(2024-10-13). Syria: French national Sabri Essid to stand trial for genocide and crimes against humanity. fidh.org
(2024-10-13). Chinese, Zimbabwean universities launch research center on civilization exchanges. ecns.cn The China-Africa Joint Research Center for Exchanges and Mutual Learning between Civilizations was launched Friday in Harare, Zimbabwe's capital. The center will bring together Chinese and African academics to share knowledge, ideas, and perspectives.
(2024-10-13). Thousands march in Cape Town to support Palestinians ahead of Gaza war anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands of South Africans marched in Cape Town to show solidarity with Palestinians.
(2024-10-13). Eskom records 200 consecutive days of no load shedding. sanews.gov.za Eskom records 200 consecutive days of no load shedding | Eskom has recorded 200 days without implementing load shedding in South Africa, with the last day of load shedding being on 26 March this year. | The power utility on Sunday said the implementation of the Generation Operational Recovery Plan has yielded a reduction of [about] 8.6% in unplanned outages, and an improvement in the Energy Availability Factor by [about] 7.7%. | "The plan is projected to contribute to a potential 2% growth in the South African economy and improve Eskom's financial performance for the financial year 2025," Eskom said. | Eskom Grou…
(2024-10-13). Five family members killed in stabbing spree. sanews.gov.za Five family members killed in stabbing spree | Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for a suspect, who allegedly killed five of his family members in a stabbing spree that left two others injured. | The incident occurred on Saturday evening at the suspect's home in the Bethany area in Bergville. | "Reports indicate that the suspect and his uncle went to visit the neighbours and on their return, the suspect found his mother sitting in the lounge with others. Information further suggests that the suspect took a knife… and stabbed his mother, who managed to run outside of the house. | "Thereafter, he t…
(2024-10-13). Former Finance Minisiter Tito Mboweni passes on. sanews.gov.za Former Finance Minisiter Tito Mboweni passes on | President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to former Minister and Governor of the Reserve Bank, Tito Mboweni, following his passing. | Mboweni passed away on Saturday evening following a short illness. | "Given his sense of vitality and energetic and affable engagement with fellow South Africans, Dr Mboweni's passing at 65 comes as a shock. We have lost a leader and compatriot, who has served our nation as an activist, economic policy innovator and champion of labour rights," President Ramaphosa said. | Mboweni served as South Africa's Minister of Labour in the fi…
(2024-10-13). Hawks crack down on criminals. sanews.gov.za Hawks crack down on criminals | The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as the Hawks, will continue to pursue criminals without fear, favour or prejudice. | This is according to Hawks Head, Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, who briefed the media on Sunday to outline progress and take stock of milestones achieved during the second quarter of the 2024/25 financial year. | "The DPCI remains committed to its mandate of investigating, preventing, and combating national priority offences without fear, favour or prejudice. The DPCI has made significant inroads in apprehending individuals inv…
(2024-10-13). Minister Godongwana, SARB pay tribute to Mboweni. sanews.gov.za Minister Godongwana, SARB pay tribute to Mboweni | Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has passed his condolences to the family of Former Minister Tito Mboweni following his passing on Saturday evening. | Mboweni served as Finance Minister from 2018 to 2021, following the role Governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), and the first Labour Minister of the democratic dispensation. | READ | "We have lost a titan. A thinker, a doer and above all – a patriot. I…
(2024-10-13). Police arrest KZN man accused of killing five family members. sanews.gov.za Police arrest KZN man accused of killing five family members | Police in KwaZulu-Natal have arrested a 33-year-old man who allegedly killed five of his family members in a stabbing spree that left two others injured. | The incident occurred on Saturday evening at the man's home in the Bethany area in Bergville. | "Reports indicate that the suspect and his uncle went to visit the neighbours and on their return, the suspect found his mother sitting in the lounge with others. Information further suggests that the suspect took a knife… and stabbed his mother, who managed to run outside of the house. | "Thereafter,…
(2024-10-13). Police killings an 'assault on society and attack on the State' – Hawks Head Lebeya. sanews.gov.za Police killings an 'assault on society and attack on the State' – Hawks Head Lebeya | Seventeen police officers have been killed in the second quarter of the 2024/25 financial year. | This is according to Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) Head, Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, who briefed the media on Sunday. | At least 13 of the officers were off duty at the time of the incidents, while four were on duty when they were killed. | The Lieutenant General condemned police killings, which the DPCI categorised as a national priority offence that "requires the attention of the DPCI". | "There exists…
(2024-10-13). R25 million cocaine bust at airport. sanews.gov.za R25 million cocaine bust at airport | Customs officials of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have made a cocaine bust at the OR Tambo International Airport, with a street value of some R25 million. | According to SARS, the 47 cocaine bricks — weighing some 50kg — were stuffed in a bag that was spotted by officials and airport security on a carousel for a flight from Sao Paolo in Brazil and heading to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. | "SARS Customs officers inspected the luggage bag and saw suspicious looking objects in the bag. These objects tested positive for narcotics. Ther…
(2024-10-13). Two-pot system withdrawals hit R21 billion. sanews.gov.za Two-pot system withdrawals hit R21 billion | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) says a total gross lump sum of some R21.4 billion has been paid out to taxpayers, who have applied to utilise their Savings Withdrawals Benefit of the two-pot retirement system. | More than 1.2 million South Africans applied for the tax directive, with at least 1.14 million approved. | According to the revenue service, the remainder were "declined for a variety of reasons, including incorrect identity numbers and incorrect tax numbers, amongst others". | "SARS reminds taxpayers, who want to apply for a withdrawal to make sure th…
(2024-10-13). Tito Mboweni, South Africa's first Black central bank chief, dies at 65. scmp.com South African leaders hailed Mboweni for his contributions to economic policy and his focus on fiscal discipline.
(2024-10-13). Rethinking Foreign Funding for Africa. independent.co.ug 
African countries' large and growing debt burdens have become a major obstacle to poverty reduction COMMENT | KENNETH ROGOFF | How long can the complacent West continue to ignore Africa's sovereign-debt crisis? As African countries grapple with unsustainable debt burdens, restructuring negotiations with Western governments and multilateral institutions such as the International Monetary Fund have …
(2024-10-13). Why mobile payment is booming in Africa. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | On the bustling streets of Nairobi, the green glow of the M-Pesa (a mobile money platform) logo is inescapable, from high-end hotels to street vendors. In some tourist hotspots, signs declaring "No Cash" highlight a striking shift: over 90 percent of adults in the East African country now use mobile …
(2024-10-13). Chalking Bans and ID Checks at Protests Repress Palestine Solidarity on Campus. truthout.org As the genocide in Gaza rages on, U.S. universities welcomed students, faculty and staff back this fall by rolling out a red carpet of repression. The dedication to stifling pro-Palestine speech and action comes amidst unfathomable death and destruction brought by the siege on Gaza, the West Bank and now Lebanon. While official Palestinian Ministry of Health statistics report over 42,126… |
(2024-10-13). Blinken says US wants Lebanon solution, not 'broader conflict'. newarab.com 
Blinken however, said that Israel, which has been carrying out deadly strikes on Lebanon, "has a right to defend itself" against Hezbollah, but said he was alarmed by the worsening humanitarian situation. | The US is Israel's key alley, and has supplied billions of dollars worth of weapons used…
(2024-10-13). Earthquakes, Leakage, Expense, Death by Asphyxiation — Is There No Beginning to the Advantages of Carbon Capture? wattsupwiththat.com DeSmog is all in on the invented climate crisis and a fervent supporter of the political Net Zero fantasy. It obviously hates all hydrocarbon use and has reported on the problems of carbon capture. For its part, mainstream media just sticks with demonising fracking. Donkey nodding politicians in many jurisdictions accept the need for huge quantities of money to be poured down the CCS hole but are obviously uninformed about the risks involved.
(2024-10-13). Israel 'intentionally' bombed healthcare facilities in Gaza: UN Commission. ummid.com Israeli occupation forces 'deliberately' and 'intentionally' bombed the healthcare facilities and medical staff in Gaza and other occupied Palestinian territories, an independent enquiry by the United Nations said in its report.
(2024-10-13). Carbon Capture Means More Pollution for Black Communities in Cancer Alley. truthout.org Rosemary Green and her husband live mere feet away from a massive chemical storage depot that hugs the Mississippi River just west of New Orleans. Over 200 tanks of the International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) hulk beside their modest home on Fourth Street in the historic Black community of Elkinsville in St. Rose. Green and her neighbors have been complaining about the plant's fumes and periodic… |
(2024-10-13). Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with 'fascist' Israel amid war. newarab.com 
Nicaragua's government, in a statement, said the break in relations was due to Israel's attacks on The nation's congress had, earlier…
(2024-10-13). Anarchists in the Labor Movement #4. itsgoingdown.org The Black Rose Anarchist Federation continues to speak with anarchists involved in the labor movement. This is the fourth installment in our Anarchists in the Labor Movement series. Click through the links to read installment #1 with an education worker, #2 with healthcare workers, and #4 with a metal worker. In this interview we speak…
(2024-10-13). Yom Kippur & Kapparot: Jewish Day for Tricking God. muslimskeptic.com In the days to come, Jews all over the world will be observing Yom Kippur, which translates as "The Day of Atonement." It concludes the "ten days of repentance" that start with Rosh Hashana. Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, with religious Jews carrying out various acts of worship, such as …
(2024-10-13). Harris packs aid boxes for North Carolina hurricane victims ahead of campaign push. scmp.com The US Vice-President's campaign believes it can flip the state against Trump as Harris criss-crosses America to drum up support.
(2024-10-13). Iran Admires Nicaragua for Severing Ties with Israel. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran praised the government of Nicaragua for its "responsible" move to break diplomatic relations with the Israeli regime.
(2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Minute: Advanced imaging provides hope by seeing the previously unseen. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic remains a leader in healthcare innovation, applying advanced technologies like the 7-Tesla MRI to help improve patient care. This imaging system uses a stronger magnetic field to produce more detailed images of the body's interior. Dr. Justin Cramer, a Mayo Clinic neuroradiologist, explains how detailed brain scans help Mayo Clinic care teams diagnose and treat patients with epilepsy and other neurologic diseases. Learn more about how Mayo Clinic experts are utilizing these tools…
(2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Emotional exhaustion: When your feelings feel overwhelming. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: Oct. 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Recently, I've been feeling physically and mentally drained from the demands of work, caregiving and other responsibilities. I struggle to find motivation and have trouble concentrating on tasks. Are there strategies to help me find emotional balance? ANSWER: Turning on the news or opening a newspaper to see local and world events can bring out strong emotions and stressors. In addition to the…
(2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic, Carnegie Mellon researchers secure ARPA-H award for multiyear implantable device research for diabetes and obesity. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers will join collaborators on a federally-funded project to improve the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity.
(2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Minute: How excessive daytime sleepiness can affect heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you have a difficult time staying awake and alert during the day, you may be experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness. Dr. Virend Somers, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist with a focus on sleep medicine, explains the difference between being tired and being sleepy and how excessive daytime sleepiness can have a negative effect on the heart. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/-7jHlm8PdpU Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 03) is in the downloads at the end of this post….
(2024-10-13). Top 10 questions about breast cancer answered. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Breast cancer receives much attention during October's awareness month. Although sightings of pink ribbons and breast cancer-related information increase during the month, it's crucial to keep screenings and clinical breast exams at the forefront of preventive care year-round. A Mayo Clinic Health System high-risk breast consultant and breast cancer awareness advocate shares the top 10 questions about breast cancer asked by people of all ages and backgrounds. Why do I need to worry about breast cancer…
(2024-10-13). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating breast cancer through surgery Globally, 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the World Health Organization. Advances in treating breast cancer are improving care and quality of life.‚Å ‚Å "There are only two surgical options: lumpectomy and mastectomy. But there are 100 reasons why women choose one thing or another,"…
(2024-10-13). For the sake of a vibrant democracy, we are advocating for the rule of law in France. fidh.org
(2024-10-13). AFCON qualifiers: Salah scores, Tunisia stunned by Comoros. newarab.com 
Salah added to an opener from Trezeguet in Cairo as Egypt toiled for almost 70…
(2024-10-13). Why is Donald Trump campaigning in California, a state he's almost sure to lose? scmp.com The Republican US presidential candidate is taking a detour from swing states to launch an aggressive play on Democratic turf.
(2024-10-13). Sudan's RSF claims to capture 'Egyptian mercenaries' in war. newarab.com 
(2024-10-13). Egyptian universities and the League of Islamic Universities to cooperate in the field of ecology. tvbrics.com 
The plan is to support the preparation of graduation projects of students studying journalism and technical specialities…
(2024-10-13). D-DAY: Egypt and Sudan dismiss new River Nile agreement. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG & AGENCIES | Egypt and Sudan have rejected the recently ratified agreement on The Nile River Basin Cooperative Framework (CFA) which was expected to come into force today, 13th October 2024. The Agreement aimed to among many initiatives, establish the Nile River Basin Commission to succeed all the rights, obligations, and …
(2024-10-13). Ethiopia: Children disproportionately affected by weapon contamination. icrc.org
(2024-10-13). Forty states condemn attacks on UN Lebanon peacekeepers. newarab.com 
Forty nations that contribute to the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon said Saturday that they "strongly condemn recent attacks" on the peacekeepers. | "Such actions must stop immediately and should be adequately investigated," said the joint statement, posted on X by the Polish UN mission and signed by nations including leading contributors Indonesia, Italy and India. | Other signatories include Ghana, Nepal, Malaysia, Spain, France and China ⚪ all countries that have contributed several hundred troops to the force. | At least five peacekeepers have been wounded in recent days as Israel attempts an invasion o…
(2024-10-13). Rio Tinto class action begins over 'toxic' Bougainville mine disaster. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Harry Pearl of BenarNews An initial hearing of a class action against mining giant Rio Tinto over the toxic legacy of the Panguna copper mine on the autonomous island of Bougainville has been held in Papua New Guinea. The lawsuit against Rio Tinto and its subsidiary Bougainville Copper Limited (BCL) is seeking compensation, expected…
(2024-10-13). Gagauzia's President: The US wants to play with us like a toy. uwidata.com By Adnan Tàºrkkan We met with the President of the Autonomous Republic of Gagauzia, Evghenia Gutul. President Gutul responded to our questions on the relations between Gagauzia and the Moldovan government, Moldova's deteriorating relations with Russia and the US's influence in Moldova. Evghenia Gutul emphasizes that US's pressure has worsened Moldova's relations with Russia, they …
(2024-10-13). Iran has not provided ballistic missiles to Russia: FM. presstv.ir Iran has once again rejected claims about supplying Russia with ballistic missiles amid reports that the EU will use the accusations as a pretext to impose sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
(2024-10-13). TRT chief's 'disturb Iran' remarks spark outrage, IRIB World Service head seeks clarification. presstv.ir Taking strong exception to remarks made by the head of Turkey's state broadcaster, the president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) World Service has called on Turkish government officials to denounce and clarify these statements.
(2024-10-13). Israeli Army Injures Many Palestinians Near Bethlehem, Opens Fire at Homes, Near Hebron. imemc.org 
On Saturday, Israeli forces injured Palestinian citizens and damaged their homes near Nablus in the northern West Bank, in addition to the Bethlehem and Hebron governorates, in the southern West Bank. Occupation soldiers invaded the town of Beita, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, on Saturday, sparking protests. Media sources said that Israeli …
(2024-10-13). Iraqi resistance launches fresh drone attacks on Israeli targets. presstv.ir The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has announced fresh retaliatory strikes on Israeli targets in the occupied Golan Heights and southern territories, utilizing drones in support of Palestinian and Lebanese civilians.
(2024-10-13). An out-of-control Netanyahu has now openly threatened UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. thecanary.co Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday 13 October called on the UN chief to move UN peacekeepers deployed in southern Lebanon out of "harm's way". A dishevelled Netanyahu, speaking to camera, told the UN peacekeepers to leave "right now" — in another sign the genocidal leader of the genocidal Israeli state is growing increasingly […] | By
(2024-10-13). 25 Israeli Soldiers Wounded in Southern Lebanon Clashes: Reports. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Around 25 Israeli soldiers have been injured in ongoing battles with Hezbollah resistance forces in southern Lebanon, as tensions escalate between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters.
(2024-10-13). Hezbollah Tensions Escalate: IDF Thwarts Attacks Amid Yom Kippur Clashes. devdiscourse.com In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Israel's military successfully intercepted five projectiles launched from Lebanon on Friday morning, signalling growing hostilities. The interception was followed by a series of IDF operations across southern Lebanon, which unearthed weapons caches in civilian homes, underscoring Hezbollah's preparedness for potential conflict.
(2024-10-13). 3rd Day Of Hezbollah Attack On Israel Food Hub; IDF Says No Damage But 'Chopper Seen Taking Wounded'. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah militants launched yet another attack on north Israel's port city of Haifa on October 13. The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired five rockets from Lebanon, but air defenses intercepted all projectiles. Meanwhile, Iran's Press TV released a video claiming Israeli military helicopters were airlifting injured soldiers in Haifa. Meanwhile, two Israeli soldiers suffered injuries in Hezbollah's anti-tank missile fire in south Lebanon. Watch this video for more.
(2024-10-13). Revealed: Lebanon Army's Final Plan To Attack IDF, Strategy To Shock Israel Amid Hezbollah Battles. hindustantimes.com The Lebanese army may enter the Hezbollah-Israel war in south Lebanon after the IDF killed three of its soldiers in recent days. Analysts familiar with the army's workings said that, should the Israeli incursion reach the current army positions, Lebanese troops would put up a fight, according to the Times of Israel report. Watch this video for more.
(2024-10-13). Korean author Han Kang awarded 2024 Nobel in Literature. ummid.com The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature has been conferred on South Korean author Han Kang for her work on the fragility of human life.
(2024-10-13). Do Palestinians believe liberation is still possible. newarab.com 
When Hamas launched an unprecedented assault into southern Israel on 7 October, the date became emblematic for many Palestinians in besieged Gaza…
(2024-10-13). Israel intensifies assault on Gaza's Jabalia amid crushing siege. newarab.com 
Israeli forces have intensified their assault on the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, an area where some 200,000 Palestinians have been besieged for over a week. | The army has ordered civilians to leave for the south of Gaza, however numerous reports have emerged of civilians being targeted by snipers and drones while attempting to flee. | Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) project coordinator Sarah Vuylsteke said on X that "nobody is allowed to get in or out". | Images posted to social media showed bodies strewn across streets of the camp, amid reports of massacres of civilians by Israeli strikes. | Early…
(2024-10-13). Choosing to be child-free in an 'apocalyptic' South Asia. aljazeera.com Why are some South Asians choosing not to have children amid a population crisis?>
(2024-10-13). Kerala's Vijayadasami: A Celebration of Learning and Tradition. devdiscourse.com Thousands of toddlers across Kerala were introduced to the world of letters during the 'Vidyarambham' ritual on the auspicious Vijayadasami day. This event, marking the end of the nine-day Navratri festival, is a significant cultural tradition in the southern state.
(2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Health System discusses advancements in breast cancer screenings. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. ‚Äï Since the 1970s, mammograms have been shown to reduce the risk of dying of breast cancer and have saved countless lives. "In the decades since early mammography was established, the emergence of new screening options go well beyond traditional mammography and have made great advancements in early detection," says Tara Krosch, M.D., regional vice chair of clinical practice for surgical specialties, Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota. "As we all know,…
(2024-10-13). Iraq opposes use of its territory as 'launch pad' for attacks on Iran: President. presstv.ir The Iraqi president says his country rejects the use of its airspace and territory for strikes on neighboring countries, including Iran.
(2024-10-13). 'Forgive Lakwena's Father'. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Northern Uganda Diocese Emeritus Bishop Rt Rev Nelson Onono Onweng has called on the people in the Acholi Sub-region to forgive Severino Kiberu Okoya, the father to former Holy Spirit Movement rebel leader Alice Auma Lakwena. Speaking to mourners during the burial of Okoya on Saturday, Bishop Onono-onweng says …
(2024-10-13). Bamwine, Kabale Human Resource Officer disagree on early retirement of teachers. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fred Bamwine, Commissioner for Resident District Commissioners and Jacinta Tushabomwe, Kabale District Principal Human Resource Officer have disagreed over the early retirement of teachers in the district. Bamwine was meeting district technical and political leaders at Kabale district council hall on Friday as he assessed the status of service delivery …
(2024-10-13). Luwero Bishop asks Bukalasa land office staff to refrain from unethical conduct. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rt. Rev. Wilson Kisekka, the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Luwero, has urged employees at the Bukalasa Land Offices in Wobulenzi Town Council, Luwero District, to prioritize service delivery based on ethics. The Bukalasa Land Offices have faced scrutiny due to bribery, fraud, and mismanagement of land records. Reports …
(2024-10-13). MUK management set to meet public service to resolve staff strike. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University management is set to meet with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Service to resolve the ongoing staff strike. Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mukadasi Buyinza, said this in his response to a plea by Guild President Lubega Nsamba, who had urged the university to engage with the …