(2021-10-11). New details emerge of attempted cover-up in investigation of Southern California oil spill. wsws.org According to official estimates, the spill led to up to 131,000 gallons of oil seeping into the Pacific Ocean. Oil has been spotted from the port city of Long Beach just south of Los Angeles all the way down to San Diego.
(2021-10-11). University of Texas at Dallas manipulating active COVID-19 case graph. wsws.org Instead of taking steps to combat the clear and present danger to students and staff posed by COVID-19, UTD administrators have repudiated limited safety measures, ending "de-densification" measures in classrooms on October 4.
(2021-10-11). This week in history: October 11-17. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago.
(2021-10-11). The Newest Big Pharma Scam Exposed. globalresearch.ca
(2021-10-11). Ibram X. Kendi, Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor awarded MacArthur Foundation "genius grants" wsws.org While posturing as champions of the oppressed, racialist authors such as Ibram X. Kendi, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Ta-Nehisi Coates and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor have been generously rewarded by the capitalist establishment.
(2021-10-11). Peru: Castillo Struggles to Implement Promised Change. libya360.wordpress.com Kawsachun News A controversial cabinet reshuffle this week has served to show just how difficult it can be to implement radical and redistributive change. President Pedro Castillo won Peru's June 6th elections in the second round. His flagship policies were; a new constitution and the nationalization of natural resources. The expulsion of US forces (military…
(2021-10-11). Rights groups launch initiative demanding PayPal services in Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org While PayPal operates in over 200 countries, including many affected by years of war and civil conflict, it does not provide services in Palestine. Rights groups have condemned this discriminatory policy against Palestinians as residents of the illegal Israeli settlements in the same area have access to PayPal services…
(2021-10-11). Australia's new electoral laws are "blocking workers from having a voice" — SEP electoral members speak out. wsws.org "The ruling class has brought in these laws to maintain their power and privileges," John said.
(2021-10-11). Who are the leading candidates in Chile's upcoming presidential elections? peoplesdispatch.org Ahead of the general elections in Chile on November 21, we look at the leading presidential candidates, their backgrounds and their proposals to address the various issues in the country…
(2021-10-11). Deere workers reject UAW-backed concessions contract by 90 percent. wsws.org The outcome is the first rejection of a UAW-backed contract at Deere in 35 years, a humiliating repudiation of the UAW's pro-company agreement.
(2021-10-11). New York City Council meeting reveals massive cover-up of COVID-19 in schools. wsws.org The meeting was a coordinated effort by Democratic Mayor Bill de Blasio to cover up the spread of COVID-19 outbreaks in schools and to promote in-person learning no matter the costs to human life and health.
(2021-10-11). A coronavirus pandemic reality check. wsws.org In just the last week, there have been more than 700,000 new COVID-19 cases recorded in the US and at least 10,000 official deaths as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
(2021-10-11). Lebanon and Syria under Siege. orinocotribune.com By Tim Anderson — Oct 5, 2021 | While the peoples of both countries have common origins, a key problem is, as many politically conscious Lebanese say: in Syria, there is a state, while in Lebanon there is a sectarian cartel of clans ruled by a handful of families. | How is it that, after ten years of war, the streets of Damascus are clean, basic food and services are available while Beirut remains a stinking metropolis of billionaires and beggars? | Separated by colonial design, neighbors Syria and Lebanon have evolved very different characters as nation-states and — more recently — have responde…
(2021-10-11). COVID-19 "spreads like wildfire" through Dana plants as UAW and USW conspire with auto parts maker against workers. wsws.org The struggle of Dana workers takes place amid a backdrop of a growing strike wave involving nurses, teachers, service workers, miners and other sections of the working class in the US and internationally. There is also a growing mood for a strike at Dana, which requires the development of rank-and-file strike committees.
(2021-10-11). Bellingcat funded by U.S. and UK intelligence contractors that aided extremists in Syria. mronline.org 
Supposedly "independent" website Bellingcat raked in money from scandal-ridden Western intelligence firms that wreaked havoc — and reaped massive profits — in Syria.
(2021-10-11). Podemos covers up neo-fascist circles in Spanish army. wsws.org As the pandemic surged in December 2020, retired high-ranking military officers threatened to launch a coup and kill "26 million" left-wing voters.
(2021-10-11). Philippine presidential elections open, dominated by fascistic and far-right forces. wsws.org An examination of the leading candidates for the presidency reveals that the ruling elites in the Philippines are preparing to run the most right-wing election campaign in the country's history.
(2021-10-11). Taiwanese president rejects China's calls for reunification. wsws.org Washington's backing for Taiwan has only encouraged Tsai and the DPP to make its opposition to any reunification with China more overt and has heightened tensions.
(2021-10-11). Michigan educators and parents speak out about rising COVID-19 cases in schools. wsws.org Rising levels of COVID-19 cases in Michigan, largely driven by the recent full reopening of schools, threatens children's lives at the same time their parents are being financially devastated with the cutoff of meager social supports.
(2021-10-11). Trump, flanked by Republican officials, delivers fascist screed at Iowa State Fairgrounds. wsws.org Solidarizing themselves with Trump's election conspiracies and his attempted coup, top Iowa Republicans, including Governor Kim Reynolds and long-time US Senator Chuck Grassley, welcomed the aspiring Fàºhrer.
(2021-10-11). IATSE leadership prepares betrayal of entertainment industry workers. wsws.org Just days after receiving a resounding yes to a strike authorization vote, IATSE has already demonstrated its readiness to grant a major concession to the AMPTP by proposing a turnaround time of just ten hours between shifts.
(2021-10-11). Works council ready to hand over huge concessions to "save" Ford plant in Saarlouis, Germany. wsws.org The works council and IG Metall trade union are opposed to any real struggle to defend the jobs and living standards of workers.
(2021-10-11). Opel-Stellantis: Short-time working heralds closure of auto plant in eastern Germany. wsws.org The workforce in Eisenach fears that the current production stoppage heralds the complete closure of the plant.
(2021-10-11). South African steel striker killed, union prepares to betray struggle. wsws.org After the murder of a striker, the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa announced it was considering a settlement and warned workers not to break the law.
(2021-10-11). Federal prosecutors refuse to file charges against Kenosha, Wisconsin police officer who paralyzed Jacob Blake. wsws.org Rusten Sheskey fired seven bullets into Blake's back as he attempted to enter his car on August 23, 2020, sparking multiple nights of protest against police brutality. Blake was left paralyzed but expects to walk again.
(2021-10-11). Freedom Flyers: Airline Industry Workers Fired for Refusing COVID-19 Shot Fight Back. globalresearch.ca
(2021-10-11). Turkish government normalizes mass deaths as COVID-19 pandemic rages. wsws.org As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to intensify in Turkey, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government is normalizing mass infections and deaths.
(2021-10-11). New Zealand's Daily Blog attacks WSWS as "sectarian" wsws.org The pseudo-left Daily Blog contributor Chris Trotter objected to the WSWS's exposure of the blog's support for the Labour Party-led government's alignment with US imperialism, and its war propaganda against China.
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating a rare skin disorder known as morphea. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: About six months ago, a large, white dent appeared on my left buttock. I went to a dermatologist who performed a biopsy. I was diagnosed with morphea and prescribed methotrexate. The doctor said the condition is not systemic, but that the drug could prevent future skin lesions and possibly cure the morphea. Can you share more about the condition, and the risks and benefits of the treatment? ANSWER: Morphea, which is a rare skin…
(2021-10-11). Why Are Major Unions Undermining the Progressive Strategy on Reconciliation? zcomm.org Labor leaders from the AFL-CIO and AFT are undermining left Democrats in the reconciliation fight. But members are pushing back…
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: The case for continuing COVID-19 precautions. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org COVID-19 hospitalizations in the U.S. are reportedly dropping. While the news headlines are encouraging, the country is in its fourth surge heading into flu season and winter holidays. That is why medical experts are keeping their predictions and recommendations fluid. How the virus spreads depends on human behavior. "What happens is that people read the news and say: 'We're done. We're free. It's over,'" says Dr. Gregory Poland, an infectious diseases expert and head of Mayo Clinic's…
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic to offer walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Rochester. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Learn where you can get initial and booster vaccinations, and third doses, Oct. 4-22 Mayo Clinic in Rochester will offer COVID-19 walk-in vaccine clinics for patients, visitors and community members the week of Monday, Oct. 4. Pfizer booster vaccinations Pfizer booster vaccinations will be offered to people who received the Pfizer COVID-19 initial vaccination series, as directed by the Food and Drug Administration. A booster vaccination is recommended six months after the initial vaccination series…
(2021-10-11). It's Not Misinformation. It's Amplified Propaganda. zcomm.org You don't need fake accounts to spread ampliganda online. Real people will happily do it…
(2021-10-11). Sleep disorder linked to neurodegeneration aim of NIH-funded grant. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org International team seeks hidden signs of brain damage in REM behavior disorder ROCHESTER, Minn. — People with rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder act out their dreams. While sleeping safely in bed, for example, they might throw up their arms to catch an imaginary ball or try to run from an illusory assailant. Such actions are more than just a nuisance. People with the disorder have a 50% to 80% chance of developing a…
(2021-10-11). SDS disrupts U of MN regents meeting in push for Campus Civilian Police Accountability Council. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN – On October 8, about a dozen members of the University of Minnesota Students for a Democratic Society disrupted a meeting of the UMN Board of Regents to demand the implementation of a Campus Civilian Police Accountability Council (Campus CPAC). | "Students at the University of Minnesota deserve agency in regard to our so-called public safety," said main speaker, Emma Hjelle, who also called for "a CPAC as a means to disarm, demilitarize and defund the University of Minnesota Police Department." | As the protesters exited the meeting after Hjelle's speech, they demanded a Campus CPAC by chanting "
(2021-10-11). Health Care Lobbyists Admit Their Big Scam. dailyposter.com 
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Elbow replacement. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have bad arthritis in my elbow. After several failed surgeries, I have been told that my only option is elbow replacement. I've heard others say that elbow replacements do not work. Does Mayo Clinic have experience with elbow replacements? ANSWER: The surgeons at Mayo Clinic are considered world experts in elbow replacement. Traditionally, elbow replacement has been reported to lead to complications more often than replacements of other joints, like the hip or…
(2021-10-11). Sharing Mayo Clinic: COVID-19 setback right before brain surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Julie Berg's life revolves around three things: family, friends and faith. The 79-year-old has a large extended family that enjoys celebrating large and small milestones together, and she has a wide network of close-knit friends across two states. Through it all, her strong Catholic faith has been the foundation of her life. When Julie's health was tested, she leaned on her family, friends and faith for support. For 10 years, Julie and her husband, Jim…
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: The importance of stretching during your workday. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The COVID-19 pandemic has made it more challenging for some people to get in their daily workout. Sedentary behavior, including sitting for long periods of time, can contribute to adverse health effects, including something referred to as "sitting disease." In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dani P. Johnson, a wellness physical therapist with the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, demonstrates how to integrate more movement into your daily life. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/XOIqLNElikI Journalists: …
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Vaccines and kids — what you need to know about COVID-19, flu. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org With flu season approaching, Mayo Clinic experts remind parents of the importance of vaccinating children for influenza and COVID-19 when possible. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated for flu each year. The CDC also says people who are eligible can be vaccinated for flu and COVID-19 at the same time. Currently, children ages 12 and older are permitted to get vaccinated for COVID-19 using the…
(2021-10-11). Occupy Wall Street Was Good, But It Was Never Going to Be Good Enough. zcomm.org Social movements can create change, but need proper organizational structures to dismantle hegemonic power…
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: What to do if your child has a bellyache. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Kids are back in the classroom, and a common back-to-school sickness is viral gastroenteritis, or stomach flu. It's an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, and sometimes fever. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/jwxQ2L4ZVXE Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 58) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please "Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. If your child is showing symptoms of a stomach bug, such as vomiting…
(2021-10-11). The best medicine for COVID-19 is prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, health care professionals have worked hard to develop treatments for patients, and they have learned to manage the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19.From protective measures to monoclonal antibody therapy and other treatments, Dr. Raymund Razonable, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases expert, discusses the current treatments for COVID-19 and explains why prevention is the best medicine. Watch: Dr. Razonable discusses current COVID-19 therapies and treatments. youtu.be/TE0nH1u9kXo Journalists: Broadcast-quality soundbites are available in…
(2021-10-11). Science Saturday: A robotic GPS for targeting, delivering regenerative biotherapies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A remote-controlled bronchoscope that acts like a GPS system hunts down hard-to-find lung masses and accurately biopsies them, according to a Mayo Clinic collaborative study. This multisite research, which is published in Annals of Thoracic Surgery, lays the foundation for precisely finding early-stage cancer and targeting it with regenerative biotherapeutics needed to stimulate healing. Artificial intelligence gleaned from CT scans directs the robotic fiber optic cable, providing a GPS-like pathway to tiny nodules, or masses, that manual bronchoscopes…
(2021-10-11). Mock Election a Complete Success — 21N Regional Elections. orinocotribune.com 
Pedro Calzadilla, president of Venezuela's National Electoral Council (CNE), congratulated the people of Venezuela, the workers of the CNE, and the members and leadership of the country's political parties, as he stated that the electoral simulation held this Sunday, October 10, was a complete success. | The president of the CNE, in his statements to the media on Sunday afternoon, said that the mock election has been one of the most significant preludes to the nationwide regional elections scheduled for November 21. | He added that the electoral rehearsal serves to measure enthusiasm, the functioning of the worki…
(2021-10-11). COVID Queries: The speed of vaccine development. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Q: How can I be expected to trust the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine when it was developed so rapidly? A: We hear this question frequently, and we can understand how it may seem like the development of the vaccine was quick. The speed was a result of many pharmaceutical companies simultaneously investing significant resources into quickly developing a vaccine because of the world-wide impact of the pandemic. The emergency situation warranted an emergency response,…
(2021-10-11). Berliners vote to expropriate corporate landlords. greenleft.org.au Berlin's referendum to expropriate corporate landlords is a watershed moment for rental politics and a rare win against international real estate capital, reports Thomas McGath.
(2021-10-11). The Democrats as the 'Un-Republican' Party. zcomm.org The left/progressive forces within and around the Democratic Party must be strengthened, particularly at the state level…
(2021-10-11). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Medications in use and being tested for treatment of COVID-19. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've heard several drugs mentioned as possible treatments for COVID-19. What are they, and how do they work? ANSWER: Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, finding an effective drug to combat COVID-19 has been on the minds of many. While many medications are being tested to treat COVID-19, only one has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has approved remdesivir (Veklury) to treat COVID-19 in adults and children who are age…
(2021-10-11). The socially responsible tech company: Can big tech be fixed? nationofchange.org having a diverse leadership serves the leaders and members of an organization as much as it does its users.