(2024-06-16). Operation Campus Flood: A Call for a Week of Autonomous Action. indybay.org No more gradualism in the face of a genocide. A new phase of the the #Escalate movement on college campuses has begun. With Berkeley lighting the way. We are calling this OPERATION CAMPUS FLOOD. And it is an open invite for all who are sick of it all to join in displacing the displacers. From the outside in and the inside out, we need to raze the settler-empire academy that provides training, labor, capital, and a steady stream of propaganda and knowledge production for the Israel-Zionist entity.
(2024-06-16). Greeting to the 32nd CPUSA Convention: Palestinian People's Party. cpusa.org Dear comrade Joe Sims, Dear comrades in the leadership of CPUSA, | On behalf of the leadership and all members of Palestinian Peoples Party (PPP) we extend to you and through you to all members of your party our congratulations for the successful end of the 32nd national convention of your party hoping you every success in your struggle for better future of your people and the peoples of the world for social justice, peace and socialism. | With this opportunity we would like also to thank you for your firm position of solidarity with the just struggle of our people for ending the ongoing genocide and ending th…
(2024-06-16). Socialist Equality Party election campaign wins support in Holborn and St Pancras, London. wsws.org Dozens of workers, youth and retirees stopped and spoke with SEP campaigners. The stall, with its large placards denouncing Labour's support for the Gaza genocide and NATO's proxy-war in Ukraine, attracted interest throughout the day.
(2024-06-16). Google workers object to Nimbus.. indybay.org Seems some googlers dont like the way trillion$ google/Alphabet i.n.c. | are using advanced AI capabilities to profit on | mass murder/social control/genocide atrocities in Palestine and other places with project 'Nimbus'.
(2024-06-16). Terms of Reference : Consultancy Civil Society and the ICC : Pathways to Collaborative and Genuine Engagement. fidh.org 1. BACKGROUND
| This joint project of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and Coalition for the International Criminal Court (ICC) (CICC), under the auspices of the Global Initiative Against Impunity for International Crimes: Making Justice Work, aims to enhance the relationship between civil society organisations (CSOs) and the International Criminal Court (ICC or Court). FIDH is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) composed of 188 national human rights (…) | – |
(2024-06-16). Citibank Finances the Colonization of Palestine. dissidentvoice.org Financing Jewish settlements in Palestine is financing the usurpation of Palestine, the oppression of Palestinians, allying with apartheid, and prioritizing profit over people.
(2024-06-16). Why Intel cancelled $25 bn chip factory expansion in Israel? ummid.com In a major economic setback for Israel, Intel has halted its planned expansion of a major factory project worth $25 billion in the occupied Palestinian territory under the Zionist control.
(2024-06-16). Russia and Cuba, Beyond Warships. orinocotribune.com By Mi Cuba por Siempre — Jun 13, 2024 | While the international media only report on the arrival of a Russian naval detachment in Cuba, relations between the Russian Federation and Cuba go much further and are getting stronger. Unlike the Biden administration, which is focused on maintaining the economic and financial persecution measures against Cuba, the Russian government is working together with the Cuban government to reach mutually beneficial agreements, which you will certainly not read about in the major mainstream outlets. | Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla, Cuban minister of Foreign Affairs, visited Russia…
(2024-06-16). Will The Revolution Be Funded? popularresistance.org In April 2022, grassroots organization Mijente unveiled a political framework in which it advocated for a threefold strategy of working within, without, and against the state to achieve its political goals. This framing was inspired by a movement group in Chile, the Movimiento de Pobladores en Lucha. | We propose a similar path: building strategic alignment across groups working within, without, and against philanthropy. We aim to share the historical and present-day value of diverse approaches to fundraising that include but are in no way limited to philanthropic investment. Moreover, we seek to show how alignin…
(2024-06-16). Big Union Win In Virginia Schools Where Bargaining Is Suddenly Legal. popularresistance.org Education unions just won a massive victory in the fight to bring collective bargaining rights to Virginia's public sector. Workers at the Fairfax County Public Schools voted this week to unionize, creating a wall-to-wall union of 27,500 teachers, custodians, teaching assistants, bus drivers, and more. | The new bargaining unit is one of the largest K-12 unions on the East Coast, according to the National Education Association. | Fairfax County is in Northern Virginia, near Washington, D.C., and the Fairfax County school district is by far the largest in the state. | But many teachers, especially newer ones, live…
(2024-06-16). 'Power Lines—Building A Labor-Climate Justice Movement'. popularresistance.org A familiar scene played out in the city council chambers of Richmond, California on May 22, 2024. For the last 20 years, since members of the anti-Chevron Richmond Progressive Alliance (RPA) first got elected to the council, any measure before that body affecting the city's largest employer and business tax payer has been hotly debated. | Local environmental justice organizations, like Communities for a Better Environment (CBE) and the Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) mobilize their working-class members to attend and sign up to speak during the time allotted for "public comment." | To rebut the resulti…
(2024-06-16). The Perils And Promise Of The Emerging Multipolar World. popularresistance.org In his recent article for Common Dreams, Columbia professor Jeffrey Sachs describes the world's trajectory towards multipolarity over the past three decades. He notes that, "in 1994, the G7 countries constituted 45.3% of world output, compared with 18.9% of world output in the BRICS countries (Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Iran, Russia, South Africa, United Arab Emirates). The tables have turned. The BRICS now produce 35.2% of world output, while the G7 countries produce 29.3%." | The West's political influence is also waning, as exemplified by the failure of the US-led sanctions against Russia from 2022…
(2024-06-16). All Out For The March On The Republican National Convention. popularresistance.org Step onto the stage of history in Milwaukee, July 15, as thousands march on the Republican National Convention. | More than 100 organizations are participating in this effort, spearheaded by the Coalition to March on the RNC, and mobilizations are taking place in cities across the U.S. As Trump is raking in money from billionaire donors and stepping up his campaign for the White House, it's vital that all of was who support Justice, progress and peace should be in the streets raising the banner of opposition. | Everyone who can be there should be there. | On July 15, we will be marching under the slogans: Fight t…
(2024-06-16). My Presentation at the St. Petersburg International Economic forum. sonar21.com This is short and to the point. My speech was well received. The Syria's Ambassador to Moscow was present and applauded. You can see Alexander Dugin, Maria Zakharova sitting behind me. You will also see my good friends, Pepe Escobar and Zeinab Saffar, on the extreme right of the stage.
(2024-06-16). Insights | Xinjiang residents have been primary beneficiaries of rapid development: Canadian scholar. ecns.cn Over the past decade, the economic and social development of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has been extremely rapid, particularly in infrastructure such as roads, education, and healthcare, said Barry Sautman, a retired professor from the Division of Social Science at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and a distinguished professor at Tsinghua University.
(2024-06-16). China releases regulation governing cyber violence to create healthy online ecosystem. ecns.cn Chinese authorities released a regulation governing cyber violence on Friday, which will come into effect on August 1 this year.
(2024-06-16). Premier highlights economic potential. ecns.cn China's efforts to restructure its economy through upgrading of consumption, industries and trade to promote high-quality growth will bring new opportunities for global development, Premier Li Qiang said on Friday.
(2024-06-16). Insights | Yale expert says China's energy transition encouraging. ecns.cn Mary Tucker-Grim, professor at the same Yale School , emphasized the necessity of China's transformation from an industrial society to an ecological civilization. She criticized Western accusations of China's "overcapacity" and the imposition of tariffs on its new energy industries as very unfair.
(2024-06-16). China's financing activities remain steady. ecns.cn China's financing activity remained lukewarm as the increment in aggregate social financing — the total amount of financing to the real economy — stood at 14.8 trillion yuan ($2.04 trillion) in the first five months of 2024.
(2024-06-16). Comicomment: Ocean safety should not be based on lies. ecns.cn The Japan Atomic Energy Regulation Authority has revealed that a nuclear fuel development corporation falsified inspection records for radioactive waste tanks and other equipment for up to 14 years.
(2024-06-16). The World Bank's accounts. cadtm.org In July 2024, the World Bank and the IMF will be 80 years old. 80 years of financial neo-colonialism and the imposition of austerity policies in the name of debt repayment. 80 years is enough! The Bretton Woods institutions must be abolished and replaced by democratic institutions serving an ecological, feminist and anti-racist bifurcation. To mark these 80 years, we are republishing a series of articles every Wednesday until July, looking in detail at the history and damage caused by these (…) | – | / |
(2024-06-16). Free trade frenzy: the hidden costs of South Asia's economic gamble. cadtm.org
(2024-06-16). Newsflash: Inequality in Neoliberal America. cadtm.org
(2024-06-16). The 6th International Eco-socialist Meeting and the 1st Latin American and Caribbean Eco-socialist Meeting concluded successfully. cadtm.org
(2024-06-16). "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.
(2024-06-16). Nigerian Labor Unions Stage Strike to Raise Minimum Wage. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-16). Less Than 3% of G7 Military Spending Could Help End Global Hunger and Solve Global South Debt Crisis. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-16). War, Terrorism and the Global Economic Crisis. Ninety-nine Interrelated Concepts. globalresearch.ca Everything is interrelated: war, terrorism, the police state, the global economy, financial fraud, corrupt governments, poverty and social inequality, media disinformation, war propaganda, WMD, international law,…
(2024-06-16). Labor migration has always existed. indybay.org Labor migration to Germany has a history: Italian guest workers in the 1960s The labor shortage in the countryside is becoming increasingly noticeable, and it is becoming more and more difficult to find local workers; on the other hand, the demand for migrant workers, mainly foreigners, is increasing. (…)…
(2024-06-16). Sunak accused of hypocrisy for claims Labour will change voting rules so they stay in power for very long time. leftfootforward.org According to the prime minister, Labour's move to allow those old enough to work, pay tax, and serve in the armed forces the right to vote, would "make it harder to remove them from power."
(2024-06-16). Barbados condemns US blockade and Cuba's inclusion on terrorist list. plenglish.com Bridgetown, Jun 16 (Prensa Latina): Barbados considered a matter of urgency that United States lift the economic, financial and commercial blockade against Cuba and exclude the island from its list of sponsors of terrorism, due to the dire consequences for the Cuban people.
(2024-06-16). UK Labor Party loses Muslim support over Gaza stance ahead of elections. presstv.ir United Kingdom's Muslim populations have been alienated by the Labour Party's stance on Gaza.
(2024-06-16). Iran: Closer economic ties will enhance political relations with Iraq. presstv.ir Iran's interim president says the promotion of economic relations with Iraq will lead to enhanced political relations.
(2024-06-16). Law At Work: Class, Property, Capitalism. socialistproject.ca This essay is an excerpt from Harry Glasbeek's new book For thousands of years, workers have produced goods and services for themselves and others, sometimes being paid, sometimes not. But, for the most part, workers had few legally recognized political or social rights. Workers were not free, at least not in the way in which we describe freedom in our time. It was not until the late 1800s that the goods and services provided for others by workers in the Angl…
(2024-06-16). Ethiopia aims to achieve economic growth of 7.9% in current fiscal year. tvbrics.com Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed is evaluating the fiscal year's final 100 days of results…
(2024-06-16). No More Fresh Food Vending, Open Air Markets In Entebbe. plusnews.ug Entebbe Municipal Council will from effective July 1, 2024 close all weekly open air markets popularly known as "kabubbu" except for one in Kitooro, Mayor Fabrice Lurinda has announced. Also banned are mobile delivery vans or trucks vending food stuffs, which he said will be impounded and their owners charged accordingly. Briefing journalists on various …
(2024-06-16). UK: Eid Al Adha messages from political leaders. muslimnews.co.uk Eid Al-Adha messages from political leaders Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer MP, Leader, Labour Party On behalf of the Labour Party, I want to send my very best wishes to the Muslim community over Eid al-Adha. This holy festival is a chance for families, friends and neighbours to come together. Both to celebrate with …
(2024-06-16). Iran's BRICS Membership Marks New Age in Regional Relations: Russian Politician. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's membership in BRICS and its cooperation agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union have opened a new chapter in the promotion of Tehran's relations with regional countries, a senior member of Russia's State Duma said.
(2024-06-16). Courtesy PMRDA, Greater Pune poised to be a model city for future. ummid.com Under the administration of PMRDA, Greater Pune's urban expansion has emerged as one of the most impressive success stories of planned growth, economic prosperity, and sustainable development.
(2024-06-16). Sahra Wagenknecht: Condition of Germany. newleftreview.org Interview with a prominent leader of the German left on the state of her country, currently the epicentre of converging crises—geopolitical, economic, environmental. With politics swerving right under an SPD-led government, flux and refoundation on the left.
(2024-06-16). Kuwait: 53, including 5 Indians, dead in massive fire. ummid.com At least 53 workers, including five Indians, have been killed after a massive fire broke out in a building accommodating labourers in Mangaf area of Kuwait's Southern Ahmadi Governorate.
(2024-06-16). A New Documentary Highlights China's Expansion Into Ethiopia. fairobserver.com This Sunday, Made in Ethiopia premiers at the DC/DOX documentary festival in Washington, DC. This film rejects simplistic narratives and explores Ethiopia's burgeoning industrial sector and partnership with China through three individuals' perspectives. Ethiopia is the most populous nation in East Africa. In the 20th century, it faced economic troubles and civil war between communist…
(2024-06-16). US student socialists assess 'explosive' Gaza solidarity encampment movement. links.org.au Cyn Huang, Daniil Sapunkov and Amey discuss how the Palestine student movement plans to progress over the summer break and its impact on labour struggles, the left and the 2024 presidential elections.
(2024-06-16). Oliver Eagleton: Stakeholder Capitalism, Again. newleftreview.org Oliver Eagleton on Will Hutton, This Time No Mistakes. Lessons for the incoming Labour government on humanizing British capitalism, from a proselytizer of Blair's Third Way.
(2024-06-16). Mayo Clinic Minute: Coping with cancer-related fatigue. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org People can experience cancer-related fatigue before, during and after treatments. This is different from the typical tiredness. At times, your arms and legs might feel heavy, making it hard to move. It may be challenging to even get out of bed in the morning. Cancer-related fatigue can take a toll mentally too. It can sometimes lead to depression and other emotional distress. Dr. Touré Barksdale, a Mayo Clinic cancer rehabilitation and palliative medicine specialist, gives…
(2024-06-16). Sudanese embrace Eid al-Adha with soaring livestock price due to war. independent.co.ug KHARTOUM | Xinhua | For the second year, the Sudanese welcome the Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, without the usual joy of celebration, as the traditional rituals are becoming unaffordable during the civil war killing thousands, displacing millions, and collapsing the economy. According to Islamic traditions, Muslim families buy cattle, usually a goat …
(2024-06-16). Entebbe to close open air markets, ban fresh food vending. independent.co.ug Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Entebbe Municipal Council will from effective July 1st, 2024 close all weekly open air markets popularly known as "kabubbu" except for one in Kitooro, Mayor Fabrice Lurinda has announced. Also banned are mobile delivery vans or trucks vending food stuffs, which he said will be impounded and their owners charged …
(2024-06-16). Filmmakers urged to seek mentorship and prioritise collaboration. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Richard Mulindwa — a multi-award-winning film producer, writer, and director, has called for mentorship among young actors, directors, and producers. He asserted that the lack of mentorship hinders the quality of many productions. "We are losing a lot of talent because of inexperienced directors in Uganda. Some people know …
(2024-06-16). Real Estate Revival in Amaravati: A New Dawn Under Naidu's Leadership. devdiscourse.com After a five-year lull, real estate prices in Andhra Pradesh's Amaravati region are poised to soar. The shift in regime from YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP to N Chandrababu Naidu-helmed NDA has injected new life into the formerly abandoned city project.
(2024-06-16). teleSUR anuncia el concurso "Sur Influyente" telesurtv.net El concurso invita a jóvenes, mayores de edad, creadores de contenidos a elaborar piezas audiovisuales de máximo 60 segundos en formato vertical (9: 16).
(2024-06-15). Deputy President Mashatile to address National Youth Day commemoration. sanews.gov.za Deputy President Mashatile to address National Youth Day commemoration | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will speak at the 48th anniversary of Youth Day at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, Limpopo, on Sunday. | According to the Presidency, the commemoration will focus on "actively embracing the socio-economic gains of our democracy". | The annual event recollects the sacrifices of South Africa's youth in the fight for democracy, an event immortalised by the Soweto Uprising of 16 June 1976. | "This important national day provides an opportunity, for our country, to commemorate and honour the bravery of you…