(2025-04-15). Defending Rights And Dissent Launches Investigation Into Retaliatory Tactics. popularresistance.org Washington, DC — Defending Rights & Dissent has launched a major new investigative project into the abuse of immigration process to retaliate against critics of Israel's war in Gaza or supporters of the Palestinian people. As part of this project, the free expression organization has filed a series of Freedom of Information Act requests with the Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice, requesting documents on the "Catch and Revoke" initiative and the agencies' communications with private McCarthyite blacklisting organizations and the Government of Israel.
(2025-04-15). Hamas: Israel ceasefire proposal crosses 'red line'. newarab.com 
A Hamas official told AFP that Israel had also demanded that the Palestinian group disarms to secure an end to the Gaza war but that this crossed a "red line". | Egyptian mediators passed on an Israeli
(2025-04-15). Hamas to send delegation to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks. newarab.com 
The official said teams have been discussing terms for a new A majo…
(2025-04-15). Israel bombs Gaza's Kuwaiti Field Hospital, wounds medics. newarab.com 
An The strike hit the There was no immediate comment from th…
(2025-04-15). Stop The Genocide Abroad And The Repression At Home. popularresistance.org This April 17, we, a collective of academic workers, students, union members, and activists within multiple higher education associations and unions, trade unions, and other organizing spaces, call for a coordinated national direct action in protest of the ongoing genocide abroad and the escalating repression at home. As academic workers and students united with other labor sectors, we aim to take back public places and uplift the right to dissent and the right to collective organizing for liberation. We stand against the neoliberal and colonial logic of higher ed that represses speech and academic freedom in the…
(2025-04-15). US rock band Green Day pays tribute to Palestine at Coachella. newarab.com 
Popular US rock band Green Day paid tribute to children in Billie Joe Armstrong, lead singer of the band, changed the lyrics to their hit song "Jesus of Suburbia" in solidarity with the
(2025-04-15). The tragic solitude of the Palestinians. internationalviewpoint.org The late Daniel Bensaïd (1946—2010) on the silence of academics and his dissent as an anti-Zionist. | – | / |
(2025-04-15). Why Trump And Musk Ignore The Largest Money Laundering Scheme In Human History. popularresistance.org President Trump and Elon Musk will tell you they're saving money for the US government and thereby the US taxpayer. The DOGE team have claimed that they have already cut out $65 billion of waste and fraud — equaling savings for the American people. Incredible! (I'm going to invest my cut of that money in an up-and-coming fad called "fidget spinners".) | Oh, I forgot to mention — Everything Musk has said is utterly false. "…some of the biggest errors in savings [announced by DOGE] are, as CBS first reported, a USAID contract for $650 million that was listed three times, as The Intercept first reporte…
(2025-04-15). UN agencies warn of catastrophic situation in Gaza. plenglish.com Ramallah, Apr 15 (Prensa Latina) The situation in Gaza is now likely to be the worst since Israel began its attacks on the territory in October 2023, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) denounced.
(2025-04-15). Jewish Demonstrators Hold "Emergency Passover Seder" Outside NYC's ICE Offices. truthout.org On Monday evening, thousands of Jewish demonstrators and their allies held an emergency Passover Seder outside of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices in Manhattan, in protest of the U.S. government's abduction of student activists who are opposed to Israel's genocide in Gaza. The Trump administration has falsely categorized noncitizen protesters against Israel's genocide — both… |
(2025-04-15). Appalled at Funding Genocide, Over 2,000 US Taxpayers Turn to the UN for Redress. truthout.org Taxpayers Against Genocide (TAG), a nongovernmental grassroots mass movement comprised of more than 2,000 taxpayers who have been protesting their congressional representatives' votes to fund Israel's genocide in Gaza, filed an unprecedented report with the UN Human Rights Council on April 7. "We have gone through all the channels open to us in our effort to stop U.S. officials from using our… |
(2025-04-15). Call from Gaza unions to U.S. workers: Put your solidarity into action to stop the genocide. mondoweiss.net 
On the eve of May Day, the General Federation of Trade Unions in Gaza calls on workers in the U.S. to translate their solidarity into effective actions that go beyond statements and create real pressure to stop the Gaza genocide.
(2025-04-15). Unthinking, Apathy, and Genocide. worldbeyondwar.org 
A newly expanded book called The Evil of Banality by Elizabeth Minnich looks at how people come to do horrific things like genocides, but also how they allow horrible things to gradually develop. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-04-15). Palm Sunday rallies oppose Gaza genocide, cruelty to refugees. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Selected Articles: Zionist Supremacism and Murder of the Innocent. globalresearch.ca 
By The brutal murder of eight Red Cross paramedics and five aid workers in Southern Gaza on March 23rd2025 — each shot more than 20 …
(2025-04-15). Trump targets hundreds of University of California faculty over opposition to Gaza genocide. wsws.org The campaign cynically usees the EEOC, an agency ostensibly meant to protect workers from discrimination, to punish scholars for holding dissenting views on US foreign policy.
(2025-04-15). No to genocide and fascist dictatorship! wsws.org This report was delivered to a public meeting hosted by the International Youth and Students for Social Equality at Wayne State University in Detroit, on April 10, 2025.
(2025-04-15). Iraq marks 37 years since 'Anfal genocide' amid justice demands. newarab.com 
On Monday, Relatives of the victims, lawmakers, and human rights activists have voiced frustration over what they see as a lack of accountability fro…
(2025-04-15). Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill 17 Palestinians Over 24 Hours. news.antiwar.com Gaza's Health Ministry said Tuesday that Israeli attacks killed 17 Palestinians and wounded 69 more over the previous 24-hour period as US-backed Israeli strikes continue to pound the Strip. The Health Ministry's numbers account for dead and wounded Palestinians brought to hospitals. "There are still a number of victims under the rubble and on the …
(2025-04-15). Gaza journalist Shbat's family release details of his murder. skwawkbox.org 
Horrifying information of assassination of Hossam Shbat and bystanders The family of Hossam Shbat, the well-known Palestinian journalist murdered by Israel last month, has released the grim details of his killing — along with his friend and several bystanders — by an Israeli drone: On the morning of March 24, 2025, Hossam left his tent …
(2025-04-15). Tariq Ali: Conquered Lands. newleftreview.org A political panorama of the Middle East, surveying the fortunes of rulers and ruled in Riyadh, Cairo, Tripoli, Damascus, Tehran, Gaza and Tel Aviv, under the stifling blanket of a heavily militarized Israeli-American hegemony.
(2025-04-15). Macron urges PA 'reform' to run Gaza without Hamas. newarab.com 
French President France is among European nations to have backed a plan for Gaza to return to the control of the Ramallah-based authority after nearly two decades of Hamas rule if a ceasefire deal is reached to end the war with Israel. | Israel resumed its deadly air…
(2025-04-15). Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi snatched by federal agents. wsws.org Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi was arrested by immigration police and deportation proceedings began against him when he reported for a citizenship application interview in his home state of Vermont.
(2025-04-15). Psychological trauma to "haunt" Palestinians for life. aljazeera.com "When people are in survival mode, they numb their feelings."
(2025-04-15). Palestinians don't need Sidewalks doco draws a crowd in Bathurst. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Protesters call on Labor to cut ties with Israel on Palestinian Children's Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Socialist Alliance 'won't be silenced' as corflutes promoting Palestine destroyed. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). US immigration agents detain another Palestinian student. newarab.com 
(2025-04-15). The Present State of Israel vs. the Israel of the Bible: Understanding the Difference. "The Present State of Israel Is Not the Israel of God" globalresearch.ca [This article was first published by GR in October 2024.] | The modern State of Israel, established in 1948 in the land of Palestine, is often erroneously equated with the Israel of the Bible, to whom God made significant promises. Many …
(2025-04-15). Palestine: Land Day, March 30th. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-04-15). Trade War And Austerity: The Final Stages Of US Capitalism. popularresistance.org The Trump administration is imposing tariffs on a growing list of countries in a desperate effort to find leverage for protecting US interests abroad and to ostensibly re-industrialize the United States. Clearing the FOG speaks with Jon Jeter, author of "Class War in America: How the elites divide the nation by asking are you a worker or are you white?", about the motives behind the trade war and how this may impact both the global and domestic economies. Jeter explains that the United States is entering uncharted territory as it increasingly isolates itself from the rest of the world and hurtles toward another G…
(2025-04-15). Report: US Tells Israel It Will Begin Withdrawing From Syria in Two Months. news.antiwar.com Pentagon officials have told their Israeli counterparts that the US will begin a phased withdrawal of its troops from Syria within two months, the Israeli news site Ynet reported on Tuesday. A senior Israeli official said that the US withdrawal could be partial, meaning only some of the estimated 2,000 US troops in eastern Syria …
(2025-04-15). Syria Seeks Economic Renewal With Launch of Agro Syria Expo. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-15). UAE Moves To Resume Flights To Syria After Assad's Fall. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-15). Syrian show trial for Catholic nun, who spoke truth to power. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-15). International Mine Awareness Day: Addressing the threat of explosive ordnance in Syria. icrc.org A statement from Stephan Sakalian, the Head of ICRC Delegation in Syria…
(2025-04-15). Grassroots Resistance Builds Against Israeli Occupation of Southern Syria. libya360.wordpress.com Murtaza Hussain Funeral procession for the victims of the clashes in the village of Kouya March 25, 2025. (Photo: Imad Al-Basiri) Locals in southern Syria have begun taking up arms against an Israeli occupation of the region that began after the fall of the Assad regime. On April 3, thousands of Syrians took to the…
(2025-04-15). 'Full-Blown Constitutional Crisis' Deepens as Bukele Refuses to Release Maryland Resident. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-15). Sudan war enters its 3rd year amid world's largest humanitarian crisis. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A civil war erupted between two major rival factions of the military government of Sudan on April 15, 2023, causing devastation and leaving 13 million of people displaced and in urgent need of basic humanitarian assistance.Today, April 15, 2025, the conflict in Sudan is entering its third year amid increased famine, violence, and spreading diseases since the civil war began during Ramadan 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forced led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo generally referred to as Hemedti.Sudanese children suffer the most from war:…
(2025-04-15). Haiti: Renewed clashes fuel a humanitarian crisis that has no end in sight. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Why bonds, not stocks, could predict the next economic crisis in the US. aljazeera.com
(2025-04-15). Millions displaced as Sudan war enters third year. aljazeera.com Sudan war enters third year, displacing 13 million amid famine, violence, and deepening humanitarian crisis.
(2025-04-15). Qatar to invest $7.5 bn in Egypt following economic crisis. newarab.com 
(2025-04-15). Susan Watkins: Baselines. newleftreview.org Trump's second term has begun with a whirlwind of iconoclastic pronouncements and an opening to Moscow that has sent European rulers into ideological crisis. An American-policy aide-mémoire offers baseline metrics for the ruptures—and continuities—ahead.
(2025-04-15). US tariffs will intensify debt crisis in lower-income countries. cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). Israel has killed at least 71 civilians in Lebanon since ceasefire, UN says. aljazeera.com Death toll announced as Israel launches new attack in southern Lebanon, killing one person and injuring three.
(2025-04-15). How American imperialism plots wars of aggression. defenddemocracy.press Andre Damon March 25, 2025 On March 15, the US military launched airstrikes on residential neighborhoods in Sanaa, the capital of Yemen, killing 53 men, women and children. Among the targets were political leaders of the Houthi government. Yemen—the poorest country in the Middle East—has endured years of US-backed bombing and deliberate starvation at …
(2025-04-15). The human cost of two years of war in Sudan. aljazeera.com After two years of war in Sudan, millions of people are on the brink of starvation.
(2025-04-15). MLK Jr.'s Life of Struggle Outside the South w/ Jeanne Theoharis. counterpunch.org On this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Erik Wallenberg talks to Jeanne Theoharis about her new book, "King of the North: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life of Struggle Outside the South," in which Theoharis argues that King's time in Boston, New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago—outside Dixie—was at the heart of his campaign for racial justice. | Jeanne Theoharis is the author or co-author of thirteen books on the civil rights and Black Power movements and the contemporary politics of race in the US. Her biography "The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks" won a 2014 NAACP Image Award & the Letitia Woods B…
(2025-04-15). New Israeli Uranium Bombs: Evidence from Beirut. libya360.wordpress.com Christopher Busby A rescuer fights the blaze amid the smoldering rubble of a building destroyed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut's southern suburbs on September 27, 2024. Photo by Ibrahim AMRO / AFP IBRAHIM AMRO Dr. Chris Busby presents evidence that Israel used a Uranium-based bomb in the 2024 Beirut attack that assassinated Hezbollah Secretary General Sayyed…
(2025-04-15). Blue Origin's Female Celebrity Envoys. dissidentvoice.org Indulgent, vain and profligate, the all-female venture into space on the self-piloted New Shepard (NS-31) operated by Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin was space capitalism and celebrity shallowness on full show, masquerading as profound, moving and useful. The crew consisted of bioastronautics research scientist and civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King, pop …
(2025-04-15). German Coalition's Troubling Plans on Social Security. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People choose groceries at a food bank in Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, July 21, 2022. | © 2022 Bernd Weiàübrod/AP Photo | The April 9 coalition agreement between Germany's Christian Democratic Union/Christian Social Union and Social Democratic Party is unfortunately a return to a harsh social security system packaged as "reform" and "simplification." Rather than addressing the growing number of people in the country at risk of poverty, the agreement strips back support for people receiving long-term unemployment assistance and punishes them by withholding benefits fo…
(2025-04-15). Vietnam's fortunes actually take a dramatic turn, and not for worst. responsiblestatecraft.org 
Vietnam's trade fortunes have taken a dramatic turn. Once slapped with a staggering 46% tariff in President Donald Trump's initial "Liberation Day" trade offensive, the Southeast Asian nation now finds itself in a much better spot — benefiting from a reduced 10% tariff rate, in line with most other countries. It's a striking reversal that highlights Hanoi's stepped-up diplomatic hustle on the global stage.Vietnam made a significant diplomatic stride recently by dispatching a high-level delegation to Washington, D.C., with the strategic goal of addressing trade imbalances and strengthening economic ties…
(2025-04-15). Dutton's WFH backdown highlights the Coalition's policy flaws. onlineopinion.com.au The working from home issue is more complex than a simple on or off. What the Coalition's original announcement showed was a lack of understanding of how the public service operates.
(2025-04-15). Australia: Union attempt to sell-out NSW doctors highlights need for unified struggle of health workers. wsws.org ASMOF's strike shutdown is a blatant violation of the intentions of doctors, made clear in the unprecedented turnout to rallies last week.
(2025-04-15). SEP (Sri Lanka) holds local government election campaign meeting in Jaffna. wsws.org "The democratic rights of the Tamil people can only be achieved through the overthrow of capitalism and the fight for socialism."
(2025-04-15). Full 40 Minutes Address: Trump & Bukele's Meeting Erupts with 'Preposterous' Outburst | El Salvador. hindustantimes.com The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele at the White House turned explosive, marked by sharp exchanges and controversial remarks. Trump praised Bukele's tough anti-gang policies and El Salvador's willingness to accept deported migrants, many of whom are held in the country's notorious CECOT prison. The two leaders touted their partnership as a model for regional security, despite mounting criticism from human rights groups over alleged abuses and lack of due process for deportees. Watch for more.
(2025-04-15). Highlights of the ICRC's activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2024. icrc.org Strengthening partnerships for sustainable humanitarian action…
(2025-04-15). Philadelphia district attorney candidates invited to face off in 3rd forum as election draws near. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2025 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Incumbent Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and challenger Patrick Dugan are invited to meet again for a high-stakes debate at WHYY on April 22 — a showdown that will give the candidates a chance to make their respective cases as the race goes into its final stretch. | The forum could be the final chance voters have to hear from the candidates as they try to further define their approach to criminal justice in Philadelphia. They are expected to delve int…
(2025-04-15). Challenging Union Decisions About Politics Takes Rank-And-File Action. counterpunch.org 
Every four years, like clockwork, our two major parties serve up presidential candidates whose commitment to the cause of labor is more rhetorical than real. This is most obviously true of conservative Republican courting of working-class voters. That venerable bait-and-switch routine reached its 21st century apex in the form of Donald Trump's successful faux populist campaigns
(2025-04-15). Hamas Says It Lost Contact With Guards of US-Israeli Captive After Israeli Strike. news.antiwar.com Hamas's military wing, the al-Qassam Brigades, said Tuesday that, following an Israeli airstrike, it lost contact with a group guarding Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old Israeli soldier with American citizenship who was captured during Hamas's October 7 attack on southern Israel. "We announce that we have lost contact with the team guarding soldier Edan Alexander following …
(2025-04-15). CHP accuses Erdoƒüan of being leader of a "junta" ; Opposition calls for a one-day general boycott; Foreign Minister comments on "non-conflict mechanism" with Israel. unitedworldint.com Main political events in Türkiye in the last week. The arrest of Istanbul Mayor and Republican People's Party (CHP) presidential candidate Ekrem ƒ∞mamoƒülu has further deepened political polarization in Türkiye. CHP leader àñzgàºr àñzel's statements targeting President Erdoƒüan topped the national agenda. Prior to ƒ∞mamoƒülu's arrest, àñzel claimed that Erdoƒüan had sought approval from Trump …
(2025-04-15). Headlines for April 15, 2025. democracynow.org El Salvador's President Rejects Return of Wrongfully Removed Maryland Father, "Homegrowns Are Next": Protests Erupt as Trump Proposes Sending U.S. Citizens to Salvadoran Prisons, Trump Orders Military to Take Control of Vast Stretch of Southern Border, Trump Administration Seeks $45 Billion to Expand ICE Detention Centers, ICE Arrests Mohsen Mahdawi, Columbia Protest Leader and Green Card Holder, Jewish Peace Activists Mark Passover with Protest at New York ICE Office, Trump Administration Freezes $2.2 Billion in Grants to Harvard, Citing DEI and Protests, Death Toll from Israel's Assault…
(2025-04-15). Iran's Military Presence in Sudan: UAE-Israel Plot Backfires. mintpressnews.com 
The United Arab Emirates and Israel had hoped to extract strategic victories in Sudan, taking advantage of the fall of the nation's former dictator and the descent into civil war. But newly released satellite images suggest that Tehran's renewed ties with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) may be unraveling those ambitions. |
(2025-04-15). Is Trump orbit rolling out red carpet for Israeli extremist Ben Gvir? responsiblestatecraft.org 
(2025-04-15). Uncut: Iran Already Has Nuclear Arsenal? Trump's Unbelievable Statement To Shock Israel | Iran Vs US. hindustantimes.com During a meeting with El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, U.S. President Donald Trump made headlines by launching a scathing attack against Iran. Trump emphasized that Iran must "get rid of the concept of a nuclear weapon" and warned that the U.S. would consider "something very harsh," including military strikes, if Tehran does not abandon its nuclear ambitions. Watch for more.
(2025-04-15). Bangladesh reintroduces 'except Israel' phrase on passports. newarab.com 
Israel is a flashpoint issue in Muslim-majority Bangladesh, which does not recognise it. | The phrase "valid for all countries except Israel," which was printed on Bangladeshi passports for decades, was removed during the later years of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina's tenure. | Nilima Afroze, a deputy secretary at the home ministry, told Ban…
(2025-04-15). Murder rate in Arab Israeli city Arraba nearly triples in a year, as fear grows of spiraling violence and economic collapse. haaretz.com Once seen as a relatively quiet Arab city, Arraba is now grappling with a surge in organized crime, a wave of killings and growing distrust in police as businesses shut down and fear takes hold: 'It feels like anyone could be killed here at any moment'…
(2025-04-15). Hostility, distrust between Shin Bet and Israel Police reach boiling point over fight against Jewish terror. haaretz.com The Shin Bet has long claimed that the police are not cooperating in the fight against Jewish terrorism, while the police argue that the Shin Bet is hiding intelligence information. Recently, relations deteriorated even further when senior Shin Bet officials discovered that the commander of the West Bank Division, who is suspected of criminal crimes, recorded meeting with them…
(2025-04-15). Shin Bet official arrested on suspicion of leaking classified information to media, minister. haaretz.com The official was arrested and prevented from meeting a lawyer following Amit Segal's reporting of a Shin Bet probe to determine whether Kahanist elements infiltrated Israel Police…
(2025-04-15). Reuma Weizman, widow of seventh president, dies at 99. haaretz.com Weizman worked extensively in humanitarian causes, including helping WWII child refugees and children with intellectual disabilities. During the large waves of aliyah, she toured the absorption camps throughout Israel and cared for the welfare of the immigrants…
(2025-04-15). Hundreds of Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa compound for Passover. newarab.com 
Hundreds of Israeli settlers stormed the According to the Islamic Endowments Department in Jerusalem, 765 settlers entered the compound through the Al-Mugharbah Gate under the protection of heavily armed Israeli police, soldiers, as well as members of the Israeli parliament and religious leaders. | While non-Muslims are permitted to visit the compound un…
(2025-04-15). Israel bulldozes statue of Saint George on Palm Sunday. newarab.com 
The "The Israeli enemy demolished the statue of Saint George in the town of Yaroun in the Bint Jbeil district, in a new violation of the…
(2025-04-15). Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel giant and Israel critic dies aged 89. newarab.com 
Peruvian writer and Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa, one of Latin America's most influential literary and political figures, died on Sunday in Lima at the age of 89. | His death was confirmed in a statement by his children and marks the end of a career spanning over half a century. Vargas Llosa authored more than 50 novels, plays, and essays, earning global acclaim and the
(2025-04-15). Witkoff Says Iran Must 'Eliminate Its 'Nuclear Enrichment' Program. news.antiwar.com Steve Witkoff, President Trump's Middle East envoy, said in a statement on Tuesday that Iran must "eliminate its nuclear enrichment" program, suggesting the Trump administration is hardening its position in negotiations with Tehran. Witkoff made the comments a day after appearing on Fox News and suggesting that the US wanted Iran to reduce its levels …
(2025-04-15). Iran Heads to Russia as Nuclear Talks With US Enter Crucial Phase. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-15). Iran 'must stop and eliminate' nuclear enrichment, says US envoy Witkoff. aljazeera.com Steve Witkoff previously suggested that the US is seeking to curb Iran's uranium enrichment programme, not abolish it.
(2025-04-15). Iran to meet Russia ahead of next nuclear talks with US. geo.tv 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi speaks to the media in Beirut, Lebanon, October 4, 2024. — ReutersTEHRAN: Iran's foreign minister will travel to Russia this week for talks on the country's nuclear programme, just days before a fresh round of indirect…
(2025-04-15). Trump warns Iran to abandon nuclear ambitions or face military strike. geo.tv 
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(2025-04-15). Iran's Khamenei cautious on nuclear talks with US, avoids optimism or pessimism. geo.tv 
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting in Tehran, Iran, March 21, 2025. — ReutersTehran approaches talks warily, doubtful of deal, wary of Trump.Engagement backed by leaders despite deep mistrust of US.Iran, US held positive talks in Oman;…
(2025-04-15). 'Desperate' Liberals urge Dutton to dump nuclear policy. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Iran's top diplomat to head to Russia after US nuclear talks. newarab.com 
Iran's foreign minister is to visit ally Russia this week to discuss nuclear negotiations with the On Saturday, Abbas Araghchi held talks with US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff in
(2025-04-15). Italy says Rome to host second round of US-Iran nuclear talks. newarab.com 
A second round of Iran and the US said they held "positive" and "constructive" talks in "We received a request from the int…
(2025-04-15). Zelensky Shuns Talks with Russia. dissidentvoice.org 
FILE PHOTO: Vladimir Zelensky. © Mert Gokhankoc / dia images via Getty Images Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky has cast doubt on the possibility of direct peace talks with Russia, citing the lack of trust between the two countries. His comments come as Moscow has accused Kiev of repeatedly violating a US-mediated agreement not to strike energy …
(2025-04-15). Trump's Info-Scrubbing Threatens the Public's Right-to-Know Our History. dissidentvoice.org 
Even veteran political observers are unclear about how far Donald Trump and his Submissives will go to exorcise America's history, and deny the public's right-to-know. The administration has already removed or altered historical and scientific information from federal websites. It also has launched plans to stop collecting significant environment-related data. A recent ProPublica headline reads: "Trump's EPA Plans to …
(2025-04-15). Daniel Noboa's Electoral Theft Will Cement Cartel and Corporate Control Over Ecuador. libya360.wordpress.com Oscar León President Daniel Noboa appears to have stolen Ecuador's election. He's now poised to consolidate control of a system that has benefitted cartels and multinational corporations — including his family business — at the expense of average Ecuadorians. And Washington likes what it sees. Watch The Grayzone's special video report on Noboa's well-documented ties…
(2025-04-15). El robo electoral de Daniel Noboa consolida el control de cárteles y corporaciones sobre Ecuador. thegrayzone.com El presidente Daniel Noboa parece haber robado las elecciones de Ecuador. Ahora se dispone a consolidar el control de un sistema que ha beneficiado a los cárteles y a las corporaciones multinacionales, incluyendo su empresa familiar, a costa del ciudadano común y corriente. Y a Washington le gusta lo que ve. Vea aquí el video especial de The Grayzone sobre los vínculos bien documentados de las empresas de Noboa con los cárteles transnacionales de la droga. El 13 de abril …
(2025-04-15). Renewed U.S. airstrikes pound Kamaran island and Al-Bayda. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- U.S. airstrikes have intensified across Yemen, targeting Houthi-held areas and escalating the ongoing conflict. American aircraft launched a new wave of raids on Kamaran Island in the Red Sea, west of Yemen, and on Al-Zaher District in Al-Bayda Governorate, central Yemen.According to media affiliated with Ansar Allah (the Houthis), more than 16 new U.S. raids struck Kamaran Island in Al-Hodeidah Governorate, just hours after 15 previous airstrikes hit the same area. #بران_برس (2025-04-15). Saudi envoy in Beirut for 'discreet' talks on Hezbollah arms. newarab.com 
The meeting, which took place in the presidential palace in Baabda, was not reported by the official news agencies in either country. | According to Lebanese daily L'Orient-Le Jour (OLJ), the meeting was "dis…
(2025-04-15). Elephant herd in zoo reacts to California earthquake to protect their young. aljazeera.com Video shows elephants huddling protectively around their young at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park during earthquake.
(2025-04-15). A day in Ward B. electronicintifada.net Newborns at a Khan Younis hospital need special care.
(2025-04-15). Elias Rahbani: A Lebanese musical icon. aljazeera.com The genius of Elias Rahbani who composed songs for some of the biggest stars in Lebanese music.
(2025-04-15). Amnesty urges Lebanon to drop case against Daraj, Megaphone. newarab.com 
(2025-04-15). Tariffs, Triffin and the dollar. cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). Debt data portal of debt justice. cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). Trumpism as the Nazism of our time! cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). Made in Sri Lanka, Taxed in America, and Failed by the IMF. cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). How do creditors respond to defaults? [Part 3]. cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). Trump tariffs seen from contradictory angles. cadtm.org
(2025-04-15). Brazil to host 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in June 2025. tvbrics.com 
The event aims to strengthen Global South cooperation…
(2025-04-15). BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre in Moscow to celebrate Nowruz. tvbrics.com 
Guests are expected to attend lectures, film screenings, an exhibition and a concert…
(2025-04-15). China's Harbin to host festival-fair "Made in Russia" tvbrics.com 
This is the fifth festival that the Russian Export Centre is holding in China…
(2025-04-15). China to launch country's largest humanoid robot training centre. tvbrics.com 
Facility in Shanghai will bring together more than 100 types of robots and will be able to generate up to 30,000 data records per day…
(2025-04-15). India's rooftop solar sector to surge 75% in two years. tvbrics.com 
With 8—13 GW of new capacity expected by 2027…
(2025-04-15). Indian Embassy in Russia: mutual tourist flow to exceed 450,000 people in 2025. tvbrics.com 
Moscow and New Delhi have also agreed on a simplified travel regime for athletes…
(2025-04-15). Moscow prepares to become centre of international film production. tvbrics.com 
Shooting of new projects will continue in 2025…
(2025-04-15). –ûver 800 Saudi companies invest US$34 billion in Egypt. tvbrics.com 
Saudi Arabia is Egypt's third-largest trading partner…
(2025-04-15). Participants of BRICS Youth Innovation Summit 2025 discuss role of innovation in creating sustainable future. tvbrics.com 
Key topics included food security, AI, digital transformation, and green technology…
(2025-04-15). UAE launches world's first AI-powered legislative intelligence office. tvbrics.com 
The system will analyse the economic and social impacts of laws in real time…
(2025-04-15). Zimbabwe to begin local production of solar panels and lithium batteries. tvbrics.com 
Zimbabwe promotes clean cooking solutions to improve public health and environmental sustainability…
(2025-04-15). Expert predicts that trade between Russia and Iran to grow to US$10 billion in 4 years. tvbrics.com 
He did not rule out Tehran joining the EAEU as a full member…
(2025-04-15). Iran develops nanofiber wound dressing with oak extract. tvbrics.com 
Tannin-powered nanofiber bandages promote tissue regeneration…
(2025-04-15). Nigeria adopts digital technology at airports. tvbrics.com 
The new digital visas at the country's major airports are designed to enhance security and simplify entry and exit processes…
(2025-04-15). Beijing pauses Boeing orders as trade war escalates. aljazeera.com Boeing's setback boosts competitiveness for rivals Airbus and COMAC in China.
(2025-04-15). Mark Zuckerberg back in US court amid push to break up Meta. aljazeera.com The last time the US Federal Trade Commission broke up a major corporation was AT&T, more than four decades ago.
(2025-04-15). France expels 12 Algerian officials as tensions escalate. aljazeera.com Move comes after Algeria expelled French diplomats, following France's arrest of an Algerian official linked to kidnap.
(2025-04-15). Harvard's $2.3bn gamble: What Trump demanded; how the university resisted. aljazeera.com
(2025-04-15). Jordan says it thwarts plot that threatened national security. aljazeera.com Sixteen arrested as authorities say they have foiled a plot that involved explosives and a drone factory.
(2025-04-15). Pakistan accelerates deportation of Afghans: UN. aljazeera.com Nearly 60,000 people have crossed back into Afghanistan since the start of April.
(2025-04-15). Trump-China trade war: Which US companies could be worst hit. aljazeera.com Tech companies, fashion firms and agribusinesses face body blows from Trump's eye-watering tariffs on China.
(2025-04-15). Wave of 'coordinated attacks' targets French prisons. aljazeera.com Antiterrorism office launches inquiry into attacks featuring gunshots and arson thought to be linked to drug gangs.
(2025-04-15). US employers abandoned their DEI commitments long before Trump took office. aljazeera.com In 2024, CAIR registered the highest number of complaints of employment discrimination in its history.
(2025-04-15). Pakistan police bus bombing kills three. aljazeera.com Three police officers were killed and 18 others injured in a remote-controlled bomb attack on a police bus in Pakistan.
(2025-04-15). Severe sandstorms engulf southern Iraq. aljazeera.com
(2025-04-15). Two years into Sudan's civil war, what lies ahead? aljazeera.com Two years into Sudan's civil war, civilians in Darfur are under siege as peace talks stall and violence escalates.
(2025-04-15). Who is Gout Gout, Australia's record-breaking teenage sprint sensation? aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's lowdown on the 17-year-old sprinter of South Sudanese heritage who is drawing comparisons with Usain Bolt.
(2025-04-15). US increases forces near Iran. aljazeera.com In this episode of Project Force, @AlexGatopoulos looks the military threat that accompanies negotiations…
(2025-04-15). Trump moves closer to semiconductor tariffs, floats pause on auto duties. aljazeera.com US president says he is looking at offering relief to automakers as they adjust their supply chains.
(2025-04-15). Amnesty International launches Hong Kong office overseas. aljazeera.com Amnesty International Hong Kong Overseas will be led by Hong Kong activists operating from different countries.
(2025-04-15). Attacks in Sudan's Darfur kill at least 300 as grim anniversary passes: UN. aljazeera.com Deaths and displacement continue to rise as Sudan marks two years of vicious conflict.
(2025-04-15). China accuses US of launching cyberattacks during Asian Winter Games. aljazeera.com Chinese police add three alleged NSA agents to a wanted list over 'advanced' attacks.
(2025-04-15). Did US courts back Kilmar Abrego Garcia's El Salvador deportation? aljazeera.com Trump, Bukele reject ruling to return the Salvadoran man who was mistakenly deported by the US.
(2025-04-15). Harvard University defies Trump's demands, faces $2.3bn in funding cuts. aljazeera.com The Ivy League school becomes first US university to defy Trump administration's demands after campus protests.
(2025-04-15). Singapore to hold election on May 3 in first electoral test for PM Wong. aljazeera.com Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says city-state is at a 'critical juncture' amid global uncertainties.
(2025-04-15). Trump eyes deportation of 'homegrown criminals' to El Salvador. aljazeera.com After deporting foreign passport holders to notorious Central American prison, president hints US citizens could follow.
(2025-04-15). Why are so many women being killed? aljazeera.com "They were already burying her when she found her daughter."
(2025-04-15). Real Madrid vs Arsenal — UEFA Champions League: Start, team news, lineups. aljazeera.com
(2025-04-15). Sudan's war is a humanitarian disaster. aljazeera.com Sudan is living through one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. For millions, survival is all that's left.
(2025-04-15). The Dark Side of Conservation | True Crime Reports. aljazeera.com How far will Western powers go for conservation?>
(2025-04-15). Perfume, Power and Emmanuel Macron. counterpunch.org Apparently, he is addicted to it. The French President, Emmanuel Macron, adores using perfume. The variety: Dior Eau Sauvage. Dior states that the perfume is characterised by notes of Calabrian bergamot and Papua New Guinean vanilla extract. The company is also keen to glorify elements of power and nobility in the scent. Apparently, the use
(2025-04-15). Incoming EU Foreign Minister Approves Of Breaking Russia Into Smaller States. defenddemocracy.press Billy Haller* August 6, 2024 Footage from the 2024 Lennart Meri Conference held in May in Tallinn, Estonia seems to reveal a new goalpost for the E.U. in regards to the Ukraine-Russia conflict. The former Estonian Prime Minister and incoming E.U. foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas spoke before the conference asserting that "Russia's defeat is …
(2025-04-15). Fugitive rhino poacher sentenced to 110 years' imprisonment. sanews.gov.za Fugitive rhino poacher sentenced to 110 years' imprisonment | In a major breakthrough in the fight against rhino poaching and wildlife-related crimes, a 54-year-old Zimbabwean national and wanted fugitive, Thomas Chauke, also known as Sazu Nkambuya, has been convicted and sentenced to 110 years' imprisonment by the Makhanda High Court. | This follows an extensive and meticulous investigation by detectives from the South African Police Service (SAPS) Head Office, Stock Theft and Endangered Species (STES) Unit. | Chauke was found guilty on six counts related to rhino poaching and wildlife related crimes, as well as…
(2025-04-15). Breaking Stereotypes: More men join nursing. independent.co.ug 
Despite historical biases, men are increasingly becoming a vital part of the nursing workforce — delivering compassionate care and technical expertise equal to their female counterparts. Kampala, Uganda |THE INDEPENDENT | Richard Masereka is changing careers — from driving to nursing. A former professional driver with Kira Motors, Masereka has enrolled as a student at …
(2025-04-15). American Efforts to Separate Russia from China are Doomed to Fail. defenddemocracy.press by José Niño Mar 20, 2025 Since Donald Trump returned to the White House on January 20, 2025, there was an initial sense of hope that he would wind down the conflict in Ukraine. However, continued flows of military aid to Ukraine and slow progress in the negotiations still make a lasting peace settlement a distant prospect. The …
(2025-04-15). In Trade War With the US, China Holds a Lot More Cards Than Trump May Think ‚àí in Fact, It Might Have a Winning Hand. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-15). The challenges of decoupling manufacturing from China. onlineopinion.com.au As corporation profits soared, the towns and cities that once supported these corporation's factories became desolate wastelands. America is full of 'almost' ghost-towns that have become ghettos for the unemployed.
(2025-04-15). China is using cobalt from the DRC to power the green energy transition. But at what cost? globalvoices.org 
(2025-04-15). China hits back at Trump by tightening exports of rare earths. wsws.org The new restrictions, which will impact on the US auto industry and military contractors, appear to be the most significant retaliatory measure by China so far.
(2025-04-15). China's Southeast Asia Diplomatic Tour: Xi Advocates Free Trade Amid Global Tensions. devdiscourse.com Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off a diplomatic tour of Southeast Asia, emphasizing China's position as a stabilizing force and advocating for free trade amid global tensions. The tour included notable stops in Vietnam and Malaysia.
(2025-04-15). Teemu Ruskola: The Making of the Chinese Working Class. newleftreview.org Drawing inspiration from Edward Thompson's classic study, a comparative analysis of the forces that have shaped and re-shaped China's labouring masses, as wave upon wave of 'new enclosures' complete the proletarianization of the peasantry.
(2025-04-15). 'Barbarian must not…': China says will never bow to tariff blackmail. ummid.com In a strongest response to Donald Trump's pressure tactics, China Friday April 11, 2025 called the U.S. President 'barbarian' and said Beijing will never bow to tariff blackmail and trade war threats.
(2025-04-15). Canada eyes China-style gains in Africa with first-ever strategy. independent.co.ug 
Canada debuts its first-ever strategy for Africa, as Ottawa seeks to diversify markets and blunt geopolitical shocks amid rising trade tensions with Washington. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Early in March, Canada unveiled its much-touted Global Africa Strategy in a subdued Toronto event, timed eight days before a cabinet reshuffle and just weeks ahead …
(2025-04-15). Xi Jinping and his 'ironclad friends' from Cambodia. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING | Chang Yuan & Liu Chang — Xinhua | In February 2023, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted then Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen at the Diaoyutai State Guest House in Beijing, an appointment between the two old friends. Back in early 2020, Hun Sen visited Beijing as China was battling the …
(2025-04-15). China deepens reforms to improve digital innovation. ecns.cn China will ratchet up efforts to deepen reforms related to the market-oriented allocation of data elements and improve the basic systems for data, as part of its broader drive to facilitate the development of the digital economy this year.
(2025-04-15). China's Supreme Court holds public hearing on Sino-foreign commercial dispute. ecns.cn The Second International Commercial Court of the Supreme People's Court held a public hearing in Shanghai on April 10 for a commercial dispute involving Chinese and foreign shareholders and directors over contributions.
(2025-04-15). China's Yellow River basin implements first judicial carbon credit transaction. ecns.cn China's Yellow River basin implemented its first judicial carbon credit transaction related to soil and water conservation, according to the Yellow River Conservancy Commission (YRCC) of the Ministry of Water Resources on Monday.
(2025-04-15). In Numbers: China-Vietnam relations. ecns.cn China and Vietnam are friendly socialist neighbours sharing the same ideals and extensive strategic interests. The profound friendship between the two parties and two peoples, forged decades ago, has grown stronger.
(2025-04-15). China opens first high-altitude, cross-regional hydrogen heavy-duty truck route. ecns.cn China launched its first high-altitude, cross-regional hydrogen heavy-duty truck route on the Western Land-Sea Corridor in Chongqing on Monday, marking the official opening of the "Hydrogen Corridor" along the corridor.
(2025-04-15). EconoScope | China's foreign trade maintains strong momentum with record Q1 highs. ecns.cn In the first quarter of 2025, China not only maintained steady growth in imports and exports but also achieved multiple record highs, according to data from its General Administration of Customs (GAC) on Monday in Beijing.
(2025-04-15). China delivers world's largest dual-fuel container ship in Shanghai. ecns.cn China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) announced that the world's largest dual-fuel container ship, with a capacity of 24,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), was delivered in Shanghai on Tuesday.
(2025-04-15). Shared drones deployed in NE China's Dalian. ecns.cn A batch of shared drones debuted at the Xinghai Park in Shahekou District in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, on Monday.
(2025-04-15). China retains trade surplus with ASEAN, EU, U.S. from 2022 to 2024: report. ecns.cn From January 2022 to December 2024, China maintained a significant trade surplus with ASEAN, the European Union, the United States, and Mexico, while recording a noticeable trade deficit with Australia and South Korea, according to a recent Fudan University report.
(2025-04-15). Shanghai metro achieves full 5G coverage across entire network. ecns.cn Shanghai has become China's first megacity to achieve full 5G coverage across its entire metro system, officials announced Tuesday, marking a major step in upgrading urban transit connectivity and smart operations.
(2025-04-15). China-Vietnam ties hitting right note. ecns.cn The two countries celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges, which Quan said is an important milestone.
(2025-04-15). Xi says people's support forms solid foundation for China-Vietnam community with shared future. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that the endorsement and support of the peoples of both countries provide a solid foundation for building a China-Vietnam community with a shared future.
(2025-04-15). Xi urges youth in China, Vietnam to contribute to building of community with shared future. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday urged young people in China and Vietnam to pool their strength of youth for the respective socialist causes of the two countries and the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
(2025-04-15). Xi says China-Vietnam relations rooted in, sustained by and empowered by the people. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that China-Vietnam relations are rooted in the people, sustained by the people and empowered by the people.
(2025-04-15). Xi says he has full confidence in future of China-Vietnam ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that he has full confidence in the future of China-Vietnam relations.
(2025-04-15). Xi calls on China, Vietnam to jointly oppose power politics, unilateralism. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday urged China and Vietnam to jointly oppose power politics and unilateralism.
(2025-04-15). China defends South China Sea name after Google Maps update. ecns.cn Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Tuesday that for a long time, the South China Sea has been a universally recognized place name accepted by the international community, including countries and organizations such as the United Nations.
(2025-04-15). China sees 33.4% growth in foreign visitors in Q1. ecns.cn In the first quarter of 2025, China's immigration authorities processed 163 million passenger trips, marking a 15.3 percent increase year-on-year, according to the National Immigration Administration on Tuesday.
(2025-04-15). China launches campaign to tackle malicious short-video marketing. ecns.cn China's cyberspace administration launched a 3-month campaign to crack down on malicious marketing in the short-video sector to foster a clean and healthy online environment.
(2025-04-15). MSD's nine-valent HPV vaccine approved for use in males in China. ecns.cn United States-based global pharmaceutical company MSD said on Monday that China's National Medical Products Administration has approved the use of multiple new indications of Gardasil Æ9, its nine-valent HPV vaccine, in males between 16 and 26 years old.
(2025-04-15). China targets obesity reduction, rural health, TCM services by 2030. ecns.cn China plans to curb the upward trend of obesity and overweight prevalence, narrow the gap in health levels between urban and rural residents and provide full-life-cycle traditional Chinese medicine services across the entire population by 2030.
(2025-04-15). In numbers: Economic trade and pragmatic cooperation between China and Malaysia. ecns.cn China and Cambodia continue to strengthen their long-standing partnership, marked by high-level diplomatic exchanges, expanding trade, and deepening cooperation across diverse fields.
(2025-04-15). Direct File is Government Efficiency At Work, Says Groundwork's Richards. commondreams.org
(2025-04-15). Bezos Versus Musk: Which Billionaire Will Trash Space the Most? counterpunch.org 
Amazon's Project Kuiper is sending its first satellites into space. The company's founder and executive chair, Jeff Bezos, seems keen to challenge all things Musk—including Elon's SpaceX Starlink system. | The satellites in Amazon's $10 billion-plus Kuiper Atlas project are being launched with the Lockheed Martin-designed Atlas V rocket, at Cape Canaveral's Space Force Station.
(2025-04-15). What Happens When Russian and Ukrainian Soldiers Come Home? counterpunch.org 
Two years into his prison term for a 2020 murder, Ivan Rossomakhin was recruited into a Russian private military company (PMC) in exchange for freedom. He returned home from Ukraine in 2023and, within days, killed an 85-year-old woman in a nearby town. One week after beginning his new sentence in August 2024, he was redrafted and sent back
(2025-04-15). A program for ninth-graders in Philly schools helps boost graduation rates. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Northeast High School students Amaya Sims, Bekzod Davronov and Michael Malebranche had different challenges going into high school. | Malebranche, who started ninth grade after a year of the COVID-19 lockdown, struggled with social anxiety. Sims battled stress and Davronov had family obligations that occupied his mind. | All three said their time at
(2025-04-15). Democracy Now! 2025-04-15 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for April 15, 2025; Liberation Seder: Hundreds of Jewish Protesters Demand Release of Foreign Students Abducted by ICE; Trump Weighs Expelling U.S. Citizens as Salvadoran Pres. Says He Won't Return Wrongfully Removed Man; Cover-Up in Ecuador? Disputed Presidential Election Rocked by New Allegation from 2023 Assassination; "The Dark Money Game": Director Alex Gibney on How Citizens United Ushered in "Legalized Corruption" | Headlines for April 15, 2025; Liberation Seder: Hundreds of Jewish Protesters Demand Release of Foreign Students Abducted by ICE; Trump Weighs Expelling U.
(2025-04-15). "The Dark Money Game" : Director Alex Gibney on How Citizens United Ushered in "Legalized Corruption" democracynow.org 
A new set of documentaries directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney premieres April 15 and April 16 on HBO. The films in The Dark Money Game series investigate the origins and impacts of campaign finance in the U.S. "Our country is being run by a small group of people who have an enormous amount of money, and they dominate our politics," says Gibney. "It's almost as if bribery has become utterly legalized. It's pay to play. It's quid pro quo."…
(2025-04-15). Poorest Countries, Global Working Class Face Worst Impacts of Trump's Tariffs. democracynow.org Global stocks continue to fall, and fears of a recession are growing, after Donald Trump rejected calls to scale back his order to institute sweeping tariffs on most of the world.
(2025-04-15). Alex Gibney Follows Dark Money in Politics in HBO Docs: "Ohio Confidential" & "Wealth of the Wicked" democracynow.org In Part 2 of our conversation with Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney, he discusses in detail his new set of documentaries that premiere April 15 and April 16 on HBO in The Dark Money Game series, which investigate the origins and impacts of campaign finance in the U.S. Building on reporting by Jane Mayer of The New Yorker, in Ohio Confidential, he tracks the corruption case of former Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder, and in Wealth of the Wicked, he looks at the history of campaign financing and what led up to the Citizens United decision of 2010.
(2025-04-15). BMA Commissioner to monitor movements at Lebombo ahead of Easter weekend. sanews.gov.za BMA Commissioner to monitor movements at Lebombo ahead of Easter weekend | The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, will be on the ground to monitor the accelerated security control measures at the Lebombo port of entry before the Easter holidays. | As the third law enforcement service in the Republic, the BMA has also deployed drones and body-worn cameras for additional technological support. | Masiapato will monitor deployments and traveller movements. | Most of the ports not operating for 24 hours have adjusted their service hours for the Easter holidays. | "Commissioner…
(2025-04-15). Jordan foils major terror plot involving missiles, drones, and explosives. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Jordanian authorities announced they have successfully thwarted a major terrorist plot involving 16 individuals accused of planning to destabilize national security and incite internal chaos.In an official statement shared via the Jordanian government's X account, the General Intelligence Department confirmed that the suspects were involved in a series of security-related activities, which had been under close surveillance since 2021.ÿ£ÿ≠ÿ®ÿ∑ÿ™ ÿØÿßÿ¶ÿ±ÿ© ÿߟџÖÿ&A…
(2025-04-15). Ukraine launches new massive drone attacks over Russian regions. plenglish.com Moscow, Apr 15 (Prensa Latina) The air defense systems destroyed in the last day 115 Ukrainian drone attacks that targeted five Russian southwestern regions, the Defense Ministry informed on Tuesday.
(2025-04-15). By attacking Kursk, Ukraine renounced to peace talks; Russia says. plenglish.com Moscow, Apr 15 (Prensa Latina) The massive attack of Ukrainian drones against Russia has shown that Kiev has no intention to cease fire and embark on the road to a peaceful solution, declared today the diplomat Rodion Miroshnik.
(2025-04-15). 137th Canton Fair to open with over 200,000 overseas buyers pre-registered. ecns.cn
(2025-04-15). Chinese team develops wearable AI-assisted navigation system for the visually impaired. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has developed a wearable artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted system designed to help blind and visually impaired individuals navigate their surroundings.
(2025-04-15). Four Chinese students sue Trump administration over revoked visas. ecns.cn Four Chinese students from top U.S. universities, including the University of California, Berkeley and Carnegie Mellon University, have sued the Trump administration on Friday over its abrupt termination of their visas, citing opaque national security grounds and demanding an immediate reversal of the policy.
(2025-04-15). Yunnan flower fragrance spreads in Vietnam. ecns.cn On March 20, 2025, 900 fresh-cut calla lilies from Lijiang Modern Floriculture Industrial Park were exported to Vietnam via a direct Lijiang—Ho Chi Minh City flight, after passing inspection by Lijiang Customs.
(2025-04-15). Comicomment: Screen off, truth on. ecns.cn On March 15 local time, Michael Abramowitz, director of Voice of America (VOA), an international broadcaster whose parent agency is the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM), confirmed on social media that he and "virtually the entire staff" of 1,300 had been placed on leave.
(2025-04-15). Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian's regular press conference on April 15, 2025. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian addressed a regular press conference on Tuesday. The following is the full script.
(2025-04-15). (W.E. Talk) Global efforts required to repair multilateralism damaged by U.S. 'reciprocal tariffs'. ecns.cn Despite significant criticism and heightened market volatility following recent tariff increases, the U.S. government confirmed that tariff rates on Chinese imports have risen sharply.
(2025-04-15). The aroma of Chinese Lamian noodles wafts across the world. ecns.cn The 2025 "Beauty in Unity" Qinghai Food Debut was held in Beijing on Friday. The event invited experts from Beijing, along with officials from Qinghai Province and Lamian entrepreneurs. | A forum was also held, featuring discussions on over ten themes,including "The Cultural History and Everyday Warmth in Lamian".
(2025-04-15). Autism, Made in the USA. globalresearch.ca [This article was first published in December 2024.] | Over the past few decades, the dramatic increase in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), now diagnosed in 1 in every 36 children, has often been attributed to improved definitions for ASD and diagnostic …
(2025-04-15). U.S. Aid Cuts Impact Landmine Programs In Colombia, Posing 'Imminent Risk' To Civilians. latintimes.com As much as 50% of humanitarian demining projects have been suspended in Colombia due to the Trump administration's funding freeze in January…
(2025-04-15). The 23rd International Committee of the Red Cross Essay Competition for East African Universities. icrc.org Building a Culture of Respect for International Humanitarian Law (IHL): Challenges and Prospects…
(2025-04-15). Humanitarian Report 2025: the situation in Colombia reached its most critical point in eight years in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-free world. icrc.org Joint statement by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden National Red Cross Societies…
(2025-04-15). UN: More than 300 civilians killed in attacks on Sudan's displaced camp. independent.co.ug 
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | Local sources reported more than 300 civilians were killed in attacks on Sudan's famine-distressed Zamzam displacement camp, UN humanitarians said on Monday. The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said it is gravely concerned by reports of mass casualties and large-scale displacement following intense fighting on Friday …
(2025-04-15). Afghanistan: Communities still endangered by mines and unexploded ordnance. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). The constant danger of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Empress Shōken Fund announces grants in 2025 to support Red Cross and Red Crescent projects in 17 countries. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Ethiopia: Raising awareness about weapon contamination among schoolchildren in Oromia. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Frequently asked questions on the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or 'Ottawa Treaty'. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). ICRC in South Sudan. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation – Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April 2025. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Two years of devastation in Sudan: A civilian toll that cannot be ignored. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). A Week in Ukraine. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Landmines and explosive remnants cast a long shadow over Iraq amid recovery efforts. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Myanmar: ICRC calls for courageous decisions to bring respite to suffering communities. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Senior police officials from 63 countries meet in Colombia to strengthen the implementation of international standards in police operations. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Somalia: Frontline hospitals under pressure as fighting escalates. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Sudan: ICRC president warns of dire consequences if war in Sudan rages unabated for third year. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Sudan: "We have nothing to go back to" — new report sheds light on two years of devastation in Sudan. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). The ICRC's Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons. icrc.org
(2025-04-15). Government marks Indigenous Tree Day. sanews.gov.za Government marks Indigenous Tree Day | Government and its partners planted indigenous trees at various sites across the country on Tuesday to commemorate Indigenous Tree Day. | Tree planting activities took place at all 11 National Botanical Gardens, two National Zoological Gardens, three Municipality Botanical Gardens and one Zoological Garden. | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) in partnership with the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ), International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the Association of Parks and Re…
(2025-04-15). Ecuador's Contested Presidential Election Rocked by New Cover-Up Allegations. truthout.org As Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa claims victory in a contested election, Noboa's leftist rival Luisa González is challenging the results, calling Noboa a "dictator" who committed election fraud to be reelected. The widow of former candidate Fernando Villavicencio also released a new video seemingly confirming allegations that Noboa had been involved in an attempt to frame a third candidate for… |
(2025-04-15). Myth vs. fact: Are cuts to trans health research beneficial to the working class? liberationnews.org 
Great discoveries in medicine were made because marginalized groups were included research.
(2025-04-15). How can we fix the tax system in the US? Abolish the billionaires! liberationnews.org 
The tax system should be a tool to make sure that programs for working people have the funding they need.
(2025-04-15). Perry Anderson: Idées-forces. newleftreview.org What weight should be given to the role of ideas in moments of radical change, as opposed to that of material interests and forces? From the Reformation to the Enlightenment, rise of Marxism and hegemony of neoliberalism, lessons for a system-changing left.
(2025-04-15). Ten National Unions Call for Anti-Trump Resistance. internationalviewpoint.org Ten national unions and dozens of locals representing more than 3 million members have issued a joint statement demanding the release of immigrant workers recently snatched by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. | – | / |
(2025-04-15). La Cina combatterà fino alla fine per il nuovo ordine multipolare. strategic-culture.su "La Cina non vuole combattere guerre commerciali e sui dazi, ma non si tirerà indietro quando scoppierà una guerra commerciale e tariffaria" | Segue nostro "La Cina non vuole combattere guerre commerciali e sui dazi, ma non si tirerà indietro quando scoppierà una guerra commerciale e tariffaria". Queste le prime dichiarazioni del portavoce del Ministero degli Esteri cinese Lin Jian durante una conferenza stampa di routine in risposta a u…
(2025-04-15). White House Proposes Drastic Cuts To State Department And Funding For UN, NATO And Other Groups. menafn.com (MENAFN – Kashmir Observer) Washington- The White House's Office of Management and Budget has proposed gutting the State Department's budget by almost 50 per cent, closing a number of overseas …
(2025-04-15). Ukraine's NATO-backed Kursk invasion ends in failure. wsws.org The failure of Ukraine's NATO-backed invasion of Russian territory has intensified infighting within the Ukrainian ruling class and state.
(2025-04-15). Pentagon Accused of Turning Blind Eye to Extremism in Ranks as Soldier Revealed to be Neo-Nazi TikTok Follower: 'Should Be End of His Career'. latintimes.com The Pentagon inspector general scrapped plans in February to investigate the military's training for countering extremism by groups like Proud Boys and Oath Keepers in the ranks…
(2025-04-15). WSWS reporter Evan Blake interviewed on Trump's fascist attacks on science. wsws.org In an interview with WBAI's "Frontline Voices," Evan Blake speaks to the historic significance of the Trump administration's attacks on science, the threat of new pandemics, and the urgent need for socialist public health.
(2025-04-15). Mexican Authorities Report 362 Measles Cases. plenglish.com Mexico City, April 15 (Prensa Latina) Mexico has recorded a total of 362 measles cases to date, most of them in the northern state of Chihuahua, bordering the United States, and one death, Health Secretary David Kershenobich reported.
(2025-04-15). US Tariffs Surge Guatemalan Exports Daily. plenglish.com Guatemala City, April 15 (Prensa Latina) The 10 percent tariffs imposed by the United States on Guatemala represent an additional $1.2 million per day to the value of exports, a local media outlet reported here today.
(2025-04-15). Cuba remembers airport bombings prior to mercenary US invasion. plenglish.com Havana, April 15 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero today recalled the bombings of the country's airports in 1961, which preceded the mercenary invasion at Playa Girón, supported by the United States government.
(2025-04-15). Mexico to Discuss Tomato Countervailing US Duty. plenglish.com Mexico City, April 15 (Prensa Latina) Mexico will begin talks to avoid a 20.91 percent countervailing duty announced by the United States on tomatoes from that country, warning that if it is implemented, consumers would pay more for the product.
(2025-04-15). Djibouti hosts regional conference on climate change. plenglish.com Djibouti, Apr 15 (Prensa Latina) The Climate Change Research and Resilience (2CR2) Conference was officially launched on Tuesday in Djibouti, a regional event that brings together experts from around the world to discuss the latest advances in climate and environmental research.
(2025-04-15). Algeria completes African Union Peace and Security Council. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, April 15 (Prensa Latina) Algeria won the elections as the representative of the northern part of the continent to complete the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council for a three-year term.
(2025-04-15). Chile begins wearing masks in emergency centers. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, April 15 (Prensa Latina) — Starting today, Chile will enforce mandatory mask-wearing in emergency care settings, both public and private, in response to the rise in respiratory viruses.
(2025-04-15). Skiers Turn Astronauts at Siberia's GrelkaFest. thinktank.pk Hundreds of winter sports enthusiasts transformed the snowy slopes of Sheregesh resort in Siberia into a cosmic celebration this weekend, donning alien outfits, astronaut suits, and glowing neon costumes to mark Russia's Cosmonautics Day in true out-of-this-world fashion. The vibrant event was part of GrelkaFest, an annual high-altitude festival that blends skiing, live music, themed …
(2025-04-15). No Tariffs, Just Trust: What's Going on Between Trump and Russia? thinktank.pk 
Statements from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, as published in Kommersant, suggest that Moscow differentiates Trump from other American leaders, praising his pragmatism and "common-sense" diplomacy. Why Are Russians Trusting Trump? According to Lavrov's recent interview: "Trump has repeatedly said that the colossal mistake which led to the current events in Ukraine was the Biden …
(2025-04-15). What does the restoration of U.S.-Russia relations really mean? strategic-culture.su Both countries are interested, for different reasons, in resuming bilateral ties. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Recently, <...
(2025-04-15). Incoming German chancellor intends to send Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine. wsws.org The Russian government would see the delivery and use of this weapon as a declaration of war. No one can guarantee that it will not respond with attacks on German targets.
(2025-04-15). Developed: Batteries that operate at -50 ∞C and below. ummid.com A team of Russian scientists and researchers has developed batteries capable of operating under extreme weather conditions at temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees Celsius and below.
(2025-04-15). Friedrich Merz: the most dangerous German leader since Adolf Hitler. gilbertdoctorow.com In the past several weeks, I have repeatedly called out the destructive role of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron as they try, by hook or crook, to build a 'Coalition of the Willing' that would send troops to Ukraine to create a deterrent against 'further Russian aggression' at some point …
(2025-04-15). Election Diary: For A Few Hours, It Seemed Possible The Russians Might Be Coming. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | For a few hours on Tuesday afternoon, it seemed just possible the Russians might be sending their planes to a base very near us. | A claim on the military and intelligence …
(2025-04-15). Does Russia Have Military Interest In Indonesia? Here's What We Know And Why Australia Would Be Concerned. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A news report that Russia has sought to base long-range aircraft in Indonesia caught Australia's political leaders by surprise during an already hectic election …
(2025-04-15). Lamola arrives in Russia for working visit. sanews.gov.za Lamola arrives in Russia for working visit | Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, arrived in Moscow, Russia, on Monday for a two-day working visit. | During his trip, Lamola will preside over the 18th Inter-Governmental Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation, a structured mechanism for coordinating economic and trade relations between South Africa and Russia. | In addition, he is scheduled to hold political consultations with his counterpart, Minister Sergey Lavrov. | According to the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, the Minister is also expected to visit t…
(2025-04-15). Alfred McCoy: Fortress America. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-15). Jeffrey Sachs: Giving Birth to the New International Order. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-15). State Department Found No Evidence of DHS's Reasons for Abducting Tufts Student. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-15). Serbian students cycle to Strasbourg, Macron prefers to receive the autocrat. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-04-15). On A Lighter Note. smoothiex12.blogspot.com This is universal, alright. The story of my life))
(2025-04-15). Photos: Socialist Alliance launches NSW Senate campaign in Western Sydney. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). A socialist response to the Trump trade war. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Labour minister tells Unite to call off Birmingham bin strike and 'accept the deal'. leftfootforward.org "The images are awful and people have enough to worry about in their lives without having to worry about rubbish collection alongside it…"
(2025-04-15). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org A general strike called to oppose the policies of the fascist Milei largely paralyzed Argentina April 10 while 3,000 city workers in Lages, Santa Catalina state in Brazil have walked out over contract issues.
theatlantic.com (2025-04-15). Trump Dares the Supreme Court to Do SomethingComment: Trump and Bukele: Disgusting fascistic birds of a feather
Donald Trump took one step closer to openly defying an order from the Supreme Court today-effectively daring the justices to defend the law or pack up and go home.
(2025-04-15). Supreme Court Intervention Sought in West Bengal Waqf Act Violence. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court has received two petitions demanding a court-monitored investigation into the unrest in West Bengal following the enactment of the Waqf (Amendment) Act. Incidents of violence have erupted in the Bhangar region, though authorities claim order is restored in Murshidabad.
(2025-04-15). Supreme Court Calls for Fresh Review on Lawyer Senior Designations. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court has ordered the Delhi High Court to re-evaluate applications for senior lawyer designations previously rejected or deferred. This directive follows concerns that marks given by one member of the evaluation committee were overlooked, as per the Supreme Court's observations.
(2025-04-15). Trump and Bukele defy Supreme Court as Maryland resident remains imprisoned in El Salvador. nationofchange.org Despite unanimous Supreme Court ruling, Kilmar Abrego Garcia remains detained in El Salvador as leaders claim powerlessness to bring him home.
(2025-04-15). Afghan executed in Mecca for smuggling heroin into Saudi Arabia. newarab.com 
According to the ministry, Suleimani was apprehended by border security while trying to bring the drug into the country by ingesting it – a method commonly referred to as "body packing". | Following an investigation, he was formally charged, detained, and sentenced to death by the Supreme Court. A royal order was subsequently issued to carry out the execu…
(2025-04-15). The Trump Administration's Lie Detector Dragnet. thedissenter.org The use of lie detector tests to identify alleged leakers has added to the climate of fear under Trump. Yet they can easily misidentify people.
(2025-04-15). You Only Get What You're Organized to Take. tomdispatch.com The day after Donald Trump won the 2024 election, the 10 richest people in the world — including nine Americans — expanded their wealth by nearly $64 billion, the greatest single-day increase in recorded history. Since then, an unholy marriage of billionaire investors, tech bros, Christian nationalists, and, of course, Donald Trump has staged an oligarchic assault on our democracy. If the nation's corporate elite once leveraged their relationships within government to enrich themselves, they've now cut out the middleman. We're living in a new Gilded Age, with a proto-fascistic and religiously regressi…
(2025-04-15). Solidarity Is the Core of Our Movements — It's Also Messier Than We Often Admit. truthout.org "We are all led to solidarity by a complicated array of emotional, political, material and coincidental experiences," novelist, activist and AIDS historian Sarah Schulman told me recently as we discussed her new book, The Fantasy and Necessity of Solidarity. "What really matters in the end is what we conclude from all these influences." Her reflections on the importance of solidarity are… |
(2025-04-15). Big Oil Is Taking a Page From Gun Manufacturers' Immunity Playbook. truthout.org Big Oil is reportedly lobbying Congress to grant their industry legal protection against a growing number of lawsuits that, if successful, could make oil and gas companies pay billions of dollars for deceiving the public about the dangers of fossil fuels. In the most extreme scenario, Big Oil could follow the example of an industry that won a near-blanket immunity from Congress two decades ago… |
(2025-04-15). Sanders Dubs Trump's Defiance of SCOTUS Order "New Step" Toward Authoritarianism. truthout.org Sen. Bernie Sanders warned late Monday that President Donald Trump's open refusal to comply with court orders requiring him to bring home a Maryland resident his administration wrongly deported represents "just another step forward" in his "move toward authoritarianism." "Just a few weeks ago, the Trump administration admitted that the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia… |
(2025-04-15). The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival" truthout.org The day after Donald Trump won the 2024 election, the 10 richest people in the world — including nine Americans — expanded their wealth by nearly $64 billion, the greatest single-day increase in recorded history. Since then, an unholy marriage of billionaire investors, tech bros, Christian nationalists, and, of course, Donald Trump has staged an oligarchic assault on our democracy. If the nation's… |
(2025-04-15). Few Programs Linked to Medicaid Work Requirements Help Enrollees Find Jobs. truthout.org For many years, Eric Wunderlin's health issues made it hard to find stable employment. Struggling to manage depression and diabetes, Wunderlin worked part-time, minimum-wage retail jobs around Dayton, Ohio, making so little he said he sometimes had to choose between paying rent and buying food. But in 2018, his CareSource Medicaid health plan offered him help getting a job. |
(2025-04-15). Nurse Charged With Inmate's Death Remains Free Between Court Appearances. unicornriot.ninja 
(2025-04-15). Chicago Teachers Union, Democrats push through 4-year deal by concealing coming cuts. wsws.org Large sections of educators had no confidence that the Chicago Teachers Union would bring back a better deal, let alone lead a fight against Trump.
(2025-04-15). In meeting with Bukele, Trump bars return of Abrego Garcia, threatens deportation of US citizens. wsws.org Trump beamed as the Salvadoran dictator declared it would be "preposterous" to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the wrongly deported father of three, to the United States.
(2025-04-15). Webinar with David North: "It's happening here: Fascism in 1933 Germany and today" wsws.org On Tuesday, April 15, WSWS International Editorial Board chairman David North will take part in this critical webinar hosted by San Diego State University Political Science Professor Emanuele Saccarelli.
(2025-04-15). Chinese president in South East Asia to counter US economic warfare. wsws.org In Vietnam, Xi hit out indirectly at the Trump administration's policies, warning there were "no winners in trade wars or tariff wars, and protectionism leads nowhere."
(2025-04-15). Furore over New Zealand Green MP's criticisms of police. wsws.org Despite the right-wing backlash, the Green MP's contention that reforms and "alternatives" to the police are possible within the capitalist system is bankrupt.
(2025-04-15). France: The CGT Union Backs Brussel's War Agenda. defenddemocracy.press 
Alain Marshal Apr.13, 2025 For Sophie Binet, the CGT Must Join the Sacred Union! By Jean-Pierre PAGE, former Head of the CGT's international department The CGT (General Confederation of Labour) is one of the largest, oldest, and most influential trade unions in France. Sophie Binet is its Secretary General since 2023. Source: Le Grand Soir, March 28, …
(2025-04-15). Liz Truss to launch her own 'free speech' social media platform similar to Trump's 'Truth Social'. leftfootforward.org Disgraced former Prime Minister Liz Truss, who was booted out of office after just 49 days, is set to launch her own 'free speech' social media platform this summer. | Truss, who has never accepted responsibility for her disastrous mini-budget which sent markets into turmoil and the pound crashing as well as adding hundreds of pounds to peoples' mortgages, has always blamed the 'deep state' and others for her downfall. | Despite her policies and ideas being discredited, Truss has chosen to double down rather than engage in a period of self-reflection. | She has continuously tried to whip up a moral panic, writ…
(2025-04-15). Reform UK refuses to drop candidate over racist social media post. leftfootforward.org A Reform UK local election candidate and deputy chair for North West Leicestershire has shared racist views online in the past, but that's not enough for Reform to drop him as a candidate. | In 2013, Coalville North candidate Elliott Allman, who is a former Tory, shared a racist post on Facebook claiming that black drivers in Volkswagen cars tailgate him on the M1.
(2025-04-15). Top 5 local election battles to watch this May. leftfootforward.org First things first. Where will local elections take place on 1 May? It's a county council election year, which means it's a 'quieter' election year. Since district councils elect by thirds, and county councils go to the polls every fourth year, fewer councils are in play compared to other local election cycles. | According to the Democracy Club, in terms of councillors elected, 2025 will be the smallest set of UK council elections since 1975. These seats were last up for election on 6 May 2021. | Local elections are often seen as a barometer of the governing party's popularity, but the areas holding elections…
(2025-04-15). Community honored for intergenerational initiative. anabaptistworld.org Garden Spot Communities in New Hol ≠land, Pa., received the Koinonia Award from Mennonite Health Services Association March 18 at the MHS Assembly in Pittsburgh.
(2025-04-15). Unity rises after fire. anabaptistworld.org After the Eaton Fire devastated communities in California's San Gabriel Valley, the interior of the Pasadena Mennonite Church building was unrecognizable.
(2025-04-15). Historic religious-freedom document displayed. anabaptistworld.org A 17th-century letter considered the blueprint for religious freedom in the U.S. was displayed for the first time in seven years at the New York Public Library April 8-10. The Flushing Remonstrance was signed by 30 settlers who opposed a ban on Quaker worship. The short "Flushing Remonstrance: Let Everyone Remain Free" exhibition celebrated the …
(2025-04-15). Pete Hegseth Is Gutting Pentagon Programs to Reduce Civilian Casualties. theintercept.com 
The Pentagon had been slowly dedicating more resources to killing fewer civilians in recent years, following a long drumbeat of damning investigations of civilian casualties by the
(2025-04-15). Fort McKay Métis community stands strong in its history. windspeaker.com
(2025-04-15). Crozer Health CEO Tony Esposito is stepping down. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Crozer Health CEO Tony Esposito will depart the company Friday after more than two years of leading Delaware County's largest hospital system. | "It has been an honor to serve alongside this talented team, and I want to thank each of you for the dedication that you bring to caring for our patients and the Delaware County community day in and day out," Esposito said in a Monday evening email to employees. | Greg Williams, president of parent company Prospect Medical H…
(2025-04-15). Upper Darby to ditch Crozer Health ambulance services amid staffing woes. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Upper Darby is dropping "This issue reflects broader challenges within the Crozer Health system," Upper Darby interim Fire Chief Brian Boyce said in a statement. "In response, Upper Darby is actively working to transition to a new EMS provider to ensure more stable and sustai…
(2025-04-15). Officials investigate why Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's home was set on fire. whyy.org Investigators worked Tuesday to uncover the motive behind a fire set over the weekend at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's mansion, the latest act of Authorities were looking into the background of suspect Cody Balmer, who they say scaled an iron security fence in the middle of the night, eluded police and
(2025-04-15). 'We're scrambling.' Delaware gun violence prevention group losing federal funding. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? But organizers said they are faced with the harsh reality of not ha…
(2025-04-15). 2 Philadelphia researchers concerned with losing federal dollars for gun violence prevention. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Two Philadelphia researchers said they are worried that proposed cuts to federal funding will harm efforts aimed at stopping gun violence in the city. | Dr. Elinore Kaufman, a trauma surgeon whose research focuses on reducing harm from injury and violence, said "I think it's a really scary time for scientists, for people in academics, for yo…
(2025-04-15). Designer babies: Discussing the ethics of genetic screening. whyy.org Gene sequencing lets us screen embryos for diseases and traits. Is this the right track for healthy and happy babies, or a slippery slope to eugenics?
(2025-04-15). The Gang Gets Really Angry at Rob Thomson At the End of the Podcast. whyy.org On Episode 948 of Hittin' Season, hosts John Stolnis, Justin Klugh & Liz Roscher react to a weak-hitting and ineffective offense, levels of worry about Brandon Marsh, Alec Bohm, Max Kepler, Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola, and make sure to stay until the very end of the podcast when the gang gets really mad at Rob Thomson for not defending J.T. Realmuto in Monday night's loss to the Giants. Feelings were felt!
(2025-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-04-15). California Air Show Draws Massive Crowds. thinktank.pk The skies above Southern California lit up this weekend as more than 400,000 spectators flocked to the Southern California Air Show for a jaw-dropping aerial spectacle. Held at the historic March Air Reserve Base, the two-day event featured 24+ aerial performances including US Air Force F-16 and F-22 fighter jets, WWII-era aircraft, and daredevil stunt …
(2025-04-15). New World Order? Trump's Tariffs Trigger Global Shift. thinktank.pk In April 2025, President Donald Trump launched an aggressive trade policy, imposing sweeping tariffs that have sent shockwaves through the global economy. These measures, aimed at protecting American industries, have led to significant economic disruptions, prompting questions about the future of global trade and the potential rise of new economic powers. The Global Economy in …
(2025-04-15). Solar Alert! Rooftop Decay, Facility Decommissioning. wattsupwiththat.com Across the country, tens of thousands of rooftop solar systems—once hailed as the clean energy revolution—are quietly decaying. Not because the technology failed, but because the industry did. We rushed to install. We cut corners. We promised 25 years of performance… and delivered systems that can't make it past 10.
(2025-04-15). The Mirage of Milestones: Debunking Ember's 2025 Global Electricity Review. wattsupwiththat.com The Global Electricity Review 2025 is less a factual account than a strategically curated story. It tells the most optimistic tale possible about the smallest slice of the global energy pie while ignoring the fossil-heavy elephant in the room.
(2025-04-15). Algeria Expels 12 French Diplomats Over Arrest Dispute. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-15). Shin Bet Leak Sparks Political Firestorm Over Power, Oversight, and Democracy. themedialine.org 
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(2025-04-15). Standing at the edge of the Iran war cliff. strategic-culture.su By Ron PAUL | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Millions of people around the world were at the edge of their seats over the weekend…
(2025-04-15). SAPS rescues kidnapped businessmen. sanews.gov.za SAPS rescues kidnapped businessmen | The South African Police Service (SAPS) has assured the nation that it has the necessary expertise to rescue victims of kidnappings. This, as it rescued two businessmen hours after they were hijacked and kidnapped in Gauteng. | In a statement on Tuesday, the SAPS said the two were rescued by an Anti-Kidnapping Task Team on Monday after their hijacking and kidnapping in Midrand. | The men were hijacked by a group of criminals driving a silver/grey Hyundai i10 on the premises of a car rental company. They were then taken to a bush along the R21 where they were forced to hand ove…
(2025-04-15). Majodina commits to accelerate bulk water infrastructure implementation. sanews.gov.za Majodina commits to accelerate bulk water infrastructure implementation | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has reaffirmed government's commitment to fast-track the rollout of bulk water infrastructure projects across the country. | Majodina made the commitment during the official handover of the Kirkwood Bulk Water Project to the Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, on Monday. | Funded through the Department of Water and Sanitation's Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG), the R35 million project represents a transformative investment in water security for the Kirkwood community and the wider E…
(2025-04-15). Call for stricter bail measures for crimes against wildlife. sanews.gov.za Call for stricter bail measures for crimes against wildlife | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has called for stricter bail measures for repeat offenders and foreign nationals with no fixed address who are accused of crimes against wildlife. | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is actively engaging with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and South African Police Service (SAPS) through platforms like the National Biodiversity Investigators Forum (NBIF) to enhance opposition to bail, particularly for repeat offenders and foreign nationals with no…
(2025-04-15). G20 Finance Ministers set to meet in US. sanews.gov.za G20 Finance Ministers set to meet in US | The Group of Twenty (G20) Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors are set to convene a two-day meeting on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Spring Meetings, taking place in the United States, later this month. | The G20 is an international forum of both developing and developed countries, which seeks to find solutions to global economic and financial issues. | This meeting is part of the Finance Track under South Africa's G20 Presidency, which will gather Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors of G20 member countries, invited…
(2025-04-15). Chaos Erupts at Mexican Concert After Singer Refuses to Perform Narcocorridos Amid Government Ban. latintimes.com Luis R. Conriquez and his crew had to be escorted out of the venue for safety after enraged concertgoers trashed their music equipment on stage…
(2025-04-15). 10,000 US troops begin arriving at Mexico border. responsiblestatecraft.org 
(2025-04-15). No He's Not the One! fightbackbetter.com Guest Op-Ed originally postd on Facebook by An ICE agent grabbed Merwil Gutiérrez and one of his fellow agents said, "No, he's not the one." Merwil Gutiérrez is a 19-year-old asylum applicant who lives in the Bronx. He was the "wrong one." ICE wasn't there looking for him. | "Take him anyway," came the reply. | Let's get it all out of the way: | * Merwil Gutiérrez came to the US legally as an asylum seeker | * In fact, he didn't cross the border until he…
(2025-04-15). Belarusian delegation comments on visit to Ethiopia. eng.belta.by Belarus and Ethiopia have celebrated the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
(2025-04-15). Belarus, Ethiopia reach set of agreements. eng.belta.by During Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maksim Ryzhenkov's official visit to Ethiopia, the Belarusian delegation held a series of talks with key representatives of the Ethiopian government and business.
(2025-04-15). Disarray, dilution, discontent: Three facts of the 2025 Croatian presidential election. globalvoices.org 
(2025-04-15). The US Army is about to get smaller, especially in Europe. responsiblestatecraft.org 
(2025-04-15). Why the Forest Service is logging after Hurricane Helene — and why some say it's a mistake. grist.org 
In the months after
(2025-04-15). Public lands, private profits: Inside the Trump plan to offload federal land. grist.org 
The Trump administration is poised to begin offloading public land, achieving a long-held conservative goal of reducing the government's footprint in the West. Federal agencies manage
(2025-04-15). Looming Indian Ocean showdown. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2025-04-15). O paradoxo ocidental da ineficiência: quanto mais crises pagamos, mais crises enfrentamos. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-15). Video: Devil's whip ritual in El Salvador sparks debate amid Easter. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An Easter tradition in El Salvador called "talciguines," which usually takes place during the Holy Week and features individuals wearing devil outfits equipped with whips, has gone viral on social media. While the devil is present in this tradition through outfits, it's far from being anything sinister. A video of the El Salvador tradition swarmed several social media platforms, showcasing a bunch of individuals wearing a devil outfit, who whipped the people attending, as they cowered in pain upon impact. The whipping comes as part of a punishment for the people's sins, to symbolize the battle between…
(2025-04-15). Meet the world's most expensive cocktail, $42,432 in a glass. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — Dubai is introducing the world's most expensive cocktail, priced at approximately $42,432 (156,000 AED). The drink is gaining major buzz due to one of its ingredients, considered extremely rare and dating back to the 1950s.The world's most expensive cocktail: The world's most expensive cocktail is now being served in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Mixed by the renowned bartender Salvatore Calabrese — an award-winning global powerhouse, consultant to the bar industry and select luxury brands, esteemed judge in international competitions, and former President of the United Kingdom Barten…
(2025-04-15). Mass shooting kills 2 in Sweden's Gothenburg. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Sweden authorities announced that two people were killed in an overnight shooting in the second city of Gothenburg, AFP reported.Police detailed that they received calls bout a shooting incident just before Monday midnight as local media hinted the incident could be linked to gang violence"At the scene, two men aged 20-25 were found with gunshot wounds. They were taken to hospital but died of their injuries," a police statement read.An investigation into the shooting and the motivation behind it was launched but authorities in Sweden currently haven't caught suspects.Swedish media outlet Goteborgs-Post…
(2025-04-15). Dubai is getting ready for Trump's first tower, valued at $544M. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — Dubai is preparing for Trump's first tower in the United Arab Emirates. The total cost of the project is estimated at approximately $544 million (2 billion AED).Trump's new tower in Dubai: Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has been making headlines recently with the launch of Burj Azizi (Azizi Tower), the world's second-tallest building, standing at an impressive 725 meters. The estimated cost of the project is $1.6 billion (6 billion AED). | Now, the city is gearing up for another landmark development — the launch of the first Trump Tower in Dubai. This highly anticipated project has alr…
(2025-04-15). India's Wholesale Inflation Sees a Slight Dip in March 2025. devdiscourse.com India's wholesale inflation rate for March 2025 declined to 2.05%, marking a decrease from February's 2.38%, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This marks a continuous positive inflation trend over the past year, although a slight reduction has been observed.
(2025-04-15). India's Retail Revolution: Superior Grade Malls Taking Center Stage. devdiscourse.com In an ambitious expansion to meet the escalating demand of retailers for high-quality spaces, nearly 20 premium shopping malls will go operational by the end of 2026 across India's major cities. Real estate consultancy Cushman & Wakefield revealed this development in their newly released report, 'Premiumisation of India's Retail Sector – Upscaling, Upgrading and Evolving,' unveiled at the MAPIC India Summit.
(2025-04-15). Kesari: Chapter 2 Premiere Attended by Union Minister in New Delhi. devdiscourse.com In an event marked by significant political and cinematic collaboration, Union Minister and senior BJP leader Hardeep Singh Puri was present at the screening of the much-anticipated film, "Kesari: Chapter 2," in New Delhi. Actors Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan, alongside Delhi BJP Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, also graced the occasion.
(2025-04-15). Courtroom Clash: Defamation Battle Between Bansuri Swaraj and Satyendar Jain. devdiscourse.com A Delhi court on Tuesday granted BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj a four-week period to respond to a defamation petition filed by AAP leader Satyendar Jain. The application challenges an earlier trial court decision that dismissed Jain's complaint against Swaraj.
(2025-04-15). Robert Vadra Faces ED in Haryana Land Deal Probe Amid Political Accusations. devdiscourse.com Businessman Robert Vadra appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday for questioning over a money laundering case linked to a Haryana land deal. The brother-in-law of Rahul Gandhi criticized the summons as a political vendetta, emphasizing past compliance with ED investigations.
(2025-04-15). Political Terrain Shifts: BJP's Critique of Congress's Approach. devdiscourse.com Keshav Prasad Maurya, Uttar Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister, launched a scathing critique of the Congress party on Tuesday through a post on social media platform X. He accused the Congress of engaging in politics of Muslim appeasement, describing it as 'punctured' and out of touch with ground realities.
(2025-04-15). Quest Global Earns EcoVadis 'Commitment Badge' for Sustainability Excellence. devdiscourse.com Quest Global, a leader in global product engineering services, proudly announced receiving the EcoVadis 'Commitment Badge'. This accolade validates their commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, emphasizing the firm's mission to promote sustainable business practices.
(2025-04-15). Former Malaysia PM Abdullah dies aged 85. geo.tv 
Malaysia's former prime minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi takes part in multi-religion mass prayers for the passengers of Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang, March 9, 2014. — ReutersKUALA LUMPUR: Former Malaysian prime minister Abdullah…
(2025-04-15). Iran Guards say military capabilities 'red lines' in US talks. geo.tv 
(2025-04-15). Sharjah high-rise blaze kills five, including Pakistani worker. geo.tv 
Smoke billows from the top floor of a 52-storey residential tower in Sharjah, home to around 1,500 residents, after a deadly blaze erupted on the uppermost level on Tuesday. —X@ShjPoliceSHARJAH: A tragic fire in a high-rise residential building in Sharjah's Al Nahda…
(2025-04-15). Turkey detains 234 people in Europe-coordinated drug bust. geo.tv 
Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya stands during a press conference in Ankara, Turkey. — Reuters/FileTurkish authorities arrested 234 people in an operation coordinated with four European countries against criminal drug-trafficking organisations, Interior Minister Ali…
(2025-04-15). Employee dead, client critical after Paris cryotherapy session goes wrong. geo.tv 
This representational image shows a cryotherapy chamber. — AFP/FileA cryotherapy session in Paris has turned deadly, with one woman dying and another hospitalised in critical condition due to a nitrogen leak from a cold chamber, according to French investigators.The tragedy…
(2025-04-15). Calls grow for parliamentary inquiry into AUKUS. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Geelong Mayor dismisses community concerns about aged care service cuts. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Housing campaigners rally to save Waterloo public housing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Karyn Brown: demolishing public. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Members hold ground in Public Service Association elections. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Mental health services forced to beg for funding. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Resisting oppression is not antisemitism. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Some election promises with a chance of being honoured. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Stand up for workers on May Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Stop Liberal and Labor's gaslighting. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Whitehaven Coal protested as EPA looks to convict. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-15). Trump freezes over $2b in funding to Harvard after it refuses to accept reform demands. haaretz.com Trump's Task Force on Combatting Antisemitism said that 'Harvard's statement today reinforces the troubling entitlement mindset that is endemic in our nation's most prestigious universities and colleges'…
(2025-04-15). Trump-Musk plan to gut the IRS could cost US public $30 million per day in unpaid taxes. nationofchange.org Analysis shows dismantling IRS enforcement would benefit wealthy tax evaders, burden working families, and deepen inequality.
(2025-04-15). Why Sanders' call to 'fight oligarchy' resonates more than ever. nationofchange.org Bernie Sanders is attracting crowds of tens of thousands across the U.S. as he rallies against the growing influence of billionaires within the federal government.
(2025-04-15). Trump may be blowing the economy up on purpose. nationofchange.org Working-class Americans should view a purposefully engineered recession as blatant aggression by the ownership class.
(2025-04-15). 13 million displaced as Sudan war enters third year: UN. newarab.com 
(2025-04-15). EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions. newarab.com 
A list of those sanctioned, seen by Reuters, included the director of
(2025-04-15). Harvard sees $2.2 billion in funding frozen after defying Trump. newarab.com 
Elite US university Harvard was hit with a $2.2 billion The call for changes to its governance, hiring practices and admissions procedures expands on a list Harvard received on April 3, which ordered officials to shut diversity offices and cooperate with immigr…
(2025-04-15). Iraq sandstorm leaves 1,800 people with respiratory problem. newarab.com 
(2025-04-15). Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia. newarab.com 
Hagia Sophia was the largest cathedral in the world for 900 years until its capture by Ottoman Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453, after which it was one of Islam's most exalted mosques for nearly 500 years. | The building was converted to a museum by Turkey's secular r…
(2025-04-15). Enrico Dal Lago: Atlantic Histories. newleftreview.org How should Blackburn's slavery quintet be situated in relation to shifting historiographical paradigms of the Atlantic World, from the voyages of discovery to the age of Anglo-American predominance?
(2025-04-15). John Clegg: Roads To Freedom. newleftreview.org Opening a symposium on Robin Blackburn's The Reckoning, a probing examination of political agents and structuring conditions behind the late overthrow of slavery in the American South, Cuba and Brazil.
(2025-04-15). Malcolm Bull: Why Is There the Amount of Art That There Is? newleftreview.org If, since Duchamp, anything can be art, regardless of skill or vision, why isn't more of it produced? Drawing on Frank Knight's work on financial risk to probe the institutional theory of art, Malcolm Bull finds curious links with the worlds of cryptocurrency and NFTs.
(2025-04-15). Nancy Fraser: Slavery and Social Theory. newleftreview.org What questions for critical social theory are posed by the capitalist slave regimes of the Americas? An inquiry into the political, economic and social-reproductive dimensions of enslaved and 'doubly free' labour.
(2025-04-15). NLR Editors: Symposium: Introduction. newleftreview.org A discussion of Robin Blackburn's quintet on slavery in the Atlantic world: origins, rise, overthrow, legacy.
(2025-04-15). Robin Blackburn: Contradictions of Capital and Slavery: A Reply. newleftreview.org Responding to his interlocutors in NLR's symposium, Blackburn foregrounds the contradictions of capital and political rule in the Atlantic slave systems that opened space for class struggle.
(2025-04-15). Delaware cop charged with assault at 'Beer Olympics' party. Lawsuit says outburst was homophobic violence. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? When Alexander Molina attended a "Beer Olympics" party last summer at a friends' home in Delaware, he never expected to be choked to the point of unconsciousness, as well as covered in cuts and bruises with a banged-up shoulder, after being attacked by an off-duty police officer. | But that's what Molina, a friend and state police say occurred that July evening — that Molina was assaulted by Master Cpl. Justin M. Caserta. Molina also contends in a lawsuit filed last mo…
(2025-04-15). Ugandan asked to lead Commonwealth federation. independent.co.ug 
Ugandan lawyer and sports administrator Don Rukare to guide Commonwealth Sport until elections in November London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Olympic Committee President Dr. Donald Rukare has been picked as interim head of the Commonwealth Sport. Commonwealth Sport is the brand name of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF). Rukare was named following a announced …
(2025-04-15). Indians flock to join UAE Chambers of Commerce. ummid.com Indian investors and business owners topped the list of foreign nationalities joining the UAE chambers of commerce, the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FCCI) said Wednesday April 09, 2025.
(2025-04-15). Adobe rolls-out AI agents for Photoshop, Premiere Pro. ummid.com Software major Adobe has rolled out AI agents for Photoshop and Premiere Pro, aimed at simplifying the editing process by suggesting and executing context-aware edits.
(2025-04-15). After 'Nations Want to Kiss My Ass' Claim, Trump Pauses Tariffs. ummid.com A day after taking international diplomacy to its lowest level, U.S. President Donald Trump has put on hold for 90 days the tariffs he announced on different countries.
(2025-04-15). KEAM 2025 Admit Card: Steps and Link to Download. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is releasing on its official website cee.kerala.ni today i.e. Thursday April 10, 2025 the Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of candidates who have registered for KEAM 2025 Entrance Examination of Engineering and Pharmacy.
(2025-04-15). Samsung Ballie is now powered by Google Cloud's Gemini. ummid.com Samsung Electronics and Google Cloud Wednesday April 09, 2025 announced an expanded partnership to bring Google Cloud's generative AI technology Gemini to Ballie, a new home AI companion robot from Samsung.
(2025-04-15). Trump Tarriffs: Pot Calling The Kettle Black. ummid.com The perpetrator of injustices claiming instead to be the victim then gives a loud call to others to make up for this by agreeing to not just paying much higher tariffs, decided and imposed in highly arbitrary ways, with no room left for questioning calculations and fairness.
(2025-04-15). Waqf Act 2025 has put Indian Secularism to test. ummid.com The Waqf Amendment Act 2025 has questioned the word 'Secularism' enshrined in the preamble of the Constitution.
(2025-04-15). AISSEE 2025 Answer Key: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is preparing to publish the Answer Key and scanned images of OMR Answer Sheets of the candidates who appeared in the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2025 (AISSEE 2025).
(2025-04-15). Apple transported 1.5 mn iPhones from India to U.S. in March. ummid.com Smartphone major Apple transported 600 tons or 1.5 million iPhones in 5 aero planes from India to the United States in March to beat Donald Trump's tariffs.
(2025-04-15). Malegaon sizzles at 43.2 degrees. ummid.com The maximum temperature in Malegaon Thursday April 10, 2025 reached 43.2 degrees leaving the Textile City reeling under intense heat wave.
(2025-04-15). 'Mr. Mohammad! Are you a Muslim': The most ludicrous part of Waqf Act. ummid.com The most ludicrous part of the Waqf Act is that it asks Mr. Mohammad to prove that he is a Muslim.
(2025-04-15). Saudi national 1st non-US Physician to win Weinberger Prize. ummid.com Dr. Mahmoud Aljurf created history becoming the first non-U.S. Physician to win the Steven E. Weinberger Award for Physician Executives/Leaders by the American College of Physicians (ACP), the largest medical specialty organization in the US.
(2025-04-15). Assam HSLC 2025 Toppers: Amishi Saikia bags 1st rank, Saptarswa Bordoloi 2nd. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has declared the result of HSLC/AHM Class 10th Examination 2025 on its official website sebaonline.org today i.e. Friday April 11, 2025 along with the list of toppers.
(2025-04-15). AP IPE 2025 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2025 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2025-04-15). India sees 270% rise in hate speeches in 2024. ummid.com The city based Centre for Study of Society and Secularism (CSSS) in its latest report revealed a significant increase of 270% in hate speeches in India in the year 2024.
(2025-04-15). JEE Main 2025 Session 2 Answer Key Out, Result Soon. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released on the JEE Main official website jeemain.nta.nic.in the Answer Key, Question Paper and Response Sheet (OMR Sheet) of the students who appeared in the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 and set to declare their results soon.
(2025-04-15). JWST postmortem of planet 'eaten' by star yields surprise. ummid.com Back in 2020, a planet was believed to have been swallowed by a star becoming a red giant, the latest findings by NASA'a James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) however yielded surprising results.
(2025-04-15). West Bengal: Protest against Waqf Act 2025 turns violent, 3 killed. ummid.com Protests against the Waqf Act 2025 in the Murshidabad district of West Bengal Friday April 11, 2025 turned violent leaving at least three people dead and scores others injured.
(2025-04-15). Skincare Solutions: The Best Treatments for Common Skin Problems. ummid.com The best treatment for common skin problems depends on the concern. For acne, use salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Dry skin benefits from hyaluronic acid and ceramides. Hyperpigmentation fades with vitamin C and retinol. Always use SPF for protection.
(2025-04-15). Forensic Expert: 'No gunshot residue on Molly Katanga's right hand'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Katanga trial resumed on Monday with the 13th state witness, Dr. Jaffar Kisitu, a forensic chemist with the Uganda Police Forensic Examination Department. Dr. Kisitu provided key forensic testimony that could play an important role in the trial of Molly Katanga, who is facing charges in connection with …
(2025-04-15). Harvard says 'no' to Trumpism. independent.co.ug 
Harvard University rejects Trump administration's demands on sweeping changes WASHINGTON | Xinhua | Harvard University on Monday rejected the Trump administration's demands to make sweeping changes to its governance, hiring and admissions practices, despite billions of dollars in federal funding being at risk if it fails to comply. "We have informed the administration through our …
(2025-04-15). Katwe thug says he was 'on duty', admits to stealing mzungu's mobile phone. independent.co.ug 
DCI Launches Manhunt for Muggers After Scottish National Is Attacked Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Directorate of Crime Intelligence (DCI), in collaboration with Katwe Police Division, has launched an operation to crack down on a gang of street muggers following an attack on a Scottish national in Kampala. Uganda Radio Network has learnt that …
(2025-04-15). Omanyi Okuwuga Project reaches Masaka, Govt challenged to help communities end drowning. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In the wake of increasing drowning incidents across Uganda, experts are urging the government to engage local communities more actively in water safety initiatives. This call comes on the heels of multiple media reports detailing recent drowning cases, including the tragic deaths of seven individuals who drowned in Lake …
(2025-04-15). Uganda losing 122,000 hectares of forest cover annually. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is losing 122,000 hectares of forest cover annually, according to the Ministry of Water and Environment. Statistics obtained from the ministry indicate that in 1990, Uganda had 24 percent of forest cover, but due to the escalating illegal activities including deforestation and population growth, that has forced people …
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(2025-04-15). Trump's Trade War Is A Political Trap For Democrats. levernews.com To tariff or not to tariff? Today's tweet-length political discourse pretends this is a binary choice. President Donald Trump has pitched across-the-board import levies as a panacea to rebuild American manufacturing, while Democrats insist that Trump's proposals are an attempt to crash the economy, and that their party should tout their opposition to all tariffs. But neither the policy nor politics of this moment are that neat and simple. While too few or too many tariffs can destroy economies, there is a Goldilocks zone that's just right. It's just being omitted from the conversation. | Keep reading for FRE…
(2025-04-15). Renting A Home In Australia Means Handing Over Too Much Sensitive Info. It's A National Security Risk. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Our personal information is more valuable than ever. The most recent government cyber threat report warns that foreign state actors have an enduring interest in …
(2025-04-15). What's The Difference Between Easter Egg Chocolate And Regular Chocolate? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | With Easter around the corner, you'll have seen chocolate Easter eggs on supermarket shelves. Maybe you've bought some already. | But is there a difference between Easter …
(2025-04-15). Labor Surges To 7-Point Lead In Resolve Poll, And Has Sizeable Leads In Two Other National Polls. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | There's been a significant turnaround in the federal polls ahead of the 2025 federal election, with the momentum now moving firmly in Labor's direction. | A national …
(2025-04-15). A Weird Phrase Is Plaguing Scientific Papers And We Traced It Back To A Glitch In AI Training Data. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Earlier this year, scientists discovered a peculiar term appearing in published papers: vegetative electron microscopy . | This phrase, which sounds technical but is …
(2025-04-15). Mr. Zuckerberg's Very Expensive Day In Court. levernews.com 
(2025-04-15). Trump Relaunches His Tariff Corruption Game. levernews.com Trump's plan for blanket global tariffs aren't just roiling the stock market and triggering international upheaval — it's also opening the door for Trump to relaunch the tariff corruption game of his first term, in which the White House used the trade levies to punish opponents and reward donors. And this time around, Trump's fired the government watchdog set to oversee such matters. | Keep reading for FREE. This is not a paywall. : | Just sign up below for a free subscription to The Lever to get access to this story and much more. | Already hav…
(2025-04-15). £400 Million Bill For Wind Constraint Payments Last Year. wattsupwiththat.com This £400 million will be a drop in the ocean compared to what is coming in the next few years. | The problem at the moment is a localised one, where there is too much wind power in Scotland for the connectors to England to cope with.
(2025-04-15). Reform UK's Lee Anderson loses it in Daily Express after Stop Brexit Man court victory. leftfootforward.org Yesterday, anti-Brexit campaigner Steve Bray was cleared of the "noisy protest" charges brought against him, in what most media outlets have hailed as a victory for free speech and the right to protest. | Not Reform MP Lee Anderson, though. Anderson, who regularly hurls insults at the Stop Brexit Man, such as calling him a "parasite" and a "scrounger" has this time called him a "career activist". | Anderson has also told the Daily Express that there should be greater transparency about where Bray gets his funding from. | Anderson said: "As well as being a public nuisance, Steve Bray is also known as a spongin…
(2025-04-15). Why British Farming needs a YIMBY revolution. leftfootforward.org Chris Worrall is a housing columnist for LFF. He is on the Executive Committee of the Labour Housing Group, Co-Host of the While Britain finds itself caught in the crosshairs of escalating global trade wars — facing new tariffs from the United States and navigating complex post-Brexit trade dynamics with the European Union, amid grave economic uncertainty, we should be doubling down on domestic production, especially in farming. Howe…
(2025-04-15). In support of "synchronized global disarmament" internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-04-15). Eskom, Exxaro sign agreement to reduce carbon emissions. sanews.gov.za Eskom, Exxaro sign agreement to reduce carbon emissions | Exxaro Resources and Eskom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on strategic initiatives, research, and projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions, improving air quality and facilitating the Just Transition. | According to a joint statement, this move is consistent with South Africa's commitment to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement, international environmental standards, and national regulatory frameworks. | "The agreement focuses on jointly measuring, managing, and reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and potentially in…
(2025-04-15). Eskom issues tender to accelerate renewable energy deployment. sanews.gov.za Eskom issues tender to accelerate renewable energy deployment | Eskom has issued a call for proposals from experienced companies to establish renewable energy businesses to expedite the deployment of renewable energy solutions. | According to the statement released on Tuesday, Eskom will evaluate applicants based on several criteria, including a demonstrated history of successfully establishing a renewable energy company and the number of public-private partnerships (PPPs) and special purpose vehicles (SPVs) that have created tangible projects. | The evaluation will also look at expertise in the independent power…
(2025-04-15). Victory Day parade rehearsals scheduled for 2, 6 May in Minsk. eng.belta.by The parade will feature more than 4,000 people from all military departments and structures of Belarus. More than 220 units of military hardware and more than 30 units of aviation equipment will be on display.
(2025-04-15). Brussels conference lifts Ukraine solidarity to higher plane. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-04-15). For an anti-capitalist and internationalist security policy, against the Trump-Musk-Putin axis and neoliberal authoritarian European governments. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-04-15). Europe in the Trump-Putin Axis Trap. internationalviewpoint.org 'For the Left Bloc, there are various imperialisms and "none of them will have a progressive role because all act according to the interests of their capitalist elites". Therefore, "recognising this reality is vital in elaborating an internationalist proposal capable of offering a future to humanity and conceiving a democratic order of peoples."' | – | / |
(2025-04-15). The state of Africa in the new world order. internationalviewpoint.org Africa today stands at a crossroads, caught between internal crises, shifting global power dynamics, and the slow unraveling of…
(2025-04-15). 70 years after the first polio vaccine was licensed, Philly-area survivors stress importance of continued vaccination. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Jim Smith was only 2 years old when he suddenly became paralyzed from the neck down. It was 1945, and his parents immediately knew what was wrong: The viral disease had terrorized people for decades. Most people who were exposed had very mild symptoms that mimicked a common cold or the flu. Some never had any signs of illness at all. | But in serious cases, children and a…
(2025-04-15). øQuién será el próximo Papa y por que es importante? strategic-culture.su