(2025-04-13). Will Trump's Tariffs Trigger A Second Great Depression? popularresistance.org That the Trump administration's trade war will trigger a steep economic downturn in the U.S. is almost a foregone conclusion a week after the president announced sweeping new tariffs on imports. Last week, JP Morgan, the nation's largest bank, estimated that there is a 60 percent chance of an imminent recession. | That was followed by an announcement from Goldman Sachs, America's second-largest investment bank, that its economists had raised the odds of a recession to 45 percent, representing the second time in a week that it has increased its forecast.
(2025-04-13). Judge Says Trump Can Deport Mahmoud Khalil Over His Political Beliefs. popularresistance.org The Trump administration's push to deport Palestine activist and former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil is based on an accusation of "antisemitism," according to a source who saw the government's filing. | Facing a court deadline to hand over evidence justifying Khalil's, the Department of Homeland Security submitted a two-page memo from Secretary of State Marco Rubio citing the Trump administration's authority to expel noncitizens that have the potential to damage the foreign policy interests of the United States.
(2025-04-13). Iran To Propose 'Interim Nuclear Deal' In Talks With United States. popularresistance.org Iran is looking to propose an "interim nuclear agreement" in upcoming talks with the US in Oman before reaching a final comprehensive deal on its atomic energy program, according to sources cited by Axios on 11 April. | "The Iranians think reaching a complex and highly technical nuclear deal in two months is unrealistic and they want to get more time on the clock to avoid an escalation," the sources said. | Axios had reported last month that US President Donald Trump's letter to the Iranian leadership — which gave the ultimatum of either talks or a bombing campaign against Iran — included the impositi…
(2025-04-13). Juan Cole: A Majority of Americans Views Israel Negatively in Wake of Gaza Genocide. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Laura Silver at the Pew Research Center reports that 53% of Americans now have a negative view of Israel, a stark deterioration from 42% in spring 2022 before the Israeli total war on Gaza. Moreover, in just 3 years the percentage of Americans with very negative views of …
geo.tv (2025-04-14). Trump plans new duties on exempted tech as tariff strategy shifts again. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 2, 2025. — ReutersUS Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced Sunday that electronics products, including smartphones and computers recently spared from new…
(2025-04-13). Palestinian First Responders and the Unbearable Sadness of Genocide. counterpunch.org
(2025-04-13). Stop the Genocide Abroad and the Repression at Home: Call for a national direct action on April 17. mondoweiss.net 
On April 17, the one-year anniversary of the Columbia University Gaza encampment, academic workers, students, and activists are calling for a coordinated national direct action to protest the ongoing genocide and escalating repression in the U.S.
aljazeera (2025-04-13). France can and must do more than recognising Palestinian statehood. aljazeera.com The French government has the moral and legal obligation to act against the genocide in Gaza and the Israeli occupation.
Internationalist 360 ∞ (2025-04-13). No Fruit on the Fig Tree: Christianity in the Age of Genocide. libya360.wordpress.com Myriam Charabaty Beit Jala, Palestine, on April 11, 2025. (Milad Kassis) Palm Sunday reveals: In a region scarred by genocide, many have abandoned Christ's call for justice in favor of 'foreign policy'. A faith once rooted in resistance now stands on trial. It is Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025, and Christians, both Catholic and Orthodox,…
Doctors Against Genocide (2025-04-13). Sunday 4/13: Webinar: Updates from Gaza and Media Training for Doctors Against Genocide Members. indybay.org
LVPSF (2025-04-13). PGFTU Gaza Calls on US Workers to Launch General Strike to Stop Genocide. indybay.org The General Federation Of Trade Unions in Gaza has called on US workers to launch a general strike on May 1 against the genocide in Gaza and the attacks it faces. Michael Letwin who is a UAW member and founder of Labor For Palestine talks about this call and also the fight in US labor to opposed the Israeli genocide supported by the US Democrats and Republicans.
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Gaza media office: Israel has turned water into 'tool of genocide'. presstv.ir Gaza's Government Media Office says Israel has turned water into a 'tool of genocide' in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2025-04-13). Israel is About to Empty Gaza. scheerpost.com
(2025-04-13). 50 years since the Lebanese Civil War, Palestinian refugees cling to renewed hope for liberation and return. mondoweiss.net 
The same reality that compelled Palestinian refugees in Lebanon to take up arms in the 1970s persist to this day. Today, the Palestinians of the camps view the resistance movement in Gaza with renewed hope for liberation.
(2025-04-13). Israel just bombed the last operational hospital in northern Gaza — again. mondoweiss.net 
When the bombing of hospitals was still taboo in October 2023, Israel denied bombing al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City. This time, Israel claims it targeted a Hamas command-and-control center at the hospital. It has not provided any evidence.
(2025-04-13). Hamas strikes Israeli forces in Rafah as sirens sound across Israel. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Air raid sirens reverberated throughout more than 300 Israeli cities and towns, including Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, as Palestinian resistance fighters reported heavy clashes with Israeli troops in Rafah on Sunday, further escalating the conflict between Israel and Hamas.Hamas' armed branch, the Al-Qassam Brigades, said its members targeted an Israeli unit and caused casualties when they exploded a booby-trapped house in the Abu al-Rous neighborhood east of Rafah. In the meantime, a rocket assault targeting Israeli forces moving close to the Netzarim corridor in central Gaza was claimed by the Islamic Jih…
(2025-04-13). El-Sisi arrives in Qatar with Gaza ceasefire topping agenda. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrived in Doha on Sunday, launching a Gulf tour with a focus on advancing bilateral ties and reviving efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza. His visit to Qatar comes amid heightened diplomatic activity following a recent Cairo summit with French President Emmanuel Macron and Jordan's King Abdullah II, where the leaders jointly condemned Israeli aggression in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire and the lifting of the blockade.According to presidential spokesman Mohamed El-Shenawy, President Sisi is set to meet with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to d…
(2025-04-13). Ceasefire in sight? Israel proposes new terms to Hamas. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Times of Israel reports that while a team from the Palestinian organization gets ready to go to Cairo, Israel has presented a new ceasefire proposal in continuing discussions with Hamas. The most recent proposal seeks to end the impasse in negotiations on prisoner exchanges and bring an end to the fighting in Gaza for the time being.According to the source, Israel has backed down from its earlier demand that 11 hostages held in Gaza be released, instead suggesting that 8 live prisoners be released within the first two weeks of a planned 45-day ceasefire. Hamas has previously promised to release onl…
(2025-04-13). Israeli army announces full encirclement of Rafah, completes strategic "Morag Corridor" albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Israeli military verified on Saturday that Rafah in southern Gaza is completely surrounded and under control, and that the vital "Morag Corridor," which divides the southern portion of the Strip, has been completed.The army's statement claims that soldiers from the 36th Division, including the 188th Armored Brigade and the prestigious Golani Brigade, have connected and fortified the Morag road, which is a crucial strategic axis that separates Khan Younis from Rafah.The army stressed that the troops are still conducting combat operations, destroying both subterranean and above-ground facilities and…
(2025-04-13). Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque under police protection in mass morning raid. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Since early morning, hundreds of Israeli settlers have been storming the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound under the protection of Israeli police forces. The storming comes in anticipation of mass raids planned for the upcoming days, coinciding with the Jewish Passover holiday.This escalation follows calls from extremist Israeli groups urging settlers to storm the mosque in large numbers, even offering to cover travel expenses for those coming from distant areas.The move has been widely viewed as a provocation, further intensifying tensions in the occupied Palestinian territories.Meanwhile, in Gaza City, Israeli…
(2025-04-13). IDF strikes hospital building in north Gaza after ordering evacuation. haaretz.com GAZA: IDF orders Palestinians in central Gaza's Nuseirat to evacuate after rocket fired into Israel ‚ñ OMAN: White House says U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman are 'very positive and constructive' ‚ñ EGYPT: Hamas sends delegation to Cairo for hostage/cease-fire negotiations…
(2025-04-13). Gazans face growing shortages as clean water sources dwindle. newarab.com 
Hundreds of thousands of Many now have to walk, sometimes for miles, to get a small water fill after the Israeli military's bombardment and ground offensive in Gaza City's eastern Shujayea neighbourhood, in the north of the Strip, damaged the pipeline operated by state-owned Mekorot. | "Since…
(2025-04-13). Hamas expects 'real progress' in Cairo talks to end Gaza war. newarab.com 
(2025-04-13). Hamas releases video showing Israeli-American captive alive. newarab.com 
Hamas's armed wing released a video on Saturday showing an Israeli campaign group the Hostages and Missing Families Forum identified him as Edan Alexander, a soldier in an elite infantry unit on the Gaza border when he was taken captive by Hamas during their October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. | AFP was unable…
(2025-04-13). Israel bans Al-Aqsa preacher from mosque for condemning Gaza war. newarab.com 
Israeli police officers arrested and interrogated Sheikh Salim at a police station in occupied East Jerusalem after Friday prayers, witnesses told Turkish news agency Anadolu. | The Israelis hav…
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Gaza's al-Ahli Hospital targeted by Israeli missiles. aljazeera.com The last functioning hospital in northern Gaza is now out of service after the latest missile attacks.
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Week in pictures: From forced displacement in Gaza to floods in DR Congo. aljazeera.com
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Timeline: Israel's attacks on hospitals throughout its war on Gaza. aljazeera.com List of some of the severest Israeli attacks on the healthcare system in Gaza since October 23, 2023.
aljazeera (2025-04-13). At least 100,000 protesters rally for Gaza in Bangladesh's capital. aljazeera.com At least 100,000 protesters filled the streets of Dhaka, Bangladesh, in a massive rally for Gaza.
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Israeli air strike kills and injures several Palestinians in Deir el-Balah. aljazeera.com Video shows the terrifying aftermath of an Israeli air strike on central Gaza that hit a building in Deir el-Balah.
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Israeli forces put Gaza's Christian hospital out of service on Palm Sunday. aljazeera.com Israel has bombed al-Ahli Hospital, putting northern Gaza's last functioning medical facility out of service.
Gili Izikovich (2025-04-13). Hundreds of leading Israeli literary figures sign petition calling for end to Gaza war. haaretz.com 'The war causes immense harm to helpless civilians in Gaza': Signatories blamed the continuation of the war on Netanyahu's political considerations and accused him of violating 'the most basic values of Israel as a civilized society'…
Jack Khoury (2025-04-13). Medic missing since IDF attack on Gaza aid workers held by Israel, Red Crescent says. haaretz.com The Gaza-based Palestinian emergency service called on the international community to 'pressure the occupation authorities' into releasing the medic, who survived the IDF attack on 15 aid workers in Rafah last month…
Jack Khoury (2025-04-13). Israeli army says it struck Hamas command and control center in Al-Ahli Hospital. haaretz.com No casualties were reported in the strike ‚ñ Medical officials in Gaza say 7 were killed in a separate incident in Deir al-Balah…
Rawan Suleiman (2025-04-13). Hamas publishes video of U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander; a holiday of his family says. haaretz.com 'Everyone lied to me — my people, the Israeli government, the American administration': The abducted IDF soldier is the last surviving U.S. hostage in Gaza, with released hostages saying Alexander was starved, interrogated and tortured…
Staff (2025-04-13). Missile launched from Yemen triggers sirens across Israel; 35 killed in IDF strikes in Gaza. haaretz.com GAZA: IDF orders Palestinians in Gaza's Khan Yunis to evacuate after rocket fired at Israel ‚ñ OMAN: White House says U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman are 'very positive and constructive' ‚ñ EGYPT: Hamas sends delegation to Cairo for hostage/cease-fire negotiations…
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Israeli forces bomb al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza, forcing patients to flee. aljazeera.com The missile destroyed parts of the hospital, including its emergency department.
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Israel threatens to expand ground offensive deep into Gaza as it encircles Rafah. presstv.ir The regime's military warned the Palestinians to leave the area as it plans to expand its offensive across much of the Gaza Strip.
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). At least 500 children killed since Israel broke Gaza truce. presstv.ir Mahmoud Basal, the spokesman of the Palestinian Civil Defense in Gaza, says at least 500 children have been killed by Israeli attacks across Gaza since the occupying regime broke the ceasefire.
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Gaza's children paying for Netanyahu's political ambitions with blood: Hamas. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas lambastes Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu for sacrificing the lives of the Gaza Strip's children by prolonging Tel Aviv's genocidal war on the territory.
UMMID (2025-04-13). Gaza has turned into 'Killing Field': UN Chief. ummid.com Ringing alarm bell over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza once again, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres Tuesday said that the besieged Palestinian enclave has transformed into a 'Killing Field'.
(2025-04-13). US 'Tactical Terrorism Response Team' flags pro-Palestinian attorney at customs. presstv.ir Prominent Lebanese-American lawyer says he was subjected to politically motivated profiling at a US airport after being flagged by a so-called specialized unit known as the "Tactical Terrorism Response Team (TTRT)."
(2025-04-13). Canada Tory leader vows to 'deport' pro-Palestinians over 'hate'. newarab.com 
(2025-04-13). PA attacks Mustafa Barghouti for criticising UAE-Israel ties. newarab.com 
The The attack was led by the spokesperson for the Palestinian presidency, Nabil Abu Rudeineh, who emphasised that past sta…
(2025-04-13). What's next after the US court ruling to deport Mahmoud Khalil. newarab.com 
An Algerian citizen and son of Palestinian refugees, Khalil's arrest has made him a symbol of the Trump administration's draconian crackdown on criticism of Israel in American universities. | A graduate student of international affairs at Columbia University, Khalil took…
aljazeera (2025-04-13). Palestinian schoolchildren flee Israeli military raid in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Video shows Palestinian schoolchildren running in fear as Israeli military vehicles storm Al-Fawar refugee camp.
greenleft.org.au (2025-04-13). Protesters call on Labor to cut ties with Israel on Palestinian Children's Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-13). Hundreds in New York demand release of Mahmoud Khalil who faces deportation. aljazeera.com Hundreds of protesters at Times Square in New York demanded the release of Mahmoud Khalil who faces deportation.
All Out for Mahmoud Khalil (2025-04-13). Monday 4/14: San Francisco: All Out for Mahmoud Khalil. indybay.org ICE Building, 630 Sansome St, SF…
(2025-04-13). Another Easter in Greater Syria. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-13). Jeffrey Sachs: West Asia Will Know No Peace Until the US is Out. libya360.wordpress.com The War in Syria Was Entirely Created by Washington and Israel Speaking at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum during a panel titled "Syria: A Country Reconciling and Rebuilding," Sachs, who serves as president of the U.N. Sustainable Development Solutions Network, said peace would remain elusive without diplomatic solutions and an end to CIA involvement in the…
(2025-04-13). International Mine Awareness Day: Addressing the threat of explosive ordnance in Syria. icrc.org A statement from Stephan Sakalian, the Head of ICRC Delegation in Syria…
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Israel organizes controversial hiking tours for settlers in occupied Syrian territory: Report. presstv.ir The Israeli military is reportedly organizing hiking tours for Israeli settlers in the occupied Golan Heights demilitarized buffer zone, internationally recognized as Syrian territory, during the Passover holiday.
(2025-04-13). From Bad to Worse: The New Political Setting and Challenges for the Canadian Left. socialistproject.ca 
The Legitimation Crisis and Authoritarian State: | The current political conjuncture can be defined by an unfolding sense, in Canada and around the world, that neoliberal policies have failed and even capitalism itself is not working. This is driven by the weakening, dismantling, or even destruction of the things that had made the capitalist system seem 'legitimate' and 'fair' in the eyes of the working classes — rising wages, affordable housing, improving healthcare, and protecting the environment. This constitutes a growing legitimation crisis. | While the most immediate origin of this impasse…
(2025-04-13). Giving Birth to the New International Order. libya360.wordpress.com Jeffrey D. Sachs The multipolar world will be born when the geopolitical weight of Asia, Africa, and Latin America matches their rising economic weight. Writing in his cell as political prisoner in fascist Italy after World War I, the philosopher Antonio Gramsci famously declared: "The crisis consists precisely in the fact that the old is…
(2025-04-13). US Imperialism in Crisis: Opportunities and Challenges to a Global Community With a Shared Future. orinocotribune.com By Sam-Kee Cheng — Apr 10, 2025 | 1. Introduction
| The predominance of US economic, political and military power in the world was established at the end of the Second World War.
(2025-04-13). Haiti: Renewed clashes fuel a humanitarian crisis that has no end in sight. icrc.org
(2025-04-13). A new debt crisis since 2020-2022 [Part 2]. cadtm.org
(2025-04-13). US tariffs will intensify debt crisis in lower-income countries. cadtm.org
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). EU youth mental health crisis. presstv.ir The EU is facing a deepening youth mental health crisis, with 20% of young people, 14 million persons, struggling with psychological issues.
(2025-04-13). Trump tells Russia to 'get moving' on Ukraine. newarab.com 
US envoy Trump has been pressing Moscow and Kyiv to agree a ceasefire deal but has failed to extract any major concessions from the Kremlin, despite repeated negotiations between Russian and US officials. | The US leader told NBC News last month he was "pissed off" with his Russian counte…
(2025-04-13). Trump's Trade War Hits a Wall: Tech Giants Push Back. thinktank.pk In April 2025, the Trump administration announced a significant reversal: smartphones, computers, semiconductors, and other key electronics were exempted from the steep tariffs previously imposed on Chinese imports. This move, which came amidst escalating trade tensions, highlights the complex pressures influencing U.S. trade policy. The Tariff Reversal: The Trump administration's initial imposition of tariffs aimed …
(2025-04-13). Removal of US's oppressive sanctions one of Iranian nation's most basic rights: First VP. presstv.ir Iran's first vice president asserts that elimination of the oppressive sanctions imposed on the Iranian people by the United States is among the nation's most fundamental rights.
(2025-04-13). Armenia: Operational highlights for 2024. icrc.org
(2025-04-13). Highlights of the ICRC's activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2024. icrc.org Strengthening partnerships for sustainable humanitarian action…
(2025-04-13). Human Rights Watch slams WA for highest forced Aboriginal child removals. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-04-13). US rights groups sue to block Trump sanctions on ICC prosecutor. newarab.com 
Two U.S. human rights advocates represented by the American Civil Liberties Union on Friday filed a lawsuit challenging U.S. President Donald Trump's decision They argue that an executive order Trump signed in February imposing sanctions on ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan and barring U.S. citizens from providing services benefiting him unconstitutionally chills their free speech, in a lawsuit filed in federal court in Bangor, Maine…
(2025-04-13). Jewish Organizations Are Fighting Back Against Khalil Deportation. truthout.org While many are gathering this weekend to hold seders on the first nights of Passover, a number of Jewish organizations are inviting us back into the streets to take the message of liberation further. On Monday, April 14, the anti-Zionist group Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) will lead over a thousand Jews in a Passover seder directly in front of the New York City headquarters of Immigration and… |
Eloise Goldsmith (2025-04-13). Dozens of Israeli Airstrikes in Recent Weeks Killed Women and. indybay.org In some 36 strikes about which the U.N. Human Rights Office corroborated information, the fatalities recorded so far were only women and children…
(2025-04-13). Myanmar military government defends rule minutes before deadly quake hits. aljazeera.com Moments before Myanmar's deadliest quake in a century, General Zaw Min Tun defended military rule, dismissed war crimes…
(2025-04-13). Hundreds protest outside chief Israeli hostage Jerusalem home. haaretz.com 'Your mission is to stall until there's no one left to save': The protest comes after officials told CNN earlier this week that Netanyahu's decision to appoint confidant Ron Dermer to lead the Israeli team led to a 'significant difference in momentum' in hostage talks…
(2025-04-13). Arab countries condemn Israeli closure of 6 UNRWA schools. newarab.com 
(2025-04-13). New Jersey primary election 2025: What you need to know before you vote. whyy.org
(2025-04-13). Ecuador's Election Showdown: Noboa vs. Gonzalez. devdiscourse.com Ecuadoreans are set to cast their votes on Sunday in a closely contested presidential race between the sitting president, Daniel Noboa, who is campaigning on a platform of combating crime and economic revitalization, and his opponent Luisa Gonzalez, who promises a revival of socialist policies from a decade ago.
(2025-04-13). Voters Have A Clear Choice. Labor's Long Term And Equitable Tax Reform Or The Coalition's Big But One-Off Tax Cuts. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The election campaign has erupted into a economic battleground as Labor and the Coalition unveiled major new tax policies at their campaign launches. | Each policy package …
Declaration for American Democracy (2025-04-13). Tuesday 4/22: Dangers of SAVE Act: Teach-in & Take Action Against Anti-Democracy, Anti-Vote Legislation. indybay.org Virtual event – join from anywhere | RSVP: www.mobilize.us/dfadcoalition/event/7751……
Jim Swift (2025-04-13). Yes, Elon Musk's Vote-Buying Is Against the Law. indybay.org Today, voter bribery is a crime. It's illegal to pay people for their participation in an election, plain and simple. Despite this, Elon Musk has been flagrantly bribing voters, both in last year's presidential election and most recently in the high-profile election for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Adi Hashmonai (2025-04-13). Three Arab Israelis killed in separate incidents over past day. haaretz.com According to a Haaretz tally, 75 homicides have taken place in Israel's Arab community since the start of the new year…
Ido Efrati (2025-04-13). Israeli hostage ward chief says captives find until all return. haaretz.com Despite her years of experience, Dr. Michal Steinman struggles to describe the emotional intensity of caring for newly released hostages. 'It touches you on extraordinary levels, and it is a tremendous privilege to be a part of this,' she says…
Jack Khoury (2025-04-13). Egypt, Qatar working with U.S. on new cease-fire stage tied to talks on ending war, sources say. haaretz.com
Rami Shllush (2025-04-13). week in pictures by Haaretz photographers. haaretz.com
albawaba (2025-04-13). Israeli CEO arrested for sexually assaulting at least 5 children. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An Israeli CEO named Itay Levy recently made headlines after being accused of sexually assaulting at least five children under the age of four. Israeli media reported last Thursday that an investigation was launched against the CEO of Cornelius, and upon searching his electronic devices under a warrant, authorities allegedly found disturbing files, including graphic child pornography and images of abuse. Amid examining the concerning content found on his electronic devices, authorities arrested Levy. A storage device was also examined by the investigators, where they found a plethora of disturbing cont…
greenleft.org.au (2025-04-13). Protests erupt as Israel massacres more health workers. greenleft.org.au 
ICRC (2025-04-13). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC appalled by killing of PRCS medics and first responders. icrc.org
newarab (2025-04-13). Israel says intercepts drone claimed by Houthis. newarab.com 
Israel's military said Friday it had intercepted an incoming UAV while a military source in Jordan said another drone had crashed there, as "A short while ago, a UAV (drone) that was on its way to Israeli territory from the east was intercepted by the IAF (Israeli air force)," the Israeli military said in a statement, without elaborating. | Since
presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Israel waging psychological sabotage campaign against Oman talks: Report. presstv.ir The Israeli regime is waging a psychological sabotage campaign against the Oman talks between Iran and the United States through various means, a report reveals.
M. K. BHADRAKUMAR (2025-04-13). US, Iran take a leap forward in trust building. indianpunchline.com Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian (C) at an exhibition "National Day of Nuclear Technology", Tehran, April 9, 2025 With the foreplay over and US-Iranian talks commencing in Muscat on Saturday, a constructive engagement has begun in right earnestness. The sure sign of it is that Iran's currency rose nearly 6 percent on Sunday. The Tehran bazaar, … |
geo.tv (2025-04-13). Saudi Arabia, US on 'pathway' to civil nuclear agreement, says energy secretary. geo.tv 
geo.tv (2025-04-13). US Pentagon chief says military ready to ensure Iran never gets nuclear bomb. geo.tv hindustantimes (2025-04-13). Iran Goes Rogue with Inside Details From US Talks In Oman | Witkoff Caught Off Guard? Iran-US Talks. hindustantimes.com Iran and the U.S. concluded a round of direct talks in Oman's capital, Muscat, on April 12, marking a significant step in high-stakes diplomacy under Omani mediation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the discussions as "constructive" but acknowledged that reaching an agreement "will not be easy." The next round of negotiations is scheduled for April 19, with key focus areas including nuclear restrictions, de-escalation, and a prisoner swap. Watch the video for details. hindustantimes (2025-04-13). Khamenei Strikes Back, Sees 'Nervous Enemies', Signals No Compromise After US-Iran Talks in Oman. hindustantimes.com Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei broke his silence following the conclusion of the first round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman on April 12. Speaking at a public gathering, Khamenei claimed that "nervous enemies" are reacting to Iran's strength, signaling Tehran's defiance amid heightened tensions. While Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the talks as "constructive," Khamenei expressed skepticism about their outcomes, emphasizing Iran's unwillingness to compromise on key issues. The next round of negotiations is set for April 19, as both nations grapple with mounting regional and dipl… hindustantimes (2025-04-13). Trump's 'Bomb Iran' Threat Irks Moscow? Russia Sets The Record Straight After US-Iran Oman Talks. hindustantimes.com Just hours after the U.S. and Iran concluded nuclear talks in Oman, Russia issued its first response. Putin's envoy Mikhail Ulyanov called the talks "reassuring," signaling Moscow's interest in de-escalation. This comes days after the Kremlin warned Trump against threatening Iran with military force. Russia, a key Tehran ally, has now offered to help mediate future rounds. The Media Line Staff (2025-04-13). US and Iran Hail 'Constructive' Nuclear Talks in Oman, Set To Resume Next Week. themedialine.org albawaba (2025-04-13). U.S. and KSA near landmark nuclear deal ahead of Trump's visit. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The United States is preparing to sign a groundbreaking civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia within months, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced. Speaking to eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Opinion: Armed conflict with a nuclear power like Russia would be suicidal for Europe. eng.belta.by Europe understands that an armed conflict with a nuclear power like Russia would be akin to a suicide for Europeans, historian Yevgeny Spitsyn said in the latest episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Trump tells reporters Iran nuclear talks are 'going okay'. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump says nuclear negotiations with Iran are 'going okay', after delegates met in Oman. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Nuclear safety, progress hailed. ecns.cn China's advancement of nuclear technology with a strong emphasis on safety presents an opportunity to benefit more countries in the Global South. greenleft.org.au (2025-04-13). 'Desperate' Liberals urge Dutton to dump nuclear policy. greenleft.org.au newarab (2025-04-13). US in hurry for nuclear deal, Iran says after high-stakes talks. newarab.com noemail (2025-04-13). U.S. and Saudi Arabia Forge Path to Nuclear Cooperation. devdiscourse.com The United States and Saudi Arabia will sign a preliminary agreement for cooperation on developing a civil nuclear industry, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced in Riyadh. The agreement aims to pave the way for the U.S. and the kingdom to collaborate on creating a civil nuclear program. presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Iran and US hold indirect talks in Oman. presstv.ir Iran and the US open indirect nuclear talks in the Omani capital of Muscat. Rev. Graylan Scott Hagler (2025-04-13). Continue to fight, even when you are weary. mondoweiss.net Editor (2025-04-13). Houthi Official Says Yemen Will Cease Attacks on US Ships if US Stops Bombing. scheerpost.com noemail (2025-04-13). The Bus That Changed Lebanon. devdiscourse.com April 13, 1975, began as a typical day in Beirut, but it soon turned into a historic tragedy. A church inauguration was underway, and a military parade unfolded elsewhere—chaos ensued when these worlds collided violently. albawaba (2025-04-13). Egyptian court sentences mother and lover to 15 Years for murder of young daughter. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An Egyptian criminal court has sentenced a woman and her partner to 15 years in prison with hard labor after convicting them of the brutal murder of the woman's young daughter, Kenzy. The ruling comes in response to a disturbing case that drew nationwide outrage and calls for justice.The tragic incident occurred in December 2024, when the mother and her 21-year-old lover, a fruit vendor identified as Ahmed A.M., violently assaulted the child during what was described as routine childlike behavior. According to forensic findings, the mother, Riham T.M., 40, used a heated metal spoon as part of the punis… geo.tv (2025-04-13). New entry rules announced for Makkah ahead of Hajj 2025. geo.tv Mong Palatino (2025-04-13). Vanuatu prime minister criticizes post-earthquake documentary for peddling alleged 'foreign media bias'. globalvoices.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Devastating earthquake in Myanmar: ICRC responds to help people on the ground. icrc.org Providing medical supplies, access to clean water, critical supplies, and helping families keep in touch in the wake of disaster… img.piri.net (2025-04-13). Türkiye'nin Suriye'deki varlƒ±ƒüƒ± ƒ∞srail iàßin kâbus. img.piri.net aljazeera (2025-04-13). Lebanese Civil War began 50 years ago. Here's how one photographer saw it. aljazeera.com Award-winning photojournalist Claude Salhani documented his country's war for nine years, until he had to turn away. newarab (2025-04-13). Lebanon adopts draft banking law: minister. newarab.com newarab (2025-04-13). Most Hezbollah military sites in Lebanon under army control. newarab.com Debt Justice (2025-04-13). Debt data portal of debt justice. cadtm.org Maxime Perriot (2025-04-13). How do creditors respond to defaults? [Part 3]. cadtm.org Michael Roberts (2025-04-13). Trump's tariffs some facts and consequences (from various sources). cadtm.org Patrick Bond (2025-04-13). Trump tariffs seen from contradictory angles. cadtm.org Taniya Silvapulle (2025-04-13). Made in Sri Lanka, Taxed in America, and Failed by the IMF. cadtm.org Yorgos Mitralias (2025-04-13). Trumpism as the Nazism of our time! cadtm.org tvbrics (2025-04-13). Hanoi aims for 100% electric and green energy buses by 2030. tvbrics.com tvbrics (2025-04-13). India synthesises nanoparticles to treat cancer. tvbrics.com aljazeera (2025-04-13). India deploys troops after deadly protests over Muslim endowment bill. aljazeera.com West Bengal leader Mamata Banerjee appeals for calm, saying Waqf Amendment Act will not be 'applicable' in state. aljazeera (2025-04-13). 'Fight oligarchy': Thousands attend Sanders, AOC rally in Los Angeles. aljazeera.com US senator joined by AOC, who slams Trump's 'corrupt and disastrous tariff scheme' as ploy to enrich corporate cronies. aljazeera (2025-04-13). China says US tariff exemptions 'small step in correcting wrong practice'. aljazeera.com Beijing calls on Washington to 'completely cancel' its reciprocal tariffs amid an escalating trade war. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Convalescing Pope Francis greets Palm Sunday crowds in person. aljazeera.com The head of the Catholic Church has appeared publicly for the second time since being discharged from hospital. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Gabon military leader Brice Oligui Nguema wins presidential election. aljazeera.com aljazeera (2025-04-13). Over three million children died in 2022 due to drug resistance: Study. aljazeera.com The deaths are linked to antimicrobial resistance infections due to overuse or misuse of some medications. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Polls open in Ecuador for tight presidential run-off election. aljazeera.com Second presidential run-off in less than two years in the South American country blighted by drugs-related violence. aljazeera (2025-04-13). What's behind Trump's U-turn on tariffs? aljazeera.com Donald Trump has backed down on his tariff plan that threatened to upend the global trading system. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Namibia's first female president: From freedom fighter to reformer? aljazeera.com President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on rising to power as Namibia's first woman leader and whether real change is possible. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Fighting Alcaraz claims maiden Monte Carlo title before French Open. aljazeera.com Spanish star comes back from set down to beat Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 as he gears up to defend his title at Roland Garros,… aljazeera (2025-04-13). Liverpool beat West Ham to move within six points of Premier League title. aljazeera.com Virgil van Dijk scores late to send Liverpool 13 points clear and to the verge of clinching their 20th league title. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Record-breaking teenager Gout smashes 20-second barrier in 200m win. aljazeera.com The 17-year-old Australian of South Sudanese heritage bags the national 200m title two days after winning the 100m race. aljazeera (2025-04-13). The Zimbabwean singer who found fame in China — and obscurity at home. aljazeera.com Jo Stak used to sing in Mandarin and get stopped by fans on the streets of Shanghai. That changed when he came home. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Kilmar Abrego Garcia 'alive, secure' in El Salvador: Trump administration. aljazeera.com Trump administration tells court Kilmar Abrego Garcia is confined in a notorious prison but keeps mum on his return. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Ennis downs Stanionis to unify boxing's IBF, WBA welterweight belts. aljazeera.com American Ennis is crowned the best fighter in the division after stopping Lithuania's Stanionis after six rounds. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Golf: Rory McIlroy leads the Masters; closes in on career Grand Slam. aljazeera.com McIlroy sets up a final round showdown with DeChambea as the Northern Irishman seeks an elusive first Green Jacket. aljazeera (2025-04-13). Volkanovski beats Lopes; reclaims UFC featherweight title in front of Trump. aljazeera.com The Australian beat his Brazilian opponent by unanimous decision to reclaim his title on UFC 314 fight night in Miami. The Independent (2025-04-13). PHOTOS: How Uganda qualified for World Under -17 World Cup. independent.co.ug Staff (2025-04-13). Pancarta de abril. cubadebate.cu A este nuevo aniversario de la batalla de Girón. Si no corres ahora mismo y te sientas y escribes/ si no sacas de entre pecho y espalda esa frase que ahora te ronda/ si no asaltas en este instante el castillo la choza de la memoria/ si no garrapateas un título/ si no te sacas ahora mismo/ aquel asombro irrepetible | aquella angustia deslumbrante/ aquel sonido impostergable/ escribiéndolo. ecns.cn (2025-04-12). China-Laos railway marks second anniversary. ecns.cn April 13 marks the second anniversary of China-Laos Railway's launch of international passenger trains. | A series of activities were organized on the trains and at related railway stations on Saturday to celebrate the second anniversary. ecns.cn (2025-04-12). Chinese star divers Chen and Quan claim gold and silver at 2025 Diving World Cup in Windsor. ecns.cn China's Olympic champions Chen Yuxi and Quan Hongchan claimed the gold and silver medals respectively in the women's individual 10m platform final at Diving World Cup 2025 in Windsor, Canada on Sunday. ecns.cn (2025-04-12). China's retail giants step up to support exporters hit by U.S. tariffs. ecns.cn China's leading retail giants are taking proactive measures to help struggling foreign trade enterprises shift to the domestic market. Responding quickly to government calls, these retail leaders, including JD.com and FreshHippo have launched initiatives to ease the transition for exporters facing declining overseas demand. geo.tv (2025-04-13). Trump spares smartphones and laptops in surprise China tariff U-turn. geo.tv hindustantimes (2025-04-13). China's Sudden Tariff Blitz To Catch Trump Off-Guard? Beijing Delivers 2nd Punch in Just Two Days. hindustantimes.com China has retaliated against U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff hikes by raising duties on American goods from 84% to 125%, escalating the ongoing trade war between the world's two largest economies. Beijing urged Washington to "return to the right path of mutual respect" and cancel its "reciprocal tariffs," which now total 145% on Chinese imports. The tit-for-tat measures have disrupted global supply chains, with American tech giants and farmers facing significant losses. Watch the video for more details. United World International (2025-04-13). China's Gaming Industry Must Now Level Up in Policy, Culture, and Global Strategy. unitedworldint.com The next level is what these games will say. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer China's gaming sector has finally come of age. From a one-time fractured universe of PC cafés and pirated software to a globally competitive industry home to corporate titans Tencent and NetEase, China's digital gaming revolution is at the same time eye-opening and … Bereket Alemayehu (2025-04-13). Seoul Celebrates 106th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Korean Provisional Government in Exile. pressenza.com eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). True statecraft. interview to blogger Mario Nawfal continues to draw attention in West and East alike. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko gave an interview to U.S. blogger Mario Nawfal in February 2025, but up to this day the Belarusian leader's statements continue to be analyzed abroad, including amid the worsening trade relations between the USA and China, as well as the situation in Ukraine. Saleem Samad (2025-04-13). India: Defending Chinese Threat From Bangladesh's Soil. pressenza.com Soon after Professor Muhammad Yunus frankly announced that Bangladesh is the guardian of the ocean—the Bay of Bengal—the bigwigs, military hawks, politicians, and 'Godi Media' in India lashed out at Bangladesh for such a statement, which has been deemed a security threat to the most prominent neighbor of South Asian nations. | Conspiracy theories across the border may sound interesting, but equally disgusting. It is frustrating when scores of Indian so-called defense experts and former military hawks speak and write with confidence that China will establish an airbase (not a military base) in northern… noemail (2025-04-13). India Emerges as Key Player Amid US-China Toy Tariffs. devdiscourse.com The escalating tariff conflict between the US and China presents the Indian toy industry with a strategic opportunity. With the US slapping a hefty 145% tariff on Chinese toy imports, India is positioning itself as a vital exporter to fill this emerging void. noemail (2025-04-13). Strengthening Ties: China and Indonesia's Strategic Partnership. devdiscourse.com Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed the significance of China's strategic partnership with Indonesia in conversation with President Prabowo Subianto, as reported by Xinhua News Agency. This engagement takes on greater importance as both leaders commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between their nations. albawaba (2025-04-13). China launches secret satellite into orbit. albawaba.com ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Fossil fuels sector adapts to evolving energy landscape. ecns.cn China's oil and gas sector is pro-actively adapting to a changing energy landscape, balancing stringent carbon emissions targets with the crucial need for energy security, according to industry experts. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). 10 big things about China you should not miss (April 6-April 12). ecns.cn China does not want to fight trade and tariff wars, but will not flinch when a trade and tariff war comes, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian told a press briefing on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose more tariffs on imported Chinese products. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Chinese Standards Propel Indonesia's Development with 'China Speed' : Indonesian students in China. ecns.cn ecns.cn (2025-04-13). China urges U.S. to end 'maximum pressure' as White House expresses optimism on trade deal. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump is "optimistic" about striking a trade deal with China, the White House said on Friday, as China responded to the United States' "reciprocal tariffs" by increasing its additional tariffs on U.S. goods from 84 percent to 125 percent. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Xi: No winner in a tariff war. ecns.cn There are no winners in a tariff war and China is not afraid of unreasonable suppression, President Xi Jinping said on Friday, calling on the European Union to work with China to jointly resist unilateral bullying. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). India and China urged to jointly help global economic order. ecns.cn The international community must not allow the United States to act recklessly and should work together to resist all regressive and perverse actions in the world. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Additional duties on U.S. goods raised to 125%. ecns.cn China has responded to United States' "reciprocal tariffs" by raising its additional tariffs on U.S. goods from 84 percent to 125 percent, effective Saturday… ecns.cn (2025-04-13). People urged to prepare for sandstorms. ecns.cn China's top forestry and grassland authority said on Friday that it will promptly issue warnings and take emergency measures in response to the sandstorms that are forecast to be more frequent and powerful this month. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Two Chinese sites joinlist of UNESCO geoparks. ecns.cn China has maintained its lead of having the largest number of Global Geoparks in the world, with an additional two sites being listed as Global Geoparks by UNESCO. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). (W.E. Talk) China's countermeasures against U.S. tariffs lawful, justified and proportionateÔºö scholar. ecns.cn The U.S. government has tried to bully China through raise "reciprocal tariffs" on Chinese exports, while China has responded to it with prompt countermeasures. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Indonesian Students: China-Indonesia infrastructure cooperation helps accelerate Indonesia's Modernization. ecns.cn marketing (2025-04-13). Power Drives Global Affairs Today, Not Rules What Africa's Strategies Should Be. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A new world order is emerging. The United States is no longer the sole force shaping global events; countries like China, Russia, India and the Gulf states are growing in … Mike Walter (2025-04-13). Full Frame: The Bronze Legacy. america.cgtn.com UMMID (2025-04-13). 'Barbarian must not…': China says will never bow to tariff blackmail. ummid.com In a strongest response to Donald Trump's pressure tactics, China Friday April 11, 2025 called the U.S. President 'barbarian' and said Beijing will never bow to tariff blackmail and trade war threats. Ed Rampell (2025-04-13). To Honor Women's History Month, Let Us Now Praise Famous Female Antiwar Activists. counterpunch.org A a (2025-04-13). Il padrone in visita ai suoi sudditi. strategic-culture.su noemail (2025-04-13). Ukraine Repels Drone Attack: 43 of 55 Intercepted. devdiscourse.com Ukraine's air defense system successfully intercepted 43 of the 55 drones launched by Russia in an attack targeting northern, southern, and central regions of the country. The air force announced this on Sunday morning. ecns.cn (2025-04-12). Comicomment: How U.S. 'reciprocal tariffs' are self-defeating. ecns.cn ecns.cn (2025-04-12). Governor of Shanxi under probe. ecns.cn Jin Xiangjun, the governor of Shanxi province, is under investigation for suspected "serious violations of Party disciplines and national laws," the country's top anti-corruption watchdog announced on Saturday. ecns.cn (2025-04-12). Xi, Indonesian President Prabowo exchange congratulations over 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday exchanged congratulations with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto over the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. ecns.cn (2025-04-12). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Dong Ethnic Grand Song from Liping County captivates the world. ecns.cn As Ne Zha 2 dazzles global audiences, the soundtrack accompanying the "Baolian in Full Bloom" scene is mesmerizing. The music comes from the Grand Song of the Dong ethnic group in Liping County, Guizhou Province, titled "Hometown of the Dong Grand Song." ecns.cn (2025-04-13). AI wave reshaping nation's job market landscape. ecns.cn AI is reshaping the domestic employment landscape over the spring recruitment season while also incubating more new job opportunities. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). State visits to enhance mutual understanding. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping will start on Monday his first overseas trip this year with state visits to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia, to promote friendly cooperation and enhance mutual understanding and trust with neighboring countries. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Chinese, Spanish leaders pledge to enhance ties, safeguard free trade. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez met in Beijing on Friday, pledging to build stronger ties and calling for safeguarding the international trade order. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Beijing on high alert for strong winds. ecns.cn As Beijing issued its first orange wind warning in nearly a decade, frontline workers and municipal departments are in a race against time to fortify the metropolis. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Universities in Asia now a hot choice. ecns.cn A growing number of Chinese students are choosing Asian universities over traditional destinations in Europe and North America as their destinations for overseas study, signaling a shift in international education trends. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Xiaomi Auto responds to Zhanjiang accident: car fire caused by electric two-wheeler battery squeeze after collision. ecns.cn A fire following the accident was caused by the severe squeezing and deformation of the electric two-wheeler's lithium battery. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). Innovate city branding to elevate tourism excellence — WTCF Hong Kong Fragrant Hills Summit 2025 to kick off. ecns.cn Set to take place in Hong Kong from April 14 to 17Ôºå the WTCF Hong Kong Fragrant Hills Tourism Summit 2025 promises an exciting gathering. ecns.cn (2025-04-13). (W.E. Talk) Fmr. World Bank VP: "Reciprocal Tariffs" undermine multilateralism and could revive the destructive pattern in the 1930s. ecns.cn ICRC (2025-04-13). Humanitarian Report 2025: the situation in Colombia reached its most critical point in eight years in 2024. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-free world. icrc.org Joint statement by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden National Red Cross Societies… ICRC (2025-04-13). Afghanistan: Communities still endangered by mines and unexploded ordnance. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). The constant danger of explosive hazards. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Empress Sh≈çken Fund announces grants in 2025 to support Red Cross and Red Crescent projects in 17 countries. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Ethiopia: Raising awareness about weapon contamination among schoolchildren in Oromia. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Frequently asked questions on the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or 'Ottawa Treaty'. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation – Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April 2025. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Helping civilians cross frontlines and borders. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). A Week in Ukraine. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Landmines and explosive remnants cast a long shadow over Iraq amid recovery efforts. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Myanmar: ICRC calls for courageous decisions to bring respite to suffering communities. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Senior police officials from 63 countries meet in Colombia to strengthen the implementation of international standards in police operations. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Somalia: Frontline hospitals under pressure as fighting escalates. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). Sudan: "We have nothing to go back to" — new report sheds light on two years of devastation in Sudan. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). The ICRC's Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2024. icrc.org ICRC (2025-04-13). The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons. icrc.org noreply (2025-04-13). Yes, It Is Time … smoothiex12.blogspot.com to start talking about American generals. They simply lie, all the time–is this a combination of malice, corruption, cowardice and ignorance. Likely, and this is a diagnosis. It is especially potent when it comes from US officers of courage, honor and integrity like Larry Johnson and Daniel Davis. I also address American generals' delusions about war and peace in my today's video. Brenda Norrell (2025-04-13). Leonard Film Receives Standing Ovations, Begins Free Rez Tour. indybay.org The new 'Free Leonard Peltier' film is receiving standing ovations and global awards, and now begins its new Rez Tour in the Dakotas with free screenings. After premiering at Sundance Film Festival, the film received high awards in Greece, and has an upcoming screening in Warsaw, Poland. Co-director Jesse Short Bull, Lakota from the Badlands on Pine Ridge, dug deep and reveals the secrets of a hidden uranium mining deal on Pine Ridge. The archival footage is a rich history of the movement and includes the Trail of Broken Treaties. latintimes (2025-04-13). 'He Was a Very Sick Man': Migrant Dies of Untreated HIV in 'Deadly' Arizona ICE Facility, Report Reveals. latintimes.com The man allegedly died after being detained in an ICE facility for months without treatment, raising alarms about systematic medical neglect amid expansion plans. latintimes (2025-04-13). 6,300 Latino Immigrants Listed as 'Dead' by Trump Administration in Bid to Prompt Self-Deportation. latintimes.com The Trump administration added over 6,300 names of living, mostly Latino immigrants to the Social Security Administration's "Death Master File" on Thursday. hindustantimes (2025-04-13). Mega Prison Ready? As Trump Plots to Kick Out 1 Mn Immigrants, El Salvador's President Lands in US. hindustantimes.com El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele arrived in the U.S. on April 12 to meet with President Donald Trump, with discussions expected to center on mass deportations and security collaboration. The Trump administration has set an ambitious target of deporting one million undocumented immigrants within a year, with many expected to be housed in El Salvador's mega-prison, CECOT. Trump praised Bukele for accepting custody of deported individuals, including alleged gang members, calling them "barbarians." Watch the video for details. Staff (2025-04-13). Venezuela: 35 Migrants Rescued From Guantánamo Repatriated, None Belongs to Tren de Aragua. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In a statement issued on Saturday, April 12, Venezuelan authorities announced that after comprehensive background checks, the possibility of any association of the repatriates with the defunct Tren de Aragua (TdA) criminal gang has been ruled out. | These 35 individuals were among the 191 individuals—16 women and 175 men—wh… hindustantimes (2025-04-13). Full Speech: Bernie Sanders Gets Angry At Elon Musk, Says 'You're Damn…' | AOC | Trump | LA | California. hindustantimes.com US Senator Bernie Sanders on April 12 addressed a rally in Los Angeles, California. Sanders railed against US billionaires present at US President Donald Trump's inauguration in January. He singled out Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk, who is heading Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Watch the full video for more. A A (2025-04-13). La vittoria russa si chiama Odessa. strategic-culture.su Naeem Mughal (2025-04-13). Lavrov Alarms Europe: NATO Preparing for Major War. thinktank.pk In recent years, tensions between Russia and the Euro-Atlantic community have escalated, raising concerns about the possibility of a broader conflict. Statements from Russian officials, military build-ups, and strategic initiatives by NATO and the European Union (EU) suggest a complex and evolving security landscape. Russia's Perspective: A New Front Near Europe Russian Foreign Minister Sergey … Staff (2025-04-13). Ofensiva cubana aplasta 17-10 a los Cougars y Las Tunas discutirá la Liga de Campeones de América. cubadebate.cu Los Leñadores de Las Tunas hicieron historia al clasificar a la gran final de la II Liga de Campeones, tras derrotar 17-10 a los Kane County Cougars de la Asociación Americana, liga independiente de los Estados Unidos, en partido celebrado en el Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú. Este triunfo les permitió cobrar revancha por su única derrota previa en el campeonato. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). U.S. nuke-powered submarine makes port call in S. Korea. xinhuanet.com hindustantimes (2025-04-13). Full Speech: AOC Admits She's Frustrated About… | Bernie Sanders | LA | Trump | Elon Musk | US | Democrat. hindustantimes.com Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, aka AOC, addressed a rally in Los Angeles on April 12 with Bernie Sanders. Addressing the gathering, AOC said, "Hate is a trap that sticks us all, and standing together without exception to reject division — that is the only way we can win. It's the only way we can win. So I hope you see that this movement is not about partisan labels or purity tests, but it's about class solidarity. It is about the thousands of you who came out here today to stand together and say, 'Our lives deserve dignity and our work deserves respect, no matter who we are.'" Amy Maxmen (2025-04-13). Trump's Mass Deportations May Be Hampering Efforts to Avert Bird Flu Pandemic. truthout.org Aggressive deportation tactics have terrorized farmworkers at the center of the nation's bird flu strategy, public health workers say. Dairy and poultry workers have accounted for most cases of the bird flu in the U.S. — and preventing and detecting cases among them is key to averting a pandemic. But public health specialists say they're struggling to reach farmworkers because many are… | The Sirius Report (2025-04-13). Trump admin's SHOCKING plans for US hegemony 2.0 deeply alarm markets and investors. thesiriusreport.com NEWS DESK (2025-04-13). Fact Check: "Europe Should Be Built Around Ukraine" thinktank.pk Claim: Ukraine's Prime Minister Denis Shmyhal claimed that Ukraine is the "central point around which the new geometry of Europe is being built," and the Russian TV article presents this as propaganda to suggest Ukraine is overreaching in its importance to the European Union. Verdict: Misleading Framing and Strategic PropagandaThe Russian TV article distorts the … Kester Kenn Klomegah (2025-04-13). Alpha-Dialogue Building Bridges between Russian and African media. pressenza.com Empowering senior African media executives, raising their orientation towards geopolitical developments and learning more innovative skills of disseminating information to the public audience are the main components of the first short-term training programme planned in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It also aims at creating a broad platform for consolidating interaction between Russian and African media outlets, and most importantly, for forging new connections. | The orientation programme titled, "Russia — Africa: The Way of Friendship and Cooperation" — for senior editors in the state and private media organi… eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). What to expect from Union State Days at Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk. eng.belta.by The Days of the Union State of Belarus and Russia at the 34th edition of | the International Arts Festival Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk will | feature a musical, a gala concert and a street festival dedicated to | Cossack culture, Director General of the Vitebsk Culture Center and… albawaba (2025-04-13). Black Sea Security and Regional Cooperation: The Strategic Importance of the Abkhazian Transport Corridor. albawaba.com Dr. Gil Feiler – The Black Sea region represents one of the most strategically significant yet contentious areas in contemporary international relations. As a crucial junction between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, this semi-enclosed sea has historically served as both a bridge and a barrier between civilizations, empires, and modern nation-states. Today, the region continues to function as a vital crossroads where the interests of major powers converge and often collide, presenting both significant challenges and opportunities for regional security and cooperation.Bordered by six littoral states—Russia… albawaba (2025-04-13). 20 Ukrainians killed or injured in Russian missile attack on Sumy during Palm Sunday. albawaba.com UMMID (2025-04-13). Developed: Batteries that operate at -50 ∞C and below. ummid.com A team of Russian scientists and researchers has developed batteries capable of operating under extreme weather conditions at temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees Celsius and below. Editor (2025-04-13). Collapsing Empire: The Delusion of US Air Power. scheerpost.com Editor (2025-04-13). Is Trump Serious About Ending the Ukraine War? scheerpost.com Jag Mohan Thaken (2025-04-13). India: Why Do The Dalits Still Face Caste Stigma? pressenza.com The persistence of caste stigma against Dalits in India is a complex issue rooted in historical, social, economic, and political factors established through a very long journey. It was categorized by the upper caste strata, by some selfish groups to give themselves a rise and higher status with the ill intention to suppress the innocent people categorized as the Shudras by the so-called self-proclaimed custodians of the religion. | The caste system was weaved by these cunning groups in ancient Indian society, grouping these innocent people in the self-created untouchable category, keeping them at the bottom and t… noreply (2025-04-13). Yalta 2.0 … smoothiex12.blogspot.com noreply (2025-04-13). One Of the Most Powerful Photos … smoothiex12.blogspot.com from the Great Patriotic War. A Soviet soldier returns to a devastation of a bare land. Everything he owns is in his sacks, his son doesn't have shoes. In 16 years, Soviet people will conquer space. What matters in all this is that it was true … Those who never saw Sevastopol or Stalingrad in 1944, t… greenleft.org.au (2025-04-13). A socialist response to the Trump trade war. greenleft.org.au noemail (2025-04-13). Tragedy Strikes: Boy Succumbs to Rabies, Sparks Health Outcry. devdiscourse.com A three-year-old boy named Anshu has tragically died after contracting rabies, 45 days subsequent to being bitten by a rabid dog, local officials confirmed on Sunday. presstv.ir (2025-04-13). US military launches new strikes on Yemen's capital, other provinces. presstv.ir US fighter jets have carried out a series of new air attacks against Yemen, targeting multiple sites across the country, including the capital, Sana'a, and the western province of Hudaydah. Brandon Tensley (2025-04-13). Black Americans Fight to Stop Federal Agencies' Quiet Deletion of Their History. truthout.org Alan Spears remembers visiting Gettysburg National Military Park with his parents in the 1970s. They wanted something educational, free, and fun to do with their only son, and the park was an obvious choice, given Spears' interests — his favorite television show as a child was The Rat Patrol, about soldiers during World War II. It was there, at the Pennsylvania park, a roughly 1½-hour drive… | Katerina Canyon (2025-04-13). Why Does "National Security" Always Mean More War, Not More Health Care? truthout.org On March 17, 2025, DefenseScoop reported that Congress approved $141 billion for Pentagon research and development — an amount larger than the budgets of most federal agencies, and close to the size of the seven next largest military budgets around the world. Yet, as usual, there was little debate. Instead, military leaders and lawmakers lamented that the figure was $7 billion less than last year… | The Lever (2025-04-13). Wall Street Nightmare At 30,000 Feet. levernews.com NEO (2025-04-13). Police Minister to visit Mpumalanga drug labs following arrests. sanews.gov.za Police Minister to visit Mpumalanga drug labs following arrests | Police Minster Senzo Mchunu is this afternoon expected to visit two drug laboratories and a warehouse which were discovered and shut down by the Hawks in Mpumalanga this week, said the Ministry of Police. | In a statement, the Ministry said the Minister will be accompanied by the National Commissioner of Police, General Fannie Masemola, together with the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation National Head, (Dr./Adv) Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya. | The discovery was made in Standerton. | "Equipment and substances with an estimated value… NEO (2025-04-13). President conveys warm wishes for Chag Pesach Sameach. sanews.gov.za President conveys warm wishes for Chag Pesach Sameach | President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished South Africa's Jewish community a happy Chag Pesach Sameach. | "I wish Jewish South Africans a happy and meaningful Passover, with the feast of seder uniting family and friends. | "This celebration is a widely respected tradition in our nation where we are blessed with a diversity of faith and culture that reflects our common humanity," the President said in his message on Sunday. | He added that "occasions such as these inspire us to keep striving for a country and a world free of division, intolerance, conflict and ineq… nosihle (2025-04-13). Small business urged to apply for tourism opportunities. sanews.gov.za Small business urged to apply for tourism opportunities | Small businesses have been encouraged to apply for opportunities provided by the Department of Tourism. | "The Department of Tourism is dedicated to creating an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient tourism economy. We have a variety of programmes with the specific aim of promoting tourism, alleviating poverty and creating jobs," Tourism Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu said. | Addressing a stakeholder engagement at the Fezile Dabi District Municipality in the Free State, the Deputy Minister said small businesses face challenges that threaten their survival a… nosihle (2025-04-13). Eskom maintenance plan continues. sanews.gov.za Eskom maintenance plan continues | While load shedding remains suspended due to a stable power system, Eskom says ongoing planned maintenance continues at high levels, with unplanned outages showing a year-on-year reduction of approximately 2.9%. | "Emergency reserves are adequate and being used strategically to meet peak demand, while ongoing planned maintenance continues at 14.85% of generation capacity, marking a 3.8% increase compared to the same period last year," Eskom said on Friday. | The high level of planned maintenance aims to enhance fleet reliability for the anticipated increased peak winter demand w… nosihle (2025-04-13). Minister Lamola participates in Delphi Economic Forum. sanews.gov.za Minister Lamola participates in Delphi Economic Forum | International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola has addressed the prestigious Delphi Economic Forum where he underscored South Africa's commitment to multilateral diplomacy. | The Minister addressed the prestigious forum in Greece where he outlined South Africa's priorities as the incumbent Group of Twenty (G20) Presidency, championing Africa's role in shaping a more equitable and sustainable global future. | "The Delphi Economic Forum, a global nexus for economic and geopolitical discourse, offers a strategic platform to amplify South Africa' nosihle (2025-04-13). Government reiterates commitment to water security. sanews.gov.za Government reiterates commitment to water security | The Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo, has reaffirmed government's commitment to ensuring water security for all South Africans through innovative partnerships and transformative solutions. | "Water is the lifeblood of our nation's development. By combining government's resources with the innovation and expertise of the private sector, particularly through organisations like the Black Business Council in the Built Environment (BBCBE) that champion transformation, we can overcome our water challenges and build a resilient future for all Sout… nosihle (2025-04-13). Smallholder Farmer Programme empowers 100 farmers. sanews.gov.za Smallholder Farmer Programme empowers 100 farmers | One hundred smallholder farmers in KwaZulu-Natal have received training in herb and spice cultivation enabling them to become suppliers for Unilever's supplier localisation programme, said the Department of Agriculture (DOA). | This is a result of the Jozini Smallholder Farmer Programme by the DOA, Unilever South Africa and the KwaZulu-Natal provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD). The Programme is aimed at promoting sustainability, improving livelihoods, and empowering smallholder farmers in the Jozini region. | The 100 farmers partici… nosihle (2025-04-13). President engages South African Council of Churches. sanews.gov.za President engages South African Council of Churches | President Cyril Ramaphosa has hosted the first engagement between government and the leadership of the church since the start of the Seventh Administration. | The President hosted the leadership of the South African Council of Churches (SACC) at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Friday under the banner of the Government of National Unity. | The meeting presented an opportunity for the SACC to introduce its new and recently elected leadership. | "We welcome the opportunity to be introduced to the new leadership of the SACC and to discuss matters that concern t… nosihle (2025-04-13). Consumer Commission and PSETA partnership set to enhance skills development. sanews.gov.za Consumer Commission and PSETA partnership set to enhance skills development | The National Consumer Commission (NCC) and the Public Service Sector Education and Training Authority (PSETA) have entered into a strategic partnership to collaborate on skills development and research on emerging issues. | This was done through a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). | "As part of the MoU, PSETA can place its graduates at the NCC, significantly contributing to the NCC's work. In turn, through its internship programme, which these graduates will join, the NCC will help ensure that the programme aligns with the sk… latintimes (2025-04-13). Photos Show Harrowing Scene at Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion Set Ablaze by Suspected Arsonist. latintimes.com Early Sunday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were evacuated from the Governor's Residence after an arsonist set fire to the historic mansion. latintimes (2025-04-13). Single Biggest Chinese Export Will Be Exempt From Trump Tariffs, Quietly Released US Customs Message Reveals. latintimes.com The Trump administration has quietly added an exception to its massive tariffs on Chinese goods: smartphones, the country's number one export to the U.S. latintimes (2025-04-13). Clandestine Burial Site Found Near Santa Muerte Altar in Tijuana After Authorities Halted Previous Searches. latintimes.com As the investigation unfolds, the search group accuses authorities of manipulating the case to mislead the public… latintimes (2025-04-13). WATCH: Bernie Sanders Makes Surprise Appearance at Coachella, Crowd Boos Trump: 'I Agree'. latintimes.com Bernie Sanders surprised Coachella this weekend, delivering a brief speech to a crowd roaring with applause for Sanders and boos for President Donald Trump. latintimes (2025-04-13). Authorities in Southern Mexico Arrest Alleged Leader of Local Gang With Ties To Sinaloa Cartel. latintimes.com Current state Attorney Genera lorge Luis Llaven Abarca revealed that Joaquín "El Chorizo" Flores Hernández was the leader of the local gang known as Karma… latintimes (2025-04-13). RFK Jr. Is Giving Families 'False Hope' By Claiming He'll Figure Out Cause of Autism by September, Former FDA Vaccine Head Warns. latintimes.com Dr. Peter Marks criticized RFK Jr. for giving what he called "false hope" to families by claiming that the cause of autism will be identified by September. latintimes (2025-04-13). Trump 'Looking Forward' to Meeting Bukele on Monday, Says They Are 'Working Together' to 'Eradicate Terrorist Organizations'. latintimes.com President Donald Trump announced he is set to meet with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, praising their ongoing partnership in combating organized crime. latintimes (2025-04-13). Trump Says Standing Ovation He Received at Florida UFC Fight Means He's Doing 'A Good Job' as Tariff Scrutiny Intensifies. latintimes.com Trump claimed the raucous standing ovation he received at UFC 314 is proof that his administration is "doing a good job," despite backlash over his new tariffs. latintimes (2025-04-13). Joe Rogan Slammed For Claiming Resurrection of Disability Slur Is 'One of the Greatest Cultural Victories'. latintimes.com Joe Rogan declared that the re-emergence of the disability slur "retard" is "one of the greatest cultural victories" on his podcast Thursday. latintimes (2025-04-13). Trump Can Continue Firing Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Staff, Appeals Court Rules. latintimes.com The Trump administration won a partial victory this week in its ongoing quest to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). latintimes (2025-04-13). Trump's Immigration Policies Accused of Further Complicating Bird Flu Epidemic: 'People Are Very Scared To Go Out'. latintimes.com As the Trump administration ramps up deportation efforts, farmworkers across the country are opting to stay home in fears of being taken into custody. latintimes (2025-04-13). Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Responds to Actress Fran Drescher's Desire to Meet Her: "I Don't Let It Get To My Head'. latintimes.com The actress, known for playing the title role in the CBS sitcom The Nanny,' expressed interest in meeting the Mexican president during a visit to the Mexican ambassador. SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-13). 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Police Report In Hand False Charges Unlikely Defeat of Drulis-Freiman Lawfare Smear Malicious Reckless Attempt to Bring Legal Harm. fightbackbetter.com Associated Press (2025-04-13). Police: Someone set fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro's residence; no one was injured. whyy.org Police say they evacuated No one was injured. | The fire broke out overnight on the first night of the Jewish holiday of Passover, which Shapiro and his family had celebrated at the governor's official residence in the state capital of Harrisburg. State Police said in a statement that, while the investigation was ongoing, they were "prepared to say at this time that this was an act of arson." | Police gave no other details about the cause. | In a state… David Swanson (2025-04-13). World BEYOND War Supports Affiliates in Their Peace-Building Efforts in Cameroon. worldbeyondwar.org geo.tv (2025-04-13). UK FM backs closer EU ties, warns US tariffs will hit hard. geo.tv geo.tv (2025-04-13). Three killed, over 100 arrested in protests against India's Muslim land bill. geo.tv Guest Blogger (2025-04-13). White House to Scrap Federal Climate Research Office as Part Of 'Woke Ideology' Cleanse. wattsupwiththat.com President Donald Trump's administration is gearing up to effectively cut the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric (NOAA) Research by ending its primary research office, according to multiple reports. Guest Blogger (2025-04-13). Why Has the Daily Sceptic Been Put on Tortoise Media's Climate Naughty List? wattsupwiththat.com And that's why the Hot Air project, which will inform nobody of anything, which will change not one single mind, and which stands as a failure of "strategic communication", is nonetheless worth commenting on. It is a very useful demonstration of how they think. (If thinking is what they do.)… Guest Blogger (2025-04-13). Only Four Electric Car Manufacturers Worldwide Are Making A Profit! wattsupwiththat.com Germany's Blackout News here reports that only 4 electric car manufacturers world wide are managing to make a profit, three of which are Chinese: BYD, Li Auto and Seres. And all the rest "are struggling to survive." Sophia Schmidt (2025-04-13). Ticketing of parked cars on Philly street sweeping routes starts again Monday. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! If you park your car in one of Philadelphia's 14 street sweeping zones, you'd better start checking the signs. | The Philadelphia Parking Authority plans to begin enforcing no-parking rules along street sweeping routes starting April 14, the Department of Sanitation announced Friday. | Philly's mechanical street sweeping program runs from April through October, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3… WHYY (2025-04-13). 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Hamas Releases New Video of Hostage Soldier Edan Alexander, 551 Days in Captivity. themedialine.org albawaba (2025-04-13). 10 most anticipated Apple products to be released in 2025. albawaba.com albawaba (2025-04-13). Egyptian footballer Ibrahim Shika dies after battling cancer. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Former Egyptian football player for Zamalek, Ibrahim Shika, tragically passed away on Saturday after battling cancer. Shika's death was announced by his sister Batool on Instagram. The football player first sparked concern after posting a series of images on Instagram looking thin and tired next to his loved ones. In one of… Anna Lodeserto (2025-04-13). International Day of Action Against the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum in Brussels. pressenza.com EcoWaste Coalition (2025-04-13). EcoWaste Coalition Exhorts the Faithful to Give Planet Earth a Rest from Trash and Pollution. pressenza.com eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Christians celebrate Palm Sunday. eng.belta.by eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Belarus' FM arrives in Ethiopia on official visit. eng.belta.by Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maksim Ryzhenkov has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on an official visit. eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Lukashenko: Air defence forces are reliable shield for the Fatherland. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko congratulated servicemen and veterans of the Air Defense Forces on their professional holiday – the Day of the Air Defense Forces. eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Lukashenko wishes Happy Passover to Jews of Belarus. eng.belta.by The head of state emphasized that the Jewish community in Belarus carefully preserves the traditions of their ancestors, fosters moral values, and promotes interfaith dialogue. eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Around 8,500 visitors attend international tourism fair Otdykh 2025. eng.belta.by The international spring tourism fair-exhibition Otdykh [Leisure] 2025 attracted nearly 8,500 visitors, which was 1,000 more than last year, Director of the National Tourism Agency of Belarus Dmitry Morozov said during a press conference. eng.belta.by (2025-04-13). Belarus' forestries restore over 13,500ha of forests since winter. eng.belta.by Over 10,200 hectares of forests have been restored through tree planting, more than 3,300 hectares – through sowing. The plan of spring forestry works is already 70% complete. It is planned to restore more than 20,500 hectares of forests this spring. Nepali Times (2025-04-13). Kathmandu, liquid landscape: Hiti Pranali water heritage. globalvoices.org Staff (2025-04-13). News X World: Witkoff Putin Talks US envoy meets Putin. gilbertdoctorow.com This five-minute interview yesterday morning is interesting for the opportunity I was given to explain why the visit on Friday of Donald Trump's personal emissary Steve Witkoff to Petersburg for a meeting with President Putin was likely taken on short notice. It was less for purposes of continuing talks on ending the Ukraine war that … Zita Zage (2025-04-13). This Ghanaian author is challenging traditional norms and advocating for childrens' voices. globalvoices.org Bheria (2025-04-13). The Judeo-Hindu Civilization: A History of Mutual Affinity? muslimskeptic.com A few months ago, social media was abuzz with endless heated discussions surrounding the H1B visa issue—specifically, the prospect of large numbers of Indian tech workers (primarily Hindus) being shipped into the United States. Critics argued that this move was in stark conflict with Trump's big promises to curb immigration. Some had even suggested that … marketing (2025-04-13). Trump Questions U.S. Participation In Upcoming G20 Meeting In South Africa. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) | Nazrin Abdul | Read more | U.S. President Donald Trump has cast doubt on whether the | American delegation will attend the upcoming G20 summit in South | Africa, Azernews reports. marketing (2025-04-13). Struggling Phd Mums: The Need For A Supportive Environment For Mental Wellbeing. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | PhD students have to deal with intense academic pressure and high costs. But the supports they receive is not equal to the challenges they face, putting many at risk … noemail (2025-04-13). Fatal Plane Crash in Upstate NY: Investigation Underway. devdiscourse.com A twin-engine Mitsubishi MU-2B aircraft with two passengers onboard tragically crashed in a muddy field in upstate New York over the weekend, as confirmed by local authorities. noemail (2025-04-13). Macrotech Developers Surpasses Land Acquisition Targets Amid Real Estate Boom. devdiscourse.com In a significant move reflecting the robust momentum in the real estate sector, Macrotech Developers, which operates under the Lodha brand, has exceeded its land acquisition targets for the fiscal year 2024-25. The firm has secured 10 land parcels valued at nearly Rs 24,000 crore, outstripping its guidance of Rs 21,000 crore. noemail (2025-04-13). India's Potential Gains Amid Global Tariff Tensions. devdiscourse.com Amidst the ongoing global tariff disputes, India is poised to emerge as a beneficiary in the long term, according to Santosh Iyer, the Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India. noemail (2025-04-13). Trump Takes Center Stage at UFC 314: A Night of Cheers and Chants. devdiscourse.com Amidst the electrifying atmosphere at UFC 314 in Miami, President Donald Trump made a grand entrance, greeted by a roaring crowd. 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Smallholder Farmer Programme empowers100 farmers. sanews.gov.za Smallholder Farmer Programme empowers100 farmers | One hundred smallholder farmers in KwaZulu-Natal have received training in herb and spice cultivation enabling them to become suppliers for Unilever's supplier localisation programme, said the Department of Agriculture (DOA). | This is a result of the Jozini Smallholder Farmer Programme by the DOA, Unilever South Africa and the KwaZulu-Natal provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD). The Programme is aimed at promoting sustainability, improving livelihoods, and empowering smallholder farmers in the Jozini region. | The 100 farmers particip… AJAY (2025-04-13). Saturday 5/3: Flourishing Future for the Bay Area: An Unconference. indybay.org laney college… albawaba (2025-04-13). All you need to know about Al Fardan Group chairman who passed away at 94. albawaba.com albawaba (2025-04-13). 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Whitehaven Coal protested as EPA looks to convict. greenleft.org.au Indivisible Palo Alto (2025-04-13). Tuesday 4/15: Palo Alto: Tax Trump! Banner Drop Protest. indybay.org meet at 3600 W Bayshore Rd | Palo Alto, CA 94303… Indivisible Santa Cruz County (2025-04-13). Saturday 4/19: Santa Cruz: Hands Off! Protest for Democracy & Earth Day – Courage is Contagious. indybay.org Sidewalk intersection of Water Street and Ocean Street | Santa Cruz, CA… James Tracy (2025-04-13). A Southern Panther: A Book Reading with Malik Rahim. indybay.org Book talk with Malik Rahim of Common Ground/New Orleans Black Panther Party… Labor Video Project (2025-04-13). SF West Side Residents Fed Up With D4 Supervisor Joe Engardio As His New Park Opens Up. indybay.org Lynda Carson (2025-04-13). Musk's X hijacks the Social Security Administration communications? indybay.org In Recent Days The SSA Claims That They Backtracked On Ending SSA Phone Service For Its Over 70 Million SSA Recipients and Customers. However The SSA Also Claims That The SSA Tightened Security So Much (Reportedly In A False Exaggerated Pretense To Fight Fraud), That 70,000 People Or More May Not Get Results Or Service Through The SSA Phone Service! This Is Apparently Known As Kafkaesque Double-Speak. Michael Harris (2025-04-13). California Juneteenth currently is not aligned with our newest Title 5 Federal Holiday. indybay.org On June 19, 2025, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth Celebrations on Port Galveston Island, Texas. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our collective journey towards the end the US Civil War. Today, our Title 5 Federal Holiday is not official throughout California. The assignment to go city by city and county by county remains… Multiple grassroots groups (2025-04-13). Tuesday 4/15: Tax (The Oligarchs) Day! 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Labor And Coalition Support For New Home Buyers Welcome But Other Australians Also Struggling With Housing Affordability. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | There is no denying housing reform is urgently needed in Australia to make housing more affordable and accessible to everyday Australians. | Both major parties have now … newarab (2025-04-13). Man charged with Trump assassination threat, Justice Dept says. newarab.com newarab (2025-04-13). Sudan: Over 100 feared killed after RSF attacks famine-hit camps. newarab.com newarab (2025-04-13). US-based Al-Hurra channel goes off air amid Trump funding cuts. newarab.com noemail (2025-04-13). Challenges in the India-US Zero-for-Zero Tariff Strategy. devdiscourse.com India and the United States are in the process of negotiating a bilateral trade agreement, aiming to double their trade volume to USD 500 billion by 2030. However, sources indicate that a 'zero-for-zero' tariff strategy is unlikely due to differing economic development levels of the two nations. noemail (2025-04-13). Yogi Adityanath Praises Guru Gobind Singh, Criticizes Aurangzeb. devdiscourse.com Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sharply criticized Mughal ruler Aurangzeb, labeling him as a "cruel" leader who imposed heavy burdens on Hindus while praising Guru Gobind Singh for his resolute defense of the faith. noemail (2025-04-13). Arrest Warrants Issued in Bangladesh: Notable Figures in Corruption Scandal. devdiscourse.com In a significant development, a Bangladeshi court has issued arrest warrants against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her sister Sheikh Rehana, and other prominent figures in connection with alleged illegal land acquisitions. This move follows a series of charges filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) concerning the misuse of political power. noemail (2025-04-13). Tragic Murder in Yamuna Nagar: A Case of Old Enmity. devdiscourse.com A 35-year-old man was killed in Yamuna Nagar's Karchana area due to an old feud, with an attempt made to burn his body, according to authorities on Sunday. noemail (2025-04-13). Rakesh Tikait Calls for Farmers' Assembly Over Land Acquisition Issues. devdiscourse.com Bhartiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait announced a significant farmers' meeting scheduled in Prayagraj on May 8 to discuss concerns regarding land acquisition irregularities. noemail (2025-04-13). Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong Urges Unity Amid Global Uncertainties. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has urged Singaporeans to cherish their multi-racial society amid global uncertainties. Speaking at a Hari Raya event, Wong underscored the importance of unity, even as varied backgrounds shape perspectives. noemail (2025-04-13). Modi's Haryana Visit to Usher in New Era of Development. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi's anticipated visit to Haryana on April 14 is expected to catalyze a wave of development in the state. This visit coincides with the birth anniversary of Bhim Rao Ambedkar, underscoring Modi's commitment to modernizing infrastructure. noemail (2025-04-13). Sevilla FC Parts Ways with Head Coach Amid Struggling Season. devdiscourse.com In a decisive move, Sevilla FC announced the dismissal of their head coach, Javier Garcia Pimienta, on Sunday. The decision follows a string of underwhelming performances, the latest being a narrow 1-0 loss to Valencia last Friday. The defeat was their fourth consecutive loss in LaLiga. Staff (2025-04-13). Modo Avión: Redes que atrapan. cubadebate.cu Hola hola gente, esta semana ha estado bastante tranquila comparada con las anteriores. øSerá que están todos muy concentrados en sus celulares que la gente olvidó interactuar con otros? Lo digo porque oficialmente casi el 64% de la población mundial tiene alguna cuenta en redes sociales, y más que sociales las llamaría: redes que atrapan. Staff (2025-04-13). Alcantarillado en La Habana: Un viejo problema por solucionar (+Fotos, Audio y Video). cubadebate.cu La situación del alcantarillado en La Habana se ha agravado en los últimos años. Basta ver que, cuando caen escasos milímetros de agua en cualquier municipio de la capital, sus calles se desbordan. Es así, un ciclo que, como el agua no para y pasa por múltiples aristas. Pero mejor, iremos por pasos, porque al igual que el alcantarillado, todo forma parte de un sistema. Al recorrer parte de las principales calles de La Habana, el paisaje se repite una y otra vez. Staff (2025-04-13). La Tira de los Lectores: El día internacional del beso. cubadebate.cu Hace unos días la convocamos, y hoy regresa La Tira de los Lectores, para homenajear el amor por nuestros familiares y amigos, en ocasión del Día Internacional del Beso, que se celebra este 13 de abril. Staff (2025-04-13). Parque Carlitos Aguirre. cubadebate.cu Carlitos Aguirre Sánchez es una de esas personas a las que toca una muerte que no es la suya. Como se lee en el pedestal de la estatua que se le erigió en el parque que lleva su nombre, fue "tempranamente arrancado de la vida cuando era ejemplo a la juventud y la mente vigorosa y fuerte eran presagios de indescriptible grandeza". Staff (2025-04-13). Del 21 al 25 de abril, edición 65 del Premio Literario Casa de las Américas. cubadebate.cu Como ha sido habitual en los años más recientes en la Casa de las Américas, abril cierra su curso con el evento más antiguo de la institución y es que, este año, se celebrará la edición 65 del Premio Literario, que coincide en edad con el Fondo Editorial de la Casa. Del 21 al 25 de abril, sesionarán presentaciones, visitas, conferencias y exposiciones. Staff (2025-04-13). La Habana acoge el XXX Encuentro Internacional de Academias de Ballet con participación de 12 países. cubadebate.cu Este sábado 11 de abril, el emblemático Paseo del Prado de La Habana fue el escenario del desfile inaugural del XXX Encuentro Internacional de Academias para la Enseñanza del Ballet. El evento, que se extenderá hasta el 20 de abril, reúne a más de 300 participantes procedentes de una docena de países, convirtiendo a la capital cubana en el epicentro mundial de la danza clásica durante estos días. Staff (2025-04-13). øQué pasó con los mensajes y los memes de WhatsApp? cubadebate.cu Este sábado, millones de usuarios a nivel mundial experimentaron una caída masiva de WhatsApp, la popular plataforma de mensajería instantánea de Meta. øQué pasó con los mensajes y los memes? Durante la falla global, las personas no podían enviar mensajes, compartir archivos multimedia y enviar enlaces, lo que desató una ola de preocupación. Staff (2025-04-13). Qué trae la prensa cubana, domingo 13 de abril de 2025. cubadebate.cu xinhuanet (2025-04-13). MPs say Brexit referendum led to public mistrust in government. xinhuanet.com Actions by the British government during the European Union referendum led to public mistrust, a committee of MPs said Wednesday in a parliamentary report. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). Cambodia arrests Laotian man with 5 kg of illicit drugs. xinhuanet.com Cambodian police arrested a Laotian man on Saturday for allegedly smuggling nearly 5 kilos of crystal methamphetamine from Laos into Cambodia, an anti-drug police officer said. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). Egypt-U.S. joint drill Bright Star simulates real battles. xinhuanet.com Conditions similar to real battles were created in the Egyptian-U.S. joint drill "Bright Star 2017," which are being conducted at Egypt's Mohamed Naguib Military Base and will last until Sept. 20, local media reported on Monday. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). UN roots for enhanced data collection to fix food security crises in Africa. xinhuanet.com The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will avail financial resources and technical expertise to help African countries collect data on agriculture that is key to addressing food security crises in the continent, an official said on Monday. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). Spotlight: What's behind abrupt U.S. withdrawal from UNESCO?>. xinhuanet.com The world has long been used to U.S. President Donald Trump taking a stance against multilateralism. Still, the sudden U.S. announcement Thursday to retreat from UNESCO — the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization — raised eyebrows worldwide. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). S.Korean court extends detention of ex-president Park over corruption charges. xinhuanet.com xinhuanet (2025-04-13). Spotlight: U.S. decision to withdraw from UNESCO triggers calls for multilateralism. xinhuanet.com The U.S. decision to withdraw from UNESCO, the UN cultural agency, has triggered worldwide calls for supporting multilateralism amid world challenges. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). Typhoon Lan lashes central Japan, killing 2 and disrupting transport systems. xinhuanet.com Two people were killed and transportation systems and businesses severely disrupted as Typhoon Lan lashed central Japan's Pacific coast after making landfall early Monday. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). Speaker of Hungarian Parliament addresses in Budapest. xinhuanet.com Laszlo Kover (1st L), Speaker of the Hungarian Parliament, speaks at a conference of the parliament speakers of the Western Balkans in Budapest, Hungary on Oct. 27, 2017. xinhuanet (2025-04-13). U.S. failure to appoint Australian ambassador "diplomatic insult" : former deputy PM. xinhuanet.com Former Australian Deputy Prime Minister Tim Fischer has accused the U.S. of hitting Australia with a "diplomatic insult." img.piri.net (2025-04-13). Facebook ve Instagram ƒ∞srail'in emrinde: Türkiye'de 600 bin mesajƒ± sansàºrlediler. img.piri.net Filistinlilere yà∂nelik 18 aydƒ±r vah≈üi bir soykƒ±rƒ±m i≈üleyen i≈ügal devleti ƒ∞srail, ABD merkezli sosyal medya ≈üirketi Meta ile kurduƒüu i≈ü birliƒüi sayesinde bu soykƒ±rƒ±ma kar≈üƒ± à߃±karƒ±lan sesleri kƒ±smaya àßalƒ±≈üƒ±yor. ABD dƒ±≈ü politikasƒ± ve Ortadoƒüu'ya ili≈ükin geli≈ümeleri akt… presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Iran, US conclude negotiations in Oman, agree to continue next week. presstv.ir Iran and the United States agree to continue their indirect talks next week. presstv.ir (2025-04-13). Any statement by Trump on Oman talks likely to contradict US delegation's views: Source. presstv.ir The remarks will be aimed at shaping public opinion and influencing the course of the talks, said the source. presstv.ir (2025-04-13). 'Constructive, promising': Araghchi says Iran, US closer to establishing 'basis of talks'. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says Iran and the US got very close to the basis of negotiations during the first round of indirect talks in Oman. _____ (2025-04-13). Jailed Tunisian commentator Sonia Dahmani faces 10-year -sentence after charges elevated to felony. CPJ Staff _____ (2025-04-13). Venezuelan authorities arrest 2 journalists in connection with crime report. CPJ Staff _____ (2025-04-13). Zambian journalist attacked, facing criminal charges after covering ruling party supporters. CPJ Staff _____ (2025-04-13). CPJ, partners call on Ecuador's presidential candidates to commit to press freedom. CPJ Staff _____ (2025-04-13). Journalists kidnapped, threatened with lynching as chaos worsens in Haiti. CPJ Staff _____ (2025-04-13). Amid tensions, Moldova's Transnistria seeks to further limit journalist access. CPJ Staff _____ (2025-04-13). Guatemalan journalist Nelton Rivera targeted by smear, threat campaign. CPJ Staff UMMID (2025-04-13). Samsung, Stanford Medicine join hands to advance sleep apnea detection. ummid.com Samsung Electronics and Stanford University Tuesday April 07, 2025 jointly announced a research project with Stanford Medicine to initiate an innovative health solution based on Samsung's obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) feature. UMMID (2025-04-13). GUJCET 2025 Result: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) is releasing GUJCET 2025 Result on its official website gujcet.gseb.org. UMMID (2025-04-13). Indians flock to join UAE Chambers of Commerce. ummid.com Indian investors and business owners topped the list of foreign nationalities joining the UAE chambers of commerce, the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FCCI) said Wednesday April 09, 2025. UMMID (2025-04-13). Malnutrition related diabetes designated as 'Type 5 Diabetes'. ummid.com The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) based on a research at Albert Einstein College of Medicine Tuesday April 08, 2025 officially designated Malnutrition related diabetes as Type 5 Diabetes. UMMID (2025-04-13). 'Micromoon': April 2025 Full Moon will be smallest. ummid.com April 12, 2025 again brings a unique, if not rare, celestial even when the Full Moon will be the smallest of the year hence named 'Micromoon'. UMMID (2025-04-13). The Many Uses of Aurangzeb. ummid.com Aurangzeb, the last powerful Mughal King of India, is destined to evoke strong reactions in Indians of all political inclinations and for all kinds of reasons, it seems. UMMID (2025-04-13). Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2025: Why Attend? ummid.com Less than a week is left before the second edition of the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum or UZF 2025 kickstarts in Madinah al Munawwarah on April 14, and the Prophet's City is abuzz with hectic activities for the special event. UMMID (2025-04-13). Adobe rolls-out AI agents for Photoshop, Premiere Pro. ummid.com Software major Adobe has rolled out AI agents for Photoshop and Premiere Pro, aimed at simplifying the editing process by suggesting and executing context-aware edits. UMMID (2025-04-13). After 'Nations Want to Kiss My Ass' Claim, Trump Pauses Tariffs. ummid.com A day after taking international diplomacy to its lowest level, U.S. President Donald Trump has put on hold for 90 days the tariffs he announced on different countries. UMMID (2025-04-13). KEAM 2025 Admit Card: Steps and Link to Download. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is releasing on its official website cee.kerala.ni today i.e. Thursday April 10, 2025 the Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of candidates who have registered for KEAM 2025 Entrance Examination of Engineering and Pharmacy. UMMID (2025-04-13). Samsung Ballie is now powered by Google Cloud's Gemini. ummid.com Samsung Electronics and Google Cloud Wednesday April 09, 2025 announced an expanded partnership to bring Google Cloud's generative AI technology Gemini to Ballie, a new home AI companion robot from Samsung. UMMID (2025-04-13). Trump Tarriffs: Pot Calling The Kettle Black. ummid.com The perpetrator of injustices claiming instead to be the victim then gives a loud call to others to make up for this by agreeing to not just paying much higher tariffs, decided and imposed in highly arbitrary ways, with no room left for questioning calculations and fairness. UMMID (2025-04-13). Waqf Act 2025 has put Indian Secularism to test. ummid.com The Waqf Amendment Act 2025 has questioned the word 'Secularism' enshrined in the preamble of the Constitution. UMMID (2025-04-13). AISSEE 2025 Answer Key: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is preparing to publish the Answer Key and scanned images of OMR Answer Sheets of the candidates who appeared in the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2025 (AISSEE 2025). UMMID (2025-04-13). Apple transported 1.5 mn iPhones from India to U.S. in March. ummid.com Smartphone major Apple transported 600 tons or 1.5 million iPhones in 5 aero planes from India to the United States in March to beat Donald Trump's tariffs. UMMID (2025-04-13). Malegaon sizzles at 43.2 degrees. ummid.com The maximum temperature in Malegaon Thursday April 10, 2025 reached 43.2 degrees leaving the Textile City reeling under intense heat wave. UMMID (2025-04-13). 'Mr. Mohammad! Are you a Muslim': The most ludicrous part of Waqf Act. ummid.com The most ludicrous part of the Waqf Act is that it asks Mr. Mohammad to prove that he is a Muslim. UMMID (2025-04-13). Saudi national 1st non-US Physician to win Weinberger Prize. ummid.com Dr. Mahmoud Aljurf created history becoming the first non-U.S. Physician to win the Steven E. Weinberger Award for Physician Executives/Leaders by the American College of Physicians (ACP), the largest medical specialty organization in the US. UMMID (2025-04-13). Assam HSLC 2025 Toppers: Amishi Saikia bags 1st rank, Saptarswa Bordoloi 2nd. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has declared the result of HSLC/AHM Class 10th Examination 2025 on its official website sebaonline.org today i.e. Friday April 11, 2025 along with the list of toppers. UMMID (2025-04-13). AP Inter 1st, 2nd Result 2025 – Direct Link to Check. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) is declaring today i.e. Saturday April 12, 2025 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for AP Intermediate 1st and 2nd year 2025 examinations. UMMID (2025-04-13). AP IPE 2025 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2025 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in. UMMID (2025-04-13). JEE Main 2025 Session 2 Answer Key Out, Result Soon. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released on the JEE Main official website jeemain.nta.nic.in the Answer Key, Question Paper and Response Sheet (OMR Sheet) of the students who appeared in the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 and set to declare their results soon. SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-12). Video: 5 million Bangladeshis march to demand an end to Israel's genocide in Gaza. skwawkbox.org Huge demo demands an end to Israel's criminality and impunity Five million people flooded the streets of Dhaka, Bangladesh today to demand an immediate end to Israel's genocide of hundreds of thousands of Palestinian civilians, mostly women and children, in Gaza: UK, US and other governments are collaborating in Israel's criminality, but most of the … SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-12). Breaking: Israel bombs Gaza's Al Ahli Baptist hospital twice in one evening. skwawkbox.org SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-12). Israel extends theft of Gaza to two-thirds and almost two-thirds is 'designated kill zone'. skwawkbox.org Editor (2025-04-12). Michigan Lawyer Detained at Detroit Airport, Phone Seized; He Represents Pro-Palestine Protester. scheerpost.com Strike Debt Bay Area (2025-04-12). Saturday 5/10: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: "The New Possible: Visions of Our World Beyond Crisis" indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome! Dan Bacher (2025-04-12). Fridays for Future Rallies at Capitol in Support of Make Polluters Pay Superfund Bill. indybay.org Over 100 high school students and their allies rallied at the State Capitol in Sacramento on April 11 to demand that their legislators vote for the Make Polluters Pay Superfund Bill. SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-12). Video: daughter of Israeli minister says parents filmed her rape, asks police to protect her from them. skwawkbox.org 'Criminal figures' have threatened to publish film of rape, says alleged victim Shoshana Strook, the daughter of far-right Israeli settlements minister Orit Strook who has accused both of her parents and one of her brothers of raping her as a child, has published a video alleging that they filmed her rape for use as child … Cecilia Paz (2025-04-12). No, Marco Rubio, Cuban doctors are not victims of 'forced labor'. liberationnews.org latintimes (2025-04-12). Stephen Miller Claims Biden Admin 'Trafficked 500,000 Children' Into the US And 'Helped Them Disappear'. latintimes.com Stephen Miller has accused the Biden administration of trafficking 500,000 migrant children into the U.S. latintimes (2025-04-12). Trump Sends Military to US/Mexico Border to Ramp Up Migrant Detentions and Border Wall Construction. latintimes.com President Trump has deployed the U.S. military to federal lands along the southern border to block migrant crossings and build barriers. noreply (2025-04-12). When You ARE … smoothiex12.blogspot.com a rock star)) Antalya, Turkey and people try to get to see and hear Sergei Lavrov. Russia's "isolation" is complete)) Editor (2025-04-12). Bernie Sanders and AOC Speak in Los Angeles. scheerpost.com Editor (2025-04-12). With Yemen Attack, US Continues Long History of Deliberately Bombing Hospitals. scheerpost.com Editor (2025-04-12). Kentucky Unions Stand Up to Halt Deportation of Two Hundred Workers. scheerpost.com noreply (2025-04-12). Totally Agree With Larry … smoothiex12.blogspot.com Inci Sayki (2025-04-12). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: A Toxic Two-Step Falls Flat. levernews.com Good things are happening! Johnson & Johnson can't get away with its dirty dance, New York schools stay true to their principles, Chevron is billed for damaged wetlands, and an award-winning newsroom that exposed a state's dirty dealings wins in court.Two Left Feet: A federal judge rejected Johnson & Johnson's third attempt to use a controversial legal maneuver to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other products were tainted with toxic asbestos and caused cancer. The settlement would have delivered a $9 billion binding payout to over 90,000 plaintiffs with ovarian and other… latintimes (2025-04-12). Musk Slammed for Trolling Media With 'Top Secret' Note at Cabinet Meeting: 'It's All a Big Game With Elon'. latintimes.com Elon Musk is under fire for displaying a "top secret" note at a Trump Cabinet meeting, fueling criticism that he's not taking his government role seriously. latintimes (2025-04-12). Panamanian Politicians Accuse US of Launching a 'Camouflaged Invasion' as Trump Deploys Troops to 'Secure' Canal. latintimes.com Panama's opposition leaders are accusing the U.S. of a "camouflaged invasion" after Trump deployed troops to former military bases near the Panama Canal. latintimes (2025-04-12). Trump's FEMA Rejects North Carolina Hurricane Recovery Fund Request: 'They Need FEMA'. latintimes.com Trump's FEMA has denied North Carolina's request for more time to process hurricane recovery funds, leaving storm victims scrambling and state leaders urging federal reconsideration. latintimes (2025-04-12). Trump DOJ Doesn't Know Location or Well-being of Maryland Man Mistakenly Deported to El Salvador: 'Extremely Troubling'. latintimes.com latintimes (2025-04-12). Mexican President Says Mexico Will Make 'Immediate' Water Payments as Trump Threatens With Sanctions. latintimes.com Despite her comments, Claudia Sheinbaum did not specify the amount nor the date the water would flow up north… latintimes (2025-04-12). Why 'Warfare' Has No Score—and What Michael Gandolfini, Kit Connor and Will Poulter Say About That Choice – INTERVIEW. latintimes.com Interview with the main actors of the new Alex Garland movie about how it will change the genre of war films. latintimes (2025-04-12). Trump Admin Considering Tougher Sanctions in Cuba as Officials Claim 'Historic Opportunity' To Dismantle Castro Regime. latintimes.com The Trump administration is planning to ramp up sanctions on Cuba as part of a maximum-security pressure campaign to incite a regime-change, new report reveals. latintimes (2025-04-12). For Many International Music Acts, Touring the U.S. No Longer Feels Safe: 'We Weren't Confident With Crossing the Border'. latintimes.com "You take an already difficult touring atmosphere, add now a layer of political fear," said an industry expert. "There's a risk of artists looking to other markets instead of the U.S." #TeslaTakedown (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: San Jose: Takedown on 250th Anniversary of American Revolution. indybay.org Sidewalk intersection of Winchester Blvd. and Stevens Creek Blvd | San Jose, CA | Peace protest. No threats or violence will be tolerated. 50501 Sacramento (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Sacramento Protest: March for Democracy – Trust over Tyranny Now! indybay.org Southside Park | 2115 6th St | Sacramento, CA 95818… 50501 San Jose (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: San Jose: No Kings! Protest for Democracy on 250th Anniversary of American Revolution. indybay.org St. James Park | 180 N. First St. | San Jose, CA 95113 | This is a peaceful protest. | We do not condone violence or hate speech of any kind. Indivisible Portola Valley (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Redwood City: Pro-Democracy Protest – Freedom Will Ring if We Support It. indybay.org Sidewalk intersection of El Camino Real and Jefferson Avenue | Redwood City, CA 94062… Indivisible Sonoma County (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Santa Rosa Protest: Step Up, Stand Up, Show Up! A Revolution for All – Not Just the Few! indybay.org Meet at Julliard Park | 227 Santa Rosa Ave | Santa Rosa, CA 95404-4907 | Then we will march to Courthouse Square. This is a peaceful protest. Indivisible Tri-Valley (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Dublin: Tesla Takedown Protest – Pro-Democracy & Pro-Earth! Anti-Elon! indybay.org Dublin Tesla – sidewalk out front | 6701 Amador Plaza Rd | Dublin, CA 94568 | Nonviolent protest – we will peacefully exercise our first amendment right- freedom of speech in Dublin… Indivisible (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: San Francisco: Tesla Protest – Billionaires Shouldn't Rule America. indybay.org Tesla Showroom – sidewalk out front | 999 Van Ness Ave | San Francisco, CA 94109 | PEACEFUL Protest | No violence or Destruction of Property will be tolerated… Indivisible (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Berkeley: Takedown – Stop DOGE Destruction (250th Anniversary American Revolution). indybay.org Sidewalk outside Tesla Showroom | 1731 Fourth St | between Virginia Street and Delaware Street | Berkeley, CA | Peaceful protest… Indivisible (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Walnut Creek: Tesla Takedown Protest. indybay.org Telsa – nearby sidewalk outside | 1246 Broadway Plaza #1094 | Walnut Creek, CA 94596 | peaceful protest… Isaiah Dylan Clark (2025-04-12). The Streetside Library. indybay.org What came first – the chicken or the egg? | Explaining myself as a homeless artist often reminds me of that, especially with "The Streetside Library". | From 12pm to 6pm, Wednesday to Monday, at Berkeley's HALF PRICE BOOKS on Shattuck, I sell my own literature, independent poetry and more from a Bay Arean who no longer believes in luck. La Honda Indivisible (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Half Moon Bay: Protest on 250th Anniversary of American Revolution & Earth Day Weekend. indybay.org Lynda Carson (2025-04-12). Social Security Administration list of employees working with DOGE to sabotage the SSA. indybay.org Since The Employees Of The SSA Have Been Cooperating With, And Working With Musk's Doge Employees (Goons) To Sabotage The SSA, Things Have Gotten Real Bad For Over 70 Million Social Security Recipients! Sonoma County Against Elon Musk (2025-04-12). Saturday 4/19: Santa Rosa: No Kings! Protest. indybay.org Tesla showroom – sidewalk out front | 3286 Airway Drive | Santa Rosa, CA, 95403. Susanne Rohland (2025-04-12). Another world was possible? indybay.org We live in a time when the richest man in the world can buy a US president. .We talk about overburdened state and national budgets as if the distribution of resources were a law of nature. Utopias are a tricky thing. They don't automatically get closer just because time moves forward. But hope begins with our ability to imagine a better future at all. In this sense: another world is possible. Tenants, Neighborhood Councils (2025-04-12). Thursday 5/1: Show Up As Neighbors: Tenant Union May Day Meet-Up. indybay.org Meet at James P. Lang Field at 3: 30pm; March to Civic Center Plaza at 4: 00pm…
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Historic Breakthrough: Uganda Cubs qualify for first-ever FIFA World Cup ‚ú≥ Uganda 2‚É£ Gambia 1‚É£ El Jadida, Morocco | FUFA.COM | The Uganda U17 national team, the Cubs, have made history by becoming the first Ugandan football team ever to qualify for a FIFA World Cup tournament after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over The Gambia in a high-stakes playoff …
President Donald Trump takes a selfie with former NASCAR Cup series driver, Greg Biffle and NASCAR Hall of Famer, Richard Petty prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, U.S., February 16, 2025. — Reuters US…
On 11 April 2025, the South Korean Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs hosted the "106th Anniversary Ceremony of the Establishment of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea" at the Provisional Assembly Hall of the National Memorial of the Korean Provisional Government in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. The event commemorated the historic founding of the first democratic republican government, which officially adopted the name "Republic of Korea" on April 11, 1919, in the French Concession of Shanghai, China, where Korean independence fighters established a provisional government and reaffirmed its foundat…
ALBAWABA — China launched a secret satellite into orbit two days ago. Long March 3B rocket was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, placing the TJS-17 satellite into geostationary orbit.TJS-17 satellite secretly launched by China 2 days ago: According to sources, China secretly launched the TJS-17 satellite two days ago from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC), also known as the Xichang Space Center—a spaceport located in Zeyuan Town, China. | The satellite was launched at 12: 47 p.m. Eastern (1647 UTC) April 10 aboard a Long March 3B rocket and placed into geostationary orb…
In ancient China, bronze vessels symbolized ritual significance and political power. Centuries later, these artifacts are being rediscovered and revered as embodiments of a golden age. Originally used as containers for food and wine, archaic bronzes later inspired new creations — adapting antique shapes and decorative motifs to serve as incense burners, flower vases, and a wide range of scholar's objects. | The Resurgence of Chinese bronze | "Recasting the Past: The Art of Chinese Bronzes" is captivating audiences at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. | This fascinating exhibition offers a c…
La visita del re inglese in Italia e l'imminente visita del vicepresidente americano segnano un confronto tra due schieramenti politici? | Segue nostro Lunga vita al Re! | Charles Philip Arthur George of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glàºcksburg-Sachsen-Coburg und Gotha, meglio noto al mondo come Re Carlo III, si è recato in visita in Italia in occasione del suo 20esimo anniversario di matrimonio con Camilla, oggi Regina consorte. Il Mar Nero è oggi tornato al centro delle preoccupazioni strategiche e di uno dei due progetti di cessate il fuoco attualmente in fase di preparazione in Arabia Saudita sotto la mediazione statunitense. Ed è verso quest'area che si sta rivolgendo l'attenzione delle cancellerie occidentali e dell'opinione pubblica africana. | Segue nostro I belligeranti ucraini e russi hanno apparentemente accettato di sospendere le loro azioni militari…
Paul and Ken discuss the shocking plans for US hegemony 2.0, which demonstrates just how out of touch with reality the current US administration is and why it is basing plans on deeply flawed premises, which are deeply damaging to US interests. 
Business Sec stutters and waffles his way through interview but omits obvious Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds was asked this morning why, when unions and others have been warning Labour for months that the UK steel industry is on its last legs, he and his boss Keir Starmer did nothing until an emergency Commons session this …
Why it could usher in economic catastrophe by reducing demand for US exports while increasing the cost of living domestically COMMENT | CHRIS LEHMANN | So far Donald Trump's "Liberation Day"—his midweek announcement of a battery of reciprocal tariffs intended to punish longtime US trading partners—has been greeted with a ringing vindication of the freedom to …
KABALE, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has granted permission to Sino Minerals Investments Company Limited, a Chinese company, to establish a Pig iron factory in Kabale district. A pig iron plant is a facility where molten iron, also known as pig iron, is produced from iron ore. Pig iron is a high-carbon iron alloy that …
DOKOLO, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Residents of Amolatar and Dokolo districts are concerned by the continued deterioration of the Dokolo—Ochero—Namasale road. The road links to the districts of Dokolo, Kaberamaido, Amolatar, and Nakasongola. Since last year, significant sections of the 34km stretch from Dokolo to Ochero have developed deep potholes, leading to increased travel …
COMMENT | | Today is Palm Sunday, marking Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Crowds gather, laying down cloaks and palm branches, singing "Hosanna!" It is a moment of joy and symbolism, filled with expectation. Yet it is also full of tension, the very same people who welcome him will, days later, call for his crucifixion. …
GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The 6.8 billion Shillings Hoima regional blood bank has been commissioned. The facility was commissioned on Friday by Robinah Nabbanja, the prime minister of Uganda. Construction work commenced in December 2022 and was executed by Geses Uganda Limited. It was funded by the World Bank under the Uganda Intergovernmental Fiscal …
Harare, Zimbabwe | Linda Mujuru Global Press Journal Zimbabwe | It's possible to buy pretty much anything at the market in Hopley, an informal settlement south of this capital city: rat poison, mops — even medicine. That medicine is sold without prescriptions, to buyers who don't have a diagnosis from a doctor in hand. Some vendors even …
Analysts say the new tariffs suggest that the renewal of the initiative is extremely unlikely COVER STORY | THE INDEPENDENT & AGENCIES | In what has been described as one of the most disruptive moments in trade history, U.S. President Donald Trump on April 02 unleashed sweeping tariffs on nearly all imports in his country. At …
COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | In many African cosmologies, time is not a straight line but a sacred circle. Life and death are not opposites but phases of a continuum. The departed do not disappear. They live on as ancestors, guiding the living, and sometimes returning through them. It is through this spiritual lens that …
The relentless efforts of this editor and the power of our blow-by-blow FightBackBetter coverage has paid off. The police report…
The year 2025 in Cameroon is an election year. In October, the presidential election is scheduled, but it is not like the previous ones: all indications point to an escalation of violence, if nothing is done to ensure a peaceful political transition. #WorldBEYONDWar…
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves ahead of a meeting at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in Canary Wharf, London, Britain February 20, 2025. — Reuters LONDON: UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves has said she wants a stronger relationship with…
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People participate in a "Tesla Takedown" protest against Elon Musk outside a Tesla dealership in Pasadena, Calif., on March 8, 2025. | Photo: Frederic J. Brown/AFP via Getty Images | On April 5, vast crowds of people took to the streets across America to oppose the policies of the Trump regime. The nationwide 
ALBAWABA — Apple, the American multinational technology company, is expected to release 10 major products in 2025. In this article, we will walk you through the complete list, this is expected to be released between September and October 2025.Top 10 Apple products launching in 2025: According to MacRumors, an American website that reports and aggregates Apple- and Mac-related news, rumors, and information, Apple is expected to launch 10 major products this year. | 1. iPhone 17 Series | Apple is expected to launch its new iPhone 17 series in September 2025. The lineup will include the ultra-slim iPhon…
On 10 April 2025, more than 200 people gathered at Place du Luxembourg in Brussels to protest against the consequences of the "EU Pact on Migration and Asylum", 
Group Promotes Ecological Observance of the Holy Week: | 13 April 2025, Quezon City. As the Month of the Planet Earth is observed in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 1482, the EcoWaste Coalition urged pious Filipinos to mark the Holy Week in a manner that will protect public health and the environment from wastes and pollutants. | The advocacy group for a zero waste and toxics-free society called for an ecological observance of the Holy Week as believers carrying "palaspas" (palm fronds) flocked to churches today, Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, to commemorate the triumphal entry of Je…
Parenting should be about understanding, respecting, and learning from childrenOriginally published on In Ghana, parent-child relationships are rarely discussed openly. Like many African cultures, they are shaped by values that emphasize respect for elders, family hierarchy, and obedience. Parents are seen as authority figures, while children are expected to comply…
ALBAWABA – Haj Hasan Ibrahim Al Fardan, honorary Chairman of Al Fardan Group, passed away on at 94 years old.Haj Hasan Ibrahim Al Fardan passes away at 94 years old: Haj Hasan Ibrahim Al Fardan, the honorary Chairman of Al Fardan Group and business leader, passed away at 94 years old on Thursday. | Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO of Al Fardan Exchange, stated: "With profound sorrow, I share the passing of my beloved grandfather, Haj Hasan Ibrahim Al Fardan, the visionary leader and Honorary Chairman of Al Fardan Group. To the world, he was a pioneer who began his journey in 1954 with pearl trading and went on…
ALBAWABA — New leaks have revealed details about Google's upcoming Pixel Watch 4. The smartwatch is expected to feature innovative technologies and include support for wireless charging.New details revealed about the Google Pixel Watch 4: Google, the American multinational technology corporation, is currently developing the Pixel Watch 4. According to recent leaks, the new smartwatch will closely resemble the Pixel Watch 3 but will introduce new features, including support for wireless charging. | The Google Pixel Watch 4 is expected to launch later in 2025, likely within the next few months. The des…
How the American president is using the playbook his predecessors have used for far too long THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | I am an admirer of President Donald Trump because I find him more realistic about issues and brutally frank in the way he expresses himself. He lacks the hypocrisy and conspiracy that characterizes most Western …
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A clinical officer at Gulu Regional Referral Hospital was arrested on Tuesday morning for allegedly being drunk while on duty at the Children's ward. The arrest was conducted by the Deputy Resident City Commissioner in charge of Pece-Laroo Division, Peter Banya, following a tip-off by concerned individuals. The suspect …
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, the company established to construct and operate the 1,443km long East African Crude Oil Pipeline, has joined hands with the Hoima Catholic Diocese to support the Running Out of Trees (ROOTS) campaign. The campaign targets the planting of 200 million trees …
Namulonge, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & URN | The inaugural NARO—EAGC Agribusiness Expo and Trade Symposium has ended at Namulonge on Saturday, with a call for similar events to be held nation-wide. "I have also urged National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) and its partners, including Green Card and other organizations, to ensure that each of …
A US man posting content online as "Mr Satan" has been charged with threatening to assassinate Shawn Monper, 32, was detained and charged in a federal criminal complaint with "making threats to assault and murder" Trump and other US officials, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. | In a statement, the DOJ said the FBI received an emergency message about threats posted on YouTube by a user wh…
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Hospital that was the first bombed by Israel when the occupation used to bother lying about it is in flames The Al Ahli Baptist Hospital in central Gaza has been bombed twice in one evening by the Israeli military, with no doubt whatever that it was deliberate — as if any doubt could realistically exist …
New, illegal 'buffer zone' and no-go areas leave Palestinians being bombed in tiny fraction of already tiny Strip — and subject to execution if they leave it Israel's latest, extended — and completely illegal — 'buffer zone' in Gaza has extended its theft of the Palestinians' land in the Strip to two thirds of the …
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wants to end Cuba's international medical brigades, which have provided essential healthcare to millions of people across the globe.
