(2023-04-06). PSUV's Hugo Cabezas Captured in New Round of Corruption Arrests. orinocotribune.com A presentation hearing of 13 new detainees for corruption in the Venezuelan Corporation of Guayana and Cartones de Venezuela has been held, in which former PSUV leader Hugo Cabezas is one of the detainees. | This information was released on Wednesday, March 5, by the minister for communication and information, Freddy àëáñez, via social media. He added that Pedro Maldonado, Edgar Sánchez, and Felipe Contreras from the Corporación Venezolana de Guayana (CVG), among others, were also presented. | Hugo Cabezas served as a PSUV deputy until his appointment as president of Cartones de Venezuela, a Venezuelan state…
(2023-04-06). Venezuela's Public Ministry: 51 People Detained on Corruption Charges So Far. orinocotribune.com A total of 51 people have been detained for being involved in different acts of corruption across Venezuela, reported Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek William Saab. At a press conference, Saab explained that the detainees include, but are not limited to, those related to the PDVSA-Crypto cases, the Corporación Venezolana de Guayana (CVG) case, as well as detained judges and regional/parliamentary officials. | "To date, there are 51 people who have been detained for various corruption schemes, including that of PDVSA-Crypto, CVG, and detained judges," the Attorney General announced this Wednesday, March 5. "When…
(2023-04-06). The changing face of healthcare in Lebanon: navigating an economic crisis. peoplesdispatch.org Lebanon's health system is being reshaped by the ongoing economic and social crisis in the country. After years of prioritization of hospitals and tertiary care, it seems a re-evaluation of the importance of primary health care is in order…
(2023-04-06). Greek workers intensify protests against further privatization of water utilities. peoplesdispatch.org On March 21, the Greek parliament passed a bill to revamp the Energy Regulatory Authority as the Waste, Energy, and Water Regulatory Authority, and expand its scope to include water and urban services. Unions and the communist party say that this will pave the way for further privatization…
(2023-04-06). Another fragmented election verdict in Bulgaria may worsen political crisis. peoplesdispatch.org The elections held in Bulgaria on April 2—the fifth in the last two years—have again resulted in a fragmented verdict as no single party or bloc managed to attain a simple majority in the 240-seat parliament, plunging the country into deeper political chaos. The polls saw a voter turnout of 40.63% as the majority of voters abstained from participating. As per the results, the conservative GERB-led coalition, led by former President Boyko Borisov, is in the front with 69 seats (2+) and 26.49% votes, while the liberal coalition of We Continue the Change (PP) and Democratic Bulgaria (DB), led by Kiril Pe…
(2023-04-06). Dozens more killed defending unionist city of Las Anod from separatist Somaliland. peoplesdispatch.org Scores were killed on April 1 while defending Las Anod—the city at the heart of movement to reunify the region with Somalia—from attacks by the separatist Somaliland army…
(2023-04-06). The Loss of Dollar Hegemony by Rod Brana. peoplesparty.org At the end of World War II, the US emerged as the only power without wholesale destruction of its cities and towns, with its manufacturing at its peak, and its infrastructure unscathed. This position of dominance was further enforced and cemented by the US dollar becoming the currency of trade and reserve that is the basis of economic activity in the world. The advantage of having the dollar, which the US could "print" (now digitize) has been huge. But, it has also been abused by generations of politicians in Washington DC, and the arrangement is starting to unravel, at an accelerating pace. | Consider the effect…
(2023-04-06). Tiktok On Trial: The Latest Front In The US Tech War On China. popularresistance.org On March 23, CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee addressing concerns over the popular social media app's data collection practices and parent company ByteDance's alleged links to the Chinese government. Though TikTok is a subsidiary of ByteDance, which is based in Beijing, it operates as an independent entity. Chew has maintained the company has never shared user data with the Chinese government, and would refuse if pressed to do so. Still, the Congressional hearings amounted to nothing more than racist political theater, a McCarthyite witch trial, in which members…
(2023-04-06). Black Alliance For Peace Launches People(s)-Centered Campaign For A Zone Of Peace In The Americas. popularresistance.org April 4, 2023—Today, the Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) will launch a collective campaign for a Zone of Peace in Our Americas with organizations throughout our region in Washington, D.C.; Havana, Cuba; and Port-au-Prince, Haiti. | The "Zone of Peace" concept emerged from the January 29, 2014, meeting of the heads of state and governments of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), all of which declared Latin America and the Caribbean should be seen and respected as a "Zone of Peace." BAP is leading an effort to activate the popular movement element of this state-centered declaration by…
(2023-04-06). The US Blockade Of Cuba Is A Violation Of Democracy. popularresistance.org The only criteria to be invited to Biden's so-called Summit for Democracy on March 29 and 30 was to be a lapdog of US imperialism, not a real democracy. | Instead of uplifting true people's democracies which have dynamic, mass participation — such as those in Cuba and China — Biden's summit promoted the overthrow of these governments. | As Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said, "The US Democracy Summit was selective and virtual, as virtual as its own 'democracy,' a reflection of its own international moral isolation."
(2023-04-06). The United Nations Is Being Used In US Propaganda War Against Nicaragua. popularresistance.org While the United States pays little regard to the human rights of many of its own citizens, it manifests intense interest in those of countries that it regards as its enemies. | Nicaragua, designated by both Trump and Biden as a "strategic threat," is seen as one of those enemies. Of the countries selected for their own annual human rights assessment by the U.S. State Department, Nicaragua merited special attention in 2022, with a 43-page report compared with, for example, only a 36-page analysis of neighboring El Salvador, where 66,000 people have been subjected to mass arrests in the past year. This is part of…
(2023-04-06). How The Global South Has Risen In The Face Of US Sabotage. popularresistance.org Ajamu Baraka is a former U.S. Green Party vice-presidential candidate, a longstanding political activist, and a spokesperson for the Black Alliance for Peace. He joins Lee Camp this week for an interview with "Behind the Headlines." China's rise, U.S. meddling worldwide, international resistance to Western domination, and much more are covered in the hour. | "It would be unbelievable just a few years ago to see that the Chinese are able to broker an agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia, that countries in Latin America would actually openly criticize U.S. policies," Baraka said, discussing signs that global pow…
(2023-04-06). About Transmashholding And Indian Contract. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Some people (in the West) have no idea how huge Russian RZhD and
(2023-04-06). Comunicado: La clase obrera en Francia entierra a sus sepultureros. workers.org 
Los estudiantes se suman a la lucha para defender la jubilación. París, 7 de marzo. Por CNC en el Estado Español Comunicado de la Coordinadora de Núcleos Comunistas (CNC) en el Estado Español (España), publicado el 28 de marzo de 2023. Workers World publica este comunicado porque también podría aplicarse . . . |
(2023-04-06). Saturday 4/15: Earth Month: E-Bikes & EVs Expo EVent in Mitchell Park (Palo Alto). indybay.org Mitchell Park – next to pickleball courts | 3700 Middlefield Road | Palo Alto, CA 94303…
(2023-04-06). Saturday 4/8: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Tower" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-04-06). Dangerous Jet Combat Training over Tohono O'odham Nation Endangers O'odham. indybay.org Tohono O'odham were not informed of jet combat training overhead during the last two weeks, or that the Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems had built an 11th spy tower in the heart of the Tohono O'odham Nation.
(2023-04-06). Saturday 4/29: EV Ride and Drive: Electrify your Ride. indybay.org Sunnyvale Community Center – 550 E Remington Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087…
(2023-04-06). Coliseum Connections Tenant Association to Protest Oakland Mayor's 'Town Hall'. indybay.org Media opportunity: Tenant Rally Wed. April 5th, 6: 30pm at 1724 Adeline St, Oakland CA 94607.
(2023-04-06). Saturday 4/22: This Is Not A Gun Workshop with Cara Levine and Angela Hennessy. indybay.org Contemporary Jewish Museum | 736 Mission Street | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2023-04-06). Inflation, Ukraine and China. indybay.org What impresses me is China's diplomatic engagement. And I say that also in terms of their role in restoring diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Our diplomacy, American diplomacy, seems to me reactive, unimaginative, and ineffective. | Chinese diplomacy, on the other hand, seems to me to be more imaginative and potentially more effective. (Andrew Bacevich)…
(2023-04-06). CA Climate activists protest approval of hundreds of neighborhood oil permits this year. indybay.org
(2023-04-06). Wednesday 4/12: Solon's Salon. indybay.org Notable House | 189 Ellsworth St. | San Francisco…
(2023-04-06). Saturday 4/8: What Putin's invasion tells us about housing issues: a walking tour. indybay.org American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-04-06). Tuesday 4/4: Prop 13 reform's assassination by kindness: the OMG of California taxpayers. indybay.org ZOOM: us05web.zoom.us/j/87077550566?pwd=NlErNVR5ZkszTG9TR0pTd1RJR1hLdz09 | (this is a virtual only meeting)…
(2023-04-06). Wednesday 4/5: Bernal Litterati [sic]. indybay.org amphitheater at the corner of the Bernal Branch library | 500 Cortland Ave. | San Francisco…
(2023-04-06). CATL: Hungary EV battery plant still a 'go'. ecns.cn Its battery plant in Hungary is "proceeding as planned", rebutting market rumors that the Hungarian plant had halted construction plans due to environmental issues.
(2023-04-06). Int'l flights continue to resume. ecns.cn International flights to and from China have been resuming since the country optimized its COVID-19 management measures, an official said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-06). Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts. ecns.cn Former U.S. president Donald Trump turned his head toward photographers as he sat, stone-faced with shoulders rounded, at the defense table in a downtown Manhattan courtroom on Tuesday.
(2023-04-06). WTO urged to investigate chip export restrictions. ecns.cn China has called on the World Trade Organization to step up supervision of United States-led export restrictions on crucial semiconductor technologies, which it says violate the body's fairness and transparency principles.
(2023-04-06). More European countries said to be mulling prohibitions of AI chatbots. ecns.cn More European countries are considering whether stricter measures are needed to restrain popular chatbots powered by artificial intelligence, or AI, after Italy became the first Western country to block ChatGPT last week.
(2023-04-06). Chinese scientists discover vast water source on the moon. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have discovered a new water reservoir on the moon in the form of glass beads, which could have major significance for probing the water content of the Earth's only natural satellite and potentially extracting them to support future lunar missions.
(2023-04-06). RMB's role grows globally as dollar alternatives sought. ecns.cn Factors supporting the growing role of the renminbi as an alternative to the dollar are China's role as a manufacturing powerhouse and the stability of the renminbi's value, experts said.
(2023-04-06). Chinese ambassador pays tribute to martyrs in Vietnam War. ecns.cn A team of the Chinese Embassy in Vietnam has paid tribute to Chinese martyrs of the Vietnam War at the Dao My Cemetery in Vietnam's northern Bac Giang province.
(2023-04-06). Free HPV vaccines offered to students in Jiangsu. ecns.cn More than 240,000 female students in Jiangsu province will receive free HPV shots this year to prevent cervical cancers, the vast majority of which have been confirmed to be caused by human papillomavirus.
(2023-04-06). China-Laos Railway improving lives, trade. ecns.cn The China-Laos Railway has significantly increased employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for residents along the line, accelerated the development of local tourism.
(2023-04-06). Fujian launches sea patrol operation in Taiwan Straits. ecns.cn A three-day joint patrol operation was launched in the central and northern parts of the Taiwan Straits, the Maritime Safety Administration of coastal Fujian province announced on Wednesday.
(2023-04-06). Expert applauds new modernization route. ecns.cn China now contributes more to global growth than any other country, said Martin Jacques, a senior fellow at the United Kingdom's Cambridge University, adding it has taken the baton from the United States and become a powerhouse in the global economy.
(2023-04-06). Breakthroughs bring quantum processing closer. ecns.cn Quantum computing could reshape how we solve complex problems and process sums of data previously thought impossible to handle.
(2023-04-06). Murder suspects caught after fleeing back to China. ecns.cn Three Chinese men suspected of kidnapping and killing a Chinese woman in Thailand and then returning to China have been detained in Wenzhou, a city in Zhejiang province, local police said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-06). U.S. urged to forego Cold War mentality in ties with China. ecns.cn The United States needs to reject the Cold War framework, as it is at a crossroads in relations with China, and is unfortunately and dangerously going down the wrong path, according to a recent opinion piece.
(2023-04-06). Cambodia, China joint military exercise concludes successfully. ecns.cn Cambodia and China have successfully concluded the fifth edition of joint military exercise "Golden Dragon 2023" at the Royal Gendarmerie Training Center.
(2023-04-06). Harvard admits record number of Asian Americans. ecns.cn Harvard University has admitted a record number of Asian American students to its Class of 2027 as it faces allegations of bias against Asian students in its admissions process.
(2023-04-06). New commander appointed for PLA garrison in Macao SAR. ecns.cn Yu Changjiang, commander of the Sansha military garrison in Hainan Province, has been appointed as commander of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Garrison in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR), the PLA garrison in Macao said on Thursday.
(2023-04-06). Nearly 70% Chinese sweep tombs in environmentally-friendly way. ecns.cn Data from Chinese authorities shows that about 10.4 million visitors swept tombs in an environmentally-friendly way on Qingming Festival, which fell on Wednesday this year, accounting for 69.45 percent of the total number of people who paid their respects on site.
(2023-04-06). Saudi, Iranian FMs meet in Beijing. ecns.cn Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian met in Beijing on Thursday.
(2023-04-06). China carries out successful rocket vertical landing at sea. ecns.cn China recently carried out a successful rocket vertical landing test at sea, with developers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) saying Thursday that the technology would lay the foundation for future applications including a recyclable near-space experiment platform as well as the development of space travel.
(2023-04-06). Glamorous view of Pangong Tso Lake in Tibet. ecns.cn Aerial view shows the stunning scenery of Pangong Tso Lake at an average altitude of 4,242 meters in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
(2023-04-06). Water-releasing Festival held in Sichuan. ecns.cn The Water-releasing Festival is held at Dujiangyan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in southwest China's Sichuan Province, April 5, 2023.
(2023-04-06). Xinhai ferry terminal hub under construction in Haikou. ecns.cn The terminal is a key project to promot integrated port and shipping operations with zero transfer services for tourists across the Qiongzhou Strait, and also an important project to support independent customs operations in the Hainan free trade port.
(2023-04-06). Joint patrol underway in Taiwan Strait. ecns.cn A Haixun 06, the largest patrol and rescue vessel in the Taiwan Strait, patrols in central and northern parts of the strait in east China's Fujian Province, April 5, 2023.
(2023-04-06). Senile Economics: Bubble Ontology and the Pull of Gravity. indybay.org The entire banking system is closing in on folding, which is why it so desperately needs new inflationary liquidity to keep afloat. The Great Reset is our owners' authoritarian attempt to respond to this systemic threat by taking control of the collateral (our lives) and remain in the driving seat. All the rest is perception management.
(2023-04-06). Hunger strikes at ICE detention centers protest slave labor. workers.org 
Protesters outside Mesa Verde ICE Processing Center in Bakersfield, California, June 4, 2020. "GEO is a billion-dollar company, and they're paying us $1 a day," 21-year-old detainee Cruz Martinez said. "They're getting rich off of us." (tinyurl.com/bdfm4y9h) On Feb. 16, Martinez and over 80 incarcerated immigrants began a hunger strike . . . |
(2023-04-06). Four taboo truths about the Ukraine war. indybay.org Like every war in history, the Ukrainian war has a prehistory that does not begin with Russia's invasion of the neighboring country nearly a year ago, or even in 2014 with the annexation of Crimea to Russia. Second, the war has an immense potential for escalation.
(2023-04-06). World's Most Dangerous Flashpoint: Israeli Forces Repeatedly Invade Sacred al-Aqsa Mosque, Beat, Expel Worshipers, on behalf of Jewish Extremists. juancole.com 
Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Israeli newspaper Arab 48 reports that both on Wednesday and Thursday mornings, Israeli security forces invaded the al-Aqsa Mosque complex, the third holiest shrine in the Muslim world and expelled Palestinians who had been conducting an all-night retreat (i'tikaf) there for the holy fasting month of Ramadan. Video emerged …
(2023-04-06). Tuesday 4/18: 2023 California Pan African Global Trade – Urban Agriculture Producers and Consumers. indybay.org Online – In person Watch Party | The Grand Ballroom | 1215 J Street | Sacramento, California…
(2023-04-06). Transphobia — a product of capitalism. workers.org 
Portland, Oregon Note: The following talk was given during the Trans Day of Resistance, March 31 in Portland, Oregon. Johnson is a member of the Portland branch of Workers World Party. Maddi Johnson speaking at Trans Day of Resistance in Portland, March 31. Where does transphobia come from? Are we . . . |
(2023-04-06). March for Queer & Trans Youth Autonomy. workers.org 
New York City More than 430 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been pushed in legislatures across the U.S. within the past three months, a terrifyingly swift escalation in cruelty, even for this country. To say that we are witnessing an emerging genocide would not be hyperbole. This is why an impressive number . . . |
(2023-04-06). Tuesday 4/25: 11th Annual Pan African Global Trade and Investment Conference – Media Event and Luncheon. indybay.org International Peace Rose Garden | California State Capitol…
(2023-04-06). Saudi Arabia invests almost $40bn to become Video Gaming Hub. juancole.com 
( Middle East Monitor ) — In line with its ambitions to diversify its economy away from oil and to become a video gaming powerhouse, Saudi Arabia will be investing $38 billion in the local online gaming industry in Riyadh. According to a report by Bloomberg on Monday, Savvy Gaming Group, a subsidiary of the …
(2023-04-06). Wednesday 4/12: Impactful Relationship Building with Central California Indigenous Community Partners. indybay.org Virtual Event…
(2023-04-06). The Next Big Threat: The Rise of the White Christian Nationalism in the United States. indybay.org A brief examination of the radical/ militant white Christian Nationalist movement.
(2023-04-06). Thursday 4/27: FAME Venue on Broadway Presents Paintings by Nancy Calef – A Kidquake Benefit. indybay.org FAME Venue | 443 Broadway | San Francisco, CA 94133…
(2023-04-06). March for Queer and Trans Youth Autonomy San Francisco. indybay.org In San Francisco an estimated 700 people, mostly youth, marched on City Hall, where they listened to speakers including elected leader Honey Mahogany.
(2023-04-06). California Department of Public Health's Criminal Negligence—April 2023. indybay.org California Department of Public Health deliberately sacrifices the lives of the elderly, sick, and disabled by removing all restrictions on the transmission of the Covid-19 virus in high risk locations.
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: What can you eat to avoid kidney stones? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is National Kidney Month, a time to raise awareness about your kidney health and generate support for those affected by conditions, including kidney stones, kidney infections and kidney disease. It's estimated that 1 in 10 people will get a kidney stone in his or her lifetime. Kidney stones are not only painful, but they can lead to serious complications that may require hospitalization and even surgery. The good news is kidney stones are preventable,…
(2023-04-06). Consumer Health: Treating spinal stenosis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Spinal stenosis happens when the space inside the backbone is too small. This can put pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves that travel through the spine. Spinal stenosis occurs most often in the neck, called cervical spinal stenosis, and in the lower back, called lumbar spinal stenosis. The most common cause of spinal stenosis is wear-and-tear changes in the spine related to arthritis. Most people with spinal stenosis are over 50. Younger people…
(2023-04-06). Consumer Health: What do you know about cornea transplantation? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A cornea transplant, or keratoplasty, is an operation to replace part of the cornea with corneal tissue from a donor. The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped surface of the eye. Light enters the eye through the cornea. Nearly 80,000 corneal transplants were performed worldwide in 2021, according to the Eye Bank Association of America. More than 2 million people have recovered their sight through corneal transplants since 1961. Why it's done A cornea transplant most…
(2023-04-06). Not all lumps are breast cancer: Benign breast disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Changes to your breast can cause a lot of worry. This is understandable. But not all breast changes are a result of breast cancer. Any breast symptoms, such as a breast lump, nipple discharge or breast pain, should be evaluated by a medical professional. If they are diagnosed as benign, it means they are not cancer. Noncancerous breast symptoms are known as benign breast disease. Some cases of benign breast disease are discovered during a…
(2023-04-06). Colorectal cancer myths and facts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It can be easy to feel confused by screening recommendations for common types of cancer. Your health care team is a trusted resource for keeping you up to date on screenings, including screening for colorectal cancer. Test your knowledge of why, when and how you can be screened with these myths and facts: Colorectal cancer is rare. Myth. Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in men and women combined. Roughly 1 in 25 women will…
(2023-04-06). Science Saturday: Igniting the interest of young cancer researchers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 2022 SPARK scholars gather for a photo before the Mayo Clinic SPARK Mini Science Fair on Mayo Clinic's campus in Jacksonville, Florida. Back row: Sara Wasserman, Krish Relan, Nyla Searl, Manish Kota, William Li, Garrett Davidsen, Riya Kar, Ella McCarthy. Front row: Kristi Biswas, Ysabella Wijaya, Yangying Jiang, Katie Shapiro, Esinam Ekpeh, Nia Atcherson, Katherine Jones and Hazel Parent. Not pictured: Jessica Desgroseilliers. "My mother was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer when I…
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Are colon and rectal cancers treated differently? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Eric Dozois and team during a surgical procedure Colorectal cancer is a term that combines both colon cancer and rectal cancers. The colon and rectum are two different parts of the lower digestive tract. These different cancers also mean different approaches to treatment that may involve the use of radiation and chemotherapy in addition to surgery. When it comes to treating cancer, experience matters, says Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon. And Mayo…
(2023-04-06). Consumer Health: The truth about organ donation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org April is National Donate Life Month. This annual observation raises awareness about donation, encourages people to register as donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Over 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for an organ transplant. And it's estimated 20 patients die every day in the U.S. because of the lack of donor organs. Have you considered becoming a donor? If you've never considered organ donation or delayed becoming…
(2023-04-06). $41 million federal grant to help Mayo Clinic, collaborators advance multiethnic Alzheimer's research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Alzheimer's disease affects people of all ethnic groups. Armed with $41 million in new federal funding, Mayo Clinic researchers and colleagues from 13 other institutions around the country are pursuing three multiethnic projects to identify targets for treatment. Alzheimer's disease robs victims of their memories and families of quality time with their loved ones. Deaths from Alzheimer's more than doubled from 2000 to 2019, and the number of people living with the…
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Menstrual cycle changes in young women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My daughter is 19 and just finished her first year of college. It has been a stressful transition for her, but she has managed to stay quite active. She is a swimmer and runner, and she also plays volleyball. About eight months ago, she noticed her periods becoming irregular. Her family medicine physician said this sometimes happens in athletes, and we should not be overly concerned about it. Now, my daughter hasn't had…
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating colon cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A family member recently was diagnosed with colon cancer. After researching potential treatment options, I came across intraoperative radiation therapy. What is the difference between this and normal radiation? Is radiation a standard treatment option, or are there other approaches? ANSWER: Colon cancer is one of the most common malignancies in the U.S., with more than 100,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Over a lifetime, it is estimated that 1 in 23 men and…
(2023-04-06). Cancer-free and embracing new adventures thanks to Mayo's collaborative care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In January 2021, after being in remission from melanoma for almost a decade, Christina Armendariz began to feel unwell. The 42-year-old mother went to the emergency room at a hospital near her Orlando, Florida, home. After several imaging tests, Christina was told her cancer had returned. She had a mass under her arm and multiple soft tissue tumors throughout her body. Although she began treatment locally, Christina's condition worsened over time. She experienced significant cognitive…
(2023-04-06). Ready to Run: Mayo Clinic Health System gives tips on choosing the right running shoes. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Congratulations on setting a goal to run a long-distance race. You've just joined a group of more than 60 million people in the U.S. who participate in organized runs and races. Running doesn't require much gear, but well-fitting, running-specific shoes are a must. "Someone training for a long-distance run such as a marathon can log 800 or more miles before a race," says Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M., a Mayo Clinic Health System podiatrist….
(2023-04-06). Patients with multiple tumors in one breast may not need mastectomy, research finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients who have multiple tumors in one breast may be able to avoid a mastectomy if the tumors can be removed while leaving enough breast tissue, according to research led by the Alliance in Clinical Trials in Oncology and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. Patients would receive breast-conserving therapy: a lumpectomy followed by whole-breast radiation therapy, rather than mastectomy. The study is published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Watch: Dr. Judy…
(2023-04-06). Tips to remain healthy while fasting during Ramadan. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Muslims worldwide are observing Ramadan, the holiest month on the Islamic calendar. It's a time of spiritual reflection, increased devotion, charity work and fasting. Fasting during Ramadan is believed to be a way to purify the soul and develop self-discipline. Muslims abstain from all food or drink, including water and chewing gum, from dawn to sunset. Depending on your location, the fast lasts 12 to 18 hours. "In Minnesota, as we start Ramadan, that's going…
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Is Himalayan sea salt a healthy alternative? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Consuming too much salt can lead to serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Many consumers are turning to Himalayan sea salt, which can now be found in almost any grocery store. Claims are Himalayan salt and other sea salts are a healthier alternative than regular table salt. Are the claims true? Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says, before you stock up on Himalayan sea salt, there are some…
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to deal with 2023 spring pollen and allergies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you are one of the millions of people who suffer pollen and allergies, you don't need a calendar to tell you it's spring. Sometimes called hay fever, allergic rhinitis can sometimes be confused with a cold. So, what's happening and what can you do? While hay fever alone may not be life threatening, it can be uncomfortable, says Dr. Arveen Bhasin, a Mayo Clinic allergy and immunology expert. She offers these tips for relief from spring pollen and…
(2023-04-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Three things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose…
(2023-04-06). Athletic or personal trainer: What's the best fit for you? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You may have seen athletic trainers on the sidelines of team sports and personal trainers working one-on-one with people at the gym. If you're seeking personalized advice and support to help you refine or advance your physical activity, which type of trainer would be the best fit for you? Here are some tips to consider. What's the difference between an athletic and a personal trainer? While the two terms often are used interchangeably, these professionals…
(2023-04-06). Ready to Run: Mayo Clinic Health System gives tips on self-care for plantar fasciitis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Most runners will run into a case of plantar fasciitis occasionally, and this heel pain can range from slightly uncomfortable to utterly debilitating. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue extending from the heel to the ball of the foot, and plantar fasciitis is caused by excessive stress, which brings on inflammation and, typically, heel pain. "Plantar fasciitis can affect anyone," says Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M., a Mayo Clinic Health System podiatrist….
(2023-04-06). Enlaces de Red Latina sin fronteras 02.04.2023. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 02.04.2023 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…
(2023-04-06). No Invite For War Monger Nancy Peloso-Protest At CUNY In New York-War Mongers Out Of Cong. indybay.org
(2023-04-06). Friday 4/7: Imperialist Proxy War over Ukraine and the Looming Danger of World War 3. indybay.org Revolution Books 2444 Durant Avenue Berkeley…
(2023-04-06). Monday 5/1: San José May Day – International Workers' Day. indybay.org Roosevelt Park | 901 East Santa Clara Street | San José, CA 95116…
(2023-04-06). Africa Glad at Russia's Return to Continent, Equatorial Guinea's Ambassador Says. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – African countries are happy that Russia is "back" on the continent, Equatorial Guinea's Ambassador to Moscow Luciano Nkogo Ndong Ayekaba said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-06). Attorney General Releases Report on Child Sexual Abuse in Baltimore Catholic Archdiocese. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – A report has been released detailing sexual abuse by priests, deacons and other persons with authority in the Archdiocese of Baltimore that occurred over a period of 80 years, the Maryland Attorney General's Office announced.
(2023-04-06). Blinken, Guterres Discuss Taliban Ban on Woman Working for UN. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON, April 6 (Sputnik) – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres discussed concerns over the Taliban's decision to ban women from working for the United Nations, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel said in a readout of the call.
(2023-04-06). Bob Lee, Creator of CashApp, Murdered in San Francisco. sputnikglobe.com On April 4, 2023, Bob Lee, creator of the Cash App payment service, died at age 43. The former Google Android developer had invested in many technology startups.
(2023-04-06). Cairo to Host Trilateral Summit Between Egypt, Cyprus, Greece in 2023. sputnikglobe.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – Cairo will host an annual trilateral summit aimed at strengthening cooperation and security in Eastern Mediterranean between Egypt, Cyprus and Greece this year, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-06). China Firmly Opposes US-Taiwan Contacts Following Meeting Between McCarthy, Tsai. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday that Beijing firmly opposes and strongly condemns official contacts between the United States and Taiwan.
(2023-04-06). Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iran Meet in Beijing. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud and his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, have met in Beijing.
(2023-04-06). Former Italian Prime Minister Berlusconi Diagnosed With Serious Blood Disorder, Media Reports. sputnikglobe.com ROME (Sputnik) – The former Italian prime minister and leader of the Forza Italia party, Silvio Berlusconi, who was hospitalized in Milan earlier this week and is currently in an intensive care unit, has been diagnosed with a serious blood disorder, media reported on Thursday.
(2023-04-06). Freezing Rain Leaves Over 1Mln Canadians Without Power Supply. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Freezing rain and strong winds leave 1,134,426 Canadians without power supply, the data of Canadian portal PowerOutage.ca showed on Wednesday.
(2023-04-06). Macron-Xi Talks: French President Wants to 'Relaunch Strategic and Global Partnership With China'. sputnikglobe.com On Wednesday, Macron stressed that Europe should maintain its economic relations with China, despite unbalanced trade relations with Beijing.
(2023-04-06). Norwegian Opposition Leader Rekindles Nation's EU Debate. sputnikglobe.com Despite Norway having declined membership in the pan-European bloc three times over the years and polls suggesting a consistently strong opposition, the idea of joining the EU still hovers across the nation's political landscape.
(2023-04-06). Palestine Accuses Israel of Creating Atmosphere of Escalation, Instability in Jerusalem. sputnikglobe.com GAZA (Sputnik) – The Palestinian leadership has accused the Israeli authorities of creating an atmosphere of escalation and instability in the city of Jerusalem amid continuing clashes between Palestinians and Israeli police in the Temple Mount, Palestinian presidential spokesman Nabil Abu Rudeineh said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-06). Trump Calls on Republicans to Defund DOJ and FBI. sputnikglobe.com Donald Trump has had an adversarial relationship with the intelligence community since his 2016 Presidential campaign when the FBI probed alleged ties between the campaign and Russia.
(2023-04-06). Turkish Foreign Minister Likens Sweden to Nazi Germany Over Quran-Burning Verdict. sputnikglobe.com As a Swedish court found Quran-burning protests to be protected by the constitution, Mevlut Cavusoglu issued a harsh rebuttal, which invoked strong imagery of book burning and concentration camps. This may be seen as yet another hurdle for Sweden's NATO bid.
(2023-04-06). US-South Korea Drills 'Driving Situation on Korean Peninsula to Brink of Nuclear War': Report. sputnikglobe.com The South Korean Defense Ministry earlier stated that the goal of the war games was to practice coordination and demonstrate the two's "extended deterrence" against alleged threats issued by North Korea.
(2023-04-06). Florida: Hombre de 21 años arroja a su hijo a los caimanes, tras asesinar a la madre del niño. cubadebate.cu Un niño de dos años fue encontrado dentro de la boca de un caimán en Florida poco después de la muerte de su madre. Ahora, un miembro de su familia rompió el silencio desde que las tragedias ocurrieron. El cuerpo del niño pequeño Taylen Mosley fue encontrado dentro del reptil la semana pasada, un día después de que su madre fuera brutalmente apuñalada.
(2023-04-06). Luis Robert Jr. se viraliza en redes sociales, en una de las mejores atrapadas de un "jonrón" en Grandes Ligas este año. cubadebate.cu Robert pasó a viralizarse en redes sociales luego que en el encuentro de este lunes ante San Francisco Giants le robara un jonrón a Joc Pederson, al brincar en la cerca del jardín central derecho del Guaranteed Rate Field de Chicago. El jardinero esperó el batazo de Pederson hasta último momento para abrir su guante y hacer una de las mejores atrapadas en el 2023.
(2023-04-06). Ministerio de Justicia apuesta por la transformación digital para mejorar los servicios notariales y registrales. cubadebate.cu Al comentar sobre las dinámicas de los servicios notariales y registrales del sistema del Ministerio de Justicia, Olga Lidia Pérez Díaz, directora general de Notarías y Registros Públicos del MINJUS, resaltó que en los últimos tiempos se han incrementado exponencialmente los servicios notariales y también los registrales. "Creo que es la primera vez luego del triunfo revolucionario que se autorizan tantos documentos notariales", expresó.
(2023-04-06). Ukraine & Machine Souls. thedreizinreport.com 
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(2023-04-06). Putin, Lukashenko to hold meeting of Union State Supreme State Council. tass.com In particular, it is planned to make decisions on practical issues of integration cooperation…
(2023-04-06). Russian cosmonauts to re-dock Soyuz MS-23 spacecraft to nodal module for safe spacewalks. tass.com Maneuver in manual mode will be performed by cosmonaut Sergei Prokopiev…
(2023-04-06). Rescatados 440 migrantes de barca en riesgo en el Mediterráneo. telesurtv.net El barco humanitario de la ONG Médicos sin Fronteras (MSF) recibió una alerta de Alarm Phone y cambió de rumbo para prestar ayudar.
(2023-04-06). Asesinan a dos líderes sociales en el oeste de Colombia. telesurtv.net Fue asesinado Herney Muñoz en el departamento del Cauca y Jaime López en Antioquia.
(2023-04-06). Tornado en Missouri, EE.UU., deja varios muertos y heridos. telesurtv.net Se está llevando a cabo una operación de búsqueda y rescate que involucra a múltiples organismos…
(2023-04-06). Al menos cuatro niños mueren tras ataque en guardería en Brasil. telesurtv.net La policía brasileña declaró que el victimario atacó a los menores y después se entregó a las autoridades.
(2023-04-06). Banco Nacional de Cuba apelará decisión de Tribunal de Londres. telesurtv.net El tribunal de Londres sentenció este martes que CRF no es acreedor del Estado cubano, por lo que la República de Cuba queda fuera del pleito.
(2023-04-06). Bolivia reporta cifra récord por venta de urea en 2022. telesurtv.net Los países que demandaron la urea boliviana durante el año pasado fueron Argentina, Cuba, Brasil, Paraguay, Uruguay y Perú.
(2023-04-06). Cuba anuncia equipo de béisbol a los V Juegos Deportivos del ALBA. telesurtv.net Según el medio local Jit, el conjunto estará integrado por dos receptores, cinco jugadores de cuadro, cinco jardineros y ocho lanzadores, todos de la categoría sub-23 años.
(2023-04-06). Peruanos marchan en aniversario del golpe de Alberto Fujimori. telesurtv.net Durante la movilización por la ciudad de Lima, los marchantes repudiaron al fujimorismo y sus herederos, que forman un bloque con otros grupos de derecha extrema.
(2023-04-06). Indepaz denuncia masacre en departamento colombiano de Meta. telesurtv.net Tres jóvenes fueron baleados en un establecimiento público en la vereda La Cristalina, zona rural del municipio Puerto Gaitán.
(2023-04-06). Condenan ataque israelí en la mezquita Al Aqsa en Jerusalén. telesurtv.net Medios palestinos reportaron que la redada y golpiza perpetrada por policías israelíes contra los fieles musulmanes dejó entre 400 y 500 detenidos, así como 350 heridos.
(2023-04-06). Protestas contra Dina Boluarte a 31 años del autogolpe en Perú. telesurtv.net Manifestantes exigirán el cierre del Gobierno de Dina Boluarte y del Congreso, el adelanto de elecciones y la convocatoria a una constituyente.
(2023-04-06). Actualizan reporte sobre procesos contra corrupción en Venezuela. telesurtv.net Reiteró la solicitud al Gobierno de Italia de extraditar a Venezuela al exministro de la industria petrolera, Rafael Ramírez, para que sea juzgado en este país por delitos cometidos.
(2023-04-06). Fuerzas israelíes realizan nuevo ataque en mezquita de Al-Aqsa. telesurtv.net Policías israelíes irrumpieron fuertemente armados, mientras que casi 20.000 fieles seguían haciendo la oración nocturna.
(2023-04-06). Países de América Latina y el Caribe acuerdan acciones contra la inflación. telesurtv.net En la reunión virtual participaron autoridades de México, Argentina, Belice, Bolivia, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, Venezuela y San Vicente y las Granadinas.
(2023-04-06). Presidente Macron y lideresa de la UE inician visita a China. telesurtv.net El presidente francés y 50 directivos de empresas que le acompañan concretarán ventajosos contratos comerciales.
(2023-04-06). Irán repele ataque con dron contra instalación militar. telesurtv.net La agresión sucede a dos meses de un ataque similar contra un centro de producción de municiones en esa misma localidad.
(2023-04-06). Presidente ruso reconoce acertada política exterior mexicana. telesurtv.net Vladímir Putin destacó que el intercambio comercial entre los dos países alcanzó 4.000 millones de dólares en el 2022.
(2023-04-06). Primera ministra de Finlandia dimite como líder partidista. telesurtv.net La líder finesa se desvinculará de las posibles negociaciones para formar Gobierno, como medida más inmediata.
(2023-04-06). Anuncian grupo de trabajo para combatir violencia escolar en Brasil. telesurtv.net La información fue dada por el ministro de Educación, Camilo Santana, junto con su homólogo de Justicia, Flávio Dino.
(2023-04-06). Mantienen monitoreo del volcán Nevado del Ruiz en Colombia. telesurtv.net En las primeras horas de esta jornada se han registrado más de 2.600 sismos, mientras que en la víspera fueron reportados unos 5.200 eventos.
(2023-04-06). Designan a nueva secretaria de Comunicación del Gobierno ecuatoriano. telesurtv.net El mandatario ecuatoriano posesionó a Wendy Reyes en el cargo tras la renuncia de Andrés Seminario.
(2023-04-06). Elaborarán alfombra de aserrín más grande de Guatemala. telesurtv.net Está previsto que unos 4.000 voluntarios participen en la elaboración de la alfombra, con aproximadamente 3,5 kilómetros de largo.
(2023-04-06). Colombia elimina protocolos anticovid para ingresar al país. telesurtv.net Ambas regulaciones estaban dentro de las últimas medidas vigentes de la lucha contra la propagación del Covid-19 en Colombia.
(2023-04-06). Cancilleres de Irán y Arabia Saudí se reúnen en Beijing. telesurtv.net Teherán y Riad anunciaron en marzo el restablecimiento de sus relaciones tras una negociación facilitada por el Gobierno chino.
(2023-04-06). Presidente colombiano ordena evacuación por amenaza volcánica. telesurtv.net Los departamentos de Tolima, Caldas, Risaralda, Quindío y Cundinamarca están en alerta ante la probabilidad de erupción del Nevado de Ruiz.
(2023-04-06). What Trump's 34 Felony Counts of Business Fraud Charges Mean. juancole.com 
By Jeffrey Bellin, William & Mary Law School | — Former President Donald Trump was arraigned in New York on April 4, 2023. Shortly after, the charges that a Manhattan grand jury indicted him on were made public. As anticipated, there were numerous counts of falsifying business records related to "hush money" payments made in …
(2023-04-06). The Dobbs Effect? In Seismic Shift for Wisconsin and the Nation, Progressives attain Majority on State Supreme Court. juancole.com 
By: Henry Redman — ( Wisconsin Examiner) — As Milwaukee County Judge Janet Protasiewicz took the stage at her election victory party Tuesday night, the three current members of the liberal minority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court watched from off stage, arm-in-arm, as they took in the moment they became a majority. Protasiewicz, a …
(2023-04-06). Amid collapsing trade volumes, 238 business groups ask Biden to intervene in contract talks for West Coast dockworkers. wsws.org Amid growing anxiety among the financial elite, another important aspect of this letter must be stressed: The financial oligarchy's fear that control over this contract negotiation may spill out of the hands of the pro-corporate ILWU.
(2023-04-06). Lively discussion at online meeting of the Postal Action Committee in Germany. wsws.org The second online public meeting of…
(2023-04-06). IYSSE in New Zealand holds meeting against the war in Ukraine. wsws.org The IYSSE's meeting at Victoria University of Wellington called for an anti-war movement based on the international working class. Speakers discussed the causes of the war in Ukraine, the pro-imperialist politics of pseudo-left groups, and the university's promotion of far-right war propaganda.
(2023-04-06). Ukrainian parliament approves anti-Russian law to "decolonize" place names. wsws.org The wholesale renaming of Ukrainian towns, streets, parks, and squares, has been lauded by the country's far-right who seek to replace historical truth with far-right nationalist propaganda.
(2023-04-06). Ford Saarlouis: The strikes in France and the fight against plant closure. wsws.org It is now essential for workers to take the initiative and wage a serious fight to defend all remaining jobs at the plant. The plant is still standing, production is still running. It is now that a strike and a real struggles must be discussed and organized.
(2023-04-06). Anti-abortion Republican defeated in contest for seat on Wisconsin state supreme court. wsws.org The victory of Janet Protasiewicz consolidates a 4-3 Democratic majority on the highest court in a key midwestern state.
(2023-04-06). Stellantis layoffs in Detroit area part of escalating global attack on jobs. wsws.org The ruling class is using economic terror in an effort to crush the growing demands by workers for wages that keep up with inflation and other improvements.
(2023-04-06). US House Speaker McCarthy demands faster arms sales to Taiwan. wsws.org House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met with Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen in California, in the latest move in a bipartisan effort by the White House and Congress to end the one China policy and escalate the US confrontation with China.
(2023-04-06). US Supreme Court, ignoring exculpatory evidence, refuses to hear appeal from Louisiana death row inmate. wsws.org The deeply reactionary, savage and clearly unconstitutional action is consistent with the pattern established by the court, particularly under its current six-to-three far-right majority, in relation to the barbaric practice of state murder.
(2023-04-06). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 3. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses, and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe.
(2023-04-06). What way forward in the struggle to bring down Macron? wsws.org Building rank-and-file committees, independent of the union bureaucracies, will allow workers to wage a political campaign for a general strike to bring down Macron.
(2023-04-06). Brandon Johnson, backed by Sanders, CTU and DSA, elected mayor of Chicago. wsws.org The April 4 runoff election defeating Democratic Party favorite Paul Vallas represented another electoral upset, after incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot failed to qualify in the February 28 primary.
(2023-04-06). Los Angeles school workers speak out on working conditions, sellout tentative agreement. wsws.org This week, 30,000 classified workers in Los Angeles Unified School District are voting on a tentative agreement that fails to raise their pay and working conditions out of the poverty-level conditions that have prevailed for decades, following a three-day strike last month which shut down the nation's second-largest school district.
(2023-04-06). Question marks emerge over dollar supremacy. wsws.org The series of financial storms in the US, of which the collapse of SVB and concerns over the stability of middle-sized banks is the latest, is causing nervousness.
(2023-04-06). Sri Lankan Telecom workers strike against privatisation. wsws.org The privatisation of state-owned enterprises and the destruction of tens of thousands of public sector jobs, are part of the IMF-dictated austerity measures being imposed by the Wickremesinghe government.
(2006-04-23). Tehran, Riyadh top envoys meet in Beijing, discuss diplomatic ties. tribune.com.pk 
The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia met in Beijing for the first formal meeting of their most senior diplomats in more than seven years, CCTV news reported on Thursday, after a China-brokered deal to restore ties between the regional rivals. | After years of hostility that fuelled conflicts across the Middle East, Tehran and Riyadh agreed to end their diplomatic rift and re-open embassies in a major deal facilitated by China last month. | In brief footage broadcast on Iranian state TV on Thursday, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, greet each other…
(2023-04-05). Cuba Wins Lawsuit Against Vulture Fund in London Court. orinocotribune.com In a hearing held on Tuesday at the High Court of England and Wales, Judge Sara Cockerill notified the lawyers for the parties of the judgment corresponding to the lawsuit filed by the vulture fund CRF 1 Limited against the Republic of Cuba and the Banco Nacional de Cuba (BNC). | The ruling accepted the standpoint sustained by the Cuban side during the process and dismissed CRF's claim against the Cuban state. | According to the court ruling, the wrongdoings by BNC officials, subject first to a criminal investigation and then a court ruling, were reasonable grounds for the Cuban government to deny its consent to…
(2023-04-05). China's Historical Destiny is to Stand With the Third World. orinocotribune.com 
(2023-04-05). ICC's Putin Arrest Warrant Based on State Dept-Funded Report That Debunked Itself. orinocotribune.com 
Jeremy Loffredo and Max Blumenthal exposes fabrications and contradictions in the US State Department-funded report on which the International Criminal Court based its arrest warrant against the Russian president. | The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of the "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children to a network of camps inside Russia. The warrant was based on a report by the Yale HRL center, which is funded by the US State Department. | US journalist Jeremy Loffredo visited one of Russian government-sponsored camps in question. At The Do…
(2023-04-05). The Capital of the Multipolar World: A Moscow Diary. orinocotribune.com By Pepe Escobar — Mar 30, 2023 | In Moscow you feel no crisis. No effects of sanctions. No unemployment. No homeless people in the streets. Minimal inflation. | How sharp was good ol' Lenin, prime modernist, when he mused, "there are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen". This global nomad now addressing you has enjoyed the privilege of spending four astonishing weeks in Moscow at the heart of an historical crossroads — culminating with the Putin-Xi geopolitical game-changing summit at the Kremlin. | To quote Xi, "changes that haven't been seen in 100 years" do have a…
(2023-04-05). Peru: How an Attempt To Censor a Report on Human Rights Violations Failed. orinocotribune.com By Carlos Noriega — Mar 30, 2023 | The right wing tried to prevent the presentation of Amnesty International's annual report. It did not succeed. The worldwide report, in the case of Peru, denounces serious human rights violations, including the death of demonstrators by gunshots of the security forces and arbitrary detentions in the repression of the social protests against the government of Dina Boluarte. | The municipality of the Lima district of Miraflores, administered by the ultra-right wing that governs with Boluarte, ordered the closure of the Place of Memory, Tolerance and Social Inclusion (LUM), a…
(2023-04-05). Venezuela's Army Seizes Armed Narco Vehicle in Zulia State. orinocotribune.com 
Venezuela's Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB) located and seized a vehicle, modified to launch multiple explosives, on a border trail in Catatumbo, Zulia state, near the border with Colombia, reported the head of FANB Strategic Operational Command (CEOFANB), Domingo Hernández Lárez. | Through his social media accounts, Hernández Lárez specified that the seized truck with Venezuelan plates is linked to armed Colombian drug-trafficking terrorist groups (TANCOL) and was used to terrorize the population. | "Venezuela will not be a base or platform for any type of armed terrorist group," wrote Hernández Lárez. "
(2023-04-05). Venezuela & Guinea-Bissau Celebrate 17 Years of Diplomacy, Launch Bilateral Commission. orinocotribune.com Given the turmoil of the current global geopolitical landscape, the Global South must demonstrate that "it can build a more egalitarian world under cooperation, solidarity and complementarity," said the foreign minister of Venezuela, Yván Gil, during the Venezuela—Guinea-Bissau Joint Commission this Tuesday. | The launching ceremony of the joint commission between the two countries took place in the Casa Amarilla, headquarters of the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Venezuela, with the presence of Guinea Bissau's vice prime minister of interior and public order, Soares Sambú, and the Venezuelan Foreign M…
(2023-04-05). 47th Anniversary of Land Day: Palestinians Rally Against Israelis' Theft of Their Land. orinocotribune.com Palestinians have held rallies to commemorate the 47th anniversary of Land Day, in honor of the struggle against Israeli settler-apartheid oppression and the call for freedom, justice and equality. | People in the Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East al-Quds took to the streets on Thursday to mark the event that takes place on March 30 every year. | In the Gaza Strip, protesters gathered near the fence that separates the besieged enclave from the occupied territories as Israeli troops fired live bullets and tear gas canisters. According to local sources, five Palestinians were injured, three of them with live bullets,…
(2023-04-05). In OtherWords: April 5, 2023. otherwords.org Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has stepped down, concluding a controversial third stint as leader of the iconic company with a Senate hearing on his union busting | This week in OtherWords, Sonali Kolhatkar explains Also this week, we offer a pair of op-eds about ho…
(2023-04-05). Stop This Corporate Child Abuse. otherwords.org With new outrages erupting every day, I find some comfort in knowing that we the people have at least eliminated certain particularly ugly plutocratic abuses. Child labor, for example — outlawed in 1938, right? | Well, outlawed, yes; stopped, no. To be clear, there's nothing wrong with teenagers working to help their families, gain experience,…
(2023-04-05). Student Debt Forgiveness Is a Win-Win for Our Country. otherwords.org The I spent over two decades paying off my federal student loans — and like a lot of people with educational debt, I paid $20,000 more than what I borrowed. Thankfully, because I work in public service, an earlier Biden initiative canceled over half of my debt, allowing me to reach the light at the end of…
(2023-04-05). Howard Schultz: Union Buster in Chief. otherwords.org Outgoing Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, in a recent The conversation was meant to showcase Schultz's commitment to Starbucks coffee as he prepared to step down as CEO of the company for the third time. But it took place in Italy, prompting his interviewer to ask: Why wasn't Schultz sitting down with unionizing workers back home?
(2023-04-05). Many Are Falling Short Chasing the American Dream. otherwords.org Most of us have been given the same life directives: go to college, get a good job, get married, have kids, retire. As a former alumni adviser for high school grads, I can assure you that narrative is alive and well. | We get this plan from well-meaning people who love us, often long before we can form a definition of what happiness means to us. There's nothing wrong with these goals, of course. But they may not be for everyone — and in our unequal society, pursuing them can be a big risk that doesn't always pay off. | For my part, I thought following these steps was a direct route to the American Dream.
(2023-04-05). Cartoon: Dante's Inferno, War Crimes Edition. otherwords.org
(2023-04-05). 87% of service workers in the US South were injured on the job last year. peoplesdispatch.org
(2023-04-05). Colombian President calls for agreement on ceasefire in the third round of talks with ELN. peoplesdispatch.org In response to the government's call, the ELN issued a statement and reiterated its willingness to work to reach a bilateral ceasefire with the Gustavo Petro government…
(2023-04-05). Massive fire devastates popular clothing market in Bangladesh capital Dhaka. peoplesdispatch.org The fire at Banga Bazar damaged thousands of shops and covered the surrounding neighborhoods with black smoke. The cause of the fire has not yet been ascertained and no casualty has been reported…
(2023-04-05). Massive rally of farmers and workers in Indian capital New Delhi. peoplesdispatch.org On Wednesday, April 5, thousands of farmers and workers from across India came to the capital New Delhi to protest the central government and its anti-farmer and anti-labor policies. The rally, organized under the banner 'Mazdoor Kisan Sangharsh Rally' was held at the Ramlila Maidan grounds. | Protesters
(2023-04-05). 15 million in the US to be kicked off of public health benefits. peoplesdispatch.org As US-based news is inundated with coverage surrounding the spectacle of former president Donald Trump's arraignment, 15 million people are being quietly phased out of receiving Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) benefits, beginning April 1 and going through May and July. | As the Joe Biden administration will end the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration on May 11, starting this past weekend states have already begun to kick people off of Medicaid and CHIP. These states are all Republican Party-controlled: Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, New Hampshire, and South Dakota. | Medicaid and CHIP…
(2023-04-05). The Undercover Organizers Behind America's Union Wins. popularresistance.org If you want to unionize a workplace, Will Westlake was saying, get used to unclogging the drains. At a secret off-hours gathering held in Rochester, New York, in March, the 25-year-old former barista told a few dozen labor activists that a great way to build trust with co-workers and bosses is to volunteer for thankless chores. In his case, that meant spending months at a Starbucks outside Buffalo in 2021 getting on his knees and reaching beneath the sinks to yank loose the grimy mix of mocha chips, espresso beans, congealed milk and rotten fruit that regularly stopped things up. "Be the person who's willing," We…
(2023-04-05). Slinghot: Take The High Road. popularresistance.org When I ran for president of the Massachusetts Teachers Association I ran headlong into attacks about my character, my competency, and the intentions of our reform caucus. We were accused of being divisive, of being controlled by outside forces, and of cheating. | As we campaigned, we tapped into a deep vein of anger and disappointment with the former leadership. We put forward a vision of well-funded schools, autonomy in the classroom, and dignity at work. We invited each other into building a fighting union that would organize to achieve these goals. | Instead of proposing their own vision, our opponents pulled…
(2023-04-05). One Person Killed, Two Injured In Vehicle Assault On Food Not Bombs. popularresistance.org Two volunteers with the mutual aid group Reno Food Not Bombs are in "critical, but stable condition" and one unhoused person, Michelle "Mama Bear," is dead after a 57 year old man, David Turner, "suddenly and inexplicably drove his car through the area where the women were standing" on Monday. All three were reportedly transported to a local hospital directly following the attack, however Michelle sadly passed away due to her injuries. According to law enforcement, Turner claimed that the attack was "intentional." As This Is Reno reported: | David Turner, 57, is facing one count of murder and two counts of attemp…
(2023-04-05). Patrick Lawrence: The Happiness of Others. scheerpost.com 
For Americans, admitting that people in other parts of the world have and want different things from what they have and want can, in its subtle way, be devastating to their view of the world.
(2023-04-05). Finland Formally Joins NATO, Doubling Alliance's Border With Russia. scheerpost.com 
(2023-04-05). The Broad, Vague RESTRICT Act Is a Dangerous Substitute for Comprehensive Data Privacy Legislation. scheerpost.com 
By Jason Kelley and David Greene / Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) The recently introduced RESTRICT Act (S. 686, Sen. Warner and Sen. Thune) rightfully is causing a lot of concern. This bill is being called a "TikTok ban," but it's more complicated than that. As we wrote in our initial review of the bill, the RESTRICT …
(2023-04-05). Filings Reveal Amazon Spent Over $14 Million to Bust Union in 2022 Alone. scheerpost.com 
(2023-04-05). Netanyahu's Power Grab Is Shattering the Myth of a United, Democratic Israel. scheerpost.com 
The illusion of a cohesive Israel, an Israel that is a miraculous success, exists only in the minds of privileged Israeli and some diaspora Jews. Some European politicians may also believe this to be the case, having been convinced by Jews in their countries. But it was never the case.
(2023-04-05). 'Now Do Bush': Trump Arraignment Contrasts Typical Immunity for US Leaders. scheerpost.com 
"Trump should be prosecuted for a variety of crimes, committed both as a private citizen and public official," argues Jeremy Scahill. "But if we want to claim that our system is exceptional, then the same fate should be brought to bear on the Bushes, Cheneys, and Kissingers of the world as well."
(2023-04-05). 'Grim Milestone': Over 400 Human Rights Defenders Murdered Worldwide Last Year. scheerpost.com 
"Despite an assault on human rights and the rule of law in many countries," human rights defenders "showed remarkable courage and persistence in advocating for more democratic, just, and inclusive societies."
(2023-04-05). Chris Hedges: Reclaiming Our Country. scheerpost.com
(2023-04-05). Seymour Hersh: The Nord Stream Ghost Ship. scheerpost.com 
(2023-04-05). For A Cold Warrior Like Me… smoothiex12.blogspot.com watching this is like pinching myself… … if I am seeing what I am seeing. The change is mind-boggling, its speed is breath-taking.
(2023-04-05). I Liked Larry's Eisenhower's Analogy. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Excellent talk with Judge. By now only idiots from "Institute for NOT Study of War" didn't get the fact of why Russians sat into Strategic Defense (it doesn't mean that you do not go on offensive). Why chasing the enemy when it comes to you, and you kill it, is an excellent mode of conducting a war. As I am ON RECORD, Washington doesn't have a concept of all state's institutions working as a whole based on a coherent strategy and contingency planning. Yeah, I know, "strategy" is such a popular word.
(2023-04-05). Second "Summit for Democracy" journal-neo.org 
The Summit for Democracy had its second forum on March 28-30 this year. The current US administration established the event in the second part of 2021, and it was held for the first time in December of that year. Because the Covid-19 pandemic was still active at the time, this event was held online a […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ
(2023-04-05). The West's Denial Strategy and the Surfacing Multipolar World. journal-neo.org 
In the news in the western hemisphere today, the truth is like the Holy Grail. And like the cup of Christ, it too may be lost forever. Take any information about Russia or China, for instance. Reality is now shifted not only in the halls of power in Washington, London, and Brussels, but in journalism, […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ
(2023-04-05). Bridge of Peace and Prosperity Proposed From the Arab World to Syria. strategic-culture.org Syria is on the brink of recovery as Syria is on the brink of recovery as
(2023-04-05). Executive Order Lays Foundation for Lab-Created Foods. strategic-culture.org In this article, I discuss the rapidly advancing trend of food being grown in labs, and the reasons why it's done in the first place. | Dr. Joseph MERCOLA | STORY AT-A-GLANCE | September 12, 2022, U.S. President Joe Biden signed an "Executive Order on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a Sustainable, Safe and Secure American Bioeconomy." This executive order makes biotechnology a national priority across agencies and branches of government. Similar legislation has been introduced in the U.K. | In late March 2023, Biden expanded on this premise in a "Bold Goals for U.S. Biotechnology and B…
(2023-04-05). Marco Rubio Accidentally Makes a Great Argument Against U.S. Dollar Hegemony. strategic-culture.org 
We saw just such an instance last Wednesday during a conversation between empire propagandist Sean Hannity and warmongering senator Marco Rubio on Fox News. So frenzied was Rubio in his vitriol about the rise of China on the world stage that he accidentally wound up providing a very good argument against the hegemony of the US dollar.
(2023-04-05). Regime Changed, System Remains in Place in Montenegro. strategic-culture.org Djukanovic will now be swept away as were Mobutu, Suharto, Mubarak, and scores of similar satraps who were allowed to misrule and steal for decades. | Milo Djukanovic, the outgoing Western puppet who ruled and plundered Montenegro for the last three decades, betrayed everything he ostensibly ever stood for during his insufferably long public career. Everything, that is, with the single exception of his own political survival. His finely tuned antennas assisted him at every turn to make opportunistically correct choices. The end came when it no longer depended on him and his puppeteers decided that his shelf life…
(2023-04-05). Detroit Activists Battle Bailiffs in Defense of the Tiny Home of Taura Brown. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Work of renowned Indigenous artist Jeffrey Gibson showcased at Nashville's Frist Museum. peoplesworld.org 
NASHVILLE— Artist Jeffrey Gibson, a celebrated member of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, is showcasing his work at the Nashville Frist Art Museum now through April 23. is Entitled "Jeffrey Gibson: The Body Electric," the ground-breaking exhibition is a clarion call for Indigenous power, queer recognition, and environmental resistance to the carnage of profit-mad …
(2023-04-05). Britain: Corbyn's ban 'a disgraceful attack on democracy'. greenleft.org.au In a move that has been condemmed as deceitful and undemocratic, the British Labour Party's National Executive Committee (NEC) voted on March 29 to bar former leader Jeremy Corbyn from standing as a Labour candidate in the 2024 general election, reports Alex Salmon.
(2023-04-05). America's Broken Windows. americanthinker.com Little crimes lead to bigger crimes, both in a big city and in our nation as a whole.
(2023-04-05). Ready Yourself for the 2024 Storms. americanthinker.com The end of the Marxist-infiltrated Progressive Era isn't happening with a whimper, but with bangs.
(2023-04-05). Republicans Need a Tech Manhattan Project. americanthinker.com Republicans are burdened with obsolete infrastructure in both national voter integrity organizations and national party apparatus, that desperately fears change.
(2023-04-05). Trump Can't Win without Recognizing His Flaws. americanthinker.com If Donald Trump is as great as he claims, he'll take the criticism of his supporters in the spirit in which it is offered.
(2023-04-05). Unequal Under the Law for One Means Unequal for All. americanthinker.com The double standards are beyond offensive, and to turn on Trump now is to forfeit any expectation of justice for ourselves and our posterity.
(2023-04-05). An indictment so trashy even Mitt Romney is condemning it. americanthinker.com Even Mitt had had too much from Alvin Bragg's clown show in Manhattan.
(2023-04-05). Appeals court orders Stormy Daniels to pay Trump an additional $121,973. americanthinker.com Just when all hope was fading away, a very thin silver lining appeared in California court almost 3,000 miles from the Manhattan courthouse where Trump appeared.
(2023-04-05). Bragg, Adams, and as the world turns. americanthinker.com Eric Adams lays down the law to menacing Young Republicans.
(2023-04-05). Chicago elects a new mayor who defended looting. americanthinker.com The term in office of Lori Lightfoot, defeated with an ignominious third place finish in the primary in large part because of public disgust over crime, may soon be regarded as the good old days.
(2023-04-05). DOJ's arrest policies. americanthinker.com Early morning or pre-dawn raids are designed for maximum humiliation and intimidation.
(2023-04-05). El Salvador's Bukele does Joe Biden a favor, and all he gets are insults. americanthinker.com Guy cleans up his country and gives his country's citizens a reason to not migrate illegally to the states, and all he gets from Biden are sanctions and insults.
(2023-04-05). The extraordinary behind-the-scenes friendship in Casablanca. americanthinker.com In dark times—and these are dark times—it's helpful to remember that there's always some light.
(2023-04-05). The great gun control myth. americanthinker.com Imperfect men enacting imperfect laws over imperfect society will consistently yield imperfect results.
(2023-04-05). The United States has lost the moral high ground. americanthinker.com Yesterday was doubtlessly among the darkest days in the history of the nation.
(2023-04-05). TN GOP legislators play hardball, strip committee assignments and may expel 'insurrection' Dems from state legislature. americanthinker.com After decades of being played for chumps, Republican office holders are realizing that the only way to counter outrageous Democrat misbehavior is to embrace "The Chicago Way" made famous by David Mamet's script for "The Untouchables"
(2023-04-05). Trump gets the Nixon treatment. americanthinker.com I wish I could say America has become a Banana Republic, but there is no reason to believe we are a republic, banana or otherwise.
(2023-04-05). Wednesday Schadenfreude: 'The View' puts out table coasters to counter the audience perception that they can't stop farting. americanthinker.com Given their low discourse, we're more surprised they don't promote it.
(2023-04-05). Trump Has Broken Many More Laws Than He's Currently Being Charged With. truthout.org As we cover the historic arraignment of former President Donald Trump, we look at the crimes for which he has not been charged. We speak with Ralph Nader, longtime consumer advocate, corporate critic and former presidential candidate. Nader says that though "all presidents violate laws," Trump has "taken it to a new and diverse height." This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. |
(2023-04-05). The Meeting Between Lula's Chief Foreign Policy Advisor & President Putin Was Very Important. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Sunday 4/16: Q&A Discussion of the film "Marketing the Israeli Occupation – Part One" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-04-05). Episcopal Diocese Of New York Apologizes For Church's Affiliation With Transatlantic Slave Trade, Pledges $1M For Reparations. moguldom.com The Episcopal Diocese of New York has officially apologized for the church's participation in the slave trade. The religious organization has also established a reparations commission in a step to right its wrongs when it comes to slavery. The Episcopal Diocese of New York is a diocese of the Episcopal Church and covers three New …
(2023-04-05). Notes on Mutual Aid: A Local History of Survival and Struggle. itsgoingdown.org The first in a series looking critically at mutual aid programs that exploded following the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the George Floyd rebellion. Originally posted to Notes on Mutual Aid. Zine PDF For Printing HERE In Spring of 2022 we were rejected by our anonymous friends at PugetSoundAnarchists.org. The site admins declined to…
(2023-04-05). France on Fire: "Fires" Everywhere. Who Is Behind them? "Men in Black" southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Written by Today's tragedy is nobody connects the dots. No analyst. No journalist. They all focus on the fire and nobody asks what is behind it. How does one fire connect to the other. | For weeks on end, France is on fire. It appears, as if France was fighting Macron's controversial pension age increase fr…
(2023-04-05). Military Situation In Donbass On April 5, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Novobakhmutivka; | Clashes between Russian forces and the AFU continue on the outskirts of Ugledar; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue in Mariinka; | Clashes between Russian forces and the AFU continue in Bakhmut and its outskirts; | Clashes continue in the forest area south of Kreminna; | Up to 80 Ukrainian servicemen, 2 motor vehicles, 2 armored vehicles were destro…
(2023-04-05). Military Situation In Iraq On April 5, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On April 5, a U.S. logistical convoy was targeted by IED attack in the Babil province; | On April 4, Masrour Barzani, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, at the head of a high-ranking delegation, arrived in Baghdad and met with the Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammad Shia al-Sudani; | On April 4, Ambassadors of Syria, Idris Mayya, Iraq, Qais Al-Amiri, Saudi Arabia, Abdullah al-Enezi and Iran, Ali Najafi to Oman held a quadrilateral meeting in Muscat, the capital of Om…
(2023-04-05). Military Situation In Syria On April 5, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On April 5, the Russian Ministry of Defense recorded no cases of hostilities and ceasefire violations in the Idlib region in the past 24 hours; | On April 5, several SAA servicemen reportedly were killed and wounded by an IED explosion in Homs desert; | On April 5, unknown armed men riding a motorcycle killed an SAA serviceman in the town of al-Kiheel; | On April 4, Tunisian President Kais Saied instructs his foreign minister to appoint a new ambassador to Damascus, filli…
(2023-04-05). Military Situation In Ukraine On April 5, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russian forces destroyed one tank, four armoured fighting vehicles, two motor vehicles, a howitzer in the Donetsk region; | Russian forces destroyed two armoured fighting vehicles, two motor vehicles, and one D-30 howitzer in the Liman region; | Russian forces destroyed two armoured fighting vehicles, and two pick-up trucks in the Kupyansk region; | Russian forces destroyed two motor vehicles, and one Akatsiya self-propelled howitzer in the Kherson region; | Clashes between…
(2023-04-05). NATO Expansionism In Scandinavia Helps America, But Puts Finland In Line Of Fire. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size imageStoltenberg was right to say that the admission of Finland is truly historic, but only in the sense that Helsinki is essentially repeating the same mistake as over 80 years ago when it joined the Axis led by Nazi Germany. | Written by It's quite obvious that NATO has always been an auxiliary extension of the United States. This has been the case since the unfortunate inception of the be…
(2023-04-05). Turkey's 2023 Election A Choice Between Eurasianism And Atlanticism. southfront.org 
Illustrative ImageErdoƒüan blasts US Ambassador for meeting with opposition leader Kƒ±lƒ±àßdaroƒülu. | Written by Ahmed Adel, Cairo-based geopolitics and political economy researcher | The Turkish President refuses to speak any further with the American ambassador to Ankara. The reason: a recent meeting between the diplomat and the leader of the Turkish opposition only a month and a half before the presidential election…
(2023-04-05). Ukrainian Kamikaze Pilot "Mistakenly" Crashed In Russia. southfront.org 
Click to see the full-size image | On April 6, a Ukrainian light-engine plane crashed in the Klintsovsky district of the Russian border Bryansk region. According to the border department of the Federal Security Service of Russia, "the plane crashed near the village of Butovsk for unknown reasons." | The pilot, who tried to escape to Ukrainian territory, was detained. He was armed with an AKS-74U assault rifle and he had a bulletproof vest. | According to media reports, the A-22 Flying Fox airplane that landed in an eme…
(2023-04-05). Military Situation In Ukraine On April, 5 2023: AFU In Bakhmut Remained Only In West. Explosions In Dnipro And Odessa. southfront.org 
There were several significant changes in the situation in the conflict zone in Ukraine during April 4. Most of the…
(2023-04-05). Iran Says It Foiled Drone Attack On Military Complex In Isfahan. southfront.org 
File image. | Iran has foiled a drone attack on a complex of the Defense Ministry in the central province of Isfahan late on April 4, according to the Tasnim news agency. "The Amir al-Momenin complex in Isfahan was the target of a failed attack by a small drone which was foiled by defense systems," the semi-official news agency reported, adding that the attempt did not cause any damage. | Commenting on the report, Iran's Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi said "for now, I cannot confirm this as it…
(2023-04-05). Israeli Police Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque, Palestinians Retaliate With Rocket Fire (Videos). southfront.org 
Screen grab, via Twitter. | Early on April 5, Israeli police stormed the al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem during Ramadan prayers, arresting hundreds of Palestinians and provoking retaliatory rocket fire from the Gaza Strip. | Police officers smashed doors and windows to enter al-Aqsa, one of Islam's holiest sites, and deployed stun grenades and rubber bullets once inside. Videos that surfaced online show the officers striking screaming people with batons inside the mosque. | In a…
(2023-04-05). Kiev Forces Spotted Firing Israeli Cluster Mortar Rounds. southfront.org 
File image. | Kiev forces have begun using Israeli cluster mortar rounds against the Russian military, according to a photo that surfaced online on April 4. | The photo shows two Ukrainian soldiers loading an Israeli-made M971 fin-stabilized, cargo carrier mortar round into a Soviet-made 2B11 towed 120 mm mortar cannon. It's still unknown when or where the photo was taken. | Click to see full-size image. Via Twitter. | The…
(2023-04-05). Senior ISIS Leader Killed In U.S. Drone Strike On Syria's Greater Idlib. southfront.org 
A fully armed MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle taxis down the runway at an air base in Afghanistan on its way to another wartime mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Brian Ferguson). | The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has claimed responsibility for a drone strike that killed a senior leader of ISIS in the northwestern Syrian region of Greater Idlib on April 3. | In a statement released a day after the attack, the command said that the slain leader, Khalid 'Aydd Ahmad al-Jabouri, was responsib…
(2023-04-05). Syria Renews Calls For Turkish Withdrawal During Four-Way Talks In Moscow. southfront.org 
Turkish forces are seen near Mount Barsaya, northeast of Afrin, Syria January 23, 2018. REUTERS/Khalil Ashawi | On April 4, senior diplomats from Russia, Turkey, Iran and Syria held a long-awaited meeting in Moscow to push forward the normalization process between Ankara and Damascus. | Greeting the participants of the talks, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov urged Syrian and Turkish diplomats to show "flexibility and constructive attitude," and abandon the "confrontational rhetoric and past offenses."
(2023-04-05). Syria Warns Of 'Total Escalation' After Fourth Israeli Attack. southfront.org 
An Israeli F-16 fighter jet en route to an exercise in Germany in an undated photograph. (Israel Defense Forces) | Syria warned Israel on April 4 that it risks pushing the Middle East towards "total escalation" following a new wave of airstrikes that targeted Damascus and nearby areas. | The Israeli airstrikes, which were launched by Israeli warplanes in the early morning hours, targeted a civilian glass factory and military positions in the countryside of Damascus as…
(2023-04-05). Israel Steps Up Attacks On Syria. southfront.org 
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(2023-04-05). Palestine in Pictures: March 2023. electronicintifada.net A monthly roundup of photographs documenting Palestine, Palestinian life, politics and culture, and international solidarity with Palestine.
(2023-04-05). Urgent Threats to Peace for Humanity in the 21st Century. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Twitter Thread Expertly Dissects Millennial/Gen Z Psychology. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). German Leftist Lawmaker Says U.S. Soldiers and Nukes Must Leave Her Country. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Our Vision of Liberation This Passover Must Include Palestinians. truthout.org On Passover, when we gather at the seder table to tell the story of the Exodus, we are reminded by the haggadah (the seder text) that merely telling the story is not enough. We are asked to not only relate but to interrogate this sacred narrative, to contemplate its meaning and to discuss the questions it raises for us. Most importantly, we must connect the lessons of the Exodus story to… |
(2023-04-05). Nashville students rally for gun control ahead of April 5 nationwide walkout. nationofchange.org One organizer said that if Tennessee lawmakers "actually cared about protecting kids" they would "address what kills kids every single day" instead of banning books and drag shows.
(2023-04-05). What American media won't tell us about the Putin and Xi meeting, part I. nationofchange.org China's moves in the Middle East and apparent endorsement of Putin's imperialist goals in Ukraine necessitate a response from the West.
(2023-04-05). Liberal Judge Wins WI Supreme Court Race — But GOP Gains Impeachment Powers. truthout.org A liberal judge won the election for the Wisconsin State Supreme Court on Tuesday, defeating her Trump-aligned conservative opponent by 11 points — a margin that's almost unheard of in a state as politically divided as the Badger State. The election result means that the liberal bloc of justices on the state's highest court will be in control for the first time in 15 years, halting what has been a… |
(2023-04-05). Trump Pushes Conspiracy Theories, Attacks Manhattan DA in Post-Indictment Speech. truthout.org Hours after becoming the first former president to be indicted in U.S. history, Donald Trump gave a rambling speech at Mar-a-Lago, presenting himself as a victim of the political establishment and airing grievances about his perceived enemies in what appeared to be an attempt to rally his followers for his 2024 presidential campaign. Trump has been indicted by the Manhattan District Attorney's… |
(2023-04-05). French Communist Party leads workers in march on Macron's palace over retirement scheme. peoplesworld.org 
PARIS—French Communist parliamentarians marched to the Élysée Palace, the residence of President Emmanuel Macron, Monday to hand in a letter demanding he drop his unpopular plan to raise the retirement age by two years to 64. The proposal has sparked a wave of strikes and brought millions of people into the streets since it was …
(2023-04-05). How to Create Positive Change: Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali at Progress Network (Video). juancole.com The Progress Network | How does change actually occur? And what are the best tactics for bringing large coalitions together? Hosts of Democracy-ish, Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali, discuss the balance between angry revolution and individual hope, and what ultimately gets people on board with a movement. Plus, we take a look at the World …
(2023-04-05). Venezuela's Opposition Envoy Calls on Biden to Ease Sanctions. news.antiwar.com Fernando Blasi, the new envoy for Venezuela's US-backed opposition, is calling on the Biden administration to ease crippling sanctions on Venezuela, saying not doing so could turn the country into another Cuba, which has been under a US trade embargo since 1962. "If we continue down this path, Venezuela is destined to be another Cuba," …
(2023-04-05). US Announces $2.6 Billion Weapons Package for Ukraine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). April 9 meeting to honor Mary Pinotti-Kaessinger. workers.org 
A virtual meeting will be held to honor Mary Pinotti-Kaessinger, Revolutionary, Disability Justice and Rights Fighter, Labor Organizer — Rest in power! The Disability Justice and Rights Caucus of Workers World Party (DJRC) is hosting its monthly 2nd Sunday Dialogue, April 9 at 7: 00 p.m. EDT, to honor Mary and . . . |
(2023-04-05). So the Russian Incursion in Ukraine Was "Unprovoked", Eh? globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Guns, Gender and Masculinity (OPINION). latinorebels.com Many people believe that owning a gun is a symbol of power and protection. These associations are often tied to traditional gender roles, with men expected to be dominant and protective while women are to be submissive and nurturing.
(2023-04-05). What Trump's Indictment Means. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). "The Big Powers are Worried". Iran's Military Technologies for Defense. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Japan Ignoring Price Cap, Paying 16% More for Russian Oil. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Sibos 2024 financial services forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn Beijing will play host city to the Swift International Banker's Operation Seminar (Sibos) financial services forum in 2024, according to a joint announcement from Beijing authorities and the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT).
(2023-04-05). Bead obsession grows among Chinese students. ecns.cn A string of beads made of various materials has become a favorite toy among some elementary Chinese school students.
(2023-04-05). Australia urged to observe market economy rules after it plans to ban TikTok from government devices. ecns.cn China has made solemn démarches to Australia after the Australian government said it would remove TikTok on all federal government devices, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). China firmly opposes meeting between Tsai Ing-wen and Kevin McCarthy: FM spokeswoman. ecns.cn China firmly opposes the U.S. arrangement for Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip to the U.S. and a meeting between her and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, because it seriously contravenes the one-China principle and provisions in the three China-U.S. joint communiqués and gravely undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). China's high temperature superconducting maglev transportation system completes suspension run. ecns.cn China's independently developed high temperature superconducting electric maglev transportation system has completed its first suspension run, according to its developer CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co., Ltd. in northeast China's Jilin Province.
(2023-04-05). Archaeological work advances made in Tibet in 2022. ecns.cn A series of archaeological excavations and investigations were carried out in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region last year, providing important facts for understanding the region's ancient history and culture.
(2023-04-05). China issues traffic safety warning ahead of Qingming Festival. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security on Tuesday issued an early warning for road traffic safety risks during the Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, which falls on April 5 this year.
(2023-04-05). China builds vast solar, wind power parks in deserts. ecns.cn The northern region of China is witnessing a remarkable surge in the construction of solar and wind power parks along its desert belt and this development is transforming the once barren and desolate areas into a bustling hub for renewable energy.
(2023-04-05). China's Tibet discovers earliest cave tomb built 3,000 yrs ago. ecns.cn The cemetery site is indicative of diverse cultures and exchanges and connections between different areas in the hinterland of Tibet at that time, said Tashi Tsering, a researcher with the regional institute of cultural relics protection.
(2023-04-05). More dolphins washed ashore near Tokyo for 2nd straight day. ecns.cn Several more dolphins were found washed ashore and stranded on a beach near Tokyo on Tuesday morning, one day after dozens were found stranded in the same place a day earlier.
(2023-04-05). China to deepen new cooperation pattern with Indonesia: Wang Yi. ecns.cn Wang Yi (R), director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, shakes hands with Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Indonesia's Coordinator for Cooperation with China and Coordinating Minister of Maritime Affairs and Investment in Beijing, China, April 4, 2023.
(2023-04-05). Tax policies to boost market confidence. ecns.cn Foreign enterprises are expected to expand funding into research and development in China as the country strengthens its support to innovation with long-term preferential tax policy arrangements, they said.
(2023-04-05). Exploring Qingming Festival: swallow kites carry misfortune away. ecns.cn Qingming is both a solar term and traditional Chinese festival during which people enjoy spring outings, sweep graves and pray to those who have passed away.
(2023-04-05). Trump charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records, pleads not guilty. ecns.cn Former U.S. President Donald Trump is charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records, the Manhattan district attorney said on Tuesday afternoon.
(2023-04-05). China urges Japan to rectify actions on semiconductor export curbs. ecns.cn China is highly concerned about Japan's semiconductor export controls and urges it to rectify its actions, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Xi plants trees in Beijing, urging more afforestation efforts for green development, building beautiful China. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday attended a voluntary tree planting activity in Beijing and called for more efforts in afforestation to write a new chapter in building a beautiful China.
(2023-04-05). Xi stresses Party theoretic study drive to enhance cohesion and pool strengths. ecns.cn A meeting on the education campaign about the study and implementation of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era was held on Monday in Beijing. President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), attended the meeting and made an important speech.
(2023-04-05). China's hyperspectral Earth observation satellite put into use. ecns.cn China's hyperspectral satellite for Earth observation has gone into use after completing in-orbit tests, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, the primary developer of the spacecraft, announced on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Former chairman of China Everbright Group under investigation. ecns.cn Li Xiaopeng, former Party chief and chairman of China Everbright Group has been placed under investigation for suspected severe violations of Party discipline and laws, according to an official statement released Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). China plans to restructure disciplines, majors at universities. ecns.cn China will adjust the composition of about 20 percent of the disciplines and majors at its higher education institutions, replacing outdated disciplines with new ones that keep abreast with new technologies, emerging sectors and new business modes.
(2023-04-05). FM urges relevant U.S. congressman not to undermine China-U.S. ties. ecns.cn Relevant U.S. congressman needs to abide by the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiques and avoid undermining the China-U.S. relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Monday.
(2023-04-05). Cherry blossoms with colorful lights dazzle Yantai. ecns.cn People are enchanted by cherry blossoms with colorful lights at night in Yantai, east China's Shandong Province, April 3, 2023.
(2023-04-05). Culture Fact | Solar term: Qingming. ecns.cn
(2023-04-05). Culture Fact | Qingming Festival in ancient Chinese poem. ecns.cn
(2023-04-05). Intangible Cultural Heritage inheritor: swallow kites carry misfortune away. ecns.cn Qingming is both a natural solar term and traditional Chinese festival during which people enjoy spring outings, sweep graves and pray to those who have passed away.
(2023-04-05). Japan needs to reconsider wastewater discharge plan. mronline.org 
It may be recalled that after Japan alarmingly announced in April 2021 its plan to start releasing around 1.3 million metric tons of contaminated wastewater from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, countries in the rest of eastern Asia and the Pacific region protested. Environmental groups and even the Japanese people opposed it.
(2023-04-05). The United Nations is being used by the U.S. in its Propaganda War against Nicaragua. mronline.org 
While the United States pays little regard to the human rights of many of its own citizens, it manifests intense interest in those of countries that it regards as its enemies.
(2023-04-05). TikTok on trial: The latest front in the U.S. tech war on China. mronline.org 
On March 23, CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee addressing concerns over the popular social media app's data collection practices and parent company ByteDance's alleged links to the Chinese government.
(2023-04-05). Unchecked by consequences, a new authoritarianism is unfolding in India. mronline.org 
The use of hate and arbitrary power and calculated killings by Hindu nationalists reveal an ominous disregard for democracy, a forewarning of what is to come.
(2023-04-05). Is Israel a 'democracy'? An editorial. workers.org 
For the past 13 weeks, Israel has been rocked with massive demonstrations in the hundreds of thousands, especially in Tel Aviv, targeting the far-right, neofascist government headed by the butcher Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. What prompted the protests was a proposed "reform package" that would curtail the judiciary branch of . . . |
(2023-04-05). Iraq's missing million: Up to 1 million people have "disappeared" in last 50 years. america.cgtn.com 
As many as one million people have "disappeared" in Iraq over the past 50 years, spanning multiple conflicts, the rule of Saddam Hussein, the U.S.-led military occupation, and the rise of Islamic State militants, according to a United Nations study.
(2023-04-05). Border delegation in San Diego: Chicano Park, Barrio Logan tour and meeting with Aztlan Youth. fightbacknews.org San Diego, CA – On April 2, part of the Legalization for All Network's border delegation spent the day in San Diego, the city on the U.S. side of the border across from Tijuana, México. | The group of immigrant rights activists from Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Chicago and Minnesota spent the day in San Diego's Barrio Logan neighborhood. | They started with a tour of Chicano Park at the heart of the neighborhood, and then did a walkthrough of the surrounding neighborhood. | As a border city on land that was part of Mexico until 1848, until the U.S.'s theft of the states that are now the southwestern part of the U.
(2023-04-05). Tampa Bay SDS statement regarding USF trying to intimidate student activists with false charges. fightbacknews.org Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from Tampa Bay SDS. | On Tuesday, April 4th, one of our members, Lauren Pineiro, retroactively received student code of conduct violations relating to our protest on March 6th in which we were brutally attacked by University of South Florida police officers. This comes as two of our other members, who were previously charged, are having student code of conduct hearings. Pineiro is set to graduate at the end of this semester, with a major in Sociology and a minor in Women's and Gender Studies, but these conduct violations could put their degree in jeop…
(2023-04-05). Selected Articles: Turning Tides: The US Congress and Julian Assange. globalresearch.ca 
By The latest move by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) promises to be something more. Tlaib
(2023-04-05). U.S. Gun Violence during the Covid Crisis: Teenage Deaths and Injuries Increased by 64.8%. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). CFMEU demands Labor scrap anti-union laws. greenleft.org.au Thousands of workers took to the streets in a national day of action to demand wage rises and protest anti-union laws, report Jacob Andrewartha, Sue Bolton, Alex Bainbridge and Jim McIlroy.
(2023-04-05). 20 Years After Iraq: No Accountability and No Lessons Learned. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). 19 years after the coup d'état: Statement from Fanmi Lavalas Political Organization. iacenter.org March 24, 2023 This Feb. 28 statement from Fanmi Lavalas, a people's party of Haiti, commemorates the February 29, 2004, coup d'état that overthrew Haiti's first democratically elected president, Jean-Bertrand Aristide. Fanmi Lavalas honors those who fell during the coup and outlines its call for a Haitian solution to the crisis that has now engulfed the country. Unofficial translation by the Haiti Action Committee. San Francisco, July 28, 2021. Credit: Haiti Action Committee On the eve of the commemoration of the 19th anniversary of the bloody coup d'état of 2004, the harmful consequences of which we are living…
(2023-04-05). As Zelensky speaks, vigil to demand Austria maintain neutrality. iacenter.org March 27, 2023 The International Action Center received this petition and call for a vigil from the Austrian group, the Social Alliance for Peace and Neutrality. Translation: John Catalinotto. Vienna protest of German decision to send tanks to Ukraine, Jan. 30, 2023. Credit: Social Alliance for Peace and Neutrality Vigil: Building peace without weapons Thursday, March 30, 2023, 8 a.m. at the Parliament building The Ukrainian war President [Volodymyr] Zelensky is scheduled to speak virtually to the deputies of the Parliament on March 30. What he will say is already clear. He wants more weapons, more sanctions, mor…
(2023-04-05). Communiqué: The working class in France buries its gravediggers. iacenter.org April 3, 2023 Communiqué of the Coordination of Communist Nuclei (CNC) in the Spanish State (Spain) published March 28, 2023. Workers World publishes this communiqué because it could also apply as a message for the working class in the United States. Translation: John Catalinotto. Workers on France's high-speed TGV trains demonstrate near the Lyon Station in Paris. Allez vous-faire foutre! (Go to hell!) Esclaves du capital! (Slaves of capital!) Servants de l'OTAN (Servants of NATO!) The French working class gives us, once again, a great lesson of class struggle, and starting from the beginning, it showed us what…
(2023-04-05). Despite government attacks: Workers, students in France stay strong. iacenter.org By G. Dunkel March 28, 2023 Since President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Élizabeth Borne rammed through the "reform" of France's pension system March 16 — an attack which will require workers to work longer to obtain a full pension — the class struggle has grown more intense. Women retirees on the front lines, March 2023. Millions of workers struck on March 23 to protest this new law, which extends their retirement age to 64 from 62. The law must still be reviewed by the Constitutional Council, which can reject or modify it. The new pension law provides fewer protections for workers who have ard…
(2023-04-05). Germany: Warning strike turns up the steam. iacenter.org By Arnold Schà∂lzel March 30, 2023 The author is a former editor of the German newspaper junge Welt, where this article was published March 27. Translation: John Catalinotto Railroad and Transport Workers rally by the main train station in Bremen, Germany, March 25, 2023, for strike action. A foretaste of the depth of the strike waves in France or Britain occurred in Germany on March 27: For 24 hours, buses and trains remained largely in depots, airplanes on the ground. Some 335,000 workers responded to the joint call by the United Services Trade Union (Verdi) and the railway and transport union (EVG) for a…
(2023-04-05). Trump's indictment: only a beginning. iacenter.org Former President Donald J. Trump was indicted by a Manhattan grand jury March 31. The unexpected news was celebrated by many oppressed people, class-conscious workers and many on the left. Trump's Supreme Court appointments reversed the legal right to abortion. In addition to being the 45th occupant of the White House, Trump is known for being a bigoted billionaire, who emboldened the violent far right over the last several years and led a vicious Islamophobic, racist, misogynist, anti-migrant and anti-worker presidential campaign and administration. Good people believe he deserves to be punished. Trump was indic…
(2023-04-05). Protesters take aim at war industry, nuclear subs. greenleft.org.au About 100 people protested in North Wollongong against the federal government's plans for a nuclear submarine base in Port Kembla, NSW. Jim McIlroy reports.
(2023-04-05). The Shift from Pink to Green in Latin America: Can the United States Become a Green Good Neighbor? juancole.com 
( Tomdispatch.com ) — Gustavo Petro doesn't just want to transform his own country; he wants to change the world. The new leader of Colombia, who took office last August, is targeting what he calls his nation's "economy of death." That means pivoting away from oil, natural gas, coal, and narcotics toward more sustainable economic …
(2023-04-05). Progressive coalition brings Brandon Johnson across the finish line in Chicago. peoplesworld.org 
CHICAGO — Brandon Johnson, a progressive African-American community activist, union organizer, and former teacher, defied the pollsters and was elected as Chicago's next mayor yesterday in a major victory for progressives. His win was propelled, in major part, part by a huge turnout among enthusiastic young voters. According to the Chicago Board of Elections, a …
(2023-04-05). Progressives win key swing seat in Wisconsin State Supreme Court race. peoplesworld.org 
MADISON, Wisc. — In what was perhaps the most consequential state Supreme Court race in U.S. history yesterday the winner was a liberal judge, Janet Protasiewicz, giving progressives their first majority on the court since 2008. Her victory in the race for the key swing seat on the state's Supreme Court will enable the ending …
(2023-04-05). With democracy on the line, People's World does the job corporate media won't. peoplesworld.org 
The argument for keeping People's World alive is a more critical one now than ever before. That's because we are at a critical juncture in U.S. history, one that could end up with a fascist takeover of our country. At such a time as this, the need for truth-telling journalists who work in print, online, …
(2023-04-05). 5 Other Modern Presidents who Should have been Indicted for their Crimes. juancole.com 
Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Seeing Trump arraigned in New York on Tuesday was satisfying even if the outcome of the trial cannot be foreseen and he has a presumption of innocence. There is obviously evidence that he falsified his business records for the purpose of hiding material facts from the American people in October …
(2023-04-05). 'Zone of Peace' Campaign Launched In 3 Countries to Build 'People(s)-Centered Movement' in the Americas. towardfreedom.org The Black Alliance for Peace (BAP), along with partner organizations, held events April 4 in three countries across the Americas to launch an effort to activate popular movements in the region in support of a 2014 call for a "Zone of Peace." TF editor Julie Varughese reports.
(2023-04-05). El Salvador's state of exception turns one. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in On July 13, 2022, Juan Carlos Hernández, a gay activist with
(2023-04-05). Israeli Forces Condemned for Brutal Raid of Al-Aqsa Mosque. truthout.org Israeli police brutally attacked Palestinians inside the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on Tuesday night, injuring at least a dozen peaceful worshipers and arresting more than 400 during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. "Dozens of heavily armed officers stormed the site, used stun grenades, and fired tear gas into the Qibli prayer hall — the building with the silver dome… |
(2023-04-05). How The Global South Has Risen in The Face of US Sabotage with Ajamu Baraka. mintpressnews.com Ajamu Baraka joins Lee Camp to discuss how the media demonizes enemies of the US empire, the US military's global command structure, neocolonial behavior, and the white supremacy inherent to its hegemony.
(2023-04-05). The "Psychological War" Behind Ukrainian Frontlines. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). La nueva integración sudamericana. cepr.net La Tercera Ver artículo en el sitio original Al asumir la Presidencia, Lula afirmó "nuestro protagonismo se materializará a través de la reanudación de la integración sudamericana". Por su parte, el Presidente Boric reafirmó en su primera reunión con Lula la importancia de la rearticulación de América del Sur. Hace pocos días, tanto Lula como …
(2023-04-05). The Decline and Fall of Republican Afghanistan (Review). juancole.com 
Review of Ahmad Shuja Jamal and William Maley, The Decline and Fall of Republican Afghanistan (London: Hurst and Co., 2023). Munich, Germany (Special to Informed Comment) — The Republic of Afghanistan unraveled quickly after May 2021 when US-led foreign troops prepared to abandon the country. This defied the forecasts of most experts on the capacity …
(2023-04-05). As China Embraces Russia, the Western Narrative Needs a Rethink. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Trump indicted on 34 felonies linked to election interference. peoplesworld.org 
NEW YORK—Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has indicted former Republican Oval Office occupant Donald Trump on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, in a case that is only the opening salvo in a looming barrage of legal troubles for the former White House denizen. The Trump indictment itself is bad news, of course, for …
(2023-04-05). The Climate (CO2) Hoax and the Control Matrix. Mega-banks and Corporations. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Woke-ism and the Self-Induced Suicide of America. thelastamericanvagabond.com Perhaps one of the greatest obstacles to saving the beleaguered republic at this late stage of self-induced rot is a pervading belief among a large portion of the US citizenry that America itself were better off burnt to a crisp. It isn't just the Antifa or BLM rioters who lit cities on fire in 2019-2020
(2023-04-05). 'You're going to see more books get banned': Teachers describe Florida's war on public schools. therealnews.com 
(2023-04-05). The tragic U.S. choice to prioritize war over peacemakingÔøºÔøº. nationofchange.org Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. – Matthew 5: 9…
(2023-04-05). Thursday 4/6: Debunking the Parents Bill of Rights Teach-in. indybay.org Online teach-in…
(2023-04-05). Manchin Furious Over Latest Legal Setback to Mountain Valley Pipeline Project. truthout.org This story was originally published by Grist. Subscribe to its weekly newsletter here. In exchange for his help passing the most far-reaching climate law in U.S. history, Senator Joe Manchin hoped to fast-track a 303-mile natural gas pipeline that's being built in his home state of West Virginia. Those hopes were dashed yet again on Monday, when a federal appeals court ruled that the pipeline's… |
(2023-04-05). Know the signs of strep throat in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Image courtesy: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is monitoring an increase in invasive group A Streptococcus infections in children. "Group A streptococcal disease is a group of conditions caused by a bacteria called 'group A strep,'" says Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician with the Mayo Clinic Children's Center. "The one that people are probably most familiar with is strep throat. Strep throat is a relatively common infection,…
(2023-04-05). Consumer Health: Colorectal cancer — risk factors and prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the risk factors for colorectal cancer and what you can do to prevent it. Cancer in the colon and cancer in the rectum often are referred to together as colorectal cancer. Approximately 106,970 new cases of colon cancer and 46,050 new cases of rectal cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2023, according to the American Cancer Society. Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the…
(2023-04-05). Science Saturday: Understanding the speed of brain communication. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It often was thought that the speed of information transmitted among regions of the brain stabilized during early adolescence. A new study in Nature Neuroscience by Mayo Clinic researchers and colleagues from the Netherlands found transmission speeds continue to increase into early adulthood. Because problems such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorders can emerge in late adolescence and early adulthood, a better understanding of brain development may help clinicians offer therapies to treat these disorders. "A fundamental understanding…
(2023-04-05). Managing your health during Ramadan fasting. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Fasting during Ramadan involves abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset. Depending on geography and the time of year when Ramadan occurs, daily fasting can range from as little as 10 hours in the winter months to more than 17 hours during the summer. This daily fast should not have a negative effect on health for most individuals. However, even if you have a chronic condition, including coronary artery disease,…
(2023-04-05). Babesiosis and what you need to know about the 2023 tick season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An infected black-legged tick can transmit babesiosis and other infections Tick season is underway in much of the U.S. This season, another tick-borne disease is on the list of concerns. That's because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found a significant increase in reported cases of babesiosis(bah-beez-E-oh-sis) infection in eastern parts of the U.S. "Babesiosis is another tick-borne disease that we hear about, in addition to Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and others," says Dr. Bobbi…
(2023-04-05). Innovative treatments for rectal cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic has been taking care of patients with rectal cancer for more than 100 years, dating back to the Mayo brothers. Even at that time, doctors were innovative with their approach to the care of patients with rectal cancer. That continues today as Mayo Clinic offers the latest in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon, explains some of the surgical treatment options being offered. Watch: Dr. Eric…
(2023-04-05). Women in science: Q&A with Martha Grogan, M.D. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Martha Grogan March is Women's History Month and an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in science and research. Women make up just 33% of the world's researchers, according to the United Nations. That's changing according to Felicity Enders, Ph.D., director of the Office of Research Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. As is their role in the field. Today, there are "more women not only entering the field but also moving into leadership," she says. Among them…
(2023-04-05). Latest Ruling Against ACA Could Lead to Thousands of New HIV Infections Per Year. truthout.org The passage of Obamacare — formally, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) — in 2010 meant that that most private insurance plans were required to cover recommended preventive care services without making patients bear some of the cost. Since then, the ACA, or parts of it, have been legally challenged nearly 2,000 times. In the most recent litigation, Braidwood Management v. Becerra… |
(2023-04-05). Trans Day of Visibility Rally in San Jose. indybay.org March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility every year. This year the group "Queer Trans Youth Assemble" called for student walkouts and rallies nationwide. Dozens of locations across the US saw actions in solidarity. In San Jose, Silicon Valley Pride organized a rally with music, singalongs, speakers, and lots of youth power and creativity.
(2023-04-05). Thursday 4/13: No Dumping Radioactive Water Into The Pacific No Restarting Nukes In Japan. indybay.org San Francisco Japanese Consulate | 275 Battery/California St. | San Franciscco…
(2023-04-05). UN and Orthodox Prelates Condemn Zelensky's Moves to Evict Monks, Seize Churches in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Corporations finance Myanmar coup regime's war on the people. greenleft.org.au Burmese/Myanma democracy activists are stepping up their campaign to pressure the United States to impose sanctions to stop North American oil and gas companies from financing the Myanmar military's war against the people, reports Peter Boyle.
(2023-04-05). Video: Sydney construction workers march through city. greenleft.org.au Construction workers demanding protection from silicosis and calling on Labor governments to keep their promises to remove anti-union laws took to Sydney streets in their thousands. Peter Boyle reports.
(2023-04-05). Sunday 4/2: Nuclear-armed imperialists face off: Don't stand aside! Join with others protesting. indybay.org Powell and Market cable car turnaround…
(2023-04-05). Vatican Renounces Euro-supremacist "Doctrine of Discovery" globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-05). Azeri government press praises flying of Azerbaijani flag in Iran riots. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azeri Press AgencyApril 5, 2023 Azerbaijani flag raised in Iranian cities Protests continued in Western and Eastern Azerbaijan, including Tabriz, Ardabil, Kurdistan, Mazandaran, Khuzestan, and a number of provinces. Activists hung Azerbaijan's flag in various places in Iranian cities. Participants of protests chant slogans such as "Death to the dictator!", "Death to Khamenei!", "Death to …
(2023-04-05). B61-12 nuclear sharing: Finnish flag raised at NATO Air Command HQ. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOAllied Air CommandApril 4, 2023 Finnish flag raised at NATO Air Command See: NATO's Nuclear Sharing Arrangements Headquarters Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) marked the accession of Finland to the Alliance as its 31st member in a flag-raising ceremony on 4 April, 2023. AIRCOM leadership and staff assembled at the Headquarters on Ramstein Air Base on …
(2023-04-05). Biden rhapsodizes over NATO gaining new 1,300-kilometer border with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The White HouseApril 4, 2023 Statement from President Joe Biden Welcoming Finland to NATO Today, I am proud to welcome Finland as NATO's 31st Ally. In May 2022, Finland and Sweden applied for NATO membership….Less than a year later, we are welcoming Finland as a member — the fastest ratification process in NATO's modern history. …
(2023-04-05). Incorporating non-Turkic Tajikistan: Karabakh war led to pan-Turkic stranglehold on East-West, Asia-Europe corridors. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com AzertagApril 5, 2023 Azerbaijan-Tajikistan relations occupy an important place in our country's relations with Central Asian states Azerbaijan's relations with the Central Asian countries, including the Turkic states, have seen a great revival for several years now….During the last 1-2 years, President Ilham Aliyev's consecutive visits to Central Asia, including the Turkic-speaking countries of the …
(2023-04-05). NATO's Baltic adjuncts help shepherd Georgia into bloc. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Georgian Ministry of DefenseApril 4, 2023 Lela Chikovani met the ambassadors of the Baltic countries The First Deputy Minister of Defense hosted the Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republics of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia in Georgia. Lela Chikovani thanked Edith Medne, Andrew Kalindra and Riina Kaliurand for their long-term unwavering support of Georgia's Euro-Atlantic …
(2023-04-05). NATO's biggest infrastructure investment in 30 years: U.S. Army expands base in Poland. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Polish RadioApril 5, 2023 US Army expands base in Poland's Powidz The Polish defence minister on Wednesday cut the ribbon on an expansion of the US Army base in Powidz, western Poland, and said that the military complex "will strengthen the security of Poland and the whole eastern flank of NATO." Mariusz B≈Çaszczak, who is …
(2023-04-05). Newly enlarged NATO takes on Asia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Deutsche WelleApril 5, 2023 Newly enlarged NATO talks China and Ukraine NATO foreign ministers are meeting for a second day, with talks focusing on "China's growing alignment with Russia." Finland is represented as a member for the first time after joining the military alliance on Tuesday. NATO foreign ministers…will on Wednesday discuss China's seemingly ever-closer …
(2023-04-05). Stoltenberg: Japan closest, most capable ally in NATO's expansion into Asia-Pacific. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Joint statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Yoshimasa Hayashi Minister Hayashi, Welcome to NATO Headquarters. It is great to see you again. We met not so many weeks ago in Tokyo, and it's a great pleasure and honour to welcome you here at …
(2023-04-05). Turkish official: Turkey, Northern Cyprus, Azerbaijan are one nation, three states. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azeri Press AgencyApril 5, 2023 Serdar Aktunch: Türkiye, Northern Cyprus and Azerbaijan are 3 states and one nation "Türkiye, Northern Cyprus, and Azerbaijan are 3 states and one nation," said the head of the press service of Türkiye's Ministry of Tourism and Environment Serdar Aktunch…. He called Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Northern Cyprus "3 states and …
(2023-04-05). Video: NATO headquarters hosts Asia-Pacific partners to "tackle global challenges" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 5, 2023 Secretary General welcomes Indo-Pacific partner countries to NATO HQ NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Yoshimasa Hayashi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand Nanaia Mahuta, Vice Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Do Hoon Lee, and Deputy Ambassador of Australia to NATO David Dutton …
(2023-04-05). War in Ukraine: Georgian death toll climbs to 40. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rustavi 2April 5, 2023 Two more Georgian fighters die in Ukraine Two more Georgian fighters have been killed in Ukraine. Georgians fighting in Ukraine wrote on social networks. "We have lost 2 dearest patriots. Glory to the heroes!" writes Nadim Khmaladze. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has claimed the lives of 40 Georgians since February 24, …
(2023-04-05). Israel Assaults Worshippers In Al-Aqsa Mosque, Threatens Multi-Front War. thelastamericanvagabond.com During the early hours of Wednesday morning, Israeli occupation police forces raided the al-Aqsa Mosque compound and severely beat a number of worshippers at the site. The raid was carried out in order to prevent Palestinian worshippers from remaining inside the Holy Site, at times when extremist Israeli settlers planned to storm the area. The
(2023-04-05). Why Is Israel Attacking Syria Nearly Everyday Now? thelastamericanvagabond.com Tensions continue to escalate inside Syria, following another round of unprovoked Israeli airstrikes on Monday night, which killed two civilians in Damascus. Israel has carried out four separate aerial assaults on Syria, since Thursday last week, with tensions continuing to rise as Iran vows to respond to the killing of its citizens in one of
(2023-04-05). MAGA married to the mob-ster: no divorce ever. nationofchange.org In deadly lockstep is MAGA mated,/ To rise and fall as Trump is fated.
(2023-04-05). Lucas Gage Interview — How The Two Party Illusion Maintains Division And Cultivates Hate. thelastamericanvagabond.com Joining me today is Lucas Gage, here to discuss the two party illusion (among many other things) and how this false paradigm not only maintains division among the people of the United States, but cultivates a hatred for one another based on our perceived differences. All of this is designed, as we see it, to
(2023-04-05). The Party of "Family Values" Sees No Irony in Axing Child Labor Protections. truthout.org The New York Times's recent exposé on child labor in the United States wasn't about what might be called "child labor lite": examples, say, of kids working in candy stores, logging long hours as babysitters, or getting up early to do paper-delivery rounds. Instead, it was about truly Dickensian conditions: children, many of whom were unaccompanied migrants, getting mangled while working overnight… |
(2023-04-05). The Heat: Trump Arrested in New York. america.cgtn.com 
History in the United States as Donald Trump becomes the first sitting or former president arrested on criminal charges. Donald Trump pleaded not guilty in New York today to 34 felony charges of falsifying business records and conspiracy stemming from hush-money payments to two women …
(2023-04-05). Michigan Becomes First State to Repeal Abortion Ban Post-"Roe" truthout.org On Wednesday, Michigan became the first state to formally repeal an abortion ban after the fall of Roe v. Wade. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) signed a bill on Wednesday afternoon that the state legislature passed last month, repealing crucial parts of a nearly century-old abortion ban in the state. The bill revokes the section of a 1931 abortion law that makes it a felony in nearly all cases to… |
(2023-04-05). Progressive Johnson Triumphs Against "Tough-on-Crime" Democrat in Chicago. truthout.org Progressive Brandon Johnson won the Chicago mayoral race on Tuesday, triumphing over conservative Democrat Paul Vallas in a victory that serves as a rebuke to Vallas's "tough-on-crime" platform and shows that candidates running on left-wing platforms can win. Johnson, a former labor organizer for the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU), defeated his well-financed opponent on a platform of supporting… |
(2023-04-05). Republicans File to Repeal a Tax That Only Affects the Richest 0.1 Percent. truthout.org The vast majority of the Senate Republican caucus united last week to introduce a bill that would permanently repeal the estate tax, targeting one of the few provisions in the U.S. tax code that solely affects the richest 0.1 percent of Americans. Led by Sen. John Thune (South Dakota), the top Republican on the Senate Subcommittee on Taxation and Internal Revenue Service Oversight… |
(2023-04-05). Marjorie Taylor Greene, Other Extremists Rage for Trump. splcenter.org The New York Young Republican Club (NYYRC) hosted a pro-Trump gathering headlined by Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on Tuesday in New York City, where speakers struggled to be heard over raucous counterprotesters.
(2023-04-05). US Media Claims China Ignoring US, WH Says Comms Open. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – China is rejecting top level efforts by the Biden administration to revive diplomatic dialogue, including moves to set up a new visit by Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Beijing following the uproar over the Chinese balloon incident over the continental United States, US media sources reported on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). North Carolina Democrat Swaps Parties, Giving Republicans State House Supermajority. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – North Carolina State Rep. Tricia Cotham announced on Wednesday she is changing her party affiliation from Democratic to Republican.
(2023-04-05). Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Files Paperwork to Run For President as a Democrat. sputnikglobe.com The nephew of former President John F. Kennedy and son of former senator and Presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy has filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to run for president in 2024 as a Democrat, potentially challenging Joe Biden for the party's nomination.
(2023-04-05). Russia Accuses US, EU of Lying About Sanctions Not Hampering Food Exports. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin has accused the United States, the European Union and the United Kingdom of falsely claiming that sanctions they have imposed over the Ukrainian conflict do not curb Russian exports of food and fertilizers.
(2023-04-05). Switzerland to Cap Bonus Payments to Senior Executives at Credit Suisse, UBS. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Switzerland will halve bonuses paid to senior executives at Credit Suisse or cancel them because of state aid the banks received, the Swiss Federal Council said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). UAE Calls on Israel to Halt Escalation at Al-Aqsa Mosque. sputnikglobe.com DOHA (Sputnik) – The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque in the city of Jerusalem by Israeli police, attacks on Palestinian worshipers and their detention, the UAE Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). UK Foreign Secretary Says Ukraine's NATO Bid Not Among Current Priorities. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said on Wednesday that Ukraine's accession to NATO is not a priority at the moment, deferring the issue to a later date, amid repeated calls by Ukrainian officials for the rapprochement with the alliance.
(2023-04-05). US Awards General Dynamics $27Mln Contract for M1A1 Abrams Tanks for Ukraine. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The US government has awarded General Dynamics a $27.1 million contract to build M1A1 Abrams main battle tanks for Ukraine, the Defense Department said in a press release.
(2023-04-05). Webb Telescope Discovers Oldest Known Galaxies. sputnikglobe.com The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered four of the most distant galaxies ever observed, one of which was formed just 320 million years after the Big Bang.
(2023-04-05). Big Pharma Giant Reaches 'Landmark' Settlement With Women Who Got Cancer After Using J&J Powder. sputniknews.com The long-running legal drama that pitted cancer-stricken women against one of the world's most notorious Big Pharma multinationals appears likely to reach a conclusion — if the victims are amenable.
(2023-04-05). China Launches Patrols Near Taiwan Ahead of Meeting Between McCarthy, Tsai. sputniknews.com BEIJING (Sputnik) – China has launched military patrols in two areas of the Taiwan Strait ahead of the meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Los Angeles during her transit trip to the United States, the Chinese Maritime Safety Administration in the province of Fujian said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). China Urges WTO to Examine US-Led Restrictions on Chip Exports. sputniknews.com In late March, Japan decided to restrict exports of 23 types of semiconductor-manufacturing equipment. For exports to China and other countries not on the white list, the registration procedure will become more complicated, requiring the permission of the Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Ministry.
(2023-04-05). 'Dangerous & Illegal Overreach': GOP, Allies Slam Trump's Criminal Indictment. sputniknews.com After Tuesday's arraignment of former President Donald Trump, who faces 34 felony charges of falsifying business records related to 2016 hush money payments that he denies, Republican lawmakers, political leaders and the public have been reacting to the historic indictment.
(2023-04-05). Death Toll From Earthquakes in Türkiye Reaches 50,339: Interior Ministry. sputniknews.com ANKARA (Sputnik) – The number of people killed by the devastating February earthquakes in the southeast of Türkiye has reached 50,399, Turkish Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). Dozens of Palestinians Injured in Clashes With Israeli Forces at Al-Aqsa Mosque. sputniknews.com CAIRO/GAZA (Sputnik) – Dozens of Palestinians were injured during clashes with Israeli forces at Al-Aqsa Mosque in the city of Jerusalem, Palestinian news agency WAFA reported on Tuesday, citing sources.
(2023-04-05). El Salvador President Says US Can't Use 'Democracy' as Foreign Policy After Trump Indicted. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The United States' ability to justify their foreign policy interventions as part of upholding "democracy" around the world is gone after former President Donald Trump, a Republican, is being prosecuted by a Democratic Manhattan district attorney, El Salvadorian President Nayib Bukele said in a statement.
(2023-04-05). Highlights of Donald Trump's Historic Court Appearance. sputniknews.com Former US President Donald Trump has been charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree in connection with his alleged involvement in a $130,000 hush money payment, and subsequent cover-up involving a supposed affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels, among others.
(2023-04-05). IAEA Director General to Visit Russia's Kaliningrad. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi will visit Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). Iraq's Embassy in Libya to Resume Operations After Nine Years. sputniknews.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – The Iraqi embassy in Libya will resume operations nine years after the mission was suspended, Iraqi Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Al-Sahhaf said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Israel Defense Forces Says Nine Rockets Fired at Israel From Gaza Strip, Four Intercepted. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday that a total of nine rockets were fired from the Gaza Strip at Israel overnight, four of the rockets were intercepted by air defense systems, and another four rockets landed in open areas.
(2023-04-05). Israeli Police Arrest Over 350 People at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Israeli police said on Wednesday they had arrested over 350 people, who had allegedly barricaded themselves inside the Al-Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.
(2023-04-05). Israel's Military Aircraft Striking Targets in Gaza Strip. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik/Prime) – Israeli military aircraft are striking targets in the Gaza Strip after nine rockets had been fired at Israel from the region.
(2023-04-05). Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Panama. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Panama, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Make America Greene Again. sputniknews.com Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor-Greene was shouted down by furious Democratic activists while speaking out against the indictment of former President Donald Trump in Manhattan on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Pentagon Chief Says Will Travel To Sweden Later This Month for NATO Accession Talks. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said he will visit Sweden this month for talks on the country's NATO accession plans.
(2023-04-05). Peru's Congress Votes Against Motion to Impeach President Boluarte. sputniknews.com BUENOS AIRES (Sputnik) – The Peruvian Congress on Tuesday voted against the motion to impeach incumbent President Dina Boluarte.
(2023-04-05). Russia, Sierra Leone Agree to Boost Bilateral Ties, Moscow Says. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) — Russian top diplomat Sergey Lavrov has discussed boosting cooperation in various spheres with his Sierra Leonean counterpart, David Francis, during a phone call, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Sweden Arrests Five With Daesh Links for Terror Plotting Tied to Quran-Burning. sputniknews.com The very same day the high-profile arrests were made, a Swedish court ruled that the Quran-burning protests are protected by the country's constitution and that the security concerns, with which the police justified its subsequent ban, were not enough to limit the right to demonstrate.
(2023-04-05). Three People Killed, at Least One Injured in Shootout in Ecuador's Prison. sputniknews.com MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) – Three people have been killed, and at least one sustained injuries in a shootout between inmates in a men's prison in the Ecuadorian province of Guayas, the Ecuadorian National Service of Integral Attention to Adults Deprived of Liberty and Adolescent Offenders (SNAI), said on Tuesday.
(2023-04-05). Ukraine Completes Preparation for Counteroffensive in Zaporozhye Region, Official Says. sputniknews.com SIMFEROPOL (Sputnik) – Ukrainian troops have completed preparation for a counteroffensive in the Zaporozhye Region, having accumulated military personnel, armored vehicles and ammunition in this direction, Vladimir Rogov, a senior official of the Zaporozhye regional administration, told Sputnik on Wednesday.
(2023-04-05). Ukraine's Strike Drone Falls From Skies Near Zaporozhye NPP. sputniknews.com ENERGODAR (Sputnik) – An Ukrainian unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UAV), which was manufactured in Poland, has fallen in the vicinity of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), a commander of the Russian unit ensuring the safety of the plant has told Sputnik.
(2023-04-05). US Pulls Philippines Into NATO's Geopolitical Confrontation Versus China. sputniknews.com In April, US military units could be deployed to new Philippine-owned bases. An expanded US military presence in the Philippines would allow the US to respond to the situation around Taiwan from the south. The US threatens peace and stability in the South China Sea, which China finds unacceptable.
(2023-04-05). Trump's First Day in Court as Criminal Defendant: Here's the Lowdown. sputniknews.com On April 4, Trump was arraigned in court after a Manhattan grand jury indicted him on 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree in connection to his alleged involvement in a hush money payment and subsequent cover-up linked to a purported affair with adult film actress Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential elections.
(2023-04-05). Zelensky Reportedly Arrives in Poland. sputniknews.com WARSAW (Sputnik) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Poland to meet with the country's leadership, Polish broadcaster reported on Wednesday, citing sources.
(2023-04-05). Contra la inflación: Declaración de la Cumbre de Presidentes de América Latina y el Caribe. cubadebate.cu "Nos reunimos el 5 de abril de 2023 a iniciativa de México para encontrar soluciones conjuntas frente a las presiones de precios y la carestía presentes en la región, así como para fortalecer la integración y el comercio regional", señala la declaración oficial de la Cumbre de Presidentes de América Latina y el Caribe. Reproducimos el texto.
(2023-04-05). De Irak a Cuba: De la propaganda de guerra al periodismo subvencionado (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El pasado febrero, un periodista de News Nation era arrestado, cuando cubría la rueda de prensa del gobernador de Ohio, sobre el incendio de un tren con químicos peligrosos. Imaginen los titulares si el incendio ocurrido en la base petrolífera de Matanzas se hubiera tapado durante varios días. De esa manipulación mediática a conveniencia se trata este material.
(2023-04-05). Armada estadounidense ampliará su trabajo con herramientas no tripuladas y de inteligencia artificial. cubadebate.cu La Marina de Estados Unidos ampliará su trabajo con herramientas no tripuladas y de inteligencia artificial a la 4 ™ Flota de ese país, tras el éxito de la Task Force 59 en Oriente Medio. El secretario de la Armada y el jefe de operaciones navales anunciaron la expansión a América Central y del Sur durante la conferencia anual Sea Air Space de la Liga Naval.
(2023-04-05). Díaz-Canel se pronuncia a favor de facilitar el comercio en Cumbre de Presidentes de América Latina y Caribe. cubadebate.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, intervino hoy en la Cumbre de Presidentes de América Latina y Caribe. El mandatario se pronunció a favor de facilitar y ampliar el intercambio de bienes, eliminar aranceles y otras barreras no arancelarias, entre otras cuestiones.
(2023-04-05). El Ministerio de Economía y Planificación aprobó hoy 213 nuevos actores económicos (+ PDF). cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Economía y Planificación aprobó hoy 213 nuevos actores económicos. Así lo dio a conocer la entidad a través de su canal en Telegram. De estos nuevos actores, 208 son mipymes privadas, cuatro estatales y una cooperativa no agropecuaria, que deben generar nuevos puestos de trabajo en la economía nacional.
(2023-04-05). Real Madrid goleó al Barcelona y es finalista de la Copa del Rey. cubadebate.cu El Real Madrid goleó a domicilio al Barcelona en la vuelta de la semifinal de la Copa del Rey (4-0) y ya es finalista del torneo donde enfrentará al Osasuna, que ayer despachó al Athletic Bilbao.
(2023-04-05). Acontecimientos que sucedieron esta semana que no nos contaron y por qué. cubadebate.cu
(2023-04-05). From Teacher & Union Organizer to Mayor: Brandon Johnson Wins Chicago Race in Upset Victory. democracynow.org 
We get an update on a major victory for progressives in Chicago's mayoral race, where union organizer and former teacher Brandon Johnson narrowly defeated Paul Vallas in a runoff election Tuesday. Johnson called for community investment, while Vallas, who was backed by the police union, focused his campaign on crime. "Now comes the difficult part of governance," says Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, who is in Chicago and notes Johnson faces a hostile police force and skepticism from the city's business community.
(2023-04-05). Donald Trump Charged with 34 Felonies; He Intensifies Attacks on Judge, DA & Their Families. democracynow.org 
Donald Trump has been formally charged with 34 felonies in an indictment unsealed on Tuesday. After surrendering to authorities at a New York courthouse, Trump was placed under arrest and fingerprinted. He then appeared in a courtroom, where he pleaded not guilty to all 34 counts of falsifying business records in connection to hush-money payments he paid out during the 2016 presidential campaign. Trump is the first U.S. president to ever be charged with a crime. For more on the charges levied against Trump and their significance, we speak to Bobbi Sternheim, a criminal defense lawyer who has tried several high-pr…
(2023-04-05). Headlines for April 5, 2023. democracynow.org Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Counts Before Lashing Out at DA Bragg, Judge on His Case, Teachers' Union Leader Brandon Johnson Defeats Corporate Candidate to Become Next Mayor of Chicago, Liberal Judge Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Race in Major Victory for Voting and Abortion Rights, Israeli Forces Violently Attack Al-Aqsa Worshipers, Arrest Hundreds During Ramadan Prayers, Colombia Tops List of Deadliest Country for Human Rights Activists, Massive Blaze at Bangladesh Clothing Market Burns Down 3,000 Shops, Anger and Mourning After 13 Women and Children Killed in Pakistan Food Distribution Stampede,…
(2023-04-05). Progressive Judge Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Seat "In the Most Important Election of 2023" democracynow.org 
Democrat-backed Judge Janet Protasiewicz won a high-stakes Wisconsin Supreme Court race Tuesday, giving liberals a majority on the court for the first time since 2008 and renewing hopes the state's abortion ban can be reversed. Protasiewicz's rival, former Justice Dan Kelly, had support from Republicans and anti-abortion groups. The Wisconsin Supreme Court is also likely to weigh in on gerrymandering and voting access, with the potential to impact national elections for Congress and president. We get an update from John Nichols, national affairs correspondent for The Nation, who joins us from Madison,…
(2023-04-05). Ralph Nader: Trump Arrest Was "Massively Overdue" After Turning White House into a "Daily Crime Scene" democracynow.org 
As we cover the historic arraignment of former President Donald Trump, we look at the crimes for which he has not been charged. We speak with Ralph Nader, longtime consumer advocate, corporate critic and former presidential candidate. Nader says that though "all presidents violate laws," Trump has "taken it to a new and diverse height."…
(2023-04-05). Tennessee Republicans Move to Expel 3 Democratic Lawmakers for Supporting Student-Led Gun Protests. democracynow.org 
As students across the United States today join a nationwide school walkout to demand lawmakers take action on gun control, we go to Tennessee, where Republicans are trying to expel three Democratic lawmakers for supporting student-led gun control protests at the state Capitol after last week's school shooting in Nashville. "We're demanding that lawmakers hear that we can't be ignored anymore," says Ezri Tyler, a student at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and a national organizer for March for Our Lives. "This is authoritarianism," Tennessee state Representative Justin…
(2023-04-05). The Collapse of the War System Is Not Outpacing the Collapse of the Earth's Climate and Ecosystems. davidswanson.org
(2023-04-05). Israel's new far-right government: Analysis. bdsmovement.net 
(2023-04-05). Israel imprisons over 1,000 Palestinians without charge or trial. electronicintifada.net Veteran hunger striker has refused food for 60 days.
(2023-04-05). Kiev uses potential of Western intelligence in plotting terror attacks in Russia — Putin. tass.com The head of state noted terror attacks against officials and members of law enforcement, journalists, public figures and school and college instructors and demanded to ensure the utmost security of the new regions' residents…
(2023-04-05). Russian Security Council lays out goals for ensuring security in new regions. tass.com According to Nikolay Patrushev, law enforcement agencies have been ordered to "take effective measures to rigorously enforce the principle of the inevitability of punishment for violating laws"
(2023-04-05). Extra anti-sabotage measures to be taken in Russia's new regions. tass.com "Any attempt to destabilize the socio-political situation and undermine the constitutional order will be severely intercepted in accordance with Russian legislation," Nikolay Patrushev said…
(2023-04-05). FESCO notes cargo shipping growth between Vietnam, Russia. tass.com It is reported that the number of cargo shipments to Russia from Vietnam is steadily growing…
(2023-04-05). Putin notes results of joint work of Russia, Belarus in economic area. tass.com It is noted that Russian-Belarusian trade increased by 12% over the past year and it's "impressive" in absolute terms…
(2023-04-05). Putin, Lukashenko note positive aspects of sanctions. tass.com "Prices are going down," the Russian leader said…
(2023-04-05). Bulgaria bans access for ships certified by Russian register. tass.com It is highlighted that the prohibition of access is introduced on the basis of EU regulations…
(2023-04-05). Forbes adds six Russians to its list of billionaires. tass.com Among them is Andrey Krivenko, the founder of the Vkusvill retail chain, with a fortune of $2.1 billion…
(2023-04-05). Ukrainian aircraft crashes in Russia's Bryansk Region, pilot detained — FSB. tass.com The press service clarified that the foreigner was under investigation, which would result in a procedural ruling…
(2023-04-05). Assault rifle, bulletproof vest found on Ukrainian pilot crashed in Bryansk Region. tass.com The crash caused no injuries or damage on the ground…
(2023-04-05). Ukrainian pilot detained in Bryansk Region was guided via communication devices. tass.com The pilot, who landed near the settlement of Butovsk, was spotted by local residents, who contacted security agencies…
(2023-04-05). Russia, Belarus will endure Western pressure, won't collapse — Lukashenko. tass.com "And those who hope, or proposed to us, or forecast that we would collapse – we haven't collapsed at all," the Belarusian leader said…
(2023-04-05). Russia, US are in hot phase of war — Lavrov. tass.com The top diplomat stressed that Ukrainian Nazis are fighting mostly with US weapons…
(2023-04-05). Ukrainian families being torn apart in Europe, mothers turn to Russia for help — envoy. tass.com "The problem has reached such proportions that Ukrainian mothers, who have lost all hope of getting justice, flood social networks with messages and ask us for help," Nebenzya said…
(2023-04-05). Kiev's arms suppliers blame Russia for situation with children in Ukraine — UN envoy. tass.com Vasily Nebenzya said that Western countries are trying to accuse Moscow of "abducting" minors from Ukraine…
(2023-04-05). Russian defenses deeply layered across entire frontline — DPR Head Advisor. tass.com Gagin specified that up to four lines of defense have been constructed on some directions…
(2023-04-05). ICC statements about forced evacuations of children from Donbass are wrong — DPR official. tass.com DPR Commissioner Darya Morozova said that "the ICC has discredited its professional competence and fully exposed its bias"
(2023-04-05). Russian authorities took exhaustive measures to ensure security of children — ombudsman. tass.com Morozova underscored that the decision on evacuation, made by DPR authorities on February 18, 2022, was the only possible amid the escalation…
(2023-04-05). Putin signs decree on holding World Youth Festival in 2024. tass.com The President approved the composition of the organizing committee for the preparation of the event…
(2023-04-05). Russian human rights commissioner urged to help exchange two priests jailed in Ukraine. tass.com The document states that the clergymen have suffered torture and that their lives and health are in danger…
(2023-04-05). No formal requests for return of children received from Ukraine — Russian commissioner. tass.com Lvova-Belova pointed out that to date, 16 Ukrainian children are staying in children's health camps in Crimea and the Krasnodar Region…
(2023-04-05). Russian football maintains contact with UEFA, FIFA — statement. tass.com The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) barred Russian clubs and teams on February 28, 2022 from participating in international competitions due to the situation around Ukraine…
(2023-04-05). Frequent meetings with Putin necessary due to 28 union programs, Lukashenko says. tass.com According to the President of Belarus, much remains to be done within the framework of the Union State…
(2023-04-05). U.S. immigration policy causes migrant deaths. workers.org 
On March 30, Mexican police arrested three officials from the National Immigration Institute and two private security guards. The arrests occurred just days after a deadly blaze at a migrant detention facility in Ciudad Juárez. One of the incarcerated migrants, who has been accused of starting the fire, has also . . . |
(2023-04-05). Accidente de tren deja un muerto en Países Bajos. telesurtv.net El accidente ocurrió debido a una colisión entre un tren de pasajeros y otro de mercancías.
(2023-04-05). Al menos 23 muertos por inundaciones en Somalia. telesurtv.net Según, La Oficina de las Naciones Unidas para la Coordinación de Asuntos Humanitarios (OCHA) cerca de 100.000 personas se han visto afectadas.
(2023-04-05). Rusia afirma tomar medidas ante expansión de la OTAN. telesurtv.net Moscú considera la incorporación de Finlandia a la OTAN como "un atentado contra los intereses nacionales y la seguridad de Rusia".
(2023-04-05). Rusia insta a flexibilizar relaciones entre Siria y Türkiye. telesurtv.net Lavrov señaló que las conversaciones entre Ankara y Damasco deben orientarse en la aspiración de "superar lo antes posible los problemas acumulados".
(2023-04-05). Presentan a Albarino como mascota para V Juegos Deportivos del ALBA. telesurtv.net Esta edición de los Juegos del ALBA se llevará a cabo del 21 al 29 de abril en Miranda, La Guaira y el distrito capitalino (Caracas, Venezuela).
(2023-04-05). Asesinan a otro líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz detalló que un grupo de hombres armados llegaron hasta un establecimiento público donde se encontraba la víctima y lo asesinaron.
(2023-04-05). Reportan siete muertos tras avalancha de nieve en India. telesurtv.net Las autoridades estiman que al menos cinco o seis automóviles, con entre 20 y 30 turistas, quedaron atrapados bajo la nieve.
(2023-04-05). México pide apoyo a China para controlar tráfico de fentanilo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado explicó que un apoyo inestimable sería compartir información sobre el tema.
(2023-04-05). Donald Trump comparece ante Corte en Nueva York, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Antes de que se efectuara la lectura de cargos, Trump había sido puesto bajo arresto y en custodia policial.
(2023-04-05). Incendio masivo destruye uno de los mayores mercados en Bangladés. telesurtv.net El incendio fue controlado a las 12H45 hora local (06H45 GMT) más de seis horas después de que comenzara en el mercado de Bangabazar la madrugada del martes.
(2023-04-05). China se opone a escala de la presidenta de Taiwán en EE.UU. telesurtv.net La portavoz del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores Mao Ning indicó que dichos arreglos contravienen gravemente el principio de una sola China, que es acatado por EE.UU.
(2023-04-05). Presidente Díaz-Canel expresa beneplácito a sentencia favorable a Cuba. telesurtv.net La sentencia acoge el planteamiento sostenido por la parte cubana durante el proceso y desestima la reclamación de CRF contra el Estado cubano.
(2023-04-05). Irán celebra funeral de dos asesores militares asesinados por Israel. telesurtv.net Ambos asesores perdieron la vida en un ataque israelí lanzado el pasado viernes contra zonas aledañas de Damasco (capital siria).
(2023-04-05). OMS alerta sobre creciente problema de la infertilidad. telesurtv.net A pesar de la magnitud del problema, las soluciones para la prevención, el diagnóstico y el tratamiento de la infertilidad siguen estando insuficientemente financiadas y son inaccesibles para muchos.
(2023-04-05). Congreso rechaza debatir vacancia contra presidenta de Perú. telesurtv.net La iniciativa fue presentada por bancadas de izquierda y acusan a la mandataria Dina Boluarte por permanente incapacidad moral.
(2023-04-05). Acusada del atentado en San Petersburgo recibe sentencia. telesurtv.net Ante un tribunal de Moscú, Vladlén Tatarsk, presunta autora del crimen escuchó la sentencia en su contra: dos meses de prisión preventiva.
(2023-04-05). Aumenta a 30 cifra de muertos por deslizamiento de tierra en Alausí, Ecuador. telesurtv.net El desastre dejó además al menos 61 personas desaparecidas, mientras 32 fueron rescatadas, de acuerdo con cifras oficiales.
(2023-04-05). Denuncian intención de destruir iglesia ortodoxa en Ucrania. telesurtv.net Templos regidos por la Iglesia Ortodoxa Ucraniana viven escenas de tensión por la operación militar especial de Rusia.
(2023-04-05). Senado de Chile votará polémica "ley del gatillo fácil" telesurtv.net La ley es apoyada por la derecha y rechazada por otros sectores; así como por organizaciones defensoras de los DD.HH..
(2023-04-05). Sismo de magnitud 6,6 sacude la costa este de Filipinas. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de Filipinas no han informado de posibles víctimas o daños materiales; pero se emitió alerta de tsunami.
(2023-04-05). Ataque israelí a mezquita de Al-Aqsa deja al menos 300 heridos. telesurtv.net Este mes los musulmanes celebran el Ramadán y se encontraban rezando en la mezquita que estaba llena de mujeres, niños y personas mayores…
(2023-04-05). Continúa alerta naranja por volcán Nevado del Ruiz en Colombia. telesurtv.net El director de Geoamenazas del SGC, John Makario Londoño, refirió que el volcán continúa con una inestabilidad importante en la actividad sísmica.
(2023-04-05). Cuba envía condolencias a Somalia tras afectaciones por lluvias. telesurtv.net Más de 20 muertos han sido registrados como consecuencia de las fuertes lluvias e inundaciones.
(2023-04-05). Registran sismo de magnitud 6,7 en Panamá. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico ocurrió a las 17H18 (hora local) a unos 10 kilómetros (km) de profundidad.
(2023-04-05). Instalan I Reunión de Comisión Mixta Venezuela – Guinea Bissau. telesurtv.net El diplomático venezolano recordó que el próximo 6 de abril se cumplirán 17 años del establecimiento de las relaciones diplomáticas.
(2023-04-05). Indigenous Anti-Mining Activist Found Slain in Mexico. latinorebels.com An Indigenous anti-mining activist has been killed in western Mexico, authorities confirmed Tuesday. The killing of Eustacio Alcalá comes just over two months after two other anti-mining activists disappeared near where his body was found.
(2023-04-05). Beneath the Trump Circus, American Democracy faces up to a vital Challenge. juancole.com 
By Emma Shortis, RMIT University | — Former US President Donald J Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts in New York. In the words of Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg, Trump is accused of making "34 false statements", themselves "made to cover up other crimes". Those crimes include a "conspiracy to promote a …
(2023-04-05). Marvin Haynes' Family and Supporters Demand His Release from Prison. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-04-05). Chicago State University faculty and staff strike against low pay and high workloads. wsws.org More than 160 faculty and staff at Chicago State University (CSU) went on strike Monday against low pay and high workloads, as administrators remained firm in their resolve to make workers pay for decades of budget cuts at public universities throughout the state.
(2023-04-05). Australian parliamentary report urges boost to war powers. wsws.org This report is another warning that the Labor government is preparing to join an aggressive US-led war against China, and regardless of even pretences of adhering to international law.
(2023-04-05). Former German foreign minister Joschka Fischer declares Ukraine War is "Global power struggle for future world order" wsws.org In a recent article, Fischer, a leading member of Germany's Greens, says what the Ukraine war is really about: the imperialist domination of the United States and the major European powers over Russia, China and the "global South."
(2023-04-05). Australian Labor government's claim it cannot free Assange is a lie. wsws.org Australian governments, including the current Labor administration, have repeatedly exercised their legal and diplomatic powers to secure the release of citizens facing persecution abroad.
(2023-04-05). The mass protests in Israel and the "left-anti-Semitism" witch-hunt. wsws.org The political lie of the unchallenged universal legitimacy of the state of Israel has suffered a devastating exposure with the mass protest movement of Jewish Israelis against the far-right government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2023-04-05). UK Royal Mail postal workers speak on their forming a rank-and-file committee. wsws.org "It was good to learn about the struggles of workers in France and of postal workers in Germany and Australia. Workers are faced with the same problems and are in the same fight."
(2023-04-05). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 2. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe.
(2023-04-05). University of Michigan graduate student strike continues after judge denies injunction. wsws.org This denial of a preliminary injunction is by no means a victory for the striking graduate students, who should place no faith in the bourgeois legal system.
(2023-04-05). What the merger of CP Rail and Kansas City Southern means for North American rail workers. wsws.org CPKC will operate nearly 33,000 kilometres of rail and employ approximately 20,000 people across one of the world's largest free-trade zones under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
(2023-04-05). Trump arraignment: A degraded political spectacle that covers up his real crimes. wsws.org The Democrats have engineered the indictment of Trump on a sex scandal while downplaying his real crimes against democratic rights and democracy itself.
(2023-04-05). Mexican president snubs immigrants in wake of deadly detention center fire. wsws.org AMLO has deployed the Mexican military to serve in effect as an auxiliary of US imperialism and its US border police.
(2023-04-05). Michigan's school buildings: Neglected and unfunded. wsws.org With time running out to spend the federal funds provided under the pandemic CARES Act, Michigan schools require billions more.
(2023-04-05). The pathetic farce of Mélenchon's aborted "march on the Elysée Palace" wsws.org The pseudo-left's latest phony act of "opposition" to Macron ended in a few Stalinist legislators hand-delivering a letter to Macron begging him to withdraw his attack on pensions.
(2023-04-05). Teamsters bureaucracy offers hot air to UPS workers at contract rallies. wsws.org There is serious concern by the union bureaucracy, which has spent decades giving up one concession after another, that it could lose control of a restive and angry rank and file.
(2023-04-05). French rail workers denounce Macron and his fraudulent "mediation" with the unions. wsws.org Amid growing anger with Macron's dictatorial imposition of pension cuts, WSWS journalists interviewed railworkers in Paris about the call to bring down Macron via a general strike.
(2023-04-05). Pro-war Social Democrat-led government paves way for right-wing victory in Finnish elections. wsws.org Two days after the victory of the conservative National Coalition Party in Sunday's election set the stage for a sharp shift to the right in domestic politics, Finland formally joined NATO Tuesday in a vast escalation of the US-NATO war on Russia.
(2023-04-05). Jacobin, DSA promote fraud of "reformed" UAW administration after bargaining convention. wsws.org The DSA is working to provide a counterfeit "left" cover for the nationalist, pro-capitalist perspective which the UAW bureaucracy bases itself on.
(2023-04-05). LO tacitly backs French unions' call for "mediation" to strangle fight against Macron. wsws.org As the conflict between workers and the French capitalist state mounts, Lutte ouvrière is backing the union bureaucracies' moves to block a struggle to bring down Macron.
(2023-04-05). Sarah Polley's Women Talking: What made the appalling sexual abuse possible? wsws.org In 2011, seven men were convicted of drugging and raping more than 130 women and children between 2005 and 2009. An eighth man was later convicted of supplying the drugs.
(2023-04-05). Leon Trotsky and the Struggle for Socialism in the Twenty-first Century. wsws.org Leon Trotsky was the most significant figure in the history of socialism during the first four decades of the twentieth century, and his legacy remains the critical and indispensable theoretical and political foundation of the ongoing contemporary struggle for the victory of world socialism.
(2023-04-05). Friday 3/31: Practical Anarchy and Gardens of the Mind. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave | Berkeley CA…
(2023-04-05). ICE Has Quietly Been Forcing Schools and Abortion Clinics to Share Private Data. truthout.org Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have requested information from news organizations, elementary schools and abortion clinics, according to documents received by Wired. The agency has also demanded data from major tech firms, money transfer services, telecommunications companies, and utility companies by issuing administrative subpoenas known as 1509 custom summonses. |
(2023-04-04). Imagine if All Officials Were Interrogated by Reporters Like This. orinocotribune.com
(2023-04-04). Peru: Autopsies Find Police & Army Bullets in Corpses of 30 Demonstrators. orinocotribune.com 
At least 30 Peruvian demonstrators killed during ongoing protests in Peru were murdered by live ammunition fired by police officers and soldiers. In total, 67 deaths have been reported during months of demonstrations following the ouster and imprisonment of democratically elected President Pedro Castillo in December, 2022. Of these, 49 demonstrators were reportedly killed by police and military gunfire. | By killing demonstrators with live ammunition, officials certainly violated the operating protocols of the Peruvian police, according to which they are prohibited from shooting at protesters except in the case o…
(2023-04-04). Rights groups express concern over proposed anti-terrorism bill in Sri Lanka. peoplesdispatch.org Sri Lanka's latest anti-terror legislation gives greater powers to law enforcement agencies, which human rights groups fear will be used to suppress the democratic rights of citizens…
(2023-04-04). Reporters Without Borders barred from visiting Julian Assange. peoplesdispatch.org Two leaders from NGO Reporters Without Borders (RSF) were barred from visiting imprisoned journalist Julian Assange on April 4 in Belmarsh Prison. RSF Secretary-General Christophe Deloire and Director of Operations Rebecca Vincent were not able to carry out their visit with Assange, a visit which had taken months to secure. Belmarsh Prison Governor Jenny Louis denied their visit at the last minute because she had "received intelligence" that the two were journalists. | "We followed all of the prison's procedures and rules. We arrived early with all documents. But we were told at reception that we would not be all…
(2023-04-04). Massive rallies across Portugal demand affordable and dignified housing. peoplesdispatch.org 
Housing rights groups and left-wing parties in Portugal have been calling on the government to institute rent caps and fund social housing. They have also opposed the housing program introduced by the government…
(2023-04-04). The Third Issue of the Public Diplomacy Journal under the Brand of the Meeting Russia Program. russiancouncil.ru The Public Initiative "Creative Diplomacy" presents the third issue of their Public Diplomacy Journal for Young Leaders "Meeting Russia"
(2023-04-04). The Revolution Against Shady Landlords Has Begun. scheerpost.com 
(2023-04-04). States Try to Obscure Execution Details as Drugmakers Hinder Lethal Injection. scheerpost.com 
By Renuka Rayasam/ Kaiser Health News In 2011, Jeffrey Motts was executed in South Carolina. More than a decade later, the state hasn't carried out another execution because officials have struggled to obtain the drugs needed for lethal injection. Now, to resume executions, lawmakers are debating a bill that would further shroud the state's lethal injection …
(2023-04-04). Migrant Deaths in Mexico Put Spotlight on US Policy That Shifted Immigration Enforcement South. scheerpost.com 
(2023-04-04). German Leftist Lawmaker Says US Soldiers and Nukes Must Leave Her Country. scheerpost.com 
On the floor of Germany's parliament, Left Party MP Sevim Dağdelen called for the c. 38,000 US soldiers in her country to leave, and to take their nuclear weapons with them. She lamented that Washington "doesn't actually want allies, just loyal vassals".
(2023-04-04). Documents Reveal Oil Giant Shell Knew About Climate Impacts Even Earlier. scheerpost.com 
"Despite internal awareness, the company systematically downplayed the problem to the public, instead promoting more and more fossil fuel use despite the dangers," said one expert. "Now, five decades later, Shell continues to dawdle and delay."
(2023-04-04). 'People Are Going to Die': Florida Senate Republicans Pass Abortion Ban. scheerpost.com 
"This is a devastating day for our state and freedoms," said one Democratic Florida state lawmaker. "This six-week abortion ban is deeply unpopular, dangerous, and un-American."
(2023-04-04). Why I Pay Little Attention To Explosions And Military Porn. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Yesterday, one of our friends, Andrew, provided a link to a wonderful discussion between Col. Macgregor and LTC. Shaffer:
(2023-04-04). Chinese peace negotiations in Eurasia are gaining ground. journal-neo.org 
(2023-04-04). Trump's Arrest a Message to Israel and the Neocons. journal-neo.org 
(2023-04-04). Yoon Suk-yeol's Visit to Japan. journal-neo.org 
Yoon Suk-yeol, the current president of South Korea, has consistently expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral ties with Japan, in contrast to his predecessor, Moon Jae-in. Yoon has said that both nations should abide by the spirit of the Japan—South Korea Joint Declaration of 1998 issued by Japanese Prime Minister Keiz≈ç Obuchi and South Korean […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ
(2023-04-04). Anonymity Online: Is It Possible to Not Leave a Trace? strategic-culture.org Given that close monitoring online (online surveillance) now begins at an early age, digital hygiene should be well taken care of ever since one's childhood. | There seems to be an illusion with the inexperienced internet users that only some individuals are being closely monitored and secretly 'surveilled' online. An ordinary user tends to think that to secretly monitor and listen to an unsuspecting online user is too costly and complicated and that one particular individual, he or she i.e. a simple user, is not particularly interesting to anybody to be listened to or closely monitored at all. | But the facts ha…
(2023-04-04). Congress Has Been Captured by the Arms Industry. strategic-culture.org By William D. HARTUNG | On March 13th, the Pentagon rolled out its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The results were — or at least should have been — stunning, even by the standards of a department that's used to getting what it wants when it wants it. | The new Pentagon budget would come in at
(2023-04-04). Remembering the Iraq Invasion. strategic-culture.org 
Twenty years ago, the United States supported by some if its allies, launched the invasion of Iraq. It invaded a sovereign country under a false pretext and unleashed almost two decades of armed conflict, which claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. | (Click on the image to enlarge)…
(2023-04-04). The Tragedy of U.S. Diplomacy Pushing for War, but Never Peace. strategic-culture.org In a brilliant op-ed published in the New York Times, the Quincy Institute's Trita Parsi explained how China, with help from Iraq, was able to mediate and resolve the deeply-rooted conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia, whereas the United States was in no position to do so after siding with the Saudi kingdom against Iran for decades. The title of Parsi's article, "The U.S. Is Not an Indispensable Peacemaker,"refers to former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's use of the term "indispensable nation" to describe the U.S. role in…
(2023-04-04). Mexico prepares for Spring Break. america.cgtn.com 
With the spring break holidays upon us, many U.S. holiday-makers will be traveling to Mexico to enjoy the sunshine. However, a worsening situation with violence is making many consider their options.
(2023-04-04). The French People Battle Pension Reform In Paris. popularresistance.org This second, and last, term of presidency for Emmanuel Macron has been highlighted with increased police violence. The French parliament passed a bill making it obligatory to declare every demonstration to the authorities. Declared demonstrations, for the most part, do not face police violence. | Yet, last month demonstrators of all ages were on the streets of France every day, rioting and expressing their anger at the decisions of president Macron. These spontaneous non-declared demonstrations are being targeted by police. The latest incidents in Saint Soline on March 25, demonstrate how police are dealing with…
(2023-04-04). Liberals: Burn the Place Down! americanthinker.com Our liberal friends and their devoted activists will keep doing their best to Burn the Place Down. Because that is the only thing they know to do.
(2023-04-04). Save Stanford: Appoint Scott Atlas or Jay Bhattacharya as President. americanthinker.com Stanford University's reputation is in freefall as this once-revered university makes headlines for all the wrong reasons.
(2023-04-04). Soros's Justice in U.S. and Israel. americanthinker.com By twisting the law to indict Trump, Bragg, the radical Left, and Soros hope not only to prevent his reelection as President but also to quash growing opposition and protests by the majority of Americans.
(2023-04-04). Texas Medical Board Suspends Doctor for Choosing to Do No Harm. americanthinker.com Not only is the Texas Medical Board guilty of injustice in their sanctioning of Dr. Eric Hensen, they are also responsible for prescribing treatment that amounts to nothing less than medical malpractice.
(2023-04-04). The Nightmare of Reparations. americanthinker.com California's proposed reparations programs will be a monument to raw power, racial division, and tyranny.
(2023-04-04). A first pass at understanding the facts and allegations around Trump's arrest *UPDATED*. americanthinker.com The indictment is a case of massive overcharging and the alleged facts leave a lot to be desired.
(2023-04-04). Biden hands the Middle East to China. americanthinker.com While the United States has been hypnotized by our domestic battle of Biden versus Trump, China has made a major move in the Middle East.
(2023-04-04). Biden's shameful condemnation of Israel's democracy-enhancing judicial reform. americanthinker.com Does the US President, the leader of the Democratic Party, understand democracy in Israel and in his own country correctly?>
(2023-04-04). Cascading mistakes are destroying our nation. americanthinker.com We have replaced competence with ineptitude, truth with propaganda, and courage with cowardice.
(2023-04-04). Giorgia Meloni's government stands up for Italy's Mediterranean diet. americanthinker.com Go for it, Italy!
(2023-04-04). I didn't know that it was that easy to become a girl. americanthinker.com Today, we have a man who just celebrated 365 days of being a girl and it earned him a beer sponsorship contract.
(2023-04-04). My letter to the Minnesota official who demanded parents respect their kids' identities. americanthinker.com I'm writing to tell you that you've inspired me to change my parenting.
(2023-04-04). Time for the GOP to serve Democrats a taste of their own medicine. americanthinker.com This is an occasion for the GOP to stop being reactive to Democrat narratives, and instead become drivers of their own narrative.
(2023-04-04). What if Bush and Obama defended Trump? americanthinker.com Maybe our country could get off this roller coaster ride to perdition if the Former Presidents Club members all united.
(2023-04-04). Why Biden should follow the Gerald Ford precedent. americanthinker.com The best political and personal move for Biden would be to follow the Gerald Ford precedent and grant a full pardon to Donald Trump…
(2023-04-04). Will you like what's coming? americanthinker.com Here are a few questions to see whether you're prepared for life under permanent Democrat or Uniparty governance.
(2023-04-04). Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Has Major Ramifications for 2024 Election. truthout.org A crucial election in Wisconsin on Tuesday will decide the fate of democracy in the state and have major ramifications for the 2024 presidential election, says reporter Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones. At stake is a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a 4-3 conservative majority. Although technically nonpartisan, the election is a showdown… |
(2023-04-04). Ecuador: Rising death toll from landslides highlights mining risks. greenleft.org.au Landslides in Ecuador's Chimborazo province have left at least 28 people dead, with dozens still missing, reports Ana Zorita. Despite the region's steep topography and vulnerability to earthquakes, companies are seeking to exploit the area for large-scale copper and gold mining.
(2023-04-04). Lavrov Debunked Western Propaganda Warning About Russia's "Dependence" on China. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-04). The Shift from Pink to Green in Latin America. tomdispatch.com Gustavo Petro doesn't just want to transform his own country; he wants to change the world. The new leader of Colombia, who took office last August, is targeting what he calls his nation's "economy of death." That means pivoting away from oil, natural gas, coal, and narcotics toward more sustainable economic activities. Given that oil and coal make up half his country's exports — and Colombia is the world's leading cocaine producer — that's not going to be easy. Still, if Colombia were to undertake such a pivot, it would prove to other countries similarly addicted to such powerful substances — i…
(2023-04-04). The Black American Intelligence Report On The Rising 'No Labels' Political Organization. moguldom.com The No Labels political organization continues to grow and is wielding its power. The bi-partisan group has also gotten the backing of Black American notables. But is this a good move? Established in 2010, No Labels is a political organization supporting centrist, bi-partisan policies and politics. It is a registered non-profit and does not disclose …
(2023-04-04). LSU Champion and MVP Angel Reese on Jill Biden's Invite to Iowa: 'A Joke'. moguldom.com On April 2, the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers women's basketball team won the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship title. It was the first basketball title, men's or women's, in school history. The team bested the University of Iowa's Hawkeyes and its star player, guard Caitlin Clark. LSU's Angel Reese was named Most …
(2023-04-04). 5 Things to Know About The Mayor Race in Chicago: Is It As Simple as Black and White? moguldom.com The race for mayor of Chicago will come to a head today, April 4. The 2023 Chicago mayoral election was held on Feb. 28, but no candidate received a majority of votes in the initial round of the election. So now a runoff election will determine things. Incumbent mayor Lori Lightfoot ran for a second …
(2023-04-04). In Video: Ukrainian Commanders Forbid Evacuation Of Dead Comrades. southfront.org
(2023-04-04). Military Overview: Ukrainian Forces Retreat To Western Outskirts Of Bakhmut (Video 18+). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | New victories of the Wagner PMC are reported in the region of Bakhmut. The Armed Forces of Ukraine fail to stop Russian advance on the streets of the city and are threatened to loose control of the settlements on its outskirts. | According to Ukrainian media sources, Ukrainian forces lost control of up to 10% of the city in the past three days. The AFU were forced to withdraw beyond the Bakhmut railway station located in the western district of the city due to disru…
(2023-04-04). Military Situation In Bakhmut On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org
(2023-04-04). Military Situation In Donbass On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue in Mariinka; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Ugledar; | Russian forces took full control of AZOM industrial complex in Bakhmut; | Up to 30 Ukrainian servicemen, 1 D-20 howitzer and 2 armored vehicles were destroyed by Russian artillery on Krasniy-Liman front, according to the Russian MOD; | Up to 65 Ukrainian servicemen, 2 motor vehicles and 4 armoured vehicles wer…
(2023-04-04). Military Situation In Syria On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On April 4, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 2 times: 1 — in Latakia province, 1 — in Aleppo province; | On April 4, Ambassadors of Syria, Idris Mayya, Iraq, Qais Al-Amiri, Saudi Arabia, Abdullah al-Enezi and Iran, Ali Najafi to Oman held a quadrilateral meeting in Muscat, the capital of Oman; | On April 4, heavy clashes erupted between Turkish-backed armed groups in the city of Azaz; | On April 3, three Turkish…
(2023-04-04). Military Situation In Ukraine On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russian UAVs struck military facilities in the Odessa region. Shkolny airfield was damaged; | Russian forces destroyed two motor vehicles and two D-30 howitzers in the Kerson region; | Russian forces destroyed four armoured fighting vehicles, two motor vehicles, and one D-30 howitzer in the Donetsk region; | Russian forces destroyed three armoured vehicles, one Gvozdika howitzer, one D-30 howitzer in the Liman region; | Russian forces destroyed two armoured fighting vehicle…
(2023-04-04). Philippines Announces Locations of Four New US Bases. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size imageThree bases are in the north, facing Taiwan, and one is in the South China Sea province of Palawan | Originally published on The Philippines on Monday
(2023-04-04). Protest US-UK-NATO War Policy: April 15 in Topsham, Maine. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size imageWe are sure some of SouthFront readers may be interested in the upcoming event in Topsham | Following a great turnout in Westbrook on March 18 where we said NO to war with Russia and China (which you can read about
(2023-04-04). Russian Defence Minister Assessed Interim Results Os Military Operations In Ukraine, Describes Retaliatory Measures To NATO Threats. southfront.org 
On April 4, Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation General of the Army Sergei Shoigu held the monthly special…
(2023-04-04). UPDATED: Donald Trump Under Arrest And Awaiting Arraignment. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image,UPDATE: The Manhattan Criminal Court in New York brought criminal charges against former US President Donald Trump on 34 counts, CNN reports. The ex-president stayed in court for about two hours, during this time he was under arrest. He has pleaded not guilty to all 34 counts in the Manhattan indictment against him. Donald Trump became the first ex-president with the status of a prisoner. After he left the courtroom, the arrest was lifted. | A New York court had arrested former US President D…
(2023-04-04). What Kind of Ukraine Do We Support? southfront.org 
Illustrative Image. Source: Alexey Fedorenko/Shutterstock | Written by The slogan "Support for Ukraine" continues to bloom. Do those who promote it know that the Ukrainians were the most martyred people in Europe BEFORE the war? Because of the very person the West cherishes… President Zelensky. | In summary, here is what our media hide from us and w…
(2023-04-04). NATO Prepares For Air Battles With Russia Over Ukraine. southfront.org 
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(2023-04-04). White Supremacists, Fentanyl and Meth (OPINION). latinorebels.com While immigrants continue to be linked to the fentanyl crisis, the truth is much harder to confront for white America.
(2023-04-04). Reagan and Trump, two peas in a union-busting pod. peoplesworld.org 
The old saying "many a truth is spoken in jest" reminds me of a sign in a Paducah union hall from 1980: "A union member voting for Ronald Reagan is like a chicken voting for Col. Sanders." The same goes for Donald Trump, who despite his indictment, looks like the favorite to win next year's …
(2023-04-04). Denial of Mumia's appeal: An affront to basic justice and the law. workers.org 
Philadelphia Mumia Abu-Jamal, his family and his supporters around the world had every reason and right to hope that all their hard work would pay off in persuading Judge Lucretia Clemons from the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas to follow and apply the law, as has been done in . . . |
(2023-04-04). Inglorious Inertia: The Albanese Government and Julian Assange. dissidentvoice.org The sham that is the Assange affair, a scandal of monumental proportions connived in by the AUKUS powers, shows no signs of abating. Prior to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese assuming office in Australia, he insisted that the matter dealing with the WikiLeaks publisher would be finally resolved. It had, he asserted, been going on for …
(2023-04-04). Inglorious inertia: Albanese, Smith and Julian Assange. greenleft.org.au As with all matters regarding United States policy, Australia will, if not agree outright with Washington, adopt a non-committal position — "quiet diplomacy". Binoy Kampmark reports.
(2023-04-04). Turning tides: The US Congress and Julian Assange. greenleft.org.au In the United States, Democratic Congressperson Rashida Tlaib has urged fellow Congress members to sign a letter to US Attorney-General Merrick Garland urging him to drop the charges against Julian Assange, reports Binoy Kampmark.
(2023-04-04). Over 400 Human Rights Defenders Murdered Worldwide Last Year. popularresistance.org For the first time since such killings have been tracked, more than 400 human rights defenders were murdered worldwide last year, with nearly half of these targeted killings occurring in Colombia, a report published Tuesday revealed. | According to Front Line Defenders' annual global analysis, at least 401 human rights defenders (HRDs) in 26 countries were victims of targeted killings in 2022, up from 358 people murdered in 35 countries the previous year. | The report notes that five countries—Colombia, Ukraine, Mexico, Brazil, and Honduras—accounted for over 80% of HRD murders in 2022, with Colombia…
(2023-04-04). 'Break up Big Ag,' says Sanders after egg giant posts 718% profit increase. nationofchange.org Sanders joined Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Rep. Katie Porter, and others in questioning Cal-Maine Foods' claim that an avian flu outbreak is to blame for soaring egg prices.
(2023-04-04). Public Nuisances or Private Business? latinorebels.com Twenty-two mayors across Puerto Rico have delegated the process of declaring structures as public nuisances to a private firm, a practice that has led to many of the original property owners being deprived of fair compensation.
(2023-04-04). The U.N. Is Coming for Your Water. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-04). DeSantis Signs Permitless Carry Gun Bill Into Law During Nonpublic Ceremony. truthout.org During a private signing ceremony — and exactly one week after a mass shooting that killed three children and three adults at a school in Nashville, Tennessee — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis quietly signed a bill into law allowing state residents to carry a concealed loaded gun without a permit. The bill was signed behind closed doors — an unusual move for the governor, who typically signs bills with… |
(2023-04-04). Tennessee GOP Plans to Expel Democrats Over Peaceful Gun Reform Protests. truthout.org Republican lawmakers in the Tennessee state House of Representatives have taken steps to expel three of their Democratic colleagues after the Democrats participated in a protest for gun reform on the House floor last week. Thousands of protesters have gathered at the Tennessee capitol over the past week to demand gun reform after a Nashville school shooting killed three adults and three children… |
(2023-04-04). Trump Becomes First Ex-President to Be Indicted in US History. truthout.org On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump was formally arraigned by the Manhattan District Attorney's office in New York City, making him the first former president to be indicted in United States history. District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree, each of which is a felony offense, and conspiracy relating to those payments. |
(2023-04-04). The Second Cold War is more dangerous than the first. mronline.org 
Americans have to ask themselves: Is it worth risking nuclear war—and an apocalyptic nuclear winter—for no loftier purpose than to maintain their country's violently enforced grasp of overwhelming global power?>
(2023-04-04). The So Far Non-Existent Russian Vulkan Leaks. Craig Murray. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-04). Montana Repeals State Energy Policy As Climate Trial Nears. popularresistance.org Montana has repealed its 30-year-old energy policy — including a 2011 amendment that prioritized fossil-fuel development. The move comes as a June trial date approaches for a youth-led climate lawsuit against the state. | In the lawsuit, Held v. State of Montana, sixteen Montana children and teenagers say that by actively promoting a fossil-fuel based energy system that is dangerous to the climate, state officials are violating the "right to a clean and healthful environment" for present and future generations under the state Constitution. It is the first constitutional climate case to go to trial in the Un…
(2023-04-04). Fact Check: 21 Percent Of CEOs In Corporate America Are Psychopaths. moguldom.com Despite a world-class talent for entrepreneurship, Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs parked in the disabled parking spots, displayed low empathy and antisocial behavior and bullied his employees. He eventually got fired from his own company. Twitter owner and Tesla co-founder Elon Musk was combative with investors, the media, employees, and his social media audience. …
(2023-04-04). A Microchip Brain: Company Releases Brain Implant To Treat Depression. moguldom.com A penny-sized microchip embedded under your scalp and powered wirelessly by an external device could deliver tiny electrical pulses to the region of your brain affected by severe depression and replace conventional antidepressants, according to Los Angeles-based startup Inner Cosmos. Inner Cosmos is one of a growing number of tech companies making brain implants, but …
(2023-04-04). Russia Will Beef Up Forces in Northwest as Finland Joins NATO. news.antiwar.com Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko has said that Russia will beef up its military presence in its northwestern territory in response to Finland joining NATO. Finland's ascension into NATO will more than double the alliance's territory on the Russian border. The Russian-Finnish border is about 810 miles long and will now become more militarized. …
(2023-04-04). Two Civilians Killed in Latest Israeli Airstrikes in Syria. news.antiwar.com Israel continued its relentless bombing campaign in Syria early Tuesday morning, launching airstrikes targeting the southern suburbs of Damascus and killing two civilians, Syria's SANA news agency reported. The pro-opposition UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights also reported that two civilians were killed in the Israeli bombardment. The SOHR described the target that was hit …
(2023-04-04). CENTCOM Says US Strike Killed ISIS Leader in Syria. news.antiwar.com US Central Command (CENTCOM) has said its forces launched a "unilateral strike" in Syria on Monday and claimed it killed a senior ISIS leader. CENTCOM said the man's name was Khalid Aydd Ahmad al-Jabouri and claimed he was responsible for planning terrorist attacks in Europe and Turkey. The command said no civilians were harmed in …
(2023-04-04). Finland Formally Joins NATO, Doubling the Alliance's Border With Russia. news.antiwar.com Finland formally became the 31st member of NATO on Tuesday, officially ending the country's post-World War II policy of neutrality and raising tensions between Helsinki and Moscow. "Finland has today become a member of the defense alliance NATO. The era of military non-alignment in our history has come to an end. A new era begins," …
(2023-04-04). First Batch of Polish MiG-29 Fighter Jets Arrive in Ukraine. news.antiwar.com A Polish official said Monday that Warsaw had delivered its first batch of Soviet-made MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine. "A few MiG-29s have already been sent. They are indeed helpful to Ukraine in its defense of our collective security," said Marcin Przydacz, a Polish presidential aide, according to AFP. It's not clear how many planes Poland will provide …
(2023-04-04). Former Israeli PM Ehud Barak Admits Israel Has Nukes. news.antiwar.com On Tuesday, Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak acknowledged that Israel has nuclear weapons in a now-deleted tweet about concerns over the current Israeli government's judicial overhaul plans. Barak wrote: "In conversations between Israelis and Western diplomatic officials, there are deep concerns raised of the possibility that if the coup in Israel succeeds, a messianic …
(2023-04-04). Moscow Hosts Meeting Aimed at Syria-Turkey Normalization. news.antiwar.com The deputy foreign ministers of Syria, Turkey, Iran, and Russia wrapped up two days of talks in Moscow on Tuesday that were aimed at working toward a normalization deal between Ankara and Damascus. There's no sign a breakthrough was made, but a follow-up meeting at the foreign minister level is expected to happen soon. A …
(2023-04-04). Far-right censure motion: theatre of the grotesque staged in Spanish Congress. greenleft.org.au The Spanish far-right's latest attempt to censure prime minister Pedro Sanchez' government — with the help of a former leader of the Communist Party of Spain — has backfired, writes Dick Nichols.
(2023-04-04). Teenagers Need Heart or Lung Transplant After Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination. globalresearch.ca
(2023-04-04). Saturday 4/22: Earth Day Santa Cruz. indybay.org Downtown Santa Cruz. Free parking will be available at the County building, located at 701 Ocean St. It is a short walk across the pedestrian bridge to the event.
(2023-04-04). New China-Brazil cargo air route promotes e-commerce trade. ecns.cn A ceremony was held on Monday for the opening of a new cargo air route linking the southern Chinese metropolis Shenzhen to Sao Paulo of Brazil, which is expected to stimulate the e-commerce trade between the two countries.
(2023-04-04). 'Map of happiness' utilized in Shanghai. ecns.cn While Shanghai is often considered one of the most livable cities in China, local authorities have been working to drive further improvements using the concept of the 15-minute community life circle.
(2023-04-04). SOEs make infrastructure milestones. ecns.cn China's infrastructure construction continues to progress at a fast pace amid the nation's overall economic recovery, with State-owned enterprises playing critical roles in several massive and urgent undertakings nationwide.
(2023-04-04). Fans mourn legendary Japanese musician. ecns.cn Oscar-winning Japanese composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto died of cancer on March 28 at the age of 71, Japanese recording company Avex announced in a statement on its website on Sunday.
(2023-04-04). (2023-04-04). China may meet solar, wind goals five years earlier. ecns.cn China may reach its 2030 target for wind and solar energy development five years earlier than planned. (2023-04-04). China's rapid recovery brightens regional, global economic outlook: ADB. ecns.cn China's rapid recovery has brightened the regional and global economic outlook, according to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report released on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Revised labor rules sought as gig work rises. ecns.cn Data from a recent survey showed that a growing number of people in China are working in the gig economy, a fact that experts said underscores the dire need to overhaul labor rules to better protect these people from long, grueling work hours, inadequate social security coverage and other issues. (2023-04-04). Experts: Public mask wearing can be eased. ecns.cn Chinese health experts suggest relaxing mandatory mask wearing in public except for elderly care centers and other high-risk facilities as the global COVID-19 pandemic is nearing an end and domestic flu infections are declining. (2023-04-04). Japan's curbs on chip exports opposed. ecns.cn China expressed strong dissatisfaction on Monday over Japan's export restrictions on semiconductor manufacturing equipment, hoping Tokyo would prudently make decisions and avoid complicating mutual trust and bilateral ties. (2023-04-04). Nation boosts community life circles. ecns.cn China has heightened its efforts to provide city residents easy access to a variety of services within a 15-minute walk from home. It is expected to bolster and upgrade consumer buying while creating more jobs and improving the business environment, experts said. (2023-04-04). Pakistan to work with other SCO countries to achieve common goals: official. ecns.cn Pakistan is looking forward to working with all countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to achieve common goals, said an adviser to the Pakistani prime minister. (2023-04-04). Russian FM to meet Blinken if there is willingness from Washington: Russian UN envoy. ecns.cn Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is ready to meet U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken later this month when he travels to New York, if there is willingness from Washington, said Russian envoy here on Monday. (2023-04-04). China's Qingming Festival fuels tourism rebound, one-day trip bookings surge five-fold. ecns.cn China's tourism sector continued its strong rebound, with bookings for one-day trips during the Qingming Festival, which falls on Wednesday this year, jumping by over five-fold, data from domestic online travel agencies showed. (2023-04-04). Average temperatures in March hit record high in northern to western Japan. ecns.cn Japanese weather officials said most regions in Japan logged record-high average temperatures for March this year. (2023-04-04). Huawei plans to develop 50,000 ICT talents in South Asia. ecns.cn China's telecommunication giant Huawei plans to develop 50,000 information and communication technology (ICT) talents in South Asia in the next five years. (2023-04-04). Millenniums-old tiger-patterned ritual weapon unearthed in east China. ecns.cn Archaeologists found an extremely rare stone relic, an axe-shaped weapon used for rituals in ancient China, engraved with a tiger pattern, in Wuxi City in east China's Jiangsu Province. The relic dates back some 4,500 years. (2023-04-04). Finland to formally join NATO on April 4: president office. ecns.cn Finland will officially become the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on Tuesday, April 4, the Finnish president's office said on Monday. (2023-04-04). Northern Hemisphere sees decreasing aerosol optical depth: research. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have studied the long-term global distribution of Aerosol Optical Depth (AOD) that has great significance on air pollution control, forest fire prevention and climate research. (2023-04-04). China developing parachute system to recover reusable rocket parts. ecns.cn Chinese engineers are working on a parachute system for recovering rocket boosters and fairings during launches. (2023-04-04). Mass loss of lake-terminating glaciers in Himalayas significantly underestimated: study. ecns.cn A new study has revealed that the mass loss of 2.7 gigaton (Gt) lake-terminating glaciers in the Himalayas has been significantly underestimated from 2000 to 2020. (2023-04-04). Gagea flowers ready to welcome spring on Nalati grassland in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Gagea flowers start to bloom on Nalati grassland in northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in April. These flowers usually appear as the snow on the mountains thaws, and locals say they signal the end of winter. (2023-04-04). Return capsule of Shenzhou-14 spacecraft displayed in Xiamen. ecns.cn People view the return capsule of Shenzhou-14 manned spaceship displayed during a space science themed exhibition at the Chengyi Discovery Center in Xiamen, east China's Fujian Province, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Ma Ying-jeou visits Chongqing Urban Planning Exhibition Gallery. ecns.cn Ma Ying-jeou (front central) visits the Chongqing Urban Planning Exhibition Gallery, which demonstrates achievements of urban and rural planning, in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Spring landscape of Yellow River in Qinghai. ecns.cn Stunning spring scenery along the Yellow River with blooming apricot flowers on the banks and a snow-covered mountain at the background in Hualong Hui Autonomous County in Haidong City, northwest China's Qinghai Province, April, 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Ukraine 2014: The Tipping Point of Terror. mronline.org (2023-04-04). My feminism is Trans inclusive. mronline.org (2023-04-04). The indictment of Donald Trump: A politically bankrupt diversion. mronline.org (2023-04-04). "God's Wars" : "Looking into the Silence to Find the Answers" globalresearch.ca Beneath the "shock and awe" geopolitics of the Bush- Blair "humanitarian crusade", Felicity Arbuthnot reflects on the indescribable barbarity of the 2004 Fallujah massacre, resulting in countless deaths and destruction. | And it has happened ever since. They are killing our … (2023-04-04). New Orleans March Condemns Anti-LGBTQ Bills. popularresistance.org New Orleans, Louisiana – On Friday, March 31, hundreds marched from Washington Square Park to Jackson Square to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility. The marchers also gathered in response to nine anti-LGBTQ bills being considered by the Louisiana legislature. These bills reflect a growing crisis of targeted attacks against LGBTQ youth. | The Deadname bill, HB 81, would mandate that public school teachers misgender trans students and use their birth names. Students could appeal for their real names and pronouns to be used with a parental note, but staff would still be allowed to ignore that appeal based on "religiou… (2023-04-04). $17,000 raised in FRSO Spring Fundraising Drive. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN — In less than a week, the Freedom Road Socialist Organization's (FRSO) Spring Fundraising Drive has netted more than $17,000. FRSO aims to raise over $130,000 to hire more full-time organizers to work in our national office, grow our fund to purchase a building, and publish more revolutionary literature. | Anti-war activist Sarah Martin states, "Now is the time to dig deep and contribute to FRSO so we can continue to grow and expand our work as we build towards a new world. The future is bright!" | Local FRSO groups will be going out to members and supporters to make the Spring Fundraisin… (2023-04-04). Commentary: For Black Chicagoans, the mayoral election is about community control of the police. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – Two factors have made public safety a lynchpin issue in the upcoming mayoral election between Brandon Johnson, former teacher supported by the Chicago Teacher's Union, and Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, backed by the Fraternal Order of the Police (FOP). First is the rise in the crime rate in the city in recent years. The second, and principal, reason is the law-and-order backlash that followed the historic protests of the George Floyd Rebellion. | Groups like the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (CAARPR) are fighting to make sure that the city's supposed c… (2023-04-04). Commentary: Why Brandon is better for the people. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – On April 4, Chicago faces its most crucial mayoral election since Harold Washington ran in 1983. Brandon Johnson, Cook County commissioner, union organizer, and former public school teacher, won enough votes in the February 28 primary to move into the runoff election against Paul Vallas, an administrator with a record of privatizing school systems in Chicago, Philadelphia, New Orleans and Bridgeport. Unions, community organizations and other progressive groups have formed a coalition behind Brandon Johnson to ensure better working, living and organizing conditions for the next four years. | The mass… (2023-04-04). Students picket to demand abortion clinics on all U of MN campuses. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN — Bright yellow picket signs stood tall by University Avenue at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, as students and campus community gathered to protest outside the Donhowe building at the University of Minnesota to demand immediate action from administration to expand abortion access on campus. The action was organized by the UMN chapter of Students for a Democratic Society and co-hosted by the Minnesota Abortion Action Committee. Students chanted "Hey Gabel, what do you say? Protect abortion rights today!" calling on University President Joan Gabel to act on their demands to defend women's and re… (2023-04-04). Dallas rallies for LGBTQ rights. fightbacknews.org Dallas, TX – On Saturday, April 1, over 50 members of the LGBTQ community and their allies gathered at Dallas City Hall to protest transphobic and anti-drag legislation currently being passed by the Texas state government. Four of those bills are Senate Bill 14 which takes away trans youth's right to transition; Senate Bill 15, which bans trans athletes from participating in college sports, and Senate Bills 12 and 1601, which greatly restrict the freedom to perform in drag. | The rally called for the city of Dallas to refuse to prosecute anyone for these anti-LGBTQ laws. | The rally was called by the Freed… (2023-04-04). Milwaukee rallies for abortion access ahead of important spring ballot initiative. fightbacknews.org Milwaukee, WI – On April 1, activists, medical providers, community members and local politicians rallied in Red Arrow Park encouraging the people of Milwaukee to vote in a pivotal election for the state of Wisconsin. The community joined together, in the bitter wind, with a common goal in mind: to end the statewide ban on abortion. | Milwaukee showed up loud and proud with pickets reading, "Repeal 940.04" and "Abortion is not a crime," accompanied by live music and speakers. Local organizations provided information on how to access abortion services and the ways the people can get involved in the fight for repr… (2023-04-04). Pinellas County teachers' union rallies against right-wing attacks on public education. fightbacknews.org St. Petersburg, FL – The Pinellas Classroom Teachers Association and Pinellas Educational Support Professionals Association rallied dozens of their members, members of the community, and other supportive groups on Saturday, April 1, in response to a slew of right-wing attacks on public education in the state. | The teachers and support staff aimed the message at legislators. They demanded relief from staffing shortages, raised awareness of the impact of these attacks on their working conditions and students' learning conditions, and pushed back against the attempt to gut their union. | The rally began at the Sai… (2023-04-04). U of Washington students rally in support of Farm Workers. fightbacknews.org Seattle, WA – On Friday, March 31, Students for Farm Workers led a demonstration of more than 150 people starting from the steps of the Suzzallo Library in the middle of University of Washington-Seattle campus to the Husky Union Building. | Students for Farm Workers, SSFW, is a support group for United Farm Workers, fighting to stop the University of Washington from selling and serving mushrooms from Greenwood Mushrooms Farms in both grocery stores and dining halls. The farm, originally Ostrom Mushroom Farm, has been sued by the state for mistreatment of workers. Workers at the farm are fighting to unionize under… (2023-04-04). The first signs of an ecological class struggle in Germany. greenleft.org.au Franziska Heinisch and Julia Kaiser explain how, during the global climate strike on March 3, climate activists and public transport workers in Germany coordinated their efforts to take joint strike action in around 30 cities. (2023-04-04). Passover: Time to Bring Freedom, Equality to Israel's Palestinians. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Selected Articles: Xi-Putin Summit: Strategy Meeting for the Coming East-West War? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). As Tax Day Approaches: Is the Federal Budget Moral or Immoral? juancole.com (2023-04-04). The Right Wing Is Waging a Dirty War Against History and Education. truthout.org At the core of all authoritarian regimes is a politics of disappearance: a practice of elimination that targets the oppositional press, revolutionary ideas, perceived enemies, migrants, people of color, women and trans people, troubling knowledge and historical memories that threaten the existing racist capitalist order. In the contemporary U.S., this authoritarian politics of disappearance… | (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/15: Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Plant Sale. indybay.org Homeless Garden Project Farm | 100-198 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz… (2023-04-04). £2 million awarded for development of beta cell implant for type 1 diabetes. imperial.ac.uk (2023-04-04). Imperial launches call for next generation of women scientists from South Asia. imperial.ac.uk Imperial has launched a programme to help nurture the next generation of leading women scientists from South Asia. (2023-04-04). Ukraine attempts to legitimise pursuit of nuclear weapons through petition. infobrics.org UN refuses to call out Kiev for escalating nuclear rhetoric. (2023-04-04). Chairman Says Gazprom Close to Maximum Gas Supply to China. infobrics.org Russia's Gazprom is increasing gas supplies to China and expects soon to reach the maximum planned level through a Siberian pipeline, its chairman said, highlighting Beijing's importance as his country's top export market in the face of Western sanctions… (2023-04-04). Russia in Talks with India to Develop Northern Sea Shipping Route. infobrics.org Russia and India are looking at expanding the use of the Northern Sea shipping route that passes through the Artic and which could include the building of processing facilities, Russia's Interfax agency reported… (2023-04-04). VTB Assists Chinese Companies in Expanding Their Reach into New Markets. infobrics.org The trade and economic partnership between Russia and China present a promising outlook with significant growth potential… (2023-04-04). Brazil Presidential Advisor Met with Putin in Moscow. libya360.wordpress.com Celso Amorim, head advisor to the Brazilian Presidency, met with President Vladimir Putin for a one hour meeting during a discreet trip to Moscow last week. Amorim was received by the Secretary of the Security Council, Nikolai Patrushev, and by the Kremlin's main advisor for international affairs, Yuri Ushakov. He also had lunch with Foreign… (2023-04-04). How Russia Sees its Role in the Construction of the Multipolar World. libya360.wordpress.com Thierry Meyssan Russia has just published its "Foreign Policy Concept". After recalling its position in the world, this document describes the end of Western domination and the efforts of the United States and its allies to maintain the hegemony of Washington. It lists Moscow's interests and goals. It emphasizes the primacy of contemporary international law… (2023-04-04). Mumia Abu-Jamal's Appeal is Denied. libya360.wordpress.com Natalia Marques Mumia Abu Jamal has been unjustly held in prison for over 42 years. Abu-Jamal's bid for a new trial based on new evidence of racism and corruption within the prosecution has failed, leaving supporters with one less path for the decades-long political prisoner's freedom Despite an international, high profile campaign for his release, Mumia Abu-Jamal's… (2023-04-04). Russian Fighters Avenge Terrorist Attacks with Victories on the Donbass Front. libya360.wordpress.com On April 2, another cowardly terrorist attack killed a Russian journalist. As a result of an explosion in a café in St. Petersburg, prominent war correspondent, former fighter of the Donbass militia Vladlen Tatarsky fell victim to the assassination. The terrorist attack was carried out during his meeting with readers. The number of people wounded… (2023-04-04). The Counter-Summit for Democracy. libya360.wordpress.com On 2 April 2023, Friends of Socialist China and the International Manifesto Group co-hosted a powerful and successful Counter-Summit for Democracy, a response to the US-sponsored so-called Summit for Democracy held a few days earlier. The participants at this counter-summit exposed the hegemonic reality behind the US's talk of a 'rules-based world order'; explored alternative models… (2023-04-04). U.S. Prepares for Election Amid Undeclared Civil War. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: The war that is apparent is being waged by the state against the people. Sadly, many are so engaged in petty organizational disputes and left-vs right power struggles that they have failed to notice, let alone respond appropriately. — A.V. Observateur Continental A black plume rises as a result of a controlled detonation… (2023-04-04). U.S. Push to Strip China's Developing Country Status an Attack on Development Itself. libya360.wordpress.com Danny Haiphong Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. Credit: Xinhua On March 28, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the "PRC Is Not a Developing Country Act" by a unanimous vote of 415-0 in yet another demonstration of the solid bipartisanship that exists in the United States when it comes to containing and isolating China. Under… (2023-04-04). Western Analysts Do Not Understand Psychological War Behind Ukrainian Frontlines. libya360.wordpress.com Lucas Leiroz In order to understand the psychological level of the conflict, it is necessary to take into account who the real sides are. It is not a war between Moscow and Kiev, but between the collective West and Russia. In its psychological games, the Russian side is interested in dissuading the West, not in… (2023-04-04). What if the Protests in France Were in Cuba? libya360.wordpress.com José Manzaneda 300 demonstrations with more than three million people, 500 people arrested in a single day. If it were Cuba, Belarus or China… the headlines would be filled with terms such as "social outburst", "popular uprising", "repression", "regime"…. But since they are in France, they speak of "serious riots", in which the only people… (2023-04-04). In New York, the Wrong Workers Get the Biggest Pay Bumps. inequality.org Wall Street bonuses averaged $176,700 last year — down from 2021 but still 1,165 percent higher than in 1985. If the federal minimum wage had grown at the same rate, it would be worth $42.37, according to Institute for Policy Studies analysis. An alliance of essential workers, tenants, and union members are rallying to … (2023-04-04). Chants of 'fascists!' ring out as Tennessee GOP moves to expel Dems over gun control protest. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). Florida Democratic Leaders Arrested While Protesting 6-Week Abortion Ban. truthout.org Two Florida Democratic leaders were among the protesters arrested late Monday during a demonstration against a proposed six-week abortion ban, which the Republican-controlled state Senate passed hours earlier. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried and Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book were handcuffed and detained along with roughly a dozen other protesters who gathered and sat down in a park… | (2023-04-04). Human Flu Cases in Cambodia Not Due to Bird Flu Outbreak Viruses. jamanetwork.com Two people in Cambodia who were infected by avian influenza A(H5N1) in February, including a child who died, were the first human cases the country has seen in about 9 years. Genetic sequencing revealed that the viruses belonged to H5 clade 2.3.2.1c and are not the same as the H5 clade 2.3.4.4b viruses currently infecting birds worldwide, according to a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statement. (2023-04-04). Early Respiratory Infections Tied to Premature Death Later in Life. jamanetwork.com After adjusting for certain baseline factors, people who had lower respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia before age 2 years were almost twice as likely to die from a respiratory disease by age 73 years compared with those who were not infected as children. (2023-04-04). Addressing the Long-term Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Children and Families. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses a consensus report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) that reviews the impact of COVID-19 on the health and well-being of children and families and what needs to be done to attenuate longer-term negative effects. (2023-04-04). The Emergence of Rural Emergency Hospitals. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses the potential benefits of the rural emergency hospital model, which exclusively provides outpatient and emergency services, in rural communities faced with possible hospital closures, as well as safeguards to monitor and minimize unintended consequences. (2023-04-04). Patient Information: Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. jamanetwork.com This JAMA Patient Page describes autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, its signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. (2023-04-04). Menstrual Hygiene With Less Environmental Impact. jamanetwork.com This JAMA Insights in the Women's Health series aims to expand clinician knowledge about the safety and best practices of menstrual cup use to support patients who choose this product by discussing the advantages, insertion and removal process, and potential risks of menstrual cup use. (2023-04-04). Heterogeneous Treatment Effects of Therapeutic-Dose Heparin in Patients Hospitalized for COVID-19. jamanetwork.com This exploratory study of a multiplatform randomized trial investigating the effects of therapeutic-dose heparin in early-pandemic hospitalized COVID-19 patients describes findings from 3 statistical approaches to detecting differences of treatment effect in clinically relevant patient subgroups. (2023-04-04). Toward Personalizing Care: Assessing Heterogeneity of Treatment Effects in Randomized Trials. jamanetwork.com Clinicians know that individual patients may respond differently to a given treatment and that the overall treatment effect reported in a randomized trial of the treatment may not be directly applicable to all patients in clinical practice. Determining the treatment effect for an individual patient involves a comparison of the outcome when that patient is exposed to the treatment vs the outcome of the same patient exposed to a control treatment at the same time, a comparison impossible to make in conventional parallel-group trial designs. A practical alternative is to examine heterogeneity of (variation in) treat… (2023-04-04). Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Myocarditis—A Review. jamanetwork.com This Review summarizes current evidence regarding the diagnosis and treatment of acute myocarditis. (2023-04-04). Treatment Patterns and Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction for Low- and High-Income Patients. jamanetwork.com This serial cross-sectional cohort study compares whether treatment patterns and outcomes for patients presenting with acute myocardial infarction differ for low- vs high-income individuals across 6 countries. (2023-04-04). Do Patient Satisfaction Instruments Harm Patients and Physicians?—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply In his Letter about our recent Viewpoint, Dr Lee shares our concerns over the linkage of financial incentives for individual physicians to patient satisfaction measures such as the use of the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Provider and Systems survey (CG-CAHPS) in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Merit-Based Incentive Payment System. (2023-04-04). Mindfulness Training and Exercise and Cognitive Function in Older Adults—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply We thank Drs Salmoirago-Blotcher and Cohen for their interest in the MEDEX study, which showed that mindfulness training and/or exercise did not improve cognitive function in older adults with subjective cognitive concerns. However, we disagree with their concern that the negative findings "can be explained by…methodological limitations." (2023-04-04). Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare and 30-Day Mortality in Patients With AMI—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply As noted by Dr Roehm, Medicare Advantage health plans principally are paid via capitation payments that are adjusted for the health status of the enrolled population. A large body of research suggests that this payment system has created strong incentives for Medicare Advantage health plans to improve their coding of diagnoses in order to increase their payments. The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) estimated that Medicare Advantage risk scores in 2021 were more than 10% higher than scores for similar beneficiaries in traditional Medicare . To achieve these scores, Medicare Advantage plans r… (2023-04-04). Do Patient Satisfaction Instruments Harm Patients and Physicians? jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent Viewpoint made important points about how duress for physicians can be worsened if patient experience data are misused, but in doing it so misinterpreted or misrepresented available data. (2023-04-04). Mindfulness Training and Exercise and Cognitive Function in Older Adults. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study reported that, compared with health education, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and exercise (alone or in combination) did not improve cognitive function in older adults with self-reported cognitive concerns. These findings, in our opinion, can be explained by a number of methodological limitations. (2023-04-04). Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare and 30-Day Mortality in Patients With AMI. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study compared outcomes of 30-day mortality following myocardial infarction in patients with Medicare Advantage vs traditional Medicare. However, greater coding intensity occurs in Medicare Advantage plans, which makes reliable interpretation of outcome data difficult when comparing Medicare Advantage plans with traditional Medicare. (2023-04-04). Birth Outcomes Following ART Conception in Same-Sex Lesbian Couples vs Natural and ART Conception in Heterosexual Couples. jamanetwork.com This study uses registry data to compare birth outcomes, including birth weight, gestational age, low birth weight, and preterm delivery, in assisted reproductive technology (ART) pregnancies among same-sex lesbian couples vs natural conceptions and ART pregnancies among heterosexual couples. (2023-04-04). Disclosure of Possible Trial Termination to Participants of Interventional Clinical Trials. jamanetwork.com This study evaluates a cross-section of interventional clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov with publicly available informed consent forms along with the proportion of trials that disclosed the possibility of trial termination. (2023-04-04). Author Affiliations Omitted. jamanetwork.com In the Original Investigation titled "Effect of Direct Transportation to Thrombectomy-Capable Center vs Local Stroke Center on Neurological Outcomes in Patients With Suspected Large-Vessel Occlusion Stroke in Nonurban Areas: The RACECAT Randomized Clinical Trial," published in the May 10, 2022, issue of JAMA, 2 authors, Sà≤nia Abilleira, PhD, and Mercè Salvat-Plana, RN, were missing affiliations. Both of these authors were listed as affiliated with the Stroke Programme, Catalan Health Department, Agency for Health Quality and Assessment of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain, but should have additionally been listed a… (2023-04-04). 'NY Times' Won't Explain Why Palestinians Aren't Joining the Big Anti-Netanyahu Demonstrations in Israel. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The U.S. is trying to persuade China to commit suicide. mronline.org (2023-04-04). "Fake News" Stories Curated by the Deep State: Government Spin Doctors Control the News Cycle. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Estrategia de pinzas para impedir que Latinoamérica participe del nuevo orden mundial. globalizacion.ca La última semana se aceleraron las presiones de Washington sobre América Latina y el Caribe para que limite, suspenda o interrumpa sus vínculos con el nuevo "eje del mal" determinado por quienes detentan el poder real en Estados Unidos: | el… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council Condemns 'Illegal' Sanctions. venezuelanalysis.com Ana Gabriela Salazar, research coordinator at SURES, told Venezuelanalysis that sanctions "clearly contravene the principles of political independence and non-intervention." (2023-04-04). US Joins Civilized World: Trump's Arraignment for Electoral Corruption is just like former French President Sarkozy's. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Argentina: Crisis desgasta a la dirigencia y acerca el fin de ciclo. globalizacion.ca El reciente anuncio de Mauricio Macri que se baja de la pelea por la candidatura presidencial del Frente para el Cambio (FpC) puede ser abordado desde diferentes ópticas. Desde el punto de vista de la actual coyuntura resulta obvio que… (2023-04-04). New York Governor Backs Proposal to Gut State's Landmark Climate Law. truthout.org Climate action groups and scientists are denouncing an effort by New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul to gut the state's signature emissions reduction law — one of the most ambitious in the United States — as the governor's office claims the move is aimed at saving money for consumers and attempts to disguise it as a technical accounting change. The proposal Hochul is backing has won approval… | (2023-04-04). Hochul Is Helping Her Fossil Fuel Donors Gut Key Climate Law. levernews.com (2023-04-04). Belmarsh Warden Blocks Assange From Meeting With Representatives Of Press Freedom Organization. thedissenter.org (2023-04-04). Moscow Accuses US of Trying to Sabotage 2nd Russia—Africa Summit. orinocotribune.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has warned that Washington and its allies are attempting to disrupt the second Russia—Africa Summit by putting pressure on countries on the African continent to cancel their participation. | The senior Kremlin official stated that "the United States and its vassals" are doing everything possible to try to isolate Russia from the rest of the international community. | "In particular,… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council Condemns Use of Sanctions. orinocotribune.com The United Nations Human Rights Council approved a resolution on Monday rejecting the imposition of unilateral coercive measures—euphemistically referred to as "sanctions"—against less developed nations. | This was reported on by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil: "UN Human Rights Council adopts by majority a resolution that condemns the application and unilateral and continued execution of coercive measures as an instrument of pressure against any country, in particular against least developed countries and developing countries." | 33 votes were cast in favor, 13 against, and 1 member abstained. T… (2023-04-04). Lucretia And The Law Of Lawlessness. thiscantbehappening.net When Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Lucretia Clemons released an inmate from prison in May 2021, she clearly saw how prosecutors illegally withholding evidence of innocence caused that Philadelphia man to languish in prison for nearly 30-years on a wrongful murder conviction. As Clemons released Eric Riddick from prison on May 28, 2021, she declared … | (2023-04-04). Ecuador: Murder of Key Witness in Investigation of President Lasso, Others, Raises More Questions. cepr.net Witness Was Close Associate of Lasso's Inner Circle, Business Partners, and Campaign Donors Washington, DC — On Friday, Ecuadorian police found the body of Rubén Cherres, who had apparently been murdered, alongside three other people, in Punta Blanca, a seaside resort on the Ecuadorian coast. Authorities had been looking for Cherres since January 21, when … (2023-04-04). Israel's protest movement can't succeed without embracing Palestinian liberation. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). øHasta qué punto es peligrosa la "amistad" entre Putin y Xi? globalizacion.ca (2023-04-04). How The US Uses International Bodies To Manufacture Consent For Warfare. popularresistance.org Both the Obama and Trump administrations used alleged chemical attacks in 2013 and 2018 to justify bombing Syria. When inspectors with the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, who inspected the site of the attacks, stated that there was not evidence to prove the Syrian military was responsible, and in the case of the 2018 attack, that chemical weapons were even used, they were silenced and punished. Aaron Mate has been covering this story for several years and has testified before the United Nations Security Council three times, most recently on March 24 of this year. He speaks to Clearing the FO… (2023-04-04). Norfolk Southern's huge profits go 80 percent to top honchos' checks. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Lost decade: how Shell downplayed early warnings over climate changeÔøº. nationofchange.org Newly discovered documents from the 1970s and early '80s show that Shell knew more about the "greenhouse effect" than it let on in public. (2023-04-04). Duke University's Ploy To Ban Graduate Student Unions. popularresistance.org At colleges and universities across the country, a heated battle is playing out right now over workers' right to organize and have a say over how the institutions they keep afloat with their labor are run. From graduate student-worker unionization efforts and strikes at Temple University, the University of California, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern University, Northeastern University, the University of Chicago, and Indiana University, to faculty strikes (and near-strikes) at the University of Illinois at Chicago, The New School, Howard University, etc., to workers across the higher ed sector str… (2023-04-04). University Of Michigan Seeks Court Injunction To Stop Grad Student Strike. popularresistance.org Graduate student-workers at the University of Michigan are on strike for the second time in three years, officially hitting the picket line this week. Speaking to The Michigan Daily, Amir Fleischmann, chair of the Graduate Employees Organization (GEO) Contracts Committee, said, "Grad workers are very frustrated. They're struggling to pay rent. They're struggling to afford childcare. They lack access to gender-affirming care. And I think we're saying enough is enough. The University needs to give us a fair contract now." On top of that, the University of Michigan administration is once again seeking to weaponize t… (2023-04-04). Uganda's draconian new anti-LGBTQ law includes life in prison and the death penalty. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). The Tragic U.S. Choice to Prioritize War Over Peacemaking. juancole.com (2023-04-04). What's the problem with pensions? mronline.org (2023-04-04). Sunday 4/30: Voices of Palestinian Resistance: Commemorating 75 Years of Nakba. indybay.org Sydney Goldstein Theater, San Francisco (near Civic Center BART)… (2023-04-04). Trump Campaign Uses Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories to Fundraise Off Indictment. truthout.org Donald Trump and his campaign are leveraging misinformation and anti-Jewish conspiracy theories to turn the media circus around the former president's indictment in New York into a cash cow. The indictment stems from hush money allegedly paid to porn icon and sex work activist Stormy Daniels and potentially one other woman. At an arraignment in Manhattan on Tuesday, a judge announced that Trump… | (2023-04-04). The Heat: Trump Faces Charges in New York. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-04). Netanyahu's Power Grab Shatters Myth Of A United, Democratic Israel. popularresistance.org A few observations on things surrounding the issue of Israel. For reasons that are hard to understand at this point, the rapprochement between Iran and Saudi Arabia has had very little mention in the Israeli press. Considering its importance and potential impact on the region, it is difficult to see how Israel is hardly moved by this development. There was an expectation that Saudi Arabia would normalize relations with Israel. However, now the kingdom not only has not done so, but they are also building bridges with Iran, Israel's biggest nemesis. It is a slap in the face of the U.S. and Israel and may soon be se… (2023-04-04). Psychotronic and Electromagnetic Weapons: Remote Control of the Human Nervous System. globalresearch.ca Note to readers: please click the share buttons above | This incisive article by Mojmir Babajek predicted more than 10 years ago, what is happening today, namely the development of informational weapons and the remote control of the human brain. | It … (2023-04-04). Report Back on Community Self-Defense Action in Sainte-Catherine. itsgoingdown.org Report on recent community mobilization in defense of a drag event in so-called Montreal. Originally posted to Montreal Antifascists. The drag artist Barbada de Barbades was invited by the municipality of Sainte-Catherine, on Montréal's south shore, to host a drag queen story hour on April 2, 2023, for twenty interested families from the area, the… (2023-04-04). Uruguay — El gobierno de los escándalos de Luis Lacalle. globalizacion.ca A esta altura del gobierno derechista liderado por Luis Lacalle, el adjetivo que mejor lo describe es "escandaloso". Por donde se lo mire y cada vez en mayor cantidad y magnitud se destapan situaciones que revisten gravedad. Mucho se debate,… (2023-04-04). NYU drops bogus charges against graduate student worker. electronicintifada.net Naye Idriss, who was charged with vandalism and bigotry for writing on binned Israeli mail bag, is rehired with back pay. (2023-04-04). Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Youth Near Al-Aqsa Mosque on 2nd Friday of Ramadan. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). 'Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict'—book bridges divide between Marxists and Christians. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Peruvian Legislators Present Impeachment Motion Against Boluarte. popularresistance.org On Thursday March 30, Peruvian legislators from the parliamentary benches of progressive Free Peru, Democratic Peru and Democratic Change-Together for Peru political parties presented in Congress a vacancy motion against the de-facto President Dina Boluarte for "permanent moral incapacity" to continue in office. | The left-wing legislators condemned Boluarte for unleashing brutal police and military repression against peaceful protesters during the past four months of protests against her government. The legislators pointed out that at least 49 protesters have been killed in these months at the hands of public se… (2023-04-04). Fourth Israeli airstrike inside Syria in less than a week kills two civilians. peoplesdispatch.org The Syrian Foreign Ministry has recently stated that the repeated Israeli airstrikes inside its territory were coordinated with extremist forces in the country that are fighting the government… (2023-04-04). Israeli cabinet approves controversial plan for a new security force. peoplesdispatch.org The approval comes even as existing Israeli security forces continue their killing spree against Palestinians with two more killed in the occupied territories over the weekend… (2023-04-04). Israeli Supreme Court rules against eviction of Palestinian family in East Jerusalem. peoplesdispatch.org Jewish settler groups have been trying to expel the Palestinian Sumarin family from their home in the town of Silwan in occupied East Jerusalem for over 30 years… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council condemns impact of unilateral sanctions. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-04). Revival of Iran-Saudi Arabia ties may have an impact on the wider West Asian region. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). Environmental Modification Techniques (ENMOD) and the Turkey-Syria Earthquake: An Expert Investigation is Required. globalresearch.ca The media categorized the initial earthquake (February 6, 2023) "as the most powerful in the region in at least a century". That is an understatement. In regards to Southern Anatolia, it is the largest earthquake in more than seven centuries. (2023-04-04). Lying about Lying: Why We Must Revisit the Definition of 'Fake News'. mintpressnews.com The phrase 'fake news' continues to be deployed routinely in US politics. In a polarized political atmosphere, both Republicans and Democrats distrust media organizations affiliated with opposing parties. This means that most of what is uttered or written by CNN is 'fake news' for Republicans, and much of what appears in Republicans-affiliated media is 'fake news' for Democrats. | The phrase is now so prevalent and has multiple meanings to the point that it is impossible to agree on a common definition. Even 'fact checking' organizations or news desks contribute to the troubling phenomenon of 'fake news' by selec… (2023-04-04). To Protect Trans Youth, We Must Organize Ourselves. popularresistance.org To the organizers of yesterday's march, and to trans youth everywhere: thank you for fighting. No one should have to fight for their very existence, but your example reminds us that there is a joyous, expansive range of human experience that capitalism tries to erase and forget. Your example shows us that there is beauty to be found everywhere and in every moment of the struggle for a better world. We find in your combative example the spirit of the world we will build—free of every oppression. | We also thank our trans and queer elders. It's an incredible thing to have lived in a world so pitted against yo… (2023-04-04). Azeri president awarded "Karabakh" medal to CEO of world's deadliest drone company. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com And son-in-law of Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan, president of one nation, two state Turco-Azeristan. ==== Daily SabahApril 3, 2023 Baykar head Bayraktar meets Azerbaijan's Aliyev, awarded medal The Azerbaijani president on Monday received the head and chief technology officer (CTO) of Turkish defense company Baykar in the capital Baku. In a statement, the Azerbaijani presidency said … (2023-04-04). Envoy summoned: Azerbaijan steps up diplomatic (for now) warfare against Iran. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Trend News AgencyApril 3, 2023 Azerbaijani MFA sends response note to Iranian side The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry has sent a response note to the Iranian side, Spokesperson for the ministry Aykhan Hajizada said…. Hajizada made the remark commenting on…Iran sen[ding] a note to the ministry to take appropriate measures to prevent anti-Iranian publications and articles … (2023-04-04). NATO. 1999: 16 members. 2023: 31…32 members. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Finland joins NATO as 31st Ally Finland became NATO's newest member today (4 April 2023), upon depositing its instrument of accession to the North Atlantic Treaty with the United States at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. NATO Allies signed Finland's Accession Protocol on 5 July 2022, after which all 30 national parliaments voted … (2023-04-04). NATO upgrades new command structure in nations bordering Ukraine. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Force Integration Unit HungaryApril 4, 2023 NATO Force Integration Hungary sums up over six years under Multinational Corps Northeast [T]he handover of one NATO military organization between different higher commands is a significant event that requires careful planning and execution. On March 31, 2023, following more than six years of exercising its command function … (2023-04-04). Second front: Georgia being prodded into war with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com B92April 4, 2023 Opening a second front? Georgia is under great pressure: pushed into war with Russia Russia's intelligence chief claims the West is pushing Georgia, which borders Russia, into conflict with Moscow. According to Sergey Naryshkin, the West is doing this in order to open a second front because the war in Ukraine "is … (2023-04-04). Top NATO military headquarters inducts 31st member state. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOSupreme Headquarters Allied Powers EuropeApril 4, 2023 SHAPE welcomes its newest member — The Republic of Finland MONS, Belgium — Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) welcomed NATO's newest member, the Republic of Finland, during a ceremonial flag raising on Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2023. The event to recognise Finland as the 31st nation to join … (2023-04-04). Ukraine's FM in two-day visit at NATO HQ to plan "path to Euro-Atlantic integration" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Secretary General welcomes Foreign Minister of Ukraine to NATO NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to NATO Headquarters on Tuesday (4 April 2023), at the start of the two-day meeting of Allied Foreign Ministers. The Secretary General [said] that today's meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Commission will address … (2023-04-04). Video: Congenitally tongue-tied Blinken, Stoltenberg press-gang latest NATO satrap. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Finland officially joins Nato: As it happened VIDEO… (2023-04-04). Has The Ukraine War Allowed A Western Counter To China's Belt and Road Initiative? thelastamericanvagabond.com Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative has catapulted China into the position of a worldwide superpower, since its inception. Whilst Washington has for years scrambled to find an answer, how has the Ukraine war affected the ability of the US and its allies to combat China's rising power? Since February 24, 2022, when Russia declared its (2023-04-04). Blockbuster exposé confirms H.G. Wells' truism that "human history" is "a race between education and catastrophe."Ôøº. nationofchange.org Gayle Greene's "Immeasurable Outcomes" presents an impassioned manifesto to revive quality, democratic education that redeems college teaching and re-seeds enlightened, disaster-averting voters. (2023-04-04). Playing "Fool's Mate" on the Grand Eurasian Chessboard. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Silence As Ukraine/Israel Continue To Kill Abroad, Vinyl Chloride In Woman's Urine & The MAGA Trap. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4//23/23). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth (2023-04-04). The Buy Nothing Movement Is Restitching Our Social Fabric. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Fresh out of an abusive relationship, Andrea O'Reilly was ready to give her twin boys a new life. But facing a cost of living crisis atop a personal crisis, the prospect of buying the basics they would need — clothes, bottles, bouncers, a changing table, a baby monitor, car seats, strollers and more — was daunting. | That's when the Philadelphia mom decided to try her neighborhood Buy Nothing group, where hundreds of locals gave away and exchanged items for free. "I went to the Buy Nothing [Facebook] page and the compassion and generosity of everyone was amazing," says O'R… (2023-04-04). Following murder of Dr. King: Lessons of the April 1968 Black rebellions. workers.org (2023-04-04). Introducing the Republican 'Billionaires Pay Zero Tax' Act. inequality.org (2023-04-04). Wall Street bonuses decline but still dwarf worker pay increases since 2008 crashÔøº. nationofchange.org Since 2008, growth in the average Wall Street bonus has far outstripped wage growth for ordinary U.S. workers. (2023-04-04). The Rise of Inequality and Cronyism in Western Nations. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Emissions From Offshore Drilling in Gulf of Mexico Are Double Official Estimates. truthout.org Offshore oil and gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico are releasing far higher quantities of a potent greenhouse gas than regulators have estimated, according to a new study published Monday. The analysis reveals that the climate change impact of these activities is more than double what official estimates suggest. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences… | (2023-04-04). "Corporations Are Not People": Jayapal Files Bill to Reverse "Citizens United" truthout.org Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) has introduced a bill that would end corporate personhood with the goal of reversing Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the infamous Supreme Court decision that has unleashed a flood of corporate "dark money" into the U.S. election system, threatening to undermine democracy altogether. The We the People Amendment, introduced in the House with 26… | (2023-04-04). Report: Iowa GOP's Child Labor Bill Was Spearheaded by Restaurant Lobbyists. truthout.org Lobbyists and the restaurant industry are the driving force behind a proposed child labor bill that Republicans are pushing through the Iowa legislature, a new investigation has revealed, as the GOP wages an extremist push to loosen child labor regulations across the country. According to an investigation by More Perfect Union, the extremely powerful restaurant industry group the National… | (2023-04-04). Republicans Parroted Oil Lobbyist Talking Points Verbatim in Energy Bill Debate. truthout.org Last week, House Republicans passed a sweeping energy bill containing so many pro-fossil fuel provisions that climate advocates and progressives noted it may as well have been written by the industry itself — and, as a new report reveals, Republicans parroted talking points lifted verbatim from industry lobbyists as they argued for the bill. "Energy security is national security." That's a quote… | (2023-04-04). Japanese youth oppose government's military buildup in conjunction with U.S.' anti-China campaign. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Douglass Mackey Verdict Sinks 'Shitposting' Defense. splcenter.org Following four days of deliberation, a jury handed radical-right activist Douglass Mackey a guilty verdict on Friday, March 31, asserting that he interfered with the 2016 election through his infamous "Ricky Vaughn" pseudonym. (2023-04-04). 45% of Americans Support Trump Indictment, New Poll Finds. sputniknews.com A new poll by the American news outlet ABC News and Ipsos suggested that while 45% of Americans approve of Trump's indictment, a higher percentage believe the Manhattan District Attorney's indictment of the former president is politically motivated. (2023-04-04). Australia to Ban Use of TikTok Application on All Government Devices. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus said on Tuesday that Australia will ban Chinese video-sharing app TikTok on government electronic devices, following similar measures undertaken by western countries over security concerns. (2023-04-04). Brussels to Host NATO Foreign Ministers' Meeting From April 4-5. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The North Atlantic Council's meeting at the level of foreign ministers will take place from April 4-5 at the alliance's headquarters in Brussels under the chairmanship of NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. (2023-04-04). France Facing Lack of Essential Medicines. sputniknews.com PARIS (Sputnik) – France is facing a shortage of a number of essential medicines, with the government planning to finalize a list of drugs required to be available in all pharmacies by May, French Minister of Health and Prevention Francois Braun said on Monday. (2023-04-04). Hotel Prices in Türkiye Up More Than 70% Over Past Year. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The cost of staying in Türkiye's hotels, as well as prices in cafes and restaurants, rose by 70.73% year-on-year, the data of the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK) showed on Monday. (2023-04-04). Montenegro's Ex-Economy Minister Milatovic Wins Presidency. sputniknews.com BELGRADE (Sputnik) – Former Montenegrin Economy Minister Jakov Milatovic has won the presidential election in Montenegro, following the second round of voting, according to the data from the State Election Commission (SEC). (2023-04-04). Nearly 1 in 6 People Suffer From Infertility Worldwide: WHO. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – About 17.5% of the global adult population, or nearly one in six people, suffer from infertility due to lack of effective and affordable treatment, a fresh report by the World Health Organization (WHO) showed on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). One Chinese Shipyard Now Out Produces Entire US Shipbuilding Industry, US General Says. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – China has so much more industrial shipbuilding capacity than the United States that a single one of its large shipyards already produces more ships in a year than every active shipyard in the United States combined, US Marine Corps Combatant Development Command Chief Brig. Gen. Mark Clingan said. (2023-04-04). One Killed, 30 Injured After Train Derailed in Netherlands – Video. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One person was killed and 30 others were injured after a passenger train derailed in the Netherlands, media reported on Tuesday, citing Dutch emergency services. (2023-04-04). Plans to Return Heavy Tanks Into US Land Combat Forces Could Backfire. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – "Everyone is building new systems to kill armored [formations] at a distance," Hammes said. (2023-04-04). Russian Cosmonaut Says Political Situation Not Affected Crew's Work Aboard ISS. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The current political landscape has not affected the interaction of the International Space Station's (ISS) crew, Russian cosmonaut Anna Kikina has told Sputnik. (2023-04-04). Russian, Syrian, Turkish, Iranian Deputy Foreign Ministers to Hold Talks in Moscow. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russian, Syrian, Turkish and Iranian deputy foreign ministers will hold talks in Moscow on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Two Civilians Killed in Israeli Missile Attack on Syria. sputniknews.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – Two civilians have been killed as a result of an Israeli missile attack on the outskirts of Damascus and southern Syria, the Syrian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Teacher Shot by Six-Year-Old Pupil Sues School for $40Mln, Reports Say. sputniknews.com In January, Abby Zwerner, a 25-year-old teacher at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, the fifth-most populous city in the state of Virginia, was shot by a six-year-old boy who was one of her pupils. (2023-04-04). Top Researcher Suspended From Spanish University for Work With Russian, Saudi Colleagues. sputniknews.com One of the world's most prolific scientists has been suspended without pay for 13 years over his affiliations with Russian and Saudi Arabian research institutions, according to Spanish media. (2023-04-04). Trump Says He Will Be Indicted on 33 Counts on Tuesday. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Ex-US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he will be indicted on 33 counts in a New York court on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Trump's Attorney Hopes Ex-President's Appearance at NY Court Done in 'Efficient' Way. sputniknews.com NEW YORK (Sputnik), Lenka White – Trump's legal team hopes that his appearance at a New York court is done in an efficient and standard way and will conclude within half an hour, his attorney Joe Tacopina told Sputnik. (2023-04-04). US Expects Any Future War With China Across Taiwan Strait Would be 'Quick'. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US military planners believe that any future war with China over Taiwan would start, escalate and be concluded very quickly and that it would focus on an intense exchange of missiles across the 100 mile wide Taiwan Strait, former Acting Secretary of the Army John Whitley told a Washington conference. (2023-04-04). Venezuela's Government Condemns Terrorist Attack in St. Petersburg Cafe. sputniknews.com MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) – The Venezuelan authorities on Monday condemned the terrorist attack on a cafe in Russia's St. Petersburg that killed Russian military reporter Vladlen Tatarsky, expressed their condolences to his family and other victims, and said that terrorism in any form is a serious threat to international peace and security. (2023-04-04). Who is Petteri Orpo, the Man Set to Be Finland's New PM? sputniknews.com Petteri Orpo, the winner of the Finnish election, is a fiscal conservative, who has promised to cut unemployment benefits and other welfare programs. He also ran on the pledge to reduce the public debt, allow tax cuts and boost economic growth. (2023-04-04). Esta tarde en la Mesa Redonda: Acto central por el 4 de abril. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu La Mesa Redonda retransmitirá el acto central por el 4 de abril en saludo de los aniversarios 61 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas y 62 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí. En el acto, la UJC convocó al 12mo. Congreso de la organización juvenil. (2023-04-04). La saliva, una "chivata" de lo que sucede en nuestro cuerpo. cubadebate.cu Detectar algunas enfermedades, saber si una mujer está embarazada y si es de riesgo, o medir si hay dopaje o consumo de drogas, son algunas de las cosas que se pueden detectar a través de la saliva. Podría decirse que la saliva vive pluriempleada. En este trabajo les contamos de sus ocho trabajos o funciones principales en el cuerpo humano. (2023-04-04). Vale la pena… volver a escuchar: El relevo (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Ley de la vida! El relevo es su continuidad. Sin relevo habrá perpetuación quizás del pasado, pero no habrá futuro. El relevo toca a la puerta y dice: Aquí estoy. Y hay que no solo dejarlo entrar, sino también darle las llaves de la casa. (2023-04-04). Acusada del atentado que mató a corresponsal de guerra ruso en San Petersburgo recibe sentencia. cubadebate.cu Daria Trépova, sospechosa principal del atentado en San Petersburgo que acabó con la vida del corresponsal de guerra Vladlén Tatarski, fue acusada formalmente de cometer un ataque terrorista en San Petersburgo. Durante el interrogatorio, tras su detención, la acusada admitió ante las cámaras haber entregado la estatuilla que explotó. (2023-04-04). Balance del Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios: Control de precios al centro del debate. cubadebate.cu Las palabras de orden en el tema de la política de precios debe ser enfrentamiento y exigencia aseguró Meisi Bolaños Weiss, ministra de Finanzas y Precios en el balance anual de este ministerio. (2023-04-04). Finlandia se convierte oficialmente en el miembro número 31 de la OTAN. cubadebate.cu Cabe destacar que el país nórdico tiene unos 1300 kilómetros de frontera con Rusia, lo que significa que la frontera de la OTAN con el país euroasiático pasará casi a duplicarse. En este sentido, la medida podría aumentar aún más las tensiones entre Moscú y la Alianza. (2023-04-04). Pagos electrónicos de la electricidad detenidos por avería en servidores, informa la UNE. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica informa a la población que en estos momentos los pagos electrónicos de la electricidad se encuentran detenidos debido a una avería existente en sus servidores. (2023-04-04). Presidente de Credit Suisse se disculpa ante accionistas por caída del banco suizo ante la crisis. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Credit Suisse, Axel Lehmann, se disculpó este martes ante sus accionistas por no haber podido contener la crisis que condujo a la caída del banco suizo, en medio de los lamentos y las lágrimas de los inversores que perdieron su dinero. (2023-04-04). Reportan que Trump será puesto bajo arresto y enfrentará 34 cargos. cubadebate.cu El exmandatario ya ha reaccionado a estos reportes, asegurando que se trata de una "filtración ilegal". Está previsto que el expresidente comparezca este 4 de abril ante un tribunal de Manhattan para la lectura de los cargos en su contra. (2023-04-04). Tras más de 50 años en cautiverio, la orca "Lolita" volverá a ser libre (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Lolita, la orca más anciana en cautiverio, fue sacada de su hogar en el noroeste del Pacífico cuando tenía sólo cuatro años; ahora, más de 50 años después, se está preparando para finalmente ser liberada en sus aguas nativas. Toda su vida la ha pasado siendo una atracción de acuario en Estados Unidos. (2023-04-04). Juan González on Chicago Mayoral Race: Can a Progressive, Multiracial Coalition Win? democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Debate: Will Finland's Addition to NATO Make Direct Conflict with Russia More Likely? democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Headlines for April 4, 2023. democracynow.org Donald Trump Prepares to Surrender to New York Court to Face 34 Felony Counts, Philippines Announces Locations of Four New U.S. Military Bases, Syria Says 2 Civilians Killed in Israeli Missile Attacks on Damascus , Jailed U.S. Journalist Evan Gershkovich Appeals Arrest on Spying Charges in Russia , 11 Arrested at Pro-Choice Protest as Florida Senate Approves Six-Week Abortion Ban, Nashville Students Walk Out of Classes to Demand Gun Controls, Tennessee GOP Moves to Expel 3 House Democrats Who Joined Peaceful Anti-Gun Protests, Virginia Medical Examiner: Irvo Otieno Died by Homicide Due to Asphyxiation , Justice D… (2023-04-04). History in the Making: David Cay Johnston on Why Trump's Arraignment May Renew American Democracy. democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Ari Berman on the Race That Could Decide the Fate of Democracy in Wisconsin — and the 2024 Election. democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Pyongyang Criticizes Reckless Actions of 'War Maniacs' for Military Provocations on Korean Peninsula. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). Venezuela Rejects Politicization of Human Rights by ICC Prosecutor Khan. orinocotribune.com Through an official statement on Monday, Venezuela condemned the most recent comments by International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Ahmad Khan, in which he joined a campaign to politicize the issue of human rights to the country's detriment. | "Venezuela rejects accusations by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Ahmad Khan. [These remarks] demonstrate a prejudiced vision that instrumentalizes justice and human rights for political purposes, to the detriment of the seriousness and rigor expected of that body," Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil wrote on social media. | "Once again,… (2023-04-04). Cover-up suspected in Israeli police killing of Palestinian in Jerusalem. electronicintifada.net Occupation forces killed three Palestinians in the first days of April. (2023-04-04). US reaffirms desire to extend conflict by giving more aid to Ukraine — Russian embassy. tass.com It is noted that all Western military-purpose products "will be destroyed on the battlefield" (2023-04-04). Geneva discussions on security in South Caucasus resumed after 6-month break. tass.com "We exchanged views on the necessity of the continuation of the Geneva process and the return to the regular rounds of discussions as an important factor of stability and security in the region," the South Ossetian foreign ministry said on Tuesday… (2023-04-04). MOEX index rises by 0.3%, RTS index falls by 0.54%. tass.com The dollar rose by 0.78% to 79.52 rubles, the euro – by 0.88% to 86.81 rubles… (2023-04-04). Belarusian industrial exports to Russia rises 1.5-fold over 2 months. tass.com Deputy Prime Minister of Belarus Piotr Parkhomchik said that Belarusian industrial products are also in demand in Asia and Africa… (2023-04-04). Number of people seeking medical aid after St. Petersburg cafe blast surpasses 40. tass.com It is noted that there are 42 people, including three minors, sought medical aid… (2023-04-04). Russia already developing measures reacting to Finland joining NATO — senior diplomat. tass.com Alexander Grushko stressed that any general staff in charge would consider the possibilities of implementing various development scenarios… (2023-04-04). Finland's role on global stage to diminish over accession to NATO — Russian envoy. tass.com In May 2022, Helsinki and Stockholm submitted their applications to join the US-led military bloc but the process was blocked by Turkey who demanded that the two countries designate Kurdish organizations as terrorist groups, extradite those suspected of terrorism or being involved in the 2016 coup d'etat to Ankara, and lift bans on weapons supplies to Turkey… (2023-04-04). Poland raises risk of standoff with Russia by seeking more active NATO role — diplomat. tass.com It is reported that if Poland really aspires to strengthen peace and security, then the most direct path to it, as far as nuclear weapons are concerned, is first of all, NATO's rejection of the practice of nuclear missions… (2023-04-04). Rally against arms shipments to Ukraine begins near NATO headquarters for first time. tass.com "This rally was initiated by the SOS Donbass association, which manages the #StopKillingDonbass movement. The goal of our movement is to stop the armament of Ukraine and to call for a dialogue with Moscow," SOS Donbass leader Anna Novikova told TASS… (2023-04-04). Suspension of New START opens door for Russia to ensure its own security — diplomat. tass.com On February 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia was suspending its participation in the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) but is not withdrawing from it… (2023-04-04). Broadcast of UNSC meeting on evacuation of children from Ukraine blocked by UK. tass.com According to Dmitry Polyansky, First Deputy Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN, Russian diplomats "will find a way to broadcast this meeting on other platforms" (2023-04-04). Killed military blogger Vladlen Tatarsky to be buried in Moscow April 8. tass.com The National Anti-Terrorist Committee has said that Ukraine's secret services had masterminded the attack… (2023-04-04). Ex-US President Donald Trump under arrest — CNN. tass.com It is expected that Trump will be able to leave the courthouse freely after the hearing… (2023-04-04). Russian commissioner asks CE, UN to stop eviction of UOC monks from Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. tass.com It is reported that there is the demand to do everything possible to prevent the eviction of Ukrainian Orthodox Church monks from the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra… (2023-04-04). World's governing wrestling body clears Russian athletes for int'l tournaments. tass.com President of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) Stanislav Pozdnyakov called these recommendations absolutely unacceptable as they would lead to a split in Russian sports… (2023-04-04). Germany may bid to host 2036 Summer Olympic Games — daily. tass.com Germany hosted Summer Olympic Games twice – in 1936 (Berlin) and in 1972 (Munich)… (2023-04-04). Pentagon announces new aid package for Ukraine worth $2.6 billion. tass.com The aid package will include Patriot air defense system munitions, HIMARS rockets, artillery shells, NASAMS munitions, tank shells and anti-drone gun trucks… (2023-04-04). Planning for meeting between top diplomats of Russia, Turkey, Iran, Syria to continue. tass.com Consultations between the defense ministers of Russia, Syria and Turkey took place in Moscow on December 28, 2022, as part of efforts to normalize relations between Ankara and Damascus… (2023-04-04). Russia to seek transparency in Nord Stream investigations — Deputy Foreign Minister. tass.com On September 27 last year, Nord Stream AG reported "unprecedented damage" that took place on three lines of Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines… (2023-04-04). Inviting Kiev to minister's meeting undermines NATO's solidarity — top Hungarian diplomat. tass.com Peter Szijjarto also said that he plans to warn his NATO counterparts about the need to do everything possible to avoid a direct conflict with Russia… (2023-04-04). Biden not focusing on situation around Trump — White House. tass.com According to Karine Jean-Pierre, the administration was ready for possible disturbances… (2023-04-04). Trump under arrest longer than his defense expected. tass.com This entire time Donald Trump has remained formally arrested… (2023-04-04). Trump leaves attorney's office, heads to court. tass.com He spent almost an hour in the prosecutor's office… (2023-04-04). Trump's arraignment under way in Manhattan court. tass.com The process is closed to the public… (2023-04-04). Trump leaves courtroom after arraignment — TASS correspondent. tass.com Earlier in the day, the ex-president was charged with 34 counts of forgery… (2023-04-04). Argentina rendirá homenaje a los veteranos de las Malvinas. telesurtv.net El homenaje a los Veteranos y Caídos, y a sus familiares, fue iniciado por el presidente Alberto Fernández el pasado 2 de abril de 2022. (2023-04-04). Partido GERB gana por estrecho margen comicios en Bulgaria. telesurtv.net Bulgaria se prepara para duras negociaciones en el parlamento, destinadas a formar alianzas en el recinto legislativo, tras una quinta elección no concluyente. (2023-04-04). Colombia se prepara ante posible erupción del Nevado del Ruiz. telesurtv.net El Servicio Geológico Colombiano (SGC) informó este lunes que registró 5.400 sismos y emisión de cenizas en el volcán Nevado del Ruiz. (2023-04-04). Decenas de muertos tras deslave en República Democrática del Congo. telesurtv.net Se están realizando los esfuerzos de búsqueda de posibles víctimas, por lo que se podría incrementar el número de fallecidos. (2023-04-04). Detienen a 232 personas en El Salvador por delitos sexuales. telesurtv.net Entre los capturados en el operativo identificado como Valentina hay 222 hombres y 10 mujeres. (2023-04-04). Tropas israelíes asesinan a dos jóvenes palestinos en Nablus. telesurtv.net Ahmed Jibril, director de Ambulancias y Emergencias de la Media Luna Roja en Nablus, explicó a la prensa que ambos llegaron con graves heridas a dos hospitales en la urbe, donde fallecieron. (2023-04-04). Argentina homenajea a veteranos de la guerra de las Malvinas. telesurtv.net El acto realizado en el Palacio San Martín, sede de la cancillería, fue encabezado por el ministro de Exteriores de Argentina, Santiago Cafiero. (2023-04-04). Renuncia secretario de Comunicación de la Presidencia ecuatoriana. telesurtv.net Seminario hizo el anuncio mediante un mensaje de agradecimiento en su cuenta de la red social Twitter. (2023-04-04). Anuncian inicio de operaciones aéreas entre Venezuela y Curazao. telesurtv.net Destacaron que esta apertura permitirá impulsar la economía y el intercambio con Curazao. (2023-04-04). Asciende a 40 cifra de muertos por incendio en estación migratoria de México. telesurtv.net Las autoridades mexicanas contabilizan 27 heridos, de los cuales 23 se mantienen hospitalizados. (2023-04-04). Presidentes de Siria y Argelia sostienen intercambio telefónico. telesurtv.net El presidente Al Assad acotó que ambas naciones han mantenido posiciones cercanas en varios temas. (2023-04-04). Nuevo ataque israelí con misiles deja dos muertos en Siria. telesurtv.net La mayor parte del ataque fue interceptado por las antiaéreas sirias, reveló el Ministerio de Información sirio. (2023-04-04). Fuerzas de EE.UU., Corea del Sur y Japón realizan ensayos navales. telesurtv.net El ejercicio se realizará durante el lunes y el mañana martes en aguas al sur de la isla de Jeju, situada frente a la costa suroccidental de Corea del Sur. (2023-04-04). OPEP+ confirma recorte en más de un millón de barriles diarios. telesurtv.net El Comité tomó en consideración la decisión voluntaria de Rusia, Arabia Saudita, Irak, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, Kuwait, Kazajistán, Argelia, Omán y Gabón de reducir adicionalmente su producción. (2023-04-04). Arrestan a sospechosa de perpetrar explosión en San Petersburgo. telesurtv.net Daria Trepova es sospechosa de la autoría del atentado contra el corresponsal de guerra ruso Vladlen Tatarsky. (2023-04-04). Venezuela rechaza reciente declaración del fiscal de la CPI. telesurtv.net En un comunicado emitido por la Cancillería se indicó que Venezuela ratifica que seguirá ejerciendo todas las acciones pertinentes, para divulgar la verdad y defender sus derechos como nación. (2023-04-04). ELN reitera disposición de alcanzar cese al fuego bilateral. telesurtv.net El ELN busca avanzar en los diálogos y crear un clima de garantías para la participación de la sociedad y en la formulación de las transformaciones básicas para habilitar un clima de paz. (2023-04-04). Candidato proeuropeo gana presidenciales en Montenegro. telesurtv.net El actual presidente, Milo Djukanovic, y su partido DPS fueron derrotados; pese a haber ganado la primera vuelta. (2023-04-04). Confederación indígena rechaza porte de armas en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Conaie alertó del surgimiento de grupos paramilitares y el asesinato de líderes y defensores de los derechos humanos. (2023-04-04). Egipto y Arabia Saudita profundizan relaciones históricas. telesurtv.net Ambas partes revisaron, además, temas de interés regional y común; así como vías para mejorar la cooperación conjunta. (2023-04-04). Finlandia se convertirá este martes en miembro pleno de la OTAN. telesurtv.net La ceremonia de adhesión de Finlandia coincidirá con el aniversario 74 de la fundación de la OTAN el 4 de abril de 1949. (2023-04-04). Tiroteos dejan tres muertos en barrios de Marsella, Francia. telesurtv.net En lo que va del 2023, los ajustes de cuentas con arma de fuego han provocado 13 muertos en Marsella. (2023-04-04). Docentes anuncian nuevos paros por mejora salarial en Reino Unido. telesurtv.net El ente sindical realizó el llamado tras el rechazo de la oferta salarial que incluyó un pago único de 1.000 euros este año y un aumento de 4,3 por ciento el próximo año. (2023-04-04). Bolivia mantiene reducción de casos de Covid-19 por 12 ∞ semana. telesurtv.net En la última semana se detectaron 343 nuevos casos, lo que representa una reducción del 25 por ciento. (2023-04-04). Sismo de magnitud 6.9 sacude la península de Kamchatka, Rusia. telesurtv.net El Servicio Geofísico de Rusia informó que tras el sismo en la bahía de Avacha se han registrado al menos cinco seísmos en la península de Kamchatka. (2023-04-04). Trump Is Heading to Court. Here's What to Expect. latinorebels.com Former President Donald Trump is set to appear in a Manhattan courtroom Tuesday on charges related to falsifying business records in a hush money investigation, the first president ever to be charged with a crime. Here's what to expect. (2023-04-04). How Russian and Iranian Drone Strikes further dehumanize Warfare. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Israel on Fire: A Legal Slippery Slope to National Disintegration. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Thursday 5/18: Inequality and Instability — Peace Based Approach. indybay.org Online event… (2023-04-04). War Mongering, CIA-Connected Think-Tank Calls For World War III. covertactionmagazine.com Fellows at the Atlantic Council advocate bombing and confronting Russia, while eschewing any opportunities for peace. The Atlantic Council is an American think tank, founded in 1961, which lies at the heart of what 27-year CIA veteran Ray McGovern and whistleblower termed the Military-Industrial-Congressional-Intelligence-Media-Academia-Think Tank Complex (MICIMATTC). Its close ties to the CIA were evident when its former … (2023-04-04). Illuminating Report On Veterans Administration's Staffing Shortages. popularresistance.org Today, the Veterans Healthcare Policy Institute, in association with the American Federation of Government Employees, released a comprehensive report on the urgent struggles of thousands of VA employees, and how they threaten to impede the future of America's best healthcare and benefits systems. | Entitled "Disadvantaging the VA: How VA Staff View Agency Privatization and Other Detrimental Policies," the 74-page report leans on dozens of interviews, hundreds of written comments, and thousands of survey responses, as well as Congressional testimony, federal watchdog reports, and other previous investigations. It… (2023-04-04). Macron pone a Francia al borde de una guerra civil. globalizacion.ca La ola de protestas que recorre Francia debido a la reforma a las pensiones que está haciendo el gobierno de Macron, impulsada incluso pasando por encima del Parlamento y en contra de la voluntad de la mayoría de la población… (2023-04-04). Urgent: A Bold, Just, and Effective Program to Address the Developing Country Debt Crisis. fpif.org The developing country debt problem is indeed a crisis of massive proportions. But it can also be an opportunity to remake the global economy. (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/15: What's Home? A Night of Creative Listening Across Differences. indybay.org The 418 Project | 155 S. River St., Santa Cruz… (2023-04-04). àöltima hora: "Segunda ofensiva de Rusia": Vladimir afila la cuchilla; Volodymyr engorda el ternero. globalizacion.ca (2023-04-04). Newly elected French CGT union leader rushes to prop up Macron. wsws.org The General Confederation of Labor (CGT) held its 53rd congress last week as the working class mounted a direct political struggle against President Emmanuel Macron. (2023-04-04). Mass drowning of refugees off the coast of Tunisia. wsws.org At least 29 refugees drowned off the Tunisian coast in three boat accidents last week, and another 67 people are missing, according to aid agencies. (2023-04-04). Québec Solidaire: Electoral squabbles and support for NATO's war with Russia. wsws.org Held in an explosive international context, dominated by the escalating conflict in Ukraine and a global resurgence of the class struggle, the QS National Council meeting had nothing to say on these burning issues. (2023-04-04). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Teachers in Bolivia are continuing strikes and protests over begun last month while 5,500 machinists at Spirit AeroSystems in Witchita have voted by a 99.9 percent margin to authorize strike. (2023-04-04). Rifts erupt in Australian ruling class over Voice referendum wording. wsws.org Conflicts over the wording of the constitutional amendment proposed by the Labor government and sections of the indigenous elite have the potential to produce a political crisis. (2023-04-04). Explosion in St. Petersburg café kills pro-Kremlin military blogger, wounds 32. wsws.org The explosion took place amid an ongoing insurgency in Russian-claimed territories and NATO preparations for a Ukrainian counteroffensive in the war against Russia. (2023-04-04). Stellantis cutting hundreds of jobs at Sterling Heights Assembly Plant. wsws.org The company is stepping up its campaign of economic terrorism before this summer's contract talks, provoking widespread anger among workers. (2023-04-04). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 1. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses, and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe. (2023-04-04). Vote 'No' on the SEIU Los Angeles contract! Education workers must build their own rank-and-file committees to take the struggle into their own hands! wsws.org That this deal has even been brought to a vote is a betrayal of the strike by 65,000 education which shut down the Los Angeles Unified School District for three days. (2023-04-04). WHO says that XBB.1.16 "Arcturus" is the next Omicron variant "to watch" wsws.org A new, more infectious and potentially virulent version of Omicron, XBB.1.16 has spread across 24 countries. In India where the variant has become dominant, cases are accelerating. (2023-04-04). Royal College of Nursing calls police against members. wsws.org Nursing union officials have called in police to help throttle a rank-and-file rebellion against their rotten pay-deal with the Tory government. (2023-04-04). US provided India real-time military intelligence in China border clash. wsws.org Washington is playing an ever more conspicuous and provocative role in the India-China border dispute, which has seen both countries forward deploy tens of thousands of troops, heavy artillery and fighter jets since 2020. (2023-04-04). Free Gershkovich, and stop the vicious persecution of Julian Assange. wsws.org Gershkovich, who was arrested by the Russian government, must be freed, but the campaign by the US and its allies over "press freedom" is characterized by a staggering level of hypocrisy. (2023-04-04). Postal workers at UK's Royal Mail vote to establish rank-and-file committee. wsws.org Postal workers spoke with World Socialist Web Site writers and representatives of post rank-and-file committees in Germany and Australia. (2023-04-04). Sri Lankan trade unions in high-level talks with the IMF. wsws.org The IMF meeting further exposes the transformation of the unions into open agents, not just of the Sri Lankan ruling class, but of international finance capital. (2023-04-04). Taiwan president to meet House speaker on US soil, in latest move against "one-China" policy. wsws.org In a major milestone in the US efforts to end the one-China policy and provoke a war with China over Taiwan, US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced Monday that he would meet with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen this week. (2023-04-04). Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Whistleblower Case Dismissed by Judge. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Planned Parenthood Sues Missouri AG After Being Targeted in Anti-Trans Inquiry. truthout.org On March 31, the Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri filed a lawsuit against the state's attorney general to block his requests to access HIPAA-protected health information regarding the clinic's transgender patients. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey had sent the clinic a civil investigative demand containing over 50 separate requests. In the lawsuit… | (2004-04-23). WATCH: Iran state TV apologises for airing kiss. tribune.com.pk (2004-04-23). Trump faces day in court in historic US first. tribune.com.pk (2004-04-23). Trump arrives at New York courthouse to face criminal charges. tribune.com.pk (2023-04-06). Black Alliance For Peace Launches People(s)-Centered Campaign For A Zone Of Peace In The Americas. popularresistance.org April 4, 2023—Today, the Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) will launch a collective campaign for a Zone of Peace in Our Americas with organizations throughout our region in Washington, D.C.; Havana, Cuba; and Port-au-Prince, Haiti. | The "Zone of Peace" concept emerged from the January 29, 2014, meeting of the heads of state and governments of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), all of which declared Latin America and the Caribbean should be seen and respected as a "Zone of Peace." BAP is leading an effort to activate the popular movement element of this state-centered declaration by… (2023-04-06). How The Global South Has Risen In The Face Of US Sabotage. popularresistance.org Ajamu Baraka is a former U.S. Green Party vice-presidential candidate, a longstanding political activist, and a spokesperson for the Black Alliance for Peace. He joins Lee Camp this week for an interview with "Behind the Headlines." China's rise, U.S. meddling worldwide, international resistance to Western domination, and much more are covered in the hour. | "It would be unbelievable just a few years ago to see that the Chinese are able to broker an agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia, that countries in Latin America would actually openly criticize U.S. policies," Baraka said, discussing signs that global pow… (2023-04-06). The United Nations Is Being Used In US Propaganda War Against Nicaragua. popularresistance.org While the United States pays little regard to the human rights of many of its own citizens, it manifests intense interest in those of countries that it regards as its enemies. | Nicaragua, designated by both Trump and Biden as a "strategic threat," is seen as one of those enemies. Of the countries selected for their own annual human rights assessment by the U.S. State Department, Nicaragua merited special attention in 2022, with a 43-page report compared with, for example, only a 36-page analysis of neighboring El Salvador, where 66,000 people have been subjected to mass arrests in the past year. This is part of… (2023-04-06). The US Blockade Of Cuba Is A Violation Of Democracy. popularresistance.org The only criteria to be invited to Biden's so-called Summit for Democracy on March 29 and 30 was to be a lapdog of US imperialism, not a real democracy. | Instead of uplifting true people's democracies which have dynamic, mass participation — such as those in Cuba and China — Biden's summit promoted the overthrow of these governments. | As Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said, "The US Democracy Summit was selective and virtual, as virtual as its own 'democracy,' a reflection of its own international moral isolation." (2023-04-06). Tiktok On Trial: The Latest Front In The US Tech War On China. popularresistance.org On March 23, CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee addressing concerns over the popular social media app's data collection practices and parent company ByteDance's alleged links to the Chinese government. Though TikTok is a subsidiary of ByteDance, which is based in Beijing, it operates as an independent entity. Chew has maintained the company has never shared user data with the Chinese government, and would refuse if pressed to do so. Still, the Congressional hearings amounted to nothing more than racist political theater, a McCarthyite witch trial, in which members… (2023-04-06). The Loss of Dollar Hegemony by Rod Brana. peoplesparty.org At the end of World War II, the US emerged as the only power without wholesale destruction of its cities and towns, with its manufacturing at its peak, and its infrastructure unscathed. This position of dominance was further enforced and cemented by the US dollar becoming the currency of trade and reserve that is the basis of economic activity in the world. The advantage of having the dollar, which the US could "print" (now digitize) has been huge. But, it has also been abused by generations of politicians in Washington DC, and the arrangement is starting to unravel, at an accelerating pace. | Consider the effect… (2023-04-06). Another fragmented election verdict in Bulgaria may worsen political crisis. peoplesdispatch.org The elections held in Bulgaria on April 2—the fifth in the last two years—have again resulted in a fragmented verdict as no single party or bloc managed to attain a simple majority in the 240-seat parliament, plunging the country into deeper political chaos. The polls saw a voter turnout of 40.63% as the majority of voters abstained from participating. As per the results, the conservative GERB-led coalition, led by former President Boyko Borisov, is in the front with 69 seats (2+) and 26.49% votes, while the liberal coalition of We Continue the Change (PP) and Democratic Bulgaria (DB), led by Kiril Pe… (2023-04-06). Dozens more killed defending unionist city of Las Anod from separatist Somaliland. peoplesdispatch.org Scores were killed on April 1 while defending Las Anod—the city at the heart of movement to reunify the region with Somalia—from attacks by the separatist Somaliland army… (2023-04-06). Turkey: The Fight over the Presidential Election Grows. journal-neo.org (2023-04-06). Why's the US Doing Air Strikes on Syria? journal-neo.org (2023-04-06). Canadian Tire Fire #57: RCMP Raid on Gidimt'en Checkpoint, Safe Third Country Loophole Closed, Queer and Trans Community Defense. itsgoingdown.org (2023-04-06). Canada Must Condemn, Sanction Brutal Israeli Attack on Al-Aqsa Worshippers. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-06). Merri-bek council rejects proposed development blocking neighbour's sunlight. greenleft.org.au In a win for those opposed to inappropriate development in Melbourne, Merri-bek council has rejected a proposed apartment building that would have blocked a neighbour's access to sunlight. Darren Saffin reports. (2023-04-06). Stoltenberg Says Ukraine Must Win the War to Become a NATO Member. news.antiwar.com NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Wednesday that in order for Ukraine to become a NATO member, it must prevail in its war with Russia and become more interoperable with the Western military alliance. "NATO's position is that Ukraine will become a member of the alliance, and that position has not changed. But we know that … (2023-04-06). David Brophy: 'The justifications for AUKUS are simply not convincing'. greenleft.org.au The defence minister claims the South China Sea is of vital national interest, because all trade with Japan and South Korea goes through it. David Brophy argues this is absurd, saying Canberra is spending billions of dollars to defend its trade with China — from China. (2023-04-06). French strikes and popular mobilizations continue, contesting not only retirement rollback, but also police brutality and authoritarian politics. mronline.org (2023-04-06). Selected Articles: U.S. Gun Violence During the COVID Crisis: Teenage Deaths and Injuries Increased by 64.8%. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-06). Peru announces definitive withdrawal of ambassador from Colombia. greenleft.org.au Peru withdrew its ambassador from Colombia following statements from Colombian President Gustavo Petro in support of ousted Peruvian President Pedro Castillo, reports Peoples Dispatch. (2023-04-06). CovertAction Bulletin — The Occupation Has One Face: Palestinian Reaction to Israeli Protests. covertactionmagazine.com Mass protests in Israel broke out after Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu fired his Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant. Hundreds of thousands of people demonstrated against Netanyahu's planned judicial reform—really, a legislative coup. But nowhere in the media coverage was any discussion of how the protests or the judicial reform itself would impact the Palestinian people who continue to live under Israeli occupation and terror… (2023-04-06). The Heat: Islamic State Khorasan. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-06). øCómo el uso de celulares ha cambiado el cerebro humano? cubadebate.cu La primera llamada con un teléfono móvil se hizo hace 50 años. Desde entonces, estos dispositivos se han convertido en una herramienta esencial que nos ayuda a llevar adelante nuestras vidas. øPero también alteran la forma en que funciona nuestro cerebro?. (2023-04-06). Florida: Hombre de 21 años arroja a su hijo a los caimanes, tras asesinar a la madre del niño. cubadebate.cu Un niño de dos años fue encontrado dentro de la boca de un caimán en Florida poco después de la muerte de su madre. Ahora, un miembro de su familia rompió el silencio desde que las tragedias ocurrieron. El cuerpo del niño pequeño Taylen Mosley fue encontrado dentro del reptil la semana pasada, un día después de que su madre fuera brutalmente apuñalada. (2023-04-06). Luis Robert Jr. se viraliza en redes sociales, en una de las mejores atrapadas de un "jonrón" en Grandes Ligas este año. cubadebate.cu Robert pasó a viralizarse en redes sociales luego que en el encuentro de este lunes ante San Francisco Giants le robara un jonrón a Joc Pederson, al brincar en la cerca del jardín central derecho del Guaranteed Rate Field de Chicago. El jardinero esperó el batazo de Pederson hasta último momento para abrir su guante y hacer una de las mejores atrapadas en el 2023. (2023-04-06). Ministerio de Justicia apuesta por la transformación digital para mejorar los servicios notariales y registrales. cubadebate.cu Al comentar sobre las dinámicas de los servicios notariales y registrales del sistema del Ministerio de Justicia, Olga Lidia Pérez Díaz, directora general de Notarías y Registros Públicos del MINJUS, resaltó que en los últimos tiempos se han incrementado exponencialmente los servicios notariales y también los registrales. "Creo que es la primera vez luego del triunfo revolucionario que se autorizan tantos documentos notariales", expresó. (2023-04-06). Presentador de Fox News sobre acciones de Trump: "Se ve muy mal atacar a la familia del juez" cubadebate.cu Steve Doocy, de Fox News, criticó Donald Trump por perseguir a la familia del juez que supervisa el caso penal de Trump en Manhattan. En "Fox & Friends" el miércoles por la mañana, Doocy señaló que el juez Juan Merchan le había advertido a Trump durante su comparecencia el martes que no usara las redes sociales para incitar a la violencia. (2023-04-06). SNB 62: Villa Clara vence a Ciego de àÅvila y se queda solo en la cima de la tabla. cubadebate.cu Villa Clara venció hoy 9×4 a Ciego de àÅvila en su estadio Augusto César Sandino y aprovechó la derrota de Las Tunas para quedarse solo en la cima de la 62 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, que transita por sus segundas subseries particulares.Los anaranjados del mentor Ramón Moré pegaron 14 jits y fueron comandados por Yeniet Pérez. (2023-04-06). Argentina deberá pagar 1330 millones de euros a los fondos buitres tras fallo del Tribunal de Londres. cubadebate.cu Argentina recibió este miércoles un nuevo fallo desfavorable en la justicia internacional. Esta vez por parte del Tribunal Superior de Londres, que determinó que el país deberá pagar 1330 millones de euros por el incumplimiento de los pagos de bonos atados al crecimiento económico que se emitieron en los canjes de deuda de 2005 y 2010, los famosos "Cupones PBI". (2023-04-06). Asesinato del fundador de Cash App eleva las críticas sobre la falta de seguridad en San Francisco. cubadebate.cu Bob Lee, fundador de la multimillonaria empresa tecnológica Cash App, murió el martes después de recibir varias puñaladas en el centro de la ciudad californiana, informó su familia.La Policía encontró a Lee, de 43 años, con heridas de arma blanca. Intentó salvarle la vida, pero finalmente falleció en el hospital. Hubo 56 homicidios en la ciudad en 2021 y 2022. (2023-04-06). Las 3 del día: Qué pasa con la sal, las explicaciones sobre el juicio contra Cuba en Londres y las noticias del 5 de abril (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu øQué ha pasado con la sal en Cuba? A esa pregunta responde en nuestro podcast Jorge Luis Bell àÅlvarez, director de la Empresa de la Sal (Ensal). También hablaremos de los resultados del juicio contra la República de Cuba y el Banco Nacional de Cuba en Londres y un habitual recorrido informativo por las noticias del 5 de abril. (2023-04-06). PSUV's Hugo Cabezas Captured in New Round of Corruption Arrests. orinocotribune.com A presentation hearing of 13 new detainees for corruption in the Venezuelan Corporation of Guayana and Cartones de Venezuela has been held, in which former PSUV leader Hugo Cabezas is one of the detainees. | This information was released on Wednesday, March 5, by the minister for communication and information, Freddy àëáñez, via social media. He added that Pedro Maldonado, Edgar Sánchez, and Felipe Contreras from the Corporación Venezolana de Guayana (CVG), among others, were also presented. | Hugo Cabezas served as a PSUV deputy until his appointment as president of Cartones de Venezuela, a Venezuelan state… (2023-04-06). Venezuela's Public Ministry: 51 People Detained on Corruption Charges So Far. orinocotribune.com A total of 51 people have been detained for being involved in different acts of corruption across Venezuela, reported Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek William Saab. At a press conference, Saab explained that the detainees include, but are not limited to, those related to the PDVSA-Crypto cases, the Corporación Venezolana de Guayana (CVG) case, as well as detained judges and regional/parliamentary officials. | "To date, there are 51 people who have been detained for various corruption schemes, including that of PDVSA-Crypto, CVG, and detained judges," the Attorney General announced this Wednesday, March 5. "When… (2023-04-06). Israeli police invade Al Aqsa Mosque for the second night in a row. greenleft.org.au Israeli police invaded Al Aqsa Mosque for the second day in a row, shooting tear gas and stun grenades at Palestinian worshippers inside, reports Susan Price. (2023-04-06). Putin, Lukashenko to hold meeting of Union State Supreme State Council. tass.com In particular, it is planned to make decisions on practical issues of integration cooperation… (2023-04-06). Russian, Turkish top diplomats to discuss grain deal, Ukrainian crisis. tass.com It is expected that the Russian Foreign Minister and his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu will raise "issues of ensuring the comprehensive security of Russians in Turkey" (2023-04-06). Russian cosmonauts to re-dock Soyuz MS-23 spacecraft to nodal module for safe spacewalks. tass.com Maneuver in manual mode will be performed by cosmonaut Sergei Prokopiev… (2023-04-06). China warns US, Taiwan of 'strong and resolute measures' in response to wrong action. tass.com China calls on the US to immediately "stop raising the level of relations with Taiwan, stop creating factors of tension in the Taiwan Strait, stop attempts of containing China by means of Taiwan and stop following the wrong path" (2023-04-06). Talks between top Iranian and Saudi diplomats begin in Beijing — Iranian foreign ministry. tass.com Relations between Riyadh and Tehran became strained in March 2015 after a Saudi-led coalition launched a military operation in Yemen against the Ansar Allah (Houthi) movement… (2023-04-06). Turkish presidential candidate vows to pursue policy of good-neighborliness if elected. tass.com Turkey will hold presidential and parliamentary elections on May 14… (2023-04-06). Taiwan Leader Set to Meet US House Speaker Despite China Warning. asia-pacificresearch.com (2023-04-05). The Undercover Organizers Behind America's Union Wins. popularresistance.org If you want to unionize a workplace, Will Westlake was saying, get used to unclogging the drains. At a secret off-hours gathering held in Rochester, New York, in March, the 25-year-old former barista told a few dozen labor activists that a great way to build trust with co-workers and bosses is to volunteer for thankless chores. In his case, that meant spending months at a Starbucks outside Buffalo in 2021 getting on his knees and reaching beneath the sinks to yank loose the grimy mix of mocha chips, espresso beans, congealed milk and rotten fruit that regularly stopped things up. "Be the person who's willing," We… (2023-04-05). Slinghot: Take The High Road. popularresistance.org When I ran for president of the Massachusetts Teachers Association I ran headlong into attacks about my character, my competency, and the intentions of our reform caucus. We were accused of being divisive, of being controlled by outside forces, and of cheating. | As we campaigned, we tapped into a deep vein of anger and disappointment with the former leadership. We put forward a vision of well-funded schools, autonomy in the classroom, and dignity at work. We invited each other into building a fighting union that would organize to achieve these goals. | Instead of proposing their own vision, our opponents pulled… (2023-04-05). One Person Killed, Two Injured In Vehicle Assault On Food Not Bombs. popularresistance.org Two volunteers with the mutual aid group Reno Food Not Bombs are in "critical, but stable condition" and one unhoused person, Michelle "Mama Bear," is dead after a 57 year old man, David Turner, "suddenly and inexplicably drove his car through the area where the women were standing" on Monday. All three were reportedly transported to a local hospital directly following the attack, however Michelle sadly passed away due to her injuries. According to law enforcement, Turner claimed that the attack was "intentional." As This Is Reno reported: | David Turner, 57, is facing one count of murder and two counts of attemp… (2023-04-05). 87% of service workers in the US South were injured on the job last year. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-05). Colombian President calls for agreement on ceasefire in the third round of talks with ELN. peoplesdispatch.org In response to the government's call, the ELN issued a statement and reiterated its willingness to work to reach a bilateral ceasefire with the Gustavo Petro government… (2023-04-05). Massive fire devastates popular clothing market in Bangladesh capital Dhaka. peoplesdispatch.org The fire at Banga Bazar damaged thousands of shops and covered the surrounding neighborhoods with black smoke. The cause of the fire has not yet been ascertained and no casualty has been reported… (2023-04-05). Massive rally of farmers and workers in Indian capital New Delhi. peoplesdispatch.org On Wednesday, April 5, thousands of farmers and workers from across India came to the capital New Delhi to protest the central government and its anti-farmer and anti-labor policies. The rally, organized under the banner 'Mazdoor Kisan Sangharsh Rally' was held at the Ramlila Maidan grounds. | Protesters (2023-04-05). 15 million in the US to be kicked off of public health benefits. peoplesdispatch.org As US-based news is inundated with coverage surrounding the spectacle of former president Donald Trump's arraignment, 15 million people are being quietly phased out of receiving Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) benefits, beginning April 1 and going through May and July. | As the Joe Biden administration will end the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration on May 11, starting this past weekend states have already begun to kick people off of Medicaid and CHIP. These states are all Republican Party-controlled: Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, New Hampshire, and South Dakota. | Medicaid and CHIP… (2023-04-05). In OtherWords: April 5, 2023. otherwords.org Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has stepped down, concluding a controversial third stint as leader of the iconic company with a Senate hearing on his union busting | This week in OtherWords, Sonali Kolhatkar explains Also this week, we offer a pair of op-eds about ho… (2023-04-05). Stop This Corporate Child Abuse. otherwords.org With new outrages erupting every day, I find some comfort in knowing that we the people have at least eliminated certain particularly ugly plutocratic abuses. Child labor, for example — outlawed in 1938, right? | Well, outlawed, yes; stopped, no. To be clear, there's nothing wrong with teenagers working to help their families, gain experience,… (2023-04-05). Student Debt Forgiveness Is a Win-Win for Our Country. otherwords.org The I spent over two decades paying off my federal student loans — and like a lot of people with educational debt, I paid $20,000 more than what I borrowed. Thankfully, because I work in public service, an earlier Biden initiative canceled over half of my debt, allowing me to reach the light at the end of… (2023-04-05). Howard Schultz: Union Buster in Chief. otherwords.org Outgoing Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, in a recent The conversation was meant to showcase Schultz's commitment to Starbucks coffee as he prepared to step down as CEO of the company for the third time. But it took place in Italy, prompting his interviewer to ask: Why wasn't Schultz sitting down with unionizing workers back home? (2023-04-05). Many Are Falling Short Chasing the American Dream. otherwords.org Most of us have been given the same life directives: go to college, get a good job, get married, have kids, retire. As a former alumni adviser for high school grads, I can assure you that narrative is alive and well. | We get this plan from well-meaning people who love us, often long before we can form a definition of what happiness means to us. There's nothing wrong with these goals, of course. But they may not be for everyone — and in our unequal society, pursuing them can be a big risk that doesn't always pay off. | For my part, I thought following these steps was a direct route to the American Dream. (2023-04-05). Cartoon: Dante's Inferno, War Crimes Edition. otherwords.org (2023-04-05). Second "Summit for Democracy" journal-neo.org (2023-04-05). The West's Denial Strategy and the Surfacing Multipolar World. journal-neo.org (2023-04-05). Detroit Activists Battle Bailiffs in Defense of the Tiny Home of Taura Brown. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Un cuento de hadas, los autos eléctricos. globalizacion.ca (2023-04-05). Britain: Corbyn's ban 'a disgraceful attack on democracy'. greenleft.org.au In a move that has been condemmed as deceitful and undemocratic, the British Labour Party's National Executive Committee (NEC) voted on March 29 to bar former leader Jeremy Corbyn from standing as a Labour candidate in the 2024 general election, reports Alex Salmon. (2023-04-05). America's Broken Windows. americanthinker.com Little crimes lead to bigger crimes, both in a big city and in our nation as a whole. (2023-04-05). Ready Yourself for the 2024 Storms. americanthinker.com The end of the Marxist-infiltrated Progressive Era isn't happening with a whimper, but with bangs. (2023-04-05). Republicans Need a Tech Manhattan Project. americanthinker.com Republicans are burdened with obsolete infrastructure in both national voter integrity organizations and national party apparatus, that desperately fears change. (2023-04-05). Trump Can't Win without Recognizing His Flaws. americanthinker.com If Donald Trump is as great as he claims, he'll take the criticism of his supporters in the spirit in which it is offered. (2023-04-05). Unequal Under the Law for One Means Unequal for All. americanthinker.com The double standards are beyond offensive, and to turn on Trump now is to forfeit any expectation of justice for ourselves and our posterity. (2023-04-05). A 'transgender' minister analogizes the Nashville shooter to Christ. americanthinker.com This is what happens when narcissistic leftists shape religion to their needs rather than aspiring to religion's demands. (2023-04-05). A typical day in the life of a California family. americanthinker.com Technically, this is a parody, but it edges remarkably close to California's reality. (2023-04-05). An indictment so trashy even Mitt Romney is condemning it. americanthinker.com Even Mitt had had too much of Alvin Bragg's clown show in Manhattan. (2023-04-05). Appeals court orders Stormy Daniels to pay Trump an additional $121,973. americanthinker.com Just when all hope was fading away, a very thin silver lining appeared in a California court almost 3,000 miles from the Manhattan courthouse where Trump appeared. (2023-04-05). Bragg, Adams, and as the world turns. americanthinker.com Eric Adams lays down the law to menacing Young Republicans. (2023-04-05). Chicago elects a new mayor who defended looting. americanthinker.com The term in office of Lori Lightfoot, defeated with an ignominious third-place finish in the primary in large part because of public disgust over crime, may soon be regarded as the good old days. (2023-04-05). DOJ's arrest policies. americanthinker.com Early-morning or pre-dawn raids are designed for maximum humiliation and intimidation. (2023-04-05). El Salvador's Bukele does Joe Biden a favor, and all he gets are insults. americanthinker.com Guy cleans up his country and gives his country's citizens a reason to not migrate illegally to the States, and all he gets from Biden are sanctions and insults. (2023-04-05). The extraordinary behind-the-scenes friendship in Casablanca. americanthinker.com In dark times — and these are dark times — it's helpful to remember that there's always some light. (2023-04-05). The great gun control myth. americanthinker.com Imperfect men enacting imperfect laws over imperfect society will consistently yield imperfect results. (2023-04-05). The United States has lost the moral high ground. americanthinker.com Yesterday was doubtless among the darkest days in the history of the nation. (2023-04-05). TN GOP legislators play hardball, strip committee assignments and may expel 'insurrection' Dems from state Legislature. americanthinker.com After decades of being played for chumps, Republican office-holders are realizing that the only way to counter outrageous Democrat misbehavior is to embrace 'The Chicago Way,' made famous by David Mamet's script for 'The Untouchables.' (2023-04-05). TN GOP legislators play hardball, strip committee assignments and may expel 'insurrection' Dems from state legislature. americanthinker.com After decades of being played for chumps, Republican office holders are realizing that the only way to counter outrageous Democrat misbehavior is to embrace "The Chicago Way" made famous by David Mamet's script for "The Untouchables" (2023-04-05). Trump gets the Nixon treatment. americanthinker.com I wish I could say America has become a Banana Republic, but there is no reason to believe we are a republic, banana or otherwise. (2023-04-05). Wednesday Schadenfreude: 'The View' puts out table coasters to counter the audience perception that they can't stop farting. americanthinker.com Given their low discourse, we're more surprised they don't promote it. (2023-04-05). Wednesday Schadenfreude: The View puts out table coasters to counter the audience perception that they can't stop farting. americanthinker.com Given their low discourse, we're more surprised they don't promote it. (2023-04-05). Yes, the indictment is inadequate on its face—but that doesn't matter. americanthinker.com As a veteran of decades working in a leftist-run judicial system, the only thing that matters is the acceptable progressive end. (2023-04-05). The Meeting Between Lula's Chief Foreign Policy Advisor & President Putin Was Very Important. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Sunday 4/16: Q&A Discussion of the film "Marketing the Israeli Occupation – Part One" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)… (2023-04-05). Episcopal Diocese Of New York Apologizes For Church's Affiliation With Transatlantic Slave Trade, Pledges $1M For Reparations. moguldom.com The Episcopal Diocese of New York has officially apologized for the church's participation in the slave trade. The religious organization has also established a reparations commission in a step to right its wrongs when it comes to slavery. Established in 1785, the diocese covers three New York City boroughs and seven New York state counties. … (2023-04-05). Brandon Johnson Fights Off Big Money Opposition And Becomes Mayor Of Chicago. moguldom.com Progressive Democrat Brandon Johnson, 47, has become the next mayor of Chicago, beating moderate Democrat Paul Vallas. The tense race, which, according to some reports, pitted Black voters against the city's white voters, ended on April 4 when Johnson won by 51.4 percent to 48.6 percent. Chicago's population is 45.3 percent white, and Black residents … (2023-04-05). What The Latest Mortality Rate Data Says About Early Death, the Deep South, and Black Lives. moguldom.com Americans aren't living as long as they used to. From 2019 to 2021, life expectancy in the U.S. decreased by 2.7 years. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the mortality rate has increased. The CDC estimates life expectancy at birth in the U.S. decreased to 76.1 years in 2021, down 2.7 years … (2023-04-05). Notes on Mutual Aid: A Local History of Survival and Struggle. itsgoingdown.org The first in a series looking critically at mutual aid programs that exploded following the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the George Floyd rebellion. Originally posted to Notes on Mutual Aid. Zine PDF For Printing HERE In Spring of 2022 we were rejected by our anonymous friends at PugetSoundAnarchists.org. The site admins declined to… (2023-04-05). Military Situation In Ukraine On April, 5 2023: AFU In Bakhmut Remained Only In West. Explosions In Dnipro And Odessa. southfront.org (2023-04-05). Palestine in Pictures: March 2023. electronicintifada.net A monthly roundup of photographs documenting Palestine, Palestinian life, politics and culture, and international solidarity with Palestine. (2023-04-05). Urgent Threats to Peace for Humanity in the 21st Century. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Trump en el laberinto judicial. globalizacion.ca Donald Trump se presentó ante el Tribunal Penal de Lower Manhattan para enfrentar los cargos, supuestamente más de treinta, por haber comprado el silencio de la actriz de películas porno Stormy Daniels durante la campaña presidencial del 2016. | Trump pagó… (2023-04-05). Twitter Thread Expertly Dissects Millennial/Gen Z Psychology. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). German Leftist Lawmaker Says U.S. Soldiers and Nukes Must Leave Her Country. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Dangerous Jet Combat Training over Tohono O'odham Nation Endangers O'odham. indybay.org Tohono O'odham were not informed of jet combat training overhead during the last two weeks, or that the Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems had built an 11th spy tower in the heart of the Tohono O'odham Nation. (2023-04-05). Nashville students rally for gun control ahead of April 5 nationwide walkout. nationofchange.org One organizer said that if Tennessee lawmakers "actually cared about protecting kids" they would "address what kills kids every single day" instead of banning books and drag shows. (2023-04-05). Global News Dispatches: 3 Stories. independentmediainstitute.org Headlines in This News Package: Regional Isolation of Syria May End Soon Peru Announces Definitive Withdrawal of Ambassador From Colombia Tragedy in Ciudad Juárez Highlights Dangers Faced by Migrants [NEWS ITEM TEXT] Regional Isolation of Syria May End Soon [259 words] Saudi Arabia may invite Syria to attend the upcoming Arab League summit in … (2023-04-05). How Union Workers Are Fighting to Save America's Beleaguered Health Care System. independentmediainstitute.org Among the handful of neurologically impaired patients in Judy Danella's care one day in March 2023 were three so ill that they struggled just to swallow. She fed each of them in turn, delivering spoonful after spoonful of pureed food, patiently nourishing them toward better health even as she herself was stretched thinner by the … (2023-04-05). Inside the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights in Africa. independentmediainstitute.org The National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC) gained a historic win at the Kenyan Supreme Court on February 24, 2023. It was finally able to register as an official nongovernmental organization (NGO), after a 10-year legal battle in a country where homosexuality is outlawed. However, the LGBTQ+ community's celebrations were cut short by … (2023-04-05). Trump faces the music: the scene outside. cpusa.org (2023-04-05). What American media won't tell us about the Putin and Xi meeting, part I. nationofchange.org China's moves in the Middle East and apparent endorsement of Putin's imperialist goals in Ukraine necessitate a response from the West. (2023-04-05). Saturday 4/29: EV Ride and Drive: Electrify your Ride. indybay.org Sunnyvale Community Center – 550 E Remington Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087… (2023-04-05). Saturday 4/22: This Is Not A Gun Workshop with Cara Levine and Angela Hennessy. indybay.org Contemporary Jewish Museum | 736 Mission Street | San Francisco, CA 94103… (2023-04-05). How to Create Positive Change: Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali at Progress Network (Video). juancole.com The Progress Network | How does change actually occur? And what are the best tactics for bringing large coalitions together? Hosts of Democracy-ish, Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali, discuss the balance between angry revolution and individual hope, and what ultimately gets people on board with a movement. Plus, we take a look at the World … (2023-04-05). Inflation, Ukraine and China. indybay.org What impresses me is China's diplomatic engagement. And I say that also in terms of their role in restoring diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Our diplomacy, American diplomacy, seems to me reactive, unimaginative, and ineffective. | Chinese diplomacy, on the other hand, seems to me to be more imaginative and potentially more effective. (Andrew Bacevich)… (2023-04-05). Inside The Digital Advertising Stock That's Breaking Away From The Pack: The Trade Desk. moguldom.com (2023-04-05). Venezuela's Opposition Envoy Calls on Biden to Ease Sanctions. news.antiwar.com Fernando Blasi, the new envoy for Venezuela's US-backed opposition, is calling on the Biden administration to ease crippling sanctions on Venezuela, saying not doing so could turn the country into another Cuba, which has been under a US trade embargo since 1962. "If we continue down this path, Venezuela is destined to be another Cuba," … (2023-04-05). Belarusian Troops Train on Russia's Nuclear-Capable Iskander Missiles. news.antiwar.com Belarusian troops have begun training on Russia's nuclear-capable Iskander missiles after President Vladimir Putin announced he would deploy tactical nuclear weapons to Belarus. According to Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu, Belarusians started training on the Iskander systems at a Russian testing ground on April 3. The Belarusian Defense Ministry also announced the training. "The program … (2023-04-05). Blinken Can't Reschedule His Trip to China After Canceling. news.antiwar.com Secretary of State Antony Blinken is looking to reschedule his trip to China that he canceled over the Chinese balloon that wound up floating over the US, but Beijing is rebuffing the effort, POLITICO reported Wednesday. The POLITICO report said China has effectively frozen high-level contacts with US officials. An unnamed US official said that … (2023-04-05). House Speaker McCarthy Meets Taiwan's Tsai in California. news.antiwar.com House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) met with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in California on Wednesday, marking the highest level meeting between US and Taiwanese officials since the previous House speaker, Nancy Pelosi, visited Taipei in August 2022. The meeting is historic and risks provoking a major Chinese response as it makes McCarthy the highest-level US … (2023-04-05). Iran Says It Foiled Drone Attack in Iranian City of Isfahan. news.antiwar.com Iranian authorities have said they foiled a drone attack on a military facility in the Iranian city of Isfahan. According to Iran's PressTV, the Iranian Defense Ministry said one of its facilities in the city had come under attack by a Micro Aerial Vehicle (MAV), which was shot down by air defenses. The ministry said … (2023-04-05). Ukraine 'Ready' to Talk About Crimea With Russia If Counteroffensive Succeeds. news.antiwar.com An advisor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Financial Times that Kyiv would be "ready" to negotiate the status of Crimea with Russia if it launches a successful counteroffensive and captures the territory Russia controls that borders the peninsula. "If we will succeed in achieving our strategic goals on the battlefield and when we will … (2023-04-05). Zelensky Says Poland Will Form Coalition to Send Warplanes to Ukraine. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Warsaw on Wednesday and said he believes Poland will form a coalition of NATO countries to send warplanes to Kyiv as the Polish led the charge to provide Western-made tanks. "Just as your (Polish) leadership proved itself in the tank coalition, I believe that it will manifest itself in the … (2023-04-05). US Announces $2.6 Billion Weapons Package for Ukraine. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Wednesday 4/12: Solon's Salon. indybay.org Notable House | 189 Ellsworth St. | San Francisco… (2023-04-05). Saturday 4/8: What Putin's invasion tells us about housing issues: a walking tour. indybay.org American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco… (2023-04-05). Tuesday 4/4: Prop 13 reform's assassination by kindness: the OMG of California taxpayers. indybay.org ZOOM: us05web.zoom.us/j/87077550566?pwd=NlErNVR5ZkszTG9TR0pTd1RJR1hLdz09 | (this is a virtual only meeting)… (2023-04-05). April 9 meeting to honor Mary Pinotti-Kaessinger. workers.org (2023-04-05). So the Russian Incursion in Ukraine Was "Unprovoked", Eh? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). What Trump's Indictment Means. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). "The Big Powers are Worried". Iran's Military Technologies for Defense. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). NATO Expansionism in Scandinavia Helps America, But Puts Finland in Line of Fire. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Sibos 2024 financial services forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn Beijing will play host city to the Swift International Banker's Operation Seminar (Sibos) financial services forum in 2024, according to a joint announcement from Beijing authorities and the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT). (2023-04-05). Bead obsession grows among Chinese students. ecns.cn A string of beads made of various materials has become a favorite toy among some elementary Chinese school students. (2023-04-05). Australia urged to observe market economy rules after it plans to ban TikTok from government devices. ecns.cn China has made solemn démarches to Australia after the Australian government said it would remove TikTok on all federal government devices, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). China firmly opposes meeting between Tsai Ing-wen and Kevin McCarthy: FM spokeswoman. ecns.cn China firmly opposes the U.S. arrangement for Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip to the U.S. and a meeting between her and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, because it seriously contravenes the one-China principle and provisions in the three China-U.S. joint communiqués and gravely undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said Tuesday. (2023-04-05). China's high temperature superconducting maglev transportation system completes suspension run. ecns.cn China's independently developed high temperature superconducting electric maglev transportation system has completed its first suspension run, according to its developer CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co., Ltd. in northeast China's Jilin Province. (2023-04-05). Archaeological work advances made in Tibet in 2022. ecns.cn A series of archaeological excavations and investigations were carried out in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region last year, providing important facts for understanding the region's ancient history and culture. (2023-04-05). China issues traffic safety warning ahead of Qingming Festival. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security on Tuesday issued an early warning for road traffic safety risks during the Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, which falls on April 5 this year. (2023-04-05). China builds vast solar, wind power parks in deserts. ecns.cn The northern region of China is witnessing a remarkable surge in the construction of solar and wind power parks along its desert belt and this development is transforming the once barren and desolate areas into a bustling hub for renewable energy. (2023-04-05). China's Tibet discovers earliest cave tomb built 3,000 yrs ago. ecns.cn The cemetery site is indicative of diverse cultures and exchanges and connections between different areas in the hinterland of Tibet at that time, said Tashi Tsering, a researcher with the regional institute of cultural relics protection. (2023-04-05). More dolphins washed ashore near Tokyo for 2nd straight day. ecns.cn Several more dolphins were found washed ashore and stranded on a beach near Tokyo on Tuesday morning, one day after dozens were found stranded in the same place a day earlier. (2023-04-05). China to deepen new cooperation pattern with Indonesia: Wang Yi. ecns.cn Wang Yi (R), director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, shakes hands with Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Indonesia's Coordinator for Cooperation with China and Coordinating Minister of Maritime Affairs and Investment in Beijing, China, April 4, 2023. (2023-04-05). Tax policies to boost market confidence. ecns.cn Foreign enterprises are expected to expand funding into research and development in China as the country strengthens its support to innovation with long-term preferential tax policy arrangements, they said. (2023-04-05). Shanghai announces trade promotion policy agenda. ecns.cn A slew of measures to promote international trade and attract foreign investment have been recently unveiled by the municipal government of Shanghai. (2023-04-05). Exploring Qingming Festival: swallow kites carry misfortune away. ecns.cn Qingming is both a solar term and traditional Chinese festival during which people enjoy spring outings, sweep graves and pray to those who have passed away. (2023-04-05). Trump charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records, pleads not guilty. ecns.cn Former U.S. President Donald Trump is charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records, the Manhattan district attorney said on Tuesday afternoon. (2023-04-05). China urges Japan to rectify actions on semiconductor export curbs. ecns.cn China is highly concerned about Japan's semiconductor export controls and urges it to rectify its actions, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Xi plants trees in Beijing, urging more afforestation efforts for green development, building beautiful China. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday attended a voluntary tree planting activity in Beijing and called for more efforts in afforestation to write a new chapter in building a beautiful China. (2023-04-05). Xi stresses Party theoretic study drive to enhance cohesion and pool strengths. ecns.cn A meeting on the education campaign about the study and implementation of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era was held on Monday in Beijing. President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), attended the meeting and made an important speech. (2023-04-05). China's hyperspectral Earth observation satellite put into use. ecns.cn China's hyperspectral satellite for Earth observation has gone into use after completing in-orbit tests, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, the primary developer of the spacecraft, announced on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Former chairman of China Everbright Group under investigation. ecns.cn Li Xiaopeng, former Party chief and chairman of China Everbright Group has been placed under investigation for suspected severe violations of Party discipline and laws, according to an official statement released Wednesday. (2023-04-05). China plans to restructure disciplines, majors at universities. ecns.cn China will adjust the composition of about 20 percent of the disciplines and majors at its higher education institutions, replacing outdated disciplines with new ones that keep abreast with new technologies, emerging sectors and new business modes. (2023-04-05). FM urges relevant U.S. congressman not to undermine China-U.S. ties. ecns.cn Relevant U.S. congressman needs to abide by the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiques and avoid undermining the China-U.S. relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Monday. (2023-04-05). Cherry blossoms with colorful lights dazzle Yantai. ecns.cn People are enchanted by cherry blossoms with colorful lights at night in Yantai, east China's Shandong Province, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-05). Culture Fact | Solar term: Qingming. ecns.cn (2023-04-05). Culture Fact | Qingming Festival in ancient Chinese poem. ecns.cn (2023-04-05). Intangible Cultural Heritage inheritor: swallow kites carry misfortune away. ecns.cn Qingming is both a natural solar term and traditional Chinese festival during which people enjoy spring outings, sweep graves and pray to those who have passed away. (2023-04-05). Japan needs to reconsider wastewater discharge plan. mronline.org (2023-04-05). "Legitimate target" — Bellingcat defends terror attack at St. Petersburg cafe. mronline.org (2023-04-05). The United Nations is being used by the U.S. in its Propaganda War against Nicaragua. mronline.org (2023-04-05). TikTok on trial: The latest front in the U.S. tech war on China. mronline.org (2023-04-05). Unchecked by consequences, a new authoritarianism is unfolding in India. mronline.org (2023-04-05). Chris Hedges: Reclaiming Our Country. scheerpost.com (2023-04-05). Is Israel a 'democracy'? An editorial. workers.org (2023-04-05). Iraq's missing million: Up to 1 million people have "disappeared" in last 50 years. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-05). Senile Economics: Bubble Ontology and the Pull of Gravity. indybay.org The entire banking system is closing in on folding, which is why it so desperately needs new inflationary liquidity to keep afloat. The Great Reset is our owners' authoritarian attempt to respond to this systemic threat by taking control of the collateral (our lives) and remain in the driving seat. All the rest is perception management. (2023-04-05). Border delegation in San Diego: Chicano Park, Barrio Logan tour and meeting with Aztlan Youth. fightbacknews.org San Diego, CA – On April 2, part of the Legalization for All Network's border delegation spent the day in San Diego, the city on the U.S. side of the border across from Tijuana, México. | The group of immigrant rights activists from Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Chicago and Minnesota spent the day in San Diego's Barrio Logan neighborhood. | They started with a tour of Chicano Park at the heart of the neighborhood, and then did a walkthrough of the surrounding neighborhood. | As a border city on land that was part of Mexico until 1848, until the U.S.'s theft of the states that are now the southwestern part of the U. (2023-04-05). Tampa Bay SDS statement regarding USF trying to intimidate student activists with false charges. fightbacknews.org Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from Tampa Bay SDS. | On Tuesday, April 4th, one of our members, Lauren Pineiro, retroactively received student code of conduct violations relating to our protest on March 6th in which we were brutally attacked by University of South Florida police officers. This comes as two of our other members, who were previously charged, are having student code of conduct hearings. Pineiro is set to graduate at the end of this semester, with a major in Sociology and a minor in Women's and Gender Studies, but these conduct violations could put their degree in jeop… (2023-04-05). Donald Trump's historic day in court: Recapping a day of drama that ended with a 'not guilty' plea. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Explained: Why al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem is a regular site of conflict between Israel and Palestine. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Why French president Emmanuel Macron's visit to China is significant. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). China freezes visas for two Indian journalists amid chill in ties. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Selected Articles: Turning Tides: The US Congress and Julian Assange. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). U.S. Gun Violence during the Covid Crisis: Teenage Deaths and Injuries Increased by 64.8%. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). China Completes First LNG Cross-border Yuan Settlement Transaction. infobrics.org China completed its first purchase of liquefied natural gas (LNG) using cross-border yuan settlement. It comes amid rising acceptance of the yuan in the international market… (2023-04-05). Why India Cannot Stop the Growing Friendship Between Russia and China. infobrics.org Ever since the meeting of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his/her Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, foreign policy experts sitting in India have started interpreting it in different ways… (2023-04-05). South Africa –°hairs Most Powerful Global Grouping. infobrics.org As South Africa chairs the Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa grouping, and prepares to host the next annual summit scheduled for August this year, The bloc recently eclipsed the G7 group of developed countries in share of real global GDP… (2023-04-05). Kiev receives financial aid in order to accept its inability to join NATO. infobrics.org According to Western mainstream media, the Atlantic military alliance tries to control Kiev's anger by giving it more money. (2023-04-05). Turkey's 2023 election a choice between Eurasianism and Atlanticism. infobrics.org Erdoƒüan blasts US Ambassador for meeting with opposition leader Kƒ±lƒ±àßdaroƒülu. (2023-04-05). Four taboo truths about the Ukraine war. indybay.org Like every war in history, the Ukrainian war has a prehistory that does not begin with Russia's invasion of the neighboring country nearly a year ago, or even in 2014 with the annexation of Crimea to Russia. Second, the war has an immense potential for escalation. (2023-04-05). Canada: The Case Against Iran Sanctions. libya360.wordpress.com Greg ShupakA mural in the holy city of Qom depicts Ayatollah Khomeini, leader of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, on the left and Ali Khamenei, the current Supreme Leader of Iran, on the right. Photo by David Stanley "We hear the pleas of the Iranian people and we commend them for their bravery and resilience," Minister… (2023-04-05). "Children & Armed Conflict: Ukrainian Crisis. Evacuating Children from Conflict Zone" libya360.wordpress.com UNSC Arria formula meeting on the topic "Children and armed conflict: Ukrainian crisis. Evacuating children from conflict zone" Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights M.Lvova-Belova to brief. 1/3 @UKUN_NewYork blocked UN webcast of our tomorrow's informal meeting of Security Council on "Children and armed conflict: Ukrainian crisis. Evacuating children from conflict zone". Western countries are clearly… (2023-04-05). Guangzhou 1927: The Paris Commune of the East. libya360.wordpress.com Friends of Socialist China The Paris Commune, which lasted from March 18-May 28 1871, is generally regarded as the first seizure of power by the proletariat, and formation of a workers' government, in history. As such, it has continued to inspire varied attempts to establish workers power and build socialism, whether in terms of inspiration… (2023-04-05). Hunger in Haiti: Made in USA. libya360.wordpress.com Greg Dunkel U.S. rice producers have destroyed the livelihoods of many Haitian rice farmers, like the one above, by dumping cheap U.S. rice in Haiti. The United States under enslaver president Thomas Jefferson imposed a blockade of Haiti in 1806, which lasted until 1862. This was the first of a multitude of sanctions the U.S…. (2023-04-05). The Nord Stream Ghost: The False Details in the CIA's Cover Story. libya360.wordpress.com Seymour HershGas emanating from the Nord Stream 2 pipeline in the Baltic Sea, September 28, 2022. / Swedish Coast Guard. America's Central Intelligence Agency is constantly running covert operations around the world, and all must have a cover story in case things go badly, as they often do. It is just as important to have… (2023-04-05). The Ukrainian Diaspora's Influence on Canadian Foreign Policy Decisions. libya360.wordpress.com Valeriy Krylko Chrystia Freeland posed with a banner emblazoned with the official battle flag of the fascist Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). She deleted the tweet after individuals noticed the flag. (Chrystia Freeland/Twitter) The first foreign servicemen to arrive in Ukraine during February 2022 were Canadians. The first foreign officer arrested by Russian troops during Russia's… (2023-04-05). War Mongering, CIA-Connected Think-Tank Calls for World War III. libya360.wordpress.com Valeriy Krylko [Source: atlanticcouncil.org] Fellows at the Atlantic Council advocate bombing and confronting Russia, while eschewing any opportunities for peace. The Atlantic Council is an American think tank, founded in 1961, which lies at the heart of what 27-year CIA veteran Ray McGovern and whistleblower termed the Military-Industrial-Congressional-Intelligence-Media-Academia-Think Tank Complex (MICIMATTC). Its close ties to the CIA were… (2023-04-05). New Day and Times for It's Going Down on Pacifica Radio! itsgoingdown.org Attention IGD listeners on Pacifica radio! It's Going Down is moving from Fridays at 12 NOON to Wednesdays at 11 AM — 12 PM NOON, right between Letters and Politics and Against the Grain. It's Going Down plays on Pacifica radio on 94.1 FM, KPFA across the San Francisco bay area, from Marin County in… (2023-04-05). One Person Killed and Two Members of Reno Food not Bombs Hospitalized After Vehicle Attack. itsgoingdown.org Two volunteers with the mutual aid group Reno Food Not Bombs are in "critical, but stable condition" and one unhoused person, Michelle "Mama Bear" Jardine, is dead after a 57 year old man, David Turner, reportedly "suddenly and inexplicably drove his car through the area where the women were standing" on Monday. All three were… (2023-04-05). CFMEU demands Labor scrap anti-union laws. greenleft.org.au Thousands of workers took to the streets in a national day of action to demand wage rises and protest anti-union laws, report Jacob Andrewartha, Sue Bolton, Alex Bainbridge and Jim McIlroy. (2023-04-05). 20 Years After Iraq: No Accountability and No Lessons Learned. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). 19 years after the coup d'état: Statement from Fanmi Lavalas Political Organization. iacenter.org March 24, 2023 This Feb. 28 statement from Fanmi Lavalas, a people's party of Haiti, commemorates the February 29, 2004, coup d'état that overthrew Haiti's first democratically elected president, Jean-Bertrand Aristide. Fanmi Lavalas honors those who fell during the coup and outlines its call for a Haitian solution to the crisis that has now engulfed the country. Unofficial translation by the Haiti Action Committee. San Francisco, July 28, 2021. Credit: Haiti Action Committee On the eve of the commemoration of the 19th anniversary of the bloody coup d'état of 2004, the harmful consequences of which we are living… (2023-04-05). As Zelensky speaks, vigil to demand Austria maintain neutrality. iacenter.org March 27, 2023 The International Action Center received this petition and call for a vigil from the Austrian group, the Social Alliance for Peace and Neutrality. Translation: John Catalinotto. Vienna protest of German decision to send tanks to Ukraine, Jan. 30, 2023. Credit: Social Alliance for Peace and Neutrality Vigil: Building peace without weapons Thursday, March 30, 2023, 8 a.m. at the Parliament building The Ukrainian war President [Volodymyr] Zelensky is scheduled to speak virtually to the deputies of the Parliament on March 30. What he will say is already clear. He wants more weapons, more sanctions, mor… (2023-04-05). Communiqué: The working class in France buries its gravediggers. iacenter.org April 3, 2023 Communiqué of the Coordination of Communist Nuclei (CNC) in the Spanish State (Spain) published March 28, 2023. Workers World publishes this communiqué because it could also apply as a message for the working class in the United States. Translation: John Catalinotto. Workers on France's high-speed TGV trains demonstrate near the Lyon Station in Paris. Allez vous-faire foutre! (Go to hell!) Esclaves du capital! (Slaves of capital!) Servants de l'OTAN (Servants of NATO!) The French working class gives us, once again, a great lesson of class struggle, and starting from the beginning, it showed us what… (2023-04-05). Denial of Mumia's appeal: An affront to basic justice and the law. iacenter.org By Betsey Piette April 3, 2023 Philadelphia Mumia Abu-Jamal, his family and his supporters around the world had every reason and right to hope that all their hard work would pay off in persuading Judge Lucretia Clemons from the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas to follow and apply the law, as has been done in other cases involving Brady and Batson violations. Since her Dec. 16, 2022, notice of intention to dismiss Abu-Jamal's current appeal, thousands of people have signed petitions, written letters and passed resolutions on Abu-Jamal's behalf directed to Clemons. Supporters include the 20-million-member… (2023-04-05). Despite government attacks: Workers, students in France stay strong. iacenter.org By G. Dunkel March 28, 2023 Since President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Élizabeth Borne rammed through the "reform" of France's pension system March 16 — an attack which will require workers to work longer to obtain a full pension — the class struggle has grown more intense. Women retirees on the front lines, March 2023. Millions of workers struck on March 23 to protest this new law, which extends their retirement age to 64 from 62. The law must still be reviewed by the Constitutional Council, which can reject or modify it. The new pension law provides fewer protections for workers who have ard… (2023-04-05). Germany: Warning strike turns up the steam. iacenter.org By Arnold Schà∂lzel March 30, 2023 The author is a former editor of the German newspaper junge Welt, where this article was published March 27. Translation: John Catalinotto Railroad and Transport Workers rally by the main train station in Bremen, Germany, March 25, 2023, for strike action. A foretaste of the depth of the strike waves in France or Britain occurred in Germany on March 27: For 24 hours, buses and trains remained largely in depots, airplanes on the ground. Some 335,000 workers responded to the joint call by the United Services Trade Union (Verdi) and the railway and transport union (EVG) for a… (2023-04-05). Trump's indictment: only a beginning. iacenter.org Former President Donald J. Trump was indicted by a Manhattan grand jury March 31. The unexpected news was celebrated by many oppressed people, class-conscious workers and many on the left. Trump's Supreme Court appointments reversed the legal right to abortion. In addition to being the 45th occupant of the White House, Trump is known for being a bigoted billionaire, who emboldened the violent far right over the last several years and led a vicious Islamophobic, racist, misogynist, anti-migrant and anti-worker presidential campaign and administration. Good people believe he deserves to be punished. Trump was indic… (2023-04-05). U.S. immigration policy causes migrant deaths. iacenter.org By Ted Kelly April 4, 2023 On March 30, Mexican police arrested three officials from the National Immigration Institute and two private security guards. The arrests occurred just days after a deadly blaze at a migrant detention facility in Ciudad Juárez. One of the incarcerated migrants, who has been accused of starting the fire, has also been arrested. (NPR, March 31) Mexico side of the U.S. border wall at Friendship Park in Las Playas de Tijuana, Baja California, December 2018. (Photo Credit: Ted Kelly) While an investigation into the fire, which killed 40 people, is underway, those really responsible are still… (2023-04-05). A Look Back at the American Experience in World War I Shows the Danger of Where We May Be Headed. covertactionmagazine.com So far the 2020s have been a very bad time for American democracy, with the January 6, 2021, riots, censorship on Twitter, Facebook and in the classrooms, rising anti-Russian fervor resulting from the conflict in Ukraine, COVID-19 lockdowns, declining newspapers and marginalization of anti-war voices. Still, as bleak as things are, they are not quite … (2023-04-05). ICC's Putin Arrest Warrant Based on State Dept-Funded Report That Debunked Itself. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-05). Protesters take aim at war industry, nuclear subs. greenleft.org.au About 100 people protested in North Wollongong against the federal government's plans for a nuclear submarine base in Port Kembla, NSW. Jim McIlroy reports. (2023-04-05). The Shift from Pink to Green in Latin America. fpif.org (2023-04-05). The Shift from Pink to Green in Latin America: Can the United States Become a Green Good Neighbor? juancole.com (2023-04-05). Los traidores de Assange: El servilismo del gobierno australiano hacia EE.UU. globalizacion.ca Conozco a Julian Assange desde que le entrevisté por primera vez en Londres en 2010. Inmediatamente me gustó su sentido del humor seco y oscuro, a menudo acompañado de una risita contagiosa. Es un outsider orgulloso: agudo y reflexivo. | Nos… (2023-04-05). Progressives win key race in Wisconsin State Supreme Court race. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-05). 5 Other Modern Presidents who Should have been Indicted for their Crimes. juancole.com (2023-04-05). El Salvador's state of exception turns one. therealnews.com (2023-04-05). Are Joe Biden and Global corporations Making America A Honduras? sonar21.com (2023-04-05). How The Global South Has Risen in The Face of US Sabotage with Ajamu Baraka. mintpressnews.com Ajamu Baraka joins Lee Camp to discuss how the media demonizes enemies of the US empire, the US military's global command structure, neocolonial behavior, and the white supremacy inherent to its hegemony. (2023-04-05). The "Psychological War" Behind Ukrainian Frontlines. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). La nueva integración sudamericana. cepr.net La Tercera Ver artículo en el sitio original Al asumir la Presidencia, Lula afirmó "nuestro protagonismo se materializará a través de la reanudación de la integración sudamericana". Por su parte, el Presidente Boric reafirmó en su primera reunión con Lula la importancia de la rearticulación de América del Sur. Hace pocos días, tanto Lula como … (2023-04-05). The Decline and Fall of Republican Afghanistan (Review). juancole.com (2023-04-05). øHasta qué punto es peligrosa la "amistad" entre Putin y Xi? globalizacion.ca (2023-04-05). As China Embraces Russia, the Western Narrative Needs a Rethink. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Trump indicted on 34 felonies linked to election interference. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-05). The Climate (CO2) Hoax and the Control Matrix. Mega-banks and Corporations. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Israel brutalizes worshippers at al-Aqsa for second night. electronicintifada.net Jewish extremists seeking provocative animal sacrifices arrested near holy site. (2023-04-05). 'You're going to see more books get banned': Teachers describe Florida's war on public schools. therealnews.com (2023-04-05). The tragic U.S. choice to prioritize war over peacemakingÔøºÔøº. nationofchange.org Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. – Matthew 5: 9… (2023-04-05). When GPT hallucinates: Doctors warn against using AI as it makes up information about cancer. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Halting AI: Musk and China share an ulterior motive in calling for pause on development of ChatGPT. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Cyberhops: Tesla launches GigaBier, its own beer at $30 a bottle to celebrate German Gigafactory. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Tuesday 4/25: 11th Annual Pan African Global Trade and Investment Conference – Media Event and Luncheon. indybay.org International Peace Rose Garden | California State Capitol… (2023-04-05). Wednesday 4/12: Impactful Relationship Building with Central California Indigenous Community Partners. indybay.org Virtual Event… (2023-04-05). The Next Big Threat: The Rise of the White Christian Nationalism in the United States. indybay.org (2023-04-05). Thursday 4/6: Debunking the Parents Bill of Rights Teach-in. indybay.org Online teach-in… (2023-04-05). Thursday 4/27: FAME Venue on Broadway Presents Paintings by Nancy Calef – A Kidquake Benefit. indybay.org FAME Venue | 443 Broadway | San Francisco, CA 94133… (2023-04-05). March for Queer and Trans Youth Autonomy San Francisco. indybay.org In San Francisco an estimated 700 people, mostly youth, marched on City Hall, where they listened to speakers including elected leader Honey Mahogany. (2023-04-05). California Department of Public Health's Criminal Negligence—April 2023. indybay.org California Department of Public Health deliberately sacrifices the lives of the elderly, sick, and disabled by removing all restrictions on the transmission of the Covid-19 virus in high risk locations. (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: What can you eat to avoid kidney stones? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is National Kidney Month, a time to raise awareness about your kidney health and generate support for those affected by conditions, including kidney stones, kidney infections and kidney disease. It's estimated that 1 in 10 people will get a kidney stone in his or her lifetime. Kidney stones are not only painful, but they can lead to serious complications that may require hospitalization and even surgery. The good news is kidney stones are preventable,… (2023-04-05). Know the signs of strep throat in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Image courtesy: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is monitoring an increase in invasive group A Streptococcus infections in children. "Group A streptococcal disease is a group of conditions caused by a bacteria called 'group A strep,'" says Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician with the Mayo Clinic Children's Center. "The one that people are probably most familiar with is strep throat. Strep throat is a relatively common infection,… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: Colorectal cancer — risk factors and prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the risk factors for colorectal cancer and what you can do to prevent it. Cancer in the colon and cancer in the rectum often are referred to together as colorectal cancer. Approximately 106,970 new cases of colon cancer and 46,050 new cases of rectal cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2023, according to the American Cancer Society. Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: Treating spinal stenosis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Spinal stenosis happens when the space inside the backbone is too small. This can put pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves that travel through the spine. Spinal stenosis occurs most often in the neck, called cervical spinal stenosis, and in the lower back, called lumbar spinal stenosis. The most common cause of spinal stenosis is wear-and-tear changes in the spine related to arthritis. Most people with spinal stenosis are over 50. Younger people… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: What do you know about cornea transplantation? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A cornea transplant, or keratoplasty, is an operation to replace part of the cornea with corneal tissue from a donor. The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped surface of the eye. Light enters the eye through the cornea. Nearly 80,000 corneal transplants were performed worldwide in 2021, according to the Eye Bank Association of America. More than 2 million people have recovered their sight through corneal transplants since 1961. Why it's done A cornea transplant most… (2023-04-05). Not all lumps are breast cancer: Benign breast disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Changes to your breast can cause a lot of worry. This is understandable. But not all breast changes are a result of breast cancer. Any breast symptoms, such as a breast lump, nipple discharge or breast pain, should be evaluated by a medical professional. If they are diagnosed as benign, it means they are not cancer. Noncancerous breast symptoms are known as benign breast disease. Some cases of benign breast disease are discovered during a… (2023-04-05). Colorectal cancer myths and facts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It can be easy to feel confused by screening recommendations for common types of cancer. Your health care team is a trusted resource for keeping you up to date on screenings, including screening for colorectal cancer. Test your knowledge of why, when and how you can be screened with these myths and facts: Colorectal cancer is rare. Myth. Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in men and women combined. Roughly 1 in 25 women will… (2023-04-05). Science Saturday: Understanding the speed of brain communication. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It often was thought that the speed of information transmitted among regions of the brain stabilized during early adolescence. A new study in Nature Neuroscience by Mayo Clinic researchers and colleagues from the Netherlands found transmission speeds continue to increase into early adulthood. Because problems such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorders can emerge in late adolescence and early adulthood, a better understanding of brain development may help clinicians offer therapies to treat these disorders. "A fundamental understanding… (2023-04-05). Managing your health during Ramadan fasting. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Fasting during Ramadan involves abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset. Depending on geography and the time of year when Ramadan occurs, daily fasting can range from as little as 10 hours in the winter months to more than 17 hours during the summer. This daily fast should not have a negative effect on health for most individuals. However, even if you have a chronic condition, including coronary artery disease,… (2023-04-05). Science Saturday: Igniting the interest of young cancer researchers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 2022 SPARK scholars gather for a photo before the Mayo Clinic SPARK Mini Science Fair on Mayo Clinic's campus in Jacksonville, Florida. Back row: Sara Wasserman, Krish Relan, Nyla Searl, Manish Kota, William Li, Garrett Davidsen, Riya Kar, Ella McCarthy. Front row: Kristi Biswas, Ysabella Wijaya, Yangying Jiang, Katie Shapiro, Esinam Ekpeh, Nia Atcherson, Katherine Jones and Hazel Parent. Not pictured: Jessica Desgroseilliers. "My mother was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer when I… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Are colon and rectal cancers treated differently? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Eric Dozois and team during a surgical procedure Colorectal cancer is a term that combines both colon cancer and rectal cancers. The colon and rectum are two different parts of the lower digestive tract. These different cancers also mean different approaches to treatment that may involve the use of radiation and chemotherapy in addition to surgery. When it comes to treating cancer, experience matters, says Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon. And Mayo… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: The truth about organ donation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org April is National Donate Life Month. This annual observation raises awareness about donation, encourages people to register as donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Over 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for an organ transplant. And it's estimated 20 patients die every day in the U.S. because of the lack of donor organs. Have you considered becoming a donor? If you've never considered organ donation or delayed becoming… (2023-04-05). $41 million federal grant to help Mayo Clinic, collaborators advance multiethnic Alzheimer's research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Alzheimer's disease affects people of all ethnic groups. Armed with $41 million in new federal funding, Mayo Clinic researchers and colleagues from 13 other institutions around the country are pursuing three multiethnic projects to identify targets for treatment. Alzheimer's disease robs victims of their memories and families of quality time with their loved ones. Deaths from Alzheimer's more than doubled from 2000 to 2019, and the number of people living with the… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Menstrual cycle changes in young women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My daughter is 19 and just finished her first year of college. It has been a stressful transition for her, but she has managed to stay quite active. She is a swimmer and runner, and she also plays volleyball. About eight months ago, she noticed her periods becoming irregular. Her family medicine physician said this sometimes happens in athletes, and we should not be overly concerned about it. Now, my daughter hasn't had… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating colon cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A family member recently was diagnosed with colon cancer. After researching potential treatment options, I came across intraoperative radiation therapy. What is the difference between this and normal radiation? Is radiation a standard treatment option, or are there other approaches? ANSWER: Colon cancer is one of the most common malignancies in the U.S., with more than 100,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Over a lifetime, it is estimated that 1 in 23 men and… (2023-04-05). Babesiosis and what you need to know about the 2023 tick season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An infected black-legged tick can transmit babesiosis and other infections Tick season is underway in much of the U.S. This season, another tick-borne disease is on the list of concerns. That's because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found a significant increase in reported cases of babesiosis(bah-beez-E-oh-sis) infection in eastern parts of the U.S. "Babesiosis is another tick-borne disease that we hear about, in addition to Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and others," says Dr. Bobbi… (2023-04-05). Innovative treatments for rectal cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic has been taking care of patients with rectal cancer for more than 100 years, dating back to the Mayo brothers. Even at that time, doctors were innovative with their approach to the care of patients with rectal cancer. That continues today as Mayo Clinic offers the latest in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon, explains some of the surgical treatment options being offered. Watch: Dr. Eric… (2023-04-05). Cancer-free and embracing new adventures thanks to Mayo's collaborative care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In January 2021, after being in remission from melanoma for almost a decade, Christina Armendariz began to feel unwell. The 42-year-old mother went to the emergency room at a hospital near her Orlando, Florida, home. After several imaging tests, Christina was told her cancer had returned. She had a mass under her arm and multiple soft tissue tumors throughout her body. Although she began treatment locally, Christina's condition worsened over time. She experienced significant cognitive… (2023-04-05). Women in science: Q&A with Martha Grogan, M.D. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Martha Grogan March is Women's History Month and an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in science and research. Women make up just 33% of the world's researchers, according to the United Nations. That's changing according to Felicity Enders, Ph.D., director of the Office of Research Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. As is their role in the field. Today, there are "more women not only entering the field but also moving into leadership," she says. Among them… (2023-04-05). Ready to Run: Mayo Clinic Health System gives tips on choosing the right running shoes. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Congratulations on setting a goal to run a long-distance race. You've just joined a group of more than 60 million people in the U.S. who participate in organized runs and races. Running doesn't require much gear, but well-fitting, running-specific shoes are a must. "Someone training for a long-distance run such as a marathon can log 800 or more miles before a race," says Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M., a Mayo Clinic Health System podiatrist…. (2023-04-05). Patients with multiple tumors in one breast may not need mastectomy, research finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients who have multiple tumors in one breast may be able to avoid a mastectomy if the tumors can be removed while leaving enough breast tissue, according to research led by the Alliance in Clinical Trials in Oncology and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. Patients would receive breast-conserving therapy: a lumpectomy followed by whole-breast radiation therapy, rather than mastectomy. The study is published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Watch: Dr. Judy… (2023-04-05). Tips to remain healthy while fasting during Ramadan. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Muslims worldwide are observing Ramadan, the holiest month on the Islamic calendar. It's a time of spiritual reflection, increased devotion, charity work and fasting. Fasting during Ramadan is believed to be a way to purify the soul and develop self-discipline. Muslims abstain from all food or drink, including water and chewing gum, from dawn to sunset. Depending on your location, the fast lasts 12 to 18 hours. "In Minnesota, as we start Ramadan, that's going… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Is Himalayan sea salt a healthy alternative? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Consuming too much salt can lead to serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Many consumers are turning to Himalayan sea salt, which can now be found in almost any grocery store. Claims are Himalayan salt and other sea salts are a healthier alternative than regular table salt. Are the claims true? Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says, before you stock up on Himalayan sea salt, there are some… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to deal with 2023 spring pollen and allergies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you are one of the millions of people who suffer pollen and allergies, you don't need a calendar to tell you it's spring. Sometimes called hay fever, allergic rhinitis can sometimes be confused with a cold. So, what's happening and what can you do? While hay fever alone may not be life threatening, it can be uncomfortable, says Dr. Arveen Bhasin, a Mayo Clinic allergy and immunology expert. She offers these tips for relief from spring pollen and… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Three things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose… (2023-04-05). Athletic or personal trainer: What's the best fit for you? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You may have seen athletic trainers on the sidelines of team sports and personal trainers working one-on-one with people at the gym. If you're seeking personalized advice and support to help you refine or advance your physical activity, which type of trainer would be the best fit for you? Here are some tips to consider. What's the difference between an athletic and a personal trainer? While the two terms often are used interchangeably, these professionals… (2023-04-05). Ready to Run: Mayo Clinic Health System gives tips on self-care for plantar fasciitis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Most runners will run into a case of plantar fasciitis occasionally, and this heel pain can range from slightly uncomfortable to utterly debilitating. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue extending from the heel to the ball of the foot, and plantar fasciitis is caused by excessive stress, which brings on inflammation and, typically, heel pain. "Plantar fasciitis can affect anyone," says Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M., a Mayo Clinic Health System podiatrist…. (2023-04-05). Trans Day of Visibility Rally in San Jose. indybay.org March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility every year. This year the group "Queer Trans Youth Assemble" called for student walkouts and rallies nationwide. Dozens of locations across the US saw actions in solidarity. In San Jose, Silicon Valley Pride organized a rally with music, singalongs, speakers, and lots of youth power and creativity. (2023-04-05). Thursday 4/13: No Dumping Radioactive Water Into The Pacific No Restarting Nukes In Japan. indybay.org San Francisco Japanese Consulate | 275 Battery/California St. | San Franciscco… (2023-04-05). 47th Anniversary of Land Day: Palestinians Rally Against Israelis' Theft of Their Land. orinocotribune.com Palestinians have held rallies to commemorate the 47th anniversary of Land Day, in honor of the struggle against Israeli settler-apartheid oppression and the call for freedom, justice and equality. | People in the Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East al-Quds took to the streets on Thursday to mark the event that takes place on March 30 every year. | In the Gaza Strip, protesters gathered near the fence that separates the besieged enclave from the occupied territories as Israeli troops fired live bullets and tear gas canisters. According to local sources, five Palestinians were injured, three of them with live bullets,… (2023-04-05). Peru: How an Attempt To Censor a Report on Human Rights Violations Failed. orinocotribune.com By Carlos Noriega — Mar 30, 2023 | The right wing tried to prevent the presentation of Amnesty International's annual report. It did not succeed. The worldwide report, in the case of Peru, denounces serious human rights violations, including the death of demonstrators by gunshots of the security forces and arbitrary detentions in the repression of the social protests against the government of Dina Boluarte. | The municipality of the Lima district of Miraflores, administered by the ultra-right wing that governs with Boluarte, ordered the closure of the Place of Memory, Tolerance and Social Inclusion (LUM), a… (2023-04-05). UN and Orthodox Prelates Condemn Zelensky's Moves to Evict Monks, Seize Churches in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). The Capital of the Multipolar World: A Moscow Diary. orinocotribune.com By Pepe Escobar — Mar 30, 2023 | In Moscow you feel no crisis. No effects of sanctions. No unemployment. No homeless people in the streets. Minimal inflation. | How sharp was good ol' Lenin, prime modernist, when he mused, "there are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen". This global nomad now addressing you has enjoyed the privilege of spending four astonishing weeks in Moscow at the heart of an historical crossroads — culminating with the Putin-Xi geopolitical game-changing summit at the Kremlin. | To quote Xi, "changes that haven't been seen in 100 years" do have a… (2023-04-05). Corporations finance Myanmar coup regime's war on the people. greenleft.org.au Burmese/Myanma democracy activists are stepping up their campaign to pressure the United States to impose sanctions to stop North American oil and gas companies from financing the Myanmar military's war against the people, reports Peter Boyle. (2023-04-05). Video: Sydney construction workers march through city. greenleft.org.au Construction workers demanding protection from silicosis and calling on Labor governments to keep their promises to remove anti-union laws took to Sydney streets in their thousands. Peter Boyle reports. (2023-04-05). Enlaces de Red Latina sin fronteras 02.04.2023. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 02.04.2023 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación… (2023-04-05). No Invite For War Monger Nancy Peloso-Protest At CUNY In New York-War Mongers Out Of Cong. indybay.org (2023-04-05). Friday 4/7: Imperialist Proxy War over Ukraine and the Looming Danger of World War 3. indybay.org Revolution Books 2444 Durant Avenue Berkeley… (2023-04-05). Sunday 4/2: Nuclear-armed imperialists face off: Don't stand aside! Join with others protesting. indybay.org Powell and Market cable car turnaround… (2023-04-05). Vatican Renounces Euro-supremacist "Doctrine of Discovery" globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Azeri government press praises flying of Azerbaijani flag in Iran riots. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azeri Press AgencyApril 5, 2023 Azerbaijani flag raised in Iranian cities Protests continued in Western and Eastern Azerbaijan, including Tabriz, Ardabil, Kurdistan, Mazandaran, Khuzestan, and a number of provinces. Activists hung Azerbaijan's flag in various places in Iranian cities. Participants of protests chant slogans such as "Death to the dictator!", "Death to Khamenei!", "Death to … (2023-04-05). B61-12 nuclear sharing: Finnish flag raised at NATO Air Command HQ. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOAllied Air CommandApril 4, 2023 Finnish flag raised at NATO Air Command See: NATO's Nuclear Sharing Arrangements Headquarters Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) marked the accession of Finland to the Alliance as its 31st member in a flag-raising ceremony on 4 April, 2023. AIRCOM leadership and staff assembled at the Headquarters on Ramstein Air Base on … (2023-04-05). Biden rhapsodizes over NATO gaining new 1,300-kilometer border with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The White HouseApril 4, 2023 Statement from President Joe Biden Welcoming Finland to NATO Today, I am proud to welcome Finland as NATO's 31st Ally. In May 2022, Finland and Sweden applied for NATO membership….Less than a year later, we are welcoming Finland as a member — the fastest ratification process in NATO's modern history. … (2023-04-05). Incorporating non-Turkic Tajikistan: Karabakh war led to pan-Turkic stranglehold on East-West, Asia-Europe corridors. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com AzertagApril 5, 2023 Azerbaijan-Tajikistan relations occupy an important place in our country's relations with Central Asian states Azerbaijan's relations with the Central Asian countries, including the Turkic states, have seen a great revival for several years now….During the last 1-2 years, President Ilham Aliyev's consecutive visits to Central Asia, including the Turkic-speaking countries of the … (2023-04-05). NATO's Baltic adjuncts help shepherd Georgia into bloc. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Georgian Ministry of DefenseApril 4, 2023 Lela Chikovani met the ambassadors of the Baltic countries The First Deputy Minister of Defense hosted the Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republics of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia in Georgia. Lela Chikovani thanked Edith Medne, Andrew Kalindra and Riina Kaliurand for their long-term unwavering support of Georgia's Euro-Atlantic … (2023-04-05). NATO's biggest infrastructure investment in 30 years: U.S. Army expands base in Poland. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Polish RadioApril 5, 2023 US Army expands base in Poland's Powidz The Polish defence minister on Wednesday cut the ribbon on an expansion of the US Army base in Powidz, western Poland, and said that the military complex "will strengthen the security of Poland and the whole eastern flank of NATO." Mariusz B≈Çaszczak, who is … (2023-04-05). Newly enlarged NATO takes on Asia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Deutsche WelleApril 5, 2023 Newly enlarged NATO talks China and Ukraine NATO foreign ministers are meeting for a second day, with talks focusing on "China's growing alignment with Russia." Finland is represented as a member for the first time after joining the military alliance on Tuesday. NATO foreign ministers…will on Wednesday discuss China's seemingly ever-closer … (2023-04-05). Stoltenberg: Japan closest, most capable ally in NATO's expansion into Asia-Pacific. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Joint statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Yoshimasa Hayashi Minister Hayashi, Welcome to NATO Headquarters. It is great to see you again. We met not so many weeks ago in Tokyo, and it's a great pleasure and honour to welcome you here at … (2023-04-05). Turkish official: Turkey, Northern Cyprus, Azerbaijan are one nation, three states. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azeri Press AgencyApril 5, 2023 Serdar Aktunch: Türkiye, Northern Cyprus and Azerbaijan are 3 states and one nation "Türkiye, Northern Cyprus, and Azerbaijan are 3 states and one nation," said the head of the press service of Türkiye's Ministry of Tourism and Environment Serdar Aktunch…. He called Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Northern Cyprus "3 states and … (2023-04-05). Video: NATO headquarters hosts Asia-Pacific partners to "tackle global challenges" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 5, 2023 Secretary General welcomes Indo-Pacific partner countries to NATO HQ NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Yoshimasa Hayashi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand Nanaia Mahuta, Vice Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Do Hoon Lee, and Deputy Ambassador of Australia to NATO David Dutton … (2023-04-05). War in Ukraine: Georgian death toll climbs to 40. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rustavi 2April 5, 2023 Two more Georgian fighters die in Ukraine Two more Georgian fighters have been killed in Ukraine. Georgians fighting in Ukraine wrote on social networks. "We have lost 2 dearest patriots. Glory to the heroes!" writes Nadim Khmaladze. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has claimed the lives of 40 Georgians since February 24, … (2023-04-05). MAGA married to the mob-ster: no divorce ever. nationofchange.org In deadly lockstep is MAGA mated,/ To rise and fall as Trump is fated. (2023-04-05). Monday 5/1: San José May Day – International Workers' Day. indybay.org Roosevelt Park | 901 East Santa Clara Street | San José, CA 95116… (2023-04-05). The Heat: Trump Arrested in New York. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-05). Big Pharma Giant Reaches 'Landmark' Settlement With Women Who Got Cancer After Using J&J Powder. sputniknews.com The long-running legal drama that pitted cancer-stricken women against one of the world's most notorious Big Pharma multinationals appears likely to reach a conclusion — if the victims are amenable. (2023-04-05). China Launches Patrols Near Taiwan Ahead of Meeting Between McCarthy, Tsai. sputniknews.com BEIJING (Sputnik) – China has launched military patrols in two areas of the Taiwan Strait ahead of the meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Los Angeles during her transit trip to the United States, the Chinese Maritime Safety Administration in the province of Fujian said on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). China Urges WTO to Examine US-Led Restrictions on Chip Exports. sputniknews.com In late March, Japan decided to restrict exports of 23 types of semiconductor-manufacturing equipment. For exports to China and other countries not on the white list, the registration procedure will become more complicated, requiring the permission of the Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Ministry. (2023-04-05). 'Dangerous & Illegal Overreach': GOP, Allies Slam Trump's Criminal Indictment. sputniknews.com After Tuesday's arraignment of former President Donald Trump, who faces 34 felony charges of falsifying business records related to 2016 hush money payments that he denies, Republican lawmakers, political leaders and the public have been reacting to the historic indictment. (2023-04-05). Death Toll From Earthquakes in Türkiye Reaches 50,339: Interior Ministry. sputniknews.com ANKARA (Sputnik) – The number of people killed by the devastating February earthquakes in the southeast of Türkiye has reached 50,399, Turkish Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). Dozens of Palestinians Injured in Clashes With Israeli Forces at Al-Aqsa Mosque. sputniknews.com CAIRO/GAZA (Sputnik) – Dozens of Palestinians were injured during clashes with Israeli forces at Al-Aqsa Mosque in the city of Jerusalem, Palestinian news agency WAFA reported on Tuesday, citing sources. (2023-04-05). El Salvador President Says US Can't Use 'Democracy' as Foreign Policy After Trump Indicted. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The United States' ability to justify their foreign policy interventions as part of upholding "democracy" around the world is gone after former President Donald Trump, a Republican, is being prosecuted by a Democratic Manhattan district attorney, El Salvadorian President Nayib Bukele said in a statement. (2023-04-05). Highlights of Donald Trump's Historic Court Appearance. sputniknews.com Former US President Donald Trump has been charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree in connection with his alleged involvement in a $130,000 hush money payment, and subsequent cover-up involving a supposed affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels, among others. (2023-04-05). IAEA Director General to Visit Russia's Kaliningrad. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi will visit Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). Iraq's Embassy in Libya to Resume Operations After Nine Years. sputniknews.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – The Iraqi embassy in Libya will resume operations nine years after the mission was suspended, Iraqi Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Al-Sahhaf said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Israel Defense Forces Says Nine Rockets Fired at Israel From Gaza Strip, Four Intercepted. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday that a total of nine rockets were fired from the Gaza Strip at Israel overnight, four of the rockets were intercepted by air defense systems, and another four rockets landed in open areas. (2023-04-05). Israeli Police Arrest Over 350 People at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Israeli police said on Wednesday they had arrested over 350 people, who had allegedly barricaded themselves inside the Al-Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. (2023-04-05). Israel's Military Aircraft Striking Targets in Gaza Strip. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik/Prime) – Israeli military aircraft are striking targets in the Gaza Strip after nine rockets had been fired at Israel from the region. (2023-04-05). Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Panama. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Panama, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Make America Greene Again. sputniknews.com Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor-Greene was shouted down by furious Democratic activists while speaking out against the indictment of former President Donald Trump in Manhattan on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Pentagon Chief Says Will Travel To Sweden Later This Month for NATO Accession Talks. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said he will visit Sweden this month for talks on the country's NATO accession plans. (2023-04-05). Peru's Congress Votes Against Motion to Impeach President Boluarte. sputniknews.com BUENOS AIRES (Sputnik) – The Peruvian Congress on Tuesday voted against the motion to impeach incumbent President Dina Boluarte. (2023-04-05). Russia, Sierra Leone Agree to Boost Bilateral Ties, Moscow Says. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) — Russian top diplomat Sergey Lavrov has discussed boosting cooperation in various spheres with his Sierra Leonean counterpart, David Francis, during a phone call, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Sweden Arrests Five With Daesh Links for Terror Plotting Tied to Quran-Burning. sputniknews.com The very same day the high-profile arrests were made, a Swedish court ruled that the Quran-burning protests are protected by the country's constitution and that the security concerns, with which the police justified its subsequent ban, were not enough to limit the right to demonstrate. (2023-04-05). Three People Killed, at Least One Injured in Shootout in Ecuador's Prison. sputniknews.com MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) – Three people have been killed, and at least one sustained injuries in a shootout between inmates in a men's prison in the Ecuadorian province of Guayas, the Ecuadorian National Service of Integral Attention to Adults Deprived of Liberty and Adolescent Offenders (SNAI), said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Ukraine Completes Preparation for Counteroffensive in Zaporozhye Region, Official Says. sputniknews.com SIMFEROPOL (Sputnik) – Ukrainian troops have completed preparation for a counteroffensive in the Zaporozhye Region, having accumulated military personnel, armored vehicles and ammunition in this direction, Vladimir Rogov, a senior official of the Zaporozhye regional administration, told Sputnik on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). Ukraine's Strike Drone Falls From Skies Near Zaporozhye NPP. sputniknews.com ENERGODAR (Sputnik) – An Ukrainian unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UAV), which was manufactured in Poland, has fallen in the vicinity of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), a commander of the Russian unit ensuring the safety of the plant has told Sputnik. (2023-04-05). US Pulls Philippines Into NATO's Geopolitical Confrontation Versus China. sputniknews.com In April, US military units could be deployed to new Philippine-owned bases. An expanded US military presence in the Philippines would allow the US to respond to the situation around Taiwan from the south. The US threatens peace and stability in the South China Sea, which China finds unacceptable. (2023-04-05). Trump's First Day in Court as Criminal Defendant: Here's the Lowdown. sputniknews.com On April 4, Trump was arraigned in court after a Manhattan grand jury indicted him on 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree in connection to his alleged involvement in a hush money payment and subsequent cover-up linked to a purported affair with adult film actress Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential elections. (2023-04-05). Zelensky Reportedly Arrives in Poland. sputniknews.com WARSAW (Sputnik) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Poland to meet with the country's leadership, Polish broadcaster reported on Wednesday, citing sources. (2023-04-05). Juan Manuel Muñoa: "La cámara me llena de vida y me da fuerzas" (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Una cosa es el tiempo y otra es la vida. Cuando un hombre entregado a su oficio, sirve, lucha y persevera, su espíritu no envejece y el cuerpo -cargado de años- se muestra enhiesto y firme. Eso le pasa a Juan Manuel Muñoa, quien con 88 años sigue en pie, dibujando el tiempo con su mirada y su latir. "La cámara me llena de vida y me da fuerzas". (2023-04-05). Chapeando: Trump o la lucha (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Cuando se revelan las declaraciones de ingresos salta a la vista que están viviendo de esta guerra contra su país sin arriesgar más que su propia imagen, aunque no parece importarles demasiado. Trump y sus seguidores se merecen mutuamente. Y ambas partes merecen cárcel, aunque aún ahora, en el contexto del posible juicio, es dudoso que les toque allí. (2023-04-05). De Irak a Cuba: De la propaganda de guerra al periodismo subvencionado (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El pasado febrero, un periodista de News Nation era arrestado, cuando cubría la rueda de prensa del gobernador de Ohio, sobre el incendio de un tren con químicos peligrosos. Imaginen los titulares si el incendio ocurrido en la base petrolífera de Matanzas se hubiera tapado durante varios días. De esa manipulación mediática a conveniencia se trata este material. (2023-04-05). øQué ha pasado con la sal en Cuba? Almacenes llenos, pero… cubadebate.cu Adiss no tuvo otra alternativa que comprar el paquete a 150 pesos. "Sí, sellado, de los que tiene el cartelito", dice enfáticamente y agrega que hace varios meses hay atrasos en su bodega para adquirir el producto. (2023-04-05). Conozca el equipo cubano de béisbol a los V Juegos del Alba. cubadebate.cu Dos receptores, cinco jugadores de cuadro, igual cifra de jardineros y ocho lanzadores componen el equipo cubano sub-23 años convocado a los V Juegos del Alba de Venezuela 2023, previstos del 21 al 29 de abril en los estados de Caracas, Miranda y La Guaira. El elenco se entrena por estos días en Morón, bajo la dirección del villaclareño Julio César àÅlvarez. (2023-04-05). Javier Mirabal encauza lechada para Villa Clara en béisbol cubano. cubadebate.cu "El 20 de abril me incorporaré al conjunto Olmecas de Tabasco, con sede en Villahermosa, Tabasco, México, pero aproveché para aportar a mi equipo Azucareros, mientras llega el visado", dijo el espigado lanzador. Al diestro, oriundo del municipio Placetas, le marcaron hoy lanzamientos de 95 millas por hora y anduvo en todo el trayecto rondando las 90. (2023-04-05). Las 3 del día: La República de Cuba ganó el pleito en Londres y las noticias del 4 de abril (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Bienvenidos a Las 3 del Día, el podcast de Cubadebate que te trae las noticias más importantes de este cuatro de abril. Sobre las actividades realizadas en conmemoración al 4 de abril, la victoria de la República de Cuba en el pleito de Londres, así como otras noticias del día hablamos aquí en nuestro podcast. Ponte los audífonos que ya comenzamos. (2023-04-05). Participará Díaz-Canel en Cumbre de Presidentes de América Latina y el Caribe convocada por México. cubadebate.cu Según la Presidencia, durante el evento se acordarán acciones para encontrar soluciones conjuntas y enfrentar con urgencia los altos precios de los alimentos y las presiones inflacionarias sobre la canasta básica, bienes intermedios y servicios en la región. Los participantes avanzarán en la definición de facilidades comerciales, medidas logísticas y financieras. (2023-04-05). Policía israelí ataca a palestinos en la Mezquita de Al_Aqsa. cubadebate.cu La policía israelí llevó a cabo una redada en la mezquita de Al-Aqsa en la Ciudad Vieja de Jerusalén el miércoles temprano (hora local) y atacó a feligreses palestinos, de acuerdo con reportes de medios de comunicación palestinos, aumentando los temores de que se intensifiquen las tensiones mientras coinciden las festividades islámica y judía. (2023-04-05). From Teacher & Union Organizer to Mayor: Brandon Johnson Wins Chicago Race in Upset Victory. democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Donald Trump Charged with 34 Felonies; He Intensifies Attacks on Judge, DA & Their Families. democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Headlines for April 5, 2023. democracynow.org Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Counts Before Lashing Out at DA Bragg, Judge on His Case, Teachers' Union Leader Brandon Johnson Defeats Corporate Candidate to Become Next Mayor of Chicago, Liberal Judge Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Race in Major Victory for Voting and Abortion Rights, Israeli Forces Violently Attack Al-Aqsa Worshipers, Arrest Hundreds During Ramadan Prayers, Colombia Tops List of Deadliest Country for Human Rights Activists, Massive Blaze at Bangladesh Clothing Market Burns Down 3,000 Shops, Anger and Mourning After 13 Women and Children Killed in Pakistan Food Distribution Stampede,… (2023-04-05). Progressive Judge Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Seat "In the Most Important Election of 2023" democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Ralph Nader: Trump Arrest Was "Massively Overdue" After Turning White House into a "Daily Crime Scene" democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Tennessee Republicans Move to Expel 3 Democratic Lawmakers for Supporting Student-Led Gun Protests. democracynow.org (2023-04-05). The Collapse of the War System Is Not Outpacing the Collapse of the Earth's Climate and Ecosystems. davidswanson.org (2023-04-05). Cuba Wins Lawsuit Against Vulture Fund in London Court. orinocotribune.com In a hearing held on Tuesday at the High Court of England and Wales, Judge Sara Cockerill notified the lawyers for the parties of the judgment corresponding to the lawsuit filed by the vulture fund CRF 1 Limited against the Republic of Cuba and the Banco Nacional de Cuba (BNC). | The ruling accepted the standpoint sustained by the Cuban side during the process and dismissed CRF's claim against the Cuban state. | According to the court ruling, the wrongdoings by BNC officials, subject first to a criminal investigation and then a court ruling, were reasonable grounds for the Cuban government to deny its consent to… (2023-04-05). Venezuela & Guinea-Bissau Celebrate 17 Years of Diplomacy, Launch Bilateral Commission. orinocotribune.com Given the turmoil of the current global geopolitical landscape, the Global South must demonstrate that "it can build a more egalitarian world under cooperation, solidarity and complementarity," said the foreign minister of Venezuela, Yván Gil, during the Venezuela—Guinea-Bissau Joint Commission this Tuesday. | The launching ceremony of the joint commission between the two countries took place in the Casa Amarilla, headquarters of the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Venezuela, with the presence of Guinea Bissau's vice prime minister of interior and public order, Soares Sambú, and the Venezuelan Foreign M… (2023-04-05). Venezuela's Army Seizes Armed Narco Vehicle in Zulia State. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-05). Bridge of Peace and Prosperity Proposed From the Arab World to Syria. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Israel's new far-right government: Analysis. bdsmovement.net (2023-04-05). Israel imprisons over 1,000 Palestinians without charge or trial. electronicintifada.net Veteran hunger striker has refused food for 60 days. (2023-04-05). Extra anti-sabotage measures to be taken in Russia's new regions. tass.com "Any attempt to destabilize the socio-political situation and undermine the constitutional order will be severely intercepted in accordance with Russian legislation," Nikolay Patrushev said… (2023-04-05). Wheat prices in Russia fall to 2019 level — experts. tass.com According to experts, prices fell due to an excess of wheat and lack of demand from exporters… (2023-04-05). FESCO notes cargo shipping growth between Vietnam, Russia. tass.com It is reported that the number of cargo shipments to Russia from Vietnam is steadily growing… (2023-04-05). Putin notes results of joint work of Russia, Belarus in economic area. tass.com It is noted that Russian-Belarusian trade increased by 12% over the past year and it's "impressive" in absolute terms… (2023-04-05). Putin, Lukashenko note positive aspects of sanctions. tass.com "Prices are going down," the Russian leader said… (2023-04-05). Bulgaria bans access for ships certified by Russian register. tass.com It is highlighted that the prohibition of access is introduced on the basis of EU regulations… (2023-04-05). Forbes adds six Russians to its list of billionaires. tass.com Among them is Andrey Krivenko, the founder of the Vkusvill retail chain, with a fortune of $2.1 billion… (2023-04-05). Two Sverdlovsk Region residents nabbed for spying for Ukraine — FSB. tass.com The couple was paid by Ukrainian intelligence services in exchange for military-technical data that could be used against Russian forces during a special operation, the FSB reports… (2023-04-05). Sverdlovsk Region residents detained for spying confess to sharing blueprints. tass.com The reward from the Ukrainian special services amounted to about 100 thousand rubles… (2023-04-05). US journalist jailed by Russia in good health, meets his lawyers. tass.com Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested in Russia, has no health problems, said Emma Tucker, editor-in-chief of the publication… (2023-04-05). Assault rifle, bulletproof vest found on Ukrainian pilot crashed in Bryansk Region. tass.com The crash caused no injuries or damage on the ground… (2023-04-05). Ukrainian pilot detained in Bryansk Region was guided via communication devices. tass.com The pilot, who landed near the settlement of Butovsk, was spotted by local residents, who contacted security agencies… (2023-04-05). French charge d'affaires summoned to Russian foreign ministry. tass.com Jay Darmadikari was protested because of the publication about the actions of the Russian military in Bucha… (2023-04-05). Russia, Belarus will endure Western pressure, won't collapse — Lukashenko. tass.com "And those who hope, or proposed to us, or forecast that we would collapse – we haven't collapsed at all," the Belarusian leader said… (2023-04-05). Russia, US are in hot phase of war — Lavrov. tass.com The top diplomat stressed that Ukrainian Nazis are fighting mostly with US weapons… (2023-04-05). Ukrainian families being torn apart in Europe, mothers turn to Russia for help — envoy. tass.com "The problem has reached such proportions that Ukrainian mothers, who have lost all hope of getting justice, flood social networks with messages and ask us for help," Nebenzya said… (2023-04-05). Kiev's arms suppliers blame Russia for situation with children in Ukraine — UN envoy. tass.com Vasily Nebenzya said that Western countries are trying to accuse Moscow of "abducting" minors from Ukraine… (2023-04-05). Russian defenses deeply layered across entire frontline — DPR Head Advisor. tass.com Gagin specified that up to four lines of defense have been constructed on some directions… (2023-04-05). Trump charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records — indictment. tass.com It was stated that during his presidential campaign, the ex US president "made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise" (2023-04-05). Trump slams charges against him as election meddling. tass.com Earlier, the former US president was charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records of his company, the Trump Organization… (2023-04-05). Russian mission to broadcast informal UN Security Council meeting on Telegram. tass.com On Tuesday, the broadcasting of the Russia-initiated informal meeting was blocked… (2023-04-05). Nicaragua condemns war blogger Tatarsky's murder in St. Petersburg terror attack. tass.com On April 2, Maxim Fomin, better known as Vladlen Tatarsky, was killed in a blast that rocked a cafe in downtown St. Petersburg… (2023-04-05). ICC statements about forced evacuations of children from Donbass are wrong — DPR official. tass.com DPR Commissioner Darya Morozova said that "the ICC has discredited its professional competence and fully exposed its bias" (2023-04-05). Russian authorities took exhaustive measures to ensure security of children — ombudsman. tass.com Morozova underscored that the decision on evacuation, made by DPR authorities on February 18, 2022, was the only possible amid the escalation… (2023-04-05). Putin signs decree on holding World Youth Festival in 2024. tass.com The President approved the composition of the organizing committee for the preparation of the event… (2023-04-05). Russian human rights commissioner urged to help exchange two priests jailed in Ukraine. tass.com The document states that the clergymen have suffered torture and that their lives and health are in danger… (2023-04-05). No formal requests for return of children received from Ukraine — Russian commissioner. tass.com Lvova-Belova pointed out that to date, 16 Ukrainian children are staying in children's health camps in Crimea and the Krasnodar Region… (2023-04-05). Trump says he did nothing illegal. tass.com The hearing was shocking to many in that they had no "surprises," said the former US president… (2023-04-05). Former US President Trump's trial expected to begin in January 2024 — AFP. tass.com CNN reported that the next face-to-face meeting that Trump is to attend is scheduled to take place on December 4, 2023… (2023-04-05). India to conduct first firing of S-400 air defense system soon — TV. tass.com In 2015, India expressed its intention to purchase Russian-made S-400 air defense systems… (2023-04-05). EU to discuss 11th sanctions package against Russia after Easter holiday — Politico. tass.com Earlier, it was noted that the 11th package would be aimed at countering loopholes and any circumvention… (2023-04-05). Frequent meetings with Putin necessary due to 28 union programs, Lukashenko says. tass.com According to the President of Belarus, much remains to be done within the framework of the Union State… (2023-04-05). Accidente de tren deja un muerto en Países Bajos. telesurtv.net El accidente ocurrió debido a una colisión entre un tren de pasajeros y otro de mercancías. (2023-04-05). Rescatados 440 migrantes de barca en riesgo en el Mediterráneo. telesurtv.net El barco humanitario de la ONG Médicos sin Fronteras (MSF) recibió una alerta de Alarm Phone y cambió de rumbo para prestar ayudar. (2023-04-05). Al menos 23 muertos por inundaciones en Somalia. telesurtv.net Según, La Oficina de las Naciones Unidas para la Coordinación de Asuntos Humanitarios (OCHA) cerca de 100.000 personas se han visto afectadas. (2023-04-05). Israel bombardea posiciones estratégicas en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El bombardeo israelí se produjo cuando el la mezquita de Al Aqsa, el ejército judío… (2023-04-05). Rusia afirma tomar medidas ante expansión de la OTAN. telesurtv.net Moscú considera la incorporación de Finlandia a la OTAN como "un atentado contra los intereses nacionales y la seguridad de Rusia". (2023-04-05). Rusia insta a flexibilizar relaciones entre Siria y Türkiye. telesurtv.net Lavrov señaló que las conversaciones entre Ankara y Damasco deben orientarse en la aspiración de "superar lo antes posible los problemas acumulados". (2023-04-05). Presentan a Albarino como mascota para V Juegos Deportivos del ALBA. telesurtv.net Esta edición de los Juegos del ALBA se llevará a cabo del 21 al 29 de abril en Miranda, La Guaira y el distrito capitalino (Caracas, Venezuela). (2023-04-05). Asesinan a otro líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz detalló que un grupo de hombres armados llegaron hasta un establecimiento público donde se encontraba la víctima y lo asesinaron. (2023-04-05). Reportan siete muertos tras avalancha de nieve en India. telesurtv.net Las autoridades estiman que al menos cinco o seis automóviles, con entre 20 y 30 turistas, quedaron atrapados bajo la nieve. (2023-04-05). México pide apoyo a China para controlar tráfico de fentanilo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado explicó que un apoyo inestimable sería compartir información sobre el tema. (2023-04-05). Donald Trump comparece ante Corte en Nueva York, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Antes de que se efectuara la lectura de cargos, Trump había sido puesto bajo arresto y en custodia policial. (2023-04-05). Incendio masivo destruye uno de los mayores mercados en Bangladés. telesurtv.net El incendio fue controlado a las 12H45 hora local (06H45 GMT) más de seis horas después de que comenzara en el mercado de Bangabazar la madrugada del martes. (2023-04-05). China se opone a escala de la presidenta de Taiwán en EE.UU. telesurtv.net La portavoz del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores Mao Ning indicó que dichos arreglos contravienen gravemente el principio de una sola China, que es acatado por EE.UU. (2023-04-05). Presidente Díaz-Canel expresa beneplácito a sentencia favorable a Cuba. telesurtv.net La sentencia acoge el planteamiento sostenido por la parte cubana durante el proceso y desestima la reclamación de CRF contra el Estado cubano. (2023-04-05). Negociaciones entre sindicatos y Gobierno fracasan en Francia. telesurtv.net El diálogo se realizó cuando los centrales obreras convocaron a una movilización para este jueves contra la reforma del sistema de pensiones. (2023-04-05). Irán celebra funeral de dos asesores militares asesinados por Israel. telesurtv.net Ambos asesores perdieron la vida en un ataque israelí lanzado el pasado viernes contra zonas aledañas de Damasco (capital siria). (2023-04-05). OMS alerta sobre creciente problema de la infertilidad. telesurtv.net A pesar de la magnitud del problema, las soluciones para la prevención, el diagnóstico y el tratamiento de la infertilidad siguen estando insuficientemente financiadas y son inaccesibles para muchos. (2023-04-05). Congreso rechaza debatir vacancia contra presidenta de Perú. telesurtv.net La iniciativa fue presentada por bancadas de izquierda y acusan a la mandataria Dina Boluarte por permanente incapacidad moral. (2023-04-05). Acusada del atentado en San Petersburgo recibe sentencia. telesurtv.net Ante un tribunal de Moscú, Vladlén Tatarsk, presunta autora del crimen escuchó la sentencia en su contra: dos meses de prisión preventiva. (2023-04-05). Condenan ataque israelí a mezquita Al Aqsa, en Jerusalén. telesurtv.net Medios palestinos reportaron que la redada y golpiza perpetrada por policías israelíes contra los fieles musulmanes dejó entre 400 y 500 detenidos, así como 350 heridos. (2023-04-05). Fallecidos a causa de terremotos en Türkiye ascienden a 50.399. twitter.com Prosigue el proceso de identificación de quienes perdieron la vida, por lo que esa cifra continuará actualizándose. (2023-04-05). Guerra del Pacífico, una disputa territorial que se mantiene. telesurtv.net Desde 1879 hasta la fecha, el pueblo de Bolivia no renuncia a su derecho a tener una salida al mar. (2023-04-05). Aumenta a 30 cifra de muertos por deslizamiento de tierra en Alausí, Ecuador. telesurtv.net El desastre dejó además al menos 61 personas desaparecidas, mientras 32 fueron rescatadas, de acuerdo con cifras oficiales. (2023-04-05). México anuncia nueva nacionalización de la industria eléctrica. telesurtv.net López Obrador indicó que con esta adquisición la Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) generará 55.5 por ciento de la energía de todo el país. (2023-04-05). Cinco obras imperdibles de Rómulo Gallegos. telesurtv.net Rómulo Gallegos es reconocido y recordado por su amplio legado literario inmortal. (2023-04-05). China patrulla Taiwán ante nueva provocación de EE.UU. telesurtv.net La víspera la portavoz de la Cancillería china, Mao Ning, denunció que la reunión viola el principio de una sola China. (2023-04-05). Denuncian intención de destruir iglesia ortodoxa en Ucrania. telesurtv.net Templos regidos por la Iglesia Ortodoxa Ucraniana viven escenas de tensión por la operación militar especial de Rusia. (2023-04-05). Presidente Macron y lideresa de la UE inician visita a China. telesurtv.net El presidente francés y 50 directivos de empresas que le acompañan concretarán ventajosos contratos comerciales. (2023-04-05). Senado de Chile votará polémica "ley del gatillo fácil" telesurtv.net La ley es apoyada por la derecha y rechazada por otros sectores; así como por organizaciones defensoras de los DD.HH.. (2023-04-05). Sismo de magnitud 6,6 sacude la costa este de Filipinas. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de Filipinas no han informado de posibles víctimas o daños materiales; pero se emitió alerta de tsunami. (2023-04-05). Ataque israelí a mezquita de Al-Aqsa deja al menos 300 heridos. telesurtv.net Este mes los musulmanes celebran el Ramadán y se encontraban rezando en la mezquita que estaba llena de mujeres, niños y personas mayores… (2023-04-05). Bolsonaro declara por caso de joyas sauditas. telesurtv.net Otras nueve personas, a la par de Bolsonaro, testificarán de forma simultánea y presencial en la sede de la PF en Brasilia. (2023-04-05). Enfrentamiento en cárcel de Ecuador deja tres fallecidos. telesurtv.net La penitenciaría La Roca, ubicada en el puerto de Guayaquil, tiene capacidad para unos 150 reclusos y albergaba a 23 reclusos. (2023-04-05). Argentina y Bolivia se asocian para explorar pozo de gas boliviano. telesurtv.net El ejecutivo de YPFB indicó que es crucial seguir trabajando en el upstream, que es la exploración y producción de gas y líquidos. (2023-04-05). Continúa alerta naranja por volcán Nevado del Ruiz en Colombia. telesurtv.net El director de Geoamenazas del SGC, John Makario Londoño, refirió que el volcán continúa con una inestabilidad importante en la actividad sísmica. (2023-04-05). Cuba envía condolencias a Somalia tras afectaciones por lluvias. telesurtv.net Más de 20 muertos han sido registrados como consecuencia de las fuertes lluvias e inundaciones. (2023-04-05). Registran sismo de magnitud 6,7 en Panamá. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico ocurrió a las 17H18 (hora local) a unos 10 kilómetros (km) de profundidad. (2023-04-05). Instalan I Reunión de Comisión Mixta Venezuela – Guinea Bissau. telesurtv.net El diplomático venezolano recordó que el próximo 6 de abril se cumplirán 17 años del establecimiento de las relaciones diplomáticas. (2023-04-05). Beneath the Trump Circus, American Democracy faces up to a vital Challenge. juancole.com (2023-04-05). Vaccine Shedding & Graphene Oxide: Secret Pfizer Documents & Studies prove Graphene is in the COVID Vaccines & Shedding is sadly occurring with Deadly Consequences. expose-news.com For over two years, concerned citizens around the world have been voicing their concerns about the safety of the novel Covid-19 mRNA vaccines. Yet, time and time again, they have been dismissed … (2023-04-05). Day after India's strong reaction, China says Arunachal Pradesh part of 'our territory'. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Marvin Haynes' Family and Supporters Demand His Release from Prison. unicornriot.ninja (2023-04-05). China's Historical Destiny is to Stand With the Third World. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-05). àöltima hora: "Segunda ofensiva de Rusia": Vladimir afila la cuchilla; Volodymyr engorda el ternero. globalizacion.ca (2023-04-05). Chicago State University faculty and staff strike against low pay and high workloads. wsws.org More than 160 faculty and staff at Chicago State University (CSU) went on strike Monday against low pay and high workloads, as administrators remained firm in their resolve to make workers pay for decades of budget cuts at public universities throughout the state. (2023-04-05). Australian parliamentary report urges boost to war powers. wsws.org This report is another warning that the Labor government is preparing to join an aggressive US-led war against China, and regardless of even pretences of adhering to international law. (2023-04-05). Former German foreign minister Joschka Fischer declares Ukraine War is "Global power struggle for future world order" wsws.org In a recent article, Fischer, a leading member of Germany's Greens, says what the Ukraine war is really about: the imperialist domination of the United States and the major European powers over Russia, China and the "global South." (2023-04-05). Australian Labor government's claim it cannot free Assange is a lie. wsws.org Australian governments, including the current Labor administration, have repeatedly exercised their legal and diplomatic powers to secure the release of citizens facing persecution abroad. (2023-04-05). The mass protests in Israel and the "left-anti-Semitism" witch-hunt. wsws.org The political lie of the unchallenged universal legitimacy of the state of Israel has suffered a devastating exposure with the mass protest movement of Jewish Israelis against the far-right government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (2023-04-05). UK Royal Mail postal workers speak on their forming a rank-and-file committee. wsws.org "It was good to learn about the struggles of workers in France and of postal workers in Germany and Australia. Workers are faced with the same problems and are in the same fight." (2023-04-05). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 2. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe. (2023-04-05). University of Michigan graduate student strike continues after judge denies injunction. wsws.org This denial of a preliminary injunction is by no means a victory for the striking graduate students, who should place no faith in the bourgeois legal system. (2023-04-05). What the merger of CP Rail and Kansas City Southern means for North American rail workers. wsws.org CPKC will operate nearly 33,000 kilometres of rail and employ approximately 20,000 people across one of the world's largest free-trade zones under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement. (2023-04-05). Trump arraignment: A degraded political spectacle that covers up his real crimes. wsws.org The Democrats have engineered the indictment of Trump on a sex scandal while downplaying his real crimes against democratic rights and democracy itself. (2023-04-05). Michigan's school buildings: Neglected and unfunded. wsws.org With time running out to spend the federal funds provided under the pandemic CARES Act, Michigan schools require billions more. (2023-04-05). The pathetic farce of Mélenchon's aborted "march on the Elysée Palace" wsws.org The pseudo-left's latest phony act of "opposition" to Macron ended in a few Stalinist legislators hand-delivering a letter to Macron begging him to withdraw his attack on pensions. (2023-04-05). Teamsters bureaucracy offers hot air to UPS workers at contract rallies. wsws.org There is serious concern by the union bureaucracy, which has spent decades giving up one concession after another, that it could lose control of a restive and angry rank and file. (2023-04-05). French rail workers denounce Macron and his fraudulent "mediation" with the unions. wsws.org Amid growing anger with Macron's dictatorial imposition of pension cuts, WSWS journalists interviewed railworkers in Paris about the call to bring down Macron via a general strike. (2023-04-05). Pro-war Social Democrat-led government paves way for right-wing victory in Finnish elections. wsws.org Two days after the victory of the conservative National Coalition Party in Sunday's election set the stage for a sharp shift to the right in domestic politics, Finland formally joined NATO Tuesday in a vast escalation of the US-NATO war on Russia. (2023-04-05). Jacobin, DSA promote fraud of "reformed" UAW administration after bargaining convention. wsws.org The DSA is working to provide a counterfeit "left" cover for the nationalist, pro-capitalist perspective which the UAW bureaucracy bases itself on. (2023-04-05). LO tacitly backs French unions' call for "mediation" to strangle fight against Macron. wsws.org As the conflict between workers and the French capitalist state mounts, Lutte ouvrière is backing the union bureaucracies' moves to block a struggle to bring down Macron. (2023-04-05). Sarah Polley's Women Talking: What made the appalling sexual abuse possible? wsws.org In 2011, seven men were convicted of drugging and raping more than 130 women and children between 2005 and 2009. An eighth man was later convicted of supplying the drugs. (2023-04-05). Leon Trotsky and the Struggle for Socialism in the Twenty-first Century. wsws.org Leon Trotsky was the most significant figure in the history of socialism during the first four decades of the twentieth century, and his legacy remains the critical and indispensable theoretical and political foundation of the ongoing contemporary struggle for the victory of world socialism. (2023-04-05). Friday 3/31: Practical Anarchy and Gardens of the Mind. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave | Berkeley CA… (2023-04-04). Rights groups express concern over proposed anti-terrorism bill in Sri Lanka. peoplesdispatch.org Sri Lanka's latest anti-terror legislation gives greater powers to law enforcement agencies, which human rights groups fear will be used to suppress the democratic rights of citizens… (2023-04-04). Reporters Without Borders barred from visiting Julian Assange. peoplesdispatch.org Two leaders from NGO Reporters Without Borders (RSF) were barred from visiting imprisoned journalist Julian Assange on April 4 in Belmarsh Prison. RSF Secretary-General Christophe Deloire and Director of Operations Rebecca Vincent were not able to carry out their visit with Assange, a visit which had taken months to secure. Belmarsh Prison Governor Jenny Louis denied their visit at the last minute because she had "received intelligence" that the two were journalists. | "We followed all of the prison's procedures and rules. We arrived early with all documents. But we were told at reception that we would not be all… (2023-04-04). Massive rallies across Portugal demand affordable and dignified housing. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-04). Israeli Supreme Court rules against eviction of Palestinian family in East Jerusalem. peoplesdispatch.org Jewish settler groups have been trying to expel the Palestinian Sumarin family from their home in the town of Silwan in occupied East Jerusalem for over 30 years… (2023-04-04). Fourth Israeli airstrike inside Syria in less than a week kills two civilians. peoplesdispatch.org The Syrian Foreign Ministry has recently stated that the repeated Israeli airstrikes inside its territory were coordinated with extremist forces in the country that are fighting the government… (2023-04-04). Chinese peace negotiations in Eurasia are gaining ground. journal-neo.org (2023-04-04). Trump's Arrest a Message to Israel and the Neocons. journal-neo.org (2023-04-04). Yoon Suk-yeol's Visit to Japan. journal-neo.org (2023-04-04). Anonymity Online: Is It Possible to Not Leave a Trace? strategic-culture.org Given that close monitoring online (online surveillance) now begins at an early age, digital hygiene should be well taken care of ever since one's childhood. | There seems to be an illusion with the inexperienced internet users that only some individuals are being closely monitored and secretly 'surveilled' online. An ordinary user tends to think that to secretly monitor and listen to an unsuspecting online user is too costly and complicated and that one particular individual, he or she i.e. a simple user, is not particularly interesting to anybody to be listened to or closely monitored at all. | But the facts ha… (2023-04-04). Congress Has Been Captured by the Arms Industry. strategic-culture.org By William D. HARTUNG | On March 13th, the Pentagon rolled out its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The results were — or at least should have been — stunning, even by the standards of a department that's used to getting what it wants when it wants it. | The new Pentagon budget would come in at (2023-04-04). Remembering the Iraq Invasion. strategic-culture.org (2023-04-04). The Tragedy of U.S. Diplomacy Pushing for War, but Never Peace. strategic-culture.org In a brilliant op-ed published in the New York Times, the Quincy Institute's Trita Parsi explained how China, with help from Iraq, was able to mediate and resolve the deeply-rooted conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia, whereas the United States was in no position to do so after siding with the Saudi kingdom against Iran for decades. The title of Parsi's article, "The U.S. Is Not an Indispensable Peacemaker,"refers to former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's use of the term "indispensable nation" to describe the U.S. role in… (2023-04-04). Mexico prepares for Spring Break. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-04). The French People Battle Pension Reform In Paris. popularresistance.org This second, and last, term of presidency for Emmanuel Macron has been highlighted with increased police violence. The French parliament passed a bill making it obligatory to declare every demonstration to the authorities. Declared demonstrations, for the most part, do not face police violence. | Yet, last month demonstrators of all ages were on the streets of France every day, rioting and expressing their anger at the decisions of president Macron. These spontaneous non-declared demonstrations are being targeted by police. The latest incidents in Saint Soline on March 25, demonstrate how police are dealing with… (2023-04-04). Liberals: Burn the Place Down! americanthinker.com Our liberal friends and their devoted activists will keep doing their best to Burn the Place Down. Because that is the only thing they know to do. (2023-04-04). Save Stanford: Appoint Scott Atlas or Jay Bhattacharya as President. americanthinker.com Stanford University's reputation is in freefall as this once-revered university makes headlines for all the wrong reasons. (2023-04-04). Soros's Justice in U.S. and Israel. americanthinker.com By twisting the law to indict Trump, Bragg, the radical Left, and Soros hope not only to prevent his reelection as President but also to quash growing opposition and protests by the majority of Americans. (2023-04-04). Texas Medical Board Suspends Doctor for Choosing to Do No Harm. americanthinker.com Not only is the Texas Medical Board guilty of injustice in their sanctioning of Dr. Eric Hensen, they are also responsible for prescribing treatment that amounts to nothing less than medical malpractice. (2023-04-04). The Nightmare of Reparations. americanthinker.com California's proposed reparations programs will be a monument to raw power, racial division, and tyranny. (2023-04-04). A first pass at understanding the facts and allegations around Trump's arrest *UPDATED*. americanthinker.com The indictment is a case of massive overcharging and the alleged facts leave a lot to be desired. (2023-04-04). Biden hands the Middle East to China. americanthinker.com While the United States has been hypnotized by our domestic battle of Biden versus Trump, China has made a major move in the Middle East. (2023-04-04). Biden's shameful condemnation of Israel's democracy-enhancing judicial reform. americanthinker.com Does the U.S. president, the leader of the Democrat party, understand democracy in Israel and in his own country correctly?> (2023-04-04). Biden's shameful condemnation of Israel's democracy-enhancing judicial reform. americanthinker.com Does the US President, the leader of the Democratic Party, understand democracy in Israel and in his own country correctly?> (2023-04-04). Cascading mistakes are destroying our nation. americanthinker.com We have replaced competence with ineptitude, truth with propaganda, and courage with cowardice. (2023-04-04). Giorgia Meloni's government stands up for Italy's Mediterranean diet. americanthinker.com Go for it, Italy! (2023-04-04). I didn't know it was that easy to become a girl. americanthinker.com Today, we have a man who just celebrated 365 days of being a girl, and it earned him a beer sponsorship contract. (2023-04-04). I didn't know that it was that easy to become a girl. americanthinker.com Today, we have a man who just celebrated 365 days of being a girl and it earned him a beer sponsorship contract. (2023-04-04). My letter to the Minnesota official who demanded parents respect their kids' identities. americanthinker.com 'I'm writing to tell you that you've inspired me to change my parenting.' (2023-04-04). My letter to the Minnesota official who demanded parents respect their kids' identities. americanthinker.com I'm writing to tell you that you've inspired me to change my parenting. (2023-04-04). Surprise, surprise: Migrant remittances to Mexico and Central America are soaring. americanthinker.com Funny what COVID payouts and a border surge will do. (2023-04-04). Time for the GOP to serve Democrats a taste of their own medicine. americanthinker.com This is an occasion for the GOP to stop being reactive to Democrat narratives, and instead become drivers of their own narrative. (2023-04-04). What if Bush and Obama defended Trump? americanthinker.com Maybe our country could get off this roller coaster ride to perdition if the Former Presidents Club members all united. (2023-04-04). Why Biden should follow the Gerald Ford precedent. americanthinker.com The best political and personal move for Biden would be to follow the Gerald Ford precedent and grant a full pardon to Donald Trump… (2023-04-04). Will you like what's coming? americanthinker.com Here are a few questions to see whether you're prepared for life under permanent Democrat or Uniparty governance. (2023-04-04). Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Has Major Ramifications for 2024 Election. truthout.org A crucial election in Wisconsin on Tuesday will decide the fate of democracy in the state and have major ramifications for the 2024 presidential election, says reporter Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones. At stake is a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a 4-3 conservative majority. Although technically nonpartisan, the election is a showdown… | (2023-04-04). Ecuador: Rising death toll from landslides highlights mining risks. greenleft.org.au Landslides in Ecuador's Chimborazo province have left at least 28 people dead, with dozens still missing, reports Ana Zorita. Despite the region's steep topography and vulnerability to earthquakes, companies are seeking to exploit the area for large-scale copper and gold mining. (2023-04-04). Lavrov Debunked Western Propaganda Warning About Russia's "Dependence" on China. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The Black American Intelligence Report On The Rising 'No Labels' Political Organization. moguldom.com The No Labels political organization continues to grow and is wielding its power. The bi-partisan group has also gotten the backing of Black American notables. But is this a good move? Established in 2010, No Labels is a political organization supporting centrist, bi-partisan policies and politics. It is a registered non-profit and does not disclose … (2023-04-04). LSU Champion and MVP Angel Reese on Jill Biden's Invite to Iowa: 'A Joke'. moguldom.com On April 2, the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers women's basketball team won the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship title. It was the first basketball title, men's or women's, in school history. The team bested the University of Iowa's Hawkeyes and its star player, guard Caitlin Clark. LSU's Angel Reese was named Most … (2023-04-04). 5 Things to Know About The Mayor Race in Chicago: Is It As Simple as Black and White? moguldom.com The race for mayor of Chicago will come to a head today, April 4. The 2023 Chicago mayoral election was held on Feb. 28, but no candidate received a majority of votes in the initial round of the election. So now a runoff election will determine things. Incumbent mayor Lori Lightfoot ran for a second … (2023-04-04). In Video: Ukrainian Commanders Forbid Evacuation Of Dead Comrades. southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Overview: Ukrainian Forces Retreat To Western Outskirts Of Bakhmut (Video 18+). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Bakhmut On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Donbass On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Syria On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Ukraine On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Philippines Announces Locations of Four New US Bases. southfront.org (2023-04-04). Protest US-UK-NATO War Policy: April 15 in Topsham, Maine. southfront.org (2023-04-04). Russian Defence Minister Assessed Interim Results Os Military Operations In Ukraine, Describes Retaliatory Measures To NATO Threats. southfront.org (2023-04-04). UPDATED: Donald Trump Under Arrest And Awaiting Arraignment. southfront.org (2023-04-04). What Kind of Ukraine Do We Support? southfront.org (2023-04-04). Locations Of US Carrier Strike Groups — April 4, 2023. southfront.org (2023-04-04). NATO Prepares For Air Battles With Russia Over Ukraine. southfront.org (2023-04-04). White Supremacists, Fentanyl and Meth (OPINION). latinorebels.com While immigrants continue to be linked to the fentanyl crisis, the truth is much harder to confront for white America. (2023-04-04). Reagan and Trump, two peas in a union-busting pod. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Inglorious Inertia: The Albanese Government and Julian Assange. dissidentvoice.org The sham that is the Assange affair, a scandal of monumental proportions connived in by the AUKUS powers, shows no signs of abating. Prior to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese assuming office in Australia, he insisted that the matter dealing with the WikiLeaks publisher would be finally resolved. It had, he asserted, been going on for … (2023-04-04). Inglorious inertia: Albanese, Smith and Julian Assange. greenleft.org.au As with all matters regarding United States policy, Australia will, if not agree outright with Washington, adopt a non-committal position — "quiet diplomacy". Binoy Kampmark reports. (2023-04-04). Turning tides: The US Congress and Julian Assange. greenleft.org.au In the United States, Democratic Congressperson Rashida Tlaib has urged fellow Congress members to sign a letter to US Attorney-General Merrick Garland urging him to drop the charges against Julian Assange, reports Binoy Kampmark. (2023-04-04). Over 400 Human Rights Defenders Murdered Worldwide Last Year. popularresistance.org For the first time since such killings have been tracked, more than 400 human rights defenders were murdered worldwide last year, with nearly half of these targeted killings occurring in Colombia, a report published Tuesday revealed. | According to Front Line Defenders' annual global analysis, at least 401 human rights defenders (HRDs) in 26 countries were victims of targeted killings in 2022, up from 358 people murdered in 35 countries the previous year. | The report notes that five countries—Colombia, Ukraine, Mexico, Brazil, and Honduras—accounted for over 80% of HRD murders in 2022, with Colombia… (2023-04-04). 'Break up Big Ag,' says Sanders after egg giant posts 718% profit increase. nationofchange.org Sanders joined Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Rep. Katie Porter, and others in questioning Cal-Maine Foods' claim that an avian flu outbreak is to blame for soaring egg prices. (2023-04-04). Imagine if All Officials Were Interrogated by Reporters Like This. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). Public Nuisances or Private Business? latinorebels.com Twenty-two mayors across Puerto Rico have delegated the process of declaring structures as public nuisances to a private firm, a practice that has led to many of the original property owners being deprived of fair compensation. (2023-04-04). China warns US House Speaker not to meet Taiwan president. channelnewsasia.com China says a meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will further damage Sino-US relations. (2023-04-04). China's intensifying nuclear-armed submarine patrols add complexity for US, allies: Analysts. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). As Japan ages, young Indonesians train to fill caregiver jobs. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Malaysia PM Anwar says Petronas project in South China Sea in Malaysian territory. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Indonesia's Harita Nickel sets IPO price at 1,250 rupiah a share. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). SK Hynix raises $1.7 billion convertible bond amid chip glut. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Thai exports seen contracting 10% year-on-year in first quarter – shippers' group. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Jimin of BTS is first South Korean solo artiste to top Billboard Hot 100 chart. channelnewsasia.com Jimin's single Like Crazy debuted at No 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 this week, bumping Miley Cyrus' Flowers out of the top spot, where it had reigned for eight weeks. (2023-04-04). Sempat berpeluang hidup 5%, pensiunan tentara Singapura ini taklukkan kanker dan rintis bisnis penganan. channelnewsasia.com Penyintas kanker Fuad Fahmi rintis bakeri rumahan Captain Roti, menjual aneka pastri ala Prancis dengan sentuhan lokal. (2023-04-04). Chanel takes to the stars with an interstellar themed capsule collection of watches. channelnewsasia.com At Watches & Wonders 2023, fashion house Chanel released a capsule collection inspired by the worlds of science fiction, space and time travel. Here are some highlights. (2023-04-04). Maid gets jail for biting baby who would not sleep. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Moeen happy to be Dhoni's selective spin weapon at Chennai. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). NZ women swap white shorts for blue over period anxieties. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Trump is heading to court. Here's what to expect. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). EU seeks reset with China in shadow of Ukraine war. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). First woman, black astronaut to make 2024 flight around Moon. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). From the Cold War to the Ukraine war: NATO in brief. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Trump, Trump, Trump: US TV turns to old habits. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). US tech edge eroding, AUKUS must pool resources to compete with China: Australia conference. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). West trying to drive a wedge between Moscow, Beijing: Russian foreign minister. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). The U.N. Is Coming for Your Water. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). DeSantis Signs Permitless Carry Gun Bill Into Law During Nonpublic Ceremony. truthout.org During a private signing ceremony — and exactly one week after a mass shooting that killed three children and three adults at a school in Nashville, Tennessee — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis quietly signed a bill into law allowing state residents to carry a concealed loaded gun without a permit. The bill was signed behind closed doors — an unusual move for the governor, who typically signs bills with… | (2023-04-04). Tennessee GOP Plans to Expel Democrats Over Peaceful Gun Reform Protests. truthout.org Republican lawmakers in the Tennessee state House of Representatives have taken steps to expel three of their Democratic colleagues after the Democrats participated in a protest for gun reform on the House floor last week. Thousands of protesters have gathered at the Tennessee capitol over the past week to demand gun reform after a Nashville school shooting killed three adults and three children… | (2023-04-04). Trump Becomes First Ex-President to Be Indicted in US History. truthout.org On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump was formally arraigned by the Manhattan District Attorney's office in New York City, making him the first former president to be indicted in United States history. District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree, each of which is a felony offense, and conspiracy relating to those payments. | (2023-04-04). The Second Cold War is more dangerous than the first. mronline.org (2023-04-04). The So Far Non-Existent Russian Vulkan Leaks. Craig Murray. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Montana Repeals State Energy Policy As Climate Trial Nears. popularresistance.org Montana has repealed its 30-year-old energy policy — including a 2011 amendment that prioritized fossil-fuel development. The move comes as a June trial date approaches for a youth-led climate lawsuit against the state. | In the lawsuit, Held v. State of Montana, sixteen Montana children and teenagers say that by actively promoting a fossil-fuel based energy system that is dangerous to the climate, state officials are violating the "right to a clean and healthful environment" for present and future generations under the state Constitution. It is the first constitutional climate case to go to trial in the Un… (2023-04-04). Fact Check: 21 Percent Of CEOs In Corporate America Are Psychopaths. moguldom.com Despite a world-class talent for entrepreneurship, Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs parked in the disabled parking spots, displayed low empathy and antisocial behavior and bullied his employees. He eventually got fired from his own company. Twitter owner and Tesla co-founder Elon Musk was combative with investors, the media, employees, and his social media audience. … (2023-04-04). A Microchip Brain: Company Releases Brain Implant To Treat Depression. moguldom.com A penny-sized microchip embedded under your scalp and powered wirelessly by an external device could deliver tiny electrical pulses to the region of your brain affected by severe depression and replace conventional antidepressants, according to Los Angeles-based startup Inner Cosmos. Inner Cosmos is one of a growing number of tech companies making brain implants, but … (2023-04-04). Russia Will Beef Up Forces in Northwest as Finland Joins NATO. news.antiwar.com Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko has said that Russia will beef up its military presence in its northwestern territory in response to Finland joining NATO. Finland's ascension into NATO will more than double the alliance's territory on the Russian border. The Russian-Finnish border is about 810 miles long and will now become more militarized. … (2023-04-04). Two Civilians Killed in Latest Israeli Airstrikes in Syria. news.antiwar.com Israel continued its relentless bombing campaign in Syria early Tuesday morning, launching airstrikes targeting the southern suburbs of Damascus and killing two civilians, Syria's SANA news agency reported. The pro-opposition UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights also reported that two civilians were killed in the Israeli bombardment. The SOHR described the target that was hit … (2023-04-04). CENTCOM Says US Strike Killed ISIS Leader in Syria. news.antiwar.com US Central Command (CENTCOM) has said its forces launched a "unilateral strike" in Syria on Monday and claimed it killed a senior ISIS leader. CENTCOM said the man's name was Khalid Aydd Ahmad al-Jabouri and claimed he was responsible for planning terrorist attacks in Europe and Turkey. The command said no civilians were harmed in … (2023-04-04). Finland Formally Joins NATO, Doubling the Alliance's Border With Russia. news.antiwar.com Finland formally became the 31st member of NATO on Tuesday, officially ending the country's post-World War II policy of neutrality and raising tensions between Helsinki and Moscow. "Finland has today become a member of the defense alliance NATO. The era of military non-alignment in our history has come to an end. A new era begins," … (2023-04-04). First Batch of Polish MiG-29 Fighter Jets Arrive in Ukraine. news.antiwar.com A Polish official said Monday that Warsaw had delivered its first batch of Soviet-made MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine. "A few MiG-29s have already been sent. They are indeed helpful to Ukraine in its defense of our collective security," said Marcin Przydacz, a Polish presidential aide, according to AFP. It's not clear how many planes Poland will provide … (2023-04-04). Former Israeli PM Ehud Barak Admits Israel Has Nukes. news.antiwar.com On Tuesday, Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak acknowledged that Israel has nuclear weapons in a now-deleted tweet about concerns over the current Israeli government's judicial overhaul plans. Barak wrote: "In conversations between Israelis and Western diplomatic officials, there are deep concerns raised of the possibility that if the coup in Israel succeeds, a messianic … (2023-04-04). Moscow Hosts Meeting Aimed at Syria-Turkey Normalization. news.antiwar.com The deputy foreign ministers of Syria, Turkey, Iran, and Russia wrapped up two days of talks in Moscow on Tuesday that were aimed at working toward a normalization deal between Ankara and Damascus. There's no sign a breakthrough was made, but a follow-up meeting at the foreign minister level is expected to happen soon. A … (2023-04-04). Covering (Up) Antiwar Protest in US Media. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Far-right censure motion: theatre of the grotesque staged in Spanish Congress. greenleft.org.au The Spanish far-right's latest attempt to censure prime minister Pedro Sanchez' government — with the help of a former leader of the Communist Party of Spain — has backfired, writes Dick Nichols. (2023-04-04). Executive Order Lays Foundation for Lab-Created Foods. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Martin Luther King, April 4, 1967: "This Madness Must Cease". The U.S. is "The Greatest Purveyor of Violence in the World Today." globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Teenagers Need Heart or Lung Transplant After Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/22: Earth Day Santa Cruz. indybay.org Downtown Santa Cruz. Free parking will be available at the County building, located at 701 Ocean St. It is a short walk across the pedestrian bridge to the event. (2023-04-04). New China-Brazil cargo air route promotes e-commerce trade. ecns.cn A ceremony was held on Monday for the opening of a new cargo air route linking the southern Chinese metropolis Shenzhen to Sao Paulo of Brazil, which is expected to stimulate the e-commerce trade between the two countries. (2023-04-04). 'Map of happiness' utilized in Shanghai. ecns.cn While Shanghai is often considered one of the most livable cities in China, local authorities have been working to drive further improvements using the concept of the 15-minute community life circle. (2023-04-04). SOEs make infrastructure milestones. ecns.cn China's infrastructure construction continues to progress at a fast pace amid the nation's overall economic recovery, with State-owned enterprises playing critical roles in several massive and urgent undertakings nationwide. (2023-04-04). Fans mourn legendary Japanese musician. ecns.cn Oscar-winning Japanese composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto died of cancer on March 28 at the age of 71, Japanese recording company Avex announced in a statement on its website on Sunday. (2023-04-04). (2023-04-04). China may meet solar, wind goals five years earlier. ecns.cn China may reach its 2030 target for wind and solar energy development five years earlier than planned. (2023-04-04). China's rapid recovery brightens regional, global economic outlook: ADB. ecns.cn China's rapid recovery has brightened the regional and global economic outlook, according to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report released on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Revised labor rules sought as gig work rises. ecns.cn Data from a recent survey showed that a growing number of people in China are working in the gig economy, a fact that experts said underscores the dire need to overhaul labor rules to better protect these people from long, grueling work hours, inadequate social security coverage and other issues. (2023-04-04). Experts: Public mask wearing can be eased. ecns.cn Chinese health experts suggest relaxing mandatory mask wearing in public except for elderly care centers and other high-risk facilities as the global COVID-19 pandemic is nearing an end and domestic flu infections are declining. (2023-04-04). Japan's curbs on chip exports opposed. ecns.cn China expressed strong dissatisfaction on Monday over Japan's export restrictions on semiconductor manufacturing equipment, hoping Tokyo would prudently make decisions and avoid complicating mutual trust and bilateral ties. (2023-04-04). Nation boosts community life circles. ecns.cn China has heightened its efforts to provide city residents easy access to a variety of services within a 15-minute walk from home. It is expected to bolster and upgrade consumer buying while creating more jobs and improving the business environment, experts said. (2023-04-04). Pakistan to work with other SCO countries to achieve common goals: official. ecns.cn Pakistan is looking forward to working with all countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to achieve common goals, said an adviser to the Pakistani prime minister. (2023-04-04). Russian FM to meet Blinken if there is willingness from Washington: Russian UN envoy. ecns.cn Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is ready to meet U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken later this month when he travels to New York, if there is willingness from Washington, said Russian envoy here on Monday. (2023-04-04). China's Qingming Festival fuels tourism rebound, one-day trip bookings surge five-fold. ecns.cn China's tourism sector continued its strong rebound, with bookings for one-day trips during the Qingming Festival, which falls on Wednesday this year, jumping by over five-fold, data from domestic online travel agencies showed. (2023-04-04). Average temperatures in March hit record high in northern to western Japan. ecns.cn Japanese weather officials said most regions in Japan logged record-high average temperatures for March this year. (2023-04-04). Huawei plans to develop 50,000 ICT talents in South Asia. ecns.cn China's telecommunication giant Huawei plans to develop 50,000 information and communication technology (ICT) talents in South Asia in the next five years. (2023-04-04). Russian UN envoy defends his country's Security Council presidency. ecns.cn Russian ambassador to the United Nations Vassily Nebenzia on Monday defended his country's rotating presidency of the Security Council for the month of April. (2023-04-04). Millenniums-old tiger-patterned ritual weapon unearthed in east China. ecns.cn Archaeologists found an extremely rare stone relic, an axe-shaped weapon used for rituals in ancient China, engraved with a tiger pattern, in Wuxi City in east China's Jiangsu Province. The relic dates back some 4,500 years. (2023-04-04). Finland to formally join NATO on April 4: president office. ecns.cn Finland will officially become the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on Tuesday, April 4, the Finnish president's office said on Monday. (2023-04-04). Northern Hemisphere sees decreasing aerosol optical depth: research. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have studied the long-term global distribution of Aerosol Optical Depth (AOD) that has great significance on air pollution control, forest fire prevention and climate research. (2023-04-04). China developing parachute system to recover reusable rocket parts. ecns.cn Chinese engineers are working on a parachute system for recovering rocket boosters and fairings during launches. (2023-04-04). Mass loss of lake-terminating glaciers in Himalayas significantly underestimated: study. ecns.cn A new study has revealed that the mass loss of 2.7 gigaton (Gt) lake-terminating glaciers in the Himalayas has been significantly underestimated from 2000 to 2020. (2023-04-04). Gagea flowers ready to welcome spring on Nalati grassland in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Gagea flowers start to bloom on Nalati grassland in northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in April. These flowers usually appear as the snow on the mountains thaws, and locals say they signal the end of winter. (2023-04-04). Return capsule of Shenzhou-14 spacecraft displayed in Xiamen. ecns.cn People view the return capsule of Shenzhou-14 manned spaceship displayed during a space science themed exhibition at the Chengyi Discovery Center in Xiamen, east China's Fujian Province, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Ma Ying-jeou visits Chongqing Urban Planning Exhibition Gallery. ecns.cn Ma Ying-jeou (front central) visits the Chongqing Urban Planning Exhibition Gallery, which demonstrates achievements of urban and rural planning, in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Spring landscape of Yellow River in Qinghai. ecns.cn Stunning spring scenery along the Yellow River with blooming apricot flowers on the banks and a snow-covered mountain at the background in Hualong Hui Autonomous County in Haidong City, northwest China's Qinghai Province, April, 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Travel bookings surge as holidays approach. ecns.cn The number of travel booking increased significantly as the Qingming and May Day holidays approach, Chinanews.com reported on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Ukraine 2014: The Tipping Point of Terror. mronline.org (2023-04-04). My feminism is Trans inclusive. mronline.org (2023-04-04). The indictment of Donald Trump: A politically bankrupt diversion. mronline.org (2023-04-04). Documents Reveal Oil Giant Shell Knew About Climate Impacts Even Earlier. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). German Leftist Lawmaker Says US Soldiers and Nukes Must Leave Her Country. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). Migrant Deaths in Mexico Put Spotlight on US Policy That Shifted Immigration Enforcement South. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). 'People Are Going to Die': Florida Senate Republicans Pass Abortion Ban. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). States Try to Obscure Execution Details as Drugmakers Hinder Lethal Injection. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). The Revolution Against Shady Landlords Has Begun. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). "God's Wars" : "Looking into the Silence to Find the Answers" globalresearch.ca Beneath the "shock and awe" geopolitics of the Bush- Blair "humanitarian crusade", Felicity Arbuthnot reflects on the indescribable barbarity of the 2004 Fallujah massacre, resulting in countless deaths and destruction. | And it has happened ever since. They are killing our … (2023-04-04). New Orleans March Condemns Anti-LGBTQ Bills. popularresistance.org New Orleans, Louisiana – On Friday, March 31, hundreds marched from Washington Square Park to Jackson Square to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility. The marchers also gathered in response to nine anti-LGBTQ bills being considered by the Louisiana legislature. These bills reflect a growing crisis of targeted attacks against LGBTQ youth. | The Deadname bill, HB 81, would mandate that public school teachers misgender trans students and use their birth names. Students could appeal for their real names and pronouns to be used with a parental note, but staff would still be allowed to ignore that appeal based on "religiou… (2023-04-04). $17,000 raised in FRSO Spring Fundraising Drive. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN — In less than a week, the Freedom Road Socialist Organization's (FRSO) Spring Fundraising Drive has netted more than $17,000. FRSO aims to raise over $130,000 to hire more full-time organizers to work in our national office, grow our fund to purchase a building, and publish more revolutionary literature. | Anti-war activist Sarah Martin states, "Now is the time to dig deep and contribute to FRSO so we can continue to grow and expand our work as we build towards a new world. The future is bright!" | Local FRSO groups will be going out to members and supporters to make the Spring Fundraisin… (2023-04-04). Commentary: For Black Chicagoans, the mayoral election is about community control of the police. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – Two factors have made public safety a lynchpin issue in the upcoming mayoral election between Brandon Johnson, former teacher supported by the Chicago Teacher's Union, and Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, backed by the Fraternal Order of the Police (FOP). First is the rise in the crime rate in the city in recent years. The second, and principal, reason is the law-and-order backlash that followed the historic protests of the George Floyd Rebellion. | Groups like the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (CAARPR) are fighting to make sure that the city's supposed c… (2023-04-04). Commentary: Why Brandon is better for the people. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – On April 4, Chicago faces its most crucial mayoral election since Harold Washington ran in 1983. Brandon Johnson, Cook County commissioner, union organizer, and former public school teacher, won enough votes in the February 28 primary to move into the runoff election against Paul Vallas, an administrator with a record of privatizing school systems in Chicago, Philadelphia, New Orleans and Bridgeport. Unions, community organizations and other progressive groups have formed a coalition behind Brandon Johnson to ensure better working, living and organizing conditions for the next four years. | The mass… (2023-04-04). Students picket to demand abortion clinics on all U of MN campuses. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN — Bright yellow picket signs stood tall by University Avenue at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, as students and campus community gathered to protest outside the Donhowe building at the University of Minnesota to demand immediate action from administration to expand abortion access on campus. The action was organized by the UMN chapter of Students for a Democratic Society and co-hosted by the Minnesota Abortion Action Committee. Students chanted "Hey Gabel, what do you say? Protect abortion rights today!" calling on University President Joan Gabel to act on their demands to defend women's and re… (2023-04-04). Dallas rallies for LGBTQ rights. fightbacknews.org Dallas, TX – On Saturday, April 1, over 50 members of the LGBTQ community and their allies gathered at Dallas City Hall to protest transphobic and anti-drag legislation currently being passed by the Texas state government. Four of those bills are Senate Bill 14 which takes away trans youth's right to transition; Senate Bill 15, which bans trans athletes from participating in college sports, and Senate Bills 12 and 1601, which greatly restrict the freedom to perform in drag. | The rally called for the city of Dallas to refuse to prosecute anyone for these anti-LGBTQ laws. | The rally was called by the Freed… (2023-04-04). Milwaukee rallies for abortion access ahead of important spring ballot initiative. fightbacknews.org Milwaukee, WI – On April 1, activists, medical providers, community members and local politicians rallied in Red Arrow Park encouraging the people of Milwaukee to vote in a pivotal election for the state of Wisconsin. The community joined together, in the bitter wind, with a common goal in mind: to end the statewide ban on abortion. | Milwaukee showed up loud and proud with pickets reading, "Repeal 940.04" and "Abortion is not a crime," accompanied by live music and speakers. Local organizations provided information on how to access abortion services and the ways the people can get involved in the fight for repr… (2023-04-04). Pinellas County teachers' union rallies against right-wing attacks on public education. fightbacknews.org St. Petersburg, FL – The Pinellas Classroom Teachers Association and Pinellas Educational Support Professionals Association rallied dozens of their members, members of the community, and other supportive groups on Saturday, April 1, in response to a slew of right-wing attacks on public education in the state. | The teachers and support staff aimed the message at legislators. They demanded relief from staffing shortages, raised awareness of the impact of these attacks on their working conditions and students' learning conditions, and pushed back against the attempt to gut their union. | The rally began at the Sai… (2023-04-04). U of Washington students rally in support of Farm Workers. fightbacknews.org Seattle, WA – On Friday, March 31, Students for Farm Workers led a demonstration of more than 150 people starting from the steps of the Suzzallo Library in the middle of University of Washington-Seattle campus to the Husky Union Building. | Students for Farm Workers, SSFW, is a support group for United Farm Workers, fighting to stop the University of Washington from selling and serving mushrooms from Greenwood Mushrooms Farms in both grocery stores and dining halls. The farm, originally Ostrom Mushroom Farm, has been sued by the state for mistreatment of workers. Workers at the farm are fighting to unionize under… (2023-04-04). Explained: How Donald Trump's arraignment in New York will be a political spectacle. firstpost.com (2023-04-04). The first signs of an ecological class struggle in Germany. greenleft.org.au Franziska Heinisch and Julia Kaiser explain how, during the global climate strike on March 3, climate activists and public transport workers in Germany coordinated their efforts to take joint strike action in around 30 cities. (2023-04-04). Passover: Time to Bring Freedom, Equality to Israel's Palestinians. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Selected Articles: Xi-Putin Summit: Strategy Meeting for the Coming East-West War? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). As Tax Day Approaches: Is the Federal Budget Moral or Immoral? juancole.com (2023-04-04). Was There a U.S. Nuclear Weapons Accident at a Dutch Air Base? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The Right Wing Is Waging a Dirty War Against History and Education. truthout.org At the core of all authoritarian regimes is a politics of disappearance: a practice of elimination that targets the oppositional press, revolutionary ideas, perceived enemies, migrants, people of color, women and trans people, troubling knowledge and historical memories that threaten the existing racist capitalist order. In the contemporary U.S., this authoritarian politics of disappearance… | (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/15: Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Plant Sale. indybay.org Homeless Garden Project Farm | 100-198 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz… (2023-04-04). £2 million awarded for development of beta cell implant for type 1 diabetes. imperial.ac.uk (2023-04-04). Imperial launches call for next generation of women scientists from South Asia. imperial.ac.uk Imperial has launched a programme to help nurture the next generation of leading women scientists from South Asia. (2023-04-04). Ukraine attempts to legitimise pursuit of nuclear weapons through petition. infobrics.org UN refuses to call out Kiev for escalating nuclear rhetoric. (2023-04-04). Chairman Says Gazprom Close to Maximum Gas Supply to China. infobrics.org Russia's Gazprom is increasing gas supplies to China and expects soon to reach the maximum planned level through a Siberian pipeline, its chairman said, highlighting Beijing's importance as his country's top export market in the face of Western sanctions… (2023-04-04). Russia in Talks with India to Develop Northern Sea Shipping Route. infobrics.org Russia and India are looking at expanding the use of the Northern Sea shipping route that passes through the Artic and which could include the building of processing facilities, Russia's Interfax agency reported… (2023-04-04). VTB Assists Chinese Companies in Expanding Their Reach into New Markets. infobrics.org The trade and economic partnership between Russia and China present a promising outlook with significant growth potential… (2023-04-04). Japan ignoring price cap, paying 16% more for Russian oil. infobrics.org However, what the US political establishment is afraid of is that others will soon follow Japan's example. (2023-04-04). Brazil Presidential Advisor Met with Putin in Moscow. libya360.wordpress.com Celso Amorim, head advisor to the Brazilian Presidency, met with President Vladimir Putin for a one hour meeting during a discreet trip to Moscow last week. Amorim was received by the Secretary of the Security Council, Nikolai Patrushev, and by the Kremlin's main advisor for international affairs, Yuri Ushakov. He also had lunch with Foreign… (2023-04-04). How Russia Sees its Role in the Construction of the Multipolar World. libya360.wordpress.com Thierry Meyssan Russia has just published its "Foreign Policy Concept". After recalling its position in the world, this document describes the end of Western domination and the efforts of the United States and its allies to maintain the hegemony of Washington. It lists Moscow's interests and goals. It emphasizes the primacy of contemporary international law… (2023-04-04). Mumia Abu-Jamal's Appeal is Denied. libya360.wordpress.com Natalia Marques Mumia Abu Jamal has been unjustly held in prison for over 42 years. Abu-Jamal's bid for a new trial based on new evidence of racism and corruption within the prosecution has failed, leaving supporters with one less path for the decades-long political prisoner's freedom Despite an international, high profile campaign for his release, Mumia Abu-Jamal's… (2023-04-04). Russian Fighters Avenge Terrorist Attacks with Victories on the Donbass Front. libya360.wordpress.com On April 2, another cowardly terrorist attack killed a Russian journalist. As a result of an explosion in a café in St. Petersburg, prominent war correspondent, former fighter of the Donbass militia Vladlen Tatarsky fell victim to the assassination. The terrorist attack was carried out during his meeting with readers. The number of people wounded… (2023-04-04). The Counter-Summit for Democracy. libya360.wordpress.com On 2 April 2023, Friends of Socialist China and the International Manifesto Group co-hosted a powerful and successful Counter-Summit for Democracy, a response to the US-sponsored so-called Summit for Democracy held a few days earlier. The participants at this counter-summit exposed the hegemonic reality behind the US's talk of a 'rules-based world order'; explored alternative models… (2023-04-04). U.S. Prepares for Election Amid Undeclared Civil War. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: The war that is apparent is being waged by the state against the people. Sadly, many are so engaged in petty organizational disputes and left-vs right power struggles that they have failed to notice, let alone respond appropriately. — A.V. Observateur Continental A black plume rises as a result of a controlled detonation… (2023-04-04). U.S. Push to Strip China's Developing Country Status an Attack on Development Itself. libya360.wordpress.com Danny Haiphong Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. Credit: Xinhua On March 28, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the "PRC Is Not a Developing Country Act" by a unanimous vote of 415-0 in yet another demonstration of the solid bipartisanship that exists in the United States when it comes to containing and isolating China. Under… (2023-04-04). Western Analysts Do Not Understand Psychological War Behind Ukrainian Frontlines. libya360.wordpress.com Lucas Leiroz In order to understand the psychological level of the conflict, it is necessary to take into account who the real sides are. It is not a war between Moscow and Kiev, but between the collective West and Russia. In its psychological games, the Russian side is interested in dissuading the West, not in… (2023-04-04). What if the Protests in France Were in Cuba? libya360.wordpress.com José Manzaneda 300 demonstrations with more than three million people, 500 people arrested in a single day. If it were Cuba, Belarus or China… the headlines would be filled with terms such as "social outburst", "popular uprising", "repression", "regime"…. But since they are in France, they speak of "serious riots", in which the only people… (2023-04-04). In New York, the Wrong Workers Get the Biggest Pay Bumps. inequality.org Wall Street bonuses averaged $176,700 last year — down from 2021 but still 1,165 percent higher than in 1985. If the federal minimum wage had grown at the same rate, it would be worth $42.37, according to Institute for Policy Studies analysis. An alliance of essential workers, tenants, and union members are rallying to … (2023-04-04). Executive Order 12333: "Prohibition on Assassination": What Do the Iranian People Think? U.S. Government Ordered Assassination of General Qassem Soleimani. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Chants of 'fascists!' ring out as Tennessee GOP moves to expel Dems over gun control protest. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). Florida Democratic Leaders Arrested While Protesting 6-Week Abortion Ban. truthout.org Two Florida Democratic leaders were among the protesters arrested late Monday during a demonstration against a proposed six-week abortion ban, which the Republican-controlled state Senate passed hours earlier. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried and Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book were handcuffed and detained along with roughly a dozen other protesters who gathered and sat down in a park… | (2023-04-04). Human Flu Cases in Cambodia Not Due to Bird Flu Outbreak Viruses. jamanetwork.com Two people in Cambodia who were infected by avian influenza A(H5N1) in February, including a child who died, were the first human cases the country has seen in about 9 years. Genetic sequencing revealed that the viruses belonged to H5 clade 2.3.2.1c and are not the same as the H5 clade 2.3.4.4b viruses currently infecting birds worldwide, according to a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statement. (2023-04-04). Early Respiratory Infections Tied to Premature Death Later in Life. jamanetwork.com After adjusting for certain baseline factors, people who had lower respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia before age 2 years were almost twice as likely to die from a respiratory disease by age 73 years compared with those who were not infected as children. (2023-04-04). Addressing the Long-term Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Children and Families. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses a consensus report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) that reviews the impact of COVID-19 on the health and well-being of children and families and what needs to be done to attenuate longer-term negative effects. (2023-04-04). The Emergence of Rural Emergency Hospitals. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses the potential benefits of the rural emergency hospital model, which exclusively provides outpatient and emergency services, in rural communities faced with possible hospital closures, as well as safeguards to monitor and minimize unintended consequences. (2023-04-04). Patient Information: Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. jamanetwork.com This JAMA Patient Page describes autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, its signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. (2023-04-04). Menstrual Hygiene With Less Environmental Impact. jamanetwork.com This JAMA Insights in the Women's Health series aims to expand clinician knowledge about the safety and best practices of menstrual cup use to support patients who choose this product by discussing the advantages, insertion and removal process, and potential risks of menstrual cup use. (2023-04-04). Heterogeneous Treatment Effects of Therapeutic-Dose Heparin in Patients Hospitalized for COVID-19. jamanetwork.com This exploratory study of a multiplatform randomized trial investigating the effects of therapeutic-dose heparin in early-pandemic hospitalized COVID-19 patients describes findings from 3 statistical approaches to detecting differences of treatment effect in clinically relevant patient subgroups. (2023-04-04). Toward Personalizing Care: Assessing Heterogeneity of Treatment Effects in Randomized Trials. jamanetwork.com Clinicians know that individual patients may respond differently to a given treatment and that the overall treatment effect reported in a randomized trial of the treatment may not be directly applicable to all patients in clinical practice. Determining the treatment effect for an individual patient involves a comparison of the outcome when that patient is exposed to the treatment vs the outcome of the same patient exposed to a control treatment at the same time, a comparison impossible to make in conventional parallel-group trial designs. A practical alternative is to examine heterogeneity of (variation in) treat… (2023-04-04). Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Myocarditis—A Review. jamanetwork.com This Review summarizes current evidence regarding the diagnosis and treatment of acute myocarditis. (2023-04-04). Treatment Patterns and Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction for Low- and High-Income Patients. jamanetwork.com This serial cross-sectional cohort study compares whether treatment patterns and outcomes for patients presenting with acute myocardial infarction differ for low- vs high-income individuals across 6 countries. (2023-04-04). Do Patient Satisfaction Instruments Harm Patients and Physicians?—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply In his Letter about our recent Viewpoint, Dr Lee shares our concerns over the linkage of financial incentives for individual physicians to patient satisfaction measures such as the use of the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Provider and Systems survey (CG-CAHPS) in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Merit-Based Incentive Payment System. (2023-04-04). Mindfulness Training and Exercise and Cognitive Function in Older Adults—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply We thank Drs Salmoirago-Blotcher and Cohen for their interest in the MEDEX study, which showed that mindfulness training and/or exercise did not improve cognitive function in older adults with subjective cognitive concerns. However, we disagree with their concern that the negative findings "can be explained by…methodological limitations." (2023-04-04). Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare and 30-Day Mortality in Patients With AMI—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply As noted by Dr Roehm, Medicare Advantage health plans principally are paid via capitation payments that are adjusted for the health status of the enrolled population. A large body of research suggests that this payment system has created strong incentives for Medicare Advantage health plans to improve their coding of diagnoses in order to increase their payments. The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) estimated that Medicare Advantage risk scores in 2021 were more than 10% higher than scores for similar beneficiaries in traditional Medicare . To achieve these scores, Medicare Advantage plans r… (2023-04-04). Do Patient Satisfaction Instruments Harm Patients and Physicians? jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent Viewpoint made important points about how duress for physicians can be worsened if patient experience data are misused, but in doing it so misinterpreted or misrepresented available data. (2023-04-04). Mindfulness Training and Exercise and Cognitive Function in Older Adults. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study reported that, compared with health education, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and exercise (alone or in combination) did not improve cognitive function in older adults with self-reported cognitive concerns. These findings, in our opinion, can be explained by a number of methodological limitations. (2023-04-04). Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare and 30-Day Mortality in Patients With AMI. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study compared outcomes of 30-day mortality following myocardial infarction in patients with Medicare Advantage vs traditional Medicare. However, greater coding intensity occurs in Medicare Advantage plans, which makes reliable interpretation of outcome data difficult when comparing Medicare Advantage plans with traditional Medicare. (2023-04-04). Birth Outcomes Following ART Conception in Same-Sex Lesbian Couples vs Natural and ART Conception in Heterosexual Couples. jamanetwork.com This study uses registry data to compare birth outcomes, including birth weight, gestational age, low birth weight, and preterm delivery, in assisted reproductive technology (ART) pregnancies among same-sex lesbian couples vs natural conceptions and ART pregnancies among heterosexual couples. (2023-04-04). Disclosure of Possible Trial Termination to Participants of Interventional Clinical Trials. jamanetwork.com This study evaluates a cross-section of interventional clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov with publicly available informed consent forms along with the proportion of trials that disclosed the possibility of trial termination. (2023-04-04). Author Affiliations Omitted. jamanetwork.com In the Original Investigation titled "Effect of Direct Transportation to Thrombectomy-Capable Center vs Local Stroke Center on Neurological Outcomes in Patients With Suspected Large-Vessel Occlusion Stroke in Nonurban Areas: The RACECAT Randomized Clinical Trial," published in the May 10, 2022, issue of JAMA, 2 authors, Sà≤nia Abilleira, PhD, and Mercè Salvat-Plana, RN, were missing affiliations. Both of these authors were listed as affiliated with the Stroke Programme, Catalan Health Department, Agency for Health Quality and Assessment of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain, but should have additionally been listed a… (2023-04-04). 'NY Times' Won't Explain Why Palestinians Aren't Joining the Big Anti-Netanyahu Demonstrations in Israel. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Le Campagne Militari Us/Nato Dal 1991 Ad Oggi. globalresearch.ca Tutti gli articoli di Global Research possono essere letti in 51 lingue attivando il pulsante Traduci sito web sotto il nome dell'autore. | Per ricevere la newsletter quotidiana di Global Research (articoli selezionati), fare Fare clic sul pulsante … (2023-04-04). The U.S. is trying to persuade China to commit suicide. mronline.org (2023-04-04). "Fake News" Stories Curated by the Deep State: Government Spin Doctors Control the News Cycle. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Trump's Legal 'Super Tuesday' Will Start One of the Most Bizarre Presidential Elections in History. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Estrategia de pinzas para impedir que Latinoamérica participe del nuevo orden mundial. globalizacion.ca La última semana se aceleraron las presiones de Washington sobre América Latina y el Caribe para que limite, suspenda o interrumpa sus vínculos con el nuevo "eje del mal" determinado por quienes detentan el poder real en Estados Unidos: | el… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council Condemns 'Illegal' Sanctions. venezuelanalysis.com Ana Gabriela Salazar, research coordinator at SURES, told Venezuelanalysis that sanctions "clearly contravene the principles of political independence and non-intervention." (2023-04-04). US Joins Civilized World: Trump's Arraignment for Electoral Corruption is just like former French President Sarkozy's. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Argentina: Crisis desgasta a la dirigencia y acerca el fin de ciclo. globalizacion.ca El reciente anuncio de Mauricio Macri que se baja de la pelea por la candidatura presidencial del Frente para el Cambio (FpC) puede ser abordado desde diferentes ópticas. Desde el punto de vista de la actual coyuntura resulta obvio que… (2023-04-04). New York Governor Backs Proposal to Gut State's Landmark Climate Law. truthout.org Climate action groups and scientists are denouncing an effort by New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul to gut the state's signature emissions reduction law — one of the most ambitious in the United States — as the governor's office claims the move is aimed at saving money for consumers and attempts to disguise it as a technical accounting change. The proposal Hochul is backing has won approval… | (2023-04-04). Hochul Is Helping Her Fossil Fuel Donors Gut Key Climate Law. levernews.com (2023-04-04). Belmarsh Warden Blocks Assange From Meeting With Representatives Of Press Freedom Organization. thedissenter.org (2023-04-04). Moscow Accuses US of Trying to Sabotage 2nd Russia—Africa Summit. orinocotribune.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has warned that Washington and its allies are attempting to disrupt the second Russia—Africa Summit by putting pressure on countries on the African continent to cancel their participation. | The senior Kremlin official stated that "the United States and its vassals" are doing everything possible to try to isolate Russia from the rest of the international community. | "In particular,… (2023-04-04). Peru: Autopsies Find Police & Army Bullets in Corpses of 30 Demonstrators. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council Condemns Use of Sanctions. orinocotribune.com The United Nations Human Rights Council approved a resolution on Monday rejecting the imposition of unilateral coercive measures—euphemistically referred to as "sanctions"—against less developed nations. | This was reported on by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil: "UN Human Rights Council adopts by majority a resolution that condemns the application and unilateral and continued execution of coercive measures as an instrument of pressure against any country, in particular against least developed countries and developing countries." | 33 votes were cast in favor, 13 against, and 1 member abstained. T… (2023-04-04). More Prominent Countries Abandoning the US Dollar and Ignore U.S. Plea To Boost Oil Production. sonar21.com (2023-04-04). Lucretia And The Law Of Lawlessness. thiscantbehappening.net When Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Lucretia Clemons released an inmate from prison in May 2021, she clearly saw how prosecutors illegally withholding evidence of innocence caused that Philadelphia man to languish in prison for nearly 30-years on a wrongful murder conviction. As Clemons released Eric Riddick from prison on May 28, 2021, she declared … | (2023-04-04). Ecuador: Murder of Key Witness in Investigation of President Lasso, Others, Raises More Questions. cepr.net Witness Was Close Associate of Lasso's Inner Circle, Business Partners, and Campaign Donors Washington, DC — On Friday, Ecuadorian police found the body of Rubén Cherres, who had apparently been murdered, alongside three other people, in Punta Blanca, a seaside resort on the Ecuadorian coast. Authorities had been looking for Cherres since January 21, when … (2023-04-04). Israel's protest movement can't succeed without embracing Palestinian liberation. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). How The US Uses International Bodies To Manufacture Consent For Warfare. popularresistance.org Both the Obama and Trump administrations used alleged chemical attacks in 2013 and 2018 to justify bombing Syria. When inspectors with the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, who inspected the site of the attacks, stated that there was not evidence to prove the Syrian military was responsible, and in the case of the 2018 attack, that chemical weapons were even used, they were silenced and punished. Aaron Mate has been covering this story for several years and has testified before the United Nations Security Council three times, most recently on March 24 of this year. He speaks to Clearing the FO… (2023-04-04). Norfolk Southern's huge profits go 80 percent to top honchos' checks. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Lost decade: how Shell downplayed early warnings over climate changeÔøº. nationofchange.org Newly discovered documents from the 1970s and early '80s show that Shell knew more about the "greenhouse effect" than it let on in public. (2023-04-04). Duke University's Ploy To Ban Graduate Student Unions. popularresistance.org At colleges and universities across the country, a heated battle is playing out right now over workers' right to organize and have a say over how the institutions they keep afloat with their labor are run. From graduate student-worker unionization efforts and strikes at Temple University, the University of California, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern University, Northeastern University, the University of Chicago, and Indiana University, to faculty strikes (and near-strikes) at the University of Illinois at Chicago, The New School, Howard University, etc., to workers across the higher ed sector str… (2023-04-04). University Of Michigan Seeks Court Injunction To Stop Grad Student Strike. popularresistance.org Graduate student-workers at the University of Michigan are on strike for the second time in three years, officially hitting the picket line this week. Speaking to The Michigan Daily, Amir Fleischmann, chair of the Graduate Employees Organization (GEO) Contracts Committee, said, "Grad workers are very frustrated. They're struggling to pay rent. They're struggling to afford childcare. They lack access to gender-affirming care. And I think we're saying enough is enough. The University needs to give us a fair contract now." On top of that, the University of Michigan administration is once again seeking to weaponize t… (2023-04-04). Uganda's draconian new anti-LGBTQ law includes life in prison and the death penalty. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). The Tragic U.S. Choice to Prioritize War Over Peacemaking. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Taking down Instagram: Instagram users have IQ of less than 100, says Twitter CEO Elon Musk. firstpost.com (2023-04-04). What's the problem with pensions? mronline.org (2023-04-04). The Banking Crisis Gets Worse! $1.7 Trillion in Unrealized Losses Loom as U.S. Banks Rapidly Bleed Deposits. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Sunday 4/30: Voices of Palestinian Resistance: Commemorating 75 Years of Nakba. indybay.org Sydney Goldstein Theater, San Francisco (near Civic Center BART)… (2023-04-04). Trump Campaign Uses Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories to Fundraise Off Indictment. truthout.org Donald Trump and his campaign are leveraging misinformation and anti-Jewish conspiracy theories to turn the media circus around the former president's indictment in New York into a cash cow. The indictment stems from hush money allegedly paid to porn icon and sex work activist Stormy Daniels and potentially one other woman. At an arraignment in Manhattan on Tuesday, a judge announced that Trump… | (2023-04-04). The Heat: Trump Faces Charges in New York. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-04). Netanyahu's Power Grab Shatters Myth Of A United, Democratic Israel. popularresistance.org A few observations on things surrounding the issue of Israel. For reasons that are hard to understand at this point, the rapprochement between Iran and Saudi Arabia has had very little mention in the Israeli press. Considering its importance and potential impact on the region, it is difficult to see how Israel is hardly moved by this development. There was an expectation that Saudi Arabia would normalize relations with Israel. However, now the kingdom not only has not done so, but they are also building bridges with Iran, Israel's biggest nemesis. It is a slap in the face of the U.S. and Israel and may soon be se… (2023-04-04). Psychotronic and Electromagnetic Weapons: Remote Control of the Human Nervous System. globalresearch.ca Note to readers: please click the share buttons above | This incisive article by Mojmir Babajek predicted more than 10 years ago, what is happening today, namely the development of informational weapons and the remote control of the human brain. | It … (2023-04-04). Report Back on Community Self-Defense Action in Sainte-Catherine. itsgoingdown.org Report on recent community mobilization in defense of a drag event in so-called Montreal. Originally posted to Montreal Antifascists. The drag artist Barbada de Barbades was invited by the municipality of Sainte-Catherine, on Montréal's south shore, to host a drag queen story hour on April 2, 2023, for twenty interested families from the area, the… (2023-04-04). Uruguay — El gobierno de los escándalos de Luis Lacalle. globalizacion.ca A esta altura del gobierno derechista liderado por Luis Lacalle, el adjetivo que mejor lo describe es "escandaloso". Por donde se lo mire y cada vez en mayor cantidad y magnitud se destapan situaciones que revisten gravedad. Mucho se debate,… (2023-04-04). NYU drops bogus charges against graduate student worker. electronicintifada.net Naye Idriss, who was charged with vandalism and bigotry for writing on binned Israeli mail bag, is rehired with back pay. (2023-04-04). Why I Pay Little Attention To Explosions And Military Porn. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Yesterday, one of our friends, Andrew, provided a link to a wonderful discussion between Col. Macgregor and LTC. Shaffer: (2023-04-04). The Coming Doom Loop: Near Insolvency of US banks. The Economy is Falling into a "Debt Trap" globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Youth Near Al-Aqsa Mosque on 2nd Friday of Ramadan. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). 'Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict'—book bridges divide between Marxists and Christians. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Peruvian Legislators Present Impeachment Motion Against Boluarte. popularresistance.org On Thursday March 30, Peruvian legislators from the parliamentary benches of progressive Free Peru, Democratic Peru and Democratic Change-Together for Peru political parties presented in Congress a vacancy motion against the de-facto President Dina Boluarte for "permanent moral incapacity" to continue in office. | The left-wing legislators condemned Boluarte for unleashing brutal police and military repression against peaceful protesters during the past four months of protests against her government. The legislators pointed out that at least 49 protesters have been killed in these months at the hands of public se… (2023-04-04). Israeli cabinet approves controversial plan for a new security force. peoplesdispatch.org The approval comes even as existing Israeli security forces continue their killing spree against Palestinians with two more killed in the occupied territories over the weekend… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council condemns impact of unilateral sanctions. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-04). Revival of Iran-Saudi Arabia ties may have an impact on the wider West Asian region. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). Environmental Modification Techniques (ENMOD) and the Turkey-Syria Earthquake: An Expert Investigation is Required. globalresearch.ca The media categorized the initial earthquake (February 6, 2023) "as the most powerful in the region in at least a century". That is an understatement. In regards to Southern Anatolia, it is the largest earthquake in more than seven centuries. (2023-04-04). American Recurring Banking and Financial Crises: The Historical and Regulatory Context. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Lying about Lying: Why We Must Revisit the Definition of 'Fake News'. mintpressnews.com The phrase 'fake news' continues to be deployed routinely in US politics. In a polarized political atmosphere, both Republicans and Democrats distrust media organizations affiliated with opposing parties. This means that most of what is uttered or written by CNN is 'fake news' for Republicans, and much of what appears in Republicans-affiliated media is 'fake news' for Democrats. | The phrase is now so prevalent and has multiple meanings to the point that it is impossible to agree on a common definition. Even 'fact checking' organizations or news desks contribute to the troubling phenomenon of 'fake news' by selec… (2023-04-04). To Protect Trans Youth, We Must Organize Ourselves. popularresistance.org To the organizers of yesterday's march, and to trans youth everywhere: thank you for fighting. No one should have to fight for their very existence, but your example reminds us that there is a joyous, expansive range of human experience that capitalism tries to erase and forget. Your example shows us that there is beauty to be found everywhere and in every moment of the struggle for a better world. We find in your combative example the spirit of the world we will build—free of every oppression. | We also thank our trans and queer elders. It's an incredible thing to have lived in a world so pitted against yo… (2023-04-04). The RESTRICT Act Restricts More Than TikTok. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Azeri president awarded "Karabakh" medal to CEO of world's deadliest drone company. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com And son-in-law of Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan, president of one nation, two state Turco-Azeristan. ==== Daily SabahApril 3, 2023 Baykar head Bayraktar meets Azerbaijan's Aliyev, awarded medal The Azerbaijani president on Monday received the head and chief technology officer (CTO) of Turkish defense company Baykar in the capital Baku. In a statement, the Azerbaijani presidency said … (2023-04-04). Envoy summoned: Azerbaijan steps up diplomatic (for now) warfare against Iran. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Trend News AgencyApril 3, 2023 Azerbaijani MFA sends response note to Iranian side The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry has sent a response note to the Iranian side, Spokesperson for the ministry Aykhan Hajizada said…. Hajizada made the remark commenting on…Iran sen[ding] a note to the ministry to take appropriate measures to prevent anti-Iranian publications and articles … (2023-04-04). NATO. 1999: 16 members. 2023: 31…32 members. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Finland joins NATO as 31st Ally Finland became NATO's newest member today (4 April 2023), upon depositing its instrument of accession to the North Atlantic Treaty with the United States at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. NATO Allies signed Finland's Accession Protocol on 5 July 2022, after which all 30 national parliaments voted … (2023-04-04). NATO upgrades new command structure in nations bordering Ukraine. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Force Integration Unit HungaryApril 4, 2023 NATO Force Integration Hungary sums up over six years under Multinational Corps Northeast [T]he handover of one NATO military organization between different higher commands is a significant event that requires careful planning and execution. On March 31, 2023, following more than six years of exercising its command function … (2023-04-04). Second front: Georgia being prodded into war with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com B92April 4, 2023 Opening a second front? Georgia is under great pressure: pushed into war with Russia Russia's intelligence chief claims the West is pushing Georgia, which borders Russia, into conflict with Moscow. According to Sergey Naryshkin, the West is doing this in order to open a second front because the war in Ukraine "is … (2023-04-04). Top NATO military headquarters inducts 31st member state. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOSupreme Headquarters Allied Powers EuropeApril 4, 2023 SHAPE welcomes its newest member — The Republic of Finland MONS, Belgium — Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) welcomed NATO's newest member, the Republic of Finland, during a ceremonial flag raising on Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2023. The event to recognise Finland as the 31st nation to join … (2023-04-04). Ukraine's FM in two-day visit at NATO HQ to plan "path to Euro-Atlantic integration" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Secretary General welcomes Foreign Minister of Ukraine to NATO NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to NATO Headquarters on Tuesday (4 April 2023), at the start of the two-day meeting of Allied Foreign Ministers. The Secretary General [said] that today's meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Commission will address … (2023-04-04). Video: Congenitally tongue-tied Blinken, Stoltenberg press-gang latest NATO satrap. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Finland officially joins Nato: As it happened VIDEO… (2023-04-04). Has The Ukraine War Allowed A Western Counter To China's Belt and Road Initiative? thelastamericanvagabond.com Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative has catapulted China into the position of a worldwide superpower, since its inception. Whilst Washington has for years scrambled to find an answer, how has the Ukraine war affected the ability of the US and its allies to combat China's rising power? Since February 24, 2022, when Russia declared its (2023-04-04). Blockbuster exposé confirms H.G. Wells' truism that "human history" is "a race between education and catastrophe."Ôøº. nationofchange.org Gayle Greene's "Immeasurable Outcomes" presents an impassioned manifesto to revive quality, democratic education that redeems college teaching and re-seeds enlightened, disaster-averting voters. (2023-04-04). Playing "Fool's Mate" on the Grand Eurasian Chessboard. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The Third Issue of the Public Diplomacy Journal under the Brand of the Meeting Russia Program. russiancouncil.ru The Public Initiative "Creative Diplomacy" presents the third issue of their Public Diplomacy Journal for Young Leaders "Meeting Russia" (2023-04-04). Silence As Ukraine/Israel Continue To Kill Abroad, Vinyl Chloride In Woman's Urine & The MAGA Trap. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4//23/23). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth (2023-04-04). The Buy Nothing Movement Is Restitching Our Social Fabric. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Fresh out of an abusive relationship, Andrea O'Reilly was ready to give her twin boys a new life. But facing a cost of living crisis atop a personal crisis, the prospect of buying the basics they would need — clothes, bottles, bouncers, a changing table, a baby monitor, car seats, strollers and more — was daunting. | That's when the Philadelphia mom decided to try her neighborhood Buy Nothing group, where hundreds of locals gave away and exchanged items for free. "I went to the Buy Nothing [Facebook] page and the compassion and generosity of everyone was amazing," says O'R… (2023-04-04). Following murder of Dr. King: Lessons of the April 1968 Black rebellions. workers.org (2023-04-04). Introducing the Republican 'Billionaires Pay Zero Tax' Act. inequality.org (2023-04-04). Wall Street bonuses decline but still dwarf worker pay increases since 2008 crashÔøº. nationofchange.org Since 2008, growth in the average Wall Street bonus has far outstripped wage growth for ordinary U.S. workers. (2023-04-04). The Rise of Inequality and Cronyism in Western Nations. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Emissions From Offshore Drilling in Gulf of Mexico Are Double Official Estimates. truthout.org Offshore oil and gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico are releasing far higher quantities of a potent greenhouse gas than regulators have estimated, according to a new study published Monday. The analysis reveals that the climate change impact of these activities is more than double what official estimates suggest. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences… | (2023-04-04). Filings Reveal Amazon Spent Over $14 Million To Bust Union In 2022 Alone. popularresistance.org As Amazon Labor Union's groundbreaking labor movement gained momentum — and, in some ways, faltered — in 2022, Amazon was busy shelling out millions of dollars to anti-union consultants in order to ensure that the union movement would fail, new filings show. | As first reported by HuffPost, new financial disclosures filed on Friday with the Department of Labor show that Amazon spent $14.2 million on anti-union consultants. These consultants are hired by companies seeking to bust union efforts, advising them on ways to skirt or violate federal laws in order to crush labor organizing. (2023-04-04). "Corporations Are Not People": Jayapal Files Bill to Reverse "Citizens United" truthout.org Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) has introduced a bill that would end corporate personhood with the goal of reversing Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the infamous Supreme Court decision that has unleashed a flood of corporate "dark money" into the U.S. election system, threatening to undermine democracy altogether. The We the People Amendment, introduced in the House with 26… | (2023-04-04). Report: Iowa GOP's Child Labor Bill Was Spearheaded by Restaurant Lobbyists. truthout.org Lobbyists and the restaurant industry are the driving force behind a proposed child labor bill that Republicans are pushing through the Iowa legislature, a new investigation has revealed, as the GOP wages an extremist push to loosen child labor regulations across the country. According to an investigation by More Perfect Union, the extremely powerful restaurant industry group the National… | (2023-04-04). Republicans Parroted Oil Lobbyist Talking Points Verbatim in Energy Bill Debate. truthout.org Last week, House Republicans passed a sweeping energy bill containing so many pro-fossil fuel provisions that climate advocates and progressives noted it may as well have been written by the industry itself — and, as a new report reveals, Republicans parroted talking points lifted verbatim from industry lobbyists as they argued for the bill. "Energy security is national security." That's a quote… | (2023-04-04). Japanese youth oppose government's military buildup in conjunction with U.S.' anti-China campaign. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Douglass Mackey Verdict Sinks 'Shitposting' Defense. splcenter.org Following four days of deliberation, a jury handed radical-right activist Douglass Mackey a guilty verdict on Friday, March 31, asserting that he interfered with the 2016 election through his infamous "Ricky Vaughn" pseudonym. (2023-04-04). 45% of Americans Support Trump Indictment, New Poll Finds. sputniknews.com A new poll by the American news outlet ABC News and Ipsos suggested that while 45% of Americans approve of Trump's indictment, a higher percentage believe the Manhattan District Attorney's indictment of the former president is politically motivated. (2023-04-04). Australia to Ban Use of TikTok Application on All Government Devices. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus said on Tuesday that Australia will ban Chinese video-sharing app TikTok on government electronic devices, following similar measures undertaken by western countries over security concerns. (2023-04-04). Brussels to Host NATO Foreign Ministers' Meeting From April 4-5. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The North Atlantic Council's meeting at the level of foreign ministers will take place from April 4-5 at the alliance's headquarters in Brussels under the chairmanship of NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. (2023-04-04). EU Commission Chief Says China Can Play 'Constructive' Role in Ukraine Peace Settlement. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told media on Tuesday that China could influence Russia "in a constructive way" and therefore should contribute to the peaceful settlement of the Ukraine conflict. (2023-04-04). Everything You Need to Know About Trump's Arraignment. sputniknews.com Late last month, a grand jury in Manhattan voted to indict former President Donald Trump on charges related to his alleged involvement in a hush money payment and subsequent cover-up involving a purported affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels. (2023-04-04). France Facing Lack of Essential Medicines. sputniknews.com PARIS (Sputnik) – France is facing a shortage of a number of essential medicines, with the government planning to finalize a list of drugs required to be available in all pharmacies by May, French Minister of Health and Prevention Francois Braun said on Monday. (2023-04-04). Hotel Prices in Türkiye Up More Than 70% Over Past Year. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The cost of staying in Türkiye's hotels, as well as prices in cafes and restaurants, rose by 70.73% year-on-year, the data of the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK) showed on Monday. (2023-04-04). Montenegro's Ex-Economy Minister Milatovic Wins Presidency. sputniknews.com BELGRADE (Sputnik) – Former Montenegrin Economy Minister Jakov Milatovic has won the presidential election in Montenegro, following the second round of voting, according to the data from the State Election Commission (SEC). (2023-04-04). Nearly 1 in 6 People Suffer From Infertility Worldwide: WHO. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – About 17.5% of the global adult population, or nearly one in six people, suffer from infertility due to lack of effective and affordable treatment, a fresh report by the World Health Organization (WHO) showed on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). One Chinese Shipyard Now Out Produces Entire US Shipbuilding Industry, US General Says. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – China has so much more industrial shipbuilding capacity than the United States that a single one of its large shipyards already produces more ships in a year than every active shipyard in the United States combined, US Marine Corps Combatant Development Command Chief Brig. Gen. Mark Clingan said. (2023-04-04). One Killed, 30 Injured After Train Derailed in Netherlands – Video. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One person was killed and 30 others were injured after a passenger train derailed in the Netherlands, media reported on Tuesday, citing Dutch emergency services. (2023-04-04). Video: One Killed, 30 Injured After Train Derails in Netherlands. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One person was killed and 30 others were injured after a passenger train derailed in the Netherlands, media reported on Tuesday, citing Dutch emergency services. (2023-04-04). One of Daesh Leaders Responsible for Planning Attacks in Europe Eliminated in Syria: CENTCOM. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One of the Daesh* leaders responsible for plotting attacks in Europe has been killed in a unilateral strike by the US in Syria, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Plans to Return Heavy Tanks Into US Land Combat Forces Could Backfire, US Marine Corps General Warns. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Efforts to reintroduce heavy US armored tank forces into land battles could backfire because of advances in missile, artillery, drones and targeting technology and increase the risk of mission failure and defeat instead, Brigadier General Mark Clingan told a Washington conference. (2023-04-04). Plans to Return Heavy Tanks Into US Land Combat Forces Could Backfire. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – "Everyone is building new systems to kill armored [formations] at a distance," Hammes said. (2023-04-04). Russian Cosmonaut Says Political Situation Not Affected Crew's Work Aboard ISS. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The current political landscape has not affected the interaction of the International Space Station's (ISS) crew, Russian cosmonaut Anna Kikina has told Sputnik. (2023-04-04). Russian, Syrian, Turkish, Iranian Deputy Foreign Ministers to Hold Talks in Moscow. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russian, Syrian, Turkish and Iranian deputy foreign ministers will hold talks in Moscow on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Two Civilians Killed in Israeli Missile Attack on Syria. sputniknews.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – Two civilians have been killed as a result of an Israeli missile attack on the outskirts of Damascus and southern Syria, the Syrian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Teacher Shot by Six-Year-Old Pupil Sues School for $40Mln, Reports Say. sputniknews.com In January, Abby Zwerner, a 25-year-old teacher at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, the fifth-most populous city in the state of Virginia, was shot by a six-year-old boy who was one of her pupils. (2023-04-04). Top Researcher Suspended From Spanish University for Work With Russian, Saudi Colleagues. sputniknews.com One of the world's most prolific scientists has been suspended without pay for 13 years over his affiliations with Russian and Saudi Arabian research institutions, according to Spanish media. (2023-04-04). Trump Says He Will Be Indicted on 33 Counts on Tuesday. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Ex-US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he will be indicted on 33 counts in a New York court on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Trump's Attorney Hopes Ex-President's Appearance at NY Court Done in 'Efficient' Way. sputniknews.com NEW YORK (Sputnik), Lenka White – Trump's legal team hopes that his appearance at a New York court is done in an efficient and standard way and will conclude within half an hour, his attorney Joe Tacopina told Sputnik. (2023-04-04). UK's Virgin Orbit Files for Bankruptcy Due to Lack of Funding. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – UK businessman Richard Branson's space company Virgin Orbit said on Tuesday that it and its US subsidiaries had filed for bankruptcy in the US court with a view to selling the business due to lack of needed funding. (2023-04-04). US Deposit Insurance Corporation Announces Sale of Signature Bank's Loan Portfolio. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has announced its plans to launch the sale of the roughly $60 billion loan portfolio of the collapsed New York-based Signature Bank this summer. (2023-04-04). US Expects Any Future War With China Across Taiwan Strait Would be 'Quick'. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US military planners believe that any future war with China over Taiwan would start, escalate and be concluded very quickly and that it would focus on an intense exchange of missiles across the 100 mile wide Taiwan Strait, former Acting Secretary of the Army John Whitley told a Washington conference. (2023-04-04). Venezuela's Government Condemns Terrorist Attack in St. Petersburg Cafe. sputniknews.com MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) – The Venezuelan authorities on Monday condemned the terrorist attack on a cafe in Russia's St. Petersburg that killed Russian military reporter Vladlen Tatarsky, expressed their condolences to his family and other victims, and said that terrorism in any form is a serious threat to international peace and security. (2023-04-04). Why is Macron Visiting China? sputniknews.com French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, will visit China from April 5 to 7 to meet with the Asian giant's head of state, Xi Jinping, and focus on developing future bilateral relations, as well as ties between China and the EU, and swap views on international and regional issues. (2023-04-04). Who is Petteri Orpo, the Man Set to Be Finland's New PM? sputniknews.com Petteri Orpo, the winner of the Finnish election, is a fiscal conservative, who has promised to cut unemployment benefits and other welfare programs. He also ran on the pledge to reduce the public debt, allow tax cuts and boost economic growth. (2023-04-04). Esta tarde en la Mesa Redonda: Acto central por el 4 de abril. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu La Mesa Redonda retransmitirá el acto central por el 4 de abril en saludo de los aniversarios 61 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas y 62 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí. En el acto, la UJC convocó al 12mo. Congreso de la organización juvenil. (2023-04-04). La saliva, una "chivata" de lo que sucede en nuestro cuerpo. cubadebate.cu Detectar algunas enfermedades, saber si una mujer está embarazada y si es de riesgo, o medir si hay dopaje o consumo de drogas, son algunas de las cosas que se pueden detectar a través de la saliva. Podría decirse que la saliva vive pluriempleada. En este trabajo les contamos de sus ocho trabajos o funciones principales en el cuerpo humano. (2023-04-04). Vale la pena… volver a escuchar: El relevo (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Ley de la vida! El relevo es su continuidad. Sin relevo habrá perpetuación quizás del pasado, pero no habrá futuro. El relevo toca a la puerta y dice: Aquí estoy. Y hay que no solo dejarlo entrar, sino también darle las llaves de la casa. (2023-04-04). Brasil suspende de la selección de voleibol a Wallace de Souza por incitar a disparar a Lula. cubadebate.cu El jugador de voleibol Wallace de Souza no podrá jugar con la selección de Brasil durante un año por haber preguntado a sus seguidores en las redes sociales si dispararían en la cara al presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, según decidió este lunes el Comité Olímpico Brasileño (COB). (2023-04-04). Tuneros y villaclareños lideran la SNB 62. cubadebate.cu Feroz ofensiva de 17 jits sirvió a los Leñadores tuneros para vencer hoy por nocaut de 15×5 a Artemisa. Eso, unido al fracaso de Villa Clara, dejó a ambos equipos en la cima de la 62 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, que inició sus segundas subseries particulares. (2023-04-04). Acusada del atentado que mató a corresponsal de guerra ruso en San Petersburgo recibe sentencia. cubadebate.cu Daria Trépova, sospechosa principal del atentado en San Petersburgo que acabó con la vida del corresponsal de guerra Vladlén Tatarski, fue acusada formalmente de cometer un ataque terrorista en San Petersburgo. Durante el interrogatorio, tras su detención, la acusada admitió ante las cámaras haber entregado la estatuilla que explotó. (2023-04-04). Balance del Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios: Control de precios al centro del debate. cubadebate.cu Las palabras de orden en el tema de la política de precios debe ser enfrentamiento y exigencia aseguró Meisi Bolaños Weiss, ministra de Finanzas y Precios en el balance anual de este ministerio. (2023-04-04). Feria Comercial EXPOHOLGUÂN 2023 apuesta por alianzas entre la economía local y empresariado foráneo. cubadebate.cu La XVI Feria EXPOHOLGUÂN 2023 quedó inaugurada en la mañana de este 4 de abril, encuentro concebido "Para que Cuba crezca", como reza su eslogan, a partir del establecimiento de alianzas entre los actores de la economía local y el entramado empresarial foráneo, así como la promoción de la cartera de oportunidades y rubros exportables de la provincia anfitriona. (2023-04-04). Finlandia se convierte oficialmente en el miembro número 31 de la OTAN. cubadebate.cu Cabe destacar que el país nórdico tiene unos 1300 kilómetros de frontera con Rusia, lo que significa que la frontera de la OTAN con el país euroasiático pasará casi a duplicarse. En este sentido, la medida podría aumentar aún más las tensiones entre Moscú y la Alianza. (2023-04-04). Hombres con flores: Moník Molinet deconstruye Masculinidades en Fábrica de Arte Cubano. cubadebate.cu Una invitación a cuestionar la construcción hegemónica de las masculinidades es la exposición que propone la fotógrafa cubana Monik Molinet, y que llegará este jueves 6 de abril a la Fábrica de Arte Cubano. Esta propuesta artística es un llamado a cambiar, desde el arte, la concepción de las masculinidades, y colocar nuevamente en el debate la violencia de género. (2023-04-04). Pagos electrónicos de la electricidad detenidos por avería en servidores, informa la UNE. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica informa a la población que en estos momentos los pagos electrónicos de la electricidad se encuentran detenidos debido a una avería existente en sus servidores. (2023-04-04). Presidente de Credit Suisse se disculpa ante accionistas por caída del banco suizo ante la crisis. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Credit Suisse, Axel Lehmann, se disculpó este martes ante sus accionistas por no haber podido contener la crisis que condujo a la caída del banco suizo, en medio de los lamentos y las lágrimas de los inversores que perdieron su dinero. (2023-04-04). Reportan que Trump será puesto bajo arresto y enfrentará 34 cargos. cubadebate.cu El exmandatario ya ha reaccionado a estos reportes, asegurando que se trata de una "filtración ilegal". Está previsto que el expresidente comparezca este 4 de abril ante un tribunal de Manhattan para la lectura de los cargos en su contra. (2023-04-04). Tras más de 50 años en cautiverio, la orca "Lolita" volverá a ser libre (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Lolita, la orca más anciana en cautiverio, fue sacada de su hogar en el noroeste del Pacífico cuando tenía sólo cuatro años; ahora, más de 50 años después, se está preparando para finalmente ser liberada en sus aguas nativas. Toda su vida la ha pasado siendo una atracción de acuario en Estados Unidos. (2023-04-04). Juan González on Chicago Mayoral Race: Can a Progressive, Multiracial Coalition Win? democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Debate: Will Finland's Addition to NATO Make Direct Conflict with Russia More Likely? democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Headlines for April 4, 2023. democracynow.org Donald Trump Prepares to Surrender to New York Court to Face 34 Felony Counts, Philippines Announces Locations of Four New U.S. Military Bases, Syria Says 2 Civilians Killed in Israeli Missile Attacks on Damascus , Jailed U.S. Journalist Evan Gershkovich Appeals Arrest on Spying Charges in Russia , 11 Arrested at Pro-Choice Protest as Florida Senate Approves Six-Week Abortion Ban, Nashville Students Walk Out of Classes to Demand Gun Controls, Tennessee GOP Moves to Expel 3 House Democrats Who Joined Peaceful Anti-Gun Protests, Virginia Medical Examiner: Irvo Otieno Died by Homicide Due to Asphyxiation , Justice D… (2023-04-04). History in the Making: David Cay Johnston on Why Trump's Arraignment May Renew American Democracy. democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Ari Berman on the Race That Could Decide the Fate of Democracy in Wisconsin — and the 2024 Election. democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Pyongyang Criticizes Reckless Actions of 'War Maniacs' for Military Provocations on Korean Peninsula. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). Venezuela Rejects Politicization of Human Rights by ICC Prosecutor Khan. orinocotribune.com Through an official statement on Monday, Venezuela condemned the most recent comments by International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Ahmad Khan, in which he joined a campaign to politicize the issue of human rights to the country's detriment. | "Venezuela rejects accusations by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Ahmad Khan. [These remarks] demonstrate a prejudiced vision that instrumentalizes justice and human rights for political purposes, to the detriment of the seriousness and rigor expected of that body," Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil wrote on social media. | "Once again,… (2023-04-04). Cover-up suspected in Israeli police killing of Palestinian in Jerusalem. electronicintifada.net Occupation forces killed three Palestinians in the first days of April. (2023-04-04). 19% of promised Western tanks supplied to Ukraine — statistics. tass.com Tanks are also planned to be supplied by the US, Canada, Spain, Sweden and Finland… (2023-04-04). US reaffirms desire to extend conflict by giving more aid to Ukraine — Russian embassy. tass.com It is noted that all Western military-purpose products "will be destroyed on the battlefield" (2023-04-04). Geneva discussions on security in South Caucasus resumed after 6-month break. tass.com "We exchanged views on the necessity of the continuation of the Geneva process and the return to the regular rounds of discussions as an important factor of stability and security in the region," the South Ossetian foreign ministry said on Tuesday… (2023-04-04). Dollar, euro mixed as trading session kicks off. tass.com The yuan moved up by 1.4 kopecks to 11.44 rubles… (2023-04-04). Russia's Deputy PM to visit Vietnam on April 5-7 — web portal. tass.com The delegation headed by the deputy prime minister will visit the Russian display at the Vietnam EXPO 2023 exhibition… (2023-04-04). MOEX index rises by 0.3%, RTS index falls by 0.54%. tass.com The dollar rose by 0.78% to 79.52 rubles, the euro – by 0.88% to 86.81 rubles… (2023-04-04). Belarusian industrial exports to Russia rises 1.5-fold over 2 months. tass.com Deputy Prime Minister of Belarus Piotr Parkhomchik said that Belarusian industrial products are also in demand in Asia and Africa… (2023-04-04). Number of people seeking medical aid after St. Petersburg cafe blast surpasses 40. tass.com It is noted that there are 42 people, including three minors, sought medical aid… (2023-04-04). US does not want truth about Nord Streams sabotage to become public — Russian embassy. tass.com On September 27 last year, Nord Stream AG reported "unprecedented damage" that took place on three lines of Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines… (2023-04-04). Russia already developing measures reacting to Finland joining NATO — senior diplomat. tass.com Alexander Grushko stressed that any general staff in charge would consider the possibilities of implementing various development scenarios… (2023-04-04). Finland's role on global stage to diminish over accession to NATO — Russian envoy. tass.com In May 2022, Helsinki and Stockholm submitted their applications to join the US-led military bloc but the process was blocked by Turkey who demanded that the two countries designate Kurdish organizations as terrorist groups, extradite those suspected of terrorism or being involved in the 2016 coup d'etat to Ankara, and lift bans on weapons supplies to Turkey… (2023-04-04). Poland raises risk of standoff with Russia by seeking more active NATO role — diplomat. tass.com It is reported that if Poland really aspires to strengthen peace and security, then the most direct path to it, as far as nuclear weapons are concerned, is first of all, NATO's rejection of the practice of nuclear missions… (2023-04-04). Rally against arms shipments to Ukraine begins near NATO headquarters for first time. tass.com "This rally was initiated by the SOS Donbass association, which manages the #StopKillingDonbass movement. The goal of our movement is to stop the armament of Ukraine and to call for a dialogue with Moscow," SOS Donbass leader Anna Novikova told TASS… (2023-04-04). Suspension of New START opens door for Russia to ensure its own security — diplomat. tass.com On February 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia was suspending its participation in the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) but is not withdrawing from it… (2023-04-04). Broadcast of UNSC meeting on evacuation of children from Ukraine blocked by UK. tass.com According to Dmitry Polyansky, First Deputy Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN, Russian diplomats "will find a way to broadcast this meeting on other platforms" (2023-04-04). Claims of Russia's 'dependence' on China seek to drive wedge between two states — Lavrov. tass.com Russian Foreign Minister pointed out that no Western experts tried to scare Russia with its dependence on the EU at the time of Russia's peak energy export to Europe… (2023-04-04). Kiev, Western puppeteers do everything to prolong conflict, Lavrov says. tass.com Commenting on peace plan for Ukraine, proposed by China, Russian Foreign Minister noted that it is consonant for key Russian approaches… (2023-04-04). Russia, China ready to defend each other's interests — Lavrov. tass.com "The Chinese leader's visit had a strong international impact, literally dominating the global information agenda," Russian Foreign Minister noted… (2023-04-04). Lavrov says Russia can help African states ensure their national security. tass.com According to Lavrov, African states are interested in Russia's participation in training their professional personnel… (2023-04-04). National currencies account for greater portion in payments between Russia, China — Lavrov. tass.com China is the main trade partner of Russia for thirteen years in succession, the Russian top diplomat said… (2023-04-04). Russian field hospital receiving thousands of patients — press service. tass.com More than a thousand among them underwent treatment in the in-patient facility of the field multipurpose hospital… (2023-04-04). EU unfriendly to Russia, Lavrov says. tass.com The Russian side made necessary conclusions from this situation, the minister stressed… (2023-04-04). West not ready to constructive dialog with Russia — Lavrov. tass.com Russia remains open for cooperation on an equal basis and with Russian interests addressed "for the purpose of normalizing the situation in Europe and the Euro-Atlantic region and long-term lowering of nuclear risks," the Minister noted… (2023-04-04). Russia ready to meeting between Lavrov, Blinken in UN headquarters — diplomat. tass.com The Russian side has never "run away from whatever meetings with those people who want these meetings," Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya noted… (2023-04-04). Critical infrastructure development in Africa in agenda of forthcoming summit — Lavrov. tass.com Russia is viewing the St Petersburg Summit as "a systemic element of Russia-Africa cooperation," the Minister said… (2023-04-04). US attempting to disrupt Russia – Africa summit — Lavrov. tass.com "Indeed, the United States and its allies are doing all they can to isolate Russia internationally," the Russian top diplomat said… (2023-04-04). Veto right impairment ideas unacceptable — Russian diplomat. tass.com "Any thoughts entailing the impairment of prerogatives of current permanent members of the Security Council, including the veto institute, remain unacceptable for us," Adviser to the Russian Permanent Delegation to the UN Dina Gilmutdinova said… (2023-04-04). Share of grain traders leaving Russian market below 15% — expert. tass.com Cargill, Viterra and Louis Dreyfus are the three companies that already halted or intending to halt grain exports from Russia this year… (2023-04-04). OPEC+ to rebalance oil market by further production cuts, experts believe. tass.com "It is fairly reasonable to slash production in order to return prices to an optimal investment corridor, as Russia has already done" expert of InfoTEK analytical center Alexander Frolov said… (2023-04-04). Killed military blogger Vladlen Tatarsky to be buried in Moscow April 8. tass.com The National Anti-Terrorist Committee has said that Ukraine's secret services had masterminded the attack… (2023-04-04). Ex-US President Donald Trump under arrest — CNN. tass.com It is expected that Trump will be able to leave the courthouse freely after the hearing… (2023-04-04). Russian commissioner asks CE, UN to stop eviction of UOC monks from Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. tass.com It is reported that there is the demand to do everything possible to prevent the eviction of Ukrainian Orthodox Church monks from the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra… (2023-04-04). World's governing wrestling body clears Russian athletes for int'l tournaments. tass.com President of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) Stanislav Pozdnyakov called these recommendations absolutely unacceptable as they would lead to a split in Russian sports… (2023-04-04). Germany may bid to host 2036 Summer Olympic Games — daily. tass.com Germany hosted Summer Olympic Games twice – in 1936 (Berlin) and in 1972 (Munich)… (2023-04-04). Trump arrives in New York before court appearance. tass.com Ex-US President silently went to the building after the arrival… (2023-04-04). Venezuela supports OPEC+ decision on oil production cuts — minister. tass.com On April 2, several OPEC + countries announced the voluntary oil production cut from May to the end of 2023… (2023-04-04). Explosions heard in Damascus suburbs — SANA news agency. tass.com Attacks targeted the Damascus international airports and the southeastern part of the capital… (2023-04-04). OPEC+ decision implications not as bad as can be thought of — Biden. tass.com On April 2, several OPEC+ participants announced a voluntary oil production cut from May until the end of 2023 to ensure stability of the global energy market… (2023-04-04). Global de-dollarization inevitable, expert says. tass.com The freeze of dollar-denominated assets of the Bank of Russia amid the special military operation in Ukraine was the next step in "converting the dollar into the weapon," observer and geopolitical expert Renaud Girard noted… (2023-04-04). Brazil's rejection of dollar in trade to China to have implication for region — expert. tass.com On March 29, central banks of Brazil and China agreed to create an offshore clearing center… (2023-04-04). OPEC+ decision may lead to oil prices remaining high — Japan's government. tass.com Japanese authorities will continue keeping an eye on developments in the energy market, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said… (2023-04-04). Pentagon announces new aid package for Ukraine worth $2.6 billion. tass.com The aid package will include Patriot air defense system munitions, HIMARS rockets, artillery shells, NASAMS munitions, tank shells and anti-drone gun trucks… (2023-04-04). Planning for meeting between top diplomats of Russia, Turkey, Iran, Syria to continue. tass.com Consultations between the defense ministers of Russia, Syria and Turkey took place in Moscow on December 28, 2022, as part of efforts to normalize relations between Ankara and Damascus… (2023-04-04). Russia to seek transparency in Nord Stream investigations — Deputy Foreign Minister. tass.com On September 27 last year, Nord Stream AG reported "unprecedented damage" that took place on three lines of Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines… (2023-04-04). Inviting Kiev to minister's meeting undermines NATO's solidarity — top Hungarian diplomat. tass.com Peter Szijjarto also said that he plans to warn his NATO counterparts about the need to do everything possible to avoid a direct conflict with Russia… (2023-04-04). Biden not focusing on situation around Trump — White House. tass.com According to Karine Jean-Pierre, the administration was ready for possible disturbances… (2023-04-04). Trump under arrest longer than his defense expected. tass.com This entire time Donald Trump has remained formally arrested… (2023-04-04). Trump leaves attorney's office, heads to court. tass.com He spent almost an hour in the prosecutor's office… (2023-04-04). Trump's arraignment under way in Manhattan court. tass.com The process is closed to the public… (2023-04-04). Trump leaves courtroom after arraignment — TASS correspondent. tass.com Earlier in the day, the ex-president was charged with 34 counts of forgery… (2023-04-04). Implementation of grain deal averted global food crisis — Erdogan. tass.com Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed hope for a just settlement of the Ukrainian crisis… (2023-04-04). Vigencia del ideario y lucha de Martin Luther King. telesurtv.net Martin Luther King fue un incansable luchador contra el racismo y a favor de los derechos sociales de las minorías en EE.UU. (2023-04-04). Argentina rendirá homenaje a los veteranos de las Malvinas. telesurtv.net El homenaje a los Veteranos y Caídos, y a sus familiares, fue iniciado por el presidente Alberto Fernández el pasado 2 de abril de 2022. (2023-04-04). Partido GERB gana por estrecho margen comicios en Bulgaria. telesurtv.net Bulgaria se prepara para duras negociaciones en el parlamento, destinadas a formar alianzas en el recinto legislativo, tras una quinta elección no concluyente. (2023-04-04). Colombia se prepara ante posible erupción del Nevado del Ruiz. telesurtv.net El Servicio Geológico Colombiano (SGC) informó este lunes que registró 5.400 sismos y emisión de cenizas en el volcán Nevado del Ruiz. (2023-04-04). Decenas de muertos tras deslave en República Democrática del Congo. telesurtv.net Se están realizando los esfuerzos de búsqueda de posibles víctimas, por lo que se podría incrementar el número de fallecidos. (2023-04-04). Detienen a 232 personas en El Salvador por delitos sexuales. telesurtv.net Entre los capturados en el operativo identificado como Valentina hay 222 hombres y 10 mujeres. (2023-04-04). Tropas israelíes asesinan a dos jóvenes palestinos en Nablus. telesurtv.net Ahmed Jibril, director de Ambulancias y Emergencias de la Media Luna Roja en Nablus, explicó a la prensa que ambos llegaron con graves heridas a dos hospitales en la urbe, donde fallecieron. (2023-04-04). øCómo las minas terrestres afectan a la infancia?>. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con las Naciones Unidas (ONU), el 90 por ciento de las víctimas de explosivos son civiles, y de ellos, la mitad son niños. (2023-04-04). Argentina homenajea a veteranos de la guerra de las Malvinas. telesurtv.net El acto realizado en el Palacio San Martín, sede de la cancillería, fue encabezado por el ministro de Exteriores de Argentina, Santiago Cafiero. (2023-04-04). Renuncia secretario de Comunicación de la Presidencia ecuatoriana. telesurtv.net Seminario hizo el anuncio mediante un mensaje de agradecimiento en su cuenta de la red social Twitter. (2023-04-04). Anuncian inicio de operaciones aéreas entre Venezuela y Curazao. telesurtv.net Destacaron que esta apertura permitirá impulsar la economía y el intercambio con Curazao. (2023-04-04). Asciende a 40 cifra de muertos por incendio en estación migratoria de México. telesurtv.net Las autoridades mexicanas contabilizan 27 heridos, de los cuales 23 se mantienen hospitalizados. (2023-04-04). Presidentes de Siria y Argelia sostienen intercambio telefónico. telesurtv.net El presidente Al Assad acotó que ambas naciones han mantenido posiciones cercanas en varios temas. (2023-04-04). Nuevo ataque israelí con misiles deja dos muertos en Siria. telesurtv.net La mayor parte del ataque fue interceptado por las antiaéreas sirias, reveló el Ministerio de Información sirio. (2023-04-04). Fuerzas de EE.UU., Corea del Sur y Japón realizan ensayos navales. telesurtv.net El ejercicio se realizará durante el lunes y el mañana martes en aguas al sur de la isla de Jeju, situada frente a la costa suroccidental de Corea del Sur. (2023-04-04). OPEP+ confirma recorte en más de un millón de barriles diarios. telesurtv.net El Comité tomó en consideración la decisión voluntaria de Rusia, Arabia Saudita, Irak, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, Kuwait, Kazajistán, Argelia, Omán y Gabón de reducir adicionalmente su producción. (2023-04-04). Arrestan a sospechosa de perpetrar explosión en San Petersburgo. telesurtv.net Daria Trepova es sospechosa de la autoría del atentado contra el corresponsal de guerra ruso Vladlen Tatarsky. (2023-04-04). Venezuela rechaza reciente declaración del fiscal de la CPI. telesurtv.net En un comunicado emitido por la Cancillería se indicó que Venezuela ratifica que seguirá ejerciendo todas las acciones pertinentes, para divulgar la verdad y defender sus derechos como nación. (2023-04-04). Denuncian el asesinato de líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz, que mencionó que se desconocen más detalles del hecho, señaló que con este homicidio, suman 37 los líderes sociales asesinados en el país en 2023. (2023-04-04). Comisión de Fiscalización inicia trámite de juicio político contra el presidente de Ecuador. telesurtv.net Este proceso se da una vez que la Corte Constitucional emitió un informe de admisibilidad por el presunto delito de peculado. (2023-04-04). ELN reitera disposición de alcanzar cese al fuego bilateral. telesurtv.net El ELN busca avanzar en los diálogos y crear un clima de garantías para la participación de la sociedad y en la formulación de las transformaciones básicas para habilitar un clima de paz. (2023-04-04). Candidato proeuropeo gana presidenciales en Montenegro. telesurtv.net El actual presidente, Milo Djukanovic, y su partido DPS fueron derrotados; pese a haber ganado la primera vuelta. (2023-04-04). Confederación indígena rechaza porte de armas en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Conaie alertó del surgimiento de grupos paramilitares y el asesinato de líderes y defensores de los derechos humanos. (2023-04-04). Egipto y Arabia Saudita profundizan relaciones históricas. telesurtv.net Ambas partes revisaron, además, temas de interés regional y común; así como vías para mejorar la cooperación conjunta. (2023-04-04). Finlandia se convertirá este martes en miembro pleno de la OTAN. telesurtv.net La ceremonia de adhesión de Finlandia coincidirá con el aniversario 74 de la fundación de la OTAN el 4 de abril de 1949. (2023-04-04). Tiroteos dejan tres muertos en barrios de Marsella, Francia. telesurtv.net En lo que va del 2023, los ajustes de cuentas con arma de fuego han provocado 13 muertos en Marsella. (2023-04-04). China y Cuba firman un acuerdo sobre ciberseguridad. telesurtv.net Según los funcionarios, la norma refleja la voluntad de los Gobiernos de ambos países de trabajar por un Internet que sirva para el desarrollo y el bienestar de los pueblos. (2023-04-04). FMI libera 5.400 millones de dólares para Argentina. telesurtv.net El organismo resaltó en un comunicado la necesidad de aplicar un paquete de políticas aún más fuertes para garantizar la estabilidad, enfrentar los retrocesos y asegurar los objetivos del programa. (2023-04-04). Asciende a 69 número de muertos en Perú debido a protestas. telesurtv.net El fin de semana pasado, se desarrolló en la ciudad de Juliaca, en la región de Puno, un congreso de los familiares de las víctimas de la represión en Perú. (2023-04-04). Sismo de magnitud 5.5 en Oaxaca se percibe en Ciudad de México. telesurtv.net La Secretaría de Seguridad Ciudadana declaró que hasta el momento no se reportan afectados, pero fueron atendidos cuatro casos de crisis nerviosa. (2023-04-04). Descubren reliquia de 4.500 años de antigàºedad en China. telesurtv.net La reliquia tiene grabado el patrón del tigre, además posee inscripciones de nubes y pájaros en ambos lados del arma ritual. (2023-04-04). Docentes anuncian nuevos paros por mejora salarial en Reino Unido. telesurtv.net El ente sindical realizó el llamado tras el rechazo de la oferta salarial que incluyó un pago único de 1.000 euros este año y un aumento de 4,3 por ciento el próximo año. (2023-04-04). Bolivia mantiene reducción de casos de Covid-19 por 12 ∞ semana. telesurtv.net En la última semana se detectaron 343 nuevos casos, lo que representa una reducción del 25 por ciento. (2023-04-04). Sismo de magnitud 6.9 sacude la península de Kamchatka, Rusia. telesurtv.net El Servicio Geofísico de Rusia informó que tras el sismo en la bahía de Avacha se han registrado al menos cinco seísmos en la península de Kamchatka. (2023-04-04). Trump Is Heading to Court. Here's What to Expect. latinorebels.com Former President Donald Trump is set to appear in a Manhattan courtroom Tuesday on charges related to falsifying business records in a hush money investigation, the first president ever to be charged with a crime. Here's what to expect. (2023-04-04). How Russian and Iranian Drone Strikes further dehumanize Warfare. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Israel on Fire: A Legal Slippery Slope to National Disintegration. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). FIFA Footballers who 'Died Suddenly' in the year following COVID Vaccine roll-out was 300% higher than the previous 12-Year Average. expose-news.com Extensive research has revealed that deaths of professional football/soccer players due to cardiovascular issues doubled every three months in 2021, with the number of footballers who 'died suddenly' in December 2021 equalling … (2023-04-04). China again renames 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh as part of Southern Tibet, India says ground situation 'won't change'. firstpost.com (2023-04-04). Putin-Xi meeting in the US and European press. uwidata.com The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and China's President Xi Jinping on March 20 has been the most widely reported and commented meeting of the last few months. The meeting was characterized not only by the meeting of the heads of two powerful states, but also by the "personal bond" of the two leaders … (2023-04-04). Thursday 5/18: Inequality and Instability — Peace Based Approach. indybay.org Online event… (2023-04-04). Illuminating Report On Veterans Administration's Staffing Shortages. popularresistance.org Today, the Veterans Healthcare Policy Institute, in association with the American Federation of Government Employees, released a comprehensive report on the urgent struggles of thousands of VA employees, and how they threaten to impede the future of America's best healthcare and benefits systems. | Entitled "Disadvantaging the VA: How VA Staff View Agency Privatization and Other Detrimental Policies," the 74-page report leans on dozens of interviews, hundreds of written comments, and thousands of survey responses, as well as Congressional testimony, federal watchdog reports, and other previous investigations. It… (2023-04-04). Trump's Team Blasts His Lawyer as 'Dumb' 'Loudmouth'. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Macron pone a Francia al borde de una guerra civil. globalizacion.ca La ola de protestas que recorre Francia debido a la reforma a las pensiones que está haciendo el gobierno de Macron, impulsada incluso pasando por encima del Parlamento y en contra de la voluntad de la mayoría de la población… (2023-04-04). Urgent: A Bold, Just, and Effective Program to Address the Developing Country Debt Crisis. fpif.org The developing country debt problem is indeed a crisis of massive proportions. But it can also be an opportunity to remake the global economy. (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/15: What's Home? A Night of Creative Listening Across Differences. indybay.org The 418 Project | 155 S. River St., Santa Cruz… (2023-04-04). Newly elected French CGT union leader rushes to prop up Macron. wsws.org The General Confederation of Labor (CGT) held its 53rd congress last week as the working class mounted a direct political struggle against President Emmanuel Macron. (2023-04-04). Mass drowning of refugees off the coast of Tunisia. wsws.org At least 29 refugees drowned off the Tunisian coast in three boat accidents last week, and another 67 people are missing, according to aid agencies. (2023-04-04). Québec Solidaire: Electoral squabbles and support for NATO's war with Russia. wsws.org Held in an explosive international context, dominated by the escalating conflict in Ukraine and a global resurgence of the class struggle, the QS National Council meeting had nothing to say on these burning issues. (2023-04-04). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Teachers in Bolivia are continuing strikes and protests over begun last month while 5,500 machinists at Spirit AeroSystems in Witchita have voted by a 99.9 percent margin to authorize strike. (2023-04-04). Rifts erupt in Australian ruling class over Voice referendum wording. wsws.org Conflicts over the wording of the constitutional amendment proposed by the Labor government and sections of the indigenous elite have the potential to produce a political crisis. (2023-04-04). Explosion in St. Petersburg café kills pro-Kremlin military blogger, wounds 32. wsws.org The explosion took place amid an ongoing insurgency in Russian-claimed territories and NATO preparations for a Ukrainian counteroffensive in the war against Russia. (2023-04-04). Stellantis cutting hundreds of jobs at Sterling Heights Assembly Plant. wsws.org The company is stepping up its campaign of economic terrorism before this summer's contract talks, provoking widespread anger among workers. (2023-04-04). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 1. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses, and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe. (2023-04-04). Vote 'No' on the SEIU Los Angeles contract! Education workers must build their own rank-and-file committees to take the struggle into their own hands! wsws.org That this deal has even been brought to a vote is a betrayal of the strike by 65,000 education which shut down the Los Angeles Unified School District for three days. (2023-04-04). WHO says that XBB.1.16 "Arcturus" is the next Omicron variant "to watch" wsws.org A new, more infectious and potentially virulent version of Omicron, XBB.1.16 has spread across 24 countries. In India where the variant has become dominant, cases are accelerating. (2023-04-04). Royal College of Nursing calls police against members. wsws.org Nursing union officials have called in police to help throttle a rank-and-file rebellion against their rotten pay-deal with the Tory government. (2023-04-04). US provided India real-time military intelligence in China border clash. wsws.org Washington is playing an ever more conspicuous and provocative role in the India-China border dispute, which has seen both countries forward deploy tens of thousands of troops, heavy artillery and fighter jets since 2020. (2023-04-04). Free Gershkovich, and stop the vicious persecution of Julian Assange. wsws.org Gershkovich, who was arrested by the Russian government, must be freed, but the campaign by the US and its allies over "press freedom" is characterized by a staggering level of hypocrisy. (2023-04-04). Postal workers at UK's Royal Mail vote to establish rank-and-file committee. wsws.org Postal workers spoke with World Socialist Web Site writers and representatives of post rank-and-file committees in Germany and Australia. (2023-04-04). Sri Lankan trade unions in high-level talks with the IMF. wsws.org The IMF meeting further exposes the transformation of the unions into open agents, not just of the Sri Lankan ruling class, but of international finance capital. (2023-04-04). Taiwan president to meet House speaker on US soil, in latest move against "one-China" policy. wsws.org In a major milestone in the US efforts to end the one-China policy and provoke a war with China over Taiwan, US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced Monday that he would meet with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen this week. (2023-04-04). Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Whistleblower Case Dismissed by Judge. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Planned Parenthood Sues Missouri AG After Being Targeted in Anti-Trans Inquiry. truthout.org On March 31, the Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri filed a lawsuit against the state's attorney general to block his requests to access HIPAA-protected health information regarding the clinic's transgender patients. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey had sent the clinic a civil investigative demand containing over 50 separate requests. In the lawsuit… | (2004-04-23). WATCH: Iran state TV apologises for airing kiss. tribune.com.pk (2004-04-23). Trump faces day in court in historic US first. tribune.com.pk (2004-04-23). Trump arrives at New York courthouse to face criminal charges. tribune.com.pk (2023-04-06). Black Alliance For Peace Launches People(s)-Centered Campaign For A Zone Of Peace In The Americas. popularresistance.org April 4, 2023—Today, the Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) will launch a collective campaign for a Zone of Peace in Our Americas with organizations throughout our region in Washington, D.C.; Havana, Cuba; and Port-au-Prince, Haiti. | The "Zone of Peace" concept emerged from the January 29, 2014, meeting of the heads of state and governments of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), all of which declared Latin America and the Caribbean should be seen and respected as a "Zone of Peace." BAP is leading an effort to activate the popular movement element of this state-centered declaration by… (2023-04-06). How The Global South Has Risen In The Face Of US Sabotage. popularresistance.org Ajamu Baraka is a former U.S. Green Party vice-presidential candidate, a longstanding political activist, and a spokesperson for the Black Alliance for Peace. He joins Lee Camp this week for an interview with "Behind the Headlines." China's rise, U.S. meddling worldwide, international resistance to Western domination, and much more are covered in the hour. | "It would be unbelievable just a few years ago to see that the Chinese are able to broker an agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia, that countries in Latin America would actually openly criticize U.S. policies," Baraka said, discussing signs that global pow… (2023-04-06). The United Nations Is Being Used In US Propaganda War Against Nicaragua. popularresistance.org While the United States pays little regard to the human rights of many of its own citizens, it manifests intense interest in those of countries that it regards as its enemies. | Nicaragua, designated by both Trump and Biden as a "strategic threat," is seen as one of those enemies. Of the countries selected for their own annual human rights assessment by the U.S. State Department, Nicaragua merited special attention in 2022, with a 43-page report compared with, for example, only a 36-page analysis of neighboring El Salvador, where 66,000 people have been subjected to mass arrests in the past year. This is part of… (2023-04-06). The US Blockade Of Cuba Is A Violation Of Democracy. popularresistance.org The only criteria to be invited to Biden's so-called Summit for Democracy on March 29 and 30 was to be a lapdog of US imperialism, not a real democracy. | Instead of uplifting true people's democracies which have dynamic, mass participation — such as those in Cuba and China — Biden's summit promoted the overthrow of these governments. | As Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said, "The US Democracy Summit was selective and virtual, as virtual as its own 'democracy,' a reflection of its own international moral isolation." (2023-04-06). Tiktok On Trial: The Latest Front In The US Tech War On China. popularresistance.org On March 23, CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee addressing concerns over the popular social media app's data collection practices and parent company ByteDance's alleged links to the Chinese government. Though TikTok is a subsidiary of ByteDance, which is based in Beijing, it operates as an independent entity. Chew has maintained the company has never shared user data with the Chinese government, and would refuse if pressed to do so. Still, the Congressional hearings amounted to nothing more than racist political theater, a McCarthyite witch trial, in which members… (2023-04-06). The Loss of Dollar Hegemony by Rod Brana. peoplesparty.org At the end of World War II, the US emerged as the only power without wholesale destruction of its cities and towns, with its manufacturing at its peak, and its infrastructure unscathed. This position of dominance was further enforced and cemented by the US dollar becoming the currency of trade and reserve that is the basis of economic activity in the world. The advantage of having the dollar, which the US could "print" (now digitize) has been huge. But, it has also been abused by generations of politicians in Washington DC, and the arrangement is starting to unravel, at an accelerating pace. | Consider the effect… (2023-04-06). Another fragmented election verdict in Bulgaria may worsen political crisis. peoplesdispatch.org The elections held in Bulgaria on April 2—the fifth in the last two years—have again resulted in a fragmented verdict as no single party or bloc managed to attain a simple majority in the 240-seat parliament, plunging the country into deeper political chaos. The polls saw a voter turnout of 40.63% as the majority of voters abstained from participating. As per the results, the conservative GERB-led coalition, led by former President Boyko Borisov, is in the front with 69 seats (2+) and 26.49% votes, while the liberal coalition of We Continue the Change (PP) and Democratic Bulgaria (DB), led by Kiril Pe… (2023-04-06). Dozens more killed defending unionist city of Las Anod from separatist Somaliland. peoplesdispatch.org Scores were killed on April 1 while defending Las Anod—the city at the heart of movement to reunify the region with Somalia—from attacks by the separatist Somaliland army… (2023-04-06). Turkey: The Fight over the Presidential Election Grows. journal-neo.org (2023-04-06). Why's the US Doing Air Strikes on Syria? journal-neo.org (2023-04-06). Canadian Tire Fire #57: RCMP Raid on Gidimt'en Checkpoint, Safe Third Country Loophole Closed, Queer and Trans Community Defense. itsgoingdown.org (2023-04-06). Canada Must Condemn, Sanction Brutal Israeli Attack on Al-Aqsa Worshippers. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-06). Merri-bek council rejects proposed development blocking neighbour's sunlight. greenleft.org.au In a win for those opposed to inappropriate development in Melbourne, Merri-bek council has rejected a proposed apartment building that would have blocked a neighbour's access to sunlight. Darren Saffin reports. (2023-04-06). Stoltenberg Says Ukraine Must Win the War to Become a NATO Member. news.antiwar.com NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Wednesday that in order for Ukraine to become a NATO member, it must prevail in its war with Russia and become more interoperable with the Western military alliance. "NATO's position is that Ukraine will become a member of the alliance, and that position has not changed. But we know that … (2023-04-06). David Brophy: 'The justifications for AUKUS are simply not convincing'. greenleft.org.au The defence minister claims the South China Sea is of vital national interest, because all trade with Japan and South Korea goes through it. David Brophy argues this is absurd, saying Canberra is spending billions of dollars to defend its trade with China — from China. (2023-04-06). French strikes and popular mobilizations continue, contesting not only retirement rollback, but also police brutality and authoritarian politics. mronline.org (2023-04-06). Selected Articles: U.S. Gun Violence During the COVID Crisis: Teenage Deaths and Injuries Increased by 64.8%. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-06). Peru announces definitive withdrawal of ambassador from Colombia. greenleft.org.au Peru withdrew its ambassador from Colombia following statements from Colombian President Gustavo Petro in support of ousted Peruvian President Pedro Castillo, reports Peoples Dispatch. (2023-04-06). CovertAction Bulletin — The Occupation Has One Face: Palestinian Reaction to Israeli Protests. covertactionmagazine.com Mass protests in Israel broke out after Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu fired his Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant. Hundreds of thousands of people demonstrated against Netanyahu's planned judicial reform—really, a legislative coup. But nowhere in the media coverage was any discussion of how the protests or the judicial reform itself would impact the Palestinian people who continue to live under Israeli occupation and terror… (2023-04-06). The Heat: Islamic State Khorasan. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-06). øCómo el uso de celulares ha cambiado el cerebro humano? cubadebate.cu La primera llamada con un teléfono móvil se hizo hace 50 años. Desde entonces, estos dispositivos se han convertido en una herramienta esencial que nos ayuda a llevar adelante nuestras vidas. øPero también alteran la forma en que funciona nuestro cerebro?. (2023-04-06). Florida: Hombre de 21 años arroja a su hijo a los caimanes, tras asesinar a la madre del niño. cubadebate.cu Un niño de dos años fue encontrado dentro de la boca de un caimán en Florida poco después de la muerte de su madre. Ahora, un miembro de su familia rompió el silencio desde que las tragedias ocurrieron. El cuerpo del niño pequeño Taylen Mosley fue encontrado dentro del reptil la semana pasada, un día después de que su madre fuera brutalmente apuñalada. (2023-04-06). Luis Robert Jr. se viraliza en redes sociales, en una de las mejores atrapadas de un "jonrón" en Grandes Ligas este año. cubadebate.cu Robert pasó a viralizarse en redes sociales luego que en el encuentro de este lunes ante San Francisco Giants le robara un jonrón a Joc Pederson, al brincar en la cerca del jardín central derecho del Guaranteed Rate Field de Chicago. El jardinero esperó el batazo de Pederson hasta último momento para abrir su guante y hacer una de las mejores atrapadas en el 2023. (2023-04-06). Ministerio de Justicia apuesta por la transformación digital para mejorar los servicios notariales y registrales. cubadebate.cu Al comentar sobre las dinámicas de los servicios notariales y registrales del sistema del Ministerio de Justicia, Olga Lidia Pérez Díaz, directora general de Notarías y Registros Públicos del MINJUS, resaltó que en los últimos tiempos se han incrementado exponencialmente los servicios notariales y también los registrales. "Creo que es la primera vez luego del triunfo revolucionario que se autorizan tantos documentos notariales", expresó. (2023-04-06). Presentador de Fox News sobre acciones de Trump: "Se ve muy mal atacar a la familia del juez" cubadebate.cu Steve Doocy, de Fox News, criticó Donald Trump por perseguir a la familia del juez que supervisa el caso penal de Trump en Manhattan. En "Fox & Friends" el miércoles por la mañana, Doocy señaló que el juez Juan Merchan le había advertido a Trump durante su comparecencia el martes que no usara las redes sociales para incitar a la violencia. (2023-04-06). SNB 62: Villa Clara vence a Ciego de àÅvila y se queda solo en la cima de la tabla. cubadebate.cu Villa Clara venció hoy 9×4 a Ciego de àÅvila en su estadio Augusto César Sandino y aprovechó la derrota de Las Tunas para quedarse solo en la cima de la 62 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, que transita por sus segundas subseries particulares.Los anaranjados del mentor Ramón Moré pegaron 14 jits y fueron comandados por Yeniet Pérez. (2023-04-06). Argentina deberá pagar 1330 millones de euros a los fondos buitres tras fallo del Tribunal de Londres. cubadebate.cu Argentina recibió este miércoles un nuevo fallo desfavorable en la justicia internacional. Esta vez por parte del Tribunal Superior de Londres, que determinó que el país deberá pagar 1330 millones de euros por el incumplimiento de los pagos de bonos atados al crecimiento económico que se emitieron en los canjes de deuda de 2005 y 2010, los famosos "Cupones PBI". (2023-04-06). Asesinato del fundador de Cash App eleva las críticas sobre la falta de seguridad en San Francisco. cubadebate.cu Bob Lee, fundador de la multimillonaria empresa tecnológica Cash App, murió el martes después de recibir varias puñaladas en el centro de la ciudad californiana, informó su familia.La Policía encontró a Lee, de 43 años, con heridas de arma blanca. Intentó salvarle la vida, pero finalmente falleció en el hospital. Hubo 56 homicidios en la ciudad en 2021 y 2022. (2023-04-06). Las 3 del día: Qué pasa con la sal, las explicaciones sobre el juicio contra Cuba en Londres y las noticias del 5 de abril (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu øQué ha pasado con la sal en Cuba? A esa pregunta responde en nuestro podcast Jorge Luis Bell àÅlvarez, director de la Empresa de la Sal (Ensal). También hablaremos de los resultados del juicio contra la República de Cuba y el Banco Nacional de Cuba en Londres y un habitual recorrido informativo por las noticias del 5 de abril. (2023-04-06). PSUV's Hugo Cabezas Captured in New Round of Corruption Arrests. orinocotribune.com A presentation hearing of 13 new detainees for corruption in the Venezuelan Corporation of Guayana and Cartones de Venezuela has been held, in which former PSUV leader Hugo Cabezas is one of the detainees. | This information was released on Wednesday, March 5, by the minister for communication and information, Freddy àëáñez, via social media. He added that Pedro Maldonado, Edgar Sánchez, and Felipe Contreras from the Corporación Venezolana de Guayana (CVG), among others, were also presented. | Hugo Cabezas served as a PSUV deputy until his appointment as president of Cartones de Venezuela, a Venezuelan state… (2023-04-06). Venezuela's Public Ministry: 51 People Detained on Corruption Charges So Far. orinocotribune.com A total of 51 people have been detained for being involved in different acts of corruption across Venezuela, reported Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek William Saab. At a press conference, Saab explained that the detainees include, but are not limited to, those related to the PDVSA-Crypto cases, the Corporación Venezolana de Guayana (CVG) case, as well as detained judges and regional/parliamentary officials. | "To date, there are 51 people who have been detained for various corruption schemes, including that of PDVSA-Crypto, CVG, and detained judges," the Attorney General announced this Wednesday, March 5. "When… (2023-04-06). Israeli police invade Al Aqsa Mosque for the second night in a row. greenleft.org.au Israeli police invaded Al Aqsa Mosque for the second day in a row, shooting tear gas and stun grenades at Palestinian worshippers inside, reports Susan Price. (2023-04-06). Putin, Lukashenko to hold meeting of Union State Supreme State Council. tass.com In particular, it is planned to make decisions on practical issues of integration cooperation… (2023-04-06). Russian, Turkish top diplomats to discuss grain deal, Ukrainian crisis. tass.com It is expected that the Russian Foreign Minister and his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu will raise "issues of ensuring the comprehensive security of Russians in Turkey" (2023-04-06). Russian cosmonauts to re-dock Soyuz MS-23 spacecraft to nodal module for safe spacewalks. tass.com Maneuver in manual mode will be performed by cosmonaut Sergei Prokopiev… (2023-04-06). China warns US, Taiwan of 'strong and resolute measures' in response to wrong action. tass.com China calls on the US to immediately "stop raising the level of relations with Taiwan, stop creating factors of tension in the Taiwan Strait, stop attempts of containing China by means of Taiwan and stop following the wrong path" (2023-04-06). Talks between top Iranian and Saudi diplomats begin in Beijing — Iranian foreign ministry. tass.com Relations between Riyadh and Tehran became strained in March 2015 after a Saudi-led coalition launched a military operation in Yemen against the Ansar Allah (Houthi) movement… (2023-04-06). Turkish presidential candidate vows to pursue policy of good-neighborliness if elected. tass.com Turkey will hold presidential and parliamentary elections on May 14… (2023-04-06). Taiwan Leader Set to Meet US House Speaker Despite China Warning. asia-pacificresearch.com (2023-04-05). The Undercover Organizers Behind America's Union Wins. popularresistance.org If you want to unionize a workplace, Will Westlake was saying, get used to unclogging the drains. At a secret off-hours gathering held in Rochester, New York, in March, the 25-year-old former barista told a few dozen labor activists that a great way to build trust with co-workers and bosses is to volunteer for thankless chores. In his case, that meant spending months at a Starbucks outside Buffalo in 2021 getting on his knees and reaching beneath the sinks to yank loose the grimy mix of mocha chips, espresso beans, congealed milk and rotten fruit that regularly stopped things up. "Be the person who's willing," We… (2023-04-05). Slinghot: Take The High Road. popularresistance.org When I ran for president of the Massachusetts Teachers Association I ran headlong into attacks about my character, my competency, and the intentions of our reform caucus. We were accused of being divisive, of being controlled by outside forces, and of cheating. | As we campaigned, we tapped into a deep vein of anger and disappointment with the former leadership. We put forward a vision of well-funded schools, autonomy in the classroom, and dignity at work. We invited each other into building a fighting union that would organize to achieve these goals. | Instead of proposing their own vision, our opponents pulled… (2023-04-05). One Person Killed, Two Injured In Vehicle Assault On Food Not Bombs. popularresistance.org Two volunteers with the mutual aid group Reno Food Not Bombs are in "critical, but stable condition" and one unhoused person, Michelle "Mama Bear," is dead after a 57 year old man, David Turner, "suddenly and inexplicably drove his car through the area where the women were standing" on Monday. All three were reportedly transported to a local hospital directly following the attack, however Michelle sadly passed away due to her injuries. According to law enforcement, Turner claimed that the attack was "intentional." As This Is Reno reported: | David Turner, 57, is facing one count of murder and two counts of attemp… (2023-04-05). 87% of service workers in the US South were injured on the job last year. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-05). Colombian President calls for agreement on ceasefire in the third round of talks with ELN. peoplesdispatch.org In response to the government's call, the ELN issued a statement and reiterated its willingness to work to reach a bilateral ceasefire with the Gustavo Petro government… (2023-04-05). Massive fire devastates popular clothing market in Bangladesh capital Dhaka. peoplesdispatch.org The fire at Banga Bazar damaged thousands of shops and covered the surrounding neighborhoods with black smoke. The cause of the fire has not yet been ascertained and no casualty has been reported… (2023-04-05). Massive rally of farmers and workers in Indian capital New Delhi. peoplesdispatch.org On Wednesday, April 5, thousands of farmers and workers from across India came to the capital New Delhi to protest the central government and its anti-farmer and anti-labor policies. The rally, organized under the banner 'Mazdoor Kisan Sangharsh Rally' was held at the Ramlila Maidan grounds. | Protesters (2023-04-05). 15 million in the US to be kicked off of public health benefits. peoplesdispatch.org As US-based news is inundated with coverage surrounding the spectacle of former president Donald Trump's arraignment, 15 million people are being quietly phased out of receiving Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) benefits, beginning April 1 and going through May and July. | As the Joe Biden administration will end the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration on May 11, starting this past weekend states have already begun to kick people off of Medicaid and CHIP. These states are all Republican Party-controlled: Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, New Hampshire, and South Dakota. | Medicaid and CHIP… (2023-04-05). In OtherWords: April 5, 2023. otherwords.org Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has stepped down, concluding a controversial third stint as leader of the iconic company with a Senate hearing on his union busting | This week in OtherWords, Sonali Kolhatkar explains Also this week, we offer a pair of op-eds about ho… (2023-04-05). Stop This Corporate Child Abuse. otherwords.org With new outrages erupting every day, I find some comfort in knowing that we the people have at least eliminated certain particularly ugly plutocratic abuses. Child labor, for example — outlawed in 1938, right? | Well, outlawed, yes; stopped, no. To be clear, there's nothing wrong with teenagers working to help their families, gain experience,… (2023-04-05). Student Debt Forgiveness Is a Win-Win for Our Country. otherwords.org The I spent over two decades paying off my federal student loans — and like a lot of people with educational debt, I paid $20,000 more than what I borrowed. Thankfully, because I work in public service, an earlier Biden initiative canceled over half of my debt, allowing me to reach the light at the end of… (2023-04-05). Howard Schultz: Union Buster in Chief. otherwords.org Outgoing Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, in a recent The conversation was meant to showcase Schultz's commitment to Starbucks coffee as he prepared to step down as CEO of the company for the third time. But it took place in Italy, prompting his interviewer to ask: Why wasn't Schultz sitting down with unionizing workers back home? (2023-04-05). Many Are Falling Short Chasing the American Dream. otherwords.org Most of us have been given the same life directives: go to college, get a good job, get married, have kids, retire. As a former alumni adviser for high school grads, I can assure you that narrative is alive and well. | We get this plan from well-meaning people who love us, often long before we can form a definition of what happiness means to us. There's nothing wrong with these goals, of course. But they may not be for everyone — and in our unequal society, pursuing them can be a big risk that doesn't always pay off. | For my part, I thought following these steps was a direct route to the American Dream. (2023-04-05). Cartoon: Dante's Inferno, War Crimes Edition. otherwords.org (2023-04-05). Second "Summit for Democracy" journal-neo.org (2023-04-05). The West's Denial Strategy and the Surfacing Multipolar World. journal-neo.org (2023-04-05). Detroit Activists Battle Bailiffs in Defense of the Tiny Home of Taura Brown. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Un cuento de hadas, los autos eléctricos. globalizacion.ca (2023-04-05). Britain: Corbyn's ban 'a disgraceful attack on democracy'. greenleft.org.au In a move that has been condemmed as deceitful and undemocratic, the British Labour Party's National Executive Committee (NEC) voted on March 29 to bar former leader Jeremy Corbyn from standing as a Labour candidate in the 2024 general election, reports Alex Salmon. (2023-04-05). America's Broken Windows. americanthinker.com Little crimes lead to bigger crimes, both in a big city and in our nation as a whole. (2023-04-05). Ready Yourself for the 2024 Storms. americanthinker.com The end of the Marxist-infiltrated Progressive Era isn't happening with a whimper, but with bangs. (2023-04-05). Republicans Need a Tech Manhattan Project. americanthinker.com Republicans are burdened with obsolete infrastructure in both national voter integrity organizations and national party apparatus, that desperately fears change. (2023-04-05). Trump Can't Win without Recognizing His Flaws. americanthinker.com If Donald Trump is as great as he claims, he'll take the criticism of his supporters in the spirit in which it is offered. (2023-04-05). Unequal Under the Law for One Means Unequal for All. americanthinker.com The double standards are beyond offensive, and to turn on Trump now is to forfeit any expectation of justice for ourselves and our posterity. (2023-04-05). A 'transgender' minister analogizes the Nashville shooter to Christ. americanthinker.com This is what happens when narcissistic leftists shape religion to their needs rather than aspiring to religion's demands. (2023-04-05). A typical day in the life of a California family. americanthinker.com Technically, this is a parody, but it edges remarkably close to California's reality. (2023-04-05). An indictment so trashy even Mitt Romney is condemning it. americanthinker.com Even Mitt had had too much of Alvin Bragg's clown show in Manhattan. (2023-04-05). Appeals court orders Stormy Daniels to pay Trump an additional $121,973. americanthinker.com Just when all hope was fading away, a very thin silver lining appeared in a California court almost 3,000 miles from the Manhattan courthouse where Trump appeared. (2023-04-05). Bragg, Adams, and as the world turns. americanthinker.com Eric Adams lays down the law to menacing Young Republicans. (2023-04-05). Chicago elects a new mayor who defended looting. americanthinker.com The term in office of Lori Lightfoot, defeated with an ignominious third-place finish in the primary in large part because of public disgust over crime, may soon be regarded as the good old days. (2023-04-05). DOJ's arrest policies. americanthinker.com Early-morning or pre-dawn raids are designed for maximum humiliation and intimidation. (2023-04-05). El Salvador's Bukele does Joe Biden a favor, and all he gets are insults. americanthinker.com Guy cleans up his country and gives his country's citizens a reason to not migrate illegally to the States, and all he gets from Biden are sanctions and insults. (2023-04-05). The extraordinary behind-the-scenes friendship in Casablanca. americanthinker.com In dark times — and these are dark times — it's helpful to remember that there's always some light. (2023-04-05). The great gun control myth. americanthinker.com Imperfect men enacting imperfect laws over imperfect society will consistently yield imperfect results. (2023-04-05). The United States has lost the moral high ground. americanthinker.com Yesterday was doubtless among the darkest days in the history of the nation. (2023-04-05). TN GOP legislators play hardball, strip committee assignments and may expel 'insurrection' Dems from state Legislature. americanthinker.com After decades of being played for chumps, Republican office-holders are realizing that the only way to counter outrageous Democrat misbehavior is to embrace 'The Chicago Way,' made famous by David Mamet's script for 'The Untouchables.' (2023-04-05). TN GOP legislators play hardball, strip committee assignments and may expel 'insurrection' Dems from state legislature. americanthinker.com After decades of being played for chumps, Republican office holders are realizing that the only way to counter outrageous Democrat misbehavior is to embrace "The Chicago Way" made famous by David Mamet's script for "The Untouchables" (2023-04-05). Trump gets the Nixon treatment. americanthinker.com I wish I could say America has become a Banana Republic, but there is no reason to believe we are a republic, banana or otherwise. (2023-04-05). Wednesday Schadenfreude: 'The View' puts out table coasters to counter the audience perception that they can't stop farting. americanthinker.com Given their low discourse, we're more surprised they don't promote it. (2023-04-05). Wednesday Schadenfreude: The View puts out table coasters to counter the audience perception that they can't stop farting. americanthinker.com Given their low discourse, we're more surprised they don't promote it. (2023-04-05). Yes, the indictment is inadequate on its face—but that doesn't matter. americanthinker.com As a veteran of decades working in a leftist-run judicial system, the only thing that matters is the acceptable progressive end. (2023-04-05). The Meeting Between Lula's Chief Foreign Policy Advisor & President Putin Was Very Important. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Sunday 4/16: Q&A Discussion of the film "Marketing the Israeli Occupation – Part One" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)… (2023-04-05). Episcopal Diocese Of New York Apologizes For Church's Affiliation With Transatlantic Slave Trade, Pledges $1M For Reparations. moguldom.com The Episcopal Diocese of New York has officially apologized for the church's participation in the slave trade. The religious organization has also established a reparations commission in a step to right its wrongs when it comes to slavery. Established in 1785, the diocese covers three New York City boroughs and seven New York state counties. … (2023-04-05). Brandon Johnson Fights Off Big Money Opposition And Becomes Mayor Of Chicago. moguldom.com Progressive Democrat Brandon Johnson, 47, has become the next mayor of Chicago, beating moderate Democrat Paul Vallas. The tense race, which, according to some reports, pitted Black voters against the city's white voters, ended on April 4 when Johnson won by 51.4 percent to 48.6 percent. Chicago's population is 45.3 percent white, and Black residents … (2023-04-05). What The Latest Mortality Rate Data Says About Early Death, the Deep South, and Black Lives. moguldom.com Americans aren't living as long as they used to. From 2019 to 2021, life expectancy in the U.S. decreased by 2.7 years. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the mortality rate has increased. The CDC estimates life expectancy at birth in the U.S. decreased to 76.1 years in 2021, down 2.7 years … (2023-04-05). Notes on Mutual Aid: A Local History of Survival and Struggle. itsgoingdown.org The first in a series looking critically at mutual aid programs that exploded following the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the George Floyd rebellion. Originally posted to Notes on Mutual Aid. Zine PDF For Printing HERE In Spring of 2022 we were rejected by our anonymous friends at PugetSoundAnarchists.org. The site admins declined to… (2023-04-05). Military Situation In Ukraine On April, 5 2023: AFU In Bakhmut Remained Only In West. Explosions In Dnipro And Odessa. southfront.org (2023-04-05). Palestine in Pictures: March 2023. electronicintifada.net A monthly roundup of photographs documenting Palestine, Palestinian life, politics and culture, and international solidarity with Palestine. (2023-04-05). Urgent Threats to Peace for Humanity in the 21st Century. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Trump en el laberinto judicial. globalizacion.ca Donald Trump se presentó ante el Tribunal Penal de Lower Manhattan para enfrentar los cargos, supuestamente más de treinta, por haber comprado el silencio de la actriz de películas porno Stormy Daniels durante la campaña presidencial del 2016. | Trump pagó… (2023-04-05). Twitter Thread Expertly Dissects Millennial/Gen Z Psychology. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). German Leftist Lawmaker Says U.S. Soldiers and Nukes Must Leave Her Country. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Dangerous Jet Combat Training over Tohono O'odham Nation Endangers O'odham. indybay.org Tohono O'odham were not informed of jet combat training overhead during the last two weeks, or that the Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems had built an 11th spy tower in the heart of the Tohono O'odham Nation. (2023-04-05). Nashville students rally for gun control ahead of April 5 nationwide walkout. nationofchange.org One organizer said that if Tennessee lawmakers "actually cared about protecting kids" they would "address what kills kids every single day" instead of banning books and drag shows. (2023-04-05). Global News Dispatches: 3 Stories. independentmediainstitute.org Headlines in This News Package: Regional Isolation of Syria May End Soon Peru Announces Definitive Withdrawal of Ambassador From Colombia Tragedy in Ciudad Juárez Highlights Dangers Faced by Migrants [NEWS ITEM TEXT] Regional Isolation of Syria May End Soon [259 words] Saudi Arabia may invite Syria to attend the upcoming Arab League summit in … (2023-04-05). How Union Workers Are Fighting to Save America's Beleaguered Health Care System. independentmediainstitute.org Among the handful of neurologically impaired patients in Judy Danella's care one day in March 2023 were three so ill that they struggled just to swallow. She fed each of them in turn, delivering spoonful after spoonful of pureed food, patiently nourishing them toward better health even as she herself was stretched thinner by the … (2023-04-05). Inside the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights in Africa. independentmediainstitute.org The National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC) gained a historic win at the Kenyan Supreme Court on February 24, 2023. It was finally able to register as an official nongovernmental organization (NGO), after a 10-year legal battle in a country where homosexuality is outlawed. However, the LGBTQ+ community's celebrations were cut short by … (2023-04-05). Trump faces the music: the scene outside. cpusa.org (2023-04-05). What American media won't tell us about the Putin and Xi meeting, part I. nationofchange.org China's moves in the Middle East and apparent endorsement of Putin's imperialist goals in Ukraine necessitate a response from the West. (2023-04-05). Saturday 4/29: EV Ride and Drive: Electrify your Ride. indybay.org Sunnyvale Community Center – 550 E Remington Drive Sunnyvale, CA 94087… (2023-04-05). Saturday 4/22: This Is Not A Gun Workshop with Cara Levine and Angela Hennessy. indybay.org Contemporary Jewish Museum | 736 Mission Street | San Francisco, CA 94103… (2023-04-05). How to Create Positive Change: Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali at Progress Network (Video). juancole.com The Progress Network | How does change actually occur? And what are the best tactics for bringing large coalitions together? Hosts of Democracy-ish, Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali, discuss the balance between angry revolution and individual hope, and what ultimately gets people on board with a movement. Plus, we take a look at the World … (2023-04-05). Inflation, Ukraine and China. indybay.org What impresses me is China's diplomatic engagement. And I say that also in terms of their role in restoring diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Our diplomacy, American diplomacy, seems to me reactive, unimaginative, and ineffective. | Chinese diplomacy, on the other hand, seems to me to be more imaginative and potentially more effective. (Andrew Bacevich)… (2023-04-05). Inside The Digital Advertising Stock That's Breaking Away From The Pack: The Trade Desk. moguldom.com (2023-04-05). Venezuela's Opposition Envoy Calls on Biden to Ease Sanctions. news.antiwar.com Fernando Blasi, the new envoy for Venezuela's US-backed opposition, is calling on the Biden administration to ease crippling sanctions on Venezuela, saying not doing so could turn the country into another Cuba, which has been under a US trade embargo since 1962. "If we continue down this path, Venezuela is destined to be another Cuba," … (2023-04-05). Belarusian Troops Train on Russia's Nuclear-Capable Iskander Missiles. news.antiwar.com Belarusian troops have begun training on Russia's nuclear-capable Iskander missiles after President Vladimir Putin announced he would deploy tactical nuclear weapons to Belarus. According to Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu, Belarusians started training on the Iskander systems at a Russian testing ground on April 3. The Belarusian Defense Ministry also announced the training. "The program … (2023-04-05). Blinken Can't Reschedule His Trip to China After Canceling. news.antiwar.com Secretary of State Antony Blinken is looking to reschedule his trip to China that he canceled over the Chinese balloon that wound up floating over the US, but Beijing is rebuffing the effort, POLITICO reported Wednesday. The POLITICO report said China has effectively frozen high-level contacts with US officials. An unnamed US official said that … (2023-04-05). House Speaker McCarthy Meets Taiwan's Tsai in California. news.antiwar.com House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) met with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in California on Wednesday, marking the highest level meeting between US and Taiwanese officials since the previous House speaker, Nancy Pelosi, visited Taipei in August 2022. The meeting is historic and risks provoking a major Chinese response as it makes McCarthy the highest-level US … (2023-04-05). Iran Says It Foiled Drone Attack in Iranian City of Isfahan. news.antiwar.com Iranian authorities have said they foiled a drone attack on a military facility in the Iranian city of Isfahan. According to Iran's PressTV, the Iranian Defense Ministry said one of its facilities in the city had come under attack by a Micro Aerial Vehicle (MAV), which was shot down by air defenses. The ministry said … (2023-04-05). Ukraine 'Ready' to Talk About Crimea With Russia If Counteroffensive Succeeds. news.antiwar.com An advisor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Financial Times that Kyiv would be "ready" to negotiate the status of Crimea with Russia if it launches a successful counteroffensive and captures the territory Russia controls that borders the peninsula. "If we will succeed in achieving our strategic goals on the battlefield and when we will … (2023-04-05). Zelensky Says Poland Will Form Coalition to Send Warplanes to Ukraine. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Warsaw on Wednesday and said he believes Poland will form a coalition of NATO countries to send warplanes to Kyiv as the Polish led the charge to provide Western-made tanks. "Just as your (Polish) leadership proved itself in the tank coalition, I believe that it will manifest itself in the … (2023-04-05). US Announces $2.6 Billion Weapons Package for Ukraine. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Wednesday 4/12: Solon's Salon. indybay.org Notable House | 189 Ellsworth St. | San Francisco… (2023-04-05). Saturday 4/8: What Putin's invasion tells us about housing issues: a walking tour. indybay.org American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco… (2023-04-05). Tuesday 4/4: Prop 13 reform's assassination by kindness: the OMG of California taxpayers. indybay.org ZOOM: us05web.zoom.us/j/87077550566?pwd=NlErNVR5ZkszTG9TR0pTd1RJR1hLdz09 | (this is a virtual only meeting)… (2023-04-05). April 9 meeting to honor Mary Pinotti-Kaessinger. workers.org (2023-04-05). So the Russian Incursion in Ukraine Was "Unprovoked", Eh? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). What Trump's Indictment Means. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). "The Big Powers are Worried". Iran's Military Technologies for Defense. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). NATO Expansionism in Scandinavia Helps America, But Puts Finland in Line of Fire. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Sibos 2024 financial services forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn Beijing will play host city to the Swift International Banker's Operation Seminar (Sibos) financial services forum in 2024, according to a joint announcement from Beijing authorities and the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT). (2023-04-05). Bead obsession grows among Chinese students. ecns.cn A string of beads made of various materials has become a favorite toy among some elementary Chinese school students. (2023-04-05). Australia urged to observe market economy rules after it plans to ban TikTok from government devices. ecns.cn China has made solemn démarches to Australia after the Australian government said it would remove TikTok on all federal government devices, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). China firmly opposes meeting between Tsai Ing-wen and Kevin McCarthy: FM spokeswoman. ecns.cn China firmly opposes the U.S. arrangement for Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip to the U.S. and a meeting between her and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, because it seriously contravenes the one-China principle and provisions in the three China-U.S. joint communiqués and gravely undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said Tuesday. (2023-04-05). China's high temperature superconducting maglev transportation system completes suspension run. ecns.cn China's independently developed high temperature superconducting electric maglev transportation system has completed its first suspension run, according to its developer CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co., Ltd. in northeast China's Jilin Province. (2023-04-05). Archaeological work advances made in Tibet in 2022. ecns.cn A series of archaeological excavations and investigations were carried out in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region last year, providing important facts for understanding the region's ancient history and culture. (2023-04-05). China issues traffic safety warning ahead of Qingming Festival. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security on Tuesday issued an early warning for road traffic safety risks during the Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, which falls on April 5 this year. (2023-04-05). China builds vast solar, wind power parks in deserts. ecns.cn The northern region of China is witnessing a remarkable surge in the construction of solar and wind power parks along its desert belt and this development is transforming the once barren and desolate areas into a bustling hub for renewable energy. (2023-04-05). China's Tibet discovers earliest cave tomb built 3,000 yrs ago. ecns.cn The cemetery site is indicative of diverse cultures and exchanges and connections between different areas in the hinterland of Tibet at that time, said Tashi Tsering, a researcher with the regional institute of cultural relics protection. (2023-04-05). More dolphins washed ashore near Tokyo for 2nd straight day. ecns.cn Several more dolphins were found washed ashore and stranded on a beach near Tokyo on Tuesday morning, one day after dozens were found stranded in the same place a day earlier. (2023-04-05). China to deepen new cooperation pattern with Indonesia: Wang Yi. ecns.cn Wang Yi (R), director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, shakes hands with Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Indonesia's Coordinator for Cooperation with China and Coordinating Minister of Maritime Affairs and Investment in Beijing, China, April 4, 2023. (2023-04-05). Tax policies to boost market confidence. ecns.cn Foreign enterprises are expected to expand funding into research and development in China as the country strengthens its support to innovation with long-term preferential tax policy arrangements, they said. (2023-04-05). Shanghai announces trade promotion policy agenda. ecns.cn A slew of measures to promote international trade and attract foreign investment have been recently unveiled by the municipal government of Shanghai. (2023-04-05). Exploring Qingming Festival: swallow kites carry misfortune away. ecns.cn Qingming is both a solar term and traditional Chinese festival during which people enjoy spring outings, sweep graves and pray to those who have passed away. (2023-04-05). Trump charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records, pleads not guilty. ecns.cn Former U.S. President Donald Trump is charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records, the Manhattan district attorney said on Tuesday afternoon. (2023-04-05). China urges Japan to rectify actions on semiconductor export curbs. ecns.cn China is highly concerned about Japan's semiconductor export controls and urges it to rectify its actions, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Xi plants trees in Beijing, urging more afforestation efforts for green development, building beautiful China. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday attended a voluntary tree planting activity in Beijing and called for more efforts in afforestation to write a new chapter in building a beautiful China. (2023-04-05). Xi stresses Party theoretic study drive to enhance cohesion and pool strengths. ecns.cn A meeting on the education campaign about the study and implementation of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era was held on Monday in Beijing. President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), attended the meeting and made an important speech. (2023-04-05). China's hyperspectral Earth observation satellite put into use. ecns.cn China's hyperspectral satellite for Earth observation has gone into use after completing in-orbit tests, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, the primary developer of the spacecraft, announced on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Former chairman of China Everbright Group under investigation. ecns.cn Li Xiaopeng, former Party chief and chairman of China Everbright Group has been placed under investigation for suspected severe violations of Party discipline and laws, according to an official statement released Wednesday. (2023-04-05). China plans to restructure disciplines, majors at universities. ecns.cn China will adjust the composition of about 20 percent of the disciplines and majors at its higher education institutions, replacing outdated disciplines with new ones that keep abreast with new technologies, emerging sectors and new business modes. (2023-04-05). FM urges relevant U.S. congressman not to undermine China-U.S. ties. ecns.cn Relevant U.S. congressman needs to abide by the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiques and avoid undermining the China-U.S. relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Monday. (2023-04-05). Cherry blossoms with colorful lights dazzle Yantai. ecns.cn People are enchanted by cherry blossoms with colorful lights at night in Yantai, east China's Shandong Province, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-05). Culture Fact | Solar term: Qingming. ecns.cn (2023-04-05). Culture Fact | Qingming Festival in ancient Chinese poem. ecns.cn (2023-04-05). Intangible Cultural Heritage inheritor: swallow kites carry misfortune away. ecns.cn Qingming is both a natural solar term and traditional Chinese festival during which people enjoy spring outings, sweep graves and pray to those who have passed away. (2023-04-05). Japan needs to reconsider wastewater discharge plan. mronline.org (2023-04-05). "Legitimate target" — Bellingcat defends terror attack at St. Petersburg cafe. mronline.org (2023-04-05). The United Nations is being used by the U.S. in its Propaganda War against Nicaragua. mronline.org (2023-04-05). TikTok on trial: The latest front in the U.S. tech war on China. mronline.org (2023-04-05). Unchecked by consequences, a new authoritarianism is unfolding in India. mronline.org (2023-04-05). Chris Hedges: Reclaiming Our Country. scheerpost.com (2023-04-05). Is Israel a 'democracy'? An editorial. workers.org (2023-04-05). Iraq's missing million: Up to 1 million people have "disappeared" in last 50 years. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-05). Senile Economics: Bubble Ontology and the Pull of Gravity. indybay.org The entire banking system is closing in on folding, which is why it so desperately needs new inflationary liquidity to keep afloat. The Great Reset is our owners' authoritarian attempt to respond to this systemic threat by taking control of the collateral (our lives) and remain in the driving seat. All the rest is perception management. (2023-04-05). Border delegation in San Diego: Chicano Park, Barrio Logan tour and meeting with Aztlan Youth. fightbacknews.org San Diego, CA – On April 2, part of the Legalization for All Network's border delegation spent the day in San Diego, the city on the U.S. side of the border across from Tijuana, México. | The group of immigrant rights activists from Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Chicago and Minnesota spent the day in San Diego's Barrio Logan neighborhood. | They started with a tour of Chicano Park at the heart of the neighborhood, and then did a walkthrough of the surrounding neighborhood. | As a border city on land that was part of Mexico until 1848, until the U.S.'s theft of the states that are now the southwestern part of the U. (2023-04-05). Tampa Bay SDS statement regarding USF trying to intimidate student activists with false charges. fightbacknews.org Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from Tampa Bay SDS. | On Tuesday, April 4th, one of our members, Lauren Pineiro, retroactively received student code of conduct violations relating to our protest on March 6th in which we were brutally attacked by University of South Florida police officers. This comes as two of our other members, who were previously charged, are having student code of conduct hearings. Pineiro is set to graduate at the end of this semester, with a major in Sociology and a minor in Women's and Gender Studies, but these conduct violations could put their degree in jeop… (2023-04-05). Donald Trump's historic day in court: Recapping a day of drama that ended with a 'not guilty' plea. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Explained: Why al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem is a regular site of conflict between Israel and Palestine. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Why French president Emmanuel Macron's visit to China is significant. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). China freezes visas for two Indian journalists amid chill in ties. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Selected Articles: Turning Tides: The US Congress and Julian Assange. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). U.S. Gun Violence during the Covid Crisis: Teenage Deaths and Injuries Increased by 64.8%. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). China Completes First LNG Cross-border Yuan Settlement Transaction. infobrics.org China completed its first purchase of liquefied natural gas (LNG) using cross-border yuan settlement. It comes amid rising acceptance of the yuan in the international market… (2023-04-05). Why India Cannot Stop the Growing Friendship Between Russia and China. infobrics.org Ever since the meeting of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his/her Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, foreign policy experts sitting in India have started interpreting it in different ways… (2023-04-05). South Africa –°hairs Most Powerful Global Grouping. infobrics.org As South Africa chairs the Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa grouping, and prepares to host the next annual summit scheduled for August this year, The bloc recently eclipsed the G7 group of developed countries in share of real global GDP… (2023-04-05). Kiev receives financial aid in order to accept its inability to join NATO. infobrics.org According to Western mainstream media, the Atlantic military alliance tries to control Kiev's anger by giving it more money. (2023-04-05). Turkey's 2023 election a choice between Eurasianism and Atlanticism. infobrics.org Erdoƒüan blasts US Ambassador for meeting with opposition leader Kƒ±lƒ±àßdaroƒülu. (2023-04-05). Four taboo truths about the Ukraine war. indybay.org Like every war in history, the Ukrainian war has a prehistory that does not begin with Russia's invasion of the neighboring country nearly a year ago, or even in 2014 with the annexation of Crimea to Russia. Second, the war has an immense potential for escalation. (2023-04-05). Canada: The Case Against Iran Sanctions. libya360.wordpress.com Greg ShupakA mural in the holy city of Qom depicts Ayatollah Khomeini, leader of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, on the left and Ali Khamenei, the current Supreme Leader of Iran, on the right. Photo by David Stanley "We hear the pleas of the Iranian people and we commend them for their bravery and resilience," Minister… (2023-04-05). "Children & Armed Conflict: Ukrainian Crisis. Evacuating Children from Conflict Zone" libya360.wordpress.com UNSC Arria formula meeting on the topic "Children and armed conflict: Ukrainian crisis. Evacuating children from conflict zone" Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights M.Lvova-Belova to brief. 1/3 @UKUN_NewYork blocked UN webcast of our tomorrow's informal meeting of Security Council on "Children and armed conflict: Ukrainian crisis. Evacuating children from conflict zone". Western countries are clearly… (2023-04-05). Guangzhou 1927: The Paris Commune of the East. libya360.wordpress.com Friends of Socialist China The Paris Commune, which lasted from March 18-May 28 1871, is generally regarded as the first seizure of power by the proletariat, and formation of a workers' government, in history. As such, it has continued to inspire varied attempts to establish workers power and build socialism, whether in terms of inspiration… (2023-04-05). Hunger in Haiti: Made in USA. libya360.wordpress.com Greg Dunkel U.S. rice producers have destroyed the livelihoods of many Haitian rice farmers, like the one above, by dumping cheap U.S. rice in Haiti. The United States under enslaver president Thomas Jefferson imposed a blockade of Haiti in 1806, which lasted until 1862. This was the first of a multitude of sanctions the U.S…. (2023-04-05). The Nord Stream Ghost: The False Details in the CIA's Cover Story. libya360.wordpress.com Seymour HershGas emanating from the Nord Stream 2 pipeline in the Baltic Sea, September 28, 2022. / Swedish Coast Guard. America's Central Intelligence Agency is constantly running covert operations around the world, and all must have a cover story in case things go badly, as they often do. It is just as important to have… (2023-04-05). The Ukrainian Diaspora's Influence on Canadian Foreign Policy Decisions. libya360.wordpress.com Valeriy Krylko Chrystia Freeland posed with a banner emblazoned with the official battle flag of the fascist Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). She deleted the tweet after individuals noticed the flag. (Chrystia Freeland/Twitter) The first foreign servicemen to arrive in Ukraine during February 2022 were Canadians. The first foreign officer arrested by Russian troops during Russia's… (2023-04-05). War Mongering, CIA-Connected Think-Tank Calls for World War III. libya360.wordpress.com Valeriy Krylko [Source: atlanticcouncil.org] Fellows at the Atlantic Council advocate bombing and confronting Russia, while eschewing any opportunities for peace. The Atlantic Council is an American think tank, founded in 1961, which lies at the heart of what 27-year CIA veteran Ray McGovern and whistleblower termed the Military-Industrial-Congressional-Intelligence-Media-Academia-Think Tank Complex (MICIMATTC). Its close ties to the CIA were… (2023-04-05). New Day and Times for It's Going Down on Pacifica Radio! itsgoingdown.org Attention IGD listeners on Pacifica radio! It's Going Down is moving from Fridays at 12 NOON to Wednesdays at 11 AM — 12 PM NOON, right between Letters and Politics and Against the Grain. It's Going Down plays on Pacifica radio on 94.1 FM, KPFA across the San Francisco bay area, from Marin County in… (2023-04-05). One Person Killed and Two Members of Reno Food not Bombs Hospitalized After Vehicle Attack. itsgoingdown.org Two volunteers with the mutual aid group Reno Food Not Bombs are in "critical, but stable condition" and one unhoused person, Michelle "Mama Bear" Jardine, is dead after a 57 year old man, David Turner, reportedly "suddenly and inexplicably drove his car through the area where the women were standing" on Monday. All three were… (2023-04-05). CFMEU demands Labor scrap anti-union laws. greenleft.org.au Thousands of workers took to the streets in a national day of action to demand wage rises and protest anti-union laws, report Jacob Andrewartha, Sue Bolton, Alex Bainbridge and Jim McIlroy. (2023-04-05). 20 Years After Iraq: No Accountability and No Lessons Learned. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). 19 years after the coup d'état: Statement from Fanmi Lavalas Political Organization. iacenter.org March 24, 2023 This Feb. 28 statement from Fanmi Lavalas, a people's party of Haiti, commemorates the February 29, 2004, coup d'état that overthrew Haiti's first democratically elected president, Jean-Bertrand Aristide. Fanmi Lavalas honors those who fell during the coup and outlines its call for a Haitian solution to the crisis that has now engulfed the country. Unofficial translation by the Haiti Action Committee. San Francisco, July 28, 2021. Credit: Haiti Action Committee On the eve of the commemoration of the 19th anniversary of the bloody coup d'état of 2004, the harmful consequences of which we are living… (2023-04-05). As Zelensky speaks, vigil to demand Austria maintain neutrality. iacenter.org March 27, 2023 The International Action Center received this petition and call for a vigil from the Austrian group, the Social Alliance for Peace and Neutrality. Translation: John Catalinotto. Vienna protest of German decision to send tanks to Ukraine, Jan. 30, 2023. Credit: Social Alliance for Peace and Neutrality Vigil: Building peace without weapons Thursday, March 30, 2023, 8 a.m. at the Parliament building The Ukrainian war President [Volodymyr] Zelensky is scheduled to speak virtually to the deputies of the Parliament on March 30. What he will say is already clear. He wants more weapons, more sanctions, mor… (2023-04-05). Communiqué: The working class in France buries its gravediggers. iacenter.org April 3, 2023 Communiqué of the Coordination of Communist Nuclei (CNC) in the Spanish State (Spain) published March 28, 2023. Workers World publishes this communiqué because it could also apply as a message for the working class in the United States. Translation: John Catalinotto. Workers on France's high-speed TGV trains demonstrate near the Lyon Station in Paris. Allez vous-faire foutre! (Go to hell!) Esclaves du capital! (Slaves of capital!) Servants de l'OTAN (Servants of NATO!) The French working class gives us, once again, a great lesson of class struggle, and starting from the beginning, it showed us what… (2023-04-05). Denial of Mumia's appeal: An affront to basic justice and the law. iacenter.org By Betsey Piette April 3, 2023 Philadelphia Mumia Abu-Jamal, his family and his supporters around the world had every reason and right to hope that all their hard work would pay off in persuading Judge Lucretia Clemons from the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas to follow and apply the law, as has been done in other cases involving Brady and Batson violations. Since her Dec. 16, 2022, notice of intention to dismiss Abu-Jamal's current appeal, thousands of people have signed petitions, written letters and passed resolutions on Abu-Jamal's behalf directed to Clemons. Supporters include the 20-million-member… (2023-04-05). Despite government attacks: Workers, students in France stay strong. iacenter.org By G. Dunkel March 28, 2023 Since President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Élizabeth Borne rammed through the "reform" of France's pension system March 16 — an attack which will require workers to work longer to obtain a full pension — the class struggle has grown more intense. Women retirees on the front lines, March 2023. Millions of workers struck on March 23 to protest this new law, which extends their retirement age to 64 from 62. The law must still be reviewed by the Constitutional Council, which can reject or modify it. The new pension law provides fewer protections for workers who have ard… (2023-04-05). Germany: Warning strike turns up the steam. iacenter.org By Arnold Schà∂lzel March 30, 2023 The author is a former editor of the German newspaper junge Welt, where this article was published March 27. Translation: John Catalinotto Railroad and Transport Workers rally by the main train station in Bremen, Germany, March 25, 2023, for strike action. A foretaste of the depth of the strike waves in France or Britain occurred in Germany on March 27: For 24 hours, buses and trains remained largely in depots, airplanes on the ground. Some 335,000 workers responded to the joint call by the United Services Trade Union (Verdi) and the railway and transport union (EVG) for a… (2023-04-05). Trump's indictment: only a beginning. iacenter.org Former President Donald J. Trump was indicted by a Manhattan grand jury March 31. The unexpected news was celebrated by many oppressed people, class-conscious workers and many on the left. Trump's Supreme Court appointments reversed the legal right to abortion. In addition to being the 45th occupant of the White House, Trump is known for being a bigoted billionaire, who emboldened the violent far right over the last several years and led a vicious Islamophobic, racist, misogynist, anti-migrant and anti-worker presidential campaign and administration. Good people believe he deserves to be punished. Trump was indic… (2023-04-05). U.S. immigration policy causes migrant deaths. iacenter.org By Ted Kelly April 4, 2023 On March 30, Mexican police arrested three officials from the National Immigration Institute and two private security guards. The arrests occurred just days after a deadly blaze at a migrant detention facility in Ciudad Juárez. One of the incarcerated migrants, who has been accused of starting the fire, has also been arrested. (NPR, March 31) Mexico side of the U.S. border wall at Friendship Park in Las Playas de Tijuana, Baja California, December 2018. (Photo Credit: Ted Kelly) While an investigation into the fire, which killed 40 people, is underway, those really responsible are still… (2023-04-05). A Look Back at the American Experience in World War I Shows the Danger of Where We May Be Headed. covertactionmagazine.com So far the 2020s have been a very bad time for American democracy, with the January 6, 2021, riots, censorship on Twitter, Facebook and in the classrooms, rising anti-Russian fervor resulting from the conflict in Ukraine, COVID-19 lockdowns, declining newspapers and marginalization of anti-war voices. Still, as bleak as things are, they are not quite … (2023-04-05). ICC's Putin Arrest Warrant Based on State Dept-Funded Report That Debunked Itself. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-05). Protesters take aim at war industry, nuclear subs. greenleft.org.au About 100 people protested in North Wollongong against the federal government's plans for a nuclear submarine base in Port Kembla, NSW. Jim McIlroy reports. (2023-04-05). The Shift from Pink to Green in Latin America. fpif.org (2023-04-05). The Shift from Pink to Green in Latin America: Can the United States Become a Green Good Neighbor? juancole.com (2023-04-05). Los traidores de Assange: El servilismo del gobierno australiano hacia EE.UU. globalizacion.ca Conozco a Julian Assange desde que le entrevisté por primera vez en Londres en 2010. Inmediatamente me gustó su sentido del humor seco y oscuro, a menudo acompañado de una risita contagiosa. Es un outsider orgulloso: agudo y reflexivo. | Nos… (2023-04-05). Progressives win key race in Wisconsin State Supreme Court race. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-05). 5 Other Modern Presidents who Should have been Indicted for their Crimes. juancole.com (2023-04-05). El Salvador's state of exception turns one. therealnews.com (2023-04-05). Are Joe Biden and Global corporations Making America A Honduras? sonar21.com (2023-04-05). How The Global South Has Risen in The Face of US Sabotage with Ajamu Baraka. mintpressnews.com Ajamu Baraka joins Lee Camp to discuss how the media demonizes enemies of the US empire, the US military's global command structure, neocolonial behavior, and the white supremacy inherent to its hegemony. (2023-04-05). The "Psychological War" Behind Ukrainian Frontlines. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). La nueva integración sudamericana. cepr.net La Tercera Ver artículo en el sitio original Al asumir la Presidencia, Lula afirmó "nuestro protagonismo se materializará a través de la reanudación de la integración sudamericana". Por su parte, el Presidente Boric reafirmó en su primera reunión con Lula la importancia de la rearticulación de América del Sur. Hace pocos días, tanto Lula como … (2023-04-05). The Decline and Fall of Republican Afghanistan (Review). juancole.com (2023-04-05). øHasta qué punto es peligrosa la "amistad" entre Putin y Xi? globalizacion.ca (2023-04-05). As China Embraces Russia, the Western Narrative Needs a Rethink. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Trump indicted on 34 felonies linked to election interference. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-05). The Climate (CO2) Hoax and the Control Matrix. Mega-banks and Corporations. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Israel brutalizes worshippers at al-Aqsa for second night. electronicintifada.net Jewish extremists seeking provocative animal sacrifices arrested near holy site. (2023-04-05). 'You're going to see more books get banned': Teachers describe Florida's war on public schools. therealnews.com (2023-04-05). The tragic U.S. choice to prioritize war over peacemakingÔøºÔøº. nationofchange.org Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. – Matthew 5: 9… (2023-04-05). When GPT hallucinates: Doctors warn against using AI as it makes up information about cancer. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Halting AI: Musk and China share an ulterior motive in calling for pause on development of ChatGPT. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Cyberhops: Tesla launches GigaBier, its own beer at $30 a bottle to celebrate German Gigafactory. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Tuesday 4/25: 11th Annual Pan African Global Trade and Investment Conference – Media Event and Luncheon. indybay.org International Peace Rose Garden | California State Capitol… (2023-04-05). Wednesday 4/12: Impactful Relationship Building with Central California Indigenous Community Partners. indybay.org Virtual Event… (2023-04-05). The Next Big Threat: The Rise of the White Christian Nationalism in the United States. indybay.org (2023-04-05). Thursday 4/6: Debunking the Parents Bill of Rights Teach-in. indybay.org Online teach-in… (2023-04-05). Thursday 4/27: FAME Venue on Broadway Presents Paintings by Nancy Calef – A Kidquake Benefit. indybay.org FAME Venue | 443 Broadway | San Francisco, CA 94133… (2023-04-05). March for Queer and Trans Youth Autonomy San Francisco. indybay.org In San Francisco an estimated 700 people, mostly youth, marched on City Hall, where they listened to speakers including elected leader Honey Mahogany. (2023-04-05). California Department of Public Health's Criminal Negligence—April 2023. indybay.org California Department of Public Health deliberately sacrifices the lives of the elderly, sick, and disabled by removing all restrictions on the transmission of the Covid-19 virus in high risk locations. (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: What can you eat to avoid kidney stones? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is National Kidney Month, a time to raise awareness about your kidney health and generate support for those affected by conditions, including kidney stones, kidney infections and kidney disease. It's estimated that 1 in 10 people will get a kidney stone in his or her lifetime. Kidney stones are not only painful, but they can lead to serious complications that may require hospitalization and even surgery. The good news is kidney stones are preventable,… (2023-04-05). Know the signs of strep throat in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Image courtesy: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is monitoring an increase in invasive group A Streptococcus infections in children. "Group A streptococcal disease is a group of conditions caused by a bacteria called 'group A strep,'" says Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician with the Mayo Clinic Children's Center. "The one that people are probably most familiar with is strep throat. Strep throat is a relatively common infection,… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: Colorectal cancer — risk factors and prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the risk factors for colorectal cancer and what you can do to prevent it. Cancer in the colon and cancer in the rectum often are referred to together as colorectal cancer. Approximately 106,970 new cases of colon cancer and 46,050 new cases of rectal cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2023, according to the American Cancer Society. Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: Treating spinal stenosis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Spinal stenosis happens when the space inside the backbone is too small. This can put pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves that travel through the spine. Spinal stenosis occurs most often in the neck, called cervical spinal stenosis, and in the lower back, called lumbar spinal stenosis. The most common cause of spinal stenosis is wear-and-tear changes in the spine related to arthritis. Most people with spinal stenosis are over 50. Younger people… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: What do you know about cornea transplantation? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A cornea transplant, or keratoplasty, is an operation to replace part of the cornea with corneal tissue from a donor. The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped surface of the eye. Light enters the eye through the cornea. Nearly 80,000 corneal transplants were performed worldwide in 2021, according to the Eye Bank Association of America. More than 2 million people have recovered their sight through corneal transplants since 1961. Why it's done A cornea transplant most… (2023-04-05). Not all lumps are breast cancer: Benign breast disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Changes to your breast can cause a lot of worry. This is understandable. But not all breast changes are a result of breast cancer. Any breast symptoms, such as a breast lump, nipple discharge or breast pain, should be evaluated by a medical professional. If they are diagnosed as benign, it means they are not cancer. Noncancerous breast symptoms are known as benign breast disease. Some cases of benign breast disease are discovered during a… (2023-04-05). Colorectal cancer myths and facts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It can be easy to feel confused by screening recommendations for common types of cancer. Your health care team is a trusted resource for keeping you up to date on screenings, including screening for colorectal cancer. Test your knowledge of why, when and how you can be screened with these myths and facts: Colorectal cancer is rare. Myth. Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in men and women combined. Roughly 1 in 25 women will… (2023-04-05). Science Saturday: Understanding the speed of brain communication. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It often was thought that the speed of information transmitted among regions of the brain stabilized during early adolescence. A new study in Nature Neuroscience by Mayo Clinic researchers and colleagues from the Netherlands found transmission speeds continue to increase into early adulthood. Because problems such as anxiety, depression and bipolar disorders can emerge in late adolescence and early adulthood, a better understanding of brain development may help clinicians offer therapies to treat these disorders. "A fundamental understanding… (2023-04-05). Managing your health during Ramadan fasting. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Fasting during Ramadan involves abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset. Depending on geography and the time of year when Ramadan occurs, daily fasting can range from as little as 10 hours in the winter months to more than 17 hours during the summer. This daily fast should not have a negative effect on health for most individuals. However, even if you have a chronic condition, including coronary artery disease,… (2023-04-05). Science Saturday: Igniting the interest of young cancer researchers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 2022 SPARK scholars gather for a photo before the Mayo Clinic SPARK Mini Science Fair on Mayo Clinic's campus in Jacksonville, Florida. Back row: Sara Wasserman, Krish Relan, Nyla Searl, Manish Kota, William Li, Garrett Davidsen, Riya Kar, Ella McCarthy. Front row: Kristi Biswas, Ysabella Wijaya, Yangying Jiang, Katie Shapiro, Esinam Ekpeh, Nia Atcherson, Katherine Jones and Hazel Parent. Not pictured: Jessica Desgroseilliers. "My mother was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer when I… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Are colon and rectal cancers treated differently? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Eric Dozois and team during a surgical procedure Colorectal cancer is a term that combines both colon cancer and rectal cancers. The colon and rectum are two different parts of the lower digestive tract. These different cancers also mean different approaches to treatment that may involve the use of radiation and chemotherapy in addition to surgery. When it comes to treating cancer, experience matters, says Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon. And Mayo… (2023-04-05). Consumer Health: The truth about organ donation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org April is National Donate Life Month. This annual observation raises awareness about donation, encourages people to register as donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Over 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for an organ transplant. And it's estimated 20 patients die every day in the U.S. because of the lack of donor organs. Have you considered becoming a donor? If you've never considered organ donation or delayed becoming… (2023-04-05). $41 million federal grant to help Mayo Clinic, collaborators advance multiethnic Alzheimer's research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Alzheimer's disease affects people of all ethnic groups. Armed with $41 million in new federal funding, Mayo Clinic researchers and colleagues from 13 other institutions around the country are pursuing three multiethnic projects to identify targets for treatment. Alzheimer's disease robs victims of their memories and families of quality time with their loved ones. Deaths from Alzheimer's more than doubled from 2000 to 2019, and the number of people living with the… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Menstrual cycle changes in young women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My daughter is 19 and just finished her first year of college. It has been a stressful transition for her, but she has managed to stay quite active. She is a swimmer and runner, and she also plays volleyball. About eight months ago, she noticed her periods becoming irregular. Her family medicine physician said this sometimes happens in athletes, and we should not be overly concerned about it. Now, my daughter hasn't had… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating colon cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A family member recently was diagnosed with colon cancer. After researching potential treatment options, I came across intraoperative radiation therapy. What is the difference between this and normal radiation? Is radiation a standard treatment option, or are there other approaches? ANSWER: Colon cancer is one of the most common malignancies in the U.S., with more than 100,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Over a lifetime, it is estimated that 1 in 23 men and… (2023-04-05). Babesiosis and what you need to know about the 2023 tick season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An infected black-legged tick can transmit babesiosis and other infections Tick season is underway in much of the U.S. This season, another tick-borne disease is on the list of concerns. That's because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found a significant increase in reported cases of babesiosis(bah-beez-E-oh-sis) infection in eastern parts of the U.S. "Babesiosis is another tick-borne disease that we hear about, in addition to Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and others," says Dr. Bobbi… (2023-04-05). Innovative treatments for rectal cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic has been taking care of patients with rectal cancer for more than 100 years, dating back to the Mayo brothers. Even at that time, doctors were innovative with their approach to the care of patients with rectal cancer. That continues today as Mayo Clinic offers the latest in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Eric Dozois, a Mayo Clinic colon and rectal surgeon, explains some of the surgical treatment options being offered. Watch: Dr. Eric… (2023-04-05). Cancer-free and embracing new adventures thanks to Mayo's collaborative care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In January 2021, after being in remission from melanoma for almost a decade, Christina Armendariz began to feel unwell. The 42-year-old mother went to the emergency room at a hospital near her Orlando, Florida, home. After several imaging tests, Christina was told her cancer had returned. She had a mass under her arm and multiple soft tissue tumors throughout her body. Although she began treatment locally, Christina's condition worsened over time. She experienced significant cognitive… (2023-04-05). Women in science: Q&A with Martha Grogan, M.D. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Martha Grogan March is Women's History Month and an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women in science and research. Women make up just 33% of the world's researchers, according to the United Nations. That's changing according to Felicity Enders, Ph.D., director of the Office of Research Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. As is their role in the field. Today, there are "more women not only entering the field but also moving into leadership," she says. Among them… (2023-04-05). Ready to Run: Mayo Clinic Health System gives tips on choosing the right running shoes. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Congratulations on setting a goal to run a long-distance race. You've just joined a group of more than 60 million people in the U.S. who participate in organized runs and races. Running doesn't require much gear, but well-fitting, running-specific shoes are a must. "Someone training for a long-distance run such as a marathon can log 800 or more miles before a race," says Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M., a Mayo Clinic Health System podiatrist…. (2023-04-05). Patients with multiple tumors in one breast may not need mastectomy, research finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients who have multiple tumors in one breast may be able to avoid a mastectomy if the tumors can be removed while leaving enough breast tissue, according to research led by the Alliance in Clinical Trials in Oncology and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. Patients would receive breast-conserving therapy: a lumpectomy followed by whole-breast radiation therapy, rather than mastectomy. The study is published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Watch: Dr. Judy… (2023-04-05). Tips to remain healthy while fasting during Ramadan. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Muslims worldwide are observing Ramadan, the holiest month on the Islamic calendar. It's a time of spiritual reflection, increased devotion, charity work and fasting. Fasting during Ramadan is believed to be a way to purify the soul and develop self-discipline. Muslims abstain from all food or drink, including water and chewing gum, from dawn to sunset. Depending on your location, the fast lasts 12 to 18 hours. "In Minnesota, as we start Ramadan, that's going… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Is Himalayan sea salt a healthy alternative? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Consuming too much salt can lead to serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Many consumers are turning to Himalayan sea salt, which can now be found in almost any grocery store. Claims are Himalayan salt and other sea salts are a healthier alternative than regular table salt. Are the claims true? Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says, before you stock up on Himalayan sea salt, there are some… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to deal with 2023 spring pollen and allergies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you are one of the millions of people who suffer pollen and allergies, you don't need a calendar to tell you it's spring. Sometimes called hay fever, allergic rhinitis can sometimes be confused with a cold. So, what's happening and what can you do? While hay fever alone may not be life threatening, it can be uncomfortable, says Dr. Arveen Bhasin, a Mayo Clinic allergy and immunology expert. She offers these tips for relief from spring pollen and… (2023-04-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Three things to know when using Narcan during an opioid overdose… (2023-04-05). Athletic or personal trainer: What's the best fit for you? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You may have seen athletic trainers on the sidelines of team sports and personal trainers working one-on-one with people at the gym. If you're seeking personalized advice and support to help you refine or advance your physical activity, which type of trainer would be the best fit for you? Here are some tips to consider. What's the difference between an athletic and a personal trainer? While the two terms often are used interchangeably, these professionals… (2023-04-05). Ready to Run: Mayo Clinic Health System gives tips on self-care for plantar fasciitis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Most runners will run into a case of plantar fasciitis occasionally, and this heel pain can range from slightly uncomfortable to utterly debilitating. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue extending from the heel to the ball of the foot, and plantar fasciitis is caused by excessive stress, which brings on inflammation and, typically, heel pain. "Plantar fasciitis can affect anyone," says Stephanie Kvas, D.P.M., a Mayo Clinic Health System podiatrist…. (2023-04-05). Trans Day of Visibility Rally in San Jose. indybay.org March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility every year. This year the group "Queer Trans Youth Assemble" called for student walkouts and rallies nationwide. Dozens of locations across the US saw actions in solidarity. In San Jose, Silicon Valley Pride organized a rally with music, singalongs, speakers, and lots of youth power and creativity. (2023-04-05). Thursday 4/13: No Dumping Radioactive Water Into The Pacific No Restarting Nukes In Japan. indybay.org San Francisco Japanese Consulate | 275 Battery/California St. | San Franciscco… (2023-04-05). 47th Anniversary of Land Day: Palestinians Rally Against Israelis' Theft of Their Land. orinocotribune.com Palestinians have held rallies to commemorate the 47th anniversary of Land Day, in honor of the struggle against Israeli settler-apartheid oppression and the call for freedom, justice and equality. | People in the Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East al-Quds took to the streets on Thursday to mark the event that takes place on March 30 every year. | In the Gaza Strip, protesters gathered near the fence that separates the besieged enclave from the occupied territories as Israeli troops fired live bullets and tear gas canisters. According to local sources, five Palestinians were injured, three of them with live bullets,… (2023-04-05). Peru: How an Attempt To Censor a Report on Human Rights Violations Failed. orinocotribune.com By Carlos Noriega — Mar 30, 2023 | The right wing tried to prevent the presentation of Amnesty International's annual report. It did not succeed. The worldwide report, in the case of Peru, denounces serious human rights violations, including the death of demonstrators by gunshots of the security forces and arbitrary detentions in the repression of the social protests against the government of Dina Boluarte. | The municipality of the Lima district of Miraflores, administered by the ultra-right wing that governs with Boluarte, ordered the closure of the Place of Memory, Tolerance and Social Inclusion (LUM), a… (2023-04-05). UN and Orthodox Prelates Condemn Zelensky's Moves to Evict Monks, Seize Churches in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). The Capital of the Multipolar World: A Moscow Diary. orinocotribune.com By Pepe Escobar — Mar 30, 2023 | In Moscow you feel no crisis. No effects of sanctions. No unemployment. No homeless people in the streets. Minimal inflation. | How sharp was good ol' Lenin, prime modernist, when he mused, "there are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen". This global nomad now addressing you has enjoyed the privilege of spending four astonishing weeks in Moscow at the heart of an historical crossroads — culminating with the Putin-Xi geopolitical game-changing summit at the Kremlin. | To quote Xi, "changes that haven't been seen in 100 years" do have a… (2023-04-05). Corporations finance Myanmar coup regime's war on the people. greenleft.org.au Burmese/Myanma democracy activists are stepping up their campaign to pressure the United States to impose sanctions to stop North American oil and gas companies from financing the Myanmar military's war against the people, reports Peter Boyle. (2023-04-05). Video: Sydney construction workers march through city. greenleft.org.au Construction workers demanding protection from silicosis and calling on Labor governments to keep their promises to remove anti-union laws took to Sydney streets in their thousands. Peter Boyle reports. (2023-04-05). Enlaces de Red Latina sin fronteras 02.04.2023. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 02.04.2023 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación… (2023-04-05). No Invite For War Monger Nancy Peloso-Protest At CUNY In New York-War Mongers Out Of Cong. indybay.org (2023-04-05). Friday 4/7: Imperialist Proxy War over Ukraine and the Looming Danger of World War 3. indybay.org Revolution Books 2444 Durant Avenue Berkeley… (2023-04-05). Sunday 4/2: Nuclear-armed imperialists face off: Don't stand aside! Join with others protesting. indybay.org Powell and Market cable car turnaround… (2023-04-05). Vatican Renounces Euro-supremacist "Doctrine of Discovery" globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Azeri government press praises flying of Azerbaijani flag in Iran riots. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azeri Press AgencyApril 5, 2023 Azerbaijani flag raised in Iranian cities Protests continued in Western and Eastern Azerbaijan, including Tabriz, Ardabil, Kurdistan, Mazandaran, Khuzestan, and a number of provinces. Activists hung Azerbaijan's flag in various places in Iranian cities. Participants of protests chant slogans such as "Death to the dictator!", "Death to Khamenei!", "Death to … (2023-04-05). B61-12 nuclear sharing: Finnish flag raised at NATO Air Command HQ. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOAllied Air CommandApril 4, 2023 Finnish flag raised at NATO Air Command See: NATO's Nuclear Sharing Arrangements Headquarters Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) marked the accession of Finland to the Alliance as its 31st member in a flag-raising ceremony on 4 April, 2023. AIRCOM leadership and staff assembled at the Headquarters on Ramstein Air Base on … (2023-04-05). Biden rhapsodizes over NATO gaining new 1,300-kilometer border with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The White HouseApril 4, 2023 Statement from President Joe Biden Welcoming Finland to NATO Today, I am proud to welcome Finland as NATO's 31st Ally. In May 2022, Finland and Sweden applied for NATO membership….Less than a year later, we are welcoming Finland as a member — the fastest ratification process in NATO's modern history. … (2023-04-05). Incorporating non-Turkic Tajikistan: Karabakh war led to pan-Turkic stranglehold on East-West, Asia-Europe corridors. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com AzertagApril 5, 2023 Azerbaijan-Tajikistan relations occupy an important place in our country's relations with Central Asian states Azerbaijan's relations with the Central Asian countries, including the Turkic states, have seen a great revival for several years now….During the last 1-2 years, President Ilham Aliyev's consecutive visits to Central Asia, including the Turkic-speaking countries of the … (2023-04-05). NATO's Baltic adjuncts help shepherd Georgia into bloc. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Georgian Ministry of DefenseApril 4, 2023 Lela Chikovani met the ambassadors of the Baltic countries The First Deputy Minister of Defense hosted the Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republics of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia in Georgia. Lela Chikovani thanked Edith Medne, Andrew Kalindra and Riina Kaliurand for their long-term unwavering support of Georgia's Euro-Atlantic … (2023-04-05). NATO's biggest infrastructure investment in 30 years: U.S. Army expands base in Poland. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Polish RadioApril 5, 2023 US Army expands base in Poland's Powidz The Polish defence minister on Wednesday cut the ribbon on an expansion of the US Army base in Powidz, western Poland, and said that the military complex "will strengthen the security of Poland and the whole eastern flank of NATO." Mariusz B≈Çaszczak, who is … (2023-04-05). Newly enlarged NATO takes on Asia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Deutsche WelleApril 5, 2023 Newly enlarged NATO talks China and Ukraine NATO foreign ministers are meeting for a second day, with talks focusing on "China's growing alignment with Russia." Finland is represented as a member for the first time after joining the military alliance on Tuesday. NATO foreign ministers…will on Wednesday discuss China's seemingly ever-closer … (2023-04-05). Stoltenberg: Japan closest, most capable ally in NATO's expansion into Asia-Pacific. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Joint statement by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Yoshimasa Hayashi Minister Hayashi, Welcome to NATO Headquarters. It is great to see you again. We met not so many weeks ago in Tokyo, and it's a great pleasure and honour to welcome you here at … (2023-04-05). Turkish official: Turkey, Northern Cyprus, Azerbaijan are one nation, three states. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azeri Press AgencyApril 5, 2023 Serdar Aktunch: Türkiye, Northern Cyprus and Azerbaijan are 3 states and one nation "Türkiye, Northern Cyprus, and Azerbaijan are 3 states and one nation," said the head of the press service of Türkiye's Ministry of Tourism and Environment Serdar Aktunch…. He called Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Northern Cyprus "3 states and … (2023-04-05). Video: NATO headquarters hosts Asia-Pacific partners to "tackle global challenges" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 5, 2023 Secretary General welcomes Indo-Pacific partner countries to NATO HQ NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Yoshimasa Hayashi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand Nanaia Mahuta, Vice Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Do Hoon Lee, and Deputy Ambassador of Australia to NATO David Dutton … (2023-04-05). War in Ukraine: Georgian death toll climbs to 40. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rustavi 2April 5, 2023 Two more Georgian fighters die in Ukraine Two more Georgian fighters have been killed in Ukraine. Georgians fighting in Ukraine wrote on social networks. "We have lost 2 dearest patriots. Glory to the heroes!" writes Nadim Khmaladze. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has claimed the lives of 40 Georgians since February 24, … (2023-04-05). MAGA married to the mob-ster: no divorce ever. nationofchange.org In deadly lockstep is MAGA mated,/ To rise and fall as Trump is fated. (2023-04-05). Monday 5/1: San José May Day – International Workers' Day. indybay.org Roosevelt Park | 901 East Santa Clara Street | San José, CA 95116… (2023-04-05). The Heat: Trump Arrested in New York. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-05). Big Pharma Giant Reaches 'Landmark' Settlement With Women Who Got Cancer After Using J&J Powder. sputniknews.com The long-running legal drama that pitted cancer-stricken women against one of the world's most notorious Big Pharma multinationals appears likely to reach a conclusion — if the victims are amenable. (2023-04-05). China Launches Patrols Near Taiwan Ahead of Meeting Between McCarthy, Tsai. sputniknews.com BEIJING (Sputnik) – China has launched military patrols in two areas of the Taiwan Strait ahead of the meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Los Angeles during her transit trip to the United States, the Chinese Maritime Safety Administration in the province of Fujian said on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). China Urges WTO to Examine US-Led Restrictions on Chip Exports. sputniknews.com In late March, Japan decided to restrict exports of 23 types of semiconductor-manufacturing equipment. For exports to China and other countries not on the white list, the registration procedure will become more complicated, requiring the permission of the Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Ministry. (2023-04-05). 'Dangerous & Illegal Overreach': GOP, Allies Slam Trump's Criminal Indictment. sputniknews.com After Tuesday's arraignment of former President Donald Trump, who faces 34 felony charges of falsifying business records related to 2016 hush money payments that he denies, Republican lawmakers, political leaders and the public have been reacting to the historic indictment. (2023-04-05). Death Toll From Earthquakes in Türkiye Reaches 50,339: Interior Ministry. sputniknews.com ANKARA (Sputnik) – The number of people killed by the devastating February earthquakes in the southeast of Türkiye has reached 50,399, Turkish Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). Dozens of Palestinians Injured in Clashes With Israeli Forces at Al-Aqsa Mosque. sputniknews.com CAIRO/GAZA (Sputnik) – Dozens of Palestinians were injured during clashes with Israeli forces at Al-Aqsa Mosque in the city of Jerusalem, Palestinian news agency WAFA reported on Tuesday, citing sources. (2023-04-05). El Salvador President Says US Can't Use 'Democracy' as Foreign Policy After Trump Indicted. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The United States' ability to justify their foreign policy interventions as part of upholding "democracy" around the world is gone after former President Donald Trump, a Republican, is being prosecuted by a Democratic Manhattan district attorney, El Salvadorian President Nayib Bukele said in a statement. (2023-04-05). Highlights of Donald Trump's Historic Court Appearance. sputniknews.com Former US President Donald Trump has been charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree in connection with his alleged involvement in a $130,000 hush money payment, and subsequent cover-up involving a supposed affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels, among others. (2023-04-05). IAEA Director General to Visit Russia's Kaliningrad. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi will visit Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). Iraq's Embassy in Libya to Resume Operations After Nine Years. sputniknews.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – The Iraqi embassy in Libya will resume operations nine years after the mission was suspended, Iraqi Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Al-Sahhaf said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Israel Defense Forces Says Nine Rockets Fired at Israel From Gaza Strip, Four Intercepted. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday that a total of nine rockets were fired from the Gaza Strip at Israel overnight, four of the rockets were intercepted by air defense systems, and another four rockets landed in open areas. (2023-04-05). Israeli Police Arrest Over 350 People at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The Israeli police said on Wednesday they had arrested over 350 people, who had allegedly barricaded themselves inside the Al-Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. (2023-04-05). Israel's Military Aircraft Striking Targets in Gaza Strip. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik/Prime) – Israeli military aircraft are striking targets in the Gaza Strip after nine rockets had been fired at Israel from the region. (2023-04-05). Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Panama. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Panama, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Make America Greene Again. sputniknews.com Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor-Greene was shouted down by furious Democratic activists while speaking out against the indictment of former President Donald Trump in Manhattan on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Pentagon Chief Says Will Travel To Sweden Later This Month for NATO Accession Talks. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said he will visit Sweden this month for talks on the country's NATO accession plans. (2023-04-05). Peru's Congress Votes Against Motion to Impeach President Boluarte. sputniknews.com BUENOS AIRES (Sputnik) – The Peruvian Congress on Tuesday voted against the motion to impeach incumbent President Dina Boluarte. (2023-04-05). Russia, Sierra Leone Agree to Boost Bilateral Ties, Moscow Says. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) — Russian top diplomat Sergey Lavrov has discussed boosting cooperation in various spheres with his Sierra Leonean counterpart, David Francis, during a phone call, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Sweden Arrests Five With Daesh Links for Terror Plotting Tied to Quran-Burning. sputniknews.com The very same day the high-profile arrests were made, a Swedish court ruled that the Quran-burning protests are protected by the country's constitution and that the security concerns, with which the police justified its subsequent ban, were not enough to limit the right to demonstrate. (2023-04-05). Three People Killed, at Least One Injured in Shootout in Ecuador's Prison. sputniknews.com MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) – Three people have been killed, and at least one sustained injuries in a shootout between inmates in a men's prison in the Ecuadorian province of Guayas, the Ecuadorian National Service of Integral Attention to Adults Deprived of Liberty and Adolescent Offenders (SNAI), said on Tuesday. (2023-04-05). Ukraine Completes Preparation for Counteroffensive in Zaporozhye Region, Official Says. sputniknews.com SIMFEROPOL (Sputnik) – Ukrainian troops have completed preparation for a counteroffensive in the Zaporozhye Region, having accumulated military personnel, armored vehicles and ammunition in this direction, Vladimir Rogov, a senior official of the Zaporozhye regional administration, told Sputnik on Wednesday. (2023-04-05). Ukraine's Strike Drone Falls From Skies Near Zaporozhye NPP. sputniknews.com ENERGODAR (Sputnik) – An Ukrainian unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UAV), which was manufactured in Poland, has fallen in the vicinity of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), a commander of the Russian unit ensuring the safety of the plant has told Sputnik. (2023-04-05). US Pulls Philippines Into NATO's Geopolitical Confrontation Versus China. sputniknews.com In April, US military units could be deployed to new Philippine-owned bases. An expanded US military presence in the Philippines would allow the US to respond to the situation around Taiwan from the south. The US threatens peace and stability in the South China Sea, which China finds unacceptable. (2023-04-05). Trump's First Day in Court as Criminal Defendant: Here's the Lowdown. sputniknews.com On April 4, Trump was arraigned in court after a Manhattan grand jury indicted him on 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree in connection to his alleged involvement in a hush money payment and subsequent cover-up linked to a purported affair with adult film actress Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential elections. (2023-04-05). Zelensky Reportedly Arrives in Poland. sputniknews.com WARSAW (Sputnik) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Poland to meet with the country's leadership, Polish broadcaster reported on Wednesday, citing sources. (2023-04-05). Juan Manuel Muñoa: "La cámara me llena de vida y me da fuerzas" (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Una cosa es el tiempo y otra es la vida. Cuando un hombre entregado a su oficio, sirve, lucha y persevera, su espíritu no envejece y el cuerpo -cargado de años- se muestra enhiesto y firme. Eso le pasa a Juan Manuel Muñoa, quien con 88 años sigue en pie, dibujando el tiempo con su mirada y su latir. "La cámara me llena de vida y me da fuerzas". (2023-04-05). Chapeando: Trump o la lucha (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Cuando se revelan las declaraciones de ingresos salta a la vista que están viviendo de esta guerra contra su país sin arriesgar más que su propia imagen, aunque no parece importarles demasiado. Trump y sus seguidores se merecen mutuamente. Y ambas partes merecen cárcel, aunque aún ahora, en el contexto del posible juicio, es dudoso que les toque allí. (2023-04-05). De Irak a Cuba: De la propaganda de guerra al periodismo subvencionado (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El pasado febrero, un periodista de News Nation era arrestado, cuando cubría la rueda de prensa del gobernador de Ohio, sobre el incendio de un tren con químicos peligrosos. Imaginen los titulares si el incendio ocurrido en la base petrolífera de Matanzas se hubiera tapado durante varios días. De esa manipulación mediática a conveniencia se trata este material. (2023-04-05). øQué ha pasado con la sal en Cuba? Almacenes llenos, pero… cubadebate.cu Adiss no tuvo otra alternativa que comprar el paquete a 150 pesos. "Sí, sellado, de los que tiene el cartelito", dice enfáticamente y agrega que hace varios meses hay atrasos en su bodega para adquirir el producto. (2023-04-05). Conozca el equipo cubano de béisbol a los V Juegos del Alba. cubadebate.cu Dos receptores, cinco jugadores de cuadro, igual cifra de jardineros y ocho lanzadores componen el equipo cubano sub-23 años convocado a los V Juegos del Alba de Venezuela 2023, previstos del 21 al 29 de abril en los estados de Caracas, Miranda y La Guaira. El elenco se entrena por estos días en Morón, bajo la dirección del villaclareño Julio César àÅlvarez. (2023-04-05). Javier Mirabal encauza lechada para Villa Clara en béisbol cubano. cubadebate.cu "El 20 de abril me incorporaré al conjunto Olmecas de Tabasco, con sede en Villahermosa, Tabasco, México, pero aproveché para aportar a mi equipo Azucareros, mientras llega el visado", dijo el espigado lanzador. Al diestro, oriundo del municipio Placetas, le marcaron hoy lanzamientos de 95 millas por hora y anduvo en todo el trayecto rondando las 90. (2023-04-05). Las 3 del día: La República de Cuba ganó el pleito en Londres y las noticias del 4 de abril (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Bienvenidos a Las 3 del Día, el podcast de Cubadebate que te trae las noticias más importantes de este cuatro de abril. Sobre las actividades realizadas en conmemoración al 4 de abril, la victoria de la República de Cuba en el pleito de Londres, así como otras noticias del día hablamos aquí en nuestro podcast. Ponte los audífonos que ya comenzamos. (2023-04-05). Participará Díaz-Canel en Cumbre de Presidentes de América Latina y el Caribe convocada por México. cubadebate.cu Según la Presidencia, durante el evento se acordarán acciones para encontrar soluciones conjuntas y enfrentar con urgencia los altos precios de los alimentos y las presiones inflacionarias sobre la canasta básica, bienes intermedios y servicios en la región. Los participantes avanzarán en la definición de facilidades comerciales, medidas logísticas y financieras. (2023-04-05). Policía israelí ataca a palestinos en la Mezquita de Al_Aqsa. cubadebate.cu La policía israelí llevó a cabo una redada en la mezquita de Al-Aqsa en la Ciudad Vieja de Jerusalén el miércoles temprano (hora local) y atacó a feligreses palestinos, de acuerdo con reportes de medios de comunicación palestinos, aumentando los temores de que se intensifiquen las tensiones mientras coinciden las festividades islámica y judía. (2023-04-05). From Teacher & Union Organizer to Mayor: Brandon Johnson Wins Chicago Race in Upset Victory. democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Donald Trump Charged with 34 Felonies; He Intensifies Attacks on Judge, DA & Their Families. democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Headlines for April 5, 2023. democracynow.org Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Counts Before Lashing Out at DA Bragg, Judge on His Case, Teachers' Union Leader Brandon Johnson Defeats Corporate Candidate to Become Next Mayor of Chicago, Liberal Judge Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Race in Major Victory for Voting and Abortion Rights, Israeli Forces Violently Attack Al-Aqsa Worshipers, Arrest Hundreds During Ramadan Prayers, Colombia Tops List of Deadliest Country for Human Rights Activists, Massive Blaze at Bangladesh Clothing Market Burns Down 3,000 Shops, Anger and Mourning After 13 Women and Children Killed in Pakistan Food Distribution Stampede,… (2023-04-05). Progressive Judge Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Seat "In the Most Important Election of 2023" democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Ralph Nader: Trump Arrest Was "Massively Overdue" After Turning White House into a "Daily Crime Scene" democracynow.org (2023-04-05). Tennessee Republicans Move to Expel 3 Democratic Lawmakers for Supporting Student-Led Gun Protests. democracynow.org (2023-04-05). The Collapse of the War System Is Not Outpacing the Collapse of the Earth's Climate and Ecosystems. davidswanson.org (2023-04-05). Cuba Wins Lawsuit Against Vulture Fund in London Court. orinocotribune.com In a hearing held on Tuesday at the High Court of England and Wales, Judge Sara Cockerill notified the lawyers for the parties of the judgment corresponding to the lawsuit filed by the vulture fund CRF 1 Limited against the Republic of Cuba and the Banco Nacional de Cuba (BNC). | The ruling accepted the standpoint sustained by the Cuban side during the process and dismissed CRF's claim against the Cuban state. | According to the court ruling, the wrongdoings by BNC officials, subject first to a criminal investigation and then a court ruling, were reasonable grounds for the Cuban government to deny its consent to… (2023-04-05). Venezuela & Guinea-Bissau Celebrate 17 Years of Diplomacy, Launch Bilateral Commission. orinocotribune.com Given the turmoil of the current global geopolitical landscape, the Global South must demonstrate that "it can build a more egalitarian world under cooperation, solidarity and complementarity," said the foreign minister of Venezuela, Yván Gil, during the Venezuela—Guinea-Bissau Joint Commission this Tuesday. | The launching ceremony of the joint commission between the two countries took place in the Casa Amarilla, headquarters of the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Venezuela, with the presence of Guinea Bissau's vice prime minister of interior and public order, Soares Sambú, and the Venezuelan Foreign M… (2023-04-05). Venezuela's Army Seizes Armed Narco Vehicle in Zulia State. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-05). Bridge of Peace and Prosperity Proposed From the Arab World to Syria. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-05). Israel's new far-right government: Analysis. bdsmovement.net (2023-04-05). Israel imprisons over 1,000 Palestinians without charge or trial. electronicintifada.net Veteran hunger striker has refused food for 60 days. (2023-04-05). Extra anti-sabotage measures to be taken in Russia's new regions. tass.com "Any attempt to destabilize the socio-political situation and undermine the constitutional order will be severely intercepted in accordance with Russian legislation," Nikolay Patrushev said… (2023-04-05). Wheat prices in Russia fall to 2019 level — experts. tass.com According to experts, prices fell due to an excess of wheat and lack of demand from exporters… (2023-04-05). FESCO notes cargo shipping growth between Vietnam, Russia. tass.com It is reported that the number of cargo shipments to Russia from Vietnam is steadily growing… (2023-04-05). Putin notes results of joint work of Russia, Belarus in economic area. tass.com It is noted that Russian-Belarusian trade increased by 12% over the past year and it's "impressive" in absolute terms… (2023-04-05). Putin, Lukashenko note positive aspects of sanctions. tass.com "Prices are going down," the Russian leader said… (2023-04-05). Bulgaria bans access for ships certified by Russian register. tass.com It is highlighted that the prohibition of access is introduced on the basis of EU regulations… (2023-04-05). Forbes adds six Russians to its list of billionaires. tass.com Among them is Andrey Krivenko, the founder of the Vkusvill retail chain, with a fortune of $2.1 billion… (2023-04-05). Two Sverdlovsk Region residents nabbed for spying for Ukraine — FSB. tass.com The couple was paid by Ukrainian intelligence services in exchange for military-technical data that could be used against Russian forces during a special operation, the FSB reports… (2023-04-05). Sverdlovsk Region residents detained for spying confess to sharing blueprints. tass.com The reward from the Ukrainian special services amounted to about 100 thousand rubles… (2023-04-05). US journalist jailed by Russia in good health, meets his lawyers. tass.com Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested in Russia, has no health problems, said Emma Tucker, editor-in-chief of the publication… (2023-04-05). Assault rifle, bulletproof vest found on Ukrainian pilot crashed in Bryansk Region. tass.com The crash caused no injuries or damage on the ground… (2023-04-05). Ukrainian pilot detained in Bryansk Region was guided via communication devices. tass.com The pilot, who landed near the settlement of Butovsk, was spotted by local residents, who contacted security agencies… (2023-04-05). French charge d'affaires summoned to Russian foreign ministry. tass.com Jay Darmadikari was protested because of the publication about the actions of the Russian military in Bucha… (2023-04-05). Russia, Belarus will endure Western pressure, won't collapse — Lukashenko. tass.com "And those who hope, or proposed to us, or forecast that we would collapse – we haven't collapsed at all," the Belarusian leader said… (2023-04-05). Russia, US are in hot phase of war — Lavrov. tass.com The top diplomat stressed that Ukrainian Nazis are fighting mostly with US weapons… (2023-04-05). Ukrainian families being torn apart in Europe, mothers turn to Russia for help — envoy. tass.com "The problem has reached such proportions that Ukrainian mothers, who have lost all hope of getting justice, flood social networks with messages and ask us for help," Nebenzya said… (2023-04-05). Kiev's arms suppliers blame Russia for situation with children in Ukraine — UN envoy. tass.com Vasily Nebenzya said that Western countries are trying to accuse Moscow of "abducting" minors from Ukraine… (2023-04-05). Russian defenses deeply layered across entire frontline — DPR Head Advisor. tass.com Gagin specified that up to four lines of defense have been constructed on some directions… (2023-04-05). Trump charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records — indictment. tass.com It was stated that during his presidential campaign, the ex US president "made and caused a false entry in the business records of an enterprise" (2023-04-05). Trump slams charges against him as election meddling. tass.com Earlier, the former US president was charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records of his company, the Trump Organization… (2023-04-05). Russian mission to broadcast informal UN Security Council meeting on Telegram. tass.com On Tuesday, the broadcasting of the Russia-initiated informal meeting was blocked… (2023-04-05). Nicaragua condemns war blogger Tatarsky's murder in St. Petersburg terror attack. tass.com On April 2, Maxim Fomin, better known as Vladlen Tatarsky, was killed in a blast that rocked a cafe in downtown St. Petersburg… (2023-04-05). ICC statements about forced evacuations of children from Donbass are wrong — DPR official. tass.com DPR Commissioner Darya Morozova said that "the ICC has discredited its professional competence and fully exposed its bias" (2023-04-05). Russian authorities took exhaustive measures to ensure security of children — ombudsman. tass.com Morozova underscored that the decision on evacuation, made by DPR authorities on February 18, 2022, was the only possible amid the escalation… (2023-04-05). Putin signs decree on holding World Youth Festival in 2024. tass.com The President approved the composition of the organizing committee for the preparation of the event… (2023-04-05). Russian human rights commissioner urged to help exchange two priests jailed in Ukraine. tass.com The document states that the clergymen have suffered torture and that their lives and health are in danger… (2023-04-05). No formal requests for return of children received from Ukraine — Russian commissioner. tass.com Lvova-Belova pointed out that to date, 16 Ukrainian children are staying in children's health camps in Crimea and the Krasnodar Region… (2023-04-05). Trump says he did nothing illegal. tass.com The hearing was shocking to many in that they had no "surprises," said the former US president… (2023-04-05). Former US President Trump's trial expected to begin in January 2024 — AFP. tass.com CNN reported that the next face-to-face meeting that Trump is to attend is scheduled to take place on December 4, 2023… (2023-04-05). India to conduct first firing of S-400 air defense system soon — TV. tass.com In 2015, India expressed its intention to purchase Russian-made S-400 air defense systems… (2023-04-05). EU to discuss 11th sanctions package against Russia after Easter holiday — Politico. tass.com Earlier, it was noted that the 11th package would be aimed at countering loopholes and any circumvention… (2023-04-05). Frequent meetings with Putin necessary due to 28 union programs, Lukashenko says. tass.com According to the President of Belarus, much remains to be done within the framework of the Union State… (2023-04-05). Accidente de tren deja un muerto en Países Bajos. telesurtv.net El accidente ocurrió debido a una colisión entre un tren de pasajeros y otro de mercancías. (2023-04-05). Rescatados 440 migrantes de barca en riesgo en el Mediterráneo. telesurtv.net El barco humanitario de la ONG Médicos sin Fronteras (MSF) recibió una alerta de Alarm Phone y cambió de rumbo para prestar ayudar. (2023-04-05). Al menos 23 muertos por inundaciones en Somalia. telesurtv.net Según, La Oficina de las Naciones Unidas para la Coordinación de Asuntos Humanitarios (OCHA) cerca de 100.000 personas se han visto afectadas. (2023-04-05). Israel bombardea posiciones estratégicas en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El bombardeo israelí se produjo cuando el la mezquita de Al Aqsa, el ejército judío… (2023-04-05). Rusia afirma tomar medidas ante expansión de la OTAN. telesurtv.net Moscú considera la incorporación de Finlandia a la OTAN como "un atentado contra los intereses nacionales y la seguridad de Rusia". (2023-04-05). Rusia insta a flexibilizar relaciones entre Siria y Türkiye. telesurtv.net Lavrov señaló que las conversaciones entre Ankara y Damasco deben orientarse en la aspiración de "superar lo antes posible los problemas acumulados". (2023-04-05). Presentan a Albarino como mascota para V Juegos Deportivos del ALBA. telesurtv.net Esta edición de los Juegos del ALBA se llevará a cabo del 21 al 29 de abril en Miranda, La Guaira y el distrito capitalino (Caracas, Venezuela). (2023-04-05). Asesinan a otro líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz detalló que un grupo de hombres armados llegaron hasta un establecimiento público donde se encontraba la víctima y lo asesinaron. (2023-04-05). Reportan siete muertos tras avalancha de nieve en India. telesurtv.net Las autoridades estiman que al menos cinco o seis automóviles, con entre 20 y 30 turistas, quedaron atrapados bajo la nieve. (2023-04-05). México pide apoyo a China para controlar tráfico de fentanilo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado explicó que un apoyo inestimable sería compartir información sobre el tema. (2023-04-05). Donald Trump comparece ante Corte en Nueva York, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Antes de que se efectuara la lectura de cargos, Trump había sido puesto bajo arresto y en custodia policial. (2023-04-05). Incendio masivo destruye uno de los mayores mercados en Bangladés. telesurtv.net El incendio fue controlado a las 12H45 hora local (06H45 GMT) más de seis horas después de que comenzara en el mercado de Bangabazar la madrugada del martes. (2023-04-05). China se opone a escala de la presidenta de Taiwán en EE.UU. telesurtv.net La portavoz del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores Mao Ning indicó que dichos arreglos contravienen gravemente el principio de una sola China, que es acatado por EE.UU. (2023-04-05). Presidente Díaz-Canel expresa beneplácito a sentencia favorable a Cuba. telesurtv.net La sentencia acoge el planteamiento sostenido por la parte cubana durante el proceso y desestima la reclamación de CRF contra el Estado cubano. (2023-04-05). Negociaciones entre sindicatos y Gobierno fracasan en Francia. telesurtv.net El diálogo se realizó cuando los centrales obreras convocaron a una movilización para este jueves contra la reforma del sistema de pensiones. (2023-04-05). Irán celebra funeral de dos asesores militares asesinados por Israel. telesurtv.net Ambos asesores perdieron la vida en un ataque israelí lanzado el pasado viernes contra zonas aledañas de Damasco (capital siria). (2023-04-05). OMS alerta sobre creciente problema de la infertilidad. telesurtv.net A pesar de la magnitud del problema, las soluciones para la prevención, el diagnóstico y el tratamiento de la infertilidad siguen estando insuficientemente financiadas y son inaccesibles para muchos. (2023-04-05). Congreso rechaza debatir vacancia contra presidenta de Perú. telesurtv.net La iniciativa fue presentada por bancadas de izquierda y acusan a la mandataria Dina Boluarte por permanente incapacidad moral. (2023-04-05). Acusada del atentado en San Petersburgo recibe sentencia. telesurtv.net Ante un tribunal de Moscú, Vladlén Tatarsk, presunta autora del crimen escuchó la sentencia en su contra: dos meses de prisión preventiva. (2023-04-05). Condenan ataque israelí a mezquita Al Aqsa, en Jerusalén. telesurtv.net Medios palestinos reportaron que la redada y golpiza perpetrada por policías israelíes contra los fieles musulmanes dejó entre 400 y 500 detenidos, así como 350 heridos. (2023-04-05). Fallecidos a causa de terremotos en Türkiye ascienden a 50.399. twitter.com Prosigue el proceso de identificación de quienes perdieron la vida, por lo que esa cifra continuará actualizándose. (2023-04-05). Guerra del Pacífico, una disputa territorial que se mantiene. telesurtv.net Desde 1879 hasta la fecha, el pueblo de Bolivia no renuncia a su derecho a tener una salida al mar. (2023-04-05). Aumenta a 30 cifra de muertos por deslizamiento de tierra en Alausí, Ecuador. telesurtv.net El desastre dejó además al menos 61 personas desaparecidas, mientras 32 fueron rescatadas, de acuerdo con cifras oficiales. (2023-04-05). México anuncia nueva nacionalización de la industria eléctrica. telesurtv.net López Obrador indicó que con esta adquisición la Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) generará 55.5 por ciento de la energía de todo el país. (2023-04-05). Cinco obras imperdibles de Rómulo Gallegos. telesurtv.net Rómulo Gallegos es reconocido y recordado por su amplio legado literario inmortal. (2023-04-05). China patrulla Taiwán ante nueva provocación de EE.UU. telesurtv.net La víspera la portavoz de la Cancillería china, Mao Ning, denunció que la reunión viola el principio de una sola China. (2023-04-05). Denuncian intención de destruir iglesia ortodoxa en Ucrania. telesurtv.net Templos regidos por la Iglesia Ortodoxa Ucraniana viven escenas de tensión por la operación militar especial de Rusia. (2023-04-05). Presidente Macron y lideresa de la UE inician visita a China. telesurtv.net El presidente francés y 50 directivos de empresas que le acompañan concretarán ventajosos contratos comerciales. (2023-04-05). Senado de Chile votará polémica "ley del gatillo fácil" telesurtv.net La ley es apoyada por la derecha y rechazada por otros sectores; así como por organizaciones defensoras de los DD.HH.. (2023-04-05). Sismo de magnitud 6,6 sacude la costa este de Filipinas. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de Filipinas no han informado de posibles víctimas o daños materiales; pero se emitió alerta de tsunami. (2023-04-05). Ataque israelí a mezquita de Al-Aqsa deja al menos 300 heridos. telesurtv.net Este mes los musulmanes celebran el Ramadán y se encontraban rezando en la mezquita que estaba llena de mujeres, niños y personas mayores… (2023-04-05). Bolsonaro declara por caso de joyas sauditas. telesurtv.net Otras nueve personas, a la par de Bolsonaro, testificarán de forma simultánea y presencial en la sede de la PF en Brasilia. (2023-04-05). Enfrentamiento en cárcel de Ecuador deja tres fallecidos. telesurtv.net La penitenciaría La Roca, ubicada en el puerto de Guayaquil, tiene capacidad para unos 150 reclusos y albergaba a 23 reclusos. (2023-04-05). Argentina y Bolivia se asocian para explorar pozo de gas boliviano. telesurtv.net El ejecutivo de YPFB indicó que es crucial seguir trabajando en el upstream, que es la exploración y producción de gas y líquidos. (2023-04-05). Continúa alerta naranja por volcán Nevado del Ruiz en Colombia. telesurtv.net El director de Geoamenazas del SGC, John Makario Londoño, refirió que el volcán continúa con una inestabilidad importante en la actividad sísmica. (2023-04-05). Cuba envía condolencias a Somalia tras afectaciones por lluvias. telesurtv.net Más de 20 muertos han sido registrados como consecuencia de las fuertes lluvias e inundaciones. (2023-04-05). Registran sismo de magnitud 6,7 en Panamá. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico ocurrió a las 17H18 (hora local) a unos 10 kilómetros (km) de profundidad. (2023-04-05). Instalan I Reunión de Comisión Mixta Venezuela – Guinea Bissau. telesurtv.net El diplomático venezolano recordó que el próximo 6 de abril se cumplirán 17 años del establecimiento de las relaciones diplomáticas. (2023-04-05). Beneath the Trump Circus, American Democracy faces up to a vital Challenge. juancole.com (2023-04-05). Vaccine Shedding & Graphene Oxide: Secret Pfizer Documents & Studies prove Graphene is in the COVID Vaccines & Shedding is sadly occurring with Deadly Consequences. expose-news.com For over two years, concerned citizens around the world have been voicing their concerns about the safety of the novel Covid-19 mRNA vaccines. Yet, time and time again, they have been dismissed … (2023-04-05). Day after India's strong reaction, China says Arunachal Pradesh part of 'our territory'. firstpost.com (2023-04-05). Marvin Haynes' Family and Supporters Demand His Release from Prison. unicornriot.ninja (2023-04-05). China's Historical Destiny is to Stand With the Third World. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-05). àöltima hora: "Segunda ofensiva de Rusia": Vladimir afila la cuchilla; Volodymyr engorda el ternero. globalizacion.ca (2023-04-05). Chicago State University faculty and staff strike against low pay and high workloads. wsws.org More than 160 faculty and staff at Chicago State University (CSU) went on strike Monday against low pay and high workloads, as administrators remained firm in their resolve to make workers pay for decades of budget cuts at public universities throughout the state. (2023-04-05). Australian parliamentary report urges boost to war powers. wsws.org This report is another warning that the Labor government is preparing to join an aggressive US-led war against China, and regardless of even pretences of adhering to international law. (2023-04-05). Former German foreign minister Joschka Fischer declares Ukraine War is "Global power struggle for future world order" wsws.org In a recent article, Fischer, a leading member of Germany's Greens, says what the Ukraine war is really about: the imperialist domination of the United States and the major European powers over Russia, China and the "global South." (2023-04-05). Australian Labor government's claim it cannot free Assange is a lie. wsws.org Australian governments, including the current Labor administration, have repeatedly exercised their legal and diplomatic powers to secure the release of citizens facing persecution abroad. (2023-04-05). The mass protests in Israel and the "left-anti-Semitism" witch-hunt. wsws.org The political lie of the unchallenged universal legitimacy of the state of Israel has suffered a devastating exposure with the mass protest movement of Jewish Israelis against the far-right government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (2023-04-05). UK Royal Mail postal workers speak on their forming a rank-and-file committee. wsws.org "It was good to learn about the struggles of workers in France and of postal workers in Germany and Australia. Workers are faced with the same problems and are in the same fight." (2023-04-05). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 2. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe. (2023-04-05). University of Michigan graduate student strike continues after judge denies injunction. wsws.org This denial of a preliminary injunction is by no means a victory for the striking graduate students, who should place no faith in the bourgeois legal system. (2023-04-05). What the merger of CP Rail and Kansas City Southern means for North American rail workers. wsws.org CPKC will operate nearly 33,000 kilometres of rail and employ approximately 20,000 people across one of the world's largest free-trade zones under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement. (2023-04-05). Trump arraignment: A degraded political spectacle that covers up his real crimes. wsws.org The Democrats have engineered the indictment of Trump on a sex scandal while downplaying his real crimes against democratic rights and democracy itself. (2023-04-05). Michigan's school buildings: Neglected and unfunded. wsws.org With time running out to spend the federal funds provided under the pandemic CARES Act, Michigan schools require billions more. (2023-04-05). The pathetic farce of Mélenchon's aborted "march on the Elysée Palace" wsws.org The pseudo-left's latest phony act of "opposition" to Macron ended in a few Stalinist legislators hand-delivering a letter to Macron begging him to withdraw his attack on pensions. (2023-04-05). Teamsters bureaucracy offers hot air to UPS workers at contract rallies. wsws.org There is serious concern by the union bureaucracy, which has spent decades giving up one concession after another, that it could lose control of a restive and angry rank and file. (2023-04-05). French rail workers denounce Macron and his fraudulent "mediation" with the unions. wsws.org Amid growing anger with Macron's dictatorial imposition of pension cuts, WSWS journalists interviewed railworkers in Paris about the call to bring down Macron via a general strike. (2023-04-05). Pro-war Social Democrat-led government paves way for right-wing victory in Finnish elections. wsws.org Two days after the victory of the conservative National Coalition Party in Sunday's election set the stage for a sharp shift to the right in domestic politics, Finland formally joined NATO Tuesday in a vast escalation of the US-NATO war on Russia. (2023-04-05). Jacobin, DSA promote fraud of "reformed" UAW administration after bargaining convention. wsws.org The DSA is working to provide a counterfeit "left" cover for the nationalist, pro-capitalist perspective which the UAW bureaucracy bases itself on. (2023-04-05). LO tacitly backs French unions' call for "mediation" to strangle fight against Macron. wsws.org As the conflict between workers and the French capitalist state mounts, Lutte ouvrière is backing the union bureaucracies' moves to block a struggle to bring down Macron. (2023-04-05). Sarah Polley's Women Talking: What made the appalling sexual abuse possible? wsws.org In 2011, seven men were convicted of drugging and raping more than 130 women and children between 2005 and 2009. An eighth man was later convicted of supplying the drugs. (2023-04-05). Leon Trotsky and the Struggle for Socialism in the Twenty-first Century. wsws.org Leon Trotsky was the most significant figure in the history of socialism during the first four decades of the twentieth century, and his legacy remains the critical and indispensable theoretical and political foundation of the ongoing contemporary struggle for the victory of world socialism. (2023-04-05). Friday 3/31: Practical Anarchy and Gardens of the Mind. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave | Berkeley CA… (2023-04-04). Rights groups express concern over proposed anti-terrorism bill in Sri Lanka. peoplesdispatch.org Sri Lanka's latest anti-terror legislation gives greater powers to law enforcement agencies, which human rights groups fear will be used to suppress the democratic rights of citizens… (2023-04-04). Reporters Without Borders barred from visiting Julian Assange. peoplesdispatch.org Two leaders from NGO Reporters Without Borders (RSF) were barred from visiting imprisoned journalist Julian Assange on April 4 in Belmarsh Prison. RSF Secretary-General Christophe Deloire and Director of Operations Rebecca Vincent were not able to carry out their visit with Assange, a visit which had taken months to secure. Belmarsh Prison Governor Jenny Louis denied their visit at the last minute because she had "received intelligence" that the two were journalists. | "We followed all of the prison's procedures and rules. We arrived early with all documents. But we were told at reception that we would not be all… (2023-04-04). Massive rallies across Portugal demand affordable and dignified housing. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-04). Israeli Supreme Court rules against eviction of Palestinian family in East Jerusalem. peoplesdispatch.org Jewish settler groups have been trying to expel the Palestinian Sumarin family from their home in the town of Silwan in occupied East Jerusalem for over 30 years… (2023-04-04). Fourth Israeli airstrike inside Syria in less than a week kills two civilians. peoplesdispatch.org The Syrian Foreign Ministry has recently stated that the repeated Israeli airstrikes inside its territory were coordinated with extremist forces in the country that are fighting the government… (2023-04-04). Chinese peace negotiations in Eurasia are gaining ground. journal-neo.org (2023-04-04). Trump's Arrest a Message to Israel and the Neocons. journal-neo.org (2023-04-04). Yoon Suk-yeol's Visit to Japan. journal-neo.org (2023-04-04). Anonymity Online: Is It Possible to Not Leave a Trace? strategic-culture.org Given that close monitoring online (online surveillance) now begins at an early age, digital hygiene should be well taken care of ever since one's childhood. | There seems to be an illusion with the inexperienced internet users that only some individuals are being closely monitored and secretly 'surveilled' online. An ordinary user tends to think that to secretly monitor and listen to an unsuspecting online user is too costly and complicated and that one particular individual, he or she i.e. a simple user, is not particularly interesting to anybody to be listened to or closely monitored at all. | But the facts ha… (2023-04-04). Congress Has Been Captured by the Arms Industry. strategic-culture.org By William D. HARTUNG | On March 13th, the Pentagon rolled out its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024. The results were — or at least should have been — stunning, even by the standards of a department that's used to getting what it wants when it wants it. | The new Pentagon budget would come in at (2023-04-04). Remembering the Iraq Invasion. strategic-culture.org (2023-04-04). The Tragedy of U.S. Diplomacy Pushing for War, but Never Peace. strategic-culture.org In a brilliant op-ed published in the New York Times, the Quincy Institute's Trita Parsi explained how China, with help from Iraq, was able to mediate and resolve the deeply-rooted conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia, whereas the United States was in no position to do so after siding with the Saudi kingdom against Iran for decades. The title of Parsi's article, "The U.S. Is Not an Indispensable Peacemaker,"refers to former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's use of the term "indispensable nation" to describe the U.S. role in… (2023-04-04). Mexico prepares for Spring Break. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-04). The French People Battle Pension Reform In Paris. popularresistance.org This second, and last, term of presidency for Emmanuel Macron has been highlighted with increased police violence. The French parliament passed a bill making it obligatory to declare every demonstration to the authorities. Declared demonstrations, for the most part, do not face police violence. | Yet, last month demonstrators of all ages were on the streets of France every day, rioting and expressing their anger at the decisions of president Macron. These spontaneous non-declared demonstrations are being targeted by police. The latest incidents in Saint Soline on March 25, demonstrate how police are dealing with… (2023-04-04). Liberals: Burn the Place Down! americanthinker.com Our liberal friends and their devoted activists will keep doing their best to Burn the Place Down. Because that is the only thing they know to do. (2023-04-04). Save Stanford: Appoint Scott Atlas or Jay Bhattacharya as President. americanthinker.com Stanford University's reputation is in freefall as this once-revered university makes headlines for all the wrong reasons. (2023-04-04). Soros's Justice in U.S. and Israel. americanthinker.com By twisting the law to indict Trump, Bragg, the radical Left, and Soros hope not only to prevent his reelection as President but also to quash growing opposition and protests by the majority of Americans. (2023-04-04). Texas Medical Board Suspends Doctor for Choosing to Do No Harm. americanthinker.com Not only is the Texas Medical Board guilty of injustice in their sanctioning of Dr. Eric Hensen, they are also responsible for prescribing treatment that amounts to nothing less than medical malpractice. (2023-04-04). The Nightmare of Reparations. americanthinker.com California's proposed reparations programs will be a monument to raw power, racial division, and tyranny. (2023-04-04). A first pass at understanding the facts and allegations around Trump's arrest *UPDATED*. americanthinker.com The indictment is a case of massive overcharging and the alleged facts leave a lot to be desired. (2023-04-04). Biden hands the Middle East to China. americanthinker.com While the United States has been hypnotized by our domestic battle of Biden versus Trump, China has made a major move in the Middle East. (2023-04-04). Biden's shameful condemnation of Israel's democracy-enhancing judicial reform. americanthinker.com Does the U.S. president, the leader of the Democrat party, understand democracy in Israel and in his own country correctly?> (2023-04-04). Biden's shameful condemnation of Israel's democracy-enhancing judicial reform. americanthinker.com Does the US President, the leader of the Democratic Party, understand democracy in Israel and in his own country correctly?> (2023-04-04). Cascading mistakes are destroying our nation. americanthinker.com We have replaced competence with ineptitude, truth with propaganda, and courage with cowardice. (2023-04-04). Giorgia Meloni's government stands up for Italy's Mediterranean diet. americanthinker.com Go for it, Italy! (2023-04-04). I didn't know it was that easy to become a girl. americanthinker.com Today, we have a man who just celebrated 365 days of being a girl, and it earned him a beer sponsorship contract. (2023-04-04). I didn't know that it was that easy to become a girl. americanthinker.com Today, we have a man who just celebrated 365 days of being a girl and it earned him a beer sponsorship contract. (2023-04-04). My letter to the Minnesota official who demanded parents respect their kids' identities. americanthinker.com 'I'm writing to tell you that you've inspired me to change my parenting.' (2023-04-04). My letter to the Minnesota official who demanded parents respect their kids' identities. americanthinker.com I'm writing to tell you that you've inspired me to change my parenting. (2023-04-04). Surprise, surprise: Migrant remittances to Mexico and Central America are soaring. americanthinker.com Funny what COVID payouts and a border surge will do. (2023-04-04). Time for the GOP to serve Democrats a taste of their own medicine. americanthinker.com This is an occasion for the GOP to stop being reactive to Democrat narratives, and instead become drivers of their own narrative. (2023-04-04). What if Bush and Obama defended Trump? americanthinker.com Maybe our country could get off this roller coaster ride to perdition if the Former Presidents Club members all united. (2023-04-04). Why Biden should follow the Gerald Ford precedent. americanthinker.com The best political and personal move for Biden would be to follow the Gerald Ford precedent and grant a full pardon to Donald Trump… (2023-04-04). Will you like what's coming? americanthinker.com Here are a few questions to see whether you're prepared for life under permanent Democrat or Uniparty governance. (2023-04-04). Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Has Major Ramifications for 2024 Election. truthout.org A crucial election in Wisconsin on Tuesday will decide the fate of democracy in the state and have major ramifications for the 2024 presidential election, says reporter Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones. At stake is a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a 4-3 conservative majority. Although technically nonpartisan, the election is a showdown… | (2023-04-04). Ecuador: Rising death toll from landslides highlights mining risks. greenleft.org.au Landslides in Ecuador's Chimborazo province have left at least 28 people dead, with dozens still missing, reports Ana Zorita. Despite the region's steep topography and vulnerability to earthquakes, companies are seeking to exploit the area for large-scale copper and gold mining. (2023-04-04). Lavrov Debunked Western Propaganda Warning About Russia's "Dependence" on China. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The Black American Intelligence Report On The Rising 'No Labels' Political Organization. moguldom.com The No Labels political organization continues to grow and is wielding its power. The bi-partisan group has also gotten the backing of Black American notables. But is this a good move? Established in 2010, No Labels is a political organization supporting centrist, bi-partisan policies and politics. It is a registered non-profit and does not disclose … (2023-04-04). LSU Champion and MVP Angel Reese on Jill Biden's Invite to Iowa: 'A Joke'. moguldom.com On April 2, the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers women's basketball team won the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship title. It was the first basketball title, men's or women's, in school history. The team bested the University of Iowa's Hawkeyes and its star player, guard Caitlin Clark. LSU's Angel Reese was named Most … (2023-04-04). 5 Things to Know About The Mayor Race in Chicago: Is It As Simple as Black and White? moguldom.com The race for mayor of Chicago will come to a head today, April 4. The 2023 Chicago mayoral election was held on Feb. 28, but no candidate received a majority of votes in the initial round of the election. So now a runoff election will determine things. Incumbent mayor Lori Lightfoot ran for a second … (2023-04-04). In Video: Ukrainian Commanders Forbid Evacuation Of Dead Comrades. southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Overview: Ukrainian Forces Retreat To Western Outskirts Of Bakhmut (Video 18+). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Bakhmut On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Donbass On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Syria On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Military Situation In Ukraine On April 4, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org (2023-04-04). Philippines Announces Locations of Four New US Bases. southfront.org (2023-04-04). Protest US-UK-NATO War Policy: April 15 in Topsham, Maine. southfront.org (2023-04-04). Russian Defence Minister Assessed Interim Results Os Military Operations In Ukraine, Describes Retaliatory Measures To NATO Threats. southfront.org (2023-04-04). UPDATED: Donald Trump Under Arrest And Awaiting Arraignment. southfront.org (2023-04-04). What Kind of Ukraine Do We Support? southfront.org (2023-04-04). Locations Of US Carrier Strike Groups — April 4, 2023. southfront.org (2023-04-04). NATO Prepares For Air Battles With Russia Over Ukraine. southfront.org (2023-04-04). White Supremacists, Fentanyl and Meth (OPINION). latinorebels.com While immigrants continue to be linked to the fentanyl crisis, the truth is much harder to confront for white America. (2023-04-04). Reagan and Trump, two peas in a union-busting pod. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Inglorious Inertia: The Albanese Government and Julian Assange. dissidentvoice.org The sham that is the Assange affair, a scandal of monumental proportions connived in by the AUKUS powers, shows no signs of abating. Prior to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese assuming office in Australia, he insisted that the matter dealing with the WikiLeaks publisher would be finally resolved. It had, he asserted, been going on for … (2023-04-04). Inglorious inertia: Albanese, Smith and Julian Assange. greenleft.org.au As with all matters regarding United States policy, Australia will, if not agree outright with Washington, adopt a non-committal position — "quiet diplomacy". Binoy Kampmark reports. (2023-04-04). Turning tides: The US Congress and Julian Assange. greenleft.org.au In the United States, Democratic Congressperson Rashida Tlaib has urged fellow Congress members to sign a letter to US Attorney-General Merrick Garland urging him to drop the charges against Julian Assange, reports Binoy Kampmark. (2023-04-04). Over 400 Human Rights Defenders Murdered Worldwide Last Year. popularresistance.org For the first time since such killings have been tracked, more than 400 human rights defenders were murdered worldwide last year, with nearly half of these targeted killings occurring in Colombia, a report published Tuesday revealed. | According to Front Line Defenders' annual global analysis, at least 401 human rights defenders (HRDs) in 26 countries were victims of targeted killings in 2022, up from 358 people murdered in 35 countries the previous year. | The report notes that five countries—Colombia, Ukraine, Mexico, Brazil, and Honduras—accounted for over 80% of HRD murders in 2022, with Colombia… (2023-04-04). 'Break up Big Ag,' says Sanders after egg giant posts 718% profit increase. nationofchange.org Sanders joined Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Rep. Katie Porter, and others in questioning Cal-Maine Foods' claim that an avian flu outbreak is to blame for soaring egg prices. (2023-04-04). Imagine if All Officials Were Interrogated by Reporters Like This. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). Public Nuisances or Private Business? latinorebels.com Twenty-two mayors across Puerto Rico have delegated the process of declaring structures as public nuisances to a private firm, a practice that has led to many of the original property owners being deprived of fair compensation. (2023-04-04). China warns US House Speaker not to meet Taiwan president. channelnewsasia.com China says a meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will further damage Sino-US relations. (2023-04-04). China's intensifying nuclear-armed submarine patrols add complexity for US, allies: Analysts. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). As Japan ages, young Indonesians train to fill caregiver jobs. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Malaysia PM Anwar says Petronas project in South China Sea in Malaysian territory. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Indonesia's Harita Nickel sets IPO price at 1,250 rupiah a share. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). SK Hynix raises $1.7 billion convertible bond amid chip glut. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Thai exports seen contracting 10% year-on-year in first quarter – shippers' group. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Jimin of BTS is first South Korean solo artiste to top Billboard Hot 100 chart. channelnewsasia.com Jimin's single Like Crazy debuted at No 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 this week, bumping Miley Cyrus' Flowers out of the top spot, where it had reigned for eight weeks. (2023-04-04). Sempat berpeluang hidup 5%, pensiunan tentara Singapura ini taklukkan kanker dan rintis bisnis penganan. channelnewsasia.com Penyintas kanker Fuad Fahmi rintis bakeri rumahan Captain Roti, menjual aneka pastri ala Prancis dengan sentuhan lokal. (2023-04-04). Chanel takes to the stars with an interstellar themed capsule collection of watches. channelnewsasia.com At Watches & Wonders 2023, fashion house Chanel released a capsule collection inspired by the worlds of science fiction, space and time travel. Here are some highlights. (2023-04-04). Maid gets jail for biting baby who would not sleep. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Moeen happy to be Dhoni's selective spin weapon at Chennai. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). NZ women swap white shorts for blue over period anxieties. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Trump is heading to court. Here's what to expect. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). EU seeks reset with China in shadow of Ukraine war. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). First woman, black astronaut to make 2024 flight around Moon. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). From the Cold War to the Ukraine war: NATO in brief. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). Trump, Trump, Trump: US TV turns to old habits. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). US tech edge eroding, AUKUS must pool resources to compete with China: Australia conference. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). West trying to drive a wedge between Moscow, Beijing: Russian foreign minister. channelnewsasia.com (2023-04-04). The U.N. Is Coming for Your Water. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). DeSantis Signs Permitless Carry Gun Bill Into Law During Nonpublic Ceremony. truthout.org During a private signing ceremony — and exactly one week after a mass shooting that killed three children and three adults at a school in Nashville, Tennessee — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis quietly signed a bill into law allowing state residents to carry a concealed loaded gun without a permit. The bill was signed behind closed doors — an unusual move for the governor, who typically signs bills with… | (2023-04-04). Tennessee GOP Plans to Expel Democrats Over Peaceful Gun Reform Protests. truthout.org Republican lawmakers in the Tennessee state House of Representatives have taken steps to expel three of their Democratic colleagues after the Democrats participated in a protest for gun reform on the House floor last week. Thousands of protesters have gathered at the Tennessee capitol over the past week to demand gun reform after a Nashville school shooting killed three adults and three children… | (2023-04-04). Trump Becomes First Ex-President to Be Indicted in US History. truthout.org On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump was formally arraigned by the Manhattan District Attorney's office in New York City, making him the first former president to be indicted in United States history. District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree, each of which is a felony offense, and conspiracy relating to those payments. | (2023-04-04). The Second Cold War is more dangerous than the first. mronline.org (2023-04-04). The So Far Non-Existent Russian Vulkan Leaks. Craig Murray. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Montana Repeals State Energy Policy As Climate Trial Nears. popularresistance.org Montana has repealed its 30-year-old energy policy — including a 2011 amendment that prioritized fossil-fuel development. The move comes as a June trial date approaches for a youth-led climate lawsuit against the state. | In the lawsuit, Held v. State of Montana, sixteen Montana children and teenagers say that by actively promoting a fossil-fuel based energy system that is dangerous to the climate, state officials are violating the "right to a clean and healthful environment" for present and future generations under the state Constitution. It is the first constitutional climate case to go to trial in the Un… (2023-04-04). Fact Check: 21 Percent Of CEOs In Corporate America Are Psychopaths. moguldom.com Despite a world-class talent for entrepreneurship, Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs parked in the disabled parking spots, displayed low empathy and antisocial behavior and bullied his employees. He eventually got fired from his own company. Twitter owner and Tesla co-founder Elon Musk was combative with investors, the media, employees, and his social media audience. … (2023-04-04). A Microchip Brain: Company Releases Brain Implant To Treat Depression. moguldom.com A penny-sized microchip embedded under your scalp and powered wirelessly by an external device could deliver tiny electrical pulses to the region of your brain affected by severe depression and replace conventional antidepressants, according to Los Angeles-based startup Inner Cosmos. Inner Cosmos is one of a growing number of tech companies making brain implants, but … (2023-04-04). Russia Will Beef Up Forces in Northwest as Finland Joins NATO. news.antiwar.com Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko has said that Russia will beef up its military presence in its northwestern territory in response to Finland joining NATO. Finland's ascension into NATO will more than double the alliance's territory on the Russian border. The Russian-Finnish border is about 810 miles long and will now become more militarized. … (2023-04-04). Two Civilians Killed in Latest Israeli Airstrikes in Syria. news.antiwar.com Israel continued its relentless bombing campaign in Syria early Tuesday morning, launching airstrikes targeting the southern suburbs of Damascus and killing two civilians, Syria's SANA news agency reported. The pro-opposition UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights also reported that two civilians were killed in the Israeli bombardment. The SOHR described the target that was hit … (2023-04-04). CENTCOM Says US Strike Killed ISIS Leader in Syria. news.antiwar.com US Central Command (CENTCOM) has said its forces launched a "unilateral strike" in Syria on Monday and claimed it killed a senior ISIS leader. CENTCOM said the man's name was Khalid Aydd Ahmad al-Jabouri and claimed he was responsible for planning terrorist attacks in Europe and Turkey. The command said no civilians were harmed in … (2023-04-04). Finland Formally Joins NATO, Doubling the Alliance's Border With Russia. news.antiwar.com Finland formally became the 31st member of NATO on Tuesday, officially ending the country's post-World War II policy of neutrality and raising tensions between Helsinki and Moscow. "Finland has today become a member of the defense alliance NATO. The era of military non-alignment in our history has come to an end. A new era begins," … (2023-04-04). First Batch of Polish MiG-29 Fighter Jets Arrive in Ukraine. news.antiwar.com A Polish official said Monday that Warsaw had delivered its first batch of Soviet-made MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine. "A few MiG-29s have already been sent. They are indeed helpful to Ukraine in its defense of our collective security," said Marcin Przydacz, a Polish presidential aide, according to AFP. It's not clear how many planes Poland will provide … (2023-04-04). Former Israeli PM Ehud Barak Admits Israel Has Nukes. news.antiwar.com On Tuesday, Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak acknowledged that Israel has nuclear weapons in a now-deleted tweet about concerns over the current Israeli government's judicial overhaul plans. Barak wrote: "In conversations between Israelis and Western diplomatic officials, there are deep concerns raised of the possibility that if the coup in Israel succeeds, a messianic … (2023-04-04). Moscow Hosts Meeting Aimed at Syria-Turkey Normalization. news.antiwar.com The deputy foreign ministers of Syria, Turkey, Iran, and Russia wrapped up two days of talks in Moscow on Tuesday that were aimed at working toward a normalization deal between Ankara and Damascus. There's no sign a breakthrough was made, but a follow-up meeting at the foreign minister level is expected to happen soon. A … (2023-04-04). Covering (Up) Antiwar Protest in US Media. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Far-right censure motion: theatre of the grotesque staged in Spanish Congress. greenleft.org.au The Spanish far-right's latest attempt to censure prime minister Pedro Sanchez' government — with the help of a former leader of the Communist Party of Spain — has backfired, writes Dick Nichols. (2023-04-04). Executive Order Lays Foundation for Lab-Created Foods. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Martin Luther King, April 4, 1967: "This Madness Must Cease". The U.S. is "The Greatest Purveyor of Violence in the World Today." globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Teenagers Need Heart or Lung Transplant After Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/22: Earth Day Santa Cruz. indybay.org Downtown Santa Cruz. Free parking will be available at the County building, located at 701 Ocean St. It is a short walk across the pedestrian bridge to the event. (2023-04-04). New China-Brazil cargo air route promotes e-commerce trade. ecns.cn A ceremony was held on Monday for the opening of a new cargo air route linking the southern Chinese metropolis Shenzhen to Sao Paulo of Brazil, which is expected to stimulate the e-commerce trade between the two countries. (2023-04-04). 'Map of happiness' utilized in Shanghai. ecns.cn While Shanghai is often considered one of the most livable cities in China, local authorities have been working to drive further improvements using the concept of the 15-minute community life circle. (2023-04-04). SOEs make infrastructure milestones. ecns.cn China's infrastructure construction continues to progress at a fast pace amid the nation's overall economic recovery, with State-owned enterprises playing critical roles in several massive and urgent undertakings nationwide. (2023-04-04). Fans mourn legendary Japanese musician. ecns.cn Oscar-winning Japanese composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto died of cancer on March 28 at the age of 71, Japanese recording company Avex announced in a statement on its website on Sunday. (2023-04-04). (2023-04-04). China may meet solar, wind goals five years earlier. ecns.cn China may reach its 2030 target for wind and solar energy development five years earlier than planned. (2023-04-04). China's rapid recovery brightens regional, global economic outlook: ADB. ecns.cn China's rapid recovery has brightened the regional and global economic outlook, according to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report released on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Revised labor rules sought as gig work rises. ecns.cn Data from a recent survey showed that a growing number of people in China are working in the gig economy, a fact that experts said underscores the dire need to overhaul labor rules to better protect these people from long, grueling work hours, inadequate social security coverage and other issues. (2023-04-04). Experts: Public mask wearing can be eased. ecns.cn Chinese health experts suggest relaxing mandatory mask wearing in public except for elderly care centers and other high-risk facilities as the global COVID-19 pandemic is nearing an end and domestic flu infections are declining. (2023-04-04). Japan's curbs on chip exports opposed. ecns.cn China expressed strong dissatisfaction on Monday over Japan's export restrictions on semiconductor manufacturing equipment, hoping Tokyo would prudently make decisions and avoid complicating mutual trust and bilateral ties. (2023-04-04). Nation boosts community life circles. ecns.cn China has heightened its efforts to provide city residents easy access to a variety of services within a 15-minute walk from home. It is expected to bolster and upgrade consumer buying while creating more jobs and improving the business environment, experts said. (2023-04-04). Pakistan to work with other SCO countries to achieve common goals: official. ecns.cn Pakistan is looking forward to working with all countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to achieve common goals, said an adviser to the Pakistani prime minister. (2023-04-04). Russian FM to meet Blinken if there is willingness from Washington: Russian UN envoy. ecns.cn Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is ready to meet U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken later this month when he travels to New York, if there is willingness from Washington, said Russian envoy here on Monday. (2023-04-04). China's Qingming Festival fuels tourism rebound, one-day trip bookings surge five-fold. ecns.cn China's tourism sector continued its strong rebound, with bookings for one-day trips during the Qingming Festival, which falls on Wednesday this year, jumping by over five-fold, data from domestic online travel agencies showed. (2023-04-04). Average temperatures in March hit record high in northern to western Japan. ecns.cn Japanese weather officials said most regions in Japan logged record-high average temperatures for March this year. (2023-04-04). Huawei plans to develop 50,000 ICT talents in South Asia. ecns.cn China's telecommunication giant Huawei plans to develop 50,000 information and communication technology (ICT) talents in South Asia in the next five years. (2023-04-04). Russian UN envoy defends his country's Security Council presidency. ecns.cn Russian ambassador to the United Nations Vassily Nebenzia on Monday defended his country's rotating presidency of the Security Council for the month of April. (2023-04-04). Millenniums-old tiger-patterned ritual weapon unearthed in east China. ecns.cn Archaeologists found an extremely rare stone relic, an axe-shaped weapon used for rituals in ancient China, engraved with a tiger pattern, in Wuxi City in east China's Jiangsu Province. The relic dates back some 4,500 years. (2023-04-04). Finland to formally join NATO on April 4: president office. ecns.cn Finland will officially become the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on Tuesday, April 4, the Finnish president's office said on Monday. (2023-04-04). Northern Hemisphere sees decreasing aerosol optical depth: research. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have studied the long-term global distribution of Aerosol Optical Depth (AOD) that has great significance on air pollution control, forest fire prevention and climate research. (2023-04-04). China developing parachute system to recover reusable rocket parts. ecns.cn Chinese engineers are working on a parachute system for recovering rocket boosters and fairings during launches. (2023-04-04). Mass loss of lake-terminating glaciers in Himalayas significantly underestimated: study. ecns.cn A new study has revealed that the mass loss of 2.7 gigaton (Gt) lake-terminating glaciers in the Himalayas has been significantly underestimated from 2000 to 2020. (2023-04-04). Gagea flowers ready to welcome spring on Nalati grassland in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Gagea flowers start to bloom on Nalati grassland in northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in April. These flowers usually appear as the snow on the mountains thaws, and locals say they signal the end of winter. (2023-04-04). Return capsule of Shenzhou-14 spacecraft displayed in Xiamen. ecns.cn People view the return capsule of Shenzhou-14 manned spaceship displayed during a space science themed exhibition at the Chengyi Discovery Center in Xiamen, east China's Fujian Province, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Ma Ying-jeou visits Chongqing Urban Planning Exhibition Gallery. ecns.cn Ma Ying-jeou (front central) visits the Chongqing Urban Planning Exhibition Gallery, which demonstrates achievements of urban and rural planning, in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, April 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Spring landscape of Yellow River in Qinghai. ecns.cn Stunning spring scenery along the Yellow River with blooming apricot flowers on the banks and a snow-covered mountain at the background in Hualong Hui Autonomous County in Haidong City, northwest China's Qinghai Province, April, 3, 2023. (2023-04-04). Travel bookings surge as holidays approach. ecns.cn The number of travel booking increased significantly as the Qingming and May Day holidays approach, Chinanews.com reported on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Ukraine 2014: The Tipping Point of Terror. mronline.org (2023-04-04). My feminism is Trans inclusive. mronline.org (2023-04-04). The indictment of Donald Trump: A politically bankrupt diversion. mronline.org (2023-04-04). Documents Reveal Oil Giant Shell Knew About Climate Impacts Even Earlier. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). German Leftist Lawmaker Says US Soldiers and Nukes Must Leave Her Country. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). Migrant Deaths in Mexico Put Spotlight on US Policy That Shifted Immigration Enforcement South. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). 'People Are Going to Die': Florida Senate Republicans Pass Abortion Ban. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). States Try to Obscure Execution Details as Drugmakers Hinder Lethal Injection. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). The Revolution Against Shady Landlords Has Begun. scheerpost.com (2023-04-04). "God's Wars" : "Looking into the Silence to Find the Answers" globalresearch.ca Beneath the "shock and awe" geopolitics of the Bush- Blair "humanitarian crusade", Felicity Arbuthnot reflects on the indescribable barbarity of the 2004 Fallujah massacre, resulting in countless deaths and destruction. | And it has happened ever since. They are killing our … (2023-04-04). New Orleans March Condemns Anti-LGBTQ Bills. popularresistance.org New Orleans, Louisiana – On Friday, March 31, hundreds marched from Washington Square Park to Jackson Square to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility. The marchers also gathered in response to nine anti-LGBTQ bills being considered by the Louisiana legislature. These bills reflect a growing crisis of targeted attacks against LGBTQ youth. | The Deadname bill, HB 81, would mandate that public school teachers misgender trans students and use their birth names. Students could appeal for their real names and pronouns to be used with a parental note, but staff would still be allowed to ignore that appeal based on "religiou… (2023-04-04). $17,000 raised in FRSO Spring Fundraising Drive. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN — In less than a week, the Freedom Road Socialist Organization's (FRSO) Spring Fundraising Drive has netted more than $17,000. FRSO aims to raise over $130,000 to hire more full-time organizers to work in our national office, grow our fund to purchase a building, and publish more revolutionary literature. | Anti-war activist Sarah Martin states, "Now is the time to dig deep and contribute to FRSO so we can continue to grow and expand our work as we build towards a new world. The future is bright!" | Local FRSO groups will be going out to members and supporters to make the Spring Fundraisin… (2023-04-04). Commentary: For Black Chicagoans, the mayoral election is about community control of the police. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – Two factors have made public safety a lynchpin issue in the upcoming mayoral election between Brandon Johnson, former teacher supported by the Chicago Teacher's Union, and Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, backed by the Fraternal Order of the Police (FOP). First is the rise in the crime rate in the city in recent years. The second, and principal, reason is the law-and-order backlash that followed the historic protests of the George Floyd Rebellion. | Groups like the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (CAARPR) are fighting to make sure that the city's supposed c… (2023-04-04). Commentary: Why Brandon is better for the people. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL – On April 4, Chicago faces its most crucial mayoral election since Harold Washington ran in 1983. Brandon Johnson, Cook County commissioner, union organizer, and former public school teacher, won enough votes in the February 28 primary to move into the runoff election against Paul Vallas, an administrator with a record of privatizing school systems in Chicago, Philadelphia, New Orleans and Bridgeport. Unions, community organizations and other progressive groups have formed a coalition behind Brandon Johnson to ensure better working, living and organizing conditions for the next four years. | The mass… (2023-04-04). Students picket to demand abortion clinics on all U of MN campuses. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN — Bright yellow picket signs stood tall by University Avenue at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, as students and campus community gathered to protest outside the Donhowe building at the University of Minnesota to demand immediate action from administration to expand abortion access on campus. The action was organized by the UMN chapter of Students for a Democratic Society and co-hosted by the Minnesota Abortion Action Committee. Students chanted "Hey Gabel, what do you say? Protect abortion rights today!" calling on University President Joan Gabel to act on their demands to defend women's and re… (2023-04-04). Dallas rallies for LGBTQ rights. fightbacknews.org Dallas, TX – On Saturday, April 1, over 50 members of the LGBTQ community and their allies gathered at Dallas City Hall to protest transphobic and anti-drag legislation currently being passed by the Texas state government. Four of those bills are Senate Bill 14 which takes away trans youth's right to transition; Senate Bill 15, which bans trans athletes from participating in college sports, and Senate Bills 12 and 1601, which greatly restrict the freedom to perform in drag. | The rally called for the city of Dallas to refuse to prosecute anyone for these anti-LGBTQ laws. | The rally was called by the Freed… (2023-04-04). Milwaukee rallies for abortion access ahead of important spring ballot initiative. fightbacknews.org Milwaukee, WI – On April 1, activists, medical providers, community members and local politicians rallied in Red Arrow Park encouraging the people of Milwaukee to vote in a pivotal election for the state of Wisconsin. The community joined together, in the bitter wind, with a common goal in mind: to end the statewide ban on abortion. | Milwaukee showed up loud and proud with pickets reading, "Repeal 940.04" and "Abortion is not a crime," accompanied by live music and speakers. Local organizations provided information on how to access abortion services and the ways the people can get involved in the fight for repr… (2023-04-04). Pinellas County teachers' union rallies against right-wing attacks on public education. fightbacknews.org St. Petersburg, FL – The Pinellas Classroom Teachers Association and Pinellas Educational Support Professionals Association rallied dozens of their members, members of the community, and other supportive groups on Saturday, April 1, in response to a slew of right-wing attacks on public education in the state. | The teachers and support staff aimed the message at legislators. They demanded relief from staffing shortages, raised awareness of the impact of these attacks on their working conditions and students' learning conditions, and pushed back against the attempt to gut their union. | The rally began at the Sai… (2023-04-04). U of Washington students rally in support of Farm Workers. fightbacknews.org Seattle, WA – On Friday, March 31, Students for Farm Workers led a demonstration of more than 150 people starting from the steps of the Suzzallo Library in the middle of University of Washington-Seattle campus to the Husky Union Building. | Students for Farm Workers, SSFW, is a support group for United Farm Workers, fighting to stop the University of Washington from selling and serving mushrooms from Greenwood Mushrooms Farms in both grocery stores and dining halls. The farm, originally Ostrom Mushroom Farm, has been sued by the state for mistreatment of workers. Workers at the farm are fighting to unionize under… (2023-04-04). Explained: How Donald Trump's arraignment in New York will be a political spectacle. firstpost.com (2023-04-04). The first signs of an ecological class struggle in Germany. greenleft.org.au Franziska Heinisch and Julia Kaiser explain how, during the global climate strike on March 3, climate activists and public transport workers in Germany coordinated their efforts to take joint strike action in around 30 cities. (2023-04-04). Passover: Time to Bring Freedom, Equality to Israel's Palestinians. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Selected Articles: Xi-Putin Summit: Strategy Meeting for the Coming East-West War? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). As Tax Day Approaches: Is the Federal Budget Moral or Immoral? juancole.com (2023-04-04). Was There a U.S. Nuclear Weapons Accident at a Dutch Air Base? globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The Right Wing Is Waging a Dirty War Against History and Education. truthout.org At the core of all authoritarian regimes is a politics of disappearance: a practice of elimination that targets the oppositional press, revolutionary ideas, perceived enemies, migrants, people of color, women and trans people, troubling knowledge and historical memories that threaten the existing racist capitalist order. In the contemporary U.S., this authoritarian politics of disappearance… | (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/15: Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Plant Sale. indybay.org Homeless Garden Project Farm | 100-198 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz… (2023-04-04). £2 million awarded for development of beta cell implant for type 1 diabetes. imperial.ac.uk (2023-04-04). Imperial launches call for next generation of women scientists from South Asia. imperial.ac.uk Imperial has launched a programme to help nurture the next generation of leading women scientists from South Asia. (2023-04-04). Ukraine attempts to legitimise pursuit of nuclear weapons through petition. infobrics.org UN refuses to call out Kiev for escalating nuclear rhetoric. (2023-04-04). Chairman Says Gazprom Close to Maximum Gas Supply to China. infobrics.org Russia's Gazprom is increasing gas supplies to China and expects soon to reach the maximum planned level through a Siberian pipeline, its chairman said, highlighting Beijing's importance as his country's top export market in the face of Western sanctions… (2023-04-04). Russia in Talks with India to Develop Northern Sea Shipping Route. infobrics.org Russia and India are looking at expanding the use of the Northern Sea shipping route that passes through the Artic and which could include the building of processing facilities, Russia's Interfax agency reported… (2023-04-04). VTB Assists Chinese Companies in Expanding Their Reach into New Markets. infobrics.org The trade and economic partnership between Russia and China present a promising outlook with significant growth potential… (2023-04-04). Japan ignoring price cap, paying 16% more for Russian oil. infobrics.org However, what the US political establishment is afraid of is that others will soon follow Japan's example. (2023-04-04). Brazil Presidential Advisor Met with Putin in Moscow. libya360.wordpress.com Celso Amorim, head advisor to the Brazilian Presidency, met with President Vladimir Putin for a one hour meeting during a discreet trip to Moscow last week. Amorim was received by the Secretary of the Security Council, Nikolai Patrushev, and by the Kremlin's main advisor for international affairs, Yuri Ushakov. He also had lunch with Foreign… (2023-04-04). How Russia Sees its Role in the Construction of the Multipolar World. libya360.wordpress.com Thierry Meyssan Russia has just published its "Foreign Policy Concept". After recalling its position in the world, this document describes the end of Western domination and the efforts of the United States and its allies to maintain the hegemony of Washington. It lists Moscow's interests and goals. It emphasizes the primacy of contemporary international law… (2023-04-04). Mumia Abu-Jamal's Appeal is Denied. libya360.wordpress.com Natalia Marques Mumia Abu Jamal has been unjustly held in prison for over 42 years. Abu-Jamal's bid for a new trial based on new evidence of racism and corruption within the prosecution has failed, leaving supporters with one less path for the decades-long political prisoner's freedom Despite an international, high profile campaign for his release, Mumia Abu-Jamal's… (2023-04-04). Russian Fighters Avenge Terrorist Attacks with Victories on the Donbass Front. libya360.wordpress.com On April 2, another cowardly terrorist attack killed a Russian journalist. As a result of an explosion in a café in St. Petersburg, prominent war correspondent, former fighter of the Donbass militia Vladlen Tatarsky fell victim to the assassination. The terrorist attack was carried out during his meeting with readers. The number of people wounded… (2023-04-04). The Counter-Summit for Democracy. libya360.wordpress.com On 2 April 2023, Friends of Socialist China and the International Manifesto Group co-hosted a powerful and successful Counter-Summit for Democracy, a response to the US-sponsored so-called Summit for Democracy held a few days earlier. The participants at this counter-summit exposed the hegemonic reality behind the US's talk of a 'rules-based world order'; explored alternative models… (2023-04-04). U.S. Prepares for Election Amid Undeclared Civil War. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: The war that is apparent is being waged by the state against the people. Sadly, many are so engaged in petty organizational disputes and left-vs right power struggles that they have failed to notice, let alone respond appropriately. — A.V. Observateur Continental A black plume rises as a result of a controlled detonation… (2023-04-04). U.S. Push to Strip China's Developing Country Status an Attack on Development Itself. libya360.wordpress.com Danny Haiphong Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. Credit: Xinhua On March 28, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the "PRC Is Not a Developing Country Act" by a unanimous vote of 415-0 in yet another demonstration of the solid bipartisanship that exists in the United States when it comes to containing and isolating China. Under… (2023-04-04). Western Analysts Do Not Understand Psychological War Behind Ukrainian Frontlines. libya360.wordpress.com Lucas Leiroz In order to understand the psychological level of the conflict, it is necessary to take into account who the real sides are. It is not a war between Moscow and Kiev, but between the collective West and Russia. In its psychological games, the Russian side is interested in dissuading the West, not in… (2023-04-04). What if the Protests in France Were in Cuba? libya360.wordpress.com José Manzaneda 300 demonstrations with more than three million people, 500 people arrested in a single day. If it were Cuba, Belarus or China… the headlines would be filled with terms such as "social outburst", "popular uprising", "repression", "regime"…. But since they are in France, they speak of "serious riots", in which the only people… (2023-04-04). In New York, the Wrong Workers Get the Biggest Pay Bumps. inequality.org Wall Street bonuses averaged $176,700 last year — down from 2021 but still 1,165 percent higher than in 1985. If the federal minimum wage had grown at the same rate, it would be worth $42.37, according to Institute for Policy Studies analysis. An alliance of essential workers, tenants, and union members are rallying to … (2023-04-04). Executive Order 12333: "Prohibition on Assassination": What Do the Iranian People Think? U.S. Government Ordered Assassination of General Qassem Soleimani. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Chants of 'fascists!' ring out as Tennessee GOP moves to expel Dems over gun control protest. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). Florida Democratic Leaders Arrested While Protesting 6-Week Abortion Ban. truthout.org Two Florida Democratic leaders were among the protesters arrested late Monday during a demonstration against a proposed six-week abortion ban, which the Republican-controlled state Senate passed hours earlier. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried and Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book were handcuffed and detained along with roughly a dozen other protesters who gathered and sat down in a park… | (2023-04-04). Human Flu Cases in Cambodia Not Due to Bird Flu Outbreak Viruses. jamanetwork.com Two people in Cambodia who were infected by avian influenza A(H5N1) in February, including a child who died, were the first human cases the country has seen in about 9 years. Genetic sequencing revealed that the viruses belonged to H5 clade 2.3.2.1c and are not the same as the H5 clade 2.3.4.4b viruses currently infecting birds worldwide, according to a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statement. (2023-04-04). Early Respiratory Infections Tied to Premature Death Later in Life. jamanetwork.com After adjusting for certain baseline factors, people who had lower respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia before age 2 years were almost twice as likely to die from a respiratory disease by age 73 years compared with those who were not infected as children. (2023-04-04). Addressing the Long-term Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Children and Families. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses a consensus report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) that reviews the impact of COVID-19 on the health and well-being of children and families and what needs to be done to attenuate longer-term negative effects. (2023-04-04). The Emergence of Rural Emergency Hospitals. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses the potential benefits of the rural emergency hospital model, which exclusively provides outpatient and emergency services, in rural communities faced with possible hospital closures, as well as safeguards to monitor and minimize unintended consequences. (2023-04-04). Patient Information: Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease. jamanetwork.com This JAMA Patient Page describes autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, its signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. (2023-04-04). Menstrual Hygiene With Less Environmental Impact. jamanetwork.com This JAMA Insights in the Women's Health series aims to expand clinician knowledge about the safety and best practices of menstrual cup use to support patients who choose this product by discussing the advantages, insertion and removal process, and potential risks of menstrual cup use. (2023-04-04). Heterogeneous Treatment Effects of Therapeutic-Dose Heparin in Patients Hospitalized for COVID-19. jamanetwork.com This exploratory study of a multiplatform randomized trial investigating the effects of therapeutic-dose heparin in early-pandemic hospitalized COVID-19 patients describes findings from 3 statistical approaches to detecting differences of treatment effect in clinically relevant patient subgroups. (2023-04-04). Toward Personalizing Care: Assessing Heterogeneity of Treatment Effects in Randomized Trials. jamanetwork.com Clinicians know that individual patients may respond differently to a given treatment and that the overall treatment effect reported in a randomized trial of the treatment may not be directly applicable to all patients in clinical practice. Determining the treatment effect for an individual patient involves a comparison of the outcome when that patient is exposed to the treatment vs the outcome of the same patient exposed to a control treatment at the same time, a comparison impossible to make in conventional parallel-group trial designs. A practical alternative is to examine heterogeneity of (variation in) treat… (2023-04-04). Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Myocarditis—A Review. jamanetwork.com This Review summarizes current evidence regarding the diagnosis and treatment of acute myocarditis. (2023-04-04). Treatment Patterns and Outcomes of Acute Myocardial Infarction for Low- and High-Income Patients. jamanetwork.com This serial cross-sectional cohort study compares whether treatment patterns and outcomes for patients presenting with acute myocardial infarction differ for low- vs high-income individuals across 6 countries. (2023-04-04). Do Patient Satisfaction Instruments Harm Patients and Physicians?—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply In his Letter about our recent Viewpoint, Dr Lee shares our concerns over the linkage of financial incentives for individual physicians to patient satisfaction measures such as the use of the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Provider and Systems survey (CG-CAHPS) in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Merit-Based Incentive Payment System. (2023-04-04). Mindfulness Training and Exercise and Cognitive Function in Older Adults—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply We thank Drs Salmoirago-Blotcher and Cohen for their interest in the MEDEX study, which showed that mindfulness training and/or exercise did not improve cognitive function in older adults with subjective cognitive concerns. However, we disagree with their concern that the negative findings "can be explained by…methodological limitations." (2023-04-04). Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare and 30-Day Mortality in Patients With AMI—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply As noted by Dr Roehm, Medicare Advantage health plans principally are paid via capitation payments that are adjusted for the health status of the enrolled population. A large body of research suggests that this payment system has created strong incentives for Medicare Advantage health plans to improve their coding of diagnoses in order to increase their payments. The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) estimated that Medicare Advantage risk scores in 2021 were more than 10% higher than scores for similar beneficiaries in traditional Medicare . To achieve these scores, Medicare Advantage plans r… (2023-04-04). Do Patient Satisfaction Instruments Harm Patients and Physicians? jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent Viewpoint made important points about how duress for physicians can be worsened if patient experience data are misused, but in doing it so misinterpreted or misrepresented available data. (2023-04-04). Mindfulness Training and Exercise and Cognitive Function in Older Adults. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study reported that, compared with health education, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and exercise (alone or in combination) did not improve cognitive function in older adults with self-reported cognitive concerns. These findings, in our opinion, can be explained by a number of methodological limitations. (2023-04-04). Medicare Advantage vs Traditional Medicare and 30-Day Mortality in Patients With AMI. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study compared outcomes of 30-day mortality following myocardial infarction in patients with Medicare Advantage vs traditional Medicare. However, greater coding intensity occurs in Medicare Advantage plans, which makes reliable interpretation of outcome data difficult when comparing Medicare Advantage plans with traditional Medicare. (2023-04-04). Birth Outcomes Following ART Conception in Same-Sex Lesbian Couples vs Natural and ART Conception in Heterosexual Couples. jamanetwork.com This study uses registry data to compare birth outcomes, including birth weight, gestational age, low birth weight, and preterm delivery, in assisted reproductive technology (ART) pregnancies among same-sex lesbian couples vs natural conceptions and ART pregnancies among heterosexual couples. (2023-04-04). Disclosure of Possible Trial Termination to Participants of Interventional Clinical Trials. jamanetwork.com This study evaluates a cross-section of interventional clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov with publicly available informed consent forms along with the proportion of trials that disclosed the possibility of trial termination. (2023-04-04). Author Affiliations Omitted. jamanetwork.com In the Original Investigation titled "Effect of Direct Transportation to Thrombectomy-Capable Center vs Local Stroke Center on Neurological Outcomes in Patients With Suspected Large-Vessel Occlusion Stroke in Nonurban Areas: The RACECAT Randomized Clinical Trial," published in the May 10, 2022, issue of JAMA, 2 authors, Sà≤nia Abilleira, PhD, and Mercè Salvat-Plana, RN, were missing affiliations. Both of these authors were listed as affiliated with the Stroke Programme, Catalan Health Department, Agency for Health Quality and Assessment of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain, but should have additionally been listed a… (2023-04-04). 'NY Times' Won't Explain Why Palestinians Aren't Joining the Big Anti-Netanyahu Demonstrations in Israel. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Le Campagne Militari Us/Nato Dal 1991 Ad Oggi. globalresearch.ca Tutti gli articoli di Global Research possono essere letti in 51 lingue attivando il pulsante Traduci sito web sotto il nome dell'autore. | Per ricevere la newsletter quotidiana di Global Research (articoli selezionati), fare Fare clic sul pulsante … (2023-04-04). The U.S. is trying to persuade China to commit suicide. mronline.org (2023-04-04). "Fake News" Stories Curated by the Deep State: Government Spin Doctors Control the News Cycle. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Trump's Legal 'Super Tuesday' Will Start One of the Most Bizarre Presidential Elections in History. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Estrategia de pinzas para impedir que Latinoamérica participe del nuevo orden mundial. globalizacion.ca La última semana se aceleraron las presiones de Washington sobre América Latina y el Caribe para que limite, suspenda o interrumpa sus vínculos con el nuevo "eje del mal" determinado por quienes detentan el poder real en Estados Unidos: | el… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council Condemns 'Illegal' Sanctions. venezuelanalysis.com Ana Gabriela Salazar, research coordinator at SURES, told Venezuelanalysis that sanctions "clearly contravene the principles of political independence and non-intervention." (2023-04-04). US Joins Civilized World: Trump's Arraignment for Electoral Corruption is just like former French President Sarkozy's. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Argentina: Crisis desgasta a la dirigencia y acerca el fin de ciclo. globalizacion.ca El reciente anuncio de Mauricio Macri que se baja de la pelea por la candidatura presidencial del Frente para el Cambio (FpC) puede ser abordado desde diferentes ópticas. Desde el punto de vista de la actual coyuntura resulta obvio que… (2023-04-04). New York Governor Backs Proposal to Gut State's Landmark Climate Law. truthout.org Climate action groups and scientists are denouncing an effort by New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul to gut the state's signature emissions reduction law — one of the most ambitious in the United States — as the governor's office claims the move is aimed at saving money for consumers and attempts to disguise it as a technical accounting change. The proposal Hochul is backing has won approval… | (2023-04-04). Hochul Is Helping Her Fossil Fuel Donors Gut Key Climate Law. levernews.com (2023-04-04). Belmarsh Warden Blocks Assange From Meeting With Representatives Of Press Freedom Organization. thedissenter.org (2023-04-04). Moscow Accuses US of Trying to Sabotage 2nd Russia—Africa Summit. orinocotribune.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has warned that Washington and its allies are attempting to disrupt the second Russia—Africa Summit by putting pressure on countries on the African continent to cancel their participation. | The senior Kremlin official stated that "the United States and its vassals" are doing everything possible to try to isolate Russia from the rest of the international community. | "In particular,… (2023-04-04). Peru: Autopsies Find Police & Army Bullets in Corpses of 30 Demonstrators. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council Condemns Use of Sanctions. orinocotribune.com The United Nations Human Rights Council approved a resolution on Monday rejecting the imposition of unilateral coercive measures—euphemistically referred to as "sanctions"—against less developed nations. | This was reported on by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil: "UN Human Rights Council adopts by majority a resolution that condemns the application and unilateral and continued execution of coercive measures as an instrument of pressure against any country, in particular against least developed countries and developing countries." | 33 votes were cast in favor, 13 against, and 1 member abstained. T… (2023-04-04). More Prominent Countries Abandoning the US Dollar and Ignore U.S. Plea To Boost Oil Production. sonar21.com (2023-04-04). Lucretia And The Law Of Lawlessness. thiscantbehappening.net When Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Lucretia Clemons released an inmate from prison in May 2021, she clearly saw how prosecutors illegally withholding evidence of innocence caused that Philadelphia man to languish in prison for nearly 30-years on a wrongful murder conviction. As Clemons released Eric Riddick from prison on May 28, 2021, she declared … | (2023-04-04). Ecuador: Murder of Key Witness in Investigation of President Lasso, Others, Raises More Questions. cepr.net Witness Was Close Associate of Lasso's Inner Circle, Business Partners, and Campaign Donors Washington, DC — On Friday, Ecuadorian police found the body of Rubén Cherres, who had apparently been murdered, alongside three other people, in Punta Blanca, a seaside resort on the Ecuadorian coast. Authorities had been looking for Cherres since January 21, when … (2023-04-04). Israel's protest movement can't succeed without embracing Palestinian liberation. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). How The US Uses International Bodies To Manufacture Consent For Warfare. popularresistance.org Both the Obama and Trump administrations used alleged chemical attacks in 2013 and 2018 to justify bombing Syria. When inspectors with the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, who inspected the site of the attacks, stated that there was not evidence to prove the Syrian military was responsible, and in the case of the 2018 attack, that chemical weapons were even used, they were silenced and punished. Aaron Mate has been covering this story for several years and has testified before the United Nations Security Council three times, most recently on March 24 of this year. He speaks to Clearing the FO… (2023-04-04). Norfolk Southern's huge profits go 80 percent to top honchos' checks. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Lost decade: how Shell downplayed early warnings over climate changeÔøº. nationofchange.org Newly discovered documents from the 1970s and early '80s show that Shell knew more about the "greenhouse effect" than it let on in public. (2023-04-04). Duke University's Ploy To Ban Graduate Student Unions. popularresistance.org At colleges and universities across the country, a heated battle is playing out right now over workers' right to organize and have a say over how the institutions they keep afloat with their labor are run. From graduate student-worker unionization efforts and strikes at Temple University, the University of California, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern University, Northeastern University, the University of Chicago, and Indiana University, to faculty strikes (and near-strikes) at the University of Illinois at Chicago, The New School, Howard University, etc., to workers across the higher ed sector str… (2023-04-04). University Of Michigan Seeks Court Injunction To Stop Grad Student Strike. popularresistance.org Graduate student-workers at the University of Michigan are on strike for the second time in three years, officially hitting the picket line this week. Speaking to The Michigan Daily, Amir Fleischmann, chair of the Graduate Employees Organization (GEO) Contracts Committee, said, "Grad workers are very frustrated. They're struggling to pay rent. They're struggling to afford childcare. They lack access to gender-affirming care. And I think we're saying enough is enough. The University needs to give us a fair contract now." On top of that, the University of Michigan administration is once again seeking to weaponize t… (2023-04-04). Uganda's draconian new anti-LGBTQ law includes life in prison and the death penalty. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). The Tragic U.S. Choice to Prioritize War Over Peacemaking. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Taking down Instagram: Instagram users have IQ of less than 100, says Twitter CEO Elon Musk. firstpost.com (2023-04-04). What's the problem with pensions? mronline.org (2023-04-04). The Banking Crisis Gets Worse! $1.7 Trillion in Unrealized Losses Loom as U.S. Banks Rapidly Bleed Deposits. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Sunday 4/30: Voices of Palestinian Resistance: Commemorating 75 Years of Nakba. indybay.org Sydney Goldstein Theater, San Francisco (near Civic Center BART)… (2023-04-04). Trump Campaign Uses Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories to Fundraise Off Indictment. truthout.org Donald Trump and his campaign are leveraging misinformation and anti-Jewish conspiracy theories to turn the media circus around the former president's indictment in New York into a cash cow. The indictment stems from hush money allegedly paid to porn icon and sex work activist Stormy Daniels and potentially one other woman. At an arraignment in Manhattan on Tuesday, a judge announced that Trump… | (2023-04-04). The Heat: Trump Faces Charges in New York. america.cgtn.com (2023-04-04). Netanyahu's Power Grab Shatters Myth Of A United, Democratic Israel. popularresistance.org A few observations on things surrounding the issue of Israel. For reasons that are hard to understand at this point, the rapprochement between Iran and Saudi Arabia has had very little mention in the Israeli press. Considering its importance and potential impact on the region, it is difficult to see how Israel is hardly moved by this development. There was an expectation that Saudi Arabia would normalize relations with Israel. However, now the kingdom not only has not done so, but they are also building bridges with Iran, Israel's biggest nemesis. It is a slap in the face of the U.S. and Israel and may soon be se… (2023-04-04). Psychotronic and Electromagnetic Weapons: Remote Control of the Human Nervous System. globalresearch.ca Note to readers: please click the share buttons above | This incisive article by Mojmir Babajek predicted more than 10 years ago, what is happening today, namely the development of informational weapons and the remote control of the human brain. | It … (2023-04-04). Report Back on Community Self-Defense Action in Sainte-Catherine. itsgoingdown.org Report on recent community mobilization in defense of a drag event in so-called Montreal. Originally posted to Montreal Antifascists. The drag artist Barbada de Barbades was invited by the municipality of Sainte-Catherine, on Montréal's south shore, to host a drag queen story hour on April 2, 2023, for twenty interested families from the area, the… (2023-04-04). Uruguay — El gobierno de los escándalos de Luis Lacalle. globalizacion.ca A esta altura del gobierno derechista liderado por Luis Lacalle, el adjetivo que mejor lo describe es "escandaloso". Por donde se lo mire y cada vez en mayor cantidad y magnitud se destapan situaciones que revisten gravedad. Mucho se debate,… (2023-04-04). NYU drops bogus charges against graduate student worker. electronicintifada.net Naye Idriss, who was charged with vandalism and bigotry for writing on binned Israeli mail bag, is rehired with back pay. (2023-04-04). Why I Pay Little Attention To Explosions And Military Porn. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Yesterday, one of our friends, Andrew, provided a link to a wonderful discussion between Col. Macgregor and LTC. Shaffer: (2023-04-04). The Coming Doom Loop: Near Insolvency of US banks. The Economy is Falling into a "Debt Trap" globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Youth Near Al-Aqsa Mosque on 2nd Friday of Ramadan. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). 'Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict'—book bridges divide between Marxists and Christians. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Peruvian Legislators Present Impeachment Motion Against Boluarte. popularresistance.org On Thursday March 30, Peruvian legislators from the parliamentary benches of progressive Free Peru, Democratic Peru and Democratic Change-Together for Peru political parties presented in Congress a vacancy motion against the de-facto President Dina Boluarte for "permanent moral incapacity" to continue in office. | The left-wing legislators condemned Boluarte for unleashing brutal police and military repression against peaceful protesters during the past four months of protests against her government. The legislators pointed out that at least 49 protesters have been killed in these months at the hands of public se… (2023-04-04). Israeli cabinet approves controversial plan for a new security force. peoplesdispatch.org The approval comes even as existing Israeli security forces continue their killing spree against Palestinians with two more killed in the occupied territories over the weekend… (2023-04-04). UN Human Rights Council condemns impact of unilateral sanctions. peoplesdispatch.org (2023-04-04). Revival of Iran-Saudi Arabia ties may have an impact on the wider West Asian region. therealnews.com (2023-04-04). Environmental Modification Techniques (ENMOD) and the Turkey-Syria Earthquake: An Expert Investigation is Required. globalresearch.ca The media categorized the initial earthquake (February 6, 2023) "as the most powerful in the region in at least a century". That is an understatement. In regards to Southern Anatolia, it is the largest earthquake in more than seven centuries. (2023-04-04). American Recurring Banking and Financial Crises: The Historical and Regulatory Context. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Lying about Lying: Why We Must Revisit the Definition of 'Fake News'. mintpressnews.com The phrase 'fake news' continues to be deployed routinely in US politics. In a polarized political atmosphere, both Republicans and Democrats distrust media organizations affiliated with opposing parties. This means that most of what is uttered or written by CNN is 'fake news' for Republicans, and much of what appears in Republicans-affiliated media is 'fake news' for Democrats. | The phrase is now so prevalent and has multiple meanings to the point that it is impossible to agree on a common definition. Even 'fact checking' organizations or news desks contribute to the troubling phenomenon of 'fake news' by selec… (2023-04-04). To Protect Trans Youth, We Must Organize Ourselves. popularresistance.org To the organizers of yesterday's march, and to trans youth everywhere: thank you for fighting. No one should have to fight for their very existence, but your example reminds us that there is a joyous, expansive range of human experience that capitalism tries to erase and forget. Your example shows us that there is beauty to be found everywhere and in every moment of the struggle for a better world. We find in your combative example the spirit of the world we will build—free of every oppression. | We also thank our trans and queer elders. It's an incredible thing to have lived in a world so pitted against yo… (2023-04-04). The RESTRICT Act Restricts More Than TikTok. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Azeri president awarded "Karabakh" medal to CEO of world's deadliest drone company. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com And son-in-law of Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan, president of one nation, two state Turco-Azeristan. ==== Daily SabahApril 3, 2023 Baykar head Bayraktar meets Azerbaijan's Aliyev, awarded medal The Azerbaijani president on Monday received the head and chief technology officer (CTO) of Turkish defense company Baykar in the capital Baku. In a statement, the Azerbaijani presidency said … (2023-04-04). Envoy summoned: Azerbaijan steps up diplomatic (for now) warfare against Iran. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Trend News AgencyApril 3, 2023 Azerbaijani MFA sends response note to Iranian side The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry has sent a response note to the Iranian side, Spokesperson for the ministry Aykhan Hajizada said…. Hajizada made the remark commenting on…Iran sen[ding] a note to the ministry to take appropriate measures to prevent anti-Iranian publications and articles … (2023-04-04). NATO. 1999: 16 members. 2023: 31…32 members. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Finland joins NATO as 31st Ally Finland became NATO's newest member today (4 April 2023), upon depositing its instrument of accession to the North Atlantic Treaty with the United States at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. NATO Allies signed Finland's Accession Protocol on 5 July 2022, after which all 30 national parliaments voted … (2023-04-04). NATO upgrades new command structure in nations bordering Ukraine. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Force Integration Unit HungaryApril 4, 2023 NATO Force Integration Hungary sums up over six years under Multinational Corps Northeast [T]he handover of one NATO military organization between different higher commands is a significant event that requires careful planning and execution. On March 31, 2023, following more than six years of exercising its command function … (2023-04-04). Second front: Georgia being prodded into war with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com B92April 4, 2023 Opening a second front? Georgia is under great pressure: pushed into war with Russia Russia's intelligence chief claims the West is pushing Georgia, which borders Russia, into conflict with Moscow. According to Sergey Naryshkin, the West is doing this in order to open a second front because the war in Ukraine "is … (2023-04-04). Top NATO military headquarters inducts 31st member state. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOSupreme Headquarters Allied Powers EuropeApril 4, 2023 SHAPE welcomes its newest member — The Republic of Finland MONS, Belgium — Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) welcomed NATO's newest member, the Republic of Finland, during a ceremonial flag raising on Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2023. The event to recognise Finland as the 31st nation to join … (2023-04-04). Ukraine's FM in two-day visit at NATO HQ to plan "path to Euro-Atlantic integration" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOApril 4, 2023 Secretary General welcomes Foreign Minister of Ukraine to NATO NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to NATO Headquarters on Tuesday (4 April 2023), at the start of the two-day meeting of Allied Foreign Ministers. The Secretary General [said] that today's meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Commission will address … (2023-04-04). Video: Congenitally tongue-tied Blinken, Stoltenberg press-gang latest NATO satrap. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Finland officially joins Nato: As it happened VIDEO… (2023-04-04). Has The Ukraine War Allowed A Western Counter To China's Belt and Road Initiative? thelastamericanvagabond.com Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative has catapulted China into the position of a worldwide superpower, since its inception. Whilst Washington has for years scrambled to find an answer, how has the Ukraine war affected the ability of the US and its allies to combat China's rising power? Since February 24, 2022, when Russia declared its (2023-04-04). Blockbuster exposé confirms H.G. Wells' truism that "human history" is "a race between education and catastrophe."Ôøº. nationofchange.org Gayle Greene's "Immeasurable Outcomes" presents an impassioned manifesto to revive quality, democratic education that redeems college teaching and re-seeds enlightened, disaster-averting voters. (2023-04-04). Playing "Fool's Mate" on the Grand Eurasian Chessboard. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). The Third Issue of the Public Diplomacy Journal under the Brand of the Meeting Russia Program. russiancouncil.ru The Public Initiative "Creative Diplomacy" presents the third issue of their Public Diplomacy Journal for Young Leaders "Meeting Russia" (2023-04-04). Silence As Ukraine/Israel Continue To Kill Abroad, Vinyl Chloride In Woman's Urine & The MAGA Trap. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4//23/23). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth (2023-04-04). The Buy Nothing Movement Is Restitching Our Social Fabric. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Fresh out of an abusive relationship, Andrea O'Reilly was ready to give her twin boys a new life. But facing a cost of living crisis atop a personal crisis, the prospect of buying the basics they would need — clothes, bottles, bouncers, a changing table, a baby monitor, car seats, strollers and more — was daunting. | That's when the Philadelphia mom decided to try her neighborhood Buy Nothing group, where hundreds of locals gave away and exchanged items for free. "I went to the Buy Nothing [Facebook] page and the compassion and generosity of everyone was amazing," says O'R… (2023-04-04). Following murder of Dr. King: Lessons of the April 1968 Black rebellions. workers.org (2023-04-04). Introducing the Republican 'Billionaires Pay Zero Tax' Act. inequality.org (2023-04-04). Wall Street bonuses decline but still dwarf worker pay increases since 2008 crashÔøº. nationofchange.org Since 2008, growth in the average Wall Street bonus has far outstripped wage growth for ordinary U.S. workers. (2023-04-04). The Rise of Inequality and Cronyism in Western Nations. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Emissions From Offshore Drilling in Gulf of Mexico Are Double Official Estimates. truthout.org Offshore oil and gas operations in the Gulf of Mexico are releasing far higher quantities of a potent greenhouse gas than regulators have estimated, according to a new study published Monday. The analysis reveals that the climate change impact of these activities is more than double what official estimates suggest. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences… | (2023-04-04). Filings Reveal Amazon Spent Over $14 Million To Bust Union In 2022 Alone. popularresistance.org As Amazon Labor Union's groundbreaking labor movement gained momentum — and, in some ways, faltered — in 2022, Amazon was busy shelling out millions of dollars to anti-union consultants in order to ensure that the union movement would fail, new filings show. | As first reported by HuffPost, new financial disclosures filed on Friday with the Department of Labor show that Amazon spent $14.2 million on anti-union consultants. These consultants are hired by companies seeking to bust union efforts, advising them on ways to skirt or violate federal laws in order to crush labor organizing. (2023-04-04). "Corporations Are Not People": Jayapal Files Bill to Reverse "Citizens United" truthout.org Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) has introduced a bill that would end corporate personhood with the goal of reversing Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the infamous Supreme Court decision that has unleashed a flood of corporate "dark money" into the U.S. election system, threatening to undermine democracy altogether. The We the People Amendment, introduced in the House with 26… | (2023-04-04). Report: Iowa GOP's Child Labor Bill Was Spearheaded by Restaurant Lobbyists. truthout.org Lobbyists and the restaurant industry are the driving force behind a proposed child labor bill that Republicans are pushing through the Iowa legislature, a new investigation has revealed, as the GOP wages an extremist push to loosen child labor regulations across the country. According to an investigation by More Perfect Union, the extremely powerful restaurant industry group the National… | (2023-04-04). Republicans Parroted Oil Lobbyist Talking Points Verbatim in Energy Bill Debate. truthout.org Last week, House Republicans passed a sweeping energy bill containing so many pro-fossil fuel provisions that climate advocates and progressives noted it may as well have been written by the industry itself — and, as a new report reveals, Republicans parroted talking points lifted verbatim from industry lobbyists as they argued for the bill. "Energy security is national security." That's a quote… | (2023-04-04). Japanese youth oppose government's military buildup in conjunction with U.S.' anti-China campaign. peoplesworld.org (2023-04-04). Douglass Mackey Verdict Sinks 'Shitposting' Defense. splcenter.org Following four days of deliberation, a jury handed radical-right activist Douglass Mackey a guilty verdict on Friday, March 31, asserting that he interfered with the 2016 election through his infamous "Ricky Vaughn" pseudonym. (2023-04-04). 45% of Americans Support Trump Indictment, New Poll Finds. sputniknews.com A new poll by the American news outlet ABC News and Ipsos suggested that while 45% of Americans approve of Trump's indictment, a higher percentage believe the Manhattan District Attorney's indictment of the former president is politically motivated. (2023-04-04). Australia to Ban Use of TikTok Application on All Government Devices. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus said on Tuesday that Australia will ban Chinese video-sharing app TikTok on government electronic devices, following similar measures undertaken by western countries over security concerns. (2023-04-04). Brussels to Host NATO Foreign Ministers' Meeting From April 4-5. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The North Atlantic Council's meeting at the level of foreign ministers will take place from April 4-5 at the alliance's headquarters in Brussels under the chairmanship of NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. (2023-04-04). EU Commission Chief Says China Can Play 'Constructive' Role in Ukraine Peace Settlement. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told media on Tuesday that China could influence Russia "in a constructive way" and therefore should contribute to the peaceful settlement of the Ukraine conflict. (2023-04-04). Everything You Need to Know About Trump's Arraignment. sputniknews.com Late last month, a grand jury in Manhattan voted to indict former President Donald Trump on charges related to his alleged involvement in a hush money payment and subsequent cover-up involving a purported affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels. (2023-04-04). France Facing Lack of Essential Medicines. sputniknews.com PARIS (Sputnik) – France is facing a shortage of a number of essential medicines, with the government planning to finalize a list of drugs required to be available in all pharmacies by May, French Minister of Health and Prevention Francois Braun said on Monday. (2023-04-04). Hotel Prices in Türkiye Up More Than 70% Over Past Year. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The cost of staying in Türkiye's hotels, as well as prices in cafes and restaurants, rose by 70.73% year-on-year, the data of the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK) showed on Monday. (2023-04-04). Montenegro's Ex-Economy Minister Milatovic Wins Presidency. sputniknews.com BELGRADE (Sputnik) – Former Montenegrin Economy Minister Jakov Milatovic has won the presidential election in Montenegro, following the second round of voting, according to the data from the State Election Commission (SEC). (2023-04-04). Nearly 1 in 6 People Suffer From Infertility Worldwide: WHO. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – About 17.5% of the global adult population, or nearly one in six people, suffer from infertility due to lack of effective and affordable treatment, a fresh report by the World Health Organization (WHO) showed on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). One Chinese Shipyard Now Out Produces Entire US Shipbuilding Industry, US General Says. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – China has so much more industrial shipbuilding capacity than the United States that a single one of its large shipyards already produces more ships in a year than every active shipyard in the United States combined, US Marine Corps Combatant Development Command Chief Brig. Gen. Mark Clingan said. (2023-04-04). One Killed, 30 Injured After Train Derailed in Netherlands – Video. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One person was killed and 30 others were injured after a passenger train derailed in the Netherlands, media reported on Tuesday, citing Dutch emergency services. (2023-04-04). Video: One Killed, 30 Injured After Train Derails in Netherlands. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One person was killed and 30 others were injured after a passenger train derailed in the Netherlands, media reported on Tuesday, citing Dutch emergency services. (2023-04-04). One of Daesh Leaders Responsible for Planning Attacks in Europe Eliminated in Syria: CENTCOM. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One of the Daesh* leaders responsible for plotting attacks in Europe has been killed in a unilateral strike by the US in Syria, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Plans to Return Heavy Tanks Into US Land Combat Forces Could Backfire, US Marine Corps General Warns. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Efforts to reintroduce heavy US armored tank forces into land battles could backfire because of advances in missile, artillery, drones and targeting technology and increase the risk of mission failure and defeat instead, Brigadier General Mark Clingan told a Washington conference. (2023-04-04). Plans to Return Heavy Tanks Into US Land Combat Forces Could Backfire. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – "Everyone is building new systems to kill armored [formations] at a distance," Hammes said. (2023-04-04). Russian Cosmonaut Says Political Situation Not Affected Crew's Work Aboard ISS. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The current political landscape has not affected the interaction of the International Space Station's (ISS) crew, Russian cosmonaut Anna Kikina has told Sputnik. (2023-04-04). Russian, Syrian, Turkish, Iranian Deputy Foreign Ministers to Hold Talks in Moscow. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russian, Syrian, Turkish and Iranian deputy foreign ministers will hold talks in Moscow on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Two Civilians Killed in Israeli Missile Attack on Syria. sputniknews.com CAIRO (Sputnik) – Two civilians have been killed as a result of an Israeli missile attack on the outskirts of Damascus and southern Syria, the Syrian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Teacher Shot by Six-Year-Old Pupil Sues School for $40Mln, Reports Say. sputniknews.com In January, Abby Zwerner, a 25-year-old teacher at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, the fifth-most populous city in the state of Virginia, was shot by a six-year-old boy who was one of her pupils. (2023-04-04). Top Researcher Suspended From Spanish University for Work With Russian, Saudi Colleagues. sputniknews.com One of the world's most prolific scientists has been suspended without pay for 13 years over his affiliations with Russian and Saudi Arabian research institutions, according to Spanish media. (2023-04-04). Trump Says He Will Be Indicted on 33 Counts on Tuesday. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Ex-US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he will be indicted on 33 counts in a New York court on Tuesday. (2023-04-04). Trump's Attorney Hopes Ex-President's Appearance at NY Court Done in 'Efficient' Way. sputniknews.com NEW YORK (Sputnik), Lenka White – Trump's legal team hopes that his appearance at a New York court is done in an efficient and standard way and will conclude within half an hour, his attorney Joe Tacopina told Sputnik. (2023-04-04). UK's Virgin Orbit Files for Bankruptcy Due to Lack of Funding. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – UK businessman Richard Branson's space company Virgin Orbit said on Tuesday that it and its US subsidiaries had filed for bankruptcy in the US court with a view to selling the business due to lack of needed funding. (2023-04-04). US Deposit Insurance Corporation Announces Sale of Signature Bank's Loan Portfolio. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has announced its plans to launch the sale of the roughly $60 billion loan portfolio of the collapsed New York-based Signature Bank this summer. (2023-04-04). US Expects Any Future War With China Across Taiwan Strait Would be 'Quick'. sputniknews.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US military planners believe that any future war with China over Taiwan would start, escalate and be concluded very quickly and that it would focus on an intense exchange of missiles across the 100 mile wide Taiwan Strait, former Acting Secretary of the Army John Whitley told a Washington conference. (2023-04-04). Venezuela's Government Condemns Terrorist Attack in St. Petersburg Cafe. sputniknews.com MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) – The Venezuelan authorities on Monday condemned the terrorist attack on a cafe in Russia's St. Petersburg that killed Russian military reporter Vladlen Tatarsky, expressed their condolences to his family and other victims, and said that terrorism in any form is a serious threat to international peace and security. (2023-04-04). Why is Macron Visiting China? sputniknews.com French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, will visit China from April 5 to 7 to meet with the Asian giant's head of state, Xi Jinping, and focus on developing future bilateral relations, as well as ties between China and the EU, and swap views on international and regional issues. (2023-04-04). Who is Petteri Orpo, the Man Set to Be Finland's New PM? sputniknews.com Petteri Orpo, the winner of the Finnish election, is a fiscal conservative, who has promised to cut unemployment benefits and other welfare programs. He also ran on the pledge to reduce the public debt, allow tax cuts and boost economic growth. (2023-04-04). Esta tarde en la Mesa Redonda: Acto central por el 4 de abril. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu La Mesa Redonda retransmitirá el acto central por el 4 de abril en saludo de los aniversarios 61 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas y 62 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí. En el acto, la UJC convocó al 12mo. Congreso de la organización juvenil. (2023-04-04). La saliva, una "chivata" de lo que sucede en nuestro cuerpo. cubadebate.cu Detectar algunas enfermedades, saber si una mujer está embarazada y si es de riesgo, o medir si hay dopaje o consumo de drogas, son algunas de las cosas que se pueden detectar a través de la saliva. Podría decirse que la saliva vive pluriempleada. En este trabajo les contamos de sus ocho trabajos o funciones principales en el cuerpo humano. (2023-04-04). Vale la pena… volver a escuchar: El relevo (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Ley de la vida! El relevo es su continuidad. Sin relevo habrá perpetuación quizás del pasado, pero no habrá futuro. El relevo toca a la puerta y dice: Aquí estoy. Y hay que no solo dejarlo entrar, sino también darle las llaves de la casa. (2023-04-04). Brasil suspende de la selección de voleibol a Wallace de Souza por incitar a disparar a Lula. cubadebate.cu El jugador de voleibol Wallace de Souza no podrá jugar con la selección de Brasil durante un año por haber preguntado a sus seguidores en las redes sociales si dispararían en la cara al presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, según decidió este lunes el Comité Olímpico Brasileño (COB). (2023-04-04). Tuneros y villaclareños lideran la SNB 62. cubadebate.cu Feroz ofensiva de 17 jits sirvió a los Leñadores tuneros para vencer hoy por nocaut de 15×5 a Artemisa. Eso, unido al fracaso de Villa Clara, dejó a ambos equipos en la cima de la 62 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, que inició sus segundas subseries particulares. (2023-04-04). Acusada del atentado que mató a corresponsal de guerra ruso en San Petersburgo recibe sentencia. cubadebate.cu Daria Trépova, sospechosa principal del atentado en San Petersburgo que acabó con la vida del corresponsal de guerra Vladlén Tatarski, fue acusada formalmente de cometer un ataque terrorista en San Petersburgo. Durante el interrogatorio, tras su detención, la acusada admitió ante las cámaras haber entregado la estatuilla que explotó. (2023-04-04). Balance del Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios: Control de precios al centro del debate. cubadebate.cu Las palabras de orden en el tema de la política de precios debe ser enfrentamiento y exigencia aseguró Meisi Bolaños Weiss, ministra de Finanzas y Precios en el balance anual de este ministerio. (2023-04-04). Feria Comercial EXPOHOLGUÂN 2023 apuesta por alianzas entre la economía local y empresariado foráneo. cubadebate.cu La XVI Feria EXPOHOLGUÂN 2023 quedó inaugurada en la mañana de este 4 de abril, encuentro concebido "Para que Cuba crezca", como reza su eslogan, a partir del establecimiento de alianzas entre los actores de la economía local y el entramado empresarial foráneo, así como la promoción de la cartera de oportunidades y rubros exportables de la provincia anfitriona. (2023-04-04). Finlandia se convierte oficialmente en el miembro número 31 de la OTAN. cubadebate.cu Cabe destacar que el país nórdico tiene unos 1300 kilómetros de frontera con Rusia, lo que significa que la frontera de la OTAN con el país euroasiático pasará casi a duplicarse. En este sentido, la medida podría aumentar aún más las tensiones entre Moscú y la Alianza. (2023-04-04). Hombres con flores: Moník Molinet deconstruye Masculinidades en Fábrica de Arte Cubano. cubadebate.cu Una invitación a cuestionar la construcción hegemónica de las masculinidades es la exposición que propone la fotógrafa cubana Monik Molinet, y que llegará este jueves 6 de abril a la Fábrica de Arte Cubano. Esta propuesta artística es un llamado a cambiar, desde el arte, la concepción de las masculinidades, y colocar nuevamente en el debate la violencia de género. (2023-04-04). Pagos electrónicos de la electricidad detenidos por avería en servidores, informa la UNE. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica informa a la población que en estos momentos los pagos electrónicos de la electricidad se encuentran detenidos debido a una avería existente en sus servidores. (2023-04-04). Presidente de Credit Suisse se disculpa ante accionistas por caída del banco suizo ante la crisis. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Credit Suisse, Axel Lehmann, se disculpó este martes ante sus accionistas por no haber podido contener la crisis que condujo a la caída del banco suizo, en medio de los lamentos y las lágrimas de los inversores que perdieron su dinero. (2023-04-04). Reportan que Trump será puesto bajo arresto y enfrentará 34 cargos. cubadebate.cu El exmandatario ya ha reaccionado a estos reportes, asegurando que se trata de una "filtración ilegal". Está previsto que el expresidente comparezca este 4 de abril ante un tribunal de Manhattan para la lectura de los cargos en su contra. (2023-04-04). Tras más de 50 años en cautiverio, la orca "Lolita" volverá a ser libre (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Lolita, la orca más anciana en cautiverio, fue sacada de su hogar en el noroeste del Pacífico cuando tenía sólo cuatro años; ahora, más de 50 años después, se está preparando para finalmente ser liberada en sus aguas nativas. Toda su vida la ha pasado siendo una atracción de acuario en Estados Unidos. (2023-04-04). Juan González on Chicago Mayoral Race: Can a Progressive, Multiracial Coalition Win? democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Debate: Will Finland's Addition to NATO Make Direct Conflict with Russia More Likely? democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Headlines for April 4, 2023. democracynow.org Donald Trump Prepares to Surrender to New York Court to Face 34 Felony Counts, Philippines Announces Locations of Four New U.S. Military Bases, Syria Says 2 Civilians Killed in Israeli Missile Attacks on Damascus , Jailed U.S. Journalist Evan Gershkovich Appeals Arrest on Spying Charges in Russia , 11 Arrested at Pro-Choice Protest as Florida Senate Approves Six-Week Abortion Ban, Nashville Students Walk Out of Classes to Demand Gun Controls, Tennessee GOP Moves to Expel 3 House Democrats Who Joined Peaceful Anti-Gun Protests, Virginia Medical Examiner: Irvo Otieno Died by Homicide Due to Asphyxiation , Justice D… (2023-04-04). History in the Making: David Cay Johnston on Why Trump's Arraignment May Renew American Democracy. democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Ari Berman on the Race That Could Decide the Fate of Democracy in Wisconsin — and the 2024 Election. democracynow.org (2023-04-04). Pyongyang Criticizes Reckless Actions of 'War Maniacs' for Military Provocations on Korean Peninsula. orinocotribune.com (2023-04-04). Venezuela Rejects Politicization of Human Rights by ICC Prosecutor Khan. orinocotribune.com Through an official statement on Monday, Venezuela condemned the most recent comments by International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Ahmad Khan, in which he joined a campaign to politicize the issue of human rights to the country's detriment. | "Venezuela rejects accusations by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Ahmad Khan. [These remarks] demonstrate a prejudiced vision that instrumentalizes justice and human rights for political purposes, to the detriment of the seriousness and rigor expected of that body," Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil wrote on social media. | "Once again,… (2023-04-04). Cover-up suspected in Israeli police killing of Palestinian in Jerusalem. electronicintifada.net Occupation forces killed three Palestinians in the first days of April. (2023-04-04). 19% of promised Western tanks supplied to Ukraine — statistics. tass.com Tanks are also planned to be supplied by the US, Canada, Spain, Sweden and Finland… (2023-04-04). US reaffirms desire to extend conflict by giving more aid to Ukraine — Russian embassy. tass.com It is noted that all Western military-purpose products "will be destroyed on the battlefield" (2023-04-04). Geneva discussions on security in South Caucasus resumed after 6-month break. tass.com "We exchanged views on the necessity of the continuation of the Geneva process and the return to the regular rounds of discussions as an important factor of stability and security in the region," the South Ossetian foreign ministry said on Tuesday… (2023-04-04). Dollar, euro mixed as trading session kicks off. tass.com The yuan moved up by 1.4 kopecks to 11.44 rubles… (2023-04-04). Russia's Deputy PM to visit Vietnam on April 5-7 — web portal. tass.com The delegation headed by the deputy prime minister will visit the Russian display at the Vietnam EXPO 2023 exhibition… (2023-04-04). MOEX index rises by 0.3%, RTS index falls by 0.54%. tass.com The dollar rose by 0.78% to 79.52 rubles, the euro – by 0.88% to 86.81 rubles… (2023-04-04). Belarusian industrial exports to Russia rises 1.5-fold over 2 months. tass.com Deputy Prime Minister of Belarus Piotr Parkhomchik said that Belarusian industrial products are also in demand in Asia and Africa… (2023-04-04). Number of people seeking medical aid after St. Petersburg cafe blast surpasses 40. tass.com It is noted that there are 42 people, including three minors, sought medical aid… (2023-04-04). US does not want truth about Nord Streams sabotage to become public — Russian embassy. tass.com On September 27 last year, Nord Stream AG reported "unprecedented damage" that took place on three lines of Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines… (2023-04-04). Russia already developing measures reacting to Finland joining NATO — senior diplomat. tass.com Alexander Grushko stressed that any general staff in charge would consider the possibilities of implementing various development scenarios… (2023-04-04). Finland's role on global stage to diminish over accession to NATO — Russian envoy. tass.com In May 2022, Helsinki and Stockholm submitted their applications to join the US-led military bloc but the process was blocked by Turkey who demanded that the two countries designate Kurdish organizations as terrorist groups, extradite those suspected of terrorism or being involved in the 2016 coup d'etat to Ankara, and lift bans on weapons supplies to Turkey… (2023-04-04). Poland raises risk of standoff with Russia by seeking more active NATO role — diplomat. tass.com It is reported that if Poland really aspires to strengthen peace and security, then the most direct path to it, as far as nuclear weapons are concerned, is first of all, NATO's rejection of the practice of nuclear missions… (2023-04-04). Rally against arms shipments to Ukraine begins near NATO headquarters for first time. tass.com "This rally was initiated by the SOS Donbass association, which manages the #StopKillingDonbass movement. The goal of our movement is to stop the armament of Ukraine and to call for a dialogue with Moscow," SOS Donbass leader Anna Novikova told TASS… (2023-04-04). Suspension of New START opens door for Russia to ensure its own security — diplomat. tass.com On February 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia was suspending its participation in the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) but is not withdrawing from it… (2023-04-04). Broadcast of UNSC meeting on evacuation of children from Ukraine blocked by UK. tass.com According to Dmitry Polyansky, First Deputy Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN, Russian diplomats "will find a way to broadcast this meeting on other platforms" (2023-04-04). Claims of Russia's 'dependence' on China seek to drive wedge between two states — Lavrov. tass.com Russian Foreign Minister pointed out that no Western experts tried to scare Russia with its dependence on the EU at the time of Russia's peak energy export to Europe… (2023-04-04). Kiev, Western puppeteers do everything to prolong conflict, Lavrov says. tass.com Commenting on peace plan for Ukraine, proposed by China, Russian Foreign Minister noted that it is consonant for key Russian approaches… (2023-04-04). Russia, China ready to defend each other's interests — Lavrov. tass.com "The Chinese leader's visit had a strong international impact, literally dominating the global information agenda," Russian Foreign Minister noted… (2023-04-04). Lavrov says Russia can help African states ensure their national security. tass.com According to Lavrov, African states are interested in Russia's participation in training their professional personnel… (2023-04-04). National currencies account for greater portion in payments between Russia, China — Lavrov. tass.com China is the main trade partner of Russia for thirteen years in succession, the Russian top diplomat said… (2023-04-04). Russian field hospital receiving thousands of patients — press service. tass.com More than a thousand among them underwent treatment in the in-patient facility of the field multipurpose hospital… (2023-04-04). EU unfriendly to Russia, Lavrov says. tass.com The Russian side made necessary conclusions from this situation, the minister stressed… (2023-04-04). West not ready to constructive dialog with Russia — Lavrov. tass.com Russia remains open for cooperation on an equal basis and with Russian interests addressed "for the purpose of normalizing the situation in Europe and the Euro-Atlantic region and long-term lowering of nuclear risks," the Minister noted… (2023-04-04). Russia ready to meeting between Lavrov, Blinken in UN headquarters — diplomat. tass.com The Russian side has never "run away from whatever meetings with those people who want these meetings," Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya noted… (2023-04-04). Critical infrastructure development in Africa in agenda of forthcoming summit — Lavrov. tass.com Russia is viewing the St Petersburg Summit as "a systemic element of Russia-Africa cooperation," the Minister said… (2023-04-04). US attempting to disrupt Russia – Africa summit — Lavrov. tass.com "Indeed, the United States and its allies are doing all they can to isolate Russia internationally," the Russian top diplomat said… (2023-04-04). Veto right impairment ideas unacceptable — Russian diplomat. tass.com "Any thoughts entailing the impairment of prerogatives of current permanent members of the Security Council, including the veto institute, remain unacceptable for us," Adviser to the Russian Permanent Delegation to the UN Dina Gilmutdinova said… (2023-04-04). Share of grain traders leaving Russian market below 15% — expert. tass.com Cargill, Viterra and Louis Dreyfus are the three companies that already halted or intending to halt grain exports from Russia this year… (2023-04-04). OPEC+ to rebalance oil market by further production cuts, experts believe. tass.com "It is fairly reasonable to slash production in order to return prices to an optimal investment corridor, as Russia has already done" expert of InfoTEK analytical center Alexander Frolov said… (2023-04-04). Killed military blogger Vladlen Tatarsky to be buried in Moscow April 8. tass.com The National Anti-Terrorist Committee has said that Ukraine's secret services had masterminded the attack… (2023-04-04). Ex-US President Donald Trump under arrest — CNN. tass.com It is expected that Trump will be able to leave the courthouse freely after the hearing… (2023-04-04). Russian commissioner asks CE, UN to stop eviction of UOC monks from Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. tass.com It is reported that there is the demand to do everything possible to prevent the eviction of Ukrainian Orthodox Church monks from the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra… (2023-04-04). World's governing wrestling body clears Russian athletes for int'l tournaments. tass.com President of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) Stanislav Pozdnyakov called these recommendations absolutely unacceptable as they would lead to a split in Russian sports… (2023-04-04). Germany may bid to host 2036 Summer Olympic Games — daily. tass.com Germany hosted Summer Olympic Games twice – in 1936 (Berlin) and in 1972 (Munich)… (2023-04-04). Trump arrives in New York before court appearance. tass.com Ex-US President silently went to the building after the arrival… (2023-04-04). Venezuela supports OPEC+ decision on oil production cuts — minister. tass.com On April 2, several OPEC + countries announced the voluntary oil production cut from May to the end of 2023… (2023-04-04). Explosions heard in Damascus suburbs — SANA news agency. tass.com Attacks targeted the Damascus international airports and the southeastern part of the capital… (2023-04-04). OPEC+ decision implications not as bad as can be thought of — Biden. tass.com On April 2, several OPEC+ participants announced a voluntary oil production cut from May until the end of 2023 to ensure stability of the global energy market… (2023-04-04). Global de-dollarization inevitable, expert says. tass.com The freeze of dollar-denominated assets of the Bank of Russia amid the special military operation in Ukraine was the next step in "converting the dollar into the weapon," observer and geopolitical expert Renaud Girard noted… (2023-04-04). Brazil's rejection of dollar in trade to China to have implication for region — expert. tass.com On March 29, central banks of Brazil and China agreed to create an offshore clearing center… (2023-04-04). OPEC+ decision may lead to oil prices remaining high — Japan's government. tass.com Japanese authorities will continue keeping an eye on developments in the energy market, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said… (2023-04-04). Pentagon announces new aid package for Ukraine worth $2.6 billion. tass.com The aid package will include Patriot air defense system munitions, HIMARS rockets, artillery shells, NASAMS munitions, tank shells and anti-drone gun trucks… (2023-04-04). Planning for meeting between top diplomats of Russia, Turkey, Iran, Syria to continue. tass.com Consultations between the defense ministers of Russia, Syria and Turkey took place in Moscow on December 28, 2022, as part of efforts to normalize relations between Ankara and Damascus… (2023-04-04). Russia to seek transparency in Nord Stream investigations — Deputy Foreign Minister. tass.com On September 27 last year, Nord Stream AG reported "unprecedented damage" that took place on three lines of Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines… (2023-04-04). Inviting Kiev to minister's meeting undermines NATO's solidarity — top Hungarian diplomat. tass.com Peter Szijjarto also said that he plans to warn his NATO counterparts about the need to do everything possible to avoid a direct conflict with Russia… (2023-04-04). Biden not focusing on situation around Trump — White House. tass.com According to Karine Jean-Pierre, the administration was ready for possible disturbances… (2023-04-04). Trump under arrest longer than his defense expected. tass.com This entire time Donald Trump has remained formally arrested… (2023-04-04). Trump leaves attorney's office, heads to court. tass.com He spent almost an hour in the prosecutor's office… (2023-04-04). Trump's arraignment under way in Manhattan court. tass.com The process is closed to the public… (2023-04-04). Trump leaves courtroom after arraignment — TASS correspondent. tass.com Earlier in the day, the ex-president was charged with 34 counts of forgery… (2023-04-04). Implementation of grain deal averted global food crisis — Erdogan. tass.com Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed hope for a just settlement of the Ukrainian crisis… (2023-04-04). Vigencia del ideario y lucha de Martin Luther King. telesurtv.net Martin Luther King fue un incansable luchador contra el racismo y a favor de los derechos sociales de las minorías en EE.UU. (2023-04-04). Argentina rendirá homenaje a los veteranos de las Malvinas. telesurtv.net El homenaje a los Veteranos y Caídos, y a sus familiares, fue iniciado por el presidente Alberto Fernández el pasado 2 de abril de 2022. (2023-04-04). Partido GERB gana por estrecho margen comicios en Bulgaria. telesurtv.net Bulgaria se prepara para duras negociaciones en el parlamento, destinadas a formar alianzas en el recinto legislativo, tras una quinta elección no concluyente. (2023-04-04). Colombia se prepara ante posible erupción del Nevado del Ruiz. telesurtv.net El Servicio Geológico Colombiano (SGC) informó este lunes que registró 5.400 sismos y emisión de cenizas en el volcán Nevado del Ruiz. (2023-04-04). Decenas de muertos tras deslave en República Democrática del Congo. telesurtv.net Se están realizando los esfuerzos de búsqueda de posibles víctimas, por lo que se podría incrementar el número de fallecidos. (2023-04-04). Detienen a 232 personas en El Salvador por delitos sexuales. telesurtv.net Entre los capturados en el operativo identificado como Valentina hay 222 hombres y 10 mujeres. (2023-04-04). Tropas israelíes asesinan a dos jóvenes palestinos en Nablus. telesurtv.net Ahmed Jibril, director de Ambulancias y Emergencias de la Media Luna Roja en Nablus, explicó a la prensa que ambos llegaron con graves heridas a dos hospitales en la urbe, donde fallecieron. (2023-04-04). øCómo las minas terrestres afectan a la infancia?>. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con las Naciones Unidas (ONU), el 90 por ciento de las víctimas de explosivos son civiles, y de ellos, la mitad son niños. (2023-04-04). Argentina homenajea a veteranos de la guerra de las Malvinas. telesurtv.net El acto realizado en el Palacio San Martín, sede de la cancillería, fue encabezado por el ministro de Exteriores de Argentina, Santiago Cafiero. (2023-04-04). Renuncia secretario de Comunicación de la Presidencia ecuatoriana. telesurtv.net Seminario hizo el anuncio mediante un mensaje de agradecimiento en su cuenta de la red social Twitter. (2023-04-04). Anuncian inicio de operaciones aéreas entre Venezuela y Curazao. telesurtv.net Destacaron que esta apertura permitirá impulsar la economía y el intercambio con Curazao. (2023-04-04). Asciende a 40 cifra de muertos por incendio en estación migratoria de México. telesurtv.net Las autoridades mexicanas contabilizan 27 heridos, de los cuales 23 se mantienen hospitalizados. (2023-04-04). Presidentes de Siria y Argelia sostienen intercambio telefónico. telesurtv.net El presidente Al Assad acotó que ambas naciones han mantenido posiciones cercanas en varios temas. (2023-04-04). Nuevo ataque israelí con misiles deja dos muertos en Siria. telesurtv.net La mayor parte del ataque fue interceptado por las antiaéreas sirias, reveló el Ministerio de Información sirio. (2023-04-04). Fuerzas de EE.UU., Corea del Sur y Japón realizan ensayos navales. telesurtv.net El ejercicio se realizará durante el lunes y el mañana martes en aguas al sur de la isla de Jeju, situada frente a la costa suroccidental de Corea del Sur. (2023-04-04). OPEP+ confirma recorte en más de un millón de barriles diarios. telesurtv.net El Comité tomó en consideración la decisión voluntaria de Rusia, Arabia Saudita, Irak, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, Kuwait, Kazajistán, Argelia, Omán y Gabón de reducir adicionalmente su producción. (2023-04-04). Arrestan a sospechosa de perpetrar explosión en San Petersburgo. telesurtv.net Daria Trepova es sospechosa de la autoría del atentado contra el corresponsal de guerra ruso Vladlen Tatarsky. (2023-04-04). Venezuela rechaza reciente declaración del fiscal de la CPI. telesurtv.net En un comunicado emitido por la Cancillería se indicó que Venezuela ratifica que seguirá ejerciendo todas las acciones pertinentes, para divulgar la verdad y defender sus derechos como nación. (2023-04-04). Denuncian el asesinato de líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz, que mencionó que se desconocen más detalles del hecho, señaló que con este homicidio, suman 37 los líderes sociales asesinados en el país en 2023. (2023-04-04). Comisión de Fiscalización inicia trámite de juicio político contra el presidente de Ecuador. telesurtv.net Este proceso se da una vez que la Corte Constitucional emitió un informe de admisibilidad por el presunto delito de peculado. (2023-04-04). ELN reitera disposición de alcanzar cese al fuego bilateral. telesurtv.net El ELN busca avanzar en los diálogos y crear un clima de garantías para la participación de la sociedad y en la formulación de las transformaciones básicas para habilitar un clima de paz. (2023-04-04). Candidato proeuropeo gana presidenciales en Montenegro. telesurtv.net El actual presidente, Milo Djukanovic, y su partido DPS fueron derrotados; pese a haber ganado la primera vuelta. (2023-04-04). Confederación indígena rechaza porte de armas en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Conaie alertó del surgimiento de grupos paramilitares y el asesinato de líderes y defensores de los derechos humanos. (2023-04-04). Egipto y Arabia Saudita profundizan relaciones históricas. telesurtv.net Ambas partes revisaron, además, temas de interés regional y común; así como vías para mejorar la cooperación conjunta. (2023-04-04). Finlandia se convertirá este martes en miembro pleno de la OTAN. telesurtv.net La ceremonia de adhesión de Finlandia coincidirá con el aniversario 74 de la fundación de la OTAN el 4 de abril de 1949. (2023-04-04). Tiroteos dejan tres muertos en barrios de Marsella, Francia. telesurtv.net En lo que va del 2023, los ajustes de cuentas con arma de fuego han provocado 13 muertos en Marsella. (2023-04-04). China y Cuba firman un acuerdo sobre ciberseguridad. telesurtv.net Según los funcionarios, la norma refleja la voluntad de los Gobiernos de ambos países de trabajar por un Internet que sirva para el desarrollo y el bienestar de los pueblos. (2023-04-04). FMI libera 5.400 millones de dólares para Argentina. telesurtv.net El organismo resaltó en un comunicado la necesidad de aplicar un paquete de políticas aún más fuertes para garantizar la estabilidad, enfrentar los retrocesos y asegurar los objetivos del programa. (2023-04-04). Asciende a 69 número de muertos en Perú debido a protestas. telesurtv.net El fin de semana pasado, se desarrolló en la ciudad de Juliaca, en la región de Puno, un congreso de los familiares de las víctimas de la represión en Perú. (2023-04-04). Sismo de magnitud 5.5 en Oaxaca se percibe en Ciudad de México. telesurtv.net La Secretaría de Seguridad Ciudadana declaró que hasta el momento no se reportan afectados, pero fueron atendidos cuatro casos de crisis nerviosa. (2023-04-04). Descubren reliquia de 4.500 años de antigàºedad en China. telesurtv.net La reliquia tiene grabado el patrón del tigre, además posee inscripciones de nubes y pájaros en ambos lados del arma ritual. (2023-04-04). Docentes anuncian nuevos paros por mejora salarial en Reino Unido. telesurtv.net El ente sindical realizó el llamado tras el rechazo de la oferta salarial que incluyó un pago único de 1.000 euros este año y un aumento de 4,3 por ciento el próximo año. (2023-04-04). Bolivia mantiene reducción de casos de Covid-19 por 12 ∞ semana. telesurtv.net En la última semana se detectaron 343 nuevos casos, lo que representa una reducción del 25 por ciento. (2023-04-04). Sismo de magnitud 6.9 sacude la península de Kamchatka, Rusia. telesurtv.net El Servicio Geofísico de Rusia informó que tras el sismo en la bahía de Avacha se han registrado al menos cinco seísmos en la península de Kamchatka. (2023-04-04). Trump Is Heading to Court. Here's What to Expect. latinorebels.com Former President Donald Trump is set to appear in a Manhattan courtroom Tuesday on charges related to falsifying business records in a hush money investigation, the first president ever to be charged with a crime. Here's what to expect. (2023-04-04). How Russian and Iranian Drone Strikes further dehumanize Warfare. juancole.com (2023-04-04). Israel on Fire: A Legal Slippery Slope to National Disintegration. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). FIFA Footballers who 'Died Suddenly' in the year following COVID Vaccine roll-out was 300% higher than the previous 12-Year Average. expose-news.com Extensive research has revealed that deaths of professional football/soccer players due to cardiovascular issues doubled every three months in 2021, with the number of footballers who 'died suddenly' in December 2021 equalling … (2023-04-04). China again renames 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh as part of Southern Tibet, India says ground situation 'won't change'. firstpost.com (2023-04-04). Putin-Xi meeting in the US and European press. uwidata.com The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and China's President Xi Jinping on March 20 has been the most widely reported and commented meeting of the last few months. The meeting was characterized not only by the meeting of the heads of two powerful states, but also by the "personal bond" of the two leaders … (2023-04-04). Thursday 5/18: Inequality and Instability — Peace Based Approach. indybay.org Online event… (2023-04-04). Illuminating Report On Veterans Administration's Staffing Shortages. popularresistance.org Today, the Veterans Healthcare Policy Institute, in association with the American Federation of Government Employees, released a comprehensive report on the urgent struggles of thousands of VA employees, and how they threaten to impede the future of America's best healthcare and benefits systems. | Entitled "Disadvantaging the VA: How VA Staff View Agency Privatization and Other Detrimental Policies," the 74-page report leans on dozens of interviews, hundreds of written comments, and thousands of survey responses, as well as Congressional testimony, federal watchdog reports, and other previous investigations. It… (2023-04-04). Trump's Team Blasts His Lawyer as 'Dumb' 'Loudmouth'. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Macron pone a Francia al borde de una guerra civil. globalizacion.ca La ola de protestas que recorre Francia debido a la reforma a las pensiones que está haciendo el gobierno de Macron, impulsada incluso pasando por encima del Parlamento y en contra de la voluntad de la mayoría de la población… (2023-04-04). Urgent: A Bold, Just, and Effective Program to Address the Developing Country Debt Crisis. fpif.org The developing country debt problem is indeed a crisis of massive proportions. But it can also be an opportunity to remake the global economy. (2023-04-04). Saturday 4/15: What's Home? A Night of Creative Listening Across Differences. indybay.org The 418 Project | 155 S. River St., Santa Cruz… (2023-04-04). Newly elected French CGT union leader rushes to prop up Macron. wsws.org The General Confederation of Labor (CGT) held its 53rd congress last week as the working class mounted a direct political struggle against President Emmanuel Macron. (2023-04-04). Mass drowning of refugees off the coast of Tunisia. wsws.org At least 29 refugees drowned off the Tunisian coast in three boat accidents last week, and another 67 people are missing, according to aid agencies. (2023-04-04). Québec Solidaire: Electoral squabbles and support for NATO's war with Russia. wsws.org Held in an explosive international context, dominated by the escalating conflict in Ukraine and a global resurgence of the class struggle, the QS National Council meeting had nothing to say on these burning issues. (2023-04-04). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Teachers in Bolivia are continuing strikes and protests over begun last month while 5,500 machinists at Spirit AeroSystems in Witchita have voted by a 99.9 percent margin to authorize strike. (2023-04-04). Rifts erupt in Australian ruling class over Voice referendum wording. wsws.org Conflicts over the wording of the constitutional amendment proposed by the Labor government and sections of the indigenous elite have the potential to produce a political crisis. (2023-04-04). Explosion in St. Petersburg café kills pro-Kremlin military blogger, wounds 32. wsws.org The explosion took place amid an ongoing insurgency in Russian-claimed territories and NATO preparations for a Ukrainian counteroffensive in the war against Russia. (2023-04-04). Stellantis cutting hundreds of jobs at Sterling Heights Assembly Plant. wsws.org The company is stepping up its campaign of economic terrorism before this summer's contract talks, provoking widespread anger among workers. (2023-04-04). A social and medical examination of Long COVID as a "mass disabling event": Part 1. wsws.org This review will document what is known about the science and impacts of Long COVID, the lessons that should have been drawn from previous post-viral illnesses, and the refusal of world capitalism to address this massive and ongoing social catastrophe. (2023-04-04). Vote 'No' on the SEIU Los Angeles contract! Education workers must build their own rank-and-file committees to take the struggle into their own hands! wsws.org That this deal has even been brought to a vote is a betrayal of the strike by 65,000 education which shut down the Los Angeles Unified School District for three days. (2023-04-04). WHO says that XBB.1.16 "Arcturus" is the next Omicron variant "to watch" wsws.org A new, more infectious and potentially virulent version of Omicron, XBB.1.16 has spread across 24 countries. In India where the variant has become dominant, cases are accelerating. (2023-04-04). Royal College of Nursing calls police against members. wsws.org Nursing union officials have called in police to help throttle a rank-and-file rebellion against their rotten pay-deal with the Tory government. (2023-04-04). US provided India real-time military intelligence in China border clash. wsws.org Washington is playing an ever more conspicuous and provocative role in the India-China border dispute, which has seen both countries forward deploy tens of thousands of troops, heavy artillery and fighter jets since 2020. (2023-04-04). Free Gershkovich, and stop the vicious persecution of Julian Assange. wsws.org Gershkovich, who was arrested by the Russian government, must be freed, but the campaign by the US and its allies over "press freedom" is characterized by a staggering level of hypocrisy. (2023-04-04). Postal workers at UK's Royal Mail vote to establish rank-and-file committee. wsws.org Postal workers spoke with World Socialist Web Site writers and representatives of post rank-and-file committees in Germany and Australia. (2023-04-04). Sri Lankan trade unions in high-level talks with the IMF. wsws.org The IMF meeting further exposes the transformation of the unions into open agents, not just of the Sri Lankan ruling class, but of international finance capital. (2023-04-04). Taiwan president to meet House speaker on US soil, in latest move against "one-China" policy. wsws.org In a major milestone in the US efforts to end the one-China policy and provoke a war with China over Taiwan, US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced Monday that he would meet with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen this week. (2023-04-04). Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Whistleblower Case Dismissed by Judge. globalresearch.ca (2023-04-04). Planned Parenthood Sues Missouri AG After Being Targeted in Anti-Trans Inquiry. truthout.org On March 31, the Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri filed a lawsuit against the state's attorney general to block his requests to access HIPAA-protected health information regarding the clinic's transgender patients. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey had sent the clinic a civil investigative demand containing over 50 separate requests. In the lawsuit… | (2004-04-23). WATCH: Iran state TV apologises for airing kiss. tribune.com.pk (2004-04-23). Trump faces day in court in historic US first. tribune.com.pk (2004-04-23). Trump arrives at New York courthouse to face criminal charges. tribune.com.pk . ecns.cn A Chinese health brand declared on Monday that it has terminated its cooperation with brand ambassador Zhang Jike after the table tennis superstar was allegedly involved in a scandal.
Part I of a CAM investigation into the origins of the Ukraine War: U.S. and NATO involvement in the February 2014 Coup and Maidan Massacre, and their historical antecedents.
Attacks against Trans women are attacks against the women's movement and the fight for better equality and justice.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is reportedly planning on leveraging this charge, which is a misdemeanor that has exceeded the statute of limitations, into a felony by arguing that the business records were falsified to cover up an illegal donation to Trump's campaign, namely the money from Cohen to pay off Daniels.
By The Xi-Putin Summit (March 22-24) was a strategic summit of two "non-western" super powers. The outcome of the summit will have far-reaching …
Greenfield, Mass. (Special to Informed Comment) — April, the month tax filings are due, prompts us to ponder what our income taxes pay for. Are they used to provide all citizens sufficient resources and public goods for human security and well-being — the core of our national security? How much of our taxes pay …
The U.S. knows from its experience in defeating Germany, Japan, and the "Asian Tigers," that a decisive way to slow a competitor's growth rate is to get it to reduce its level of investment, which is what it is now trying to do to China.
Revised. Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Trump's arraignment today has been widely denounced by the US Right as politically motivated and unprecedented. But high officers of the US government, including former vice presidents Aaron Burr and Spiro Agnew, have had to be arraigned before judges. Moreover, in other countries, such as Israel, Germany, France and …
Update: On Wednesday, Hochul's office 
The warden of Her Majesty's Prison Belmarsh blocked representatives with the press freedom organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF) from visiting WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, despite previously reviewing RSF's request and agreeing to grant access. | Rebecca Vincent, the director of operations and campaigns for RSF, declared, "We followed all rules this morning. We were there very early with all required documentation. Without even checking our documentation, we were told that we would not be allowed in." | "The first official that we spoke to said that they had received 'intelligence' t…
As Israelis march en masse against Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial coup, many around the world are questioning why these protests did not materialize in defense of Palestinian land and life. For a special Passover installment of the "Not in Our Name" series, Rabbi Arik Ascherman joins The Marc Steiner Show to talk about the current protest movement in Israel and why democracy there cannot be attained without Palestinian liberation. | 
CLEVELAND—Unions, safety specialists, and—now—the residents of East Palestine, Ohio, have contended that corporate greed drove Norfolk Southern Railway to cut corners on safety inspections and prevention, thus leading to the disastrous Feb. 3 wreck there. But buried deep in the March 31 federal Justice Department filing, for both itself and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, …
A new law in Uganda broadly criminalizing the LGBTI* community has captured global attention. The law includes provisions against "Aggravated Homosexuality" that criminalize the sexual activity of HIV+ people with life in prison or even the death penalty. Other loosely defined activities such as "abetting homosexuality" and "conspiracy to engage in homosexuality" are also criminalized. TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian Alvarez speaks with renowned Ugandan LGBTI activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera to discuss the origins of Uganda's recent turn towards politicized homophobia and transphobia, as well as the co…
( Code Pink ) — In a brilliant Op-Ed published in the New York Times, the Quincy Institute's Trita Parsi explained how China, with help from Iraq, was able to mediate and resolve the deeply-rooted conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia, whereas the United States was in no position to do so after siding with …
The recent massive demonstrations against the Macron administration in France forcing through so-called pension reforms reveals the determined attempts of pro-capitalist governments in all the major economies to cut real wages when we are old and can no longer work.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to surrender in New York. A historic day is about to play out in New York on Tuesday when former U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to turn himself in to authorities. Trump, who was indicted last week, arrived …
Israeli forces have fatally shot a young Palestinian in front of one of the gates to the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the occupied Old City of al-Quds as the occupying regime ramps up violence against Muslim worshipers in the fasting holy month of Ramadan. | The Palestinian media said the young man, identified as Muhammad al-Osibi, was killed on Friday evening near the Chain Gate, one of the entrances to the al-Aqsa Mosque compound. | Eyewitnesses said gunfire was clearly heard from inside the mosque and that the young man was shot dead as he tried to protect a Palestinian girl who was being prevented by troops fro…
Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict provides an important refocusing and reprioritizing of earlier Scriptural studies as seen through the lens of historical materialist analysis. Although containing little original research, authors James Crossley and Robert J. Myles have painstakingly examined many of the mainstream interpretations of the life, teachings, and execution of Jesus. They have …
The resolution presented by Azerbaijan on behalf of Non-Aligned countries noted the impact of sanctions on key rights related to life, health, and freedom from hunger. It was predictably rejected by the US and its allies…
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Following are excerpts from an article published on April 11, 1968, in WW newspaper, by Workers World Party founding Chairperson Sam Marcy, a week after the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., in Memphis, Tennessee, The Rev. Ralph Abernathy, right, and Bishop Julian Smith, left, flank Dr. Martin . . . | 
TOKYO—Shouting in chorus, "No to Japan's possession of enemy base strike capabilities!", "No to a war-fighting Japan!", hundreds of young people marched in a demonstration through Tokyo's famous shopping district of Shinjuku on March 18. This action was called for by an organizing committee consisting of various youth groups, including the Democratic Youth League of …
Chicago residents are voting Tuesday in a mayoral runoff election that has been dominated by issues of public safety, with the two leading candidates coming from different ends of the Democratic Party's political spectrum. Brandon Johnson is an organizer with the Chicago Teachers Union and backed by progressive forces in the city, and Paul Vallas is the former head of Chicago Public Schools who is endorsed by the police union. Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, who lives in Chicago, gives his analysis of the race and why it holds national implications. "It raises the question of 'Can a progress…
Finland is formally joining NATO on Tuesday in a move that doubles the military alliance's border with Russia. Finland and Russia share an 800-mile border. Finland is joining NATO a week after Turkey's parliament voted to ratify the Nordic country's membership. Turkey and Hungary have yet to approve Sweden as a member of NATO, with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan accusing Stockholm of harboring Kurdish dissidents he considers terrorists. Finland and Sweden had applied to join NATO in May 2022, just months after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. For more on NATO's expans…
On the day of Donald Trump's historic arraignment in New York, making him the first former president ever to be criminally charged, we speak with the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Cay Johnston, who has covered Trump for decades. Trump is said to face 34 felony counts for falsifying business records. The case centers in part on hush-money payments Trump made during the 2016 presidential campaign to adult film star Stormy Daniels. After his appearance before a judge in Manhattan, where he is expected to plead not guilty to all charges, Trump will fly back to his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, where h…
A crucial election in Wisconsin on Tuesday will decide the fate of democracy in the state and have major ramifications for the 2024 presidential election, says reporter Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones. At stake is a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a 4-3 conservative majority. Although technically nonpartisan, the election is a showdown between Democratic-backed Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Janet Protasiewicz and Republican-backed former state Supreme Court Justice Daniel Kelly. Berman says the outcome of the race could determine if abortion remain…
By Jordan Richard Schoenherr, Concordia University | — Along with the recent reciprocal drone strikes by Iran and the United States in Syria, Russia continues to unleash its arsenal on Ukrainian civilian and military targets alike. While the Russian armies have started using outdated weapons, novel technologies remain the objects of fascination on the battlefield. …
La OTAN profetizó una Segunda Ofensiva Rusa (SRO) en los talones fangosos de rasputitsa [Primavera]. Luego, cuando se le preguntó, el 13 de febrero, sobre las próximas festividades, el Secretario General Stoltenberg impartió: "ya estamos viendo el comienzo". El SRO…
Iranian state television has issued an apology after broadcasting images of a couple sharing a brief kiss, local media said Friday. | Any display of physical contact between men and women is forbidden on the Islamic republic's official TV networks. | In a Thursday broadcast, the Nasim entertainment channel showed a young couple kissing for a few seconds at a park, as they were passing in front of a hidden camera recording a prank show. | The segment from the show, "The Four Incredibles", went viral on social media. | Also read: Iran says it warned off US Navy aircraft close to Gulf of Oman | The couple is seen…
Donald Trump, the ex-president and frontrunner to be Republican nominee in 2024, will appear in court on Tuesday and is set to be formally charged, finger-printed and have a mug shot taken in a watershed moment ahead of next year's presidential election. | Trump was indicted last week, becoming the first sitting or former president to face criminal charges, over a case involving a 2016 hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. He has said he is innocent and is due to plead not guilty. | Trump will turn himself in on Tuesday amid tight security as demonstrations were expected for and against a man who has… Donald Trump, the former president and front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination, arrived at a Manhattan courthouse to be formally charged on Tuesday in a watershed moment for the United States as his supporters and detractors noisily rallied outside. | Wearing a dark blue suit and red tie, Trump, 76, exhibited little emotion on his face as he waved to a crowd assembled outside the courthouse after he was driven in a motorcade from his New York residence at Trump Tower. | Trump held his fist in the air in a gesture to reporters as he departed Trump Tower. | The first sitting or former US president to fac…
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Could this just be a coincidence that the US has begun conducting airstrikes on Syria right after the announcement of a China brokered peace deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia? Following the announcement of this deal, it was revealed that the Saudis are also in talks with the Syrians to normalise ties. The China factor, […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ 
This week we've got quite a few stories for you. We are bringing you updates about the recent raid and arrests at Gidimt'en Checkpoint, and community defense of queer and trans events in both Vancouver and Montreal. We also provide an explanation of the hardening of the border between the US and Canada, and its… 
Since January, more-or-less weekly mass labor mobilizations have continued against a new law that would increase the retirement age from 62 to 64, even after it was rammed through without a vote on March 16.
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Global warnings over a new terror group. Who are they and what do they want? The emergence of a new militant organization is raising alarm throughout Afghanistan. The Islamic State Khorasan or IS-K has taken responsibility for several deadly attacks across the country since the … The Summit for Democracy had its second forum on March 28-30 this year. The current US administration established the event in the second part of 2021, and it was held for the first time in December of that year. Because the Covid-19 pandemic was still active at the time, this event was held online a […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ In the news in the western hemisphere today, the truth is like the Holy Grail. And like the cup of Christ, it too may be lost forever. Take any information about Russia or China, for instance. Reality is now shifted not only in the halls of power in Washington, London, and Brussels, but in journalism, […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ 
Acabar con el medio ambiente es la forma más rápida de acabar con la distribución del ingreso. (El Tábano Economista) | Europa tenía que conseguir que todos los automovilistas que recorren menos de 80 kilómetros al día los hicieran en modo… There were several significant changes in the situation in the conflict zone in Ukraine during April 4. Most of the…
"Equal and exact justice to all men of whatever state or persuasion." These words are carved into the exterior granite facade of the Manhattan Criminal Court. For the thousands who file by on their way to arraignment court each year, these words bring little by way of assurance. The New York criminal justice system …
The Trade Desk, a Silicon Valley-based media buying platform specializing in real-time automated advertising technology, has defied industry trends and seen its stock grow by 980 percent over the past five years while other ad-related stocks have lost ground. Industry and macroeconomic pressures led to reduced ad spending at large digital advertising companies such as Alphabet's … A virtual meeting will be held to honor Mary Pinotti-Kaessinger, Revolutionary, Disability Justice and Rights Fighter, Labor Organizer — Rest in power! The Disability Justice and Rights Caucus of Workers World Party (DJRC) is hosting its monthly 2nd Sunday Dialogue, April 9 at 7: 00 p.m. EDT, to honor Mary and . . . | It may be recalled that after Japan alarmingly announced in April 2021 its plan to start releasing around 1.3 million metric tons of contaminated wastewater from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, countries in the rest of eastern Asia and the Pacific region protested. Environmental groups and even the Japanese people opposed it.
Christo Grozev of the U.S. government-sponsored Bellingcat endorsed the terror attack that killed a Russian war reporter and injured many others during a public event in St. Petersburg. He also defended Ukraine's attempt to assassinate a Russian philosopher because he was a "propagandist." While the United States pays little regard to the human rights of many of its own citizens, it manifests intense interest in those of countries that it regards as its enemies. On March 23, CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee addressing concerns over the popular social media app's data collection practices and parent company ByteDance's alleged links to the Chinese government. The use of hate and arbitrary power and calculated killings by Hindu nationalists reveal an ominous disregard for democracy, a forewarning of what is to come. For the past 13 weeks, Israel has been rocked with massive demonstrations in the hundreds of thousands, especially in Tel Aviv, targeting the far-right, neofascist government headed by the butcher Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. What prompted the protests was a proposed "reform package" that would curtail the judiciary branch of . . . | As many as one million people have "disappeared" in Iraq over the past 50 years, spanning multiple conflicts, the rule of Saddam Hussein, the U.S.-led military occupation, and the rise of Islamic State militants, according to a United Nations study.
By The latest move by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) promises to be something more. Tlaib Jeremy Loffredo and Max Blumenthal exposes fabrications and contradictions in the US State Department-funded report on which the International Criminal Court based its arrest warrant against the Russian president. | The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of the "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children to a network of camps inside Russia. The warrant was based on a report by the Yale HRL center, which is funded by the US State Department. | US journalist Jeremy Loffredo visited one of Russian government-sponsored camps in question. At The Do… ( Tomdispatch.com ) — Gustavo Petro doesn't just want to transform his own country; he wants to change the world. The new leader of Colombia, who took office last August, is targeting what he calls his nation's "economy of death." That means pivoting away from oil, natural gas, coal, and narcotics toward more sustainable economic … MADISON, Wisc. — In what was perhaps the most consequential state Supreme Court race in U.S. history yesterday the winner was a liberal judge, Janet Protasiewicz, giving progressives their first majority on the court since 2008. Her victory in the race for the key swing seat on the state's Supreme Court will enable the ending … Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Seeing Trump arraigned in New York on Tuesday was satisfying even if the outcome of the trial cannot be foreseen and he has a presumption of innocence. There is obviously evidence that he falsified his business records for the purpose of hiding material facts from the American people in October … This story originally appeared in On July 13, 2022, Juan Carlos Hernández, a gay activist with 
I am not insulting Honduras. I lived in Honduras in 1978 in the "campo" where I worked with campesinos in developing agricultural projects that increased corn and bean production by… Review of Ahmad Shuja Jamal and William Maley, The Decline and Fall of Republican Afghanistan (London: Hurst and Co., 2023). Munich, Germany (Special to Informed Comment) — The Republic of Afghanistan unraveled quickly after May 2021 when US-led foreign troops prepared to abandon the country. This defied the forecasts of most experts on the capacity … NEW YORK—Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has indicted former Republican Oval Office occupant Donald Trump on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, in a case that is only the opening salvo in a looming barrage of legal troubles for the former White House denizen. The Trump indictment itself is bad news, of course, for … 
History in the United States as Donald Trump becomes the first sitting or former president arrested on criminal charges. Donald Trump pleaded not guilty in New York today to 34 felony charges of falsifying business records and conspiracy stemming from hush-money payments to two women … We get an update on a major victory for progressives in Chicago's mayoral race, where union organizer and former teacher Brandon Johnson narrowly defeated Paul Vallas in a runoff election Tuesday. Johnson called for community investment, while Vallas, who was backed by the police union, focused his campaign on crime. "Now comes the difficult part of governance," says Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, who is in Chicago and notes Johnson faces a hostile police force and skepticism from the city's business community. Donald Trump has been formally charged with 34 felonies in an indictment unsealed on Tuesday. After surrendering to authorities at a New York courthouse, Trump was placed under arrest and fingerprinted. He then appeared in a courtroom, where he pleaded not guilty to all 34 counts of falsifying business records in connection to hush-money payments he paid out during the 2016 presidential campaign. Trump is the first U.S. president to ever be charged with a crime. For more on the charges levied against Trump and their significance, we speak to Bobbi Sternheim, a criminal defense lawyer who has tried several high-pr… Democrat-backed Judge Janet Protasiewicz won a high-stakes Wisconsin Supreme Court race Tuesday, giving liberals a majority on the court for the first time since 2008 and renewing hopes the state's abortion ban can be reversed. Protasiewicz's rival, former Justice Dan Kelly, had support from Republicans and anti-abortion groups. The Wisconsin Supreme Court is also likely to weigh in on gerrymandering and voting access, with the potential to impact national elections for Congress and president. We get an update from John Nichols, national affairs correspondent for The Nation, who joins us from Madison,… As we cover the historic arraignment of former President Donald Trump, we look at the crimes for which he has not been charged. We speak with Ralph Nader, longtime consumer advocate, corporate critic and former presidential candidate. Nader says that though "all presidents violate laws," Trump has "taken it to a new and diverse height."… As students across the United States today join a nationwide school walkout to demand lawmakers take action on gun control, we go to Tennessee, where Republicans are trying to expel three Democratic lawmakers for supporting student-led gun control protests at the state Capitol after last week's school shooting in Nashville. "We're demanding that lawmakers hear that we can't be ignored anymore," says Ezri Tyler, a student at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and a national organizer for March for Our Lives. "This is authoritarianism," Tennessee state Representative Justin… Venezuela's Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB) located and seized a vehicle, modified to launch multiple explosives, on a border trail in Catatumbo, Zulia state, near the border with Colombia, reported the head of FANB Strategic Operational Command (CEOFANB), Domingo Hernández Lárez. | Through his social media accounts, Hernández Lárez specified that the seized truck with Venezuelan plates is linked to armed Colombian drug-trafficking terrorist groups (TANCOL) and was used to terrorize the population. | "Venezuela will not be a base or platform for any type of armed terrorist group," wrote Hernández Lárez. " By Emma Shortis, RMIT University | — Former US President Donald J Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts in New York. In the words of Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg, Trump is accused of making "34 false statements", themselves "made to cover up other crimes". Those crimes include a "conspiracy to promote a … Housing rights groups and left-wing parties in Portugal have been calling on the government to institute rent caps and fund social housing. They have also opposed the housing program introduced by the government… Yoon Suk-yeol, the current president of South Korea, has consistently expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral ties with Japan, in contrast to his predecessor, Moon Jae-in. Yoon has said that both nations should abide by the spirit of the Japan—South Korea Joint Declaration of 1998 issued by Japanese Prime Minister Keiz≈ç Obuchi and South Korean […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ Twenty years ago, the United States supported by some if its allies, launched the invasion of Iraq. It invaded a sovereign country under a false pretext and unleashed almost two decades of armed conflict, which claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. | (Click on the image to enlarge)… With the spring break holidays upon us, many U.S. holiday-makers will be traveling to Mexico to enjoy the sunshine. However, a worsening situation with violence is making many consider their options. Click to see full-size image | New victories of the Wagner PMC are reported in the region of Bakhmut. The Armed Forces of Ukraine fail to stop Russian advance on the streets of the city and are threatened to loose control of the settlements on its outskirts. | According to Ukrainian media sources, Ukrainian forces lost control of up to 10% of the city in the past three days. The AFU were forced to withdraw beyond the Bakhmut railway station located in the western district of the city due to disru… Click to see full-size image | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue in Mariinka; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Ugledar; | Russian forces took full control of AZOM industrial complex in Bakhmut; | Up to 30 Ukrainian servicemen, 1 D-20 howitzer and 2 armored vehicles were destroyed by Russian artillery on Krasniy-Liman front, according to the Russian MOD; | Up to 65 Ukrainian servicemen, 2 motor vehicles and 4 armoured vehicles wer… Click to see full-size image | On April 4, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 2 times: 1 — in Latakia province, 1 — in Aleppo province; | On April 4, Ambassadors of Syria, Idris Mayya, Iraq, Qais Al-Amiri, Saudi Arabia, Abdullah al-Enezi and Iran, Ali Najafi to Oman held a quadrilateral meeting in Muscat, the capital of Oman; | On April 4, heavy clashes erupted between Turkish-backed armed groups in the city of Azaz; | On April 3, three Turkish… Click to see full-size image | Russian UAVs struck military facilities in the Odessa region. Shkolny airfield was damaged; | Russian forces destroyed two motor vehicles and two D-30 howitzers in the Kerson region; | Russian forces destroyed four armoured fighting vehicles, two motor vehicles, and one D-30 howitzer in the Donetsk region; | Russian forces destroyed three armoured vehicles, one Gvozdika howitzer, one D-30 howitzer in the Liman region; | Russian forces destroyed two armoured fighting vehicle… Click to see full-size imageThree bases are in the north, facing Taiwan, and one is in the South China Sea province of Palawan | Originally published on The Philippines on Monday Click to see full-size imageWe are sure some of SouthFront readers may be interested in the upcoming event in Topsham | Following a great turnout in Westbrook on March 18 where we said NO to war with Russia and China (which you can read about On April 4, Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation General of the Army Sergei Shoigu held the monthly special… Click to see full-size image,UPDATE: The Manhattan Criminal Court in New York brought criminal charges against former US President Donald Trump on 34 counts, CNN reports. The ex-president stayed in court for about two hours, during this time he was under arrest. He has pleaded not guilty to all 34 counts in the Manhattan indictment against him. Donald Trump became the first ex-president with the status of a prisoner. After he left the courtroom, the arrest was lifted. | A New York court had arrested former US President D… Illustrative Image. Source: Alexey Fedorenko/Shutterstock | Written by The slogan "Support for Ukraine" continues to bloom. Do those who promote it know that the Ukrainians were the most martyred people in Europe BEFORE the war? Because of the very person the West cherishes… President Zelensky. | In summary, here is what our media hide from us and w…
This is the newest update of the 'U.S. Carrier Strike Groups Locations Map' exclusive series showing the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups. SouthFront: Analysis & Intelligence tracks locations of U.S. aircraft carriers using the available open-source information. No classified information was used in production of the map. | click to see the full-size image | Carrier strike group (CSG) is an operational formation of the United States Navy. It is centered on an aircraft carrier and a carrier air w… | The old saying "many a truth is spoken in jest" reminds me of a sign in a Paducah union hall from 1980: "A union member voting for Ronald Reagan is like a chicken voting for Col. Sanders." The same goes for Donald Trump, who despite his indictment, looks like the favorite to win next year's … Americans have to ask themselves: Is it worth risking nuclear war—and an apocalyptic nuclear winter—for no loftier purpose than to maintain their country's violently enforced grasp of overwhelming global power?>. ecns.cn A Chinese health brand declared on Monday that it has terminated its cooperation with brand ambassador Zhang Jike after the table tennis superstar was allegedly involved in a scandal.
Part I of a CAM investigation into the origins of the Ukraine War: U.S. and NATO involvement in the February 2014 Coup and Maidan Massacre, and their historical antecedents. Attacks against Trans women are attacks against the women's movement and the fight for better equality and justice. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is reportedly planning on leveraging this charge, which is a misdemeanor that has exceeded the statute of limitations, into a felony by arguing that the business records were falsified to cover up an illegal donation to Trump's campaign, namely the money from Cohen to pay off Daniels. "Despite internal awareness, the company systematically downplayed the problem to the public, instead promoting more and more fossil fuel use despite the dangers," said one expert. "Now, five decades later, Shell continues to dawdle and delay." On the floor of Germany's parliament, Left Party MP Sevim Daƒüdelen called for the c. 38,000 US soldiers in her country to leave, and to take their nuclear weapons with them. She lamented that Washington "doesn't actually want allies, just loyal vassals". "This is a devastating day for our state and freedoms," said one Democratic Florida state lawmaker. "This six-week abortion ban is deeply unpopular, dangerous, and un-American." By Renuka Rayasam/ Kaiser Health News In 2011, Jeffrey Motts was executed in South Carolina. More than a decade later, the state hasn't carried out another execution because officials have struggled to obtain the drugs needed for lethal injection. Now, to resume executions, lawmakers are debating a bill that would further shroud the state's lethal injection … 
By The Xi-Putin Summit (March 22-24) was a strategic summit of two "non-western" super powers. The outcome of the summit will have far-reaching … Greenfield, Mass. (Special to Informed Comment) — April, the month tax filings are due, prompts us to ponder what our income taxes pay for. Are they used to provide all citizens sufficient resources and public goods for human security and well-being — the core of our national security? How much of our taxes pay … The U.S. knows from its experience in defeating Germany, Japan, and the "Asian Tigers," that a decisive way to slow a competitor's growth rate is to get it to reduce its level of investment, which is what it is now trying to do to China. Revised. Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Trump's arraignment today has been widely denounced by the US Right as politically motivated and unprecedented. But high officers of the US government, including former vice presidents Aaron Burr and Spiro Agnew, have had to be arraigned before judges. Moreover, in other countries, such as Israel, Germany, France and … New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) is pushing to gut the state's signature climate law after raking in nearly half a million dollars from the corporations and lobbyists pushing the move, according to a Lever review of campaign finance records.The governor's office wants to place a provision into the state's $230 billion budget that would change how the state counts methane emissions, allowing energy companies to include more natural gas in their energy mix while still complying with the state's climate law."The governor and her administration's track record of decisive action to move away from fossil fuels toward a… The warden of Her Majesty's Prison Belmarsh blocked representatives with the press freedom organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF) from visiting WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, despite previously reviewing RSF's request and agreeing to grant access. | Rebecca Vincent, the director of operations and campaigns for RSF, declared, "We followed all rules this morning. We were there very early with all required documentation. Without even checking our documentation, we were told that we would not be allowed in." | "The first official that we spoke to said that they had received 'intelligence' t… At least 30 Peruvian demonstrators killed during ongoing protests in Peru were murdered by live ammunition fired by police officers and soldiers. In total, 67 deaths have been reported during months of demonstrations following the ouster and imprisonment of democratically elected President Pedro Castillo in December, 2022. Of these, 49 demonstrators were reportedly killed by police and military gunfire. | By killing demonstrators with live ammunition, officials certainly violated the operating protocols of the Peruvian police, according to which they are prohibited from shooting at protesters except in the case o…
I had a relaxed, focused discussion today with Craig Simpson, who does a podcast from Arizona, on the political and economic fallout in the West from its feckless attempt to… As Israelis march en masse against Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial coup, many around the world are questioning why these protests did not materialize in defense of Palestinian land and life. For a special Passover installment of the "Not in Our Name" series, Rabbi Arik Ascherman joins The Marc Steiner Show to talk about the current protest movement in Israel and why democracy there cannot be attained without Palestinian liberation. | CLEVELAND—Unions, safety specialists, and—now—the residents of East Palestine, Ohio, have contended that corporate greed drove Norfolk Southern Railway to cut corners on safety inspections and prevention, thus leading to the disastrous Feb. 3 wreck there. But buried deep in the March 31 federal Justice Department filing, for both itself and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, … A new law in Uganda broadly criminalizing the LGBTI* community has captured global attention. The law includes provisions against "Aggravated Homosexuality" that criminalize the sexual activity of HIV+ people with life in prison or even the death penalty. Other loosely defined activities such as "abetting homosexuality" and "conspiracy to engage in homosexuality" are also criminalized. TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian Alvarez speaks with renowned Ugandan LGBTI activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera to discuss the origins of Uganda's recent turn towards politicized homophobia and transphobia, as well as the co… ( Code Pink ) — In a brilliant Op-Ed published in the New York Times, the Quincy Institute's Trita Parsi explained how China, with help from Iraq, was able to mediate and resolve the deeply-rooted conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia, whereas the United States was in no position to do so after siding with … The recent massive demonstrations against the Macron administration in France forcing through so-called pension reforms reveals the determined attempts of pro-capitalist governments in all the major economies to cut real wages when we are old and can no longer work. Former U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to surrender in New York. A historic day is about to play out in New York on Tuesday when former U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to turn himself in to authorities. Trump, who was indicted last week, arrived … Israeli forces have fatally shot a young Palestinian in front of one of the gates to the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the occupied Old City of al-Quds as the occupying regime ramps up violence against Muslim worshipers in the fasting holy month of Ramadan. | The Palestinian media said the young man, identified as Muhammad al-Osibi, was killed on Friday evening near the Chain Gate, one of the entrances to the al-Aqsa Mosque compound. | Eyewitnesses said gunfire was clearly heard from inside the mosque and that the young man was shot dead as he tried to protect a Palestinian girl who was being prevented by troops fro… Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict provides an important refocusing and reprioritizing of earlier Scriptural studies as seen through the lens of historical materialist analysis. Although containing little original research, authors James Crossley and Robert J. Myles have painstakingly examined many of the mainstream interpretations of the life, teachings, and execution of Jesus. They have … The resolution presented by Azerbaijan on behalf of Non-Aligned countries noted the impact of sanctions on key rights related to life, health, and freedom from hunger. It was predictably rejected by the US and its allies… This story originally appeared in China brokered a Following are excerpts from an article published on April 11, 1968, in WW newspaper, by Workers World Party founding Chairperson Sam Marcy, a week after the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., in Memphis, Tennessee, The Rev. Ralph Abernathy, right, and Bishop Julian Smith, left, flank Dr. Martin . . . | TOKYO—Shouting in chorus, "No to Japan's possession of enemy base strike capabilities!", "No to a war-fighting Japan!", hundreds of young people marched in a demonstration through Tokyo's famous shopping district of Shinjuku on March 18. This action was called for by an organizing committee consisting of various youth groups, including the Democratic Youth League of … Chicago residents are voting Tuesday in a mayoral runoff election that has been dominated by issues of public safety, with the two leading candidates coming from different ends of the Democratic Party's political spectrum. Brandon Johnson is an organizer with the Chicago Teachers Union and backed by progressive forces in the city, and Paul Vallas is the former head of Chicago Public Schools who is endorsed by the police union. Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, who lives in Chicago, gives his analysis of the race and why it holds national implications. "It raises the question of 'Can a progress… Finland is formally joining NATO on Tuesday in a move that doubles the military alliance's border with Russia. Finland and Russia share an 800-mile border. Finland is joining NATO a week after Turkey's parliament voted to ratify the Nordic country's membership. Turkey and Hungary have yet to approve Sweden as a member of NATO, with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan accusing Stockholm of harboring Kurdish dissidents he considers terrorists. Finland and Sweden had applied to join NATO in May 2022, just months after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. For more on NATO's expans… On the day of Donald Trump's historic arraignment in New York, making him the first former president ever to be criminally charged, we speak with the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Cay Johnston, who has covered Trump for decades. Trump is said to face 34 felony counts for falsifying business records. The case centers in part on hush-money payments Trump made during the 2016 presidential campaign to adult film star Stormy Daniels. After his appearance before a judge in Manhattan, where he is expected to plead not guilty to all charges, Trump will fly back to his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, where h… A crucial election in Wisconsin on Tuesday will decide the fate of democracy in the state and have major ramifications for the 2024 presidential election, says reporter Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones. At stake is a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a 4-3 conservative majority. Although technically nonpartisan, the election is a showdown between Democratic-backed Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Janet Protasiewicz and Republican-backed former state Supreme Court Justice Daniel Kelly. Berman says the outcome of the race could determine if abortion remain… By Jordan Richard Schoenherr, Concordia University | — Along with the recent reciprocal drone strikes by Iran and the United States in Syria, Russia continues to unleash its arsenal on Ukrainian civilian and military targets alike. While the Russian armies have started using outdated weapons, novel technologies remain the objects of fascination on the battlefield. …
Iranian state television has issued an apology after broadcasting images of a couple sharing a brief kiss, local media said Friday. | Any display of physical contact between men and women is forbidden on the Islamic republic's official TV networks. | In a Thursday broadcast, the Nasim entertainment channel showed a young couple kissing for a few seconds at a park, as they were passing in front of a hidden camera recording a prank show. | The segment from the show, "The Four Incredibles", went viral on social media. | Also read: Iran says it warned off US Navy aircraft close to Gulf of Oman | The couple is seen… Donald Trump, the ex-president and frontrunner to be Republican nominee in 2024, will appear in court on Tuesday and is set to be formally charged, finger-printed and have a mug shot taken in a watershed moment ahead of next year's presidential election. | Trump was indicted last week, becoming the first sitting or former president to face criminal charges, over a case involving a 2016 hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. He has said he is innocent and is due to plead not guilty. | Trump will turn himself in on Tuesday amid tight security as demonstrations were expected for and against a man who has… Donald Trump, the former president and front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination, arrived at a Manhattan courthouse to be formally charged on Tuesday in a watershed moment for the United States as his supporters and detractors noisily rallied outside. | Wearing a dark blue suit and red tie, Trump, 76, exhibited little emotion on his face as he waved to a crowd assembled outside the courthouse after he was driven in a motorcade from his New York residence at Trump Tower. | Trump held his fist in the air in a gesture to reporters as he departed Trump Tower. | The first sitting or former US president to fac…
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Could this just be a coincidence that the US has begun conducting airstrikes on Syria right after the announcement of a China brokered peace deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia? Following the announcement of this deal, it was revealed that the Saudis are also in talks with the Syrians to normalise ties. The China factor, […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ This week we've got quite a few stories for you. We are bringing you updates about the recent raid and arrests at Gidimt'en Checkpoint, and community defense of queer and trans events in both Vancouver and Montreal. We also provide an explanation of the hardening of the border between the US and Canada, and its… Since January, more-or-less weekly mass labor mobilizations have continued against a new law that would increase the retirement age from 62 to 64, even after it was rammed through without a vote on March 16. By Global warnings over a new terror group. Who are they and what do they want? The emergence of a new militant organization is raising alarm throughout Afghanistan. The Islamic State Khorasan or IS-K has taken responsibility for several deadly attacks across the country since the … The Summit for Democracy had its second forum on March 28-30 this year. The current US administration established the event in the second part of 2021, and it was held for the first time in December of that year. Because the Covid-19 pandemic was still active at the time, this event was held online a […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ In the news in the western hemisphere today, the truth is like the Holy Grail. And like the cup of Christ, it too may be lost forever. Take any information about Russia or China, for instance. Reality is now shifted not only in the halls of power in Washington, London, and Brussels, but in journalism, […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ Acabar con el medio ambiente es la forma más rápida de acabar con la distribución del ingreso. (El Tábano Economista) | Europa tenía que conseguir que todos los automovilistas que recorren menos de 80 kilómetros al día los hicieran en modo… There were several significant changes in the situation in the conflict zone in Ukraine during April 4. Most of the… "Equal and exact justice to all men of whatever state or persuasion." These words are carved into the exterior granite facade of the Manhattan Criminal Court. For the thousands who file by on their way to arraignment court each year, these words bring little by way of assurance. The New York criminal justice system … The Trade Desk, a Silicon Valley-based media buying platform specializing in real-time automated advertising technology, has defied industry trends and seen its stock grow by 980 percent over the past five years while other ad-related stocks have lost ground. Industry and macroeconomic pressures led to reduced ad spending at large digital advertising companies such as Alphabet's … A virtual meeting will be held to honor Mary Pinotti-Kaessinger, Revolutionary, Disability Justice and Rights Fighter, Labor Organizer — Rest in power! The Disability Justice and Rights Caucus of Workers World Party (DJRC) is hosting its monthly 2nd Sunday Dialogue, April 9 at 7: 00 p.m. EDT, to honor Mary and . . . | It may be recalled that after Japan alarmingly announced in April 2021 its plan to start releasing around 1.3 million metric tons of contaminated wastewater from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, countries in the rest of eastern Asia and the Pacific region protested. Environmental groups and even the Japanese people opposed it. Christo Grozev of the U.S. government-sponsored Bellingcat endorsed the terror attack that killed a Russian war reporter and injured many others during a public event in St. Petersburg. He also defended Ukraine's attempt to assassinate a Russian philosopher because he was a "propagandist." While the United States pays little regard to the human rights of many of its own citizens, it manifests intense interest in those of countries that it regards as its enemies. On March 23, CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee addressing concerns over the popular social media app's data collection practices and parent company ByteDance's alleged links to the Chinese government. The use of hate and arbitrary power and calculated killings by Hindu nationalists reveal an ominous disregard for democracy, a forewarning of what is to come. For the past 13 weeks, Israel has been rocked with massive demonstrations in the hundreds of thousands, especially in Tel Aviv, targeting the far-right, neofascist government headed by the butcher Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. What prompted the protests was a proposed "reform package" that would curtail the judiciary branch of . . . | As many as one million people have "disappeared" in Iraq over the past 50 years, spanning multiple conflicts, the rule of Saddam Hussein, the U.S.-led military occupation, and the rise of Islamic State militants, according to a United Nations study. By The latest move by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) promises to be something more. Tlaib Jeremy Loffredo and Max Blumenthal exposes fabrications and contradictions in the US State Department-funded report on which the International Criminal Court based its arrest warrant against the Russian president. | The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of the "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children to a network of camps inside Russia. The warrant was based on a report by the Yale HRL center, which is funded by the US State Department. | US journalist Jeremy Loffredo visited one of Russian government-sponsored camps in question. At The Do… ( Tomdispatch.com ) — Gustavo Petro doesn't just want to transform his own country; he wants to change the world. The new leader of Colombia, who took office last August, is targeting what he calls his nation's "economy of death." That means pivoting away from oil, natural gas, coal, and narcotics toward more sustainable economic … MADISON, Wisc. — In what was perhaps the most consequential state Supreme Court race in U.S. history yesterday the winner was a liberal judge, Janet Protasiewicz, giving progressives their first majority on the court since 2008. Her victory in the race for the key swing seat on the state's Supreme Court will enable the ending … Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Seeing Trump arraigned in New York on Tuesday was satisfying even if the outcome of the trial cannot be foreseen and he has a presumption of innocence. There is obviously evidence that he falsified his business records for the purpose of hiding material facts from the American people in October … This story originally appeared in On July 13, 2022, Juan Carlos Hernández, a gay activist with I am not insulting Honduras. I lived in Honduras in 1978 in the "campo" where I worked with campesinos in developing agricultural projects that increased corn and bean production by… Review of Ahmad Shuja Jamal and William Maley, The Decline and Fall of Republican Afghanistan (London: Hurst and Co., 2023). Munich, Germany (Special to Informed Comment) — The Republic of Afghanistan unraveled quickly after May 2021 when US-led foreign troops prepared to abandon the country. This defied the forecasts of most experts on the capacity … NEW YORK—Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has indicted former Republican Oval Office occupant Donald Trump on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, in a case that is only the opening salvo in a looming barrage of legal troubles for the former White House denizen. The Trump indictment itself is bad news, of course, for … History in the United States as Donald Trump becomes the first sitting or former president arrested on criminal charges. Donald Trump pleaded not guilty in New York today to 34 felony charges of falsifying business records and conspiracy stemming from hush-money payments to two women … We get an update on a major victory for progressives in Chicago's mayoral race, where union organizer and former teacher Brandon Johnson narrowly defeated Paul Vallas in a runoff election Tuesday. Johnson called for community investment, while Vallas, who was backed by the police union, focused his campaign on crime. "Now comes the difficult part of governance," says Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, who is in Chicago and notes Johnson faces a hostile police force and skepticism from the city's business community. Donald Trump has been formally charged with 34 felonies in an indictment unsealed on Tuesday. After surrendering to authorities at a New York courthouse, Trump was placed under arrest and fingerprinted. He then appeared in a courtroom, where he pleaded not guilty to all 34 counts of falsifying business records in connection to hush-money payments he paid out during the 2016 presidential campaign. Trump is the first U.S. president to ever be charged with a crime. For more on the charges levied against Trump and their significance, we speak to Bobbi Sternheim, a criminal defense lawyer who has tried several high-pr… Democrat-backed Judge Janet Protasiewicz won a high-stakes Wisconsin Supreme Court race Tuesday, giving liberals a majority on the court for the first time since 2008 and renewing hopes the state's abortion ban can be reversed. Protasiewicz's rival, former Justice Dan Kelly, had support from Republicans and anti-abortion groups. The Wisconsin Supreme Court is also likely to weigh in on gerrymandering and voting access, with the potential to impact national elections for Congress and president. We get an update from John Nichols, national affairs correspondent for The Nation, who joins us from Madison,… As we cover the historic arraignment of former President Donald Trump, we look at the crimes for which he has not been charged. We speak with Ralph Nader, longtime consumer advocate, corporate critic and former presidential candidate. Nader says that though "all presidents violate laws," Trump has "taken it to a new and diverse height."… As students across the United States today join a nationwide school walkout to demand lawmakers take action on gun control, we go to Tennessee, where Republicans are trying to expel three Democratic lawmakers for supporting student-led gun control protests at the state Capitol after last week's school shooting in Nashville. "We're demanding that lawmakers hear that we can't be ignored anymore," says Ezri Tyler, a student at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and a national organizer for March for Our Lives. "This is authoritarianism," Tennessee state Representative Justin… Venezuela's Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB) located and seized a vehicle, modified to launch multiple explosives, on a border trail in Catatumbo, Zulia state, near the border with Colombia, reported the head of FANB Strategic Operational Command (CEOFANB), Domingo Hernández Lárez. | Through his social media accounts, Hernández Lárez specified that the seized truck with Venezuelan plates is linked to armed Colombian drug-trafficking terrorist groups (TANCOL) and was used to terrorize the population. | "Venezuela will not be a base or platform for any type of armed terrorist group," wrote Hernández Lárez. " By Emma Shortis, RMIT University | — Former US President Donald J Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts in New York. In the words of Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg, Trump is accused of making "34 false statements", themselves "made to cover up other crimes". Those crimes include a "conspiracy to promote a … Housing rights groups and left-wing parties in Portugal have been calling on the government to institute rent caps and fund social housing. They have also opposed the housing program introduced by the government… Yoon Suk-yeol, the current president of South Korea, has consistently expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral ties with Japan, in contrast to his predecessor, Moon Jae-in. Yoon has said that both nations should abide by the spirit of the Japan—South Korea Joint Declaration of 1998 issued by Japanese Prime Minister Keiz≈ç Obuchi and South Korean […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ Twenty years ago, the United States supported by some if its allies, launched the invasion of Iraq. It invaded a sovereign country under a false pretext and unleashed almost two decades of armed conflict, which claimed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. | (Click on the image to enlarge)… With the spring break holidays upon us, many U.S. holiday-makers will be traveling to Mexico to enjoy the sunshine. However, a worsening situation with violence is making many consider their options. Click to see full-size image | New victories of the Wagner PMC are reported in the region of Bakhmut. The Armed Forces of Ukraine fail to stop Russian advance on the streets of the city and are threatened to loose control of the settlements on its outskirts. | According to Ukrainian media sources, Ukrainian forces lost control of up to 10% of the city in the past three days. The AFU were forced to withdraw beyond the Bakhmut railway station located in the western district of the city due to disru… Click to see full-size image | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue in Mariinka; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Ugledar; | Russian forces took full control of AZOM industrial complex in Bakhmut; | Up to 30 Ukrainian servicemen, 1 D-20 howitzer and 2 armored vehicles were destroyed by Russian artillery on Krasniy-Liman front, according to the Russian MOD; | Up to 65 Ukrainian servicemen, 2 motor vehicles and 4 armoured vehicles wer… Click to see full-size image | On April 4, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 2 times: 1 — in Latakia province, 1 — in Aleppo province; | On April 4, Ambassadors of Syria, Idris Mayya, Iraq, Qais Al-Amiri, Saudi Arabia, Abdullah al-Enezi and Iran, Ali Najafi to Oman held a quadrilateral meeting in Muscat, the capital of Oman; | On April 4, heavy clashes erupted between Turkish-backed armed groups in the city of Azaz; | On April 3, three Turkish… Click to see full-size image | Russian UAVs struck military facilities in the Odessa region. Shkolny airfield was damaged; | Russian forces destroyed two motor vehicles and two D-30 howitzers in the Kerson region; | Russian forces destroyed four armoured fighting vehicles, two motor vehicles, and one D-30 howitzer in the Donetsk region; | Russian forces destroyed three armoured vehicles, one Gvozdika howitzer, one D-30 howitzer in the Liman region; | Russian forces destroyed two armoured fighting vehicle… Click to see full-size imageThree bases are in the north, facing Taiwan, and one is in the South China Sea province of Palawan | Originally published on The Philippines on Monday Click to see full-size imageWe are sure some of SouthFront readers may be interested in the upcoming event in Topsham | Following a great turnout in Westbrook on March 18 where we said NO to war with Russia and China (which you can read about On April 4, Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation General of the Army Sergei Shoigu held the monthly special… Click to see full-size image,UPDATE: The Manhattan Criminal Court in New York brought criminal charges against former US President Donald Trump on 34 counts, CNN reports. The ex-president stayed in court for about two hours, during this time he was under arrest. He has pleaded not guilty to all 34 counts in the Manhattan indictment against him. Donald Trump became the first ex-president with the status of a prisoner. After he left the courtroom, the arrest was lifted. | A New York court had arrested former US President D… Illustrative Image. Source: Alexey Fedorenko/Shutterstock | Written by The slogan "Support for Ukraine" continues to bloom. Do those who promote it know that the Ukrainians were the most martyred people in Europe BEFORE the war? Because of the very person the West cherishes… President Zelensky. | In summary, here is what our media hide from us and w… This is the newest update of the 'U.S. Carrier Strike Groups Locations Map' exclusive series showing the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups. SouthFront: Analysis & Intelligence tracks locations of U.S. aircraft carriers using the available open-source information. No classified information was used in production of the map. | click to see the full-size image | Carrier strike group (CSG) is an operational formation of the United States Navy. It is centered on an aircraft carrier and a carrier air w… | The old saying "many a truth is spoken in jest" reminds me of a sign in a Paducah union hall from 1980: "A union member voting for Ronald Reagan is like a chicken voting for Col. Sanders." The same goes for Donald Trump, who despite his indictment, looks like the favorite to win next year's … Americans have to ask themselves: Is it worth risking nuclear war—and an apocalyptic nuclear winter—for no loftier purpose than to maintain their country's violently enforced grasp of overwhelming global power?>. ecns.cn A Chinese health brand declared on Monday that it has terminated its cooperation with brand ambassador Zhang Jike after the table tennis superstar was allegedly involved in a scandal.
Part I of a CAM investigation into the origins of the Ukraine War: U.S. and NATO involvement in the February 2014 Coup and Maidan Massacre, and their historical antecedents. Attacks against Trans women are attacks against the women's movement and the fight for better equality and justice. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is reportedly planning on leveraging this charge, which is a misdemeanor that has exceeded the statute of limitations, into a felony by arguing that the business records were falsified to cover up an illegal donation to Trump's campaign, namely the money from Cohen to pay off Daniels. "Despite internal awareness, the company systematically downplayed the problem to the public, instead promoting more and more fossil fuel use despite the dangers," said one expert. "Now, five decades later, Shell continues to dawdle and delay." On the floor of Germany's parliament, Left Party MP Sevim Daƒüdelen called for the c. 38,000 US soldiers in her country to leave, and to take their nuclear weapons with them. She lamented that Washington "doesn't actually want allies, just loyal vassals". "This is a devastating day for our state and freedoms," said one Democratic Florida state lawmaker. "This six-week abortion ban is deeply unpopular, dangerous, and un-American." By Renuka Rayasam/ Kaiser Health News In 2011, Jeffrey Motts was executed in South Carolina. More than a decade later, the state hasn't carried out another execution because officials have struggled to obtain the drugs needed for lethal injection. Now, to resume executions, lawmakers are debating a bill that would further shroud the state's lethal injection … By The Xi-Putin Summit (March 22-24) was a strategic summit of two "non-western" super powers. The outcome of the summit will have far-reaching … Greenfield, Mass. (Special to Informed Comment) — April, the month tax filings are due, prompts us to ponder what our income taxes pay for. Are they used to provide all citizens sufficient resources and public goods for human security and well-being — the core of our national security? How much of our taxes pay … The U.S. knows from its experience in defeating Germany, Japan, and the "Asian Tigers," that a decisive way to slow a competitor's growth rate is to get it to reduce its level of investment, which is what it is now trying to do to China. Revised. Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Trump's arraignment today has been widely denounced by the US Right as politically motivated and unprecedented. But high officers of the US government, including former vice presidents Aaron Burr and Spiro Agnew, have had to be arraigned before judges. Moreover, in other countries, such as Israel, Germany, France and … New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) is pushing to gut the state's signature climate law after raking in nearly half a million dollars from the corporations and lobbyists pushing the move, according to a Lever review of campaign finance records.The governor's office wants to place a provision into the state's $230 billion budget that would change how the state counts methane emissions, allowing energy companies to include more natural gas in their energy mix while still complying with the state's climate law."The governor and her administration's track record of decisive action to move away from fossil fuels toward a… The warden of Her Majesty's Prison Belmarsh blocked representatives with the press freedom organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF) from visiting WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, despite previously reviewing RSF's request and agreeing to grant access. | Rebecca Vincent, the director of operations and campaigns for RSF, declared, "We followed all rules this morning. We were there very early with all required documentation. Without even checking our documentation, we were told that we would not be allowed in." | "The first official that we spoke to said that they had received 'intelligence' t… At least 30 Peruvian demonstrators killed during ongoing protests in Peru were murdered by live ammunition fired by police officers and soldiers. In total, 67 deaths have been reported during months of demonstrations following the ouster and imprisonment of democratically elected President Pedro Castillo in December, 2022. Of these, 49 demonstrators were reportedly killed by police and military gunfire. | By killing demonstrators with live ammunition, officials certainly violated the operating protocols of the Peruvian police, according to which they are prohibited from shooting at protesters except in the case o… I had a relaxed, focused discussion today with Craig Simpson, who does a podcast from Arizona, on the political and economic fallout in the West from its feckless attempt to… As Israelis march en masse against Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial coup, many around the world are questioning why these protests did not materialize in defense of Palestinian land and life. For a special Passover installment of the "Not in Our Name" series, Rabbi Arik Ascherman joins The Marc Steiner Show to talk about the current protest movement in Israel and why democracy there cannot be attained without Palestinian liberation. | CLEVELAND—Unions, safety specialists, and—now—the residents of East Palestine, Ohio, have contended that corporate greed drove Norfolk Southern Railway to cut corners on safety inspections and prevention, thus leading to the disastrous Feb. 3 wreck there. But buried deep in the March 31 federal Justice Department filing, for both itself and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, … A new law in Uganda broadly criminalizing the LGBTI* community has captured global attention. The law includes provisions against "Aggravated Homosexuality" that criminalize the sexual activity of HIV+ people with life in prison or even the death penalty. Other loosely defined activities such as "abetting homosexuality" and "conspiracy to engage in homosexuality" are also criminalized. TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian Alvarez speaks with renowned Ugandan LGBTI activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera to discuss the origins of Uganda's recent turn towards politicized homophobia and transphobia, as well as the co… ( Code Pink ) — In a brilliant Op-Ed published in the New York Times, the Quincy Institute's Trita Parsi explained how China, with help from Iraq, was able to mediate and resolve the deeply-rooted conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia, whereas the United States was in no position to do so after siding with … The recent massive demonstrations against the Macron administration in France forcing through so-called pension reforms reveals the determined attempts of pro-capitalist governments in all the major economies to cut real wages when we are old and can no longer work. Former U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to surrender in New York. A historic day is about to play out in New York on Tuesday when former U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to turn himself in to authorities. Trump, who was indicted last week, arrived … Israeli forces have fatally shot a young Palestinian in front of one of the gates to the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the occupied Old City of al-Quds as the occupying regime ramps up violence against Muslim worshipers in the fasting holy month of Ramadan. | The Palestinian media said the young man, identified as Muhammad al-Osibi, was killed on Friday evening near the Chain Gate, one of the entrances to the al-Aqsa Mosque compound. | Eyewitnesses said gunfire was clearly heard from inside the mosque and that the young man was shot dead as he tried to protect a Palestinian girl who was being prevented by troops fro… Jesus: A Life in Class Conflict provides an important refocusing and reprioritizing of earlier Scriptural studies as seen through the lens of historical materialist analysis. Although containing little original research, authors James Crossley and Robert J. Myles have painstakingly examined many of the mainstream interpretations of the life, teachings, and execution of Jesus. They have … The resolution presented by Azerbaijan on behalf of Non-Aligned countries noted the impact of sanctions on key rights related to life, health, and freedom from hunger. It was predictably rejected by the US and its allies… This story originally appeared in China brokered a Following are excerpts from an article published on April 11, 1968, in WW newspaper, by Workers World Party founding Chairperson Sam Marcy, a week after the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., in Memphis, Tennessee, The Rev. Ralph Abernathy, right, and Bishop Julian Smith, left, flank Dr. Martin . . . | TOKYO—Shouting in chorus, "No to Japan's possession of enemy base strike capabilities!", "No to a war-fighting Japan!", hundreds of young people marched in a demonstration through Tokyo's famous shopping district of Shinjuku on March 18. This action was called for by an organizing committee consisting of various youth groups, including the Democratic Youth League of … Chicago residents are voting Tuesday in a mayoral runoff election that has been dominated by issues of public safety, with the two leading candidates coming from different ends of the Democratic Party's political spectrum. Brandon Johnson is an organizer with the Chicago Teachers Union and backed by progressive forces in the city, and Paul Vallas is the former head of Chicago Public Schools who is endorsed by the police union. Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, who lives in Chicago, gives his analysis of the race and why it holds national implications. "It raises the question of 'Can a progress… Finland is formally joining NATO on Tuesday in a move that doubles the military alliance's border with Russia. Finland and Russia share an 800-mile border. Finland is joining NATO a week after Turkey's parliament voted to ratify the Nordic country's membership. Turkey and Hungary have yet to approve Sweden as a member of NATO, with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan accusing Stockholm of harboring Kurdish dissidents he considers terrorists. Finland and Sweden had applied to join NATO in May 2022, just months after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. For more on NATO's expans… On the day of Donald Trump's historic arraignment in New York, making him the first former president ever to be criminally charged, we speak with the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Cay Johnston, who has covered Trump for decades. Trump is said to face 34 felony counts for falsifying business records. The case centers in part on hush-money payments Trump made during the 2016 presidential campaign to adult film star Stormy Daniels. After his appearance before a judge in Manhattan, where he is expected to plead not guilty to all charges, Trump will fly back to his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, where h… A crucial election in Wisconsin on Tuesday will decide the fate of democracy in the state and have major ramifications for the 2024 presidential election, says reporter Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones. At stake is a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a 4-3 conservative majority. Although technically nonpartisan, the election is a showdown between Democratic-backed Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Janet Protasiewicz and Republican-backed former state Supreme Court Justice Daniel Kelly. Berman says the outcome of the race could determine if abortion remain… By Jordan Richard Schoenherr, Concordia University | — Along with the recent reciprocal drone strikes by Iran and the United States in Syria, Russia continues to unleash its arsenal on Ukrainian civilian and military targets alike. While the Russian armies have started using outdated weapons, novel technologies remain the objects of fascination on the battlefield. … Iranian state television has issued an apology after broadcasting images of a couple sharing a brief kiss, local media said Friday. | Any display of physical contact between men and women is forbidden on the Islamic republic's official TV networks. | In a Thursday broadcast, the Nasim entertainment channel showed a young couple kissing for a few seconds at a park, as they were passing in front of a hidden camera recording a prank show. | The segment from the show, "The Four Incredibles", went viral on social media. | Also read: Iran says it warned off US Navy aircraft close to Gulf of Oman | The couple is seen… Donald Trump, the ex-president and frontrunner to be Republican nominee in 2024, will appear in court on Tuesday and is set to be formally charged, finger-printed and have a mug shot taken in a watershed moment ahead of next year's presidential election. | Trump was indicted last week, becoming the first sitting or former president to face criminal charges, over a case involving a 2016 hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. He has said he is innocent and is due to plead not guilty. | Trump will turn himself in on Tuesday amid tight security as demonstrations were expected for and against a man who has… Donald Trump, the former president and front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination, arrived at a Manhattan courthouse to be formally charged on Tuesday in a watershed moment for the United States as his supporters and detractors noisily rallied outside. | Wearing a dark blue suit and red tie, Trump, 76, exhibited little emotion on his face as he waved to a crowd assembled outside the courthouse after he was driven in a motorcade from his New York residence at Trump Tower. | Trump held his fist in the air in a gesture to reporters as he departed Trump Tower. | The first sitting or former US president to fac…