(2023-02-28). Frankfurt city authorities censor Roger Waters concert under false accusation of anti-Semitism. wsws.org In a disgraceful act of political and artistic censorship, the Frankfurt City Council decided on Friday to stop Roger Waters' concert scheduled for May 28.
(2023-02-27). Sensitivity Rewrites: The Cultural Purging of Roald Dahl. dissidentvoice.org 
Censorship is never innocent, made worse for its strained good intentions. For those responsible for setting and policing such policies, the inner judge comes out, stomping on assumed meanings, interpreting and removing things to ensure the masses are not corrupted. Children's stories and tales have not been exempted from this train of revision, expurgation and …
(2023-02-27). Free Speech Is for Fighting the Empire. transcend.org 22 Feb 2023 – My research has led me to conclude that there's an elite conspiracy to enslave us all and turn us all into brainwashed automatons mindlessly enacting the wishes of our rulers in a cruel dystopia built by the powerful, for the powerful. Haha, just kidding. That already happened.
(2023-02-27). Firestorm Over Green Bay City Hall Surveillance Microphones is a Reminder of Country We Don't Want to Live In. aclu.org A heated controversy over audio recording in Green Bay, Wisconsin has resurfaced an important privacy issue that we have been
(2023-02-27). Media Orgs Demand McCarthy Hand Over Jan. 6 Footage He Gave to Tucker Carlson. truthout.org Two separate groups of media organizations sent letters to Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-California) over the weekend, demanding access to thousands of hours of surveillance footage from the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, which have so far only been released to Fox News host Tucker Carlson. McCarthy gave Carlson access to more than 44,000 hours of security footage from the January 6… |
(2023-02-27). China Protests After US Spy Plane Flies Through Taiwan Strait. news.antiwar.com A US Navy surveillance plane flew through the Taiwan Strait on Monday amid heightened tensions between the US and China, drawing a rebuke from China's People's Liberation Army (PLA). The PLA's Eastern Theater Command said in a press release that China "opposes the US's action, which has deliberately disrupted the regional situation and jeopardized the …
(2023-02-27). Was the Pentagon and CIA Behind the COVID-19 Pandemic? covertactionmagazine.com Bioterrorism expert and whistleblower alleges that CIA secretly collaborated in supporting unethical gain of function research that resulted in the manufacture of the COVID-19 virus, which was then leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology. Dr. Andrew G. Huff is an Iraq War veteran and infectious disease epidemiologist with a Ph.D. from the University of …
(2023-02-27). The Wuhan Lab Leak slander being resurrected to bolster US war drive against China. wsws.org The Wall Street Journal disclosed that the Department of Energy has shifted its opinion on the origin of the coronavirus to it being most likely a result of a lab leak. However, unnamed sources who have read the report indicate the evidence is of low confidence.
(2023-02-27). Der Spiegel asks: "Is the CIA hunting Assange's supporters?" wsws.org The material in the German newspaper further substantiates claims that the US government has waged an illegal global campaign against Julian Assange, WikiLeaks and their supporters.
(2023-02-28). Is the bill of the earthquake beyond calculations? unitedworldint.com By Recep Eràßin / Economics journalist After two major earthquakes in Kahramanmara≈ü and Hatay, 11 provinces of Türkiye were declared disaster areas. The provinces represent 9-10 percent of Türkiye's gross domestic product (as of 2021), according to official data. Türkiye's national income was 7.2 trillion dollars as of 2021. According to TUIK data, the contribution …
(2023-02-27). China Protests After US Spy Plane Flies Through Taiwan Strait. news.antiwar.com A US Navy surveillance plane flew through the Taiwan Strait on Monday amid heightened tensions between the US and China, drawing a rebuke from China's People's Liberation Army (PLA). The PLA's Eastern Theater Command said in a press release that China "opposes the US's action, which has deliberately disrupted the regional situation and jeopardized the …
(2023-02-27). Was the Pentagon and CIA Behind the COVID-19 Pandemic? covertactionmagazine.com Bioterrorism expert and whistleblower alleges that CIA secretly collaborated in supporting unethical gain of function research that resulted in the manufacture of the COVID-19 virus, which was then leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology. Dr. Andrew G. Huff is an Iraq War veteran and infectious disease epidemiologist with a Ph.D. from the University of …
(2023-02-27). The Wuhan Lab Leak slander being resurrected to bolster US war drive against China. wsws.org The Wall Street Journal disclosed that the Department of Energy has shifted its opinion on the origin of the coronavirus to it being most likely a result of a lab leak. However, unnamed sources who have read the report indicate the evidence is of low confidence.
(2023-02-27). Der Spiegel asks: "Is the CIA hunting Assange's supporters?" wsws.org The material in the German newspaper further substantiates claims that the US government has waged an illegal global campaign against Julian Assange, WikiLeaks and their supporters.
(2023-02-28). Is the bill of the earthquake beyond calculations? unitedworldint.com By Recep Eràßin / Economics journalist After two major earthquakes in Kahramanmara≈ü and Hatay, 11 provinces of Türkiye were declared disaster areas. The provinces represent 9-10 percent of Türkiye's gross domestic product (as of 2021), according to official data. Türkiye's national income was 7.2 trillion dollars as of 2021. According to TUIK data, the contribution …
(2023-02-28). The West's unpreparedness for peace should bring Moscow and Beijing closer to each other. unitedworldint.com The visit of Wang Yi, Director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, to Moscow on February 21 was one of the most discussed diplomatic meetings of the month. In addition to stepping up Chinese diplomacy in general, Beijing showed a clearer stance on the Ukrainian conflict and even …
(2023-02-28). Treating Putin as an Irredeemable Imperialist has Painted the West into a Dangerous Corner. sonar21.com 
When it comes to imperialism — i.e., "the policy, practice, or advocacy of extending the power and dominion of a nation especially by direct territorial acquisitions or by gaining indirect…
(2023-02-28). Philippines: Resist US-Marcos regime's plan to turn Samar to howling wilderness. fightbacknews.org Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from the Communist Party of the Philippines. | The Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) denounces the US-Marcos regime and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for the deployment of an excessive number of counterinsurgency troops in Samar over the past weeks. | The fascist surge aims to turn the Samar island back into a "howling wilderness," in the same manner that US colonial forces sought to crush the patriotic resistance of the people of Samar at the turn of the century. This excessive deployment of combat troops will not solve the socioe…
(2023-02-28). Tampa: The Andrew Joseph Memorial Weekend. fightbacknews.org Tampa, FL – The Tampa community, Black Lives Matter activists, and impacted families from across the country gathered in Tampa for the Andrew Joseph Memorial Weekend. The family-hosted event took place from Friday, February 17 to February 19. The weekend commemorates the ninth anniversary of his death with a vigil, a workshop to promote youth leadership, a fundraiser and a church service. | Andrew Joseph was a 14-year-old boy who was left by the side of the road after being unjustly ejected from the Florida State Fair by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office on what was known as "student day," where chil…
(2023-02-28). Incendios: øQué nos dicen las imágenes satelitales? cubadebate.cu Tras la noticia en días recientes del incendio forestal en la zona de Pinares de Mayarí en la provincia de Holguín, han aparecido en las redes múltiples imágenes satelitales en las que se pueden ver las emanaciones de humo, que se extienden por varios kilómetros.
(2023-02-28). Solos y explotados, los niños migrantes realizan trabajos brutales en los EE. UU. (I). cubadebate.cu El número de menores no acompañados que ingresaron a los Estados Unidos subió a un máximo de 130,000 el año pasado, tres veces más que cinco años antes, y se espera que este verano traiga otra ola. Al llegar en números récord, terminan en trabajos peligrosos que violan las leyes de trabajo infantil, incluso en fábricas que fabrican productos para marcas conocidas como Cheetos y Fruit of the Loom.
(2023-02-28). Año de la Sostenibilidad 2023: Cuba en la Hoja de Ruta de Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos. cubadebate.cu Este lunes el personal diplomático de la embajada de Cuba en Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos, participó en el taller "Hoja de Ruta Global en el Año de la Sostenibilidad 2023", coordinado por la oficina de enlace diplomático de la Expo City Dubai, organización sede de la próxima Conferencia de las Partes de las Naciones Unidas para el Cambio Climático COP 28, en noviembre próximo.
(2023-02-28). Cuba y Vietnam realizan preparativos para celebrar el aniversario de la visita de Fidel a la Zona Liberada. cubadebate.cu El embajador cubano Orlando Nicolás Hernández Guillén intercambió hoy con las autoridades de la provincia central de Quang Tri sobre la organización del aniversario 50 de la histórica visita del líder de la Revolución Cubana, Fidel Castro, a la Zona de Liberación de Vietnam del Sur. Apreció los esfuerzos de la provincia en la preparación para el evento.
(2023-02-28). Ejecutarán inversiones en talleres ferroviarios cubanos. cubadebate.cu Los talleres de Ciénaga y Luyanó, en La Habana, y el de San Luis, en Santiago de Cuba, serán los primeros en incorporarse a la estrategia de la Unión de Ferrocarriles de Cuba (UFC) que pretende modernizar un grupo de talleres que brindarán servicios de mantenimiento y reparación, tanto de coches de pasajeros como de locomotoras en distintas provincias del país.
(2023-02-28). El tiempo: Calor y escasas lluvias. cubadebate.cu Amanecerá parcialmente nublado en zonas de la costa norte oriental y con poca nubosidad en el resto del país. Desde el final de la mañana estará parcialmente nublado en gran parte del territorio nacional con escasas lluvias.
(2023-02-28). Equipo Cuba al Clásico Mundial vence 4-0 a Dragones de Wei Chuan. cubadebate.cu El equipo Cuba que se alista para intervenir en el venidero V Clásico Mundial de Béisbol venció 4-0 al club Dragones de Wei Chuan. La tropa de Armando Jhonson funcionó cual reloj suizo en los tres renglones de juego, pues entre los cuatro lanzadores que escalaron a la lomita maniataron a la ofensiva rival, apenas aceptaron dos sencillos y propinaron la friolera de 16 ponches.
(2023-02-28). øQué tasas están vigentes en el mercado cambiario cubano este 28 de febrero? cubadebate.cu Con el objetivo de mantener a sus lectores informados, Cubadebate comparte las tasas de cambio para diferentes divisas extranjeras vigentes este martes 28 de febrero de 2023 en el mercado cambiario del país.
(2023-02-28). Unión Eléctrica pronostica una afectación de 485 MW para el horario pico nocturno. cubadebate.cu En el día de ayer se afectó el servicio por déficit de capacidad desde las 17: 25 horas hasta las 20: 19 horas (02: 54 horas). La máxima afectación en el horario de la noche fue 399 MW a las 18: 50 horas, coincidiendo con la hora pico. La disponibilidad del Sistema Eléctrico Nacional a las 07: 00 horas es de 2068 MW y la demanda 1970 MW, con todo el sistema con servicio.
(2023-02-28). The Heat: China-Europe Relations. america.cgtn.com 
After Wang Yi's recent visit to Europe, what is the state of the China-European relationship? Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi visited Europe this month and sought to build a stronger relationship with the European Union, its largest trading partner. He met with German Chancellor Scholz, …
(2023-02-28). Locations Of US Carrier Strike Groups — February 28, 2023. southfront.org 
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…
(2023-02-28). Cleveland tenants demand fair treatment, compensation after displacement by burst water pipe. liberationnews.org 
"I came home from the store and saw water coming out the ceiling," one resident described.
(2023-02-28). Delta group files opposition to TUCP waiving environmental laws protecting the Bay-Delta Estuary. indybay.org "The TUCP is not in the public interest because it stampedes the State Water Board for water that is meant rightly to serve public trust resources of aquatic estuarine food webs and species in the Delta that further support migratory salmon and steelhead runs that benefits Northern California Indian Tribes (whose cultures are salmon-dependent), commercial and sport fishing interests, and the community of subsistence anglers residing in communities adjacent to Delta rivers and sloughs where they supplement their diets with costless forms of fish protein," the letter states.
(2023-02-28). China's 12-point Peace Proposal to end Ukraine war. indybay.org This week, China released a 12-point Peace plan for ending the Ukraine war. It is the first comprehensive Peace proposal by a major power(there has been no Peace plan at all proposed by the G7 nor NATO, who are instead the major arms provider of over $100 Billion of lethal weapons to Ukraine–an amount more than the entire annual war budget of Russia!) Significantly, China's Peace Plan specifically calls for serious consideration of long-term security concerns on BOTH sides.
(2023-02-28). SOEs' restructuring set to advance. ecns.cn China plans to advance the strategic restructuring and professional integration of its State-owned enterprises in 2023, especially in the areas of medical and health care, equipment manufacturing and mineral resources.
(2023-02-28). Chinese enterprises to expand global presence. ecns.cn China's State-owned enterprises are forecast to post higher revenues and expand their world market presence this year as the government encourages them to advance in "going global", said experts and business executives.
(2023-02-28). Fuzhou helps Taiwan people settle on mainland. ecns.cn In 2021, Fuzhou planned to offer 1,050 apartments with favorable rents to people from Taiwan, and so far more than 300 Taiwan residents in 206 households have moved into the community.
(2023-02-28). China fully capable to overcome challenges this year. ecns.cn China has the confidence and capabilities to ward off multiple risks and challenges this year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
(2023-02-28). Russia welcomes China's peace proposal. ecns.cn A position paper that China has issued setting out a possible path to peace in Ukraine needs to be analyzed in detail, the Russian government said on Monday.
(2023-02-28). Messi wins 2022 Best FIFA Men's Player Award. ecns.cn Lionel Messi of Argentina won the Best FIFA Men's Player Award 2022 and Argentina was the biggest winner of the Best FIFA Football Awards 2022 on Monday.
(2023-02-28). Belarusian president's visit expected to cement ties. ecns.cn Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is due to start his three-day state visit to China on Tuesday, with expectations high that cooperation between the two countries on post-pandemic economic recovery and the Russia-Ukraine conflict will top the agenda of talks.
(2023-02-28). China telcos, gadget plays roar onstage. ecns.cn Banking on 5G and other cutting-edge technologies to explore new business opportunities and offset COVID-19 disruptions, Chinese tech companies are making a big splash at the Mobile World Congress 2023, which kicked off in Barcelona, Spain on Monday.
(2023-02-28). China's transport network now covers over 6 million km. ecns.cn As of last year, China's transportation network has grown to cover more than 6 million kilometers, the minister of transport said recently.
(2023-02-28). Capital submits bid for world heritage status. ecns.cn Beijing is applying for the city's Central Axis to become a World Heritage Site, with the application text officially submitted to the UNESCO World Heritage Center in January.
(2023-02-28). China's GDP records a 3% increase in 2022, recoding multiple new highs: NBS. ecns.cn China's gross domestic product (GDP) in 2022 was 121.02 trillion yuan ($17.45 trillion) in 2022, an increase of 3.0 percent over 2021 at constant prices, with multiple figures reaching historical highs.
(2023-02-28). Chinese scientists use GE technology to create 3 Bama miniature pig breeds for experiment use. ecns.cn A Chinese team of scientists have created three Bama miniature pig breeds for experiment use.
(2023-02-28). 4 suspects in murder of HK model remanded in custody without bail. ecns.cn Four former family members of Hong Kong socialite and model were remanded in custody without bail after appearing before the court on Monday on charges of murder and perverting the course of justice.
(2023-02-28). China to strengthen management of short videos to prevent addiction among minors. ecns.cn The National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) will strengthen management of short online videos, aiming to prevent minors from becoming addicted, it said on Monday.
(2023-02-28). Hong Kong to lift mask mandate from March 1. ecns.cn John Lee, chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), announced on Tuesday that the mask mandate in Hong Kong will be cancelled from March 1.
(2023-02-28). Insights | Australian expert lauds China's covid vaccine efforts. ecns.cn
(2023-02-28). Emergency medical response system to be upgraded. ecns.cn China will build major medical centers and increase the number of teams to handle health emergencies and contagious diseases following its experiences battling COVID-19, officials said on Monday.
(2023-02-28). China's population fell by 850,000 in 2022 but 'labor resources still abundant'. ecns.cn China's population had fallen by 850,000 in the year of 2022, with the national population growth rate being minus 0.6 per thousand, the country's National Statistics Bureau announced on Tuesday.
(2023-02-28). China slams U.S. sanctions against Chinese firms related to Russia. ecns.cn
(2023-02-28). People experience metaverse technology at Shougang Park in Beijing. ecns.cn People view exhibits during a metaverse exhibition at Shougang Park in Beijing, Feb. 27, 2023.
(2023-02-28). Two-color waters meet in Han River in Hubei. ecns.cn Aerial view shows the green-yellow Han River in Xiangyang, central China's Hubei Province, Feb. 27, 2023. The Yangtze River meets the clear Han River in Xiangyang, creating a clear boundary along their confluence with the distinct yellow and green.
(2023-02-28). 20,000 plum trees in full blossom at Hangzhou wetland park. ecns.cn 20,000 plum trees are in full blossoms in Xixi National Wetland Park in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, Feb. 27, 2023.
(2023-02-28). Culture Fact: Chinese Valentine's Days. ecns.cn
(2023-02-28). Starry sky over Bars Snow Mountain in Gansu. ecns.cn Photo shows a starry sky over Bars Snow Mountain in Yugur Autonomous County, northwest China's Gansu Province. The mountain is 5,118 meters above sea level and a sacred mountain in Yugur ethnic minority.
(2023-02-28). Mobile World Congress 2023 sees strong return of Asian participants. ecns.cn The 2023 edition of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) kicking off Monday in Barcelona saw a strong return of Asian participants, according to the organiser of the city's largest annual event.
(2023-02-28). Wednesday 3/8: Black Liberation Reading Circle. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco, near Ellis St. Seven blocks from Civic Center BART, on or near Muni bus lines #5, 19, 27, 31, 38, 49. Wheelchair Accessible, Also via Zoom…
(2023-02-28). Arctic and Antarctic Ice Sheets in Danger if we blow Past Paris Limit of 1.5 ∞ C. (2.7 ∞ F) extra Heating. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Jun-Young Park et al. write in Nature Communications that the collapse of the Arctic and Antarctic ice sheets may come sooner than climate scientists had expected if humanity misses the Paris Climate Treaty goal of keeping extra global heating to 2.7 ∞ F. (1.5 ∞ C ) above the pre-industrial average. Humanity …
(2023-02-28). Ukrainians Rally and March in "Unite for Ukraine" at SF Embarcadero. indybay.org Thousands of traumatized Ukrainians ask for help. Russians and Iranians were there in support.
(2023-02-28). To End War, We Must Fight Against Racism And Capitalism. popularresistance.org On March 18, the twentieth anniversary of the US/NATO invasion of Iraq, major antiwar organizations and social movements from across the United States will rally in Washington, DC to demand an end to wars and austerity. Clearing the FOG speaks with Jacqueline Luqman of the Black Alliance for Peace about the current state of the antiwar movement in the US and the long history of opposition to war within the black radical tradition. Luqman explains why it is critical to understand that struggles against racism and capitalism and for people's-centered human rights are inseparable from the work to end wars and the ri…
(2023-02-28). US-Based Human Rights Group Loses Fundraising Platform Over Association With Palestinian NGO. orinocotribune.com By Michael Arria — Feb 23, 2023 | The Alliance for Global Justice's had its online fundraising platform shut down after complaints from a Zionist lawfare group. Is Israel's war on human rights groups coming to the U.S.? | The group Alliance for Global Justice (AfGJ) announced that its ability to fundraise has been impeded over its connection to a Palestinian NGO. | AfGJ serves as a fiscal sponsor for nearly 150 non-profit organizations across the United States, including some that work in Palestine. One of those groups is
(2023-02-28). Haaretz: Israel has erected 'a formal, full-fledged apartheid regime'. juancole.com 
( Middle East Monitor ) — Israel has erected "a formal, full-fledged apartheid regime," the editorial of Haaretz newspaper said yesterday, in a stark warning about the direction of the occupation state. Drawing attention to measures introduced by the far-right government led by Benjamin Netanyahu, Haaretz's editorial said that they include the contentious decision to …
(2023-02-28). Saturday 3/4: Save Some Lot 4 Trees. indybay.org Lot 4, Cedar Street, Santa Cruz…
(2023-02-28). Daily Round-up | One Palestinian dead, hundreds injured in Israeli settlers' attack & other stories. peoplesdispatch.org In today's episode, we bring you stories of a Palestinian being killed in attacks by settlers, thousands taking part in anti-war protests in Italy, Tunisians condemning the statement of their President on migrants, and Cuba and the UN welcoming developments in Colombia's peace talks…
(2023-02-28). Majority of Peruvians disapprove of the Dina Boluarte regime, says survey. peoplesdispatch.org The disapproval rating of Peru's de-facto President Dina Boluarte has risen from 71% in January to 77% in February, while that of the right-wing dominated Congress has increased from 88% to 90%, according to a new
(2023-02-28). School teachers in Portugal demand increase in wages and time-bound promotions. peoplesdispatch.org 
The Portuguese working class has been organizing protests titled Vida Justa ('Fair Life') to demand an increase in wages and pensions and better job security…
(2023-02-28). Thousands of Pashtuns gather in Pakistan demanding an end to police harassment and militarization. peoplesdispatch.org Pashtun Tahafuz Movement leaders have warned the authorities against carrying out military operations in tribal areas, saying that the Pashtuns have suffered tremendously and will not tolerate it any longer…
(2023-02-28). What Is The Rap Music On Trial Bill And Why Is It Important To Hip-Hop? newsone.com 
Source: Prince Williams / Getty | A new documentary, The documentary, which features Fat Joe, Killer Mike,
(2023-02-28). Canadá prohíbe el uso de TikTok en los dispositivos móviles oficiales. cubadebate.cu El gobierno canadiense prohibió el uso de la popular red china de videos cortos TikTok en todos los dispositivos móviles oficiales, anunció el lunes la presidenta del Consejo del Tesoro, Mona Fortier.
(2023-02-28). Las 3 del día: øQué fue noticia este 27 de febrero? (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu El penúltimo día de febrero hemos preparado un podcast cargadito de infomación. En la presente emisión de Las 3 del día podrá encontrar novedades medio ambientales, culturales, económicas, internacionales, deportivas… Y mucho más. Manténgase conectado.
(2023-02-28). øQué sucedió un 27 de febrero en la historia de la Isla de la Juventud? cubadebate.cu En 1954, llegó a Isla de Pinos, el cura párroco Guillermo Sardiñas Menéndez, quien fue designado el párroco de la Iglesia Católica de Nueva Gerona, "Nuestra Señora de los Dolores".El padre Sardiñas rápidamente se identificó con los revolucionarios del pueblo. Tan pronto se organizó la célula del Movimiento Revolucionario 26 de Julio, en Nueva Gerona.
(2023-02-28). Estela del lanzamiento del cohete Falcon 9 de la agencia SpaceX se divisa en el occidente de Cuba (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Usuarios de redes sociales de diferentes localidades del occidente del país reportan el avistamiento de "objetos raros" en el cielo nocturno. Según aclara el meteorólogo matancero Henry Delgado Manzor se trata del lanzamiento del cohete Falcon 9 de la agencia SpaceX desde Cabo Cañaveral, Florida.
(2023-02-28). Celebran los 30 años de la reconocida película cubana "Fresa y Chocolate" (+Video). cubadebate.cu Como una película necesaria y de todos los tiempos describieron Mirta Ibarra y Jorge Perugorría a Fresa y Chocolate, en intercambio con el público en la Isla de la Juventud, a propósito de iniciar aquí la celebración por los 30 años de tan importante cinta cinematográfica cubana. Constituyó un homenaje a Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, Titón, y Juan Carlos Tabío.
(2023-02-28). Desde las redes: Ovni sobre La Habana. cubadebate.cu No es el título de una novela de ciencia ficción. Estamos en un Febrero de Globos Chinos y Objetos Voladores No Identificados en los cielos del Planeta.Y ahora, ahora mismo, acabo de presenciar un extraño fenómeno sobre el caribeño cielo de La Habana.Eran las 7.50 pm. Sobre los hoteles Tritón y Neptuno y el Centro de Negocios sobrevoló una especie de haz de luz.
(2023-02-28). Omara Durand vuelve a las pistas con una victoria en los 200 metros del Grand Prix Mundial de Dubái. cubadebate.cu La cubana Omara Durand retornó a las pistas con triunfo en los 200 metros del Grand Prix Mundial de Paratletismo de Dubái 2023.Acompañada por su guía, Yuniol Kindelán, la santiaguera marcó 24.96 segundos en una carrera de la categoría T12 (débiles visuales profundos) en que el reloj volvió a resultar su único rival.
(2023-02-28). Ricardo Cabrisas sostiene encuentro con el viceministro primero de Relaciones Exteriores de Canadá. cubadebate.cu El vice primer ministro, Ricardo Cabrisas Ruiz, sostuvo este lunes un encuentro, en el Palacio de la Revolución, con el viceministro primero de Relaciones Exteriores de Canadá, David Morrison, como parte de su visita a La Habana para presidir la delegación canadiense que participará en la V Sesión de Consultas Políticas Intercancillerías, a celebrarse este 28 de febrero.
(2023-02-28). Maquillando el cadáver del capitalismo. cubadebate.cu Ya nadie habla de capitalismo. Capitalismo implica capital, que posee otro y tú no tienes. Capitalista es dueño, patrono, tipo que impone hacer lo que a él le da la gana. Ahora se habla del Mercado. Mercado suena impersonal, como el destino o las leyes naturales. Quien dice Mercado casi dice Supermercado, tan abarrotado de bienes que casi olvidamos que hay que pagar la factura.
(2023-02-28). AMLO Calls Boluarte 'Puppet of the Oligarchy'. orinocotribune.com Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) accused the de facto president of Peru, Dina Boluarte, of being a "puppet" of the oligarchy that loots the country's natural resources. | In his daily press conference on Monday, February 27, the Mexican president stated, "a national oligarchy, but above all, a foreign one is plundering Peru's natural resources. They need a puppet… a ruler to suit them, and a congress as well." | López Obrador has compared the current crisis in Peru to what happened in Mexico during "the neoliberal period," when constitutional reforms were carried out in favor of a rapacious…
(2023-02-28). Colombia: Peace Talks Progress as Government Recognizes ELN as 'Political Organization'. orinocotribune.com 
This Saturday, February 25, the Colombian government announced that it would recognize the National Liberation Army (ELN) as a "rebel armed political organization," marking a step forward in peace negotiations aimed at concluding six decades of civil war in the South American country. | The announcement was issued through a statement after the second cycle of dialogues between the Colombian government and the ELN in Mexico. The statement also shows the achievements made to this date between the involved parties. | "The delegations came to an agreement on an issue without which it would be impossible to clearly an…
(2023-02-28). Delcy Rodríguez: There Will Be No Neoliberal Restoration in Venezuela (+Caracazo). orinocotribune.com
(2023-02-28). Behind the Self-Defeating Approach Toward the National Protest Against US War on Russia in Ukraine. orinocotribune.com By Stansfield Smith — Feb 26, 2023 | The
(2023-02-28). Delegación de Caricom viaja a Haití para analizar crisis. telesurtv.net La delegación del Caribe también se reunirá con los líderes de la Policía Nacional de Haití, que ha estado luchando contra las deserciones y las muertes de sus miembros.
(2023-02-28). Oposición protesta contra reforma electoral en México. telesurtv.net La concentración opositora se hizo simultánea en 115 ciudades del país norteamericano, así como en el extranjero de acuerdo a datos de los convocantes.
(2023-02-28). Movimientos sociales anuncian nuevas protestas en Lima, Perú. telesurtv.net Desde Puno, una de las regiones más activa en las protestas contra el Gobierno desde diciembre pasado, se prepara la llamada segunda toma de Lima.
(2023-02-28). Lionel Messi y Alexia Putellas ganan premio The Best de la FIFA. telesurtv.net Messi se impuso en la votación a Kylian Mbappé y Karim Benzema, mientras que la española Putellas, derrotó a Alex Morgan y Beth Mead.
(2023-02-28). Diez muertos por explosión de minas de terroristas en Hama, Siria. telesurtv.net Según detallaron medios locales, los artefactos explosivos pertenecían a terroristas del autodenominado Estado Islámico (Daesh en árabe).
(2023-02-28). Palestina responsabiliza a Israel por crímenes en Nablus. telesurtv.net El premier elogió al pueblo palestino de la ciudad de Huwara y demás barrios atacados por su firmeza frente a los colonos.
(2023-02-28). Sigue monitoreo tras emisión de ceniza del volcán Cotopaxi en Ecuador. telesurtv.net Según los datos de IGE, la nube de un kilómetro de altura sobre el nivel del cráter avanza en dirección sureste y afecta varias regiones cercanas al coloso.
(2023-02-28). Trabajadores paralizan transporte en Buenos Aires. telesurtv.net Los trabajadores denuncian que la empresa "no pagó un acuerdo salarial" y prometen mantener la medida de fuerza hasta que se acrediten los pagos.
(2023-02-28). Conaie anuncia radicalización de su movimiento en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La medida es respuesta al asesinato de Eduardo Mendúa, dirigente de Relaciones Internacionales, perteneciente a la nacionalidad Kofán de Sucumbíos.
(2023-02-28). Alertan sobre más lluvia y nieve en California, EE.UU. telesurtv.net De acuerdo a las proyecciones podría caer hasta 7 pies (213 centímetros) de nieve en la Sierra Nevada de California.
(2023-02-28). Gobierno de Brasil lanza Movimiento Nacional por la Vacunación. telesurtv.net "Vacúnate, protege a quien amas", fue otro de los mensajes compartidos por el jefe de Estado.
(2023-02-28). Presidente de Bolivia resalta estrategia soberana para industrializar el litio. telesurtv.net Los ingresos, de acuerdo al jefe de Estado ascendieron a 556 millones de pesos bolivianos en 2022.
(2023-02-28). Venezuela conmemora 34 años de la rebelión popular del Caracazo. telesurtv.net Durante el Caracazo los venezolanos protestaron, entre otras razones, contra la corrupción, el alza del precio del combustible, así como del valor del pasaje del transporte público.
(2023-02-28). Declaran contenido incendio forestal en Biobío, Chile. telesurtv.net La cartera informó que es el segundo siniestro más grande en la historia de Chile, y dejó más de 74.000 hectáreas quemadas.
(2023-02-28). Disminuyen casos de Covid-19 por novena semana consecutiva en Bolivia. telesurtv.net Según el informe referido por Auza, se detectaron 727 nuevos casos, lo que representa una reducción del 32 por ciento.
(2023-02-28). Ferroviarios franceses convocan huelga contra reforma de pensiones. telesurtv.net Los ocho principales sindicatos de Francia agrupados en la Intersindical llaman a paralizar el país.
(2023-02-28). Condenan a represores chilenos por desaparición de comunistas. telesurtv.net La Segunda Sala de la Corte Suprema dictó sentencia a miembros del Comando Conjunto, organización paramilitar clandestina al servicio del régimen pinochetista.
(2023-02-28). Concluye visita de delegación de Caricom y asociados a Haití. telesurtv.net Tras reuniones con organizaciones privadas, públicas, religiosas y políticas quedó clara la urgencia de proteger a la población de Haití de la acción de las bandas criminales.
(2023-02-28). Supremo brasileño juzgará a militares por atentado golpistas. telesurtv.net El magistrado Alexandre de Moares, autorizó a la Policía Federal a iniciar una investigación por "eventuales delitos" cometidos por militares.
(2023-02-28). Nueva masacre deja al menos tres muertos en Boyacá, Colombia. telesurtv.net Según el balance de Indepaz, en los dos primeros meses del 2023 han ocurrido 21 masacres en Colombia.
(2023-02-28). Justicia peruana rechaza recurso a favor de Pedro Castillo. telesurtv.net El hábeas corpus a favor del expresidente, sostiene que para ser detenido y juzgado se debía levantar la inmunidad que pesaba sobre Pedro Castillo.
(2023-02-28). Registran un sismo de magnitud 5,7 en El Salvador. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico se produjo a las 12H46 (hora local) a unos 55 kilómetros al sur de la playa Las Tunas.
(2023-02-28). Suman 62 migrantes muertos tras naufragio en costas italianas. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento se han rescatado a 81 personas que conformaban los 200 migrantes procedentes de Irak, Irán, Afganistán y Siria.
(2023-02-28). El 58 por ciento de los peruanos se identifica con las protestas. telesurtv.net En las macrozonas del sur del país latinoamericana la identificación con las manifestaciones alcanza el 71 por ciento.
(2023-02-28). Reino Unido y la UE alcanzan acuerdo sobre Irlanda del Norte. telesurtv.net "Juntos hemos modificado el protocolo original y hoy anunciamos el nuevo marco de Windsor", afirmó el primer ministro británico.
(2023-02-28). Chile Declares 'Santa Ana' Forest Fire in Biobío Under Control. telesurenglish.net Chile's National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) declared the forest fire, known as "Santa Ana" which affected several communities in the Biobío Region for 25 days, under control. | RELATED: | "After overflight of sectors 1 to 6 only hot spots are observed within the burned area," Conaf said through its official Twitter account. The hot spots are far from the perimeter of the fire. | According to the agency, the "Santa Ana" fire started on February 2 and swept thro…
(2023-02-28). Caterpillar workers have a right to know what's being said in the contract talks! Prepare to launch a counteroffensive of Cat workers and autoworkers! wsws.org With only hours remaining until the March 1 contract expiration between Caterpillar and the UAW, workers are being kept in the dark over what is really being discussed between management and UAW officials.
(2023-02-28). Orion 23: France holds its largest-ever military exercise for war with Russia. wsws.org The war games come as millions protest Macron's pension reform, and broader attacks on wages and social spending, designed to fund the state's rearmament campaign.
(2023-02-28). Ontario Federation of Labour's "Enough is enough" campaign: a trap for the working class. wsws.org "Enough is enough" is a fraud that aims to ensnare workers in a toothless protest campaign confined to Ontario's provincial borders, and led by the very same unions that are propping up the Trudeau Liberal government at the federal level as it spends billions on war and takes the axe to public spending.
(2023-02-28). Biden's program for mass hunger: Food stamps being cut back for 42 million. wsws.org On March 1, the emergency allocation of food stamp benefits provided during the COVID-19 pandemic will expire in every state, reducing food stamp recipients to an average benefit of $6.10 a day, about $2 a meal.
(2023-02-28). SEP/IYSSE (Sri Lanka) online public meeting this Sunday: Oppose the president's scuttling of local elections! Mobilise the working class to defend democratic and social rights! wsws.org The SEP/IYSSE meeting will discuss President Ranil Wickremesinghe's cancellation of the March 9 local government elections and his government's escalating attacks on democratic and social rights.
(2023-02-28). Oppose University of Sydney's suspension of students who protested former prime minister! wsws.org The university management is setting a precedent for far-reaching attacks on freedom of speech and other core democratic rights, amid growing opposition to war.
(2023-02-28). Left Party politician Sahra Wagenknecht's "Revolt for Peace": German nationalism instead of a fight against war. wsws.org The "Revolt for Peace" rally was not a call to fight war, but an appeal to the government to protect German interests more consistently.
(2023-02-28). Young Guard of Bolshevik Leninists celebrates 5-year anniversary. wsws.org The meeting to celebrate the anniversary of the youth organization in Russia and the former Soviet Union was marked by a high level of consciousness of the historical and political tasks confronting workers and young people in the fight to build sections of the ICFI.
(2023-02-28). Class struggles mount in Turkey after earthquake disaster. wsws.org As aftershocks continue and millions struggle to survive without basic necessities in Turkey, corporations insist that production and profit flows cannot stop.
(2023-02-28). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Over 64,000 bank workers in Argentina took part in a one-day strike last week to demand pay raises that keep pace with soaring inflation.
(2023-02-28). Australian military analysts warn against a US-led war with China. wsws.org The analysts are not in any sense anti-war, but rather represent a dissident faction of the ruling class deeply concerned about the implications for Australian imperialism of a US-led war against its largest trading partner, China.
(2023-02-28). Video: Residents of East Palestine speak out on poisoning of their town by Norfolk Southern. wsws.org "I have a 14 year old, she goes to school here. She has no future. You don't know what the long-term effects are," one resident told the WSWS.
(2023-02-28). One year on—Australia's floods: An indictment of capitalism. wsws.org None of the basic failures exposed by last year's floods crisis has been resolved, and the contemptuous and inadequate response of governments continues, underscoring the need for a social program.
(2023-02-28). The Wuhan lab lie: "Weapons of mass destruction" redux. wsws.org In an uncanny instance of history repeating itself, the lies used to justify the 2003 invasion of Iraq based on false claims about "weapons of mass destruction" are being used to promote the United States' unprecedented military buildup around China.
(2023-02-28). Vengeance: B.J. Novak's directorial debut. wsws.org Novak, best known for his role as the scheming temp Ryan on the television series The Office, wrote and makes his directorial debut with Vengeance.
(2023-02-28). Sri Lankan SEP denounces police attack on Sunday protest against cancellation of local elections. wsws.org The massive police assault on the Sunday protest makes clear that the Wickremesinghe government will not tolerate any opposition to its reactionary political, economic and social policies.
(2023-02-28). Whatever Happened To 'Bangin' On Wax' Rappers from '90s? 5 Things To Know. moguldom.com In the 1990s, there was a short-lived hip-hop group called Bloods & Crips. It was a group of real-life rival gang members from Los Angeles, who were also rappers. One of the collective's albums was "Bangin' On Wax." The group had members from the Bloods and Cribs. The Bloods are a primarily African-American street gang …
(2023-02-28). Medvedev Says West Pumping Weapons Into Ukraine Could Bring 'Apocalypse'. news.antiwar.com Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warned in an op-ed published on Sunday that the Western policy of pouring weapons into Ukraine could lead to "apocalypse." "One could continue to pump weapons into the neo-fascist Kiev regime and block any opportunity to revive negotiations," Medvedev wrote in the Russian newspaper Izvestiya. "Our enemies are doing just …
(2023-02-28). Taiwan to Criminalize Spreading Rumors During Wartime. news.antiwar.com Taiwan is expected to pass a new law that would criminalize spreading rumors or "disinformation" during wartime as the island takes more steps to prepare for a potential future conflict with China. Taiwan's Defense Ministry has submitted a revised version of the island's All-out Defense Mobilization Readiness Act, a law that outlines rules during mobilization …
(2023-02-28). INTERVIEW: Turn the tide on water crisis with game-changing commitments, urge co-hosts of UN conference. news.un.org Water is life, yet this vital natural resource is being depleted, polluted and mismanaged. Disruption to the hydrological cycle is also causing more water-related disasters. To tackle the challenges, the United Nations will convene in March one of the most important water events in history at its Headquarters in New York.
(2023-02-28). NewsGuard Misinfo Watchdog: Contracts with DoD, WHO, Pfizer, Microsoft and AFT. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). China's Peace Plan for Ukraine: America Does Not Want Peace, Prepare for a Horrific Global War? globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Food Industry Insider Warns of Contaminated Crops as a Result of the East Palestine Environmental Disaster. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Video: "Never Again Is Now Global": Part IV. This Time Around We're All Jews. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Calling the 2014 Overthrow of Ukraine's Yanukovych a "U.S. Coup" Is True, and Extremely Important. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Ohio East Palestine Residents' Shock Illnesses After Derailment. "My normal voice is low. It's hard to breathe. My chest hurts" globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Avalon Militarism. Australia's Air Show, A Celebration of Aerospace. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). The Antiwar Movement Roars Back to Life. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Call for the Total Evacuation of East Palestine Due to Extremely Toxic "Dioxin Fallout" that Will Poison the Land and Crops for Generations. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Gaza Children's Artwork Removed from London Hospital. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Blow-up of Nord Stream I and II: Did the German Chancellor and the President of the European Commission Betray the People of Germany and Europe? globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Post Earthquake Syria: Multi-million-funded Al Qaeda/White Helmets Are Back. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Cardiac Testing at Washington Public Event Found 53% Myocarditis Rate, Including Two Active Duty US Military Pilots. What Does It Mean? globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). A Nanny State Idiocracy: When the Government Thinks It Knows Best. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). By Rejecting China's Peace Plan West Pushes Beijing Closer to Russia. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). US 'Diplomacy' — Bottomless Pit of Hypocrisy and Double Standards. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). America Goes to War Constantly Without Regard for Any Real National Interest. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). German Lawmakers Demand Nord Stream Explosion Investigation. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Selected Articles: Game Over: Medicare Data Shows the COVID Vaccines Increase Your Risk of Dying. globalresearch.ca 
By Isn't it a shame that none of the world's governments make the vaccination-death records publicly available? My claim is that …
(2023-02-28). Building Unity Against Imperialism in the 21st Century—Lessons from African American History and the Necessity of Ending Permanent Wars of Aggression and Conquest. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-28). Bangladesh: Balancing Act between Beijing, Washington and New Delhi. journal-neo.org 
The People's Republic of Bangladesh seeks to maintain a special status in the global geopolitical arena by refusing to join any defense alliances and attempting to remain neutral. This trend can be explained by the fact that China and India account for approximately 35% of all Bangladeshi imports, primarily machinery and energy resources, while the West …
(2023-02-28). Don't Believe Anything — But Recognize the Verge of a New Dark Age. journal-neo.org 
(2023-02-28). Sudan to normalize relations with Israel, will Sudan succeed? journal-neo.org 
According to the Sudanese Foreign Ministry, Khartoum is bolstering its lines of communication with Tel Aviv in order to fully normalize relations. After meeting with the head of the Sovereignty Council and other Sudanese officials in February, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen made the announcement. The goal of the talks, according to a spokesman for Sudan's …
(2023-02-28). Rupture and radical yearning. greenleft.org.au Bill Nevins reviews British author China Miéville's very readable book, A Spectre Haunting, about the concept of alternative world-creation in Karl Marx' and Friedrich Engels' Communist Manifesto.
(2023-02-28). Avalon Airshow a display of militarism. greenleft.org.au The arms manufacturers are salivating that Australia's military policy is finally moving in the right direction. Binony Kampmark reports on Deputy PM Richard Marles' enthusiasm.
(2023-02-28). It's Going Down Takes Over "It Could Happen Here" itsgoingdown.org In case you missed it, It's Going Down has released a series of shows on the popular podcast It Could Happen Here, part of Cool Zone Media. Here's a roundup of the five episodes we've produced so far: Episode #1: A General Strike Might Be Closer Than You Think: Pt #1, the Class War Explodes…
(2023-02-28). Socialist Alliance calls for rent freeze, end to no-grounds evictions. greenleft.org.au Housing has become a significant election issue as rents skyrocket and tenants can be thrown out of their homes at the whim of a landlord. Jim McIlroy report.
(2023-02-28). British Labour MP John McDonnell: 'Ukrainians must be allowed to decide their future'. greenleft.org.au British Labour MP John McDonnell argues that to force a negotiated settlement to Russia's war on Ukraine, the left should support Ukrainians' right to defend themselves.
(2023-02-28). The movement for refugee rights must continue. greenleft.org.au Refugees and their supporters have called a major rally in Canberra on March 6 and around the country on April 2. Labor's "resolution of status" permanent visa does not go far enough, argues Jonathan Strauss.
(2023-02-27). State intervention can solve the housing problem after earthquake in Türkiye. uwidata.com United World International author Mehmet Perinàßek gave two different interviews to the Russian RIA Novosti news agency about the housing problem after the earthquake in Türkiye. We present the two interviews, dated February 14 and February 23, published in Russian, to our readers together translated into English. ————- The placement of earthquake victims in the …
(2023-02-27). Syria after the earthquake. unitedworldint.com The earthquake of February 6 did not care about borders and shook Türkiye and Syria similarly. But the two countries presented a quite different capacity to respond the disaster. We spoke with Firas Alshoufi, Journalist in the Syrian daily newspaper Al Akhbar on the reasons for that difference, the current situation in Syria and political …
(2023-02-27). When it Comes to Ukraine and Russia, the United States Intel Community is Confusing Pyrite with Genuine Gold. sonar21.com 
I am following up on my previous posts about the failure of the U.S. intelligence community, the CIA in particular, in providing an accurate, objective assessment of the war in…
(2023-02-27). Mass incarceration has lasted for 50 years now. therealnews.com 
The growth of the US prison population under a system of mass incarceration has now gone on for 50 years, according to
(2023-02-27). Eyewitness: 'Settlers carried out new Nakba' in Huwara. therealnews.com 
An eyewitness to extreme settler violence near the city of Nablus in the occupied West Bank describes the worst attack on his village of Huwara 'since the First Intifada'. The attacks by illegal Israeli settlers and soldiers left one Palestinian dead as well as Palestinian cars, homes and businesses burnt to the ground.
(2023-02-27). UK nurses join Britain's cost of living strike wave to save NHS. therealnews.com 
After decades of targeted underfunding, the UK's National Health Service is on the verge of collapse. Spiking inflation as a result of corporate profiteering in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine War have only worsened the situation, as the UK's 300,000 nurses face staffing shortages on top of a cost of living crisis. All these conditions have driven the Royal College of Nurses to strike. This video is part of an ongoing Workers of the World series about the cost of living crisis in Europe. | Producer: Alexander Morris | Videographer: Julia Schà∂nheit, Alexander Morris | Video editor: L…
(2023-02-27). University of South Florida students defend affirmative action, demand increased Black enrollment. fightbacknews.org Tampa, FL – On Tuesday, February 21, around 20 students at the University of South Florida gathered outside of the Marshall Student Center to show their support for affirmative action and diversity programs, and to demand increased Black enrollment at their university. Tampa Bay Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) called this protest alongside other SDS chapters to bring attention to two U.S. Supreme Court cases which might overturn affirmative action measures, one against Harvard University and one against the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. | Speakers made references to the racist Florida gover…
(2023-02-27). Milwaukee: Justice for Keishon Thomas! Indict all officers involved! fightbacknews.org Fight Back News Service is circulating the statement from the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (MAARPR). | On February 24, 2023, two Milwaukee police officers were criminally charged for their involvement in the in-custody death of Keishon Thomas. Thomas died on February 23, 2022 from acute mixed drug intoxication due to staff neglect and abuse while being held in Police District 5. | The officers involved were Donald Krueger and Marco Lopez. Krueger is charged with one felony count of abuse of a resident in a penal facility. Lopez is charged with one felony count of misconduct in public…
(2023-02-27). Against Trotskyism: Trotsky and the Soviet Union. fightbacknews.org Trotsky argued, before and after the revolution of 1917, that building socialism in one country was impossible, and that the success of the revolution was dependent on the immediate expansion of the revolution to Western Europe. Once this didn't happen, Trotsky's only way to persist in this theory was to say that the Soviet Union wasn't truly building socialism. | Despite Trotsky's protests to the contrary, the Soviet Union, in fact, accomplished a great deal. By putting the means of production under the control of the proletarian dictatorship, the Soviet Union, in just a few decades, went from a backwards count…
(2023-02-27). Minneapolis: East Phillips fight to stop Roof Depot demolition continues with legal win. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN – This week has been eventful in the East Phillips fight to stop the demolition of the arsenic-contaminated site of the Roof Depot building in south Minneapolis. | At dawn on Tuesday, February 22, defenders set up encampment at the site. That evening, Minneapolis cops On Thursday, February 24, Little Earth – a mostly native housing complex bordering the Roof Depot site – residents had a caravan to the Minneapolis city council meeting. Despite over a foot of s…
(2023-02-27). Britain to Mongolia: more than just a partner? journal-neo.org 
The United Kingdom is one of Mongolia's main "third neighbors," according to Mongolia's current foreign policy concept. Neither its limited participation in global political and economic processes, nor its extreme geographical distance from Mongolia in comparison to Japan and South Korea, removes it from the list of Mongolia's key "third neighbor" partners. The United Kingdom …
(2023-02-27). How and why is Pakistan assisting Ukraine? journal-neo.org 
Recently, reports that Pakistan, which previously attempted to portray itself as a supporter of Russia, started to provide assistance to Ukraine, including weapons, against the backdrop of the special operation carried out by Moscow against the neo-fascist regime of Kyiv, have been increasingly published by media outlets other than Ukrainian and Indian media. Islamabad's "political …
(2023-02-27). Tbilisi Georgia: An Earthquake Disaster Waiting to Happen? journal-neo.org 
(2023-02-27). Democrats Praise Bush, Want More Small-Business War Profiteers. strategic-culture.org At a Friday event commemorating the 20th anniversary of the President's Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) hosted by the George W Bush Institute, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke glowingly of the president who instituted the program in 2003 at the same time he was preparing to launch an invasion which would inflict unfathomable horrors upon our world which continue to unfold to this day.
(2023-02-27). East Palestine, Ohio and the Oblivious Democrats. strategic-culture.org 
The train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio on February 3rd that led to a "controlled" explosion of toxic chemicals that's now causing sickness among residents there was preventable. Both the Obama and Trump administrations made compromises driven by rail industry lobbyists that contributed to the disaster, which isn't surprising, given the corporate capture of the U.S. government. The disaster represents a bipartisan failure, yet somehow it's the Democrats who've emerged as the party most out of touch with the suffering of the people of East Palestine.
(2023-02-27). Some Basic Calculus in the EU Wouldn't Go Amiss. strategic-culture.org Voluntary departure of the Western producers from Russia has enabled the Chinese producers to size up the European market in all its entirety and fill up the vacancies soon enough. | The Council of the EU has passed a new resolution on the
(2023-02-27). [Articles] Distressing dreams in childhood and risk of cognitive impairment or Parkinson's disease in adulthood: a national birth cohort study. thelancet.com Having persistent distressing dreams during childhood may be associated with an increased risk of developing cognitive impairment or PD in adulthood. Future studies are needed to confirm these findings and to determine whether treating distressing dreams during early life may lower the risk of dementia and PD.
(2023-02-27). Former CIA Officer McGovern on Ukraine, NATO and Nord Stream at UN Security Council. dissidentvoice.org On February 22, 2023, former CIA analyst turned political activist Ray McGovern addresses the United Nations Security Council on Russia-U.S. relations. McGovern emphasizes the need to understand Russia's security concerns and to push forward with diplomacy. McGovern was a CIA analyst from 1963 to 1990 and in the 1980s directed the National Intelligence Estimates and …
(2023-02-27). Manichaeism and 'An Ideology of Liberal Empire' — Biden's Forever Cosmic War Against Russian 'Evil'. thealtworld.com When the U.S. begins its pivot away from Ukraine, and looks fully to Europeanise the war, the political class won't be seen 'for the dust'. | "Appetites of the autocrat cannot be appeased. They must be opposed. Autocrats only understand one word: "No." "No." "No." (Applause.). "No, you will not take my country." "No, you will not take my freedom." "No, you will not take my future … A dictator bent on rebuilding an empire will never be able to ease [erase] the people's love of liberty. Brutality will never grind down the will of the free. And Ukraine — Ukraine will never be a victory for Russia. Never". (A…
(2023-02-27). A farewell to Jon N. Hall. americanthinker.com Time has claimed yet another AT contributor.
(2023-02-27). About that big march in Mexico. americanthinker.com Many people marched south of the border rejecting President Lopez-Obrador's changes to the electoral process.
(2023-02-27). Biden must go gentle into that good night. americanthinker.com For it to be "morning again in America," Joe Biden must ignore Dylan Thomas exhortation, and go gentle into that good night.
(2023-02-27). Speciesism': A grave threat to life on Earth? americanthinker.com William Shakespeare was no more important than a tarantula, say pomo academics.
(2023-02-27). What's behind the push for electric vehicles? americanthinker.com Why the huge push by the U.S. government to convert to electric vehicles?
(2023-02-27). The Right Wing Is Organizing In Canada; Can The Left Stop Them? popularresistance.org Since the start of COVID-19, workers have coupled innovative new organizing models with traditional "ground game" to gain incredible wins at worksites around the world. These have ranged from Amazon to Trader Joe's in the United States, Indigo Chapters Bookstores to Second City (AICE Union) in Canada, and of course the historic farmers strike in India. Each of these campaigns amplified their voices through the use of social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram and, YouTube. These workers also had something else on their side—a captive audience.
(2023-02-27). One year of baby formula shortage in the US. peoplesdispatch.org Families in the US are struggling with the effects of an infant formula shortage caused by over-reliance on commercial milk formula producers and absence of support for breastfeeding and human milk banks…
(2023-02-27). Saturday 2/25: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Haifawi" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-02-27). After Being Accused of Satanic Theme At Super Bowl, Rihanna Reported To FCC Over Sexual Performance. moguldom.com Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime spectacular on Feb. 12 drew all kinds of reactions. Some loved the 13-minute performance, complete with a multitude of dancers. Some complained that Rhianna's performance was low-energy. It even caused viewer complaints to the Federal Communications Commission. But the color of her outfit—-red—-seems to have sparked a rumor that the show …
(2023-02-27). Airstrikes On Taliban Positions In Afghanistan Since 2021 — Infographics. southfront.org 
(2023-02-27). Head Of CIA Enters Media War With Russia. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | The meeting of the head of the US CIA William Burns and the head of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Sergei Naryshkin on the possible use of nuclear weapons took place in November 2022 in Istanbul, but it turned out that the counterparts evaluated its results differently. | In his interview with CBS News, CIA Director Bill Burns claimed that the meeting was "pretty dispiriting.""There was a very defiant attitude on the part of Mr. Naryshkin as well. A sense of cockiness and hubris,…
(2023-02-27). In Video: Nazi Tanks On Their Way Back To Russian Soil. southfront.org 
(2023-02-27). In Video: Russian Marines Storming The City Of Ugledar. southfront.org
(2023-02-27). Making History With "Meat Ramparts" — C'est Bakhmut. southfront.org 
Ukrainian soldiers after a battle near Bakhmut | It is safe to say that Kiev has accepted the inevitable loss of Bakhmut. | Now the main task of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) is to contain the assault units of the Wagner PMC in the city area as long as possible, buying time to prepare other defensive lines. Once the Russians have cleared the Bakhmut area, they will inevitably pose a direct threat to Seversk and Slavyansk, the last Ukrainian strongholds remaining in the Donbass. | That is why Gener…
(2023-02-27). Military Situation In Bakhmut On February 27, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
(2023-02-27). Military Situation In Southern Ukraine On February 27, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russian forces destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Nikolayev with high-precision missiles; | Russian forces destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Zaporozhye with high-precision missiles; | Artillery duels continue between the AFU and Russian forces in the area of Kakhovka; | Artillery duels between the AFU and Russian forces continue in the area of Gulyaipole; | Artillery duels between the AFU and Russian forces continue in the area of…
(2023-02-27). Military Situation In Syria On February 27, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On February 27, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 2 times: 1 — in Idlib province, 2 — in Latakia province, 1 in Hama province; | On February 27, SAA artillery shelled positions of Turkish-backed forces near Banin village; | On February 27, SAA artillery shelled positions of Turkish-backed forces near Kafariya village; | On February 27, Turkish artillery shelled SDF positions near Ain Issa; | On February 27, a…
(2023-02-27). Military Situation In Ukraine On February 27, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russian forces destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Bakhmut with high-precision missiles; | Russian forces destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Zaporozhye with high-precision missiles; | Russian forces destroyed an electronic intelligence centre near Brovary with high-precision missiles; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Kupyansk; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Nevskoye; | Clashes between the Russian Army a…
(2023-02-27). Russian Long-Range Radar Detection And Control Aircraft Targeted At Airfield In Belarus — Reports. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image: Russian A-50U | On the morning of February 26, a military airfield located on the outskirts of the capital of Belarus reportedly came under attack. This military facility hosted Russian military aircraft. | According to some Belarusian news sources, at least two explosions thundered on the territory of the military airfield in the village of Machulishchi. Some sources claimed that three explosions were heard in the area. One of them thundered at night and two others were reportedly heard in the mornin…
(2023-02-27). The Invisible Victims Of The War In Ukraine. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image"It is the writer's duty to tell the terrible truth, and it is a reader's civic duty to learn this truth. To turn away, to close one's eyes and walk past is to insult the memory of those who have perished." | ‚Äï Vasily Grossman, Written by Dr. Leon Tressell | On 20 February Didier Reynders,the European Commissioner for Justice, announced that a new international centre…
(2023-02-27). The West Severely Miscalculated The Geopolitical Ramifications Of The War In Ukraine. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image: Russian President Vladimir Putin gestures as he speaks at the 10th business forum "Business Russia" in 2015. Putin has encouraged businesses to expand domestically before Western nations lift economic sanctionsThe EU, and not Russia, has weakened since the start of the special military operation | Written by Ahmed Adel, Cairo-based geopolitics and political economy researcher | Although many remember February 24 as the first anniversary of the war in Ukraine, Russia's special military operation is act…
(2023-02-27). West Tells Global South 'You Can't be Neutral' in Ukraine War: You Are Either with Us, or Against Us. southfront.org 
Written by Ben Norton. Originally published by Geopolitical Economy Report The foreign ministers of the United States, Germany, and Ukraine have…
(2023-02-27). Western Leaders Privately Admit Ukraine Can't Win The War. southfront.org 
Élysée Palace where Macron and Scholz told Zelensky to seek peace. (U.S. State Dept.) | Written by Western leaders privately told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Ukraine can not win the war against Russia and that it should begin peace talks with Moscow this year in exchange for closer ties with NATO. | The private communications are at odds wit…
(2023-02-27). After Public Scandal Solved, Wagner's Advance Steams Ahead In Bakhmut. southfront.org 
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(2023-02-27). Join the Artists & Cultural Workers contingent on March 18! answercoalition.org 
(2023-02-27). Can Public Comments Penetrate FDA's Illusory Parallel Universe? transcend.org On 26 Jan 2023, the 178th Meeting of Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee met to pretend to have a process before unanimously "voting" to authorize a simplified annual Covid shot in order to not confuse the public.
(2023-02-27). China Report Excoriates 'US Hegemony', War Crimes, CIA Coups, 400 Foreign Interventions. transcend.org 23 Feb 2023 – China's Foreign Ministry published a lengthy report condemning "US hegemony" and its crimes around the world, including wars with millions of victims, coups and "regime change" against elected leaders, and 400 foreign military interventions.
(2023-02-27). From South Africa to Israel, the Three Pillars of Apartheid. transcend.org How does a South African and former anti-apartheid activist feel about visiting Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories? Classification of the population, freedom of choice of residence and movement, importance of security: based on the three central drivers of separation, Israeli apartheid is worse than South Africa's.
(2023-02-27). Hasta Siempre Comandante Che Guevara (Music Video of the Week). transcend.org Song in honor of the great revolutionary leader, Ernesto Che Guevara, by Cuban composer Pablo Cuebras. Viva Che !!!
(2023-02-27). In Homage to David Ray Griffin: Indispensable Public Intellectual. transcend.org I think it was the successful branding of the 9/11 skeptics as 'wacky' that proved more useful in squelching their influence than by labeling them as 'dangerous,' 'subversive,' and 'radical' or 'socialist.' It might be understood as the advent of a more advanced, more sophisticated version of McCarthyism, a discrediting ploy that George Orwell would have immediately understood.
(2023-02-27). International Investigative Commission into the Terrorist Attacks on Nord Stream. transcend.org German Lawmaker Calls for Nord Stream Probe on a 10 Feb 2023 Speech to the Bundestag – MP Sevim Dagdelen takes the Scholz government to task for its lack of "strength and will" in responding to Seymour Hersh's reporting on the U.S. sabotage of the Russian pipeline.
(2023-02-27). Malcolm X: His Struggle Continues. transcend.org Malcolm X was assassinated 58 years ago, on 21 Feb 1965, standing at the podium before a crowd in Harlem's Audubon Ballroom. His wife Betty Shabazz, pregnant with twins, and his four daughters were in the ballroom looking on.
(2023-02-27). One Humanity and the Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. transcend.org 22 Feb 2023 – Reflections on the Aftermath of Earthquakes and Human Survival…
(2023-02-27). Provocation of "Unprovoked Aggression" by Varieties of Encroachment. transcend.org Challenge of Insensitivity to Collective Historical Amnesia – Expression of alternative perspectives on the USA/NATO-Russia-Ukraine armed conflict has been limited–and actively suppressed as "disinformation" whenever possible. Those articulating such perspectives have been discredited and personally condemned, if not actively sanctioned in some manner.
(2023-02-27). Putin Suspends START Nuclear Pact with USA. transcend.org 22 Feb 2023 – Vladimir Putin suspended Moscow's participation in the last remaining nuclear arms control pact with the US, announcing the move yesterday in a bitter speech in which he made clear he would not change his strategy in the war in Ukraine.
(2023-02-27). Seymour Hersh on "How the US Took Out the Nord Stream Pipeline": Exclusive TV Interview. transcend.org 15 Feb 2023 – When the Nord Stream pipelines carrying natural gas from Russia to Germany were damaged last September, U.S. officials were quick to suggest Russia had bombed its own pipelines. But according to a new report by the legendary investigative journalist Seymour Hersh, it was the U.S. Navy that carried out the sabotage, with help from Norway. "The fear was Europe would walk away from the war," he says.
(2023-02-27). The 20th Anniversary of the Sociocide of Iraq by Bush/Cheney. transcend.org 23 Feb 2023 – Will President Biden, Congress and other North Americans recognize the massive war crimes committed against the Iraqi people with appropriate declarations and actions on 19 Mar 2023?>
(2023-02-27). The Security Apparati: Tentacles of Global Peace Disruptors (Part 1). transcend.org 25 Feb 2023 – This publication discusses the global strategies, after the two world wars, when the great powers, suspicious of foreign ones, entered into a phase of Cold War using subterfuge, covert operations, and secret, double or triple agents, to gain access to strategic information.
(2023-02-27). The Ukraine War Viewed from the Global South. transcend.org 22 Feb 2023 — In October 2022, about eight months after the beginning of the war in Ukraine, the University of Cambridge harmonized surveys that asked the inhabitants of 137 countries about their views of the West, Russia, and China: different perspectives.
(2023-02-27). 'Ticking Time Bombs' for the Most Defenceless: The Children (I). transcend.org 22 Feb 2023 – Today, there are more children in need of desperate humanitarian assistance than at any other time since World War II.
(2023-02-27). 'Ticking Time Bombs' for the Most Defenceless: The Children (II). transcend.org 23 Feb 2023 – While the world's biggest powers and their giant private corporations continue to attach high priority to their military —and commercial— dominance, both of them being shockingly profitable, entire generations are being lost to deadly armed conflicts, devastating climate catastrophes, diseases, hunger and more imposed impoverishment.
(2023-02-27). U.S. Hegemony: At War with China's Global Security Initiative. transcend.org 24 Feb 2023 – Over the last week China released a flurry of papers and statements accusing the U.S. of hegemony while contrasting it with China's peace initiatives. As 'western' media rarely communicate what the Chinese say I find it necessary to give the Chinese standpoint some extended space.
(2023-02-27). Ukraine: 1 Year of War on Top of 30 Years of Conflict Escalation. transcend.org 23 Feb 2023 – The Only Re-Armament Needed Is Intellectual and Moral — on All Sides – Beyond Russia, NATO/EU policies will prove morally wrong, unrealistic, dangerous and self-destructive.
(2023-02-27). US Power Alliance Says It's Preparing an "Information War" against China. transcend.org 24 Feb 2023 – In an article published last week titled "US working with 'Five Eyes' nations, Japan on information warfare" C4ISRNET, a military intelligence and communications publication, reports that the US and its allies are collaborating "to share and sharpen information-warfare techniques in the Indo-Pacific" with the goal of "countering" the "increasingly aggressive China."
(2023-02-27). We Are Being Smashed Politically, Economically, Medically and Technologically by the Elite's 'Great Reset': Why? How Do We Fight Back Effectively? transcend.org 21 Feb 2023 – Since the dawn of human civilization 5,000 years ago, ordinary people like you and me have been engaged in an endless struggle to resist efforts by elites, whether local, national, international or global, to assert complete control over us and the resources around us.
(2023-02-27). Who Really Started the Ukraine Wars? transcend.org 16 Feb 2023 – The Four Interrelated Wars in Ukraine…
(2023-02-27). Who's Winning and Losing the Economic War over Ukraine? transcend.org 21 Feb 2023 – After a year of war, Western expectations have gone up in smoke (and methane). The winners are the opportunists and war profiteers; the losers are the people of Ukraine, working/poor people everywhere, and hopes of halting the climate crisis, as half a million tons of methane rose from the sabotaged Nord Stream pipeline.
(2023-02-27). Study: West Is Out Of Touch With Rest Of World Politically. popularresistance.org A study by an elite European government-funded think tank found that, while the United States and Europe are growing closer together, the West is increasingly out of touch politically with the rest of the world. | The report, from the EU member state-financed European Council on Foreign Relations, conceded that the system of "American global supremacy" is in rapid decline, and many people in the Global South want a new "multipolar world". | The series of polls concluded that NATO's proxy war in "Ukraine confirmed the renewed centrality of American power to Europe", uniting the West under Washington's leadership.
(2023-02-27). The final system question Parts 1 and 2. indybay.org The enrichment elites of the West in particular have been trying for decades to extend their influence to the whole world. That is their declared concept. The worldwide "final victory", the "end of history" (4), the elimination of all competitors for raw materials and markets, have been part of capitalism and imperialism from the very beginning.
(2023-02-27). Black Leaders Condemn Mississippi White Republicans For Creating Rogue Court System. newsone.com 
(2023-02-27). The NBA Has A History Of Drug Testing Players After Big Games. newsone.com 
Source: Alika Jenner / Getty | The NBA seems to have a thing for drug testing its athletes after they have big performances on the court. | Sunday night, Portland Trail Blazers guard
(2023-02-27). Magical Weapons for Ukraine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). The Matriarchs of Wounded Knee: Fourteen Minutes of Power. indybay.org In a powerful 14-minutes, the Matriarchs of Wounded Knee describe how the Occupation of Wounded Knee began during a time of terror for Oglala Lakota on Pine Ridge. The special presentation of oral history by the Warrior Women's Project on Saturday is part of four days of events celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Wounded Knee.
(2023-02-27). 'Dilbert': Racist Comments Draw Attention To Comic Strip's First Black Character. newsone.com 
Scott Adams, cartoonist and author and creator of "Dilbert", poses for a portrait in his home office on January 6, 2014, in Pleasanton, California. | Source: San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers via Getty Images / Getty | Amid Could it be an uncanny coincidence that Adams' famed comic str…
(2023-02-27). China calls for Ukraine ceasefire and issues 12-point peace plan. peoplesworld.org 
China on Friday called for a comprehensive ceasefire and negotiations to end the war in Ukraine and issued a 12-point plan to achieve peace. China rolled out its plan at the United Nations and in the international press over the weekend. "Conflict and war benefit no one," declared a statement from the Ministry of Foreign …
(2023-02-27). China pide cese al fuego en Ucrania y emite plan de paz de 12 puntos. peoplesworld.org China pidió el viernes un alto el fuego integral y negociaciones para poner fin a la guerra en Ucrania y emitió un plan de 12 puntos para lograr la paz. China presentó su plan en las Naciones Unidas y en la prensa internacional durante el fin de semana. "El conflicto y la guerra no benefician …
(2023-02-27). There Has Never In History Been A Greater Need For A Large Anti-War Movement. thealtworld.com
(2023-02-27). Eco-Anxiety Motivates Puerto Rico Activists to Defend Environment. latinorebels.com With miles of beaches and lush rainforest, Puerto Rico is often touted as a paradise for vacationers. But for the people who live there, rampant development and the worsening effects of climate change have bred a sense of ecological anxiety that drives many to fight for the environment.
(2023-02-27). The Natural Gas Industry Sees Cow Manure Gas As The Key To Net Zero. popularresistance.org Chevron has been talking a lot about cows lately. Alongside POLITICO articles about clean energy, in D.C. newsletters, on Facebook and LinkedIn, are Chevron's recent ads featuring taglines like "We're looking to turn the methane from cow üí© into the fuels of the future." Each ad links to a page on Chevron's website which explains how methane captured from manure is actually "renewable natural gas." | But Chevron isn't the only one talking cow manure. As world leaders convened in Egypt last November to negotiate climate action at the United Nations COP27 summit, a dairy industry trade ass…
(2023-02-27). Pursuing peace in Ukraine, new nuke risks and more. ceasefire.ca Most Western analysts foresee a continued "war of attrition" with no end in sight.
(2023-02-27). After Backpedaling on Gas Stove Ban, Administration Plans to Raise Costs Via New Efficiency Regs. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). People's World on the front line battling right-wing thought control. peoplesworld.org 
There is a war being waged against truth and legitimate information in our country. The far-right wants to obscure real history, making it something that caters to values that fly in the face of inclusivity, progress, and diversity. These culture wars not only push bigoted rhetoric but are used as a tool to distract from …
(2023-02-27). The Trump-Russia Saga And The Death Spiral Of American Journalism. popularresistance.org Reporters make mistakes. It is the nature of the trade. There are always a few stories we wish were reported more carefully. Writing on deadline with often only a few hours before publication is an imperfect art. But when mistakes occur, they must be acknowledged and publicized. To cover them up, to pretend they did not happen, destroys our credibility. Once this credibility is gone, the press becomes nothing more than an echo chamber for a selected demographic. This, unfortunately, is the model that now defines the commerical media. | The failure to report accurately on the Trump-Russia saga for the four years o…
(2023-02-27). Thursday 3/30: On Social Justice and the Enneagram. indybay.org
(2023-02-27). Thursday 4/20: On the Racism of People Who Love You. indybay.org California Institute of Integral Studies | 1453 Mission St. | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2023-02-27). Social Security Full Retirement Age Increased by 2 Years While Life Expectancy Decreased 0.4 Years. peoplespolicyproject.org 
(2023-02-27). One Philly Neighborhood Fights Gentrification — Block By Block. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Walking around the blocks near the University City Townhomes in West Philadelphia, resident Rasheda Alexander, a single mom who works with the city's unhoused community, pointed out the changes that had been made. | "There used to be a hair store on the corner. And [there] was a cafe…they tore it down. They sold it, they tore it down" Alexander to the Capital-Star during a recent interview. "That used to be a corner store over there. Then somebody bought that. That was a lounge, like a bar and grill that we used to go to. They bought that."
(2023-02-27). Putin Says Russia Cannot Ignore NATO's Nuclear Capabilities. news.antiwar.com Russian President Vladimir Putin said Sunday that Moscow can't ignore all of NATO's nuclear capabilities since NATO leaders have been calling for Russia's defeat. "In today's conditions, when all the leading NATO countries have declared their main goal as inflicting a strategic defeat on us, so that our people suffer as they say, how can …
(2023-02-27). Report: Macron, Scholz Told Zelensky to Start Thinking About Peace Talks. news.antiwar.com German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron told Ukrainian President Vodlymyr Zelensky that he should start thinking about peace talks with Moscow, The Wall Street Journal reported. The message was delivered to Zelensky when he had dinner with Scholz and Macron in Paris earlier this month. According to people familiar with the meeting, …
(2023-02-27). US Announces $2 Billion Arms Package for Ukraine, New Sanctions on Russia. news.antiwar.com The Biden administration marked the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Friday by announcing a $2 billion arms package for Ukraine and new sanctions targeting Russia. Sanctions failed to have the impact on Russia that the US hoped for, but the Biden administration has continued to impose them throughout the war. According to …
(2023-02-27). Human 6G Antennas? 'One of the Worst Ideas Ever,' Critic Says. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-26). Chinese premier meets renowned mathematician Shing-Tung Yau. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Keqiang met with world-renowned mathematician Shing-Tung Yau in Beijing on Friday.
(2023-02-26). Health insurance reforms to cover more outpatient expense. ecns.cn The recent reforms to the employee health insurance policy are aimed at easing the financial strain on outpatients and reducing unnecessary hospitalizations of patients with mild conditions, a National Healthcare Security Administration official said on Saturday.
(2023-02-26). Cities roll out incentives to boost birthrates. ecns.cn Major cities have ramped up subsidies and nursery care services to encourage families to have more children as senior health officials said "bold and innovative" measures should be taken to address low birthrates.
(2023-02-26). Selection of foreign space crew to start. ecns.cn China will start the selection and training process soon for foreign astronauts to participate in joint flights to the country's Tiangong space station, according to a high-ranking space official.
(2023-02-26). Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region's coordinated development generates new growth driver. ecns.cn The coordinated development in Beijing and neighboring regions is now in full swing and has grown into a new driving force for China's development, nine years after China launched a key strategy to build the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei regional city cluster.
(2023-02-26). Demonstrators in Brussels call for peaceful solution to Ukraine crisis. ecns.cn Several thousand demonstrators called for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, and a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis here on Sunday.
(2023-02-26). 5.1-magnitude quake hits Xinjiang: CENC. ecns.cn A 5.1-magnitude earthquake jolted Wensu County of Aksu Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 7: 58 a.m. Monday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
(2023-02-26). 3,500-year-old bone ice skates unearthed in Xinjiang tomb. ecns.cn Archaeologists have found 3,500-year-old ice skates made of animal bone in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, experts announced at a Xinjiang archaeological press conference on Saturday.
(2023-02-26). HKEX to allow tech firms with no revenue, no profit to list in Mar: report. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) will allow tech companies with no revenue or profit to list after a rule change in March, amid broad reforms taken to consolidate its position as an international financial center.
(2023-02-26). Visits will enhance Sino-European ties. ecns.cn An upcoming series of visits to Beijing by European leaders will send signals of solidarity and cooperation between China and the European Union, adding positive energy to world peace, stability and sustainable development.
(2023-02-26). China to strengthen system of TCM health services. ecns.cn China will implement measures to strengthen the health services system involving Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and enhance the grassroots capacity of providing TCM health services, according to an industry watchdog on Saturday.
(2023-02-27). Tourism recovering faster than predicted. ecns.cn China's tourism market will return to normal and embrace high-quality development this year, a matter of importance to the recovery of global tourism, experts and tourism insiders said.
(2023-02-27). Livestreamers flow overseas for sales, profits. ecns.cn "Foreign livestreaming e-commerce is at the level of China in 2018 or 2019," said Ma, whose company has recently started livestreaming in the United Kingdom, the US and Vietnam.
(2023-02-27). New market confidence bolsters commercial real estate demand. ecns.cn As China's response to COVID-19 enters a new phase and market confidence recovers, the nascent economic recovery is expected to boost demand for all types of commercial properties in China, industry experts said.
(2023-02-27). 100,000-tonne lithium salt project launches in southern Xinjiang. ecns.cn A 100,000-tonne lithium salt project commenced on Sunday in southern Xinjiang's Hotan Prefecture, said the Xinjiang Nonferrous Metals Industry (Group) Co., Ltd.
(2023-02-27). 5.1-magnitude quake hits Xinjiang, no casualties reported. ecns.cn A 5.1-magnitude earthquake jolted Wensu County of Aksu Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 7: 58 a.m. Monday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
(2023-02-27). Sci-tech cooperation key for BRI partners. ecns.cn China's scientific community will expand cooperation with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative in the name of high-quality development and improving livelihoods.
(2023-02-27). Satellite to deliver stellar internet. ecns.cn People in China and neighboring regions will soon have faster, more convenient access to the internet when traveling by air and sea, and even in the middle of the desert, thanks to a newly launched satellite.
(2023-02-27). Bird flu also taking economic toll. ecns.cn American consumers aren't happy paying more than twice as much as last year to buy eggs in grocery stores, but the major reason besides inflation behind the increase may point to a potential bird flu pandemic, according to scientists.
(2023-02-27). Nations urged to join efforts for energy security. ecns.cn As the changing geopolitical landscape continues to threaten energy security, countries need to work together to secure energy supplies and promote new energy, experts said.
(2023-02-27). Cardiac disease likely cause of panda death. ecns.cn Le Le, the giant panda that died early this month at Memphis Zoo, may have succumbed to cardiac disease, according to an autopsy by zoologists from China and the United States.
(2023-02-27). Four held over killing of model in HK. ecns.cn Four people have been arrested over the killing of 28-year-old Hong Kong model Abby Choi Tin-fung, including her former father-in-law and former brother-in-law from her first marriage, both of whom were charged with murder on Sunday.
(2023-02-27). New technology keeps waste facilities odor under control. ecns.cn A new approach developed by Chinese researchers has been proven effective in controlling the odor of waste transfer stations.
(2023-02-27). (W. E. Talk)Teng Jinguang: How to Propel Growth of International I&T Hub in Hong Kong?>. ecns.cn Promoting innovation and development has always been the top priority of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region (HKSAR) government. The 14th Five-Year Plan clearly supports Hong Kong in building an international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.
(2023-02-27). Socioeconomic growth goals high on meetings' agenda. ecns.cn The spotlight will be on Beijing as the two sessions, China's biggest annual political event and a window to observe the country's development, get underway on Saturday.
(2023-02-27). China's first ChatGPT-like software to be made open source. ecns.cn MOSS, the first large-scale conversational language model in China, will be made open source by the end of March, said the research and developing team on Sunday.
(2023-02-27). Coordinated development improves lives, environment. ecns.cn At 6: 15 one Friday morning, He Peng stood in line at Zhuozhou East Railway Station in Zhuozhou, Hebei province.
(2023-02-27). HK requires criminal record for talent scheme applicants. ecns.cn A "clear criminal record" has become a mandatory document in the application of visas for future talent admission schemes in Hong Kong, the Immigration Department (ImmD) of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region announced on Sunday.
(2023-02-27). Health insurance reform to better meet needs of patients: NHSA. ecns.cn The ongoing health insurance reform process is being conducted in response to the people's growing demand for reimbursing outpatient medical bills, said healthcare authorities.
(2023-02-27). Contaminated water still found in Ohio after train derailment. ecns.cn A train carrying toxic chemicals derailed, causing an environmental disaster. Thousands of residents were ordered to evacuate after the area was placed under a state of emergency on Feb.
(2023-02-27). 'Colorful dragons' drift on river in Guangxi. ecns.cn Thirty bamboo rafts decorated with colorful dragons drift in line on Luxi River in the Longhu Mountain (Dragon and Tiger Mountain) Scenic Spot in east China's Jiangxi Province, attracting many tourists, Feb. 26, 2023.
(2023-02-27). Longest cross-see bridge in Guangxi under construction. ecns.cn Longmen Bridge is 7.6-kilometer-long, with a stunning 1,098-meter-long main span. It is the longest cross-sea bridge in Guangxi, serves as a part of an expressway connecting coastal cities along the Beibu Gulf.
(2023-02-27). At least 59 dead after boat breaks off in Italian coast. ecns.cn A wooden boat with 140 to 150 people aboard crowded with migrants smashed into rocky reefs and broke apart before dawn Sunday off the Italian coast. At least 59 migrants died and 80 were save.
(2023-02-27). Cradle of Civilization: Huangshan Mountain. ecns.cn
(2023-02-27). Pre-Inca era graves found in Peru. ecns.cn Some 30, 800-year-old, pre-Inca era graves belonging to the Chancay people, a group who inhabited valleys of Peru's central coast from 1000 to 1500, were discovered in a cemetery in the Huaral valley.
(2023-02-27). Plum blossoms enter best viewing season in Nanjing. ecns.cn More than 35,000 plum trees, covering an area of 102 hectares on Nanjing Plum Blossom Mountain of the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, enter the best viewing season, Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, Feb. 26, 2023.
(2023-02-27). Agriculture in America: Deeply Rooted in Black Culture. indybay.org 2023 California Pan African Food and Ag Pavilion will showcase our 350+ billion-dollar annual California Working Landscape and new opportunities for Black Agriculture to align efforts within the #1 "California Grown" US Ag industries in the global marketplace. Past, present and future pioneers of African Descent continue to light a bright path in today's plethora of opportunities.
(2023-02-27). Families Displaced By 'Reprehensible' LAPD Fireworks Explosion That Left Black Man Dead Face Eviction. newsone.com 
(2023-02-27). Chris Hedges: The Trump-Russia Saga and the Death Spiral of American Journalism. scheerpost.com 
The media caters to a particular demographic, telling that demographic what it already believes — even when it is unverified or false. This pandering defines the coverage of the Trump-Russia saga.
(2023-02-27). Arkansas's Anti-BDS Law Remains in Effect Because SCOTUS Refused to Review It. scheerpost.com 
(2023-02-27). Welcome to the Predator State, Where the Scorpions on the Corner Just Might Kill You. scheerpost.com 
With the police ever better funded (just as the U.S. military is), war has come home to roost in our streets, no less disastrously than it did abroad in the years of this country's war on terror.
(2023-02-27). Lo que condujo a una larga guerra. workers.org 
Los políticos imperialistas y los medios de comunicación están inundando al público con las mismas mentiras que han estado exagerando durante todo el año sobre la guerra proxy de Estados Unidos y la OTAN en Ucrania. La provocadora visita del presidente Joe Biden a Kiev el 20 de febrero, llevando . . . |
(2023-02-27). Yet another attack on Black women in sports. workers.org 
If you listen to sportscasters covering men's professional and college basketball, you often hear words like "athleticism" and "physicality" used to complement star players. Or a team is praised for being "aggressive." But it's a different story when it's women, especially women of color, shooting the hoops. Coach Geno Auriemma . . . |
(2023-02-27). Total victory over a nuclear power is not possible without nuclear war. indybay.org Neither side in this war represents any forward-looking political idea. It is not a war for freedom and democracy, but an imperialist war over whether Ukraine will remain a semi-colony of the US and EU or become a semi-colony of Russia again. Even if Ukraine or NATO wins this war without turning Ukraine into a nuclear-contaminated desert, a victorious Ukrainian state would not be free…
(2023-02-27). Russian Roulette: The Ruble Rises as European Economies Crumble. orinocotribune.com By Fra Hughes — Feb 23, 2023 | Has Biden bitten off more than he and NATO can swallow? |
(2023-02-27). The Weekly Round-up: Shamima Begum, UN resolution against Russia, and new law on Child marriages. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
In the news The UN General Assembly backed a resolution condemning Russia's actions and calling for an end to the war on Thursday, the eve of the anniversary of the invasion. With 141 supporters, 32 abstentions and seven voting against, the resolution reiterated the UN's support for Ukraine and called for a "comprehensive, just and …
(2023-02-27). Wednesday 3/8: Open Studio with Omid Mokri. indybay.org Headlands Center for the Arts | 944 Fort Barry | Sausalito, CA 94965…
(2023-02-27). Saturday 4/1: March to End Homelessness. indybay.org Meet at Cedar Street & Cathcart Street, Santa Cruz…
(2023-02-27). Reproductive factors in women contribute to risk of cardiovascular disease. imperial.ac.uk An earlier first birth, a higher number of live births, and starting periods at a younger age may be linked to higher risk of cardiovascular problems.
(2023-02-27). Intro into Groundings with my Brothers by Walter Rodney. anchor.fm Who is Walter Rodney? We go over his famous work, "Groundings with my Brothers" and some of his history, the different chapters and what they discuss and why this work is so important. This is ONLY an intro, please check out other content, YouTube videos, Rodney's speeches and writings, and the Walter Rodney Foundation!
(2023-02-27). UK Trialed 3D-Printed 'Suicide' Drones Under Secret Ukraine Program. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). Russia expands its partners as special military operation progresses. infobrics.org Contrary to what Westerners predicted, Moscow is gradually looking like an attractive alternative for emerging countries.
(2023-02-27). West severely miscalculated geopolitical ramifications of conflict in Ukraine. infobrics.org The EU, and not Russia, has weakened since the start of the special military operation.
(2023-02-27). Russia's special military operation – one year on. infobrics.org Regardless of whether the reports about the upcoming major Russian offensive are true, at worst, Moscow certainly has the capacity to continue and maintain its special military operation.
(2023-02-27). Historic' Translocation of Cheetah to India a Measure of 'Goodwill' Between BRICS Partners. infobrics.org The "historic" relocation of 12 cheetahs from South Africa to India is a measure of "goodwill" between the two BRICS partners to share the gene pool to ensure the survival of a species, senior officials from both countries have said…
(2023-02-27). Cabinet Approves Signing of the MoU Between the India and South Africa for Cooperation in Disability Sector. infobrics.org The Union Cabinet approved the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the India and Republic of South Africa for cooperation in the 'disability sector'
(2023-02-27). Rising Flow of Russian Oil Products to China, India and the Middle East. infobrics.org Similar to what has already happened with Russian crude oil, there are signs that the country's refined fuels are finding new buyers outside Europe, with Asia and the Middle East the leading new customers…
(2023-02-27). Saturday 3/4: Open House – International Kadampa Retreat Center in Arizona. indybay.org International Kadampa Retreat Center – Grand Canyon | 6701 East Mountain Ranch Road, Williams, AZ 86046…
(2023-02-27). Want to Fix the Teacher Shortage? Just Pay Them More, Already. progressive.org Bernie Sanders's 'Pay Teachers Act' would increase teacher base pay to $60,000 a year, a much-needed boost to strengthen the profession.
(2023-02-27). Will Beyoncé's World Tour Include Africa? Global Concerts Keep Snubbing The Motherland. newsone.com 
Beyoncé including African stops on her world tour would be a nod to both the African elements in her music and her large fanbase in Africa.
(2023-02-27). CIA Chief: Iran Not Resuming Nuclear Weapons Program. news.antiwar.com In a CBS The US has long been vague on whether or not Iran is reall…
(2023-02-27). Childhood Social Media Usage and Impacts on Identity Formulation in Emerging Adults. indybay.org
(2023-02-27). Palestinians strike and march against Israeli repression. workers.org 
On Feb. 23, 2023, a general strike organized by Palestinians spread throughout the Occupied West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza to denounce to the world the massacre perpetrated by 150 Israeli soldiers in Nablus the previous day. The siege resulted in the death of 11 Palestinians and the wounding of . . . |
(2023-02-27). Protesters tell Richard Marles to scrap AUKUS. greenleft.org.au Protesters told Minister for Defence Richard Marles to scrap AUKUS and spend the money on health, education and welfare. John Quelch reports.
(2023-02-27). Israeli Squatter Terrorists Fire Guns, Set dozens of Fires in Palestinian Town, Killing One and Wounding 100. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Israeli squatters on land owned by Palestinian families went berserk on Sunday, after two squatters were shot by a Palestinian guerrilla in Huwwara, a small town of several thousand residents in the Nablus district. The shooter appears to have been from Nablus and was a member of the "Lion's Den" …
(2023-02-27). Progressives urge Senate dems to ditch tradition that's allowing GOP to veto Biden judges. nationofchange.org "Senate Democrats should eliminate every barrier possible" to confirm President Joe Biden's judicial nominees, said Indivisible.
(2023-02-27). Monday 3/6: Jesús Adolfo "Dopher" Delgado Angelversary. indybay.org 626 Capp St., San Francisco…
(2023-02-27). Niger Could Deteriorate Further As The Fastest Growing African Country Confronts A 'Perfect Storm'. newsone.com 
(2023-02-27). Ballengarra tree-sit stops logging. greenleft.org.au Forest protector and soil scientist Tim Evans stopped logging crews in Ballengarra State Forest, saying destruction of public native forests must end. Kerry Smith reports.
(2023-02-27). March To Iraq War, 20 Years Later: February 27, 2003. thedissenter.org The Dissenter Newsletter recalls each day in the timeline of events that led up to the US invasion of Iraq on March 19, 2003, twenty years ago…
(2023-02-27). Calling the overthrow of Yanukovych a U.S. coup is true, and extremely important. theduran.com
(2023-02-27). The NTSC, E.Palestine Railroad Wreck, Rail Safety & Nationalization With RWU's Hugh Sawyer. indybay.org WorkWeek looks at the NTSB report on the toxic railway wreck in East Palestine and the causes of it with railroad engineer Hugh Sawyer who is with Railroad Workers United. He reports on the systemic issues that have led to this and many other derailments, the dangers that the East Palestine community are faced with and the need for nationalization of the railroads.
(2023-02-27). SF Rally To Stop The War In Ukraine On The First Year Anniversary. indybay.org On the one year anniversary of the Ukraine war a rally was held against US intervention.
(2023-02-27). Brazil provides tiny homes for its homeless. america.cgtn.com 
The Sao Paulo authorities are providing tiny homes for homeless families living in their densely-populated city. Known as the "Vila Reencontro Program", this program began during the Covid-19 pandemic and has since been used to help homeless families struggling in Sao Paulo. CGTN'S Paulo Cabral …
(2023-02-27). El Salvador becomes first nation to offer bonds backed by Bitcoin. america.cgtn.com 
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele's administration announced that the Central American nation will begin offering bonds backed by Bitcoin, making El Salvador the first nation to do so. Previously in 2021, El Salvador shocked the world when the Bukele administration announced they would recognize Bitcoin as …
(2023-02-27). Hungarian FM discusses Ukraine conflict with CGTN. america.cgtn.com 
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó recently sat down for an exclusive interview to discuss the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the refugee crisis that has greatly affected his country. Szijjártó answered a series of questions related to the humanitarian impact caused by the conflict, along with his …
(2023-02-27). "Vaccine and Sactions" "疫苗与制裁" A New China-US Joint Production Documentary by Lee Siu Hin. indybay.org
(2023-02-27). Multiple Actions in Bay Area Feb. 24 as Ukraine War Enters Second Year. indybay.org Peace Actions in downtown San Francisco and Israeli consulate on Montgomery Street protested…
(2023-02-27). Le tremblement de terre en Turquie dans un contexte géopolitique. thealtworld.com Toute catastrophe, qu'elle soit d'origine naturelle ou humaine, constitue toujours un défi pour les autorités au pouvoir — les victimes et le grand public attendent de leur gouvernement une action immédiate et, surtout, correcte, en surveillant de près tant les déclarations que les actions des autorités. Une situation similaire existe aujourd'hui en Turquie. L'énorme tragédie qui a fait des centaines de milliers de victimes (quelque 40.000 morts) a non seulement mis à l'épreuve l'ensemble du peuple turc, mais est également devenue un catalyseur de batailles politiques. Ce faisant, l'opposition a été proactiv…
(2023-02-27). No2NATO: New Efforts To Free Britain From NATO. popularresistance.org NATO's war has led to the death of 100,000 soldiers on each side and at least 6,900 Ukrainian civilians, the displacement of over 14 million and the destruction of at least eight percent of its houses and 50 percent of the country's energy infrastructure. | Despite the staggering loss of life, the United States and at least 27 other countries continue to transfer weapons to Ukraine, increasing the likelihood of sparking a nuclear war. | With talks of sending F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, it's no surprise that we have "seen massive jumps of value in the shares of companies like Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems."
(2023-02-27). Biden Should Reverse Trump's Designation of Cuba as a "State Sponsor of Terrorism" cepr.net The Nation See article on original site That's the first step of many he can take toward normalizing US/Cuban relations. Last month, Havana was the seat of the first high-level talks between Cuba and the United States since 2018, fueling speculation that the Biden administration may be contemplating removing Cuba from the State Department's list …
(2023-02-27). April 4 judgeship election in Wisconsin can determine the fate of the nation. peoplesworld.org 
MADISON, Wis.—If the election for a judgeship in Wisconsin on April 4 goes the wrong way right wing tinkering with the election procedures in that state could well tip the entire national election in favor of either Trump or whatever MAGA fascist runs for the presidency under the Republican banner. Trump carried Wisconsin by a …
(2023-02-27). US hands lit torch to Israeli arsonists. electronicintifada.net Washington's enabling hastens the end of Tel Aviv's impunity.
(2023-02-27). Are reproductive factors contributing to cardiovascular disease in women? healtheuropa.com 
A new study by Imperial College London has found multiple reproductive factors are linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease in women. Researchers have provided evidence to show a causal relationship between sex-specific factors and cardiovascular disease in women. This study has identified potential ways to mitigate this increased risk. The study is the …
(2023-02-27). One in five would use a high-street pharmacy for a minor illness. healtheuropa.com Only one in five people aged 18-40 would use their local pharmacy first for expert advice about a minor illness, according to an NHS poll. Minor illnesses include minor aches, cystitis and colds, and local pharmacies are equipped to help patients with minor health problems. More people are using GP services for minor illnesses, causing …
(2023-02-27). Research into modified RNA could revolutionise Lewy body dementia treatment. healtheuropa.com 
New research suggests how toxic proteins in the brain could be used to develop targeted Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia treatments. Experts from the University of Nottingham have discovered that modifications of Ribonucleic acid (RNA) in human brain tissue are disrupted in neurodegenerative diseases, including Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's disease. These findings could …
(2023-02-27). Wednesday 3/1: Justice for Keita O'Neil. indybay.org Hall of "Justice" | 850 Bryant Street | San Francisco…
(2023-02-27). Friday 3/3: POA: Shut It Down! indybay.org On the sidewalk in front of the San Francisco Police Officers Association: 800 Bryant @ 6th Street in San Francisco…
(2023-02-27). Fact Check: Were Ancient Egyptians Black? Kevin Hart Debate Rages. newsone.com 
(2023-02-27). Hospice care: Comfort at the end of life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It was announced earlier this week that former President Jimmy Carter has entered hospice care. But just what is hospice care and how it can provide comfort and support? Hospice care is for people who are nearing the end of life. The services are provided by a team of health care professionals who maximize comfort for a person who is terminally ill by reducing pain and addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs. To help…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Heart disease in African American women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in women in the U.S. And African American women have an even higher risk of dying from heart disease ‚Äï and at a younger age ‚Äï than white women, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says this serious issue is compounded by the fact that many African American women are not…
(2023-02-27). Consumer Health: Pregnancy and the heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pregnancy can be an exciting, happy time. It also can be an anxious time, especially if you have an underlying health problem, such as heart disease. February is American Heart Month, which makes this a good time to learn about heart conditions and pregnancy. Pregnancy stresses your heart and circulatory system. During pregnancy, your blood volume increases by 30% to 50% to nourish your growing baby. This makes your heart pump more blood each minute and…
(2023-02-27). Consumer Health: What do you know about encephalitis? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Encephalitis Day will be observed Wednesday, Feb. 22, which makes this a good time to learn more about this potentially life-threatening disease. Encephalitis affects nearly 500,000 people of all ages worldwide each year, according to the Encephalitis Society. What Causes it Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain. The inflammation can be caused by an infection, most often a virus, invading the brain (infectious encephalitis), but it also can be caused by the immune system attacking the brain in…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Hope for spontaneous coronary artery dissection, SCAD. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Research on spontaneous coronary artery dissection, or SCAD, has exploded in the last decade, says Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and a leading expert on this rare heart condition. Though there have been many advancements in understanding SCAD, Dr. Hayes says there is still much to learn, including why 90% of these types of heart attacks happen to nonstereotypical heart attack patients — young women. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/HVz5wqWOctA Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 57) is…
(2023-02-27). Black History Month – Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, helping at-risk patients and increasing diversity in clinical trials. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua Black History Month is a month for all people to celebrate and learn about the diverse and important contributions of Black Americans to American society and culture, as well as to reflect on the ongoing fight against racism, inequity, and discrimination. The Mayo Clinic News Network is profiling several Mayo Clinic physicians who are focused every day on achieving health equity through their work. Meet Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, an oncologist with…
(2023-02-27). Science Saturday: Bioengineering vocal cords. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Tissue engineering techniques discovered at Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University created a humanlike vocal cord (fold) structure with the potential to produce a natural-sounding voice. The bioengineered scaffold mimics human vocal folds, with ability to vibrate and make sound. The study team reported the tissue-engineered vocal fold structure suggests potential for growing cells capable of healing scar tissue that impair speech. This research is published in Biomacromolecules. "Tissue engineering is a promising approach that combines…
(2023-02-27). Tips to keep stress from hurting your heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Everyone reacts to stress differently, and how you react can impact the chance of developing serious health issues, including heart disease. Your body's response to stress may include muscle aches and headaches, back strain, stomach pains, and other physical symptoms. Stress also can make you tired, disturb normal sleep patterns, and leave you irritable, forgetful and out of control. When stress is constant, your body remains in high gear for days or weeks, which can lead…
(2023-02-27). Dementia-related pain: What caregivers need to know. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dementia isn't a specific disease. Instead, it describes a collection of symptoms that affect a person's thinking and social abilities enough to interfere with daily life. There are more than 55 million people worldwide living with dementia. Of these, 50% to 60% have Alzheimer's disease. Dementia is the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. There is a constellation of dementia symptoms, and memory loss is the primary feature. Other common symptoms are physical functional decline…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Q and A: What is cholangiocarcinoma and how is it treated? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mother has been experiencing unusual and persistent fatigue, abdominal pain, and jaundice. After undergoing a CT scan, her doctor diagnosed her with cholangiocarcinoma. What is this type of cancer? And what treatment options are available? ANSWER: Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare cancer that develops from the bile ducts, which are slender tubes that carry the digestive fluid bile and connect the liver to the gallbladder and small intestine. The tumor can occur anywhere along…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Are you getting enough sleep for your best heart health? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getting a good night's sleep is important. But exactly how much sleep do you need? Recently, the American Heart Association added sleep to its checklist for improving and maintaining your heart health. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains how many hours of sleep people need for optimal heart health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/qeoBv7lye4I Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic ranked No. 3 on Forbes list of 'America's Best Large Employers'. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic was ranked No. 3 by Forbes in its 2023 list of "America's Best Large Employers," which was released today. Mayo Clinic was ranked No. 7 on the list in 2022. Mayo Clinic was ranked No. 3 on the Forbes list of "America's Best Large Employers," which was released this week. Mayo was ranked No. 7 on the list in 2022. As in 2022, hospital systems and medical centers were prominently featured on the…
(2023-02-27). Davis, Dunn to join Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Jed Davis, president and CEO of DDI Inc., which operates the Davis Family Office headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, and AJ Dunn, chief administrative officer of Mayo Clinic in Florida, were elected to the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees at its quarterly meeting on Feb. 17. "Jed Davis and AJ Dunn are insightful, dedicated and accomplished leaders with a strong background in executive governance and a firm commitment to Mayo Clinic's mission and…
(2023-02-27). Dr. Prathibha Varkey recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's 'Top 25 Women Leaders'. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Prathibha Varkey, M.B.B.S., president of Mayo Clinic Health System, was recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the "Top 25 Women Leaders" for 2023. The profiles of all the honorees are featured in the Feb. 20 issue of Modern Healthcare magazine and online at ModernHealthcare.com/topwomenexecs. This prestigious recognition program acknowledges and honors women executives from all sectors of the health care industry for their leadership in care delivery improvement, health equity, policy…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic remembers Dr. Robert Hattery, former CEO of Mayo Clinic in Rochester. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Robert Hattery, M.D., second from left, at Mayo's 150th anniversary celebration in 2014. Robert R. Hattery, M.D., former CEO of Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and longtime Mayo Clinic advocate, died on Feb. 11, 2023. "Dr. Hattery was a builder of people," says Claire Bender, M.D., emeritus member of the staff in Radiology. "He was a true leader who was highly respected, fair, extremely hard working and always dedicated to Mayo Clinic's patients and staff."…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Avoiding shoulder injuries while shoveling snow. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Last winter, I slipped and fell shoveling snow. I have arthritis in one of my shoulders. I'm concerned about having another injury. How common are shoulder injuries during the winter due to shoveling snow and other activities? What advice do you have for how to avoid injuring my shoulder? ANSWER: Unfortunately, the numbers don't lie. In Mayo Clinic's orthopedics practice, the number of people who need care due to shoulder injuries increases substantially during…
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Obesity and heart disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's long been known that being overweight or obese can make a person more apt to develop conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes, which can lead to cardiovascular disease. But experts at Mayo Clinic say obesity also can affect the heart in entirely independent ways. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains the resources available to help patients battling obesity and heart disease. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute…
(2023-02-27). Winter safety tips from a Mayo Clinic emergency medicine physician. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The National Weather Service says a massive winter storm is moving across the U.S., with high winds, icy conditions and up to 2 feet of heavy snow expected in parts of the Upper Midwest. If possible, limit travel or stay off the roads if you live in the affected areas. "If you don't have to go out, it's best not to go. But if you do, plan just in case something bad happens," says Dr….
(2023-02-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Snowblower safety. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Much of the nation is bracing for a massive winter storm that is working its way eastward across the country. Over the next few days, the storm is expected to bring heavy snow and blizzard conditions in the North, with sleet, freezing rain and thunderstorms across the South. Portions of the upper Midwest could see close to 2 feet of snow. With that in mind, you might want to get that snowblower fueled up. Dr….
(2023-02-27). Staying safe during a major winter storm. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As several winter storms are expected to bring freezing rain, sleet and snow across the U.S., the National Weather Service reminds people to be safe and prepare in advance to ensure personal safety and well-being. As hospital emergency rooms have historically seen an influx of weather-related injuries with each winter storm, it is important to be adequately prepared to reduce the risk of medical emergencies. Dr. David Nestler, a Mayo Clinic emergency medicine physician, says falls are among the most…
(2023-02-27). Rest In Power: Notable Black People Who Have Died In 2023. newsone.com 
Glória Maria, a pioneering broadcast journalist in Brazil who is widely believed to be the country's first Black TV reporter of African descent, died on Feb. 2 at the age of 73.
(2023-02-27). Saturday 3/11: On 3/11 At Fukushima No Dumping Radioactive Water Into Pacific Ocean & No Restarting Nukes. indybay.org San Francisco Japanese Consulate | 275 Battery St./California St | San Francisco…
(2023-02-27). Heart and soul of every library are the workers. peoplesworld.org 
PEORIA, Ill. — "I love my job. I love seeing kids light up when we have that book his friend told him about or seeing the proud smile of a patron that comes in and tells me they got the job they were applying for on one of our computers," said a librarian in a …
(2023-02-27). 50 Times! Pepe Escobar In Moscow. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-02-27). PFAS 'forever chemicals' disrupt biological processes in developing adolescents, first-of-its-kind study discovers. nationofchange.org "Together, our findings raise the possibility that increased risk of metabolic disorders associated with PFAS exposure are caused by alterations in thyroid hormones and mediated by changes in lipid metabolism."
(2023-02-27). China's Position on the Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis. orinocotribune.com By Friends of Socialist China — Feb 24, 2023 | On February 23, with the first anniversary of Russia's launch of its Special Military Operation in Ukraine, China issued a 12-point document, setting out its official position on the conflict. | The 12 points are: | 1- Respecting the sovereignty of all countries | 2- Abandoning the Cold War mentality | 3- Ceasing hostilities | 4- Resuming peace talks | 5- Resolving the humanitarian crisis | 6- Protecting civilians and prisoners of war (POWs) | 7- Keeping nuclear power plants safe | 8- Reducing strategic risks | 9- Facilitating grain exports | 10- Stopping unilat…
(2023-02-27). Putin Went to War but Refuses to Fight. thealtworld.com "Russia's elites have no stomach for this fight and a deal is being worked out through backroom channels." | As I have pointed out again and again and now again, Putin's idiotic—indeed mindless—way of conducting war has destroyed the credibility of the Russian military. I am becoming convinced that the outcome of the nonsensical "limited military operation" will be either Russian surrender or nuclear…
(2023-02-27). Anger grows over anti-asylum measures after shipwreck kills 62 off Italian coast. peoplesdispatch.org Dozens are still missing after a boat believed to be carrying up to 200 asylum seekers sank near the region of Calabria on February 26. As the death toll rose on Monday, NGOs slammed Europe's harsh anti-asylum policies for endangering people who were already vulnerable…
(2023-02-27). At World Health Organization, the future of health care is being decided, and contested. peoplesdispatch.org Jyotsna Singh of the People's Health Movement talks about the key debates at the World Health Organization that will frame the future of health care policy and the concerns raised by countries of the Global South…
(2023-02-27). Israeli settlers attack Palestinian towns in West Bank, at least one dead and hundreds injured. peoplesdispatch.org More than 65 Palestinians, including 13 children, have been killed by Israeli forces in the first 59 days of this year in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem…
(2023-02-27). Massive rally in Berlin demands peace in Ukraine. peoplesdispatch.org On Saturday February 25, tens of thousands of people rallied at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin demanding that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz take an active role in encouraging negotiations to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. The mobilization with the slogan 'Uprising for Peace' was called for by Left party MP Sahra Wagenknecht, journalist Alice Schwarzer, retired Brigadier General Erich Vad, economist Jeffrey Sachs and others. It called for negotiations, diplomacy and peace, instead of the ongoing escalation of the war by delivering sophisticated arms and ammunition to Ukraine. | Sahra Wagenknecht MP and Alice Schw…
(2023-02-27). Port workers in Italy demand wage hike, safer jobs, and an end to fueling the war in Ukraine. peoplesdispatch.org 
Port workers, along with trade unionists from other sectors, have been resisting the transfer of arms and ammunition destined for imperialist wars through Italian ports and airstrips…
(2023-02-27). Tunisian Workers' Party condemns President Kais Saied's racist remarks against African migrants. peoplesdispatch.org Last week, Tunisian President Kais Saied blamed migrants from Sub-Saharan African countries for causing disturbances in Tunisia and being part of a "plot" to change the country's demographics…
(2023-02-27). Important win in the opioid crisis. workers.org 
Opioid addiction — opioid-use disorder — is a disease, a mental illness, a medical condition that can be treated by medical means. There exist three medications that can treat this condition: two narcotic opioid agonists and one non-narcotic opioid antagonist. An opioid agonist acts on the opioid receptors and causes . . . |
(2023-02-27). Environmental Modification Techniques (ENMOD) and the Turkey-Syria Earthquake: An Expert Investigation is Required. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). The Official White House Website Should Have A Photo Of The WHITE HOUSE, Not Ukraine! indybay.org The official WHITE HOUSE website should have a photograph of the WHITE HOUSE, not Ukraine. February 23 and February 24, 2023…
(2023-02-27). The Words the US and European Press are too Cowardly to Use about Israel's Occupation of Palestinians: War Crimes, Crimes against Humanity, Apartheid. juancole.com 
( Middle East Monitor ) — On 20 February, the United Nations Security Council approved a statement, described in the media as a 'watered-down' version of an earlier draft resolution which would have demanded that Israel "immediately and completely cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory." The intrigues that led to the scrapping of what was meant …
(2023-02-27). The rail unions warned us. Greed is dangerous.Ôøº. nationofchange.org Following multiple, dangerous derailments across the country, those working the railroad have a solution to the nation's rail crisis: public ownership.
(2023-02-27). Saturday 3/4: Art Of The African Diaspora Satellite Exhibit. indybay.org Rhythmix Cultural Works | 2513 Blanding Ave, Alameda CA 94501…
(2023-02-27). Defence advances to phase I clinical trials of the Accum technology. healtheuropa.com 
Defence Therapeutics Inc. is pleased to update its stakeholders on its completed achievements and outline the future milestones for AccumTM set for 2023. Over the last three years, Defence has been active in developing its AccumTM-based platform pipeline. The Defence strategy and priority is to prove and exploit the versatility of the AccumTM technology, demonstrating …
(2023-02-27). Genetic link discovered between Duchenne muscular dystrophy and cancer. healtheuropa.com 
Researchers from the University of Portsmouth have identified a novel genetic link between Duchenne muscular dystrophy and cancer. The muscle-wasting disease Duchenne muscular dystrophy is known to be caused by mutations in the gene encoding of dystrophins. The diseaseaffects one in every 5,000 boys born, and people with the disease are typically expected to live …
(2023-02-27). Improving healthcare AI with patient-reported outcomes. healtheuropa.com According to a new review from the University of Birmingham, patient-reported outcomes are slowly being integrated into healthcare Artificial Intelligence (AI). Researchers from the University of Birmingham and University Hospitals Birmingham examined over 600 interventional studies on healthcare AI technologies. The team found that only 24% of studies included a patient-reported outcome element in their …
(2023-02-27). EU issues unanimous condemnation of Georgian government over Sakaashvili. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rustavi2February 27, 2023 On behalf of the 27 EU member states, Pawel Herczynski handed over a demarche to the Minister of Justice regarding Mikheil Saakashvili Together with the ambassador of Sweden, handed over the official EU demarche to the Minister of Justice of Georgia, which concerns Mikheil Saakashvili. Such a statement made today the Ambassador …
(2023-02-27). Georgia: U.S. ambassador intensifies pre-coup rhetoric. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Civil GeorgiaFebruary 27, 2023 U.S. Ambassador Speaks to Media about Draft Laws on Foreign Agents and NBG The U.S. Ambassador Kelly Degnan attended the event taking stock of the activities of the President of the National Bank. In her remarks to the media, she once again spoke of the draft laws on Foreign Agents as …
(2023-02-27). Horn of Africa/Indian Ocean: U.S., NATO allies to conduct naval exercises. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa/U.S. Sixth FleetFebruary 26, 2023 Multinational Maritime Exercise Cutlass Express 2023 Set to Begin Multinational forces from East Africa, Europe, and North America will come together for exercise Cutlass Express 2023 (CE23), beginning with an opening ceremony in Djibouti on Mar. 5, 2023. Conducted by U.S. Naval Forces Africa (NAVAF) …
(2023-02-27). Invoking NATO, Ukraine military threatens Russia over Transnistria. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Ukrainian News AgencyFebruary 27, 2023 Landing Of Russian Troops In Transnistria Impossible — Operational Command South Landing of Russian troops in Transnistria is impossible, as Ukraine will never allow Russian aircraft to cross its airspace. Nataliya Humeniuk, head of the Joint Press Center of the Operational Command South, announced this on the air of a …
(2023-02-27). Only matter of time before Biden delivers F-16s to Ukraine: MP. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Ukrainian News AgencyFebruary 27, 2023 F-16 Aircraft Delivery To Ukraine Only Matter Of Time — Merezhko Member of the Verkhovna Rada from the Servant of the People faction, chairman of the parliamentary committee on foreign policy and inter-parliamentary cooperation, Oleksandr Merezhko, is confident that the United States will provide Ukraine with F-16 aircraft…. "We're being …
(2023-02-27). Swedish warplanes, pilots headed to Ukraine? antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The LocalFebruary 21, 2023 Could Sweden's 'unique' Gripen fighters help Ukraine? Earlier this month Volodymyr Zelensky said that, after tanks, fighter planes are "the next level of our cooperation." Some commentators have said that Sweden's own fighters are the best option, since they are tougher and easier to operate than other western jets. Two proponents …
(2023-02-27). Trudeau sends more German tanks to Ukraine. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Defense PostFebruary 27, 2023 Canada Sending Four More Leopard Tanks to Ukraine Canada is sending four additional battle tanks to Ukraine — doubling its commitment — and sanctioning an additional 192 Russian individuals and entities, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Friday. "Canada has stood in solidarity with Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict," Trudeau …
(2023-02-27). Message to Moscow: U.S., Germany mull joint war games in Poland. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Polish RadioFebruary 27, 2023 Poland in talks with US, Germany on joint military drills: German defence minister The German defence minister has said that Poland, the United States and Germany are in discussions to hold joint military manoeuvres in Poland…. Boris Pistorius made the statement in an interview with German state broadcaster ARD on Sunday…. …
(2023-02-27). Was This Week the Worst in American Foreign Policy This Century? antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Was This Week the Worst in American Foreign Policy This Century?Andy Corbley FULL ARTICLE VARESE, Italy. February 24th, 2023. As the last full week of February draws to a close, it's possible that looking at the big picture, the White House concluded and sustained the single most disastrous week in American foreign policy of the …
(2023-02-27). Yellen says U.S. has poured $50 billion into Ukraine in past year. Threatens China. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Interfax-UkraineFebruary 27, 2023 Since start of the full-scale war, U.S. aid to Ukraine in various areas amounts to about $50 bln — Treasury Secretary Yellen Since the beginning of the full-scale war, U.S. assistance to Ukraine in the field of security, economy, humanitarian and social support has amounted to about $50 billion, Treasury Secretary Janet …
(2023-02-27). Poisoning America for Profit: A Brief History of Norfolk Southern's Greed. orinocotribune.com
(2023-02-27). Atlanta Activists Say Prosecutors Plan To Indict Them On RICO Charges. popularresistance.org Atlanta, Georgia — Community organizations involved in the ongoing campaign to defend the South River Forest outside Atlanta, Georgia and 'Stop Cop City' say state prosecutors are planning on releasing indictments in the coming weeks charging them as a "criminal organization" under RICO statutes. | The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, or RICO, targets organized criminal enterprises and was created in the 1970s to more effectively prosecute the mafia. Since then, RICO statutes have been used against participants in the 2019 college admissions scandal, anti-abortion groups, insider traders,…
(2023-02-27). DeSantis Knows History. Can He Say When Systemic Racism Ended? progressivehub.net JEFF COHEN…
(2023-02-27). How Did Joe Biden Let Donald Trump Beat Him To East Palestine? progressivehub.net LUKE SAVAGE | JACOBIN…
(2023-02-27). Israel's Government Begins "De Jure" Annexation Of West Bank. progressivehub.net OSCAR RICKETT | MIDDLE EAST EYE…
(2023-02-27). Will Student Debt Cancellation Survive The Supreme Court? progressivehub.net NATALIA ABRAMS AND CODY HOUNANIAN | THE NATION…
(2023-02-27). Saturday 3/4: Extreme Weather Resource Fair: Small Talk, Big Topics. indybay.org Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History | 1305 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062…
(2023-02-27). Give Peace a Chance. Scott Ritter Goes to Washington. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). At NAACP Image Awards, Gabrielle Union And Dwyane Wade Honor Their Daughter Zaya. newsone.com 
Source: Amy Sussman / Getty | All eyes were on During the heartfelt speech, Dwyane Wade looked directly into the camera and spoke to his daug…
(2023-02-27). Siegfried Hecker on Two Decades of Missed Chances to Deal with North Korea's Nuclear Program. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). Sunday 3/12: Party to Celebrate Slingshot collective's 35th birthday. indybay.org Long Haul Infoshop – 3124 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley – 510-540-0751 – corner of Woolsey – 2 blocks from Ashby BART – across from La Pena.
(2023-02-27). How Howard Schultz made Starbucks the poster child of corporate abuse. nationofchange.org The billionaire CEO returned to Starbucks to curb union activity. His union busting has been so egregious that the company's already poor reputation is now in tatters.
(2023-02-27). 'Justice Prevailed': Federal court approves settlement of lawsuit challenging immigration raid. splcenter.org
(2023-02-27). Camino a las elecciones de diputados a la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular. cubadebate.cu Hoy respondemos interrogantes que abundan en la población interrogantes como: øEn qué momento del proceso eleccionario nos encontramos? øDe dónde salen los candidatos a diputados? øCuáles son los sujetos del sistema político que intervienen en cada etapa? øEn qué consiste su participación? øCuáles son las consecuencias políticas y jurídicas de cada una de las fases por las que se transita? øLa ciudadanía solo interviene en el momento del voto?
(2023-02-27). El chat GPT plantea, por ahora, más dudas que certezas. cubadebate.cu El ChatGPT irrumpió en la escena pública como una sensación a fines de 2022 y en enero superó los 100 millones de usuarios activos. La inteligencia artificial, desarrollada por OpenAI (de Elon Musk), en su esencia no es nada nuevo: consiste en un chatbot como cualquier otro que, a diario, es utilizado por instituciones privadas y públicas.
(2023-02-27). Barcelona cayó 0-1 ante Almería por LaLiga Santander. cubadebate.cu Luego de quedar eliminado de la UEFA Europa League, FC Barcelona volvió a perder, esta vez fue 0-1 ante Almería por la jornada 23 de LaLiga Santander en el Power Horse Stadium. El único gol del partido lo hizo El Bilal Toure a los 24 minutos.
(2023-02-27). Carlos Daniel Ramos: Campeón Panamericano de Clavados. cubadebate.cu El jovencito Carlos Daniel Ramos se proclamó este domingo como nuevo campeón panamericano en la plataforma a diez metros, un resultado que lo confirma en la élite continental de la especialidad y le asegura un boleto a los próximos juegos multideportivos de Santiago de Chile 2023. La Mayor de Las Antillas también ganó otras tres medallas de bronce en el torneo.
(2023-02-27). Solidaridad con Cuba por el cese del bloqueo se hizo patente en varias ciudades del mundo. cubadebate.cu Como ya es habitual, en el último domingo de cada mes se realizan caravanas y otras acciones para denunciar los efectos de la guerra económica, comercial y financiera contra Cuba, agudizados por la inclusión arbitraria de Cuba por Washington en una lista de naciones que presuntamente promueven el terrorismo.
(2023-02-27). Sube a 60 el número de migrantes muertos en naufragio cerca de Italia. cubadebate.cu Durante la jornada ha ido aumentando el trágico cómputo y no se descarta que más cuerpos sean recuperados en las próximas horas. Unos 80 supervivientes lograron llegar a la playa de Steccato, localidad de Cutro (provincia de Crotone), donde están siendo atendidos por equipos de emergencia desde primera hora de la mañana.
(2023-02-27). Vladimir Putin: Rusia no puede ignorar las "capacidades nucleares" de la OTAN. cubadebate.cu El presidente Vladimir Putin afirmó que Rusia no tiene más remedio que tener en cuenta las "capacidades nucleares" de la Organización del Tratado del Atlántico Norte (OTAN), mientras que esta alianza siga deseando la derrota de Moscú.
(2023-02-27). China protesta contra sanciones de EEUU: Nunca aceptaremos la presión de Washington. cubadebate.cu La portavoz del Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores del país asiático Mao Ning calificó las recientes sanciones de EE.UU. contra China como las medidas coercitivas unilaterales típicas y "jurisdicciones de brazo largo" ilegales y perjudiciales para los intereses chinos. Deploramos y rechazamos este movimiento y hemos hecho gestiones serias del lado estadounidense, dijo.
(2023-02-27). Comienza este lunes en Cuba campaña de vacunación antipoliomielítica oral. cubadebate.cu De acuerdo con el Ministerio de Salud Pública, la primera etapa de la vacunación antipoliomielítica oral se realizará entre el lunes 27 de febrero y el sábado 4 de marzo de 2023, con una semana de recuperación del 6 al 11 de marzo para niños enfermos, o que por otra causa no hayan podido vacunarse en la semana de la campaña.
(2023-02-27). Delegación de Caricom visitará Haití para evaluar la crisis política y social que vive el país. cubadebate.cu Una delegación de la Comunidad del Caribe (Caricom) presidida por el primer ministro jamaicano, Andrew Holness, llegará hoy a Haití para analizar la crisis nacional con integrantes del Gobierno y la sociedad civil. El grupo intercambiará criterios con el primer ministro Ariel Henry los miembros del Alto Consejo de Transición y dirigentes políticos, entre otros.
(2023-02-27). Desde las redes: "El aliento solidario, humanismo puro" cubadebate.cu Tras el dramático desenlace, los cocodrilitos quedaron literalmente al campo, tendidos, llorando sin consuelo. En eso quedo atónito, cuando comenzando a celebrar, los tiburoncitos fueron a buscar a sus rivales, para intentar aliviar su dolor.
(2023-02-27). El 90% de los peruanos desaprueban al Congreso y el 77% a Boluarte, según sondeo. cubadebate.cu La desaprobación al Congreso peruano llegó en febrero al 90%, el nivel más alto desde que inició el mandato, mientras que el rechazo ciudadano a la presidenta Dina Boluarte subió del 76% al 77%, según una encuesta del Instituto de Estudios Peruanos (IEP) divulgada este domingo por el diario La República.
(2023-02-27). El uso de las cabinas de uñas podría causar cáncer de piel, según expertos. cubadebate.cu En un trabajo publicado por investigadores estadounidenses en la revista Nature en enero de 2023, un grupo de científicos encontró que la irradiación de un secador de esmalte de uñas UV causa altos niveles de especies reactivas de oxígeno y disfunción mitocondrial. Estos efectos incrementan las chances de contraer melanoma, una de las formas del cáncer.
(2023-02-27). Fuerzas del Cuerpo de Guardabosques controlan incendio forestal en Pinar del Río (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Fuerzas del Cuerpo de Guardabosques (CGB) y de empresas del sistema de la Agricultura de Pinar del Río controlaron el incendio forestal de medianas proporciones ocurrido el pasado viernes en la tarde en el consejo popular Pilotos, en el municipio de Consolación del Sur.
(2023-02-27). Japón y Unicef donan a Cuba ambulancia para atención a gestante crítica. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de Japón en conjunto con el Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia (Unicef) entregó este lunes una ambulancia de última generación para la asistencia de las gestantes en estado crítico. Se trata de una unidad de terapia intensiva móvil compuesta por equipamiento para ventilación mecánica, para el manejo de las gestantes politraumatizadas.
(2023-02-27). Messi se apodera del premio The Best al mejor jugador del mundo. cubadebate.cu El delantero argentino Lionel Messi fue elegido este lunes como el mejor futbolista de 2022 en la premiación The Best, organizada por la Federación Internacional de Fútbol Asociación (FIFA), en una ceremonia celebrada en París, Francia. Messi se impuso en la terna sobre los franceses Karim Benzema y Kilian Mbappé, y sumó su segundo galardón tras lograrlo en 2019.
(2023-02-27). Nuevo sismo en Turquía deja al menos un muerto y decenas de heridos (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Un sismo de magnitud 5,2 se produjo este lunes en el este de Turquía, comunicó el Centro Sismológico Euromediterráneo (EMSC por sus siglas en inglés). El foco del temblor se localizó a 11 kilómetros de la ciudad de Malatya, en la provincia homónima, a 5 km de profundidad. Se reporta que al menos una persona murió y otras 69 resultaron heridas.
(2023-02-27). Reconoce presidente Díaz-Canel labores de mitigación de incendio en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, reconoció hoy la labor de bomberos, guardabosques y pobladores que trabajan en la mitigación del incendio en la zona montañosa Pinares de Mayarí, de la oriental provincia de Holguín. El jefe de Estado destacó el coraje y sacrificio de las fuerzas involucradas para evitar la propagación del siniestro.
(2023-02-27). Servicio de Guardacostas de Estados Unidos devuelve a 64 migrantes irregulares. cubadebate.cu El Servicio de Guardacostas de Estados Unidos devolvió este domingo a 64 migrantes irregulares por el puerto de Orozco, Bahía Honda, en la provincia de Artemisa, anunció hoy el Ministerio del Interior en una información oficial. Se trata de la operación 37 en lo que va de 2023, con la devolución de 2 431 personas desde varios países de la región.
(2023-02-27). Tercera derrota en línea… øDespaigne culpable? cubadebate.cu Mucho se habló antes del partido cuando se anunció el debut de Alfredo Despaigne en la inicial. Y con toda razón la preocupación era lógica, pero la derrota 2-1 contra los Guardianes de Fubon en Taipei de China trasciende al toletero granmense, por demás el único autor de nuestra carrera con su primer jonrón en estos partidos de preparación para el Clásico Mundial.
(2023-02-27). Ecuador: CONAIE Breaks up Talks with Lasso Government. orinocotribune.com
(2023-02-27). Pete Buttigieg Fails At His Job AGAIN. trofire.com Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is in over his head, and a recent string of train derailments has shown that he can't handle the job. Mike Papantonio & Farron Cousins discuss more. Transcript: *This transcript was generated by a third-party transcription software company, so please excuse any typos. Mike Papantonio: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is over his head. And we've been …
(2023-02-27). Biden Officials: Chip Makers Wanting Federal Subsidies Must Provide Child Care. truthout.org The Biden administration is slated to unveil a rule this week that would grant access to child care to a small slice of the U.S. workforce in an effort to advance the administration's goal of expanding and supporting the "care economy." On Tuesday, the Commerce Department is expected to announce a rule that will essentially require computer chip manufacturers seeking to access federal funding from… |
(2023-02-27). Exposure to Chevron's "Climate-Friendly" Fuel May Pose Severe Risk of Cancer. truthout.org The Environmental Protection Agency recently gave a Chevron refinery the green light to create fuel from discarded plastics as part of a "climate-friendly" initiative to boost alternatives to petroleum. But, according to agency records obtained by ProPublica and The Guardian, the production of one of the fuels could emit air pollution that is so toxic, 1 out of 4 people exposed to it over a… |
(2023-02-27). Former Watergate Prosecutor: Trump Should Have Been Charged Upon Exiting Office. truthout.org A former Watergate prosecutor has said that former President Donald Trump — who is currently the subject of numerous state and federal investigations — should have been issued criminal charges the moment he left the White House. "I think we need to hold the former president responsible for all of his crimes," Jill Wine-Banks, who is also a legal commentator for MSNBC, said on Sunday, citing Trump'… |
(2023-02-27). Human Rights Groups Condemn Settler Pogrom Against Palestinians in West Bank. truthout.org Israeli settlers tore through the occupied West Bank on Sunday, violently attacking Palestinians and setting fire to their cars, houses, and businesses in what one rights group called a "pogrom" sanctioned by the far-right government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The settlers, who killed at least one Palestinian and injured hundreds more, launched their assault after a suspected… |
(2023-02-27). Millions Face Financial Disaster If Supreme Court Ends Student Debt Relief. truthout.org Striking down President Joe Biden's student debt relief plan would have devastating impacts on millions of borrowers, advocacy groups warned in a report released Monday, one day before the U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments over the White House's cancellation bid. "Denying student debt cancellation would cause financial disaster for millions of Americans," says the report… |
(2023-02-27). Rail Workers Demand "Immediate Action" From Lawmakers to Rein In Rail Industry. truthout.org Railroad workers are warning that, if policymakers don't act soon to rein in the rail industry with better regulations and protections for workers, there will be far more crashes like this month's disaster in East Palestine, Ohio. In a statement on Friday, rail reform group Railroad Workers United (RWU) pointed out that the government has determined that the Ohio crash was "100 percent preventable. |
(2023-02-27). Russian War Crimes Have Hardened Ukrainians Against Peace Talks, Activist Says. truthout.org The world held its breath when Russia invaded Ukraine one year ago. Would Kyiv fall to Russian forces, as President Vladimir Putin and a small inner circle had planned? Would the Kremlin install a puppet dictatorship and brutally crush dissent, just as Putin does at home? We soon learned Putin seriously underestimated his neighbor and its allies to the West, but today there is no end to the war in… |
(2023-02-27). Supreme Court Takes Up Case That Could Kill Consumer Finance Protection Agency. truthout.org The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a case brought against a consumer protection agency that could unleash a deluge of abusive financial practices onto the public, and threaten to end entire welfare programs like Social Security and Medicare. On Monday, the Supreme Court took up a case brought by payday lender lobbyists after conservatives on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals agreed with the… |
(2023-02-27). Will the Equal Rights Amendment Finally Be Added to the US Constitution? truthout.org The Equal Rights Amendment, which would codify gender equality in the U.S. Constitution, has been introduced in every session of Congress since 1923. It was finally passed in 1972, and yet never ratified. This week, the ERA will get its first hearing in 40 years when, on Tuesday, the Senate Judiciary Committee meets to discuss a joint resolution to finally affirm the ERA. We speak to Zakiya Thomas… |
(2023-02-27). 'Tortuguita Vive': A No-Compromise Movement Responds to Police Killing a Forest Defender. unicornriot.ninja 
DeKalb County, GA — The anonymous communique issued in May 2021 was written in romantic prose. Its author describes a nighttime walk through the South River Forest, just south of Atlanta, where "a couple of queers" had discovered seven unattended pieces of heavy machinery parked in the woods. The equipment was staged near the proposed …
(2023-02-27). Ofgem cuts energy price cap by nearly a quarter, but bills will still rise. thecanary.co UK regulator Ofgem has announced a lower cap on sky-high energy bills from April. However, buyers will still pay more for gas and electricity because the government is also reducing financial assistance. Ofgem said the annual amount suppliers are able to charge an average household would be cut by nearly a quarter. It will fall …
(2023-02-27). A Palestinian Child Recounts Settler Pogrom. youtube.com
(2023-02-27). Saturday 3/4: The Global Struggle for Women's Rights. indybay.org The Starry Plough Pub | 3101 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2023-02-27). Al menos una persona muerta deja nuevo terremoto en Türkiye. twitter.com La región aún se encuentra en reconstrucción tras los devastadores terremotos de hace menos de un mes que dejaron 44.000 muertos.
(2023-02-27). Palestinos e israelíes acuerdan evitar actos de violencia. telesurtv.net Según medios árabes, la delegación palestina insistirá a Israel en la necesidad de cesar cualquier acción unilateral.
(2023-02-27). Hondureños incrementan denuncias de violaciones de DD.HH. telesurtv.net Entre los grupos más vulnerables que interpusieron denuncias se encuentran las mujeres, con 3.290 denuncias.
(2023-02-27). Panamá suspende temporalmente el traslado de migrantes. telesurtv.net El Servicio Nacional de Migración detuvo los traslados hasta que se certifique que los buses están en buen estado.
(2023-02-27). Rechazo a Dina Boluarte sube a casi un 80 por ciento en Perú. telesurtv.net La insatisfacción con la gestión de Boluarte aumenta al 86 por ciento en la región sureña del territorio peruano.
(2023-02-27). Conozca sobre la vida del escritor francés Victor Hugo. telesurtv.net El escritor Victor Hugo es reconocido como uno de los mayores exponentes de la literatura universal.
(2023-02-27). Masacre deja cuatro muertos en Valle del Cauca, Colombia. telesurtv.net El Instituto de Estudios para el Desarrollo y la Paz (Indepaz) reportó que este matanza es la número 20 en el país suramericano durante el curso de 2023.
(2023-02-27). Asciende a 60 cifra de migrantes muertos en costas de Italia. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con las autoridades se teme que se puedan alcanzar más de 100 víctimas, luego que el número de migrantes que viajaban está entre 180 y 250.
(2023-02-27). Comicios presidenciales se extienden en varias regiones de Nigeria. telesurtv.net A partir de las 18H00 horas de este domingo, comenzará el conteo final de votos de la elección presidencial, de acuerdo con autoridades electorales.
(2023-02-27). Presidente Putin afirma que Occidente pretende eliminar a Rusia. telesurtv.net El presidente ruso acusó a los países de la OTAN de ser cómplices, aunque indirectos, de los crímenes del régimen de Ucrania por suministrarle armamento.
(2023-02-27). Cifra de muertos por terremotos en Türkiye se sitúa en 44.374. twitter.com En Siria, el número de muertos se situó en 5.914 con lo cual el balance de decesos en ambas naciones se ubicó más allá de los 50 mil tras los terremotos del 6 de febrero.
(2023-02-27). Ascienden a 65 las muertes por temporal en Sao Paulo, Brasil. telesurtv.net Finaliza la búsqueda de desaparecidos. Ya se ha identificado a 55 víctimas. Se prioriza la atención a familias que perdieron sus casas o debieron abandonarlas.
(2023-02-27). Gobierno colombiano y ELN informan avances en diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net Las partes manifiestan que han avanzado en la definición de una visión compartida del proceso de paz y una metodología para tratar la agenda de diálogos.
(2023-02-27). Colonos israelíes atacan poblados de Cisjordania ocupada. telesurtv.net Un palestino muere por disparos durante el asalto. Colonos atacaron a residentes, quemaron viviendas y destruyeron vehículos.
(2023-02-27). Ataque con bomba en Pakistán provoca al menos cuatro fallecidos. telesurtv.net Se reportan entre ocho y 14 heridos. Fueron llevados a un hospital local. Hasta el momento ningún grupo se atribuyó el hecho.
(2023-02-27). Reportan daños por lluvias en departamento peruano de Piura. telesurtv.net Precipitaciones provocaron deslizamientos, derrumbes y huaicos con sensibles afectaciones en diversos ámbitos.
(2023-02-27). Policía de Perú reprime protesta contra la impunidad. telesurtv.net Lanzan gas lacrimógeno en Lima a participantes en la marcha nacional contra la impunidad. Se reportan al menos dos heridos.
(2023-02-27). Sube a 59 cifra de muertos por las lluvias en Sao Paulo, Brasil. telesurtv.net El gobernador de Sao Paulo, Tarcísio de Freitas, anunció que será creada una oficina estatal para acompañar de cerca las obras de reconstrucción en Sao Sebastiao.
(2023-02-27). Daños por incendios forestales rebasarían los 600 mdd en Chile. telesurtv.net El Servicio Nacional de Prevención y Respuesta ante Desastres anotó que 458.157 hectáreas han sido consumidas por las llamas, que han provocado 25 muertos.
(2023-02-27). Saludan avances en mesa de diálogo de paz entre Gobierno de Colombia y ELN. telesurtv.net "Confió en que las partes den pasos significativos sobre la agenda acordada, incluyendo temas de participación y cese al fuego", anotó el representante de la ONU.
(2023-02-27). Cuba asiste a cumbre sobre recuperación postpandemia en Azerbaiyán. telesurtv.net Valdés Mesa arribará este lunes a la ciudad de Bakú, en la República de Azerbaiyán, sede de la reunión de las naciones no alineadas.
(2023-02-27). Asesinan a dirigente del mayor movimiento indígena en Ecuador. telesurtv.net El presidente de la Conaie, Leónidas Iza, denunció que "existe seguimiento y vigilancia a dirigentes indígenas".
(2023-02-27). Lluvias dejan al menos 4.000 familias damnificadas en Paraguay. telesurtv.net "Es desesperante la situación que estamos atravesando. Estamos en una inundación total de la ciudad, estamos bajo agua", dijo la alcaldesa de San Lázaro.
(2023-02-27). Rechazan a nivel global el bloqueo de EE.UU. contra Cuba. telesurtv.net El presidente cubano Miguel Díaz-Canel escribió: "Conmueven y alientan tantas demostraciones de solidaridad con Cuba y de condena al bloqueo económico".
(2023-02-27). ALBA Movimientos celebrará reunión en Venezuela a inicios de marzo. telesurtv.net La VII Reunión de Coordinación Continental de ALBA Movimientos se llevará a cabo los próximos 2 y 3 de marzo en la capital venezolana.
(2023-02-27). Venezuela anuncia reapertura de tránsito con Aruba, Bonaire y Curazao. telesurtv.net "luego de finalizadas las mesas técnicas de negociación con el Reino de los Países Bajos, reiteramos el cronograma de apertura del tránsito", dijo el canciller.
(2023-02-27). Ascienden a 64 los fallecidos por lluvias en Sao Paulo, Brasil. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de la región señalaron que las últimas cinco víctimas fueron encontradas en la ciudad de Sao Sebastiao.
(2023-02-27). Palestina condena proyecto de ley israelí sobre pena de muerte. telesurtv.net La Cancillería rechaza "la bárbara reinstauración de la pena de muerte como pretexto para legitimar su anexión".
(2023-02-27). Massive Domestic Migration in Wake of Earthquakes in Türkiye. t.co On Monday, a new 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck the province of Malatya, leaving one citizen dead and 69 people injured. The problems that Türkiye is going through, however, are not reduced to aftershocks. | RELATED: | The devastating earthquakes which hit southern Türkiye earlier this month caused major internal displacement, resulting in a significant strain on resources in major cities. | Not only did the Feb. 6 twin earthquakes kill 44,374 p…
(2023-02-27). American Activists & Inmigrants Reject US Blockade Against Cuba. telesurenglish.net On Sunday, U.S. citizens and Cuban inmigrants took to the streets of Miami, Seattle, New York, and Minneapolis to reject the U.S. blockade against Cuba. | RELATED: | "So many demonstrations of solidarity with Cuba are moving and encouraging. We are grateful to the friends and fellow countrymen abroad who demand a better world without blockade," Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel. | In Miami, far-right individuals shouted obsessions a…
(2023-02-27). Belarus-China Friendship to Continue for Decades – Lukashenko. telesurenglish.net Speaking to Chinese media, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said, "Let's admit it: Belarus is the only place in the center of Europe that maintains a friendly – or I could say fraternal – attitude towards China." | RELATED: | According to the President, the two nations have forged a comprehensive strategic partnership. The friendship of the two countries will continue for decades, Lukashenko said, noting that "not only as long…
(2023-02-27). Chile Deploys Military On Border Points To Halt Migrants' Entry. telesurenglish.net On Monday, Chile began a military deployment on the northern border with Peru and Bolivia for 90 days to counteract the entry of undocumented migrants. | RELATED: | "Chile has long failed to do what it must to have good immigration control," Interior Minister Carola Toha said, recalling that customs officers had little equipment, the checkpoints of border police officers were in terrible condition, and the national migrant service presented an enormous waiting l…
(2023-02-27). China Slams US Sanctions on Chinese Firms Related to Russia. telesurenglish.net On Monday, China slammed the United States for sanctioning Chinese companies for alleged involvement with Russia, saying the illegal, unilateral sanctions, if not revoked, would be met with countermeasures from China. | RELATED: | Mao Ning, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry, told a press briefing that the U.S. actions lack both the basis in international law and UN Security Council mandate. | "They are typi…
(2023-02-27). Colombia To Reopen 4 Consulates In Venezuela. telesurenglish.net On Sunday, the Colombian Foreign Affairs Ministry announced that it will reopen its consulates in Caracas, Maracaibo, Tachira, and San Cristobal in Venezuela within a maximum of four months. | RELATED: | Colombians who reside in Venezuela had previously complained about the consulates' closure, which former Colombia's President Ivan Duque approved after both nations broke diplomatic relations. His decision forced th…
(2023-02-27). Death Toll From Brazil Landslides Rises to 65. telesurenglish.net As of Sunday, the death toll had climbed to 65 a week after heavy rains sparked deadly floods and landslides along the coast of Brazil's Sao Paulo state. | RELATED: | Among the fatal victims were 19 minors, the state government said, adding "the priority continues to be relief for the victims." Army troops, firefighters, volunteers and rescue workers are still digging to recover the bodies of the victims and search…
(2023-02-27). Hitmen Assassinate Indigenous Leader in Ecuadorian Oil Zone. telesurenglish.net On Sunday, the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (CONAIE) held the administration of President Guillermo Lasso responsible for the shooting of Eduardo Mendua, who died in an Amazon area where Indigenous communities are fighting with oil companies. | RELATED: | "It is with great sadness that I receive the news of the vile murder of brother Eduardo Mendua, CONAIE's international relations leader… I…
(2023-02-27). Hungary Welcomes Chinese Plan for Peace in Ukraine. telesurenglish.net On Monday, during the opening of the Parliament's spring session, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban showed his support for the Chinese plan to peacefully resolve the current conflict in Ukraine, considering it "important." | RELATED: | "We need a ceasefire and the start of peace talks; Hungary calls for peace in all international forums; I see that most states support peace and Hungary cannot isolate itself from most of the world (…) there…
(2023-02-27). Israeli Settlers Set Fire to Houses in the West Bank. telesurenglish.net On Sunday night, around 400 Israeli settlers launched violent attacks in the West Bank, killing at least one Palestinian, injuring 390 people, and burning down 75 homes, shops, 25 cars, and farmlands. | RELATED: | The Palestinian Health Ministry said that Sameh Al-Aqtash died after he was shot by Israeli soldiers during clashes with settlers in the village of Zatara. News agency WAFA reported that rampage assaul…
(2023-02-27). Mexican Opposition Protests Against AMLOS's Electoral Reform. telesurenglish.net On Sunday, Mexican conservative citizens held a protest against the "Plan B", an electoral reform promoted by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (AMLO) ahead of the 2024 presidential elections. | RELATED: | Convened by some 80 opposition organizations, thousands of citizens gathered in Mexico City's Zocalo square to ask the Supreme Court to reverse the latest electoral reform. | According to Marko Cortes, the leader of the opposition Na…
(2023-02-27). Mexican President Opposes Boluarte's Government in Peru. telesurenglish.net During his morning press conference on Monday, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador expressed his opposition to the current government of Peru, which he called "an authoritarian and repressive de facto government." | RELATED: | "We do not accept the whole farce that has meant the removal of President Pedro Castillo because the will of the Peruvian people was not respected, democracy was trampled on," said A…
(2023-02-27). Over 60 Dead After Migrant Ship Rips Apart Near Italy's Shores. telesurenglish.net On Sunday morning, Italian authorities began collecting the bodies of over 60 migrants who died when their boat broke up off the coast of Italy. | RELATED: | The dead bodies washed up on or near to the shores of Steccato di Cutro, a seaside resort town in the southern Italian region of Calabria. | Vigili del Fuoco, Italy's national fire and rescue brigades, said searches were ongoing via boat, jet ski and helicopter. T…
(2023-02-27). Scientists Predict Disastrous Rains in Rwanda in Coming Months. telesurenglish.net Rwanda Meteorology Agency (RMA) warned that torrential rains could trigger potential disasters in different parts of this African country. | RELATED: | The RMA scientists said in their latest forecast that heavy rains of between 500 mm and 600 mm were forecast in parts across the country from March to May. | The forecast rainfall could potentially lead to disasters such as flooding, landslides, strong winds and othe…
(2023-02-27). Transnistria Denies Being Under Ukrainian Military Threat. telesurenglish.net On Monday, the self-proclaimed Republic of Transnistria President Vadim Krasnoselski said that there is no an inminent military security threat against his country, which shares a border with Ukraine and where over 250,000 Russian citizens live. | RELATED: | "If our country is threatened by real danger, we will quickly inform our citizens. The important issue is not to panic," Krasnoselski pointed out. Nevertheless, he a…
(2023-02-27). UK, EU Reach Deal for N. Ireland, Eyeing New Chapter in Ties. telesurenglish.net The agreement delivers the smooth flow of trade within the UK, as goods destined for Northern Ireland will travel through a new Green Lane, with a separate Red Lane for goods at risk of moving on to the EU. | UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (L, Rear) and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (R, Rear) attend a joint press conference in Windsor, Britain, on Feb. 27, 2023.
(2023-02-27). UK Household Energy Bills to Rise Despite Price Cap Drop. telesurenglish.net
(2023-02-27). US Plagued by Gun Violence: Geopolitics. telesurenglish.net The United States is troubled by one gun attack after another — schools, hospitals, churches, shopping malls, Muslim communities and Black people are not spared from gun attacks, reported The Geopolitics on Sunday. | RELATED: | The government allows its citizens to legally own 390 million guns, and "that is why all such incidents are happening," said the report. | According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention…
(2023-02-27). Venezuela: Security Forces Arrest 188 Members of Crime Groups. telesurenglish.net Venezuela's Attorney General, Tarek William Saab, said on Monday that a total of 188 members of criminal groups have been arrested to date, including three involved in last week's attacks on commercial premises in Zulia state. | RELATED: | Within the framework of the fight against organized crime groups, the Public Prosecutor's Office together with the security forces have arrested "to date 188 members of 13 organized crime groups," said the Attorne…
(2023-02-27). Mexican States in Hot Competition Over Possible Tesla Plant. latinorebels.com Mexico is undergoing a fevered competition among states to win a potential Tesla facility in jostling reminiscent of what happens among U.S. cities and states vying to win investments from tech companies.
(2023-02-27). Biden's Border Crackdown Explained: A Refugee Law Expert Looks at the Legality and Impact of New Asylum Rule. latinorebels.com The Conversation asked Karen Musalo, an expert on refugee law at the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, to explain what the Biden administration's new asylum rule change entails, what its impact will be and why it is so controversial.
(2023-02-27). Police gone Wild: When the Scorpions on the Corner Just Might Kill You. juancole.com 
By Michael Gould-Wartofsky | — ( Tomdispatch.com ) — To residents of Memphis's resource-poor, predominantly nonwhite neighborhoods, the Scorpions were easy to spot. The plainclothes patrols were known for driving their unmarked Dodge Chargers through the streets, often all too recklessly, sowing fear as they went, spitting venom from their windows, jumping out with guns …
(2023-02-27). From Today (Thu), 3 pm ("Stop Cop City"): Online events w) Vandana Shiva, Chomsky, etc. indybay.org Here are about 9 online events taking place over the next week+ (and starting at 3: 00 pm today, Thursday, 2/23), featuring people such as Dário Votório Kopenawa Yanomami, Paul Watson, adrienne maree brown, Vandana Shiva, Noam Chomsky, and many others. | These events are hosted from various locations all across the country, as well from Canada, Australia, and the UK (however, the listed times are all for our "Pacific time zone"). Of course, feel free to share this info with others who might be interested in it.
(2023-02-27). Palestinian Rights Committee Bureau Condemns Extreme Violence by Israeli Forces in Nablus. un.org The Bureau is deeply concerned by the deadly cycles of violence and the senseless loss of civilian lives, mainly Palestinians, which keep growing.
(2023-02-27). FBI Harasses Activists in Florida; Two Indicted on Federal Charges for Jane's Revenge Actions. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-02-27). Newly revealed records reveal how the EPA sided with polluters in a small Montana mining town. peoplesworld.org 
As she drove into Butte, Montana, six years ago to visit her son, environmental epidemiologist Suzanne McDermott couldn't ignore the gouged-out mountain that loomed over the town. It's the result of decades of open-pit mining that continues to this day in Butte. McDermott was stunned at how close the mining pits were to homes and …
(2023-02-27). Amazon workers mount further strikes at Coventry warehouse, posing need for rank-and-file committees. wsws.org Amazon opposes any form of workers' organisation or representation and refuses to recognise or negotiate pay with the GMB. This has lent the union an oppositional standing it does not deserve.
(2023-02-27). Democrats place policing and "public safety" at center of Chicago municipal elections. wsws.org None of the four "major" candidates or any of the also-rans offers any way forward for the working class.
(2023-02-27). At least 59 migrants drown off Italian coast, including newborn baby and 19 other children. wsws.org Responsibility for this terrible crime lies with all the governments of Europe, who have conspired to turn the continent into a "fortress" against desperate people, and with the United States and its allies whose imperialist violence has dismembered societies across the Middle East and Africa.
(2023-02-27). Moldova's President Sandu tightens grip on power, as the country is being drawn into the maelstrom of the NATO-Russia war. wsws.org Moldova is in the grips of a severe political crisis as its government prepares to drag it into the NATO war against Russia.
(2023-02-27). Fascists stage provocation at Broadway show Parade about 1915 lynching of Leo Frank. wsws.org A group of neo-Nazis protested at a preview of Parade in New York City last week, a musical about the trial and 1915 lynching of Leo Frank, a Jewish manager of a factory in Atlanta.
(2023-02-27). Turkish Red Crescent's sale of tents after the earthquake revealed as "government resign" chants rise from stadiums. wsws.org Three weeks after devastating earthquakes caused massive destruction and mass deaths in Turkey and Syria, anger at the government's response is growing.
(2023-02-27). SEP (Australia) candidates hold speak out in southwest Sydney ahead of NSW election. wsws.org SEP candidates Oscar Grenfell and Max Boddy, along with other party members, spoke to people in working-class Liverpool about the need for a socialist alternative to the program of war and austerity put forward by all other parties in the election.
(2023-02-27). The war in Ukraine and how to stop it: Online meeting advances a socialist anti-war strategy for the international working class. wsws.org Saturday's meeting, which was attended by a worldwide audience, presented a powerful case for a unified movement of the international working class for socialist revolution as the only realistic strategy to stop World War III.
(2023-02-27). Junior doctors in England set to strike for three days from March 13. wsws.org What the health union bureaucracy wants is a co-ordinated sell-out not a fightback.
(2023-02-27). Retired Detroit nurse: "When you have CEOs at 'not-for-profit' hospitals making millions a year … something is wrong with the whole system" wsws.org Pat Cason-Merenda is a retired nurse in Detroit who spoke to the WSWS in support of nurses and health care workers around the world who are facing horrific working conditions.
(2023-02-27). More than 300,000 in Michigan with no power five days after ice storm. wsws.org Hundreds of thousands of people across southern Michigan from Detroit to Kalamazoo were still without power for a fifth day on Sunday as the energy monopolies continued making excuses about why nothing has been done to prepare the infrastructure for increasingly intense weather events.
(2023-02-27). Will Lehman demands UAW monitor investigate appointment of Vail Kohnert-Yount to leadership post after $25,000 donation to Shawn Fain. wsws.org In this letter to the court-appointed Monitor, Lehman calls for a "full and transparent investigation into the circumstances behind this appointment… conducted publicly in the view of the rank and file."
(2023-02-27). Sri Lankan SEP election campaign wins support from plantation workers. wsws.org SEP and Plantation Workers Action Committee members campaigned at the Alton, Fairlawn, Glenugie, Strathspey and Gartmore estates in Maskeliya prior to Wickremesinghe's cancelation of the local government polls.
(2023-02-27). "They have upended people's lives": East Palestine residents speak out at Erin Brockovich town hall meeting. wsws.org Residents of East Palestine and surrounding areas packed a town hall meeting hosted by environmental advocate Erin Brockovich Friday evening to hear presentations on the dangers posed by the train derailment and subsequent release and burn of toxic chemicals.
(2023-02-27). Norway emerges as key staging ground for US military provocations against Russia. wsws.org Norway's location on the northwest of the Scandinavian Peninsula, with a 196-kilometre border with Russia, makes it a key ally for US imperialism to wage war on Russia.
(2023-02-27). Anti-Defamation League: All "extremist" mass killings in the US in 2022 linked to the far right. wsws.org The ADL report concealed the fact that the three largest mass shootings last year were directly linked to the Republican Party, making the GOP the number one driver of fascist terrorist violence in the United States.
(2023-02-27). Lula government ends daily COVID-19 tracking in Brazil. wsws.org The announcement of the end of daily pandemic data came just before the PT government completely ignored the threat that Carnival represented for the worsening of the pandemic in Brazil.
(2023-02-27). UK government agrees deal with European Union on Northern Ireland trade. wsws.org The "Windsor framework" deal was secured Monday, after hundreds of hours of negotiations, and announced in a joint press conference by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
(2023-02-27). This week in history: February 27-March 5. 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.
(2023-02-27). Elon Musk Defends 'Dilbert' Creator's Racism As More Newspapers Dump Comic Strip. newsone.com 
Scott Adams, cartoonist and author and creator of "Dilbert," poses for a portrait in his home office with his new book "How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big: Kind of the Story of My Life" on January 6, 2014, in Pleasanton, California. | Source: San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers via Getty Images / Getty | Let's talk about the audacity of whiteness (or "caucasity," if you will). White people who have spent their entire lives oblivious to systemic racism and how it benefits them at the expense of Black people and people of color are suddenly hyper-aware of racial animosity in America and across…
(2023-02-27). White Student Sues Howard University For Racial Discrimination After He Was Expelled. newsone.com 
Source: Jeff Greenberg / Getty | You know—there's a reason why some Black people prefer to exclude white people from Black spaces. It's not so much about anti-whiteness as much as it is about Black people needing to be able to discuss issues within the Black community away from the white gaze and without the input of white people who have not had the lived experience of being Black in America. | So, what are we to make of a white man who makes the decision to attend an
(2023-02-27). US Military Aid to Ukraine Exceeds the Costs of Afghanistan. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). The Stage is Set for Hybrid World War III. libya360.wordpress.com Pepe Escobar A powerful feeling rhythms your skin and drums up your soul as you're immersed in a long walk under persistent snow flurries, pinpointed by selected stops and enlightening conversations, crystallizing disparate vectors one year after the start of the accelerated phase of the proxy war between US/NATO and Russia. That's how Moscow welcomes…
(2023-02-27). NATO's Growing Military Presence in Latin America and the Caribbean. libya360.wordpress.com Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein At present, it has become customary to speak of NATO's expansion "towards Eastern Europe", which, while effective, is a reductionist concept. The truth is that since the end of the bipolar world, the United States, believing itself to be the master of the world, has used NATO to expand throughout the planet….
(2023-02-27). East Palestine: American Chernobyl. libya360.wordpress.com Reporter Jeremy Loffredo joins The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal to discuss his reporting from East Palestine, Ohio, where private police and corporate-controlled environmental groups are controlling the response to a massive detonation of chemicals that has polluted the small town's waterways and air. East Palestinian and small business owner, Bob Figley is worried about the health…
(2023-02-27). European Antiwar Protests Gain Strength as NATO's Ukraine Proxy War Escalates. libya360.wordpress.com Stavroula Pabst and Max Blumenthal Europeans are storming the streets in unprecedented numbers to protest NATO's proxy war in Ukraine and their own declining living standards. The Grayzone has covered demonstrations and interviewed protest leaders in several countries since the war erupted. Athens, Greece —— This February 21, several thousand Greeks filled Athens' streets to denounce NATO and…
(2023-02-27). Woman Finds Roach In Chicken, Has To Fight With Manager Of Slim Chickens To Get Refund. moguldom.com A patron at a popular fast food franchise Slim Chickens restaurant in Pensacola, Florida, found a roach in her husband's chicken tender. But when she complained to a manager, she said it was a battle to get a refund. The customer, Haile Kirkland, 30, posted about her experience on Facebook, and…
(2023-02-27). Renita Ward Is Running for 5th Ward Alderman, Wants To Lead With Inclusion, Collaboration And Compassion. moguldom.com When Renita Ward moved to Chicago in 2007, she fell in love with the city and decided to make it her forever home. Now the healthcare attorney and pastor wants to serve her community differently by running for the 5th Ward Alderman seat. Election day is Tuesday, Feb. 28. When people go to the polls …
(2023-02-27). Famous Dilbert Cartoon Writer Scott Adams Tells Whites Get the Hell Away From Black Americans, They Can't Be Fixed. moguldom.com The creator of the popular "Dilbert" cartoon, which is syndicated in newspapers nationwide, has just canceled himself. Scott Adams went to his YouTube channel, "Real Coffee with Scott Adams," to express his dislike and mistrust of Black people in a racist rant on Feb. 22. Adams created the workplace-focused "Dilbert" comic strip in 1989. During …
(2023-02-27). Core PCE Price Index Inflation Report Higher Than Expected: How Inflation Can Break America. moguldom.com Despite U.S. Federal Reserve efforts to slow inflation, the PCE or personal consumption expenditure index — the Fed's preferred measure of inflation — rose a higher-than-expected 5.4 percent in January, reflecting an accelerating pace of spending and rising prices after a few months of trending down. Even after adjusting for inflation, spending rose 1.1 percent …
(2023-02-27). Hollywood Prophet Harvey Weinstein To Spend Rest Of Life In Prison After Sentencing For Sexual Assault. moguldom.com Disgraced film producer and media mogul Harvey Weinstein, 70, has been sentenced to 16 years for an L.A. rape conviction. He was previously convicted of sex crimes in New York, for which he was sentenced to 23 years in prison. His new sentence will run consecutively, giving him a total of 39 years behind bars …
(2023-02-27). After Being Accused of Satanic Theme At Super Bowl, Rihanna Reported To FCC Over Alleged Sexual Performance. moguldom.com Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime spectacular on Feb. 12 drew all kinds of reactions. Some loved the 13-minute performance, complete with a multitude of dancers. Some complained that Rhianna's performance was low-energy. It even caused viewer complaints to the Federal Communications Commission. But the color of her outfit—-red—-seems to have sparked a rumor that the show …
(2023-02-27). Chile: in memory of Carlos and Pinochet's caravan of death. mronline.org 
Every dawn, during my daily walk to the foothills of the Andes, I pass by the Tobalaba Aerodrome, a facility that caters to a wide variety of private aircraft. In a year marking the 50th anniversary of the coup against the democratically elected government of Salvador Allende, that airport arouses less affable feelings.
(2023-02-27). Nearly half of Canadians aged 18 to 34 support socialism. mronline.org 
Fewer (32%) said income taxes should be raised on all citizens except those with low income to finance socialism, and the fewest (20%) said a purchase tax on goods and services should be imposed to fund socialism.
(2023-02-27). How degrowth can help reduce global conflict. mronline.org 
Defined as an equitable and democratic reduction of energy and material throughput targeted at rich nations and the globally wealthy, degrowth has grown in popularity over the last few years with growing political support.
(2023-02-27). The forest in the city: two years of forest defense in Atlanta, Georgia. mronline.org 
The campaign to
(2023-02-27). Japan's PM Says Tokyo Will Buy 400 US-Made Tomahawk Missiles. news.antiwar.com Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Monday that his country plans to purchase 400 Tomahawk missiles from the US, a deal that will break from Tokyo's post-World War II policy of only having weapons for self-defense purposes. It was first revealed in December that Japan planned to purchase Tomahawks, which have a range of over 1,000 …
(2023-02-27). Yellen Visits Ukraine to Discuss $10 Billion in New Budgetary Aid. news.antiwar.com Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited Ukraine on Monday to discuss an additional $10 billion in new budgetary aid for the country, assistance that goes directly to the government to pay for things like government services and pensions. While in Kyiv, Yellen announced that Ukraine would be receiving $1.2 billion as the first tranche of the …
(2023-02-27). Egypt's Foreign Minister Visits Syria for First Time Since 2011. news.antiwar.com Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Damascus on Monday, making him the highest-level Egyptian official to visit Syria since war broke out in the country in 2011. Shoukry visited Syria to express Egypt's support following a devastating earthquake that killed at least 5,900 people in Syria and 44,000 in …
(2023-02-27). Human Rights Council: Russia responsible for 'widespread death and destruction' in Ukraine. news.un.org UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday once again added his voice to international condemnation of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, telling the Human Rights Council that it had "triggered the most massive violations of human rights we are living today".
(2023-02-27). UN and partners appeal for $4.3 billion for aid operations in Yemen. news.un.org Donors are meeting in Geneva on Monday to raise $4.3 billion to provide support and protection for 17.3 million people in war-torn Yemen, which remains among the world's most severe humanitarian crises.
(2023-02-27). Israel-Palestine: UN envoy gravely concerned over killings and retaliatory attacks. news.un.org Following the latest wave of violence between Israelis and Palestinians, UN Middle East envoy Tor Wennesland on Monday appealed for both sides to take action towards addressing core issues fuelling their conflict.
(2023-02-27). 'No words' to explain people's suffering in Türkiye: A UN Resident Coordinator blog. news.un.org There are "no words" to explain the level of suffering of people in Türkiye following the hugely destructive earthquake which hit the country – as well as Syria – in early February, says Alvaro Rodriguez, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Türkiye.
(2023-02-27). Libya: Bathily proposes election support body, as public frustration mounts. news.un.org Twelve years after its revolution, political tensions in Libya remain high, and its leaders face a "major legitimacy crisis" amid widespread public frustration, the UN's senior official in the country told the Security Council on Monday, announcing plans to create a new mechanism in support of crucial elections.
(2023-02-27). Armenia: Rights experts commend laws to curb use of mercenaries. news.un.org Independent experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council on Monday welcomed Armenia's commitment to combat the use of mercenaries and private security companies, following an eight-day mission to the country.
(2023-02-27). Recursos naturales: 200 empresas maximizan ganancias con el patrimonio de los argentinos. globalizacion.ca Raúl Scalabrini Ortiz, memorando el 17 de octubre de 1945, dijo: "Era el subsuelo de la Patria sublevado". Y lo fue, porque eran los trabajadores quienes entraban por la puerta de nuestra historia. | Esos que recibían salarios paupérrimos y a…
(2023-02-27). Lo que le faltaba a Lasso: La CONAIE rompió el diálogo. globalizacion.ca La Confederación de Nacionalidades Indígenas del Ecuador (Conaie), anunció la ruptura del proceso de diálogo con el Gobierno de Guillermo Lasso, ante la falta de voluntad política para cumplir los acuerdos suscritos tras el paro de junio del año pasado….
(2023-02-27). øHacia dónde va Brasil con Lula? globalizacion.ca Está claro de dónde viene Brasil. Los tiempos del bolsonarismo fueron los peores que el país ha vivido desde la dictadura militar. No fueron solo tiempos de destrucción de la democracia realmente existente, sino también de restablecimiento del neoliberalismo, en…
(2023-02-27). Esta guerra no es nuestra. globalizacion.ca La crisis que vivimos no es un juego ni mucho menos una alegoría de la alucinación, el estruendo de la guerra entre potencias imperialistas cumplió su primer año y los bloques en confrontación se delinean con más claridad. | La reconquista…
(2023-02-27). "Mass Murder Campaign": Turkey-Syria Earthquakes, Ukraine, Plandemic. Interview with Romania Senator Diana Iovanovici-Șoșoacă. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). Video: Conflicts of Interest. Royalties to Corrupt Scientists. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-27). China's Lithium Empire and the New Spheres of Sino-American Conflict. journal-neo.org 
For a long time, the world has been gripped by a rivalry between the two major superpowers, the People's Republic of China and the United States, which is primarily economic in nature but inevitably affects science and technology. Any significant technological advancement becomes a field of Sino-American competition. Lithium-ion batteries (LIB), for example, are now …
(2023-02-27). Report Back from Jordan Peterson Protest in Seattle, WA. itsgoingdown.org 
Report back from recent demonstration against far-Right guru Jordan Peterson in so-called Seattle, WA. On February 16th and February 17th the Paramount Theater, one of several theaters owned and operated by the Seattle Theater Group (STG), played host to pseudo-scientist, transphobic, misogynist Jordan Peterson. This was a rescheduled engagement from Peterson's tour in spring 2022,…
(2023-02-27). Spain: Pedro Sánchez launches 'class war' election campaign. greenleft.org.au With elections due in the next 12 months, Spanish Socialist Workers Party (PSOE) prime minister Pedro Sánchez is hoping his pro-worker posture will be enough to secure victory over the right and keep the independence movement at bay, writes Dick Nichols.
(2023-02-27). Experiences in Thurston County Jail and Thoughts Towards Tearing It All Down. itsgoingdown.org
(2023-02-27). Garment Workers Take on Wage Theft and Wall Street. inequality.org
(2023-02-27). Green Left News podcast launched. greenleft.org.au Green Left journalists Ben Radford and Isaac Nellist round up the latest news from Australia and around the world in this new podcast.
