2025-07-30: News Headlines

newarab (2025-07-30). At least 46 killed by Israeli fire in Gaza as war drags on. newarab.com Israeli strikes and gunfire in the Gaza Strip killed at least 46 Palestinians overnight into Wednesday morning, most of them among crowds seeking food, local hospitals said. | The dead include more than 30 people who were killed while seeking humanitarian aid, according to that treated dozens of wounded people. | Seven Palestinians, including a child, have also died of malnutrition-related causes in the Gaza Strip in the past 24 hours, the territory's health ministry said on Wednesday. | Scenes of starvation in Gaza have shocked the world. Israel is facing growing accusations of restricting the flow of humanit…

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Death toll from famine in Gaza rises to 154, including 89 children: Health ministry in the besieged strip. english.almanar.com.lb

aljazeera (2025-07-30). What is Israel's war taking from Gaza's children. aljazeera.com The war on Gaza is leaving behind a generation of orphans. Many children survive, but they will grow up without parents.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Gaza's starving children face permanent damage from chronic hunger. aljazeera.com Doctors fear that even if aid reaches Gaza's starving children, it may come too late to save them from irreversible harm…

Jordan Atwood (2025-07-30). Sanders moves to block Trump's arms sales to Israel amid Gaza atrocities. nationofchange.org Citing mass civilian deaths, famine, and potential violations of U.S. law, Senator Bernie Sanders is forcing Senate votes to halt billions in bombs and rifles destined for Israel's military.

Julie Hollar (2025-07-30). Media largely ignored Gaza famine when there was time to avert mass starvation. nationofchange.org Major U.S. media, likewise, bear a share of responsibility for the hunger-related deaths in Gaza.

newarab (2025-07-30). More Western countries to recognise Palestine amid Gaza famine. newarab.com Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela made the announcement hours after his British counterpart

David Cronin (2025-07-30). Britain forced a famine on Ireland, now taking part in the Gaza genocide. electronicintifada.net The world is allowing Israel to starve Palestinians.

| AFP | (2025-07-30). Global monitor seeks to avert Gaza famine. tribune.com.pk Gaza is slipping into famine, the UN aid agencies warned on Tuesday, as the health ministry in the Hamas-run territory said the Palestinian death toll in the nearly 22-month war had surpassed 60,000. | The World Food Programme, UNICEF and the Food and Agriculture Organisation warned that time was running out and that Gaza was "on the brink of a full-scale famine". | "We need to flood Gaza with large-scale food aid, immediately and without obstruction, and keep it flowing each and every day to prevent mass starvation," WFP executive director Cindy McCain said in a joint statement from the agencies. | This week,…

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Gaza: Day 663 Sees Continued Israeli Strikes, Famine, and Displacement. english.almanar.com.lb On its 663rd day, the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip persisted with relentless air and artillery bombardments, claiming more lives and deepening an already catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Throughout the day, occupation forces launched dozens of airstrikes, including one that tragically killed Nassif Jamal al-Dahdouh, joining his five sons, and others directly targeting desperate …

Bay Area PYM (2025-07-30). Wednesday 7/30: Bay Area Noise Demo: Stop Starving Gaza Now! indybay.org BCG Office, 2 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco…

USCPR (2025-07-30). Wednesday 7/30: Stop Starving Gaza Power Hour. indybay.org Online | uscpract.org/powerhour

_____ (2025-07-30). CPJ, 35 others urge Israel to allow free movement of journalists in and out of Gaza. CPJ Staff

Staff (2025-07-30). Born under bombardment and dead within ten hours: meet Suaad, murdered by Israel. thecanary.co Suaad was born under a nylon tent in Gaza, surrounded by the smell of smoke still rising from destroyed houses, in the arms of a mother exhausted by displacement, hunger, and fear — all manifested by Israel. The streets of Khan Yunis were crowded with poor people fleeing death, and death was not far away. …

Ryan Black (2025-07-30). 'MORAL INJURY': Murdered In Gaza, Disappeared In America. progressivehub.net ABBA SOLOMON…

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Israeli organisations say Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. greenleft.org.au

SIU HIN LEE (2025-07-30). Global Solidarity Urged at International Webinar on Humanitarian Aid in Gaza. indybay.org Hosted by Panda Aid (China) and co-organized by the International Action Center (IAC) in New York, the webinar "Heroes of Gaza Humanitarian Aid and Peace Activism Awards" brought together humanitarian organizations and peace activists from around the world.

Ann Wright, former US Diplomat, Popular Resistance. (2025-07-30). US Embassy-Israel Consular Officials Have NOT Visited Citizens From Flotilla. popularresistance.org As a former US diplomat charged with the protection of US citizens outside the U.S., I am appalled that no officials from the US Embassy in Israel have made visits to Givon prison in Israel to check on the welfare of the seven US citizens from the Gaza flotilla ship Handala who have been imprisoned for over four days. | Officials from other countries whose citizens were on the Handala have made visits to the prison to talk in person about their welfare, conditions and treatment in the prison and treatment by Israeli commandos when the ship was boarded in international waters on July 26, 2025 and US citizens taken…

Gilbert Achcar, Rodrigo Utrera (2025-07-30). Neofascism, imperialism, war and revolution in the Middle East. links.org.au Gilbert Achcar — US imperialism is far from dead. Instead, what we have is a mutation of US imperialism, which began not with Trump, but with Biden and the war in Gaza.

latintimes (2025-07-30). White House Envoy Might Enter Gaza To Evaluate Humanitarian Situation: 'The President Wants To Know More'. latintimes.com White House envoy Steve Witkoff may travel to Gaza to evaluate the humanitarian situation in the enclave…

Alina Ramos Martin (2025-07-30). More than 1,000 complaints filed against German Chancellor for Gaza. plenglish.com Berlin, July 30 (Prensa Latina) The German Attorney General's Office has received more than 1,000 complaints against Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz for his government's policy in Gaza, Focus magazine revealed.

newarab (2025-07-30). Israel critic Francesca Albanese says US sanctions harming her. newarab.com An independent U.N. investigator and outspoken critic of Israel's conduct in Gaza says that the Francesca Albanese, the U.N. special rapporteur for the West Bank and Gaza, is a member of a group of experts chosen by the 47-member U.N. Human Rights Council in Geneva. She is tasked with probing human rights abuses in the Palestinian territories and has been vocal about what she has described as a genocide by…

newarab (2025-07-30). Israeli officials are publicly planning to annex, colonise Gaza. newarab.com As negotiations between Yesterday, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich declared that An…

newarab (2025-07-30). The fashion industry is complicit in Gaza. Can BDS force change. newarab.com I first learnt about

newarab (2025-07-30). The UK government has totally failed to stop the Gaza genocide. newarab.com The UK Prime Minister recently

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). UK unveils plan to recognise Palestine by September. gnnhd.tv Starmer says to go ahead unless Israel agrees to Gaza ceasefire…

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-07-30). My Letter To Australian MP Mark Dreyfus About Gaza. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Listen to a reading of this article (reading by Tim Foley): I wrote the following letter to Mark Dreyfus, my local MP here in Australia: Dear Mr Dreyfus, Today I saw the skeleton of a young man in Gaza picked clean by dogs, his arms and head intact but the rest of his body was …

Kim Petersen (2025-07-30). Before, During, and After Savagery: Hamid Dabashi's "After Savagery, Gaza Genocide and the Illusion of Western Civilization" globalresearch.ca "But the state of Israel was not created for the salvation of the Jew; it was created for the salvation of Western interests." — James Baldwin, "Open Letter to the Born Again" (September 29, 1979). Quoted in Hamid Dabashi,

UMMID (2025-07-30). Viral Video: Egyptian throws food in sea praying they reach Gaza. ummid.com In a video clip which has gone viral, an Egyptian man is seen throwing bottles filled with food, praying they reach the Palestinians in Gaza under the Israeli blockade.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Aid ship Handala approaches Gaza. ummid.com Handala, the new aid ship launched by Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC), approaches Gaza, the organizers said.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Gaza Genocide mars Olympics anniversary celebrations in Paris. ummid.com The Olympic hot air balloon in Paris was Sunday July 27, 2025 illuminated in the sky with a message written with 'Stop the Genocide in Gaza'.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Formula 1 Legend slams Israel over devastation in Gaza. ummid.com In yet another shameful episode for the Zionists, Formula 1 Legend Lewis Hamilton has joined the list of celebrities condemning the devastation in Gaza.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Netherlands latest to ban Smotrich, Ben Gvir. ummid.com The Netherlands is the latest country to ban two Israeli ministers, Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir, over illegal settlers' violence and Israeli genocide of Palestinians in Gaza.

| Web Desk | (2025-07-30). At least 16 Palestinians, including 13 aid seekers, killed in Israeli attacks. tribune.com.pk At least 16 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza since dawn, including 13 aid seekers who were shot by Israeli forces near aid centres, according to medical sources. | Israel has allowed 109 aid trucks into Gaza, but according to the Gaza media office, most of the supplies were looted amidst the escalating security chaos. | Palestinians bring back aid parcels they managed to procure as they walk on a coastal path west of Beit Lahia on July 29, 2025, after aid trucks entered the Israel-besieged Gaza Strip from the northern Zikim border crossing. — AFP | The office also reported…

| AFP | (2025-07-30). UK unveils plan to recognise Palestine. tribune.com.pk Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Tuesday the UK will formally recognise the State of Palestine in September unless Israel takes various "substantive steps" in Gaza, including agreeing to a ceasefire. | The potentially landmark move, part of a plan for "lasting peace" that Starmer is putting forward, came after the UK leader recalled his cabinet from recess for urgent talks on the worsening situation in the besieged territory. Starmer told his ministers London will formally recognise a Palestinian state in September if the Israeli government has not taken the steps demanded, his office said. | They include…

| AFP | (2025-07-30). Hamas asked to disarm, give up Gaza. tribune.com.pk Arab countries, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, joined calls on Tuesday for Hamas to disarm and end its rule of Gaza, in a bid to end the devastating war in the Palestinian territory. | Seventeen countries plus the European Union and Arab League threw their weight behind a seven-page text agreed at a United Nations conference on reviving the two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians. | "In the context of ending the war in Gaza, Hamas must end its rule in Gaza and hand over its weapons to the Palestinian Authority, with international engagement and support, in line with the objective of a sove…

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Israeli Far-right minister calls for categorizing Israeli captives in Gaza as 'prisoners of war'. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Yemeni Forces Stage Fresh Missile Strike at Ben Gurion Airport, Vow Unwavering Support to Gaza. english.almanar.com.lb Yemeni Armed Forces staged a new missile strike targeting the Zionist entity in support of the oppressed people in Palestine's Gaza, the revolutionary forces announced on Tuesday. In a statement, Yemeni Armed Forces' Spokesman Brigadier Yahya Saree said the strike employed Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile that was aimed at the Israeli airport in Al-Lod airport, …

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). UNRWA: The crisis in Gaza is worsening and the world is watching silently. english.almanar.com.lb

ICRC (2025-07-30). ICRC mourns colleague killed in Gaza. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC outraged by attack that wounded ICRC staff, PRCS volunteer during Gaza rescue mission. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC president calls for urgent collective action by states to end abhorrent suffering in Gaza. icrc.org The following is a statement attributable to ICRC president Mirjana Spoljaric on the humanitarian situation in Gaza…

Ryan Black (2025-07-30). A Hell Made for the Innocent: Of Monsters, Media, And The Gentle Language Of Genocide. progressivehub.net RJ ESKOW | THE ZERO HOUR REPORT…

Doctors Against Genocide (2025-07-30). Sunday 8/3: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org

Nayvin Gordon (2025-07-30). Action Required Now: Stop World War III and The Second Nazi Holocaust. indybay.org Racism, Genocide, Hatred, Profit and the first stage of Nuclear War…

Staff (2025-07-30). Ventura County Organizes Against ICE. covertactionbulletin.podbean.com Militarized ICE and Homeland Security raids targeted farms in California's Central Coast on July 10th, with 200 farm workers ending up arrested, some being critically injured and one tragically losing his life. Masked and heavily armed ICE agents used tear gas and rubber bullets to target workers and those who came to their defense. As …

Staff (2025-07-30). Why The U.S. Won't End The Korean War. soundcloud.com Coinciding with the 72nd anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended military hostilities during the Korean War, a historic People's Summit for Korea took place in New York City between July 25th and 27th. Brian Becker, host of The Socialist Program, was a guest on one of the plenary panels entitled "The Long …

Staff (2025-07-30). Marginalised communities are still invisible in the media, new research shows. thecanary.co A new report from Birmingham City University (BCU) is calling for more real and relatable stories about marginalised communities on television, radio, and streaming platforms. Marginalised people still… marginalised by the media Authentic Portrayal in UK Media: Insights from Expert Panels on Race, Disability, and Class explored the representation of racially minoritised, disabled, and working-class people. …

Staff (2025-07-30). Analysis Shows Big Corporations Are Using Trump Trade Chaos as 'Cover' to Jack Up Prices. scheerpost.com Grocery store, Louisiana. Infrogmation, CC BY-SA 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible donation. By Brad Reed / …

Staff (2025-07-30). How 'Tariff Man' is Bringing Back the Gilded Age. scheerpost.com Golden Trump car by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY SA 2.0 / Flickr In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible donation. By Alfred McCoy / TomDispatch …

Staff (2025-07-30). Disgraced former Colombian president àÅlvaro Uribe convicted in historic trial. peoplesdispatch.org The highly controversial former Colombian president àÅlvaro Uribe was convicted of bribing witnesses and committing procedural fraud on Monday, July 28. Judge Sandra Heredia, who read out the decision, stated that the accusations were "proven beyond reasonable doubt". The prosecutor in the case requested a sentence of nine and a half years in prison, a …

Staff (2025-07-30). Noboa dismisses 5,000 public employees. peoplesdispatch.org Ecuador's government announced on July 24 that 5,000 public employees will be laid off and that several public offices will be combined. Political parties and grassroots movements have publicly denounced the decision and have announced demonstrations to oppose it. The so-called "neoliberal offensive" appears to be off to a radical start in the second administration …

SAM (2025-07-30). Trump Wants To Stop Regulating Greenhouse Gases Entirely. progressivehub.net KATE YODER | GRIST…

AROC (2025-07-30). Justice for Awdah. indybay.org Israeli settlers have murdered beloved Palestinian human rights defender Awdah Hathaleen, from the Umm Al-Khair community in Masafer Yatta of occupied Palestine. Awdah, who had flown to San Francisco International Airport in June 2025 for a humanitarian visit in order to share his story and experiences of living under Israeli occupation, was detained and deported back to Palestine, where he was murdered only weeks later.

CAT (2025-07-30). Monday 7/28: San Francisco: Tesla Takedown. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell)…

Center for Constitutional Rights (2025-07-30). Groups Sue to Compel Trump Admin to Release Info on Detention of Immigrants at Guantánamo. indybay.org Hundreds denied due process and held in abusive conditions as administration plans to send thousands more to infamous prison site…

Freedom Socialist Party (2025-07-30). Wednesday 8/6: Study Group: Socialist Feminism — The First Decade, 5th session. indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St. | San Francisco, CA 94109…

Gisela Notz (2025-07-30). Work is more than a job to earn money. indybay.org Expanding the concept of work is vital… Ultimately, the aim is to distribute all socially necessary work that is (currently) paid and (currently) unpaid in a more just and equitable manner. Ultimately, the aim is to abolish alienated labor and promote "personality-enhancing work" in all areas of work, as well as the participation of men and women in all aspects of life.

Ben Radford (2025-07-30). David Robie marks 40 years since Rainbow Warrior bombing with new edition of 'Eyes of Fire'. greenleft.org.au Forty years after agents from France's secret service bombed the Greenpeace flagship Rainbow Warrior as it was moored in Auckland Harbour, Aotearoa New Zealand, award‚Äëwinning journalist David Robie has released a fully updated anniversary edition of his book Eyes of Fire: The Last Voyage and Legacy of the Rainbow Warrior, writes Ben Radford.

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Court rejects 'climate emergency defence' from Disrupt Burrup Hub activist. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). The deceit in Labor's posturing on 'national interest'. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). NSW appeals court halts Mount Pleasant coal mine expansion. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Palestine Action Group calls 'March for Humanity' over Harbour Bridge. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Palestine convergence demands Labor sanction Israel. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Queensland teachers to strike over shortages, wages. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Refugees protest on 12th anniversary of Kevin Rudd's 'PNG solution'. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Residents demolish IWC's pro-developer plan. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Stadium, poverty and environment polarise Tasmanian election. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Talisman Sabre exercises prepare Australia for war on China. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-07-30). Visiting unionist says Sri Lankan plantation workers face new casualisation threat. greenleft.org.au

Indivisible Civil Rights Group (2025-07-30). Monday 8/18: Protest Against the Trump Regime. indybay.org At the corner of Ocean and Water Streets in Santa Cruz…

Kerry Smith (2025-07-30). Aboriginal organisations, Lidia Thorpe call on Labor to cut funding to NT Police. greenleft.org.au Aboriginal organisations and independent Victorian Senator Lidia Thorpe are calling on the federal government to suspend federal funds for policing and prisons in the Northern Territory until the Country Liberal Party government reduces the incarceration of First Peoples and children. Kerry Smith reports.

Laura Tyson (2025-07-30). Trump Has Wrecked the US Economy by Laura Tyson, 7/3. indybay.org Trump's draconian immigration policy represses the vital need for immigrants in harvesting, hospitality and construction. Ms. Tyson, the chief economic advisor under Obama, is a professor at UC-Berkeley…

Mike Walter (2025-07-30). The Heat: China-U.S. Trade. america.cgtn.com Chinese and U.S. negotiators finished two days of talks on Tuesday aimed at tackling longstanding economic disputes with both sides stepping back from an escalating trade war between the world's two biggest economies. | Joining the discussion: |

National Mobilization 4 Reproductive Justice (2025-07-30). Sunday 8/17: Voices from Embattled States ⚪ Reproductive Justice. indybay.org Online | Based in Seattle…

Norman Solomon (2025-07-30). The Genocidal Partnership of Israel and the United States. indybay.org Two wings of a war machine…

Pacifica's Capitalism, Race & Democracy (2025-07-30). Trump Attacks Science-Based Regs, Higher Education & US Workers; AI Threatens Teachers. indybay.org Pacifica's Capitalism, Race & Democracy Covers Trump Attacks Science-Based Regs, Higher Education & US Workers; AI Threatens Teachers…

Palestine Justice Coalition (2025-07-30). Saturday 8/2: Stop the War on Palestine. indybay.org Ocean at Water St. Santa Cruz…

Rhythmix Cultural Works (2025-07-30). Saturday 8/23: Rising Seas 4 with Manilatown Ancestral Ensemble. indybay.org Bohol Circle Immigrant Park (2901 5th Street, Alameda)…

Sofija Filipovic (2025-07-30). Serbia: Protesters face police repression as actions continue into their 8th month. greenleft.org.au Since November 1, students and community members in Serbia have been blockading, protesting and building the largest anti-corruption movement Europe has seen in recent history. Sofija Filipovic returned there just in time to participate in one of the latest actions.

some folks (2025-07-30). State Park Rangers Cut Down Healthy Trees to Prevent a Rope Swing. indybay.org California State Park Rangers cut down a healthy tree at DL Bliss State Park to prevent a rope swing.

Steve Topple (2025-07-30). Horoscope today: your 24-hour briefing for life, love, and more. thecanary.co Here's today's horoscope from the Canary — helping guide you through life, with a daily dose of lifestyle musings for our readers. Your horoscope for Wednesday 30 July 2025 Aries ‚ôà Mars forms a supportive trine with the Moon today, sharpening your drive — but don't waste it on chasing praise. Use your energy to […] | By

Susan Price (2025-07-30). Behind the Thailand-Cambodia conflict. greenleft.org.au Thailand and Cambodia have now agreed on an unconditional ceasefire to end fighting in disputed zones along their 800-kilometre border, reports Susan Price. But what was behind the escalation?

The Wolves (2025-07-30). Monday 8/4: Protest Musk and his Billionaire Pals at Tesla Engineering HQ. indybay.org Hanover at Page Mill Rd. | Palo Alto…

United Front Committee For A Labor Party (2025-07-30). Saturday 8/16: Stop Poisoning Residents, Public Places/Workers at Apple Plant, Stop Retaliation of Workers. indybay.org Apple Inc. Semiconductor chip manufacturing plant in Santa Clara, 3250 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA…

via DSA Santa Cruz (2025-07-30). Friday 8/1: DSA Movie Night. indybay.org London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St, Santa Cruz…

via Maggie's Gurls Foundation (2025-07-30). Monday 8/4: Pink Ladies of the Sonnets. indybay.org Audrey Stanley Grove, DeLaveaga Park, 501 Upper Park Road, Santa Cruz…

WSWS (2025-07-30). Official backing for crypto creating conditions for financial crisis. wsws.org The promotion of crypto is only the most egregious expression of the growth of financial speculation, parasitism and outright criminality.

WSWS (2025-07-30). In cold blood: Israeli settler-terrorist shoots and kills Palestinian who worked on No Other Land. wsws.org Video footage of the horrifying incident has circulated widely. Hathalin, 31, was a teacher from Masafer Yatta in the South Hebron Hills, who played a supporting role in No Other Land.

WSWS (2025-07-30). UK and Australian Labor governments sign anti-China military treaty. wsws.org The treaty marks an escalation of the preparations for war against China, accompanied by an aggressive reassertion of the role of British imperialism in the Indo-Pacific region.

WSWS (2025-07-30). Labor seeks to ban pro-Palestinian march across Sydney Harbour Bridge. wsws.org The government's police-state measure again demonstrates Labor's support for the genocidal Zionist state and its determination to suppress mass opposition to war crimes.

WSWS (2025-07-30). ICE seizes and holds Korean-American scientist and legal US resident incommunicado. wsws.org Korean American scientist and longtime US legal permanent resident Tae Heung Kim was detained by ICE on July 21 and has been denied both access to his attorney and communication with his family without explanation.

WSWS (2025-07-30). Over 200 meat processing workers in Iowa face immediate deportation following revocation of work visas. wsws.org The refusal of the UFCW to release a statement, much less defend any of the workers facing immediate deportation, underscores that it is not a union organized in defense of workers' economic, social and democratic rights but an organization of scabs operating on behalf of the corporations and government.

WSWS (2025-07-30). Resolution at public hearing on death of Stellantis worker Ronald Adams Sr. demands "end to cover-up of ongoing industrial slaughter" wsws.org The following resolution was unanimously supported by workers and young people at the public hearing in Detroit on Sunday, July 27.

WSWS (2025-07-30). Relatives of the "missing" from Sri Lanka's communal war speak out. wsws.org Many Tamil families have spent decades searching for their loved ones and demanding the prosecution of the war criminals responsible.

WSWS (2025-07-30). Capitulation at Columbia: The Democrats enable Trump's assault on free speech. wsws.org The university's prostration before Trump is a warning that no section of the ruling class is capable of defending democratic rights.

WSWS (2025-07-30). Missouri governor signs law enabling landlords to reject renters on public assistance. wsws.org House Bill 595 gives landlords across the state the explicit right to refuse tenants who pay rent using Section 8 housing vouchers, Social Security, child support, disability payments or tipped income.

Peter Certo (2025-07-30). In OtherWords: August 6, 2025. otherwords.org

Peter Certo (2025-07-30). In OtherWords: July 30, 2025. otherwords.org We've got a good one for you this week! To start, Sonia Banker connects ICE raids on schools to increasing absences — which impacts learning and potentially funding as well. Meanwhile, Louisville city council member Shameka Parrish-Wright says

Sean Mason (2025-07-30). Populism Can Win Back Working Class Voters. otherwords.org The Democratic Party lost big in 2024. If it hopes to bounce back, making inroads with the working class is the only way possible — and a Democrats have historically counted on the votes of working class Americans, but that's changed as white working class voters defected to Trump and the GOP. In the last cycle, Latino men and even a significant number of Black men swung to the GOP as well.

Shameka Parrish-Wright (2025-07-30). We Can't Arrest Our Way Out of Homelessness. otherwords.org Punishing people for being poor doesn't make them less poor. And jailing someone who's homeless doesn't make them housed. But that's exactly what President Only affordable housing and accessible healthcare will get people off the streets so they can live a stable life. Instead, Trump's order calls for local and state governments to ticket and arrest people for living on our…

Sonali Kolhatkar (2025-07-30). Why Assisted Living Facilities Are in Crisis. otherwords.org A deadly In the aftermath, horrific scenes emerged of elderly residents trapped inside smoke-filled rooms and hanging out of windows, desperate for rescue. Victims ranged in age from 61 to 86. | Over the years, Gabriel House owner Dennis Etzkorn has

Sonia Banker (2025-07-30). Keep Immigration Raids Out of Schools. otherwords.org Only a few years after the pandemic, young kids in this country are seeing a whole new disruption to their learning: immigration raids. | One of the Trump administration's first actions after assuming office was to Since then, immigration raids have escalated — often under questionable pretenses. This spring, immigration…

Cathy Cowan Becker (2025-07-30). Big Insurance Companies Are Fleecing Disaster Survivors — and the Rest of Us. otherwords.org The nation's largest home and auto insurance companies say we can trust them, but lately they're behaving far more like villains than heroes. | As the climate crisis intensifies, big insurance companies are protecting their bottom line instead of policyholders. They're canceling policies, raising rates, and refusing to cover claims after major disasters — all while making huge profits from the causes of climate chaos. | Climate disaster damage in the United States has steadily increased, with costs

Danielle Jennings (2025-07-30). Altadena Rebuild Center Set To Open In Latest Wildfire Recovery Effort. newsone.com

Gilbert Achcar (2025-07-30). The mirage of a Palestinian state. links.org.au Gilbert Achcar — Countries recognizing a hypothetical "State of Palestine" is symbolically positive. But under present conditions, it can't be more than a renewed version of the vast prison the Zionist state confines Palestinian people in.

Joe Jurado (2025-07-30). Judge Blocks Trump Administration From Withholding Planned Parenthood Funds. newsone.com Source: Kevin Hagen / Getty | On Monday, a federal judge blocked the Trump administration from withholding Medicaid funds intended to go towards Planned Parenthood. |

Keenan Higgins (2025-07-30). Return To What?! Whites-Only Town In Arkansas Sparks Uproar. newsone.com Universal History Archive | On August 20, 1959, the Arkansas State Capitol was swarmed by a large crowd of white protesters (seen above) who each wanted to express how red-in-the-face they got at the idea of integrating Central High School. This came just two years after the bittersweet plight of the Little Rock Nine, itself a result of the historic 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling that called for the desegregation of all public schools. The immediate backlash was brutal for those young souls who put themselves on the line as pioneers — daily harassment, verbal abuse and even acid attacks only scr…

latintimes (2025-07-30). Family Discovers Naked Images of Delta Employee in iCloud Account After Losing IPad on Flight: Lawsuit. latintimes.com Brooke Brewer faced an unexpected predicament when strange and disturbing recordings began surfacing in her family's cloud account, including graphic content. She discovered a device left behind by one of her children on a Delta flight from Charleston to New York City, was not only lost, but being misused.

latintimes (2025-07-30). Family of Mexican Brothers Released From Alligator Alcatraz To Sue For Abuses In Detention. latintimes.com Family members of the Mexican brothers held at the center known as "Alligator Alcatraz" are set to file a lawsuit over alleged abuses while in detention…

latintimes (2025-07-30). Hegseth Reportedly Eyeing a Run For Office In Tennessee, a Move That Would Require Him To Resign. latintimes.com Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly considering running for political office in Tennessee next year, a move that would require him to resign from his post…

latintimes (2025-07-30). Kremlin Dismisses Trump's Deadline Threats, Insisting Russia Has 'Certain Immunity' to US Sanctions. latintimes.com Despite Trump's escalated measures, the Kremlin appeared to remain unfazed…

latintimes (2025-07-30). Musk Has Not Taken Steps To Launch His 'America Party' After Trump Fallout: He Has 'Read The Room'. latintimes.com Elon Musk has so far not taken formal steps to launch his "America Party" and other moves have hinted that it is not in his immediate plans…

latintimes (2025-07-30). Report Flags New Issues With Surveillance Footage Outside Epstein's Jail Cell. latintimes.com

latintimes (2025-07-30). Sixth Strongest Earthquake in World History Triggers Tsunami Warnings Throughout Pacific. latintimes.com

latintimes (2025-07-30). Taron Egerton Pours Cold Water on 'James Bond' Rumors: 'It Would Be Wasted On Me'. latintimes.com Taron Egerton, the renowned 35-year-old Kingsman actor, recently expressed his views on the ongoing buzz regarding the next James Bond and clarified his stance on potentially stepping into the iconic role.

latintimes (2025-07-30). Trump's No-Bail Detention Policy Against Immigrants Faces Legal Blowback: 'They Flipped the Statute on Its Head'. latintimes.com A class action lawsuit has been filed against the Trump administration's abrupt policy shift that mandates immigrants arrested by ICE remain in detention while fighting deportation.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). Aaron Benanav: Beyond Capitalism—1. newleftreview.org In the first instalment of a major contribution to the reconceptualization of a post-capitalist social order, Aaron Benanav marshals insights from a long century of socialist thought and practice—Cabet, Marx, Preobrazhensky, Neurath, Keynes—to lay the theoretical foundations for his own multi-criterial model.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). Alyssa Battistoni: Situating Freedom. newleftreview.org How might we reimagine freedom on an increasingly turbulent and resource-constrained planet? Charting a course between rival left accounts, Alyssa Battistoni offers a conception inspired by de Beauvoir's Ethics of Ambiguity: a 'situated' freedom, which recognizes natural contingency and centres human agency.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). Michael Burawoy: Palestine through a South African Lens. newleftreview.org In a draft text sent to NLR before his tragically early death, the sociologist reflects on the reasons for the starkly different outcomes of Afrikaner and Zionist settler colonialisms: in South Africa, a unified democratic republic, with all its problems; in Israel, ongoing war.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). Michael Levien: Michael Burawoy. newleftreview.org Intellectual reconstruction of the work of Michael Burawoy, from globe-spanning analysis of production regimes—post-colonial, advanced capitalist, state socialist—to theoretical dialogues with Polanyi, Bourdieu and Du Bois.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). NLR Editors: Michael Burawoy: 1947—2025. newleftreview.org The well-travelled life and consistently lucid, radical thought of global labour's great comparative ethnographer—and social theorist.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). Roberto Schwarz: Political Polyphonies. newleftreview.org Interview with the Brazilian critic and theorist on the literary and political ideas informing his epic play, Queen Lira. A volatile cacophony of voices disputing his country's path, from Dilma's impeachment to Bolsonaro's rise and Lula's unexpected return.

newleftreview (2025-07-30). Zhang Yongle: Reconfiguring Hegemony. newleftreview.org A view from China of the battle for America's ideological soul, pitting Trump, home-grown nemesis of Western liberal democracy, against Francis Fukuyama, subtlest philosopher of its world-historical triumph. Are these contrasted figures two manifestations of the same hegemonic principle?

Qassam Muaddi (2025-07-30). Israel just handed ownership of a historic mosque in Hebron to Jewish settlers. Here's what that means. mondoweiss.net Israel just transferred the administrative authorities over Hebron's iconic Ibrahimi Mosque from Palestinian to Israeli hands. The move is the first step in Judaizing Muslim places of worship in Palestine.

Staff (2025-07-30). Freedom Holding Corp. Invests in Strategic Philanthropy. moguldom.com On 20 July, the global chess community celebrated the 101st International Chess Day. The theme for this special date in 2025 was "Every Move Counts", to remind that every decision shapes the journey, both on the chessboard and in life. Freedom Holding Corp. has long supported this intellectual endeavor, making it increasingly accessible to everyone …

Staff (2025-07-30). 2025's Best Online Divorce Services Ranked by Price, Speed, and Ease. moguldom.com Divorce can feel overwhelming. It's tough emotionally and legally. Choosing the right online divorce service matters more than ever in 2025. There are many platforms, and it's easy to feel confused. My team and I have over three years of experience in legal services—we used that to review and rank the top online divorce services. …

Staff (2025-07-30). Celebrity Fans Likely To Attend NBA Games This Season. moguldom.com From comedians like Kevin Hart participating in NBA All-Star Celebrity games to various stars from other sports wearing their jerseys with pride, plenty of famous faces enjoy basketball. As the finest competition around, many of these instantly recognizable figures have been seen at NBA games on numerous occasions. After all, in the same way we …

Staff (2025-07-30). Is CA Governor Newsom and the California Legislative Black Caucus siphoning Reparations from American Freedmen to the California State University? moguldom.com What happened with CA Reparations in 2024? In 2024, two bills SB 1403 (the California American Freedmen Affairs Agency) and SB 1331 (The Fund for Reparations and Reparative Justice) authored by then California Senator Steven Bradford, were held at the Assembly floor and did not make it up for an Assembly vote due to both …

Staff (2025-07-30). CNE Publishes Results of Venezuela's Municipal Elections—No Detailed Vote Counts. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In a Telegram announcement, the electoral authority notified political organizations and candidates that they may now access partial results via a pdf document. The CNE has not released detailed election data—including vote counts or breakdowns—since the July 28, 2024, presidential election, raising transparency concerns about Venezuela's electoral sy…

Staff (2025-07-30). Venezuela, Iran Deepen Strategic Partnership via Presidential Phone Call Ahead of 75th Anniversary of Relations. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In a statement released earlier today, the Venezuelan Foreign Ministry described the exchange as "cordial, friendly, and cooperative." The conversation also served to prepare for August's 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations,…

WHYY (2025-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.

Sophia Schmidt (2025-07-30). PECO is offering $500 grants to help customers pay off overdue bills. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! PECO customers struggling to pay their electricity bills will have another source of assistance starting in August. | The utility announced the launch of a new customer assistance fund Wednesday. It will be funded with a

WHYY (2025-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

WHYY (2025-07-30). When Organ Donation Goes Wrong. whyy.org More than a hundred thousand people in the U.S. are on the national transplant list waiting for a life-saving organ. Hospitals across the country transplant more than 45,000 organs each year and there are rules and protocols about how it is supposed to go. But what happens when the process fails?

Sarah Mueller (2025-07-30). 'Outrageous': Delaware lawmakers schedule special session to address anger over higher property tax bills. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware lawmakers plan to go into a special session in August to address the frustration that's been mounting as residents across the state receive their first tax bills since historic property reassessments. | Legislators are expected to return to Dover on Aug. 12 to consider legislation aimed at trying to ease the cost of higher property values which resulted in hundreds or thousands more dollars owed for some home and business owners. At issue is school taxes and the res…

WHYY (2025-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

Alan Yu (2025-07-30). Trump cuts to National Institutes of Health took more than $100M out of Pa. economy, according to local researcher. whyy.org

Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza (2025-07-30). How Philadelphia women are still working to close the gender pay gap. whyy.org

Rebecca Acevedo (2025-07-30). Millville glassblowing studio looks to help veterans with PTSD and emotional trauma. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Once a month, a group of local military veterans gather around a furnace inside a glassblowing studio at WheatonArts in Millville, New Jersey, to create artistic objects. |

Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza (2025-07-30). Pennsylvania lawmakers say child care is broken, but don't agree on how to fix it — yet. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Running an early learning center for Pennsylvania's youngest students is more difficult than ever, operators told lawmakers at recent public hearings as the state considers big changes for the first time in nearly two decades. | "The math ain't mathing anymore," said Nicole Featherman, executive director of the LifeSpan School and Daycare, which has its main campus in Quakertown. | That's because child care subsidies reimburse providers 75 cents for every dollar spent, at bo…

Mary Clare Jalonick, Eric Tucker (2025-07-30). Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove for appeals court, pushing past whistleblower claims. whyy.org The Senate confirmed former Trump lawyer A former federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, Bove was on Trump's legal team during his

Carmen Russell-Sluchansky (2025-07-30). Proposed Pennsylvania legislation would beef up local news in areas lacking sufficient coverage. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Shari Jacobson regularly reads The New York Times, The New Yorker and other publications to stay up on national and international news as she prepares for the day in her hilltop home. | However, the professor of anthropology at Susquehanna University also tries to keep current on what's going on in her own region, around Lewistown and Pennsylvania's Union County. That's not as easy to do, she said. | "There's a lot of stuff that goes on locally that would be nice to learn mo…

Alexis Sterling (2025-07-30). Corporations exploit Trump's tariff chaos to raise prices as global economic uncertainty deepens. nationofchange.org As new tariffs drive up costs for food, steel, and manufacturing inputs, corporations are using the trade war as cover to inflate prices and profit margins while working families foot the bill.

Timothy Hopper (2025-07-30). How 'Making America Great Again' backfired. nationofchange.org From Europe to China, Trump's unilateral policies have often produced the opposite of their intended effects.

Alina Ramos Martin (2025-07-30). Costa Rica detects 56 screwworm cases in humans. plenglish.com San José, July 30 (Prensa Latina) Cases of screwworm myiasis (infection) in humans are increasing in Costa Rica, especially among people over 75 years of age, and now total 56 infected, according to the newspaper El Observador.

Alina Ramos Martin (2025-07-30). Serbia launches campaign to build a wall on the border with Croatia. plenglish.com Belgrade, July 30 (Prensa Latina) The Serbian conservative movement Naši launched the symbolic campaign "Buy a Brick for the Wall with Croatia," a citizens' initiative seeking to protest what they consider Zagreb's hostile policies toward their nation.

Alina Ramos Martin (2025-07-30). South Africa hosts G20 Ministerial Meeting on employment. plenglish.com Pretoria, July 30 (Prensa Latina) The South African Ministry of Employment and Labor is holding the G20 Labor and Employment Ministers' Meeting (LEMM) from today until tomorrow, July 31st.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-07-30). Ecuadorian opposition to request energy minister's impeachment. plenglish.com Quito, Jul 30 (Prensa Latina) Legislator Juan Andres Gonzalez, of the Revolucion Ciudadana (Citizen's Revolution-RC) movement, announced that he will file a request for impeachment against Ecuadorian Energy and Mines Minister Ines Manzano due to irregularities detected in electricity contracts.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-07-30). Global South Media Forum opens in Caracas. plenglish.com Caracas, Jul 30 (Prensa Latina) At the Voices of the New World forum, more than 220 journalists from twenty countries are discussing on Wednesday in this capital issues such as global communication and the need to coordinate its development without misinformation or hegemony.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-07-30). UN Charter's friends demand urgent measures for Palestine. plenglish.com Caracas, Jul 30 (Prensa Latina) The Group of Friends in Defense of the United Nations Charter called on the United Nations to adopt decisive measures to achieve a just and lasting peace in Palestine.

Javier Arana Villasusa (2025-07-30). Angola: Death toll rises to 22 due to riots. plenglish.com Luanda, Jul 30 (Prensa Latina) The Angolan Minister of the Interior, Manuel Homem, confirmed the death of 22 people and thta 197 were injured during the riots that took place in Luanda and other provinces of the country since July 28.

Javier Arana Villasusa (2025-07-30). Haiti goes on with fight against drugs. plenglish.com During the search, 525,245 gourdes (3,979 US dollars) were also seized and the agents arrested three suspects: Somane Etienne (60 years old), owner of the house; Guerda Pierre (38) and Myrlande Fils (34), according to Haiti Libre. | Two weeks ago, an operation carried out by agents of the Anti-Narcotics Brigade and the Haitian Departmental Unit for the Maintenance of Order led to the seizure of more than a ton of cocaine. | The Department of Justice and Public Security specified that on the coast of Turtle Island a speedboat was intercepted the day before and then the cargo seized. | The newspaper reported that…

Javier Arana Villasusa (2025-07-30). Uruguay's government regrets absence of opposition in social dialogue. plenglish.com Montevideo, Jul 30 (Prensa Latina) The Uruguayan government regretted the absence of opposition parties in the social dialogue, whose executive commission maintains its agenda of meetings with various sectors of society.

newarab (2025-07-30). Bashar Murad on music, resistance, and speaking truth to power. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Monica Hanna on why Egypt must reclaim Egyptology. newarab.com When we think of Wrapped in mystique and grandeur, Egyptology has long been portrayed as exotic, sexy, and full of secrets. | However, behind the allure lies a painful and often neglected truth: Egyptology emerged as and remains a colonial discipline. | It emerged from the ruins of an empire, built by Western archaeologists who excavated Egyptian land, extracted its treasures, and i…

newarab (2025-07-30). 'We lost everything': Voices from Suweida's sectarian violence. newarab.com In the wake of violent The violence, triggered by the abduction of a Druze merchant and retaliatory attacks, culminated in Israeli strikes on Syrian military targets under the pretext of defending the Druze, a small but influ…

newarab (2025-07-30). 18 migrants die in shipwreck off eastern Libya, 50 missing. newarab.com At least 18 migrants died in a shipwreck off the city of Tobruk in eastern Libya over the weekend, and 50 are still missing, the International Organization for Migration said on Tuesday, citing reports. | Ten survivors have been accounted for so far, the IOM said. | Tobruk is a coastal city near the border with Egypt. | A diplomatic source from the Egyptian consulate in Benghazi in eastern Libya told Reuters by phone that the migrants are from Egypt. | The diplomat said 10 bodies were identified and transferred back home, while the survivors were being held in an anti-illegal migration facility. | A Libyan Coa…

newarab (2025-07-30). African Union will 'not recognise' RSF's parallel govt in Sudan. newarab.com The African Union said on Wednesday it would not recognise a "so-called parallel government" in Sudan, urging its members to follow suit. | A bitter two-year civil war in Sudan has pitted the government against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), The AU's Peace and Security Council "called on all AU Member States and the international community to reject the fragmentation of Sudan and not recognise the so-c…

newarab (2025-07-30). Germany prepares huge orders for jets, armoured vehicles. newarab.com Germany is preparing a wave of multi-billion-euro procurement orders, including 20 Eurofighter jets, up to 3,000 Boxer armoured vehicles, and as many as 3,500 Patria infantry fighting vehicles, two sources familiar with the plans told Reuters. | The purchases are part of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Earlier this ye…

newarab (2025-07-30). Huge earthquake off Russia sparks Pacific tsunamis, evacuations. newarab.com One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck Russia's sparsely populated Far East on Wednesday, The magnitude 8.8 quake struck in the morning off Petropavlovsk on Russia's remote Kamchatka peninsula and was one of the 10 biggest recorded, according to the USGS. | Russian authorities said a tsunami hit and flooded the port town of Severo-Kurilsk, while local media said one of between three and four metres high was recorded…

newarab (2025-07-30). Impunity unleashes killing spree by Israeli settlers across WB. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Israeli army admits to 500 ceasefire violations in Lebanon. newarab.com The Israeli army admitted on Tuesday to carrying out hundreds of According to the Israeli daily

newarab (2025-07-30). Libyan coast guards train in Greece under plan to stem migrant flows. newarab.com Libyan coast guard officers have started training on the Greek island of Crete as part of a plan to strengthen cooperation and help the two countries stem a surge in migrant arrivals, Greek sources said on Wednesday. | Relations between Greece and Libya have been strained by A tender that Greece launched this year to develop hydrocarbon resources off Crete revived those tensions, w…

newarab (2025-07-30). Palestine Action wins bid to challenge UK terror ban. newarab.com The co-founder of a pro-Palestinian campaign group on Wednesday won her bid to bring a legal challenge against the British government's Huda Ammori, who helped found Pales…

newarab (2025-07-30). Palestinian state recognition 'does not reward Hamas', says UK. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Progressive Saikat Chakrabarti challenges Democrats' Pelosi. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). SDF leader renews unity deal with Syria gov after Suweida row. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Syria Druze families evacuated from Suweida amid fragile truce. newarab.com Authorities in southern "Under government facilitation and security protection, a group of Druze citizens who wished to leave Suweida have been evacuated," read a statement from the Suweida Governorate as reported by…

newarab (2025-07-30). Syria journalist Noor Suleiman released after arrest in Damascus. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Trump may skip South Africa G20 summit, cites policy disapproval. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). US pressures Lebanon to issue decision on Hezbollah disarmament. newarab.com Washington is ramping up pressure on Beirut to swiftly issue a formal cabinet decision committing to disarm Without a public commitment from Lebanese ministers, the U.S. will no longer dispatch U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack to Beirut for negotiations with Lebanese officials, or pressure Israel either to stop airstrikes or pull its troops from south Lebanon, according to the s…

newarab (2025-07-30). US imperialism has a new engine. Its battery? Congo's raw wealth. newarab.com The US-brokered ' Under the guise of economic cooperation, the agreement locks Congolese cobalt, copper, and coltan into Western supply chains, ensuring profits flow out of Africa. | This isn't diplomacy. It's colonialism with a fresh coat of paint. | The Democratic Republic of Congo produces nearly 70% of the world's cobalt and substantial shares of global c…

infobrics (2025-07-30). BRICS Nations Need to Build Consensus and Balance Innovation by Reinforcing Global South's Digital Sovereignty. infobrics.org Post expansion, Indonesia, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have joined the founding members Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. In a world divided in silos, BRICS nations are advancing pragmatic pluralism…

infobrics (2025-07-30). CGTN Poll: Expanded BRICS Ushers in New Era of Multilateral Cooperation. infobrics.org The five-colored Amazon kapok tree takes root in fertile soil, its branches reaching towards the sky — symbolizing unity, inclusivity and development. The emblem reflects the vibrant vitality of the BRICS cooperation mechanism…

infobrics (2025-07-30). From BRICS to BRICS+: Implications for the Global South. infobrics.org Originally composed of four members — Brazil, Russia, India and China in 2006 — with South Africa joining in 2011, BRICS, from 2024 to 2025, admitted six new members — Ethiopia, Egypt, Iran, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — becoming BRICS+…

infobrics (2025-07-30). US helping Neo-Nazi junta push for escalation by attacking Belarus. infobrics.org While Belarus has so far avoided direct involvement in the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict, the continuation of such provocations and subversive actions could force it to respond directly. On the other hand, the ongoing political instability of the Zelensky regime means it might be motivated to escalate in order to postpone its inevitable downfall. As they get more desperate, we might see further incidents.

infobrics (2025-07-30). Tensions emerging in partnership between Kiev and EU. infobrics.org The Ukrainian regime is failing to meet European standards of democracy.

infobrics (2025-07-30). Austria one step away from dangerous path against Russia. infobrics.org Austria's greatest advantage has always been its neutral status.

Chris Mills Rodrigo (2025-07-30). The Trump-GOP Budget Is a Dire Threat to Oregon's Patients, Hospitals, and Nurses. inequality.org

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Kate Yoder (2025-07-30). Trump's EPA is attacking its own power to fight climate change. grist.org In 2009, the Environmental Protection Agency declared that the rising concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere

Grist staff (2025-07-30). Trump's environmental policies are reshaping everyday life. Here's how. grist.org Over the last six months, Americans have been inundated with a near-constant stream of announcements from the federal government — programs shuttered, funding cut, jobs eliminated, and regulations gutted. President Donald Trump and his administration are executing a systematic dismantling of the environmental, economic, and scientific systems that underpin our society. The onslaught can feel overwhelming, opaque, or sometimes even distant, but these policies will have real effects on Americans' daily lives. | In this new guide, Grist examines the impact these changes could have, and are already having, o…

_____ (2025-07-30). 3 DRC journalists beaten, detained for trying to question provincial minister. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). CPJ, partners publish report on threats to community journalism in Guatemala. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). Ghanaian police, masked man attack journalists covering local election. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). Guatemala's Zamora detained 3 years; groups demand his release. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). DRC journalist Sadam Kapanda receives death threats for coverage of KasaàØ province conflict. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). Yemeni journalist Abduljabar Bajabeer arrested amid crackdown in Hadramout. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). CPJ calls for Kyrgyzstan probe into 2020 death of CPJ award winner Askarov. Lauren Wolfe

_____ (2025-07-30). "The Path to God" by German Spiritual Author BॠYin Râ. Part V. montanarcc.substack.com

_____ (2025-07-30). Congo journalist Rosie Pioth sent death threats for anniversary report on 1982 airport bombing. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-07-30). CPJ calls for Anas Al-Sharif's protection in face of Israeli smears. CPJ Staff

Adam Bienkov (2025-07-30). Labour MP Speaks Out About Keir Starmer's 'Punishment Beating' Suspensions of Party Rebels. bylinetimes.com I'm speaking to a Labour MP who voted against the Government's recent disability benefit cuts and now fears they will be the next victim of what they describe as the "punishment beatings" being dished out to Labour rebels suspended from the party. | "I'm on a hair trigger. I know that". | "And you can go around worrying about it, but I think there's a sense now that it's going to happen, and it probably doesn't really make much of a difference what I do." | "Either I'm going to come out of the room dead, or a made man. You just have to assume that. It's the only way, psychologically, that you can continue to o…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). India promoting hybrid warfare through terrorist groups: Field Marshal Asim Munir. gnnhd.tv Army Chief assails India's sponsorship of terrorists as failed attempt to target Baloch people's patriotism…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Rain emergency declared in Islamabad and Rawalpindi after heavy downpours. gnnhd.tv 'Over 80 millimeters of rain has been recorded in the twin cities so far'

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). 18 dead, over 50 missing as migrant boat capsizes near Libya's Tobruk. gnnhd.tv 10 people have been rescued so far, while search and rescue operations are ongoing for the remaining passengers…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Tsunami warning after powerful 8.8 quake off Russia's east coast. gnnhd.tv Governor of Severo-Kurilsk has urged residents to move to higher ground for their safety…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt celebrates his 66th birthday today. gnnhd.tv Even at 66, Sanjay Dutt's style, charisma, and energy remain an inspiration for younger actors…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). One rescued, one missing after landslide hits German climbers in Gilgit. gnnhd.tv The two German women were caught in a landslide on July 28 while attempting to summit Laila Peak…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Over 30 dead, 80,000 evacuated as torrential rains hit northern China. gnnhd.tv Dozens of roads have been closed and over 130 villages have lost electricity…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Sugar market reform on the horizon. gnnhd.tv 'Deregulation will not only increase market competition but also help sugarcane farmers receive better prices for their crop'

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Pakistan losing $2bn annually to undocumented gold exports. gnnhd.tv Government is considering policy measures to encourage legal and value-added exports of gold and precious stones…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Govt, JI hold talks in Mansoorah as march to Islamabad looms. gnnhd.tv Govt urges JI to halt march, party vows to proceed…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). ICC finalizes qualification process for 2028 Olympic cricket, Pakistan's chances slim. gnnhd.tv Under the new qualification model, the highest-ranked team from each continent will earn an automatic berth, ensuring representation from across the globe…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Nida Saleh becomes first female driver of Lahore's Orange Line Train. gnnhd.tv Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif expresses her happiness over the appointment of the first female driver on the Orange Line…

Adeel Daniel (2025-07-30). Attock tragedy: 2 dead, 3 missing as flood engulfs vehicle. gnnhd.tv Search and rescue efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining missing individuals…

Ahmed Adel (2025-07-30). Germany Steps Up Arms Race and Targets Russia by Acquiring Tomahawk Missiles. globalresearch.ca Germany wants Tomahawk cruise missiles and Typhon missile launchers to attack Moscow, writes Military Watch Magazine. The magazine

Alex Salmon (2025-07-30). Singapore: Pro-Palestine activists on trial. greenleft.org.au The trial of three activists from the Singaporean activist group, Letters for Palestine, entered its sixth and final day, on July 8, reports Alex Salmon.

Andrew Korybko (2025-07-30). Western Pressure on India Over Russia Already Backfired Even If It Partially Complies. korybko.substack.com

Anupam Khajuria (2025-07-30). Driving change: Solutions for EV battery waste in Asia and the Pacific. independentaustralia.net

APR editor (2025-07-30). New Caledonia's population drops to below 265,000, census reveals. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia's population has shrunk to 264,596 over the past six years, the latest census, conducted in April and May 2025, has revealed. This compares to the previous census, conducted in 2019, which recorded a population of 271,400 in the French Pacific territory. To explain the…

bwitanek (2025-07-30). NJCAP: Demand the Release of Chris Smalls Now! fightbackbetter.com AN URGENT OPEN LETTER TO THE NJ LEGISLATIVE BLACK CAUCUS AND THE LATINO ACTION NETWORK! | July 29, 2025 | GREETINGS! | DEMAND THE IMMEDIATE RELEASE OF JERSEY BASED LABOR ORGANIZER CHRIS SMALLS BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES NOW! | Labor organizer Chris Smalls has been taken into custody by Israeli authorities and been brutally beaten! | Chris, from Elizabeth New Jersey and who is best known for his recent efforts to unionize Amazon workers in Staten Island, was on an international humanitarian aid mission known as The Freedom Flotilla, an international collaboration by human rights forces from around the world, to shi…

Carla Stea (2025-07-30). Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Falsifies Report of Syria "Chemical Weapon Attack" globalresearch.ca [This article by GR's UN Correspondent Carla Stea was first published in March 2020.] | The authority of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons and similar organizations requires that its credibility be impeccable, and like Caesar's Wife, "above suspicion." …

Daniel Sneider (2025-07-30). North Korea-Russia alliance more than a 'brotherhood of arms'. asiatimes.com The three-day visit earlier this month of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to the North Korean coastal city of Wonsan marked a noticeable intensification of a strategic relationship between the two neighbors. The sheer trappings of the visit—from lavish treatment at newly opened resort to a tete-a-tete aboard North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's yacht—sent that message. …

David Brenner (2025-07-30). Eye on rare earths, Trump handing Myanmar to China. asiatimes.com The US Treasury Department's decision to lift sanctions on allies of Myanmar's military junta last Friday (July 25) marks a stark reversal of decades-long American foreign policy. These sanctions, imposed by the Biden administration on the anniversary of the 2021 coup, were a gesture of solidarity with Myanmar's pro-democracy movement and a country that has …

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Agricultural trade between Belarus, Tajikistan up by 34.8% in January-May. eng.belta.by As part of a working visit to China and the Meeting of the SCO Agriculture Ministers, Belarusian Agriculture and Food Minister Yuri Gorlov held talks with Tajikistan's Minister of Agriculture Qurbon Hakimzoda.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Belarus' grain harvest reaches 1.75m tonnes. eng.belta.by "As of 30 July, some 1,750,000 tonnes of grain were cropped in Belarus. The average yields are 8.7 centners per hectare higher than those a year ago," the ministry said.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Belarus looks to enhance cooperation with UAE in banking sector. eng.belta.by Chairman of the Board of the National Bank of Belarus Roman Golovchenko held a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the UAE to Belarus Ibrahim Salim Mohamed Al Musharrakh in Minsk on 30 July.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Business-diplomat meetings underway in Minsk. eng.belta.by The Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BelCCI) is hosting its annual consultations between Belarusian businesses and heads of Belarus' diplomatic missions on foreign market operations, BelTA has learned.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Lukashenko sends national day greetings to Morocco. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, on behalf of his compatriots and personally, extended congratulations to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the national holiday — Throne Day.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Bill on ratification of visa waiver agreement with Uganda introduced to Belarus' parliament. eng.belta.by The agreement stipulates that citizens of the Republic of Belarus and the Republic of Uganda holding valid diplomatic and service passports shall be exempt from visa requirements for entry, stay, exit or transit through the territory of the other party for a period not exceeding 30 days from the date of entry.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Expert: No one feels sorry for Ukraine but us. eng.belta.by "Recently on TikTok, I saw soldiers sitting in trenches on opposite sides singing the same songs – Katyusha and others. How can this be? They share the same language and culture, despite years of efforts to divide them," Andrei Bogodel said.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Russia's Yakutia, Belarus' Gomel Oblast outline key areas of cooperation. eng.belta.by To showcase the region's potential, the partners were presented with a video highlighting Gomel's logistics capabilities, industrial sector, innovation initiatives, agricultural industry, construction projects, as well as tourism, education, and healthcare developments.

eng.belta.by (2025-07-30). Belarus to face Australia at 2025 Continental Futsal Championship in Thailand. eng.belta.by In their second Group B preliminary round match, the Belarusian squad will face Australia (kickoff at 13: 00, live broadcast on Belarus 5 TV channel).

Faisal Ali Ghumman (2025-07-30). Another honour killing as married couple killed in Balochistan's Mastung. gnnhd.tv Victims were invited for a feast by woman's brothers…

Faisal Ali Ghumman (2025-07-30). GC University Fine Arts students shine bright at Ustad ALLAH Bux Gallery Alhamra. gnnhd.tv University students illuminate the path for Pakistan's artistic future…

Faisal Ali Ghumman (2025-07-30). Bushra Ansari reveals why her first marriage ended. gnnhd.tv Bushra Ansari was married to Iqbal Ansari for 38 years before their divorce in 2020…

Faisal Ali Ghumman (2025-07-30). SBP keeps policy rate unchanged at 11pc. gnnhd.tv Central bank had kept the rate unchanged on June 16 as well…

Grant Newsham (2025-07-30). Northern Mariana Islands lose their last best hope. asiatimes.com I was in awe of Arnold Palacios, who passed away on July 23. Having spent a good part of my career dealing with public and private corruption, I never once saw a top official ask to be investigated and mean it. That takes courage and, ultimately, a deep love for one's constituents and country. Imagine, …

James Wright (2025-07-30). Peter Kyle receives £66,000 donation from tech firm, then hands them £5m government contract. thecanary.co Keir Starmer's science minister Peter Kyle received £66,000 from tech company Public Digital in 2024, as reported by The Stark Naked Brief. Peter Kyle: paid off? Later on, in July this year, Peter Kyle issued a £5m government contract to the tech company, the same one that gave him tens of thousands. On top of […] | By

James Wright (2025-07-30). Over 30 economists demand Keir Starmer introduces an absolutely critical policy. thecanary.co Over 30 economists from the UK and around the globe have written an open letter to Keir Starmer. They are demanding that Labour brings in a modest wealth tax on assets over £10 million, which would raise tens of billions every year. "Outrageously imbalanced". We need a wealth tax The economists, including high-profile author on […] | By

Jeff Pao (2025-07-30). US moving to revive China Initiative targeting espionage. asiatimes.com A subcommittee of the US House of Representatives has proposed reviving the Department of Justice's (DOJ) China Initiative, a counterintelligence program aimed at curbing economic espionage and intellectual property theft linked to China. The proposal, embedded in the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) appropriations bill, aims to counter China's alleged …

Keith A Preble, Charmaine N Willis (2025-07-30). New US sanctions will have little to no effect on Russia. asiatimes.com One way or other, it looks like Russia could soon be slapped with a fresh round of U.S. sanctions. On July 23, 2025, a bipartisan push to impose a 500% levy on imports from Russia or any country buying Russian oil was put on hold — but only to allow President Donald Trump's separate threat …

Kevin Rennie (2025-07-30). Plan to combat antisemitism in Australia stirs wide-ranging debate. globalvoices.org

Mat Ward (2025-07-30). 10 new albums tell you more than watching the news. greenleft.org.au Mat Ward looks back at July's political news and the best new music that related to it.

Naomi Fryers (2025-07-30). The human cost of Australia's housing crisis. independentaustralia.net

Neal Lawson (2025-07-30). 'A Government That Crushes Dissent and Eliminates Hope Will Never Prosper'. bylinetimes.com Apparently if you're awful enough to cut the legs off one side of a spider then it walks round in circles. It's this image that sticks in my mind as a tiny faction of the Labour right looks to sever the link to anything that can discernibly be called left wing in the party. | The latest manifestation of this operation to separate Labour from the left was the recent suspension of the whip from five MPs, four for voting against the Government and then Diana Abbot for refusing to back down on comments she made about the structure of racism. All this on the anniversary of seven MPs being suspended just after the e…

newarab (2025-07-30). Iraq to open first two colleges on Artificial Intelligence. newarab.com As the first such On Monday, Iraqi Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Naeem al-Aboudi

newarab (2025-07-30). KSA, France seek support for declaration on two-state solution. newarab.com Saudi Arabia and France on Tuesday called on countries at the United Nations to support a declaration that outlines "tangible, timebound, and irreversible steps" towards The seven-page declaration is the result of an international conference at the U.N. this week – hosted by Saudi Arabia and France – on the decades-long conflict. The United States and Israel boycotted the event. | "We call on you to support this document before the end of the 79th session of…

newarab (2025-07-30). Moroccan King renews call for 'sincere' dialogue with Algeria. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Morocco's king calls for addressing regional inequalities. newarab.com Morocco's "It is not acceptable for Morocco — today or at any time in the future — to be a two-speed country," the king, who has final say over the country's strategic policies, said in an annual speech marking 26 years of his reign. | While the level of poverty has dropped in Morocco from 11.9% in 2014 to 6.8% in 2024, some inner regions show above-average pov…

newarab (2025-07-30). Sudan quartet meeting postponed after Egypt-UAE spat. newarab.com

newarab (2025-07-30). Syrian charged over Berlin Holocaust memorial stabbing. newarab.com A Syrian man who allegedly supports the Islamic State group has been charged with attempted murder over the stabbing of a Spanish tourist at The suspect, a refugee partially identified as Wassim Al M., is said to have seriously injured the 30-year-old man at the landmark in the German capital in February. | It was one of a series of attacks blamed on foreign nationals that fuelled a bitter debate about immigration in the run-up to Germany's general election…

newarab (2025-07-30). Taliban are sending Afghan workers to Qatar to ease unemployment. newarab.com The Registration opened Tuesday for 2,000 skilled professionals in areas including hospitality, food and beverage, and engineering to go to Qatar under the new program. Applicants from all 34 Afghan provinces can submit their work experience and credentials before being assessed for eligibi…

newarab (2025-07-30). Turkey asks Iraq to ensure full use of oil pipeline in talks. newarab.com Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said a proposed Last week, Ankara said the decades-old accord covering the Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline would end in July 2026 and an Iraqi official said Turkey had proposed expanding the deal to include cooperation in oil, gas, petrochemicals and electricity. | Laying out Turkey's core demands, Bayraktar said the country was askin…

newarab (2025-07-30). Ukraine delegate slams Russian presence at Geneva gathering. newarab.com A deputy speaker of Host nation Switzerland allowed Russia's participation at the conference in Geneva despite sanctions, with Valentina Matviyenko, president of the upper house of Russia's Federal Assembly, attending. | Olena Kondratiuk, a deputy speaker of Ukraine's parliament, said she was "shocked" that the Russian delegation was in Geneva. | "Sanctioned…

newarab (2025-07-30). US citizen child repatriated from Syrian camp: State Dept. newarab.com An American citizen child has been repatriated from The child was described as "unaccompanied" in a State Department statement, which did not identify the camp the minor had been retrieved from, their age, or what family they would be unified with. | Since the defeat of the IS group, Kurdish forces have controlled several camps and prisons in northeastern Syria, where tens of thousands of people displaced by conflict…

____ (2025-07-30). Hitachi Energy India Thrives with Multi-Fold Profit Growth in June Quarter. devdiscourse.com Hitachi Energy India has reported a significant increase in its net profit for the June quarter of 2025-26, reaching Rs 131.60 crore. This marks a substantial rise compared to the Rs 10.42 crore profit reported in the same period last year.

____ (2025-07-30). Fermenta Biotech Secures Prestigious CEP for Vitamin D3 Variant. devdiscourse.com Fermenta Biotech Limited, a leader in pharmaceutical and nutritional ingredients, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Certificate of Suitability (CEP) from the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & Healthcare (EDQM) for its innovative Spray—Dried variant VITADEE‚Ñ¢ 100 SD – Cholecalciferol Concentrate.

____ (2025-07-30). Operation Sindoor: Government's Digital Clampdown on Misinformation. devdiscourse.com The Indian government has taken decisive action by blocking more than 1,400 URLs from digital platforms during Operation Sindoor, targeting misleading and anti-India content sourced mainly from Pakistani social media accounts. Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha of this significant measure.

____ (2025-07-30). EU Nations Rally for Security: A Unified Defense Initiative. devdiscourse.com Eighteen European Union countries have made applications totaling 127 billion euros for the new Security Action for Europe (SAFE) fund, a defense initiative valued at 150 billion euros aimed at enhancing EU security capabilities. Poland leads the requests, pursuing more than a third of the available funding.

____ (2025-07-30). Progress Milestones: PM-JANMAN's Impact on Tribal Welfare. devdiscourse.com The PM-JANMAN initiative has made substantial strides in enhancing the living conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across India. Thousands of houses, new roads, and mobile towers now grace tribal areas, according to recent government reports presented to Parliament.

____ (2025-07-30). Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Indian Imports. devdiscourse.com In a move set to impact bilateral trade, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday the imposition of a 25% tariff on goods imported from India, beginning August 1. The decision underscores ongoing trade tensions between the two nations.

____ (2025-07-30). Punjab Farmers' Tractor March: A Show of Defiance Against Land Pooling Policy. devdiscourse.com On Wednesday, farmers across Punjab organized a tractor march to protest the AAP government's land pooling policy. The demonstration, led by Samyukta Kisan Morcha, saw participation in districts including Ludhiana and Amritsar, as they called for the withdrawal of what they termed an 'anti-farmer' policy.

____ (2025-07-30). Japan Downgrades Tsunami Alert After Major Quake. devdiscourse.com Japan has downgraded its last remaining tsunami alert, providing a brief respite for residents in the northern part of the country.

____ (2025-07-30). Introducing BlueVerse CraftStudio: Revolutionizing with AI Innovations. devdiscourse.com In a groundbreaking move, LTIMindtree has launched BlueVerse CraftStudio, a cutting-edge agency that uses Adobe's AI technologies to revolutionize strategies. This next-gen service aims to help companies overcome the hurdles of AI adoption, thereby boosting business value.

____ (2025-07-30). OPPO K13 Turbo Series Revolutionizes Mobile Gaming with Advanced Cooling Technology. devdiscourse.com OPPO India has unveiled its K13 Turbo Series, a groundbreaking line of smartphones equipped with cutting-edge air-cooling technology engineered for gamers and power users. The standout feature is the Storm Engine cooling system, which includes a variable-speed fan and an extensive vapor chamber to optimize thermal performance during resource-intensive activities.

Paul Budde (2025-07-30). Fibre after the fact: NBN's retrofit scramble confirms flawed copper legacy. independentaustralia.net

Philip Giraldi (2025-07-30). "Patriotic" Films About the Israeli Slaughter of Palestinians Are Coming. Dr. Philip Giraldi. globalresearch.ca America's willingness to think positively about its "best friend and closest ally" Israel is a contrivance, based on the deliberate misrepresentation of the country and its people…

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2025-07-30). Towards a WW III Scenario. The Privatization of Nuclear War. Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca Canadian economist Prof. Michel Chossudovsky criticizes the U.S. government for promoting nuclear war propaganda and advocating for the 'safe use' of nuclear weapons in conventional war. He highlights the brainwashing of decision-makers and the dangers of their own power. | Chossudovsky …

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2025-07-30). The Ultimate Weapon of Mass Destruction: "Owning the Weather" for Military Use. globalresearch.ca Weather warfare" can destabilize an enemy nation's ecosystem, destroy its agriculture, disable communications networks and impoverish millions of people without the deployment of troops and military hardware.

Richard C. Cook (2025-07-30). Post-WWII Prosperity Becomes 1960s Assassinations and War. Part I: "Postwar Finance Merges with Covert Operations," "Creation of the CIA" montanarcc.substack.com

Richard C. Cook (2025-07-30). Trump's Tariff Terrorism Exposes Total Failure of Global Economic Thinking. globalresearch.ca Trump's Tariff Terrorism : | The terrorism to which we are all too accustomed involves wanton violence by one party against another, usually directed against civilians, often without warning, and with no evident purpose but to destroy or gain ascendancy and control …

Richard S Ehrlich, Shawn W. Crispin (2025-07-30). Thai-Cambodia ceasefire wobbles as fiery new accusations fly. asiatimes.com BANGKOK — A morning of cross-border rocket attacks by US-armed Thailand and China-assisted Cambodia "violated" an agreed ceasefire brokered by US President Donald Trump, China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Thai and Cambodian army commanders met for lunch on Tuesday (July 29) and initially appeared to put a halt to their six …

Steve Topple (2025-07-30). DWP gets off scot-free in government review of disabled people's rights. thecanary.co A sweeping new review funded by the government's Disability Unit has laid bare the entrenched inequalities faced by disabled people in the UK labour market. But in a bitter twist, it is the government's own Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) that is one of the most persistent drivers of discrimination against the very group […] | By

Steve Topple (2025-07-30). New DWP figures show the two-child limit now hits 130,000 disabled kids. thecanary.co The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) two-child limit is now hitting more kids and families than ever before. This is the stark reality from the latest official data, released on Tuesday 29 July. It shows more urgently than ever the need for the policy to be scrapped. Yet it is clear Labour is not […] | By

UMMID (2025-07-30). Confirmed: Betelgeuse has a twin. ummid.com Betelgeuse – the red supergiant star in the constellation of Orion, has a companion or binary twin, astronomers have confirmed.

UMMID (2025-07-30). DTE Maha 2025 Post HSC Pharmacy Diploma Admission Starts. ummid.com Online registration for the students seeking admission in First Year Post HSC Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharm) for the year 2025-2025 started through DTE Maharashtra official website phd25.dtemaharashtra.gov.in.

UMMID (2025-07-30). DTE Maha Direct 2nd Year Diploma 2025 Round 2 Allotment – Steps to Check. ummid.com DTE Maharashtra is set to publish on its official website dsd25.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Thursday July 24, 2025 CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment result of the candidates who have applied for Admission to Direct Second Post SSC Diploma in Engineering, Technology (Polytechnic) for the academic year 2025-26.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Israeli woman (73) arrested for plotting to kill Netanyahu. ummid.com A 73-yr-old Israeli woman has been arrested for plotting to kill Benjamin Netanyahu.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Maharashtra NEET UG 2025 Counselling Begins; Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has started through its official website medicalug2025.mahacet.org Online Registration for NEET UG 2025 Counselling conducted for Admission in Health Science Courses MBBS / BDS / BAMS / BHMS / BUMS / BPTh / BOTh / BASLP / BP&O.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Super PROs Battling Existential Validation: Life in the Age of Renewals and Reminders. ummid.com Exposing the silent crisis gripping modern humanity—where over-documentation threatens to reduce existence to endless forms and logins.

UMMID (2025-07-30). CBSE lays strict conditions on schools enrolling more than 40 students. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has laid down strict conditions on schools enrolling more than 40 students, simultaneously enforcing the maximum limit of 45, in a classroom.

UMMID (2025-07-30). France makes big claim about Oct 2023 Op Al Aqsa Storm. ummid.com France said Operation al Aqsa Storm — the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Resistance Fighters led by Hamas, would not have happened if the Palestinians had their homeland.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Tamil Nadu MBBS, BDS 2025 Rank List Published. ummid.com Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) has published on its official website tnmedicalselection.net the Rank List, also called as Merit List, of the students who have registered for TN MBBS / BDS Counselling for NEET 2025 (NEET UG 2025) based admission in different Medical Courses for the academic year 2025-26.

UMMID (2025-07-30). TN Paramedical (Degree) 2025 Rank List Published – Check Here. ummid.com The Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu has published on its official website tnhealth.org and tnmedicalselection.net today i.e. Friday July 25, 2025 TN Paramedical Degree Provisional Rank List for Admission in various courses.

UMMID (2025-07-30). France Recognition of Palestine: Symbolic, Without Substance. ummid.com France's decision to recognize Palestine in principle while withholding all forms of material resistance to its destruction is to perform solidarity without consequence.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Setting Records Straight on Nehru's Legacy. ummid.com This article sets the record straight by examining the facts surrounding Jawaharlal Nehru's tenure and the interim government of 1946—47.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Detained by Israel, activists aboard 'Handala' call for global hunger strike. ummid.com The 21 activists who were on-board Hanzalah, (حنظلہ) or Handala, called for global hunger strike hours before the Freedom Flotilla Coalition aid ship was stormed by the Israeli Occupation Forces (IDF) and they were detained.

UMMID (2025-07-30). NCERT: Curriculum As A Tool To Promote Hate. ummid.com Last couple of decades, NCERT has become more a vehicle of promoting communal view of history rather than presenting the objective and rational view of History to the young minds.

UMMID (2025-07-30). 2008 Malegaon Blast Case Verdict on July 31. ummid.com A Special NIA Court is set to pronounce Thursday July 31, 2025 the judgment of the 2008 Malegaon blast case.

UMMID (2025-07-30). AMU Physicists Honoured as ALICE Wins 2025 Breakthrough Prize. ummid.com The Department of Physics Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), has brought global recognition to the institution as part of the internationally acclaimed ALICE Collaboration, which has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics.

UMMID (2025-07-30). The Axis of Injustice: Living the Alphabets of Loss. ummid.com Exploring systemic global inequality across political, economic, and educational structures, with metaphysical reflections on justice.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Why U.S. should recognize Palestine? ummid.com Recognition of Palestine at the UN is not a 'reward for terror', it is a recognition of an inalienable right: the right of self-determination.

UMMID (2025-07-30). Donkey meat exports from Pakistan to China to be legalized. ummid.com Pakistan is considering to legalize donkey meat exports to China, local media reports have said.

UMMID (2025-07-30). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2025 Round 3 Allotment – Check Here. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website poly25.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Tuesday July 29, 2025 the result of CAP Round 3 Seat Allotment of the students seeking admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering / Technology for the year 2025-26.

Web Desk (2025-07-30). Google's shortened goo.gl links will stop working next month. gnnhd.tv Google will officially deprecate links generated with its URL shortening tool next month. On August 25th, 2025, all links in the "https://goo.gl/*" format will no longer work and return a 404 error message. Google shut down its URL shortener in 2019, citing "…

Web Desk (2025-07-30). Apple beta season is here. gnnhd.tv Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 91, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, how is summer more than a month over already, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I…

Web Desk (2025-07-30). Man pleads guilty, sent to prison for stalking Clark. gnnhd.tv A 55-year-old Texas man has been sentenced to more than 18 months in prison after pleading guilty Monday to stalking and harassing WNBA star Caitlin Clark.

Web Desk (2025-07-30). Is MAHA losing its battle to make Americans healthier? gnnhd.tv On a Friday evening this July, the Trump administration announced it would lay off all of the health research scientists at the Environmental Protection Agency. Hundreds of investigators who try to understand how toxic pollution affects the human body would b…

Web Desk (2025-07-30). ChatGPT can be a disaster for lawyers — Robin AI says it can fix that. gnnhd.tv Hello, and welcome to Decoder! I'm Jon Fortt — CNBC journalist, cohost of Closing Bell: Overtime, and creator of the Fortt Knox streaming series on LinkedIn. This is the last episode I'll be guest-hosting for Nilay while he's out on parental leave. We have an…

Web Desk (2025-07-30). The Drifter is a good old-fashioned thriller. gnnhd.tv Point-and-click adventure games often tell silly, lighthearted stories. For me, the mishaps of the pirate Guybrush Threepwood in the Monkey Island series come to mind. The nature of the genre – wandering around, talking to people, and trying to solve puzzles …

Web Desk (2025-07-30). Which teams take the next step in 2025? We have 11 candidates. gnnhd.tv FSU has nowhere to go but up, Michigan can get way better, and Arizona State is building on its CFP berth. What other teams are primed for bigger things in 2025?

William Pesek (2025-07-30). US-EU trade pact — like Japan's — a Potemkin illusion. asiatimes.com TOKYO — Donald Trump's European shakedown, err "trade deal," has leaders across the globe reappraising their options as the August 1 drop-dead date for the US tariffs looms. Because, on paper, the 15% tariff that Europe accepted from the Trump 2.0 White House is lower than the feared 30%, Brussels is claiming victory. After the …

| Our Correspondent | (2025-07-30). PSX closes up as State Bank leaves rate unchanged. tribune.com.pk The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a mixed session on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP) policy rate announcement. However, late-session buying lifted the benchmark KSE-100 index by nearly 450 points. | The index fluctuated between the intra-day high of 139,018.88 and low of 137,658.81. It closed with a gain of 447.43 points, or 0.32%, at 138,412.25. | Sentiment shifted in the latter half of the session after the SBP unexpectedly maintained its benchmark policy rate, defying market expectations of a 50-basis-point cut. The decision triggered a broad-ba…

| Reuters | (2025-07-30). Trump says US to impose 25% tariff on India from Aug 1. tribune.com.pk US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that United States will impose a 25% tariff on goods imported from India starting on August 1. Trump said India will also face an unspecified penalty on August 1, but he did elaborate on the amount or what it was for. | "While India is our friend, we have, over the years, done relatively little business with them because their Tariffs are far too high, among the highest in the World, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary Trade Barriers of any Country," Trump wrote in a Truth Social post. | "They have always bought a vast majority of their milita…

| Web Desk | (2025-07-30). Pakistan rejects India's 'Operation Sindoor' claims as baseless, provocative. tribune.com.pk Pakistan has rejected Indian claims made during the Lok Sabha debate on "Operation Sindoor," calling them baseless and provocative. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemned India on Wednesday for distorting facts, justifying aggression, and using conflict for domestic political gain. | According to FO spokesperson, India's actions are a continuation of its tendency to fabricate allegations without credible evidence. Pakistan categorically rejected the notion of "Operation Sindoor," which Indian leaders described as a military success targeting alleged terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. | Read: Field Mars…

| Web Desk | (2025-07-30). Military's anti-terrorism operations eroding public trust: Gandapur. tribune.com.pk Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Wednesday said that innocent and unarmed civilians were martyred in the Bajaur incident and asserted that decisions should not be imposed on the province without consultation. | An emergency meeting on the law and order situation was held under the chairmanship of the chief minister. The meeting was attended by members of the PTI parliamentary party, the chief secretary, the inspector general of police, the additional chief secretary, and other relevant officials. | During the meeting, the law and order situation was reviewed in light of the Bajaur inciden…

| Web Desk | (2025-07-30). Sindh CM announces 14-Day Independence celebrations. tribune.com.pk Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced that this year's Independence Day celebrations will take place over 14 days, from August 1 to 14, under the theme Marka-e-Haq." | Speaking at a press conference in Karachi with Senior Ministers Sharjeel Inam Memon and Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, he said the extended celebrations demonstrate a unified effort by the federal and provincial governments to commemorate the national achievements of May. | He said the decision was made in coordination with the federal government to reinforce the importance of national independence. | August 14 would not be limited to a s…

| Web Desk | (2025-07-30). SBP keeps interest rate at 11%. tribune.com.pk The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Tuesday that it will keep the policy interest rate steady at 11%, citing steady inflation and signs of economic improvement. | SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed said inflation currently stands at 7.2%, with a slight rise observed in May and June. | The average inflation rate for the last fiscal year was 4.5%. Food inflation and core inflation both saw reductions last year, although core inflation is expected to rise again in the coming months. | Exports have increased modestly, growing by 4%, while remittances rose by $8 billion last fiscal year, supporting the country's e…

| Our Correspondent | (2025-07-30). QAU students shifted to judicial lockup. tribune.com.pk Students arrested from Quaid-e-Azam University hostels were transferred to the Bakshi Khana (judicial lockup) at the local court premises on Tuesday, but their lawyers have reportedly been denied access to meet them. | Lawyers representing the students, including advocates Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha attempted to meet the detained students at the lockup but were stopped at the gate by police officials. | "Our two lawyers must be allowed to meet the detainees, or they should be brought before the court," the lawyers demanded at the scene. | SHO Mian Imran, present on-site, responded, "I'll try to arrange…

| Our Correspondent | (2025-07-30). Sindh govt sets minimum wage at Rs40,000. tribune.com.pk The Government of Sindh has officially issued a notification setting a minimum monthly wage of Rs40,000 for unskilled workers employed in industrial and commercial establishments across the province. This new wage structure will be effective from July 1, 2025. | Shahid Abdul Salam Thaheem, the Provincial Labour Minister, made the announcement, revealing the revised wage scale for different categories of workers. | According to the new rates, semi-skilled workers will receive a monthly salary of Rs41,380, skilled workers will earn Rs49,628, and highly skilled workers will be paid Rs51,745. | These rates apply t…

| Entertainment Desk | (2025-07-30). I think in English, but I pay the price: Juggun Kazim on losing touch with Urdu. tribune.com.pk Actor and television host Juggun Kazim recently opened up about her 'English-medium' upbringing, her inability to read Urdu, and the humbling lessons she learnt while working with Pakistan Television (PTV). Appearing on an episode of the Ahmed Fozan Podcast, Kazim candidly discussed the challenges of not learning one's national language. | "I have this problem where I think in English," she shared, admitting that it affects her ability to consume Urdu-language content. "When I was young, everyone in my house only spoke English. My nanny was from Sri Lanka, so we conversed in English, and I studied at Lahore Gr…

| Rana Yasif | (2025-07-30). LHC suspends by-poll schedule for NA-175. tribune.com.pk

| Entertainment Desk | (2025-07-30). Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan's on-screen reunion in 'Biryani' has fans thrilled. tribune.com.pk Ramsha Khan and Khushhal Khan, two celebrated Pakistani actors, are reuniting on-screen after their breakout success in Green TV's intense revenge drama Duniyapur. Their undeniable chemistry made the series a massive hit, with each episode averaging around 10 million views on the relatively new channel. Following the conclusion of Duniyapur, fans began eagerly requesting to see the duo in a different setting, especially in a romantic comedy. And now, their wish is coming true. | ARY Digital has just dropped the first teaser for Biryani, an upcoming rom-com featuring the popular pair. The new drama will replace…

| Reuters | (2025-07-30). Trump to India: Trade deal by Aug 1 or face tariffs. tribune.com.pk US President Donald Trump said a trade deal with India has yet to be finalised and warned of possible higher tariffs ahead of an August 1 deadline to seal an agreement. | His comments followed a Reuters report that India was preparing to accept higher tariffs of 20%-25% on its exports to the US in the absence of a trade deal, as it holds off on offering fresh concessions ahead of Friday's deadline. | "India has been a good friend, but India has charged more tariffs, almost more than any other country," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Tuesday, adding that it would come to an end. | Asked about the…

| Entertainment Desk | (2025-07-30). Farhan Saeed confirms 'Suno Chanda 3' script is underway. tribune.com.pk Farhan Saeed has addressed fan speculation surrounding a potential third season of Suno Chanda, confirming that its script is currently in development. The actor-singer recently appeared in an episode of Tapmad's YouTube series, where he participated in a segment titled "Truth or Rumour." | When asked by the host, "Suno Chanda 3 script is secretly in the works and you have already read the script," Saeed responded, "Half of it is true and half of it is false." He further clarified, "I have not read the script but it is being written. I'm not sure if the show will definitely happen." | Loyal fans of the show er…

| Reuters | (2025-07-30). 8.8-magnitude quake strikes Russia's Far East. tribune.com.pk

| Web Desk | (2025-07-30). Field Marshal reaffirms commitment to eliminating terrorism, uplifting Balochistan. tribune.com.pk Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan Army's unwavering commitment to uprooting the menace of terrorism and the inevitability of socio-economic uplift of Balochistan for national cohesion and integration. | The COAS vehemently condemned India's blatant sponsorship of terror proxies, characterizing them as a failed attempt to target the deep-rooted patriotism of the people of Balochistan. | He stated that India, having suffered defeat in Ma'arka e Haq, had now escalated its proxy war to advance her nefarious designs. He specifically referenced Fitna-al-Khawari…

| Our Correspondent | (2025-07-30). Heavy rainfall disrupts daily life in twin cities. tribune.com.pk A night of heavy rainfall caused significant disruption in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, with water levels in the Nullah Lai river rising to dangerous levels. The rain, which started around 12: 30 am, continued throughout the night, inundating low-lying areas. | By morning, the water level in Nullah Lai at the Katarian Bridge had surged to 16 feet, but it returned to normal after the rain subsided. While in Gawalmandi, it rose to 12.5 feet. | Local authorities declared a rain emergency in Rawalpindi, with teams from the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) deployed in flood-prone areas. | Despite the rain subsiding b…

| AFP | (2025-07-30). Rain, landslides kill over 30 in China. tribune.com.pk Heavy rain killed more than 30 people and forced authorities to evacuate tens of thousands as swaths of northern China were lashed by torrential downpours that sparked landslides and flooding, state media said Tuesday. | Weather authorities have issued their second-highest rainstorm warning for the capital Beijing, neighbouring Hebei and Tianjin, as well as 10 other provinces, state news agency Xinhua said. | The rains are expected to last into Wednesday. | The heavy rainstorms had left 30 people dead in Beijing as of midnight Monday, Xinhua said, citing flood control authorities. | More than 80,000 people hav…

| AFP | (2025-07-30). NY mass shooter blamed NFL for his brain injuries. tribune.com.pk A man who killed four people, then committed suicide in a New York skyscraper, may have been targeting the NFL offices there because he blamed the American football league for brain injuries he said he suffered, Mayor Eric Adams said Tuesday. | The revelation that the killer, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura, carried a note referring to the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), offered the first possible motive for the shootings late Monday that brought central Manhattan to a standstill. | The attacker shot a police officer outside the tower on Park Avenue, then opened fire i…

| Reuters | (2025-07-30). Lebanon sentences six Hezbollah men. tribune.com.pk Lebanon's military tribunal has sentenced six people over the 2022 killing of an Irish peacekeeper in southern Lebanon, two judicial sources told Reuters on Tuesday, and a Lebanese security source said all six were members of Hezbollah. | Hezbollah's media office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The judicial sources said one man was sentenced in absentia to death, another was sentenced to three months in prison and four others were ordered to pay fines ranging from about $1,100 to $2,200. A seventh man was acquitted. | The judicial sources named the man sentenced in absentia as Mohammad Ay…

| Reuters | (2025-07-30). 18 migrants die in Libya shipwreck. tribune.com.pk At least 18 migrants died in a shipwreck off the city of Tobruk in eastern Libya over the weekend, and 50 are still missing, the International Organization for Migration said on Tuesday, citing reports. | Ten survivors have been accounted for so far, the IOM said. Tobruk is a coastal city near the border with Egypt. | A diplomatic source from the Egyptian consulate in Benghazi in eastern Libya told Reuters by phone that the migrants are from Egypt. | The diplomat said 10 bodies were identified and transferred back home, while the survivors were being held in an anti-illegal migration facility. A Libyan Coast G…

| AFP | (2025-07-30). India road crash kills 18 Hindu pilgrims. tribune.com.pk At least 18 people were killed in eastern India on Tuesday after a bus ferrying Hindu pilgrims collided with a truck loaded with cooking gas cylinders, officials said. | Visuals from the site in Jharkhand state showed the mangled wreckage of the bus, with its rear portion almost entirely burnt. | Local lawmaker Nishikant Dubey said the pilgrims were travelling to a Hindu shrine to celebrate the sacred month of Shravan, coinciding with the onset of the monsoons in the subcontinent. | "18 devotees lost their lives due to a bus and truck accident," Dubey said on social media. | The pilgrims were carrying holy wat…

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Lebanese Speaker Berri on Claims of Dispute with Hezbollah: "Let Them Gossip" english.almanar.com.lb Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri slammed those who have been stirring fear of an Israeli war on Lebanon. In remarks carried by local media on Wednesday, the Speaker said: "Such discourse, regardless of the nature of Israeli intentions, is strange and inconsistent with the spirit of national responsibility." Meanwhile, Berri lauded President Joseph Aoun's approach …

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Israeli occupation forces stationed in Malkiyyeh post target the outskirts of Aytaroun border town with heavy machine gun fire: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). 15 Nations Urge Recognition of Palestinian State. english.almanar.com.lb France and 14 other Western nations called on countries worldwide to move to recognize a Palestinian state, France's top diplomat said Wednesday. The foreign ministers of 15 countries late Tuesday issued a joint statement following a conference in New York, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, aimed at reviving a two-state solution between Israelis and …

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Israeli occupation forces at Ruweisat Al-Alam Post open fire towards the outskirts of Kfar Shouba: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-07-30). Powerful Waves Strike from Japan to Alaska as US Issues Tsunami Warnings. english.almanar.com.lb A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast has triggered widespread tsunami warnings and advisories across the Pacific, extending from Japan's northern shores to Alaska and Hawaii. Initial waves, reaching up to 60 centimeters (2 feet), have already been detected along Japan's Pacific coast and in Russia's Kuril Islands, prompting nearly 2 million residents in Japan …

Andrew Korybko (2025-07-30). Myanmar's Kachin State Is At The Center Of The Sino-US Scramble For Rare Earths. thealtworld.com The US seeks influence over this region that supplies much of neighboring China's rare earth industry. | Western media has published a spree of articles raising awareness of the important role that Myanmar's Kachin State plays in the global rare earth minerals industry. The latest phase of that country's long-running civil war, which is more complex than most Western and non-Western accounts alike make it seem as explained

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Is ISIL a growing threat in the DR Congo and East Africa? aljazeera.com Experts warn that ISIL-affiliated ADF fighters may be stepping up attacks to stay relevant, amid regional peace efforts.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Japan records highest temperature on record. aljazeera.com Temperature hits 41.2 degrees Celsius (106.16 degrees Fahrenheit) after hottest June on record.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Share of people worldwide 'thriving' hits new high, survey says. aljazeera.com More people globally report living closer to their 'best possible life', Gallup says.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Thailand-Cambodia truce mostly holds after shaky start in wake of fighting. aljazeera.com Some analysts say ceasefire remains tenuous, and may not last if the Thai government fails to secure lower US tariffs.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Trump's approval rating in US drops to lowest level of his second term. aljazeera.com Polls find that Americans have mixed feelings about Trump's handling of the US economy and immigration.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). UN court denies Mladic, who led Bosnia's Srebrenica massacre, early release. aljazeera.com Ratko Mladic filed the request to be released on health grounds last month, saying he only had a few months to live.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Eastern Europe must earn its security in a post-American NATO. aljazeera.com To survive shifting fault lines, CEE should rearm and show its worth as a partner.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Europe's deadly border theatre is back. aljazeera.com The UK and Greece are recycling racist border policies of the past decade and pretending they'll work this time.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). FIFA 2026 World Cup draw set to be held in Las Vegas in December. aljazeera.com The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be staged in December with Las Vegas reported to be the host venue.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Laura Dahlmeier: Climbers attempt rescue of injured Olympian in Pakistan. aljazeera.com Rescuers are hoping to find the double Olympic gold medallist on the 6,096-metre Laila Peak in the Karakoram Mountains.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Luis Diaz completes transfer to Bayern Munich from Liverpool. aljazeera.com Colombia international forward joins Bayern Munich from Liverpool in a deal that could total $86.7m.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). Imam of Southport Mosque reflects one year on from UK race riots. aljazeera.com Islamophobic riots shocked the UK a year ago, following false claims that three girls were killed by a Muslim migrant.

aljazeera (2025-07-30). ChatGPT conversations lack "legal privilege" aljazeera.com OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says ChatGPT users share personal info, but warns it's not legally protected in case of a lawsuit…

Araz Baƒüban (2025-07-30). The Islamic Republic or Iran, Anti-Imperialism, and the Left. socialistproject.ca The Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) pursued an anti-US foreign policy, largely compelled by the anti-imperialist climate generated by the 1979 Revolution, while simultaneously supporting the Palestinian cause from an Islamist perspective. Since then, the Islamic Republic has posed a significant challenge for both the US and Israel. | The IRI emerged as a regional actor by forming the Axis of Resistance, beginning with the establishment of Hezbollah in Lebanon, followed by the rise of Hamas in Palestine, and by allying with Assad's Syria. After the US invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq, Iran seemed to be encircle…

editor (2025-07-30). Electricity generated from wind and solar cannot replace fossil fuels! onlineopinion.com.au Eliminating fossil fuels without practical alternatives risks societal regression.

ICRC (2025-07-30). Afghanistan: Futsal for empowering children with disabilities. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Ethiopia: A personal account on helping affected communities in Oromia. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Hungary: 8 May Celebrations. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). ICRC accompanies Iranian Red Crescent Society to locations affected by hostilities. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). The ICRC and China: cooperation in humanitarian forensics. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). ICRC voices: Life and Death in the Red Cross Field Hospital. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). More than 30 years after Iran-Iraq war, families still hope to find out the fate of their missing loved ones. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Luxembourg: ICRC Director-General's visit reflects the long-standing strategic partnership with Luxembourg. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Nigeria: "We go to bed hungry sometimes for two to three days" icrc.org Hunger deepens as farmers in conflict-affected northeast struggle to survive…

ICRC (2025-07-30). Philippines: Understanding challenges in detention through Health Information System. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Poland: The 2nd Regional Conference of European National IHL Committees (NIHLC) in Warsaw. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Poland: ICRC Brings Together National Societies and IFRC to Boost Emergency Preparedness in Europe. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Poland: Sub-regional Restoring Family Links Conference hosted by the Polish Red Cross. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Romania: 1st High-level IHL Conference organized by the Romanian Red Cross with ICRC's support. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Humanitarian Exemptions in Domestic Counterterrorism Legislation – Factsheet. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). DRC: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Nigeria: Hunger deepens as farmers in the conflict-affected northeast struggle to survive. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Syria: ICRC gains access to Sweida, calls for sustained humanitarian response. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Syria: ICRC warns of deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Sweida and southern Syria. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Yemen: A new medical clinic opens at Sa'ada New Remand Prison to improve health and living conditions of detainees. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Iran: Robert Mardini, Director General of the ICRC on the IRCS's 100th anniversary. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-07-30). Israel and the occupied territories: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah receives unprecedented influx of fatalities. icrc.org

____ (2025-07-30). Steel Infra Solutions Prepares for IPO to Fuel Expansion. devdiscourse.com Steel Infra Solutions Company has initiated the process of capital raising by filing preliminary papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an initial public offering (IPO). This move marks a strategic step in the company's expansion plan, which includes a blend of fresh equity worth Rs 96 crore and an offer-for-sale of 1.42 crore shares.

____ (2025-07-30). Foundation Woes Force Partial Demolition at Kolkata's Kavi Subhash Metro Station. devdiscourse.com Kolkata's Metro Railway is set to partially demolish the Kavi Subhash station after detecting cracks on the columns. The damage was attributed to foundation subsidence from recent heavy rainfall, compelling a service halt between New Garia and Dakshineswar.

____ (2025-07-30). Empowering Women with Subhadra Yojana: A Financial Boost in Odisha. devdiscourse.com The Odisha government has announced the release of the third instalment of financial assistance amounting to Rs 5,000 under the Subhadra Yojana. Scheduled for August 9, in Koraput district, this instalment aims to benefit over 1 crore women. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida highlighted the scheme's focus on women empowerment, coinciding with Rakhi Purnima.

____ (2025-07-30). South Sudan's Migrant Deal with Trump Era Diplomacy. devdiscourse.com In a recent development, South Sudan has communicated to President Donald Trump's administration its openness to accepting more migrants deported from the United States. This move is reportedly part of an effort to strengthen diplomatic ties with Washington.

____ (2025-07-30). Microsoft Restores Services to Nayara Energy Amid Sanctions Dispute. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, Microsoft Corp has restored its services, including crucial email access, to Nayara Energy, just ahead of a crucial hearing at the Delhi High Court. This development came as the oil giant sought legal recourse following Microsoft's service suspension due to EU-imposed sanctions against Russia.

____ (2025-07-30). Germany Breaks Fiscal Mould with Record 2026 Budget. devdiscourse.com In a significant shift from its traditional fiscal policies, the German cabinet has approved a 2026 draft budget featuring record investments and borrowing. The move, announced on Wednesday, aims to rejuvenate Europe's largest economy. Germany's considerable investments of 126.7 billion euros and a borrowing allowance of 174.3 billion euros mark a stark departure from decades of fiscal conservatism.

____ (2025-07-30). Don't have jurisdiction to hear bail pleas of 2 nuns held on human trafficking and religious conversion charges: Durg court in Chhattisgarh. devdiscourse.com

____ (2025-07-30). Lingual Discrimination: The Unseen Detention of Bengali-Speaking Families. devdiscourse.com Bengali-speaking families in India, including Bhodu Sheikh's in West Bengal and Amir Khan's in Birbhum, confront deportation and detention. Accused of being 'Bangladeshis', these individuals face injustice amid claims of racism and overarching socio-political tensions.

____ (2025-07-30). Mohun Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting Set to Renew Iconic Rivalry in Durand Cup. devdiscourse.com In an eagerly anticipated Durand Cup clash, reigning ISL champions Mohun Bagan are set to take on city rivals Mohammedan Sporting on Wednesday at the Salt Lake Stadium. The Mariners, who lost in a mixed-squad Kolkata Derby against East Bengal, now prepare for their first major competitive outing of the season.

____ (2025-07-30). Panasonic Announces Leadership Shift Amid Steady Profits and Strategic Overhaul. devdiscourse.com Japanese electronics giant Panasonic has selected a new chief executive, Kenneth William Sain, a former Boeing executive, to take the helm in April 2026 following modest first-quarter profit growth of 1.2%.

Staff (2025-07-30). Huella joven en Ciego de àÅvila (+Fotos). cubadebate.cu Los días del Dr. Luis Miguel Martínez Paz, secretario de la UJC en el Hospital Dr. Antonio Luaces Iraola de Ciego de àÅvila, transcurren entre guardias, atención a pacientes, estudio y la coordinación de las labores de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas en esa institución de salud. Estamos presentes en todas las áreas del Luaces Iraola, afirma. "Hay un gran número de trabajadores jóvenes, algunos militantes y otros no, pero colaboramos sin pausa.

Staff (2025-07-30). Para una mejor apreciación del héroe: Glosas a la carta de Fidel a Celia Sánchez del 31 de julio de 1957. cubadebate.cu Para conocer mejor los sentimientos y opinión de Fidel y sus compañeros de lucha en las montañas sobre la trascendencia histórica del asesinato de Frank País para la insurrección todavía en curso, debe analizarse la carta de Fidel a Celia Sánchez, Aly, el 31 de julio de 1957, escrita al conocer la noticia de su muerte. Sin duda, esta constituye una fuente de imprescindible consulta.

Staff (2025-07-30). Alertas de tsunami en el Pacífico tras sismo de magnitud 8,7 en la costa rusa. cubadebate.cu Un potente terremoto de magnitud 8,7 sacudió este martes la costa rusa de la península de Kamtchatka, donde varias personas resultaron heridas, y provocó alertas de tsunami a ambos lados del Pacífico, incluyendo a Ecuador, Japón y Hawái. El temblor desencadenó advertencias de olas de hasta tres metros de altura en las costas del Pacífico.

Staff (2025-07-30). Niños cubanos aprenden sobre pintura tradicional china. cubadebate.cu En la Casa de las Artes y Tradiciones Chinas, ubicada en el corazón del Barrio Chino habanero, el pintor y calígrafo Alexis González enseña a niños cubanos los trazos más elementales de la pintura tradicional china.

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krish-rad_ind (2025-04-28). ICJ hears case related to Israel's ban on Unrwa. middleeasteye.net

Ajamu Baraka, Black Agenda Report. (2025-04-28). US And Israel Gangsterism Has Created A Hobbesian International State Of Nature. popularresistance.org Eighteen months of genocidal horror in Gaza has finally swept away to the dustbin of history the myth that the West was ever committed to so-called enlightenment ideas of human dignity, the rule of law and human rights. And we say good riddance to this mendacious mythology. | Israel's daily bombardment accompanies the daily horrific imagery of Israeli attacks on schools, hospitals, tent cities and broken and mangled Palestinian children, images that still fail to move public opinion in the U.S. and Europe to demand an end to the slaughter. Why? Because Gaza has finally stripped away the veil of civilization that…

David Swanson (2025-04-28). WBW News Action: Congo, Palestine, and Peace. worldbeyondwar.org

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Madison Vets for Peace Memorial Day 2025 Rally Community Gathering (May 26, 2025). wibailoutpeople.org

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Columbus, WI PRIDE in the Park June 14, 2025. wibailoutpeople.org Event: Come join us for Columbus' first ever Pride event held at the historic Fireman's Park Pavillion! We will have venders, food trucks, live entertainment, and activities! More information to come as we get closer to June!

theguardian.com (2025-04-28). Israel faces legal pressure at UN's top court over UNRWA ban Hearings over bar on cooperation with Palestinian aid agency are test of Israel's defiance of international law
Israel will come under sustained legal pressure this week at the UN's top court when lawyers from more than 40 states will claim the country's ban on all cooperation with the UN's Palestinian rights agency UNRWA is a breach of the UN charter.

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Kenosha Juneteenth (June 14, 2025). wibailoutpeople.org

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Green Bay Juneteenth 2025 (June 14). wibailoutpeople.org Event: www.facebook.com/share/1AUDMZnV7H/ Our 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration is here, and this year, we're stepping into the future with our theme: "From Freedom to Flourishing: The Next Chapter." Juneteenth is not just about history—it's about what comes next. Join us as we celebrate Black excellence, culture, and leadership, creating a future where we don't just survive—we …

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Burlington, WI Juneteenth (June 22, 2025). wibailoutpeople.org

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Fond du Lac Juneteenth 2025 (June 14). wibailoutpeople.org Telephone: 920-907-9138 | Email —…

Alan Yu (2025-04-28). How declassified historic satellite images could help clear unexploded bombs in Vietnam 50 years later. whyy.org This story is from Find our full episode marking 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War
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Associated Press (2025-04-28). Takeaways from Trump's first 100 days: Steamrolling government and strong-arming allies. whyy.org In his His actions target the architecture of the

Cory Sharber (2025-04-28). Sing Us Home Festival looks to create 'a lot of memories with a lot of people' May 2-4 in Manayunk. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Starting Friday, the Manayunk will be hosting festival headliners English singer-songwriter

Emily Neil (2025-04-28). Glencairn Museum spotlights a sacred Ukrainian tradition. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A new exhibition at Glencairn Museum in Bryn Athyn explores the significance of the rushnyk, a sacred Ukrainian embroidery tradition practiced by many Ukrainian American families in the Greater Philadelphia region. | The Ukrainian word "rushnyk," or its plural form "rushnyky," refers to a regular towel or, in this case, a ritual embroidered cloth that plays an important role in key life events, including births, weddings and deaths. | Many Ukrainian homes feature rushnyky dr…

Guest Blogger (2025-04-28). Congrats to Spain! Nation goes 100% renewable as of April 16th 2025! — But…Then Mass Blackouts Hit Spain, Portugal. wattsupwiththat.com Spain and Portugal, both of which generate a majority of their electricity with renewables, were simultaneously hit by widespread power outages on Monday, with no explanation immediately forthcoming about the cause. Some reports said the outages also hit some parts of France.

Guest Blogger (2025-04-28). Updates On the Collapse of The Climate Scam. wattsupwiththat.com Separately, Nelson has made a thing out of compiling a growing list of "Signs That The Climate Scam Is Collapsing." That list is now up to some 33 items and counting. The current version can be found here. Readers of this blog are likely already familiar with many of the items on Tom's list. However, today I would like to feature a couple of items from Tom's list that are important but may be less well known.

Guest Blogger (2025-04-28). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "In framing a government which is to be administered by men over men, the great difficulty lies in this: you must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place, oblige it to control itself." — James Madison (1788)…

Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza (2025-04-28). Pennsylvania exporters brace for the cost of retaliatory tariffs during Trump's trade war. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Karl Brown has been exporting Pennsylvania-made snack foods abroad for over three decades across 85 countries. | Brown is the CEO of Founded in the 1990s, the company has grown to 60 employees. Typically, the federal government promotes U.S. exports through insurance guarantees via the export-imp…

Mike Catalini (2025-04-28). New Jersey high court to hear case between Diocese of Camden, prosecutor over investigating sex abuse claims. whyy.org A Catholic diocese wants to stop New Jersey from trying to empanel a grand jury to investigate allegations of clergy sexual abuse, with arguments before the state's high court set for Monday. | After

Steve Peoples, Thomas Beaumont (2025-04-28). Swing-district Republicans in U.S. Congress have been hard to find for people angry about Trump. whyy.org Many days over the past two weeks, no one answered the phone at any of U.S. Rep. Scott Perry's four offices. | Perry's team did not share details about the Republican congressman's public appearances until they were over. Even supporters who live in Perry's central Pennsylvania district could not remember the last time he hosted an in-person town hall. | No one opened the locked door at his district office in Mechanicsburg last week when an Associated Press reporter rang the bell. A male voice said through the intercom, "I don't have any public appearance information that I can provide." | The U.S. House is endin…

Zoà´ Read (2025-04-28). Prince Edward to visit Philadelphia to dedicate historic bell, honor students. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, will embark on a two-day visit to Philadelphia Wednesday and Thursday to recognize youth education in the city, and to commemorate the historic ties between the U.S. and Great Britain. | This is Prince Edward's third visit to Philadelphia, following his trips in 2012 and 2018. As a working royal, the prince promotes the benefits of nonformal education, and works to support the arts, heritage and conservation. | Prince Edward, the youngest ch…

Michael Fox (2025-04-28). Marching against El Salvador's police state. therealnews.com Across the country, chairs sit empty around dinner tables. | Husbands, brothers, sons, mostly, are missing. | Caught up in a government dragnet that picked them off the streets. | Or took them from their homes. Or ripped them off of buses or from their workplaces. | The news gushes over how safe the country of El Salvador is today. | But for the thousands of families who's innocent loved ones were taken from them | And locked into high security prisons without a key… | This is not a paradise. | It's a nightmare. | In March 2022, President Nayib Bukele ordered a state of exception and unleashed raids that…

United World International (2025-04-28). Rethinking Japan-Philippines Security Cooperation. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer As a region ever more characterized by strategic realignment and multipolar competition, growing defense cooperation between the Philippines and Japan has garnered international attention—and no small degree of controversy. The February 2025 meeting between Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro and Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani, which resulted in enhanced military-technical and …

United World International (2025-04-28). "BRICS countries should stand up and safeguard multilateral treaties" uwidata.com By Yunus Soner, from Antalya / Türkiye We are continuing our series of interviews conducted on the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that took place 11-13 of April. Dr. Henry Huiyao Wang is founder and president of the Center for China and Globalization. Hence, the interview started with a focus on Trump's tariffs — and ended with …

United World International (2025-04-28). Charles III in Italy: Between Risorgimento Commemoration and Geopolitical Pressures. uwidata.com by Fabrizio Verde, from Naples / Italy Risorgimento rhetoric has accustomed us to celebrating Garibaldi's exploits and the annexation of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies as heroic acts, necessary steps toward national unity. But what really happened in 1860? Was it truly a liberation, or rather a colonial conquest orchestrated by foreign powers and …

aljazeera (2025-04-28). ICJ opens hearings on Israeli obligations on Gaza aid. aljazeera.com Palestinian envoy tells court aid used as 'weapon of war'; Israeli minister condemns 'delegitimisation' of his country.

Liza Rozovsky (2025-04-28). ICJ begins hearings on obligation to facilitate aid to Gaza and West Bank. haaretz.com The World Court agreed to a UN request to examine the issue after the Knesset passed laws banning UNRWA. Legal experts believe the advisory opinion could be binding and may advance efforts to suspend Israel's UN membership. Israel submitted a written statement but is boycotting the proceedings and will not appear before the court…

newarab (2025-04-28). Key highlights from the ICJ hearing on Israel's Gaza occupation. newarab.com The The hearings, taking place in The Hague, will also look at the Israeli gov…

newarab (2025-04-28). India's growing bid for influence in the Gulf. newarab.com Deepening ties with Saudi Arabia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently returned from Jeddah, where he Notably, the visit comes at a time when India may wish to present itself as a suitable manufacturing option to China, which is

newarab (2025-04-28). Pakistan defence minister warns of Indian military incursion. newarab.com The attack killed 26 people and triggered outrage in Hindu-majority India, along with calls for action against Muslim-majority Pakistan. India accuses Pakistan of backing militancy in…

newarab (2025-04-28). RSF kills 31 civilians including children in Omdurman: medics. newarab.com It was "the largest documented mass killing in the region," the Sudan Doctors Network stated. | The medics said the victims were accused by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of having ties to the Sudanese army, which recently pushed the paramilitary group

newarab (2025-04-28). Five key takeaways from Louis Theroux's BBC doc 'The Settlers'. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Iceland urges Eurovision to suspend Israel over Gaza war crimes. newarab.com Iceland's public broadcaster, RàöV, has confirmed it has raised concerns with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) over Israel's participation in this year's The move comes after Iceland's Foreign Minister Thorgerdur Katrin Gunnarsdottir told local media she believed Israel should not be allowed to participate, citing Israel's ongoing war crimes in Gaza. | "As an ordinary citizen, I find it strange and unnatural that Israel is permitted to participate in Eurovision in light of its war crimes. Essentially, ethnic cleansing has…

newarab (2025-04-28). Conflicts spur 'unprecedented' rise in military spending. newarab.com Worldwide Military spending rose worldwide with particularly large increases in Europe and the

newarab (2025-04-28). Haifa mayor bans Lina Makhoul for calling the city Palestinian. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Iranian MP blames Israel for deadly Bandar Abbas port explosion. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Virgin Atlantic permanently cancels London flights to Israel. newarab.com British airline Virgin Atlantic has announced it will not resume its London flights to Israel, following a The carrier had initially suspended its London—Tel Aviv route in October 2023 after the start of Israel's Virgin Atlantic originally planned to restart flights in S…

newarab (2025-04-28). Audio of Nasser, Gaddafi sparks debate on Palestine, Arab unity. newarab.com A rare 1970 audio recording of a conversation between former Egyptian The recording, shared widely on YouTube by the channel 'Nasser TV', has amassed millions of views. It captures a candid exchange between the two leaders, covering sensitive topics i…

newarab (2025-04-28). Over 90 percent of Gaza's agricultural land is 'unusable'. newarab.com The once-fertile agricultural lands of the Since the outbreak of its genocidal war on 7 Octobe…

newarab (2025-04-28). Egypt nears clean energy goal with El Dabaa nuclear power plant. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Egypt presidential hopeful Ahmed Tantawi questioned in new cases. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Iran says Netanyahu 'dictating' US policy in nuclear talks. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Morocco's PJD rallies around Palestine despite Israel deal. newarab.com Morocco's Delegates re-elected Abdelilah Benkir…

newarab (2025-04-28). Netanyahu urged Trump to reject Qatar's Gaza ceasefire proposals. newarab.com Israeli Prime Minister During a phone call last Tuesday, Netanyahu told Trump to ignore any initiatives put forward by Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, according to a report by Israel's Channel 12. | Al-Thani, who also serves as Qatar's foreign minister, met with US Secretary of…

newarab (2025-04-28). Putin announces surprise Ukraine truce for May 8-10. newarab.com Moscow said it expected Kyiv to issue a similar order, and that it stood ready to respond to any violations of the possible halt in fighting. | Putin made a similar order to stop combat over Easter ⚪ a truce that both sides accus…

newarab (2025-04-28). ICRC director says 'new inferno was unleashed' on Gaza. newarab.com A "new inferno" has been unleashed on Gaza following the restart of "

newarab (2025-04-28). Morocco led the way in local aid. Now, USAID is walking away. newarab.com News of the Debate erupted in WhatsApp groups, with distressed USAID partners furiously trying to interpret the o…

newarab (2025-04-28). Japan hotel asks Israeli tourist to sign war crimes declaration. newarab.com

tvbrics (2025-04-28). Brazilian and Russian Foreign Ministers exchange views on BRICS cooperation. tvbrics.com Trade turnover between the countries rose to a record high…

tvbrics (2025-04-28). BRICS countries to simplify process of validating degrees obtained abroad. tvbrics.com The goal is to establish more accessible pathways for the revalidation of degrees across BRICS member states…

tvbrics (2025-04-28). International team of scientists reveals mechanism of solar wind ejection from coronal holes. tvbrics.com The results of the study make it possible to improve space weather forecasting…

tvbrics (2025-04-28). Iran's foreign trade grows by 11% last year. tvbrics.com Authorities plan to increase non-resource exports by at least 23 per cent annually…

tvbrics (2025-04-28). TV BRICS presents special documentary film programme in Cuba. tvbrics.com During the festival, over 120 films were showcased…

tvbrics (2025-04-28). Vietnamese students win medals at Moscow's International Table Tennis Championship. tvbrics.com Debut team showcases Vietnam's talent on global stage…

tvbrics (2025-04-28). Winners of All-Russian Engineering Competition to receive additional points for Unified State Exam when applying to Russian universities. tvbrics.com The final of the XI All-Russian career guidance technological competition "Engineering Personnel of Russia" took place in Chelyabinsk…

Abdul Rahman (2025-04-28). Iran accuses Israel of trying to sabotage the ongoing nuclear talks with the US. peoplesdispatch.org Iran strongly objected to Israel's attempts to "dictate terms" in its ongoing indirect talks with the United States over its nuclear program. On Monday, April 28, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi alleged that Israel is trying to sabotage the diplomatic path and endanger peace in the region. | "Iran is strong and confident enough in its capabilities to thwart any attempt by malicious external actors to sabotage its foreign policy or dictate its course," Araghchi said Araghchi was responding to Netanyahu who repeated on Sunday…

bwitanek (2025-04-28). Assembly 2025 June 10 Primary Elections LD IHRA Analysis by LD — LD 11 Thru 20. fightbackbetter.com The following is a review of LD 21 — 20 NJ Assembly races for now focusing on the primaries and…

Aharon Dardik (2025-04-28). I was a West Bank settler. This is why I refused to serve in the IDF. haaretz.com My commanders initially didn't believe me when I told them that I was conscientiously objecting: I didn't fit the expectations of how a refusenik is supposed to look. But I did, and you should too…

Amos Harel (2025-04-28). Seeking to write Oct. 7 history, affidavit shows why blocking a state probe. haaretz.com Netanyahu holds all protocols of his meetings with the Shin Bet chief, controlling which quotes are presented to the court. A state commission of inquiry is the only body capable of reviewing the full conversations leading up to Hamas' devastating attack…

Bar Peleg (2025-04-28). Parents of Israeli hostage suggest moving wounded hostages to third country in exchange for resumption of Gaza aid. haaretz.com The parents of Alon Ohel, reportedly suffering a critical head injury and vision loss, proposed transferring wounded hostages to neutral countries as a first stage of a deal. 'The humanitarian issue can be turned into a political opportunity,' they say…

Ben Samuels (2025-04-28). Trump, beware: Biden interviews on Israeli news show offer warning about Netanyahu. haaretz.com A special edition of Channel 13's 'Hamakor' news program provides a cautionary tale for Donald Trump's administration on how Netanyahu will put his own political survival ahead of any and all interests…

Chaim Levinson (2025-04-28). Trump signals progress toward Iran deal, leaving Israel on the sidelines. haaretz.com As Trump indicates he is headed toward a deal with Iran, Israel is paralyzed by its diplomatic failures, political infighting, and a government increasingly indifferent to the fate of hostages in Gaza…

Jonathan Lis (2025-04-28). president to Haaretz: Netanyahu may dismiss AG, Shin Bet chief if move is legal. haaretz.com Herzog believes a plea deal in Netanyahu's trial should be considered, and also added: 'There is no deep state,' and that democracy is 'under threat.' The full interview will be published in Haaretz on Wednesday, the eve of Israel's Independence Day…

Jonathan Lis (2025-04-28). Netanyahu says Israel will maintain military control over Gaza. haaretz.com The prime minister praised Donald Trump's plan for the 'voluntary relocation' of Palestinians from Gaza, saying 'many of them want to leave,' while criticizing former President Biden and his administration's opposition to ground operations in Gaza…

Josh Breiner (2025-04-28). refuse to speak of him in the past tense; we hope his death was declared in. haaretz.com Ran Gvili was declared dead, his body held by Hamas in Gaza, his sister says the family 'lives in hope that he is alive'…

Linda Dayan (2025-04-28). Freed Israeli hostages urge Trump to fulfill promise, bring remaining hostages home. haaretz.com 'Mr. President, you achieved what many thought was impossible,' ex-captive IDF spotter Naama Levy said, 'but the work is not yet done.' Released hostage Doron Steinbrecher urged the president: 'Continue to fight for them, just as you fought for me'…

Nagham Zbeedat (2025-04-28). Arabs in Israel face a stark choice: Arm themselves or pay protection money to criminal gangs. haaretz.com Crime and homicide rates continue to soar in Israel's Palestinian communities, with trust in the police at an all-time low. 'People feel like there's no one to turn to — and worse, that the very institution meant to protect them is a source of fear,' says one activist…

Ofer Aderet (2025-04-28). Not Finding relatives of Holocaust survivors who died in the 1948 War. haaretz.com Chaim Sznajderman never knew that his brother Lajb survived Auschwitz. Avraham Salzman feared that 'no memory of the Salzman family from Ostroh, Volhynia, will remain.' New research shows they have descendants who are proud of them…

Reuters (2025-04-28). New York probes reported counter-protest assaults during Ben-Gvir visit, mayor says. haaretz.com Reports stated that chants of 'death to Arabs' were heard, and in one incident, hundreds of pro-Israel men and boys surrounded a woman, shouting racist and sexist slurs…

Ronen Tal (2025-04-28). Rabbi Donniel Hartman: speaks about the human rights, about. haaretz.com Rabbi Donniel Hartman still believes in peace. The president of the Hartman Institute thinks that nationalism is an evil inclination, that we should integrate transgender people into Judaism and that the Palestinians are part of us…

Staff (2025-04-28). Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 57 Palestinians, health officials say. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Israel considering launching new humanitarian area in southern Gaza, WSJ report says ‚ñ UN TRIAL: Foreign Minister Sa'ar calls UNRWA a 'Hamas proxy' ‚ñ YEMEN: Dozens reported dead after U.S. strikes in Saada…

Yossi Verter (2025-04-28). Lies, manipulation, incitement: affidavit on Shin Bet is pure propaganda. haaretz.com The prime minister's affidavit to the courts on Sunday is more of a press release than a testimony. As is his wont, he uses it for diversion and incitement — by blaming the Shin Bet for October 7…

Zafrir Rinat (2025-04-28). Settlers and soldiers unite to deny Palestinians water in the West Jordan Valley. haaretz.com The West Bank's Jordan Rift area is touted as a tourism hotspot, abundant with springs. Settler sabotage and military checkpoints make it difficult for Palestinians to access water…

Democracy Now! (2025-04-28). Democracy Now! 2025-04-28 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for April 28, 2025; Three U.S. Citizen Children, Including 4-Year-Old Battling 4th Stage Cancer, Deported to Honduras; "Abuse of Power": Trump Admin's "Bizarre" Arrest of Milwaukee Judge Shocks Legal Community; Former Social Security Chief Martin O'Malley Warns of "Collapse of the Entire System" Under Trump | Headlines for April 28, 2025; Three U.S. Citizen Children, Including 4-Year-Old Battling 4th Stage Cancer, Deported to Honduras; "Abuse of Power": Trump Admin's "Bizarre" Arrest of Milwaukee Judge Shocks Legal Community; Fo…

Staff (2025-04-28). NewsX World (India): Trump and Zelensky meet during Pope's funeral. gilbertdoctorow.com Yesterday afternoon's interview with News X focused on the fake news coming from Kiev: that Zelensky's 15 minutes chat with Donald Trump in Rome signified a change in relations with the American President, who allegedly now is favoring Ukraine over Russia in any peace settlement. As they say, Zelensky was putting lipstick on a pig. …

Akela Lacy (2025-04-28). Down Two Squad Members, Progressives Come for an AIPAC Democrat. theintercept.com The progressive group that helped elect the Squad is looking to rebuild after On Monday, Justice Democrats endorsed Michigan state Rep. Donavan McKinney in the 2026 Democratic primary against Detroit's Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich. — the group's first primary challenge since AIPAC's onslaught. | Thanedar, first el…

A A (2025-04-28). The Kellogg framework is a disaster for Trump. strategic-culture.su

A a (2025-04-28). La Cina accelera l'"internazionalizzazione dello yuan-renminbi" strategic-culture.su La Cina sta usando la sua moneta per ridurre la dipendenza dal dollaro americano | Segue nostro Lo scorso ottobre, la People's Bank of China ha

A a (2025-04-28). El nacimiento del nuevo orden internacional. strategic-culture.su

A A (2025-04-28). Pope Francis leaves a mixed legacy. strategic-culture.su The impact of Bergoglio's papacy can be viewed on two levels, Stephen Karganovic writes. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The…

A A (2025-04-28). The road to war in Ukraine — The history of NATO and U.S. military exercises with Ukraine — Part 1. strategic-culture.su By Larry C. JOHNSON | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | This is the first of a three-part series on the history of NATO and US Eu…

A A (2025-04-28). UK intel behind Ukraine's disastrous Krynky invasion, leaked documents reveal. strategic-culture.su Leaked documents reviewed by The Grayzone reveal that a blueprint for Ukraine's failed effort to capture the village of Krynky was assembled by Project Alchemy, a secret military-intelligence cell created by the British Ministry of Defence which sought "at all costs" to "keep Ukraine fighting." The Krynky plot led to a bloodbath that remains one of the war's biggest disasters.

A A (2025-04-28). Zelensky played his last card with the Crimea stunt. Now what? strategic-culture.su It is Zelensky who plays the role of the fake negotiator, who is unable to negotiate anything. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…

Marc Bonhomme (2025-04-28). A Pro-Climate Society of Care and Connection Against Trump's Blackmail. socialistproject.ca As noted in

SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-28). NASUWT agrees to pay £65k costs after pro-Israel smear campaign against left-wing general sec. skwawkbox.org Union settles case with would-be candidate represented by pro-Israel law firm after smears of left-winger appointed as GS As Skwawkbox reported over the past few days, the NASUWT teaching union has called a new general secretary election, despite having appointed left-winger Matt Wrack last week, after a concerted and apparently coordinated smear campaign against Wrack …

SKWAWKBOX (2025-04-28). Video: US kills 68 African refugees in Yemen airstrike. skwawkbox.org The US has slaughtered at least sixty-eight African refugees sheltering in a warehouse in Sana'a, Yemen as it continues to bomb Yemen for fulfilling its obligations under international law to prevent genocide, by its interdiction of Israeli and Israel-bound shipping: While claiming to be targeting military installations, the US — like the Israeli occupation regime …

Matthew Sitman, Sam Adler-Bell (2025-04-28). Know Your Enemy: The Meaning of Pope Francis. dissentmagazine.org Matt and Sam discuss the passing of Pope Francis, what his papacy meant, why he scandalized the Catholic right, and why his message feels so necessary and so far away.

albawaba (2025-04-28). What caused Europe's massive power outage. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Europe was just hit with a massive power outage that targeted countries such as Spain, France, Portugal, and Andorra. The recent incident caused chaos across the continent, disrupting transportation commutes such as metro stations and airports, and causing an outage for mobile services. According to Roya News, citing several reports, the disruption is being linked to the European electric grid, but investigations into the matter are still ongoing. Additionally, several other reports have linked a fire that recently erupted in France's Alaric Mountain with claims that it reportedly damaged a high-voltag…

albawaba (2025-04-28). ChatGPT helps save woman's life by predicting her cancer. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — ChatGPT, a form of generative artificial intelligence (AI) that creates humanlike images, text, or videos from user prompts, helped save a woman's life by predicting her cancer in advance.Lauren Bannon says ChatGPT helped save her life: Lauren Bannon, a mother of two, is grateful to the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot ChatGPT for predicting her cancer in advance. | Bannon had been experiencing difficulty moving her fingers both morning and evening for an extended period. After visiting several doctors, she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic condition that causes pain,…

albawaba (2025-04-28). US Temu customers report $89 in imported taxes amid tariffs. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – US Temu customers recently took to social media and expressed their anger towards Trump's tariffs on China after noticing that the imported taxes on orders from the Chinese shipping platform have skyrocketed. Several social media users took to Musk's X (formerly known as Twitter) and swarmed the platform with screenshots of their Temu orders. Many noticed that the imported taxes implemented on US orders have more than doubled in price. A customer shared his $63 order, followed by nearly $90 in imported tax, and wrote, "$89 import charges on $64 worth of Temu merchandise. It has begun…" US Temu cu…

albawaba (2025-04-28). 10 killed in blast at Peace Committee Office in south Waziristan, Pakistan. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- An explosion rocked the office of a government-linked Peace Committee near Wana Bazaar in South Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, on Sunday, killing at least 10 people and injuring more than 17, according to local officials.The blast targeted the office of Peace Committee Chairman Saif-ur-Rehman, who was among the casualties. Initial reports suggest the explosion caused significant devastation in the area, with fears the death toll may rise as several of the injured remain in critical condition.Pakistan: | 7 people have been killed and 13 injured in an explosion at a facility held by a former 'pe…

albawaba (2025-04-28). China launches satellite for data relay and transmission. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — China has launched a new satellite dedicated to data relay and transmission from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC) in Sichuan, a province in southwestern China.China launched Tianlian II-05 satellite: The Tianlian II-05 satellite was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC) in Sichuan, a province in southwestern China, for data relay and transmission purposes. | The Tianlian II-05 satellite was launched aboard a Long March-3B carrier rocket and successfully entered its planned orbit, according to People's Daily Online, the official newspaper of the Central Committe…

albawaba (2025-04-28). Death toll hits 68 after U.S. airstrike on migrant shelter in Yemen. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The death toll from a U.S. airstrike on a migrant detention facility in Yemen's Saada city has risen to 68, with 47 others injured, according to Houthi-run Civil Defense authorities. The victims were primarily African migrants, many reportedly seeking to reach Saudi Arabia for work.Houthi spokesperson and head of the negotiating team in Muscat, Mohammed Abdul Salam, condemned the strike as a "brutal crime" in a statement posted on X. He accused the U.S. administration of deliberately targeting innocent migrants, claiming the facility housed over 100 individuals at the time of the bombing.ÿ¨&yum…

Basit Mahmood (2025-04-28). Boris Johnson's dad pleads with Keir Starmer to help 'undo the huge damage of Brexit'. leftfootforward.org The letter will cause embarrassment for his son, whose campaign to pull Britain out of Europe has failed to deliver the promises he made.

Basit Mahmood (2025-04-28). Reform UK candidate shared post praising Hitler. leftfootforward.org Ahead of the local elections due to take place this week, it's been revealed that a candidate for Nigel Farage's Reform UK party shared a post praising Hitler.

Basit Mahmood (2025-04-28). Tory MPs look to remove Kemi Badenoch as local election disaster looms. leftfootforward.org "The discontent is a by-product of dire Tory poll ratings and a perception that Badenoch, 45, has performed poorly and focused on the wrong issues"

Chris Jarvis (2025-04-28). What would success look like for the Greens in the local elections? leftfootforward.org On 1 May, voters across England will go to the polls to elect more than 1,600 councillors in 24 local authorities. Alongside this, there will be six mayoral elections. | In every set of local elections since 2019, the Greens have made substantial gains, meaning there are now over 800 Green councillors. The party is hoping to build on this recent success by getting many more councillors elected this year. | There are fewer seats up for election this year than most — partially due to it being primarily County Councils which have elections, and partially due to some elections being postponed as part of the…

latintimes (2025-04-28). China Urges Antitrust Compliance in CK Hutchison's Global Ports Deal. latintimes.com China warns CK Hutchison and partners not to bypass antitrust review in $23 billion global ports sale to BlackRock-led group.

latintimes (2025-04-28). Crypto Bettors Boost India's Odds In Polymarket Bet On Trump Trade Deal. latintimes.com Crypto bettors have placed India on top of the list of countries that they believe will get a trade deal with the U.S. before July, pushing Japan and Israel in second place in the rankings.

latintimes (2025-04-28). DOGE's Cost-Cutting Efforts Could Cost US Taxpayers Big Time: Report. latintimes.com DOGE's cost-cutting efforts under Elon Musk may end up costing U.S. taxpayers billions, experts warn.

latintimes (2025-04-28). First Non-Verbal ALS Patient With Elon Musk's Neuralink Brain Implant Creates Video Featuring AI-Cloned Voice. latintimes.com The first ALS patient with a Neuralink brain implant is taking X by storm as he explained in a nearly 10-minute video how his implant works — his story gained much attention given he is the first non-verbal individual to highlight the potential of the technology.

latintimes (2025-04-28). Grain Millers Recalls 63,000 Pounds of Oats Due to Plastic Risk, FDA Says. latintimes.com Grain Millers recalled 63,000 pounds of oats due to plastic contamination risk, according to the FDA.

latintimes (2025-04-28). An Immigration Attorney And Naturalized U.S. Citizen Was Ordered to Self-Deport: DHS Says It Was a 'Glitch'. latintimes.com Similarly to Trujillo's case, hundreds of thousands of people across the country received a letter from DHS ordering them to self-deport within a seven-day period…

latintimes (2025-04-28). Kristi Noem Says Undocumented 'Career Criminal' Stole Her Purse In D.C. Restaurant. latintimes.com Authorities made an arrest connected to the stealing of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's purse. She said the person responsible is an undocumented immigrant who she called a "career criminal"

latintimes (2025-04-28). Marco Rubio Stands By Removal Of U.S. Citizen Children: 'The Children Went With Their Mother'. latintimes.com Secretary of State Marco Rubio stood by the removal of two U.S. citizen children, one of them suffering from cancer. "The children went with their mothers."

latintimes (2025-04-28). Over 100 Undocumented Immigrants Detained In Colorado Springs Nightclub Raid. latintimes.com DEA officials reported that more than 200 people were inside the underground nightclub before the arrests began shortly before 4: 00 a.m. local time. Among them, at least 114 were in the U.S. illegally.

latintimes (2025-04-28). Remittances to Mexico Dipping In 2025 After Record Year With Inflation To Blame, Analysts Say. latintimes.com According to analysts, the reasons behind the decrease are growing fears of deportation and increased scrutiny on money transfers at the U.S.-Mexico border…

latintimes (2025-04-28). Stock Markets Mostly Rise As Investors Eye Trade Talks. latintimes.com Investors were also keeping tabs on China after President Xi Jinping and other top leaders last week discussed plans to boost consumption in the world's number two economy.

latintimes (2025-04-28). Yemen's Huthi Rebel Media Says 68 Killed In US Strikes On Migrant Centre. latintimes.com The US military has hammered the Iran-backed Huthis with near-daily strikes since March 15 in an operation dubbed "Rough Rider," seeking to end the threat they pose to vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Olivia Barber (2025-04-28). Decline and disillusionment in Doncaster: Could Reform win this 'Red Wall' council? leftfootforward.org Labour-controlled Doncaster City Council faces a threat from Reform UK this Thursday. Left Foot Forward visited the city to see how locals plan to vote.

Olivia Barber (2025-04-28). Outrage as Reform UK's Andrea Jenkyns eligibility challenge rejected. leftfootforward.org A challenge to Reform UK's Dame Andrea Jenkyns' eligibility to run for mayor in Lincolnshire was dismissed at a council hearing on Friday, despite her residing in Yorkshire. | In a post on X on Friday, Jenykns claimed she was a "smear campaign survivor" and used the ruling to rally voters in Lincolnshire to support her. | The former Tory MP accused Independent mayoral candidate Marianne Overton's husband of orchestrating a "lies and smear campaign" against her. | North Kesteven Council received a complaint questioning Jenkyns' right to stand due to her residency. | She lives in Yorkshire, but was added to the…

Olivia Barber (2025-04-28). Tory MP gives awkward answer to question about whether Robert Jenrick is a 'team player'. leftfootforward.org Shadow home secretary Chris Philp gave an awkward response when asked whether Robert Jenrick is a "genuine team player". | Leadership tensions are growing as the Conservatives prepare for what Kemi Badenoch has said will be a "very difficult" local election. | In a Sky News interview this morning, Philp was questioned about whether the shadow cabinet is feeling frustrated with Jenrick after he contradicted Badenoch, suggesting he would support forming a Tory-Reform pact before the next general election. | Philp gave a telling response, stating: "I'm sure everything he [Jenrick] says is motivated by the best of…

Editor (2025-04-28). Iran Says Latest Round of Negotiations With US 'Much More Serious Than Before'. scheerpost.com By Dave DeCamp / Antiwar.com Following the third round of negotiations between US and Iranian officials, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks were "much more serious" than before and expressed hope that a deal could be reached. "This round of talks was much more serious than in the past, and we gradually moved into more …

Editor (2025-04-28). The Media Distracts You While Israel Slaughters Gazans (w/ Norm Finkelstein). scheerpost.com By Chris Hedges / | Dr. Norman Finkelstein breaks down Israel's history of utilizing American media cycles to carry out abhorrent war crimes "when the cameras are turned off." With the current chaos of the Trump administration, they are doing it yet again in Gaza. |
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Editor (2025-04-28). What's Preventing a United Front Against the Trump Regime? scheerpost.com By Norman Solomon / TomDispatch America desperately needs a united front to restrain the wrecking ball of the Trump regime. While outraged opposition has been visible and vocal, it remains a far cry from developing a capacity to protect what's left of democracy in the United States. With the administration in its fourth month, the magnitude of the …

EDWIN (2025-04-28). Dtic to host dialogue session. sanews.gov.za Dtic to host dialogue session | A session with the aim of creating a platform for meaningful dialogue between public and private sector stakeholders is set to be held on Wednesday. | This as the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), in collaboration with the MTN Group, will host the South Africa-Nigeria private sector engagement session at MTN's Head Office. | The dialogue is part of ongoing efforts to deepen economic cooperation between South Africa and Nigeria, two of the continent's most influential economies. | The session will engage South African companies currently operating in Nigeria,…

DikelediM (2025-04-28). SRD grant beneficiaries urged to verify identity to avoid delays. sanews.gov.za SRD grant beneficiaries urged to verify identity to avoid delays | The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has encouraged all Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant beneficiaries to ensure that they do an identity verification. | In a statement issued on Friday, SASSA Mpumalanga spokesperson Senzeni Ngubeni urged all beneficiaries that are required to go through this process to do so to avoid any delays. | "There is no short cut. All beneficiaries that are required to go through this process, they must do it to avoid delays and disappointment of not receiving the grant. | The main reason one would receive…

EDWIN (2025-04-28). Second G20 Trade and Investment Working Group meeting set for May. sanews.gov.za Second G20 Trade and Investment Working Group meeting set for May | The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) will host South Africa's second G20 Trade and Investment Working Group (TIWG) meeting from 6-8 May 2025 in Somerset West, Western Cape. | The meeting will bring together senior officials from member countries, as well as the European Union and African Union. | The G20 TIWG meeting is a second of a series of meetings that will take place throughout the year, ahead of the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting in October 2025. | Discussions at the meeting will focus on four priorities in the area…

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Deadly US strike hits Yemeni migrant centre. aljazeera.com Attack on Saada region kills 68 at detention centre holding African migrants.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). US strikes on Yemen kill dozens as migrant detention centre hit. aljazeera.com Attacks on Sanaa and Saada raise death toll to more than 250 people since US strikes on Yemen launched in mid-March.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). 'Burst balloon': How Pahalgam attack shattered Modi's Kashmir narrative. aljazeera.com Since 2019, Modi government has argued Kashmir was returning to 'normalcy'. The attack exposed holes in its approach.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Canada election 2025: What's at stake, polls and when to expect results. aljazeera.com Millions of Canadians head to the polls to elect a new government in the shadow of concerns over Trump's tariff regime.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Europe leads global defence spending rise, awakening to security deficit. aljazeera.com But experts tell Al Jazeera that money means little without a focus on the right systems and global partnerships.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). India and Pakistan continue to trade fire across Kashmir border. aljazeera.com Fears of wider military escalation persist following deadly attack on resort town of Pahalgam.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Iran accuses Israel of seeking to disrupt nuclear talks with US. aljazeera.com Israel reiterates demand Iran's nuclear programme be dismantled after Tehran and Washington report positive third round.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Italian police arrest French suspect in 'anti-Muslim' mosque murder. aljazeera.com French authorities have condemned the fatal stabbing as an 'Islamophobic attack' and a hate crime.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Kashmir attack: Why Pakistan's threat to suspend Simla Agreement matters. aljazeera.com Analysts believe a Pakistani pullout from the Simla Agreement could dismantle key diplomatic safeguards with India.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Manila denies China 'dealt with' Philippine mission to disputed reef. aljazeera.com Philippine officials say a mission visited Sandy Cay Reef in disputed South China Sea and unfurled the national flag.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Indian police detain 'undocumented' Bangladeshi migrants. aljazeera.com Indian police have detained over 1,000 Bangladeshis in a major crackdown on alleged undocumented migrants in Gujarat.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). US accused of killing migrants at Yemen detention centre. aljazeera.com At least 68 people were killed in a US air attack on a migrant detention centre in Yemen…

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Arsenal vs PSG — UEFA Champions League: Start time, team news, lineups. aljazeera.com Arsenal hosts French powerhouse PSG in the opening leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal in London.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Usyk vs Dubois rematch: Heavyweight fight confirmed for July 19 in London. aljazeera.com The Oleksandr Usyk-Daniel Dubois rematch for undisputed heavyweight world championship has been officially scheduled.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Israel bombs southern Beirut as its attacks in Lebanon continue. aljazeera.com Israel has bombed Beirut's southern suburbs, part of a series of attacks across Lebanon that violate the ceasefire deal…

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Why Israel's Gaza tactics are back before international judges. aljazeera.com The world's highest court is hearing evidence that Israel has breached its obligations as a UN member.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). Belarusian parliament delegation attends patriotic forum in Volgograd, Russia. eng.belta.by A Belarusian parliamentary delegation led by Chairman of the House of Representatives Igor Sergeyenko has arrived Volgograd to take part in the Union State international forum "Great Heritage — Common Future", which will be held on 28-29 April.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). Lukashenko to participate in forum, meet with Putin in Russia's Volgograd. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko, together with Russian President Vladimir Putin, will take part in the Belarus-Russia Union State international forum "Great Heritage – Common Future" in Volgograd.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). War monument unveiled in Vitebsk. eng.belta.by The Tree of Life monument was unveiled near the 5th Regiment memorial | complex in Vitebsk in memory of the victims of the genocide of the | Belarusian people during the Great Patriotic War.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). wage growth holds steady over 20 months. eng.belta.by According to the data, real wages in Belarus increased by 11.8% in March, following an 11.1% rise in February. In the public sector, real wages grew by 12.3%.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). Ambassador hails Belarus' participation in INNOPROM Central Asia expo. eng.belta.by Belarus is widely recognized and praised at the INNOPROM Central Asia exhibition, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Republic of Uzbekistan Aleksandr Ogorodnikov said in an interview with the Belarus 1 TV channel on 27 April.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). Lukashevich arrives in Brazil to attend BRICS foreign meeting. eng.belta.by The ministers are set to review the implementation of agreements and outline further steps to develop strategic partnerships to prepare for the 17th BRICS summit, scheduled to take place in Brazil on 6—7 July.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). Belarus to attend events to mark 50th anniversary of Southern liberation. eng.belta.by A Belarusian delegation led by Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus Vadim Ipatov will take part in ceremonial events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the liberation of Southern Vietnam and the country's reunification in Ho Chi Minh on 28-30 April.

eng.belta.by (2025-04-28). Delegations from Russia, Latvia, Slovakia, Germany to join Victory Day celebrations in Brest. eng.belta.by Brest has prepared an extensive Victory Day program, with a variety of events leading up to 9 May. Participating in the event will be not only residents of Brest and visitors from other regions of Belarus. Delegations from Latvia, Slovakia, Germany, and regions of Russia have already confirmed their participation.

tvbrics (2025-04-28). China makes major progress in grassland restoration. tvbrics.com The country's forestry sector enters the digital era with a new large-scale model…

Paul R. Pillar (2025-04-28). Trump can boycott, but the failure and end of Vietnam War is a fact. responsiblestatecraft.org The Trump administration has

Asha Asokan (2025-04-28). South Sudan teetering on the edge of civil war. responsiblestatecraft.org The people of South Sudan are once again

Sarang Shidore (2025-04-28). China, Philippines both plant flag on reef, escalating Maritime tussle. responsiblestatecraft.org The Philippines-China maritime tussle just edged up a notch this past week, with Chinese television

Daniel Brumberg (2025-04-28). Enrichment is the sticking point as US-Iran talks cautiously 'hopeful'. responsiblestatecraft.org Alarmed by

Édouard Soulier (2025-04-28). We need to talk about Gaza more than ever. internationalviewpoint.org The images keep coming, one after another, more of the same. Explosions, screams, cries and tragedies. Starving people who have had to survive displacement and bombardment. Access to drinking water is once again becoming a problem because Israel has destroyed Gaza's second desalination plant. It feels like we are reliving the horrors of a year ago. | – | / |

Abdul Rahman, People's Dispatch. (2025-04-28). If International Trade Reverts To The 'Law Of Jungle,' All Will Be Victims. popularresistance.org Speaking in an informal meeting of the UN Security Council on Wednesday, April 23 China's permanent representative Fu Cong questioned the unilateralism pursued by the US in international trade claiming it "severely infringes upon the legitimate rights and interests of all countries" and violates the rule based multilateral trading system. | Cong claimed a multilateral approach remains the only option for the advancement of all countries and affirmed "no country has the right to put itself above international law" and dictate terms to others. He offered Chinese cooperation in dealing with the situation to the coun…

Andreas Sartzekis (2025-04-28). Greece: anger in the streets. internationalviewpoint.org The nationwide mobilization in Greece on 9 April, called by GSEE (the only private-sector confederation), ADEDY (the only public-sector federation) and the entire trade union network, was the measure of social anger, even if the huge rallies of 28 February (at least 1.5 million in the streets across the country) were a long way off. | – | / |

Collective (2025-04-28). Ukraine's Struggle: International Trade Unions Must Act Now. internationalviewpoint.org APPEAL to the ITUC, ETUC, Trade Union Advisory Committee to the OECD, national trade unions on support of the Strategy of Ukraine on Peace and Security | – | / |

Collective (2025-04-28). Left-wing parliamentarians send letter to Lula against oil exploration in the Amazon. internationalviewpoint.org Deputies and councillors from parties such as PT and PSOL call for respect for Ibama's decision and demand an energy transition plan. | – | / |

Dan La Botz (2025-04-28). Trump's New Cuba Policy: Bad for Cuba and Migrants. internationalviewpoint.org On his return to the presidency on January 20, Donald Trump rescinded his predecessor Joe Biden's short-lived removal of Cuba from the State Sponsor of Terrorism (SSOT) designation. The SSOT designation will further isolate Cuba diplomatically and economically. | – | / |

David Bacon, Labor Notes. (2025-04-28). ICE Can't Erase What Lelo Juarez Built. popularresistance.org In 2022 I went to Washington State for May Day, and the following year as well. Just south of Canada, in Bellingham and Mount Vernon, Community2Community and Familias Unidas por la Justicia celebrate the workers holiday in the tradition followed by the rest of the world. They march. For me, a child of the Cold War, when May Day was the forbidden Communist holiday, it's a time to appreciate how the world has changed. Brightly-painted hand-made signs and banners call out—"Another World is Possible!" —a May Day sentiment if there ever was one. Some demonstrations can be formal exercises.

Gilbert Achcar (2025-04-28). The Other Catastrophe: Genocide and Famine in Sudan. internationalviewpoint.org Two years have passed since the war broke out in Sudan between the two sides of the military regime that the country inherited from the infamous Omar al-Bashir. While the situation in Sudan does not get even a tenth of the global media attention that the ongoing Zionist genocidal war in Gaza receives, the scale of the human catastrophe there is equally horrific. The death toll from the military-on-military war is estimated at more than 150,000, while the number of displaced people stands at approximately 13 million, and the number of those threatened with severe famine reaches 44 million—a record number tha…

Jackie Charniga, Eric D. Lawrence, Portside. (2025-04-28). Unifor, UAW Now At Odds Over Trump's Auto Tariffs. popularresistance.org Unifor National President Lana Payne no longer sees eye to eye with UAW leader Shawn Fain. | In a split with its Canadian sibling, the UAW endorsed President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on foreign-made vehicles and parts — the same tariffs Payne called "reckless and dangerous" for the entire integrated auto industry. | Payne told the Free Press on Thursday, the day a new round of tariffs took effect, that she hasn't met with Fain in "some time," adding that she isn't sure where he's getting his labor figures to support the pro-tariff stance. | "I don't know that I would say we have common goals here. Unifor…

jborinoco (2025-04-28). Hamas: No Partial Truce, Only Comprehensive Deal With War-Ending Guarantees Acceptable. orinocotribune.com Ahead of the forthcoming Egyptian-mediated ceasefire negotiations, the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has emphasized the necessity of a comprehensive agreement with the "Israeli" regime, as opposed to a partial one, ensuring the termination of the genocidal war in the besieged Gaza Strip. | Senior Hamas official Mahmoud Mardawi made the remarks on Saturday as a delegation from the group is slated to meet Egyptian mediators in the capital Cairo to negotiate a long-term truce deal with "Tel Aviv" (occupied Yaffa). | "The mediators and the American administration now understand our position, which is a compre…

marketing (2025-04-28). Young Women Are Among Those Who Care Most About The Cost Of Living. It Could Be Bad For The Major Parties. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | As was widely predicted , the cost of living has dominated the federal election campaign. Soaring rents , grocery bills and energy prices have squeezed household …

marketing (2025-04-28). What Political Ads Are Australians Seeing Online? Astroturfing, Fake Grassroots Groups, And Outright Falsehoods. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In the lead-up to the 2025 Australian federal election, political advertising is seemingly everywhere. | We've been mapping the often invisible world of digital political …

marketing (2025-04-28). How Much Do Election Promises Cost? And Why Haven't We Seen The Costings Yet? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | With the May 3 federal election less than a week away, voters still have little reliable information on the costs of Labor or Coalition policies. | Treasurer Jim Chalmers …

marketing (2025-04-28). Reefs In The 'Middle' Light Zone Along NZ's Coast Are Biodiversity Hotspots Many Are Home To Protected Species. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The latest update on the state of New Zealand's environment paints a concerning outlook for marine environments, especially amid the increasing push to use the marine …

marketing (2025-04-28). Lee Jae-Myung Elected Presidential Candidate For S. Korea's Democratic Party. menafn.com (MENAFN – Nam News Network) | SEOUL, Apr 28 (NNN-YONHAP) Lee Jae-myung, former chief of South Korea's Democratic Party, was elected presidential candidate for the liberal party overwhelmingly, the …

marketing (2025-04-28). Plans To Stockpile Critical Minerals Will Help Australia Weather Global Uncertainty And Encourage Smaller Miners. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The world needs huge quantities of critical minerals to make batteries, electric vehicles, wind turbines, mobile phones, computers and advanced weaponry. | Many of these …

marketing (2025-04-28). Peter Dutton Calling The ABC And The Guardian 'Hate Media' Rings Alarm Bells For Democracy. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In front of a crowd of party faithful last weekend, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton referred to the ABC, Guardian Australia and other news platforms as hate media . The …

marketing (2025-04-28). Election Diary: Labor To Slash More Consultant Costs And Increase Visa Charges To Pay For Fresh Election Commitments. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The government has dug out last-minute savings of more than | A$7 billion, to ensure its election commitments are more than offset in every year of the forward estimates. …

marketing (2025-04-28). Big And Small Spending Included In Labor Costings, But Off-Budget Items Yet To Be Revealed. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The federal budget will be stronger than suggested in last month's budget, according to Treasurer Jim Chalmers who released Labor's costings on Monday. | Many of the …

marketing (2025-04-28). A Ketamine Nasal Spray Will Be Subsidised For Treatment-Resistant Depression. Here's What You Need To Know About Spravato. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | An antidepressant containing a form of the drug ketamine has been added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), making it much cheaper for the estimated 30,000 …

marketing (2025-04-28). One In Ten Patient Safety Incidents In Hospitals Due To Poor Communication New Study. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Patients' lives are being put at risk by poor communication from healthcare professionals in hospitals worldwide, according to new research my colleagues and I …

Mondoweiss. (2025-04-28). Join Palestinian Workers' May Day Call To Act Now Against Israeli Genocide. popularresistance.org The Labor for Palestine National Network, National Students for Justice in Palestine (NSJP), and U.S. Palestinian Community Network (USPCN) join the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions-Gaza's 2025 May Day call* in urging U.S. unions to "go beyond statements and speeches and create real pressure"—including "general strikes and widespread civil disobedience"—against the ongoing bipartisan, U.S.-backed Israeli genocide in Gaza, and to "coordinate efforts with the student movement" against the Trump regime's domestic assault on Palestine solidarity and on "civil liberties and freedom of express…

newleftreview (2025-04-28). David Harvey: On Sraffa's Trail. newleftreview.org David Harvey recalls a lifetime of encounters, actual and intellectual, with the enigmatic Piero Sraffa. Interlocutor of Wittgenstein, Keynes and Robinson; devastating critic of neoclassical economics; helpmeet of Gramsci and rescuer of his Prison Notebooks. Reflections on an éminence grise of twentieth-century intellectual life.

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Ed McNally: Instruments of Empire. newleftreview.org Ed McNally on Hugh Wilford, The CIA: An Imperial History. Antidote to apologias for the US intelligence agency, a periodization from the Truman Doctrine to the 'war on terror'.

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Jiwei Xiao: China's Worker Artists. newleftreview.org Jiwei Xiao on Margaret Hillenbrand, On the Edge. Analysis of working-class precarity as a structure of feeling, manifest in Chinese literary and visual culture.

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Loic Wacquant: Punish to Rule. newleftreview.org If punishment was central to colonial statecraft—police, courts and prisons forming a 'penal triad'—how has this logic mutated since? A comparative survey of the forms of official violence that upheld empires past sheds light on techniques for domesticating today's hyperghettos and banlieues.

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Lola Seaton: Trusting Art? newleftreview.org Replying to Malcolm Bull's hypotheses in NLR 151 on the balance of trust in the artworld and cryptocurrency, Lola Seaton asks what distinguishes readymade works, like Cattelan's banana, from everyday commodities—and what exactly buyers of conceptual art get to own.

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Ross Douthat: Condition of America. newleftreview.org Nick Burns quizzes the New York Times columnist on the contradictory ideological forces and factions driving the second Trump Administration, the strengths and weaknesses of American liberalism and the state of the country that he's described as sinking into economic and cultural stagnation.

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Wang Xiaoming: On Civilization and Its Barbarisms. newleftreview.org Lessons from the history of Chinese thought on the tension between the liberal-democratic internal order of great powers and the imperial 'law of the jungle' to which they subject weaker countries. How to resist their barbarity—how to civilize oneself—without barbarizing others?

newleftreview (2025-04-28). Wolfgang Streeck: The Road Right. newleftreview.org A high-turnout election, sharply polarized around immigration, has brought another centrist coalition to power in Berlin. Wolfgang Streeck offers an unsparing analysis of Germany's political situation as its hardline incoming Chancellor rams through an expansive fiscal revolution and the far-right AfD doubles its seats.

News Desk, The Cradle. (2025-04-28). Third Round Of Iran-US Talks Ends; Both Sides Declare 'Progress Made'. popularresistance.org The third round of indirect nuclear talks between Iranian and US officials concluded on 26 April after several hours of meetings in the Omani capital, Muscat. | "The talks were much more serious than in the past, and we entered into more detailed and technical discussions. The presence of experts was useful," Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who is leading the Iranian delegation, told reporters following the talks. | "Positions were exchanged in writing several times. Overall, the atmosphere was quite serious and businesslike, and we stayed away from major discussions," Araghchi added, stressing that the "busines…

Pedro Stropasolas, Orinoco Tribune. (2025-04-28). Burkina Faso Announces The Dismantling Of Another Coup Attempt. popularresistance.org On Monday, the evening of April 21, Burkina Faso's military authorities announced that they had dismantled a "major plot" aimed at promoting a coup and "sowing total chaos" in the West African country. | The announcement was made by the Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana, who stated that the leaders of the coup attempt are allegedly based in Cà¥te d'Ivoire, whose government under President Alassane Ouattara is allied with France's interests in the region. | According to the minister, the plan of the "terrorists" would be carried out on April 16, 2025, through an assault on Burkina Faso's presidency by soldi…

Raquel Varela (2025-04-28). The Carnation Revolution of Portugal Today: The New Challenge from the Far-Right. internationalviewpoint.org Fifty-one years after the Revolution, fifty years after the first elections by universal suffrage which saw a 92% turnout, what is the legacy of the Portuguese Revolution? | – | / |

Ryan Black (2025-04-28). Harvard's Resistance To Trump Is a Start. Universities Must Go Farther. progressivehub.net DAVID PALUMBO-LIU | ACADEME BLOG…

Staff (2025-04-28). From Student to CEO: Building Healthcare Startups After Earning Your Degree. moguldom.com When you think about earning a healthcare degree, what's the first thing that comes to mind?Probably working at a hospital, right? Maybe joining a private practice or a research team? Here's the thing: you're not stuck with the traditional route.Healthcare degrees aren't just tickets to employment anymore — they're passports to entrepreneurship. More students are …

Staff (2025-04-28). One-Year-Old Baby Taken from Venezuelan Couple Who Tried to Migrate to US. orinocotribune.com Telesur journalist Madelein García reported the case of Yorely Bernal, a young Venezuelan woman who returned to the country through the Vuelta a la Patria (Return to the Homeland) program after attempting to migrate with her husband and daughter to the United States. She recounted how her one-year-old baby was taken away from them and sent to foster families, while her husband remains detained and was sent to the Anti-Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT) in El Salvador. | "This is exactly the moment when Yorely, who arrived via the last Vuelta a la Patria program, informed her mother that the United States stole…

William Donaura (2025-04-28). Trump reinvents war capitalism. internationalviewpoint.org Believing that the United States is being mistreated in international trade, Trump, speaking before an audience of auto union members gathered at the White House, announced measures that would amount to nothing less than a declaration of economic independence… | – | / |

Abby Zimet (2025-04-28). Marks of the Fascist, Tacky, Insatiable Beast. commondreams.org As we approach the 100-day milestone (yes it's only been that long) a sadistic, repressive regime increasingly reviled by its own people defiantly hurtles on – arresting judges, crushing dissent, abducting migrants, citizens, pregnant mothers, sick toddlers – while grotesquely cashing in on its atrocities with tawdry meme coins, black-tie dinners, loyalty pins and OMFG 2028 hats. We are become government by chaos, cruelty, greed – Liberace backed by the Stasi, a nation of gulags filled with gold (plated) gimcracks. SAD.Historically, the 100-day milestone is seen as an ad-hoc national Rorschach test on a new p…

Lama Khouri (2025-04-28). A Knock at the Door. counterpunch.org Lama Khouri, DPsa, is a co-founder of the Palestine-Global Mental Health Network, a psychoanalyst living and practicing in New York. She is the Director of Diversity Inclusion and Belonging, and a psychoanalytic supervisor at the Institute for Expressive Analysis. She serves on the Board of the Gaza Mental Health Foundation on the Advisory Council of the USA-Palestine Mental Health Network. Dr. Khouri is a long-term member of Jewish Voice for Peace.

Jeffrey St. Clair (2025-04-28). Roaming Charges: Show Us Your Papers! counterpunch.org American citizens are being routinely caught in Trump's deportation dragnet, detained, jailed, and threatened with deportation, even a four-year-old with cancer and a pregnant mother who would have given birth to an American citizen. When ICE's "mistakes" are revealed, usually through the presentation of a birth certificate days after the false arrest, the typical response has been to blame the victims. That's if they haven't already been deported.

M. Reza Behnam (2025-04-28). Iran and the United States: Nuclear Argy Bargy. counterpunch.org Since the 1979 Iranian Revolution, the United States and Israel have been zealous in their efforts to disempower it. Israel has used its powerful hasbara (propaganda) machine to peddle absurdities about Tehran as a nuclear threat to the region and the world.

Norman Solomon (2025-04-28). Top Democrats Have Been Enabling Trump. counterpunch.org America desperately needs a united front to restrain the wrecking ball of the Trump regime. While outraged opposition has been visible and vocal, it remains a far cry from developing a capacity to protect what's left of democracy in the United States. With the administration in its fourth month, the magnitude of the damage underway is virtually impossible

Binoy Kampmark (2025-04-28). Yale, Ben-Gvir and Banning Palestinian Groups. counterpunch.org Universities are in a bind. As institutions of learning and teaching, knowledge learnt and taught should, or at the very least could, be put into practice. How unfortunate for rich ideas to linger in cold storage or exist as the mummified status of esoterica. But universities in the United States have taken fright at pro-Palestinian protests since October

Jeffrey H. Altschul (2025-04-28). In Defense of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. counterpunch.org Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act is under attack. It's not the first time. The rationale for these attacks has remained the same for the last 50 years: Section 106 compliance is slow, expensive, and unpredictable; it hinders economic growth and kills jobs. All of this comes easy to its detractors; none of

Thomas Knapp (2025-04-28). A Hill to Dye On? RFK, Jr's Food Coloring Policies. counterpunch.org US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. says that HHS and the US Food and Drug Administration will phase out the use of petroleum-based food dyes over the next two years to "Make America Healthy Again." Of all the policy changes coming out of Washington DC, this is probably the most visible

Dean Baker (2025-04-28). Trump's Now You See Them, Now You Don't Tariffs. counterpunch.org The Trump tariff story keeps getting crazier. It may seem like ancient history now, but it was just over three weeks ago that Donald Trump gave us "Liberation Day," a set of massive tariffs on imports from almost every country in the world, including the uninhabited Heard and McDonald islands off the coast of Antarctica.

Madis Senner (2025-04-28). Wall Street Bilked Us Again For Another $1.5 Trillion In 2024. counterpunch.org Recently released GDP numbers for 2024 show that Wall Street's excesses cost Americans $1.51 Trillion last year. Instead of looking for inefficiency and bloat in government the Trump Musk duo should look at 'the market,' because that is where we are getting ripped off. The market, the Finance and Insurance portion of GDP, accounted for

Staff (2025-04-28). Syria to Recognise Israel By End 2026. defenddemocracy.press Apr 14, 2025 A British diplomatic source tells me that "President" al-Jolani aka al-Sharaa has assured the UK that Syria will "normalise relations" with Israel, recognise the State of Israel and exchange ambassadors, by the end of 2026. This is part of a deal in exchange for substantial Western financial support and the lifting of …

Staff (2025-04-28). Commemoration of liberation without the liberators? defenddemocracy.press FIR is outraged by current developments in Germany that instrumentalize the commemoration of the liberation from fascism and war for the foreign policy interests of the German government. After representatives of the Russian Federation were explicitly uninvited to the celebrations for the liberation of the Auschwitz extermination camp in Poland in 2020, instead it was …

Staff (2025-04-28). The new Bandung spirit is about industrial development. defenddemocracy.press With the expansion of BRICS to more countries of the Global South, a revival of the "Bangdung Spirit" is taking place, not without its contradictions and fresh challenges By Vijay Prashad * April 15, 2025 Lee en español aquí In January 2025, Indonesia — the world's fourth-largest country by population (282 million) with the seventh-largest …

Staff (2025-04-28). The Economics of a Dying Empire. defenddemocracy.press Professor Richard Wolff dissects the erratic and unpredictable nature of the Trump administration's economic policy, and how it signals the decline of American Empire. Apr 10, 2025 We remind our readers that publication of articles on our site does not mean that we agree with what is written. Our policy is to publish anything which …

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Auto Shanghai 2025 sees old vs new, tech vs legacy. ecns.cn With booths of more than 1,000 exhibitors spread across 16 halls at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, Auto Shanghai 2025 is intimidatingly big for one who wants to see them all in person.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Enterprises eye China's huge consumer market. ecns.cn In the just-concluded China International Consumer Products Expo 2025 in Hainan province, foreign giants like Burberry and CP Group have shown optimism and long-term commitment to the Chinese market.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China's gold output sees steady growth in Q1 of 2025. ecns.cn China's gold output saw steady growth in the first quarter of 2025, according to industry data published on Monday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China's wind, solar energy capacity outpaces coal power. ecns.cn China's combined installed capacity for wind and solar power has historically surpassed that of coal power by the end of the first quarter this year, marking a significant milestone in the country's energy transition.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Construction of China's Adora Flora City cruise ship enters floating stage. ecns.cn China's second domestically-made large cruise ship — Adora Flora City — reached a crucial point in its construction on Monday, moving closer to its scheduled delivery in 2026.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Museum docent: Unity of all Chinese ethnic groups creates today's happy life. ecns.cn Ji Wenyi, a docent at Xiangshan Museum of the Founding of New China, has been a frontline worker for six years since joining the museum.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China reveals details of U.S. cyberattack on major encryption provider. ecns.cn U.S. intelligence agencies launched cyberattacks against a major Chinese commercial cryptography provider in 2024, stealing sensitive data, according to a report from China's National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team/Coordination Center (CNCERT).

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Sichuan Airlines launches direct flights between Chengdu and Madrid. ecns.cn Sichuan Airlines has officially launched a direct air route linking Chengdu and Madrid, further strengthening ties between China and Spain.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Chongqing turns household waste into power, boosting energy utilization. ecns.cn Recently, a reporter with China News Service visited the Luoqi National Resource Recycling Base in Yubei District, Chongqing, where vehicles are bustling back and forth to transport various types of garbage to different processing plants for power generation. Kitchen waste, among others, is processed into biodiesel, biogas, organic fertilizers, and the like, setting an example for the development of local circular economy.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). (W.E. Talk) Jenny Shipley: The enlightenment of Mencius' thoughts on bridging the divides in the international community. ecns.cn I am intensely interested in the history of civilizations, their evolution, and their application to challenges and opportunities. I am not an expert on Confucius's or Mencius's thought, but I believe that Oriental civilizations, and Mencius's perspective in particular, offer an exceptional opportunity. What is clear to me is that applying a Mencius perspective to Oriental civilization causes one to pause, reflect, and consider.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China's grain supply would not be affected even without U.S. imports: official. ecns.cn Even without importing feed grains and oilseeds from the United States, China's grain supply would not be affected, Zhao Chenxin, vice chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said on Monday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China opens first peony cargo line to boost flower economy. ecns.cn The first Chinese peony flower cargo line from Heze, Shandong Province to Ezhou in Hubei Province opened at Huahu International Airport, Asia's first cargo hub, in Ezhou on Sunday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China steps up to oppose U.S. tariff hegemony with justified countermeasures to uphold international justice: official. ecns.cn A Chinese official said on Monday that the so-called "reciprocal tariffs" imposed by the U.S. have had a global impact. Fabricating grounds for action, engaging in bullying and coercion, and repeatedly going back on its word, the U.S. has gravely violated the tide of history and the laws of economics.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). U.S. politics spark surge in Canadian university interest. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump's pressure on universities is leading more American students to consider studying in Canada, as experts say the trend reflects growing concerns over academic freedom.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). G20 faces toughest test amid U.S. stance. ecns.cn Leading policymakers and experts warned in Washington that rising uncertainty about U.S. commitment to multilateralism and tensions between major countries could pose challenges to global economic and climate cooperation.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Xi stresses pooling strength of working class for rejuvenation of Chinese nation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping on Monday called for pooling the strength of the country's working class and working people and working hard in a down-to-earth manner to turn the grand blueprint of realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation into reality.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China adds 3.08 million new urban jobs in Q1. ecns.cn About 3.08 million new urban jobs were created nationwide in the first quarter, an increase of 50,000 compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Whooping cough cases increasing, health authorities launch prevention campaign. ecns.cn China is witnessing a dramatic resurgence of whooping cough (pertussis), with reported cases reaching a 40-year peak in 2024. Nearly 500,000 cases have been recorded this year—a 12-fold increase compared to 2023.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Beijing-based hospital dismisses associate chief physician after ethics violation. ecns.cn The China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing announced on Sunday night the dismissal of an associate chief physician in its thoracic surgery department following allegations of professional misconduct and personal ethics violations.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Shanghai hospital debuts world's first integrated CT ring linear accelerator. ecns.cn The world's first integrated CT ring linear accelerator was put into clinical use at Shanghai Renji Hospital on Saturday, making a breakthrough in the country's research and clinical application of high-end medical equipment and setting a new benchmark in the field of oncology radiation therapy.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China expects over 2 mln daily cross-border passengers during Labor Day holiday. ecns.cn Ports across China will see an average of 2.15 million cross-border passenger trips every day during the upcoming Labor Day holiday, which starts on Thursday, the National Immigration Administration estimated on Monday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Police bust online operation boosting posts with fake accounts. ecns.cn Police have cracked a major case involving people paid to share, comment on and "like" online posts, the cybersecurity protection bureau of the Ministry of Public Security said on Monday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China sends new data relay satellite into space. ecns.cn Tianlian II-05, China's second-generation geosynchronous orbit data-relay satellite, will provide data relay and TT&C (telemetry, tracking and command) services for manned spacecraft.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Google misbehaves again in South China Sea issue stoked by U.S., Philippines: expert. ecns.cn Google Maps recently labeled part of the western Philippine archipelago as the "West Philippine Sea" instead of the internationally recognized "South China Sea," "ÄÄsparking public concern.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Museum docent: Sharing revolutionary stories of ethnic unity is my mission. ecns.cn Ji Wenyi, a docent at Xiangshan Museum of the Founding of New China, has been a frontline worker for six years since joining the museum.

geo.tv (2025-04-28). Candidates in Canada election make final pitches under shadow of Vancouver tragedy. geo.tv

geo.tv (2025-04-28). Australia's ruling party to hike student visa fees again in pre-election pledge. geo.tv

geo.tv (2025-04-28). French mosque stabbing attack suspect detained in Italy. geo.tv This representational image shows a French Police officer and a Police Municipal officer securing a school after a knife attack in Nantes, western France, on April 24, 2025. — AFPSuspect is unemployed and belongs to Bosnian family.French prosecutor says suspect surrendered…

geo.tv (2025-04-28). UN nuclear watchdog team in Iran for technical talks. geo.tv Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi meets with International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi in Tehran, Iran, April 16, 2025. — ReutersIran's FM says IAEA experts might join next round of Iran-US dialogue.IAEA chief says agency could help achieve positive…

greenleft.org.au (2025-04-28). A call for genuine remembrance not 'ANZAC-ery'. greenleft.org.au

hindustantimes (2025-04-28). On Cam: In US, Huge Raid On Illegal Migrants' Nightclub Party With Drugs, Guns; 100+ Arrested | Trump. hindustantimes.com More than 100 illegal immigrants were arrested after federal law enforcement agencies raided an illegal after-hours nightclub in Colorado Springs early on Sunday. Over a dozen active-duty military members were also at the club during the raid. DEA agents found weapons and illicit drugs, including cocaine, methamphetamine and a mixture of powdered drugs known as pink cocaine. Watch this video to know more.

hindustantimes (2025-04-28). On Cam: Meloni & Zelensky's Awkward Moment During Talks On Sidelines Of Pope Funeral? | Ukraine,Italy. hindustantimes.com Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's "frustrated" eye-roll and cold body language during her greeting with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky in Rome has set social media ablaze. The awkward moment, caught on camera after Pope Francis' funeral, fueled speculation about diplomatic tensions even as both leaders discussed peace and condemned Russian attacks. As Meloni calls for an "immediate ceasefire" and praises Ukraine's readiness for peace, the internet can't stop talking about her viral reaction.

hindustantimes (2025-04-28). Scared Pakistan's Urgent Call Amid India's Pahalgam Revenge Fear: China Shocks After 'Missile Move'. hindustantimes.com China expressed support for its all-weather ally Pakistan in the aftermath of Pahalgam terror attack. Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi spoke to his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar on Sunday and backed Islamabad in safeguarding its sovereignty and security interests. Wang called both sides to exercise restraint and called for an "impartial investigation" into the Pahalgam terror attack, as per a readout from China's foreign ministry.

Human Rights Watch (2025-04-28). 'Killer Robots' Threaten Human Rights During War, Peace. hrw.org Click to expand Image | © 2025 Brian Stauffer for Human Rights Watch | (New York, April 28, 2025) — Autonomous weapons systems pose grave risks to human rights during both war and peacetime, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. Governments should tackle the concerns raised by such weapons systems, known as "killer robots," by negotiating a multinational treaty to address the dangers. | April 28, 2025 | A Hazard to Human Rights | Autonomous Weapons Systems and Digital Decision-Making | Download the full report in English | Download the Summary & Recommendations in Arabic | Download th…

Mat Ward (2025-04-28). 10 new albums Donald Trump want you to hear. greenleft.org.au Mat Ward looks back at April's political news and the best new music that related to it.

Staff (2025-04-28). Palestinian officials: Turkey, backed by U.S., presses Hamas for Gaza cease-fire concessions. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Israel considering launching new humanitarian area in southern Gaza, WSJ report says ‚ñ GAZA: 17 killed overnight, Al Jazeera says ‚ñ YEMEN: Dozens reported dead after U.S. strikes in Saada…

Suresh Kumar (2025-04-28). Malaysia adopts controversial carbon capture and storage bill. greenleft.org.au Malaysia's parliament fast-tracked and passed the Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Bill in March, opening the door to the construction of CCUS facilities across Peninsular Malaysia, writes Suresh Kumar. But critics say the move is little more than greenwashing.

Rizik Alabi (2025-04-28). Tomb of Rabbi Chaim Vital Vandalized in Damascus, Raising Alarm Over Heritage Protection. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). Hundreds of Rabbis Accuse Trump Administration of Politicizing Antisemitism. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). Iran Repels Major Cyberattack Following Deadly Port Explosion. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). Trump's Yemen Campaign Targets Houthis as Civilian Casualties Mount. themedialine.org

Sachi Kitajima Mulkey (2025-04-28). A siege on science: How Trump is undoing an American legacy. grist.org

Matt Simon (2025-04-28). Why Trump can't stop states from fighting climate change. grist.org The United States has never really cared much about tackling climate change, at least at the federal level. Up until the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act, or IRA — which handed out billions of dollars for people to electrify their homes, and pumped billions more into the clean energy economy — neither Congress nor the executive branch advanced truly meaningful climate policy, given the scale of the crisis. | Yet carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S. have fallen from

B. 'Toastie' Oaster (2025-04-28). With climate action at stake, pro-Trump statement at UNPFII met with silence. grist.org This story is published through the Indigenous News Alliance. | During the opening day of this year's United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, or UNPFII, one speech took a striking turn. Indigenous leaders and representatives of nation states delivered 3-minute monologues about the plight and importance of Indigenous women around the globe. Most were followed by ripples of applause from the speakers' peers, or sometimes thunderous ovation if the statement was particularly rousing. | Notably, an hour or so in, when the U.S. counselor for economic and social affairs, Edward Heartney, delivered his

Aimee Gabay (2025-04-28). Indigenous delegates at the UN raise alarm on voluntary isolated peoples. grist.org This story is published through the Indigenous News Alliance. | At the Deforestation is closing in on some communities in the Amazon and many lack offi…

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-04-28). Imam Khamenei Orders Thorough Investigation into Port Blast. english.almanar.com.lb Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution in Iran Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei ordered on Sunday a thorough probe into the blast which rocked Shaheed Rajaei Port in the southern Iranian city of Bandar Abbas. In a message marking the first comment by the Leader on the explosion which took place on Saturday, Imam Khamenei said …

Laurie Wastell (2025-04-28). The Home Affairs Select Committee Report on the Southport Riots Gets One thing Right — the Authorities Shouldn't Have Withheld Information About the Attacker For so Long. dailysceptic.org In the Daily Sceptic, Laurie Wastell reviews the Home Affairs Select Committee's report on the Southport riots and concludes that MPs distrust the public almost as much as the public distrusts them.

newarab (2025-04-28). Abbas to visit Lebanon for talks on disarming Palestinian camps. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Boko Haram jihadists kill at least 14 Nigerian farmers. newarab.com The farmers were clearing their land on Saturday near Pulka town in Gwoza district in preparation for the upcoming planting season when they were attacked, said Abba Shehu Timta, the district's political administrator. | Search and rescue teams, accompanied by troops, were combing nearby bushes for more bodies, he added. | The town near the border with Cameroon has been repeatedly attacked by jihadis…

newarab (2025-04-28). Egyptian MPs slam Trump's 'bullying' over Suez Canal passage. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Far-right Bardella to run for French president if Le Pen barred. newarab.com The party leader of France's Le Pen, the long-time standard bearer of the French far-right, suffered a stunning blow in late March when a court convicted her and other party officials over an EU parliament fake jobs scam. | As well as being handed a prison sentence and a fine, she wa…

newarab (2025-04-28). French team heads to Beirut to share findings on 2020 port blast. newarab.com A French judicial delegation is expected to visit Beirut on Monday to hand over its findings into the massive 2020 The delegation will reportedly meet investigating Judge Tarek Bitar, the head of Lebanon's Supreme Judicial Council, Suhail Abboud, Public Prosecutor Jamal Hajjar, and Justice Minister Adel Nassar. | The visit coincides with the investigations recently resumed by Bitar, who has summoned and questioned a number of senior officials, including Hassan Diab, the p…

newarab (2025-04-28). Gaza ceasefire talks make some progress, Qatari PM says. newarab.com "We have seen on Thursday a bit of progress compared to other meetings yet we need to find an answer for the ultimate question: how to end this war. That's the key point of the entire negotiations," said Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, who also serves as foreign minister. | Mossad Director David Barnea travelled to Doha on Thursday to meet Sheikh Mohammed amid efforts to…

newarab (2025-04-28). Iran's Khamenei orders probe into port blast that killed 40. newarab.com Iran's supreme leader His instructions came after "Security…

newarab (2025-04-28). Iraq's civil movements struggle to unite before 2025 elections. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Israel PM calls security chief 'liar', in court filing. newarab.com Netanyahu's response came almost a week after

newarab (2025-04-28). Libya general killed in attack on his Tripoli home. newarab.com Unidentified gunmen shot dead a Libyan general on Sunday in an attack on his home in the capital that drew condemnation from the Tripoli-based government. | "It is with deep sadness that I mourn Brigadier General Ali Ramadan al-Rayani, who was martyred today while defending his home against a group of criminals," Dbeibah said in a statement. | Authorities have yet to comment o…

newarab (2025-04-28). Mahmoud Abbas faces backlash over Hussein al-Sheikh appointment. newarab.com In a historic and controversial move, The decision, approved by the Palestine Liberation Organisation's (PLO) Executive Committee and Central Council on Saturday, makes al-Sheikh the second-highest official in the organisation, directly…

newarab (2025-04-28). Mass panic, displacement as Israel bombs southern Beirut. newarab.com Israeli forces launched a heavy airstrike on Sunday targeting a building in the Hadath area of Beirut's southern suburb, an area widely seen as a stronghold of The strike came after Israeli forces issued warnings, triggering panic among residents and sparking a large wave of displacement. |

newarab (2025-04-28). Netanyahu says Iran's entire nuclear program must go. newarab.com The United States and Iran have so far held three rounds of indirect talks,

newarab (2025-04-28). IS suspect arrested in Iraq over New Orleans truck attack. newarab.com Iraqi authorities have arrested a suspected member of the Islamic State group for inciting a January truck-ramming The city in the southern state of Louisiana was plunged into a panic early on New Year's Day when a US army veteran, who the FBI said had pledged loyalty to IS, ploughed a pickup truck into revellers in the crowded French Quarter, famed for its nightlife. | Police killed the suspect in an exchange of fire. | T…

newarab (2025-04-28). Swiss fencers turn backs on Israel team in protest over Gaza war. newarab.com Athletes continue to use international sports arenas to In the latest act of solidarity, players from Switzerland's fencing team

newarab (2025-04-28). Trump pressed Egypt's Sisi for Suez Canal waiver in early April. newarab.com The disclosure has fuelled public outrage across

newarab (2025-04-28). Trump tells Putin to 'stop shooting' and make a deal. newarab.com Trump, who boasted before his inauguration that he could halt Those efforts have so far failed to yiel…

newarab (2025-04-28). US military says will limit disclosing details on Yemen strikes. newarab.com The U.S. military said on Sunday it will not reveal specific details about Republican President

newarab (2025-04-28). Yemen's Houthis say two killed in US strikes on Sanaa. newarab.com "Two people were killed and another injured after the American enemy targeted a house" in a neighbourhood in south Sanaa, the Iran-backed rebels' official Saba news agency said. | "Nine others were injured, including two women and three children, in the American aggression on a residential area in the west of Al-Rawda," another district of the Yemeni capital, according to the same source. | On Saturday eve…

UMMID (2025-04-28). Humayun: The King Who Ruled India Twice. ummid.com Humayun, the second Mughal ruler was a fascinating character who is often wrongly looked upon as a dull ruler who was not fit for ruling.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Indus Water Treaty Put on Hold: India's Response to Pahalgam Attack. ummid.com Apparently holding Pakistan responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack, India on Wednesday April 23, 2025 suspended the Indus Water Treaty signed between the two countries in 1960.

UMMID (2025-04-28). NEET UG 2025: Exam City Intimation Slip Released. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released Advance Intimation of Examination City or Exam City Intimation slip for NEET UG 2025 on its official website neet.nta.nic.in.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Pahalgam Bleeds: A Valley Mourns, A Community Blamed. ummid.com As a Kashmiri, as a human being, I ask: how long must we bleed before someone hears us, not blames us?

UMMID (2025-04-28). Puncture fixer's son, rickshaw driver's daughter among UPSC CSE Toppers 2024. ummid.com In a remarkable demonstration of grit and determination, son of a puncture fixer and daughter of an auto-rickshaw driver have cracked the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2024 the result of which was announced Tuesday.

UMMID (2025-04-28). 22 from Muslim World, 01 from India among Top 100 Universities in Asia. ummid.com A total of 22 universities from the Muslim world figured in the list of Top 100 Universities in Asia whereas the dismal performance of the Indian universities continues if the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025 are any indication.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Malegaon shuts down over Pahalgam terror attack. ummid.com Malegaon, the Muslim dominated Textile City in Maharashtra, Thursday April 24, 2025 observed a day long shut down in solidarity with the victims of Pahalgam terror attack and to condemn terrorism.

UMMID (2025-04-28). OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2025 Starts Today, Check Steps. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started receiving Online Application forms for Class 11 (Intermediate) Amission 2025 through Online Facilitation System For Students (OFSS) website ( www.ofssbihar.info) from today Thursday April 24, 2025.

UMMID (2025-04-28). West Bengal 10th Madhyamik result 2025 date, time officially confirmed. ummid.com The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has officialy confirmed the date and time to announce the result of the Class 10 Madhyamik board exam 2025.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Indus River is Common Heritage of South Asia, Must Not be Harmed. ummid.com The Indus and its tributaries are sacred for the people of India as well as Pakistan as these constitute the common heritage of all of South Asia and indeed of all humanity.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Mumbai University Admission 2025 Starts, Read Details. ummid.com The Mumbai University has started receiving online application forms for the admission in Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) courses for the academic year 2025-26.

UMMID (2025-04-28). How Compounding Calculator can help you stay motivated to invest. ummid.com Discover how a compounding calculator can help you stay motivated by showing how small, consistent investments may grow into long-term wealth.

UMMID (2025-04-28). US backed proxy war against Myanmar Junta and Bangladesh dilemma. ummid.com Highly placed sources said that the mission is to support a US-backed proxy war in Rakhine state against the Myanmar military junta, and wants Bangladesh to join.

UMMID (2025-04-28). From Babri Masjid to Waqf Act: Indian Judiciary and Muslim Issues. ummid.com There is a time tested policy to hold judiciary at ransom, at the altar of the issues concerning the Indian Muslims.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Protest, backlash after Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in United States. ummid.com Impromptu protests and backlash are reported from different parts of the United States after Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by FBI Friday over Trump's hard-line deportation policy.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Shiv Sena gives 5L aid to family of Kashmiri horseman killed in Pahalgam attack. ummid.com Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and leader of Shiv Sena, Eknath Shinde, has provided INR 5 lakh aid to the family of Kashmiri horseman killed in Pahalgam while fighting the terrorists.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Telangana SSC Result 2025 – Steps and Link to Check. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana is declaring soon on its official website bse.telangana.gov.in the result of the students who appeared for the TS SSC (Class 10) examination in 2025.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Saudi Arabia's non-oil exports in 2024 highest in Kingdom's history. ummid.com Saudi Arabia's non-oil exports reached an unprecedented SAR515 billion in 2024, marking the highest value in the Kingdom's history.

UMMID (2025-04-28). Muslim Personal Law Board suspends Waqf Act protest over Pahalgam attack. ummid.com To show solidarity with the victims of Pahalgam terror attack, All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has suspended the ongoing protest against the Waqf Act 2025.

The Independent (2025-04-28). Sacred Parallels: Why African rituals were never pagan. independent.co.ug Inspired by the Daily Monitor headline: "Traditions, Rituals in Pope's Funeral" COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | As the world watched the solemn burial of Pope Francis, rich in symbolism, tradition, and spiritual reverence, it becomes impossible to ignore the striking parallels with other global rites of passage, particularly those found in Africa. The Daily Monitor headline, …

RONALD MUSOKE (2025-04-28). EU companies fueling minerals smuggling in DRC. independent.co.ug 'Coltan moves from DR Congo to EU via Rwanda' ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | All actors in the supply chain of illicit mineral exports, from operators of the mines to end product users, need to be held accountable for sustaining the bloodbath in the conflict-riven eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). That is the position of Bwesigye …

The Independent (2025-04-28). COURT OF APPEAL: Finance Minister should name new URBRA board as ordered by High Court. independent.co.ug Court of Appeal confirms that URBRA Board is incompetent, maintains order to reinstate CEO Martin Nsubuga ‚ú≥ HIGH COURT RULING (click) ‚ú≥ APPEAL COURT RULING (click) Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application by four board members of the Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA), to halt a High Court order, seeking …

The Independent (2025-04-28). Probe into Isimba starts after IGG Beti Kamya visits dam. independent.co.ug Can the IGG unearth culprit for the mess at Isimba dam? NEWS ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT | Inspector General of Government (IGG), Beti Kamya commenced a probe into shoddy work at the 183MW-Isimba hydro power dam. The IGG's intervention comes after several years of demands for accountability by a section of Ugandans. While it was …

The Independent (2025-04-28). DR Congo, Rwanda agree draft peace deal in Washington. independent.co.ug KINSHASA | Xinhua | The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda signed a Declaration of Principles in Washington, the United States on Friday, marking a significant step toward restoring peace in eastern Congo, a region long plagued by conflict. The declaration was signed by DRC Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwamba Wagner and her Rwandan …

The Independent (2025-04-28). New marathon record as Jacob Kiplimo impresses on debut. independent.co.ug Top 10, London Marathon 1 SAWE, Sabastian üá∞üá™ 02: 02: 27 2 KIPLIMO, Jacob üá∫üᨠ02: 03: 37 3 MUNYAO, Mutiso üá∞üá™ 02: 04: 20 4 NAGEEYE, Abdi üá≥üá± 02: 04: 20 5 TOLA, Tamirat üá™üáπ 02: 04: 42 6 KIPCHOGE, Eliud üá∞üá™ 02: 05: 25 7 KIPKOECH, Hillary üá∞üá™ 02: 06: 05 8 PETRO…

The Independent (2025-04-28). Man arrested for alleged murder of woman, 3-year-old girl. independent.co.ug Nakaseke, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Nakaseke have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a woman and her granddaughter at Wakayamba Village in Kikamulo Sub-County. Specioza Nakato, aged 53, and her three-year-old granddaughter, Sheilla, were found murdered in a coffee plantation on Wednesday night. Sam Twineamazima, the Savannah Regional police …

The Independent (2025-04-28). AU troop-contributing countries urge reinforcement as Somalia's security falters. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Defense and foreign affairs ministers from troop-contributing countries to the African Union (AU) peacekeeping force in Somalia have called for urgent action, warning that Somalia's security is faltering as the al-Shabaab militant group gains ground. The ministers from Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda, together with those from Somalia, convened in …

The Independent (2025-04-28). National Unity Platform fights with the state, and why arrests of NUP foot soldiers may not stop any time soon. independent.co.ug SPECIAL REPORT | INDEPENDENT WRITERS | Since 2020, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu and his group have been complaining that NUP supporters are being targeted unfairly by the State. He has cited a number of incidents of what he calls "abductions". In some cases, he alludes to extra judicial killings although he does not provide proof. He …

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-04-28). It's Always About The System. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix: ⚪ ‚ùñ | The main reason more people don't just go all in with opposing the US empire and rejecting all its propaganda about enemy states is because they can't handle working through the heavy cognitive dissonance which comes with recognizing that everything you've been taught is a lie. | Most people recognize to some extent that the US and its allies do bad things, but those who take it all…

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Q1 int'l air travel soars to new heights. ecns.cn China's international air transport sector saw a sustained recovery in the first quarter, with flight numbers and passenger volumes continuing to climb, the Civil Aviation Administration of China said on Sunday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Ex-Japan PM urges tech collaboration with China. ecns.cn Japan and China can leverage their respective strengths in a macro-micro partnership, particularly in the realms of artificial intelligence and robotics, to achieve mutual benefits and success.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Hong Kong, Zhejiang strengthen cooperation. ecns.cn Cooperation between Zhejiang province and Hong Kong will enable the two regions to join forces and seize major opportunities brought by China's high-quality development and high-level opening-up.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Transport sector to be powered by low-carbon electricity in a decade. ecns.cn China aims to establish a modern energy system for its transport sector by 2035, focusing on clean, low-carbon energy consumption, technological innovation, and green, efficient practices, the Ministry of Transport said on Friday.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). AI tech set to reshape consumer experience. ecns.cn The boundaries between technology and daily life fade visibly at a rapid pace as I strolled through the exhibition halls of the China International Consumer Products Expo 2025.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Hainan expanding reach of low-altitude economy. ecns.cn China's low-altitude economy, a strategic emerging sector that is key to developing new quality productive forces, has captured the imagination of the country's tropical island of Hainan province.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). China-developed single-person wearable aircraft completes first public flight. ecns.cn A wearable single-person aircraft based on a triple-duct configuration, developed by Hangzhou Zhiyuan Research Institute, has completed its first public flight in Hangzhou, eastern China's Zhejiang Province.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Norwegian film wins 4 Tiantan awards. ecns.cn The 15th Beijing International Film Festival concluded on Saturday with a star-studded closing ceremony that unveiled the winners of the Tiantan Award, the festival's top honor.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Henan's peonies bring out poetry in nation's culture. ecns.cn Every April, the peony gardens of Luoyang in Henan province come alive as over 1,000 varieties burst into bloom, drawing visitors from home and abroad.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Hong Kong to welcome 840,000 mainland arrivals for May Day holidays. ecns.cn HKSAR is expected to welcome about 840,000 tourists from the Chinese mainland during the upcoming five-day May Day holidays, which would be up 10 percent from the same period last year and up 13 percent from this year's Spring Festival holidays .

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Growing number of Chinese students choosing Ireland for higher education. ecns.cn Chinese mainland students accounted for 10.9 percent of the international student body in Irish higher education last year, making China the third-largest source country for foreign students in Ireland behind India and the United States.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Green draft to be scrutinized by legislators. ecns.cn A draft environmental code, poised to become China's second formal statutory code once adopted, has been submitted to an ongoing session of the country's top legislature for a first reading.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Xizang holds Dangjiren horse racing festival. ecns.cn Dangjiren literally means a grand party in Damxung, a county located at an average altitude of 4,300 meters in northern Lhasa. During the Dangjiren horse racing festival, local residents wearing colorful long-sleeved clothes and hats race against each other on horses decorated with colorful ornaments.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Scenery of renowned water town in Jiangsu. ecns.cn Known as the "No. 1 water town in China", Zhouzhuang preserves traditional architectures with distinct riverside features including revetments, arch bridges, white walls and black tiles.

ecns.cn (2025-04-28). Buffalo herd crosses Jialing River to forage in Sichuan. ecns.cn Over 200 buffaloes swam across the river at sunrise to reach pasture and return at sunset.

editor (2025-04-28). Labor's litany of lies. onlineopinion.com.au With time running out in the countdown to the May 3 Federal election, Australia's future may well depend on how many voters believe Labor's repetitive litany of lies.

editor (2025-04-28). Huckabee arrives in Israel to represent Trump's views, not his own. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's views for resolving sovereignty in just a miniscule area of Huckabee's 'tiny sliver of real estate' are yet to be revealed..

Pacific Media Watch (2025-04-28). PodTalk.live ushers in new 'indie' information and debate era. asiapacificreport.nz PodTalk.live After a successful beta-launch this month, PodTalk.live has now called for people to register as foundation members — it's free to join…

xinhuanet (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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 (2025-04-28). 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."

xinhuanet (2025-04-28). Palestinians clash with Israeli soldiers after protest against Pence visit. xinhuanet.com Palestinian protesters hurl stones at Israeli soldiers during clashes after a protest against the visit of U.S. Vice President Mike Pence in Jerusalem, in the West Bank city of Hebron, on Jan. 23, 2018.

albawaba (2025-04-28). Portugal and Spain power outage: Latest updates. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A "major" power outage across the Iberian Peninsula, which also affects Spain and portions of France, was notified by Portugal's electrical utility on Monday afternoon.It stated that "all plans to restore power supplies have been activated in stages in coordination with European energy producers and operators" and that "the possible causes of this incident are being analyzed."The Spanish energy distribution firm, meanwhile, stated that it might take six to ten hours to get power back to a sizable portion of the nation following a broad blackout.Parts of Portugal and Spain experienced mayhem due to the…

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Canada election results: What's at stake, and what the polls say. aljazeera.com Millions of Canadians head to the polls to elect a new government in the shadow of concerns over Trump's tariff regime.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Fires extinguished at key Iran port as explosion death toll rises to 70. aljazeera.com Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni says the 'culprits have been identified' and the explosion was caused by 'negligence'.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Israel's Shin Bet chief ousted by Netanyahu says will stand down on June 15. aljazeera.com The announcement comes amid a legal battle over the government's decision to fire the top security official last month.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Trump-China tariff war: Who's winning so far? aljazeera.com It's early days, but the warning signs are flashing red for the US.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Vatican says conclave to elect new pope to begin on May 7. aljazeera.com A total of 135 cardinals from across the world, all below the age of 80, are eligible to take part in the secret vote.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). A protective force must be deployed to occupied Palestine. aljazeera.com States have the duty to stop genocide. Sending a peacekeeping force to Gaza and the West Bank would fulfil it.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Drone shows destruction following huge Iran port explosion. aljazeera.com Drone video captured the destruction at Iran's largest commercial port, Bandar Abbas, two days after a massive explosion…

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Israeli drone strike kills Palestinian children in Gaza City. aljazeera.com An Israeli drone strike has killed at least 12 Palestinians, including a number of children in Gaza City.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Protests in Paris against Islamophobia after mosque stabbing. aljazeera.com Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Paris to protest against Islamophobia after a Muslim man was stabbed to death.

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Sudan's RSF accused of 'war crime' after 31 people 'executed'. aljazeera.com At least 31 people, including children, have been 'executed' by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Canadians head to the polls as Trump looms over the election. aljazeera.com Canadians choose their next prime minister in a pivotal election, dominated by Donald Trump.

Jacob Abudaram (2025-04-28). Medicaid Work Requirements Don't Work — They Harm People with Disabilities. aclu.org

Shaanth Nanguneri (2025-04-28). Dems Push for "Educational Gag Order" Over Palestine Lessons in California. theintercept.com For years, California Democrats have defended their landmark program to put ethnic studies classes in high schools across the state. | In the face of national right-wing But one particular area of study threatens to unravel the Democratic consensus: Palestine. | In the past year, state lawmakers have teamed u…

Gabriel Colodro (2025-04-28). Israeli Minister Ron Dermer Lays Out Postwar Vision at Jerusalem Summit. themedialine.org

Gabriel Colodro (2025-04-28). Huckabee: Israel's Survival Is a Moral Cause, Not a Political One. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). Somali Prime Minister Reshuffles Cabinet, Appoints New Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). Harvard Subpoenas Communications Between Jewish Activist and Aish in Antisemitism Lawsuit. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). Avivi to TML: Iranian Port Blast Could Be 'Planned Attack and Not an Accident'. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). World Court Hears Claims Israel Violates International Law by Cutting Gaza Relief. themedialine.org

Gabriel Colodro (2025-04-28). Spain's Political Break With Israel May Undermine Its Own Security. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-04-28). 31 Sudanese Civilians Executed as RSF Tightens Control in Omdurman. themedialine.org

Keren Setton (2025-04-28). Iran Talks Show Momentum, but Explosion at Shahid Rajaee Raises Questions. themedialine.org

Steven Ganot (2025-04-28). Netanyahu Caught Between Loyalty to Trump and Pressure To Act on Iran. themedialine.org

newarab (2025-04-28). Iranian president visits Azerbaijan as ties warm. newarab.com

newarab (2025-04-28). Conclave starts 7 May, cardinals say new pope must tackle abuse. newarab.com Catholic cardinals agreed on Monday to begin a conclave on 7 May to Cardinals under the age of 80 will meet in the Sistine Chapel to choose a new leader for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, in a mystery-shrouded ritual dating back to the Middle Ages. | The date was decided at a meeting of cardinals of all ages e…

newarab (2025-04-28). Lawyers file legal complaint over UAE's detention of Qaradawi. newarab.com Lawyers for an The filing was made Friday on behalf of

WiBOPM (2025-04-28). Juneteenth Milwaukee 2025. wibailoutpeople.org

Haaretz Podcast (2025-04-28). only soldiers. They were lovers and football fans, they were human. haaretz.com

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albawaba (2025-04-28). Massive power outage hits Spain, leaving millions without electricity. albawaba.com

maxyyjones (2025-04-28). Pope Francis Refused to Be Silent on Gaza. Will His Successor Follow Suit? scheerpost.com

aljazeera (2025-04-28). Lights, Camera, Franchise! Hollywood's summer schedule. aljazeera.com

responsiblestatecraft (2025-04-28). Pentagon stops being coy about space war. responsiblestatecraft.org

Alex de Jong (2025-04-28). The Netherlands and the 1965 mass killings in Indonesia. internationalviewpoint.org

krish-rad_ind (2025-04-28). Trump's Agenda Crashes Into Reality + Judge Arrested As Trump Goes Full Fash! rumble.com

krish-rad_ind (2025-04-28). Amid Growing Health Threats, Nurses Are Still Fighting for Basic Protections. truthout.org

krish-rad_ind (2025-04-28). How Ed Martin Is Weaponizing the DOJ for Trump. propublica.org

krish-rad_ind (2025-04-28). 1700+ Student Visas REVOKED. youtu.be

Radical Socialist (2025-04-28). Radical Socialist Statement on Civilian Killings in Pahalgam. internationalviewpoint.org

Michael Roberts (2025-04-28). Canada: election under the shadow of Trump. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2025-04-28). There will be blood. cadtm.org

Yorgos Mitralias (2025-04-28). Internationalism in action as an antidote to the nationalist poison of resurgent fascism! cadtm.org

Collective (2025-04-28). Voices of Pastoralist Women: Leadership and Resilience in the Month of Working Women's Struggle. cadtm.org

Patrick Bond (2025-04-28). ­Both the BRICS and Bandung revivalism need tough critiques not quasi-cults. cadtm.org

Mireille Fanon-Mendès France (2025-04-28). Analytical mission Report: Mission to Haiti. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2025-04-28). Argentina: anarcho capitalism to austerity. cadtm.org

Yorgos Mitralias (2025-04-28). Gaza: "More than a human being can bear" cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2025-04-28). Tariffs, Triffin and the dollar. cadtm.org

_____ (2025-04-28). Taliban intelligence agents detain journalist Sayed Rashed Kashefi in Kabul. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Haitian gang takes over radio station, renames it Taliban FM. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Kyrgyz authorities move to shutter Aprel TV over 'negative' government coverage. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Ethiopian police raid Addis Standard, detain 3 managers. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Trial of 5 journalists who covered Turkish protests set to open. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). CPJ urges Ghana's President Mahama to reverse impunity, improve press freedom. cpj.org

_____ (2025-04-28). DRC journalist Émérite Amisi Musada reports being abducted, tortured over war coverage. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Yemeni authorities arrest journalist Awad Kashmeem in Hadramout. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Kazakh journalist Temirlan Yensebek sentenced to 5 years of restricted freedom. CPJ Staff

_____ (2025-04-28). Sudanese journalist Emtithal Abdel Fadil detained for 3 days, banned from travel. CPJ Staff

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