(2024-10-15). UN Rejects Israeli Demands, Won't Withdraw Peacekeepers From Southern Lebanon. news.antiwar.com Despite an incident Sunday in which Israeli tanks forced their way into a UNIFIL peacekeeper base in southern Lebanon and ended up firing near the base, wounding a number of personnel, the UN has rejected Israeli calls to withdraw from the area. The UN Security Council issued a statement expressing support for the UNIFIL monitoring …
(2024-10-15). Report: Israel Plans To Strike Iran Before US Presidential Election. news.antiwar.com Israel is planning to launch its expected attack on Iran before the US presidential elections are held on November 5, The Washington Post reported on Monday. An unnamed official told…
(2024-10-15). United Nations Troops In Lebanon Can Shoot Back At Israel. popularresistance.org After IDF troops threatened Irish U.N. peacekeepers last week Irish President Michael D. Higgins stood up to Israel and the Israelis backed down. However there were more incidents later in the week, with the Israelis injuring U.N. soldiers from Indonesia and Sri Lanka. | Neither UNIFIL nor U.N. Headquarters in New York have publicly reiterated that the peacekeepers can shoot back at the Israelis if they are attacked. | At the daily noon briefing in New York on Friday, a U.N. spokesman was only asked if the U.N. was considering withdrawing peacekeepers given the danger Israel is putting them in.
(2024-10-15). Nobel Peace Prize 2024 Announced. ummid.com The Norwegian Nobel Committee has conferred the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize to the Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons.
(2024-10-15). ICRC congratulates Nihon Hidankyo on Nobel Peace Prize and work to ensure nuclear weapons are never used again. icrc.org
(2024-10-15). New York's Report On Antisemitism Is An Attack On The Palestine Movement. popularresistance.org The Fall 2024 semester has been marked by an onslaught of repressive measures against the Palestine movement and free speech on campuses. Professors have been fired, students have been suspended, and universities have banned pro-Palestinian groups, including Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) and Jewish Voices for Peace (JVP). | At the City University of New York (CUNY), some community members are still facing felony charges after 28 people were initially charged with felonies for their participation in the City College encampment for Palestine last semester. | Nearly 11 months ago, in the wake of October 7,…
(2024-10-15). Zionist 'Safety Patrols' on Campus Have Little Concern for Jewish Safety. counterpunch.org 
Last academic year saw university students across North American campuses form Gaza solidarity encampments to protest Israel's ongoing genocide of Palestinians and their universities' financial complicity in the carnage. The sit-ins received widespread media coverage and helped carry Israel's crimes against Palestinians to the top of the Western news agenda. Although these campus protests were overwhelmingly peaceful
(2024-10-15). In Geneva, Qalibaf says echoing voice of 'oppressed but strong Lebanon'. presstv.ir The Iranian Parliament speaker was addressing the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva.
(2024-10-15). IDF Actions Against UN Peacekeepers Suggest Israel May Be Considering Occupying Part Of Southern Lebanon #Actions #Peacekeepers #Suggest #Israel #Considering #Occupying #Part #Southern #Lebanon #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The United Nations security council has expressed strong concern for the safety of peacekeepers in Lebanon after a series of incidents over the past week in which UN …
(2024-10-15). UNIFIL to 'stay in all Lebanon positions' despite Israel threats. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday again called for the peacekeepers in southern Lebanon to move from certain areas close to Israel's border with Leba…
(2024-10-15). UK, France, Italy and Germany Condemn Israeli Attacks on UN Peacekeepers. imemc.org 
The UK, France, Germany and Italy released a joint statement condemning the multiple and ongoing Israeli attacks on United Nations Peacekeeper troops in southern Lebanon. According to the statement, Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers are contrary to international humanitarian law. The statement did not mention the ongoing Israeli assault against civilians in Gaza and in …
(2024-10-15). Borrell: EU nations took too long to condemn Israel's attacks on UNIFIL. presstv.ir The EU chief slams Israel's attacks on the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL.
(2024-10-15). UN Security Council voices 'strong concern' for UN peacekeepers after Israeli attacks. devdiscourse.com The UN Security Council expressed "strong concern" Monday as Israel has fired on and wounded UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon during intensified fighting, reiterating its support for their role in supporting security in the region.
(2024-10-15). Gaza bleeding like Hiroshima, Nagasaki: 2024 Nobel Peace winner. ummid.com In a passionate appeal to end war, Toshiyuki Mimaki, co-chair of Nihon Hidankyo, the Japanese group which won the 2024 Nobel Peace, said Gaza today resembles Hiroshima and Nagasaki that were bombed by the United States in 1945.
(2024-10-15). SCO Summit 2024: India, Pakistan should initiate dialogue for a better tomorrow. ummid.com The road ahead is undoubtedly challenging, but it is imperative for India and Pakistan to recognize the importance of peaceful coexistence and cooperation.
(2024-10-15). Joint Press Release: AU-ICRC Roundtable Reinforces Commitment to Strengthening Conduct and Discipline in Peace Support Operations. icrc.org
(2024-10-15). EU country names its favorite in US election. rt.com 
A return to the White House for Donald Trump would be better for Budapest, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has said | A victory for Donald Trump in the upcoming US presidential election would be the best outcome for Hungary, the country's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said in an interview with RIA Novosti on Tuesday. Budapest will respect the choice of US voters regardless, he added. | Szijjarto had previously said US-Hungarian relations were strongest when Trump was in the White House and that Trump's reelection would improve the chances of securing peace in the world. | "We are very proud of th…
(2024-10-15). 'New Axis of influence': Is an alliance between Russia and Iran possible? rt.com 
The first meeting between Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian marks new chapter in Moscow-Tehran relations | One of the highlights of the international forum 'The Interconnection of Times and Civilizations: The Basis of Peace and Development', held in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, was the meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. This was the first meeting between the two leaders since Pezeshkian assumed office on July 30. Russian presidential advisor Yuri Ushakov told reporters that this event was important not only for discussing bilateral issues, "but also for addr…
(2024-10-15). The Badly Tarnished Nobel Peace Prize is Finally Awarded to a Group that Truly Deserves It. counterpunch.org 
Pity the Biden and Harris speechwriters tasked with composing a congratulatory comment for the head of state and the vice-head of state to offer to Toshiyuki Mimaki recipient of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize along with Nihon Hidankyo, the organization of Hibakusha. (Hibakusha are the victims of the US atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.)
(2024-10-15). Armenian PM asks Azerbaijani leader to meet, sign peace treaty — politician. tass.com According to the statement, the suggestion was that "the foreign ministers hold a two-day meeting and get on the same page on one or two unagreed articles of the peace treaty, and then the leaders sign the agreement before COP29 in Baku"
(2024-10-15). Russian Orthodox Church Metropolitan meets with visiting papal peace envoy. tass.com "The sides discussed humanitarian issues linked with the conflict in Ukraie, as well as other matters of mutual interest," the Moscow Patriarchate's Department for External Church Relations said…
(2024-10-15). Families want justice, 'blood money' for AU peacekeeper killings in Somalia. aljazeera.com As African Union forces fighting al-Shabab plan to withdraw this year, Somalis seek accountability for civilian deaths.
(2024-10-15). Third World March for Peace and Nonviolence: meeting with Ambassador of India to the UN in New York. pressenza.com Today, Monday, October 14, 2024, a delegation of World without Wars and Violence and the core team of the Third World March for Peace and Nonviolence, composed of Alessandro Capuzzo from Italy, Juan Gomez from Chile, and Vanessa Vaglio from Costa Rica, met with the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Mr. Parvathaneni Harish and Mr. Ramu Damodaran, Permanent Observer to the United Nations of the University for Peace, at the offices of the Indian Embassy in New York. Parvathaneni Harish and Mr. Ramu Damodaran, Permanent Observer to the United Nations of the University for Peace,…
(2024-10-15). Hezbollah Drone Attack Causes Panic Over Iron Dome as Israel's war on UN Peacekeepers Accelerates. bylinetimes.com 
Hezbollah drone attack that managed to elude its sophisticated air defence system, striking a military base of the elite Golani Brigade in northern Fearing another such attack Israeli intelligence is trying to work out what went wrong and how to avoid future drone attacks as Hezbollah steps up its rocket volleys, launching hundreds of missiles into Israel in the last few days as the Jewish state continues to blanket bomb
(2024-10-15). PTI Balochistan President Daud Shah arrested. gnnhd.tv 
PTI Balochistan President Daud Shah under 3MPO because of a threat to peace…
(2024-10-15). President Maduro on October 12: 'Nothing To Celebrate—Neither Hispanic Day nor Race Day'. orinocotribune.com 
During the great Indigenous and Afro-descendant march commemorating the Day of Indigenous Resistance in Venezuela, President Nicolás Maduro said in an interview that there is nothing to celebrate this October 12th and recalled that the greatest genocide in the history of humanity has been ongoing since 1492. | "Fascism is the heir and direct expression of colonialism," said the president during the march. "Today's fascism is the heir of the worst in the history of humanity. We are the heirs of the most noble and beautiful resistance: the heirs of Guaicaipuro, which represents our dignity. We are the revolutionari…
(2024-10-15). Musk spent $1bn on coup attempt — Maduro. rt.com 
The billionaire distributed the money to "fascists" through opposition figure Maria Corina Machado, the Venezuelan leader has claimed | Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has accused tech tycoon Elon Musk of "investing" at least $1 billion in inciting violence in the South American country after the presidential election earlier this year. | Maduro was declared the winner of the July 28 poll by the national election authorities, though the US claimed that victory had been stolen from opposition
(2024-10-15). Maduro accuses Musk of spending $1bn on coup attempt. rt.com The billionaire distributed the money to "fascists" through opposition figure Maria Corina Machado, the Venezuelan leader has claimed | Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has accused tech tycoon Elon Musk of "investing" at least $1 billion in inciting violence in the South American nation after the presidential election earlier this year. | Maduro was declared the winner of the July 28 poll by the national election authorities, even as the US claimed that victory had been stolen from opposition
(2024-10-15). Cuban film show in Caracas to celebrate National Culture Day. plenglish.com Caracas, Oct 15 (Prensa Latina) In a joint effort by the Cuban Embassy in Venezuela and the local Cinematheque, Cuban films will be screened here from October 16 through 20, to celebrate Cuba's Culture Day on the 20th.
(2024-10-15). Venezuela: Opposition Party Justice First Will Not Support 'Government in Exile'. orinocotribune.com The Venezuelan far-right political party Justice First (PJ) approved a resolution agreeing not to support any "government in exile." This was revealed to Globovisión television station by internal sources of the political organization. | PJ members signed a document in which they ratified their decision not to support a "government in exile" despite pressure from a wing of the party. | They also said that they would not support additional sanctions against Venezuela, given that they threaten Venezuela's stability. | "Yesterday, we defeated them. We approved a document stating that we will not support any governme…
(2024-10-15). Venezuela's Attorney General: Lula & Boric Were Co-opted by the CIA. orinocotribune.com The Attorney General of Venezuela, Tarek William Saab, pointed to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Chilean President Gabriel Boric as the "two spokesmen" of the Latin American left co-opted by the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). | The head of the Public Prosecutor's Office said that it has been "proven" that the Chilean president is a "CIA agent" and that "he is being followed now," according to Saab, by the Brazilian president who was also co-opted. | The prosecutor also said that the Brazilian president "is not the same. I met him in the Orinoco oil belt when I was governor of…
(2024-10-15). Israel's expanding wars is pushing Iran towards nuclear weapons. newarab.com 
In Ir…
(2024-10-15). Lebanon: Over 400,000 children displaced by war in past 3 weeks. newarab.com 
Israel has escalated its campaign against Lebanon-based Hezbollah, including launching a ground invasion, after a year of exchanges of fire during its war with Hamas in…
(2024-10-15). Israeli strikes on Gaza kill dozens as Lebanon bombing continues. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). Truths That Come Out Like The Sun. popularresistance.org The Israelis are not at war with the Palestinians of Gaza, just as the Reich was not at war with the Jews of Europe. Genocide is something different, and it is always important to name things properly if we are to understand them as they are. But there has indeed been a war raging this past year. It is not as bloody as what Palestinians now endure, and what the Lebanese now seem to be in for, but it is arguably just as consequential. This is our war for the truth against those who would bury it in the cause of distorting events, burying reality itself and, specifically, of shielding those who conduct the genocide…
(2024-10-15). Pentagon Confirms US Troops To Operate THAAD Missile Defense In Israel. popularresistance.org The US military will send a missile defense battery and troops to operate it in Israel, the Pentagon said on 13 October, amid warnings from Iran that Washington should keep all US military forces out of Israel. | US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin authorized the deployment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery at the direction of President Joe Biden, the Pentagon said in a statement. | The US is seeking to help bolster Israel's air defenses following a large-scale Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israeli airbases on 1 October. Tehran launched the ballistic missile barrage in retaliation for…
(2024-10-15). As demand for AI grows, Google signs nuclear deal to power data centers. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a crucial step toward meeting the growing energy requirements of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, Google has announced its first venture into nuclear power by striking an agreement to acquire electricity from Kairos Power, a startup company that is focused on developing small modular reactors (SMRs) with support from the government.With a proposal to provide 500 megawatts (MW) of nuclear power to grids in the United States by the year 2035, the first stationary nuclear reactor (SMR) from Kairos Power is anticipated to be operational by the year 2030.There was no disclosure made by the comp…
(2024-10-15). Putin Enters Taiwan Battlefield, Puts Nuclear Weapons Between USA & Taipei As China Surrounds It. hindustantimes.com The Russian MoD on Oct 14 released a video claiming to show joint naval drills with China after Beijing deployed fighter jets and warships to encircle Taiwan. Beijing said the drills were aimed at sending a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces on the self-ruled island. Watch this video for all the details.
(2024-10-15). Israel's War on the United Nations. dissidentvoice.org The United Nations is an easy body to hate. At times, it seems to be effusion without substance, body with no backbone. It was conceived in a fit of post-war idealism, when egos were humbled and hatred briefly stemmed. Over the ruins of the Second World War, the builders were favoured over the destroyers and …
(2024-10-15). Israel denies it will stop targeting Beirut, could strike soon. newarab.com 
A senior "Israel attacks everywhere in Lebanon, including Beirut. We proved this recently, and we will prove it again in the coming days, in accordance with operational considerations," the official said. | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netany…
(2024-10-15). Iran Condemns Israeli Attack on Gaza Hospital Tent Camp. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson strongly condemned the Zionist regime's deadly airstrike on a hospital complex in central Gaza where displaced Palestinians had sought shelter, denouncing the attack as a blatant example of war crimes.
(2024-10-15). 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.
(2024-10-15). 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.
(2024-10-15). US-Israeli spy cell promoted normalization with Tel Aviv, gathered intel. on Yemen targets: Report. presstv.ir Report reveals how a US-Israeli spy cell tried to promote normalization of Yemen's relations with the Israeli regime and gather intelligence for Saudi airstrikes against the nation.
(2024-10-15). One year after 7 October, Gilbert Achcar discusses the future of Gaza, Lebanon, and the regional conflict. internationalviewpoint.org A year after the beginning of the genocidal Israeli war on Gaza and with the launch of Israel's assault on Lebanon, UK academic Gilbert Achcar describes possible future scenarios | – | / |
(2024-10-15). Ballistic missile alerts in Tel Aviv, Ben Gurion airport halts flights. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – According to the Israeli military, sirens were activated in warning of ballistic missiles headed for Tel Aviv from Lebanon. The suspension of aviation traffic at Ben Gurion Airport was verified by Israeli media.The sirens were activated across central Israel, including Tel Aviv, in response to the cross-border missile launches from Lebanon, according to Israeli Army Radio.Additionally, the military said, "We detected three missile launches from Lebanon, all of which were intercepted." The Israeli army responded by confirming that they had targeted the attack's missile launch location.Israeli media agen…
(2024-10-15). The role of Lebanon's army as Israel wages war on Hezbollah. newarab.com 
On 3 October, Israeli military forces struck a Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) post in Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon, During the incident, and for the first time since hostilities began in October 2023, Lebanese soldiers
(2024-10-15). Are Lebanon attacks 'revenge' for Hezbollah's Haifa army strike. newarab.com 
Lebanese have been bracing for further 'revenge attacks' by Israeli forces, following a At least 18 people were killed in an Israeli strike on northern Lebanon on Monday, the Lebanese Red Cross said, well outside the conflict zone in the south, with fears…
(2024-10-15). Israeli airstrike in north Lebanon village kills 22. newarab.com 
At least 22 people were killed in an The death toll gradually climbed as the Lebanese Red Cross and rescuers pulled bodies out of the rubble in Aito, a village in the Christian-majority Zgharta district. Rescue efforts continued Monday evening. | The official National News Agency said Israel targeted a "residential apartment" in the village. | A Lebanese security official told AFP the building "housed families displaced from Lebanon'
(2024-10-15). Israeli strikes destroy Lebanon's historic Nabatieh market. newarab.com 
The air strikes on Nabatieh on Saturday night killed at least one person and wounded four others. | Nabatieh has in recent weeks become a refuge for Lebanese people displaced from other areas in the south, however Israeli forces have now warned people to evacuate from there. | Lebanon's Civil Defenc…
(2024-10-15). UN draft resolution seeks Hezbollah disarmament, Lebanon reforms. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). Flames, smoke across southern Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes. presstv.ir Israeli warplanes conducted large-scale strikes on Hezbollah targets.
(2024-10-15). Hezbollah's guided missiles afflict casualties on Israeli forces advancing in S Lebanon. presstv.ir Hezbollah carries out a successful retaliatory strike against a group of Israeli forces advancing towards a town in Lebanon's extreme south.
(2024-10-15). Iran, Oman call for urgent international action to stop Israeli genocide in Gaza, Lebanon. presstv.ir The Iranian and Omani foreign ministers call for an immediate international intervention to end Israel's genocide and aggression in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-15). Israel's Netanyahu vows to hit Hezbollah with no mercy after deadly drone attack. scmp.com Israel expanded its targets in its war with Hezbollah in Lebanon, killing at least 21 people in a strike on a Christian town in the north.
(2024-10-15). UN Warns of 'Lost Generation' as 400,000 Lebanese Children Displaced by Conflict. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-15). Hezbollah Launches Retaliatory Strikes on Advancing Israeli Forces in Southern Lebanon. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Lebanon's Hezbollah resistance movement announced a successful retaliatory operation against Israeli forces advancing towards a southern Lebanese town on Monday.
(2024-10-15). After Gaza, Israel brings war to Lebanon. fidh.org
(2024-10-15). Motaz Azaiza, Journalist from Gaza, on Photographing War & Making "Art from the Pain" indybay.org "I never expected the world will know my name [because of] a genocide of my people," says Palestinian photojournalist Motaz Azaiza, who gained international acclaim for his work during the first 108 days of Israel's brutal assault on Gaza. Since evacuating in January, Azaiza has brought his advocacy for Palestinian rights around the world. Democracy Now! speaks to him from Washington, D.C., where he has just wrapped up a nationwide speaking tour titled "Gaza Through My Lens" in support of UNRWA USA. "Israel is targeting our children. Israel is targeting our babies, targeting our mothers, targeting our families. I…
(2024-10-15). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2024-10-15). Asmongold under fire over saying Palestinians are inferior. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Twitch streamer and partner Asmongold is under fire across social media including X (formerly known as Twitter) for saying that Palestinians have an inferior culture compared to people living in the West triggering a swarm of comments judging the streamer over his insensitive remarks about the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023. During the nearly two-minute clip, he added, "They have genocide built into Sharia law right now, so no I'm not going to cry a fu**ing river when people who have genocide baked into their laws, are being genocided." "These people are not your allies, they are…
(2024-10-15). Korean author Han Kang awarded 2024 Nobel in Literature. ummid.com The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature has been conferred on South Korean author Han Kang for her work on the fragility of human life.
(2024-10-15). Poland Expecting Kiev Regime's Total Defeat, Planning for War with Russia. globalresearch.ca As the Kiev regime forces are
(2024-10-15). Israel's War on the United Nations. globalresearch.ca The United Nations is an easy body to hate. At times, it seems to be effusion without substance, body with no backbone. It was conceived in a fit of post-war idealism, when egos were humbled and hatred briefly stemmed. Over …
(2024-10-15). On brink of war with Iran, US Labor Secretary heads to Seattle in effort to shut down Boeing strike. wsws.org The White House is determined to shut down a strike against a major defense contractor on the eve of a major war.
(2024-10-15). German Chancellor Scholz announces new arms deliveries for Ukraine and Israel. wsws.org The German government is playing a key role in the escalation of the war fronts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
(2024-10-15). The October conspiracy: Biden administration escalates toward war with Iran. wsws.org With less than three weeks before the 2024 presidential election, the Biden administration has deployed US combat troops to Israel as part of an agreement with the Netanyahu government to attack Iran.
(2024-10-15). One year since the defeat of Australian Labor's Voice referendum. wsws.org The Voice project was an attempt to exploit the widespread popular support for measures to address the appalling conditions of most indigenous people, in order to advance what was actually a pro-war and pro-business agenda.
(2024-10-15). Biden-Harris Send More U.S. Arms and Troops to the Middle East. internationalviewpoint.org As Israel has continued to expand its war in the Middle East, the administration of President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris has continued to provide military aid and to increase its military forces in the region to support Israel. | – | / |
(2024-10-15). Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Africa launch a global initiative to galvanise political commitment to international humanitarian law and call for a high-level meeting to uphold humanity in war in 2026. icrc.org 27 September 2024…
(2024-10-15). Up to a dozen Tory MPs consider quitting over Labour's second job crackdown. leftfootforward.org A number of Tory MPs are said to be furious at the proposals and have threated to quit before the next general election.
(2024-10-15). Meaningful, long-term change cannot be achieved unless we fix our political system too. leftfootforward.org Labour won the election with promises to partially reform the Lords, clean up politics, and improve access to elections.
(2024-10-15). African officials to attend first ministerial forum in Russia. rt.com 
The event is a step toward improving Moscow's relations with countries on the continent, according to its organizers | The first ministerial conference of the Russia-Africa partnership forum, taking place next month in Sochi, will focus on collaboration in a variety of areas, including defense, trade, education, healthcare, and food security, the organizer Roscongress Foundation has announced. | The two-day event, from November 9 to 10, is being held to implement decisions reached at the second Russia-Africa Summit held last summer in Saint Petersburg, Roscongress said in a press release on Tuesday. | Accordin…
(2024-10-15). Will the Middle East wars spiral into a global economic meltdown? rt.com 
All-out conflict in the oil-rich region could drive energy prices through the roof, causing a chain reaction | It has been over a year since the tragic attack by Palestinian groups on Israel on October 7. During this time, the conflict has expanded significantly, affecting not only Israel and Gaza, but also neighboring countries, particularly Iran. | Ground operations, strikes on civilian infrastructure, and prolonged military actions, including direct exchanges between Iran and Israel, have worsened the humanitarian situation in the region. | The international community has made repeated attempts to mediate t…
(2024-10-15). Hungary warns it could veto EU's Russia sanctions. rt.com 
Budapest could block the measures if it loses its exemptions on Russian energy supplies, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has said | Hungary could block EU sanctions on Russia if the union's policies jeopardize its own energy security, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has warned. Budapest will only permit the imposition of restrictions if they retain current exemptions on Russian energy supplies, he said. | The EU prohibited the transport of Russian crude oil by sea in December 2022 as part of its large-scale sanctions campaign against Moscow over the Ukraine conflict. However, landlocked Hungary, Slovakia and…
(2024-10-15). North Korea has 'clear evidence' South behind drone provocation. rt.com 
Kim Yo-jong, a senior official and the sister of the country's leader, has warned Seoul that it "will have to pay a dear price" | Pyongyang has proof that Seoul was behind the launch of several drones over North Korea earlier this month, Kim Yo Jong, a senior official and the sister of leader Kim Jong Un, has claimed. | The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) claimed last Friday that there had been at least three incidents of late — on October 3, 9 and 10 — when UAVs dropped propaganda leaflets over the North Korean capital. | On Monday, the country's military blew up sections of roads leadi…
(2024-10-15). Zelensky wants West to fight Russia — exiled Ukrainian opposition leader. rt.com 
More European nations could soon face mobilization, higher taxes, and other restrictions, according to Viktor Medvedchuk | Parts of Europe could be turned into "a concentration camp" as Kiev tries to provoke a war between the West and Russia, exiled Ukrainian opposition leader Viktor Medvedchuk has warned. | Writing in an article for the Other Ukraine news outlet on Monday, Medvedchuk suggested that the primary goal of Vladimir Zelensky's so-called 'victory plan' — which he has been touting to Kiev's foreign backers — is to push the collective West "into a war with Russia under the leadership of Ukra…
(2024-10-15). North Korea blows up roads to South — Seoul (VIDEOS). rt.com 
The country's military previously warned it would disconnect the two parts of the peninsula in response to Seoul allegedly flying drones over Pyongyang | North Korea has blown up sections of roads leading to South Korea, effectively disconnecting the two countries, according to the military in Seoul. | Explosives were detonated on the northern side of the border on Monday, the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said in a statement, as quoted by the Yonhap news agency. | "North Korea has detonated parts of the Gyeongui and Donghae roads north of the Military Demarcation Line at around noon," the statement…
(2024-10-15). Trump opens largest betting lead over Harris. rt.com 
Multiple election prediction platforms have shifted toward the Republican candidate | Donald Trump has opened up his largest lead over Kamala Harris in the betting odds for the White House just three weeks before the November election. | Both US and international betting markets shifted in favor of a Trump victory over the weekend, with prediction sites like BetOnline, Polymarket, PredictIt, and Kalshi all showing Trump's presidential chances ahead of those of the Democratic nominee and current vice president. | It's the first time Trump has been on top of the betting market since the September 10 presidential…
(2024-10-15). Banning Debit Card Surcharges Could Save $500 Million A Year If Traders Don't Claw Back The Money In Other Ways #Banning #Debit #Card #Surcharges #Save #$500 #Million #Year #Traders #Don't #Claw #Back #Money #Other #Ways #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In a move that could reshape how Australians pay for everyday purchases, the federal government is preparing to ban businesses from slapping surcharges on debit card …
(2024-10-15). Fair-Minded, Down To Earth And Unusually Gifted: George Negus Dies At 82 #Fair-Minded, #Earth #Unusually #Gifted: #George #Negus #Dies #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | George Negus, who has died at the age of 82, belonged to the nomenclatura of Australian television current affairs journalism. | He first came to prominence as a member …
(2024-10-15). South Africa's Unity Government Won't Dent Poverty And Inequality If It Follows The Same Old Policies Sociologist #South #Africa's #Unity #Government #Won't #Dent #Poverty #Inequality #Follows #Same #Policies #Sociologist #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A recent poll by the Social Research Foundation , a think thank, found that 60% of South Africans thought the government of national unity was working well. It also …
(2024-10-15). Ray Mccauley, The Bodybuilder Turned Pastor Who Introduced The Prosperity Gospel To A New South Africa #Mccauley, #Bodybuilder #Turned #Pastor #Introduced #Prosperity #Gospel #South #Africa #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | News of the passing of South African pastor Ray McCauley on 8 October was met by a flood of tributes from across the spectrum of society, from President Cyril Ramaphosa …
(2024-10-15). Religious Hate Crimes In England And Wales Are At A Record High But Many Still Go Unreported #Religious #Hate #Crimes #England #Wales #Record #Many #Still #Unreported #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Religious hate crimes in England and Wales are at record levels . New Home Office statistics reveal that although hate crime overall saw an annual decrease of 5% in the …
(2024-10-15). We Tend To Keep Away From Midges And Even When In Swarms They Tend To Keep Away From Each Other #Tend #Keep #Away #Midges #Even #When #Swarms #They #Tend #Keep #Away #Each #Other #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | We've all found ourselves trying to avoid the swarms of midges that are so common in late summer. But as you try to avoid them, what you may not know is that they are …
(2024-10-15). People Displaced By Hurricanes Face Anxiety And A Long Road To Recovery, US Census Surveys Show " Smarter, Targeted Policies Could Help #People #Displaced #Hurricanes #Face #Anxiety #Long #Road #Recovery, #Census #Surveys #Show #Smarter, #Targeted #Policies #Help #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The trauma of natural disasters doesn't end when the storm or wildfire is gone, or even when communities are being put back together and homes have been rebuilt. | For …
(2024-10-15). 'Childless Cat Ladies' Is A Political Catchphrase That Doesn't Match Reality " Democrats And Republicans Have Similar Demographics And Experiences When It Comes To Parenthood #'Childless #Ladies' #Political #Catchphrase #That #Doesn't #Match #Reality #Democrats #Republicans #Have #Similar #Demographics #Experiences #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance infamously said in 2021 that the Democratic Party is run by a bunch of childless cat ladies who are miserable at their …
(2024-10-15). On Crime And Justice, Trump And Harris Records Differ Widely #Crime #Justice, #Trump #Harris #Records #Differ #Widely #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Though crime and criminal justice policy are central issues in many elections, that's not true in 2024. Surveys show that relatively few American voters rank crime as …
(2024-10-15). Candidate Experience Matters In Elections, But Not The Way You Think #Candidate #Experience #Matters #Elections, #Think #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Ever since he was chosen as Donald Trump's running mate back in July, U.S. Sen. JD Vance, a Republican from Ohio, has come under a level of scrutiny typical for a vice …
(2024-10-15). This Course Explores The History Of Contested Presidential Elections #This #Course #Explores #History #Contested #Presidential #Elections #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. | Title of course: | Contested U.S. …
(2024-10-15). Albanese Government Promises To Ban 'Dodgy' Trading Practices #Albanese #Government #Promises #'Dodgy' #Trading #Practices #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Hard on the heels of pledging a crackdown on excessive surcharges, the Albanese government has promised legislation to ban unfair trading practices. | The government …
(2024-10-15). Speakers, Vacuums, Doorbells And Fridges The Government Plans To Make Your 'Smart Things' More Secure #Speakers, #Vacuums, #Doorbells #Fridges #Government #Plans #Make #Your #'Smart #Things' #More #Secure #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The Australian government has introduced its first-ever standalone cyber security act . Along with two other cyber security bills, it's currently being reviewed by a …
(2024-10-15). UK's Johnson Told Putin in 2021 Ukraine Would Not Join NATO in Near Future — Reports. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Then-UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson allegedly tried to reassure Russian President Vladimir Putin in the fall of 2021 that Ukraine would not join NATO in the foreseeable future, The Daily Express reported on Tuesday, citing the book "War" by US journalist Bob Woodward.
(2024-10-15). Prisoner of war says Ukraine has no missiles for anti-tank systems. tass.com Yevgeny Khotenko noted that he did not want to cross into the Kursk Region…
(2024-10-15). Ukraine War Day #965: Better To Be Child-Free Than Raise A Furry! awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
(2024-10-15). Powder Keg in the Pacific. tomdispatch.com While the world looks on with trepidation at regional wars in Israel and Ukraine, a far more dangerous global crisis is quietly building at the other end of Eurasia, along an island chain that has served as the front line for America's national defense for endless decades. Just as Russia's invasion of Ukraine has revitalized the NATO alliance, so China's increasingly aggressive behavior and a sustained U.S. military build-up in the region have strengthened Washington's position on the Pacific littoral, bringing several wavering allies back into the Western fold. Yet such seeming strength contains both a heightene…
(2024-10-15). Prince Harry-Meghan Markle Headed For Divorce? Report Says Sussexes Have A 'Blueprint For Separate Lives' #Prince #Harry-Meghan #Markle #Headed #Divorce? #Report #Sussexes #Have #'Blueprint #Separate #Lives' #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry , and his wife, Duchess Meghan Markle, have been plagued by divorce speculations as each continues to attend events alone; reports said the …
(2024-10-15). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 963. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 963rd day, these are the main developments.
(2024-10-15). Is 2024, 1968 All Over Again? counterpunch.org 
Writing recently in the LA Progressive, Stephen Rhode lamented: I learned an important lesson in 1968. My conscience could not allow me to vote for [Democratic Party nominee and serving Vice-President] Humphrey because of his unflinching support of President Lyndon Johnson's dangerous escalation of that illegal war. So I voted for Dick Gregory, the Freedom and
(2024-10-15). Trio awarded Nobel Prize in economics. ecns.cn The Nobel Prize in economics has been awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson "for studies of how institutions are formed and affect prosperity".
(2024-10-15). Museum dedicated to sci-fi writer opens. ecns.cn China launched its first literary museum dedicated to Liu Cixin, a renowned science fiction writer and Hugo Award winning novelist, in Yangquan, Shanxi province, on Sunday.
(2024-10-15). Russia exported over 5.5 bln kWh in 9M 2024 — Inter RAO. tass.com Russia is not supplying any significant electricity volumes to China, Panina noted, stressing at the same time that she looks forward to growth of exports in winter…
(2024-10-15). India summons Canadian diplomat over allegations against Indian envoy. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- India summoned Stewart Wheeler, Canada's Deputy High Commissioner, after Ottawa named Indian High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma as a "person of interest" in the investigation into the killing of Khalistani activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The move came hours after India issued a strongly-worded statement, rejecting the accusations and calling them "preposterous." New Delhi accused Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of engaging in "vote bank politics" and failing to curb separatist activities within Canada.The diplomatic escalation follows a series of disputes between the two countries, including Can…
(2024-10-15). Video: Disturbing footage of Knife-wielding woman shot dead by police officer. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A shocking bodycam footage recently swarmed social media platforms of a US woman residing in Virginia attacking a Fairfax County police officer with a knife moments before she got shot three times and killed. The woman in question is Sydney Wilson who was met with a cop knocking on her apartment door at 10 a.m. Sept. 16, 2024, to perform a welfare check. After the police officer identified himself, Wilson closed the door but minutes later opened it again with a knife in her hands and started swinging at the officer, as reported by NBC Washington. According to the footage circulating on X (formerly know…
(2024-10-15). Italy begins controversial migrant transfers to Albania. newarab.com 
Italy on Monday began transferring Sixteen migrants, all male, were aboard the Italian navy's Libra patrol vessel en route to Albania and expected to arrive Wednesday morning, a government source told AFP. | The would-be asylum seekers, 10 from Bangladesh and six from Egypt, were rescu…
(2024-10-15). UK sanctions Iranian military figures following attack on Israel. newarab.com 
Britain has imposed sanctions against Iranian individuals and organisations after The sanctions target senior figures in Iran's army, air force and organisations linked to Iran's ballistic and cruise missile development. | "Despite repeated warnings, the dangerous actions of Iran and its proxies are driving further escalation in the Middle East," British Foreign Minister David Lammy said in a statement. | "Following its ballistic missile att…
(2024-10-15). How a war between Israel and Iran could impact oil prices. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). Egypt unveils new $14m plan to protect the Red Sea's coral reefs. newarab.com 
Egypt has recently In collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Global Fund for Coral Reefs, and the United States Agenc…
(2024-10-15). Arab American PAC rejects Trump, Harris over support for Israel. newarab.com 
The Arab American Political Action Committee said on Monday it will not endorse The
(2024-10-15). 'Back from the dead?' Iran Quds Force leader Qaani re-emerges. newarab.com 
Iranian commander Esmail Qaani on Tuesday appeared in public after weeks of absence to attend the funeral ceremony for general Nilforoushan, a general in Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), was killed in an
(2024-10-15). EU sanctions Iran over ballistic missiles for Russia. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). Israel expands use of 'suicide robots' in north Gaza assault. newarab.com 
Israel has ramped up its use of A report
(2024-10-15). Israel says Iran attack caused costliest damage since 7 October. newarab.com 
This makes it the most expensive attack since The 1 October airstrike prompted around 2,500 claims for compensation, with more than half related to damage to apartments and businesses, particularly in northern Tel A…
(2024-10-15). Nile River pact enters into force despite Egypt objections. newarab.com 
A landmark multinational agreement on managing the waters of the Nile River has entered into force – over the vehement objections of Egypt. | The Nile River Basin Cooperative Framework Agreement (CFA) took effect on Sunday after more than a decade of negotiations among countries that share the mighty river. | The Nile Basin Initiative – a partnership of 10 Nile riparian countries based in the Ugandan town of Entebbe – described the CFA as a "defining moment" in the history of the Nile Basin. | "(The agreement) is a testament to our collective determination to harness the Nile River for the benefit of all, ensu…
(2024-10-15). Pro-Palestine protesters arrested outside NY Stock Exchange. newarab.com 
About 200 demonstrators protesting The protesters chanted "Let Gaza live!" and "Up up with liberation, down down with occupation! in front of the stock exchange's landmark building in lower Manhattan. | "The reason we're here is to demand that the US government stop sending bombs to Israel and stop profiti…
(2024-10-15). Rights groups urged Egypt to investigate ex-detainee's death. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). Is Syria next in Israel's crosshairs after Quneitra incursion. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). UN experts alarmed by treatment of migrants in Tunisia. newarab.com 
Migrants, refugees and human trafficking victims face alarming treatment in Tunisia, United Nations experts warned Monday. | They said human rights violations were taking place during rescue operations at sea, as people try to cross the Mediterranean to Europe, and in transfers to border areas with neighbouring Algeria and Libya. | "We have received shocking reports detailing dangerous manoeuvres when intercepting migrants, refugees and asylum seekers at sea; physical violence, including beatings, threats of use of firearms; removal of engines and fuel; and capsizing of boats," the experts said in a statement.
(2024-10-15). Unexploded Israeli bombs: a hidden death for Gaza's displaced. newarab.com 
In front of a group of displaced children in In the show, Daqqa plays the role of a little girl wandering through the rubble of destroyed homes in search of her lost toy, and suddenly fell to the ground pretending to have been killed. | Abu Daqqa, who works at the Tamer…
(2024-10-15). Iran says 'no grounds' for indirect talks with US. newarab.com 
Iran said Monday it currently sees "no grounds" for its indirect talks with the United States via intermediary Oman, citing the crisis in the Middle East. | In June, Tehran said it had engaged in indirect talks with Washington via Muscat, despite the two countries having no diplomatic relations. | US news website Axios reported at the time that officials from Iran and the United States held indirect talks in Oman "on how to avoid escalating regional attacks". | On Monday, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited the Gulf sultanate as part of a regional tour in which he met allies and Middle East powers a…
(2024-10-15). Palestinians patients burned alive as Israel bombs Gaza hospital. newarab.com 
An The courtyard of the hospital in Deir Al-Balah was filled with makeshift tents housing displaced Palestinians who had nowhere else to go, following repeated forced evacuation orders from the Israeli army…
(2024-10-15). Turkish-American Daron Acemoglu wins Nobel economics prize. newarab.com 
Turkish-American academic Daron Acemoglu won the 2024 Nobel economics prize "for studies of how institutions are formed and affect prosperity", the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said on Monday. | U.S.-based academics Simon Johnson and James Robinson also won the prize. | The prestigious award, formally known as the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel, is the final prize to be given out this year and is worth 11 million Swedish crowns ($1.1 million). | "Reducing the vast differences in income between countries is one of our time's greatest challenges. The laureates have de…
(2024-10-15). Taking stock of October 7: The view from the Arab world. newarab.com 
(2024-10-15). A deadly billion-dollar grave. indybay.org If war is the "father of all things," then profit is its grandfather. For it was profit that first created the pressure on states to acquire more and more and ever more expensive weapons… From today's perspective, an end to all wars seems unlikely. What has proven to be such a good business is hard to kill…
(2024-10-15). Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Media launches global harmony initiative to celebrate cultural diversity. tvbrics.com 
This move will further social cohesion, raise cultural awareness, and develop cultural tourism…
(2024-10-15). 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.
(2024-10-15). 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.
(2024-10-15). Russian, Chinese warships conduct joint drills in Pacific Ocean. presstv.ir Russian and Chinese warships have carried out anti-submarine firing exercises in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.
(2024-10-15). Hamas: Israeli onslaught, siege meant to clear northern Gaza of Palestinians. presstv.ir A senior Hamas official says the Israeli military onslaught on the northern Gaza Strip is meant to clear the area of Palestinians and displace them towards south.
(2024-10-15). IRGC says US warships, bases 'within range', warns of retaliation if provoked. presstv.ir An advisor to the chief commander of the IRGC has warned the US against committing any "foolish act" vis-à -vis Iran.
(2024-10-15). What Is Plato's Symposium, The Classic Book Drawn Into The Gender Queer Culture Wars? #What #Plato's #Symposium, #Classic #Book #Drawn #Into #Gender #Queer #Culture #Wars? #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | It was probably inevitable, but is deeply sad, that Plato's Symposium (circa 380 BCE), has been drawn into the culture wars. A dialogue of great complexity and …
(2024-10-15). Two Russian Missile Carriers In Black Sea #Russian #Missile #Carriers #Black #Passport #Passenegers #Visa #Airports #Hotel. menafn.com (MENAFN – UkrinForm) As of 6: 00, October 15, Russia has three warships in the Black Sea, including two missile carriers capable of launching up to eight Kalibr missiles. | The General Staff of …
(2024-10-15). Cuban president leads pro-Palestinian march in Havana. aljazeera.com Scheduled for October 7 to mark one year since Israel's war on Gaza, the rally was postponed due to Hurricane Milton.
(2024-10-15). Activists warn of dangers as Hong Kong zoo probes monkey deaths. aljazeera.com Hong Kong's oldest zoo park seals off section following death of nine monkeys.
(2024-10-15). Taiwan reports surrounded by 153 Chinese military aircraft during drills. aljazeera.com Exercises raise regional tension warns Taipei; US slams war games as it launches drills with Philippines.
(2024-10-15). Doctor pleads with world after attack on Gaza hospital grounds. aljazeera.com Mohammed Tahir, a UK doctor on his third medical mission to Gaza, pleads with the world to do more to end the war.
(2024-10-15). Palestinians in Gaza face asbestos danger from war rubble. aljazeera.com Asbestos in the vast piles of rubble left by Israel's relentless bombardment of Gaza is a threat to Palestinians.
(2024-10-15). Arrests of Palestinian journalists since start of Israel-Gaza war. Doja Daoud
(2024-10-15). Poland to Suspend Asylum Only to Undocumented Migrants – Interior Minister. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW/WARSAW (Sputnik) – Poland intends to suspend the granting of asylum only to undocumented migrants while those who cross the border legally to seek asylum will continue to receive them, Polish Interior Minister Tomasz Siemoniak said on Tuesday.
(2024-10-15). Global Public Debt Hurtling Towards $100 Trillion By End of 2024 – IMF. sputnikglobe.com The excessive spending policies of the administration of US President Joe Biden could lead to a fiscal "train wreck" as soon as 2025, former World Bank President David Malpass warned in May, adding that ballooning government debt was draining global resources into a narrow set of US government priorities and beneficiaries…
(2024-10-15). Israeli Army Uses Detained Palestinians as Human Shields in Life-Threatening Gaza Missions. sputnikglobe.com As Israel continues its war against Hamas in Gaza, it has repeatedly carried out deadly strikes on medical facilities and refugee camps, leading to a staggering civilian death toll, with reports of thousands of Palestinians being held in custody indefinitely in inhumane conditions…
(2024-10-15). Muslim Parents Beware: Cocomelon Will Liquify Your Child's Brain. muslimskeptic.com In the modern world, technology-driven entertainment is a highly lucrative business, to the extent that corporate executives will go to almost any length to ensure its financial success, even if that means exploiting and harming the minds of young children. Moonbug Entertainment is one such company. It owns one of—if not the—most popular entertainment channel …
(2024-10-15). Greens Declare War on Growing Your Own Greens. wattsupwiththat.com Many green extremists seem to take the view that anything humans do, including growing their own veg, is causing existential harm to the planet. What they really hate, some may conclude, are humans themselves. Treble bongs all round.
(2024-10-15). Former MK Ruth Wasserman Lande: The Real War Is Between Sunni and Shiite Islam. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-15). Eagles coach Nick Sirianni apologizes for his behavior toward fans at the Linc. whyy.org
(2024-10-15). 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 (…) | – |
(2024-10-15). 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.
(2024-10-15). China's Strategic War Games: A New Warning for Taiwan. devdiscourse.com In a bold military maneuver, China conducted intensive war games around Taiwan, drawing swift condemnation from both Taipei and Washington. The exercises, which included simulated attacks and naval deployments, were a stern warning against what China claims are Taiwan's "separatist acts."
(2024-10-15). Britain Freezes Security Talks with Georgia Amid Democratic Concerns. devdiscourse.com Britain has suspended its annual security dialogue with Georgia and cancelled other defense discussions due to concerns about democratic erosion in the country, according to Britain's ambassador to Tbilisi, Gareth Ward, during an interview released on Tuesday.
(2024-10-15). Tragic Drowning Incident Shakes Odisha Village. devdiscourse.com In a tragic event on Tuesday morning, a 13-year-old girl and her younger brother drowned in a pond in Odisha's Khurda district. The siblings, identified as Subhashree Jena and her brother Bhagirathi Jena, were bathing in a pond in Subala village on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar when the incident occurred.
(2024-10-15). Uganda receives UK support as Mpox cases race toward 100. independent.co.ug 
Mpox, also known as monkeypox, is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus, which spreads through close contact Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is set to benefit from a £1 million (Approx. Shs 4.9billion) contribution from the UK government to bolster its response to the growing Mpox outbreak, which has now reached 80 …
(2024-10-15). Taiwan details record surge in Chinese warplanes involved in war games. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-10-15). Culinary Class Wars renewed for 2nd season: 'We will do our best to return the love and fulfill expectations'. channelnewsasia.com The recently-concluded first season of the hit South Korean cooking competition dominated Netflix's viewership charts for multiple weeks.
(2024-10-15). US warns Iran to stop plotting against Trump, says US official. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-10-15). Corio ward councillor stands with Nevada Avenue residents against inappropriate development. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-10-15). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Emotional exhaustion: When your feelings feel overwhelming. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: Oct. 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Recently, I've been feeling physically and mentally drained from the demands of work, caregiving and other responsibilities. I struggle to find motivation and have trouble concentrating on tasks. Are there strategies to help me find emotional balance? ANSWER: Turning on the news or opening a newspaper to see local and world events can bring out strong emotions and stressors. In addition to the…
(2024-10-15). Mayo Clinic secures ARPA-H award to build a living pharmacy within the body for inflammatory disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rochester, Minn. — Mayo Clinic is the prime site for an ARPA-H award to develop an implantable device that acts as a living pharmacy, triggering a "cell factory" in the body to treat inflammatory disease. ARPA-H, short for Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, is an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services. It supports research for potentially transformative biomedical and health breakthroughs. The award for up to $42.8 million for Engage Assess…
(2024-10-15). Mayo Clinic, Carnegie Mellon researchers secure ARPA-H award for multiyear implantable device research for diabetes and obesity. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers will join collaborators on a federally-funded project to improve the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity.
(2024-10-15). Regenerative Medicine Minnesota awards 13 research grants for 2024. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regenerative Medicine Minnesota (RMM) has awarded 13 grants totalling $4.3 million to support discovery, development, translation and commercialization of regenerative medicine-based innovations to improve human health in Minnesota and beyond. The award-winning projects and awardees for 2024 are: Clinical Trial Award: Phase 1 Study of Intravenous Administration of Adeno-Associated Virus Gene Therapy for Individuals with Propionic Acidemia Michael Barry, Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Propionic acidemia (PA) is a severe metabolic disorder caused by mutations in the…
(2024-10-15). Top 10 questions about breast cancer answered. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Breast cancer receives much attention during October's awareness month. Although sightings of pink ribbons and breast cancer-related information increase during the month, it's crucial to keep screenings and clinical breast exams at the forefront of preventive care year-round. A Mayo Clinic Health System high-risk breast consultant and breast cancer awareness advocate shares the top 10 questions about breast cancer asked by people of all ages and backgrounds. Why do I need to worry about breast cancer…
The incident took place after Israel ordered UNIFIL troops to leave southern Lebanon | Two Israel Defense Forces (IDF) tanks destroyed the main gate of a UN peacekeeping base and illegally entered the facility on Sunday, the organization's mission in Lebanon has claimed. Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that UN troops would be in danger if they remained in Lebanon. | The incident took place at a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) base in Ramyah, near the Israel-Lebanon border, on Sunday morning, UNIFIL said in a statement. | "At around 4: 30 a.m., while peacekeepers were i…
The Thirty Seconds to Mars frontman has pledged to give concerts in the country when the conflict is over | American actor and singer Jared Leto insulted Ukraine when he said that he hoped to perform in Moscow and Kiev during peacetime, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has said. | The frontman of the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars gave a shout out to his Russian fans at a concert on Friday in the Serbian capital Belgrade, urging them to raise their hands in the air. Leto pledged to visit his Russian supporters in their homeland, saying that the group would go to St. Petersburg and Moscow, as well as Kiev, once…
The Russian foreign minister held consultations with the Vatican's special envoy in Moscow about finding a peaceful settlement of the Ukraine conflict | Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held talks with Pope Francis' Special Envoy, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, on Monday, the Russian Foreign Ministry has reported. | According to a statement published on the ministry's website, Lavrov met with the Vatican's emissary as part of a working visit by the latter to the Russian capital. The two are said to have held in-depth discussions "on cooperation in the humanitarian sphere in the context of the conflict around Ukr…
Officials on the island have condemned the exercise as "reckless" and "provocative" | Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has convened a national security meeting in response to large-scale drills by Beijing's forces around the self-ruled island. | In a statement on Monday, Presidential Office spokesperson Karen Kuo said that the Taiwanese military was "fully monitoring" Beijing's exercises, adding that Taipei remains committed to "maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region." | "China should face the reality of the existence of the Republic of China [Taiwan] and respect the T…
The exercise can only serve to ratchet up tensions amid the Ukraine conflict, Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov has said | NATO's latest nuclear exercise is untimely, considering the ongoing Ukraine conflict, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists on Monday. | The annual 'Steadfast Noon' drill, which was launched earlier in the day, involves around 2,000 military personnel, over 60 aircraft, and 13 members of the US-led military bloc. European NATO members are training to deploy US-provided weapons under the organization's nuclear sharing arrangement. | "Under the circumstances of a 'hot war' being waged…
Admitting Kiev into the US-led bloc could trigger a nuclear war, Slovak MEP Lubos Blaha has told RT | Ukrainian accession to NATO could result in nuclear war, Slovak MEP Lubos Blaha told RT on Monday during a visit to Moscow. Slovakia, a member of the US-led military bloc, previously vowed to stonewall Kiev's candidacy over fears of a conflict with Russia. | Blaha, a member of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's Social Democratic SMER-SD party, 
Dear Readers: | Greetings especially to my American Readers, for today is a Federal holiday. Formerly known as Columbus Day, it's now politically more correct to call it Indigenous Peoples Day. ⚪ Hopefully Readers have followed my past two days of Woke-World news, leading up to this holiday. We discussed Woke and DEI, and why the rulers are okay now with mentioning such unpleasant topics as the Indigenous Genocide that occurred when European settlers arrived on the shores of a new continent. | Th…
Over the past few years, numerous West African states have taken steps toward greater economic and security sovereignty, often in opposition to Western (specifically French) designs on the region.
An image of former Gurdwara President Jathedar Hardeep Singh Nijjar is displayed at the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara temple in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, on September 19, 2023. — AFP
By In recent developments, there have been numerous statements to the effect that Israel is at war with Iran. Israel is …
A spiritual and religious leader of the Bektashi Muslim sect, Baba Mondi, who is set to become the head of a new sovereign ministate planned by Last month, Albania's prime minister Edi Rama told the UN general assembly that his government intends to create a new state within the Albanian capital, which will consist of around 0.1 square kilometres, and be a "Vatican" for the syncretic Bektashi Sufi order. | The order…
A number of people were killed early on Monday in an Israeli airstrike on a school in the central Gaza Strip where displaced Palestinians were sheltering, Gory scenes from the school-turned-shelter in Deir al-Balah were shared online, showing individuals caught in the inferno as rescuers struggled to pull them out amid the blaze. | The Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Hospital said that at least four people were killed and dozens more wounded, some of them seriously. It was already struggling to treat victims of an earl…
World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said late Sunday that a WHO-Palestine Red Crescent operation had managed to resupply two "WHO and partners finally managed to reach Kamal Adwan and Al-Sahaba hospitals yesterday after 9 attempts this past week," he posted on social media platform X. | "The missions were completed amid ongoing hostilities," he added. | He said drivers…
Why has Bibi Netanyahu become the darling and idol of racist, neo-fascist and neo-Nazi right-wing scum in Europe and around the world? The answer is not difficult: these scum recognize themselves in him because they consider, quite rightly, that Bibi Netanyahu is flesh of their flesh. And not just because of his warlike and other 
Latin America's ambivalence toward holidays to commemorate the colonizers has taken a turn since 1992. The 500-year anniversary of Columbus' arrival corresponded with yet another form of colonialism, in many Latin Americans' eyes, as a new wave of multinational corporations colluded with heads of state to tap the continent's oil, lithium, water and avocados. 
Prologue: The ambiguous dream of Western civilization The idea of Western civilization has always been an ambiguous dream among rulers and thinkers in Europe and North America. It sounds good, yet industrialization, the two world wars of the twentieth century, and American planetary hegemony, all but transformed the idea of Western civilization into a dream. 
American officials were reportedly at a loss over how to respond to swarms of unidentified UAVs | An unidentified fleet of drones potentially spied on a US military airbase in Virginia after intruding into restricted airspace for 17 days last December, with the Pentagon powerless to stop them, the Wall Street Journal has revealed. | Swarms of drones were detected flying over Langley Air Force Base on Virginia's shoreline — one of the select US bases hosting F-22 Raptor stealth fighters — the WSJ 
The crisis in Sudan has led to a 0.4 pp decrease in estimates for 2024 GDP | The World Bank has lowered its economic growth forecast for Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), citing the collapse of Sudan's economy due to its escalating civil war as one reason for the decision. | According to the global financial institution's latest regional economic outlook report, the Africa Pulse, published on Monday, the region will likely grow by 3% this year, down from 3.4% projected in April. | "The downgrade is partly explained by the collapse of economic activity in Sudan caused by the armed conflict, which has destroyed physical…
The killing of a Sikh separatist leader last year sparked recriminations against New Delhi by the Trudeau-led government | India has expelled six Canadian diplomats, including High Commissioner Stewart Ross Wheeler, the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi said in a statement on Monday. The diplomats have been asked to leave India by Saturday. | The announcement came hours after New Delhi summoned the Canadian envoy and said it is 
The exercises will practice assaults against targets on the island, as well as blocking key ports and areas, according to the PLA | Beijing has launched joint army, navy, air force, and rocket force exercises around the island of Taiwan, a military spokesperson announced on Monday. | The combined drills will test the Chinese forces' joint capabilities and serve as a warning to Taiwanese separatist forces on the island, Senior Captain Li Xi, a spokesperson for the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command, said. | "On October 14, the PLA Eastern Theater Command is dispatching its army, navy, air fo…
Poland has accused Russia and Belarus of flooding its borders with migrants | Poland will temporarily ban refugees from seeking asylum in the country, Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced. Tusk accused Russia and Belarus of deliberately channeling tens of thousands of migrants across Poland's borders and into the EU. | In a speech in Warsaw on Saturday, Tusk said that he would present his new migration policy — which includes "the temporary territorial suspension of the right to asylum" — to the EU after unveiling it at a government meeting on Tuesday. | "I will demand this," he said. "I will dem…
ALBAWABA – Amid Hezbollah's drone attack on Israel's Golani Brigade last night which resulted in the killing of four Israeli soldiers and injuring more than 60, social media users on X (formerly known as Twitter) took to the platform and compared the incident in question to The Last Supper. The news in question took the world by storm last night as videos and posts about it swarmed social media. One user wrote, "The Last Supper. Brought to you with love, by Hezbollah." Following an AI photo of Israeli soldiers eating on a dining table while looking up at a drone. The Last Supper is a mural painted by the legendar…
Warning — footage is not for the faint-hearted, but the world must know Skwawkbox warns readers that what follows is horrific, but makes no apology for it. The world must be made aware and people in the UK will not be told by 'our' so-called mainstream media or government. Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David …
Content warning: this article contains graphic footage which some readers may find distressing Israel has committed another heinous, indescribable atrocity in Gaza — which Palestinians on the ground have captured in graphic footage. In horrifying scenes, a video of an Israeli military strike shows patients burning alive in tents inside the walls of Al-Aqsa Martyrs […] | By 
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BetKumi rewards customers in the 'BetKumi Efaayo' and Wangula Amajja Promotions. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | BetKumi, a new online betting platform in Uganda, unveiled its 'BetKumi Efaayo' promo through a roadshow around Kampala, aimed at rewarding their new and esteemed customers while marking the end of Customer Service Week on Friday. The 'BetKumi …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Famous Ugandan comedy duo, Madrat and Chiko, celebrated their 10th anniversary with an electrifying Uganda Waragi-sponsored show at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel on the eve of Uganda's Independence Day. The show marked with a stunning fireworks entrance, left revelers thrilled and eager for more as the duo delivered crack …