(2022-03-19). Amid economic crisis, Sri Lankan president pledges to work with IMF. wsws.org A day before his national address, Rajapakse met with senior IMF officials, as rating agencies warned that Sri Lanka could default on repayments of foreign loans and sovereign bonds.
(2022-03-19). Brother of New Zealand mine disaster victim denounces abandonment of underground investigation. wsws.org Gordon Dixon, whose brother Allan died in the 2010 Pike River mine disaster, told the WSWS that the Labour Party-led government's decision to permanently seal the mine was part of an ongoing cover-up to protect those responsible.
(2022-03-19). "Give Us Our Money" SF UESF Teachers Demand Pay & Occupy SFSUD Offices To Get Back Pay. indybay.org Dozens of teachers, members of UESF and supporters rallied at the SFUSD district to demand their back pay. They also had a sleep until they get what is owed them.
(2022-03-19). [Correspondence] Is stenting equivalent to endarterectomy for asymptomatic carotid stenosis? — Authors' reply. thelancet.com In the ACST-2 randomised trial1 we compared carotid endarterectomy (CEA) with carotid artery stenting (CAS). The discussion of its findings drew on two other sources of evidence; first, the procedural hazards seen in large population registries, and second, our meta-analysis of all the properly randomised trials. For in comparing these two procedures, the differences in their immediate hazards and the differences in their long-term effects on stroke incidence are both important. Hence, for both these outcomes the treatment differences should be assessed reliably.
(2022-03-19). [Correspondence] Global mortality burden attributable to non-optimal temperatures. thelancet.com Katrin Burkart and colleagues1 present the results of an ambitious study on the global mortality burden attributable to non-optimal temperatures by the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries,and Risk Factors Collaborators. They report that 2 ∑98% of deaths globally could be attributed to non-optimal temperatures in 2019; 2 ∑37% of deaths from low temperatures and 0 ∑63% of deaths from high temperatures.
(2022-03-19). India: Striking Maharashtra transport workers defy state government's latest back-to-work ultimatum. wsws.org More than 70,000 Maharashtra state transport workers have been on strike for 19 weeks to demand job security and decent, timely paid wages.
(2022-03-19). Workers Struggles: Asia and Australia. wsws.org Air India maintenance technicians strike over wages; Tamil Nadu tollgate workers strike over pay; Sri Lankan government development officers strike over pay; Queensland coal freight train workers take industrial action…
(2022-03-19). WorkWeek: UESF Teachers Occupy For Back Pay, Covid, Griffin Charter & CNNC Union Busting. indybay.org WorkWeek covers SF UESF Teachers Occupation For Back Pay & Covid Capitalism, Giffin MIT Charter School Teachers Fighting Corruption & Chinese Union Busting at CNNC In Namibia…
(2022-03-18). We Are In A Period Of Great Tectonic Shifts. popularresistance.org The war in Ukraine has focused attention on the shifts taking place in the world order. Russia's military intervention has been met with sanctions from the West as well as with the transport of arms and mercenaries to Ukraine. These sanctions will have a major impact on the Russian economy as well as the Central Asian states, but they will also negatively impact the European population who will see energy and food prices rise further. Until now, the West has decided not to intervene with direct military force or to try and establish a 'no-fly zone'. It is recognized, sanely, that such an intervention could escala…
(2022-03-18). U.S. threatens nuclear war or sanctions. iacenter.org By Sara Flounders March 16, 2022 People line up to withdraw U.S. dollars and euros from an ATM in St. Petersburg, Russia, on Feb. 25. A seismic shift is sending shock waves through the global economy. The well-established capitalist disorder, dominated by U.S. imperialism and in place since World War II, is on shaky ground. Extreme economic sanctions imposed on Russia are dragging the whole world into a war that started long before the Russian intervention in Ukraine on Feb. 24. A big calculation is which countries will be forced to accept the onerous economic sanctions imposed on Russia by the U.S. Countries rep…
(2022-03-18). If you care about Ukraine — disband NATO. iacenter.org By Sara Flounders March 17, 2022 Long before the Feb. 24 Russian intervention, the 2014 U.S.-backed fascist coup regime had reduced Ukraine to the poorest country, and with the highest rate of migration, in Europe. The International Monetary Fund restructured the economy and demanded austerity measures that gutted the pensions and cut social spending. Mass privatizations of socially owned property brought economic ruin. credit RT Now human trafficking in commercial sexual exploitation and forced labor, along with the buying of children from orphanages, is more widespread in Ukraine than any other European country…
(2022-03-18). Venezuela to Launch Social Media Platform (+CLAP). orinocotribune.com 
This Friday, March 18 is the launch date of Venezuela's new social media platform, announced President Nicolás Maduro. He expressed confidence that users around the world will be impressed with the news provided on the digital platform. | The head of state issued the comments during a working meeting about the economy, dedicated to the sixth anniversary of the Local Supply and Production Committees (CLAP). The CLAP food service provides subsidized food to millions of Venezuelan households. | "Venezuela is going to surprise the world with something that we are going to launch on Friday," Maduro said, speaking abou…
(2022-03-18). Global Arms Market Dynamics and its Effects on the International Developments. journal-neo.org 
For several years now, the world economy has been showing signs of a global crisis, affecting not only underdeveloped economies but also fully developed states such as the US or the EU. One of the signs of instability and unease increasing around the world is the rapid growth of the arms trade. Data on arms …
(2022-03-18). US Threatens Nuclear War Or Sanctions. popularresistance.org The well-established capitalist disorder, dominated by U.S. imperialism and in place since World War II, is on shaky ground. Extreme economic sanctions imposed on Russia are dragging the whole world into a war that started long before the Russian intervention in Ukraine on Feb. 24. | A big calculation is which countries will be forced to accept the onerous economic sanctions imposed on Russia by the U.S. Countries representing a majority of the world's population are not willing to tie their sovereignty to total Wall Street control. To the shock of U.S. war strategists, almost all of Latin America, the Caribbean,…
(2022-03-18). Billionaire Hedge Fund Legend Druckenmiller: The Federal Reserve Is the Greatest Engine Of Inequality, The Poor Will Be First To Get Screwed When The Bubble Bursts. moguldom.com The U.S. Federal Reserve is the most powerful economic institution in the country. It is responsible for setting interest rates, managing the money supply, and regulating financial markets. In other words, making sure the country's financial system is fair and working for all citizens. But according to legendary hedge fund manager Stanely Druckenmiller, it is …
(2022-03-18). China to continue regular trade, economic cooperation with Russia, Ukraine. ecns.cn China's Commerce Ministry said on Thursday that China would continue trade and economic cooperation with both Russia and Ukraine based on equality, mutual benefit and mutual respect.
(2022-03-18). EAEU Countries Develop and Strengthen Cooperation. journal-neo.org 
The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. Launched on February 2, 2012, it has become the permanent regulatory body of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The main purpose of the Eurasian Economic Commission is to ensure the conditions for the functioning and development of the EAEU and to draw up …
(2022-03-18). The Heat: Sanctions imposed on Russia. america.cgtn.com 
Russia is under severe economic sanctions imposed by western countries. But do sanctions work?
(2022-03-18). Uganda Ahead of the World in Gender Equality — Minister Amongi. plusnews.ug 
The Government of Uganda has made tremendous progress in advancing gender equality and women empowerment as a key driver of inclusive economic growth and social development. While presenting a paper at a dialogue held on the sidelines of the ongoing 66th session of the Commission on the Status of Women in New York on Thursday, …
(2022-03-18). World's largest trade deal RCEP comes into effect in Malaysia: trade ministry. ecns.cn The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world's largest trade deal so far, came into effect in Malaysia from Friday, the trade ministry said in a statement.
(2022-03-18). Australian police officer found not guilty over fatal shooting of indigenous teenager. wsws.org Kumanjayi Walker's killing by police is an end product of decades of escalating state repression of indigenous communities, government social spending cuts and endemic poverty.
(2022-03-18). Boston community-labor rally for striking Machinists. workers.org 
March 7 — Leaders of the Greater Boston Labor Council and the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, along with powerhouse rank-and-file unionists like UNITE HERE Local 26 members, joined 30 striking International Association of Machinists Local 447 technicians in Dedham, Massachusetts. Local 26 UNITE HERE in solidarity with IAM strikers. Credit: Steve Gillis. . . . |
(2022-03-18). Lucy Parsons, American revolutionary. cpusa.org 
Let the masses understand that these robbers hold this property (which is so much unpaid labor) under the plea of the laws which they themselves have made . . . and further, that these so-called laws would not be worth the paper they are written on, twenty-four hours after the producers of all wealth had …
(2022-03-18). Updated Davis-Bacon regs will raise pay for construction workers. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON —Building trades union leaders lauded the Democratic Biden administration's plans to revise and update the rules implementing the Davis-Bacon Act, improving enforcement and expanding its reach. The Labor Department said the changes could raise the pay for at least 1.2 million U.S. construction workers. The rewrite, announced March 11, is open for comments for …
(2022-03-18). U.S. urged to open up on Ukraine labs. ecns.cn The United States has been urged to act responsibly and clarify matters regarding its global biological-military activities, including at its biological laboratories in Ukraine.
(2022-03-18). The War in Ukraine Is Sending Russia-China Relations in New Directions. independentmediainstitute.org While the Ukraine crisis may put some strain on the Chinese-Russian relationship, it has also spurred deeper collaboration between them. Based on a shared desire to undermine the United States' global order, their constructive partnership will not only endure the blowback from the Ukrainian invasion but is likely to expand. By John P. Ruehl With …
(2022-03-18). Chinese official accuses U.S. of fabricating lies about life in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Yusupjan Memet on Thursday accused anti-China forces in the United States and some other Western countries of fabricating lies and fallacies about the so-called "forced labor".
(2022-03-18). Chinese company delivers container lab to help Laos' COVID-19 testing. ecns.cn Biotech company MGI Tech delivered a container laboratory to Laos on Thursday, so as to help the country boost its mass COVID-19 testing capacity and prepare for the gradual re-opening of its borders in 2022.
(2022-03-18). Bolivia creará comisión para plantear temas de justicia laboral. telesurtv.net Las autoridades indicaron que las delegaciones funcionarán con responsabilidad hacia el pueblo boliviano.
(2022-03-18). Encabeza presidente cubano visita de trabajo del PCC a Artemisa. cubadebate.cu El presidente cubano Miguel Díaz- Canel inicio este viernes una visita de trabajo del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba a la provincia de Artemisa. En horas de la mañana recorrió el barrio El Chalet, de la circunscripción 36 del Consejo Popular Toledo. Aquí se realizan labores de transformación con participación popular. En la provincia se realizan acciones como estas en 38 barrios.
(2022-03-18). Awakening Hyperboria, Scythia, and Tartaria the Film. indybay.org We are gathering filmmakers and screen writers to collaborate on the development of a screen play that aims to tell the story of our lost giant ancestors who seemed to have created a world wide grandiose "steampunk esque" civilization. Research Tartaria online and reflect on the old world looking architecture that we have repurposed into our municipal buildings, cathedrals, and factories. Why has the mainstream narrative buried the giants? Meet at 6pm to discuss possible plots for this film that aims to reveal how magical and epic the free etheric energy realm of the Hyperborians may have been. | Thursday March 2…
(2022-03-18). Fact Check: Miami Is The Least Affordable City In America, Worse Than New York City. moguldom.com Nicknamed "The Magic City," Miami has become much less magical for natives and local residents who are being pushed out of their homes due its status as the least affordable city in the country. A longtime standout for its enormous wealth gap, Miami ranks among the most expensive cities, and it's one of the top-ranked …
(2022-03-18). Progressives Hand Biden List Of 55 Executive Actions. popularresistance.org The CPC's new list of executive order recommendations is broad in scope, aiming to address a variety of pressing issues including sky-high drug prices, the worsening climate emergency, the coronavirus pandemic, mounting student loan debt, and a rigged tax system—priorities that Biden vowed to tackle on the campaign trail in 2020. | While Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), the CPC chair, has said she would prefer ambitious legislation such as the Build Back Better package to more limited executive orders, that bill is dead in the Senate due to opposition from Republicans and corporate-backed Democrats such as S…
(2022-03-18). Spain mobilises 23,000 police in bid to crush nationwide truckers strike. wsws.org The truckers have been on an indefinite nationwide strike since Monday, protesting rising fuel prices amid the NATO war drive targeting Russia.
(2022-03-18). Photos: Kabira Country Club unveils best Easter accommodation prices. plusnews.ug 
Uganda's leading hotel Kabira Country Club has unveiled unbeatable accommodation rates for the coming Easter season with particular focus on giving customers excellent service at affordable prices. During the Easter week, Studio Deluxe room (Single) for a single guest will be at Shs375,000 per night and the same type but double which can accommodate two …
(2022-03-18). It's Not Just Inflation — It's Price Gouging. inequality.org
(2022-03-18). Sign on: End Sanctions & War. iacenter.org SanctionsKill Campaign Statement on Ukraine Conflict END ALL WARFARE — NO SANCTIONS Sign on — click here The SanctionsKill Campaign is a broad coalition of social justice, solidarity, and peace forces focused on exposing the devastating impact of US sanctions on civilian populations globally. Sanctions are not a substitute for war The current regime of sanctions against Russia is not a substitute for war, but a form of warfare. Sanctions kill many thousands just as bombs do. Sanctions create hyperinflation, artificial famines, social upheavals, and health crises that punish civilian populations. As US…
(2022-03-18). Australia's rising cost of living outpacing official inflation. wsws.org With dramatic price rises forecast over the coming months, essentials, such as food, petrol and housing, are already near record highs.
(2022-03-18). Black Caucus Fails On Ukraine. popularresistance.org On June 11, 2015, the late Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) member John Conyers made this statement about Ukraine. "House passed my amendment to prohibit assistance to Azov Battalion—a far-right white supremacist militia at front lines of Ukraine conflict." Conyers was right of course. The Azov Battalion was and is a core part of Ukraine's military. They have Nazi roots, as do many other organizations in that country. But after the Pentagon objected the amendment was stripped from the spending bill and never saw the light of day. | It is important to remember what Conyers tried to achieve the year after Bar…
(2022-03-18). Mayo Clinic researchers recommend investments in vaccine safety in Nature commentary. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The leaders of Mayo Clinic's Vaccine Research Group are emphasizing the need for increased long-term study of vaccines and their mechanisms with future safety of patients in mind. Gregory Poland, M.D., and Richard Kennedy, Ph.D., write in their commentary in the scientific journal Nature Reviews Immunology that greater focus on understanding vaccines' downstream effects, not only on immunity but also on all the other biological systems will provide information that can help make vaccines safer…
(2022-03-18). How Big Tech Sees Big Profits in Social-Emotional Learning at School. independentmediainstitute.org In June 2021, as students and teachers were finishing up a difficult school year, Priscilla Chan, wife of Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, made a live virtual appearance on the "Today" show, announcing that the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), along with its "partner" Gradient Learning, was launching Along, a new digital tool to help …
(2022-03-18). Person of faith? The Communist Party welcomes you! cpusa.org 
There is so much misunderstanding of the relationship between religion and communist views. More often than not, people only associate communism with atheism due to misquoting Marx in his comment of religion being the "opium of the masses." Due to misquoting and misinformation, the general thought has been that no one of religious faith …
(2022-03-18). Albert Einstein and the Billionaire Dogs of War. indybay.org Einstein, Today, War and Capitalism…
(2022-03-18). U.S. clears missile defense radar sale to Britain as part of NATO missile shield. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Breaking DefenseMarch 18, 2022 UK gets green light on ballistic missile radar, C2 asset deal for $700M The United Kingdom has received a green light to purchase a Ballistic Missile Defense Radar as well as an associated command and control system from the United States, a sale potentially worth up to $700 million. "The proposed …
(2022-03-18). Engineering extra limbs and austerity food purchases: News from the College. imperial.ac.uk Here's a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
(2022-03-18). Almost 5 Million COVID-19 Vaccines Arrive in Venezuela (+COVAX). orinocotribune.com This Thursday, March 16, 4,8 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines arrived in Venezuela through the COVAX program. The process was supervised by the Ministry of Health. No details have yet being given about the origins of this shipment, however, when Venezuela first reached an agreement with the United Nations to purchase vaccines, it was announced that they would be Sinopharm and Vero Cell, which are produced in China. | Minister Magaly Gutiérrez commented that these vaccines "will allow us to immunize the population through our reinforcement program, which was announced by the president of the Bolivarian Republic…
(2022-03-18). New Orleans trans and workers organizations demonstrate for International Women's Day. fightbacknews.org New Orleans, LA – Community members gathered in New Orleans on the weekend after International Women's Day to mark the holiday in the context of critical struggles unfolding across the country. They gathered on Claiborne Avenue at the sight of the 2015 murder of Penny Proud, a 21-year-old Black trans women. | Serena Borne of Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO) highlighted the importance of gathering at this location. "We must understand the connection between legislation that attacks trans youth or women's reproductive rights, and anti-trans hate crimes that happen far too often." | Many local organization…
(2022-03-18). Pseudo-left president takes office in Chile. wsws.org The Frente Amplio-Communist Party coalition, Apruebo Dignidad, assumed office on March 11 to much fanfare from the international bourgeoisie.