aljazeera.com (2026-05-04). Iran war live: Iranian military warns US of attacks over Hormuz missionIran's military says it will attack US forces if they attempt to approach or enter the Strait of Hormuz. | The warning comes after US President Donald Trump announced a naval mission, dubbed Project Freedom, to guide stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, with operations set to begin in the coming hours.
(2026-05-04). Iran weighs US reply delivered via Pakistan; Trump signals opposition to deal terms. geo.tv 
Chess pieces are seen in front of displayed Iran's and US flags in this illustration taken January 26, 2022.— ReutersIran wants end to US blockade, nuclear talks postponed.President Trump has made Iran nuclear deal a priority.US and Israel have suspended bombing for four…
(2026-05-04). On May Day, Workers Speak at ILWU6 on US Supported Genocide, War, ICE & Worker Rights. indybay.org Workers and community rallied on May Day at ILWU Local 6 to speak out about the role of Oakland airport in shipping military equipment to…
(2026-05-04). Sunday 5/17: Envisioning Return Amid Genocide with Angela Davis & Rashid Khalidi. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_qDoXPi……
(2026-05-04). Trump says US Navy will begin escorting ships out of the Strait of Hormuz. wsws.org In a rambling Truth Social post on Sunday afternoon, President Trump wrote that the US would begin escorting hundreds of "Ships and Crews safely out of the Strait, " and that any Iranian interference will "have to be dealt with forcefully."
(2026-05-04). Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships. geo.tv 
An LPG gas tanker at anchor as traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Shinas, Oman, March 11, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-05-04). Sri Lankan SEP/IYSSE meeting against US-Israeli war on Iran. wsws.org SEP speakers explained that the military assault on Iran was part of US imperialism's efforts to dominate oil and gas resources in the Middle East, as part of a far wider unfolding conflict against China and Russia.
(2026-05-04). Israel ups production of Arrow interceptors, but Iran is making missiles even faster. haaretz.com If the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran resumes, the month-long cease-fire hasn't been enough to replenish stocks. Israel's secret weapon: the dozens of members of the ultra-Orthodox community helping make Arrows…
(2026-05-04). Iran says Hormuz navigation must coordinate with its forces, warns U.S. Navy. haaretz.com
(2026-05-04). Iran offers 14-point Peace Plan, Trump declares the US "Pirates" juancole.com Al Jazeera managed to get hold of the 14-point peace plan put forward by Iran in indirect negotiations with the U.S. via Pakistan. It shows an Iranian government seeking a comprehensive peace treaty with the United States that would forestall further wars. Unfortunately, Iran is not dealing with a rational actor in Donald Trump, who completely lacks the discipline necessary for diplomacy, much less a comprehensive set of commitments. | The plan also shows that Iran is aware that
(2026-05-04). Sunday 5/17: Fragile Crossings: The Pathways, Barriers, and Cost of Pediatric Medical Evacuations From Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/iJ399os-QQSwgD0……
(2026-05-04). Friday 5/15: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp515…
(2026-05-04). Sunday 5/3: Lifeline Denied: The Urgent Need for a Medical Corridor from Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3017769……
(2026-05-04). Gaza: Aseel's journey back to hope. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Thursday 5/7: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-05-04). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). West Bank IDF chief admits unequal rules for shooting Palestinians and Jews, citing. haaretz.com IDF general Avi Bluth says troops avoid shooting Jewish stone-throwers while enforcing looser rules for shooting Palestinians. 'The Arabs understand that if someone comes to kill you, kill them first is the norm,' he added. 'So we're killing like we haven't since 1967'…
(2026-05-04). Hormuz to turn into graveyard of US Navy? Iran threatens Trump, forces him to release hijacked ship. hindustantimes.com Amid a pause in the Iran war, the U.S. Navy seized the Iranian ship M/V Touska, fired on its engine room and held its crew for more than two weeks before transferring them to Pakistan for repatriation. Tehran raged over "piracy," and a top aide to Mojtaba Khamenei warned of a "graveyard" for U.S. carriers.
(2026-05-04). Chinese construction worker becomes safety supervisor after earning 13 certificates. ecns.cn A 51-year-old construction worker from central China has risen from a day laborer to a safety supervisor overseeing more than 40 construction sites after earning 13 professional certificates over nine years.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). '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".
(2026-05-04). Former New York Mayor Giuliani hospitalised in critical condition. geo.tv 
Former Donald Trump lawyer and former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani arrives at US Federal court in his case to surrender valuables to Georgia election workers he was found to have defamed, in New York City, US, November 26, 2024.— Reuters
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). Saturday 5/2: Free Palestine/No War with Iran and Lebanon. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-04). 1854 Chinatown in Negro Bar, Sacramento County comes alive in Gold Rush California. indybay.org From the Heart of Chinatown in San Francisco to the California Gold Mining District, the Golden Fortune of Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. provides a path towards an Ancient Future in a good way.
(2026-05-04). On May Day Demonstrators Chant "Stop Shopping" as they March through Stanford Shopping Center. indybay.org On May 1st, San Francisco Peninsula activists held an action at a large upscale shopping center in Palo Alto.
(2026-05-04). Federal Court Blocks Berkeley Students from Weighing in on Chilling Deal with Zionists. indybay.org April 30, 2026 – A federal court has agreed to dismiss a lawsuit by a right-wing Israel lobby organization against the University of California, Berkeley, as part of an anti-Palestinian deal that will infringe on the free speech and academic freedom rights of members of the campus community, blocking efforts by students to have a say in the decision.
(2026-05-04). Wednesday 5/27: Trillion Dollar War Machine: Book Talk w/ William D. Hartung & Katrina vanden Heuvel. indybay.org Online: www.thenation.com/events/the-trillion-do……
(2026-05-04). Saturday 5/2: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Execution and Mass Graves in Tantura" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JkqQ……
(2026-05-04). Saturday 5/9: Film: It Was Just An Accident directed by Jafar Panahi. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-05-04). ILWU10 Members on May Day Speak Out at San Francisco Union Hall. indybay.org ILWU Local 10 members spoke out at their union hall about what May Day and the ILWU means to them.
(2026-05-04). Strike of Little Lake teachers in California shut down after 10 days. wsws.org The decision was taken before teachers were given access to the full terms of the tentative agreement and before any meaningful rank-and-file review could take place.
(2026-05-04). The 2026 International May Day Online Rally and the tasks of the international working class. wsws.org Speakers at the May Day rally analyzed the war against Iran as the culmination of a 35-year capitalist crisis and advanced a revolutionary program for the international working class entering a new period of global struggle.
(2026-05-04). Break the isolation: Harvard graduate students' strike must be expanded. wsws.org Will Lehman, a rank-and-file Mack Trucks worker who is running as a socialist candidate for UAW president, is calling on workers to break the union's isolation of the nearly two-week walkout by 4,000 Harvard graduate student workers.
(2026-05-04). From Port Huron to postmodernism: The class politics of the "New" Students for a Democratic Society. wsws.org The "New" SDS substitutes identity politics for class analysis, bourgeois nationalism for socialist internationalism and protest theater for the independent mobilization of the working class against the capitalist parties and the system they defend.
(2026-05-04). Federal appeals court issues nationwide ban on telemedicine and mail access to abortion pill mifepristone. wsws.org The decision has been appealed immediately to the US Supreme Court, which overturned abortion rights four years ago.
(2026-05-04). Two Prosecutors: A stubborn young lawyer confronts the criminal methods of the Stalinist bureaucracy. wsws.org Many thousands of devoted revolutionaries, including most of the leaders of the October 1917 Revolution, were put to death between 1936-38 by the counterrevolutionary bureaucracy.
(2026-05-04). Ypsilanti utility board halts University of Michigan nuclear weapons data center. wsws.org The data center is an important element of the economic and military policy of the Democratic Party. Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the state Democratic establishment have worked to transform Michigan into an industrial, logistical and computational hub for the military-industrial complex.
(2026-05-04). Sunday 5/10: Day Golden Gate Bridge Walk for Peace. indybay.org "Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Plaza": Gather at SF Side of Golden Gate Bridge on the East side of Hwy 101. | Northbound 101 traffic: Exit just before bridge entrance | Southbound 101 traffic: Exit just after exiting bridge.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). Where Are The Carriers As Of May 3, 2026: Ford Finally Heads Home. twz.com 
Two carrier strike groups remain in the Middle East as President Trump announces 'Project Freedom' to get trapped ships out of the Persian Gulf.
(2026-05-04). Tuesday 5/5: End the AI Race or it May End Us All! Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org Outside, in front of south wing entrance 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be.
(2026-05-04). Sunday 5/17: Palestine 36 and Pop-UP Exhibit of Rare Traditional Palestinian Costumes. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95126…
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). Cheaper durians for China, Hong Kong helpers camp in tents: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Durian Express? China brings in cheaper fruit with new Southeast Asia train | 2. 'Structural shift': new routes for Middle East freight to bypass Hormuz | 3. 'Nowhere to go': helpers pushed out of parks spend day off in tents at bus terminus…
(2026-05-04). Thursday 5/7: End Ai Job Theft + other Harms. Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org Outside, in front of south wing entrance 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be.
(2026-05-04). "May Day Strong" in Chicago: Labor bureaucracy, Democrats seek to smother growing resistance to war and Trump dictatorship. wsws.org With thousands of workers and young people marching to oppose Trump, the AFL-CIO and Democratic Party is trying to prevent this movement from evolving into a politically conscious challenge to oligarchic rule and the capitalist system that both parties defend.
(2026-05-04). Labor blocks return of Australian citizens interned in Syria. wsws.org The Albanese government's actions set a wider precedent for barring the return of citizens deemed to be lacking in respect for the "values" prescribed by the ruling capitalist establishment.
(2026-05-04). United Airlines Boeing 767 jet hits light pole, truck while landing at Newark. scmp.com A United Airlines jet with 231 passengers and crew escaped a major disaster on Sunday after one of its wheels clipped a light post and truck on a highway while on final approach to land in New Jersey. | Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officials said the Boeing 767 landed safely at Newark Liberty International Airport after arriving from Venice, Italy, and the agency would investigate the incident.
(2026-05-04). Monday 5/4: End the AI Race or End Us! Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org Outside in front of south wing entrance 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be.
(2026-05-04). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). Joint call by the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Director-General of the World Health Organization and the International President of Médecins Sans Frontières. icrc.org States should uphold and strengthen the protection of medical care in armed conflict on the 10th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2286…
(2026-05-04). Spirit Airlines collapses: 17,000 workers pay for Wall Street's war on Iran. wsws.org The government's decision not to rescue Spirit, on the absurd grounds that they did not "have half a billion dollars laying around," is deliberate class policy aimed at making the working class pay for the war.
(2026-05-04). San Francisco and Bay Area Celebrate May Day With Rallies and Marches. indybay.org The working people's holiday originated in the U.S. and is officially recognized through the world as a holiday. Except in the U.S.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). Arab-Jewish Hadash party branch shot at in north Israel, party calls it an of political. haaretz.com The party said the attacks came after threats over red flags displayed at the branch, amid rising tensions with law enforcement and an increased police presence at party events and gatherings…
(2026-05-04). Paul Chan should welcome lawmakers' budget scrutiny, not dismiss it. scmp.com Congratulations to Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po for getting the city's budget to sail through the Legislative Council. It wasn't always such smooth sailing and Chan would do well to acknowledge as much. | When Chan was first given the keys to the city's coffers, they were full. Successive financial secretaries faced political pressure of a very different kind. There weren't many issues that opposing parties saw eye to eye on. However, accusing the government of hoarding cash and not giving…
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). From ports to sky rail and e-commerce: Pakistani journalists explore Hubei's vitality. ecns.cn Recently, a delegation of media and think tank representatives from Pakistan visited central China's Hubei Province, gaining firsthand insight into the province's development through on-site tours.
(2026-05-04). China travel boom expected over May Day holiday. ecns.cn Spring breaks for many primary and secondary schools now overlap with the upcoming May Day holiday, creating longer travel windows and boosting demand. China's holiday travel market is expected to surge, with both trips and spending projected to reach new highs, according to the online travel agency Trip.com Group.
(2026-05-04). Australia: Interim report provides no answers on Bondi terrorist attack. wsws.org The section of the report dealing with the role played by the federal policing and intelligence agencies, about which so many questions remain, has been suppressed entirely.
(2026-05-04). Did Donald "WWW III Apprentice" just Fire the Whole World? juancole.com ( In that context, here's my advice to you: Don't get old. For years, I managed not to do so, but unfortunately that's all over now and I'm increasingly an old man. In fact, I'm not quite two years older than Donald J. Trump. I was born on July 20, 1944, while World War II was still ongoing, and he w…
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). AG says she is open to talks on Netanyahu trial plea deal amid pardon push. haaretz.com Baharav-Miara told President Herzog talks would proceed only 'without preconditions' and without harming the trial; Netanyahu's testimony was again canceled Monday, citing late-night security consultations…
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). China's independent industrial chain boosts EV sector. ecns.cn Feng Yanqiang, director of cylindrical system, at EVE Energy, stated in a recent interview with China Daily Website that Chinas new energy vehicle sector boasts a fully independent and secure complete industrial chain, world-leading technologies.
(2026-05-04). 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.
(2026-05-04). Appeals Court Asked to Reconsider Oak Flat Land Transfer in Arizona. indybay.org PHOENIX, May 1, 2026 — Conservation organizations and Tribal advocates filed a petition today with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals asking a larger panel of judges to reconsider a recent ruling that cleared the way for the transfer of Oak Flat to a private multinational mining company.
(2026-05-04). Azerbaijan: ICRC president meets Azerbaijan minister of foreign affairs to advance humanitarian dialogue. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Afghanistan: Operational update on humanitarian response in Kamdesh and Barg-e-Matal Districts, Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Mali: ICRC provides further medical support for hospitals in the wake of fresh hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). ICRC president: Patterns of warfare that disregard human life and dignity cannot continue as Sudan war enters fourth year. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). China: Addressing complex humanitarian and security challenges in Africa needs all-inclusive approach. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Lebanon: Operational Facts and Figures – 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). ICRC president arrives in Iran to discuss urgent humanitarian concerns. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). The Health Care in Danger initiative. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). As the Stalemate in Iran drags on, the Danger of a wider Conflict Rises. juancole.com
(2026-05-04). I was killed, but I forgot to die: The life of a waiting family. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Jordan: Facts and Figures – January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). ICRC director-general concludes official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Buried Wars: Landmines Shatter Iraq's Childhood Dreams. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Cameroon: the struggle to access safe drinking water in Kerawa and Kolofata. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Iran: ICRC president says a return to war would be ruinous for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Call for entries for the 16th Humanitarian Visa d'or award. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Visit of the ICRC Regional Director helped strengthen the dialogue on humanitarian cooperation in Africa. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Afghanistan: Humanitarian assistance to conflict-affected communities in Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Confronting Absence: Art, Testimony and Humanitarian Action on the Crisis of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Humanitarian action in the digital age: Reflections from CYBERUK. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Brazil: ICRC director-general begins official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Lebanon: Maintaining water and essential lifelines as hostilities disrupt essential services. icrc.org
(2026-05-04). Rebelion.org: conspiración contra el histórico portal. indybay.org
(2026-05-04). Sunday 5/31: Art Sale Supporting Immigrant Families: Art Without Borders. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center | 3105 Shattuck Avenue…
(2026-05-04). May Day Worker Solidarity in Trieste. indybay.org La Festa dei Lavoratori, (International Worker's Day, May Day) is an important Italian national holiday that celebrates workers of the world by calling for better working conditions, wages and safety on the job in a display of solidarity for workers and women's rights among numerous other labor, social and political issues. Many businesses and schools are closed today, and people are encouraged to not work or shop in solidarity.
(2026-05-03). REDH denounces U.S. military threats against Cuba. radiohc.cu The Network of Intellectuals, Artists, and Social Movements (REDH) in Defense of Humanity has denounced in a statement the military threats made by the Donald Trump administration against Cuba, as well as the new sanctions that deepen the imperialist blockade. | While humanity cries out for peace, cooperation, and respect for International Law, "the Trump administration" responds with the logic of state terrorism: the strengthening of the criminal economic, commercial, and financial blockade, and the persecution of any financial transaction that dares to approach the island, the statement affirmed. | The internat…
(2026-05-03). Imágenes satelitales desmienten a Trump sobre supuesta destrucción de la armada naval iraní. cubadebate.cu A pesar de las afirmaciones del presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, de que las fuerzas navales iraníes fueron destruidas, nuevas imágenes satelitales muestran decenas de lanchas rápidas de ataque pertenecientes a la Armada de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica.
(2026-05-03). Hezbollah didn't need Russian help, they just quietly bought fiber-optic drones and humiliated IDF. hindustantimes.com Explosive first-person view drones used by Hezbollah have emerged as a major threat to the Israel Defense Forces in southern Lebanon, striking troops and evacuation teams in recent weeks. Experts say these low-cost, precision weapons—often immune to jamming—are reshaping battlefield dynamics. With no effective Iron Dome equivalent against such drones, concerns are rising over preparedness as Benjamin Netanyahu weighs next military steps.
(2026-05-03). Hezbollah pays steep price in battle to reverse its fortunes. al-monitor.com By Laila Bassam, Maya Gebeily and Tom PerryBEIRUT, May 3 (Reuters) – Hezbollah has paid a heavy price for going to war with Israel on March 2: Israel has occupied a chunk of southern Lebanon, displaced hundreds of thousands of its Shi'ite Muslim constituents and killed as many as several thousand of its fighters, according to previously unreported casualty estimates from within the group.
(2026-05-03). South Carolinians Wage May Day Protest Of Israeli Weapons Factory. popularresistance.org Ladson, S.C. — Angela Washington stands on a busy road nestled in pine and live oak trees, shaking her fists as she shouts into a bullhorn. | "We don't want you here," she yells in the direction of an Elbit America factory that is making powerful artillery Israel is using in its attacks on Lebanon. "This is being used to kill women and children and orphans." | Washington, an organizer with Tri-City Tenant Union, is one of about 75 protesters who gathered in Ladson, South Carolina to wage a May Day protest against Elbit America, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems, the largest weapons company…
(2026-05-03). Israel issues evacuation warnings for 11 south Lebanon villages. newarab.com 
The Israeli military issued new evacuation orders for 11 villages in south Lebanon on Sunday and continued its airstrikes across the war-battered region, despite a truce. | Warnings were issued for towns and villages in the Nabatiyeh district, outside the security zone Israel currently occupies along the border. | The military ordered residents of Doueir, Arabsalim, Sharqiyeh, Jibchit, Baraachit, Srifa, Dounine, Braiqaa, Qaaqaaiyat al-Jisr, Qsaibeh and Kfarsir to distance themselves a thousand meters away from these areas before striking them. | Some of the villages were included in evacuation orders on Saturday.
(2026-05-03). Drone vs. drone: Israel deploys new aerial system to intercept explosive drones over Lebanon. haaretz.com The Iron Drone Raider is an automated, AI-driven technology developed by Airobotics that combines radar with interceptor drones to detect and respond to threats…
(2026-05-03). Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill 20, Beirut Health Ministry says. haaretz.com In the last 24 hours, Israeli strikes also wounded 46 people, the Lebanese health ministry said, bringing the total number of killed and wounded in the war launched March 2 to over 10,000. Hezbollah fired a rocket barrage at northern Israel's Manara, triggering sirens…
(2026-05-03). Somalia Blocks Israeli Ships At The Bab al-Mandab Strait. popularresistance.org Between Somalia and Yemen lies the Bab al-Mandeb Strait connecting the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea. It is a crucial passageway for the majority of shipping between the Gulf of Aden / Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, which leads to the Suez Canal. | On April 22, Somalia announced a ban on Israeli-linked ships traveling through the channel. Yemen has had an ongoing blockade of Israeli ships at the Bab al-Mandeb Strait since November 2023. Following the start of Israel's genocidal war on Gaza, Yemen's Ansarallah government, in support of the Palestinians, closed off the strait to any ships taking supplies to Israel.
(2026-05-03). While Trump brags about destroying Iran's navy, IRGC just sent 40 fast attack craft to dare US army. hindustantimes.com Reports circulating on May 2 said satellite imagery showed more than 40 IRGC Navy fast attack craft operating in formation in the Strait of Hormuz between Qeshm Island and the UAE, signaling that Iran still retains a visible small-boat presence in the waterway. That matters because these claims directly undercut repeated assertions that Iran's navy had been effectively "obliterated," while also reinforcing Tehran's message that it remains ready to contest any new aggression.
(2026-05-03). Iran offers Strait deal; Trump dissatisfied but prefers non-military path. al-monitor.com By Parisa Hafezi and Jacob BogageDUBAI/WEST PALM BEACH, May 2 (Reuters) – An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S. President Donald Trump would open shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade of Iran while leaving talks on Iran's nuclear program for later, a senior Iranian official said on Saturday.
(2026-05-03). America Must Turn Military Pressure into Diplomacy. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump's assurance that he will not use nuclear weapons against Iran should not be treated as restraint; it is the lowest possible bar in a crisis already overloaded with reckless language. His warning that the United States could "blow up" any Iranian weapons accumulated during the ceasefire sounds less like policy than performance. …
(2026-05-03). President Diaz-Canel Calls To Avoid a US Imperialist Aggression on Cuba. orinocotribune.com The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, called on the international community this Saturday to determine whether it will allow Washington to militarily attack his country after the U.S. President, Donald Trump, said he would take control of the island "almost immediately." | "The president of the U.S. is escalating his threats of military aggression against Cuba to a dangerous and unprecedented scale," Díaz-Canel denounced on social media, adding: "The international community must take note and, together with the people of the U.S., determine whether such a drastic criminal act will be allowed." | The Cuban pre…
(2026-05-03). Transatlantic split widens as Germany urges defence build-up, US signals larger troop cuts. geo.tv 
Military personnel from the 82nd Airborne Division and 18th Airborne Corps board a C-17 transport plane for deployment to Eastern Europe, amid escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, US, February 3, 2022. — ReutersPentagon announced withdrawal…
(2026-05-03). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-03). German fertiliser makers and farmers struggle with Iran war fallout. al-monitor.com As Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz roils the global economy, one German town has been scrambling to help make up the shortfall in essential supplies of fertilisers.Wittenberg, better known to many as a cradle of the Protestant Reformation, is also home to a chemical plant founded in 1915, in the midst of World War I.At that time the aim was to produce nitrogen for explosives and fertilisers to circumvent a blockade which prevented certain raw materials being imported from Chile.
(2026-05-03). Danantara's Role in Surviving the Global Energy Crisis. fairobserver.com Geopolitical chaos in the Middle East is disrupting oil supplies and stoking inflation fears. Countries in Southeast Asia rush to mitigate the energy crisis. Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has come to a near standstill, disrupting oil and gas shipments to Asia. Analysts warn that oil prices could surpass $100 a barrel if…
(2026-05-03). Middle East states eye transport resilience with new logistics corridor to bypass Hormuz. scmp.com Middle Eastern governments are dusting off decades-old proposals for overland oil and gas pipelines, and urgently drawing up plans for new rail-sea transport corridors in a belated response to the wartime disruption of major maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. | With the threats to these key shipping lanes and economic infrastructure set to linger after the multifront conflict between the US-Israel alliance and the Iran-led Axis of Resistance draws to a close, other…
(2026-05-03). Trump says US will 'guide' ships out of Hormuz, as vessels attacked. scmp.com The United States will launch an effort on Monday to "guide" stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, as two ships around the strait reported attacks. | Trump gave few details about what could be a sweeping attempt to help hundreds of vessels and some 20,000 seafarers. Iran quickly denounced the move as a ceasefire violation.
(2026-05-03). Will the U. S. curtail oil exports as fuel prices rise? resourceinsights.blogspot.com President Donald Trump may soon feel the need to "blockade" U. S. crude | oil exports after those exports hit | a record high recently, a trend which, if it continues, will | increase the price U. S. consumers pay for gasoline, diesel and other | petroleum-related products. | Nations around the world are scrambling to secure oil supplies that have | been dramatically reduced by Iran's closing of the Strait of Hormuz to | oil tankers of "hostile" countries which include major oil exporters suc…
(2026-05-03). OPEC+ announces symbolic oil output rise during Strait of Hormuz closure. aljazeera.com Seven major producers will add 188,000 barrels per day to their total production quota for June, OPEC+ says.
(2026-05-03). Strait of Hormuz blockade and other major naval sieges in modern times. aljazeera.com Naval blockades are among the oldest weapons of war, using sea control to cut supplies and force an enemy's surrender.
(2026-05-03). UAE is using oil to reshape its position inside the Gulf hierarchy. ummid.com With its exit from OPEC and OPEC+, the UAE is challenging the authority of Riyadh, strengthening its own strategic autonomy, and moving closer to a regional make-up where the US and Israel remain central actors in the pressure campaign against Iran.
(2026-05-03). War in the Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com The latest developments in the Middle East war: – Iran hangs man -Iran hanged a man convicted of involvement in the killing of a security forces volunteer during anti-government protests, the judiciary said."Mehrab Abdollahzadeh's death sentence was carried out this morning after completing the legal formalities," said the judiciary's Mizan Online website.- Gaza flotilla in court -Two foreign activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla who were brought to Israel for interrogation appeared before an Israeli court, a rights group defending them told AFP.
(2026-05-03). airline industry left in limbo amid fragile cease-fire with Iran. haaretz.com Nearly a month has passed since the cease-fire with Iran went into effect, but many airlines have yet to return to Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion Airport, citing the region's volatility…
(2026-05-03). Israeli ally UAE quits OPEC, OPEC. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the Israeli allies in the Middle East, has announced to quit OPEC and OPEC+ amidst the crisis the world is facing because of the US-Israel led Zionist war on Iran.
(2026-05-03). Airline industry nears breaking point as Israelis fear being stuck abroad, airlines delay flights amid fragile Iran cease-fire. haaretz.com Nearly a month has passed since the cease-fire with Iran went into effect, but many airlines have yet to return to Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion Airport, citing the region's volatility…
(2026-05-03). Rallies Under Way As Workers Gather For International Labour Day. popularresistance.org Workers are gathering in cities around the world to mark International Labour Day, with some demonstrations, such as those in Istanbul, Türkiye, turning to scuffles with police. | Trade Unions are calling for solidarity and the protection of workers' rights as the United States-Israeli war on Iran and rising energy costs raise concerns about the global economy. | "Working people refuse to pay the price for Donald Trump's war in the Middle East," the European Trade Union Confederation, which represents 93 trade union organisations in 41 European countries, told the media.
(2026-05-03). Iran to turn university hit in US-Israeli strikes into museum. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities plan to turn a bombsite at a university in central Iran into a museum about the impact of "The current damaged site will be preserved as a war museum at the university to remain a document of the country's scientific oppression in history," said Zafarollah Kalantari, head of He added that other land had been allocated for the "construction of a new buil…
(2026-05-03). Iran weighs US response to peace plan after warning against military action. al-monitor.com Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Sunday said the United States faced a choice between an "impossible" military operation or a deal with Tehran, after President Donald Trump disparaged Iran's latest peace proposal.Negotiations between the two countries have been deadlocked since a ceasefire came into effect on April 8, with only one round of direct peace talks held so far.Iran's foreign ministry said Tehran had submitted a 14-point plan "focused on ending the war" and that Washington had already responded to it in a message to Pakistani mediators.
(2026-05-03). Iranian envoy reaffirms Pakistan's 'central role' in ongoing talks with US. geo.tv 
Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam. — X/@IranAmbPakIranian envoy describes Islamabad's efforts as "valuable".Tehran transparent in its demands: Ambassador Moghadam.Says Washington must abandon its "aggressive posture".Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri…
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). Is Israel going to restart the war on Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-05-03). Who are the two Gaza flotilla activists abducted by Israel? aljazeera.com Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among 175 Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel.
(2026-05-03). Global Sumud Flotilla calls on NZ govt to intervene after Israeli interception. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ News The Global Sumud Flotilla is demanding the New Zealand government intervene to uphold international law, after being intercepted by Israel. It said 22 boats carrying aid for Gaza were illegally intercepted in international waters near the Greek island of Crete. New Zealanders Jay O'Connor, Mousa Taher, Julien Blondel, and Sean Janssen were among…
(2026-05-03). Israel quizzes two Gaza flotilla activists, angering Spain. al-monitor.com Two activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla, arrested off the coast of Greece, have been brought to Israel for questioning, a move Spain has condemned as "illegal".The flotilla of more than 50 vessels had set sail from France, Spain and Italy with the aim of breaking an Israeli blockade of Gaza and bringing supplies to the devastated Palestinian territory. They were intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters off Greece early on Thursday, with Israel saying it had removed some 175 activists ⚪ two of whom were taken to Israel for questioning.
(2026-05-03). Gaza aid flotilla activists appear in Israeli court after abduction. aljazeera.com Court extends activists' detention by two days for further interrogation, rights group tells Al Jazeera.
(2026-05-03). Report: Shin Bet chief David Zini freezes all security appointments. haaretz.com Amid a crisis of confidence between Zini and senior officials in the service, key positions within the agency, including head of the Gaza department, have been temporarily filled by acting officials rather than permanent appointments…
(2026-05-03). Israel threatens Gaza war resumption to force disarmament as 'truce' frays. aljazeera.com Palestinian factions reject US-backed plans linking aid to weapons surrender, demanding clear political path forward.
(2026-05-03). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-03). Spain threatens Israel: Release citizen 'kidnapped' on Sumud Flotilla. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Israel intercepted ships and took several activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was heading to Gaza, to break the siege, the Spanish Prime Minister said.At a campaign event, Pedro Sánchez pointed out three messages for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing that Spain will protect its citizens and defend international law. In addition, he called on Israel to free "the Spanish citizen kidnapped on the flotilla."Israeli authorities said that its forces seized 22 boats carrying around 175 activists near Crete, Greece. Most of the activists were disembarked in Crete, while two wer…
(2026-05-03). World's top media outlets urge Israel to "Let Us Into Gaza" ummid.com Senior leaders from more than two dozen global news organizations signed an open letter calling for Israel to allow international media to independently enter the Gaza Strip.
(2026-05-03). Washington To Shutter US Command Center Overseeing Gaza 'Ceasefire'. popularresistance.org The White House is closing the Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) near Gaza in the "latest blow" to US President Donald Trump's plan for the devastated strip, Reuters reported on 1 May. | The CMCC was established in the Israeli city of Kiryat Gat near the Gaza border in October 2025 after Trump brokered a ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian resistance. | The CMCC was staffed with US military personnel and tasked with "monitoring" the ceasefire and boosting the entry of humanitarian aid into the strip under the direction of Trump's Board of Peace.
(2026-05-03). Israel violently and illegally intercepts Gaza flotilla, kidnaps organisers. wsws.org This was a violent act of piracy, carried out by Israeli armed forces 600 nautical miles off the coast of Gaza, in international waters, with the intent to commit grievous bodily harm and even murder.
(2026-05-03). Israel weighs Gaza war restart after killing 3 Palestinians. newarab.com 
The broadcaster said the "cabinet" would convene to discuss "resuming the war on Gaza", citing an unnamed Israeli official who claimed the decision followed conclusions that Hamas was "not adh…
(2026-05-03). Israel court extends detention of Gaza flotilla activists. al-monitor.com ASHKELON, Israel, May 3 (Reuters) – An Israeli court has extended by two days the detention of two activists arrested aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla that was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters near Greece, their lawyer said on Sunday.Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were detained by Israeli authorities late on Wednesday and brought to Israel, while more than 100 other pro-Palestinian activists aboard the boats were taken to the Greek island of Crete.
(2026-05-03). Two Gaza flotilla activists to appear before Israeli court. newarab.com 
Two foreign activists from a The flotilla of more than 50 vessels had set sail from France, Spain and Italy with the aim of breaking an Israeli blockade of Gaza and bringing supplies to the devastated Palestinian territory. | They were
(2026-05-03). Venezuela to Participate in International Court of Justice Hearing on Essequibo Territory. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The hearings stem from a process unilaterally invoked by Guyana in 2018, which Venezuela considers a violation of the 1966 Geneva Agreement and of internati…
(2026-05-03). Progressive Lakeshore People Art Exhibition in Manitowoc May 15, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-03). Why longer for young Israelis to fight to bring down Netanyahu. haaretz.com Unlike the case in Hungary and most other countries, Gen Z Israelis tend to be more conservative and right wing than their parents and grandparents. But that alone does not explain why they've checked out since October 7…
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). Man Scales 168-Foot Bridge In DC Demanding End To Iran War. popularresistance.org Forty-five-year-old social justice activist named Guido Reichstadter, on Saturday morning, was still perched atop the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington, DC, after first scaling the structure Friday afternoon in protest against President Donald Trump's disastrous war against Iran, now in its third month, and the rapid and unregulated spread of artificial intelligence technology. | As Reichstadter, who described himself as the father of two children with master's degrees in both math and physics, said in a video posted to social media on Friday: "Hi, my name is Guido Reichstadter, and I'm currently o…
(2026-05-03). UPSC Coaching: Haj Committee Invites Application for 2026-27 Batch. ummid.com UPSC Coaching: The Haj Committee of India for its IAS & Allied Services Coaching and Guidance Cell, which runs UPSC Civil Services Coaching for the students from minority communities on concession basis, has invited applications for the 2026-27 batch.
(2026-05-03). 2 dead and 16 injured in channel crossing from France to UK. newarab.com 
A The vessel, carrying 82 people, set out overnight from Hardelot beach, a few kilometers (miles) south of the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer, but the engine failed and it began to drift, Christophe Marx, secretary-general of the Pas-de-Calais prefecture, told reporters. | A French maritime gendarmerie vessel resc…
(2026-05-03). California will soon have more than 300 data centers. Where will they get their water? grist.org 
The new data center proposed for a quiet city about 115 miles east of San Diego came across people's radars in different ways. | For patrons of the deli on West Aten Road, it was the white "Not In My Backyard" signs jutting out of lawns. | For local irrigation district workers, it was something called an "electric service application." | For Margie Padilla, it was a rant on Facebook. | The 43-year-old mom came across a post online while she had a few minutes to scan social media last spring after a day spent tending her garden and taking care of her two boys. | "Somebody was complaining about this center," Pad…
(2026-05-03). Unite uses Barnsley May Day and 1926 General Strike centenary to proclaim "rebirth of the trade unions" wsws.org The final Barnsley rally, with Graham as keynote speaker, represented the very forces responsible for the betrayal of 1984-85 miners' strike and every betrayal thereafter.
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). In Yemen, Starlink internet brings opportunities — for some. aljazeera.com Despite Houthi resistance and affordability challenges, Starlink fuels growth in Yemen's digital workforce.
(2026-05-03). Free Salah Sarsour! Milwaukee Community Event May 3, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-03). Joel Embiid, 76ers knock out second-seeded Celtics in NBA Playoffs. aljazeera.com The 76ers eliminate one of the favourites to book a second-round series against the New York Knicks.
(2026-05-03). Israel approves deal to buy fighter jets from US. newarab.com 
Israel on Sunday approved a multi-billion-dollar deal to acquire two combat squadrons of The purchase includes a squadron of F-35 multi-role stealth fighters from The plan aims to "ensure Israel's air superiority for decades to come," Defen…
(2026-05-03). Donald Trump's Mocking Approach to the British Monarchy. unitedworldint.com An Analysis of King Charles' III recent visit to Washington. In this article, I aim to analyze the relationship between diplomatic conventions and symbolic politics in the interactions between Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, and Charles III, the head of the British monarchy. In the discipline of international relations, the view …
(2026-05-03). Teen turns himself in over Pizza Hut murder in central Israel, two additional minors arrested. haaretz.com Police Commissioner Danny Levy said last week that some killings are 'spontaneous and eruptive events' that are difficult to prevent, while others stem from organized crime and turf wars. He said police are acting forcefully to target and dismantle those groups' infrastructure…
(2026-05-03). US military says two service members taking part in Morocco drills missing. aljazeera.com AFRICOM says search and rescue operations under way in southwestern Morocco during African Lion exercise.
(2026-05-03). 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'.
(2026-05-03). US banking on Iraqi turnaround with nomination of Zaidi as new PM. al-monitor.com Trump signals hope for a "tremendous new chapter" in US-Iraq ties with the nomination of Ali Al-Zaidi as prime minister.
(2026-05-03). It does not make sense to invest more Arab resources in a US alliance. aljazeera.com The US will always prioritise Israel over the Arab world. Arab unity is the only way to establish security for all.
(2026-05-03). Floating with "the Whalers" , Huckleberry-Finn style. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-03). ICSE 10th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X (Class 10th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-03). Friday 5/1: ICE Out of CSUMB! Students Rise Up on May Day. indybay.org CSUMB Main Quad, 100 Campus Ctr, Seaside…
(2026-05-03). Court overturns decision, granting Syrian wife of disabled IDF soldier residency. haaretz.com The attorney who represented the couple welcomed the ruling as a victory for humanitarian justice, saying the court ended the Interior Ministry's 'rigid and cruel' approach. The state was also ordered to pay 15,000 shekels and conduct further security review…
(2026-05-03). Green Party calls out Times' antisemitic Polanski cartoon. thecanary.co 
Polanski — On Wednesday 29 April, Essa Suleiman allegedly stabbed three men — two Jewish and one Muslim. At the time of the attack, Suleiman was living in supported housing, having previously been detained in a secure hospital. Suleiman has a history of mental illness, and was referred to Prevent in the past. In the […] | By
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). USA vs Paraguay among World Cup games with unsold, exorbitant tickets. aljazeera.com Tickets for the cohosts' opening game in Los Angeles are available for prices ranging between $1,120 and $6,050.
(2026-05-03). LEVER WEEKLY: Behold The Shadow Network. levernews.com 
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(2026-05-03). Díaz-Canel: "Cuba Will Not Fail the World's Hope" radiohc.cu Speech delivered by Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, at the closing of the International Meeting of Solidarity with Cuba, at the Convention Palace, on May 2, 2026, "Year of the Centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz."
(2026-05-03). Puerto Rican solidarity activists urge absolute repudiation of Trump's latest order against Cuba. radiohc.cu The Committee of Solidarity with Cuba (CSC) in Puerto Rico has urged an absolute national and international repudiation by organizations and governments of Donald Trump's new order against Cuba. | Milagros Rivera, president of the CSC, pointed out the audacity of the President of the United States in threatening a dangerous military aggression against Cuba on the same day, May 1, when millions of Cubans marched through the streets and plazas to commemorate International Workers' Day. | On that day, the Cuban people delivered more than six million signatures for Peace and in Defense of the Revolution, collected ov…
(2026-05-03). Netanyahu pledges almost $120 billion in domestic arms production over decade. haaretz.com The pledge, made without cabinet deliberations or professional backing, reprises messages from Netanyahu's 2025 'Super Sparta' speech and far exceeds a defense committee recommendation of 133 billion shekels, raising concerns over Israel's debt ratio…
(2026-05-03). How the Free Market Cancelled BP's Renewable Energy Push. wattsupwiththat.com Adam Smith's invisible hand vs the Renewable Energy Movement.
(2026-05-03). Campaigners slam UK government threat to ban Palestine protests. newarab.com 
Civil society groups have slammed Prime Minister Starmer told the BBC on Saturday that he would support banning demonstrations in some instances and demanded "tougher action" against people who use some slogans, including "globalise the intifada". | The government has come under renewed pressure from pro-Israel advoca…
(2026-05-03). SFSU Students Walk Out Against Faculty Cutbacks and 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.
(2003-05-26). Arsenal go six points clear of Man City. tribune.com.pk 
Viktor Gyokeres and Bukayo Saka starred in Arsenal's 3-0 win against Fulham on Saturday as the Premier League leaders moved a step closer to their first title in 22 years. | Mikel Arteta's side demolished woeful Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz at the Emirates Stadium. | Gyokeres put Arsenal ahead and the Sweden striker netted again on the stroke of half-time after Saka had doubled their lead. | The Gunners' second successive league victory lifted them six points clear of second-placed Manchester City. | Pep Guardiola's men have two games in hand, with the first of those at Everton on Monday, but Arse…
(2026-05-03). Maharashtra 12th HSC Result 2026 Out, Konkan Region Topper. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has declared today i.e. Saturday May 02, 2026 12th HSC exam 2026 result and pass percentages based on which the Merit List and Names of Toppers have also been revealed.
(2026-05-03). Israeli raid in West Bank leaves 1 Palestinian dead, 4 wounded. scmp.com One Palestinian man was killed and four others seriously wounded during an Israeli military raid in the Israeli-occupied West Bank city of Nablus on Sunday, the Palestinian Red Crescent said. | The Palestinian Health Ministry said the man's wife was in labour at a local hospital when she was informed of his death.
(2026-05-03). Netanyahu boasts of Israel's billion-dollar military investments. aljazeera.com Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will invest $119 billion USD into developing its own military weapons systems.
(2026-05-03). Trump says there is possibility US could restart strikes on Iran. al-monitor.com WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, May 2 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters on Saturday that there is the possibility the United States could restart strikes on Iran.Trump was responding to a reporter's question at West Palm Beach in Florida.(Reporting by David Brunnstrom)…
(2026-05-03). "Get Rid of the Department of Climate Change" : Aussie One Nation's Condition for a Future Coalition Government Deal. wattsupwiththat.com One Nation, which is riding high in national polls, has laid out a hard condition for supporting any future right wing Aussie coalition government.
(2026-05-03). Trump's US troop removal from Germany rebuked by Republicans, Nato. scmp.com A new US drawdown of roughly 5,000 troops from Germany over the next year prompted strong questions from both Nato allies and Republicans in Congress. | A Nato spokesperson said the defence alliance is looking for details on the US effort, which was announced on Friday, adding that Washington's move underscores the need for Europe to continue to invest more in its own defence.
(2026-05-03). Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US. aljazeera.com Purchase includes two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
(2026-05-03). KCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test: List of Candidates Published. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published on its official website the list of candidates eligible to appear in the Karnataka UGCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test along with the list of non-eligible candidates.
(2026-05-03). OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas but stays mum on UAE pull-out. al-monitor.com Saudi Arabia, Russia and five other OPEC+ countries increased their oil production quota on Sunday in an expected move aimed at demonstrating continuity at the cartel after the shock withdrawal of the United Arab Emirates.The seven major producers will add 188,000 barrels per day to their total production quota for June amid the price pressure unleashed by the Mideast war, as part of "their collective commitment to support oil market stability", according to a statement published by OPEC+.
(2026-05-03). 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!
(2026-05-03). Is the DNC Giving Kamala Harris a Boost for 2028? indybay.org Deep-sixing actual history of the 2024 election…
(2026-05-03). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-03). asks an unsettling question: How far would Jews go to survive Nazi rule? haaretz.com New documentary series 'Collaborators' shines a light on the court trials of survivors who collaborated with the Nazis to save themselves or their families. 'What would I have done?' a co-creator asks…
(2026-05-03). Delhi: Blaze in Vivek Vihar building leaves 9 dead. ummid.com At least 9 people have died after fire broke out in a 4-storey residential building in Vivek Vihar area of Delhi's Shahdara Sunday May 03, 2026.
(2026-05-03). Carlos Prates punishes Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Fight Night Australia. aljazeera.com Brazil's Prates crushes hometown hero Maddalena in the Perth fight; challenges the winner of Makhachev vs Garry.
(2026-05-03). Suspected hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship leaves 3 dead. scmp.com A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus infection on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean killed three people, including an elderly married couple, and sickened at least three others, the World Health Organization and South Africa's Department of Health said on Sunday. | The WHO said an investigation was under way, but that at least one case of hantavirus had been confirmed. One of the patients was in intensive care in a South African hospital, the UN health agency said, and it was working with…
(2026-05-03). Amendments Protecting Pro-Palestine Speech in California Schools Face Backlash. truthout.org A bill introduced in the California legislature meant to help ensure open discussion in the state's public schools and protect teachers from attacks is facing intense backlash and demands for its withdrawal from pro-Israel groups. Assembly Bill (AB) 2159 would make targeted amendments to a school discrimination law passed year. That law, AB 715, was championed by California's Legislative… |
(2026-05-03). Gantz ally quits Blue and White as party struggles to pass electoral threshold. haaretz.com The departure of one of the party leader's closest allies underscores Blue and White's decline, with recent polls projecting its failure to cross the electoral threshold…
(2026-05-03). All those Starbucks ads you're seeing? There's a reason for that! wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Welcome to Solidarity Saturday, your weekly highlight reel and shortcut to staying plugged in. Yesterday was May Day, International Workers Day, and allies showed up by flyering at rallies across the country. Workers everywhere are fighting the same fight. We're better at this when we do it together. And …
(2026-05-03). Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco. geo.tv 
American and Moroccan soldiers during African Lion joint military exercises. — X/ @USAfricaCommandTwo US service members participating in the African Lion joint military exercises were reported missing near the city of Tan Tan in southern Morocco, the US Africa Command and the…
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). Telangana SSC Result 2026 Announced, Check List of Toppers. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana has declared today i.e. Wednesday April 29, 2026 the TS SSC (Class 10) 2026 examination result and score card on its official website bse.telangana.gov.in based on which the Merit List and Toppers Names have also been made public.
(2026-05-03). Two women die on migrant boat seeking to reach UK. geo.tv 
Migrants in a small wooden boat wait to be rescued by the German NGO migrant rescue ship Sea-Watch 3 in international waters off the coast of Libya, in the western Mediterranean Sea, August 1, 2021. — ReutersTwo young women believed to be of Sudanese origin died Sunday while trying…
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). UK to include aviation and shipping in future carbon budgets. wattsupwiththat.com As we have no control over international and shipping, all this means that we will have to cut emissions even further domestically.
(2026-05-03). As Nuclear Arms Race Returns, Is Non-Proliferation Treaty Still Relevant? popularresistance.org The 11th Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons opened Monday at United Nations headquarters in New York. For 25 days, representatives of 191 states-parties will negotiate over the future of a treaty that has served as the cornerstone of global nuclear order since 1970. The stakes could not be higher, and the system has never looked more fragile. | For the first time in decades, the number of nuclear warheads in the world is rising. Global military spending soared to $2.7 trillion last year, which is thirteen times the total amount of global development assistance, roughly equ…
(2026-05-03). Changing Landscape of West Asian Defence and Security. ummid.com The old framework of rigid alliances in West Asia is giving way to overlapping security partnerships, strategic hedging, internal military modernization, and new calculations shaped as much by technology and economics as by traditional geopolitics.
(2026-05-03). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). May Day Demonstrations In Europe. popularresistance.org Hundreds of thousands of people participated in May 1 mobilizations across Europe, amid ongoing rearmament and governments' unwillingness to respond to workers' demands for better working conditions and investment in public services. | Marches and demonstrations took place in most countries of the region, with trade unions emphasizing that deteriorating living standards and armament are intrinsically linked, insisting on an agenda of solidarity, peace and social justice. "USB recognizes a direct connection between war and material conditions," the Italian grassroots union Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) stated, ec…
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). On World Press Freedom Day, Pope honours journalists killed in war zones. aljazeera.com Pope Leo XIV asks faithful to remember journalists who have lost their lives pursuing the truth.
(2026-05-03). Restoring Democratic Accountability: How to Fulfill a Better, No-Party System. fairobserver.com Modern democracies appear increasingly divided, yet the causes of that division are often misunderstood. Public debate focuses on culture wars, misinformation and voter behavior, while overlooking a more fundamental factor: the structure of the political system itself. Permanent party structures now do more to weaken democracy than to sustain it, and that representative government can…
(2026-05-03). Arab Israeli man with special needs shot dead in suspected gang killing. haaretz.com The victim was named as Hadi Suwaed. Police suspect he was shot as part of a conflict between crime organizations…
(2003-05-26). Joint statement: Drop charges against Kokila Annamalai in Singapore. links.org.au 
Singaporean abolitionist activist Kokila Annamalai Parvathi faces up to 12 months in prison and a S$20,000 fine for speaking out about the cruelties of the death penalty regime.
(2026-05-03). Search launched for US soldiers missing in Morocco during African Lion exercise. scmp.com Two US service members are missing in southwestern Morocco after taking part in annual multinational military exercises in the North African country, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said on Sunday. | The service members are US Army soldiers who went missing while on a hike, a US defence official told Associated Press on condition of anonymity as they were not allowed to speak publicly about the issue.
(2026-05-03). Ukrainian Drone Strikes Hit Russia's Primorsk Port in Major Wave Attack. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukrainian drones attacked the Russian Baltic Sea port of Primorsk on Sunday, causing a fire that was quickly extinguished, according to local governor Alexander Drozdenko. He reported that over 60 drones were intercepted in Russia's Leningrad region, and there was no oil spill from the attack on Primorsk, which can export up to 1 million …
(2026-05-03). Egypt must hold sexual abusers to account, not label them sick. newarab.com 
(2026-05-03). 'Prince of Arab Song' Hany Shaker dies at 74 after long illness. newarab.com 
Egyptian singer Hany Shaker, one of the Middle East's most famed music icons, passed away at 74 on Sunday after battling a long illness. | The musician died at a hospital in Paris where he was undergoing medical treatment. His death followed a rapid deterioration in his condition which saw respiratory complications and severe colon problems, according to Egyptian media. | He had shown relative improvement before suffering a sudden relapse that kept him in intensive care. | His body will be returned to Egypt where he will be buried. | Social media flooded with heartfelt messages of condolences. | Mourning his fath…
(2026-05-03). ALBA-TCP calls on the international community to oppose threats against Cuba. radiohc.cu The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-Peoples' Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) over the weekend called on the international community to resolutely oppose the threat or use of force by the United States against Cuba. | The integration bloc expressed in a statement its deep concern and firm rejection of the escalating declarations by the U.S. government that "threaten the use of force against the sister Republic of Cuba," in a regional context marked by growing tensions that compromise the peace and stability of Latin America and the Caribbean. | Faced with this situation, the Alliance reaffirmed its comm…
(2026-05-03). OPEC+ to make first post-UAE production decision. al-monitor.com Seven OPEC+ members are meeting Sunday to make their first decision on oil-production quotas since the United Arab Emirates' departure from the cartel, which added to the soaring price pressure unleashed by the Mideast war.The UAE, one of the world's top producers, announced April 28 it was withdrawing from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the expanded OPEC+ group, after chafing at their production quotas. The withdrawal took effect on Friday.
(2026-05-03). Talk World Radio: John Reuwer on Being Kidnapped at Sea by Israel. warisacrime.org 
AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we speak with John Reuwer, just freed after having been kidnapped at sea by the Israeli military. John Reuwer is Treasurer and a Member of the Board of Directors …
(2026-05-03). 'Utter Injustice': Outrage as Modi Govt Hikes Hajj 2026 Airfare. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government is facing outrage after the Ministry hiked airfare of the pilgrims going to Makkah for Hajj 2026 by 10,000 rupees.
(2026-05-03). Ghost Operators: How Israeli telecoms were exploited to track citizens worldwide. haaretz.com Report shows how an SMS exploit turns smartphones into tracking devices — and how 4G and 5G networks are abused…
(2026-05-03). Socialist Equality Party intervenes at Unite event in Barnsley marking centenary of 1926 General Strike. wsws.org An SEP stall next to Glass Works Square, where the rally assembled, promoted the party's public meetings this month across the UK.
(2026-05-03). Sudan strike kills nine relatives of army-backed militia chief. newarab.com 
The sources said the strike, which occurred at about 22: 00 local time (2000 GMT) on Saturday, hit the family house of Abu Aqla Kaykal, commander of the Sudan Shield Forces, in the village of al-Kaheli, around 40 kilometres (25 miles) east of Wad Madani, the capital of Al-Jazirah state in central Sudan. | They blamed the a…
(2026-05-03). Israel To Buy Extra F-15IA And F-35I Squadrons. twz.com 
After years of high-tempo operations in the Middle East, the Israeli Air Force is set to get two new fighter squadrons, one each of the
(2026-05-03). China's security model blends tech, community, and digital growth. moderndiplomacy.eu China currently boasts one of the lowest rates of homicide, violent crime, and gun and explosive incidents globally. The Chinese-style sense of security is a comprehensive system integrating advanced technology, community engagement, and continuous improvement in living standards. This has positioned China as one of the safest countries in the world, according to the 2025 …
(2026-05-03). U.S.-Africa Business Summit: Empowering Connections and Opportunities. moderndiplomacy.eu Within the heightening of geopolitical tension, the United States is actively building diversified entrepreneurial partnerships with African countries, reviewing and restyling working relations with relevant institutions, and adopting new policy frameworks largely based on African-led initiatives. The economic policy architecture concentrates more on bilateral partnerships, but with some variation of investments in infrastructure and exploiting …
(2026-05-03). Two women die in attempted Channel crossing from France to UK. aljazeera.com Women die after boat carrying 82 people has engine trouble and runs aground near Calais, French authorities say.
(2026-05-03). US midterm race enters last six months with Congress at stake. geo.tv 
The US Capitol Building and Library of Congress in Washington, DC, US, April 16, 2026. — ReutersWASHINGTON: The battle for control of the US Congress entered its final six months on Sunday, with midterm elections in November that could reshape President Donald Trump's second term…
(2026-05-03). Manipur Violence And A Nation's Fading Attention. ummid.com Manipur does not need occasional outrage, it needs sustained attention, accountability, and action.
(2026-05-03). US conditions over armed groups complicates Iraqi govt formation. newarab.com 
Conditions placed by Washington on Iraqi prime minister-designate Zaidi's appointment came after a months-long political deadlock where rival parties failed to agree on a new premier and amid US pressure to exclude Nouri al-Maliki, who is considered to be aligned with Ira…
(2026-05-03). Ben-Gvir celebrates birthday with cake decorated with death penalty noose. aljazeera.com Ben-Gvir celebrated his 50th birthday with a cake referencing the newly-passed death penalty for Palestinian detainees.
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). The World's Most Unbelievable Science Fiction Novel. fairobserver.com Honestly, I can't believe I'm in this world of ours (or do I mean his?). Yes, this very one and no other! Almost a quarter of a century after, in response to the September 11 attacks, the United States launched its war in Afghanistan that would last a mere 20 years until US President Donald…
(2026-05-03). Qatar rejects report that it backed ICC chief against Netanyahu. newarab.com 
Qatar has rejected reports by The Wall Street Journal which claimed that it had offered to protect the "Recent attempts to implicate Qatar in improper discussions with officials of the Internationa…
(2026-05-03). Who is Cherie DeVaux, the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby? aljazeera.com DeVaux-trained Golden Tempo beats the odds to give jockey Jose Ortiz a win in the derby for the first time.
(2026-05-03). Vigilantes in Nigeria kill herders amid jihadist tensions, kidnapping gangs. scmp.com A state-backed Nigerian militia, operating alongside the military, killed scores of ethnic Fulani herders in a raid, local sources have told journalists. | The herders were killed in an operation that also involved vigilantes from Benin, just across the border from Niger State, after the herders were accused of being informants for the jihadist group Ansaru.
(2026-05-03). Climate Change Weekly 578— Countries and Industries Are Abandoning or Reducing Net-Zero Commitments. wattsupwiththat.com Since the swearing-in of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States, climate alarmism and the political machinations in the public and private sector it spawned have experienced the death of a thousand cuts, described for centuries as a favorite torture method of the Chinese.
(2026-05-03). Teen F1 leader Antonelli takes Miami pole as race start time changed. aljazeera.com Threat of heavy rainstorm in Miami causes organisers to move up race start time to 17: 00 GMT on Sunday.
(2026-05-03). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-03). IDF fire kills Palestinian, wounds four in Nablus, Ramallah officials say. haaretz.com Palestinian officials say a 26-year-old, whose wife gave birth the same day, was shot while shopping for baby clothes. An Israeli security source told Haaretz that the incident began when residents rioted and threw stones at an IDF force…
(2026-05-03). Paramilitary forces drone strike kills 5 near Sudan capital. newarab.com 
The attack on Saturday morning hit a vehicle that was traveling from the White Nile province to Omdurman, the sister city of the capital, Emergency Lawyers, a rights group tracking violence against civilians, said in a s…
(2026-05-03). Two women suffocate on migrant boat seeking to reach UK. al-monitor.com Two young Sudanese women appear to have suffocated to death on Sunday while trying to reach Britain from northern France in a small boat crammed with more than 80 people including pregnant women and children, officials said.This was the third such tragedy in just over a month.The women, aged around 20, were aboard a small boat carrying 82 people that set out to sea south of the town of Neufchatel-Hardelot, Christophe Marx, a local government official, told reporters.
(2026-05-03). Pa. Gov. Shapiro says regulated utility system is 'broken'. 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?
| In a letter sent to 24 electric, gas and water utilities, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told the companies' CEOs that "the 20th century utility model is broken — we can no longer simply prioritize corporate profitability to drive infrastructure devel…
(2026-05-03). Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15I aircraft from US. al-monitor.com JERUSALEM, May 3 (Reuters) – Israel gave final approval for a plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15Ia aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing in a deal worth tens of billions shekels, the defence ministry said on Sunday. (Reporting by Steven Scheer, Editing by William Maclean)…
(2026-05-03). Ben-Gvir celebrates birthday with golden noose cake, far-right crowd. haaretz.com Senior Israel police officers attended after the far-right minister's invitation, alongside district commanders, the prisons chief, activist Benzi Gopstein — convicted of incitement to terrorism — and aide Osher Gabay, convicted of assaulting a Palestinian…
(2026-05-03). Ronaldo, King take Al-Nassr closer to SPL 2025-26 title. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's leadership as well as football skills were on full display again on Wednesday April 29, 2026 as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Ahli Saudi FC in the 30th round of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26.
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). World may find itself 'in a very Chinese time' of data governance. scmp.com At the end of March, China inaugurated the World Data Organisation in Beijing, a body with a stated mission of "bridging the data divide, unlocking data's value and powering the digital economy". | The move is the latest signal of a broader trend: over the past several years, Beijing has developed a distinct data governance strategy to drive artificial intelligence (AI) development as it reshapes the terms of technological competition.
(2026-05-03). Melenchon confirms 2027 run as France prepares for post-Macron era. scmp.com Jean-Luc ‚Å Melenchon, the leading figure in ‚Å the hard-left France Unbowed (La France Insoumise) political party, will stand in next year's presidential election, he said on Sunday. | "Yes, I am a candidate," Melenchon told TF1 ‚ÄåTV. | Melenchon, 74, has been a fixture of the French left for decades, holding ministerial posts in past governments when he was a Socialist Party member.
(2026-05-03). IAEA says a drone targeted Zaporizhzhia nuclear power external radiation control laboratory. al-monitor.com May 3 (Reuters) – The Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine informed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Sunday that a drone had targeted its external radiation control laboratory.There were no reported injuries and it was not yet known if the strike damaged the lab, which is located outside the nuclear power plant's perimeter, according to the IAEA.An IAEA team at the site has requested access to the lab, Director General Rafael Grossi said, reiterating that any attacks near nuclear sites can pose nuclear safety risks.
(2003-05-26). Kostyuk claims first Madrid Open title. tribune.com.pk 
Marta Kostyuk defeated Mirra Andreeva 6-3, 7-5 to win the Madrid Open for the first time on Saturday. | It was world number 23 Kostyuk's first trophy at WTA 1000 level and her second title of the season. | She became only the second player outside of the top 20 to win the Madrid Open, in her third final of an impressive 2026 thus far. | "It feels unbelievable to stand here right now," said Kostyuk, holding the trophy. | "It took me many years to reach this point and the one word I think about right now is consistency ⚪ showing up every day no matter how hard it is, no matter how much you love or hate what you…
(2026-05-03). Minister who serves Starmer has the gall to call Polanski 'unfit'. thecanary.co 
Despite serving the UK's most unpopular PM since polling began, Alexander had the gall to describe Green Party leader Zack Polanski as "unfit" on Sunday 3 May: .@Heidi_Labour says Zack Polanski is unfit to lead a political party. Unlike Zack, she supports & arms a regime thats murdered journalists, bombed hospitals, burnt people alive in […] | By
(2026-05-03). How we treat cats shows the health of a nation. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-03). 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'.
(2026-05-03). Madison, July 19, 2026: Big Ride for Palestine! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-03). Chanda Prescod-Weinstein on Cosmic Wonder as Resistance to Despair. truthout.org Do you ever feel like your imagination is being pummeled by an endless churn of bad news? Depressing headlines, hateful rhetoric, and dire predictions can leave us locked in a cycle of painful reaction. How can we envision a way forward without minimizing the harsh realities of the present? Chanda Prescod-Weinstein's new book, The Edge of Space-Time: Particles, Poetry, and the Cosmic Dream Boogie… |
(2026-05-03). 2 dead after boat runs aground in France in failed crossing to UK. scmp.com A small boat carrying migrants trying to cross the English Channel ran aground on a beach in northern France, leaving two dead and 16 people injured, including three with serious burns, authorities said on Sunday. | The vessel, carrying 82 people, set out overnight from Hardelot beach, a few kilometres south of the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer, but the engine failed and it began to drift, Christophe Marx, Secretary General of the Pas-de-Calais prefecture, told reporters.
(2026-05-03). Two arrested on suspicion of shooting air gun at protesters in Sheva. haaretz.com Protesters testified that a black car drove slowly past the demonstration, fired at them, and hit one of the protesters. 'The car's passenger pulled something long out of the window. I heard a noise and felt something hit my sign,' said one protester…
(2026-05-03). At Philly's Fabric Workshop, Jesse Krimes turns incarcerated people's memories into quilts. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? When Jesse Krimes was incarcerated in 2009 for a five-year sentence for drug possession, he made artwork. He started an ambitious and visionary patchwork mural while in solitary confinement, which was later shown publicly. Once out of solitary, he found other artists inside. | "The thing that was truly powerful that I learned when I was inside and met the guys that I was with — it's like, we bonded, we shared conversation, talked about family, talked about aspirations,…
(2026-05-03). Key member quits centrist party as it struggles in polls. haaretz.com The departure of one of the party leader's closest allies underscores Blue and White's decline, with recent polls projecting its failure to cross the electoral threshold…
(2026-05-03). Israeli Attack On Flotilla Violated UN Convention On The Law Of The Sea. popularresistance.org On Thursday, April 29, Israeli military forces illegally attacked vessels of the Global Samud Flotilla (GSF) while they were sailing on the high seas. Israeli commandos unlawfully seized 21 boats and abducted 177 flotilla participants, according to Nicole Schellekens, a Belgian GSF land-support person. | On May 1, the BBC reported that Israel released all but two of the detained participants in Greece. Thiago Avila and Said Abu Keshek remain in Israeli custody, and Israel has stated that it is transporting them to its territory. | Schellekens passed on a report that 34 of the abductees were physically abused by I…
(2026-05-03). Celebrating death: Ben-Gvir's birthday cake features noose. newarab.com 
Israel's extremist National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir celebrated his 50th birthday with a cake featuring a noose on it, in reference to a recent Some social media users said the cake was a gift from his wife, Ayala. | Accor…
(2026-05-03). Rubio to visit Rome, meet Pope Leo who has clashed with Trump. scmp.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Pope Leo on a trip to Rome this week, in the wake of the pontiff's clash with US President Donald Trump, a Vatican source said on Sunday. | The source confirmed Italian media reports about the meeting, which newspapers said would take place on Thursday in an attempt to "thaw" relations. | It comes just weeks after Trump's extraordinary criticism of Pope Leo over the Catholic leader's anti-war rhetoric.
(2026-05-03). Maharashtra HSC Result 2026 Date: May 02, Time: 01:00 PM. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Maharashrea HSC 12th result 2026.
(2026-05-03). Top US diplomat Rubio to meet with Pope Leo on Thursday, source says. al-monitor.com By Joshua McElweeVATICAN CITY, May 3 (Reuters) – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to travel to Italy this week to meet with Pope Leo, a Vatican source said on Sunday, as President Donald Trump's attacks against the Catholic pontiff have drawn criticism across the political spectrum.The meeting, the first known in-person encounter between Leo and a U.S. cabinet official in nearly a year, is expected to take place on Thursday, said a senior source familiar with the pope's plans, who asked not to be named as they were not authorised to speak on the matter.
(2026-05-03). Colombian president says military aggression against Cuba would be an aggression against Latin America. radiohc.cu 
Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected on Saturday Donald Trump's stated intention to "take control" of Cuba "almost immediately" through military means or pressure, and emphasized that such a step would constitute an aggression against the entire region. | "I do not agree with a military aggression against Cuba, because that would be a military aggression against Latin America," Petro wrote on his social media profile, emphasizing: "We said that the Caribbean is a zone of peace and that this must be respected." | The Colombian president said that Cubans "are the sole owners of their country" and that the Ame…
(2003-05-26). Napoli frustrate Como in Serie A stalemate. tribune.com.pk 
Napoli and Como drew 0-0 in Serie A on Saturday in a result that did little to further either of their ambitions for this season. | The draw will likely disappoint hosts Como the more as they now trail Juventus in the final Champions League spot by two points and the Old Lady can grow that advantage when they host Verona on Sunday. | Second-placed Napoli know their Serie A title defence is over with leaders Inter Milan, now nine points clear, needing just a draw from their remaining four fixtures to win the league. | Inter can claim the Scudetto on Sunday with three games to spare when they play mid-table Parm…
(2026-05-03). Canada shooting: Gunshots fired at 'Chai Sutta Bar Cafe' near Kapil Sharm's Kaps Cafe in Surrey, Bishnoi gang claims responsibility. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Gunshots were fired at Chai Sutta Bar Cafe in Canada's Surrey, located adjacent to Kapil Sharma's Kaps Cafe late Saturday night. The firing incident has raised fresh questions surroundi | Canada shooting: Gunshots fired at 'Chai Sutta Bar Cafe' near Kapil Sharm's Kaps Cafe in Surrey, Bishnoi gang claims responsibility…
(2026-05-03). 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.
(2026-05-03). Israeli forces kill one, injure four in latest West Bank raid. newarab.com 
Israeli forces killed a young Palestinian man during a military raid on the Soldiers stormed Nablus on Sunday afternoon and surrounded a building in the city centre, firing live ammunition, stun grenades and tear gas. | The Palestinian Red Crescent said Nayef Firas Ziad Samaro, 26, was killed by live fire during the operation. At least four othe…
(2026-05-03). 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…
(2026-05-03). The US vs Latin America: Varsha Gandikota and Susana Muhamad. aljazeera.com Gandikota asks Muhamad: What does the military‚Äëindustrial machine mean for the sovereignty of the Global South?>
(2026-05-03). US approves $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle East allies. aljazeera.com US State Department cites emergency circumstances to fast-track sales without the approval of Congress.
(2026-05-03). Settler threatens Palestinian children playing football with a gun. thecanary.co 
The Palestinian Football Association has documented a new incident reflecting the reality of daily harassment, after an armed Israeli settler threatened Palestinian children whilst they were playing football on a pitch in the southern West Bank. The incident, which the Association revealed in an official statement on its Facebook page and documented with a video […] | By
(2026-05-03). Germany: US troop drawdown should be a wake-up call for Europe. moderndiplomacy.eu A planned drawdown of 5,000 U. S. troops from Germany has prompted German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius to call on Europe to enhance its own defense capabilities. However, two prominent U. S. Republican lawmakers, Senator Roger Wicker and Representative Mike Rogers, have expressed concern about this reduction and argued that U. S. troops should not …
(2026-05-03). Trump Bypasses Congress on $8.6B Arms Deal. truthout.org As the U.S. voting public continues to express its discontent over the disastrous war of choice against Iran that U.S. President Donald Trump launched just over two months ago, fresh criticism followed after weekend reporting revealed the administration skirted congressional review to approve an $8.6 billion weapons deal with the United Arab Emirates and other allies in the Middle East. |
(2026-05-03). German chancellor plays down row with Trump in fallout from US troop withdrawal. scmp.com German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he must accept that US President Donald Trump does not share his opinions to work with the United States within Nato but stressed there ‚Äåwas no link between their rift and a planned troop drawdown. | Merz dismissed suggestions that his criticism of US war planning in Iran had sparked Washington's Friday announcement that the US would reduce its military presence in Germany, its largest European base, by 5,000 soldiers, and repeated his commitment to the…
(2026-05-03). Netanyahu's Ethnostate and the Greater Israel: A Biblical Mythology or a Geopolitical Project? moderndiplomacy.eu Greater Israel: Beyond Biblical Mythology, a Geopolitical Blueprint When Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich talks about expanding Israel's reach "to Damascus," or Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expresses personal attachment to broad territorial ambitions or Israel being not only a "regional superpower" but "in some respects, a global superpower," these are not just messianic daydreams. They …
(2026-05-03). UK PM says some pro-Palestinian marches could be banned. al-monitor.com Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview broadcast on Saturday that banning some pro-Palestinian marches could be justified, especially when they call for the intifada to spread.Labour leader Starmer is under pressure to act after a spate of antisemitic incidents, including this week, when two men were stabbed in the north London suburb of Golders Green, which is home to a large Jewish community.A 45-year-old British national who was born in Somalia was remanded in custody when he made his first appearance in court on Friday accused of attempted murder.
(2026-05-03). Manchester United vs Liverpool 3-2: Premier League — as it happened. aljazeera.com All the updates as United beat rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford to secure Champions League football next season.
(2003-05-26). A love story you can walk into. tribune.com.pk 
Authors usually want their readers to imagine the world presented in their novels. But Turkish Nobel laureate Orhan Pamuk asked them to literally walk into his. Most novels leave their worlds behind on the page. When the book closes, the characters and their belongings dissolve back into imagination. But in 2008, when Pamuk wrote The Museum of Innocence, he decided that his story should never ever disappear. He built a permanent home for it. Confused? Read on. | On one of the many cobbled streets in Istanbul, in a quiet corner stands a museum that displays the objects of a fictional love affair — an earr…
(2026-05-03). CA's Flawed Primary System Could Result in Deep-Blue State Electing GOP Governor. truthout.org With just weeks until California voters cast ballots for the next governor in the primary, five candidates are clustered atop the polling, each with at least 10 percent but less than 20 percent support among the electorate. A sixth candidate, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, is at 5 percent and has been gaining visibility in recent weeks. More than a quarter of the electorate has yet to make up its mind. |
(2026-05-03). Wan 2.7 Text-to-Video API: Balancing High-Fidelity Output with $0.08/sec Efficiency. moderndiplomacy.eu The evolution of generative AI in 2026 is defined by a transition from experimental visual effects to practical industrial applications. For media organizations and digital communicators, the challenge has moved beyond simply generating a video to achieving operational consistency and cost predictability. The emergence of the Wan 2.7 Video API ecosystem suggests a new standard …
(2026-05-03). Every Israel-Palestine Debate In A Nutshell. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Basically every Israel-Palestine debate goes like this: | "Israel did X." | "Yeah, because Hamas did Y." | "Yeah, because Israel did Z." | "Yeah but only because the Palestinians keep doing A." | "Okay but that's wouldn't have happened of the Israelis hadn't been doing B." | "But that only happened because the Arabs did C!" | But if you bring the debate back far enough in time, eventually you get to the part where the western world forcibly dropped a brand new ethnostate on top of a pre-existing civil…
(2026-05-03). Endangered Mexican Wolf Crosses From New Mexico Into Chihuahua. indybay.org Border Wall Construction Could Sever Link Between Populations…
(2026-05-03). Guerra con Irán dispara precios de fertilizantes y hunde capacidad adquisitiva de agricultores. cubadebate.cu La guerra con Irán y el consiguiente bloqueo del estrecho de Ormuz han desatado una severa crisis en el suministro global de fertilizantes, lo que amenaza directamente la seguridad alimentaria internacional. El aumento vertiginoso de los costos energéticos y las interrupciones en las rutas de exportación han reducido la capacidad adquisitiva de los agricultores.
(2026-05-03). Amplio rechazo suscita amenaza de agresión militar contra Cuba. radiohc.cu La Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos (ALBA-TCP) llamó este sábado a la comunidad internacional a oponerse resueltamente a la amenaza o uso de la fuerza de Estados Unidos contra Cuba. | El bloque de integración expresó en un comunicado su profunda preocupación y firme rechazo ante la escalada de declaraciones del gobierno estadounidense que "amenazan con el uso de la fuerza contra la hermana República de Cuba", en un contexto regional marcado por crecientes tensiones que comprometen la paz y la estabilidad de América Latina y el Caribe. | En igual sentido se…
(2026-05-03). UNE pronostica un déficit de 1470 MW en pico nocturno de este domingo. cubadebate.cu Con este pronóstico se prevé para el horario de máxima demanda una disponibilidad de 1760 MW con una demanda máxima de 3200 MW, para un déficit de 1440 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 1470 MW en este horario.
(2026-05-03). Simposio sindicalista culmina con un llamado a resistir la hegemonía digital. radiohc.cu sindicalistas | Osnay Miguel Colina Rodríguez, miembro del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la Comisión Organizadora del XXII Congreso de la Central de Trabajadores de Cuba (CTC), señaló que en la actualidad, el ejercicio del poder no se limita al control de los recursos materiales, sino que se despliega en la capacidad de producir sentido, fijar agendas y moldear percepciones colectivas. | Colina Rodríguez subrayó que en ese deseo de dominación, las potencias ven en el entorno digital una herramienta importante para influenciar política y culturalmente. | Destacó que para los pueblos…
(2026-05-03). Díaz-Canel: "Cuba no le fallará a la esperanza del mundo" cubadebate.cu Discurso pronunciado por Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, en la clausura del Encuentro Internacional de Solidaridad con Cuba, en el Palacio de Convenciones, el 2 de mayo de 2026, "Año del Centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz".
(2026-05-03). Pueblo de Estados Unidos junto a Cuba este el 1ro de Mayo. radiohc.cu 
Una delegación de más de 50 estadounidenses visitan La Habana con el propósito de participar en las actividades por el Primero de Mayo y en el Encuentro Internacional de Solidaridad que sesionó acompañado del Simposio Internacional de Trabajo Sindical. | Coordinado por el Comité Manos fuera de Cuba, en Los àÅngeles, la comitiva despliega una amplia agenda de visitas a instituciones de la educación, la cultura, el deporte, la ciencia y la salud, para proponer más acciones en contra del bloqueo y apoyar a la Revolución. Así lo destaca Cliff Smith, secretario tesorero, del sindicato de trabajadores reparadores…
(2026-05-03). Santiago Auserón a Cuba: Cambiaste mi vida con tus enseñanzas. cubadebate.cu La independencia política de Cuba es patrimonio histórico de todos los cubanos, no solo de los partidarios del castrismo, pero también, en cierto modo indirecto, de los latinoamericanos y de los españoles que compartimos lengua y cultura. La independencia económica está en disputa todavía, por obra de la malignidad de un prolongado embargo.
(2026-05-03). La "justicia" argentina intenta ocultar graves irregularidades en proceso contra Cristina. cubadebate.cu Empresarios que ahora denuncian aprietes judiciales. Están los que mintieron para no quedar presos y fueron liberados. Pero también los que se negaron a decir lo que el fiscal y el juez pretendían y fueron a la cárcel. Amenazas, robos, seguimientos y advertencias para "involucrar a De Vido y a Cristina".
(2026-05-03). Presidente de Colombia rechaza agresión militar contra Cuba. radiohc.cu El presidente de Colombia, Gustavo Petro, expresó este sábado su rechazo a cualquier intento de agresión militar contra Cuba, al considerar que ello representaría una agresión contra toda Latinoamérica. | En un mensaje publicado en su cuenta de la red social X, Petro recordó que el Caribe fue declarado zona de paz, subrayó que este principio debe respetarse, y que ´la paz en el continente americano solo será posible si nadie pretende imponerse sobre los demás. ª | Igualmente reafirmó que ´son los cubanos y cubanas los únicos dueños de su país. ª | "El continente americano es el continente de…
(2026-05-03). Premier polaco alerta sobre fractura de la OTAN tras retirada de tropas de EEUU. cubadebate.cu El primer ministro de Polonia, Donald Tusk, lanzó una severa advertencia sobre el estado de la Organización del Tratado del Atlántico Norte tras la decisión de Estados Unidos de retirar 5 000 soldados de Alemania. El jefe de Gobierno polaco expresó su honda preocupación por lo que calificó como un proceso de deterioro progresivo del bloque militar.
(2026-05-03). Holguín abre las puertas a nueva edición de las Romerías de Mayo. cubadebate.cu En esta ocasión y ante la difícil situación del país, caracterizada por el déficit de combustibles y electricidad, el festival de las juventudes artísticas tendrá dinámicas especiales en su programación sin perder la esencia que lo distingue. La agenda incluye el congreso de pensamiento Memoria Nuestra.
(2026-05-03). International Brigade of Solidarity with Cuba delivers medical supplies to Matanzas. radiohc.cu "Out with Trump, we don't want Trump in Cuba," declared Senira Beledelli, a Brazilian member of the International Brigade of Solidarity with Cuba First of May, one of the international organizations that is reaffirming its support for Cuba amidst the tense national situation. | In a cultural exchange held in the central Parque de la Libertad, Senira Beledelli told the press that the support for the island, provided by 22 Brazilians and more than 150 other brigadistas from over 20 nations, is a way of giving back all that the Caribbean nation has given for many years in terms of international aid, impacting sector…
(2026-05-03). Dos jóvenes madres son las beneficiarias de las primeras casas modulares a partir de contenedores inauguradas en La Habana. cubadebate.cu Asistió el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, a la entrega de las dos primeras viviendas concluidas en la capital según la tecnología basada en contenedores marítimos.
(2026-05-03). Estados Unidos responde a propuesta iraní de 14 puntos. cubadebate.cu Teherán confirmó este domingo que ya ha recibido, a través de Pakistán, la opinión de Washington sobre su propuesta de paz de 14 puntos. Según el portavoz del Ministerio de Exteriores, el documento está siendo evaluado por las autoridades iraníes y, una vez concluido el análisis interno, se emitirá la respuesta oficial.
(2026-05-03). Kai Rasmussen of WI BOPM at May Day Rally in Madison: 'Our promise to workers around the globe is this: We will continue to fight and we will bring our entire class with us!'. wibailoutpeople.org 
Speech at the opening May Day Rally at Library Mall at UW Madison, May 1, 2026. Event sponsored by: Voces de la Frontera (vdlf.org/) and many other union, community and student organizations including the South Central Federation of Labor (www.scfl.org/). _____ What's disgusting? Union Busting!What's disgusting? Union Busting! I'm Kai Rasmussen from Wisconsin Bail Out …
(2026-05-03). Humanitarian mission to Cuba organized from Barcelona. radiohc.cu Breaking the U.S. blockade and supplying photovoltaic panels to a pediatric hospital in Cuba are the objectives of a humanitarian mission that will set sail from Spain to the Caribbean island, Prensa Latina reported. | The flotilla, "To Cuba," will depart on May 10 from the port of Barcelona aboard the Astral, a ship belonging to the Open Arms association. The mission will last approximately one month, with the stages taking place from May 13th to the 28th, according to organizers' estimates. | The crew has scheduled stops in Valencia, Málaga, Cádiz, and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria before crossing the Atlantic.
(2026-05-03). REDH rechaza nuevas amenazas de Estados Unidos contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Red de Intelectuales, Artistas y Movimientos Sociales en Defensa de la Humanidad (REDH) denuncia las recientes amenazas militares del gobierno de Donald Trump contra Cuba, así como las nuevas sanciones que profundizan el bloqueo imperialista.
(2026-05-03). Nuevo accidente en la Autopista Nacional: no se registran fallecidos. cubadebate.cu Entre los lesionados se reportan siete menores de edad, de ellos tres lactantes. Según la clasificación de riesgo, tres pacientes se encuentran en código rojo, mientras que el resto permanece en código amarillo. La información fue confirmada por la doctora Ling Denisse Santeiro, directora del Hospital Provincial.
(2003-05-26). Barcelona on verge of Liga title. tribune.com.pk 
Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with late goals to earn them a 2-1 win at Osasuna on Saturday. | Elsewhere, Villarreal guaranteed themselves a Champions League qualification spot with a 5-1 romp over Levante in La Liga. | Diego Simeone rotated his whole team with the Champions League in mind as Atletico Madrid defeated Valencia 2-0 at Mestalla. | Catalan giants Barcelona moved 14 points clear of second-placed Real Madrid and will be crowned champions if their rivals drop points at Espanyol on Sunday. | Lewandowski headed home after 81 minutes to break the d…