Rhoda Wilson (2024-05-07). The "bad flu" called covid came and went before the end of 2019. expose-news.com The 2020 covid pandemic was a pandemic of iatrogenic harm instigated by governments and aided by corporate media. Covid, in so far as it is in any way distinct, came and did …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-05-07). Half the US Senate notifies Biden they oppose WHO's Pandemic Treaty. expose-news.com Last Wednesday, 49 members of the US Senate threw down the gauntlet to President Joe Biden over his administration's secretive plan to make the World Health Organisation ("WHO") Dictator-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-05-07). TIME magazine's 100 most influential people in health. expose-news.com TIME magazine has published its "100 Most Influential People in Health in 2024" list. Here are some of the criminals stars of the show. TIME heads its list of notorious people: "In …

Ralph Nader (2024-05-07). The Summer of Student Activist Protests. counterpunch.org At many college campuses, students are protesting in opposition to the Biden Administration's unconditional backing, with weapons and diplomatic cover, of Netanyahu's continuing serial war crimes slaughtering tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, most of them children and women. Hundreds of faculty members are defending these valiant youngsters and criticizing excessively harsh crackdowns

Sam Pizzigati (2024-05-07). The Well-Heeled and Our Personal Well-Being. counterpunch.org Just what exactly happens when a society becomes substantially more unequal, when a few become fabulously richer than the many? Defenders of our deepest pockets have a ready answer. What happens when wealth starts concentrating at a society's summit? Nothing we need worry about. In fact, the richer our richest become, these cheerleaders for grand

Binoy Kampmark (2024-05-07). Pezzullo: The Warmonger Who Won't Go Away. counterpunch.org The compromised former top boss of the Australian civil service has the lick and smell of belligerence. Begrudgingly conceding error and when in office, a bully and meddler in party politics, an incessant advocate of threats visible and invisible, Mike Pezzulo switches into a warmonger's gear with ease. The former secretary of the Department of Home

Alejandra Marquez Guajardo (2024-05-07). Mexico Emerges as a Destination for Americans Seeking Reproductive Health Services…Not for the First Time. counterpunch.org When its six-week abortion ban went into effect on May 1, 2024, Florida joined nearly two dozen other U.S. states that ban abortion or greatly restrict it. These laws came into effect after the Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade ended nearly 50 years of the constitutional right to abortion in the

JACK MALOY, SEIJI YAMADA (2024-05-07). The 2024 NATO Summit, RIMPAC 2024, and the Filipino people's Struggle for Peace. counterpunch.org During the summer of 2024, the peace and justice community will need to resist U.S. imperial overreach around the world. The 2024 annual North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit will be held in Washington, DC from July 9 to 22. The Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) wargames will be held on and around Hawai ªi from June

Melvin Goodman (2024-05-07). Nuclear Uncertainty Has Replaced Nuclear Deterrence. counterpunch.org

Kenneth Surin (2024-05-07). The Tory Party In Tatters After English Local Elections. counterpunch.org Local council elections, along with several regional mayoral and one parliamentary by-election were held in England (but not the rest of the UK) on May 2. The results were potentially significant insofar as a very poor showing by the Conservatives could have had an immediate impact on Rishi Sunak's fate as prime minister. The parliamentary

Dean Baker (2024-05-07). Do We Need More People? counterpunch.org This is a line endlessly repeated in the media. Somehow, we face a terrible risk if people decide to have fewer kids. While this is the accepted wisdom in elite circles, there is remarkably little basis in reality for this view. The latest piece pressing this line was a column in the Washington Post by

Derek Royden (2024-05-07). The Decline of Diplomacy. counterpunch.org In the 2023 Netflix drama, The Diplomat, Keri Russell plays Kate Wyler, a career State Department officer who finds herself made ambassador to the UK after an attack on the British aircraft carrier in the Middle East. While it's over the top in the way it chronicles a U.S. diplomats' life, the series is surprisingly

Michael Schwalbe (2024-05-07). University Leaders are Teaching Us How Holocausts Happen. counterpunch.org Most people, reasonably fearing arrest and its potential consequences, are then less likely to protest, less likely even to speak out. They look away from the violence, foreign and domestic, carried out by their government. They avoid asking how universities, supposedly society's institutional stewards of humane values, might be complicit in the violence. Later, after many innocents have been murdered, they will claim ignorance about what was going on.

TASS (2024-05-07). Avtovaz to sell over 40,000 cars in May. tass.com This is a 1.7-fold increase compared with May 2023 when 23,900 Lada cars were sold on the Russian market, but 12% lower than sales in April 2024…

TASS (2024-05-07). Vladimir Putin to take his fifth presidential oath. tass.com

TASS (2024-05-07). Hamburg branch of AfG seeks to expel party member over trip to Russia as election observer. tass.com Olga Petersen had earlier been kicked out AfG's parliamentary group…

TASS (2024-05-07). Uniper admits court ruling to allow Gazprom Export to enforce company's assets in Russia. tass.com The title will allow Gazprom Export to enforce Uniper assets within Russia and possibly even outside of Russia, the company noted…

TASS (2024-05-07). Kyrgyz president arrives in Russia to attend Victory Day parade. tass.com Sadyr Japarov was met at the Vnukovo-2 airport by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Pankin…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin instructs government to reduce poverty in Russia below 7% by 2030 — decree. tass.com Such target indicators will define the implementation of the national goal "Preserving the population, strengthening the health and improving the well-being of people, supporting the family"

TASS (2024-05-07). Russia aims to avoid escalation but will not bend to Western pressure — senior diplomat. tass.com According to Sergey Ryabkov, Russia's moratorium on the deployment of intermediate-and shorter-range missiles has been put in question by Washington's destructive and dangerous policies…

TASS (2024-05-07). Defense chief says Finland may reopen crossing points on Russian border. tass.com "The law is currently being finalized. It is expected to be submitted to parliament in one to two weeks. The law should enter into force very soon," the minister noted…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russia wants no country to interfere in its election process — Kremlin spokesman. tass.com "We elect out parliament. We elect our president. We vote for the president or don't want to vote for the president. And we insist that we have the right to do it the way we want to do it," Dmitry Peskov emphasized…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russia to become technologically independent in key areas — decree. tass.com The head of state set the task to increase the level of the gross added value in real terms and the production index in the processing segment of the industry by at least 40% by 2030, compared to the level in 2022…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russia to join ranks of 25 leading countries by robot density — decree. tass.com The head of state separately highlighted the task of increasing labor productivity…

TASS (2024-05-07). Insolent western policy makes Russia hold tactical nukes drills — ambassador. tass.com "We do not threaten anyone. However, the strategists in Washington and their satellites have gone nuts but must understand that Russia will use all the means to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity in response to the rising stakes," Anatoly Antonov said…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin sets task to ensure 25% growth of agricultural production by 2030 compared to 2021. tass.com Among the target indicators and tasks, the implementation of which defines the achievement of the national goal "Sustainable and dynamic economy," the document mentions an increase in exports of agricultural products by at least 1.5 times by 2030 compared to 2021…

TASS (2024-05-07). West shows no will for peace, keeps pumping weapons, money into Kiev — French politician. tass.com The way leader of the French Patriots party Florian Philippot sees it, NATO's sole aim is further escalation…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin directs to scale up revenues of small technology companies. tass.com The share of domestic high-technology goods and services created on own development lines is set to grow by 1.5 times in the total volume of their consumption in the country by 2030 against the level in 2023…

TASS (2024-05-07). Euro drops below 98 rubles first time since April 27. tass.com The dollar declined to 91.32 rubles…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin instructs government to adjust existing national projects, develop 11 new ones. tass.com The State Council and the Presidential Council for Strategic Development will also participate in the work on national projects…

TASS (2024-05-07). UN chief to send letter to Putin in connection with inauguration — spokesman. tass.com "A letter will be sent by the secretary general as he does whenever new head of state is inaugurated or reinaugurated," Stephane Dujarric said…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russian government to receive 'acting' status until new cabinet approved. tass.com The prime minister, his deputies and cabinet ministers will continue their work as acting officials and will retain the status until the new cabinet is approved…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin signs decree setting Russia's development goals for 2030. tass.com The decree is titled On the National Development Goals of the Russian Federation until 2030 and for a Longer Term until 2036…

TASS (2024-05-07). UNSC to hold Russia-requested closed-door meeting on Middle East on May 9. tass.com The Security Council will hear a report of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO)…

TASS (2024-05-07). Sierra Leone's foreign minister wishes prosperity to Putin in Russian. tass.com Timothy Kabba noted that today's meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov was of special significance to him and "is a historic moment"

TASS (2024-05-07). Macron's aggressive rhetoric baffles even his allies — diplomat. tass.com "Very often France's allies from the UK and Germany, as we understand, try to get clarifications as to what the French leadership means, without getting a direct answer," Maria Zakharova pointed out…

TASS (2024-05-07). China to never forget NATO bombing of Chinese embassy in Belgrade — Xi Jinping. tass.com The Chinese leader noted that the China-Serbia friendship, sealed with blood, will remain in the common memory of the Chinese and Serbian peoples…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin orders to boost tourism sector share in GDP to 5% by 2030. tass.com The head of state also ordered to increase exports of tourist services threefold by 2030 as compared to the level in 2023…

TASS (2024-05-07). Euroclear fighting over 100 lawsuits in Russian courts against investors demanding refund. tass.com According to Euroclear's new chief executive Valerie Urbain, the likelihood that the depository will win these cases is quite low…

TASS (2024-05-07). FACTBOX: Russian President Vladimir Putin's biography. tass.com Since June 12, 2013, Putin has been the leader of the non-governmental movement All-Russia People's Front, created at his initiative as a coalition of social and political forces…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russia signals unfriendly countries by inviting ambassadors to inauguration — diplomat. tass.com "We assumed that some of them (ambassadors from unfriendly countries – TASS) would not come, which is what happened in the end," Sergey Ryabkov pointed out…

TASS (2024-05-07). Serbian government adopts several documents on cooperation with China. tass.com "These documents cover such spheres as infrastructure, agriculture, information and communications, as well as tourism," the government said…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russian stocks down as Tuesday trading opens. tass.com The dollar exchange rate was down by 0.3% at 91.08 rubles on Moscow Exchange, the euro was down by 0.3% at 98.15 rubles…

TASS (2024-05-07). Container shipments by Russian Railways add 9.4% in 4M 2024 — company. tass.com The increase was the highest in container traffic of lumber and chemical and mineral fertilizers…

TASS (2024-05-07). Putin's inauguration kicks off in Kremlin. tass.com The main event will be held at the Grand Kremlin Palace but parts of it will take place outside at Cathedral Square where the Kremlin Presidential Regiment will march following the ceremony…

TASS (2024-05-07). Russia to defend its security, sovereignty by all means — deputy foreign minister. tass.com "The ambassadors' job is to properly report to their capitals what is happening here [in Moscow]," Sergey Ryabkov noted…

TASS (2024-05-07). Belarus to respond instantly to any military aggression, says Lukashenko. tass.com Alexander Lukashenko stressed that Belarus would not draw any lines…

TASS (2024-05-07). Apple unveils new iPad, stylus. tass.com In particular, the new iPad Air was presented with 11″ and 13″ diagonal…

tvbrics (2024-05-07). UAE and Uzbekistan expand economic co-operation in many sectors. tvbrics.com On the sidelines of the fifth session of the Joint Economic Commission in Tashkent, the UAE and Uzbekistan agreed to develop partnership in new economic sectors…

tvbrics (2024-05-07). India's service sector confidently starts the first quarter of 2024-2025. tvbrics.com Business in India continues to grow…

tvbrics (2024-05-07). Vladimir Putin becomes President of Russia for the fifth time. tvbrics.com The elected head of state has been appointed to…

tvbrics (2024-05-07). Saudi Arabia hosts Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2024. tvbrics.com The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference was held in Riyadh, where sustainable development through energy transition takes center stage…

tvbrics (2024-05-07). Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel to attend EAEU summit in person for the first time. tvbrics.com Previously, he has only joined in online format…

Mark Olalde, Nick Bowlin (2024-05-07). Oil companies contaminated a family farm. The courts and regulators let the drillers walk away. nationofchange.org The oil and gas industry has reaped profits without ensuring there will be money to plug and clean up their wells.

Sam Pizzigati (2024-05-07). The well-heeled and our personal well-being. nationofchange.org Do we need, some observers of our fraying social fabric suggest, more people in public life noble enough to champion basic ethical norms?>

John Ruehl (2024-05-07). Will the Golden Age for corporate shareholders ever end? nationofchange.org Shareholders have assumed enormous influence over U.S. corporations over the last few decades. Despite their firm hold, shifts are underway that could alter the domestic corporate landscape.

geo.tv (2024-05-07). Indian PM Modi casts his vote as giant election reaches half-way mark. geo.tv After voting's first phase, Modi's campaign focused more on firing up BJP's Hindu base by attacking rivals as pro-Muslim…

geo.tv (2024-05-07). How's Neom's unique name linked to Prince Mohammed bin Salman. geo.tv Ever wondered meaning behind Saudi Arabia's 'Neom'? Here's the answer…

geo.tv (2024-05-07). Meet remarkable women behind some of world's richest men. geo.tv How have partners of Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg made a difference?>

geo.tv (2024-05-07). How Modi's BJP plans to win a supermajority in India's election. geo.tv Congress is the only party that crossed 400 mark in India's history following Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984…

geo.tv (2024-05-07). What did Jeff Bezos's fiancee Lauren Sanchez wear for Met Gala debut. geo.tv Amazon founder and Emmy-winning journalist attend Met Gala for the first time as a couple…

Staff (2024-05-07). "Stop Weaponizing Antisemitism": Police "Body-Slam" Jewish Dartmouth Prof. at Campus Gaza Protest. democracynow.org Gaza solidarity protests continue at college campuses across the nation — as does the police crackdown. This comes as more than 50 chapters of the American Association of University Professors have issued a statement condemning the violent arrests by police at campus protests. At Dartmouth College last week, police body-slammed professor and former chair of Jewish studies Annelise Orleck to the ground as she tried to protect her students. She was charged with criminal trespass and temporarily banned from portions of Dartmouth's campus. She joins us to describe her ordeal and respond to claims conflati…

MEE staff (2024-05-07). UK: NUS reaches 'substantial' settlement with former president Shaima Dallali. middleeasteye.net UK: NUS reaches 'substantial' settlement with former president Shaima Dallali | The UK's national student body conceded that holding pro-Palestinian and anti-Zionist views are protected, and that Dallali was entitled to hold those beliefs | Tue, 05/07/2024 – 09: 15 | Dallali has maintained she was targeted as a result of her…

EcoWaste Coalition (2024-05-07). EcoWaste Coalition: 7 More Paints from China and Thailand Failed Laboratory Tests for Lead Content. pressenza.com 7 May 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition today announced that seven more imported paint products failed laboratory tests for lead content and should therefore be withdrawn from the market at once. | Based on the analyses carried out by SGS, a global testing company, seven products submitted by the EcoWaste Coalition last April exceeded the 90 parts per million (ppm) limit for lead in paint as specified under the DENR-issued Chemical Control Order (CCO) for lead and its compounds. Laboratory tests confirm lead in excess of 90 parts per million (ppm) on these seven imported paints | Acc…

Global Research News (2024-05-07). Selected Articles: Madkind vs. Mankind. A Race Against Time. Madkind's Digitalization, A.I. Momentum, Economic Chaos and More… globalresearch.ca By 'The Great Reset' is the appropriately named most recent clock setting event initiated by Madkind. It has placed …

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Tzedek Collective: 'The safety that Zionist ideology offers is a lie'. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Return of Chinese tourists helps vitalize Europe's tourism market, economy. ecns.cn Deepening tourism cooperation between China and Europe will help vitalize the continent's economy, as tourism is one of its pillar industries.

Paul Begley (2024-05-07). Easter brought out the godliness in political leaders. independentaustralia.net

sputnikglobe (2024-05-07). First Manned Launch of Starliner Spacecraft to ISS Postponed – United Launch Alliance. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The first manned launch of Boeing's Starliner to the International Space Station (ISS) has been postponed by US aerospace manufacturer United Launch Alliance (ULA), which owns the Atlas V launch vehicle, the company said on Tuesday.

Jason Hickel (2024-05-07). Jason Hickel: Climate, energy and natural resources. links.org.au Jason Hickel — Ecological breakdown is being driven by the capitalist economic system, and — like capitalism itself — is strongly characterized by colonial dynamics.

newleftreview (2024-05-07). 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.

The Independent (2024-05-07). ATMIS honours Ugandan soldiers for distinguished service in Somalia. independent.co.ug Mogadishu,Somalia | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has paid glowing tribute to the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) for their contributions and exemplary service in promoting security and stability in Somalia. At a ceremony held at the UPDF Headquarters in Sector One, Mogadishu on Monday, the acting ATMIS …

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China, France should uphold independence, jointly fend off "new Cold War" or bloc confrontation: Xi. ecns.cn As the world goes through transformation and turbulence not seen in a century, China and France should uphold independence and jointly prevent a "new Cold War" or bloc confrontation, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Monday.

bwitanek (2024-05-07). Hinds Hall: Macklemore — TURN IT UP! fightbackbetter.com

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). National Center for Space Weather warns of strong solar flares in next few days. ecns.cn China's National Center for Space Weather on Sunday issued a solar flare warning as a strong solar flare (X1.3-class) erupted from the sun. Other strong solar flares may erupt in the next three days, the center said.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Chinese couriers rapidly expanding global reach. ecns.cn Chinese courier companies are ratcheting up resources to enhance the efficiency of cross-border e-commerce logistics and build global delivery networks in a bid to expand their presence in overseas markets.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Full text of Xi's speech at the closing ceremony of the Sixth Meeting of the China-France Business Council. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday delivered a speech in Paris at the closing ceremony of the Sixth Meeting of the China-France Business Council.

tn.ai (2024-05-07). Iran Exporting Technical, Engineering Services in Water, Soil Sectors to 19 States. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An official at Iran's Ministry of Agriculture said the country is exporting technical, engineering and electromechanical services to 19 countries.

tn.ai (2024-05-07). Iran Urges Islamic Universities to Advocate for Palestinian Rights. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Secretary of the Supreme Council for Cultural Revolution of the Islamic Republic of Iran urged university presidents and academic elites worldwide to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and condemn the crimes of the Zionist regime.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Video: Palestinian doctor speaks out against genocidal Zionist who supports bombing of hospitals. greenleft.org.au

Lucia Posteraro (2024-05-07). More than money: New report reveals shortcomings in human rights policies of leading public development banks. fidh.org

| Pop Culture & Art | (2007-05-24). BLACKPINK's Jennie wears custom AlaàØa for Met Gala 2024. tribune.com.pk Jennie Kim from BLACKPINK surprised everyone with her appearance at the 2024 Met Gala, stunning onlookers as she graced the red carpet in a striking wrap-around blue dress, accentuating her midriff. | The K-Pop idol opted for a custom Alaïa dress for the star-studded event held on May 6th, featuring a long train elegantly draping from her shoulder. | (Image: JOHN SHEARER via Teen Vouge) | (Image: JAMIE MCCARTHY/GETTY IMAGES via Teen Vouge) | (Image: JAMIE MCCARTHY/GETTY IMAGES via Teen Vouge) | Keeping her look monochromatic, Jennie complemented the ensemble with heeled pumps in the same shade of blue, ti…

EDWIN (2024-05-07). President launches new Home Affairs offices in Limpopo. sanews.gov.za President launches new Home Affairs offices in Limpopo | Through the use of innovation, the Department of Home Affairs aims to offer its services at a quicker pace and closer to where people reside, says President Cyril Ramamphosa. | "The programme we are launching is called Home Affairs on Wheels, and it is going to change the provision of Home Affairs services for the better across South Africa. We don't just want to make it easier. We want to make it faster and we want to make it cheaper. | "For many people, especially in the rural areas, travelling to reach government services can take a lot of time and be ex…

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). One dead after tree falls in KL, hitting 17 vehicles and monorail track. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). French firms urged to seize opportunities from China's development. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping said on Monday that entrepreneurs in France are welcome to participate in China's modernization efforts, and to seize opportunities arising from China's development as the country mulls significant moves to further deepen reform across various sectors.

NEOB (2024-05-07). Second Adjustments Appropriation Bill, the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill signed into law. sanews.gov.za Second Adjustments Appropriation Bill, the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill signed into law | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Second Adjustments Appropriation Bill and the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill. | In signing the two Bills, President Ramaphosa said: "In a year in which voters are presented with the greatest diversity of electoral choice, the legislation that is now enacted constitutes tangible, material support for a vibrant, competitive, open and equitable electoral system and democratic culture." | According to the Presidency, the two Bills will expand "financial resources for South…

Duncan Graham (2024-05-07). Widodo's son to continue family's political dynasty. independentaustralia.net

Bloomberg (2024-05-07). Apple working on AI chip for data centres, WSJ says, as it tries to catch up with rivals like Google and Microsoft. scmp.com Apple is developing a chip to run AI tools on servers, but it is unclear if the tech giant will deploy it, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Agence France-Presse (2024-05-07). Building collapse in South Africa leaves 2 dead, dozens trapped. scmp.com Multi-storey building under construction in coastal city of George collapsed on Monday, trapping some 50 workers under rubble, police said.

newleftreview (2024-05-07). Pierre Vesperini: What to Do With the Past? newleftreview.org Above the fray of mediatized controversy, a classicist situates the heritage of the 'West' in the long view. A culture forged by the interplay of ecclesiastical, capitalist and emancipatory forces; the catastrophes of European world conquest and their weight on the present. Does Benjamin offer a way through the impasse?

NEOB (2024-05-07). South Africa remains an "attractive investment destination" – President Ramaphosa. sanews.gov.za South Africa remains an "attractive investment destination" – President Ramaphosa | In his weekly newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa says the growth of South Africa's automotive sector is a demonstration of "the potential of South Africa as an investment destination". | The President said 2023 was a milestone year for South Africa's automotive sector with the sixth millionth South African built vehicle exported with new vehicle exports reaching nearly 400 000. | "These figures are significant for a number of reasons. They show that our auto sector continues to grow despite a gloomy global economic outlook and…

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Two dead, 21 injured following a stabbing incident at a hospital in SW China. ecns.cn Two people were killed and another 21 were injured following a stabbing incident at People's Hospital in Zhenxiong county, Zhaotong, Southwest China's Yunnan Province on Tuesday.

sputnikglobe (2024-05-07). Alzheimer's Likelihood Linked to Genetics, Says New Study. sputnikglobe.com Further research will be needed to develop gene therapy or drugs that target the gene which accounts for half of all patients who carry at least one copy of it.

ptcnews.tv (2024-05-07). Hours before liftoff, Sunita Williams' third space mission scrapped. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: In what was poised to be a groundbreaking moment, Sunita Williams' much-awaited journey to space, marking her third mission, has been abruptly halted due to a technical snag in the launch vehicle, Boeing Starliner. Scheduled to make history as the first woman to embark on a maiden crewed mission of a new space shuttle, Williams faced disappointment as the launch from Kennedy Space Center in Florida's Cape Canaveral was called off just 90 minutes before liftoff.The launch delay was attributed to an off-nominal condition detected in an oxygen relief valve of the Atlas V rocket, prompting NASA to pos…

Reuters (2024-05-07). Microsoft building new AI model separate from OpenAI's GPT to compete with the likes of Google, report says. scmp.com The MAI-1 model is being overseen by Mustafa Suleyman, the Google DeepMind co-founder and former CEO of AI start-up Inflection, The Information reported.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Xi, Macron exchange Olympic torches as gifts. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, together with their spouses, exchanged gifts before the two heads of state held talks on Monday at Elysee Palace, office and residence of the French president.

The Independent (2024-05-07). Gov't exempts electric vehicle makers from Stamp Duty. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Companies manufacturing electric vehicles, electric batteries, or electric vehicle charging equipment or fabricator of a frame and body of an electric vehicle; and employ 80 percent of Ugandans will not pay Stamp Duty Tax in the 2024/2025 financial year. The exemption is part of the amendments in the Stamp Duty …

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Xi arrives in Tarbes to continue state visit to France. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday arrived in Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees Department of France, as part of his state visit to the European country.

NEOB (2024-05-07). City Power's Eskom debt reaches "unprecedented levels" sanews.gov.za City Power's Eskom debt reaches "unprecedented levels" | Eskom says it will approach the courts in a bid to have City Power pay its R1 billion debt to the national power utility. | City Power is a company wholly owned by the City of Johannesburg which purchases, distributes and sells electricity within the city coupled with maintaining and installing electrical infrastructure. | The power utility said City Power's debt stood at some R1.073 billion at the end of March this year. | "The escalating City Power debt…has left Eskom with no choice but to apply to the High Court in Johannesburg for a declaratory order…

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China's newest rocket Long March 6C makes first flight. ecns.cn Long March 6C, the latest member in China's Long March carrier rocket family, conducted its debut flight on Tuesday morning, sending four small satellites into space.

D.L. Lang (2024-05-07). How Enid, Okla., united to remove a local fascist from office. peoplesworld.org ENID, Okla.—In February 2023, Judd Blevins was elected to the Enid City Commission just as his fellow participants in the white supremacist torch-light rally on the University of Virginia campus were facing criminal charges under Charlottesville's burning object statute. The march, held on the eve of the Unite the Right rally in August 2017, was …

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). EU urged to have fair perception of China. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping rejected on Monday the so-called "problem of China's overcapacity", saying that there is no such thing either from the perspective of comparative advantage or in light of global demand.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Korean makeup artist to Hallyu stars opens her brand's first global flagship store in Singapore. channelnewsasia.com JUNGSAEMMOOL Beauty combines retail space, academy and salon under one roof. Founder Jung Saem-mool shares with CNA Lifestyle why she calls Singapore home.

nosihle (2024-05-07). Minister condemns burning of SA flag in advert. sanews.gov.za Minister condemns burning of SA flag in advert | Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa has condemned in the strongest terms the political advertisement by the Democratic Alliance (DA), which shows the burning of the South African flag. | The Minister said the South African flag will not be used as an instrument to sow division and hysteria. | "In the 30 years of South African democracy and freedom, it has been evident time and time again that our flag is a unifier and an integral component in the building of our nation. Those who choose to use our flag to divide us will not succeed. The South African fla…

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Culture Fact: Chinese, French experts collaborate to restore ancient building. ecns.cn

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). 'In that zone, I'm unstoppable': Meet teen Kabir Anurag, first Singaporean F1 development driver. channelnewsasia.com Singaporean Formula 4 driver Kabir Anurag's F1 dreams are now one step closer after being recruited into the Alpine F1 team's driver development programme.

Nancy Qian (2024-05-07). How TikTok's arrogance sealed its fate in America. scmp.com Instead of tackling data fears and becoming a force for good in the tech industry, TikTok mobilised its users against the government, raising alarm at how easily a foreign-owned entity can exert political influence.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). In Numbers: Travel boom in May Day holidays. ecns.cn

newleftreview (2024-05-07). Lola Seaton: Good Mistakes. newleftreview.org Lola Seaton on Anne Carson, Wrong Norma. Multi-form collection from one of the most erudite and ludic contemporary poets.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Beijing, Paris to forge stronger ties. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping underlined on Monday the necessity for China and France to uphold independence and autonomy and jointly fend off a new Cold War or bloc confrontation, during talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). New law will require owners of critical services to report wider range of cybersecurity incidents. channelnewsasia.com As tactics of malicious actors evolve to target systems peripheral to owners of critical services, Singapore must also place "alarms" at these places, says Senior Minister of State for Communications and Information Janil Puthucheary.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Money Talks Podcast: What is financial abuse and what are the signs? channelnewsasia.com Immediate family members are often the perpetrators of financial abuse. But there are many cases that often go unreported, says our guest on this week's Money Talks.

Bloomberg (2024-05-07). Amazon commits US$9 billion investment in Singapore to expand its cloud computing infrastructure. scmp.com The outlay, to be done over the next four years, doubles the investment of subsidiary Amazon Web Services in the city state.

Reuters (2024-05-07). Without Malaysia and Singapore, Iran couldn't shift its sanctioned oil, US official says. scmp.com The US Treasury's top sanctions official said Washington saw Iranian oil being transferred near Singapore and throughout the wider region.

IIRE Manila (2024-05-07). Twelfth Asian Regional School about to end but no sign of ending. internationalviewpoint.org "Therefore, today we stand united, pledging to continue the fight for the rights and welfare of the working class, and in saving our planet and humanity from the destructive capitalist system. Labor Day will always be a day of protest for all of us. So, with the days beyond." | – | / |

sputnikglobe (2024-05-07). President Putin's 2024 Inauguration Ceremony. sputnikglobe.com On May 7, the Grand Kremlin Palace will host the solemn inauguration ceremony of Russian President Vladimir Putin (9 am GMT), where the country's elected leader will officially take office.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China to add more intensive care beds in hospitals. ecns.cn China aims to increase the number of intensive care beds to 15 per 100,000 people nationwide, as well as the number of hospital beds that can be quickly converted to provide such care to 10 per 100,000 by the end of next year.

tn.ai (2024-05-07). KRG President Eulogizes Meeting with Ayatollah Khamenei. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — President of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region Nechervan Barzani hailed the delightful, fruitful and problem-solving meeting he held with Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Monday, saying Erbil will do its utmost to enhance relations with Tehran.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). In Numbers: Highlights of China-France relations. ecns.cn

Fourth International (2024-05-07). Fourth International: Draft manifesto of revolutionary Marxism in the age of capitalist ecological and social destruction. links.org.au Fourth International — An ecosocialist society is needed, and can be achieved only through a revolution. This manifesto tries to assess the best ways and means towards this aim.

Laura Zhou (2024-05-07). Emmanuel Macron offers China's Xi Jinping a taste of French hospitality at state dinner. scmp.com Chinese president attends state dinner hosted by French counterpart after arriving in Paris for his first European tour in five years.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Commentary: A global plastic treaty will only work if it caps production. channelnewsasia.com Restricting how much plastic the world makes each year will be necessary to curb its harmful presence in the environment, says a University of Leeds academic.

Paul Martial (2024-05-07). Rwanda as the European Union's deputy in Africa. internationalviewpoint.org Rwanda is becoming a key player for the European Union (EU) both in the fight against immigration and in securing African countries under attack from their rebels. | – | / |

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China's Long March-6C rocket makes maiden flight. ecns.cn

Editor (2024-05-07). The West's double standards on Georgia's 'foreign agents' bill. mronline.org Robinson: If Western states have their reasons for being cagey of foreign influences, so too do those in other countries.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). She gifts Chinese President Xi a book at French welcome banquet. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan on Monday attended a welcome banquet hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris. They warmly interacted with representatives from various sectors of France, who were invited to the event.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Need to monitor, manage FX volatility 'carefully' – Indonesia Finance Minister. channelnewsasia.com

tn.ai (2024-05-07). Iran Cautions IAEA against US Influence. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Stressing the need for the UN nuclear agency to adopt impartial and professional stances, the Iranian foreign minister urged that the course of cooperation between Tehran and the IAEA should not be undermined by the US' unstable and contradictory conducts.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Economic rebound expected to continue. ecns.cn China's economy is poised for a steady rebound throughout this year, underpinned by consumer-led recovery, a robust foundation laid in the first quarter, and the gradual stabilization of the property sector, experts said.

unitedEditor (2024-05-07). European core divided. unitedworldint.com By Jà∂rg Kronauer Is the debate about nuclear armament in the EU moving into the next round? There are some indications that this is the case. Last week, Poland's President Andrzej Duda declared that his country was prepared to station US nuclear weapons on its territory. On Friday evening, his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron said …

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). JPMorgan cuts at least six investment banking jobs in Hong Kong, sources say. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Online retailer Zalando returns to growth thanks to premium brands. channelnewsasia.com

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). WA teachers take strike action over wages, workload and staffing. greenleft.org.au

Terry Conway (2024-05-07). No borders, no nations, no deportations. internationalviewpoint.org In a major show of May Day solidarity, several hundred protestors in Peckham, South London managed to block the removal of a coach load of asylum seekers to the prison barge, the Bibby Stockholm. The barge,

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Peng Liyuan visits UNESCO headquarters, meets agency chief. ecns.cn Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, visited the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters on Monday morning in Paris on invitation.

tn.ai (2024-05-07). Iran Widening Battlefront to Break Up Enemy: IRGC Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Islamic territories must close ranks as a united front against the common arrogant adversaries, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said, describing the expansion of the battlefront as a strategy for disintegration of the enemy.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Malaysia acid-attack footballer needs further surgery; movement and speech affected. channelnewsasia.com

The Independent (2024-05-07). Molly Katanga makes second bail attempt. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Molly Katanga, accused of murdering her husband, businessman Henry Katanga, has sought temporary release from prison due to her health condition. After being denied bail on April 9th, 2024, by High Court Criminal Division Judge Isaac Muwata for failing to prove exceptional circumstances, Molly has made a second bail …

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Max Chandler-Mather: 'The conditions exist to fundamentally change politics'. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Push polling goes nuclear, backfires. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). University strengthens cultural bonds with French schools. ecns.cn Students and members of the public in the French cities of Paris and Lyon recently got the opportunity to take part in a series of traditional Chinese cultural and sports events hosted by East China Normal University.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China's parcel sector shows remarkable growth during holiday. ecns.cn China's parcel delivery sector handled about 4.03 billion parcels during the 5-day May Day holiday, which ended on Sunday, the State Post Bureau of China said on Monday.

(2024-05-07). CPJ rings opening bell at Nasdaq in recognition of World Press Freedom Day. cpj.org

(2024-05-07). Private media outlet Class Media Group firebombed in Ghana. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Xi says China-Serbia friendship to deliver more benefits to two peoples. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that China stands ready to make China-Serbia ironclad friendship deliver more benefits to the two peoples.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Forest's four-point deduction upheld – Premier League. channelnewsasia.com

Margaux Hourigat (2024-05-07). Consultancy Analysis of Meaningful Justice & Accountability Avenues for Victims of International Crimes committee in Sudan. fidh.org

tn.ai (2024-05-07). Iran's Navy to Dispatch Research Team to Antarctic. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Navy will deploy a team of researchers to the Antarctic, Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani said.

(2024-05-07). SABC editor-in-chief called for security vetting and polygraph before South Africa election. sabcnews.com

Hugo GABBERO (2024-05-07). Georgia: International solidarity with Georgian civil society. fidh.org More than forty-five human rights organisations from around the world, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, signed a letter in solidarity with Georgian civil society, condemning the efforts of the Georgian government to introduce the law on the transparency of foreign influence.
As human rights defenders across the globe, we are deeply troubled by efforts of the Georgian government to stifle civil society voices (…) | – |

tn.ai (2024-05-07). IAEA, Iran Agree on 'Operational Steps': Grossi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi said he has reached an agreement with Iran to take joint operational steps to carry out a statement the two sides had issued in March 2023.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Settler colonialism and the destruction of Palestine's ecology. greenleft.org.au

Victor Grossman (2024-05-07). No books burned this time in Berlin despite ominous parallels. peoplesworld.org BERLIN — It was May10 in Germany's terrible year, 1933. Hitler had been in power for hardly three months, when students and staff emptied the university libraries of forbidden books and threw them, an estimated 20,000 books by over a hundred authors, into the flames of a giant bonfire. Most authors were German — Jewish, …

GABIK (2024-05-07). Western Cape government sends resources to help in collapsed building. sanews.gov.za Western Cape government sends resources to help in collapsed building | Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde, says the provincial government is closely monitoring and sending resources to assist the emergency response to a building collapse in George, Southern Cape. | A multi-storey building under construction in Victoria Street, collapsed on Monday afternoon with 75 construction workers on the site at the time of the incident. | Winde said all the necessary support has been offered to emergency personnel to expedite their response. | "At the moment, officials are focused on saving lives. This is our top priority at…

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Students rise up against coal and gas. greenleft.org.au

Maxime Duriez (2024-05-07). The ICC Office of the Prosecutor's new Policy on Complementarity and Cooperation must still meet high expectations. fidh.org

img.piri.net (2024-05-07). Türkiye'nin risk primi 282 baz puanƒ±n altƒ±na indi. img.piri.net Türkiye'nin be≈ü yƒ±llƒ±k kredi risk primi 282 baz puanƒ±n altƒ±na indi.Türkiye'nin 5 yƒ±llƒ±k kredi risk primi (CDS), ≈ûubat 2021'den bu yana ilk defa 282 baz puanƒ±n altƒ±na gerileyerek 281,75 puana dàº≈ütàº.Ekonomi yà∂netiminin attƒ±ƒüƒ± adƒ±mlarla Türkiye ekonomisine ili≈ükin belirsizliklerin azalmasƒ± TL varlƒ±klara ilgiyi artƒ±rƒ±rken, bu adƒ…

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). US student socialists discuss building Gaza solidarity encampments. greenleft.org.au

Agence France-Presse (2024-05-07). Historic Boeing Starliner crewed mission postponed shortly before launch over rocket issue. scmp.com The first crewed flight of Boeing's Starliner spaceship was dramatically called off around two hours before launch after a new safety issue was identified.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Chinese, U.S. climate officials to meet. ecns.cn Liu Zhenmin will hold talks with John Podesta, senior adviser to United States president for international climate policy, in the U.S. from Tuesday to May 16.

Carlos Lancho (2024-05-07). Colombia: ICC prosecutor should explain closure of preliminary examination to victims. fidh.org

Finbarr Bermingham (2024-05-07). Emmanuel Macron thanks Xi Jinping for 'commitment' not to sell arms to Russia. scmp.com On first day of Chinese leader's European trip, French president also thanks him for supporting an 'Olympic truce' during the Summer Games in Paris.

Iuliia Gataulina, Mina Shahmoradi (2024-05-07). Interconnectedness of Political Struggle: Iranian-Russian Political Resistance in Conversation. lefteast.org

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). China-France energy ties to be upgraded. ecns.cn China and France are poised to enter a new era of energy cooperation, with a focus on the nuclear and offshore wind sectors, as both countries actively seek ways to enhance energy security and mitigate climate change, said industry experts.

Eileen Kinch (2024-05-07). 75 Christian leaders urge president, Congress, churches to act on racism, poverty. anabaptistworld.org Seventy-five leaders of national Christian organizations and prominent churches have sent a statement to the White House, Congress and congregational leaders calling for greater action to address racism and poverty. "People of color continue to suffer problems related to race — high rates of death during childbirth, for example, and fear of gun violence and …

Editor (2024-05-07). "To be free is to free others": Formerly incarcerated women urge decarceration. mronline.org The fight to free women and end mass incarceration is long and ongoing, but these activists aren't giving up.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Equality for women will help eliminate violence against them. greenleft.org.au

Press Associates (2024-05-07). Union makes Letter Carriers Protection Act a top legislative priority. peoplesworld.org BALTIMORE—Slowing down the U.S. mail, especially first-class letters, Social Security checks, holiday and birthday cards, pension payments—and probably mail-in ballots this fall—is one offense laid at the feet of Trumpite Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, because it's actually occurred. But pulling U.S. Postal Service police away from pursuing thieves and protecting Letter Carriers from theft, injury …

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Sue Bolton: 'We need a council that stands up for people'. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Foreign tourist visits see holiday upsurge. ecns.cn The implementation of a series of more convenient immigration management policies has led to a dramatic upsurge in foreign tourist entries into China during this year's May Day holiday, injecting robust vitality into the interaction between people of the country and the rest of the world.

Agence France-Presse (2024-05-07). Voter shot dead at Chad polling station: electoral commission. scmp.com Election official said shooter was demanding right to vote in election, in which junta leader and transitional president Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno's main rival is Prime Minister Succes Masra.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Archegos boss Bill Hwang's trial to test unusual manipulation theory. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China-Russia Expo offers dynamic platform for boosting trade, economic cooperation: MOFCOM. ecns.cn The China-Russia Expo, the highest-level and most extensive exhibition hosted by the two countries, has become a major platform for fostering industrial partnerships, and a pivotal avenue for local collaborative initiatives.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Cradle of civilization: Gongshutang. ecns.cn Gongshutang was built during the reign of Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) in memory of a legendary craftsman Lu Ban, who is believed to have invented or improved many carpenter's tools.

sputnikglobe (2024-05-07). Putin's Inauguration to Take Place in Moscow on Tuesday. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Vladimir Putin will be sworn in as President of Russia in Moscow on Tuesday, in what will become his fifth inauguration ceremony as head of state.

The Independent (2024-05-07). Rwanda: We are not involved in Mugunga Camp bombing. independent.co.ug Kigali, Rwanda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Rwandan government has vehemently denied its alleged involvement in the bombing that occurred in the Lushagala site, Mugunga district, in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), resulting in the death of 16 displaced civilians. The incident occurred following heavy fighting between the M23 rebels and the Armed …

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Will the impact of rural-urban divide show as India enters its third phase of elections? channelnewsasia.com India's poverty level remains a projected 11 per cent, with some economists noting that the income gap has widened in recent years.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Culture Fact: Ancient book witnesses China-France cultural exchanges. ecns.cn

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Xi, Macron jointly meet the press. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, jointly met the press on Monday.

| Pop Culture & Art | (2007-05-24). Best dressed at Met Gala 2024? Mona Patel's stunning mechanical butterfly look. tribune.com.pk Mona Patel made a stunning first appearance on the red carpet at the 2024 Met Gala, captivating the internet with her butterfly dress, which has since gone viral. | Originally from Vadodara, Gujarat, Patel is a successful businesswoman. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by Iris van Herpen Official (@irisvanherpen) | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by Director based in NYC (@karinakandel) | She turned heads at the event in a nude-colored custom gown by Iris Van Herpen, perfectly in line with the gala's theme: The Garden of Time. | Having relocated to the United States in 2003, Patel has…

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Indian spy rings take root in Australia. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Xi hails ever-growing ironclad China-Serbia friendship. ecns.cn Whatever changes in the international landscape, China and Serbia remain true friends and good partners, Chinese President Xi Jinping said in his signed article published in Serbian media on Tuesday.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Nations' example could help guide global relations. ecns.cn Raffarin expressed his satisfaction with the focus of the talks, recognizing their importance not just for France or China, but for the entire world.

Rosemary Sorensen (2024-05-07). Hero of Barrier Reef conservation honoured in new biography. independentaustralia.net

sputnikglobe (2024-05-07). Vladimir Putin: An In-Depth Profile of Russia's Dynamic Leader. sputnikglobe.com As Vladimir Putin gears up for his coming inauguration, explore the extensive career and influential leadership of Russia's long-standing President.

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The Independent (2024-05-07). Bukwo District boss' defilement case goes to High Court. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The International Crimes Division of the High Court in Kampala has confirmed charges of aggravated defilement and child trafficking against jailed Bukwo District LC 5 Chairperson, Julius Moses Chelimo. Presided over by Lady Justice Alice Komuhangi Khaukha, the court confirmed three charges against him and referred his case file to …

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). TEPCO discharges more Fukushima nuclear-contaminated water despite criticisms. ecns.cn Despite protests and criticisms, Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) announced on May 7 that it has completed the fifth round of discharge of nuclear-contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean.

Victor Grossman (2024-05-07). No books burned this time in Berlin despite ominous parallels. peoplesworld.org BERLIN — It was May10 in Germany's terrible year, 1933. Hitler had been in power for hardly three months, when students and staff emptied the university libraries of forbidden books and threw them, an estimated 20,000 books by over a hundred authors, into the flames of a giant bonfire. Most authors were German — Jewish, …

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Serbia ready to welcome Chinese friends. ecns.cn A giant Chinese national flag and a poster reading "A warm welcome to our distinguished Chinese friends" are displayed on the Genex tower ahead of a state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping, in Belgrade, Serbia, May 5, 2024.

nosihle (2024-05-07). Countries urged to take advantage of AfCFTA opportunities. sanews.gov.za Countries urged to take advantage of AfCFTA opportunities | The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Acting Director-General, Dr Cynthia Khumalo, has called on countries on the continent to work together and take advantage of the economic opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). | The AfCFTA agreement is expected to create the largest free trade area in the world measured by the number of countries participating. | "Let us strive together to build a prosperous Africa. An Africa that provides economic opportunities for its youth and vulnerable groups within our societies," Khum…

Agence France-Presse (2024-05-07). Rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar explodes with allegations of paedophilia, abuse. scmp.com The long-simmering feud between the two hip-hop artists exploded into allegations of paedophilia, abuse and infidelity over the weekend, sending shock waves through the world of rap and beyond.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Xi, Macron hail potential for cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron reached key consensuses on ensuring the strategic stability of bilateral relations, tapping into the potential for win-win cooperation and building up people-to-people exchanges during their talks at the Elysee Palace on Monday.

Staff (2024-05-07). Travel Notes, St Petersburg, April-May 2024: second installment. gilbertdoctorow.com When our Moscow friends visited us in our Pushkin apartment several days ago, Lyudmila gazed out the balcony windows at the green field opposite us, but thinking more likely of the Catherine Park on the other side of our residential complex, commented that it was a pity we spend so little time here and that …

(2024-05-07). CPJ calls for release of Turkish journalists Esra Solin Dal, Mehmet Aslan, and Erdoğan Alayumat. cpj.org

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Shanghai sees shopping spending cross $7 bln during holiday. ecns.cn Shanghai reported steady growth in both online consumption and physical-store spending, reaching 53 billion yuan ($7.35 billion) during the five-day May Day holiday, according to official data.

tn.ai (2024-05-07). Iran Raps US' Arms Race in Outer Space. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Reminding the international community of its responsibility for peaceful use of outer space and the prevention of an arms race, an Iranian UN representative lashed out at the US government for refusing to prevent an arms race in the outer space.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Lidia Thorpe: Prisoners need equal access to healthcare. greenleft.org.au

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Former Indonesian presidential candidate Ganjar says will not join incoming Prabowo administration. channelnewsasia.com Mr Ganjar Pranowo said that he intends to "keep proper scrutiny" over the incoming government led by Mr Prabowo Subianto and vice-president-elect Gibran Rakabuming Raka.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). World's largest compressed air energy storage power station launched. ecns.cn China has made breakthroughs on compressed air energy storage, as the world's largest of such power station has achieved its first grid connection and power generation in China's Shandong province.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). China's hybrid rice might be Indonesia's latest solution to improving its food security, but at what costs? channelnewsasia.com Indonesia is the third-largest producer of rice in the world but isn't self-sufficient, having to import the grain every year to make up for the shortfall.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Land-sea freight service adds new route to Los Angeles. ecns.cn A freight train carrying 360 metric tons of cargo departed from Ruijin in east China's Jiangxi Province for Los Angeles in the United States on Monday, marking the launch of a new land-sea freight route.

The Independent (2024-05-07). NCBA Bank profit after tax up 17% to Shs27bn. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | NCBA Bank Uganda has reported a net profit of Shs27 billion, representing a 17% increase in 2023 from the previous year's performance of Shs23 billion. The growth was supported by a surge in customer deposits, which rose to Shs567 billion in 2023 up from Shs491 billion a year before, executives …

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Amazon launches online shopping service in South Africa. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China's EHang completes passenger-carrying eVTOL demonstration flight in UAE. ecns.cn EHang Holdings announced on Monday that its pilotless electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft EH216-S successfully completed its first passenger-carrying demonstration flight in Abu Dhabi, marking the first of its kind in the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East.

The Independent (2024-05-07). World champion to lead Uganda's marathon team to Paris Olympics. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Athletics Federation (UAF) has unveiled its marathon team for the 2024 Paris Olympics scheduled for August in France. President of UAF Dominic Otuchet has revealed the men's team will comprise Victor Kiplangat, the reigning 42-kilometer World Champion, Stephen Kissa, the national marathon record holder, and Andrew Kwemoi …

Gilbert Achcar (2024-05-07). Palestine's fate in light of the onslaught on Gaza. internationalviewpoint.org

Editor (2024-05-07). The Antisemitism Awareness Act is a full frontal assault on free speech. mronline.org This blatant political chicanery would penalize political speech protected by the First Amendment.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Video: Palestinian doctor speaks out against Zionist anaesthesiologist who supports bombing of hospitals. greenleft.org.au

Ralph Jennings (2024-05-07). China's belt and road, once a hotspot for European investment, is getting the cold shoulder. scmp.com As geopolitical changes have made working with China more risky than before, European firms have backed away from infrastructure projects linked with the Belt and Road Initiative.

(2024-05-07). Appeals court upholds 25-month sentences for 2 Turkish documentary filmmakers. mlsaturkey.com

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). We've lost heritage icons in the past. What made Thambi at Holland Village so different? channelnewsasia.com The iconic magazine store along Lorong Liput survived over 80 years. But the outpouring of grief when Thambi's owner, Sam, said he was shuttering hinted at a deeper significance to the newsstand's existence. CNA Lifestyle gets to the crux of what made Thambi special to Singaporeans.

Hugo GABBERO (2024-05-07). Greece: Acquittal of migrants' rights defender Panayote Dimitras. fidh.org

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Commentary: What recourse do home owners have with persistent water leaks? channelnewsasia.com Developers can rely on the "independent contractor" defence to be held not liable for defects in residential private property, say lawyers Paul Sandosham and Looi Ming Ming.

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Canton Fair visitors surge 25%, export orders leap. ecns.cn An increased number of overseas buyers joining the 135th China Import and Export Fair, one of the biggest trade events in China, has helped greatly boost orders for Chinese export-oriented companies, the fair's organizers said.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Japan warns of action over rapid currency moves. channelnewsasia.com

NEOB (2024-05-07). Condolences for families of George building collapse. sanews.gov.za Condolences for families of George building collapse | President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended condolences to the families of those who died in the George building structure collapse. | By Tuesday morning, the collapse had claimed the lives of five people. | "President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to the relatives and friends of five people who have died in an incident where a building collapsed in George in the southern Cape. | "The President's thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones as well as the families of close to 50 people who are trapped in the rubble," the Presidency said in…

The Independent (2024-05-07). DCIC: Ugandans in the diaspora must return home to repalce passports. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control (DCIC) has changed its guidelines for Ugandans living the diaspora, saying anyone who claims that his or her passport has gotten lost must return home and process the replacement from here. DCIC said some Ugandans in the diaspora sell their passports to …

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). China's COMAC to expand Shanghai C919 plane factory as orders grow. channelnewsasia.com

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Tzedek Collective: 'The safety that Zionist ideology offers is a lie'. greenleft.org.au

Carlos Lancho (2024-05-07). FIDH and Provea react to ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan's Venezuela visit. fidh.org

sputnikglobe (2024-05-07). Putin Takes Office as President of Russia. sputnikglobe.com The Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow is hosting a solemn ceremony where Vladimir Putin is being sworn in as Russia's incumbent leader.

ptcnews.tv (2024-05-07). Vladimir Putin takes oath as Russia's president for record 5th term. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Vladimir Putin took the oath of office for a new six-year term as President of Russia on Tuesday at an inauguration ceremony in the Kremlin. | According to TASS, Constitutional Court Chairman Valery Zorkin has announced that Putin has formally taken office as Russian president for another six-year term.After Putin took the oath of office, Zorkin presented him with presidential power, including the presidential insignia, which is a golden cross of St. George displaying the Russian coat of arms and a gold chain with the words "Virtue, Honesty, and Glory."Following the oath-taking ceremony, the head…

GABIK (2024-05-07). DWS reiterates commitment to fast-track bulk water projects. sanews.gov.za DWS reiterates commitment to fast-track bulk water projects | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reiterated its commitment to fast-track the effective implementation of bulk water projects in water stressed communities in KwaZulu-Natal and across the country, so as to ensure the provision of consistent and reliable water supply.
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nosihle (2024-05-07). SA's tourism sector continues on a positive trajectory. sanews.gov.za SA's tourism sector continues on a positive trajectory | South Africa's tourism sector continues to grow and attract international arrivals from all over the world. | According to the latest official release of international arrival figures by Statistics South Africa for January to March 2024, the country totalled 2.4 million, representing a remarkable 15.4% increase when compared with the same period in 2023. | Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille has welcomed the increase in international travellers as it is a significant contributor to the economy and job creation. | "We are determined to continue with this m…

Tim Huber (2024-05-07). Tornado wasn't the only reason to pray. anabaptistworld.org One of Doris Hale's first memories as a little girl is of airplanes swooping low over cotton fields in Alabama. Hale walks with a cane and recalls getting sprayed. And not just once.

Dan La Botz (2024-05-07). Pro-Palestine Student Protests Spread Despite Repression. internationalviewpoint.org Thousands of students at dozens of campuses across the United States participated in April and continue today to join in pro-Palestine protests leading in some cases to brutal police repression, arrests, and suspensions or expulsions from the university. | – | / |

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). This new dining destination in a Sentosa heritage building offers 3 concepts under 1 roof and a botanical escape. channelnewsasia.com With three restaurant concepts under one roof, sprawling grounds and Monet-inspired ideas, 1-Flowerhill also looks set to be a popular place for weddings and events.

publicbooks (2024-05-07). It's Not Only Human Stories Worth Telling: Sigrid Nunez's Animal Novels. publicbooks.org Why are animals so central to Sigrid Nunez's thinking about the status of fiction?

Eric A. Gordon (2024-05-07). Oliver Mayer's 'Ghost Waltz' about Indigenous Mexican composer Juventino Rosas receives world premiere. peoplesworld.org LOS ANGELES — This city's acclaimed Latino Theater Company opens its Spring 2024 season with the world premiere of Ghost Waltz by prolific playwright Oliver Mayer (Blade to the Heat, Members Only), featuring a cast of eight actor/musicians directed by Alberto Barboza, under the supervision of music director Alberto López. It opened May 4 (seen …

Paul Martial (2024-05-07). Deceptive elections in Chad. internationalviewpoint.org The presidential election campaign has begun in Chad. Everything is being done to ensure that Déby wins despite the worsening difficulties faced by the population. | – | / |

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Cargo drone begins carrying seedlings from Hainan. ecns.cn A large cargo drone transported 455 kilograms of seedlings for shrimp plants late last month from Haikou, Hainan province to Zhuhai, Guangdong province in less than three hours — the maiden cross-sea flight of a drone for public cargo logistics between the provinces.

The Independent (2024-05-07). Parliament demands statement on Karuma Bridge. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Parliament have asked government to provide the likely implications of restricted access to Karuma bridge, which has been found to be compromised. The bridge over River Nile, which connects the North and West Nile to the rest of the country, was found to have developed cracks, forcing Uganda …

Maxime Duriez (2024-05-07). Q&A: Unpacking the ICC Office of the Prosecutor's New Approach to Complementarity and Cooperation. fidh.org

Buenaventura Soihartze (2024-05-07). Euskal Herria: a new victory for EH Bildu. internationalviewpoint.org "However, thanks to the 12 elected members of the PSOE, EAJ/PNV knows that it will be able to keep the Basque region, as the PSOE and EAJ/PNV refuse any local alliance with EH Bildu, raising the spectre of ETA to refuse to govern with them." | – | / |

GABIK (2024-05-07). Programme to bridge gap between research, public policymaking. sanews.gov.za Programme to bridge gap between research, public policymaking | In a move aimed to enhance collaboration between academia and government, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) have launched the pilot phase of its DSI-NRF Policy Placement Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme. | This initiative is designed to bridge the gap between research and public policymaking, thus addressing societal challenges through evidence-based approaches. | NRF Business Advancement Group Executive, Dr Thandi Mgwebi, said the pilot phase will focus on postdoctoral research fellows and e…

The Independent (2024-05-07). SACCOs, MFIs put Uganda at risk by flouting anti-money laundering rules. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The failure of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (SACCOs) and Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) to comply with Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CFT) regulations poses a significant threat to Uganda's financial integrity on the global stage. Despite being obligated to adhere to AML/CFT regulations like banks, insurance companies, and NGOs, SACCOs …

Associated Press (2024-05-07). Building collapse in South Africa leaves 5 dead, dozens buried. scmp.com Rescue teams worked through the night searching for dozens of construction workers buried under the rubble of concrete after a multi-storey residential complex that was being built collapsed.

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). No basis for employers to cut pay if flexi-work does not affect productivity: Gan Siow Huang. channelnewsasia.com On concerns that flexi-work would result in more jobs offshoring, the Minister of State for Manpower said it was more important to make sure Singapore's workers stay globally competitive in skills and productivity.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Unions demand worker safety, Palestine rights at May Day. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Full text of Xi's signed article in Serbian media. ecns.cn A signed article by Chinese President Xi Jinping titled "May the Light of Our Ironclad Friendship Shine on the Path of China-Serbia Cooperation" was published Tuesday in Serbian media Politika.

Mike Ervin (2024-05-07). Smart Ass Cripple: When Worker Insecurity Is a Must. progressive.org Devotion to capitalism requires leaving a lot of people behind. Our system has made about as much room as it is going to make for disabled people, columnist Mike Ervin writes.

The Independent (2024-05-07). UBOS trains 500 UPDF soldiers for upcoming census. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has trained 500 Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers to participate in the enumeration process in the forthcoming National Housing and Population Census. These soldiers have completed a nine-day training program at Gaddaffi Barracks in Jinja district to serve as supervisors and enumerators for …

The Independent (2024-05-07). Rwanda, Uganda convene cross-border security meeting to enhance cooperation, combat crime. independent.co.ug KIGALI, Rwanda | Xinhua | Rwandan and Ugandan officials gathered in Nyagatare district in eastern Rwanda on Monday for the second cross-border security meeting aimed at addressing shared challenges and fostering collaboration. "Our nations share more than just geographical proximity; we share deep historical, cultural, and economic ties. Along with these ties come many shared …

Maxime Duriez (2024-05-07). Syria/Dabbagh case : First trial in France of the crimes of the Syrian authorities. fidh.org

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Xi attends closing ceremony of the sixth meeting of China-France Business Council with Macron. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday attended the closing ceremony of the sixth meeting of China-France Business Council together with French President Emmanuel Macron.

Anand Naidoo (2024-05-07). The Heat: President Xi's France State Visit. america.cgtn.com Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Europe this week and his first stop is in France. President Xi met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Monday. During the trip, he also met with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen during a trilateral meeting at the Elysee Palace. | Joining the discussion: |

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Malaysia unveils financial incentives for anti-graft whistleblowers amid country's RM277b loss to corruption. channelnewsasia.com The government implemented 85 out of 111 initiatives in its previous national anti-corruption plan, which covered similar risk areas, such as political governance and public procurement, to a new anti-graft initiative announced on May 7.

Daria Krivonos (2024-05-07). Evaporating Solidarity: The Response to Displacement Cannot Be Sustained by Empathy Alone. internationalviewpoint.org

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). United States student socialists discuss building the Gaza solidarity encampments. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-06). Xi attends welcome ceremony held by Macron. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday attended a welcome ceremony held by French President Emmanuel Macron.

newleftreview (2024-05-07). Perry Anderson: Pathbreakers High and Low. newleftreview.org A decade ago, Christopher Clark upended conventional accounts of the origins of the First World War; he has now rewritten the history of the European revolutions of 1848—1849, and proposed a new way of considering their outcomes. Analytically, what differentiates and what connects these two outstanding achievements?

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Commentary: Are young voters poised to upend Japanese politics? channelnewsasia.com Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's support among young voters is decreasing, putting his tenure at risk despite efforts to appeal to this demographic with promises of unprecedented efforts to tackle Japan's declining birthrate, says political scientist Yasuo Takao.

Bloomberg (2024-05-07). Alleged Chinese meddling spurs foreign agent registry in Canada. scmp.com New law will require people lobbying on behalf of a foreign government to register that activity publicly. A public inquiry is looking into allegations China meddled in Canadian elections.

Ben Jiang (2024-05-07). Chinese air taxi maker EHang completes maiden flight in Abu Dhabi as it eyes expansion in the Middle East. scmp.com The company's flagship EH216-S autonomous flying vehicle took off in Abu Dhabi, as part of a plan to launch commercial flights in the UAE.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Full text: China-France Joint Statement on the Situation in the Middle East. ecns.cn The following is the full text of a joint statement on the situation in the Middle East released by China and France on Monday.

greenleft.org.au (2024-05-07). Photos: Students launch pro-Palestine encampment at Curtin University. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). Peng Liyuan, French first lady visit Orsay Museum. ecns.cn Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, on invitation visited the Orsay Museum with Brigitte Macron, wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, in Paris on Monday afternoon.

ecns.cn (2024-05-07). China's Long March-6C rocket completes maiden flight. ecns.cn China's Long March-6C carrier rocket completed its maiden flight on Tuesday, placing four satellites in space. It was the 520th flight mission of the Long March series rockets.

newleftreview (2024-05-07). 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.

teleSUR, SH (2024-05-07). Gaza roza los 34.800 muertos por ataques israelíes. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Salud gazatí indicó que en las últimas 24 horas las fuerzas israelíes cometieron al menos seis masacres en el territorio palestino.

teleSUR, SH (2024-05-07). Al menos 18 muertos en Rafah a causa de bombardeos israelíes. telesurtv.net En medio de los bombardeos a la ciudad de Rafah, las Fuerzas de Defensa de Israel anunciaron que tomaron el control del paso fronterizo que separa a Gaza de Egipto.

Maria Calvo (2024-05-07). Secretario General de la ONU pide a Israel detener escalada en Rafah y retomar diálogo. radiohc.cu Naciones Unidas, 7 mayo (RHC) El secretario general de la ONU, António Guterres, urgió hoy al Gobierno israelí a detener la escalada en Rafah ante el riesgo que enfrentan las operaciones humanitarias concentradas en esa gobernación de Gaza.

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-05-07). Guterres afirma que invasión israelí a Rafah sería "intolerable" telesurtv.net El jefe de la ONU reiteró su "llamado urgente al Gobierno israelí y a los líderes de Hamás para que lleguen a un acuerdo y pongan fin al sufrimiento".

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-05-07). Hamás pide presionar a Israel para detener toma en Rafah. telesurtv.net Afirma que esta acción de Israel confirma la intención de la ocupación de socavar los esfuerzos de mediación para un alto el fuego y la liberación de prisioneros.

Maria Calvo (2024-05-07). Afirma Díaz-Canel que el mundo debería celebrar Día de Victoria contra Fascismo. radiohc.cu Moscú, 7 mayo (RHC) El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, expresó hoy satisfacción por su nueva visita a esta ciudad que calificó de bella y entrañable, con motivo de la celebración mañana del aniversario 79 del Día de la Victoria contra el fascismo.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-05-07). Vladimir Putin asume la presidencia de Rusia por otros seis años. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 may (RHC) El presidente reelecto de Rusia, Vladimir Putin, inició hoy un nuevo mandato de seis años al frente del país, al jurar el cargo en la ceremonia que se desarrolló en la sala de San Andrés en el Kremlin.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-05-07). Díaz-Canel en Moscú. radiohc.cu MOSCU, Federación de Rusia, 7 may (RHC) Luego de hacer un recorrido de más de nueve mil 500 kilómetros, el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez arribó este martes a la ciudad de Moscú, para realizar una visita de trabajo que se extenderá hasta el nueve de mayo.

María Candela (2024-05-07). Biden entre la espada y la pared. radiohc.cu El fantasma de la masacre en la Universidad de Kent, recorre los campus universitarios de la nación norteamericana. El presidente de la Cámara de Representantes, el republicano, Michael Johnson, declaró el pasado 30 de abril en rueda de prensa: "Columbia está fuera de control, por eso reclamamos que venga la policía y se ocupe del asunto. Y si la policía no es capaz (de controlar la situación) entonces necesitamos a la Guardia Nacional".

Maria Calvo (2024-05-07). Gobierno busca remover a controvertida Fiscal General de Guatemala. radiohc.cu Ha vuelto a cobrar intensidad en Guatemala el pulso entre el gobierno del presidente Bernardo Arévalo y la cuestionada Fiscal General Consuelo Porras, quien en todo momento se ha negado a renunciar a su puesto al que accedió en 2018 y fue ratificada cuatro años después por el anterior mandatario Alejandro Giammattei, señalado por la profundización bajo su gobierno de la corrupción en el país.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-05-07). Anuncian nuevo proyecto de colaboración con agencia de ONU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 may (RHC) La Oficina Nacional de Estadística e Información de la República de Cuba (ONEI) anunció que con la asistencia técnica de la Organización de ONU para la Agricultura y la Alimentación (FAO por sus siglas en inglés) concluyó la elaboración de un nuevo proyecto de colaboración.

teleSUR, SH (2024-05-07). Vladímir Putin toma posesión como nuevo presidente de Rusia. telesurtv.net Vladimir Putin aseguró que Rusia seguirá trabajando con sus socios en la formación de un orden mundial multipolar.

teleSUR, MS (2024-05-07). Qatar envía delegación a Egipto para mediar alto al fuego en Gaza. telesurtv.net Qatar se muestra optimista de que estas conversaciones puedan culminar en un acuerdo para un alto el fuego inmediato y permanente en la Franja de Gaza, así como en un intercambio de rehenes por presos palestinos.

teleSUR, MER (2024-05-07). Nicolás Maduro lidera sondeo de cara a comicios presidenciales. telesurtv.net El estudio refiere que el jefe de Estado venezolano cuenta con una clara preferencia de los consultados con el 52,70 por ciento.

teleSUR odr (2024-05-07). Accidente vial deja 11 muertos en Puno, Perú. telesurtv.net El Ministerio Público informó que la policía del país "está presente en la zona para realizar las diligencias de ley correspondientes y brindar el apoyo necesario en este trágico momento".

teleSUR, MS (2024-05-07). Lula pide recursos al Congreso para ayudar a los damnificados. telesurtv.net El presidente de Brasil pidió a los diputados recursos extraordinario para atender las inundaciones en Rio Grande do Sul. En respuesta a la tragedia que ha dejado 83 personas fallecidas y 111 desaparecidas…

teleSUR, MER (2024-05-07). Presidente de Venezuela rechaza censura del Gobierno argentino contra teleSUR. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado aseveró que el presidente de Argentina, Javier Milei, "le tiene miedo a teleSUR".

teleSUR, idg, JCM (2024-05-07). Reprimen a estudiantes universitarios propalestinos en Países Bajos. telesurtv.net Los agentes continúan en el campus de Roerterseiland, uno de los cuatro que tiene la UvA y sede de las facultades de Derecho, Ciencias Sociales, Economía y Negocios.

teleSUR, idg, JCM (2024-05-07). Presidente de Cuba llega a Rusia en visita de trabajo. telesurtv.net El jefe de estado cubano cumplirá un apretado programa, que incluirá encuentros con el presidente de la Federación de Rusia, Vladimir Putin, y otros dirigentes de ese país.

teleSUR, ahf, YSM (2024-05-07). Al menos dos muertos deja derrumbe de edificio en George, Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net El portavoz del Gobierno municipal de George, Ntobeko Mangqwengqwe detalló que la estructura contaba con unos cinco pisos similar a "un bloque de apartamentos".

teleSUR, rzr, SH (2024-05-07). EE.UU. envía equipamiento a Haití en apoyo de misión keniana. telesurtv.net La ONU reveló en un informe que durante el primer trimestre de 2024, han muerto o resultado gravemente heridas en Haití más de 2.500 personas.

teleSUR, jdo, JGN (2024-05-07). José María Heredia, el primer poeta de América. telesurtv.net José Martí lo consideró su padre literario, al expresar que el poeta cubano "tiene un solo semejante en literatura, que es Bolívar (…) El primer poeta de América es Heredia".

teleSUR, rzr, SH (2024-05-07). Suspendido primer vuelo espacial tripulado de Boeing a EEI. telesurtv.net El programa había previsto que la nave Starliner despegara desde el Complejo de Lanzamiento Espacial-41 ubicado en Cabo Cañaveral, Florida.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-05-07). Gobierno de Rusia dimite tras la investidura de Putin. telesurtv.net El gabinete seguirá desempeñando sus funciones hasta que se nombre un nuevo Gobierno.

teleSUR, idg, JCM (2024-05-07). China, UE y Francia conversan de intereses comunes en París. telesurtv.net Xi reafirmó que con la cooperación China-UE ambas partes saldrán beneficiadas, es una relación complementaria y mutuamente beneficiosa con amplios intereses comunes.

teleSUR, ahf, YSM (2024-05-07). México genera más de 84.000 puestos de trabajo en abril. telesurtv.net El Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social afirma que el salario base de cotización promedio es el tercero más alto registrado de los últimos veintitrés años en abril.

Lucas Leiroz de Almeida (2024-05-07). A Polà¥nia encoraja a militarizaàßà£o da UE. globalresearch.ca No meio da paranóia anti-Rússia na Europa, alguns líderes querem que a UE se militarize. Recentemente, uma autoridade polaca sugeriu a criaàßà£o de uma "brigada" para a Europa, capaz de responder rapidamente em situaàßàµes de risco militar. Considerando o elevado …

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-05-07). Venezuela y Nicaragua felicitan a nuevo presidente de Panamá. telesurtv.net Ambos Gobiernos expresaron su deseo de mantener una relación bilateral constructiva en beneficio de las naciones.

yenisafak (2024-05-07). Ulusoy Un'dan tarƒ±m teknolojilerine yatƒ±rƒ±m. yenisafak.com 2050 yƒ±lƒ±na kadar dàºnya nàºfusunun 9,7 milyara ula≈ümasƒ± ve kàºresel iklim kriziyle birlikte tarƒ±msal àºretimde dàº≈üàº≈ü ve kƒ±tlƒ±klarƒ±n ya≈üanmasƒ± bekleniyor. Bu doƒürultuda tarƒ±mda dijital dà∂nàº≈üàºm, sàºrdàºràºlebilirliƒüi saƒülamakla birlikte gàºbre, zirai ilaàßlar, su kullanƒ±mƒ± ve yakƒ±t tàºketim…

Maria Calvo (2024-05-07). Abogan por realzar coctelería de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 mayo (RHC) El jefe de capacitación de la Asociación de Cantineros de Cuba (ACC), Rodolfo Pérez, llamó hoy a resaltar a los profesionales de este servicio y mantener su prestigio a nivel mundial.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-05-07). Cantante cubana Liuba María Hevia llegará a Chile. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 may (RHC) La cantante y compositora cubana Liuba María Hevia se presentará el 18 de junio en la sala de conciertos de Radio Universidad de Chile, más de tres décadas después de su primera visita a este país.

teleSUR, SH, JGN (2024-05-07). El legado de Evita a 105 años de su nacimiento. telesurtv.net Evita fundó escuelas, hospitales y contribuyó a acortar la desigualdad social heredada de gobiernos conservadores y militares.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-05-07). El presidente de China, Xi Jinping, llega a Tarbes, Francia. telesurtv.net Xi fue recibido en el aeropuerto por el presidente francés, Emmanuel Macron, y su esposa, Brigitte Macron.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-05-07). Presidente Xi recuerda bombardeo de la OTAN contra embajada china. telesurtv.net Presidente Xi comienza su visita a Serbia en el 25º aniversario del bombardeo de la embajada china por parte de la OTAN…

channelnewsasia (2024-05-07). Two men convicted in billion-dollar money laundering case deported to Cambodia. channelnewsasia.com Su Wenqiang and Wang Baosen, both 32, are barred from re-entering Singapore, says an Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) spokesperson.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-05-07). Experto subraya impactos de libre visado para turistas chinos en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 may (RHC) La exención de libre visado para turistas chinos anunciada por Cuba contribuirá a aumentar los intercambios y fortalecer aún más las relaciones bilaterales en múltiples sectores, opinó una fuente especializada.

teleSUR, rzr, MS (2024-05-07). Presidente Petro visitará comunidades populares en Barranquilla. telesurtv.net El presidente asistirá a varios encuentros con las comunidades de los barrios populares de la ciudad en una jornada de "Gobierno Escucha"

Staff (2024-05-07). Gobierno argentino elimina señal de teleSUR de grilla de la TDA. telesurtv.net Nuestra multiplataforma continuará construyendo una sinfonía de voces a través de sus diversos canales y plataformas.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-05-07). Uruguay amplía alerta naranja y doble amarilla por lluvias intensas. telesurtv.net El Instituto refirió la existencia de una perturbación atmosférica asociada a masa de aire húmeda.

teleSUR, MS (2024-05-07). Israel bombardea sin tregua diferentes puntos civiles en Rafah. telesurtv.net Además, los aviones de combate sionistas atacaron almacenes de ayuda humanitaria en el lado palestino del cruce fronterizo de Rafah, causando un incendio y daños a varios camiones de ayuda.

teleSUR, JCM, MER, JGN, SH, JDO (2024-05-07). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net La OMS ha alertado sobre la grave situación sanitaria en Gaza y la falta de recursos para atender a la población afectada por los ataques israelíes.

Maria Calvo (2024-05-07). Mayo mes para disfrutar de buena música en La Habana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 mayo (RHC) El mes de mayo llega repleto de buena música para vivir y disfrutar en múltiples espacios de La Habana, desde zarzuelas hasta música de cámara y otros géneros preferidos hoy por el público capitalino.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-05-07). Comienza análisis de Ley àìmnibus en Senado argentino. radiohc.cu La Habana, 7 may (RHC) El Senado argentino iniciará hoy el análisis en comisiones de la conocida como Ley àìmnibus, la cual establece la delegación de facultades legislativas al presidente Javier Milei y recibió fuertes críticas de organizaciones sociales y sindicales.

Maria Calvo (2024-05-07). Al borde del abismo. radiohc.cu Las temidas palabras "armas nucleares" han sido pronunciadas en el marco de la guerra librada actualmente en el norte de Europa, donde la intromisión y total ausencia de sentido común de varias potencias occidentales podrían ahogar al mundo en un hongo atómico devastador.

teleSUR, MS (2024-05-07). Dos muertos tras desplome de helicóptero de la Armada de Ecuador. telesurtv.net Los fallecidos fueron identificados como el piloto, Wilson Andrés Bohorques Andrade, y el copiloto, Jean Elías Ramírez Saltos, cuyos cuerpos fueron encontrados sin vida.

teleSUR, lvm, SH (2024-05-07). Procuraduría de Perú presenta diligencia contra exprimer ministro. telesurtv.net La investigación contra Alberto Otárola se basa en información periodística y recabada de portales institucionales.

teleSUR, ahf, SH (2024-05-07). Universitarios suizos se unen a las protestas en apoyo a Gaza. telesurtv.net Las protestas en la universidad suiza de Lausana siguen el ejemplo de las manifestaciones ocurridas en varias universidades de países como EE.UU., Canadá, y Francia.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-05-07). Mantienen 16 provincias en alerta amarilla en República Dominicana. telesurtv.net El Distrito Nacional y otras ocho provincias se ubican en verde.

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-05-07). Suben a seis los muertos por derrumbe de edificio en Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Los equipos de rescate de la provincia y de otras partes del país, así como de la ONG Gift of the Givers, continúan las labores de búsqueda.

teleSUR, lvm, YSM (2024-05-07). Francia y China exigen tregua en los conflictos durante Olimpiadas. telesurtv.net El presidente francés recalcó "el impacto de este conflicto sobre la seguridad europea".

teleSUR, YSM (2024-05-07). Respaldan a teleSUR tras decisión del Gobierno argentino. telesurtv.net Figuras como los argentinos Atilio Borón y Lautaro Rivara han denunciado el acto de censura.

teleSUR, SH (2024-05-07). Declaran alerta por tornados en Oklahoma, Estados Unidos. telesurtv.net La situación en el estado de Oklahoma es de tormentas severas y granizos acompañados de la proliferación de tornados.

teleSUR, idg, JCM (2024-05-07). Ataque con arma blanca deja dos muertos y varios heridos en China. telesurtv.net En el incidente, ocurrido a las 13H20 hora local (05H20 GMT), resultaron heridos trabajadores y pacientes.

teleSUR, lvm, YSM (2024-05-07). Transportistas protestan contra Ley de Bases en Argentina. telesurtv.net De igual manera las y los trabajadores protestaron ante el aumento en el servicio ferroviario.

teleSUR, SH (2024-05-07). Presidente cubano parte rumbo a Rusia en visita de trabajo. telesurtv.net La visita de Miguel Díaz-Canel se desarrollará en el marco del aniversario 64 del restablecimiento de las relaciones bilaterales y de los 79 años de la victoria en la Gran Guerra Patria.

teleSUR, odr, SH (2024-05-07). Venezuela condena bombardeos de Israel a la ciudad de Rafah. telesurtv.net Venezuela condenó los bombardeos sobre la ciudad de Rafah al sur de la Franja de Gaza, perpetrados por el Estado sionista de Israel…

teleSUR, ahf, YSM (2024-05-07). Israel inicia incursión militar contra Rafah. telesurtv.net La decisión del ataque fue tomada debido a que, según Israel, la última oferta de Hamás distaba de sus requisitos esenciales.

teleSUR, rzr, JCM (2024-05-07). Directora ejecutiva de Onusida visita Cuba. telesurtv.net Winnie Byanyima, directora ejecutiva del Programa Conjunto de las Naciones Unidas sobre el VIH/SIDA, consideró como un "gran honor poder estar en Cuba".

Michael Roberts (2024-05-07). Further thoughts on the economics of imperialism. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-05-07). Are the BRICS and their New Development Bank offering alternatives to the World Bank, the IMF and the policies promoted by the traditional imperialist powers? cadtm.org

Sushovan Dhar (2024-05-07). India : popular movements, not elections, will bring transformative change. cadtm.org With the exception of a brief period, India has been more fortunate than many other nations in being able to maintain parliamentary rule over the last 77 years. With 900 million voters—more than the populations of Europe and Australia put together—the Indian elections are hailed as the largest exhibition and celebration of democracy. The nation's economic growth over the past 30 years —one of the fastest in the world—also makes the elections noteworthy on a global scale.
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Michael Roberts (2024-05-07). India: Modi and the rise of the billionaire Raj. cadtm.org A general election in India starts today. 970m Indians, more than 10% of the world's population, will head to the polls in what will be the largest election in history for the Lok Sabha (House of the People) parliamentary elections. The poll will spread across India and take up to 4 June to complete. Opinion polls suggest that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leader of the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and his coalition will win a third successive 5-year term, and win by (…) | – | / |

Eric Toussaint (2024-05-07). The singularity and importance of the 1st World Anti-Fascist Conference to be held in Porto Alegre from 17 to 19 May 2024. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-05-07). The World Bank saw the debt crisis looming. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-05-07). The Mexican debt crisis and the World Bank. cadtm.org

Maria Elena Saludas (2024-05-07). Towards the 6th International Ecosocialist Meeting. cadtm.org

Yorgos Mitralias (2024-05-07). "The Olympic flame, a wonderful idea from Dr. Goebbels"! cadtm.org

CADTM International (2024-05-07). The CADTM Denounces the Lack of Action on Climate Change and the Neoliberal Approach of the Bretton Woods Institutions. cadtm.org

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-05-07). Al-Qassam Brigades targets Israeli occupation forces trying to advance east of Rafah Crossing with mortar shells. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-05-07). Palestinian Red Crescent: No safe place in Gaza for million and a half Palestinians residing in Rafah. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-05-07). Palestinian Red Crescent: Rafah invasion threatens lives of thousands of civilians and deteriorates already collapsing health system. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-05-07). Gaza Day 214: IOF Launches Intense Aggression on Rafah, Halting Aid and Passenger Movement. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli aggression against Gaza Strip on its 214th day continues, with intense bombardment in Rafah and raids in Gaza City and north. The Yarmouk area, east of Jabalia, Beit Lahia, and Beit Hanoun were targeted, leading to casualties among citizens. Reports indicate Israeli military vehicles entering Rafah land crossing, with buildings being hit by artillery …

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-05-07). Palestinian Red Crescent: The greatest concern now is blocking ambulances from reaching casualties. english.almanar.com.lb

newarab (2024-05-07). Gazans trapped as Israeli forces take over Rafah crossing. newarab.com The Hamas said late on Monday it had agreed to a ceasefire proposal from mediators seven months int…

newarab (2024-05-07). Did US and Hamas trick Israel into Gaza ceasefire deal. newarab.com Israeli officials claim to have not been briefed by Washington on the ceasefire deal proposed by The deal has reportedly been shunned by Israeli officials as they said it required "too many concessions" on Israel's side, adding that it was not what was previously agreed. | According to American news site Axios, a senior US official played down Israeli concerns by saying "American diploma…

newarab (2024-05-07). Saudi strongly condemns Israel amid Rafah invasion fears. newarab.com Saudi Arabia has warned against The statement from the Saudi foreign ministry accused Israel of targeting Rafah "as part of its It also said that Israel wanted to "displace" the Gaza Strip's "residents towards the unknown" saying that this was "in light of…

newarab (2024-05-07). What will happen to Gaza's border as Israel attacks Rafah. newarab.com Thousands of In the early morning of Tuesday, 7 May, the

newarab (2024-05-07). Israeli army seizes control of Rafah's border crossing. newarab.com On Tuesday morning, the Israeli army took full control of the The Gaza-based General Authority for Crossings and Borders said in a press statement sent to The New Arab that the

newarab (2024-05-07). Hamas accepts Gaza truce, as Israel bombs Rafah. newarab.com The Hamas announcement brought cheering crowds onto the street amid tears of happiness, chants of "Allahu Akbar" ("God i…

newarab (2024-05-07). Egyptians outraged at Israel's military operations in Rafah. newarab.com As Israel On Tuesday, Cairo called on…

newarab (2024-05-07). Two Israeli soldiers killed in Hezbollah drone attack. newarab.com The Israeli military confirmed on Tuesday the death of two of its reserve soldiers in a drone strike a day earlier launched by Lebanon's Hezbollah on Monday said it launched the attack on Metula, a northern The Israeli military had initially said there were injuries, but Hezbollah-affiliated media reported two soldiers had died. | According to an…

newarab (2024-05-07). Israel is a broken society. And it's not just Bibi to blame. newarab.com In Washington, murmurs of discontent over Bibi's handling of Israel's war on Gaza have turned into outright disdain. | The decision of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, one of Israel's staunchest allies, to President Biden then trumped Schumer by

newarab (2024-05-07). Israeli settlers attack Gaza aid convoy, destroy food. newarab.com Around 250 The protesters blocked traffic in Latrun, a small illegal settlement close to Jerusalem, before breaking into the trucks and throwing their contents on the floor despite attempts by the police to reopen the road. | Six people were arrested, the Israeli police announced on Tuesday. | A group called the "Order 9 movement" had announc…

newarab (2024-05-07). Mid-level Israeli team to head to Cairo to assess Hamas position, official says. newarab.com A team of mid-ranking "This delegation is made up of mid-level envoys. Were there a credible deal in the offing, the principals would be heading the delegation," the official told Reuters, referring to the senior officials from the intelligen…

newarab (2024-05-07). Gaza at the Gala: Palestinian activists arrested outside Met. newarab.com Dozens of Hundreds of protesters marched through the city in a rally named 'The Day of Rage', called for by the pro-Palestinian group Within Our Lifetime, starting at Hunter College to the Metropolitan Art Museum where the high-profile charity event was held. | A…

newarab (2024-05-07). Remembering Yousef Al-Heela, football manager killed in Gaza. newarab.com Last month, Yousef Al-Heela, the The attack killed more than 12 people and left dozens wounded. |

newarab (2024-05-07). Turkey strikes PKK militants in northern Iraq. newarab.com Warplanes struck suspected positions of the

newarab (2024-05-07). US professor shouts abuse at Muslim woman at Gaza protest. newarab.com Arizona State University (ASU) has placed a professor on leave and said it was investigating him on Monday after a video showed the academic harassing a Muslim woman at a pro-Palestine march. | "ASU is aware of the allegations against Jonathan Yudelman and is investigating them," a university spokesperson told the Anadolu news agency, adding that he had been placed on leave pending the outcome of the investigation. | The investigation came after a video shared online showed Yudelman shouting aggressively at a woman wearing the hijab, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for him to be punished. | In the…

newarab (2024-05-07). Palestine Monetary Authority probing Gaza bank robberies. newarab.com The The independent body that oversees the financial system in Palestine acknowledged that banks in

newarab (2024-05-07). Taliban say order restored after Afghan opium poppy protests. newarab.com The Afghan Mujahid said in a separate stateme…

newarab (2024-05-07). UK could use Iraq in Rwanda-style refugee processing scheme. newarab.com The Government documents seen by Sky News revealed that the government wanted to process asylum seekers who had arrived in the UK and was in correspondence with Iraqi officials. | The UK government currently advises its nationals against all travel to Iraq apart from t…

newarab (2024-05-07). US repatriates 11 citizens from northeast Syria. newarab.com The The United States also helped repatriate six Canadians, four

newarab (2024-05-07). Fatah 'denies' it opposes Marwan Barghouti's release. newarab.com

newarab (2024-05-07). Dutch police arrest 125 at pro-Gaza encampment in Amsterdam. newarab.com Dutch police arrested around 125 Police said the crackdown was "necessary to restore order" at the Netherlands' elite university, which follows a wave of campus protests in the US last month. | Videos from the protest in Amsterdam show p…

newarab (2024-05-07). Could US campus protests over Gaza cost Biden the election. newarab.com

newarab (2024-05-07). Belgium to support Palestine's full UN membership bid: FM. newarab.com Belgian Foreign Minister

newarab (2024-05-07). Turkey opens another former Byzantine church as a mosque. newarab.com Turkey formally converted

newarab (2024-05-07). In Sudan's El Fasher, a deadly battle for Darfur looms. newarab.com The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have encircled and besieged El Fasher remains the A defeat for the SAF and former Darfur rebel groups fighting alongside it…

newarab (2024-05-07). Support for TikTok ban due to Gaza content, says Mitt Romney. newarab.com The support for a nationwide ban on Speaking at an event at the McCain Institute think-tank alongside Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Romney explained that the ban on the app passed both chambers of Congress due to apparent widespread mention…

newarab (2024-05-07). India 2024 elections: Bollywood flooded with pro—Modi films. newarab.com

newarab (2024-05-07). Saudi Arabia team in Pakistan for talks on gold mine stake. newarab.com Executives from The mine, located in Pakistan's restive southwestern

newarab (2024-05-07). Ukraine says thwarted Russian-led plot to kill Zelensky. newarab.com Two Ukrainian security officials were arrested for their links to the group, which had aimed to carry out high-profile killings ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's inauguration on Tuesday. | "The terrorist attack, which was supposed to…

newarab (2024-05-07). Palestine seeks General Assembly support for UN membership. newarab.com

newarab (2024-05-07). A 'cloud' covers Orthodox Easter for Palestinians in US. newarab.com For "There's been this big cloud over everybody. How can we celebrate when 35,000 people have been killed?" Husam Marajda, a Palestinian-American in Chicago, told The New Arab. | "We're brothers. It's very hard…

newarab (2024-05-07). Tourists could explore the whole GCC on one visa by December. newarab.com A new visa system allowing tourists and expatriates to visit all six Currently, tourists need a separate visa for each Gulf nation they visit but the new scheme will allow for free travel between all GCC countries, in a boost for regional tourism. | "By the end of this year, the whole system will be in place. [We] are working day and night and e-service is a v…

newarab (2024-05-07). 'Unlike anything we have studied': Gaza's destruction in numbers. newarab.com

newarab (2024-05-07). Morocco: Cannabis farmers push for recreational legalisation. newarab.com

newarab (2024-05-07). US rapper Macklemore releases pro-Gaza track Hind's Hall. newarab.com US rapper Macklemore has released a new song in The song, entitled 'Hind's Hall', pays tribute to

newarab (2024-05-07). Qatar 'committed' to Gaza mediator role, refuses 'pressure'. newarab.com

Larry Johnson (2024-05-07). Are the West and Ukraine Going to Send Putin an Inauguration "gift"? sonar21.com Lots of information swirling through social media that hints that Ukraine is going to launch a major attack on Russia targets, using Western long-range missiles, on 7 May, which is inauguration day in Russia. As I mentioned in my chat today with Judge Napolitano, a good friend, whose wife is in Moscow, told me that she has been stopped and searched twice in the last week while running errands in her car. Moscow authorities are on high alert for a potential serious threat. Remains to be seen if this is just nervous worry or reflects solid intelligence that a plot is afoot. | RT reports that Ukraine may start…

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Netanyahu Snubs Biden Again; Israel Launches Rafah Op Despite U.S.' Rebuke, Jordan King's Warning. hindustantimes.com Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has left U.S. President Joe Biden red-faced once again as he ordered his troops to enter Rafah despite a warning. On May 6, Biden spoke to Netanyahu on call for 30 minutes and warned him against the ground offensive in Rafah. His call came hours before Hamas accepted the ceasefire proposal. But Netanyahu went ahead anyway. The IDF released videos today of tanks with Israeli flags inside Rafah. After Biden's call with Netanyahu, Jordan's king also warned of another massacre in Gaza. Watch. INTERNATIONAL NEWS…

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). 'Seal The Deal': Angry Israelis Roar At Netanyahu, Gaza Celebrates After Hamas' Move | Watch. hindustantimes.com Massive protests erupted in Israel against PM Benjamin Netanyahu while Gaza celebrated Hamas' acceptance of ceasefire-hostages deal. Angry Israelis hit the streets in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, urging Netanyahu to accept the proposal as Israeli war cabinet said that Hamas had not agreed upon some of its requirements. The U.S. also said that the Hamas' response is being studied. Watch for more details. INTERNATIONAL NEWS…

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Israel 'Unhappy' Even As Hamas Accepts Gaza Ceasefire Proposal. Here's Why | Report. hindustantimes.com

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Israeli Tanks Enter Rafah, Gunfire, Drones Buzz Near Egypt Border As IDF Begins Ground Op | Watch. hindustantimes.com Israel has reportedly launched a ground operation in Rafah after Hamas accepted a ceasefire proposal. Israeli tanks entered Rafah and gunfire and explosions were heard at the Rafah crossing near Egypt's border, as per Times of Israel. The Israel Air Force's drones were also heard buzzing in Rafah's skies. Footage on social media showed Israeli soldiers in Rafah. Watch. INTERNATIONAL NEWS…

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Putin Takes Oath As Russian President For Fifth Term | Watch Glittering Ceremony. hindustantimes.com Vladimir Putin was sworn in for a new six-year term at a Kremlin ceremony that was boycotted by the United States and a number of other Western countries due to Russia's war in Ukraine. At the ceremony inside the gilded Grand Kremlin Palace, Putin placed his hand on the Russian Constitution and vowed to defend it as a crowd of hand-picked dignitaries looked on. The 71-year-old has ruled Russia since the turn of the century, securing a fresh six-year mandate in March after winning presidential elections devoid of all opposition. Watch this video for all the details.

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Putin Takes Oath As Russian Pres; NATO & EU Nations 'Sulk,' Boycott Kremlin Ceremony | Watch. hindustantimes.com NATO Nations U.S., UK and Germany, Baltic states Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia, the Czech Republic and some EU members have boycotted the swearing in of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The grand event is taking place at the Kremlin in Moscow. Ukraine echoed the nations who boycotted the ceremony, saying it doesn't recognize Putin to be the democratically elected president of Russia. Meanwhile, ambassadors from France, Hungary and Slovakia are attending the inauguration. Watch this video for more details. INTERNATIONAL NEWS…

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Ukraine, NATO Panicking Over Putin's Nuclear Drill Move? How West Reacted To Russia's Declaration. hindustantimes.com

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Russia's Lethal Ka-52 Helicopter Fires Non-Stop Shots At Ukraine's Drone Boats Moving Towards Crimea. hindustantimes.com

hindustantimes (2024-05-07). Moscow Honey-Trapped American Soldier? U.S. Soldier Arrested For 'Criminal Misconduct' In Russia. hindustantimes.com