(2026-05-02). From Pokémon to Palestine: How Your Gaming Data Powers Israel's Genocide. muslimskeptic.com Among the different forms of entertainment that have sprung forth in the wake of modern technologies, video games have been at the forefront. Many of these games are aimed towards the male consumer, primarily because they offer men the 'fix' they crave for performing challenging tasks and overcoming obstacles while accruing achievements and also gaining …
(2026-05-02). Former Greek minister slams 'Western complicity' over brutal Israeli kidnap of Gaza flotilla leaders. asiapacificreport.nz 
SPECIAL REPORT: By Brett Wilkins Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis has slammed European leaders — and the West at large — for what he said is their complicity in Israel's abduction of two leaders of the Gaza-bound humanitarian aid flotilla seized off the coast of Greece. In what numerous critics have called an act…
(2026-05-02). Pauline Far-Right takes flight thanks to billionaire backers. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-02). New Video: War Is Still A Racket. warisacrime.org David Swanson on the Terry Lee Show discussing
(2026-05-02). How to Travel for Work With Ease. moguldom.com As a busy professional or entrepreneur, you may find yourself traveling often for work. When that's the case, you'll know just how tiring or time-consuming this can often be. This is why looking to make your travels as easy and comfortable as possible is so important. However, this is all in the preparation. So, if …
(2026-05-02). Desde pequeños, el amor por Cuba. cubadebate.cu No fueron simples espectadores en las plazas y calles. Los niños cubanos también se apropiaron del desfile por el Día Internacional de los Trabajadores. Con cada bandera agitada, la esperanza se hizo presente: porque el futuro que defiende el pueblo cubano no es otro que el de sus propios hijos.
(2026-05-02). Cuba no se rinde ni colapsa. cubadebate.cu Es muy fácil descalificar al país, al gobierno y al sistema manteniéndolos cautivos de una guerra cruel y despiadada que no les permite mostrarse. Es muy fácil culpar a otros del daño que provocas. Es vergonzoso ofender al pueblo heroico que no se rinde, que resiste, que sufre penurias y aún cree con fe infinita en la superioridad de su proyecto de vida para todos, y no para pocos.
(2026-05-02). Romerías de Mayo: Dedicadas a Fidel y al aniversario 40 de la AHS. cubadebate.cu Las Romerías de Mayo se celebrarán del 2 al 8 de este mes en la provincia de Holguín. Este evento, también conocido como Festival Mundial de Juventudes Artísticas, cuenta con la organización de la Asociación Hermanos Saíz y el apoyo de la Dirección Provincial de Cultura en Holguín. Amantes de la cultura y las utopías, volverán a unirse, seducidos por el espíritu romero.
(2026-05-02). Domadores de Cuba brillan en cartel profesional de boxeo. cubadebate.cu EL súper mediano Arlen López, el pluma Saidel Horta y el mosca Alejandro Claro se mantuvieron invictos en duelos profesionales como autores del perfecto desempeño de Domadores de Cuba en cartel de la Asociación Mundial de Boxeo disputado hoy en Palma de Mallorca. Arlen sumó su séptimo éxito al despachar por veredicto unánime al difícil argentino Leonel Eduardo àÅvila.
(2026-05-02). Aumentan muertes de inmigrantes bajo custodia del ICE: Cuatro cubanos entre ellos. cubadebate.cu Las muertes bajo custodia del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE) de Estados Unidos suman este viernes un nuevo nombre: Denny Adan González, un cubano de 33 años que perdió la vida en un centro de detención en Georgia. Al menos otros tres inmigrantes de origen cubano se reportaron como muertos en circunstancias parecidas en los últimos meses.
(2026-05-02). Díaz-Canel: "Nadie honesto puede aceptar que Cuba sea una amenaza" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, denunció hoy las nuevas medidas coercitivas anunciadas por el gobierno de Donald Trump contra el archipiélago. Díaz-Canel rechazó la excusa estadounidense de que Cuba represente una amenaza para ese país y subrayó que el bloqueo causa tanto daño debido a la "conducta intimidatoria y arrogante de la mayor potencia militar del planeta".
(2026-05-01). Anti-genocide activist denounces imperialist violence in the Middle East in statement supporting International May Day Online Rally. wsws.org Dr. Abeer Omar, an assistant nursing professor at Trent University, in Peterborough, Ontario, denounced the systematic slaughter of healthcare workers by Israel in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, and the US and Israel's targeting of civilians in their war of extermination against Iran.
(2026-05-01). Lebanon says 13 killed in Israeli strikes in south. al-monitor.com Lebanon's health ministry said 13 people were killed on Friday in Israeli strikes in the south, including in a town where Israel's army had issued an evacuation order despite a ceasefire.The strikes in Habboush killed eight people, including a child and two women, and wounded 21 others, the ministry said, raising an earlier toll.Other strikes in Zrariyeh killed four people, two of them women, and wounded four more, it said.The ministry also reported a strike in Ain Baal near the coastal city of Tyre killed one person and wounded seven others.
(2026-05-01). FO Talks: IRGC Survives — Why the Iran War Has Backfired for Trump and Netanyahu. fairobserver.com Fair Observer's Video Producer Rohan Khattar Singh speaks with Stephen Zunes, professor of politics and director of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of San Francisco, about a war that was meant to weaken adversaries but may instead be reinforcing them. As fighting spills across Iran, Israel and Lebanon, is the military force achieving its…
(2026-05-01). What next for Lebanon if ceasefire with Israel expires on 17 May. newarab.com 
As a fragile US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon approaches its 17 May deadline, uncertainty is mounting over what comes next. Agreed in mid-April and extended to allow negotiations, the truce has been repeatedly violated, with continued Israeli strikes and Hezbollah attacks raising fears of renewed war. | In this episode of The Brief In, we unpack the competing pressures shaping Lebanon's next move: US and regional demands for Hezbollah's disarmament, Israeli insistence on security guarantees, and deep internal divisions in Beirut that have stalled a unified negotiating position.
(2026-05-01). What is Hezbollah's 'suicide combat' strategy in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
The strategy is based on targeting Israeli troop concentrations inside the so-called "Yellow Line", an area declared by Israeli forces as a "security zone" in southern Lebanon, in response to raids o…
(2026-05-01). Woman killed, children injured as Israel attacks Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel's assault, which has displaced more than one people in Lebanon, escalates despite US brokered 'ceasefire'.
(2026-05-01). Israeli casualties mount amid south Lebanon aggression. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — As Hezbollah targets more Israeli occupation forces (IOF), the Zionist regime has escalated airstrikes that have killed dozens of Lebanese civilians.
(2026-05-01). Byblos Exhibit at Monde Arabe Suffers Effects of Israeli War on Lebanon. indybay.org Presently on display through August at Paris' Institut du Monde Arabe (Arab World Institute [L'IMA]) is the revealing historical exhibition, "Byblos, cité millénaire du Liban" (Byblos, Millennia-old City of Lebanon).
(2026-05-01). Headlines for May 1, 2026. democracynow.org Senate Republicans Block Iran War Powers Resolution for Sixth Time Ahead of 60-Day Deadline, Israel Continues Deadly Strikes on Southern Lebanon in Latest Ceasefire Violations, Israeli Military Claims Control of Two-Thirds of Gaza in New Maps, Israeli Ceasefire Violations Kill Three and Wound 10 in Gaza, Including Aunt of Poet Mosab Abu Toha, Physicians for Human Rights Petitions Israel to Release Gaza Doctors Jailed Without Charges, Palestinian Journalist Ali al-Samoudi Freed from Israeli Jail Showing Signs of Torture, Starvation, Columbia University Students Rally on Second Anniversary of "Hind's Ha…
(2026-05-01). Wishful thinking topple Iran or protect Israeli soldiers from drones. haaretz.com While Trump hesitates, Israel hopes for a resumption of the war with Iran ‚ñ Hezbollah has identified an IDF vulnerability – and questions are also arising within the units themselves regarding activity in Lebanon…
(2026-05-01). China says UN should revisit Lebanon peacekeeping mission decision. al-monitor.com May 1 (Reuters) – China's ambassador to the United Nations said on Friday that there was a need to revisit the U.N. Security Council's decision to end the mandate of a longrunning peacekeeping mission in Lebanon at the end of this year.The U.N. Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), established in 1978, patrols Lebanon's southern border with Israel. Last year, the Security Council unanimously agreed to begin a withdrawal of the mission at the end of 2026.
(2026-05-01). Israel kills at least 20 in Lebanon, US pushes for direct talks. newarab.com 
Israeli forces have killed at least 20 people in Lebanon in the last 24 hours, as the US urged for a face-to-face meeting between Lebanese President The toll includes civilians from two families, two Lebanese army soldiers, two children, and three paramedics. More than 70 others, including children, were also wounded in the attacks. | The Israeli…
(2026-05-01). Giorgia Meloni's moral retreat on Gaza. aljazeera.com The Italian PM's response to Israel's genocidal war on Gaza reflects not moral conviction, but political calculation.
(2026-05-01). Golders Green attack used to launch ferocious right-wing campaign against democratic rights and anti-genocide protests. wsws.org Prime Minister Keir Starmer responded by holding those who have protested the Gaza genocide responsible, and promising draconian attacks on demonstrations.
(2026-05-01). UK Judge Gags Palestine Action Defendants To Secure 'Terror' Stitch-Up. popularresistance.org Since the retrial of six Palestine Action (PA) activists began on April 13, the defendants have been barred under court order from using terms like "genocide" or discussing the target of their direction action protests. Meanwhile, supporters of PA have been arrested outside the court for holding signs advising jurors of their right to acquit the defendants based on conscience. | Now, a draft court order reviewed by The Grayzone reveals how the presiding judge has sought to comprehensively neutralize the PA activists' ability to defend themselves by imposing crippling restrictions on what can be said in closing sp…
(2026-05-01). Labour Zionist disgrace Ellman attacks Polanski for condemning police brutality. thecanary.co 
The Labour friends of genocide axis's attacks on Jewish Green party leader Zack Polanski continue. In the latest example, well-known pro-Israel horror Louise Ellman has made a sinister attack on Polanski that has undertones of threat. Ellman is a former Liverpool MP who quit rather than face a vote of disgusted local members whether to […] | By
(2026-05-01). German embassy refuses London Irish Brigade's letter for 'Ulm 5' anti-genocide prisoners. thecanary.co 
The London Irish Brigade and others gathered in the capital on 30 April to deliver a letter to the German embassy. The letter supported, and demanded the release of, the 'Ulm 5' prisoners held for months without trial for action. As with the 'Filton 24', imprisoned for more than 18 months by the UK government, […] | By
(2026-05-01). Sunday 5/17: Envisioning Return Amid Genocide with Angela Davis & Rashid Khalidi. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_qDoXPi……
(2026-05-01). Lessons From The Gaza Student Encampments, Two Years On. popularresistance.org On April 17, 2024, Columbia University students hoisted tents onto the grass of the East Butler Lawn, initiating an international reckoning with the Israeli genocide in Gaza. | The initial encampment was met immediately with a police sweep and the mass arrest of student participants, but this did not deter activists and only prompted a second mass entry into the adjacent lawns mere moments later. | I was at the second encampment as an admitted student attending spring orientation. The dynamism of that moment feels surreal now — hundreds of people waving hand-painted banners and flags, cheering to song and c…
(2026-05-01). Polanski capitulating and apologising for police brutality is a critical mistake. thecanary.co 
Green Party leader Zack Polanski has let himself down and millions of Israel's victims, those who advocate against genocide, and the millions in this country who need the reversal of decades of Thatcherism under successive blue and red governments. The situation is not yet irredeemable after he apologised for sharing a post condemning police brutality […] | By
(2026-05-01). Fear and opportunity: Immigration scams surged as Trump's sweeps lured desperate people to eager defrauders. nationofchange.org As mass deportations continue, scam complaints soar.
(2026-05-01). Two months in, the Iran war has changed the global energy system forever. grist.org 
For almost half a century, the vast majority of climate experts have agreed on a solution to global warming: stop burning fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. But despite the political efforts of governments across the world to promote replacing these fuels, fossil sources have remained a stubbornly large share of global energy — around 80 percent at last count. | But the war in Iran, which the United States and Israel launched two months ago this week, may turn out to be the push that dislodges fossil fuels' place atop the world's energy system. The Strait of Hormuz, the narrow waterway near Ir…
(2026-05-01). Iran surprises Trump with deadly 'Arash' drone as US blockade pressure faces new military reality. hindustantimes.com Tensions in West Asia are escalating as Iran stages a major military showcase featuring its latest drone technology amid stalled peace talks and rising regional friction. During a large rally in Tehran, Iran unveiled its new Arash suicide drone alongside the Shahed-136, signaling what officials describe as a strengthened deterrence posture. The display comes as Washington's blockade strategy and broader geopolitical standoff continue to fuel uncertainty across the region. The Arash drone, designed for long-range deep-strike missions, was presented as part of a broader demonstration of Iran's evolving unmanned war…
(2026-05-01). Trump's supercarrier flees Middle East? World's largest warship leaves Gulf after mysterious damage. hindustantimes.com The USS Gerald R. Ford heads back to the U.S. after a record 300-day deployment marked by technical issues, onboard fire, and crew fatigue. As tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz, the carrier's departure raises fresh questions about U.S. naval readiness and regional military balance amid the fragile standoff with Iran.
(2026-05-01). Trump's 'Strait of Trump' idea returns with cryptic 'storm is coming' post for Mojtaba | Hormuz, War. hindustantimes.com What happens when a global oil lifeline turns into a battlefield of narratives, power plays, and personal branding? As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, the world isn't just watching ships being blocked, it's watching signals being sent. From Donald Trump's provocative suggestion to rename one of the world's most strategic waterways, to his cryptic "storm is coming" warning, the messaging is as intense as the military posturing on the ground. But beneath the headlines lies a deeper question: who actually controls the Strait right now? The U.S. claims a "foolproof" blockade, backed by numbers: 42 ships redire…
(2026-05-01). UAE exit from OPEC signals closer alignment with US interests, experts say. aljazeera.com UAE wants to supply more oil than its OPEC quota and that could help push down prices once the Strait of Hormuz opens.
(2026-05-01). Iran marks Persian Gulf National Day, recalling 17th-century expulsion of Portuguese forces. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran on April 30 marked the Persian Gulf National Day, commemorating a significant moment in 1622 when Safavid forces expelled Portuguese troops from the Strait of Hormuz, an event widely regarded in the country as a milestone in the restoration of sovereignty over its southern waters.
(2026-05-01). US approves military sales of over $8.6 billion to Middle East allies. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 1 (Reuters) – The U.S. State Department said on Friday it was approving military sales worth a total of over $8.6 billion to Middle Eastern allies Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates.The announcement comes as the U.S. and Israel's war against Iran marked nine weeks since its start and more than three weeks since a fragile ceasefire in the Iran war came into effect. (Reporting by Kanishka Singh, Ryan Patrick Jones and Christian Martinez)…
(2026-05-01). The Revolutionary Spirit Of Iran. popularresistance.org The United States, in its recent war on Iran, has completely misread the Iranian people and failed to recognize the deep revolutionary spirit that pervades Iranian culture. Rather than inciting Iranian people against their government, the US-Israeli war on Iran has united the population. Rather than promoting democracy in Iran and empowering the people, US economic punishment and aggression have accomplished the opposite and have made life more difficult for most Iranians. Like Cuba, Iran is being targeted because it will not relinquish its sovereignty.
(2026-05-01). "A People's History of Invisible India" : Journalist Neha Dixit on Dire State of Worker Rights. democracynow.org 
On International Workers' Day, we take a look at the state of workers' rights and freedoms in India, where pressure on fuel supplies from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has deepened the cost-of-living crisis and labor unrest is on the rise. In mid-April, tens of thousands of workers from the industrial hubs around New Delhi blocked roads to demand a fair wage and better working conditions. | "Various governments in India and the central government have been trying to dilute labor laws," says Neha Dixit, an investigative journalist and author based in New Delhi. "And there have been con…
(2026-05-01). SCO voices concern over cyberattacks on Iran's digital infrastructure. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have expressed deep concern over US-Israeli cyberattacks that targeted information, communication, and technology (ICT) infrastructures in Iran.
(2026-05-01). Trump 'not satisfied' with Iran's latest peace proposal as talks stall. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was dissatisfied with Iran's latest proposal for peace talks, as negotiations between the two sides remain stalled despite a weeks-long ceasefire. | "At this moment, I'm not satisfied with what they're offering," Trump told reporters. | Iranian state media reported that Tehran had submitted a new proposal aimed at ending the conflict that began with US-Israeli strikes on February 28.
(2026-05-01). China's UN envoy blasts US 'bullying' as sanctions widen before Trump-Xi talks. scmp.com China's top UN diplomat slammed the US on Friday over its coercive behaviour, sanctioning of Chinese vessels and firms and for starting the Iran war along with Israel as Beijing assumed the rotating one-month presidency of the UN Security Council. | The verbal blast came as Washington heaped more pressure on China on Friday by sanctioning a China-based petroleum terminal operator, the latest in a string of recent US moves to cut off Chinese funding to Iran under what the White House has dubbed…
(2026-05-01). Trump Considers Restarting The Bombing Campaign On Iran. popularresistance.org US Central Command has requested the deployment of the US's hypersonic missile, known as the Dark Eagle, for potential use against Iran, as President Trump is considering restarting the bombing campaign, Bloomberg has reported. | The US has already used a missile for the first time against Iran, a short-range ballistic missile called the Precision Strike Missile, or PrSM, which, according to an investigation from The New York Times, was used in a February 28 strike that hit a sports hall in the Iranian city of Lamerd, killing at least 21 people in the area, including boys and girls practicing sports.
(2026-05-01). US offers rewards for 3 Iraqi militia leaders. longwarjournal.org The United States has intensified pressure on Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, offering multimillion-dollar rewards for information on additional key leaders linked to attacks on US personnel and facilities. The latest rewards target figures from three groups: Kataib Hezbollah, Kataib Sayyid al Shuhada, and Harakat Ansar Allah al Awfiya.
(2026-05-01). Trump says hostilities in Iran 'terminated' ahead of war powers deadline. scmp.com US President Donald Trump told Congress on Friday that the hostilities in Iran "have terminated" following the ceasefire starting April 7, with the deadline for a congressional authorisation of the war looming. | "There has been no exchange of fire between the United States Forces and Iran since April 7, 2026. The hostilities that began on February 28, 2026, have terminated," Trump wrote in letters sent to the House and the Senate.
(2026-05-01). Analysis-Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war. al-monitor.com By Matt SpetalnickWASHINGTON, May 2 (Reuters) – More than two months into a conflict that has failed to deliver a decisive military or diplomatic win, President Donald Trump faces the risk that a standoff with Iran will drag on indefinitely and leave an even bigger problem for the U.S. and the world than before he launched the war.With both sides outwardly confident they hold the upper hand and their positions far apart, there is no obvious off-ramp in sight, even as Iran submitted a fresh proposal to restart negotiations.Trump quickly rejected it on Friday.
(2026-05-01). UAE says Iran cannot be trusted over Hormuz, peace efforts at an impasse. newarab.com 
A senior Two months into the conflict,
(2026-05-01). Gazans face years of untreated fractures amid health collapse. newarab.com 
Thousands of Palestinians in According to Gaza's health ministry, more than 170,000 people have been injured during the war, with a significant portion suffering severe orthopaedic damage. | Zaher al-Wahidi, head of the ministry's information systems department, told The New Arab: "Around 18% of Gaza's in…
(2026-05-01). Italy condemns 'unlawful' Israeli interception of Gaza flotilla. newarab.com 
Italy condemns Israel's seizure of aid ships bound for Gaza and demands the immediate release of all Italians who have been "unlawfully detained," Israel intercepted the vessels in international waters near Greece late on Wednesday, a move the organizers ⚪
(2026-05-01). Exclusive: Inside Hamas's fight against the armed militias that Israel is using to sow chaos in Gaza. mondoweiss.net 
Hamas security leaders tell Mondoweiss that the fight against Israeli-armed militias in Gaza is only one part of the broader effort to counter Israel's campaign to sow chaos in the Strip.
(2026-05-01). BBC publishes misinformation about small boat crossings. thecanary.co 
The BBC, which has been accused of acting more like a spin doctor than an impartial broadcaster in its recent coverage, has not named Israel as the perpetrator in 50% of reported Israeli attacks on civilians in Gaza, and has also been getting things wrong on immigration. Two recent immigration errors reveal a similar pattern […] | By
(2026-05-01). Israel's Rafah crossing clampdown freezes Gaza's academic hopes. newarab.com 
Life in Gaza has changed so much that even time feels disrupted. Many students once saw universities outside Gaza as a way to continue their studies, but this path is now blocked. Since May 2024, Israel's military control over southern Gaza has made the
(2026-05-01). Palestinian Evacuees: Escaping Ordeal in Gaza, Entering Another in France. ummid.com A Palestinian family evacuated from Gaza to France says French authorities have separated three children from their parents after allegations of abuse that the family strongly denies and courts have not substantiated with evidence.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/15: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp515…
(2026-05-01). Gaza aid flotilla vessels taken to Crete after Israeli interception. aljazeera.com Israel's military reportedly seized 22 vessels sailing among the Global Sumud Flotilla.
(2026-05-01). Gaza flotilla activists return despite Israel's sea interception. newarab.com 
As a gentle breeze sweeps across the Greek island of Syros, a giant Palestinian flag adorning the docked sailboat begins to stir. Activists here are busy at work, stocking up supplies and tightening the ropes ahead of what is meant to be a historic mission to Gaza. | Among those still gearing up to break the siege with the
(2026-05-01). On May Day, Gaza's workers find whatever source of income they can. aljazeera.com Gaza's economic collapse leaves workers in perilous jobs, with unemployment soaring amid ongoing devastation.
(2026-05-01). Israeli group asks high court to order release of Gaza doctors. newarab.com 
An Israeli rights organisation petitioned Israel's Supreme Court on Thursday to demand the immediate release of 14 Palestinian doctors from Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) said the doctors have been denied adequate medical care and food and subjected to physical abuse while in detention. The group said they are being held under Israel's Unlawful Combatants Law, which allows for indefinite detention without charge. | "The Israeli army already…
(2026-05-01). Israel Abducts Multi-National Civilians On The Open Sea. popularresistance.org April 29, 2026 – Mediterranean Sea — israel's actions tonight (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) mark a dangerous and unprecedented escalation: the abduction of civilians in the middle of the Mediterranean, over 600 miles from Gaza, in full view of the world. | Let's be clear about what this is. This is piracy. This is the unlawful seizure of human beings on the open sea near Crete, an assertion that israel can operate with total impunity, far beyond its own borders, with no consequences. | What we are witnessing is the attempted normalization of israeli control over the Mediterranean itself and an escalation of i…
(2026-05-01). I'm a Survivor Imprisoned in Texas. I'm Only Allowed to Watch Fox News. truthout.org When news of the Epstein files first broke, I watched it unfold on a television I do not own, in a room I cannot leave, on a TV channel I did not choose. The framing I received about Jeffrey Epstein — the financier convicted of soliciting sex from a minor and who was later found dead in jail following his arrest on charges of prolific child sex trafficking — came from Fox News. This… |
(2026-05-01). Venezuela: Delcy Rodríguez Raises Salaries Pensions, Wraps Up National Campaign to Demand End of US Sanctions. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In an address to the nation on Thursday, Acting President Rodríguez announced an increase in the "integral minimum income" from roughly US $190 to $240, a 26% hike, for state and private-sector employees. The acting president did not s…
(2026-05-01). Venezuela Signs Agreements With Transnational Oil Corporations to Reactivate Energy Sector. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The agreement with BP, signed this Wednesday, April 29, focuses on the exploration and exploitation of non-associated gaseous hydrocarbons in offshore areas, primarily in Eastern Venezuela's Caribbe…
(2026-05-01). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-05-01). Thousands Converge in Caracas to Demand End to US Sanctions on Venezuela. orinocotribune.com 
Venezuelans from all corners of the country converged in the capital on Thursday, April 30, to demand the end of US-imposed unilateral coercive measures, culminating in a 12-day mobilization that traversed the country with the slogan: "Venezuela without sanctions and in peace." | The meeting at 11: 00 a.m. in the Jardín Botánico sector of the Gran Cacique Guaicaipuro Highway marked the conclusion of the first phase of the Great National Pilgrimage Against Sanctions that began on April 19. | Venezuelans have taken to the streets to denounce the impact of the sanctions on the people of the nation, underscoring that…
(2026-05-01). Iran will play at 2026 World Cup: Infantino. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will compete at the 2026 World Cup despite growing geopolitical tensions and scrutiny surrounding the nation's participation.
(2026-05-01). Iran war redraws sea routes with Africa as the pivot. geo.tv 
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: ICE Out of CSUMB! Students Rise Up on May Day. indybay.org CSUMB Main Quad, 100 Campus Ctr, Seaside…
(2026-05-01). Wednesday 4/29: Meeting: Proposed Downtown Concord AI Data Center. indybay.org Garden Conference Room, 1950 Parkside Drive, Wing A…
(2026-05-01). Jury Acquits Glass House ICE Raid Protester; Mahmoud Khalil Speaks Out. indybay.org Pacifica's Capitalism, Race and Democracy covers the acquittal of CSU Channel adjunct professor John Caravello, a report by Palestinian graduate student Mahmoud Khalil and report on Iran…
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: Watsonville May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires. indybay.org 1 – 2pm Mobile Protest (Home Depot – Target) | 2 – 3pm Protest at Target, 1415 Main St, Watsonville | 3 pm March from Target to Romo Park | 4 – 6pm Rally at Romo Park, 335 Main St, Watsonville…
(2026-05-01). Govt pays tribute to workers across the nation. sanews.gov.za Govt pays tribute to workers across the nation | Government has extended its appreciation to workers across the nation as the country commemorates Workers' Day on 1 May 2026. | Acting Director-General of the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), Nomonde Mnukwa, has highlighted the critical role workers play in driving the country's growth and development. | In a statement on Friday, Mnukwa emphasised that Workers' Day serves as a moment to recognise not only the economic contributions of employees, but also their ongoing efforts to build fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. | She reaffirmed th…
(2026-05-01). AP SSC 10th Result 2026: When and How to Check. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026: The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department is declaring on its official website ' bse.ap.gov.in' the result of the students who had appeared in the AP SSC (Class 10) 2026 board examinations.
(2026-05-01). China sets up pig industry advisory body to improve market oversight. ecns.cn China has established a monitoring and early warning advisory committee on the pig industry to strengthen oversight and improve government intervention in the sector, the agriculture ministry said.
(2026-05-01). Renters union Acorn welcomes new rights for tenants. thecanary.co 
From 1 May 2026, the law changes, giving more protection for England's 12 million renters. Renters union Acorn issues statement: After more than 10 years of organising and taking action, together we have won the biggest change to renters' rights in a generation. From stopping evictions on our streets, to marching on rogue landlords and […] | By
(2026-05-01). Grid Balancing Costs Set to Rise To £8 Billion By 2030. wattsupwiththat.com Nobody in their right mind would have designed such a system. Unfortunately by the time of the next election, most of the damage will be irreversible.
(2026-05-01). Workers the "heartbeat of the economy" sanews.gov.za Workers the "heartbeat of the economy" | Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has outlined government's plans to expand economic opportunities, particularly for young people, as South Africa marks International Workers' Day. | In a statement on Friday, the Minister paid tribute to workers across sectors, describing them as the "heartbeat of the economy" and central to the country's democratic foundation. | She said Workers' Day serves not only as a celebration of past struggles, but as a commitment to ensuring that decent work becomes a reality for all South Africans. | The Minister announced that 2…
(2026-05-01). British universities exploit data not just to grade students, but control them. thecanary.co 
A joint Al Jazeera and Liberty Investigates report published on 20 April revealed that twelve British universities — including Oxford, Imperial, King's College London, UCL, and the LSE — have paid a private intelligence firm called Horus Security Consultancy at least £440,000 since 2022 to monitor the social-media activity of pro-Palestine students and academics. The […] | By
(2026-05-01). Democracy Now! 2026-05-01 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for May 01, 2026; From Springfield, Ohio, to the Supreme Court: A Pastor's Fight to Protect TPS for Haitians; "No School, No Work, No Shopping": Workers, Immigrants to Lead Thousands of May Day Protests; "A People's History of Invisible India": Journalist Neha Dixit on Dire State of Worker Rights | Headlines for May 01, 2026; From Springfield, Ohio, to the Supreme Court: A Pastor's Fight to Protect TPS for Haitians; "No School, No Work, No Shopping": Workers, Immigrants to Lead Thousands of May Day Protests; "A People's History of Invisible…
(2026-05-01). US sanctions Iran's shadow banking channels moving oil proceeds from China. al-monitor.com The latest sanctions come as the Trump administration weighs Iran's latest proposal to end the war.
(2026-05-01). Amid massive government-employer assault on workplace safety, US unions sow complacency on Workers Memorial Day. wsws.org With the Trump administration continuing its massive assault on workplace safety and environmental protections, the American trade union bureaucracy issued boilerplate statements calling for increased lobbying and voter drives.
(2026-05-01). Iran has damaged majority of US military sites in Mideast, CNN reveals. tehrantimes.com At least 16 American military sites have been damaged in Iranian strikes, making up the majority of U.S. positions in the Middle East, a new CNN investigation can reveal.
(2026-05-01). Crowds gather at Persepolis to mark anniversary of Leader's visit to Fars province. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Large crowds gathered on Friday at the ancient sites of Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam to commemorate the anniversary of a visit by the martyred Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, to Fars province.
(2026-05-01). Kurdish militant says Turkey stalled peace talks over reforms. newarab.com 
A peace initiative to end He and another officials with the group accused Ankara of failing to enact legal and political reforms needed to move the process forward, contradicting recent optimistic statements by Murat…
(2026-05-01). Plane crash in US state of Texas kills all 5 on board. scmp.com A small plane crashed in Texas Hill Country, killing all five people aboard, officials said on Friday. | The crash happened on Thursday night in Wimberley, a city about 40 miles (65km) southwest of Austin, Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra said on social media. | The Federal Aviation Administration said the Cessna 421C crashed around 11.25pm with five people on board. It said the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the crash.
(2026-05-01). The Sociology of Disobedience: Rejecting Revered Elders for Algorithmic Aldermen. ummid.com We simply cannot afford to replace our revered elders with AI-driven chatbots.
(2026-05-01). Protesting U of Washington's firing of Prof. Aria Fani as Middle East Center Director. juancole.com — | Letter to the University of Washington regarding the termination of Professor Aria Fani as director of the Middle East Center: | Robert J. Jones | President, University of Washington | president@uw.edu | Tricia Serio | Provost and Executive Vice President…
(2026-05-01). 'Devastated': Lankenau slated for closure after tense Philadelphia school board vote. 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?
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(2026-05-01). Zambia: Summit on Human Rights, Technology Effectively Canceled. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema speaks at a high-level meeting in Angola, December 4, 2024. | © 2024 Ben Curtis/AP Photo | (Johannesburg) — The Zambian government's decision to postpone RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, raises concerns about the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly and about possible Chinese government interference, Human Rights Watch said today. The 14th edition of RightsCon was scheduled to be held in Lusaka, Zambia's capital, from May 5 to 8, 2026.In an April 29 statement, the Zambian government said that…
(2026-05-01). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-01). Erika Kirk Cries 'Whiteface' Over Druski Skit. Internet Can't Get Past Her Outfit. newsone.com 
Source: Win McNamee / Getty | During her appearance on the show, the Turning Point CEO, who took over the conservative think tank shortly after her husband Charlie was brutally murdered last September, noted that comedians are…
(2026-05-01). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-01). Thousands Expected To Attend May Day Protests Across US. newsone.com 
(2026-05-01). Wild Horizon festival plants a flag for circus performance in Philadelphia. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? If you've ever wanted to run away and join the circus, Cherry Street Pier can give you a taste of what that might be like this weekend. | Wild Horizon is a free, two-day festival of circus and play, ranging from performances involving circus physicality to workshops giving audience members a chance to learn basic circus skills. | "There are also performative interactive experiences that are not quite a workshop and not quite a performance but invite you to play along," said…
(2026-05-01). New Nuclear Bunker Buster Bomb Plans Revealed. twz.com 
(2026-05-01). Chinese naval, air forces patrol Huangyan Dao. ecns.cn Naval and air units of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command (STC) on Thursday conducted combat readiness patrols in the territorial sea and airspace of China's Huangyan Dao and its surrounding areas.
(2026-05-01). Endangered Mexican Wolf Crosses From New Mexico Into Chihuahua. indybay.org Border Wall Construction Could Sever Link Between Populations…
(2026-05-01). Ashes of Lungrik Namgyal interred in a stupa of Sichuan's Daocheng. ecns.cn The ashes of Lungrik Namgyal, a respected Tibetan Buddhist leader, were returned from France to Daocheng County in Sichuan Province and interred in a stupa on April 19, 2026, in accordance with Tibetan Buddhist rituals.
(2026-05-01). King Charles wins praise for deft handling of Trump on US state visit. scmp.com US President Donald Trump sang the praises of King Charles after the latter's state visit this week. He even lifted some tariffs on Scotch whisky as a favour to the British monarch. | The king delivered a diplomatic masterclass on the trip, mixing praise for his host with subtle criticism. It's unclear, though, whether it will make a major difference to a transatlantic relationship troubled by divisions over issues including the Iran war.
(2026-05-01). Pakistan's successful US-Iran mediation reflects South Asia rise. newarab.com 
The extension of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, reached on 8 April 2026 through Pakistani This is unfolding against a growing overlap between the two regions, particularly in the security and defence spheres and underscores ongoing reconfiguration of regional roles. At the s…
(2026-05-01). Trump to put 25% tariffs on EU cars, says bloc not complying with trade deal. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he would increase the tariffs charged on cars and trucks from the European Union next week to 25 per cent, a move that could jolt the world economy at a fragile moment. | Trump said in…
(2026-05-01). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Grilled By Congress As Iran War Drags On. newsone.com 
(2026-05-01). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-01). Repairing the roots of moral injury. whyy.org Psychologist Michael Valdovinos felt the pain of moral injury when serving in Afghanistan. His book is Moral Injuries: When Good Conscience Suffers in a World of Hurt | An Afghan family walks past a U.S. Army soldier in the town of Senjaray. (AP/Shamil Zhumatov)…
(2001-05-26). FIFA to review ticket strategy. tribune.com.pk 
FIFA said Thursday it will review its ticketing strategy for the 2030 World Cup following anger over skyrocketing prices for the 2026 finals in Canada, Mexico and the United States. | Speaking to reporters after the conclusion of the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, secretary-general Mattias Grafstrom said high ticket prices for this year's tournament reflected "the reality of the market in North America." | "I will always have understanding for fans and their opinions, but I think there are quite a wide array of ticket prices ⚪ some are cheap, some are more expensive," he said. | "But of course, you know, we list…
(2026-05-01). Israeli general says 'Jewish terrorism' risks West Bank uprising. newarab.com 
A top Israeli general has warned that Major General Avi Bluth, head of the Israeli military's Central Command, described the phenomenon as "Jewish terrorism" and cautioned that continued attacks are inflaming tensions. | "It's quite a miracle the Palestinian public is still indifferent… but it won't remain indifferent forever," he was quoted as saying in a closed forum by Haaretz | Bluth also menti…
(2026-05-01). Axe Drax activists hunt down Drax executives after they dodged AGM. thecanary.co 
At 9am on 30 April, over 20 activists from Axe Drax hunted down Drax's executives to their central London office after they refused to turn up to their own AGM. The activists vaulted the building's barriers and stormed the third floor offices, unfurling banners reading 'Drax Kills', 'Drax is Toxic' and 'Go Breathe Poison, Willard' […] | By
(2026-05-01). Plane crash in US Texas state kills all 5 on board. scmp.com A small plane crashed in Texas Hill Country, killing all five people aboard, officials said on Friday. | The crash happened on Thursday night in Wimberley, a city about 40 miles (65km) southwest of Austin, Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra said on social media. | The Federal Aviation Administration said the Cessna 421C crashed around 11.25pm with five people on board. It said the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the crash.
(2026-05-01). Iran Ceasefire Means Trump Needs No Congressional Approval To Continue War: White House. twz.com 
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(2026-05-01). Moroccan-Italian singer NABD steps into his own direction. newarab.com 
When independent Moroccan-Italian singer-songwriter Abderrahman, known as "I was raised hearing my mom singing all over the house," he tells The New Arab, adding that this "helped shape a big vocal range" and gave him "a close relationship with classical Arabic music." | From that early home environment, NABD moved into more formal musical training as a child. He explains that he joined a choir when he was around ten years old and stayed until he was 16, performing classical Ar…
(2026-05-01). CARTOONS: Mark timing is off. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-01). Vice-presidency for science details supports to bolster bio-tech sector. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy has elaborated on the measures that would contribute to the advancement of the biotechnology sector and the development of health technologies in the country.
(2026-05-01). Xi extends greetings to working people nationwide ahead of Int'l Workers' Day. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended festive greetings and best wishes to the country's working people ahead of the International Workers' Day, which falls on May 1.
(2026-05-01). Labour 'running fake independent candidates to split Tameside vote'. thecanary.co 
The Labour party in Tameside, Greater Manchester, has been accused by opponents of introducing fake 'independent' candidates in this month's local elections. The veracity of these single-source claims could not be confirmed at the time of writing. However, if proven to be true, the scheme seems intent on splitting the vote of former Labour supporters. […] | By
(2026-05-01). Palestinian FA chief blasts Israeli VP at FIFA Congress. newarab.com 
Palestinian soccer federation Both men were called to the stand by Infantino put his hand on Rajoub's arm and invited him with a gesture to come closer to Suliman, but…
(2026-05-01). South Africa's ruling class incites pogroms against migrants. wsws.org This scapegoating must be understood in the context of the social order the ANC has presided over since 1994. While the legal framework of apartheid was dismantled, the underlying class structures have been preserved.
(2026-05-01). 94.5% Pass Goa SSC 2026 Exam – Check Result Here. ummid.com Goa 10th Result 2026: The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) has declared the results of the GBSHSE Class 10 or SSC 2026 examinations on its official as well as associate websites today i.e. Sunday April 26, 2026.
(2026-05-01). China allocates $12.6 billion more for equipment upgrades, nears annual target. ecns.cn China has allocated 91.5 billion yuan ($12.6 billion) in a second batch of funding this year to support equipment upgrades, bringing the total to 185.1 billion yuan, or 92% of its annual target, the country's top economic planner said.
(2026-05-01). 'Nigel Farage Is the Architect of the UK's Decline and It's Time for the Rest of Us to Rebuild Our Home in Europe'. bylinetimes.com There is a particular kind of audacity required to spend decades dismantling something, then point to the rubble and declare it someone else's fault. Nigel Farage has that audacity in spades. He has built an entire political career on it. | Nearly 10 years have passed since the referendum that he claims as his great triumph. The sunlit uplands he promised from the bonfire of red tape, the booming trade deals, to the £350 million a week for the NHS, have not merely failed to materialise. They have been exposed, comprehensively and painfully, as the fabrications they always were. And yet here he sits in Pa…
(2026-05-01). AI token biz highlighted for Guizhou's development. ecns.cn As tokens emerge as a key resource in the artificial intelligence era, Guizhou province in Southwest China is stepping up efforts to tap into the emerging business by leveraging its strengths in computing power, data resources and application scenarios.
(2026-05-01). Labor Notes Tops Purging Militant Teamster Trade Unionists to Help IBT President Sean. indybay.org Labor Notes bureaucrats who like to talk about "democracy" are purging opponents of fascist supporter IBT president Sean O'Brien from coming to the Labor Notes convention in June. The TDU and Ken Paff who is part of the leadership of LN invited Sean O'Brien to the last convention and supported his endorsement by the Teamsters For A Democratic Union. Supporting a fascist to your convention has nothing to do with building a democratic labor movement.
(2026-05-01). 115 Senedd candidates 'Pledge for Palestine' including backing BDS call. thecanary.co 
More than 100 candidates standing in next week's election for the Senedd have made the Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC)'s "Pledge for Palestine", which includes supporting the Palestinian-led call for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions on Israel. A total of 115 candidates have so far signed the pledge, representing a wide range of political parties, including 46 […] | By
(2026-05-01). Trump's security team's 'blunder' on cam: gunman speeds through checkpoint as agents watch. hindustantimes.com New Justice Department footage shows Cole Tomas Allen, the accused White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter, sprinting through a security checkpoint in a long dark coat concealing a 12‚Äëgauge shotgun. Nearly a dozen agents react as shots ring out at Trump's gala, raising sharp questions over how the breach happened.
(2026-05-01). Iran war hampering aid to refugees as costs soar, UN warns. newarab.com 
The cost of sending some aid to Sudan – Heightened insecurity around key Gulf shipping routes, including the
(2026-05-01). 85.25% Pass Andhra Pradesh SSC 2026 Board Exam. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh registered an overall pass percentage of 85.25% in SSC Matric Class 10 board exam 2026 the result of which was announced by the Directorate of Government Examinations in association with Board of Secondary Education Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP) today i.e. Thursday April 30, 2026.
(2026-05-01). Is the DNC Giving Kamala Harris a Boost for 2028? indybay.org Deep-sixing actual history of the 2024 election…
(2026-05-01). Netanyahu posts AI video of political rivals turning into Arabs. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister The video shows former prime ministers Naftali Bennet and Yair Lapid sharing a…
(2026-05-01). Absent reforms, unfreezing Libyan Investment Authority is risky. newarab.com 
(2026-05-01). Musk Warns of Killer AI — While He and the Rest of Silicon Valley Cash In on AI That Kills. theintercept.com 
In his lawsuit against OpenAI, Elon Musk evoked a "Terminator" scenario. He said nothing about the people AI is already killing.
(2026-05-01). Energy costs fuel inflation worries in Southeast Asia. ecns.cn The global oil crisis triggered by Middle East tensions has sparked inflationary alarms across Southeast Asia, with the poorest households among the most vulnerable, experts say.
(2026-05-01). Man in Xiamen undergoes five surgeries in five days. ecns.cn A man in Xiamen, Fujian province, underwent five surgeries in five days during a short leave, sparking online discussion.
(2026-05-01). US sends 30 planeloads of military equipment to Middle East. newarab.com 
Israel received 6,500 tons of The shipments, which included thousands of ground and air munitions, light armoured utility vehicles, and military trucks, arrived via two cargo ships and several planes. | The equipment was dispersed to various military bases across Israel after its arrival, according to Israeli media. | Amir Baram, Director-General of the Ministry of Defence, said Israel's procurem…
(2026-05-01). US Navy turns to AI firm for options to counter Iranian mines. newarab.com 
(2026-05-01). Workers Memorial Day: Remember the Dead, Fight for the Living! Defend Injured Workers. indybay.org On April 2028, Workers Memorial Day a national panel was held to report the attack on health and safety for working people and also the destruction of health and safety protections. They also discussed the capture of government regulatory agencies.
(2026-05-01). Oscar goes missing after director forced to check it on flight: 'could be used as weapon'. scmp.com After being forced to check his Academy Award on a transatlantic flight, recent winner Pavel Talankin's Oscar went missing before an airline tracked it down two days later. | Talankin, who co-directed the best documentary winner Mr Nobody Against Putin, did not expect to have to check his statuette for a flight from New York's John F. Kennedy Airport bound for Frankfurt, Germany, on Wednesday. | But a Transportation Security Administration agent said it could not go on board.
(2026-05-01). Manipur Violence And A Nation's Fading Attention. ummid.com Manipur does not need occasional outrage, it needs sustained attention, accountability, and action.
(2026-05-01). Advocates urge CA to oppose Baby stop expediting oil permits. indybay.org California oil and gas regulators have approved 254 new oil drilling permits in Kern County this year to date, more drilling permits than all of those approved in the last 3 years combined.
(2026-05-01). Wall Street rises towards more records as oil prices slip. scmp.com The US stock market is rising towards more records on Friday after Apple, Estee Lauder and other big companies became the latest to deliver fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected. Modest dips for oil prices also helped to steady the relatively few stock markets open worldwide on the May Day holiday. | The S&P 500 rose 0.6 per cent and added to its all-time high set the day before. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 226 points, or 0.5 per cent, as of 9.35am Eastern…
(2026-05-01). DSV in Potsdam, Germany targeted by Palestine Action Global. thecanary.co 
DSV's depot in Potsdam, Germany recently became the latest site to be targeted by Palestine Action's global campaign. Actionists sent a clear message to DSV by smashing windows and using red paint to call on the company to "drop Elbit". This comes just days after Palestine Action Éire hit DSV and a previous coordinated action […] | By
(2026-05-01). Israel's death penalty law perpetuates racial discrimination: UN watchdog. newarab.com 
The law amounts to a grave erosion of human rights, the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination said in a statement. | Under the new law, passed by the Israeli parliament i…
(2026-05-01). How property managers can prevent pest problems in short stay rentals. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-01). Planning for Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony. indybay.org Leidesdorff served as U.S. Vice Consul to Mexican California, documented the Bear Flag Revolt, and played a key role in the transition of California during the U.S.—Mexican War. As a businessman, he established major commercial ties across the Pacific Rim and captained the Sitka, the first steamship to navigate the Sacramento River—an achievement memorialized on the California State Seal.
(2026-05-01). The Blasphemous Motives Behind Trump's Unholy War on the Pope. bylinetimes.com Has US President Donald Trump forgotten just who is buttering his bread? That is the question that the recent trifecta of religiously-themed Trump controversies is bound to raise. | The fight with the Pope,
(2026-05-01). 5 Black Designers to Watch Out For at the 2026 Met Gala. capitalbnews.org 
Black designers helped shape one of fashion's biggest nights last year, but will their creations get the same red carpet treatment again? The highly anticipated 2026 Met Gala takes place May 4 and is co-chaired by iconic Black women such as Beyoncé and Venus Williams. Misty Copeland, Doja Cat, Teyana Taylor, A'ja Wilson, and Angela …
(2026-05-01). Claim: Extreme Heat is Responsible for More than Half of Aussie Natural Hazard Deaths. wattsupwiththat.com But more people still die in winter.
(2026-05-01). Xi stresses advancing basic research to solidify foundation for building China's strength in science, technology. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday urged greater efforts and more concrete measures to strengthen basic research, enhance China's capacity for original innovation, and further solidify the foundation for building the country's strength in science and technology.
(2026-05-01). The failure of Reserve Bank independence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-01). KCET 2026 Answer Key Released, What Next? ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the Provisional Answer Key of UGCET 2026, also known as KCET 2026, on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in'.
(2026-05-01). Senate Democrats voice support for major surge in military spending at Hegseth briefing. wsws.org Leading Senate Democrats called Thursday for a major expansion of US military spending at the testimony by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who was briefing the Senate Armed Services Committee on the Trump administration's plans to massively increase military spending.
(2026-05-01). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-01). So Golders Green attack not terrorism, but Starmer still raised 'terror alert'. thecanary.co 
The Golders Green attacker Essa Suleiman has been charged with attempted murder and not terrorism. London's Metropolitan Police charge Essa Suleiman with attempted murder after a stabbing attack in Golders Green. The incident follows the antisemitic attack that raised Britain's terrorism threat level.t.co/cKx923lIHw — The Jerusalem Post (@Jerusalem_Post) May 1, 2026 Rightly so, since Suleiman […] | By
(2026-05-01). OFSS Bihar 1st Merit List 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is releasing, the OFSS Inter First Merit List 2026, also called as OFSS 1st Selection List 2026, of the students who have registered for admission in Class 11 (Intermediate) through Online Facilitation System for Students website www.ofssbihar.info.
(2026-05-01). Maharashtra HSC Result 2026: DigiLocker Status Sparks Buzz. ummid.com Maharashtra HSC Result 2026: The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is releasing HSC or Class 12th result on the state board's official website 'mahresult.nic.in'.
(2026-05-01). Realty mkt sees broad rebound. ecns.cn Driven by growth in its four largest cities, home purchases in China gained traction nationwide in March, leading to rising confidence among experts about the housing performance during the upcoming May Day holiday, which is deemed vital to the overall stabilization of the real estate market.
(2026-05-01). Nazi salutes thrown by Reform supporters at Polanski's Hastings rally. thecanary.co 
According to the grassroots community organisation — Hastings and Bexhill Stand Up to Racism (SUTR) — a small group of Reform supporters rocked up to a Green Party rally led by Zack Polanski on 30 April in Hastings to stir trouble. One of them performed three Nazi salutes while others did nothing to stop him. […] | By
(2026-05-01). Data integrity in the age of AI: Ensuring accuracy when information is everywhere. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-01). White House says Iran war as war powers deadline arrives. al-monitor.com By Patricia Zengerle and Bo EricksonWASHINGTON, May 1 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump's administration argued that a ceasefire with Tehran had "terminated" hostilities as a legal deadline arrived on Friday for coming to Congress about the two-month Iran war.Under the 1973 War Powers Resolution, the president can wage military action for only 60 days before ending it, asking Congress for authorization or seeking a 30-day extension due to "unavoidable military necessity regarding the safety of United States Armed Forces" while withdrawing forces.
(2026-05-01). US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for 2,800 Yemeni nationals. al-monitor.com By Nate RaymondMay 1 (Reuters) – A federal judge on Friday blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from moving ahead next week with plans to end temporary legal protections that have allowed more than 2,800 people from Yemen to live and work in the United States.U.S. District Judge Dale Ho in Manhattan issued the order at the behest of a group of Yemeni nationals who had sued over the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's decision to strip them effective Monday of the Temporary Protected Status, or TPS, they were previously granted.
(2026-05-01). Generation Jihad Can Fortress Bamako Hold? longwarjournal.org Across Mali, jihadis are seizing territory, encircling the capital, and pushing a fragile regime toward collapse. Backed by a sprawling network and in an effort years in the making, Al Qaeda's Sahel affiliate has launched its most ambitious offensive yet—one that could redraw the map of West Africa. Bill Roggio and Caleb Weiss unpack what's going on.
(2026-05-01). 100,000+ Students to Walk Out Alongside Workers in Largest One-Day Strike in Over 80 Years. commondreams.org Today, more than 100,000 students across the country are walking out of their classrooms as part of the largest one-day student strike in over 80 years, joined by coordinated Sunrise Movement actions and community mobilizations nationwide, from Minneapolis to New York City. | Students are participating in school walkouts while community members organize alongside them in a coordinated effort to interrupt normal operations across schools and local economies. Over a dozen schools have already cancelled classes in anticipation of widespread absences. | Across the country, the school walkouts and actions reflect a…
(2026-05-01). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(2026-05-01). Facing 60-day deadline, Trump administration claims Iran war 'terminated'. scmp.com The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval. | The statement furthers an argument laid out by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth during testimony in the Senate earlier Thursday, when he said the ceasefire effectively paused the war. Under that rationale, the administration has not yet met the requirement mandated by a…
(2026-05-01). Israeli police arrest man suspected of attacking nun near Jerusalem's Old City. newarab.com 
Israeli police said Friday that they arrested a 36-year-old Police said the unnamed man was arrested after the attack Wednesday near David's Tomb — a holy site outside Zion's Gate on the southern side of the Old City — "on suspicion of a racially motivated attack," and remained in custody. | Police video showed the nun bruised and the attacker wearing tzitzit, a fringed undergarment worn by some observant Jewish men. | "A 48-year…
(2026-05-01). German government passes war budget, agrees sharp attacks on healthcare. wsws.org The cabinet has decided to massively increase military spending and correspondingly slash social spending. One "reform" will deliver a death blow to healthcare in its current form.
(2026-05-01). Xi'an showcases smart city governance model. ecns.cn Mayors and government officials representing seven countries shared insights on digitalization and efficiency in modern city governance at the recently concluded 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Xi'an, Shaanxi province.
(2026-05-01). Turkish police fire tear gas, arrest dozens at May Day rallies. newarab.com 
Turkish police on Friday fired tear gas and According to the CHD Lawyers Association, nearly 200 people were arrested in Istanbul, where police fired tear gas from riot-control vehicles into the crowd, AFP journalists observed. | Images aired on the opposition channel HALK TV also showed the president of the Turkish Workers' Party, "Those…
(2026-05-01). The Dark Side of the Data Center Boom. scheerpost.com The data centers popping up across the South and Midwest don't just pollute and raise utility bills — they keep Americans hooked on wars for oil. Melissa Garriga OtherWords Across the country, resistance to data centers is rising even as plans are steadily being made to build new ones. According to the Pew Research Center, a …
(2026-05-01). FBI Redirected a Quarter of Staff to Target Immigrants Under Trump's Deportation Push. theintercept.com 
Over 9,000 FBI personnel were assigned to immigration after Trump returned to office — a massive diversion that experts warn could put national security at risk.
(2026-05-01). New Banksy sculpture appears to show politician blinded by his own flag. aljazeera.com Banksy has unveiled a new sculpture of a man stepping off a stone base with his face obscured by a flag.
(2026-05-01). Iran beach soccer has quality players: Ali Naderi. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Ali Naderi, head coach of Iran's national beach soccer team, praised his players' outstanding performance after securing victory at the Asian Beach Games.
(2026-05-01). Reclusive Turkmenistan shows signs of cautiously opening up. al-monitor.com By Felix LightASHGABAT, May 2 (Reuters) – From a brightly lit, open-plan office Azat Seyitmuhammedov runs an e-commerce startup, Wabrum, that he founded almost a decade ago.In Berlin or San Francisco, this would be an everyday scene, but here in the capital of Turkmenistan, which is widely seen as one of the world's most isolated and secretive countries, his business appears pretty ground-breaking.
(2026-05-01). Mali: a new front in the Western war on multipolarism. strategic-culture.su The firm defense of Mali this week indicates that Western intrigue will fail. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | An audacious cou…
(2026-05-01). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-01). to whitewash fascism and Palestinian soccer chief hits out at Israeli delegate at FIFA Congress. haaretz.com Palestinian FA chief Jibril Rajoub rejects FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attempt to broker a handshake with Arab-Israeli official at congress – amid ongoing dispute over West Bank settlement clubs…
(2026-05-01). China's manufacturing rise is here to stay. The West must recalibrate. scmp.com If the "China shock" of the early 2000s was about China catching up, then "China shock 2.0" is about the country redefining the boundaries of what is economically possible across manufacturing sectors, according to Columbia University professor Adam Tooze. | Amid complaints about the trade and industrial policies accelerating China's rise in many sectors — including aviation, space, artificial intelligence (AI), telecoms, microprocessors, robotics, nuclear and fusion power, quantum computing,…
(2026-05-01). Reasons to be cheerful: The rise of the resistance. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: May Day Action at Oakland Airport – Stop Fedex from Shipping Killer Cargo to Israel. indybay.org ILUW Local 6 | 99 Hegenberger Rd | Oakland | Oakland Airport…
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/9: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: The Pacific Circuit. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-05-01). Saudi Arabia, Türkiye working to revive Ottoman-era Hejaz Railway. ummid.com Saudi Arabia and Türkiye are working on a project that will not only connect the two countries via high speed Railway network but will also revive the Ottoman-era Hejaz railway-line that once aimed to link Istanbul to the holy cities Makkah and Madinah.
(2026-05-01). Rescue orgs will adopt out more than 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms breeding facility. indybay.org Animal rescue groups have purchased more than 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms, a massive Wisconsin-based facility that breeds the dogs for scientific research.
(2026-05-01). Starbucks Workers United: Madison Strike On MAY 1 (May Day) May 2, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-01). 2026 State Polls: Frenzied voting in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal 1st Phase. ummid.com Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Thursday April 23, 2026 registered record voter-turnouts amidst the heavy deployment of security personnel in both the states.
(2026-05-01). The Great Indian Turncoat Bazaar. ummid.com Raghav Chadha's exit from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is neither shocking nor exceptional, it is entirely in keeping with the grammar of our times.
(2026-05-01). American Press Freedom on the Brink. scheerpost.com Clayton Weimers for Project Censored As World Press Freedom Day (May 3) nears, it's a good time to step back and assess how journalists and news outlets are faring in our current media climate. President Donald Trump came back to the White House and picked up right where he left off, insulting and attacking the …
(2026-05-01). UN Resident Coordinator in Cuba: We need fuel now to save lives. radiohc.cu With the U.S. embargo that has cut off oil supplies to Cuba, the healthcare system is severely affected, access to drinking water has been lost, and babies are at risk, wrote Francisco Piñón, the United Nations Resident Coordinator on the island, in The Guardian on Thursday. | Piñón, whose work is closely tied to the daily realities in the Caribbean country and to the coordination and implementation of humanitarian and development projects in that context, warns that "after several months of a profound energy crisis in Cuba, the consequences are no longer abstract: they are becoming evident in the rhythm of daily…
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/2: San José…Billionaires ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd | San José, CA 95117…
(2026-05-01). Suspense thriller emerges as May Day box-office contender. ecns.cn As the May Day holiday approaches, the suspense thriller Vanishing Point is already generating buzz, rising to become the second-highest-grossing film on the country's box-office presale charts for May 1, just behind Hong Kong tentpole Cold War 1994.
(2026-05-01). 2027 World Cup Qualifiers: Iran basketball team fixtures confirmed. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – FIBA has announced the schedule for Iran's national team in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers.
(2026-05-01). 2026 West Bengal Elections End With Poll PC Highest Since Independence. ummid.com Polling for the second phase of 2026 Assembly Elections in West Bengal Wednesday April 29, 2026 ended amid heavy deployment of security personnel, including NIA sleuths.
(2026-05-01). EU trade deal with South America's Mercosur bloc takes provisional effect. aljazeera.com The long-awaited deal creates one of the world's largest free trade areas with 720m potential consumers.
(2026-05-01). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-01). ISC 12th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class XII (Class 12th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-01). Howe says Saudi owners' desire for success at Newcastle remains unchanged. aljazeera.com PIF said on Thursday that it would cut funding of LIV Golf at end of 2026 season.
(2026-05-01). Speech of Vatan Party at the founding congress of SOVINTERN. unitedworldint.com 
Speech held by Secretary General of the Vatan Party, àñzgàºr Bursalƒ±, in Moscow, Russia. From 25 to 29 April 2026, the first international forum of SOVINTERN was held in Moscow under the leadership of the A Just Russia Party, with the participation of numerous partner parties and organizations. Bringing together more than 200 participants representing …
(2026-05-01). Greek Orthodox Church sounds alarm over attacks on Christians in Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Warning follows Jewish man's arrest over brutal attack on nun in Jerusalem this week.
(2026-05-01). Iran's export of technical-engineering services rises 140% in a year. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The deputy for international business development at Iran's Trade Promotion Organization announced 140 percent growth in the export of engineering and technical services in the past Iranian calendar year 1404 (ended on March 20).
(2026-05-01). Democracy's Creed: Inspiring Words, Silenced Voices. fairobserver.com When citing famous historical quotes that have had a deep influence on the way we all think about democratic institutions as well as democracy itself, it may sound like captious quibbling to point to a problem with the use of prepositions. Who hasn't been inspired by US President Abraham Lincoln's elegant assessment of democracy in…
(2026-05-01). More Details Emerge of Trump's Secret Use of ICE to Spy on Critics. scheerpost.com Privacy groups are pushing Big Tech to notify users about federal surveillance after anonymous ICE critics were exposed.By Mike Ludwig This article was originally published by Truthout Privacy groups are pushing Big Tech to notify users about federal surveillance after anonymous ICE critics were exposed. Lawmakers and privacy advocates are demanding answers from the Trump …
(2026-05-01). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-01). Suspect involved in cross-border cyber gambling extradited to China from Thailand. ecns.cn A key suspect involved in a major cross-border cyber gambling case has been extradited from Thailand to China with support from Thai authorities, Tianjin public security authorities announced Thursday.
(2026-05-01). Monday 5/18: Leidesdorff Wreath Laying Ceremony Mission Delores Basilica. indybay.org Mission Delores Basilica | 3321 16th Street | San Francisco, CA 94114…
(2026-05-01). House Speaker Mike Johnson Is Having A Rough Go Of It Amid GOP Collapse. newsone.com 
Source: Graeme Sloan / Getty | It's bad enough that the Republican Party is hanging on for dear life to a razor-thin majority in the House of Representatives that most political experts believe will dissolve come the midterm elections, but it turns out it might be even worse than that for the MAGA-fied GOP, because House Republicans don't even seem to like each other all that much, and many of them aren't too thrilled with their House majority speaker, Rep. Mike Johnson. | On Thursday, the House voted to reopen most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending the longest agency shutdown in U.S. history, acc…
(2026-05-01). US' Hormuz coalition not competing with France-UK bid: French FM. newarab.com 
France's top diplomat on Friday said a new US-led coalition to reopen the Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, speaking in Abu Dhabi following a regional tour, said he briefed Gulf allies on the UK-France initiative which was now at an "advanced" stage. | On Thursday, a US official confirmed to AFP that Washington was launching an international coalition dubbed the "Maritime Freedom Construct" to restart shipping in the vital route. | The strait, which…
(2026-05-01). CBSE Class 12 Result 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is releasing on its official website 'cbseresults.nic.in' the result of Class 12th (Class XIIth) 2026 board exams.
(2026-05-01). Staged? Why Conspiracy Theories Are Stupid, but Also Bad Politics. fairobserver.com Within minutes of the shots fired near the security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCD) dinner on April 25, social media had already delivered its verdict: "STAGED." Never mind that the suspect, 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, was detained at the scene, heavily armed, after sprinting past a magnetometer and firing at least one…
(2026-05-01). Key deadline looms in US-Iran war as conflict drags on. newarab.com 
(2026-05-01). Independents 'making breakthrough' in Ealing as Labour support tanks. thecanary.co 
Independents in the London borough of Ealing have been "making a breakthrough" as support for the Labour Party there is tanking. Labour currently dominates in Ealing, but Ealing Community Independents (ECI) leader, Craig Smith, told the Canary: The number of people who are willing to admit on the doorstep that they're voting Labour is breathtakingly low. […] | By
(2026-05-01). Can a carbon price lower power bills? Virginia is betting yes. grist.org 
(2026-05-01). Motorcycle rally held in Iran to protest damage to cultural heritage sites. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A two-day motorcycle rally was launched in Iran on Thursday to protest damage to historical sites during recent military strikes, with participants set to gather at Falak-ol-Aflak Castle, a landmark reported to have been affected.
(2026-05-01). Exaggerated Claims about Latino Migration to US by White Nationalists. orinocotribune.com 
(2026-05-01). Germany's Morenoite RIO joins Left Party in support of war, attacks on the working class. wsws.org The integration of the RIO Morenoites into the Left Party marks a further political shift to the right by this pseudo-left tendency, which can only be understood in the context of the current crisis of capitalism.
(2026-05-01). For Decades, Trans People Have Helped Lead the Fight Against Sexual Violence. scheerpost.com Today, trans and gender-nonconforming survivors continue a legacy of resistance that goes back longer than we may know. By Gabriel Arkles This article was originally published by Truthout Today, trans and gender-nonconforming survivors continue a legacy of resistance that goes back longer than we may know. Over the past year, we have seen the Trump …
(2026-05-01). New Banksy statue of man blinded by flag draws crowds in London. scmp.com Elusive street artist Banksy on Thursday confirmed he was behind a new work drawing crowds in central London: a statue of a suited man striding into the void while holding a flag that blocks his view. | The monument, which has Banksy's name scrawled on the base, first appeared on Wednesday just off the central street of Pall Mall.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: Workers Day March Palo Alto. indybay.org Start in front of Tesla showroom in Stanford Shopping Center | Enter mall via Plum Lane and location is straight ahead next to Sephora | We start marching through the mall shortly after gathering at 5pm…
(2026-05-01). Iraq starts work on Basra-Haditha oil pipeline: state media. newarab.com 
About $1.5 billion has been allocated for the project, although its pace will depend on securing further budget allocations, the ministry said. | The 700-kilometre (435-mile) pipeline will transport crude for…
(2026-05-01). Dems Refuse to Release 2024 Autopsy Report, Hear Ken Martin's Lame Excuse. progressivehub.net ROBBY SOAVE | THE HILL…
(2026-05-01). Protecting the Persian Gulf is a shared responsibility that transcends political boundaries. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — April 30 is celebrated in Iran every year as the Persian Gulf National Day to raise awareness about its precious environmental characteristics and unique biodiversity.
(2026-05-01). Soccer-Iran FA president says he was allowed to enter Canada but chose to turn back. al-monitor.com May 1 (Reuters) – Iranian soccer federation president Mehdi Taj said Canadian officials cleared him to enter the country for the FIFA Congress, but Iran's delegation chose to turn back after being held for three hours and questioned at a Toronto airport, Iranian media reported on Friday. Taj, a former member of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), said he was questioned by Canadian immigration about his ties to the group, but was ultimately allowed into the country for the pre-World Cup gathering in Vancouver.
(2026-05-01). The Regressive Ideologies Behind the 'Baby Bust' Panic. fair.org 
(2026-05-01). White House Claims Ceasefire Means No Congressional Approval Needed For Iran War… Yet. twz.com The
(2026-05-01). Beijing backs Cuba, Brazil slams BYD slave labour conditions: Latin America relations reads. scmp.com We have selected six of the most interesting and important news stories covering Latin American relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Chile exposes smuggling ring that shipped US$917m in stolen copper to China…
(2026-05-01). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-01). Why governments beyond Hong Kong are wary of prediction markets. scmp.com After winning legislative backing for the Hong Kong Jockey Club to offer basketball betting — an initiative aimed at drawing punters away from illegal online bookmakers and capturing additional tax revenue — the government has now paused the roll-out. | Officials say the rise of prediction markets has altered the landscape and warrants closer examination. So, what is it about prediction markets that unsettles officials?
(2026-05-01). Why China's NEV Export Boom Is About More Than Just Scale: Driving Global Growth. unitedworldint.com As the world is rushing towards carbon neutrality and embracing electrification of transportation, China's NEV industry is no longer a follower but a pioneer. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer China's abrupt emergence as a global player in new energy vehicle (NEV) exports is one of the most dramatic trends in the automobile industry today. No longer …
(2026-05-01). SFSU Students Walk Out Against Faculty Cutbacks &AI Deals With Anthropic:Defend Our School. indybay.org Students, staff and faculty walked out at SFSU to protest the cutbacks of adjunct faculty and elimination of many classes. Also UAW 4123 joined the protest.
(2026-05-01). TPS Holders Fear SCOTUS Ruling Could Send Them Back to Harm's Way. truthout.org The Supreme Court heard oral arguments this week on President Trump's push to strip temporary protected status from 350,000 Haitians and 6,100 Syrians living in the United States. The TPS program grants protection from deportation and work authorization to immigrants whose home countries are deemed unsafe to return to, most often because of war or natural disaster. The case could ultimately have… |
(2026-05-01). Malegaon battles severe heat waves. ummid.com Malegaon, one of the largest textile clusters in India, is battling intense heat waves since the last eight days with the maximum temperature reaching as high as 44 degrees.
(2026-05-01). An HBCU Canceled Its MAGA Commencement Speaker, Now Republicans Want to Defund It. capitalbnews.org 
Less than two weeks before graduation day, students at South Carolina State University learned that a MAGA-supporting politician had been invited to speak at their upcoming commencement ceremony. The students wasted no time in taking their grievances about South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette to the school's president and provost. Three days after the news …
(2026-05-01). 'Workplace childhood friends' redefine loyalty. ecns.cn In China's increasingly high-pressure labor market, a new sociological term is gaining traction among Gen Z and millennial professionals: "first-job colleagues", or more colloquially, "workplace childhood friends".
(2026-05-01). The 'Heated Rhetoric' That Doesn't Make CNN's Bash Think Twice. fair.org 
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(2026-05-01). New mutual aid eldercare plan unveiled. ecns.cn China has unveiled a national plan to promote mutual aid eldercare services, part of broader efforts to respond to its rapidly aging population and improve community-based care.
(2026-05-01). King Charles' gift amuses Chinese, anti-spy agency makes allegation: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. US economic gap over China to widen, but Iran might bring them closer: former UN official…
(2026-05-01). Israeli forces assault Palestinian child with Down syndrome. newarab.com 
(2026-05-01). Crash site of US aircraft in Dasht-e Mahyar registered as national heritage. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Ministry of Cultural Heritage announced that the site where US aircraft were shot down in the Dasht-e Mahyar area has been officially registered on Iran's National Heritage List of Sacred Defense sites.
(2026-05-01). Top CEO pay increased 20 times faster than workers' pay in 2025. commondreams.org Global real worker pay fell 12 percent while real CEO pay surged 54 percent between 2019 and 2025.At least four CEOs of major corporations each pocketed over $100 million in pay and bonuses last year. Broadcom CEO Hock Tan led the pack at over $205 million. Billionaires were paid $2,500 per second in dividends in 2025.The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and Oxfam are calling for urgent action to rein in extreme wealth, including higher, fairer taxes on the richest and binding limits on CEO pay.Chief executives of the world's largest corporations enjoyed a 11 percent real-terms pay hike last year…
(2026-05-01). Shrimp production rises 37% in a year. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The Director General of the Shrimp and Brackish Water Aquaculture Office of Iran's Fishery Organization has announced a 37-percent increase in shrimp production in the past Iranian calendar year 1404 (ended on March 20).
(2026-05-01). The Cop, the Neo-Nazi, and the Elephant. indybay.org Three Anecdotes About Our book "How to defend yourself during a police interrogation"
(2026-05-01). The Unions We Need Will Be Built by Workers, Not Labor Officials. truthout.org Despite a hostile labor environment, the number of workers under a union contract in the U.S. reached a 16-year high in 2025, and public support for unions hit as high as 71 percent. The labor movement secured a number of impressive victories, including a new contract for dockworkers that raised wages by 60 percent following a brief strike, and unionized journalists at Politico and E&E News (PEN… |
(2026-05-01). Weekend Eats: You Can Now Eat These Egyptian Tacos Every Day In Lincoln Heights. lataco.com Plus, Ray Garcia brings back his pioneering Alta California taco menu for just one day.
(2026-05-01). US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline. geo.tv 
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth testifies before a US House Armed Services Committee hearing titled "Department of Defence FY2027 Budget Request," on Capitol Hill on April 29, 2026. — AFPWhite House sees war powers clock as halted.No US-Iran fire reported since early April…
(2026-05-01). China launches crackdown on false advertising in online food sales. ecns.cn China will launch a nationwide campaign to crack down on false advertising in online food sales, targeting e-commerce platforms, sellers and related service providers, the country's market regulator said.
(2026-05-01). 'The Mandelson Scandal Shows how Labour Became Part of the Establishment It Once Existed to Challenge'. bylinetimes.com 
Morgan McSweeney's resignation was not a cleansing moment. He was not an aberration. He was the tip of an iceberg. | What he represented is a political culture that has dominated Labour for a generation. | A culture forged under Tony Blair and Peter Mandelson that taught the party to be relaxed about extreme wealth, comfortable in the orbit of billionaires, lobbyists and corporate power, and increasingly detached from the lives of the people it was created to represent. | The Mandelson scandal matters because it exposes that culture in its rawest form. | Proximity to wealth and power was not a by-product. It w…
(2026-05-01). Zayn Malik's family urge fans to donate to Palestine. newarab.com 
Former One Direction singer The British-Pakistani singer pulled out of several events earlier this year, where he was set to promote his new album. | In a post on Thursday, the singer's cousin, Sasha Malik, published a statement on Instagram stories. | "We're…
(2026-05-01). We must save Sebastia from Israeli occupation, before it is too late. thecanary.co 
The historic Palestinian town of Sebastia, not far from Nablus in the Northern West Bank, is believed to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the occupied territory. The town is an important destination for Christian and Muslim pilgrims, as St John the Baptist — known as the Prophet Yahya in Islam — […] | By
(2026-05-01). MADISON: May Day 2026 Program (Speakers and March/Rally Information). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-01). May Day 2026: U.S. labor movement reclaims International Workers' Day. peoplesworld.org 
For most of the 20th century, May Day—International Workers' Day—was largely absent from the official calendar of the U.S. labor movement. While workers around the globe marched on May 1 to honor the martyrs of Chicago's 1886 Haymarket uprising, bosses here at home pushed their employees to only observe Labor Day in September, leaving May …
(2026-05-01). Shanghai coffee shop count tops 10,000, highest globally. ecns.cn The number of coffee shops in Shanghai has exceeded 10,000 for the first time, making it the city with the highest number of coffee outlets globally, according to an industry report.
(2026-05-01). Interview with José Ramón Cabañas / Dialogue with the U.S. is possible, but our system is not negotiable. radiohc.cu Radio Havana Cuba brings you a special interview with Cuban diplomat José Ramón Cabañas. Serving in Cuban diplomatic missions for nearly 40 years, Cabañas is currently the Director of the Center for International Policy Research (CIPI), based here in Havana. | José Ramón Cabañas has served as Deputy Director for the United States and Canada, Director of Consular Affairs and Cuban Residents Abroad, Director of Document Management, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. | He was the head of the Cuban Interests Section in Washington, DC and, in 2015, when the Interests Section became an embassy, José Ramón Cabañas…
(2026-05-01). Polanski unveils radical workers' charter to protect people before profit. thecanary.co 
The Green party launched its Workers' Charter 2026 tonight at the People's History Museum in Manchester. Zack Polanski opened the event with a wonderfully passionate call to build a system that works for the workers and not the wealthy few. Polanski's powerful call to finally level the playing field, reinstate workers' rights and to unite […] | By
(2026-05-01). Platform to better serve visitors. ecns.cn Beijing has launched"GO BEIJING", a comprehensive online service platform offering a full range of services for inbound visitors across different scenarios, local authorities said Tuesday.
(2026-05-01). IEC ramps up preparations after Local Elections date confirmed. sanews.gov.za IEC ramps up preparations after Local Elections date confirmed | The Electoral Commission of South Africa has welcomed the announcement of the date for the country's upcoming Local Government Elections, describing it as a key milestone in preparations for the polls. | President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday confirmed 4 November 2026 as the day for South Africans to head to the polls. | Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo said the confirmation provides much-needed clarity for stakeholders and enables the Commission to intensify its operational planning. | "The announcement of the election date provides clarity for…
(2026-05-01). German 'antisemitism commissioner' arson is Israel lobby's anti-Palestine smear case study. thecanary.co 
An arson attack against the 'antisemitism commissioner' of the German state of Brandenburg has turned out to be a case study in the Israel lobby's antisemitism smear tactics. And, of course, the way in which those tactics are aided by the state-corporate media. It's a lesson that the UK badly needs to learn. Andreas Bàºttner […] | By
(2026-05-01). 2026 WB Polls: When Votes Spoke Louder Than Words. ummid.com In Amit Shah's assertion about the government's policy of 'detect, delete and deport', the 'deport' element generated fear among Muslims and appears to have motivated higher participation in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
(2026-05-01). DWP advertising a £2m contract for vehicle-based covert 'live' surveillance cameras to spy on benefit claimants. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has quietly started looking for suppliers to provide covert surveillance cameras for its vehicles to spy on benefit claimants. An early engagement notice on the government's Find a Tender service reveals the DWP's plans to deploy this technology to monitor welfare claimants in real-time. And naturally, it plans […] | By
(2026-05-01). Real Estate and Development Interests Back Ryan Coonerty for Mayor of Santa Cruz. indybay.org The vast majority of cash contributions made by members of the real estate and development industry in the Santa Cruz mayoral race have gone to candidate Ryan Coonerty, according to campaign finance documents filed ahead of the June 2 primary election. As of April 18, Coonerty has accumulated $56,015 in total contributions, with $5,999 coming from real estate and development interests. The four other candidates in the mayoral race, Ami Chen Mills, Gillian Greensite, Chris Krohn, and Joy Schendledecker have taken little to no funding from real estate and development interests, and have raised significantly le…
(2026-05-01). Craftsmanship across millennia: A tribute on Labor Day. ecns.cn Over 2,000 years ago, Lu Ban, the legendary master carpenter, pioneered the sunmao (mortise and tenon) joint — no nails, no rivets, only perfect interlocking that has allowed wooden structures to stand firm for centuries.
(2026-05-01). Take Back Power redistributes essential items whilst occupying high-end stores and hotels. thecanary.co 
Take Back Power supporters have been occupying the playgrounds of the wealthy again on the morning of 1 May. And they've 'liberated' items from a superstore to redistribute them back to the communities that need them. Take Back Power is a nonviolent campaign, demanding a tax on extreme wealth, to be decided by a 'House […] | By
(2026-05-01). Live at 1 pm ET: It's 'Weather' Season … Again. What to Expect — The Climate Realism Show. wattsupwiththat.com Spring is here, which means it is Hurricane Season, Tornado Season, Allergy Season, all normal and natural aspects of life on Earth. Climate alarmists, however, will be telling you this year promises to be the worst season ever, and it's your fault. We will prepare you to counter this propaganda with the truth.
(2026-05-01). Corporate giants profit from the war on Iran, while 3 million households skip meals. thecanary.co 
The war on Iran has led to a predicted 2026 inflation rate of up to 4%, meaning rising costs for UK households. Three million households are now skipping meals, while corporations like BP and Lloyds are making much more profit from rising inflation. Moreover, this year has seen corporations increase their profitability as costs surge. […] | By
(2026-05-01). Rubio floats a disastrous plan for disarming Hezbollah. responsiblestatecraft.org In recent
(2026-05-01). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/2: Free Palestine/No War with Iran and Lebanon. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-01). Thursday 4/30: Community Briefing: Heeding Lebanese Voices – The Human Cost of Israeli Occupation. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kD0T……
(2026-05-01). Colombia's election authority investigating leftist frontrunner. colombiareports.com Colombia's National Electoral Council (CNE) opened an investigation into Senator Ivan Cepeda, the leftist frontrunner in Colombia's presidential election race, according to local media. The CNE reportedly agreed to investigate allegations that Cepeda violated regulations regarding campaign contributions ahead of the primary of his political party, Historic Pact, in October last year. The allegations were …
(2026-05-01). 'Lucid waters, lush mountains': How China's green vision resonates at SCO gathering. ecns.cn As the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) marks its 25th anniversary, more than 300 delegates from SCO member states and beyond gathered in the coastal city of Ningbo, eastern China's Zhejiang Province, from April 28 to 30 to advance cooperation on green development and sustainability.
(2026-05-01). Is the Iran War breaking NATO forever? strategic-culture.su By Anatol LIEVEN | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Trump is lashing out at allies as European partners increasingly turn away from…
(2026-05-01). Tomgram: William deBuys, The Border Wall Thrives, The Borderlands Don't. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. Here's a question for you: in addition to wiping out the East Wing of the White House to build his future ballroom and so much more, including the construction of a major triumphal arch in Washington (that will …
(2026-05-01). The Guardian: Los más pobres sufrirán las consecuencias de las presiones de EEUU para impedir que Cuba envíe médicos a países vecinos. cubadebate.cu Novlyn Ebanks, de 73 años, tenía previsto recibir gratuitamente la cirugía ocular que necesitaba en el hospital St. Joseph de Kingston. Pero en marzo, tras la decisión unilateral de Jamaica de poner fin al acuerdo de cooperación de casi 30 años con Cuba, ya no pudo programar el procedimiento. El centro de oftalmología del hospital estaba atendido principalmente por médicos cubanos.
(2026-05-01). Informan tratamiento laboral y salarial para este Primero de Mayo. cubadebate.cu El 1 de mayo es un día de conmemoración nacional para celebrar el "Día Internacional de los Trabajadores", conforme lo previsto en el artículo 94 de la Ley 116, Código de Trabajo. Este viernes recesan las actividades laborales, excepto las relacionadas con la zafra y otros trabajos agrícolas urgentes, industrias de procesos de producción continua, servicios y labores inaplazables.
(2026-05-01). Sabor y tradición: Bacán, arroz con coco y filete de pescado con coco. cubadebate.cu La cocina cubana es expresión de identidad y memoria, donde cada región aporta sabores y tradiciones propias. Baracoa destaca por el uso del coco y la influencia franco-haitiana, que definen platos emblemáticos de su cultura culinaria. Hoy les propongo bacán, arroz con coco y filete de pescado con coco.
(2026-05-01). O fantasma da torneira de abertura fácil do gás russo. strategic-culture.su A exigência da paz nà£o está dissociada da luta mais vasta por uma vida digna. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | À medid…
(2026-05-01). Pesista cubana Marifelix Sarría conquista tres medallas en el Campeonato Panamericano de Panamá 2026. cubadebate.cu La cubana subtitular mundial Marifelix Sarría, de la división de +86 kilogramos, conquistó hoy medallas de oro, plata y bronce en el Campeonato Panamericano de Levantamiento de Pesas de Panamá 2026. La corona llegó en el ejercicio de envión, en el que realizó un primer intento válido sobre 156 kilogramos y luego dominó los 161.
(2026-05-01). Ante el persistente shock energético en Cuba, salvar vidas no puede esperar. cubadebate.cu A cuatro meses del agravamiento de la crisis energética en Cuba, sus consecuencias siguen marcando el ritmo de la vida cotidiana. Los hospitales reducen sus operaciones. No se trata de un asunto político. Es sobre todo un tema humano. Detrás de cada cifra hay familias cuyos planes han sido interrumpidos y cuya resiliencia se pone a prueba cada día.
(2026-05-01). Fidel: "Jamás un pueblo tuvo cosas tan sagradas que defender" (+ Fotos y Video). cubadebate.cu El 1ro de mayo de 2003, Fidel Castro, pronunció un discurso ante miles de cubanos que se reunieron para celebrar el Día Internacional de los Trabajadores. En sus palabras enfatizó l a importancia de defender los logros sociales alcanzados por la Revolución en áreas fundamentales como la educación, la salud y la igualdad social.
(2026-05-01). "No van a amedrentarnos" : Bruno Rodríguez ante decreto de Trump para ampliar medidas coercitivas contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, rechazó este viernes las nuevas medidas coercitivas unilaterales adoptadas por el gobierno de Estados Unidos contra la Mayor de las Antillas. "Rechazamos firmemente las recientes medidas coercitivas unilaterales adoptadas por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos", escribió el canciller.
(2026-05-01). I 5 errori di Orbán e dei populisti europei. strategic-culture.su Se i populisti non correggeranno i propri difetti strutturali, rimarranno un movimento di protesta piuttosto che una soluzione politica definitiva. | Segue nostro Il fenomeno politico contemporaneo più significativo in Europa è l'ascesa del cosiddetto ´populismo ª (talvolta definito anche ´sovranismo ª), che trae origine da quella che i media egemonici etichettano come ´estrema destra ª. In pratica, in ge…
(2026-05-01). Puelmapu: Entrevista a Moira Millán, referente mapuche. indybay.org Puelmapu: Entrevista a Moira Millán, referente mapuche | www.moiramillan.com/…