(2026-06-02). The Strait of Hormuz: The Supply Chain Loop that broke the World. juancole.com The Conversation) — It took only five days after the
(2026-06-02). Australian government echoes US threats against China. wsws.org The Labor government and the fascistic Trump administration were as one at the forum in their denunciations of China and their plans for a further military build-up.
(2026-06-02). Workers and students in northern Sri Lanka oppose the US-Israeli war against Iran. wsws.org Opposition to the war is growing among workers and youth, who face soaring living costs and worsening social conditions.
(2026-06-02). Lebanon announces partial ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah but attacks continue. geo.tv 
Smoke rises in Lebanon following an air strike, as seen from the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, June 1, 2026. — ReutersLebanon says attacks will stop on Beirut and its suburbs.Fighting continues in southern Lebanon.Iran threatens to break off talks with US.
(2026-06-02). Bahrain: Migrant Workers, Harmed by Conflict, Get No Aid. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Smoke rises after Iran launched a missile attack targeting the headquarters of the US Navy Base in Manama, Bahrain about 3 mi/5 km away from Dry Dock Prison, February 28, 2026. | © 2026 Anadolu via Getty Images…
(2026-06-02). Trump blasts Netanyahu as Iran Talks Stall over Beirut. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Monday began with a The ministry accused the United States of repeatedly violating the ceasefire by its attacks on commercial Iranian shipping. Moreover, it said, Israe…
(2026-06-02). Prominent figures in Spain sign Manifesto for Cuba. radiohc.cu Numerous prominent figures from various sectors in Spain have released a Manifesto for Cuba and against the threat of military aggression by the United States. | According to José Manzaneda, coordinator of Cubainformación, in a statement sent to Prensa Latina, more than 120 members of Spanish universities, two former rectors, and scientific personnel from the CSIC (Spanish National Research Council) are mobilizing against military intimidation of Cuba. | Faced with the growing threats of military intervention from the Donald Trump administration, and the statements made by his Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, num…
(2026-06-02). President Trump attempts to end hostilities in Lebanon. aljazeera.com US President Trump claims a diplomatic breakthrough after speaking with Israeli PM to halt escalation toward Beirut.
(2026-06-02). Hezbollah, Israel accept US plan for limited truce in Lebanon. newarab.com 
Under the arrangement, which Hezbollah has accepted, according to a statement from the Lebanese embassy in Washington shar…
(2026-06-02). Thursday 6/18: Summer Workshops: Challenging Zionism in Schools. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/workshop26…
(2026-06-02). Sunday 6/28: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-06-02). Cuban president congratulates children on International Children's Day. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel congratulated Cuban children on Monday — International Children's Day. | "We congratulate Cuban girls and boys on International Children's Day. We care for and respect them for what they are: a treasure." | "José Martí aptly said that hope resides in them, and that they are the ones who know how to love; in this last definition, the Apostle was speaking of nobility, sincerity, and an inventiveness in the face of the world that adults should always contemplate and even imitate." | The president also referred to the Cuban government's commitment to "protect them from so much…
(2026-06-02). Wednesday 6/3: No War on Cuba! indybay.org at corner of Ocean and Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-06-02). No War on Cuba! in SF Action on Market & Powell. indybay.org Trump threatens Cuba in continuing aggression against perceived weaker nations…
(2026-06-02). Defend Cuba! SF Rally Against US Blockade Attacks On Cuba & Attacks On US Working People. indybay.org
(2026-06-02). Industriales y Las Tunas comparten la cima en IV Liga Élite del Béisbol Cubano. radiohc.cu Los Leñadores de Las Tunas doblegaron este lunes 6-4 a los Leones de Industriales en el estadio Latinoamericano, de La Habana, y forzaron un empate en la cúspide de la IV Liga Élite del Béisbol Cubano. | El equipo oriental borró el recuerdo reciente de tres derrotas en casa y consiguió su quinta victoria consecutiva en el torneo, justo cuando los Leones rugían con seis triunfos en fila y disfrutaban del trono en solitario, informa la agencia Prensa Latina. | El punto de quiebre llegó en el séptimo capítulo, cuando un racimo de cuatro carreras —bordado con el estruendo del cuadrangular de Yordanis Alarcón co…
(2026-06-02). Evento teórico sobre nexos fraternos entre àÅfrica y Cuba. radiohc.cu 
´Los vínculos entre Cuba y àÅfrica, no se han tejido al azar, sino en la solidaridad, en las luchas compartidas y en el respeto mutuo ª, aseguró Fernando González Llort, presidente del Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP) al dejar inaugurada la Conferencia: "Solidaridad, Historia y Horizontes Comunes". | La actividad ocurrió este lunes 1ro de junio, en la sede del ICAP, en saludo a la jornada por el Día de àÅfrica acontecido en el pasado mes para celebrar la fundación de la Unión Africana (UA) el 25 de mayo de 1963. | ´No sólo nos sentimos identificados con el continent…
(2026-06-02). Mintur desmiente noticias falsas sobre supuestas negociaciones. radiohc.cu El Ministerio de Turismo (Mintur), de Cuba, informó desde su perfil en la red social Facebook que son falsas las publicaciones digitales que intentan vincular al titular del ramo, Juan Carlos García Granda, con supuestas negociaciones con autoridades extranjeras en República Dominicana. | La institución precisó que tales afirmaciones carecen de veracidad y forman parte de intentos de manipular la realidad nacional. | García Granda reafirmó que Cuba mantiene un rumbo soberano y transparente en sus relaciones internacionales. | El organismo convocó a la ciudadanía y a los públicos internacionales a seguir siempre l…
(2026-06-02). Si Fidel es el caballo, Raúl es el más intrépido y valiente jinete. radiohc.cu Por: Miguel Barnet | Querido Raúl: | Los creadores de la Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba celebramos sus 95 años de vida ejemplar, consagrada a la defensa de nuestra patria a la cual ha entregado incondicionalmente su tiempo, compromiso y pasión revolucionaria. | Reciba este presente de quienes no olvidamos su sostenido apoyo a la creación artística en Cuba. | Tenemos muy en cuenta su reflexión acerca del rol de nuestra Unión que "continuará encarando con valentía, compromiso revolucionario e inteligencia, los complejos desafíos" de los tiempos actuales, cuando estamos "doblemente amenazados en el campo de…
(2026-06-02). Falleció destacado intelectual cubano Luis Eduardo àÅlvarez. radiohc.cu El Instituto Cubano del Libro (ICL) informó este lunes el fallecimiento en Brasil del poeta, crítico literario, investigador y académico cubano Luis Eduardo Rafael àÅlvarez àÅlvarez, doctor en Ciencias y doctor en Ciencias Filológicas. | La institución cultural precisó en su perfil en la red social Facebook, que àÅlvarez, nacido en Camagàºey en 1951, fue profesor en la Universidad de La Habana y desarrolló una extensa obra que abarcó el ensayo, la poesía, la edición crítica y la docencia. | Entre sus títulos más reconocidos se encuentran ´Estrofa, imagen, fundación: la oratoria de Jo…
(2026-06-02). Viceprimer ministro de Cuba llega a Japón para cumbre sobre los Océanos. radiohc.cu El viceprimer ministro de la República de Cuba, Eduardo Martínez Díaz llegó a Japón al frente de la delegación de su país que participará en la Cumbre de los Estados Insulares sobre los Océanos (ISOS), que se celebrará en Tokio del 2 al 4 de junio. | La representación cubana está integrada, además, por la directora general de Medioambiente de Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología y Medio Ambiente, CITMA, Odalys Goicochea, y la Dra. Marcia Cobas, asesora en la oficina del viceprimer ministro. | Martínez Díaz fue recibido por el presidente honorario de la Fundación Nippon, Yohei Sasakawa; el embajador para Diplomacia E…
(2026-06-02). Figuras del Ballet Nacional de Cuba en el Panamá Ballet Fest 2026. radiohc.cu Figuras de la talla de Viengsay Valdés, primera bailarina y directora general del Ballet Nacional de Cuba, entre otros destacados miembros de la compañía, son parte del catálogo del Panamá Ballet Fest 2026. | Las funciones serán del 4 al 7 de junio en el Teatro Aurea "Baby" Torrijos, en la Ciudad de las Artes, y también se espera la actuación de àÅnyelo Montero, Yankiel Vázquez, Alianed Moreno, Nadila Estrada y Alejandro Alderete. | Según un comunicado difundido por la agrupación, el programa que defenderán los cubanos incluye el Adagio de la Rosa, de La bella durmiente del bosque, en versión de Alicia Alon…
(2026-06-02). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Reviving classical wisdom for the 21st century. ecns.cn The Chinese Academy of Social Sciencesannounces that the second World Conference of Classical Studies will be held from June 9-10 at the century-old Academy of Athens.
(2026-06-02). Mexican protesters clash with police ahead of the 2026 World Cup. aljazeera.com Teachers marched in Mexico demanding better pay and pensions, warning of further protests ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
(2026-06-01). New measures to tackle flood risks. ecns.cn The Ministry of Water Resources has pledged to fully leverage the digital twin system it has developed to enhance flood forecasting, as parts of the country move into a critical flood period.
(2026-06-02). Norway salvages 18th-century shipwreck, recovers porcelain and chandelier. aljazeera.com Archaeologists recovered Chinese porcelain and European goods from an 18th-century shipwreck found in southern Norway.
(2026-06-02). Japan's carefully crafted image as friendly nation faces growing scrutiny. ecns.cn Japan has long promoted itself as a welcoming destination known for politeness and hospitality. But a recent online backlash against a Chinese couple's dance video near Mount Fuji has exposed an undercurrent of xenophobia and challenged that image.
(2026-06-02). Using AI to protect mental health. ecns.cn Beyond the gifts and the fun at amusement parks on International Children's Day, how can we lay a strong foundation for our children's mental health?
(2026-06-02). Serious Doubts Arise About Kew Temperature 'Records' as Recent UK Heatwave is Weaponised to Drive Net Zero. wattsupwiththat.com The observed changes in temperature over the past 30 years therefore owe more to flaws in measurement… rather than any wider anthropogenic effect. The uncritical adoption of the PRT technology, which conveniently reinforced what the modellers believed, now drives the Net Zero Cult.
(2026-06-02). US Defense Department bars journalists from its press office. aljazeera.com Media freedom advocates condemn move as latest effort to curtail independent reporting on the US military.
(2026-06-02). Singapore Airlines opens direct flight to Hangzhou. ecns.cn Singapore Airlines launched a new direct flight between Singapore and Hangzhou on Tuesday, marking its ninth passenger destination in the Chinese mainland, the carrier said.
(2026-06-01). Overseas investment regulation acclaimed. ecns.cn China's latest move to regulate outbound investment will bolster high-level opening-up, expand international investment cooperation and better safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies operating overseas, said market watchers and business leaders.
(2026-06-02). Denmark's prime minister secures third term after marathon talks. scmp.com Denmark's Social Democratic leader ‚Å Mette Frederiksen said on Monday ‚Å she has agreed to form a centre-left coalition government, maintaining her grip on power amid a crisis in ties with US President Donald Trump over the future of Greenland. | The deal to form a minority cabinet gives Frederiksen a third ‚Äåconsecutive term as prime minister, ending months of uncertainty after a March election in which 12 parties won seats in the Danish parliament.
(2026-06-02). Google parent Alphabet to sell $80bn in stock to fund AI plans. aljazeera.com US tech giant says fundraising drive includes deal to sell $10bn of stock to Berkshire Hathaway.
(2026-06-02). Floods sweep away more than 20,000 ducks in Hubei, sparking cross-regional search. ecns.cn More than 20,000 ducks raised by a farmer in central China's Hubei Province were swept away by floodwaters from the Fuhe River last Tuesday after heavy rainfall, prompting a cross-regional search involving residents, patrol teams, police and firefighters.
(2026-06-02). Monday 6/1: Press Conference – UAW Region 6 & UAW 4811: NO Support for Zionist Shill Scott Wiener. indybay.org UAW 4811 Berkeley Office | 2730 Telegraph Ave Floor 1 | Berkeley CA 94705…
(2026-06-02). Sunday 6/28: The Declaration of Independence Forum. indybay.org Online: meet.google.com/yix-dvdu-mqo…
(2026-06-02). Whale Deaths on Track to Make 2026 Among Deadliest Years on West Coast. indybay.org OAKLAND, Calif., May 28, 2026 — At least 51 whales have died along the West Coast already this year, according to an analysis of public data and media reports by the Center for Biological Diversity. If whale deaths continue at this rate, 2026 could rank among the deadliest years for West Coast whales — second only to 2019, when a record-setting 122 whales died.
(2026-06-02). Sunday 6/14: Rise Up, Sing Out! 1st Amendment Freedoms Concert – Nationwide Watch Parties & Protests. indybay.org NYC concert; | Nationwide protest rallies and concert watch events…
(2026-06-02). A Warning to the Civilian Community: Active Threat from the JBLM DES. indybay.org AS LONG AS JBLM DES ABUSE, CORRUPTION, AND RETALIATION CONTINUE WE WILL EXERCISE OUR 1ST AMENDMENT RIGHTS AND FULFILL OUR MORAL AND ETHICAL DUTY TO SPEAK OUT AND PROTEST THIS THREAT TO OUR COMMUNITY.
(2026-06-02). Ukraine repatriates the remains of Nazi collaborator Andriy Melnyk. wsws.org In reburying and celebrating this Nazi criminal as a hero, the ruling class is attempting to reanimate the political corpse of fascism.
(2026-06-02). More than 4.5 million Canadians living in poverty. wsws.org At least 11 percent of all Canadians, 11.5 percent of children, and more than 25 percent of all "unattached individuals" under the age of 64 are living in poverty, according to a recent government report.
(2026-06-02). US Secretary of War again targets China at Shangri-La Dialogue. wsws.org Far from being a force for stability and peace, as Hegseth claimed, the US is on a global military rampage in open violation of international law and without any mandate from the UN or the US Congress.
(2026-06-02). The American Axle strike and the revolt of the auto parts workers. wsws.org The walkout by members of UAW Local 2093 is part of a growing revolt among auto parts workers, who are fighting to overturn decades of UAW-backed concessions.
(2026-06-02). China's first online departure tax refund store opens in Beijing. ecns.cn Beijing's tax authorities announced on Tuesday that China's first online departure tax refund store has launched in the capital.
(2026-06-02). Monday 6/1: Court Support for Stop AI Activist. indybay.org McAllister St & Polk St…
(2026-06-02). China the global hub of EV development. ecns.cn Automakers are increasingly turning to China to revive legacy brands and accelerate their transition to electrification, marking a structural shift in the global auto industry.
(2026-06-02). Hailstorm hits Denver and causes widespread disruption. aljazeera.com A powerful hailstorm swept through the US city of Denver, bringing hailstones reportedly as large as golf balls.
(2026-06-02). 30 Indian truck drivers arrested for living and working illegally in US, to be deported. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Around 30 Indian nationals living illegally in the United States have been arrested as part of a federal enforcement operation targeting undocumented commercial truck drivers and are expected to face deportation. | According to the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Border Patrol agents from the Yuma Sector in Arizona carried out "Operation Checkmate" between May 11 and May 15, leading to the arrest of 52 people found to be unlawfully present in the country. Among them were 36 individuals operating semi-trucks. | Of the 36 truck drivers arrested, 30 were Indian citizens, while the remaining s…
(2026-06-02). Can US and India Forge a 'Big, Beautiful' Energy Deal? wattsupwiththat.com A U.S.-India alliance would strike at the heart of the corrupt climate lobby. By trading massive quantities of fossil fuels, it would break a stranglehold on energy policy that climate alarmists have long sought to make permanent.
(2026-06-02). SEP (Australia) meetings oppose Iran war and austerity offensive against working class. wsws.org The final meeting in the series will be held Saturday June 6 at the University of Newcastle and online.
(2026-06-01). NCD Convention promotion event held in Chongqing. ecns.cn "From Chongqing to Accra: The UN Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents to Build a New Inclusive Global Trade Prospect" promotion event was held in Chongqing on Monday. The event was co-hosted by the Chongqing Municipal People's Government and the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL).
(2026-06-02). Chinese corner event connects international students. ecns.cn International faculty and students from Tongji and Sanming universities has met for a dynamic Chinese Language Corner event themed "Shared Future, Shared Fortune".
(2026-06-02). A Crisis more Dangerous than Hormuz: Israeli Designs on Al-Aqsa. juancole.com This is not a diplomatic manoeuvre. It is the culmination of a systematic…
(2026-06-02). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-06-02). Senegal president names government, boycotted by ally-turned-rival. aljazeera.com Ousted PM says his party, which holds the parliamentary majority, will not participate in the new government.
(2026-06-02). Left Voice's "united front" aims to prop up the union bureaucracy and Democratic Party. wsws.org Left Voice's publication of an article by DSA member Joe Wrote—who celebrated Trotsky's murder with an ice-pick tweet— exposes the politics behind the organization's call for a "united front" with the Democratic Party-aligned pseudo-left.
(2026-06-01). Jinjiang model still shaping China's growth. ecns.cn More than 47 years ago, Hong Zhaoshe started a clothing business with little more than a wooden door panel for a workbench, a single sewing machine and less than 300 yuan ($44) to his name. Like many small workshop owners in China at the time, he cut, sewed and sold garments himself, often sleeping just two hours a day.
(2026-06-02). Saturday 6/6: Suds, Snacks and Socialism ⚪ Seize the Time! The Need for Left Unity Now. indybay.org Starry Plough Pub – 3101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley | Also viewable online via Zoom…
(2026-06-02). Israel, Hezbollah clash overnight ahead of US-hosted talks. newarab.com 
Israel and Hezbollah clashed overnight despite
(2026-06-02). WHO chief calls for reconsidering travel ban as DR Congo fights Ebola. ecns.cn World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Saturday called on countries that have imposed travel bans or closed borders in response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda to reconsider such measures.
(2026-06-02). Fascistic candidate tied to paramilitaries leads first round of Colombian elections. wsws.org The runoff election in the third-largest country in Latin America, a long-standing hub for US operations, has started with allegations of fraud and appeals for military intervention.
(2026-06-02). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-06-02). Chinese researchers achieve world's first pig-to-human liver, double-kidney transplant. ecns.cn A university in South China announced on Monday that a research team led by Sun Xuyong has successfully transplanted a complete pig liver and two pig kidneys into a single human recipient.
(2026-06-02). China unveils regulation on outbound investment. ecns.cn The regulation aims to promote the country's high-standard opening-up and the high-quality development of its outbound investment, protect the legitimate rights and interests of investors and their outbound investment, and safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests.
(2026-06-02). One blade of grass, three generations: Xinjiang's eyebrow tradition challenges claims of 'cultural erasure'. ecns.cn In Hotan, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the tradition of using usma grass to nourish and tint eyebrows has been passed down for more than two centuries. In 2013, it was officially recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of Xinjiang.
(2026-06-02). Hong Kong asks CMSA to arrange space class with Shenzhou-23 astronaut Lai Ka-ying. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has asked the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) to arrange a space class for local students featuring Shenzhou-23 astronaut Lai Ka-ying.
(2026-06-02). Friday 6/26: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-06-02). Mozambique says 5 citizens killed in 'xenophobic attacks' in South Africa. aljazeera.com The violence prompted 300 Mozambicans to return home over the weekend.
(2026-06-02). Saturday 6/6: Author Cole Nicole LeFavour to discuss their new memoir IN THE ARMS OF MOUNTAINS. indybay.org Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore | 2904 College Ave | Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-06-02). Woman assaulted by Dutch police at asylum centre speaks to Al Jazeera. aljazeera.com Malak Mahmoud, the pregnant woman filmed being thrown to the ground by a Dutch police officer has spoken to Al Jazeera.
(2026-06-02). India's Zee Entertainment signs World Cup 2026 broadcast deal with FIFA. aljazeera.com Zee will broadcast the 2026 and 2030 World Cups and the 2027 Women's World Cup among 39 FIFA tournaments until 2034.
(2026-06-02). Gunman kills six family members, then himself, in eastern Iowa: police. geo.tv 
(2026-06-02). Chinese, foreign media tour Hangzhou to explore tech and industrial innovation. ecns.cn Chinese and foreign media jointly learned about Zhejiang's sci-tech and industrial innovation progress during a media trip to Zhejiang province organized by the State Council Information Office (SCIO).
(2026-06-02). Chinese authorities warn of rising flood risks across south as annual flood season begins. ecns.cn China officially entered its annual flood season on June 1, with authorities warning of heightened flood risks across southern regions and forecasting possible flooding above warning levels in several major river systems this month, according to media reports.
(2026-06-02). India-US trade deal: Trump sends team to Delhi for big move after suffering tariff blow from courts. hindustantimes.com India and the United States have begun a crucial new round of trade talks in New Delhi aimed at finalising an interim trade pact and advancing a broader bilateral agreement. With market access, tariffs, and investment cooperation on the table, the outcome could shape the future of India-U.S. economic ties.
(2026-06-02). Landlord endangers tenants in condemned 292-unit apartment complex in Kalamazoo, Michigan. wsws.org After months of complaints, a coverup and a 20-day delay by the landlord to acknowledge that the complex had been condemned by local building officials, residents of Wildwood Off Main apartments in Kalamazoo were abruptly forced to vacate their residences in the 292-unit complex.
(2026-06-02). South Africa's World Cup delegation departs for Mexico without coach. aljazeera.com Bafana Bafana's departure was delayed due to non-issuance of visas for several players and support staff.
(2026-06-02). Saturday 6/20: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-06-02). Culture-driven rural development highlighted at event in Beijing's Tongzhou. ecns.cn An event on applying Beijing Studies to rural revitalization was held in Derenwu village, Yongledian town of Beijing's Tongzhou district, from May 26 to 27.
(2026-06-02). China's visa-free policy to South America marks first anniversary as travel continues to grow. ecns.cn China's visa-free policy for citizens of five South American countries — Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay — marked its first anniversary Saturday, with inbound tourism through Shanghai continuing to rise.
(2026-06-02). People punished for cyberbullying flood-relief village official over 'gold earrings'. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have imposed administrative penalties on several individuals for cyberbullying a female village official who was praised for her flood-relief work, after she was targeted online for wearing what some claimed were expensive gold earrings, the Ministry of Public Security said on Tuesday.
(2026-06-02). Parks breathe fresh impetus into economies. ecns.cn Fine spring sunshine, burgers sizzling on grills and the beat of a rock band pulsing across Beijing's Chaoyang Park set a festive mood as the Juicy Burger Festival was in full swing during last month's May Day holiday.
(2026-06-02). Tuesday 6/2: Fishing Mission Creek, a free walking tour. indybay.org Starts at Mission Dolores, 3321 16th Street | We meet on the basilica steps on Dolores Street | (guide will be wearing a California Republic bicycle cap)…
(2026-06-02). "It requires a fight" : NYC transit worker speaks out on contract demands. wsws.org Around 40,000 subway and bus workers in New York City's Metropolitan Transit Authority remain on the job more than two weeks after their collective bargaining agreement expired.
(2026-06-02). Sunday 6/7: Vigil for Marin Residents Detained by ICE. indybay.org We will be gathering in front of the Marin County jail at the Civic Center in San Rafael…
(2026-06-02). Saturday 6/13: Human Banner on Ocean Beach. indybay.org Ocean Beach – Stairwell 17 | 1000 Great Hwy | San Francisco, CA 94121…
(2026-06-02). Tech and light show illuminates nightscape in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. ecns.cn A drone and music fountain performance takes place at Jinsha Lake in Qiantang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on June 1, 2026.
(2026-06-02). Luoyang, the peony city that stole a British girl's heart. ecns.cn Jane Jonesand, a British international student, enjoys peony flowers in Luoyang.
(2026-06-02). Monday 6/8: EBPG June Potluck + Community Hangout. indybay.org üìç Oakland Peace Center — 111 Fairmount Ave, Oakland, CA | Held in the Grace Room, located downstairs (Someone will be helping direct folks from 5: 45-6: 15p)…
(2026-06-02). Waves with world's first wind power undersea data center. ecns.cn China has begun operations of the world's first undersea data center directly powered by offshore wind, as the country races to solve the soaring energy demands of artificial intelligence with greener and more efficient infrastructure.
(2026-06-02). Sunday 6/14: Rise Up, Sing Out! Pro-Democracy Concert Watch Party (Sacramento). indybay.org UU Society of Sacramento Center | 2425 Sierra Blvd | Sacramento, CA 95825 | RSVP to get full party details…
(2026-06-02). Mass protests erupt in Kenya against US offshore Ebola quarantine camp. wsws.org Mass demonstrations in Nanyuki, Kenya, have erupted against a planned US Ebola quarantine facility, denouncing Washington's callous and imperialist response to the catastrophic outbreak ravaging central Africa.
(2026-06-02). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org About 4,500 public service workers across the province of Ontario are entering their second week on strike, while journalists at four McClatchey-owned newspapers are pressing wage demands and restrictions on AI…
(2026-06-02). Foreign mayors try out exoskeleton devices on Huangshan Mountain. ecns.cn The practice of Chinese Modernization — the balance between tradition and modernity — left a deep impression on foreign mayors.
(2026-06-02). Saturday 6/6: ICE Out Everywhere! Anti-ICE, Anti-Fascism Protest in Sacramento. indybay.org Stockton Boulevard and Fruitridge Road | Sacramento, CA 95820…
(2026-06-02). Major Russian attack on Kyiv, other Ukraine cities kills at least 9, wounds dozens. scmp.com Russian air attacks on major Ukrainian cities such as Kyiv, Dnipro and Kharkiv killed at least nine and wounded more than 60 early on Tuesday, authorities said, following days of warnings that Moscow was planning a major assault. | Russia has targeted Ukraine's power supply and infrastructure while Ukraine has stepped up attacks this year on Russian ‚Äåoil facilities in a war now more than four years old, sometimes causing casualties, but both deny targeting civilians.
(2026-06-02). In Numbers: Home-made C919 transports 5 million passengers in past 3 years. ecns.cn China's self-developed large passenger aircraft the C919 has safely transported more than 5 million passenger trips since entering commercial service three years ago, and has reached 23 cities in its flight network, its producer.
(2026-06-02). Sunday 6/14: U.S. Policy Towards Israel/Palestine: How to Change It. indybay.org Unitarian Universalist of San Francisco | 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco…
(2026-06-02). Wednesday 6/24: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-06-02). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). The Pension Chief Betting On Oil While California Burns. levernews.com
(2026-06-02). Insights | Singaporean youth chapter chairman: China-ASEAN youth poised for great synergy and innovation in the AI era. ecns.cn
(2026-06-02). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Global initiative launched in Chongqing to promote innovative practices of NCD Convention. ecns.cn
(2026-06-02). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-06-02). Trotsky's My Life: An imperishable contribution to Marxism and world literature. wsws.org
(2026-06-02). Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026: un evento que paraliza al mundo. radiohc.cu La Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026, también conocida como Canadá-México-Estados Unidos 2026, será la vigésima tercera edición del torneo de fútbol más importante del planeta. | Este mundial será histórico por múltiples razones: será la primera vez que tres países anfitriones alberguen conjuntamente el evento, y la primera vez que se juegue con 48 selecciones participantes, en lugar de las 32 tradicionales. | El torneo comenzará este 11 de junio con el partido inaugural en el icónico Estadio Azteca de la Ciudad de México, donde la selección de este país se enfrentará a Sudáfrica. | El estadio Azteca será el primer re…
(2026-06-02). Gala estudiantil africana, una exibición de lo autóctono. radiohc.cu 
Un homenaje a la identidad nacional, las raíces y tradiciones conforman las galas culturales realizadas en la Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina (ELAM) que muestran ritmos contagiosos, bailes, hermosos trajes y una decoración propia de la escenografía para armonizar en las energías estudiantiles del público. | La gala africana mostró la fortaleza y espíritu de lucha de un continente, estuvo dedicada al aniversario de la Unión Africana que cada 25 de mayo celebra su día y se recordó el centenario del natalicio del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro, precursor de la solidaridad mundial y fundador de la ELAM. La evoca…
(2026-06-02). 1854 Historic Negro Bar, Sacramento County – Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee. indybay.org Beginning in 1844, Rancho Rio De Los Americanos an 8 Mexican Legues or 35,521 acres, was entitled to the "African Founding Father of California." Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr., first elected Treasurer of San Francisco, served as US Vice Consul, known as the first US Diplomat of Pan African Descent, and owner of the miracle mile long region named, Negro Bar, in Spring 1848, at the dawn of the California Gold Rush…
(2026-06-02). Celebration, shock and scepticism follow Colombia's presidential election. aljazeera.com Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella beat left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the first round, upending expectations.
(2026-06-02). Old Sacramento prepares for California 175 – State Capitol Juneteenth Dia de Los Negroes. indybay.org Reflecting deeply on the extensive words of Pope Leo XIV and his apology for the Catholic Church role in Chattel Slavery; his influence may have a strong impact toward officially recognizing the slavery auction blocks here in Old Sacramento and the ongoing impacts from Slavery throughout California.
(2026-06-02). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-01). Is Mojtaba preparing for a bigger move? From ports to islands, strange blasts heard in Iran | War, US. hindustantimes.com Mystery explosions reported across Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, Sirik and Jask have triggered fresh speculation in Iran amid soaring tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. While Iranian authorities linked the blasts to ammunition disposal and naval activity, conflicting reports have fueled questions over what exactly is unfolding near the strategic waterway.
(2026-06-01). Chevron CEO shrugs off Hormuz toll, but can he really? thecanary.co 
Chevron CEO, Mike Wirth, who is the money behind Donald Trump, said his company would not pay a toll to enter the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it is "international waters". Trump recently threatened to blow up Oman if it, along with Iran, were to charge a toll on the ships passing through the Strait of […] | By
(2026-06-01). 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.
(2026-06-01). US and Iran trade blows, Israel expands south Lebanon occupation. newarab.com 
For those just joining us, here are the key updates | The US and Iran conducted tit-for-tat strikes over the weekend into Monday. The US military says it attacked Iranian military sites in Goruk and Qeshm island. Meanwhile, Kuwait reports "hostile" missile and drone attacks, as Iran's IRGC says it launched a retaliatory strike on a base it claims was used for an attack on its Sirik Island
| As Israel expands its invasion and occupation of south Lebanon, the US reportedly put forward a proposal for a new ceasefire in Lebanon, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio holding separate talks with Lebanese Preside…
(2026-06-01). US and Iran trade blows, Israel threatens to bomb Beirut. newarab.com For those just joining us, here are the key updates | The US and Iran conducted tit-for-tat strikes over the weekend into Monday. The US military says it attacked Iranian military sites in Goruk and Qeshm Island. Meanwhile, Kuwait reports "hostile" missile and drone attacks, as Iran's IRGC says it launched a retaliatory strike on a base it claims was used for an attack on its Sirik Island
| As Israel expands its invasion and occupation of south Lebanon, the US reportedly put forward a proposal for a new ceasefire in Lebanon, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio holding separate talks with Lebanese Preside…
(2026-06-01). Trump runs away, Putin now ready? NATO heading towards dangerous security vacuum amid Iran crisis. hindustantimes.com Fresh questions are being raised over Donald Trump's Europe strategy after the attack on Europe's biggest nuclear plant. Reports of a U.S. military drawdown across the continent have sparked concern among NATO allies, with fears that any weakening of Western deterrence could hand Vladimir Putin a strategic opening.
(2026-06-01). Netanyahu orders strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, clouding Iran mediation. scmp.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ‚Å ordered attacks on the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut on Monday, signalling further escalation of a war that has complicated mediation towards resolving the US-Iran conflict. | Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, said on Monday that Israeli attacks in Lebanon were among factors causing a delay to the diplomatic process to end the US-Iran war, reiterating that a Lebanon ceasefire was an integral part of any…
(2026-06-01). US-Iran diplomacy mired in uncertainty as Trump claims Lebanon de-escalation. scmp.com Efforts to negotiate an end to war in the Middle East appeared in limbo on Tuesday, after Iran-linked media reported that Tehran had suspended contact with Washington over Israel's expanding offensive in Lebanon, even as US President Donald Trump insisted talks were continuing "at a rapid pace" and claimed to have helped broker a halt to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. | The conflicting accounts highlighted the fragile state of negotiations aimed at ending more than three months of…
(2026-06-01). The Iran War has cost Americans $50 billion at the Pump. juancole.com A settlement would be welcome news. But even if a deal happens tomorrow, here's the reality: Americans will be paying high fuel prices for months to come. The economic damage from this conflict is already done. | Since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran in late…
(2026-06-01). Could Israel's Lebanon Offensive Destroy Any Chance of an Iran-US Agreement? thinktank.pk As global attention remains fixed on Gaza and the fragile relationship between Washington and Tehran, Israel's expanding military operations inside Lebanon have opened another major fault line in the Middle East. Israeli forces recently seized the historic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest military advance into Lebanese territory in more than two decades. …
(2026-06-01). Headlines for June 1, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Claims U.S. "Shouldn't Have Been in Iran" in Fox News Interview, Israeli Troops Push Deeper into Lebanon, Capturing Medieval Beaufort Castle, Israeli Attacks Kill Two Palestinians in Gaza, 2027 National Defense Authorization Act Proposes to Integrate U.S. and Israeli Militaries, Former AG Bondi Claims She Lacked Authority in the Release of Epstein Files, Federal Judge Orders Temporary Halt to Trump's $1.8 Billion Slush Fund for Insurrectionists, Immigrants at Delaney Hall Continue Hunger and Labor Strike Demanding Their Release, Texas Police Arrest ICE Agent Who Shot Venezuelan Immig…
(2026-06-01). Trump says Israel to dial back fighting in Lebanon after Iran threatens to end peace talks. scmp.com Efforts to negotiate an end to the Middle East war appeared mired in uncertainty on Monday, with Iran-linked media reporting that Tehran had suspended contact with Washington over Israel's expanding offensive in Lebanon even as US President Donald Trump insisted talks were continuing "at a rapid pace" and claimed to have helped broker a halt to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. | The conflicting accounts highlighted the fragile state of negotiations aimed at ending more than three months of…
(2026-06-01). What did Iran mean by 'new phase of war'? Mojtaba's top negotiator reveals battle plan to counter US. hindustantimes.com Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has declared that a "new phase" in the confrontation with the United States and Israel has begun, as diplomatic talks remain stalled. Speaking during a parliamentary session, Ghalibaf emphasized that Iran will not approve any agreement unless it secures what he described as the "rights of the Iranian nation." He warned against trusting enemy promises and framed the current situation as a broader struggle spanning military, diplomatic, economic, and social fronts. The statement comes amid rising regional tensions and renewed debate inside Iran over how to respond…
(2026-06-01). US and Iran Trade Attacks as Region Remains on Brink of Full-Scale War. news.antiwar.com The US and Iran have again traded as the region remains on the brink of full-scale war despite the nominal ceasefire between the two sides. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Sunday that it shot down a US MQ-1 Predator drone that it said "entered Iranian airspace over territorial waters with the aim …
(2026-06-01). Could the Next Iran-West Conflict Be Fought by Underwater Robots? thinktank.pk While global attention remains focused on conflicts in Gaza, Ukraine, and rising tensions between Iran and the West, a new military race is quietly unfolding beneath the oceans. The United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia have announced plans to develop cutting-edge underwater drone technology under the AUKUS defense partnership, with deployment expected by 2027. …
(2026-06-01). U.S.-Iran Ceasefire On The Brink After Tit-For-Tat Attacks (Updated). twz.com 
The pressure is mounting on the
(2026-06-01). US says struck Iran military sites, Tehran responds by targeting base. scmp.com The US said it struck Iranian military sites at the weekend and Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Monday it had targeted a US base in response, the latest exchange of attacks amid negotiations to end the three-month-old war. | The US and Iran have sporadically exchanged strikes ‚Äåsince their ceasefire took effect in early April as diplomacy aimed at a more durable agreement drags on. A similar exchange occurred last Thursday and was described in near-identical terms by both sides.
(2026-06-01). Should Trump just end the Iran War without a deal? responsiblestatecraft.org Last week, there were genuine signs that the United States and Iran might be edging toward an agreement to formalize the ceasefire that has tenuously held since April 7. Then, the U.S. launched a new round of attacks on Iran and the week ended with the White House saying there would be
(2026-06-01). Oil prices jump as Iran suspends peace talks. newarab.com 
Oil prices jumped and equities were mixed Monday as Crude futures shot around seven percent higher after an Iranian state news agency announced Tehran had suspended its negotiations with Washington via mediators. | International benchmark Brent closed 4.2 percent higher while its US…
(2026-06-01). Iran says talks with US taking place amid 'deep mistrust'. newarab.com 
(2026-06-01). Peace Negotiations With Iran Stall Out Amid Renewed Strikes. newsone.com 
(2026-06-01). AIPAC 'Hides' Support For Democratic Candidates. popularresistance.org The pro-Israel lobbying group AIPAC has begun hiding its involvement in funding political campaigns for candidates running for public office in the US, as support for Israel becomes increasingly toxic among Democratic voters, Haaretz reported on 31 May. | The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) has traditionally boasted of its success in helping elect candidates for Congress and the Senate who are committed to supporting Israel, including voting to provide it billions in US military aid each year. | However, as Israel continues to commit genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and wage war on Lebanon a…
(2026-06-01). US proposes new plan to ease Israel-Lebanon tensions amid fighting. geo.tv 
Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli strike in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre on May 31, 2026. — AFP Hezbollah asked to halt attacks.Israel urged to avoid Beirut escalation.Washington talks scheduled for June.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with both Lebanese…
(2026-06-01). EU Urges End to Israel's Lebanon Offensive Ahead of UN Meeting. news.antiwar.com The UN Security Council will meet Monday afternoon of the topic of Israel's ongoing invasion of Lebanon, a war that notionally has been in a state of ceasefire since mid-April but seemingly is continuing to be escalated on a regular basis. The European Union has urged Israel to halt its ongoing escalation and to respect …
(2026-06-01). Netanyahu Orders Attack on Beirut as Israeli Strikes Kill 12 in South Lebanon. news.antiwar.com Updated on 6/1/26 4: 08 PM EST The highways around Lebanon's capital city of Beirut are heavily crowded today after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered major attacks against Beirut's southern suburb, Dahiyeh. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz cited the continued Hezbollah resistance in southern Lebanon as the reason Beirut would be attacked, saying if there is no calm in northern …
(2026-06-01). They're not even hiding it anymore The Grayzone live. wibailoutpeople.org Cerie Bulivant, a passenger on the Gaza Sumud Flotilla, joins The Grayzone to share his testimony of experiencing heinous abuses and torture by Israeli soldiers after the aid boats were intercepted. Max Blumenthal is then joined by Wyatt Reed from Beirut, who will discuss his coverage of the war in southern Lebanon between invading Israeli …
(2026-06-01). FightBackBetter Editor Says: Merge US and Israel Military Formally in Next NDAA? Hell to the F squared NO! NO TO USA MERGER INTO GREATER GENOCIDAL ISRAEL! fightbackbetter.com OK this is a rant sorry. I have been seeing memes claiming this and thinking — nah — this must…
(2026-06-01). LIVE UPDATES: People Against Genocide block Elbit 'We want to see it shut down'. thecanary.co 
The People Against Genocide group has again blocked both gates of Israeli murder drone maker Elbit's Staffordshire factory. The factory is unable to operate after activists parked vehicles in the entrances and locked themselves to each other through the vehicles. People Against Genocide retarget Elbit View this post on Instagram A post shared […] | By
(2026-06-01). "The blockade against Cuba is an act of state terrorism against an entire people" radiohc.cu While the U.S. government persists in its genocidal policy of blockading Cuba and isolating it from the world, with secondary coercive measures that harm other countries, voices from various parts of the world rose up this weekend in support of the Cuban people. | Thus, the 3rd International Anti-Fascist Forum, organized by the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, demanded, through an official declaration, that "the numerous sanctions against the Island of Freedom and the arbitrary accusations by Washington against the leader of the Cuban Revolution, Raúl Castro Ruz, must end immediately." The blockade agai…
(2026-06-01). UK publishes new Mandelson files, raising heat on PM Starmer. scmp.com Peter Mandelson assured the British government it would "never regret" appointing him as ambassador to the United States, according to documents released on Monday, a pledge that was dramatically proven wrong within months. | More than 1,500 pages of files relating to the appointment of Mandelson, a friend of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as envoy to Washington at the start of US President Donald Trump's second term, were released by the government to comply with a demand by…
(2026-06-01). United States Grips Cuba In 'Medieval Siege', Threatens Invasion. popularresistance.org Only one tanker of oil has been delivered to Cuba this year as the United States imposes a brutal economic blockade enforced through a naval occupation and threats of force. The ramifications are tremendous – industries and transportation have shut down, what little food is available is rotting due to lack of refrigeration and hospitals are unable to provide life-saving care. Clearing the FOG speaks with Medea Benjamin, co-founder of CODEPINK, who has been leading humanitarian delegations to Cuba, about the crisis, retaliation against her and others for their efforts and the possibility of a military invasion.
(2026-06-01). Donated milk reaches Cuba amid deepening shortages. aljazeera.com Cuba has begun distributing donated powdered milk from Mexico and Uruguay as the island faces severe shortages.
(2026-06-01). Cubans living in Italy condemn U.S. attacks against their country. radiohc.cu Cubans residing in Italy condemn the political and economic attacks, as well as the threat of military aggression by the United States against their country, and demand that the international community halt this escalation, according to a spokesperson in Rome. | Indira Pineda, spokesperson for the associations of Cuban nationals residing in Italy, stated in declarations to the RAI television network, from the southern city of Naples, that "we want to denounce that our country is being attacked by a very serious blockade, which is suffocating our economy." | The political pressures and the economic strangulation m…
(2026-06-01). Cuba denounces U.S. blockade as the main obstacle to development at the United Nations. radiohc.cu Cuba's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, stated that the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States is the main impediment to the island's sustainable development. | During his remarks at the UN Secretary-General's dialogue on the implementation of the Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review (QCPR), held in New York at the Economic and Social Council, the diplomat denounced the intensification of US pressure tactics — including the oil blockade and other coercive measures — and warned of threats of military aggression with incalculab…
(2026-06-01). A Call For Life In The Face Of The Drums Of War. popularresistance.org To leaders of social organizations, human rights defenders, and citizens of the world: | We address you at a time of extreme gravity. The escalation of aggressive rhetoric and threats of military intervention by extremist sectors in the United States against Cuba have ceased to be mere political slogans and have become a real danger that threatens the peace of the region and the lives of millions of human beings. | We turn to the international civil society not to ask for favors, but to appeal to your justice and memory. | Cuba is a small nation that has made solidarity its highest banner. While others export wea…
(2026-06-01). Cuba denunció en ONU bloqueo de EEUU como principal obstáculo al desarrollo. radiohc.cu El representante permanente de Cuba ante las Naciones Unidas, Ernesto Soberón Guzmán manifestó este lunes en Nueva York que el bloqueo de Estados Unidos a Cuba es el principal impedimento para el desarrollo sostenible de su país. | El diplomático intervino en el Diálogo con el secretario general sobre la implementación de la Revisión Cuadrienal Amplia de la Política relativa a las Actividades Operacionales para el Desarrollo (QCPR), en el marco del Segmento de Actividades Operacionales del Consejo Económico y Social (ECOSOC). | Destacó que el informe presentado por el secretario general expone con claridad los de…
(2026-06-01). Clà¥ture du Festival international de poésie de La Havane. radiohc.cu La 32e édition du Festival international de poésie de La Havane s'est achevée samedi dernier après une programmation riche et variée, incluant un hommage particulier au leader historique de la Révolution, Fidel Castro (1926-2016), à l'occasion du centenaire de sa naissance. | Le Pabellón Cuba, siège national de l'Association Hermanos Saíz (AHS), a accueilli une fresque murale reprenant des vers des poètes participant à l'événement. La poésie de Nancy Morejón, lauréate du Prix national de littérature, la musique de jeunes troubadours et la présence de poètes venus spécialement pour l'àÆle ont fait de cet…
(2026-06-01). Around 500 People Are On Hunger Strike At Five ICE Detention Centers. popularresistance.org It started with one man at the Torrance County Detention Facility in New Mexico; a Cuban immigrant named Rogelio Bolufe, who has been in ICE detention since last August. | Around April 28, he raised concerns about conditions at the facility and has since gone on hunger strike. Bolufe mobilized dozens of fellow detainees to protest about legal library access, water quality, tablets, and what he alleges were constitutional abuses. | Bolufe says that on May 5, he was removed from his cell and transferred to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency's field office in Albuquerque, then transferred to Camp Ea…
(2026-06-01). The Rice Catastrophe Paper and the RCP 8.5 Rug-Pull. wattsupwiththat.com Rice has fed civilizations through the Holocene Climatic Optimum, the mid-Holocene warm spike, the Medieval Warm Period, and the Little Ice Age. The paper's own author concedes that aggregate production can be maintained. The paper's own introduction acknowledges that adaptation is already masking the warming that has occurred. And the paper's thirty-times figure rests on a scenario that no longer exists in the literature.
(2026-06-01). 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.
(2026-06-01). Israel airstrike kills at least two Palestinians at Gaza port. aljazeera.com At least two Palestinians were killed and around a dozen wounded when an Israeli air strike hit a crowded cafe.
(2026-06-01). Hamawy, a doctor who worked in Gaza leading race for US Congress. newarab.com 
(2026-06-01). Saturday 5/30: Build, Treat, Heal: A Bay Area Fundraiser for Gaza Medical Aid. indybay.org Gray Area / Grand Theater 2665 Mission Street San Francisco, CA 94110.
(2026-06-01). Will Israel reoccupy Gaza or is Netanyahu playing politics. newarab.com 
In late May, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel controlled about 60 percent of Gaza's territory, and that he had instructed the Israeli military to His comments have reignited debate over
(2026-06-01). Tomgram: Rebecca Gordon, Endings and Beginnings. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. From torture to wars of so many kinds, cruelty seems to have been an essential trait of American ruling groups in this century and Donald Trump has been anything but an exception. He's kidnapped the president of Venezuela; …
(2026-06-01). Philippines' bet on shaky investment pledges from the US risks China's ire. scmp.com "You have absolutely no idea of what you're talking about. The whole point of Pax Silica is to partner with countries who are good at doing different things because everyone wins from a secure supply chain," wrote US Undersecretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg on a social media website in response to an online critic of the US strategic initiative with the Philippines. | The spirited exchange came after Manila's reported rejection of a request to extend diplomatic immunity to US…
(2026-06-01). The UK Is Getting Even Crazier In Defense Of Israel. thealtworld.com The UK is getting crazier and crazier in its defense of Israel. Now they're canceling the visas of mainstream normie political pundits for criticizing the state of Israel, and investigating people for antisemitic hate crimes when they denounce Zionists who aren't even Jewish. | American progressive commentator Cenk Uygur and his nephew Hasan Piker have both
(2026-06-01). 3 miners killed in the US over 3 days. wsws.org Together they expose a single reality: The mining companies, the federal and state regulators and the union apparatus are all part of the same machinery that treats miners' lives as a cost of production.
(2026-06-01). Ex-Your Party activists form new Socialist Federation. thecanary.co 
250 delegates representing Your Party branches and former branches across England, Scotland and Wales met in an online conference on 31 May and launched the Socialist Federation. Delegates included representatives of groups in London, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Coventry, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Essex, North Devon, Dundee, Newcastle and Cumbria. Attendees said they'd comprehensively lost patience with […] | By
(2026-06-01). Philly homeownership program launches first project in 8th District. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Nearly two dozen homes are being built on a string of vacant lots in Tioga, marking the first Turn the Key project in the 8th Council District. | Construction on the first set of homes began in April. On Monday, elected officials and residents gathered on West Venango Street to celebrate the next phase of the development, which is expected to create 22 opportunities for first-time homebuyers. | "It's…
(2026-06-01). 6 stabbed in hours after Arsenal Premier League victory parade. scmp.com Six people were stabbed in the hours after the Arsenal victory parade, the Metropolitan Police have confirmed, with a total of 24 arrests during the event. | Thousands of Arsenal fans lined the streets around the Emirates Stadium in London on Sunday as the team embarked on their Premier League trophy parade. | The Met deployed more than 500 officers to police the event, which saw 10 suspects arrested on suspicion of assaulting the police, one of whom allegedly threw racist abuse.
(2026-06-01). Resistance is only half the equation. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article When movements are at their most powerful, they not only withdraw cooperation from unjust systems, but build the capacity to live without them. | This article
(2026-06-01). China urges Brazil to jointly repel 'external challenges' as ties deepen in Beijing. scmp.com China's top diplomat said on Monday that Beijing and Brasilia should "jointly repel external challenges", as the two countries opened a high-level strategic dialogue in Beijing. | Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remark during a visit by his Brazilian counterpart, Mauro Vieira, who arrived in the Chinese capital this weekend for the fifth Global Strategic Dialogue between the two governments.
(2026-06-01). 'What's the word?' New Jersey voters look for answers about Tom Kean Jr.'s absence from Congress. whyy.org 
When New Jersey voters gathered this week to talk with a state lawmaker about affordable housing and new data centers, there was something else on their mind, too. Where is their congressman, Republican Tom Kean Jr.? | "What's the word?" Steve McCabe, an 80-year-old retired lawyer, asked Jon Bramnick, a GOP state senator. | Bramnick had no answer for Kean's unexplained medical absence that has stretched over nearly three months. But he told the audience how Kean hated to miss votes when they served together in the Legislature, even if that meant driving through a snowstorm. | "I said, 'Tom, we should really turn…
(2026-06-01). As the U.S. Avoids the Thucydides Trap, Will It Face the Syracuse Dilemma? uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist Now entering the third month of his war with Iran, Trump has reached a critical crossroads. Hundreds of airstrikes may have killed Iran's top-tier leaders, severely damaged its air force and navy, and depleted its missile stockpiles and production facilities, yet Iran continues to defy the U.S. Even after targeting …
(2026-06-01). This week in history: June 1-7. wsws.org Massacre of royal family in Nepal; Teton Dam collapse kills 11 in Idaho; US Supreme Court upholds convictions of Communist Party leaders; Pilsudski chooses crony as Polish president.
(2026-06-01). South Jersey woman turns health scare into dream bookstore in Bordentown. whyy.org 
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? After building a strong following throughout South Jersey through her mobile bookstore, Charity Herndon is preparing to open the first permanent home for The opening weekend will include a regency-themed celebration inspired by Jane Austen's era. | For Herndon, a Black…
(2026-06-01). Young Kenyans protest Ebola quarantine centre for US citizens. scmp.com Hundreds of youths in Kenya's central town of Nanyuki on Monday showed against the establishment at the Laikipia Air Base of an Ebola quarantine centre for American citizens exposed to the virus. | The protests come two days after Kenya's High Court suspended the establishment of the facility and the arrival of any foreign patients pending the hearing of a case filed by the Law Society of Kenya and a constitutional watchdog.
(2026-06-01). Ultra-orthodox draft protests cripple central Israel. newarab.com 
Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox demonstrated across Israel's police said demonstrators blocked major intersections and attacked a soldier who disembarked from a bus near a protest. Police struggled to control the crowds with water cannons and horses. | The protest largely crippled the country's centre, with highways close…
(2026-06-01). Groups Still Push for NY For All Post-budget. mediasanctuary.org On May 29th and 30th, more than a dozen rallies were held across New York State to urge lawmakers to adopt the full New York For All Act to prohibit collusion between local police and ICE. While immigrant groups were generally thankful for the package of immigrant protections included in the recent state budget, they fell short of the proposals that advocates have been pushing. A rally was held outside the state Capitol in Albany, primarily organized by the Columbia County Sanctuary Movement (CCSM) and local Indivisible groups. We start with the last minute of the opening remarks by emcee Iridian Ricobono Luca…
(2026-06-01). Democratic Party austerity, pseudo-left posturing and a MAGA aspirant: The 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race. wsws.org Los Angeles voters head to the polls amid a billion-dollar budget crisis, mass layoffs and ecological disaster to choose among candidates offering austerity, pseudo-left posturing or right-wing populism.
(2026-06-01). Polling suggests Arab-majority parties could shift Israeli policy—if they stay united. peoplesworld.org 
TEL AVIV—If the elections for the Israeli legislature, the Knesset, were held today, the "Joint List"—an alliance of Arab-majority political parties—would become the third largest party in, according to the results of a poll taken last week. Elections are due sometime before Oct. 27, 2026. According to the poll, the Joint List would receive 16 …
(2026-06-01). US targeting of drug gangs seen as attempt to shake up Brazil's election. scmp.com The US decision to classify two Brazilian gangs as terrorist organisations is a political one aimed at boosting an ally of US President Donald Trump, the son of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, politicians and analysts say. | The gangs join eight other Latin American organised crime groups designated by the US as foreign terrorist organisations. But unlike the rest, they do not operate in the United States.
(2026-06-01). Tianya Community resumes after three-year shutdown, launches new domain. ecns.cn Tianya Community, one of China's most influential online forums from the early internet era, resumed access Monday after being offline for more than three years.
(2026-06-01). AI Torture, Fighting Back, IBT & Using AI To Fight The Bosses. indybay.org WorkWeek covers the role of inward AI inferred cameras in truck cabs and what this means to millions of workers. They have been installed in trucks throughout the country and they are causing tumors and cataracts for many truckers who are under these cameras for up to 60 hours a week. WorkWeek also looks at how AI is being used by workers to fight back against bosses.
(2026-06-01). Saturday 6/13: Upcoming Human Banner on Ocean Beach. indybay.org Ocean Beach – Stairwell 17 | 1000 Great Hwy | San Francisco, CA 94121…
(2026-06-01). Asian Killer Mosquito: The Climate Threat Europe Can No Longer Ignore. thinktank.pk For decades, Europe viewed tropical diseases as distant problems belonging to other continents. Dengue fever, chikungunya, Zika virus, and mosquito-borne epidemics were largely associated with Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America. That assumption is rapidly collapsing. The Asian tiger mosquito, one of the world's most invasive insect species, is now spreading deeper into Europe and …
(2026-06-01). The Real Story of the D-Day Weather Forecast. wattsupwiththat.com Weather prediction was a primitive, subjective affair at that time. There were no numerical weather prediction models, little understanding of jet streams and upper-level weather features, and an acute lack of observations, particularly over the ocean.
(2026-06-01). Pro-Palestinian activists plan protest against 'Israeli pond' diplomacy push in Pacific. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Israel is working with US Christian Zionists to make the Pacific "an Israeli pond" to help deliver votes in the United Nations, warns the advocacy and protest movement Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA). National spokesperson Rinad Tamimi said in a statement today that PSNA would picket the Fiji High Commission in Wellington…
(2026-06-01). Jan. 6 rioters clamor for payouts from Trump's new 'anti-weaponization' fund despite backlash. whyy.org David Johnston was a licensed attorney when he illegally entered the Capitol with a mob of President Donald Trump's supporters on He'll do it for a 10% cut of any award, capped at $5,000 apiece. | "I think the narrative i…
(2026-06-01). Chinese archaeologist pleads guilty, firms flee Singapore's costs: 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. Chinese archaeologist who discovered 5,000-year-old city pleads guilty to corruption | 2. Hong Kong body took action after teacher carried female student like bride | 3. 'Clear-eyed' on China: the takeaways from Pete Hegseth's Shangri-La speech…
(2026-06-01). Malaysia bans social media accounts for kids under 16, new rules target TikTok and Instagram. ptcnews.tv Social media ban: Malaysia has introduced strict new online safety rules that prevent children below the age of 16 from creating social media accounts. The regulations came into effect on Monday and apply to major platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.The new measures are part of Malaysia's Online Safety Act and are aimed at protecting children from harmful online content, cyberbullying and Internet addiction.According to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), all social media companies with more than eight million users in the country must follow the new rules. Howeve…
(2026-06-01). Everybody Moves Migrant Business Owners: Bashir from Lebanon. mediasanctuary.org This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. | This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. | This week we feature Bashir from Lebanon.
(2026-06-01). California primary: Governorship, U.S. Congress, mayoralty races at stake. peoplesworld.org 
LOS ANGELES—When California voters go to the polls on June 2, if they already haven't mailed in their votes, they'll confront butterfly ballots and contested—and often bitter—races for the governorship, the Los Angeles mayoralty, and congressional seats, plus dozens of bond referendums, and even two term limit initiatives in San Francisco. And that's not even …
(2026-06-01). National Guard 'summer surge' to strengthen military occupation of D.C. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—The Department of Justice has ordered a massive increase in the number of National Guard troops to be deployed in Washington, D.C., for the upcoming 250th anniversary celebration of U.S. independence. U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro justified the need for a summer surge of federal officers and troops in the city in response to …
(2026-06-01). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-06-01). CWU pushes through sellout deal at Royal Mail with record low vote. wsws.org CWU leaders Ward and Walsh have not been in a dispute with the company, but with their own members.
(2026-06-01). Indian-origin pilot dies in US chopper crash hours after wedding, wife survives. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian-origin pilot was killed in chopper crash in the United States hours after celebrating his wedding, while his wife survived the deadly crash. | What began as a dream wedding for a young Indian-origin couple ended in tragedy when a helicopter carrying them crashed shortly after takeoff, killing the groom and the pilot while leaving the bride seriously injured. | Dave Fiji, 25, an Atlanta resident and pilot with Delta Air Lines, died when the five-seater Robinson helicopter crashed near Dawsonville in Dawson County on Friday. His wife, Jessni, survived the crash and remains hospitalized wit…
(2026-06-01). Trump's US$1.8 billion 'weaponisation' fund on hold amid Republican revolt. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's nearly US$1.8 billion fund to compensate victims of alleged government "weaponisation" has been put on hold after the White House faced fierce opposition from Republicans in Congress, three sources familiar with the plan said on Monday. | The rare rebuke of Trump demonstrated some Republicans' increased willingness to flex their political power against the president, particularly after his endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John…
(2026-06-01). Court blocks US military removing transgender troops for now. scmp.com US President Donald Trump has suffered a partial legal setback in his push to exclude transgender people from the military. | The Trump administration may not remove the plaintiffs who brought the case from active military service, a federal appeals court in Washington said on Monday. The wider ban remains in place for now, however, giving the administration time to appeal.
(2026-06-01). US court upholds injunction against Trump policy banning transgender troops. aljazeera.com The decision was split, allowing the Trump administration to continue barring transgender people from enlisting.
(2026-06-01). Trump halts $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund amid bipartisan backlash. aljazeera.com The announcement comes after Trump met with congressional Republicans over concerns about his settlement with the IRS.
(2026-06-01). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-01). UK revokes Hasan Piker, Cenk Uygur visas after Israel criticism. newarab.com 
Prominent Turkish-American political commentators Cenk Uygur and Uygur, co-creator and host of The Young Turks commentary program, and…
(2026-06-01). Not much to see: the release of the UFO files. onlineopinion.com.au UFO enthusiasts wanted disclosure. What they got was grainy footage, old reports and more unanswered questions.
(2026-06-01). Starbucks Workers United: 'Sure, Jan.!'. wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Welcome to Solidarity Saturday, your weekly highlight reel and shortcut to staying plugged in. Union baristas are fighting for higher wages, minimum staffing, more hours, and real protections against discrimination and unsafe conditions. A fair contract is within reach… if Starbucks executives would stop stalling and actually show up …
(2026-06-01). The rise of anti-refugee violence in the Netherlands: What history reveals. wsws.org What is unfolding is not a spontaneous eruption of "popular anger," as it is often portrayed, but the outcome of a consciously cultivated political campaign by the bourgeois establishment and official media, developed over many years.
(2026-06-01). A Year After Beating Back Trump's First ICE Surge, Los Angeles Remains Vigilant. truthout.org One year after the Trump administration deployed thousands of federal agents to Los Angeles to arrest and detain people, immigrant rights activists are cautiously optimistic about the success of their organizing efforts. Although arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Southern California have dramatically dropped, organizers expect them to ramp up again in the future. |
(2026-06-01). Political commentators Cenk, Piker say UK bars them over Israel remarks. aljazeera.com The US citizens allege that they have been denied entry to Britain due to their outspoken criticism of Israel.
(2026-06-01). 'Criticism of Israel is not antisemitic' UK Jewish group's viral video. thecanary.co 
"Antisemitism is real. Criticism of Israel is not antisemitic." That's the clear message from a UK Jewish group whose social media video featuring members repeating these two statements has now gone viral. The reel by Hastings Jews for Justice, with backing from several prominent Jewish groups, has racked up tens of thousands of views and […] | By
(2026-06-01). Takaichi aide battles China's fury over rearmament months after Japan PM's Taiwan war remark. hindustantimes.com Japan and China exchanged sharp words at the Shangri-La Dialogue as Tokyo rejected Beijing's accusations of "new militarism" and defended its military modernization efforts. Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi accused China of expanding its military power without sufficient transparency, while Chinese delegate Meng Xiangqing questioned Japan's security intentions. The exchange comes amid rising tensions over Taiwan, the East China Sea, and regional security dynamics. Despite the rhetoric, Tokyo says it remains open to dialogue with Beijing to preserve stability in the Indo-Pacific.
(2026-06-01). Small Farms Should Stop Trying To Compete. popularresistance.org A week ago, I asked for "real-world examples of technologies that flip the competition in favour of small and diverse." | I got a lot of comments on this article, some here, but most on Facebook. While many mentioned various smart technologies, I don't think anybody could point to that this or that technology could make small farms profitable in competing with large farms. Clearly, you can reduce the disadvantages of being small by being a smart farmer and using the best technology and smart management. And some technologies "de-scale" well. Virtual fences were mentioned.
(2026-06-01). Violent protests erupt in Chile over government cuts of social programmes. aljazeera.com Labour unions and student groups protested in Chile as President Kast delivered his first State of the Nation.
(2026-06-01). Controversial stress-relief toy sparks concern over children's mental health. ecns.cn A stress-relief toy known as "Natasha," a palm-sized squeeze doll marketed as "ugly-cute," has gone viral on Chinese social media, raising concerns among parents and educators about its potential impact on children's emotional development.
(2026-06-01). Italian rank-and-file unions hold nationwide strike against austerity and war. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to members of the SI-Cobas rank-and-file union, which mainly organizes logistics workers, at a demonstration in Rome.
(2026-06-01). Xenophobia Reveals Unresolved Historical Fractures in Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Damian Fossi — May 29, 2026 | There is a sentimental fantasy called "Latin America." A comfortable idea, repeated for decades in political discourses, cultural festivals, and continental unity songs. The notion that Latin Americans share a historical brotherhood based on language, colonization, miscegenation, and a common experience in the face of foreign powers. Yet, a migration crisis, an economic recession, or a wave of crime is enough to discover that this fraternity is usually much more fragile than we imagine. | Xenophobia among Latin Americans is one of the most uncomfortable issues on the continen…
(2026-06-01). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-01). German metal and electrical industry bosses threaten destruction of 300,000 jobs. wsws.org Employers' association Gesamtmetall is threatening the loss of 300,000 jobs in the metal and electrical industry. The consequences of the Iran war are being passed on to the working class through mass layoffs and social cuts.
(2026-06-01). WHYY Newscast for Monday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-01). Fans furious at Travis Scott's 20-minute Istanbul debut set. scmp.com US rapper Travis Scott angered fans in Istanbul after a performance that barely lasted 20 minutes, with the audience booing as he left the stage early on Monday, footage on social media showed. | On his first tour of Turkey, the 35-year-old hip-hop star made his Istanbul debut late on Sunday and was to hold another event in the western Izmir resort on Monday.
(2026-06-01). Farage spits his dummy out over Desert Island Discs snub. thecanary.co 
Between 2016-2020, right-wingers like Nigel Farage were fond of accusing the left of being 'easily offended'. At some point, however, these same people realised that being offended was great for driving attention and they dove in both feet first. Abolish the BBC licence fee. pic.twitter.com/y6pWf4VR5C — Nigel Farage MP (@Nigel_Farage) May 31, 2026 The first […] | By
(2026-06-01). Congress quietly moves to integrate US and Israeli militaries. newarab.com 
At a time when the American public is expressing unprecedented levels of distrust in the Israeli government, Congress just proposed tying the US to the Buried in the House's The provision would arguably do more…
(2026-06-01). Turkey's Secretive Electronic Warfare Jet Appears In New Imagery. twz.com 
(2026-06-01). US SOUTHCOM Extrajudicial Killings Inch to 200 Deaths. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Recent strikes in the Eastern Pacific
| The latest escalation…
(2026-06-01). The reality of US-Israel relations—Part 2. wsws.org Reducing the origins of the war to the manoeuvres of the Israel lobby or the decisions of Israel's government sidelines the historical, geopolitical, socio‚Äëeconomic and class dynamics that have shaped the conflict.
(2026-06-01). Saturday 6/13: Film Screening: The Palestine Laboratory. indybay.org The Albany Public Library is located at 1247 Marin Ave. in Albany. Free parking available and walking distance from EC Plaza BART. Enter the Edith Stone Room. Doors open at 10: 15…
(2026-06-01). A global shift from gender movements is directly impacting LBQT communities. globalvoices.org 
(2026-06-01). Tuesday 6/2: Election Day. indybay.org At a voting center or polling place in your county…
(2026-06-01). China's Niu sets new Asian women's pole vault record. ecns.cn BEIJING, May 31 ⚪ Chinas Niu Chunge set a new Asian womens pole vault record by clearing 4.73 meters at the fourth stop of Chinas National Athletics Grand Prix in Bengbu on Sunday.
(2026-06-01). New Jersey Democrats unleash police riot against anti-ICE protesters outside Delaney Hall. wsws.org As immigrants inside Delaney Hall continue their hunger and labor strike, Democratic officials have deployed state and local police to attack protesters, journalists and residents outside the facility.
(2026-06-01). Trump Admin Uses Iran War Oil Shock to Push Drilling in Alaskan Wilderness. scheerpost.com By Michael Arria This article was originally published by Truthout The five-year plan is expected to cause 4,000 additional oil spills and the destruction of fragile ecosystems. The Trump administration and fellow Republicans are citing the Iran war as a pretext for oil drilling in Alaska, in an attempt to rapidly implement longstanding policy goals …
(2026-06-01). Workers facing 'systemic violations' of rights worldwide: report. geo.tv 
(2026-06-01). The glaring problems with Labor's dreadful, appalling, terrible 2026 Budget. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-01). List-Building 101, or How to Expand Your Reach as a Troublemaker. scheerpost.com Lisa Xu Labor Notes Effective troublemakers need many skills. One of the most important, though not the most glamorous, is list-building. If you otherwise have the fundamentals of organizing in place but you're still struggling to reach more people, make sure you're paying attention to your list and not leaving an opportunity on the table. KEY COMPONENTS …
(2026-06-01). Would You Rather Live Near A Battery Energy Storage System or a Nuclear Plant. wattsupwiththat.com "From a public safety standpoint, if you've decommissioned three nuclear reactors, why would you want to install a BESS facility in populated areas that is far less safe?"
(2026-06-01). Everybody Moves Migrant Business Owners: Amit from India. mediasanctuary.org This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. | This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. | This week we feature Amit from India.
(2026-06-01). Israeli troops halt Marian festival in W. Bank Christian village. newarab.com 
According to the US-based NGO Vulnerable People Project (VPP), Israeli military vehicles ent…
(2026-06-01). Global sea level rise threatens 77-132 million people with inundation. wsws.org As global warming accelerates, sea levels are projected to rise on average 1 meter (3.3 feet) by the end of the century, inundating vast low-lying areas.
(2026-06-01). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-01). French Constitutional Council approves changes to New Caledonia's electoral roll. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk The French Constitutional Council has validated an adjustment to New Caledonia's restrictions for their forthcoming provincial elections due to be held on 28 June 2026. The adjustment will now allow more than 10,000 people to cast their votes in the French territory's local elections. The ruling…
(2026-06-01). Protesters rally at N.J. Gov. Sherrill's office, saying she is 'enabling these Gestapo-Nazi tactics'. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? About 60 people attended a rally Monday afternoon at the statehouse in Trenton, New Jersey, to object to Gov. Mikie Sherrill's handling of protesters in Newark, who have been advocating for better conditions inside and outside of Over the past week, there have been violent clashes between protesters and U.S…
(2026-06-01). History is Not Past: 250 Years of the US Project and Examining HondurasGate. projectcensored.org First up, Dr. Gerald Horne joins the show to ring in 250 years of the US project – how is that going? Dr. Horne sets the record straight not only about what's missing in our ever censored history books but how that affects our understanding of issues and struggles today. As James Baldwin noted, history is not past, after all. We discuss the selective teaching and pedestaling of state-sanctioned violence, the moving target of whiteness, and more.
(2026-06-01). Net Zero Just Cut Aussie Wheat Production by 50%. wattsupwiththat.com Too bad all those Aussie oil refineries had to close.
(2026-06-01). Former election clerk Tina Peters released after Trump pressure campaign. aljazeera.com Peters had been sentenced to nine years in state prison after allowing access to Colorado state voting machines.
(2026-06-01). Mamdani's "COGE" commission to prepare deeper cuts to New York City social programs and regulations. wsws.org After avoiding mass layoffs and cuts to social programs in the 2027 New York City budget, Mamdani has announced the formation of COGE to recommend the implementation of permanent austerity.
(2026-06-01). WHO hails Saudi Arabia's health measures after safe Hajj season. newarab.com 
(2026-06-01). Everybody Moves Migrant Business Owners: Jinah from the U.S. mediasanctuary.org This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. | This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. | This week we feature Jinah from the U.S.
(2026-06-01). Why are art schools disappearing in America? wsws.org Arts education has suffered an unprecedented reversal in the past few years. Art schools, a number of which have served students and communities for over 100 years, have been abruptly closed.
(2026-06-01). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-06-01). India's viral 'Cockroach' party founder plans street protest. geo.tv 
The Cockroach Janta Party and words "India Gen Z" logo are seen in this illustration taken May 28, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-06-01). Everybody Moves The Asian Diaspora: Wei Qin from China. mediasanctuary.org This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. | This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. | This week we feature Wei Qin from China.
(2026-06-01). Arsenal fall short in Budapest. thecanary.co 
Arsenal were beaten by Paris Saint-Germain on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Champions League final, a result that leaves a mixture of pride and frustration in its wake. The Gunners matched a star-studded PSG for long stretches, pushed the game to the limit, and ultimately lost in the lottery of spot-kicks. For Arsenal […] | By
(2026-06-01). US host cities made transit improvements a World Cup goooooooal. grist.org 
The latest addition to Seattle's already impressive public transit system opened to great fanfare this spring when more than 200,000 people rode the Crosslake Connection light rail line. | Its March 28 debut was second only to the parade that followed the Seahawks' Super Bowl victory as Sound Transit's busiest day ever. Trains now glide across Lake Washington on what is believed to be the world's first electric rail line that spans a floating bridge, linking the city with Bellevue and Redmond, and doubling the frequency of stops in the heart of Emerald City. | Those same tracks will carry tens of thousands of…
(2026-06-01). A party of Independents will only succeed if it is transparent. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-01). Why So Many Influencers Fake 'Luxury Events' Online. newsone.com 
Unsplash.com royalty-free image #rJWykl03fbA, " uploaded by Michael Kyule (
(2026-06-01). Union Baristas and Pride 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Pride has always been about collective action. Queer and trans people organizing for each other, fighting for dignity, and refusing to accept exploitation as normal. That spirit is exactly what's driving baristas across the country right now. And this Pride Month, we're bringing both together.Labor rights are LGBTQ+ rights. …
(2026-06-01). Should billionaires pay more taxes? whyy.org As America's billionaire class grows, some states and some in Congress are proposing a wealth tax. Polls show most Americans think the rich aren't paying their fair share.
(2026-06-01). 'My Personal Pride and Joy': Mandelson's UK Palantir Deal. bylinetimes.com On 22 July 2025, Britain's Ambassador to the United States sent a short email to the two most senior aides in Downing Street. The subject line was a name: "Peter Thiel." | "This celebrated techie is in London til Aug 9," Lord Mandelson wrote to Morgan McSweeney, then the Prime Minister's Chief of Staff, and his deputy Jill Cuthbertson. "I don't know whether you have been approached already, but would the PM like to meet him?" | Contained in the second tranche of the so-called Mandelson files laid before Parliament, this email is one of a series of moments in which Mandelson personally connected the UK governme…
(2026-06-01). Jefferson Health doctor dreams up EpiPen alternative autoinjector that attaches to your phone. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Dr. Edmund Pribitkin watched his teenage daughter rush around as she got ready for a school dance. All she was taking along was a very small clutch purse. | "And I said to her as she was making her way out, 'Well I hope you have your EpiPen in there,'" Pribitkin said, adding that his daughter replied 'Dad,'" with exasperation. | Pribitkin was concerned. At the time, his daughter had a bad nut allergy. She had a prescription for
(2026-06-01). Sheinbaum accuses US of 'interference' amid probe of Mexican officials. aljazeera.com Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has accused the United States of interfering in Mexico's internal affairs.
(2026-06-01). Protests at Newark immigrant detention center grow. peoplesworld.org 
NEWARK, N.J.—Mayor Ras Baraka issued a mandatory 9 p.m. to 6 a. m. curfew around the Delaney Hall facility, used as an immigrant detention center here this weekend. Families and supporters of detained immigrants have protested the extent of the areas cordoned off by the mayor, saying that they prevent access by both supporters and …
(2026-06-01). Troy Public Library Happenings in June 2026. mediasanctuary.org The Troy Public Library provides a lot of great public resources in addition to a lot of great reading material! Patrick Kiley of The Troy Public Library came to the studio with his daughter to speak about book suggestions and library programming.
(2026-06-01). Kenyans protest planned US Ebola quarantine facility. aljazeera.com Hundreds protest near the site of the planned facility, which would serve US nationals exposed to the virus.
(2026-06-01). "We Closed Our Account" : Advocates Call for Boycott of Citizens Bank for Financing ICE Jails. democracynow.org 
We look at a growing boycott against Citizens Bank amid a campaign to pressure the corporation to divest from financing CoreCivic and GEO Group, two of the nation's largest private operators of ICE jails. An interfaith coalition of dozens of religious groups in Boston said Citizens Bank has failed to adequately address its concern about financing private prisons, so the group has withdrawn $1 million from its estimated $14 million account with the bank and threatened to keep removing funds until its demands are met. | Filmmaker Julie Cohen and journalist Paul Barrett, who are married, recently wrote an opin…
(2026-06-01). China sees rapid rise in youth athletics competitions. ecns.cn TAIYUAN, June 1 ⚪ As International Childrens Day arrives and the 2026 China KidsAthletics Month campaign closes, youth athletics activities continue to gain momentum across China.
(2026-06-01). Madison, Bike Ride for Palestine! July 19, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org SUNDAY, JULY 19, BIKE RIDE FOR PALESTINE, 10 AM — 2 PM. Departing from Olin Park, 2 1/2 or 3 1/2 mile rides. To volunteer to help with ride email: . For info and registration:
(2026-06-01). UN chief calls for UN force to remain in Lebanon. newarab.com 
UN chief In a report to the Security Council seen by AFP, Guterres proposes three options ranging from nearly 2,000 to more than 5,500 UN personnel to monitor the ceasefire and support the Lebanese armed forces. | "Under all proposed options, a uniformed United Nation…
(2026-06-01). China makes substantial progress in improving accessibility for children with disabilities: UNICEF representative. ecns.cn BEIJING, June 1 ⚪ China has made substantial progress in improving accessibility for children with disabilities, said Amakobe Sande, the United Nations Childrens FundRepresentative to China.
(2026-06-01). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-06-01). Powell uses JFK award speech to defend Fed from political pressure. scmp.com Former US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell used one of his first major public appearances since leaving office to defend independent institutions while accepting an award Sunday honouring his efforts to preserve the central bank's independence. | Speaking at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, Powell called universities, courts, Congress and the central bank "the foundation and the embodiment of our democracy" and argued that the Fed's independence was a "priceless asset" that must be…
(2026-06-01). The USDA canceled $300M in farm grants, citing fraud. Did it make up the evidence? grist.org 
Leah Atwood was rattled. It was the tail end of March, and for days she and her colleagues at Agroecology Commons had been fielding dozens of emails alerting them to grant terminations targeting a $300 million U.S. Department of Agriculture program. One after another, within a single week, 49 of the 50 grantees received notices from the USDA informing them that their grants were cancelled. | By the end of the month, Agroecology Commons still hadn't gotten a notice from the USDA. While their peers were figuring out how to pick up the pieces, it seemed as though their $2.5 million grant, structured largely to he…
(2026-06-01). Explosion reported at Hanwha Aerospace facility in S. Korea's Daejeon. ecns.cn SEOUL, June 1 ⚪ Authorities received a report of an explosion at the Hanwha Aerospace facility in Daejeon, South Korea, after a loud bang was heard by witnesses, Yonhap News Agency reported Monday.
(2026-06-01). Torture, Racism, War and Male Chauvinism: Fighting Back. juancole.com (
(2026-06-01). Life sentence for UK Sikh man who falsely claimed his dying victim racially abused him. scmp.com A UK court on Monday jailed a British Sikh man for life for killing a university student in a case that sparked anger after police handcuffed the dying victim following a false claim of racial abuse. | A judge at Southampton Crown Court sentenced Vickrum Digwa, a 23-year-old local resident, to life in prison with an obligation to spend at least 21 years in jail for the killing of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak on December 3.
(2026-06-01). Rare blue micromoon seen across China. ecns.cn It is the second full moon in May of the Gregorian calendar, commonly known as a "blue moon". This event also featured a micromoon, which means it was near its farthest point from Earth in its orbit.
(2026-06-01). UK govt to release second batch of ex-US envoy Mandelson files. newarab.com 
British ministers braced on Monday for the release of potentially embarrassing documents relating to Hundreds of files expected to run to more than 1,000 pages were to be published on Monday as the scandal over
(2026-06-01). Chinese naval hospital ship sets sail for mission in South China Sea. ecns.cn GUANGZHOU, May 31 ⚪ The Chinese Peoples Liberation ArmyNavy hospital ship, Silk Road Ark, departed from a military port in Zhanjiang, south Chinas Guangdong Province.
(2026-06-01). Chinese Young Pioneers total 112 million members. ecns.cn BEIJING, June 1 ⚪ The Chinese Young Pioneers, a national mass organization for Chinese children, had about 112 million members across the country by the end of 2025, the CYP national working committee said Monday.
(2026-06-01). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-06-01). Saturday 5/30: San José…Oligarchs extract. We create. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, 95117…
(2026-06-01). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.." — Albert Einstein…
(2026-06-01). Lens defender Abdulhamid spearheads Saudi 2026 World Cup squad. newarab.com 
(2026-06-01). Understanding AI market intelligence for anthropic stock tracking. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-01). France bans Israeli offensive weapons at trade show. newarab.com 
"Only Israeli exhibitors presenting anti-ballistic and anti-air defence systems are authorised," said the president of COGES Events, Charles Beaudouin, responding to an Israeli defence ministry statement that protested the restrictions. | "This is a decision by the French government,…
(2026-06-01). US murder spree in Latin American waters moves beyond 200 killed. wsws.org The Trump administration's campaign of extrajudicial killings off the coast of Latin America has killed more than 200 people, exposing the complicity of the Democratic Party and all regional governments with the normalization of mass murder as imperialist policy.
(2026-06-01). Southeast Asia in the Global South. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer The "Global South" is a useful shorthand expression applied for decades to describe countries in Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Oceania which have shared colonial histories, development issues, and peripheral positions in the world economy. In postcolonial solidarity rhetoric, the Global South paradigm aims to place at its center structural distortions …
(2026-06-01). AI giant Anthropic files for US IPO as investors bet big on AI future. aljazeera.com Anthropic, which operates AI chatbot Claude, did not disclose the size or the terms of the offering.
(2026-06-01). How Whoopi Goldberg And Tracy Morgan Are Leading The 2026 Wellness Shift. newsone.com 
ShutterStock royalty-free image #2003674955, 'Group of multiethnic mature people stretching arms outdoor. Middle aged yoga class doing breathing exercise at park. Beautifil women and fit men doing breath exercise together with outstretched arms. ' uploaded by user #301539971, retrieved from ShutterStock on April 30th, 2026. License details available at Whoopi Goldberg and Tracy Morgan are leading the wellness shift in 2026 by doing something stil…
(2026-06-01). Democracy Now! 2026-06-01 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for June 01, 2026; NJ State Police Join Crackdown Against Supporters of Hunger-Striking Immigrants at Delaney Hall; "We Closed Our Account": Advocates Call for Boycott of Citizens Bank for Financing ICE Jails; "Revolving Door": Former GEO Group VP David Venturella Is New Interim ICE Chief; Meet Bajun Mavalwalla, Veteran Convicted for ICE Protest in Unprecedented Use of Conspiracy Charges | Headlines for June 01, 2026; NJ State Police Join Crackdown Against Supporters of Hunger-Striking Immigrants at Delaney Hall; "We Closed Our Account": Advocates Call for Boycott of Ci…
(2026-06-01). EU Imperialism Marching After Hungarian Coup. covertactionmagazine.com On April 12th, a political earthquake in Hungary upended 16 years of continuous rule by Viktor Orban. It was a period characterized by constant and ever-mounting confrontation between Budapest and the European Commission, the EU's executive body. Now, Orban's exit has removed a major barrier to EU federalization, and imperialism. Brussels' fingerprints are plastered all …
(2026-06-01). Activists plaster missing posters around Mexico stadiums ahead of World Cup. aljazeera.com Activists put up missing persons posters to raise awareness of the disappearance crisis ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
(2026-06-01). I survived Iran's prisons. Don't let those still inside vanish. newarab.com 
More than thirty years ago, When I first arrived in the United Kingdom, my mind was still trapped in prison. I saw the faces of friends who had been executed. I heard the firing squad and the sounds of my fellow prisoners being tortured. |
(2026-06-01). Outspoken Critic of Mali's Junta Still Missing a Month On. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Lawyer and junta critic Mountaga Tall, Mali, 2025. | © Private | A month has passed since the May 2 abduction of prominent Malian lawyer and government critic Mountaga Tall. His whereabouts remain unknown, raising fears that he was forcibly disappeared.Unidentified gunmen stormed Tall's home in the capital, Bamako, and dragged him away in an unmarked vehicle, according to his family. His wife was assaulted while trying to video the abduction, and her phone was confiscated. Since then, the Malian authorities have neither acknowledged holding Tall nor provided any information about h…
(2026-06-01). Video: Presidential election has Colombia on edge. aljazeera.com Abelardo de la Espriella will face left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the run-off for Colombia's presidential election.
(2026-06-01). Elections in Colombia: Cepeda and Petro dismiss preliminary 1st round results. colombiareports.com Colombia's leftist presidential candidate, Senator Ivan Cepeda, said Sunday that he does not accept the preliminary results of the first round election that surprisingly saw far-right attorney Abelardo de la Espriella come out on top. In a speech before supporters, Cepeda called on electoral authorities to scrutinize the allegedly last-minute registry of hundreds of thousands …
(2026-06-01). Saturday 5/30: ART and REVOLUTION ~ Opening Reception. indybay.org Companeros Del Barrio | 474 Valencia St. | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-06-01). Arms Embargo Now! GKN Out Of Garden Grove! popularresistance.org On Thursday, May 21, a 34,000-gallon storage tank carrying a highly toxic and flammable chemical, methyl methacrylate, overheated at the GKN Aerospace facility in the middle of a predominantly working-class Garden Grove neighborhood. The overheating tank released toxic chemicals into the air, creating a serious risk of explosion and forcing over 50,000 residents to evacuate. | GKN Aerospace's chemical crisis has resulted in evacuations in Garden Grove, Stanton, Westminster, Cypress, and Buena Park, forced dozens of school closures, and disrupted hundreds of businesses.
(2026-06-01). 'Su Super League' match ignites football passion in Zhenjiang. ecns.cn Changzhou defeated Zhenjiang 2-0 on Saturday in the Jiangsu City Football League, known as the Su Super League.