(2022-10-06). Two More North Korean Missiles Flying Towards Japan. southfront.org 
| North Korea test-launched two more ballistic missiles towards Japan. The DPRK considers its missile tests a fair response to the joint exercises of the United States and South Korea. | Two short-range missiles that flew in the direction of Japan on October 6 fell outside its exclusive economic zone and did not cause any damage to aircraft and ships navigation. |
(2022-10-06). Report: US Looking to Ease Sanctions on Venezuela to Allow Chevron to Pump Oil. news.antiwar.com The Biden administration is preparing to ease sanctions on Venezuela to allow Chevron to pump oil in the country under a potential deal with the Venezuelan government, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The Trump administration began imposing crippling economic sanctions on Venezuela in 2017. In 2019, the US …
(2022-10-06). Headlines for October 6, 2022. democracynow.org Biden Blames Climate Change for Hurricane Ian's Path of Destruction in Florida, Ethiopia and Tigray Rebels Agree to Peace Talks as Airstrike Kills More Than , Putin Asserts Russian Control Over Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, NYT: U.S. Believes Ukrainians Were Behind Assassination of Darya Dugina in Russia , Antiwar Protester Who Interrupted Russian TV News Broadcast Flees House Arrest, OPEC and Russia Agree to Slash Crude Output, Boosting Oil Prices , Rep. Ro Khanna Calls on Biden Administration to End Saudi Arms Sales, U.S. Prepares to Ease Sanctions on Venezuela to Allow Chevron Oil Drilling…
(2022-10-06). Iran, Russia vow to strengthen econ. ties despite sanctions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — Senior officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Russian Federation expressed their readiness to enhance bilateral cooperation in all fields especially in economic areas in spite of sanctions imposed against the country.
(2022-10-06). Russia keen on investing in Iranian ports: Iran dep. min. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — The Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development for the Transportation Affairs said that Russian companies are vehemently interested in making investment in Iranian ports such as Chabahar.
(2022-10-06). 2nd Caspian Economic Forum held in Moscow. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — The Second Caspian Economic Forum was held in Moscow, capital of Russia, on Thursday with the participation of Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber.
(2022-10-06). Holiday spending reflects upturn in China's consumer market. ecns.cn During the National Day holiday in China, both online and offline shopping have gained momentum in the country, thanks to heightened consumer enthusiasm and the implementation of pro-consumption policies.
(2022-10-06). Foreign officials, experts wish 20th CPC National Congress success during celebrations of China's National Day. ecns.cn Foreign officials and experts expressed their good wishes for the upcoming 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and eyed further cooperation.
(2022-10-06). Modi booster, Gautam Adani becomes world's second richest man amid social misery for Indian working class. wsws.org Pro-investor economic reforms‚ÄÜcarried out since 1991 by successive Indian governments, led by both the Congress Party and Modi's BJP, have dramatically deepened social inequality and concentrated wealth in the hands of rapacious billionaires like Adani.
(2022-10-06). Truss's mini-budget debacle costs UK economy £300 billion. wsws.org The average household with a mortgage faces a rise from spending 17.7 percent of their income on repayments to 27.2 percent. Amid an unprecedented cost-of-living crisis, many will not be able to keep up.
(2022-10-06). Modi booster Gautam Adani becomes world's second richest man amid social misery for Indian working class. wsws.org Pro-investor economic reforms‚ÄÜcarried out since 1991 by successive Indian governments, led by both the Congress Party and Modi's BJP, have dramatically deepened social inequality and concentrated wealth in the hands of rapacious billionaires like Adani.
(2022-10-06). Elon Musk proposes to buy Twitter at original price. ecns.cn Tesla CEO Elon Musk has proposed to proceed with a deal to buy Twitter at the original price of 44 billion U.S. dollars, according to a financial filing on Tuesday.
(2022-10-06). Is the energy transition taking off—or hitting a wall? nationofchange.org With the Inflation Reduction Act, the federal government is illogically encouraging the increasing use of fossil fuels—in order to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
(2022-10-06). Inflation sparks protests and strikes in Argentina. america.cgtn.com Argentina's high inflation rate is caused by a number of factors, a strong U.S. dollar being just one of them. Protests and strikes are increasingly common in Argentina as inflation continues to rise. CGTN's Joel Richards brought this report.
(2022-10-06). United States: Is the energy transition taking off — or hitting a wall? greenleft.org.au The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act constitutes the boldest climate action so far by the US government, writes Richard Heinberg. However, this doesn't mean the US or the world is on track to a safe climate future.
(2022-10-06). Fears of a Housing Crash Threaten Life Savings of Tens of Millions in the US. truthout.org In the late summer of 2021, mortgage rates fell to near-all-time lows, even as the rate of inflation picked up. A borrower with good credit could borrow hundreds of thousands of dollars for 30 years at under Fourteen months later, that same 30-year mortgage is going for not far s…
(2022-10-06). UK: BT Group workers national strike resumes, including emergency call handlers for first time. wsws.org While sanctioning the latest round of strikes, the Communication Workers Union is doing all it can to reach a deal with management based on a below-inflation pay deal.
(2022-10-06). University of Melbourne student union refuses to affiliate IYSSE despite successful affiliation meeting. wsws.org The student union is riding roughshod over the democratic rights of students who want to fight for a socialist alternative to war, austerity and dictatorship.
(2022-10-06). New analysis shows Big Oil's continued and future price gouging. nationofchange.org Oil prices dipped below $80 a barrel for the first time since January 2022, but consumers are paying 13 percent higher than the last time oil was this low.
(2022-10-06). Coalition of Caribbean Civil Society Organizations: A Call to Establish October 6th as the International Day Against Terrorism. libya360.wordpress.com Press Statement By Coalition of Caribbean Civil Society Organizations A Call To Designate October 6th as International Day Against Terrorism Background The people of the Caribbean have had a collective historical experience which, since the early 15th Century, has been defined and shaped largely by genocide, enslavement, forced labour and a daily existence characterised by…
(2022-10-06). After OPEC Move, Sanders Says US Must 'Eliminate Military Assistance to Saudi Arabia'. commondreams.org Sen. Bernie Sanders accused Saudi-led OPEC of a "blatant attempt to increase gas prices at the pump."
(2022-10-06). Socialist Alliance's 'deep reach' shown at election campaign launch. greenleft.org.au Socialist Alliance's "deep reach" in the north west of Melbourne was reflected at the launch of its election campaign. Chloe DS reports.
(2022-10-06). Free Assange, Mumia and Palestine-Rally in Berkeley. indybay.org
(2022-10-06). Australia: Optus data breach highlights widespread security vulnerabilities. wsws.org The massive breach points to the danger of placing sensitive data in the hands of vast corporations, whose only concern is profit.
(2022-10-06). Fighting anti-communism and anti-Blackness: An interview with Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly. peoplesworld.org 
Among the disheartening happenings in Detroit this year have been the dedication of ARPA emergency funding to increased police surveillance throughout the city and being deemed a federal "hot spot" for crime. It's been feeling like the Motor City would be rounding out another disappointing year masked only by the North American Auto Show—and the …
(2022-10-06). IMF Predicts Global Economy to Lose $4 Trillion. indybay.org The global economy is more fragile noted IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.
(2022-10-06). Caspian Economic Forum an opportunity to implement agreements. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for the Economic Diplomacy said that Caspian Economic Forum is an opportunity for the implementation of agreements inked between leaders of the Caspian Sea littoral states.
(2022-10-06). Santa Cruz City Workers to Begin Strike. indybay.org Santa Cruz City workers will strike starting tomorrow to stop the City's unfair labor practices, win equity for essential workers, and fund the front line to protect community services. Add your name in solidarity: bit.ly/protectsantacruzcityworkers | Show up on the strike line starting Monday, Oct. 3, at 7 AM, Santa Cruz City Hall, 809 Center St. Santa Cruz.
(2022-10-06). SF Sheriff Blockades Laguna Honda To Stop Press Conference On Hospital Closures. indybay.org San Francisco Sheriff's department were directed by Mayor London Breed's DPH to blockade Laguna Honda hospital to prevent a press conference on the grounds.
(2022-10-06). Iran calls for formation of Caspian Sea free economic zone. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — The Iranian First Vice-President called for formation a joint free economic zone among the Caspian Sea littoral states on Thursday.
(2022-10-06). Ministerio de Economía y Planificación aprueba nuevos actores económicos (+ PDF). cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Economía y Planificación aprobó este jueves 102 solicitudes de creación de micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas privadas. Con esta decisión, suman 5 360 los actores económicos aprobados desde que inició el proceso en septiembre de 2021. Se estima que estos actores económicos generen 91 622 nuevos puestos de trabajo.
(2022-10-06). Cuba en recuperación de los daños de Ian (IV), hoy en la Mesa Redonda. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu La Gobernadora de Mayabeque y la Presidenta de Etecsa comparecerán este jueves en la Mesa Redonda para informar sobre las labores de recuperación que se acometen para enfrentar los graves daños que dejó el huracán Ian a su paso por Cuba.
(2022-10-06). Los Angeles unions preparing new betrayals of education workers. wsws.org The Los Angeles Educators Rank-and-File Committee urges teachers to organize a mass assembly of educators and support workers to discuss and elaborate demands that make up for years of cuts in real wages.
(2022-10-05). We Need A Labor Movement That's A Lot More Militant. popularresistance.org Class struggle unionism is based on a very simple idea, which is that workers create all wealth. Through the employment process this wealth gets separated from the workers and flows to a handful of people in society. That is why and how we get billionaires. | This view of employment is very different from business unionism, which was the main competing form of unionism to class struggle unionism. Business unionism sees itself as having a very narrow role of negotiating the sale of labor. The view can be summed up with the slogan "a fair days wage for a fair days work." Business unionists see themselves as narrowl…
(2022-10-05). 'Our Health And Safety Is Not A Priority Here'. popularresistance.org Nearly 240 factory workers at the world's biggest independent bottler, Refresco, in Wharton, New Jersey, have been fighting for years to improve working conditions and win recognition of their union after voting twice to unionize their workplace. | Now, after winning their second election, Refresco workers are finally starting negotiations with the company. Refresco filed numerous appeals and stalled the bargaining process for as long as possible by claiming the election had been improperly run. The National Labor Relations Board did, in fact, overturn workers' first union victory in June 2021. The reason? An age…
(2022-10-05). American Pravda: Of Pipelines and Plagues. libya360.wordpress.com Ron Unz Europe is facing its worst energy crisis in generations, with numerous factories shutting down and severe hardship expected during the approaching winter. Heavily-industrialized Germany has been especially hard hit, with more than half of all small- and mid-sized businesses fearful that they might be forced to close, an economic catastrophe of Great Depression proportions. The only…
(2022-10-05). "Preemptive Nuclear War": The Historic Battle for Peace and Democracy. A Third World War Threatens the Future of Humanity. globalresearch.ca US nuclear doctrine consists in portraying nuclear weapons as a means of "self defense" rather than a "weapon of mass destruction". There are powerful financial interests behind Joe Biden's $1.3 trillion nuclear weapons program initiated under Obama.
(2022-10-05). Kenyan President Ruto auditions for US and British imperialism. wsws.org Even as its economic ties with China grow, the Kenyan regime is signing up to the US-NATO war targeting Russia and China.
(2022-10-05). Taiwan Says China Wants to 'Normalize' Increased Military Activity. news.antiwar.com 
Taiwan's Defense Ministry said Tuesday that China is "In the future, the activities of Chinese Communist military aircraft and ships entering our air defense identification zone, crossing the median line, and approaching maritime areas close to the island will gradually becom…
(2022-10-05). (W. E. Talk) Why is Xinjiang's Prosperity and Development the most Powerful Counterattack to the U.S. Political Conspiracy of "Containing China through Disrupting Xinjiang". ecns.cn The truth is always a "shredder" for lies. In fact, Xinjiang has always adhered to the people-centered development ideology and has been promoting the people-benefiting projects on employment, healthcare and education, so that the fruits of the development can better benefit its people.
(2022-10-05). Production, new orders increase in September. ecns.cn China's factory activity returned to expansionary territory in September as production and new orders increased, reflecting that the nation's economic recovery is gaining momentum amid a better COVID-19 situation domestically and intensified macroeconomic policy support, officials and experts said.
(2022-10-05). Canadian corporation abets Israel's war crimes with public funds. electronicintifada.net Coalition demands Quebec pension severs ties with company that trains Israeli police.
(2022-10-05). Why Western Countries Are Interested in Maintaining Energy Poverty in Africa. libya360.wordpress.com Ekaterina Blinova Sudanese-British billionaire Mo Ibrahim criticized the West on Monday for obstructing African nations' effort to develop their own hydrocarbon reserves and constantly ignoring the energy poverty problems of the Global South. What's behind the Global North's political short-sightedness and who benefits from the controversy? Even though Africa boasts roughly 12% and 9% of…
(2022-10-05). ATL Fed President Raphael Bostic: Expect Job Losses From Rate Hikes, There Is Chance Economy Won't Be Killed. moguldom.com Raphael Bostic, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, said he is optimistic that Fed policies can slow inflation, that strong employment means job losses could be "smaller than what we've seen in other situations," and that the economy can absorb interest rate hikes. The U.S. central bank raised the federal funds rate …
(2022-10-05). In Germany, more and more depend on food banks. wsws.org As a result of war, inflation and the energy price explosion, the number of people seeking help has doubled in two years from 1.1 million to more than 2 million.
(2022-10-05). The Fed's intentional recession: Higher interest rates mean fewer jobs, smaller paychecks. peoplesworld.org 
Whenever the Federal Reserve announces interest rate hikes, a lot of working people wonder what it means for them. If you're buying a home or have an adjustable rate mortgage already, then you can expect the interest offer you get from the bank to be higher. Perhaps the loan you want to take out for …
(2022-10-05). Florida Governor DeSantis defends government inaction as Hurricane Ian death toll surpasses 100. wsws.org Much as in previous responses by the political establishment to storms and the ongoing pandemic, the policy of the government towards Hurricane Ian was one of malign neglect centered around protecting profits rather than lives.
(2022-10-05). Neo-Nazis in the Dominican Republic Work with the Government to Prevent Solidarity with Haitian People. libya360.wordpress.com Socialist Movement of the Workers of the Dominican Republic Police in the Dominican Republic (Photo: Felix Leon) Any act of solidarity with the Haitian people in the Dominican Republic is blocked by the national police force and Neo-Nazi groups. The deployment of dozens of Members of the National Police, in coordination with a smaller group of neo-Nazi militants, occupied…
(2022-10-05). Preview: Jobs, Wages, and Hours — The Big Three Items in September. cepr.net In a best-case scenario, we will see a picture of a labor market that looks like 2019, with the economy near full employment, but wages increasing at a more moderate pace.
(2022-10-05). COP27 and the Imperatives for a Renewed African Security Framework. libya360.wordpress.com Abayomi Azikiwe United Nations Climate Conference will be hosted by Egypt amid growing uncertainties on the continent related to military interventions and the continuing economic dependency on the West Note: These remarks were prepared and delivered in part for a webinar sponsored by the Canadian section of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom…
(2022-10-05). Morgan Stanley: Housing Affordability Is Deteriorating Fastest In Our History Of Tracking Data. moguldom.com Homes prices are still rising for now, but they are expected to turn negative in the first half of 2023, according to Morgan Stanley analysts. Owning a home is becoming unaffordable for many would-be buyers at the fastest pace in the history of data tracking, while sales are falling faster than they did during the …
(2022-10-05). Reviving the Child Tax Credit Is a Winning Campaign Message for Democrats This Coming Midterms. commondreams.org The expanded Child Tax Credit was the most impactful anti-poverty program in a generation. Democrats should campaign on bringing it back.
(2022-10-05). Union Busting Kaiser Takes Hardline On NUHW Workers While Gov Newsom Is MIA. indybay.org Striking NUHW healthcare workers after 7 weeks on strike face a union busting attack by Kaiser executives and refusal of Governor Gavin Newsom and State Attorney General to enforce the law.
(2022-10-05). Australia's central bank slows pace of interest rate rises but insists they will continue. wsws.org The RBA said it would pay close attention to "labour costs"—that is, workers' wages—in the coming period.
(2022-10-05). The Military Industrial Complex Wants You To Be More Media (Il)literate. scheerpost.com 
(2022-10-05). Australia: Massive Optus data breach highlights lax regulations for telco giants. wsws.org The breach, affecting up to 40 percent of the Australian population, underscores the dangers of major corporations controlling critical social infrastructure and the data of millions of people.
(2022-10-05). Ro Khanna Lays Out New Vision for American Manufacturing and Economic Progress. commondreams.org "Embracing a New Economic Patriotism plan isn't just about jobs. It's about unifying Americans—from the coasts to the heartland—with a shared purpose."
(2022-10-05). The Military Industrial Complex Wants You To Be More Media (I)literate. scheerpost.com
(2022-10-05). VP Mokhber departs for Moscow for 2nd Caspian Economic Forum. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Before leaving for Moscow to participate in the second Caspian Economic Forum, the Iranian First Vice President Mohmmad Mokhber said developing relations with neighbors is Raeisi government's top priority.
(2022-10-05). Avanzas labores de recuperación en La Habana: El 99.7% de los clientes tiene servicio eléctrico (+Video). cubadebate.cu Al comenzar su intervención en la Mesa Redonda, Reinaldo García Zapata dijo que se ha trabajado muy duro en estos siete días, luego del paso de Ian. "Se ha avanzado con urgencia en la recuperación de la provincia". En estos momentos, existen en la capital 1829 clientes afectados son servicios eléctricos. "El 99.7,% de los clientes de la capital tienen servicio eléctrico".
(2022-10-05). Que las relaciones bilaterales con Cambodia alcancen un estadio superior. cubadebate.cu Cuba y Cambodia firmaron este martes dos acuerdos de cooperación en los ámbitos de la cultura y el deporte, con el propósito de ´fomentar, promover y fortalecer ª la colaboración técnica en estas áreas, así como el intercambio de expertos.
(2022-10-05). Sesiona en La Habana Feria Internacional de Transporte y Logística. cubadebate.cu Con la presencia de Eduardo Rodríguez Dávila, ministro de Transporte, sesionó este miércoles la Feria Internacional de Transporte y Logística, en el recinto Pabexpo, de La Habana. Las nuevas oportunidades de colaboración económica en el sector y las ventajas para la inversión en Cuba son algunas de las novedades que se presentaron en esta jornada.
(2022-10-05). Presidente cubano confía en recuperación de daños tras huracán. telesurtv.net Tras el paso del huracán, la nación caribeña comenzó una intensa labor de recuperación.
(2022-10-05). Morales Ojeda chequea marcha de la recuperación en universidad de Pinar del Río. cubadebate.cu Este miércoles, Roberto Morales Ojeda, miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del PCC, constató las labores de recuperación en la Universidad de Pinar del Río Hermanos Saíz, afectada por el huracán Ian. Se interesó por las acciones para sanear las áreas de la casa de altos estudios, que reporta daños en cubiertas y ventanas principalmente.
(2022-10-05). Autoridades cubanas chequean recuperación en Artemisa tras el paso de Ian. cubadebate.cu Hasta la provincia llegó el Comandante de la Revolución Ramiro Valdés para recorrer varios puntos del territorio y chequear el avance en las labores de recuperación. Por su parte, el jefe del Estado Mayor Nacional de la Defensa Civil, General de División, Ramón Pardo Guerra, llegó hasta consejo popular de montaña Niceto Pérez, del municipio de San Cristóbal.
(2022-10-05). Cuba en recuperación de los daños de Ian (III), hoy en la Mesa Redonda. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu El Gobernador de Artemisa y autoridades del Ministerio de la Agricultura comparecerán este miércoles en la Mesa Redonda para informar sobre las labores de recuperación que se acometen para enfrentar los graves daños que dejó el huracán Ian a su paso por Cuba.
(2022-10-05). Senado mexicano aprueba permanencia de Ejército en labores de seguridad. telesurtv.net En 2019, el Congreso mexicano aprobó que las Fuerzas Armadas apoyaran en las tareas de seguridad pública hasta marzo de 2024.
(2022-10-04). What is the Likelihood of a "Reset" in Australia-New Zealand Relations? journal-neo.org 
On May 23, 2022 parliamentary elections resulted in the swearing-in of Anthony Albanese, head of Australia's victorious Labor Party, as the country's new Prime Minister. Many analysts were confident that Australia would see a major shift in its foreign policy as a result of the political reshuffle, as the South Pacific region has seen a …
(2022-10-04). Ron DeSantis' Strategic Delusions. scheerpost.com 
Governor Ron DeSantis speaking with attendees at a "Unite & Win Rally" at Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona. Gage Skidmore from Surprise, AZ, United States of America, CC BY-SA 2.0 By Jim Mamer / Original to ScheerPost | Stupid statements attributed to conspicuous politicians are common. But they are not always accurate. I've learned to check. | It didn't take long, for example, to fi…