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2024-11-18: News Headlines

Peoples Dispatch (2024-11-18). Left-wing alliance wins two-thirds majority in the Sri Lankan parliament. mronline.org With the parliamentary victory, the leftist president Anura Kumara Dissanayake is better placed to implement his agenda of economic and political reforms in the crisis-hit country.

Editor (2024-11-18). Trump's racist, sexist, anti-science, anti-trans cabinet: A declaration of war on the working class. mronline.org Donald Trump's cabinet picks are a declaration of war against the entire working class. These choices are a domestic version of the Pentagon's "shock and awe" invasion tactics and are meant to smash any opposition.

Editor (2024-11-18). Capitalism is perpetual crisis. mronline.org Crisis is endemnic to capitalism, writes Alex Snowdon in his monthly Marxism 101 column.

Editor (2024-11-18). Implications of a second Trump term for working class and oppressed peoples. mronline.org Irrespective of the rhetoric that characterized the campaign, the world's majority will continue to be compelled to struggle against imperialist exploitation and oppression.

Editor (2024-11-18). 'Tortured and left to die': New details emerge about Israel's murder of prominent Gaza surgeon. mronline.org A new report from Britain's Sky News provides details of Adnan al-Bursh's death by torture in Israel's Ofer Prison.

Victor Grossman (2024-11-18). Nursery rhymes and politics: Berlin Bulletin No. 229, November 16, 2024. mronline.org Billions were spent both on aid to the Zelensky government…as an urgent defense necessity to counter "the Russian threat." This threat has appeared and reappeared in Germany in 1914, the 1930s, after 1945 and now again, louder than ever, with similar barked Prussian commands: "Achtung! Die Russen kommen!" as dangerously false as ever, and often followed by eastward expansion, invasion and, far too often, catastrophe, with atomic annihilation an added danger this time around.

Ahmed Abdulkareem (2024-11-18). Trump Election Win Triggers Houthi War Drills as Yemen Braces for US Invasion. mintpressnews.com With Trump's election signaling a potential shift in U.S. policy, Yemen's Houthis mobilize for a violent response to looming American intervention, escalating tensions in the Red Sea.

marketing (2024-11-18). How Ethical Are South Africa's News Media? We Studied Public Complaints To The Press Council To Find Out #Ethical #South #Africa's #News #Media? #Studied #Public #Complaints #Press #Council #Find #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The news media in South Africa have a long and dark history of being used to oppress the majority during colonialism and apartheid . In the new context of societal …

marketing (2024-11-18). Younger Men Are Turning To Testosterone Therapy In Hopes Of Boosting Mood And Muscles But There Are Risks Of Harm #Younger #Turning #Testosterone #Therapy #Hopes #Boosting #Mood #Muscles #Risks #Harm #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The phenomenon of younger men turning to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to boost their T levels has been in the spotlight recently thanks to media reports and …

marketing (2024-11-18). Why Do I Feel Better When I Wake Myself Up Instead Of Relying On An Alarm? A Neurologist Explains The Science Of A Restful Night's Sleep #Feel #Better #When #Wake #Myself #Instead #Relying #Alarm? #Neurologist #Explains #Science #Restful #Night's #Sleep #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you'd like an expert to answer, send it to … . | We've all experienced this: …

marketing (2024-11-18). Dorothy Allison Was An Authentic Voice For The Poor, Capturing The Beauty, Humor And Pain Of Working-Class Life In America #Dorothy #Allison #Authentic #Poor, #Capturing #Beauty, #Humor #Pain #Working-Class #Life #America #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Dorothy Allison, who died on Nov. 5, 2024 , published her first novel, Bastard Out of Carolina , in 1992, when she was 42 years old. | She mined her own life to craft …

marketing (2024-11-18). Why School Police Officers May Not Be The Most Effective Way To Prevent Violence #School #Police #Officers #Most #Effective #Prevent #Violence #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In 1975, only 1% of public schools had their own police officers . Today, 44% do . A large reason for the increase is the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act …

marketing (2024-11-18). Philadelphia Students Have A New Reading And Writing Curriculum " A Literacy Expert Explains What's Changing #Philadelphia #Students #Have #Reading #Writing #Curriculum #Literacy #Expert #Explains #What's #Changing #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Philadelphia 's K-8 public school students are being taught a new literacy curriculum starting in the 2024-2025 school year. It's called Expeditionary Learning , and it …

marketing (2024-11-18). Donor-Advised Funds Are Drawing A Lot Of Assets Besides Cash Taking A Bigger Bite Out Of Tax Revenue Than Other Kinds Of Charitable Giving #Donor-Advised #Funds #Drawing #Assets #Besides #Cash #Taking #Bigger #Bite #Revenue #Than #Other #Kinds #Charitable #Giving #Building #Houses #Mortgage #Rent #property. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Donor-advised funds , or DAFs, are financial accounts funded by donors to support future charitable work. This kind of giving differs greatly from charitable giving as …

marketing (2024-11-18). Robo Price-Fixing: Why The Justice Department Is Suing A Software Company To Stop Landlords Colluding On Rents #Robo #Price-Fixing: #Justice #Department #Suing #Software #Company #Stop #Landlords #Colluding #Rents #Building #Houses #Mortgage #Rent #property. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Of all the reasons it could be hard to pay rent each month, did you have an algorithm-powered illegal cartel on your list? | Millions of people across the United States …

marketing (2024-11-18). From Using Plant Rinds To High-Tech Materials, Bike Helmets Have Improved Significantly Over The Past 2 Centuries #Using #Plant #Rinds #High-Tech #Materials, #Bike #Helmets #Have #Improved #Significantly #Past #Centuries #Food #Flowers #Storm #Climate #Change #Earthquake. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Imagine it's the mid-1800s, and you're riding your high-wheeled, penny-farthing bicycle down a dusty road. Sure, it may have some bumps, but if you lose your balance, …

marketing (2024-11-18). Zimbabwe's Street Children: How To Get Them Home And Back In School #Zimbabwe's #Street #Children: #Them #Home #Back #School #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Zimbabwe's government undertook a survey in 2023 to ascertain how many children were living on the streets of the country's second biggest city, Bulawayo. The most …

marketing (2024-11-18). Ghana Elections: Swing Voting Is On The Rise, Shaping Outcomes A Look At What's Driving This #Ghana #Elections: #Swing #Voting #Rise, #Shaping #Outcomes #Look #What's #Driving #This #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Ghanaian elections have become much more challenging for politicians. In the past they have often been characterised as nothing more than an ethnic headcount. But since …

marketing (2024-11-18). Fossil Finds: Footprints On South Africa's Coast Offer A Glimpse Into Our Ancestors' Lives #Fossil #Finds: #Footprints #South #Africa's #Coast #Offer #Glimpse #Into #Ancestors' #Lives #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Mention the word fossils to people and most will probably think of bones. Of course, body fossils make up a large part of the global fossil record. But humans and …

marketing (2024-11-18). Antibiotic Resistance Threatens To Undo A Century Of Medical Progress : 5 Essential Reads #Antibiotic #Resistance #Threatens #To Undo #Century #Medical #Progress : #Essential #Reads #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Who hasn't been prescribed antibiotics by a doctor for a chest infection or perhaps a sore throat? It's terrifying to think that these infections can become life …

marketing (2024-11-18). Does Immigration Really Drive Up Crime? Not According To The Evidence #Does #Immigration #Really #Drive #Crime? #According #Evidence #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Immigration and crime were once again central themes throughout the US presidential election campaign. The belief that immigration drives up crime is one of the oldest …

marketing (2024-11-18). AI Feels Like An Unstoppable Force. But It Is Not A Panacea For Businesses Or Society #Feels #Like #Unstoppable #Force. #Panacea #Businesses #Society #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In Greek mythology , Prometheus is credited with giving humans fire as well as the spark that spurred civilisation. One of the unintended consequences of …

marketing (2024-11-18). The Climate And Biodiversity Crises Are Entwined, But We Risk Pitting One Against The Other #Climate #Biodiversity #Crises #Entwined, #Risk #Pitting #Other #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Climate change and biodiversity policies have largely evolved in isolation, even though the two crises are deeply intertwined. They have their own UN summits, with the …

marketing (2024-11-18). The Serviceberry: This Indigenous Understanding Of Nature Can Help Us Rethink Economics #Serviceberry: #This #Indigenous #Understanding #Nature #Help #Rethink #Economics #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In the tension between ecology and economics lies an uncomfortable truth: while both words share a root in eco (from the Greek oikos, meaning home), our modern …

marketing (2024-11-18). How Game Theory Predicts Trump Might Not Do All That He Threatens Over Ukraine, Taiwan And Nato #Game #Theory #Predicts #Trump #Might #That #Threatens #Ukraine, #Taiwan #Nato #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential elections has left many across the world unsure about what he might do in his next term, and whether some of the threats …

marketing (2024-11-18). What Is Net Zero? What Is Blue Carbon? Experts Explain Key Climate Terms #What #Zero? #What #Blue #Carbon? #Experts #Explain #Climate #Terms #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Jargon is hard to decipher. And when it comes to climate science, it's rife. So, we've teamed up with top climate experts to explain the meaning, and the context, of …

marketing (2024-11-18). The Coalition Will Block The Student Caps Bill. Brace Yourself For More Uncertainty Over International Students #Coalition #Block #Student #Caps #Bill. #Brace #Yourself #More #Uncertainty #International #Students #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In a surprise move, the Coalition has announced it will vote against Labor's bill to cap international student numbers. This follows previous Coalition comments saying …

marketing (2024-11-18). Meltwater From Greenland And The Arctic Is Weakening Ocean Circulation, Speeding Up Warming Down South #Meltwater #Greenland #Arctic #Weakening #Ocean #Circulation, #Speeding #Warming #South #Apple #Samsung #Google #AI #Chat #GPT #Cyber #Security. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A vast network of ocean currents nicknamed the great global ocean conveyor belt is slowing down. That's a problem because this vital system redistributes heat around …

marketing (2024-11-18). Stinky Feet, Angry Mermaids And A Toilet Ghost: Round The Twist Musical Captures The Magic And Madness Of An Aussie TV Classic #Stinky #Feet, #Angry #Mermaids #Toilet #Ghost: #Round #Twist #Musical #Captures #Magic #Madness #Aussie #Classic #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | It's a universally acknowledged truth that a geriatric millennial in possession of a Scholastic book club catalogue and a television must have been a fan of Paul …

marketing (2024-11-18). My Brilliant Career: Musical Based On Miles Franklin's Novel Takes Us On A Sassy, Spirited Journey Of Self-Discovery #Brilliant #Career: #Musical #Based #Miles #Franklin's #Novel #Takes #Sassy, #Spirited #Journey #Self-Discovery #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Melbourne Theatre Company's My Brilliant Career is a musical re-imagining of Miles Franklin's classic 1901 novel of the same name. It follows a young woman, Sybylla …

marketing (2024-11-18). We All Need Toilets Expert Insights Into What Happens When There Aren't Enough Of Them #Need #Toilets #Expert #Insights #Into #What #Happens #When #Aren't #Enough #Them #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Safe toilets for all by 2030 is one of the Sustainable Development Goal targets. But, with just more than five years to go until 2030, the United Nations says the …

marketing (2024-11-18). As Australia Privatises Nature Repair, The Cheapest Approach Won't Save Our Threatened Species #Australia #Privatises #Nature #Repair, #Cheapest #Approach #Won't #Save #Threatened #Species #Investment #Fund #Contract #Company #Employee. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Australia is a world-leader in species extinction and environmental decline. So great is the problem, the federal government now wants to harness money from the private …

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2024-11-06: News Headlines

Staff (2024-11-06). "This Is a Collapse of the Democratic Party": Ralph Nader on Roots of Trump's Win Over Harris. democracynow.org "This is a collapse of the Democratic Party." Consumer advocate, corporate critic and former presidential candidate Ralph Nader comments on the reelection of Donald Trump and the failures of the Democratic challenge against him. Despite attempts by left-wing segments of the Democratic base to shift the party's messaging toward populist, anti-corporate and progressive policies, says Nader, Democrats "didn't listen." Under Trump, continues Nader, "We're in for huge turmoil."…

Staff (2024-11-06). Linda Sarsour: Harris's Embrace of Pro-Israeli Policies at Odds with Democratic Base. democracynow.org In the Arab American-majority city of Dearborn, Michigan, Donald Trump beat Kamala Harris by over six percentage points, with third-party candidate Jill Stein capturing nearly one-fifth of the vote. During the primary elections, a majority of Democratic voters in Dearborn selected "uncommitted" over then-presumptive nominee Joe Biden, citing disapproval of the president's handling of Israel's aggression in the Middle East. "Uncommitted" voters continued to press the Harris campaign to shift its Israel policy as the election went on, but were routinely ignored. Democrats "…

Ellen Brown (2024-11-06). Our Fragile Infrastructure: Lessons From Hurricane Helene. dissidentvoice.org Asheville, North Carolina, is known for its historic architecture, vibrant arts scene and as a gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains. It was a favorite escape for "climate migrants" moving from California, Arizona, and other climate-challenged vicinities, until a "500 year flood" ravaged the city this fall. Hurricane Helene was a wakeup call not just for stricken …

Staff (2024-11-06). Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor: Democrats Demobilized Their Base. A Movement Is Now Needed to Oppose Trump. democracynow.org Donald Trump's performance in the 2024 election surpassed expectations, with the candidate winning the key battleground states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia and picking up larger shares of more diverse segments of the electorate, including Black and Latino male voters. Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, a professor of African American studies at Princeton University, says the blame lies squarely on the Harris campaign, which refused to differentiate itself from unpopular incumbent President Joe Biden. "The problem here is with the leadership of the Democratic Party," adds John Nichols, natio…

Staff (2024-11-06). "A Devastating Result": John Nichols on GOP Taking White House and the Senate. democracynow.org When Donald Trump reenters the White House, he will be met with a newly Republican-controlled Senate, consolidating power in the hands of a party now dominated by supporters of Trump. We take a look at the results of down-ballot races for the Senate and House, and the possibilities for congressional opposition to Trump's agenda with John Nichols, The Nation's national affairs correspondent. Nichols notes that losing Democratic Senate candidates missed opportunities to highlight working-class voters and economic issues, likely to their detriment.

Staff (2024-11-06). 7 States Vote to Protect Abortion Rights in Busy Year for Ballot Initiatives. democracynow.org While Democratic candidates suffered major losses in this year's U.S. elections, elsewhere on the ballot voters supported liberal positions. In the wake of tightening federal and state restrictions on abortion, historic ballot measures enshrining the right to an abortion passed in seven states, while other initiatives to raise the minimum wage and codify marriage equality also won by wide majorities. We're joined by Chris Melody Fields Figueredo of the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center to examine the role of ballot measures, a form of direct democracy, in elections, and why this "powerful tool&#…

Staff (2024-11-06). Rami Khouri: U.S. Voters Are Sick of Foreign Wars. Can Trump Strike a Grand Bargain in Middle East? democracynow.org Shortly after Donald Trump was announced as the winner of the U.S. presidential election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took to social media to enthusiastically congratulate him. Meanwhile, the Israeli military continued its violent assault on Gaza, killing multiple Palestinians in strikes on apartment buildings and homes. We speak to Palestinian American journalist Rami Khouri about what we know of Trump's pro-Israel policies and how Trump beat Kamala Harris for the presidency. "Trump out-dramatized Harris, and that's how he won," he says.

Staff (2024-11-06). Headlines for November 6, 2024. democracynow.org Donald Trump Wins Presidency After Kamala Harris Underperforms in Swing States, Republicans Win Senate Majority for First Time Since 2020, House of Representatives Remains Up for Grabs as Vote Counting Continues, Voters in 7 States Approve Abortion Rights Measures; 3 Others Fail, Protests Erupt Across Israel After Netanyahu Fires War Chief Yoav Gallant, Palestinians Condemn Biden's Support for Israeli Military as Assault on Gaza Continues, Israeli Raids on Occupied West Bank Kill 8, Wound Child and Photojournalist, Israeli Strike on Residential Building Kills 20 in Beirut Suburb, NGOs Ask U.N. Human Rights…

Staff (2024-11-06). "The Confederacy Won": Why Donald Trump's Reelection Is a Win for White Supremacy, Xenophobia & Hate. democracynow.org Donald Trump has been reelected president of the United States. Ahead of Kamala Harris's expected concession speech, we speak to professors Carol Anderson and Michele Goodwin to discuss Harris's historic campaign — and historic loss. "The Confederacy won," says Anderson, a professor of African American studies at Emory University. "It paints a picture of what Americans are willing to embrace," says Goodwin, a professor of constitutional law at Georgetown and an expert on healthcare law, who warns of the public health dangers of a second Trump administration and discusses…

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2024-11-05: News Headlines

United World International (2024-11-05). DPRK, The land of smiles and wonders — Pt. 2: All for the masses. unitedworldint.com Ideological teachings, the Victory Museum, and how the Korean War reminds of the current Ukraine conflict. By Stary Shakhtyor Every day in the evening and morning in Pyongyang, the melody of the song dedicated to Kim Il-sung plays on loudspeakers. The whole city listens to this tune. The synopsis of the song is as follows. …

tvbrics (2024-11-05). Artificial intelligence and programming to become core subjects for first year high school students in Egypt. tvbrics.com Egypt's Education Minister is pushing new initiatives aimed at enhancing students' skills and improving the classroom environment…

tvbrics (2024-11-05). Iran expands tourism infrastructure in the Lut Desert. tvbrics.com The desert has been inscribed on the UNESCO list…

tvbrics (2024-11-05). Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in the UAE expects record number of participants. tvbrics.com It will be held from 6 to 16 November in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi…

tvbrics (2024-11-05). Moscow to host festival of theatre schools from CIS countries. tvbrics.com Students of seven educational institutions will show their graduation performances…

tvbrics (2024-11-05). President Lula da Silva with South African leader Ramaphosa discuss the upcoming G20 summit. tvbrics.com South Africa will take over the G20 presidency next year…

tvbrics (2024-11-05). South African government funds 35 companies to participate in this year's China International Import Expo. tvbrics.com The companies intend to showcase products and services to potential buyers in China and other countries around the world…

tvbrics (2024-11-05). Vietnam becomes 5th largest tea exporter in the world. tvbrics.com The country currently produces around 15 different types of tea…

United World International (2024-11-05). Argentina: The government reaches a year in office, attacking the people and surrendering sovereignty. uwidata.com By Oscar Rotundo, Buenos Aires / Argentina Many speculators announced the end of the government in at least six months, but as the days went by, what seemed to be crumbling, has been consolidated thanks to betrayal and corruption within the traditional political class. President Javier Milei stated at the event held for the 60th …

United World International (2024-11-05). DPRK, The land of smiles and wonders — Pt. 2: All for the masses. uwidata.com By Stary Shakhtyor Every day in the evening and morning in Pyongyang, the melody of the song dedicated to Kim Il-sung plays on loudspeakers. The whole city listens to this tune. The synopsis of the song is as follows. A Korean (North Korean, to be more precise) soldier is lost, having been separated from his …

Carmen Russell-Sluchansky (2024-11-05). Kamala Harris makes final pitch for White House in Philly to 30,000 on Rocky steps. whyy.org Tens of thousands of people stood in 50-degree weather as Vice President Kamala Harris made her closing argument of the presidential election in a near midnight speech on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, after another blitz around the state. | Black Eyed Peas member will.i.am performed " Harris called on the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection to come out strongly on Election Day, a bid for the mostly Democratic city to turn out and help her build an urban bulwark in…

Guest Blogger (2024-11-05). A Kamala Victory Means Green New Deal Lawfare. wattsupwiththat.com With preelection forecasts favoring a Republican takeover of the Senate, it's quite likely a president Kamala Harris would not move landmark climate laws through Congress. That means she would have to think creatively about birddogging energy companies, and siccing the Justice Department on them is a likely step.

Luis Andres Henao, Adriana Gomez Licon (2024-11-05). Harris campaign spends final hours reminding Pa. of a Trump ally's joke about Puerto Rico. whyy.org The day before Election Day, 17-year-old girl Carmen Hernandez held a cardboard sign with the Puerto Rican flag outside Trump's rally in Reading, Pennsylvania, a city that is two-thirds Hispanic. | "What you call trash is our treasure," the sign read. | While Trump's campaign had quickly distanced itself from a comic's slam on Puerto Rico as a "floating island of garbage," Kamala Harris' campaign and other Democrats spent the last hours of the 2024 campaign in the nation's largest battleground state linking him to the joke. | Harris devoted much of her final full day on the campaign trail to reaching Latino voter…

_____ (2024-11-05). Coalition of 54 Countries Urges UN to Halt Arms Transfers to Israel. truepublica.org.uk By TruePublica Editor: The pressure is mounting on the issue of arms and weapons exports to Israel as it relentlessly continues the killing of innocent civilians in its quest to finish the terrorist group Hamas and expand its military activities across the Middle East. The UK announced that it was suspending certain weapons sales to …

Anthony Watts (2024-11-05). Flooding Facts Drowned by Climate Hysteria: The BBC Ignores Spain's Weather History. wattsupwiththat.com By Anthony Watts and H. Sterling Burnett The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) article, titled "Scientists sure warming world made Spain's storm more intense," ties recent flash flooding in Spain to…

Associated Press (2024-11-05). Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw face off in a New Jersey Senate race opened up by a bribery scandal. whyy.org New Jersey voters are deciding between Democratic U.S. Rep. Andy Kim and hotel developer Curtis Bashaw, a Republican, in The Senate race has attra…

Guest Blogger (2024-11-05). Alaska court: Climate change can't justify giant habitat for seals. wattsupwiththat.com The court's rebuke of the Biden administration's attempt to use the ESA to curtail fossil-fuel development in Alaska could set the stage for developing this hydrocarbon-rich area under a new administration.

Guest Blogger (2024-11-05). Mining Industry Needs $2.1 Trillion Dollars in New Investment to Meet Net-Zero Demand for Raw Materials. wattsupwiththat.com Despite the growth in metals supply over the last decade, BloombergNEF's (BNEF's) annual Transition Metals Outlook finds that there are still not enough raw materials to meet growing demand. This supply squeeze could slow the adoption of clean energy technologies. In order to meet the demands of a net-zero emissions world, BNEF estimates $2.1 trillion is needed in new mining investments by 2050.

Jaclyn Diaz, NPR (2024-11-05). When will mail-in and absentee ballots be counted? whyy.org This story originally appeared on Election Day is this Tuesday, but for various reasons, we may not get the results that night. | One such hold-up is the work it takes to process and count mail-in ballots. | Because each state has different rules regarding the timel…

Johnny Perez-Gonzalez (2024-11-05). 'It's self-governed': Former Del. police barracks transformed into tent community to support people experiencing homelessness. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? In the shadows of a former state police barracks in southern Delaware, a new kind of community has quietly taken root. | Once known as Tent City, this pilot program from the group Code Purple offers shelter, essential hygiene services and case management for people without homes in southern Delaware's coastal communities. Now called "Tharros Village," after the Greek word for courage and determination, Code Purple site director Mike Agnew said the village is an experiment in…

Kenny Cooper (2024-11-05). In Bucks County, Pa. Sen. Bob Casey and N.J. Sen. Cory Booker make final election push. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? On the eve of "I don't want to overstate this and I don't want to add even more pressure on your shoulders but — wow," Casey said, addressing a packed Bucks County firehouse. "When you look at some of the numbers in the…

Kenny Cooper (2024-11-05). 'Are you excited about World War III?': JD Vance paints grim picture of Harris presidency in closing argument to Pa. voters. whyy.org

Marc Levy (2024-11-05). Pennsylvania is home to 5 heavily contested races for the U.S. House. whyy.org Pennsylvania is home to five heavily contested races for the U.S. House, contests that will be critical to determining control of a narrowly divided chamber where Democrats need a net pickup of four seats to take control. | Three of those five races are in eastern Pennsylvania, where Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Democratic Reps. Susan Wild and Matt Cartwright are defending their seats in districts that are A fourth district is in southern Pennsylvan…

Marc Levy (2024-11-05). Casey and McCormick square off in Pa. race that could determine Senate control. whyy.org Pennsylvania's U.S. Senate race between three-term Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick will help determine control of the chamber Tuesday in a battleground state contest that is one of the nation's most expensive this year. | Casey, perhaps Pennsylvania's best-known politician and the son of a former two-term governor, is seeking a fourth term after facing what he has called his toughest reelection challenge yet. Casey, 64, is a stalwart of the state's Democratic Party, having won six statewide elections going back to 1996, including serving as the state's auditor general and treas…

Mark Scolforo (2024-11-05). Pa. Legislature majorities and new state attorney general are on the ballot. whyy.org

Randall Chase (2024-11-05). Lisa Blunt Rochester could make history with a victory in Delaware's U.S. Senate race. whyy.org The U.S. Senate race in Delaware carries the potential of a historic first for residents and their congressional delegation in Washington. | U.S. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, a Democrat, faces Republican Eric Hansen and independent Michael Katz in Tuesday's Senate contest. | Should Blunt Rochester win, she would become the first woman and first Black person to represent Delaware in the Senate. Only three other

Randall Chase (2024-11-05). Democrat Matt Meyer and Republican Michael Ramone square off in Delaware's gubernatorial contest. whyy.org Democrats are hoping to extend their decades-long hold on the Delaware governor's office in Tuesday's election, while the Republican candidate is hoping for an upset that would offset Democratic control of the state Legislature by putting a member of the opposite party in the state's top executive office. | The contest pits Democrat Matt Meyer against the GOP's Michael Ramone. | Meyer currently serves as chief executive of New Castle County, Delaware's most populous county. Ramone is a businessman and entrepreneur who currently serves as House minority leader in the General Assembly. | Democrats control both cham…

Steve Peoples (2024-11-05). Here's what to watch on Election Day in the U.S. whyy.org It's Election Day. Polls opened Tuesday across the nation and Americans cast ballots in the We know there are

United World International (2024-11-05). Argentina: The government reaches a year in office, attacking the people and surrendering sovereignty. unitedworldint.com Essential policies of the Milei Government. By Oscar Rotundo, Buenos Aires / Argentina Many speculators announced the end of the government in at least six months, but as the days went by, what seemed to be crumbling, has been consolidated thanks to betrayal and corruption within the traditional political class. President Javier Milei stated at …

WHYY News staff (2024-11-05). 2024 general election results: President, U.S. Senate, U.S. House. whyy.org See full results and maps from the 2024 general election, including races for president, the U.S. Senate and House, and beyond.

WHYY News staff (2024-11-05). New Jersey 2024 general election results. whyy.org See full results from New Jersey's 2024 general election, including races for president and the U.S. House and Senate.

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Basav Sen (2024-10-20). Government's Warped Priorities Exacerbate Climate Disasters, Impede Recovery. truthout.org This year's hurricane season has been devastating. Hurricane Helene left a trail of wreckage across the Southeast and Appalachia, where over 230 people have died so far. Barely two weeks later, Milton slammed into Florida, killing dozens more, destroying homes, and leaving over a million people without power. Insurers are predicting that losses from Milton could reach $60 billion. |

Carolyn Elerding (2024-10-20). Victims of Family Policing Are Leading a Movement to Abolish It. truthout.org In December 2020, Samantha Hudson arrived with her daughters, ages 2 and 4, at ACCESS Housing family shelter in Adams County, one of the most economically depressed regions in the Denver area. Hudson, who identifies as Native American and has multiple disabilities, hoped staying in the shelter would provide a new beginning and more safety for her girls. What happened next is all too common in… |

Ed Rampell (2024-10-20). New Film Documents the Struggle and Triumph of Amazon Labor Union. truthout.org Stephen Maing and Brett Story's documentary Union is one of the best American films about the labor movement since 1940's The Grapes of Wrath. Using cinéma vérité "you-are-there" film techniques, Union chronicles the fight to organize the JFK8 Amazon fulfillment center in Staten Island, New York. Union, a Sundance Film Festival Special Jury Award winner, focuses on fired Amazon worker Chris Smalls… |

Jon Queally (2024-10-20). Boeing Union Workers Win Tentative Contract With 35 Percent Wage Increase. truthout.org Striking union members who work for the aerospace giant Boeing reached a tentative contract agreement Saturday after nearly 6 weeks on the picket line demanding better wages and benefits. The International Association of Machinists (IAM) and Aerospace Workers District 751, which has been on strike since September 13, announced the breakthrough in a statement and Boeing also confirmed that a… |

Anna Massoglia (2024-10-20). Elon Musk-Linked Dark Money Network Is Behind Fake Pro-Harris Campaign Scheme. truthout.org An initiative called Progress 2028 that purports to be Kamala Harris' liberal counter to the conservative Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 is actually run by a dark money network supporting former President Donald Trump. Building America's Future, the dark money group at the helm of the network, has steered money to a constellation of groups and initiatives boosting Trump's agenda and… |

bwitanek (2024-10-20). Billboard Sponsor Jewbelong Founder Called for Burning All of Gaza in Tweet — Now Tacitly Calling for Violence Against Pro-Palestine Students on Billbords — Sits on NJ Israel Commission. fightbackbetter.com Archie Gottesman, a resident of Summit NJ is co-founder of the organization "JewBelong" which sponsors semi-cryptic messages promoting a pro-Israel…

bwitanek (2024-10-20). Presenting Dr. Raz Segal on "Antisemitism and Palestinian Genocide" on November 14 at 5 pm in New Brunswick. fightbackbetter.com As an act of defending free speech and academic freedom on college campuses, the Rutgers Law Center for Security, Race…

geo.tv (2024-10-20). Trump, Harris clash as celebrities hit campaign trails. geo.tv The combined images show the former US president Donald Trump and US Vice President Kamala Harris — Reuters/File. US presidential rivals, Republican ex-president Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris invited big names to their campaign rallies this Saturday, as…

UMMID (2024-10-20). 'Another night of horror': UNRWA on Israeli bombing of tents, school in Gaza. ummid.com Another night of horror, this is how United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestine Refugees described Israeli bombing of a tented camp and the agency's school sheltering the displaced Palestinians in the intervening night of Oct 13 and 14, 2024.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Josh Cassada returns as Research Head for world's most sensitive light detection technology. ummid.com Quantum Opus LLC, one of the industry leaders in producing world's most sensitive light detection systems through single-photon technology, Tuesday October 15, 2024 announced the return of veteran astronaut Dr. Josh Cassada as head of research and development.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Maharashtra, Jharkhand 2024 Poll Dates Out: Key Statistics. ummid.com The Election Commission of India Tuesday announced the 2024 Assembly Election Schedule of Maharashtra and Jharkhand along with the key electoral statistics of the two states.

UMMID (2024-10-20). JWST discovers first of its kind alien 'steam world'. ummid.com James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), jointly owned by NASA, European Space Agency, and Canadian Space Agency, has discovered first of its kind exoplanet or alien planet shrouded in a thick envelope of steam.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Why NCPCR crackdown on Madrasa Education must be contested. ummid.com The talk of banning the madrasa system of education that imparts modern education along with Islamic teaching has to be viewed after the perusal of some hard facts about madrasas explained here.

UMMID (2024-10-20). António Costa wins 2024 UNESCO/Félix Houphouà´t-Boigny Prize. ummid.com The Jury of the UNESCO – Félix Houphouà´t-Boigny Peace Prize has conferred on António Luís Santos da Costa the 2024 laureate for his extraordinary commitment to peace and developing countries.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Book Review: Do You Remember Kunan Poshpora. ummid.com Five brave Kashmiri women scholars from Kashmir have come up with a book "Do You Remember Kunan Poshpora".

UMMID (2024-10-20). DTE Maha 2024 Post HSC D Pharm Round 1 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com DTE Maharashtra is set to publish on its official website phd24.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Wednesday October 16, 2024 CAP Round 1 Allotment result of the students who have registered for Admission to First Year Post HSC Diploma D.Pharm (Pharmacy) course for the year 2024-25.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Fairer than IMF: Academic hails BRICS bank NDB. ummid.com BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) is a fairer monetary system than IMF and it provides equitable opportunities, a top Zimbabwean academics said.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Karnataka HC: Shouting 'Jai Shri Ram' inside mosque no offence. ummid.com The Karnataka High Court quashed a case against two Hindu men for raising the slogan 'Jai Shri Ram' inside the Puttur Town, Dakshina Kannada district mosque.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Kerala Techie designs world's smallest washing machine. ummid.com Sebin Saji, an engineer from Kerala, has made new world record by designing world's smallest washing machine.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Nijjar Murder: India, Canada ties go from bad to worse. ummid.com Already strained diplomatic relation between India and Canada worsened further after Ottawa said it was investigating its Indian ambassador and other diplomats as "persons of interest" in the case related to the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Drug network involving top Saudi Ministry officials busted in Riyadh. ummid.com Security authorities in Saudi Arabia have busted a major network of drug trafficking and trade in the Riyadh Region that involved top officials in various ministries.

UMMID (2024-10-20). France bans Israel from Euronaval 2024. ummid.com France has banned the Israeli defence firms from taking part in Euronaval 2024 – an arms show to be held in Paris in November.

UMMID (2024-10-20). How will India respond to Sheikh Hasina's arrest warrant? ummid.com International media has already made screaming news of the arrest warrant against Sheikh Hasina, who is is presently living in a safe house near New Delhi, India, and others.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Legacy of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and Responsibilities of AMU Alumni. ummid.com By fulfilling these responsibilities, AMU alumni can play an essential role in preserving and advancing the mission of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan…

UMMID (2024-10-20). NCPCR Chief: Never called for Madrasa shutdown. ummid.com Priyank Kanoongo, NCPCR Chairperson whose recent comments had sparked outrage, on his last day in office Wednesday clarified that he never called for closure of Madrassas.

UMMID (2024-10-20). SC upholds constitutional validity of Section 6A of Citizenship Act. ummid.com In a landmark ruling which brings the much needed relief to thousands of people in Assam, the Supreme Court of India Thursday Oct 17, 2024 declared Section 6A of the Citizenship Act 1955, as constitutional.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Imtiaz Jaleel to contest 2024 Nanded LS by election. ummid.com Syed Imtiaz Jaleel is set to contest the Lok Sabha by elections to be held in Nanded next month, the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Maharashtra announced Thursday.

UMMID (2024-10-20). In Malegaon, Akhilesh announces 4 candidates for 2024 Maharashtra Polls. ummid.com Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Singh Yadav while addressing a rally in Malegaon Friday announced the names of 04 candidates for the 2024 Maharashtra Elections.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Leader Yahya Sinwar Ascended As Martyr: Hamas. ummid.com Palestinian Governing Authority in Gaza Hamas Friday confirmed the 'martyrdom' of its Chief Yahya Sinwar while fighting the Israeli occupation forces.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Meloni visits Lebanon after Israeli attacks on Christians, UNIFIL. ummid.com Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni Friday Oct 18, 2024 shamed the Muslim rulers and 57-member Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) by traveling to Lebanon in a solidarity visit after the Israeli attacks on Christians, Churches and UNIFL.

UMMID (2024-10-20). Yahya Sinwar died like the heroes of ancient legends. ummid.com America labeled Yahya Sinwar a terrorist, just as they had once labeled Nelson Mandela. But history does not follow the desires of the great powers. If it did, the occupiers would rule the world…

UMMID (2024-10-20). Robotics meet IROS 2024 in Abu Dhabi sees record particpation. ummid.com The IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2024) in Abu Dhabi concluded Friday with a record number of participants from different fields.

Michael Arria, Mondoweiss. (2024-10-20). Samidoun's Coordinator Speaks Out On US And Canada's Targeting Of Them. popularresistance.org On October 15 the United States Treasury Department announced a joint action with the Canadian government, targeting the Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network. The U.S. slapped sanctions on the organization and Canada listed the group as a terrorist entity. | The Treasury Department press release refers to Samidoun as a "sham charity" and accuses it of raising funds for the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a secular Marxist-Leninist Palestinian political party, which has been designated as a terrorist organization by the State Department. | "Samidoun is particularly targeted becaus…

Maureen Clare Murphy (2024-10-20). Israeli extermination plan underway in northern Gaza. electronicintifada.net Palestinians call for "maximum pressure" to stop accelerating genocide.

Bronx Anti-War Coalition, Workers World. (2024-10-20). From Despair To Revolution: The Bronx's Path To Defeating Addiction. popularresistance.org The Bronx Anti-War Coalition hosted a film screening on Oct. 11 of the documentary "Dope is Death" as part of our guerrilla cinema series. The widely attended event featured a Q&A session with former Young Lord and acupuncturist Walter Bosque, where community members engaged in a lively discussion about continuing and expanding the revolutionary movement of healing. | In recent years, the Bronx, a predominantly Black, Brown and working-class borough in one of the most densely populated areas of Turtle Island, has experienced a sharp rise in opioid use, including oxycodone, street fentanyl and heroin. | We re…

Chrystin Ondersma, Next City. (2024-10-20). An Abolitionist Approach To Debt. popularresistance.org When individuals cannot meet their basic needs without turning to debt, they face threats to their human dignity. Survival debt — debt that individuals incur to survive and live a life with dignity — is inherently intimidating and degrading. | A person does not have the freedom to obtain a standard of living consistent with human dignity if the only means of acquiring housing, transportation, food, medical care or an education is to incur debt. Many indebted households can barely survive, much less vivir sabroso. Those who incur debt to meet basic needs must work, despite knowing that the fruits of th…

Emma Curchin, Counter Punch. (2024-10-20). 34 Million Seniors In Medicare Advantage Plans Face Rude Awakening. popularresistance.org October 15 marks the first day of open enrollment in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans — a time that will deliver chaos and confusion for many of the 34 million seniors who depend on these plans to pay their healthcare bills. It's yet another reminder that Medicare wastes billions of dollars funneling public money to private companies that are primarily driven by profit-seeking. | Last year, more MA members than expected used their benefits to get necessary medical care. One might assume that companies would expect beneficiaries to use health care services. But after years of making outsized profits, the insura…

Janine Jackson, Fairness, Accuracy in Reporting. (2024-10-20). Housing Discrimination Is Collective, Cumulative, Continuing. popularresistance.org Some 10 years ago, food delivery service FreshDirect got more than $100 million of incentives to place a warehouse in a populated, poor, largely people of color community in the South Bronx, to bring heavy diesel truck traffic to asthma-inflicted neighborhoods already affected by waste treatment plants and high-traffic highways. | Groups like South Bronx Unite, like Good Jobs for NY, opposed these further health harms to the community, as well as the notion that a handful of insecure, poorly waged jobs could serve as compensation. South Bronx Unites' Mychal Johnson said: "Of course we want jobs, but we should not…

Jordynn Paz, NDN Collective. (2024-10-20). NDN Fund's Loan Leads To #LANDBACK In Alaska. popularresistance.org Rapid City, SD — NDN Fund, the impact investing arm of NDN Collective, today announced the closing of a loan with Qizhjeh Vena — an Alaska Native Women-led 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working in the Bristol Bay area. | The $750,000 loan from NDN Fund will allow Qizhjeh Vena to purchase Koksetna Wilderness Lodge and surrounding land on Lake Clark, located at the outlet of the Chulitna River in Chulitna Bay. The lodge will serve as a cultural preservation and revitalization center, and act as the gateway to a sanctuary for wildlife, and interrelated habitats. This historically important land and r…

Margaret Kimberley, Black Agenda Report. (2024-10-20). Censorship, War Propaganda And Fascism. popularresistance.org The F-word of the moment is fascism. Establishment pundits, Democratic Party politicians, and corporate media are of one accord and agree that a Donald Trump presidency will bring fascism to the United States. All of them ignore the authoritarian nature of the state that already exists and the actions taken to date which can accurately be described as fascistic. | On October 13, the same day that the Israel Defense Force (IDF) bombed refugees at the Al-Aqsa Hospital and burned patients alive, the U.S. announced it was sending troops to Israel to man the THAAD missile system which will be used in the imminent atta…

Matt Krupnick, ProPublica. (2024-10-20). Tribal College Campuses Are Falling Apart. popularresistance.org In the 1970s, Congress committed to funding a higher education system controlled by Indigenous communities. These tribal colleges and universities were intended to serve students who'd been disadvantaged by the nation's history of violence and racism toward Native Americans, including efforts to eradicate their languages and cultures. | But walking through Little Big Horn College in Montana with Emerson Bull Chief, its dean of academics, showed just how far that idea has to go before becoming a reality. Bull Chief dodged signs warning "Keep out!" as he approached sheets of plastic sealing off the campus day care…

WSWS (2024-10-20). IAM union announces snap vote in bid to shut down Boeing strike. wsws.org The proposed contract confirms every warning made by the World Socialist Web Site since the beginning of the strike, that Boeing and the IAM are colluding to get a pro-company contract passed so that Boeing can resume production on its terms and force workers to pay for the company's mountain of self-inflicted debt.

aljazeera (2024-10-20). State of the race: Five takeaways 17 days out from the US election. aljazeera.com What's the latest on the race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump? Al Jazeera breaks down the week's election news.

aljazeera (2024-10-20). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 968. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 968th day, these are the main developments.

aljazeera (2024-10-20). Messi scores hat-trick as Inter Miami enter Club World Cup 2025. aljazeera.com Inter Miami beat New England 6-2 to break the MLS regular season points record and seal a berth at the Club World Cup.

TASS (2024-10-20). Russian ambassador tells BBC that UK wages 'aggressive war' against Russia. tass.com While Ukraine still keeps resisting, that resistance is getting weaker, Andrey Kelin says…

marketing (2024-10-20). Walk Or Run In The Rain? A Physics-Based Approached To Staying Dry (Or At Least Drier) #Walk #Rain? #Physics-Based #Approached #Staying #Least #Drier) #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | We've all been there caught outside without an umbrella as the sky opens up. Whether it's a light drizzle or a heavy downpour, instinct tells us that running will …

TASS (2024-10-20). Ukrainian crisis, other conflicts to be discussed at BRICS summit's first session. tass.com According to the Kremlin aide, colleagues from Brazil and China will lay bare their views on these conflicts…

TASS (2024-10-20). Putin informs Vucic about course of special military operation — Kremlin. tass.com The leaders discussed the situation around Ukraine…

TASS (2024-10-20). Slovakia's ruling party objects to inviting Ukraine to NATO — PM. tass.com According to Fico, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, who has recently unveiled his conflict settlement plan, is aware of Slovakia's position…

TASS (2024-10-20). Russian forces destroy two Baba Yaga bomber drones in Kharkov Region. tass.com Data recorders show FPV drone crews wiping out two Ukrainian Baba Yaga unmanned aerial vehicles over the Kharkov Region in the course of the special military operation…

TASS (2024-10-20). Administration of Zaporozhye Region's district attacked by Ukrainian troops. tass.com According to Titsky, no one was hurt…

TASS (2024-10-20). Situation in Kursk region. tass.com Aviation, artillery and missile troops continued to defeat manpower and equipment of the Ukrainian armed forces in the Kursk region, as well as their reserves in the Sumy region…

TASS (2024-10-20). Russian helicopters foil rotation of Ukrainian troops in Kursk Region's border areas. tass.com "Strikes were delivered at designated enemy targets with air-fired rockets. After using aircraft weapons, the crews conducted an anti-missile maneuver, fired decoy flares and returned to the home base. According to the air support controller, Ukrainian armored vehicles and manpower were eliminated," the ministry said…

TASS (2024-10-20). Ukrainian forces lost up to 460 troops in Battlegroup Center responsibility zone. tass.com The Battlegroup Center defeated five brigades of the Ukrainian armed forces in the Donetsk People's Republic in one day and repelled nine counterattacks, the Russian Defense Ministry reported…

TASS (2024-10-20). Gazprom supplies 42.1 mln cubic meters of gas to Europe via Ukraine. tass.com The application for pumping through Sokhranovka was rejected by the Ukrainian side, Gazprom representative told reporters…

Associated Press (2024-10-20). Ukraine releases video allegedly showing North Korean soldiers in Russia. scmp.com The footage is said to show troops sent by Pyongyang standing in line to pick up bags, clothes and Russian uniforms.

ptcnews.tv (2024-10-20). Ukrainian drone surveils Russian troops before devastating rocket attack. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: This week, a Ukrainian drone played a pivotal role in an assault on a Russian military training facility located in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, a region currently under Russian occupation in southern Ukraine.Ongoing Conflict and Casualties: Since the onset of the conflict in 2022, Ukraine claims to have inflicted substantial casualties on Russian forces, with estimates suggesting the deaths of around 670,000 Russian troops. In a recent update, the Ukrainian Defense Forces announced the destruction of 144 Russian artillery brigades this year alone, translating to a significant financial loss of ap…

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Russian Air Defense Systems Intercepted 110 Ukrainian Drones Overnight. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russian air defense systems destroyed 110 Ukrainian drones over the Kursk, Lipetsk, Oryol, Nizhny Novgorod, Belgorod, Bryansk and Moscow regions overnight, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday.

Staff (2024-10-20). France backs Zelensky's 'victory plan'. rt.com Paris is "open" to the idea of inviting Ukraine to join NATO, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said | France would work to rally Western countries behind Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky's "victory plan," French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said during his visit to Kiev on Saturday. | "A Russian victory would be a consecration for the law of the strongest and would push the international order towards chaos," Barrot told reporters during a press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrey Sibiga. | "That is why our exchanges must enable us to make progress on President Zelensky's victory plan, an…

TASS (2024-10-20). Russia says its Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed Ukrainian armored vehicles in Kursk Region. tass.com The strike on the previously detected enemy targets were delivered with air-borne missiles…

TASS (2024-10-20). Units of battlegroup West captured 56 Ukrainian strongpoints. tass.com Ivan Bigma, a spokesman for the battlegroup, also specified that during the counter-battery battle, artillery units destroyed an M198 howitzer, M119 and L119 guns, and six mortar crews…

TASS (2024-10-20). Zaporozhye Region governor warns Ukrainians won't be forgiven if they fight for Zelensky. tass.com Yevgeny Balitsky said that only Ukrainian military servicemen have the potential to move against the Kiev regime inside their country now, but they are unlikely to do so because they would not be forgiven for the atrocities they have already committed…

TASS (2024-10-20). France in discussion with partners about inviting Ukraine to NATO immediately. tass.com French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot is on a two-day visit to Kiev…

yalensis (2024-10-20). Ukraine War Day #970: Interesting Events On The Periphery — Part IV. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com Dear Readers: | Today continuing (and concluding)

ICRC (2024-10-20). Poland: The ICRC supports National Societies in collecting and managing tracing cases of persons missing in relation to international armed conflict in Ukraine. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Missing a pastry-scented home. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). ICRC Activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: Annual Review 2023. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Budapest: Remembering the ICRC Delegate who saved Jewish children during WWII. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Central African Republic: Clean drinking water remains a luxury. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Draft environmental and social safeguard documents for consultation: Myanmar Community Assistance Livelihood Project (MCLAP). icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures October 2024. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Gaza: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). IHL commemoration in Romania: 70 years since the ratification of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Information for people affected by the conflict in Lebanon. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Israel: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Lebanon: Frequently asked questions about international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians, and our work in conflict. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Nigeria: Overcoming mental health challenges in the face of crisis. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Poland: Polish Red Cross launched Emblem Campaign. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). SWIRMO: Building International Humanitarian Law into Military Planning and Operational Practices. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Syria: Twinning the Judiciary and Forensic to Address Complex Humanitarian Challenges. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Ethiopia: Children disproportionately affected by weapon contamination. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). ICRC congratulates Nihon Hidankyo on Nobel Peace Prize and work to ensure nuclear weapons are never used again. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Joint Press Release: AU-ICRC Roundtable Reinforces Commitment to Strengthening Conduct and Discipline in Peace Support Operations. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Lebanon: ICRC delivers lifesaving medical supplies to Beirut amid ongoing escalation. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Lebanon: ICRC deploys surgical team amid escalating humanitarian crisis. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Nigeria: Admissions of malnourished children rise amid four-year high in food insecurity due to conflict and climate. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Investigating and prosecuting serious violations: an important tool against impunity. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Let us remember that disarmament saves lives, curbs arms race, moderates the inhumanity of war, and fosters peace. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-10-20). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Health-care workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org

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aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). ƒ∞srail ordusu, Eilat kentine gà∂nderilen ƒ∞HA'yƒ± etkisiz hale getirdiƒüini aà߃±kladƒ±. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail ordusu, àºlkenin gàºneyindeki Eilat kentine doƒüru gà∂nderilen insansƒ±z hava aracƒ±nƒ±n (ƒ∞HA) etkisiz hale getirildiƒüini duyurdu.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). ƒ∞srail'in Gazze'nin àße≈üitli bà∂lgelerine dàºzenlediƒüi saldƒ±rƒ±larda 13 Filistinli à∂ldàº. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail ordusunun Gazze ≈ûeridi'nin àße≈üitli bà∂lgelerine dàºzenlediƒüi saldƒ±rƒ±lar sonucu 13 Filistinli ya≈üamƒ±nƒ± yitirdi.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). ƒ∞talya'da ≈üiddetli yaƒüƒ±≈ü, sel ve ta≈ükƒ±nlara yol aàßtƒ±. aa.com.tr ƒ∞talya'da ≈üiddetli fƒ±rtƒ±na ve yaƒüƒ±≈ü, àºlke genelinde pek àßok yerle≈üim yerinde sel ve ta≈ükƒ±nlara yol aàßtƒ±.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). Kàºba'da ana enerji santralindeki arƒ±zanƒ±n sàºrmesi nedeniyle milyonlarca ki≈üi elektriksiz. aa.com.tr Kàºba'da ana enerji santrallerinde meydana gelen arƒ±zanƒ±n henàºz tam olarak giderilememesi nedeniyle milyonlarca ki≈üinin hala elektriksiz kaldƒ±ƒüƒ± bildirildi.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). Mƒ∞T, terà∂r à∂rgàºtຠPKK/KCK'nƒ±n sà∂zde iki sorumlusunu Irak'ƒ±n kuzeyinde etkisiz hale getirdi. aa.com.tr Milli ƒ∞stihbarat Te≈ükilatƒ± (Mƒ∞T), terà∂r à∂rgàºtຠPKK/KCK iàßin bà∂lge halkƒ±ndan haraàß toplayan, à∂rgàºtàºn sà∂zde toplumsal alan sorumlularƒ± olarak faaliyet gà∂steren Caize Selber ile Emine Ula≈ü'ƒ±, Irak'ƒ±n kuzeyindeki Sàºleymaniye'de etkisiz hale getirdi.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). Mƒ∞T, terà∂r à∂rgàºtຠPKK/KCK'nƒ±n sà∂zde sorumlularƒ±ndan Caize Selber ile Emine Ula≈ü'ƒ± etkisiz hale getirdi. aa.com.tr Mƒ∞T, terà∂r à∂rgàºtຠPKK/KCK iàßin bà∂lge halkƒ±ndan haraàß toplayan, à∂rgàºtàºn sà∂zde sorumlularƒ±ndan Caize Selber ile Emine Ula≈ü'ƒ±, Irak'ƒ±n kuzeyindeki Sàºleymaniye'de etkisiz hale getirdi.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). Moldova'da halk, cumhurba≈ükanƒ± seàßiminde oy vermeye ba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr Moldova'da halk, mevcut Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Maya Sandu'nun gà∂rev sàºresinin sona ermesi nedeniyle cumhurba≈ükanƒ± seàßimi iàßin sandƒ±k ba≈üƒ±na gitti.

aa.com.tr (2024-10-20). Tàºketicileri maƒüdur eden dijital platform ve internet servis saƒülayƒ±cƒ±larƒ±na 24,2 milyon lira ceza. aa.com.tr Ticaret Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±nca, tàºketicileri maƒüdur eden dijital platform ve internet servis saƒülayƒ±cƒ±larƒ±na 24 milyon 192 bin lira para cezasƒ± verildi.

Alex de Jong (2024-10-20). Publishing a new collection of writings by Daniel Bensaïd. internationalviewpoint.org New and expanded edition of Strategies of Resistance by Daniel Bensaïd (1946 — 2010) one France's most creative Marxist philosophers. His work is now increasingly being translated and attracting global attention. | – | / |

Dave Kellaway (2024-10-20). Starmer's first hundred days. internationalviewpoint.org Dave Kellaway looks at the 12 key takeaways from the Labour government's first hundred days. | – | / |

Gauche anticapitaliste (2024-10-20). Belgium: For freedom of movement and settlement, against closed centres. internationalviewpoint.org

Gilbert Achcar (2024-10-20). Al-Aqsa Flood, the West and the Holocaust: A Conversation with Gilbert Achcar. internationalviewpoint.org

Joseph Daher (2024-10-20). Nothing Israel does will serve Syrians' struggle for freedom. internationalviewpoint.org Joseph Daher explains why celebrating Israel's assassination Hezbollah's Nasrallah is short sighted when it comes to Syrians' struggle against Assad's regime. | – | / |

Latin America Commission, New Anti-Capitalist Party (2024-10-20). University funding law: Milei's first failure? internationalviewpoint.org Last week, massive demonstrations took place throughout Argentina in defence of public universities and against President Milei's veto of a law passed by parliament to fund them. | – | / |

Marcel Sellaye (2024-10-20). Martinique: 'Our economy is based on a colonial model'. internationalviewpoint.org For the past month, the popular movement against the high cost of living in Martinique has been gathering momentum. Marcel Sellaye, an activist in the GRS (Groupe révolution socialiste) and a former leader of the Respé (Résistance ESPoir, Émancipation) list, explains the reasons for the anger and how the movement is continuing. | – | / |

Paul Martial (2024-10-20). The gold curse in Ghana. internationalviewpoint.org Demonstrations against illegal gold mining in Ghana are becoming a major political issue, highlighting the corruption of the country's ruling elites. With just two months to go before the country's presidential elections, the environmental issue is entering the debate as citizens mobilise against illegal gold mining. | – | / |

Dan La Botz (2024-10-20). The U.S. Election Too Close to Call and too Strange for Words. internationalviewpoint.org With just a little more than two weeks until the November 5 U.S. presidential election that pits vice-president Kamala Harris against former president Donald Trump, the contest remains too close to call. A variety of issues, from conspiracy theories to assassination attempts complicate the campaign and sometimes confuse and mislead both voters and poll-takers. | – | / |

Balkan Diskurs (2024-10-20). Sarajevo photographer Almin Zrno and art as an act of giving. globalvoices.org Almin Zrno does not consider photography a job, but a loveGlobal Voices Image by Almin Zrno, via Balkan Diskurs. Used with permission. | This article by Adelisa Ma≈°iƒá was originally published on Balkan Diskurs, a project of the Post-Conflict Research Ce…

Fernanda Canofre (2024-10-20). Brazilians raise debate on reducing working hours through the 'VAT movement'. globalvoices.org A city councilor was elected in Rio de Janeiro after becoming known on TikTok for pushing a discussion on reducing working hours Originally published on Rick Azevedo turned his cellphone camera on and, for one minute and seven seconds,

Chris Floyd (2024-10-20). Keir Starmer in Power. counterpunch.org Are you troubled or insane, broken down and filled with pain? Don't be a jerk; get to work! Can you no longer walk? Cannot see? Can't hear or talk? Don't be a jerk; get to work! You all must work, you see, For work will make you free; you've got to bust a gut to […] | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but can't read CP+ articles, check the status of your access In order to read CP+ article…

Pressenza Philippines (2024-10-20). The Philippines to Join the 3rd World March: A Global Call for Peace and Non-Violence. pressenza.com October 20 to 24, 2024. It's just days away. The Philippine leg of the 3rd World March for Peace and Non-violence, which is now circulating the globe, will take off. After some months of planning and working out activities by a dedicated team of peace lovers and advocates, the World March will touch Philippine shores, going to three places — Malolos in Bulacan, Baguio City and Sagada, two host destinations in the Cordillera Administrative Region. The WM base team representative in the person of Wilfredo Alfsen is coming all the way from Chile to take part. | After the 1st World March in 2009 during which th…

TASS (2024-10-20). Netanyahu accuses 'Iran's proxy' of trying to assassinate him in drone attack. tass.com On Saturday, a drone was launched toward Netanyahu's home in Caesarea…

TASS (2024-10-20). Vucic thanks Putin for Moscow's principled position on Kosovo. tass.com Aleksandar Vucic thanked Vladimir Putin for Russia's principled position on issues of Serbia's territorial integrity…

TASS (2024-10-20). Putin, Vucic set to continue cooperation between Russia, Serbia — Kremlin. tass.com The leaders agreed to continue maintaining personal communication…

TASS (2024-10-20). UAE president sees good prospects for cooperation with Russia. tass.com "You mentioned that trade between our countries in recent time has reached a level we wanted. But mu visit to Russia proves that much is yet ahead," he said at a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin…

TASS (2024-10-20). Over 100 Hezbollah targets struck by Israel in Lebanon in past day. tass.com According to the IDF, the Israeli military eliminated several Hezbollah militants, spotted and destroyed a great number of Hezbollah weapons, including missile launchers used to shell Israel…

TASS (2024-10-20). Vucic describes his phone call with Putin as conversation of two friends. tass.com He also said that during the phone call with Putin they "exchanged views on all of the major bilateral issues, including economic"

TASS (2024-10-20). UAE president arrives in Moscow to meet with Putin — agency. tass.com Later in the day, the two presidents will meet in an informal atmosphere…

TASS (2024-10-20). BRICS considering 15 countries as its potential partners — BRICS aide. tass.com "It would be illogical to admit so many countries at once, because it would no longer be am association but rather an amorphous structure, which would be unable to work," he said in an interview with Russian TV Channel One…

TASS (2024-10-20). Death toll from Israeli strikes on Gaza Strip exceeds 42,600 — health ministry. tass.com As many as 158 civilians received wounds during the past day…

TASS (2024-10-20). Moldova's Social Party calls for balanced relations with EU, Russia — ex-President Dodon. tass.com He rejected allegations that his party is seeking termination of talks on Moldova's European Union membership…

TASS (2024-10-20). Putin, Vucic exchange congratulation on 80th anniversary of Belgrade's liberation in WWII. tass.com The leaders exchanged congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Belgrade from Nazi invaders…

TASS (2024-10-20). Blowing up roads in DPRK is republic's internal affair, says Pyongyang. tass.com "Whether we dismantle roads and railway facilities or newly build them in the territory where the sovereignty of the DPRK is exercised, it pertains to the DPRK's sovereign right from A to Z and it is not a matter to be meddled in by the UN secretary-general," Kim Son Gyong stressed…

TASS (2024-10-20). Brazil, India, Africa should become permanent members of UN Security Council — Lavrov. tass.com "This is necessary to ensure representativeness, representation of the global majority," the Russian Foreign Minister said…

TASS (2024-10-20). Israeli Air Force strikes Hezbollah intelligence headquarters in Beirut. tass.com "Before the strike, numerous measures were taken to reduce the risk of harm to the civilian population, including early warning of the population in the area," the press service noted…

TASS (2024-10-20). Rescuers found body of fifth victim of gas blast in Tambov region — Emergencies Ministry. tass.com A household gas explosion rocked an apartment building in the town of Kirsanov…

TASS (2024-10-20). Presidential candidate reports violations at elections, referendum in Moldova. tass.com Observers received more than 170 reports of violations in the first two hours, 34 of which were verified and confirmed…

TASS (2024-10-20). Voting in presidential elections, referendum in Moldova starts without incidents — CEC. tass.com There are 11 candidates running for president, including the incumbent head of the republic, Maia Sandu…

TASS (2024-10-20). Russia says comms unit of Airborne Force helps seamless operations in Zaporozhye Region. tass.com Modern wearable communication systems are widely used at forward positions, allowing satellite radio communication with command points," the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement…

TASS (2024-10-20). Libyan national detained in Germany on suspicion of plotting attack on Israeli embassy. tass.com Investigators said they believe the man is a supporter of the Islamic State group (banned in Russia)…

TASS (2024-10-20). Three killed, 8 wounded by gunfire as people celebrated football win in Mississippi. tass.com The shooting took place in Holmes County on Saturday when a group of 200 to 300 people were celebrating outdoors, according to The Associated Press…

TASS (2024-10-20). X continues to limit accounts after purchase by Musk — Russian diplomat. tass.com Mikhail Ulyanov was responding to Musk's post inviting users to share their impressions of the social media platform since he bought it…

TASS (2024-10-20). Israeli Air Forces carry out 175 strikes on Gaza, Lebanon — IDF. tass.com "Among the hit targets were weapons storage sites, launch sites and terrorist infrastructure of the Hamas and Hezbollah terrorist organizations," the Israeli Defense Forces press service reported…

TASS (2024-10-20). Presidential candidate reports violations at elections, referendum in Moldova. tass.com "We have been informed that in a number of hospitals and clinics, medical personnel are collecting ballots from patients en masse," candidate Vasile Tarlev said…

ptcnews.tv (2024-10-20). Israel strikes Beirut and Gaza following 'assassination' attempt on Netanyahu. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: On Saturday, Israel launched airstrikes targeting Hezbollah's arms facilities in Beirut and Hamas installations in Gaza, following an assassination attempt involving a drone aimed at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence.

ptcnews.tv (2024-10-20). Israel releases new footage of former Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar prior to October 7 attack. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Israeli military has released newly uncovered footage of former Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, recorded just before the deadly October 7, 2023, attack on Israel that led to a full-scale war between Israel and Hamas. Sinwar, who masterminded the assault that claimed the lives of over 1,200 Israeli civilians, was seen in the video preparing for the event.

Staff (2024-10-20). Netanyahu claims Hezbollah tried to assassinate him. rt.com The Israeli leader has sent a strongly worded warning to Iran and "its proxies" following a drone attack on his home | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the Iranian-backed armed group Hezbollah of attempting to kill him and his wife after his vacation home was targeted by a drone launched from Lebanon. | On Saturday morning, three UAVs loaded with explosives were spotted flying towards the coastal town of Caesarea in northern Israel. Two drones were intercepted by the Israel Defense Force (IDF), while a third one exploded near the PM's private residence. Netanyahu and his wife were not home…

Staff (2024-10-20). Tigers vs tribals: Why are thousands of villagers up in arms against endangered species? rt.com India's tiger conservation authority has ordered the eviction of 64,000 tribal families from their land to make way for reserves | Prioritizing the conservation of tigers over the rights of tribal and forest-dwelling communities in India, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) earlier this year ordered the relocation of over 64,000 families in This has sparked a nationwide debate between the NTCA and activists working on tribal rights in India, as it violates several…

Staff (2024-10-20). Secret US intelligence files on Israel leaked — CNN. rt.com The documents posted to Telegram describe IDF's alleged preparations to strike Iran | The US has launched an investigation after its highly classified intelligence reports about Israel's preparations for possible strikes on Iran were leaked online, CNN reported on Saturday, citing three people familiar with the matter. | The apparent security breach occurred amid unprecedented tensions between Israel and Iran as the Jewish state had vowed to respond to a barrage of missiles fired by Tehran in the beginning this month. | On Friday, two documents were posted to the anonymous Telegram channel Middle East Spectato…

Staff (2024-10-20). Hamas leader's death provides opportunity for ceasefire — Harris. rt.com The US Democratic candidate believes Israel's killing of Yahya Sinwar could pave the way to ending the Gaza conflict | The killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israel has created an "opening" for ending the war in Gaza, US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has claimed. | Sinwar, who assumed full leadership of the Palestinian militant group in August, was assassinated by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) earlier this week in southern Gaza. Hamas officially confirmed his death on Friday. He was widely regarded as the key architect of the surprise attack on Israel on October 7, 2…

albawaba (2024-10-20). Boeing proposes 35% pay increase to end ongoing workers' strike. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Members of the union that represents Boeing's striking repair technicians will cast their votes on a new contract proposal coming Wednesday, the union said on Saturday. The deal, which includes a four-year, 35% pay hike, attempts to put an end to a walkout that has lasted more than a month.The strike began on September 13 and has affected some 33,000 union workers, mostly in Washington state and other parts of the U.S. West Coast. Production of the 767 and 777 wide-body aircraft, as well as Boeing's best-selling 737 Max model, has been hampered by the work stoppage.A $7,000 signing bonus, the reinstate…

albawaba (2024-10-20). How Hande Eràßel, Fahriye Evcen, Beren Saat, and Meryem Uzerli are raking in millions in just 15 seconds. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hande Eràßel, Gà∂kàße Bahadƒ±r, Fahriye Evcen, and Beren Saat make a fortune in under 15 seconds.The current season of the show has revealed the salaries of prominent individuals for each episode. Celebrities that earn between 1 and 2 million TL per episode make a fortune on social media. The Instagram profits of Hande Eràßel, Gà∂kàße Bahadƒ±r, Fahriye Evcen, Beren Saat, and Meryem Uzerli were astounding.Famous female stars, who attract attention with their success and attractiveness in the plays they appear in, are actually generating a fortune…

albawaba (2024-10-20). Real Madrid regrets signing Kylian Mbappé amid performance decline. albawaba.com

albawaba (2024-10-20). Erdoƒüan and Scholz clash over Israel's actions in Gaza during diplomatic meeting. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – At a news conference on Saturday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan blasted Israeli operations in Gaza, calling the deaths of 50,000 Palestinians "unacceptable and unjustifiable." He urged the world community to encourage Tel Aviv to cease its attacks immediately.Erdoƒüan and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticized praise for Israel's military operations, stating that "the response to the killing of 50,000 citizens and the wounding of over 100,000 others should not be to commend the use of F-35 and F-16 aircraft against civilians." Stopping violence was his priority.During th…

albawaba (2024-10-20). Israeli army releases footage of forcing Palestinians toward bombing zones. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Palestinians were forced to evacuate the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, which has been under siege for 15 days, according to horrific Israeli military footage. Israel is increasing its military activities in the area.An Israeli army spokeswoman said the tape was taken 48 hours after communications were cut and air and ground attacks increased. Palestinian men of all ages stand beside tanks in the wreckage of damaged houses, with overhead shots showing groups of Palestinians approaching with their hands outstretched in surrender.Israeli military have raided Palestinian houses, forcing inha…

albawaba (2024-10-20). Washington links October 7 cyber attacks to Anonymous Sudan founders after arrest. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The U.S. Department of Justice accused two Sudanese brothers for computer intrusions that disrupted Israeli alarm systems during the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation on October 7, 2023. Ahmed Youssef Omar (22) and Alaa Youssef Omar (27), brothers, are accused of leading the world's most dangerous hacking group, "Anonymous Sudan," according to The New York Times and Yedioth Ahronoth.The brothers' computer attack crippled Israel's early warning and Iron Dome defensive systems as Palestinian resistance fighters from Gaza conducted a large-scale assault, according to the indictment. A few minutes after Hamas pene…

albawaba (2024-10-20). Liverpool vs Chelsea predicted lineups – Premier League 2024-25. albawaba.com Premier League heavyweights Liverpool and Chelsea are set to face off at Anfield in what should be a thrilling encounter on Sunday.Match date: Sunday, 20 October | Kick-off time: 15: 30 (GMT) | Venue: Anfield StadiumLiverpool vs. Chelsea predicted lineups: Liverpool possible XlCaoimhin Kelleher; Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil Van Dijk, Andrew Robertson; Curtis Jones, Ryan Gravenberch; Mohamed Salah, Dominik Szoboszlai, Cody Gakpo; Diogo JotaChelsea possible XlRobert Sanchez; Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi, Levi Colwill, Renato Veiga; Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez; Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Jadon…

albawaba (2024-10-20). Wolverhampton vs Manchester City predicted lineups – Premier League 2024-25. albawaba.com Manchester City travel to take on Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Molineux Stadium in the Premier League on Sunday.Match date: Sunday, 20 October | Kick-off time: 13: 00 (GMT) | Venue: Molineux StadiumWolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City predicted lineups: Wolves possible XlSam Johnstone; Nelson Semedo, Santiago Bueno, Toti, Rayan Ait-Nouri; Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Mario Lemina, Andre, Gomes, Matheus Cunha; Jorgen Strand Larsen Man City possible XlEderson Moraes; Rico Lewis, Manuel Akanji, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol; Mateo Kovacic, Ilkay Gundogan; Bernardo Silva, Phil Foden, Jeremy Doku; Erling Haaland…

Ahilan Kadirgamar (2024-10-20). Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org

Balasingham Skanthakumar (2024-10-20). Comrade President? Change and Continuity in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org

CADTM Belgique, Maxime Perriot (2024-10-20). Unprecedented since 2019: over 200 people joined the CADTM Autumn Meetings. cadtm.org

CADTM International, Pablo Laixhay (2024-10-20). CADTM International Council | Day 1 | The polycrisis of capitalism. cadtm.org

CADTM International (2024-10-20). 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 (2024-10-20). Measuring global poverty. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-10-20). PRC 75 today . cadtm.org

Patrick Bond (2024-10-20). Rising dangers of imperial+sub-imperial partnering. cadtm.org Following the Johannesburg BRICS summit in August 2023, the new 'BRICS+' — whose leadership will be hosted by Vladimir Putin in Kazan from October 22-24 — now consist of not only Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, but also Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates — with Saudi Arabia potentially joining before 2024 ends, in the event Donald Trump is not elected U.S. President on November 5.
| And on November 18-19 in Rio de Janeiro, Inácio Lula da Silva will welcome leaders of (…) | – | /…

Patrick Bond (2024-10-20). 'The Blessing' for genocide. cadtm.org

Zachary J. Patterson (2024-10-20). The Kenyan Uprising. cadtm.org

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). Heavy rain causes floods in northern Thailand's Lampang province. presstv.ir Heavy rain triggered floods in Thailand's Lampang province.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). Flames, smoke across southern Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes. presstv.ir Israeli warplanes conducted large-scale strikes on Hezbollah targets.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). 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 (2024-10-20). 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 (2024-10-20). Thousands gather for Gaza in Istanbul on conflict anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands gather in Istanbul in solidarity with the Palestinian people.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). The world is still silent, say Britons on anniversary of Gaza war. presstv.ir Britons marked one year since Israel's bombardment in response to the October 7 attacks by Hamas.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). 'You cannot be neutral in a genocide', Greta Thunberg joins pro-Palestine rally in Milan. presstv.ir Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg participated in a pro-Palestinian rally in Milan to show solidarity with Palestinians.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). China orders military to enhance war readiness. presstv.ir China's President Xi Jinping orders the country's military to enhance its war readiness and combat capabilities.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). 53 Israeli forces injured amid resistance groups' retaliation in 24 hrs. presstv.ir The Israeli military admits that as many as 53 Israeli forces have been injured amid resistance retaliatory operations within just 24 hours.

presstv.ir (2024-10-20). Saudi media regulatory summons MBC officials after insult to resistance leaders. presstv.ir Saudi Arabia's media regulatory body summoned officials from private broadcaster MBC following the airing of a report that was offensive to the martyred leaders and commanders of resistance groups in the region.

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2024-10-20). Labour can't afford complacency about the ethnic minority vote. leftfootforward.org The continuing tragedy of the Middle East will continue to sap support for Starmer unless and until his policies become braver and more decisive.

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2024-10-20). Upstaged by a parody and outsold by a gut health guide: Boris Johnson's Unleashed gets off to a shaky start. leftfootforward.org 'Clearly, people are more interested in their grub and cartoon penguins than they are in reliving Johnson's political blundering.'

Marwa Osman (2024-10-20). Hezbollah vs. Zionists: Reality unveiled. thealtworld.com Hezbollah's recent strike on the covert Golani Brigade headquarters in Haifa has raised questions about the group's intelligence and surveillance capabilities. | The operation's precision has exposed vulnerabilities in Zionist Israel's security apparatus. Tonight, we explore how Hezbollah's strategies are redefining the balance of power in this ongoing conflict. | Meanwhile, in recent days, Hezbollah has escalated its military engagements, launching significant rocket attacks on key Israeli entity cities and directly confronting enemy troops. | This surge in hostilities has resulted in heavy casualties for the Is…

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-10-20). This Mass Atrocity Is Made Possible By The Systematic Dehumanization Of Palestinians. thealtworld.com Oxfam "Despite prior coordination with Israeli authorities their clearly-marked vehicle was bombed," Oxfam says. | It's gotten to the point where the only advantage to sharing your coordinates with the IDF as an aid worker in Gaza is that it will allow the historical records to show that they knew exactly what they were doing when they used those coordinates to kill you. | Israeli forces f…

newarab (2024-10-20). UK police raid home of Electronic Intifada journalist. newarab.com The

ecns.cn (2024-10-20). (W.E.Talk) Danilo Tàºrk: I believe that the civilizations must and will cooperate. ecns.cn "I believe that the theory of 'clash of civilizations', which was proposed for discussion some 30 years ago, has serious flaws. Because there is no inevitability." During the forum, Danilo Tàºrk, President of the World Leadership Alliance – Club de Madrid, former President of Slovenia, former President of the UN Security Council and Assistant Secretary-General, pointed out in an exclusive interview with the "W. E. Talk" by China News Service that "clash of civilization" was a real historic phenomenon and problem, but not destiny indeed.

ecns.cn (2024-10-20). Xi congratulates Prabowo Subianto on assuming presidency of Indonesia. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to Prabowo Subianto on assuming the presidency of Indonesia.

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Travis Ross (2024-10-20). Canada's 'Feminist Foreign Policy' Backs Haitian Imperialist Feminism. orinocotribune.com

Ali Salam (2024-10-20). Israeli Forces Kill a Palestinian Near Ramallah. imemc.org Israeli police shot and killed a Palestinian young man, on Saturday, after he carried out a car-ramming attack at the entrance to the illegal "Ofra" colony, north of Ramallah in the central occupied West Bank. Media sources said that the young man, Yousef Ahmed Adnan Taha, 27, a resident of Nablus, was shot dead by …

IMEMC News (2024-10-20). Soldiers Kill A Palestinian Near Tulkarem. imemc.org On Saturday night, Israeli soldiers killed a young man after ramming him with their jeeps near Tulkarem, in the occupied West Bank's northwestern part. Eyewitnesses said the soldiers rammed the young man, Karim Emad Mizyed, 27, with their jeep when they invaded Anabta town, east of Tulkarem. They added that Karim was riding his motorcycle …

Staff (2024-10-20). Gaza Day 380: Israeli Bombardment Continues; Hospitals Surrounded by Tanks. imemc.org On Sunday, October 20th 2024, day 280 of the ongoing Israeli genocide of the people of the Gaza Strip, Israeli forces continued their relentless bombardment and siege on the Gaza Strip. Five Palestinians were injured before dawn on Sunday when the Israeli occupation forces bombed a tent sheltering displaced people in Deir al-Balah city in …

newarab (2024-10-20). Drone launched from Lebanon toward Netanyahu residence in Israel. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-20). Baby dies at besieged Syrian Rukban camp amid lack of aid. newarab.com A two-month-old baby died on Friday at The camp has been It is currentl…

newarab (2024-10-20). Biden has 'good idea' of when Israel will respond to Iran attack. newarab.com US President Biden declined to share any details on what the Israeli response may entail when pressed by the media, though his responses suggested the US has an idea of what the nature of the response wil…

newarab (2024-10-20). Early voting ends in Iraqi Kurdistan amid irregularity claims. newarab.com Early voting in the Preliminary results are expected to be announced within 24 hours, marking a critical milestone after months of

newarab (2024-10-20). Egypt raises gasoline, diesel prices for third time this year. newarab.com Diesel and gasoline prices will increase by between 11% to 17% effective immediately, the government said. | "The state will c…

newarab (2024-10-20). Egyptian and Iranian officials meet, discuss regional tensions. newarab.com According to The New Arab's Arabic language sister site , Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, some of the key issues discussed included Israel's war on Gaza and Lebanon and tensions in the Red Sea as well as the prospect of restoring relati…

newarab (2024-10-20). Hamas likely to name leader from outside Gaza after Sinwar death. newarab.com The Palestinian militant group Hamas will likely replace In its leadership deliberations, Hamas must consider not only t…

newarab (2024-10-20). Iraqi protesters storm, wreck office of Saudi-owned MBC channel. newarab.com Between 400 and 500 people attacked the Baghdad studios of

newarab (2024-10-20). Israel strikes hospital killing 33, bans NGOs from entering Gaza. newarab.com An Medics said that at least 21 women and children were among the dead, adding that the Israeli army surrounded the hospital and cut off its electricity supply. | According to the Palestinian Wafa n…

newarab (2024-10-20). Is Israel using uranium, cluster munition in attacks on Lebanon. newarab.com Lebanese investigators and international law experts have accused Israel of using unconventional weapons, such as depleted uranium, in its recent wave of Lebanon's Atomic Energy Commission said it was investigating Israel's use of depleted uranium in its weapons, such as phosphorus bombs, smart guided bombs, and, lately, bunker-buster bombs, particularly in its air strikes on the Lebanese capital Beirut over the past three weeks. | The intensity of the explosions, particularly in B…

newarab (2024-10-20). Israeli forces kill 73 in Beit Lahia, raid south of Gaza City. newarab.com Israeli forces have bombed residential areas of Beit Lahia, killing at least 73 people, the Gaza government media office has said. | Local sources told The New Arab's Arabic-language service that buildings collapsed while residents were still inside. | Earlier on Saturday, Israeli forces attacked one of the key medical facilities in northern Gaza, the The facility's director, Marwan Sultan, said: "Israeli tanks have completely surrounded the hospital, cut off electricity and shelled the…

newarab (2024-10-20). Israeli forces kill 73 Palestinians in Gaza's Beit Lahia. newarab.com An Israeli air strike on a residential area killed at least 73 Palestinians in "Our civil defence crews recovered 73 martyrs and a large number of wounded as a result of the Israeli air force targeting a residential area… in Beit Lahia in northern Gaza," Mahmud Bassal, spokesman for the civil defence agency told AFP. | "There are still martyrs under the rubble," he added. | Bassal said residences of several families had been hit in the strike,…

newarab (2024-10-20). Israeli strikes kill 32 in Gaza, siege around hospitals tightens. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-20). Lebanese PM says he rejects Iranian interference. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-20). Lebanon: 2 killed in Israeli strike on Jounieh, north of Beirut. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-20). Over 400 killed in north Gaza in two weeks of Israel's offensive. newarab.com Gaza's civil defence agency said on Saturday more than The military launched a sweeping air and ground assault targeting northern Gaza on October 6. Since then, it has tightened its "We have recovered mo…

newarab (2024-10-20). PLO mourns Hamas's Yahya Sinwar, calls for national unity. newarab.com The The PLO's executive committee sent its condolences to Hamas leaders and Sinwar's family, calling for unity to "thwart the Israeli plan aimed at displacing our people from their homeland, whether in Gaza or the West Bank". | The PLO is an umbrella organisati…

newarab (2024-10-20). Scholz discusses Mideast crisis, migrants with Erdogan in Turkey. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-20). States helping Israel's occupation may be 'complicit': UN. newarab.com Countries enabling Israel's "unlawful occupation" of the "Israel's internationally wrongful acts give rise to state responsibility, not only for Israel, but for all states," said Navi Pillay, head of the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry. | The commission has published a new legal position paper spelling out specific action…

newarab (2024-10-20). UN expert accuses Israel, West of speech breaches amid Gaza war. newarab.com "No conflict in recent times has threate…

newarab (2024-10-20). US, Germany, UK, France see immediate necessity to end Gaza war. newarab.com Biden, Olaf Scholz,

newarab (2024-10-20). Western nations urge Sudan warring sides to let in aid. newarab.com

newarab (2024-10-20). Who was Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' latest leader killed by Israel. newarab.com On Friday, Israel had announced his death on Thursday, but the Palestinian group did "We mourn the great leader, the martyred…

newarab (2024-10-20). Killing the words of Gaza: Why Israel targets writers & teachers. newarab.com Palestinians have a deep-rooted love for learning, research, and profound respect for knowledge. Long before Zionists turned their attention — and later their weapons — toward Palestine, Palestinians have had a long cultural and educational tradition dating back to antiquity, as scholar Nur Masalha demonstrates in his

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-20). Corruption at the European Commission: Ursula von der Leyen, Pfizer and McKinsey. expose-news.com You may wonder what Ursula von der Leyen, management consulting company McKinsey and pharmaceutical giant Pfizer have in common. The answer is: Corruption. Utmost corruption. Madame Von der Leyen, the unelected President of …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-20). Canada: Euthanasia on demand; doctors licensed to kill. expose-news.com As Canada expands its euthanasia regime, vulnerable people like the homeless, obese and grieving are increasingly offered assisted suicide, countering claims that "safeguards" ensure the protocol remains limited in its scope. Canada …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-10-20). Two nefarious organisations are attempting to shape how Ofcom regulates "disinformation" under the Online Safety Act. expose-news.com On Wednesday, UK's Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Peter Kyle wrote to Ofcom asking for "key components" of the Online Safety Act to be implemented as a matter of urgency. …

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2024-10-20). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years ago in 2003.

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2024-10-20). Twenty-six Things About the Islamic State (ISIS-ISIL-Daesh) that the U.S. Government Does Not Want You to Know About. globalresearch.ca The US led war against the Islamic State is a big lie. Going after "Islamic terrorists" is used to justify a military agenda. The Islamic State is a creation of US intelligence. Washington's "Counter-terrorism Agenda" in Iraq & Syria consists in Supporting the Terrorists.

James Wright (2024-10-20). Clive Lewis's water bill should have been front-page news this week. thecanary.co Labour Party MP Clive Lewis has brought a private members' bill to the Commons that seeks to solve the issues with our water system. Rather than boardrooms, citizens' assemblies would control the fate of our water utilities. Lewis and those backing the bill argue the current corporate shareholder system of water ownership is not "fit […] | By

John Shafthauer (2024-10-20). No, Laura Kuenssberg's interview with Wes Streeting was not 'BBC bias'. thecanary.co On Sunday 20 October, the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg interviewed health secretary Wes Streeting. To many, it was a textbook example of 'BBC bias' in which Kuenssberg asked Streeting the hard questions she never asked the Tories: Sunday morning Wes Streeting trying to provide updates on progress and plans for Healthcare Laura Kuenssberg demanding to know […] | By

Rachael Swindon (2024-10-20). #SwindonsSundaySermon: Starmer's gonna cut, cut, cut, cut cut (hoo-hoo-hoo). thecanary.co Look. I know you few remaining Keir Starmer loyalists (think of a fly's close relationship with a turd) don't want to talk about their ennobled no-balls, all-cuts leader and the freebie furore. So the best thing you can try to do is get your own ____ing column in some shit Tory rag, like the Daily […] | By

The Canary (2024-10-20). Butterfly Conservation has some scarily fun activities for the kids this half term. thecanary.co Need some inspiration for half term activities? Embrace spooky season with Butterfly Conservation's top five weird, wild, and wonderful things to do this October half term. 1. Spooky half term activities: carve a butterfly or moth pumpkin Get ready for spooky season by carving a butterfly-or moth-inspired pumpkin as half term activities. Simply head over […] | By

Agence France-Presse (2024-10-20). Israel PM Netanyahu says Hezbollah will pay heavy price for trying to kill him with drone. scmp.com The prime minister says the attack on his family home in Caesarea was a 'grave mistake'.

James Alexander (2024-10-20). Reversing the United Kingdom's Death Spiral. dailysceptic.org Politics professor James Alexander reviews Return to Growth by Jon Moynihan and finds its argument unanswerable. If we don't cut taxes, slash red tape and reduce the size of the state, Britain is heading for bankruptcy.

Peter Baldwin (2024-10-20). Hamas, Hezbollah and the Moral Corruption of the Left. dailysceptic.org Former Australian politician Peter Baldwin tries to fathom why so many on the Left have taken the side of Hamas and Hezbollah — reactionary, anti-Semitic, religious organisation opposed to gay rights and women's rights.

Robert Kogon (2024-10-20). Hidden Minutes From January 2020 Show Germany's Link to Wuhan. dailysceptic.org Robert Kogon uncovers a hidden set of January 2020 minutes that underlines the strong links between Germany's public healthy authority and the Wuhan Institute of Virology.

Toby Young (2024-10-20). Labour Gender Therapy Plans "Risk Criminalising Parents Who Don't Want Children to Transition" dailysceptic.org A cross-party group of MPs and peers, as well as psychiatrists, psychologists, doctors and consultants has written to the Prime Minister to express their "grave concerns" about his proposal to ban "conversion practices".

_____ (2024-10-20). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour

_____ (2024-10-20). 4 Nigerian journalists face fresh charges over report tying bank CEO to fraud claims. CPJ Staff

_____ (2024-10-20). CPJ, partners call for transparency as exiled Syrian journalist applies for UK citizenship. CPJ Staff

_____ (2024-10-20). CPJ joins call for Turkey to restore Aà߃±k Radyo's broadcast license. CPJ Staff

_____ (2024-10-20). Saudi Arabia sentences cartoonist Mohammed al-Ghamdi to 23 years. CPJ Staff

_____ (2024-10-20). CPJ, partners demand a fair hearing for Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora. CPJ Staff

_____ (2024-10-20). Assailants shoot at El Debate newspaper office in Mexico. CPJ Staff

_____ (2024-10-20). Zambian journalist Thomas Zgambo arrested for 3rd time in a year. CPJ Staff

A a (2024-10-20). America is falling apart. Our National Priorities are in dire need of restructuring. strategic-culture.su By John & Nisha WHITEHEAD | ‚ùóÔ∏èJoin us on , , and . | Contact us: "You don't need a weatherman to know whic…

Andrea GIORGETTA (2024-10-20). Laos: Report on the human rights situation for the Universal Periodic Review. fidh.org

Bloomberg (2024-10-20). As global debt nears US$100 trillion, IMF urges action. scmp.com International Monetary Fund economists warn that failure to address rising debt could lead to 'significant spillovers' for the world economy.

Boris Kagarlitsky (2024-10-20). Boris Kagarlitsky: The ordinary Russian citizen and the question of power. links.org.au In this new article sent from the penal colony where he is currently serving a 5-year sentence for "justification of terrorism," Boris Kagarlitsky analyses the relationship between ordinary Russian citizens (men and women) and the state.

Business Insider (2024-10-20). Files said to show US intel on Israel's Iran retaliation plans leaked online. scmp.com The region is bracing for an expected Israeli response to a barrage of missiles fired at it by Iran on October 1.

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Hau-wai (2024-10-20). Rebuilding Hong Kong's democratic movements in retreat: A response to Zi‚Äëyuet. links.org.au Hau-wai critically engages with Zi-yuet's call for rebuilding Hong Kong's democratic movements.

Hugo GABBERO (2024-10-20). India : The Observatory mourns the death of G.N. Saibaba. fidh.org

John Longhurst (2024-10-20). Twist of fate thwarts dream to wear the Baggy Green. independentaustralia.net

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-20). 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 (2024-10-20). 2024 World day against the death penalty. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-20). A year on in Gaza, the horrors must stop. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-20). October 7th anniversary: "I don't think anyone considered something so horrific could happen". fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-20). Syria: French national Sabri Essid to stand trial for genocide and crimes against humanity. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-10-20). Tunisia : Kais Saied re-elected – the hopes of the democratic transition fade. fidh.org

Mohamed Duar (2024-10-20). Palestinians in a constant state of mourning as second Nakba unfolds. independentaustralia.net

Raphaël Lopoukhine (2024-10-20). United Nations Human Rights Council 57th session. fidh.org

Reuters (2024-10-20). Israel drops leaflets over Gaza showing Yahya Sinwar's body and message to Hamas. scmp.com The move came the same day dozens of Palestinians, including many women and children, were killed by Israeli strikes in Beit Lahiya town.

Reuters (2024-10-20). Elon Musk gives away US$1 million per day to free speech, gun rights petitioners. scmp.com 'Anyway, you're welcome', the billionaire told the man who got the first cheque at an event in Pennsylvania rallying support for Trump.

Roger Chao (2024-10-20). POEM: The Holy Creed of Carbonus Rex. independentaustralia.net

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). PTI to boycott voting process for constitutional amendment. gnnhd.tv Decision was made in political committee meeting of the party…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). New Zealand beats India in 1st Test after 36 years. gnnhd.tv Kiwis got off to a wobbly start when play began after a rain delay…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). NA, Senate session today with final draft of constitutional amendment on card. gnnhd.tv Sessions of both houses were held on Saturday night but postponed…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). Israel hits Beirut and Gaza after rockets strikes Israel's north. gnnhd.tv Israeli bombardments had killed more than 100 people across the coastal enclave…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). Elon Musk to award $1 million each day to a signer of his petition. gnnhd.tv The winner was a man named John Dreher, according to event staff…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). Eutelsat uses SpaceX rocket to launch first satellites after merger. gnnhd.tv Eutelsat counts telecom operators such as France's Orange and Australia's Telstra…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). Strict measures during constitutional amendment in Parliament. gnnhd.tv Guests and recording videos in the press gallery is also prohibited…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). FIA arrest suspect with fake US travel documents. gnnhd.tv The action was taken upon the request of the US Consulate…

Samiullah Farid (2024-10-20). Federal Cabinet approves draft of 26th constitutional amendment. gnnhd.tv Draft is likely to be presented first in the Senate session…

Shanshan Li (2024-10-20). How Harris and Trump will seek to preserve US dollar hegemony. scmp.com While Democrats and Republicans aim to maintain core US interests, their plans could produce wildly different economic outcomes.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Brazil, Russia Discuss Trade, Payment Systems at Moscow BRICS Business Council – Official. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russia and Brazil have discussed a wide range of issues, including bilateral trade, fertilizer, tariffs and alternative payment systems at the BRICS Business Council in Moscow, Bruno Ferla, a representative of the chairman of the Brazilian Chapter of the BRICS Business Council, told Sputnik.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). France Struggles to Contain Martinique Protests as Price-Cutting Deal Falls Short. sputnikglobe.com Thousands of residents of the French overseas territory of Martinique in the Caribbean have taken to the streets in the administrative center of Fort-de-France to protest the high cost of living, media has reported.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Hamas Will Not Cease Activities After Sinwar's Death, Iranian Foreign Minister Believes. sputnikglobe.com ISTANBUL (Sputnik) – The murder of Hamas political chief Yahya Sinwar will not be a reason for the Palestinian movement to cease its activities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi believes.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Indonesia's New President Prabowo Subianto Inaugurated at Ceremony in Jakarta. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Indonesia's new President Prabowo Subianto has officially taken office at a ceremonial inauguration in Jakarta, a Sputnik correspondent reports.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Israeli Air Force Launches 2 Strikes Near Hospital in Southern Suburbs of Beirut – Reports. sputnikglobe.com BEIRUT (Sputnik) – The Israeli Air Force has launched two strikes on the Haret Hreik municipality near the Bahman Hospital in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanese media reported on Sunday.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Millions of Cubans Remain Without Power After Grid Failure. sputnikglobe.com HAVANA (Sputnik) – Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel told a meeting with energy workers that the crisis was caused by objective problems with fuel, financing and power generation capacity, while acknowledging that many saw mismanagement as the cause.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). New Development Bank Can Offer 'Tremendous Opportunities' for BRICS Economies. sputnikglobe.com The NDB, established in 2014, aims to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in BRICS and other emerging markets and developing countries through the provision of loans, guarantees, and other financial instruments.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Trump Says Harris Threatens US Democracy. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Harris became a presidential candidate after Biden's failure in the debate with Trump. The party approved the replacement nominee in a semi-closed session, confirming it at the convention. The US presidential election will take place on November 5.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). US Probing Intelligence Leak on Israel's Preparations to Attack Iran – Reports. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The United States is investigating a leak of its top-secret intelligence on Israel's preparations to strike Iran, which includes Israeli Air Force exercises using air-to-ground missiles, CNN reported citing three people familiar with the situation.

The Media Line Staff (2024-10-20). Pioneering Holocaust Scholar Yehuda Bauer Dies at 98. themedialine.org

The Star (2024-10-20). Malaysia joins Hamas in mourning Yahya Sinwar's death, PM Anwar says. scmp.com 'Malaysia mourns the loss of a warrior and defender of the Palestinian people', the Malaysian prime minister said of the late Hamas chief.

Web Desk (2024-10-20). Zens' new Qi2 charger is about as close as you get to plugging your phone directly into a wall. gnnhd.tv The Zens Wireless Charging Adapter is a €49.99 Qi2 pad for iPhones that plugs into a standard EU outlet and can charge a second device via USB-C cable.

Web Desk (2024-10-20). Bennett, who led Virginia to '19 title, to retire. gnnhd.tv Tony Bennett, 55, posted a 364-136 record at Virginia, guiding the program to a national title in 2019, as well as two ACC tournament titles.

Web Desk (2024-10-20). The entire Texas government is fighting over whether to save a man's life. gnnhd.tv On Thursday night, the Texas Supreme Court handed down an extraordinary order saving Robert Roberson from execution — but potentially not for very long. Roberson was convicted in 2003 of murdering his daughter on the theory that she died of "shaken baby syndr…

Web Desk (2024-10-20). The "dirty side" of a hurricane, explained. gnnhd.tv The "dirty side" of a hurricane refers to the part of the storm that usually brings the highest impacts: the greatest winds, greatest tornado risk, and greatest storm surge and flooding. In the case of Atlantic hurricanes, which rotate counterclockwise, the "…

Staff (2024-10-20). IDF rebuffs Hamas claims 80 killed in northern Gaza strike; Drone intercepted over sea in Haifa. haaretz.com Hamas says 80 killed, dozens wounded in Israeli strike in northern Gaza; IDF says numbers exaggerated ‚ñ IDF intercepts drone over sea in Haifa; Iraqi militia claims it launched drone that IDF says hit Golan Heights ‚ñ Lebanese report: Israel struck Beirut's Dahiyeh…

Adi Hashmonai (2024-10-20). 'A decade later, the strategy is the same, the PM is unchanged, and the hostages are still in Gaza'. haaretz.com Aviram Shaul, whose brother Oron has been held by Hamas in Gaza since he was killed death in 2014, says he's accustomed to hearing reasons why a deal can't happen, but never why it can. He stresses, 'No strategic asset is more important than the hostages'…

Sheren Falah Saab (2024-10-20). Gazans divided after Hamas chief Sinwar's death, hoping for leader who'll end suffering. haaretz.com Hamas' opponents blame Sinwar for inviting Gaza's catastrophe, while his supporters say the video of his death has only reinforced his reputation as a 'hero.' From her tent camp, one mother says, 'It's hard to say whether people are happy or saddened by Sinwar's death'…

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Tom Hazeldine: Neo-Labourism in the Saddle. newleftreview.org Still lagging its G7 peers in recovery from the 2008 crisis, and faced with the impasse of Brexit, Britain is haunted again by the spectre of decline. As Labour returns to office, tight-lipped about its plans, Tom Hazeldine analyses the class character of the vote and the regionally skewed economy that underlies it.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Arielle Angel: Leaving Zion. newleftreview.org The rejection of Israel's hegemony by a new generation of Jewish Americans—and their radical critique of its revenge war on Gaza—have altered the political-intellectual terrain in the US. Arielle Angel, editor in chief at Jewish Currents, discusses the journal's role in this rupture with the Zionist establishment.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Enrica Villari: Between History And Theory. newleftreview.org From Signs Taken for Wonders to The Bourgeois, Franco Moretti has developed a changing, multifaceted sociology of the novel. In this critical reconstruction, Enrica Villari parses the theory that unfolds from his pioneering account of the form's evolution—through Goethe, Stendhal, Balzac, Eliot, García Márquez—and considers its political implications.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Jan Breman & Marcel van der Linden: Migration: A View From Below. newleftreview.org Against both the catastrophist and 'win-win' perspectives on immigration, this class-based examination shows that in-country and in-region movement far outstrips the traffic on the 'migratory corridors' joining poor countries to rich. Fieldwork from India and Indonesia reveals the social determinants shaping the conditions of departure.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Joshua Craze: Taxonomies of Hunger. newleftreview.org Death by hunger stalks millions in the Sahel and Horn of Africa—the upshot of West-led political and economic processes as much as climate change and war. Yet only a few instances can pass the demanding criteria for famine set by the humanitarian technocrats of the international bodies charged with its alleviation.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Julian Stallabrass: Memories of the Present. newleftreview.org What forms of criticism should be brought to bear on the pseudo-realist 'photographs' produced by prompts to AI programmes? Julian Stallabrass gets a bead on these thrice-alienated products of human image-making by framing them within information-science concepts of cultural entropy and philosophical considerations on déjà vu.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Nathan Sperber: The French Crisis: Organic or Conjunctural? newleftreview.org Since 2017, France's Fifth Republic has been polarized between three novel coalitions—techno-bourgeois, far-right and radical left. After July's snap elections, as Macron once again pockets the 'anti-fascist' vote and installs a conservative Prime Minister, Nathan Sperber argues that a Meloni-style domestication of Le Pen may be on the horizon.

newleftreview (2024-10-20). Rohana Kuddus: Indonesia's Dynastic Webs. newleftreview.org How did Prabowo Subianto—former military strongman, with a list of massacres to his name—capture the Indonesian presidency? A comparative analysis of the dynastic political culture that has supplanted traditional left-right divisions across the archipelago, from its emergence under the dictatorship to its consolidation under Jokowi.

Toby Young (2024-10-20). The Guardian Effect: Labour 'Help' Could Seal a Trump Victory. dailysceptic.org The 'help' that over 100 Labour staffers are planning to give to Kamala Harris's Presidential campaign could be what puts Trump over the top, says Freddy Gray in the Telegraph.

sputnikglobe (2024-10-20). Harris Slightly Ahead of Trump in 3 Swing States – Poll. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is slightly ahead of her Republican rival, Donald Trump, in three of the seven swing states, two weeks before the election, according to a poll by the Bullfinch Group research agency released on Saturday.

____ (2024-10-20). Shankaracharya Praises Modi's Discipline at Varanasi Event. devdiscourse.com During Sunday's ceremony at RJ Sankara Eye Hospital in Varanasi, Sri Shankar Vijayendra Saraswati Swami, Shankaracharya of Kanchi Kama Koti Peetha, commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's exemplary leadership.

____ (2024-10-20). Yehuda Bauer: Pioneering Holocaust Scholar Leaves a Lasting Legacy. devdiscourse.com Yehuda Bauer, renowned globally as a leading Holocaust scholar, has passed away at the age of 98 in Jerusalem. Yad Vashem, Israel's national Holocaust memorial, announced his death, though no specific cause was provided.

____ (2024-10-20). Vijay's TVK: A New Dawn in Tamil Politics. devdiscourse.com Vijay, the actor-turned-politician and president of the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), announced his commitment to work-based politics, distancing from rhetoric or 'jugglery of words.' As TVK prepares for its inaugural state conference in Vikravandi, Tamil Nadu, Vijay encourages his followers to embrace 'duty, dignity, and discipline'.

____ (2024-10-20). BSE and NSE Light Up Diwali with Muhurat Trading Session. devdiscourse.com In a nod to tradition, leading Indian stock exchanges BSE and NSE are set to hold a special 'Muhurat Trading' session to mark Diwali on November 1. This session signifies the onset of Samvat 2081, the new Hindu calendar year.

____ (2024-10-20). Global Experts Unite to Tackle Johne's Disease at Asian Conference Debut. devdiscourse.com Experts from 18 countries are converging in Vrindavan for the 16th International Paratuberculosis Symposium, focusing on Johne's disease, a chronic bacterial ailment affecting ruminants and potentially humans. This four-day event marks the symposium's Asian debut, hosted by GLA University's Department of Biotechnology.

____ (2024-10-20). West Bengal Medicos Stand Firm: Hunger Strike at Crossroads. devdiscourse.com Agitating junior doctors in West Bengal have agreed to attend a crucial meeting with the state government on Monday, with the resolution of this meeting dictating whether they will end their ongoing hunger strike. The protest initially stemmed from the alleged rape-murder of a colleague at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.

____ (2024-10-20). Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif's Vows to Eliminate Polio through Aggressive Campaigns. devdiscourse.com Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the Chief Minister of Punjab province in Pakistan, has emphasized the need for a 'practical and sustainable plan' to eradicate polio, which remains a significant issue across the country. According to ARY News, she has instructed authorities to initiate vaccination drives at all entry points in Punjab.

____ (2024-10-20). BJP's Slum Outreach Sparks Protests Across Delhi. devdiscourse.com In a wide-scale demonstration targeting 245 slum clusters across Delhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took a stand against the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) by denouncing the poor living conditions and lack of development in these areas.

____ (2024-10-20). Mystery Blast Sends Shockwaves Through Delhi's Prashant Vihar. devdiscourse.com An unexpected explosion near a CRPF school in Prashant Vihar, Rohini, on Sunday morning set off a security alert across Delhi. Authorities reported no injuries from the blast, suspected to be caused by a crude bomb. Detailed investigations are underway with teams from multiple agencies on site.

____ (2024-10-20). Modi's Mega Development Boost: Projects Worth Rs 6,700 Crore Unveiled. devdiscourse.com In a significant boost to regional development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced projects valued at Rs 6,700 crore. The announcement took place at the Sports Complex in Sigra, Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency.

The Independent (2024-10-20). Israeli airstrikes on camps in central, northern Gaza cause large casualties. independent.co.ug GAZA, Palestine | Xinhua | At least 18 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Saturday targeting separate refugee camps in central and northern Gaza, Palestinian sources said. Israeli warplanes bombed a house belonging to the Shana'a family with several missiles without prior warning in the Maghazi refugee camp in central Gaza, killing at least 11 …

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Six-time Olympic champion Hoy reveals he has terminal cancer. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Muscle imbalance: Why repeatedly doing the same type of activity can have serious downsides. channelnewsasia.com Whether it's running, lifting or sitting, here's why "unbalanced" muscles can cause you pain.

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Fake bomb threats to Indian airlines spark chaos. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Eutelsat uses SpaceX rocket to launch first satellites after merger. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Zayn Malik postpones US tour dates after One Direction bandmate Liam Payne's death. channelnewsasia.com "I was always happy to know, no matter what happened on stage we could always rely on you to know which way to steer the ship next," Malik had written about Payne in a tribute on Instagram.

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Prada launches into spacesuit design. channelnewsasia.com The Italian luxury house's scion Lorenzo Bertelli discusses the company's unexpected involvement in Nasa's moon mission.

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Heavyweight Ngannou knocks out Ferreira in MMA return. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Marquez wins Australian MotoGP after intense battle with Martin. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Messi and Inter Miami awarded spot in 2025 Club World Cup. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Motta wants more determined Juventus after late Lazio win. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). New Zealand end 36-year wait by crushing India in first test. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-10-20). Meet the 3 aunties of Bukit Batok East who use miniature clay art to build community bonds. channelnewsasia.com In the heart of Bukit Batok East, a group of residents finds joy and friendship through the art of miniature clay sculpture. CNA Women meets the enthusiasts sharing their love of this art form with the community.

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Community, MLAs oppose NT govt's 'tough on crime' laws. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). France: The need for left unity against fascism. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Green Left News Podcast Ep 56: Is thermal coal, deforestation & nuclear waste Australia's climate future? greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Inquiry into antisemitism a Trojan Horse for the Israel lobby. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Israel's war on the United Nations. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Jews for Palestine: 'Supporters of justice will not be vilified or silenced'. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Labor introduces bill to ban NBN privatisation. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Labor's attack on the CFMEU won't fix the housing crisis. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). NTEU endorses boycott, divestment and sanctions on Israel, prepares to grow. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Penny Wong's support for Gaza genocide called out. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Post-election challenges in France. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Protests oppose Australia, US support for Israel's genocide in Gaza, Lebanon. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Public housing tenants say no more demolitions at World Eradicate Poverty Day speakout. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). University of Wollongong Palestine encampment forced to shut down. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Green Left Show #44: Remah Naji campaigns to be the first Palestinian in parliament. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-10-20). Video: Understanding Venezuela's election — why claims of fraud are different this time. greenleft.org.au

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Wash your hands for better health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Note: Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day As respiratory infections rise in the fall months, washing your hands with soap and water is more important than ever. Regular hand-washing stops germs from spreading and lowers your chances of getting sick. Always wash your hands after using the bathroom, before eating or cooking, and after coughing or sneezing. Washing your hands for 20 seconds with warm water and soap is simple yet effective. It can prevent 1 in 3 cases of diarrhea…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). (VIDEO) Mayo Clinic expert answers common questions about the flu, COVID-19. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are both highly contagious respiratory illnesses. COVID-19 is caused by infection with a coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), and flu is caused by infection with an influenza virus. The best way to protect yourself from either of these illnesses is to get vaccinated. Updated vaccines for both influenza and COVID-19 are now available. In this Q&A, Dr. Robert Jacobson, medical director for Mayo Clinic's Primary Care Immunization Program, answers some common questions he gets…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: What to know about bats and rabies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Bats play an important role in many ecosystems around the world. They are a major predator of night-flying insects, including pests that cost farmers billions of dollars annually. However, bats pose the biggest rabies threat in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most bats are not rabid. However, because rabies can only be determined by laboratory testing, there is concern about possible exposure. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/wz0yNYGJk4w Journalists: …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Food recalls and sickness. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products are being recalled because of possible listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, explains the risks associated with listeria and how to best avoid foodborne illness. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 03) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please "Courtesy: …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Understanding whooping cough with a Mayo Clinic expert. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whooping cough (pertussis) is caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria. Cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, continue to rise in the U.S. New numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show nearly 18,000 cases through Oct. 5. While that is somewhat in line with pre-pandemic numbers, it's a large increase from the same period last year when there were just under 4,000 cases. Whooping cough is an infectious respiratory illness caused…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Health screenings in underserved populations. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cancer is a leading cause of death among Hispanic people in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Compared to non-Hispanic white people, Hispanic men and women are less likely to be diagnosed with common cancers such as lung, colorectal, breast and prostate cancer, and they are more likely to develop cancers in the liver, stomach and cervix, often linked to infections like HPV. Early detection through screening can prevent serious health issues. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte,…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). (Video) 'In the blink of an eye,' healthy teen needs new heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A healthy boy goes from celebrating his 16th birthday to suddenly needing a heart transplant. And it was all caused by a rare reaction to a common childhood virus that usually only results in a mild rash. Watch: Braxton Wohlferd's story youtu.be/f-cjbyoWhA4 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (3: 19) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Wetting a line and catching fish is just one of the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Penicillin allergy or not? Why you should find out. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As a kid, I remember having a rash after taking penicillin. To this day, my doctor prescribes something other than penicillin if needed when I am ill. I have heard that people who think they are allergic to penicillin may not be. Should I check whether I truly am allergic? ANSWER: Penicillin refers to two things. One is a specific antibiotic prescribed to treat some common illnesses. Penicillin also refers to a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Shockwave therapy may help relieve foot problem. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've had some foot issues, and I heard that shockwave therapy might be appropriate. How does it work? And how can it help? ANSWER: This noninvasive treatment uses sound waves to transmit energy to tissues to help with the healing process. You may hear it referred to as extracorporeal shockwave treatment. Extracorporeal means the treatment occurs outside the body, through the skin, rather than a treatment provided internally. Originally used to treat…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: The importance of breast cancer screening. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in women across the U.S. And rates of the disease continue to climb, notably among younger women. A recent report from the American Cancer Society calculates that 1 in 50 women will develop invasive breast cancer by the age of 50. Early detection through screening can lead to more treatable and curable breast cancers. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). A bold vision of personalized, data-driven healthcare for all. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic's 2024 Individualizing Medicine Conference showcased the latest advancements in precision medicine — from artificial intelligence (AI) tools that help specialists detect cancer during surgery to innovative genomic techniques that experts use to map disease risks. But it was the emerging field of "omics" technologies that took center stage. These pioneering sciences — such as decoding our genes (genomics), uncovering environmental exposures (exposomics) and analyzing the microbes that inhabit our bodies (microbiomics) — are…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Could 'zombie cells' in the skin be aging your brain too? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Representative microscopy image of aged skin with increased DNA-damage (depicted in green) within telomeres (in red), a biomarker associated with cellular senescence and aging. Mayo Clinic researchers have found that senescent cells — non-dividing "zombie" cells — accumulate in the skin as people age and may influence aging in other parts of the body. Their recent study revealed that transplanting senescent skin cells into a preclinical model revealed that they not only caused that senescence…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Q and A: How to decide which breast cancer surgery is right for you. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I understand surgery is often included as part of the treatment plan for breast cancer. If I'm a candidate for lumpectomy but am also considering a mastectomy, what are some things I should keep in mind? Should my breast density be a factor in my decision-making? ANSWER: Women diagnosed with breast cancer are almost immediately confronted with treatment decisions. If your surgical oncologist gave you a choice between a lumpectomy and a mastectomy to…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). 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: Advanced imaging provides hope by seeing the previously unseen 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…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Magnifying U.S. gastrointestinal disease mortality reveals health disparities. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org U.S. map depicting digestive disease mortality rate per 100,000 American Indian and Alaska Natives in 2019. Diseases affecting the digestive system, including the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel disease and others, are significant causes of death worldwide. Mayo Clinic and North Dakota State University researchers recently delved into demographic data at the national, state and county level in the U.S. to see which populations are most affected by digestive diseases…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). How to step up to manage bunions. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Stylish shoes can add the finishing touch to an outfit and help you feel like you're putting your best foot forward. But those dressy shoes might not be the best for your feet — especially your toes. Shoes that are narrow, tight, pointed or high-heeled can push the tip of your big toes toward and over your smaller toes, causing bunions. Bunions are bulging, bony bumps at the base of your big toes….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Grant aims to help modernize Mayo Clinic Brain Bank and enhance research discoveries. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A new grant will help fund community outreach efforts and new technology to modernize the Mayo Clinic Brain Bank and advance research in neurodegenerative diseases.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). The dynamic role of clinical research coordinators. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org At Mayo Clinic, clinical research coordinators support thousands of studies across the enterprise. The role is one of the most important in research— it's dynamic, full of opportunities for growth, and much more.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate and JETRO Japan join forces with U.S. Healthcare Immersion Program. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate has announced a strategic agreement with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) to implement a two-phase program aimed at enhancing U.S. healthcare and business immersion opportunities for Japanese health technology companies. In the first phase, 16 Japanese companies will gain insights through an educational immersion program led by Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate aimed to provide firsthand experience in observing how healthcare professionals use or would benefit from artificial intelligence (AI)…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-10-20). Gynecologic cancers: 4 affirmations to help you advocate for yourself. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Gynecologic exams might not top the list of things you look forward to, but whether it's for a wellness visit or a new concern, such exams are critical for detecting gynecologic cancers early when they are most treatable. Gynecologic cancers include endometrial, ovarian, cervical, vulvar and vaginal cancer. Gynecology visits should provide a valuable opportunity for you to ask questions, raise concerns and learn about your body from an expert who prioritizes your health and well-being. But if you've had difficulty…

Staff (2024-10-20). Agradece Cuba muestras de solidaridad por contingencia energética. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, agradeció las muestras de solidaridad y apoyo que recibió la isla tras la desconexión del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN). En su cuenta en X, el canciller expresó su aprecio por las voces de denuncia al bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos.

Staff (2024-10-20). El euro cae a su nivel más bajo desde agosto ante un dólar fortalecido. cubadebate.cu Tras la publicación de las actas de la reunión de la Fed, el euro cayó a mínimos de dos meses frente al dólar estadounidense. Es probable que la tendencia continúe debido a las cambiantes expectativas sobre el enfoque del BCE y la Fed en cuanto a los recortes de los tipos de interés.

Staff (2024-10-20). El grupo BRICS debe plantearse "una postura integral y coherente en asuntos climáticos" cubadebate.cu El grupo BRICS debería articular una postura conjunta en asuntos climáticos, afirmó el enviado de la Cancillería rusa para el clima, Serguéi Kononuchenko. Agregó que no se trata de posicionarse contra Occidente sino asumir una postura diferente, propia. El foro, de dos días de duración, se inauguró en Sirius.

Staff (2024-10-20). El huracán Oscar se aproxima al oriente de Cuba. cubadebate.cu A las seis de la mañana el centro del huracán se estimó en los 21.0 grados de latitud Norte y los 73.2 grados de longitud Oeste, posición que lo sitúa sobre la isla de Gran Inagua en las Bahamas orientales, a 130 kilómetros al nordeste de Punta de Maisí, extremo más oriental de Cuba y a 240 kilómetros al este de Punta Lucrecia, Holguín.

Staff (2024-10-20). Moscú y Pekín frenan a Occidente: crece la cooperación bilateral económica y militar. cubadebate.cu El primer ministro de Rusia, Mijaíl Mishustin, declaró que Moscú y Pekín están intensificando la cooperación económica y lanzando proyectos de inversión conjuntos pese a la presión externa sin precedentes. Mientras tanto, el ministro de Defensa ruso, Andréi Beloúsov, avisó que Rusia y China refuerzan sus relaciones militares.

Staff (2024-10-20). Tormenta Nadine se Degrada a Depresión Tropical. cubadebate.cu El ciclón Nadine tocó tierra este sábado con fuera de tormenta tropical en las inmediaciones de la Ciudad de Belice, Belice, con vientos máximos sostenidos de 95 kilómetros por hora y rachas de 100 kilómetros por hora. A medida que Nadine se desplace hacia el sureste de México, la probabilidad de lluvias en la región aumentará significativamente.

Éric Toussaint, Franck Gaudichaud (2024-10-20). Thinking about the (new) paths of the Latin American left and right in a world in crisis. internationalviewpoint.org We are publishing the foreword written by Franck Gaudichaud and Éric Toussaint at the request of the Cuban magazine Temas for a book coordinated by Julio César Guanche, to be published in Argentina under the title Izquierdas y derechas en America latina. | – | / |

Staff (2024-10-20). Defensa Civil decreta fase de alerta ciclónica para las provincias de Guantánamo hasta Las Tunas. cubadebate.cu El huracán Oscar pudiera estar tocando tierra durante la tarde-noche de hoy por la costa norte en las inmediaciones de las provincias de Guantánamo y Holguín. Se decidió establecer a partir de las 07: 00 horas, la fase de ALERTA CICLàìNICA para las provincias de Guantánamo, Santiago de Cuba, Holguín, Granma y Las Tunas. Camagàºey se mantiene en fase informativa.

Staff (2024-10-20). Defensa Civil extiende la Alerta desde Guantánamo hasta Camagàºey y pone a Ciego en fase informativa. cubadebate.cu El Estado Mayor Nacional de la Defensa Civil decidió establecer a partir de las 07: 00 horas de hoy, la Fase de ALERTA CICLàìNICA para las provincias de Guantánamo, Santiago de Cuba, Holguín, Granma y Las Tunas y desde las 11.00 am se pasa también a la provincia de Camagàºey a la fase de Alerta. Se decidió además pasar a la Fase Informativa, la provincia de Ciego de àÅvila.

Hugo GABBERO (2024-10-20). Thailand: Open Letter to the Royal Thai Government on the extradition of United Nations-recognised refugee Y Quynh Bdap. fidh.org

Staff (2024-10-20). Cuba: Actualización permanente sobre el restablecimiento del sistema eléctrico. cubadebate.cu Cubadebate actualiza este domingo 20 de octubre las noticias sobre el restablecimiento del sistema eléctrico nacional tras la desconexión total del mismo el pasado viernes 18 de octubre de 2024.

Staff (2024-10-20). El Ejército israelí asegura haber atacado la sede de inteligencia de Hizbulá en Beirut. cubadebate.cu Tras la información de dos grandes explosiones en un barrio de Beirut por parte de medios libaneses, el Ejército israelí comunicó haber atacado la sede de inteligencia de Hizbulá entre otros objetivos. Esta mañana 20 de octubre, la Fuerza Aérea israelí llevó a cabo un ataque basado en información de inteligencia.

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