aljazeera.com (2024-05-22). Israel's war on Gaza live: Ireland, Spain, Norway to recognise Palestine
Ireland, Spain and Norway say they will recognise Palestine as a state, call other countries to follow suit. | Israeli forces thrust deeper into the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, attacking a hospital with artillery and sniper fire and destroying residential areas with tank and air bombardment.
(2024-05-22). Israel's Extortion Leaflets And Namecheap: Corporate Accountability. popularresistance.org On Friday Israel dropped another set of leaflets on Gaza. Israel's use of leaflets for its psychological torture of the besieged Palestinian population is well known in these genocidal days. | Ominous, gloating, taunting, and sadistic messaging is the lingua franca of these leaflets, which Israel claims is a humanitarian effort to evacuate the civilian population. Some of the most common leaflet content are calls to contact Israel's secret service with information on Hamas or the Israeli hostages. The purpose of these particular leaflets is twofold: coercion of protected civilians to obtain information (which is…
(2024-05-22). Now, International Criminal Court Must Investigate British Ministers Too. popularresistance.org With the ICC's chief prosecutor issuing an application for an arrest warrant against Israel's prime minister for "war crimes and crimes against humanity," attention must turn to those who have aided Israel. | British ministers have for months been materially assisting Israel during its onslaught against Palestinians in Gaza. This support is being provided in three main ways. | First, the U.K. is providing arms to Israel. Recently filed court documents reveal that, as of January this year, the U.K. government had 28 extant and 28 pending "high-risk" licences with Israel marked as "most likely to be used by the IDF…
(2024-05-22). 75-Year-Old Former Paratrooper Walks The Walk Against War. popularresistance.org Fifty-four years ago, Windsor Wade marched off to war. Today he is walking for peace. | The 75-year-old former paratrooper is on PeaceWalk 2024, organized by Veterans For Peace, winding its way for 700 miles from Maine to Washington, D.C. | Wade served in Vietnam in 1970-71 with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Binh Dinh province, Landing Zone English, in one of the infantry's most dangerous jobs — a Radio Telephone Operator — for the company commander. His decorations include the Combat Infantry Badge, Parachutist Wings, and Air Medal from the government of South Vietnam. | The retired Rochester City Scho…
(2024-05-22). Interview With José Pimentel, Peasant Leader And Land Defender. popularresistance.org We had the opportunity to meet with an iconic leader of the Venezuelan campesino movement in the city of San Carlos, Cojedes, Venezuela. José Pimentel is a well-known defender of land rights. For this reason Pimentel has been the target of at least three assassination attempts by large landowners. | While there is no consensus on the true number, it said that hundreds of peasants in Venezuela have been assassinated for defending their legally sanctified rights to the land they work. Some estimate that more than 500 peasants have been murdered for their compliance with the land law, while not a single person behin…
(2024-05-22). Tribunal Finds US-Backed Philippine Government Committed War Crimes. popularresistance.org Gaza is not the only place where Joe Biden's government is aiding and abetting atrocities. Following a hearing on May 17-18, the International People's Tribunal on War Crimes in the Philippines found Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, U.S. President Joe Biden, and the U.S. government guilty of war crimes and violations of international humanitarian law against the Filipino people. Eleven witnesses were victims, family members or colleagues of victims. Four, including me, testified as expert witnesses or resource persons. I provided expert testimony on the ri…
(2024-05-22). Activists Arrested At Protest Of Biden In Detroit. popularresistance.org Detroit police arrested protesters, including members of Left Voice and Detroit Will Breathe (DWB,) at a demonstration outside of "Genocide" Joe Biden's speech at the NAACP dinner. The protest was organized by several different Detroit based activist organizations and stood in solidarity with the people of Gaza against Biden's continued support for the genocide.
(2024-05-22). Red Bank, CentralNJ Town Known For Being "Progressive", Still Refuses to Vote on Ceasefire Resolution Proposed in January — Join Our Demand for Cease Fire: Thursday, 5/23, 6:30pm 90 Monmouth St. Red Bank. fightbackbetter.com 
üì¢CALLING ALL RED BANK RESIDENTS (and monmouth county too!!)üì¢ Why has Red Bank, a "progressive" town in Central Jersey, not…
(2024-05-22). The Assange Case: A Flicker of Hope in the UK High Court. counterpunch.org 
It was faint, but there was more than just a flicker of hope. In the tormented (and tormenting) journey the WikiLeaks founder and publisher, Julian Assange, has endured, May 20, 2024 provided another pitstop. As with many such stops over the years, it involved lawyers. Many of them. The occasion was whether the UK High Court of Justice
(2024-05-22). Watch: Israeli official heckled at International Court of Justice. ummid.com An Israeli official who was defending the occupying regime's bloodletting in the refugee-packed city of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip was Friday May 17, 2024 heckled at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
(2024-05-22). The Rages of Equivalence: The ICC Prosecutor, Israel and Hamas. dissidentvoice.org The legal world was abuzz. The diplomatic channels of various countries raged and fizzed. It had been rumoured that Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, along with his cabinet colleagues, had been bracing themselves for a stinging intervention from the International Criminal Court, a body they give no credence or respect to. Then came the words …
(2024-05-22). "We won't be intimidated," say London students protesting Gaza genocide. electronicintifada.net University encampments in the UK in support of Palestinian rights hunker down for the long haul.
(2024-05-22). Rafah invasion means extra pain for patients. electronicintifada.net A 5-year-old boy with a heart complaint is among those blocked from traveling.
(2024-05-22). Memories that haunt. electronicintifada.net A medical student recalls the horrors she has witnessed.
(2024-05-22). "The New McCarthyism": Pro-Palestine Educators Face Censorship, Harassment & Firings Across U.S. democracynow.org 
The Intercept columnist Natasha Lennard details how the combination of anti-Palestinian, Islamophobic repression and very few worker protections across the U.S. has created a "very dangerous constellation" for academic laborers that is "overwhelmingly only facing pro-Palestinian speakers, not speakers who are supporting Israel's genocide." She calls it "the New McCarthyism" on college campuses. "A lot of media attention has focused on the spectacle of encampments and the very, very brutal police response," says Lennard. "What you also have going on behin…
(2024-05-22). Berlin: Thousands demonstrate against genocide in Gaza. wsws.org On Saturday, in the German capital, Berlin, some 10,000 people demonstrated against the genocide perpetrated by the Israeli regime with the support of the imperialist powers against the Palestinian population in Gaza.
(2024-05-22). Video: How union power should be mobilised against Israel's genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Prof. Marandi on the Ugly Empire of War and Terrorism, and Genocide, and Lies. marktaliano.net Your Ugly Empire is Guilty as it is Guilty in the Genocide Today in Gaza. Professor Marandi: Who was al-Qaeda? They were working with you in Afghanistan. And then 10 years later in Syria, in Libya, al-Qaeda was cooperating with you. We have an email from Jake Sullivan, February 12, 2012, that he sent to …
(2024-05-22). University of Michigan police violently clear anti-genocide encampment. wsws.org Four students were arrested and several more injured after riot police assaulted the peaceful encampment early Tuesday morning. The police attack came less than two weeks after the lecturers' union forced through a poverty contract that doubled as a political betrayal of the students and workers, who have protested for months against the Gaza genocide.
(2024-05-22). May 22, 2024. sitrepworld.info 
The Beatles — Let It Be The Problem Isn't Civil Disobedience, It's Civil Obedience, by Caitlin Johnstone Indeed, there is no comparison: Israel's crimes are far worse than Hamas', by Jonathan Cook Pal Chron Day 228 — Biden: Not a Genocide | Massacres throughout Gaza Strip The Jewish State Is Genocidal, But Is Israeli Society Sick, Too? by Ilana Mercer From Russia running out of missiles to Zelensky running out of road, by Don Hank UCLA attackers exposed: meet the violent Zionist agitators LA police haven't arrested, by Wyatt Reed Israel Fuming At UN's Moment Of Silence For Ira…
(2024-05-22). Drew University Silencing Student Protest Against Genocide. fightbackbetter.com 
On April 26, 2024, Students for Justice in Palestine hosted an event at Drew University that faced significant repression from the administration. Despite our efforts to create a transparent and peaceful rally, we were met with heavy restrictions and constant surveillance. | No Marches. No Chants. | For a campus that claims to champion free speech, We call o…
(2024-05-22). Student encampments challenge Labor's support for Israel. socialist-alliance.org 
The inspirational Gaza solidarity encampments, initiated by university students across the world, pose a sharp challenge to Western governments complicity in Israel's genocide…
(2024-05-22). Student encampments challenge Labor's support for Israel. greenleft.org.au 
The inspirational Gaza solidarity encampments, initiated by university students across the world, pose a sharp challenge to Western governments complicit in Israel's genocide, argues Jacob Andrewartha.
(2024-05-22). Blinken faces outcry over Israel's war on Gaza during Senate testimonies. aljazeera.com Demonstrators accused Antony Blinken of being a 'war criminal' and responsible for a 'genocide' against Palestinians.
(2024-05-22). Anti Chevron Day Event Held in Richmond. indybay.org Environmentalists, unions, poets, musicians and genocide resisters call out Chevron's crimes…
(2024-05-22). U.S. responsibility for genocide in Gaza is pointed out. plenglish.com Montevideo, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The United States is the only one that can stop the genocide against the Palestinian people, the Uruguayan historian Gerardo Leibner affirmed here.
(2024-05-22). Political prisoners mount hunger strike as state repression grows in Turkey. wsws.org Police raids and arrests have expanded after May Day protests in Istanbul. Political prisoners subjected to isolation and ill-treatment are on hunger strike.
(2024-05-22). UK: Five ministers included in Gaza war crimes complaint submitted to police. middleeasteye.net 
UK: Five ministers included in Gaza war crimes complaint submitted to police | A 60-page complaint by legal advocacy group ICJP accuses Israel of using 'starvation as a weapon of war' and 'wilfully causing great suffering' | | Five senior ministers have been accused of complicity in the prosecution o…
(2024-05-22). Brazil's Lula Voices Support for More Countries Joining BRICS Group. infobrics.org Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said that he supports more countries joining the BRICS group of large developing nations, which currently includes Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa…
(2024-05-22). First Russia-India Direct Agroexpress Train Sent from Chelyabinsk to Mumbai. infobrics.org The first fully-fledged Agroexpress train, carrying oat flakes and cereals has been sent from the Yuzhnouralsky Transport and Logistics Center in Russia's Chelyabinsk region to India's Mundra Port in Mumbai via the eastern route of the International North-South Transport Corridor…
(2024-05-22). Zimbabwe's Fervent Bid to Join the New Development Bank. infobrics.org Zimbabwe has officially expressed its intention to join the New Development Bank (NDB), an emerging financial institution founded by the BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This move underscores the country's commitment to fostering economic ties and pursuing sustainable growth within a global partnership framework…
(2024-05-22). BRICS Bank Can Help African Countries Tackle Urgent Challenges. infobrics.org The New Development Bank created by BRICS countries in 2015 can help finance African countries' projects to tackle their most urgent challenges, the bank's president Dilma Rousseff said…
(2024-05-22). And Now, BRICS Eyes Creation of a Central Bank for Currency Issue. infobrics.org China, with backing from Russia and South Africa, is planning an onslaught on the mighty dollar by introducing a new currency, to be issued by a proposed BRICS central bank that would combine the strengths of the respective currencies of the five countries in the economic forum…
(2024-05-22). "Not an Organization": Russian BRICS Delegation Lobbies for Alliance Ahead of Moscow Summit. infobrics.org Ethiopia's accession to BRICS last August has been followed by mixed signals both domestically and internationally as aspirations for wider global influence are pitted against concerns over Western backlash in the polarized reception…
(2024-05-22). G7 wants to help "Trump-proof" Ukraine using profits from frozen Russian assets. infobrics.org Economic warfare against Russia will once again boomerang on the West.
(2024-05-22). Pashinyan regime now uses Armenians as guinea pigs for Pentagon's bioweapons. infobrics.org The agreement between the US and the Pashinyan regime also includes the latter's commitment to "jointly research" extremely hazardous pathogens and diseases that are not common in Armenia, including Ebola, monkeypox, the Marburg virus, Eastern equine encephalitis, as well as various types of the coronavirus. Expectedly, just like in Ukraine, Georgia, Africa and elsewhere, access to these biolabs will be limited to personnel authorized by the Pentagon.
(2024-05-22). BRICS: Important Announcement About the New Currency of the Union. infobrics.org BRICS is actively seeking to establish a new currency on the world stage, aiming to challenge the dominance of the US dollar…
(2024-05-22). Could the West prepare false flag operation to militarize its woke agenda. infobrics.org Recent "woke" moves by NATO leave many questions unanswered.
(2024-05-22). Russia Has Also Become a Lot More Important to China. infobrics.org Image of dependence on Beijing overlooks role of geoeconomic strategy…
(2024-05-22). Advantages of Vietnam's Involvement in BRICS. infobrics.org On a recent visit to Vietnam, Associate Professor Dr. Artem Yakovlev, Director of the Center for Russian Strategy in Asia, engaged in talks with the Prime Minister regarding the potential for economic collaboration between Vietnam and the Russian Federation…
(2024-05-22). Netanyahu won't grab the U.S.-Saudi lifeline because of his far-right coalition partners. haaretz.com Although the American proposal for normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia is full of holes, a historic deal with Riyadh could be his one and only 'Get out of jail free' card…
(2024-05-22). Headlines for May 22, 2024. democracynow.org Ireland, Norway & Spain Announce Recognition of Palestinian State, U.N. Suspends Food Aid in Rafah; U.S. Admits No Aid from New Pier Has Reached Gazans, Protesters Disrupt Blinken Testimony, Calling Him "The Butcher of Gaza", Police Raid Univ. of Michigan Encampment; UC Santa Cruz Academic Workers Go on Strike, Israel Seizes AP Broadcasting Equipment & Then, Under Pressure, Reverses Course, Trump Trial: Defense Rests Case as Former President Declines to Take Stand, Trump Removes Campaign Video Referencing "The Creation of a Unified Reich", Trump Suggests He May Back Birth Control Restricti…
(2024-05-22). Selected Articles: Iran — A Mysterious Helicopter Crash or Martyrdom. globalresearch.ca 
By While the cause behind the crash is not clear yet, it is worthy to note of the ongoing Israeli invasion of Gaza and an escalation …
(2024-05-22). Norway, Spain and Ireland to back Palestinian statehood. aljazeera.com Norway, Spain and Ireland have announced plans to recognise a Palestinian state.
(2024-05-22). ICC seeks arrest warrant for Netanyahu, balance it with action against Hamas. ummid.com Ending weeks of suspense, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Monday May 20, 2024 sought arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.
(2024-05-22). Israeli justice minister testifies for the defense in Netanyahu's fraud case. haaretz.com Yariv Levin, who chaired the Knesset's House Committee at the time, denied meting the PM in 2014 to discuss advancing the Yisrael Hayom Law…
(2024-05-22). Norway, Ireland, Spain to recognise Palestinian state. aljazeera.com The three European countries will formally enact recognition on May 28 despite Israel's warnings of the consequences.
(2024-05-22). Report: U.S. intelligence suggests third of Hamas fighters killed, 65% of Gaza tunnels still intact. haaretz.com Report: U.S. intelligence suggests one third of Hamas fighters killed, 65 percent of Gaza tunnels still intact ‚ñ Israeli reservist seriously wounded in clashes with terrorists in northern Gaza Strip ‚ñ U.S. accuses Egypt of delaying humanitarian aid to Gaza ‚ñ Netanyahu denies Israel planning to resettle Gaza, says Hamas ouster essential for 'day after' ‚ñ Blinken: Israel unwilling to normalize relations with Saudis due to Palestinian statehood…
(2024-05-22). 'Nobody Is Above the Law': ICC Prosecutor Seeks Arrest Warrants for Israel, Hamas Leaders. scheerpost.com 
(2024-05-22). Are you chatting with a pro-Israeli AI-powered superbot? aljazeera.com Smart bots have emerged as an unexpected weapon in Israel's war on Gaza. Al Jazeera looks at bots and how to spot them.
(2024-05-22). Israel punishes Palestinians after Norway, Spain, Ireland recognize State of Palestine. peoplesworld.org 
HAIFA—On Wednesday, Israel's extremist Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to take "immediate punitive measures" against the Palestinian Authority in response to the decisions of Norway, Spain, and Ireland to recognize the State of Palestine. Smotrich called for an immediate meeting of the Colonial Planning Council in the occupied West Bank, …
(2024-05-22). Dr. King's Words on Vietnam Still Ring True for Gaza. counterpunch.org 
As Israeli troops continue their assault in Rafah, increasing the death toll and displacing — yet again — hundreds of thousands of Gazans, there's much to be learned from recalling Dr. Martin Luther King's visionary words on Vietnam 57 years ago. Breaking his silence on a war that by then had claimed over 20,000 American
(2024-05-22). Ibrahim Raisi's killing: Uncovering the larger message. muslimmirror.com By Haider Abbas Within moments of the news that the Iran President Ibrahim Raisi helicopter had crashed on May 19, there was an official denial from Israel that it was not involved in his death. This was much prior to the official confirmation of his death! After 15 hours of search operation, his body remains …
(2024-05-22). Peace and Justice-Based Solutions for Israel-Palestine Conflict. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). "We Hope to Be a Model": Students & Faculty at The New School Secure Divestment Vote. democracynow.org 
Students and faculty at The New School, home to the first faculty Gaza solidarity encampment, have announced they reached a deal with the university to hold a vote on divesting from Israel by June 14. The agreement comes after months of campus protests, encampments and the occupation of a university building to demand The New School divest its endowment from companies arming and supporting Israeli forces in Gaza and the West Bank. The school's Students for Justice in Palestine chapter has said the university currently has ties to several companies that are "actively involved in, and benefiting from, t…
(2024-05-22). Israeli forces kill Palestinian students, teacher and doctor in Jenin assault. mronline.org 
Troops open fire indiscriminately at Palestinians amid large-scale incursion in West Bank city.
(2024-05-22). "Collective Punishment": Israel Raids Jenin Camp in West Bank, Killing 8, "Shooting Everything" democracynow.org 
In the occupied West Bank, Israeli forces raided the northern city of Jenin early Tuesday morning, killing at least eight Palestinians, including a doctor shot dead on his way to work and a teenager riding his bicycle. About a dozen others were injured, including a journalist. Motasem Abu Hasan, an actor at The Freedom Theatre in the Jenin refugee camp who escaped the invasion, describes the ongoing attack on the camp. "They are shooting everything," says Abu Hasan. The Freedom Theatre was about to premiere their first play since October 7 as part of their wider effort to share the Palestinian narrati…
(2024-05-22). Israel intensifies Rafah offensive and enters the north of the Gaza Strip. indybay.org The Israeli offensive has caused massive damage to schools, homes, communication and energy systems, roads and much more, according to Oxfam, the UK-based aid organization. The destruction of key water and sanitation infrastructure by Israeli forces, as well as overcrowding in camps, malnutrition and summer heat, are bringing Gaza to the brink of a deadly epidemic.
(2024-05-22). Israel's Smotrich calls for retaliation against Palestinian Authority over state recognition. middleeasteye.net 
Israel's Smotrich calls for retaliation against Palestinian Authority over state recognition | Far-right minister advocates settlement construction in occupied West Bank and financial penalties against Palestinian officials | | The leader of Israel's Religious Zionist party Bezalel Smotrich (R) atten…
(2024-05-22). New York lawmakers seek to cut ties with Israel. plenglish.com Washington, May 22 (Prensa Latina) A bill that seeks to cut ties of non-profit organizations with Israel was reintroduced by a group of legislators in the U.S. state of New York in light of the war in Gaza.
(2024-05-22). League of imperalist criminals denounce the International Criminal Court. wsws.org US President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken have joined hands with the fascistic Christian fundamentalist Republicans Mike Johnson and Lindsay Graham to condemn the ICC and assert the right of Israel and the United States to commit war crimes with impunity.
(2024-05-22). U.S. officials fear Israeli pushback on Palestinian state may hinder Saudi normalization efforts. haaretz.com In testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, top American diplomat Anthony Blinken outlined main obstacles facing Washington's efforts to broker an agreement between Jerusalem and Riyadh…
(2024-05-22). Alert on the destruction of Gaza's biodiversity. plenglish.com Ramallah, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian Authority for Environmental Quality warned today that the massive Israeli attacks against the Gaza Strip threaten a large-scale catastrophe due to the damage to the territory's biodiversity.
(2024-05-22). The U.S. Weapons That Are Destroying Gaza. progressive.org Biden's pause on sending arms to Israel must be seen in the context of the destruction those weapons have already caused.
(2024-05-22). Norway, Ireland, Spain To Recognize Palestinian State, Drawing Israeli Condemnation. themedialine.org 
(2024-05-22). Footage shows Israeli forces seizing dead bodies from Gaza's al-Shifa hospital. middleeasteye.net 
Footage shows Israeli forces seizing dead bodies from Gaza's al-Shifa hospital | Soldiers appear to be loading more than 100 dead bodies into trucks before being moved away from the medical complex | | Rescuers and medics search for dead bodies inside the damaged al-Shifa Hospital after Israeli force…
(2024-05-22). League of imperialist criminals denounces the International Criminal Court. wsws.org US President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken have joined hands with the fascistic Christian fundamentalist Republicans Mike Johnson and Lindsay Graham to condemn the ICC and assert the right of Israel and the United States to commit war crimes with impunity.
(2024-05-22). Ibrahim Raisi's killing: Uncovering the larger message. muslimmirror.com 
By Haider Abbas Within moments of the news that the Iran President Ibrahim Raisi helicopter had crashed on May 19, there was an official denial from Israel that it was not involved in his death. This was much prior to the official confirmation of his death! After 15 hours of search operation, his body remains …
(2024-05-22). Israel-Gaza war: new US sea route for aid may fail unless conditions improve, UN warns. scmp.com The UN World Food Programme said a new US$320 million Gaza floating pier project may fail after crowds of desperate Palestinians intercepted and looted trucks, causing a halt to deliveries.
(2024-05-22). Israel to return seized Associated Press camera, reverse block on Gaza live feed. scmp.com The confiscation of the news agency's equipment was condemned by the US, journalism organisations and Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid, who called it 'an act of madness'.
(2024-05-22). Richard Beck: Bidenism Abroad. newleftreview.org Panoramic survey of US foreign policy as Washington attempts to maintain its global hegemony in conditions of faltering growth. Containing China, confronting Russia, driving decarbonization: each of Biden's stated aims has been beset by insoluble contradictions from the outset, Richard Beck argues, now compounded by Israel's punitive war on Gaza.
(2024-05-22). Hamas on ICC charges: Palestinian resistance is NOT a crime. workers.org 
Workers World is in full solidarity with the May 20, 2024, statement below and demands the ICC drop the arrest warrants against Hamas leaders, which falsely equate the heinous crimes against humanity carried out by the U.S.-backed apartheid Israeli state for the past 76 years with armed self-defense of the . . . |
(2024-05-22). Israel-Hamas hostage deal collapsed after Egypt secretly altered terms of agreement, CNN reports. haaretz.com The wording of the agreement that Hamas accepted differed from the draft that Israel and the U.S. had agreed to, three sources told CNN. According to them, CIA chief Bill Burns was angry and embarrassed and 'almost blew a gasket'…
(2024-05-22). UNICEF denounces deaths of Palestinian children in Israeli attacks. plenglish.com Ramallah, May 22 (Prensa Latina) Israeli troops and settlers have killed 149 Palestinian children in the West Bank in the last 32 weeks, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) denounced on Wednesday.
(2024-05-22). Al-Aqsa 'belongs only to Israel', says Ben Gvir during 'incendiary' visit. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-05-22). All Out For Gaza – The Anger Continues. indybay.org Over a thousand march to Israeli consulate, again…
(2024-05-22). Israel has killed just 30-35 percent of Hamas fighters, US reportedly believes. middleeasteye.net 
Israel has killed just 30-35 percent of Hamas fighters, US reportedly believes | Politico reports US intelligence officials also warning that 65 percent of Hamas' tunnel infrastructure remains intact | | Palestinian fighters from Hamas take part in a military parade to mark the anniversary of the 201…
(2024-05-22). FIDH welcomes the ICC Prosecutor's historic requests for arrest warrants in the Palestine situation. fidh.org
(2024-05-22). Israeli Accusations Against UNRWA Debunked as Gaza Needs Grow. indybay.org In examining its role in Gaza since the October 7 invasion into Israel by Hamas and its aftermath, on May 20 a distinguished panel of experts at the Stimson Center, a Washington think tank, stressed both the agency's importance and how it has responded to Israel's continued accusations of being complicit with the terrorist organization.
(2024-05-22). Hamas denounces ICC decision on warrants against its leaders. workers.org Workers World is in full solidarity with the May 20, 2024, statement below and demands the ICC drop the arrest warrants against Hamas leaders, which falsely equate the heinous crimes against humanity carried out by the U.S.-backed apartheid Israeli state for the past 76 years with armed self-defense of the . . . |
(2024-05-22). Who is Pro-Israel California Rep. Jared Huffman—Really? counterpunch.org 
Protestors probe his political psyche and we follow the money Northern California congressperson Jared Huffman, 60, held his annual "Hootenanny" campaign fundraiser at Lagunitas Brewery in Petaluma, California. Press were denied entry to the private party, but the real story was outside, as CounterPunch discovered. The fundraising event did not go karmically well for the
(2024-05-22). Israel and Hamas at War — Day 229. themedialine.org 
(2024-05-22). "Brutal Force": Police Raid UMich Gaza Solidarity Camp Before President Ono Testifies in Congress. democracynow.org 
We speak with Palestinian American University of Michigan student Salma Hamamy, who was pepper-sprayed and beaten at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor when the Gaza solidarity encampment there became the latest to be violently dismantled Tuesday morning in the nationwide crackdown on student-led protests in solidarity with Palestine. Student protesters set up the encampment about a month ago to demand the University of Michigan's endowment divest from companies with ties to Israel, but school President Santa Ono claimed the peaceful action had become a threat to public safety. Dozens of officers raide…
(2024-05-22). Milei Refuses to Apologize & Deepens Conflict with Pedro Sánchez. orinocotribune.com The president of Argentina, Javier Milei, is complicating his diplomatic relations. He not only aggravated the situation with his Spanish counterpart, Pedro Sánchez, but also refused to apologize for his offensive statements. | The Spanish government of Pedro Sánchez asked Milei to rectify his statements issued in Spain when he attended the Viva24 meeting organized by the far-right party Vox. The Argentinian president was accused of referring to Begoña Gómez, wife of Pedro Sánchez , as a "corrupt woman" during the Viva24 event. | In an interview, Milei refused to apologize. "I am not going to apologize, from any…
(2024-05-22). 'Supporter of the Oppressed': Palestinian, Arab Resistance Groups Express Sorrow at Iranian President's Tragic Death. orinocotribune.com Following the tragic death of Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and other top officials in a helicopter crash in the northwestern Iranian province of East Azerbaijan last Sunday, the Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas and other Palestinian and Arab movements issued statements expressing their condolence and sympathy. | Hamas: "Shared feelings of sorrow" | Hamas extended its "condolences, deep sympathy, and solidarity to the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, His Eminence Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian government, and the brotherly people of Iran, on the pass…
(2024-05-22). Venezuela Condemns Coup Attempt in Democratic Republic of the Congo. orinocotribune.com Venezuela condemned the attempted coup d'état carried out in the early hours of Sunday, May 19, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. | Foreign Minister Yván Gil published a statement in which Venezuela condemned any change of power through violent and unconstitutional means that threatens the sovereignty and self-determination of the people. | Likewise, he specified that this violence events only seeks to violate the political and social stability of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. | "The Bolivarian Government of Venezuela, in accordance with the principles of international law and in the exercise of Bo…
(2024-05-22). Palestinian Movement Masar Badil on President Raisi's Death: Iran Will Transcend This Enormous Loss With Its Values, Institutions and Constitution. orinocotribune.com By Masar Badil — May 20, 2024 | Statement issued by Masar Badil, the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement, expressing sorrow at the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter crash last Sunday. | It is with great sadness and regret that the Masar Badil, the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement, received news of the martyrdom of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and their associates following the helicopter crash in East Azerbaijan province, in northwest Iran, on Sunday afternoon, May 19,…
(2024-05-22). Oil Companies Contaminated a Family Farm. The Courts and Regulators Let the Drillers Walk Away. scheerpost.com 
(2024-05-22). California grad students strike over police attacks. workers.org Faced with brutal police and vigilante attacks against encampments on University of California system campuses, the union representing 48,000 UC graduate students has authorized a strike. United Auto Workers Local 4811 has pointed out that the cop brutality, which university administrations are complicit in, is a worker safety issue. The . . . |
(2024-05-22). Solidarity with Iran. workers.org Workers World extends its revolutionary condolences and heartfelt solidarity to the people of Iran with the tragic loss of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and others in a helicopter crash on May 19. We also extend our condolences to the Palestinian resistance who lost these two important . . . |
(2024-05-22). Leonard Peltier: 'I hope I make it to June 10'. workers.org 
This article was published on May 7 in the Rapid City Journal, published in South Dakota. Hundreds of demonstrators protest outside the White House in Washington, D.C., for the Free Leonard Peltier 79th Birthday Action, Sept. 12, 2023. (Photo: ICT) By Amelia Schafer and Kevin Abourezk At 80 years . . . |
(2024-05-22). WW solidarity with the Iranian people. workers.org Workers World extends its revolutionary condolences and heartfelt solidarity to the people of Iran with the tragic loss of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and others in a helicopter crash on May 19. We also extend our condolences to the Palestinian resistance who lost these two important . . . |
(2024-05-22). Philadelphia café vandalized after support for Palestine. workers.org 
Jasmine Amira Taibi-Bennoui, owner of Lombard Café in the Society Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, and the café's workers have faced harassment, violence, doxxing, and frequent threats after hosting a fund-raiser art fair for Gaza in November. Jasmine Amira Taibi-Bennoui addresses press conference outside Lombard Cafe, Philadelphia, May 17, 2024. Taibi-Bennoui . . . |
(2024-05-22). Tuesday 5/21: Las Positas College: Rally for Gaza. indybay.org Las Positas College- 3000 Campus Hill Drive…
(2024-05-22). UC Santa Cruz Students Move Encampment to Support UAW Strike Picket Line. indybay.org On May 20, UAW 4811 kicked off its Unfair Labor Practices strike on the UC Santa Cruz campus. Shortly after the strike commenced, students camping at Quarry Plaza packed up equipment from the Gaza Solidarity encampment, which was established by UC Santa Cruz Students for Justice in Palestine on May 1, and then marched to the base of campus for UAW's noon rally. A new encampment was established next to the Barn Theater.
(2024-05-22). Saturday 5/25: Deep Canvassing Training To End Factory Farming. indybay.org Berkeley Animal Rights Center – West | 2414 6th St. | Berkeley, CA…
(2024-05-22). Wednesday 5/22: The Anti-Defamation League, Counterinsurgency, and the Palestinian Liberation Movement. indybay.org Virtual Event. Register here: http: //tinyurl.com/BXH749NY…
(2024-05-22). Colorado to Reintroduce Wolverines. indybay.org DENVER, Colo., May 20, 2024 — Colorado Gov. Jared Polis will sign into law today a bill to reintroduce wolverines to the state and allocate $750,000 from the Species Conservation Trust Fund for the task. Wolverines are native to Colorado but they were wiped out in the state in the early 1900s by trapping and poisoning.
(2024-05-22). Wednesday 5/29: Mar Monte Monthly: Black Maternal Health. indybay.org This event will be hosted on Zoom. You must register for the event to receive Zoom details which will be sent out on Tuesday 5/28 & Wednesday 5/29.
(2024-05-22). Friday 5/24: Richmond Banner Drop for Palestine and Peace Vigil. indybay.org RICHMOND I-80 PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS at | Sacramento Ave between San Joaquin St and San Luis St…
(2024-05-22). Larry Bensky formerly of KPFA radio passed away Sunday, May 19th, 2024. indybay.org The Middle Photo Has Larry Bensky In It On The Back Of A Truck, Wearing A Red Jacket And White Hat In Front of KPFA Radio 94.1 FM, In 1999, During The KPFA-Pacifica Struggle, And Lockout At KPFA. Click On Image Of Photos For A Better Viewing. Photos By Lynda Carson.
(2024-05-22). Wednesday 5/29: Native American Right to Vote: 100 Years of the Indian Citizenship Act series webinar #2. indybay.org Online via Zoom from May 28 — May 31…
(2024-05-22). Tuesday 5/28: Native American Right to Vote: 100 Years of the Indian Citizenship Act series webinar #1. indybay.org Online via Zoom from May 28 — May 31…
(2024-05-22). June is the Beginning of "Fur Farm Raiding Season" indybay.org Historically, June is the beginning of "fur farm raiding season", when mink born in March mature to a state where they can be liberated into the wild.
(2024-05-22). Does German 'Defence' Minister Pistorius support war crimes with HIMARS? indybay.org This investigation is not a general statement on the behaviour of the warring parties in Ukraine. It is about the specific question of whether Minister Pistorius supports war crimes by supplying HIMARS. | Sources from both sides are used, but only insofar as they can be confirmed by sources from the other side. Status: 18 May 2024…
(2024-05-22). Saturday 6/1: 32nd Annual Santa Cruz Dyke Trans March. indybay.org Clock Tower, Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2024-05-22). Friday 5/31: Mass Copwatch Shift. indybay.org Grassroots House (2022 Blake St., Berkeley)…
(2024-05-22). Pride and Palestine. indybay.org The 41st Pride Parade in Long Beach was generally a joyous occasion. But naturally, amid the party atmosphere was serious subjects like AIDS prevention/treatment, parents supporting their LGBTQ offspring, Planned Parenthood, and sobriety. There was also sponsorship by local businesses such as Hamburger Mary's as well as corporations including Disneyland, Walmart, Boeing, Gelson's, and major banks. But attention was also drawn by to Palestine (apparently by unaffiliated activists). See video at very bottom of article/pix.
(2024-05-22). Thursday 5/30: Native American Right to Vote: 100 Years of the Indian Citizenship Act series webinar #3. indybay.org Online via Zoom from May 28 — May 31…
(2024-05-22). Friday 5/31: Native American Right to Vote: 100 Years of the Indian Citizenship Act series webinar #4. indybay.org Online via Zoom from May 28 — May 31…
(2024-05-22). Historic Factory Farm Ban on Ballot November 5th in Sonoma County! indybay.org If passed, Sonoma County, CA will become the first county in the U.S. to ban animal abusing factory farms!
(2024-05-22). Wednesday 5/22: Webinar: Mobilizing for Gaza: Speaking Truth to Power. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2024-05-22). Tuesday 7/30: "Autocracies Inc": Book Talk on Urgent Call to Protect World's Democracies w/ A. Applebaum. indybay.org Online event…
(2024-05-22). Sunday 6/2: 49th Annual Santa Cruz Pride Parade. indybay.org 11 am: Parade Kickoff at Corner of Pacific and Cathcart, Santa Cruz…
(2024-05-22). Koàß Holding'den Yapƒ± ve Kredi aà߃±klamasƒ±. aa.com.tr Koàß Holding, Yapƒ± ve Kredi Bankasƒ± A≈û'de sahip olduƒüu paylarƒ±n satƒ±≈üƒ± konusunda kamuya aà߃±klama yapƒ±lmasƒ±nƒ± gerektirecek nitelikte bir geli≈üme bulunmadƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± bildirdi.
(2024-05-22). Aile ve Sosyal Hizmetler Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ± 3 kitabƒ± muzƒ±r yayƒ±n ilan etti. aa.com.tr Aile ve Sosyal Hizmetler Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±, "Disney Esrarengiz Kasaba Gàºnlàºk 3", "Farklƒ± Olmaya Cesaret Eden Erkek àáocuklarƒ±na Hikayeler" ve "Yaramaz Evin Yeni Misafirleri" isimli kitaplarƒ± muzƒ±r yayƒ±n ilan etti.
(2024-05-22). "Sibergà∂z-40" operasyonlarƒ±nda 181 ≈üàºpheli yakalandƒ±. aa.com.tr ƒ∞àßi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Ali Yerlikaya, 34 ilde dàºzenlenen "Sibergà∂z-40" operasyonlarƒ±nda 181 ≈üàºphelinin yakalandƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± duyurdu.
(2024-05-22). Ticaret Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ± sahte yetkili servislere iki yƒ±lda 15 milyon lira ceza verildiƒüini aà߃±kladƒ±. aa.com.tr Ticaret Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±, sahte yetkili servislere denetimler ve Reklam Kurulu incelemeleri sonucu iki yƒ±lda 15 milyon lira ceza uygulandƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± duyurdu.
(2024-05-22). ƒ∞srail ordusunun Cenin'deki saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nda à∂len Filistinlilerin sayƒ±sƒ± 8'e yàºkseldi. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail ordusunun i≈ügal altƒ±ndaki Batƒ± ≈ûeria'nƒ±n kuzeyindeki Cenin kenti ve Cenin Màºlteci Kampƒ±'na dàºzenlediƒüi saldƒ±rƒ±larda à∂len Filistinlilerin sayƒ±sƒ±nƒ±n 8'e yàºkseldiƒüi, 21 ki≈üinin de yaralandƒ±ƒüƒ± bildirildi.
(2024-05-22). Kàºresel piyasalarda gà∂zler Nvidia'nƒ±n bilanàßosuna àßevrildi. aa.com.tr Kàºresel piyasalarda, bugàºn yoƒüun veri gàºndeminin yanƒ± sƒ±ra yapay zeka teknolojisi alanƒ±nda à∂ne à߃±kan ≈üirketlerin ba≈üƒ±nda gelen Nvidia'nƒ±n aà߃±klamasƒ± beklenen finansal sonuàßlarƒ± yatƒ±rƒ±mcƒ±larƒ±n odaƒüƒ±na yerle≈üti.
(2024-05-22). Hatay'da sahipsiz kà∂peklerin saldƒ±rƒ±sƒ±na uƒürayan kadƒ±n yaralandƒ±. aa.com.tr Hatay'ƒ±n Samandaƒü ilàßesinde sahipsiz kà∂peklerin saldƒ±rƒ±sƒ±na uƒürayan kadƒ±n yaralandƒ±.
(2024-05-22). NBA'de Celtics, Pacers'ƒ± 133-128 yenerek konferans finalinde 1-0 à∂ne geàßti. aa.com.tr Amerikan Basketbol Ligi (NBA) Doƒüu Konferansƒ± finalinde, Boston Celtics konuk ettiƒüi Indiana Pacers'ƒ± uzatmalarƒ±n ardƒ±ndan 133-128 maƒülup ederek seride 1-0 à∂ne geàßti.
(2024-05-22). ƒ∞ran Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Reisi'nin cenaze namazƒ±nƒ± àºlke lideri Hamaney kƒ±ldƒ±rdƒ±. aa.com.tr Helikopter kazasƒ±nda hayatƒ±nƒ± kaybeden ƒ∞ran Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± ƒ∞brahim Reisi, Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Hàºseyin Emir Abdullahiyan ve diƒüer yetkililer iàßin ba≈ükent Tahran'da cenaze namazƒ± kƒ±lƒ±ndƒ±.
(2024-05-22). "Zamanƒ±n Ardƒ±nda ƒ∞stanbul-Roma" sergisi Kalyon Kàºltàºr'de aà߃±ldƒ±. aa.com.tr Sanatà߃± Kenan I≈üƒ±k'ƒ±n, "Zamanƒ±n Ardƒ±nda ƒ∞stanbul-Roma" sergisi, Kalyon Kàºltàºr'de sanatseverlere kapƒ±larƒ±nƒ± aàßtƒ±.
(2024-05-22). ƒ∞klim deƒüi≈üikliƒüi, Birle≈üik Krallƒ±k ve ƒ∞rlanda'da fƒ±rtƒ±na ve yaƒüƒ±≈ülarƒ± yàºzde 20 daha yoƒüun hale getirdi. aa.com.tr ƒ∞nsan faaliyetlerinden kaynaklanan iklim deƒüi≈üikliƒüinin, Birle≈üik Krallƒ±k ve ƒ∞rlanda'da yƒ±kƒ±cƒ± sellere neden olan ≈üiddetli fƒ±rtƒ±na ve buna baƒülƒ± saƒüanak yaƒüƒ±≈ülarƒ± yakla≈üƒ±k yàºzde 20 artƒ±rdƒ±ƒüƒ± tespit edildi.
(2024-05-22). Bazƒ± tƒ±rtƒ±l tàºrlerinin àßevrelerindeki elektrik alanƒ±nƒ± algƒ±layarak avcƒ±lardan korunduƒüu ke≈üfedildi. aa.com.tr Bilim insanlarƒ±, bazƒ± tƒ±rtƒ±l tàºrlerinin yaban arƒ±sƒ± saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nƒ± "elektrik duyusunu" kullanarak à∂nceden tespit edebildiƒüini ke≈üfetti.
(2024-05-22). ABD Temsilciler Meclisi Ba≈ükanƒ± Johnson, Netanyahu'yu Kongre'ye davet etmekte ƒ±srarcƒ±. aa.com.tr ABD Temsilciler Meclisi Ba≈ükanƒ± Johnson, UCM Ba≈üsavcƒ±sƒ± Kerim Han'ƒ±n ƒ∞srail Ba≈übakanƒ± Netanyahu hakkƒ±nda "yakalama kararƒ±" à߃±karƒ±lmasƒ± iàßin ba≈üvuruda bulunmasƒ±na raƒümen, Netanyahu'yu Kongre'ye hitap etmesi iàßin davet etmeyi sàºrdàºreceƒüini sà∂yledi.
(2024-05-22). Kamu muhasebatƒ±na ili≈ükin ret ve iade i≈ülemleri elektronik ortamda yapƒ±lacak. aa.com.tr Kamu idareleri, muhasebe i≈ülemleri kapsamƒ±ndaki ret ve iadeleri elektronik ortamda geràßekle≈ütirecek.
(2024-05-22). àñdemi≈ü'in tarihi Birgi Mahallesi SENTRUM Projesi'yle sàºrdàºràºlebilir turizmin à∂ncàºsຠolacak. aa.com.tr Sàºrdàºràºlebilir Enerji Temelli Turizm Uygulama Merkezi (SENTRUM) Projesi, 2. dà∂neminde ƒ∞zmir'in àñdemi≈ü ilàßesine baƒülƒ± tarihi mahallesi Birgi'nin sàºrdàºràºlebilir dà∂nàº≈üàºmàºne odaklanarak, bà∂lgenin "ye≈üil destinasyon" haline gelmesini saƒülayacak.
(2024-05-22). ƒ∞srail ordusu, Refah'ta Mƒ±sƒ±r sƒ±nƒ±rƒ±na paralel mahallelerde kara saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nƒ± geni≈ületti. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail ordusu, Gazze ≈ûeridi'nin gàºneyindeki Philadelphia Koridoru'nda (Gazze ile Mƒ±sƒ±r arasƒ±ndaki sƒ±nƒ±r) Refah kentinin batƒ±sƒ±nda kara saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nƒ± geni≈ületti.
(2024-05-22). ƒ∞srail, Filistin'i tanƒ±yacaƒüƒ±nƒ± duyuran ƒ∞rlanda ve Norveàß'teki bàºyàºkelàßilerini isti≈üare iàßin geri àßaƒüƒ±rdƒ±. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail, Filistin devletini tanƒ±yacaƒüƒ±nƒ± duyuran ƒ∞rlanda ve Norveàß'teki bàºyàºkelàßilerini geri àßaƒüƒ±rma kararƒ± aldƒ±.
(2024-05-22). Kırklareli'nde "Kakava ateşi" yarın yanacak. aa.com.tr Kırklareli'nde "Kakava ateşi" yarın yakılacak.
(2024-05-22). "Tarƒ±m Cebimde" uygulamasƒ±yla kurbanlƒ±k bilgilerine ula≈üƒ±labiliyor. aa.com.tr Tarƒ±m ve Orman Bakanƒ± ƒ∞brahim Yumaklƒ±, "Tarƒ±m Cebimde uygulamasƒ± ile vatanda≈ülarƒ±mƒ±z, satƒ±n alacaklarƒ± hayvanlarƒ±n kontrollerini yapabiliyor. àáok kƒ±sa sàºre iàßinde hayvanƒ±n ≈üeceresi gà∂ràºlebiliyor." ifadesini kullandƒ±.
(2024-05-22). Antep fƒ±stƒ±ƒüƒ±nda yàºksek rekolte beklentisi. aa.com.tr Antepfƒ±stƒ±ƒüƒ± Ara≈ütƒ±rma EnstitàºsຠMàºdàºrຠAhmet ≈ûahan, "Arazi gà∂zlemlerine baktƒ±ƒüƒ±mƒ±zda Antep fƒ±stƒ±ƒüƒ± aƒüaàßlarƒ±nda àßok iyi meyve tutumu var." dedi.
(2024-05-22). ABD'li Senatà∂r Graham, UCM'nin ƒ∞srailli yetkililer hakkƒ±ndaki "yakalama kararƒ±" ba≈üvurusunu ele≈ütirdi. aa.com.tr ABD'de Cumhuriyetàßi Senatà∂r Graham, UCM Ba≈üsavcƒ±sƒ± Han'ƒ±n ƒ∞srail Ba≈übakanƒ± Binyamin Netanyahu ve Savunma Bakanƒ± Yoav Gallant hakkƒ±nda yakalama kararƒ± ba≈üvurusunda bulunmasƒ±na ili≈ükin "ƒ∞srail'e bu yapƒ±lƒ±yorsa, sƒ±rada biz varƒ±z." dedi.
(2024-05-22). Borsa gàºne yàºkseli≈üle ba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr Borsa ƒ∞stanbul'da BIST 100 endeksi, gàºne yàºzde 0,32 yàºkseli≈üle 10.930,39 puandan ba≈üladƒ±.
(2024-05-22). Erden Timur ve Okan Buruk'tan ≈üampiyonluk mesajƒ±. aa.com.tr Galatasaray Sportif A≈û Ba≈ükan Vekili Erden Timur ile sarƒ±-kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ±lƒ± futbol takƒ±mƒ±nƒ±n teknik direktà∂rຠOkan Buruk, Trendyol Sàºper Lig'de ≈üampiyonluƒüa ula≈üacaklarƒ±na olan inanàßlarƒ±nƒ± dile getirdi.
(2024-05-22). Deniz Aslanƒ±-2024 Arama Kurtarma Davet Tatbikatƒ±'nƒ±n fiili bà∂làºmຠba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr Sahil Gàºvenlik Komutanlƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ±n sevk ve idaresinde dàºzenlenen Deniz Aslanƒ±-2024 Arama Kurtarma Davet Tatbikatƒ±'nƒ±n fiili bà∂làºmàº, Tàºrk Arama Kurtarma Bà∂lgesi iàßerisinde Ege Denizi'nin uluslararasƒ± sularƒ±nda ve Tàºrk hava sahasƒ±nda ba≈üladƒ±.
(2024-05-22). Norveàß, ƒ∞rlanda ve ƒ∞spanya Filistin'i tanƒ±yacaƒüƒ±nƒ± duyurdu. aa.com.tr Norveàß hàºkàºmeti, ƒ∞rlanda Ba≈übakanƒ± Harris ve ƒ∞spanya Ba≈übakanƒ± Sanchez, Filistin devletini tanƒ±yacaklarƒ±nƒ± aà߃±kladƒ±.
(2024-05-22). Top Banks to Work For: Lists and Details. albawaba.com 
(2024-05-22). Gold prices in Saudi Arabia Today 22 May 2024. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, Wednesday, May 22, opened at 9,054.60 per ounce, according to saudigoldprice.com.24-karat gold prices in Riyadh Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 291.11 today.22-karat gold rates in KSA Today: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 266.85 early today.21-karat gold prices in Saudi Arabia Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in KSA stood at SAR 254.72 at the start of the business day, today.18-karat gold rates in KSA Today: The price per gram of 18-karat gold in Saudi…
(2024-05-22). Reason behind Tony Sawaya's sudden death revealed. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Grief surrounded many Arab celebrities following the sudden death of Lebanese hairdresser Tony Sawaya on Tuesday.Tony Sawaya is well-known for being a hairstylist for many Arab female stars including Emirati singer Ahlam Al-Shamsi, Syrian singer Asala, Najwa Karam, and Maya Diab.The Lebanese hairdresser has a beauty salon called "Tony Sawaya Salon" in Lebanon's capital Beirut. It is located in Beirut Verdun Dunes Center Ground Floor.Reason behind Tony Sawaya's sudden death revealed: Lebanese singer and composer Joe Raad revealed the cause of the death of Lebanese celebrity hairstylist Tony Saway…
(2024-05-22). Unlocking the Cosmos: Horoscope Today, May 22, 2024. albawaba.com _1.png)
ALBAWABA Welcome to another day guided by the celestial symphony! Today, as the cosmos orchestrates its dance, let's delve into the cosmic forecast and uncover what the stars have in store for each zodiac sign.
(2024-05-22). Gold prices in Jordan Today 22 May, Wednesday. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Amman, Jordan today opened at a selling price of JOD 1,712.662 per ounce, Wednesday, May 22, not including taxes and fees.24-karat gold prices in Amman Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Jordan stood at JOD 55.063 today.22-karat gold rates in Jordan Today: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in the Kingdom of Jordan stood at JOD 50.475 early today.21-karat gold prices in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in Jordan stood at JOD 48.180 at the start of the business day, today.18-karat gold rates in Amman Today:…
(2024-05-22). UAE and France shake hands in a new AI collaboration deal. albawaba.com
(2024-05-22). Target cuts prices on over 5,000 items, Biden claims he did it. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Target said that the cost of almost 5,000 products, including basic goods like bread, fruit, vegetables, milk, and meat, will be reduced. According to the grocery giant, reductions are currently in place for 1,500 goods, and thousands more will be implemented throughout the summer.Target provided several instances of price reductions, despite city-specific variations on both its house brands and well-known brands, such as a 75-count container of Clorox wipes going down from $5.79 to $4.99 and a pound of unsalted butter from its Good & Gather brand going down from $3.99 to $3.79.Alternate headline: Targ…
(2024-05-22). Gold prices in Qatar Today Wednesday, May 22, 2024. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Doha, Qatar, today, Wednesday, May 22, opened at QR 8,793.04 per ounce, according to Qatar-goldprice.com24-karat gold rates in Qatar Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Doha stood at QR 282.70 today.22-karat gold prices in Doha Today: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in Qatar stood at QR 259.14 early today.21-karat gold rates in the Emirate of Qatar Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in Qatar stood at QR 247.37 at the start of the business day, today.18-karat gold prices in Doha Today: The price per gram of 18-karat gold in Doha opened at…
(2024-05-22). Gold prices in Dubai Today Wednesday, May 22, 2024. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Gold prices in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) today, Wednesday, May 22, opened at a selling price of AED 8,865.51 per ounce, according to UAEgoldprices.com.24-karat gold rates in UAE Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in UAE stood at AED 285.03 today.22-karat gold prices in Dubai Today : The price per gram of 22-karat gold in UAE stood at AED 261.28 early today, May 22.21-karat gold rates in Dubai Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in UAE stood at AED 249.40 at the start of business today.18-karat gold prices in UAE Today: The price per gram of 1…
(2024-05-22). Ireland to officially recognize the State of Palestine. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Following signals of official state recognition, three Irish government leaders will be holding a press conference today to reveal the official announcement to recognize the State of Palestine.UPDATE: Norwegian Prime Minister announced that the official recognition of the State of Palestine will go into effect on May 28th.The Irish government earlier announced preparations to recognize the State of Palestine by the end of May. National public broadcaster RTÉ and the Irish Times both indicated that the decision would be announced at the news conference.The conference will include the presence of…
(2024-05-22). Many Asian American Renters Are Struggling to Pay for Housing. cepr.net Asian American households have the highest median income of the major racial and ethnic groups. Although Asian Americans have a higher median income than the non-Hispanic white population, they also have a higher poverty rate than the white population on the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM). (The SPM is a more comprehensive poverty measure that also …
(2024-05-22). Social Security: Productivity Growth and the Scary Stories About Rising Retiree to Worker Ratios. counterpunch.org 
In the wake of the release of the 2024 Social Security Trustees Report, we have seen a wave of columns and news articles telling us that we won't have enough workers to support a growing population of retirees. The story is that all of us baby boomer types are now retiring and the later generations
(2024-05-22). The Biggest Obstacle to Free and Fair Elections in Venezuela is the US. counterpunch.org 
For all the hullabaloo about "free and fair elections" in Venezuela by the US government, its sycophantic corporate press deliberately ignores the elephant in the room — namely, the so-called sanctions designed to make life so miserable that the people will acquiesce to Washington's plan for regime change. As Foreign Policy puts it, "Venezuelan President
(2024-05-22). The Nadir of Human Behavior. counterpunch.org 
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope, it
(2024-05-22). Welcome to the Hedge-Fund Driven Neoliberal University. counterpunch.org 
In the spirit of ruthless equity firms and asset-stripping hedge fund managers, pedagogies of conformity, silencing, and ethical abandonment now proliferate under the guise of budget cuts or overt attempts to transform higher education into white nationalist indoctrination centers. Universities are now viewed as businesses, students as clients, and faculty as a serf-like, casual labor force. Furthermore, administrative leadership has regressed, modeling itself after hedge fund managers and embracing a market-driven ideology that believes the irrational belief that the market to solve all problems and control not…
(2024-05-22). Why the Student Debt Crisis Would Likely Worsen Under a Second Trump Administration. counterpunch.org The crisis of student debt has reached proportions never before seen in the United States. Collectively, students owed $1.6 trillion in federal student loans at the end of 2023. However, that total is slightly lower than it was two years prior, thanks to some proactive actions from the Biden administration. The administration has pursued a
(2024-05-22). Will Biden Undermine His Own Climate Goals with New Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles? democracynow.org 
We speak with The New Republic's Kate Aronoff about how President Biden has unveiled steep tariff increases on various Chinese imports, including electric vehicles, which will quadruple from the current tariff rate of 25% to 100%. "What you see … is Biden really looking to lean into a really quite hawkish position on China," says Aronoff. She explains why Biden is caught between insulating the American auto industry from competition and allowing affordable EVs to enter U.S. markets for climate goals. Aronoff says experts say Biden should work with China on this industry and "to not see thi…
(2024-05-22). Paul Weston: Why don't politicians do something about the corruption in UK's medical industry? expose-news.com It's unsurprising to discover that the covid-19 vaccine fanatic Dr. Ranjit Singh, also known as Dr. Ranj, was on the AstraZeneca payroll. As Paul Weston points out, it wasn't just Dr. Ranj …
(2024-05-22). Playing God documentary: 50 years of medical democide in the UK. expose-news.com The documentary 'Playing God' takes a deep dive into the horrors that lurk within past and current government protocols and policies, exposing the damage they are causing. The film is a result …
(2024-05-22). New Zealand covid vaccine deaths: We have a deadly plague of serial killers in our midst. expose-news.com
(2024-05-22). Childhood vaccines and autism: Things have got out of control. expose-news.com Even though it has been widely recognised that there is a link between childhood vaccines and autism, public health agencies and health practitioners continue to push childhood vaccines and the number of …
(2024-05-22). Here's what our readers thought (16 — 21 May). expose-news.com Last Thursday we put the first poll up on our Telegram channel. As our readers seem to be happy to participate, select options and offer their views in the poll's comment section, …
(2024-05-22). EXPOSED: This is where Bob Menendez stashed $150,000 gold bars, $480,000 cash. geo.tv 
Former US senator's cluttered New jersey home stacked with over $600,000 worth of gold and cash even in boots…
(2024-05-22). Thousands attend funeral prayers of President Ebrahim Raisi, others. geo.tv 
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei performs prayer for victims of helicopter crash in Tehran…
(2024-05-22). Shaken passengers arrive in Singapore after deadly turbulence-stricken flight. geo.tv 
"I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased," Singapore Airlines CEO says…
(2024-05-22). TikToker's napping tip for long flights goes viral — but what do experts think. geo.tv 
Experts think viral TikTok napping technique for long flights may cost you both legs…
(2024-05-22). Shocking information comes up in Donald Trump's secret docs case. geo.tv 
FBI agents did not spare Melania Trump, Barron Trump's rooms…
(2024-05-22). UK general elections on July 4: reports. geo.tv 
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak looks set to announce election date, with a statement expected later…
(2024-05-22). "Gain of Function" and Influenza A Virus. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). The Rise of Pro-Palestine Encampments in Calgary, "The Police Went into Full War Mode in Riot Gear". Robert Inlakesh. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Iran — A Mysterious Helicopter Crash or Martyrdom. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Europe's Far-Right Mainstream with the Meloni-Von der Leyen Political Alliance. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). From COVID-19 to Campus Protests: How the Police State Muzzles Free Speech. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). The Pashinyan Regime Now Uses Armenians as Guinea Pigs for Pentagon's Bioweapons. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Died Suddenly: 60 COVID-19 mRNA Vaccinated Nurses From Around the World. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Usury: The Crime of the Ages. "Bankers' Greed" globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). WEF News: Klaus Schwab Resigning. Resistance Is Not futile. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Did the Dulles Brothers Seal Our Fate? globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Dangers of 'Normalizing' Assassinations of 'Non-compliant' Foreign Leaders. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). The Futility of War. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). A Lawless World Driven to Brink of War and Political Assassinations. "Signs of Endgame Collapse" globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Childhood Vaccine Schedule Led to 'Greatest Decline in Public Health in Human History'. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). 2020 Documentary: Who Is Bill Gates? How Bill Gates Monopolized Global Health. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-22). Armenia: Waiting to recover health and reunite with husband. icrc.org
(2024-05-22). Armenia: Waiting to recover health and reunite with husband. icrc.org 
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(2024-05-22). Saudi-IBM project developing generative AI in several Arabic dialects. middleeasteye.net 
Saudi-IBM project developing generative AI in several Arabic dialects | Developers have struggled for years to retrieve and generate information in both audio and text formats in multiple Arabic dialects | | Guests attend the Global AI (Artificial Intelligence) 2020 Summit in the Saudi capital Riyadh…
(2024-05-22). These countries recognise Palestine as a state. middleeasteye.net 
These countries recognise Palestine as a state | Spain, Ireland and Norway join over 140 full UN member states that have already recognised Palestinian statehood | | Spain's iconic Osborne Bull billboards were painted with the Palestinian flag and the message "Free Palestine" in Cabanillas d…
(2024-05-22). Spain, Ireland and Norway recognise Palestinian state. middleeasteye.net 
Spain, Ireland and Norway recognise Palestinian state | Other countries expected to follow suit in the coming weeks, Irish prime minister says | | Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez interacts with Patxi Lopez, member of the Spanish Socialist party PSOE, during a plenary session of the lowe…
(2024-05-22). UK deputy PM makes secret trip to UAE after rising diplomatic tensions. middleeasteye.net 
UK deputy PM makes secret trip to UAE after rising diplomatic tensions | Oliver Dowden travelled to Emirates last week, following failed Telegraph takeover and spat over alleged Emirati involvement in the Sudan war | | Britain's Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden attends a Commonwealth Day service c…
(2024-05-22). SC cancels bail of eight suspected members of banned PFI. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : The Supreme Court on Wednesday, May 22, overturned a decision of the Madras High Court granting bail to eight suspected members of banned PFI accused of conspiring and collecting funds for committing terrorist acts across India. Pronouncing the verdict on a special leave petition filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), a …
(2024-05-22). 400 Bengali-origin Muslim families displaced in Assam's Sipajhar. muslimmirror.com GUWAHATI : The Assam government on Monday evicted around 400 Bengali-origin Muslim families and bulldozed makeshift homes in the vicinity of the greater Dhalpur Char, a sandbar in the middle of the Brahmaputra river in Sipajhar, Darrang district. These are the same families whose homes were razed in a violent eviction drive in September 2021, …
(2024-05-22). War cuts the heart out of humankind. peoplesdispatch.org In the apartment of my friends in Baghdad (Iraq), they tell me about how each of them had been impacted by the ugliness of the 2003 US-imposed illegal war on their country. Yusuf and Anisa are both members of the Federation of Journalists of Iraq and both have experience as "stringers" for Western media companies that came to Baghdad amid the war. When I first went to their apartment for dinner in the well-positioned Waziriyah neighborhood, I was struck by the fact that Anisa—whom I had known as a secular person—wore a veil on her face. "I wear this scarf," Anisa said to me later in the evening, "to h…
(2024-05-22). US officials threaten sanctions over ICC warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant. peoplesdispatch.org US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has suggested that he will work with US lawmakers to issue sanctions against the International Criminal Court, over Some congressmembers, including Republican Senators James Risch and Lindsey Graham, are working on legislation to sanction the ICC, and hoping to gather bipartisan support. | "Together, we'll find a way to register our displeasure with the ICC,…
(2024-05-22). India's BJP faces ire of farmers in final phase of elections. peoplesdispatch.org The ruling Modi government has failed to implement key agreements made with the farmers' movement and is now facing protest after protest by farmers' organizations on the campaign trail…
(2024-05-22). Climate change key to Antarctic sea ice melt in 2023. plenglish.com Washington, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The surface of Antarctic winter sea ice fell in 2023 to the lowest level since satellite records began in late 1978, scientists warn.
(2024-05-22). Russia-Latin America relations develop despite the US. plenglish.com Moscow, May 22 (Prensa Latina) Cooperation between Russia and Latin America is actively developing, despite the opposition of the United States and its allies, said today the vice president of the Russian State Duma (lower house of Parliament), Ivan Melnikov.
(2024-05-22). Colombian and Brazilian forces dismantle illegal mining enclave. plenglish.com Bogota, May 22 (Prensa Latina) Due to joint operations by the Colombian and Brazilian armed forces, an illegal mining center has been dismantled on the Pure River in the southern department of Amazonas, an authorized source informed on Wednesday.
(2024-05-22). UN reports over 33 000 civilians killed in armed conflicts in 2023. plenglish.com United Nations, May 22 (Prensa Latina) More than 33 000 civilians have been killed in armed conflicts in 2023 although the figure could probably be higher, according to statistics released today by the United Nations (UN).
(2024-05-22). Chinese president sends letter to dialogue with US on tourism. plenglish.com Beijing, May 22 (Prensa Latina) China's President Xi Jinping today sent a message on the opening of the 14th China-U.S. High-Level Dialogue on Tourism, which is being held in Shaanxi province.
(2024-05-22). Angola gets ready to host meeting of SADC energy ministers. plenglish.com Luanda, May 22 (Prensa Latina) Angola is preparing today to host the meeting of the Joint Committee of Energy and Water Ministers of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), from May 27 to 31.
(2024-05-22). China will strengthen its relations with Iran, FM affirms. plenglish.com When meeting with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Mahdi Saafari in Kazakhstan, within the context of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Foreign Ministers' Meeting, Wang assured that both countries will continue to strengthen their relations to safeguard common interests. | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China reported that its Foreign Minister once again expressed condolences for the unfortunate death of Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi and those accompanying him in the crashed helicopter. | This unfortunate incident shocked the world. Iran has lost an outstanding leader, and China has lost a good friend an…
(2024-05-22). EU approves use of profits from frozen Russian accounts. plenglish.com Brussels, May 22 (Prensa Latina) After several months of internal controversies, the European Union (EU) announced an agreement for the use of dividends obtained from Russia's frozen accounts in Western banks, local television reported.
(2024-05-22). China announces countermeasures against U.S. companies. plenglish.com Beijing, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China announced the decision to take countermeasures against 12 U.S. military industrial companies and 10 senior executives of these firms.
(2024-05-22). Portugal's president involves in investigation. plenglish.com Lisbon, May 22 (Prensa Latina) A Portuguese parliamentary commission today took over the investigation on a millionaire medical treatment of some babies in which President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa could be involved.
(2024-05-22). Venezuela and China sign paramount cooperation agreement. plenglish.com Caracas, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The Governments of Venezuela and China signed on Wednesday in this city a paramount cooperation agreement that deepens the strategic alliance partnership between the two countries.
(2024-05-22). Cuba's financial panorama focuses government attention. plenglish.com Havana, May 22 (Prensa Latina) Cuba's fiscal deficit, budget, tax payments, and measures to correct price distortions are the focus of the government's attention today in the financial panorama to guarantee the country's macroeconomic stability.
(2024-05-22). Hungary warns of effects of sending troops to Ukraine. plenglish.com Budapest, May 22 (Prensa Latina) Sending Western troops to Ukraine, as some European politicians are assessing, will lead to a new world war, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated.
(2024-05-22). Cuban diplomat signs book of condolences for Iranian martyrs. plenglish.com Beirut, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The head of the Cuban mission in Lebanon, Jorge Leon, signed on Wednesday the book of condolences opened at the Iranian Embassy for the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and some of his government members.
(2024-05-22). Chile prolongs blue code due to worsening weather conditions. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, May 22 (Prensa Latina) In view of the worsening weather conditions in central and southern Chile over the past few days, authorities decided on Wednesday to prolong the blue code, a mechanism to provide care for people living on the streets.
(2024-05-22). Effects of US policy against Cuba described as genocidal. plenglish.com Havana, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The deputy director general of the US Directorate at the Cuban Foreign Ministry, Johana Tablada, described Cuba's inclusion on Washington's unilateral State Sponsors of Terrorism (SSOT) list as genocidal…
(2024-05-22). Intellectuals demand end to US hostility against Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, May 22 (Prensa Latina) The Network of Intellectuals and Artists in Defense of Humanity (RIDH) urged on Wednesday the United States to lift its blockade against Cuba, and to exclude the nations from the States Sponsoring Terrorism (SST) list.
(2024-05-22). Oakland School District Transitions to 100% Electric Bus Fleet. pressenza.com The Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) in the Bay Area of California is set to fully transition its school bus fleet to electric buses. With this move, it is expected to become the first big school district in the U.S. to switch to 100% electric buses with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities. | By Paige Bennett | The school district has partnered with Z≈´m, a school transportation services company, to acquire a fleet of 74 entirely electric buses. In addition, the school district will receive bidirectional chargers, which can not only charge the buses but send stored or excess energy from the vehic…
(2024-05-22). Colombia: New round of talks between government and National Liberation Army (ELN), in Caracas. pressenza.com The two sides have begun a new round of talks in Caracas on 20 May 2024, with the commitment to sign an agreement amid the recent tensions, after the subversive group announced that it had ended its suspension of economic kidnappings. | The parties have formally resumed negotiations in Venezuela, the guarantor of the process. They are thus giving continuity to the agreements reached on 22 April. The aim is to sign an agreement on the first point on the agenda: the participation of society in building peace. The dialogue will continue until 25 May, although the topics to be discussed and the exact date for the sig…
(2024-05-22). New audiovisual tributes to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. pressenza.com A pleasant and significant surprise awaits travellers arriving at Brasilia International Airport. In the arrivals area, they will have the pleasure of visiting the exhibition "Mandla: Global Icon of Reconciliation". | Organised by the Brazil Africa Institute in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the exhibition is a profound tribute to the legacy of Nelson Mandela, a leading figure in the global struggle for justice, equality and peace. Through a collection of 50 photographic panels, visitors will embark on an evocative journey through the extraordinary life of this revolutionary leader."We are hono…
(2024-05-22). The 2nd Mediterranean Forum for Peace and Nonviolence: The power of the human being. pressenza.com Active nonviolence, as a philosophy and practice, seeks to transform conflicts without resorting to violence, promoting dialogue, empathy and mutual understanding. | The 2nd Mediterranean Forum for Peace and Nonviolence, to be held in Malaga on 22 and 23 June 2024, represents a unique opportunity for individuals, organisations and movements committed to building a more just and non-violent society. This event is a continuation of the commitment initiated at the Mediterranean Nuclear Disarmament Forum in 2008 and is presented as a space for exchange and proposals focused on the methodology of active nonviolence.
(2024-05-22). Quezon City Health Department Steps Up Drive to Promote Business Compliance with Laws Banning Mercury Cosmetics. pressenza.com 
22 May 2024, Quezon City. Mercury-containing skin-lightening products are dangerous to human health and the environment. The continued sale of such products goes against national and city laws, as well as the Minamata Convention on Mercury. | This was emphasized by the resource persons at the consultative meeting organized by the Quezon City Health Department (QCHD) on May 21 at the Quezon City Hall, which drew the participation of shopping mall management representatives and cosmetic product and food supplement retailers, exhibitors, and organizers. Dr. Laarni Malapit, Head of the QCHD-Special Services Division…
(2024-05-22). Día Internacional de la Diversidad Biológica. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 mayo (RHC) Cada 22 de mayo se conmemora el Día Mundial de la Biodiversidad, decretado por la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU).
(2024-05-22). Falleció destacado entrenador cubano de pesas Luis Ramón Madrigal. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (PL).- El destacado entrenador cubano de pesas Luis Ramón Madrigal Falcón falleció en la madrugada del lunes en La Habana a los 82 años de edad.
(2024-05-22). Cuba procura alternativas ante situación electroenergética. radiohc.cu Camagàºey, 22 mayo (RHC) Ante la compleja situación electroenergética del país, el gobierno en la tercera ciudad más poblada de Cuba procura hoy alternativas tanto para el abastecimiento de alimentos como opciones recreativas.
(2024-05-22). Inicia en Italia evento sobre lucha contra narcotráfico internacional. radiohc.cu Roma, 22 mayo (RHC) Un evento de 3 días sobre la lucha contra el narcotráfico internacional, inició hoy en la ciudad de Palermo ubicada en la sureña región italiana de Sicilia, patrocinado por el Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de este país.
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(2024-05-22). Five ways you can participate in the election process. splcenter.org
(2024-05-22). Tornadoes Devastate Iowa, Leaving One Dead. telesurenglish.net On Tuesday afternoon, multiple tornadoes ripped through the western part of the state of Iowa, causing at least one death and major damage. | RELATED: | The death occurred in Adams County, about 90 miles southwest of Des Moines, capital of Iowa. Meanwhile, a tornado went through the city of Greenfield, about 55 miles southwest of Des Moines, shortly before 5: 00 p.m., injuring multiple people and destroying a hospital.
(2024-05-22). Violence in Acapulco Leaves 12 Dead. telesurenglish.net At least 12 people were killed in the latest wave of violence in the Pacific coast resort of Acapulco, which apparently began Monday night. | RELATED: | According to the city's Public Security Secretariat, the bodies of four men and two women with multiple gunshot wounds were found late Monday in front of the Genovesa condominium, near the resort's Aguas Blancas roundabout. | Several of the victims were semi-naked and showed…
(2024-05-22). Tourism to Venezuela Grew by 220 Percent. telesurenglish.net On Tuesday, Tourism Minister Ali Padron announced that the number of international visits to Venezuela increased by 220 percent in the first four months of 2024 compared to 2023. | RELATED: | This growth is the result of greater air and land connectivity with neighboring countries such as Colombia and Brazil, as well as the arrival of visitors from Europe, Russia, and Poland. | Venezuela received about 1.6 m…
(2024-05-22). Heat Wave Will Affect 32 Mexican States. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the National Meteorological Service (SMN) reported that 27 out of 32 Mexican states will experience temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius in the midst of the third heat wave of the year, which began this week. | RELATED: | In nine of these states, temperatures will exceed 45 degrees Celsius: Campeche, Guerrero, Nuevo Leon, San Luis Potosi, Sinaloa, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Veracruz, and Yucatan. | Temperatures between 40 and 45 degrees Celsius…
(2024-05-22). Mumbai Mourns Martyrdom of Ayatollah Raisi and His Entourage. telesurenglish.net After Maghrib prayers on May 21, the Isna Ashari Youths Foundation at Masjid organized a condolence program started with Tilawat of Quran e Majeed by Qari Mirza Hasan Maulana Mohammed Fayyaz Baqir, who enlightened the importance of Ayatollah Raisi for Shia Muslim and the whole Muslim Ummah. | RELATED: | Maulana Zaki Hasan described the personality of Ayatollah Raisi, pointing out that he served humanity. That's why whole world is mourning fo…
(2024-05-22). Ayataolla Khamenei Presides Over Ebrahim Raisi's Funeral. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei led prayers at the funeral of President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions. | RELATED: | The ceremony took place at the University of Tehran in front of the coffins of President Raisi, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and the other six people who died in the helicopter crash that occurred on Sunday. | During the religious servi…
(2024-05-22). Russia Denies Launching Anti-Satellite Weapon Into Space. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Russia has not violated international law in any way, commenting on U.S. allegations that Moscow had launched an anti-satellite weapon into space on May 17. | RELATED: | Recently, the U.S. Pentagon claimed that Russia had launched a satellite into low-Earth orbit that "is likely a counter-space weapon presumably capable of attacking other satellites." | "We a…
(2024-05-22). Palestinians Welcome European Nations' State Recognition. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the Palestinian presidency welcomed the recognition of a Palestinian state by Spain, Norway and Ireland. | RELATED: | The Palestinian presidency appreciated the contribution of this decision by Spain, Norway and Ireland in "consecrating the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination on their land and in taking actual steps to support the implementation of the two-state solution." | "The right of peoples to self-determination is an established r…
(2024-05-22). Representatives of Russia's leading media outlets hold talks with officials from Chinese provinces. tvbrics.com 
The parties discussed areas for the development of relations between the countries…
(2024-05-22). India finalises competitive egulatory framework. tvbrics.com 
This was announced by Ravneet Kaur, Chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI)…
(2024-05-22). Brazil takes action to promote support for family agriculture. tvbrics.com 
The representatives of Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service and the Ministry of Agrarian Development are strengthening co-operation to support family farming…
(2024-05-22). Chinese experts propose novel approach for precise geological disaster prediction. tvbrics.com 
A new forecasting method is based on satellite images…
(2024-05-22). Saudi Arabia launches project to protect heritage and nature. tvbrics.com 
Nature conservation is the main priority of the Soudah Peaks project…
(2024-05-22). UAE notes importance of cultural diversity in achieving sustainable development goals. tvbrics.com 
The country recognises the effectiveness of constructive dialogue in society…
(2024-05-22). Saudi Arabia to host space tourism trials soon. tvbrics.com 
This was announced at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh…
(2024-05-22). Sergey Ryabkov: New BRICS countries enthusiastically participate in work of group. tvbrics.com 
Joint activities are oriented towards achieving results, the diplomat said…
(2024-05-22). Russia Returns 6 Children to Ukraine With Qatar's Mediation. themoscowtimes.com Since July 2023, Qatar has helped bring back scores of Ukrainian children taken to Russia and occupied territories during the war.
(2024-05-22). Russian Army Says Recaptured Village in Ukraine's Luhansk. themoscowtimes.com Russian troops previously captured Klishchiivka in January 2023, but Ukraine reclaimed the village in September.
(2024-05-22). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 817. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 817th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-05-22). Russia starts 'tactical nuclear drills' near Ukraine border. aljazeera.com Exercises involve Iskander and Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and are seen as warning to Ukraine's Western allies.
(2024-05-22). Russian Woman Who Filmed Troops Sentenced to 12 Years for Treason. themoscowtimes.com The young woman was accused of sharing footage of Russian soldiers and military equipment heading toward Ukraine with Kyiv.
(2024-05-22). Russia Jails Man 3.5 Years for Urging Friend to Surrender to Ukrainian Army. themoscowtimes.com The Saratov resident was detained last year on suspicion of "repeatedly persuading" a Russian soldier fighting in Ukraine to surrender.
(2024-05-22). Man Killed in Cross-Border Shelling of Russia's Belgorod. themoscowtimes.com Russia's Defense Ministry said it shot down six Ukrainian missiles and three drones in the region between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.
(2024-05-22). Russia starts tactical nuclear drills near Ukraine, citing Western 'threats'. scmp.com The exercises are taking place in Russia's Southern Military District, which borders and includes parts of Ukraine that Moscow claims to have annexed.
(2024-05-22). Joy Neumeyer: Moscow's Story. newleftreview.org Joy Neumeyer on Jade McGlynn, Memory Makers and Russia's War. Twin studies, scholarly and less so, of the uses of the past in Putin's war for Ukraine.
(2024-05-22). WION, Indian global television, on the Russian nuclear weapon drills at the Ukrainian border. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2024-05-22). U.K. Says China Supplying Russia With 'Lethal Aid'. themoscowtimes.com British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps said Beijing is sending or preparing to send combat equipment to Russia for use in Ukraine.
(2024-05-22). The future of the triangle of Egypt, Türkiye and Iran. uwidata.com It has become clear that the successive developments in the Middle East region imposed "urgent needs" on the countries of the Middle East. These were translated into intense consultations between the major countries in the region on the Palestinian issue, and the Gaza war came to highlight a rare moment of harmony between these countries …
(2024-05-22). Violation of the principle of separation of religion and state is not the only problem. uwidata.com By Kohei Mizugaki, civic activist The recent visit to Yasukuni Shrine for worship by dozens of officers of the Ground Self-Defense Force, including the deputy chief of staff, has been criticized as being systematic and unconstitutional, violating the principle of separation of religion and state. The excuse that it was a private act cannot be …
(2024-05-22). Australian "military secrets" laws threaten researchers. wsws.org Chilling legislation points to intensifying AUKUS preparations for war against China.
(2024-05-22). University of California files for injunction against academic worker strike over Gaza protest crackdowns. wsws.org Tuesday's court filing amounts to a demand that all strike activity of a political character be banned in the United States.
(2024-05-22). US Treasury secretary seeks European support in economic war against China. wsws.org In the well established tradition of US imperialism, Janet Yellen in a speech in Germany sought to present US actions as benefiting the world.
(2024-05-22). New Caledonia unrest continues amid massive French security operation. wsws.org Amid a fierce police crackdown, New Caledonia's unrest has exposed the class chasm between indigenous workers and youth and the French colony's political establishment.
(2024-05-22). Working class life expectancy falling in England. wsws.org The Institute of Health Equity confirms that life expectancy for the working class is stagnating and falling, while the life expectancy of the wealthiest rises.
(2024-05-22). Ann Arbor school board votes for draconian budget cuts. wsws.org The Democratic Party-controlled school board approved $20 million in budget cuts, including the elimination of 141 positions…
(2024-05-22). Growing calls for an all-out strike by UC academic workers. wsws.org The anti-democratic maneuvers of the UC administration are aided by the UAW apparatus, which has called out only one campus and kept the vast majority of workers on the job.
(2024-05-22). Netherlands parties strike agreement on most right-wing government since 1945. wsws.org Six months after the Dutch general election, three far-right parties together with the Liberals (VVD) of incumbent Prime Minister Mark Rutte have agreed on forming the most right-wing Dutch government since the Second World War.
(2024-05-22). Pro-independence president inaugurated in Taiwan. wsws.org Lai Ching-te's support for US imperialism exposes his phony concerns about "democracy" and "peace" in the Indo-Pacific and around the globe.
(2024-05-22). Gov't to Construct AFCON Training Facility at Kyambogo University. plusnews.ug 
Kyambogo University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government to transform one of its football pitches into a modern training facility for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027. The facility, located near the university's main building, will be one of ten training venues developed for the tournament. According to …
(2024-05-22). 'GEEKOM A8': Next Gen AI Mini PC now available; Check features, price. ummid.com The GEEKOM A8, a highly anticipated Next-Gen AI mini PC powered by AMD HawkPoint Ryzen 8040 processor, is now available for grab.
(2024-05-22). Leaders of many countries and int'l organizations reaffirm commitment of upholding one-China principle: FM. ecns.cn Over the past few weeks, leaders of many countries and international organizations have reaffirmed the commitment to the just cause of upholding the one-China principle.
(2024-05-22). One of Raisi's entourage survived helicopter hard landing, though just for hours. ecns.cn At least one of the entourage of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi lived for some time after their helicopter's hard landing and the flight had been generally okay for less than one hour before it disappeared quickly.
(2024-05-22). Beijing imposes sanctions on ex-U.S. lawmaker. ecns.cn China's Foreign Ministry issued a set of countermeasures on Tuesday against former U.S. congressman Mike Gallagher, including the freezing of movable and immovable property and other kinds of property in China.
(2024-05-22). Iran's Khamenei leads prayers at Raisi memorial before tens of thousands. aljazeera.com Late president's body will be taken from Tehran to his hometown Mashhad, where he will be buried.
(2024-05-22). China commits to strengthening ties with Iran. ecns.cn No matter how the situation changes, China will strengthen strategic cooperation with Iran, safeguard the common interests of both sides and continue to make efforts for regional and world peace, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday.
(2024-05-22). Environmentalists Moot for Ordinances on Wetlands Destruction in Masaka. plusnews.ug 
Agroup of environmentalists under the Biodiversity Conservation Foundation (BCF) is mooting for the enactment of punitive ordinances against actions that lead to wetlands destruction in the Masaka sub-region. Antonio Kalyango, the BCF Executive Director observes that many local governments are failing to customize and effectively enforce provisions of the National Environment Act 2019, hence the …
(2024-05-22). Taiwan: Joint open letter to President Lai Ching-te. fidh.org On the day Lai Ching-te is sworn in as Taiwan's President, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and its member organizations in Taiwan, Covenants Watch and Taiwan Association for Human Rights (TAHR), sent him a letter to outline 12 human rights priorities for his presidency. Read the letter below.
Honourable President Lai Ching-te Office of the President No. 122, Section 1, Chongqing South Road Zhongzheng District Taipei City 10048, Taiwan
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(2024-05-22). Syria/Dabbagh case : First trial in France of the crimes of the Syrian authorities. fidh.org
(2024-05-22). Four men accused of killing Sikh activist appear in British Columbia court. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: In their first combined court appearance on Tuesday morning, a judge in British Columbia ordered four Indian nationals who are charged with killing Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar to have no contact with several members of the community.In Surrey, British Columbia, provincial court saw the first in-person appearances of three of the four suspects: Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, and Karanpreet Singh. The fourth suspect made his or her appearance by video link.Amandeep Singh was arrested on May 10 for the assassination of Nijjar, but he is still being held in detention in Ontario, where he was charg…
(2024-05-22). Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino part ways after just one season. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Chelsea have parted with coach Mauricio Pochettino and his coaching staff after just one season, the club announced on Tuesday. Chelsea announced the news with a brief statement on their official website saying: "Chelsea FC can confirm that the club and Mauricio Pochettino have mutually agreed to part ways", while …
(2024-05-22). Xinjiang team wins the country's highest labor award. ecns.cn Thanks to their spirit and pursuit of excellence in their work, a team of young people dedicated to the construction and operation of the power grid in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has been awarded the nation's highest labor honor.
(2024-05-22). Cricket novices US begin T20 World Cup preparation with win over Bangladesh. aljazeera.com Co-hosts US beat star-studded Bangladesh by five wickets in their first T20 match of the series before the World Cup.
(2024-05-22). Socialist Alliance rebuts Zionist slander. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Massive Utility Trade Group Reportedly Taking Biden Admin to Court Over Green Power Plant Rules. wattsupwiththat.com CCS is not close to ready to play the major role in the U.S. power grid that the agency envisions.
(2024-05-22). The Apprentice director defends Trump rape scene as lawsuit looms. scmp.com The director of an explosive biopic that shows Donald Trump raping his wife defended the controversial scene, saying the alleged incident is 'well known' and shed light on the former US president's character.
(2024-05-22). Fujian improves payment options for tourists. ecns.cn The mainland coastal province of Fujian has made concrete headway in improving payment services for Taiwan visitors and other overseas travelers, official data showed, reflecting the country's strengthened efforts to deepen opening-up and boost cross-Strait integrated development.
(2024-05-22). Better China-Saudi economic ties expected. ecns.cn China and Saudi Arabia are expected to further tap potential for bilateral economic and financial cooperation, thereby bringing about more tangible and pragmatic collaboration results, according to government officials from both sides.
(2024-05-22). US working with EU to counter China on its Russia support, overcapacity, say Antony Blinken and Janet Yellen. scmp.com America's top diplomat describes Beijing as seeking 'better relations with Europe' while fuelling its 'greatest security threat' since the Cold War.
(2024-05-22). Knowledge Should Increase a Person in Humility — Shaykh Al-Uthaymeen (rahimahullah). salaficentre.com Shaykh Uthaymeen in explanation of verse 54 of Suratul Maa'idah explains the affair of humility. This verse comprises of praise for the one who is humble to the believers, he lowers his wings to them — i.e. he is compassionate and is humble for indeed these are characteristics which Allah (the Mighty and Majestic) loves. …
(2024-05-22). Iran's supreme leader presides over a funeral for the country's late president and others killed in a helicopter crash, reports AP. devdiscourse.com
(2024-05-22). Starry night at Shennongjia National Nature Reserve in C China. ecns.cn Stars sparkle in sky over Shennongjia National Reserve in central China's Hubei Province.
(2024-05-22). Police officers arrested for shooting drunk man dead. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The officer in charge and a police constable attached to Nyanja police post in Maziba sub county, Kabale district are in trouble for fatally shooting a revealer. OC Sergeant John Tumwesigye,59, and PC James Owomuhangi, are currently held at Kabale Central police station are accused of shooting Chris Twijomujuni,35, of …
(2024-05-22). China emerging as energy storage powerhouse. ecns.cn China's power storage capacity is on the cusp of growth, fueled by rapid advances in the renewable energy industry, innovative technologies and ambitious government policies aimed at driving sustainable development, experts said.
(2024-05-22). Village to offer subsidies for childbirth. ecns.cn In an effort to increase its birthrate, Bangdong village in the Panyu district of Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, has come up with a subsidy plan to encourage childbirth.
(2024-05-22). Will Mexico have its first woman president? globalvoices.org 
(2024-05-22). UK ruling on Assange extradition 'resets the game'. What happens next? aljazeera.com Rights groups laud latest decision as an investigative journalist warns Assange 'might be entombed in prison for life'.
(2024-05-22). Russia's Proposal to Redraw Baltic Sea Borders Sparks Concern From Neighbors. themoscowtimes.com Experts said the drafted changes could be used to put pressure on NATO-member countries like Estonia, Finland and Sweden.
(2024-05-22). Germany's AfD bans top candidate from EU poll events over Nazi comments. aljazeera.com Maximilian Krah recently said Nazi SS members 'not all criminals', prompting French far-right allies to shun party.
(2024-05-22). Nakba protests hail student solidarity encampments. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Xinjiang makes strides in high-quality development. ecns.cn Despite the sanctions imposed by some Western countries on photovoltaic and cotton products produced in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region over allegations of "forced labor", the development of these industries remained strong last year…
(2024-05-22). National health body tightens restrictions on cough medicine. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have tightened management of a cough suppressant called dextromethorphan and several other psychotropic drugs to prevent illegal sales and use of them.
(2024-05-22). Enhanced 5G key to low-altitude economy. ecns.cn The commercial use of 5G-A(5G-Advanced) technology will boost industries and change the way people interact with each other, a senior executive of Chinese telecom equipment maker ZTE Corp said.
(2024-05-22). 'Taiwan independence' ideology condemned. ecns.cn Lai Ching-te blatantly peddled "Taiwan independence" in his speech after assuming the role of the Taiwan region's new leader on Monday, and while the address was full of "pro-independence" sentiment, it lacked a legal basis, experts said.
(2024-05-22). Kanaky: Let's (really) put an end to the era of colonies (plus French New Anti-Capitalist Party statement). links.org.au 
Jeff Castel — It is urgent to oppose the manoeuvres of the French state against the Kanak people and promote solidarity.
(2024-05-22). In Russia, a journalist is detained for 'apology' for the Taliban. globalvoices.org 
(2024-05-22). One Firefighter Injured at Leon Street Fire. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY-On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 8: 00 p.m., Syracuse Firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a possible fire in the area of the 500 block of Oakwood Avenue. Firefighters from Station 8, on South Salina Street arrived in just under two-and-a-half minutes. The first arriving companies found heavy smoke in the area, but the source was not immediately clear. Seconds after the first units arrived, the source of the fire was located. As additional crews converged on the scene, firefighters reported smoke and flames coming from the second-story windows on three sides of a house at 230…
(2024-05-22). County Executive Ryan McMahon Honors Emergency Communications Employees. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, N.Y. — County Executive J. Ryan McMahon, II and the Department of Emergency Communications Commissioner Julie K. Corn recognized 911 Center employees for outstanding performance during the past year during an annual awards ceremony held Wednesday morning at the 911 Center. | J. Ryan McMahon | County Executive McMahon said, "Onondaga County has the best employees anywhere. This ceremony is an opportunity to say 'thank you' to all the men and women who answer the phone in times of emergency. There is often very li…
(2024-05-22). Missing Bangladesh governing party's MP found murdered in India: Minister. aljazeera.com Anwarul Azim Anar of Awami League went missing on May 13, day after reaching India for medical treatment, say relatives.
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: The Onion's Exclusive Interview With JoJo Siwa. theonion.com 
JoJo Siwa, a singer, dancer, and social media personality who rose to fame for her kid-focused music and partnership with Nickelodeon, has recently tried to break away from her family-friendly past and debut a more adult persona now that she is 21. But there have been growing pains associated with her new "bad girl"…
(2024-05-22). OFSS Inter 1st Merit List 2024 on May 28. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will release on May 28, 2024, the OFSS Inter First Merit List, 1st Selection List, of the students who have registered for admission in Class 11 (Intermediate) through Online Facilitation System For Students website www.ofssbihar.info.
(2024-05-22). Cargo flown over world's first 100-km level 5G-A coverage low-altitude maritime route. ecns.cn China has operated the world's first network coverage across maritime routes with 100-kilometer level 5G-advanced (5G-A) integrated communication and sensing low-altitude, injecting new momentum into the nation's development of new quality productive forces.
(2024-05-22). Chinese influencers face online ban for parading wealth, materialism. ecns.cn Several super-rich Chinese influencers have been banned by major online platforms for flaunting "wealth and materialism."
(2024-05-22). Northeast China home to more rare tigers, leopards. ecns.cn Siberian tiger and Amur leopard populations in the wild have been steadily increasing at the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park, thanks to the establishment of the national park system and the implementation of national protection policies.
(2024-05-22). Nepalese Media Mogul Arrest Sparks Political Outcry. devdiscourse.com The chairman of one of Nepal's largest media groups was arrested after a complaint of a discrepancy in his citizenship card, police said on Wednesday, drawing criticism from political leaders in the Himalayan country.
(2024-05-22). Practising responsible citizenry. sanews.gov.za Practising responsible citizenry | Five months into 2024, and many a thing has happened, requiring us to sit down and catch our collective breath. | In the last five months, the country commemorated Human Rights and Freedom Months, experienced tragedy with the recent shooting of a five-year-old boy in a hijacking in Soshanguve as well as a deadly bus crash over the Easter holiday period. | Recently, the country was also on tenterhooks following the Victoria Street multi-storey George building collapse in the Western Cape, which claimed at least 33 lives. | Just as self-care Sundays are necessary to keep one's wi…
(2024-05-22). IOM Reports 80,000 Migrants Voluntarily Returned From Libya Since 2015. themedialine.org 
(2024-05-22). As trade war brews, EU scrambles to gauge what Chinese retaliation lies ahead. scmp.com Officials ponder what countermeasures await European resistance against 'market-distorting' Chinese subsidies on electric vehicles.
(2024-05-22). Most Singapore Airlines passengers reach destination after emergency landing. ecns.cn Singapore Airlines confirmed that 131 passengers and 12 crew members who were on board SQ321 arrived in Singapore via a relief flight early Wednesday morning.
(2024-05-22). Syracuse Stage celebrates the end of the 2023/2024 season with annual fundraiser 'Cast Party'. urbancny.com 
Virtual Silent Auction Open Now to Everyone | Syracuse, New York — Syracuse Stage announced today it will continue its 50th anniversary celebration with the Cast Party — a fresh take on its annual fundraiser — on June 1. Featuring cuisine from local restaurants, a red carpet for guests to walk and have their photo taken and appearances from local favorites TeNesha Murphy, Al Annotto and David Lowenstein, the Cast Party is a departure from the traditional "gala" and invites guests to "come as they are," whether that's in their favorite dress, or dressed up in their favorite jeans. The lively,…
(2024-05-22). Malaysian Hock Tan beat out Apple's Tim Cook, Tesla's Elon Musk, and Meta's Mark Zuckerberg to be top paid CEO in America. scmp.com Broadcom boss Hock Tan is the highest-earning CEO in the US, per a Wall Street Journal analysis. But the Malaysian-born Tan has to fulfil certain criteria to get his full US$162 million pay package.
(2024-05-22). Greens MP Max Chandler-Mather: Three policies to tackle the housing crisis. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Overcoming our Sisyphus fate. mronline.org 
As the great W. E. B. Dubois had long ago noted, "the government of the United States and the forces in control of government regard peace as dangerous."
(2024-05-22). 'Everest Man': Nepali Sherpa Kami Rita sets world record by climbing for 30th time. ptcnews.tv 'Everest Man': Setting world record, Nepali Sherpa climber and guide Kami Rita Sherpa achieved a new milestone by climbing Mount Everest for the 30th time. Known as the 'Everest Man,' Rita reached the peak, demonstrating remarkable endurance and expertise in high-altitude climbing. This achievement further solidifies his status as one of the most accomplished climbers in history. According to Department of Tourism officials overseeing expeditions in the high Himalayas of Nepal, including Mount Everest, Kami Rita reached the summit of the world's highest peak for the 30th time this morning.In an official statemen…
(2024-05-22). Karnataka UGCET 2024 (KCET 2024) result delayed. ummid.com Karnataka UGCET 2024 Result: The KCET result which was supposed to be declared today i.e. Monday May 20, 2024 has been delayed.
(2024-05-22). Shaken passengers from turbulence-hit flight arrive in Singapore. aljazeera.com One person died and dozens are in hospital in Bangkok after Singapore Airlines flight from London struck turbulence.
(2024-05-22). Iran launches experts' probe into Raisi helicopter crash. ecns.cn Iran has assigned a high-ranking delegation to investigate the May 19 helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi and his accompanying team of senior officials, including the nation's foreign minister.
(2024-05-22). U.S. forced labor allegations against Chinese companies strongly condemned. ecns.cn Beijing expressed strong condemnation and firm opposition on Tuesday to the so-called forced labor allegation against Chinese companies, vowing to take resolute measures to safeguard legitimate rights and interests of its enterprises.
(2024-05-22). Hajj 2024 Digital ID Through Absher – Steps to Create. ummid.com Hajj 2024: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Saudi Arabia has launched Digital Identity (ID) Platform 'Absher' for the pilgrims who are arriving in the Kingdom for the Hajj 2024.
(2024-05-22). Are return-to-office mandates helpful or harmful?, NPR host Ayesha Rascoe on 'HBCU Made'. whyy.org Mayor Parker is calling all city workers back to the office starting mid-July. She's also asking the city's largest employers to bring their workers back in person. We'll debate the merits of remote vs. office work.
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: Vet Charges $6,000 To Hand Over Gun And Say 'You Know What You Have To Do'. theonion.com 
TOLEDO, OH—Emphasizing that of all the options this was by far the cheapest, local vet James Easton charged a customer $6,000 Wednesday to hand over a gun and say, "You know what you have to do." "I'm sorry about your dog, but this will be the easiest, fastest, and most painless way to get the job done," said Easton…
(2024-05-22). Northern Michiganders are getting off propane — and on to natural gas. grist.org 
This coverage is made possible through a partnership with Grist and Interlochen Public Radio in Northern Michigan. | Like many buildings in this part of rural northern Michigan, the Tsuber Auto garage in the Village of Mesick is heated with propane, delivered by truck once or twice a month to the tank outside. | On a recent morning, owner Vyacheslav Tsuber was sitting behind the counter of a small, brightly lit lobby with his son — one of eight kids. As Tsuber walked to the cavernous shop in the back, the smell of drip coffee mixed with rubber and grease. | On average, he said, it costs anywhere from $3,…
(2024-05-22). Hajj 2024: Amid extreme weather forecast comes UV protected umbrella for pilgrims. ummid.com The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Saudi Arabia has designed a special umbrella which protects pilgrims from ultraviolet radiation.
(2024-05-22). Lok Sabha Polls 2024 | How many seats BJP will win? This is what US political scientist predicts. ptcnews.tv Lok Sabha Polls 2024 | US political scientist and founder of the Eurasia Group Ian Bremmer on Wednesday projected that the BJP and its allies would secure approximately 305 seats ± 10 seats in the Lok | Lok Sabha Polls 2024…
(2024-05-22). President Museveni Inspects Progress of Inspire Africa Coffee Factory Project. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Tuesday inspected the ongoing construction of the Inspire Africa Coffee factory project in Rwashamaire Town Council, Ntungamo District. Since 2023, the Ugandan government has invested in the coffee value chain through the Coffee Investment Consortium Uganda (CICU) to boost export revenue, create jobs, and raise farm gate prices. CICU brings …
(2024-05-22). Journalism, Propaganda and the Search for Truth with James Dorsey. fairobserver.com In this week's episode of The Dr. Rod Berger Show, we were privileged to have a thought-provoking discussion with renowned journalist and author, James M. Dorsey. Together, Rod and James delve into the critical role of journalism in society, the impact of technological advancements and the ever-evolving landscape of media and truth. James tells the…
(2024-05-22). Uganda Parliamentary Press Association Condemns Attack on Journalists. plusnews.ug 
The Uganda Parliamentary Press Association (UPPA) and opposition leaders have today (Wednesday) joined the Greater Masaka Journalists Association in condemning the violent attack on media colleagues. On Saturday, May 18, in Masaka-Lwengo district, journalists Zainab Namusaazi from NBS and Margaret Kayondo from Radio Simba, among others, allege to have been intentionally beaten by bodyguards of …
(2024-05-22). Police mounts roadblocks to stop Bobi Wine meeting in Kamuli. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police in Busoga North has blocked a consultative meeting by National Unity Platform-NUP President, Robert Kyagulanyi in Kamuli district. Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine was slated to hold a meeting on Wednesday at Kananage Primary School, in Northern Division, Kamuli municipality, however, police deployed heavily at the grounds. Police have …
(2024-05-22). Mobile Money and SACCOs are the key drivers of financial inclusion, says new survey. independent.co.ug 
However, the number of individuals storing cash at home for long-term savings has risen from 27% to 44%, signaling potential distrust in formal financial institutions Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Mobile money, Savings, and Credit Cooperatives Organizations (SACCOs) have emerged as the leading drivers of financial inclusion, according to latest Finscope survey. The survey, released …
(2024-05-22). Germany's Jenny Erpenbeck wins International Booker Prize for Kairos, the tale of a tangled love affair. scmp.com Kairos, translated by Michael Hofmann, depicts the relationship between a student and an older writer in the days leading up to the fall of the Berlin Wall.
(2024-05-22). Xi sends message to 14th China-U.S. Tourism Leadership Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday sent a message to the 14th China-U.S. Tourism Leadership Summit held in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province.
(2024-05-22). Ex-Deputy Attorney General Rukutana's missing nephew found dead. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A 27- Year old Felix Kamwesiga who has been missing for five days has been found dead. Kamwesiga is a nephew to the former Deputy Attorney General Mwesigwa Rukutana. According to the Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire, Kamwesiga's body was found at Mulago Mortuary having been taken there …
(2024-05-22). President to deliver eulogy for late retired ConCourt Justice Mokgoro. sanews.gov.za President to deliver eulogy for late retired ConCourt Justice Mokgoro | President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of late retired Constitutional Court Justice Yvonne Mokgoro. | Mokgoro will be buried in a Special Official Funeral Category 1 on Thursday following her passing at the age of 73 earlier this month. | The distinguished legal trailblazer was born in Galeshewe, Kimberley, in the Northern Cape. | She completed her Bachelor of Law Degree (B.luris), the Bachelor of Law (LLB) and Masters of Law (LLM) at the University of Bophuthatswana (now known as the North West University)…
(2024-05-22). Inflation slows in April. sanews.gov.za Inflation slows in April | The Consumer Price Index, or inflation, has slightly slowed to some 5.2% in April — down from 5.3% in March and 5.6% in February. | This according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). | The institution said general food inflation slowed over that period except for fresh produce and hot beverages. | "On average, vegetable prices increased by 7.4% in the 12 months to April, higher than the 6.0% increase recorded in March. Vegetable products that recorded relatively high price increases include potatoes, frozen potato chips, broccoli and beans. | "The annual rate for fruit rose fro…
(2024-05-22). Wild speculations after chopper carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi crashes. ummid.com Wild speculations about the whereabouts of Ebrahim Raisi are on after one of the helicopters in the convoy of the Iranian President crashed in Iran's East Azerbaijan province near Jolfa, around 375 miles northwest of Tehran Sunday.
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: Arlington National Cemetery Boosts Tourism By Adding Zipline. theonion.com 
(2024-05-22). AI to accelerate RISC-V adoption: Research. ummid.com The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is instrumental in the continued rise of RISC-V – an open standard Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) based on established Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC) principles.
(2024-05-22). Chad prime minister resigns after disputed vote winner confirmed. aljazeera.com Military government chief's victory in presidential polls prompts Succes Masra to resign from transitional post.
(2024-05-22). U.S. Accuses Russia of Launching Space Weapon in American Satellite's Orbit. themoscowtimes.com "Russia deployed this new counter-space weapon into the same orbit as a U.S. government satellite," the Pentagon said Tuesday.
(2024-05-22). Telstra's massive cost cutting: The underlying issues. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-05-22). High schools called to participate in youth water prize competition. sanews.gov.za High schools called to participate in youth water prize competition | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in Gauteng has called on local high schools to participate in the South African Youth Water Prize (SAYWP) competition. | The department made the call during a recent District Eskom Expo held at Johannesburg Sci-Bono Discovery Centre.
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(2024-05-22). Key anti-graft campaign bearing fruit. ecns.cn China is continuously improving the legal framework and strengthening international cooperation to advance the work of preventing the escape of corruption suspects, pursuing fugitives, recovering stolen assets and improving the cross-border corruption governance system.
(2024-05-22). Vietnam's security chief To Lam becomes new president. aljazeera.com Lam's appointment comes after a major anticorruption drive that analysts say he has weaponised for his benefit.
(2024-05-22). CA Intermediate, Foundation (September 2024) Exam Dates Confirmed. ummid.com The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially confirmed the examination dates for the CA Foundation and Intermediate exams to be held in the month of September 2024.
(2024-05-22). Assange case shows world what U.S.-style 'press freedom' means: Chinese FM. ecns.cn The case of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange shows the world what U.S.-style "freedom of the press" really is, said Wang Wenbin, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at a press briefing on Tuesday.
(2024-05-22). India vs Pakistan, shocks, records, stars: History of the ICC T20 World Cup. aljazeera.com
(2024-05-22). Modi's BJP wants the votes of India's 'Pasmanda' Muslims. Will they bite? aljazeera.com The party has tried to make inroads among the largest section of India's 200 million Muslims. Will the strategy work?>
(2024-05-22). UK General Elections: UK PM Rishi Sunak calls surprise general election on July 4. ptcnews.tv UK General Elections: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called for a surprise general election on July 4 in an official statement. Taking to his X handle, Rishi Sunak said, "These uncertain times call for a clear plan and bold action to chart a course to a secure future.""You must choose in this election who has that plan and who is prepared to take that bold action to secure a better future for our country and our children," he added.UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was required to hold an election by January 2025 and had long avoided specifying his plans. However, a drop in inflation rates announced earlier on We…
(2024-05-22). "Anytime, Anywhere, Anyhow, protect nation's maritime interests": Navy Chief tells officers. devdiscourse.com Stressing on the need to maintain constant combat readiness, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi asked his officers to follow the motto of 'Anytime, Anywhere, Anyhow' to protect the nation's maritime interests. The Navy Chief was giving his inaugural address to the officers at the naval headquarters yesterday.
(2024-05-22). Russia launches 'space weapon' in path of US satellite: Pentagon. aljazeera.com US believes Russia's recently launched satellite can inspect and attack other satellites in low Earth orbit.
(2024-05-22). Stricter scrutiny for capital markets. ecns.cn China has recently released a guideline to ensure the high-quality development of its capital markets, with particular emphasis on strict scrutiny of initial public offerings, strengthened trading regulation and the promotion of long-term capital investment.
(2024-05-22). Melissa Mogollón on "Oye" publicbooks.org "There is a fixation on our self worth that is really tied to our physical body. … I [wrote] the extreme, the product of what that does to your psyche."
(2024-05-22). Matthew Trickett, UK man accused of spying for Hong Kong, found dead in park. scmp.com Matthew Trickett, 37, died under 'unexplained' circumstances, and a police investigation is ongoing.
(2024-05-22). A brutal punishment: The sentencing of David McBride. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Assange given right to appeal extradition to US. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: God Testing Out Potential New Commandment On Mice. theonion.com 
THE HEAVENS—In an effort to determine the efficacy of a divine law that may one day join those in His current Decalogue, God, Our Lord and Heavenly Father, told reporters Wednesday that He was testing out a potential new commandment on mice. "The phase 1 trial of this latest 11th-commandment candidate will be carried…
(2024-05-22). Techno Feudalism – New Challenge Facing Educational Attainment. ummid.com As a result, the educational system increasingly caters to the needs of a techno-feudal economy, emphasising practical skills for economic survival while neglecting the development of critical thinking and social consciousness.
(2024-05-22). Nalubaale, Kira hydropower plants shut down over floating weeds. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda shut down two key hydropower plants in the eastern part of the country on Tuesday after a floating "island" of weeds moved toward the installations. Umeme Limited, the country's main electricity distributor, said in a statement that the floating weeds had appeared at the Nalubaale and Kira dams on …
(2024-05-22). Pak: PTI and JUI-F likely to explore alliance against government. devdiscourse.com In a potential shift in Pakistan's political landscape, talks have emerged of a potential collaboration between the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) against the government, as reported by ARY News. Former Speaker of the National Assembly, Asad Qaiser, recently convened a meeting with Maulana Fazlur Rehman, indicating efforts to bridge the gap between the two parties. The meeting, reportedly orchestrated under the guidance of PTI founder Imran Khan, was conducted discreetly.
(2024-05-22). Passengers describe turbulence chaos on Singapore Airlines flight. aljazeera.com
(2024-05-22). Russia launched space weapon in path of American spy satellite, US says. scmp.com The Cosmos 2576 'inspector' spacecraft is thought to be capable of attacking satellites in low Earth orbit.
(2024-05-22). Former governor of Guizhou prosecuted for bribery. ecns.cn Sun Zhigang, former Party secretary of Guizhou province and deputy head of the National People's Congress Financial and Economic Affairs Committee, has been prosecuted for taking suspected bribery, the country's top procuratorate said on Wednesday.
(2024-05-22). Billions of people cook over open fires. Are gas stoves the solution? grist.org 
Could changing the way you cook help fight global warming? If you've considered this question and you live in a rich country, you've probably been thinking about whether to ditch your gas stove for an electric or induction cooktop. But for nearly a third of the world's population, even that gas stove would be a big step up from the preindustrial cooking methods still in wide use across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Some 2.3 billion people regularly cook their meals over open fires or on makeshift stoves using fuels like wood, animal dung, charcoal, and coal — methods that generate deadly local air pol…
(2024-05-22). Microsoft unpacks Copilot+ computers. ummid.com Tech giant Microsoft Monday May 20, 2024 unpacked a new range of personal computers named 'Copilot+' in order to boost the sale of AI powered machines.
(2024-05-22). Will Muslim Population Overtake Hindus in India – An Analysis. ummid.com As per this study, Hindu population share in 1950 was 84%, but it came down to 78% in 2015. However, in the same period, the share of minorities, including Muslims, Christian, Buddhist, and Sikhs, went up.
(2024-05-22). Island states win historic climate case in world oceans court. aljazeera.com Countries must protect oceans by reducing fossil fuel emissions, world court rules as island states fight for survival.
(2024-05-22). Skipper Masaba optimistic Uganda will cause upsets in T20 World Cup. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda's cricket team captain Brian Masaba says his squad have the potential to cause some major upsets at the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup. 20 teams will compete in the World Cup, which will be held in the West Indies and the United States from June 1 to 29. Speaking …
(2024-05-22). Video: All I want for Mother's Day is a Free Palestine. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Man remanded to Luzira following attack on Nateete businessman. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A 27 year old man Ashraf Kiiza who was filmed in a CCTV video that went viral as he apparently attacked and injured a businessman who was counting money in Nateete has been remanded to Luzira Prison on charges of attempted murder and attempted aggravated robbery. Kiiza a Machine Operator …
(2024-05-22). 2024 Election 5th Phase: West Bengal, Ladakh, Odisha record highest voters turnout. ummid.com The 5th poll of the 2024 Parliamentary Elections in India Monday May 20, 2024 ended with an overall polling percentage of 60.09% till 11: 30 PM, the Election Commission of India said.
(2024-05-22). June 04, 2024 – India's "Schrodinger Moment" ummid.com Reverting to Schrodinger's cat experiment, think of a closed box with "democracy" as the hypothetical cat, and the "divisive communal agenda" as the poisonous substance, which can destroy democracy if the BJP gets two-third majority.
(2024-05-22). Norway to Recognise Independent Palestinian State Amid EU and Global Shifts. devdiscourse.com Norway's government will announce on Wednesday that the Nordic country recognises an independent Palestinian state, public broadcaster NRK and daily Aftenposten reported, citing unnamed sources.
(2024-05-22). Iran Caretaker FM Avows Commitment to Amirabdollahian's Policies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The caretaker foreign minister of Iran pledged his loyalty towards the pure principles of the Islamic Revolution advocated by late Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, whom he praised for backing the resistance axis and promoting relations with the Muslims and neighbors.
(2024-05-22). President Raisi's Funeral Begins in Tehran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Mourners have converged on the University of Tehran since early morning to attend the funeral of President Ebrahim Raisi and his entourage, who passed away in a helicopter crash on May 19.
(2024-05-22). China Coast Guard dispatch vessels over 300 times per day in 2023 for law enforcement. ecns.cn In 2023, the China Coast Guard (CCG) dispatched vessels more than 300 times per day on average, achieving significant results in law enforcement actions such as combating smuggling, illegal fishing, and theft of sea sand.
(2024-05-22). Maharashtra HSC Result 2024 Date: May 21, Time: 01:00 pm. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has official confirmed to declare the Maharashrea HSC 12th result 2024 tomorrow i.e. Thuesday May 21, 2024.
(2024-05-22). Xi extends congratulations to North Macedonia, Chad. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has vowed to work with Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, North Macedonia's first female president, to jointly promote the development of bilateral relations, as he extended congratulations on her assuming office.
(2024-05-22). House Republicans launch attack on D.C. voting rights laws. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Just two weeks after MAGA Republicans in the U.S. Congress urged Mayor Muriel Bowser and the District of Columbia Police to raid a student-led Palestine solidarity encampment, leading to 33 arrests with several pepper-sprayed, they're now attacking D.C. residents on the issue of voting rights. Chair of the Committee on House Administration, Rep. Bryan Steil, …
(2024-05-22). Archaeological findings of 2,200-year-ago tomb released. ecns.cn The archaeological excavation at the Wuwangdun tomb has yielded major findings, unearthing over 3,000 cultural relics. The tomb is the largest and highest-level tomb of the ancient Chu state, which existed more than 2,200 years ago during the Warring States Period (475 BC-221 BC).
(2024-05-22). House a Complete Loss Following E. Division Street Fire. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY— On Wednesday, May 22, at 12: 38 a.m., Syracuse Firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported structure fire at 634 East Division Street on the City's North Side. Firefighters from Station 2 on Lodi Street arrived on the scene moments later and found a two-story house that was fully involved with fire. Crews reported heavy fire showing from the first floor, second floor, and roof of the structure that was known to be vacant. A signal '99' was transmitted. Due to the advanced stage of the fire and concerns over the structural integrity of the building, crews immediat…
(2024-05-22). Sentiment upbeat on property market measures. ecns.cn Homebuyers in Shanghai and surrounding areas have given a positive reaction over the weekend to the supportive measures unveiled on Friday to stabilize the nation's property market, market insiders said.
(2024-05-22). U.S. says not able to help Iran in crisis. ecns.cn The United States on Monday said it had been unable, due largely to logistical reasons, to accept an Iranian request for assistance following a helicopter crash over the weekend that killed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, as Washington offered its condolences.
(2024-05-22). How Europe is arming murderous Middle East regimes. fidh.org
(2024-05-22). Maharashtra 12th HSC Result 2024 – Direct Link to Check. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is set to declare on its official website mahresult.nic.in the result of the Higher Secondary School (HSC) Class 12th board exams conducted in Feb/March 2024 today i.e. Tuesday May 21, 2024, it has been confirmed by the state board.
(2024-05-22). Singapore Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Bankok. ecns.cn At least one death and more than dozens of injuries were confirmed due to an emergency landing of a Singapore Airlines flight at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok Tuesday.
(2024-05-22). Uni of Western Sydney students defend their right to protest. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Iran's Supreme Leader leads funeral prayers for president. aljazeera.com Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has led funeral prayers for the country's president and foreign minister.
(2024-05-22). RBSE Rajasthan 12th 2024 Result Today – Direct Link to Check. ummid.com Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Ajmer is set to declare the result of Class 12 Art, Science and Commerce streams held in the year 2024 on its official website rajresults.nic.in and other associate websites at 12: 15 pm today i.e. Monday May 20, 2024.
(2024-05-22). First smart sensing 5G-A base station comes online in Xizang. ecns.cn Shannan City in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region has completed verification of its first smart sensing 5G-A base station, facilitating the eventual application of 5G-A, China Mobile announced on Tuesday.
(2024-05-22). CENSUS: Explaining the figures, the methods used. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the country awaits the outcome of the 9th National Population Census, many Ugandans have been left asking many questions, especially regarding the importance and accuracy of the exercise. The period set for the enumeration was extended from May 19 to May 25, to cater for areas where there were …
(2024-05-22). Georgia: Last chance to stop Russian-style crackdown on civil society. fidh.org International human rights organisations, civil society groups, and election observers are urging European and national leaders to promptly address the Georgian government's attempt to crackdown on civil society as the country approaches its General Elections in October.
Since April 15th Georgians have been rallying in protest against the proposed "Transparency of Foreign Influence" law, which bears striking resemblance to the Russian so called "Foreign Agent Law". This law threatens to (…) | – |
(2024-05-22). Dr. Brzezinski's Stunning Revelation about the Peace Process. fairobserver.com On December 30, 2008, MSNBC's popular program Morning Joe invited seasoned geopolitical thinker Zbigniew Brzezinski for an interview. This made sense. After eight years of "war president" George W Bush, the world wondered how a new Democratic administration led by the "peace candidate" Barack Obama might handle some of the literally burning global issues. As…
(2024-05-22). Gov't targets USD 5 billion in coffee production chain. independent.co.ug 
Ntungamo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has said that the Government is targeting to increase Uganda's coffee revenue from 1 Billion US dollars to 5 Billion Dollars from the coffee value chain. The President was speaking on Tuesday in Karuhungu Rwashamaire Town Council, Ntungamo District after inspecting the Inspire Africa Coffee processing …
(2024-05-22). Why is Biden ratcheting up the trade war with China? aljazeera.com US slaps tariffs on Chinese goods, and Beijing launches an anti-dumping inquiry in response.
(2024-05-22). Rutgers Newark Encampment Under Immediate Threat- They Want it Cleared Before Thursday Congressional Hearing? All Out Wednesday May 22, 123 Washington Street Newark. fightbackbetter.com We call on our community 2 stand in solidarity with our Actions and 2 Aligned with the Continuing of our…
(2024-05-22). 8 students detained for alleged bullying in Guangxi. ecns.cn Eight students have been detained on suspicion of bullying their classmate, including beating, in Long'an county of Nanning City, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, according to a statement from the local education authority on Wednesday.
(2024-05-22). The Heat: Pakistan's Priorities. america.cgtn.com 
As a new government in Pakistan settles in, we examine Islamabad's relations with the U.S. and China, the impact of CPEC, the China Pakistan Economic Corridor, as well as its economic challenges. | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-05-22). Allegations of panda mistreatment false. ecns.cn Giant pandas Mei Xiang and Tian Tian and their young cub Xiao Qiji are settling in well at their new home in Sichuan province after returning from the United States.
(2024-05-22). As Malaysia faces CEDAW review, women refugees continue to struggle. aljazeera.com Continued lack of a legal framework for refugees leaves undocumented women at risk of arrest when they seek medical help…
(2024-05-22). Unrest in New Caledonia: 'The Kanak people's destiny should not be decided in Europe'. globalvoices.org 
(2024-05-22). Ecuador: Unchecked Abuses Since 'Armed Conflict' Announcement. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Soldiers briefly detain a youth to walk him to an area to check if he has gang-related tattoos as they patrol the south side of Quito, Ecuador, Friday January 12, 2024. | © 2024 AP Photo/Dolores Ochoa…
(2024-05-22). Canadian serial killer Robert Pickton in life-threatening condition after prison attack. scmp.com The remains or DNA of 33 women were found at Pickton's pig farm near Vancouver after a years-long investigation into numerous disappearances.
(2024-05-22). Pierre Vesperini: What to Do With the Past? newleftreview.org Above the fray of mediatized controversy, a classicist situates the heritage of the 'West' in the long view. A culture forged by the interplay of ecclesiastical, capitalist and emancipatory forces; the catastrophes of European world conquest and their weight on the present. Does Benjamin offer a way through the impasse?
(2024-05-22). NDRC says nation will consolidate recovery trend. ecns.cn China is set to take further actions, including speeding up the issuance of local government special bonds and expediting the promotion of large-scale equipment renewal and trade-in deals for consumer goods, as it seeks to consolidate the recovery trend.
(2024-05-22). Open Letter To The Chief of Indian Army Regarding Keeping Army In Readiness To Aid Civil Administration If Need Arises During 2024 General Elections. pilwatchgroup.blogspot.com Respected Sir,
I am a senior citizen of 73+ | years of age and do not hold membership of any political party. My family | belongs to the Sikh faith.
In the last few weeks certain | statements have been made by the highest in the country which allude to the | largest religious minority community as intruders. Through hate speeches made | during the election campaign an environment is being created which could result | in civil disturbance and clashes. In a charged-up situation at many places this | could lead to widespread violence.
Complaints pertaining to…
(2024-05-22). Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge receives over 10 mln passenger trips. ecns.cn The number of inbound and outbound passenger trips passing through the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge at Zhuhai Port exceeded 10 million as of May 21, an increase of 127.7 percent year-on-year.
(2024-05-22). Tamils call for permanent settlement, express solidarity with Palestine. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Delisting reform to rein in company behavior. ecns.cn China is intensifying its efforts to enhance delisting standards, diversify exit channels and strengthen regulatory oversight, as part of the country's ongoing reforms to improve the efficiency and vitality of its A-share market.
(2024-05-22). Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi, FM Hossein Amir-Abdollahian declared dead in chopper crash. ummid.com Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian have died in a helicopter crash in the northwestern province of East Azarbaijan, it has been officially confirmed a litte while ago Monday May 20, 2024.
(2024-05-22). Homes handed over to workers of Phase 1 of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. sanews.gov.za Homes handed over to workers of Phase 1 of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project | Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, in partnership with the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA), has donated 40 houses to families living in the Kgubetswana Township in Clarens, Free State. | The residential houses were built by TCTA as accommodation for out-of-town staff members working on the construction of the Ash River Outfall during the implementation of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase 1 (LHWP-1). | The organisation started leasing out the houses to the residents of Kgubetswana with the intention of sellin…
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: Disheveled Ben Affleck Sneaks In At Dawn Reeking Of Coffee After Spending All Night At 24-Hour Dunkin'. theonion.com 
BEVERLY HILLS, CA—Slowly pushing down the bedroom door handle in an attempt to enter without waking his wife, Jennifer Lopez, a disheveled-looking Ben Affleck reportedly sneaked in at dawn Wednesday reeking of coffee after he spent all night at a 24-hour Dunkin' location. "And just where the hell have you been—oh, let…
(2024-05-22). Saudi Arabia: Call for lifting the arbitrary travel ban imposed on women's rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul and her family. fidh.org
(2024-05-22). MHT CET 2024 Answer Key – Direct Link to Download. ummid.com Students who had appeared for MHT CET 2024 can check from today i.e. Tuesday May 21, 2024 Answer Key, Question Paper and candidate response (OMR sheet) on the official website cetcell.mahacet.org, the Maharashtra CET Cell said in a notification.
(2024-05-22). Oliver Eagleton: Stakeholder Capitalism, Again. newleftreview.org Oliver Eagleton on Will Hutton, This Time No Mistakes. Lessons for the incoming Labour government on humanizing British capitalism, from a proselytizer of Blair's Third Way.
(2024-05-22). Thailand: Death in detention of pro-democracy activist Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom. fidh.org On May 14, 2024, Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom, 28, a member of the pro-democracy group Thalu Wang, died while in pre-trial detention on charges of violating Article 112 of Thailand's Criminal Code (lèse-majesté). The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), the Cross Cultural Foundation (CrCF) and Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) are deeply saddened by her senseless death, which underscores the deep flaws in Thailand's judicial and penitentiary systems. (…) | – |
(2024-05-22). Policy efforts can stabilize realty. ecns.cn China still has policy room to further stabilize the property market by boosting demand and optimizing supply without excessive stimulus, thereby further reining in the industry's downturn, experts said.
(2024-05-22). Lola Seaton: Good Mistakes. newleftreview.org Lola Seaton on Anne Carson, Wrong Norma. Multi-form collection from one of the most erudite and ludic contemporary poets.
(2024-05-22). Shanghai directs attention to tech and green innovation. ecns.cn The financial sector in Shanghai will direct more attention to technology innovation and green transitioning, which is part of the city's efforts to advance high-quality economic development, Tao Changsheng, deputy director of Shanghai Municipal Financial Regulatory Bureau said during a press conference on Wednesday.
(2024-05-22). Memorial Designates Bashkir Activist Alsynov 'Political Prisoner'. themoscowtimes.com Memorial described the case against Fail Alsynov as "blatant political prosecution," adding that he enjoys "the strong backing from the public."
(2024-05-22). Electricity landscape set to witness paradigm shift. ecns.cn Industrial and commercial energy storage will usher in a breakthrough period with a deepening of electricity market reform, which is expected to further widen the peak-valley price difference nationwide, said industry experts.
(2024-05-22). Two Arrested in Jinja City Over Machete Attacks. plusnews.ug 
Police in Kiira region have arrested two brothers, for allegedly masterminding machete attacks in the different parts of the country. The suspects Isa Kalulu and Khalid Kalulu, all residents of Kabi zone, in Buwenge town council, in Jinja district were arrested on Tuesday and are currently detained at Buwenge Police Station. Detectives mounted a search in their …
(2024-05-22). Violation of the principle of separation of religion and state is not the only problem. unitedworldint.com By Kohei Mizugaki, civic activist The recent visit to Yasukuni Shrine for worship by dozens of officers of the Ground Self-Defense Force, including the deputy chief of staff, has been criticized as being systematic and unconstitutional, violating the principle of separation of religion and state. The excuse that it was a private act cannot be …
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: Doomsday Bunker For One. theonion.com 
Your wife said you were crazy, but who's laughing now that you're the only one in the family left and can live the rest of your life underground eating cans of expired beans?
(2024-05-22). Clean energy and weapons: Australia's next resources mining boom. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-05-22). Assessing America's vulnerability to a Chinese graphite embargo. wattsupwiththat.com The potential damage from a Chinese monopoly graphite embargo is quite large. Vulnerability assessment is clearly called for.
(2024-05-22). A generational challenge: Taming Amazon, renewing labour. mronline.org 
As the Occupy protests of 2011 exhausted themselves, a dramatic turn from protests to politics surfaced.
(2024-05-22). Gaza War Confirms Risks of Robotics, AI Weapons. ummid.com Recent tragic experiences in Gaza have confirmed the fears of those scientists who have been warning about the use of AI and robotics in weapon systems and warfare.
(2024-05-22). International Day for Biodiversity calls for collective action to protect biological resources. sanews.gov.za International Day for Biodiversity calls for collective action to protect biological resources | As the world celebrates International Day for Biodiversity (IDB), Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment Barbara Creecy, has called on all South Africans to participate in restoring and protecting South Africa's biological resources. | The United Nations (UN) has proclaimed May 22 as International Day for Biodiversity to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. | This year's theme, 'Be Part of the Plan', focuses on everyone's commitment to preserve biodiversity and stop and reverse bi…
(2024-05-22). From Don Guanella to Delco Woods — to mental health facility? The dispute over Delaware County's largest park. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? When Delaware County Council used eminent domain "They were heroes," said Ken Hemphill, co-founder of Save…
(2024-05-22). Mourners gather in Tehran for Iran President Raisi's funeral procession. aljazeera.com Ayatollah Ali Khamenei led prayers for president, foreign minister and others killed in helicopter crash.
(2024-05-22). Turkey: Galatasaray Square must be open to Saturday Mothers/People. fidh.org International human rights organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, stand in solidarity with the Saturday Mothers/People. Since May 1995, they have been protesting for truth and justice for their forcibly disappeared loved ones. As they approach their 1,000th weekly vigil on May 25, 2024, the Saturday Mothers/People are Türkiye's longest-standing peaceful protest. Despite facing severe repression, the group (…) | – |
(2024-05-22). The Bridgetown Initiative on Climate Change. america.cgtn.com 
Barbados is at the forefront of addressing climate change through the Bridgetown Initiative. This innovative approach aims to tackle the profound impacts of global warming, particularly rising sea levels that threaten the island nation. Mike Kirsch takes us through Barbados' strategic measures, including: | Sustainable Energy Projects: Investments in solar and wind energy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. | Climate Resilience Programs: Infrastructure developments designed to withstand extreme weather events. | Environmental Legislation: Policies promoting conservation and sustainable practices across various se…
(2024-05-22). Treated as collection of unwanted beings, stories of Kashmiri children. ummid.com Kashmiri children grow up watching the occupation denying 'personhood' to their families. They are treated as a collection of unwanted beings.
(2024-05-22). Ayatollah Khamenei Conducts Prayer Service in President Raisi's Funeral. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei performed the ritual Salat al-Mayyit (prayer for the deceased) at the funeral of late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday morning.
(2024-05-22). Over 80 African military officers begin China visit. ecns.cn More than 80 young and middle-aged military officers from over 40 African countries have arrived in Beijing this week to begin a 10-day visit to China.
(2024-05-22). Vice President Harris warns of threat of fascism under Trump. peoplesworld.org 
PHILADELPHIA—In some of her sharpest words ever on the campaign trail, Vice President Kamala Harris warned the Service Employees—and, by extension, the country—of the fascist impact of a White House takeover by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. Harris ended her 20-minute address on May 21 with that warning to the 3,500 union delegates meeting at …
(2024-05-22). Empowering the Disabled: Stories of Hope from Colombia. america.cgtn.com 
In Colombia, disabled children face numerous challenges in their quest for education and personal development. Michelle Begue highlights the inspiring stories of resilience and achievement as these children strive for a better future. | Inclusive Education: Efforts to integrate disabled children into mainstream schools and provide specialized support. | Community Programs: Initiatives that empower disabled individuals through skill-building and social inclusion. | Success Stories: Personal accounts of disabled children overcoming obstacles and achieving their dreams. | These narratives not only shed light on the…
(2024-05-22). Khunjerab Port sees bustling tourism between China, Pakistan. ecns.cn Since the reopening of Khunjerab, the only land port between China and Pakistan, on April 1, the volume of inbound and outbound travelers has been steadily increasing, according to the port.
(2024-05-22). Former U.S. Congress member's assets frozen in China. ecns.cn Mike Gallagher has seriously undermined China's interests and disrupted China's ties with the United States, Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said, commenting on China's sanctions against the former member of the U.S. Congress.
(2024-05-22). Suella Braverman's anti-protest measures were unlawful, High Court rules. leftfootforward.org Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman's anti-protest measures were unlawful, the High Court has ruled and has called for the measures to be quashed. | Following a landmark legal challenge from human rights organisation Liberty, the High Court ruled that the Government had acted unlawfully in creating legislation which gave the police 'almost unlimited' powers to restrict protests, which had no legal basis. | In what is a victory for pro-democracy campaigners who have been resisting the government's assault on the right to protest, the Court found that the then Home Secretary Suella Braverman passed anti-prote…
(2024-05-22). The inexorable rise of the Belgian Workers' Party. mronline.org 
European Parliament elections in Belgium are once again taking place in the shadow of national parliamentary and regional elections. One could, therefore, expect similar results in both sets of polls.
(2024-05-22). Ian Angus's "The War Against the Commons": A vital new history of the bloody rise of capitalism. mronline.org 
Primitive accumulation is the historical process through which capitalists stole their wealth or took it by force. Canadian ecosocialist Ian Angus has contributed an excellent new book on this history, covering the violent transition from feudalism to capitalism in depth while demonstrating its continuing relevance to the modern world..
(2024-05-22). SATIRE: Microsoft's AI Chatbot Will Remember Everything Users Do On Their Computers. theonion.com 
Microsoft revealed an updated version of their AI assistant Copilot, which will use generative technology to remember everything users do on their PCs and suggest things you might like to do next. What do you think?
(2024-05-22). Perry Anderson: Pathbreakers High and Low. newleftreview.org A decade ago, Christopher Clark upended conventional accounts of the origins of the First World War; he has now rewritten the history of the European revolutions of 1848—1849, and proposed a new way of considering their outcomes. Analytically, what differentiates and what connects these two outstanding achievements?
(2024-05-22). Labor 2024 budget shows no heart, no guts and no vision. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). NASA astronaut aboard ISS to interact with students in live call. ummid.com NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will interact with students of a volunteer service organization in a live call from space Tuesday May 21, 2024, the American space agency said.
(2024-05-22). 76 years since the Nakba, but the Gaza tragedy is unparalleled. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). 76 years since the Nakba, protesters say 'Free, free Palestine'. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). Historic Drought at the Panama Canal Threatens Global Shipping. america.cgtn.com 
The Panama Canal, a crucial artery for global trade, is experiencing one of its worst droughts in history. Toby Muse reports on how the severe reduction in water levels impacts cargo ship crossings, causing significant delays and economic repercussions. Key points include: | Economic Impact: The decline in cargo ship crossings affects global supply chains and trade economies. | Government Response: Measures being taken to manage water resources and maintain canal operations. | Climate Uncertainty: Questions about the future as climate models predict continued dry conditions. | The hope rests on the upcoming rainy…
(2024-05-22). Sahra Wagenknecht: Condition of Germany. newleftreview.org Interview with a prominent leader of the German left on the state of her country, currently the epicentre of converging crises—geopolitical, economic, environmental. With politics swerving right under an SPD-led government, flux and refoundation on the left.
(2024-05-22). Two Brothers Drown in Lake Victoria. plusnews.ug 
The Kiira regional marine police and residents on Tuesday retrieved the bodies of two brothers, who drowned in Lake Victoria. The deceased are 18-year-old Julius Muwanguzi and Edrine Muwanguzi aged 17 years. They had reportedly gone swimming on Monday along the Lake Victoria shoreline, in Masese, in Southern Division, Jinja City, when they were overpowered …
(2024-05-22). Hamas Chief Attends Funeral of President Raisi in Tehran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, delivered a speech at the funeral service for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his entourage, held in Tehran on Wednesday morning.
(2024-05-22). 'Higher prices here to stay': Reactions to latest UK inflation figures. leftfootforward.org UK inflation fell from 3.2% to 2.3% in April, its lowest level in three years — having hit its highest rate for 40 years of 11.1% in October 2022. Nonetheless Tory MPs are taking the opportunity to bask in the news as Rishi Sunak said "today marks a major moment for the economy, with inflation back to normal". | However, for the millions affected by a continued cost-of-living crisis, it is not the time for Tory Ministers "to be popping champagne corks", shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves said, as many have been are quick to highlight the bigger picture on the state of the UK economy. | Shadow Chief Secretary…
(2024-05-22). 'France lost the plot' — journalist David Robie on Kanaky New Caledonia riots. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific journalist Liberation "must come" for Kanaky New Caledonia, says one of the few New Zealand journalists who have worked consistently on stories across the French Pacific territories. Journalist David Robie was arrested at gunpoint by French police in January 1987, and is no stranger to civil unrest in New Caledonia.
(2024-05-22). TS EAMCET 2024 Result Out; Pranitha, Jyotir Aditya Among Toppers. ummid.com A Pranitha and Jyotir Aditya have stood first in the Engineering and Agriculture streams of Telangana Engineering Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET 2024) held this year.
(2024-05-22). Maharashtra HSC Result 2024 Declared; Pass Percentage Top 93.37%. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has declared the result of the Higher Secondary School (HSC) Class 12th 2024 board exams held in the month of February/March today i.e. Tuesday May 21, 2024.
(2024-05-22). Relief for Indian students as UK PM Rishi Sunak to abandon plans to cut Graduate Route visas. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has decided to abandon plans to significantly reduce Graduate Route visas, a decision that has been met with relief, particularly among Indian students, after encountering substantial opposition from his Cabinet. The Graduate Route visa scheme is highly favoured by international students, allowing them to work in the UK for up to two years post-graduation. Initially, Rishi Sunak was considering modifications to limit these visas to only the "best and the brightest" in an effort to reduce migration numbers. | However, UK Prime Minister Sunak's Cabinet colleagues, includ…
(2024-05-22). Stakes have never been higher for US-China cooperation to get into gear. scmp.com Recent high-level talks between China and the US on climate change and ongoing wars highlight the potential for successful collaboration. The current moment calls for even more bilateral coordination on the environment, peacekeeping, AI governance and reforming multilateral institutions.
(2024-05-22). Drowning in Sewage and Dumping Money into a Climate Rathole. wattsupwiththat.com We need to move beyond attention-grabbing headlines about distant imaginary threats and focus on actual ones.
(2024-05-22). Where is Ahmad Farhad? The mysterious case of Pakistan's missing poet. aljazeera.com Farhad has been missing for a week. His family blames Pakistan's spy agency but the government denies holding him.
(2024-05-22). Scorching Heatwave Decimates Mexico's Iconic Howler Monkeys. devdiscourse.com It's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees.
(2024-05-22). Netanyahu Orders Return of Seized AP Equipment Following US Pressure. themedialine.org 
(2024-05-22). China considering car tariffs to retaliate against US and EU moves, trade group says. scmp.com Washington has announced tariff hikes on a wide range of Chinese goods, while Brussels has taken actions to tackle Chinese subsidies to various industries.
(2024-05-22). Philly could get a consumer protection office inside City Hall. whyy.org
(2024-05-22). Chelsea's Decision to Dismiss Pochettino Raises Eyebrows and Doubts. devdiscourse.com Chelsea's decision to part ways with manager Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday surprised many former players who believe it could torpedo the club's endeavour to return to the top of the Premier League. Pochettino joined Chelsea ahead of the 2023-24 campaign after the club finished 12th in the previous season.
(2024-05-22). 3 Indian-American students killed, two injured in Georgia car crash. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Their fast automobile in Alpharetta, Georgia, transformed into a turtle, killing three Indian-American students and injuring two more. Two of the people killed were women, and they were all eighteen years old. According to Alpharetta Police, speeding may have been the main cause of the fatal vehicle accident.The five Indian-American teenagers attended the University of Georgia as well as Alpharetta High School.The three students that passed away were Anvi Sharma, a first-year University of Georgia student, Sriya Avasarala, and senior Aryan Joshi of Alpharetta High School.Mohammed Liyakath, a senio…
(2024-05-22). AFCON: Gov't to construct training facility at Kyambogo University. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kyambogo University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the government to transform one of its football pitches into a modern training facility for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027. The facility, located near the university's main building, will be one of ten training venues developed for …
(2024-05-22). DWP under investigation by equalities regulator over treatment of disabled people. leftfootforward.org An investigation has been launched into whether the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) broke equality law over its treatment of disabled benefits claimants. | The Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is investigating a suspicion that the department failed to make reasonable adjustments for people with learning disabilities or long-term mental health conditions when carrying out benefit health assessments. | A further probe will be carried out into whether the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions' was compliant with equality commitments when developing, implementing and monitoring policy guida…
(2024-05-22). Direct flights to China return to Edinburgh Airport. ecns.cn Hainan Airlines resumed its direct service between Beijing and Edinburgh, Scotland, on Friday, marking the return of the seasonal route for this year.
(2024-05-22). URA to Recover UGX 500M From Illegally Driven Vehicles. plusnews.ug 
125 vehicles are being held by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) in the latest operation targeting the illegal use of foreign registration numbers as well as the red and white plates. The agency says at least 500 million shillings in taxes and penalties will be recovered from these vehicles. The two-long exercise featuring the army …
(2024-05-22). Rally calls for SA anti-protest laws to be repealed. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-05-22). RSF calls on French authorities to guarantee journalist safety in Kanaky New Caledonia. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch The Paris-based global media freedom watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has called for guaranteed safety for journalists in the French Pacific territory of Kanaky New Caledonia after an increase in intimidation, threats, obstruction and attacks against them. After a week of violence that broke out in the capital of Nouméa following a…
(2024-05-22). The Fight for LGBTQI+ Rights in the Maghreb and the Middle East. fidh.org
(2024-05-22). Load shedding & water woes: Can South Africa fix its ailing infrastructure? aljazeera.com As a crucial election approaches, ANC government looks set to tap in to business in an effort to revamp infrastructure.
(2024-05-22). Argentina's Milei keeps insults flying as Spain withdraws its ambassador. scmp.com Spain withdrew its ambassador to Buenos Aires in an escalation of its response to Argentine President Javier Milei's derogatory comments about the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
(2024-05-22). Closing Statements at the 28 September Killings Trial in Conakry. fidh.org
(2024-05-22). LBC caller slams 'stupidity' of Tories 'skills bootcamp' plan. leftfootforward.org An LBC caller has slammed the Tories new plan to offer 'skills bootcamps' to benefit claimants in a desperate bid to tackle "recruitment challenges", caused by government's own curbs on migration. | This Tuesday, Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride announced a ministerial taskforce to tackle recruitment in hard-to-fill sectors such as social care, by offering job training bootcamps to the unemployed which he added would help in "cutting the benefits bill". | The UK's largest union UNISON slammed the scheme as a "desperate attempt to distract voters from government care failings". UNISON head of social care…
(2024-05-22). Juvenile Behind Pune Porsche Crash Granted Bail With Strict Conditions. devdiscourse.com A 17-year-old boy, who allegedly crashed his high-end car into a motorbike killing two persons in Pune, was granted bail on a surety of Rs 7,500 and an assurance from his grandfather to keep him away from bad company, as per the order.
(2024-05-22). ONU pide respeto tras críticas del presidente Biden a la CPI. telesurtv.net El presidente de EE.UU., Joe Biden, consideró indignante la medida y negó que Israel estuviera cometiendo un genocidio.
(2024-05-22). Periodista Wael Al Dahdouh denuncia la situación de periodistas en Gaza. telesurtv.net El jefe de la cadena Al Jazeera en Gaza denunció que en seis meses más de 137 periodistas han sido abatidos por las fuerzas militares de Israel en la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-05-22). España, Noruega e Irlanda reconocen a Palestina como Estado. telesurtv.net El ministro de Exteriores israeló, Israel Katz, advirtió a la trieja de países que reconocen a Palestina como estado de las "consecuencias graves" que sufrirán ante la diplomacia sionista.
(2024-05-22). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En varios países continúan realizándose actividades para expresar apoyo al pueblo palestino y condenar el genocidio que comete Israel.
(2024-05-22). ONU detiene distribución de alimentos en Rafah. telesurtv.net La organización afirmó que ningún cargamento de ayuda entró por el muelle que estableció Estados Unidos para entregas por mar en los últimos dos días.
(2024-05-22). Trump decidió no declarar en el cierre del juicio por sobornos a una exactriz porno. cubadebate.cu El expresidente estadounidense Donald Trump decidió no testificar en su juicio por falsificación de registros contables en Nueva York, que este martes concluyó su etapa de testimonios y se acerca a un veredicto. Fueron cinco semanas en las que desfilaron 19 testimonios, cientos de documentos y hasta declaraciones de contenido sexual explícito, en el primer juicio penal contra un exmandatario de EE.UU.
(2024-05-22). Mayabeque aplasta a Pinar del Río con contundente 10-0. cubadebate.cu Mayabeque aplastó a Pinar del Río con un contundente 10-0. Jeison Martínez y Denis Laza conectaron jonrones para liderar la ofensiva de Mayabeque, mientras que José I Bermúdez se llevó la victoria en el montículo. Granma y Ciego de àÅvila tuvieron que suspender su encuentro con un empate a cero debido a las inclemencias del tiempo.
(2024-05-22). En Sri Lanka exigen a Estados Unidos eliminar medidas inhumanas contra Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (RHC) El Frente Democrático de Izquierda de Sri Lanka exhortó hoy al actual gobierno de Estados Unidos a eliminar las medidas inhumanas que mantiene contra Cuba, de probado rechazo internacional.
(2024-05-22). Diplomática cubana califica de genocidas efectos de política de EEUU contra la isla caribeña. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 mayo (RHC) La subdirectora general de la Dirección de Estados Unidos de la Cancillería de Cuba, Johana Tablada, calificó hoy de genocida la inclusión de Cuba en la unilateral lista de países que supuestamente patrocinan el terrorismo.
(2024-05-22). Las Tunas, sede de la XIII edición de Fiesta de Raíces y Tradiciones. radiohc.cu Las Tunas, 21 mayo (RHC) Del 23 al 25 de mayo acontecerá, en esta ciudad, la XIII edición de la Fiesta de Raíces y Tradiciones, principal evento que desarrolla la filial en Las Tunas de la Fundación Nicolás Guillén (FNG) y cuya columna vertebral resulta el Coloquio Internacional Presencia de Guillén.
(2024-05-22). Huracanes de Mayabeque "azota" a Vegueros de Pinar en béisbol cubano. radiohc.cu Guantánamo, Cuba, 22 may (JIT).- Los Huracanes de Mayabeque iniciaron el martes con victoria de 10×0 en apenas cinco entradas ante el líder Vegueros de Pinar del Río, en la 63 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, que levantó las cortinas de sus duodécimas subseries particulares.
(2024-05-22). Llama olímpica de París-2024 desfila por la alfombra roja de Cannes. radiohc.cu París, 22 may (PL) La alfombra roja del Festival de Cannes recibió la llama que simboliza los Juegos Olímpicos de París-2024 para enlazar el magno evento del cine con la fiesta del deporte mundial.
(2024-05-22). En la voz de José Alberto El Canario, un homenaje a la música de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (RHC) A la música cubana y al bolero, Patrimonio Inmaterial de la Humanidad, rinde homenaje hoy el cantautor dominicano José Alberto El Canario con su álbum Rodando por el mundo, que invita a la exquisitez armónica de valiosos intérpretes.
(2024-05-22). Cuba asiste a conferencia internacional de petróleo y gas de Rusia. radiohc.cu Moscú, 22 mayo (RHC) Una delegación de la Unión Cuba Petróleo (CUPET) de la nación caribeña participa en la 32 Conferencia Internacional de Petróleo y Gas que se desarrolla en la ciudad rusa de Ufa desde el 21 al 24 de mayo, en el complejo expositivo ´EXPO ª de la capital de la República de Barkoshtstán.
(2024-05-22). Conmemoran 55 aniversario de Embajada de Cuba en selva de Vietnam. radiohc.cu Hanoi, 22 mayo (RHC) El 55 aniversario de la apertura de la Embajada de Cuba en la selva del sur de Vietnam fue conmemorado en la provincia de Tay Ninh, cuyas autoridades realzaron la trascendencia que hasta hoy conserva el histórico hecho.
(2024-05-22). Cuba debuta con sonado triunfo ante Brasil en VNL y sigue soñando con París. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (RHC).- La selección masculina cubana de voleibol mostró su mejor cara en el comienzo de la Liga de Naciones de Voleibol (VNL) al superar 3-1 al multilaureado Brasil ante una delirante afición que repletó el Maracanazinho de Rio de Janeiro.
(2024-05-22). Mueren seis agricultores mexicanos en accidente en Idaho, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Según informó la Cancillería en un comunicado, el fatal suceso tuvo lugar cuando un vehículo impactó una camioneta en la que viajaban los trabajadores hacia su lugar de trabajo…
(2024-05-22). Ascienden a 161 fallecidos por clima severo en sur de Brasil. telesurtv.net La cifra de desaparecidos descendió de 88 a 85 respecto al parte anterior, mientras que los heridos suman 806.
(2024-05-22). AN aprueba investigación sobre asesinato de Orlando Figuera. telesurtv.net El diputado Diosdado Cabello hizo énfasis en que a los autores de los hechos del 2017 debe "caerle en peso de la ley".
(2024-05-22). Llegada de turistas crece un 220 % en Venezuela. telesurtv.net El ministro de Turismo de Venezuela destacó que el crecimiento es el resultado de una mayor la conectividad aérea y terrestre con varias naciones.
(2024-05-22). Abinader insta a gran pacto nacional en República Dominicana. telesurtv.net Aunque obtuvo significativa mayoría en el Legislativo, el mandatario subrayó que su partido dialogará con todos.
(2024-05-22). Organización de Cooperación de Shanghái sostiene reunión en Kazajistán. telesurtv.net Los altos funcionarios que participaron en el encuentro constataron su apoyo al principio de una sola China.
(2024-05-22). Denuncian asesinato del concejal de Toledo en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Con León Eugenio García Jiménez, asciende a 69 la cifra de líderes colombianos asesinados en lo que va de 2024.
(2024-05-22). Hamás afirma que Irán continuará apoyando la lucha palestina. telesurtv.net Jefe del Buró Político de Hamás, Ismael Haniyah, ofrece condolencias a nombre del pueblo palestino tras martirio de Ebrahim Raisi.
(2024-05-22). Candidata a presidencia municipal sufre atentado en Edomex, México. telesurtv.net Sinaí Lugo Vargas fue atacada cuando viajaba en su camioneta por el camino a Mayorazgo, por un par de sujetos que se le emparejaron en motocicleta y le dispararon en varias ocasiones.
(2024-05-22). Gremio magisterial peruano ratifica paro para mañana jueves. telesurtv.net El gremio magisterial reclama que se cumpla que el 6 por ciento del PBI para la educación como lo señala la Constitución.
(2024-05-22). Independentistas de Nueva Caledonia exigen solución negociada. telesurtv.net "Esta crisis solo puede tener una respuesta política" a través de un acuerdo que ponga en marcha "una última etapa de programación del acceso a la independencia", indicó el FNLKS.
(2024-05-22). Aumentan a 12 las provincias dominicanas en alerta verde por vaguada. telesurtv.net La alerta se declara debido a que una vaguada en varios niveles de la troposfera.
(2024-05-22). Gobierno de Perú anuncia demanda contra poder Judicial. telesurtv.net La víspera, el abogado Eduardo Barriga, representante legal de la presidenta designada, sostuvo en una audiencia judicial que la Fiscalía ha vulnerado los derechos a la defensa y el debido proceso de la gobernante.
(2024-05-22). Feminicida de exdiputada salvadoreña es llevado a prisión. telesurtv.net Tras las investigaciones realizadas por la Fiscalía General de la República (FGR) de El Salvador, se determinó que la muerte de Yanci Urbina no fue un accidente doméstico como se había especulado en un principio, sino un feminicidio.
(2024-05-22). Pronostican en Brasil nuevas inundaciones en el sur del país. telesurtv.net Las fuertes lluvias que se pronostican y la luna llena, puede complicar la desembocadura de los ríos en el mar.
(2024-05-22). Bolivia envía ayuda humanitaria tras inundaciones en Brasil. telesurtv.net La Federación de Industrias del Estado de Río Grande do Sul dio a conocer que las inundaciones en el sur de Brasil afectaron al 94,3% de toda la actividad económica.
(2024-05-22). El líder supremo de Irán preside el funeral del presidente Raisi. telesurtv.net Tras el rezo presidido por Alí Jameneí comenzó una procesión desde la Universidad de Teherán que contaba con miles de personas para despedir al presidente Raisi.
(2024-05-22). Un Seminario En Bolivia Para La Paz Y Contra Las Guerras. worldbeyondwar.org 
English Below. | Por capítulo de La Paz-Bolivia, 22 de Mayo, 2024 | El pasado martes 21 de Mayo, se realizó en La Paz Bolivia en la sede de la Universidad Mayor de San Andrés (UMSA), en el auditorio de la Facultad Derecho, un Seminario que se denominó "El complejo camino de la cultura de Paz y los conflictos armados ". | Este evento fue organizado por Las Themis, Centro de Estudios de Derecho y World BEYOND War, la actividad inició sobre las 17: 00 hora local de La Paz, con la presentación del director del Instituto de investigaciones y consultoria jurídica de la facultad de derecho Jorge Siles, seguidamente el…
(2024-05-22). Cuba comienza la Liga de Naciones venciendo a Brasil en cuatro sets. cubadebate.cu La selección masculina de Cuba sorprendió a Brasil en su primer partido de la Volleyball Nations League, al imponerse por 3 sets a 1 en el Pool 2 de la semana 1.
(2024-05-22). Presidente dominicano valora relación histórica con Cuba. radiohc.cu Santo Domingo, 22 mayo (RHC) El presidente dominicano, Luis Abinader, agradeció hoy a su homólogo de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, por sus felicitaciones con motivo de su reelección en los comicios generales del domingo 19 de mayo.
(2024-05-22). Toni Kross dice adiós al fútbol. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (JIT). – El futbolista alemán Toni Kross anunció este martes su retiro de las canchas a los 34 años de edad, en un comunicado emitido por su club, el Real Madrid.
(2024-05-22). Juicio a Trump en Nueva York en tramo final. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (RHC) El juicio penal al expresidente de Estados Unidos Donald Trump está listo hoy para alegatos finales tras concluir la defensa del magnate su presentación de pruebas y testigos en la corte de Nueva York.
(2024-05-22). Vietnam elige a To Lam como nuevo presidente del país. telesurtv.net Tras la confirmación de Lam como presidente, el viceministro de Seguridad Pública, Tran Quoc To, ocupará su lugar en el ministerio de forma interina.
(2024-05-22). Revelan datos sobre accidente de helicóptero del presidente Raisi. telesurtv.net Luego de perder de vista al helicóptero de Raisi, los restantes aterrizaron en una mina de cobre para continuar la búsqueda, e infructuosamente intentaron comunicarse con el canciller y el jefe de seguridad.
(2024-05-22). Situación complicada en Guatemala por incendios forestales activos. telesurtv.net El Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (Insivumeh) emitió el miércoles una alerta por la "extremadamente mala" calidad del aire en Ciudad de Guatemala.
(2024-05-22). Sube a 17 cifra de fallecidas tras caída de bus al río Nilo, Egipto. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía del Norte de Giza abrió una investigación del hecho y abrió proceso al conductor del microbús por homicidio involuntario.
(2024-05-22). Conozca sobre la vida del escritor francés Victor Hugo. telesurtv.net El escritor Victor Hugo es reconocido como uno de los mayores exponentes de la literatura universal.
(2024-05-22). Denuncian planes genocidas de Israel contra refugiados palestinos. telesurtv.net El Primer Ministro palestino se reunirá el miércoles con todos los representantes del cuerpo diplomático acreditado en Palestina y con las organizaciones internacionales para informarles de la gravedad de la situación de los refugiados.
(2024-05-22). Recepción positiva a tardío reconocimiento de Palestina. telesurtv.net La decisión de tres países europeos a Palestina como Estado llega 76 años tarde a la formación del Estado de Israel y ocho meses después de la escalada genocida sionista.
(2024-05-22). Gobierno de Milei suspende las redes sociales y páginas web de medios públicos. cubadebate.cu Este martes 21 de mayo se dio a conocer la suspensión de manera temporal las páginas web y redes sociales de los medios de comunicación argentinos, de acuerdo a información de fuentes oficiales. La medida entró en vigor a las 00: 00 (hora local) de este martes, y se vio reflejada de inmediato en los portales y redes sociales de medios como 'Televisión Pública', 'Radio Nacional', 'Encuentro' y 'Paka Paka'.
(2024-05-22). Convoca Díaz-Canel a jóvenes científicos a trabajar juntos en las prioridades del país. cubadebate.cu Creado Comité de Innovación Juvenil (CIJ), liderado por la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas y las Brigadas Técnicas Juveniles. El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República asistió a la constitución de la entidad, realizada este martes en el teatro del Centro de Neurociencias de Cuba.
(2024-05-22). Reconocen relevancia de Premio a estudio sobre indígenas en Cuba. radiohc.cu Guantánamo, 22 mayo (RHC) Con gran felicidad acogió el equipo de la investigación Cuba indígena hoy. Sus rostros y ADN, el recién otorgado Premio de Ciencias Sociales y Humanísticas 2023, de la Academia de Ciencias de Cuba, expresó el fotógrafo español Héctor Garrido, director del proyecto Cuba Indígena.
(2024-05-22). Rinden homenaje en Teherán a presidente Raisi y mártires de Irán. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 may (RHC) Ciudadanos de toda la República Islámica rindieron hoy homenaje al presidente Ebrahim Raisi, el canciller Hossein Amir Abdollahian, y a sus acompañantes, en la continuación del cortejo fúnebre en Irán.
(2024-05-22). Panorama financiero de Cuba centra atención gubernamental. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 mayo (RHC) Déficit fiscal en Cuba, presupuesto, pago de tributos, y medidas para corregir las distorsiones en los precios centran hoy la atención del Gobierno en el panorama financiero a fin de garantizar la estabilidad macroeconómica del país.
(2024-05-22). Universitarios búlgaros se suman a protestas a favor de Gaza. telesurtv.net La movilización en Sofía ocurre en paralelo con otras del mundo en países como Estados Unidos, Australia, Francia, España y Reino Unido.
(2024-05-22). Representantes de 50 naciones acuden al funeral del presidente Raisi en Teherán. telesurtv.net Participaron 15 jefes de Estado y otros dignatarios, con cerca de 70 delegaciones extranjeras a nombre de países u organizaciones.
(2024-05-22). Ucrania ataca con un dron la central nuclear de Zaporiyia. telesurtv.net "El bombardeo de civiles, así como de la central nuclear de Zaporiyia y sus infraestructuras, es inaceptable y constituye inequívocamente un acto terrorista".
(2024-05-22). Realizan juicio contra grupo de intentona golpista en Alemania. telesurtv.net El grupo planteaba invadir el Bundestag de Berlín, detener a los diputados y derrocar al gobierno.
(2024-05-22). México colaborará con Belice en generación de energía eléctrica. telesurtv.net El presidente de México, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, enfatizó en las relaciones de vecindad existentes entre México y Belice.
(2024-05-22). Atienden en Tailandia a pasajeros de vuelo afectado por turbulencias. telesurtv.net El vuelo SQ321, con 211 pasajeros, sufrió fuertes turbulencias el martes y debió aterrizar de emergencia en Bangkok. Un pasajero murió de un infarto.
(2024-05-22). Rusia afirma haber tomado 49 localidades en la provincia de Járkov. telesurtv.net Las fuerzas rusas también avanzaron en las zonas de Georgievka, Ostroye y Konstantinovka de la República Popular de Donetsk.
(2024-05-22). Pueblo de Irán se despide del presidente Raisi y sus acompañantes. telesurtv.net Decenas de personas acudieron a las ceremonias fúnebres realizadas en varias ciudades para rendir honores.
(2024-05-22). Continúan protestas por reclamo salarial en Misiones, Argentina. telesurtv.net A las protestas se han unido cerca de 5.000 personas, entre policías, trabajadores de la salud, judiciales y hasta guardaparques.
(2024-05-22). Ejército israelí bombardea hospital de Al-Awada en Gaza. telesurtv.net En esta jornada, las bombas israelíes también alcanzaron al hospital de Kamal Adwan.
(2024-05-22). Confirman soborno de 3.2 mdd a opositora María Corina Machado. telesurtv.net Estados Unidos buscaba promover un presunto liderazgo de María Corina Machado entre la opinión pública de cara a los comicios de este 2024.
(2024-05-22). Presidente palestino celebra decisión de Noruega, España e Irlanda. telesurtv.net La Presidencia de Palestina, instó a todos los países del mundo a reconocer el Estado palestino de conformidad con la solución de dos Estados reconocida internacionalmente.
(2024-05-22). Corte Suprema brasileña anula procesos contra dueño de Odebrecht. telesurtv.net Según el juez, algunos ejecutores de la operación Lava Jato adoptaron medidas arbitrarias en la conducción de los procesos contra el dueño de la empresa Odrebrecht.
(2024-05-22). Registran más de 5 millones de casos de dengue en Brasil. telesurtv.net El grupo etario más afectado es el de la franja de 20 a 29 años, de estos se han registrado más de 935.000 casos.
(2024-05-22). The singularity and importance of the 1st World Anti-Fascist Conference to be held in Porto Alegre from 17 to 19 May 2024. cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). Towards the 6th International Ecosocialist Meeting. cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). The student movement for Palestine is now spreading everywhere, inspiring resistance to the barbarism of our times… cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). The World Bank and the IMF: the creditors' bailiffs. cadtm.org In July 2024, the World Bank and the IMF will be 80 years old. 80 years of financial neo-colonialism and the imposition of austerity policies in the name of debt repayment. 80 years is enough! The Bretton Woods institutions must be abolished and replaced by democratic institutions serving an ecological, feminist and anti-racist bifurcation. To mark these 80 years, we are republishing a series of articles every Wednesday until July, looking in detail at the history and damage caused by these (…) | – | / |
(2024-05-22). The Mexican debt crisis and the World Bank. cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). The aborted experiment of the Bank of the South in Latin America and the alternative policies that could have been adopted at the continental level. cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). Presidents Barber Conable and Lewis Preston (1986-1995). cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). A World of Inequality. cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). The Platform of ATTAC CADTM Morocco. cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). When Mr. Mitsotakis criminalizes, threatens and represses students who defend international legality! cadtm.org
(2024-05-22). Egypt denies CNN claims on Gaza ceasefire's deal manipulation. newarab.com 
A high-level Egyptian security official denied a "The Israeli side has been pointing accusing fingers at Egypt…
(2024-05-22). Egyptian intel official 'changed' Gaza ceasefire deal: CNN. newarab.com 
An Egyptian intelligence official secretly changed the terms of a The deal would have seen a truce in Gaza and the exchange of Israeli and foreign hostages for
(2024-05-22). Mia Khalifa: Don't buy Israeli 'blood diamonds'. newarab.com 
Mia Khalifa has urged fans and followers this week to avoid purchasing diamonds linked to Israel, citing concerns over conflict 'blood diamonds' and human rights abuses amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza. | Mia Khalifa is a Lebanese-American former adult film actress turned "Israel owns the most diamond mines in the world. How many mines are in Israel? ZERO. It's just another example of genocidal colonialism exploiting resources and dehumanizing the population of an occupied land.
(2024-05-22). ICC and Israel war crimes: Were we wrong about Amal Clooney. newarab.com 
Amal Clooney had her 'gotcha' moment yesterday when it was revealed she'd been advising ICC prosecutor Karim Khan on The human rights lawyer of Palestinian and Lebanese descent had been heavily criticised for not speaking out about Israel's ongoing genocide, with Despi…
(2024-05-22). ICJP files Gaza war crimes complaint against British officials. newarab.com 
A leading UK legal centre that advocates for the rights of Palestinians has issued a formal complaint accusing a number of British government officials of complicity in facilitating war crimes in The International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) has The latest entry f…
(2024-05-22). WHO chief asks Israel to ease curbs on Gaza medical aid. newarab.com 
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) called on Tuesday for Israel to lift restrictions on aid into Gaza, saying that the primary pipeline for emergency medical aid into the enclave from "At a time when the people of Gaza are…
(2024-05-22). How France is cracking down on solidarity with Palestine. newarab.com 
On 12 May, unions representing Radio France, a French public broadcaster, called for strike action after comedian Guillaume Meurice was suspended for repeating a joke about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu live on air. | As a result, all programmes on France Inter were suspended for the entire day. | The joke in question was told live on the same show on 23 October and the comedian faced legal proceedings for "public insults of an anti-Semitic nature". The complaints were dismissed by a Nanterre court. | The incident led to varying reactions, from public condemnation to solidarity based on freedom of…
(2024-05-22). Death toll rises to 8 in Jenin West Bank raid by Israeli forces. newarab.com 
(2024-05-22). The four other armed Palestinian groups fighting Israel in Gaza. newarab.com 
To support As well as
(2024-05-22). Israel backtracks on AP equipment confiscation over Gaza feed. newarab.com 
The Israel's communications minister said in a statement late on Tuesday that it had decided to return the equipment to AP…
(2024-05-22). Israel raid on Jenin enters second day after eight killed. newarab.com 
An Explosions and gunfire were heard from inside the adjacent Jenin refugee camp, the AFP correspondent said. | The Palestinian health ministry in Ramallah said Israeli troops had killed eight peop…
(2024-05-22). Israel-Saudi normalisation needs Gaza 'quiet': US envoy. newarab.com 
Forging formal Israeli-Saudi relations as part of an emerging trilateral deal involving Washington would require a calming of "There's going to have to be some period of quiet, I think, in Gaza, and there's going to have to be a conversation about how do you deal with the question of the future of Palestinian governance," ambassador Jack Lew said. | "My view is, that strategic benefit is worth takin…
(2024-05-22). How the ICC's move against Israel and Hamas has divided the West. newarab.com 
The While Israeli politicians and officials and their allies have issued sharp rebukes against the move, other countries have come out in s…
(2024-05-22). Israel moves to 'limited' Rafah attack, US to not object: report. newarab.com 
Israel will reportedly not carry out a large-scale The US news website said that Israel's previous plan to send two divisions into Should the limited as…
(2024-05-22). Israel in overdrive after ICC Netanyahu arrest warrant request. newarab.com 
Hours after the International Criminal Court's (ICC) chief prosecutor called for
(2024-05-22). What do the ICC's arrest warrants mean for Israel and Hamas. newarab.com 
The The arrest warrants have been sought fo…
(2024-05-22). West Bank: Explosions in Jenin as Israeli raids enter second day. newarab.com 
Several explosions were reported in One explosion appears to have occurred in the middle of a residential area in
(2024-05-22). Gaza hospital forced to evacuate patients after missile strike. newarab.com 
Israeli missiles struck the emergency department of a Video obtained by Reuters showed medics in blue scrubs wheeling patients out of the hospital compound in Jabalia, shouting in fear and looking back as if expecting further strikes. | "The first missile when it hit, it hit the entrance of the emergency department. We tried to enter, and then…
(2024-05-22). Can Karim Khan and the ICC survive the West's double standards. newarab.com 
Karim Khan's They signal an end to decades of entrenched Israeli exceptionalism and impunity on the world stage, where Israel's powerful Western allies have disabled any attempt to hold Tel Aviv to the same legal and political standard as other states. | Israeli exceptionalism has paralysed international mechanisms, including the United Nations Security Council, and maintained that the destiny of the Palestinians is beyond reach. | Now, wi…
(2024-05-22). Republicans want 'same benefits' for Americans in Israel army. newarab.com 
(2024-05-22). Suicidal thoughts 'become common' for Gaza's children. newarab.com 
On a cold February morning in Rafah, Baraa Shaheen found his six-year-old brother, Nael, quivering under a truck, waiting to be run over. | Two days earlier, the house next to their tent had been bombed, scattering their family of seven.
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| In a light blue ragged t-shirt and trousers, Nael lay emaciated, dazed, and confused, pleading for his parents. He told Baraa he wanted to die so he could join his family, whom he thought had died. | Baraa, a trained nurse, immediate…
(2024-05-22). Did Cate Blanchett show solidarity with Gaza in Cannes. newarab.com 
Acclaimed The Australian actress walked the red carpet on Monday evening at the 77th edition of the
(2024-05-22). Huge crowds in Tehran for Iran President Raisi's funeral. newarab.com 
Huge crowds of In the city centre, mourners clutching portraits of
(2024-05-22). A state within a state? Inside Egypt's Union of Arab Tribes>. newarab.com 
There are growing concerns in Egypt over Led by controversial businessman Ibrahim Al-Organi (also spelt Arjani or Argani), the Union of Arab Tribes was officially announced on 1 May during a large celebration in the once-restive North Sinai province in the presence of state officials, parliamentarians, tribal leaders, businessmen, and public figures. | Egyptian President Abdel Fatta…
(2024-05-22). Sudan paramilitaries will open 'safe passages' out Darfur city. newarab.com 
The RSF, battling the regular army for more than a year, affirmed in a post on X late Friday "the readiness of its forces…
(2024-05-22). Yale graduates stage pro-Gaza walkout at ceremony. newarab.com 
Scores of graduating students staged a walkout from The walkout took place as 15 students were prevented from graduating from another top US university, Harvard, over their pro-Palestine activism. | The walkout began as Yale President Peter Salovey started to announce the traditional college-by-college presentation of…
(2024-05-22). New routes planned for halted Gaza aid from US-built pier. newarab.com 
The The temporary pier was anchored to a
(2024-05-22). Greek court drops charges in migrant shipwreck case. newarab.com 
A The hearing in Kalamata, southwestern Greece, finished in just over three hours. The state prosecutor accepted the defence argument, urged the court to drop the charges and the nine were acquitted. | The suspects were detained hours after the rusty and overloaded…
(2024-05-22). Death of Iran's Raisi has delayed talks with IAEA, Grossi says. newarab.com 
The deaths of "They are in a mourning period which I need to respect," International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Grossi said in Helsi…
(2024-05-22). Iraq's boat clubs: Preserving heritage and connections. newarab.com 
Tourists waiting for boat rides watch as Harun Mahmoud steers Mama Tarada towards the shore of Its curved bow and slim beam, a T…
(2024-05-22). Qatar, Saudi praise European countries' recognition of Palestine. newarab.com 
Doha's foreign ministry welcomed the announcement as an "important step in…
(2024-05-22). Cyprus says Gaza maritime aid 'on track'. newarab.com 
Four ships from the However a US Defence Department spokesman said that none of the 569 tonnes of humanitarian assistance that has arrived at a Victor Papadopoulos from the pre…
(2024-05-22). Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Afghanistan. newarab.com 
Afghanistan's Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation said that the first Turkish Airlines flight landed Tuesday and was greeted by government officials. | Bu sabah gàºzel bir gàºne uyandƒ±k. | Ulusal bayrak ta≈ü…
(2024-05-22). Trump foreign policy adviser urges sanctions on ICC officials. newarab.com 
The United States should slap sanctions on I Robert O'Brien, who served as Trump's fourth and final national security adviser, made the comments in a Jerusalem interview with Reuters…
(2024-05-22). UK charges pro-Gaza protester over PM Sunak 'coconut' placard. newarab.com 
A A Metropolitan Police spokesperson told The New Arab that Marieha Hussain, 37, had been informed of the decision by post. Hussain denied she had received any written correspondence from the London police force, Al Jazeera reported. | The w…
(2024-05-22). What president Raisi's death means for Iran's future. newarab.com 
As Iranian state media reported on 20 May, The incident occurred in northwestern Iran's Varzeqan region while Raisi was returning from a visit to
(2024-05-22). Egypt: At least 10 killed as minibus plunges off ferry into Nile. newarab.com 
At least 10 female farm workers died in "The toll is at 10 and could rise," ministry spokesman Hossam Abdelghaffar told AFP. | Other reports put the death toll at 15 or more. | The state's flagship Al-Ahram newspaper reported the accident earlier and said the driver, who had released the handbrake, wa…
(2024-05-22). Biden administration calls for bipartisan push to sanction ICC. newarab.com 
The At a Senate appropriations s…
(2024-05-22). Ireland, Spain, and Norway to recognise Palestinian state. newarab.com 
Spain's Prime Minister said the decision was based on peace, justice and democracy and was essential for the peace process. | Ireland's Prime Minister highlighted the "appalling" condition…
(2024-05-22). Uber Egypt asks for access to drivers' criminal records. newarab.com 
An During a parliamentary hearing on Monday, Ahmed Aly, Uber's Head of Public Policy, Nor…
(2024-05-22). US says Iran sought its help over Raisi helicopter crash. newarab.com 
The United States said Monday that enemy Iran sought assistance over a helicopter crash that killed president Ebrahim Raisi, as Washington meanwhile The State Department said Iran, which has had no diplomatic relations with Washington since the aftermath of the 1979 Islamic revolution, reached out after "We…
(2024-05-22). Why I called out Suella Braverman's gaslighting live on TV. newarab.com 
Last week former UK government minister Suella Braverman tried to jumpstart her stalling career. She attempted to pick a fight with pro-Palestine So, to up the stakes, she decided to debate me, a member of the Revolutionary Communist Party (RCP), live on
(2024-05-22). Crown prince reassures Saudis about king's health: state TV. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Due to King Salman's health issue, Crown Prince Mohammed, the de facto Saudi leader, postponed a visit to
(2024-05-22). IS attack in Syria kills three regime soldiers: war monitor. newarab.com 
The militants "attacked a site where… regime forces were stationed," the Syrian Observatory for Human Right said, adding that a lieutenant colonel and two soldiers died. | The Syrian army had sent forces to the area, where IS attacks are common, ahead of an e…
(2024-05-22). A Mouth Full of Salt: Unveiling truths and tragedies in Sudan >. newarab.com 
(2024-05-22). Asma al-Assad's Leukemia diagnosis met with mixed reactions. newarab.com 
The Al-Assad was diagnosed with aggressive bone marrow and blood cancer after "presenting with several symptoms and following a comprehensive series of medical tests and examinations." | The diagnosis came after she was successfully treated for…
(2024-05-22). Gaza truce still possible but set back by ICC move, Blinken says. newarab.com 
US Secretary of State Testifying before Congress, Blinken was repeatedly disrupted by protesters critical of US support for I…
(2024-05-22). Gazans surviving on 3% of minimum daily water needs: NGOs. newarab.com 
Some A lack of clean water and sanitation facilities have led to an increase in diseases and infections…
(2024-05-22). Gaza war rages as Europe states move on Palestine recognition. newarab.com 
(2024-05-22). EU responds allegations of funding migrant abuse in N. Africa. newarab.com 
(2024-05-22). Bodies at morgue after Israeli raid on West Bank's Jenin. presstv.ir People transport and gather around bodies at a morgue in Jenin.
(2024-05-22). Ireland, Norway, Spain formally recognize Palestinian state. presstv.ir Ireland, Norway and Spain have formally recognized Palestinian state, irrespective of strong opposition from Israeli authorities to the move.
(2024-05-22). 'Biden supports Israel because he fears huge Jewish influence'. presstv.ir US President Joe Biden fears "huge Jewish influence," according to a White House aide.
(2024-05-22). Gazans search rubble for survivors after Israeli strikes on Jabalia. presstv.ir Gazans search through the rubble for survivors following Israeli strikes on Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip.
(2024-05-22). Israeli forces kill 7 Palestinians in Jenin. presstv.ir The Gaza Ministry of Health says the total number of Palestinians killed in the West Bank and al-Quds has risen to 513 since October.
(2024-05-22). World shows support to ICC's Gaza ruling as US, Israel spurn arrest warrants. presstv.ir The ICC prosecutor has requested arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and his war minister Yoav Gallant.
(2024-05-22). Ukraine attacks kill two in Russia's Belgorod, Donetsk. presstv.ir Ukraine kills two people in separate aerial attacks on Russia's border region of Belgorod and the city of Donetsk.
(2024-05-22). Zelensky asks NATO to shoot down Russian missiles. presstv.ir Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky urges NATO to shoot down Russian missiles over the skies of his country.
(2024-05-22). North Korean leader inspects missile launcher vehicles. presstv.ir Footage released by North Korea's official KCTV shows Kim Jong-un inspecting missile launcher vehicles.
(2024-05-22). 'Raeisi heroically stood by Palestinians': Kenyan journalist. presstv.ir A Kenyan-British journalist and commentator has said that martyred Iranian President "Ebrahim Raeisi heroically stood by the Palestinians."
(2024-05-22). Martyr Hossein Amir-Abdollahian: A giant of Iranian diplomacy. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian was a man whose extraordinary diplomatic acumen raised the Islamic Republic of Iran's standing in the region and the world.
(2024-05-22). Pro-Palestinian protest at Penn leads to multiple arrests. presstv.ir Police dismantled protest camps and arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian activists at the University of Pennsylvania.
(2024-05-22). UN flag at half mast in honor of martyrs of Iran's copter crash. presstv.ir The UN flies its flag at half mast as a sign of respect to late Iranian president and foreign minister.
(2024-05-22). Several detained at Texas Capitol rally condemning police violence at pro-Palestine demos. presstv.ir Several protesters were detained outside the Texas State Capitol in Austin during a pro-Palestine rally.
(2024-05-22). UN Security Council observes moment of silence in memory of President Raeisi. presstv.ir The United Nations Security Council held a moment of silence in memory of the late Iranian president and foreign minister.
(2024-05-22). Iranians in Tabriz hold mourning ceremony for President Raeisi. presstv.ir Iranians in Tabriz hold mourning ceremony for the late President Ebrahim Raeisi.
(2024-05-22). Ireland, Spain, Norway to announce recognition of Palestinian state. presstv.ir The Irish and Spanish and Norway governments are set to announce the recognition of the Palestinian state.
(2024-05-22). Iranians mourn President Raeisi martyrdom as funeral ceremonies begin. presstv.ir Millions of Iranians participate in a massive funeral procession in Tabriz for President Ebrahim Raeisi and his companions who were martyred in a helicopter crash.
(2024-05-22). Germany extends condolences to Iran over martyrdom of President Raeisi. presstv.ir "Our condolences go to the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the families of those killed in the crash," Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated.
(2024-05-22). UK Jewish Students Union should decouple from Zionism. presstv.ir The transatlantic student protest movement, which is demanding an end to the fiscal relationship between many universities and the Zionist entity, illustrates the urgent need to 'de-zionize' the UK Union of Jewish Students.
(2024-05-22). More countries declare national mourning over President Raeisi's martyrdom. presstv.ir Following the martyrdom of President Raeisi in a helicopter crash, many countries around the world have announced national mourning ceremonies.
(2024-05-22). 'Honest, sincere': Iraqi PM condoles with Leader over Raeisi martyrdom. presstv.ir Ayatollah Khamenei receives the Iraqi prime minister on the sidelines of the funeral procession of martyred President Ebrahim Raeisi.
(2024-05-22). Dignitaries from over 50 countries in Tehran for funeral of Raeisi, companions. presstv.ir Dignitaries from nearly 50 countries are visiting Iran to bid farewell to late President Raeisi, companions.
(2024-05-22). Iranian Air Force chief visits families of crew martyred in crash. presstv.ir The Iranian commander said the martyrs were a beacon of inspiration.
(2024-05-22). Ayatollah Khamenei leads prayers as millions gather for Raeisi funeral. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei leads prayers over the bodies of President Ebrahim Raeisi and his companions in Tehran as millions of people gathered to hold funeral procession.
(2024-05-22). Press TV website, social media win awards at 2nd Sobh International Media Festival. presstv.ir Press TV has won the 'Best Website' award as well as 'Best Social Media' and 'Best Motion Graphic' awards at the annual IRIB World Service news awards dubbed "Sobh Media Festival."
(2024-05-22). Putin calls Raeisi martyrdom 'a great loss', says will continue to boost Iran ties. presstv.ir Putin calls the tragic death of his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raeisi "a great loss".
(2024-05-22). Iran's Assembly of Experts epitome of Islamic democracy: Leader. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei describes Iran's Assembly of Experts as the embodiment of Islamic democracy.
(2024-05-22). Clashes in Paris as firefighters unions protest working conditions. presstv.ir Police clashed with protesters in Paris as French firefighters' unions protested over working conditions.
(2024-05-22). In Srinagar, people mourn martyrdom of Iran's President Raeisi. presstv.ir People took to the streets of Srinagar, Kashmir region, on Monday night.
(2024-05-22). Death toll from Brazil's rainstorm hits 151. presstv.ir On April 29, torrential rains poured down on Brazil's southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul.
(2024-05-22). Revolutionary diplomat: Amir-Abdollahian played valuable role in advancing resistance goals. presstv.ir The Iranian judiciary chief praises Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian as a revolutionary diplomat.
(2024-05-22). UN flag at half mast to respect martyrs of Iran's copter crash. presstv.ir The UN flies its flag at half mast as a sign of respect to late Iranian president and foreign minister.
(2024-05-22). Yemeni forces intercept, shoot down US MQ-9 Reaper drone. presstv.ir Yemeni air defense units intercept and shoot down a US MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) over the country's central province of Bayda.
(2024-05-22). Two New Podcasts. sonar21.com 
Today is a special day. I celebrated my 48th wedding anniversary with my bride. So, I don't have time to do my usual daily write-up. But I did two interviews earlier in the day. The first is with Michael Farris, who hosts Coffee and a Mike. | Next up, Marcelo Soares, a Brazilian IT guy who lives in Italy.
(2024-05-22). 'Ukraine Army In Deep Trouble': Kremlin Boasts As Zelensky Begs Allies To Shoot Russian Missiles. hindustantimes.com The Kremlin termed Ukrainian President hysterical for asking the U.S.-led West and its allies to help intercept Russian missiles. Dmitry Peskov further said that Ukraine was in panic more and that the Ukrainian forces were in deep trouble as Russia was making advances at the frontline. Ukraine's foreign minister also repeated Volodymyr Zelensky's apparent plea to the West to shoot down Russian missiles from their territory. His comments came alongside Germany's foreign minister, who also warned the West that their security was at risk due to Russian attacks. Watch for more details. INTERNATIONAL NEWS…