(2026-05-31). Trump seeks changes to Iran deal draft negotiated by envoys, Axios reports. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump has requested several amendments to a draft agreement negotiated by his envoys with Iranian counterparts, prompting a new round of discussions between the two sides, Axios reported on Sunday, citing a senior administration official and another source briefed on the matter. | According to Axios, Trump made the request during a Situation Room meeting on Friday, seeking to strengthen provisions he considers important, particularly those related to Iran's nuclear material. | The report said Trump wants the agreement finalised and expects a deal to be reached soon, but has asked his team t…
(2026-05-31). Juez de EEUU ordena retirar nombre de Trump del Centro Kennedy. radiohc.cu "El Congreso le dio su nombre al Centro Kennedy, y solo el Congreso puede cambiarlo", afirmó un juez federal al frenar un plan que impulsan hoy aliados del presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump. | El juez federal Christopher Cooper emitió una orden para que se retire el nombre del mandatario republicano de la fachada de la institución cultural y evitar temporalmente su cierre programado para una extensa renovación. | La decisión de Cooper concluyó que la junta directiva del centro excedió sus facultades al modificar el nombre oficial del recinto sin autorización del Capitolio y al aprobar un cierre temporal…
(2026-05-31). South Lebanon's History of Resistance. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) The Israeli
(2026-05-31). Israel issues more displacement orders in Lebanon, seizes strategic castle. aljazeera.com Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz describes the capture of Beaufort Castle as a significant tactical victory.
(2026-05-31). Thursday 6/18: Summer Workshops: Challenging Zionism in Schools. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/workshop26…
(2026-05-31). Friday 5/29: Demonstration against genocide at the israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | San Francisco…
(2026-05-31). "How to Sell a Genocide:" Gaza Reporting's Double Standards. juancole.com
(2026-05-31). Iran Expresses 'Total Solidarity' With Oman. popularresistance.org Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi vowed "solidarity" and support for the Sultanate of Oman on 29 May, after US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb the Gulf country if it teams up with Tehran to manage the Strait of Hormuz. | The comments came during a phone call between Araghchi and Oman's Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidy. | "In very productive call with Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidy, I expressed Iran's solidarity with Oman in face of any threat," Araghchi said in a statement on X. "We discussed Hormuz and its future administration in line with our sovereign responsibilities and international law.
(2026-05-31). The strait may reopen, but global confidence may not return. aljazeera.com The next phase of the Strait of Hormuz crisis may be defined less by its closure than by conditional access.
(2026-05-31). Firms spent heavily on AI. Now rising costs are outpacing its value. scmp.com AI is getting expensive — and companies are starting to rethink their embrace of the disruptive technology. | Playing by a well-worn Silicon Valley playbook, artificial intelligence companies charged rock-bottom prices to hook customers after ChatGPT burst onto the scene. | Kevin Simback of start-up incubator Delphi Labs calls it the era of "subsidised intelligence" — meaning investors were basically footing the bill so companies could offer AI on the cheap.
(2026-05-31). Rally at Brazilian Consulate Demands Lula Send Oil to Cuba. indybay.org Cuba has been under US attack, economic, one invasion, and subversion since 1962. Their crime was to kick out US crime connected corporations and institute a socialist economy.
(2026-05-31). Former U.S. intelligence officials warn of failed aggression against Cuba. radiohc.cu Former US intelligence officials, grouped in the Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS) collective, sent a memorandum to President Donald Trump, warning that aggression against Cuba would lead to catastrophic failure, reported the Cuban Television Midday News. | The document indicated that Washington's current strategy could result in a humanitarian disaster for which the United States would be responsible, and stressed that any military option would drag the country into a war lost from the outset. | According to the text, there is no evidence of Cuban operational support for terrorist organization…
(2026-05-31). May 20th: A Neo-colony Was Born in Cuba. radiohc.cu By Hedelberto López Blanch * | An incorrigible mythomaniac like U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a press conference commemorating May 20, 1902, the date on which a neo-colony controlled by Washington was established in Cuba. | Rubio, who during his time in Congress, the Senate, and now at the State Department has promoted more than 300 new measures that reinforce the blockade that has lasted for more than six decades, dared to repeat that Cuba is a failed nation and even threatened military aggression to try to change the island's system of government. | Cuba's so-called independence, on that May 20th, wa…
(2026-05-31). Cuban Vice President Salvador Valdés Mesa meets Belarusian president in Astana. radiohc.cu Salvador Valdés Mesa, member of the Political Bureau and Vice President of Cuba, held a meeting this Friday in Astana, Kazakhstan, with Aleksandr Lukashenko, President of Belarus, prior to the start of the sessions of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council, according to the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cubaminrex.
(2026-05-31). Confessed Terrorists Pardoned by Washington. radiohc.cu By Hedelberto López Blanch * / Special Collaboration for Resumen Latinoamericano. | There are countless stories of confessed terrorists who committed acts of aggression, attacks, and assaults against Cuban civilian facilities over the past 67 years, and who have lived and continue to live peacefully in the United States. | From the early days of 1959, countless murderers belonging to the defeated army of dictator Fulgencio Batista traveled to the United States, where they obtained safe haven and immunity for the crimes they committed. | Among them were Esteban Ventura Novo, Rolando Masferrer, and José Eleuterio P…
(2026-05-31). BREAK Oil Blockade! At SF Brazilian Consulate Demands that Lula/Brazil Send Oil to Cuba. indybay.org
(2026-05-31). Exoficiales de inteligencia de EE.UU. alertan fracaso de agresión a Cuba. radiohc.cu Exfuncionarios de inteligencia de Estados Unidos, agrupados en el colectivo Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS), enviaron un memorando al presidente Donald Trump este jueves 28 de mayo en el que advirtieron que una agresión contra Cuba conduciría a un fracaso catastrófico. | El documento señaló que la actual estrategia de Washington podría derivar en un desastre humanitario del cual Estados Unidos sería responsable, y subrayó que cualquier opción militar arrastraría al país a una guerra perdida de antemano, informó el Noticiero del Mediodía de la Televisión cubana. | Según el texto, no existen ev…
(2026-05-31). Israel Delegitimized Itself With Its Attacks On The Flotilla. popularresistance.org It began as a human rights mission: over 600 civilians on 72 boats from more than 45 countries, seeking to break Israel's 19-year siege of Gaza. It ended with two Israeli-government assaults in international waters, including kidnappings, beatings, torture, sexual abuse, and violations of international law. And crucially, it ended with Israel losing legitimacy, not just with the public but also among its own allies on a scale not seen since South Africa lost its own legitimacy in the Apartheid era. | On April 29, Israeli commandos boarded 22 boats of the Global Sumud Flotilla 80 nautical miles from Greece.
(2026-05-31). Saturday 5/30: Build, Treat, Heal: A Bay Area Fundraiser for Gaza Medical Aid. indybay.org Gray Area / Grand Theater 2665 Mission Street San Francisco, CA 94110.
(2026-05-31). After Lebanon & Gaza, another blow for Netanyahu? West Bank cash incident puts IDF under fire again. hindustantimes.com
(2026-05-31). Dominican committee demands release of Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores. radiohc.cu The Committee of Solidarity in Defense of the Sovereignty of Peoples in Struggle of the Dominican Republic today demanded the release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Congresswoman Cilia Flores from the United States government. | "Freedom for Maduro, freedom for Cilia" and "Yankees out of the Caribbean" were some of the slogans chanted by dozens of participants in the Solidarity Parade, which took place in Simón Bolívar Square in this capital city. | As on previous occasions, the demonstrators denounced that Maduro and his wife were kidnapped during the military aggression against that country earlier…
(2026-05-31). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Dominicanos reclaman a EEUU liberación de presidente de Venezuela. radiohc.cu El Comité de Solidaridad en Defensa de la Soberanía de los Pueblos en Lucha, de República Dominicana, exigió este sábado al gobierno de Estados Unidos la liberación del presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, y de la diputada Cilia Flores. | "Libertad para Maduro, libertad para Cilia" y "Fuera yanquis del Caribe" fueron algunas de las consignas coreadas por decenas de participantes en la Parada Solidaria, que tuvo lugar en la Plaza Simón Bolívar, en Santo Domingo. | Como en ocasiones anteriores, los manifestantes denunciaron que Maduro y su esposa fueron secuestrados durante la agresión militar a ese país a inic…
(2026-05-31). Huawei presents the Tau (τ) Scaling Law, enabling breakthroughs in transistor density and system performance. ecns.cn He Tingbo, Huawei board member and president of its semiconductor business, delivered a keynote speech titled "New Semiconductor Path in Practice" at the 2026 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems (ISCAS) held on Monday.
(2026-05-31). China-U.S. cooperation stressed after summit. ecns.cn Leading scholars from China and the United States are stressing the importance of seizing the opportunity to improve bilateral ties ushered in by the summit between the two countries earlier this month.
(2026-05-31). Xi, Austrian president exchange congratulations on 55th anniversary of ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen on Thursday exchanged congratulations on the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
(2026-05-31). DeepSeek nears first fundraising round as Chinese state capital joins AI race. ecns.cn Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) startup DeepSeek is nearing completion of its first external fundraising round, with China's state-backed semiconductor investment fund expected to lead the deal, according to media reports. The investor lineup was "largely finalized" by the end of May.
(2026-05-31). China's second domestically built cruise ship completes sea trials. ecns.cn China's second domestically built large cruise ship completed sea trials Wednesday, marking a milestone in the country's push toward "mass production" in the cruise sector.
(2026-05-31). S&P rating an indication of government commitment to steady finances. sanews.gov.za S&P rating an indication of government commitment to steady finances | Director-General of the National Treasury, Duncan Pieterse, says global rating agency Standard and Poor's (S&P) decision to affirm South Africa's global rating is a sign that government is meeting its commitment to lower the debt-to-GDP ratio over the medium term while steadying public finances. | S&P affirmed South Africa's long-term foreign currency sovereign credit rating at 'BB' and local currency rating at 'BB+' and to maintain the positive outlook. | "The affirmation from S&P that government is on track to deliver on its commitment to re…
(2026-05-31). Thousands in Peru protest Fujimori presidential run. aljazeera.com Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Lima to protest the presidential bid of Keiko Fujimori.
(2026-05-31). In Numbers: Global partnership launched to fight poverty, promote development. ecns.cn The Global Partnership for Poverty Alleviation and Development (GPPAD) was officially established on Wednesday at the 2026 Global Poverty Reduction and Development Forum in Beijing.
(2026-05-31). China's BYD unveils first 4-nm smart driving chip amid intensifying EV competition. ecns.cn Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD on Thursday unveiled its first self-developed 4-nanometer smart driving chip, as the automaker seeks to sharpen its edge in China's increasingly competitive EV market after its sales declined for eight consecutive months.
(2026-05-31). President Ramaphosa receives second Madlanga Commission interim report. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa receives second Madlanga Commission interim report | The Presidency has confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa has received the second interim report of the Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, known as the Madlanga Commission. | The commission was established to investigate allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on 6 July 2025 relating to criminality, political interference and corruption within the criminal justice system. | "President Ramaphosa will study the…
(2026-05-31). How Israel's War Crimes are Coming Home. juancole.com (
(2026-05-31). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-31). Every Alley Is Stud Alley. indybay.org announcement re: Pride Stud Alley…
(2026-05-31). AI Torture, Fighting Back, IBT & Using AI To Fight The Bosses. indybay.org WorkWeek covers the role of inward AI inferred cameras in truck cabs and what this means to millions of workers. They have been installed in trucks throughout the country and they are causing tumors and cataracts for many truckers who are under these cameras for up to 60 hours a week. WorkWeek also looks at how AI is being used by workers to fight back against bosses.
(2026-05-31). Tuesday 6/2: Election Day. indybay.org At a voting center or polling place in your county…
(2026-05-31). Wednesday 5/27: Save the Clinics! Rally to Stop SF Demo Mayor Closure of Larkin St. Youth Clinic. indybay.org Larkin St Youth Clinic | 134 Golden Gate Ave | San Francisco…
(2026-05-31). Wembanyama's Spurs dethrone Thunder to reach NBA Finals against Knicks. aljazeera.com Wembanyama scores 22 and grabs 7 rebounds as Spurs beat OKC 111-103 to book their first NBA Finals appearance since 2014.
(2026-05-31). Monday 6/1: Press Conference – UAW Region 6 & UAW 4811: NO Support for Zionist Shill Scott Wiener. indybay.org UAW 4811 Berkeley Office | 2730 Telegraph Ave Floor 1 | Berkeley CA 94705…
(2026-05-31). Huangshan: an important birthplace of modern tourism in China. ecns.cn Nestled in the southernmost reaches of East China's Anhui province, Huangshan is a living portrait of China's cultural and natural grandeur.
(2026-05-31). EconoScope | China drives future of mobility as Japan's auto edge erodes. ecns.cn For decades, Japanese automakers set the global benchmark for quality and efficiency, but that edge is eroding amid the global shift to electrification and smart mobility. Chinese carmakers are now rising rapidly, increasingly shaping the direction of the global automotive industry.
(2026-05-31). POLITICO: 'Climate hushing' — 'The sound of (climate) silence' — 'As Trump unravels U.S. climate policy, Dems enviro groups have grown strangely quiet' — Dems 'may not aggressively pursue climate action if they win back power'. wattsupwiththat.com But experts worry the shift in Democrats' rhetoric means they may not aggressively pursue climate action if they win back power in Washington. The road is already uphill: the Trump administration has terminated grants for climate research, brain-drained federal work on the issue and floated draconian cuts to satellites and other programs to monitor the Earth's climate.
(2026-05-31). Monday 6/1: Court Support for Stop AI Activist. indybay.org McAllister St & Polk St…
(2026-05-31). Saturday 6/13: Film Screening: The Palestine Laboratory. indybay.org The Albany Public Library is located at 1247 Marin Ave. in Albany. Free parking available and walking distance from EC Plaza BART. Enter the Edith Stone Room. Doors open at 10: 15…
(2026-05-31). Muharram likely to begin on June 17. tribune.com.pk 
Muharram-ul-Haram 1448 AH is likely to begin in Pakistan on Wednesday, June 17, as the new moon is not expected to be visible anywhere in the country on the evening of June 15, according to astronomical calculations. | Khalid Ejaz Mufti, Secretary General of the Ruet-e-Hilal Research Council, on Sunday said the new moon will be born at 7: 54am Pakistan Standard Time (PST) on June 15. However, by sunset on the same day, the moon's age will be less than 12 hours across Pakistan, significantly below the minimum age generally required for crescent sighting. | He explained that the interval between sunset and moonse…
(2026-05-31). International students get taste of Shandong fruit farms. ecns.cn After touring a rural area close to the city of Zhaoyuan, Shandong province, a group of international students have said they want to let more people know about the beauty and vitality of the Chinese countryside.
(2026-05-31). Hunger Strikes in ICE Detention are Ramping Up from Coast to Coast. indybay.org May 27, 2026 — From California to New Jersey, people in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention have launched hunger and labor strikes, bravely putting their lives on the line to demand their freedom and protest the horrendous and inhumane conditions they are subjected to in detention. At Delaney Hall in New Jersey, the labor and hunger strike began in response to people being denied fresh food, medical care, and functioning air conditioning. Reportedly, over 200 people remain on a labor and hunger strike inside the facility. At Adelanto in California, at least 20 people have gone on a hung…
(2026-05-31). Dozens arrested in Paris clashes on PSG victory night: police. tribune.com.pk 
Police on Saturday arrested dozens of people in clashes that erupted in the French capital as thousands poured onto the streets during Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League final victory. | Some 22,000 police were deployed across France for the game, including 8,000 in Paris, after unrest marred PSG's win in the competition last year. Paris tram lines were halted, several metro stations shut and bus traffic halted in places in bid to minimise disturbances. | According to Paris police, 79 people were detained in the city, of whom 45 were taken into custody. Six vehicles and two businesses were damaged. A polic…
(2026-05-31). Pakistan—China at 75: A partnership built on trust, tested by time. tribune.com.pk 
Every diplomatic relationship has an origin story, shaped in different ways by ideology, necessity, or circumstance. Pakistan—China ties were not born out of ideology or emotion, but out of geography, timing, and a shared reading of a region still taking shape in the early years after independence. | Seventy-five years later, the partnership has outlasted conflicts, Cold War alignments, sanctions, regime changes, and shifting global power structures. It has expanded from cautious recognition in the early 1950s to a strong strategic ecosystem spanning defence cooperation, infrastructure development, trade…
(2026-05-31). Bilawal to arrive in Skardu as PPP ramps up G-B election campaign. tribune.com.pk 
Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is due to arrive in Skardu at 2pm on Sunday, where he will begin a series of organisational meetings ahead of the formal launch of his party's election campaign for the upcoming Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) elections. | According to the campaign schedule, Bilawal will meet PPP candidates and party office-bearers in Skardu before commencing public election activities on Monday. | He is expected to travel in a rally from Skardu Airport to Shah Villas, where he will stay overnight. On Monday morning, he will depart for Shigar, where he is scheduled to…
(2026-05-31). Patients as pioneers: A doctor changes cancer research in China. ecns.cn The patient had tried everything. Standard chemotherapy. Radiation. Multiple surgeries. Nothing worked.
(2026-05-31). Scientists create first comprehensive map of early human embryo development. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have mapped the world's first complete spatiotemporal gene expression atlas of human embryos during the critical organ-forming period from four to eight weeks post-fertilization, allowing scientists to move beyond localized observations to a comprehensive, dynamic molecular study of early organ development.
(2026-05-31). Monday 6/8: EBPG June Potluck + Community Hangout. indybay.org üìç Oakland Peace Center — 111 Fairmount Ave, Oakland, CA | Held in the Grace Room, located downstairs (Someone will be helping direct folks from 5: 45-6: 15p)…
(2026-05-31). Kunshan sees boom in 'sweet economy'. ecns.cn A one-day sensory-driven tour of China's richest county-level city didn't just delight the palates of seven international visitors — it opened their eyes to how an economy can march with efficiency, timing, and cohesion.
(2026-05-31). China's intelligent manufacturing making waves, Tianjin expo hears. ecns.cn China's push to advance intelligent manufacturing is reinforcing corporate confidence and opening broader opportunities for enterprises at home and abroad to innovate, expand and share in the growth of the world's second-largest economy, a sideline event of the World Intelligence Expo 2026 in Tianjin has heard.
(2026-05-31). Emotional scenes as more survivors pulled from flooded Laos cave. aljazeera.com Divers in Laos have rescued four more villagers trapped in a flooded cave. The first survivor was pulled out on Friday.
(2026-05-31). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-05-31). Panic on beach in northern Israel during Hezbollah strikes. aljazeera.com Videos show people on a beach in Nahariya, Israel running for shelter as Hezbollah rockets are launched.
(2026-05-31). Golden Gate Bridge Protestors Testimony Begins Friday. indybay.org Seven Bay Area Community Members charged with felony conspiracy and false imprisonment for stopping traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge on Tax Day 2024 testify in front of the jury…
(2026-05-31). Whale Deaths on Track to Make 2026 Among Deadliest Years on West Coast. indybay.org OAKLAND, Calif., May 28, 2026 — At least 51 whales have died along the West Coast already this year, according to an analysis of public data and media reports by the Center for Biological Diversity. If whale deaths continue at this rate, 2026 could rank among the deadliest years for West Coast whales — second only to 2019, when a record-setting 122 whales died.
(2026-05-31). The evolution of the anti-hero. tribune.com.pk 
Back in the nineties, I watched the much-hyped Terminator 2 at Nishat Cinema. I'd gone with friends from college and I remember coming out baffled by everyone's reactions. While I was high on the glory of Linda Hamilton's upgrade from Terminator, they were fawning over the delightfully evil and vicious villain—the new and improved terminator that replaced Arnold Schwarzenegger as the antagonist. It wasn't even as if the terminator in T2 was layered or complex—he was just evil, and that made him "interesting" to my friends. | The trend of valorising the villain remained constant for many years among…
(2026-05-31). Shanghai holds special symposium marking 80th anniversary of Tokyo Trials. ecns.cn An international symposium commemorating the 80th anniversary of the opening of the Tokyo Trials was held at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in Shanghai on Thursday.
(2026-05-31). A Grand Solar Minimum Has Arrived…Global Cooling Of At Least 1 ∞C Is Expected by The 2030s, 2040s. wattsupwiththat.com Using pattern analysis, it may be assumed that the onset of the next GSM has arrived, and global cooling will be realized over the next few decades.
(2026-05-31). The economy of installments. tribune.com.pk 
Every June, when Karachi's heat turns the city into a slow-burning tandoor, Hina's living room becomes a battlefield of numbers. The old pedestal fan pushes around hot air. Sweat beads on her son's forehead as he does his homework on the sofa. The electricity bill is folded and refolded on the table. Her husband scrolls through his phone, silently comparing AC prices on different apps while the timer on the UPS blinks like a warning. | They had promised themselves an AC last year. Then school fees went up. Fuel went up. Milk went up. Everything seemed to inch higher, quietly, almost politely, until the idea of…
(2026-05-31). Emergency Vigil And Picket For 11 Victims Of Longview Disaster. popularresistance.org Tacoma, WA — A dozen people gathered along the fence of U.S. Oil & Refining Co on Wednesday, May 27 in an emergency picket and vigil for the 11 people killed in the Longview paper mill disaster. Signs with statements like "Clean it up or shut it down," "Justice for the Longview 11" and "System change not climate change" waved as attendees picketed the back gate. | This emergency event was called by Climate Alliance of the South Sound (CASS) in response to one of the deadliest industrial accidents in Washington state history. On Tuesday, May 26, a paper mill chemical vat imploded, killing ten workers an…
(2026-05-31). Saturday 5/30: San José…Oligarchs extract. We create. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, 95117…
(2026-05-31). China's State Council issues urban renewal plan during 2026-2030. ecns.cn China's State Council recently released an urban renewal plan, outlining key targets, major tasks and projects, as well as policy measures for the country's urban renewal efforts during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030).
(2026-05-31). China's SAIC Motor sales hits 100 million vehicle milestone. ecns.cn SAIC Motor on Thursday became the first Chinese automaker to surpass 100 million vehicles in cumulative sales, marking a major milestone for the country's auto industry.
(2026-05-31). China, France strengthen heritage science cooperation at Paris symposium. ecns.cn A symposium on cultural heritage protection and academic exchange was held in Paris on Thursday, bringing together senior officials and leading experts from China's Shaanxi province and France, to deepen cooperation in archaeological science, conservation technology, and cultural heritage protection.
(2026-05-31). Decoding the vatican stance on AI. tribune.com.pk 
Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war, according to The Associated Press. | "Magnifica Humanitas" (Magnificent Humanity), Leo's first encyclical, has been eagerly awaited ever since history's first US-born pope announced days after his election that he considered AI to be the biggest challenge facing humanity today. | In the text, Leo denounced the "culture of power" driving the AI race, especi…
(2026-05-31). At Least 34 Injured and 130 Arrested in Paris after PSG Victory. radiohc.cu Havana, May 30 (RHC) — At least 34 people were injured and 130 were arrested today, after the center of this capital was paralyzed, where 40,000 people enjoyed and celebrated, many with violence, the victory of PSG in the Champions League. | The fervor following the Parisian club's 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Arsenal in Budapest overwhelmed the police deployment implemented by the Interior Ministry throughout the country, particularly in Paris. | Fireworks, stampedes by fans, burning bicycles and motorcycles, six damaged vehicles, and at least two completely destroyed businesses are the official police…
(2026-05-31). The Clean Energy Transition's Indigenous Sacrifice Zones. popularresistance.org It has become abundantly clear that the clean energy transition is "business as usual" for Indigenous Peoples. | At least a dozen major cases have emerged where Indigenous rights are being overtly dismissed in order to secure supplies of lithium, nickel, copper, cobalt and other strategic minerals. The unprecedented demand is reshaping landscapes and economies across the globe. New mines, processing facilities, transmission corridors and renewable energy projects are being fast-tracked, often with promises of sustainable development and a greener, more 'just' future.
(2026-05-31). Between darkness and dry taps. tribune.com.pk 
The alarm rings, shrill, startling, unwelcome. She turns it off with a smack, her face already showing traces of the grimace she'll wear for most of her challenging day. *Fatima Kazmi is a teacher who has to reach school by 7: 40 am. Before that she has to prepare breakfast, help dress the kids, give tea to her husband and eat a bite herself. She hardly fusses over her own appearance or meals because she feels it is a luxury she doesn't have. She gets up hurriedly as there isn't much time left for Fajr prayer. It is already 5: 30 am and a long day lies ahead of her. In the evening, it's the tuition kids coming i…
(2026-05-31). Eleven confirmed dead in Washington state chemical accident, all bodies recovered. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from a chemical tank rupture in the US state of Washington climbed to 11 as crews recovered the bodies of all nine missing people, authorities said on Saturday. | Two fatalities had been confirmed after the tank containing "white liquor" – a chemical solution of sodium hydroxide and sodium sulfide ‚Å used in making paper pulp – imploded at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility on Tuesday. | The search for the missing carried on through the week as recovery crews worked throug…
(2026-05-31). Exploring molten salt tower in the Gobi Desert. ecns.cn This 50-megawatt solar thermal power plant – one of China's first generation of solar thermal power demonstration projects and Xinjiang's first solar thermal power plant – fills a crucial gap in renewable energy infrastructure.
(2026-05-31). Holder Gauff beaten by Potapova; Sabalenka solid at French Open. aljazeera.com Gauff's exit leaves four-time champion Swiatek and world number one Sabalenka as top contenders for the women's title.
(2026-05-31). Sunday 5/31: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Strawberry Creek Park, 1250 Addison Street in Berkeley.
(2026-05-31). Mexico beat Australia 1-0 before World Cup squad submission deadline. aljazeera.com The warm-up friendly simulated World Cup conditions, including cooling breaks for the players, at the Rose Bowl stadium.
(2026-05-31). Jilin union builds space capsule rest stop for Changchun airport drivers. ecns.cn At the outdoor parking lot of the Changchun Longjia International Airport in Changchun, Jilin province, four space capsule-style buildings have become a popular destination for rideshare and taxi drivers.
(2026-05-31). China's largest meat processor Shuanghui apologizes after pork found with excessive antibiotic residue. ecns.cn China's largest meat processor, Shuanghui, issued an apology after regulators found antibiotic residue in pork produced by one of its subsidiaries at levels 37.5 times above the national safety limit, according to media reports.
(2026-05-31). US says capable of resuming war with Iran, deal remains elusive. newarab.com 
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(2026-05-31). Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair opening after performers drop out. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump stands on the stage on the day of delivering remarks at Rockland Community College in Suffern, New York, US, May 22, 2026. — ReutersUS President Donald Trump will headline an event commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary on the National Mall next…
(2026-05-31). How Nigeria's 'algorithmic apothecary' fuels a surge in risky herbal cures. aljazeera.com Unverified herbal remedies promoted on social media are driving rising health risks and delayed treatment in Nigeria.
(2026-05-31). Gezhouba Hydropower Plant conducts silt flushing test. ecns.cn Gezhouba Hydropower Plant opens the Gezhouba Sanjiang sediment flushing gates in five stages to conduct a silt flushing test, in Yichang, Hubei Province, May 28, 2026.
(2026-05-31). Saturday 6/6: Santa Cruz Dyke Trans March. indybay.org Clocktower, Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-31). US reverses new rule on overseas applications for green cards. scmp.com The Trump administration has walked back its announcement that non-citizens seeking permanent US residency, commonly called a green card, would need to return to their home country to apply, The New York Times reported. | The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) told the newspaper on Friday that its policy announcement last week was not a requirement for all applicants, but would rather be implemented "on a case-by-case basis".
(2026-05-31). Uganda closes border with DRC over Ebola outbreak. ecns.cn Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo for a period of four weeks as authorities intensify efforts to prevent the spread of an Ebola outbreak that has already crossed into the East African country.
(2026-05-31). SANDF refutes deploying soldiers in anticipation of protest action. sanews.gov.za SANDF refutes deploying soldiers in anticipation of protest action | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has dismissed reports that it has deployed soldiers in anticipation of protest action at the end of June. | "The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has noted with concern misleading reports on social media suggesting that the SANDF will be deployed in anticipation of planned marches and protest action on 30 June 2026 by various civil society groups calling for the repatriation of illegal nationals. | "The SANDF dismisses these claims as false, unfounded, and deliberately misleading. At…
(2026-05-31). France arrests hundreds of rioters nationwide as PSG win Champions League. aljazeera.com French Ministry of Interior says 416 people detained nationwide, including 283 in Paris, after PSG's win over Arsenal.
(2026-05-31). Dreams degrees, and no pay cheques. tribune.com.pk 
Ahmed, a student at a university in Islamabad, thought getting an internship in Islamabad would finally open the door to a better future. But the excitement faded when he found out the internship was unpaid. | Living in a hostel as a bachelor's student, Ahmed was already struggling with his monthly expenses. Rent, food, transport, and daily necessities in Islamabad were difficult to afford without an income. Still, he accepted the internship because he felt he had little choice. | He chose an unpaid internship instead of waiting for a paid job, because there were very few vacancies in the job market. Unpaid po…
(2026-05-31). ICE Camps Are Not Untouchable. popularresistance.org "The immigration camp, it really depends on a lot of local infrastructure. It is not this untouchable federal abstraction. It is up to us, neighbors, community members, and we have the actual power to shut them down," says journalist John Washington. In this episode of Movement Memos, Washington joins host Kelly Hayes to discuss his book How to Close a Camp: Dispatches from the Fight Against Immigrant Detention, the rapid expansion of ICE detention, and how communities can fight camps before and after they open.
(2026-05-31). The world hit a 44-year high in executions. aljazeera.com Governments around the world executed more people in 2025 than at any point since 1981.
(2026-05-31). World Intelligence Expo highlights AI-industry integration. ecns.cn The World Intelligence Expo 2026 kicked off on Thursday in north China's Tianjin Municipality, bringing together over 700 exhibitors to showcase cutting-edge technologies, products and application scenarios in the field of AI.
(2026-05-31). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Lurie STOP Destroying Services! SEIU1021 Members & Clients Rally for Larkin St. Clinic. indybay.org
(2026-05-31). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Socialist and Anti-Colonial movements laid groundwork for multipolarity. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-05-31). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Loved ones and supporters of Delaney Hall's striking immigrants rally around the clock outside detention center. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-05-31). Evo Morales: This rebellion is against the neocolonial state. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-05-31). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Night trail run in Kathmandu marks 73 years since first Qomolangma ascent. ecns.cn
(2026-05-31). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Joint Statement of the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation on Advocating for a Multipolar World and a New International Relationship. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-05-31). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). 1854 Historic Negro Bar, Sacramento County – Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee. indybay.org Beginning in 1844, Rancho Rio De Los Americanos an 8 Mexican Legues or 35,521 acres, was entitled to the "African Founding Father of California." Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr., first elected Treasurer of San Francisco, served as US Vice Consul, known as the first US Diplomat of Pan African Descent, and owner of the miracle mile long region named, Negro Bar, in Spring 1848, at the dawn of the California Gold Rush…
(2026-05-31). Argentina: La mirada de Rita Segato -entrevista. indybay.org Argentina: La mirada de Rita Segato -entrevista-…
(2026-05-31). Saturday 5/30: ART and REVOLUTION ~ Opening Reception. indybay.org Companeros Del Barrio | 474 Valencia St. | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-05-31). México_Marcos: "la realidad versus lo superficial del Mundial" indybay.org El amor y el desamor según el futbol, "la realidad en México vs lo superficial del Mundial": Marcos…
(2026-05-31). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-31). Loved Ones, Supporters Of Striking Immigrants Rally Around The Clock. popularresistance.org More than 300 people detained inside Newark, New Jersey's Delaney Hall detention center are on a work and hunger strike, demanding that Gov. Mikie Sherrill visit the facility and meet with them. | For months, immigrants detained inside the facility have drawn attention to Delaney's inhumane conditions. They officially launched their strike on May 22, 2026, calling for freedom for everyone detained in the facility and especially the immediate release of vulnerable people, including children, the elderly, and those with serious medical conditions.
(2026-05-30). Israeli soldiers reach Nabatieh, one of southern Lebanon's biggest cities. aljazeera.com Israel's military has advanced beyond Lebanon's Litani River for the first time since 2006.
(2026-05-30). Israeli forces push deeper into Lebanon as delegates meet in US. newarab.com 
Israel's military issued evacuation warnings on Saturday for residents of 13 villages in southern Lebanon and pushed deeper into the country, even as military delegations from Beirut and Tel Aviv The delegations held talks at the Pentagon and ahead of US-brokered negotiations early next week – the fourth round since the latest Israel has kept up its heavy bombardment of s…
(2026-05-30). Lebanon and Israel hold military talks at Pentagon despite Israeli offensive: What to know. al-monitor.com A renewed Israeli offensive in southern Lebanon aims to extract concessions from Beirut in US-brokered diplomatic talks, but Lebanese military officials say there is no path forward until Israel halts its attacks and returns to the April ceasefire.
(2026-05-30). Israel orders new evacuations as forces push deeper into Lebanon. al-monitor.com Israel's military issued evacuation warnings on Saturday for residents of seven villages in southern Lebanon, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had pushed deeper into the country.The latest warnings came a day after military delegations from the two countries held landmark security talks in Washington and ahead of US-brokered negotiations early next week ⚪ the fourth round since the latest Israel-Hezbollah conflict erupted.
(2026-05-30). Israel launches more south Lebanon strikes after warnings. al-monitor.com Israel launched strikes across south Lebanon Saturday after ordering evacuations from more than a dozen locations a day after its premier said Israeli forces had pushed even deeper into Lebanese territory.Lebanon's army said a "targeted" Israeli strike wounded two soldiers in the south, just a day after military delegations from both countries held landmark security talks in Washington.The military talks in the US capital came ahead of US-brokered negotiations early next week ⚪ the fourth round since the latest Israel-Hezbollah conflict erupted.
(2026-05-30). Frustration in Lebanon as Israel expands invasion. aljazeera.com Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon has moved deeper into sovereign territory, with troops crossing the Litani river.
(2026-05-30). Tehran says Trump 'betraying diplomacy' with Hormuz blockade. tribune.com.pk 
An adviser to Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has accused US President Donald Trump of "betraying diplomacy for the third time" in his response to a current peace proposal. | Mohsen Rezaei, a military adviser to Iran's supreme leader, writes on X: "As expected, the president of the United States is betraying diplomacy for the third time." | The two previous times appear to refer to the Israeli bombing campaign launched on Iran in June last year, and the US-Israeli bombing campaign launched on February 28, both times amid indirect US-Iran nuclear talks. | "By continuing the naval blockade and making exce…
(2026-05-30). As Trump deals with Iran, US base in Gulf targeted: Downed Fateh-110 leaves Americans injured. hindustantimes.com As tensions between Iran and the United States escalate, new reports suggest a missile strike targeted a Kuwaiti air base, raising concerns over regional stability. According to reports, a Fateh-110 short-range ballistic missile was launched and reportedly intercepted by Kuwaiti air defenses. However, debris from the interception allegedly struck Al Salem Air Base, known as "The Rock," causing minor injuries to American military personnel and contractors. Incident comes amid fragile ceasefire discussions and diplomatic pressure involving U.S. President Donald Trump. Analysts warn that continued missile exchanges…
(2026-05-30). Food supplies dwindle in Yemen after Hormuz closure. newarab.com 
Concerns are rising over the availability and cost of food supplies in The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important waterways, was closed by Iran on 2 March after joint Since April, Yemen's government's National Committee for Regulating and…
(2026-05-30). Qatar says temporary charges 'negotiable'. aljazeera.com Qatar rejects a set Strait of Hormuz toll, says temporary charges 'negotiable'.
(2026-05-30). Can Trump Actually Threaten to Bomb His Own Allies? moderndiplomacy.eu On Wednesday afternoon, at a White House cabinet meeting, a reporter asked Donald Trump a straightforward question. Would he accept a short-term arrangement allowing Iran and Oman to jointly manage shipping through the Strait of Hormuz? There was no simple answer to Trump's question. "No one will be in charge of it," he said. It's …
(2026-05-30). Why Trump's Hormuz Blockade may Bolster the Iranian State. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Iranian government continues to dicker with the Trump administration about the final form of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that would bring an end to the current standoff at the Strait of Hormuz, which threatens the world's energy. | The US has long been banking on its counter-blockade of Iranian traffic through the Strait to bankrupt Iran and throw the country into chaos. | While the Iranian economy has certainly been badly hurt by the US blockade, it is unlikely that the government will collapse as a result. |
(2026-05-30). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-30). IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy supplies. al-monitor.com May 29 (Reuters) – The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank and World Trade Organization warned on Friday that the war in the Middle East was straining global energy supplies and hitting vulnerable economies hardest.The U.S.-Israel war on Iran has disrupted trade, rattled financial markets and raised concerns over global energy supplies, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for oil and gas shipments.
(2026-05-30). Beijing is Becoming the Center of Global Diplomacy. unitedworldint.com 
Chinese Experts Comment on Leaders' Visits to Beijing By àñzgàºr Altinba≈ü China has recently experienced significant diplomatic traffic. All leaders of the United Nations Security Council permanent members have visited China within a six-month period. The visits of US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin also drew considerable attention. We discussed this process …
(2026-05-30). From Ukraine to Iran: Are We Entering a New Age of Endless Wars? thinktank.pk For decades, political leaders and economists believed globalization had made major wars too costly to sustain. Trade interconnected nations, supply chains crossed continents, and economic dependence appeared to reduce the chances of large-scale military confrontations. Yet events unfolding in 2026 are challenging that assumption. As Russia prepares what Ukraine describes as a massive new offensive …
(2026-05-30). Pentagon chief says US ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal. tribune.com.pk 
The US is ready to restart attacks on Iran if a deal cannot be reached, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Saturday, as negotiators from Washington and Tehran worked to bridge major differences blocking an agreement. | "Our ability to recommence if necessary…we are more than capable," Hegseth said in Singapore. | "Our stockpiles are more than suited for that, both there and around the globe, so we're in a very good place," he added. | Hegseth, speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia's premier forum for defence leaders, militaries and diplomats, said the US has not "turned its back" on the Asia-Pacific…
(2026-05-30). Trump's remark to push US ally into Iran camp? Mojtaba aide backs Oman after 'blow them up' threat. hindustantimes.com Iran and Oman stepped up diplomatic coordination after Donald Trump's controversial remarks targeting Muscat, raising fresh questions over shifting Gulf alliances and the future of Hormuz negotiations. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with Omani FM Badr Albusaidi on May 29, stressing solidarity with Oman amid regional tensions. The call came days after Trump warned that "Oman will behave," sparking backlash over threats aimed at one of Washington's oldest Arab allies. As Tehran and Muscat discuss new Hormuz security frameworks, analysts fear Trump's rhetoric could push Oman closer toward Iran at…
(2026-05-30). Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump points his finger during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, May 27, 2026. — ReutersTrump reviewed options in two-hour Situation Room meeting.No final decision was reached after Friday's White House talks.Iran says…
(2026-05-30). How hardening rhetoric signals uneasy path for US talks. al-monitor.com Iran's leadership is increasingly portraying negotiations with Washington not as compromise but as a continuation of confrontation by other means.
(2026-05-30). Hegseth tips hat to PM, CDF for peace efforts. tribune.com.pk 
United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has lauded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir for their role in the US-Iran peace negotiations, saying that Washington and Islamabad are developing a "true friendship". | "I mentioned India here, but I very easily could have mentioned Pakistan and the role that the field marshal and the prime minister are playing in peace negotiations," he said while responding to a question at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. | "I think an unexpected development and a true friendship [are] developing t…
(2026-05-30). Iranian negotiator says final draft not yet approved, Tehran can quit US deal over violations. tribune.com.pk 
Saeed Ajorlou, a member of Iran's negotiating team's media committee, said on Saturday that Tehran has yet to approve the final draft of a proposed agreement with the United States and could withdraw from the deal if the other side fails to uphold its commitments. | Ajorlou told Iranian state television that, to his knowledge, the final text had not been approved as of Friday night, although only limited differences remained between the parties. | "If the final text is approved, we will enter a 60-day process of discussions on the details," he said, adding that each of the agreement's 14 articles contains anne…
(2026-05-30). UNESCO warns of risk to Cuban education due to the energy crisis caused by the U.S. blockade. radiohc.cu "Education in Cuba is at risk due to the current energy crisis," caused by the US blockade, warned Anne Lemaistre, Director of the Regional Office of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and representative of the organization in Cuba, this Friday in Havana. | The official noted that the situation "makes it difficult for teachers and students to attend classes, learn effectively, and enjoy a normal social life with their friends," jeopardizing the development of a generation, with long-term detrimental consequences. | Statement by the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office…
(2026-05-30). Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces hold meeting with U.S. Southern Command. radiohc.cu By mutual agreement, a meeting took place on May 29, 2026, between the head of the U.S. Southern Command, General Francis L. Donovan, and the First Deputy Minister and Chief of the General Staff of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, Army Corps General Roberto Legrá Sotolongo. | Both delegations considered the meeting positive, where they addressed security issues around the perimeter of the military enclave and agreed to maintain communications between their respective military commands. | (Taken from the MINFAR Facebook profile) | IMAGE CREDIT: ACN Newsroom | Photo: Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces (MINFA…
(2026-05-30). The US Has Been Intervening Very Heavily in Cuba Since 1960. portside.org The US Has Been Intervening Very Heavily in Cuba Since 1960 |
(2026-05-30). Exclusive interview with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez: "Cuba is not an enemy of the United States, nor does it want to be" radiohc.cu By Deisy Francis Mexidor | Rodríguez Parrilla, who made it clear that "Cuba is not an enemy of the United States, nor does it want to be," answered questions from this news agency at the end of two and a half days of work in New York, where he presented his country's position and denounced the military threat and the energy blockade at a formal session of the UN Security Council convened by China's presidency of the body. | Prensa Latina (PL): On what basis does the United States government insist on this narrative? | Bruno Rodríguez (BR): When the United States government uses this fallacious and ridiculous argu…
(2026-05-30). Cuba values Pope Leo XIV's leadership in defense of peace. radiohc.cu The Cuban government highly values the international leadership that Pope Leo XIV currently maintains in the defense of peace, stated the nation's ambassador to the Holy See. | The head of the Cuban diplomatic mission to the Vatican, Leyde Rodríguez, highlighted in a note published in the latest issue of the magazine Caritá Política, his country's recognition of the pontiff's efforts in favor of a peace that is "disarmed and disarming." | Cuba also appreciates the Bishop of Rome's denunciation of global problems, exacerbated by wars and violence, his calls for nuclear dis…
(2026-05-30). Analysts warn of real risk of U.S. intervention in Cuba. radiohc.cu Specialists discussed the scope of Washington's escalating aggression against Cuba and the constant provocations in a highly tense environment on the television program Mesa Redonda Friday evening. | Rodney González Maestrey, Director of Legal Affairs and Analysis at the US Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINREX), warned that the risk of US military aggression remains a very real possibility, given the analysis of certain projections of White House policy toward the Caribbean nation. | First, the diplomat pointed out the current US administration's intention to artificially create an environment c…
(2026-05-30). Asociación Cubana de las Naciones Unidas recibe felicitación por su 79 aniversario. radiohc.cu La Asociación Cubana de las Naciones Unidas (ACNU) celebra este sábado su 79 aniversario, ocasión en la que la Cancillería cubana le trasladó cálidas felicitaciones a todos sus trabajadores y asociados, y valoró altamente su compromiso con la Patria, la defensa de los principios y propósitos de la ONU y el Derecho Internacional. | A través de un mensaje en su cuenta oficial en la red social X, el Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores expresó: "En ocasión del 79 aniversario de la Asociación Cubana de las Naciones Unidas, trasladamos cálidas felicitaciones a todos sus trabajadores y asociados. Valoramos altamente su…
(2026-05-30). Parten canoístas cubanas Yarisleidis Cirilo y Yinnolis López hacia Colombia para base de entrenamiento. cubadebate.cu Las canoístas cubanas Yarisleidis Cirilo y Yinnolis Franchesca López parten hoy hacia Colombia para cumplir una base de entrenamiento de canoa monoplaza (C-1) y biplaza (C-2) en condiciones de altura hasta el 21 de junio, con la mira puesta en los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe Santo Domingo 2026 y la Copa del Mundo en Montreal, Canadá.
(2026-05-30). Desde China envían cargamento con suministros médicos hacia Cuba. radiohc.cu Un nuevo cargamento con fármacos y suministros médicos salió este sábado rumbo a la mayor de las Antillas, gracias a los ´esfuerzos conjuntos de la Misión Estatal, cubanos y amigos de Cuba en China ª. | Así lo comunicó en su canal oficial de las redes sociales Facebook y X la sede diplomática del país caribeño, en Beijing. | De acuerdo con lo divulgado, el cargamento se envió a través del proyecto solidario ´A Cuba hay que quererla ª. | Anteriormente, los cubanos del cuerpo diplomático y de la comunidad residente en China realizaron otros donativos, entre ellos, uno de insumos médicos a la i…
(2026-05-30). Colombia activa este domingo el mayor despliegue de observación internacional para sus elecciones. cubadebate.cu El próximo domingo 31 de mayo, los colombianos elegirán a quien gobernará durante los próximos cuatro años. El Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE) de Colombia movilizará este domingo 15 000 observadores —entre ellos 1 500 internacionales— para garantizar la transparencia de las elecciones presidenciales en las que votan más de 41,4 millones de colombianos.
(2026-05-30). Catedrático panameño destaca apoyo internacional a Cuba. radiohc.cu El historiador panameño Jaime Flores destacó este sábado el respaldo internacional que recibe el pueblo de Cuba, en particular de China, frente a constantes ataques por parte de Estados Unidos. | En su más reciente artículo que circula en redes sociales, el catedrático enfatiza que las amenazas imperiales, incluida la agresión militar se enfocan ahora hacia Cuba, nación que ha sabido resistir a un feroz bloqueo económico rechazado anualmente en la Asamblea General de Naciones Unidas. | El cerco, asegura, junto a la actual escalada, representan un atentado en contra de la libertad y la autodeterminación, además de…
(2026-05-30). Unicef reporta 77 niños muertos o heridos en una semana por ataques de Israel en Líbano. cubadebate.cu El Fondo de Naciones Unidas para la Infancia (Unicef) denunció este sábado que 77 niños murieron o resultaron heridos en Líbano durante los últimos siete días debido a la ofensiva israelí, mientras el presidente libanés Joseph Aoun urgió a Estados Unidos a lograr un alto el fuego. En las últimas 24 horas, los ataques israelíes mataron a 31 personas e hirieron a 68 en territorio libanés.
(2026-05-30). Cuba y México: Sembrando Vida desde Villa Clara (+Fotos). cubadebate.cu La segunda fase del proyecto Sembrando Vida, auspiciada por la Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo, quedó inaugurada oficialmente este miércoles en Villa Clara. En el acto se reiteró la voluntad inquebrantable del gobierno mexicano de continuar "al lado de Cuba, como los hermanos que hemos sido siempre, aún en los momentos más difíciles".
(2026-05-30). Legisladores de Uruguay piden a Estados Unidos el cese del bloqueo contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu En una carta abierta legisladores frenteamplistas se dirigen a los congresistas de EEUU y afirman: "Hacemos un llamado urgente a que cesen las políticas de bloqueo económico y cualquier forma de injerencia externa contra Cuba, privilegiando mecanismos de entendimiento que permitan avanzar hacia relaciones internacionales basadas en el respeto mutuo y la paz".
(2026-05-30). Two killed, including Palestinian doctor, in Israeli attacks on Gaza. aljazeera.com Several injured in Gaza, while Israeli settlers attack Palestinian homes and property across the occupied West Bank.
(2026-05-30). Is Paris Redefining Its Red Lines on Human Rights and Israel? thinktank.pk The decision by Jean-Noà´l Barrot to launch a judicial inquiry into the treatment of French activists detained during the Gaza flotilla incident is more than a routine legal move. It signals a potentially significant shift in how France balances its traditional support for Israel's security with its growing insistence on accountability when French citizens and …
(2026-05-30). The Pleasure of Cruelty: We Are all Palestinians Now. juancole.com ( Recent testimonies from Gaza-bound flotilla activ…
(2026-05-30). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-30). WAN-IFRA Honors Gaza Photojournalists with 2026 Golden Pen of Freedom Award. thinktank.pk The World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) has announced that its prestigious 2026 Golden Pen of Freedom will be awarded to the professional photo and video journalists of Gaza, recognizing their extraordinary courage, resilience, and commitment to documenting one of the world's most devastating conflicts. The award, scheduled to be presented on June 1 during …
(2026-05-30). ICE Agent Arrested in Texas, Charged With Lying About Minneapolis Shooting. truthout.org A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was arrested in Texas on Friday after he was charged by Minnesota officials for allegedly shooting a Venezuelan immigrant during an ICE operation in Minneapolis and lying about what happened. Christian Castro, 52, was deployed as part of President Donald Trump's mass deportation push in the Twin Cities, dubbed "Operation Metro Surge… |
(2026-05-30). Venezuela Appoints Samuel Moncada as Ambassador to France (+Delcy Rodríguez Approval Ratings). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "There had been practically no relations with the French Republic for many years, by decision of France… Now, the situation has changed. They have given their approval to Ambassador Samuel Moncada. We made a decision in the Foreign Policy Committ…
(2026-05-30). Palantir Expands Its Influence Across Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Silvana Solano — May 28, 2026 | A close look at how data‚Äëfusion platforms embed into public health, education, and corporate systems to create states' long‚Äëterm dependencies. | Palantir
(2026-05-30). Trump's ICE blitz cost 668,000 jobs, creating 'chilling effect' on US firms. scmp.com The Trump administration's immigration surge into US cities last year resulted in 668,000 job losses, creating a "chilling effect" that pervaded local economies, hurt businesses and affected American-born workers, according to a report from the Brookings Institution. | The Immigration and Customs Enforcement campaign adopted "shock and awe" tactics that were broader and far more visible than previous enforcement efforts, including one started under former president George W. Bush in 2008 and…
(2026-05-30). Miles Davis at 100, a complex figure reflecting a complex time. wsws.org The jazz world is celebrating the centenary of jazz trumpet master and bandleader Miles Davis, one of the 20th century's most impactful musicians.
(2026-05-30). Dead humpback whale Timmy brought ashore on Danish island for postmortem. scmp.com The body of a dead humpback whale known as "Timmy" has been brought ashore on the Danish island of Anholt, where experts hope a postmortem examination will shed light on how it died. | A live streaming by the News5 broadcaster showed a vehicle slowly dragging the bloated carcass out of the shallow water by a rope onto the beach on Saturday morning, leaving behind a deep furrow in the sand.
(2026-05-30). First survivor rescued from flooded cave in Laos. aljazeera.com Divers in Laos have rescued the first of five villagers trapped in a flooded cave for more than a week.
(2026-05-30). Are Religious Slogans Enough to Build a Strong Economy? thinktank.pk Across the Muslim world, political leaders frequently invoke Islam as a foundation for governance, justice and economic development. Yet a critical question often goes unanswered: does declaring a country an Islamic republic automatically lead to prosperity, equality and social justice? The experiences of Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan suggest otherwise. While all three countries have embraced …
(2026-05-30). Peru declares state of emergency as measles epidemic exposes crisis of capitalist-run public health. wsws.org The outbreak has exposed once again the catastrophic failure of the capitalist state to guarantee the most basic conditions of life for the working class.
(2026-05-30). Iran media says draft deal includes releasing $12 bn in assets. newarab.com 
Iranian state media reported on Saturday that a The report cited an "unofficial" draft of the memorandum, and a similar item carried by state TV earlier this week was dismissed by the It comes…
(2026-05-30). AI and Cutting-Edge Digital Solutions for Hajj Season. ummid.com The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has upgraded its technical infrastructure at Jeddah, Madinah and Taif International Airports to streamline entry procedures for arriving pilgrims during the 1447 AH Hajj season.
(2026-05-30). Sudan: Colombians Linked to Atrocities Trained in UAE Bases. juancole.com With apparent support from the The deployment adds to evidence of UAE military support for the Rapid Support Forces, which have committed widespread atrocities in Sudan. | Other countries should push for investigations, capable of leading to sanctions, into all those, including UAE officials, against whom there is credibl…
(2026-05-30). Private Water Company Leaves Thousands Dry Amid Heatwave. popularresistance.org One privately-owned water company left thousands of people in south-east England dry and thirsty this week. This comes amid one of Britain's hottest-ever May heatwaves. | South East Water, which covers much of Kent, left over 8,000 people without any tap water. The company claimed that nearby reservoirs at Whitstable were at a "critical level" due to "extremely high demand". | The company's six-figure CEO David Hinton stepped down from his position in early May over consistent failures, shortages and outages but will remain in-post | to allow an orderly transition over the summer period. | That and, presumably, t…
(2026-05-30). The Economic Experiment That Upended Reality. portside.org The Economic Experiment That Upended Reality |
(2026-05-30). Louisiana lawmakers pass congressional map favouring Republicans. aljazeera.com Louisiana approves new congressional map eliminating a majority-Black district after an April Supreme Court ruling.
(2026-05-30). Pressure Causes Temperature? It's Time to Climb Down from "Mount Stupid" wattsupwiththat.com There was a recent weeks-long exchange of emails between many climate people — professional and amateur — regarding the idea that air pressure (in combination with absorbed solar energy) is what causes temperature.
(2026-05-30). Sadr begins work on integrating Saraya al-Salam into Iraqi state. newarab.com 
The move is being closely watched in
(2026-05-30). Russia accused of drone strike in Romania, Putin hits back. newarab.com 
Two people were injured in the first drone hit on a residential building outside Ukraine since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. | Romania called the incident a "serious and irresponsible escalation" by its neighbour and ex…
(2026-05-30). IPSO to investigate 'smear campaign' against Misan Harriman. newarab.com 
The UK's Confirming this to Novara Media on Thursday, the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) said Harriman's complaints against the Telegraph, Daily Mail, Daily Express and The Times fell within its remit and that they "may raise a breach of the Editors' Code of Practice". | The c…
(2026-05-30). 'Opposite visions': What to know about Colombia's presidential election. aljazeera.com Senator Ivan Cepeda is leading two right-wing rivals in the first round of an election dominated by security concerns.
(2026-05-30). Disability Rights Are at Risk as 7 States Back Case Attacking Key Protections. truthout.org The right of disabled people to live in community rather than being warehoused in institutions is under attack in a lawsuit currently being pursued by Texas and six other states. But advocacy efforts are persuading states to pull out of the suit against the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Secretary of HHS Robert F. Kennedy Jr., called Texas v. Kennedy. |
(2026-05-30). Aligning Incentives for Malaysia's Green Economy. unitedworldint.com Forest Federalism and Carbon Finance By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer The low-carbon economy target for Malaysia comes more and more to rely on its best use of its natural assets. A country with more than half its entire land area clothed in tropical rainforest, Malaysia has a chance of astronomical benefit from nature conservation by selling …
(2026-05-30). Inside Vladimir Putin's Quest for Eternal Youth. wattsupwiththat.com Just how close are the super rich to achieving medical immortality?
(2026-05-30). Australia: Victoria's Labor government oversees police state raids against anti-war protesters. wsws.org The political logic underlying these operations is suppression of all opposition amid mounting attacks on social conditions and expanding imperialist violence.
(2026-05-30). Labor share of income hits record low as corporate profits soar. wsws.org Workers' share of US economic output has fallen to its lowest level since the government began keeping records in 1947, according to data the Commerce Department released Thursday.
(2026-05-30). Russia says Ukraine drone struck Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. scmp.com Russia's state ‚Å nuclear energy company Rosatom said on Saturday that a Ukrainian drone had struck the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Europe's largest, causing no damage to key equipment, but the Kyiv military ‚Äådenied it. | Rosatom's head Alexei Likhachev called the incident "deliberate" and said it left a hole in the wall of a turbine hall.
(2026-05-30). After third contract rejection, Nexteer workers denounce UAW-management collusion: "What are we paying the union for?" wsws.org After voting down three sellout agreements, workers at Nexteer are determined to defeat UAW-management collusion.
(2026-05-30). Wrong, BBC, No 'Climate Driven Millisecond Earth Rotation Crisis' Exists. wattsupwiththat.com Framing a millisecond-scale variation as "unprecedented" planetary destabilization represents a a textbook example of taking a measurable but trivial geophysical adjustment and inflating it into a symbolic crisis. It is a giant nothingburger. An attempt to scare people with a story that is not scary in the least.
(2026-05-30). Trump Lets Big Corporations Dodge $40 Billion in Taxes as He Jacks Up Costs for Working Class. scheerpost.com Jake Johnson for Common Dreams President Donald Trump's decision last year to withdraw the US from a global effort to rein in corporate tax-dodging has allowed major American companies to avoid at least $40 billion in income taxes, a significant win for profitable business at a time when working class families are struggling with higher costs and stagnant pay. …
(2026-05-30). Women bear the brunt of DRC's Ebola outbreak. aljazeera.com Women bear the brunt of DRC's Ebola outbreak.
(2026-05-30). EU's Kallas to visit Islamabad on June 1. tribune.com.pk 
European Union (EU) High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas will visit Pakistan on June 1 to take part in the 8th EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the EU announced on Saturday. | According to the statement issued by the bloc, Kallas – also the European Commission's vice president – will also hold meetings with President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir. | "This is the eighth round of the Strategic Dialogue between the EU and Pak…
(2026-05-30). Climate And Energy Provisions In New York's FY 2027 Budget: Making The Coming Crash Worse. wattsupwiththat.com Here is some related advice from the State of New York: if you should ever find yourself in a car hurtling toward a brick wall at 100 mph, your best strategy is to close your eyes and pretend it is not happening.
(2026-05-30). Sri Lankan court case continues over violent attack on SEP members. wsws.org The defence lawyer attempted to portray the SEP as an NGO dependent on foreign funding and suggested that the complaint was motivated by efforts to obtain overseas funds.
(2026-05-30). IBM, Red Hat collaborate in new push to Open Source software. ummid.com Tech giants IBM and Red Hat have collaborated to give fresh push to open source software in AI era.
(2026-05-30). What Can Texans Learn From Their Own Left Populist Roots? portside.org What Can Texans Learn From Their Own Left Populist Roots? |
(2026-05-30). Climate Change Weekly 581— It's Hurricane Season, and Nothing Is New. wattsupwiththat.com It's hurricane season again, and a few things about it are as certain as death and taxes. First, some named storms, tropical storms, hurricanes, and cyclones will form somewhere, sometime, in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Second, one or more of those storms will cause some degree of damage in some country or another. Third, at one point or another during the hurricane season some media outlet, mainstream or social media only, will claim one or more hurricanes were caused by or made more likely by climate change.
(2026-05-30). Trump 'in excellent health': physician. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump's doctor said he was in "excellent health" but advised him to lose weight, according to a memo released Friday after the 79-year-old underwent a routine medical check. | "President Trump remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function," said Trump's doctor, US Navy Captain Sean Barbabella. | "Preventative counseling was provided, including guidance on diet, recommendation to take a low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss." | The three-page memo provides an overview of Trump's physical ex…
(2026-05-30). Vermont becomes first state to ban weed-killing pesticide paraquat. nationofchange.org The legislation passed with broad bipartisan support in Vermont's general assembly after extensive medical research linked the pesticide to a significantly increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
(2026-05-30). When Sun aligned with Holy Kaaba during Hajj 2026. ummid.com Over 1.7 million Muslims from around the world Thursday May 28, 2026 witnessed a rare and precise astronomical phenomenon when Sun aligned with Holy Kaaba — the House of Allah, The Almighty, in the Holy City of Makkah al Mukarramah.
(2026-05-30). Trump's Loyalty to Fossil Fuel Companies Is Driving Up Inflation. truthout.org Throughout his second term, President Donald Trump has been on a relentless push to boost fossil fuels, undermine renewable energy, and end all federal regulation to address climate change. The administration claims that this push will help people in the U.S. save money. But in reality, the opposite is true: Fossil fuel dependence makes life more expensive. Thanks to the U.S. |
(2026-05-30). Senior Sri Lankan monk suspended over child sex abuse allegation. aljazeera.com Pallegama Hemarathana is accused of abusing an 11-year-old girl in a Buddhist temple in 2022.
(2026-05-30). Kerala TET (December 2025) Result Out: Link to Check. ummid.com Kerala TET December 2025 Result: The General Education Department, Government of Kerala (Pareeksha Bhavan) has declared on its official website ktet.kerala.gov.in the result of the Kerala Teacher Eligibilty Test (KTET December 2025).
(2026-05-30). SC defines 'doctrine of complete justice'. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court has held that the doctrine of "complete justice" is a broad and all-inclusive principle aimed at ensuring justice at all costs, so that fairness is not compromised or distorted based on mere technicalities. | The court stressed that justice must prevail over procedural rigidity, underscoring that it is the ultimate duty of the judiciary to correct injustice and ensure that wrong orders or actions are not allowed to persist. | An eight-page judgement authored by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar while hearing a promotion case stressed that the laws were made for man and "man is not made for the laws…
(2026-05-30). Lebanese army 'overly stretched' to fight off latest Israeli invasion. aljazeera.com Geopolitical analyst Joe Macaron says the Lebanese army is 'overly stretched' as Israeli troops expand their occupation.
(2026-05-30). Why aircraft news matters: trends reshaping aviation in 2026. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-30). The ALP and its lack of authenticity. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-30). Australian unions endorse Labor's war and austerity budget. wsws.org The unions' endorsement of Labor's budget is a clear statement that they stand ready to enforce the brutal cuts to social spending, jobs and wages demanded by the federal government and the corporate elite it represents.
(2026-05-30). CBSE 12th Re-Evaluation Portal 2026 Launch Delayed. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the launch of the 2026 CBSE 12th verification, re-evaluation and post result activities portal.
(2026-05-30). Police-state riot outside New Jersey's Delaney Hall as 300 immigrants continue hunger and labor strike. wsws.org Democratic officials have responded to the federal rampage not by opposing ICE, but by deploying state police to disperse the protests.
(2026-05-30). Indonesia's Mount Merapi volcano erupts, spewing ash into the sky. aljazeera.com Videos show Indonesia's Mount Merapi spewing a column of ash around 2 kilometres high in West Sumatra.
(2026-05-30). Cost of Renewables To Hit £40bn in 2030. wattsupwiththat.com That is equivalent to about £750 for every household in the country, of which about a third will feed through onto our energy bills.
(2026-05-30). Pakistan outspin Australia in first ODI. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan out-spun Australia by five wickets in the first one-day international in Rawalpindi with spinner Arafat Minhas becoming the first home bowler to take five wickets on ODI debut on Saturday. | Minhas finished with 5-32 as an under-strength Australia were bowled out for 200 in 44.1 overs before Pakistan chased down the target in 42.3 overs for a memorable win in their 1,000 ODI. | Babar Azam notched a 94-ball 69 while Ghazi Ghori hit an impressive 92-ball 65 as Australia's inexperienced spinners failed to match Pakistan slow bowlers on a dry spin-assisting Pindi Stadium pitch. | Azam and Ghori added 127…
(2026-05-30). When Cameras Captured First Color Photos of Makkah Grand Mosque. ummid.com Abdul Ghafur Sheikh, a Harvard University student, was first to capture the color photos of the Grand Mosque in Makkah and other Holy Sites that were published by the National Geographic Magazine in July 1953.
(2026-05-30). Russia's Bridge Awards Initiative Attracts Foreign Candidates From More Than 40 Countries. moderndiplomacy.eu Under the presidential decree, authorizing an initiative to tap the best brains and professionals from abroad to integrate into Russian society, the Agency for Strategic Development plans to hold its first Bridge Awards, which honors the contributions of foreign citizens and repatriates who have made a definitive life choice in favor of Russia. The Bridge …
(2026-05-30). Maharashtra 11th Admission 2026 Round 1 Allotment Today, Check Here. ummid.com Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2026 Round 1 Allotment: School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra is releasing on its official website mahafyjcadmissions.in today i.e. Friday May 29, 2026 Round 1 Allotment List of the students who are seeking admission in Class 11 First Year Junior College (FYJC).
(2026-05-30). Liverpool sack Arne Slot after disastrous Premier League title defence. aljazeera.com Liverpool have sacked head coach Arne Slot after a fifth-place finish in their Premier League title defence.
(2026-05-30). Siddaramaiah quits to make way for DK Shivkumar as Karnataka's new CM. ummid.com Signaling an imminent end to power-struggle in Karnataka, Siddaramaiah resigned as Chief Minister, simultaneously announcing that DK Shivkumar will be his successor.
(2026-05-30). Energy Investments Shift as Middle East Tensions Rise. moderndiplomacy.eu Countries are increasing energy spending driven by a need for electricity and diversification in response to recent energy crises, including the ongoing situation in the Middle East. A new report from the IEA shows that these crises are changing how countries view energy security, pushing them to rethink investments and explore new trade routes, as …
(2026-05-30). ICE Sued Over 'Civil Rights Catastrophe' at West Texas Concentration Camp. progressivehub.net BRETT WILKINS | COMMON DREAMS…
(2026-05-30). Union Coalition Brings 'Billionaires Tax' Proposal To Illinois. popularresistance.org Chicago – The "billionaires tax" idea, which has been gaining support in several states—including Washington state, where it's now law—has come to Illinois, courtesy Chicago-area unions. | After a morning press conference in Chicago, busloads of members of the Chicago Teachers Union, SEIU Healthcare Illinois, Cook County College Teachers Union Local 1600, SEIU Local 73, the Illinois Federation of Teachers, Warehouse Workers for Justice, and assorted progressive Chicago-area community groups descended on the state capital of Springfield.
(2026-05-30). The Architect Making America's Food System Legible. popularresistance.org Caitlin Taylor believes that a sustainable food system needs "legible" infrastructure, which is why she proposes—not entirely in jest—building slaughterhouses next to farmers' markets. | Architects and engineers usually strive to make infrastructure invisible—so functional and reliable that we forget about the countless systems that undergird modern life. We turn on a faucet without wondering where the water came from and flush toilets without thinking about waste-treatment plants. | Most people probably prefer invisible infrastructure for beef production and poultry processing, but Taylor belie…
(2026-05-30). US issues new Iran-related counter-terrorism sanctions. al-monitor.com May 29 (Reuters) – The United States issued new counter-terrorism sanctions on Friday targeting Iranian individuals and entities, among others, a notice on the Treasury Department website showed.(Reporting by Ismail Shakil and Bhargav Acharya; Editing by Daphne Psaledakis)…
(2026-05-30). New Caledonia: Paris continues to obstruct decolonisation. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-30). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-30). Inside Long Island University's AI ≤ Center. ummid.com Amid the AI boom, AI ≤ is the new buzz word that has taken internet virtual space by storm, and the reason behind it is New York based Long Island University (LIU).
(2026-05-30). Writing's on the wall for the bond market — for those who can read it. scmp.com There is a good deal more to the rapid rise in bond yields around the world, not least in Asia, than meets the eye. It suggests a recognition by financial markets that governments are spending beyond their means, tax revenues and borrowing power. | The implication is that either taxes need to rise or public spending needs to fall, or alternatively that financial markets, stock markets in particular, must shift their priorities away from glamour stocks in the tech and artificial intelligence (AI)…
(2026-05-30). Congress Is Poised to Integrate US and Israeli Militaries More Closely Than Ever. truthout.org At a time when the American public is expressing unprecedented levels of distrust in the Israeli government, Congress just proposed tying the U.S. to the Israeli military more than ever before. Buried in the House's version of the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) released on Tuesday, is section 224, entitled "United States-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative. |
(2026-05-30). KCET 2026 Result: When and Where to Check. ummid.com Karnataka UGCET 2026 Result: The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is declaring the result of the UGCET 2026, also known as KCET 2026, on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in'.
(2026-05-30). Cockroach Janata Party: Gen Z's defiant rejection of status quo. mronline.org 
The authentic rage fueling the CJP is a volatile political asset.
(2026-05-30). Students protest against New Zealand budget cuts. wsws.org Members of the IYSSE spoke with students in Wellington who opposed the increase in student fees and other attacks, and the diversion of billions of dollars to the military.
(2026-05-30). AUKUS nations to develop payloads for uncrewed undersea vehicles. geo.tv 
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles and British Defence Secretary John Healey look on as US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during an AUKUS Defence ministers' press huddle at the US Embassy in Singapore, May 30, 2026.— Reuters
(2026-05-30). Ebola shows world unprepared for next pandemic, ex-US CDC head says. scmp.com The world is not "well prepared" for the next pandemic, Tom Frieden, the former head of the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said, citing the current response to the Ebola outbreak and cuts to US public health efforts. | "This Ebola outbreak is not going to cause a pandemic, it's not going to cause a significant risk to large numbers of Americans," Frieden, the CEO of Resolve to Save Lives, said.
(2026-05-30). Algeria bars Hirak activists from July elections. newarab.com 
(2026-05-30). Pro-Palestine groups plan coordinated protests in Fiji and NZ over Israel's first Pacific embassy. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Pro-Palestine activist groups plan to simultaneously protest against the opening of the first Pacific embassy by Israel with pickets in the Fiji capital Suva and the New Zealand cities of Auckland and Wellington next week. Fijians for Palestine and the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) are planning these coordinated protests in opposition…
(2026-05-30). Ousted regional leader's loyalists and army clash in Somali city. newarab.com 
Fighters loyal to an ousted state leader in southern The fighting, in the main city of Somalia's South West State, followed the army's ouster in March of the state's president, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen. | "Armed elements entered the city with the intention of creating instability and disorder" but were repelled by…
(2026-05-30). The DNC Autopsy Is a Confession. portside.org The DNC Autopsy Is a Confession |
(2026-05-30). Iraq's Kataeb Hezbollah vows to keep arms amid US pressure. newarab.com 
The influential Iraqi armed group Kataeb Hezbollah pledged on Saturday to keep up its "jihadist action", as Following the outbreak of the Washington, in turn, bombed facilities and bases be…
(2026-05-30). Richard Glossip on Life After Decades on Death Row. theintercept.com 
For three decades, Richard Glossip lived on concrete. First at the Oklahoma County jail, after his arrest for murder in 1997, and then in the It was only when he stepped onto the carpeted courtroom at the Oklahoma County Courthouse last June that Glo…
(2026-05-30). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org 1.2 million Indian chemists and pharmaceutical distributers hold one-day national strike; Australia: Early childhood educators threaten national walkout; Australian Capital Territory public school teachers strike for better pay and conditions.
(2026-05-30). Hegseth Warns of China Threat, Urges Allies to Ramp Up Defense Spending. moderndiplomacy.eu U. S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth called on Asian allies to increase military spending to counter China's rising influence during his speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He expressed concern over China's military buildup and its potential to disrupt the regional balance of power. Hegseth emphasized the need for a robust network of allies …
(2026-05-30). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-30). PTI's Asad alleges airport blockade amid G-B poll row. tribune.com.pk 
Political temperatures ahead of the Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) elections rose further on Saturday after PTI senior leader Asad Qaiser claimed he was stopped from reaching Islamabad airport and subsequently missed his flight to Skardu for the party's campaign activity. | Qaiser accused the Punjab police of blocking his route to the airport and effectively keeping him from travelling. | "The Punjab police kept me under detention till the flight took off," he wrote on X, adding that the disruption not only caused him to miss his flight but also created inconvenience for ordinary passengers. | Denouncing the incident…
(2026-05-30). Rahul Gandhi: Don't shy away from word 'Muslim' while highlighting their issues. ummid.com In a significant policy shift, Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Senior Congress Leader, Rahul Gandhi, Saturday May 23, 2026 asked the party members to specifically use the word 'Muslim' while highlighting the issues concerning them.
(2026-05-30). Bruce Springsteen calls out Trump's 'reckless' administration. aljazeera.com At a concert in the US capital, Washington, DC, musical legend Bruce Springsteen slammed US President Donald Trump.
(2026-05-30). A parceria inabalável entre Moscou e Pequim. strategic-culture.su Notas da China sobre os eventos recentes. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A última viagem do presidente russo Vladimir Putin…
(2026-05-30). Big Corporations Dodge $40 Billion in Taxes. portside.org Big Corporations Dodge $40 Billion in Taxes |
(2026-05-30). Trump to headline Freedom 250 event after musicians pull out. scmp.com US President Donald Trump ‚Å will headline an event commemorating the ‚Å nation's 250th anniversary on the National Mall next month after several musical performers scheduled to appear in the celebration cancelled, citing concerns about its association with him | Danielle Alvarez, an adviser to Freedom 250, ‚Å told The Washington Post that "Trump will ‚Å personally kick off this historic celebration on Wednesday, June 24 in an opening ceremony celebrating America's 250th birthday".
(2026-05-30). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-30). China Expands Digital Yuan Push. moderndiplomacy.eu China's central bank is actively promoting the digital yuan (e-CNY) both domestically and internationally, aiming to establish it as a competing alternative to the US dollar in global finance. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) is implementing measures that encourage banks to increase the use of digital yuan in various sectors, including lottery draws, green …
(2026-05-30). Warmongers keep generating AI atrocity propaganda about Iran. mronline.org 
It is unsurprising that generative AI is being used to churn out atrocity propaganda to manufacture consent for imperial war projects, because these new technologies lend themselves perfectly to the task of creating realistic-looking video footage of events which never transpired.
(2026-05-30). Hajj 2026 Live: Pilgrims celebrate Eid al Adha, Sacrifice Animals. ummid.com Draped in two plain, spotless white sheets and chanting Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik (Here I am O Allah, Here I am), close to 1.8 million Muslims from all across the world have arrived in Mina, The Tent City, as the annual ritual of Haj begins Monday Dhul Hijjah 8th 1447 H, corresponding to May 25, 2026.
(2026-05-30). Truck carrying Afghan returnees from Pakistan flips on highway, killing 18. aljazeera.com At least 10 children among the dead as a packed truck carrying families returning from Pakistan flips on major highway.
(2026-05-30). Appeals Court Revives Texas Immigration Law Allowing Arrests on Suspicion. truthout.org A sweeping 2023 Texas immigration law that lets state authorities arrest and deport people suspected of having illegally crossed the U.S.-Mexico border can go into effect after a federal appeals court on Friday lifted a lower court's stoppage of certain provisions. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued an unpublished order after Attorney General Ken Paxton's office appealed the lower… |
(2026-05-30). WHO chief visits epicentre of Ebola outbreak in DR Congo. tribune.com.pk 
UN health chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called Saturday for more international help to combat the spread of the deadly Ebola virus in Democratic Republic of Congo as he arrived in the eastern province worst-hit by a severe outbreak. | The World Health Organization director general told reporters in Bunia, capital of Ituri province, that the international community was helping the DRC government cope with the outbreak. | But he added that "community ownership" was also needed – including overcoming "mistrust" and false information – and an increase in financial support from other countries. | "We are here to…
(2026-05-30). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-30). In Numbers: The 'Ironclad Brotherhood' between China and Pakistan. ecns.cn On the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif completed a visit to China. The two countries deepened strategic mutual trust, advanced the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor 2.0, and signed cooperation agreements to boost trade, agriculture, education and media cooperation.
(2026-05-30). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: All Bets Are Off. levernews.com Good things are happening! Lawmakers ban prediction markets, railroad safety gets back on track, Wall Street stays out of the neighborhood, and a state prepares to make drugs more affordable. | You Love To See It is a benefit of a Lever paid subscription. If you want to read today's newsletter, Click Here To Upgrade |
(2026-05-30). The Nexteer rebellion: The working class vs the trade union apparatus. wsws.org On Friday morning, for the third time in less than two months, 1,300 workers at the auto parts plant voted down a pro-company tentative agreement brought forward by the United Auto Workers apparatus.
(2026-05-30). Truck accident kills 20 in Afghanistan. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-05-30). The Seeds of Today's Fascist Threat Lie in Our Own Past. portside.org The Seeds of Today's Fascist Threat Lie in Our Own Past |
(2026-05-30). Paradossalmente, la paura è il fondamento della stabilità : la deterrenza funziona. strategic-culture.su La deterrenza nucleare russa è un interesse anche per l'Europa. I canali di comunicazione sono fondamentali: occorre gestirli con attenzione. | Segue nostro Il professor Sergei Karaganov ha
(2026-05-30). Asesor de Jamenei acusa a Trump de "traicionar la diplomacia" radiohc.cu Mohsen Rezaei, el asesor del líder supremo de Irán, Ali Jamenei, acusó este sábado al presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, de volver a "traicionar la diplomacia" al insistir en lo que calificó como demandas excesivas durante las negociaciones con Teherán. | En una publicación difundida en la red social X, Rezaei afirmó que Washington pretende mantener el bloqueo naval impuesto a Irán, postura que consideró incompatible con el avance de las conversaciones entre ambas partes. | "El presidente estadounidense está traicionando la diplomacia por tercera vez al insistir en la continuación del bloqueo naval y al…
(2026-05-30). Colombian elections: how pseudo-leftist President Gustavo Petro paved way for ultra-right. wsws.org That a fascistic figure like De la Espriella is running second in the polls is the direct product of four years of Petro's government.
(2026-05-30). México_Marcos:"la realidad versus lo superficial del Mundial" indybay.org El amor y el desamor según el futbol, "la realidad en México vs lo superficial del Mundial": Marcos…
(2026-05-30). Da Cesare a Napoleone III: Trump, Sorel e l'illusione del progresso. strategic-culture.su Trump incarna un cesarismo moderno che va valutato in base alla sua capacità di guidare la transizione verso la quarta rivoluzione industriale, scrive Joaquin Flores. | Segue nostro Il "cesarismo primordiale" di Donald Trump dovrebbe essere analizzato attraverso la lente della teoria critica e dei precedenti storici, al fine di impedire che le istituzioni accademiche ostili ne monopolizzino l'interpretazione. | Sfidando l' ´illusio…
(2026-05-30). Mohamed Salah heads Egypt World Cup squad. newarab.com 
The squad lineup featured few surprises, except for the inclusion of rising striker Hamza Abdel Karim. The 18-year-old is on loan from Egyptian giants Al Ahly to Barcelona Atletic, the reserve side of the La Liga champions. | Manchester…