(2026-06-08). US preps for Iran nuclear endgame? Trump envoys consult atomic experts in secret visit. hindustantimes.com Reports suggest the Trump administration is preparing for a possible breakthrough in U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations. According to Axios and Reuters, envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner recently visited Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee to consult leading nuclear experts who could support future talks with Tehran. The reported move comes as discussions over sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, uranium enrichment, and nuclear safeguards enter a critical phase. While no final agreement has been reached, the consultations indicate Washington is planning for potential implementation scenarios if a deal…
(2026-06-07). Iran launches missiles at Israel for first time since April ceasefire. ecns.cn JERUSALEM/TEHRAN, June 8 ⚪ Iran on Sunday evening launched several waves of missiles against Israel and warned the latter not to retaliate, in the first such strikes since a ceasefire was reached in April.
(2026-06-08). Israeli missiles hit Iran in retaliatory strike, first confrontation since April 8 ceasefire. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Explosions were reported in several Iranian cities, including the capital Tehran, after Israel said it had carried out strikes on military targets. The attacks took place despite US President Donald Trump claiming he was directing developments in the region and had urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to respond to Tehran's recent missile attacks. | The strikes followed a sharp escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel after Tehran launched missiles at Israel on Sunday night, marking the first direct military confrontation between the two countries since the April 8 ceasefire.
(2026-06-08). Trump says new Israel, Iran strikes won't affect peace deal. geo.tv 
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(2026-06-08). 100 days of the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran. wsws.org The war has had two major effects: a deepening of the global crisis of the capitalist system and an enormous escalation of the global class struggle, not least within the United States.
(2026-06-07). Trump, Netanyahu speak by phone after Iranian missile fire ⚪ Israeli state media. ecns.cn Trump,Netanyahu speak by phone after Iranian missile fire ⚪ Israeli state media.
(2026-06-07). Iraqi armed group threatens to attack U.S. bases if Washington joins attacks on Iran. ecns.cn The Iraqi Shiite militia Kataib Hezbollah on Sunday threatened to attack U.
(2026-06-08). How Israel Engineered Gaza's Health Care Collapse. juancole.com By Hend Salama Abo Helow | This article was originally published by A Palestinian doctor in Gaza says the territory is facing its worst medication shortage since Israel began the genocide. | My mother has been a hypertension patient for the past 25 years. Ever since her initial diagnosis, she has adhered strictly to her prescribed medication. Yet since the genocide broke out, her medicine gradually ran out until it vanished from the markets altogether, with no clinic, pharmac…
(2026-06-08). Lim Tean: Why standing on the wrong side of history cost Germany its UNSC seat. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean Germany learnt to its huge cost and embarrassment last week that supporting Israel's genocidal operations in Gaza and elsewhere in the Middle East leads only to opprobrium from the international community. A country which had been a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for decades lost in its bid…
(2026-06-08). Medicaid work requirements threaten coverage for millions as Trump escalates class war on the poor. wsws.org The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the work requirement provisions in Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill will reduce federal Medicaid spending by $326 billion over 10 years—the single largest source of savings in the legislation—and strip coverage from an estimated 5.2 million adults by 2034.
(2026-06-08). MLB: Marlins Turn the Tide and Defeat the Rays in Miami. radiohc.cu Havana, June 7 (RHC) — The Miami Marlins defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 today at LoanDepot Park, in a duel where offensive patience and pitching dominance tipped the scales. | In a clash that pitted contrasting realities against each other within their divisions, the Rays (37-25), leaders of the American League East, took an early lead when Cuban Yandy Díaz hit an RBI single in the third inning. | Starter Griffin Jax held the line for five flawless innings, but his departure opened a crack that Miami exploited with precision in the sixth against reliever Garrett Cleavinger. | An RBI triple by Dominican Otto…
(2026-06-08). II Bienal de Humor Político, en Cuba, promete amplia presencia internacional. radiohc.cu El caricaturista cubano Arístides Hernández (Ares) confirmó este domingo que la II Bienal Internacional de Humor Político en Cuba (del 9 al 14 de junio), promete un programa variado y amplia presencia de creadores extranjeros. | En entrevista concedida a la televisión nacional, el artista expresó: En esta ocasión, se recibieron 359 obras de 118 autores, procedentes de 38 países, una participación mucho más grande y de mayor calidad que en la anterior". | Dijo que asistirán el humorista gráfico belga Luc Descheemaeker, ganador de la primera edición del evento, y otros importantes exponentes que dialogarán de manera…
(2026-06-07). Robot housekeepers set to enter homes in trial. ecns.cn Tired of housework and wishing someone would take care of all the chores? If one company in Wuhan, Hubei province, has its way, all the daily domestic drudgery would soon be the responsibility of robot housekeepers that could become as common as basic household appliances in the future.
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong to co-host inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup. ecns.cn Hong Kong has been named one of the host cities for the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong pushes ahead with AI development: HKSAR financial chief. ecns.cn HONG KONG, June 7 ⚪ Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Regiongovernment, said on Sunday that Hong Kong is pushing ahead with promoting the development of artificial intelligence.S.dollar=7.83 HK dollars)‚ñ .
(2026-06-07). Xi arrives in Pyongyang for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
(2026-06-08). Flailing newsrooms flog fears of a fictional recession. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-07). Two very large crude carriers named and delivered by Chinese builder on same day. ecns.cn Two 306,000-deadweight-ton very large crude carriers, independently designed and built by a Chinese shipbuilder, were named and delivered at Changxing Island in Dalian, Liaoning province, on Friday.
(2026-06-08). China turns African port into tourist spot, students rethink Hong Kong: 5 weekend reads. 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. China is transforming historic African slave port into waterfront tourism magnet | 2. The new Panama? Why Nicaragua could be next front in US-China influence battle | 3. Is the dream over? Mainland students rethink Hong Kong over costs and cultural fit…
(2026-06-07). Nearly 10,000 residents evacuated as torrential rain batters southwest China's Guizhou. ecns.cn GUIYANG, June 7 ⚪ Torrential rain battered parts of southwest Chinas Guizhou Province from Saturday to Sunday, triggering floods and forcing the evacuation of nearly 10000 residents.
(2026-06-07). Xi leaves for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, left Beijing on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
(2026-06-08). Can the Iran War Wake Asia up to Climate Crisis in Time? juancole.com ( Foot-draggers, in other words, can reap a lot of benefits, whether as a result of ignorance (not knowing about a new product), fear (of making a…
(2026-06-08). License to inflate: the One Nation surge and political astrology. onlineopinion.com.au One Nation's rise may be real. The commentary surrounding it often borders on performance art.
(2026-06-07). 2 red pandas from Shanghai to join Taipei Zoo. ecns.cn TAIPEI, June 7 ⚪ Two young red pandas from the Shanghai Zoo will join the animal family at the Taipei Zoo after completing a month of quarantine following their arrival in Taipei over the weekend.
(2026-06-08). Massive earthquake of 7.8 magnitude jolts Philippines; tsunami warning issued, five killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least three people were killed and four others injured after a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippine city of General Santos on Monday, according to Reuters. | The quake, which struck at a depth of 10 kilometres, triggered widespread concern across the region. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center subsequently issued a tsunami warning for the next three hours for parts of the coastlines of Indonesia, Philippines, Palau, Taiwan and Papua New Guinea. | According to the GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences, the earthquake occurred at a relatively shallow depth, a factor that…
(2026-06-08). Why the Enhanced Games offer of $US10 million to break Usain Bolt's 100m world record in 2027 is unlikely to succeed. onlineopinion.com.au Which athlete would bet the opprobrium of failing to win a pharmaceutically enhanced title against the chance of winning $10 million.
(2026-06-07). Why East China's Zhejiang so attractive to foreign leaders. ecns.cn A growing number of foreign leaders have made East China's Zhejiang Province a key stop on their official visits. Why is the province so attractive? The answers lie in the province's booming robotics industry, abundant business opportunities, and development experience.
(2026-06-07). Tsunami advisory issued for Japan's Pacific coasts. ecns.cn June 8 ⚪ Japans weather agency on Monday issued tsunami advisories for the coastal areas from Ibaraki Prefecture on the countrys eastern Pacific coast to the island prefecture of Okinawa in the south after a strong earthquake struck the Philippines.
(2026-06-08). This week in history: June 8-14. wsws.org Charleston Five longshoremen face state repression; Jimmy Carter clinches Democratic presidential nomination; Two of "Trenton Six" convicted in racist frame-up; June Tenth movement in Korea against Japanese rule.
(2026-06-08). Who stands to lose: Future faces of the Medicaid work requirement cuts. wsws.org These profiles are hypothetical composites drawn from the documented demographic patterns of the Medicaid expansion population and the known mechanisms by which work requirements produce coverage loss. They represent no single individual, but they exemplify millions.
(2026-06-08). Scientists expelled by police at the diabetes conference as Trump administration accelerates dismantling of biomedical research. wsws.org The expulsion of leading researchers from the American Diabetes Association conference by armed police exposes the capitulation of medical institutions to the Trump administration's fascistic anti-science agenda.
(2026-06-08). Australia: Poor communities hit by largest diphtheria outbreak on record. wsws.org Most cases have occurred in the Northern Territory, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, among the poorest and most oppressed layers of the Australian population, the hardest hit.
(2026-06-08). Australia: Gold mining company handed meagre fine for worker's amputation. wsws.org A 23-year-old labourer's arm was ripped off by a drilling machine at the Cadia East mine near Orange, New South Wales. Almost three years later, the company was fined just $750,000.
(2026-06-08). Court rules that Trump's name must be removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. wsws.org A Washington DC federal district judge ruled that the president's stacking of the board with his loyalists and placing the Trump name on the Kennedy Center was a "procedurally defective and substantively unlawful action."
(2026-06-08). Peru faces drawn-out count as presidential race goes down to the wire. scmp.com Peru faced a drawn-out count in its bitterly contested presidential run-off after results showed the race for the ninth head of state in 10 years was too close to call. | Figures released by electoral authorities showed conservative politician Keiko Fujimori with a modest lead over nationalist congressman Roberto Sanchez with 58 per cent of ballots tallied in a contest overshadowed by people's concerns about surging crime. The outcome, expected to be tight, may not be known for days.
(2026-06-08). Iran arrives at new base camp in Mexico ahead of World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). 5 people stabbed at Penn Station in New York. ecns.cn NEW YORK, June 7 ⚪ Five people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday, with at least one sustaining serious injuries, CBS reported.
(2026-06-08). Stellantis in Germany: 650 engineering jobs at Opel in Ràºsselsheim on the line. wsws.org In April 2026, Stellantis announced elimination of 650 of the remaining 1,650 jobs at the Ràºsselsheim, Germany development center, without hiring replacements, in open violation of an ongoing "Future Collective Bargaining Agreement."
(2026-06-07). HKSAR, Central Asian countries expand cooperation in economy, trade. ecns.cn HONG KONG, June 7 ⚪ John Lee, chief executive of Chinas Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, recently led the largest trade delegation of the current administration to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
(2026-06-08). Four workers dead at Palmetto—the consequence of decades of cuts and the drive to privatize USPS. wsws.org Four workers have died at the Palmetto Regional Processing and Distribution Center in Georgia in the past two years. The most recent, Demarcus Little, told a supervisor he felt unwell last week, collapsed, and died.
(2026-06-08). "We need to join hands in a common fight!" : Open letter from Nexteer Workers Rank-and-File Committee to our brothers and sisters on strike at American Axle. wsws.org Nexteer workers who have voted down three UAW-backed contracts are fighting to join American Axle workers in a common strike…
(2026-06-08). Trump denounces California election, defends January 6 attackers. wsws.org The US president walked out of an interview with NBC when asked to provide proof of his claims about "rigged" elections.
(2026-06-08). The Philippines engulfed in acute political and constitutional crisis. wsws.org The Senate standoff in the Philippines has spiraled into a constitutional crisis that Marcos is exploiting to expand his presidential powers and tear up the 1987 charter restraints.
(2026-06-08). World Cup warm-up: Morocco draw with Norway. newarab.com 
Norway captain Martin Odegaard equalised 15 minutes from time to force a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Morocco had been ahead from the seventh minute when Brahim Diaz thundered home a shot from the edge of the penalty area, but Norway fought their way back and could have won the clash with the North Africans, who Norway shrugged off the hot conditions a…
(2026-06-08). No Kings: Why Australia needs its own republic movement. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-07). Xi says China-DPRK relations face new opportunities, missions. ecns.cn BEIJING, June 8 ⚪ Currently, relations between China and the Democratic Peoples Republic of Koreastand at a new historical starting point, facing new development opportunities and shouldering new missions of the times, Xi Jinping.
(2026-06-08). Trump sidelined by Shehbaz Sharif? Pakistan sends secret message to Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei. hindustantimes.com Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reportedly delivered a "special message" from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Iran's leadership during a high-level visit to Tehran. According to official statements, the message was addressed to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid ongoing regional tensions and fragile U.S.—Iran relations. Naqvi held meetings with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, focusing on diplomatic coordination, border security, counter-terrorism, and drug trafficking. The discussions also touched on broader efforts to reduce regional conflict and…
(2026-06-08). FIFA, Eurovision expelled Russia but Israel has Impunity. juancole.com
(2026-06-08). Fujimori lidera elecciones en Perú, indican resultados preliminares. radiohc.cu La Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales (ONPE) del Perú ya empezó a publicar en su sitio web los primeros resultados de la segunda vuelta de las elecciones presidenciales, celebradas este domingo, entre la derechista Keiko Fujimori y el izquierdista Roberto Sánchez. | Con el 44,838 % de las actas contabilizadas, Fujimori tiene 52,779 % de los votos, seguida de Sánchez con el 47,221 %. | En cambio, el conteo rápido mostró otra tendencia. Ipsos recogió un 50,3 % para Sánchez, con Fujimori de segunda con 49,7 %. Mientras que Datum colocó de primero a Sánchez con 50,14 %, seguido de Fujimori con 49,86 %.Agradecem…
(2026-06-07). What does Iran's renewed missile bombardment of Kuwait and Bahrain mean? thealtworld.com What are the three slaps that the Lebanese president received, and who owns them? | The Iranian Revolutionary Guard shelled American military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain at dawn today in response to American aggression on Qeshm Island and the downing of four Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz, effectively ending the two-month truce and the futile Iranian-American negotiations. This incident has established a military confrontation front in Lebanon as a prelude to a larger war of attrition, which the Iranian leadership has threatened to initiate multiple times. | This renewed Iranian missile strike on Americ…
(2026-06-07). As OPEC+ meets, Iran war hobbles power to shape oil market. al-monitor.com OPEC+ ministers meet Sunday to weigh higher production quotas in a bid to cap oil prices that have surged since the Iran war effectively choked off Gulf crude shipments.But even if the cartel members vow to ramp up output by thousands of barrels per day, analysts say geopolitical realities mean they probably won't move the needle on prices.With the crucial Strait of Hormuz shut since US and Israeli attacks on Iran in late February, oil prices have nearly doubled, igniting inflation pressures worldwide.
(2026-06-07). Mojtaba's Iran rattles US troops as Hormuz strategy dubbed as 'nuclear bomb' by Tehran. hindustantimes.com Amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United States, senior Iranian leaders have issued fresh warnings over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint through which a significant share of the world's oil and gas supplies pass. Iran's Deputy Parliament Speaker Ali Nikzad reportedly described the Strait of Hormuz as Iran's "nuclear bomb", arguing that the waterway gives Tehran enormous leverage despite international pressure and military threats.
(2026-06-07). US attacks Iranian coastal sites after Iran launches drones in latest flare-up. al-monitor.com By Ahmed Elimam, Jana Choukeir and Phil StewartDUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 6 (Reuters) – U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites on Saturday after shooting down drones launched by Iran toward the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. military said, in the latest escalation complicating efforts to end the war between the two countries.
(2026-06-07). US says shot down Iran drones in fresh escalation. al-monitor.com The United States said it shot down a pair of Iranian drones threatening the Strait of Hormuz, the latest escalation of violence as the war crept into its 100th day on Sunday with no end in sight.Weeks of indirect talks marked by tit-for-tat threats and sporadic exchanges of fire have failed to secure a deal to end the conflict or reopen the vital waterway, a chokepoint for Gulf oil and gas shipments.
(2026-06-07). Our oil "savings account" is dwindling rapidly, more oil price spikes likely. resourceinsights.blogspot.com In the coming weeks readers will increasingly see two rarely used phrases | in stories covering our dwindling worldwide oil inventories: "operational | minimum" and "tank bottoms." The phrases more or less signify the same | thing, though the former is more abstract and precise, while the latter is | more visual. They signify rapid depletion of existing oil inventories and | presage price spikes to come due to the loss of oil supplies from the | Persian Gulf because of Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the | maritime artery through which 20 percent of the world's oil previously | flowed. | Think of it this…
(2026-06-07). US resolution draft at IAEA demands Iran open up nuclear sites. newarab.com 
The The text of the US draft resolution seen by Reuters on Sunday and circulated ahead of this week's quarterly meeting of the 35-nation board risks further complicating current talks between the US…
(2026-06-07). Let's Identify Those Who Want War, Not Peace. ummid.com A very important question today is — who wants the Iran-USA-Israel-Lebanon war to continue and who wants the Russia-Ukraine war to continue…
(2026-06-07). Israel reports incoming Iranian missiles in first since fragile ceasefire. scmp.com Air raid sirens sounded in Israel on Sunday as its military worked to intercept barrages of incoming Iranian missiles for the first time since an April ceasefire took hold in the Middle East war. | The Israeli army reported the attack just hours after Tehran had threatened to retaliate for a new Israeli strike on Beirut, Lebanon.
(2026-06-07). Israel reports Iranian missiles in first since Mideast ceasefire. newarab.com 
Air raid sirens sounded in Israel on Sunday as its military worked to intercept barrages of incoming Iranian missiles for the first time since an The Israeli army reported the attack just hours after Tehran had threatened to retaliate for a new Israeli strike on Beirut. | Iranian state TV reported explosions in three cities on Monday, as the Israeli army said its air forces had struck targets in west and central Iran. | "Several explosions heard in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan," state TV posted on Teleg…
(2026-06-07). Iran strikes Israel after Israel bomb's Beirut's Dahiyeh to kill peace talks. thecanary.co 
Iran has launched at least two and as many as five (so far) waves of drones and at least ten ballistic missiles against Israel. The strikes, described by Tehran as a "warning shot", came in retaliation for Israel attacking Dahiyeh in southern Beirut. Iran had warned Israel that it would strike its north if Netanyahu […] | By
(2026-06-07). Iran threatens US interests and Israel after strike on Beirut. scmp.com Iran's chief negotiator warned on Sunday that an Israeli strike on south Beirut and the continuing US blockade of Iranian ports would trigger retaliation. | Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs without warning on Sunday, days after a ceasefire agreement in Washington went into effect and despite a US request not to attack Lebanon's capital. Lebanon's state-run national news agency said two people were killed and 11 wounded in a preliminary count.
(2026-06-07). Pentagon: Israel Ramps Up Spying on Top US Officials. news.antiwar.com The Department of War has raised the counterintelligence threat posed by Israel to its top level. The sources said that Tel Aviv wanted intelligence on Washington's plans for the war against Iran. The New York Times and NBC News report speaking with multiple sources who said that the Defense Intelligence Agency raised the threat posed …
(2026-06-07). Ceasefire On the Brink of Collapse as Iran Responds to Israeli Attacks on Beirut. news.antiwar.com Iran fired missiles at Israel in response to the IDF bombing Beirut. "The Islamic Republic of Iran has repeatedly stated that it will not tolerate violations of the ceasefire and aggression against Lebanon. Tonight, the aggressors received their response," Mohsen Rezaee, the military adviser to Iran's supreme leader, wrote on X. "This response is a …
(2026-06-07). Iran war: Israeli army says missiles fired from Iran. newarab.com 
The Israeli army said it had detected incoming missile fire from Iran on Sunday, a first since a fragile truce went into effect in the Middle East war in April. | "A short while ago, sirens were sounded in several areas across the country, following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel," the military said, in a statement. | The Israeli military later warned of a second barrage of missiles fired from Iran, shortly after it reported the first such salvo since a fragile truce went into effect in April. | "An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israe…
(2026-06-07). Israel army says Iran committed 'grave mistake' by firing missiles. scmp.com Israel accused Tehran of committing a "grave mistake" on Sunday after reporting it had come under several waves of Iranian missile fire, the first such attack since a truce was announced on April 8 in the conflict in the Middle East. | Air raid sirens sounded across large areas of northern and central Israel, including the cities of Haifa, Caesarea and Hadera, according to the military.
(2026-06-07). Israel hits Iran after taking missile fire, defying Trump to hold back. scmp.com Israel said it struck military ‚Å targets in western and central Iran on Monday, even after US President Donald Trump reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from further attacks. | Hours earlier, Trump said new strikes by Israel and Iran would not affect his administration's peace talks with Tehran, adding that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "doesn't call the shots". Trump has leaned on Israel to stop its attacks in Lebanon to allow room for a deal to end the…
(2026-06-07). US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies' reconstruction, says source. geo.tv 
People walk past a billboard depicting the late leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, and the late Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a street in Tehran, Iran, June 6, 2026. — ReutersUS says it shot down two more Iranian attack drones.Iran…
(2026-06-07). US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf reconstruction, source says. newarab.com 
The U.S. government will attempt to redirect Iranian assets to Gulf states for rebuilding and repairs of future damage caused by Iran, a source familiar with the matter said on Saturday, a day after a wave of attacks by Iran against Kuwait and Bahrain. | U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has also directed a team to assess costs for The disclosure came a day after Mohsen…
(2026-06-07). Israel and the US are weaponising starvation in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
In the current negotiations over Lebanon's borders, the United States does not sit at the table as an impartial broker of peace, but as the orchestrator of a calculated financial siege. The Trump administration is utilising underhanded economic warfare, targeted banking blockades, and weaponising the global dollar system to deliberately starve the Lebanese state into […] | By
(2026-06-07). Rashida Tlaib forces Democrats to go on the record on Israeli aggression. mondoweiss.net 
Rashida Tlaib's bill calling to end U.S. support for Israel's ongoing invasion of Lebanon upset Democratic Party leaders who want to avoid a vote on Israel. Now, Congress may take a groundbreaking vote to rein in Israeli aggression.
(2026-06-07). Lebanon army chief in Pakistan, funeral plans for soldiers killed by Israel. aljazeera.com Lebanon's army chief Rodolphe Haykal left for Pakistan in a surprise visit as relentless fighting continues.
(2026-06-07). Israel uses white phosphorus in civilian areas in Lebanon. newarab.com 
The Israeli military has used A New York Times investigation of footage published Saturday found that the chemical had been used in several areas of southern Lebanon, including around major cities Tyre and Nabatieh, in recent weeks. | White phosphoru…
(2026-06-07). Israel strikes southern suburbs of Lebanon's capital Beirut. aljazeera.com Videos show the aftermath of an Israeli attack on Beirut's southern suburbs, with multiple explosions reported.
(2026-06-07). Israel bombs Beirut, trades fire with Hezbollah in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
Good morning and welcome to The New Arab's live coverage. Here are the latest updates from the region: | The In Hezbollah has responded with rocket fire into northern…
(2026-06-07). Israeli strike wounds sea turtle conservationist in Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). Israeli strike kills three Lebanese soldiers. al-monitor.com An Israeli strike in southern Lebanon killed three soldiers, Beirut's military said Saturday, as its chief travelled to Pakistan to meet with a key mediator in efforts to end the Middle East war.Israel has launched an operation in Lebanon to root out the Tehran-backed armed group Hezbollah, which drew Lebanon into the wider Middle East war by launching missiles on behalf of its sponsor.
(2026-06-07). An Eid celebration on a Gaza rooftop turns into a 'horror movie'. aljazeera.com Israel's continued attacks on homes in Gaza are contributing to the ongoing genocide in the enclave.
(2026-06-07). Why We Continue To Support Venezuela. popularresistance.org The current political situation in Venezuela cannot be explained solely by the events following January 3, 2026. We need to contextualize what has been happening over the past four decades. In the 1990s, there was total U.S. hegemony on the continent, which imposed the NAFTA agreement on us, and then sought to impose the FTAA as a space under the complete control of U.S. capital. All governments except Cuba supported the Americans. | But the people of some countries rebelled. In Venezuela, there was the Caracazo in 1989; then the military rebellion; and finally, the electoral victory of Chávez, who took power in…
(2026-06-07). A mausoleum in Caracas inaugurated in memory of the 32 Cuban combatants who were killed on January 3rd. radiohc.cu The memory of the 32 Cuban combatants who died in the line of duty during the events of January 3rd in Venezuela was perpetuated with the inauguration of a mausoleum in honor of the heroes at the General Cemetery of the South in Caracas. | Under a light drizzle, members of the collaboration missions and diplomats, accompanied by their children, paid tribute to the 32 combatants of the Revolutionary Armed Forces (FAR) and the Ministry of the Interior who gave their lives in defense of "this sister land." | As part of the tribute, the Cuban ambassador to Caracas, Jorge Mayo, and Major General Raúl Omar Acosta laid…
(2026-06-07). Cuba logró tres medallas en Olimpiada Internacional de Matemática e Informática. radiohc.cu Cuba se alzó con tres medallas en la Cuarta Olimpiada Internacional Al Khwarizmi de Matemática e Informática que se desarrolló en Taskent, la capital de Uzbekistán. | En el evento de conocimientos participaron 221 estudiantes de 16 naciones, y la República de Cuba fue el país de América Latina que más preseas logró, seguido por Venezuela con una. | En Informática alcanzó la medalla de plata, Mauricio Cruz, en tanto, Andy Ernesto Sánchez, obtuvo la de bronce, ambos estudiantes de noveno grado del Instituto preuniversitario Ernesto Che Guevara, de Villa Clara. | En Matemática, el bronce fue al pecho de Alejandro Ma…
(2026-06-07). Bibliotecarios cubanos celebran su día. radiohc.cu El Día del Bibliotecario cubano se conmemora este domingo en reconocimiento a la labor estratégica de estos profesionales en la construcción de una sociedad informada, crítica y participativa. | Gracias a la iniciativa del periodista César García Expósito, la efemérides marcó su origen en 1950 y se celebra cada 7 de junio en honor al natalicio del periodista e historiador Antonio Bachiller y Morales, considerado el padre de la bibliografía en Cuba. | Fue en 1981 que se instauró oficialmente con el propósito de enaltecer, no solo a editores y escritores, sino a quienes aportan esfuerzos en favor del desarrollo cul…
(2026-06-07). Fábrica de Arte Cubano cierra de manera temporal por bloqueo de EEUU. radiohc.cu El bloqueo de EE.UU. impuesto a Cuba por más de seis décadas golpea con mayor fuerza la cultura en el país caribeño, y una muestra es el cierre temporal de Fábrica de Arte Cubano (FAC). | Fundado por el destacado músico X Alfonso, el espacio, reconocido por la revista Time como uno de los "100 Mejores Lugares del Mundo", anunció en plataformas digitales que la decisión no ha sido fácil y que el compromiso es regresar a la programación habitual tan pronto como sea posible. | Ello responde a que creen "firmemente en el poder del arte para unirnos y apoyarnos en los momentos difíciles". | La institución cultural, co…
(2026-06-07). Vicecanciller cubano en Harare para foro en defensa de Carta de ONU. radiohc.cu El viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Elio Rodríguez Perdomo llegó este domingo a Harare, la capital de Zimbabwe, para asistir al IV Encuentro de Coordinadores Nacionales del Grupo de Amigos en Defensa de la Carta de Naciones Unidas. | El foro con sede en el Hotel Rainbow Tower tiene como tema central el multilateralismo efectivo en un orden internacional multipolar: de los principios de la Carta a la práctica. | Según la agenda, los asistentes también intercambiarán sobre otros asuntos de interés, como la actualización del panorama en Irán y la situación de Cuba por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo y l…
(2026-06-07). La Tira de los Lectores celebra el Día Mundial del Medio Ambiente. cubadebate.cu Hace unos días lanzamos la convocatoria y hoy regresa La Tira de los Lectores, esta vez dedicada al Día Mundial del Medio Ambiente. Recibimos imágenes desde distintos rincones de Cuba que reflejan la riqueza natural de nuestro país y sus paisajes. Agradecemos a todos los lectores que compartieron sus fotografías y experiencias.
(2026-06-07). Latin American journalists say Cuba doesn't face its fate alone. radiohc.cu We hadn't even arrived in Mexico yet to represent the Union of Journalists of Cuba (UPEC) at the XIII Congress of the Latin American Federation of Journalists when we received our first embrace and expression of solidarity and affection during a layover at Tucumán Airport: "Long live Cuba, Damn it!" Nelson del Castillo, then Secretary General of the continental organization, told us after the handshake with his wife, in which we felt the full brotherhood of our Puerto Rican colleagues.
(2026-06-07). Donation from Mexico and Belize arrives in Cuba. radiohc.cu The commercial vessel Asian Katra arrived on Sunday at the port of Havana, in the Regla municipality, carrying a donation from Mexico and Belize. | The shipment, consisting of food and other essential supplies, totals 1,700 tons and is intended to alleviate the hardships faced by the Cuban population. | Solidarity organizations with the island, Cuban residents in both countries, and a call for donations from the newspaper La Jornada, among other actors, helped to manage, organize, and assemble the donation. | This show of cooperation and solidarity from the governments and people of Mexico and Belize adds to othe…
(2026-06-07). 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.
(2026-06-07). At Least Nine Palestinians Killed in Gaza. news.antiwar.com Israel continues its attacks on Gaza, killing at least nine people over the past 24 hours. In Khan Younis, five people were killed and 17 injured when two missiles were fired at a police checkpoint. Israel claims its forces killed Hamas commander Sakr Abu Karim. Tel Aviv says Karim was involved in the October 7, …
(2026-06-07). Inside Gaza's tent cities without a single proper toilet: 'it's humiliating'. scmp.com In their bare-bones tent in southern Gaza, Mostafa Shaaban built his family's makeshift toilet behind a curtain in a corner. He dug a shallow pit in the sandy soil, poured a concrete slab around it, fixed a bottomless bucket over the hole, then topped it off with a battered, plastic toilet seat. | It reeks with a foul odour and buzzes with flies and mosquitoes only a few feet from where they sleep and prepare meals. Every week, Shaaban has to dig the sewage sludge out of the pit. But at least it…
(2026-06-07). Israeli strike in Gaza kills seven people, including two women, medics say. al-monitor.com By Nidal al-MughrabiCAIRO, June 6 (Reuters) – An Israeli strike killed at least seven Palestinians including two women in Gaza on Saturday, health officials said, as mediators restarted talks in Cairo with Hamas and other factions over safeguarding a strained ceasefire agreement.Medics said seven people were killed and 15 others, including children, were wounded when an Israeli airstrike targeted a large tent encampment in the heart of Gaza City.
(2026-06-07). Denial Is Not A River In Egypt, Or In Venezuela. popularresistance.org The January 3, 2026, kidnapping of Venezuela's president, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife, first combatant Cilia Flores, was carried out with the express purpose of turning that oil-rich nation into a vassal state whose resources would become the property of the United States. There would have been no reason to undertake such an act if ending that country's socialist experiment wasn't on the agenda. The United States created not only an act of aggression against a sovereign nation, but also confusion among anti-imperialists that lingers long after that dirty deed was done.
(2026-06-07). Acting President of Venezuela Meets Indian Industrial and Automobile Sector Representatives. orinocotribune.com The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, met senior executives from the industrial and automotive sectors of India as part of her official visit to the country. | The meeting took place in the city of Mumbai on Saturday, June 6, and presents a new opportunity for cooperation and commercial and economic diversification, in addition to the utilization of clean energies and the support for sustainable economic development. | Rodríguez observed a display of some urban transport vehicles produced by Tata Motors, which has built one of the most robust clean energy platforms in Asia, operating thousands of me…
(2026-06-07). Meet Namira Siddiqui: Muslim Dentist Who Secured NEET MDS 2026 AIR 1. ummid.com NEET MDS 2026 Result: Dr Namira Mohammad Ghalib Siddiqui, a Muslim Dentist, has secured the All India Rank 1 (AIR 1) in NEET MDS 2026 exam the result of which was announced on Wednesday June 03, 2026.
(2026-06-07). Zia Yusuf gives Henry Nowak's family two fingers with unbelievable claim. thecanary.co 
Reform — On 2 June, Nigel Farage stoked racial tensions in the UK by encouraging "pure, cold rage" from his followers. He made his speech in response to the sentencing of Henry Nowak's murderer. And he said what he said despite Nowak's family requesting the case not be used to sow division. Reform — Unbelievable […] | By
(2026-06-07). Two red pandas from Shanghai to arrive in Taipei under city exchange program. ecns.cn Two red pandas from Shanghai are planned to arrive in Taipei on Saturday as part of a 2024 wildlife exchange program agreed between the two cities, according to media reports.
(2026-06-07). Why has the Pentagon raised the risk of Israeli spying to the highest level? aljazeera.com The US agencies warn against Israeli efforts to collect information on the talks to end the war, according to reports.
(2026-06-07). US denies visas to 15 members of Iran's 2026 World Cup delegation. thecanary.co 
Preparations for the Iranian national team's participation in the 2026 World Cup have escalated into a tense political issue, following a visa crisis that triggered a diplomatic spat between Tehran and Washington. Meanwhile, the team continues its technical training, focusing away from the administrative turmoil. For a long time, there were doubts and continuous discussions […] | By
(2026-06-07). Ben-Gvir praises police on killing shooter in central Israel. aljazeera.com Israel's far right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir praised police for killing a Kokhav Yair shooting suspect.
(2026-06-07). Marc Marquez hits 100 career wins with Hungarian MotoGP victory. aljazeera.com The seven-time MotoGP world champion beat KTM's Pedro Acosta to claim his first grand prix victory of the season.
(2026-06-07). Saturday 6/13: Protest FIFA – Stop Sportswashing U.S. Human Rights Abuses. indybay.org 2800 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara near the Levi's Stadium…
(2026-06-07). Indian Gen Z are on move, albeit Cockroach Janta Party. ummid.com Whta India witnessed in the last few days, Gen Z dug through documents, cross-checked data, exposed inconsistencies, challenged official claims and worked with a determination that put many professionals to shame.
(2026-06-07). The Peace Manifesto Webinar: Activism, Global Cooperation, and Solidarity. worldbeyondwar.org Twenty-five years ago, UNESCO planted a historic seed with the Manifesto 2000, inspiring over 75 million people worldwide to commit to non-violence. Today, the Peace Manifesto is being renewed with more urgency than ever. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-06-07). curse of the coal mongers and black lung disease. indybay.org An enemy of the residents of Oakland, Phil Tagami.
(2026-06-07). Foundation laid for Malegaon's first Super Specialty Hospital. ummid.com Malegaon, the Textile City in North Maharashtra, will soon have a 100-bed super specialty hospital.
(2026-06-07). Charleston Organizers Launch 'Barrio Walks'. popularresistance.org Charleston, SC — As immigration enforcement intensifies across South Carolina, the Charleston chapter of the Community Service Organization (CSO) has launched rapid-response "Barrio Walks", with volunteers canvassing apartment complexes and neighborhoods being targeted by ICE. | Working in coordination with the Charleston Immigrant Community Hotline, CSO identifies areas seeing significant ICE activity and mobilizes quickly to distribute whistle kits to residents. Each kit contains know-your-rights cards, a zine with planning resources, trusted local legal contacts, tips for identifying ICE, and a whistle w…
(2026-06-07). Pope Leo in Spain: over 1 million people flood Madrid streets for mass. scmp.com More than one million people filled the streets of Madrid on Sunday for a mass by Pope Leo at which he called for a renewal of the Catholic faith in Spain. | The mass came on day two of Leo's seven-day visit to Spain, a traditional Catholic bastion where religious observance has been declining sharply in recent years as in much of western Europe.
(2026-06-07). Free State officer allegedly kills three family members before taking own life. sanews.gov.za Free State officer allegedly kills three family members before taking own life | A tragic shooting incident involving a member of the South African Police Service (SAPS) has left three people dead, two injured and a police officer deceased in Hennenman, Free State. | The SAPS in the Free State says it is shocked and deeply concerned by the incident, which allegedly involved a 47-year-old Rural Safety Coordinator stationed in Hennenman. | According to preliminary information, the officer reported for duty at 16: 00 on Saturday. In the early hours of Sunday, 7 June, at about 00: 30, he allegedly drove to Whittes Plot…
(2026-06-07). China opposes U.S. use of 'forced labor' as a pretext for extra tariffs. ecns.cn The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) on Thursday voiced its firm opposition to what it described as the U.S. use of "forced labor" as a pretext to impose extra tariffs on imports from the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
(2026-06-07). Saturday 6/13: Persepolis, Film Showing and Discussion. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-06-07). Pennsylvania Communities Are Beating Back a Wave of Water System Privatization. truthout.org In January, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court blocked the corporate takeover of a public water system in Chester, Pennsylvania. After a nine-year battle, the court ruled that Chester, a town of 33,000 outside Philadelphia, does not have the jurisdiction to sell the local municipal water system to Aqua, a massive company that owns water and sewer systems throughout the state. The ruling came in… |
(2026-06-07). Yemenis face Disease, Climate-driven Drought, and Conflict. juancole.com Written In a neighborhood of Sana'a, 17-year-old Malak Abdulmalik manages chronic respiratory symptoms that worsen with dust and seasonal changes. "I rely…
(2026-06-07). Trump set to shackle US economy to failing AI industry. thecanary.co 
As we reported on 4 June, the AI bubble is inching ever closer to being popped. It may survive another week, however, because US president Donald Trump is talking about bailing out these failing AI companies: This is the most dangerous, anti-democratic thing he's done yet. He's using the federal government as a backstop to […] | By
(2026-06-07). Xi to pay state visit to DPRK from June 8 to 9. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, will pay a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from June 8 to 9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, a spokesperson for the International Department of the CPC Central Committee announced on Friday.
(2026-06-07). What Washington Now Wants From Its Allies. moderndiplomacy.eu On 30 May 2026, speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told an audience of mostly Asian defense officials that durable partnerships rest not on idealistic values but on the concrete alignment of national interests. Where those interests diverge, he added, the United States adjusts pragmatically, without the drama or …
(2026-06-07). Ukraine Conducts Large-Scale Attack on St. Petersburg. news.antiwar.com Ukraine fired hundreds of drones at Russia on Saturday, including at Moscow and St. Petersburg. The mass drone salvo was launched as a major international event was wrapping up in St. Petersburg. The St. Petersburg government ordered residents to shelter in place on Saturday amid a Ukraine drone attack. The city's mayor reported that three …
(2026-06-07). David Lammy denies police are 'institutionally racist'. thecanary.co 
Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, David Lammy has denied that the police are institutionally racist. In doing so, he referenced the Casey Report — a report which found evidence of institutional racism in 2023. Lammy claimed the force has moved on since then, which is surprising to hear, because the Met refused to accept the findings […] | By
(2026-06-07). 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.
(2026-06-07). Los Angeles tiny homes move people off streets amid World Cup spotlight. aljazeera.com Thousands of people in Los Angeles are living in city-backed tiny homes as part of efforts to reduce homelessness.
(2026-06-07). Report: Cities experience soaring port economy output last year. ecns.cn Chinese seaport cities saw the added value of their port economy hit 7 trillion yuan ($1.03 trillion) in 2025, according to a report released by an institute under the Ministry of Transport.
(2026-06-07). F-47's Exotic Shape Was Hiding In Plain Sight On A Unit Patch. twz.com 
(2026-06-07). World Cup 2026 in numbers: Key statistical goals, titles and age records. aljazeera.com The 2026 World Cup has already set records for the most host nations, most matches and the highest prize money.
(2026-06-07). Seven-month-old Palestinian killed by Israeli military laid to rest. al-monitor.com HEBRON, June 6 (Reuters) – A seven-month-old Palestinian was laid to rest in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Saturday, a day after he was shot dead and his parents were injured by the Israeli military near Hebron, according to family members who witnessed the shooting and the Palestinian Health Ministry.Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, wrapped in a white shroud and a Palestinian flag, was buried in Hebron after funeral prayers were held at a nearby mosque. The infant was killed on Friday while traveling with his family by car near the city of Hebron.
(2026-06-07). Judge Blocks Trump From Holding Food Aid Hostage to Force His Agenda on States. truthout.org A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked an attempt by the US Department of Agriculture to force state governments to comply with President Donald Trump's positions on gender and immigration or lose out on billions of dollars in funding, including for food assistance. The attorneys general of the District of Columbia and 20 Democrat-led states sued the department and Secretary of… |
(2026-06-07). Wednesday 6/24: Rally at SF City Hall, Bayview-Hunters Point Calls for Mass Mobilization Over Shipyard. indybay.org On the Steps of San Francisco City Hall – 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-06-07). DR Congo's health workers fight Ebola with little pay and rest as crisis worsens. scmp.com Dr Richard Lokudu, the medical director of Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital, has received barely any compensation for his work on the front line of one of Congo's deadliest Ebola virus outbreaks. | Lokudu and several of his colleagues work all day at the hospital treating an influx of patients. Notifications of suspected cases come even late at night.
(2026-06-07). Wednesday 6/17: In SF New Opera "Echoes of Eureka" , a seven-movement opera about Chinese Immigrants. indybay.org In San Francisco a New Opera "Echoes of Eureka", which is a powerful seven-movement opera about Chinese immigration to California by Artistic Director, Eric Tua will be presented at the Chinese Historical Society…
(2026-06-07). Israeli Military Kills 7-Month-Old Palestinian Baby in West Bank. truthout.org Sam Abu Haikal was seven months old. On Friday night, Israeli soldiers opened fire on his family's car in Hebron. He was pulled out of it dead. The family lives in the Tel Rumeida neighborhood in Hebron's old city, an area surrounded by Israeli soldiers, checkpoints, and settler outposts, and where Palestinians live under constant harassment and restrictions to their movement. |
(2026-06-07). KCET 2026 Result: Tanisha Karthik bags 1st rank, check full toppers list. ummid.com KCET 2026 Toppers: Tanisha Karthik has secured the first ranks in Karnataka Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (KCET or UGCET) 2025 exam (Engineering) result of which was declared today i.e. Saturday June 06, 2026.
(2026-06-07). 2026 FIVB Volleyball Women's Nations League in Nanjing: Poland beats Czech Republic 3-0. ecns.cn Poland defeated Czech Republic 3-0 in the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Women's Nations League China at the Nanjing Youth Olympic Sports Park Gymnasium in Jiangsu Province on Thursday.
(2026-06-07). Marin County Jail Protest Calls to Scrap ICE. indybay.org Protesters outside the Marin County Jail calling for "ICE Out of Marin" charged Sheriff Jamie Scardina with complicity for continuing to assist in the arrests of undocumented county prisoners upon their release from jail by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
(2026-06-07). Legal centre demands probe into alleged rape in Israeli prison. newarab.com 
The Adalah Centre for Human Rights has called on Israeli authorities to launch an immediate criminal investigation into allegations of rape and sexual assault made by a German journalist who took part in The demand follows detailed testimony from the activist, who alleged she was subjected to abuse by Israeli prison staff while being held at Givon Prison in Ramla, central Israel. | The complaint was submitted on behalf of the participant, ident…
(2026-06-07). Thursday 6/11: Democrats for Palestinian Rights – Bay Area. Film Screening. indybay.org 2901 Moorpark Ave. #110 | San Jose, CA 95128…
(2026-06-07). Yemen: Houthis Should Free UN, Civil Society Staff. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A convoy from the United Nations and World Food Program crosses from Houthi-controlled areas to a government-controlled area to reach grain mills in an eastern suburb of Hodeidah, Yemen, February 26, 2019. | © 2019 Abduljabbar Zeyad/Reuters…
(2026-06-07). Hajj 2027: Haj Committee of India to start registration soon. ummid.com Indicating that the registration and online application process for Hajj 2027 (Haj 1448H) will start soon, the Haj Committee of India (HCOI) has asked pilgrims to keep their passports ready.
(2026-06-07). Trump uses wartime powers to dole out $700 million to 'clean, beautiful' coal. grist.org 
President Donald Trump is using wartime presidential authority to hand $700 million to coal-fired power plants in the U.S., the latest move by the president to bolster what he called "clean, beautiful coal," despite it being the dirtiest of fossil fuels. | "Today, we're taking historic action to bring down the price of energy and the cost of living for all Americans with the power of clean, beautiful coal," he said at a press conference on Thursday. | Trump is using the Defense Production Act, a Cold War-era statute used to accelerate American industrial output in times of national need, to provide grants to m…
(2026-06-07). New Issue Of JOHNSTONE: The Empire's War On Anti-War. caitlinjohnstone.com.au The new issue of JOHNSTONE is now available to order in print or download as a pay-what-you-want e-book version. This issue features a painting of Code Pink co-founder Medea Benjamin. The western empire is targeting antiwar activist group Code Pink with increasing aggression as US officials fabricate incidents of assault against the organization and launch …
(2026-06-07). Thursday 6/18: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Announces "Redwood Room After Dark" indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel – 495 Geary St San Francisco, 94102…
(2026-06-07). Saturday 7/11: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: Here Comes the Sun, by Bill McKibben. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-06-07). Chas Freeman: The Greater Israel Project Is Collapsing Under the Weight of Endless War. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff For decades, the dream of a "Greater Israel" has been treated by its advocates as an inevitable project of regional dominance, sustained by military superiority and unwavering support from Washington. But according to former U.S. Ambassador Chas Freeman, that project may now be colliding with the limits of power itself. In a wide-ranging …
(2026-06-07). Armenia's ruling party leads parliamentary vote with 54% in early results. scmp.com Armenia's ‚Å ruling Civil Contract party is leading in a parliamentary election with 54.44 per cent of the vote, according to early voting results from Armenia's electoral commission that were broadcast on public television. | Sunday's ‚Äåvote, Armenia's first general election since a crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan in 2023, was viewed as a test of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's push to deepen ties with the West and secure a peace deal with Azerbaijan after years of conflict ‚Å and political…
(2026-06-07). Kosovo votes again amid political deadlock, seeking EU and NATO progress. aljazeera.com Deadlock hampers Kosovo's EU ambitions as voters head to polls amid economic struggles and political discord.
(2026-06-07). 'What ceasefire?' Palestinians inspect destruction after Israeli strike. aljazeera.com Palestinians inspect the aftermath of an Israeli strike in Khan Younis.
(2026-06-07). Dubai luxury hotels woo staycationers as tourists flee. al-monitor.com Once reserved for wealthy travellers, Dubai's top-notch hotels have become almost exclusively reliant on residents, drawn in by dizzying staycation offers as war drives tourists away. On the Palm, an artificial island that has become synonymous with Dubai opulence, five-star hotels are busy on weekends and holidays once more, despite having been deserted by tourists.The clientele is driven by hotels offering residents-only deals that have become a lifeline for Dubai's luxury tourism.
(2026-06-07). Outrage as US actor, influencer mock rape of Palestinians. newarab.com 
An American comedian and a pro-Israel influencer have caused outrage after mocking the The Tribeca Film Festival condemned the remarks made by Elon Gold and Lizzy Savetsky, who were attending the premiere of a new Israeli film. | "I was only raped by two Israeli dogs," Gold told Savetsky during an interview on the red carpet on Thursday. | "I thought they only rape Palestinians," she replied, to which Gold said "No I got also a dog". | Gold,…
(2026-06-07). China overtakes Japan as Australia's largest vehicle supplier. ecns.cn China has overtaken Japan as Australia's largest source of imported vehicles, driven by rising shipments from automakers such as BYD and growing demand for electric and hybrid cars.
(2026-06-07). Trump Says US Troops Will Remain in Middle East Until Deal with Iran Signed. news.antiwar.com President Donald Trump says he will not pull US forces out of the Middle East until Iran signs a deal to end the war. He claimed that the American soldiers were not in danger. In an interview with NBC News released on Sunday, the President said he would not be removing US troops from the …
(2007-06-26). With China's Xi in North Korea, Kim to project confidence, defiance. tribune.com.pk 
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to Pyongyang on Monday, feeling in a position of strength with a firm ally in Russia, a nuclear arsenal and little apparent appetite to engage with Washington. | For Xi, leader of the world's second-biggest economy, the two-day visit to China's neighbour, his first in seven years, is part of an effort to draw Pyongyang back into its orbit. | Xi hosted Kim, among other leaders, at a massive military parade in Beijing last year, and the two countries have since resumed some passenger rail and air services. | This week's su…
(2026-06-07). 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.
(2026-06-07). Thursday 6/18: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again. indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel (495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102)…
(2026-06-07). Messi sits out Argentina's pre-World Cup friendly due to hamstring strain. aljazeera.com Messi's recovery depends on his 'clinical and functional progress', Argentina officials say before title defence.
(2026-06-07). EU and Russia clash as Armenians head to the polls, Putin fumes. scmp.com Armenians are voting on Sunday in parliamentary elections as the incumbent government, under mounting Russian pressure, seeks to loosen ties with Moscow and deepen cooperation with the West. | Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his ruling Civil Contract party are looking for a strong mandate for a new geopolitical course. The opposition they face includes some parties that are vocally pro-Russian.
(2026-06-07). Trump storms out of tense NBC interview about Iran war strategy, election fraud claims. scmp.com US President Donald Trump lasted through scrutinising questions about his Iran war strategy and repeated weather disruptions during an interview with US broadcaster NBC — but angrily stormed out when confronted over his unfounded claims of election fraud. | "You're a one-sided, crooked network. Sorry. Let's call it quits because I've had enough. Thank you, darling. Have a good time," Trump told Meet the Press host Kristen Welker before standing up and walking out of the interview that aired…
(2026-06-07). CBSE claims cyber attacks after 12th re-evaluation portal launch. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Tuesday June 02, 2026 launched the re-evaluation portal for Class 12th Students but claimed the website faced cyber attacks soon later.
(2026-06-07). Global Clinical Medical Ethics as a Catalytic Model for Diplomatic Relations. moderndiplomacy.eu This article explores the intersectionality between clinical medical ethics and catalytic approaches for diplomatic relations. Currently, global geopolitical stability is extraordinarily fractured, with active military engagement on multiple continents, pervasive outbreaks of violence, and contentious interactions in foreign affairs. Contemporaneously, challenges to mitigate mortality and morbidity rates exist in every sovereign nation. Such challenges are …
(2026-06-07). Why is Chinese President Xi Jinping visiting North Korea now? aljazeera.com The Chinese leader is making his first trip to Pyongyang in seven years amid significant military developments.
(2026-06-07). Israeli soldiers murder 7-month-old in Occupied West Bank. thecanary.co 
Israeli soldiers shot and murdered a seven-month-old baby in the Tel Rumeida area of Hebron, West Bank, on Friday, June 5. Sam Fahd Abu Haikal was in his mother's arms when Israeli soldiers killed him. The IOF opened fire on a car which was carrying the infant and his family. They shot despite the car […] | By
(2026-06-07). Israel Could Solve Its PR Problem By Simply Ceasing To Be Evil. scheerpost.com Israel's +972 Magazine reports that the Israeli military establishment has launched a training program designed to "influence public consciousness" around the world. Caitlin Johnstone Israel's +972 Magazine reports that the Israeli military establishment has launched a training program designed to "influence public consciousness" around the world, with courses aimed at training hundreds of operatives per year in …
(2026-06-07). Arab attacker opens fire in central Israel, killing 1 and wounding 5. scmp.com A Palestinian man with Israeli citizenship went on a shooting rampage in several towns in central Israel on Sunday, killing a reservist and wounding five other people, according to Israeli police and the military. The attacker was killed by police. | The attack came at a time of heightened tensions following a spate of Israeli settler attacks and the deadly shooting of a Palestinian baby over the weekend in the nearby West Bank. Police identified the attacker as a resident of the Arab town of…
(2026-06-07). Saturday 6/20: Public Memorial: Nellie Wong — °Presente! indybay.org Oakland High School, Multi-Purpose Room, Oakland CA | Entrance & Parking Lot: Put "51 Home Place E" in your GPS…
(2026-06-07). More than 1 million people flood Madrid streets to see Pope Leo preside over open-air Mass. scmp.com Pope Leo honoured Spain's centuries-old tradition of religious devotion on Sunday as a "school of faith" for today, as he presided over a Mass before more than a million people that highlighted one of the most iconic expressions of Spanish popular piety: a procession over flower-petal carpets. | The crowd cheered and shouted "This is the youth of the pope!" as Leo arrived for the Mass at a central Madrid plaza. He looped around the plaza and surrounding streets in his Popemobile before a crowd…
(2026-06-07). FIFA U-turns on water bottle policy in US, Canada stadiums after backlash. aljazeera.com New York Mayor Mamdani was among those critical of FIFA's decision to ban water bottles at World Cup stadiums.
(2026-06-07). Science meets art to unlock nature's hidden connections. ecns.cn Step into the temporary exhibition hall on B1 of the Shanghai Natural History Museum, and a field of all-black metal flowers appears to bloom in silence on one side of the gallery.
(2026-06-07). Digital Blackmail: The Hidden Architecture of Dependence. moderndiplomacy.eu If you study the history of the British East India Trading Company, it's astonishing that a company founded in London in 1600 managed to conquer and control large countries half a world away over almost three centuries. Yet, if we look at today's corporate tech behemoths, they arguably wield an even greater level of influence. …
(2026-06-07). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-07). Gary Stevenson and the dead end of wealth-tax reformism. wsws.org The capitalist state is not a neutral instrument that can be picked up and aimed at the wealthy by a sufficiently determined government. It is an organ of class rule.
(2026-06-07). Over 300 FAKE websites selling 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets. ummid.com Over 300 fake websites are selling 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets, fans have been warned as the football fever grips the world.
(2026-06-07). OPEC+ set for fourth oil quota hike since Hormuz closure. newarab.com 
The war has cut oil flows via the
(2026-06-07). Teenager Antonelli snatches Monaco pole with 'magic lap' for Mercedes. aljazeera.com F1 championship leader becomes the first Italian since Jarno Trulli in 2004 to take pole position in the principality.
(2026-06-07). MHT CET Result 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell after releasing the Final Answer Keys is now declaring the MHT CET 2026 (PCB and PCM) results on its official website cetcell.mahacet.org.
(2026-06-07). Congo's health workers treat Ebola without pay as WHO seeks resources. scmp.com Dr. Richard Lokudu, the medical director of Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital, has received barely any compensation for his work on the front line of one of Congo's deadliest Ebola virus outbreaks. | Lokudu and several of his colleagues work all day at the hospital treating an influx of patients. Notifications of suspected cases come even late at night.
(2026-06-07). Protests grow in Albania against Trump-Kushner-linked resort. aljazeera.com Thousands of protesters have rallied in the Albanian capital against a proposed luxury beach resort linked to Trump.
(2026-06-07). Israel Strikes Lebanese Capital of Beirut in Latest Escalation. news.antiwar.com 20 Lebanese have been killed in the last 24 hours as Israel continues to follow its latest ceasefire deal with substantial escalation of military strikes on the country. Sunday's strikes included multiple Israeli strikes on the suburbs of the Lebanese capital city of Beirut. Two apartment buildings were struck in the suburb of Dahiyeh. The …
(2026-06-07). Attendees speak on Socialist Equality Party public meetings marking 1926 British General Strike. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to some of those attending the lecture series held by the Socialist Equality Party (UK) last month marking the centenary of the 1926 general strike.
(2026-06-07). Armenians vote with peace efforts and Russia in focus. al-monitor.com By Lucy PapachristouYEREVAN, June 7 (Reuters) – Armenians head to the polls on Sunday in a parliamentary election seen as a test of the government's efforts to forge a peace deal after a crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan three years ago.Polls show Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling Civil Contract party leading, backed by up to 32% of voters, with the pro-Russian Strong Armenia party trailing in second place with up to 11%.
(2026-06-07). Makenzie replaces injured Yahya in Iraq's World Cup squad. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). Today's interview with News X World on the Zelensky Open Letter. gilbertdoctorow.com See minutes 21.15 to 26.30…
(2026-06-07). Tuesday 6/9: Reflections for Freedom "Reflections Behind Bars & " Free Our Kids" Film Screening. indybay.org The New Parkway Theatre (474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612)…
(2026-06-07). Legends of the Great Wall meet mountain mists in Shanxi. ecns.cn Looking for a summer getaway that combines history, nature, and serenity? Xinzhou city in North China's Shanxi province offers exactly that.
(2026-06-07). Media's Ceasefire Fiction Masks Continuing War. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer One of the most revealing aspects of this war has not only been the violence itself, but the language used to explain, justify, or obscure it. As the death toll has climbed and entire communities have been erased, many journalists have struggled to confront a disturbing reality: narratives that would be unthinkable in …
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong should adopt the 'Hefei model' in the Northern Metropolis. scmp.com The arrival of Yuan Gujie, the new deputy director of Beijing's liaison office in Hong Kong, has sparked widespread speculation. Her legal background and experience in Guangdong province suggest that her posting carries a clear agenda: to promote deeper integration between Hong Kong and other Greater Bay Area cities. | One thing is clear: if the Northern Metropolis is to accelerate, Hong Kong's existing legal framework and development model may prove inadequate. A fundamental overhaul is urgently…
(2026-06-07). Why are players being issued visas just days before the World Cup? aljazeera.com Last-minute visas are being issued for players competing in the FIFA World Cup. Al Jazeera's Mohammad Saleh explains.
(2026-06-07). Aging population triggers demand for 'senior toys'. ecns.cn Aging population triggers demand forsenior toys.
(2026-06-07). Leidesdorff Plaza Diamond Jubilee Historic Preservation along the American River Parkway. indybay.org "Our hearts tell us these grave markers should be replaced," Kiger said. "But we recognize and respect the ongoing discussion among community members and historians about their historical accuracy, and about finding the best way to address the offense and hurt they continue to cause."
(2026-06-07). Pope Leo urges youth to be 'sparks of a new humanity'. aljazeera.com Pope Leo XIV urged young people to be 'sparks of a new humanity'.
(2026-06-07). Friday 7/10: O Say Can You See … the Soul of Our Nation — Opening Reception. indybay.org 2513 Blanding Avenue | Alameda, CA 94501…
(2026-06-07). Saturday 6/13: 2026 Golden Gate Park Band Festival. indybay.org Golden Gate Park Band Shell…
(2026-06-07). Services sector registers robust May. ecns.cn Chinas services activity expanded at a faster pace in May, according to the latest RatingDog China General Services Purchasing ManagersIndex, which points to robust growth in new business and a rebound in overseas demand.
(2026-06-07). As Asia's strategic landscape evolves, what is the Quad's purpose? scmp.com When foreign ministers of countries that are part of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) gathered in New Delhi last week, the agenda looked familiar: supply chain resilience, telecommunications security and maritime domain awareness. The talking points have evolved, the initiatives have multiplied and the meetings have become routine. | Asia is entering a new strategic era. However, its geopolitical debate remains stuck in the previous one. Across the region, governments are investing in…
(2026-06-07). The manosphere is the blueprint for global leadership. newarab.com 
Louis Theroux's documentary, Inside the Manosphere, dropped on Netflix a few days after International Women's Day. Adopting his classic trademark awkward demeanour, Theroux bumbled along with some of the most controversial personalities associated with toxic masculinity. | Theroux's doc was intended to shock, and it did, but not necessarily for the reasons intended, from the dehumanisation of women to the 'bargaining' of
(2026-06-07). World Bank Reassesses Strategy as Poverty Concentrates in Conflict Zones. indybay.org Summary: Rising conflict is concentrating global poverty in fragile states, pushing the World Bank to rethink how development and growth can still work in unstable economies.
(2026-06-07). Can Human Conflict Ever Really End? Thinkers Explain Aggression and Division. ummid.com Human beings have become extraordinarily advanced at cooperation — and extraordinarily effective at conflict, read on as thinkers explain aggression and division.
(2026-06-07). Soccer-Iraq World Cup striker Hussein questioned for hours at Chicago airport, source says. al-monitor.com By Ashraf Hamed Atta and Ahmed RasheedBAGHDAD, June 6 (Reuters) – Iraq's World Cup striker, Aymen Hussein, was held and questioned for nearly seven hours at Chicago's O'Hare airport after arriving with the squad early on Saturday, an Iraqi sporting official said.Hussein was finally allowed in, but the team's photographer was barred from entering the United States, said the official who works for the Iraqi Olympic Committee, but has close contacts with the team.
(2026-06-07). Kenyan graduates turn to AI tools for farming as jobs dry up. aljazeera.com Young farmers are combining traditional agriculture with mobile apps to build livelihoods in the absence of formal jobs.
(2026-06-07). Trump Kicks Dismantling Of Veterans' Health Care Into High Gear. popularresistance.org Midway through the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee's May 20 hearing on the VA's advance budget request, Sen. Angus King (I-ME) pressed VA Secretary Doug Collins on his view of the future of veterans' health care. Every net increase in Collins's FY2028 advance appropriations request was earmarked for care delivered by private-sector providers. To King, the intention seemed unmistakable: a plan "to gradually privatize VA health care coverage." | Collins's response was withering in its contempt—for the question and the questioner alike: "There is no intention to gradually, there is no intention to accelerat…
(2026-06-07). China launches 18 satellites, expands Qianfan internet constellation to 182 spacecraft. ecns.cn China launched 18 satellites into orbit on Thursday, expanding its Qianfan satellite internet constellation to 182 spacecraft as the country accelerates the development of its low-Earth-orbit communications network.
(2026-06-07). Maharashtra 11th Admission 2026 Round 2 Begins, Check Registration Steps. ummid.com The School Education and Sports Department, Maharashtra has started through its official website 'mahafyjcadmissions.in' CAP Round 2 of FYJC or Class 11 admission 2026, and asked the students to fill Part 1 Form (Registration Form) and Part 2 Form (Option Form) from today i.e. June 06, 2026.
(2026-06-07). Israel advances waste treatment project in West Bank. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). Saturday 6/27: Hard Reset. indybay.org Telematic Media Arts | 323 10th St. @ Folsom (SoMa), San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-06-07). At least 12 injured in exchange of gunfire near Ohio festival, say police. geo.tv 
Toledo police officials and investigators address a news conference after a gunfire incident during a community festival, Toledo, Ohio, United States, June 6, 2026. — ReutersTwo of wounded in critical condition: police.Camera footages being reviewed: official.Victims transported to…
(2026-06-07). Cultural icon 'Xinjiang Lamb' wins hearts across China, sparks new wave of creativity. ecns.cn A small lamb doll dressed in colorful Xinjiang-style attire has become one of China's hottest cultural products this summer, winning over social media users nationwide with its distinctive look and handcrafted charm.
(2026-06-07). Lebanese City of Tyre Again Ordered Evacuated as Israel Strikes Hospital Area. news.antiwar.com Israel has once again issued an order for all residents of the Lebanese city of Tyre to evacuate north of the Zahrani River. Since Israel destroyed all the bridges leading there months ago, such evacuations would be virtually impossible for locals. Israel followed this order up with multiple attacks on Tyre, and for the third …
(2026-06-07). UGC NET June 2026 Subject-Wise Exam Date Released. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the subject-wise exam date and schedule of the UGC NET June 2026 on its official website nta.ac.in.
(2026-06-07). Saturday 6/6: Virtual screening of the documentary film "A Plan for Palestine: Return to a Single State" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RSja……
(2026-06-07). India's Tata to leverage Chery's EV tech. ecns.cn Tata Motors will use an automaking platform from Chery to locally build electric cars under its premium Avinya brand, Reuters reported on Wednesday.
(2026-06-07). Met police suggest Number 10 lied about Mandelson emails. thecanary.co 
The latest batch of Peter Mandelson's emails proved to be less explosive than expected. While they certainly told us more about what we already knew, they didn't tell us much else. This is why the real controversy ended up being what wasn't there. Downing Street would later claim the Met asked the government to hold back […] | By
(2026-06-07). Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in occupied West Bank, health ministry says. al-monitor.com June 5 (Reuters) – A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed and his parents were wounded by Israeli gunfire in the Tel Rumeida area south of the West Bank city of Hebron on Friday evening, the Palestinian health ministry said.The ministry identified the infant as Sam Fahd Abu Haikal and said he was killed at the scene, while his parents were wounded in the shooting and were in moderate condition.
(2026-06-07). Bolivia: From Judicial Plan Condor to Lithium Blackmail. orinocotribune.com 
By Geraldina Colotti — June 5, 2026 | As the Latin American continent faces a new wave of reactionary counteroffensive, Bolivia is emerging as the epicenter of a relentless class struggle, where the logic of transnational capital seeks to subjugate the sovereignty of a nation that has dared to rebuild itself on plurinational foundations. For over a month, the country has been rocked by protests, demonstrations, and more than 90 roadblocks in at least seven departments. | The response from the government of Rodrigo Paz has followed the script characteristic of the colonial restoration plans dictated from Wash…
(2026-06-07). Sainsbury's ditches brown eggs in net zero drive. wattsupwiththat.com The UK's second-largest supermarket plans to sell only white-shell eggs in its own-brand cartons after studies found they have a lower carbon footprint than brown alternatives.
(2026-06-07). Texas Universities' Crackdown on LGBT Courses and DEI Is Getting Worse. truthout.org Students at both the University of Texas and University of North Texas held mock funerals in May 2026 outside of meetings of the board of regents for their respective universities, where they mourned the loss of open discussion and academic freedom and integrity due to years of a right-wing legislative and institutional onslaught. Cameron Samuels, a law student at the University of Texas at… |
(2026-06-07). US considers buying Chagos Islands from Mauritius, report says. scmp.com The ‚Å White House is considering ‚Å a plan to buy the Chagos ‚Å Islands from Mauritius, the Telegraph reported on Sunday. | US officials have drawn up a proposal to bypass the UK and make their own deal to take control of Diego Garcia, the report said. | The plan is among several options being ‚Äådrafted by the White House, in a paper aimed at providing alternatives to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer ceding sovereignty of the Indian Ocean archipelago to Mauritius, the report said.
(2026-06-07). Indian man delivering pizza in Philadelphia shot dead in 'abandoned apartment': What we know so far. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 28-year-old Indian national from Hyderabad was shot dead while delivering pizzas in North Philadelphia, United States, earlier this week, authorities said on Saturday. | The victim, identified as Anshul Kuncha, was working as a pizza delivery driver. The incident occurred around midnight on Friday when he arrived at Raymond Rosen Homes, a housing complex located on the 2300 block of Edgley Street, to complete a delivery. | According to police, Kuncha had just delivered the order to a vacant unit inside the complex when he was shot in the head. Officers responding to the scene found him criticall…
(2026-06-07). Vampire Planet: Data Centers, Far Bigger Disasters Than You Even Thought. progressivehub.net JOSHUA FRANK | COUNTERPUNCH…
(2026-06-07). Bushfires frighten all creatures — great and small. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-07). European powers back Zelensky's call for summit with Russia's Putin. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received the backing of the leaders of the UK, France and Germany in calling for direct ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, according to a joint statement issued following defence talks in London on Sunday. | Zelensky met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at 10 Downing Street for talks as Russia's war has stretched into its fifth year.
(2026-06-07). Rees-Mogg urges Tories to step down for Reform. thecanary.co 
Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, Jacob Rees-Mogg has argued that the Tories should step down for Reform UK in the Makerfield by-election. The problem with his argument is that Reform seemingly wants to replace the Tories, and so any attempt to work with them will just benefit Farage: Jacob Rees Mogg says the right needs to […] | By
(2026-06-07). Remembering Ann Dragoon Wasserman, Ballerina Who Taught Berkeley Dance-Exercise Class Into Her 90s. scheerpost.com Forthright, fearless, socially conscious and a committed Jewish humanist, she was among the first dancers in George Balanchine's New York City Ballet and a longtime activist in the circle of Barbara Dane, Malvina Reynolds and Jessica Mitford. Steve Wasserman "Heel and toe, and away I go": Ann Dragoon Wasserman, Aug. 8, 1929 — May 27, …
(2026-06-07). Israeli forces arrest Hebron academic in West Bank raids. newarab.com 
Dr Bilal Al-Shobaki, head of the Political Science Department at Hebron University, was detained during a pre-dawn raid on his home, while Israeli forces also arrested his parents from their residence earlier in the night. | His wife, Zein Asqalan, told The New Arab that a large forc…
(2026-06-07). No to the censorship of anti-war meetings! Against the militarization of the University of Stuttgart! wsws.org The university is to be brought into line, critical voices are to be silenced, while the campus is being transformed into a military research facility and recruitment ground for war.
(2026-06-07). 'Hail for Agate' initiative contributes to Nature research. ecns.cn A long-running citizen science project that encouraged the public to collect hailstones in exchange for agates has contributed to a major climate research breakthrough published in the journal Nature.
(2026-06-07). Blushing plums in a Sichuan county herald onset of midsummer. ecns.cn In the mist-shrouded valleys of southwestern China, summer does not arrive with a date on the calendar; it arrives with a sound — the crisp snap of plums being plucked from their branches.
(2026-06-07). Federal Unions Battle Trump's Attempt To Muzzle Federal Workers. popularresistance.org That's President Donald Trump's message to the remaining two million federal employees who work for the government he has continued to shred since his election to a second term. | Not content with firing at least 317,000 federal workers and trashing more than 30 of their union contracts, Trump wants to shut the rest up by forcing each of them—and future workers, too—to sign non-disclosure agreements. | The reaction from three top federal worker unions—the Government Employees (AFGE), the Treasury Workers (NTEU), and the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE), a Machinists sector—i…
(2026-06-07). Christian Eriksen 'conscious' after another on-field collapse in Denmark match. scmp.com Christian Eriksen was conscious and undergoing further tests in hospital after collapsing on the field again while playing for Denmark's national team on Sunday in a scary scene that had echoes of his cardiac arrest at the European Championship five years ago. | Television footage showed the 34-year-old midfielder clutching his chest with both hands in an off-the-ball action in the 65th minute of Denmark's international friendly against Ukraine at Nature Energy Park in Odense, Denmark.
(2026-06-07). New Study: Solar Photovoltaic, Wind Power Fail To Meet Annual Energy Demands 62% Of The Time. wattsupwiththat.com "Unlike dispatchable fossil-fuel or nuclear generation, solar and wind power output varies unpredictably with weather conditions, leading to mismatches between supply and demand." — Sargentis et al., 2026…
(2026-06-07). How Iran war allows residents to indulge in opulence at Dubai's luxury hotels. scmp.com Once reserved for wealthy travellers, Dubai's top-notch hotels have become almost exclusively reliant on residents, drawn in by dizzying staycation offers as war drives tourists away. | On the Palm, an artificial island that has become synonymous with Dubai opulence, five-star hotels are busy on weekends and holidays once more, despite having been deserted by tourists. | The clientele is driven by hotels offering residents-only deals that have become a lifeline for Dubai's luxury tourism.
(2026-06-07). Iran court rejects filmmaker Panahi's appeal against jail term. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). Trump considers buying Chagos Islands from Mauritius, Telegraph reports. scmp.com ‚Å The White House ‚Å is considering a plan to buy the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, the Telegraph reported on Sunday. | US officials have drawn up ‚Äåa proposal to bypass the UK and make their own deal to take control of Diego Garcia, the report said. | Reuters could not immediately confirm the report. The White House ‚Å and the UK Foreign Office did not immediately ‚Äårespond to a request for comment.
(2026-06-07). Trump confirms he called Netanyahu 'Crazy'. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed he had a heated exchange with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on phone, confirming the reports by news portal Axios.
(2026-06-07). 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…
(2026-06-07). Why Iran is making Hezbollah a red line in postwar diplomacy. al-monitor.com Recent statements from Iran's military and diplomatic leadership suggest Tehran is determined to prove that war has weakened neither its regional alliances nor its leverage.
(2026-06-07). Long-term strategies help China's great green wall thrive. ecns.cn Unlike many ecological projects, which falter due to short-term aid cycles, China's great green wall — the Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program — thrives thanks to its long-term strategies and predictable funding, incentivizing local people and businesses to invest in restoration.
(2026-06-07). Everybody Hates Data Centers. popularresistance.org Between 4,000 and 5,000 data centers are actively humming in the U.S. right now, draining energy and, in the case of some of the hyperscale ones, consuming as much as 5 million gallons of water per day. Even this does not satisfy the demand cultivated by the tech industry, however: At least 3,000 more data centers are under construction or planned, prompting a diverse grassroots mobilization against their construction. | Indigenous people are resisting continued attempts to exploit their land, air, and water. Rural white folks, some of whom voted for Donald Trump, are now going door to door, outraged about rising…
(2026-06-07). Fijians for Palestine an antidote to 'Suva sycophancy' over Israel. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report A South Auckland-based cultural studio founded by Fijian artist-curator Vasemaca (FKA Ema) Tavola has hit back at a spate of pro-Israeli propaganda in her homeland with a bold new banner design championing "Fijians for Palestine". Tavola's practice is aligned with the "politics of decolonisation and indigenous feminisms, motherhood, and histories of BIPOC…
(2026-06-07). Guizhou golden monkeys get a chance for survival. ecns.cn Deep in the misty Mount Fanjingshan in Southwest China's Guizhou province, Yang Wei, a young veterinarian, has spent six years communicating with one of the world's rarest primates, Guizhou snub-nosed monkeys, growing very close to these mysterious creatures.
(2026-06-07). Gunman opens fire in central Israel, killing 1 and wounding 5. scmp.com A Palestinian man with Israeli citizenship went on a shooting rampage in several towns in central Israel on Sunday, killing a reservist and wounding five other people, according to Israeli police and the military. The attacker was killed by police. | The attack came at a time of heightened tensions following a spate of Israeli settler attacks, and the deadly shooting of a Palestinian baby over the weekend, in the nearby West Bank. Police identified the attacker as a resident of the Arab town of…
(2026-06-07). One killed, five wounded in shooting attack in Israel: Medics. aljazeera.com Israeli police say the suspect is a Palestinian with Israeli citizenship.
(2026-06-07). Xizang's high-quality environment debunks groundless Western accusations. ecns.cn Xizang boasts 97 nature reserves, covering a total area of 434,000 square kilometers, and is home to 246 wildlife species under key national protection. Notably, over 80 percent of the global Tibetan antelope, wild yak and black-necked crane populations spend winter in the region.
(2026-06-07). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-06-07). Lawsuits Claim Cruel Conditions At Delaney Hall. popularresistance.org Newark, N.J. — A woman says in court papers that guards starved her for five days straight. A man claims "conditions violate basic standards of human dignity." And several plead for help as the drinking water tastes like "raw sewage." | The mistreatment of immigrant detainees that has led to daily protests outside a privately-run ICE jail in New Jersey is laid bare in lawsuits describing deplorable conditions as well as first-hand accounts of wretched treatment some believe is intentionally cruel. | NOTUS visited the site on Thursday just as the Delaney Hall detention facility released Emanuel Rodrigues, a…
(2026-06-07). 'Resounding Defeat for Opponents of Privacy': Warrantless Spying Extension Stalls in Senate. progressivehub.net JAKE JOHNSON | COMMON DREAMS…
(2026-06-07). At least a dozen injured from shooting attack near Ohio festival. aljazeera.com At least 12 people were wounded, two critically, in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio.
(2026-06-07). The top movies to see this summer and where to catch them in Philadelphia. whyy.org 
(2026-06-07). Multimillion rand drug bust at Durban Harbour. sanews.gov.za Multimillion rand drug bust at Durban Harbour | The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), through the Serious Organised Crime Investigation (SOCI) South African Narcotics Enforcement Bureau (SANEB), seized approximately 90 kilograms of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of R36 million at the Durban Harbour on 6 June 2026. | Also taking part in the seizure were officials from Customs, the Durban Visible Policing Operations (VPO) and the Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC). | The members of the SANEB section attached to Durban SOCI were alerted by a Customs official to suspected cocain…
(2026-06-07). Delhi: 21 dead after fire in Flourish Stay Hotel. ummid.com At least 21 people have been killed after fire broke out in Flourish Stay Hotel in Delhi's Malviya Nagar Wednesday June 03, 2026.
(2026-06-07). Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2026 Round 2 Schedule Released. ummid.com The School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra has published the FYJC 2026 or Class 11 Round 2 Admission Schedule on its official website.
(2026-06-07). A-10 Cockpit And Walk-Around Tour With A Warthog Weapons Instructor. twz.com The U.S. Air Force Weapons School at Nellis Air Force Base, in Nevada, recently completed its final weapons instructor course for the
(2026-06-07). A Blessed Spiritual Journey – Hajj. ummid.com The Sublime Grid of Grace: Reflecting on the Metaphysical Geometry of Hajj – the Sacred Journey.
(2026-06-07). Keir Starmer will be 'part of' any Labour leadership race, deputy says. scmp.com British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will stand if a leadership contest is triggered, a senior minister said on Sunday, after media reported Starmer had contacted key backers insisting he would run in any race. | This came after popular Mayor of Manchester Andy Burnham, who is standing in a key by-election this month, said last week he would participate in any leadership race, although none has yet been triggered.
(2026-06-07). Under the panels: Green energy creates more benefits in Nilka, Xinjiang. ecns.cn In Xinjiang, one of China's richest regions in terms of solar energy resources, these "sunlight harvesters" stretch across both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, converting sunlight into a continuous stream of green energy. Now, let's turn our attention to Nilka County, nestled in the northeastern hinterland of the Ili River Valley.
(2026-06-07). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-06-07). Trump, campaigning for Republicans in Wisconsin, vows quick end to Iran war. al-monitor.com By Renee Hickman and Bo EricksonCHIPPEWA FALLS, Wisconsin, June 5 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday vowed to end the Iran war quickly and remove a source of high prices as he campaigned in rural central Wisconsin in a bid to help Republicans keep control of Congress in midterm elections.The stop in Chippewa Falls highlighted Republicans' strategy to maintain control of the U.S. House of Representatives, as the party faces political headwinds with voters frustrated by higher costs of living and gasoline prices that have spiked due to Trump's war on Iran.
(2026-06-07). Lawmakers Warn China May Be Fueling US Data Center Backlash as Local Bans Spread. wattsupwiththat.com Voters in a California city ban AI data center construction, plans for Utah data center shrinking over backlash, Seattle issues one-year prohibition on center construction.
(2026-06-07). Marin County Joins Thousands Throughout Country to Resist ICE. indybay.org Action at local Citizens Bank branch blasts bank for financing for-profit prisons…
(2026-06-07). Tens Of thousands Of Albanians Protest Against 'Kushner Island'. popularresistance.org Tens of thousands of Albanians took to the streets on 4 June to protest the impending destruction of Sazan Island and its ecologically sensitive surrounding coastline to make way for a $1.6-billion luxury resort project led by Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump — the son-in-law and daughter of US President Donald Trump. | Construction on the 1,400-hectare Mediterranean project, which includes Albania's only island, is reportedly already underway, as protestors denounce the land grab as an embodiment of foreign overreach and government corruption.
(2026-06-07). Ann Arbor public school teachers enter sixth month without a new contract. wsws.org Ann Arbor Public Schools teachers have now gone nearly six months without a contract following their near-unanimous rejection of a tentative agreement.
(2026-06-07). England — one of the top candidates for the 2026 World Cup. thecanary.co 
As the 2026 World Cup approaches in North America (USA, Canada, Mexico), England enters the list of serious contenders to win the title for the first time since 1966. This assessment relies on a strong combination of exceptional talent, tactical preparation under Thomas Tuchel's leadership, a perfect qualifying record, and statistical expectations. Despite a long […] | By
(2026-06-07). 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.
(2026-06-07). 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.
(2026-06-07). Best Crypto Derivatives Platforms in 2026: Liquidity and Slippage Compared. ummid.com The number of crypto derivatives platforms with verifiable trust scores has grown since 2024 — but execution quality still varies wildly between them, scroll through any leaderboard and you'll see dozens of platforms advertising perpetual futures.
(2026-06-07). 'Petty Action': Congress on reports CBSE officials shunted out. ummid.com Responding to the removal of the CBSE Chairman and Secretary from their posts, the Congress Party Tuesday June 02, 2026 called the move 'petty actions' and accused the Narendra Modi government of 'throwing dust in people's eyes'.
(2026-06-07). How the hosts are preparing for an Ebola outbreak during World Cup 2026. aljazeera.com The US, Mexico and Canada have announced Ebola-related travel restrictions before the start of the World Cup.
(2026-06-07). Philly Activists' Hunger Strike Pushes Community Demands For Budget Surplus. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, PA — On May 21, Erica Brown and Giavanna Troilo with the environmental justice organization Sunrise Movement Philly began a hunger strike under the banner of Make Philly Affordable, demanding that Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker use a record budget surplus to fund food access, affordable housing, education, recreation centers, libraries, public transportation, and renewable energy. | Giavanna Troilo participated in the hunger strike for five days before withdrawing due to acute health concerns. On day eight of the hunger strike, Brown was joined by Seth Anderson-Oberman of progressive advoc…
(2026-06-07). The Battle of Gog and Magog in the Mossad, 1962—66. covertactionmagazine.com Of the twentieth century's most consequential political melodramas, the Ben Barka case ranks with the murder of John F. Kennedy. —Henrik Kruger, The Great Heroin Coup. The investigative journalist Henrik Kruger wrote about the Ben Barka murder in 1980 when it was still unsolved. He said it contained "unexploded fireworks." Even after it was more-or-less …
(2026-06-07). Protesters Provide Additional Information at Microsoft Event. indybay.org Attendees met by large signs calling out Microsoft's complicity in war crimes and climate devastation…
(2026-06-07). Technology, at its Core, is Automated Impatience. ummid.com Modern technology is fundamentally engineered to exploit and automate human impatience.
(2026-06-07). Why is Hindutva Gang Protecting Dharmendra Pradhan? ummid.com What began as a demand for the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan may eventually evolve into a broader movement challenging what critics describe as the RSS control over the education system.
(2026-06-07). On cam: Merz's angry rant against Trump, blaming him for souring ties as US 'exits' Tomahawks deal. hindustantimes.com Germany is intensifying calls for stronger military preparedness as concerns grow over European security and the future reliability of transatlantic defence commitments. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has urged greater war-readiness and defended Berlin's efforts to strengthen the armed forces and deterrence capabilities. Meanwhile, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has continued to voice concerns about security cooperation with the United States amid broader geopolitical uncertainty. The push comes as Germany accelerates military modernization efforts while NATO members reassess long-term defence planning in response t…
(2026-06-07). Beyond the Food Desert: How East Bay Communities are Fighting for Food Access. indybay.org Food deserts continue to affect thousands of residents across Richmond and East Oakland, where access to affordable, nutritious food remains limited. This article explores how community-led initiatives, including community fridges, urban gardens, and mobile markets, are attempting to address food insecurity while confronting challenges such as funding shortages, regulatory barriers, and long-term sustainability. Through local examples and an interview with Homies Empowerment Food Justice Coordinator Rogelio, the piece examines both the promise and limitations of grassroots solutions in expanding food access…
(2026-06-07). FIFA eases restrictions on bringing water into World Cup stadiums. thecanary.co 
Following a widespread wave of criticism and objections from fan groups and health experts, FIFA was partially forced to backtrack on its controversial decision to ban water bottles in World Cup 2026 stadiums. It announced that spectators would be permitted to bring one soft, sealed plastic water bottle into matches held in the United States […] | By
(2026-06-07). Climate success stories: A pleasant surprise. globalvoices.org 
Kenya, the Dominican Republic, Nepal, Tuvalu, Yemen, Brazil — people are fighting the good fight all over the worldGlobal VoicesThe Nanda Devi range, part of the Great Himalayas, seen from Landour, India. Photo by Ameya Nagarajan. Used with permission. | When the Global Voices team first broached the idea of covering positive climate stories in May, I was apprehensive. I couldn't imagine that there were enough positive environmental stories in the global majority for us to manage our target of 10 articles, let alone surpass it. Our (2026-06-07). Who are the best star players to watch at World Cup 2026? aljazeera.com The FIFA World Cup will bring together football stars from across the globe, ranging from legends to emerging talents.
(2026-06-07). UK, France, Germany back direct Ukraine-Russia talks: joint statement. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received the backing of the leaders of the UK, France and Germany in calling for direct ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, according to a joint statement issued following defence talks in London on Sunday. | Zelensky met British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at 10 Downing Street for talks as Russia's war has stretched into its fifth year.
(2026-06-07). Sunday 7/26: Hiking to a Bright Future Together. indybay.org Legion of Honor, 100 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121…
(2026-06-07). Facing settler violence, Palestinian farmers race to harvest. al-monitor.com With pitchforks and a makeshift combine the size of a golf cart, Hamad Jazi and his nephews race under the blazing sun to collect wheat from their West Bank field.Israeli settlers have recently set fire to crops in the area, and Jazi fears his wheat could suffer a similar fate.Their village of As-Sawiyah, in the centre of the occupied West Bank, sits in a valley dominated by hills on top of which three settlements stand."The settlers have set fires twice already ⚪ yesterday and the day before," Jazi told AFP.
(2026-06-07). US to send third-country deportees to Central African Republic. scmp.com Central African Republic has agreed to take in migrants from other countries deported by the United States, two sources with knowledge of the matter said, the latest example of the Trump administration striking deals with African states to accelerate removals. | Washington has sent so-called third-country deportees to African countries including Democratic Republic ‚Äåof Congo, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Equatorial Guinea, under opaque deals that Senate Democrats say have cost tens of millions of…
(2026-06-07). Bolivia con la Vida, la Tierra y la Memoria despiertas: °Ahora es cuando! indybay.org BOLIVIA: CUANDO UNO SIEMBRA, NO SE PREGUNTA øDESPUÉS QUÉ?, SINO LA VIDA, LA TIERRA Y SU MEMORIA LE DESPIERTA: °AHORA ES CUàÅNDO!
(2026-06-07). Perú: Comenzó balotaje con normalidad y algunos reportes de retraso. radiohc.cu La decisiva elección de un nuevo presidente de Perú comenzó este domingo con algunos reportes de retrasos en la instalación de las mesas de sufragio o la llegada de los integrantes de las mismas, en un clima de tranquilidad y orden. | Fuentes de la Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales (ONP) indicaron que un número significativo de centros y mesas de votación iniciaron la jornada a las 7 de la mañana, la hora prevista para iniciar la jornada electoral que se desarrollará durante 10 horas. | A las 17: 00, hora local, se cerrarán las puertas de las escuelas, universidades y otros espacios que albergan las mesas d…
(2026-06-07). Rusia está dispuesta a establecer nuevas relaciones con EEUU. radiohc.cu El vice primer ministro de Rusia, Alexandr Novak declaró que su país nunca se apartó de Estados Unidos ni cerró el canal de comunicación bilateral, y se mantiene abierta y dispuesta a establecer nuevas relaciones. | En una entrevista al canal NBC, publicada este domingo, expresó: Rusia nunca le ha dado la espalda a Estados Unidos. Estamos listos y abiertos a estas nuevas relaciones. La decisión está en sus manos". | El diálogo se produjo en el contexto del Foro Económico Internacional de San Petersburgo (Spief, por sus siglas en inglés), que se celebró del 3 al 6 de junio en esa ciudad rusa. | Rusia y Estados Unid…
(2026-06-07). Brazil's Embraer sees eventual China breakthrough for E2 jets. scmp.com Brazilian planemaker Embraer ‚Å expects to eventually bring its ‚Å E2 jets into China, seeing a role for the aircraft among the country's domestically developed models, a senior executive told Reuters on Sunday. | "We have a dedicated team in Beijing, they're day-to-day working in China," Embraer Commercial Aviation ‚ÄåCEO Arjan Meijer said on the sidelines of a global gathering of top airline executives in Rio de Janeiro.
(2026-06-07). Africans at the Paris Colonial Exhibition. uwidata.com 
The International Colonial Exhibition held in Paris in 1931, was a massive propaganda event celebrating the peak of the French Empire. Established in the Bois de Vincennes, the exhibition attracted approximately 8 million visitors over six months and recorded 33 million ticket sales. In the Afrique Occidentale Franàßaise (French West Africa) section in particular, around 200 African …
(2026-06-07). US detains Iraqi striker Aymen Hussein en route to FIFA World Cup, interrogates him for 7 hours. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Iraq's leading striker, Aymen Hussein, was reportedly detained and questioned for nearly seven hours after arriving in the United States ahead of the FIFA World Cup, according to an official associated with the Iraqi sporting establishment. | Hussein, whose goal helped secure Iraq's place at the tournament, was stopped by authorities at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport early Saturday. After prolonged questioning, he was eventually allowed to enter the country. | However, Iraq national team photographer Talal Salah was reportedly held for more than 10 hours and ultimately denied entry to the…
(2026-06-07). Italia nucleare tascabile. strategic-culture.su Tra slogan sulla "sovranità energetica", mini-reattori e promesse di bollette leggere, il dibattito italiano sul nucleare sembra vivere in un eterno ritorno… ma dietro la retorica dell'indipendenza si nascondono costi, dipendenze esterne e problemi irrisolti che il Paese si porta dietro da quasi quarant'anni. | Segue nostro Premessa necessaria: non sarà un articolo "a favore" o "contro" il nucleare. | Tra slogan sulla "sovranità energe…
(2026-06-07). Daughter of 2028 Olympics Chair Dreams of Competing in LA — for Israel. theintercept.com Casey Wasserman, the entertainment super-agent, has attracted his fair share of controversy as the head of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee. | In addition to passionate debates about the Olympics themselves — the geopolitics of the Games and their effect on local hosts — Wasserman has come in for criticism over his ties to the late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, his support for Israel, and the potential that the Games might bring him profits through his role as a talent manager for entertainment stars. | The controversies, especially revelations about his relationship with a member of…
(2026-06-07). Will L.A. taxpayers Be On The Hook For FIFA World Cup Costs? lataco.com LA officials haven't revealed how much is being spent on security for the games. By comparison, the Los Angeles Police Department said this month that security costs for the 2028 Olympics in LA would amount to more than $1 billion.