(2026-05-07). FIFA-Backed "Board of Peace" Plan for Gaza Stadium Ignores Needs of Palestinians. scheerpost.com By Dalia Abu Ramadan This article was originally published by Truthout How can recreational projects be proposed when even the most basic foundations of life have not yet been rebuilt? In February, Donald Trump's so-called "Board of Peace" struck a $50 million agreement with the football-governing body FIFA, with grand promises to build a national …
(2026-05-07). Trump Says Us Military Operation In The Strait Of Hormuz Is Paused. popularresistance.org President Trump said in a Tuesday night post on Truth Social that the US military operation to "guide" commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, which he has dubbed "Project Freedom," has been paused. | "Based on the request of Pakistan and other Countries, the tremendous Military Success that we have had during the Campaign against the Country of Iran and, additionally, the fact that Great Progress has been made toward a Complete and Final Agreement with Representatives of Iran, we have mutually agreed that, while the Blockade will remain in full force and effect, Project Freedom (The Movement of Ships throu…
(2026-05-07). Israeli soldier caught desecrating statue of Virgin Mary in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Outrage is growing over a photo of an Israeli soldier pushing a cigarette into the mouth of a statue of the Virgin Mary.
(2026-05-07). Israeli soldier mocks Virgin Mary statue in southern Lebanon. newarab.com 
An Israeli soldier has been pictured desecrating a statue of the Virgin Mary in southern According to Israeli media, the photo was taken "weeks ago" but only went viral earlier this week.
(2026-05-07). Photo shows Israeli soldier desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel's military launches a probe after photo shows soldier placing a cigarette into the mouth of Virgin Mary statue.
(2026-05-07). Irish footballers and celebrities urge boycott of Israel matches. aljazeera.com Irish campaign group accuses Israel of engaging ‚Å in 'genocide' in war on Gaza ahead of UEFA Nations League game.
(2026-05-07). Israel's 'permanent security' quest is a policy with sinister implications. responsiblestatecraft.org The most explosive allegation against Israel is also the most emotionally painful one. A state founded in 1948 as a refuge for Jewish survivors of Adolf Hitler's terror is committing genocide today, contend a range of historians, including Holocaust scholars, human rights groups, and an independent U.N.
(2026-05-07). On May Day, Workers Speak at ILWU6 on US Supported Genocide, War, ICE & Worker Rights. indybay.org Workers and community rallied on May Day at ILWU Local 6 to speak out about the role of Oakland airport in shipping military equipment to…
(2026-05-07). Cuatro hipótesis acerca del comportamiento de Rusia e Irán en sus conflictos. strategic-culture.su No hay salida total de la confrontación de manera pacífica o sin chocar y paradójicamente se suma como tragedia que ahora, a diferencia de la Segunda Guerra Mundial, la mayor escalada será nuclear. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Es…
(2026-05-07). US-Iran peace optimism fuels Asian stock market gains. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said conflict in the Middle East would be "over quickly", as Iran considered a peace proposal that could lead to the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz. | "We've had very good talks over the last 24 hours, and it's very possible that we'll make a deal," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office on Wednesday, according to Reuters. The president has repeatedly played up the possibility of an agreement with Iran since the war began on February 28, without reaching an…
(2026-05-07). The US Pulled Off An Armed Robbery Of The World's Energy Supply. popularresistance.org In the past, the United States were very sensitive to oil shocks. Closing the Strait of Hormuz would have been a catastrophe, as the US couldn't produce enough oil to meet demand. | But today, they are the world's largest producers of oil, gas, and refined products, and the planet's top exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG). | Many still buy into the old mantra that high oil prices are bad for the US, but the opposite is true. For the first time during a global shortage, the dollar isn't crashing while gold surges — it's the other way around. High energy prices aren't a threat to Wall Street anymore [mdas…
(2026-05-07). China's position on situation of Hormuz quite clear: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's position on the situation of the Strait of Hormuz is quite clear, and the Chinese side will continue to make efforts to promote the deescalation of the situation and safeguard the safety and security of Chinese ships and crews, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). 'Kamikaze dolphins': A dive into US's Marine Mammal Program. newarab.com 
As the US and Iran battle for dominance in the Strait of Hormuz, recent remarks by Secretary of Defence At a Tuesday press conference at the Caine said he hadn't heard of the reports, asking the journalist whether he meant "like sharks with l…
(2026-05-07). Trump says Iran deal 'very possible' but threatens strikes if talks fail. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump attends an event to mark Military Mother's Day, in the East Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 6, 2026. — ReutersTrump claims Iran would hand over enriched uranium to US.US halts military operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz.US, Iran near…
(2026-05-07). Malaysian king's visit to Russia expected to smooth path for oil deal. scmp.com Malaysian King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar arrived in Moscow on Thursday for a high-profile visit that comes as Kuala Lumpur looks for alternative oil sources amid the Iran war-linked fuel crisis. | Sultan Ibrahim landed at Vnukovo-2 International Airport at 4.20pm local time on Thursday, according to Malaysian reports, and was received by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko, senior protocol officials and Malaysia's ambassador to Russia, Cheong Loon Lai.
(2026-05-07). The Value of the US "Foreign Policy of Restraint" in the World. fairobserver.com In a little over one year, the US' foreign policy has moved from "No New Wars" to "Operation Epic Fury" — a series of joint American-Israeli strikes on Tehran accompanied by a chilling message from President Donald Trump for Iranian civilians to "take over" their government. The attacks came after Iranian and American diplomats failed…
(2026-05-07). Crisis in New Zealand government over Iran war. wsws.org Foreign Minister Winston Peters, leader of the right-wing nationalist NZ First Party, released emails sent in early March which indicate that Prime Minister Christopher Luxon wanted the government to express stronger support for the criminal US-Israeli war.
(2026-05-07). US-Iran Talks at Risk: Israel's Gaza Strategy Sparks New Fears. thinktank.pk As negotiations between the United States and Iran struggle to hold, renewed military actions by Israel in Gaza Strip are raising urgent questions. Is Israel intentionally derailing fragile diplomacy, or are these actions part of a broader strategic calculus? Recent developments indicate that the already fragile truce in Gaza is fraying, with Israel threatening to …
(2026-05-07). US' "rollercoaster of objective" , Iran's strategy of "passive defense" and "cost-imposition" unitedworldint.com Notes from a roundtable discussion at the Center for Iranian Studies in Türkiye. The war, which began with the US-Israeli attack on Iran on February 28, 2026, is currently in a period of ceasefire. What follows remains highly uncertain. A process full of fluctuations and contradictions continues to unfold. What is certain, however, we are …
(2026-05-07). Why is Israel concerned over a possible US-Iran deal. newarab.com 
Concerns are growing in Israel over a possible agreement being shaped Military assessments circulating in
(2026-05-07). Israeli court orders Netanyahu to hand over medical records in libel suit after cancer revelation. haaretz.com Netanyahu said last month that he delayed informing the public of his cancer so the information would not emerge 'at the height of the war' and allow Iran to spread 'propaganda against Israel.' But the head of oncology at the hospital where he was treated said the treatment took place before the war started…
(2026-05-07). The Folly of the US-Israeli Myth of a Quick Iranian Collapse. juancole.com
(2026-05-07). Israel confirms it killed top Hezbollah commander in Wednesday Beirut strike. haaretz.com
(2026-05-07). Iran denies involvement in Korean ship incident in Hormuz. newarab.com 
Iran's embassy denied on Thursday that its armed forces had been involved in an explosion that struck a South Korean vessel in The blast and fire occurred on the Panama-flagged HMM Namu, a cargo ship carrying 24 crew members, on Monday. |
(2026-05-07). As US admits 'defeat', Iran's Ghalibaf mocks Trump's war: 'Op trust me bro'. hindustantimes.com As Trump's "Project Freedom" in Hormuz collapses in just 36 hours, Iran's top negotiator and parliament speaker mock the mission as "Operation Trust Me Bro" and "Operation Fauxios." Former IRGC chief Mohsen Rezaei even claims the U.S. tried and failed to stage a coup in Iran, vowing a new regional order with Saudi Arabia and Turkey.
(2026-05-07). Rubio meets Pope Leo at Vatican to defuse tensions with Trump. scmp.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio left the Vatican on Thursday after seeing Pope Leo in what was expected to have been a fraught meeting following President Donald Trump's repeated attacks on the Catholic leader over the Iran war. | Rubio spent 2-1/2 hours at the Vatican before driving away in a convoy under tight security. He met initially Leo before ‚Äåsitting down with senior Vatican officials, including top diplomat Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
(2026-05-06). Trump says U.S. had 'very good' talks with Iran in past 24 hours. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States has had very good talks over the past 24 hours with Iran on ending the war that has lasted more than two months.
(2026-05-07). China calls for immediate full ceasefire, opposes renewed conflict, stresses priority of talks on Iran situation: Chinese FM. ecns.cn China calls for an immediate and full ceasefire, opposes renewed conflict, and stresses the priority of talks on the Iran situation, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). Days before Xi-Trump meet, Iran-China emergency huddle forms as US waves white flag on Hormuz. hindustantimes.com The very moment the United States paused its Hormuz mission, Iran's top diplomat landed in China. And suddenly, the timing doesn't look accidental. An anti-Trump alignment, or just strategic diplomacy? Iran calls China a "close friend." China asks for Hormuz to reopen. And in between, a quiet negotiation begins to take shape just days before Trump sits across from Xi Jinping. But here's where it gets uncomfortable. The U.S. launches "Project Freedom" to secure shipping lanes and pauses it within 24 hours. Iran is accused of striking Fujairah. China steps in, but stays officially "neutral." So who is actually driv…
(2026-05-07). MSF accuses Israel of manufacturing a malnutrition crisis in Gaza. aljazeera.com Doctors Without Borders said it identified its first cases of child malnutrition in January 2024, three months into war.
(2026-05-07). Israel kills son of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Gaza strike. newarab.com 
Israel targeted a group of people in the Al-Daraj neighbourhood of
(2026-05-07). Freedom Flotilla Coalition Boats Continue Voyage To Gaza. popularresistance.org Each of the four boats belonging to the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) continues to sail toward Gaza. As of this writing, the vessels have completed approximately 10% of their journey since departing from Siracusa, Sicily, at 4: 15 PM on Saturday, May 2. Live streaming from each boat allows viewers to track their individual paths, which are constantly updated as they cross the Mediterranean Sea. | Reports from the vessels this morning indicate that the 30 participants are in good health and high spirits, despite encountering some rough seas.
(2026-05-07). Gaza: Aseel's journey back to hope. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Thursday 5/7: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-05-07). US court releases alleged Jeffrey Epstein 'suicide note'. aljazeera.com A US court has released what it says is the 'suicide note' of Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-05-07). Venezuela's Supreme Court Ratifies President, Appoints New Leadership. orinocotribune.com
(2026-05-07). OFAC Authorizes Debt Restructuring Prep, But Keeps Venezuelan Assets Frozen. orinocotribune.com The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a general license that removes obstacles preventing the Venezuelan government and Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA) from contracting legal and financial advisory services for the restructuring of Venezuela's sovereign debt. | This measure marks a significant technical step toward future negotiations on the country's multimillion-dollar external debt. Until now, US sanctions have blocked Venezuela from engaging in any form of debt restructuring. | While imposing unilateral coercive measures, the US seized Venezuelan assets abroad[md…
(2026-05-07). FitCuba 2026, dedicated to Varadero, underway virtually. radiohc.cu The 44th edition of the International Tourism Fair (FitCuba) begins today in a virtual format, with a special presentation of Varadero, one of the country's most important sun and beach destinations, which will be the focus of the professional event organized by the Ministry of Tourism (Mintur). | More than 900 registrations, including participants and exhibitors, from Cuba, Colombia, Spain, Argentina, Canada, and many other nations will be at FitCuba, which, given the current circumstances, has adopted a virtual format to connect tour operators, travel agents, airlines, hotel chains, and other tourism providers…
(2026-05-07). The Complexity of Motherhood. whyy.org Any mother will tell you — having children changes everything. On this episode, we explore what those changes look like and what's behind them. We talk with a psychologist about "matrescence," the multi-faceted transformation ushered in by motherhood, find out how motherhood rewires the brain, and hear about a new play that's challenging society's views on motherhood and women's health.
(2026-05-07). India, Russia Hold Steel Sector Round Table; Focus on Deeper Cooperation. infobrics.org India and Russia held a round table to strengthen cooperation in the steel sector, focusing on supply chains, technology and research collaboration amid global uncertainties…
(2026-05-07). Top Six Addiction Treatment Centers For Expert Care. moguldom.com 
When it comes to seeking help with addiction, the first step is often the hardest. A lot of people will put off getting help, but when they accept they need it, this is when the journey to recovery starts. And in a lot of cases, this step changes their life as after they start getting …
(2026-05-06). China logs record high inter-regional passenger trips in May Day holiday. ecns.cn China saw a record high number of inter-regional passenger trips during the just-concluded five-day May Day holiday, the Ministry of Transport said on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). Daily Memo: A Push for 'Quieter' Immigration Raids and An Increasing Use of Force at Detention Centers. lataco.com We are also exactly a month away from June 6th, when the Border Patrol arrived in Los Angeles and began the raids that terrorized so many around the country.
(2026-05-07). Israel strikes south of Beirut, Salam rules out normalisation. newarab.com 
The Wednesday evening strike on a building in Haret Hreik, which apparently killed Ahmad Ballout, the leader of the militant group's
(2026-05-07). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-07). AI workers against the war machine. mronline.org 
Google's AI workers want to cure cancer, not kill for the US and Israeli military. That's why they are now trying to unionise for the first time ever, writes an employee at DeepMind.
(2026-05-07). Chad declares national mourning after deadly Boko Haram ambush. aljazeera.com The killing of two generals near Lake Chad follows a recent Boko Haram attack in the same region that left dozens dead.
(2026-05-07). Samsung to exit Chinese mainland home appliance market amid weak profitability. ecns.cn Samsung Electronics said Wednesday it will stop selling home appliance products in the Chinese mainland, citing weakening profitability.
(2026-05-07). Court Rules Fresno City Council Violated Open Meetings Law. indybay.org FRESNO, Calif., May 5, 2026 — The City of Fresno violated the Ralph M. Brown Act by holding budget committee meetings behind closed doors for years, without public notice or the opportunity for residents to attend or participate, a Fresno Superior Court judge ruled.
(2026-05-07). San Francisco and Bay Area Celebrate May Day With Rallies and Marches. indybay.org The working people's holiday originated in the U.S. and is officially recognized through the world as a holiday. Except in the U.S.
(2026-05-07). Thursday 5/7: Heeding Lebanese Voices: The Villages of Nabatieh and Bint Jbeil. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__0QE……
(2026-05-07). Teamsters on May Day 2026, Lessons of 34 Minneapolis Teamster General Strike & Life/Death. indybay.org Teamsters on May Day 2026 talk about the issues they face from AI to trade war and fascism. They also discuss the relevance of the 1934 Teamster general strike in Minneapolis and its relevance today. They also have produced a video for May Day 2028 on the history of the Minnepolis strike.
(2026-05-07). ILWU10 Members on May Day Speak Out at San Francisco Union Hall. indybay.org ILWU Local 10 members spoke out at their union hall about what May Day and the ILWU means to them.
(2026-05-07). Wednesday 5/6: Emergency Call: Voting Rights Act Gutted by SCOTUS – Black & Brown Votes in Jeopardy. indybay.org Virtual | RSVP: secure.ngpvan.com/e-seOOH6pUacgLfa8l9wHA……
(2026-05-07). For rank-and-file control of the National Steel Car contract struggle! International class unity, not a nationalist corporate/union partnership! wsws.org Under conditions of the ongoing war on Iran that is disrupting the world economy and the Canada-US trade war that has hit our facility here in Hamilton, Ontario, for over a year now, Management aims to offload the crisis onto our backs through real wage cuts and continued job insecurity.
(2026-05-07). Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship exposes the continuing threat of zoonotic spillover. wsws.org A lethal hantavirus outbreak aboard the luxury vessel MV Hondius highlights how capitalist encroachment into ecological frontiers and global mobility transform localized zoonotic spillovers into urgent international public health crises.
(2026-05-07). Ancient Ziggurat of Ur restored in Iraq using traditional methods. aljazeera.com Restoration work is underway at the ancient Ziggurat of Ur, a monumental stepped temple in Iraq.
(2026-05-07). Comicomment: Everyday 'freedom', endless gun terror in America. ecns.cn A shooting at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association has once again drawn attention to America's deepening political polarization, rampant gun violence and growing public distrust.
(2026-05-07). Trump reversed Hormuz ship escort plan after Saudi blocks US base, airspace access: report. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks during an event to mark Military Mother's Day, in the East Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 6, 2026. — ReutersSaudi anger reportedly derailed US maritime operation.Qatar informed after mission already started.NBC says Oman consulted…
(2026-05-07). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(2026-05-07). China calls for equitable sharing of AI-driven digital dividends. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 6 ⚪ People around the world should be able to equally share the digital dividends brought by artificial intelligence, a Chinese envoy said here Tuesday.
(2026-05-07). Alaska 2025 tsunami was second-highest ever, taller than Empire State Building. scmp.com Tracy Arm Fjord, in southeastern Alaska ‚Å within the Tongass National Forest, presents a majestic vista, with a narrow sea inlet surrounded by towering granite cliffs, waterfalls and glaciers. One morning last year it also was the site of a powerful landslide that triggered a huge localised tsunami. | Researchers have now determined that the tsunami on August 10, 2025, was the second-highest ever recorded, with a wave reaching up to 481 metres (1,578 feet) tall — higher than New York City's Empire…
(2026-05-07). Germany Coalition Crisis: Most Voters Expect Government Collapse Before 2029. thinktank.pk Germany's political landscape is facing growing uncertainty as public confidence in the ruling coalition declines. A recent YouGov poll reveals that a majority of Germans expect the current government led by Friedrich Merz to collapse before completing its full term in 2029. The findings highlight mounting political pressure and shifting voter sentiment across the country. …
(2026-05-07). The Shipping Shield and Washington's Strategic Miscalculation. fpif.org If the United States continues to treat the global commons as a zero-sum battlefield, it may find that it has not cornered its rival but has instead isolated itself from the very infrastructure of the modern world.
(2026-05-07). Can an Economic Populist Win Maine's Governor Race? portside.org Can an Economic Populist Win Maine's Governor Race? |
(2026-05-07). 1 year of the Merz government: war, militarism and social devastation. wsws.org The Merz-Klingbeil government is the most right-wing and hated government in the history of the Federal Republic. The struggle against it requires an independent socialist perspective.
(2026-05-07). Joint call by the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Director-General of the World Health Organization and the International President of Médecins Sans Frontières. icrc.org States should uphold and strengthen the protection of medical care in armed conflict on the 10th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2286…
(2026-05-07). EU and UN Women Push for Gender-Responsive Justice Reforms in Pakistan. thinktank.pk Efforts to strengthen equitable justice systems in Pakistan are gaining momentum, as policymakers and development partners push for more inclusive financial planning. With support from the European Union, UN Women Pakistan recently convened a high-level policy dialogue focused on gender-responsive budgeting in justice sector institutions across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The initiative signals a growing …
(2026-05-07). UK voters head to the polls in local elections. aljazeera.com Voters in England, Scotland and Wales are casting their ballots in local elections.
(2026-05-07). South Koreans' favorability toward China hits six-year high. ecns.cn South Koreans' favorability toward China rose to 30.2 points, the highest level since April 2020, according to a survey released by Hankook Research.
(2026-05-07). Chinese ambassador to Cuba denounces illegality of the blockade against the island. radiohc.cu The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Cuba, Hua Xin, recently denounced the profound suffering caused by the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by Washington for more than six decades on the population of the largest island of the Antilles. | In statements to Prensa Latina, the diplomat emphasized his country's firm opposition to any form of extraterritorial economic pressure and strongly condemned the unilateral actions that ignore the majority will of the international community for an end to the hostile policy against the Caribbean nation. | This stance aligns with the Asian gia…
(2026-05-07). PSG's Champions League win marred by night of violence and riots in Paris. aljazeera.com Paris Saint-Germain claimed a 6-5 Champions League semifinal win over Bayern Munich, but it erupted in domestic trouble.
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/16: Coffee & Conversation About Reparations to African People. indybay.org International Cafe, 508 Haight Street (near Fillmore), San Francisco…
(2026-05-06). Dazzling AI light show staged in Fuzhou. ecns.cn A live AI light show is staged on May 5, 2026 on the exteriors of buildings at Zhongzhou Island in Fuzhou, Fujian province.
(2026-05-07). 1854 Chinatown in Negro Bar, Sacramento County comes alive in Gold Rush California. indybay.org From the Heart of Chinatown in San Francisco to the California Gold Mining District, the Golden Fortune of Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. provides a path towards an Ancient Future in a good way.
(2007-05-26). Palantir's 'The Technological Republic': A digital fascist manifesto. links.org.au 
Palantir's manifesto reveals we face a new form of fascism whose tools of violence and repression are algorithms, big data and AI, writes Rezgar Akrawi.
(2026-05-07). The End of the American Umbrella and "Hitler's Dream Come True" unitedworldint.com Dr. Gilbert Doctorow on the Shattering of the Transatlantic Order By Yunus Emre àñzgàºn As Donald Trump's foreign policy shatters his domestic base and the European Union morphs into an unaccountable "war project," the geopolitical tectonic plates of the West are fracturing. In an interview with UWI Data, renowned historian and international affairs analyst Dr. …
(2026-05-07). Motorbike gunmen kill political aide in India's West Bengal. geo.tv 
Members of security forces stop a delivery personnel as they stand guard along a road leading to the site where an aide of Suvendu Adhikari, a leader of Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal state, was shot dead days after the BJP secured a majority in the state assembly elections, in…
(2026-05-07). North Korea says it is not bound by any treaty on nuclear non-proliferation. aljazeera.com Pyongyang says its status as nuclear-armed state 'will not change based on external rhetorical claims'.
(2026-05-07). Israeli army disables Hezbollah rocket tracking system in north. newarab.com 
The According to Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth, which reported the details on Thursday, the Shual system is a national Home Front Command control-and-coordi…
(2026-05-07). Israeli Justice minister warns supreme court of if judicial picks rejected. haaretz.com The Likud minister, who has refused to recognize Isaac Amit as the Supreme Court President and is one of the main architects of the Netanyahu government's judicial overhaul, threatened that the court would have no future if his nominees for the bench aren't approved…
(2026-05-07). In prison, women develop diseases earlier and often. whyy.org 
Terri Harper's body is breaking down. For 34 years, she's been serving a life sentence at State Correctional Institution Muncy, and in the last 15 she's had seven surgeries all over her body. | "It includes the cage that I have from midline down to my crack, a plate and screws in my right foot," Harper, 57, said. | She takes toroidal shots every five days for acute pain so she can walk normally. She's had multiple surgeries in her back, surgery on both hands and a hysterectomy. | Harper is one of nearly 200 women sentenced to life without parole in Pennsylvania. Poor nutrition, stress, and inadequate healthcare i…
(2026-05-07). Positive national energy momentum at risk of being swamped by…everything else. wattsupwiththat.com Even Ontario's premier Doug Ford has chastised the federal government to show some respect to Alberta and Saskatchewan, singling them out, an act that has happened exactly never times before.
(2026-05-07). South Africans are not a xenophobic people – Presidential spokesperson. sanews.gov.za South Africans are not a xenophobic people – Presidential spokesperson | Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says President Cyril Ramaphosa expects law enforcement to take action against violent protesters, while emphasising that South Africans are not xenophobic. | The remarks come as demonstrations against undocumented immigrants have spread across several major cities in South Africa. ⚪ At a media briefing on Wednesday, Magwenya said the protests were discussed between President Ramaphosa and his Mozambican counterpart, President Daniel Chapo during the latter's recent working visit to South Africa.
(2026-05-06). China, Bangladesh FMs hold talks, vowing deeper cooperation. ecns.cn China is willing to carry forward traditional friendship with Bangladesh, enhance political mutual trust, deepen practical cooperation, and be the most reliable partner in Bangladesh's national development process, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). Why electricity costs more than we think…and why, in Germany, solar is about 10x more expensive than coal. wattsupwiththat.com What does it actually cost to keep the lights on, reliably, 24/7/365 year after year?
(2026-05-07). Feed in Tariff Subsidies Cost £1.8 Billion Last Year. wattsupwiththat.com FITs are one of the items not included by the OBR in its table of Environmental Levies, even though they used to be until a few years ago and plainly meet the same definition applied to other renewable subsidies — costs imposed by government on energy bills.
(2026-05-07). US media complain Iran War leaves Ukraine's air defense in limbo. infobrics.org Europe also severely lacks air defense systems.
(2026-05-07). You Don't Know What It Is, Do You, Mr. Jones? scheerpost.com Ari Paul FAIR Silence had never sounded so sweet, blankness had never looked so beautiful. A visit to the far-right conspiracy outlet Infowars website had no "Jesus Returns"—sized headlines about government-tainted water turning the frogs gay, or fresh anti-vaccine claims. No promotions for host Alex Jones' supplements, either, or videos of him screaming gibberish about politicians eating babies. Just a …
(2026-05-07). Palestine Coalition files complaint against London police chief. newarab.com 
The The complaint, sent to the London Mayor's Office, was made regarding "It is…
(2026-05-07). US says Hezbollah is 'trying to derail talks' with Israel. aljazeera.com US State Department spokesperson says Hezbollah is 'trying to derail talks' with Israel.
(2026-05-07). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-06). China's Tianzhou-9 cargo craft re-enters atmosphere. ecns.cn China's Tianzhou-9 cargo craft, tasked with carrying supplies for China's space station, has re-entered the Earth's atmosphere in a controlled manner, the China Manned Space Agency said Thursday.
(2026-05-07). FAST telescope replaces imported steel cables with domestic alternatives. ecns.cn China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Telescope, known as FAST, is replacing the six steel cables that support its feed cabin with domestically manufactured alternatives.
(2026-05-07). Britons set to punish Starmer's Labour in local polls. newarab.com 
Britons voted Thursday in local elections set to heap more pressure on beleaguered The ballot across Scotland, England and Wales is Starmer's biggest electoral test since Opinion polls predict grim results for Labour, which could amplify call…
(2026-05-07). War has a Huge Carbon Impact: Why Aren't We Measuring It? juancole.com The Conversation) — When delegates gathered for
(2026-05-07). Media campaign demands freedom for Lebanese prisoners in Zionist jails. samidoun.net 
In support of Lebanese prisoners held captive in Zionist prisons, and in solidarity with their steadfastness and confrontation of the jailers, Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, in collaboration with the International Campaign to Free Lebanese Prisoners, launched a media campaign to highlight the prisoners and their stories with large billboards on the Old Airport Road …
(2026-05-07). The Real Cost of the Iran War: $72 Billion for the First 60 Days. portside.org The Real Cost of the Iran War: $72 Billion for the First 60 Days |
(2026-05-07). Isolated Europe doesn't even believe its own theatre: May's EPC summit in review. strategic-culture.su The Yerevan summit appears not as a milestone but as a failed maintenance operation, a necessary rite to reaffirm the plausibility of a project whose practical limits have long since been reached. | Join us on , , and .
(2026-05-07). The Màºtter Museum commemorates 50th anniversary of deadly Legionnaires' summer in Philly with new exhibit. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The summer of 1976 in Philadelphia was shaping up to be a busy one. | On top of the usual swell in tourism from people on vacation and families visiting with kids out of school, the city was also hosting a series of celebratory events marking the nation's bicentennial. | Parades, special exhibits and festivals were scheduled in and around Independence Hall throughout July. That same month, about 2,000 veterans from across Pennsylvania gathered for an American Legion conventi…
(2007-05-26). K-P's young sailors defy odds to bring glory home. tribune.com.pk 
Young sailor Hijab Ajmal from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has emerged as the province's only gold medalist in sailing after delivering a historic performance at the 35th National Games held in Karachi in December 2025. | The 15-member sailing contingent from K-P competed in nine categories against strong teams from Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force, Army, Punjab and Sindh, eventually winning a total of eight medals despite the absence of proper training facilities in the province. | Hijab Ajmal clinched the gold medal in the Laser Radial Sail category, creating history for Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa sailing. Her younger sister…
(2026-05-07). Nations race to trace passengers of hantavirus-hit cruise ship. scmp.com Countries worldwide scrambled on Thursday to trace people who had left the cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak before it got marooned off the coast of Cabo Verde, to prevent further spread of the disease. | Three people — a Dutch couple and a German national — died in the outbreak on the MV Hondius. Eight ‚Äåpeople, including a Swiss citizen, were suspected to have contracted the virus, according to the World Health Organization.
(2026-05-07). Will Kyiv Strike on May 9? Russia Braces for High-Stakes Parade Risks. thinktank.pk Russia's annual Victory Day parade in Moscow has long been a carefully choreographed display of military strength and national pride. In 2026, however, the event is unfolding under extraordinary tension. The ongoing war with Ukraine has transformed the parade from a symbol of historic victory into a potential flashpoint for modern conflict. Speculation is growing …
(2026-05-07). Wednesday 5/27: Trillion Dollar War Machine: Book Talk w/ William D. Hartung & Katrina vanden Heuvel. indybay.org Online: www.thenation.com/events/the-trillion-do……
(2026-05-07). Ivory Coast dissolves electoral body amid criticism. aljazeera.com New agency yet to be named to oversee elections after disbanded commission accused of not being independent.
(2026-05-07). New Study: Declining Trends In 1980-2023 Tropical Cyclone Frequency, Accumulated Energy. wattsupwiththat.com Another anthropogenic global warming (AGW) modeling failure emerges in observed tropical cyclone data.
(2026-05-07). The ordeal of an undocumented Haitian migrant in the Dominican Republic. globalvoices.org 
Evens' experience reflects the reality of tens of thousands of Haitians navigating systemic racism in the DRGlobal Voices The Haitian and Dominican Republic flags with a fissure down the middle. Feature image created using By Jude Pierre Louis | Evens (a pseudonym) fled Haiti in August 2021 at the age of 33. A former socio-professional who worked in the Haitian public administration, he entered the Dominican Republic illegally. His displacement was driven by the escalation of
(2026-05-07). China seeks volunteers for bed-rest study simulating spaceflight conditions. ecns.cn China is recruiting volunteers for a bed-rest experiment designed to simulate the effects of microgravity as part of research into long-duration spaceflight, state media reported.
(2026-05-07). China urges U.S. to earnestly respect core interests, properly manage differences: FM. ecns.cn China hopes that the United States will view China objectively, understand China rationally, respect China's core interests earnestly, manage differences properly, and join hands to do more major, practical and good things that are beneficial to both countries and the world, as well as to send more positive signals to the world, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-05-07). South Korean court reduces Han Duck-soo's prison term in martial law case. aljazeera.com Seoul appeals court cuts Han Duck-soo's prison sentence from 23 years to 15.
(2026-05-07). Babies Are Bleeding to Death as Parents Reject a Vitamin Shot Given at Birth. scheerpost.com Duaa Eldeib for ProPublica They entered the world the way babies should, with piercing cries announcing their arrival. They passed their newborn screening tests. Some made it to their 2-week wellness visits without concern. Then, without warning, their systems began to shut down. A 7-week-old boy in Maryland developed sudden seizures. An 11-pound girl in …
(2026-05-07). The Mexican economy in the U.S. ranks among the World's top 8. mronline.org 
The researcher concludes that the economic power of the Mexican diaspora is undeniable, but its potential remains untapped due to decades of restrictive policies and a lack of binational planning.
(2026-05-07). Al-Qaeda-linked fighters in Mali set fire to food trucks. aljazeera.com Al-Qaeda-linked fighters have set fire to food trucks as they continue to blockade roads around the capital Bamako, cutt…
(2026-05-07). Last refuge of the desperate, antisemitism panic targets Greens. newarab.com 
With each passing moment, the British establishment loses its grip on the political destiny of the nation. The upcoming local elections feel like a watershed moment. Both major political parties, the Labour Party and their counterparts in the Conservatives, face the prospect of electoral oblivion. Populist contenders on their flanks might supplant the two longstanding parties of British capitalism. | Pollsters today speak of the Green-Reform divide replacing the traditional Labour-Tory contest. The leaderships of these two longstanding political parties fear they will lose their system and Green leader Zack Polan…
(2026-05-07). A quiet oak forest in central Israel hides a forgotten Circassian history. haaretz.com The Alon nature reserve was once the cemetery of a 19th-century Circassian village — and remains a striking place to visit in every season…
(2026-05-07). Russia's Rosatom, IIT-B, Bengaluru Co Partner to Build India's Next-Gen Nuclear Workforce. infobrics.org State-run Russian nuclear corporation Rosatom, through its subsidiary JSC Engineering and Technology Center 'ETC GET', has announced a pilot training programme for nuclear industry specialists in India…
(2026-05-07). Thursday 5/21: Panel: Radicals, Realists, and Repression: The State of Activism in the U.S. indybay.org The Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists; 1924 Cedar St. Berkeley CA…
(2026-05-07). A fight over vacant Philly lots is exposing tensions in Mayor Parker's housing plan. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! On North Third Street, not far from Norris Square Park, sits a long-vacant lot that neighbors want to see put to productive use. And they're raising questions about whether a popular homeownership initiative is the right tool for the job. | Ideally, they say, the city-owned parcel would be used for a mixed-use development with an independent retailer on the ground level — perhaps a pharmacy or a…
(2026-05-07). Passenger from Hantavirus-hit ship speaks to Al Jazeera from isolation. aljazeera.com A passenger from the cruise ship hit with a Hantavirus outbreak has spoken to Al Jazeera from isolation.
(2026-05-07). Israel ramps up its issuing of air defense export licenses, and not just to the UAE. haaretz.com The surge is one reason Israeli defense exports are believed to have climbed 20 percent last year, but critics say this puts in question Netanyahu's vision of an independent arms industry…
(2026-05-07). Thailand's "T-Wave" Rises, But Tourism Impact from China Remains Elusive. unitedworldint.com To move on from passive reception to active cultural tourism, Thailand must approach entertainment as a field not as a sideline but a column of national engagement. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Glamorous Thai television dramas, music, and pop idols have in recent years moved in quietly to emerge as an expanding cultural phenomenon in Asia. …
(2026-05-07). BTS draws 50,000 fans in less than five hours to Mexico City palace. aljazeera.com K-pop group BTS appeared on the balcony of Mexico's National Palace after meeting President Claudia Sheinbaum.
(2026-05-07). Ramzi Mallat's Leighton House installation confronts Orientalism. newarab.com 
Beneath a grand dome, pierced by arched windows of stained glass, where ceramic tiles carry the curves of Arabic calligraphy, and white marble columns frame the recesses, accented by intricately carved mashrabiya, the Light filters through the wooden latticework in fractured patterns, cooling the air and softening the grandeur. Below, a black marble fountain anchors the room in stillness. | Into this layered interior, 7,500 rounded, deep-turquoise glazed ceramic dis…
(2026-05-07). SF May Day Rally at Harry Bridges Plaza for a General Strike & Labor Party. indybay.org On May Day 2026 a rally was held at Harry Bridges Plaza in San Francisco for a general strike and mass democratic labor party against the Democrats and Republicans.
(2026-05-07). France introduces one‚Äëeuro canteen meals for all students. aljazeera.com French universities are now offering 1 euro meals to all students, regardless of income.
(2026-05-07). Iran war undermines Dubai economic 'safe haven' appeal. newarab.com 
The United Arab Emirates, in general, and Recent missile and air strikes on the
(2026-05-07). Protection of health care in armed conflict: UN Security Council Resolution 2286 10 years on. icrc.org Briefing by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council Arria-formula Meeting: "A Decade of Resolution 2286: Protecting Medical Care in Conflict Amid Evolving Threats".
(2026-05-07). Australia's interest rate rise signals growing hawkish stance in Asia. scmp.com For an indication of how much the energy crisis is shaping the path of monetary policy, look no further than Australia. On May 5, the country's central bank raised interest rates for the third consecutive time, unwinding last year's monetary easing. | The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) said "higher fuel prices are adding to inflation and there are indications that this is likely to have second-round effects on prices for goods and services more broadly".
(2026-05-06). RMB's role as international option grows. ecns.cn The renminbi is starting to gain ground in the dollar-dominated global commodity trade, as recent deals highlighted the Chinese currency's expanding role in offering a diversified option for pricing and settlement, economists and executives said.
(2026-05-06). China responds to Japan launching offensive missiles overseas. ecns.cn A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday Japan's right-wing forces are pushing for the acceleration of remilitarization, adding Japan's neo-militarism is rising and posing a threat to regional peace and stability.
(2026-05-07). Expert: Iran war cost $72 billion over first two months. responsiblestatecraft.org A new report finds the Iran war has cost the U.S. nearly $72 billion in its first 60 days — about $1.2 billion per day. Stephen Semler, journalist and co-founder of the Security Policy Reform Institute,
(2026-05-07). Madrid captain Carvajal in race against time for Spain's World Cup squad. aljazeera.com Spain international Dani ‚Å Carvajal injured his right foot during a training session for Real Madrid last week.
(2026-05-07). Hong Kong police adopt mainland-made CS/LS7 submachine gun. ecns.cn Hong Kong police have adopted the mainland-made CS/LS7 submachine gun for use by their Counter Terrorism Response Unit and the Airport Security Unit.
(2026-05-07). Australia and Japan boost military ties against China. wsws.org Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has proclaimed that the country will play a "more proactive" role in the Indo-Pacific, amid a flurry of regional visits all directed against Beijing.
(2026-05-07). 6 months since the fatal Cobar mine explosion. wsws.org There is still no official explanation of what caused the explosion at Polymetals Resources' Endeavor mine on October 28, 2025, that killed workers Patrick "Ambrose" McMullen and Holly Clarke.
(2026-05-07). How Route Optimization Is Saving Businesses Time and Money. moguldom.com 
Route optimization used to be something only larger logistics companies worried about, but now it's becoming a priority for almost any business that moves people, products or services from one place to the next. Whether it's deliveries, field service teams or collections, the way that routes are planned has a direct impact on your time, …
(2026-05-07). BRICS Members Russia and Ethiopia Deepen Partnership with Bold Industrial Plans. infobrics.org As constituent members of the BRICS economic bloc, the Russian Federation and Ethiopia have sustained a mutually beneficial partnership, which both sovereign states are committed to consolidating moving forward…
(2026-05-06). China ready to help restore peace, stability in Mideast. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday that China is ready to help create the conditions for starting peace talks and play a greater role in restoring peace and stability in the Middle East, as the region stands at a critical juncture between war and peace.
(2026-05-07). Rubio arrives at Vatican to meet Pope Leo amid Trump attacks. aljazeera.com Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin says the meeting was requested by the US.
(2026-05-07). What is it about the Met fashion gala that leads one to think fondly of the guillotine? wsws.org The Met Gala on Monday evening was an expression of the putrefaction of the ruling establishment where fashion, Hollywood, corporate money, celebrity culture and politics comingled in a display of wealth and privilege.
(2026-05-07). China expresses strong dissatisfaction to UK's unilateral sanctions: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China has always opposed unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law or authorization of the United Nations Security Council, and the country has made solemn representations to the UK side, expressing strong dissatisfaction, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). From Emergency Lifelines to Strategic Levers: Dollar Liquidity and the UAE Pivot. fairobserver.com The current debate over dollar liquidity is often framed as a technical question — who gets access to swap lines, under what conditions and through which institutional channel. That framing understates what is changing. Access to dollar funding is becoming a strategic variable, shaping how countries position themselves within an increasingly layered global system. The…
(2026-05-07). Wednesday 5/13: Rally to Fight Back Against SFDPH Program Cuts & Clinic Closures That Will Kill. indybay.org South East Mission Geriatric Services Clinic, | 3905 Mission St. San Francisco…
(2026-05-07). Australia: 6 months since the fatal Endeavor mine explosion in Cobar. wsws.org There is still no official explanation of what caused the explosion at Polymetals Resources' Endeavor mine on October 28, 2025, that killed workers Patrick "Ambrose" McMullen and Holly Clarke.
(2026-05-07). Thursday 5/7: Webinar: Care, Not Warfare. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/care-not-warfar……
(2026-05-07). Engineered hate: How generative AI is reshaping electoral politics in India / The BJP's toolkit of propaganda, provocation and polarisation. mronline.org 
What if detailed visuals of your worst fears about "the other" appeared on your feed daily?>
(2026-05-07). US reinstates deportation proceedings against Mohsen Mahdawi. aljazeera.com Student accuses government of weaponising the immigration system to silence his advocacy for Palestinian rights.
(2026-05-07). Comicomment | Gun violence: America's unending human rights failure. ecns.cn The right to life is the most fundamental human right. The Statue of Liberty may symbolize freedom, but the endless sound of gunfire continues to expose America's deepening failures in governance and public safety.
(2026-05-07). Qatari PM to The New Arab: 'Positive progress' between US, Iran. newarab.com 
Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister In an interview with The New Arab's Arabic-language edition, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, excerpts of which were
(2026-05-07). Three children killed in blast in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, probe underway. ptcnews.tv Pakistan blast news: At least three children lost their lives and two others sustained injuries after an explosion rocked a residential area in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province late Wednesday night, officials said.The incident took place in the Ghwa Khwa locality of Lower South Waziristan, a region close to the Afghan border. According to the police, an explosive device planted in a motorcycle went off outside a house, triggering panic in the neighbourhood.The deceased have been identified as 15-year-old Shah Hussain, seven-year-old Sanaya Bibi and eight-year-old Soreen Bibi. The injured children were imme…
(2026-05-07). Report from Havana / May Day: Denouncing U.S. Military Assault Threats. radiohc.cu More than 30 people attended a public meeting on May 4th in Miami, where eyewitness accounts were presented by participants from the Labor and Youth Activists delegation who had just returned from May Day in Cuba. The meeting, titled "Cuba Under Siege, U.S. Threatens War, Cuban People Organize to Overcome It," was organized by the Miami Coalition to End the U.S. Blockade of Cuba.
(2026-05-07). EU: Protect Integrity of Anti-Deforestation Law. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Cattle walk along an illegally deforested area in an extractive reserve near Jaci-Parana, Rondonia state, Brazil, July 12, 2023. | © 2023 Andre Penner/AP Photo | (Brussels) — The European Commission's announcement that it would not initiate a process to further amend the text of its milestone anti-deforestation regulation paves the way for it to be implemented by the end of 2026, Human Rights Watch said today. However, at the same time, the Commission has proposed to exclude leather from the list of products covered by the regulation, which would create a major loophole."It i…
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/16: Palestinian Cultural Day. indybay.org Santa Clara County Government Center | James P. McEntee Plaza | 70 West Hedding Street | San José, CA 95110…
(2026-05-07). Why is CNN suddenly covering 'Putin's fear of assassinations and coups'. infobrics.org Disunity and lack of loyalty were what brought down the effectively invincible Soviet Union just a few years after it reached the zenith of its might. In contrast, national unity and patriotism saved Russia (and, by extension, the world) from the very edge of the abyss during WWII. And while "anonymous intelligence reports" such as the one CNN published are filled with blatant lies, they confirm one important truth — Russia's enemies will always try to undermine it from within.
(2026-05-07). Friday 5/8: Six Stellar San Franciscans: a walking tour presenting "land & liberty" indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-05-07). Five suspects arrested for an ATM bombing in the North West. sanews.gov.za Five suspects arrested for an ATM bombing in the North West | An intelligence driven operation has resulted in the arrest of five suspects, including a police officer, in connection with an ATM bombing reported in the early hours of the morning in Dinokana, Zeerust in the North West. | The arrests follow a multidisciplinary operation that tracked the suspects and lead to a confrontation at Magogae Village, Mmabatho. During the shootout, three suspects were fatally wounded. | Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo welcomed the swift arrests, highlighting the dedication and coordination of the teams involved in bringing th…
(2026-05-07). Higher oil prices to come as reserves fall at record pace. wsws.org The "baseline" assumption of official forecasts that the war would be over in weeks has been shattered by events, with warnings that oil price hikes so far are only the beginning.
(2026-05-07). US lawmakers demand transparency on Israel's nuclear programme. newarab.com 
(2026-05-07). Somali pirates abandon hijacked UAE dhow due to dwindling supplies. aljazeera.com The lemon-laden Fahad-4, hijacked in late April, was used as a mothership to attack other ships.
(2026-05-07). On May Day Demonstrators Chant "Stop Shopping" as they March through Stanford Shopping Center. indybay.org On May 1st, San Francisco Peninsula activists held an action at a large upscale shopping center in Palo Alto.
(2026-05-07). San Diego Workers Gather at Chicano Park for May Day. portside.org San Diego Workers Gather at Chicano Park for May Day |
(2026-05-07). What's the full match schedule, groups and format for World Cup 2026? aljazeera.com All the teams, groups, key dates and kickoff times for the FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
(2026-05-07). Russia urges foreigners to leave Ukraine capital over Victory Day threat. scmp.com Russia told foreign governments and organisations to evacuate diplomatic staff and citizens from Kyiv, saying a retaliatory strike would be inevitable if Ukraine tried to attack Moscow during World War II Victory Day celebrations on May 9. | Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said late Wednesday that Russia had sent a message to all accredited embassies urging them to take "very, very seriously" a May 4 statement from the Defence Ministry warning of strikes if Ukraine interrupts the…
(2026-05-07). 2026 World Digital Education Conference to open in Hangzhou. ecns.cn The 2026 World Digital Education Conference will be held from May 11 to 13 in Hangzhou, China's Ministry of Education said Thursday.
(2026-05-07). The Historian Who Wants To Imagine an Alternative to Capitalism. portside.org The Historian Who Wants To Imagine an Alternative to Capitalism |
(2026-05-07). How Trump, Republicans, and Their Billionaires Took Your Money and Then Sold You Hate. portside.org How Trump, Republicans, and Their Billionaires Took Your Money and Then Sold You Hate |
(2026-05-07). Performances from Alice Cooper and Everclear, Love Your Park, 'Kinky Boots' on stage and more in this week's 'Things to Do'. whyy.org It's Mother's Day weekend, and we're hoping that one of these events resonates with Mom. If she's a sports fan, the Sixers try to make more noise in the playoffs with Games 3 and 4 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday and Sunday. If she prefers music, there's everything from classical with the Philadelphia Orchestra's Musician's Choice at the Kimmel to rock with MMRBQ at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion or reggae with the Wailers at Lansdowne Theater. | If Mom's a history buff, she might appreciate History That Doesn't Suck with Professor Greg Jackson at the Kimmel Center or the world premiere of "The Woman Question" at Br…
(2026-05-07). The Trump regime, oligarchy, and the fight for socialism. wsws.org This speech was given by Joseph Kishore, National Secretary of the Socialist Equality Party (US), at the International May Day 2026 Online Rally, held Friday, May 1.
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/16: Weekenders' SF World Naked Bike Ride. indybay.org Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park, The Embarcadero Promenade & Folsom Street, San Francisco üá∫üá∏ USA…
(2026-05-07). Tuesday 5/12: End Ai Job Theft + other Harms. Tuesdays & Thursdays thruout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Outside, in front of south wing entrance. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be.
(2026-05-07). Police arrest protester after five-days atop Washington bridge. aljazeera.com Police have arrested an anti-war protester after he ended a five-day sit-in atop Washington's Frederick Douglass bridge.
(2026-05-07). U.S., Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war ⚪ Axios. ecns.cn The United States and Iran are closing in on a one-page memo to end their war, Axios reported on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/9: Film: It Was Just An Accident directed by Jafar Panahi. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-05-07). The Supreme Court Is Lying About Racism in America. portside.org The Supreme Court Is Lying About Racism in America |
(2026-05-07). China ready to work for more stability, improvement in ties with U.S.: FM. ecns.cn China is willing to work with the United States to faithfully implement the important common understandings reached by the two heads of state, so that China-U.S. relations can truly stabilize and improve, to better benefit both countries and the whole world, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-05-07). The Business Tips That'll Help You Win More Gen Z Customers. moguldom.com Gen Z represents a big chunk of the consumer market, but it's also one of the most stubborn. Research from PwC shows that this demographic tends to spend less than anyone else and be more selective when it comes to purchasing products. Some businesses think this means you can afford to ignore the market, but …
(2026-05-07). Democracy Now! 2026-05-07 Thursday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Thursday, May 7, 2026 | Democracy Now! Thursday, May 7, 2026…
(2026-05-07). 'Stop the Game': Irish celebrities urge boycott of Israel match. newarab.com 
(2026-05-07). How America's Addiction to War led to Self-Harm. juancole.com Orono, Maine (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — In a recent interview on CBC, Timothy Snyder, an historian at the University of Toronto, noted that the U.S. is in "a catastrophic self-destructive mode". The war of aggression against Iran is the latest evidence of this since it is "wildly counter-productive". | He also commented on PM Mark Carney's initial support for the Iran War which Carney later retracted as it became more evident that this was a war of choice, rather than a war of necessity and would bring suffering upon many innocent people. | When asked about Alberta's separatist movement Snyder…
(2026-05-07). Rising Fuel costs overshadowing agenda for ASEAN summit in the Philippines. aljazeera.com ASEAN leaders have begun meeting in the Philippines as residents say their main concern is living costs.
(2026-05-07). Health care under fire: Ten years after Resolution 2286. icrc.org Scared, but doing it anyway – health care workers on saving lives when their own are at risk…
(2026-05-07). Earth in 2050: A stark vision of environmental decline. mronline.org 
UN report predicts crippling heat waves, polluted air, species extinctions, economic crises.
(2026-05-07). Close calls at Michigan's dams are a climate warning to America. grist.org 
Flooding across northern Michigan last month pushed rivers to record levels, testing the limits of the state's aging dams so severely that officials in one city nearly ordered evacuations as water threatened to spill over the top of a key barrier — a close call that highlights the growing risk that intensifying storms pose to similar infrastructure around the country. | Nationwide, the average dam is
(2026-05-07). Saturday 6/6: At the Intersection of Valencia & Sandino Plaza: A Walking Tour. indybay.org Meet at the corner of 16th Street & Rondell Place (in front of Mother)…
(2026-05-07). I was killed, but I forgot to die: The life of a waiting family. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Buried Wars: Landmines Shatter Iraq's Childhood Dreams. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). ICRC president arrives in Iran to discuss urgent humanitarian concerns. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Humanoid robot becomes Buddhist monk in South Korea. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-07). Iran: ICRC president says a return to war would be ruinous for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Mozambique: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Egypt: ICRC, Al-Azhar University Emphasize Shared Principles Between IHL and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Humanitarian action in the digital age: Reflections from CYBERUK. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Will the Iran war cause a global depression? strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-07). ICRC director-general concludes official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Can Philadelphia restaurants reduce overeating by offering small portions? whyy.org
(2026-05-07). Luhansk: Coping with the scars and strain of loss. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Criminal charges in Bosnian mine lead poisoning. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-07). 17 Philadelphia schools are set to close in 2027. Here's what to know. whyy.org
(2026-05-07). Brazil: ICRC director-general begins official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Cuba Denounces US Threat of Military Intervention. orinocotribune.com
(2026-05-07). Two former Chinese defense ministers handed death sentence with reprieve for graft. ecns.cn
(2026-05-07). Mali: ICRC provides further medical support for hospitals in the wake of fresh hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Cameroon: the struggle to access safe drinking water in Kerawa and Kolofata. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Afghanistan: Operational update on humanitarian response in Kamdesh and Barg-e-Matal Districts, Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Afghanistan: Humanitarian assistance to conflict-affected communities in Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Jordan: Facts and Figures – January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Azerbaijan: ICRC president meets Azerbaijan minister of foreign affairs to advance humanitarian dialogue. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Former Southwest Philly refinery site will become home to nuclear life science facility. whyy.org
(2026-05-07). The Health Care in Danger initiative. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). How the U.S.-Israel relationship weakens America and harms the world. strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-07). Somalia's Child Malnutrition Nears Five-Year Highs. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). FO Talks: Turkey's Eurasian Partnership with Russia and China Risks Isolation in NATO. fairobserver.com
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/9: Fascism, Racism, Labor & The General Strike: A UFCLP Panel. indybay.org
(2026-05-07). India-administered Kashmir launches campaign to fight youth drug addiction. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-07). Lebanon: Operational Facts and Figures – 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). Confronting Absence: Art, Testimony and Humanitarian Action on the Crisis of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-05-07). México Conferencia con referente Moira Millán sobre su libro ´Terricidio" indybay.org México: Conferencia de prensa con Moira Millán sobre su libro ´Terricidio. Sabiduría ancestral para un mundo alternativo ª…
(2026-05-07). Quem foi Sabatai Zevi, o Messias judeu de 1666? strategic-culture.su Em 1666, messias judeu Sabatai Zevi causou frenesi, converteu-se ao Isl࣠e legou seitas ocultistas. | Junte-se a nós no Escreva para nós: | Nos últimos anos, Israel tem tentado impor à opinià£o pública que todos os qu…
(2026-05-07). Aumento delle tensioni istituzionali in Brasile. strategic-culture.su Le tensioni tra il potere legislativo e quello giudiziario stanno aumentando. | Segue nostro Il rifiuto da parte del Senato brasiliano della nomina di Jorge Messias alla Corte Suprema Federale segna un punto di svolta significativo nelle dinamiche istituzionali della cosiddetta "Nuova Repubblica" (il regime politico brasiliano in vigore dal 1988). Lungi dal rappresentare una rottura, l'episodio puà≤ essere interpretato come una manife…
(2026-05-07). La NATO scricchiola e Bruxelles punta dritto il baratro finale. strategic-culture.su Fabrizio Poggi | Segue nostro Nel campo NATO si sono verificati ultimamente fenomeni strani e curiosi: Parigi e Berlino promuovono l'idea di un esercito europeo al di fuori del blocco nordatlantico e di una coalizione di paesi disposti a combattere la Russia nelle steppe ucraine | 2 maggio. Nell'anniversario della strage nazista alla Casa dei sindacati di Odessa, il 2 maggio del 2014, si deve constatare che l'Europa ha dichiarato guerra…
(2026-05-07). May Day in San José Marks 20 Years Since El Gigante. indybay.org This year's May Day march in San José started at the same location as El Gigante, a name the mega march of 2006 took on due to the huge number of participants.
(2026-05-07). Bolivian police fire tear gas at protesting teachers. aljazeera.com Bolivian police fired tear gas at protesters in La Paz, as three separate groups rallied against the government.
(2026-05-07). Trump administration attacks Costa Rican media to silence opposition to fascistic puppet regime. wsws.org Despite the right-wing character of La Nación, the visa revocations are a naked attack by a Hitler-inspired imperialist regime seeking to crush even limited criticism of its puppet government.
(2026-05-06). Green Party getting all hands on deck for polling day. thecanary.co 
Ahead of the local elections on Thursday 7 May, the Green Party is reminding supporters of ways they can help boost the vote. Manchester Greens have shared a sign-up page for anyone who wants to help on polling day. And they've stressed the difference it can make: JUST RELEASED: Data has come out showing it's […] | By
(2026-05-06). UN commissioner condemns Israeli kidnapping, detention of Brazilian flotilla activist. asiapacificreport.nz By Jamil Chade The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has condemned Israel, saying it has no right to detain Brazilian activist Thiago àÅvila and demanding his "immediate and unconditional" release. In a statement on Tuesday, Thameen Al-Kheeta, spokesperson for the United Nations entity, said: "Israel must immediately and unconditionally release Saif Abukeshek and Thiago…
(2026-05-06). Manele calls parliament for Thursday to face no confidence motion. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific The Solomon Islands Parliament will convene tomorrow — Thursday, May 7 — to consider a motion of no confidence in Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele. Parliament House has confirmed to RNZ Pacific that the Clerk to Parliament Jefferson Hallu has issued advisory letters to all MPs that the sitting will begin at 9: 30am local…
(2026-05-06). Monarcha Upstander Training in Chequamegon Bay, WI May 7, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-06). Has the handling of the Iran war divided the GCC permanently? strategic-culture.su
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(2026-05-06). L'Iran non è sull'orlo del baratro: la forza negoziale di Teheran passa da Hormuz. strategic-culture.su La propaganda mediatica occidentale descrive l'Iran come un Paese distrutto e costretto alla resa. Ma il controllo dello Stretto di Hormuz, l'impatto globale del blocco navale e la stessa dinamica negoziale mostrano una realtà opposta: Teheran tratta da una posizione di forza. | Segue nostro La narrazione dominante dei media occidentali sull'Iran segue da anni uno schema quasi automatico: ogni crisi viene presentata come l'ultima, ogni p…