(2024-02-25). Wednesday 3/13: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2024-02-25). Environmental catastrophe as Houthis target ship carrying hazardous materials. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – On Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 3: 33 PM, the Yemeni government warned of a big environmental disaster that could happen in the Red Sea.The Yemeni government is worried about a big environmental disaster because of news that the Ruby Mar ship, which was attacked by the Houthi group, leaked dangerous materials.Large losses and the crew having to leave the shipIn a statement carried by the Yemeni news service Saba, the Yemeni government said it was wrong for the Houthi group to attack the ship flying the Belizean flag, which caused a lot of damage and forced the crew to leave the ship.It stated that "p…
(2024-02-25). Former Bush Official Doesn't See How Anyone Can Say Case Against Assange Poses Threat To Journalism. thedissenter.org Jamil Jaffer is a former official at the U.S. Justice Department under President George W. Bush, and he is a current/former member of multiple national security think tanks populated with former officials of the CIA and Pentagon. | He appeared on PBS's "Newshour" program on Tuesday, February 20, and emphatically defended the Justice Department's prosecution against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. The segment aired just after the conclusion of the first day of a pivotal hearing before the British High Court of Justice.
(2024-02-25). 5/02/22 Pacifica Safety Net etal File Petition to Deny Renewal Application WBAI FM License. indybay.org on May 2 2022 Pacifica Safety Net et al filed a Petition to Deny WBAI'S FM License Renewal Application | subsequently additional information and letters supporting the petition were filed (attachments), a Response from Pacifica, etc…
(2024-02-25). Gain Insight on How to Buy Bitcoin Anonymously. albawaba.com Nowadays, privacy is highly valued and many cryptocurrency enthusiasts are eager to purchase Bitcoin without revealing their identity. While Bitcoin transactions are somewhat anonymous due to the blockchain, there are ways to boost privacy and reduce transaction traceability. Whether you are safeguarding data or simply valuing anonymity, this guide will take you through the steps of how to buy Bitcoin anonymously and discreetly. | A Guide on How to Buy Bitcoin Anonymously: | 1. Opt for Peer to Peer Exchanges: | Peer to peer (P2P) exchanges enable transactions between buyers and sellers without intermediar…
(2024-02-25). How to Buy Bitcoin with Credit Card: Guide. albawaba.com Bitcoin is the currency that has garnered worldwide interest as a valuable virtual asset. Thanks to the use of credit cards for transactions, buying Bitcoin has become easier for both investors and beginners alike. This detailed guide is here to help you smoothly learn how to buy bitcoin with credit card and navigate the process of entering the world of cryptocurrencies through credit card transactions. | Exploring the Procedure: A Step-by-Step Guide for How to Buy Bitcoin with Credit Card: | *Choose a Reliable Exchange | Your journey starts by selecting a trusted cryptocurrency exchange that allows you t…
(2024-02-25). Navigate Crypto: How to Buy and Sell Bitcoin. albawaba.com In the changing world of finance, cryptocurrencies have emerged as a form of investment with Bitcoin at the forefront. Whether you are captivated by its potential as an investment opportunity or intrigued by its underlying technology entering the realm of buying and selling, Bitcoin may seem overwhelming for newcomers. This detailed guide will lead you through the seps of how to buy and sell Bitcoin. | Navigate the World of Cryptocurrency; A Guide on How to Buy and Sell Bitcoin | : Before diving into the intricacies of purchasing and selling Bitcoin, it is important to understand and know the basics. Often…
(2024-02-25). Starbucks' new pork flavored coffee. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Starbucks offers its Chinese clientele a special deal. Starbucks introduced its newest product, a pork-flavored coffee blend called "Nian Feng Savory Late," during a special event to celebrate the start of the Year of the Dragon. Commencing on February 10, the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations, this exclusive beverage will only be available for a short period of time.At $9.45, the "Nian Feng Savory Late" blends standard latte components, like espresso and milk, with the slow-cooked Chinese delicacy known as dongpo sauce. By delivering Chinese S…
(2024-02-25). Turkish KAAN fighter aircraft outshines the F-16. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Foreign media sources have shifted their attention to Turkey's own combat aircraft, KAAN, since it continues to receive a lot of interest on social media globally. There are rumors that Turkey's intention to swap out the F-16 for the KAAN and its export potential has sparked curiosity, especially in Asian nations.Chinese television and the Japanese news network ANN have both focused on KAAN's recent successes, generating interest from viewers in their respective countries. Japanese social media users have been especially outspoken in their support of Turkey's military technological advancements and ind…
(2024-02-25). Sony producing 'Cola vs Pepsi' film with $1.5 million budget. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Sony is getting ready to make the movie "Cola vs. Pepsi," which has a budget of $1.5 million. According to the story called "Cola Wars," the movie is about how Coca-Cola and Pepsi, two big drink companies, fight to be the market leader. The movie is set in the 1980s, which were known as the "cola wars," and it looks like it will be about how competitive the soda business was at that time.According to the plot, Pepsi is trying very hard to compete with Coca-Cola in the market and steal a lot of its customers. It will show famous events from the time, like Michael Jackson's famous Pepsi ad mess-up and Co…
(2024-02-25). Contrary to expectations, Antony Blinken criticizes Israeli plans! albawaba.com ALBAWABA – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently voiced his displeasure of Israel's intended development of settlements in the occupied West Bank, saying that such acts are inconsistent with international law, during a press conference while on a visit to Argentina.In the press conference, which he co-hosted with his Argentine counterpart Diana Mondino, Blinken answered queries about Israel's intentions for additional settlement growth as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's "post-war Gaza" initiative. Blinken stressed that any proposed strategy must uphold basic values, such as keeping Gaz…
(2024-02-25). Retired Israeli general reveals catastrophic state of army in Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An Israeli general who is now retired says that the Israeli army is in chaos and that the media doesn't show this: Israeli general Yitzhak Brik, who is now retired, said that getting the supplies and help with logistics that Israeli soldiers in the Gaza Strip need for the war is "a complete chaos."Brik told the Israeli newspaper Maariv that he has told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu many times that the army doesn't have enough troops or the right tools for war, and that soldiers haven't had training in five years.Brik said that they have gotten a lot of complaints from soldiers since October 7th. He…
(2024-02-25). Wildfire in Australia: 16,000 hectares of land reduced to ashes. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The uncontrolled forest fires that started on Thursday in Victoria, Australia, have destroyed 16,000 hectares of land and three residences. Numerous inhabitants in the western region of the state received evacuation warnings due to the wildfires, which have resulted in the deaths of farm animals.The blazes that forced over 2,000 residents to flee their communities on Thursday are being fought by at least a thousand firemen with the help of fifty firefighting helicopters. The fires have damaged at least three homes and burnt almost 16,000 hectares of vegetation.üö®ü&aa…
(2024-02-25). New Yorkers Are Speaking Out For Palestinian Liberation. popularresistance.org Never have I seen so many mass mobilizations in the United States in support of Palestinian sovereignty and liberation, as I have in the last five months. New York City, in particular, has seen actions and demonstrations almost daily since October. As someone who grew up in New York, I never could have imagined witnessing this massive outpouring of support for Palestinian liberation and demonstrations against the atrocities carried out by the State of Israel against Palestinians. Even though New York is home to many radical political movements and has historically been home to some of the country's leading thinke…
(2024-02-25). Sunday 2/25: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | Santa Rosa, CA…
(2024-02-25). Sunday 2/25: Monterey: Community Art Build for Palestine. indybay.org Windows on the Bay Park, Del Monte Beach, Monterey…
(2024-02-25). Friday 2/23: Palo Alto: Silent vigil for ceasefire in Gaza and Ukraine. indybay.org 855 El Camino, Palo Alto, CA | corner of Embarcadero and El Camino, on the public sidewalk just outside Town & Country Village, in front of the big lamppost "sign"
(2024-02-25). Saturday 2/24: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Jews Step Forward" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2024-02-25). Friday 2/23: Virtual Teach-In: How Palestine & the U.S. Immigration Industrial Complex are Connected. indybay.org
(2024-02-25). Saturday 2/24: Virtual event: In Water & Light: Poetry Vigils for Palestine. indybay.org
(2024-02-25). Wednesday 2/28: USCPR Phone Zap: Honoring Black-Palestinian solidarity. indybay.org
(2024-02-25). Sunday 2/25: Alameda: Ceasefire Now Banner Raising. indybay.org Twin Towers United Methodist Church | 1411 Oak St. | Alameda, CA…
(2024-02-25). Saturday 2/24: Stanford Rally for Palestine. indybay.org Meet at Bishop Auditorium | Stanford, CA…
(2024-02-25). Friday 3/1: Virtual Action Hour. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2024-02-25). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 141: Israel Attacks Civilian Shelter. popularresistance.org An Israeli airstrike just hit Rafah, killing seven people, showing that even Rafah, where the majority of displaced Palestinians are sheltering, is no longer safe. | The attack comes following a bloody night where Israeli forces attacked a building in Deir el-Balah, where more than 120 people were sheltering. At least 24 Palestinians were killed in the attacks, the majority of whom were women and children. | "You can see for yourself the bodies. All the dead were women and children. There is no peaceful place for us to go. We were all displaced, we've all lost our homes. Where do you want us to go?
(2024-02-25). Saharawi ambassador to Bolivia highlights independence struggle. plenglish.com La Paz, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) The ambassador of the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) to Bolivia, Ahmed Salem Mohamed Ahmed, highlighted the resistance of his people with their Liberation Army at the forefront against Moroccan occupation forces.
(2024-02-25). Russian Foreign Minister Tours Latin America. popularresistance.org Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov just concluded a three-country regional tour of Latin America this week. He kicked off his tour on Monday in the Cuban capital of Havana, and also visited Venezuela and Brazil, where he concluded his tour with participation in the G20 Ministers' Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, where he met with several other Latin American leaders. | During his time in Cuba, the Russian diplomat discussed various topics with President Miguel Diaz Canel and his Cuban counterpart, Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez, including the decades-long blockade on Cuba imposed by Washington and strategies to b…
(2024-02-25). A Copper's Skewed Logic: Politicising Palestinian Visas. dissidentvoice.org If only we could say that Peter Dutton, Australia's federal opposition leader and curator of bigoted leanings, was unusual in assuming that granting humanitarian visas to Palestinians might be problematic. But both he, and his skew-eyed spokesman on home affairs, James Patterson, have concluded that votes are in the offing. Refugees may be accepted from …
(2024-02-25). Assange's High Court Appeal. counterpunch.org Assange's attorneys had informed the court that he simply could not attend in person, though it would hardly have mattered. His absence from the courtroom was decorous in its own way; he could avoid being displayed like a caged specimen reviled for his publishing feats. The proceedings would be conducted in the manner of appropriate panto, with dress and procedure to boot. | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but can't read CP+ articles, check the status of your acce…
(2024-02-25). Fatal Flaws Undermine America's Defense Industrial Base. popularresistance.org The first-ever US Department of Defense National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS) confirms what many analysts have concluded in regard to the unsustainable nature of Washington's global-spanning foreign policy objectives and its defense industrial base's (DIB) inability to achieve them. | The report lays out a multitude of problems plaguing the US DIB including a lack of surge capacity, inadequate workforce, off-shore downstream suppliers, as well as insufficient "demand signals" to motivate private industry partners to produce what's needed, in the quantities needed, when it is needed.
(2024-02-25). Julian Assange's Grand Inquisitor. popularresistance.org London – The prosecution for the U.S., which is seeking to deny Julian Assange's appeal of an extradition order, begun by the Trump administration and embraced by the Biden administration, grounded its arguments on Wednesday in the dubious affidavits filed by a U.S. federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia, Gordon Kromberg. | The charges articulated by Kromberg — often false — to make the case for extradition did not fly with the two High Court judges, Jeremy Johnson and Dame Victoria Sharp, who are overseeing Julian's final appeal in the British courts.
(2024-02-25). Mea Culpa On Ukraine. popularresistance.org The genocide in Gaza — or more precisely the major NATO powers' active and practical support for the genocide in Gaza — has forced me to re-evaluate my views on Ukraine in a manner more sympathetic to the Russian narrative. | In particular, I was complacent in my dismissive attitude to the argument that the Western powers would back ethnic cleansing and massacre in the Donbass by forces including some motivated by Nazi ideology. | The same powers who are funding and arming Ukraine are funding and arming a genocide by racial supremacist Israeli forces in Gaza.
(2024-02-25). Switching To Biodegradable Plastics Could Slash CO2 Emissions. popularresistance.org Plastic pollution is one of the biggest global threats to the environment. Not only does it produce an enormous amount of waste, it breaks down to become the ubiquitous microplastics that contaminate drinking water, food and even the human body, while its production contributes to global heating. | A new study, "Replacing Traditional Plastics with Biodegradable Plastics: Impact on Carbon Emissions," has found that using biodegradable alternatives to replace traditional plastic products would lead to a substantial reduction in carbon dioxide emissions.
(2024-02-25). Friday 2/23: Pelosi Full Moon Ceremony. indybay.org Nancy Pelosi's House, 2640 Broadway, SF (nr. Divisadero)…
(2024-02-25). Saturday 2/24: Donald Trump v The Declaration of Independence, the walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2024-02-25). Stop the war in Ukraine! 2/24 Shinjuku anti-war demonstration Against Genocide In Gaza. indybay.org As part of a global day of action on the 2nd year anniversary of the Ukraine war actions are taking place in Japan and throughout the world.
(2024-02-25). Speedier Customs clearances to propel consumption, trade. ecns.cn With China creating more favorable conditions to boost both domestic consumption and foreign trade, the country's Customs authorities have implemented a number of innovative measures to expedite Customs clearances for foreign goods.
(2024-02-25). Xinjiang set to boost air trip business. ecns.cn The Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region is speeding up the development of its air travel market by building more civil airports and raising connectivity, fueled by increased travel demand to and from the region.
(2024-02-25). Bustling Lantern Festival witnesses China's economic vitality and creativity. ecns.cn For Chinese people, eating yuanxiao or tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), enjoying lantern displays, and making nocturnal visits are traditional activities during the festival.
(2024-02-25). U.S. man's videos foster understanding. ecns.cn Donning a worn-out military coat and peddling a dilapidated bicycle, Ryan Norman seeks to recapture the quintessential elements of traditional rural lifestyles in North China through videos documenting his experiences.
(2024-02-25). Australia's 'expansion plan' for AUKUS raises concern. ecns.cn Australia's eagerness to include Japan in the AUKUS security collaboration is expected to ignite further tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, according to experts.
(2024-02-25). Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei reap fruits of deeper cooperation. ecns.cn The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei integrated development region has deepened cooperation in many fields including transportation, ecology and industry over the past 10 years.
(2024-02-25). Charting global diplomacy: win-win cooperation vs. jungle law vision. ecns.cn Recently, remarks made by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on international affairs have drawn widespread attention, showing contrasting visions for international engagement between the two countries.
(2024-02-25). Philippines, China cooperate to crack down on illegal offshore gambling. ecns.cn China cooperated with the Philippines to deal with illegal offshore gambling, repatriating more than 40 Chinese nationals following a similar operation in December 2023, according to the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines on Thursday.
(2024-02-25). Philippines urged to respect China's sovereignty. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard urged the Philippines on Friday to stop infringing on China's sovereignty, saying it will continue to carry out necessary measures in waters under China's jurisdiction.
(2024-02-25). New UK sanctions targeting Chinese companies over Ukraine crisis are unilateralismÔºöembassy. ecns.cn New UK sanctions targeting Chinese companies over Ukraine crisis are unilateralism that has no basis in international law, and China is firmly opposed to it.
(2024-02-25). Xi stresses promoting equipment renewal, trade-in of consumer goods, lowering logistics costs. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, chairman of the Central Military Commission and director of the Central Commission for Financial and Economic Affairs (CCFEA), presided over the fourth meeting of the CCFEA on the afternoon of Feb. 23.
(2024-02-25). Xi replies to letter from Iowa's Muscatine High School students. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday, also the Chinese Lantern Festival of the Year of the Dragon, replied to a letter from students of the U.S. Iowa state's Muscatine High School who visited China in late January and sent them New Year cards in return.
(2024-02-25). In Numbers: China's Xizang receives over 2 million tourists during Spring Festival holiday. ecns.cn
(2024-02-25). 'Wearing garden on the head' in Fujian attracts visitors. ecns.cn The floral headdress,a traditional symbol of Xunpu women, is called Zanhuawei in Quanzhou, a port city known as one of the starting points of the ancient maritime silk road.
(2024-02-25). Gunlong dance staged to greet Lantern Festival. ecns.cn A total of 48 hand-made dragons participated in the Gunlong Festival on Thursday. The folk festival, which has a history of more than 600 years, is a local tradition to wish for good fortunes in the new year.
(2024-02-25). Rescue work underway after ship-bridge accident in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Five people were killed in the accident and the bridge on Thursday morning in Guangzhou.
(2024-02-25). Madrid Zoo hosts farewell party for giant panda family. ecns.cn Panda couple Bing Xing and Hua Zui Ba, accompanied by their three Madrid-born cubs Chulina, You You and Jiu Jiu, will fly back to Chengdu, Sichuan Province on Feb 29. A younger panda couple will move to the zoo in the coming months.
(2024-02-25). Spectacular scenery of terraced fields at twilight in Yunnan. ecns.cn Spectacular aerial view of terraced fields at twilight in Yuanyang County of Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Feb. 19, 2024.
(2024-02-25). Cradle of civilization: Light show on Xi'an city wall. ecns.cn
(2024-02-25). Mountain fires put out in S China's Guangxi. ecns.cn Mountain fires were put out on Thursday afternoon after three days and two nights of all-out rescue in Hechi City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
(2024-02-25). Folk artist in N China's Hebei carves Chinese dragon on eggshells. ecns.cn The series contains 10 sets of egg carvings. Among them, "Year of the Loong (Dragon) 2024" adopted the intaglio carving technique, using four eggshells to combine the image of the traditional Chinese dragon with the number 2024."ÄÄ…
(2024-02-25). Molly Show: Keeping up with the carbohydrates superstar — shaobing. ecns.cn Have you ever tried shaobing, one of the Chinese-style breads? Had you ever imagined that it would become popular outside China and loved by foodies around the world? "ÄÄRecently, CNN released the "50 of the world's best breads" and Chinese shaobing was on the list. Today,Molly will show you how come the Chinese carbohydrates food has become a superstar.
(2024-02-25). Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo 2024 attracts diverse tourism products and folk culture. ecns.cn Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo 2024 is being held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, and it will end on Sunday."ÄÄ…
(2024-02-25). Starbucks releases pork-flavored latte in China for Chinese New Year. ecns.cn Starbucks released a pork-flavored latte in China to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year. On Thursday, staff member at Starbucks in Shanghai showed making process of the pork-flavored latte. "ÄÄ"ÄÄ…
(2024-02-25). Interesting Chinese Festival | Lanterns as headwear during the Lantern Festival. ecns.cn Don't just immerse yourselves in Yuanxiao eating. Get dressed up, join the crowd and enjoy the events. And perhaps you will also meet "the one" of yours.
(2024-02-25). Thursday 2/29: "Let Gaza Live" – RACCOON event at Ferry Building Plaza. indybay.org Ferry Building Plaza – between the two monuments…
(2024-02-25). ƒ∞≈ügalci ƒ∞srail'in suàßlarƒ± yargƒ±da: Sà∂z sƒ±rasƒ± Türkiye'ye geliyor. img.piri.net Uluslararasƒ± Adalet Divanƒ±nƒ±n, Gàºney Afrika Cumhuriyeti'nin aàßtƒ±ƒüƒ± davada Gazze'deki Filistinlilere yà∂nelik soykƒ±rƒ±mƒ±n engellenmesi iàßin gerekli tedbirleri almasƒ±na ve bununla ilgili raporunu Divan'a sunmasƒ±na ili≈ükin ƒ∞srail'e verdiƒüi bir aylƒ±k sàºre yarƒ±n doluyor. | ƒ∞srail'in, Divan'ƒ±n 26 Ocak'ta hàºkmettiƒüi tedbirlere uyduƒüunu gà&p…
(2024-02-25). We should all embrace the Taylor Swift fever. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-02-25). Belarusian president votes in parliamentary elections. plenglish.com Minsk, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) Belarusian President Aleksander Lukashenko voted in the elections of candidates for Parliament and local councils in Minsk on the single day of voting, the president's office informed on Sunday.
(2024-02-25). Cuban parliamentary leader attends Hage Geingob's funeral in Namibia. plenglish.com Windhoek, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) The president of the National People's Power Assembly (Parliament) of Cuba, Esteban Lazo, participated in the burial ceremony of former Namibian President Hage G. Geingob, in the Acre of Heroes on Sunday.
(2024-02-25). Russia shoots down six Ukrainian drones over Belgorod and Black Sea. plenglish.com Moscow, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) The anti-aircraft defense on Sunday shot down two Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles over the province of Belgorod and four more such devices in the Black Sea, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported.
(2024-02-25). Government Gag Rules Keep Vital Information From The Public. popularresistance.org Reporting on the government institution charged with saving us from the Covid pandemic was restricted enough to leave real holes in what we knew. | The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention—like many other organizations these days, public and private—prohibits its employees from speaking freely to reporters. At many entities, the rules mean staff members cannot have any unauthorized contact with reporters, with media inquiries often redirected to a public information office (PIO). | The forced notification of the higher-ups is quite enough to silence many employees about anything that would displ…
(2024-02-25). Biden & Pelosi Protested in San Francisco's Pacific Heights for Supporting Gaza Genocide. indybay.org Hundreds rallies in San Francisco's Pacific Heights to protest Biden and Nancy Pelosi for their support for Israel's genocide in Gaza. Biden was in town to get contribution from the billionaires. There are over 80 in Pacific Heights and the Bay Area.
(2024-02-25). When Titans Clashed is Still RElevant. sonar21.com 
David Glantz and Jonathan House did mankind a service when they delved into Soviet Army archives and produced a must read about World War Two —
(2024-02-25). Effie's House tenants threatened with displacement by EBALDC. indybay.org Effie's House – 21 Unit Residential Building In Oakland:…
(2024-02-25). Phony Fani Willis, Misguided Support, And The Atlanta Plantation. popularresistance.org It is interesting that the scoundrels who happen to be Black know how to deflect from their misdeeds and get undeserved support from their people. The less any solidarity is deserved, the more blatant the effort to use Black trauma as a get out of jail free card. | Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas delivered quite a performance during his 1991 confirmation hearings. He defended himself against charges of sexual harassment by referring to his experience as a "hight tech lynching," and in doing so he immediately won the support of many Black people who should have known better than to give him any credence for…
(2024-02-25). Palestine Solidarity Wins At UC Davis. popularresistance.org University campuses have become a major battlefield for the Palestine solidarity movement in the U.S. Students and faculty who support Palestinian liberation have been subjected to doxxing, university discipline, arrest, firings and more. School administrators, even if they are not anti-Zionist, have been removed simply for not being strong enough in backing Israel. | But solidarity groups such as Students for Justice in Palestine have persevered and have scored some victories. "From McDonald's to Sabra to Chevron, none of our student fees that fund ASUCD (Associated Students, University of California, Davis) ope…
(2024-02-25). Gaza, MSF speaks to the UN Security Council: "An immediate and lasting ceasefire is needed" pressenza.com The speech of the MSF secretary-general to the UN Security Council has just finished.: | Christopher Lockyear, secretary general of Doctors Without Borders [ MeÃÅdecins sans FrontieÃÄres] (MSF), in a speech to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), urged member states to call for an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza and the unequivocal protection of medical facilities, staff, and patients."Meeting after meeting, resolution after resolution, this body has failed to effectively address this conflict. We have seen members of this Council deliberate and dilly-dally while ci…
(2024-02-25). 'If That's Not Genocide, I Don't Know What Genocide Is': Brazilian President Says On Gaza. indybay.org "It is a genocide. Thousands of children are dead and thousands are missing. Soldiers are not dying. Women and children are dying at the hospital," he said at an event in Rio de Janeiro, adding: "If that's not genocide, I don't know what genocide is."
(2024-02-25). Directive of professionalisation of public service issued. sanews.gov.za Directive of professionalisation of public service issued | The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has released Volume 1 of the Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation. | This is a fulfilment of President Cyril Ramaphosa's long standing commitment to bolster the public service in response to the State Capture Report. | DPSA Director-General, Yoliswa Makhasi, said: "We are confident that this directive will play a crucial role in shaping a professional and efficient public service that meets the needs and expectations of South Africans."
(2024-02-25). Election Day officially gazetted. sanews.gov.za Election Day officially gazetted | President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially proclaimed and gazetted the 29th of May as Election Day in South Africa. | "This follows consultation by the President with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC). The proclamation on the election date has been published in the Government Gazette of Friday, 23 February 2024," the Presidency said in a statement. | The President has also proclaimed the day of the election, 29 May 2024, as a public holiday throughout the Republic. | Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission (IEC) is expected to hold a media briefing on Monday on the state of r…
(2024-02-25). Load shedding downgraded to Stage 2 and 3. sanews.gov.za Load shedding downgraded to Stage 2 and 3 | Eskom has reduced load shedding to Stage 2 during the afternoon with Stage 3 to follow during the evening. | This after the power utility implemented Stage 4 load shedding last Thursday following challenges at power stations. | "Load shedding will be reduced to Stage 2 from 5am on Sunday until 4pm. Thereafter, Stage 3 load shedding will be implemented from 4pm until 5am on Monday. This is as a result of the anticipated recovery of emergency reserves overnight and the two generating units expected to return to service by Sunday. | "Eskom will provide an update of the out…
(2024-02-25). Presidential Working Group to accelerate resolution of issues impacting eThekwini. sanews.gov.za Presidential Working Group to accelerate resolution of issues impacting eThekwini | President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry NPC for an engagement on the area's pressing challenges. | The President, together with Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan, Minister of Police Bheki Cele, Minister of Water and Sanitation Senzo Mchunu, Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Minister Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala, met with the groups on Friday. | "The last Presidential engagement took place in May 2022. [Friday's]…
(2024-02-25). The Palestinian woman running for Jerusalem's city council. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). Amazon repays workers in Saudi Arabia over unlawful fees. newarab.com 
Online retailer Amazon said Friday it had paid $1.9 million to more than 700 contracted workers in In October, Amnesty International accused Amazon of a range of abuses against workers in the oil-rich Gulf kingdom, prompting the US-based multinational to launch an investigation. | "We found instances where contracted workers were requi…
(2024-02-25). Arab proposal for Gaza could see Hamas-PLO integration. newarab.com 
Arab states are formulating a plan for The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation (Kan) said the US was holding talks with Arab states, which it did not name, regarding the day after the war, in parallel with Washington informed Israe…
(2024-02-25). Bassem Youssef tells Arab-Americans: Abandon Biden over Gaza. newarab.com 
"The Democrats are blackmailing us. It's like if you don't vote for Biden, Trump will come. So what has Biden done for us? I coined a new name for Biden: Joe Geriatric Genocide Biden. The guy is not even good enough to be a genocide guy. He…
(2024-02-25). Cyprus orders detention of 2 Lebanese for smuggling refugees. newarab.com 
A court in Police said the suspects are Lebanese nationals aged 19 and 21. | According to police, the refugees said during questioning that they departed from the…
(2024-02-25). Gaza war: 2-month-old Palestinian baby dies of malnutrition. newarab.com 
Mahmoud Fattouh was rushed to the ICU but did not survive. Healthcare officials in Gaza said that signs of weakness and paleness were apparent in newborns because their mothers were malnourished and unable to produce enough milk to feed them, warning that the absence of proper aid would lead to more deaths in Gaz…
(2024-02-25). Iraq captures 2 wanted IS members abroad, brings them home. newarab.com 
Iraq's authorities have captured two members of the A statement by the Iraqi National Intelligence Service didn't say where the two men were captured and released a video showing them blindfolded and handcuffed while aboard a small plane. The two men later appeared in a video in yellow uniforms spe…
(2024-02-25). Israel strikes shelter in Gaza's Deir el Balah killing 24. newarab.com 
Overnight Alongside strikes on Deir el-Balah, Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that Israel carried out The strikes come after…
(2024-02-25). Israeli settlers steal goats, attack soldiers in West Bank. newarab.com 
The incident occurred as
(2024-02-25). 'Mass chaos among Israeli army in Gaza', says former general. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). MSF: Children in Gaza as young as five say they want to die. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). Nova festival-goer wrongly killed by Israeli forces on 7 Oct. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). QatarEnergy set to further expand LNG output at North Field. newarab.com 
QatarEnergy chief Saad al-Kaabi announced on Sunday a new expansion of its liquefied With this added boost, the overall expansion of the North Field from 77 mtpa currently to 142 mtpa by 2030 represents an increase of 85% in production, Kaabi said at a press conference in Doha. | Qatar is among the world's top exporters of LNG, competition for which has ramped up sin…
(2024-02-25). Ras al-Hekma: Egypt signs huge $35 billion deal with UAE. newarab.com 
Egypt and the United Arab Emirates have struck a landmark investment partnership to develop the Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly heralded the project as "one of the biggest deals of its kind." | Addressing the…
(2024-02-25). Syria protests Lebanon watchtowers over 'national security'. newarab.com 
The Syria's foreign ministry submitted the "urgent" memorandum to its Lebanese counterpart earlier this week. The memo is expected to be directed to Lebanon's Ministry of Defence and then to the Lebanese army. An appropriate response will then be sent back to Syria, sources say. | A Syrian military and security delegation is reportedly scheduled to…
(2024-02-25). Syrian Baath Party official 'kidnapped by Israel' at border. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). Tunisia court sentences ex-president Marzouki to 8 years. newarab.com 
A This is the second prison sentence against Marzouki, who resides in
(2024-02-25). Tunisian opposition figure sentenced to six months: lawyer. newarab.com 
A Tunisian court has slapped a six-month prison term on opposition figure Jawhar Ben Mbarek, detained since February 2023, over remarks criticising the Ben Mbarek, co-founder of the National Salvation Front opposition alliance who is on hunger strike to protest his detention, was tried over his rebuke of legislative elections in 2022 which he had called a "ridiculous coup d'etat". | Held over "conspiracy against state security", Ben Mbarek remains behind bars…
(2024-02-25). UK banks accused of funding Israel's war on Gaza. newarab.com 
Pro- On 15 February, protestors stormed the Manchester offices of Bank of New Yo…
(2024-02-25). UK Islamophobia: Anti-Muslim bigotry 'soars due to Gaza War'. newarab.com 
Anti-Muslim hate incidents in the UK more than tripled following the outbreak of the Tell MAMA That was the largest recorded number of cases in a four-month period, said a statement from the organisation, which was set up to monitor and rep…
(2024-02-25). UK Tories suspend MP from party over 'Islamophobic' comments. newarab.com 
Pressure had been growing on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's
(2024-02-25). Ukraine tripled weapons production last year: minister. newarab.com 
Kyiv is searching for ways to strengthen its defences against Oleksandr Kamyshin said during a televised conference in Kyiv that 100 state and 400 private…
(2024-02-25). X platform disrupted in Pakistan for week after election. newarab.com 
Nationwide disruption to social media platform X passed the one-week mark in The platform, formerly known as Twitter, was downed last Saturday after a
(2024-02-25). Zelensky vows triumph over Russia on second war anniversary. newarab.com 
"We will win," he said at a ceremony at Kyiv's Gostomel airport, which was targeted by
(2024-02-25). Belarusian president denies Armenia's withdrawal from CSTO. plenglish.com Minsk, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko affirmed on Sunday that his Government has not received any statement on Armenia's withdrawal from the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO).
(2024-02-25). CARICOM Conference of Heads of Gov't. opens in Guyana. plenglish.com Georgetown, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) Leaders of all 20 countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will start the 46th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government here on Sunday, until next Wednesday.
(2024-02-25). Cuba guarantees over 500 cochlear implants. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) Humanity celebrates on Sunday the International Cochlear Implant Day, a surgical technique that Cuba has used to benefit over 500 deaf and deaf-blind people, especially children.
(2024-02-25). Namibia bids its last farewell to President Hage Geingob. plenglish.com Windhoek, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) Namibia gave on Sunday a State funeral to its recently deceased third President Hage G. Geingob at the Heroes' Acre on the outskirts of this capital.
(2024-02-25). Palestine criticizes lack of international protection for Gaza. plenglish.com Ramallah, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) Palestine's Foreign Ministry on Sunday criticized the international community's failure to provide protection to the population of the Gaza Strip, who has been suffering for 142 days due to Israel's attacks.
(2024-02-25). We will continue to support Cuba, Argentine activists say. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Feb 25 (Prensa Latina) The leader of Argentina's MasCuba Solidarity Movement, Alberto Mas, assured on Sunday that they will continue to support that irreverent and blessed nation, because it is the first trench against imperialism nowadays.
(2024-02-25). The flames of suspicion. pressenza.com The helplessness of a people in the face of the unbridled and immoral appetite of the economic and political elite. | When the powerful feel that the people are surplus to requirements, it is the people who are utterly helpless and therefore die. | It seems unbelievable that a state like the Chilean one, which spends billions of dollars on "toys" for the Armed Forces and the Public Order and Security Department, or which wants to have luxury cars for the judges of the Supreme Court, does not improve the situation in terms of infrastructure, equipment, training, prevention, information campaigns and planning with…
(2024-02-25). Fire at Spain retirement home kills two women. presstv.ir A fire that broke out in a Madrid nursing home early Sunday killed two women and injured at least 10 other people.
(2024-02-25). Destruction, Gazans bury loved ones in Nuseirat refugee camp. presstv.ir Gazans in the refugee camp of Nuseirat inspect the damage and bury their dead after a strike.
(2024-02-25). Indian farmers, police exchange tear gas and firecrackers. presstv.ir Angry Indian farmers fire firecracker sky shots at the police after being tear gassed at the Shambhu border in Punjab.
(2024-02-25). Protesters rally in San Francisco during Biden's visit. presstv.ir Protesters gathered around to demand ceasefire during President Joe Biden's visit in San Francisco.
(2024-02-25). Discontented Greek beekeepers stack hives in front of parliament. presstv.ir Greek beekeepers stacked empty beehives in front of the country's parliament.
(2024-02-25). 4 dead as fire ravages residential block in Spain's Valencia. presstv.ir At least four people have died in a huge fire that gutted a multi-storey apartment block in Spain's eastern port city of Valencia.
(2024-02-25). Jordanians take to the streets in support of Gazans. presstv.ir Crowds in Jordan took to the streets of Amman protesting in support of Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-02-25). Conditions worsen for displaced Palestinians in Rafah neighborhood. presstv.ir Israel prepares for its ground invasion of Rafah.
(2024-02-25). US, UK jets strike targets in Yemen after fresh pro-Palestine operation in Red Sea. presstv.ir American and British forces carried out a series of airstrikes against positions across Yemen after the Arab country's military staged strikes against a US oil tanker and warships in support of the Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-02-25). Two women rights lawyers killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli military kills two young women human rights lawyers in its recent air raids on the Gaza Strip, drawing a wave of condemnations.
(2024-02-25). Israeli genocide: Seven Palestinian infants die from malnutrition in Gaza. presstv.ir Seven Palestinian infants have died of malnutrition and starvation in the war-torn Gaza Strip in the past 24 hours as the Israeli war has taken a heavy toll on Palestinian civilians.
(2024-02-25). Palestine supporters march in Nuremberg to demand ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators rallied in Nuremberg to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an end to arms supplies to Israel.
(2024-02-25). Top official: Broad consensus in Iraq on withdrawal of US-led forces. presstv.ir A top Iraqi security official says there is a broad consensus among all political currents in the country on the need to end the presence of the US-led foreign military forces.
(2024-02-25). Pak-Iran gas pipeline recommences. presstv.ir In a significant step towards enhancing energy cooperation between Pakistan and Iran, Islamabad has given the green light for advancing much-delayed work on gas pipelines within its territory.
(2024-02-25). Three killed in Israeli drone strike in Syria near Lebanon border. presstv.ir At least three people were killed when an Israeli drone carried out a strike near the western Syrian city of al-Qusayr, close to the border with Lebanon.
(2024-02-25). US, UK sacrifice international security for Israel's interests: Iran. presstv.ir Iran strongly condemns fresh "arbitrary" strikes by the US and Britain on Yemen, saying the pair sacrifice international security for Israel's interests.
(2024-02-25). Poll: Two-thirds of Israeli settlers oppose humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir A recent opinion poll shows that the majority of Israeli settlers oppose the transfer of humanitarian aid to Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip, where the occupying regime has been waging a genocidal war since October last year.
(2024-02-25). Israeli cabinet to approve 'operational plans' on Rafah next week: Netanyahu. presstv.ir Netanyahu has announced that Israeli war cabinet is set to approve "operational plans" for the ground invasion of Rafah next week, despite widespread global condemnation.
(2024-02-25). Ukraine says 'losing territory', blames West's delayed weapons delivery. presstv.ir Ukraine complains about West's late delivery of weapons and munitions to Kiev forces.
(2024-02-25). Iraqi Resistance not done yet with US over deadly airstrikes: Nujaba. presstv.ir Senior Iraqi cleric says a harsh revenge awaits US for its attacks on resistance positions in the country.
(2024-02-25). South Korean doctors march to protest medical school quotas. presstv.ir Hundreds of senior doctors held a rally near the presidential office in Seoul on Sunday to support young doctors and protest against a government plan to increase medical school admissions.
(2024-02-25). Lebanon's Hezbollah hits more Israeli military sites in support of Gaza. presstv.ir Hezbollah hits several Israeli military sites as part of its support campaign for Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-02-25). Continued war on Gaza to place region at 'explosion risk': Jordan FM. presstv.ir Jordan's FM warns continued Israeli war on Gaza will place the entire region at the risk of an explosion.
(2024-02-25). Islamophobic incidents in UK leave Muslims in fear: Report. presstv.ir A new report has revealed that the number of Islamophobic incidents has risen sharply in the UK following Israel's brutal war on the Gaza Strip, leaving Muslims in fear.
(2024-02-25). Ansarullah slams US, UK strikes on Yemen as breach of sovereignty. presstv.ir Yemen's Ansarullah condemns continued US, British airstrikes as a breach of national sovereignty.
(2024-02-25). Academic From Gaza: We Started At Islamic University In Tents, We May Have To Start Again. indybay.org "We have the will and faith in our ability to resume the educational process immediately after the war ends, and we have done so before," he said. "I was at the Islamic University (at its founding in 1978), and we started there from tents, and we can return from tents again."
(2024-02-25). Zionism Vs Nazism, Israel's Connection To Extremist Ideology & ADL's History of Faking Nazi Marches. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (2/24/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-02-25). Thursday 2/29: "Shrine Keeper" Documentary Trailer Screening. indybay.org Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, 705 Front Street, Santa Cruz…
(2024-02-25). Nervous wait for Assange to forestall U.S. extradition. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-02-25). The Storm in Gaza, Ericka Huggins, and the Right to Remain Ridiculous. counterpunch.org
(2024-02-25). Agricultores franceses irrumpen en la feria agrícola de París. telesurtv.net Los agricultores han estado protestando en toda Europa, pidiendo mejores ingresos y menos burocracia y denunciando la competencia desleal de productos importados baratos.
(2024-02-25). Brote de cólera deja 700 muertos en Zambia. telesurtv.net El cólera se transmite por la ingestión de alimentos y/o agua contaminados. El mayor número de casos registrados se produce en la ciudad capital, Lusaka.
(2024-02-25). Venezuela y Türkiye fortalecen relaciones bilaterales. telesurtv.net Esa es la conclusión principal de la reunión que sostuvieron los cancilleres de ambas naciones este sábado.
(2024-02-25). Fallece la leyenda de la música cubana Juana Bacallao. telesurtv.net La noticia fue confirmada por el Instituto Cubano de la Música la mañana del sábado.
(2024-02-25). Avanzan negociaciones para posible tregua en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En la negociación participaron el director del Mosad, David Barnea; el jefe del servicio de la inteligencia interior (Shin Bet), Ronen Bar, y representantes del Ejército.
(2024-02-25). Médicos ingleses comienzan jornada de 5 días de huelga. telesurtv.net Se tarta de miles de médicos residentes quienes están llamados a parar desde las 07.00 UTC del sábado hasta las 23.59 UTC del próximo miércoles.
(2024-02-25). Movimientos populares defienden la unión de América Latina. telesurtv.net Este es uno de los resultados de un evento que comenzó el jueves y finaliza este sábado y cuenta con la participación de 4.000 personas de más de 20 países de la región.
(2024-02-25). Madres de Plaza de Mayo lamenta levantamiento de su programa de TV. telesurtv.net Mediante un comunicado, la entidad subrayó este viernes que esta fue una decisión injusta e intempestiva.
(2024-02-25). Estados de àÅfrica Occidental levantan sanciones contra Níger. telesurtv.net Tras una cumbre extraordinaria de la entidad, los líderes abogaron por levantar estas medidas que, a largo plazo, afectarían más al pueblo de Níger.
(2024-02-25). Continúan manifestaciones en apoyo a Palestina. telesurtv.net En Yemen, una vez más, miles de personas salieron a las calles para exigir el fin de los ataques contra Palestina por parte de Israel.
(2024-02-25). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Suman ya 140 días de ataques constantes de las fuerzas de Israel contra el pueblo palestino en Gaza y Cisjordania.
(2024-02-25). Más de 86.000 afectados por lluvias invernales en Ecuador. telesurtv.net Inundaciones, colapsos estructurales, vendavales y otros eventos peligrosos tuvieron lugar en 23 provincias y 131 cantones ecuatorianos.
(2024-02-25). Banda armada secuestra a seis religiosos en Haití. telesurtv.net El grupo, perteneciente a la congregación Hermanos del Sagrado Corazón, se dirigía al colegio Juan XXIII cuando fue secuestrado.
(2024-02-25). Señalan falta de integridad en recientes elecciones en El Salvador. telesurtv.net Organizaciones de la sociedad civil denunciaron que numerosas irregularidades empañaron las elecciones legislativas y ponen en duda sus resultados.
(2024-02-25). Inicia en Venezuela el Preolímpico Panamericano de Pesas. telesurtv.net Asisten 180 competidores de 21 naciones. Se discutieron medallas en 55 kg (masculino) y las divisiones 45 y 49 kg (femenino).
(2024-02-25). Mueren 15 personas por incendio en edificio residencial en China. telesurtv.net Las autoridades indicaron que el siniestro causó además 44 personas heridas, que ameritaron ser trasladadas a hospitales cercanos.
(2024-02-25). Sismo de magnitud 5.6 sacude a Nicaragua. telesurtv.net La dependencia señaló que se trató de un evento relacionado con los procesos tectónicos del choque entre las placas Cocos y Caribe.
(2024-02-25). Presidente de Türkiye, Recep Erdogan, realizará visita a Venezuela este año. telesurtv.net Fidan dijo que ambas naciones tienen unas relaciones que mejoran "cada vez más en el comercio, minería, energía y agricultura, y turismo".
(2024-02-25). Ataques israelíes contra Gaza dejan decenas de muertos y heridos. telesurtv.net En Rafah, al sur de Gaza, aviones de combate israelíes bombardearon dos casas, resultando en la muerte de cinco civiles y heridas a otros…
(2024-02-25). Agencia de ONU para refugiados de Palestina está al borde del colapso. telesurtv.net La suspensión de la ayuda de 16 países donantes significa que sin nuevos fondos, las operaciones de la Unrwa en toda la región de Oriente Medio se verán gravemente comprometidas.
(2024-02-25). Denuncian a Alemania por contribuir al genocidio en Palestina. telesurtv.net La organización de abogados y activistas propalestinos, Law for Palestine, destacó la responsabilidad de Alemania y otros países en prevenir el genocidio.
(2024-02-25). Miles de manifestantes israelíes piden dimisión de Netanyahu. telesurtv.net En la ceremonia estuvo presente el exministro de Defensa, Moshe Yaalon, quien ha responsabilizado a Netanyahu por el ataque del 7 de octubre.
(2024-02-25). Al menos 4.383 peruanos están damnificados por intensas lluvias. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento también se han entregado cerca de 283 toneladas de bienes en ayuda humanitaria que están beneficiando a cerca de 18.000 personas afectadas.
(2024-02-25). Israel bloquea más de 18.000 toneladas de alimentos para Gaza. telesurtv.net Desde inicios de este mes de febrero la Organización de Naciones Unidas (ONU) ha denunciado el bloqueo de la ayuda humanitaria en el puerto mentado.
(2024-02-25). Recibe Premio Nacional de Periodismo cubano Arleen Rodríguez. telesurtv.net El jurado formado por 16 periodistas, analizó 31 candidatos propuestos por las 31 delegaciones de base de la Unión de Periodistas de Cuba (UPEC).
(2024-02-25). DIED SUDDENLY: Fauci Lied & Hundreds of Thousands of Children Died due to COVID Vaccination according to Secret CDC Report. expose-news.com Time and time again throughout 2021, Dr. Anthony Fauci, stood at the podium, the bright lights of the cameras blinding him as he faced the nation. With a steady hand, he held …
(2024-02-25). Friday 3/1: Mass meeting announcing: THE REVCOM CORPS For The Emancipation Of Humanity. indybay.org Revolution Books (2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704)…
(2024-02-25). Indian Pickleball players win six medals in an international competition. tvbrics.com 
The sport combines elements of badminton and tennis…
(2024-02-25). Iran's production of mining and road construction equipment increases by 100 per cent this year. tvbrics.com 
The companies are considering exporting the equipment to other countries…
(2024-02-25). Travis Base Major Transport Base For Weapons To Israel & Ukraine. indybay.org Travis AFB is the largest military transport base of weapons to Israel and Ukraine. There will be an international day of action on the 2nd anniversary of the war in Ukraine at this base on 2/24/24…
(2024-02-24). US veto on ceasefire: US -Europe and Israel doing to Palestinians what Nazis did to Jews. muslimmirror.com 
By Latheef Farook A ten year old boy who lost his hand to Israeli bombing cried asking his mother" I do not have a hand now and how would I play ? What could the the starving mother who lost her husband and the three children to Israel bombing could say.?Wiping her tears she could …
(2024-02-24). Agricultores franceses irrumpen en la feria agrícola de París. telesurtv.net Los agricultores han estado protestando en toda Europa, pidiendo mejores ingresos y menos burocracia y denunciando la competencia desleal de productos importados baratos.
(2024-02-24). Brote de cólera deja 700 muertos en Zambia. telesurtv.net El cólera se transmite por la ingestión de alimentos y/o agua contaminados. El mayor número de casos registrados se produce en la ciudad capital, Lusaka.
(2024-02-24). Brote de cólera deja, por ahora, 700 muertos en Zambia. telesurtv.net El cólera se transmite por la ingestión de alimentos y/o agua contaminados. El mayor número de casos registrados se produce en la ciudad capital, Lusaka.
(2024-02-24). Venezuela y Türkiye fortalecen relaciones bilaterales. telesurtv.net Esa es la conclusión principal de la reunión que sostuvieron los cancilleres de ambas naciones este sábado.
(2024-02-24). Fallece la leyenda de la música cubana Juana Bacallao. telesurtv.net La noticia fue confirmada por el Instituto Cubano de la Música la mañana del sábado.
(2024-02-24). Avanzan negociaciones para posible tregua en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En la negociación participaron el director del Mosad, David Barnea; el jefe del servicio de la inteligencia interior (Shin Bet), Ronen Bar, y representantes del Ejército.
(2024-02-24). Médicos ingleses comienzan jornada de 5 días de huelga. telesurtv.net Se tarta de miles de médicos residentes quienes están llamados a parar desde las 07.00 UTC del sábado hasta las 23.59 UTC del próximo miércoles.
(2024-02-24). Movimientos populares defienden la unión de América Latina. telesurtv.net Este es uno de los resultados de un evento que comenzó el jueves y finaliza este sábado y cuenta con la participación de 4.000 personas de más de 20 países de la región.
(2024-02-24). Madres de Plaza de Mayo lamenta levantamiento de su programa de TV. telesurtv.net Mediante un comunicado, la entidad subrayó este viernes que esta fue una decisión injusta e intempestiva.
(2024-02-24). Estados de àÅfrica Occidental levantan sanciones contra Níger. telesurtv.net Tras una cumbre extraordinaria de la entidad, los líderes abogaron por levantar estas medidas que, a largo plazo, afectarían más al pueblo de Níger.
(2024-02-24). Continúan manifestaciones en apoyo a Palestina. telesurtv.net En Yemen, una vez más, miles de personas salieron a las calles para exigir el fin de los ataques contra Palestina por parte de Israel.
(2024-02-24). Banda armada secuestra a seis religiosos en Haití. telesurtv.net El grupo, perteneciente a la congregación Hermanos del Sagrado Corazón, se dirigía al colegio Juan XXIII cuando fue secuestrado.
(2024-02-24). Inicia en Venezuela el Preolímpico Panamericano de Pesas. telesurtv.net Asisten 180 competidores de 21 naciones. Se discutieron medallas en 55 kg (masculino) y las divisiones 45 y 49 kg (femenino).
(2024-02-24). Mueren 15 personas por incendio en edificio residencial en China. telesurtv.net Las autoridades indicaron que el siniestro causó además 44 personas heridas, que ameritaron ser trasladadas a hospitales cercanos.
(2024-02-24). Ataques israelíes contra Gaza dejan decenas de muertos y heridos. telesurtv.net En Rafah, al sur de Gaza, aviones de combate israelíes bombardearon dos casas, resultando en la muerte de cinco civiles y heridas a otros…
(2024-02-24). Agencia de ONU para refugiados de Palestina está al borde del colapso. telesurtv.net La suspensión de la ayuda de 16 países donantes significa que sin nuevos fondos, las operaciones de la Unrwa en toda la región de Oriente Medio se verán gravemente comprometidas.
(2024-02-24). Denuncian a Alemania por contribuir al genocidio en Palestina. telesurtv.net La organización de abogados y activistas propalestinos, Law for Palestine, destacó la responsabilidad de Alemania y otros países en prevenir el genocidio.
(2024-02-24). Al menos 4.383 peruanos están damnificados por intensas lluvias. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento también se han entregado cerca de 283 toneladas de bienes en ayuda humanitaria que están beneficiando a cerca de 18.000 personas afectadas.
(2024-02-24). Israel bloquea más de 18.000 toneladas de alimentos para Gaza. telesurtv.net Desde inicios de este mes de febrero la Organización de Naciones Unidas (ONU) ha denunciado el bloqueo de la ayuda humanitaria en el puerto mentado.
(2024-02-24). Recibe Premio Nacional de Periodismo cubano Arleen Rodríguez. telesurtv.net El jurado formado por 16 periodistas, analizó 31 candidatos propuestos por las 31 delegaciones de base de la Unión de Periodistas de Cuba (UPEC).
(2024-02-25). Feb 25, 2024. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Alessandro Marcello — Adagio Big Picture Conflict: Pepe Escobar & Global Times Observations, by Karl Sanchez Did the USA Lose the Cold War? by Bill Astore Rethinking Ukraine: Putin and the Mystery of National Identity, by Craig Murray MoA: Trump Wants NATO To Be The Same Racket That It Has Always Been Musk: "I Hope Public Is Waking Up"- Border Invasion Sparks Migrant Crime Crisis In Major Cities, by Tyler Durden Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, moral leader of all civilized humanity The World Must Force Peace on Israel, by Gideon Levy This is What Will Happen to Israel in Case of All-Out War…
(2024-02-25). Actors and doctors talk about building the Palestine campaign at work. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). Big support for Pride Festival. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). Border paranoia breaks out in Fortress Australia. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). Day one of Julian Assange's High Court appeal. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). Day two of Julian Assange's High Court appeal. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). The Julian Assange 'death plots'. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). No to Woodside's Burrup Hub gas expansion. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). NSW police officer charged on 2nd anniversary of Jai Wright's death. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). Palestine, South Africa activists to address Ecosocialism 2024. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-25). Peace and community groups join forces to sink AUKUS. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-02-24). "Israel Commits Genocide in Gaza": President Lula Says Again. telesurenglish.net Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva affirmed at an event in Rio de Janeiro yesterday that "what the Israeli Government is doing to the Palestinian people is not war, it is genocide because it is killing women and children". | RELATED: | "This is genocide. Thousands of dead children, thousands missing. It's not soldiers who are dying, but women and children in hospitals. If this is not genocide, I don't k…
(2024-02-24). Israel Studies Draft Truce in Gaza. telesurenglish.net The ministers of Israel's war cabinet will vote tonight, according to all forecasts and by telephone, whether or not they support a still very abstract draft for a possible truce in Gaza. | RELATED: | According to Israeli media sources knowledgeable about the negotiations, last night there were "significant advances" in the negotiations for a possible truce and exchange of Palestinian political prisoners for Israeli h…
(2024-02-24). Juana Bacallao: Cuban Music Legend and Show-Woman Dies. telesurenglish.net The artist and legend of Cuban popular music Amelia Martínez Salazar, known nationally and internationally as Juana Bacallao, died this Saturday in Havana, according to a note from the Minster of Culture of the island. | RELATED: | Juana was unforgettable by her time in the capital cabarets Sans Sousi, Tropicana, Copa Room del Riviera, Parisien del Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Salón Rojo del Capri, Caribe del Hotel Habana Libre, as well as the clubs…
(2024-02-25). Space Odyssey of Humanity — Introduction. uwidata.com By Ljubodrag Simonovic, Belgrade, Serbia * The work before the reader is an attempt to shape the self-awareness of modern man as a cosmic being endeavoring to create a humane world and thus a humane cosmos. The only genuine happening in the universe is the happening of man. Man, being a creative and historical being, …
(2024-02-25). What is frontotemporal dementia? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An uncommon group of disorders may cause changes in personality, behavior, language, movement Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a group of neurologic disorders associated with changes in personality, behavior, language or movement. Some FTD forms are inherited, and some are not. Typically, people develop FTD symptoms before age 60. While there is no cure for this progressive decline, FTD research has made significant strides in the past two decades, says Dr. Bradley Boeve (boh-VAY), a Mayo…
(2024-02-25). Mayo Clinic Minute: What high triglycerides mean and why it matters to your heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You may be familiar with high-density, or good cholesterol; low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol; and their connections to heart health. But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about cholesterol levels. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says triglycerides provide the body with energy from food. High levels can indicate signs of other conditions, like diabetes or prediabetes, that can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Watch: The Mayo…
(2024-02-25). Types of encephalitis: A Mayo Clinic expert explains. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: February 22 is World Encephalitis Day. Encephalitis is a disease referring to the inflammation or swelling of the brain. Broadly, it can happen because of infections, including viral infections, or the immune system acting up. That's why Dr. Sarosh Irani, a Mayo Clinic neurologist and researcher, says it's essential to recognize World Encephalitis Day. "A number of physicians, and certainly the public, are not aware of encephalitis as an entity. Yet, it is a medical emergency,…
(2024-02-25). Closing the clinical trials disparity gap. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getting sufficient representation of racial and ethnic minority populations in clinical trials remains a pervasive challenge, despite concerted efforts by researchers and mandates set by funding sources and regulatory agencies. A lack of diversity in research results in continued disparities and poorer health outcomes in underrepresented communities. An article in the January edition of Mayo Clinic Proceedings proposes a wide range of strategies to help researchers improve community engagement with underrepresented racial and ethnic populations and…
(2024-02-25). Mayo Clinic Minute: Health disparities in gynecologic cancers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Each year, thousands of women are diagnosed with gynecologic cancers in the U.S. While cervical, ovarian and uterine cancer affects all races, Black women are often diagnosed at later stages and are more likely to die from these diseases. Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, discusses health disparities and prevention. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/qnJg1eEtcN0 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo…
(2024-02-25). Try a cholesterol-lowering diet for heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — With those New Year's resolutions six weeks behind us, some people may have reverted to less healthy ways of eating. Heart Month is a great time to remind yourself why a healthy diet is important for more than just your waistline. "What you eat and drink affects your cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and if you have high cholesterol or triglyceride levels, your healthcare team may recommend following a cholesterol-lowering diet," says Ripu…
(2024-02-25). Mayo Clinic Minute: Can extra salt hurt your kidneys? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Sodium is a mineral that your body needs to function well. When you combine sodium with the mineral, chloride, the two make table salt. Sodium is added to many processed foods, including packaged and frozen meals. Many recipes call for salt in the ingredients, and many people add table salt to their food for flavor. But according to Dr. Ivan Porter II, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, adding too much salt to your diet is not…
(2024-02-25). Mayo Clinic Minute: Know the warning signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's often silent but can be a deadly killer. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that occurs in 1 in 500 people. Dr. Said Alsidawi, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says the problem is that many people don't even know they have it because they have no symptoms. And in 20% of cases, the first presentation is sudden cardiac death. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/M6RrnuAc_1M Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 07) is in the downloads at the…
(2024-02-25). Dengue fever: A Mayo Clinic expert explains the mosquito-borne infection. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Recent outbreaks of dengue fever in Brazil have prompted public health officials to launch an immunization campaign targeting children ages 10 to 11. Dengue fever is a potentially life-threatening viral infection transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. "Four different subtypes of the virus can cause infections in humans," says Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases specialist. "Wherever you have a significant number of mosquitoes and warm hot environments is where you see dengue transmission." Watch: Dr. Stacey…
(2024-02-25). Stressed about your child's screen time? Here's what a Mayo Clinic expert recommends. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org For decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has been studying the effects screens and media have on children. It's natural for parents and caregivers to be concerned about how much screen time their children are getting, especially when digital screens are everywhere, even at school. Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin, a Mayo Clinic pediatrician and member of the AAP, shares some recommendations to make it simple for families to manage their technology use. Watch: Dr. Nusheen…
(2024-02-25). Two KPJ Healthcare hospitals in Malaysia join Mayo Clinic Care Network. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, and ROCHESTER, Minn. — KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJ Healthcare or the "Group") and Mayo Clinic have announced that two KPJ specialist hospitals, KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital (KPJ DSH) and Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 (DSH2), are the newest members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. These hospitals are the first members from Malaysia to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a group of carefully vetted healthcare organizations with special access to Mayo Clinic's…
(2024-02-25). Can you prevent cancer with lifestyle changes? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In the U.S., 4 out of 10 cancer cases are associated with preventable risk factors. That's according to the latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research. February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and Dr. Jon Ebbert, medical director of the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center, says it's never too late to make lifestyle changes that can decrease your risk of cancer. Watch: Prevent cancer with lifestyle changes youtu.be/__d7F9sEcaQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 27) is…
(2024-02-25). Casting once again: Patient recovers from thoracic outlet syndrome and rediscovers thrill of being on the water. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Justin Pomeroy, 23, struggled after a weight training session, he wasn't sure if he was simply fatigued or experiencing a medical crisis. While lifting weights, one of his shoulders popped, followed by radiating pain. Despite being fit for his active job as a Florida-based U.S. Coast Guard crewman, he continued to feel debilitating weakness, even when making the slightest of movements. His condition worsened over the next few days to the point that he…
(2024-02-25). Newborns diagnosed with syphilis at alarming rates. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that looks at sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has some concerning news, especially when it comes to syphilis. While cases of other STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, have decreased or seen modest increases, syphilis has jumped 80% in the four years from 2018 to 2022. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases specialist, says syphilis is a bacterial infection that is primarily transmitted through sexual contact. But she says…
(2024-02-25). Jim Robo, former chairman and CEO of NextEra Energy, to join Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jim Robo, a private investor and former chairman and CEO of NextEra Energy, Inc. and NextEra Energy Partners, LP, was elected to the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees at its quarterly meeting on February 16. Jim Robo "We are pleased to welcome Mr. Robo to the board," says Gianrico Farrugia, M.D., Mayo Clinic president and CEO. "He has an exceptional track record of driving transformation and excellence and will offer valuable strategic…
(2024-02-25). How specialized blood cells could transform treatments for inflammatory disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers are studying whether specialized T cells taken from blood could harness the body's immune system to treat or someday cure complex inflammatory diseases. Researchers are probing whether a subset of T cells known as regulatory T cells, or Tregs, have the power to suppress out-of-control immune responses. If so, they want to know if this could offer a new therapeutic option for chronic inflammation that does not respond to standard treatment. William…
(2024-02-25). Cardiac amyloidosis 101: Why early diagnosis and targeted treatment matter. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Amyloidosis occurs when the body produces abnormal proteins that bind together to form a substance called amyloid. Amyloids can deposit in any tissue or organ, including the heart, kidneys, liver and nerves. When it occurs in the heart, it's called cardiac amyloidosis. Dr. Martha Grogan, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and director of the Cardiac Amyloid Clinic at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, explains what cardiac amyloidosis is, why knowing the type of amyloid is key…
(2024-02-25). Spotlight on early detection of 3 heart diseases using ECG-AI. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Too often, the first sign of cardiovascular disease may be a major event like a heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest. Now, researchers and clinicians at Mayo Clinic are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to flag heart problems earlier, boosting the abilities of a diagnostic test that has been around for over a century — the electrocardiogram (ECG). Early detection of heart disease can make a significant difference in a patient's…
(2024-02-25). Know your numbers: What is your heart rate? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Know your numbers: What is your heart rate? Your heart rate, or pulse, is the number of times your heart beats per minute. Your resting heart rate is when the heart is pumping the lowest amount of blood you need because you're not exercising. If you're sitting or lying down ‚Äï and you're calm, relaxed and aren't sick ‚Äï your heart rate is typically between 60 and 100 beats per minute. Other factors that can…
(2024-02-25). Take heart murmurs seriously. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Eau Claire, Wis. — Detecting a heart murmur on your own can be tricky. A murmur is an extra heart sound that can be heard by a stethoscope. Sometimes, a murmur sounds like a humming sound, which can be faint or loud. It might be temporary or persistent. Heart murmurs may be present at birth or develop later in life during pregnancy, phases of rapid growth like adolescence, or from a fever or anemia. "The murmur may…
(2024-02-25). The drug industry's aggressive reputation began with Pfizer in the 1950s and 1960s. expose-news.com Dr. Vernon Coleman's track record of spotting health dangers is second to none. Since the 1970s, when his first two groundbreaking books ('The Medicine Men' and 'Paper Doctors') were published, Dr. Coleman …
(2024-02-25). EE.UU. y Reino Unido realizan nuevos ataques contra Yemen. telesurtv.net Desde mediados de enero pasado, EE.UU. y sus aliados han perpetrado 278 agresiones contra el territorio yemení.
(2024-02-25). Miles de personas en el mundo expresan apoyo a los palestinos. telesurtv.net Miles de personas marcharon en Manchester, Reino Unido, en solidaridad con el pueblo palestino, instando al cese inmediato de la guerra genocida israelí en Gaza.
(2024-02-25). Solidarity with migrant workers! Smash racism! workers.org 
By Daphne Barroetad Buffalo, New York This talk was given at a Workers World Party branch discussion in Buffalo, New York, on Feb. 13. The "border crisis" is a human ethics crisis in the greater class war. Over the past two weeks, a grouping of Christo-fascists who call themselves the . . . |
(2024-02-25). Economy another victim of war in impoverished Sudan. scmp.com The war has led industries to cease production, while businesses and food stocks have been looted.
(2024-02-25). US and UK launch new wave of strikes on Houthis over continued Red Sea attacks. scmp.com The 18 targets at 8 locations in Yemen included weapons and missile storage facilities, air defence systems, radars and a helicopter.
(2024-02-25). Alexei Navalny's body handed over to his mother, Kremlin critic's spokeswoman says. scmp.com Russian authorities had earlier refused to give Lyudmila Navalnaya custody of her son's body, threatening to bury him on the grounds of the prison where he died.
(2024-02-25). Drunk Pedro Pascal takes SAG Award home, beats Succession cast! albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – American actor Pedro Pascal took home with him the SAG Award for his best performance by a male actor in HBO's The Last of Us series starring one of the best teammates of 2023 Bella Ramsey and himself! The Last of Us series is based on the award-winning game by Naughty Dog which goes by the same name and because of its popularity among gamers, received a sequel and countless remakes across Playstation consoles.According to
(2024-02-25). Economic situation in Sudan deteriorates as war continues. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – With tens of thousands killed, and millions displaced, the war in Sudan has been tearing through the country for 10+ months, leaving a devastating impact in addition to massive destruction of infrastructure, with millions left facing acute famine.Ten months into the war, although the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has seized power in many parts of Sudan, it continues to commit all types of crimes in the areas under its control, failing to act as a de facto ruler who provides basic necessities of life and security while causing an ongoing humanitarian crisis and the suffering of millions.For months, areas c…
(2024-02-25). Iraq announces arresting 2 prominent ISIS leaders. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Iraqi security forces reported on Saturday the arrest of two "dangerous" Islamic State (ISIS) leaders accused of committing several attacks across Al-Falluja in Al Anbar.Intelligence troops apprehended "two of the most dangerous ISIS leaders" in an operation conducted outside Iraq, according to the military's Security Media Cell, which did not identify where.The two detained men were identified as Issam Abd Ali Saeedan, known as Abu Zaid, and Bashir Abd Ali Saeedan known by the alias Abu Ahmed Etisalat. They were "involved in the most heinous terrorist crimes in Iraq," according to the statement.In a p…
(2024-02-25). Yemeni YouTuber sparks debate for drinking petroleum and automobile oils. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A Yemeni YouTuber has sparked controversy on social media after posting videos of himself consuming petroleum and automobile oils.YouTuber Faisal Al-Sadai, who claims that he is a "universal scientist", has caused a wave of anger after claiming to invent methods to cure diabetes.In the footage shared online, the Yemeni YouTuber was spotted consuming petroleum and automobile oils, which sparked public anger among people who said that if anyone listened to him they could be poisoned.Faisal Al-Sadai claimed that he found a cure for diabetes and said it can happen by getting rid of some blood periodically,…
(2024-02-25). 'The First Thing a Doctor Wants to Do Is Ease Someone's Pain. In Gaza, That's Impossible'. globalresearch.ca
(2024-02-25). Donald Trump says indictments boosted appeal to black voters, who 'embraced' his mugshot. scmp.com The ex-US president compared the criminal charges he faces to anti-black prejudice in the American legal system, and said he knew many black people because they built his properties.
(2024-02-25). New York's beloved owl, Flaco, dies after apparently crashing into building. scmp.com Fans and birders are in mourning for the Manhattan celebrity, who became famous a year ago after a dramatic escape from Central Park Zoo.
(2024-02-25). A decade after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared, planes still at risk of vanishing off the map. scmp.com Ten years after MH370, an industry-wide push to rule out a similar case has been stymied by bureaucracy, financial pressure, and a debate about who should have ultimate control of the cockpit.
(2024-02-25). Pentagon Admits Ukraine Aid Unsustainable + Why Neutrality is Ukraine's Only (Good) Option. thealtworld.com Update on the conflict in Ukraine for February 25, 2024… | — Russian forces have cleared Avdeevka, taking over a thousand Ukrainian soldiers prisoner, illustrating the disorganized nature of Ukraine's withdrawal; | — The US Department of Defense admits essential supporting elements for sustaining US weapon systems transferred to Ukraine were never provided, thus inhibiting the effective use of US arms by Ukrainians; | — A fighting force makes up a small percentage of an overall military service because of the large amount of support infantry require on the modern battlefield. Without these suppor…
(2024-02-25). Rutgers Alumni for Justice in Palestine. fightbackbetter.com More info to follow — for now contact organizers through Insta embed for more details. |
(2024-02-25). Recent Memories of an Opponent of Genocide. fightbackbetter.com
(2024-02-25). From Shrewsbury to Red Bank, Cease Fire Marchers Closing Rank, Sat. Feb 24 2pm. fightbackbetter.com 
A full report is coming but for now a keynote speaker from when the marchers took to the streets from…
(2024-02-25). Ride Palestine Ride! Sat. Feb 24. fightbackbetter.com
(2024-02-25). South Jersey One — Two Power Punch Feb 24: Rowan University 9 am, Collingswood at Noon. fightbackbetter.com The versatility of cease fire event planning is increasing in sophistication with the South Jersey for Palestine and allied groups…
(2024-02-25). In Nepal, CADTM delegates took part in the opening march of the World Social Forum and successfully completed their initial workshops. cadtm.org The World Social Forum, which took place this year in Kathmandu (Nepal), began on Thursday 15 February 2024. The CADTM International network was represented by delegates from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Kenya, Côte d'Ivoire and the Shared International Secretariat. A total of seven activities were carried out by the delegation.
| Thursday 15 February: The opening march
| The opening march brought together nearly 15,000 people who marched to demand a different world.The slogans (…) | – | /…
(2024-02-25). The CADTM holds seven successful workshops at the World Social Forum in Kathmandu (Nepal). cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). If Taliban wants legitimacy in Afghanistan, it must renounce al-Qaeda. scmp.com The world is willing to negotiate with the Taliban and help solve Afghanistan's problems but, first, the de facto rulers must cut ties with al-Qaeda and address rising terrorism.
(2024-02-25). Release Rasmane Zinaba. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). How Dare Tucker Carlson Let Putin Talk! scheerpost.com 
(2024-02-25). Belarus, Nepal seek closer business ties. eng.belta.by The parties agreed on the need to raise awareness of the business community of the two countries about the economic potential, promising niches and business conditions. Nikolai Borisevich reaffirmed the readiness of the center to actively participate in this process.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: Belarus hopes for greater momentum in cooperation with Kuwait. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko sent National Day greetings to Emir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: Belarus, Russia can create an association that will make them even stronger. eng.belta.by Belarus and Russia can create an association that will make them even stronger, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media after he cast his ballot in the parliamentary and local elections on 25 February.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko casts his vote in parliamentary, local elections. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko cast his vote in the elections of deputies to the House of Representatives of the National Assembly and local councils in Minsk on 25 February.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko casts his vote in parliamentary, local elections: Key takeaways from media scrum. eng.belta.by "I voted for professionalism and devotion. A difficult time is ahead for us. In the Parliament we need people who are professional, reliable and devoted to the Belarusian people," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko comments on his plans for another term. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko was asked whether he is planning to run in the next election as he talked to the media after voting in the elections of deputies of the House of Representatives and local councils of deputies.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: Common security is of crucial importance for Belarus, Russia. eng.belta.by Common security is of crucial importance for Belarus and Russia, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he talked to the media after voting in the elections of deputies of the House of Representatives and local councils of deputies.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: I vote for professionalism, devotion to Belarusian people. eng.belta.by "A difficult time is ahead for us. In addition to professionalism, deputies must be devoted to the Belarusian people," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko lauds elections in Belarus as most open and honest in the world. eng.belta.by The elections in Belarus are most open and honest in the world, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media after he cast his vote in the parliamentary and local elections on 25 February.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko names best practices in Union State for EAEU to adopt. eng.belta.by There is something the Eurasian Economic Union may borrow from the Union State of Belarus and Russia, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko names main qualities for President of Belarus. eng.belta.by "I know that many officials do not like me, because I strictly demand the fulfillment of our agreements and decisions taken by the president. If they are not implemented, then the whole structure of power will collapse and the society will drown," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: OSCE observers did not apply to come to Belarus for elections. eng.belta.by "Had the OSCE [observers from this organization] wanted to come to us and made such a request, we would have considered it. Mostly likely, our response would have been positive," the head of state said.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: Parliament's role will be increasing. eng.belta.by "The role of the parliament will be increasing. On a monthly, annual basis. A certain restructuring is underway, generations are changing," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: Self-exiled opposition's scenarios regarding Belarus are unrealizable. eng.belta.by "We need to focus on our goals, our interests, be sincere and pursue a policy of justice," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko unfazed by Armenia's stance on CSTO. eng.belta.by Belarus has taken Armenia's statements on CSTO membership in stride, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media after he cast his ballot in the parliamentary and local elections on 25 February.
(2024-02-25). Lukashenko: With current amount of 'help' from the West, Ukraine's days are numbered. eng.belta.by If the West continues to "help" Ukraine they way they are doing now, then its days are numbered, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he talked to the media after voting in the elections of deputies of the House of Representatives and local councils of deputies.
(2024-02-25). Belarus' 2024 elections: Turnout at 50.97% as of 12.00. eng.belta.by "The voter turnout has reached 53.12% in Brest Oblast, 51.52% in Vitebsk Oblast, 58.49% in Gomel Oblast, 48.68% in Grodno Oblast, 48.91% in Minsk Oblast, 59.67% in Mogilev Oblast and 40.64% in Minsk," Elena Baldovskaya said.
(2024-02-25). Belarus' 2024 elections: Turnout at 59.17% as of 14.00. eng.belta.by "The voter turnout has reached 61.85% in Brest Oblast, 60.31% in Vitebsk Oblast, 67.09% in Gomel Oblast, 57.64% in Grodno Oblast, 56.97% in Minsk Oblast, 66.52% in Mogilev Oblast and 48.23% in Minsk," Igor Karpenko said.
(2024-02-25). Belarus' 2024 elections: Turnout at 65.4% as of 16:00. eng.belta.by "The voter turnout has reached 69.29% in Brest Oblast, 67.24% in Vitebsk Oblast, 70.74% in Gomel Oblast, 64.48% in Grodno Oblast, 64.13% in Minsk Oblast, 71.3% in Mogilev Oblast and 54.9% in Minsk," the CEC informed.
(2024-02-25). Belarus' CEC: 96,000 Russians are entitled to vote at local elections. eng.belta.by "All in all, according to the population register, 96,000 citizens of the Russian Federation are included in the voting lists," said Igor Karpenko.
(2024-02-25). Belarus' CEC: No provocations at polling stations reported. eng.belta.by "So far, we have not received information about violation of public order or provocations at polling stations," said Yelena Baldovskaya.
(2024-02-25). International observer: Belarusians care about their country's future. eng.belta.by
(2024-02-25). Karpenko: Belarus' elections are proceeding smoothly. eng.belta.by "The elections are going on normally, with no emergencies or other situations that could affect the conduct of the elections and the freedom of expression of citizens. At least, we have not received any reports about incidents," said Igor Karpenko.
(2024-02-25). Observer from Germany: Voting in Belarus meets democratic standards. eng.belta.by "Voting in Belarus complies with democratic standards and rules," Gunnar Lindeman said.
(2024-02-25). Observer from Italy: West does not like Belarus' independence. eng.belta.by "Belarus is a crossroads of Europe and Eurasia. Belarus is a sovereign state and protects its interests. This is a great rarity in Europe," the Italian observer emphasized. "Virtually no country in Europe can decide anything on its own – without the approval of the United States. In fact, Europe, the same as the European Union, does not represent its own interests, but those of the United States."
(2024-02-25). Launching a Major International Front Against the Extreme Right. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). Part 3] Questions/Answers on China : Is China doing what the World Bank, IMF and US are doing? cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). Telegraph mocked for 'forgetting Britain has left the EU,' claiming UK parks could lose swings because of EU health and safety rules. leftfootforward.org "Looks like the Torygraph still thinks we're in the EU."
(2024-02-25). The World Social Forum: The counterweight to the World Economic Forum. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). No slam dunk for 76ers arena. workers.org 
Philadelphia When the billionaires who own the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team made their announcement on July 21, 2022, that they intend to build a new arena — 76 Place — on the edge of the city's Chinatown community, they didn't expect the opposition pushback to last this long. Now, 18 . . . |
(2024-02-25). Families of British POWs 'murdered at sea' by Japan WWII military still seeking apology, answers. scmp.com Relatives of victims on the Suez Maru say they are horrified by the British government's failure to prosecute the Japanese perpetrators involved in the shooting.
(2024-02-25). US Intel Has 'Low Confidence' in Israeli Claim a Dozen UN Staff Participated in Hamas Attack. news.antiwar.com
(2024-02-25). Modi's India is more unequal than ever. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). Exclusive interview with Paulo Dybala, AS Roma striker. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). Libya factions remain on Tripoli streets as withdrawal plan announced. newarab.com 
Major armed factions remained visible on the streets of Interior Minister…
(2024-02-25). Pro-Gaza 'From the River to the Sea' projected onto Big Ben. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). Record number of Palestinians displaced in West Bank: report. newarab.com 
Palestinians were displaced from Around 4,000 Palestinians were displaced last year from policies impleme…
(2024-02-25). Somalia 'will defend itself' if Ethiopia seals port deal. newarab.com 
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said his country would "defend itself" if Ethiopia goes ahead with a deal to set up a Landlocked Ethiopia agreed a memorandum of understanding on January 1 to lease 20 km (12 miles) of coastline in Somaliland – a territory that Somalia says it owns, even though the northern region has enjoyed effective autonomy since 1991. | Ethiopia said it wants to set up a naval base there…
(2024-02-25). Tunisian imam expelled by France says to appeal decision. newarab.com 
A Tunisian imam expelled from France for alleged hate speech said on Friday he would take legal action in a bid to overturn the decision. | Mahjoub Mahjoubi, from the town of Bagnols-sur-Ceze in the south of France, denounced his removal as "arbitrary". | The 52-year-old was arrested and then deported to Tunisia on Thursday, where he arrived shortly before midnight aboard a flight from Paris. | Mahjoubi had been in France since the 1980s and is married with five children. | All of his children are French citizens, but he is not and had his residency permit cancelled on Sunday by French Interior Minister Gerald…
(2024-02-25). UN condemns 'horrific violations' by Sudan's warring parties. newarab.com 
(2024-02-25). The BRICS New Development Bank & Sub-Imperialism: Working within, not against, global financial power. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). PH dev't NGOs: Take People Power to Local Communities as Nation Commemorates EDSA Uprising. pressenza.com In February 1986, millions of Filipinos marched to the streets, in the hope of breathing new life into a democracy that had been suppressed under more than a decade of martial law. While the most famous of these uprisings happened along EDSA, a major thoroughfare in Metro Manila, mass demonstrations also took place in other urban centers, such as Baguio, Iloilo, Bacolod, Cebu, and Davao. Before the events of 1986, the struggle for democracy was fought in these cities, as well as other urban and rural fronts. | Today, the nation is witnessing a turbulent era of widening political divisions and economic inequali…
(2024-02-25). Mexicans rally in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of protesters take to Mexico City's Paseo de la Reforma avenue in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, demanding an immediate ceasefire in the territory.
(2024-02-25). Gazans mourn 10 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes. presstv.ir Palestinians in Rafah mourned 10 people who were killed overnight in Israeli airstrikes on southern and central cities of Gaza.
(2024-02-25). US, UK launch new airstrikes on Yemen in support of Israel. presstv.ir The US-British military coalition has conducted multiple strikes against targets in Yemen's strategic western province of Hudaydah, with no further details about any casualties quickly available.
(2024-02-25). Indian port workers will not handle Israel-bound cargo. presstv.ir Indian ports and dock workers unions from various major ports called on their members not to handle any of the ships carrying weapons and other military equipment to the Israeli regime.
(2024-02-25). Iran's Leader slams US for 'brazenly vetoing' Gaza truce resolution. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has denounced the US for "brazenly vetoing" a UN Security Council resolution to stop the ongoing Israeli genocide in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2024-02-25). Iraq says West Asia won't be stable without resolution of Palestine issue. presstv.ir President Abdul Latif Rashid says it is imperative to realize the rights of the Palestinians to self-determination and independence.
(2024-02-25). South Africa urges countries to testify at ICJ against Israel. presstv.ir "As South Africans, we see, hear, and feel deep within ourselves the inhumane discriminatory policies and practices of the Israeli regime," Ambassador Vusimuzi Madonsela said.
(2024-02-25). Palestinians dying of hunger as world watches in silence: Gaza official. presstv.ir "The suffering of citizens in Gaza and the north is worsening daily, as thousands of them are waiting to die either due to hunger or Israeli targeting."
(2024-02-25). Hezbollah conducts new strikes against Israeli military sites. presstv.ir The missile strikes are carried out in solidarity with the Palestinians of the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2024-02-25). Four Norwegian universities cut ties with Israeli institutions over Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Four Norwegian universities have decided to suspend ties with Israeli universities they deem complicit in the Israeli regime's genocidal war in Gaza.
(2024-02-25). Further escalation if Israel restricts Al-Aqsa Mosque entry, Hamas warns. presstv.ir "Let our enemy know that souls are boiling … [our] anger is imminent," Hamas stated.
(2024-02-25). Iranian lawmakers at Baku event urge economic sanctions on Israel. presstv.ir It was the 14th plenary session of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) in the capital of Azerbaijan.
(2024-02-25). IRGC chief commander: We believe in Gaza's victory. presstv.ir The IRGC's chief commander says the Islamic Republic believes in the Palestinian resistance's victory in the face of the Israeli regime in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-02-25). Yemen stages hail of strikes against US oil tanker, warships in support of Gaza. presstv.ir Yemen's Armed Forces strike American vessels in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, who are enduring a genocidal Washington-backed Israeli war.
(2024-02-25). Feb. 24: 'Axis of Resistance' operations against Israeli occupation. presstv.ir Resistance groups in Palestine and across the region continue their operations against the Tel Aviv regime and its Western backers.
(2024-02-25). Donald Trump wins South Carolina, swamping Nikki Haley in her home state. scmp.com The big win will bolster calls from Trump's allies that Haley, Trump's last remaining challenger, should drop out of the race.
(2024-02-25). Oppenheimer steamrollers towards Oscars with wins at Screen Actors Guild Awards. scmp.com The film about the race to build the first atomic bomb took the top honour of best movie cast, with Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jnr winning acting awards.
(2024-02-25). Global network to monitor safety of vaccines has failed governments and citizens around the world. expose-news.com Three years ago, the Global Vaccine Data Network ("GVDN") was granted unfettered access to health records by numerous governments. Yet, GVDN has failed to produce any full and meaningful analysis of covid …
(2024-02-25). We must start treating ourselves and our children as wonderful creations of God. expose-news.com Mike Donio asks the question: Why did Christian churches follow the party line during covid? The answer, he says, is churches have become part of the world system. The covid era revealed …
(2024-02-25). Climate change goals: it's only fair to cut developing nations some slack. scmp.com As temperatures rise across the globe, the harsh reality is that those who burn the least fossil fuels lack the wealth to deal with climate change's effects. The developing needs flexibility in their climate adaptation plans, and that includes the option to explore and extract fossil fuels to help alleviate poverty.
(2024-02-25). Analysis of verdicts: Four years after the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. muslimmirror.com Four years have passed since the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots, and verdicts have been delivered in 88 out of the 695 cases of rioting, arson, and unlawful assembly filed by the district police. An analysis by The Indian Express of 85 judgments reveals that 68 resulted in acquittals (80%) and 16 in convictions (20%). Interestingly, …
(2024-02-25). Hanif Shaikh, a govt. school teacher and alleged SIMI member, arrested after 22 years; Police label him as 'dreaded terrorist'. muslimmirror.com Hanif Shaikh, a government school teacher and member of the proscribed organization SIMI, was apprehended by the Delhi Police after a 22-year-long pursuit. Law enforcement agencies had been actively seeking Shaikh since cases were filed against him under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and he was charged with sedition in 2001. According to …
(2024-02-25). Hezbollah missiles rain down on Israeli targets. muslimmirror.com Tehran : Lebanon's Hezbollah resistance movement has targeted several Israeli positions with missiles in the occupied Palestinian territories in support of defenseless people in the Gaza Strip and in retaliation for the regime's attacks on southern Lebanon. In its latest attack, Hezbollah targeted Kiryat Shamona settlement located in the north of the occupied territories, according …
(2024-02-25). K'taka: FIR filed against activists, nurses in religious conversion case. muslimmirror.com Bengaluru : An FIR was filed against nine activists and two nurses in an alleged "forcefully" conversion case in Kalaburagi district of the state. On February 22, two Christian nurses — Ashwini and Rubika — had allegedly tried to "forcefully" convert people in Ratkal village of Kalaburagi district to Christianity. The Hindu Jagruthi Sena, a …
(2024-02-25). Ecuador se postula para ser sede de la Copa América 2028. telesurtv.net Mediante un comunicado, se informó que el líder del ejecutivo dio una carta con la postulación formal al presidente de Conmebol, Alejandro Domínguez.
(2024-02-25). NEW REPORT: The colonial roots of global south debt. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). Ten takeaways: The palm oil scheme leaving Indonesian villagers submerged in debt. cadtm.org
(2024-02-25). Continued Israeli Assault Could Kill More Than 80,000 in Gaza by August: Report. newarab.com