(2024-01-18). Democracy Now! 2024-01-18 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for January 18, 2024; Palestinian Artist Samia Halaby Slams Indiana University for Canceling Exhibit over Her Support for Gaza; Artist Emily Jacir: Rampant Censorship Is Part of the Genocidal Campaign to Erase Palestinians; Holocaust Survivor Marione Ingram Decries Climate of Censorship After Her Hamburg Talks Are Canceled | Headlines for January 18, 2024; Palestinian Artist Samia Halaby Slams Indiana University for Canceling Exhibit over Her Support for Gaza; Artist Emily Jacir: Rampant Censorship Is Part of the Genocidal Campaign to Erase Palestinians; Holocaust Survivor Marione Ingram Decries Climate o…
(2024-01-18). Democracy Now! 2024-01-18 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for January 18, 2024; Palestinian Artist Samia Halaby Slams Indiana University for Canceling Exhibit over Her Support for Gaza; Artist Emily Jacir: Rampant Censorship Is Part of the Genocidal Campaign to Erase Palestinians; Holocaust Survivor Marione Ingram Decries Climate of Censorship After Her Hamburg Talks Are Canceled | Headlines for January 18, 2024; Palestinian Artist Samia Halaby Slams Indiana University for Canceling Exhibit over Her Support for Gaza; Artist Emily Jacir: Rampant Censorship Is Part of the Genocidal Campaign to Erase Palestinians; Holocaust Survivor Marione Ingram Decries Climate o…
(2024-01-18). Artist Emily Jacir: Rampant Censorship Is Part of the Genocidal Campaign to Erase Palestinians. democracynow.org 
We speak with award-winning Palestinian American artist and filmmaker Emily Jacir, whose event in Berlin in October was canceled after Israel launched its ongoing assault on Gaza. Jacir decries a pattern of "harassment, baseless smear campaigns, canceling shows, canceling talks" conducted against Palestinian artists in Germany and around the world. "It's very much part of a coordinated movement," she says, connecting global censorship of diasporic Palestinian voices with the violent "targeted destruction of culture in Gaza," which she calls a "part of genocide.̶…
(2024-01-18). Palestinian Artist Samia Halaby Slams Indiana University for Canceling Exhibit over Her Support for Gaza. democracynow.org 
We spend the hour looking at how artists, writers and other cultural workers in the United States and Europe are facing a growing backlash after expressing solidarity for Palestine. We begin with one of these "canceled" cultural workers: renowned Palestinian American artist Samia Halaby, whose first U.S. retrospective was canceled by her graduate alma mater, Indiana University, after she criticized Israel's bombardment of Gaza. The school's provost said this week the show would have been a "lightning rod" that carried a "risk of violence." Halaby expresses her shock and d…
(2024-01-18). Targeted Artist: Censorship Is Part of Genocidal Campaign to Erase Palestinians. truthout.org We speak with award-winning Palestinian American artist and filmmaker Emily Jacir, whose event in Berlin in October was canceled after Israel launched its ongoing assault on Gaza. Jacir decries a pattern of "harassment, baseless smear campaigns, canceling shows, canceling talks" conducted against Palestinian artists in Germany and around the world. "It's very much part of a coordinated movement,"… |
(2024-01-18). Holocaust Survivor Marione Ingram Decries Climate of Censorship After Her Hamburg Talks Are Canceled. democracynow.org 
We are joined by 88-year-old Jewish German American Marione Ingram, who describes how her scheduled speaking tour in Hamburg — the city she fled in the Holocaust — was "postponed" this month amid a wider backlash against those speaking out against Israel's assault on Gaza. Ingram has been protesting for months outside the White House calling for a ceasefire, and characterizes U.S. and German pro-Israel policy as "disturbing" and "frightening." As a survivor of the Holocaust, Ingram says, "My childhood was spent in the first 10 years much the same way as…
(2024-01-18). Navigating the News Void: From News Deserts to Revitalization. scheerpost.com 
By Andy Lee Roth and Mickey Huff /Project Censored In 1995, early in the development of the global internet, sociologist Michael Schudson imagined how people might process information if journalism were to suddenly disappear. An expert on the history of US news media, Schudson speculated in his book, The Power of News, that peoples' need to …
(2024-01-18). Analysis: UK Hizb ut-Tahir ban puts Muslim political activism on a 'slippery slope'. middleeasteye.net 
Analysis: UK Hizb ut-Tahir ban puts Muslim political activism on a 'slippery slope' | Often dividing opinion within the Muslim community, many mosques have already banned the group from organising within its premises | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 20: 10 | Supporters of Hizb ut-Tahrir, the Islamic political party, march from Paddington Green to the American embassy in London to protest against the US decisio…
(2024-01-18). New Apple Watches banned in the US – here's why. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – On 26th of October last year, Apple lost their case against technology company called Masimo that started in 2021, the US International Trade Commission has upheld an earlier judge's decision that states Apple has violated medical patents from Masimo, causing Apple to delist all their watch models from their online and physical stores.Few days later, Apple federally decision in Washington D.C. court and lifted the import ban, however, the ban is now back in place forcing apple to stop selling Apple Watch models that contain the disputed light-based blood-oxygen sensor. | Apple commented that the ruling…
(2024-01-18). Ex-Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei Banned From Entering US For 'Corruption'. latintimes.com U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement Wednesday that the department has "credible information indicating‚ÄØthat Giammattei‚ÄØaccepted bribes in exchange for the performance of his‚ÄØpublic functions during his‚ÄØtenure as president of‚ÄØGuatemala,‚ÄØactions that undermined the rule of law and government transparency."
(2024-01-18). Cities say it's the end of the road for 'old man's joy'. ecns.cn A growing number of cities have banned slow, small and unlicensed electric-powered three-wheel or four-wheel vehicles — known as laotoule, "old man's joy" in Chinese — because of safety and management concerns.
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Palestine: Banned in Berlin" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2024-01-18). Bluffs and Counter Bluffs as the War Widens. thealtworld.com When Defence Secretary Austin last visited "Israel", he clearly 'green-lighted' Israeli military action to push Hizbullah away from south Lebanon. | The Washington Post reported on 7 January 2024 that Biden has tasked his staff with preventing widening regional war. The piece was purposefully leaked (as even the Washington Post admit) — and is a bluff. | When Defence Secretary Austin last visited "Israel", he clearly 'green-lighted' Israeli military action to push Hizbullah away from south Lebanon, to the north of the Litani River — about 29 kms north of the Blue Line southern boundary. | Austin's one…
(2024-01-18). Max Blumenthal confronts State Dept on genocide support. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate discuss Blumenthal's latest intervention in the State Department briefing room, where he challenged Blinken spokesman on the Biden administration's rejection of the South African legal case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at …
(2024-01-18). Mother of Captive in Gaza: IDF Killed Her Son with Poison Gas. libya360.wordpress.com Wyatt Reed and Max Blumenthal Ron Sherman An outraged Israeli mom has sparked an uproar after accusing the Israeli army of deliberately gassing her son to death while he was being held in a Gaza tunnel. Now she says the Israeli military had her son's gravestone removed after her critical message went viral. His killing…
(2024-01-18). Israeli army gassed my son 'like Auschwitz,' mother of slain Israeli soldier says. thegrayzone.com An outraged Israeli mom has sparked an uproar after accusing the Israeli army of deliberately gassing her son to death while he was being held in a Gaza tunnel. Now she says the Israeli military had her son's gravestone removed after her critical message went viral. His killing follows a pattern of Israeli military attacks on Israeli captives in Gaza, raising questions about the existence of a friendly fire policy to prevent prisoner swaps. The mother of a now-dead Israeli …
(2024-01-18). Israeli army gassed my son 'like Auschwitz,' mother of slain Israeli soldier says. thegrayzone.com An outraged Israeli mom has sparked an uproar after accusing the Israeli army of deliberately gassing her son to death while he was being held in a Gaza tunnel. Now she says the Israeli military had her son's gravestone removed after her critical message went viral. His killing follows a pattern of Israeli military attacks …
(2024-01-18). VIDEO: Life in Jerusalem under Israel's military dictatorship. thegrayzone.com Journalist Jeremy Loffredo visits the occupied East Jerusalem neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah, a climate of unprecedented repression has descended since October 7. Loffredo documents settler terror attacks on businesses and speaks to local activists who tell him they fear arrest and beatings from Israeli police if they speak out against the assault on Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Biden's 'day after' plan for Gaza reflects ignorance and incompetence. mondoweiss.net 
The Biden administration plan for the "day after" in Gaza is rooted in American hubris and ignorance, and therefore doomed to failure.
(2024-01-18). 100 Days of War: Palestinian Resistance Will Be Netanyahu's Downfall. mintpressnews.com Law number one in the 'law of holes' is that "if you find yourself in a hole, stop digging." Law number two, "If you are not digging, you are still in a hole." These adages sum up Israel's ongoing political, military and strategic crises, 100 days following the start of the war on Gaza. Israeli …
(2024-01-18). 100 Days of War: Palestinian Resistance Will Be Netanyahu's Downfall. mintpressnews.com Law number one in the 'law of holes' is that "if you find yourself in a hole, stop digging." Law number two, "If you are not digging, you are still in a hole." | These adages sum up Israel's ongoing political, military and strategic crises, 100 days following the start of the war on Gaza. | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was faced with the unprecedented challenge of having to react to a major attack launched by Palestinian Resistance in southern Israel on October 7. | This single event is already proving to be a game changer in the relationship between the Israelis and the Palestinians. Its impact will…
(2024-01-18). War on Gaza: Israel killed a Palestinian's family. Then they tortured him. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Israel killed a Palestinian's family. Then they tortured him | Mohammed al-Kilani was among a family of 55 sheltering in Sheikh Radwan, Gaza City. Then Israeli forces stormed their apartment, executing his father, wife and 12-year-old son | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 09: 00 | Israeli soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, in a handout picture released by the Israeli army on 12 January 202…
(2024-01-18). War on Gaza: Hostage's mother says he was poisoned by Israeli army in tunnel. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Hostage's mother says he was poisoned by Israeli army in tunnel | The mother of a hostage who died says her son inhaled fumes from weapons deployed by the Israeli army in Gaza but officials have not confirmed a cause | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 12: 09 | Israeli soldiers operating in Gaza on 12 January (AFP/Israeli army) | The
(2024-01-18). "Gutsy Women: Eva Bartlett" (Interview on UK Column). ingaza.wordpress.com 
Jan 2, 2024, Interview I did on UK Column, with Brian Gerrish. Listen to the interview My
(2024-01-18). 300 Palestinian Sports Clubs Call to Ban Israel from the Olympics. bdsmovement.net 
(2024-01-18). Brazil: 'What War Crimes Has Israel Not Committed in Gaza?'. libya360.wordpress.com Eman Abusidu The Brazilian Deputy Padre Joao delivers a speech at the Brazilian congress in January 2024 [Lucas David] Brazilian Deputy Padre Joà£o and a number of his fellow lawmakers have asked Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira to work towards stopping Israel's genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza and cancelling all agreements with the occupation state,…
(2024-01-18). The Bronx is united with Yemen. workers.org 
Jan. 13, 2024 march in Washington, DC The Bronx is united with Yemen Statement of the Bronx Antiwar Coalition, Jan. 12, 2024 The Bronx Antiwar Coalition strongly condemns the U.S.- and British-led bombing of Yemen, a nation that fulfilled its duty under Article 1 of the Genocide Convention to defend . . . |
(2024-01-18). "Children are dying first. Adults will follow. Before our eyes." — Day 102. israelpalestinenews.org Devastation in Gaza meets denial from Israel; Israeli refusal to cooperate with UN inquiry; deal brokered: medicine for Israeli hostages in exchange for more aid to Gaza; violence in West Bank leads to at least 9 Palestinian deaths; another genocide call; latest from Blinken and US Senate…
(2024-01-18). Palestine Action has spent the past two days disrupting Israel's arms trade in the UK. thecanary.co In recent days Palestine Action has targeted the logistics companies servicing the operations of Israel's arms trade in Britain, as well as the biggest arms manufacturer — disrupting both their operations and exposing their roles in supporting the ongoing genocide of Palestinians. Palestine Action: targeting Israeli arms' supply chain First, Palestine Action targeted logistics companies …
(2024-01-18). Palestine Action has spent the past two days disrupting Israel's arms trade in the UK. thecanary.co In recent days Palestine Action has targeted the logistics companies servicing the operations of Israel's arms trade in Britain, as well as the biggest arms manufacturer — disrupting both their operations and exposing their roles in supporting the ongoing genocide of Palestinians. Palestine Action: targeting Israeli arms' supply chain First, Palestine Action targeted logistics companies […] | By
(2024-01-18). When Yemen Does It It's Terrorism, When The US Does It It's "The Rules-Based Order" caitlinjohnstone.com.au We are ruled by murderous tyrants. By nuclear-armed thugs who would rather starve civilians to protect the continuation of an active genocide than allow peace to get a word in edgewise. | Reading by Tim Foley.
(2024-01-18). DOE Investigations of Campus "Antisemitism" Suppress Criticism of Gaza Genocide. truthout.org Any honest freelance journalist will admit that rejection is simply part of the job. Every story pitch is basically a swing at bat in which the odds of striking out may be higher or lower but are always present. Sometimes the story's been done, sometimes it's just too weak — and sometimes it ruffles the feathers of the publisher who is under investigation by the United States Department of… |
(2024-01-18). 'Stop WW3 Peace Initiative' statementOn the genocide of Palestinian people and their powerful resistance. workers.org 
Representatives of 40 organizations from 25 countries who gathered for a conference Oct. 27-28, 2023 in Rome, Italy. The organizers of the Stop World War 3 Peace Initiative, which held an international conference in Rome, Italy, from Oct. 27-28, 2023, that drew representatives from 40 organizations in 25 countries, issued . . . |
(2024-01-18). West Bank Economy In Tatters As Gaza War Rages. latintimes.com In the occupied West Bank, Hafeth Ghazawneh waits in quiet frustration for customers to visit his falafel stall, which has been deserted since the October 7 Hamas attacks in Israel.
(2024-01-18). Letter urging the States of the world to support South Africa's application to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Israel for violation of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in Gaza. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Letter urging the States of the world to support South Africa's application to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Israel for violation of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in Gaza. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Israel Tells ICJ It Has the 'Most Moral Army in the World' at Genocide Hearing. scheerpost.com 
South Africa's genocide case against Isreal at the International Court of Justice, the Hague on Jan. 12, 2024 via Wikimedia Commons By Marjorie Cohn / Truthout In a historic appearance before the International Court of Justice (ICJ or World Court) in The Hague, the legal team representing the Republic of South Africa presented a powerful and compelling …
(2024-01-18). Fact Sheet setting out the details of South Africa's case. cloud.progressive.international On 29 December, South Africa filed a case before the ICJ at the Hague accusing Israel of genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Israel Tells ICJ It Has the 'Most Moral Army in the World' at Genocide Hearing. scheerpost.com
(2024-01-18). Bosnia war, genocide survivors back ICJ Gaza genocide case. newarab.com 
More than 1,000 Bosnian war and genocide survivors have signed an open letter in support of In the
(2024-01-18). Tunisia travel bans lawyer representing Palestine in ICJ. newarab.com 
"This is the only day I wished to be outside Tunisia," wrote the Tunisian lawyer and former head of Tunisia's Anti-Corruption Authority (INLUC…
(2024-01-18). Israel Tells ICJ It Has the "Most Moral Army in the World" at Genocide Hearing. scheerpost.com
(2024-01-18). Indictment against the State of Israel on Charges of War Crimes, Crimes against Humanity, Genocide. Kuala Lumpur War Crimes Tribunal (2013). globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). So you're a professor? Here's what you can do to oppose genocide. mronline.org 
Feeling helpless does not mean being useless. It is possible to support Palestinians from afar.
(2024-01-18). Israel Condemned for "Cultural Genocide" After Blowing Up University in Gaza. truthout.org The Israel Defense Forces' detonation of more than 300 mines planted at Israa University in Gaza on Wednesday provided the latest evidence that Israel's objective in its bombardment of the enclave is not self-defense, rights advocates said. "This is not self-defense," said Chris Hazzard, an Irish member of the United Kingdom's Parliament. "This is not counter-insurgency. This is ethnic-cleansing."… |
(2024-01-18). U.S., Britain, out of the Red Sea! workers.org 
Bronx Coalition protests genocide outside 'Little Yemen' supermarket, Jan. 6, 2024, just days before U.S.-British planes bombed the country of Yemen. Stop the U.S. war on the Red Sea! U.S. Armed Forces are waging war on Yemen, escalating a conflict in West Asia. However far it may spread, the fire . . . |
(2024-01-18). Rapporteur calls for strong actions to stop genocide in Gaza. plenglish.com Madrid, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations special rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territory, Francesca Albanese, today called for stronger actions to stop the genocide in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Technicality Could Sink Genocide Case v Israel. scheerpost.com 
(2024-01-18). Communities of color demand an immediate ceasefire. peoplesworld.org 
There is a lot of movement protesting the genocide against Palestinians, including over 2,000 Palestine solidarity and peace demonstrations in the U.S. over the past three months. The struggle for peace in Palestine intersects with the 2024 national elections. The Biden administration's continuation of U.S. foreign policy on Israel is fracturing its support among youth …
(2024-01-18). NYC Physician, Medical Student Speak on Gaza Genocide and Intimidation at Campuses and Workplaces. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). Namibia, South Africa rally NAM countries for UN reforms, end to "Palestinian genocide" independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Foreign Ministers at the ongoing Non-Aligned Movement have called on the international community to respect the United Nations Resolutions especially those that respect the sovereignty of member-states. The Ministers meeting that started Wednesday follows the Senior Officials Preparatory Meeting that comprised mainly of technical people and ambassadors to the UN, …
(2024-01-18). President Maduro: Imperialism Co-Opted the Communist Party to Use it Against the Revolution. orinocotribune.com The president of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, recalled that while the people suffered from the "economic genocide" imposed on the country, the Communist Party of Venezuela (PCV) spokesperson joined the attacks of the right and imperialism. | Imperialism, using techniques that "will be known later," penetrated the Communist Party of Venezuela to use it as a mechanism of attack against the Bolivarian Revolution, highlighted the President Maduro. | "They looked for a tamed left and penetrated it. Then they began to use some spokespersons from the Venezuelan Communist Party to accuse Maduro, the political high command,…
(2024-01-18). Australian government buries 2003 Iraq invasion documents. wsws.org The Labor government is trying to withhold the 2003 records under conditions in which it has just joined another disastrous US-led war—against the Houthi government in Yemen, deliberately widening the US-backed Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). NYC physician, medical student speak on Gaza genocide and intimidation at campuses and workplaces. wsws.org A physician and a medical student spoke with the WSWS about the situation facing healthcare workers in Gaza and the attempts to intimidate US opponents of genocide in workplaces and on campuses.
(2024-01-18). US citizen Gonzalo Lira abandoned to die in Ukraine. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate cover the shocking death of Gonzalo Lira, a US citizen imprisoned by Ukraine's regime for criticizing Kiev's war effort, and the Biden administration's abject refusal to intervene on his family's behalf. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at Patreon: patreon.com/grayzone Facebook: …
(2024-01-18). Israeli forces retrieve bodies of 21 detainees from Gaza cemetery. albawaba.com
(2024-01-18). The Solution To Violence In Yemen And The Red Sea Is A Cease-Fire In Gaza. popularresistance.org As Washington continues to help arm and finance the Israeli government's genocidal assault on Gaza, White House rhetoric has increasingly centered on preventing the war from expanding across the region. But the Biden administration's actions in Yemen and the Red Sea are having exactly the opposite effect. | Beginning shortly after the Israeli assault on Gaza started in early October, Houthi militants from Yemen launched a series of attacks on commercial ships, some of them connected to the Israeli economy, in the shipping lanes in and around the Red Sea.
(2024-01-18). Israel urged to avoid further journalist casualties. ummid.com Expressing deep concerns over the alarming deaths of media professionals during the ongoing Israel-Palestine war, the National Press Club has urged the far right Zionist regime to "avoid further journalist casualties" in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Fate of Palestinian health workers kidnapped by Israeli forces remains uncertain. peoplesdispatch.org One month ago, Ahmed Muhanna, the director of Al-Awda Hospital in Jabalya, northern Gaza, was Dr. Muhanna's fate is shared by many other health workers who were arrested during the ongoing Israeli war on the Ga…
(2024-01-18). Consider a transitional administration for Gaza. independent.co.ug 
It would ensure security, work towards reconstruction and to lay the foundations for stability and development COMMENT | JULIEN TOURREILLE | The massacre perpetrated against Israel by Hamas on Oct. 7 opened a new chapter in the tragedy that is the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. For more than 75 years, too many opportunities to achieve lasting peace have …
(2024-01-18). WRAPUP 2-Battle of Khan Younis threatens biggest hospital still working in Gaza. devdiscourse.com Israeli forces advancing into the southern Gaza Strip's main city pounded areas near the biggest hospital still functioning in the enclave on Thursday, sending patients and residents fleeing a battle they feared would lay the city to waste. The heaviest battle of the year so far was under way in Khan Younis, sheltering hundreds of thousands of people who fled the north earlier in the war, now in its fourth month.
(2024-01-18). Gaza Will be the Grave of the Western-led World Order. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). Israeli arrests of Palestinian journalists soared in 2023: CPJ. aljazeera.com More than a dozen Palestinian journalists held in Israeli jails since the start of the Gaza war on October 7.
(2024-01-18). Watch: Jewish teen reveals what he learnt while in Hamas captivity. ummid.com In a touching video shared by the Israeli media, a Jewish teen, Ohad Munde, revealed he learnt Tasbeeh and Shahadah while in the custody of the Palestinian Resistance Group Hamas in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). In Gaza, the US is an active partner in Israel's war. newarab.com 
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(2024-01-18). Palestinian Red Crescent reveals destruction at Gaza City hospital. aljazeera.com Workers with the Palestinian Red Crescent have documented the destruction left by Israeli attacks on a hospital in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Explosion near Erbil airport and Iraqi resistance targets US base in Syria with drones. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- An explosion reverberated near Erbil airport, triggering sirens at the American consulate.In a related incident, Iraqi resistance has announced the successful targeting of the occupied American Hemo base west of Qamishli Airport in Syria, employing drones in the operation. Iraqi resistance groups have escalated attacks on US positions in Iraq and Syria as a response to perceived US support for Israeli actions in Gaza. ÿߟÑÿπÿ±ÿߟÇ: ÿߟџ֟ÇÿߟàŸÖÿ© &yu…
(2024-01-18). Egypt: Expected socioeconomic impacts of the Gaza war on neighbouring countries in the Arab region. reliefweb.int 
Countries: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territory, Syrian Arab Republic | Sources: UN Development Programme, UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia | Please refer to the attached file. | 1 Observed impacts in the region to date | In November 2023, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) conducted an early assessment of the then expected economic and human impact of the war on the State of Palestine. The present policy brief complements that assessment by examining the likely effects of the Gaza war on neighbo…
(2024-01-18). On 100th day of Israel's Gaza War, massive protests in US, UK and other parts of world. ummid.com Condemning the continued U.S. support to the Zionists, thousands of Americans gathered outside White House in Washington DC Sunday January 14, 2024 as the Israeli brutal war against the Palestinians in Gaza Strip entered 100th day.
(2024-01-18). Mother of Gaza captive says Israeli army gassed son to death. new.thecradle.co
(2024-01-18). Gaza: A Ghastly Window into the Crisis of Global Capitalism. znetwork.org
(2024-01-18). Israeli President Says 'No Israelis in Their Right Mind' Are Thinking About Peace. news.antiwar.com Israeli President Isaac Herzog said Thursday that no Israelis "in their right mind" are thinking about peace as Israeli officials continue to make clear the onslaught in Gaza will not end anytime soon. "If you ask an average Israeli now about his or her mental state, nobody in his right mind is willing now to …
(2024-01-18). Understanding The Myths And Realities Of Israel. youtube.com Ilan Pappe, professor of history at the University of Exeter, discusses the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Headlines for January 18, 2024. democracynow.org Pakistan Launches Retaliatory Airstrikes Against Iran, U.S. Bombs Yemen for Fourth Time in a Week, Israeli Bombing in Rafah Kills 16 Displaced Palestinians, Including Children, Israel Blows Up Israa University Near Gaza City, Palestinian Journalist Wael Fannouneh of Al-Quds Today TV Killed by Israel in Gaza City, U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres Reiterates Call for Ceasefire in Gaza, 10 Palestinians Killed in Occupied West Bank as Israel Carries Out Major Raids, U.K. House of Commons Approves Plan to Send Asylum Seekers to Rwanda, House Speaker Johnson Says Senate Deal Is "Dead" If Dems DonR…
(2024-01-18). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 103: Israel Attacks Southern Gaza Hospital. popularresistance.org On Wednesday, the Gaza's Ministry of Health said that Israeli forces committed 16 massacres in the Gaza Strip, killing 163 Palestinians and injuring 350 in the past 24 hours. | Israel has killed at least 24,448 Palestinians and injured 61,504 others since October, the ministry added, warning that it detected the spread of hepatitis A, a liver disease, "as a result of overcrowding and low levels of hygiene in places of displacement in the Gaza Strip." | "We warn against stopping the laboratory blood test (CBC) at any moment due to the lack of its materials," it added on its Telegram channel.
(2024-01-18). Arab deal could see Israel ties for Palestinian statehood. newarab.com 
An initiative to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and release Israeli hostages is being discussed between The plan could be presented within "a few weeks," FT said, quoting a senior Arab official. It aims to prevent a wider regional conflagration, as tens…
(2024-01-18). Netanyahu Tells US There Will Be No Palestinian State in Any Post-War Scenario. news.antiwar.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that he has told the US there will be no Palestinian state in any post-war scenario and that Israel must control all of the territory from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea, which includes the West Bank and Gaza. "In any future arrangement … Israel needs security …
(2024-01-18). Life in Jerusalem Under Israel's Military Dictatorship. libya360.wordpress.com Journalist Jeremy Loffredo visits the occupied East Jerusalem neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah, a climate of unprecedented repression has descended since October 7. Loffredo documents settler terror attacks on businesses and speaks to local activists who tell him they fear arrest and beatings from Israeli police if they speak out against the assault on Gaza.
(2024-01-18). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 104: Israel's unrelenting assault continues — 'If we're not killed by bombs, we die from the cold, starvation, or disease'. mondoweiss.net 
As Palestinians in Gaza continue to be starved and bombed by Israel, the U.S. has designated Yemen's Ansar Allah group as terrorists in hopes of intimidating their resistance against Israel's ongoing aggression.
(2024-01-18). Moroccans struggle to celebrate AFCON win amid Gaza war. newarab.com 
Despite Morocco's "It's hard to go chanting and dancing into the streets while we know our brothers in Gaza are being bombed daily," Ahmed, a Moroccan student who joined a crowd of spectators in a café in Rabat, told…
(2024-01-18). Gaza: Israeli strikes kill another journalist amid shelling. newarab.com 
Wael Fanouneh, the director of Al-Quds Al-Yaoum TV network was reportedly killed by a strike in central Gaza. | Fanouneh is the ninth employee from the channel to be killed by Israeli strikes, which have targeted civilians – including journalists and media personnel. | Meanwhile, the death toll in the war-hit enclave has now reached 24,620 as of Thursday, the health ministry said…
(2024-01-18). Video: councillor quits Labour in tears over Gaza slaughter. skwawkbox.org Kirklees councillor Ammar Anwar resigns during council meeting as Labour mayor sits stony-faced — but party panicking behind scenes after reports of further impending resignations Kirklees councillor Ammar Anwar resigned from the Labour party last night, delivering his tearful resignation speech to a council meeting as senior Labour figures, including the mayor, sat stony-faced. Labour's …
(2024-01-18). ICRC welcomes the agreement to deliver medication to the hostages and medical facilities in Gaza. icrc.org News release | From the onset of the events of 7 October 2023, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has been calling for the unconditional release of the hostages as a priority, while also pressing for access to them and the ability to provide medica…
(2024-01-18). How the Gaza war can be big news and invisible at the same time. nationofchange.org The horrors in Gaza are being propelled by the U.S. war machine, but you wouldn't know it from the standard U.S. media.
(2024-01-18). Israel obliterates Gaza's last university amid boycott calls. newarab.com 
The Al-Israa University, which was overran by Israeli forces during their ground
(2024-01-18). Senators vote to table Sanders' resolution on Israel and Gaza. nationofchange.org While the issue continues to split Democrats, almost all Republicans voted against it and 17 senators missed the vote.
(2024-01-18). 45 days on, Success Eludes Israeli Army in Khan Younis. ummid.com The Israeli deaths in Khan Younis reflect the overall number of the soldiers being killed in the Gaza whether it's in the north middle, east and to the south of the Strip.
(2024-01-18). Gaza day 103: Al-Qassam intensifies strikes against Israeli forces. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In its latest update, Al-Qassam Brigades reported targeting a Zionist troop carrier, two bulldozers, and a Merkava tank in strategic locations across the Gaza Strip. Additionally, fierce clashes with an Israeli foot force resulted in the killing of four soldiers near the Eastern Cemetery in northern Gaza. A video released by Al-Qassam Brigades showcases the fighters targeting Israeli military vehicles and tanks, underscoring the ongoing resilience and determination in the face of the Israeli adversity over the past 103 days in Gaza. ÿ®ÿߟџşäÿ&O…
(2024-01-18). How looting by Israeli soldiers in Gaza is widespread. newarab.com 
(2024-01-18). Miscarriages in Gaza Have Skyrocketed by 300 Percent Under Israel's Siege. truthout.org The rate of miscarriages has skyrocketed in Gaza, health care workers in Gaza have reported, with issues like malnutrition and lack of access to health care and hygiene caused by Israel's violent siege and blockade spurring major health crises across the region. Health care professionals in Gaza have seen a 300 percent increase in miscarriages since Israel began its genocidal assault… |
(2024-01-18). War on Gaza: Palestinians fear ground raid on Nasser Hospital. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Palestinians fear ground raid on Nasser Hospital | Situation in Khan Younis rapidly deteriorating under intensified bombardment, as Arab nations develop 'plan to create Palestinian state' | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 15: 16 | This handout picture released on 18 January 2024 shows Israeli soldiers in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip (AFP/Handout/Israeli army) | Two consecutive nights of he…
(2024-01-18). A tale of two fathers. electronicintifada.net There is no respite in Gaza as families are torn apart.
(2024-01-18). PDF of January 18 print issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF. South Africa puts Israel on trial before the world A strong class orientation is needed in 2024 On Palestine and the resistance: Activists resist Northeastern U's attack The fight against Israeli apartheid Cities, unions demand Gaza ceasefire Israeli youth defy military conscription Port of Oakland shut down . . . |
(2024-01-18). Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng ignores ceasefire calls, but local coalition refuses to quit. peoplesworld.org 
QUEENS, N.Y.—U.S. Rep. Grace Meng won't budge in her refusal of a ceasefire in Gaza, despite the appeals of her constituents that she stand up for peace. On Jan. 12, the Queens 6th District Ceasefire Coalition (Queens6forCeasefire), a broad coalition of community members and organizations in New York's 6th Congressional District, met with Meng to …
(2024-01-18). Journalists Rebel Over Gaza Coverage In Australia. popularresistance.org A rash of Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) staff departures and the suppression of journalists critical of their organisations' reporting on Gaza has been called a betrayal of the role of journalism in democracy. | Former Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) presenter Mary Kostakidis says the state-funded broadcaster and other news groups in Australia have refused to hold power to account by challenging official narratives by Israel and Western states supporting its attack on Gaza since Oct. 7. | Instead, the professional integrity of news staff battling to tell the truth is being challenged by their emplo…
(2024-01-18). Gaza sees longest continuous telecoms blackout since 7 Oct. newarab.com 
The For nearly a week, Gaza has been without proper phone and internet services, which Palestinian telecoms provider Jawwal blames on Israel. | The blackout has left people in the enclave unable to communicate with the outside world amid an Israeli assault which has kille…
(2024-01-18). Maghazi residents left reeling after Israeli forces withdraw. aljazeera.com Palestinians in central Gaza refugee camp struggle to pull their loved ones from under the rubble amid mass destruction.
(2024-01-18). The loss and destruction of Gaza's football stadiums. newarab.com 
"I used to be in a stadium with a packet of popcorn and a soda to enjoy two hours of football. Now, I am here, displaced and a refugee, with only my clothes," begins Ahmed Hamada, who fled from his town in Gaza to seek refuge at the Al-Dorra Stadium. | "I never imagined in my life that the stadium would be a home to me one day." | "After Israel unleashed their brutal war, these small spaces of leisure turned into piles of rubble, while football stadiums became unprotected sanctuaries for evacuees from the north of Gaza" | Life in Gaza before October 7 was already not that fun-laden for people. Their entertainm…
(2024-01-18). Blackouts in Gaza must not be used as 'weapons of war': Rights group. aljazeera.com Gaza is under a weeklong sustained telecoms outage, the longest since the onset of the war with Israel.
(2024-01-18). Netanyahu Says Israel's Goal Is to Wipe Out All Possibility of Palestinian State. truthout.org In one of his most alarming statements yet since the beginning of Israel's current assault on Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to oppose the existence of a Palestinian state in any future scenario, in favor of Israeli control anywhere west of the Jordan river — an area encompassing all of what remains of Palestine. "In any future arrangement … Israel needs security control… |
(2024-01-18). Reviving ISIS: a US Weapon Against the Resistance Axis. orinocotribune.com By The Cradle's Iraq Correspondent — Jan 16, 2024 | Iraqi security sources are warning of an ISIS revival in the country, which coincides all too neatly with the spike in Iraqi resistance operations against US bases in Iraq and Syria, and with widening regional instability caused by Israel's military assault on Gaza. | More than six years after declaring victory over the terrorist organization, Iraqi intelligence reports now indicate that thousands of ISIS fighters are emerging unscathed, under the protection of US forces in two regions of western Iraq. | The missing piece of the puzzle | According to intell…
(2024-01-18). Bernie Sanders backs US attack on Yemen. wsws.org From the beginning of the Israeli onslaught against Gaza, Sanders has promoted the propaganda line of Tel Aviv and Washington that Israel's campaign of mass murder is a defensive response to the armed incursion of Hamas last October 7. He is now providing a similar service for the war criminals in Washington in relation to their illegal attack on Yemen.
(2024-01-18). Journalists Rebel Over Gaza Coverage. consortiumnews.com
(2024-01-18). Global 1% own 43% of financial assets, 5 richest billionaires doubled wealth while 5 billion workers got poorer. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
The world's richest 1% own 43% of global financial assets, and the wealth of the top five billionaires has doubled since 2020, while 60% of humanity got poorer, according to a report by Oxfam.
(2024-01-18). When Yemen does it it's 'terrorism', when the US does it it's 'the rules-based order'. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone The Biden administration has officially re-designated Ansarallah‚Ää—‚Ääthe dominant force in Yemen also known as the Houthis‚Ää—‚Ääas a Specially Designated Global Terrorist entity. The White House claims the designation is an appropriate response to the group's attacks on US military vessels and commercial ships in the Red Sea and the Gulf of…
(2024-01-18). How the US Misleads the World About Its Involvement in Yemen. Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). Up to 98% of Adverse Effects Go Unreported: Why the Yellow Card Scheme is Not Fit for Purpose. dailysceptic.org With underreporting of up to 98%, the Yellow Card Scheme for adverse effects is not fit for purpose, say Carl Heneghan and Tom Jefferson. What's more, drug side-effects are responsible for 6.5% of all hospital admissions.
(2024-01-18). Lango Reacts to Atim Ogwal's Death. plusnews.ug 
There is a somber mood in Lango following the news of Cecilia Atim Ogwal's death. First announced by Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, the speaker of Parliament, the news about Ogwal's death spread through social media like wild fire sending Lango into a frenzy. Atim Ogwal succumbed to cancer from a Hospital in India at 77 …
(2024-01-18). Lango reacts to Atim Ogwal's death. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | First announced by Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, the speaker of Parliament, the news about Ogwal's death spread through social media like wild fire sending Lango into a frenzy. Atim Ogwal succumbed to cancer from a Hospital in India at 77 years. Commonly referred to as "Atat" in Lango, Atim …
(2024-01-18). Midwives protest firings at NY Presbyterian Hospital. workers.org 
WW PHOTO: Ellen Catalinotto Nurses and midwives from the Bronx and Manhattan joined a rally Jan. 11 in support of midwives who recently received letters of termination from New York Presbyterian Hospital. They spoke outside Presby's Allen Hospital at the northern tip of Manhattan, demanding that management reverse its decision . . . |
(2024-01-18). NHS Wales Reports Significant Decrease in Hospital Waiting Times. medriva.com The National Health Service (NHS) in Wales has reported a significant decrease in hospital waiting times in recent months, marking a positive step towards reducing the long-standing issue of waiting times for medical treatment. This improvement indicates progress in the healthcare system that could potentially lead to better access to healthcare services for patients in…
(2024-01-18). Hizb ut-Tahrir ban: British MPs vote to add Islamic group to terrorism list. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-01-18). Lula participated in the signing of an agreement for creation of an aerospace park in Brazil. tvbrics.com 
It will be dedicated to advanced research in the aerospace industry…
(2024-01-18). Russia to Renew Chennai-Vladivostok Route. infobrics.org The maritime transport corridor from the port of Chennai to the port of Vladivostok functioned successfully in the Soviet era…
(2024-01-18). Nigeria and Russia Bolstering Ties, BRICS Membership on the Horizon. infobrics.org In an enlightening conversation with RT, Muda Yusuf, a distinguished Nigerian economist, shed light on the burgeoning ties between Nigeria, the continent's most populous nation, and Russia…
(2024-01-18). Chinese Foreign Minister and Brazilian President are meeting on the 19th of January. tvbrics.com 
Wang's official visit to Brazil is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties…
(2024-01-18). Entry of Middle Eastern Nations Into BRICS+: Important Economic and Geopolitical Takeaways. infobrics.org Five countries — Saudi Arabia, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia and Egypt entered BRICS as full members on Jan. 1, now referred to as BRICS+. The BRICS grouping was created in 2006 by Brazil, Russia, India and China, while South Africa joined BRICS in 2011…
(2024-01-18). UAE banking sector shows resilience in the face of global challenges. tvbrics.com 
Customer confidence in the banking sector in UAE is on the rise…
(2024-01-18). Cabinet IDSC initiates a national dialogue on the direction of the Egyptian economy. tvbrics.com 
The main goal of the national dialogue is to reach public consensus on policies and mechanisms to implement the document's goals…
(2024-01-18). A Closer Look at Coal Demand in the BRICS Economies>. infobrics.org In the realm of global energy dynamics, the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—stand as crucial players shaping the trajectory of coal demand…
(2024-01-18). Will the Expanded BRICS Finally Dethrone the Dollar with Help from Crypto. infobrics.org The economies of the BRICS group, which until now has included Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, already in 2023 accounted for 32% of the world's GDP – compared to 30% for the G7 countries. The bloc will yield even more influence in 2024, with the addition of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, Egypt, and Ethiopia…
(2024-01-18). "We meant it": US stresses there is no other military package for Ukraine. infobrics.org US does not know where 40,000 weapons sent to Ukraine ended up.
(2024-01-18). Ukraine closing colleges due to absence of students. infobrics.org The irresponsible mobilization measures are destroying Ukrainian youth and threatening the country's future.
(2024-01-18). Lavrov: Over 30 countries seek closer engagement with BRICS. eng.belta.by Sergey Lavrov described the decision at last year's summit in South Africa to expand the number of BRICS members as a particularly important step towards strengthening the BRICS' position on the international stage.
(2024-01-18). Zelensky refuses to give up on 'peace talks without Russia' fantasies. infobrics.org Who in their right mind thinks Moscow would even consider talking to someone with demands that effectively amount to its unconditional capitulation, let alone accept such a "peace deal", especially when the actual situation on the battlefield suggests a complete opposite?>
(2024-01-18). Free trade regime to extend to 31 countries in Africa this year. tvbrics.com 
(2024-01-18). US imperial dominance, BRICS sub-imperialism and unequal ecological exchange. cadtm.org Patrick Bond is a Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the University of Johannesburg, as well as a political economist, political ecologist and scholar of social mobilisation. He is the author of BRICS: An Anti-Capitalist Critique and Extreme Uneven Development: Financial Volatility, Deep Capitalist Crisis and Super-Exploitation in South Africa and the World. In this interview with Federico Fuentes for LINKS International Journal of Socialist Renewal, Bond discusses modern-day (…) | – | / |
(2024-01-18). The Indian economy is expected to grow by 7.3 per cent in the current financial year. tvbrics.com 
This was stated by the Reserve Bank of India Governor at the World Economic Forum in Davos…
(2024-01-18). US imperial dominance, BRICS sub-imperialism and unequal ecological exchange. cadtm.org Patrick Bond is a Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the University of Johannesburg, as well as a political economist, political ecologist and scholar of social mobilisation. He is the author of BRICS: An Anti-Capitalist Critique and Extreme Uneven Development: Financial Volatility, Deep Capitalist Crisis and Super-Exploitation in South Africa and the World. In this interview with Federico Fuentes for LINKS International Journal of Socialist Renewal, Bond discusses modern-day (…) | – | / |
(2024-01-18). India hosted the National Startup Day. tvbrics.com 
The country has become one of the main centres of attraction in the global startup ecosystem…
(2024-01-18). Greater BRICS –°ooperation Enjoys Bright Prospects. infobrics.org The BRICS group officially welcomed Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Iran, and Ethiopia as new members on Jan. 1 this year, doubling its membership from 5 to 10…
(2024-01-18). Russia's Lavrov rejects US proposal to resume nuclear arms talks. aljazeera.com The foreign minister also warned that Ukraine must end its push to join NATO before any peace discussions can proceed.
(2024-01-18). The Future of Energy: NuScale's Small Modular Reactors. medriva.com In the quest for achieving a zero-carbon economy, there lies an unexpected hero: nuclear energy. While often overlooked due to its potential risks, nuclear fission is a reliable 24/7 baseload energy source that can significantly contribute to the transition towards a sustainable future. However, the slow pace of new nuclear power stations being built and…
(2024-01-18). What is Nuclear Battery, and Why It is in News This Week? ummid.com Said to be in early stages of development, the nuclear battery triggered interest once again after a Chinese start-up, Betavolt New Energy Technology, announced a miniature atomic battery that can last for 50 long years with a single charge.
(2024-01-18). Inside The Fight To Save Philly's Chinatown From A New Arena. popularresistance.org Since the summer of 2022, the city of Philadelphia has seen a fierce battle over the home of their professional basketball team, the 76ers. Currently located at Wells Fargo Center on Philly's south side, economic power players have been shopping around a proposal for a new 18,000 seat arena called 76 Place, which would move NBA games to the city's bustling downtown core (known as Center City). With a billion-dollar price tag, 76 Place represents a partnership between team owners Josh Harris and David Blitzer and real estate mogul David Adelman, who have argued that the arena would create new jobs, raise tax reven…
(2024-01-18). Inside the fight to save Philly's Chinatown from a new NBA arena. wagingnonviolence.org
(2024-01-18). Lavrov: U.S. policy of unrestrained NATO expansion provoked conflict in Ukraine. eng.belta.by The minister highlighted that Russia "decided not to put up with the use of the Kiev regime as a tool to create direct threats to its security".
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(2024-01-18). Fiscal Help: How to File Taxes as an Immigrant. latintimes.com
(2024-01-18). UK's Sunak Survives Knife-edge Vote As Rwanda Bill Clears Commons. latintimes.com UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak survived a key test of his leadership Wednesday, fending off right-wing rebels to win a crunch parliamentary vote on his contentious plan to send migrants to Rwanda.
(2024-01-18). 'Libya is hell' 126 refugees rescued in the Mediterranean say. aljazeera.com
(2024-01-18). Sudan – Complex Emergency Fact Sheet #8, Fiscal Year (FY) 2024. reliefweb.int 
Countries: Sudan, United States of America | Source: US Agency for International Development | Please refer to the attached file. | SITUATION AT A GLANCE | 13,347 Deaths Caused by Ongoing Conflict in Sudan Since April 15, 2023 ACLED — January 2024 | 24.8 MILLION Number of People in Need of Humanitarian Assistance UN — December 2023 | 6 MILLION People Internally Displaced Since April 15, 2023 IOM — January 2024 | 1 MILLION Sudanese Refugees and Asylum-Seekers Displaced from Sudan Since April 15, 2023 UNHCR — January 2024 | 419,917 Refugee Returnees Displaced Since April 15, 2023 UNHCR…
(2024-01-18). Myanmar Emergency Overview Map: Number of people displaced since Feb 2021 and remain displaced (As of 15 Jan 2024). reliefweb.int 
Country: Myanmar | Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees | Please refer to the attached Map.
(2024-01-18). Expanding Protection Options? Flexible Approaches to Status for Displaced Syrians, Venezuelans, and Ukrainians. reliefweb.int 
Countries: Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Hungary, Mexico, Moldova, Peru, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine, United States of America, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) | Source: Migration Policy Institute | Please refer to the attached file. | Flexible Approaches to Protection for Displaced Individuals Bring Benefits in Certain Circumstances but Must Not Replace Refugee Status | WASHINGTON, DC — Faced with displacement crises that have stretched asylum systems to their limits, countries increasingly are turning to alternatives to traditional ref…
(2024-01-18). Irish Government Sends in Riot Police to Tipperary as Locals Protest Closure of Last Hotel to Accommodate Asylum Seekers. dailysceptic.org Amid an immigration surge, a shortfall of 250,000 homes and soaring rents, the Irish Government has sent in riot police to Tipperary where locals are protesting the closure of the last hotel to accommodate asylum seekers.
(2024-01-18). AOC: GOP Would Rather Sacrifice Child Labor Laws Than Allow Legal Immigration. truthout.org Republicans are aiming to erode legal immigration pathways as part of their latest attacks on immigration, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) warned this week as the White House negotiates an immigration deal with the GOP to prevent a government shutdown. On social media, Ocasio-Cortez highlighted a portion of a House Oversight Committee hearing on immigration from Wednesday… |
(2024-01-18). China logs 424 million border entries, exits in 2023. ecns.cn Border inspection agencies across China handled 424 million entries and exits in 2023, an increase of 266.5 percent from the previous year, according to figures released by the National Immigration Administration at a press conference on Thursday.
(2024-01-18). Thousands at risk of unemployment at Tata steel. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Tata Steel, the Indian global steel manufacturer and owner of Port Talbot, has rejected a trade union deal amongst a recently announced 4-year-long plan to switch to a more environmentally-friendly approach, rendering the company unable to afford the majority of the 4,000 workers it currently employs, which the company informed the union about.The steel works company explained that the Wales factory is running at a loss, causing the decision to halt the fire of their blasting furnaces, and transition to electric arc furnaces that turn recycled scrap into steel in a much environmentally and financially…
(2024-01-18). Northern Ireland grinds to a freezing halt over public pay dispute. aljazeera.com Unions representing approximately 170,000 of the region's 225,000 public sector workers called the 24-hour strike.
(2024-01-18). Kim Jong Un sends New Year greetings to leaders of other countries. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, Kim Jong Un, sent congratulatory messages for the New Year to numerous heads of State and government, as well as leaders of left-wing parties and organizations.
(2024-01-18). Washington State sues to break up planned Kroger-Albertson's merger. peoplesworld.org 
OLYMPIA, Wash.—Siding with the United Food and Commercial Workers, but for a different reason—the end of competition in 50% of the state's grocery market—Washington Attorney General Robert Ferguson is suing to block the merger of the Kroger and Albertson's grocery chains. The multibillion-dollar deal, which federal officials are also reviewing on antitrust grounds, has drawn …
(2024-01-18). Global 1% own 43% of financial assets, 5 richest billionaires doubled wealth while 5 billion workers got poorer. geopoliticaleconomy.substack.com 
Subscribe now The world's richest 1% own 43% of global financial assets, and the wealth of the top five billionaires has doubled since 2020, while 60% of humanity — nearly 5 billion people — collectively got poorer, according to a report by Oxfam, a leading international humanitarian organization. Oxfam published the study, "Inequality Inc.", to …
(2024-01-18). Emergency online meeting: Stop the mass layoffs in the auto industry! wsws.org The Autoworkers Rank-and-File Committee Network and the WSWS are holding an emergency online meeting this Saturday to discuss how to organize to stop mass layoffs in the auto industry.
(2024-01-18). UN Special Rapporteur denounces Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program as a "contemporary form of slavery" wsws.org The report found that contemporary forms of slavery and exploitation abound under Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, which is chiefly used to provide low-paid workers from impoverished countries for employers, especially in the agricultural and food-processing sectors.
(2024-01-18). Sri Lankan health unions call off strike as government refuses to address workers' demands. wsws.org Health workers have been involved in more strikes and protests than any other section of the Sri Lankan working class since 2020. Now they need to review the political lessons of these experiences.
(2024-01-18). USPS city letter carriers kept in the dark as union preps for binding arbitration in contract talks. wsws.org Workers have been on the job for nearly eight months since their last contract expired in May and have received virtually no information about the status of talks since.
(2024-01-18). Food Insecurity in Prison Makes People Like Me Vulnerable to Labor Exploitation. scheerpost.com
(2024-01-18). Davos Forum gives priority attention to Artificial Intelligence (AI). plenglish.com In this regard, the International Computer and AI Network (ICAIN) pronounced in this meeting to develop artificial intelligences that take into account emerging countries and reduce global injustice. | In this regard, the Network presented on Thursday an initiative that already has its first project. | The Swiss Foreign Affairs Ministry and the polytechnics of Lausanne and Zurich, in collaboration with several partners, launched this network, which aims to promote international research projects whose objectives are aligned with those of the United Nations (UN), for sustainable development. | To this end, the fo…
(2024-01-18). US jobless claims lowest since September 2022. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The US Department of Labor has announced this week's unemployment insurance claims, which came at an unexpected 187,000 in initial filings, a volume not seen in almost 16 months, with 16,000 fewer claims compared to last week's 203,000.An unemployment claim is issued when a person is dismissed from their position with no fault of the employee, they are filed in the state department in hopes of a temporary monetary compensation; it is a strong indicator of the current state of the labor market and economy in general.This week's drop in claims comes against Dow Jones estimation of 208,000, as well as an…
(2024-01-18). FDA Declines Approval for Shin Nippon Biomedical Laboratories' Acute Migraine Treatment. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). 21st Annual MLK Day Event Focused on Labor, Community and Palestinian Struggles. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). China steps up development of intelligent vehicles. ecns.cn China is stepping up the push to bolster the development of intelligent connected vehicles and encourage trials of vehicle-road-cloud collaborative system in more cities, according to the country's top industry regulator.
(2024-01-18). Govt just passed 'highly dangerous' new rules to damage NHS — and Labour didn't oppose. skwawkbox.org 
Tories hoped to pass new legislation on new non-doctor roles 'with a whisper' and fail to keep it quiet — but it passes anyway after Starmer decides not to oppose A Tory attempt to keep dangerous new 'secondary legislation' on NHS care quiet by passing it with little or no debate failed today, but the …
(2024-01-18). Pakistan retaliates with strikes inside Iran killing nine. peoplesdispatch.org Pakistan's strike was in retaliation to an Iranian attack on Tuesday which was targeted against alleged bases of the group Jaish al-Adl which had claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack in December…
(2024-01-18). What Makes a Child Murder Another Child? fairobserver.com 
Like a monster serially rebirthed, child murder appears after periods of decline. It unfailingly strikes terror and panic into entire societies. The murder of children by other children is a crime that transcends time, space, logic and other finitudes that criminologists are used to. There is a dreadful counterintuitive senselessness about children who kill other…
(2024-01-18). Jordan's airstrikes on south Syria 'drug smugglers' kill 9. newarab.com 
Jordanian fighter jets conducted at least two raids on the towns of Orman and Malah in the The strike on Orman hit two…
(2024-01-18). Suspected Jordanian air strike in Syria kills at least 9. aljazeera.com Crowds gather and search for survivors around a home flattened by an air attack in southern Syria…
(2024-01-18). After Pakistan strikes back on Iran, China offers mediation. muslimmirror.com Beijing : China Thursday offered to play a "constructive role" to ease tension between Pakistan and Iran following their missile strikes against each other over the last two days and asked the two countries to "exercise restraint and calmness and avoid escalation". Pakistan conducted "precision military strikes" against what it called "terrorist hideouts" in Iran's …
(2024-01-18). Can Iran and Pakistan contain cross-border tensions? aljazeera.com Pakistan launches strikes inside Iran, saying they were retaliation for attacks by Tehran on targets in Pakistan.
(2024-01-18). 9 killed in Pakistan strikes on Iran in retaliatory attack. newarab.com 
"Two men were also killed in the missile attack this morning in one of the border villages of Saravan, bringing the death toll to nine," the official IRNA news agency said quoting Alireza Marhamati, deputy provincial governor of Iran's…
(2024-01-18). Pakistan launches tit-for-tat air strikes on Iran killing at least nine. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-01-18). Pakistan retaliates with strikes inside Iran killing nine. peoplesdispatch.org Pakistan's strike was in retaliation to an Iranian attack on Tuesday which targeted against alleged bases of the group Jaish al-Adl. The terrorist outfit had claimed responsibility for a attack in Iran in December…
(2024-01-18). Government to deduct salary of those who join strike in Argentina. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The spokesman of the Argentine Presidency, Manuel Adorni, confirmed today the decision to deduct one day's salary from state employees who participate in a general strike scheduled for January 24.
(2024-01-18). Biden Says Strikes Against Houthis Aren't Working as US Bombs Yemen for 5th Time. news.antiwar.com President Biden acknowledged on Thursday that his strikes against the Houthis were not working to stop the Yemeni group but vowed they would continue anyway as the US military bombed Yemen for the fifth time within a week. The president made the comments when asked by a reporter if his strikes against the Houthis were …
(2024-01-18). Pakistan Launches Retaliatory Airstrikes in Iran Targeting Militant Groups. news.antiwar.com Pakistan said Thursday that it carried out airstrikes targeting militants in Iran, which came after an Iranian attack on Pakistani soil. Pakistani officials said the strikes targeted seven locations used by ethnic Baloch militant groups known as the Balochistan Liberation Army and Balochistan Liberation Front. Pakistani warplanes and drones hit targets about 30 miles inside …
(2024-01-18). At least nine killed in Pakistan's air strikes on Iran. muslimmirror.com Tehran : Nine people were killed in air strikes by Pakistan into Iranian territory on Thursday, Iran's state news agency IRNA reported. Islamabad's military action comes after a missile attack by Tehran targetting an "Iranian terrorist group" killed two children in the southwestern Balochistan province in Pakistan. Thursday's attack by Pakistan took place at 9: 05 …
(2024-01-18). US-UK Bomb Yemen for the Fourth Time. Yemen Strikes Back. libya360.wordpress.com The Cradle The US also re-designated Yemen's Ansarallah resistance as a 'global terrorist group' over their operations against Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea US and UK warplanes resumed bombing Yemen in the early hours of 18 January, marking the fourth attack on the poorest nation in the Arab world in less than a week. "US Central…
(2024-01-18). What's Good for the Goose is Good For the Gander, Iran Plays the Terrorist Card. sonar21.com 
When the United States established a precedent for taking unilateral military action in the name of fighting terrorism, Uncle Sam should not be surprised when another country decides to follow suit. Iran was the victim of a massive terrorist attack in early January that killed more than 100 people. In response Iran launched retaliatory strikes in Syria, Iraq and Pakistan (Baluchistan to be precise) against radical Sunni groups that have a history of backing or executing terrorist attacks inside Iran. How dare they!! Who do the mullahs think they are? Joe Biden? | One part of the story that is not getting mu…
(2024-01-18). Pakistan retaliates with strikes inside Iran killing nine. peoplesdispatch.org Pakistan carried out drone and missile strikes inside Iran early on Thursday, January 18, in what is seen as retaliation for Iranian strikes on its territory on Tuesday. Dawn quoted Pakistan's Foreign Ministry as saying that a "highly coordinated and specifically targeted precision" strike killed a number of terrorists during the operation code named Marg …
(2024-01-18). After Pakistan strikes back on Iran, China offers mediation. muslimmirror.com Beijing : China Thursday offered to play a "constructive role" to ease tension between Pakistan and Iran following their missile strikes against each other over the last two days and asked the two countries to "exercise restraint and calmness and avoid escalation". Pakistan conducted "precision military strikes" against what it called "terrorist hideouts" in Iran's …
(2024-01-18). France denies Russian claim of mercenaries in Ukraine. aljazeera.com Moscow said on Wednesday that its forces had carried out a strike on a building housing 'foreign fighters' in Kharkiv.
(2024-01-18). At least nine killed in Pakistan's air strikes on Iran. muslimmirror.com Tehran : Nine people were killed in air strikes by Pakistan into Iranian territory on Thursday, Iran's state news agency IRNA reported. Islamabad's military action comes after a missile attack by Tehran targetting an "Iranian terrorist group" killed two children in the southwestern Balochistan province in Pakistan. Thursday's attack by Pakistan took place at 9: 05 …
(2024-01-18). Kfir Bibas, Argentine-Israeli Baby Held Hostage by Hamas, Turns a Year Old in Captivity. latintimes.com Hamas said Kfir was killed during an airstrike along with his brother Ariel and his mother. However, statements of the kind have proven false in the past…
(2024-01-18). US strikes Houthis after re-designated as 'terrorist' entity. newarab.com 
American forces targeted 14 missiles that were ready to launch in Yemen, the The Houthis – who have already faced multiple rounds of air strikes in response to their targeting of international shipping – struck a US-owned bulk cargo carrier in the wake of the designation an…
(2024-01-18). US Launches Fourth Round of Strikes Against Houthis in Yemen. news.antiwar.com The US launched another round of missile strikes against the Houthis in Yemen, marking the fourth time the US has bombed the country since last Friday. US officials told AP that the strikes were launched from US Navy warships and submarines. The attack came after the Houthis, officially known as Ansar Allah, struck a US-owned …
(2024-01-18). US Launches Fourth Round of Strikes Against Houthis in Yemen. news.antiwar.com
(2024-01-18). The Role of Data Tokenization in Healthcare: Securing Patient Data and Ensuring Privacy. medriva.com The rapid digital transformation in the healthcare industry has brought about tremendous benefits, from improved patient care to efficient management of medical records. However, it has also raised concerns about the security of sensitive health data and patient privacy. One of the trending topics in Health IT today is data tokenization, a technology that promises…
(2024-01-18). Leveraging Machine Learning for Drug Repurposing in Alzheimer's Disease Treatment. medriva.com Revolutionizing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment with Machine Learning The application of machine learning methods to real-world data has opened new avenues in healthcare, particularly in drug repurposing. A recent study led by Wang and his research team has shown significant progress in this direction. By utilizing machine learning propensity score models and analyzing clinical records from…
(2024-01-18). The Revolution of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Potential, Challenges, and Ethical Considerations. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). Cleveland Clinic and Guardians Extend Health and Wellness Partnership. medriva.com In a move that underscores their commitment to the well-being of the community and sports fraternity, the Cleveland Clinic has extended its partnership with the Cleveland Guardians baseball team. This partnership is aimed at providing healthcare and medical services to not just the players, but also the families, employees, and fans associated with the team….
(2024-01-18). Sekou Odinga has joined the ancestors but the spirit of the Black Liberation Army and African Resistance lives on! mronline.org 
A commemoration of the life of comrade Sekou Odinga, a lifelong New African revolutionary, former political prisoner, and unstoppable force in the Black liberation movement.
(2024-01-18). Worsening Iranian-Pakistani Tensions Could Threaten Eurasian Integration Processes. thealtworld.com Unless there's an all-out conventional war between Iran and Pakistan, which isn't expected unless their newly exacerbated but long-running security dilemma spirals out of control into one by miscalculation (perhaps due to US meddling), Eurasian integration won't be dealt a deathblow. Nevertheless, very clear limits will be placed upon it as the SCO becomes further divided along yet another fault line, which will greatly impede multilateral cooperation and lead to even more dysfunction. | Pakistan's
(2024-01-18). Righteous Protest Drowned Out As Empire Was Worshipped At AME Church. popularresistance.org Let's start at the top – with President Joe Biden. Using the lame excuse of memorializing the victims of the 2015 racist massacre at Mother Emanuel Church in which nine church members were murdered in cold blood by white supremacist Dylan Roof, who they had welcomed into their Bible Study, Biden's true purpose for speaking at the church was to beg Black people to save his lagging campaign for re-election . But Biden didn't even memorialize the victims of that massacre nearly a decade later by name, nor did he bother to speak at the church on the actual anniversary of the massacre, June 15.
(2024-01-18). Zelensky Pushes Unrealistic 'Peace Formula' in Davos. news.antiwar.com In a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated his opposition to a ceasefire with Russia and pushed his "Peace Formula," which involves several unrealistic demands to end the war. Zelensky's plan requires a full Russian withdrawal from the territory it has captured since February 2022, Russia giving …
(2024-01-18). Gerald Horne endows International Publishers research prize on Indigenous dispossession and Black oppression. peoplesworld.org 
At International Publishers' 100th anniversary symposium in New York in October, Dr. Gerald Horne announced a research prize for the best new manuscript submitted to International that reflects the links between Indigenous dispossession and slavery/Jim Crow. The Jerry and Flora Horne Scholarship will award $1,000 to the winning applicant. Horne—known for such books as Revolting …
(2024-01-18). U.S. Planning to Establish New Drone Bases in Ghana, Ivory Coast and Benin. covertactionmagazine.com The Wall Street Journal reported on January 4 that talks were under way as the Biden administration was seeking to establish drone bases at airfields in Ghana, Ivory Coast and Benin following a coup in Niger over the summer that jeopardized the U.S. military position there. Stars and Stripes magazine reported in December that the …
(2024-01-18). Were the Biblical Prophets Anti-Semitic? cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Were the Biblical Prophets Anti-Semitic? cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Concerns grow over global cholera trends. peoplesdispatch.org The number of cholera cases worldwide continues to grow, with countries in eastern and southern Africa being the most heavily affected. Experts call for improving access to hygiene and clean water and are concerned about the shortage of vaccines…
(2024-01-18). The Rich Get Richer While Global Poverty Deepens. popularresistance.org The wealth of the world's top five richest men has more than doubled since 2020 while 4.8 billion people, or 60% of humanity, have been further impoverished. At this rate, while it could only take a decade for the world to have its first trillionaire, it will take 229 years to ensure that no person is living in poverty. | These findings are part of a new report titled Inequality Inc. published by Oxfam International, released on the eve of the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland. | "We're witnessing the beginnings of a decade of division, with billions of people shouldering the economic shockwaves…
(2024-01-18). 8th International Seminar For Peace And Abolition Of Foreign Bases. popularresistance.org The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) and the World Peace Council (WPC), are calling for the participation in the VIII International Seminar on Peace and for the Abolition of Foreign Military Bases, which will take place in the province of Guantanamo, on May 4 and 5, 2024. | Once again, this conference will take place in the province of Guantanamo, where there is the oldest U.S. military base that remains against the will of the Cuban people and government. The Guantanamo Base has become synonymous with torture and imperialism, which for 121 years has illegally occupied 117 square kilometers o…
(2024-01-18). The Biggest Universal Basic Mobility Experiment In The US. popularresistance.org In May, the Los Angeles Department of Transportation and LA Metro launched the biggest Universal Basic Mobility experiment ever attempted in the U.S., giving 1,000 South Los Angeles residents a "mobility wallet" — a debit card with $150 per month to spend on transportation. | The catch? Funds can be used to take the bus, ride the train, rent a shared e-scooter, take micro-transit, rent a car-share, take an Uber or Lyft, or even purchase an e-bike — but they can't be spent on the cost of owning or operating a car. | The year-long pilot, ending in April, has the dual goals of increasing mobility for low…
(2024-01-18). Davos And The Melting World Economy. popularresistance.org The annual jamboree of the rich global elite called the World Economic Forum (WEF) is under way again in the luxury ski resort of Davos, Switzerland. Thousands will attend and many of the 'great and good' of political and corporate leaders have arrived in their private jets with huge entourages. The speakers include China's premier Li Qiang, the head of the EU, Ursula von de Leyen,‚Zelenskyy from Ukraine and many top business leaders. | The WEF aims to discuss the challenges facing humanity in 2024 and onwards. These challenges, however, are primarily seen from the point of view of global capi…
(2024-01-18). US To Re-designate Yemen's Ansarallah A 'Terrorist Group'. popularresistance.org Washington is gearing up to label Yemen's Ansarallah resistance movement a "specifically designated global terrorist group," sources in the know told the Associated Press (AP) on 16 January. | The decision, expected to be announced in the coming days, is in response to the continued maritime campaign launched by Yemen's Ansarallah-led government in Sanaa against Israeli shipping in the Red Sea. | The designation falls in line with Executive Order 13224, issued during the presidency of George W. Bush. | It allows the US government to "designate and block the assets of foreign individuals and entities that commit,…
(2024-01-18). Ukraine envoy praises Cyprus support for sanctions on Russia. devdiscourse.com Cyprus is making an "extremely important" contribution in increasing sanctions pressure on Moscow, said Ukraine's ambassador to the east Mediterranean island, which was long in the spotlight for close business ties with Russia. Cyprus all but severed those ties when it followed its European Union partners in slapping sanctions on Moscow over the February 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-01-18). Ukraine's Air Defense Have Almost Collapsed. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). Biden Holds Tough Ukraine Aid Talks With US Congress Chiefs. latintimes.com Washington's vital military assistance for Ukraine's fight against Russian invasion has dried up.
(2024-01-18). Mental trauma in a warzone: Why Ukraine needs therapists. aljazeera.com Mindset meets the Ukrainian therapists fighting to keep a population sane in a country at war.
(2024-01-18). New Zealand can learn from South Africa, The Gambia and others when it comes to international accountability. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Karen Scott, University of Canterbury In 2023, the world witnessed a sustained attack on the very foundations of the international legal order. Russia, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, continued its illegal invasion in Ukraine. Israel's response to the deadly October attack by Hamas exceeded its legitimate right to self-defence.
(2024-01-18). Ukraine War Day #694: A Pilot From Rostov… awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
(2024-01-18). Putin slams 'pointless' meet as Zelensky presses West. ecns.cn Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that Ukraine's statehood could suffer an "irreparable blow" if the pattern of the conflict continued, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged political and business leaders facing conflict fatigue in the West to offer aid in Davos, Switzerland.
(2024-01-18). Ukraine's harsh winter a memory but new Russian tactics sow destruction. aljazeera.com Ukraine's latest winter hardly resembles the cold season of 2022 beset by blackouts, but Russian attacks persist.
(2024-01-18). "We Meant It", No More Weapons: US Stresses There Is No Other Military Package for Ukraine. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). Why Ukraine's Cock-A-Hoop On Downing Two Russian Aircraft #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Asia Times) In recent days, the Ukrainian military claims to have destroyed or irretrievably damaged two Russian aircraft over the contested ground of Zaporizhzhia oblast. | The role of …
(2024-01-18). WEF, Ukraine agree to work towards country's digital transformation. devdiscourse.com The World Economic Forum and the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine on Thursday said they will work together for the country's digital transformation.
(2024-01-18). Union State of Belarus and Russia described as locomotive in Eurasian Economic Union. eng.belta.by The Union State is the locomotive of the EAEU. It sets the tone and the course for the further development of the Eurasian Economic Union across many areas, Sergey Lavrov noted.
(2024-01-18). After Blaise Compaoré, it's François' turn to be shielded from his country's justice system by the French authorities. cadtm.org
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(2024-01-18). In first since 1990, Microsoft changes Windows PC keyboard layout. ummid.com In a further push to make 'Copilot' a part and partial of Computer users, Microsoft has made first major change since 1990 in the Windows PC keyboard layout.
(2024-01-18). UGC NET December 2023 Result Today – Direct Link to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to declare the result of UGC NET December 2023 on its official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in today i.e. Wednesday January 17, 2024.
(2024-01-18). Adana Demirspor'da teknik direktà∂rl຃üe Hikmet Karaman getirildi. aa.com.tr Trendyol Sàºper Lig ekiplerinden Yukatel Adana Demirspor'un yeni teknik direktà∂rຠHikmet Karaman oldu.
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(2024-01-18). Remembering and reviewing pioneering gay literary editor Michael Denneny. peoplesworld.org 
Sadly, this book review is also an obituary and a memoir. In early 2023, The University of Chicago Press published a collection of Michael Denneny's writings, On Christopher Street: Life, Sex, and Death After Stonewall. The Gay & Lesbian Review (July-August 2023) is where I first learned of his book—and also read his obituary. He …
(2024-01-18). Utility shut-off protections in Pa. would be expanded to summer months under bill. whyy.org This story originally appeared on Pennsylvania lawmakers have until the end of 2024 to reauthorize a key area of state law that protects low-income utility customers from sudden shut-offs when behind on their bills, and some are taking advantage of the deadline to push for new consumer protections. | The law, enacted in 2004 and reauthorized every 10 years, was designed to both shield people from losing heat in winter and give utility companies more options to collect…
(2024-01-18). The Government's Latest Net Zero Swindle: Electricity Interconnectors With Europe. dailysceptic.org Welcome to the Government's latest Net Zero swindle, says David Turver: electricity interconnectors with continental Europe. Touted as making energy cheaper, cleaner and more secure, they in fact do the opposite.
(2024-01-18). Brest Customs, Beltamozhservice hand over humanitarian aid for children of Donbass. eng.belta.by "The entire Belarus is helping Donbass today. Various entities, public organizations – everyone is collecting humanitarian aid. Being a link, our foundation is trying to deliver and give it to those who need it right now," Aleksei Talai said.
(2024-01-18). Despite all hype, global EV sales down. ummid.com Despite all the hype with regard to vehicles running on alternate fuel, sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have continued to slow across the world.
(2024-01-18). Chinese economy remains promising: NDRC official. ecns.cn Overall, favorable conditions outweigh the unfavorable, supporting the stable and healthy development of the Chinese economy, an official said at a press conference over the country's macroeconomy on Thursday.
(2024-01-18). A world increasingly in the hands of the super-rich few. The new Oxfam Report. pressenza.com The world's five richest men have more than doubled their fortunes in real terms since 2020, rising from $405 billion to $869 billion and growing at a rate of $14 million per hour. By contrast, the combined wealth of nearly 5 billion of the poorest people has not grown at all. | These are some of the figures in the report "
(2024-01-18). Samsung Galaxy Book4 is first with newly introduced Copilot Key. ummid.com Korea based leading Electronic giant Samsung launched Galaxy Book4 which among other important things is also the first to feature the newly introduced 'Copilot Key' on the keyboard.
(2024-01-18). After Months of Attacks, Guatemala's Progressive President Takes Office. progressive.org President Bernardo Arévalo has finally assumed office, but he still faces a political crisis.
(2024-01-18). Live Event Replay: The Boeing Disaster With Matt Stoller & William McGee. levernews.com
(2024-01-18). Lukashenko explains import substitution using McDonald's withdrawal as example. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko said: "I'd like to mention one very vivid example. I mentioned McDonald's for a reason. Sanctions were introduced by Americans. They decided to stop their operations and leave Belarus. The door is open. Feel free to leave. We didn't stop anyone from leaving and we didn't force them to leave either."
(2024-01-18). Spring festival preparations in full swing in E China. ecns.cn Spring festival preparations are in full swing in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province.
(2024-01-18). UN condemns killing of Ecuadorian Prosecutor Suaréz. plenglish.com United Nations, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations (UN) on Thursday strongly condemned the assassination of Prosecutor César Suárez, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, who was in charge of terrorism charges brought against 11 criminals who assaulted the TC Televisión channel last week.
(2024-01-18). Cecilia Atim Ogwal dead. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Former UPC Iron Lady commonly known as Imat Cecilia in Lango, Cecilia Ogwal is dead. The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among has confirmed the death of the Dokolo Woman MP who for long served as a Member of Parliament for Lira Municipality Cecilia Ogwal was also a member of …
(2024-01-18). Americans Enslaved Themselves to the State When They Accepted the Income Tax. thealtworld.com It was not until 1913, 137 years after the Declaration of Independence established a free people who are no longer free, that there was an income tax. Years ago I researched and wrote the story of how it happened. It exists somewhere in print. In the old analogue, library card file days, it would have been easy to find. The income tax required a Constitutional Amendment. I remember some of the story. What I remember is this: | The threshold for being subject to income tax was high, and the first rate was 1%. The Georgia legislature voted to ratify the amendment because as one legislative leader concluded, "there'
(2024-01-18). Guterres deeply concerned about attacks between Iran and Pakistan. plenglish.com United Nations, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) UN Secretary General António Guterres warned today of the recent exchange of military attacks between Iran and Pakistan as hostilities spread through the Middle East.
(2024-01-18). Japan Bolsters Defense with U.S. Tomahawk Missiles Amid Rising Regional Threats. medriva.com Japan has inked a historic deal with the United States to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles, a move that marks a significant milestone in Japan's ongoing military buildup. This decision is a strategic response to the escalating regional threats, particularly from North Korea's continued missile tests and China's expanding military presence. Japan's Defense…
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(2024-01-18). Haitian university officials face investigation over allegations of sexual abuse. devdiscourse.com Authorities in Haiti said they are investigating allegations of sexual abuse and abuse of authority and public property at a state university in the southern coastal city of Jacmel.
(2024-01-18). Spot Bitcoin ETFs Shatter Expectations: Nearly $10 Billion Trading Volume In Just Three Days. latintimes.com Despite not significantly impacting Bitcoin's price, the robust trading activity and substantial net inflows indicate a successful introduction and a positive market reception for Bitcoin ETFs.
(2024-01-18). Casino Capitalism and the Derivatives Market: Time for Another 'Lehman Moment'? globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). "Shoot Palestinians unarmed or non-threatening", Ben Gvir to Police. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The Israeli Minister of Public Security, Itamar Ben Gvir, has given explicit instructions to Israeli police forces, allowing them to open fire on Palestinians even in situations where there is no perceived threat to Israeli lives. The official "Kan" channel reported that Ben Gvir, in contradiction to established rules of engagement, conveyed this directive to Yamam fighters—a specialized counter-terrorism police unit operating in the West Bank—stating, "You have my full support. When encountering a person deemed a terrorist, regardless of any immediate threat, fire upon them." Ben Gvir faile…
(2024-01-18). EU promises support to PA as Israel withholds tax revenues. newarab.com 
EU officials met with the Palestinian minister of finance, Shukri Bishara, and the governor of the Palestinian Monetary Authority (PMA), Feras Melhem, to discuss the impact of the ongoing war by Israel against The economy has suffered US$2.3 billion in losses since the beginning of the The World Bank recently warn…
(2024-01-18). Tragic boat capsizing claims 16 lives in Vadodara lake, India. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In a devastating incident, a boat capsized in Vadodara's Harni Motnath Lake in Gujarat, India, leading to a tragic loss of lives. The police reported that the death toll has risen to 16, with rescue efforts underway. Chief Minister of Gujrat, Bhupendra Patel is expected to visit the scene.The state government has announced compensation of Rs 4 Lakhs, approximately ($5000) for the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 ($620) in aid for the injured. Gujarat: A boat capsized in Vadodara's Harni Motnath Lake earlier t…
(2024-01-18). Guatemala, an "analgesic" for not curing what hurts. pressenza.com Despite grotesque judicial political opposition, Bernardo Arévalo, son of the "revolutionary" ex-president Juan José Arévalo, assumed the presidency of Guatemala 70 years after the decapitation of the "National Revolution" that his father had undertaken. Paradoxically, Arévalo's government is promoted and sponsored by the US government. | The main challenges of the government of change: | Arévalo, perhaps unconsciously, calls his government the second democratic spring. The first was the National Revolution (1944-1954) that his father undertook and which was violently aborted by the US. | This second…
(2024-01-18). China launches Tianzhou-7 cargo spacecraft. ecns.cn A Long March-7 Y8 carrier rocket carrying Tianzhou-7 cargo craft blasts off at 22: 27 Beijing Time from the Wenchang Space Launch Center in south China's Hainan Province, Jan. 17, 2024.
(2024-01-18). 'Frightening': Greenland losing 33 million tons of ice per hour due to climate crisis. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in New research on the rate at which Greenland's glaciers are melting shed new light on how the climate emergency is rapidly raising the chance that crucial ocean current systems could soon collapse, as scientists revealed Wednesday that the vast island has lost about 20% more ice than previously understood. | Scientists at the National Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA)…
(2024-01-18). Appeals Court Upholds Block of TX Law Requiring Ratings for School Library Books. truthout.org A federal appeals court has affirmed a lower court's ruling that a Texas law requiring that booksellers give ratings to their books before selling them to school libraries is unconstitutional. House Bill 900, titled the "Restricting Explicit and Adult-Designated Educational Resources Act" (READER), was signed into law in June 2023. During a signing ceremony of the law, Republican Gov. |
(2024-01-18). Morocco's irrigated area shrinks as drought empties dams. newarab.com 
Six consecutive years of By mid-January,
(2024-01-18). Somalia rejects mediation with Ethiopia gov't over Somaliland port deal. aljazeera.com The Ethiopia-Somalia feud continues with Mogadishu claiming its territorial integrity has been violated by the deal.
(2024-01-18). AMU student held for links with ISIS, claims UP ATS. muslimmirror.com An Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) student was arrested from Aligarh by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) on Wednesday evening, for being allegedly involved in radicalising youth through spreading ISIS ideology to establish the rule of Islam in the country, said senior police officials. The officials claimed it was the eighth arrest in this connection …
(2024-01-18). Unlocking the Science Behind Cannabis-Induced 'Munchies': New Insights and Potential Therapies. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). Pakistani SUN Networks meet to revisit success, establish plans for 2024. reliefweb.int
(2024-01-18). Israeli soldiers are filming themselves mocking Palestinians. aljazeera.com Israeli soldiers have been filming themselves mocking Palestinians and posting it on social media.
(2024-01-18). AAP moves HC over deferment of Chandigarh mayoral polls. devdiscourse.com The AAP Thursday moved the Punjab and Haryana High Court, seeking appointment of a new presiding officer in place of Anil Masih after he "fell sick" leading to the deferment of the Chandigarh mayoral polls.
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(2024-01-18). Security Arrests 3 Over Nsangi Machete Attacks. plusnews.ug 
Security has arrested three suspected machete-wielding thugs that terrorized Nsangi residents barely three weeks ago. The trio has been identified as Meddy Igga, Allan Safari, and Mansur Kwizera. Detectives and Crime Intelligence team tracked the trio using Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), mobile phones and information provided by victims on how they looked like. The …
(2024-01-18). Veteran opposition legislator Cecilia Ogwal is dead. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Veteran opposition legislator Cecilia Barbara Atim Ogwal, who has been terminally ill, has died. Politicians across the country have paid tribute to the contribution of the 'UPC Iron Lady' to the politics of modern Uganda. "When and I received the news of your terminal illness last week, we hoped …
(2024-01-18). 4 000 families to receive houses in the Northern Cape. sanews.gov.za 4 000 families to receive houses in the Northern Cape | Government is set to build over 4 000 houses in municipalities across the Northern Cape over the course of the next 12 to 18 months, in a programme valued at R1 billion. | "Through this project, thousands of families will now have a home they can call their own, an asset that can be used to improve their lives and access financing for their needs, and a home that can be passed on to future generations," President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday. | Addressing the launch in Kimberley, President Ramaphosa described the mega-housing project as the biggest in th…
(2024-01-18). Gamers at risk of irreversible hearing loss, tinnitus — Study. plenglish.com London, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) People who play video games are at risk of damaging their hearing due to potentially unsafe sound levels, a study has found.
(2024-01-18). Venezuelan FM: Non-Aligned Movement supports Palestine, opposes sanctions. eng.belta.by According to him, during the meeting, the foreign ministers of the NAM countries "expressed support for Palestine and spoke against the illegal restrictive measures". He stressed that the Non-Aligned Movement was stepping up at a time "when imperialism made its choice in favor of wars".
(2024-01-18). Move over, Super Bowl: 9 Philly-area rescue pups are headed to Puppy Bowl 2024. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Dreams of a back-to-back Super Bowl appearance for the Philadelphia Eagles are Enter: The 20th iteration of the original "call-to-adoption" TV event will feature 131 puppy players representing 73 shelters and rescue organizations from 36 states and territories. | Expect plenty of puppy penalties and ruffs a…
(2024-01-18). To restore trust in Jammu and Kashmir, Govt needs to do a hell lot of hard work. ummid.com Jammu and Kashmir has suffered and is suffering the way it has suffered never before. The mistrust is on the rise and is growing day after day. People have lost all hope in Democratic Institutions.
(2024-01-18). Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Terminal Report on the Landslide Incident in Brgy. Talomo Proper, Davao City, 11 January 2024, 6AM. reliefweb.int 
Country: Philippines | Source: Government of the Philippines | Please refer to the attached file. | I. Situation Overview | On 04 July 2023, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Service Administration (PAGASA) issued its weather forecast stating that the Southern part of Mindanao will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). | On the same day, a landslide incident occurred in Brgy. Talomo Proper, Davao City, Davao del Sur. | Source: DSWD Field Office (FO) XI | II. Status of Affected Areas and Population…
(2024-01-18). Opposition leaders under house arrest ahead of protests. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police on Thursday morning deployed heavily at the homes of opposition leaders. On Tuesday, the opposition leaders under their umbrella, the United Forces of Change called for protests on Thursday to expose the poor state of roads in Kampala City. Some of the leaders whose homes have been cordoned off …
(2024-01-18). WHO appeals for USD1.5B for 41 key emergencies in 2024. independent.co.ug 
Geneva, Switzerland | THE INDEPENDENT | The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched an appeal for US$ 1.5 billion to protect the health of the most vulnerable populations in 41 emergencies around the globe in 2024. The appeal covers the emergencies that demand the highest level of response from WHO, to reach over 87 million people. …
(2024-01-18). Varanasi DM appointed receiver of Gyanvapi cellar. muslimmirror.com Varanasi : District Judge Ajay Krishna Vishvesha has appointed district magistrate of Varanasi as the receiver of the southern cellar of Gyanvapi mosque in the suit filed by head priest of Acharya Ved Vyas Peeth temple Shailendra Kumar Pathak, while the plea of advocate Vijay Shankar Rastogi to become a party of Vyas's suit was …
(2024-01-18). Media: China's growth surpasses target in 2023. ecns.cn Multiple overseas media have noted China outpacing its GDP target for 2023. China's economy grew 5.2 percent in 2023, surpassing the government's official growth target for the year, a Bloomberg story reported on Tuesday.
(2024-01-18). ACCT rescues dozens of abandoned pets as frigid temps spread through Philadelphia region. whyy.org This story originally appeared on With The Action Cam followed the ACCT on Wednesday as crews responded to several neighborhoods throughout the city. | Because the temperature is below freezing, pets must have access to shelter and water. | ACC…
(2024-01-18). Renewable energies come to Cuba's Historic Heritage Center. plenglish.com Camagàºey, Cuba, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The Historic Center of Camagàºey, a World Heritage Site, will have new values focused on the exploitation of renewable energy sources after a project promoted today by the Office of the Historian (OHCC).
(2024-01-18). Sudan's war sees fighting in World Heritage Sites. newarab.com 
The Regional Network for Cultural Rights said it "strongly condemns the incursion by the Rapid Support Forces (
(2024-01-18). Lukashenko responds to bailout proposals for two construction companies. eng.belta.by "I have not signed this document off the cuff. I have one question," the head of state explained. "Is the situation there really so dire? Do other organizations and construction companies operate smoothly and not have similar problems? Or is it just a start?" the president asked.
(2024-01-18). US Justice Dept says 'critical failures' in Uvalde school shooting response. aljazeera.com Report cites failed communication and leadership in police response to mass shooting at Robb Elementary School.
(2024-01-18). Police Surround Homes of Opposition Leaders. plusnews.ug 
Police on Thursday morning deployed heavily at the homes of opposition leaders. On Tuesday, the opposition leaders under their umbrella, the United Forces of Change called for protests on Thursday to expose the poor state of roads in Kampala City. Some of the leaders whose homes have been cordoned off include Former Presidential Candidate Kiiza …
(2024-01-18). Deputy minister reveals key drivers of Belarus' economic growth in 2023. eng.belta.by According to Andrei Kartun, the main drivers of economic growth in Belarus last year were manufacturing, construction and trade.
(2024-01-18). Heads of State and Foreign Dignitaries Converge in Uganda for IGAD, NAM, and G-77+ China Summits. plusnews.ug 
Today, Kenya's President, H.E. William Ruto, the Saudi Arabian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Eng. Waleed A. Elkhereiji, Cuba's Vice President, H.E. Salvador Valdés Mesa, and the Prime Minister of Tanzania, Hon. Kassim Majaliwa, arrived in Uganda to participate in the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China summits. The NAM summit, currently underway at Speke …
(2024-01-18). UK counter-terrorism police questioned teen at airport over Palestine protests. middleeasteye.net 
UK counter-terrorism police questioned teen at airport over Palestine protests | Teenager wearing Palestine flag and family member grilled for forty minutes under schedule 7 of UK Terrorism Act | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 12: 39 | A pro-Palestinian supporter waves a Palestinian flag during a protest in central London on 13 January 2024 (AFP/Henry Nicholls) | British counter-terrorism police questioned a teenage…
(2024-01-18). 'Students of India Are United Against the Fascist Bharatiya Janata Party Regime'. orinocotribune.com The students say that the policies being implemented by the government, particularly the new education policy will lead to the destruction of the country's public education system. | On January 12, students from across India gathered at the heart of the capital city New Delhi to protest against the conservative policies of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The students say that the policies being implemented by the government, particularly the new education policy will lead to the destruction of the country's public education system. It will limit access to education, par…
(2024-01-18). Court Issues Criminal Summons Against Kitutu in Fresh OPM Case. plusnews.ug 
The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has issued criminal summons against Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Goretti Kitutu Kimono requiring her to appear in court next month and be charged with causing government financial loss of 1.5 billion shillings. The summons were issued against her by the Grade One Magistrate Christopher Opit requiring her to appear in …
(2024-01-18). Israel Says Hostages Don't Matter. youtu.be
(2024-01-18). Indonesia, Flooding in Luwu Timur (South Sulawesi) (16 Jan 2024). reliefweb.int 
Country: Indonesia | Source: ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance | Please refer to the attached file. | Sulawesi Selatan, Indonesia | Event Date : Tue, 16 Jan 2024 | AHADID : AHA-FL-2024-000084-IDN | GLIDE Number : | Impact Update Date : Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08: 24: 17 | AFFECTED AREA/S | Luwu Timur | DESCRIPTION | ‚û¢ Location: | ‚óè Malili District, Pungkeru Village | ‚û¢ Effort: | ‚óè The East Luwu Regency Disaster Management Agency carried out an assessment of the flood location and coordinated with local village offic…
(2024-01-18). A Comprehensive Guide for High School Students Preparing for Medical School. medriva.com Understanding the Pathway to Medical School Preparing for medical school is a journey that often begins in high school. It requires diligent planning, hard work, and a strong commitment to achieve the goal. This guide provides valuable insights and practical advice for high school students aspiring to become medical professionals. It includes tips on selecting…
(2024-01-18). Princess of Wales Undergoes Surgery: A Comprehensive Health Update. medriva.com The health of public figures has always been a subject of interest, and the Princess of Wales is no exception. Recently, she underwent surgery and is reported to be doing well, raising questions about the nature of the surgery and its impact on her overall health. This article seeks to provide a comprehensive update on…
(2024-01-18). Sexual Assault Accuser Confronts Trump In NY Trial. latintimes.com E. Jean Carroll, 80, is seeking more than $10 million alleging that Trump defamed her in 2019 when she had just come out with her assault allegation, saying she "is not my type."
(2024-01-18). UN probe on Sudan abuses starts with call for halt in combat. newarab.com 
The three-member team is calling on the rival factions to uphold their obligations to protect civilians and ensure that perpetrators of grave crimes are held to account. | Since April 15 last year, Sudan has been gripped by a war pitting army chief Abdel…
(2024-01-18). Indonesia, Strong Wind in Pamekasan (East Java) (16 Jan 2024). reliefweb.int 
Country: Indonesia | Source: ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance | Please refer to the attached file. | Jawa Timur, Indonesia | Event Date : Tue, 16 Jan 2024 | AHADID : AHA-TO-2024-000090-IDN | GLIDE Number : | Impact Update Date : Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13: 00: 00 | AFFECTED AREA/S | Jawa Timur | DESCRIPTION | Chronology: Heavy rainfall and strong wind | Location: , | ‚Ä¢ Kec. Palengaan, | – Ds. Potoan Laok, | – Ds. Panaan…
(2024-01-18). Royal Society of Arts Expelled Me for Telling the Truth. expose-news.com On 15 February 2021, BBC Panorama aired a "hit job" on several prominent doctors and scientists who had the integrity to speak out against the covid agenda. The title of the programme …
(2024-01-18). Some Residents Say East Palestine Still Isn't Safe a Year After Train Derailment. truthout.org If there hadn't been construction planned for the bridge that crosses over Leslie Run, one of the creeks that runs through the middle of East Palestine, Ohio, Rick Tsai and Randy DeHaven might not have noticed the worst contamination they'd seen in the creek in weeks. A backhoe had hoisted a chunk of earth from the bank of the creek, leaving a pool about eight feet across and deep enough to come… |
(2024-01-18). Belarus, Kyrgyzstan work to resume Minsk-Bishkek air service. eng.belta.by The parties discussed bilateral cooperation, in particular, the resumption of air service between Bishkek and Minsk by a Belarusian or Kyrgyz air carrier.
(2024-01-18). Tamil film 'Annapoorani' removed from theaters for hurting Hindu sentiments. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba Chennai: 'Annapoorani' a Tamil film starring Kollywood heartthrob, Nayanthara, is removed from the theaters and OTT platforms like Netflix, following uproar by the Hindutva group of hurting the religious feelings of the Hindus. The film explores the titular character Annapoorani's (essayed by Nayanthara) childhood dream of becoming the best chef in …
(2024-01-18). China's Red Falcon aerobatic team debuts in Laos. ecns.cn The Red Falcon Air Demonstration Team of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force performed for the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People's Army on Wednesday local time."ÄÄ…
(2024-01-18). US Congressional Resolution Calls for Annulling the Monroe Doctrine and Ending Sanctions. dissidentvoice.org Now, 200 years after President James Monroe first promulgated his dictate giving the Yankees dominion of the rest of the hemisphere, a congressional resolution calls for annulling the Monroe Doctrine and replacing it with a "new good neighbor" policy. The intent is to "foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation" with our neighbor nations. …
(2024-01-18). Looming crisis: Millions at risk as WIC funding hangs in balance. nationofchange.org With a crucial funding deadline looming, the fate of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) hangs in the balance, threatening vital aid for millions.
(2024-01-18). Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report on the Strong Wind Incident in Brgy. Agsirab, Lambunao, Iloilo, 14 January 2024, 6PM. reliefweb.int 
Country: Philippines | Source: Government of the Philippines | Please refer to the attached file. | I. Situation Overview | On 08 November 2023 at around 2: 00 PM, a strong wind incident occurred in Brgy. Agsirab, Lambunao, Iloilo due to localized thunderstorms. | Source: DSWD Field Office (FO) VI | II. Status of Affected Areas and Population | One (1) family or three (3) persons were affected in Brgy. Agsirab, Lambunao, Ilolio (see Annex A). | III. Status of Displaced Population | Outside Evacuation Center | One (1) family or three (3) persons temporarily stayed with their relatives or friends (see Annex B)…
(2024-01-18). Center City Restaurant Week, 'Rhapsody in Blue,' Ice Festival and an MLK Symposium in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
Baby, it's cold outside, but don't let that stop you from having a good weekend. Dilworth Park hosts the right-on-time
(2024-01-18). Change Is Coming Soon. tomdispatch.com "All Americans owe them a debt for — if nothing else — releasing the idealism locked so long inside a nation that has not recently tasted the drama of a social upheaval. And for making us look on the young people of the country with a new respect." That's how Howard Zinn opened his book The New Abolitionists about the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee of the 1960s. Zinn pointed out a truth from the Black freedom struggles of that era and earlier: that young people were often labeled aloof and apathetic, apolitical and uncommitted — until suddenly they were at the very forefront of justic…
(2024-01-18). FO ∞ Talks: Make Sense of the Crazy Venezuelan Crisis. fairobserver.com 
Venezuela is suffering from multiple crises. Continued mismanagement of the economy has diminished the popularity and power of President Nicolás Maduro. In a desperate move to regain control, Maduro is claiming the oil-rich territory of Essequibo from neighboring Guyana. Venezuela held a referendum on December 3, 2023 asking its citizens whether Venezuela should use military…
(2024-01-18). Freddy Bernal: 'You Can't Trust the US Government'—New US-Led Plot in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com The governor of Venezuela's Táchira state, Freddy Bernal, said that the word of the United States government is not reliable because "it plays on two sides." The US government is counting on its destabilization efforts to overthrow President Nicolás Maduro, added Bernal, and confirmed that he was the target of the latest US-led far-right terrorist plot recently unveiled by Venezuelan authorities. | In statements issued to local radio this Tuesday, January 16, the governor reported details of a violent plan mentioned by President Maduro in his annual message to the National Assembly. Bernal explained that within t…
(2024-01-18). Enemy of the State. publicbooks.org Félix Darfour accused…
(2024-01-18). Mauritius: Image of the Day for January 17, 2024: Tropical Cyclone Belal. reliefweb.int 
Country: Mauritius | Source: National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Please refer to the attached file. | In January 2024, Tropical Cyclone Belal lashed Réunion and Mauritius, islands in the southwest Indian Ocean east of Madagascar, with torrential rain and flooding. | The MODIS (Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) on NASA's Terra satellite acquired the top image at about 06: 00 Universal Time (10 a.m. in Réunion) on January 14. The storm strengthened that day to the equivalent of a category-2 hurricane, with sustained winds of at least 160 kilometers (100 miles) per hour. | Belal made la…
(2024-01-18). Tamil film 'Annapoorani' removed from theaters for hurting Hindu sentiments. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba Chennai: 'Annapoorani' a Tamil film starring Kollywood heartthrob, Nayanthara, is removed from the theaters and OTT platforms like Netflix, following uproar by the Hindutva group of hurting the religious feelings of the Hindus. The film explores the titular character Annapoorani's (essayed by Nayanthara) childhood dream of becoming the best chef in …
(2024-01-18). Davos'ta yapay zekanƒ±n ekonomiler àºzerindeki etkisi tartƒ±≈üƒ±lƒ±yor. aa.com.tr Yapay zeka (AI-YP) bu yƒ±l Dàºnya Ekonomik Forumu'nun (WEF) Davos'taki yƒ±llƒ±k zirvesinin en sƒ±cak konusu olurken, siyasiler ve i≈ü dàºnyasƒ± liderleri yapay zekanƒ±n sunduƒüu risk ve fƒ±rsatlarƒ± masaya yatƒ±rdƒ±.
(2024-01-18). PFDK'den Fenerbahàße, Galatasaray ve Dursun àñzbek'e para cezasƒ±. aa.com.tr
(2024-01-18). How Redlining's Legacies Demand New Policy Action. scheerpost.com 
(2024-01-18). What the designation of 'terrorist' means for Yemen's Houthis. aljazeera.com Experts say that Biden's re-designation of the Houthis as a terrorist group is unlikely to curb Red Sea attacks.
(2024-01-18). China's economy enters positive territory: experts. ecns.cn China's economy showed bumpy recovery with its main goals achieved successfully in 2023, although the country faced multiple challenges, including a sluggish global economic recovery, news outlet Yicai reported on Tuesday.
(2024-01-18). BBC host Gary Lineker removes Israel football ban post. newarab.com 
Prominent British sports presenter and former England star Lineker, who hosts BBC's Match of the Day, had retweeted a post from the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) to his 8.9 million followers on X,…
(2024-01-18). Two M23 Commanders Killed As FARDC, SADC Forces Launch Assault in North Kivu. plusnews.ug 
The March 23 Movement (M23) rebels have admitted losing two of their commanders as the Armed Forces of Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) and troops under the Southern African Development Community (SADC) launched an assault in North Kivu province. On Tuesday FARDC and SADC soldiers used combat drones, heavy and light weapons …
(2024-01-18). Because it does not want witnesses to its crimes Israel methodically kills journalists it cannot silence! cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). The Impact of COVID-19 on Urban Green Spaces: A Comprehensive Review. medriva.com The global pandemic, COVID-19, has undeniably affected various aspects of our lives, including how we interact with our environment. This article focuses on the changes the pandemic has brought about in the use and management of urban green spaces (UGS). UGS, which include city parks, gardens, and other green areas, play a crucial role in…
(2024-01-18). European heavy transport could reduce CO2 emissions by 90 percent. plenglish.com Brussels, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Heavy transport in the European Union (EU) could downsize its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 90% in 2040 compared to 2019, according to a political agreement.
(2024-01-18). Greenland has lost 20 percent more ice in last 40 years — Study. plenglish.com Washington, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Climate change has caused Greenland's ice sheet to lose 20% more ice than previously thought, according to research published Wednesday that used satellite imagery to track the retreat of glaciers over the past four decades.
(2024-01-18). Why does the US act as Israel's lawyer? aljazeera.com Former US diplomat Aaron David Miller says prospects for 'conflict-ending solution' have entered 'a long, dark tunnel'.
(2024-01-18). Reviving ISIS: A U.S. weapon against the Resistance Axis. mronline.org Is it a coincidence that the world's foremost terror organization is being revived just as the U.S. struggles under a multi-front assault on its hegemony in West Asia? More curiously, both ISIS and Washington's targets are exactly the same.
(2024-01-18). From a modest warehouse to a 70,000 square-foot building, Food Bank of Delaware unveils new Milford facility. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Food Bank of Delaware unveiled its new 70,000-square-foot facility in Milford, Delaware, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier this week. The transformative initiative is geared towards enhancing and ensuring greater accessibility to its services for the benefit of Kent and Sussex county residents. | Following the sale of its former Milford warehouse, Food Bank vice president Kim Turner reflected on the work it's taken to transition from the smaller location across the…
(2024-01-18). Gezeravcı'nın da aralarında olduğu Ax-3 ekibi, aileleriyle vedalaşıp uzay aracına hareket etti. aa.com.tr
(2024-01-18). They Call It Unconstitutional, But Don't Impeach. scheerpost.com 
(2024-01-18). This Earth-sized planet completes trip around its star in just 4.2 days. ummid.com Astronomers have discovered in our solar backyard a planet closer and younger than any other Earth-sized world identified so far.
(2024-01-18). US Supreme Court Appears Inclined To Rein In Federal Agencies. latintimes.com The conservative-leaning US Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared inclined to weaken the power of federal agencies, which regulate myriad issues affecting the everyday lives of Americans — from consumer safety to air pollution.
(2024-01-18). The Digital SAT: A Game Changer in College Admissions? medriva.com The College Board's announcement of a digital SAT, launching in March, has added a new angle to the ongoing debate about the test's importance in the college admissions process. The digital SAT will be adaptive, taken on a computer or tablet, and significantly shortened to two hours, raising questions about how this change will impact…
(2024-01-18). The Profound Impact of ITV Drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office': A Case Study on Social Realism and Legal Injustice. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). Democrats Have Resurrected Law as a Weapon that Serves Power instead of Justice. thealtworld.com Fani Willis, the incompetent and apparently corrupt black female Atlanta district attorney reportedly put in office by George Soros' billions, is in more hot water than Trump is in from her fabricated case against him. Fani appointed Nathan Wade, who is believed to be her lover, special prosecutor to aid in Trump's kangaroo trial. According to county records reviewed by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Fulton County paid Wade $654,000 in tax payers' money since January 2022. The money appears to be what financed the couple's lavish vacations. The white liberal Democrats are disturbed that Willis was so stupid as…
(2024-01-18). Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #4 on the Armed Conflict in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon as of 12 January 2024, 6AM. reliefweb.int 
Country: Philippines | Source: Government of the Philippines | Please refer to the attached file. | I. Situation Overview | On 25 December 2023 at around 3: 00 AM, an armed conflict transpired in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon between the 4th Infantry Division (4ID) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army (CPP-NPA). | Reports indicated series of encounters in the barangays of Can-ayan, Kibalabag, Kulaman, and Mapulo likewise, the LGU of Malaybalay City, assures the safety of the residents but the ongoing military operations affected their livelihoo…
(2024-01-18). The Military-University-Industry Complex Targets Africa. fpif.org The Pentagon Since the inception of the Minerva Research Initiative program, one of the principal interests of the Pentagon has been projects that respond to the impact of climate change on stab…
(2024-01-18). Western feminism and the dehumanisation of Palestinian men. newarab.com 
Earlier this month, TalkTV host, Julia Hartley-Brewer, interviewed Palestinian parliamentarian Throughout the segment, Hartley-Brewer As Barghouti tried to respond, Hartley-Brewer
(2024-01-18). Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #1 on the Armed Conflict in Shariff Saydona Mustapha, Maguindanao del Sur as of 12 January 2024, 6PM. reliefweb.int 
Country: Philippines | Source: Government of the Philippines | Please refer to the attached file. | I. Situation Overview | On 11 January 2024 at around 10: 30 AM, an armed conflict transpired between the alleged members of the 105th Base Command and the combined force of 106th and 118th Base Command of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) at Sitio Patawili, Brgy. Ganta, Shariff Saydona Mustapha, Maguindanao del Sur that resulted in the displacement of families and persons. | Source: DSWD Field Office (FO) XII | II. Status of Affected Areas and Population | A total of 1,169 families or 5,845 persons are…
(2024-01-18). Manila does damage control after 'playing with fire'. ecns.cn The Philippine government has reaffirmed its commitment to the one-China principle, which is its long-standing policy and enjoys wide support from local people.
(2024-01-18). Lancaster University helped whitewash a housing associations' dire record on mould and damp. thecanary.co Lancaster University researchers have helped to evaluate an indoor air quality (IAQ) campaign to improve the health of children living in social housing. It's with North West housing association Torus. However, the timing is perfect — as Torus has just been condemned by the Housing Ombudsman for leaving a resident in a damp-and mould-ridden property. …
(2024-01-18). Singapore Transport Minister Resigns Over Corruption Charges. latintimes.com Singapore's prime minister announced on Thursday the resignation of his transport chief after he was charged with 27 offenses in a corruption probe that has also ensnared a billionaire hotel tycoon.
(2024-01-18). Bank taxes in the EU: exceptional, temporary and far less than the €6 trillion bank bailout to be paid by the state budget. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers. whyy.org The These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable. | Public safety officials and experts say there are multiple ways people can prepare themselves to avoid these winter weather hazards and keep themselves safe. | Staying safe inside your home<...
(2024-01-18). Cuban PM praises OCC ¥s contributions to Trinidad ¥s 510th anniversary. plenglish.com Sancti Spíritus, Cuba, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Cuba's Prime Minister Manuel Marrero on Thursday praises Trinidad ¥s Office of the Curator (OCC) for its contributions to the 510th anniversary of the village.
(2024-01-18). Concerning the founding of the Bretton Woods' Institutions. cadtm.org Series : Bretton Woods, the World Bank and the IMF: 70th anniversary | – | / |
(2024-01-18). Motshekga congratulates matric class of 2023 top achievers. sanews.gov.za Motshekga congratulates matric class of 2023 top achievers | Minister of Basic Education, Angie Motshekga, was beaming this morning as she congratulated learners who have produced excellent results in their National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams. | "I stand here with an immense sense of pride as we host our best learners. And for the year, we presented over 800 000 learners and more than 750 000 were full time learners and to be here, I'm sure it's unbelievable. Indeed, you're ahead of the pack in so many ways," she told the country's cream of the crop on Thursday. | Motshekga and Deputy Minister, Dr Reginah Mh…
(2024-01-18). Call to tune in to Citizens Connect. sanews.gov.za Call to tune in to Citizens Connect | Government has called on all South Africans to watch a programme on SABC 2 that will feature storytelling and engaging content that inspires a collective shift towards an informed and engaged society. | "We call on all South Africans across all spheres of life to follow and tune into SABC 2 from Thursday, 18 January — 22 March 2024 at 8: 30pm, to follow and engage on the 13 episodes of Citizens Connect, which will significantly touch on various interventions and experiences of citizens with government on issues that are essential to their lives," Government Communication…
(2024-01-18). PMPI Issues Urgent Warning against Alleged Manipulation of People's Initiative for Constitutional Amendments. pressenza.com Philippine Misereor Partnership Inc. (PMPI) expresses alarm over reports that a campaign to amend our Constitution through the people's initiative has begun. | Various accounts have alleged that payment or aid is being used to lure people to sign documents to push for the so-called charter change through a people's initiative. Worse, there are reports that local government officials have facilitated these alleged campaigns for signatures. | Through the years, there have been attempts to change our Constitution. The PMPI Network has been vocal in its opposition to proposed amendments or revisions to our Constituti…
(2024-01-18). Justice Department report finds 'critical failures' in response to Uvalde attack. whyy.org 
Updated January 18, 2024 at 11: 01 AM ET | A U.S. Justice Department report released Thursday on the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, found "critical failures" by law enforcement before, during, and after the attack that killed 19 children and two teachers. | The critical incident review provides the most thorough accounting yet of the events of May 24, 2022, when the gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde. The law enforcement response to the shooting has come under fierce criticism since the day of the shooting, when police waited more than 70 minutes in the school hallways before confrontin…
(2024-01-18). Yo Gotti's Brother Big Jook Murdered After Funeral For Memphis Street Legend 'Big E' Bovan. moguldom.com Anthony "Big Jook" Mims, brother of Memphis rapper Yo Gotti, lost his life in a shooting that occurred outside Perignons Restaurant and Event Center on the 6300 block of Winchester Road. The tragic incident took place following a funeral service for Memphis street legend Eric "Big E" Bovan. Bovan, 63-years old, whom passed away on …
(2024-01-18). "Condemned to Sacrifice": In the Shadow of Argentina's Vaca Muerta. libya360.wordpress.com Argentina's Vaca Muerta: 10 Years of Fracking and Local Resistance Patricia Rodríguez The Neuquén River winds past rock formations in the Neuquén Basin, where the Vaca Muerta formation is located. (Lauren Dauphin / NASA Earth Observatory) With another oil and gas bonanza brewing and a new far-right president in the Casa Rosada, people-led proposals for…
(2024-01-18). World's largest LNG-fueled ro-ro ship makes maiden voyage. ecns.cn A China-invested dual-fuel ro-ro ship, carrying 5,000 Chinese brands vehicles and machineries, set sail from Shanghai for Europe on Wednesday."ÄÄ…
(2024-01-18). Katanga murder suspects seek bail in high court. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDET | Four suspects implicated in the murder case of Kampala businessman Henry Katanga which took place two months have asked the High Court to release them on bail. The suspects who include Katanga's two daughters Martha Katanga Nkwanzi and Patricia Kankwanzi are jointly charged with their mother Molly Katanga who is …
(2024-01-18). Japan's Strategic Defense Enhancement: Purchase of Tomahawk Missiles from the U.S. medriva.com In a significant move to fortify its defense capabilities, Japan has signed a deal with the United States to purchase up to 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles. This decision forms part of Japan's ongoing military buildup in response to increased regional threats. The government has pledged to double its annual defense spending to around 10 trillion…
(2024-01-18). Perception of public insecurity decreases in Mexico. plenglish.com Mexico City, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The percentage of people who feel unsafe in Mexico decreased in five years, when actions against organized crime in the country intensified, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador highlighted today.
(2024-01-18). Something stinks at Ita's ABC and it's not just the journalism. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-01-18). Sudan USG Humanitarian Response to the Complex Emergency (01/17/24). reliefweb.int 
Countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sudan | Source: US Agency for International Development | Please refer to the attached Map. |
(2024-01-18). Airtel Africa CEO to retire. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Africa plc has announced the retirement of the Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun "Segun" Ogunsanya, with effect from July 1, 2024. Mr. Ogunsanya, who joined Airtel in 2012, ran the Nigeria Operations of the Telecommunications and Mobile Money Company for nine years before he was appointed Chief Executive Officer of …
(2024-01-18). Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Yardƒ±mcƒ±sƒ± Yƒ±lmaz, Uganda'da Tàºrk i≈ü insanlarƒ±yla bir araya geldi. aa.com.tr Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Yardƒ±mcƒ±sƒ± Cevdet Yƒ±lmaz, Türkiye'nin Kampala Bàºyàºkelàßiliƒüinde Tàºrk i≈ü insanlarƒ±yla bir araya geldi.
(2024-01-18). Belarusian Lazouski wins 20km Individual at Russian Biathlon Cup. eng.belta.by Five Belarusian biathletes competed in the Men 20km Individual Race, which opened the competition program. Dzmitry Lazouski clocked the best time, making only one miss. Second place went to Nikita Porshnev. Eduard Latypov came third.
(2024-01-18). Watch: How OBC became Owaisi after Baba Ramdev's Patanjali boycott call. ummid.com In a bizarre explanation to his alleged derogatory remarks made against Other Backward Class (OBC), Baba Ramdev Sunday January 14, 2024 said he referred Owaisi and not OBCs.
(2024-01-18). Borsa gàºnຠdàº≈üàº≈üle tamamladƒ±. aa.com.tr Borsa ƒ∞stanbul'da BIST 100 endeksi, gàºnຠyàºzde 0,10 deƒüer kaybederek 8.016,09 puandan tamamladƒ±.
(2024-01-18). Rusya, Gàºney Kƒ±brƒ±s Rum Yà∂netimi'nin bazƒ± yetkililerine giri≈ü yasaƒüƒ± getirdi. aa.com.tr Rusya Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±, Gàºney Kƒ±brƒ±s Rum Yà∂netimi'nin bazƒ± yetkililerine giri≈ü yasaƒüƒ± getirildiƒüini bildirdi.
(2024-01-18). ƒ∞stanbul'da ak≈üam saatlerinde trafik yoƒüunluƒüu ya≈üanƒ±yor. aa.com.tr ƒ∞stanbul'da haftanƒ±n dà∂rdàºncຠmesai gàºnຠbitiminde trafikte yoƒüunluk ya≈üanƒ±yor.
(2024-01-18). Yo Gotti's Brother Big Jook Murdered After Funeral For Memphis Street Legend 'Big E' Bovan. moguldom.com Anthony "Big Jook" Mims, brother of Memphis rapper Yo Gotti, lost his life in a shooting that occurred outside Perignons Restaurant and Event Center on the 6300 block of Winchester Road. The tragic incident took place following a funeral service for Memphis street legend Eric "Big E" Bovan. Bovan, 63, whom passed away on Dec. …
(2024-01-18). The Rising Tide: The Impact of Artificial Reefs on Marine Ecosystems. medriva.com The Artificial Reef Landscape Global efforts to restore degraded marine ecosystems have witnessed a surge in the installation of artificial reefs. These man-made underwater structures designed to mimic the properties of natural reefs have become a pivotal part of the marine landscape. A recent study took a closer look at these unique marine infrastructures, calculating…
(2024-01-18). Ibanda Imposes Livestock Quarantine To Curb Anthrax. plusnews.ug 
Authorities in Ibanda district have enforced a quarantine on the movement of cattle and, the sale of animal products following an outbreak of anthrax. According to the Ibanda District Chief Administrative Officer Ruhemba Kweronda, the district has registered sporadic cases of anthrax disease in Humans who are suspected to have handled meat from infected dead …
(2024-01-18). Let AMU be in Possession of the Muslim Community, It's Legitimate Heir. ummid.com The minority status case is purely a legal issue but it has never been handled carefully and enthusiastically by the AMU administration prior to 2004.
(2024-01-18). Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #5 on the Armed Conflict in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon as of 15 January 2024, 6AM. reliefweb.int 
Country: Philippines | Source: Government of the Philippines | Please refer to the attached file. | I. Situation Overview | On 25 December 2023 at around 3: 00 AM, an armed conflict transpired in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon between the 4th Infantry Division (4ID) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army (CPP-NPA). | Reports indicated series of encounters in the barangays of Can-ayan, Kibalabag, Kulaman, and Mapulo likewise, the LGU of Malaybalay City, assures the safety of the residents but the ongoing military operations affected their livelihoo…
(2024-01-18). JEE Main Advance City Intimation 2024 – Update from NTA. ummid.com Candidates appearing for JEE Main 2024 Session 1 exam to be held in January and February 2024 should note that the National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release any moment Advance Intimation for Allotment of Examination City for all successfully registered candidates.
(2024-01-18). àúrdàºn Kralƒ± 2. Abdullah, Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Fidan'ƒ± kabul etti. aa.com.tr Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Hakan Fidan, àúrdàºn'àºn ba≈ükenti Amman'da Kral 2. Abdullah tarafƒ±ndan kabul edildi.
(2024-01-18). Can the World Afford Its First Trillionaire? strategic-culture.su 
(2024-01-18). Indonesia, Flooding in Murung Raya (Central Kalimantan) (15 Jan 2024). reliefweb.int 
Country: Indonesia | Source: ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance | Please refer to the attached file. | Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia | Event Date : Mon, 15 Jan 2024 | AHADID : AHA-FL-2024-000089-IDN | GLIDE Number : | Impact Update Date : Mon, 15 Jan 2024 05: 00: 00 | AFFECTED AREA/S | Murung Raya | DESCRIPTION | Cause: Heavy rainfall | Location: , | Kec. Laung Tuhup, | ‚Ä¢ Kel. Batu Bua I, | ‚Ä¢ Desa Batu Bua II, | ‚Ä¢ Kel. Muara Tuhup, | ‚Ä¢ Kel. Muara Laung I, | ‚Ä¢ Desa Muara Laung II, | ‚Ä¢ De…
(2024-01-18). Iraqi PM al-Sudani demands US troops to leave country. newarab.com 
Iraqi Prime Minister "The end of the international coalition mission is a necessity for the security and stability of Iraq," he said during a televised event at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. | "It is also a necessity for p…
(2024-01-18). Meteorologists say drought is over in Uruguay. plenglish.com The text argues that the rainfall in the last quarter of 2023 was in normal conditions of the Standardized Precipitation Index, which occurred for the first time since the 2020 second quarter. | INUMET stated that climate-level dryness occurred in 28 out of 45 months.
(2024-01-18). The Biden Crime Family. strategic-culture.su
(2024-01-18). China, Philippines hold new round of bilateral consultation meeting. ecns.cn China and the Philippines held the eighth meeting of the China-Philippines Bilateral Consultation Mechanism (BCM) on the South China Sea in Shanghai on Wednesday.
(2024-01-18). Makuutu rare earth investor gets 21-year mining license. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rwenzori Rare Metals Limited has finally been awarded a 21-year mining license to develop the Makuutu rare earth elements mining Project. Energy and Minerals Development Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa and the CEO of Rwenzori Rare Metals Limited, Warren Tregurtha exchanged signatures for the projects whose mining license commenced on 28th December …
(2024-01-18). FTC Bars X-Mode From Selling Sensitive Location Data. scheerpost.com 
By Adam Schwartz / Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Phone app location data brokers are a growing menace to our privacy and safety. All you did was click a box while downloading an app. Now the app tracks your every move and sends it to a broker, which then sells your location data to the highest bidder, from advertisers to police. So it is welcome news that the Federal …
(2024-01-18). Johnson to GOP Lawmakers in Louisiana: Ignore Court Order to Draw Black District. truthout.org United States Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, is urging GOP legislators in his home state to continue fighting against a federal court ruling that the state's congressional maps are unconstitutional and violate the voting rights of Black residents. That court order, which was upheld by an appellate court in November, requires the legislature to redraw its maps to… |
(2024-01-18). RBSE Rajasthan 12th Time Table 2024 Released. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Examination (RBSE) Sunday released on its official website rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in the time table and date sheet of Class XII (Class 12th Intermediate) exam, according to which the 2024 RBSE Class 12 exams will begin on February 29, 2024.
(2024-01-18). Automatic Copilot launch and more — What's in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23615. ummid.com Tech giant Microsoft Thursday January 11, 2024 released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23615 which has a number of new features and improvements that include Copilot opening automatically and USB 80 Gbps support.
(2024-01-18). Ethiopia to strengthen economic, political relations with Switzerland. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Demeke Mekonnen said that it is time to strengthen bilateral ties between Ethiopia and Switzerland in terms of economic and political fields.
(2024-01-18). Which are the armed groups Iran and Pakistan have bombed — and why? aljazeera.com Iran's raids in Pakistan near border areas were part of Tehran's unprecedented missile launches on three countries.
(2024-01-18). Astronomers produce most sensitive radio image ever of ancient star cluster. ecns.cn Astronomers have generated the most sensitive radio image ever of a globular cluster—an ancient, densely-packed ball of stars. This image is of 47 Tucanae, the second brightest globular cluster in the night sky, revealing over a million stars and a remarkably bright and dense core.
(2024-01-18). DMK doesn't support building temple at place where mosque was demolished: Udhayanidhi Stalin. muslimmirror.com CHENNAI : Tamil Nadu Sports Development and Youth Welfare Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday said that his party does not support building of a temple in the place where a mosque was demolished. His reference was to the 'Pran Pratishta' programme of Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya which is to take place on January 22. …
(2024-01-18). Biden's foreign policies are endangering his re-election chances. peoplesworld.org 
The Republican nominee for the presidency will be the 90-times-indicted rapist Donald Trump unless court rulings, guilty verdicts, or acts of God prevent that from happening. Depending upon who you believe, either the anti-MAGA majority will come through again and Biden will win or Trump himself could actually end up re-entering the White House. One …
(2024-01-18). The WB assists those in power in a witch-hunting context. cadtm.org In July 2024, the World Bank and the IMF will be 80 years old. 80 years of financial neo-colonialism and the imposition of austerity policies in the name of debt repayment. 80 years is enough! The Bretton Woods institutions must be abolished and replaced by democratic institutions serving an ecological, feminist and anti-racist bifurcation. To mark these 80 years, we are republishing a series of articles every Wednesday until July, looking in detail at the history and damage caused by these (…) | – | / |
(2024-01-18). Communication by and for the People: A conversation with Thierry Deronne (Part I). mronline.org 
A documentary filmmaker and teacher tells the story of Venezuela's groundbreaking community media movement.
(2024-01-18). DSàñ, saƒülƒ±k alanƒ±nda yararlanƒ±lan yapay zeka teknolojisine yà∂nelik yeni kƒ±lavuz yayƒ±mladƒ±. aa.com.tr Dàºnya Saƒülƒ±k àñrgàºtຠ(DSàñ), saƒülƒ±k hizmetleri alanƒ±nda yararlanƒ±lan ve hƒ±zla bàºyàºyen yapay zeka teknolojisi "LMMs" iàßin yeni bir kƒ±lavuz yayƒ±mladƒ±.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador prosecutor investigating gang attack on TV studio shot dead. aljazeera.com Public prosecutor Cesar Suarez was investigating a number of recent high-profile cases of drug-related violent attacks.
(2024-01-18). Opinion: Lukashenko prevented Belarus from becoming symbiosis of Sarajevo, Chechnya, Transnistria. eng.belta.by "This exhibition has conjured up the memories and feelings of 30 years ago. When you talk to someone about those times, you realize that back then we did not see a way out of this situation. I felt sorry for the newly elected president; it seemed that he would not be able to pull us out of that situation," said Sergei Musiyenko.
(2024-01-18). Investigation Underway at Haiti's State University Amidst Allegations of Corruption and Sexual Abuse. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). Erdogan's Double Game: Praising Palestine, Aiding Israel. libya360.wordpress.com Mohamad Hasan Sweidan While the Turkish president loudly praises the Palestinian resistance, he is quietly and ferociously pursuing pro-Israel economic and energy policies. Once idolized for schooling then-Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres on war crimes before famously storming off at the 2009 Davos Summit, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has once again struck out by ordering officials to boycott this…
(2024-01-18). University of Massachusetts Global launches online MBA for Indian Professionals. ummid.com In response to the growing demand for professionals equipped with a global mind-set and an acute understanding of diverse local business needs, the University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global) has announced the launch of its online MBA program in India.
(2024-01-18). President Petro Condemns Capitalism as 'Building Walls and Dropping Bombs' at WEF in Davos (+Fake Video). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( During his speech this Wednesday, January 17, at the
(2024-01-18). 2 women among 4 booked for duping people by luring them to invest in car rental firm. devdiscourse.com Police have registered a case against four persons, including two women, for allegedly duping 30 people of more than Rs 52 lakh by luring them into investing in their car rental firm, and obtaining loan using the names of some others, an official said on Thursday. The case was filed at the APMC police station in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday, he said. The accused, identified as Nisha Gosavi, Farooque, Bhagyashri and Ankush Pawar, were booked under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections 420 (cheating), 406 (criminal breach of trust) and 34 (common intention). Since June 2022, they targeted approximately 30 persons, promi…
(2024-01-18). Cameroon FA cautions against fake news about team at AFCON. independent.co.ug 
YAOUNDE, CAMEROON | Xinhua | Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) on Wednesday refuted the rumors on social media about the national football team that is currently competing in Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote D'Ivoire. In a statement, FECAFOOT secretary general Blaise Djounang said there was no quarrel between FA president Samuel Eto'o and head …
(2024-01-18). Marape tells PNG youth 'I'm your father' in bid to mobilise them. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific In the wake of last week's riots and looting across Papua New Guinea's cities, the government has announced plans to get the country's youth working. Prime Minister James Marape said efforts would be made to mobilise people aged 16 to 30, who were not in work or education. Some of the blame for…
(2024-01-18). UNICEF 2024 report warns of increased risks to children amid global challenges. independent.co.ug 
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) said the year 2024 would be a challenging one for children globally in its annual flagship study released Monday. "Prospects for Children 2024: Cooperation in a Fragmented World" forecasts increased exposure of children to violence, war, and economic hardship, shaped by "ongoing global conflicts and …
(2024-01-18). Chile: Between hawks and doves. pressenza.com The persistent refusal to engage in political dialogue on an equal footing between two competing actors is a classic phenomenon when one of the parties feels it has the other in its pocket, that it can do, or mop up, whatever it wants with it. The prevailing rationality seems to tell us that it is foolish to sit down and talk on an equal footing when one of the parties has powers and capacities that the other does not have. It becomes natural that whoever has more power, and more capacity, imposes the conditions, leaving aside other considerations, particularly those that have to do with justice, with what is rea…
(2024-01-18). OFAC Extends License Preventing CITGO's Illegal Confiscation. orinocotribune.com 
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Treasury Department has extended the license that prevents the illegal confiscation of the Venezuelan CITGO Petroleum Corporation until April 16 2024, despite the barrage of maneuvers launched by Washington—with the help of Venezuelan far-right assets—to prevent this from happening. | Through a statement published online this Tuesday, January 16, it was announced that the US Treasury Department extended general license number 5N for three months, which suspended PDVSA's right to take control of its subsidiary since October 2019. | In this way, the…
(2024-01-18). In the Shadow of Beirut: A cramped existence on the margins. newarab.com 
Ireland's submission to this year's Oscars has nothing to do with Ireland. Backed by Chelsea and Hillary Clinton's Hidden Light Production Company, C0-directed by Stephen Gerard Kelly and Garry Keane, the film registers the everyday exchange of blows between underprivileged Lebanese alongside displaced…
(2024-01-18). Presidential Economic Advisory Council discusses measures to support economic growth, job creation. sanews.gov.za Presidential Economic Advisory Council discusses measures to support economic growth, job creation | Despite the progress made in putting in place fiscally, socially and environmentally sound economic policies, the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC) has noted that significant challenges remain. | "In its assessment of the current economic environment, the PEAC highlighted fiscal risks, the poor performance of state-owned enterprises, ongoing load shedding, historical underinvestment in infrastructure, and rising levels of crime as the most urgent obstacles to growth," the Presidency said on Wednesday.
(2024-01-18). Indonesia, Flooding in Barito Utara (Central Kalimantan) (16 Jan 2024). reliefweb.int 
Country: Indonesia | Source: ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance | Please refer to the attached file. | Kalimantan Tengah, Indonesia | Event Date : Tue, 16 Jan 2024 | AHADID : AHA-FL-2024-000082-IDN | GLIDE Number : | Impact Update Date : Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08: 42: 49 | AFFECTED AREA/S | Barito Utara | DESCRIPTION | ‚û¢ Chronology: Triggered by high intensity rain on Tuesday, 16 January 2024 Pkl. 19: 46 WIB | ‚û¢ Location: | ‚óè Lahei District | – Lahei I District | – Lahei II Village | ‚óè West Lahei District | – Upper B…
(2024-01-18). Digital Kill Switches: How Tyrannical Governments Stifle Political Dissent. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). Bihar 10th Admit Card 2024 Released – Download Here. ummid.com The Bihar School Board of Education (BSEB) has released the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the students appearing for the Class 10 Matric board exams scheduled to be conducted in the month of February 2024.
(2024-01-18). NSL Group Chairman Mandava Prabhakar Rao conferred with Honorary Doctorate. devdiscourse.com In a momentous event during the 25th Convocation of Chandrasekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology in Kanpur, Mr. Mandava Prabhakar Rao, Chairman of NSL Group, was honored with an esteemed honorary doctorate. The accolade was bestowed upon him in recognition of his exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the agriculture industry. The honorary doctorate was presented by the Honourable Chancellor & Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Smt. Anandiben Patel, affirming Mr. Prabhakar Rao's remarkable achievements. Dr Govinda Rajulu Chintala, Chairman of NSL Sugars (former Chairman NABARD) was the Chief…
(2024-01-18). RBSE Rajasthan 10th Time Table 2024 Released. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Examination (RBSE) Sunday released on its official website rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in the time table and date sheet of Class X (Class 10th Matric) exam, according to which the 2024 RBSE Class 10 exams will begin on March 07, 2024.
(2024-01-18). How Proposed Child Tax Credit Expansion Could Uplift Latino Families. latintimes.com According to ITEP an expansion to the Child Tax Credit, at least to 2021 levels, could help nearly 60 million children in the U.S.
(2024-01-18). Global community backs one-China principle. ecns.cn The global community has continued to express its unwavering support for the one-China policy following the elections in China's Taiwan region, reinforcing the principle that there is only one China and Taiwan is an inseparable part of it.
(2024-01-18). The Challenge of Pumping Breastmilk in the Workplace: A Call for Enhanced Support and Facilities. medriva.com With nearly 100 individuals reaching out to STAT after a column highlighting the difficulty faced by working parents in pumping breastmilk at JPM, it's clear this is an issue that resonates on a larger scale. The experiences shared by many underscore the need for greater support and accommodations for breastfeeding mothers in the workplace. The…
(2024-01-18). Proposals increase for abolishment of boarding schools in Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDET | The call to ban boarding or residential schools is gaining momentum at the Amanya Mushega-led education policy review commission, as an increasing number of individuals and educationists advocate for it to become a prominent reform in the education sector. Since the commission's inception, various voices have suggested banning certain groups of …
(2024-01-18). Scents of Caution: BAN Toxics Alert on Imitation and Counterfeit Perfumes and Fragrances. pressenza.com Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics is issuing a public warning about the rampant sale of imitation and counterfeit perfumes and fragrances in the market, cautioning consumers against potential health risks associated with the chemicals in these products. | In a recent market monitoring effort, the group documented ambulant vendors peddling cheap imitated perfumes and fragrances priced between P50 to P180. These counterfeit perfumes closely mimic the packaging and labels of well-known brands, making them appealing to consumers. | Perfume and beauty products rank second as the most counterfeited goods in the Philippin…
(2024-01-18). Global experts urge cooperation against rising protectionism. ecns.cn New protectionism threatens trade and development, which are driven by open markets and predictable rules, experts said, calling for all-round cooperation to tackle such problems.
(2024-01-18). Laba Festival: History and customs. ecns.cn Laba Festival, which falls on the eighth day of the 12th month in the Chinese lunar calendar, is a festival celebrated for more than 1,000 years.
(2024-01-18). Mahmoud Mardi faces penalty for revealing political slogan in Qatar. albawaba.com
(2024-01-18). "No One is Safe" When Health Policy is Reduced to Sinister Slogans. dailysceptic.org "No one is safe, until everyone is safe" runs the WHO Covid vaccine slogan (why not, don't the vaccines work?) Dr David Bell has a better one: "No one is safe, from the devisers of inane slogans."
(2024-01-18). Apple Loosens Grip On IPhone Apps – With A Catch. latintimes.com After a years-long legal battle, Apple says it will begin allowing iPhone app developers to use alternative payment systems — but they will still have to pay fees and meet various conditions.
(2024-01-18). Davos and the melting world economy. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Athletes need not have prior relationship for sharing medals at big events, say Katie Moon. devdiscourse.com Katie Moon of USA believes that her gesture to share pole vault gold with Australia's Nina Kennedy during last year's World Athletics Championships was born out of an innate feeling of relatedness, and it did not require a pre-existing bond. Both Moon, a Tokyo Olympics gold winner, and Kennedy cleared 4.90m but missed all three attempts at 4.95m after a draining two hours and 10 minutes contest.
(2024-01-18). Salvadorian authorities continue to target drug trafficking and gangs. plenglish.com The National Civil Police (PNC) reported the arrest of Génesis Daniela Vásquez Pérez, aka "Bombón," homegirl of the MS City Paradise Gánster Salvatruchos, who was dedicated to distributing drugs in Distrito Italia, in Tonacatepeque, and who was arrested with more than 500 portions of marihuana. | The drug was ready to be delivered, however, through an intelligence operation we captured this gang member in the Italia District, in Tonacatepeque, the PNC said. | The War against Gangs is hitting criminal structures at all levels. The frontal combat does not stop, the PNC said on its social media account. | In the la…
(2024-01-18). US Justifications for Bombing Yemen Are Pathetic: Lavrov. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Russian Foreign Affairs Minister Sergey Lavrov described the justifications put forth by the United States for bombing Yemen as "pathetic," comparing the actions to those in Libya in 2011. | RELATED: | "There is an outrage in what is now being done with regard to Yemen. Washington's exculpatory statements look very pathetic," he said. | Lavrov reminded the U.S. and the United Kingdom that "no one authorized the bombing of Yemen, j…
(2024-01-18). Judicial officers asked to release certified court documents promptly. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Judicial officers have been asked to always release certified copies of court documents within a shortest period of time so as to enable litigants file their appeals on time. According to the Principal Judge Dr. Flavian Zeija, many litigants get frustrated and end up losing their cases on appeal because …
(2024-01-18). India's soaring economy masks stark inequality: An analysis. muslimmirror.com By Mohd Ziyaullah Khan India, once the world's fifth-largest economy, has undergone a significant economic shift, surpassing the United Kingdom. Despite this achievement, it remains a nation marked by stark economic disparities, hosting the largest population of impoverished individuals globally—estimated at 228.9 million, according to the 2022 'World Inequality Report' (WIR). As economic growth slowed …
(2024-01-18). SpaceX: Ax-3'àºn bugàºnkຠuàßu≈üu iàßin tàºm sistemler iyi durumda. aa.com.tr SpaceX, Türkiye'nin ilk uzay yolcusu Alper Gezeravcƒ±'nƒ±n da àºyesi olduƒüu Ax-3 misyonunun bugàºnkຠuàßu≈üuna ili≈ükin tàºm sistemlerin iyi durumda ve hava durumunun da uygun olduƒüunu bildirdi.
(2024-01-18). ƒ∞leti≈üim Ba≈ükanƒ± Altun'dan saldƒ±rƒ±ya uƒürayan gazeteciye geàßmi≈ü olsun mesajƒ±. aa.com.tr Cumhurba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ± ƒ∞leti≈üim Ba≈ükanƒ± Fahrettin Altun, saldƒ±rƒ±ya uƒürayan A Haber muhabiri Ahmet Nazif Vural'a geàßmi≈ü olsun dileklerini iletti.
(2024-01-18). Rule of Law does not permit bulldozer justice: Justice Lokur. ummid.com Bulldozer justice is against rule of law, Justice Madan B. Lokur, a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, said Tuesday January 16, 2024.
(2024-01-18). CIS mission starts monitoring early presidential election in Azerbaijan. eng.belta.by On the first day of the work, CIS First Deputy Secretary General Leonid Anfimov met with Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mazahir Panahov to discuss preparations for the election and the mission's activities.
(2024-01-18). Palestine: Women of the Resistance. libya360.wordpress.com Michael Lavalette Bethlehem wall with graffiti depicting Leila Khaled. Photo: Bluewind / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0 DEED The numerous women of the Palestinian resistance debunk the Western stereotype of passive, oppressed Arab women. There is a myth that dominates much Western thinking about women in the Arab world and it needs to be…
(2024-01-18). Sweden Prepares for 'War' With Russia: Russophobic Paranoia. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). What is the UK's 'Safety of Rwanda' bill and why are MPs fighting over it? aljazeera.com Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pushes the bill through the House of Commons but not without much squabbling.
(2024-01-18). Government empowers citizens throught tv programme. sanews.gov.za Government empowers citizens throught tv programme | Government has packaged a television programme to empower, inform and educate citizens regarding initiatives that can improve their lives by profiling its programmes. | "We are giving voices to communities. We are sharing our content with the broader communities in this country. We are giving ordinary citizens an opportunity to talk about their daily experiences," Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) Chief Director: Communication Service Agency, Neli Shuping, said in Pretoria on Thursday. | Shuping was addressing a special screening for a 13-e…
(2024-01-18). Status Report From Another Would Be "Climate Leader," The UK. wattsupwiththat.com The rest of the world is getting a good laugh at Britain's expense. As Darwall states, "The metric of leadership success is followship." By that metric, as well as every other, Britain's "climate leadership" is a total disaster.
(2024-01-18). Belarus to create national spatial data infrastructure. eng.belta.by The document has been published by the national legislation registry. It approves a regulation on the national spatial data infrastructure. The State Property Committee has been entrusted with organizing the creation and development of the national spatial data infrastructure.
(2024-01-18). Three more scientists convicted in Germany over their part in climate crisis protests. thecanary.co 
This week, two trials took place in Germany in which four academics from Greece, France and Germany had to answer for their peaceful protest against the failure of German politics in the face of the climate crisis. Once again, members of the Scientist Rebellion group were convicted without the courts addressing the distressing facts of …
(2024-01-18). Tunnel boring machine Dinghai unveiled in C China. ecns.cn The tunnel boring machine (TBM) Dinghai, with a maximum excavation diameter of 14.57 meters, was officially unveiled in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province on Wednesday.
(2024-01-18). 'Sickening Profits: The Global Food System's Poisoned Food and Toxic Wealth'. mronline.org The modern food system is being shaped by the capitalist imperative for profit.
(2024-01-18). Understanding the Challenges and Implications of Rising National Health Spending in the U.S. medriva.com The Rising Health Spending in the U.S. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released a report highlighting the escalating national health spending in the U.S. According to the report, the total health spending for 2022 stood at a staggering $4.5 trillion, making up over 17% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP)….
(2024-01-18). Lukashenko: All legislative innovations should stimulate Belarusian economy growth. eng.belta.by "The government said that the changes are necessary for legal harmonization of Belarus and Russia, that is, as part of the Union State program. However, the state interests must not be infringed upon during the unification process," the president highlighted.
(2024-01-18). Temple University joins list of colleges under investigation for alleged discrimination. whyy.org This story originally appeared on The U.S. Department of Education opened its probe into several schools and universities in November. | The department says the investigation comes after a rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia since the Israel-Hamas war began in October. | Officials have not relea…
(2024-01-18). Kuwait's AlShaya Group curbs Egypt operations due to economic downturn. middleeasteye.net 
Kuwait's AlShaya Group curbs Egypt operations due to economic downturn | The retail giant will close 60 stores in Egypt, including Mothercare, Debenhams, and The Body Shop | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 14: 38 | A pedestrian walks past "Store Closing" signs in the window display of a Debenhams store in Manchester, northern England (AFP/file) |
(2024-01-18). Enhancing Gamma Ray Shielding with Nano Metal Oxides and Silicone Rubber Composites. medriva.com
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(2024-01-18). Egypt says farewell to Western brands as Alshaya downsizes. newarab.com 
Egyptians will likely say farewell to many of their favourite Western brands after the Kuwaiti retail conglomerate "Due to the economic situation and the challenges facing foreign com…
(2024-01-18). One Year Since Tortuguita's Killing: A Reflection on our Coverage of the Movement Against 'Cop City' and the First Eco-Activist Killed in the US. unicornriot.ninja
(2024-01-18). MHT CET 2024 Registration Begins – Steps to Apply. ummid.com The State Common Entrance Test Cell Maharashtra has started receiving online application through its website 'portal.maharashtracet.org' for MHT CET 2024 from Tuesday January 16, 2024.
(2024-01-18). Caution Recommended in Prescribing PDE5 Inhibitors for Men with Heart Disease and Erectile Dysfunction. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). The Power of Investing in Research and Development in Africa: A Pathway to Health Improvement and Economic Growth. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). Casino Capitalism and the Derivatives Market: Time for Another "Lehman Moment"? dissidentvoice.org Reading the tea leaves for the 2024 economy is challenging. On January 5th, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said we have achieved a "soft landing," with wages rising faster than prices in 2023. But critics are questioning the official figures, and prices are still high. Surveys show that consumers remain apprehensive. There are other concerns. On December 24, 2023, Catherine …
(2024-01-18). U.S. Maine judge pauses decision on Trump's disqualification from presidential primary ballot. independent.co.ug 
Justice Michaela Murphy from the Superior Court in Maine said that a December decision from Secretary of State Shenna Bellows should remain on hold until the Supreme Court renders its decision in the Colorado dispute. SAN FRANCISCO, CARLIFORNIA | Xinhua | A judge of the U.S. state of Maine on Wednesday paused Secretary of State …
(2024-01-18). Belarus' gross grain harvest at 7.665m tonnes in 2023. eng.belta.by "The gross harvest of grain and leguminous crops (weight after processing) amounted to 7.665 million tonnes. In the 2022 season it was 8.693 million tonnes. The largest grain harvest contributor (by storage weight) was Minsk Oblast (1.875 million tonnes).
(2024-01-18). Missouri Voters Start Signature Drive to Put Abortion Rights on November Ballot. truthout.org A coalition of abortion rights groups in Missouri has launched a signature drive to place a state constitutional amendment before voters, with hopes of gathering enough names to get abortion on the November ballot. After the U.S. Supreme Court upended federal abortion protections in a ruling in June of 2022, "trigger laws" banning or severely restricting abortion access took effect in several… |
(2024-01-18). They Call It Unconstitutional, But Don't Impeach. scheerpost.com President Joe Biden delivers remarks announcing seven regional clean hydrogen hubs selected to receive funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to accelerate a clean energy economy and new jobs, Friday, October 13, 2023, at Tioga Marine Terminal in Philadelphia. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz) By Sam Husseini / Substack In early December, I …
(2024-01-18). After Settling Explosive Lawsuit From Cassie, Diddy, And CàÆroc Owner Diageo Settle Lawsuit. moguldom.com Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has withdrawn his lawsuit against Diageo, marking the end of a legal battle that stirred controversy in the spirits industry. The settlement, announced through a joint statement on Jan.17, sees Diageo emerging as the sole owner of CàÆroc vodka and DeLeon tequila, brands that were previously co-owned and promoted by …
(2024-01-18). Unionistas de Salamanca vs Barcelona predicted lineups – Copa del Rey. albawaba.com Barcelona make the trip to Salamanca to take on Unionistas de Salamanca in the Round of 16 of the Copa del Rey on Thursday.Match date: Thursday, 18 January | Kick-off time: 18: 30 (GMT) | Venue: Reina Sofia Municipal StadiumUnionistas de Salamanca vs Barcelona predicted lineups: Unionistas de Salamanca possible XlManager: Dani PonzIvan Martinez; Sergio Camus, Ramiro Mayor, Carlos Gimenez, Ekaitz Jimenez; Adrian Gomez, Hector Nespral, Javi Villar, Alfred Planas; Slavy, Mario Losada.Barca possible XlManager: Xavi HernandezInaki Pena; Sergi Roberto, Jules Kounde, Andreas Christensen, Alejandro Balde; Fermin Lo…
(2024-01-18). Culture Fact: Laba Festival. ecns.cn
(2024-01-18). China willing to implement new measures to keep quality trade. ecns.cn China, on top of effective implementation of existing policies aimed at stabilizing foreign trade, will explore and introduce new measures should the shifting dynamics call for it, as part of its efforts to turn the country into a trader of quality.
(2024-01-18). Extraordinary Summit on crisis in African region begins. plenglish.com Kampala, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) With the participation of Uganda, Djibouti, Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the Extraordinary Summit to address tensions in the Horn of Africa began.
(2024-01-18). How much will the US Supreme Court shape the 2024 presidential election? aljazeera.com With a conservative majority on the bench, experts warn the justices could face scrutiny as they weigh election cases.
(2024-01-18). Oklahoma Bill Would Place Trans Kids in Homes That Don't Support Their Identity. truthout.org Right-wing lawmakers in Oklahoma have proposed legislation that could place transgender children in adoptive or foster homes that do not support their gender identity. Senate Bill 1677, authored by Sen. Julie Daniels (R), aims to prevent the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) from mandating that potential foster and adoptive parents endorse a child's sexual orientation or gender identity… |
(2024-01-18). Apple Hit Again With US Ban In Watch Patent Feud. latintimes.com
(2024-01-18). Lukashenko describes Belarus-Russia allied relations as unmatched. eng.belta.by "Russia and Belarus are sovereign and independent states," Aleksandr Lukashenko said. "We proceed from this when making certain decisions. And as you can see, we have built the closest allied relations the world has ever known."
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(2024-01-18). Ban on commercial release of GM crops against national interest: Centre tells SC. devdiscourse.com Making a strong case for growing genetically modified (GM) crops for enhanced food security, the Centre told the Supreme Court on Thursday that India is already importing huge quantities of edible oil extracted from genetically altered oilseeds for domestic consumption and "unfounded fears" of their adverse impact is hurting farmers, consumers and industry.
(2024-01-18). VIRTUAL EVENT TODAY AT 4:30 ET: The Boeing Disaster With Matt Stoller & William McGee. levernews.com
(2024-01-18). Latinos On The Move: Players That Could Be Transferred Before The End of the Winter Transfer Window. latintimes.com Latest rumors of Latin American players that could move clubs before the end of the Winter transfer window (window closes Jan. 31)…
(2024-01-18). Ice lollipops a hot commodity in cold Harbin. ecns.cn Harbin, Heilongjiang province — one of the coldest places in China — may be this winter's hottest travel destination. It is seeing sales spike in several related sectors, including food products from local brand Modern.
(2024-01-18). China cut over $305 bln of taxes and fees in 2023. ecns.cn China has cut more than 2.2 trillion yuan ($305 billion) of taxes and fees last year, with a significant rise of tax deduction on the research and development for enterprises, said the State Taxation Administration on Thursday.
(2024-01-18). President Maduro Reveals 4 Assassination Attempts Foiled in 2023. orinocotribune.com The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, reported during the presentation of his annual message about the dismantling of four coup plots during the year 2023, which had remained unknown until now. "All intelligence and investigation procedures were carried out, and in May, August, November, and December we dismantled a total of four conspiracies attempted by foreign agents, planned from Miami and Colombia," the Venezuelan president said in his speech on Monday, January 15. | He pointed out that he had already informed the Colombian government that the CIA base in Colombia, established during the governments of…
(2024-01-18). Drax Carbon Capture Could Cost Bill Payers £40 Billion. wattsupwiththat.com Analysts have predicted that the revamp of the North Yorkshire site could be one of the most expensive energy projects in the world.
(2024-01-18). Davos Elites Talk About Rebuilding Trust. The People Talk of System Change. inequality.org With war threatening to escalate in the Middle East, as well as crises in Ecuador and many other parts of the world, most people are not even aware that the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland is rolling around again this week. In the context of sharpening inequalities, and perilous global politics, what relevance …
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(2024-01-18). The Electric Vehicle Scam is a Symptom of Western Decline. sonar21.com 
I realize there is a lot going on with rising tensions between Iran and Pakistan and the Houthis continuing to frustrate Western efforts to break the blockade of the Red Sea. I promise to address those issues in another piece. But I got to say something about the Electric Vehicle scam. It is bad for the environment. The rare earth minerals needed to produce these extravagances requires mining operations that exploit the very poorest people on the earth. And, despite all the nifty technology that adorns these electric vehicles, they can't handle the cold. | If you don't live in the United States you may not…
(2024-01-18). Three more scientists convicted in Germany over their part in climate crisis protests. thecanary.co This week, two trials took place in Germany in which four academics from Greece, France and Germany had to answer for their peaceful protest against the failure of German politics in the face of the climate crisis. Once again, members of the Scientist Rebellion group were convicted without the courts addressing the distressing facts of […] | By
(2024-01-18). CAR: Déclaration à la presse du Conseil de sécurité sur l'attaque contre la Mission multidimensionnelle intégrée des Nations Unies pour la stabilisation en République centrafricaine. reliefweb.int Country: Central African Republic | Source: UN Security Council | SC/15566 | On trouvera ci-après le texte de la déclaration à la presse faite, aujourd'hui, par le Président du Conseil de sécurité pour le mois de janvier, M. Nicolas de Rivière (France): | Les membres du Conseil de sécurité ont condamné avec la plus grande fermeté l'attaque à l'engin explosif perpétrée contre la Mission multidimensionnelle intégrée des Nations Unies pour la stabilisation en République centrafricaine (MINUSCA) le 15 janvier à Mbindale, dans laquelle un Casque bleu du Cameroun a été tué et cinq autres blessés. | Les membres du Co…
(2024-01-18). Bilkis Bano case: 3 convicts seek more time from SC to surrender. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : Three convicts in the case of gangrape of Bilkis Bano and murder of seven of her family members during the 2002 riots in Gujarat moved the Supreme Court on Thursday seeking extension of time to surrender. The top court on January 8 had quashed the Gujarat government's decision to grant remission to …
(2024-01-18). Key requirements for building Belarus' new remote Earth sensing satellite identified. eng.belta.by Figuratively speaking, it can be accomplished by taking a Russian platform and integrating Belarusian mission equipment with it. "It is not a problem. The problem is whether we need it or not, what the economic benefits will be, and who will pay for it," the Belarusian leader explained.
(2024-01-18). Safety and security of citizens primary: Civil Aviation Minister Scindia at Hyderabad. devdiscourse.com
(2024-01-18). SC puts interim stay on survey of Shahi Idgah Masjid in Mathura. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Tuesday January 16, 2024 stayed the Allahabad HC order allowing the survey or inspection of the Shahi Idgah mosque (Shahi Eidgah Masjid) in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
(2024-01-18). Navigating Through the Icy Conditions: Weather Warnings Across the UK. medriva.com As the United Kingdom grapples with icy and freezing conditions, particularly across the West Midlands, the Met Office has issued a series of weather warnings. Temperatures have been dropping to as low as -9C (15F) overnight, and the UK is expected to experience these sub-zero temperatures until the weekend. The imminent weather shift is predicted…
(2024-01-18). Police firing on Kar Sevaks part of Mulayam-BJP-RSS-VHP deal: Hindu Mahasabha. ummid.com In a stunning claim, Devendra Pandey, National General Secretary of Hindu Mahasabha, Monday January 15, 2024 said that the police firing on Kar Sevaks in Ayodhya was part of a deal between Mulayam Singh Yadav, and BJP, RSS and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP).
(2024-01-18). Davos and the melting world economy. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). AISSEE 2024 Admit Card – When, Where and How to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is on behalf of Sainik School Society set to release on its website aissee.nta.nic.in the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates who have registered for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2024-25 (AISSEE 2024).
(2024-01-18). Hebei braces for busy winter sports season. ecns.cn North China's Hebei province, which helped stage the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games, has seen a winter sports boom since a series of measures were rolled out to promote related activities, leading residents to gradually fall in love with them.
(2024-01-18). Djokovic's 15-year 'Special Relationship' With Melbourne Tree. latintimes.com Novak Djokovic has long credited a series of unusual methods for helping him become one of the greatest players ever, not least his 15-year "special relationship" with a Melbourne tree.
(2024-01-18). Comoros announces curfew after president's fourth-term win sparks protests. aljazeera.com Assoumani, an ex-military officer whose opponents accuse him of muzzling dissent, first came to power in a 1999 coup.
(2024-01-18). Snow and ice tourism fuels diverse sectors in China. ecns.cn A report released by travel platforms indicates that the tourism boom in Harbin is expected to expand and continue through the winter break and the Chinese New Year holiday, boosting the catering, accommodation, transportation sectors and more.
(2024-01-18). India's soaring economy masks stark inequality: An analysis. muslimmirror.com By Mohd Ziyaullah Khan India, once the world's fifth-largest economy, has undergone a significant economic shift, surpassing the United Kingdom. Despite this achievement, it remains a nation marked by stark economic disparities, hosting the largest population of impoverished individuals globally—estimated at 228.9 million, according to the 2022 'World Inequality Report' (WIR). As economic growth slowed …
(2024-01-18). AMU student held for links with ISIS, claims UP ATS. muslimmirror.com An Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) student was arrested from Aligarh by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) on Wednesday evening, for being allegedly involved in radicalising youth through spreading ISIS ideology to establish the rule of Islam in the country, said senior police officials. The officials claimed it was the eighth arrest in this connection …
(2024-01-18). 100 accused terrorists linked to U.S.-based group go on trial in Vietnam. peoplesworld.org 
HANOI—The trial of 100 people accused of terrorism and related charges go underway on Jan. 16 in Vietnam's Dak Lak province, in the Central Highlands. The accused are alleged to be connected to a number of violent attacks by religious terrorists last year that left nine people dead and wounding two others. The organization they …
(2024-01-18). Calls Intensify for Banning Boarding Schools in Uganda. plusnews.ug 
The call to ban boarding or residential schools is gaining momentum at the Amanya Mushega-led education policy review commission, as an increasing number of individuals and educationists advocate for it to become a prominent reform in the education sector. Since the commission's inception, various voices have suggested banning certain groups of learners like those at nursery …
(2024-01-18). Because it does not want witnesses to its crimes Israel methodically kills journalists it cannot silence! cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). How Palestinians View the Role of Regional and International Players in the Current War. strategic-culture.su
(2024-01-18). Varanasi DM appointed receiver of Gyanvapi cellar. muslimmirror.com Varanasi : District Judge Ajay Krishna Vishvesha has appointed district magistrate of Varanasi as the receiver of the southern cellar of Gyanvapi mosque in the suit filed by head priest of Acharya Ved Vyas Peeth temple Shailendra Kumar Pathak, while the plea of advocate Vijay Shankar Rastogi to become a party of Vyas's suit was …
(2024-01-18). In Numbers: China prepares for upcoming Spring Festival travel rush. ecns.cn
(2024-01-18). Attacks on the Concept of Settler Colonialism Are About Undermining Solidarity. truthout.org "Surviving settler colonialism isn't just about surviving its material realities, it's also about surviving how settler colonialism requires destroying cultures, and languages, and sensibilities, and values, and ways of being in the world," says scholar and activist Nadine Naber. In this episode of "Movement Memos," Naber and host Kelly Hayes discuss the connections between the struggle for… |
(2024-01-18). Spectacular rime scenery in Asihatu Stone Forest. ecns.cn Spectacular rime scenery in Asihatu Stone Forest in Keshiketeng Banner of Chifeng, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
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(2024-01-18). DR Congo's shambolic election should be a wake-up call for the SADC. aljazeera.com The regional body should not allow electoral irregularities to threaten democracy and development in Southern Africa.
(2024-01-18). China and Lebanon settle for 0-0 draw in Asian Cup. newarab.com 
After back-to-back draws at the start of the A 0-0 draw with Lebanon on Tuesday left While China is second in Group A…
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(2024-01-18). Concerning the founding of the Bretton Woods' Institutions. cadtm.org Series : Bretton Woods, the World Bank and the IMF: 70th anniversary | – | / |
(2024-01-18). AU appoints former VP Wandira-Kazibwe to Sudan peace panel. independent.co.ug 
ADDIS ABABA | Xinhua | The African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki on Wednesday announced that he has appointed three prominent African personalities as members of the AU High-level panel on Sudan. In a press statement, Faki said he has appointed Mohamed Ibn Chambas, Speciosa Wandira-Kazibwe and Francisco Madeira as members of the AU High …
(2024-01-18). Snow is on the way for the Philly region. Here's the latest forecast. whyy.org This story originally appeared on The region finally gets above freezing today, but accumulating snow and an arctic blast are on the way. | Thursday: | Wind chills this morning are just in the teens, but it's not as harsh in the afternoon with mostly cloudy skies and a high of 35 with a flurry possible, especially north and west. | Friday: | 6abc has issued an AccuWeather Alert for another round of accumulating snow. | Snow develops overnight and continues throughout the day. There will be impacts to both the m…
(2024-01-18). Israeli Military Chief Says Lebanon War Likely in Coming Months. news.antiwar.com Visiting troops near the northern border, head of Israel's military, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, discussed the potential of war in Lebanon, saying the likelihood of a conflict in the coming months is "much higher" than it has been. Lt. Gen Halevi said he believes Israel will be starting the war with more advantages than in …
(2024-01-18). NACs Defeated! SEC Backs Down. wattsupwiththat.com they considered it to be an "attempt to create economic value from processes not backed by economic activity."
(2024-01-18). Beyond the Red Sea: Who are the Houthis up against inside Yemen? aljazeera.com Their attacks on Red Sea ships have brought them global attention. But within Yemen, the Houthis aren't the force.
(2024-01-18). Commune or Nothing! Communes Against Capitalism. mronline.org In this panel, Kali Akuno, John Bellamy Foster, Chris Gilbert, and M.E. O'Brien examine the commune and communal organizing as part of the project of revolutionary social transformation. The speakers address how socialist communes can be used to abolish the logic of capitalism, which is based on the exploitation of human beings, the expropriation of nature, and oppression.
(2024-01-18). After Blaise Compaoré, it's François' turn to be shielded from his country's justice system by the French authorities. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Kenya cult leader charged with 'terrorism' over starvation deaths. aljazeera.com Paul Mackenzie and 94 others charged over deaths of followers whose bodies have been exhumed from the Shakahola forest.
(2024-01-18). Bank taxes in the EU: exceptional, temporary and far less than the €6 trillion bank bailout to be paid by the state budget. cadtm.org
(2024-01-18). Philippines Pushing China's Limits in South China Sea. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2024-01-18). Multiple covid injections could weaken immunity and lead to cancer and brain disorders, Thai corporate media reports. expose-news.com On Sunday, the Bangkok Post published an article stating that multiple covid injections may cause hidden diseases to surface, weaken immunity and lead to cancer and brain disorders. The Bangkok Post is …
(2024-01-18). Why are Iran and Pakistan bombing each other. newarab.com 
Iran and Pakistan have Iran struck positions in Pakistan on Tuesday, killing two children, according to Islamabad. | Pakistan responded by recalling its ambassador to Tehran and The escalation follows years of unr…
(2024-01-18). Over 200 school students to participate in scientific forum in Minsk. eng.belta.by More than 200 high school students, teachers and educators from all regions of Belarus will take part in the conference. This will be the first time the forum will be held in this format.
(2024-01-18). Cameroon Mise à jour sur la sécurité alimentaire : Dans les zones de conflit, les récoltes insuffisantes entraàÆneront un début précoce de la soudure, décembre 2023. reliefweb.int 
Country: Cameroon | Source: Famine Early Warning System Network | Please refer to the attached file. | Messages clé | Des situations de Crise (Phase 3 de l'IPC) sont attendues dans les régions du nord-ouest et du sud-ouest du pays au moins jusqu'au milieu de l'année 2024. En raison de l'insécurité et des conflits, de nombreux ménages pauvres de ces régions ont épuisé les réserves de céréales de base de la campagne principale de 2023, et les récoltes de la contre-saison en cours restent inférieures à la moyenne. Cette situation conduira probablement à un début précoce de la soudure à partir de janvier/févrie…
(2024-01-18). US Business 'Optimistic' About Interest Rates Cuts: Fed. latintimes.com The US Fed recently voted to keep interest rates at a 22-year high, while penciling in up to three interest rate cuts this year, citing progress made in tackling inflation.
(2024-01-18). Christian Pulisic voted top U.S. men's soccer player for fourth time, tying Landon Donovan. whyy.org Christian Pulisic was voted the U.S. Soccer Federation's Male Player of the Year for the fourth time Thursday, matching Landon Donovan for the most times receiving an award that began in 1998. | Pulisic received 53% of the vote, followed by Yunus Musah (21.5%) and Ricardo Pepi (12.9%). Pulisic, a 25-year-old winger from Hershey, Pennsylvania, in his first season with AC Milan, also won in 2017, '19 and '21. | Pulisic scored six international goals in 2023, including two in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal win over Mexico, and had three assists. He had six Serie A goals in the first half of the season for Mil…
(2024-01-18). The Role of AI-Based Software in Choroidal Vascularity Index Measurements Using Swept-Source Optical Coherence Tomography. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). Court issues criminal summons against Kitutu. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has issued criminal summons against Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Goretti Kitutu Kimono requiring her to appear in court next month and be charged with causing government financial loss of 1.5 billion shillings. The summons were issued against her by the Grade One Magistrate Christopher Opit …
(2024-01-18). Belarus government suggests more flexibility for sale of assets by people from unfriendly states. eng.belta.by The government submitted a draft decree to the head of state that suggests introducing a number of changes to appraisal procedures, as well as to the sale of property by owners from unfriendly countries.
(2024-01-18). Employment opportunities? Sorry, no vacancy. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-01-18). The Potential of Cutibacterium Acnes Microbiome Therapy for Skin Conditions. medriva.com Understanding the Role of Skin Microbiome The human skin is home to a diverse community of microorganisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome. This microbiome plays a crucial role in protecting the skin from pathogens, regulating wound healing, and maintaining skin pH. A key member of this community is Cutibacterium acnes, a Gram-positive bacterium that…
(2024-01-18). Investigation unfolds: Roger Stone accused in plot against Congress members. nationofchange.org Capitol Police, aided by the FBI, have launched an investigation into Roger Stone, a controversial figure in American politics, following allegations of a plot to target Democratic Representatives.
(2024-01-18). UNDP Pacific Commits to Strengthening Partnerships and Sustainable Development in Vanuatu. reliefweb.int Country: Vanuatu | Source: UN Development Programme | Port Vila, Vanuatu — The United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) Pacific Office in Fiji Resident Representative, Ms. Munkhtuya (Tuya) Altangerel, formally presented her letter of credentials to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade of Vanuatu, the Hon. Seremaiah Nawalu in Port Vila on Monday 16 January 2024. | During the occasion, Ms. Altangerel acknowledged the long-standing relationship between the Government of Vanuatu and UNDP. She reaffirmed UNDP's commitment to supporting the Government of Vanuatu's s…
(2024-01-18). Arua District DRDIP Desk Officer Arrested Over Theft of UGX 20M. plusnews.ug Police in Arua have arrested Joakim Andiandu, the Arua District Environmental officer for allegedly mismanaging 20 million Shillings meant for a community project under the Development Response to Displacement Impact Project (DRDIP). Andiandu who is also the Arua district desk officer for the project was picked up alongside Owen Onzima, a community facilitator. It is …
(2024-01-18). 7 Gardening Tips to Help You Bloom Your Backyard. ummid.com The more you garden, the more you'll figure out what works. For now, check out these basic gardening tips to answer common beginner questions.
(2024-01-18). Watch the Mann-Steyn Trial Live. wattsupwiththat.com Michael Mann vs Mark Steyn, live from court.
(2024-01-18). Lukashenko calls for immediate response to attempts to withdraw capital from Belarus. eng.belta.by The counteraction of capital withdrawal was one of the topics covered by the conference. Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked that Belarus encounters barriers and prohibitions at every turn and has to live and operate in complicated economic conditions.
(2024-01-18). Sanders sounds alarm: Trump win spells disaster for democracy. nationofchange.org In an impassioned warning, Bernie Sanders delves into the dire consequences for American democracy if Donald Trump secures victory in 2024, amidst escalating political and environmental crises.
(2024-01-18). Turkey may conduct new operations in Iraq, Syria if needed. newarab.com 
The nine were killed in clashes with the outlawed
(2024-01-18). CONFIRMED: President Museveni pardons ex-NSSF MD Jamwa, 12 others. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pardoned 13 convicts including the former Managing Director of National Social Security Fund (NSSF) David Chandi Jamwa who has been serving a 12-year jail term handed to him for causing government a financial loss of sh3 billion. Others pardoned are Vincent Ntale, Nelson Drabo …
(2024-01-18). Household income growth, low inflation seen as main economic results in Belarus in 2023. eng.belta.by "Last year's economic growth was balanced. We addressed three main tasks: above-average growth of household incomes, low inflation and employment," Andrei Kartun said.
(2024-01-18). World: Humanitarian AId?: Considerations for the Future of AI-use in Humanitarian Action. reliefweb.int
(2024-01-18). Republicans Added 27 Anti-Wildlife Measures in FY 2024 Appropriations Bills. truthout.org Lawmakers, mostly Republicans, have inserted a record number of anti-wildlife measures into the appropriations bills for fiscal year 2024, the Center for Biological Diversity reported Tuesday. The attack comes despite the fact that scientists warn human activity may be triggering a sixth mass extinction, as species disappear at unprecedented rates. A September study found that vertebrate… |
(2024-01-18). Lawsuit accuses New York County police of forcibly removing Muslim woman's hijab. middleeasteye.net 
Lawsuit accuses New York County police of forcibly removing Muslim woman's hijab | During an arrest, the Suffolk County Police Department allegedly took off a woman's hijab and did not give it back until her release | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 17: 03 | Two girls stand outside of a mosque on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn during funeral of a police officer on 09 February 2023 in New York City (AFP) | New York's…
(2024-01-18). Samsung Turns To AI To Regain Smartphone Throne. latintimes.com Samsung on Wednesday released its latest Galaxy smartphones with new artificial intelligence features as the South Korean giant seeks win back its spot as the world's biggest phone seller from Apple.
(2024-01-18). COVID mRNA Vaccine Injury Stories: Sepsis and Amputation. globalresearch.ca
(2024-01-18). The WB assists those in power in a witch-hunting context. cadtm.org In July 2024, the World Bank and the IMF will be 80 years old. 80 years of financial neo-colonialism and the imposition of austerity policies in the name of debt repayment. 80 years is enough! The Bretton Woods institutions must be abolished and replaced by democratic institutions serving an ecological, feminist and anti-racist bifurcation. To mark these 80 years, we are republishing a series of articles every Wednesday until July, looking in detail at the history and damage caused by these (…) | – | / |
(2024-01-18). Ankara'da Azerbaycan'ƒ±n "Kanlƒ± Ocak" ≈üehitlerini anmak iàßin tà∂ren dàºzenlendi. aa.com.tr Azerbaycan'ƒ±n Ankara Bàºyàºkelàßiliƒüi ile Türkiye Azerbaycan Dostluk ƒ∞≈übirliƒüi ve Dayanƒ±≈üma Vakfƒ± (TADƒ∞V) tarafƒ±ndan "Kanlƒ± Ocak Katliamƒ±" olarak bilinen olayda ya≈üamƒ±nƒ± yitirenler iàßin "20 Ocak ≈ûehitleri Anma Tà∂reni" dàºzenlendi.
(2024-01-18). Scientific Misconduct and Fraud: The Final Nail in Psychiatry's Antidepressant Coffin. scheerpost.com 
By Bruce E. Levine / CounterPunch ". . . if the major media picks up on this story, they will have the chance to report on what arguably is the worst—and most harmful—scandal in American medical history" —Robert Whitaker, publisher of madinamerica.com, January 3, 2024 Historically, there have always been some patients who report that any treatment …
(2024-01-18). Cypriots Protest Use of Bases by UK in Imperialist Conflicts. orinocotribune.com By Peoples Dispatch — Jan 16, 2024 | The British military has been using the Akrotiri and Dhekelia bases in Cyprus for its war-mongering, such as in the recent bombing of Yemen | On Sunday, January 14, anti-imperialist groups in Cyprus protested outside the UK bases in Akrotiri, against the use of bases on the island in the imperialist wars raging in the region. | In the protest called by the Pancyprian Peace Council, activists from various anti-war groups and political parties including the Progressive Party of Working People (AKEL), United Democratic Youth Organization (EDON), and Communist Initiative o…
(2024-01-18). Conditions deteriorate for survivors of Noto earthquake in Japan. wsws.org Much has also been made in the press about Japan's supposed commitment to disaster preparation, but the Noto earthquake has graphically exposed its limitations.
(2024-01-18). Trump victory in Iowa caucuses intensifies 2024 crisis elections. wsws.org Trump is heavily favored to win the Republican nomination, leading to a repetition of the Trump-Biden contest of 2020, an outcome detested by the bulk of the American people.
(2024-01-18). Fired Stellantis temp: "We need to figure out a way where everyone can come together because no one's safe" wsws.org A Warren Truck worker was forced to live out of her vehicle with her children during part of the deadly Arctic blast this week, after suddenly being fired from Stellantis.
(2024-01-18). AI and its implications a central topic at Davos meeting. wsws.org The contradiction between technology and the social relations of capitalism in which it is encased is becoming ever-more apparent.
(2024-01-18). Missing Links in Textbook History: Colonialism. scheerpost.com 
By Jim Mamer / Original to ScheerPost Editor's Note: This marks the 12th installment in Jim Mamer's "Missing Links" series. A former high school teacher and recipient of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) History Teacher of the Year award, Mamer delves into the lesser-known uncomfortable truths of American history that are often …
(2024-01-18). Mann V. Steyn Goes to Trial After 12 Years. wattsupwiththat.com Jury selection ongoing. Lots of last minute depositions piss off the judge.
(2024-01-18). Fed's First Multi-Site Offshore Wind EIS is Ridiculous. wattsupwiththat.com There is literally no environmental impact assessment here.
(2024-01-18). 'That's A Stupid Question': John Kerry Snaps At Reporter Asking Him About His 'Carbon Footprint' At Davos. wattsupwiththat.com U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry lashed out at a reporter who asked him about his "carbon footprint" at the World Economic Forum's Davos conference on Tuesday.
(2024-01-18). Selected Articles: Johnson & Johnson to Acquire $2 Billion Drug Developer "Ambrx Biopharma" to Treat Turbo Cancers with Same Tech as Pfizer's $43 Billion Seagen Acquisition. globalresearch.ca 
(2024-01-18). Venezuela's Authorities Arrest Union Activist in Connection with Terrorist Plot (+Vente Venezuela). orinocotribune.com 
Attorney General of Venezuela Tarek William Saab Venegas is the president of t…
(2024-01-18). Varios civiles muertos en los bombardeos israelíes en Gaza. telesurtv.net En la ciudad de Rafah, en el sur, la aviación israelí atacó a un grupo de civiles, lo que provocó la muerte de dos personas y heridas a otros.
(2024-01-18). Venezuela denuncia ante Mnoal genocidio israelí en Gaza. telesurtv.net Canciller venezolano afirmó que en medio de una crisis imperialista y el auge del fascismo es necesario unir fuerzas para dialogar y avanzar hacia un futuro de paz y justicia.
(2024-01-18). Ocupantes asesinan a palestino en incursiones a Tulkarm, Cisjordania. telesurtv.net El Hospital Gubernamental Martyr Thabet Thabet informó que Mohammad Faisal Dawas recibió un disparo de un francotirador.
(2024-01-18). Resistencia libanesa ataca objetivos del Ejército israelí. telesurtv.net Hezbolá reportó que también se realizaron ataques contra el asentamiento israelí Al-Manara.
(2024-01-18). Canciller Lavrov: cerca de 30 países desean ingresar al Brics. telesurtv.net El jefe de la diplomacia rusa ofrece balance anual. Aseguró que Occidente continúa perdiendo influencia geopolítica, mientras nuevos centros multipolares se expanden.
(2024-01-18). Policía de Ecuador detiene a sospechosos de asesinato de fiscal. telesurtv.net El general César Augusto Zapata Correa precisó que durante el arresto incautaron un fusil, dos pistolas, alimentadoras y dos vehículos, así como diversos atuendos.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador extienden hasta el viernes 19 de enero clases virtuales. telesurtv.net Se mantiene la modalidad de teletrabajo para todo el personal que labora en las instituciones educativas.
(2024-01-18). Promulgan Decreto-Ley para el régimen laboral de personas privadas de libertad. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de Estado de la República de Cuba ha emitido el Decreto-Ley 81/2023, que establece un régimen laboral especial para las personas privadas de libertad que trabajan dentro o fuera de los establecimientos penitenciarios. La medida tiene como objetivo promover la reinserción social y garantizar los derechos de las personas en condiciones de trabajar.
(2024-01-18). Pakistán informa que atacó bases insurgentes en Irán. telesurtv.net Según la agencia iraní Fars, tres mujeres y cuatro niños de nacionalidad no iraní habrían muerto a causa de las explosiones.
(2024-01-18). Arrestan a dirigente sindical relacionado a conspiraciones en Venezuela. telesurtv.net El Fiscal General de la Nación, Tarek William Saab, reportó que Venegas está involucrado en el desarrollo de actividades contra la paz de la República,…
(2024-01-18). Media Luna Roja Palestina denuncia que Israel impide evacuar heridos. telesurtv.net La PRCS recalcó que las fuerzas de ocupación de Israel impidieron el acceso al servicio de ambulancias, con disparos de armas de fuego.
(2024-01-18). Rescatan a más de 20 personas tras inundaciones en Bolivia. telesurtv.net El presidente Arce comunicó que unas 21 personas habían sido rescatadas este miércoles en el sector Cabañas.
(2024-01-18). Gobierno argentino descontará el día a quienes vayan al paro. telesurtv.net El vocero presidencial Manuel Adorni comunicó que se ha tomado la decisión de descontar el día a quienes vayan al paro.
(2024-01-18). Temporal en Brasil deja más de un de millón de afectados. telesurtv.net En los barrios centrales de la capital del estado de Rio Grande do Sul, vecinos esperaban frente a sus viviendas la llegada de los equipos de respuesta, que no daban abasto.
(2024-01-18). Presidente de Colombia rechaza el capitalismo en foro de Davos. telesurtv.net El mandatario colombiano destacó que es necesario un cambio del sistema financiero mundial.
(2024-01-18). Presidente Maduro destaca crecimiento de la economía de Venezuela pese al bloqueo. telesurtv.net El presidente ratificó que el mecanismo del ingreso mínimo vital integral indexado, es un mecanismo de economía de guerra para defender la economía de la familia venezolana.
(2024-01-18). Lo que debes saber sobre la antorcha de los Juegos Olímpicos de París. telesurtv.net Más allá del deporte, portarán la antorcha personalidades como los actores Jamel Debbouze y Jean-Pascal Zadi y la directora de cine Alice Diop.
(2024-01-18). Presidente Putin se reúne con la canciller de Corea del Norte. telesurtv.net En el marco de la visita de la canciller norcoreana, el portavoz del Kremlin reiteró que Corea del Norte es un socio importante de Rusia.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a fiscal ecuatoriano que realizaba investigaciones de alto perfil en el caso Metástasis. cubadebate.cu La tarde de este miércoles fue baleado en la ciudad ecuatoriana de Guayaquil, el fiscal César Suárez, quien investigaba la reciente toma de un canal de televisión y que tenía a su cargo otras indagatorias de alto perfil relacionadas con el caso 'Metástasis', reseñaron medios locales.
(2024-01-18). øQué pasa con la canasta familiar normada?: El Mincin responde. cubadebate.cu Las entregas de la canasta familiar normada mantienen afectaciones en el cumplimiento de los ciclos de distribución, dadas fundamentalmente por las restricciones financieras y problemas operacionales que han causado atrasos en los arribos de importación, la producción y transportación, informó en esta jornada el MINCIN.
(2024-01-18). Francia promueve conflicto en Ucrania por interés mercantil. telesurtv.net Lo admite su ministro de Defensa, Sébastien Lecornu. En lugar de procurar una salida pacífica al conflicto Rusia-Ucrania, Occidente estimula la confrontación.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a fiscal ecuatoriano César Suárez en Guayaquil. telesurtv.net La fiscal general del Estado, Diana Salazar, pronunció un comunicado lamentando la muerte de su colega.
(2024-01-18). ƒ∞dlib'de saƒüanak nedeniyle kamplardaki 525 ailenin àßadƒ±rƒ±nƒ± su bastƒ±. aa.com.tr Suriye'nin kuzeybatƒ±sƒ±ndaki ƒ∞dlib ilinde etkili olan ≈üiddetli yaƒüƒ±≈ü nedeniyle, Suriye ordusu gàºàßlerinin saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±ndan kaàßan sivillerin sƒ±ƒüƒ±ndƒ±ƒüƒ± kamplarda 525 ailenin àßadƒ±rƒ± su altƒ±nda kaldƒ±.
(2024-01-18). Venezuela denuncia sanciones contra su transporte marítimo por EE.UU. y Europa. telesurtv.net Vicepresidenta Delcy Rodríguez se reúne en Londres con el secretario general de la Organización Marítima Internacional (OMI), Arsenio Domínguez Velasco.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net El presidente Gustavo Petro lamentó la muerte Fidel Antonio Hernández, a través de su cuenta en X, y resaltó su accionar como líder del Pacto Histórico y de su campaña en Apartadó.
(2024-01-18). Rusia dona 30 toneladas de ayuda humanitaria al pueblo de Gaza. telesurtv.net Un avión Il 76 llegará a Egipto con una carga de ropas, mantas, productos de higiene personal y alimentos para Gaza…
(2024-01-18). Bolivia y empresa china acuerdan construir planta de litio. telesurtv.net Este segundo convenio del país suramericano tendrá una capacidad inicial al año de 2.500 toneladas carbonato de litio.
(2024-01-18). El camino de Bayamo. cubadebate.cu El pasado 12 de enero, los cubanos conmemoramos el aniversario 155 de la Quema de Bayamo, uno de los hechos más gloriosos de la historia de la Patria. Este jueves, Espacios de ciudad les propone una exhaustiva investigación sobre este importante acontecimiento histórico de la mano del MSc. Ludín Fonseca García, Historiador de la ciudad de Bayamo.
(2024-01-18). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Más de 100 días se han cumplido de los ataques continuos de las fuerzas de Israel contra el pueblo palestino en Gaza y Cisjordania.
(2024-01-18). La desnutrición aguda grave amenaza a 10 mil niños en la Franja de Gaza. cubadebate.cu Durante las dos primeras semanas de enero, apenas siete de 29 de las misiones planificadas para entregar alimentos, medicinas, agua y otros suministros vitales llegaron a sus destinos al norte de Wadi Gaza, precisó la agencia. La mayoría de los cargamentos rechazados por Israel incluían combustible y medicamentos.
(2024-01-18). Gremios argentinos rechazan la Ley àìmnibus y aseguran el paro. telesurtv.net Las organizaciones convocantes fueron unánimes en denunciar el recrudecimiento de la pobreza.
(2024-01-18). Precandidatos a Presidencia de México cierran precampañas. telesurtv.net El Instituto Nacional Electoral dará del 1 de marzo al 29 de mayo para las propuestas, debates y giras de los candidatos.
(2024-01-18). Presidente Maduro denuncia a la CIA y la DEA por preparar actos desestabilizadores contra Venezuela. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado anunció la puesta en marcha del Plan Furia Bolivariana y convocó a la máxima movilización popular.
(2024-01-18). Intensas nevadas causan atascos de tráfico vial en Francia. telesurtv.net Los servicios meteorológicos han puesto en alerta naranja por nieve y hielo a 25 departamentos, de los cuales 20 se ubican en el norte del país.
(2024-01-18). Cancelan más de 600 vuelos en Alemania por nevadas. telesurtv.net Buena parte de Europa está viviendo un invierno sumamente frío, con temperaturas extremas en varias naciones como Dinamarca, Suecia y Francia, entre otras.
(2024-01-18). EE.UU. y Reino Unido lanzan nuevos ataques contra Yemen. telesurtv.net Este miércoles los hutíes atacaron un buque comercial operado por EE.UU. frente a las costas de Yemen, provocando daños materiales.
(2024-01-18). El tiempo: Calor y escasas lluvias. cubadebate.cu Amanecerá parcialmente nublado en el occidente, poca nubosidad en centro y oriente excepto en el extremo más oriental donde son posibles chubascos ocasionales. Desde el final de la mañana estará parcialmente nublado en todo el país y nublado en ocasiones en occidente con escasas lluvias.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador se acerca a la cifra de 2.000 detenidos en operativos. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con la Presidencia, entre el 9 de enero y esta jornada se han detenido a 158 presuntos terroristas.
(2024-01-18). Las comunidades de color exigen un alto el fuego inmediato. peoplesworld.org 
Hay muchos movimientos de protesta por el genocidio contra los palestinos, incluidas más de 2.000 manifestaciones de solidaridad y paz con Palestina en Estados Unidos durante los últimos tres meses. La lucha por la paz en Palestina se cruza con las elecciones nacionales de 2024. La continuación de la política exterior estadounidense hacia Israel por …
(2024-01-18). Irán convoca a encargado de negocios paquistaní tras ataques. telesurtv.net Teherán convocó al diplomático paquistaní en aras de expresar la protesta a Islamadad y exigir explicaciones al respecto.
(2024-01-18). Artemisa le gana a Matanzas e iguala el playoff de la gran final. cubadebate.cu Los artemiseños tomaron desquite esta noche del revés inicial y superaron a Matanzas, seis carreras por tres, en otro duelo de intensas emociones vivido en el estadio Victoria de Girón, de la ciudad yumurina. El triunfo fue la cuenta de Raymond Figueredo, quien en cinco entradas permitió dos carreras.
(2024-01-18). Ascienden a 24.620 las personas asesinadas en Gaza, Palestina. telesurtv.net Se reportan 61.830 heridos desde el 7 de octubre.
(2024-01-18). Ocupantes destruyen con explosivos Universidad Al-Israa, Gaza. telesurtv.net Volaron varios edificios, entre ellos el del museo nacional, cuya colección arqueológica fue saqueada previamente por los uniformados.
(2024-01-18). Tribunal emite orden de arresto contra expresidente de Surinam. telesurtv.net Los llamados "asesinatos de diciembre" se cometieron la noche del 7 al 8 de diciembre de 1982.
(2024-01-18). Corte ordena repetir elección en Congreso de Guatemala. telesurtv.net La CC argumentó irregularidades en las disposiciones de la legislatura, como fue la inclusión de diputados independientes en las plantillas propuestas.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a líder social en Arauca, Colombia. telesurtv.net Higinio Bastos Marín es el séptimo líder social asesinado en Colombia desde el inicio del año 2024.
(2024-01-18). Al menos dos muertos por explosión en Oyo, Nigeria. telesurtv.net El gobernador del estado confirmó las cifras de la explosión reportada durante la víspera a las 19H45 (hora local).
(2024-01-18). Frustran intento de ataque ucraniano contra ciudad rusa de Briansk. telesurtv.net Según el gobernador local, Alexánder Bogomaz. el intento no ocasionó víctimas ni daños materiales.
(2024-01-18). Prevén menor recaudación de ingresos en Canal de Panamá. telesurtv.net En el primer trimestre del año fiscal, la vía marítima dejó de percibir 100 millones de dólares por mes en peajes, respecto al año pasado.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador espera arribo del personal del Comando Sur de EE.UU. telesurtv.net Ante crisis de seguridad en el país suramericano, se espera la llegada de personal militar de EE.UU. a Ecuador.
(2024-01-18). Trabajadores uruguayos marcharán en apoyo al paro en Argentina. telesurtv.net "Los trabajadores uruguayos no podemos permanecer indiferentes ante esta embestida contra nuestros hermanos argentinos", declaró el PIT-CNT.
(2024-01-18). Qué trae la prensa cubana, jueves 18 de enero de 2024. cubadebate.cu
(2024-01-18). The Criminalization of War: Gaza. globalresearch.ca The expansionist policies of the State of Israel including the annexation of the illegally occupied territories, not to mention the "Greater Israel" project of territorial extension are an integral part of the US-led military agenda in Middle East. The siege on Gaza and the Zionist Plan for the Middle East are related to the US-NATO military agenda.
(2024-01-18). The Gaza Strip: a Struggle For Daily Survival Amid Death, Exhaustion And Despair. counterpunch.org 
Every time I visit Gaza, I witness how people have sunk further into despair, with the struggle for survival consuming every hour. In the south, around Rafah, makeshift structures of plastic sheeting have mushroomed everywhere including on the streets, with people trying to protect themselves from the cold and rain. Each one of these flimsy
(2024-01-18). Genocide in My Living Room. counterpunch.org 
History is replete with genocide. Among the earliest was the Albigensian Crusade 0f 1209 that sparked the Cathar genocide in southern France. In the 20th century, the Turkish genocide of 1915 killed up to 1.2 million Armenian Christians; the Nazi Holocaust of 1941-1945 sent 6 million Jews to death chambers or execution sites; and the Rwanda Genocide of 1994 killed more than half a million Tutsis. Reports of more recent genocides appear in the major media, including Darfur (2003), Yazidi (2010), and Rohingya (2016).
(2024-01-18). Labor and Green Colonialism in the Global South. counterpunch.org 
Making a transition away from fossil fuels is going to require a lot of work. But there's a real concern that it will also require a lot fewer workers. All of the workers in fossil fuel industries, for instance, are acutely aware that their jobs are at risk, if not immediately then at some point
(2024-01-18). Jeremy Brecher on How Labor and Climate Movements Build Power from Below. counterpunch.org In the latest Green and Red Podcast, Bob and Scott talk with author, labor historian and activist Jeremy Brecher who's been engaged at the intersection of labor, the environment, and the climate for decades. Over 50 years ago, Jeremy authored "Strike," a labor history classic. And then more recently he's worked at the intersection of
(2024-01-18). Bypassing Parliament: Westminster, the Royal Prerogative and Bombing Yemen. counterpunch.org 
There is something distinctly revolting and authoritarian about the royal prerogative. It reeks of clandestine assumption, unwarranted self-confidence and, most of all, a blithe indifference to accountability before elected representatives. That prerogative, in other words, is the last reminder of divine right, the fiction that a ruler can have powers vested by an unsubstantiated deity, the invisible
(2024-01-18). The SAT and the ACT Are Back with a Vengeance. counterpunch.org 
Horace Mann, who visited schools in Europe as the secretary of the Massachusetts Board of Education, came back with an idea that has left its imprint on public and private schools in the US ever since. Mann was taken with standardized tests then administered in European schools and soon began the use of standardized testing
(2024-01-18). Wayne LaPierre Leaves a Financial Mess Behind at the NRA, on Top of the Legal One That Landed Him in Court. counterpunch.org 
Wayne LaPierre, the National Rifle Association's longtime leader, plans to retire by the end of January 2024. He cited "health reasons" when he announced his departure three days before the organization's civil fraud trial got underway in Manhattan. New York authorities have accused the NRA, LaPierre and three of his current or former colleagues of
(2024-01-18). Australians keep mobilising for Palestine, against Israel's genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). South Africa's genocide case against Israel is strong, but politics will decide. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). Cancelling the journalist: ABC's coverage of Israel-Gaza war. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). Genocidal Israel on trial. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). After Israel's latest killings, journalists need to 'take a stand' over the Gaza carnage. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). Vale Uncle Kevin Buzzacott, fierce advocate for his people and a nuclear free Australia. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). Concern grows over NSW Labor's secret plan for Powerhouse Museum. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). Call it what it is: Invasion Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). The ultra-rich become even richer yet demand more tax cuts. greenleft.org.au 
Despite their ballooning wealth, the corporate rich are using their power to demand more tax breaks and protect their industrial-scale tax dodging. Peter Boyle reports.
(2024-01-18). Socialist councillor: New rainbow crossing a 'positive step'. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-01-18). Seattle Says "No" to Occupation and Genocide in Palestine. indybay.org On Saturday, January 6th, 2024, Seattle activist groups took up the call to "shut it down for Palestine," by blocking Northbound I-5 for over 6 hours. This video is 2: 39 long.
(2024-01-18). How the Gaza War Can Be Big News and Invisible at the Same Time. indybay.org Media of illusion…
(2024-01-18). Palestine, Retaliation & Removal of AHS Board Member & Nurse Jennifer Esteen from AHS. indybay.org Alameda Health System board member and SEIU 1021 member Jennifer Esteen was removed from her position on the board by Alameda Nate Miley two days after she signed a petition for a ceasefire in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Sunday 1/21: San Diego: Shut if Down for Gaza! indybay.org Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego, Ca…
(2024-01-18). Wednesday 1/24: Support Argentina's General Strike Against Fascist Milei: Victory for Argentina Workers! indybay.org US Federal Building | 70 9th St./Mission St. | San Francisco…
(2024-01-18). SF DA Brooke Jenkins "Drop The Charges" Now on the 78. indybay.org Dozens of activists and trade unionists rallied at San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins office to demand that she drop the serious charges against 78 people who blocked the SF bay bridge during the APEC meeting in San Francisco.
(2024-01-18). Who defends Ukraine? indybay.org Who is actually defending Ukraine? | We are informed punctually and in detail about Russian war crimes, military mishaps and dodgy private armies such as the Wagner Group. | On the other hand, we regularly read reports on how "heroically and resourcefully Ukrainians are defending their country". | youtu.be/WoP1i9ZzwOs | youtu.be/EWjMr3RZ8Ss | Ukraine is now a candidate for EU membership.
(2024-01-18). The division of the world. indybay.org The USA is responsible for what is happening in Ukraine with this provoked war, which is currently being overshadowed in the media by the Middle East conflict, just as it has determined developments in Europe for more than a hundred years…It is becoming apparent that Germany is being systematically destabilized and ruined.
(2024-01-18). SF Police Credit Union Attacked for Tortuguita. indybay.org In the early hours of January 18, one year after the police murder of Tortuguita, we smashed 18 windows at the San Francisco Police Credit Union as an act of vengeance for it.
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: CODEPINK S.F. Bay Winter Gathering. indybay.org Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, Russell Street @MLK Jr. Way, Berkeley…
(2024-01-18). Friday 2/9: Film: What I Want You To Know. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 939355…
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: Ceasefire Postcards to Congress Pop-Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley, CA…
(2024-01-18). Tuesday 1/16: Berkeley City Council Meeting. indybay.org 1231 Addison St | Berkeley, CA…
(2024-01-18). Tuesday 1/16: Direct Action 201 Training. indybay.org Location details upon registration…
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: Direct Action 101 Training. indybay.org Location is near BART in Oakland. Location details are shared upon registration.
(2024-01-18). Monday 1/22: San Bruno Vigil for Peace. indybay.org San Bruno City Hall | San Bruno, CA…
(2024-01-18). Wednesday 1/24: Film Screening of Israelism. indybay.org Cole Hall Auditorium, UCSF | San Francisco, CA…
(2024-01-18). Friday 1/26: Teach-In and Rally for Biden Federal Court Lawsuit. indybay.org Oscar Grant Plaza | 14th & Broadway | Oakland, CA | Rain location: | First Unitarian Church of Oakland | 685 14th St | Oakland, CA…
(2024-01-18). Friday 1/19: San Diego: Kite Flying for Palestine. indybay.org Sun God Lawn | UCSD | San Diego, CA…
(2024-01-18). Friday 1/19: Hands Off Yemen Phone Bank. indybay.org
(2024-01-18). Sunday 1/21: Vigil for Palestine in Venice, CA. indybay.org Venice Pier | Venice, CA…
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: Read Palestine: Listening Session and Discussion. indybay.org 48 S 7th St | San Jose, CA…
(2024-01-18). Sunday 1/21: Virtual Discussion with Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. indybay.org
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: Rancho Cucamonga: Rally & March for Palestine. indybay.org Victoria Gateway Center | 12190 Foothill Blvd | Rancho Cucamonga, CA…
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: Pomona: March for Palestine. indybay.org
(2024-01-18). Saturday 1/20: San Diego Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…
(2024-01-18). Police Mock Death of Manny Ellis. Get Paid $500,000. indybay.org The three Tacoma, WA police officers responsible for the death (Murder) of Manny Ellis will each be paid $500,000 and resign from the Tacoma Police Department in "good standing" – meaning that they can be immediately rehired by any neighboring department.
(2024-01-18). Saturday 2/3: Can We Save the World by Planting Trees? indybay.org Felton Branch Library, 6121 Gushee St, Felton…
(2024-01-18). Keeping up its support for Gaza, Yemen announces 'accurate hit' against American ship. presstv.ir Yemen's Armed Forces announce striking American ship in support of Gaza, which has come under a genocidal Israeli war that enjoys full-on US support.
(2024-01-18). US propping up 'terrorist' Israel by blacklisting Yemen's Ansarullah: Tehran. presstv.ir Tehran denounces Washington's "provocative" move to blacklist Yemen's Ansarullah, saying it attests to the United States' support for the "terrorist" Israeli regime.
(2024-01-18). Aid trucks enter Gaza through Rafah. presstv.ir Aid trucks enter Gaza through Rafah in the south of the coastal sliver, where much of the population is in a humanitarian crisis amid an ongoing Israeli war.
(2024-01-18). Israeli strikes on Rafah kill 19 Palestinians, including children. presstv.ir At least 19 Palestinians, including small children, have been killed in the latest Israeli airstrikes on the southern city of Rafah.
(2024-01-18). Israeli minister calls for occupation of Gaza, 'encouraging' Palestinians to leave. presstv.ir Far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has called for "encouraging" Palestinians to leave the Gaza Strip, saying the regime's occupation of the besieged enclave is the only way to restore security to Israel.
(2024-01-18). Pakistanis hold 'Million Man March for Gaza'. presstv.ir In a powerful display of solidarity with Palestine, thousands of Pakistanis took to the streets in the old city of Karachi to protest the ongoing Israeli atrocities in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). 390 educational institutes destroyed in Gaza since Oct. 7. presstv.ir Hamas announced more than 390 schools, universities in Gaza destroyed in 100 days…
(2024-01-18). Thousands rally in US capital, call for Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters rally in Washington DC, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Palestinians inspect their destroyed homes in Gaza's Khan Yunis. presstv.ir Gazans inspect rubble after an Israeli strike on a camp in Khan Yunis.
(2024-01-18). UK parliament approves bill to deport immigrants to Rwanda. presstv.ir The UK parliament approves the new copy of the Prime Minister's controversial Rwanda bill.
(2024-01-18). US launches 4th round of missile strikes on Yemen. presstv.ir The US military launches new strikes on Yemen, marking the fourth time in a week that it has illegally bombed the war-torn country.
(2024-01-18). Iraqi resistance fighters attack US military base in northeast Syria: Report. presstv.ir Iraqi resistance fighters reportedly launched drone strikes on a military facility occupied by US forces in northeastern Syria.
(2024-01-18). Exclusive: Iraqi oil tycoon killed in IRGC strike was Mossad's key man in Erbil. presstv.ir At the stroke of midnight on Monday, Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) launched a barrage of missiles at an espionage center of the Israeli spy agency Mossad in Iraqi Kurdistan, destroying it completely.
(2024-01-18). Funeral held for Yemenis killed by US and UK strikes in Sanaa. presstv.ir Ansarullah supporters hold a funeral at Al-Shaab mosque for six Yemeni fighters.
(2024-01-18). Nine non-Iranian nationals killed in explosions in Iran's southeast. presstv.ir An Iranian security official says several explosions were heard in the southeastern city of Saravan.
(2024-01-18). Iran says will not tolerate 'any Israeli operation from any country'. presstv.ir Iran says it will not tolerate any operation against the Iranian nation and government by the Israeli regime from any country.
(2024-01-18). Iran condemns Pakistan's border attack, summons Pakistani chargé d'affaires. presstv.ir Iran has condemned Pakistan's attack on the southeastern Iranian province of Sistan and Baluchestan and summoned the Pakistani chargé d'affaires in protest against the incident.
(2024-01-18). Iran urges NAM members to renew solidarity with Palestine. presstv.ir Iran has called on members of the Non-Aligned Movement to renew their solidarity with the Palestinian nation.
(2024-01-18). US, UK cannot hold regional security hostage for Netanyahu's sake: Iran FM. presstv.ir The top Iranian diplomat says the US and Britain cannot hold the security of the region hostage for the benefit of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2024-01-18). Stepping away from pacifism, Japan to buy 400 Tomahawks from US. presstv.ir Japan and US have signed a military deal to buy 400 long range Tomahawk missiles.
(2024-01-18). Iran's armed forces launch speciliazed joint air defense exercises. presstv.ir Iranian armed forces have launched specialized joint air defense exercises in the country's southwest, south and southeast regions.
(2024-01-18). Iraq's prime minister wants immediate withdrawal of US forces. presstv.ir Mohammad Shia al-Sudani was addressing a televised event at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
(2024-01-18). Iran calls on 'brotherly' Pakistan to check terrorist bases on its soil. presstv.ir Iran has addressed "the friendly and brotherly government of Pakistan" after a tiff over Islamabad's drone attack on an Iranian village near their border, calling on the neighboring state to prevent the establishment of "terrorist bases" on its soil.
(2024-01-18). Al-Houthi: Yemen's Ansarullah to 'keep hitting' Israel-bound ships. presstv.ir Ansarullah leader Abdel Malek al-Houthi said the attacks would "also include American and British ships."
(2024-01-18). Turkey says ready for Iranian president's imminent visit to Ankara. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says Turkey is ready to host Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi in the near future after seeing the trip cancelled twice for different reasons.
(2024-01-18). Thailand's biggest light illumination festival puts on a show. presstv.ir The Nasatta Light Festival, one of Thailand's largest light illumination festivals, returns for its sixth year in Ratchaburi province.
(2024-01-18). Hundreds protest in Davos ahead of World Economic Forum. presstv.ir Demonstrators protest against the World Economic Forum in the Swiss city of Davos.
(2024-01-18). Drone footage shows molten lava burning houses in Iceland. presstv.ir Drone footage showed fiery lava flows setting houses on fire in Grindavik, Iceland, after a volcano erupted for the second time in less than a month.
(2024-01-18). Thousands of tractors block Berlin as farmers protest. presstv.ir Thousands of German farmers protest against the government's plans for higher taxes…
(2024-01-18). German farmers rally in Berlin to protest against agricultural subsidy cuts. presstv.ir German farmers on Monday blocked the streets in Berlin.
(2024-01-18). Iranian forces see no limits in defending national interests, citizens: Defense minister. presstv.ir The Iranian defense minister says the country's Armed Forces see no limits in defending public interests and the nation.
(2024-01-18). Thousands protest alleged fraud in Serbia vote. presstv.ir Thousands of people rally in the Serbian capital of Belgrade to protest alleged fraud.
(2024-01-18). Iran attack didn't target Pakistani nationals, but Iranian terrorists: FM. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the Tuesday missile attacks on areas in Pakistan were aimed at protecting the security of Iran, its neighbors, and also the wider region.
(2024-01-18). US re-designates Yemen's Ansarullah as 'terrorist' group. presstv.ir The US has accused Ansarullah of repeated attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea.
(2024-01-18). IRGC colonel assassinated in terrorist attack in southeastern Iran. presstv.ir An IRGC colonel has been shot dead in a terrorist attack in Iran's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan near the frontier with Pakistan.
(2024-01-17). 18 January, Athens: Free them All: Political Prisoners of Palestine and the Internationalist Struggle Against Imperialism. samidoun.net 
ATHENS, GREECE — Join us on Thursday, 18 January in Athens, Greece for a special panel on Palestinian political prisoners and the international struggle against imperialism, Zionism and Colonialism. Mohammed Khatib, Europe coordinator of Samidoun, will speak on the panel with Fouad Baker, DFLP international relations officer, and Salah Hamouri, Palestinian lawyer and former political …