(2024-10-23). Blinken discusses mass extermination plan with Netanyahu, pledges "ironclad commitment" to Israel. wsws.org US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday to hold a "friendly and productive" discussion about the Israeli government's plan—known as the "General's Plan"—to ethnically cleanse northern Gaza and kill all Palestinians who remain.
(2024-10-23). Welcome to BRICS+: The Economic Power of a Multipolar World. pressenza.com The developing world arrived in Kazan, the capital of Republic of Tatarstan, driving by economic transformation proposals backed by the numerical strength of participants to portray their collective weight of influence to boost de-dollarization and a new global financial payment system, design a new mechanism for a long-term economic integration and complex architecture. For much of its significant collective activities these past several years, BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) has been viewed and described from perspectives of supporting the economic development in the Global South, Southeas…
(2024-10-23). Thousands march in Cape Town to support Palestinians ahead of Gaza war anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands of South Africans marched in Cape Town to show solidarity with Palestinians.
(2024-10-23). Israeli strikes on Gaza kill over 40, as Beirut bombed again. newarab.com 
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, reiterated that water supplies in Gaza's Jabalia have now run out entirely, as living conditions worsen for those trapped there by Israeli forces…
(2024-10-23). Israel says killed Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's apparent successor in Beirut strike. scmp.com Hashem Safieddine died in early October in a strike that also killed 25 other Hezbollah leaders, according to Israel.
(2024-10-23). 400k Children at Risk of Disease in Lebanon as Officials Report Cholera Case. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-23). 67% of Swing State Voters Think Corporate Power 'One of the Biggest Problems Facing America'. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-23). As'ad AbuKhalil: Lebanon vs Israeli Savagery. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-23). Widening the War: The US Sends Troops to Israel. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-23). Rusia apoya ingreso de Venezuela a los Brics. radiohc.cu Kazán, Rusia 23 oct (RHC) Rusia apoya el deseo de Venezuela de unirse al bloque de los Brics como país miembro, constató este miércoles Prensa Latina.
(2024-10-23). ONU apoyará esfuerzos de Cuba para recuperación de daños de huracán. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Naciones Unidas apoyará los esfuerzos para la recuperación de los territorios de Cuba severamente afectados por el azote del huracán Oscar, afirmó hoy el coordinador residente de ese organismo internacional en la isla, Francisco Pichón.
(2024-10-23). Presidente cubano en zonas más afectadas por àìscar (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Guantánamo, 23 oct (RHC) El presidente cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, junto al Primer Ministro, Manuel Marrero Cruz, llegaron a Guantánamo para conocer de primera mano la marcha de la recuperación en el territorio, severamente afectado por el paso del huracán àìscar.
(2024-10-23). Canciller cubano llega a Kazán para participar en Cumbre del BRICS. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 oct (RHC) Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, llegó a Kazán, Rusia, para participar en la XVI Cumbre del BRICS, prevista a desarrollarse del 22 al 24 de octubre.
(2024-10-23). Prorrogan inscripciones de aspirantes al Poder Ciudadano de Venezuela. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) El Comité de Postulaciones del Poder Ciudadano de la Asamblea Nacional de Venezuela prorrogó hasta el 25 de octubre las inscripciones de aspirantes a ocupar cargos en el Poder Ciudadano, trascendió hoy.
(2024-10-23). Iran, Saudi Arabia In Talks For Joint Naval Drills. popularresistance.org The Iranian and Saudi navies are planning to hold a joint exercise in the Red Sea region, Iranian Navy Rear Admiral Shahram Irani announced on 22 October. | ISNA news agency quoted Irani as saying that the Iranian naval forces are present in the Red Sea and that Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in organizing joint maneuvers in the region. | The admiral stressed that the delegations from both countries would hold consultations on organizing the maneuver, adding that they had extended mutual invitations to visit each other's ports. | Iran and Saudi Arabia normalized relations in March 2023 following a six-year r…
(2024-10-23). Why are young working-class men more 'conservative'? nationofchange.org It's not just about women's increasing power and independence—it's about capitalism failing us all.
(2024-10-23). I resigned from Canada's largest broadcasting corporation over its complicity in Israel's genocide. mondoweiss.net I have since seen how the CBC's policy on impartiality helped manufacture consent for genocide.
(2024-10-23). Not Too Late For Uncommitted Movement To Hold Democrats Accountable. popularresistance.org The activists had them right where they wanted them. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris had done everything they could think of to suppress the growing public outrage over their administration's complicity in the genocide in Palestine, but hundreds of thousands of potential Democratic voters weren't giving in. Led by the Uncommitted National Movement, they'd refused to pull the lever for Biden in the primaries, and were now threatening to withhold their support for Harris in November unless she and her current boss placed an embargo on America's weapons shipments to Israel before the 2024 US presidential election.
(2024-10-23). Boeing strike still strong. workers.org 
The 33,000 striking workers at Boeing — members of the International Association of Machinists (IAM) District Lodge 751 in the Seattle area and District Lodge W24 in Portland, Oregon — arrived at a tentative agreement on Oct, 19. This agreement, reached on the 37th day of the strike, is an . . . |
(2024-10-23). Yahya Al-Sinwar, 1962-2024: His life will inspire many more to liberate Palestine. workers.org 
Workers World Party salutes the heroic revolutionary leader Yahya Al-Sinwar, chair of the Political Bureau of the Hamas Islamic Resistance Movement and Commander of the Al-Aqsa Flood Battle, who died heroically in battle along with other Hamas combatants on Oct. 17 in Gaza. While the Israeli war criminals, led by . . . |
(2024-10-23). Widening The War: The US Sends Troops To Israel. popularresistance.org The dangers should be plastered on every wall in every office occupied by a military and political advisor. Israel's attempt to reshape the Middle East, far from giving it enduring security, will merely serve to make it more vulnerable and unstable than ever. In that mix and mess will be its greatest sponsor and guardian, the United States, a giant of almost blind antiquity in all matters concerning the Jewish state. | In a measure that should have garnered bold headlines, the Biden administration has announced the deployment of some 100 US soldiers to Israel who will be responsible for operating the Terminal Hig…
(2024-10-23). Elite US economist warns: dollar system is weakening as gold BRICS rise. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
The US dollar is gradually losing its dominance, and foreign central banks are buying fewer Treasury securities, instead holding more gold in their reserves, warns mainstream American economist Mohamed El-Erian. Countries are seeking financial alternatives, especially Global South nations around BRICS.
(2024-10-23). 'The Commune is nothing new here': The Rio Cataniapo Commune (Part I). mronline.org A socialist commune in the Venezuelan Amazon draws inspiration from the collective practices of its Indigenous members.
(2024-10-23). California law mandates that public school children be taught about State's genocide of Indigenous Peoples. mronline.org 
From the time the Europeans arrived on American shores, the U.S. government authorized more than 1,500 wars and attacks on Indigenous people and at the conclusion of the "Indian wars" in the late 19th century, of the estimated 10 million to 15 million native peoples, fewer than 238,000 remained.
(2024-10-23). How do you resist neo-fascism? mronline.org Conceptual clarity and shrewd maneuvers are necessary to combat neo-fascism, a powerful social movement from above.
(2024-10-23). Inside Argentina's university occupations. mronline.org 
Students are occupying more than 70 different faculties of 30 public universities across Argentina.
(2024-10-23). Israel commits largest massacre yet in northern Gaza. mronline.org 
The siege of north Gaza and Jabalia refugee camp enters its third week as Israel has cut off aid to some 200,000 people. On Saturday, Israeli forces bombed Beit Lahia, killing at least 80 Palestinians, in one of the largest massacres in months.
(2024-10-23). The struggle for University divestment in the age of finance capital. mronline.org The boundaries that separate higher education from "the rest" of the capitalist economy have eroded, imperfectly and unevenly but to a sufficient extent that the systemic force of financial markets dictates investment decisions and makes universities hard to distinguish from banks.
(2024-10-23). U.S. is spending $28 billion on Sinophobic propaganda to colonise your brain. mronline.org 
Whoever owns the narrative owns the world—and things just got a lot tougher for those of us opposed to the metastasising brain cancer known as U.S. influence campaigns—or "perception management".
(2024-10-23). Venezuela: Opposing the blockade is our main task. mronline.org The United States is waging an economic war against Venezuela.
(2024-10-23). Another Nobel for Anglocentric Neoliberal Institutional Economics. mronline.org 
New institutional economics has received another so-called Nobel prize, ostensibly for again claiming that good institutions and democratic governance ensure growth, development, equity & democracy.
(2024-10-23). Democracy Now! 2024-10-23 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 23, 2024; "We Have Lost All Credibility": Hala Rharrit on Quitting State Dept. & Ending U.S. Complicity in Gaza; "Historic Opportunity": New Pro-Independence Alliance Aims to Shake Up Puerto Rico Politics; Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani Enters NYC Race as Indicted Mayor Eric Adams Refuses to Resign | Headlines for October 23, 2024; "We Have Lost All Credibility": Hala Rharrit on Quitting State Dept. & Ending U.S. Complicity in Gaza; "Historic Opportunity": New Pro-Independence Alliance Aims to Shake Up Puerto Rico Politics; Democratic Social…
(2024-10-23). David North addresses meeting at Frankfurt Book Fair. wsws.org On Saturday, David North, chairman of the International Editorial Board of the World Socialist Web Site, spoke to over 100 attendees at the Frankfurt Book Fair on the topic "Back to the Future: Fascism, War and Class Struggle in the 21st Century."
(2024-10-23). Boeing machinists to vote on sellout contract to end five-week strike. wsws.org One worker told the World Socialist Web Site: "They didn't address the key issues of the members, which is the retirement, and they didn't address correctly the way of how they're going to be taking care of the medical. The contract is a joke."
(2024-10-23). Stop Acero's school closures in Chicago! For a unified struggle of teachers and workers against all budget cuts and school closures! wsws.org The closures at Acero are just the beginning in Chicago. Chicago Public Schools faces a $1 billion budgetary shortfall for this year and next.
(2024-10-23). 2,400 mental healthcare workers begin strike at Kaiser Permanente. wsws.org While workers are determined to win better conditions for patients and themselves, the NUHW has limited the strike to only a few select days and locations to disrupt workers' unity.
(2024-10-23). More miners die, others left unpaid, as Russia's workers pay the price for war economy. wsws.org Siberian miners began a hunger strike over unpaid wages on Monday, four days after three were killed in a gold mine collapse in the Russian Far East.
(2024-10-23). Job cutting escalates across New Zealand. wsws.org While the National Party-led government slashes thousands of public sector jobs, with the assistance of the union bureaucracy, companies are also shedding jobs and closing factories, decimating regional centres.
(2024-10-23). 2 weeks until election day, Trump's coup plot is far advanced. wsws.org Having fertilized the soil with the Big Lie, Trump, his network of lawyers and his allies in Congress and state legislatures are preparing to delay and block the certification of votes at the local, state and federal levels. The plan is based on violence.
(2024-10-23). Two weeks until election day, Trump's coup plot is far advanced. wsws.org Having fertilized the soil with the Big Lie, Trump, his network of lawyers and his allies in Congress and state legislatures are preparing to delay and block the certification of votes at the local, state and federal levels. The plan is based on violence.
(2024-10-23). Israeli authorities censor Lyd, a film about the massacre of Palestinians in 1948—and the possibility of a different historical outcome. wsws.org The Culture Minister asserted the film presented "a distorted picture of reality" and that its screening amounted to an incitement to violence that could foment "unrest and tensions."
(2024-10-23). School Index 2024: South Asia's Top 5 Schools are in India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. ummid.com South Asia's top 5 schools ae – 3 in India and 1 each in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Carfax Education said while releasing the School Index 2024.
(2024-10-23). Indian Housing: Challenges and The Way-out. ummid.com As India's cities continue to expand, the traditional model of urban housing is proving to be increasingly untenable. But here is a solution.
(2024-10-23). AI adoption by higher education professionals on rise despite concerns. ummid.com AI adoption by higher education professionals is on rise despite concerns around privacy and bias, a new survey has found.
(2024-10-23). Abu Dhabi to host Bitcoin Conference 2024. ummid.com Billed as the world's largest Bitcoin event, Bitcoin Conference 2024, is set to hold its inaugural Middle East and North Africa (MENA) conclave in Abu Dhabi.
(2024-10-23). De-dollarization strategic necessity: Putin. ummid.com Russian President Putin said de-dollarization and boosting trade settlements in national currencies between members of the BRICS group is a strategic necessity.
(2024-10-23). This time, Dr Zakir Naik has fallen flat on his face. ummid.com Some of Dr. Zakir Naik's clips are recently circulating from his Pakistan visit. He may be finest of the scholars but he may falter. And this time, he has fallen flat, and right on his face.
(2024-10-23). 2024 Jharkhand Polls: Irfan Ansari, Rameshwar Oraon in Congress 1st list. ummid.com The Congress Party Monday released its first list of 21 candidates for the 2024 Jharkhand Assembly Elections.
(2024-10-23). IBM rolls-out Granite 3.0. ummid.com Tech giant IBM Monday Oct 21, 2024 announced the launch of Granite 3.0, its most advanced family of AI models to date.
(2024-10-23). Estonia seals new UAE partnerships at GITEX 2024. ummid.com Estonia, known globally for its digital innovation capabilities, took the spotlight at GITEX Global 2024, showcasing its latest technological advancements and sealing new tech partnerships with UAE firms.
(2024-10-23). Asif Shaikh urged to change name of his newly launched political party. ummid.com Islamic scholars, activists, political analysts, common Malegaonians, and also Asif Shaikh's well-wishers, have urged him to change the name of his newly launched political party.
(2024-10-23). Jamiat delegation on way to assist Bahraich riot hit areas detained. ummid.com A delegation of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind on its way to Bahraich to provide relief to riot victims was detained by police authorities upon arrival at Lucknow Airport Saturday October 19, 2024.
(2024-10-23). Leader Yahya Sinwar Ascended As Martyr: Hamas. ummid.com Palestinian Governing Authority in Gaza Hamas Friday confirmed the 'martyrdom' of its Chief Yahya Sinwar while fighting the Israeli occupation forces.
(2024-10-23). In Malegaon, Akhilesh announces 4 candidates for 2024 Maharashtra Polls. ummid.com Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Singh Yadav while addressing a rally in Malegaon Friday announced the names of 04 candidates for the 2024 Maharashtra Elections.
(2024-10-23). Imtiaz Jaleel to contest 2024 Nanded LS by election. ummid.com Syed Imtiaz Jaleel is set to contest the Lok Sabha by elections to be held in Nanded next month, the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Maharashtra announced Thursday.
(2024-10-23). Revealed: The Israeli Spies Writing America's News. popularresistance.org One year after Oct. 7 attacks, Netanyahu is on a winning streak." So reads the title of a recent Axios article describing the Israeli prime minister riding on an unbeatable wave of triumphs. These stunning military "successes," its author Barak Ravid notes, include the bombing of Yemen, the assassinations of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, and the pager attack against Lebanon. | The same author recently went viral for an article that claimed that Israeli attacks against Hezbollah are "not intended to lead to war but are an attempt to reach 'de-escalation through escalation.'"
(2024-10-23). Harris Campaign Says She Denies Israel Is Committing Genocide. popularresistance.org Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign has clarified that she does not believe Israel is committing genocide in Gaza after an incident at a rally suggested that she did.
(2024-10-23). 'The Commune Is Nothing New Here': The Rio Cataniapo Commune. popularresistance.org Early in the last decade a set of communities along the Cataniapo River started to organize themselves to protect the river's ecosystem and bolster their agricultural and handicraft production. A few years later, in response to Chávez's call to build socialist communes, 15 community councils in the area came together to form the Rio Cataniapo Commune. | Today, approximately 1500 people participate in the Río Cataniapo Comune. They come from various ethnic backgrounds, but the majority identify as Indigenous and some still practice common ownership of land.
(2024-10-23). Lessons On Fighting For The Climate Under Authoritarianism. popularresistance.org In 2013, in the devastating wake of Typhoon Haiyan, Yeb Saño began a two-week hunger fast. Saño, then a diplomat and the head of the Philippines delegation at the U.N. climate talks in Poland, had watched as one of the most powerful tropical storms in history obliterated his hometown of Tacloban. Just a few days after the typhoon, a weeping Saño declared to the delegates in Warsaw that he would not eat again until meaningful climate progress was made. But the fast, which Saño now also calls a hunger strike, was not just a political move.
(2024-10-23). Naples Protests G7 'Lords Of War'. popularresistance.org Thousands of people took to the streets of Naples on October 19, demonstrating against the G7 military agenda and Italy's proposed reforms that would limit the freedom to dissent. Protesters, representing a host of organizations including student associations, trade unions, and community centers, rallied against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government's policies, demanding a shift in priorities toward social needs instead of military spending. Side by side with the protest in Naples, demonstrations were held in dozens of cities across Italy, as reported by the left political party, Power to the People (Potere…
(2024-10-23). Resilience And Regeneration, Disaster After Disaster. popularresistance.org Long before the winds and the rain and the flooding, there was already so much healing work that needed doing, and some of it was already happening. That's not really in question. Like the fungi beneath our feet, the work of regenerating, reconstituting and rebuilding never really stops, even in the aftermath of a hurricane or other disaster. | But with every tragic deluge, the open wounds of carnage and destruction also open up new lines of sight for others to see who has been doing that work in their community — and then to either join them or bulldoze right over them.
(2024-10-23). China sees net capital inflow in first three quarters. ecns.cn China's cross-border capital has returned to a net inflow during the first three quarters of the year, according to foreign exchange data released by the State Council Information Office on Tuesday.
(2024-10-23). 'Under the Same Sky'—China-France climate cooperation exemplary for the world, international experts say. ecns.cn Climate change, carbon emissions, and environmental protection have long been key areas of cooperation between China and France, highlighting both nations' responsibility in tackling global challenges. These topics were a focal point at the opening ceremony of the "Peking University-Sciences Po Climate Week," held in Beijing on Oct. 21, to commemorate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
(2024-10-23). China launches new remote-sensing satellites. ecns.cn China launched a new group of remote-sensing satellites into space at 9: 09 a.m. (Beijing Time) on Wednesday from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan.
(2024-10-23). Chinese doctors perform ultra-remote surgery on Beninese patient. ecns.cn Chinese doctors successfully removed a kidney cyst from a Beninese patient by remotely controlling a surgical robot on the hospital ship Peace Ark on Monday.
(2024-10-23). Chinese experts sample Fukushima Nuclear contaminated water. ecns.cn Experts from China, South Korea, and Switzerland, in coordination with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), began marine samplings near the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant on October 15. These experts personally collected samples, which will later be analyzed in their respective laboratories.
(2024-10-23). Tech front | China launches self-developed smartphone operating system. ecns.cn China's first homegrown mobile operating system – HarmonyOS NEXT was released in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province on Tuesday as the third of its kind globally apart from Android and Apple's iOS.
(2024-10-23). North American shrub ox fossils discovered in Eurasia. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have identified two species of shrub oxen from fossils of bovidae discovered in the Gonghe Basin of Qinghai Province and the Nihewan Basin of Hebei Province. This marks the first discovery of shrub oxen in Eurasia, suggesting that they likely originated on this continent before migrating to North America.
(2024-10-23). Largest high-speed rail hub in western China aims for 2025 launch. ecns.cn Chongqing East Railway Station, the largest high-speed rail hub in Western China, is scheduled to put into operation in 2025, according to local authorities.
(2024-10-23). North China expands trade via freight rail. ecns.cn With regular freight train service from Qisumu International Logistics Park in Ulaanqab, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, to Moscow now in operation, experts said the new route opens a trade channel for North China, and will further expand its exports with the support of the Belt and Road Initiative.
(2024-10-23). Zhejiang breaks the $7,000 threshold in per capita disposable income. ecns.cn East China's Zhejiang province broke the 50,000 yuan ($7,020) threshold in terms of per capita disposable income for the first time during the Jan-Sept period this year, reaching 52,206 yuan to secure the third spot among the 31 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities in the Chinese mainland, Economic Views reported on Wednesday, quoting the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics.
(2024-10-23). Xi attends 16th BRICS Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the 16th BRICS Summit on Wednesday.
(2024-10-23). Full text of President Xi's speech at 16th BRICS Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan on Wednesday. The following is the full text of the speech.
(2024-10-23). Country to launch 14th manned space flight. ecns.cn The Shenzhou XIX spacecraft, China's next manned mission, is scheduled to be launched in the coming days to transport three astronauts to the Tiangong space station, according to plans announced by the China Manned Space Agency.
(2024-10-23). Guangzhou building biopharma hub. ecns.cn Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province, is sparing no effort to build a global hub for innovation and development of its biopharmaceutical industry, a city official said.
(2024-10-23). Tesla among first trial companies as China further opens telecom sector. ecns.cn China officially launched on Wednesday the pilot program that aims to further open up value-added telecommunications services, with sources telling China Daily that United States' vehicle maker Tesla Inc is among the first group of foreign firms to take part in the program.
(2024-10-23). Chinese developer launches multimodal model unifying video, image, text. ecns.cn The Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence (BAAI) on Monday released Emu3, a multimodal world model that unifies the understanding and generation of text, image and video modalities through next-token prediction.
(2024-10-23). Young artist makes her mark in Xizang. ecns.cn A young artist from Guiyang, Guizhou province, has left an indelible mark on a Tibetan village through her innovative 3D murals.
(2024-10-23). Nation builds strength in education. ecns.cn China issued a landmark document in late August signaling its intention to build a high-quality teaching workforce to further support the country's educational advancement.
(2024-10-23). Beijing officials crack down on illegal store closures. ecns.cn Authorities in Beijing have launched the country's first crackdown on illegal store closures that exploit and violate consumers' rights, and have placed two enterprises, three intermediary agencies and two people under investigation, officials said on Tuesday.
(2024-10-23). China prepares to launch Shenzhou-19 crewed spaceship. ecns.cn The combination of the Shenzhou-19 crewed spaceship and a Long March-2F carrier rocket has been transferred to the launch area, Oct. 22, 2024.
(2024-10-23). China launches new remote-sensing satellite group. ecns.cn A Long March-2C carrier rocket carrying a group of remote-sensing satellites blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 23, 2024.
(2024-10-23). Unlocking Chinese Cities | The global hub for 'trendsetting wigs'. ecns.cn Xuchang's wigs are exported to over 120 countries and regions, capturing more than half of the global market share. In European and American markets, the share exceeds 40%, while in the African market, it surpasses 70%.
(2024-10-23). China launches new remote-sensing satellite group. ecns.cn
(2024-10-23). China's central bank conducts first SFISF operation of 50 billion yuan. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China has conducted its first operation of the Securities, Funds and Insurance Companies Swap Facility (SFISF), with a scale of 50 billion yuan ($7.04 billion), according to the central bank on Monday.
(2024-10-23). Magnificent autumn views of Danxia landform in N China's Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Photo taken on Oct. 18, 2024 shows the magnificent autumn views of Danxia landform in Xilingol League of north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
(2024-10-23). Climate Can't Be Ignored This Election. otherwords.org Roswell, New Mexico isn't the kind of place you'd expect to find underwater, but that's exactly what happened this October. | Unfortunately, it's a sign of a troubling new reality. | Asheville, North Carolina, known for its pict…
(2024-10-23). Cash is King: Why Cash is the Best Tool to End Poverty. otherwords.org My mom's the hardest working person I know. She had a stable job and benefits, but that didn't save us from homelessness. | For years, we bounced between shelters, churches, motel rooms, and apartments. Benefits programs helped us make ends meet, as they do for tens of millions of Americans. But I can't help imagining how different my childhood would've been if my mom simply had access to more cash. | Most benefits programs provide one kind of aid and require you to jump through hoops to get it. For example, the Housing Choice Voucher Program (or "Section 8") pays landlords to house low-income tenants who can't o…
(2024-10-23). Pepe Dives Into Some Details. smoothiex12.blogspot.com At Danny's show.
(2024-10-23). How Republican-linked ads stir Israel tensions to undermine Kamala Harris. aljazeera.com Ad campaign focused on Gaza in key swing states invokes 'anti-Semitic and anti-Arab' bigotry, advocate says.
(2024-10-23). UK PM says ties with Trump 'good' after US election 'interference' claims. aljazeera.com Keir Starmer bats away accusations that Labour volunteers backing Kamala Harris made 'illegal' foreign contributions.
(2024-10-23). US election: 13 days left — What polls say, what Harris and Trump are up to. aljazeera.com Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both targeted Latino voters with their campaign activities on Tuesday.
(2024-10-23). LeBron and Bronny James share court, make NBA history as Lakers beat Wolves. aljazeera.com LeBron James shared the court with his 20-year-old son Bronny and later called the moment 'one of the greatest gifts'.
(2024-10-23). Tokyo Metro shares soar in Japan's biggest IPO since 2018. aljazeera.com Japanese subway operator's shares soar as much as 47 percent in biggest listing since 2018.
(2024-10-23). Bank of Canada cuts interest rates, says fight against inflation 'worked'. aljazeera.com The cut on Wednesday, the fourth in a row, was bigger than expected as September inflation sank below target.
(2024-10-23). Gaza parents' heartbreak as children's clothes, shoes fall to pieces. aljazeera.com Children are underdressed and exposed to the elements a year into Israel's war on Gaza.
(2024-10-23). Photos: Thousands evacuated as tropical storm batters Philippines. aljazeera.com Tropical Storm Trami brought torrential rain to eastern Philippine cities and towns, causing widespread flooding.
(2024-10-23). UK and Germany seal defence deal as they eye Russian threat. aljazeera.com The first defence pact between the two nations comes as British government pushes a reset with Europe.
(2024-10-23). China's Xi and India's Modi meet after border accord between two countries. aljazeera.com Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping hold talks on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in the Russian city of Kazan.
(2024-10-23). Cuba extends workplace, school shutdowns in wake of power blackouts. aljazeera.com The energy-saving measures come as government struggles to restore grid and surveys hurricane that killed seven.
(2024-10-23). At least four killed in attack on aerospace firm near Turkey's Ankara. aljazeera.com Local media reported explosion and gunfire at a state-run company near the country's capital.
(2024-10-23). Israeli strikes pound Lebanese southern coastal city of Tyre. aljazeera.com Hezbollah confirms death of Hashem Safieddine, who had been widely expected to be chosen as the group's next leader.
(2024-10-23). War and instability bring African governance progress to a halt: Report. aljazeera.com Democratic backsliding in Africa reflects global trend towards 'strongman politics' emboldening autocrats.
(2024-10-23). Trump, Harris turn to podcasts, and maybe Joe Rogan, for US election boost. aljazeera.com Trump expected to sit down with the world-renowned podcaster on Friday; a Harris interview is still unconfirmed.
(2024-10-23). Trump vs Harris: Who's leading in the US election polls as the vote looms? aljazeera.com We track the latest polls with less than two weeks to go before US voters choose a new president on November 5.
(2024-10-23). US says 'evidence' North Korea has sent troops to Russia. aljazeera.com Seoul's intelligence agency says double the number of soldiers previously stated sent to fight against Ukraine.
(2024-10-23). Why are victims of a Brazil dam disaster suing miner BHP in a London court? aljazeera.com The mining giant faces a potential $47bn lawsuit filed by at least 600,000 people over the 2015 mining disaster.
(2024-10-23). Why has Trump accused the UK's Labour Party of election interference? aljazeera.com The US Republican presidential candidate has filed a legal complaint against UK's governing party for meddling.
(2024-10-23). Why is Hungary's Orban sending soldiers to Chad? aljazeera.com An unlikely friendship is budding between Budapest and N'Djamena with the goal of stemming migration to Europe.
(2024-10-23). Will Biden administration prosecute Elon Musk for his $1m lottery? aljazeera.com Experts doubt that Musk will be prosecuted — even though he might be violating election laws.
(2024-10-23). Trump, the EU and the appeal of Orbanocracy. aljazeera.com What drives the popularity of Hungary's Viktor Orban is not his geopolitical game but his governance model.
(2024-10-23). Risking my life to feed people displaced by Israel's war on Lebanon. aljazeera.com As Israel intensifies its bombardment of Lebanon, volunteers risk their lives to feed those displaced across the country…
(2024-10-23). Explosion, gunshots heard outside Turkish military aircraft maker. aljazeera.com Gunmen were filmed firing outside of the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) headquarters near Ankara.
(2024-10-23). Pro-Palestinian protesters in US rename historic university hall. aljazeera.com Pro-Palestine protesters at the University of Minnesota were arrested after staging a sit-in inside a university hall.
(2024-10-23). Video shows blindfolded Palestinians taken for interrogation. aljazeera.com Dozens of blindfolded Palestinian men can be seen being taken away in Israeli military trucks.
(2024-10-23). Why questions are being raised over the Greater Israel ideology? aljazeera.com We explore the rising influence of the 'Greater Israel' ideology amid military tensions in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). McDonald's linked to E. coli outbreak that left 1 dead, dozens sick in US. aljazeera.com At least 49 people sickened after E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounders, health officials say.
(2024-10-23). Images capture exact moment Israeli missile hit building in Beirut. aljazeera.com Photographs taken second by second show projectile frozen in mid-flight before obliterating the structure.
(2024-10-23). Palestinians flee North Gaza amid Israeli bombardment. aljazeera.com Israel has carried out numerous deadly attacks since laying siege to the north of the enclave more than two weeks ago.
(2024-10-23). Giuliani ordered to hand over New York apartment to defamed election staff. aljazeera.com Former New York mayor was one of many associates of Donald Trump who made false claims over 2020 election.
(2024-10-23). Global warming worsening deadly flooding in Africa, warn scientists. aljazeera.com Africa is bearing the brunt of climate change despite producing tiny percentage of global emissions.
(2024-10-23). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 971. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 971st day, these are the main developments.
(2024-10-23). Taiwan says blockade would be act of war as China holds more drills. aljazeera.com Taiwanese defence chief says a blockade would have far-reaching consequences for international trade.
(2024-10-23). Ukraine's army readies for high-stakes fight against Russia as winter nears. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's defence editor analyses the powers and vulnerabilities of Kyiv's military as its support system slows down.
(2024-10-23). Video: Obama raps Eminem's 'Lose Yourself' at Harris rally. aljazeera.com Former US President Barack Obama rapped lyrics from Eminem's 'Lose Yourself' at a Harris rally.
(2024-10-23). Belarus President Lukashenko to seek seventh term in January vote. aljazeera.com Opposition calls for non-recognition of vote set to extend Lukashenko's 30-year rule.
(2024-10-23). Three killed, 14 wounded in attack on aviation firm near Turkey's Ankara. aljazeera.com No group has claimed responsibility for the attack that took place at a state-run company near the country's capital.
(2024-10-23). Sinaloa shootout: Mexico troops kill 19 suspected cartel members. aljazeera.com Violence has surged in Sinaloa since the arrest in July of the cartel's co-founder Ismael Zambada, now on trial in US.
(2024-10-23). Taxes and tractors in the US election. aljazeera.com We look at how the two main candidates in the US election plan to change the US economic landscape.
(2024-10-23). Video: Israeli forces attack Tyre in Lebanon and tell people to leave. aljazeera.com Video shows smoke rising after a series of Israeli air attacks on the city of Tyre in Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). Vinicius is going to win the Ballon d'Or, says Real Madrid coach Ancelotti. aljazeera.com The Brazilian forward scored a hat-trick in Real Madrid's 5-2 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.
(2024-10-23). Three killed, 5 wounded in attack on Turkish aviation firm, mayor says. aljazeera.com No group has claimed responsibility for the attack on a major defence company near the capital Ankara.
(2024-10-23). Arriving at a New Consensus: Immigrants and Asylum Seekers are a Key Driver of Economic Growth. inequality.org On June 4, 2024, President Joseph Biden signed an Executive Order allowing border agents to deny entry to humanitarian asylum seekers without an appointment. The number of asylum seekers had already declined in the months since a bipartisan border deal was agreed proposing a higher cap. Nonetheless, the limit announced by the White House was …
(2024-10-23). Wera Hobhouse MP: We can't keep shying away from it — it's time we had an open and honest conversation about legalising Assisted Dying. leftfootforward.org It's clear the tide is turning when it comes to legalising assisted dying…
(2024-10-23). Brazil publishes sustainable development study for the country's energy sector. tvbrics.com 
Study shows that Brazil has ambitions to become one of the countries with the lowest greenhouse gas emissions in energy production…
(2024-10-23). Brazilian government announces US$589 million investment in science, technology, and innovation. tvbrics.com 
The initiative will focus on enhancing research infrastructure and supporting innovation-driven projects…
(2024-10-23). India explores investment opportunities in Zimbabwe. tvbrics.com 
A delegation of Indian businessmen is visiting Zimbabwe in a bid to explore investment opportunities in the country based on its potential economic growth…
(2024-10-23). Residents of Argentine city get acquainted with traditional Russian clothing. tvbrics.com 
Headdresses, special shirts and "sarafans" were presented among the wardrobe items…
(2024-10-23). The International Monetary Fund predicts that Saudi Arabia's gross domestic product to grow by more than 4 per cent in 2025. tvbrics.com 
One of the key drivers of this impressive growth will be the agricultural sector…
(2024-10-23). Trade between Egypt and BRICS countries increases by 15 per cent in 2024. tvbrics.com 
Saudi Arabia ranked first in the list of BRICS countries with the highest investment in Egypt…
(2024-10-23). Ancient Urban Settlement Uncovered in Southeast Iran Through Archaeological Survey. tvbrics.com 
An archaeological survey reveals ancient urban settlements in Southeast Iran…
(2024-10-23). India's Space Industry Growth: Focus on Affordable Small Satellites. tvbrics.com 
Space companies in India are leading the way with affordable satellite production, attracting global attention and investment…
(2024-10-23). The XVI BRICS Summit in expanded format takes place in Kazan. tvbrics.com 
Delegates discussed topical issues on the global agenda and the expansion of mutual payments in national currencies…
(2024-10-23). BRICS leaders adopt final declaration of XVI BRICS summit. tvbrics.com The document includes 134 paragraphs…
(2024-10-23). Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova: BRICS summit in Kazan is one of the most ambitious events of the decade. tvbrics.com 
Representatives of 36 countries and 6 international organisations have arrived in the capital of Tatarstan…
(2024-10-23). The XVI BRICS Summit in expanded format takes place in Kazan. tvbrics.com Delegates discussed topical issues on the global agenda and the expansion of mutual payments in national currencies…
(2024-10-23). UAE Minister of Justice opens Legal Book Fair. tvbrics.com 
Event provides legal researchers and practitioners with access to the latest legal publications, both in print and digital format…
(2024-10-23). Peter Lynch's death should be a warning to us all. expose-news.com On the 19th of October, 2024, Mr Peter Lynch, 61, died in HMP Moorland, near Doncaster. He was a husband of 36 years, a father to 3 grown children, and a grandfather …
(2024-10-23). Robin Monotti answers James Roguski's call: "I object to the WHO's Pandemic Agreement" expose-news.com "I object to the WHO's Pandemic Agreement. Medicine should only be carried out between doctor and patient," Robin Monotti said. It's bad enough when governments start to dictate medicine. It's even worse …
(2024-10-23). What religion does King Charles follow? expose-news.com In 1996, the grand mufti of Cyprus, Nazim Al-Haqqani, accused Prince Charles of secretly converting to Islam in Turkey, which Buckingham Palace dismissed as "nonsense." "Did you know that Prince Charles has …
(2024-10-23). The New Nuclear Push: New Package, Same Lies. counterpunch.org 
Nuclear power zealots are engaged in their biggest push in years in the United States and internationally. Headlines of recent pieces online about nuclear power include: "Japan's top business lobby proposes maximum use of nuclear energy." And, U.S. "looks to resurrect more nuclear power." And, "European nations back nuclear power ahead of major climate summit."
(2024-10-23). Israel has Taken Human Shields to a Whole New Criminal Level. counterpunch.org 
In the past, Israeli troops have used robots and trained dogs with cameras on their collars, as well as Palestinian civilians, to serve as shields. However, Palestinians who were used as shields always wore civilian clothes and thus could be identified as civilians. Now, by dressing Palestinian civilians in military garb and sending them into the tunnels, the Israeli military has, in effect, altered the very logic of human shielding.
(2024-10-23). The Global War on Children. counterpunch.org 
(2024-10-23). The Myth of Greater Israel Drives Zionist Genocidal Expansionism. counterpunch.org 
On October 7 2023, Hamas breached the 17-year-long Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip with a brutal, coordinated attack on at least seven Israeli military installations surrounded by more than 20 residential communities. In a retaliatory frenzy, Israel unleashed a mass Hannibal directive, with tanks and gunships firing indiscriminately at both Palestinians and Israelis, foreshadowing its deliberate criminal
(2024-10-23). Russian man charged for fatal stabbing of 2 Ukrainian soldiers in Germany. scmp.com The man is charged with murder and a state court in Munich will now have to decide whether and when the case will go to trial.
(2024-10-23). Ukraine war ending scenarios. strategic-culture.su 
Russia must closely monitor the actions of Prime Minister Rutte. His statements about his desire to engage in dangerous confrontation suggest that he is not willing to wait to carry out his plans | Join us on , , and . | Co…
(2024-10-23). Poland: The ICRC supports National Societies in collecting and managing tracing cases of persons missing in relation to international armed conflict in Ukraine. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Missing a pastry-scented home. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). CSIS is here to protect Canadians? Two "Persons of Interest" under their Microscope. globalresearch.ca "Canada is literally arming Nazis in Ukraine who are bombing civilians in Donbass, and I have been there under the bombs. Canada is not there to protect me." — Eva Bartlett | The following interview took place on October 16. Two …
(2024-10-23). US and China why not a deal? nationofchange.org The very real dangers—ecological as well as geopolitical—that the world now faces encourage finding some kind of negotiated agreement on a multi-polar world.
(2024-10-23). October 7, 2001: America's "Just War" against Afghanistan: Women's Rights "Before" and "After" America's Destructive Wars. globalresearch.ca Unknown to Americans, in the 1970s and early 1980s, Kabul was "a cosmopolitan city. Artists and hippies flocked to the capital. Women studied agriculture, engineering and business at the city's university. Afghan women held government jobs".
(2024-10-23). Maduro in Kazan: Venezuela is Ready for a New World. orinocotribune.com Upon his arrival in Kazan, the president said that "Venezuela comes to offer a portfolio to investors who wish to invest in the country with the largest oil reserves in the world." | The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, arrived this Tuesday in the Russian city of Kazan to participate in the 26th summit of the BRICS group that will be held until October 24. | Upon his arrival, President Maduro said that "the BRICS have become the epicenter of the multipolar world, and at the same time, they represent the hope that the countries of the global south, who aspire to development, have the possibility of accessin…
(2024-10-23). Roadblocks Erected Throughout Bolivia in Protests Against Arce Government. orinocotribune.com In Bolivia, the government of Luis Arce is confronted by the protests of peasants and workers, who are carrying out massive roadblocks. The pressure measure, which began five days ago, already affects four of the nine departments of the country and continues to expand. | The government's strategy of containment and delegitimization of this mass action, a strategy that was led by the minister of the presidency, Marianela Prada, and the minister of government, Eduardo del Castillo, did not yield results. Both authorities took on the task of minimizing the scope of the protest, stating that it was only seeking to pr…
(2024-10-23). New Poll Has An Independent Populist Upending The Senate With A Nebraska Upset. progressivehub.net RYAN GRIM | DROP SITE NEWS…
(2024-10-23). The Democrats Have Always Been "Liberal" Interventionists. progressivehub.net BRANDAN P. BUCK | RESPONSIBLE STATECRAFT…
(2024-10-23). The Right Wants To Overturn A Foundational Labor Law. progressivehub.net SHAUN RICHMAN | IN THESE TIMES…
(2024-10-23). Canada Must Act NOW to Stop Israeli War Crimes in Northern Gaza. socialistproject.ca 
Dear Prime Minister, | We, the undersigned humanitarian, religious, community and civil society organizations from all over Canada, express profound alarm at the rapidly worsening situation in northern Gaza. Civilians are being burned alive in an ongoing campaign of violence that has reached unimaginable levels of brutality. | The humanitarian infrastructure has completely collapsed — no clean water is available, with
(2024-10-23). Israel bombards Lebanon's Tyre, WHO halts Gaza polio vaccines. newarab.com 
Israel has bombarded Many of the city's residents, who
(2024-10-23). How Biden's Middle East policy helped fuel a regional war. newarab.com 
The Biden administration responded optimistically to The White House immediately However, Israeli Prime Minister Be…
(2024-10-23). Israel is targeting Gazans trying to go back to their homes. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Strangers in Light Coats: Poetry of time, memory, and exile. newarab.com 
The book is section…
(2024-10-23). US Arab film festival to screen authentic films from the region. newarab.com 
After pausing last year's film series due to Israel's The 28th edition of the festival will open with a Palestinian film from Gaza at the Palace of Fine Arts in the city's Marina District, and close w…
(2024-10-23). War-stricken Sudan battles cholera and other deadly diseases. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Activists say over 70 dead in two days of fighting in Sudan. newarab.com 
Four children were among 20 people killed in an army air strike in the capital Khartoum on Tuesday, The strike wounded 27 people, including women and children, and left bodies "charred", according to the emergency response room (ERR) in Khartoum's south belt, one of hundreds of youth-led volunteer groups. | In Al-Jazira state just south of Khartoum, fierce clashes ignited on Sunday after a paramilitary commander defected…
(2024-10-23). Family of Israeli soldier killed in Gaza told to remove cross. newarab.com 
The family of a David Bogdanovskyi was killed in December during Israel's His family told Israeli media that they were ordered by the Public Council for Commemoration of Fallen Soldiers in the…
(2024-10-23). Gaza and Lebanon in focus as BRICS leaders call for ceasefire. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Gaza war sees Arab Americans tilt toward Trump. newarab.com 
Former President The Saudi-based news outlet Arab News commissioned a poll looking at voter intentions among Arab Americans ahead of the upcoming The poll indicates that 45 pe…
(2024-10-23). Iranian IRGC general charged in murder plot of dissident in US. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Israel committed 'countless' war crimes in Lebanon in one month. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Israel used US-linked SPICE 2000 in Beirut tower attack: expert. newarab.com 
A The ten-story block in Beirut's Tayouneh neighbourhood was flattened shortly after an evacuation order was issued by the Israeli army's Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee. | The building was "completely destroyed", according to Lebanon's National News Agency. | Video captu…
(2024-10-23). Israeli army bans radical 'Messiah' patch from uniforms. newarab.com 
The Israeli Army Chief of Staff
(2024-10-23). Israelis plan Gaza resettlement at conference on enclave border. newarab.com 
Hundreds of far-right The two-day event, held on 20-21 October under the slogan "Gaza is Ours, Forever", Jewish extremists meet in a closed military zone near the settlement of Be'eri, at the Gaza border, to call…
(2024-10-23). Mia Khalifa 'warns U.S. soldiers against fighting for Israel'. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Moroccan TV condemned for casting Israeli-Moroccan actress. newarab.com 
Moroccan "She's a war criminal who supports the annihilation of Gaza. There's no difference between her and Netanyahu (Israeli PM)", argued Mohamed El-Ghafri, a pro-Palestine activis…
(2024-10-23). Netanyahu swerves US calls to reject genocidal 'General's Plan'. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resisted calls from top US officials to publicly disavow the so-called ' The Israeli leader and top aide Ron Dermer denied that the plan was being implemented in talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday, but sidestepped the top US diplomat's urging for a public clarification, according to The Times of Israel, citing an unnamed US official. | The talks came amid Isr…
(2024-10-23). Trump campaign accuses UK Labour Party of election interference. newarab.com 
The Republican candidate's camp has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission in Washington, calling for an investigation into what it termed apparently ille…
(2024-10-23). Turkey extends role in Lebanon UN peacekeeping mission. newarab.com 
The Turkey has contributed to
(2024-10-23). Turkey says three dead, five injured after attack at TUSAS site. newarab.com 
The mayor of Kahramankazan, Slim Cirpanoglu, told Turkish TV channel Tele1 that three people were killed and five wounded in the attack. | In a social media post on X Int…
(2024-10-23). UK PM Starmer meets UK-Palestinian families after Gaza criticism. newarab.com 
UK Prime Minister Starmer and Deputy Prime Minister
(2024-10-23). University of Milan suspends ties with Israel over Gaza war. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). X admits 'error' reinstating Khashoggi murder suspect's account. newarab.com 
Social media platform The account of "Due to an error the suspension was originally lif…
(2024-10-23). From Gaza to media scandals: Starmer's disastrous first 100 days. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). US Arab film festival to screen authentic films from the region. newarab.com
(2024-10-23). Egypt's Sisi hails Russian support at BRICS summit. newarab.com 
In statements aired by Russian news agencies, Sisi praised "the development of bilateral relations" between Egypt and Russia in recent years, in particular Moscow's "effective contribution to (Egypt's) national projects". | Chief among them, Sisi said, is Egy…
(2024-10-23). EU migrant deal with Tunisia lacked transparency. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Gaza war sees Arab Americans tilt toward Trump over Gaza war. newarab.com Former President The Saudi-based news outlet Arab News commissioned a poll looking at voter intentions among Arab Americans ahead of the upcoming The poll indicates that 45 pe…
(2024-10-23). Iran, Saudi reportedly plan joint Red Sea military exercises. newarab.com 
The two Middle East
(2024-10-23). Israel expels hundreds from Jabalia as 'bodies fill streets'. newarab.com 
Israeli forces have expelled hundreds of Palestinians from the Jabalia refugee camp in The move comes amid fears that Israel was implementing the ' Palestinians forced to leave northern Gaza along 'safe' routes to the south have reported seeing streets strewn…
(2024-10-23). Israel orders expulsion of Tyre neighbourhoods amid strikes. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Israel seeks Egypt's help for truce talks with Hamas. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). Lebanese students displaced by Israel resume education in Iraq. newarab.com 
(2024-10-23). 'Smell of death is everywhere' in northern Gaza. newarab.com 
All roads in the Dozens of bodies are lying in the streets. Some of the corpses are being eaten by stray dogs because ambulances and civil defence crews are unabl…
(2024-10-23). Tunisia adds jail time for former presidential candidate. newarab.com 
Jailed Tunisian politician Zammel, one of only two candidates allowed to run against President Kais Saied earlier this month, was arrested in early September, on the same day that electoral authorities had approved his candidacy. | A court in the central city of Kairouan sentenced Zammel late Monday to five more years…
(2024-10-23). UK says Israel arms exports won't be used to break int'l law. newarab.com 
A UK minister has told parliament that arms exports to Israel comply with UK Labour Minister It comes a…
(2024-10-23). 41-year lessons of the 1983 U.S. Marines Beirut barracks bombing. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's goal of The United States also has been attacking targets…
(2024-10-23). 1000s evacuate to Beirut amid intense Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of residents of southern Lebanon continue to flee their villages and cities toward Beirut.
(2024-10-23). Thousands gather for Gaza in Istanbul on conflict anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands gather in Istanbul in solidarity with the Palestinian people.
(2024-10-23). The world is still silent, say Britons on anniversary of Gaza war. presstv.ir Britons marked one year since Israel's bombardment in response to the October 7 attacks by Hamas.
(2024-10-23). 'You cannot be neutral in a genocide', Greta Thunberg joins pro-Palestine rally in Milan. presstv.ir Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg participated in a pro-Palestinian rally in Milan to show solidarity with Palestinians.
(2024-10-23). Russian, Chinese warships conduct joint drills in Pacific Ocean. presstv.ir Russian and Chinese warships have carried out anti-submarine firing exercises in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.
(2024-10-23). Smoke rises over Sudan's capital as fighting rages on. presstv.ir Smoke billows from Khartoum as the Sudanese army targets Rapid Support Forces in the capital.
(2024-10-23). North Korea blows up roads connecting it to the South. presstv.ir North Korean soldiers have blown up sections of the deeply symbolic roads connecting it to the South.
(2024-10-23). Iranian doctor martyred during Israeli aggression against Lebanon. presstv.ir An Iranian doctor is martyred as a result of Israeli aggression against northern Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). Over 470,000 Gazans 'perishing en masse' in north amid siege: Palestinian envoy. presstv.ir The Palestinian ambassador to the UN says more than 470,000 people are facing imminent massacre in northern Gaza.
(2024-10-23). 'Unbelievable response' awaits any Israeli action against Iran: Pezeshkian. presstv.ir Iran's president asserts that any potential Israeli act of aggression against the country will be met with a "decisive and unbelievable" response.
(2024-10-23). Obama urges voters to 'turn the page' on Trump. presstv.ir US President Barack Obama urges voters in the swing state of Wisconsin to "turn the page" on Donald Trump.
(2024-10-23). Hezbollah launches retaliatory strikes on Israeli military positions. presstv.ir Fighters from Hezbollah have carried out a series of operations, aiming at various Israeli military positions in the occupied territories.
(2024-10-23). Leader: Struggles of Nasrallah, Sinwar changed fate of West Asia. presstv.ir Iran's Leader says the martyrdom of Hamas Political Bureau chief, Yahya Sinwar, and Hezbollah's Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah served to change the fate of the West Asia region.
(2024-10-23). Humans of Gaza: Paramedic, aid volunteer and Quran reciter Anas Al-Masry killed. presstv.ir Anas Salman Al-Masry, a paramedic, aid volunteer and Quran reciter, was killed in an Israeli airstrike that targeted his camp in Beit Lahia, a city in northern Gaza.
(2024-10-23). Turkey's aerospace company targeted in 'terror attack,' 4 killed. presstv.ir Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya wrote in a message on X that it was a "terror attack."
(2024-10-23). Iran: BRICS must accelerate de-dollarization of global economy. presstv.ir That includes, President Pezeshkian said, creating a BRICS currency basket or a new settlement mechanism independent of the dollar.
(2024-10-23). Hezbollah confirms martyrdom of senior leader Hashem Safieddine. presstv.ir The Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah has confirmed the martyrdom of the head of its Executive Council, Sayyed Hashem Safieddine.
(2024-10-23). Profile: Hashem Safieddine, veteran Hezbollah leader and Nasrallah's closest confidante. presstv.ir A close aide to the martyred Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, Hashem Safieddine had for long been the head of the Lebanese resistance movement's executive council.
(2024-10-23). Pezeshkian: Iran-Russia ties strategic, highly beneficial. presstv.ir The Iranian president was speaking in a meeting with his counterpart Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Kazan.
(2024-10-23). Israel has killed 770 Palestinians in 19 days of Jabalia siege: Gaza media office. presstv.ir The Jabalia refugee camp has been the focus of the Israeli operation for 19 days.
(2024-10-23). Hashem Safieddine left behind 'inspiring' legacy of resistance: Iran president. presstv.ir The Hezbollah leader left behind a brilliant legacy of resistance in the path of Islam and the fight against oppression and tyranny, says President Pezeshkian.
(2024-10-23). Anti-Israeli fight to last until end of occupation: Iran on senior Hezbollah leader's martyrdom. presstv.ir The Foreign Ministry offers its condolences and strong condemnation following the martyrdom of a senior Hezbollah leader during Israeli aggression against Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). 1000s evacuate to Beirut amid intense Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of residents of southern Lebanon continue to flee their villages and cities toward Beirut.
(2024-10-23). Thousands gather for Gaza in Istanbul on conflict anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands gather in Istanbul in solidarity with the Palestinian people.
(2024-10-23). Russian, Chinese warships conduct joint drills in Pacific Ocean. presstv.ir Russian and Chinese warships have carried out anti-submarine firing exercises in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.
(2024-10-23). Smoke rises over Sudan's capital as fighting rages on. presstv.ir Smoke billows from Khartoum as the Sudanese army targets Rapid Support Forces in the capital.
(2024-10-23). North Korea blows up roads connecting it to the South. presstv.ir North Korean soldiers have blown up sections of the deeply symbolic roads connecting it to the South.
(2024-10-23). Spanish artists, academics call on Madrid to halt arms trade with Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Spanish artists and academics urge their government to stop sending arms and military equipment to Israel amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza.
(2024-10-23). Pezeshkian says seeking to prevent conflict expansion as Modi blasts Israel's genocide. presstv.ir Iran's president lays emphasis on the country's underway endeavor towards preventing expansion of regional tensions during a meeting with India's prime minister.
(2024-10-23). Iraqi resistance conducts fresh drone attacks on vital Israeli targets. presstv.ir Fighters from Iraqi anti-terror groups conduct a string of drone strikes on Israeli military positions in the occupied territories.
(2024-10-23). Persian Gulf trio islands belong to Iran; West seeking excuse for regional presence: Tangsiri. presstv.ir The IRGC Navy commander says the West is using the Iranian trio islands in the Persian Gulf as an excuse to justify its presence in the region.
(2024-10-23). BRICS becoming 'new global pole' to upend West's monopoly: Iran FM. presstv.ir Iran says the BRICS group of emerging economies is turning into a new pole across the globe.
(2024-10-23). Iranian doctor martyred during Israeli aggression against Lebanon. presstv.ir An Iranian doctor is martyred as a result of Israeli aggression against northern Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). Over 470,000 Gazans 'perishing en masse' in north amid siege: Palestinian envoy. presstv.ir The Palestinian ambassador to the UN says more than 470,000 people are facing imminent massacre in northern Gaza.
(2024-10-23). 'Unbelievable response' awaits any Israeli action against Iran: Pezeshkian. presstv.ir Iran's president asserts that any potential Israeli act of aggression against the country will be met with a "decisive and unbelievable" response.
(2024-10-23). 'Make every wound a weapon: Dissecting Yahya Sinwar's poetic and powerful last will. presstv.ir Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, in his poetic and powerful last will, called for the continuation of resistance against the Israeli occupation, urging Palestinians to carry the dream of Palestine in their hearts.
(2024-10-23). Obama urges voters to 'turn the page' on Trump. presstv.ir US President Barack Obama urges voters in the swing state of Wisconsin to "turn the page" on Donald Trump.
(2024-10-23). Saudi channels became 'Zionists more than Zionists themselves': Ramallah activists. presstv.ir A group of youth activists in the occupied West Bank city of Ramallah have condemned in the strongest terms a recent affront by Saudi-owned media outlets to the martyred leaders and top commanders of the resistance front.
(2024-10-23). Hezbollah launches retaliatory strikes on Israeli military positions. presstv.ir Fighters from Hezbollah have carried out a series of operations, aiming at various Israeli military positions in the occupied territories.
(2024-10-23). Leader: Struggles of Nasrallah, Sinwar changed fate of West Asia region. presstv.ir Iran's Leader says the martyrdom of Hamas Political Bureau chief, Yahya Sinwar, and Hezbollah's Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah served to change the fate of the West Asia region.
(2024-10-23). Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). Unprecedented since 2019: over 200 people joined the CADTM Autumn Meetings. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). CADTM International Council | Day 1 | The polycrisis of capitalism. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). Demanding Debt, Economic and Climate Justice! cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). The World Bank mired in contradictions about poverty. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). The World Bank, the IMF and the respect of human rights. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). IMF and BRICS: no return to Bretton Woods. cadtm.org This week the IMF-World Bank semi-annual meeting takes place in Washington, US. At the same time, the BRICS+ group meets in Kazan, Russia, that set the future world economic order to be established at the end of WW2. At the time, the then US president Franklin Roosevelt offered these prophetic words: "The point in history at which we stand is full of promise and of danger. The world will either move toward unity and widely shared prosperity or it will move apart into necessarily competing (…) | – | / | <...
(2024-10-23). Measuring global poverty. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). The Kenyan Uprising. cadtm.org
(2024-10-23). Colonizers Cut 100 Olive Trees Near Bethlehem, Burn Dozens Near Salfit. imemc.org 
Illegal Israeli colonizers cut down 100 olive trees, demolished an agricultural room near Bethlehem, and burned dozens of olive trees near Salfit, in the southern and central parts of the occupied West Bank. On Tuesday night, illegal Israeli colonizers cut down 100 olive trees, destroyed an agricultural room, and stole its contents near the "Asfar" …
(2024-10-23). Army Abducts Two Palestinians In Ramallah And Qalqilia. imemc.org 
At dawn on Wednesday dawn, Israeli soldiers abducted two Palestinians in Ramallah and Qalqilia Governorate, and invaded Salfit, in the occupied West Bank. In Ramallah, in the central West Bank, the soldiers invaded the village of Jiljilyya, north of the city. They abducted a young man, Mustafa Hassan Al-Atrash, after storming his home and ransacking …
(2024-10-23). Day 381 Update: Serious Escalation In Northern Gaza, Dozens Of Casualties. imemc.org 
On Tuesday, Day 381 of the ongoing genocide, Israeli occupation forces continued the bombing and shelling of various parts of the coastal enclave, especially in northern Gaza, causing dozens of casualties. Al-Jazeera said that the Israeli army carried out more than 20 airstrikes on various parts of the Gaza Strip in just a few hours. …
(2024-10-23). Israeli Soldiers Shoot A Teenage Boy Near Hebron. imemc.org 
Early Wednesday, Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian teenage boy with live ammunition during protests that erupted after several military vehicles invaded the town of Halhul, north of Hebron in the occupied West Bank's southern part. Media reported that several military jeeps invaded the town before the soldiers closed several streets, leading to protests. They added …
(2024-10-23). Soldiers Invade Two Villages In Bethlehem and Hebron. imemc.org 
On Tuesday evening, Israeli troops raided Al-Manshiyya village, south of Bethlehem, and Ethna, west of Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, closing streets and interrogating many Palestinians. Khader 'Obeyyat, head of the Al-Manshiyya Village Council, stated that several military vehicles invaded the village from its main entrance. He added that the soldiers stormed the village's …
(2024-10-23). We Really Are The Bad Guys And This Really Is The Evil Empire. strategic-culture.su by Caitlin Johnstone | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | It takes some learning and insight to understand that western civilization really is the a…
(2024-10-23). Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance fighters target Israeli gathering between Adaisseh and Rub Al-Thalatheen towns with barrages of rockets: statements. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Israeli warplanes strike Khiam and the outskirts of Litani riverbed between the town of Blat and Al-Jabbour Heights: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Islamic Resistance in Iraq Strikes Israeli Targets at Dawn. english.almanar.com.lb The Islamic Resistance in Iraq reported the execution of three drone strikes targeting key locations in Israeli-occupied territories during the early hours of Wednesday. The Resistant group confirmed that one of the strikes was directed at a crucial site in the Golan Heights, while two additional drone attacks were launched against targets in Eilat, referred …
(2024-10-23). Islamic Resistance fighters target an Israeli gathering at the area between Misgav Am, Rub Al-Thalatheen and Markaba with a barrage of rockets: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Israeli media: Sirens sound as rockets fired from Lebanon at Acre and Krayot. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Israeli media: Damage by rocket impact in an industrial area near Acre. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Watch Hezbollah Man Steadily Fighting Israelis: "Our Soul Which Fights" english.almanar.com.lb Israeli media released on Tuesday a video showing Hezbollah fighter valiantly combating the enemy troops in southern Lebanon. With calm and measured movements, Ibrahim Haidar, known as "Karrar Al-Chyah", is seen switching between his machine gun and RPG to inflict casualties on the invading Zionist forces. With unwavering resolute, and despite bullets raining on him …
(2024-10-23). Islamic Resistance fighters target Israeli gatherings near Adaisseh anew: statements. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Hezbollah Strikes Tel Aviv Anew, Targets Israelis in Northern and Border Areas. english.almanar.com.lb Hezbollah on Wednesday kept up its attacks against Israeli sites and gatherings across the Zionist entity, with Tel Aviv being a routine and daily target to the Lebanese resistance group. Hezbollah Military Media announced the strikes, stressing that the operations are "in support of our steadfast Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and backing their …
(2024-10-23). Chinese president on the war on Gaza and Lebanon: We need to push for a ceasefire. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Venezuelan government slams terrorist attack in Türkiye. plenglish.com/feed/ Caracas, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Venezuela today strongly condemned the terrorist attack against the Turkish Aerospace Industries facilities, located in the district of Kahramankazan, in Ankara, which left four dead and several injured.
(2024-10-23). Cuban and Chinese Communists hold meeting in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Organization Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC), Roberto Morales, and head of the Propaganda Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Li Shulei, inaugurated here today the 6th Theoretical Seminar on both political groups.
(2024-10-23). U.S. court overturns ruling against cruisers that called at Cuba. plenglish.com Washington, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) A U.S. federal appeals court overturned a ruling for more than $400 million in fines against four cruise lines, on the arbitrary charge of 'trafficking in confiscated goods' in Cuba.
(2024-10-23). Cuban and Vietnamese unions cement ties in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Cuban and Vietnamese unions strengthened ties on Wednesday during a visit here by Nguyén Ngoc Huyén, vice-secretary general of the Construction Union of Vietnam.
(2024-10-23). China reiterates concern over Middle East's escalation. plenglish.com Beijing, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) China on Wednesday reaffirmed its deep concern over the continued escalation of instability in the Middle East and rejected any action that violates Lebanon's sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.
(2024-10-23). Cuba can withstand any gale, says Ambassador to Argentina. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban people will withstand any gale, Cuban Ambassador to Argentina, Pedro Pablo Prada, assured on Wednesday and condemned the foreign policy and aggressions of the United States against his country.
(2024-10-23). Ecuador ongoing power crisis takes heavy toll on the economy. plenglish.com Quito, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Ecuador marks on Wednesday one month of extended daily blackouts due to the energy crisis gripping the country, in the aftermath of drought and lack of appropriate investment, a situation that affects the economy and daily life at large.
(2024-10-23). US lawmakers are criticized in Honduras for meddling. plenglish.com Tegucigalpa, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Honduras' National Congress Speaker, Luis Redondo has reportedly chastised US Republican lawmakers Maria Elvira Salazar and Carlos Gimenez for meddling in this nation's elections.
(2024-10-23). Cuba debuts with victory at the Caribbean Baseball Cup. plenglish.com Nassau, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban baseball team, made up of young talents, defeated Saint Martín 8-0 at the opening game of the 6th Caribbean Cup, which will be played in this capital until next Monday.
(2024-10-23). Chinese press denounces US blockade facing Cuba's energy crisis. plenglish.com Beijing, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Chinese media, on Wednesday, condemned the US blockade against Cuba and denounced its responsibility in the energy emergency the Caribbean nation is facing.
(2024-10-23). Cuban pitcher not to play at Premier 12 tournament. plenglish.com Havana, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban team scheduled to play at the 3rd edition of the Premier 12 Baseball Tournament on November 9-24 has lost pitcher Ronald Bolaños, the Cuban Federation of this sport announced on Wednesday.
(2024-10-23). Cuban government focuses attention on province hit by Oscar. plenglish.com Havana, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban government is carrying out a series of actions to support the province of Guantánamo, located in the easternmost part of the country, which remains in an alert phase as a result of the flooding caused by tropical storm Oscar.
(2024-10-23). China inaugurates a Linking Office of the University of Havana. plenglish.com Hangzhou, China, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) A Linking Office of the University of Havana was inaugurated to promote educational, cultural exchange and economic cooperation between China and Cuba.
(2024-10-23). On Disarmament Week UN calls for definitive step towards peace. plenglish.com United Nations, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) World Disarmament Week promotes an effort for peace as the world goes through one of the tensest moments since World War II and the foundation of the UN.
(2024-10-23). Bolivia expects great benefits from President's visit to Russia. plenglish.com La Paz, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Bolivia hopes to obtain great benefits from the participation of President Luis Arce in the 16th Summit of the BRICS group based in Russia.
(2024-10-23). ECLAC to present regional foreign trade outlook in Chile. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) will present at its headquarters in Chile the annual report on the outlook for international trade in the region for 2024.
(2024-10-23). Transport workers and other sectors in Peru go on strikes. plenglish.com Lima, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) A transport worker's strike, which the government is trying to minimize and discredit, will take place in Peru, while protests continue against a transnational mining project in the southern Andean region of Arequipa.
(2024-10-23). Brazil's Supreme Court sets for November trial on social networks. plenglish.com Brasilia, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Brazil's Supreme Court (STF) has set for November 27th, the trial on social networks, which is immersed in an intense public debate.
(2024-10-23). Cuba's energy sector shows better prospects. plenglish.com The director of Electric Energy of the Ministry of Energy and Mines, Lázaro Guerra, explained through the national television system, that during the early hours of Wednesday, units 3 and 6 of the Renté thermoelectric plant should be incorporated, which will increase electricity coverage. | He also said that at 8: 00 p.m. (local time) in Cuba there was a generation deficit of 833 megawatts, a situation that will improve with the entry into service of the units that are starting up, while there is fuel coverage for distributed generation, decreasing the number of power outages. | In further information on the TV, t…
(2024-10-23). Mexico offers technical support; analyzes sending fuel to Cuba. plenglish.com Mexico City, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Mexico is offering technical support to Cuba in the face of the current power emergency and is analyzing whether fuel aid is also necessary, President Claudia Sheinbaum said today, as she ratified her nation's stance against the blockade.
(2024-10-23). SCOTT RITTER: Iran's Bomb Is Real — And It's Here. strategic-culture.su By Scott Ritter | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | For months now, the world has focused on the danger of nuclear war between the United States an…
(2024-10-23). Gaza polio vaccination for children halted due to Israeli attacks. indybay.org
(2024-10-23). Thursday 10/24: Bay Area People's Arms Embargo – MASK OFF MAERSK! indybay.org 1266 66th St, Emeryville, CA…
(2024-10-23). Universities Raze Jewish Students' Gaza Solidarity Sukkahs. indybay.org To honor the Sukkot holiday, students from Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) and other Jewish-led organizations constructed Gaza solidarity sukkahs on campuses including Northwestern University; University of Chicago; Brown University; Columbia University; University of Washington; University of California, Berkeley; Stanford University; Yale University; University of North Carolina; University of California, Los Angeles; Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Rutgers University; University of California, San Diego; and other schools.
(2024-10-23). Wednesday 10/23: What's on the Ballot? CA Props Info w/ CA Poor People's Campaign (nonpartisan). indybay.org Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrd-y……
(2024-10-23). Biden regime authorizes CIA mercenaries to run biometric concentration camps in Gaza Strip. indybay.org
(2024-10-23). Saturday 10/26: From Frisco to Falastin: Stop Scott Wiener's War Machine. indybay.org 24th St. and Noe St. (meet in front of the Gaza mural) – in the heart of Noe Valley, San Francisco. Nearest BART station is the 24th St. Mission BART station.
(2024-10-23). Saturday 10/26: FROM FRISCO TO FALASTIN: STOP SCOTT WIENER'S WAR MACHINE. indybay.org 24th St. and Noe St. (meet in front of the Gaza mural) – in the heart of Noe Valley, San Francisco. Nearest BART station is the 24th St. Mission BART station.
(2024-10-23). Popular Detroit Muslim leader ejected from Kamala Harris rally. indybay.org The police officer said, 'You either leave now or I'll put you in the back of my car.'"
(2024-10-23). ICRC Activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: Annual Review 2023. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Budapest: Remembering the ICRC Delegate who saved Jewish children during WWII. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Central African Republic: Clean drinking water remains a luxury. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). COP29: The ICRC's call to implement ambitious mitigation measures and scale up climate action in conflict settings. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Draft environmental and social safeguard documents for consultation: Myanmar Community Assistance Livelihood Project (MCLAP). icrc.org
(2024-10-23). ICRC in Afghanistan — Summary. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). IHL commemoration in Romania: 70 years since the ratification of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Information for people affected by the conflict in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Lebanon: Frequently asked questions about international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians, and our work in conflict. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Nigeria: Overcoming mental health challenges in the face of crisis. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Poland: Polish Red Cross launched Emblem Campaign. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Professional Standards for Protection Work 2024: Fourth edition. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). SWIRMO: Building International Humanitarian Law into Military Planning and Operational Practices. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Syria: Twinning the Judiciary and Forensic to Address Complex Humanitarian Challenges. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Ethiopia: Children disproportionately affected by weapon contamination. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). ICRC congratulates Nihon Hidankyo on Nobel Peace Prize and work to ensure nuclear weapons are never used again. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Joint Press Release: AU-ICRC Roundtable Reinforces Commitment to Strengthening Conduct and Discipline in Peace Support Operations. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Lebanon: ICRC deploys surgical team amid escalating humanitarian crisis. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Nigeria: Admissions of malnourished children rise amid four-year high in food insecurity due to conflict and climate. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Investigating and prosecuting serious violations: an important tool against impunity. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Let us remember that disarmament saves lives, curbs arms race, moderates the inhumanity of war, and fosters peace. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Health-care workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org
(2024-10-23). The Watermelon Scare: Attacks on Palestine Solidarity Activists Aim to Silence Anti-War Movement. itsgoingdown.org On October 15th, the Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network was labeled a "terrorist entity" by Canada and subjected to sanctions by the United States. These designations follow a previous ban in Germany and the labeling of Samidoun as a "terrorist organization" by Israel. The U.S. claims Samidoun is a "sham fundraiser whose efforts have supported…
(2024-10-23). Republicans aren't waiting for Trump — Project 2025 starts now. peoplesworld.org 
The far-right Heritage Foundation may have drafted its Project 2025 as an ambitious agenda for a second Trump presidency, but Republicans in Congress aren't waiting around for that. GOP lawmakers in the House of Representatives have already added more than 300 Project 2025 poison pills into draft government spending bills that must be passed before …
(2024-10-23). Biden-Harris Admin announces $428M for coal communities to expand clean energy manufacturing. peoplesworld.org 
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Tuesday $428 million in grant funding for the building and expansion of green energy manufacturing in communities where coal mines have recently been decommissioned. The 14 projects in 15 United States coal communities were chosen by DOE's Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) and …
(2024-10-23). Republican officials in Indiana seek to purge voter rolls, Hoosiers fight back. peoplesworld.org 
INDIANAPOLIS—In an attack on the voting rights of legal immigrants and Black and brown working people, on Oct. 7 Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita and Secretary of State Diego Morales asked Ur M. Jaddou, Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, to "verify" the citizenship of over 10% of the state's registered voters — some …
(2024-10-23). Adventists sue Maryland to demand job discrimination by religion. peoplesworld.org 
BALTIMORE—Can you imagine a religion insisting you be of its "right" faith to be a janitor? The Seventh Day Adventists are demanding Maryland let them discriminate that way. In a lawsuit filed October 8 in U.S. District Court in Baltimore, the headquarters of the church says Maryland so narrowly interprets its Constitution's religious exemptions on …
(2024-10-23). Flak flew as Boeing Machinists vote on second tentative contract. peoplesworld.org 
SEATTLE—Flak flew against Machinists leaders as 32,000 members who work for Boeing in Seattle, Everett, and elsewhere around Puget Sound in Washington and another 1,200 who toil in Portland, Ore., went to the polls on October 23 to vote on a second tentative agreement with the giant, but financially reeling, aircraft maker. There were two …
(2024-10-23). Barbara Dane, a fighter to the end. peoplesworld.org 
BERLIN — Barbara's death hits me hard. Though so distant I always thought of her as a close friend. When we first met 77 years ago — we were in Prague for the first World Youth Festival — I would have loved to become even more than just that. I was a simple member of …
(2024-10-23). For Cuba, U.S. elections have major consequences. peoplesworld.org 
At the end of October, the United Nations General Assembly, for the 32nd consecutive year, will be voting on a resolution submitted by Cuba claiming "the necessity to put an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States of America against Cuba." As they do every year, the delegates will most likely …
(2024-10-23). Israeli citizens calling for true international pressure on Israel for an immediate ceasefire. pressenza.com We, Israeli citizens residing in Israel and abroad, call on the international community — the UN and its institutions, the United States, the European Union, the League of Arab States, and all states around the world — to intervene immediately and implement every possible sanction towards achieving an immediate ceasefire between Israel and its neighbors, for the future of both peoples in Israel/Palestine and the peoples of the region, and for their rights to security and life. | Many of us are veteran activists against the occupation, for peace and mutual existence in this land. We are motivated by ou…
(2024-10-23). Pressenza Press Agency Launches Malayalam Language Edition. pressenza.com In continuity with the drive to reach more and more people and to become an agency that fully reflects cultural diversity in its content, Pressenza will inaugurate its Malayalam newsroom this Thursday (24/10). | The celebration, which will begin at 5 pm (Indian time) will take place in person at the Jawahar Library in Kannur, in the state of Kerala, India, and will also be broadcast virtually to facilitate the participation of journalists, editors, publishers and friends of the agency in different parts of the world. | This new milestone follows the recent additions of Russian and Arabic newsrooms in 2024, enrich…
(2024-10-23). Team of the Third World March for Peace and NonViolence entered Nepal. pressenza.com 
A corps of the '3rd World March for Peace Team' entered Nepal under the lead of Rafael de la Rubia, a great humanist from Spain, accompanied by prominent Humanist Peace Volunteers from UK, Italy, Australia, India and Bangladesh. | By Tulsi Sigdel, from Nepal | The Humanist Team of Nepal joined the international champions of peace and began their march yesterday from the cultural city of Tokha, in Kathmandu, where they were received by municipal officials in their facilities. | There, the local authorities handed over a "Token of Love" to the group of visitors as a sign of support and appreciation for the message…
(2024-10-23). Army kills dozens in Sudan since Sunday as ongoing conflict escalates. thecanary.co Sudanese volunteer rescuers reported four children were among 20 people killed in an army air strike in Sudan's capital Khartoum on Tuesday 22 October, adding to dozens killed in Al-Jazira state since Sunday. Dozens killed in Sudan by its own army The army strike wounded 27 people, including women and children, and left bodies "charred", […] | By
(2024-10-23). Yet ANOTHER fox hunt lost control of its hounds — with dangerous consequences. thecanary.co Yet another pack of fox hunting hounds have been allowed to run amok through a rural village — all thanks to their owners' inability to control them. More fox hunt hounds on the rampage Out of control hounds from a fox hunt have been caught on camera running amok through an idyllic Cotswold village popular […] | By
(2024-10-23). Israeli use of white phosphorus in Lebanon injured UN peacekeepers: Report. therealnews.com 
(2024-10-23). Just Stop Oil's 'Sunak Singers' found NOT GUILTY after disgusting show trial. thecanary.co 
Just Stop Oil's so-called 'Sunak Singers' have been acquitted, after what was essentially a show trial by the state. Just Stop Oil's Sunak Singers Back in November 2023, a group of 18 Just Stop Oil supporters gathered outside Rishi Sunak's home in Kensington, London, and made themselves heard by beating pots and pans: They were […] | By
(2024-10-23). Most people in favour of higher tax on unhealthy foods. imperial.ac.uk Almost three quarters of the UK public are in favour of a higher tax on unhealthy foods.
(2024-10-23). UK rivers contain cocktail of chemicals, pharmaceuticals and stimulants. imperial.ac.uk
(2024-10-23). More people in favour of higher tax on unhealthy foods. imperial.ac.uk Almost three quarters of the UK public are in favour of a higher tax on unhealthy foods.
(2024-10-23). Trump team accuses UK Labour Party of 'interference' in US election. scmp.com UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer insisted his relationship with Donald Trump was not in jeopardy amid interference claims.
(2024-10-23). South Africa, Russia set sights on expanded trade relations. sanews.gov.za South Africa, Russia set sights on expanded trade relations | By Neo Bodumela | Kazan, Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin says there are "promising spheres of cooperation" for Russia and South Africa to expand their trade relations. | President Putin was delivering remarks during the bilateral meeting between the two countries held on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. The meeting was also addressed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. | The BRICS Summit, held from 22 – 24 October, is a platform for the bloc's leaders to reflect on the status of mutually beneficial BRICS cooperation, regional and…
(2024-10-23). BBC Claim Hurricanes Are Getting Stronger—IPCC Says They Are Not! wattsupwiththat.com The apparent increase in major Atlantic hurricanes since 1920 is due to the fact that we now have satellites to observe them in mid-ocean. This is why there is a step change in the 1990s. | A glance at US landfalling hurricanes shows there is clearly no long term increase in the strongest hurricanes:…
(2024-10-23). Video: Facebook 'Israel policy' head talks 'privilege' of content influence. skwawkbox.org 
Former Netanyahu adviser reportedly flagged string of pro-Palestine content for censorship Jordana Cutler, a former Israeli official now working as head of 'Israel and the Jewish Diaspora' policy for Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, was revealed this week by The Intercept to have repeatedly flagged pro-Palestine messages accounts on Instagram for removal or censorship, …
(2024-10-23). Laos: Report on the human rights situation for the Universal Periodic Review. fidh.org
(2024-10-23). India : Intensification of the harassment against Babloo Loitongbam. fidh.org IND 004 / 1024 / OBS 042 Intimidation / Harassment India October 23, 2024
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(2024-10-23). Cambodia: Joint statement urging World Bank action on civil society reprisals. fidh.org In recent months, there has been a worrying escalation in the Cambodian government's repression of critical voices, as part of a broader crackdown on civil society. The undersigned organisations, including International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and World Organisation against Torture (OMCT) within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, urge World Bank President Ajay Banga to condemn the Cambodian government's assault on human rights groups, (…) | – |
(2024-10-23). India : The Observatory mourns the death of G.N. Saibaba. fidh.org
(2024-10-23). 2024 World day against the death penalty. fidh.org
(2024-10-23). DRC: The renewal of ICC investigations in North-Kivu raises new hopes for victims. fidh.org
(2024-10-23). A year on in Gaza, the horrors must stop. fidh.org
(2024-10-23). Tunisia : Kais Saied re-elected – the hopes of the democratic transition fade. fidh.org
(2024-10-23). Iranian, Egyptian Presidents Hold Landmark Meeting in Russia. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The presidents of Iran and Egypt discussed a range of bilateral and regional issues at a meeting in the Russian city of Kazan.
(2024-10-23). Iran Urges BRICS to Push for Regional Peace. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on the BRICS members to help stop the war on Gaza and Lebanon and deescalate tensions in the West Asia, stressing that global welfare and economic development will only be achieved in light of peace and security across the world.
(2024-10-23). Iran, UAE Urge End to Israeli Attacks. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The presidents of Iran and the United Arab Emirates called for the cessation of the Israeli regime's onslaught on Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). Foreign Ministry Condemns Israeli Killing of Iranian Physician in Lebanon. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran condemned an airstrike by the Zionist regime that has taken the life of Dr. Ali Heidari, an Iranian physician, in Lebanon.
(2024-10-23). Palestinian Envoy Warns of Imminent Massacre in Gaza amid Israeli Siege. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Palestinian ambassador to the United Nations warned of an impending mass slaughter in northern Gaza, as Israeli forces continue their siege, blocking aid and striking hospitals and shelters, leaving thousands of civilians at risk.
(2024-10-23). Nuclear Chief Dismisses Concerns about Attack on Iran's Atomic Sites. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran gave an assurance that the country's nuclear facilities are protected vigilantly against all threats amid the Israeli regime's rhetoric of military action.
(2024-10-23). Resistance Has Changed Fate of Region: Ayatollah Khamenei. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said the perseverance and endeavors by the resistance front has changed the fate and history of the region.
(2024-10-23). President Warns of Iran's Decisive Response to Any Israeli Attack. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned the Zionist regime that the mistake of committing an act of aggression against Iran will trigger a decisive and unimaginable response from Tehran.
(2024-10-23). IRGC Quds Force Chief Visits Hamas Office in Tehran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Quds Force Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani visited the office of the Islamic Resistance Movement in Tehran to offer his condolences on the loss of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
(2024-10-23). Ex-IRGC Chief Sees Slim Odds of Major Israeli Action against Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A former commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) ruled out the possibility of the Zionist regime staging a major strike against Iran, saying Tehran has prepared plans for a retaliatory response multiple times harsher than any Israeli attack.
(2024-10-23). Uruguay se apresta para ir a las urnas. radiohc.cu Apenas cuatro días separan a Uruguay de las elecciones generales, y las distintas encuestas de opinión coinciden en que el opositor Frente Amplio lidera la intención de voto de cara a la designación del nuevo presidente del país suramericano.
(2024-10-23). Grieta de terceros partidos en elecciones reñidas de EEUU. radiohc.cu Washington, 23 oct (RHC) Candidatos de terceros partidos aparecerán en las boletas en todos los principales estados en disputa, lo que genera hoy un mayor escrutinio sobre cómo podrían influir en el resultado de las elecciones presidenciales de Estados Unidos.
(2024-10-23). Líderes del Brics aprueban declaración final de su XVI Cumbre. radiohc.cu Kazán, 23 oct (RHC) Los líderes de los Brics, reunidos en la ciudad de Kazán, capital de la república rusa de Tatarstán aprobaron la declaración final que contiene 134 párrafos.
(2024-10-23). Díaz-Canel destaca solidaridad internacional con situación de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Miguel Díaz-Canel, Presidente del Consejo de Defensa Nacional, destacó este miércoles la solidaridad internacional con la situación de Cuba, en contraste con la inacción de Estados Unidos, que mantiene su bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero contra la isla.
(2024-10-23). Prensa china denuncia bloqueo de EE.UU. ante crisis energética en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Medios de prensa de China condenan el bloqueo de Estados Unidos contra Cuba y denuncian hoy su responsabilidad en la emergencia energética que enfrentó la isla.
(2024-10-23). Temporada ciclónica 2024, lo que se espera para noviembre. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Los meses de septiembre y octubre figuran entre los más activos en la formación de ciclones durante esta temporada 2024 en el Atlántico y el Caribe, sin embargo, noviembre podría sorprender, auguran hoy meteorólogos.
(2024-10-23). Un cubano en inicio del Mundial Juvenil de Boxeo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (JIT).- El 86 kg Javier Alexander Rawlins será el único representante de Cuba que compite este miércoles en el comienzo del Campeonato Mundial Juvenil de Boxeo de Budva, Montenegro 2024.
(2024-10-23). Cuba alcanza primera victoria en Panamericano de béisbol. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (ACN) El equipo Cuba categoría sub 12 años apabulló 15-0 a su similar de Argentina y archivó su primer triunfo en el Campeonato Panamericano que se disputa en Panamá y que ofrece tres boletos para la cita mundialista del 2025.
(2024-10-23). Cuba presentará Programa Nacional sobre Diversidad Biológica en COP16. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Cuba presentará hoy su Programa Nacional sobre la Diversidad Biológica (PNDB) que define los objetivos, metas y líneas de acción priorizadas en el país en ese ámbito hasta 2030.
(2024-10-23). China reitera preocupación por escalada en Medio Oriente. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) China reiteró hoy su profunda preocupación por la escalada continua de inestabilidad en Medio Oriente y rechazó cualquier acción que vulnere la soberanía, seguridad e integridad territorial del Líbano.
(2024-10-23). Gobierno de Cuba prioriza atención a provincia de Guantánamo, golpeada por Oscar. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) El Gobierno de Cuba ejecuta una serie de acciones para apoyar a la oriental provincia Guantánamo, que continúa hoy en fase de alarma ciclónica como consecuencia de las inundaciones que dejó la tormenta tropical Oscar.
(2024-10-23). Prensa china denuncia bloqueo de EE.UU. ante crisis energética en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Medios de prensa de China condenan el bloqueo de Estados Unidos contra Cuba y denuncian hoy su responsabilidad en la emergencia energética que enfrentó la isla.
(2024-10-23). Temporada ciclónica 2024, lo que se espera para noviembre. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Los meses de septiembre y octubre figuran entre los más activos en la formación de ciclones durante esta temporada 2024 en el Atlántico y el Caribe, sin embargo, noviembre podría sorprender, auguran hoy meteorólogos.
(2024-10-23). Un cubano en inicio del Mundial Juvenil de Boxeo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (JIT).- El 86 kg Javier Alexander Rawlins será el único representante de Cuba que compite este miércoles en el comienzo del Campeonato Mundial Juvenil de Boxeo de Budva, Montenegro 2024.
(2024-10-23). Cuba en datos: øCuál es el costo del bloqueo en la salud pública y la educación? cubadebate.cu El bloqueo de Estados Unidos impacta directamente en la calidad de vida de los cubanos. øSabía que más del 80% de nuestra población solo ha conocido una Cuba con bloqueo? øCuáles son los efectos de esta política de Washington en los sectores de la salud pública y la educación?
(2024-10-23). Para Cuba, las elecciones estadounidenses tienen importantes consecuencias. peoplesworld.org 
A finales de octubre, la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas votará, por 32 ∫ año consecutivo, una resolución presentada por Cuba en la que se reclama "la necesidad de poner fin al bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por los Estados Unidos de América contra Cuba". Como cada año, es muy probable que los delegados …
(2024-10-23). Diario de Sri Lanka detalla sobre situación de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) El periódico The Lanka leader mantiene hoy en su edición en cingalés un artículo de actualización sobre la interrupción del sistema electroenergético y el impacto del huracán Oscar en Cuba.
(2024-10-23). La Cruz se declara "listo" a seis semanas de su pelea por unificación de títulos en boxeo profesional. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC).- El boxeador cubano Julio César La Cruz, bicampeón olímpico y cinco veces mundial, se declaró "listo" para su pelea de diciembre ante el ruso Muslim Gadzhimagomedov por la unificación de los títulos de la Asociación Mundial de Boxeo (AMB) y la Asociación Internacional (IBA) en las 224 libras.
(2024-10-23). Testimonian solidaridad y apoyo de Laos al pueblo de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) La Asociación de Amistad Laos-Cuba (AALC) expresó su solidaridad y apoyo al heroico pueblo cubano, enfrentado hoy a difíciles circunstancias de las cuales emergerá, sin dudas, vencedor.
(2024-10-23). El Bosque un remanso de paz en el turismo del Oriente cubano. radiohc.cu Una exuberante vegetación con especies de la flora cubana y del Caribe ambienta de manera natural y elegante una de las instalaciones icónicas del turismo en Holguín. La Villa El Bosque, es gestionada por la Sucursal Islazul. Se ubica en la zona moderna en desarrollo en la ciudad capital provincial de la mayor de las Antillas.
(2024-10-23). Senado ruso aprueba declaración contra el bloqueo a Cuba. radiohc.cu Moscú, 23 oct (RHC) El Consejo de la Federación (Cámara alta del parlamento de Rusia) adoptó una Declaración sobre la necesidad de poner fin al bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero contra Cuba.
(2024-10-23). Una veintena de empresas de México expondrán en Feria de La Habana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Autoridades y empresas mexicanas participarán en la venidera Feria Internacional de La Habana, una veintena de estas compañías acudirá como expositoras, informó hoy una fuente oficial.
(2024-10-23). Resaltan afectaciones en salud de Cuba por medidas estadounidenses. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Medios de prensa de la isla resaltan este miércoles afectaciones en cuanto a salud pública y educación debido a medidas restrictivas de los Estados Unidos contra este país.
(2024-10-23). Sincronizó al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional Unidad No. 4 de Termoeléctrica de Cienfuegos (+Audio). radiohc.cu Cienfuegos, 23 oct (RHC) La Unidad Japonesa No. 4 de la Central Termoeléctrica Carlos Manuel de Céspedes, de esta ciudad industrial , sincronizó al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional en horas de la tarde del martes y se encuentra trabajando de manera estable.
(2024-10-23). Inauguran en La Habana seminario teórico Cuba y China (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) El secretario de Organización del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC), Roberto Morales, y el jefe del Departamento de Propaganda del Partido Comunista de China (PCCH), Li Shulei, inauguraron este miércoles el VI Seminario Teórico de esas agrupaciones políticas.
(2024-10-23). Continúan suspendidas actividades docentes y laborales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Para continuar las labores derivadas del período de recuperación de los daños causados por el paso del Huracán Oscar por la región oriental del país y del restablecimiento del Sistema Eléctrico Nacional, el Consejo de Defensa Nacional ha dispuesto extender hasta el próximo domingo 27 de octubre, las medidas adoptadas por el Gobierno, publicadas el pasado 20 de octubre de 2024, relacionadas con las actividades laborales y docentes.
(2024-10-23). Sesiona convención universitaria de actividad física y deporte. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (JIT).- Con la intervención del italiano Giovanni Di Cola y las exposiciones en el panel de entrenadores de alto rendimiento quedó inaugurada la II Convención de Universidad, Actividad Física y Deportes Unafid 2024.
(2024-10-23). Abren Oficina de Enlace de la Universidad de La Habana en China. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) La Oficina de Enlace de la Universidad de La Habana (UH) fue inaugurada hoy en Hangzhou para promover el intercambio educativo, cultural y la cooperación económica entre China y Cuba.
(2024-10-23). Resaltan afectaciones en salud de Cuba por medidas estadounidenses. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Medios de prensa de la isla resaltan este miércoles afectaciones en cuanto a salud pública y educación debido a medidas restrictivas de los Estados Unidos contra este país.
(2024-10-23). Continúan suspendidas actividades docentes y laborales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (RHC) Para continuar las labores derivadas del período de recuperación de los daños causados por el paso del Huracán Oscar por la región oriental del país y del restablecimiento del Sistema Eléctrico Nacional, el Consejo de Defensa Nacional ha dispuesto extender hasta el próximo domingo 27 de octubre, las medidas adoptadas por el Gobierno, publicadas el pasado 20 de octubre de 2024, relacionadas con las actividades laborales y docentes.
(2024-10-23). Sesiona convención universitaria de actividad física y deporte. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 oct (JIT).- Con la intervención del italiano Giovanni Di Cola y las exposiciones en el panel de entrenadores de alto rendimiento quedó inaugurada la II Convención de Universidad, Actividad Física y Deportes Unafid 2024.
(2024-10-23). Thailand: Open letter to the royal thai government on the extradition of United Nations-recognised refugee Y Quynh Bdap. fidh.org