(2024-08-15). The ICJ Finds That BDS Is Not Merely A Right, But An Obligation. popularresistance.org Israel and its lobby have, for years now, been engaged in a frenzy of activity to further insulate Israel from accountability by using their influence in the West to effectively outlaw organized opposition to Israel. Foremost among these efforts has been the Israeli campaign to penalize calls to boycott, divest from, and sanction Israel for its gross violations of human rights. As a result, countless laws and policies are now on the books across the U.S. and the broader West, trampling on core constitutional principles and internationally guaranteed human rights in defense of Israeli impunity. But an advisory opi…
(2024-08-15). Democracy Now! 2024-08-15 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 15, 2024; "Incomprehensible": U.S. Approves $20 Billion in New Arms for Israel as Gaza Death Toll Tops 40,000; Colombia Faces "One of the Largest Humanitarian Crises on Earth" as Armed Groups Grow Stronger; "End the Impunity": Rohingya Muslims Under Attack by Both Burmese Army and Rebel Group | Headlines for August 15, 2024; "Incomprehensible": U.S. Approves $20 Billion in New Arms for Israel as Gaza Death Toll Tops 40,000; Colombia Faces "One of the Largest Humanitarian Crises on Earth" as Armed Groups Grow Stronger; "End the Im…
(2024-08-15). New round of Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha: Where do Hamas, Israel stand? aljazeera.com Amid risks of a wider regional conflict, Israel and Hamas face major sticking points ahead of truce talks in Qatar.
(2024-08-15). Columbia University President Steps Down After Israel-Hamas Conflict Fuels Campus Protests. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-15). Israel approves new illegal settlement on UNESCO site near Bethlehem. aljazeera.com The Nahal Heletz settlement shrinks Palestinian land and poses 'imminent threat' to a World Heritage Site.
(2024-08-15). MBS Warns US Lawmakers His Life Is at Risk Over Israel-Saudi Deal: Report. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-15). March On DNC: Coalition Vows To Win Fight For Right To March. popularresistance.org Chicago, IL — On Monday, August 19, the Democratic National Convention comes to Chicago. The Coalition to March on the DNC, consisting of more than 200 organizations, will bring tens of thousands of protesters to the streets surrounding the United Center. | The front banner in the street will read, "Stand with Palestine! End U.S. aid to Israel!" Because this is mainly a march for Palestine, the Democratic Party powerbrokers are scared. | On Monday, August 12, U.S. District Judge Andrea R. Wood ruled against the coalition's lawsuit, which sought a longer march route than the city of Chicago had offered. The…
(2024-08-15). They Would Not Know Us. counterpunch.org Anyone can be a barbarian; it requires a terrible effort to remain a civilized man. ~Leornard Woolf This week marks the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Geneva Conventions, an attempt by the world's nations to restrain and prohibit the horrors and terrors of modern warfare. The victors of World War II were the
(2024-08-15). We Are The Bad Guys. popularresistance.org In Murder in Samarkand I describe how as a British ambassador, when I discovered the full extent of our complicity in torture in the War on Terror, I thought it must be a rogue operation and all I had to do was make ministers and senior officials aware and they would stop it. | When I was reprimanded and officially told that receipt of intelligence from torture in the "War on Terror" was approved from the prime minister and foreign secretary down, and it became clear to me that there was a deliberate promoting of false intelligence narratives through torture, which exaggerated the Al Qaida threat to justify milit…
(2024-08-15). What will stop the genocide in Gaza? electronicintifada.net Palestinians are being expected to negotiate an end to their extermination.
(2024-08-15). Peace Is Not On The Ballot In November. caitlinjohnstone.com.au I keep seeing liberal commentators So let's be clear here: Peace is not on the ballot in November. Americans are voting for Red War or Blue…
(2024-08-15). Washington intensifies preparations for Middle East war with $20 billion arms sale to Israel. wsws.org Backed by the entire ruling class, the Biden administration is determined to wage a catastrophic conflict targeting Iran that it views as one front in a global eruption of imperialist violence against its rivals, which can only be stopped by the independent political mobilisation of the international working class.
(2024-08-15). CovertAction Bulletin — Eyewitness: Venezuela's Election. covertactionmagazine.com Venezuela's elections took place on July 28th. Nicolás Maudro defeated the right-wing candidate Edmundo González Urrutia by over a million votes. The imperialist machine immediately jumped into action to denounce the elections, condemning Maduro as a dictator and calling the results undemocratic…
(2024-08-15). CNN's Fraudulent Analysis of Fraud in the Venezuelan Presidential Election. dissidentvoice.org In the quarter century of the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, initiated by the election of Hugo Chávez and continued by his successor Nicolás Maduro, 31 national elections have been held. Invariably, the US-backed opposition claimed fraud in all but the two contests that they won. Equally unvaryingly has been the corporate press's supporting and indeed …
(2024-08-15). The US reasserts its support for Israel's massacres by selling it 20 billion in arms. peoplesdispatch.org While blaming Iran and its allies of threatening peace and security in the region, the US has provided Israel with the needed financial support to proceed with one of the most hideous genocides in history.
(2024-08-15). PDF of August 15 print issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF. Message to DNC Stop the genocide! Following massacre Hamas calls for worldwide response Union's first Apple store contract Intensify the class struggle On the picket line Around the World Meeting Leila Khaled‚ÄÉ Olympics expose Western bias‚ÄÉ Nicolás Maduro wins!‚ÄÉ Condemn Israel's assassinations Tear down the walls: Anatomy . . . |
(2024-08-15). German government supports Tabeen massacre and Kursk invasion. wsws.org For Germany's ruling class, which has committed the worst crimes in human history, genocide and world war are once again part of political normality.
(2024-08-15). Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif is alive, says senior official. middleeasteye.net 
Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif is alive, says senior official | Osama Hamdan tells AP that Deif is 'fine' and dismisses the Israeli assassination claim as an attempt to 'justify the massacre' of Palestinians in the 13 July attack | | A billboard in Tel Aviv displays portraits of Hamas leaders…
(2024-08-15). Hamas finally reveals fate of Mohammed Deif. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hamas spokesperson Osama Hamdan finally revealed the fate of the leader of the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, the movement's military wing, Mohammed Deif, following Israeli allegations of his assassination.Weeks ago, Israel claimed the killing of Mohammed Deif, the leader of Al-Qassam Brigades, in an Israeli airstrike in Khan Yunis in the Gaza Strip.Hamdan confirmed that Mohammed Deif is "fine" and that he was not killed as some Israeli sources claimed.The Hamas spokesperson also revealed that the announcement by Israel on the killing of Deif is only to "justify the massacre committed by the Israelis i…
(2024-08-15). Fim das negociaàßàµes após o massacre ucraniano de civis em Kursk. globalresearch.ca O conflito ucraniano entrou numa nova fase. Na sequência das últimas provocaàßàµes do regime neonazista contra as áreas civis russas, Moscou tomou uma decisà£o importante, eliminando qualquer possibilidade de negociaàßà£o. O ataque terrorista ucraniano a Kursk violou uma grave linha …
(2024-08-15). "They Just Killed Everybody in the School." ‚Ä®An Outcry to the World on the Zionist-Israeli Mass Homicide. globalresearch.ca Please watch this powerful message from a beautiful Gazan girl. | It is a message to the world about the Israeli Zionist bombing-massacre committed on a school in Gaza City, in the Al-Daraj neighborhood. See 1-minute facebook video below. | . ….
(2024-08-15). Hizbullah reaffirms commitment and principles in defense of Lebanon. plenglish.com In a statement on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of the victory in July 2006, the political and military movement emphasized its strength and determination to protect Lebanon, its people, resources and "what the homeland deserves in terms of a free, honorable and dignified life." | In commemorating the date, Hezbollah highlighted the dignity of the martyrs who "with their blood wrote the epic of the honorable defense of Lebanon and the people." | At this point, he stressed that the triumphant return on August 14, 2006, amidst rubble and destruction, marked the way under the central motto: "The era of defeat…
(2024-08-15). 'Promising start': White House says Doha summit has started, talks to continue into Friday. haaretz.com Fire breaks out in Upper Galilee due to rocket explosion; Fire teams operating on location ‚ñ White House's Kirby: Information tells us that Iran has not moved off its threat to attack Israel ‚ñ Netanyahu meets with hostage deal negotiating team ahead of Qatar summit ‚ñ Five Palestinians killed in Israeli raids, strike in West Bank; four soldiers wounded by explosive device during operation ‚ñ U.S. envoy in Beirut says Israel-Hezbollah escalation is avoidable…
(2024-08-15). Israel holds the key to freeing the hostages – but Iran will decide if the Middle East goes to war. haaretz.com Thursday's summit in Doha is a Russian doll filled with layer upon layer of obstacles: it's unclear how much flexibility Netanyahu has given Israeli negotiators and whether that will be enough for Hamas; and no one knows whether Iran and Hezbollah will see a Gaza cease-fire as an excuse to forgo their military response to two humiliating assassinations…
(2024-08-15). After Midnight, Hezbollah's Early Morning Attack Tires IDF: 4th Israel Base Hit; Iran Strike Soon. hindustantimes.com Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group fired a volley of 'Katyusha' rockets at an Israeli military barracks in Beit Hillel in northern Israel in the early hours of August 15. The Lebanon-based militant group said that its attack was in retaliation for the IDF's strike on the town of Blida earlier on Wednesday that killed at least one person.
(2024-08-15). What you need to know about the latest round of Gaza ceasefire negotiations. mondoweiss.net 
Calls for renewing ceasefire talks come amid threats of a regional war in response to Israeli assassinations in Iran and Lebanon. Netanyahu has systematically worked to undermine talks and a prisoner exchange deal. Will this time be any different?>
(2024-08-15). Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, two injured. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In southern Lebanon, a series of Israeli airstrikes have escalated tensions, targeting multiple towns. An Israeli drone strike hit a vehicle in the center of Jdeideh Marjayoun, followed by additional air raids on the towns of Blida and Houla. According to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, two people were injured in a separate airstrike on the town of Rab Thalatheen, with one of them in critical condition.In a recent escalation, an Israeli airstrike on the town of Blida in southern Lebanon resulted in the death of one person and left another injured, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. In a new…
(2024-08-15). Relief to Southern Lebanon: 8,000 Families Receive Food Parcels. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Two killed, scores injured in Israeli strikes on Lebanon. newarab.com 
One person was killed and nine others wounded in a strike on the southern town of Marjayoun, the Lebanese health ministry said, revising downwards a previous death toll of three. | Another was k…
(2024-08-15). Parliament Speaker Reiterates Lebanese Right to Self-Defense. plenglish.com Beirut, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri reiterated today Lebanon's right to self-defense against Israeli aggression, which did not hesitate to attack civilians, journalists, paramedics and use internationally banned weapons.
(2024-08-15). DNC 'Delegates Against Genocide' urge a 'no' vote on Democratic Party platform. mondoweiss.net 
Delegates Against Genocide, a coalition of delegates to the Democratic National Convention (DNC), calls for delegates to vote 'No' on the 2024 Democratic Party platform over its failure to demand a ceasefire in Gaza and a U.S. arms embargo on Israel.
(2024-08-15). The June Jordan-Audre Lorde Dispute, Kamala Harris, And Palestine. popularresistance.org At a rally in Detroit Michigan on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, Kamala Harris chided pro-Palestine protesters. As they chanted "Kamala, Kamala You can't Hide! We Won't Vote for Genocide!" the self-proclaimed "top cop" shot back, "You know what? If you want Donald Trump to win, then say that. Otherwise, I'm speaking." This open contempt displayed by the presumptive presidential nominee for the Democratic Party came exactly two weeks after she met with Benjamin Netanyahu and reiterated the United States' unwavering commitment to the right of the colonial entity ("Israel") to exist, and by extension, to continue its wa…
(2024-08-15). Inner West Labor votes against council investigating its ties to Gaza genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Iran Condemns US Backing of Israel As 'Indelible Disgrace'. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the United States for backing Israel in committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, according to a statement released on social media.
(2024-08-15). Returning Gaza Student Protesters Face Punitive Welcome. indybay.org As university and college students prepare to return to campus for the new school year, many find themselves in legal limbo for their participation in the anti-Genocide student encampments protesting Israel's war in Gaza at the end of the last school year.
(2024-08-15). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: After two months. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Germany seeks Ukrainian suspect in 2022 Nord Stream sabotage. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- German prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for a Ukrainian man linked to the 2022 Nord Stream gas pipeline explosions, as reported by German media on Wednesday.Germany requested a European arrest warrant in June for the suspect, identified as Volodymyr Z., whose last known address was in Poland. Despite this, Polish authorities have not arrested him, and he is now believed to have fled.Investigators suspect that Volodymyr Z. was one of the divers who planted explosives on the Nord Stream pipelines. German authorities have also identified two other Ukrainians involved but have not yet issued warran…
(2024-08-15). 'Strong record of supporting the U.S.-Israel relationship': a look at Tim Walz's votes on Palestine as a member of Congress. mondoweiss.net 
A review of Tim Walz's time in Congress from 2007 to 2018 shows he supported multiple Israeli wars on Gaza, rejected the international consensus on the illegality of West Bank settlements, and opposed any unilateral declaration of a Palestinian state.
(2024-08-15). Fighting the Israeli army in Gaza: Inside the battle for Shuja'iyya. mondoweiss.net 
In a testimony obtained by Mondoweiss, a resident of Shuja'iyya recounts his motivations for wanting to join Hamas's al-Qassam Brigades to fight against the Israeli army.
(2024-08-15). 'Operation al-Aqsa Flood' Day 314: New ceasefire talks begin in Doha as official death toll surpasses 40,000. mondoweiss.net 
Amid skepticism that Netanyahu intends to continue derailing a prisoner exchange deal for as long as possible, White House advisor John Kirby said the ceasefire talks that began on Thursday were "promising."
(2024-08-15). Columbia University president resigns amid criticism of Gaza protests policy, antisemitism. haaretz.com Minouche Shafik's leadership faced intense scrutiny, with increasing demands for her resignation, in light of her perceived mishandling of the protests and accusations of campus antisemitism…
(2024-08-15). Columbia University president resigns months after pro-Palestine protests. middleeasteye.net 
Columbia University president resigns months after pro-Palestine protests | A student group that led the protests welcomes Minouche Shafik's departure but pushes for divestment from Israeli-linked companies | | Columbia University President Minouche Shafik testifies before the House Education and…
(2024-08-15). Columbia University President steps down amid Gaza protests. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Columbia University President Minouche Shafik made headlines amid announcing that she will be resigning from her post, according to a statement she made on the institution's official website. This might've come after constant demands from pro-Palestine protestors on campus.The protests that took place on campus were due to the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza that resulted in the killing and injuring of tens of thousands of Palestinians since Oct. 7, 2023.According to the BBC, this came only one year after Shafik had held the president's title at the university in question. Moreover, she received bac…
(2024-08-15). A Nation at Peace. dissidentvoice.org To a hammer, everything looks like a nail. To a warmonger, every problem calls for a war. WAR! WAR! FOREVER WAR! UNENDING WAR! Our current leaders are hypnotized by war. They lack the vision and resourcefulness to consider negotiation and cooperation. Peace is not in their thoughts. 'Peace' is not in their vocabulary. They are …
(2024-08-15). How Donald Trump Undermined the Health and Safety of American Workers. dissidentvoice.org 
During his four years as President of the United States, Donald Trump was remarkably active and often successful in sabotaging the health and safety of the nation's workers. Trump, as the AFL-CIO noted, targeted Medicare and Medicaid for $1 trillion in funding cuts, eroded the Affordable Care Act (thereby increasing the number of Americans lacking …
(2024-08-15). Will Poland Refurbish Israeli Patriots for Ukraine War? dissidentvoice.org In June, rumors swirled in the media that the Biden administration was holding discussions with Israel and Ukraine about the possibility of transferring aging Patriot air defense systems currently in Israel to Ukraine. The CNN reported: "The systems would likely need to be transferred to the US first, where they would undergo refurbishment, before being …
(2024-08-15). Life in Japan to return to 'normal' after lifting week-old 'megaquake' alert. geo.tv 
A collapsed house is seen following an earthquake in Osaki town, Kagoshima prefecture, southwestern Japan, August 8, 2024, in this photo taken by Kyodo. — Reuters
(2024-08-15). Northeastern Taiwan rattled by 5.7 magnitude quake, no immediate reports of damage. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Western analysts worry Ukraine throwing scarce resources at Kursk. infobrics.org EU does not want to increase aid to Kiev but current support gives no chance of victory.
(2024-08-15). West wants neo-Nazi hardliner to replace Zelensky. infobrics.org According to recent intelligence reports, Western backers are once again plotting to replace Zelensky, this time betting on former minister Arsen Avakov as a "candidate."
(2024-08-15). Bloody Eschatology: Israel and the Next Big War. globalresearch.ca The push towards an all-out war in the Middle East is moving out of its sleepwalking phase to that of conscious eschatological reckoning. A blood filled, fiery Armageddon will reveal the forces of virtue, linking the evangelicals of the United …
(2024-08-15). State Department Approves Over $20 Billion Arms Package For Israel. popularresistance.org On Tuesday, the State Department approved a series of potential weapons sales to Israel worth over $20 billion that includes F-15 fighter jets and tank munitions. The approval comes as Israeli airstrikes continue to slaughter civilians in Gaza, including newborn twins who were killed hours before the State Department announced the new support for Israel. | In total, the US announced five new arms deals for Israel. The biggest is for 50 F-15 fighter jets and related equipment, worth $18.8 billion. Israel will also receive $102.5 million in advanced air-to-air missiles, about 33,000 120mm tank cartridges worth $774…
(2024-08-15). Israel's Horrifying Mass Rape And Torture Campaign Against Palestinians. thelastamericanvagabond.com While the fate of around 100 remaining Israelis, taken captive by Hamas on October 7, have dominated the discourse in Western politics and mainstream media, some 21,000 Palestinian captives held by Israel have been completely ignored. Despite there being no evidence for the wild claims of mass rape campaigns and torture of Israelis, there are
(2024-08-15). Every school bombed in Gaza adds to Palestinians' thirst for education. ummid.com According to the United Nations, 93% of Gaza's 560 schools have been either destroyed or damaged whereas about 340 have been directly bombarded by the Israeli army since October 7.
(2024-08-15). Why Germany must end blanket support for Israeli war in Gaza? ummid.com Germany's blanket support for the Israeli war in Gaza is harmful not only for it's own interests but also for its international standing.
(2024-08-15). U.S. steps up the pressure ahead of Gaza summit – and plans a change of tactics if it fails. haaretz.com The Biden administration may present Israel and Hamas with a non-negotiable, yes-or-no proposition. If Netanyahu declines, Washington is likely to blame him for the failure and could potentially take further action against the extreme right within his government…
(2024-08-15). More Australian workers and youth explain why they have joined the SEP as electoral members. wsws.org "As a Palestinian myself I've always felt that all these systems of oppression are interconnected. We see that in the most violent and blatant way in Israel and the occupied territories, but really the whole world is basically occupied by capitalism, by greed."
(2024-08-15). Melbourne Symphony Orchestra cancels performance over dedication to murdered Palestinian journalists. wsws.org The MSO publicly attacked pianist Jayson Gillham because he condemned Israel's murder of more than 100 Palestinian journalists and noted that such killings violate international law.
(2024-08-15). Hamas Gets Powerful Company In Gaza As IDF Suffers Multiple Attacks Simultaneously | Iran | Haniyeh. hindustantimes.com Hamas and its allies seem to have equipped a new 'attack strategy' against Israeli forces. Al Jazeera, citing war monitors, said multiple Palestinian armed groups have collaborated in the Gaza Strip. The groups are reportedly carrying out combined attacks on IDF forces and their command posts. Watch for more.
(2024-08-15). Journalist casualties in the Israel-Gaza war. cpj.org
(2024-08-15). Turkey's Erdogan Vows to Confront Israel's Attempts to Set Region on Fire. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pledged on Wednesday to confront the Israeli regime's attempts "to set the region on fire," vowing to ensure those responsible for the deaths of thousands are brought to justice.
(2024-08-15). Khamenei Calls Out Israel's 'Bluff' To Scare Iran Into Retreat: 'Psychological Warfare' | Haniyeh. hindustantimes.com Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that Tehran's rivals are using "psychological warfare" to force the country to rethink its planned attack against Israel. Khamenei, while speaking at a meeting with organisers of National Congress of Martyrs of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province in Tehran on August 15, said Iran's rivals are not as powerful as they make it out to be. Watch this video for more information.
(2024-08-15). Rashid Khalidi: The Neck and The Sword. newleftreview.org Rashid Khalidi and Tariq Ali discuss the political and intellectual history of the Palestinian national movement, its fraught entanglement with neighbouring Arab regimes, the realities of the 'peace process', Israel's grip on the Biden Administration and the strategic calculations—or miscalculations—of Hamas.
(2024-08-15). How the Gaza war highlights Bosnia's internal divisions. newarab.com 
The past ten months of Governments in this part of Europe have responded in various ways to the conflict, with each considering public opinion at home and geopolitical dynamics vis-à -vis the EU, the US, Israel, Arab states, Turkey, Iran, and Russia. | In
(2024-08-15). Pledging arms embargo on Israel would help Harris gain more voter support: Poll. middleeasteye.net 
Pledging arms embargo on Israel would help Harris gain more voter support: Poll | Harris' aides previously rejected outright that the vice president would agree to stop sending Israel weapons | | Pro-Palestinian demonstrators outside of the Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, Michigan, on 1…
(2024-08-15). 'Is this a koke?': Tlaib slams Blinken's hypocrisy as US weapons fuel Gaza carnage. nationofchange.org As Secretary of State Antony Blinken commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions, Rep. Rashida Tlaib and other critics highlight the stark contrast between U.S. rhetoric and its ongoing support for Israel's military actions in Gaza.
(2024-08-15). Gaza detainee describes 40 days of horror as 'IDF human shield'. newarab.com 
A chilling new account of Israel's alleged use of Palestinian civilians as human shields has emerged from Gaza as mounting evidence The
(2024-08-15). Gaza 40,000 dead marks 'global shame' as Israeli attacks ongoing. newarab.com 
The official Humanitarian organisations, such as Islamic Relief Worldwide, on…
(2024-08-15). Israel wants to trap Iran's 'ghost fleet,' the oil tankers financing its axis under the radar. haaretz.com A Haaretz investigation found that the tankers are registered by straw companies around the world and turn off their transponders to conceal their operations…
(2024-08-15). CPJ slams Israel for smearing Gaza journalists killed in attacks. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). Erdogan Shocks Israel Weeks After Invasion Threat: Big Warning Ahead Of Iran Attack | Mahmoud Abbas. hindustantimes.com Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Ankara on August 14. Erdogan assured Abbas that Turkey will continue to support the Palestinian cause and push the international community to increase pressure on Israel, according to his office. Erdogan also condemned Israel's war in Gaza and accused some Western countries of remaining silent and continuing to support Israel. Meanwhile, Abbas is set to address an extraordinary session of Turkey's parliament on Thursday. Abbas earlier met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on August 13.
(2024-08-15). 2,100 Palestinian Infants Killed in Israeli War on Gaza: Report. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor reported that nearly 17,000 Palestinian children have been killed in the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, with nearly 2,100 of them being infants under the age of two.
(2024-08-15). 'Complete Hypocrisy': US Continues to Serve Israel as Fear of Middle East Conflict Grows. sputnikglobe.com Hamas has reportedly expressed that they no longer see the US as being able to bring about a deal that would solidify a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. And following the assassination of one of their leaders, the US has continued to support Israel indefinitely.
(2024-08-15). Iranian hackers that hit top Israelis officials now targeting Trump, Harris campaigns. haaretz.com After Trump campaign confirmed they were hacked in a possible breach of Rodger Stone's email account, Google researchers say the Iranian group specializing in cyber espionage against high-profile political and security targets in Israel is also targeting U.S. presidential campaigns…
(2024-08-15). Israel's Nice names SAP's Russell as CEO, Q2 profit tops estimates. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). The Tip of the Iceberg: Israel Cannot Whitewash Horrific Abuse of Palestinians by Its Soldiers. globalresearch.ca It's not easy to commit crimes and get off scot-free. It requires legal expertise and a degree of sophistication, especially when you simultaneously have to contend with public opinion, both local and international. | And no, I'm not talking about the …
(2024-08-15). Haaretz investigation unveils IDF's systematic use of Gaza civilians as human shields. nationofchange.org New testimonies from Israeli soldiers expose the use of Gaza civilians, including children and the elderly, as human shields in the ongoing conflict, highlighting widespread violations of international law.
(2024-08-15). UK FM calls Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar 'crucial moment for global stability'. tribune.com.pk 
Talks in Qatar on a Gaza ceasefire and a hostage deal represent a "crucial moment for global stability" that could "define the future of the Middle East", UK foreign minister David Lammy said on Thursday. | "We are at a crucial moment for global stability. The coming hours and days could define the future of the Middle East. That is why today, and every day, we are urging for our partners across the region to choose peace," he said in a statement. | The comments from Lammy, who took up…
(2024-08-15). Gaza death toll surpasses 40,000 since war began, Hamas' Health Ministry says. haaretz.com According to the Hamas-run Health Ministry, approximately 70 percent of casualties are women and children, with around 17,000 children having lost one or both parents ‚ñ Gaza's health system is on the brink of collapse, with roughly 12,000 wounded individuals requiring urgent evacuation for treatment abroad…
(2024-08-15). Arrests of Palestinian journalists since start of Israel-Gaza war. Doja Daoud
(2024-08-15). Israeli army kills six Palestinians in Gaza's Khan Younis. tribune.com.pk 
The Israeli army at dawn on Thursday killed six more Palestinians in airstrikes on central Gaza City as well as Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip. | The official Palestinian news agency Wafa said three Palestinians were killed and others injured in an Israeli airstrike on a home of the Khzeiq family in the al-Sabra neighborhood in southern Gaza City. | The Israeli army also carried out a limited incursion into the southern areas of the city's southeastern Zeitoun neighborhood, amid firing of heavy artillery shells. | Wafa added that three other Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on the town…
(2024-08-15). Erdogan backs Palestinian cause, condemns Israel's actions in Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
Türkiye President Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed Türkiye's commitment to supporting the Palestinian cause during a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Wednesday. | Erdogan stated that Türkiye would continue to advocate for increased international pressure on Israel. The two leaders discussed the current situation and the necessary steps to achieve a lasting ceasefire and peace in Gaza, as noted in a statement from Erdogan's office shared on X. | Erdogan condemned Israel's military actions in Gaza, criticising some Western countries for their silence and ongoing support for Israel. | I…
(2024-08-15). The UK BDS effect: Is divestment from Israel gaining momentum. newarab.com 
The UK's Currently, one of the most prominent forms of
(2024-08-15). Israel has killed more than 40,000 Palestinians in Gaza, say local authorities. middleeasteye.net 
Israel has killed more than 40,000 Palestinians in Gaza, say local authorities | At least 92,401 others have been wounded in the war, according to the enclave's health ministry | | Palestinians mourn over a body of a relative, killed in an Israeli strike, ahead of their funeral in Khan Younis in t…
(2024-08-15). Israeli airstrike kills two in West Bank. tribune.com.pk 
An Israeli air strike on a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank killed two Palestinians on Thursday as Jewish worshippers visited a nearby disputed holy site, Palestinian sources and Israeli army said. | "Two men, aged 18 and 20, were killed and seven people were wounded, one of them seriously, in Balata" refugee camp in Nablus, the Palestinian health ministry said in a statement. | The official Palestinian news agency, Wafa, said a woman and a child were among the wounded, describing the incident as a "drone strike". | The Israeli military said two armed militants were killed in a strike. | "An Israeli air…
(2024-08-15). All of Gaza is now a graveyard. peoplesworld.org 
Editor's Note: This week, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that the Biden administration was approving $20 billion of fresh weapons sales to the Israeli government. Most of these "sales" will be paid for by Israel with cash and or vouchers provided by the American taxpayer. The total includes: $18.82 billion for "up to …
(2024-08-15). Palestinian Christians demand settler stolen UNESCO land back. newarab.com 
Since then, the family, along with Palestinian, Israeli, and international activists, have continuously returned to their land to demonstrate against the eviction and reclaim their home. | "[The settlers] are trying now to use the war and [with] all eyes on Gaza and the demonstrations happening in Israel," Alice Kisiya, 30, told The New Arab. | "So they're taking advantage of this situation to steal more lands," she adds. | 
Israeli settlers kidnapped and abused two Palestinian teenage boys near On Monday, Israeli settlers from a new illegal settlement outpost in the area assaulted two 15-year-old Palestinian boys who were herding sheep around the suburb of Irtas south of Bethlehem. | The settlers put knives on the boys' necks and took them to their settlement outpost, where they beat them, broke their legs, and urinated on them. | They…
(2024-08-15). Israeli Negotiators Head to Doha for Cease-fire Talks as Uncertainty Lingers. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-15). CPJ denounces Israel's smearing of killed Palestinian journalists with unsubstantiated 'terrorist' labels. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
(2024-08-15). Iran Rival Saudi Arabia Ruler Salman Fears Assassination: Watch Why | Israel | Haniyeh | Gaza | MBS. hindustantimes.com Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler Mohammed Bin Salman is reportedly worried about his own assassination. According to Politico's report, the Saudi Crown Prince expressed fears to the US. MBS mentioned to members of the US Congress that his life is in danger and he fears murder due to a plan with the US to normalise ties with Israel, as per Politico report. However, Salman told the US that any normalisation deal with Israel must include a "true path to a Palestinian state." BS…
(2024-08-15). Israel warns Haredi over kosher phones amid Iran attack fears. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). Israeli airline El Al rakes in record $147M in quarterly profits with help of Gaza war. haaretz.com Benefitting from decreased competition from foreign airlines operating in Israel, the company, which faced deep financial struggle at the start of the decade, was able to reduce its net financial debt from the end of 2022 in this year's second quarter by $1.089 billion…
(2024-08-15). Trump Discusses Gaza Ceasefire Deal With Israeli Prime Minister. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW, (Sputnik) – Former US President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which the politicians discussed the Gaza ceasefire deal.
(2024-08-15). Netanyahu's Office demands Gantz pay back $19,000 for official U.S. visit. haaretz.com The March trip, which was made while Israeli MK Benny Gantz was still a member of Netanyahu's war cabinet, included meetings with Vice President Harris and other officials. The PMO said Gantz was not authorized to make the visit…
(2024-08-15). Gaza's other death toll. aljazeera.com Israel has caused countless preventable deaths which are yet to be reflected in the official Gaza death toll.
(2024-08-15). Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory: The law of occupation must be respected. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Hamas says guard killed Israeli hostage in Gaza 'revenge attack'. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). CPJ concerned about safety of Al Jazeera Gaza reporter Anas Al Sharif after IDF comments. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
(2024-08-15). The Cult of Military Service: Tim Walz as Soldier-Teacher. counterpunch.org 
Soon after Vice-President Kamala Harris introduced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, the attacks on his military record began. Quick comparisons were drawn in the media to the "Swiftboating" of Democratic candidate John Kerry in 2004. Too be straight about it, debating the finer points of Walz's military record misses the larger point being made
(2024-08-15). Iraq 2.0: Israel's False-Flag Playbook and the March to War Against Iran. globalresearch.ca A recent poll conducted by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs between June 21st and July 1st under their headline
(2024-08-15). Iran keeping US on edge by delaying retaliatory strike on Israel — newspaper. tass.com According to a Pentagon official, the uncertainty particularly stems from Iran's increased military capacity, which was demonstrated in the recent attack on Israel…
(2024-08-15). At least two killed, five wounded in Israeli strike on West Bank. tass.com According to the news agency, the attack occurred on residential buildings at the Balata refugee camp and the eastern suburb of Nablus…
(2024-08-15). IDF eliminates over 20 armed radicals in Gaza Strip. tass.com In the town of Khan Yunis in the south of the enclave, Israeli troops and the Israeli Air Force "eliminated a number of terrorists that operated inside Hamas weapons storage facilities," the military said…
(2024-08-15). Revealed: Iran's 4 New, Next-Gen Weapons – Fighter Jet, Drone, Warship; New Chief's Israel War Plan. hindustantimes.com Iran's new defence minister, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, proposed modernisation of the country's military before the parliament on August 14, according to Press TV. Nasirzedah proposed further development of the Iranian defence sector amid ongoing tensions with Israel after the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh on July 31 in Tehran. He proposed improving artificial intelligence technology across the country's drone squad to further equip it for swarm flight operations and enhance naval and aerial warfare capabilities.
(2024-08-15). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2024-08-15). 40,000 reasons for thought: Testimony to the lives in Gaza that are no more. haaretz.com A look into the names, stories, and lives that were cut short after 10 months of devastation and war in Gaza…
(2024-08-15). Fairfield council asked to disclose any ties with Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Will Poland Refurbish Israeli Patriots for Ukraine War? globalresearch.ca In June, rumors swirled in the media that the Biden administration was holding discussions with Israel and Ukraine about the possibility of transferring aging Patriot air defense systems currently in Israel to Ukraine.
(2024-08-15). Barclays planned to withdraw from Israeli bond auctions: Report. aljazeera.com UK bank wanted to quell criticism over involvement with defence firms supplying Israeli military.
(2024-08-15). Led by Shin Bet and Mossad chiefs, Israeli team lands in Doha for Gaza cease-fire summit. haaretz.com A senior Palestinian official told Haaretz that remarks by Netanyahu and certain cabinet members suggest negotiations are very unlikely to move forward and that their success depends on American pressure…
(2024-08-15). Saudi prince MBS 'fears assassination' over Israel normalisation. newarab.com 
Saudi Crown Prince The sources, who include one unnamed former US official and two individuals with knowledge of the talks, said the kingdom's de-facto ruler shared these fears with US lawmakers. | Prince Mohammed allegedly highlighted the US's alleged failure to protect slain Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, who was assassinated in October 1981 after normalis…
(2024-08-15). Saturday 8/24: Film Screening: "Israel's Reel Extremism" indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Drive, Bldg 2, Houge Park | San José CA 95124…
(2024-08-15). Barclays 'to withdraw from Israel bond auction' amid pro-Palestine backlash. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-08-15). Gaza truce talks resume as number killed by Israel tops 40,000. newarab.com 
The United States hailed a "promising start" to Israel's onslaught has devastated Gaza, displaced nearly all of its population at least once and triggered a towering humanitarian crisis. | Talks involving CIA director William Burns opened in the Qatari capital
(2024-08-15). Japanese Communists defend decision excluding Israel from atomic bomb peace ceremony. peoplesworld.org 
NAGASAKI, Japan—Japanese Communist Party Secretariat Head Koike Akira said at a press conference in Nagasaki on Aug. 9 that the city's decision not to invite Israel to its annual peace ceremony "should not be criticized." Koike said this when asked by reporters about the exclusion of Israeli government representatives from the peace event held to …
(2024-08-15). Bibi's war of terror agenda. strategic-culture.su 
On July 24th, Benjamin 'Bibi' Netanyahu swaggered into the U.S. Capitol to address a joint session of Congress and to cultivate material and emotional support for his upcoming war with Iran. During the course of his nagging hour-long harangue, the Israeli prime minister received 58 standing ovations from submissive stooges on both sides of the aisle, proving once more that Pat Buchanan's description of Capitol Hill as "Israeli-occupied territory" is as true today as it was 30 years ago.
(2024-08-15). Nothing's Changed Since 1948 — Except Now Israel's Excuses Don't Work. globalresearch.ca The headline below, about yet another Israeli operation to ethnically cleanse the Palestinians in the tiny, besieged and utterly destroyed enclave of Gaza, was published in yesterday's Middle East Eye. | When I began studying Israeli history more than a quarter …
(2024-08-15). Memories of the 1968 Democratic convention in Chicago haunt 2024. newarab.com 
When the Democrats After all, Illinois is not a swing state where conventions typically take place. Moreover, Chicago is arguably where the most catastrophic DNC in history was held, characterised by violence, chaos, and a weak Democratic candidate who lost in a landslide, ushering in an era of decades-long conservatism. | The party leaders are now faced with striking similarities from six decades ago. |
(2024-08-15). South Sudan 'not ready' to hold 1st post-independence elections. newarab.com 
Nicolas Haysom told the UN Security Council that the consultations make it difficult to treat the election date of December…
(2024-08-15). Why is Egypt's new grand mufti Nazir Ayyad under fire. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). UN rights experts press Bahrain over prison conditions. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). PA's Abbas tell Turkey parliament he will 'go to Gaza' amid war. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). New Mecca cinema stirs controversy over proximity to Holy Kaaba. newarab.com 
A The cinema is a key component of the "
(2024-08-15). Starbucks names new CEO after Gaza war boycott hits sales. newarab.com 
Narasimhan steps down as chief executive and as a member of the Starbucks board "with immediate effect," said the company in a statement. | Starbucks shares were around 21 percent higher in early afternoon trading, while Chipotl…
(2024-08-15). US wants tangible results at Sudan truce talks amid army no-show. newarab.com 
(2024-08-15). Over half a million Gaza children out of school for year: UNRWA. newarab.com 
Over half a million Humanitarian agencies have warned that the absence of education will leave children with
(2024-08-15). Egypt, Somalia sign defence pact amid tensions with Ethiopia. newarab.com 
Egypt and Somalia signed a defence agreement on Wednesday amid ongoing disputes The treaty was signed after a two-day visit by The Somali leader's visit came after Ethiopia signed a deal with the breakaway state of Somaliland last January, giving E…
(2024-08-15). WHO declares mpox a global health emergency amid surge in cases. newarab.com 
Worried by the rise in cases in the
(2024-08-15). Millions flock to Iraq's Karbala for Arbaeen pilgrimage. newarab.com 
Millions of This event, which marks the 40th day of mourning following the martyrdom of Imam Hussein bin Ali, a central figure i…
(2024-08-15). Iran court issues new charges against rapper, keeping him jailed. newarab.com 
Salehi, 33, was arrested in October 2022 after publicly backing demonstrations that erupted a month earlier, triggered by the death in police custody of Iranian Kurdish woman Amini, 22, was detained b…
(2024-08-15). Morocco surf town demolitions spark debate on inclusive tourism. newarab.com 
Omar, a 26-year-old freelance surf instructor from a nearby fishing community, reflects on the suddenness of the demolitions: "We knew i…
(2024-08-15). The Farmers Who Can't Afford Farms. popularresistance.org Running a small farm is complicated enough. For Tessa Parks‚Äâ—‚Äâwho raises cattle and hay with her spouse, Wyatt, on the gentle, farmed-over hills outside Northfield, Minn.‚Äâ—‚Äâthe challenges include bottle-feeding calves, braving bad weather to check on the herd at pasture and dealing with customers at the farmers market. Climate change doesn't make it easier, as it lends intensity to droughts and storms and increases livestock disease risks. | But for Parks, a 28-year-old beginning farmer, the complexities don't end there. Farmi…
(2024-08-15). 2024 Roadmap For Opioid Settlement Funds. popularresistance.org Unfortunately, since we released our inaugural Roadmap last year, the overdose epidemic has only gotten worse. In fact, we are in the midst of an unprecedented overdose epidemic, with more than 220 people each day dying from opioid-related drug overdoses. | Rather than focus on proven solutions —such as supportive housing, services and care — state lawmakers across the country are instead trying to "ticket and arrest" their way out of the problem. These punishing measures are torn directly from the well-worn pages of failed Drug War and "tough on crime" playbooks, which for decades have failed to get…
(2024-08-15). Activists Call On Biden To End The Federal Death Penalty. popularresistance.org Now that Joe Biden is a lame duck president, activists are holding him accountable to make good on his promise to end the federal death penalty during his remaining six months as president. Biden's election campaign in 2020 had pledged to end the federal death penalty and incentivize the remaining 27 states that still allow executions to do the same. While he made history as the first president in the United States to openly oppose the death penalty, there has been no movement to actually end federal executions during his nearly four years in office. | With six remaining months in office, activists are calling on…
(2024-08-15). The Latest From On The Picket Line. popularresistance.org The ongoing battle about whether gig workers are employees or "independent contractors" is continuing. The latest blow against these precarious workers came from the California Supreme Court on July 25. The court upheld Proposition 22, which gives companies like Uber, Lyft and DoorDash the means to cheat their employees out of benefits and bargaining rights by classifying them as independent contractors. | According to Rideshare Drivers United: "Today, the Supreme Court of California decided that Prop 22 was not in violation of our state constitution, allowing Big Tech to continue exploiting drivers under a law t…
(2024-08-15). Fire Reveals How Oil Industry Environmental 'Solution' Spurs Climate Crisis. popularresistance.org The trouble began at Piñon Midstream's Dark Horse Treating Plant in Jal, New Mexico, on November 25, 2023, with an unexpected loud "pop" in the early afternoon, the company would later tell state regulators. A poisonous mix of flammable gasses hissed out from a pipeline feeding into the plant. | Within a minute, a worker radioed in to the plant's control room that a dense cloud of vapor had enveloped part of the plant. Within two minutes, Dark Horse was ablaze in what the company would later call an "intense and sustained fire." Within 15 minutes, more pipes ripped open, and a towering fireball tore through the p…
(2024-08-15). The Art of Negotiation With Ambassador Chas Freeman. sonar21.com 
As promised, I interviewed Ambassador Chas Freeman as part of my volunteer duty in hosting Daniel Davis Deep Dive. Brother Davis is off on a well-deserved vacation. Chas, as a US diplomat, personifies the expression, "a velvet glove shrouding a fist of steel." When you talk to him he polite, not given to braggadocio, and a good listener. He would of made a hell of a great CIA Case Officer but, fortunately, he chose to serve the United States as a diplomat. | I served under one of his cohorts, Ambassador Morris "Buzz" Busby. Buzz, like Chas, was a diplomatic stud. But Chas stands out because of his fluency i…
(2024-08-15). Zimbabwe: Arbitrary detention and alleged torture of Namatai Kwekweza, Robson Chere and Samuel Gwenzi. fidh.org
(2024-08-15). India: UN Human Rights Committee calls for protection of human rights defenders and reform of counter-terrorism laws. fidh.org Front Line Defenders (FLD) together with the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, welcome the findings of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Committee following its review of India's situation of civil and political rights. FLD and the Observatory urge the government to take immediate steps to address the serious concerns expressed by the (…) | – |
(2024-08-15). Venezuela: Not counting votes, but smashing imperialism's hybrid war is essential. workers.org 
Mass mobilization backs Bolivarian project in Venezuela. By Narciso Isa Conde Workers World publishes, unedited, several statements from anti-imperialist media to show the breadth of support for the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and opposition to the lies of the U.S. government and corporate media. The author of this analysis is . . . |
(2024-08-15). Anatomy of America's wasteful prison-industrial complex. workers.org 
Bryant Arroyo (WW Photo: Joe Piette) Bryant Arroyo is a jailhouse lawyer, environmental activist and outspoken advocate for aging and elderly prisoners. He was a rank-and-file union worker before his unjust incarceration in 1994 and he repeatedly exposes the corporate interests which profit off the prison-industrial complex. Arroyo successfully organized . . . |
(2024-08-15). Mali accuses Ukraine of supporting terrorism. workers.org 
Leader of Mali government breaks ties with Ukraine over Kiev's support for terrorists. The author writes about Africa for Avante, the newspaper of the Portuguese Communist Party. On August 4, Mali broke off diplomatic relations with Ukraine and accused Kiev of supporting terrorist groups operating in the African country and . . . |
(2024-08-15). Kayseri'de ambulans ile otomobilin àßarpƒ±≈ümasƒ± sonucu 6 ki≈üi yaralandƒ±. aa.com.tr Kayseri'de ambulans ile otomobilin àßarpƒ±≈ütƒ±ƒüƒ± kazada yaralanan 6 ki≈üi tedaviye alƒ±ndƒ±.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞ngiltere'de Filistin destekàßilerine gà∂re, ƒ∞srail'in Gazze'de "soykƒ±rƒ±ma" varan saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ± normalle≈ütiriliyor. aa.com.tr Londra'da, aralarƒ±nda Holokost'tan kurtulan bir babanƒ±n oƒülunun da bulunduƒüu, ƒ∞srail'in Gazze'ye saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nƒ± protesto eden Filistin destekàßileri, Tel Aviv yà∂netiminin Gazze'de "soykƒ±rƒ±ma" varan saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nƒ±n normalle≈ütirildiƒüini dàº≈üàºnàºyor.
(2024-08-15). Eski≈üehir saldƒ±rƒ±sƒ±: Yeni sanal kimlikler ve radikalle≈üme. aa.com.tr Dijital araàßlarƒ±n gàºndelik hayatƒ±n sƒ±radan bir paràßasƒ± haline gelmesiyle geràßek toplumsal etkile≈üim alanlarƒ±nda benliklerini gàºàßlຠbir ≈üekilde in≈üa edemeyen genàßler, sanal dàºnyada yeni ve gàºàßlຠbenlik in≈üa edebilecekleri alanlara yà∂nelebiliyor.
(2024-08-15). Bankacƒ±lƒ±k sektà∂ràºnàºn mevduatƒ± geàßen hafta arttƒ±. aa.com.tr Bankacƒ±lƒ±k sektà∂ràºnàºn toplam mevduatƒ±, 9 Aƒüustos ile biten haftada à∂nceki haftaya gà∂re yakla≈üƒ±k 178,5 milyar lira artarak 17 trilyon 470,6 milyar liraya yàºkseldi.
(2024-08-15). TBMM Ba≈ükanƒ± Kurtulmu≈ü: Filistin meselesi bizim iàßin milli bir davadƒ±r. aa.com.tr TBMM Ba≈ükanƒ± Kurtulmu≈ü, "Filistin meselesi bizim iàßin milli bir davadƒ±r. Filistin, Hz. àñmer'in bize mirasƒ±dƒ±r. Bu mirasa hayatƒ±mƒ±zƒ±n sonuna kadar sahip à߃±kacaƒüƒ±z." dedi.
(2024-08-15). Tekirdaƒü'da "32. Ayàßiàßeƒüi Festivali" ba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr Tekirdaƒü'ƒ±n Hayrabolu ilàßesinde dàºzenlenen "32. Ayàßiàßeƒüi Festivali" ba≈üladƒ±.
(2024-08-15). ALES sonuàßlarƒ± aà߃±klandƒ±. aa.com.tr àñlàßme, Seàßme ve Yerle≈ütirme Merkezince (àñSYM), 2024 Akademik Personel ve LisansàºstຠEƒüitimi Giri≈ü Sƒ±navƒ± (2024-ALES/2) sonuàßlarƒ± aà߃±klandƒ±.
(2024-08-15). SAHA EXPO, 22 Ekim'de kapƒ±larƒ±nƒ± aàßacak. aa.com.tr SAHA EXPO Uluslararasƒ± Savunma, Havacƒ±lƒ±k ve Uzay Sanayii Fuarƒ±, bu yƒ±l Cumhurba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ± himayelerinde 22-26 Ekim tarihleri arasƒ±nda ƒ∞stanbul Fuar Merkezi'nde geràßekle≈ütirilecek.
(2024-08-15). AK Parti Sà∂zcàºsຠàáelik: Filistin barƒ±≈üƒ±, ƒ∞srail'in saldƒ±rgan politikalarƒ±nƒ± sona erdirmeksizin sà∂z konusu olmaz. aa.com.tr AK Parti Sà∂zcàºsຠàáelik, "Filistin barƒ±≈üƒ±, iki devletli àßà∂zàºm sà∂z konusu olmaksƒ±zƒ±n, ƒ∞srail'in bu saldƒ±rgan ve yayƒ±lmacƒ± politikalarƒ± sona erdirmeksizin sà∂z konusu olmaz." dedi.
(2024-08-15). Tarƒ±m ve Orman Bakanƒ± Yumaklƒ±: Devam eden her 3 yangƒ±nda da iyiye doƒüru giden bir sàºreàß var. aa.com.tr Tarƒ±m ve Orman Bakanƒ± ƒ∞brahim Yumaklƒ±, àáanakkale Eceabat, Manisa Gà∂rdes ve Bolu Gà∂ynàºk'teki orman yangƒ±nlarƒ±na ili≈ükin, "Devam eden her 3 yangƒ±nda da iyiye doƒüru giden bir sàºreàß var." dedi.
(2024-08-15). àáorum'da à߃±kan anƒ±z yangƒ±nƒ±nda yakla≈üƒ±k 3 bin 500 dekar tarƒ±m alanƒ± zarar gà∂rdàº. aa.com.tr àáorum'un Alaca ilàßesinde à߃±kan anƒ±z yangƒ±nƒ±, yakla≈üƒ±k 3 bin 500 dekar tarƒ±m alanƒ±nda zarara yol aàßtƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Prof. Dr. ƒ∞smail Balƒ±k'tan "M àßiàßeƒüi hastalƒ±ƒüƒ±" aà߃±klamasƒ±. aa.com.tr Prof. Dr. Balƒ±k, M àßiàßeƒüi hastalƒ±ƒüƒ±na ili≈ükin, "Henàºz yeni varyant, Afrika dƒ±≈üƒ±ndaki dàºnyanƒ±n diƒüer bà∂lgeleri iàßin bir risk olu≈üturmuyor. àñzellikle àºlkemiz aà߃±sƒ±ndan bàºyàºk bir risk ya da panik havasƒ± yaratacak bir durum sà∂z konusu deƒüil" dedi.
(2024-08-15). Nurdaƒüƒ± Acil Durum Hastanesi hizmet vermeye ba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr Gaziantep Valisi Kemal àáeber, Kahramanmara≈ü merkezli 6 ≈ûubat 2023'teki depremlerde hasar gà∂ren Nurdaƒüƒ± ilàßesinde yapƒ±lan 75 yataklƒ± Acil Durum Hastanesinin hizmete girdiƒüini bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). DSàñ, ƒ∞sveàß'in, Afrika bà∂lgesi dƒ±≈üƒ±nda ilk M àßiàßeƒüi vakasƒ±nƒ± doƒüruladƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± duyurdu. aa.com.tr Dàºnya Saƒülƒ±k àñrgàºtຠ(DSàñ) Avrupa Bà∂lge Direktà∂rຠHans Kluge, ƒ∞sveàß'in, Afrika bà∂lgesi dƒ±≈üƒ±ndaki ilk M àßiàßeƒüi viràºsຠ(mpox) vakasƒ±nƒ± doƒüruladƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞srail, UCM'nin Netanyahu hakkƒ±nda yakalama kararƒ± almasƒ±nƒ± à∂nlemenin yollarƒ±nƒ± arƒ±yor. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail Ba≈üsavcƒ±sƒ±nƒ±n UCM'nin yakala kararƒ± almasƒ±nƒ± à∂nlemek iàßin Gazze'deki insani durumu soru≈üturmak amacƒ±yla komisyon kurulmasƒ±nƒ± à∂nerdiƒüi bildirildi.
(2024-08-15). Tunceli'de PKK'lƒ± terà∂ristlerce ≈üehit edilen 6 sivil ve 2 gàºvenlik korucusu anƒ±ldƒ±. aa.com.tr Tunceli'nin àáemi≈ügezek ilàßesinde, 1993 ve 1997 yƒ±llarƒ±nda PKK'lƒ± terà∂ristlerce ≈üehit edilen 6 sivil ve 2 gàºvenlik korucusu iàßin anma programƒ± dàºzenlendi.
(2024-08-15). THY'nin yarƒ±n planlanan Tokyo seferi iptal edildi. aa.com.tr Tàºrk Hava Yollarƒ± (THY), Japonya'da etkili olmasƒ± beklenen Ampil Tayfunu nedeniyle yarƒ±n yapƒ±lmasƒ± planlanan Tokyo seferlerini kar≈üƒ±lƒ±klƒ± olarak iptal etti.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞zmir'de orman yangƒ±nƒ± à߃±ktƒ±. aa.com.tr ƒ∞zmir'in Kar≈üƒ±yaka ilàßesinde ormanlƒ±k alandaki yangƒ±na màºdahale ediliyor.
(2024-08-15). BM, Afrika'da giderek artan M àßiàßeƒüi viràºsàºnàºn kƒ±ta dƒ±≈üƒ±na yayƒ±lmasƒ±ndan endi≈üeli. aa.com.tr Birle≈ümi≈ü Milletler (BM) Genel Sekreter Sà∂zcຠYardƒ±mcƒ±sƒ± Farhan Haq, Afrika'da giderek artan M àßiàßeƒüi viràºsàºnàºn (mpox) kƒ±tanƒ±n dƒ±≈üƒ±na yayƒ±larak "uluslararasƒ± endi≈üe yaratan bir durum" olu≈üturduƒüunu bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). Kocaeli'de kentsel dà∂nàº≈üàºmde à∂ncelikli yapƒ±lar belirlendi. aa.com.tr Marmara Depremi'nin yƒ±kƒ±ma yol aàßtƒ±ƒüƒ± Kocaeli'de kentsel dà∂nàº≈üàºmde à∂ncelikli bà∂lgelerin belirlenmesi amacƒ±yla 2007 yƒ±lƒ±ndan à∂nce yapƒ±lan binalarƒ±n incelenmesi sonucu 150 bin baƒüƒ±msƒ±z birimin gàºàßlendirilmesi veya yeniden yapƒ±lmasƒ± gerektiƒüi belirlendi…
(2024-08-15). Filistin topraklarƒ±nƒ± gasbeden ƒ∞srailliler Batƒ± ≈ûeria'da bir Filistinliyi à∂ldàºrdàº. aa.com.tr Filistin topraklarƒ±nƒ± gasbeden ƒ∞srailliler, i≈ügal altƒ±ndaki Batƒ± ≈ûeria'nƒ±n kuzeyindeki Kalkilya kentindeki bir kà∂ye yaptƒ±klarƒ± baskƒ±n sƒ±rasƒ±nda bir Filistin vatanda≈üƒ±nƒ± à∂ldàºrdàº, Filistinlilere ait evleri ve arabalarƒ± ate≈üe verdi.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞rlanda Ba≈übakanƒ±: Gazze'de 40 bin ki≈üinin à∂làºmàº, dàºnyanƒ±n utanàß duymasƒ± gereken dà∂nàºm noktasƒ±dƒ±r. aa.com.tr ƒ∞rlanda Ba≈übakanƒ± Simon Harris, ƒ∞srail'in Gazze'ye yà∂nelik saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nda 40 bin Filistinlinin ya≈üamƒ±nƒ± yitirmesinin, dàºnyanƒ±n utanàß duymasƒ± gereken dà∂nàºm noktasƒ± olduƒüunu bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). Iraklƒ± uzmanlara gà∂re, Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Erdoƒüan'ƒ±n ziyaretinin ardƒ±ndan terà∂r à∂rgàºtຠPKK'ya kar≈üƒ± adƒ±mlar atƒ±ldƒ±. aa.com.tr Iraklƒ± akademisyenler ve siyaset bilimciler, Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan'ƒ±n Irak ziyaretinden sonra terà∂r à∂rgàºtຠPKK'ya kar≈üƒ± biràßok adƒ±m atƒ±ldƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ±, bunun da iki àºlke ili≈ükilerinin iyi dàºzeyde olduƒüunu gà∂sterdiƒüini ifade ediyor.
(2024-08-15). RAMS Ba≈üak≈üehir, UEFA Konferans Ligi'nde play-off turunda. aa.com.tr UEFA Konferans Ligi 3. eleme turu rà∂van≈ü maà߃±nda Gàºrcistan ekibi Iberia Tiflis'i 2-0 maƒülup eden RAMS Ba≈üak≈üehir, play-off turuna yàºkseldi.
(2024-08-15). Trabzonspor, yoluna UEFA Konferans Ligi play-off'larƒ±nda devam edecek. aa.com.tr UEFA Avrupa Ligi 3. eleme turu rà∂van≈üƒ±nda Avusturya ekibi Rapid Wien'e 2-0 yenilerek elenen Trabzonspor, yoluna UEFA Konferans Ligi play-off'larƒ±nda devam edecek.
(2024-08-15). Papa'dan Gazze'de ate≈ükes ve àßatƒ±≈ümanƒ±n geni≈ülemesinin à∂nlenmesi àßaƒürƒ±sƒ±. aa.com.tr Papa Franciscus, saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±n sàºrd຃üຠGazze'deki insani durumu endi≈üeyle takip ettiƒüini belirterek, àßatƒ±≈ümanƒ±n geni≈ülememesi iàßin her tàºrlຠàßabanƒ±n gà∂sterilmesi ve ate≈ükes iàßin màºzakere yolunun izlenmesi àßaƒürƒ±sƒ±nda bulundu.
(2024-08-15). Bankacƒ±lƒ±k sektà∂ràºnàºn kredi hacmi geàßen hafta 14,2 trilyon lira oldu. aa.com.tr KKM bakiyesi geàßen hafta yàºzde 2,8 ve 49 milyar 304 milyon liralƒ±k azalƒ±≈üla 1 trilyon 715 milyar liraya geriledi.
(2024-08-15). BM: ƒ∞srail'in saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ± sonucu Gazze'de 40 bin Filistinlinin à∂ld຃üຠresmen doƒürulandƒ±. aa.com.tr Birle≈ümi≈ü Milletler (BM) ƒ∞nsan Haklarƒ± Yàºksek Komiseri Volker Tàºrk, ƒ∞srail'in saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ± sonucu Gazze'de 40 bin Filistinlinin hayatƒ±nƒ± kaybettiƒüinin "resmen doƒürulandƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ±" bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). Biden, yarƒ±≈ütan àßekildikten sonra ilk kez Harris ile mitinge katƒ±ldƒ±. aa.com.tr ABD Ba≈ükanƒ± Joe Biden, ba≈ükanlƒ±k yarƒ±≈üƒ±ndan àßekildikten sonra ilk kez Demokratlarƒ±n ba≈ükan adayƒ± olan Kamala Harris ile bir seàßim mitingine katƒ±larak seàßmenlere birlik mesajƒ± verdi.
(2024-08-15). Biden'dan Venezuela'da yeni seàßim yapƒ±lmasƒ±na destek. aa.com.tr ABD Ba≈ükanƒ± Joe Biden, seàßim sonuàßlarƒ±na ili≈ükin tartƒ±≈ümalarƒ±n ya≈üandƒ±ƒüƒ± Venezuela'da yeni seàßim yapƒ±lmasƒ±na destek vereceƒüini aà߃±kladƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Liberya'da 5 ki≈üide M àßiàßeƒüi viràºsຠtespit edildi. aa.com.tr Batƒ± Afrika àºlkesi Liberya'da, 5 ki≈üide M àßiàßeƒüi (mpox) viràºsàºne rastlandƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Fransƒ±z kolonisi Yeni Kaledonya'daki ≈üiddet olaylarƒ±nda à∂lຠsayƒ±sƒ± 11'e yàºkseldi. aa.com.tr Fransa'nƒ±n, topraklarƒ±ndan 17 bin kilometre uzaklƒ±kta yer alan Hint-Pasifik'teki kolonisi Yeni Kaledonya'da gàºvenlik gàºàßleri ile baƒüƒ±msƒ±zlƒ±k yanlƒ±larƒ± arasƒ±nda ya≈üanan olaylarda à∂lຠsayƒ±sƒ± 11'e yàºkseldi.
(2024-08-15). Rusya'nƒ±n ithalatƒ±nda rublenin payƒ± rekor dàºzeye à߃±ktƒ±. aa.com.tr Rusya'nƒ±n ithalatƒ±nda rublenin payƒ± haziranda yàºzde 42,9 ile rekor dàºzeye à߃±ktƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Merkez Bankası rezervleri yaklaşık 150,2 milyar dolar oldu. aa.com.tr
(2024-08-15). Adalet Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ± "Suriye Aile Hukuku kitabƒ±nƒ±n aile mahkemelerine gà∂nderildiƒüi" iddiasƒ±nƒ± yalanlandƒ±. aa.com.tr Adalet Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±, Zafer Partisi Genel Ba≈ükanƒ± àñzdaƒü'ƒ±n payla≈ütƒ±ƒüƒ± ve sosyal medya hesaplarƒ±nca alƒ±ntƒ± yapƒ±lan "Suriye Aile Hukuku isimli kitabƒ±n Adalet Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ± tarafƒ±ndan aile mahkemelerine gà∂nderildiƒüi" iddiasƒ±nƒ±n asƒ±lsƒ±z olduƒüunu bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). Afganistan-Pakistan arasƒ±ndaki Torkham Sƒ±nƒ±r Kapƒ±sƒ± yeniden aà߃±ldƒ±. aa.com.tr Afganistan ve Pakistan arasƒ±ndaki gerginlik sonrasƒ± kapanan, à∂nemli geàßi≈ü noktalarƒ±ndan Torkham Sƒ±nƒ±r Kapƒ±sƒ± yeniden aà߃±ldƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Bolu'da ormanlƒ±k alanda à߃±kan yangƒ±na màºdahale ediliyor. aa.com.tr Bolu'nun Gà∂ynàºk ilàßesinde ormanlƒ±k alanda à߃±kan yangƒ±n sà∂ndàºràºlmeye àßalƒ±≈üƒ±lƒ±yor.
(2024-08-15). Gazze'de ate≈ükes màºzakereleri Doha'da ba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr Katar'ƒ±n ba≈ükenti Doha'da Gazze ≈ûeridi'nde ate≈ükes ve esir takasƒ± màºzakerelerinin ba≈üladƒ±ƒüƒ± ancak Hamas'ƒ±n katƒ±lmadƒ±ƒüƒ± bildirildi.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞srail basƒ±nƒ±na gà∂re ƒ∞srail'in Gazze'ye saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±, 21. yàºzyƒ±ldaki en kanlƒ± sava≈ülardan biri. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail basƒ±nƒ±, ƒ∞srail'in 7 Ekim'den bu yana Gazze ≈ûeridi'ne dàºzenlediƒüi saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±n, 21. yàºzyƒ±lda ya≈üanan en kanlƒ± sava≈ülardan biri olduƒüunu belirtti.
(2024-08-15). Bursa'da jandarma astsubay à∂ƒürencileri iàßin mezuniyet tà∂reni dàºzenlendi. aa.com.tr Bursa I≈üƒ±klar Jandarma Astsubay Meslek Yàºksek Okulu Komutanlƒ±ƒüƒ±'nda, Jandarma ve Sahil Gàºvenlik Akademisi (JSGA), Astsubay Eƒüitim Merkezi'ndeki (ASEM) eƒüitimlerini ba≈üarƒ±yla tamamlayan 403 à∂ƒürenci iàßin tà∂ren dàºzenlendi.
(2024-08-15). Banglade≈ü'te yàºzlerce à∂ƒürenci ile eski Ba≈übakan'ƒ±n destekàßileri arasƒ±nda arbede ya≈üandƒ±. aa.com.tr Banglade≈ü'te protestocu yàºzlerce à∂ƒürenci ve siyasi aktivist ile eski Ba≈übakan ≈ûeyh Hasina Vecid'in partisi Avami Birliƒüinin destekàßileri arasƒ±nda arbede à߃±ktƒ±ƒüƒ± belirtildi.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞srailli esirlerin yakƒ±nlarƒ±, ate≈ükes ve esir takasƒ± anla≈ümasƒ± talebiyle Tel Aviv'de gà∂steri dàºzenledi. aa.com.tr Gazze ≈ûeridi'nde ate≈ükes ve kar≈üƒ±lƒ±klƒ± esir takasƒ± màºzakereleri Doha'da devam ederken yàºzlerce ƒ∞srailli Netanyahu'dan anla≈ümayƒ± imzalamasƒ±nƒ± istedi.
(2024-08-15). Hurufat Atatàºrk àúniversitesi Baskƒ± Màºzesi aà߃±lƒ±≈ü iàßin gàºn sayƒ±yor. aa.com.tr Atatàºrk àúniversitesinin 700 metrekare alana kurulu sergi ve matbaa bà∂làºmlerinden olu≈üan "Hurufat Atatàºrk àúniversitesi Baskƒ± Màºzesi". aà߃±lƒ±≈ü iàßin gàºn sayƒ±yor.
(2024-08-15). àáAYKUR àºàßàºncຠsàºrgàºn ya≈ü àßay alƒ±mlarƒ±na ba≈üladƒ±. aa.com.tr àáAYKUR, àºàßàºncຠsàºrgàºn àßay alƒ±mlarƒ±na ba≈üladƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Katƒ± atƒ±k depolama tesisi sayƒ±sƒ± 94'e yàºkseldi. aa.com.tr àáevre, ≈ûehircilik ve ƒ∞klim Deƒüi≈üikliƒüi Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±, 2024 yƒ±lƒ± ilk àßeyreƒüinde dàºzenli depolama tesisi sayƒ±sƒ±nƒ± 94'e à߃±kardƒ±klarƒ±nƒ± ve 1248 belediyede 75,9 milyon ki≈üiye hizmet saƒüladƒ±klarƒ±nƒ± bildirdi.
(2024-08-15). ƒ∞àßi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Yerlikaya: Daƒüdaki terà∂ristlerin de ≈üehirlerdeki e≈ükƒ±yalarƒ±n da nefeslerini kesiyoruz. aa.com.tr ƒ∞àßi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Ali Yerlikaya, "Daƒüdaki terà∂ristlerin de ≈üehirlerdeki e≈ükƒ±yalarƒ±n da nefeslerini kesiyoruz, kesmeye de devam edeceƒüiz." dedi.
(2024-08-15). Lamine Yamal'ƒ±n babasƒ± Mounir Nasraoui'ye bƒ±àßaklƒ± saldƒ±rƒ±. aa.com.tr Barcelona'nƒ±n ƒ∞spanyol genàß futbolcusu Lamine Yamal'ƒ±n babasƒ± Mounir Nasraoui, bƒ±àßaklƒ± saldƒ±rƒ±ya uƒüradƒ±.
(2024-08-15). Man Utd vs Fulham probable lineups – Premier League 2024-25. albawaba.com The 2024-25 Premier League season begins on Friday, when Manchester United takes on Fulham at Old Trafford.Match date: Friday, 16 August | Kick-off time: 19: 00 (GMT) | Venue: Old TraffordManchester United vs Fulham predicted lineups: Man Utd possible XlAndre Onana; Diogo Dalot, Matthijs De Ligt, Lisandro Martinez, Noussair Mazraoui; Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo; Amad Diallo, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford; Joshua ZirkzeeFulham possible XlBernd Leno; Timothy Castagne, Issa Diop, Calvin Bassey, Antonee Robinson; Sasa Lukic, Harrison Reed; Alex Iwobi, Andreas Pereira, Emile Smith Rowe; Rodrigo Muniz…
(2024-08-15). Fighter jets pilots killed in mid-air crash in France. albawaba.com
(2024-08-15). How often should you get a haircut. albawaba.com ALBAWABA The question of how often you should get a haircut is one that many people ponder as they seek to maintain healthy, stylish hair. The frequency of your visits to the salon can vary depending on several factors, including your hair type, length, and overall goals for your hair. Understanding these factors can help you develop a personalized haircut schedule that ensures your hair remains in top condition.First and foremost, the type and texture of your hair play a significant role in determining how often you should get a trim. Straight hair, for example, tends to show damage like split ends more visibly…
(2024-08-15). Airstrike kills Revolutionary Guards commander in Syria. albawaba.com
(2024-08-15). US annual inflation eases to lowest since 2021, CPI results. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The consumer price index, which is a broad-based assessment of prices for goods and services, climbed by 0.2% for the month, bringing the yearly average of inflation to 2.9% for the same period of time. This slight drop from June's 3 percent marks the lowest annual inflation rate since 2021.A report that was released by the Department of Labor on Wednesday indicated that consumer prices had remained relatively stable for the third consecutive month, in addition to a little increase in producer prices for the previous month, which further suggested that inflation is securely back on a downward trajector…
(2024-08-15). Russian ballerina jailed for 12 years amid donating to Ukraine. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A Russian-American ballerina named Ksenia Karelina was recently jailed for 12 years after being accused of donating to a pro-Ukraine charity. The donation of around $50 was made towards a charity named Razom which provides aid to Ukraine. Moreover, local investigators found out about the donation after searching Karelina's phone and arrested her in Yekaterinburg, in southwestern Russia on Feb. 2024, according to Sky News. According to official Russian sources, she admitted to having donated the money this month at a closed trial in the city.Russian ballerina jailed for 12 years amid donating to Ukr…
(2024-08-15). Is coffee better for health than matcha? What's the difference. albawaba.com ALBAWABA When it comes to choosing a morning beverage, coffee and matcha are two popular options that often spark debate about which is better for health. Both drinks offer unique benefits and cater to different preferences and health goals. Understanding the differences between coffee and matcha can help you decide which might be the better choice for you.Caffeine Content and Energy Levels: One of the most notable differences between coffee and matcha is their caffeine content. Coffee is known for its high caffeine levels, with a standard cup containing about 95 milligrams of caffeine. This amount provide…
(2024-08-15). S.Korean President calls for cooperation group with N.Korea. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol suggested on Thursday a "Inter-Korean Working Group" to alleviate rising tensions with Pyongyang and explore opportunities for economic collaboration.Relations between the two Koreas are at their lowest point in years, with the North recently announcing the deployment of 250 ballistic missile launchers along its southern border.Since May, North Korea has launched hundreds of trash-filled balloons toward South Korean territories, leading Seoul to begin propaganda broadcasts along the border and terminate a 2018 agreement intended at easing tensions between the two fo…
(2024-08-15). Mohamed Ramadan responds to Beirut concert postponement. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Egyptian singer Mohamed Ramadan responded to…
(2024-08-15). Japan raises alert amid Typhoon Ampil, flights canceled. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Japanese trains and airlines are halting services as Typhoon Ampil intensifies in the western Pacific, with the storm set to hit on Friday.According to the most recent Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) advisory, Typhoon Ampil has sustained winds of 140 kph as of early Thursday local time.It's expected to intensify more in the following 36 hours since the storm is traveling over the warm ocean, which means more moisture in the air to feed the typhoon. By Friday evening, when it approaches Japan southeast of Tokyo, it may reach the strength of a Category 3 hurricane.'Very strong' Typhoon Ampil set to a…
(2024-08-15). 7 Steps to grow stronger, longer nails. albawaba.com ALBAWABA Growing stronger, longer nails is a goal for many, but achieving it requires more than just patience. Your nails reflect your overall health, and taking specific steps can help you attain the long, healthy nails you desire. Here's a guide to growing stronger, longer nails.1. Prioritize Nail Health from WithinHealthy nails start from the inside out. Your diet plays a crucial role in the strength and growth of your nails. Incorporating foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins is essential. Biotin, in particular, is known to promote nail growth and strength. You can find biotin in foods like eggs, nut…
(2024-08-15). 5 Tips for a successful job interview. albawaba.com ALBAWABA Preparing for a job interview can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. To increase your chances of success, it's essential to approach the interview with a clear strategy and confidence. Here are five key tips to help you excel in your next job interview.1. Research the Company Thoroughly: Before stepping into the interview room, make sure you have a solid understanding of the company. Research the company's history, mission, values, products, and services. Familiarize yourself with recent news, key players in the organization, and the industry it operates in. This knowledge will not only help you…
(2024-08-15). Man Utd and PSG negotiate Sancho, Ugarte transfers. albawaba.com Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain are nearing an agreement in regard to two transfers, according to The Independent.The talks concern Jadon Sancho and Manuel Ugarte.The Ligue 1 giants are keen on signing Sancho, whereas the Red Devils are keen to bring in the Uruguay international.It appears that Sancho will move to PSG on loan with an obligation to buy.Similar terms are being discussed regarding Ugarte's proposed transfer to Old Trafford.Manchester United have been busy this summer, as they have already brought in Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui.
(2024-08-15). Athletic Bilbao vs Getafe predicted lineups – LaLiga 2024-25. albawaba.com LaLiga's new campaign begin on Thursday when Athletic Bilbao and Getafe face off at the San Mames Barria.Match date: Thursday, 15 August | Kick-off time: 17: 00 (GMT) | Venue: San Mames BarriaAthletic Bilbao vs Getafe predicted lineups: Athletic possible XlAlex Padilla; Andoni Gorosabel, Yeray Alvarez, Aitor Paredes, Yuri Berchiche; Mikel Vesga, Benat Prados; Inaki Williams, Oihan Sancet, Nico Williams; Gorka GuruzetaGetafe possible XlDavid Soria; Juan Iglesias, Nabil Aberdin, Omar Alderete, Diego Rico; Luis Milla, Mauro Arambarri, Yellu Santiago; Alex Sola, Peter Federico, Carles Perez…
(2024-08-15). German Rheinmetall acquires US defense supplier at $950M. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In an effort to strengthen its position in the biggest defense sector in the world, German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall, an essential provider of weaponry to Ukraine, said on Wednesday that it had purchased US vehicle specialist Loc Performance for $950 million.After the purchase was originally disclosed on Tuesday evening, Rheinmetall's shares increased 1% on Wednesday in a bid to increase the company's prospects of securing orders valued at billions of dollars, as reported by Reuters.With over a thousand workers, Loc has factories in Ohio and Michigan where it produces armor and vehicle parts for bo…
(2024-08-15). WHO declares Mpox outbreaks in Africa a global health emergency. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreaks in Congo and other parts of Africa a global health emergency as a new, more lethal form of the virus spreads. With confirmed cases in over a dozen countries and the majority of infections and deaths occurring in Congo, the situation has become increasingly dire. Vaccine availability on the continent remains critically low.The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently labeled the mpox outbreaks a public health emergency, reporting over 500 deaths and urgently calling for international assistance to curb the virus's…
(2024-08-15). In Japan's ageing countryside, some villages face extinction. aljazeera.com Japan has an estimated 9 million abandoned homes as rural areas grapple with rapid population decline.
(2024-08-15). Record 39 candidates to run in Sri Lanka's presidential election. aljazeera.com Economy remains key issue after protesters angered by financial crisis toppled President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in 2022.
(2024-08-15). 'Reclaim the night': Massive protests in India after doctor's rape, murder. aljazeera.com Demonstrators are demanding more safety for women after a trainee doctor's body was found in a Kolkata state hospital.
(2024-08-15). Climate activists protest at four German airports, halting traffic. aljazeera.com Interior minister says action was 'dangerous and stupid', warns of tougher penalties for airport intruders.
(2024-08-15). The cost of crossing the Darien Gap. aljazeera.com How gangs of people smugglers can demand the highest price for those crossing the Darien Gap.
(2024-08-15). Protests escalate in India over rape and murder of doctor in Kolkata. aljazeera.com The discovery of the 31-year-old's body last week at a state-run hospital has led to widespread outrage.
(2024-08-15). NASA to decide on how to bring home stranded astronauts by end of the month. aljazeera.com Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams were stranded after problems emerged with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft.
(2024-08-15). Russia sentences US dual citizen to 12 years for treason. aljazeera.com Supporters say she donated about $50 to charity, but investigators accuse her of helping Ukraine buy weapons.
(2024-08-15). Putin and Kim's new friendship. aljazeera.com What do Putin and Kim get from each other?>
(2024-08-15). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 902. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 902nd day, these are the main developments.
(2024-08-15). Japan lifts 'megaquake' warning, tells people to 'go back to normal'. aljazeera.com Alert triggered panic in archipelago of 125 million people with many cancelling holidays, stocking up on essentials.
(2024-08-15). US actress Gena Rowlands, star of The Notebook, dies at 94. aljazeera.com Rowlands starred in dozens of films during a career that began on stage and television in the 1950s.
(2024-08-15). UK woman jailed for 'blow up mosque' Facebook post after Southport riots. aljazeera.com Julie Sweeney sentenced after pleading guilty to sending communications that 'threaten death or serious harm'.
(2024-08-15). Minouche Shafik resigns as Columbia president after Gaza war protests. aljazeera.com Shafik drew criticism over her handling of protests that rocked the university campus earlier this year.
(2024-08-15). Ukraine puts 'pressure on the aggressor', catches Russia off-guard in Kursk. aljazeera.com President Putin and his officials appeared unprepared for Ukraine's daring invasion.
(2024-08-15). English Premier League 2024/25: Match schedule, start times, teams, format. aljazeera.com When does the Premier League start and who are the favourites? Who are the new player signings? Al Jazeera explains.
(2024-08-15). 'Big shock': Thailand faces political upheaval as PM removed from office. aljazeera.com Thailand's constitutional court made its second bombshell ruling in a week as it ousted Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
(2024-08-15). Russia evacuates thousands from Kursk as Ukrainian forces advance. aljazeera.com Ukrainian military says Russia has moved some troops from the occupied south but this is not a major redeployment.
(2024-08-15). A candidate cull ahead of Tunisia's presidential election. aljazeera.com Most prospective candidates saw their names ruled out, with many finding themselves in prison.
(2024-08-15). Resisting AUKUS: The Paul Keating Formula. counterpunch.org 
From his own redoubt of critical inquiry, the former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating has made fighting the imperialising leprosy of the AUKUS security pact between Australia, the UK and the United States a matter of solemn duty. In March 15, 2023, he excoriated a Canberra press gallery seduced and tantalised by the prospect of nuclear-powered submarines,
(2024-08-15). Paul Keating lashes out at AUKUS upgrade. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-08-15). Laundering Carbon—The Gulf's 'New Scramble for Africa'. cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). The unfulfilled promises of microcredit: some new evidence. cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). Students in Bangladesh Are Challenging a Repressive System. cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). Bangladesh : Who is Muhammad Yunus, the new prime minister ? cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). Version 2.0: Europe is moving to the Right and far Right. cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). Join us on 4, 5 and 6 October 2024 for our next Autumn Meetings! cadtm.org The Autumn Meetings of CADTM Europe will occur on October 4, 5 and 6 October 2024. As of 2023, the venue will be the Simenon Youth Hostelin Liège, Belgium.
| The 2024 edition will use different formats: debates, workshops, interactive activities, and book presentations. It will focus on several issues: the rise of the Far Right, the debt crisis in the South, China and the BRICS as creditors. It will also consider the ecological debt and food sovereignty.
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(2024-08-15). Our media, Puigdemont's Catalonia and the violent undemocratic traditions of the Spanish state! cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). Ecuador's poisoned loans from the World Bank and the IMF. cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). The Persistence of Global Capitalism's Long Depression. cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). Omar Radi free ! cadtm.org
(2024-08-15). The Corporate Press (Finally) Sounds the Alarm on Project 2025 But Omits Warnings for Journalism and Media. counterpunch.org 
After months of expert legal and public policy analysis, advocacy group warnings, and independent press reporting on the Presidential Transition Project 2025 (Project 2025 for short), the corporate press is finally catching up. Capturing headlines is Project 2025's Mandate for Leadership, a 180-day playbook for the next conservative administration. Its authors are a cadre of ultra-conservative,
(2024-08-15). How Donald Trump Undermined the Health and Safety of American Workers. counterpunch.org 
During his four years as President of the United States, Donald Trump was remarkably active and often successful in sabotaging the health and safety of the nation's workers. Trump, as the AFL-CIO noted, targeted Medicare and Medicaid for $1 trillion in funding cuts, eroded the Affordable Care Act (thereby increasing the number of Americans lacking health
(2024-08-15). Election 2024: A Step Back From The Permanent Campaign? counterpunch.org 
"What if our campaigns were much, much shorter?" Ben Smith asks at Semafor. "The presidential campaign is currently a two-year cycle, which begins just after the prior midterm elections. … [Kamala] Harris is accidentally demonstrating the alternative: She's the hot new thing in August, riding on vibes and goodwill six months after the Super Tuesday
(2024-08-15). Homophobia's Role in Political Manipulation. counterpunch.org 
"People have faced attacks, evictions, and been denied access to health services." This week, I spoke with Healy Thomson about the impact of the Anti-Homosexuality Act in Uganda. The legislation, signed into law last year, permits the death penalty for certain offences related to homosexuality. "Across Africa, LGBTI persons find themselves…confronting formidable obstacles to their
(2024-08-15). To Avert Wider War in the Middle East, Biden Should Resign. counterpunch.org
(2024-08-15). Harris Picking Walz Was All About the Electoral Votes. counterpunch.org Many commentators have said that VP Kamala Harris should have selected Josh Shapiro, Governor of Pennsylvania rather than Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. The most repeated reason for selecting Shapiro was that he could have probably secured Pennsylvania's 19 electoral votes. They assume that Harris cannot win the election without winning that state. Their logic is
(2024-08-15). JD Vance is a Classic Example of "Poornography" counterpunch.org 
JD Vance has climbed to his current position as former President Donald Trump's running mate, in part, by selling himself as a hillbilly, calling on his Appalachian background to bolster his credentials to speak for the American working class. "I grew up as a poor kid," Vance said on Fox News in August 2024. "I
(2024-08-15). Gavin Newsom's War on Rooftop Solar Is a Bad Omen for the Country. counterpunch.org 
Large utilities make their money by repairing and expanding the energy grid. Residential solar directly threatens that revenue stream because it doesn't rely on an ever-expanding network of power stations and transmission lines. The electricity that residential solar power produces typically remains at the community level or, better yet, in the home itself, especially if coupled with local battery storage. Not surprisingly then, by 2018, 20 transmission lines had been canceled in California, mainly because so many homes were already producing solar power on their own rooftops, saving $2.6 billion in total consume…
(2024-08-15). CPJ decries Hong Kong court's dismissal of Jimmy Lai appeal, role of UK judge Neuberger. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director 
(2024-08-15). CPJ calls for support for Hong Kong journalists amid growing pressure, trial delays. tkww.hk 
(2024-08-15). CPJ calls for support for Hong Kong journalists amid growing pressure, trial delays. tkww.hk
(2024-08-15). CPJ decries Hong Kong court's dismissal of Jimmy Lai appeal, role of UK judge Neuberger. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
(2024-08-15). Camphor tree a witness to Changting's green transformation. ecns.cn Once among the regions most severely affected by soil erosion in southern China, Changting County in Fujian Province was dubbed "Flaming Mountains" due to its scorching summer surface temperatures capable of cooking an egg.
(2024-08-15). Scientists chart Earth's ancient rotation slowdown. ecns.cn A joint study of geological data by Chinese and foreign researchers has revealed that the Earth's rotation decelerated in a step-like pattern 700 million to 200 million years ago.
(2024-08-15). 2024 Shanghai Book Fair kicks off. ecns.cn The book fair kicked off on Wednesday and will last until Aug. 20.
(2024-08-15). China's retail sales up 2.7% in July year-on-year. ecns.cn China's domestic consumption continued to expand in July, with consumption of services and upgraded industrial goods growing at a faster pace, showcasing the country's vast potential in ramping up consumption and economic growth.
(2024-08-15). China now home to the world's largest, most developed new-energy industry chains: official. ecns.cn China has established the world's largest and most developed new-energy industry chain, an official from China's top economic planner said at an event on Thursday.
(2024-08-15). Advanced material gives university admission letter a cutting edge. ecns.cn Video footage of a freshman-to-be at Beijing University of Chemical Technology using the admission letter to cut a watermelon has astonished many netizens and aroused their curiosity as it looks just like a typical admission letter.
(2024-08-15). China's NEVs sales surpass conventional fuel vehicles for the first time in July. ecns.cn Sales of new energy passenger vehicles in China reached 878,000 units in July, surpassing the 840,000 units sold of conventional fuel vehicles for the first time.
(2024-08-15). China carries out mitigation efforts after rocket breaks up. ecns.cn China has taken necessary measures and is closely monitoring relevant orbit area and conducting data analysis, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Wednesday in response to a breakup of a Chinese rocket.
(2024-08-15). Xi says China ready to work with Brazil to promote the building of China-Brazil community with shared future. ecns.cn China is ready to work with Brazil to take the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties as a new starting point to jointly promote the building of a China-Brazil community with a shared future, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Thursday.
(2024-08-15). Over 20 types of humanoid robots to be on display at 2024 World Robot Conference. ecns.cn More than 20 types of humanoid robots will be exhibited at the upcoming 2024 World Robot Conference that will be held in Beijing from Aug 21.
(2024-08-15). Brain training helps boy cope with ADHD. ecns.cn The video game method is part of an electroencephalograph biofeedback therapeutic treatment designed for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
(2024-08-15). Eye surgeries gain popularity among young. ecns.cn A growing number of young Chinese adults like Li have opted to undergo surgical procedures to correct their vision. This summer, hospitals are registering a spike in the number of such operations.
(2024-08-15). Suspects detained for Guangxi Detian Waterfall tragedy. ecns.cn Individuals responsible for a recent incident that resulted in one fatality and 60 injuries at the Guangxi Detian Waterfall have been placed in police custody, according to local authorities on Tuesday night.
(2024-08-15). Maersk makes bold moves into inland shipping. ecns.cn Maersk will provide Chinese clients with integrated logistics solutions that are more efficient, secure and environmentally friendly to empower Chinese companies to expand their global business.
(2024-08-15). China's reform, opening-up add certainty to world, Indonesian envoy says. ecns.cn China's high-quality development and high-level opening-up inject certainty to a world plagued by challenges including weak economic recovery and frequent regional conflicts, an Indonesian diplomat said.
(2024-08-15). Zheng sparks golden age of tennis products. ecns.cn Paris 2024 women's tennis singles gold winner Zheng Qinwen of China has fueled a nationwide trend in tennis sportswear and related fashion.
(2024-08-15). China reaffirms support for a stable Myanmar. ecns.cn China firmly supports Myanmar in staying committed to domestic peace, stability, and economic development, and opposes chaos and wars in the country, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday.
(2024-08-15). Netizens wary of proposed marriage registration procedure. ecns.cn A recent move by authorities to simplify marriage registration procedures has sparked intense debate online.
(2024-08-15). China funding aids Africa development. ecns.cn Financial assistance from China has played a crucial role in infrastructure development in Africa since the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, or FOCAC, was established, paving the way for economic prosperity.
(2024-08-15). China and Thailand to launch joint air force drill. ecns.cn China and Thailand will hold a joint air force exercise in Thailand this month, with the Chinese side sending multiple types of warplanes and special operations forces.
(2024-08-15). Kishida to step down amid public distrust. ecns.cn His term as LDP president lasts until Sept 30, and the party's rules stipulate that the leadership election Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who is also the president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, announced on Wednesday he does not intend to run in the party's leadership election next month.
(2024-08-15). Ex-Party chief of Guizhou pleads guilty. ecns.cn Sun confessed his crimes and made a final statement in court. The court announced that sentencing will be made at a later date.
(2024-08-15). Belgrade ready to deepen ties with Beijing, Serbian president says. ecns.cn Serbia cherishes the friendship with China and is willing to deepen all-around cooperation, including in sports, to promote common development and benefit the two peoples, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has said.
(2024-08-15). China to increase support for foreign businesses to attract investment: official. ecns.cn Ministry of Commerce will increase whole-process support for foreign-invested projects and will help to address issues facing foreign businesses in order to attract more foreign investment.
(2024-08-15). Xi hails China, Brazil as like-minded good friends. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that China and Brazil, both major developing countries and key emerging markets, are like-minded good friends.
(2024-08-15). Lula says Brazil-China ties key to building a multipolar order, more just global governance. ecns.cn Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday that Brazil-China ties are increasingly important for building a multipolar order, as well as more just and effective global governance.
(2024-08-15). Scholars hail Zhejiang's green progress. ecns.cn Foreign experts lauded the progress Zhejiang province has made toward sustainable development during a recent visit to several sites focused on green energy and green industrial production.
(2024-08-15). China reports growth in the consumer economy. ecns.cn China reported major economic data on Thursday that pointed to faster growth on the consumer side while both industrial production and investment grew at a slower pace in July.
(2024-08-15). Online visas to enhance business, tourism for Pakistan. ecns.cn Pakistan offering online visas for Chinese citizens signals closer economic cooperation and mutual exchanges between the South Asian nation and China, analysts said, adding that it can help enhance Pakistan's economy.
(2024-08-15). China's 2nd TIR assembly center launched in Xinjiang. ecns.cn China's second TIR assembly center certified by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) was unveiled at Urumqi Multimodal Transportation Center in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on Wednesday.
(2024-08-15). Shunde's AC sales sizzle in summer heat. ecns.cn A siren blared, signaling the departure on Tuesday of Dafeng 3028, a barge loaded with over 4,000 air conditioners, from a dock at Beijiao Port in Shunde district of Foshan, Guangdong province.
(2024-08-15). Vietnam president to visit China. ecns.cn To Lam, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnam's president, will pay a state visit to China from August 18 to 20, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying announced on Thursday.
(2024-08-15). Top court emphasizes protection of forest resources. ecns.cn The Supreme People's Court has directed judges nationwide to continue handing down harsh punishments against those who destroy forest resources.
(2024-08-15). Xi, Lula exchange congratulations on 50th anniversary of China-Brazil ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday exchanged congratulatory messages on the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between China and Brazil.
(2024-08-15). Tengger Desert's massive solar project powers multiple provinces with green energy. ecns.cn In the Tengger Desert of Zhongwei, in the Ningxia Hui autonomous region, a 2-million-kilowatt photovoltaic project is being carried out in an orderly manner and is expected to generate green electricity for multiple provinces.
(2024-08-15). CEEC inks mega Saudi solar project. ecns.cn China Energy Engineering Corp Ltd announced on Tuesday it had inked a $972 million deal for a major photovoltaic project in Saudi Arabia.
(2024-08-15). Xi steers China into sweeping green transition. ecns.cn "Protect the ecological environment, and it will reward you." This statement by Chinese President Xi Jinping is vividly exemplified by the people of Anji county in East China's Zhejiang province, where a shift in perception has successfully driven a green transition.
(2024-08-15). Germany says Ukrainians sabotaged Nord Stream pipelines. ecns.cn This handout photo taken on September 28, 2022 from an aircraft of the Swedish Coast Guard (Kustbevakningen) shows the release of gas emanating from a leak on the Nord Stream 1 gas pipeline, in the Swedish economic zone in the Baltic Sea.
(2024-08-15). Bairen Town ruins begin 5th excavation in Hebei. ecns.cn The 5th excavation of the Bairen town, an important city during the Warring State Period (475-221 B.C.) was carried out in Hebei.
(2024-08-15). As cases mount, Bangladesh will decide on seeking Hasina's extradition, adviser says. geo.tv 
(2024-08-15). Hero security guard recognised for bravery after Leicester Square attack. geo.tv 
(2024-08-15). Trump slams Harris on economy ahead of major policy rollout. geo.tv 
Republican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump gestures as he speaks at a campaign event in Asheville, North Carolina, U.S. August 14, 2024. — Reuters
(2024-08-15). Disappeared Bangladeshi lawyer recounts ex-PM Sheikh Hasina's secret jail. geo.tv 
Ahmad Bin Quasem giving an interview after he was released from being confined for eight years by the Sheikh Hasina government. — AFP/File DHAKA: Blindfolded, handcuffed and bundled out of his secret prison for the first time in eight years, Bangladeshi barrister Ahmad Bin Quasem…
(2024-08-15). Protests sweep India over rape, murder of trainee female doctor. geo.tv 
(2024-08-15). Life in Japan to return to 'normal' after lifting week-old 'megaquake' alert. geo.tv
(2024-08-15). Brazil plane crashed minute after pilots sensed trouble, black box indicates: report. geo.tv 
(2024-08-15). North Korea to open its borders for tourism after four years. geo.tv 
Samjiyon city in North Korea before the COVID-19 pandemic. — Reuters/File North Korea has decided to open its borders to foreign tourists in December after the borders were closed down nearly five years ago due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The tourists will be allowed to…
(2024-08-15). Thailand's Pheu Thai party chooses Paetongtarn Shinawatra as PM candidate. geo.tv 
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, the Pheu Thai Party's most visible candidate for prime minister, looks on during the general election campaign in Ubon Ratchathani province, Thailand, February 17, 2023. — ReutersBANGKOK: Thailand's Pheu Thai party has chosen 37-year-old Paetongtarn…
(2024-08-15). Faith strongly associated with cultural heritage for most British Muslims: survey. geo.tv 
Muslim women walk in the park after finishing a GCSE exam near their school in Hackney, London. —Reuters/File71% British Muslims think UK media negatively portrays them.Researcher say insights crucial for fostering cultural awareness.39% of Muslims in UK describe themselves as Pakistani.
(2024-08-15). We Are the Bad Guys. Craig Murray. globalresearch.ca In
(2024-08-15). Carefully Planned NATO-Kiev Operation: Is Russia Really "Losing in Kursk"? globalresearch.ca Since last week, there's been a lot of panic among many supporters of Russia due to
(2024-08-15). Mali and Niger Break Diplomatic Relations with Ukraine Accusing NATO Ally of Involvement in Terrorist Attacks. globalresearch.ca Since the beginning of the Russian Special Military Operation in Ukraine, the African continent has become a major battleground in the renewed Cold War between Moscow and Washington. | In recent weeks in response to an attack by rebels in the …
(2024-08-15). The FBI's Raid on Peace. globalresearch.ca On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, the FBI executed a search warrant at my residence. The FBI claimed they were investigating whether I was functioning as an unregistered agent of a foreign government. But what was really taking place was a …
(2024-08-15). The Harris-Walz "Woke Vision" to Police Through Coercion and Fear. globalresearch.ca For a moment imagine a society where the rules of the nation are capable of guiding every aspect of daily life that assures order, harmony and progress. Central to this nation is a firm belief in the wisdom of its …
(2024-08-15). Power Struggle in Iran After the Assassinations. globalresearch.ca On May 19, 2024, Iran's President, Ebrahim Raisi, met the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, at the Giz Galasi Dam along the two countries' borders to inaugurate the hydroelectric complex there. In his return en route to Tabriz, the …
(2024-08-15). One Month Before Global Research's Anniversary. globalresearch.ca Dear Readers and Authors, | Global Research is a month away from our 23rd founding anniversary. | To say we are truly grateful is an understatement. We appreciate every one of you for your unbending support over the last 22 years. | As …
(2024-08-15). Global Research Daily Newsletter Interruption. globalresearch.ca
(2024-08-15). US Defense Firms Reluctant to Cooperate with Ukraine Due to Safety, Corruption. globalresearch.ca US military contractors are concerned about corruption and the security of co-production in Ukraine and are therefore in no rush to sign contracts, a US State Department spokesperson said. Without the US being able to construct military-industrial infrastructure, Ukraine will …
(2024-08-15). Who Owns America? Oligarchs Have Bought Up the American Dream. globalresearch.ca "The politicians are put there to give you the idea that you have freedom of choice. | You don't. You have no choice. You have owners. They own you. They own everything. | They own all the important land. They own and …
(2024-08-15). Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC. icrc.org Media Briefing — GC 75th anniversary…
(2024-08-15). Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons: 2024 session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 Review Conference. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Geneva Conventions: humanity must prevail! icrc.org By Balthasar Staehelin, the personal envoy of the ICRC president to China and head of the Regional Delegation for East Asia…
(2024-08-15). Georgia: Remains of 16 people missing in connection with 1992-93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Geneva Conventions 75th anniversary: Foundational treaties save lives and dignity, but massive humanitarian suffering shows the world must recommit. icrc.org ICRC President issues a call to make the Geneva Conventions a political priority…
(2024-08-15). Jordan: The Essay Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). 75th Anniversary of Geneva Conventions reaffirms relevance, calls for States to recommit. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Ethiopia: Almost 1.5 million livestock vaccinated to support livelihoods of pastoralists affected by legacy of armed conflict. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Mexico: A regional exhibition honours the family members of missing people who died searching for their loved ones. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Working together to address Africa's health challenges and to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs). icrc.org —ICRC holds session at the Global Health Forum of Boao Forum for Asia…
(2024-08-15). 5 years of the ICRC in Fortaleza. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). China: Health interventions in crisis situations. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Geneva Conventions 75th Anniversary: Reaffirm commitment to IHL and make it a political priority. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). China: Annual International Humanitarian Law Summer Session Held in Jiangsu. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Afghanistan: Stable electricity supply elevates health care at Mirwais Regional Hospital. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Eight rules for "civilian hackers" during war, and four obligations for states to restrain them. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Moldova: Rebuilding lives through the cash-for-livelihood programme. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Iraq: Photography Award 2024. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2024-08-15). Sudan faces health crisis as conflict devastates medical infrastructure. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Jordan: Facts & Figures for the First Half of 2024. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Middle East: De-escalation and protection of civilians urgently needed. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). P, Private archives, 1859-1991, 20 metres of shelf space. icrc.org
(2024-08-15). Bangladesh Hindus Call for an End to Violence. indybay.org WASHINGTON (08-13) — A vociferous crowd of Bangladeshi Hindus demonstrated at the White House on August 10, calling for an end to religious discrimination and violence directed against them in the aftermath of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and hasty departure to India. As head of the Awami League Party coupled with her 15-year reign as prime minister, her popularity has waned over time as her government had become more authoritarian. The weeks of violent protests and demonstrations beginning in July when scores of university students and others were killed was the beginning of the end of her st…
(2024-08-15). Sunday 8/18: Kamala's Home Town Says: Not Another Bomb. indybay.org Lake Merritt Amphitheater, Between 12th Street and 1st Ave., Lake Merritt Blvd, Oakland…
(2024-08-15). Hiroshima Appeal August 6, 2024. indybay.org Everybody gathering to the rally in front of the A-bombs Dome today, on the 79th commemoration of the A-bombing on Hiroshima! | Now on August 6 in 2024, we are facing an extraordinary situation, in which Hiroshima citizens are prohibited to make appeals against war and nukes: the Peace Memorial Park is closed by the Hiroshima city administration to prevent public access and entry; tools to demonstrate the anti-war and anti-nuke will, such as placards, flags, banners are all forbidden to be brought in.
(2024-08-15). ProPublica releases dozens of Project 2025 secret training videos. indybay.org The release of some Project 2025 secret training videos released by ProPublica. Plus some links to articles about former fascist KKK Grand Wizard, David Duke's campaign contributors. David Duke is a Trump supporter! The David Duke campaign contributors that received national media coverage, were originally exposed locally by Lynda Carson, on IndyBay Media.
(2024-08-15). Sunday 9/1: SWEEP The Billionaires From San Francisco Not The Homeless. indybay.org Billionaire David Sacks Mansion | 2845 Broadway | San Francisco…
(2024-08-15). Friday 8/16: Weekly vigil/protest in front of Representative Mullin's office building. indybay.org 1528 El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA…
(2024-08-15). Friday 9/13: "From Russia with Lev": Film & Panel on Trump Impeachment w/ Producer, Rachael Maddow. indybay.org Roxie Cinema | 3117 16th Street | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2024-08-15). Europe's left: the time for tactics is over. indybay.org Across Europe, we are experiencing a crisis of democracy; a systemic crisis that cannot be solved with the old structures and offers, in terms of personnel and programmatic. This is an opportunity for the left to put forward candidates like Li Andersson in Finland or Dadgostar in Sweden: both formulate a clear new policy that prioritizes social justice combined with climate justice.
(2024-08-15). Tohono O'odham Ofelia Rivas 'The Pirates Who Stole My Words'. indybay.org Ofelia Rivas, Tohono O'odham, points out that today more than 20 books use her words about O'odham and the border without her permission. The pirates range from the United Nations and book authors, to non-profits and corporate-paid activists. Ofelia's words and life work are often plagiarized for profit and self-promotion by those who do not live on the Tohono O'odham Nation.
(2024-08-15). Saturday 8/17: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2024-08-15). Sunday 8/25: Brave Resistance by Iran's Women Political Prisoners. indybay.org On Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/91631626879?pwd=ajem5BtDvWSXVry4Bnwiii0gfB7BJP.1 | Also live audience at 1187 Franklin St. TSK Room…
(2024-08-15). Santa Barbara City College President Erika Endrijonas Garners Lawsuit. indybay.org Career college administrator Erika Endrijonas garners new lawsuit against Santa Barbara Community College.
(2024-08-15). Tuesday 8/13: Trail of Truth Rally for Indigenous Rights w/ Muwekma Ohlone (San Jose). indybay.org San Jose City Hall Plaza | 200 E. Santa Clara Street | San Jose CA 95113…
(2024-08-15). Thursday 8/15: Webinar: The Border Industrial Complex in the Time of Elections. indybay.org Online | https://secure.everyaction.com/TpAKN-FrqkuUK6lI5JXRUQ2…
(2024-08-15). Friday 8/16: Richmond Banner Drop Free Palestine. indybay.org San Luis Ave and Sacramento Ave- I-80 overpass…
(2024-08-15). Capitalism, Imperialism, The 2024 French Olympics & The Working Class. indybay.org The 2024 Olympics in France should the role of profiteering and capitalism as well as nationalism and imperialism as tools used by the US and other major imperialist countries.
(2024-08-15). Key Players in L.A. Community College Building Fraud Ousted From Leadership Positions. indybay.org Since The Los Angeles Times published shocking news coverage of fraud and corruption surrounding the Valley Academic and Cultural Center construction, multiple key players in the building fraud have been ousted from various leadership positions in multiple communities.
(2024-08-15). Friday 8/30: "If You're Not Afraid of the Truth" – From @BobAvakianOfficial, Presentation & Discussion. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…
(2024-08-15). Update from the Casey Support Committee: August 12, 2024. indybay.org Latest update, including indictment overview, a note on Black August, solidarity statements, & guidelines for writing or sending money.
(2024-08-15). Monday 8/19: Caminata for Pathway to Citizenship through Registry – Closing Rally. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall | Civic Center Plaza | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2024-08-15). Sunday 8/18: Not Another Bomb: National Day of Action. indybay.org Various locations. Take action near you: bit.ly/nabdayofaction…
(2024-08-15). Shane Gray's Sign Mission to Free Political Prisoner Leonard Peltier. indybay.org Shane Gray Has made Thousands of Free Leonard Signs In The San Francisco Bay Area To Make The Public Aware Of Leonard Peltier Being A Political Prisoner.
(2024-08-15). Saturday 8/17: San Diego Weekly Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…
(2024-08-15). Tipping Is Racist and Harms Us All — It's Past Time to Eliminate It. inequality.org
(2024-08-15). Fascists blocked by mass mobilisation. internationalviewpoint.org Dave Kellaway reports from the anti-fascist demonstration in Walthamstow East London and reflects on the lessons. | – | / |
(2024-08-15). Key Points About the Failed Military Coup and its Aftermath. internationalviewpoint.org
(2024-08-15). Challenges and opportunities in Puerto Rico. internationalviewpoint.org After a series of twists and turns, Puerto Rico's Supreme Court has ruled that a number of opposition candidates are illegal. Our comrades analyse the contradictions of this anti-democratic decision and how to build a democratic and anti-capitalist project in this context. | – | / |
(2024-08-15). People's Struggle Alliance Election Fund. internationalviewpoint.org The People's Struggle Alliance (PSA—Jana Aragalaya Sandanaya/Makkal Poraata Munnani) is a newly formed movement of Left political organisations and individuals active in the 2022 people's uprising ('Aragalaya/Poraatam/Struggle') in Sri Lanka who are advancing and deepening its demand for 'system change'. The Socialist People's Forum (SPF), supporters of the Fourth International in Sri Lanka, is among its founders. | – | / |
(2024-08-15). After Hasina's resignation, struggle continues. internationalviewpoint.org On August 5, at 2: 30 pm, Sheikh Hasina resigned from her post as prime minister and fled with some of her Special Security Forces by helicopter to India. She is now in Delhi, and some reports indicate that she wants to go to London for political asylum, but Britain is refusing her entry because of her human rights violations. | – | / |
(2024-08-15). The ultra-right governs Argentina: The end of an epoch? internationalviewpoint.org On the evening of November 19, 2023, when official data from the presidential runoff in Argentina confirmed the victory of Javier Milei, the candidate of "La libertad adelantado" (Liberty Advances or LLA), many activists and intellectuals of the left and progressivism woke up to a reality that we had tried to deny or that we had not been able to understand. For this reason, the attempt to reach explanations, reasons and hypotheses for this unthinkable event must be, at the same time, an exercise in revising the categories and characterisations we made of Argentine social and political reality in previous years.
(2024-08-15). Laundering Carbon—The Gulf's 'New Scramble for Africa'. internationalviewpoint.org In early November 2023, shortly before the COP28 summit opened in Dubai, a hitherto obscure UAE firm attracted significant media attention around news of their prospective land deals in Africa | – | / |
(2024-08-15). Advancing Our Own Politics in 2024: For Socialist Support of the Green Party. internationalviewpoint.org As socialists how should we approach the 2024 presidential election? The two major parties, ideologically capitalist to their cores, present us with a choice between a neoliberal corporate militarist and a neofascist criminal maniac. | – | / |
(2024-08-15). Cameroon: The right to love and be loved. internationalviewpoint.org
(2024-08-15). "Frank conversations and the search for consensus are crucial for rebuilding Hong Kong's future democratic movement" internationalviewpoint.org In these challenging times, Loong-yu Au, a labour researcher, thinks that frank conversations and the search for consensus are crucial for rebuilding Hong Kong's future democratic movement. | – | / |
(2024-08-15). A Forest In Flight. levernews.com 
Editor's note: This piece was originally published in the
(2024-08-15). CNN's Fraudulent Analysis of Fraud in the Venezuelan Presidential Election. libya360.wordpress.com Allan Miller and Roger D. Harris In the quarter century of the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, initiated by the election of Hugo Chávez and continued by his successor Nicolás Maduro, 31 national elections have been held. Invariably, the US-backed opposition claimed fraud in all but the two contests that they won. Equally unvaryingly has been…
(2024-08-15). Venezuela Today: Revolution and Elections. libya360.wordpress.com Chris Gilbert Celebrating Maduro's victory. (Rome Arrieche) In light of recent imperialist aggressions, Chris Gilbert reflects on the challenges and complexities of using elections as a tool for socialist construction. Hugo Chávez changed the way socialists viewed elections around the world. The left had long been skeptical about them. The main arguments were that elections…
(2024-08-15). Humza Yousaf accuses Elon Musk of aligning with far-right and instigating violence. middleeasteye.net 
Humza Yousaf accuses Elon Musk of aligning with far-right and instigating violence | The former first minister of Scotland told MEE that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer needs to better regulate social media platforms due to the spread of misinformation | | "> | Hamza Yous…
(2024-08-15). Minouche Shafik hired by UK government after resigning from Columbia in wake of Gaza protests. middleeasteye.net 
Minouche Shafik hired by UK government after resigning from Columbia in wake of Gaza protests | Shafik, who called for a police response to protests, will chair review into UK's approach to international development | | Minouche Shafik, the then Columbia president, testifies during a heari…
(2024-08-15). UK prosecutors drop case against academic over posts related to 7 October attack. middleeasteye.net 
UK prosecutors drop case against academic over posts related to 7 October attack | Counterterrorism officers raided Amira Abdelhamid's home after the University of Portsmouth referred her to Prevent | | Amira Abdelhamid denies her posts on X were antisemitic and says it was a 'relief' that t…
(2024-08-15). Tunisia: Rapper K2Rhym jailed in absentia and banned from standing for presidency for life. middleeasteye.net 
Tunisia: Rapper K2Rhym jailed in absentia and banned from standing for presidency for life | Accusations mount that electoral commission has excluded serious rivals of President Saied to ensure his re-election | | Karim Gharbi, aka K2Rhym, announced his candidacy in the 6 October presidentia…
(2024-08-15). Need of the hour to have secular civil code in the country: Modi from Red Fort. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff In his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly advocated for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), saying that laws creating religious divisions should be abolished in modern society. Modi stated, "The Supreme Court has held discussions regarding the Uniform Civil Code repeatedly and …
(2024-08-15). The ghost of Hubert Humphrey is stalking Kamala Harris. nationofchange.org Hubert Humphrey faced the choice to keep supporting the war or speak out for a change in 1968. Kamala Harris faces it now.
(2024-08-15). UN's omission of fossil fuels in 'Pact for the Future' sparks global outcry. nationofchange.org Recent negotiations have stripped these references, sparking widespread concern among environmental advocates and global leaders.
(2024-08-15). Why is the far-right winning support from the working class? peoplesdispatch.org The latest dossier from the Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research addresses the need for the left in Latin America to confront neofascism rising across the region and the world…
(2024-08-15). Outrage in China over US "double standards" on doping at the Olympics. peoplesdispatch.org In the last days of the Paris Olympics, Chinese media, agencies and social media users showed outrage at the United States' attitude towards doping in the competition. | This past Monday August 12, the hashtag "
(2024-08-15). Harris to battle price-gouging at the grocery store. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris is set to announce her plan to ban corporate price-gouging at the grocery store. Her boss Joe Biden's Federal Trade Commission is already working on it too. The agency's new Strike Force on Unfair and Illegal Pricing is tackling the issue. For several months on the campaign trail, Vice President …
(2024-08-15). Audubon Society good to birds but awful to its own staff. peoplesworld.org 
NEW YORK—When it comes to treatment of its unionized staffers, the Audubon Society is in trouble with the National Labor Relations Board. It has also forced the 260 unionized Audubon staffers, members of the "Bird Union" unit of Communications Workers Local 1180, to take to the streets, and not just to aid bird watchers. They'll …
(2024-08-15). 'Alien: Romulus' review: Horror and anti-corporate message stay strong in latest franchise addition. peoplesworld.org 
When the horror science fiction film Alien came out in 1979, it broke new boundaries for its time. Protagonist Ellen Louise Ripley is considered by many to be the first female action character to challenge the sexist stereotypes often assigned to women characters in the genre. Along with doing away with gender norms, both the …
(2024-08-15). Foreign Ministry clarifies Haiti's absence at Abinader's inauguration. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) Haiti's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cults, Dominique Dupuy, reported today the reason for the absence of a government representation at the inauguration of the re-elected president of the Dominican Republic, Luis Abinader.
(2024-08-15). Russia authorizes clinical trials of vaccine for allergic polen. plenglish.com Moscow, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) The Russian Federal Medical-Biological Agency (FMBA) announced today it has received the approval to proceed with clinical trials of the first vaccine for birch pollen allergy sufferers.
(2024-08-15). Caricom to oversee general elections in Haiti. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) The Caribbean Community (Caricom) will oversee the general elections in Haiti, where today a group of personalities from that regional bloc is reviewing how the political transition is being implemented in the Caribbean nation.
(2024-08-15). DPRK celebrates anniversary of its liberation. plenglish.com Thousands of citizens visited the Kumsusan Sun Palace, where the mortal remains of President Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il, also commander of the Korean People's Army and top leader of the country, are kept. | The scene was repeated at various places in the capital and the nation associated with the war against Japanese colonialism, which lasted 20 years and culminated with the liberation of the country on August 15, 1945. | On the occasion, leaders of other countries and revolutionary organizations around the world as well as representatives of the accredited diplomatic corps here sent congratulations to Kim Jong…
(2024-08-15). Vietnam sorry for damage due to rains and floods in DPRK. plenglish.com Hanoi, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) Vietnam on Thursday lamented the damage caused by heavy rains and prolonged flooding that have affected the northwestern region of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) in the last few days.
(2024-08-15). ATE urges to strengthen unity of Argentinean organizations. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) The secretary general of the Argentine State Workers Association (ATE), Rodolfo Aguiar, urged today to strengthen the unity of action of all the sectors willing to fight against the government's policies.
(2024-08-15). Congo records more than 530 deaths from Mpox in 2024. plenglish.com Kinshasa, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has registered 537 deaths from smallpox (Mpox) since the beginning of 2024 until today, while the disease continues to spread.
(2024-08-15). Calm reigns in Syrian province after success of Russian mediation. plenglish.com Damascus, Aug 15 (Prensa Latina) Calm returned today to the northeastern Syrian provinces of Hasakeh and Deir Ezzor after the successful mediation of the commander of the Russian forces operating in Syria, Andrei Serdyakov, between the government and the separatist militia.
(2024-08-15). Toxics Watchdog Group Pushes for FDA-Led Summit to Tackle Mercury Cosmetics. pressenza.com 
15 August 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition has requested the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to convene a multi-stakeholder summit to tackle the persistent trade of mercury cosmetics across the country. The EcoWaste Coalition calls for a multi-stakeholder summit to tackle mercury cosmetics and agree on solutions to end the illegal trade. | The group put forward the proposal through a letter submitted today to FDA Director General Dr. Samuel Zacate and FDA CCHUHSRR Director Engr. Ana Rivera by Aileen Lucero, National Coordinator of the EcoWaste Coalition, an environmental health g…
(2024-08-15). The dreams that accompany us every day. pressenza.com I walk among trees that reveal the serene autumn sunset and cover the ground with leaves of bright and warm colours. The environment is inspiring and makes my attention focus on that welcoming landscape, but soon those internal images reappear…
(2024-08-15). Pakistan Celebrates Independence Day on August 14. pressenza.com by Irshad Ahmad Mughal | The 14th of August is the Independence Day of Pakistan. There are lots of flags all around. Dangerous demonstrations are made on the roads due to the one-wheeling of motorcyclists. A 12-gun salute is fired by the Army and messages are given on the day by the Chief of Army Staff, the President and the Prime Minister. | For the past several decades, Pakistan has not had the same splendor of the day as it used to. You can say that common people suffer from inflation, terrorism, lawlessness, bribery, unemployment, and political corruption. All these diseases have made them emaciated. | They a…
(2024-08-15). Mpox outbreak: WHO declares global health emergency: Symptoms, prevention, and reasons behind the alert—explained. ptcnews.tv Mpox outbreak: The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared Mpox, previously known as Monkeypox, a global health emergency in response to the rising number of cases in Africa. This significant announcement was made following a meeting of the UN health agency's emergency committee, which convened to assess the severity of the situation."Today, the Emergency Committee on #mpox met and advised me that in its view, the situation constitutes a public health emergency of international concern. I have accepted that advice. @WHO is on the ground, working with the affected countries, and others at risk, th…
(2024-08-15). Oropouche Virus kills 2 in Brazil: Know symptoms, causes and more. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An insect-borne virus has emerged in South America, killing two young Brazilian women. Women had no underlying medical issues. According to the European Centre for Disease Control, 19 cases of the Oropouche virus were imported into Europe during June and July. Spain reported 12 cases, Italy five, and Germany two.
(2024-08-15). Felicita Cuba al Principado de Liechtenstein. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) El ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba felicitó hoy al Principado de Liechtenstein, a propósito del Día de la Asunción, Fiesta Nacional de esa nación situada en los Alpes.
(2024-08-15). Entregan Premio del Barrio a Hermanamiento Nou Barris El Cerro (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) Los Comités de Defensa de la Revolución (CDR) entregaron en La Habana, el Premio del Barrio a la Brigada de Solidaridad de España Hermanamiento Nou Barris El Cerro.
(2024-08-15). Alerta Diosdado Cabello sobre nuevos planes violentos en Venezuela. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) El primer vicepresidente del Partido Socialista Unido de Venezuela (PSUV), Diosdado Cabello, alertó sobre nuevos planes violentos orquestados por la ultraderecha para el venidero sábado, trascendió hoy en Caracas.
(2024-08-15). Access to RSS feeds is rejected. https://reliefweb.int/rss.xml Your large amount of concurrent requests for RSS data causes problems. Use the API or contact ops@reliefweb.int…
(2024-08-15). Debunking ADF's 'Debanking' Conspiracy Theory. splcenter.org Anti-LGBTQ+ hate group Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) is engaged in an ongoing crusade to force private businesses to adhere to conservative Christian theology, in part by spreading the false narrative that private sector banks have been dropping conservative religious clients since the Obama administration. The conspiratorial claim, which ADF calls "debanking," has arisen out of an ongoing effort from ADF to ban or disrupt private sector investments in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and environmental sustainability.
(2024-08-15). Russian pipeline gas supplies to Europe up 3.1 bcm year-to-date — GECF. tass.com Total gas consumption in the EU lost 4.5% in January-July year-on-year to 180 bln cubic meters…
(2024-08-15). WHO chief declares mpox international public health emergency. tass.com A coordinated international response is needed to stop these outbreaks and save live, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said…
(2024-08-15). FSB foils terror attack on Interior Ministry facility in Tyumen Region. tass.com FSB operatives seized from the cache equipped by the suspects two improvised incendiary devices and a self-made explosive…
(2024-08-15). American family escapes moral decline in US, seeks asylum, better life in Russia. tass.com Irina Volk noted that Leo and Chantel Heyer were born and raised in New York…
(2024-08-15). PREVIEW: Russian cargo spacecraft to be launched to ISS. tass.com It will deliver over 2.6 tons of cargo to the International Space Station…
(2024-08-15). Russia declares federal state of emergency in Belgorod Region. tass.com According to Russian Emergencies Minister Alexander Kurenkov, the situation in the Kursk Region remains complicated and tense…
(2024-08-15). Hamas confirms priority of ceasefire agreement in Gaza over talks. tass.com The movement and its allies also stressed that Gaza's post-war future is an "exclusively domestic affair" which must be discussed by the Palestinians without any outside guidance…
(2024-08-15). Zelensky personally approved Nord Streams sabotage — newspaper. tass.com Ukrainian businessmen, among others, were to finance the bombing…
(2024-08-15). Zaluzhny says not involved in Nord Stream pipelines sabotage — newspaper. tass.com In response to the newspaper's inquiry, Valery Zaluzhny said that the accusations against him were a "mere provocation"
(2024-08-15). Kiev admits Russian offensive not slowing down amid Ukraine's attack on Kursk Region. tass.com Military experts quoted by the newspaper even suggested that Russia would send forces not involved in the special military operation to suppress the Ukrainian attack…
(2024-08-15). No threat of mpox spreading in Russia — sanitary watchdog. tass.com The situation is under constant control, the press service of the Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing told reporters…
(2024-08-15). Turkey to use Russian S-400s until it builds its own air defense network. tass.com According to Turan Oguz, a prominent Turkish defense and security expert, Istanbul does not yet have air defense systems that would protect its airspace from medium-range ballistic missiles, which the Russian S-400s allow…
(2024-08-15). West looks to absolve itself of responsibility for Nord Stream sabotage — Russian diplomat. tass.com It is reported that German prosecutors are also investigating two other Ukrainian diving instructors, including a woman…
(2024-08-15). Kiev says not involved in sabotage of Nord Stream pipelines due to lack of resources. tass.com Earlier, it was reported that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, whose term of office expired in May, approved a plan to sabotage the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines, but tried to reverse his decision after the US Central Intelligence Agency learned about it…
(2024-08-15). Russia ready to help African countries affected by mpox. tass.com The Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing has prepared proposals on providing scientific and technical assistance as well as aid in training specialists…
(2024-08-15). Progress MS-28 cargo spacecraft with food, equipment for ISS placed in orbit. tass.com It is expected to reach the ISS in about two days…
(2024-08-15). Putin, Uzbek president discuss allied relations in phone call initiated by Tashkent. tass.com The two leaders discussed "pressing issues on the international and regional agenda, particularly in light of Russia's current presidency of the BRICS group"
(2024-08-15). NATO invades Russia in Kursk Region, ex-US intel officer says. tass.com Scott Ritter noted that the Russian army was learning from the situation in the Kursk Region and would use that experience in the future…
(2024-08-15). Russia unlikely to face defeat in Ukraine, US needs to offer compromise — experts. tass.com The alternative to that would be "fighting an endless war to a bloody stalemate in Ukraine," Michael Cohen, Christopher Preble and Monica Duffy Toft stressed…
(2024-08-15). Bank of Russia sells yuan worth over $83 mln with settlements on August 14. tass.com Forex sale on the domestic market with settlements on August 13 amounted to 7.3 bln rubles…
(2024-08-15). Kursk attack fails to turn tide of hostilities in Ukraine's favor — newspaper. tass.com The journalist pointed out that "Russian patriotism shouldn't be underestimated – especially when the fight is on home soil"
(2024-08-15). Trump leads Harris by one point in terms of voter support. tass.com 53% of those surveyed have a generally unfavorable opinion about Trump and 51% about Harris…
(2024-08-15). Russia has test systems for swiftest detection of mpox. tass.com They help urgently detect the mpox virus and may be used outside of a lab, the press service of the Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing said…
(2024-08-15). Russian forces clear Martynovka in Kursk Region of Ukrainian troops — commander. tass.com It is noted that the Ukrainians had been pulling "everything they could" to those settlements with a view to breaching the Russian defenses and establishing a route to push deeper into Russia as they realized that Russian forces had been holding them off…
(2024-08-15). Russian paratroopers destroy Ukrainian army's Starlink satellite antennas in Kherson area. tass.com Russian forces carry out combat operations in the daytime and at night using thermal imagers installed on quadcopters…
(2024-08-15). Ruselectronics creates system to improve safety of landing on aircraft carriers. tass.com Ruselectronics noted that the equipment can be used on the existing and yet-to-be-built Russian heavy aircraft carriers, as well as India's aircraft carriers Vikramaditya and Vikrant…
(2024-08-15). Russia seeks to strengthen cooperation with Bangladesh in all areas — Lavrov. tass.com The top Russian diplomat wished Hossain good health and success in his crucial work…
(2024-08-15). Ukrainian forces unprepared for Russia's resistance in Kursk Region — Chechen commander. tass.com Apty Alaudinov noted that Ukrainian combat hardware is currently under attack by a large number of Russian units…
(2024-08-15). Former US diplomat sees Kiev losing its conflict with Russia, despite Kursk offensive. tass.com James Carden also argued that Ukraine would not have been able to attack the Kursk Region without the approval and material support from the United States…
(2024-08-15). France bans Russian boat from docking in port of Granville. tass.com It is also noted that the vessel is banned from entering any of the ports in the department…
(2024-08-15). Russian stocks down as Thursday trading opens. tass.com As of 10: 32 a.m. Moscow time (07: 32 a.m. GMT), the MOEX was down by 0.15% at 2,866.81 points…
(2024-08-15). Many in Ukraine unhappy about moving elite troops from Donbass to Kursk — newspaper. tass.com On August 6, Ukraine launched a major offensive in Russia's borderline Kursk Region…
(2024-08-15). The Candidate from Hell. tomdispatch.com Donald Trump is all too literally the candidate from hell and, yes, he's threatening to take the United States and the world to — no place else! — hell and back. He's the greatest danger to this planet imaginable. And I'm not even thinking about what else he'd do, were he to win election 2024 and return to the Oval Office, having reassured his religious voters that, should they opt for him this November, they'll never have to do so again. ("Get out and vote, just this time… You won't have to do it anymore. Four more years, you know what? It'll be fixed, it'll be fine, you won't have to vote anymore,…
(2024-08-15). Audience of Street Film Festival in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk see more than hundred films of different genres. tvbrics.com 
Films by directors from BRICS countries were presented at the event…
(2024-08-15). The ninth annual meeting of the New Development Bank to be held in Cape Town. tvbrics.com 
The theme of the meeting will be Investing in a Sustainable Future…
(2024-08-15). Egypt and Bahrain explore new horizons in renewable energy cooperation. tvbrics.com 
The Egyptian Minister of Energy noted that relations between the two countries serve as an ideal model for constructive cooperation between Arab countries…
(2024-08-15). Beijing to host international music festival. tvbrics.com 
Musicians from BRICS countries will perform in the capital of China…
(2024-08-15). India to host third Voice of the Global South summit. tvbrics.com 
Participants will exchange views and priorities on a wide range of issues on a common platform…
(2024-08-15). India celebrates its 78th Independence Day anniversary. tvbrics.com Prime Minister Modi delivered a speech at the Red Fort…
(2024-08-15). Zimbabwe takes over the leadership of the SADC Council of Ministers. tvbrics.com 
The country is ready to continue working to advance regional integration and the development of SADC…
(2024-08-15). Specialists from Latin American countries visit Russian fuel and energy companies. tvbrics.com 
Familiarity with the Russian fuel and energy complex may open up new opportunities for co-operation between Russia and the countries of the region…
(2024-08-15). Claims Swirl Around Strike On Key Russian Logistics Hub In Kursk. twz.com 
The Kursk Oblast city of Lgov came under fire Thursday, the 10th day of Ukraine's
(2024-08-15). 'Calling All the Shots': US Escalates Ukraine Conflict via Kiev Client State. sputnikglobe.com American imperialism looms large as the Western-backed proxy war on Russia continues.
(2024-08-15). Kursk Incursion Turning Into Self-Goal For Zelensky? Russia Mocks Ukraine: 'Kyiv Killed Chance For…'. hindustantimes.com As Ukrainian forces advance deeper into Russia's Kursk region, Moscow has made a big claim. Top Russian diplomat Rodion Miroshnik stated that Ukraine's incursion has ended any chance of peace talks with Moscow. Miroshnik accused Kyiv of deliberately sabotaging negotiations by launching the attack on Kursk, referring to alleged attacks on civilians in the border areas. Watch for more.
(2024-08-15). Ex-Ukrainian Top General Reportedly Behind Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage. sputnikglobe.com Three out of four Nord Stream pipelines running from Russia to Germany under the Baltic Sea to provide Western Europe with natural gas were destroyed on September 26, 2022. Western investigators have so far failed to find the saboteurs behind the blast.
(2024-08-15). Ukraine's advance into Russia creates strategic buffer. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine's forces advanced further into Russia's Kursk region on Wednesday as Kyiv said its gains would provide a strategic buffer zone to protect its border areas from Russian attacks. | Kyiv's surge into Russian territory last week caught Moscow by surprise. Russian forces that began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 had been grinding out steady gains all year. | President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he met top officials to discuss the humanitarian situation and establishing a military commandant's offices "if needed" in an occupied area that Kyiv says exceeds 1,000 sq km (390 sq miles). | "We continue to…
(2024-08-15). JASSM Stealth Cruise Missiles Now On The Table For Ukraine: Report. twz.com 
(2024-08-15). Amid Kursk Gamble, Zelensky Refuses To Repay Foreign Debt: Ukraine Economy Hit By Rating Downgrade. hindustantimes.com Ukraine's economy is on the brink of disaster as the war with Russia rages on and Western support weakens. In a shocking move, Ukraine has defaulted on a major debt repayment, prompting Fitch Ratings to downgrade the country to 'Restricted Default.' With billions in Western aid failing to stabilize the situation, could this be the beginning of Ukraine's economic collapse?>
(2024-08-15). Russia declares federal emergency in Belgorod near Kursk. tribune.com.pk 
The Russian authorities declared on Thursday a state of federal emergency in the Belgorod region amid the fighting with Ukrainian troops in the neighboring Kursk region. | The decision was announced by the Russian Emergency Situations Minister Aleksandr Kurenkov at a government meeting in Moscow. | "I propose to attribute the emergency situation that has arisen in the Belgorod region to a federal emergency and establish a federal level of response," he said. | Earlier, the Russian authorities also declared a state of counter-terrorism operation in Belgorod, Bryansk, and Kursk regions. | The invasion began on t…
(2024-08-15). Confronting Climate Change with Direct Action: Hundreds Converge for 44th Annual Earth First! Gathering. unicornriot.ninja
(2024-08-15). Pro-Palestine Encampment Turned Home for the Displaced Swept in Duluth, Journalist Arrested. unicornriot.ninja 
(2024-08-15). Venezuela readies for protests as Maduro urges 'iron fist' response. tribune.com.pk 
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has called for the state to use an "iron fist" after the country's opposition called for protests Saturday in more than 100 cities around the world following controversial July 28 elections in which Maduro was proclaimed president by the government-controlled electoral authority amid strong allegations of fraud. | "As head of state, head of government and president of Venezuela, I demand from all branches of government greater speed, greater efficiency and an iron fist against crime, against violence, against hate crimes, an iron fist and severe, accurate justice, to enforce…
(2024-08-15). Rail drivers in England should reject ASLEF's Labour-backed sellout deal. wsws.org ASLEF leader Whelan's claim to have averted a "land grab" on working conditions is bogus. The plan is that these will be negotiated away once the dispute is over as part of the Great British Railways agenda of the Labour government.
(2024-08-15). Grand jury indicts Ohio officer who shot and killed pregnant woman in 2023. wsws.org Officer Connor Grubb will face four counts of murder, four counts of felonious assault and two counts of involuntary manslaughter for the killing of Ta'Kiya Young and her unborn daughter.
(2024-08-15). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Three-day strike at easyJet Portugal over staffing levels and working hours undermined by minimum service requirements and union only calling out Portuguese-based crews; Iranian nurses' strike over pay and conditions continues and intensifies after death of nurse from overwork; state forces kill 21 workers demonstrating high cost of living and government policies in Nigeria…
(2024-08-15). Gov. Walz defends military record, union bureaucracies at AFSCME convention in Los Angeles. wsws.org In his first solo-campaign stop since being named Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, the Minnesota governor defended his military record against Republican attacks and presented the Democrats and trade union bureaucracies as fighters for the working class.
(2024-08-15). Socialist autoworker Will Lehman proposes 3-point program to defend Warren Truck jobs. wsws.org A rebellion against the UAW bureaucrats is needed. Workers should replace them with leaders drawn from the shop floor, exercising leadership democratically through rank-and-file action committees.
(2024-08-15). Free Bogdan Syrotiuk! wsws.org This resolution was unanimously adopted by the Eighth National Congress of the Socialist Equality Party (US), held from August 4 to August 9, 2024.
(2024-08-15). Grand jury indicts Ohio officer who shot and killed pregnant woman in 2023. wsws.org Officer Connor Grubb will face four counts of murder, four counts of felonious assault and two counts of involuntary manslaughter for the killing of Ta'Kiya Young and her future daughter.
(2024-08-15). Boeing Board of Directors onboards defense industry veteran as new CEO. wsws.org Kelly Ortberg has been brought in to strengthen Boeing's connection to the US military-industrial complex.
(2024-08-15). Strengthening recessionary trends in global economy. wsws.org Investor sentiment seems to have "collapsed" in the eurozone and its largest economy, Germany, according to a recent survey.
(2024-08-15). Coral bleaching threatens 73 percent of world's reefs. wsws.org Coral bleaching is another further warning of the climate crisis, with the working class and poor across the world bearing the primary brunt of its consequences as global temperatures rise, including in the oceans.
(2024-08-15). AFAD vatanda≈ülarƒ± uyardƒ±: 10 gàºn ate≈ü yakmayƒ±n. yenisafak.com Hava sƒ±caklƒ±klarƒ±nƒ±n mevsim normalleri àºzerinde seyrettiƒüi Antalya'da sƒ±caklƒ±ƒüƒ±n yarƒ±n 41 dereceye, sonraki gàºn ise 39 dereceye kadar ula≈ümasƒ± bekleniyor. | Sƒ±caklƒ±klarƒ±n yàºksek seyrettiƒüi kentle ilgili olarak AFAD tarafƒ±ndan ate≈ü yakƒ±lmamasƒ± konusunda uyarƒ±da bulunularak, vatanda≈ülarƒ±n cep telefonlarƒ&plu…
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(2024-08-15). Irak'la terà∂rle màºcadeleye yà∂nelik ortak mutabakat zaptƒ± imzalandƒ±! Bakan Fidan: ƒ∞≈ü birliƒüimiz àºst seviyeye ta≈üƒ±nacak. yenisafak.com Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Hakan Fidan, Irak'la mutabakat zaptƒ± imzalandƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± duyurdu.Bakan Fidan, Ankara'da Irak Ba≈übakan Yardƒ±mcƒ±sƒ± ve Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Fuad Hàºseyin ile ortak basƒ±n toplantƒ±sƒ± dàºzenledi. |
(2024-08-15). Rapid Wien 2-0 Trabzonspor (àñZET-Vƒ∞DEO). yenisafak.com UEFA Avrupa Ligi 3. eleme turu rà∂van≈ü maà߃±nda temsilcimiz Trabzonspor deplasmanda Rapid Wien ile kar≈üƒ±la≈ütƒ±. ƒ∞lk maà߃± 1-0 kaybeden bordo mavililer, Avusturya'da da rakibine 2-0 yenildi ve UEFA Avrupa Ligi'ne veda etti. | Temsilcimiz yoluna UEFA Konferans Ligi'nde play-off maàßlarƒ±yla devam edecek. Trabzonspor'un Konferans Ligi Play-off turundaki rakibi Slask Wroclaw – St. Gallen maà߃±nƒ±n galibi olacak. | Rapid Wien'e galibiyeti getiren golleri i…
(2024-08-15). Bakan Kurum: Son 53 yılın en sıcak temmuz ayını yaşadık. yenisafak.com 
àáevre, ≈ûehircilik ve ƒ∞klim Deƒüi≈üikliƒüi Bakanƒ± Murat Kurum sosyal medya hesabƒ±ndan yaptƒ±ƒüƒ± payla≈üƒ±mda, "Meteoroloji Genel Màºdàºrl຃üàºmàºzàºn verilerine gà∂re son 53 yƒ±lƒ±n en sƒ±cak Temmuz ayƒ±nƒ± ya≈üadƒ±k. En yàºksek sƒ±caklƒ±k 45.9 derece ile Cizre'de, en dàº≈üàºk sƒ±c…
(2024-08-15). àñlàºmcàºl salgƒ±n Afrika dƒ±≈üƒ±na sƒ±àßradƒ±: Maymun àßiàßeƒüi viràºsຠƒ∞sveàß'te gà∂ràºldàº. yenisafak.com Kongo Demokratik Cumhuriyeti'nde ve kom≈üu àºlkelerde gà∂ràºlen maymun àßiàßeƒüi viràºsຠAfrika kƒ±tasƒ±nƒ±n dƒ±≈üƒ±na sƒ±àßradƒ±. ƒ∞sveàß'te ilk maymun àßiàßeƒüi vakasƒ± doƒürulandƒ±.ƒ∞sveàß Saƒülƒ±k ve Sosyal ƒ∞≈üler Bakanƒ± Jakob Forssmed dàºzenlediƒüi basƒ±n toplantƒ±s&f…
(2024-08-15). Belarus'tan Batƒ±'ya 'nàºkleer silah' tehdidi: Geriye kalan tek ≈üey 'en kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ±' olana basmak. yenisafak.com Luka≈üenko, Rus devlet televizyonu Rossiya kanalƒ±na verdiƒüi rà∂portajda, àºlkede bulunan nàºkleer silahlarƒ± kullanmak iàßin "kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ± d຃ümeye" basmaya hazƒ±r olup olmadƒ±ƒüƒ± sorusunu cevapladƒ±."Geriye kalan tek ≈üey 'en kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ±' olana basmak": Nàºkleer silahlarla ilgili olarak her tarafta "kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ± d຃ümeye" zaten bas&…
(2024-08-15). Hizbullah i≈ügalci ƒ∞srail'e ait mevzileri 'tam isabetle' vurdu. yenisafak.com Làºbnan'daki Hizbullah Hareketi, ƒ∞srail'in kuzeyindeki yasa dƒ±≈üƒ± ≈ûamir yerle≈üimine ve Hirbet Maar askeri àºssàºne saldƒ±rƒ± dàºzenlediƒüini duyurdu.Hizbullah'tan yapƒ±lan yazƒ±lƒ± aà߃±klamada, yeni yasa dƒ±≈üƒ± yerle≈üim birimi ≈ûamir'in ƒ∞srail'deki hedefler arasƒ±na dahil edildiƒüi ve buranƒ±n ilk defa katyu≈üa f຅
(2024-08-15). Besleme İbrahim Haskoloğlu'ndan Nedim Şener'e operasyon. yenisafak.com 
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(2024-08-15). Bolu'da orman yangƒ±nƒ±: Eski≈üehir semalarƒ± dumanla kaplandƒ±. yenisafak.com Bolu'da à߃±kan orman yangƒ±nƒ±nƒ±n dumanƒ± Eski≈üehir kent merkezi semalarƒ±nƒ± kapladƒ±.Bolu'nun, Gà∂ynàºk ilàßesi Alankà∂y kà∂yàºnde à∂ƒüle saatlerinde bàºyàºyen anƒ±z yangƒ±nƒ±, ràºzgarƒ±n da etkisiyle de kƒ±sa sàºrede bàºyàºdຠve ormanlƒ±k alana sƒ±àßradƒ±. Ormanlƒ±k alana yayƒ±lan alevler h&f…
(2024-08-15). E5'te yolu kapatƒ±p halay àßeken trafik magandalarƒ± gà∂zaltƒ±na alƒ±ndƒ±. yenisafak.com ƒ∞stanbul'da E5 karayolunda trafiƒüi kesip halay àßeken magandalar gà∂zaltƒ±na alƒ±ndƒ±.Olay dàºn Kàºàßàºkàßekmece'de meydana geldi. | | E5 karayolunda d຃üàºn konvoyundaki araà&szli…
(2024-08-15). Abdullah Avcƒ±'dan futbolculara 'oyun disiplini' uyarƒ±sƒ±. yenisafak.com Rapid Wien'e elenen Trabzonspor yoluna UEFA Konferans Ligi play-off'larƒ±nda devam edecek. Wien maà߃± sonrasƒ±nda aà߃±klamalarda bulunan Trabzonspor Teknik Direktà∂rຠAbdullah Avcƒ±, istifa sà∂ylemlerine de yanƒ±t verdi. Avcƒ±'nƒ±n aà߃±klamalarƒ±ndan à∂ne à߃±kanlar ≈üu ≈üekilde: | "Tabelada isminin yazmasƒ± à∂nemli deƒüil"Rakibin bizden àºstàºnl຃üຠvard&f…
(2024-08-15). àáanakkale'deki orman yangƒ±nƒ± devam ediyor: Tarihi Alan'ƒ±n Kuzey Hattƒ±'na giri≈üler kapatƒ±ldƒ±. yenisafak.com 
àáanakkale'nin Eceabat ilàßesine baƒülƒ± Bàºyàºkanafarta kà∂yຠyakƒ±nlarƒ±nda ziraat alanƒ±nda à߃±kan ve ormanlƒ±k alana sƒ±àßrayan yangƒ±n devam ediyor. |
(2024-08-15). ABD devi Cisco i≈üàßilerini kapƒ±ya koyuyor: 1 milyar dolar gider tahmin ediliyor. yenisafak.com ABD merkezli aƒü teknolojileri ≈üirketi Cisco, yeniden yapƒ±lanma planƒ± kapsamƒ±nda kàºresel i≈ü gàºcàºnຠyakla≈üƒ±k yàºzde 7 azaltacaƒüƒ±nƒ± bildirdi. Cisco, ABD Menkul Kƒ±ymetler ve Borsa Komisyonuna (SEC) yaptƒ±ƒüƒ± bildirimde, à∂nemli bàºyàºme fƒ±rsatlarƒ±na yatƒ±rƒ±m yapƒ±lmasƒ± ve daha fazla verimlilik saƒülanmas&fnof…
(2024-08-15). Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Erdoƒüan'dan canlƒ± yayƒ±nda à∂nemli aà߃±klamalar: Kimsenin gà∂zàºnàºn ya≈üƒ±na bakmayƒ±z. yenisafak.com 
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(2024-08-15). Ba≈üak≈üehir 2-0 Iberia (àñZET-Vƒ∞DEO). yenisafak.com UEFA Konferans Ligi 3. Eleme Turu rà∂van≈üƒ±nda Ba≈üak≈üehir ile Iberia kar≈üƒ± kar≈üƒ±ya geldi. ƒ∞lk maà߃± deplasmanda 1-0 kazanan temsilcimiz, bu maà߃± da 2-0 kazandƒ± ve adƒ±nƒ± play-off'lara yazdƒ±rdƒ±. Ba≈üak≈üehir'in play-off turundaki rakibi, ƒ∞rlanda temsilcisi St. Patricks oldu. | Ba≈üak≈üehir'e galibiyeti getiren golleri 50. dakikada Piatek ve 62.
(2024-08-15). Niƒüde'de Melendiz Daƒüƒ± kƒ±rsalƒ±nda yangƒ±n: Ekipler 5 km kayalƒ±k alana yaya olarak tƒ±rmanƒ±p màºdahale ediyor. yenisafak.com 
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(2024-08-15). Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi — A Great Editor and Freedom Fighter Who Was an Important Meeting Point for Several Streams of Freedom Movement of India. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2024-08-15). Petitioner against Urdu signboard at Patur Municipality suffers setback in SC. ummid.com The petitioner against Urdu signboard put up by the Patur Municipal Council in Akola district of Maharashtra Tuesday suffered setback in the Supreme Court of India.
(2024-08-15). Integrity of SEBI compromised: Rahul Gandhi on Hindenburg allegations. ummid.com The Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi commenting on the latest allegations by Hindenburg Research said the integrity of Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has been "gravely compromised".
(2024-08-15). Hasina has fallen, and so has India's flawed South Asia policy? ummid.com Sadly, most Indians, fail to see the connection between Hasina's rise as a despot and her fall because of and the role the India/Modi/Hasina Patron/Client relationship played in it.
(2024-08-15). Nigeria urged early registration of 2025 Hajj pilgrims. ummid.com Independent Hajj Reporters, a Civil Society Organization (CSO) that monitors and reports Hajj activities in Nigeria has appealed to NAHCON to instruct state Muslim pilgrim's welfare boards, agencies and commissions to announce the start of registration of intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj.
(2024-08-15). Arunachal Muslims voluntarily disband 'Tribal Muslim Youth Forum'. ummid.com The All Arunachal Pradesh Tribal Muslim Youth Forum (AAPTMYF) was voluntarily dissolved on August 8, 2024 at Itanagar, the capital of Arunachal Pradesh state.
(2024-08-15). NIRF Ranking 2024: AMU improves its rank, Jamia Millia retains 3rd spot. ummid.com The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), which was at 9th spot in 2023, has improved its rank securing the 8th position whereas Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has retained the 3rd best rank in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 released Monday August 12, 2024.
(2024-08-15). Challenges before Yunus' interim government in Bangladesh. ummid.com The challenges at the frontiers of Yunus' interim government in Bangladeshare (unlucky) seven: law and order; economy; military, elections; justice; religious freedom; and freedom of expression.
(2024-08-15). UK Riots: Outburst of "White-Ego" against non-Whites? ummid.com Citizens of UK must be commended for coming out strongly, and in great number, to display their stand against rioters having indulged in violence. But is this enough to correct what appears to be ingrained deeply and strongly in sections of the British society?
(2024-08-15). Why PM Modi's concern about Bangladeshi Hindus has no takers? ummid.com Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is required to show action needed to bring his own house in order before reminding his neighbours about their duties.
(2024-08-15). TN: Muslim fishermen say harassed by Christian counterparts backed by Missionaries. ummid.com The Christian societies have threatened the Muslims fishermen to either leave Kadaiyakudi village as none other than RC Christian faith can live there or the convert and seek forgiveness from the Church.
(2024-08-15). 2024 likely to be warmest year on record: US Agency. ummid.com The year 2024 has a 77% chance of being the warmest year on record, news agency AFP reported citing a US environmental body Monday.
(2024-08-15). "Every day we see Muslim children being killed. But…": Londoners have a powerful message. ummid.com In a powerful message coming in the wake of wars and conflicts, the Londoners said they see Muslim children being killed everywhere around the world but they don't retaliate in the manner "the far right English Defence League goons are responding".
(2024-08-15). Never seen any discrimination in 40 years of service: JNMC AMU Principal. ummid.com Refuting the allegations made by BJP leader and Aligarh MP Satish Gautam, Prof (Dr) Veeena Maheshwari said she had never seen any discrimination at the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC) run under the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) during her long tenure.
(2024-08-15). King Abdulaziz Quran Competition 2024: Final qualifying round underway in Makkah. ummid.com The jury of the final qualifiers of the 44th edition of the King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of Holy Quran Saturday listened to the recitations of 14 contestants from Kenya, Congo, Egypt, Uganda, Kuwait, Djibouti, Sri Lanka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Yemen, the Philippines, Ghana, Jordan, Portugal and Bahrain.
(2024-08-15). Steps to Check: MHT CET 2024 Engineering FE Round 1 Allotment. ummid.com Maharashtra State CET Cell is set to publish today i.e. Wednesday August 14, 2024 on its official website fe2024.mahacet.org Provisional Allotment of CAP Round-I (Round 1 allotment result) of candidates who have registered for admission in First Year Engineering (FE) B.E. and B.Tech four year courses for the year 2024-25.
(2024-08-15). Link to Check: Maha Direct 2nd Yr Pharmacy 2024 Round 1 Allotment. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to publish today i.e. Wednesday August 14, 2024 on its official website dsp2024.mahacet.org.in Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round I of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Pharmacy (B Pharmacy and Pharm D) courses for the year 2024-25.
(2024-08-15). 'Circle to Search with Google' now powers Samsung Galaxy A, Galaxy Tab S9 FE series. ummid.com Electronics major Samsung Wednesday announced the availability of "Circle to Search with Google" in Galaxy A series phones and Galaxy Tab S9 FE tablets.
(2024-08-15). Registration Steps: MCC NEET UG 2024 Counselling Starts. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has started through its official website mcc.nic.in from today i.e. Wednesday August 14, 2024 Online Registration for MCC NEET UG Counselling 2024 Round 1.
(2024-08-15). UP NEET UG 2024 Counselling schedule out, details here. ummid.com The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) has published on its official website upneet.gov.in the UP NEET UG 2024 Counselling Schedule for the year 2024-25 (NEET UG 2024 Counselling Date and Time).
(2024-08-15). NASA claim of water reservoirs on Mars sparks debate. ummid.com The American space agency NASA Monday claimed evidence of liquid water reservoirs underneath the Mars surface, sparking a debate about the possiblity of human life on the Red Planet.
(2024-08-15). Hajj 2025 application starts at hajcommittee.gov.in. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has started receiving Hajj Application Form (HAF) of the pilgrims who are willing to embark on Hajj 2025 (Haj 1446 AH) through its website hajcommittee.gov.in from today i.e. Tuesday August 13, 2024.
(2024-08-15). Steps to Check: DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2024 Round 2 Allotment. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is set to publish on its official website poly24.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Wednesday August 14, 2024 the result of CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment of the students seeking admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering/Technology for the year 2024-25.
(2024-08-15). How Islamophobia, misinformation added fuel to UK riots? ummid.com The recent riots in the UK have made one thing clear that the far-right is on the increase in Europe and elsewhere too, including India. Further in its vilifying campaigns its in now-a-days heled by the rising social media, and the time has come to reign-in the social media's negative use.
(2024-08-15). For Elon Musk, Arabic is language of enemies, says daughter. ummid.com American multi-billionaire Elon Musk's trans daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, in a sensational social media post said the SpaceX Chief and X owner, used to say Arabic is the language of enemies.
(2024-08-15). Apply now, MP NEET UG 2024 Counselling starts. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh has started through its official website dme.mponline.gov.in registration of students who wish to participate in MP NEET UG Medical (MBBS) and Dental (BDS) Counselling 2024 from today i.e. Monday August 12, 2024.
(2024-08-15). Japan firms favor Harris presidency over Trump for business. tribune.com.pk 1723697532-0/BeFunky-collage]____-(100)1723697532-0.jpg)
More Japanese companies believe a Kamala Harris presidency in the US would be better for their businesses than a second Donald Trump administration, a Reuters survey showed on Thursday, reflecting the respondents concerns about protectionism and policy unpredictability. | The outcome of November's US presidential election is being closely watched by countries around the world. But Japan is a close ally of Washington, with tens of thousands of US troops stationed there, and its businesses would feel the impact of a renewed US-China trade war since both are among its top trading partners. | Some 43% of Japanese…
(2024-08-15). NSG hosts symposium on China-Africa relations. sanews.gov.za NSG hosts symposium on China-Africa relations | China-Africa Media and Publishing, in collaboration with the National School of Government of South Africa, is set to hold a symposium titled: "The Governance of China: Forging a Closer China-Africa Community of a Shared Future, in Pretoria on Thursday. | Thursday's event will bring together South African and Chinese government officials, scholars, experts, and journalists for a robust exchange of ideas and insights. | The seminar serves as a critical forum to discuss and shape the future of China-Africa relations and is a side precursor event to the upcoming Beij…
(2024-08-15). Reporter faces scrutiny over AI-generated content in news articles. tribune.com.pk 
The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) by a reporter from the Cody Enterprise has come to light, raising concerns about the integrity of journalism. | Powell Tribune reporter CJ Baker first noticed something was amiss when quotes from Wyoming's governor and a local prosecutor in a competitor's articles seemed slightly off. The robotic phrasing in several stories only heightened his suspicions. | The tipping point came in a June 26 article about comedian Larry the Cable Guy being chosen as the grand marshal for a local parade. The piece concluded with an unnecessary explanation of the "inverted pyra…
(2024-08-15). Video: Labor's NDIS bill and its rotten response to the royal commission. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: 120 taking temporary shelter, death toll rises to 30. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | An investigation by the Uganda Police Force, KCCA, and the Office of the Prime Minister has says that thirty-three households were affected by the collapse of the Kiteezi landfill. According to the findings, only 120 people were registered in the temporary shelter at Kiteezi Church of Uganda Primary School playground …
(2024-08-15). Phoma destructiva's 2nd Comment on Pubpeer. wattsupwiththat.com By Andy May and Marcel Crok Phoma Destructiva's full comment is shown indented, as a block quote. To see the original go here. To see the abstract of our paper,…
(2024-08-15). NPA Aspirant Prosecutor Programme back on track. sanews.gov.za NPA Aspirant Prosecutor Programme back on track | The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced that it will reinstate the much vaunted Aspirant Prosecutor Programme. | The programme was suspended this year due to budget constraints. | "In 2022/23, the NPA absorbed over 1000 law graduates into its Aspirant Prosecutor Programme. Due to the unplanned budget cuts, many of these aspirants could not be given contracts after completion of the programme. | "The recent improvement in the NPA's budget situation has allowed the organisation to offer contracts to many aspirants that are already in the system, gradu…
(2024-08-15). Independence Day Celebrations Across India: Key Highlights. devdiscourse.com Independence Day celebrations nationwide will be commenced with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's highly anticipated speech. Various state-level events are planned with significant participation from political and social leaders.
(2024-08-15). Australia should become a green good neighbour, not a 'green superpower'. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Part 8: O Faris Al-Hammadi! The time has arrived for your deceitful and absurd statements to be unveiled for all to see! [Self-styled Peacemaker and Deceiver]. salaficentre.com 
In The Name of AllƒÅh, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. AllƒÅh, The Exalted, says: ŸàŸéÿ•ŸêŸÜ ÿ∑ŸéÿߟìŸÆŸïŸêŸÅŸéÿ™ŸéÿßŸÜŸê ŸÖŸêŸÜŸé Ÿ±ŸÑ€°ŸÖŸèÿ§€°ŸÖŸêŸÜŸêŸäŸÜŸé Ÿ±ŸÇ…
(2024-08-15). KZN CoGTA budget to empower traditional leadership, enhance local governance. sanews.gov.za KZN CoGTA budget to empower traditional leadership, enhance local governance | KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) MEC, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has presented the department's R1.8 billion, which is aimed at bolstering traditional leadership, enhancing local governance, and driving community development in the province. | Tabling the department's budget before the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature this week, Buthelezi said one of the cornerstones of the budget is the empowerment of amakhosi as cultural custodians. | To foster collaboration and address challenges faced by traditional communit…
(2024-08-15). COP29: Call to stop hosting Conference of Parties (COP) annual climate summits in authoritarian countries. fidh.org
(2024-08-15). Arrests, bans, shutdowns: No end in sight to Taliban media crackdown 3 years on. apnews.com
(2024-08-15). Trump drops identity attacks, focuses on Harris's policies and insults. tribune.com.pk 
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump launched a series of personal and policy-based attacks against Democratic rival Kamala Harris during a speech on Wednesday in Asheville, North Carolina. This comes as Trump faces a challenging period where his lead in opinion polls has significantly diminished. | Some of Trump's allies, donors, and advisers have expressed concerns about his attacks on Harris's intellect, suggesting he should focus more on criticising her policy record instead. | During the speech, Trump avoided questioning Harris's racial identity and instead provided more detailed policy critique…
(2024-08-15). SATIRE: Hormel Introduces New Chili Formula For Mothers Who Can't Produce Own Chili. theonion.com 
(2024-08-15). Video: the student protests that brought down a government in Bangladesh. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Fans' excitement for Taylor Swift at Wembley overshadows security concerns. tribune.com.pk 
Fans arriving at Taylor Swift's concert in London on Thursday said solidarity among fellow Swifties was helping to dispel any security concerns they had after her Vienna concerts were cancelled last week. | The US singer-songwriter is back in London for five dates before her record-breaking Eras tour returns to North America. | Her three shows in Vienna were cancelled after a planned attack was foiled by authorities, leaving some 195,000 fans grappling with sorrow, anger and disbelief. | Some of them rushed to buy tickets for the London dates, which are available for about 690 pounds ($886) on resale sites.
(2024-08-15). Sanjay Subrahmanyam: Blood and Bombast. newleftreview.org Sanjay Subrahmanyam on Vinayak Chaturvedi, Hindutva and Violence and Janaki Bakhle, Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva. Intellectual biographies of Hindu nationalism's Mazzini-inspired theoretician.
(2024-08-15). Need for an urgent rethink of international response to the human rights crisis in Afghanistan. fidh.org Three years after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan on August 15, 2021, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), as part of the Alliance for Human Rights in Afghanistan, joins eight other international human rights organisations to highlight concerns regarding the international response to human rights violations committed by the Taliban in Afghanistan.
Three years after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan on August 15, 2021, we, the undersigned organizations, remain (…) | – |
(2024-08-15). Socialist Alliance launches its 'liveable city' ticket for Sydney Council. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Johor-Singapore SEZ: Special passes for 'industry captains' could ease manpower and congestion concerns, suggests Johor chief minister. channelnewsasia.com Mr Onn Hafiz Ghazi also said that the SEZ agreement is expected to be signed by the two countries within the fourth quarter of this year.
(2024-08-15). Trans activists tell WA Labor to 'Get trans rights right'. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Hong Kong reveals plans to expand top talent visa scheme as lawmakers suggest tightening criteria. channelnewsasia.com Launched in 2022, Hong Kong's Top Talent Pass Scheme aims to "attract top talents with rich work experience and good academic qualifications from all over the world".
(2024-08-15). Green Left Show #40: Stop violence against women. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Exclusive: Pa. Hispanic voters shift heavy to Harris following Biden's exit. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Recent polling shows Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris is beating Republican nominee Donald Trump among Pennsylvania voters — However, a poll by TelevisaUnivision's Strategy & Insights provided to WHYY News…
(2024-08-15). Modi calls for an end to India's religion-based laws, faces minority opposition. tribune.com.pk 
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again advocated for the implementation of a uniform civil code, replacing India's religion-based laws. | Speaking at the Independence Day ceremony at Red Fort in New Delhi, PM Modi said that a secular civil code is essential for national unity, but acknowledged that the move has faced opposition from some minority groups. | PM Modi stated that a comprehensive discussion on the matter is necessary, highlighting that the current system, which governs personal matters like marriage, divorce, adoption, and inheritance through multiple religious laws, promotes division a…
(2024-08-15). A Presidential Ticket That Supports the War Powers Act. theintercept.com 
When President Barack Obama wanted to bomb Syria in 2013 following reports that Bashar al-Assad was using chemical weapons on his own people, Rep. Tim Walz, D-Minn., who represented a rural district in southern Minnesota, went to a local grocery store. | Walz stood outside the store and asked everybody that came out whether they supported bombing Syria. Every single person said no. | "He was clearly stunned because he told us that story the next time we talked to him," said Cathy Murphy, president of the Minnesota Peace Project, which has lobbied Walz on a range of foreign policy issues over the years. "It's l…
(2024-08-15). Turkish President Erdogan pushes for reforming UN Security Council. tribune.com.pk 
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has strongly endorsed UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' recent remarks on reforming the Security Council, emphasizing the need for a more equitable global system that includes African representation. | In a statement addressing Guterres' X post, Erdogan said: "The structure of UN Security Council, which is far from fulfilling its duty to ensure global peace and security, must be changed fundamentally." | Erdogan's comments came after Guterres' statement, saying: "The Security Council was designed by the victors of World War II. The world has changed. The world has ch…
(2024-08-15). For a fighting union movement, it needs to break with Labor. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Gillespie explains rationale behind selecting single spinner for Bangladesh series. tribune.com.pk 
Jason Gillespie, coach of Pakistan's Test team, defended the decision to select only one specialist spinner, Abrar Ahmed, for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, starting on August 21. | Gillespie highlighted the balance and potential within the squad, including the dual capabilities of Salman Ali Agha as a specialist spinner. | Gillespie detailed the reasons behind the selection strategy during a press briefing. "We consider both Salman Ali Agha and Abrar Ahmed as special spinners. Salman has shown considerable skill with his off-spin, while Abrar is emerging as a fine talent in his early career," he…
(2024-08-15). Advertising body unveils 3rd edition of the annual industry Silverback Awards. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Advertising Association (UAA) in partnership with Loeries and the Uganda Marketers Society (UMS) has officially unveiled the 3rd edition of the Silverback Awards 2024 to be held on November 23, 2024, in Kampala. Under the theme "Innovative Sustainable Marketing: Harnessing Ethics, Impact, and Profitability in the Digital Age" the …
(2024-08-15). Semiconductor Tech Is a New Battlefield in the US—China Rivalry. fairobserver.com Semiconductor chips, or microchips, are the tiny brains that run countless devices we use each day. These marvels power everything from refrigerators to smartphones, car navigation to wearable tech. The ever-growing demand for smart devices has created a desire for smaller, faster and more efficient chips. This pursuit of miniaturization has propelled the semiconductor industry…
(2024-08-15). Gen Muhoozi announces 1 year extension for expiring ID cards. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With about 15.8 million Ugandan National IDs set to expire between August 2024 to December 2025, Government has decided to extend the validity of all these cards by one year. Gen David Muhoozi, Minister of State for Internal Affairs told Parliament's Committee of Defense today that the body responsible for registrations and …
(2024-08-15). Internet disruptions could cost Pakistan $300m, IT group warns. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan could lose up to $300 million because of internet disruptions, an IT group warned Thursday. | "We see a careless and reckless implementation of the national firewall that threatens to strangle the IT industry before its maturity," said Ali Ihsan from the Pakistan Software Houses Association. "The internet, its reliability, quality, and throughput are of national interest. Anyone acting against it should review their decisions." | Amid the government's attempt at controlling social media content, Pakistani netizens have complained about a slowdown in internet services which have become routine. | Many…
(2024-08-15). Venezuela: Reports of electoral fraud and escalating police violence. fidh.org
(2024-08-15). PM candidate to be chosen ahead of Thailand's parliamentary vote. tribune.com.pk 
The biggest party in Thailand's caretaker government will meet on Thursday to choose a successor for dismissed former premier Srettha Thavisin, as it races to shore up its alliance a day ahead of a pivotal parliamentary vote on a new prime minister. | Thailand is again gripped by political drama less than a year after real estate mogul Srettha rose to power following weeks of parliamentary deadlock, with his Pheu Thai Party scrambling to retain control and deliver on its stalled populist agenda amid a stuttering economy. | The Constitutional Court's dismissal of Srettha on Wednesday was the latest hammer blow…
(2024-08-15). PM Wong congratulates Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus on taking charge of interim government. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Jim Jones challenges Lil Yachty to a $1000 drip challenge over New York fashion diss. tribune.com.pk 1723719192-0/BeFunky-collage-(2)1723719192-0.jpg)
Jim Jones, a rapper known for his sharp fashion sense and deep pride as a New Yorker, recently responded to some controversial remarks made by Lil Yachty about New York's fashion scene. | In a statement that stirred quite a bit of backlash on social media, Yachty suggested that Atlanta, not New York, is the true epicenter of streetwear and fashion culture. | As expected, the comment did not sit well with many, including Jones, who decided to address the issue head-on. | In a video that quickly went viral, Jim Jones responded to Yachty's claim, though he did so in a playful and amicable manner. | He expressed h…
(2024-08-15). Thailand: Dissolution of election-winning party a setback for democracy, human rights. fidh.org
(2024-08-15). What is Mpox? Everything to know about the virus declared a 'global health emergency'. tribune.com.pk 
For the second time since 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday raised the highest alert by declaring Mpox a global health emergency as 14,000 cases have been reported with 524 deaths in Africa with the potential to reach other continents. | What is Mpox? | Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus, which is part of the same family as smallpox. | Originally identified in monkeys, the disease can infect various animals and humans. | Although historically rare, recent outbreaks have demonstrated its potential for widespread transmission. | While generall…
(2024-08-15). Uganda, Kenya embrace green transport with rapid adoption of e-bikes. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | In Kenya's capital Nairobi, motorcycles have become an essential choice for residents due to their flexibility, convenience and affordability, with an increasing number of electric models on the roads. Driven by growing environmental awareness and technological advancements, many African countries have begun actively promoting electric motorcycles in recent years to …
(2024-08-15). Fighting Discrimination and Sexual Violence in Women's Prisons. publicbooks.org Even at the low-security prison that held actresses Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin, sexual violence against imprisoned women is rampant.
(2024-08-15). Mpox outbreak in Africa: Immediate risk to Singapore is low, says Health Ministry. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Market Analysts Eyeing Crucial Economic Data Releases. devdiscourse.com Market analysts are closely monitoring economic data this week as recent releases are set to influence interest rate decisions from the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England. The outcome of U.S. retail sales and Britain's GDP reports could sway currency markets significantly.
(2024-08-15). Patriotic Russians Volunteer in Droves as US Tries to Divert Blame for Nord Stream Sabotage. sputnikglobe.com Support among Russians for the special military operation is at a high as Western governments scramble to cover up the United States' increasingly sloppy crimes.
(2024-08-15). Modi Advocates for 'One Nation, One Election' on Independence Day. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a compelling case for 'one nation, one election' during his Independence Day address on Thursday. He urged political parties to unite in realizing this vision, noting that frequent elections hinder the nation's progress.
(2024-08-15). NFA reports 700 illegal land titles in forest reserves. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Forestry Authority-NFA has revealed that there are 703 illegal land titles in different forest reserves. According to Stuart Maniraguha, the Acting Executive Director of NFA, the discoveries were made between last month and the beginning of August during the process to ascertain the extent of forest degradation. "Recently, …
(2024-08-15). 'Hollywood Squares' host Peter Marshall dies at 98. tribune.com.pk 
Peter Marshall, the Emmy-winning host of the iconic game show "Hollywood Squares," passed away on Thursday in Encino at the age of 98 due to kidney failure. | His wife, Laurie, confirmed that he died peacefully at home. | Marshall, born Ralph Pierre LaCock in Huntington, West Virginia, had a prolific career in entertainment. | He hosted more than 5,000 episodes of the original "Hollywood Squares," earning five Emmy Awards from 19 nominations. | Marshall's career began as an NBC Radio page and usher at Paramount Theater before serving as a DJ for Armed Forces Radio during his Army service. | He later developed…
(2024-08-15). SATIRE: Pregnant Women Turned Away From ERs Despite Federal Law. theonion.com 
An Associated Press analysis of federal hospital investigations found that more than 100 pregnant women in medical distress who sought help from emergency rooms were turned away or negligently treated since 2022, with the Center for Reproductive Rights asking the government to investigate whether the hospitals…
(2024-08-15). Leaders Urge Unity and Nation Building on Independence Day. devdiscourse.com Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu have extended heartfelt Independence Day greetings to the citizens of the state.
(2024-08-15). Haresh Sharma playwriting course at NUS lacked numbers to be conducted 'meaningfully'. channelnewsasia.com The local playwright, who is behind iconic plays like Those Who Can't, Teach, was told five days before the start of the term that NUS "did not approve" his appointment.
(2024-08-15). Cédric Durand: Landscapes of Capital. newleftreview.org A critical engagement with the work of Brett Christophers, whose books—The New Enclosure, Rentier Capitalism, Our Lives in Their Portfolios and The Price Is Wrong—unfold a novel critique of the 'rentier stage' of contemporary capitalism, in the tradition of radical historical geography developed by Lefebvre, Harvey and Davis.
(2024-08-15). King Mswati III of Eswatini in Jinja, visits Kiira Motors. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | King Mswati III of Eswatini has today visited the he Kiira Vehicle Plant and has hailed Uganda for having a project of this magnitude being undertaken — in Africa and which is 100% owned, driven, and operated by Africans. He also welcomed a proposal to build a partnership …
(2024-08-15). Egypt: Human rights organisations condemn the targeting of ElMaraya for culture and arts and call for the protection of cultural institutions. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is co-signing a call to the Egyptian authorities to end their harassement and repression of independent cultural organisations in Egypt. The political regime's continued use of security services, police crackdowns, arrests and prison sentencing to intimidate artists and cultural workers must stop.
13 August 2024. The signatories of this statement condemn the Egyptian security forces' raid on the headquarters of ElMaraya for Culture and (…) | – | /…
(2024-08-15). WHO declares mpox global public health emergency, reports over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths. independent.co.ug 
GENEVA | Xinhua | The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Wednesday mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), sounding the alarm over its potential for further international transmission. "Today, the emergency committee met and advised me that, in its view, the situation constitutes a public health emergency of international concern. I have accepted …
(2024-08-15). Greece: Continued judicial harassment of migrants' rights defender Panayote Dimitras. fidh.org The recent summons by the Athens Magistrate marks a new development in Mr Dimitras' long history of judicial harassment, this time also prospecting the criminal prosecution of his wife, constituting a major violation of their right to defend human rights as well as of the recently adopted European Union (EU) anti-SLAPP Directive. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT) urges the Greek authorities to put an immediate end to this practice of harassment and to (…) | – |
(2024-08-15). Congress Criticizes Omission of Nehru from President's Address. devdiscourse.com The Congress on Thursday strongly objected to Jawaharlal Nehru's omission from the list of iconic independence movement personalities in President Droupadi Murmu's address. They accused the government of attempting to erase India's first prime minister from history.
(2024-08-15). UN team to probe Bangladesh unrest student deaths. tribune.com.pk 
A UN fact-finding team will visit Bangladesh next week to set up a probe of hundreds of deaths during recent student-led protests which led the prime minister to step down, UN officials announced on Thursday. | An independent inquiry commission will be funded and led by the UN, said Gwyn Lewis, the UN resident coordinator in Bangladesh, after a meeting in the capital Dhaka with Touhid Hossai, foreign policy advisor in the country's transitional government. | The time frame and an action plan will be finalized soon, Lewis added. | Earlier on Wednesday, the UN human rights chief, Volker Turk, made a phone call t…
(2024-08-15). Zombie 'Russiagate' Conspiracy Persists as US Stokes Fear, Hatred of Moscow. sputnikglobe.com The narrative has proven to be a useful tool as the United States supports economic, diplomatic, and military aggression against Russia.
(2024-08-15). James Charles trends on Twitter/X after explicit video surfaces. tribune.com.pk 
James Charles, the renowned makeup artist and YouTube personality, is trending on Twitter following the circulation of an explicit video that allegedly features him. The video, which claims to be a sex tape, has quickly spread across various social media platforms, drawing significant attention and igniting online controversy. | The video's sudden appearance has led to a flood of comments on Charles' recent Instagram posts, with many users speculating about the video's authenticity and expressing their shock. As of now, Charles has not publicly addressed the situation. | James Charles, born on May 23, 1999, in…
(2024-08-15). Iran Defense Minister Nominee Outlines Strategic Military Development Plans. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, nominated by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to head the Ministry of Defense, submitted comprehensive proposals to parliament aimed at further advancing the country's defense capabilities.
(2024-08-15). AUKUS revamped to completely militarise Australia. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Junk Temperature Measuring Network Means the Met Office Cannot Prove There's Been a "Dramatic Increase" in Temperature. wattsupwiththat.com it is difficult to see how the Met Office can publish such a statement and keep a straight face.
(2024-08-15). New beginning for PSG but same old Mbappe questions for Luis Enrique. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Grey Anderson: Imperium Uncloaked. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Tom Stevenson, Someone Else's Empire. Lucid anatomization of the American imperium, with a devastating assessment of the UK's equerry role.
(2024-08-15). Harris to prioritize grocery costs, child tax credit in economic agenda. tribune.com.pk 
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris's economic agenda will focus on lowering the cost of groceries, housing and healthcare, bolstering the child tax credit and drawing a contrast with Republican Donald Trump on tariffs and taxes, aides and advisers said. | Harris, the US vice president, plans to lay out some details of her economic plan in a speech in North Carolina on Friday that will touch on lowering costs and "price gouging," a sign of how important consumer prices are to voters in the Nov. 5 election. | Inflation fell to below 3% for the first time in nearly 3 1/2 years in July, the Labor Depa…
(2024-08-15). Pakistan: Belgian Woman Found 'Tied, Raped' On Street On Independence Day After 5-Day Ordeal. hindustantimes.com
(2024-08-15). Sofía Vergara reveals her brother was killed by a cartel and reflects on her role as Griselda Blanco. tribune.com.pk 
Sofía Vergara, known for her comedic role as Gloria Pritchett in "Modern Family," has opened up about her challenging journey to portraying the infamous Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco in Netflix's "Griselda." Vergara, who also serves as an executive producer for the series, revealed that her passion for the project was deeply personal, stemming from the murder of her brother, Rafael, by a Colombian cartel in 1996. | Reflecting on her brother's death, Vergara stated, "It destroyed my family. It destroyed my mom. It changed our lives completely." Despite the tragedy, she was drawn to the story of Bla…
(2024-08-15). EULOGY: Tamale Mirundi was a patriot. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | URN | The country is reeling with the death of renowned media practitioner and former presidential press secretary, Joseph Tamale Mirundi who passed on yesterday (August 14) at Kisubi Hospital. Mirundi, aged 60 , has currently been holding the portfolio of Senior Presidential Advisor on Media and pubic relations. Son to Molly Namatovu and …
(2024-08-15). China's Housing Market Faces Steep Decline Amid Lingering Economic Concerns. devdiscourse.com China's new home prices fell at their fastest pace in nine years in July, as a slew of support policies failed to stabilize prices and restore confidence in the struggling property sector. This prolonged housing market slump is weighing heavily on the world's second-largest economy and its consumers, raising questions over Beijing's 5% GDP target for 2024.
(2024-08-15). Dr Disrespect teases return, deletes tweet about texting minor. tribune.com.pk 
Dr Disrespect has announced that he will "be back soon" after deleting a tweet where he admitted to messaging a minor on Twitch. | This admission has caused significant backlash, leading several companies, including Midnight Society, to sever ties with him. | The controversy began when Dr Disrespect, whose real name is Herschel "Guy" Beahm IV, confirmed that he was banned from Twitch in 2020 due to these allegations, which were brought to light by two former Twitch employees. | In response to the backlash, Dr Disrespect has remained active on social media, sharing cryptic messages and images that hint at his r…
(2024-08-15). EULOGY: 10 lessons from Joseph Tamale Mirundi. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | LEONARD RONALD EGESA | From his own enigmatic life to his diatribes on radio against a selected personality, cause or belief unto his political choices, these are my top 10 lessons from the life of the fallen media icon Joseph Tamale Mirundi Sr. 1. Political power is all about influence and advantage Joseph …
(2024-08-15). Voice referendum provides lesson for promoting equity. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-08-15). Owen Hatherley: Labourism: In and Against? newleftreview.org Owen Hatherley on Andy Beckett, The Searchers. Interlinked portraits of the Labour Party's Bennite bloc, from 1968 to the Corbyn leadership.
(2024-08-15). Rank and File Action stands strong team for NTEU at Sydney Uni. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Kyambogo lecturer used drug to defile visually impaired girl. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Dismissed Kyambogo University Lecturer Dr. Eron Lawrence administered date-rape drugs before defiling a visually impaired underage girl prosecutors told the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court. Dr Eron was appearing before the court where he is being tried on charges of aggravated defilement The Prosecution led by State Attorney Eunice Mbaine tendered …
(2024-08-15). World's heaviest man sheds 542 kg in remarkable transformation. tribune.com.pk 
Khalid bin Mohsen Shaari, once recognised as the world's heaviest man, has achieved a remarkable transformation, shedding 542 kilograms with the support of Saudi Arabia's former King Abdullah. | In 2013, Shaari, who had been bedridden for over three years and weighed 610 kilograms, drew the attention of King Abdullah, who arranged for him to receive extensive medical care at no cost. | As the second heaviest person ever recorded, Shaari was in a critical state, relying entirely on friends and family for assistance. | Moved by Shaari's plight, King Abdullah coordinated a plan that involved a team of 30 medical…
(2024-08-15). FO ∞ Talks Can Europe Vote Itself Out of Its Crisis? fairobserver.com In this edition of FO ∞ Talks, Peter Isackson, Fair Observer Chief Strategy Officer, discusses the 2024 European Union Parliament elections with Fair Observer Editor at Large Alex Gloy and Institute of the Danube and Central Europe Director Sebastian Schaffer. Politics in France have been coming to a boil. The past elections symbolize the lessons people…
(2024-08-15). Support grows for voluntary assisted dying in the NT. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). 'Remember our names': Fearing oblivion, young Gazans recorded last wills before dying. haaretz.com A soccer player who never left his home, an economist who wants to raise political awareness and a filmmaker who continues to provide content even after death. They are among the 40,000 killed in Gaza since the start of the war. More than death, many feared becoming 'just a number' — and took steps to ensure they would not be forgotten…
(2024-08-15). IRGC Commander Honors Martyrdom of Military Adviser in Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps issued a message of condolence following the martyrdom of Colonel Ahmadreza Afshari, an IRGC aerospace officer who was killed due to injuries sustained during an airstrike in Syria.
(2024-08-15). The Heat: China-Brazil Ties. america.cgtn.com 
Fifty years after establishing diplomatic relations, China is now Brazil's top trading partner. In 2023, bilateral trade between the two countries exceeded $157 billion U.S. dollars. There are currently more than 300 Chinese companies operating in Brazil spanning electricity, infrastructure and electric vehicles. | Joining the discussion: | Jiang Shixue is a Professor and Director of the Center for Latin American Studies at Shanghai University. |
(2024-08-15). Philippine court overturns Rappler shutdown order. rappler.com
(2024-08-15). Turkey, Iraq strengthen security ties with new military pact. tribune.com.pk Turkey and Iraq have signed a memorandum of understanding on military, security and counter-terrorism cooperation, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Thursday, after two days of high-level security talks in Ankara. | The neighbouring countries have in recent years been at loggerheads over Ankara's cross-border military operations against the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) militants based in northern Iraq's mountainous region. | Iraq has said the operations violate its sovereignty, but Ankara says they are needed to protect itself. | Ties have improved since last year, when they agreed to hold…
(2024-08-15). Refugees march on Labor HQ, demand permanent visas. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Philly area health officials are seeing cases of dengue fever among travelers as outbreaks grow abroad. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Parts of the world are experiencing particularly severe outbreaks of dengue fever this year, and it's causing a rising number of infections The mosquito-borne disease is not endemic to the U.S., but there have been
(2024-08-15). Disability activists say new NDIS support guidelines unfit for purpose. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Michael Rubin admits he banned Kendrick Lamar's diss track at 4th of July party for Drake. tribune.com.pk 1720418830-0/Untitled-design-(54)1720418830-0.jpg)
Michael Rubin, the founder of Fanatics, has revealed that he personally requested Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us" not be played during his star-studded Fourth of July party out of respect for his close friend, Drake. | The revelation came during Rubin's recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, where he opened up about his decision to keep the party's playlist free from any music that could stir up tensions. | Rubin explained that with Drake in attendance, he felt it was important to avoid playing any tracks that could potentially make the rapper uncomfortable. | "I just didn't think it was appropriat…
(2024-08-15). Do women need more sleep than men? independent.co.ug 
Age and hormones contribute to a greater need for sleep among women ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | Women and men love to debate the differences between the sexes. But here's the reality: Science confirms that women not only need more quality sleep than their male counterparts, but they also have a more challenging time getting it. Societal …
(2024-08-15). John Oates returns to his roots for Philadelphia Folk Festival 2024. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Singer-songwriter John Oates is reconnecting with his roots in the Philly region this week. | Oates, who grew up in North Wales, Pennsylvania, will perform at Cape May's Convention Hall on Thursday and headline the Philadelphia Folk Festival in Upper Salford, Montgomery County, this weekend. | Oates met Daryl Hall at Temple University. The duo formed the band Daryl Hall and John Oates in the 1970s and enjoyed international fame over the course of five decades. Among their en…
(2024-08-15). India: Marxist Coordination Committee merges with CPI(ML) Liberation. links.org.au 
CPI(ML) Liberation — The unification of Jharkhand's two leading Left forces, CPI(ML) Liberation and Marxist Coordination Committee, was announced on 10 August.
(2024-08-15). SC Villa secures Namboole to host continetnal match against Ethiopia's CBE. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPEDENT | Uganda Premier League reigning champions SC Villa has secured Mandela National Stadium, Namboole to host their 1st preliminary round of the TotalEnegries CAF Champions League. SC Villa reached an agreement with the UPDF Engineering Brigade, the contractors responsible for Mandela National Stadium (Namboole), to host the match against Commercial Bank …
(2024-08-15). Injured Johnson replaced by Abbott in Australia squad for England tour. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Mainland China Stocks Surge Amid Hopes for Stimulus and U.S. Rate Cuts. devdiscourse.com Mainland China stocks experienced an uptick on Thursday, driven by anticipations of increased stimulus after a series of disappointing economic metrics. Hong Kong markets mirrored regional gains bolstered by U.S. inflation data, suggesting potential Federal Reserve rate cuts in September.
(2024-08-15). Disinformation About US Elections Targets Communities of Color. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The Phoenix, Arizona studio of La Campesina, a Spanish-language radio network that seeks to provide Latinx voters the facts about voting and how elections are run, March 20, 2024. | © 2024 Serkan Gurbuz/AP Photo…
(2024-08-15). P!nk, Philadelphia Folk Festival, Boyz II Men and more in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
(2024-08-15). Tony Wood: Mexico in Flux. newleftreview.org Against the rightward trend of the Old World, countries in Latin America continue to favour governments of the left. The resounding mandate for Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico's presidential election confirms Morena's hegemony within the new party system. Where exactly on the political map should its project be placed?
(2024-08-15). Federal ban on noncompete agreements comes under legal attack. whyy.org The federal government wants to make it easier for employees to quit a job and work for a competitor. But some companies say a new rule created by the Federal Trade Commission will make it hard to protect trade secrets and investments they make in their employees. | At least three companies have sued the FTC after it voted to ban noncompete agreements, which prevent employees from working for competitors for a period of time after leaving a job. Their cases are now pending in Florida, Pennsylvania and Texas and the issue could end up in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. | Here's what you should know about noncompe…
(2024-08-15). Rebecca Lossin: The Multiple Gaze. newleftreview.org Resisting the erasure of working-class life in the American rust belt, the critical photography of LaToya Ruby Frazier combines intimate portraiture with representations of capital's flight. Rebecca Lossin reflects on MoMA's recent retrospective of her work—and on the cultural politics of documentary image-making in an age saturated with the visual.
(2024-08-15). Pakistani community in Paris buoyed by Arshad Nadeem's feat on Independence Day. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistani community in Paris celebrated the Independence Day on August 14, marking it as special due to Arshad Nadeem's incredible feat here on August 8 where he broke the Olympic record with a massive 92.97m in the javelin throw event. | One of the older members of the Pakistani community, Raja Karamat Ali was present at the Pakistan embassy in Paris with his grandsons and distributed badges made especially for 14th August with the athlete's pictures in action. | "I want to congratulate everyone on Independence Day, and want to say that this day has been made special this time by Arshad Nadeem. He is a gi…
(2024-08-15). Brad Pitt sees his acting career in its "last leg" – but it's not what you think. tribune.com.pk 
Brad Pitt sees his acting career entering a new chapter, describing it as the "last leg," but clarifies that he's not retiring. | In a recent interview for GQ Magazine alongside George Clooney, Pitt explained that he views his career as having distinct seasons. He described the initial excitement of starting out, followed by the challenges and rewards of achieving success, and now, a period of reflection and contemplation about the final years of his career. | At 60, Pitt acknowledges the physical limitations of aging but draws inspiration from 95-year-old architect Frank Gehry, who remains active and creative…
(2024-08-15). Drake posts Top Gun references on Instagram, fans speculate on Iceman-inspired new album. tribune.com.pk 
Drake has been dropping a series of enigmatic hints that have fans buzzing with speculation about his next big project. | The rapper recently released three new songs as part of his "100 Gigs" drop, but it's clear that these tracks are just the beginning. | Fans believe that Drake is gearing up for a major album release, and they've zeroed in on one key detail: his apparent obsession with the character Iceman from the classic film Top Gun. | Over the past few weeks, Drake has been posting a series of cryptic images on his burner account, including several photos of Finnish Formula One driver Kimi Räikk&ou…
(2024-08-15). Hutchison's Three UK says operating loss shows need for Vodafone merger. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Visit of Manchester City may provide early clues to Chelsea puzzle. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Ministry admits TVET curriculum doesn't cater for special needs students. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education and Sports has admitted that the existing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) curriculum doesn't cater for students with special educational needs (SNE). This revelation comes in response to increasing concerns from educators, parents, and advocacy groups about the lack of inclusivity and relevance in …
(2024-08-15). On Thin Ice: Another Fire Aboard A Coast Guard Icebreaker Underscores Glaring Capability Gap. twz.com 
A fire that recently broke out onboard the medium icebreaker USCGC Healy has forced the vessel to abandon its annual summer Arctic patrol. The incident highlights the inadequacy of the Coast Guard's current icebreaker fleet, which Healy represents half of and the other ship is in dry dock getting a much-needed overhaul in an attempt to extend its service life even further. | Healy
(2024-08-15). Kamala Resorts To 'Headline Management' To Beat Trump; Pro-Harris Articles Pop-up In Google Results. hindustantimes.com
(2024-08-15). Kolkata Horror: Victim's Last Diary Entry Reveals Heartbreaking Details | Rape-Murder | CBI | Police. hindustantimes.com Father of Kolkata doctor, who was raped and murdered on August 9, has revealed what his daughter wrote in her last diary entry. The father, in an interview to India Today, revealed that his daughter wanted to become gold medalist in her MD course. "But everything is shattered now," the grieving father said. Watch this video for more information.
(2024-08-15). Rob Schneider pleads for forgiveness from daughter Elle King after anti-drag and homophobic comments. tribune.com.pk 
Rob Schneider is seeking forgiveness from his daughter, singer Elle King, after she criticized him during an appearance on Bunnie XO's "Dumb Blonde" podcast, where she harshly condemned his recent anti-drag and anti-LGBTQ remarks. | King openly discussed their strained relationship, stating that she currently has no interest in speaking to him. | In a new interview with Tucker Carlson, Schneider responded to King's comments, saying, "It's fun being a parent, isn't it?" He expressed his love for his daughter and acknowledged that he failed to be the father she needed when he was younger. | "Well I just want to…
(2024-08-15). PM Modi Advocates for Secular Civil Code in Independence Day Address. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday advocated for the implementation of a secular civil code, describing it as a necessity for modern India. Speaking from the Red Fort on Independence Day, Modi asserted that the existing set of laws function as a 'communal civil code' and are discriminatory.
(2024-08-15). Concerns grow over Labor's anti-union, anti-CFMEU bill. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Globe-Trotting Climate Activist Fined 100,000 Euros After Blocking Frankfurt Airport. wattsupwiththat.com If NGOs or collection campaigns don't help out, the climate-blocking criminal could end up in prison as a substitute. How many years would that amount to?>
(2024-08-15). Global cancer deaths among men expected to surge up to 93% by 2050, study reveals. tribune.com.pk 
A recent study published in the American Cancer Society's peer-reviewed journal, Cancer, projects a significant increase in cancer cases and deaths among men worldwide by 2050. | According to the research, cancer deaths among men are predicted to rise by 93%, with cancer cases expected to increase by 84% between 2022 and 2050. | The study highlights that these alarming increases will be more pronounced among men aged 65 and older, particularly in countries and territories with low to medium human development indices. | The Global Cancer Observatory data was used to analyze over 30 types of cancer across 185 co…
(2024-08-15). 'They Need a Scapegoat': US Favored Japanese Leader to Step Down. sputnikglobe.com At the end of 2023, Kishida had announced that he was stepping down as the leader of the Kochikai faction of the ruling LDP following a years-long ticket sales scandal. Five LDP factions were accused of allegedly underreporting income in political funds reports.
(2024-08-15). Radhika Desai: Peak Hindutva? newleftreview.org As Modi's BJP loses its overall majority, Radhika Desai examines the part played by India's capitalist conglomerates in his rise—and the contradictions on which their strategy has foundered. The economic crisis of the parched countryside as brake on Hindutva's forward march.
(2024-08-15). Matthew Perry's assistant among five arrested in connection with ketamine overdose death. tribune.com.pk 
In a significant development, federal authorities have charged five individuals linked to the death of actor Matthew Perry, who succumbed to a ketamine overdose last year. | Among those charged are Perry's personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, and two doctors accused of supplying the actor with large quantities of the drug. US Attorney Martin Estrada revealed the charges on Thursday, detailing how the doctors allegedly exploited Perry's addiction. | Estrada disclosed that the doctors had provided Perry with substantial amounts of ketamine and expressed in a text message their curiosity about the extent of Perry…
(2024-08-15). Growing Iran-India Ties to Benefit Region: FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's caretaker foreign minister said the growing ties between Tehran and New Delhi will benefit the region and improve regional peace and stability.
(2024-08-15). Green Left News Podcast Ep 48: Closing the Gap, far-right riots in Britain & US elections. greenleft.org.au 
Isaac Nellist and Riley Breen are joined by Socialist Alliance national co-convenor Jacob Andrewartha to discuss the latest Closing the Gap report, far-right riots in Britain and the political situation in the United States heading towards the November election.
(2024-08-15). Iran Commemorates Anniversary of Iran-Iraq War Prisoners' Release. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces commemorated the release anniversary of the prisoners of war from Iraq, emphasizing that the country's independence and dignity stem from the nation's enduring fight for freedom.
(2024-08-15). SATIRE: Coworker Asks If Woman Interested In Reliving Childhood Trauma On Work Volleyball Team. theonion.com 
IOWA CITY, IA—Framing the offer as an enriching opportunity for exercise and a fun change of pace, area marketing manager Kyle Sanchez asked Thursday if his coworker Brittany Price might be interested in reliving her childhood trauma on their work volleyball team. "Hey, we're looking for a few more people for the…
(2024-08-15). Chester Pike facelift: Delco officials propose upgrades for a thoroughfare more friendly to pedestrians and bicyclists. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Chester Pike in Delaware County could soon have narrower car lanes, bike paths and wider sidewalks. | The proposed improvements are part of a recommendation by Conshohocken-based Colliers Engineering to alleviate traffic woes and support more pedestrian- and bike-friendly towns. | About five years ago, community leaders from Sharon Hill, Glenolden, Norwood, Prospect Park and Ridley Park converged to c…
(2024-08-15). Atlanta Fed President Bostic Signals Possible September Rate Cut. devdiscourse.com Raphael Bostic, President of the Atlanta Federal Reserve, has shown openness to an interest rate cut in September, as mentioned in an interview with the Financial Times on Thursday. He emphasized the urgency for the U.S. central bank to act swiftly in easing monetary policy.
(2024-08-15). FAQ: What you need to know about the ban on bicycles, kick-scooters on pedestrian-only paths. channelnewsasia.com Why is LTA converting footpaths to pedestrian-only paths where bicycles and non-motorised personal mobility devices will be banned? What are the penalties?
(2024-08-15). Kwoyelo's victims welcome conviction. independent.co.ug 
GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Victims of atrocities committed by former Lord's Resistance Army rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo have welcomed his conviction by the International Crimes Division of the High Court (ICD) calling it a major milestone for justice. Kwoyelo was convicted on Tuesday by the court of 44 out of 78 charges of war …
(2024-08-15). Dollar rises after retail sales and jobs data. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Yemen Urges UN To Move Operations to Aden After Houthi Seizure of UN Office. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-15). US gave Tehran list of Mossad agents linked to Haniyeh's killing: report. tribune.com.pk 1723024092-0/BeFunky-collage]___-(8)1723024092-0.jpg)
(2024-08-15). Concerns grow over Newcastle and Port Stephens Councils links to weapons' companies. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-08-15). Roper to buy Transact Campus for $1.5 billion to grow education business. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). FBI Fielding Drones That Fire Off Deafening Bangs. twz.com 
(2024-08-15). PM Modi Highlights Rising Public Concerns Over Natural Disasters During Independence Day Speech. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address on Thursday, highlighted the growing public concern over natural disasters in recent years.
(2024-08-15). Laos: Government fails in follow-up review of key civil and political rights. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the Lao Movement for Human Rights (LMHR) welcome the assessment by the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Committee (CCPR), which gave the Lao government low grades concerning the implementation of the committee's recommendations on enforced disappearances and participation in public affairs and the right to vote.
Paris, 15 August 2024. On 6 August 2024, the CCPR released its report on the follow-up to the Concluding Observations it (…) | – |
(2024-08-15). Philadelphia Folk Festival returns this weekend at Old Pool Farm. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? In its 61st year, the The
(2024-08-15). KITEEZI TRAGEDY: Methane explosion might have started garbage landslide. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An explosion of dangerous methane gas could have triggered the Kiteezi landfill disaster. Some of the survivors of the incident reportedly heard some explosions from the direction of the buried houses before the collapse of the landfills. On Tuesday, Kyadondo East MP, Haroon Muwada Nkunyingi in Parliament, advanced the possibility …
(2024-08-15). AUKUS, ready, war. strategic-culture.su
(2024-08-15). The Tokyo Tribunal: Precedent for Victor's Justice II. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2024-08-15). MTN Uganda's unveils second phase of MTN Changemakers. independent.co.ug 
The company plans to invest Shs 500 million in 25 projects countrywide Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda, through the MTN Foundation has launched the second phase of the MTN Changemakers Initiative, a transformative program designed to drive positive social change across Uganda. This new phase will see an investment ofShs 500 million, dedicated …
(2024-08-15). UNEB criticizes govt over inadequate education funding. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) have criticized the government for its inadequate funding of crucial educational research, which is essential for assessing student progress and improving educational outcomes. Led by Dr Tonny Muzaale, Director of Research & Development, the officers at the examinations body highlighted that, for years, the government has …
(2024-08-15). Thailand's governing alliance to nominate Paetongtarn Shinawatra for PM. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). Leader Underlines Confronting Enemy's Psychological Warfare. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei referred to the enemy's psychological warfare against Iran and stressed the need to counter it.
(2024-08-15). Mauricio Pochettino set to take over as USMNT coach. tribune.com.pk 
Former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to take over as coach of the United States men's team, according to an ESPN report on Thursday. | The report said the Argentine, who has been out of work since parting ways with Chelsea in May after one season with the Premier League side, would lead the team into the 2026 World Cup being co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. | According to ESPN, which cited a source, the 52-year-old Pochettino is expected to be in place as coach of the US team in time for their Sept. 7 game against Canada in Kansas City, Kansas. | The US men's team have been w…
(2024-08-15). Iran Exports $13 Million of Handwoven Carpet in 4 Months: Official. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The head of the Iran National Carpet and Creative Industries Center said the country exported $13 million of handwoven carpets in the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21, 2024).
(2024-08-15). VP nominee Walz accepts CBS debate with Republican's Vance in Oct. tribune.com.pk 
US Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz said on Wednesday he has agreed to debate his Republican rival JD Vance on Oct. 1, which is one of the dates for a debate proposed by CBS News. | The network said it has provided the campaigns four dates for the debate: Sept. 17, Sept. 24, Oct. 1 and Oct. 8. | Asked about a possible debate, Vance told Fox News: "I strongly suspect we're going to be there on October the 1st." Vance also said he wanted to debate Walz more than once. | Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, and Republican nominee Donald Trump are scheduled to debate on A…
(2024-08-15). FINCA unveils Janet Mudoola as brand Ambassador to drive sustainable growth. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | FINCA Uganda, a microfinance pioneer in Uganda has unveiled Janet Mudoola as its brand ambassador in a bid to further spread its financial and non-financial services to its clients. Mudoola was among the first customers served in the eastern district of Iganga by FINCA Uganda in 1992. She has signed …
(2024-08-15). Rallying-World rally championship promoter explores $550 million sale, sources say. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-08-15). National Redress Scheme a cruel failure for abuse survivors. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-08-15). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En varios países continúan realizándose actividades para expresar apoyo al pueblo palestino y condenar el genocidio que comete Israel.
(2024-08-15). Apoyo de la FAO a uso sostenible de los recursos marinos de Cuba. radiohc.cu Cuba y la Organización de Naciones Unidas para la Alimentación y la Agricultura mantienen fluidas relaciones de cooperación. La FAO ha apoyado durante todos estos años diversos proyectos en la nación caribeña, mientras que técnicos cubanos han contribuido a la ejecución en otros países de iniciativas de esa agencia de la ONU.
(2024-08-15). Se alistan actividades por asunción de mandatario dominicano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) Hoy se espera la llegada a la República Dominicana de la mayoría de las delegaciones oficiales que asistirán mañana al acto de juramentación del reelecto presidente Luis Abinader.
(2024-08-15). Asamblea Nacional de Venezuela continúa programa legislativo contra el fascismo (+Foto). radiohc.cu El Parlamento venezolano prosigue los debates para aprobar un Cuerpo legislativo que defienda al país de los daños del fascismo y el ciberfascismo.
(2024-08-15). Vice primer ministro cubano cumple agenda de trabajo en Dominicana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) El vice primer ministro de la República de Cuba, Jorge Luis Tapia Fonseca, cumple con una amplia agenda de trabajo en República Dominicana, encabezando la delegación cubana que asistirá a la juramentación del reelecto Presidente de ese país, Luis Abinader, el próximo viernes.
(2024-08-15). Sistema de Naciones Unidas Cuba por elevar conciencia medioambiental. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) El Sistema de Naciones Unidas en Cuba apuesta por generar mayor conciencia ambiental y del impacto del cambio climático con acciones que involucren a jóvenes en comunidades costeras, ó una fuente autorizada.
(2024-08-15). Eleva a 22 el número de muertos por inundaciones en Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Las graves inundaciones han afectado casas que han sido arrasadas por las aguas del temporal, así como carreteras anegadas y árboles arrancados de raíz.
(2024-08-15). Comunidad internacional saluda victoria de Sheinbaum en México. telesurtv.net Xiomara Castro dijo que acordó con Sheinbaum "trabajar juntas por la unidad de Latinoamérica y el Caribe".
(2024-08-15). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-08-15). Ataque ucraniano deja tres heridos en Bélgorod, Rusia. telesurtv.net Hace solo dos días esta región rusa registró otro ataque que cobró la vida del subjefe del municipio de Korochanski.
(2024-08-15). Trabajadores de telecomunicaciones rechazan ley de medios en Uruguay. telesurtv.net Los Diputados acordaron que el documento será nuevamente analizado después del 30 de junio.
(2024-08-15). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-08-15). Venezuela denuncia campaña mediática internacional para desconocer procesos electorales. telesurtv.net Jorge Rodríguez advirtió a la ultraderecha que no se permitirá la vulneración de la paz venezolana.
(2024-08-15). Encuesta: 88,2 % de peruanos desaprueban desempeño de Dina Boluarte. telesurtv.net El informe refleja que un 81,2 por ciento considera que Boluarte debería dejar "cuanto antes" su cargo.
(2024-08-15). Líder mapuche Héctor Llaitul inicia huelga de hambre en prisión. telesurtv.net A través de un comunicado, Llaitul exigió la nulidad del juicio y que los recursos presentados hace unas semanas sean revisados por la Corte Suprema.
(2024-08-15). Gobierno colombiano y la Segunda Marquetalia inician diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net Las partes firmantes, representadas por el consejero comisionado de paz de Colombia, Otty Patiño, e Iván Márquez, exnegociador de los diálogos que condujeron al acuerdo de paz de 2016 de las disidencias de las FARC.
(2024-08-15). EE.UU. anuncia que limita las solicitudes de asilo en la frontera. telesurtv.net Su entrada en vigor se producirá cuando el número de cruces en la frontera supere los 2.500 diarios durante una semana.
(2024-08-15). Unesco advierte sobre deterioro acelerado de los océanos desde 2003. telesurtv.net La directora del ente, Audrey Azoulay, manifestó que factores como "temperatura, acidificación, nivel del mar: están sonando todas las alarmas".
(2024-08-15). Docentes universitarios realizan paro nacional en Argentina. telesurtv.net Si no encuentran una respuesta satisfactoria, los manifestantes han declarado que existen posibilidades de que la semana próxima vayan nuevamente al paro.
(2024-08-15). Ray Cruz y su magistral Fátima regresan a la escena en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) El talentoso actor Ray Cruz exhibirá este sábado en la Sala Covarrubias del Teatro Nacional de Cuba su unipersonal Fátima y el Parque de La Fraternidad, muy aclamado por la crítica y la audiencia.
(2024-08-15). Presidente Maduro conversa con mandataria electa de México. telesurtv.net Ambas autoridades ratificaron los lazos de hermandad entre México y Venezuela, así como su disposición en fortalecer la Celac.
(2024-08-15). Narendra Modi celebra su victoria en las elecciones generales. telesurtv.net Narendra Modi necesitará el apoyo de otros partidos para gobernar, algo inédito en sus anteriores mandatos.
(2024-08-15). Militares franceses en Ucrania serán blanco legítimo para tropas rusas. telesurtv.net Canciller Lavrov se reúne con su homólogo congoleño en Oyo, tras comenzar este lunes una gira por África para reforzar los vínculos de Rusia en el continente.
(2024-08-15). Organizará India tercera Cumbre de la Voz del Sur Global. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) India efectuará la tercera Cumbre de la Voz del Sur Global el sábado venidero con el objetivo de compartir en una plataforma común perspectivas y prioridades sobre una amplia gama de temas.
(2024-08-15). Realizarán en Argentina la Ronda de las Ollas Vacías. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) Integrantes de organizaciones sociales argentinas participarán hoy en una nueva Ronda de las Ollas Vacías para denunciar la crisis alimentaria y la grave situación de los sectores más vulnerables.
(2024-08-15). Venezuela y China muestran sintonía en agenda bilateral. telesurtv.net La visita es una invitación del ministro chino de Relaciones Exteriores, Wang Yi, miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de China.
(2024-08-15). Inundación de una mina de carbón en China deja tres muertos. telesurtv.net La tragedia tuvo lugar el pasado sábado alrededor de las 17H00, cuando diez trabajadores se encontraban en la zona afectada. Dos lograron escapar por sus propios medios, dejando a ocho atrapados.
(2024-08-15). Autoridades dominicanas colocan a 25 provincias en alerta verde. telesurtv.net El COE aumenta 14 provincias y al Distrito Nacional en alerta amarilla debido a una masa de aire húmeda dejada por una onda tropical en el país caribeño.
(2024-08-15). Donan marcapasos a cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) La Organización No Gubernamental MediCuba Europa y el grupo Global Health Parners, de Estados Unidos, donaron 10 marcapasos al Cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba, fruto de la campaña "Con la mano al Corazón".
(2024-08-15). Cuba acogerá nuevo curso internacional sobre dengue y otros arbovirus. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) Científicos de varias latitudes participarán en el 18 Curso Internacional de dengue y otros arbovirus emergentes, del 19 al 30 de agosto en el Instituto Pedro Kourí, líder en los estudios de enfermedades tropicales, anunció hoy la entidad.
(2024-08-15). Chequean en Guantánamo aseguramientos del nuevo curso escolar. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) La ministra de Educación de Cuba, Naima Trujillo, evaluó en Guantánamo la preparación de profesionales del sector y la logística material para el inicio en septiembre próximo del curso escolar 2024-2025.
(2024-08-15). Lula enaltece 50 años de relaciones entre Brasil y China. radiohc.cu Brasilia, 15 ago (RHC) El presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva elogia hoy los 50 años de relaciones diplomáticas entre Brasil y China, y destaca el orgullo de haber contribuido a la profundización de esta cooperación tan prolífica.
(2024-08-15). VII Campeonato Latinoamericano de Paracaidismo en Varadero. radiohc.cu Matanzas, 15 ago (RHC) El Centro Internacional de Paracaidismo de Varadero, en la cubana provincia de Matanzas, acogerá del 20 al 25 de agosto, El VII Campeonato Latinoamericano y III de la Amistad de paracaidismo de precisión con la presencia de 27 atletas extranjeros y 20 cubanos.
(2024-08-15). Campaña solidaria dona marcapasos a cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba. radiohc.cu Santiago de Cuba, 14 ago (RHC) La Organización No Gubernamental MediCuba Europa y el grupo Global Health Parners, de Estados Unidos, donaron hoy 10 marcapasos al Cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba, fruto de la campaña "Con la mano al Corazón".
(2024-08-15). Proyecto Palomas representará a Cuba en Premio Iberoamericano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) Cuba estará representada a través del Proyecto Palomas en la premiación de la V edición del Premio Iberoamericano de Educación en Derechos Humanos àìscar Arnulfo Romero, a celebrarse en la ciudad brasileña de Río de Janeiro los días 4 y 5 de septiembre del presente año.
(2024-08-15). Venezuela rechaza declaraciones del Alto Comisionado de la ONU para los Derechos Humanos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 15 ago (RHC) El Parlamento venezolano, en reunión este martes, decidió aprobar un conjunto de leyes para cuidar y proteger a la población del odio, del terrorismo y de la difusión de ideas fascistas en las redes sociales, declaró el presidente de la Asamblea Nacional (AN), Jorge Rodríguez.
(2024-08-15). Venezuela acogerá la Serie del Caribe en el año 2026. telesurtv.net La lista de sedes por año quedaría de la siguiente forma: Mexicali 2025, Venezuela 2026, Hermosillo 2027, República Dominicana 2028 y Puerto Rico 2029.
(2024-08-15). Irán inicia etapa de calificación de candidatos a elecciones. telesurtv.net Tras el proceso de investigación, el Ministerio del Interior anunciará los candidatos finales el 11 de junio, y los calificados tendrán 15 días, del 12 al 26 de junio, para llevar a cabo sus campañas electorales.
(2024-08-15). Presidente de Siria recibe a canciller de Irán. telesurtv.net Ambos políticos debatieron sobre el estado de las relaciones bilaterales, así como el avance de la agresión de Israel en la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-08-15). ONU condena más de 500 asesinatos de palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Más de 500 palestinos han muerto desde el 7 de octubre en actos de violencia en la ocupada Cisjordania vinculados al asedio del Ejército israelí de ocupación en Gaza.
(2024-08-15). teleSUR anuncia el concurso "Sur Influyente" telesurtv.net El concurso invita a jóvenes, mayores de edad, creadores de contenidos a elaborar piezas audiovisuales de máximo 60 segundos en formato vertical (9: 16).