(2025-06-04). Israel Is Fully Integrating Its Gaza 'Food Aid Hubs' Into the Genocide. scheerpost.com USASAC humanitarian supplies to Gaza, Dec. 24. U.S. Army USASAC by [null Courtesy], Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | By It is entirely unsurprising that Israel has yet again been caught out in a lie — a lie that the BBC once again spread far and wide on its news services. | Israel claimed that it had not fired at starving Palestinians queueing on Sunday morning to get food from one of its highly militarised "aid distribution hubs" — a system Israel imposed on Gaza in place of a long-establish…
(2025-06-04). MIT Student Condemned Genocide — So ADL Chief Said She Helped Cause Boulder Attack. theintercept.com 
Jonathan Greenblatt falsely accused graduating students and streamer Hasan Piker of spreading antisemitic lies — and called on Trump to stop them.
(2025-06-04). The Freedom Flotilla: Sailing to Break Israel's Siege of Gaza. therealnews.com 
There is a boat sailing to Gaza right now. It carries aid for the people of Palestine. And it is called the Freedom Flotilla. | It is a sign of solidarity. A sign of resistance. Against Israel's war on the people of Palestine. Against the death, and destruction and pain. A sign of international resistance against the Israeli genocide. | On board is Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, and 11 others from around the world. | "12 people are here on board, to break the siege and to create a people's humanitarian corridor. To take whatever aid we can carry. And to say that we do not accept a genocide. We do…
(2025-06-04). RCMP investigates Israeli crimes. Demand they apply law. justpeaceadvocates.ca The RCMP has reportedly opened an investigation into those who've participated in Israel's genocide. This is a positive, but insufficient, step. Take a minute to email RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme to demand they apply the law, irrespective of political pressure, by investigating Israel related violations of Canada's War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity Act.
(2025-06-04). The Prisons of Gaza and Home: Fast for Gaza, Day 14. counterpunch.org 
Here at the United Nations in New York City, the Security Council is expected to vote on a resolution calling on all parties to respect an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The slaughter in Gaza entraps and attacks the helpless, turning shelters into mass graves, erasing entire families, weaponizing nutrition and famine. The spiraling
(2025-06-04). Israel Kills 26 People in Overnight Gaza Air Raids. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — At least 26 Palestinians have been killed in intense overnight air attacks carried out by the Israeli regime across Gaza, with the majority of the killings reported in Khan Younis, Gaza City and Jabalia.
(2025-06-04). Video: BBC does actual journalism on Gaza but only to refute Trump mouthpiece's attack on… the BBC. skwawkbox.org 
Verify programme refutes Leavitt's lies about Israel's attack on Palestinian refugees seeking food — to protect its own reputation The BBC News channel has persistently regurgitated Israel's propaganda, that refugees murdered while trying to get food were not killed this week by Israeli troops and tanks but were instead killed by 'Hamas fighters', as a …
(2025-06-04). Lethal "Humanitarianism:" why Violence at Gaza aid Centers should not come as a Surprise. juancole.com 
By Irit Katz, University of Cambridge (The Conversation) — At least 27 Palestinians were reported to have been killed on the morning of June 3 amid chaotic scenes at an aid distribution centre in the southern Gaza Strip. This follows a similar incident on June 1 when around 30 civilians were reportedly killed as people …
(2025-06-04). Democracy Now! 2025-06-04 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for June 04, 2025; "Death Traps": U.S.-Israeli Aid Scheme Paused in Gaza After 100+ Palestinians Killed While Waiting for Food; Greta Thunberg Speaks from Aid Ship Heading to Gaza Despite Israeli Threats: It's My Moral Obligation; "Empire of AI": Karen Hao on How AI Is Threatening Democracy & Creating a New Colonial World | Headlines for June 04, 2025; "Death Traps": U.S.-Israeli Aid Scheme Paused in Gaza After 100+ Palestinians Killed While Waiting for Food; Greta Thunberg Speaks from Aid Ship Heading to Gaza Despite Israeli Threats: It's My Moral Obligatio…
(2025-06-04). On Aid Distribution in Gaza. counterpunch.org The world is watching, day after day, horrifying scenes of Palestinians being shot, wounded or killed in Gaza while simply trying to eat. Emergency medical teams have confirmed treating hundreds of trauma cases. Yesterday alone, dozens were declared dead at hospitals after Israeli forces said they had opened fire. This is the outcome of a
(2025-06-04). Israeli Reservist Killed, Others Wounded in Gaza Ambush and Drone Strike. themedialine.org
(2025-06-04). Tiroteos en D.C. El genocidio EE.UU./israelí en Gaza es la fuente de toda violencia. workers.org 
Washington, D.C., 4 de noviembre de 2023. Al evaluar el tiroteo del 21 de mayo en Washington, D.C., los últimos 19 meses de agresión israelí en toda Asia Occidental y especialmente su matanza de la población civil de Gaza, con cientos de miles de personas que ahora se enfrentan a . . . | Continue reading Tiroteos en D.C. | El genocidio EE.UU./israelí en Gaza es la fuente de toda violencia at Workers.org
(2025-06-04). It's time to consign NATO to the dustbin of history. peoplesdispatch.org As NATO's next summit looms — against the backdrop of an escalating proxy war in Ukraine and a genocidal horror in Gaza — the sane and moral world must roar in defiance, shattering ideological shackles. NATO is a zombie alliance, lurching forward despite its irrelevance, its fangs dripping with the blood of nations it claims to protect. In Ukraine, NATO's members pour fuel on the inferno, championing escalation over peace. The United States, its puppet-master, plays a vile charade — preaching peace while strong-arming allies to bankroll its war machine. Trump's USD 175 billion Golden Dome, a spa…
(2025-06-04). Famine in Gaza — What could be done. workers.org The horrific famine that the Israel Occupation Forces has imposed on Gaza is world news. The IOF has cut off all deliveries of any food or medicine to Gaza for nearly three months. The Madleen, carrying aid from Italy to Gaza, with activists from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, June 2, . . . |
(2025-06-04). The Violence We Carry, The Future We Shape. pressenza.com We are living through a time of escalating crisis: a growing right-wing movement edging toward fascism, rising economic inequality, and expanding wars with no just resolution in sight—from Russia's invasion of Ukraine to Israel's devastating war on Gaza. How did we arrive at this point? The answer may lie not only in political and social systems, but in the contradictions we carry within ourselves. | We often imagine that our personal attitudes and behaviors have little impact on politics or society. But this disconnection—between our inner lives and the world around us—is not a coincidence. It…
(2025-06-04). Japanese Communist lawmaker slams Israel's Gaza aid blockade, demands Tokyo take action. peoplesworld.org 
TOKYO—Japanese Communist Party lawmaker Kami Tomoko is demanding that the Japanese government take concrete action to pressure Israel to end its blockade of humanitarian supplies into Gaza. Instead of working to cut an economic deal with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the country should instead be imposing sanctions on Israel and upping its own supply of …
(2025-06-04). How the FBI Sought a Warrant to Search Instagram of Columbia Student Protesters. theintercept.com 
New court documents reveal how the feds tried to unmask the Columbia students — and got blocked by federal judges on First Amendment grounds.
(2025-06-04). Fascism: From Mussolini's Italy to Israel. libya360.wordpress.com Larry Haiven Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir at the one-year celebrations of the settlement of Ramat Arbe, an illegal settlement in the Lower Galilee, West Bank. Photo courtesy Itamar Ben-Gvir/X. Suffering under fascism in no way immunizes any group against falling for it Somehow, despite Israel's 20-month carnage in Gaza, and the attempted…
(2025-06-04). Israeli Lies and Western Complicity: How Deceit Became a Weapon of War. counterpunch.org 
Throughout its long history of ethnic cleansing and occupation, Israel has remained consistent in its tactics: lie, deny, and distort the truth—often with the backing, or at least the indulgence, of Western powers. Lying has become an Israeli art form, refined over decades, practiced with impunity, and amplified by a complicit global media that not
(2025-06-04). Colombia Seeks to Diversify Away From US, Knocks at BRICS Bank. infobrics.org The Trump effect is pushing Colombia to look beyond the US, in search of partners who could finance and provide new trading and investment opportunities…
(2025-06-04). Russian Entrepreneur Finds Her Best Era for Entrepreneurship in China. infobrics.org In her office located at the Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone, 36-year-old Russian entrepreneur Svetlana Olkhovikova, dressed in a cream-colored suit, gently sipped a matcha latte while checking orders from her business partners in Russia and Uzbekistan…
(2025-06-04). Ukraine-Hungary tensions escalate over spy scandal and minority rights. infobrics.org Ukraine's expulsion of Hungarian diplomats over a Transcarpathia spy scandal has escalated tensions, with Hungary halting minority rights talks. This rift reflects broader ethnopolitical strains with neighbors like Poland and Romania, which goes to show that the Ukraine's ultranationalism is a problem well beyond Russian-Ukrainian issues.
(2025-06-04). Russia exacts retribution with 'Iskanders' and 'Kinzhals' for Kiev's drone attack on iairbases. infobrics.org This is only the tip of the iceberg of all retaliatory strikes that were also "subtly" announced by Russian negotiators. In the meantime, the Neo-Nazi junta continues to demonstrate its terrorist nature.
(2025-06-04). BRICS advances debate on fair access to information technologies in outer space. infobrics.org The issue was considered the "greatest achievement" of the working group. Their annex to the Declaration of Ministers of Communications includes considerations on the international regulation of the resource in question…
(2025-06-04). UK 'preparing for war' with Russia. infobrics.org London is launching an irrational bellicose campaign amid current tensions with Moscow.
(2025-06-04). Chile's possible accession to BRICS creeping into national election campaign. infobrics.org The South American country has an opportunity to be part of the emerging multipolar world.
(2025-06-04). SATIRE: Nudists March In Mexico City To Celebrate Body Positivity. theonion.com 
A downtown avenue in Mexico City was once again the stage of a march in which hundreds of nudists celebrated the human body. What do you think?
(2025-06-04). SATIRE: Italian Volcano Erupts. theonion.com 
Mount Etna, the volcano on the Italian island of Sicily, erupted, spewing hot ash miles into the air and releasing lava in a pyroclastic flow. What do you think? | "God must be punishing them for being Italian." | Aaron Cato, Ceramics Expert |
(2025-06-04). SATIRE: Study: Depression Most Common In Individuals Who Look In Mirror Smiling But Reflection Sad. theonion.com STANFORD, CA—In a breakthrough shedding crucial light on the commonly misunderstood mental health affliction, a new study by researchers at Stanford University revealed Wednesday that depression was most common among individuals who look into the mirror smiling only for their reflection to be sad. "Across all demographics, we've seen a strong correlation between severe depression …
(2025-06-04). SATIRE: Child Given First Stock To Learn About Losing Everything Early. theonion.com HUNTINGTON, NY—Eagerly explaining to the 9-year-old that the investment was already down 11% since purchase, Marcus Aldaco reportedly gave his son Eddie his first stock Wednesday so the boy could learn early about losing everything. "I want Eddie to have a firm grasp of how to sink money into a hot stock and then get …
(2025-06-04). Trans community confronts bigot invasion in Seattle. workers.org 
Seattle — On May 24, the transgender community fought back against an invasion of religious bigots rallying in Seattle's LGBTQIA2S+ neighborhood on Capitol Hill. The anti-trans event, with the questionable name of "Mayday USA," was led by Rev. Matt Shea's On Fire Ministries. This group is racist, anti-LGBTQIA2S+ and anti-abortion, . . . |
(2025-06-04). Impact of a $36 trillion U.S. government debt. workers.org 
Between Trump's "big, beautiful tax bill" that would give trillions of dollars to the wealthiest at the expense of the workers and his on-again, off-again tariffs, the capitalist economy in the U.S. faces an uncertain future. Central to this crisis is a pending $3.8 trillion increase to the already $36.2 . . . |
(2025-06-04). Free them all: Protest at the Northwest Detention Center. workers.org 
Tacoma protest, May 31, 2025. WW Photo: Jey Clayton) Tacoma, Washington — A rally on May 31 calling for an end to detention of migrants in the privately run ICE concentration camp in Tacoma, Washington, known as Northwest Detention Center brought people together from multiple Pacific Northwest cities, including Salem . . . |
(2025-06-04). People's power frees Lewelyn "Aunty Lynn" Dixon from ICE detention. workers.org 
After three months of community and union protests, Lewelyn Dixon, a migrant worker from the Philippines and a Service Employees International Union (SEIU) member, was finally allowed to walk out of the Northwest Immigration and Customs Enforcement Processing Center in Tacoma, Washington, on May 29. SEIU led the Philadelphia rally, . . . |
(2025-06-04). Students deepen resistance for Palestine. workers.org 
At this year's graduation ceremonies in New York City, there was no business as usual. Students at Brooklyn College accepted their diplomas while carrying pro-Palestine flags and wearing keffiyehs; at Columbia University students and alumni burned diplomas; at Hunter College and at City College police attacked pro-Palestine demonstrators who disrupted . . . |
(2025-06-04). Ballots and bias: How the press framed Venezuela's regional and legislative elections. workers.org 
By Roger Harris The author is with the human rights organization Task Force on the Americas, founded in 1985, and a member of United National Antiwar Coalition. The pro-government alliance achieved a sweeping victory in Venezuela's May 25 elections, while a fractured opposition suffered losses. Western media distorted the results . . . |
(2025-06-04). Social Development provides feedback on Basic Income Support policy. sanews.gov.za Social Development provides feedback on Basic Income Support policy | The Department of Social Development is hard at work to ensure that there is basic income support for people between the ages of 18-59. ⚪ This was revealed at the sitting of the Portfolio Committee on Social Development on Wednesday. This as the department presented its progress in the development of the Basic Income Support Policy. | Work on the policy has been ongoing, with the first draft of the policy having been presented to the Social Protection, Community and Human Development Cluster Cabinet Committee (SPCHD) on 26 November 2024. | Th…
(2025-06-04). Spaza Shop Support Fund information session to be held in Limpopo. sanews.gov.za Spaza Shop Support Fund information session to be held in Limpopo | Limpopo spaza shop owners will get an opportunity to learn more about how they can access financial and non-financial support from the Spaza Shop Support Fund at an interactive session at the George Phadagi Town Hall, in Thohoyandou, on Friday. | The session is part of a countrywide campaign aimed at creating awareness about the Spaza Shop Support Fund. | The campaign, which began in KwaZulu-Natal last month, is hosted by the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (the dtic) and the Department of Small Business Development (DSDB). | The…
(2025-06-04). SIU secures preservation order to freeze Midstream Estate property. sanews.gov.za SIU secures preservation order to freeze Midstream Estate property | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order from the Special Tribunal to freeze an immovable property located at Midstream Estate, in Gauteng. | This is pending the finalisation of civil proceedings into the alleged misuse of funds allocated by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC). | The order interdicts Israel Mathibe, Smart Safety PPE and any other party from selling, disposing, leasing, encumbering (including by granting rights of retention), transferring, donating or dealing in any manner whatsoever to the immova…
(2025-06-04). Home Affairs takes Child Protection Outreach to KZN. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs takes Child Protection Outreach to KZN | Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza is scheduled to take the 365 Days of Child Protection Outreach to Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal this weekend. ⚪ This as the Deputy Minster has adopted the MusaweNkosi home for orphaned and vulnerable children. ⚪ The Deputy Minister is also expected to support the Class of 2025 Mid-term Readiness Programme at Umdlamfe Secondary School in eSikhawini, Richards Bay, where he will handover Smart ID Cards to the learners. ⚪ Home Affairs officials recently visited Umdlamfe Secondary School and the MusaweNkosi home to assist ch…
(2025-06-04). HSRC calls on businesses to participate in innovation surveys. sanews.gov.za HSRC calls on businesses to participate in innovation surveys | The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), on behalf of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, is calling on South African businesses to participate in two of its business innovation surveys, starting on 5 June 2025, across all nine provinces. | The South African Business Innovation Survey (BIS) and the Agricultural Business Innovation Survey (AgriBIS) will gather crucial data on how firms in the industry, services, and agriculture sectors are innovating. | "In a dynamic and challenging economic landscape, with rising input costs, fu…
(2025-06-04). Parliament updated on work undertaken to set up Transformation Fund. sanews.gov.za Parliament updated on work undertaken to set up Transformation Fund | The establishment of the R100 billion Transformation Fund marks a significant step towards addressing the historical funding gaps that have hindered the growth of black-owned businesses in South Africa. | This is according to the Acting Deputy Director-General (DDG) of Transformation and Competition at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, Susan Mangole. | She was part of a delegation led by the Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Zuko Godlimpi, who briefed the Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry during a virt…
(2025-06-04). Unprecedented interest to RFI for rail, port projects. sanews.gov.za Unprecedented interest to RFI for rail, port projects | The Department of Transport has received 162 formal responses from the private sector in the Request for Information (RFI) in rail and port projects. ⚪ This, as part of government's ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the country's rail and port systems. ⚪ These include 51 responses for the iron ore and manganese corridor, 48 responses for the coal and chrome corridor and 63 responses for the container and automotive intermodal corridor. ⚪ In March 2025, Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy launched an online Request for Information to develop an enabling en…
(2025-06-04). 2021 July unrest suspects appear in court. sanews.gov.za 2021 July unrest suspects appear in court | Four suspects arrested in connection with the 2021 July unrest have appeared in court where the matter was postponed to next month, said the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation (Hawks). ⚪ The four appeared in the Roodepoort Magistrate Court on Tuesday, charged with incitement to commit public violence. | Bekuyise Cebekhulu (58) from KwaZulu-Natal, Jimmy Sibeko (44) from Gauteng, Busisiwe Skhosana (52) also Gauteng, as well as Bogadi Mahisa (49) from Gauteng were each granted bail of R1500. ⚪ They will appear again in court on 02 July 2025. ⚪ According to t…
(2025-06-04). Employment and Labour brings services to Knysna residents. sanews.gov.za Employment and Labour brings services to Knysna residents | A service delivery initiative designed to unlock a comprehensive range of government services directly to the community of Knysna is currently underway in the Western Cape. ⚪ Taking place at the Apostolic Faith Mission Hall in Ward 8 on Wednesday and Thursday, the outreach pogramme forms part of the Department of Employment and Labour's "Yazini" programme, meaning "Know Your Department/ Ministry", which aims to extend services beyond traditional office settings and into the heart of communities. ⚪ As part of the programme, the department will conduc…
(2025-06-04). Battery storage procurement process was 'transparent'. sanews.gov.za Battery storage procurement process was 'transparent' | The Department of Electricity and Energy has confirmed the integrity of the outcome of the Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP). | This after a political party in Parliament raised concern about the five preferred bidders chosen under Bid Window 3 of the BESIPPPP last week. | "The Minister [Kgosientsho Ramokgopa] wishes to reaffirm that the procurement process was conducted under the established frameworks of the Independent Power Producer Office [IPPO], guided by the principles of transparency, competitiveness,…
(2025-06-04). Spyderland Interview Revolution Through Music. thelastamericanvagabond.com Joining me today is the very talented group, Spyderland (Marie Litton & Drew McClellan), here to discuss their journey through the musical field, how they have evolved throughout it, and what changed for them after the COVID-19 event. We discuss the powerful way that music can inform the listener, often in ways they don't recognize,
(2025-06-04). Ukrainian Commander's Exclusive Insights On Brutal Drone Warfare On The Frontline. twz.com 
(2025-06-04). Smaller Version Of Quicksink Ship-Killing Smart Bomb Tested By USAF. twz.com 
(2025-06-04). Deal Impossible without Enrichment in Iran: FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reiterated that a nuclear agreement with the US would be unattainable as long as the other side insists on zero enrichment in Iran.
(2025-06-04). Daesh Terrorist Cell Dismantled in Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Police said they have captured all members of a cell affiliated with the Daesh (ISIS or ISIL) terrorist group and foiled bombing plots.
(2025-06-04). Close Cooperation with Saudi Arabia A Resolute Policy in Iran: Hajj Official. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The head of the Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization of Iran expressed the country's determination to broaden relations with Saudi Arabia.
(2025-06-04). FM Vows Iran's Support for Lebanon in Meeting with Hezbollah Leader. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi assured the secretary general of Hezbollah resistance movement that the Islamic Republic will keep providing political and economic support to Lebanon.
(2025-06-04). Iran Seeking Closer Ties with Anti-US States: Qalibaf. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran is pursuing the strategy to promote cooperation with countries that oppose the United States, the speaker of the Iranian Parliament told the president of Cuba.
(2025-06-04). Ayatollah Khamenei Nixes US Plan, Reasserts Iran's Right to Enrichment. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei dismissed the US' plan for Iran's nuclear industry as being totally against the "We Can" doctrine, stressing that Iran will maintain its uranium enrichment activities, which are none of the US' business.
(2025-06-04). Foreign Relations to Strengthen Iran against Pressures: President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Closer cooperation with foreign countries will improve Iran's resilience and strengthen it against pressures and shocks, President Masoud Pezeshkian stated.
(2025-06-04). Bullying Has No Place in Diplomatic Talks: Iranian President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — While Iran welcomes dialogue and negotiations, it won't allow the diplomatic talks to include bullying policies or imposition of demands by others, President Masoud Pezeshkian said.
(2025-06-04). Iran Marks Anniversary of Imam Khomeini's Demise. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian people held commemorative events on Wednesday to pay tribute to the late founder of the Islamic Republic, Imam Khomeini, on the 36th anniversary of passing away of the popular leader.
(2025-06-04). Nima and Yours Truly. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Live in 45 minutes.
(2025-06-04). Jordanian authorities arrest prominent left leader Dr. Issam Khawaja. peoplesdispatch.org On Wednesday, June 4, Jordanian security services arrested Dr. Issam Khawaja, the Deputy General Secretary of the Jordanian Democratic Popular Unity Party (known in Jordan as Wihda Party). | The prominent left Jordanian leader, who is also a pediatric neurologist, was arrested while leaving his workplace at Al-Basheer Hospital, in the Jordanian capital Amman. | Wihda Party condemned his arrest in a press statement, calling it "a clear violation of fundamental rights to which Jordanian citizens are entitled, including the freedom of speech and peaceful assembly." | The party pointed out that the detention of its d…
(2025-06-04). "ICE set a trap" : Immigrant rights activists push back against arrests at immigration courts. peoplesdispatch.org After Carmen, a mother of five US citizen daughters, was arrested by plainclothes ICE agents in front of her husband at San Antonio Immigration Court for an immigration hearing, Texas immigrant rights activists sprung into action. | 170 immigrant rights activists gathered on June 3 for a press conference outside of San Antonio Immigration Court. Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch, an immigration attorney in Texas, stepped up to the podium, alongside a family of three — Eduardo and his daughters Olivia and Jocelyn. Carmen, Eduardo's wife and the mother to five daughters who are US citizens, was arrested by ICE along wit…
(2025-06-04). "Sin lucha no hay victoria" : Por qué el pueblo panameño se levanta contra su gobierno y los EEUU. peoplesdispatch.org 
Los sectores populares en Panamá se encuentran en huelga desde hace un mes en contra de las políticas del gobierno de José Raúl Mulino.
(2025-06-04). Sana' Daqqah arrested and detained by Israeli authorities upon request from Itamar Ben-Gvir. peoplesdispatch.org Targeting iconic Palestinian figures has been a systematic policy of Israel, in an attempt to undermine their influence on the Palestinian collective memory as inspiring models of resistance.
(2025-06-04). Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders collapses government coalition. peoplesdispatch.org Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders has collapsed the country's short-lived coalition government, announcing that his Freedom Party (PVV) will exit the cabinet over disagreements on immigration policy. Wilders, known for his Islamophobic and xenophobic rhetoric, demanded even stricter measures against migrants and asylum seekers, despite the government already tightening policies in late 2024. | "No backing for our asylum plans," Wilders The PVV emerged as the leading political option in the…
(2025-06-04). "Without struggle, there is no victory" : Why the Panamanian people are standing up to their government and the US. peoplesdispatch.org 
Panamanian workers have been on strike for over a month against the policies of the José Raúl Mulino government.
(2025-06-04). Government Export Agency Noted 99 Israeli Crimes, But OK'd Arms Sale. readthemaple.com It is hard to really conjure a mitigation measure that could reduce the level of risk of arms transfers to Israel.
(2025-06-04). Ciego de àÅvila es el campeón de la Liga Élite del Béisbol Cubano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) El equipo de béisbol de Ciego de àÅvila se coronó campeón de la tercera Liga Élite del Béisbol Cubano, al derrotar en el cuarto juego de la final a Las Tunas, completando una inesperada e histórica barrida en el breve lapso de duración de estos certámenes.
(2025-06-04). Cuba y el Vaticano reafirman relevancia de relaciones históricas (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) El miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez sostuvo este miércoles aquí, conversaciones con monseñor Paul Richard Gallagher, secretario para las Relaciones con los Estados y las Organizaciones Internacionales de la Santa Sede, de visita oficial hasta el próximo día 6.
(2025-06-04). Gobiernos de Cuba e Irán fortalecen vínculos interparlamentarios (+ Fotos y Video). radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) El presidente de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba, Esteban Lazo, y el presidente de la Asamblea Consultiva Islámica de Irán, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, firmaron un Memorando de Entendimiento entre ambos parlamentos, con vistas a continuar consolidando los vínculos bilaterales.
(2025-06-04). Destacan en Cuba resiliencia mediática ante emergencias y desastres. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) El Instituto de Información y Comunicación Social de Cuba -ICS-, destaca este miércoles en su perfil oficial de Facebook el fortalecimiento de capacidades de resiliencia en los medios de comunicación ante situaciones de emergencia y desastres.
(2025-06-04). Responderá Etecsa inquietudes de la población en la Mesa Redonda. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) Representantes de la Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Cuba -Etecsa-, responderán este miércoles en el habitual programa televisivo Mesa Redonda a las inquietudes de la población sobre las recientes medidas comerciales dirigidas a clientes prepagos.
(2025-06-04). Proyecto sendero Turístico de Naturaleza Cascadas el Purial en montañas cienfuegueras del Grupo Guamuhaya (+Foto). radiohc.cu Cienfuegos, 4 jun (RHC) El Proyecto Sendero Turístico de Naturaleza Cascadas El Purial, surgido por iniciativa de la Asociación Francesa para el Desarrollo, de interés para las instituciones Gaviota y Cubanacán, continúa acaparando la atención en el municipio cienfueguero de Cumanayagua.
(2025-06-04). Comienza visita parlamentaria a provincia cubana de Camagàºey. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) La Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba -Parlamento- anunció este miércoles el inicio de una Visita parlamentaria por parte de sus comisiones permanentes a la provincia de Camagàºey, del 4 al 7 de junio.
(2025-06-04). Supremo de Brasil reanuda juicio sobre compromiso de redes sociales. radiohc.cu Brasilia, 4 jun (RHC) El Supremo Tribunal Federal de Brasil reanudó este miércoles el juicio que definirá cómo las plataformas digitales y las empresas tecnológicas deben ser responsables del contenido publicado por los usuarios.
(2025-06-04). Ministerio de Comunicaciones de Cuba desmiente noticias falsas (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) Con frecuencia circulan en las redes sociales noticias falsas, dirigidas a desorientar, crear inseguridad y malestar en sus destinatarios; con la pretensión, además, de desacreditar públicamente la actuación oficial de instituciones estatales.
(2025-06-04). Sofocado incendio en Guanajay sin daños personales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) El semanario el Artemiseño publica este miércoles que se sofocó el incendio generado en un almacén arrendado por un trabajador por cuenta propia para la reparación de colchones, en el municipio artemiseño de Guanajay.
(2025-06-04). Científicos estadounidenses desarrollan bolígrafo para diagnosticar Parkinson. radiohc.cu Washington, 4 jun (RHC) Un equipo de investigadores de la Universidad estadounidense de California, desarrolla actualmente un bolígrafo con alto potencial para mejorar el diagnóstico de la Enfermedad de Parkinson -EP.
(2025-06-04). Italia reportó su primer contagiado con variante Nimbus de Covid-19. radiohc.cu Roma, 4 jun (RHC) El primer contagio en Italia con la variante NB.1.8.1 (Nimbus) del virus SARS-Cov-2, causante de la Covid-19, se detectó en la ciudad de Génova, de la norteña región de Liguria, indica hoy un reporte.
(2025-06-04). Entregan en provincia de Cuba premios Medio Ambiente (+Fotos). radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) Autoridades del Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología y Medio Ambiente -Citma-, en la provincia cubana de Matanzas entregaron hoy premios y distinciones a tono con las celebraciones en el territorio por el Día Mundial del Medio Ambiente a celebrarse este 5 de junio.
(2025-06-04). Inauguran en Camagàºey XXXV Festival Nacional de la Radio Cubana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC( El Festival Nacional de la Radio Cubana, en su edición XXXV, ha sido inaugurado oficialmente este 4 de junio en la ciudad de Camagàºey, un evento que celebra la riqueza y diversidad de la radiodifusión en la isla.
(2025-06-04). Cuba y el Vaticano cancelan sello postal por aniversario 90 de relaciones diplomáticas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 jun (RHC) El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, y el secretario para las Relaciones con los Estados de la Santa Sede, Paul Richard Gallagher, conmemoraron hoy el aniversario 90 de las relaciones diplomáticas con la cancelación de un sello postal.
(2025-06-04). Presidenta de México critica aumento de aranceles al acero y aluminio de Trump. radiohc.cu Ciudad de México, 4 jun (RHC) La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, criticó este miércoles el aumento de aranceles al acero y aluminio que la víspera confirmó el Gobierno de Estados Unidos.
(2025-06-04). Sesionó en Bruselas IV Comité Conjunto Cuba-Unión Europea. radiohc.cu La Habana, 4 de jun (RHC) El IV Comité Conjunto Cuba-Unión Europea sesionó hoy en Bruselas, Bélgica, en el marco del cuarto ciclo de implementación provisional del Acuerdo de Diálogo Político y de Cooperación.
(2025-06-04). Presidenta de México defiende labor de brigadas médicas de Cuba. radiohc.cu Ciudad de México, 4 jun (RHC) La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, afirmó hoy que existe un contrato legal para que médicos de Cuba ayuden a la población de esta nación y rechazó que se trate de "trabajo forzado" como afirma Estados Unidos.
(2025-06-04). Comienza en Holguín Festival de Cine Jibarama. radiohc.cu Holguín, 4 jun (RHC) La edición 15 del Festival Medioambiental de Cine Jibarama comenzará hoy y se extenderá hasta el 7 de junio en Gibara, dedicado en esta ocasión al aniversario 85 de la fundación de la Sociedad Espeleológica de Cuba.
(2025-06-04). Aplican en hospital de Holguín inteligencia artificial. radiohc.cu Holguín, 4 jun (RHC) El Hospital Universitario Docente Vladimir y Ilich Lenin de la provincia de Holguín aplica la inteligencia artificial (IA) en los procesos de gobernanza de esa institución, como parte de los programas para mejorar la calidad en la atención a la población.
(2025-06-04). Who Feeds London? publicbooks.org What really is a capacious and dynamic food culture? Where is such a culture to be found? And, if such a culture exists, who are its enemies?
(2025-06-04). BAN Toxics Urges Parents to Be Vigilant After Toxic Lead and Other Chemicals Found in School Supplies. pressenza.com 
Chemicals and waste watchdog BAN Toxics has raised urgent concerns over the presence of hazardous substances in some school supplies, urging parents and consumers to take extra caution with the back-to-school season in full swing. | In a recent market sampling, the group purchased and tested 17 types of school items sourced from bargain shops and ambulant vendors in the cities of Caloocan, Manila, Pasay, Quezon City, and Taguig. | Out of 150 samples screened using a Vanta C Series Handheld XRF Analyzer, two school items were found to contain dangerously high levels of toxic lead. A kiddie backpack with a cartoon…
(2025-06-04). Workers approve strikes as they escalate battle with Big Grocery. peoplesworld.org 
Grocery workers across the U.S., largely represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), are taking a stand this week against the corporate grocery giants, Kroger and Albertsons, as coordinated negotiations gain more support and popularity among the rank-and-file. Strike authorization votes are sweeping through multiple states and several UFCW locals in what could …
(2025-06-04). EcoWaste Coalition to Schools: Pick Certified LED Lights, Safely Manage Busted Mercury Fluorescent Lamps. pressenza.com 
4 June 2025, Quezon City. As schools get ready for next week's Brigada Eskwela cleanup, repair and maintenance activities, the environmental and health watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition reminded participants to pick light emitting diode (LED) lights as they are more energy efficient, more durable, and do not pose mercury exposure risks. | At the same time, the group drew attention to the need to safely manage busted mercury-containing linear, compact and circular fluorescent lamps to prevent breakage, which can release mercury in the form of a vapor and pose a risk of inhalation or skin contact. The EcoWaste Coal…
(2025-06-04). Anthropology from the inside: New Indigenous scholarship from Brazil in translation. peoplesworld.org 
One can only imagine that the fundamental issue addressed in Reflections from the Inside: New Indigenous Scholarship from Brazil in Translation could be replicated in any number of places around the world, and that is: Can Western academic anthropology be trusted to accurately, sensitively, fully and profoundly express the values of Native cultures without imposing …
(2025-06-04). It's time for labor to stand up against MAGA. peoplesworld.org 
The first few months of the Trump administration have been a disaster for democracy. In many respects, it's far worse than we could have ever imagined. Expected were the attacks on migrant labor and federal workers. So too with the attempts to dismantle the Department of Education, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), and the …
(2025-06-04). NATO and U.S. military madness weakens the fight against fascism. peoplesworld.org 
European and U.S. "centrist" leaders are increasingly supporting a NATO campaign for more armaments and planning for war. The task facing peace forces around the world is how to stop this expansion of military madness, which is endangering not just world peace but the movements that are resisting Trumpism and the growth of fascism. A …
(2025-06-04). Uber and other 'platform' corporations hide their exploitation of workers behind an app. peoplesworld.org 
Alejandro thought that driving full-time for Uber offered freedom—flexible hours, quick cash, and time to care for his young son. But that promise faded fast. "There are hours when I make $20," he told me. "And there are hours when I make $2." As his pay dropped, he pawned his computer and camera, began rationing …
(2025-06-04). AFL-CIO officials warn Trump is seizing control of all federal agencies. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Republican President Donald Trump's firing of National Labor Relations Board member Gwynne Wilcox presages something far worse, two top AFL-CIO officials say: A total—and unconstitutional—takeover of the entire federal government down to the lowest level. And that's very bad for workers, Jody Calemine, the federation's Legislative and Advocacy Director, and Matt Ginsburg, its General Counsel, …
(2025-06-04). The incredible war preparations of NATO in Europe. pressenza.com We have heard mister Mark Rutte, the secretary general of NATO, in his press conference in Vilius, the 2 e of June and his incredibly belligerent words. For sure in preparation of the NATO summit in the Hague, Netherlands in some 3 weeks more. | It is good to mention here that the Hague officially is named the City of Peace and Justice and that it is the city where the International Peace Palace is situated since 28 of August 1913.
| That now in this same (governamental) city the NATO will hold its summit is a slap in the face of all those who defend peace and justice as the highest good of humanity. | The…
(2025-06-04). The Rise of Autonomous Drone Warfare: Threats to Humanity and Freedom. pressenza.com by Irshad Ahmad Mughal | "Recent drone strikes deep inside Russian territory—destroying fighter jets—forced me to contemplate Earth's future, especially after the latest India-Pakistan war crises. The Middle East is already engulfed in flames, with Israel relentlessly erasing Palestinian lives despite global outcry. Europe teeters on the brink due to the Ukraine-Russia war, and as more nations join this inferno, World War III looms. Billions would then face annihilation, potentially fulfilling prophecies of humanity's end foretold in religious scriptures. | Yet this isn't the 'end of time'—time…
(2025-06-04). Salvadoran organized crime reporter shot dead in Honduras. cpj.org Mexico City, June 4, 2025—Honduran authorities must conduct a transparent and credible investigation into the killing of Salvadoran journalist Javier Hércules and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Wednesday. On the evening of May 31, Hércules, who also worked as a taxi driver, was shot and killed by two…
(2025-06-04). "We know what's coming: exile or prison" — El Faro's àìscar Martínez on surviving Bukele's crackdown. cpj.org 
Journalists at El Faro knew the risks when they published a series of interviews with gang members alleging long-standing ties between Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele and criminal groups. They didn't know how quickly the crackdown would escalate. Within days of publication last month, sources close to El Salvador's attorney general's office warned that arrest warrants…
(2025-06-04). CPJ welcomes José Zamora as Regional Director for the Americas. cpj.org New York, June 4, 2025—The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) is pleased to announce the appointment of José Zamora as the new Regional Director for the Americas, the region which now includes CPJ's work covering the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. "Zamora brings a unique portfolio of well-rounded experiences to CPJ, including…
(2025-06-04). Elecciones en Portugal: El espejo de una Unión Europea en ruinas. strategic-culture.su
(2025-06-04). Em meio à disputa pela lideranàßa da direita, Eduardo Bolsonaro faz discurso nacionalista e acena para a esquerda. strategic-culture.su
(2025-06-04). Musk disappointed with 'big, Beautiful Bill'. strategic-culture.su Elon Musk seems ready to illustrate this adage yet again while testing exactly how big a tent the Republican Party of 2025 really is. Mere days after departing as a special government employee running the Department of Government Efficiency, Musk has said the White House-backed, House-passed "Big, Beautiful Bill" is actually a "disgusting abomination."
(2025-06-04). Quando Oriente e Occidente non riescono a incontrarsi: tra Leviatano, Behemoth e Mandala. strategic-culture.su Il primo vertice trilaterale ASEAN-Cina-GCC è stato una celebrazione de facto dello spirito della Nuova Via della Seta. | Segue nostro Il primo
(2025-06-04). Striking criticism of Europe from the U.S. State Department: Whom are human rights and freedom of expression targeting this time? strategic-culture.su
(2025-06-04). Thinking Zbig: Zbigniew Brzezinski as the key to 300 years of Anglo American Grand Strategy. strategic-culture.su
(2025-06-04). Who's really meddling in European democracy? strategic-culture.su No foreign power interfered more blatantly in Poland's presidential elections than the EU. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The e…
(2025-06-04). This Is Israel. thealtworld.com This is Israel. This is what the Zionist project looks like. The dead kids. The blown-out hospitals. The desperate, starving civilians. This is it. | There is no alternate version of Israel where these things are not happening. The liberal Zionist vision of a two-state solution and a just and peaceful Israel exists solely in the imaginations of the people who envision it. Nothing like it has ever existed. Everything about the modern state of Israel is unyieldingly hostile to that vision. | You either support the existence of the Israel you see before you, or you support the end of the apartheid Zionist entity. Th…
(2025-06-04). People's Assembly puts on show of fake outrage over 'Tory Starmer'. thecommunists.org The 'People's Assembly' (even the name makes us cringe. Which people? What assembly?) are failing miserably once again. The Trotskyites and revisionists who populate the leadership of this supposedly 'anti-austerity' formation have called a national demonstration for Saturday 7 June in central London. We will be there, in order to meet any decent anti-austerity workers …
(2025-06-04). AI Is Coming For Your Credit Union. levernews.com 
(2025-06-04). The Trump Protests Will Fail — Unless People Do This. levernews.com In a recent
(2025-06-04). If Labour is to deliver on its pledge to build 1.5 million homes then our planning system must be reformed. leftfootforward.org 'Only 4% of applications are dealt with within the statutory 13-week timetable'
(2025-06-04). Winter fuel payments to be reinstated this year, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms. leftfootforward.org "We have listened to the concerns that people had about the level of the means test, and so we will be making changes to that"
(2025-06-04). New Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin makes shocking request in first PMQ. leftfootforward.org Reform MP Sarah Pochin, who won the Runcorn and Helsby by-election on 1 May, used her first ever PMQ to ask if Keir Starmer will ban the burqa. | The former Tory asked: "Given the prime minister's desire to strengthen strategic alignment with European neighbours, will he, in the interests of public safety, follow the lead of France, Denmark, Belgium and others, and ban the burqa?". | Her question was met with audible groans from across the chamber, though one MP was heard saying "hear, hear." | Starmer responded: "Can I welcome her to her place, but I'm not going to follow her down that line." | Starmer then p…
(2025-06-04). UCU boss perfectly dismantles Reform MP's arguments on immigration. leftfootforward.org Trade union boss Jo Grady took apart immigration claims made by Reform UK's newest MP, Sarah Pochin, on Politics Hub last night. | On the show, Pochin said that small boat crossings are "an absolute national emergency" and said they will bankrupt this country, claiming "these are not families, these are young economic migrants, fighting age males". | She went on to say that "young male" migrants are being housed in houses of multiple occupancy (HMOs) and are "getting lost in the system", adding they pose "a threat to our society". | Pochin later claimed that they are "not genuine refugees" and that they come…
(2025-06-04). Revealed: British public overwhelmingly support Israeli arms embargo, new polling finds. leftfootforward.org Bombshell new polling shows overwhelming support for full arms embargo on Israel, with four times more people in favour than against it. | The Opinium poll, conducted on behalf of Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) found that 57% of the British public support ending arms sales to Israel, while only 13% oppose doing so. | Support for an arms embargo increases to 71% among those who voted for the Labour Party at the 2024 general election. | Last September, the government suspended around 30 arms export licences after it assessed that the items might be used to facilitate serious violations of International Huma…
(2025-06-04). Breaking News: JNF Canada loses another court appeal. justpeaceadvocates.ca The Jewish National Fund of Canada has lost another bid to overturn the Canada Revenue Agency's revocation of its charitable status. The decision bolsters the CRA's authority to revoke other Israel focused charities violating Canada's Income Tax Act.
(2025-06-04). Avatar of Chaos, Cruelty and Death: Elon Musk's Reign of Terror isn't Over. juancole.com 
Chicago (Special to Informed Comment) — Serving as gangster President Trump's hatchet man, Musk promised a lean efficient government but gave us chainsaw-massacre firings that devastated government functionality. While gloating about solving the fabricated grift and criminality of US foreign aid, Musk terminated life-saving medications for dying babies and ended food supplies for starving children. …
(2025-06-04). I asked chatGPT how to fight the Republicans plan to reduce Medicaid benefits! indybay.org I asked chatGPT how to petition the Republicans to convince them to stop their cruel plan to reduce Mediciad benefits, and this is the reponse I got from chatGPT!
(2025-06-04). Child Rape on the JBLM Military Base? indybay.org Why is the JBLM DES protecting pedophiles and sexual predators?>
(2025-06-04). Saturday 6/7: Tesla Takedown Veterans and Supporters. indybay.org Corte Madera Tesla | 201 Casa Buena…
(2025-06-04). Thursday 6/5: "Violence, Terrorism and the Left" panel discussion. indybay.org McHenry Library (414 McHenry Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064), Room 2353…
(2025-06-04). Cosechas amargas: Campaña de denuncia y solidaridad. indybay.org Cosechas amargas: Campaña de denuncia y solidaridad con las personas trabajadoras migrantes sin derechos | FILM FRUTOS AMARGOS (THE PICKERS) "RECOLECTOR*S"
(2025-06-04). Wednesday 6/11: Stand with Mosab Abu Toha! A Special Evening of Poetry & Solidarity. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…
(2025-06-04). Resistance to Trump is everywhere. The first 50 days. indybay.org In a few short weeks, resisters have already achieved important steps. They've mobilized tens of thousands repeatedly. They've put significant economic pressure on Trump and Musk on multiple fronts. They've rolled back and halted a long list of the administration's policies.
(2025-06-04). Dissenter Update: DIA Employee Arrested In FBI Sting. thedissenter.org Host Kevin Gosztola discusses the FBI sting operation that led to the arrest of a Defense Intelligence Agency employee opposed to President Donald Trump's agenda, who allegedly agreed to trade state secrets for citizenship in Germany.Headlines for this edition include an Australia appeals court rejecting Australia war crimes whistleblower's David McBride challenge to his prison sentence and the Nevada Supreme Court effectively ruling that police may not sue Nevada residents over records requests. *Click "View in browser" in email to listen to audio version…
(2025-06-04). Iran Refuses Nuclear Compromise, Keeps Door Open to US Talks. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-04). "So They'll Never Have Children" : American Nurse Says Israeli Soldiers Deliberately Shot Boys in the Penis. mintpressnews.com Willy Massay describes the horror of Gaza's hospitals: children suffocating without electricity, no medicine, and Israeli soldiers shooting boys in the genitals. His account is a chilling indictment of genocide as it unfolds.
(2025-06-04). Syria Folds Former Jihadists Into Army With Quiet US Nod. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-04). Murdered Israeli Diplomat's Faith Sparks Debate on Jewish Identity. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-04). Israeli Researchers Suggest Early Humans Smoked Meat 1 Million Years Ago. themedialine.org 
(2025-06-04). When Religious Employers Get a Pass, Workers Pay the Price. counterpunch.org 
Like nearly a third of U.S. adults, I was raised Catholic. So when Pope Leo XIV was elected, I took note. What stood out to me was not just our shared nationality, but the legacy of his chosen name. His predecessor, Leo XIII, issued Rerum Novarum, an 1891 encyclical that supported labor unions and championed workers' rights.
(2025-06-04). The War on Trans People. counterpunch.org 
This year, Pride Month arrives at an especially dire moment for the LGBTQ+ community. Under the second Trump administration, homophobic vitriol and violence are on the rise. On Elon Musk's X platform, a "deepfake" video of Donald Trump canceling Pride Month has gone viral. And even as Pride celebrations continue as planned (in many places without as
(2025-06-04). Lethal Petty Bigots 'R Us. commondreams.org 
(2025-06-04). US Policies are a Race-to-the Bottom for Nations Trying to End Forest Losses by 2030. counterpunch.org 
(2025-06-04). BAY AREA EVENT | June 26] Housing Politics and Climate Disaster. dissentmagazine.org 
A discussion with Zach Lou and Moira Birss, moderated by Patrick Iber.
(2025-06-04). India's opposition leader slams Modi for 'surrendering' on Trump's call. geo.tv 
The combined image shows Rahul Gandhi and Narendra Modi. — Reuters/AFP/FileGandhi makes remarks mocking Modi's response to international pressure.Politician takes aim at dysfunction within his own party, warns against "lame horses".Opposition leader accuses…
(2025-06-04). Bhushan Athale sentenced for threatening Sikhs and Muslims. geo.tv 
The US Department of Justice Building is pictured, in Washington. — ReutersAn American national Bhushan Athale is sentenced to 26 months in prison for a federal hate crime and for making violent interstate threats against various individuals based on their religion, including the…
(2025-06-04). Musk calls Trump's tax-cut and spending bill 'a disgusting abomination'. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk attend a press conference in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, May 30, 2025. — ReutersRepublican leaders say Musk is mistaken.Hardline Republicans rally to Musk message.House passed bill by one vote, Senate to…
(2025-06-04). Airlines suffer amid increasing missile threats and airspace closures. geo.tv 
(2025-06-04). Japan births in 2024 fell below 700,000 for first time. geo.tv 
Nursery school children take a nap at Hinagiku nursery in Moriyama, western Japan. — Reuters/File The number of births in Japan last year fell below 700,000 for the first time on record, government data showed Wednesday.The fast-ageing nation welcomed 686,061 newborns…
(2025-06-04). Iran's Khamenei says US nuclear proposal against national interest. geo.tv 
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves during the 36th anniversary of the death of the leader of Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, at Khomeini's shrine in southern Tehran, Iran June 4, 2025. — ReutersTEHRAN: Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali…
(2025-06-04). At least 11 killed in stampede at India cricket celebrations. geo.tv 
(2025-06-04). Russia will respond to Ukraine drone attacks, Putin tells Trump. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks as he signs documents in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, U.S. February 4, 2025 — Reuters
(2025-06-04). Full Speech: Nigel Farage Launches Most Explosive Attack On Starmer- 'Mad…Laughing Silly' | Reform UK. hindustantimes.com The Reform UK leader Nigel Farage addressed the Scottish voters in Aberdeen on June 3. Farage spoke on ending net zero, "the next Brexit" and the deindustrialisation of Scotland. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-06-04). Full Speech: Rubio On US Anger After Pearl Harbour Attack – Warning Ukraine After Spiderweb? | Russia. hindustantimes.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the American Compass Fifth Anniversary Gala in Washington, D.C., on June 3. Rubio defended the America First foreign policy in his remarks, as under President Donald Trump, the US focuses on diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people and their safety and economic prosperity. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-06-04). JD Vance Full Speech: 'A***ole…Insulting Me' – Trump's VP Shocks Liberals After Surprise Joke | USA. hindustantimes.com The US Vice President JD Vance attended the American Compass Fifth Anniversary Gala in Washington, D.C., on June 3. Vance also participated in a discussion with American Compass founder and chief economist Oren Cass. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-06-04). Lost and Found in the Streets of Rome. counterpunch.org 
This past March, I traveled to Rome to accept an award for my recently published novel, The Accidental Jesus. The event would cap this year's international competition for literary fiction sponsored by the Pegasus Foundation. The book is set in San Pedro, California, and dramatizes how the protagonist—who resembles the historical Jesus and struggles with
(2025-06-04). Change, But at What Cost? counterpunch.org 
I sat spellbound. The man across the table was relating how he had wrangled his way into a detention center where he suspected torture was being committed. He convinced the guard to leave the room, quickly photographed the horrific scarring on a detainee's back, smuggled the film out and showed the photos to a judge.
(2025-06-04). Will the United States Have an Unpredictable Past? counterpunch.org 
(2025-06-04). Nearly 11 Million Americans Will Lose Healthcare to Pay for Trump's Billionaire Tax Cuts. commondreams.org Today, the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO)
(2025-06-04). Massive fire injures 2 people at a gas station in Beirut. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Beirut, the Lebanese capital, has just witnessed a state of panic on Wednesday morning after a massive fire broke out at a gas station.The incident happened on the Baabda-Hadath road, causing a powerful explosion in the area and injuring at least two people.A thick black cloud covered the sky as Lebanese Civil Defense teams and ambulances rushed to the site of the fire in an attempt to control it and prevent it from spreading to neighboring buildings.Lebanese newspaper "An-Nahar" quoted Civil Defense sources as saying that the flames erupted as a result of the burning of diesel tankers located near the…
(2025-06-04). Pakistani TikToker Sana Yousaf shot dead inside her home in Islamabad. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A Pakistani TikToker with over 2 million followers was shot dead inside her home in the capital Islamabad, local media revealed.Pakistani TikToker Sana Yousaf was shot at close range after an unknown armed attacker entered her house and opened fire, then he fled the crime scene.The Express Tribune said that Sana, 17, was shot at close range by an unknown person who allegedly entered her home and opened fire and escaped the location. Police sources revealed: "The killer reportedly entered the house and opened fire before fleeing the scene."Saw her profile, she was a cute kid, no vulgar reels. Really fee…
(2025-06-04). Permian Basin The Energizer Bunny of Oil. wattsupwiththat.com Just like the Energizer Bunny, the Permian Basin "just keeps going and going!"
(2025-06-04). John Rentoul's Fake Cost Of Net Zero. wattsupwiththat.com The big problem here is that successive governments have steadfastly refused to carry out any proper cost assessment whatsoever, so critics of Net Zero have no option but to make their own estimates.
(2025-06-04). Geopolitical codes of the Three Seas Initiative 3. uwidata.com By Halil àñzsaraàß, (Ret.) Turkish Staff Navy Captain In my previous article, I explained that inland trade routes could be useful only when connected to the sea. Otherwise, thousands of kilometers of land corridors linked end to end would fall short of being profitable trade routes. For this reason, I opposed our Ministry of Transport …
(2025-06-04). Construction of seven renewable energy facilities begins in Kyrgyzstan. tvbrics.com 
The most ambitious initiative is a solar power station…
(2025-06-04). Nigeria calls on BRICS countries to switch to trading in national currencies and strengthen cooperation within group. tvbrics.com 
In addition to trade, Chairman of the Nigeria's House Committee on Foreign Affairs advocated joint investment in key sectors such as agriculture and clean energy…
(2025-06-04). Egypt presents project for new city in desert. tvbrics.com 
It will combine urban innovation and agriculture…
(2025-06-04). Heihe strengthens China—Russia medical cooperation through traditional Chinese medicine. tvbrics.com 
China's hospitals to provide tailored services to Russian-speaking patients…
(2025-06-04). Iran and China launch second phase of joint archaeological studies to explore ancient iron-smelting technologies. tvbrics.com 
The aim is to reconstruct the historical interconnection between industrial activity and the residential fabric of Masouleh…
(2025-06-04). Indian astronaut to lead scientific research in space under international mission. tvbrics.com 
These studies may provide new insights into the possibilities of sustaining life beyond Earth…
(2025-06-04). Iran develops new versions of satellites to boost space branch. tvbrics.com 
Cooperation between science and space agencies continues to support progress in the space industry…
(2025-06-04). Abu Dhabi successfully implements new blood clot removal technology. tvbrics.com 
Experts emphasise that the introduction of such technologies contributes to the creation of a more sustainable and highly efficient healthcare system…
(2025-06-04). Chinese drilling technology transforms Egyptian desert into farmland. tvbrics.com 
The project is being implemented as part of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)…
(2025-06-04). Pakistan's Nuclear Program: An Archeo-Futurist Perspective. muslimskeptic.com Every year, on May 28, Pakistan commemorates its national holiday known as Youm-e-Takbir. The term translates into English as "The Day of the Proclamation of God's Greatness" and marks the anniversary of its first publicly acknowledged nuclear weapons tests, codenamed Chagai-I and Chagai-II. These tests, conducted in 1998, represented a strategic and symbolic response to …
(2025-06-04). Conference on Financing seen as an enabler for SDGs. sanews.gov.za Conference on Financing seen as an enabler for SDGs | The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) has been described as a crucial opportunity to reshape the global financial system in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). ⚪ This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who delivered remarks at the high-level virtual meeting of the Forth International Conference on Financing for Development on Tuesday. ⚪ "We must emerge from the conference with bold decisions and an ambitious action plan that leaves no country, no community and no person behind. ⚪ "The world is in…
(2025-06-04). A New Asian Triad: ASEAN, China, and the Persian Gulf Align. scheerpost.com Photo Credit: The Cradle | By Suleyman Karan / On 26—27 May, the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, hosted the first-ever Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)—Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—China While not fo…
(2025-06-04). No Tax on Tips: Too Taxing for Dems. scheerpost.com President Donald Trump attends UFC 314 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Saturday, April 12, 2025. (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok) | By Les Leopold / "This legislation will have a lasting impact on millions of Americans by protecting the hard-earned dollars of blue-collar workers, the very people who are living paycheck-to-paycheck. I urge my colleagues in the House to pass this important bill and send it to the President's desk to be signed into law." Senator Ted Cruz, R-TX | Ted Cruz? How could th…
(2025-06-04). Palantir: Peter Thiel's Data-Mining Firm Helps DOGE Build Master Database to Surveil, Track Immigrants. scheerpost.com By The Trump administration has tapped Palantir — the notorious data-mining firm co-founded by billionaire tech investor Peter Thiel — to compile information on people in the United States for a "master database," creating an easy way to cross-reference sensitive data from tax records, immigration records and more. Palantir also has a $30 million contract with ICE to provide almost real-time visibility into immigrants' movements as the agency seeks to arrest 3,000 people a day. Wired reporter Makena Kelly says the c…
(2025-06-04). Russia at a Crossroads. scheerpost.com Russian President Vladimir Putin during a meeting in Moscow last month. (Kremlin) | By John Wight / Russian President Vladimir Putin now finds himself at a monumental crossroads when it comes to his stewardship of Russia at a time when nuclear Armageddon has never been closer. | Ukraine's devastatingly successful and audacious strike against Russia's long-range strategic bomber aircraft stock marks a major inflection point in a conflict that evidences no sign of ending. | But let us not lose sight of the salient fact…
(2025-06-04). Syrian Bloodbaths: From Nefarious to Benign. scheerpost.com Tom Barrack met with Ahmed al-Sharaa in Syria in May 2025. Ambassador Tom Barrack, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | By Gregory Shupak / In The Political Economy of Human Rights (South End Press, 1979), Noam Chomsky and Edward S. Herman argued that the American ruling class and corporate media regard bloodbaths as being constructive, nefarious or benign. A constructive bloodbath is typically carried out by the US or one of its proxies, and is endorsed in establishment media. The most…
(2025-06-04). Police Commissioner condemns attack on police officers. sanews.gov.za Police Commissioner condemns attack on police officers | The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola, has condemned the attack on members of the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) in Westbury in Cape Town while performing their duties. | At about 15: 50, members of the anti-gang unit were busy patrolling the area and conducting stop and searches along Steytler Street in Westbury when they found a man in possession of drugs. | The members immediately placed the suspect under arrest, and that is when community members started gathering and throwing rocks and bottles at the polic…
(2025-06-04). Water issues thrashed out at Hamburg Sustainability Conference. sanews.gov.za Water issues thrashed out at Hamburg Sustainability Conference | Water security and food production were some of the issues that Western Cape MEC for Local Government, Environmental Affairs, and Development Planning, Anton Bredell spoke to at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference in Germany. ⚪ This as the MEC participated in a panel discussion focused on food security and water management in the context of global climate change. ⚪ Bredell stated that water security and food production systems are interconnected in the Western Cape, a water-scarce region affected by climate change, which is making the province…
(2025-06-04). Ahead Of The Brisbane Olympics, It's Time For Australia To Get Serious About Esports. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Most of us have heard of esports but many don't realise the fast-growing world of competitive video gaming features tournaments, university scholarships and billions of …
(2025-06-04). Gluten Intolerance And Coeliac Disease Can Both Cause Nausea, Bloating And Pain. What's The Difference? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Around one in ten Australians say they follow a gluten-free diet . | This means eliminating common foods such as bread, pasta and noodles that contain gluten, a protein …
(2025-06-04). How Physicists Used Antimatter, Supercomputers And Giant Magnets To Solve A 20-Year-Old Mystery. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Physicists are always searching for new theories to improve our understanding of the universe and resolve big unanswered questions. | But there's a problem. How do you …
(2025-06-04). Young People Who Witness Domestic Violence Are More Likely To Be Victims Of It. Here's How We Can Help Them. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In our national discussions on domestic and family violence, much of the focus is rightly on the women experiencing the violence and how best to help them. | But another …
(2025-06-04). Musk Slams Trump's Tax Bill As 'Disgusting Abomination'. menafn.com (MENAFN – Pajhwok Afghan News) | KABUL (Pajhwok): Tech billionaire Elon Musk has strongly criticised President Donald Trump's flagship tax and spending bill, calling it a disgusting abomination. | I'm …
(2025-06-04). Extreme Weather Events Have Slowed Economic Growth, Adding To The Case For Another Rate Cut. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Australia's economy slowed sharply in the March quarter, growing by just 0.2% as government spending slowed and extreme weather events dampened demand. That followed an …
(2025-06-04). Deadline for Electoral Commission nominations extended. sanews.gov.za Deadline for Electoral Commission nominations extended | The deadline for nominations for the three vacancies at the Electoral Commission has been extended to 6 June 2025. | According to the Office of the Chief Justice, the deadline was extended following a "request by certain organisations". | "This will allow interested persons who may not have been aware of the advertisement to submit their nominations by no later than the abovementioned date," the office said in a statement. | Potential applicants must be: | South African citizens; | fit and proper persons to hold that office; | and do not at that stage have…
(2025-06-04). SARS welcomes Mary Baine as ATAF Executive Secretary. sanews.gov.za SARS welcomes Mary Baine as ATAF Executive Secretary | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, has announced the appointment of Mary Baine as the new Executive Secretary of the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF), effective 1 July 2025. | Baine succeeds Logan Wort, who has served as ATAF's Executive Secretary since its establishment in 2009. | "Baine's appointment marks a new and exciting chapter in ATAF's journey. Her extensive expertise, demonstrated leadership, and unwavering dedication to the Forum's mission uniquely positioned her to lead ATAF in the next phase of its jo…
(2025-06-04). Cuba's ETECSA Explains New Controversial Mobile Data Plans and Top-ups. orinocotribune.com Starting May 30, Cuban telecommunication company ETECSA modified its Company executives were interviewed last Friday on The Roundtable program to report on their services' status and prepaid service changes effective the same day. | Tan…
(2025-06-04). HJB Miner Expands Global Cloud Mining Business in 2025. moguldom.com London, UK, May 11, 2025 — HJB Miner, the leading cloud mining platform, announces the expansion of its global mining operations, providing users with a simplified and efficient way to participate in cryptocurrency mining. As the demand for convenient and high-yield mining solutions continues to grow, HJB Miner has always been at the forefront, providing …
(2025-06-04). Brazil's MST Promotes Agrarian Reform Amidst Environmental Crisis During Nature Day. orinocotribune.com Brazil's Landless Rural Workers' Movement (MST) launched the third edition of Nature Day this Monday, an initiative that is part of its national plan "Plant Trees, Produce Healthy Food." The goal is not only reforestation but also strengthening popular agrarian reform as an alternative to the current environmental crisis. | This was stated by Camilo Augusto, project coordinator, in an interview with local media. Since 2021, the MST has promoted this event across Brazil, carrying out activities that include planting, seed distribution and mobilizing around environmental preservation. | A prominent example is in Pa…
(2025-06-04). Ecuador's Assembly Approves Reform to Allow Establishment of Foreign Military Bases. orinocotribune.com With 82 votes in favor, 60 against and six abstentions, Ecuador's National Assembly approved Tuesday the amendment to Article 5 of the Constitution, which will authorize the entry of foreign troops and establishment of foreign military bases. | The article, prior to the amendment, established that the South American country "is a territory of peace," explicitly prohibited "the establishment of foreign military bases or foreign installations for military purposes" and prohibits "the transfer of national military bases to foreign armed or security forces." | However, last October, President Daniel Noboa introduced…
(2025-06-04). El Salvador's Authorities Persist in Persecution Against Human Rights Defender Ruth López. orinocotribune.com On Monday, El Salvador's Attorney General's Office (FGR) filed a formal charge against Ruth Eleonora López, attorney and legal director of the Cristosal Human Rights Foundation. | The charge was filed before the 12th Court of Peace of San Salvador, following the arbitrary arrest of López on May 18 for alleged involvement "in the theft of funds from state coffers" while serving as an assistant to former official Eugenio Chicas. | At that time, the Attorney General's Office (FGR) exposed it on social media. Since then, the lawyer remains in provisional detention at the Traffic Division of the National Civil Police…
(2025-06-04). Venezuela Sends Proposal to OPEC+ Countries to Ensure Market Stability. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced he sent a letter to OPEC+ member countries urging them to adjust and fine-tune official coordination mechanisms to establish a strategy guaranteeing stability, investment recovery, profits for oil companies, and fairer, better oil prices. | This Monday, June 2, during his weekly Con Maduro+ program, the president said that Venezuela reaffirms its commitment to consolidating the unity and cohesion of the OPEC+ countries. | "In that letter, I ask that we visualize the second half of this year, and the two years to come, based on having a strategy that includes stability…
(2025-06-04). Yes, That Was The Plan. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2025-06-04). Trump Officials Open Millions of Acres of Alaska Wildlands to Oil and Gas Drilling. pressenza.com
(2025-06-04). Thrown Out After 40 Years: The Women of Sicome-Sicomek Confront Employer Impunity and Union Betrayal in Meknès. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). Alternatives to Debt financing in the Philippines. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). Debt and Immigration : 13 th Asian Regional School, Quezon City, Philippines. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). South Korea: under pressure. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax bill. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). Inclusive Growth or Entrapment? Unpacking the Microfinance Paradox in India. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). 2025/26 Budget Statement: Budget 3.0 continues the anti-poor direction of the' Government of National Unity'. cadtm.org
(2025-06-04). Anishinabek Nation Chiefs-in-Assembly assert inherent, sole authority to decide First Nation citizenship. windspeaker.com
(2025-06-04). Madison, June 12, 2025: Farewell Party Honoring SCFL Organizer Issy Bilek. wibailoutpeople.org
(2025-06-04). Madison, June 4, 2025: Immigration Labor Train the Trainer. wibailoutpeople.org
(2025-06-04). Madison, June 7, 2025: Take Kids Fishing Day! wibailoutpeople.org
(2025-06-04). Shooting at Gaza aid site a "war crime" aljazeera.com "Using starvation as an act of warfare … it's already a war crime [as] described by [the] International Criminal Court."
(2025-06-04). Hunger and bullets: Palestinians recall Gaza aid massacre horror. aljazeera.com As thousands gathered on Sunday, seeking aid to feed their families, Israeli forces opened fire, killing more than 30.
(2025-06-04). In Gaza, even humanitarian aid "has been politicised" aljazeera.com Colin Clarke analyses the chaos of aid distribution in Gaza and why trained professionals must lead the effort.
(2025-06-04). Freedom Flotilla issues distress signal after drone circles overhead. aljazeera.com There was confusion and panic on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla on Tuesday night after a drone was spotted circling overhead,…
(2025-06-04). Gaza's "death trap" aid distribution. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's @khalidmajzoubofficial addresses Israel's version of events on a deadly day in Gaza…
(2025-06-04). US-backed GHF suspends Gaza aid for full day, group names new leader. aljazeera.com Israeli military warns access roads to the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's aid distribution sites are now 'combat zones'.
(2025-06-04). What is the 'revenge tax' in the US tax bill? aljazeera.com Provision allows US to impose additional taxes on entities from countries that it says impose unfair taxes on US firms.
(2025-06-04). Tweed's youthful makeover resurrects symbol of Scottish heritage. aljazeera.com Young weavers revive Harris tweed in Scotland's Hebrides, blending tradition with modern style and global appeal.
(2025-06-04). 'Disgusting abomination': Why is Elon Musk slamming Trump's budget bill? aljazeera.com Musk's criticism underscores the divide among conservatives over the bill, which could ramp up US debt.
(2025-06-04). Dozens of bodies found in militia-run sites in Libya's Tripoli; UN alarmed. aljazeera.com United Nations rights chief urges accountability after more than 70 bodies found in Tripoli militia strongholds.
(2025-06-04). Kyrgyzstan court sentences ex-leader Atambayev to 11 years in absentia. aljazeera.com Former leader convicted on charges of corruption and participating in mass unrest in the Central Asian country.
(2025-06-04). Pro-Palestine protesters in UK call for Israel arms embargo, sanctions. aljazeera.com Rally is held as British PM Starmer calls Israel's actions 'intolerable', addressing lawmakers in Parliament.
(2025-06-04). At least 11 dead in stampede outside cricket stadium in southern India. aljazeera.com Authorities say crowd was 'uncontrollable' as thousands gathered celebrating Indian Premier League winners in Bengaluru.
(2025-06-04). Sweden tries ISIL member over burning death of Jordanian pilot in 2015. aljazeera.com Osama Krayem is already serving long prison sentences for his role in the Paris and Brussels attacks in 2015 and 2016.
(2025-06-04). Trump says China's Xi 'hard to make a deal with' amid trade dispute. aljazeera.com Growing strains in US-China relations over implementation of agreement to roll back tariffs and trade restrictions.
(2025-06-04). UK prepares for war: How much will it cost? aljazeera.com Review calls for 'war-fighting readiness' in face of new threats, but funding for military expansion remains in doubt.
(2025-06-04). Who was Sana Yousaf, Pakistani TikTok star shot dead by a gunman? aljazeera.com The 17-year-old TikToker was killed in her home in Islamabad, Pakistan's capital, on Monday.
(2025-06-04). Why did the Dutch government collapse and what's next? aljazeera.com The Dutch government collapsed after Geert Wilders pulled away from ruling right-wing coalition.
(2025-06-04). Why 'Kill the Boer' still echoes: It's not hate, it's hunger for justice. aljazeera.com The noise around Malema's 'genocidal' chant drowns out the real issue: unhealed colonial trauma and economic injustice.
(2025-06-04). Can India become an economic superpower? aljazeera.com India's economy grew by 7.4 percent in the first quarter, beating expectations.
(2025-06-04). Who is Lee Jae-myung, South Korea's new president? aljazeera.com Lee Jae-myung is South Korea's new president. Here's what you need to know about the former human rights lawyer.
(2025-06-04). Spain plays France in UEFA Nations League: Start time, team news, lineups. aljazeera.com Reigning European champions Spain face World Cup runner-up France in the second semifinal of UEFA Nations League.
(2025-06-04). Kashmir in the crossfire. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Kamal Hyder takes us through the recent conflict between India and Pakistan.
(2025-06-04). Elon Musk is leaving DOGE with a mixed legacy. aljazeera.com Elon Musk promised to slash US government spending. As he exits the White House, he's leaving a mixed legacy behind him.
(2025-06-04). Will Wilders's gamble to withdraw from governing Dutch coalition pay off? aljazeera.com Party for Freedom leader hopes plan to get tough on immigration delivers election victory.
(2025-06-04). Pakistani TikToker shot dead by suspected stalker days after her birthday. aljazeera.com Just days after celebrating her birthday, a 17-year-old TikToker was fatally shot at her home in Pakistan.
(2025-06-04). Europe's swing to the right is "deeply worrying" aljazeera.com "As the cost of living rises, we're going to see more concern about … this kind of anti-migration narrative."
(2025-06-04). Donald Trump's 50% steel and aluminium tariffs take effect. aljazeera.com Mexico says tariffs make 'no sense' as Canada seeks negotiations to remove the levies ongoing.
(2025-06-04). Iran's Khamenei slams US nuclear proposal, vows to keep enriching uranium. aljazeera.com Iranian supreme leader says issue of uranium enrichment remains key to Tehran's pursuit of energy independence.
(2025-06-04). Several feared dead in stampede outside cricket stadium in India. aljazeera.com Authorities say crowd was 'uncontrollable' as thousands gathered celebrating Indian Premier League winners in Bengaluru.
(2025-06-04). Iraq's Jewish community saves a long-forgotten shrine. aljazeera.com Baghdad's Jewish community restores an ancient shrine of a rabbi, reviving heritage amid decades of decline.
(2025-06-04). Aboriginal community shaken by second death in Australian police custody. aljazeera.com Kumanjayi White's death at Alice Springs supermarket raises painful memories for Warlpiri community.
(2025-06-04). As Trump raises deportation quotas, advocates fear an expanding 'dragnet'. aljazeera.com The Trump administration has called for 3,000 daily immigration arrests, leaving migrant communities in the US in fear.
(2025-06-04). Chinese couple charged with smuggling toxic fungus into US. aljazeera.com Federal prosecutors say the couple intended to carry out research on the toxic pathogen at the University of Michigan.
(2025-06-04). El Salvador convicts army officers for 1982 killing of 4 Dutch journalists. aljazeera.com Jury found three ex-military officers guilty of killing the journalists who were making a documentary at the time.
(2025-06-04). South Korea's Lee promises to 'heal wounds' in first address as president. aljazeera.com President Lee Jae-myung has pledged to tackle the economy and improve relations with North Korea after his swearing-in.
(2025-06-04). The water of Hajj: A simple illustrated guide to Zamzam. aljazeera.com The wellspring in Mecca is believed to have flowed for more than 4,000 years and still nourishes pilgrims to this day.
(2025-06-04). Hajj explained: A journey through the key rites of the Muslim pilgrimage. aljazeera.com About 2 million Muslims begin the once-in-a-lifetime Hajj to Mecca. Alma Milisic explains this sacred Islamic journey.
(2025-06-04). Fight for the Pacific — Episode 3: China's Pacific Wave. aljazeera.com
(2025-06-04). The Prisons of Gaza and Home — Fast for Gaza, Day 14. worldbeyondwar.org 
Here at the United Nations in New York City, the Security Council is expected to vote on a resolution calling on all parties to respect an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-06-04). China, California strengthen ties at business forum. ecns.cn The 2025 China-California Business Forum in Los Angeles has delivered a strong message of cooperation and mutual benefit.
(2025-06-04). Shanghai's airports see growth during Dragon Boat Festival. ecns.cn Shanghai's two airports reported double-digit growth year-on-year in the number of inbound and outbound passengers during the three-day-long Dragon Boat Festival ending Monday, according to the Shanghai Airport (Group) Co Ltd.
(2025-06-04). Shanghai sees 20 billion yuan spending over Dragon Boat Festival. ecns.cn Shanghai reported nearly 20 billion yuan ($2.78 billion) in total online and offline spending thanks to diversified consumption activities and promotions, according to official sources.
(2025-06-04). Chinese, German scientists discover super-Earth with potential habitability. ecns.cn Chinese and German scientists have, for the first time, used the transit timing variation (TTV) technique to detect a super-Earth, about 10 times the mass of our planet, within the habitable zone of the Sun-like star Kepler-725, the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) said Tuesday.
(2025-06-04). South China launches two-year agricultural assistance program in Cambodia. ecns.cn The China-Cambodia "Fish and Rice Corridor" Guangxi Modern Rice Industry Cooperation Project kicked off on Tuesday in Kampong Chhnang Province, Cambodia, according to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
(2025-06-04). Jiangsu football league ignites passion and tourism over Dragon Boat Festival. ecns.cn During the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, packed stadiums, cheeky city rivalries, and a surge in local tourism marked the third round of Jiangsu's grassroots "Su-Chao" football league—where viral chants and community pride are turning casual spectators into passionate fans.
(2025-06-04). Universities rush to offer AI majors. ecns.cn To excel in AI, however, students need stronger mathematical foundations than typical engineering majors and must undergo repeated training in computer engineering, AI algorithms and application scenarios, he said.
(2025-06-04). China's global image surges as U.S. favorability slips, survey finds. ecns.cn A recent survey by U.S. firm Morning Consult shows that global perceptions of China are improving while views of the United States are deteriorating, with experts pointing to U.S. trade policy as a key factor contributing to Washington's declining international standing.
(2025-06-04). China donates vaccines to Afghanistan. ecns.cn A handover ceremony for a batch of vaccines donated by the Chinese government to Afghanistan was held Monday in the capital, Kabul, according to state broadcaster CCTV.
(2025-06-04). Chinese proficiency competition resumes in Quebec after six-year hiatus. ecns.cn The Quebec division of the 18th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students and the 5th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Show for Foreign Primary School Students was recently held at Dawson College in Montreal, with winners announced in several categories.
(2025-06-04). Shanghai elderly care expo marks 25 years, AI products for seniors draw attention. ecns.cn International Exhibition of Senior Care, Rehabilitation Medicine and Healthcare, also known as China AID, will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year in Shanghai. According to the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Civil Affairs, the China AID 2025 is scheduled to be held from June 11 to June 13, with growing public interest in AI-powered products tailored for elderly care.
(2025-06-04). Xi meets Belarusian president. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2025-06-04). Republic of Korea inaugurates new president. ecns.cn Lee Jae-myung, candidate of the liberal Democratic Party of the Republic of Korea, formally began his presidential term on June 4 morning after winning the election the previous day.
(2025-06-04). Xi congratulates Lee Jae-myung on election as president of South Korea. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday extended congratulations to Lee Jae-myung on election as the president of South Korea.
(2025-06-04). South Korea's new president pledges national unity. ecns.cn Lee Jae-myung, the newly elected president of the Republic of Korea, pledged to promote national unity, revive the economy and restore peace in his first speech to the nation as the country's top leader on June 4.
(2025-06-04). World's fastest AI-discovered medicine enters phase 2a trial. ecns.cn Researchers from Peking Union Medical College Hospital and artificial intelligence (AI) drug developer Insilico Medicine published phase 2a clinical trial data for a small-molecule treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in Nature Medicine magazine on Tuesday.
(2025-06-04). Students chase good job prospects after graduation. ecns.cn As artificial intelligence reshapes industries globally, undergraduate students are flocking to related majors in the hope of achieving better job prospects after graduation.
(2025-06-04). AI-empowered schools gain pace. ecns.cn More than 50 universities in China have established artificial intelligence institutes.
(2025-06-04). Fudan University unveils AI large model dedicated to children's brain health. ecns.cn Shanghai's Fudan University, along with its affiliated Children's Hospital and Digital Health China Technologies Co Ltd, announced the launch of a large model empowered by artificial intelligence dedicated to children's brain health on Sunday.
(2025-06-04). Rail network sets new record over the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. ecns.cn China's railway system set a new travel record over the Dragon Boat Festival holiday travel rush, with 78.75 million passenger trips made between May 30 and June 3.
(2025-06-04). World Aquatics to ban Enhanced Games participants with new bylaw. ecns.cn The World Aquatics on Tuesday passed a bylaw against doping enablers, making it the first international sports federation to ban athletes, coaches and officials from its events if they have taken part in the controversial Enhanced Games.
(2025-06-04). Spectacular sea of clouds envelopes Qinling Mountains. ecns.cn The park, located in the upper reaches of the east Laohe River and in the north of Qinling Mountains, covers an area of 2,621 hectares, and its highest point Bingjing peak has an altitude of 3,015 meters.
(2025-06-04). Wild swans migrate to Xinjiang for breeding. ecns.cn Wild swans migrate to the Bayanbulak National Nature Reserve, China's largest nesting sanctuary for wild swans for breeding from March to April every year. By the end of September, they take their young and leave for warmer climes.
(2025-06-04). Restoration project of Ming City Wall in Nanjing underway. ecns.cn Restoration project of the Jiefang Gate of the Ming City Wall (1368-1644) is underway in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, June 3, 2025.
(2025-06-04). Outbound tourism seen on steady growth track with Gen Z a key driver. ecns.cn China's outbound tourism sector is expected to witness steady growth this summer, with Asia and Europe gaining popularity among Chinese travelers who are driven by their interests when choosing overseas destinations.
(2025-06-04). Photos: End Israel's genocide, feed Gaza! greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). 'Sanctions now!': Protests demand Australia take action to stop Gaza genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Palestine activists plan to boost solidarity against Israel's genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Camouflage: Israel-US Gaza's 'humanitarian foundation'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Colombia: Workers strike in support of Petro's labour reforms. greenleft.org.au 
Workers across Colombia struck in support of President Gustavo Petro's proposed labour reforms and to protest attempts by the right-wing opposition to obstruct them in the Congress, reports Ben Radford.
(2025-06-04). Activists say Labor has failed its first climate test. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Allied Pinnacle Altona workers back on strike for new agreement. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Calls grow for an independent inquiry into Kumanjayi White's death. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Climate protesters say 'No' to new gas. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Climate protesters say no to Yancoal's proposed open-cut coal mine expansion. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Disrupt Burrup Hub says protests against gas will continue. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Healthscope collapse shows up failure of privatised health. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Protests oppose Labor's approval of Woodside gas extension. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Public sector workers protest Victorian Labor's job cuts. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Resistance grows to Labor's home demolitions. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Standing against the tide: Jews Against the Occupation '48 at the NSW antisemitism inquiry. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). Stop the destruction of public housing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). We can stop Labor wrecking Murujuga, climate. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-06-04). IDF promotes officer who soldiers said ordered to shoot Gazans carrying white flag. haaretz.com An IDF commander was said to have issued a shoot-to-kill order against two Gazans carrying a white flag, which was dismissed by other officers who deemed it illegal. Even though the military police have yet to investigate the incident, the officer was promoted to battalion commander…
(2025-06-04). live in peace if IDF soldiers die trying to retrieve my body from Gaza. He want. haaretz.com On October 7, Ilan Weiss was killed in a defensive battle in Kibbutz Be'eri, and his body was taken to the Gaza Strip. His daughter Meital says the resumption of the war worries the family. 'We're stressed both about the living hostages and the dead, who could disappear'…
(2025-06-04). Israeli soldier killed, another seriously wounded in northern Gaza combat, IDF says. haaretz.com Since October 7, 2023, a total of 862 soldiers have fallen in combat, with thirteen soldiers and one Border Police officer killed since the end of the ceasefire on March 18…
(2025-06-04). Mass casualties and inner turmoil define first week of U.S.-led aid distribution in Gaza. haaretz.com Since launching operations last week, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has appointed a new leader, lost its contract with a major U.S. consulting firm and halted aid delivery for a day, all while facing reports of deaths by IDF fire at its distribution sites…
(2025-06-04). Yes, and no to transfer: Do 82% of Israelis really back the expulsion of Gazans? haaretz.com A recent shocking poll suggested overwhelming support for expelling Gazans, but a deeper dive into the data reveals a far more complex and divided public opinion…
(2025-06-04). UN humanitarian chief calls for all crossings into Gaza to be opened. haaretz.com Fletcher also stressed that the UN must be allowed to do its job and that the UN has 'the teams, the plan, the supplies and the experience' to carry out aid operations…
(2025-06-04). Federal Police conducting probe into potential war criminals relating to Gaza war. haaretz.com Canada, which has seen a dramatic surge in Israeli immigration since the start of the war, has quietly initiated a 'structural investigation' into alleged war crimes relating to the Gaza war. The probe falls under the auspices of a program aimed at 'denying safe haven in Canada to war criminals'…
(2025-06-04). Norway votes down blanket ban by wealth fund on Israeli companies active in West Bank, Gaza. haaretz.com Norway's minority Labour government has for months been resisting pressure from pro-Palestinian campaigners to instruct the fund to divest from all firms with ties to Israeli companies operating in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip…
(2025-06-04). Report: Paramedic survived IDF attack on 15 Gazan aid workers after claiming to be Israeli. haaretz.com 'Tied and beaten': The Guardian reported that the paramedic was detained by Israeli forces in Gaza during the attack and released at the end of April after facing harsh conditions in detention, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent…
(2025-06-04). Dead Sea Scrolls may be older than we thought, AI-based study says. haaretz.com Meet 'Enoch,' an artificial intelligence trained to estimate when the Dead Sea Scrolls were written, and which suggests some of the manuscripts were penned up to a century earlier…
(2025-06-04). justice minister to move ahead with dismissal, bypassing search committee. haaretz.com According to the draft proposal Levin published, the government would be authorized to terminate the attorney general's tenure even without a decision by the committee, as long as three-quarters of the ministers vote in favor of the decision…
(2025-06-04). Official data shows Azerbaijan stopped exporting oil to Israel. The truth is a little different. haaretz.com Relations between Jerusalem and Baku are good. So has Azerbaijan really halted oil exports to Israel?
(2025-06-04). Israeli settler violence risks of tens of thousands of West Bank Palestinians, western countries warn. haaretz.com After Israeli settlers harassed a West Bank Palestinian village, driving its residents out, 12 countries, including Canada and major EU countries, urged Israel to dismantle illegal outposts and 'respect its obligations under international law'…
(2025-06-04). In criminal cross-examination, he enters the ring trying to run out the clock. haaretz.com Netanyahu arrived prepared for his cross-examination: Avoid contradictions at all costs, deflect uncomfortable questions and waste time. He and his team know: when the opposing side is strong, the goal is to stall and hope for a draw…
(2025-06-04). Key Haredi party to back dissolution of Netanyahu coalition over IDF draft exemption deadlock. haaretz.com After coalition leaders under Netanyahu failed to reach a compromise on legislation exempting ultra-Orthodox men from mandatory IDF service, a Lithuanian-Haredi leader instructed his party to support a motion that could collapse the coalition and trigger new elections — which Shas, another Haredi party, has said it will support…
(2025-06-04). Ben-Gvir praises far-right activist behind for ex-PM Rabin before assassination. haaretz.com At the bar mitzvah of the son of a far-right activist known for organizing a Kabbalistic ceremony that condemned then-Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin to death prior to his assassination, the national security minister said the activist is 'synonymous with devotion'…
(2025-06-04). The Bibi-Blackout: A journey through fading memory. haaretz.com This week, during Netanyahu's trial, it was revealed that Israel's prime minister said "I don't remember" no fewer than 1,788 times during his investigations. Haaretz's archive takes a journey through his most notable memory lapses…
(2025-06-04). Survivors testify to Knesset about childhood sexual abuse network in Israeli religious ceremonies. haaretz.com The women described years of abuse, including rape and torture, masked as spiritual rituals, as well as systemic silencing and neglect from authorities. As the Knesset members listened to the survivors' testimony, a number appeared visibly shaken…
(2025-06-04). Report: Netanyahu recorded saying Haredi draft exemption possible because IDF, defense chiefs replaced. haaretz.com 'Now we can move forward': Netanyahu was heard saying that he could not advance the draft exemption law for the ultra-Orthodox because the former IDF chief and defense minister opposed it — but now that they have been replaced, the legislation could be promoted…
(2025-06-04). IDF petitions High Court, accuses state watchdog of overreach in October 7 probe. haaretz.com Senior IDF officers questioned by the Israeli state comptroller's staff over their responsibility for Oct. 7 reportedly left their interviews troubled by the tone and direction the comptroller is taking in his inquiry, arguing that the questioning was biased…
(2025-06-04). Australia Extends License for Nation's Biggest Fossil Fuel Project. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Save Our Songlines protesters march near the site of the North West Shelf oil and gas project in 2022. | © 2022 Save Our Songlines | Last week, the Australian government announced it had given preliminary approval for the country's biggest fossil fuel project, the North West Shelf Project, to continue operations until 2070. The facility, on Western Australia's Burrup Peninsula, is the country's largest liquefied natural gas plant. The extension has been opposed by Indigenous activists and climate and human rights organizations, including Human Rights Watch.The area surrounding the…
(2025-06-04). Sudan: Armed Forces Airstrikes in South Darfur. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Photograph shared by a Nyala resident on February 6, 2025, shows the destroyed building at the location of a February 3 airstrike near the Mecca Eye Hospital in Nyala, South Darfur. | © Private | The Sudanese Armed Forces killed scores of civilians in attacks that used unguided air-dropped bombs on residential and commercial neighborhoods in Nyala, South Darfur in early February.These attacks were indiscriminate because the bombs used have wide-area effects with limited accuracy and cannot, under most conditions, be directed at a specific military target in populated areas. Delibe…
(2025-06-04). Yemen: US Strikes on Port an Apparent War Crime. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Burned vehicles near Ras Issa port in Hodeidah, Yemen following US strikes on April 17, 2025. Photo taken on April 18, 2025. | © 2025 AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — US military strikes on the Ras Issa Port in Hodeidah, Yemen, on April 17, 2025, caused dozens of civilian casualties and significant damage to port infrastructure, Human Rights Watch said today. The attack should be investigated as a war crime. As part of its military campaign against the Houthis, who control much of Yemen, that began on March 15, the United States targeted Ras Issa Port, one of three ports in…
(2025-06-04). ICRC grieves two colleagues killed in strike in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Israel and the occupied territories: Red Cross Field Hospital receives unprecedented influx of war wounded in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC urges respect and protection of civilians, unhindered flow of humanitarian assistance as intolerable suffering mounts in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). The Red Cross Field Hospital one year on: A lifeline and a stark reminder in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Israel and the occupied territories: After two months of aid blockage, humanitarian response in Gaza on verge of total collapse. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). "We arrived from Sudan with nothing but our lives" icrc.org Thousands flee violence in Darfur to reach relative safety — and face new humanitarian challenges — in eastern Chad…
(2025-06-04). Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day. icrc.org 8 May 2025…
(2025-06-04). Joint Statement from ICRC President and IFRC President to mark World Red Cross Red Crescent Day. icrc.org "Every attack on a humanitarian is an attack on the community they served."
(2025-06-04). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Explosive remnants of war yet again threaten lives. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation: ICRC underscores importance of mediation in promoting peace. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Egypt: ICRC and IOM Collaborate to Support Families Facing Separation. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Bangladesh: 16th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2025 National Rounds — Call for Registration. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). ICRC in Syria: Year in Review 2024. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). South Sudan: ICRC medical teams perform over 1,000 surgeries on weapon-wounded patients as armed conflict and violence escalate. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Philippines: Eight years after Marawi Conflict, unresolved issues of displaced, missing people hamper lasting peace. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Afghanistan: Physical rehabilitation programme leaflet 2024. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Ukraine: 'We lost a part of our soul, not just a hospital'. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). China: Conflict Prevention Tool launched in Beijing to support corporate overseas security management. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). QFFD and ICRC Sign Agreement to Support Core Humanitarian Operations. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). DRC: 1,359 disarmed members of government forces and their families have arrived safe and well in Kinshasa, with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). ICRC Director-General Highlights Humanitarian Imperatives at Global Security Forum. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Burundi: Fleeing violence, families face the agony of separation. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Colombia: "Most Colombians are engulfed in the conflict against their will" icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Standing behind communities, to do more and better together. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates hostage release, calls for renewed and sustainable ceasefire agreement. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). ICRC president in first official visit to Democratic Republic of the Congo. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Florence Nightingale Medal: Honoring exceptional nurses and nursing aides – 2025 recipients. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Iraq on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day: Honoring over 40 Years of Cooperation. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Kenya: Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Not just a sad story: Asmar's journey toward healing through psychosocial support in Azerbaijan. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). War tore my family apart: One message brought us back together. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). ICRC President concludes first official visit to Rwanda. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law key to breaking vicious cycle of conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Evaluation of ICRC's Athens Delegation 2016-2024. icrc.org
(2025-06-04). ICRC President: "Taking part in the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law is taking a stand against wars without rules" icrc.org
(2025-06-04). Two illegal miners buried alive in wolfram mine collapse. independent.co.ug 
Rubanda, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two illegal miners were buried alive in the early hours of Tuesday after a section of the Nyamuliiro Wolfram Mine in Muko Sub-county, Rubanda West County, Rubanda District caved in. The incident occurred at around 2: 00 a.m., according to the mine's manager, Pius Nahambwe Kalanzi. Kalanzi identified the deceased …
(2025-06-04). 6 children dead after eating suspected poisonous mushroom. independent.co.ug 
Kotido, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least six children have been confirmed dead, and several others hospitalized after allegedly consuming suspected poisonous mushrooms in Naputir Village, Loletio Sub County, Kotido District. The victims, mostly aged between three and eight years, are believed to have eaten wild mushrooms while unsupervised. The tragic incident began on …
(2025-06-04). Court dismisses petition challenging Museveni's appointment of NRM Secretary General, Treasurer. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDDEPENDENT | The Constitutional Court, in a four-to-one decision, has dismissed a petition challenging the authority of National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairman and President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, to appoint the party's Secretary General, Treasurer, and their deputies. In 2014, the NRM amended its constitution to eliminate the election of the Secretary …
(2025-06-04). Did Mozart have friends? independent.co.ug 
Mozart had many admirers and would no doubt have countless followers on Instagram today. But did he have real friends? Or did he live solely for music? All is explored at the Mozart festival in Wàºrzburg ART | GABY REUCHER | If the famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart were a child prodigy today, he would probably …
(2025-06-04). Expansion of Soroti Fruit Factory to cost Shs40 billion. independent.co.ug 
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has announced plans to expand the Soroti fruit processing factory at a cost of Shs 40 billion to meet farmers' expectations. Chimaki Agro Limited, the firm hired by the government to operate and manage the facility on behalf of both the government and farmers, will oversee the expansion …
(2025-06-04). Fungaroo back to reclaim Obongi Parliamentary seat. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Forum for Democratic Party (FDC) Vice President for northern Uganda and former MP Obongi has declared interest in reclaiming the Obongi Parliamentary Seat in the 2026 general elections. Kaps Hassan Fungaroo is currently the acting president of the FDC party after Engineer Patrick Oboi handed over the presidency …
(2025-06-04). In coastal Kenya, teen moms acquire life skills to break the poverty cycle. independent.co.ug 
Worldwide, teenage pregnancy continues to derail the futures of thousands of girls each year, cutting short their education, straining family ties, and pushing many into early marriage or economic hardship. Yet, amid the statistics and stigma, stories of resilience and support are emerging. From Lagos to Lilongwe and from Nairobi to Accra, grassroots initiatives are …
(2025-06-04). Lango RDCs blame security agencies for increasing illegal charcoal trade. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) in the Lango sub-region have accused Uganda Police Force and Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel of facilitating and benefiting from the illegal charcoal trade, despite a presidential directive banning it. In May 2023, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni issued Executive Order No. 3, banning commercial charcoal …
(2025-06-04). MP ELECTIONS: Minister throws in the towel. independent.co.ug 
Minister Cheptoris Quits Kapchorwa Municipality MP Race Kapchorwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Water and Environment, Sam Cheptoris, has announced he has quit the Kapchorwa Municipality legislative race. Cheptoris, who has served two consecutive terms as legislator for Kapchorwa Municipality, told Uganda Radio Network that he is withdrawing from politics to spend …
(2025-06-04). REPORT: Americans are spending less due to Trump tariffs. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Americans are planning to spend less money this summer due to the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's trade tariffs, The Independent has said, citing polling, surveys and media reports. In a survey by personal finance company WalletHub, 45 percent of respondents said tariffs are affecting their travel plans, while …
(2025-06-04). How Pakistan Reframed Its Military Defeat Against Indian Missile Strikes as a Victory. moderndiplomacy.eu Exclusive: Military conflicts are rarely judged solely by battlefield outcomes. In modern warfare, the ability to control narratives plays an equally decisive role in shaping public perception and international discourse. The recent Indian missile strikes against Pakistan underscore this dynamic, revealing not only the vulnerabilities in Pakistan's defense strategy but also its ability to reframe …
(2025-06-04). Brian Jenkins: The Man Who Decoded Terror Before the World Knew Its Name. moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Amal Chandra and Prashanto Bagchi* Before 9/11 made terrorism the defining geopolitical issue of the 21st century, before ISIS filled headlines and infiltrated social media, and before policymakers scrambled to harden national security doctrines, there was Brian Michael Jenkins. A soldier-scholar, strategist, and visionary at the RAND Corporation, Jenkins has spent over five decades …
(2025-06-04). Global Dialogue on Bridging Humans and Robots. moderndiplomacy.eu On May 29, the Understanding Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and its Multidimensional and Multispatial Implications for the Public and Private Sector program continued, further engaging its participants from all five continents with thought-provoking topics and globally renowned speakers. This program was created by IFIMES (International Institute for Middle Eastern and Balkan Studies), SilkRoad 4.0, and the …
(2025-06-04). Two faces of populism: The case of Indonesian foreign policy. moderndiplomacy.eu As the third-largest democracy in the world, Indonesia elected the president and his vice through large-scale elections earlier last year. Many experts and survey bodies expected the election to be two rounds, but their predictions were incorrect. The outcomes resulted in Prabowo and Gibran Rakabuming Raka's victory by a significant margin of 58%. The elected …
(2025-06-04). Nordic Leadership in Low-Carbon Construction: A Blueprint for Europe's Sustainable Future. moderndiplomacy.eu As the global climate crisis intensifies, countries around the world are seeking innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions while supporting economic growth. Among the most effective yet often overlooked sectors in this mission is construction. The Nordic countries, such as Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, are emerging as global frontrunners in transforming the construction …
(2025-06-04). Ms Rachel 'will risk career' to speak out for Gaza's children. newarab.com 
In a recent interview with Boston public radio station
(2025-06-04). BBC defends Gaza coverage after White House criticism. newarab.com 
The Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli gunfire The Israeli military…
(2025-06-04). Corbyn's bill forces debate on UK role in Israel's war on Gaza. newarab.com 
The The bill, presented under the Ten-Minute Rule immediately after Prime Minister's Questions, demands an independent investigation into the military, political, and economic support the UK has provided to Israel since October 2023. | Co-sponsored by 40 MPs across Labour, the Greens, SNP, Plaid…
(2025-06-04). Irish university to cut links with Israel over Gaza war. newarab.com 
Ireland's prestigious The university's board informed students by email that it had accepted the recommendations of a taskforce to sever "institutional links with the State of Israel, Israeli universities and companies headquartered in Israel". | The recomm…
(2025-06-04). Israeli academics call for strike and condemn Gaza atrocities. newarab.com 
(2025-06-04). Israeli court jails soldiers refusing Gaza deployment. newarab.com 
A military court in The three soldiers, all from the Armoured Corps, included one from a town near the Gaza Strip, according to the Israeli broadcaster Kan. The court did not specify the length of their sentences, but military courts typically impose several weeks for such refusals. | An army spokesman told Kan that two soldiers from the Nahal Brigade had already served 20-day prison sentences for refusing to…
(2025-06-04). UN: 'deliberate' Israel choices systematically depriving Gazans. newarab.com 
The UN aid chief said Wednesday that recent "horrifying scenes" of A US and Israeli-backed group operating aid sites in the Gaza Strip announced the
(2025-06-04). Who is Johnnie Moore, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's new chief. newarab.com 
(2025-06-04). Israel is accelerating its annexation of the occupied West Bank. newarab.com 
On 29 May, Israel announced the establishment of Several of these Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz made no attempt to sugarcoat the announce…
(2025-06-04). Meet the tribal guides sharing Dhofar's culture with the world. newarab.com 
Nestled in the southernmost corner of Oman, During the summer months, as the khareef (monsoon season) sweeps across the region, the mountains are veiled in a thick mist, transforming the land into a lush, green paradise. | The mist, combined with the cooler temperatures, creates a surreal atmosphere, drawing visitors from across the globe to picnic alongside dramatic waterfalls and explore hiking trails dotted with Baobab trees. | Yet beyond…
(2025-06-04). 200,000 Afghans left Pakistan since deportations renewed. newarab.com 
More than 200,000 Afghans have left Pakistan since the government Generations of Afghans have Bo…
(2025-06-04). Family of Colorado fire attack suspect held by immigration. newarab.com 
The family of a man suspected of attacking a protest march with Molotov cocktails in the US state of Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Secretary, said the wife and children of Mohamed Sabry Soliman had been detained.
(2025-06-04). Israel blocking Saudi FM West Bank visit 'hurts normalisation'. newarab.com 
Israel's refusal to allow Saudi Arabia's top diplomat to meet with the Palestinian president could undermine On Saturday, Israel announced it would not permit a planned meeting in the
(2025-06-04). Lebanon taps ex-Hezbollah minister as reconstruction adviser. newarab.com 
Hamieh, who served as Public Works and Transport Minister and was part of Hezbollah's quota in the previous government, takes on the role amid Lebanon's urgent need to rebuild areas devastated by Israeli attacks on the small Mediterranean country. | Much of the destruction is concentrated in
(2025-06-04). Million-plus pilgrims begin Hajj under blazing sun. newarab.com 
More than a million With temperatures expected to top 40C, robed pilgrims slowly circled the
(2025-06-04). RSF attack on Sudan displacement camp in Darfur kills 14. newarab.com 
Shelling by The attack hit a market and residential areas of the
(2025-06-04). Sweden tries IS suspect over Jordanian pilot burned to death. newarab.com 
(2025-06-04). Thousands form human chain demanding UK arms embargo on Israel. newarab.com 
Thousands gathered on Wednesday to form a human chain around the The demonstrators linked hands, wearing red to symbolise the blood of Palestinians killed by Israeli forces since October 2023. The protest condemned the UK government's support for Israel, declaring it a "crossing of the red line". | The demonstration coincided with parliament's debate on a bill introduced by inde…
(2025-06-04). Tunisian court upholds prison sentence against Noureddine Bhiri. newarab.com 
(2025-06-04). Turkey to press allies for access to EU defence funds. newarab.com 
(2025-06-04). Thou shalt protect Israel: The West's first and only commandment. newarab.com 
As I sit down to write this article, I'm reading the latest update on the Israeli army killing another 27 starving Palestinian civilians waiting to receive food at a "humanitarian hub". The death toll at these hubs over the last eight days is now We're at the point now that Israel doesn't even bother putting out the usual statements about how Hamas militants were using the civilians as human shields. They just put out brazen denials that these events even happened, or report that the…
(2025-06-04). David Harvey: On Sraffa's Trail. newleftreview.org David Harvey recalls a lifetime of encounters, actual and intellectual, with the enigmatic Piero Sraffa. Interlocutor of Wittgenstein, Keynes and Robinson; devastating critic of neoclassical economics; helpmeet of Gramsci and rescuer of his Prison Notebooks. Reflections on an éminence grise of twentieth-century intellectual life.
(2025-06-04). Ed McNally: Instruments of Empire. newleftreview.org Ed McNally on Hugh Wilford, The CIA: An Imperial History. Antidote to apologias for the US intelligence agency, a periodization from the Truman Doctrine to the 'war on terror'.
(2025-06-04). Jiwei Xiao: China's Worker Artists. newleftreview.org Jiwei Xiao on Margaret Hillenbrand, On the Edge. Analysis of working-class precarity as a structure of feeling, manifest in Chinese literary and visual culture.
(2025-06-04). Loic Wacquant: Punish to Rule. newleftreview.org If punishment was central to colonial statecraft—police, courts and prisons forming a 'penal triad'—how has this logic mutated since? A comparative survey of the forms of official violence that upheld empires past sheds light on techniques for domesticating today's hyperghettos and banlieues.
(2025-06-04). Lola Seaton: Trusting Art? newleftreview.org Replying to Malcolm Bull's hypotheses in NLR 151 on the balance of trust in the artworld and cryptocurrency, Lola Seaton asks what distinguishes readymade works, like Cattelan's banana, from everyday commodities—and what exactly buyers of conceptual art get to own.
(2025-06-04). Ross Douthat: Condition of America. newleftreview.org Nick Burns quizzes the New York Times columnist on the contradictory ideological forces and factions driving the second Trump Administration, the strengths and weaknesses of American liberalism and the state of the country that he's described as sinking into economic and cultural stagnation.
(2025-06-04). Wang Xiaoming: On Civilization and Its Barbarisms. newleftreview.org Lessons from the history of Chinese thought on the tension between the liberal-democratic internal order of great powers and the imperial 'law of the jungle' to which they subject weaker countries. How to resist their barbarity—how to civilize oneself—without barbarizing others?
(2025-06-04). Wolfgang Streeck: The Road Right. newleftreview.org A high-turnout election, sharply polarized around immigration, has brought another centrist coalition to power in Berlin. Wolfgang Streeck offers an unsparing analysis of Germany's political situation as its hardline incoming Chancellor rams through an expansive fiscal revolution and the far-right AfD doubles its seats.
(2025-06-04). Gutting military testing office may be the deadliest move yet. responsiblestatecraft.org 
With the stroke of a pen, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has gutted the Pentagon's weapon testing office.His
(2025-06-04). Egypt's energy gamble has left it beholden to Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org 
As the scorching summer season approaches, Egypt finds itself once again in the throes of an uncomfortable ritual: the annual scramble for natural gas. | Recent But this is merely the latest symptom of a deeper, more chronic ailment. Egypt…
(2025-06-04). Ukraine's Gamble, NATO's Backing: Will Russia Escalate? thinktank.pk The Russia-Ukraine conflict, intensified since Russia's 2022 invasion, has seen Ukraine launch bold attacks on Russian territory, including the Kursk Offensive in August 2024 and a major drone strike in June 2025. These actions have prompted varied Russian responses, primarily military, with significant implications for global security. Russia's Possible Responses to Ukraine's Attacks Russia's responses …
(2025-06-04). Steel Aluminum Tariffs: Who Pays the Price Worldwide? thinktank.pk In a bold move to bolster domestic industries, US President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%, effective June 4, 2025. This escalation, aimed at shielding American producers, has sent shockwaves through global trade, affecting supply chains, sparking retaliatory measures, and raising costs for industries worldwide. While the US …
(2025-06-04). Dutch Government Collapses Ahead of NATO Summit. thinktank.pk The Dutch government has collapsed just weeks before the NATO summit, after far-right leader Geert Wilders pulled his PVV party out of the coalition over disagreements on migration policy. Prime Minister Dick Schoof has announced his resignation, triggering snap elections and widespread political uncertainty.
(2025-06-04). Can Germany Dodge a Third Year of Recession? thinktank.pk Germany, Europe's largest economy, is projected to grow by a modest 0.4% in 2025, according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Despite global trade tensions, market turmoil, and a landmark reform package, the OECD's forecast remains unchanged from mid-March, offering a glimmer of optimism for an economy grappling with uncertainty. A Challenging Economic Landscape …
(2025-06-04). Europeanism as a disease of the Left. unitedworldint.com Consolidation of progressive and left-wing forces in the struggle against neo-fascism and neo-nazism in modern society and against World War III. by Nil Malyguine (Communist Party of Switzerland) The dream of a united Europe has undoubted power over people's minds. Indeed, it is hard to say that a 'common European home' is a bad thing …
(2025-06-04). Geopolitical codes of the Three Seas Initiative — 3. unitedworldint.com The US plans to conduct the logistics of its war in that region through the Baltic Sea and Eastern Europe. By Halil àñzsaraàß, (Ret.) Turkish Staff Navy Captain In my previous article, I explained that inland trade routes could be useful only when connected to the sea. Otherwise, thousands of kilometers of land corridors linked …
(2025-06-04). Fƒ±rat—Mekong Agricultural Synergy. unitedworldint.com Why Türkiye and Cambodia Must Build a Strategic Partnership in Farming By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer As the world's food system is being increasingly stretched to the breaking point by climate change, geopolitical rivalry, and resource scarcity, agricultural cooperation is no longer a humanitarian policy agenda—now it's a national security and regional stability issue. For Türkiye …
(2025-06-04). 'Nothing but God': Odunde CEO talks about 50 years of the Philadelphia festival's history. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? For 50 years, Odunde Festival has been the cultural heartbeat for the Southwest section of Center City in Philadelphia. And from the beginning, it has been — and remains — a family-run business. | Held every second Sunday in June, the festival centers around 23rd and South streets, stretching more than 15 blocks east toward Broad Street. Rooted in African heritage and community celebration, Odunde has become one of the largest and longest-running African American…
(2025-06-04). New Jersey primary 2025: Here's what to know about Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen's reelection bid and City Council races. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2025 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Camden voters will head to the polls on June 10 to elect a mayor and three at-large city council members — a pivotal local contest unfolding alongside New Jersey's 2025 gubernatorial race. | The municipal election in Camden during the primary will be tantamount to the general election due to the overwhelming majority of registered Democrats in the city, in addition to no Republican candidate filing a petition to run for a municipal office. | Who is running for…
(2025-06-04). 'Rocky start': Progressives say Delaware Gov. Meyer's transparency efforts are a mixed bag. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Delaware progressives and open government advocates saw last year's election as a chance for transformative change in how the state government runs. With a new governor and lawmakers, But nearly six months into Gov. Matt Meyer's administration and one month befor…
(2025-06-04). WHYY's The Pulse community event raises awareness and promotes care around diabetes in Latino communities. whyy.org
(2025-06-04). Philly health organizations partner to expand care, survive looming funding cuts under the Trump administration. whyy.org
(2025-06-04). You can dish it out but you can't take it: making criticism work. whyy.org
(2025-06-04). VIDEO: Trump's war on free speech—The case of Momodou Taal. wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party (UK) hosted a public meeting in London May 31, addressed by Momodou Taal, the British-Gambian student who challenged US President Donald Trump's unconstitutional war on free speech and the right to protest the Gaza genocide.
(2025-06-04). Momodou Taal tells London meeting: Protesting the Gaza genocide "placed a target on my back" wsws.org Taal spoke at Saturday's meeting for the first time about the circumstances surrounding his persecution by the US government.
(2025-06-04). Chicago transit crisis: As legislative session ends, funding crisis threatens massive service cuts and layoffs. wsws.org A funding crisis, the result of the refusal of Democrats and Republicans to tax the wealthy, threatens catastrophic service cuts to transit riders in Chicago.
(2025-06-04). Tanzanian regime tortures East African activists. wsws.org Boniface Mwangi and Agather Atuhaire had travelled to Tanzania in an act of solidarity with opposition leader Tundu Lissu, who is facing a trumped-up treason trial.
(2025-06-04). The Indo-Pakistan conflict and the threat of nuclear world war. wsws.org The IYSSE invites students, university lecturers and employees to attend this significant meeting which will discuss the life-and-death questions now confronting humanity.
(2025-06-04). Union blocks staff and students from speaking at Western Sydney University job cuts rally. wsws.org The WSU rally underscored how much the Albanese government depends on the capacity of union officials and their pseudo-left allies to divert and suppress the brewing discontent in the universities and the working class as a whole.
(2025-06-04). Trump signs off on US Steel-Nippon Steel merger, while doubling steel and aluminum tariffs. wsws.org Throughout a rambling speech Friday, Trump repeatedly called steel crucial for a strong military and made clear that the tariffs were meant to restructure US industry to be able to fight China.
(2025-06-04). US demands Asian allies prepare for "imminent" war against China. wsws.org In Singapore, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told military allies and partners throughout the Indo-Pacific to boost military spending and put themselves on a war footing for conflict with China.
(2025-06-04). Attorney Eric Lee addresses London meeting on case of Momodou Taal: "The president is attempting to establish a dictatorship" wsws.org "The president is attempting to establish a dictatorship, to abolish the most basic democratic rights, including the right to habeas corpus, the right to free speech, the right to seek redress of grievance by suing the government over constitutional violations, as Momodou has outlined."
(2025-06-04). VW emissions scandal: Some managers and engineers sentenced to prison, but not former CEO Winterkorn. wsws.org Ten years after the diesel emissions scandal came to light, four former Volkswagen managers were sentenced last week. Two were given prison terms of several years for their role in the affair, while two received suspended sentences.
(2025-06-04). OECD cuts global growth forecast. wsws.org Lower growth will be "felt around the world" with higher debt levels increasing the risk of shocks in financial markets.
(2025-06-04). US train engineers union tries to whip up anti-Mexican hatred. wsws.org In an attempt to divert attention from their own role in helping impose job losses, the BLET published a statement on its website trying to scapegoat Mexican railroaders for job losses in the United States.
(2025-06-04). Jonathan Joss, King of the Hill voice actor, shot dead in alleged hate crime. wsws.org Jonathan Joss, 59, known for voicing John Redcorn in King of the Hill and a number of other roles, was shot to death outside the ruins of his San Antonio, Texas home after the gunman shouted violent homophobic slurs, according to his husband.
(2025-06-04). Australian Labor government approves 40-year extension of major gas project. wsws.org Labor's extension of the North West Shelf gas project demonstrates that, no less than the Liberal-National Coalition, it will ardently defend the profit interests of fossil fuel giants regardless of climate change.