(2025-06-06). Revulsion For Israel Surges Worldwide, New Survey Finds. popularresistance.org Twenty months into its livestreamed and accelerating genocide in Gaza, it would hardly be controversial to conclude that Israel is one of the world's most hated countries. | But a new global survey from the US-based Pew Research Center indicates just how unpopular it has become, especially in the North American and European states where Tel Aviv has always drawn its main sources of financial, military and political support. | "In 20 of the 24 countries surveyed, around half of adults or more have an unfavorable view of Israel," Pew reported on 3 June. "Around three-quarters or more hold this view in Australia, Gr…
(2025-06-06). If We Don't Act Now, We'll Be Complicit In Annihilation Of Palestinians. popularresistance.org I was privileged to be in Catania over the past week to see the Madleen embark on its mission to deliver vital humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. | The Madleen is one of the boats of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, which hopes to bring about an end to Israel's blockade of Gaza. The boat departed Sicily on Sunday carrying a dozen activists along with food, medicine and other supplies. | Two million Gazans have suffered under siege by Israel for many months now. I arrived at the port and was met with a feeling of hope, care and bravery. There is no freedom without solidarity, and the Freedom Flotilla is solidarity…
(2025-06-06). Hamas Slams Fifth US Veto Of United Nations Gaza Ceasefire Resolution. popularresistance.org Hamas condemned the US decision to veto a UN Security Council (UNSC) Resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza on 4 June, labeling it a "green light" for Israel to continue its genocidal war against the strip. | "The US veto embodies the US administration's blind bias towards the fascist occupation government and supports its crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip," the Palestinian resistance movement said in a statement on Wednesday evening. | The decision is "a green light for the war criminal Netanyahu, wanted by the International Criminal Court, to continue his brutal war of extermination against innocent civilia…
(2025-06-06). Citizen Mercenaries and the Gaza Genocide. socialistproject.ca 
It is, of course, nice to see Canada, the UK and France finally developing a
(2025-06-06). Is There a Crack in Western Support for Genocide? counterpunch.org 
After twenty months of horror in Gaza, political rhetoric in Western countries is finally starting to shift—but will words translate into action? And what exactly can other countries do when the United States still shields Israel from efforts to enforce international law, as it did at the UN Security Council on June 5th? On May
(2025-06-06). When Will Western Support for Israeli Genocide Finally Crack? scheerpost.com United Nations Security Council. usepagov, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | By Medea Benjamin and Nicolas J.S. Davies / After 20 months of horror in
(2025-06-06). Whatabout Whatabout Whatabout "White Genocide" in South Africa? counterpunch.org 
Saner voices in the U.S. media have been appropriately appalled by President Trump referencing the word "genocide" while claiming that violent persecution of white farmers in South Africa was driving them to flee. This fact-indifferent accusation echoes, presumably deliberately, longstanding white supremacist narratives of "white genocide" in the U.S. and other Western countries. The rise of the MAGA movement had already mainstreamed some mildly subtler versions of these narratives (like "Great Replacement theory"), but this is the closest Trump himself has come to saying "white genocide" without using the exact…
(2025-06-06). Global Backlash: How the World Could Shift Israel's Gaza Strategy. counterpunch.org 
The decision resonated as shocking for all sides. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whose entire war strategy hinges on the starvation of Palestinians in Gaza, unilaterally decided on May 19 to allow "immediate" food entry to the famine-stricken Strip.
(2025-06-06). Israeli strike on Gaza hospital courtyard kills 2 journalists, injures 4 others. CPJ Staff
(2025-06-06). Gaza Aid Sites Shut Again After Violence Near Distribution Centers. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-06). Netanyahu Confirms Israel Transferred Arms to Gaza Clan. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-06). Facing the Middle East with Felice Friedson — Ep. 10: Gaza Hostages, Forgotten Refugees, and the Spirit of Maccabiah. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-06). Israel Is Arming an 'ISIS-Affiliated' Gang in Southern Gaza. scheerpost.com Members of the Abu Shabab's gang in Gaza (screenshot from a video posted by the group) | By Dave DeCamp / Israeli opposition leader and former Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman said on Thursday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was arming a gang in southern Gaza that's affiliated with ISIS, a charge that has been confirmed by Israeli officials. | "The Israeli government is giving weapons to a group of criminals and felons, identified with the Islamic State, at the direction of the pri…
(2025-06-06). Colorado attacker faces 600-year jail sentence. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A Colorado court on Thursday charged a man accused of using a makeshift flamethrower and Molotov cocktails to set people on fire at a rally commemorating Israeli hostages in Gaza, in addition to attempted murder and other crimes.According to American media, state prosecutors said that Egyptian citizen Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, is facing more than 600 years in prison if convicted of up to 28 counts of attempted murder. In addition, Reuters revealed that Soliman is accused of a total of 118 charges, including assault, use of incendiary equipment, and animal cruelty for injuring a dog in the attack that…
(2025-06-06). Israeli army retrieves bodies of 2 hostages from Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Israeli army confirmed on Thursday that it had found the bodies of two hostages, Judith Weinstein and her husband, Gadi Haggai, who were taken by Hamas fighters in October 2023."In a special operation by the (security agency) and the (military) in the Gaza Strip, the bodies of two of our hostages held by the murderous terrorist organisation Hamas were returned to Israel: Judy Weinstein-Haggai and Gad Haggai from Kibbutz Nir Oz, may their memory be blessed," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement.The army revealed it conducted a special operation in collaboration with intellig…
(2025-06-06). CPJ and global media leaders call for urgent, unrestricted access to Gaza for journalists. CPJ Staff
(2025-06-06). Elon Musk drops bombshell, says Trump named in Epstein files. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk watch the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas, US, November 19, 2024. — Reuters
(2025-06-06). Elon Musk calls for Trump impeachment in stunning political twist. geo.tv 
Elon Musk speaks with US President-elect Donald Trump at a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas, US, November 19, 2024. — Reuters Easiest way to save money is via terminate Elon's subsidies: Trump.Tesla shares…
(2025-06-06). Elon Musk Got What He Paid For. counterpunch.org After spending nearly $300 million to support Trump's election, Elon Musk announced his departure from his role as a 'special government adviser' to the White House. Under law, Musk's term was set to expire after 130 days — a mark that he reached on May 30. While Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) project did
(2025-06-06). From bros to foes: How the unlikely Trump-Musk relationship imploded. geo.tv 
(2025-06-06). Vietnam Is Not China's Foe or Friend. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer In an increasingly bipolar global order—autocracy vs. democracy, West vs. East, United States vs. China—Vietnam doesn't fit quite so well. Honed to high definition by the press into either China's potential enemy in the South China Sea or, conversely, as a natural ally in socialist solidarity, Vietnam is neither. Hanoi-Beijing is …
(2025-06-06). First commercial onshore salmon farm given the go ahead despite animal welfare concerns. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
R (on the application of Animal Equality UK v North East Lincolnshire Borough Council and ASL New Lee Ltd [2025] EWHC 1331 (Admin) This was an application for judicial review brought by an animal welfare charity challenging North East Lincolnshire Council's decision to grant planning permission for the UK's first full commercial scale onshore salmon …
(2025-06-06). BRICS countries agree on cooperation in field of sports. tvbrics.com 
The signed document aims to reduce social inequality and support economic development…
(2025-06-06). BRICS education ministers back ethical AI and launch technical cooperation alliance. tvbrics.com 
AI is a key focus of Brazil's BRICS presidency in 2025…
(2025-06-06). India's mineral production to reach historic high in 2025-2026. tvbrics.com 
India remains the world's second-largest producer of aluminium and ranks among the top 10 for refined copper…
(2025-06-06). Indonesia aims to strengthen cooperation with Belarus in field of potash fertilisers. tvbrics.com 
Potash fertilisers can help improve crop quality, water retention capacity and plant taste…
(2025-06-06). Moscow hosts photo exhibition on Russian-Chinese cooperation. tvbrics.com 
A series of archival and contemporary photographs were presented…
(2025-06-06). Presidents of UAE and Egypt hold talks. tvbrics.com 
The meeting took place at the Qasr Al Shati residence in Abu Dhabi…
(2025-06-06). Russia becomes Iran's top foreign investor in 2024. tvbrics.com 
Russia and Iran are in talks on forming an energy hub…
(2025-06-06). Sao Paulo expects 520,000 tourists from June to August. tvbrics.com 
This is expected to bring 389 million reais to the state's economy…
(2025-06-06). Science and technology tourism gains momentum across China. tvbrics.com 
The specialists have developed over 270 science learning bases and more than 110 research routes…
(2025-06-06). 45 US Citizens Were Killed on Oct. 7, Father of Itay Chen Reminds the World. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-06). Security Threat Shutters Israel Summit: 'This is a Jihad-Like Attack on America'. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-06). Muslims Celebrate Eid al-Adha as Hajj Pilgrimage Reaches Climax. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-06). New York Electric Power Trends. wattsupwiththat.com Ultimately the problem is that New York has no comprehensive energy plan. The Climate Act Scoping Plan is just a list of technologies that describe an electric system that is zero-emissions. However, there is no feasibility study that shows how it will work nor has the Hochul Administration reconciled the differences between the Scoping Plan and NYISO resource outlooks. As it stands now, the Administration plan is to build as many wind and solar facilities as possible and hope someone works out how they are supposed to be integrated into the electric system. When that does not work, I predict the NYISO will be bl…
(2025-06-06). Sea Level Rise: Less Alarmism? wattsupwiththat.com What to make of these surprising findings that contradict the popular notion of the impact of climate change, long promoted by some researchers who appear to have more interest in advancing policy positions than science? Researcher England titles his team's research paper as "Surprising, but not unexpected, multi-decadal pause in Arctic sea ice loss."
(2025-06-06). Come l'intelligence americana vede il nuovo assetto globale. strategic-culture.su Se la DIA pubblica questo rapporto, è perché vuole che i paesi menzionati in esso ricevano un messaggio specifico. Esaminiamo quindi i contenuti passo dopo passo. | Segue nostro Un messaggio agli avversari | àà uscito da pochi giorni un
(2025-06-06). In una tranquilla mattina a Pechino, il dollaro ha perso la sua corona. strategic-culture.su Se la Cina avesse successo, gli Stati Uniti perderebbero la loro "arma magica" di dominio monetario. | Segue nostro "Credo che per comprendere la rivoluzione di Trump dobbiamo partire dall'idea che la sconfitta porta alla rivoluzione". | "L'esperienza in corso negli Stati Uniti, anche se non sappiamo esattamente cosa sarà , è una rivoluzione. àà una rivoluzione in senso stretto? àà una controrivoluzione?" | Cosਠha aff…
(2025-06-06). Serbia's neutrality in question: A growing strain on ties with Moscow. strategic-culture.su
(2025-06-06). Rising Temperatures And The Rising Need For A Black Radical Lens. popularresistance.org This past weekend, over 500 Black folk and their comrades descended upon Indianapolis, Indiana, for the Second National Black Radical Organizing Conference (NBROC). The goal, in part, of the Second NBROC, in the words of the conference's organizers, was to "create a space to discuss, debate, train, assess, and create a collective way forward for Black/African/New Afrikan organizations and organizers who believe that our struggle is paramount to our survival." On the question of the survival of Black/African people the world over, climate change (or as we refer to it, the racial capitalocene ) represents a profoun…
(2025-06-06). What GNDI Leaves Out Of Pacific Economies. popularresistance.org The recent presentation of the 2025 Pacific Update at the University of South Pacific hosted by Australia National University on Gross National Disposable Income (GNDI), introduced a revised approach to economic measurement for the Pacific Island Countries (PICs). Delivered by Professor Stephen Howes, in collaboration with Dr. Rubiat Chowdhury, the presentation argued that GNDI is a more accurate measure of income for the region than the widely used Gross Domestic Product (GDP). | The failure of GDP as a national accounting metric is evident, and we should all agree that GDP has been a failure for Developing Coun…
(2025-06-06). Washington's 'Golden Dome' — Multi-Trillion Tax Dollar Heist At Best. popularresistance.org During President Trump's announcement on May 21, 2025, it was claimed the Golden Dome will consist of technology deployed across land, sea, and space capable of intercepting hypersonic, ballistic, and advanced cruise missiles, "even if they are launched from other sides of the world and even if they are launched from space." | Former-US President Ronald Reagan's "Star Wars" program (also known as the Strategic Defense Initiative) was repeatedly cited during the announcement. That program sought to use space-based weapons to void the doctrine of "mutually assured destruction" allowing the US to conduct a nuclear o…
(2025-06-06). Minister requested to provide a report on decorum in Parliament. sanews.gov.za Minister requested to provide a report on decorum in Parliament | President Cyril Ramaphosa has requested that the Minister of Higher Education, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane, provides him with a detailed report on the decorum and substance of her recent engagement with Parliament. | Briefing the media on Thursday, Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the President had noted the content from and media commentary on the appearance of the Nkabane before the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training on 30 May 2025. | This after the Minister was seen in a viral video on social media eating while respondin…
(2025-06-06). President Ramaphosa to attend G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to attend G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada | President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to travel to Canada, Kenanaskis from 14-17 June to attend and participate in the G7 Leaders' Summit. | The theme and purpose of the G7 Leaders discussion is "to explore leadership and collaboration in driving a comprehensive approach to energy security with a focus on technology and innovation, diversification and strengthening critical mineral supply chains and infrastructure and investment". | "The President will use his participation at the summit to engage fellow world leaders towards finding solutions for energy sec…
(2025-06-06). President Ramaphosa to meet with the Judiciary. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to meet with the Judiciary | President Cyril Ramaphosa will today host a meeting with Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa, Justice Mandisa Maya and the Judiciary at his official residence, Mahlamba Ndlopfu in Pretoria. ⚪ Briefing the media on the President's public engagement programme, Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the meeting will discuss operations of the Superior Courts and other challenges faced by the Judiciary. ⚪ The President will be supported by the Ministers of Justice and Constitutional Development, Finance and Public Service and Administration. ⚪ …
(2025-06-06). How 'Paradise Lost' Revolutionized the World (w/ Orlando Reade) The Chris Hedges Report. scheerpost.com By Chris Hedges / The Chris Hedges Report | This interview is also available on There are few pieces of literature that remain as prescient and relevant throughout history as John Milton's Paradise Lost. Thomas Jefferson, Malcolm X, Virginia Woolf, Thomas Paine and dozens more drew inspiration from and studied Milton's grand work and the revolutionary themes within it. | Professor Orlando Reade, in his book,…
(2025-06-06). Trump Rubio Tighten the Noose on Cuba. scheerpost.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a press conference. Photo: US Secretary of State / X | By Manolo De Los Santos / Cuba is once again facing a severe, multi-faceted crisis,
(2025-06-06). Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Will Lead to 51,000 Preventable Deaths Each Year. scheerpost.com An anti-Trump rally in Burlington, VT on January 20, 2025. ellerieann11, CC BY-SA 2.0 By Mike Ludwig / In a
(2025-06-06). Suspect found with R210 000 Khat to appear in court. sanews.gov.za Suspect found with R210 000 Khat to appear in court | A 43-year-old man is expected to appear in the Kroonstad Magistrate's Court after he was found in possession of khat plants with an estimated street value of R210 000. | According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), members of the Vala Umgodi Pillar 3 initiative, led to the interception of a significant consignment of khat plants on Thursday evening. | They identified and intercepted a white Toyota Quantum panel van travelling from Gauteng en route to Cape Town. | The vehicle was stopped by the Tactical Response Team (TRT) on the N1 highway near Kroon…
(2025-06-06). Young police officer makes waves. sanews.gov.za Young police officer makes waves | This year the South African Police Service (SAPS) joins the country in observing Youth Month by celebrating its young men and women in blue who go above and beyond the call of duty. ⚪ At just 26 years old, Constable Brooke Erin Fritz is making waves in the SAPS. ⚪ Currently stationed at the Protection and Security Services (PSS) Static unit at Parliament, she also serves as an ad hoc commercial diver with the Western Cape Water Policing and Diving Services, a role she has passionately pursued over the past four years. ⚪ Born in Kraaifontein on 30 November 1998, Fritz moved…
(2025-06-06). G20 Health Working Group meeting to focus on pandemic preparedness. sanews.gov.za G20 Health Working Group meeting to focus on pandemic preparedness | The Department of Health plans to use the fourth G20 Health Working Group (HWG) meeting to advocate for specific, actionable strategies aimed at operationalising vaccine equity as a fundamental aspect of global pandemic preparedness. ⚪ This discussion will address important global health-related issues. ⚪ According to the department, this initiative aligns with the Pandemic Agreement recently adopted by World Health Organisation Member States during the 78th World Health Assembly, which took place in May 2025. ⚪ This crucial week-long meeti…
(2025-06-06). The Economic 'Protracted War' Between The US And China. popularresistance.org China and the U.S. have come to a 90-day trade agreement. This was a clear victory in the first battle of the "trade war" for China — as was admitted even in the U.S. media. | As Bloomberg, a fiercely anti-China source, summarised the analysis of the overwhelming majority of Western media: "Xi Jinping's decision to stand his ground against Donald Trump could hardly have gone any better for the Chinese leader." | But it would be an error to mistake this decisive victory for China in the first battle with a belief that the U.S. will abandon the economic struggle against China — it will not. This is in e…
(2025-06-06). 'Godfather Of AI' Now Fears It's Unsafe. He Has A Plan To Rein It In. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | This week the US Federal Bureau of Investigation revealed two men suspected of bombing a fertility clinic in California last month allegedly used artificial intelligence …
(2025-06-06). The Kimono Is More Than An Artefact And More Than Clothing. It Is A Concept Artists Will Make Their Own. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The kimono garment, the national dress of Japan, carries within itself all of the magic and traditions of Japanese culture. | The basic features of the kimono are fairly …
(2025-06-06). John Pesutto Owes Moira Deeming $2.3M, But He Doesn't Have It. Can Former Premiers Be Forced To Pick Up The Tab? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Victorian MP Moira Deeming attracted headlines recently when news broke she's intending to sue three former Liberal premiers, among other party figures. | Why? Deeming is …
(2025-06-06). African Countries Are Bad At Issuing Bonds, So Debt Costs More Than It Should: What Needs To Change. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Over the past two decades, African countries have increasingly turned to international capital markets to meet their development financing needs. For example, Kenya and …
(2025-06-06). New Rules For Cosmetic Injectables Aim To Make The Industry Safer. Will They Work? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | New guidelines to regulate Australia's booming cosmetic procedures industry have been called tough and a crackdown in media reports this week. | On Tuesday, the …
(2025-06-06). Inside Ukraine's Remarkable Drone Attack. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | You can generally tell when Vladimir Putin appears rattled by an adverse event in his war on Ukraine. He (or one of his proxies) ramps up the bloodcurdling rhetoric. And …
(2025-06-06). Four Years After A 15% Global Minimum Tax Deal, The World Remains Divided On How To Implement It Podcast. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In October 2021, 136 countries agreed to establish new tax rules requiring large multinational companies to pay at least 15% in corporate tax. Nearly four years later, …
(2025-06-06). From Hotspot To Flashpoint: How Tourism Pushed Barcelona To Breaking Point, And How Social Movements Are Fighting Back. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | On April 27 2024 , near the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, a touring bus was blocked, sprayed with water pistols, and a banner bearing the slogan let's put out the tourism …
(2025-06-06). Humans survive without a healthy Ocean: UN envoy. news.un.org The Ocean is in deep crisis. Factors such as acidification, declining fish stocks, rising temperatures and widespread pollution are contributing to a catastrophic decline in biodiversity: over half of marine species are at risk of extinction this century.
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(2025-06-06). Call to host financial education activities during Money Smart Week. sanews.gov.za Call to host financial education activities during Money Smart Week | Organisations and individuals have been called to participate in Money Smart Week South Africa (MSWSA) 2025. | Following the success of MSWSA 2024, which saw 75 partner organisations working together to deliver practical money skills to a multitude of South Africans, the 2025 campaign aims to deepen its impact with continued focus on contributing to a financially literate citizenry. | "Now in its seventh year, MSWSA has grown into a national platform for advancing financial literacy through collaboration, innovation and inclusivity," National…
(2025-06-06). Call for youth to arrive alive. sanews.gov.za Call for youth to arrive alive | As part of Youth Month activities, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is undertaking a road safety awareness drive to educate young people about measures they can take to protect their lives while using the roads. | "We call on young people to play their role and save their lives by reducing high speeds and avoiding drunken driving especially on weekends between Saturday and Sunday between 5pm and 9pm, when most fatalities occur," the RTMC said on Friday. | The RTMC advised young people to be vigilant on the roads as the winter season is characterised by adverse weathe…
(2025-06-06). Protecting children from digital harm. sanews.gov.za Protecting children from digital harm | To mark the closing of Child Protection Week, pupils at the Sizwile School for Deaf Children in Dobsonville, Soweto, were educated on digital dangers and data protection. | During the session, hosted by the Information Regulator (Regulator) in partnership with Naspers and Media Monitoring Africa (MMA), the pupils were empowered to take control of their personal information. | "As part of creating continuous awareness about data protection, this commemorative week is a call to all South Africans to support Child Protection Week by ensuring that the most vulnerable in societ…
(2025-06-06). Cuba Adjusts Internet Tariff Following Popular Demands: Education and Health Prioritized. orinocotribune.com Cuba's state-run telecommunications company ETECSA has announced adjustments to its recent commercial measures in response to widespread criticism from various social sectors, particularly within the university sphere. The new changes include specific benefits for students and healthcare workers amid a broader economic crisis exacerbated by the U.S. blockade and technological constraints. | Amid growing public dissatisfaction over increased mobile internet prices, the Cuban Telecommunications Company S.A. (ETECSA) introduced new flexibilities aimed at mitigating the impact of recent rate hikes, especially in vuln…
(2025-06-06). Venezuela's National Assembly Approves Law to Join International Organization for Mediation (IOMed). orinocotribune.com On June 3, 2025, Venezuela's National Assembly held a historic session in which it overwhelmingly approved a law that allows the country to formally join the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) by ratifying the existing convention that created this organization. | Born in Hong Kong on May 30, 2025, IOMed emerges as a progressive alternative to traditional international conflict resolution bodies, which many leaders criticize as instruments of U.S. imperialism. This move signals Venezuela's firm commitment to fostering a multipolar global order that respects sovereignty and peaceful dispute resolution…
(2025-06-06). Venezuela's Vice President: Dismantling Dollar Mafias Proving Positive for Foreign Exchange Sector. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez has reported that dismantling the criminal groups that have been operating in the foreign exchange black market—through websites, apps, and social media accounts—has positively impacted the foreign exchange sector. She stated that the sectors of food, medicine, and manufacturing will be prioritized in foreign currency allocation, adding that luxury consumption is excluded from the list of priorities given Venezuela's current economic context. | Rodríguez made the announcement during her participation in Venezuela's First Retailers Congress, held this Wednesday…
(2025-06-06). Horoscope today: your 24-hour briefing for life, love, and more. thecanary.co 
Here's today's horoscope from the Canary — helping guide you through life, with a daily dose of lifestyle musings for our readers. Your horoscope for Friday 6 June 2025 Aries ‚ôà Mars trines Pluto in your horoscope, and you're locked in on the target—whether it's the broken printer or late-stage capitalism. Today, the stars favor […] | By
(2025-06-06). Russian drone attack kills 5 in Ukraine. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A Ukrainian official said in a statement that drone strikes carried out by Russia led to the killing of five people in the northern Ukrainian city of Pryluky. Six others were injured in the Russian attack."Five people have been reported dead, including two women and a one-year-old child, who were found under the rubble," Vyacheslav Chaus, a Chernigiv regional official, posted via Telegram."The explosions damaged houses in a residential area," he mentioned. | Russian President Vladimir Putin stressed that Moscow will respond to Ukraine's major drone attack on Russian airbases, US President Donald Trump…
(2025-06-06). Man claims to have ability to fly, dies while trying in Egypt. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The 6th of October City in Giza Governorate witnessed a tragic and strange incident, in which a 36-year-old foreign national was killed after attempting to fly like a bird.In detail, the story began as a joke between him and his family members when he confidently told them that he had a supernatural ability to fly, assuring them that he could jump from a high place without being harmed.Local media then mentioned that the young man did actually jump from the balcony of his third-floor apartment without taking any precautions, falling to the ground in a shocking scene in which he died instantly. | After…
(2025-06-06). Video: 60 pilgrims caught trying to sneak into Mecca on foot via desert. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hajj security forces arrested 60 expatriates holding visit visas while attempting to sneak into Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on foot via a desert road, in violation of Hajj regulations.Surveillance cameras captured the moment security patrols intervened and pursued the violators before stopping them, as they were walking in a lane not designated for pilgrims in an attempt to reach Mecca.Hajj forces mentioned that violators were referred to the relevant authorities to take legal action.It is worth noting that the first day of the Hajj pilgrimage began on June 4, with more than 1.5 million Muslims flocking to th…
(2025-06-06). Criminalizing Homelessness Doesn't Work, Housing People Does. counterpunch.org 
In the largest eviction of a homeless encampment in recent history, around 100 unhoused people were recently forced to vacate Oregon's Deschutes National Forest — or else face a $5,000 fine and up to one year in jail. The forest was the last hope for the encampment's residents, many of whom were living in broken
(2025-06-06). A World Without iPhones? counterpunch.org 
Recently, I've been turning off my iPhone — all the way off! — for 10 to 30 minutes at a time. I leave it somewhere in the house, while I try to live IRL ("in real life"), washing dishes, hanging up laundry, or even going for a walk, phoneless. In this hyper-connected world of ours, doing
(2025-06-06). Pilgrims 'stone the devil' as Hajj concludes in Saudi Arabia. geo.tv 
Muslim pilgrims cast their stones at a pillar symbolising Satan, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mina, Saudi Arabia, June 6, 2025. — ReutersPilgrims perform the last major ritual of Hajj pilgrimage.Muslims worldwide celebrate beginning of Eid ul Adha holiday.Thinner crowds, heavy…
(2025-06-06). NATO's Rutte takes aim at Trump over defence budget: 'US has also committed…'. hindustantimes.com NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte held a press conference in Brussels on June 5, 2025, following a pivotal meeting of NATO Defence Ministers amid escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine and heightened concerns over European security. The meeting, the last before the key NATO summit in The Hague, focused on setting ambitious new capability targets and preparing for a significant increase in defense spending, in line with U.S. President Donald Trump's demand for allies to raise their defense budgets to 5% of GDP. Watch for more…
(2025-06-06). Trump breaks silence on Putin after biggest Ukraine attack with 'he is hit…'. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump broke his silence following the largest Ukrainian attack on Russian forces to date, declaring, "Putin got hit hard, I don't think he is playing games." Trump's remarks come after Ukraine's unprecedented drone and missile strikes devastated multiple Russian airbases. Speaking to reporters, Trump suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin has suffered a major setback and warned that the Russian leader is likely to respond seriously rather than escalate with mere posturing. Watch for more…
(2025-06-06). State Dept. Awards $60K for Pool Maintenance to Company Owned by Sanctioned Individual. counterpunch.org 
Since Trump took office in January, US foreign assistance spending of all kinds has been severely curtailed in Haiti. But, that didn't stop the embassy in Port-au-Prince from obligating $60,000 for "pool maintenance." The contract was awarded in March to a local company, Klean-X S.A, and has a potential value of up to $250,000. The
(2025-06-06). Data Centers are Endangering Virginia. counterpunch.org 
The morning quiet is disrupted by the whine of the saw and the din of bulldozers as yet another large swath of older woodland gets decimated. Virginia, a state of great beauty and diversity and a history that is unmatched anywhere in the United States, is currently under attack by a reckless onslaught of data
(2025-06-06). Roaming Charges: The Delicate Sound of Plunder. counterpunch.org 
(2025-06-06). China's Viral Soft Power and America's Self-Inflicted Wounds. counterpunch.org Soft power, the ability to get what you want through attraction rather than coercion, has long been a cornerstone of international influence. For decades, the United States has arguably been the global leader in this domain, its allure stemming from its democratic ideals, economic dynamism, technological innovation, and vibrant cultural exports. However, as the recent
(2025-06-06). Trump's Nuclear Power Obsession. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump on May 23rd declared nuclear power to be "a hot industry." Nuclear power plants are "very safe and environmental," he said. He made the claims as he issued executive orders to quadruple nuclear energy capacity in the United States. He failed to mention that nuclear power plants are subject to catastrophic accidents—such as the
(2025-06-06). God-Smuggling as Revolutionary Act. counterpunch.org 
we can see crises of liberalism as… a slackening of …imaginative power. —Blake Smith, Just Another Liberalism? Hedgehog Review(spring 2025) Embattled liberals too often seem to respond to [intolerances of the right that are] extensions of imagination merely with scolding, petulance and fear-mongering, forgetting the utopian function that Foucault set alongside fear of the state as the essence of liberalism. —Ibid. [W]hat
(2025-06-06). In Other News, a Lion Has Killed a Human Who Popped Out of a Tent to Pee. counterpunch.org 
Just days ago, a lion killed a human camper in Namibia.A tragedy for family members of the deceased camper. May they find peace. Now, the context. Bernd Kebbel was part of a group of human campers who drove into lion territory. Kebbel got out of the tent at night for a pee. Kebbel is identified
(2025-06-06). The Towers of Trebizond. counterpunch.org 
This is the twentieth part in a series about riding night trains across Europe, Turkey, and the Near East to Georgia and Armenia—to spend time in worlds beyond the pathological obsessions of Donald Trump. (This week, the Commander-in-Chief and veteran of the Bone Spur Wars shared his combat-is-hell stories about trophy wives with the graduating
(2025-06-06). The Unexpected Path to the Mamari Tablet: A Personal Discovery. counterpunch.org 
I never expected to make a meaningful contribution to one of the world's last undeciphered writing systems—especially not over a single weekend. But sometimes, curiosity grabs hold of you, and before you know it, you're completely consumed by a mystery that refuses to let go. It was a regular Friday night. I was unwinding, scrolling
(2025-06-06). Brian Glanville (1931-2025). counterpunch.org 
In Memoriam: Brian Glanville: Foremost Uk Novelist, Playwright, Chief Foootball Writer I am saddened by the news of the passing of my role model as a writer, the man from whom I learnt so much journalistic English with a dose of urbane wit. Brian Glanville, British Jew, chief football writer (the best of the lot
(2025-06-06). Nightmare of Nightmares — New (Big) CO2 Emissions. counterpunch.org 
Global warming just got a brand-new source for trapping heat as Arctic tundra turns up the dial on CO2 emissions. It's now in the ranks of cars, trains, and planes as an official emitter of carbon dioxide, CO2. But it distinguishes itself in one critical way. There's no "on/off" switch. Once turned on, it'll self-reinforce
(2025-06-06). Why Every Student Needs Human Ecology Education Now. counterpunch.org 
Human ecology education is a transformative program that focuses on the interplay between humans and our human ecosystem. It is an interdisciplinary educational field that combines physical and psycho-social life skills, including daily life skills, social presentation and protocol, cultural differences, and ethical decision-making, to develop positive relationships for living in our world. By first
(2025-06-06). Can Global South Investments Develop Sri Lanka? counterpunch.org 
Since Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was elected in September 2024, he has made four state visits. First to India, then to China, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Vietnam. This itinerary says a lot about the state of the international economy and debt-saddled Sri Lanka's options within it. Two of these countries, India
(2025-06-06). The Revolution of Light and Korea's Democratic Triumph: Why Washington Should Pay Attention. counterpunch.org One of the most consequential missteps in US Korea policy under the Biden administration was the failure to engage with South Korea's domestic political realities, particularly the widespread public opposition to President Yoon Suk-yeol's increasingly authoritarian rule. By relentlessly propping up Yoon to serve Washington's geopolitical agenda and its escalating Cold War posture toward China,
(2025-06-06). Nevada Vets Protest Being Sent to A Healthcare Desert. counterpunch.org 
The new leadership of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in Washington has taken a lot of heat lately from VA patients, their care-givers, and members of Congress opposed to cuts in jobs and services for veterans. VA Secretary Doug Collins, the right-wing Air Force Reserve colonel now running a public health care system serving
(2025-06-06). VA Defenders in Reno: Nevada Vets Protest Being Sent to A Healthcare Desert. counterpunch.org 
The new leadership of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in Washington has taken a lot of heat lately from VA patients, their care-givers, and members of Congress opposed to cuts in jobs and services for veterans. VA Secretary Doug Collins, the right-wing Air Force Reserve colonel now running a public health care system serving
(2025-06-06). The Post-Truth Nation: Montenegro in the Mirror of Ukraine. counterpunch.org The column by ≈Ωeljko Ivanoviƒá, a columnist for Podgorica's Vijesti, published on June 3, 2025, under the title Glory to Ukraine (Slava Ukrajini), is not politically noteworthy merely because of its scandalous attempt to normalize the salute used by Ukrainian Nazis during the Second World War — an act that undermines any moral high ground in
(2025-06-06). 'We know what's coming: exile or prison' — El Faro's àìscar Martínez on surviving Bukele's crackdown. Dánae Vílchez 
(2025-06-06). 'Godfather of AI' now fears it's unsafe and has a plan to fix it. asiatimes.com 
This week, the US Federal Bureau of Investigation revealed two men suspected of bombing a fertility clinic in California last month allegedly used artificial intelligence (AI) to obtain bomb-making instructions. The FBI did not disclose the name of the AI program in question. This brings into sharp focus the urgent need to make AI safer. …
(2025-06-06). Korean leader Lee likely on a collision course with Trump. asiatimes.com 
The new South Korean president, Lee Jae-myung, calls himself a foreign policy "pragmatist." He says he is driven by South Korea's national interest, rather than ideology, and has spoken of his desire to improve relations with China and North Korea. Under the former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea's relationship with these countries came under …
(2025-06-06). US Trojan horse alarms pushing China's robots to Europe. asiatimes.com 
Chinese robot makers are expanding their presence in Europe amid the growing risk of having their products banned by Washington if the US-China technology war escalates. Distributors of Unitree Robotics and several others backed by Chinese technology giants such as Baidu, Alibaba and Tencent (a tech trio known as BAT), said at a recent event …
(2025-06-06). Cuba y la Santa Sede 90 años después. cubadebate.cu El 7 de junio de 1935, Cuba y la Santa Sede establecieron relaciones diplomáticas, marcando el inicio de un vínculo perdurable basado en el respeto mutuo y el diálogo. A lo largo de nueve décadas, la Iglesia Católica ha acompañado al pueblo cubano. Tres Papas han visitado la Isla, reafirmando su rechazo al bloqueo y su compromiso con la unidad.
(2025-06-06). Rumbo al aniversario 65, el Minint con la fuerza de siempre, la del pueblo. cubadebate.cu Este 6 de junio, las celebraciones del nuevo aniversario del Ministerio del Interior, marcarán un punto de partida rumbo a los 65 años de batallas cruciales por descubrir, prevenir y enfrentar la actividad enemiga y delictiva contra nuestro pueblo. Varias generaciones de cubanos están inscritas para siempre en los nombres de los mártires y caídos en cumplimiento del deber.
(2025-06-06). Díaz-Canel reafirma voluntad de fortalecer diálogo con la Santa Sede. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, sostuvo un encuentro este jueves en el Palacio de la Revolución con Monseñor Paul Richard Gallagher, secretario para las Relaciones con los Estados y Organizaciones Internacionales de la Santa Sede, quien se encuentra de visita oficial en el país.
(2025-06-06). Tribunal Provincial de La Habana sanciona a funcionarios y clientes por fraude eléctrico. cubadebate.cu Funcionarios de la Empresa Eléctrica y clientes fueron sancionados por manipulación fraudulenta del consumo energético en La Habana. El tribunal aplicó penas de prisión de hasta ocho años a los principales responsables, además de multas a otros implicados.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). '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.
(2025-06-06). 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.
(2025-06-06). ICC slams US sanctions as 'attempt to undermine independent institution'. presstv.ir The International Criminal Court (ICC) has condemned the sanctions imposed by the United States on four of its judges, calling it a "clear attempt" at undermining the court's independence.
(2025-06-06). Iran's ambassador to UN condemns 'unfounded' US allegations. presstv.ir Iran has categorically condemned the latest allegations made against the Islamic Republic by the United States as "unfounded."
(2025-06-06). Iran UN Envoy Refutes US' Allegations. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian ambassador to the United Nations condemned the "unfounded" allegations that the US' representative has made against Iran, saying the accusations are devoid of credibility or legal foundation.
(2025-06-06). Eid al-Adha Celebrated in Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian people celebrated the Muslim festival of Eid al-Adha on Friday, which marks the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
(2025-06-06). President of Iran Hopes for Muslim Unity in Eid al-Adha Message. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — In a messages on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian hoped for growing unity and solidarity among the Muslims across the world.
(2025-06-06). Lavrov Made Three Important Points About Russia's Military Diplomacy. thealtworld.com
(2025-06-06). Classic Patriot PAC3 … smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2025-06-06). Billionaire Reform UK treasurer under pressure to deliver on donation promises. leftfootforward.org
(2025-06-06). 2025/26 Budget Statement: Budget 3.0 continues the anti-poor direction of the' Government of National Unity'. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). Alternatives to Debt financing in the Philippines. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). Debt and Immigration : 13 th Asian Regional School, Quezon City, Philippines. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax bill. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). South Korea: under pressure. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). Thrown Out After 40 Years: The Women of Sicome-Sicomek Confront Employer Impunity and Union Betrayal in Meknès. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). Inclusive Growth or Entrapment? Unpacking the Microfinance Paradox in India. cadtm.org
(2025-06-06). Iran escalates harassment of BBC Persian journalists' families. CPJ Staff
(2025-06-06). Yemen issues arrest warrants for journalists as harassment of others continues. CPJ Staff
(2025-06-06). CPJ signs manifesto remembering 3rd anniversary of Dom Phillips killing. CPJ Staff
(2025-06-06). Salvadoran organized crime reporter shot dead in Honduras. CPJ Staff
(2025-06-06). Alarming escalation in attacks on journalists amid political crisis in Serbia. Attila Mong/CPJ Europe Representative
(2025-06-06). CPJ appoints Beh Lih Yi as Regional Director for the Asia-Pacific. cpj.org
(2025-06-06). UN warns of surge in acute malnutrition among Gaza's young children. aljazeera.com Children requiring hospitalisation for complications due to severe malnutrition rising as health system 'collapsing'.
(2025-06-06). Trump-Musk feud escalates: What happened? And what comes next? aljazeera.com Elon Musk suggests Donald Trump should be impeached, as US president says the former DOGE adviser 'went CRAZY'.
(2025-06-06). "No winners, only losers" in Trump-Musk feud. aljazeera.com
(2025-06-06). Guatemala's 'Volcano of Fire' sends ash, lava flowing as hundreds flee. aljazeera.com Fiery lava seen flowing from the volcano near the capital as disaster agency issues warning to nearby residents.
(2025-06-06). Judge blocks new Trump bid to deny US entry for Harvard's foreign students. aljazeera.com The Ivy League university has expanded an existing lawsuit to include Trump's latest actions to restrict student body.
(2025-06-06). Has DOGE really saved the US government $180bn? aljazeera.com Elon Musk first claimed the department would make savings of $2 trillion, but what do the figures really show?>
(2025-06-06). Indian police arrest four people in connection with deadly cricket stampede. aljazeera.com At least 11 people died and dozens of others were injured in a stampede outside Bengaluru stadium on Wednesday.
(2025-06-06). Japanese firm declares lunar mission a failure after crash landing. aljazeera.com The failed mission comes two years after the Japanese start-up's first moonshot ended in a crash landing.
(2025-06-06). Modi inaugurates strategic railway project in Indian-administered Kashmir. aljazeera.com The rail link will connect the Kashmir Valley to the vast Indian plains by train for the first time.
(2025-06-06). North Korea raises capsized warship after botched launch: Report. aljazeera.com Full restoration of the North Korean navy destroyer is expected before a major communist party meeting later this month.
(2025-06-06). Thailand ready for 'high-level operation' in Cambodia border dispute. aljazeera.com Thailand's military said it had gathered 'worrisome' indications that Cambodia has stepped up its military readiness.
(2025-06-06). What is driving a surge in COVID cases in India, other countries? aljazeera.com All we know so far about the symptoms and spread of new COVID variant NB.1.8.1.
(2025-06-06). How Trump makes us miss the real story. aljazeera.com Through calculated chaos and spectacle, Trump distracts us all from the dangerous consequences of his agenda.
(2025-06-06). To survive, Orban is plotting a far-right takeover of Brussels. aljazeera.com Hungary's leader is building a far-right alliance to block EU sanctions and protect his rule at home.
(2025-06-06). Lamine Yamal-Ronaldo face off for first time in UEFA Nations League final. aljazeera.com European football's oldest and newest stars set to battle it out as UEFA's secondary competition captures imagination.
(2025-06-06). Pacers-Thunder: Haliburton last-second shot beats OKC in NBA Finals. aljazeera.com Tyrese Haliburton's game-winner allows Indiana Pacers to steal Game 1 on the road against favoured OKC Thunder.
(2025-06-06). Israel attacks Beirut suburbs on eve of Eid. aljazeera.com Israeli air attacks hit buildings in neighbourhoods across southern Beirut on Thursday.
(2025-06-06). 'HIV shouldn't be death sentence in Fiji' call for testing amid outbreak. asiapacificreport.nz By Christina Persico, RNZ Pacific bulletin editor Fiji's Minister for Health and Medical Services has revealed the latest HIV numbers in the country to a development partner roundtable discussing the national response. The minister reported 490 new HIV cases between October and December last year, bringing the 2024 total to 1583. "Included in this number…
(2025-06-06). Thou shalt protect Israel: The West's first and only commandment. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Daniel Lindley As I sit down to write this article, I'm reading another update on the Israeli army killing 27 more starving Palestinian civilians waiting to receive food at a "humanitarian hub". The death toll at these hubs over the last eight days is now 102. We're at the point now that Israel…
(2025-06-06). China launches internet satellite group. ecns.cn China successfully sent a new group of low Earth orbit satellites from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in North China's Shanxi province on Friday.
(2025-06-06). Tough steps help reduce green cases. ecns.cn China has stepped up efforts to strengthen penalties and improve the quality of environmental justice, leading to a continuous drop in related cases, according to the country's top court.
(2025-06-06). Pinduoduo-backed digital agriculture innovation bootcamp brings young global innovators to Yunnan. ecns.cn Eighteen young agri-entrepreneurs from eight countries recently gathered in Dali, southwest China's Yunnan Province, for the 2025 Digital Agriculture Innovation Bootcamp. The event was hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Zhejiang University, and Pinduoduo, a leading Chinese e-commerce platform.
(2025-06-06). China has been a staunch doer in green development: FM. ecns.cn China has been a staunch doer in green development, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian at a regular press conference on Thursday.
(2025-06-06). Is French fast fashion bill a boycott of Chinese e-commerce platforms in disguise. ecns.cn France's latest deliberations on its anti-fast fashion bill reveal much more than it looks. While ostensibly aimed at reducing environmental damage by clamping down on affordable fashion, the bill harbors deep seated anti-globalization sentiments that disproportionately impact Chinese online retailers, particularly targeting China's garment and textile supply chain, and blatantly ignoring ongoing efforts around the development of China-EU free trade.
(2025-06-06). 'Hello! China' Pavilion debuts at 40th Seoul International Travel Fair. ecns.cn The 40th Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF2025) opened Wednesday at COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in the South Korean capital. A China-themed pavilion under the banner "Hello! China" made its debut at the event, drawing wide attention from local visitors and industry professionals.
(2025-06-06). China's advanced economic development linked to green transition. ecns.cn The relationship between China's economic development and improvement in environmental quality has evolved from a compromise to a mutually beneficial situation, according to a recent report.
(2025-06-06). Initiative calls for pediatric units at TCM hospitals. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has urged the United States to revoke the negative measures taken against China, and called for Sino-US exchanges across various fields such as diplomacy, trade and economy, military, and law enforcement, in order to foster mutual understanding, reduce miscalculation and enhance cooperation.
(2025-06-06). US visa hurdles put international students on edge. ecns.cn Instead of the anticipated F-1 visa, a Chinese student received a green slip on Wednesday morning at the United States embassy in Beijing, initiating a waiting period of "about two weeks" for a decision that could affirm or upend his plan to start a master's program in the US in August.
(2025-06-06). Curbs imposed on firm associated with separatist. ecns.cn The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Thursday announced bans on a Taiwan company associated with Shen Pao-yang, who promotes separatist activities in Taiwan, from engaging in deals or collaborations with organizations, businesses and individuals in the Chinese mainland.
(2025-06-06). Xi says dialogue, cooperation only correct choice for China, U.S. in phone call with Trump. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that dialogue and cooperation are the only correct choice for China and the United States.
(2025-06-06). Xi receives visit from Panchen Rinpoche. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday called on Panchen Rinpoche to make greater contributions to promoting ethnic unity and religious harmony, as well as the stability, development and progress in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.
(2025-06-06). Digital technology becoming key player in enhancing urban governance. ecns.cn Digital technology is playing an increasingly important role in improving urban governance, with coordinated innovation in energy transition and smart mobility becoming essential to achieving the sustainable development goals for cities, according to participants in an international thought leaders' workshop.
(2025-06-06). Tianwen 2 mission in good condition, 300m km from Earth. ecns.cn China's first asteroid sampling mission, Tianwen 2, remains in good condition as of Friday morning, with a distance of over 3 million kilometers from Earth, according to the China National Space Administration.
(2025-06-06). COVID-19 hits first peak level for 2025. ecns.cn The current wave of the COVID-19 epidemic across China is at this year's first peak level while showing a downward trend in some provinces, a researcher from the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday.
(2025-06-06). 5.0-magnitude quake affects nearly 6,000 in Yunnan. ecns.cn Over 5,900 people were affected by Thursday's 5.0-magnitude earthquake in Eryuan county, Yunnan province, and no casualties had been reported as of 11 am, according to the local earthquake rescue and relief headquarters.
(2025-06-06). Risk of dengue fever rises in South China. ecns.cn South China's Guangdong province and Southwest China's Yunnan province are facing a heightened risk of dengue fever as the population of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, which transmit the potentially deadly disease, is rising, a disease control researcher said on Thursday.
(2025-06-06). China's efforts on environment inspire countries. ecns.cn For Ghauri, the ongoing energy transition in Pakistan has primarily been propelled by the declining costs of solar energy and the increasing prices of electricity from the country's unreliable grid, with solar panels from China playing a crucial role in facilitating this shift.
(2025-06-06). Ministry launches job campaign for 2025 college graduates. ecns.cn China launched a 100-day sprint for employment campaign, calling on universities and local authorities to seize the final stretch before students graduate to boost employment for the Class of 2025, according to a circular released by the Ministry of Education on Friday.
(2025-06-06). China-Vietnam cross-border folk song party held in Guangxi. ecns.cn A folk song party convening artists from both China and Vietnam was held at the China-Vietnam Detian-Ban Gioc Waterfall cross-border tourism cooperation zone in Daxin County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
(2025-06-06). 'Sanctions now!': Protests demand Australia take action to stop Gaza genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Gaza doctor: 'Organised protests can stop this genocide'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Palestine activists plan to boost solidarity against Israel's genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Camouflage: Israel-US Gaza's 'humanitarian foundation'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Calls grow for an independent inquiry into Kumanjayi White's death. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Climate protesters say 'No' to new gas. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Disrupt Burrup Hub says protests against gas will continue. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Exiled by the algorithm: Battling for humanity in the age of AI. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Healthscope collapse shows up failure of privatised health. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Jews for Palestine WA: demand action, not words, to stop. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). approval of Woodside gas expansion to 2070 is. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Police, state close ranks over Kumanjayi White's death in custody. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Protests oppose Labor's approval of Woodside gas extension. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Resistance grows to Labor's home demolitions. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Stop the destruction of public housing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). Stop Jarrah native forest mining expansion. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-06). First official Rojava administration delegation to Damascus sparks hope for progress towards a united Syria. greenleft.org.au 
A senior delegation from the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES/Rojava) had its first official meeting with the central government of Syria, on June 1, reports Peter Boyle.
(2025-06-06). The Bosnian Serb president is a genocide denying fugitive. So why did Israel welcome him? haaretz.com Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik's visit to Jerusalem had little to do with combating antisemitism. It was yet another calculated attempt to whitewash his record and draw moral cover…
(2025-06-06). A leaked tape revealed true wartime priorities. haaretz.com Netanyahu's conversation with an elderly rabbi about the fate of the ousted defense minister and IDF chief proves he cares for preserving his coalition first and the war second ‚ñ The IDF is reluctant to conduct an in-depth investigation into the killing of Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip…
(2025-06-06). UN agency: 2,733 Gazan children diagnosed with acute malnutrition. haaretz.com This is a sharp increase compared to the beginning of May, states weekly UN report…
(2025-06-06). Chicago private equity firm has stake in controversial U.S.-backed Gaza aid operation. haaretz.com McNally Capital has an 'economic interest' in the logistics company, SRS, involved in a controversial new aid distribution operation in Gaza. SRS has been under scrutiny, due to large amounts of funding coming from an unconfirmed source…
(2025-06-06). FBI, Homeland Security warn of threat to Jewish and Israeli in U.S. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF says missile launched from Yemen was intercepted after sirens sound around Jerusalem ‚ñ LEBANON: IDF strikes Hezbollah facilities in Dahiyeh, Beirut ‚ñ GAZA: Two aid centers opened Thursday, fund says; IDF recovers bodies of Israeli-U.S. hostages Gadi Haggai, Judy Weinstein-Haggai ‚ñ U.S.: Judge halts deportation of Colorado attacker's family; U.S. vetoes Gaza cease-fire vote in UN Security Council…
(2025-06-06). An Israeli soldier killed a Palestinian asleep in his bed. His fellow troops asked: you. haaretz.com Israeli troops burst into a house in a West Bank village. A soldier fires four shots at a young man who's asleep in bed. Soldiers grab the body and hustle the shooter outside, and the victim's brother overhears them asking their comrade: 'Why did you shoot?'…
(2025-06-06). are fleeing Israel, and many end up in Melbourne. Every week, families with kids. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: An Israeli expat in Australia who embarked on a journey of solidarity in the wake of October 7, and three childhood friends who are hooked on footvolley…
(2025-06-06). The Israeli group fueling racism, censorship and violence — without consequences. haaretz.com B'Tsalmo claims to protect human rights but in effect seeks to silence artists and cultural institutions, left-wing activists and even judges. It also exploits its status as a legitimate nonprofit to serve as a conduit for transferring millions of shekels to illegal causes. Meanwhile, it benefits from the laxness of the gatekeepers who are supposed to oversee it…
(2025-06-06). Man accused of yelling and firebombing hostage solidarity march charged with attempted murder. haaretz.com Mohamed Sabry Soliman charged with 118 counts, including attempt to commit murder, assault in the first and third degrees, and use of explosive or incendiary devices. He has also been charged with a hate crime in federal court…
(2025-06-06). Israel strikes Hezbollah stronghold; IDF says it targeted drone facility. haaretz.com The Israeli army stated that it had hit a Hezbollah drone manufacturing workshop. The Lebanese President called it a 'blatant violation' of international agreements, marking the first time Israel has struck in Lebanon's capital since April…
(2025-06-06). Dangerous, desperate and crazy: With his back to the wall, Netanyahu might even attack Iran. haaretz.com Netanyahu's government is in danger — but not because of all the blood that has been spilled since October 7…
(2025-06-06). ICRC grieves two colleagues killed in strike in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC urges respect and protection of civilians, unhindered flow of humanitarian assistance as intolerable suffering mounts in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Israel and the occupied territories: Red Cross Field Hospital receives unprecedented influx of war wounded in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). "We arrived from Sudan with nothing but our lives" icrc.org Thousands flee violence in Darfur to reach relative safety — and face new humanitarian challenges — in eastern Chad…
(2025-06-06). Bangladesh: 16th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2025 National Rounds — Call for Registration. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Burundi: Fleeing violence, families face the agony of separation. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). China: Conflict Prevention Tool launched in Beijing to support corporate overseas security management. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Colombia: "Most Colombians are engulfed in the conflict against their will" icrc.org
(2025-06-06). ICRC Director-General Highlights Humanitarian Imperatives at Global Security Forum. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Philippines: Eight years after Marawi Conflict, unresolved issues of displaced, missing people hamper lasting peace. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Afghanistan: Physical rehabilitation programme leaflet 2024. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). QFFD and ICRC Sign Agreement to Support Core Humanitarian Operations. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). South Sudan: ICRC medical teams perform over 1,000 surgeries on weapon-wounded patients as armed conflict and violence escalate. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Ukraine: 'We lost a part of our soul, not just a hospital'. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). DRC: 1,359 disarmed members of government forces and their families have arrived safe and well in Kinshasa, with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Egypt: ICRC and IOM Collaborate to Support Families Facing Separation. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). ICRC president in first official visit to Democratic Republic of the Congo. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law key to breaking vicious cycle of conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates hostage release, calls for renewed and sustainable ceasefire agreement. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). ICRC in Syria: Year in Review 2024. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). Standing behind communities, to do more and better together. icrc.org
(2025-06-06). FULL SPEECH: The 2025 State of the Nation Address. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In fulfillment of the constitutional requirement, under Article 101 (1) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, President Yoweri Museveni on June 5th delivered the State of the Nation. This was at parliament sitting at Kololo Independence grounds. ***** Ladies and Gentlemen. In fulfilment of the Constitutional requirement, …
(2025-06-06). Health officials warn against cow urine myth as measles cases re-emerge. independent.co.ug 
Kanungu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In the face of a recurring measles outbreak in parts of Uganda, health experts are urging the public to rely on evidence-based treatments and avoid unproven traditional remedies that could endanger lives. In July 2024, measles was confirmed in Kihembe Sub County, Kanungu District, near the Uganda-DR Congo border. The …
(2025-06-06). Beijing's Diplomatic Ballet: China's Role in Iran-Egypt Talks Amid IAEA Visit and Xi Jinping's Upcoming Cairo Trip. moderndiplomacy.eu China is counting heavily on Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's visit to Cairo. Beijing opposes the expansion of the conflict in the Middle East in order to preserve its interests and facilitate maritime traffic through the Suez Canal. Here, the equation of Egypt, Iran, China, and Russia can be included within the scope of Egyptian …
(2025-06-06). Who Bears the Hidden Cost when the World's e-waste Burden Falls on the Global South? moderndiplomacy.eu In today's digital age, we live in an ever-accelerating cycle of technological consumption. Every year, millions of people around the world rush to replace their smartphones, laptops, televisions, and other electronic devices with newer, faster, thinner models. But there's a pressing question we rarely ask: Where do all the old devices go? The answer points …
(2025-06-06). Digital Colonialism: How Data Empires Are Rewriting Global Sovereignty. moderndiplomacy.eu As digital infrastructure spreads, a new kind of empire building is underway, one driven not by armies but by data. Today's tech giants and superpowers vie to control the pipelines of information, and that tug of war has major implications for national sovereignty. In practical terms, "data sovereignty" means a country's ability to govern where …
(2025-06-06). Emergence of Vietnam in the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam is rapidly positioning itself as a significant player in the global market of semiconductors. This vision is supported by the strategic government initiatives, substantial foreign direct investment (FDI), and growing global demands for semiconductors across various sectors. The country is making notable strides in this high-tech arena. Vietnam's semiconductor supply chain will have a …
(2025-06-06). Who Shapes the Narrative Between Renewables and Fossil Fuels? moderndiplomacy.eu In the evolving terrain of global politics and economics, energy remains the lifeblood of national power and international diplomacy. The debate between renewable and fossil fuels is not merely a technical matter of sustainability versus carbon emissions; it is deeply embedded in global power structures, geopolitical narratives, and financial interests. While renewables promise a cleaner …
(2025-06-06). Israel's Security Challenges Amid the Iran-GCC Rivalry: Balancing Deterrence and Diplomacy. moderndiplomacy.eu The geopolitical scene in the Middle East is going through perhaps its most dramatic period in decades. A key cause of this upheaval is the growing disagreements between Iran and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, which are marked by differing ideologies, armed actions through proxies, and ambitions to lead in the region. Since Israel …
(2025-06-06). Gaza rescuers say 37 killed in Israel attacks, as aid restarts. newarab.com 
Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli attacks killed at least 37 people on Thursday, as a The Israeli military has recently stepped up its campaign in Gaza in what it says is a renewed push to defeat Hamas, whose October 2023 attack sparked the war. | But Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva rejected the term "war" to describe the conflict in the devastated Palestinian territory, accusing Israel instead of carryin…
(2025-06-06). Rate of Gaza children suffering acute malnutrition nearly triples. newarab.com 
The rate of young children suffering from The report was issued at a time when aid distribution in the Palestinian enclave is under intense scrutiny because of
(2025-06-06). US hits International Criminal Court judges with sanctions over investigation into Israel. newarab.com 
The Trump administration is slapping sanctions on four judges at the International Criminal Court over the tribunal's investigation into alleged war crimes by Israel in its war against Hamas in Gaza and in the West Bank. | The State Department said Thursday that it would freeze any assets that the ICC judges, who come from Benin, Peru, Slovenia and Uganda, have in U.S. jurisdictions. The move is just the latest step that the administration has taken to punish the ICC and its officials for investigations undertaken against Israel and the United States. | "As ICC judges, these four individuals have actively enga…
(2025-06-06). British Palestinians demand UK stop enabling Israel's Gaza siege. newarab.com 
(2025-06-06). Chicago private equity firm has stake in Gaza aid company. newarab.com 
A Chicago-based private equity firm – controlled by a member of the family that founded American publishing company Rand McNally – has an "economic interest" in the logistics company involved in a controversial new aid distribution operation in Gaza. | McNally Capital, founded in 2008 by Ward McNally, helped "support the establishment" of Safe Reach Solutions, a McNally Capital spokesperson told Reuters. SRS is a for-profit company established in Wyoming in November, state incorporation records show. It is in the spotlight for its involvement with the U.S.- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, whic…
(2025-06-06). Gaza doctors give their own blood to patients gunned down seeking aid. newarab.com 
Doctors in the Gaza Strip are donating their own blood to save their patients after scores of Palestinians were Around 100 MSF staff protested outside the UN headquarters in Geneva against an aid distribution system in Gaza run by an Israeli-backed private company, which has led to chaotic scenes of mass carnage. | "People need the basics of life…they also need it in dignity," MSF…
(2025-06-06). Hamas ready for Gaza ceasefire talks amid deadly strikes. newarab.com 
"We reaffirm that we a…
(2025-06-06). Israeli fire behind deadly Gaza aid site attack: CNN report. newarab.com 
(2025-06-06). Israeli MKs seek to expel Ayman Odeh over pro-Gaza remarks. newarab.com 
Around 70 members of Odeh, head of the Hadash-Ta'al alliance, delivered a speech last week at a rally attended by over 2,000 people and representatives from more than 20 peace organisa…
(2025-06-06). UK Labour Muslims urge action by govt on Islamophobia, Gaza war. newarab.com 
A landmark survey of Muslim representatives in the UK Labour Party has revealed widespread dissatisfaction with the party's position on Israel's The survey, conducted by the
(2025-06-06). UK threatens Israel with 'further concrete actions' over Gaza. newarab.com 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday warned Israel of "further concrete actions" over its Gaza offensive and restrictions on aid after a meeting in London with Jordan's King Abdullah II. | "The Prime Minister reiterated that if Israel did not cease the renewed military offensive and lift its restrictions on humanitarian aid, the UK and its partners would take further concrete actions in response," a spokesperson for his Downing Street office said in a statement. | The two leaders discussed "the gravity of the intolerable situation in Gaza" and "concerning developments" in the West Bank. | The statem…
(2025-06-06). Another bloody Eid in Gaza, where Palestinians are the sacrifice. newarab.com 
Eid al-Adha, the Before the war, a few fortunate pilgrims made the journey to Makkah to perform Hajj, one of Islam's five pillars. But for over two years, no Gazan has set foot in those holy places — a silent, final blow to fading hopes. | Even Qurbani, the sacred ritual…
(2025-06-06). The Trump family's lucrative Middle East business empire. newarab.com 
The first presidential trip of During the visit, these Gulf states committed to investing around During his first term from 2017 to 2021, Trump d…
(2025-06-06). Algeria pushes back 16,000 illegal migrants to Niger. newarab.com 
Algeria has pushed back more than 16,000 irregular African migrants to Niger since April, the figure comprising more than half of total expulsions last year, an official source told AFP Wednesday. | Irregular migrants from neighbouring Niger and other African countries have regularly been pushed back over the past decade from Algeria, a transit point to Europe. | On June 1 and 2, a total of 1,466 migrants arrived at the border town of Assamaka according to prefectorial authorities of the northern Nigerien city of Arlit. | The first group, which arrived on Sunday, included 688 nationals from a dozen West Africa…
(2025-06-06). Algeria school exam cheats to face jail in latest crackdown. newarab.com 
In the town of KaàØs, in Khenchela province, a court sentenced a teacher to two years in prison on Wednesday after she was caught taking photos of a French exam paper on her phone immediately after distributing it to students, in an attempt to leak the questions. | The court…
(2025-06-06). Beirut residents flee as Israel targets Hezbollah drone sites. newarab.com 
Huge numbers of people fled The streets around the area were seen jammed with traffic as residents tried to leave, with Lebanese media reporting "You are located near facilities belonging to the terrorist organisation Hezbollah," said the warning f…
(2025-06-06). Boxer Iman Khelif barred from latest tournament over gender row. newarab.com 
Algerian Olympic champion boxer Imane Khelif, who is at the centre of a row over gender eligibility, will not compete in this week's tournament in The Netherlands, organisers said Thursday. | Dirk Renders, spokesman for the Eindhoven Box Cup, confirmed to AFP the boxer would not be taking part, adding: "The decision of her exclusion is up to World Boxing." | World Boxing has introduced mandatory gender testing for competitors over 18 and had informed the Algerian federation Khelif would have to undergo the test to compete in Eindhoven this week. | Under the new policy, all athletes in World Boxing-sanctioned c…
(2025-06-06). Iraq holds Kurdish govt legally responsible for oil smuggling. newarab.com 
Iraq's oil ministry said on Thursday it holds the Kurdish regional government (KRG) legally responsible for the continued smuggling of oil from the Kurdish region outside the country. | The ministry reserves the right to take all legal measures in the matter, it added. | Control over oil and gas has long been a source of Iraq is under pressure from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries to cut output to compensate for having produced more than its agreed volu…
(2025-06-06). Israeli airstrikes hit southern Beirut suburbs, prompting panic. newarab.com 
A series of Plumes of smoke were seen billowing from the Lebanese capital, shortly after huge numbers of people had fled the area, clogging the roads with traffic. | Lebanese news agency ANI said it counted nearly a dozen strikes, including two which were "very violent". AFP journalists in the city heard at least two strong detonations. | "The Israe…
(2025-06-06). Jordanian authorities seize Amman building linked to Brotherhood. newarab.com 
The Dissolution Committee of the Ministry of…
(2025-06-06). Lebanon dismantles 500 Hezbollah installations in south. newarab.com 
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Thursday that the Lebanese army had dismantled "more than 500 military positions and arms depots" belonging to Hezbollah in the south of the country. | In a televised address marking 100 days in office, Salam said his government was pressing ahead with reforms demanded by the international community. | "The state continues its action… to restore its authority over the entire national territory… and to have a monopoly on arms," he said. | "The Lebanese army is continuing its deployment and has so far dismantled more than 500 military positions and arms depots south of the…
(2025-06-06). MENA Sports Wrap: Bruno Fernandes snubs Saudi, Morocco eyes F1. newarab.com 
(2025-06-06). Moscow to decide 'how and when' to respond to Ukraine attack: Kremlin. newarab.com 
Moscow will decide "how and when" to respond to Kyiv's weekend strikes on Russian airfields deep inside Russia destroyed nuclear-capable aircraft and infuriated Moscow. | "As and when our military deems it appropriate," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said when asked what Moscow's response would be. | The planes were parked at air fields deep inside Russian territory…
(2025-06-06). Turkey probes opposition leader, sacks five mayors in crackdown. newarab.com 
Prosecutors have opened an investigation into the leader of Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) on charges of threatening and insulting Istanbul's chief prosecutor, The clampdown is centred on Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who is President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival and leads him in some opinion polls. The CHP's Imamoglu was jailed in March pending trial on corruption charges, which he denies. | The Istanbul prosecutor's office said i…
(2025-06-06). UK police roll out armoured cars 'tested on Palestinians'. newarab.com 
London's Footage posted by BBC London shows the vehicles being driven through London as part of a training exercise. The Met confirmed it was preparing officers to operate the SandCats. | "These are specialist armoured vehicles used for high-risk armed policing operations by officers…
(2025-06-06). David Harvey: On Sraffa's Trail. newleftreview.org David Harvey recalls a lifetime of encounters, actual and intellectual, with the enigmatic Piero Sraffa. Interlocutor of Wittgenstein, Keynes and Robinson; devastating critic of neoclassical economics; helpmeet of Gramsci and rescuer of his Prison Notebooks. Reflections on an éminence grise of twentieth-century intellectual life.
(2025-06-06). Ed McNally: Instruments of Empire. newleftreview.org Ed McNally on Hugh Wilford, The CIA: An Imperial History. Antidote to apologias for the US intelligence agency, a periodization from the Truman Doctrine to the 'war on terror'.
(2025-06-06). Jiwei Xiao: China's Worker Artists. newleftreview.org Jiwei Xiao on Margaret Hillenbrand, On the Edge. Analysis of working-class precarity as a structure of feeling, manifest in Chinese literary and visual culture.
(2025-06-06). Loic Wacquant: Punish to Rule. newleftreview.org If punishment was central to colonial statecraft—police, courts and prisons forming a 'penal triad'—how has this logic mutated since? A comparative survey of the forms of official violence that upheld empires past sheds light on techniques for domesticating today's hyperghettos and banlieues.
(2025-06-06). Lola Seaton: Trusting Art? newleftreview.org Replying to Malcolm Bull's hypotheses in NLR 151 on the balance of trust in the artworld and cryptocurrency, Lola Seaton asks what distinguishes readymade works, like Cattelan's banana, from everyday commodities—and what exactly buyers of conceptual art get to own.
(2025-06-06). Ross Douthat: Condition of America. newleftreview.org Nick Burns quizzes the New York Times columnist on the contradictory ideological forces and factions driving the second Trump Administration, the strengths and weaknesses of American liberalism and the state of the country that he's described as sinking into economic and cultural stagnation.
(2025-06-06). Wang Xiaoming: On Civilization and Its Barbarisms. newleftreview.org Lessons from the history of Chinese thought on the tension between the liberal-democratic internal order of great powers and the imperial 'law of the jungle' to which they subject weaker countries. How to resist their barbarity—how to civilize oneself—without barbarizing others?
(2025-06-06). Wolfgang Streeck: The Road Right. newleftreview.org A high-turnout election, sharply polarized around immigration, has brought another centrist coalition to power in Berlin. Wolfgang Streeck offers an unsparing analysis of Germany's political situation as its hardline incoming Chancellor rams through an expansive fiscal revolution and the far-right AfD doubles its seats.
(2025-06-06). Federal election creates opportunities for the Crisafulli government. onlineopinion.com.au Australia divvies up its GST to the states in a way that punishes success and rewards failure.
(2025-06-06). With a government review underway, we have to ask why children bully other kids. onlineopinion.com.au Some children bully for fun. Others do it to stay on top. The reasons matter — because they shape the solutions.
(2025-06-06). Pennsylvania water providers promise to comply with federal PFAS regulations. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
(2025-06-06). Philadelphia's proposed dog-free park law could be 'all bark and no bite,' critics say. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Bringing dogs into Philadelphia public park space marked as animal-free zones — whether on a leash or not — is already against the rules, but it soon could become law with a hefty fine for violators. | If a dog enters playgrounds, recreation centers, ballfields, spraygrounds, athletic courts, gardens or any public park space labeled as animal free citywide, the owner would face a $2,000 fi…
(2025-06-06). What Trump ordering an investigation into Biden's actions might mean legally and politically. whyy.org President Trump, who turns 79 this month, has long questioned the mental acuity and physical stamina of Biden, and is now directing hi…
(2025-06-06). Norristown immigrants fearful after ICE raids; Montco officials voice support. whyy.org 
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents barged into Norristown resident Ana's home Sunday morning, detaining her husband, José, and her brother, Victor. They forced her two teenage nephews at gunpoint to show them their documentation and entered the bedroom where her daughters were sleeping before detaining José and Victor. She said she has been able to communicate indirectly with Victor, but doesn't know where her husband is now. | Ana, 34, who is not sharing her…
(2025-06-06). The Pulse's Maiken Scott hosts Stemming the Tide: How Philly Is Preparing for Floods in a Changing Climate. whyy.org Join WHYY's Maiken Scott for a conversation about Philadelphia's historic watersheds to explore how the city's past informs its future…
(2025-06-06). What to expect in the New Jersey primary. whyy.org Nearly a dozen candidates will compete in New Jersey on Tuesday for the chance to succeed New Jersey is one of only two states, along with Virginia, with a gubernatorial race on the ballot this year. Historically, presidential politics has cast a long shadow over the two contests, with the president's party frequently losing one or both seats. Although Democrats have long dominated New Jersey'
(2025-06-06). Families pushing for answers after teens killed in Limerick Township crash during police chase. whyy.org This story originally appeared on There is a push for answers in It happened on Aut…
(2025-06-06). Exploring the Secrets of Human Creativity. whyy.org Creativity plays a role in every facet of our lives, from childhood education, to everyday problem-solving, to the artistic works we enjoy and the innovations shaping our future. We explore what human creativity is, how it works, and some of the unexpected ways it's remaking our world.
(2025-06-06). Stop militarisation and cuts at universities! No to genocide and world war! wsws.org The International Youth and Students for Social Equality are running in the elections for the student parliament at Berlin's Humboldt University, which will take place on 3 July 2025.
(2025-06-06). The Musk-Trump blood feud and the US political crisis. wsws.org The substance of the conflict within the financial oligarchy is a deep division over economic policy, particularly tariffs.
(2025-06-06). Spanish metal strike in Cantabria grows, Cádiz workers to strike next week. wsws.org Cantabria's metal industry is facing its most powerful strike in recent memory, as thousands of workers continue their strike for a second consecutive day.
(2025-06-06). Proctor & Gamble announces 7,000 layoffs, as impact of trade war mounts. wsws.org The impact of the global trade war since Trump's "liberation day" reciprocal tariffs in April is beginning to mount across the US and world economy.
(2025-06-06). Australia: Indigenous man dies after being violently restrained by police. wsws.org White was forced to the ground, face-down and handcuffed. Several witnesses reported that one of the officers placed a knee behind his head as he lay on the supermarket floor.
(2025-06-06). Trial of ex-president Bolsonaro for fascist coup bid advances in Brazil. wsws.org What the evidence overwhelmingly demonstrates is that the Armed Forces went along with the coup conspiracy that erupted on January 8, 2023.
(2025-06-06). Wildfire smoke blankets large parts of North America. wsws.org The early start of the Canadian wildfire season has highlighted one of the many dangers caused by climate change and the inability of the capitalist system to resolve the global crisis.
(2025-06-06). Australia slides back into per capita recession. wsws.org Public spending was significantly reduced but was not matched by an increase in business investment which, as a proportion of GDP, is at its lowest level in 40 years.
(2025-06-06). Blame, a documentary film: The defense of science and scientists against the Wuhan-Lab leak conspiracy. wsws.org Acclaimed Swiss filmmaker Christian Frei peels back the layers of a global controversy to reveal the human cost of a conspiracy. With quiet precision and emotional depth, he confronts the lab leak narrative.
(2025-06-06). Trump implements new travel ban, restricting travel from 19 countries. wsws.org The travel ban would impact over 400 million people, including the hundreds of thousands of refugees who will now be denied asylum.
(2025-06-06). Sri Lanka: Michelin workers continue struggle, defying management's threats. wsws.org The ICEU bureaucracy, in line with the International Monetary Fund and the pro-big business policies of the JVP/NPP government, is completely responsible for the witch hunt of Michelin workers.
(2025-06-06). Miserly Australian award wage rise leaves low-income workers behind in real terms. wsws.org The minimum wage will increase by just 85 cents per hour to $24.95, but the news has been received with whoops and cheers from the country's leading trade union bureaucrats.