(2022-06-29). CNN: Biden Officials Privately Doubt Ukraine Can Take Back All Of Its Territory. news.antiwar.com According to a report from CNN, White House officials are losing confidence that Ukraine will be able to retake all the territory Russia has captured since it invaded on February 24 as Russian forces continue to make gains in the eastern Donbas region. Unnamed US officials told CNN that President Biden's advisors have started debating …
(2022-06-29). Chinese envoy urges NATO not to fan block confrontation using Ukraine crisis as excuse. ecns.cn China's permanent representative to the United Nations on Tuesday urged NATO not to fan bloc confrontation or a new Cold War by using the Ukraine crisis as an excuse.
(2022-06-29). South Korea to enter into strategic partnership with NATO. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Yonhap NewsJune 28, 2022 Yoon to agree to new partnership with NATO in second half of year President Yoon Suk-yeol will meet with the secretary-general of NATO on Tuesday and promise to enter into a new cooperation program between South Korea and the military alliance in the latter half of the year, an official said. …
(2022-06-29). Yoon arrives in Spain for first attendance of NATO summit by S. Korea head of state. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com HankyorehJune 28, 2022 Yoon leaves for first trip overseas, first NATO summit, first foray into multilateral diplomacy South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol headed to Madrid on Monday in order to attend the NATO summit scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday…. *** Yoon is the first South Korean president to attend a summit of NATO, one of …
(2022-06-29). Finland, Sweden join Turkey's war against Kurds to get NATO pass. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The claim below that Sweden has not been at war in over two centuries and Finland for over eighty years is false. Both nations deployed troops to Afghanistan under NATO command where they engaged in combat operations and lost troops. Sweden also supplied warplanes for NATO's war against Libya. ===== Kyodo NewsJune 29, 2022 Finland, …
(2022-06-29). SLAP At Parker Elementary School Fighting Closures Of Schools & Privatization Oakland Port. indybay.org The Schools and Labor Against Privatization held a BBQ to build solidarity against the closure of Parker Elementary and 10 other Oakland public schools in working class Black and Brown communities. It was also against the privatization of Howard Terminal at the Port of Oakland for a sale to billionaire GAP A's owner John Fisher.
(2022-06-29). G7 Mulls Russian Oil Price Cap as Sanctions Fail To Curb Russia's Profits. news.antiwar.com Flailing in its effort to lower Russia's oil profits, the US has put forward an idea for a price cap on Russian oil The G7 hasn't offered any detail on the plan, but the idea would be to limit Russia's profits without taking its oil off the global market and raising prices. But there's vir…
(2022-06-29). US Pledges $55 Million For Afghanistan Aid, But Sanctions Remain. news.antiwar.com Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced Tuesday that Since the Taliban took over Afghanistan in August 2021 and the US-ba…
(2022-06-29). Iraq's Sadr Slams President for Not Signing Ban on Israel Ties. news.antiwar.com In late May, Iraq's parliament passed a bill forbidding and criminalizing all ties with Israel. The bill forbids officials, media, and others from establishing relations with Israel, punishable by death. | Iraqi President Barham Salih did not sign the bill, and this is being made a huge deal by cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, who says it is " Salih's office denies any support for ties with Israel, saying he had the law published already, and emphasized his long support for the Palest…
(2022-06-29). Ecuador: "Stop the Massacre" orinocotribune.com By Carlos Crespo  ; Jun 27, 2022 | "Stop the massacre" was the cry that ran through tears, pain and indignation on the twelfth day of the #ParoNacional2022. | "We have had a very difficult day"; "it has been a very strong day". "We denounce to the world… the wounded, the dead, the imprisoned. Let them know about these inhuman actions. We call for peace, for harmony, we cannot generate civil war between brothers". These were the words of the leaders of the #ParoNacional2022 around midnight, in their press conference to the country: Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (CONAIE), National Federa…
(2022-06-29). Appleton, WI: 150-plus take the streets to defend abortion rights. fightbacknews.org Appleton, WI — On June 24, over 150 people answered an emergency call to action in regard to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade case, which provided women federal protection for having an abortion. The event kicked off in Houdini Plaza, in the heart of Appleton's downtown district. | Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO) members read statements to the large crowd, in solidarity with protests being held across the country and the need for working-class people to organize and demand the right to safe, legal abortion for all women in the country. | After that, members…
(2022-06-29). Moveable Feast Cafe 2022/06/29 … Open Thread. thesaker.is 2022/06/29 06: 00: 01Welcome to the 'Moveable Feast Cafe'. The 'Moveable Feast' is an open thread where readers can post wide ranging observations, articles, rants, off topic and have animate discussions of…
(2022-06-29). PSL National Webinar: What's Next In the Struggle For Abortion Rights? liberationnews.org 
Biden has within his power many different executive authorities that would provide abortion access in all states. But it will require a big struggle to make it happen.
(2022-06-29). Venezuela's Authorities Announce Emergency Preparations for Tropical Cyclone 2. orinocotribune.com 
Caracas, June 28, 2022 ( This information was released by Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez this Tuesday, June 28, who explained that flight restrictions will be put in place, and preventive measures will be taken on the roads of affected states. The cyclone is expected to touch land in Sucre sta…
(2022-06-29). White House Delegation Returns to Miraflores Palace in Caracas. orinocotribune.com Caracas, June 28, 2022 ( During the award ceremony for the National Journalism Award, the Venezuelan president said that the president of the National Assembly (AN), Jorge Rodríguez, would receive the US delegation to continue discussing various issues. | "At this time, Jorge Rodríguez is receiving an important dele…
(2022-06-29). Lo que no dijo Carlos Martí. cubadebate.cu En la última conferencia de prensa, mi colega Osviel Castro le hizo una pregunta al mentor Carlos Martí que nunca contestó con palabras, pues lo hizo con sus ojos. Se le llenaron de lágrimas y todos comprendimos que el mentor granmense es mejor hijo que director de pelota. °Y eso es un orgullo tremendo!
(2022-06-29). Coronary artery bypass grafting has potential benefits for patients over age 80 with reasonable surgical risk, Mayo Clinic study finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients over age 80 are considered high-risk candidates for coronary artery bypass grafting, not only because of normal wear and tear on the body, but also because of comorbidities and risks of complications after surgery. No hard-and-fast guidelines are available to assess the risks and benefits for octogenarians. Patients and physicians often choose not to proceed with surgery, and that decision carries its own risks and disadvantages. A new retrospective study from…
(2022-06-29). Headlines of Iran's Persian dailies on June 29. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — Mehr News agency takes a look at headlines of Iran's Persian-language dailies on Wednesday, June 29.
(2022-06-29). World's first LNG dual-fuel Suezmax oil tanker delivered in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The world's first LNG dual-fuel Suezmax oil tanker built by China Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) was delivered in southern China's Guangzhou on Tuesday.
(2022-06-29). OAK FLAT: Divided Ninth Circuit Leads Apache Stronghold to Supreme Court. indybay.org SAN CARLOS, Arizona — Today, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, in a 2-1 decision ruled that the request for a preliminary injunction to halt the land exchange of Oak Flat be denied. Apache Stronghold—a coalition of Apaches, other Native peoples, and non-Native allies, which is represented by the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty—has vowed to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court immediately.
(2022-06-29). Qatar takes no sides in nuclear negotiations: Qatari spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — The Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson stated that her country takes no sides in the ongoing indirect talks on reviving JCPOA between Iran and the US, adding that building trust between the two sides is a great challenge.
(2022-06-29). Parades held to mark 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to motherland. ecns.cn Sightseeing buses and taxis hanging the Chinese national flags and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) flags participate in a parade to mark the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, June 28, 2022.
(2022-06-29). Saturday 6/25: 21st Folsom Juneteenth, Stolen Legacy – Reclaiming California Pioneers of African Descent. indybay.org Historic Folsom District – Leidesdorff Plaza…
(2022-06-29). Welcome summer with 5 summer safety tips. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's officially the first weekend of summer and extreme temperatures continue to affect many parts of the U.S. "It's important to protect yourself and your family from high temperatures and humidity," says Dr. Brittany Beel, a Mayo Clinic emergency medicine physician. "Heat exhaustion can result if your body cannot regulate itself. Basically, it overheats. The good news is that it's preventable." Left untreated, heat exhaustion can result in heatstroke. And, too much sun can lead…
(2022-06-29). Falcons help Minnesota man soar above cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A species that was once endangered in Minnesota is now thriving, thanks in part to Mayo Clinic. Recently, four new peregrine falcon chicks that have been nesting in a box atop one of Mayo Clinic's buildings were brought inside for a quick checkup and to be banded. It's all part of a collaboration between Mayo and the Midwest Peregrine Society. But this time, there was an extra pair of experienced hands to help. For more…
(2022-06-29). Iran's missile, defense program not negotiable: FM Spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — Condemning parts of the final statement of the G7 leaders, the Iranian Foreign Ministry stressed that Iran's missile and defense program can never be negotiated and compromised.
(2022-06-29). China releases action plan to boost industrial energy efficiency. ecns.cn Chinese regulators have released an action plan on boosting industrial energy efficiency, detailing major targets and tasks to optimize the energy structure as the country takes steady steps to spur green transformation.
(2022-06-29). China enjoys high-quality development in past decade. ecns.cn China's economy has grown by leaps and bounds over the past decade as the country has shifted its focus to high-quality development by enhancing its innovation efforts and macroeconomic policies.
(2022-06-28). Chinese premier urges efforts to stabilize employment, safeguard livelihoods. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has called for stronger efforts to accelerate economic recovery to shore up market entities, ensure employment stability and safeguard people's livelihoods.
(2022-06-29). What are the economic advantages of Shanghai for Iran? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 28 (MNA) — The Islamic Republic of Iran was accepted as the main member of this organization by the vote of all members on September 21 at the end of the 21st summit in Dushanbe.
(2022-06-29). Large number of bronze wares unearthed at Sanxingdui Ruins site. ecns.cn Archaeologists have made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site. No. 8 pit is the largest among the six newly discovered sacrificial pits and nearly 70 bronze human heads have been found in No 8 pit.
(2022-06-29). World's first Suezmax LNG dual fuel oil tanker delivered in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Photo shows the world's first Suezmax LNG dual fuel oil tanker with 158,000 DWT (deadweight ton) is delivered in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, June 28, 20222.
(2022-06-29). Jordan rejects military alliance with Tel Aviv against Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — Saying that all Arab states seek good relations with Iran, the Jordanian Foreign Minister rejected the intention of Tel Aviv and Arab capitals to build a military alliance to confront Iran.
(2022-06-29). Iran slams repeated abuse of UNSC authority by certain states. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Majid Takht Ravanchi strongly criticized the abuse of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)'s duties and authorities by certain countries.
(2022-06-29). Lasso se salva de la destitución por estrecho margen tras votación en el Parlamento. cubadebate.cu Tras un extenso debate, que comenzó el pasado sábado, la AN sometió a votación la noche de este martes la moción para destituir al mandatario, pero no se llegó a los votos favorables de las dos terceras partes de los parlamentarios, es decir, de 92, como lo establece la ley local.
(2022-06-29). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on June 29. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Wednesday, June 29.
(2022-06-29). COVID-19 vaccines approved for use in infants through toddlers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The use of COVID-19 vaccines in infants and toddlers in the U.S. has cleared the final hurdles. Food and Drug Administration advisers voted unanimously to recommend emergency use authorization for Moderna and Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccines for young children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention followed by authorizing health care professionals to begin vaccinating the youngest of children. Moderna's vaccine is for children ages 6 months to 5 years, and Pfizer's vaccine is for children…
(2022-06-29). Caspian Sea common heritage of litoral state, Raeisi says. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) — Before leaving the country for Ashgabat to attend the 6th summit meeting of Caspian Sea littoral states, Iranian President Raeisi said that the Caspian Sea is a common heritage of littoral countries.
(2022-06-29). China announces removal of asterisk from travel code. ecns.cn China has removed the asterisk from the travel code of all Chinese residents to facilitate greater mobility, the country's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced Wednesday.
(2022-06-29). On People's Park, Democracy, and Politics. indybay.org Berkeley city council-member Rigel Robinson released a recent article championing the UC's proposed redevelopment project on People's Park. This article was accompanied with a statement from council-member Lori Droste's legislative assistant. The statement compared People's Park activists to the January 6th insurrectionists.
(2022-06-29). Consumer Health: What do you know about headaches? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about headaches. Headache is pain in any region of the head. Headaches may occur on one or both sides of the head, be isolated to a certain location, radiate across the head from one point, or have a viselike quality. A headache may appear as a sharp pain, a throbbing sensation or a dull ache. Headaches can develop gradually…
(2022-06-29). Dr. Farrugia ranked on‚ÄØModern Healthcare's‚ÄØlist of '50 Most Influential Clinical Executives'. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Gianrico Farrugia, M.D., Mayo Clinic's president and CEO, has been named as one of the "50 Most Influential Clinical Executives" by Modern Healthcare magazine. According to the magazine, this program honors individuals in health care who are deemed by their peers and the senior editors of Modern Healthcare to be paving the way to better health through their executive responsibilities, leadership qualities, innovation, community service and achievements inside and outside of their organizations. A feature article and profiles of…
(2022-06-29). Third joint mainland-Hong Kong university approved in Guangzhou. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Education has approved the official establishment of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), the third cooperative university between the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), the ministry announced Wednesday.
(2022-06-29). There is no alternative to ceasefire negotiations / The rebel within us. indybay.org There is no alternative to negotiations on ceasefires and ceasefires, is there? That is where all the power should be concentrated. If that succeeds, the bombing will also stop.
(2022-06-29). China unveils major sci-tech issues for 2022. ecns.cn China released major issues in science, engineering technology and industrial technology for 2022 at the closing ceremony of the 24th Annual Meeting of the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) in Changsha City, central China's Hunan Province on Monday.
(2022-06-29). Saving Lew Hill's Pacifica Radio. indybay.org The current Board is unable or unwilling to address the alarming declines in listenership, membership, and donations. | Pacifica should recognize the 6820 to 5471 vote of the members for the New Day Bylaws to help save listener sponsored radio.
(2022-06-29). ETFs trading on Mainland-Hong Kong stock connect to commence July 4. ecns.cn Trading of ETFs, or exchange-traded funds, on the Chinese mainland-Hong Kong Stock Connect will be launched July 4, regulators said in a joint statement Tuesday.
(2022-06-29). Rising Up! LaborFest 2022 PDF. indybay.org 2022 LaborFest Calendar PDF…
(2022-06-29). Science Saturday: The art and science of never giving up. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Anya in February 2018, just before being discharged after her third brain surgery. Photo credit: Colleen Kelly In March 2020, at the start of the pandemic, Anya Magnuson's own health was in crisis. The 21-year-old Minnesotan had already endured four brain surgeries, 35 lumbar punctures and about 11 weeks of hospitalization. At various times during the preceding 28 months, she was treated for fungal meningitis, an inflammatory disease known as neurosarcoidosis, and finally a rare blood…
(2022-06-29). Twin giant pandas in China's Guangxi celebrate 6th birthday. ecns.cn The Nanning Zoo in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region held the 6th birthday party for giant pandas "Jilan" and "Jimei" on Monday.