Monthly Archives: October 2024

2024-10-13: News Headlines

ICRC (2024-10-13). Nuclear weapons pose an existential threat to humanity. icrc.org Joint Statement of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies on the occasion of the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, New York.

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). IDF Admits Iran Fear, Begs For This US Weapon Amid Tehran Nuclear Bomb Rumours…? | Israel. hindustantimes.com US President Joe Biden's administration is mulling deploying THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defence) air defence systems in Israel, according to a report in the Times of Israel. The move came days after rumours swirled that Iran conducted its first-ever nuclear test on October 5 after launching 180 missiles and drones on Israel. Watch…

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). Iran Fearless After 'Nuclear Test'? Top Leader Himself 'Lands' Plane In Lebanon, Visits Beirut Ruins. hindustantimes.com Amid war between Israel and Hezbollah, Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, arrived in Beirut on Oct 12. The Iranian Parliament speaker piloted the plane himself during his Lebanon trip. Ghalibaf vowed Iran's support to Lebanon amid Israel's ground invasion of the country. Watch for more.

Haidar Eid (2024-10-13). A vision for freedom is more important than ever. mondoweiss.net We must focus on the present as conditions in Gaza worsen daily, but a clear strategy and political vision are crucial to inspire people around the world as to what is possible.

Mitchell Plitnick, Mondoweiss. (2024-10-13). Arab States Are Coming Together To Prevent A Regional War. popularresistance.org In a welcome, but under-reported, development last week, Arab states from the Gulf Cooperation Council reportedly "sought to reassure Iran of their neutrality" in the brewing conflict between Iran and Israel. | The stance was expressed by Arab ministers to their Iranian counterparts at a meeting last week in Doha. It was not a formal, public declaration, but rather a commitment expressed in the meetings directly. Initially, reports—particularly the main one from Reuters on which much of the other reporting was based—also said that the Gulf states had explicitly stated that they would forbid the United…

Al Mayadeen, Orinoco Tribune. (2024-10-13). US Navy Was At Scene Of Nord Stream Blasts: Danish Media. popularresistance.org Prior to the explosions that destroyed the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines in the Baltic Sea, US Navy ships were present at the location, according to a local harbormaster quoted in the Danish newspaper Politiken. | The Nord Stream 2 pipelines, a major infrastructure project aimed at delivering natural gas from Russia to Europe, were targeted in an act of sabotage in September 2022, with Moscow pointing fingers at the West or Ukraine. | In August, The Wall Street Journal reported that Ukrainian businessmen had funded the attack on the project, although Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had ordered to halt the…

Margaret Kimberley, Black Agenda Report. (2024-10-13). Eric Adams And The Death Of Black Politics. popularresistance.org We at Black Agenda Report were always skeptical that Black people would make any progress under the administration of New York City mayor Eric Adams. In our 2021 article, Elections and the Illusion of Black Political Power, this columnist wrote, "Adams speaks favorably of the business community, hence the campaign haul, and real estate developers and other wealthy New Yorkers made clear he was their choice. Fundraising prowess is always an indication that the people's needs will not be met." | Two and one half years later, Adams not only proved BAR's analysis of his politics to be correct, but his administration…

Robert Inlakesh, MintPress News. (2024-10-13). A US-Iran War: What The Battlefield Could Actually Look Like. popularresistance.org While U.S. Congress showed strong support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statements on Iran in July, the media has largely shied away from coverage of what potential American involvement in an Israeli-Iranian conflict could look like. | As a result, the public remains largely unaware of the potential consequences and the specific role the U.S. might play in such a scenario. | In 2002, the U.S. military conducted the "Millennium Challenge" simulations, costing approximately $250 million. These exercises revealed that the American military would likely face failure in an all-out war with the Islami…

Umar A Farooq, Middle East Eye. (2024-10-13). US Military Veteran Arrested By Israeli Forces In Occupied West Bank. popularresistance.org A United States military veteran was arrested by Israeli forces while accompanying a Palestinian farmer in a village in the West Bank, according to the International Solidarity Movement (ISM). | Michael Jacobsen was in the Palestinian village of Masafer Yatta in the Hebron governorate when he and other activists as well as Palestinian land owners were approached by Israeli soldiers on Thursday morning. | The ISM said the farmer Jacobsen was accompanying was facing "daily harassment, attacks, and invasions of his private land by Israeli settlers and occupation forces".

newarab (2024-10-13). Dutch lawyer submits case against 1,000 Israeli soldiers to ICC. newarab.com A Dutch lawyer, Harun Reda, has filed a criminal complaint with the International Criminal Court (ICC) against 1,000 According to Arabic news site Arabi21, Reda said he filed the complaint on behalf of victims in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, a year after Israel launched its indiscriminate war on the Gaza Strip, while stepping…

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 'Organized genocide': People in northern Gaza being starved, bombed, exterminated. presstv.ir Israeli regime has launched a full-scale extermination and ethnic cleansing campaign in northern Gaza with thousands of people forced to evacuate, including doctors.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Israel's Netanyahu considers plan to starve Gaza's civilians to death. presstv.ir Netanyahu is examining a plan to seal off humanitarian aid to northern Gaza in an attempt to starve out hundreds of thousands of Palestinians unwilling or unable to leave their homes.

SKWAWKBOX (2024-10-13). Starmer-Reeves 'austerity 2' crashes investor confidence worse than Truss. skwawkbox.org Supposedly aiming to reassure 'the City', Nu-Labour's re-commitment to cuts has trashed confidence worse than the shortest-lasting PM in history Keir 'Starver' Starmer and Rachel 'Freeze' Reeves are said to be pursuing their programme of cuts and austerity to keep poor children hungry and condemn thousands of pensioners to die each winter — and who …

Ali Salam (2024-10-13). Israeli Army Injures Many Palestinians Near Bethlehem, Opens Fire at Homes, Near Hebron. imemc.org On Saturday, Israeli forces injured Palestinian citizens and damaged their homes near Nablus in the northern West Bank, in addition to the Bethlehem and Hebron governorates, in the southern West Bank. Occupation soldiers invaded the town of Beita, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, on Saturday, sparking protests. Media sources said that Israeli …

Misión Verdad (2024-10-13). Venezuela: María Corina Machado Hastens Collapse of Far-Right Justice First Party. orinocotribune.com By Misión Verdad — Oct 11, 2024 | The growing public confrontation between Henrique Capriles and Julio Borges, leaders of the right-wing Justice First (PJ) party, highlights the serious and profound internal crisis in the party which currently does not officially exist as a recognized political entity. | On April 22, the Constitutional Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 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.

newarab (2024-10-13). Iran parliament speaker visits site of latest Beirut strike. newarab.com

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Cieco: A blind dog's journey from Nabatieh to Beirut, fleeing Israeli bombs. aljazeera.com Cieco could neither hear nor see the explosions, he could only feel what he must have known was encroaching danger.

ICRC (2024-10-13). Lebanon: ICRC delivers lifesaving medical supplies to Beirut amid ongoing escalation. icrc.org

tn.ai (2024-10-13). IRGC Plans Funeral for General Martyred in Beirut. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Funeral processions have been planned in Iraq and Iran for senior IRGC commander Brigadier General Abbas Nilforooshan who was martyred along with the secretary general of Hezbollah in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon on September 27.

Amy Goodman (2024-10-13). Motaz Azaiza, Journalist from Gaza, on Photographing War & Making "Art from the Pain" indybay.org "I never expected the world will know my name [because of] a genocide of my people," says Palestinian photojournalist Motaz Azaiza, who gained international acclaim for his work during the first 108 days of Israel's brutal assault on Gaza. Since evacuating in January, Azaiza has brought his advocacy for Palestinian rights around the world. Democracy Now! speaks to him from Washington, D.C., where he has just wrapped up a nationwide speaking tour titled "Gaza Through My Lens" in support of UNRWA USA. "Israel is targeting our children. Israel is targeting our babies, targeting our mothers, targeting our families. I…

Amira Jarmakani (2024-10-13). Chalking Bans and ID Checks at Protests Repress Palestine Solidarity on Campus. truthout.org As the genocide in Gaza rages on, U.S. universities welcomed students, faculty and staff back this fall by rolling out a red carpet of repression. The dedication to stifling pro-Palestine speech and action comes amidst unfathomable death and destruction brought by the siege on Gaza, the West Bank and now Lebanon. While official Palestinian Ministry of Health statistics report over 42,126… |

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Flames, smoke across southern Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes. presstv.ir Israeli warplanes conducted large-scale strikes on Hezbollah targets.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Iraqi resistance launches fresh drone attacks on Israeli targets. presstv.ir The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has announced fresh retaliatory strikes on Israeli targets in the occupied Golan Heights and southern territories, utilizing drones in support of Palestinian and Lebanese civilians.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Hezbollah keeps up drone, missile attacks on Israeli targets. presstv.ir The Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah continues with its retaliatory strikes on Israeli targets.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Hamas praises Nicaragua for cutting diplomatic relations with Israel. presstv.ir Hamas has commended the Nicaraguan government for its decision to cut diplomatic ties with Israel in response to the latter's aggression against the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Downfall of the Zionist project in Palestine. presstv.ir The Israeli genocidal war against the Palestinians and Lebanese has turned the whole world against Tel Aviv.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 40 countries demand halt to Israel's attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. presstv.ir UNIFIL says its facilities have been repeatedly hit by Israeli forces in Lebanon in recent days.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Iran working for peace, but fully ready for 'war situation': FM. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says Tehran does not seek an escalation of tension but is fully ready for a war situation.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Iraq opposes use of its territory as 'launch pad' for attacks on Iran: President. presstv.ir The Iraqi president says his country rejects the use of its airspace and territory for strikes on neighboring countries, including Iran.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Iran supports any proposal to restore peace to region: Pezeshkian. presstv.ir Pezeshkian urges President Macron of France to work with other European leaders to compel Israel to cease its genocidal wars in Gaza and Lebanon.

newarab (2024-10-13). Blinken says US wants Lebanon solution, not 'broader conflict'. newarab.com Blinken however, said that Israel, which has been carrying out deadly strikes on Lebanon, "has a right to defend itself" against Hezbollah, but said he was alarmed by the worsening humanitarian situation. | The US is Israel's key alley, and has supplied billions of dollars worth of weapons used…

newarab (2024-10-13). Drones from Lebanon, Iraq target Tel Aviv, Golan Heights. newarab.com Drones launched by Hezbollah from Israel said on Saturday that "40 projectiles" had been fired by Hezbollah into Israel with warning sirens so…

newarab (2024-10-13). Forty states condemn attacks on UN Lebanon peacekeepers. newarab.com Forty nations that contribute to the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon said Saturday that they "strongly condemn recent attacks" on the peacekeepers. | "Such actions must stop immediately and should be adequately investigated," said the joint statement, posted on X by the Polish UN mission and signed by nations including leading contributors Indonesia, Italy and India. | Other signatories include Ghana, Nepal, Malaysia, Spain, France and China ⚪ all countries that have contributed several hundred troops to the force. | At least five peacekeepers have been wounded in recent days as Israel attempts an invasion o…

newarab (2024-10-13). Israel's bombardment of Lebanon brings death and trauma. newarab.com Israel's escalation of its bombardment of Lebanon since 23 September has destroyed infrastructure and increased civilian casualties, turning a low-level conflict into a full-scale war. | Airstrikes on residential areas which have caused mass civilian casualties are starting to be investigated, including by UK-based war monitor Airwars. | The group's director Emily Tripp told The New Arab that such incidents were strikingly similar to those it has previously investigated in Gaza. | "We already have a number of cases we're looking into, for example, of families dying together in single strikes." | Israel says it…

newarab (2024-10-13). Safety fears for Lebanon's Baalbek ruins after Israeli strikes. newarab.com Heavy Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon's The vast Roman citadel and temples sit adjacent to the modern-day city of Baalbek in the eastern Bekaa valley, which

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Israeli attacks destroy Ottoman-era market in Lebanon. aljazeera.com

aljazeera (2024-10-13). 'Apocalyptic': Israel destroys mosque, bombs market in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel targets southern Lebanon in new round of raids as at least 15 people are killed in attacks across the country.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Mapping one year of cross-border attacks between Israel and Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel, Hezbollah and other Lebanese groups have exchanged more than 12,000 attacks over the past year.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Palestine's UN envoy says 'genocide within genocide' going on in north Gaza. aljazeera.com Hamas representative in Lebanon says Israel has prevented entry of food supplies into Jabalia camp for the last 10 days.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). What is UNIFIL? aljazeera.com The United Nations peacekeeping force has been in Lebanon since 1978, but today they are threatened by Israel.

ICRC (2024-10-13). ICRC Emergency Response in Lebanon. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Lebanon: Frequently asked questions about international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians, and our work in conflict. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Health-care workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org

Gilbert Achcar (2024-10-13). Strategic Reflections on the Escalation of Israeli Intimidation in Lebanon. cadtm.org

Steve Topple (2024-10-13). An out-of-control Netanyahu has now openly threatened UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. thecanary.co Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday 13 October called on the UN chief to move UN peacekeepers deployed in southern Lebanon out of "harm's way". A dishevelled Netanyahu, speaking to camera, told the UN peacekeepers to leave "right now" — in another sign the genocidal leader of the genocidal Israeli state is growing increasingly […] | By

SKWAWKBOX (2024-10-13). Unifil statement on Israel's tank assault, chemical attack on UN peacekeeper base. skwawkbox.org Starmer, Lammy silent on rogue state's illegal assault Unifil, the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon of peacekeepers, has issued the following statement on this morning's attacks by Israel, using tanks and irritant chemical shells, on its base in Ramyah in Lebanon and Israel's blocking of Unifil movements at Meiss ej Jebel yesterday: UNIFIL statement …

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-13). UN warns of catastrophe as Israel fights a 2-front war in Lebanon and Gaza. scmp.com Israel says Hezbollah fired about 320 projectiles into Israel over the weekend of Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar.

Hudhaifa Ebrahim (2024-10-13). Iraq Prioritizes Lebanese Shiite Refugees, Leaving Others With Little Aid. themedialine.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-13). After Gaza, Israel brings war to Lebanon. fidh.org

Reuters (2024-10-13). Hezbollah fighting Israeli troops near Lebanon's Ramiya village; third UN peacekeeper wounded. scmp.com Israel faces condemnation after UN peacekeepers came under fire as Israeli forces stepped up attacks in Gaza and Lebanon.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). Hezbollah, Iraqi Resistance Groups Launch Attacks on Israeli Military in Response to Gaza Strikes. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Hezbollah and Iraqi resistance groups launched a series of attacks on Israeli military positions in the occupied territories on Saturday, in retaliation for ongoing Israeli strikes on Gaza and Lebanon.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). Speaker Reiterates Iran's Unwavering Support for Resistance. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf reaffirmed Tehran's unfaltering support for the Lebanese nation and the resistance in the struggle against the Israeli regime.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). 25 Israeli Soldiers Wounded in Southern Lebanon Clashes: Reports. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Around 25 Israeli soldiers have been injured in ongoing battles with Hezbollah resistance forces in southern Lebanon, as tensions escalate between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters.

____ (2024-10-13). Tensions Escalate: UN Forces Caught in Crossfire. devdiscourse.com In a highly contentious incident, Israeli tanks have reportedly breached a United Nations peacekeeping base in southern Lebanon. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) confirmed that two Israeli Merkava tanks destroyed one of its main gates before forcibly entering the base early Sunday morning.

____ (2024-10-13). Drone Strikes Escalate Tensions in Middle East Conflict. devdiscourse.com In a dramatic escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, almost 40 individuals were wounded in a recent drone strike in Binyamina, Israel, as reported by Israeli rescue services. The Hezbollah militant group, based in Lebanon, claimed responsibility for the attack, immediately intensifying regional conflict.

____ (2024-10-13). Hezbollah Tensions Escalate: IDF Thwarts Attacks Amid Yom Kippur Clashes. devdiscourse.com In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Israel's military successfully intercepted five projectiles launched from Lebanon on Friday morning, signalling growing hostilities. The interception was followed by a series of IDF operations across southern Lebanon, which unearthed weapons caches in civilian homes, underscoring Hezbollah's preparedness for potential conflict.

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). 3rd Day Of Hezbollah Attack On Israel Food Hub; IDF Says No Damage But 'Chopper Seen Taking Wounded'. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah militants launched yet another attack on north Israel's port city of Haifa on October 13. The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired five rockets from Lebanon, but air defenses intercepted all projectiles. Meanwhile, Iran's Press TV released a video claiming Israeli military helicopters were airlifting injured soldiers in Haifa. Meanwhile, two Israeli soldiers suffered injuries in Hezbollah's anti-tank missile fire in south Lebanon. Watch this video for more.

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). Revealed: Lebanon Army's Final Plan To Attack IDF, Strategy To Shock Israel Amid Hezbollah Battles. hindustantimes.com The Lebanese army may enter the Hezbollah-Israel war in south Lebanon after the IDF killed three of its soldiers in recent days. Analysts familiar with the army's workings said that, should the Israeli incursion reach the current army positions, Lebanese troops would put up a fight, according to the Times of Israel report. Watch this video for more.

_____ (2024-10-13). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour

Guest Blogger (2024-10-13). Earthquakes, Leakage, Expense, Death by Asphyxiation — Is There No Beginning to the Advantages of Carbon Capture? wattsupwiththat.com DeSmog is all in on the invented climate crisis and a fervent supporter of the political Net Zero fantasy. It obviously hates all hydrocarbon use and has reported on the problems of carbon capture. For its part, mainstream media just sticks with demonising fracking. Donkey nodding politicians in many jurisdictions accept the need for huge quantities of money to be poured down the CCS hole but are obviously uninformed about the risks involved.

newarab (2024-10-13). Palestinian fighters, security forces clash in West Bank. newarab.com Armed clashes erupted between The clashes broke out after security forces stormed areas where Palestinian fighters were located, arresting four after ambushing them in the centre of Tubas in the north of the occupied West Bank. | The battalion is a…

newarab (2024-10-13). US expands sanctions on Iran's oil sector over Israel attack. newarab.com The United States hit The Treasury Department said it was going after Iran's so-called "shadow fleet" of ships involved in selling Iranian oil in circumvention of existing sanctions, designating 10 companies and 17 vessels as "blocked property" over their…

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). US 'Rules Out' Israel Attack On Nuke Sites, But Fears Iran's Revenge: 'No Idea What Tehran Will…'. hindustantimes.com Washington has made a big appeal to Iran as the Mideast nation anticipates an attack from Israel, reports CNN. The U.S. has reportedly urged Iran to 'calibrate its response' in case of an Israeli attack. The report added that Washington conveyed its message to Tehran through back channels. Watch for more.

UMMID (2024-10-13). 104 countries rally behind UN Sec Gen over Israeli ban. ummid.com As many as 104 countries have thrown their weight behind UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres against the far right Zionist regime of Israel's insulting and intimidating attitude.

Ghada Karmi (2024-10-13). The true lesson of October 7 is that Israel cannot be reformed. indybay.org The year since October 7 has shown us that Israel can neither be accommodated nor reformed. It must be dismantled, and Zionism must be brought to an end. Only this will finally alleviate the Palestinians' terrible ordeal over the past 76 years.

Editor (2024-10-13). Gaza Doctor Corrects CNN Anchor: 'This Is Not a Humanitarian Crisis… This Is Genocide'. scheerpost.com

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 'Silence is violence' – Pro-Gaza demonstrators in Rotterdam urge end to Israel genocide. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched across the streets of Rotterdam.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Iran welcomes Nicaragua's 'courageous' decision to cut ties with Israel. presstv.ir Iran welcomes Nicaragua's "courageous" decision to cut diplomatic ties with Israel over the occupying regime's genocide in Gaza.

newarab (2024-10-13). Israel's genocide is a war on the very idea of Palestine. newarab.com It has been one year since the start of Israel's Israel's targeting of health infrastructure has rendered the collection of data about casualties nearly impossible, though the death toll,

Ramzy Baroud (2024-10-13). 5 Things a Year of Israeli Genocide in Gaza Has Taught Us About Palestine and the World. indybay.org While superior firepower may determine political outcomes in the short run, no amount of weapons can possibly break the will of a nation that has vowed to restore its dignity and win its freedom, no matter the cost.

Michael Karadjis (2024-10-13). The Mythology of a Mideast 'Axis of Resistance'. indybay.org Who are members of this alleged 'Axis', what have they done in relation to the Gaza genocide, are they in fact more resistant, and if not, what is behind the rhetoric?>

WallabyUpstairs1496 (2024-10-13). chatGPT corrects 'Gaza Genocide' to 'The ongoing crisis in Gaza'. indybay.org Not surprising as Tal Broda, head of research of San Francisco's OpenAI, has said "There is no Palestine. There never was, and never will be", "The IDF didn't even start to clean southern Gaza", "Don't worry about [killing civilians]. Worry about us". See the photo series of his posts starting at x.com/StopArabHate/status/17349235154537…

Patrick Bond (2024-10-13). 'The Blessing' for genocide. cadtm.org

SKWAWKBOX (2024-10-13). Video: Liverpool's busiest hospitality street falls quiet as silent march for Gaza passes. skwawkbox.org Music and conversation are muted as anti-genocide march passes in silence — except at one US-themed bar Liverpool's Bold Street, the busiest in the city for dining and socialising, fell into an eerie quiet this afternoon as a march for Gaza and against Britain's complicity in Israel's genocide — silent today for a large part …

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-13). Syria: French national Sabri Essid to stand trial for genocide and crimes against humanity. fidh.org

Editor (2024-10-13). 4 Million Americans Excluded From Election by Felony Voting Bans. scheerpost.com

Editor (2024-10-13). Motaz Azaiza, Acclaimed Journalist from Gaza, on Photographing War & Making "Art from the Pain" scheerpost.com

Editor (2024-10-13). Patrick Lawrence: Truths That Come Out Like the Sun. scheerpost.com

Editor (2024-10-13). We Absolutely Do Not Need To Escalate Anything New York Times. scheerpost.com Photo by By Kathleen Wallace / The headline reads "We Absolutely Need to Escalate in Iran" by the still inconceivably taken-seriously New York Times. | In all these years after a previous century that saw an estimated 231 million people die in wars, we still have to tolerate the drums of war being beaten by those who will not be touched by su…

Michael Levien (2024-10-13). Carbon Capture Means More Pollution for Black Communities in Cancer Alley. truthout.org Rosemary Green and her husband live mere feet away from a massive chemical storage depot that hugs the Mississippi River just west of New Orleans. Over 200 tanks of the International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) hulk beside their modest home on Fourth Street in the historic Black community of Elkinsville in St. Rose. Green and her neighbors have been complaining about the plant's fumes and periodic… |

UMMID (2024-10-13). India behind Bangladesh, Nepal in 2024 Hunger Index. ummid.com In yet another indicator showing the poor economic condition of India under the Modi rule, the Global Hunger Index (GHI) has placed the country behind 104 countries including even Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka.

UMMID (2024-10-13). First ever phase 3 clinical trial of dengue vaccine at JNMC AMU. ummid.com Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Aligarh Muslim University has started India's first ever phase 3 clinical trial of dengue vaccine.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Gaza bleeding like Hiroshima, Nagasaki: 2024 Nobel Peace winner. ummid.com In a passionate appeal to end war, Toshiyuki Mimaki, co-chair of Nihon Hidankyo, the Japanese group which won the 2024 Nobel Peace, said Gaza today resembles Hiroshima and Nagasaki that were bombed by the United States in 1945.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Protein research wins 2024 Chemistry Nobel for US, UK scientists. ummid.com The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been jointly conferred on David Baker of U.S.A., and Demis Hassabis and John M. Jumper of the United Kingdom for their research on protein.

UMMID (2024-10-13). 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics Announced. ummid.com The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has conferred the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 to John J. Hopfield of Princeton University, NJ, USA and Geoffrey E. Hinton University of Toronto, Canada.

UMMID (2024-10-13). DTE Maha Post HSC Pharmacy Diploma Merit List 2024 Published. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE Maharashtra) has released on its official website phd24.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Tuesday October 08, 2024 Provisional Merit List of the students who have registered for Admission to First Year Post HSC Diploma in Pharmacy D Pharm (PHD24) for the year 2024-25.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Jamia Student Areeba's Essay on Human Spirit Wins National Award. ummid.com Jamia Millia student Areeba Anwer's essay on human spirit has won the Damodarshree National Award for Academic Excellence 2024.

UMMID (2024-10-13). 2024 Haryana Assembly to have 05 Muslim MLAs. ummid.com A total of 05 Muslims – all from the Congress party, have won the 2024 Haryana Assembly elections results of which were announced on Tuesday October 08, 2024.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Cyberknife Radiosurgery for Head, Neck Cancer Treatment. ummid.com In today's modern life individuals undergoing cancer treatment prefer to get back to their everyday activities at the earliest and Cyberknife technology makes that a possibility.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Impact of BJP's Haryana Win on 2024 Maharashtra, Jharkhand Polls. ummid.com The BJP victory in Haryana would not only demoralize the opposition as they prepare for key elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, but also weaken Congress' bargaining power within the INDIA bloc.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Lesson to Learn from Haryana Election 2024. ummid.com The news from Haryana is certainly a vast disappointment. In some ways it looks like a re-play of what happened in MP during the 2023 round of assembly elections.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Ratan Tata dies, India mourns. ummid.com Ratan Tata, renowned industrialist, dies after prolonged illness at the age of 86 on Wednesday October 09, 2024 in Mumbai.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Korean author Han Kang awarded 2024 Nobel in Literature. ummid.com The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature has been conferred on South Korean author Han Kang for her work on the fragility of human life.

UMMID (2024-10-13). New Face of Tech Scholarship Program goes global. ummid.com Samsung subsidiary HARMAN and 1,000 Dreams Fund, a non-profit serving Talented Women in Need, Wednesday (October 09, 2024) announced the global expansion of its New Face of Tech Scholarship Program, now in its 8th year.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Palestinians are fighting for the dignity of Islamic World: Erdogan. ummid.com Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday October 09, 2024 praised Hamas and other Palestinian Resistance Fighters saying they are defending the humanity and the dignity of the Muslim world.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Why Rahul Gandhi Needs Caste Census of Congress. ummid.com Rahul Gandhi should remember a complete overhaul of Congress party is not possible without a 'jaati-janganana' or 'caste census' of the entire party structure.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Dubai offers Golden Visa to Teachers. ummid.com In a remarkable decision to acknowledge the efforts of teachers, Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) Dubai has offered 'Golden Visa' to private sector educators.

UMMID (2024-10-13). SCO Summit 2024: India, Pakistan should initiate dialogue for a better tomorrow. ummid.com The road ahead is undoubtedly challenging, but it is imperative for India and Pakistan to recognize the importance of peaceful coexistence and cooperation.

UMMID (2024-10-13). Israel 'intentionally' bombed healthcare facilities in Gaza: UN Commission. ummid.com Israeli occupation forces 'deliberately' and 'intentionally' bombed the healthcare facilities and medical staff in Gaza and other occupied Palestinian territories, an independent enquiry by the United Nations said in its report.

UMMID (2024-10-13). NC U-turn on Article 370 is ringing alarm bells. ummid.com Omar, Farooq and the NC have promised too much. But with too little power in hand and the U-turns, it seems as if they fooled people again to enjoy power.

dzorinoco (2024-10-13). Washington's Total War. orinocotribune.com By Bader Al-Ibrahim — Oct 12, 2024 | The same scene has been on repeat for a year: Netanyahu proposes an escalatory step in the war, which the United States publicly warns against, and then he does it. Then the Americans deny having prior knowledge of the escalation and deny their involvement in it. Then they affirm their unconditional support for "Israel" and its "right to defend itself," and they threaten its enemies against responding with a counter-escalation. Then media leaks emerge about the Biden administration's "anger" at Netanyahu and his reckless actions and this is accompanied by an increase in t…

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 'Rohingya in pain'- Refugees on hunger strike at India detention center. presstv.ir More than 100 Rohingya refugees living at Goalpara detention center in the Indian state of Assam began hunger strike.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Police crack down on environmental activists protesting against the A69 route. presstv.ir Gendarmes in southern France are dislodging activists.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Heavy rain causes floods in northern Thailand's Lampang province. presstv.ir Heavy rain triggered floods in Thailand's Lampang province.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 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.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Hamas: Israel has failed to break resistance. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas asserts that the Israeli regime is unable to confront the resistance in the Gaza Strip and "has failed to break it."

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). German MP: 'More weapons' cannot resolve Ukraine war. presstv.ir "More weapons" is not the solution to the conflict between Moscow and Kiev, says German MP Sahra Wagenknecht.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Israel accuses UN chief Guterres of 'anti-Semitic behavior'. presstv.ir Israel defends its decision to slap a ban on the UN chief, accusing Antonio Guterres of"anti-Semitic behavior."

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Iran has not provided ballistic missiles to Russia: FM. presstv.ir Iran has once again rejected claims about supplying Russia with ballistic missiles amid reports that the EU will use the accusations as a pretext to impose sanctions against the Islamic Republic.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Palestinian karateka scoops gold in World Cadet & Junior Championships. presstv.ir Palestinian karateka Mariam Bsharat shines at the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Italy, and strikes a gold medal.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 'Ransom to Israel': Iran slams US sanctions on its energy sector. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the new round of US sanctions targeting the country's oil industry is a "ransom" to the Israeli regime.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). 'I held 2-year-old Gaza girl's bleeding brain in my hands before she died': Nurse. presstv.ir An American nurse who volunteered at hospitals in Gaza spoke to the Press TV website about his harrowing experiences of treating the wounded, including children.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). US 'putting troops' lives at risk' by sending them to Israel: Iran. presstv.ir Abbas Araghchi says the US is endangering the lives of its forces by deploying them to Israel to operate THAAD missile defense systems.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). Palestinians in Jabalia killed with 'unspeakable cruelty and sadism': UN. presstv.ir Israeli strikes have killed hundreds of Palestinians in an offensive focusing on the Jabalia refugee camp in recent days.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). TRT chief's 'disturb Iran' remarks spark outrage, IRIB World Service head seeks clarification. presstv.ir Taking strong exception to remarks made by the head of Turkey's state broadcaster, the president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) World Service has called on Turkish government officials to denounce and clarify these statements.

presstv.ir (2024-10-13). IRGC commander: Iran to give 'harsh' response to any mistake by enemy. presstv.ir Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, the commander of the IRGC's Aerospace Division, says the elite force and Iranian armed forces are ready to give a 'regretful response' to the enemy in case of any mistake.

Keren Setton (2024-10-13). Why Isn't Israel Accepting Ukrainian Know-how to Intercept Drones? themedialine.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Ukraine: As Winter Approaches, Communities Prepare. icrc.org In the third year since the escalation of the armed conflict, communities in Eastern Ukraine prepare for the coming winter.

____ (2024-10-13). Shifting Alliances: North Korea's Impact on Ukraine Conflict. devdiscourse.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy emphasized the need to reassess defense partnerships as North Korea potentially aids Russia in Ukraine. This strategic shift may require more robust military support and advanced weaponry from allies.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 961. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 961st day, these are the main developments.

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). Ukrainian Troops 'Flee' As Russia Advances Towards Pokrovsk; Big Victory For Putin By October End. hindustantimes.com Russian forces claim Ukrainian troops are demoralised and retreating as they advance steadily towards the key city of Pokrovsk in the Avdeyevka region. According to a Russian commander, Ukrainian forces flee after initial fire contact. Pokrovsk, a major logistical hub, is a critical target for Russia's offensive. Watch the video for details.

Ali Salam (2024-10-13). Israeli Forces Abduct Two Near Qalqilia and Ramallah. imemc.org Israeli forces abducted two Palestinian young men on Saturday, in the Qalqilia and Ramallah governorates. Israeli forces opened fire towards a vehicle at the Hamra military roadblock in the Jordan Valley, and closed the roadblock in both directions. Media sources said that occupation forces fired live rounds at a citizen's vehicle, on Saturday afternoon, at …

Jeffrey Sommers (2024-10-13). Swing State Politics. counterpunch.org

Julie Wark (2024-10-13). Animals and Animals. counterpunch.org

ecns.cn (2024-10-13). Chemical leaks from U.S. air base in Japan fuel public concern. ecns.cn Repeated reports of chemical leaks linked with U.S. military bases in Japan have fueled public concern over their potential health risks, prompting calls for thorough investigation.

ecns.cn (2024-10-13). Chinese, Zimbabwean universities launch research center on civilization exchanges. ecns.cn The China-Africa Joint Research Center for Exchanges and Mutual Learning between Civilizations was launched Friday in Harare, Zimbabwe's capital. The center will bring together Chinese and African academics to share knowledge, ideas, and perspectives.

ecns.cn (2024-10-13). See moments rockets lifting off in China in a month. ecns.cn Check out moments rockets lifting off in China in a month.

ecns.cn (2024-10-13). Comicomment: U.S. partisan politics worsen the hurricane aftermath. ecns.cn

tvbrics (2024-10-13). 2025 to be celebrated as ASEAN-India Tourism Year. tvbrics.com Indian Ministry of External Affairs said that India will contribute US$5 million towards the joint cooperative activities for the development of tourism in the region…

tvbrics (2024-10-13). BRICS News Digest for the previous week. tvbrics.com We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries…

tvbrics (2024-10-13). China completes AI testing on new satellite. tvbrics.com The satellite has conducted 13 tests of its AI model…

tvbrics (2024-10-13). Egyptian universities and the League of Islamic Universities to cooperate in the field of ecology. tvbrics.com The plan is to support the preparation of graduation projects of students studying journalism and technical specialities…

Susana Khalil (2024-10-13). The Tragedy of the Native Palestinian Poeple Did Not Originate in the Arab-Persian World, It Was Born in Europe. orinocotribune.com By Susana Khalil — Oct 10, 2024 | After so much delightful Eurocentric doping in favor of colonization in Palestine, called Israel, it is time for detoxification. It is not easy to talk about the end of the existence of the Israeli Eurocentric colonial regime. | It is time to speak in terms of the end of the existence of Israel's colonial Eurocentric regime. | I. It is not religious | The Palestinian Cause is not a religious struggle. Come out of your simplistic reduction of the Arab world to a religious commodity. That is more of an aesthetic framework than an analytical one. | The Palestinian Cause is the…

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-10-13). It's So, So Bad, And It's About To Get A Whole Lot Worse. indybay.org "And as horrifying as both these developing stories are, they're going to be shifted to the back burner as soon as Israel begins its planned attack on Iran."

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-10-13). It's So, So Bad, And It's About To Get A Whole Lot Worse. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Things are so, so bad in the middle east right now, and from the looks of things they're about to get a whole lot worse. | Israel is going full scorched-earth on northern Gaza in advancement of its

United World International (2024-10-13). Gagauzia's President: The US wants to play with us like a toy. uwidata.com By Adnan Tàºrkkan We met with the President of the Autonomous Republic of Gagauzia, Evghenia Gutul. President Gutul responded to our questions on the relations between Gagauzia and the Moldovan government, Moldova's deteriorating relations with Russia and the US's influence in Moldova. Evghenia Gutul emphasizes that US's pressure has worsened Moldova's relations with Russia, they …

The Lever (2024-10-13). LEVER WEEKLY: Titans Of Deregulation. levernews.com

newarab (2024-10-13). AFCON qualifiers: Salah scores, Tunisia stunned by Comoros. newarab.com Salah added to an opener from Trezeguet in Cairo as Egypt toiled for almost 70…

newarab (2024-10-13). Do Palestinians believe liberation is still possible. newarab.com When Hamas launched an unprecedented assault into southern Israel on 7 October, the date became emblematic for many Palestinians in besieged Gaza…

newarab (2024-10-13). Dubai-based DP World stops UK investment after minister comments. newarab.com Port and logistics firm

newarab (2024-10-13). Israel intensifies assault on Gaza's Jabalia amid crushing siege. newarab.com Israeli forces have intensified their assault on the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, an area where some 200,000 Palestinians have been besieged for over a week. | The army has ordered civilians to leave for the south of Gaza, however numerous reports have emerged of civilians being targeted by snipers and drones while attempting to flee. | Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) project coordinator Sarah Vuylsteke said on X that "nobody is allowed to get in or out". | Images posted to social media showed bodies strewn across streets of the camp, amid reports of massacres of civilians by Israeli strikes. | Early…

newarab (2024-10-13). Israeli strike kills 22 in Jabalia as health services fail. newarab.com At least 22 A separate strike also killed three Palestinians in the Tuffah neighbourhood of Gaza City. | A statement from the Ministry of Health in Gaza said the Israeli army ca…

newarab (2024-10-13). Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with 'fascist' Israel amid war. newarab.com Nicaragua's government, in a statement, said the break in relations was due to Israel's attacks on The nation's congress had, earlier…

newarab (2024-10-13). No ambulances left working in north Gaza, Red Crescent says. newarab.com The Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS) said on Friday that none of their ambulances in north Gaza has had limited fuel resources since PRCS spokesperson Raed Al…

newarab (2024-10-13). Sudan's RSF claims to capture 'Egyptian mercenaries' in war. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-13). Thousands trapped in Jabalia as Israel pounds northern Gaza. newarab.com Thousands of people are trapped in Gaza's Israeli strikes killed at least 34 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Friday, with nearly half of the fatalities occurring in Jabalia, the northern district which is the largest…

Anonymous Contributor (2024-10-13). Update Message from Hybachi LeMar On His Extradition to Pennsylvania DOC. itsgoingdown.org Update on anarchist prisoner Hybachi LeMar. For more information, check out Free Hybachi LeMar. We are sad to announce that, although Hybachi LeMar was scheduled to be released on parole from IDOC Jacksonville Correctional Center on October 4, 2024, he was instead picked up by Pennsylvania authorities on a warrant for an alleged parole violation….

Black Rose Anarchist Federation (2024-10-13). Anarchists in the Labor Movement #4. itsgoingdown.org The Black Rose Anarchist Federation continues to speak with anarchists involved in the labor movement. This is the fourth installment in our Anarchists in the Labor Movement series. Click through the links to read installment #1 with an education worker, #2 with healthcare workers, and #4 with a metal worker. In this interview we speak…

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-13). Before the Iranian Revolution, the Shah was in bed with oligarchs and the CIA. expose-news.com The Iranian Revolution, also known as the Islamic revolution of 1979, was a series of events that culminated in the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty in 1979. The revolution was sparked by …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-13). Before the Iranian Revolution, the Shah was in bed with oligarchs and the CIA. expose-news.com The Iranian Revolution, also known as the Islamic revolution of 1979, was a series of events that culminated in the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty in 1979. The revolution was sparked by …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-13). Book Summary: The Healing Sun, Sunlight and Health in the 21st Century. expose-news.com "Skin cancers are by far the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States, so to prevent them, the public is constantly told to avoid the sun. However, while the relatively benign …

The Exposé (2024-10-13). The Government's given you a "Ration Book" for Electricity. You just don't know it…. expose-news.com We're about to say welcome to Winter 2024, a season that makes the Blitz look like a summer picnic when it comes to electricity. With freezing temperatures outside and eye-watering bills inside, …

The Exposé (2024-10-13). The Government's given you a "Ration Book" for Electricity. You just don't know it…. expose-news.com We're about to say welcome to Winter 2024, a season that makes the Blitz look like a summer picnic when it comes to electricity. With freezing temperatures outside and eye-watering bills inside, …

aljazeera (2024-10-13). The ICC's credibility is hanging by a thread. aljazeera.com If the court does not issue arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu and Gallant, it will lose its legitimacy.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Top-ranked Jannik Sinner beats Novak Djokovic to win Shanghai Masters final. aljazeera.com The US Open and Australian Open champion levelled his career head-to-head record against Djokovic at 4-4.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Choosing to be child-free in an 'apocalyptic' South Asia. aljazeera.com Why are some South Asians choosing not to have children amid a population crisis?>

aljazeera (2024-10-13). The Floating Doctors: Mobile medicine comes to Panama's jungles. aljazeera.com

aljazeera (2024-10-13). In a first, casino hub Macau elects chief executive born in mainland China. aljazeera.com Former judge Sam Hou Fai receives 394 out of 398 votes cast in an election where he was the sole candidate.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Muslim politician in India's Maharashtra shot dead weeks before state polls. aljazeera.com Two suspects are in custody after Baba Siddique was shot multiple times outside his legislator son's office in Mumbai.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). SpaceX 'catches' giant Starship rocket booster in fifth flight test. aljazeera.com SpaceX launches enormous rocket on boldest test flight yet, catching returning booster back at pad with mechanical arms.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). State of the race: Five takeaways from the US election this week. aljazeera.com Where do the candidates stand in the polls? We'll break it down, along with major updates from the campaign trail.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Sudan military's strike on market in capital kills at least 23: Rescuers. aljazeera.com Market is near one of the main camps in the Sudanese capital where the paramilitary RSF has been fighting the military.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). India's defence minister takes part in Hindu 'weapon worship' ceremony. aljazeera.com Indians have celebrated Dussehra, a festival commemorating a symbolic victory of good over evil in Hindu mythology.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Israeli siege of north Gaza kills 300 Palestinians and traps thousands more. aljazeera.com At least 300 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces during their siege and bombardment of northern Gaza.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Japan's Nobel Peace Prize winner says Gaza workers should have won. aljazeera.com 'I thought those fighting hard for peace in Gaza would deserve it.'

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Video: Massive fuel tank explosion in Russia's Chechnya kills four. aljazeera.com Footage shows the moment a fuel tank explodes at a petrol station in Chechnya, in Russia, causing a huge fireball.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Beterbiev crowned boxing's undisputed light heavyweight world champion. aljazeera.com Artur Beterbiev beats Dmitry Bivol on majority points to combine the WBA, WBC, WBO and IBF belts at the fight in Riyadh.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Beterbiev defeats Bivol for undisputed boxing world champion crown. aljazeera.com Artur Beterbiev beats Dmitry Bivol on majority points to combine the WBA, WBC, WBO and IBF belts at the fight in Riyadh.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Match time, teams, head-to-head: India vs Australia — Women's T20 World Cup. aljazeera.com Cricket's powerhouses meet in their final Group A game at Sharjah in a bid to secure a last-four spot at the World Cup.

aljazeera (2024-10-13). Pakistan vs England second Test: Babar, Shaheen, Naseem dropped from squad. aljazeera.com Babar and both leading pacers are being 'rested on the basis of current form and fitness', Pakistan Cricket Board says.

ICRC (2024-10-13). ICRC Activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: Annual Review 2023. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Armenia: Capturing the stories of waiting and yearning. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2024. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Draft environmental and social safeguard documents for consultation: Myanmar Community Assistance Livelihood Project (MCLAP). icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures October 2024. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Gaza: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). High-level initiative on international humanitarian law. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). International Humanitarian Law Conference in Dublin. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Israel: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). SWIRMO: Building International Humanitarian Law into Military Planning and Operational Practices. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Coordination Mechanism Continues Work to Search for People Missing in Connection with Armed Conflicts. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Ethiopia: Children disproportionately affected by weapon contamination. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Middle East: The ICRC urgently calls on all parties to protect civilians. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). A year of loss and pain: ICRC appeals for human dignity and urgent action to ease suffering. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Statement at the 79th United Nations General Assembly, Sixth Committee Plenary Meeting on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-13). Facts & Figures: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip. icrc.org

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2024-10-13). Video: The 2020 Economic Crisis: Global Poverty, Unemployment, Despair. Prof. Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca Author's Note | This video was published on July 1, 2020 in the immediate wake of the March 2020 Lockdown imposed on 190+ member states of the United Nations. | It was act of economic warfare. | A war against humanity. It's intent …

Ahilan Kadirgamar (2024-10-13). Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org

Balasingham Skanthakumar (2024-10-13). Comrade President? Change and Continuity in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org

CADTM Belgique, Maxime Perriot (2024-10-13). Unprecedented since 2019: over 200 people joined the CADTM Autumn Meetings. cadtm.org

CADTM International, Pablo Laixhay (2024-10-13). CADTM International Council | Day 1 | The polycrisis of capitalism. cadtm.org

CADTM International (2024-10-13). The CADTM welcomes the sovereign stance of the new Government of Mexico of not inviting King Felipe VI of Spain to attend the inauguration ceremony. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-10-13). Austria: stuck in the middle. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-10-13). Measuring global poverty. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-10-13). PRC 75 today . cadtm.org

Rachael Swindon (2024-10-13). #SwindonsSundaySermon: 65 million of us — and these three are the best we've got? thecanary.co I genuinely didn't know whether to laugh or cry when I saw a new opinion poll putting the recently-routed Tories just one percentage point behind Keir Starmer's deeply-disliked Labour Party government. How can this be? Despite Labour's steadfast commitment to gifting the Tories with seemingly endless opportunities to land a hefty blow on Starmer's glass […] | By

Bheria (2024-10-13). Yom Kippur & Kapparot: Jewish Day for Tricking God. muslimskeptic.com In the days to come, Jews all over the world will be observing Yom Kippur, which translates as "The Day of Atonement." It concludes the "ten days of repentance" that start with Rosh Hashana. Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, with religious Jews carrying out various acts of worship, such as …

Associated Press (2024-10-13). Alex Salmond, ex-first minister who sought Scotland's independence from UK, dies at 69. scmp.com As Scottish National Party leader, he led the independence campaign in the 2014 referendum, but lost with 45 per cent of the vote.

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-13). Centre-left set to win as Lithuania votes in general election. scmp.com Despite the surge of the centre-left, analysts expect Lithuania's defence and foreign policies to remain unchanged.

Andrea GIORGETTA (2024-10-13). Laos: Report on the human rights situation for the Universal Periodic Review. fidh.org

Anthony Cheung (2024-10-13). There's hope for China's economy, as long as planners can 'let go'. scmp.com Despite economic challenges, a commitment to reform and pre-emptive planning will ensure China's fundamentals remain strong.

APR editor (2024-10-13). Rio Tinto class action begins over 'toxic' Bougainville mine disaster. asiapacificreport.nz By Harry Pearl of BenarNews An initial hearing of a class action against mining giant Rio Tinto over the toxic legacy of the Panguna copper mine on the autonomous island of Bougainville has been held in Papua New Guinea. The lawsuit against Rio Tinto and its subsidiary Bougainville Copper Limited (BCL) is seeking compensation, expected…

Associated Press (2024-10-13). Floridians cleaning up from Hurricane Milton are hampered by fuel shortage. scmp.com The damage from Hurricane Milton has disrupted power and fuel supplies in the sunshine state.

Associated Press (2024-10-13). Harris packs aid boxes for North Carolina hurricane victims ahead of campaign push. scmp.com The US Vice-President's campaign believes it can flip the state against Trump as Harris criss-crosses America to drum up support.

Associated Press (2024-10-13). Why is Donald Trump campaigning in California, a state he's almost sure to lose? scmp.com The Republican US presidential candidate is taking a detour from swing states to launch an aggressive play on Democratic turf.

Audrey Jiajia Li (2024-10-13). How best to respond to hatred? With reason and kindness. scmp.com In the midst of tribal politics, communities can bridge divides and avoid the vicious cycle of violence and revenge — through dialogue.

Bloomberg (2024-10-13). Tito Mboweni, South Africa's first Black central bank chief, dies at 65. scmp.com South African leaders hailed Mboweni for his contributions to economic policy and his focus on fiscal discipline.

Emanuele Scimia (2024-10-13). How EV tariffs broke EU consensus and China's 'divide and rule' plan. scmp.com Beijing might have successfully split France and Germany, but the actions of Greece and Serbia show the limits of its plans in Europe.

Hugo GABBERO (2024-10-13). Russia: Opening of criminal proceedings against human rights defender Ilya Shumanov. fidh.org

Iman Foroutan (2024-10-13). Opinion: An Open Letter to the Middle East. themedialine.org

Juliette Rousselot (2024-10-13). Jammu & Kashmir: New report details India's land rights violations since the abrogation of statehood. fidh.org

Margaux Hourigat (2024-10-13). A MEAL Officer (M/F) – Full-time fixed-term contract. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) composed of 188 national human rights organisations from 116 countries. FIDH is a nonpartisan, non-sectarian, apolitical, and not for profit organisation. Since 1922, FIDH has been defending all human rights — civil, political, economic, social, and cultural — as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
| You can find us on our social networks : www.fidh.org/en (…) | – |

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-13). Towards effective protection for human rights defenders and civil society organisations in Europe. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), as part of an informal coalition of 12 civil society organisations, publishes today a mapping paper and a proposal for a pathways towards an effective protection ecosystem for human rights defenders and civil society organisations in Europe.
October 8, 2024. The two documents aim to map the existing protection landscape, identify gaps and challenges, and propose ways to build a stronger ecosystem for the protection of human rights (…) | – |

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-13). 2024 World day against the death penalty. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-13). For the sake of a vibrant democracy, we are advocating for the rule of law in France. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-13). October 7th anniversary: "I don't think anyone considered something so horrific could happen". fidh.org

Steven Ganot (2024-10-13). Christopher Columbus Likely of Jewish Descent, DNA Research Reveals. themedialine.org

Steven Ganot (2024-10-13). Iranian Journalists Cleared of US Collaboration Charges, Sentences Reduced. themedialine.org

Steven Ganot (2024-10-13). Suez Canal Cuts Yacht Transit Fees by Up to 50% To Boost Tourism. themedialine.org

Steven Ganot (2024-10-13). War Reporting Faces Ethical Challenges in Gaza Conflict. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-13). Hezbollah Drone Strike in Northern Israel Injures 67, Including 4 Critically. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-13). Israeli Military Encircles Northern Gaza, Hundreds Killed in Strikes. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-13). Protecting Insects Essential for Migratory Bird Survival, Says UN Official. themedialine.org

United World International (2024-10-13). Gagauzia's President: The US wants to play with us like a toy. unitedworldint.com

Guest Blogger (2024-10-13). Is the Top of Mount Rainier Shrinking Due to Global Warming? wattsupwiththat.com There is no trend toward more above-freezing temperatures at the top of Mt. Rainier. In fact, the evidence suggests just the opposite.

Staff (2024-10-13). Coming events: Chat with John Helmer on 'The Duran,' Thursday, 17 October. gilbertdoctorow.com As I have written on these pages recently, the Moscow based journalist John Helmer has published what amounts to harsh criticism of Vladimir Putin from some top generals over his alleged readiness to sacrifice Russian state interests in forthcoming peace negotiations to put an early end to the war and to spare his country's oligarchs …

Staff (2024-10-13). Here you have the 'Deep State' with names and addresses… gilbertdoctorow.com Rules are made to be broken, as they say. Following this logic, I today put aside my rule against posting on these pages links to essays by third parties. The reason for doing so is given in the title to this note above, which is a quote from my good colleague in Germany after he …

NEOB (2024-10-13). Eskom records 200 consecutive days of no load shedding. sanews.gov.za Eskom records 200 consecutive days of no load shedding | Eskom has recorded 200 days without implementing load shedding in South Africa, with the last day of load shedding being on 26 March this year. | The power utility on Sunday said the implementation of the Generation Operational Recovery Plan has yielded a reduction of [about] 8.6% in unplanned outages, and an improvement in the Energy Availability Factor by [about] 7.7%. | "The plan is projected to contribute to a potential 2% growth in the South African economy and improve Eskom's financial performance for the financial year 2025," Eskom said. | Eskom Grou…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Five family members killed in stabbing spree. sanews.gov.za Five family members killed in stabbing spree | Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for a suspect, who allegedly killed five of his family members in a stabbing spree that left two others injured. | The incident occurred on Saturday evening at the suspect's home in the Bethany area in Bergville. | "Reports indicate that the suspect and his uncle went to visit the neighbours and on their return, the suspect found his mother sitting in the lounge with others. Information further suggests that the suspect took a knife… and stabbed his mother, who managed to run outside of the house. | "Thereafter, he t…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Former Finance Minisiter Tito Mboweni passes on. sanews.gov.za Former Finance Minisiter Tito Mboweni passes on | President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to former Minister and Governor of the Reserve Bank, Tito Mboweni, following his passing. | Mboweni passed away on Saturday evening following a short illness. | "Given his sense of vitality and energetic and affable engagement with fellow South Africans, Dr Mboweni's passing at 65 comes as a shock. We have lost a leader and compatriot, who has served our nation as an activist, economic policy innovator and champion of labour rights," President Ramaphosa said. | Mboweni served as South Africa's Minister of Labour in the fi…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Hawks crack down on criminals. sanews.gov.za Hawks crack down on criminals | The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as the Hawks, will continue to pursue criminals without fear, favour or prejudice. | This is according to Hawks Head, Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, who briefed the media on Sunday to outline progress and take stock of milestones achieved during the second quarter of the 2024/25 financial year. | "The DPCI remains committed to its mandate of investigating, preventing, and combating national priority offences without fear, favour or prejudice. The DPCI has made significant inroads in apprehending individuals inv…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Minister Godongwana, SARB pay tribute to Mboweni. sanews.gov.za Minister Godongwana, SARB pay tribute to Mboweni | Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has passed his condolences to the family of Former Minister Tito Mboweni following his passing on Saturday evening. | Mboweni served as Finance Minister from 2018 to 2021, following the role Governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), and the first Labour Minister of the democratic dispensation. | READ | "We have lost a titan. A thinker, a doer and above all – a patriot. I…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Police arrest KZN man accused of killing five family members. sanews.gov.za Police arrest KZN man accused of killing five family members | Police in KwaZulu-Natal have arrested a 33-year-old man who allegedly killed five of his family members in a stabbing spree that left two others injured. | The incident occurred on Saturday evening at the man's home in the Bethany area in Bergville. | "Reports indicate that the suspect and his uncle went to visit the neighbours and on their return, the suspect found his mother sitting in the lounge with others. Information further suggests that the suspect took a knife… and stabbed his mother, who managed to run outside of the house. | "Thereafter,…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Police killings an 'assault on society and attack on the State' – Hawks Head Lebeya. sanews.gov.za Police killings an 'assault on society and attack on the State' – Hawks Head Lebeya | Seventeen police officers have been killed in the second quarter of the 2024/25 financial year. | This is according to Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) Head, Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, who briefed the media on Sunday. | At least 13 of the officers were off duty at the time of the incidents, while four were on duty when they were killed. | The Lieutenant General condemned police killings, which the DPCI categorised as a national priority offence that "requires the attention of the DPCI". | "There exists…

NEOB (2024-10-13). R25 million cocaine bust at airport. sanews.gov.za R25 million cocaine bust at airport | Customs officials of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have made a cocaine bust at the OR Tambo International Airport, with a street value of some R25 million. | According to SARS, the 47 cocaine bricks — weighing some 50kg — were stuffed in a bag that was spotted by officials and airport security on a carousel for a flight from Sao Paolo in Brazil and heading to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. | "SARS Customs officers inspected the luggage bag and saw suspicious looking objects in the bag. These objects tested positive for narcotics. Ther…

NEOB (2024-10-13). Two-pot system withdrawals hit R21 billion. sanews.gov.za Two-pot system withdrawals hit R21 billion | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) says a total gross lump sum of some R21.4 billion has been paid out to taxpayers, who have applied to utilise their Savings Withdrawals Benefit of the two-pot retirement system. | More than 1.2 million South Africans applied for the tax directive, with at least 1.14 million approved. | According to the revenue service, the remainder were "declined for a variety of reasons, including incorrect identity numbers and incorrect tax numbers, amongst others". | "SARS reminds taxpayers, who want to apply for a withdrawal to make sure th…

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tn.ai (2024-10-13). Iran Rejects Links with Al-Aqsa Storm Operation. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's UN mission dismissed media stories that Tehran had been informed in advance about Hamas's plan to launch the Al-Aqsa Storm surprise operation against the Israeli regime in October 2023.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). FM Denies Iranian Ballistic Missile Supply to Russia. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi refuted stories about the contents of his recent meeting with the EU foreign policy chief in New York, reiterating that Tehran has not provided any ballistic missiles to Russia.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). Iran Condemns US Sanctions on Its Energy Sector. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the fresh sanctions the US has imposed on Iran's petroleum and petrochemical sectors in response to Tehran's retaliatory missile attack on Israeli military targets on October 1.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). Iran Admires Nicaragua for Severing Ties with Israel. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran praised the government of Nicaragua for its "responsible" move to break diplomatic relations with the Israeli regime.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). Iran Pursuing Prosecution of Gen. Soleimani Assassins: Spokesman. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran has neither forgotten nor forgiven the US assassination of top anti-terrorist commander Lt. General Qassem Soleimani, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said, noting that Tehran is seriously pursuing the prosecution of the perpetrators.

tn.ai (2024-10-13). Iran Favors Peace But Is Ready for War Too: Araqchi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Expressing Iran's opposition to the escalation of tensions and highlighting its push for regional peace, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized that Tehran stands ready for any war amid the current delicate situation.

Bar Peleg (2024-10-13). 'I think Israel and the army did everything at first, but now people no longer talk about the hostages'. haaretz.com Bipin Joshi, a Nepalese student abducted by Hamas during the October 7 attack on Kibbutz Alumim, showed extraordinary courage by throwing back a grenade to protect his friends. Now held captive in Gaza, his companions in Israel await his return…

Associated Press (2024-10-13). Kamala Harris releases 'excellent' medical report, seeks to draw contrast with Donald Trump. scmp.com Trump has shared only limited information about his health over the years, and the move aims to raise questions about his fitness to serve.

____ (2024-10-13). Empowering Women through Industry in Madhya Pradesh. devdiscourse.com In a move advocating for women's empowerment, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav underscored the pivotal role industries play in achieving this objective.

____ (2024-10-13). Italy's Intesa Sanpaolo Faces High-Profile Security Breach Scandal. devdiscourse.com Italy's largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, acknowledged a serious security breach on Sunday, which allegedly compromised the account information of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and other prominent individuals. A report by Domani newspaper revealed a former employee had accessed the accounts of thousands of customers.

____ (2024-10-13). Edi Rama Eyes Enhanced CEFTA as Pathway to EU Membership. devdiscourse.com Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has indicated that the enhancement of the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA) for the Western Balkan region is imminent, as Albania aims to join the European Union by 2030.

____ (2024-10-13). Chidambaram Calls for Restoration of Jammu and Kashmir Statehood. devdiscourse.com In a bold statement, Congress leader P Chidambaram called on the forthcoming Jammu and Kashmir government to make the restoration of statehood their primary agenda.

____ (2024-10-13). Macron's Diplomatic Plea for Middle East Peace. devdiscourse.com French President Emmanuel Macron called for Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to back a 'general de-escalation' of tensions in the Middle East. This conversation underscores Macron's push for diplomatic solutions amidst regional conflicts, according to the presidential office.

____ (2024-10-13). Burkina Faso Clinches Spot in 2025 African Cup of Nations. devdiscourse.com In a decisive victory against Burundi, Burkina Faso has guaranteed their place in the 2025 African Cup of Nations finals, emerging as the first team to join host nation Morocco. The 2-0 triumph secured by Mohamed Konate and Bertrand Traore's goals placed Burkina Faso firmly at the top of Group L with 10 points, ensuring they cannot be displaced from the top two spots.

____ (2024-10-13). Rookie Sensation Caleb Williams Shines in London Victory. devdiscourse.com In a stunning performance at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams threw four touchdown passes, propelling his team to a 35-16 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

____ (2024-10-13). Kerala's Vijayadasami: A Celebration of Learning and Tradition. devdiscourse.com Thousands of toddlers across Kerala were introduced to the world of letters during the 'Vidyarambham' ritual on the auspicious Vijayadasami day. This event, marking the end of the nine-day Navratri festival, is a significant cultural tradition in the southern state.

____ (2024-10-13). Maharashtra's Political Turmoil: Shockwaves from NCP Leader Siddique's Murder. devdiscourse.com Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis expressed profound shock and sorrow following the shooting and subsequent death of NCP leader Baba Siddique. As the holder of the Home Department portfolio, Fadnavis revealed that police are preparing to brief the media post obtaining the accused's custody.

____ (2024-10-13). Political Turmoil Follows Tragic Killing of NCP Leader Baba Siddique. devdiscourse.com In the wake of the tragic killing of NCP leader Baba Siddique, political tensions are running high in Maharashtra. BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi has criticized the opposition for attempting to politicize the incident, highlighting that such actions indicate a non-serious approach to sensitive issues. Naqvi assured that the state government is actively pursuing the culprits behind this heinous crime.

____ (2024-10-13). Uttarakhand Poised for Development: UCC, Airport, and AIIMS in Focus. devdiscourse.com Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami affirmed on Sunday that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will soon be put into effect, assuring citizens the legislation is not designed to harm anyone. During the Civil Felicitation Ceremony at the Indira Gandhi Sports Ground in Kichha, Dhami stated that voters in the 2022 assembly elections supported this legal move.

____ (2024-10-13). Potential Railway Disaster Averted by Loco Pilots. devdiscourse.com In what could have been a catastrophe, loco pilots of goods train BCNHL/32849 reported a mysterious cylinder on the railway tracks between Landaura and Dhandhera to the station master on Sunday. The Northern Railway CPRO confirmed the location at KM 1553/01 from Dhandhera station.

____ (2024-10-13). Chief Minister's Janata Darshan: A Promise of Justice. devdiscourse.com In a significant public interaction, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed grievances of around 300 individuals during the Janata Darshan held Sunday morning at the Gorakhnath temple premises, officials reported.

____ (2024-10-13). EVM Controversy Sparks Tension in Haryana Elections. devdiscourse.com Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal urges the Election Commission to address concerns raised by the Congress regarding possible electronic voting machine (EVM) misuse in the recently-concluded Haryana Assembly elections. The Congress party has alleged discrepancies, particularly with battery percentages, in several EVMs involved in the voting process.

____ (2024-10-13). Shockwaves Across India: NCP Leader Baba Siddique's Tragic Murder. devdiscourse.com The political landscape of India has been jolted by the brutal murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, which took place in Mumbai on Saturday. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed shock and condemned the violence, asserting that such acts have no place in civil society.

____ (2024-10-13). Green's Injury: Chance for Bancroft in Border-Gavaskar Trophy. devdiscourse.com Cameron Green's unfortunate injury may offer Cameron Bancroft a shot at a Test recall in the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, suggests former Australia captain Mark Taylor.

Louis Jadwong (2024-10-13). D-DAY: Egypt and Sudan dismiss new River Nile agreement. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG & AGENCIES | Egypt and Sudan have rejected the recently ratified agreement on The Nile River Basin Cooperative Framework (CFA) which was expected to come into force today, 13th October 2024. The Agreement aimed to among many initiatives, establish the Nile River Basin Commission to succeed all the rights, obligations, and …

The Independent (2024-10-13). ANALYSIS: Bumpy start for UK's new Labour government. independent.co.ug LONDON | Xinhua | As the United Kingdom's Labour government marks 100 days in office on Saturday, political commentators are markedly less enthusiastic than in the aftermath of the party's landslide win in the July 4 general election. Instead, they are asking whether Labour will be able to get back on course after an apparently …

The Independent (2024-10-13). Boeing to cut 10% of workforce. independent.co.ug SAN FRANCISCO | Xinhua | Boeing said on Friday that it will lay off 10 percent of its workforce in the coming months and cut its production amid a month-long strike. The job cuts will impact roughly 17,000 workers across all levels of the company, Boeing said, adding that it will end production of its …

The Independent (2024-10-13). 'Forgive Lakwena's Father'. independent.co.ug Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Northern Uganda Diocese Emeritus Bishop Rt Rev Nelson Onono Onweng has called on the people in the Acholi Sub-region to forgive Severino Kiberu Okoya, the father to former Holy Spirit Movement rebel leader Alice Auma Lakwena. Speaking to mourners during the burial of Okoya on Saturday, Bishop Onono-onweng says …

The Independent (2024-10-13). Bamwine, Kabale Human Resource Officer disagree on early retirement of teachers. independent.co.ug Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fred Bamwine, Commissioner for Resident District Commissioners and Jacinta Tushabomwe, Kabale District Principal Human Resource Officer have disagreed over the early retirement of teachers in the district. Bamwine was meeting district technical and political leaders at Kabale district council hall on Friday as he assessed the status of service delivery …

The Independent (2024-10-13). Luwero Bishop asks Bukalasa land office staff to refrain from unethical conduct. independent.co.ug Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rt. Rev. Wilson Kisekka, the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Luwero, has urged employees at the Bukalasa Land Offices in Wobulenzi Town Council, Luwero District, to prioritize service delivery based on ethics. The Bukalasa Land Offices have faced scrutiny due to bribery, fraud, and mismanagement of land records. Reports …

The Independent (2024-10-13). MUK management set to meet public service to resolve staff strike. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University management is set to meet with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Service to resolve the ongoing staff strike. Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mukadasi Buyinza, said this in his response to a plea by Guild President Lubega Nsamba, who had urged the university to engage with the …

The Independent (2024-10-13). Rethinking Foreign Funding for Africa. independent.co.ug African countries' large and growing debt burdens have become a major obstacle to poverty reduction COMMENT | KENNETH ROGOFF | How long can the complacent West continue to ignore Africa's sovereign-debt crisis? As African countries grapple with unsustainable debt burdens, restructuring negotiations with Western governments and multilateral institutions such as the International Monetary Fund have …

The Independent (2024-10-13). Why mobile payment is booming in Africa. independent.co.ug NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | On the bustling streets of Nairobi, the green glow of the M-Pesa (a mobile money platform) logo is inescapable, from high-end hotels to street vendors. In some tourist hotspots, signs declaring "No Cash" highlight a striking shift: over 90 percent of adults in the East African country now use mobile …

hindustantimes (2024-10-13). Hezbollah Shakes Israel On Holiest Day For Jew; 320 Rockets, Nearly 3,000 Hospitalised On Yom Kippur. hindustantimes.com The Israeli military has said that Hezbollah fired over 320 projectiles at the country on the holiest day for Jews — Yom Kippur. Nearly 3,000 people were treated on Yom Kippur, which included people who were directly hurt by Hezbollah explosions. Most of the people were hospitalised due to fasting, dehydration on the occasion of Yom Kippur. Watch this video for more information.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating breast cancer through surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Globally, 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the World Health Organization. Advances in treating breast cancer are improving care and quality of life. Hear from Dr. Sarah McLaughlin, a Mayo Clinic breast surgical oncologist, in this Mayo Clinic Minute. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Treating breast…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Minute: Advanced imaging provides hope by seeing the previously unseen. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic remains a leader in healthcare innovation, applying advanced technologies like the 7-Tesla MRI to help improve patient care. This imaging system uses a stronger magnetic field to produce more detailed images of the body's interior. Dr. Justin Cramer, a Mayo Clinic neuroradiologist, explains how detailed brain scans help Mayo Clinic care teams diagnose and treat patients with epilepsy and other neurologic diseases. Learn more about how Mayo Clinic experts are utilizing these tools…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to prepare for a sensitive medical appointment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An appointment with your healthcare professional can be particularly stressful when it involves sensitive or intimate concerns about your body. However, addressing these concerns early is crucial for potentially detecting or identifying serious conditions like cancer. Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, understands that discussing gynecological health issues can be challenging. Finding a healthcare professional you trust and coming prepared to your appointment can make all the difference in ensuring your concerns are…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Emotional exhaustion: When your feelings feel overwhelming. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: Oct. 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Recently, I've been feeling physically and mentally drained from the demands of work, caregiving and other responsibilities. I struggle to find motivation and have trouble concentrating on tasks. Are there strategies to help me find emotional balance? ANSWER: Turning on the news or opening a newspaper to see local and world events can bring out strong emotions and stressors. In addition to the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Building resilience to tame anxiety. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I struggle with persistent anxiety, which often leaves me feeling drained mentally and physically. Minor setbacks or stressors can cause me to spiral into negative thinking. What techniques can help me manage my anxiety in a lasting way? ANSWER: Anxiety is a common and uncomfortable struggle for many people. The tendency to have anxiety comes from your genetics, your sense of security (or lack of it), the role modeling you received as…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Uterine cancer rates are increasing: What can you do to protect yourself? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Uterine cancer is the most common type of gynecologic cancer. It's estimated that about 67,880 new cases will be diagnosed in 2024. Approximately 13,250 people will die from this disease in the U.S. in 2024, according to the National Cancer Institute. Researchers recently reported that while death rates for the most common type of uterine cancer — endometrioid cancer — remained stable, deaths from rare and aggressive types of uterine cancer increased significantly each year…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Prostate cancer: Family history, genetics and your risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images If you've been diagnosed with prostate cancer, exploring what may have contributed to your cancer might not be at the top of your list. However, learning about your family history and the genetic characteristics of your prostate cancer can help your care team zero in on the best treatment plan for you. Daniel Childs, M.D., a Mayo Clinic medical oncologist specializing in genitourinary cancers, and Joan Steyermark, a Mayo Clinic genetic counselor, explain…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic secures ARPA-H award to build a living pharmacy within the body for inflammatory disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rochester, Minn. — Mayo Clinic is the prime site for an ARPA-H award to develop an implantable device that acts as a living pharmacy, triggering a "cell factory" in the body to treat inflammatory disease. ARPA-H, short for Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, is an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services. It supports research for potentially transformative biomedical and health breakthroughs. The award for up to $42.8 million for Engage Assess…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic, Carnegie Mellon researchers secure ARPA-H award for multiyear implantable device research for diabetes and obesity. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers will join collaborators on a federally-funded project to improve the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Setting boundaries for your well-being. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm a people-pleaser by nature and have difficulty saying no or setting limits in my relationships. How can I start to create healthier boundaries in a kind yet firm way? ANSWER: People have various types of relationships, including partners, spouses, children, friends, co-workers, neighbors and acquaintances. Different relationships involve different interactions, responsibilities and influences. Every relationship has boundaries or rules of engagement. You may be deliberate and conscientious about these boundaries, or…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Health System discusses advancements in breast cancer screenings. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. ‚Äï Since the 1970s, mammograms have been shown to reduce the risk of dying of breast cancer and have saved countless lives. "In the decades since early mammography was established, the emergence of new screening options go well beyond traditional mammography and have made great advancements in early detection," says Tara Krosch, M.D., regional vice chair of clinical practice for surgical specialties, Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota. "As we all know,…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Minute: How excessive daytime sleepiness can affect heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you have a difficult time staying awake and alert during the day, you may be experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness. Dr. Virend Somers, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist with a focus on sleep medicine, explains the difference between being tired and being sleepy and how excessive daytime sleepiness can have a negative effect on the heart. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/-7jHlm8PdpU Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 03) is in the downloads at the end of this post….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Could groin pain be a sports hernia? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 17-year-old son plays high school soccer. After a recent game, he began complaining of pain in his lower abdomen that radiates down to his inner thigh. His primary care physician believes he has a sports hernia. What is this condition, and how is it treated? What other sports injuries cause groin pain? ANSWER: A sports hernia is a type of core muscle injury that occurs when there is weakening or a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). RegenBio Summit: Understanding regulations for bringing breakthrough treatments to patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Learn about navigating regulatory pathways that advance promising biotherapies to daily patient care at RegenBio Summit: Transforming Next-Gen Biotherapeutics 2024. Peter Marks, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will deliver a keynote address about guiding the development of new cell, gene and tissue therapies. Dr. Marks leads the Center within FDA that is responsible for ensuring that biological products are safe, effective and…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Frailty linked to poor outcomes in pulmonary embolism patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent Mayo Clinic study has linked frailty to poor outcomes for patients suffering from pulmonary embolism, a blood clot that blocks and stops blood flow to an artery in the lung.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Radiopharmaceutical therapy shows favorable results for people with tough-to-treat meningioma brain tumors, Mayo Clinic study finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The following press release was distributed by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Phase 2 clinical trial finds 177Lu-Dotatate may extend progression-free survival for patients with no other options to manage recurrent disease WASHINGTON — A radiopharmaceutical therapy that has successfully extended progression-free survival for patients with neuroendocrine tumors shows early signs for delivering similar benefits to patients with difficult-to-treat meningioma, a type of brain tumor. The nonrandomized phase 2 study's findings were presented…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Regenerative Medicine Minnesota awards 13 research grants for 2024. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regenerative Medicine Minnesota (RMM) has awarded 13 grants totalling $4.3 million to support discovery, development, translation and commercialization of regenerative medicine-based innovations to improve human health in Minnesota and beyond. The award-winning projects and awardees for 2024 are: Clinical Trial Award: Phase 1 Study of Intravenous Administration of Adeno-Associated Virus Gene Therapy for Individuals with Propionic Acidemia Michael Barry, Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Propionic acidemia (PA) is a severe metabolic disorder caused by mutations in the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). Top 10 questions about breast cancer answered. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Breast cancer receives much attention during October's awareness month. Although sightings of pink ribbons and breast cancer-related information increase during the month, it's crucial to keep screenings and clinical breast exams at the forefront of preventive care year-round. A Mayo Clinic Health System high-risk breast consultant and breast cancer awareness advocate shares the top 10 questions about breast cancer asked by people of all ages and backgrounds. Why do I need to worry about breast cancer…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-13). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating breast cancer through surgery Globally, 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the World Health Organization. Advances in treating breast cancer are improving care and quality of life.‚Å ‚Å "There are only two surgical options: lumpectomy and mastectomy. But there are 100 reasons why women choose one thing or another,"…

Staff (2024-10-13). 📨 Modo Avión: La graduación. cubadebate.cu Hola, mi gente. øQué tal les lleva esta semana? Casi nos volvemos meteorólogos de tanta noticia sobre huracanes. Y es que es importante estar informado, estos fenómenos son muy peligrosos. Abróchate el cinturón que este viaje empieza ahora ✈️.

Staff (2024-10-13). Ajedrez en Cuba: øPor qué se perdió la masividad? cubadebate.cu Han sido captados cuatro testimonios, en los que es evidente el contraste. Dos de ellos realizados a niños considerados talentos, que exhiben un realidad distinta al resto, aunque la captación de dichos talentos igualmente ha sido afectada. El hecho es que hace unos 10 años se juega muy poco ajedrez en las escuelas cubanas, perdiéndose la masividad de inicios del siglo XXI.

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2024-10-08: News Headlines

Margaret Flowers, Clearing the FOG. (2024-10-08). A Free State Of Palestine Is Inevitable; How Many Must Die First? popularresistance.org October 7, 2024 marks the first anniversary of the launch of Operation Al Aqsa Flood when members of the Palestinian resistance movement broke out of Gaza, known as the world's largest open air prison. The occupying state of Israel responded with a genocidal attack on Gaza that has since spread to the West Bank, Lebanon and other countries in the region that are acting in solidarity with Palestine. Clearing the FOG speaks with activist and author Miko Peled about the goals of Israel, what is happening in Palestine and West Asia and his new project, the Palestine House of Freedom, in Washington, DC. Visit DarAlhur…

WSWS (2024-10-08). Biden administration marks one year of Gaza genocide with Zionist-imperialist propaganda. wsws.org The official commemorations of the Israeli casualties on October 7, 2023 ignore the objective historical roots of the Palestinian rebellion against Zionist repression.

US Peace Council. (2024-10-08). US And Israel Are Pushing The World To The Brink Of WW III. popularresistance.org Just short of one year since Israel's criminal attack and invasion of the Gaza Strip and brutal bombardment and genocide of Palestine, the Zionist state committed yet another crime against humanity, on September 23, 2024. | Israel carpet bombed Lebanon and assassinated the top leaders of the Resistance Front, including Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah, the widely revered leader of Hezbollah, and brigadier general Abbas Nilforoushan, commander of Iran's Quds Brigade in Lebanon, among others. Since the start of this criminal attack, Israel has continued to assassinate more leaders of the Hezbollah, including the organizatio…

Natalia Marques, People's Dispatch. (2024-10-08). A Year Of Struggle For Palestine In The Belly Of The Beast. popularresistance.org On October 7, Israel began another phase of its long-genocidal war against the Palestinian people. The intensification of its colonial violence, ethnic cleansing, and mass displacement was suddenly livestreamed for the entire world to see. In response to this brutality and devastation, the people of the world rallied to stand with Palestine and resist imperialism everywhere. Within the United States, without which the Israeli colonial project would be impossible, millions of people were brought into the struggle against imperialism from within the belly of the beast. | This mass raising of consciousness has broug…

John Wight, Consortium News. (2024-10-08). The Meaning Of October 7. popularresistance.org Israel's murderous assault on the people of Gaza — over this past year — with the material, diplomatic and political support of the collective West — has been tantamount to witnessing a rabid dog ripping the flesh from the bones of what many had allowed themselves to believe was a world worth living in. At this point, it is not. | Israel's ongoing exercise in mad slaughter is of a piece with the rage unleashed by the slaveowner in response to recalcitrant slaves daring to break out of the plantation. And it is here where we understand the real "crime" of the Palestinians of Gaza — refusal…

WSWS (2024-10-08). Hurricane Milton sets storm intensity records as it moves toward Florida Gulf Coast. wsws.org Hurricane Milton, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic, is projected to hit the Tampa Bay region late Wednesday with a destructive storm surge of 10 to 15 feet.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Hezbollah vows to continue fight against Israel until Gaza ceasefire. aljazeera.com Hezbollah's deputy leader Naim Qassem has said his group will continue striking Israel until there is a Gaza ceasefire.

Shane Burley, In These Times. (2024-10-08). US Jewish Institutions Are Purging Their Staffs Of Anti-Zionists. popularresistance.org Dan Fischer had been working as a Hebrew and Jewish ethics teacher for three years at Sinai Synagogue in South Bend, Ind., when a television reporter asked him for comment during an "All Out for Palestine" rally held four days after October 7. | "I am one of multiple Jews that are here today, proud to be in solidarity with the people of Gaza and Palestine," Fischer said. "And I know that my tradition, the Jewish tradition, is a religion of tzedek, meaning justice, and shalom, meaning peace." | He was fired the next day. | The synagogue sent a letter to the congregation sa…

Mondoweiss. (2024-10-08). 'A Time Of Painful Birth And Major Transformation'. popularresistance.org Mousa Abu Marzouk is a Palestinian politician and senior member of Hamas who served as the first chairman of the Hamas Political Bureau from 1992 until 1996, and deputy chairman of the Hamas Political Bureau from January 1997 until April 2013, where he was succeeded by the late Ismail Haniyeh. Abu Marzouk has been a key figure in Palestinian politics and within the Hamas movement for decades, and continues to play a central role in the group's politburo. | The following interview was conducted via email between September 27 and October 3, 2024. The questions and answers are copied below exactly as they were writt…

Ann Garrison, Black Agenda Report. (2024-10-08). How The United States Destabilized The Horn Of Africa. popularresistance.org The Horn of Africa and its key waterways are the geostrategic interface between Europe, Africa, and Asia. They have been the site of more destructive foreign intervention and global power competition than any other region on the continent. It seemed as though consequent strife and instability might be coming to an end in 2018, when Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, and then Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, aka Farmaajo, signed the Joint Declaration on Comprehensive Cooperation Between Ethiopia, Somalia and Eritrea , promising that the three countries would work tog…

The Costs of War. (2024-10-08). United States Spending On Israel's Military Operations. popularresistance.org U.S. spending on Israel's military operations and related U.S operations in the region total at least $22.76 billion and counting. This estimate is conservative; while it includes approved security assistance funding since October 7, 2023, supplemental funding for regional operations, and an estimated additional cost of operations, it does not include any other economic costs. | This figure includes the $17.9 billion the U.S. government has approved in security assistance for Israeli military operations in Gaza and elsewhere since October 7 — substantially more than in any other year since the U.S. began gr…

The New Arab. (2024-10-08). Journalist Self-Immolates Outside White House To Protest Gaza Coverage. popularresistance.org A journalist set himself on fire outside the White House on Saturday, after publishing a blog post where he expressed remorse over his role in shaping news stories that he felt made him complicit in Israel's war on Gaza. | Samuel Mena Jr reached out to a friend three hours before setting himself on fire, telling them to watch an Instagram stream, where the journalist read from a script where he expressed regret at his perceived role in contributing to Palestinian suffering. | He then set himself on fire with images circulated online showing Mena Jr draped in a keffiyeh immersed in flames, as people ran to help hi…

Associated Press (2024-10-08). Tunisia's Saied wins re-election, entrenching his power in Arab spring's birthplace. scmp.com Kai's Saied won Sunday's vote by a landslide — but low turnout reflected widespread discontent in the cradle of the Arab spring pro-democracy uprisings.

bwitanek (2024-10-08). Protest AIPAC Campaign Candidate Nellie Pou Locating HQ in "Little Palestine" (Paterson, NJ) — Grand Opening Oct 12, 12 pm. fightbackbetter.com PROTEST NELLIE POU AIPAC CAMPAIGN HQ IN PATERSONSATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 12 PM446 Main Street, Paterson NJ In a quick hand…

Qassam Muaddi (2024-10-08). 'I can't feel anything anymore': women in a West Bank refugee camp reflect on a year of Israeli military raids on their homes. mondoweiss.net After a year of near-constant Israeli military raids on their homes and private spaces, women are some of the most affected among the Palestinian residents of Nur Shams refugee camp in Tulkarem.

Binoy Kampmark (2024-10-08). Raw Deals: The Continued Shafting of the Chagossians. counterpunch.org It was a spectacular example of a non-event, alloyed by pure symbolism and cynicism. Here was a British government offering — how generous of them — to return sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, whose residents had been brutally displaced between 1965 to 1973, to Mauritius. In an October 3 joint statement between London and Port Louis, all but

Dean Baker (2024-10-08). Automation is Called "Productivity Growth" counterpunch.org It is more than a bit bizarre reading pieces that talk about automation or job-killing AI as something new and alien. These are forms of productivity growth. They allow more goods and services to be produced for each hour of human labor. Productivity growth is usually thought of as a good thing. It's the reason

Ghada Karmi (2024-10-08). The true lesson of October 7 is that Israel cannot be reformed. mondoweiss.net The year since October 7 has shown us that Israel can neither be accommodated nor reformed. It must be dismantled, and Zionism must be brought to an end. Only this will finally alleviate the Palestinians' terrible ordeal over the past 76 years.

Jehad Abusalim (2024-10-08). Gaza remains our compass. mondoweiss.net Gaza has become a battlefield in the war over the fate and collective dignity of the people of the region, including beyond Palestine. But amid all this, Gaza remains the compass.

Noura Erakat (2024-10-08). Five things we've learned since October 7. mondoweiss.net Noura Erakat shares five lessons the Israeli genocide in Gaza has taught us.

Madaar (2024-10-08). Palestine: a year of aggression and the largest genocide in modern history. peoplesdispatch.org October 7, 2024, marks one year since the onset of the aggression against Gaza and subsequently against all Palestinian territory. A year has gone by since one of the most heinous acts of genocide began; since the curtain was drawn on the complicity of the international community and Western institutions, against a people who, according to international law, are defending their right to exist. A year has passed since the attempt to uproot a people from their land, filled with lies and rhetoric aimed at portraying the Zionist occupation as the victim. | Over the past year, the world has witnessed the brutality of…

Saheli Chowdhury (2024-10-08). Palestinian Activist Khaled Barakat: The Resistance Is Prepared for a Long War. orinocotribune.com The Palestinian resistance, as well as West Asia's Axis of Resistance, are prepared for a long war because "this is an open confrontation against the Zionist settler regime," Palestinian author and activist Khaled Barakat said in an interview with Orinoco Tribune. "We have no other option except to continue with the resistance and to defeat Israel because the other option that Israel is offering us is to surrender, to become slaves for the Zionist regime, to become puppets for the imperialist forces, to just give up on our hopes and dreams. That we should just sit back and watch them plunder our resources and ste…

WSWS (2024-10-08). A wave of desertions in Ukraine. wsws.org This report on the growing wave of desertions in Ukraine was submitted to the WSWS from journalists of Assembly.org.ua.

WSWS (2024-10-08). German VW Action Committee discuses how to prevent plant closures. wsws.org The second meeting of the German VW Action Committee discussed and answered fundamental questions raised by workers. Questions ranged from the assessment of the current crisis at VW and in the entire automotive industry to the implementation of practical solidarity and the need to independently organize the VW workforce in all plants and countries.

WSWS (2024-10-08). Berlin's Little Grosz Museum (Das kleine Grosz Museum) set to close. wsws.org The closure of the Little Grosz museum in Berlin is a great loss. In the current political situation, marked by wars and crises, the artistic legacy of the painter, graphic artist and caricaturist Grosz is of burning relevance.

WSWS (2024-10-08). Mass layoffs hit Stellantis workers at Detroit auto plant: "We have a right to our jobs" wsws.org Monday was the last day of work for more than 2,400 workers at the Warren Truck Assembly Plant, part of a growing jobs massacre throughout the global auto industry.

WSWS (2024-10-08). Billionaire Musk declares allegiance to Trump and "dark MAGA" at Butler, Pennsylvania rally. wsws.org Dark MAGA aesthetics and memes have been embraced by QAnon and neo-Nazi elements within the Trump movement, who are calling on Trump to enact vengeance on his political enemies with violence.

WSWS (2024-10-08). Australia: NSW nurses' union shuts down strikes against Labor government cuts. wsws.org The intention of the Nurses and Midwives' Association leadership is that nurses and midwives will play no further role in this dispute, which will be decided in backroom talks with the government.

WSWS (2024-10-08). As CUPE works to block all-out strike at Port of Montreal, Quebec City dockworkers' lockout enters third year. wsws.org CUPE's determination to isolate Montreal dockworkers from their class brothers and sisters until they can concoct a rotten deal with management is underscored by the fate of dockworkers in Quebec City, who have been locked out for over two years.

WSWS (2024-10-08). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Health support workers are fighting poverty pay that forces many to rely on food banks to survive.

WSWS (2024-10-08). The role of Iran's oil and gas in US war plans against China. wsws.org Given the enduring supremacy of oil and gas, countries holding large, cheap reserves of the commodity remain essential to geopolitical calculations.

Editor (2024-10-08). Raw deals: The continued shafting of the Chagossians. mronline.org It was a spectacular example of a non-event, alloyed by pure symbolism and cynicism. Here was a British government offering—how generous of them—to return sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, whose residents had been brutally displaced between 1965 to 1973, to Mauritius.

Editor (2024-10-08). Blinken approved policy to bomb aid trucks, Israeli Cabinet members suggest. mronline.org From the very beginning of Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken had his hands on the steering wheel.

Editor (2024-10-08). FTC orders Mastercard to answer questions about its data collection & monetization practices. mronline.org Credit card data is extremely valuable for companies aiming to predict how people will spend money in the future. Knowing how much people spend, where and on what day says a lot about consumers' financial situations.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Bangladesh recalls its envoy in India. ummid.com In a major diplomatic reshuffle, the interim government in Bangladesh has recalled its ambassador in India.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Application opens for 11th Edition of Study UK Alumni Awards. ummid.com The British Council has invited applications for the 11th Edition of the Study UK Alumni Awards programme.

UMMID (2024-10-08). GIGABYTE Unpacks Motherboards for AMD Ryzen 9000 Processors. ummid.com Leading computer brand, GIGABYTE, Tuesday launched X870E and X870 series motherboards, specifically manufactured for AMD Socket AM5 platform.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Manipur, Attacks on Churches and Mosques – USCIRF Flags Religious Freedom in India. ummid.com In yet another embarrassing moment for the Narendra Modi government, the United States has once again flagged worsening religious freedom and condition of minorities in India under the BJP rule.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Modi Govt streamlines Halal Certification to boost meat export. ummid.com In a move to boost meat exports from India, the Narendra Modi Government in New Delhi Tuesday October 01, 2024 streamlined Halal Certification Process for meat and meat products.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Earth to have two 'Moons' till Nov 25. ummid.com Since Sunday September 29, 2024, our Earth has two Moons — one our own permanent neighbour and the other a temporary "Mini Moon" that will orbit our planet alongside the Moon for the next two months.

UMMID (2024-10-08). IIT Delhi to research on Aviation Textiles for IAF. ummid.com Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and Headquarters Maintenance (HQ) Command, Indian Air Force Nagpur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing innovative technologies for aviation textiles.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Israel rushes to hide damages by Iran missile attack. ummid.com The far right Zionist regime of Israel has imposed strict restrictions and censorship on media to hide the actual damages done in the Iranian missile attack Tuesday October 01, 2024.

UMMID (2024-10-08). RSS, Kangana Ranaut and Neo-Hindutva Feminism. ummid.com An RSS supporter and promoter of the idea of Hindu Rashtra, Kangana Ranaut is a new nationalist and a new cultural phenomenon.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Samsung starts mass production of PM9E1 SSD. ummid.com Samsung Electronics Friday October 04, 2024 announced its has started mass production of PM9E1, a PCle 5.0 SSD with the industry's highest performance and largest capacity.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Apple Stores in Bengaluru, Pune on card. ummid.com Apple is all set to open its retail stores in Pune and Bengaluru besides adding two new ones in Mumbai and Delhi NCR region.

UMMID (2024-10-08). CPI(M)-RSS Nexus in Kerala. ummid.com The close CPI(M)-RSS nexus or the former being used as political rule by the latter is fully in consonance with the present ideological-political degeneration of CPM in Kerala under the leadership of Pinarayi.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Elon Musk 'publicly' endorses Donald Trump. ummid.com SpaceX and Tesla CEO and owner of social media platform X (originally launched as Twitter) has publicly endorsed former President and Republican Party candidate for the 2024 US Elections Donald Trump.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Lessons from Drug Cartels for Arab Rulers Dealing Israel. ummid.com The drug dealers who operate in an illegal field have taken a stance that shows real action can be more effective than any diplomatic statements at Arab summits.

UMMID (2024-10-08). America: A Victim of Israeli Expansionism. ummid.com Israel's influence over U.S. politics has placed America in a paradoxical position, making it both complicit in and a victim of Israeli expansionism.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Crackdown or Udta Malegaon: Onus on the Malegaonians to choose one. ummid.com The drug menace in Malegaon till last year was reportedly limited to a small section of powerloom sector. But now, it has allegedly penetrated deeper among the labour class simultaneously knocking the doors of schools and colleges.

UMMID (2024-10-08). FOMO vs. FOBO: In House Hunt, One Helps While The Other Hurts. ummid.com Within this complexity, the psychological phenomena of FOMO – the Fear of Missing Out and FOBO – the Fear of Better Options – play big roles in homebuyer decisions…

UMMID (2024-10-08). Hajj 2025 waiting list released, check now. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has released the Hajj 2025 Waiting List on its official website 'hajcommittee.gov.in' for confirmation after the Advance Hajj Amount due date.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Jammu Kashmir, Haryana Election 2024 Results Tuesday. ummid.com The state election commissions in Jammu Kashmir and Haryana have made all preparations for counting of votes and declaration of results of the 2024 assembly elections in the two states Tuesday October 08, 2024.

UMMID (2024-10-08). microRNA discovery earns 2024 Nobel for U.S. scientists. ummid.com The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet Monday conferred the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to U.S. scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation.

UMMID (2024-10-08). UAE BioTech Symposium revokes ban on Israel. ummid.com Decks are cleared for the Israeli BioTech companies to attend the UAE BioTech Symposium 2024 to be held in November.

UMMID (2024-10-08). Haryana Election Result 2024 Live Updates. ummid.com The ruling BJP and Congress alliances are in a neck and neck battle to win in farmers' dominated Haryana state where counting of votes for the 2024 assembly elections is underway…

UMMID (2024-10-08). Jammu Kashmir Election Result 2024 Live Updates. ummid.com Jammu Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) and Congress alliance is on course to big win in the border UT where counting of votes for the 2024 assembly elections is underway.

Democracy Now! (2024-10-08). Democracy Now! 2024-10-08 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 08, 2024; "The Message": Ta-Nehisi Coates on the Power of Writing & Visiting Senegal, South Carolina, Palestine; Ta-Nehisi Coates: I Was Told Palestine Was Complicated. Visiting Revealed a Simple, Brutal Truth | Headlines for October 08, 2024; "The Message": Ta-Nehisi Coates on the Power of Writing & Visiting Senegal, South Carolina, Palestine; Ta-Nehisi Coates: I Was Told Palestine Was Complicated. Visiting Revealed a Simple, Brutal Truth…

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-10-08). I Have Seen The Insides Of Too Many Dead Kids. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Listen to a reading of this article (reading by Tim Foley): I have seen the insides of too many dead kids to have any patience for status quo politics or centrist incrementalism. I have seen the insides of too many dead kids to care who the Americans elect in November. I have seen the insides …

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Dramatic aerial video shows massive fire at California's Trabuco Canyon. presstv.ir Aerial video shows a brush fire raging in Trabuco Canyon, prompting evacuation warnings.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Protesters in Tel Aviv demand release of Gaza hostages. presstv.ir Families of Israeli captives in Gaza staged a new protest in Tel Aviv, urging a deal with Palestinian resistance groups.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). 'Rohingya in pain'- Refugees on hunger strike at India detention center. presstv.ir More than 100 Rohingya refugees living at Goalpara detention center in the Indian state of Assam began hunger strike.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). 'Silence is violence' – Pro-Gaza demonstrators in Rotterdam urge end to Israel genocide. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched across the streets of Rotterdam.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Police crack down on environmental activists protesting against the A69 route. presstv.ir Gendarmes in southern France are dislodging activists.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Heavy rain causes floods in northern Thailand's Lampang province. presstv.ir Heavy rain triggered floods in Thailand's Lampang province.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Flames, smoke across southern Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes. presstv.ir Israeli warplanes conducted large-scale strikes on Hezbollah targets.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). 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.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Yemen unleashes new ballistic missile against Tel Aviv on anniv. of Oct. 7 operation. presstv.ir Yemen's Armed Forces target Tel Aviv with two ballistic missiles, including a new one, on the occasion of the first anniversary of Operation al-Aqsa Storm.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Rights group: 108 Palestinian journalists detained by Israel in Gaza war. presstv.ir A Palestinian prisoners' rights group says Israeli forces have detained a total of 108 journalists from Gaza and the West Bank since the Gaza war.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Oct. 7: Resistance ops. against Israeli regime on first anniv. of 'Op. Al-Aqsa Flood'. presstv.ir Amid Israeli genocide in Gaza and Lebanon, Palestinian and regional resistance groups continued their operations against the regime on Monday, the first anniversary of Op. Al-Aqsa Flood.

presstv.ir (2024-10-08). Hezbollah hammers multiple Israeli targets with rocket barrage. presstv.ir Hezbollah says it has hit multiple targets in Israel with a rocket barrage.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). How football brings joy and helps heal Palestinian children in Qatar. aljazeera.com For the Palestinian children evacuated from Gaza, weekly football training brings smiles and unearths future stars.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). The Gaza time bomb. aljazeera.com Israel's war on Gaza has killed tens of thousands, turned much of the occupied territory to dust — with no end in sight.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). European police to reopen cold cases to identify 46 women's remains. aljazeera.com Campaign that began in 2023 in Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands expanded to include France, Italy and Spain.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Global forest loss exceeds targets in 2023, report warns. aljazeera.com Rate of forest loss last year remained 45 percent above levels needed to halt deforestation by 2030.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). How did Egypt's and Israel's economies do in a year of Houthi attacks? aljazeera.com Traffic through Suez Canal has slowed, driving the cost of goods up, and impacting the two countries' economies.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Israeli military claims hit on Hezbollah HQ commander. aljazeera.com Suhail Hussein Husseini reportedly killed as Israel continues to target armed group's chain of command.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton win Nobel Prize in physics 2024. aljazeera.com Pair awarded 'for foundational discoveries and inventions that enable machine learning with artificial neural networks'.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Kenya's Parliament to vote on impeaching Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. aljazeera.com Gachagua says he'll fight allegations of corruption, undermining the government and stirring ethnic hatred 'to the end'.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). North Korean troops fighting for Russia in Ukraine: Seoul. aljazeera.com Defence minister says 'highly likely' North Korean soldiers were killed in recent attack by Ukrainian forces.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Rodrigo Duterte to run for mayor in southern Philippines stronghold. aljazeera.com The 79-year-old former president bids to return as mayor of Davao City, which he previously led for two decades.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 956. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 956th day, these are the main developments.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Russian court jails US citizen for nearly seven years on 'mercenary' charge. aljazeera.com Stephen Hubbard, 72, was detained in eastern Ukraine in April 2022 and accused of fighting for Ukraine.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). One year of Israel's war on Gaza — by the numbers. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera breaks down the death and destruction by Israeli forces in Gaza in the past year.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). To honour Jimmy Carter's legacy, amplify his call for freedom in Palestine. aljazeera.com The former US president, who turned 100 this month, has long been working to secure a just peace in Palestine.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Explosions, fire and tear gas at anti-government protests in Albania. aljazeera.com There were explosions and fires in Albania's capital as police confronted anti-government protesters.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Repression concerns as Tunisia's president gets 90% election win. aljazeera.com Tunisia's president Kais Saied has won the presidential election by a landslide but with a historically low turnout.

aljazeera (2024-10-08). Video: Global protests call for end to Gaza war on one-year anniversary. aljazeera.com Protesters gathered in cities worldwide to call for an end to the genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

Agencies (2024-10-08). Russian forces reach another key frontline city, Ukraine says. scmp.com The advance of Moscow's forces in Ukraine has underlined Russia's vast superiority in men and materiel.

____ (2024-10-08). Call for Ceasefire: Hungary's Stand on Ukraine-Russia Conflict. devdiscourse.com At a news conference in Strasbourg, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban declared that Ukraine cannot achieve victory over Russia through military means alone. He urged for communication and a ceasefire as imperative strategies to preserve lives in the ongoing conflict.

ICRC (2024-10-08). Ukraine: As a new school year begins, safety lessons about the dangers of explosive ordnance remain vital. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Ukraine: As Winter Approaches, Communities Prepare. icrc.org In the third year since the escalation of the armed conflict, communities in Eastern Ukraine prepare for the coming winter.

Ahilan Kadirgamar (2024-10-08). Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org

Balasingham Skanthakumar (2024-10-08). Comrade President? Change and Continuity in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org

Gilbert Achcar (2024-10-08). Strategic Reflections on the Escalation of Israeli Intimidation in Lebanon. cadtm.org

CADTM International (2024-10-08). The CADTM welcomes the sovereign stance of the new Government of Mexico of not inviting King Felipe VI of Spain to attend the inauguration ceremony. cadtm.org

Camille Bruneau (2024-10-08). The "gender equity" farce: a feminist reading of World Bank policies. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-10-08). The Latin American Left amid China, the United States, late progressivism and the far Right. cadtm.org

Gideon Levy, Yorgos Mitralias (2024-10-08). When Israel's accomplices accustom us to a monstrous, heartless and inhuman world! cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-10-08). Austria: stuck in the middle. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-10-08). PRC 75 today . cadtm.org

Patrick Bond (2024-10-08). 'The Blessing' for genocide. cadtm.org

Fedaa al-Qedra (2024-10-08). Young survivor caught in nightmare. electronicintifada.net Wasim lost his leg and his father to an Israeli airstrike and remains separated from his mother in the south.

Mosab Habboub (2024-10-08). Almost killed picking up a food parcel. electronicintifada.net Brothers barely escape alive from Israeli airstrikes on UNRWA headquarters in June.

Cesar Chelala (2024-10-08). Middle East Shoah. counterpunch.org A Shoah is taking place in the Middle East and few people seem to notice, certainly not those responsible for the thousands of bombs rained over innocent civilians, mostly women, children, old people and those with disabilities. Those who ordered it and made it possible Sit comfortably in their plump offices oblivious to the suffering

David Rosen (2024-10-08). Nixon's "War on Drugs" Was a Sham. counterpunch.org The New York Times recently revealed that while Pres. Richard Nixon publicly referred to marijuana as "public enemy No. 1" he really felt it was "not particularly dangerous." Kurtis Hanna, a Minnesota cannabis lobbyist and advocate for drug legalization, discovered revealing tape recordings while researching marijuana at the Nixon Library archive. According to one source, he was startled by

Evaggelos Vallianatos (2024-10-08). Glyphosate and Neonicotinoids are Poisoning Honeybees (and the World). counterpunch.org Prologue The twentieth century gave birth to honeybee neurotoxins — organophosphate, carbamate and neonicotinoid pesticides. It also gave birth to glyphosate, a weed killer that achieved global significance, being the biggest selling pesticide — ever. But where does this chemical come from? Rosemary Mason, a European physician, prolific science writer, and environmentalist, tracked down the

Linda Pentz Gunter (2024-10-08). A Nuclear Warning From Hurricane Helene. counterpunch.org

Steven Higgs (2024-10-08). The Sniper Man: Quinn Buckner's Assault on Free Speech and Academic Freedom at Indiana University. counterpunch.org On Buckner's watch, the Bloomington campus made national headlines last spring with a viral photograph of a state police sniper atop the iconic Indiana Memorial Union building overlooking campus war protests. Three floors below the gunman's sights, in the historic Free Speech Zone known as Dunn Meadow, armed Indiana State Police with riot shields advanced on peaceful protesters, evicted them, tore down their encampment, and arrested fifty six.

tvbrics (2024-10-08). Iran Proposes Formation of Scientific and Cultural Student Unions for Islamic Nations. tvbrics.com The main goal of fostering cooperation and academic excellence throughout the Islamic community…

tvbrics (2024-10-08). Vietnam discovers new species of honeybee. tvbrics.com The finding was made in Vu Quang National Park, which is known for its biodiversity…

newarab (2024-10-08). Saudi Arabia to divest from Super Mario game maker Nintendo. newarab.com The PIF reduced its stakehold in the Japanese video game giant to 7.54 percent from a previous 8.58 percent, according to a Japanese regulatory filing on Tuesday. | The move came a day after Japanese outlet Kyodo News carried comments made recen…

newarab (2024-10-08). Will the army's push for Khartoum turn the tide of Sudan's war. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). A year of Israel's relentless war on Palestinian journalists>. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). How are Palestinian Gen Zs exposing Israeli war crimes online. newarab.com Two prominent Palestinian Gen Z creators in the diaspora, Hamzah Saadah For the first time, this new phenomenon allows the world to hear directly from Israeli youth and the mouths of IDF soldiers. | These interactions are then shared online, revealing deeply unsettling exchanges for the world to witness, as t…

newarab (2024-10-08). How student activism is reshaping the 2024 US elections. newarab.com As the Despite the sanctions and persecution that have changed the lives of many of them, accepting the status quo does not seem to be a likely plan for the student movement — they are at the forefront of efforts calling for divestment from companies complicit in human rights abuses in Gaza. |

newarab (2024-10-08). Lebanese families abandon their migrant workers amid Israel war. newarab.com Amid the ongoing war in Lebanon driven by Israeli aggression, migrant and domestic workers — already marginalised by the oppressive Kafala system and racism — are now facing even greater peril. Thousands have reportedly been abandoned by the families they served, who themselves have fled the war-torn areas but left their hired workers behind. | Many are now struggling to find transportation to escape the conflict zones and do not have access to their personal belongings, including passports and vital documents, or even a phone to connect with others from their communities. | For local activists, ab…

newarab (2024-10-08). Recent MENA climate disasters reveal the region's research gaps. newarab.com The first anniversary of the The U…

newarab (2024-10-08). Another Hind Rajab: Trapped Gaza girl rescued after help plea. newarab.com A Palestinian girl trapped under the rubble after an Israeli strike hit her building in the The girl managed to phone her teacher for help, explaining what happene…

newarab (2024-10-08). Azmi Bishara: Israel using 7 October to force new regional order. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). Egypt detains peaceful protesters during Gaza war anniversary. newarab.com The Egyptian authorities have reportedly stepped up the crackdown on peaceful protests, arresting several protesters as they expressed solidarity with the Palestinian Gaza Strip and "About a dozen protesters, with no known political affiliation, gathered in the evening while waving the flags of Le…

newarab (2024-10-08). Hamas and Fatah meet in Egypt for unity talks on Gaza. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). Iran foreign minister to visit Saudi Arabia, regional countries. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). Iran warns Israel not to attack its infrastructure. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). Israeli gas field expansion suspended amid regional conflict. newarab.com Chevron Mediterranean has suspended expansion of Israel's Leviathan gas field following The company, a subsidiary of

newarab (2024-10-08). Malawi activists call for end to pro-Israel stance amid Gaza war. newarab.com Malawi have called on the government to reassess its position on the Gaza conflict, criticising its diplomatic and economic ties with Israel as a contradiction to the nation's core values of peace and respect for humanity. | Malawi Palestine Solidarity Movement (MPSM), a leading pro-Palestine organisation in the country, issued a statement on Monday to demand the government to withdraw its support, amid intensifying calls globally to hold Israel accountable for its offensive on Gaza, as well as newarab (2024-10-08). Malta bans Israel-bound ship from entering waters over Gaza war. newarab.com Pro-Palestine activists called on Valetta to bar the MV Katrin from docking in Maltese ports, saying doing so could contravene obligations under the Genocide Convention. | Israel has killed at least 41,900 people in its one-year war on Gaza, the vast majority civilians, leading to widespread accusations tha…

newarab (2024-10-08). Qatar launches aid airlift to Lebanon amid Israeli bombardment. newarab.com Lolwah Al-Khater, Qatar's Minister of State for International Cooperation, announced the initiative in a joint press conference with Firas al-Abiad, Lebanon's Minister of Health, and Nasser Yassin, coordinator of Lebanon's National Disaster and Crisis Response. | Ten C-17 planes will be dispatc…

newarab (2024-10-08). Saudi Arabia's PIF eyeing stake in streamer DAZN, sources say. newarab.com Saudi Arabia's If successful, such a deal could increase the fund's influence in

newarab (2024-10-08). Saudi arrests Iraqi army officer over anti-Israel posts. newarab.com Saudi authorities have arrested Lieutenant Colonel Omar Nizar, an officer in The video, widely circ…

newarab (2024-10-08). Sudan's warring sides target aid volunteers fighting famine. newarab.com Local volunteers who have helped to feed Sudan's most destitute during 17 months of Many volunteers have fled under threat of arrest or violence, and

newarab (2024-10-08). Thousands rally worldwide on Gaza war anniversary. newarab.com Around the world, vigils, ceremonies, and protests marked the Since October 7, 2023, the conflict has resulted in widespread devastation in On the day of the attack, Hamas operatives reportedly killed around 1,200…

newarab (2024-10-08). Trump says Gaza could be 'better than Monaco'. newarab.com Conservative media personality "It could be better than Monaco. It has…

newarab (2024-10-08). UAE gets its first casino gambling license. newarab.com Hotel and casino operator Wynn Resorts said on Friday it had been awarded the first commercial The Las Vegas-based casino firm said it was developing a luxury resort at Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. | The project, under construction, is a joint venture between affiliates of Wynn Resorts, Marjan and RAK Hospitality H…

newarab (2024-10-08). US 'not actively looking to reach Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire'. newarab.com The US is not actively seeking a ceasefire deal between A senior US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told CNN that although talks will take place with Israelis and Lebanese to de-escalate the situation in Lebanon, Israel had "to get beyond some things" before the prospect of ceasefire can be discussed. | It comes amid a massive build-up of Israeli troops on the southern Lebanon border and an intensive air campaign w…

newarab (2024-10-08). Palestine is the lynchpin of regional liberation. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). What did one year of war in Gaza do to the Abraham Accords. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). A year of war in Gaza: Israel redesigns an endless occupation. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). In Egypt, an outpouring of solidarity with Lebanon. newarab.com Over the past few days, since Israeli aggressions on Lebanon started, Egyptian artists used various media to express this solidarity and denounce Israeli actions in a country they consider another home. | Famou…

newarab (2024-10-08). Hamas marks one year anniversary of 7 October attack. newarab.com It said that the attack was a "natural response" to Israel's actions in the Palestinian territories including "seizing control of land and holy places, trying to take control of The statement added that th…

newarab (2024-10-08). Hamas will rise 'like a phoenix' from the ashes, Meshaal says. newarab.com Hamas leader-in-exile One year after Israel's devastating war on Gaza, Meshaal framed the conflict with Israel as part of a broader narrative spanning 76 years, dating back to the Nakba or "catastrophe," when hundreds of…

newarab (2024-10-08). Hezbollah MP hints ready for Lebanon deal without Gaza truce. newarab.com A Hezbollah MP has hinted his party is ready for a ceasefire deal with Israel, weeks after an Hezbollah has fired scores of rockets into Israel since 8 October 2023 in solidarity with the people of Gaza, saying it would only cease its strikes if the war on the Palestinian enclave is ended. | With much of Hezbollah's leadership taken out and hundreds of Lebanese civilians killed in an intensification of Israel's air…

newarab (2024-10-08). How the world marked 7 October attack and start of war on Gaza. newarab.com People around the world heldvigils, ceremonies and protests to mark The Palestinian factions and Israeli counter-attack led to the deaths of some 1,200 people with about 250 hostages taken to Gaza during the 7 October attacks. | Nearly 42,000 people have been killed in Gaza, according to Palestinian health authorities, and most of the 2.3-m…

newarab (2024-10-08). HRW: Israeli strikes endanger civilians on Lebanon-Syria border. newarab.com Human Rights Watch on Monday said Israeli strikes near the The Israeli military said Friday its jets struck Hezbollah positions near the Masnaa border crossing in Lebanon's eastern Syrian transport ministry official Sleiman Khalil told news agency A…

newarab (2024-10-08). Iran Quds Force's Qaani 'in good health' following death claims. newarab.com The commander of Iraj Masjedi said Qaani, who heads the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) expeditionary force was safe and no further statement on the issue is needed. | It follows comments made by two senior Iranian security officials on Sunday that Qaani had not been heard from since a huge wave of Israeli airstrikes on Beirut late last week, which is…

newarab (2024-10-08). Israel marks 7 October anniversary under shadow of war on Gaza. newarab.com Israelis on Monday marked the Ceremonies and protests in Jerusalem and Israel's south began around 6: 29 am (3: 29 am GMT), the hour when Hamas-led operatives launched rockets into Israel at the start of the 7 October attack last year. | They killed some 1,200 people and took about 250…

newarab (2024-10-08). Israel sends third army division to Lebanon as soldiers killed. newarab.com The Israeli military announced Monday the death of two of its soldiers in border clashes with Reserve Maj. Itai Azoulai was killed and two other soldiers from the Egoz Battalion sustained serious injuries after being hit by a mortar shell, an Israeli army statement said. | Later on Monday, a second soldier was pronounced dead. | Hezbollah has for days repelled Israeli forces at the border by using machine guns, anti-tank missiles and mort…

newarab (2024-10-08). Israeli forces kill elderly Palestinian activist in brutal raid. newarab.com The 66-year-old, identified as Ziad Abu Hleil, was known for his peaceful protests, often captured in videos standing in the way of armed Israeli soldiers opening fire. | According to local news reports, after the storming, he was rushed to Dura Hospital, whe…

newarab (2024-10-08). Israeli strike kills 10 firefighters in south Lebanon: official. newarab.com Lebanon's health ministry said on Monday an Israeli strike in "An Israeli strike overnight targeted a local firefighting centre in Baraasheet where 10 civil defence members were present," municipal official Reda Ashour said. | The health ministry reported the "killing of 10 firefighters" who were "in the building ready to go out on rescue missions", adding efforts to remove the rubble were ongoing. | The latest report brings to 115 the number of rescuers

newarab (2024-10-08). Israeli strikes on Lebanon endanger ancient sites, says minister. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-08). Journalist self-immolates outside White House to Gaza coverage. newarab.com A journalist set himself on fire outside the White House on Saturday, after publishing a blog post where he expressed remorse over his role in shaping news stories that he felt made him complicit in Samuel Mena Jr reached out to a friend three hours before setting himself on fire, telling them to watch an Instagram stream, where the journalist read from a script where he expressed regret at his perceived role in contributing to Palestinian suffering. | He then set himself on fire with images c…

newarab (2024-10-08). Lebanese opposition MPs call for immediate ceasefire with Israel. newarab.com Lebanon's A group of 12 MPs, including In a statement read by MP Mi…

newarab (2024-10-08). Palestinians and Jewish Israelis struggle for hope on 7 October. newarab.com As Israel and Gaza mark the first anniversary of the At least 42,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's

newarab (2024-10-08). A picture of her grief gripped the world. A year on, Gaza woman haunted by memories>. newarab.com The Reuters photograph of Inas Abu Maamar, face buried in the shrouded body of her dead five-year-old niece Saly, was taken days after Israel began its military It has become one of the most vivid images of Palestinian suffering during Saly was killed with her mother, baby sister, grandparents, uncle, aunt and three cousins. Since then, Abu Maamar, 37, has also lost her sister, killed along with her four children in an airstrike i…

newarab (2024-10-08). Rights groups slam failure to end Gaza war one year on. newarab.com International human rights groups have made a unified call for an immediate A year of Israel's indiscriminate bombardment has resulted in unprecedented levels of death and devastation in Gaza, where nearly 42,000 people have been killed and over 96,000 injured, although undocumented deaths mean the real death toll is likely much…

newarab (2024-10-08). Tunisia: Saied re-elected president with 90.7% of the vote. newarab.com Three years after Saied made a sweeping power grab, rights groups fear his re-election will entrench his grip on the only democracy to emerge from the 2011 protests. | Saied, 66, won S…

newarab (2024-10-08). US calls for Israel to spare Beirut airport amid Lebanon attacks. newarab.com The United States warned Israel on Monday not to attack "We think it's very important that not only the airport be open, but that the roads to the airport be open, so that American citizens who want to leave can get out, but also citizens of other countries," State Depa…

newarab (2024-10-08). US spent $17.9bn on military aid to Israel since last October 7. newarab.com An additional $4.86 billion has gone into stepped-up US military operations in the region since October 7…

newarab (2024-10-08). 'War on Wombs': Gaza women reveal harrowing sexual violence. newarab.com The event was organised by the Women's Centre for Legal Aid and Counselling (WCLAC) and gave the platform for Palestinian women to speak about their horrific experiences. | Evidence and data obtained by the organisation revealed that Palest…

newarab (2024-10-08). 7 October: Can we pull hope from under Gaza's rubble a year on. newarab.com Sociologically speaking, the Palestinian led One year later,…

newarab (2024-10-08). Gaza 1 year: An end to Israel's war won't bring peace. newarab.com Israel's wars on The cessation of armed conflict in Gaza often…

United World International (2024-10-08). Reflections on genocide. uwidata.com By Sergio Rodriguez Gelfenstein "Death is not true when the work of life has been well accomplished." Jose Marti Hurt if you want to hurt that I await the blow calmly. But I, on the other hand, condemn you to the torment of living. Where can you run away that the punishment does not reach …

Staff (2024-10-08). Hermann Escarrá: We Will Not Recognize Whatever the International Court Says About the Essequibo (Interview). orinocotribune.com Venezuelan congressman Hermann Escarrá does not miss any detail of the century-old controversy over the Essequibo territory, the 159,500 square kilometers in eastern Venezuela that previously appeared on the official Venezuelan map with oblique lines and the inscription "zone under claim." | So as not to get lost in the details of this territorial claim made by Venezuela, which owns this piece of land, Escarrá has at hand a stack of documents that his assistant passes to him as he cites them during the interview conducted by àöltimas Noticias' Eligio Rojas. | "Find me the Argyle Declaration there… Have the…

Staff (2024-10-08). Venezuela's Foreign Ministry Opens Humanitarian Aid Center for Victims of Genocide in Palestine & Lebanon. orinocotribune.com Venezuela has set up a collection center at the Foreign Ministry headquarters in Caracas to receive humanitarian aid. This center will help people affected by the genocidal campaign of the Israeli regime against Palestine and Lebanon in West Asia, stated Venezuela's Foreign Minister Yván Gil. | This Monday, October 7, through a public statement, Gil highlighted that those who wish to contribute supplies to help these besieged sister peoples can do so with mattresses, tents, blankets, warm clothing, non-perishable food items, baby formulas and diapers, serums, gauze, antibiotics, disinfectants, iodine, and tools t…

Adam Barrington (2024-10-08). From Bhopal to East Palestine: Corporate greed, sacrifice zones and the human cost of doing business. liberationnews.org Both disasters resulted from egregious corporate negligence.

Sebastian Puerta, Lisa Eugene (2024-10-08). California Prop. 6 would give prisoners the right to refuse work without retaliation. liberationnews.org rop. 6, appearing on the ballot Nov. 5, would amend the California constitution's forced labor clause, giving prisoners the right to refuse work without retaliation by prison or jail officials.

Ali Salam (2024-10-08). Soldiers Shoot Two Palestinians, Injure Many Others, Near Hebron. imemc.org On Monday, Israeli forces shot two young men and injured dozens of citizens in the Al-Arroub refugee camp, north of Hebron in the southern West Bank. Media sources said that on Monday evening, occupation forces invaded the Al-Arroub refugee camp, north of Hebron, sparking protests from local Palestinian youths. Sources added that the soldiers opened …

IMEMC News (2024-10-08). Day 368: Dozens Of Casualties As Israel Continues Bombing Gaza. imemc.org Early Tuesday, Day 368 of the ongoing genocide in the Gaza Strip, Israeli missiles and shells struck various parts of the devastated, starved, and besieged coastal enclave, killing and wounding dozens of Palestinians. Medical sources said the army fired a missile at a home in Block 3 of the Al-Bureij refugee camp, in central Gaza, …

AUNOHR (2024-10-08). AUNOHR announces new partnership with Pressenza. pressenza.com The Academic University for Nonviolence and Human Rights — AUNOHR and Pressenza have just signed a new partnership with very distinct objectives. The university also took part in the ceremony to launch the Arabic version of Pressenza, congratulating its team on this special initiative to spread the culture of non-violence among readers in the Arab world. | We have chosen to announce this agreement on October 2, the International Day of Non-Violence, designated by the United Nations in 2007, honouring the birth date of Mahatma Gandhi. Moreover, AUNOHR officially instituted October 2 as "The National Day for t…

David Swanson (2024-10-08). Undercounting Deaths in Gaza While Claiming It's the Worst War Ever. pressenza.com We generally accept that if you do a census and only count the people who answer their doors you miss some people, and that you can calculate an estimate that reliably gets closer to reality than the list of people who answer their doors. Of course it will get closer, the more information you can gather. But those insisting that people who do not answer their doors be treated as not existing are widely understood, not as principled fact checkers, but as having ulterior reasons for desiring undercounts. | DIRECT AND IDENTIFIED | : | The fact is not really disputed that in every war there are people who die…

Pressenza New York (2024-10-08). A Year Of Reckoning. pressenza.com The year since Hamas' attack on October 7, 2023, and Israel's retaliation have demonstrated once again that neither has learned anything from decades of horrific violence as they continue to miscalculate each other's intentions and resolve | By Dr. Alon Ben-Meir | Israeli-Palestinian relations have reached a new nadir in the year since Hamas' attack on October 7, 2023, and Israel's retaliation. Never since Israel's establishment in 1948 has their relationship reached this level of bloodthirstiness in the quest to completely destroy the other. Both Israel and Hamas have miscalculated the other's intentions and res…

Pressenza New York (2024-10-08). Open letter from Brian Eno and Yanis Varoufakis to the judges of the International Criminal Court. pressenza.com On October 7, Brian Eno and Yanis Varoufakis appealed to the International Criminal Court to do its duty. To uphold international law by prosecuting self-evident war crimes in Israel-Palestine, lest genocide becomes normalised across the world. | Dear judges of the International Criminal Court, | When we heard in January that the Court on which you sit had decided to hear the case concerning the situation in Israel-Palestine, we were encouraged. Humanity needs an International Criminal Court that upholds the rule of law and is prepared to investigate the most serious allegations of violations of international law…

Hellbender AVL (2024-10-08). Statement Against Fascist Disaster Tourism in Western North Carolina. itsgoingdown.org Report and statement from antifascists in Appalachia about neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups attempting to intervene in disaster relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene. We've been seeing local and regional responses in WNC from regular people autonomously addressing each other's immediate needs in the face of ongoing crisis from the effects of Hurricane…

SAM (2024-10-08). Chevron Wants To Greenwash Its New, Massive Drilling Project. progressivehub.net ARIELLE SAMUELSON | HEATED…

SAM (2024-10-08). Democrats Must Confront An Inconvenient Genocide. progressivehub.net WAJAHAT ALI | THE PROGRESSIVE…

SAM (2024-10-08). Did Antony Blinken Approve A Policy To Bomb Aid Trucks In Gaza? progressivehub.net YANIV COGAN | DROP SITE…

Georgia Popplewell (2024-10-08). Announcing the Global Voices Summit 2024: Join us in Kathmandu, Nepal on December 6-7! globalvoices.org

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-08). Proposed Northern Ireland Public Health Bill sets into law mandatory vaccines. expose-news.com The proposed Northern Ireland Public Health Bill is attempting to implement mandatory vaccinations. UK solicitor Anna de Buisseret has written to the UK representative to the World Health Organisation's ("WHO's") ethics group, …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-08). A eulogy to Dr. Jackie Stone; An extraordinary woman who saved millions. expose-news.com This is a tribute to the late Jackie Stone, a Zimbabwean doctor who tragically ended her life after she was stripped of her licence to practice medicine by the Zimbabwean medical board …

ICRC (2024-10-08). Annual Review 2023: ICRC Activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Armenia: Capturing the stories of waiting and yearning. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2024. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Azerbaijan: The inspiring journey of Sevda and her family rebuilding their lives. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Facts & Figures: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Gaza: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). High-level initiative on international humanitarian law. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). ICRC Emergency Response in Lebanon. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Israel: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). SWIRMO: Building International Humanitarian Law into Military Planning and Operational Practices. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Coordination Mechanism Continues Work to Search for People Missing in Connection with Armed Conflicts. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas): ICRC ready to carry out further forensic work. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Lebanon: ICRC delivers lifesaving medical supplies to Beirut amid ongoing escalation. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Middle East: The ICRC urgently calls on all parties to protect civilians. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). A year of loss and pain: ICRC appeals for human dignity and urgent action to ease suffering. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). 2024 ICRC report on IHL and the challenges of contemporary armed conflicts. icrc.org Building a culture of compliance for IHL to protect humanity in today's and future conflicts…

ICRC (2024-10-08). Statement at the 79th United Nations General Assembly, Sixth Committee Plenary Meeting on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Health-care workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-08). Nuclear weapons pose an existential threat to humanity. icrc.org Joint Statement of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies on the occasion of the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, New York.

ICRC (2024-10-08). ICRC Statement at the UN Summit of the Future. icrc.org Delivered by Mr. Christopher Harland, Deputy Permanent Observer, ICRC Delegation to the United Nations in New York.

ICRC (2024-10-08). Middle East: Protection of civilians urgently needed as violence escalates. icrc.org

David Sirota (2024-10-08). MASTER PLAN, Ep 9: The Swing Vote That Changed America. levernews.com

David Sirota (2024-10-08). MASTER PLAN, Ep 9: Going Big. levernews.com

Katya Schwenk (2024-10-08). Amid Hurricane Milton, Florida Republicans Aim To Block Climate Emergency Declaration. levernews.com

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). China strongly condemns terrorist act on Chinese convoy in Pakistan: Foreign Ministry. ecns.cn China was deeply shocked by an attack against the Chinese convoy of a coal-fired power plant and strongly condemned this terrorist act, remarked Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Monday.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). China to provide emergency medical supplies to Lebanon. ecns.cn At the request of the Lebanese government, China will provide emergency medical supplies to Lebanon, the China International Development Cooperation Agency said on Tuesday.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Domestic demand expansion polices to focus on people's wellbeing, consumption: NDRC. ecns.cn An array of ongoing demand expansion polices would focus on benefiting the people and promoting consumption, said China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) on Tuesday.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Xinjiang becomes popular destination among foreign tourists during National Day holiday. ecns.cn Facilitated by visa-free policies and fast custom clearance, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region became a popular travel destination for foreign tourists during the National Day holiday, with custom clearance personnel and traffic volume reaching record highs.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). China's National Day holiday witnesses over 2 billion passenger trips. ecns.cn Preliminary statistics from the Ministry of Transport show that during China's week-long National Day holiday, the total cross-regional passenger trips reached 2.008 billion, with a daily average increase of 4.1 percent compared to the same period last year.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). 1,534 Hong Kong scholars named among World's Top 2% Most-cited Scientists. ecns.cn A total of 1,534 scholars from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region were named among the "World's Top 2% Most-cited Scientists", with 13 of them ranking among the top 10 globally in their respective fields.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Renminbi on track for stability against USD. ecns.cn The renminbi is still on track for overall stability with two-way fluctuations against the US dollar in the months ahead, and with limited risks of one-sided and substantial appreciation, said a leading currency expert.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). China to impose anti-dumping measures on EU brandy imports. ecns.cn China will impose provisional anti-dumping measures on certain brandy imports from the European Union in the form of cash deposits, effective on Friday, said the Ministry of Commerce in an online notice on Tuesday.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). China's top economic planner confident in achieving 2024 development goals. ecns.cn China's top economic planner on Tuesday expressed full confidence in achieving the tasks and the goals set for economic and social development in 2024, supported with a raft of incremental pro-growth policies to shore up the country's economic growth.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). China vows to expand budget investment to boost economic growth in 2025: NDRC. ecns.cn China plans to roll out more investment projects, including 100 billion yuan ($14.2 billion) from next year's central government budget and another 100 billion yuan to be used for key investment projects by the end of this year.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Terror attack on convoy in Karachi slammed. ecns.cn Beijing has strongly condemned a terrorist attack that killed two Chinese nationals in Karachi, a port city in Pakistan, urging Islamabad to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and bring the perpetrators to justice.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). UN urges release of hostages, cease-fire. ecns.cn A year after Hamas launched attacks on Israel, the United Nations on Monday reiterated calls for the release of all hostages and for an immediate cease-fire.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Nobel Prize awarded for discovery of microRNA. ecns.cn This year's Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine has been awarded to the United States scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun, judges at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, announced on Monday.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Holiday tourists head home. ecns.cn Several government departments have intensified efforts to ensure safe, efficient return journeys for hundreds of millions of travelers across the nation as China's weeklong National Day holiday wrapped up on Monday.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Wedding debacle sparks online debate on bride-price practice. ecns.cn Authorities in a rural part of Henan province successfully intervened in a highly publicized wedding debacle during the National Day holiday, in which the bride's relatives attempted to prevent her from leaving her home for the wedding due to disputes over the bride-price, turning the event into a farce.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). 'Infrastructure', technologies aid recovery of Yellow River wetland. ecns.cn China has constructed thousands of square kilometers of "infrastructure" for the world's largest migratory bird passage in recent years, not only returning many fish ponds and industrial areas to wetlands.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Flow of visitors to Ailao sparks safety concerns. ecns.cn The Ailao Mountains in Yunnan province saw a surge in visitors during the National Day holiday from Tuesday to Monday, following a viral mineral-collecting adventure video posted by a vlogger.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Stunning scenery of rice paddies in Guangxi. ecns.cn Drone photo taken on Oct. 7, 2024 shows thestunning scenery of rice paddies with mountains at the background in Yangshuo of Guilin City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Altay – Hemu road put into trial operation in Xinjiang. ecns.cn The 209.45-kilometer-long road was built along many natural landscapes including mountains, forests, grasslands, lakes, rivers, wetlands, canyons, stone forests and ancient glacier remains.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Performance marks 70th anniversary of founding of XPCC. ecns.cn This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Passenger trips surge as National Day holiday concludes. ecns.cn The railway network was expected to mark a historic high on Monday, with ananticipated 19.86million passenger trips.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). A-share market set to further buoy confidence. ecns.cn As explained by industry experts, a designated transaction is a step that an investor must take between opening a new stock account and commencing trading on the SSE.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Peace still elusive as fears grow of another catastrophe. ecns.cn Negotiations have so far failed to produce peace one year after the conflict in the Gaza Strip broke out. Meanwhile, concerns have also been raised about Lebanon's future and whether the country could become another Gaza.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Hong Kong, Macao aim to be global talent hubs. ecns.cn To achieve this objective, both regions should leverage their distinct advantages and policy incentives to attract and retain external talent, while strengthening mechanisms to nurture local talent, they said.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Corps urged to promote Xinjiang. ecns.cn Vice-Premier He Lifeng urged the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps on Monday to further boost social stability, strengthen border security, promote high-quality development and deepen opening-up in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.

ecns.cn (2024-10-08). Zheng Qinwen fuels China's tennis boom, driving record ticket sales for 2024 China Open. ecns.cn The 2024 China Open tennis tournament, which just finished, set new records in ticket revenue and fan attendance, largely due to the historic victory of Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen, who clinched China's first-ever Olympic tennis singles gold medal at the Paris Olympic earlier this summer.

Greta Zarro (2024-10-08). Volunteer Spotlight / Coup de projecteur sur nos bénévoles: Wardougou Kelley Sakine. worldbeyondwar.org In English below | Chaque mois, nous partageons les histoires des volontaires et stagiaires de World BEYOND War à travers le monde. Vous souhaitez vous porter volontaire ou effectuer un stage auprès de World BEYOND War ? Envoyez un message à greta@worldbeyondwar.org. | Je m'appelle Wardougou Kelley Sakine, de nationalité Tchadienne et je poursuis actuellement mes études universitaires au Sénégal, particulièrement à l'Université Gaston Berger de Saint-Louis. | Lieu : : | Saint-Louis, Senegal | Comment vous êtes-vous impliqué dans l'activisme contre la guerre et dans World BEYOND War (WBW) ? : | La…

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-08). Moscow arrests doctor for 'Satanism' and 'LGBTQ propaganda'. scmp.com FSB security service said it had arrested the medical chief in the central Ulyanovsk region, accusing him of 'devil worshipping'.

_____ (2024-10-08). Ethiopian state media journalist detained at unknown location. bbc.com

DPA (2024-10-08). Israel's Netanyahu remains confident of victory on anniversary of October 7 attack. scmp.com Israel holds memorials as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to press on with military objectives.

DPA (2024-10-08). Russia denies freed 'Merchant of Death' Viktor Bout is now dealing arms in Yemen. scmp.com Wall Street Journal reported that Bout, released from US in a 2022 prisoner exchange, appears to have brokered sale of small arms to Houthis.

imperial.ac.uk (2024-10-08). Hampstead Heath ponds where dogs swim contaminated with pesticides. imperial.ac.uk Most dog owners didn't know that flea and tick treatments are dangerous to aquatic life, suggesting more awareness could ease the problem.

imperial.ac.uk (2024-10-08). Science Secretary announces new Regulation Innovation Office at White City. imperial.ac.uk The new Science Secretary Rt Hon Dr Peter Kyle MP met biotech innovators at Imperial's White City Deep Tech Campus yesterday.

imperial.ac.uk (2024-10-08). UK-Singapore research partnership boosts digital and green shipping. imperial.ac.uk Imperial and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore have joined forces to accelerate the green and digital transition in the maritime industry.

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-08). Harris, Trump and Biden mark October 7 attacks as US election looms. scmp.com US presidential candidates approach the final weeks of the campaign during a widening conflict in the Middle East.

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-08). Stay and 'you are going to die': Florida braces for Hurricane Milton. scmp.com With winds reaching 230km/h (143mph) and potential storm surges of 4.5 metres, officials are warning residents staying home could be fatal.

Arshad Mehmood (2024-10-08). Moscow's Move To Delist Taliban Faces Skepticism Over IS-KP Threats. themedialine.org

Associated Press,Agence France-Presse (2024-10-08). Nobel Prize in physics, awarded to 2 scientists for discoveries that enabled AI. scmp.com John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton were given the honour for pioneering work in artificial intelligence development.

Associated Press (2024-10-08). Supreme Court will not hear appeal from Elon Musk's X platform over warrant in Trump case. scmp.com X says order that blocked it from telling Trump about election-interference case against former president violated First Amendment rights.

Associated Press (2024-10-08). 10 years after Flint water crisis, Biden sets deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes. scmp.com Biden mandated a 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes, to make drinking water safer, addressing a critical public health issue.

Bloomberg (2024-10-08). Hurricane Milton downgraded to a Category 4 storm as it roars towards Florida. scmp.com With maximum sustained winds of 250km/h, Milton triggered evacuation orders and warnings of savage conditions on Florida's west coast.

Bochen Han (2024-10-08). 13 US states sue TikTok over alleged failure to protect young users. scmp.com Financial penalties sought in claims that popular short-video app puts engagement over public safety via addictive content to maximise ad revenue.

Human Rights Watch (2024-10-08). Azerbaijan: Vicious Assault on Government Critics. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Police seize a poster that reads "Journalism is Not a Crime" during a protest by journalists in front of the Azerbaijan parliament building, December 28, 2021, Baku. In November 2023, Azerbaijani authorities arrested Abzas Media director Ulvi Hasanli, pictured on the right, and five of his colleagues on bogus charges. All six remain in pretrial detention. | © 2021 Aziz Karimov/Getty Images | Azerbaijani authorities have used politically motivated, bogus criminal charges to prosecute and imprison civic activists, journalists, and human rights defenders just months before Azerbaijan…

James Borton (2024-10-08). Hollywood needs to know there is more to Vietnam than war stories. scmp.com Vietnam hopes to bring the world's attention to its natural beauty and rich diversity instead of its war-torn recent history.

Reuters (2024-10-08). Russia seeking to cause 'mayhem' in Britain and Europe, UK's MI5 spy chief says. scmp.com Director General Ken McCallum warned of a growing threat from Russia and Iran, as well as from al-Qaeda and Islamic State.

Reuters (2024-10-08). Hezbollah vows more rocket fire, Israel steps up strikes amid escalating conflict. scmp.com Hezbollah's acting leader vowed to continue rocket attacks on Israel, claiming it has replaced all its top commanders and remains capable of fighting.

Reuters (2024-10-08). Republicans lose bid to block Pennsylvania voters from 'curing' mail-in ballots. scmp.com Republicans had wanted to block 'notice and cure' system that notifies voters of any mistakes in their mail-in ballots and allows changes.

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Hezbollah Says It Won't Yield as Israeli Forces Push Further Into Lebanon. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Over 100 Rockets Hit Haifa in Hezbollah's Most Intense Attack Yet. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Amid War's Lingering Trauma, Israelis and Palestinians Advocate for Healing and Reconciliation. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Saudi Arabia Executes Filipino Citizen Despite Years of Appeals From the Philippines. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). A Special Kind of War. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Iran's Actions in Recent Days Reveal Hidden Hysteria. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Is the International Community an Adversary or a Judge? themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). Israel's Inevitable Return to Gaza. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-08). What Will Become of Hezbollah? themedialine.org

Winston Mok (2024-10-08). China should make its economy work for its youth. scmp.com As China's Gen Z opt for more experience-based consumer choices, policymakers must step in to help them support the traditional economy too.

_____ (2024-10-08). Algerian journalist Badreddine Guermat arrested over Facebook post. cpj.org/feed/atom/

_____ (2024-10-08). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour

_____ (2024-10-08). CPJ, partners alarmed after Slovak Prime Minister sues journalist, publisher. cpj.org

A A (2024-10-08). Good morning Italy, it's Black Rock here. strategic-culture.su

A a (2024-10-08). One year of genocide in Gaza. strategic-culture.su

A A (2024-10-08). Russia is right to remove Taliban from the list of terrorist organizations. strategic-culture.su The Afghan movement no longer maintains the same practices as before, and is increasingly more prepared for international negotiations. | ❗️Join us on , , and . | Contact us:

A a (2024-10-08). øSe evitará la asfixiante jaula del Leviatán? strategic-culture.su

Gautama Mehta (2024-10-08). Hurricane Helene brought devastation — and an opportunity — to Appalachia's power grids. grist.org By the time that Hurricane Helene made its way hundreds of miles inland on September 27, it had been downgraded to a tropical storm. But Helene remained unusually expansive and strong, fueled by the warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico. The storm brought high winds and catastrophic flooding, knocking out power for more than 2 million Duke Energy customers in the Carolinas, and tearing through a region of the country that wasn't widely seen as vulnerable to hurricane damage: the Mountain South. Asheville, North Carolina, the city hardest hit, had even appeared on lists of "climate havens" considered comparatively…

instagram (2024-10-08). Palestinian Youth Movement. instagram.com We marched alongside 30,000 people in the streets of Toronto to mark one year since the genocidal onslaught on our people in Gaza.

Maddie Stone (2024-10-08). The solar supply chain runs through this flooded North Carolina town. grist.org Due to a quirk of geology, the purest quartz in all the world comes from the picturesque town of Spruce Pine, North Carolina. The mineral, created deep within the earth when silicon-rich magmas cooled and crystallized some 370 million years ago, is essential to the production of computer chips and China, India, and Russia provide high purity quartz as well, but what's mined there does not match the quality or quantity of what lies beneath t…

tn.ai (2024-10-08). Arrests in New York As Pro-Palestinian Protesters Mark October 7 Anniversary. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Several people were arrested during pro-Palestinian demonstrations in New York as thousands marched through Manhattan, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

tn.ai (2024-10-08). Al-Aqsa Storm Operation A Turning Point in History of Palestine: Iran's Foreign Ministry. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran described the Al-Aqsa Storm operation that Hamas forces carried out against the Israeli regime in October 2023 as a turning point in the history of the Palestinian people.

tn.ai (2024-10-08). Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack near Karachi Airport. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly condemned a deadly terrorist attack near the international airport in the Pakistani port city of Karachi.

tn.ai (2024-10-08). Yemen Targets Tel Aviv with Ballistic Missiles on Al-Aqsa Storm Anniversary. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Yemen's armed forces launched two ballistic missiles at Tel Aviv, marking the first anniversary of Palestinian ressitance fighters' operation against Israeli occupied territories, according to a military spokesperson.

tn.ai (2024-10-08). Araqchi to Visit Riyadh for Talks on Israeli Crimes. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said he will visit Saudi Arabia to discuss ways to halt the Israeli regime's atrocities in Gaza and Lebanon.

tn.ai (2024-10-08). US, Europe Backing Savage Israeli Regime: Iranian President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian hammered the US and the European governments for supporting the savage Zionist regime, which he said feels no compunction about massacring people.

Andrea GIORGETTA (2024-10-08). Cambodia: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org

Andrea GIORGETTA (2024-10-08). Thailand: Report on torture and ill-treatment submitted to UN body. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) submitted a shadow report to the United Nations (UN) Committee Against Torture (CAT), ahead of its review of Thailand's second periodic report under the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. The review of Thailand's report will take place on 5 and 6 November 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Carlos Lancho (2024-10-08). Inter-American Court of Human Rights: Landmark ruling in favour of victims of the Pinochet dictatorship. fidh.org

Hugo GABBERO (2024-10-08). Russia: Opening of criminal proceedings against human rights defender Ilya Shumanov. fidh.org

Juliette Rousselot (2024-10-08). Jammu & Kashmir: New report details India's land rights violations since the abrogation of statehood. fidh.org

Margaux Hourigat (2024-10-08). A MEAL Officer (M/F) – Full-time fixed-term contract. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) composed of 188 national human rights organisations from 116 countries. FIDH is a nonpartisan, non-sectarian, apolitical, and not for profit organisation. Since 1922, FIDH has been defending all human rights — civil, political, economic, social, and cultural — as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Maxime Duriez (2024-10-08). October 7th anniversary: "I don't think anyone considered something so horrific could happen". fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-08). After Gaza, Israel brings war to Lebanon. fidh.org

Raphaël Lopoukhine (2024-10-08). 15th commemoration of the 28 September 2009 massacre in Conakry: The trial enters a new appeal phase. fidh.org The commemorations of the Conakry massacre are being held today in Guinea, a few weeks after the 31 July 2024 verdict in which former senior officials were sentenced to lengthy prison terms. FIDH, OGDH and AVIPA are calling on the appeal judges to uphold the Guinean State's obligation to ensure the payment of the sums awarded to the victims. The three NGOs are concerned about the deteriorating political climate in which this historic trial will move forward.
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Abdullah Jallow (2024-10-08). An Overview of Christian Zionism in America Since the Arrival of The Puritans. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Exalted] said: ŸàŸéÿ•Ÿêÿ∞Ÿéÿß ŸÇŸèŸÑ€°ÿ™ŸèŸÖ€° ŸÅŸéŸ±ÿπ€°ÿØŸêŸÑŸèŸàÿßŸí ŸàŸéŸÑŸéŸà€° ⁄™Ÿéÿߟܟé ÿ∞Ÿ&eac…

Abdullah Jallow (2024-10-08). Reflections from some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi al-Mad'khali [9 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy It has been reported in an authentic hadith -[in Al Bukhari and Muslim]- that "A man will be brought on the Day of Resurrection and thrown into the Fire, then his intestines will spill forth in the Fire and he will go around …

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-08). Hurricane Milton strengthens into a Category 5 storm as it roars towards Florida. scmp.com With maximum sustained winds of 285km/h, Milton triggered evacuation orders and warnings of savage conditions on Florida's west coast.

editor (2024-10-08). Infectious disease and national security. onlineopinion.com.au Traditionally Australia's national security has been defined in terms of international relations, the defence of national integrity and the protection of citizens and states from external threats.

editor (2024-10-08). Can 'unreliables' be made a bit reliable? Cost? onlineopinion.com.au Because wind and solar work only a fraction of the day a 'renewables'-only grid needs insane amounts of generation.

United World International (2024-10-08). Reflections on genocide. unitedworldint.com The Arab and Muslim world must take the initiative. By Sergio Rodriguez Gelfenstein "Death is not true when the work of life has been well accomplished." Jose Marti Hurt if you want to hurt that I await the blow calmly. But I, on the other hand, condemn you to the torment of living. Where can …

Staff (2024-10-08). IDF soldier killed in combat in northern Gaza: Reports of Israeli strikes in Beirut. haaretz.com Hezbollah fires missiles from Lebanon at central Israel after IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut ‚ñ IDF renews strikes on Beirut's Dahiyeh, according to Lebanese report ‚ñ Israeli army says 190 launches from Lebanon detected in past day ‚ñ Kamala Harris vows to 'never forget October 7' during memorial ceremony ‚ñ Trump, marking October 7, says 'November 5 may also be the most important day in the history of Israel'…

Igor Patrick (2024-10-08). Kamala Harris silent on China, says no to direct talks with Putin: 60 Minutes interview. scmp.com The US vice-president and Democratic presidential nominee sits down for a CBS News interview less than a month before election day.

Kawala Xie (2024-10-08). Donald Trump's policies could add twice as much to US debt as Kamala Harris': study. scmp.com China-targeted tariffs by former American president would lead to significant revenue loss plus 'economic and geopolitical repercussions'.

____ (2024-10-08). Manasi Parekh's Emotional Triumph at National Film Awards. devdiscourse.com In a poignant moment at the 70th National Film Awards, actress Manasi Parekh was overcome with emotion as she received her first National Film Award from President Droupadi Murmu.

____ (2024-10-08). Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis: Urgency for Intervention. devdiscourse.com An escalating war in Sudan poses a dire humanitarian threat, with the World Health Organization warning of a worsening crisis. Both man-made and natural challenges exacerbate the situation, leading to widespread famine and disease.

____ (2024-10-08). Escalating Tensions: Chinese Military Activities Surge Near Taiwan. devdiscourse.com Tensions continue to rise in the Taiwan Strait as Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence observed 12 People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and seven People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels operating around Taiwan early Tuesday morning. Of these, eight aircraft penetrated the median line of the Taiwan Strait, entering the southwest area of Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ), as reported by Voice of America (VoA).

____ (2024-10-08). Hezbollah's Leadership Crisis: Is a Ceasefire on the Horizon? devdiscourse.com Hezbollah has signaled openness to a ceasefire with Israel, following increased Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon which have targeted key figures within the Iran-backed group.

____ (2024-10-08). PM Modi hails BJP's performance in Haryana polls as 'grand victory', says politics of development and good governance has won. devdiscourse.com

____ (2024-10-08). Biden's Strategic Campaign Stops Highlight Key Senate Races. devdiscourse.com President Joe Biden has made rare forays back into the political arena, targeting Pennsylvania and Wisconsin to bolster the campaigns of key Democratic senators. His involvement signifies an effort to lend support to candidates in competitive states, crucial for the Democratic Party's efforts to maintain Senate control.

____ (2024-10-08). Haryana Victory Boosts BJP Ahead of Maharashtra Elections. devdiscourse.com The recent victory in Haryana is anticipated to bolster the BJP's negotiating power in upcoming seat-sharing discussions with Mahayuti ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections, according to political experts. This win is seen as a rebound from previous general election setbacks.

____ (2024-10-08). Andrés Iniesta: The Maestro Bids Farewell. devdiscourse.com Andrés Iniesta, the iconic Spanish footballer whose artistry on the pitch captivated fans worldwide, has announced his retirement from soccer at the age of 40. The announcement came during an emotional ceremony in Barcelona, where he reflected on an illustrious career spanning 22 years.

Louis Jadwong (2024-10-08). Uganda Airlines to soon land at London Gatwick. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG & AGENCIES | After last month's foray into Africa, plans for Uganda Airlines to launch new international flights to London Gatwick by the end of 2024 are well on track. A report on @ukairport24 indicates that Uganda Airlines is already seeking to recruit a station and country manager in London, final …

The Independent (2024-10-08). Kasese man faces 9 years in jail for killing wildlife. independent.co.ug Yowasi was arrested by the Uganda People's Defence Forces-UPDF on 26th June 2024 in Ibuga village, Kitswamba Sub County, Kasese district, following a tip off from a community member. Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief Magistrates Court in Kasese has sentenced a man to 9 years in prison or pay a fine …

The Independent (2024-10-08). NCBA Golf Series winners head to Nairobi. independent.co.ug Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The winners of the NCBA Golf Series qualifiers held at Entebbe Golf Club over the weekend will now advance to Nairobi for the grand finale, following an exciting weekend of fierce competition. Mark Muyobo, CEO of NCBA Bank Uganda, highlighted the event's significance, stating, "This series has become …

The Independent (2024-10-08). Ona cancer clarion call. independent.co.ug Onapito Ekomoloit's shocking death: A painful wake up call for the urgent need for Uganda to holistically address the silent 'epidemic' of cancers COMMENT | DR AMBROSE OTAU TALISUNA | On the 27th of September 2024, we woke up to the devastating news that our colleague, veteran journalist, former Member of Parliament, former Presidential Press Secretary, former …

The Independent (2024-10-08). Pogba's four-year ban reduced to 18 months. independent.co.ug GENEVA | Xinhua | French football player Paul Pogba's four-year ban for an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) was cut to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Monday. The Juventus midfielder filed an appeal against the decision of Italy's National Anti-Doping Tribunal for committing an ADRV on February 28, 2024. He …

The Independent (2024-10-08). Prudential Uganda and Standard Chartered Bank Partner to enhance financial inclusion. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Standard Chartered Bank Uganda and Prudential Uganda have concluded a strategic partnership aimed at deepening access to financial services and providing long-term financial security solutions to customers. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in both organizations' commitment to enhancing financial inclusion and delivering exceptional value to clients. Through …

The Independent (2024-10-08). TECNO showcases AI-powered innovation in Kampala. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Global technology leader TECNO has unveiled its AI-powered ecosystem in Uganda. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in the country's technological advancement and underscores TECNO's commitment to providing innovative solutions that enhance the lives of Ugandans. The showcase on Friday featured the company's latest innovations, including the PHANTOM V …

The Independent (2024-10-08). TRIBUTE: Honouring the legacy of Dikembe Mutombo. independent.co.ug Silalei Shani, former captain of Kenya's national women's basketball team, honors Dikembe Mutombo, the African-American Hall of Famer from the DRC. Mutombo, who passed away on September 30, at 58. Mutombo leaves behind a towering legacy both on the court and through his global humanitarian work. NEWS ANALYSIS |BIRD AGENCY | Often times, a …

The Independent (2024-10-08). UEDCL takes over electricity distribution in Western Uganda. independent.co.ug This becomes the fifth concession acquisition in the past seven years Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has officially taken over Kilembe Investments Limited (KIL), a rural power distributor in Uganda's Western Service territory, marking the fifth concession acquired by UEDCL. The handover ceremony, held on Sept.30 at Rwenzori Square …

The Independent (2024-10-08). Will Besigye agree to work with Amuriat? independent.co.ug Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Retired Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and Patrick Oboi Amuriat, the incumbent president of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, have acknowledged that unity between them is essential for achieving impactful leadership in Uganda. The opposition political leaders made these comments during the last funeral rite of the late …

Josh Feldman (2024-10-08). 'Politically homeless': These left-wing Australian Jews feel abandoned by their government since October 7. haaretz.com Fed up with what they perceive as their government's bias against Israel and deeply troubled by an unprecedented wave of antisemitism at home, Jews in Australia explain why they are leaving the ruling Labor Party…

Sheren Falah Saab (2024-10-08). This Arab activist in Israel isn't afraid to criticize both Netanyahu and Hamas. haaretz.com Sokina Taoon couldn't speak a word of Hebrew 11 years ago, but today she's a strong advocate for Jewish-Arab partnership across Israel. 'You cannot express identification with one side and hesitate when it happens on the other. That's not being human,' she says…

Staff (2024-10-08). Over 100 Hezbollah rockets fired at Haifa, Israel's north; IDF conducts Beirut airstrikes. haaretz.com Barrage of 25 rockets fired at Tiberias in northern Israel ‚ñ Israeli soldier killed in northern Gaza as army moves deeper into Jabalya ‚ñ Iranian FM to visit Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region ‚ñ IDF expands ground offensive in southwest Lebanon…

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-10-08). Israeli army expands ground offensive to southwest Lebanon, bolsters its forces. haaretz.com For now, the IDF's ground incursion in Lebanon is not deepening into the country but is instead focused on additional villages near the border fence where the Israeli army has not yet operated…

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-10-08). Israeli army soldier killed in north Gaza fighting. haaretz.com Since the beginning of the war in October 2023, the names of 730 fallen soldiers have been released, including 348 who died during ground operations in the Gaza Strip…

Zvi Bar'el (2024-10-08). Introducing Israel's new minister of humanitarian aid in Gaza: far-right Bezalel Smotrich. haaretz.com As Israel's government pushes for the IDF to take over distribution of all aid to Gaza, Netanyahu's ministers would be wise to think of all the Israeli soldiers who would die in the name of distributing food to Gazan residents…

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). After Lebanon, More IDF Deaths In Gaza As Army Chief Rushes To US Military: Israel Stares At Defeat. hindustantimes.com Israeli defence forces announced the death of its soldier during fighting in north Gaza on the first anniversary of the October 7 attack on Monday. The Israeli military said Staff Sgt. Noam Israel Abdu of the Bislamach Brigade's 17th Battalion was killed while fighting Hamas militants. Another soldier was seriously wounded in the same incident in which Abdu was killed, bringing the death toll in the ground operation in Gaza to 350. Watch…

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Amid Panic Over Iran Threat To USA's Arab Allies, Mid-East Leader's Urgent Letter To Biden | Israel. hindustantimes.com Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, in a letter addressed to U.S. President and EU leaders, alerted over skyrocketing tensions in Middle East. Al-Sudani warned that expanding Israeli strikes could lead to even more wars in the region. Iraq's message came after Tehran issued a threat if Israel attacked Iranian oil fields. Watch for more.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Days After Putin's Vuhledar Win, NATO On Verge Of Breaking? Western Leader Warns Own EU Allies. hindustantimes.com Hungarian PM Viktor Orban launched a scathing attack on European Union during a rally in Italy on Oct 7. Orban launched a big attack on EU leadership over the issue of migrants. Orban accused the bloc of penalising Hungary over its refusal to admit migrants. Watch for more.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Fear, Chaos In Israel's Largest City As New Hamas Attack Hurts Many; IDF Fails Despite Alert? Oct 7. hindustantimes.com IDF on Oct 7 said Hamas fired five rockets on central Israel from the Gaza Strip. The attack originating from Khan Yunis forced Israel to sound rocket sirens. Alerts were sounded in Tel Aviv, Kfar Chabad, and Rishon Lezion, among other areas. Watch this video for all the details.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Hamas' Abu Obaida Shocks Israel, Reveals New Front Opened From USA's Arab Ally Nation. hindustantimes.com Hamas made a big claim on recent attack that killed Israeli citizens at Allenby crossing. Hamas spokesperson said the attack led by Jordanian opened a new 'authentic front'. The comment was made by Abu Obaida on the anniversary of October 7 attack. Watch for more.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Hezbollah Scares US Military, Big Attack On IDF Base Amid CentCom Chief's Israel Visit | Lebanon. hindustantimes.com Iran-backed Hezbollah fired non-stop rockets to target Israeli military bases in north and central Israel on the first anniversary of October 7 on Monday. The Lebanese armed group fired volleys of rockets and missiles at Israeli troops in Shlomi, Hanita, and Marj in northern Israel. The attack came shortly after Hezbollah claimed a missile attack on Israel's Glilot base near the central city of Tel Aviv, which is home to the intelligence unit 8200. Watch this video for more.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Iran: After 'Nuclear Bomb Test', Tehran's 10 Planned Ways Of Attacking Israel Revealed | IDF | IRGC. hindustantimes.com The Iranian military has prepared "at least ten" scenarios for a possible Israeli strike to avenge the October 1 missile blitz. The claim was made by Tasnim news agency run by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), quoting a source. It said, "Iran's response may be harsher and aim for different targets that would intensify the effectiveness of the response." Watch…

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Iran's First-Ever Nuclear Bomb Test Confirmed? Ultimate Response To Israel Ready? | Earthquake. hindustantimes.com Days after tremors were felt in Iran, speculation is growing of it being a possible nuclear event. A 4.5-magnitude seismic event was reported from Iran's Semnan province on Oct 5. The epicentre of the quake was reportedly around 10 kilometres beneath the surface and close to an Iranian nuclear power plant. The earthquake's depth and proximity to a nuclear facility are now raising eyebrows. Watch for more.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). Israel Panicking After Iran Nuclear Bomb Test Reports, Cancels This Attack Plan On Tehran… hindustantimes.com Israel reportedly cancels the attack plan amid rumours of Iran conducting its first-ever nuclear-bomb test. According to a New York Times report, Israel is not expected to hit Iranian nuclear sites in response to Tehran's ballistic missile attack on October 1. The report added that Israel is instead likely to focus on military bases, or intelligence or leadership targets, but could later go for the nuclear program if Iran responds.

hindustantimes (2024-10-08). On TV, Hamas' Abu Obaida Mocks IDF With 'Best Commando Op' Jibe, Sends Message To Hezbollah | Israel. hindustantimes.com Hamas issued a threatening message to Israel on 1st anniversary of its October 7 attack. Hamas spokesperson Abu Obaida vowed a 'long war of attrition' against Israel. Obaida also praised the group's attack in 2023, calling it the 'most professional and successful commando operation.' Watch for more.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). The W-Curve Model: Understanding a new college student's experience. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The W-Curve Model was first proposed in 1963 to explain adjustment to culture shock. Starting college is a culture shock for many young people. It is often the first time students are away from home for an extended period. Freshman year is known for new experiences, but it also presents various challenges. Each new college student's experience is unique. Parents should be aware of the predictable adjustment pattern to help students navigate difficult times. The…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to get hay fever relief from fall allergies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Autumn is the season of change, with green leaves turning color and temperatures cooling. It's also the season of hay fever, or allergic rhinitis. So how can people with fall allergies get relief? Dr. James Li, a Mayo Clinic allergist, has more in this Mayo Clinic Minute. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Let's talk low libido. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It may feel uncomfortable to talk about low libido with your partner and your healthcare team. Unfortunately, it's a common problem that affects adults everywhere, yet many people have never been asked about their sexual health by their healthcare teams. Although it may be difficult to discuss, sexual health is important and factors that are causing low libido should be addressed. Many primary care, psychology and OB-GYN professionals are trained to care for and treat…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why more preventive screenings are needed in the Hispanic community. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org According to a recent study by the American Cancer Society, cancer is a leading cause of death among those of Hispanic heritage living in the U.S. Hispanic and Latino people are less likely to be diagnosed with lung, colon, breast and prostate cancers than non-Hispanic white men and women. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says preventive screenings for cancer and other diseases are effective ways to help reduce these burdens. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). 3 facts about acute lymphocytic leukemia in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The most common type of childhood cancer is acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), a blood and bone marrow cancer that creates immature white blood cells that can't perform their typical functions. Because of this, the disease worsens quickly. Most likely to occur in early childhood, ALL is more common in boys than girls, according to the American Cancer Society. Children younger than five are at highest risk for developing ALL. Asmaa Ferdjallah,…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating breast cancer through surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Globally, 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the World Health Organization. Advances in treating breast cancer are improving care and quality of life. Hear from Dr. Sarah McLaughlin, a Mayo Clinic breast surgical oncologist, in this Mayo Clinic Minute. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Treating breast…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: Who is at risk for a brain aneurysm? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editors note: September is National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month Brain aneurysms affect millions of people, with 6.7 million in the U.S. living with unruptured aneurysms. Globally, they can cause nearly 500,000 deaths annually. Dr. Chris Fox specializes in endovascular and cerebrovascular neurosurgery at Mayo Clinic. He says not all brain aneurysms need to be treated immediately. However, a brain aneurysm that bursts or ruptures causes a serious medical emergency. Dr. Fox explains who may be…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to prepare for a sensitive medical appointment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An appointment with your healthcare professional can be particularly stressful when it involves sensitive or intimate concerns about your body. However, addressing these concerns early is crucial for potentially detecting or identifying serious conditions like cancer. Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, understands that discussing gynecological health issues can be challenging. Finding a healthcare professional you trust and coming prepared to your appointment can make all the difference in ensuring your concerns are…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Paying it forward: Florida woman leads support group after CAR-T cell therapy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As the sun rises above the St. Johns River and casts a glow on the glass buildings of downtown Jacksonville, Florida, Ann Mackey returns from a walk with her dog Maggie and prepares to attend a book club discussion. It's moments like these she has come to truly appreciate after treatment for breast cancer and multiple myeloma. Watch: Paying it forward: Florida woman leads support group after CAR-T cell therapy www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEMZ_K3DG2Q "I have always said…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is CAR-T cell therapy? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Roughly 635,000 new cases of lymphoma were diagnosed worldwide, according to the World Cancer Research Fund International's most recent report. Survival rates for aggressive lymphomas have improved significantly thanks to advances in treatment, such as chimeric antigen receptor-T cell therapy (CAR-T cell therapy). Dr. Madiha Iqbal, a Mayo Clinic hematologist and oncologist, explains that CAR-T cell therapy is a personalized and innovative treatment giving hope to patients diagnosed with various lymphomas. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Mhzo1FAmV0 Journalists: …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is valley fever? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Some areas of the U.S. are experiencing a recent uptick in cases of a fungal lung infection called valley fever. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, explains what you need to know about valley fever, how it's spread and how to avoid becoming infected. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/-d-FB39CTdI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treatment-free remission for chronic myeloid leukemia. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 32-year-old daughter was recently diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia. It's a lot to take in. We've heard about treatment-free remission. That sounds hopeful. What does that mean? How is it achieved? ANSWER: It is a lot to take in. Some background information may help you and your daughter understand this diagnosis and potential treatment. Leukemias are cancers of the blood cells. Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) is an uncommon type of cancer…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Prostate cancer: Family history, genetics and your risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images If you've been diagnosed with prostate cancer, exploring what may have contributed to your cancer might not be at the top of your list. However, learning about your family history and the genetic characteristics of your prostate cancer can help your care team zero in on the best treatment plan for you. Daniel Childs, M.D., a Mayo Clinic medical oncologist specializing in genitourinary cancers, and Joan Steyermark, a Mayo Clinic genetic counselor, explain…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic awarded federal grant to study experimental ALS drug. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mayo Clinic in Florida has received a grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) to begin an innovative study that will provide hundreds of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) access to the experimental drug ibudilast over six months. The grant totals $22 million. Mayo Clinic will receive $12 million and manage the distribution of the remainder to its collaborators. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Peripheral artery disease: Leg pain, leg cramps, lingering foot wounds among symptoms. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Heart Day is September 29 JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Leg pain and leg cramps aren't always an orthopedic issue: Both can be signs of peripheral artery disease, or PAD, a serious blood-flow issue with implications for the heart. In this expert alert, Young Erben, M.D., a vascular surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, explains how the most common form, PAD that affects the legs and feet, is treated. Options include a surgical technique from…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Minimally invasive options use energy to treat enlarged prostate. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm a 64-year-old man who was recently diagnosed with an enlarged prostate after experiencing issues with frequent urination, especially during the night. What are the treatment options and potential side effects? ANSWER: An enlarged prostate, also called benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common condition as men get older. By age 60, about 30% of men show moderate to severe symptoms of BPH; by age 80, it is 50%. An enlarged prostate…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: What is CAR-T cell therapy? Survival rates for aggressive lymphomas have improved significantly thanks to advances in treatment, such as chimeric antigen receptor-T cell therapy (CAR-T cell therapy). Dr. Madiha Iqbal, a Mayo Clinic hematologist and oncologist, explains that CAR-T cell therapy is a personalized and innovative treatment giving hope to patients diagnosed with various lymphomas. Let's talk low libido Although it may be difficult…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Setting boundaries for your well-being. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm a people-pleaser by nature and have difficulty saying no or setting limits in my relationships. How can I start to create healthier boundaries in a kind yet firm way? ANSWER: People have various types of relationships, including partners, spouses, children, friends, co-workers, neighbors and acquaintances. Different relationships involve different interactions, responsibilities and influences. Every relationship has boundaries or rules of engagement. You may be deliberate and conscientious about these boundaries, or…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Could groin pain be a sports hernia? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 17-year-old son plays high school soccer. After a recent game, he began complaining of pain in his lower abdomen that radiates down to his inner thigh. His primary care physician believes he has a sports hernia. What is this condition, and how is it treated? What other sports injuries cause groin pain? ANSWER: A sports hernia is a type of core muscle injury that occurs when there is weakening or a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-08). RegenBio Summit: Understanding regulations for bringing breakthrough treatments to patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Learn about navigating regulatory pathways that advance promising biotherapies to daily patient care at RegenBio Summit: Transforming Next-Gen Biotherapeutics 2024. Peter Marks, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will deliver a keynote address about guiding the development of new cell, gene and tissue therapies. Dr. Marks leads the Center within FDA that is responsible for ensuring that biological products are safe, effective and…

Kinling Lo,Finbarr Bermingham (2024-10-08). China hits out at EU brandy 'threat', signals car probe days after EV tariff vote. scmp.com Martell, Remy Martin and Hennessy will be expected to pay at least 30 per cent 'security charges' for imports into China, but EU says it will challenge at WTO.

Staff (2024-10-08). Cuba avanza a súper ronda en Copa Mundial de Baseball5. cubadebate.cu El equipo cubano cubano que participa en la II Copa Mundial de Baseball5 de Hong Kong 2024 consiguió este martes dos triunfos con los que mantuvo su invicto y se clasificó a la fase de súper ronda. En esta dupla de sonrisas se llevó las palmas en el golpeo la antesalista artemiseña Haila González, quien cerró de 19-12, con ocho carreras impulsadas y como líder del grupo.

Staff (2024-10-08). Cuando el cielo azul bajó y se anudó en forma de pañoleta. cubadebate.cu La mañana despertó distinta, más agitada, con sonrisas multiplicadas en los hogares y los niños, que cursan el primer grado de la enseñanza primaria, más desesperados que el resto de los días. Y es que la escuela se convertiría en suceso.

Staff (2024-10-08). Actualizan reglamento que norma las relaciones comerciales en MLC entre entidades autorizadas para el comercio exterior y el sector no estatal. cubadebate.cu Facilitar el acceso para importar o exportar bienes y servicios es el principal objetivo de la actualización del Reglamento que rige las relaciones comerciales en las operaciones en moneda libremente convertible (MLC) entre las entidades autorizadas a realizar actividades de comercio exterior y las formas de gestión no estatales, , publicado en la Resolución 166/2024, disponible en la Gaceta Oficial No. 95 Ordinaria de este año.

Staff (2024-10-08). Meryl Streep y Anne Hathaway se reencuentran para dar vida a "El diablo viste a la moda 2" cubadebate.cu Tras casi dos décadas de la aparición de la primera parte, las actrices Meryl Streep y Anne Hathaway se reúnen para la filmación de "El diablo viste a la moda 2", como Miranda Priestly y Andrea Sachs, respectivamente, lo que ya genera una gran expectativa en el mundo del cine y la moda.

Staff (2024-10-08). Miles de ciudadanos huyen de La Florida ante la llegada de Milton. cubadebate.cu "Esta tormenta no debe tomarse a la ligera. Todos fuimos testigos del devastador impacto del huracán Helene cuando pasó a 160 km de la costa, dejando cuatro residentes de Treasure Island muertos y abrumadores daños por las marejadas ciclónicas. Se espera que el huracán Milton traiga marejadas ciclónicas aún más altas con vientos extremos e inundaciones", dijo la ciudad de Treasure Island en un aviso.

Staff (2024-10-08). Premio Nobel de Física a John Hopfield y Geoffrey Hinton por su trabajo en inteligencia artificial. cubadebate.cu Hopfield, de la Universidad de Princeton, y Hinton, de la Universidad de Toronto, fueron elogiados por sentar las bases del aprendizaje automático que impulsa muchos de los productos actuales.

Staff (2024-10-08). Registran primeras inundaciones en Mayabeque a causa del huracán Milton. cubadebate.cu La primera secretaria del Partido en Mayabeque, Yuniasky Crespo Baquero, informó a través de la red social Facebook sobre las primeras inundaciones en el Surgidero de Batabanó, asociadas a los efectos del potente huracán Milton, que actualmente se encuentra en categoría 4 en la escala Saffir-Simpson. "Atentos a Milton, ya empezó a entrar agua a Surgidero".

Staff (2024-10-08). Che Guevara y los problemas fundamentales. cubadebate.cu Ciertamente, no podríamos de manera voluntarista implementar "por decreto" el tipo de economía que el Che vislumbró. La Historia tiene sus plazos. El contexto específico del momento quizás nos demande ajustes coyunturales y nos limite "el espacio de lo posible", pero debemos siempre seguir teniendo la mirada donde la tenía puesta el Che. Si el contexto nos obliga a ajustar la velocidad a la que avanzamos, no debemos permitir que nos cambie el rumbo en el que avanzamos.

Staff (2024-10-08). Cohetes de Hezbolá impactan en asentamientos del norte de Israel. cubadebate.cu Justo en el año de la apertura del frente de apoyo a Gaza, la Resistencia bombardeó con una gran andanada de cohetes la ciudad de Haifa y Krayot, en respuesta a los ataques israelíes contra ciudades y civiles libaneses. El movimiento político y militar libanés notificó el lanzamiento de drones suicidas hacia una reunión de fuerzas enemigas.

Staff (2024-10-08). Hoy en la Mesa Redonda: La Nueva Agenda Urbana en Cuba. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu El presidente del Instituto Nacional de Ordenamiento Territorial y Urbano y otros directivos de esa institución comparecerán este martes en la Mesa Redonda para informar sobre la implementación de la Nueva Agenda Urbana en nuestro país.

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