(2024-11-17). 'Executive can't replace Judiciary': SC calls bulldozer action unconstitutional. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Wednesday November 13, 2024 in a strongly worded verdict called 'bulldozer actions' unconstitutional explicitly saying 'an executive cannot replace judiciary'.
(2024-11-17). India successfully tests its first long-range hypersonic missile (VIDEO). rt.com 
The system places the country among select powers with advanced military technology, its defense minister has said | India successfully conducted a flight trial of its first long-range hypersonic missile off the coast of Odisha state on Saturday. Launched from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, it is capable of carrying various payloads over distances exceeding 1,500 kilometers. | According to the country's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile was monitored by multiple tracking systems deployed across different domains. Data collected from downrange ship stations confirmed precise termina…
(2024-11-17). India successfully tests first long-range hypersonic missile (VIDEO). rt.com The system places the country among select powers with advanced military technology, its defense minister has said | India successfully conducted a flight trial of its first long-range hypersonic missile off the coast of Odisha state on Saturday. Launched from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, it is capable of carrying various payloads over distances exceeding 1,500 kilometers. | According to the country's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile was monitored by multiple tracking systems deployed across different domains. Data collected from downrange ship stations confirmed precise termina…
(2024-11-17). 'Untouchables' of India: Here's why the country's most vilified caste is on the verge of a breakthrough. rt.com 
(2024-11-17). India's first railway test track for high-speed trials to be operational in 2025. tvbrics.com 
The new track will be 60 kilometres long…
(2024-11-17). India Secures Semifinals Spot with Unbeaten Streak. devdiscourse.com India's women's hockey team maintained their unbeaten streak in the Asian Champions Trophy, overpowering Japan 3-0 in their final league match on Sunday.
(2024-11-17). Another blow for India as Gill suffers thumb injury – reports. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-11-17). 110/173 Modi LS Poll speeches laced with hate: Human Rights Watch. ummid.com Human Rights Watch analyzed 173 campaign speeches made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 2024 Lok Sabha election in 2024, and found 110 of them were hate speeches.
(2024-11-17). Nigeria to honour PM Modi with GCON award; 2nd after Queen Elizabeth to receive this honour. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Nigeria will award Prime Minister Narendra Modi the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON).PM Modi is the second foreign dignitary to receive this honour. Queen Elizabeth is the only foreign dignitary to have been granted the GCON in 1969.This will be the 17th international honour given to PM Modi by a country.Prime Minister Modi landed in Nigeria on Sunday for the first leg of his three-nation tour.PM Modi was greeted warmly by Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Minister for Federal Capital Territory when he arrived in Abuja, Nigeria's capital.The Prime Minister is to hold bilateral talks in Nigeria t…
(2024-11-17). Nigeria's Prestigious Honor for PM Modi: A Historic Visit. devdiscourse.com In a significant diplomatic honor, Nigeria has conferred its second-highest national award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This makes him only the second foreign leader to receive the distinction, following Queen Elizabeth in 1969.
(2024-11-17). Muslim bride molested on Delhi-Aligarh train, Police detain groom. ummid.com A 22-year-old bride, Shaheen (name changed), was molested on Delhi-Aligarh passenger train, but local police detained husband instead of taking action against the molesters.
(2024-11-17). A day in the life of a New Delhi roadside barber. aljazeera.com They come from far and wide to provide affordable haircuts and grooming services to the city's labourers.
(2024-11-17). European Union Film Festival Concludes in Delhi with French Flair. devdiscourse.com The 29th European Union Film Festival (EUFF) has concluded in New Delhi, wrapping up an enthralling ten-day event with the French comedy-drama 'Jim's Story' directed by Jean-Marie and Arnaud Larrieu.
(2024-11-17). Kashmiri shopkeepers hauled for anti-Zionist stance in Kerala. ummid.com A purported video is doing rounds on the internet where a Kashmiri handicraft shop owner had a verbal duel with the Israeli tourist, for his pro-Palestine and anti- Zionist instance.
(2024-11-17). Hindistan yerli uzun menzilli hipersonik fàºzesini test etti. aa.com.tr Hindistan Savunma Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ±, menzili 1500 kilometreyi a≈üan yerli bir hipersonik fàºzeyi denediƒüini duyurdu.
(2024-11-17). Disparan bengalas contra la casa del primer ministro de Israel, Benjamín Netanyahu. cubadebate.cu La Policía israelí informó que dos bengalas fueron disparadas la tarde del 16 de noviembre en los alrededores de la residencia del primer ministro de Israel, Benjamín Netanyahu, ubicada en Cesarea. El incidente, calificado como "grave" por las autoridades, ocurrió alrededor de las 19: 30 horas y las bengalas cayeron en el patio de la casa.
(2024-11-17). DETOXLAHORE a revolutionary step against smog in Punjab, for Lahore's air quality. gnnhd.tv 
This initiative aims to address the persistently high smog levels in the provincial capital and transform the region's environmental outlook…
(2024-11-17). 10 babies charred to death in Jhansi hospital fire. ummid.com At least 10 new born babies have been burnt to death after fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of the Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
(2024-11-17). Israel strikes pound Lebanon, Gaza with scores killed. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Netanyahu advisors questioned by police over leak accusations. newarab.com 
The office of In the latest incident, one of Netanyahu's advisors, Jonatan Urich, was questioned by police on Friday on suspicion of involvement in the leaking of classified documents, according to Israeli media reports. | Urich is an "
(2024-11-17). Three arrested after flares near Israeli PM Netanyahu's home. newarab.com 
Three suspects were arrested, Israeli police said Sunday morning, after two flares landed near Prime Minister "Three suspects were arrested overnight for their involvement in the incident" that took place Saturday evening, the police said in a statement, adding that the suspects would be interrogated jointly with the Shin Bet internal security agency. | The statement added that a court ordered a gag on publishing any details of the investigation o…
(2024-11-17). Muslim voters for Trump upset by his pro-Israel cabinet picks. newarab.com 
US Muslim leaders who supported Republican "Trump won because of us and we're not happy with his Secretary of State pick and others," said Rabiul Chowdhury, a Philadelphia investor who cha…
(2024-11-17). Hezbollah media spokesman killed in Israel strike on Beirut. newarab.com 
A Lebanese security source said Hezbollah spokesman "The strike on Ras al-Nabaa killed Hezbollah media relations official Mohammed Afif," the security source said, requesting anonymity as they were not authorised to brief the media. | Ali Hijazi, secretary-general of the Lebanese branch of the Baa…
(2024-11-17). Israel kills 72 in strike on Gaza; attacks central Beirut. newarab.com 
Dozens were reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike on a residential building in north Gaza on Sunday morning as Israel continues to pound Gaza authorities said dozens of people had been killed in a strike on a tower block in Beit Lahia with reports of deadly strikes overnight in al-Nuseirat in central Gaza where at least 10 people were killed and more injured, and further…
(2024-11-17). Israel sends draft orders to more ultra-Orthodox. newarab.com 
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(2024-11-17). Israel troops reach deepest Lebanon point since Oct. 1 invasion. newarab.com 
Israeli ground forces have reached their deepest point in Lebanon since Israeli troops captured a hill in the southern Lebanese village of Chamaa, about 5 kilometers (3 miles)
(2024-11-17). Israeli forces blow up Shrine of Shimon in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
The area is revered among Shia and Christian populations, as Christian worshippers believe a Christian saint is buried there and Shia believers have constructed various sites to honour Imam Mahdi. | According to Arabic news site Arabi21, Lebanese sources said that Israeli forces directly targeted…
(2024-11-17). Israeli forces kill Gaza journalist in drone attack. newarab.com 
According to the sources, Israeli forces shot dead Mohammed Saleh Al-Sharif using gunfire from a quadcopter drone. | Al-Sharif was recently forced to evacuate his home…
(2024-11-17). Israeli forces tear gas Palestinian schoolgirls in Bethlehem. newarab.com 
A number of The incident took place as the schoolchildren began arriving for class at the Al-Khader Elementary School in the town of the same name, the Directorate of Education in Bethlehem confirmed, as cited by the Palestin…
(2024-11-17). Lebanon women's footballer wounded by Israeli attack on Beirut. newarab.com 
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(2024-11-17). Palestine Archbishop slams pro-Israel Huckabee as US ambassador. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Two Islamic Jihad leaders killed in Israel strike on Syria. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Israel strikes Beirut suburbs, deadly attacks on Gaza continue. newarab.com 
Israeli bombardment targeted some of Beirut's southern suburbs on Saturday, shortly after forced evacuation orders. | Lebanese media said that several buildings have been damaged, including ones in Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) said "the enemy" carried out three air raids, including one near Haret Hreik. | "The first strike near Haret Hreik de…
(2024-11-17). Israel strikes central Beirut, dozens killed in north Gaza. newarab.com Dozens were reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike on a residential building in north Gaza on Sunday morning as Israel continues to pound Gaza authorities said dozens of people had been killed in a strike on a tower block in Beit Lahia with reports of deadly strikes overnight in al-Nuseirat in central Gaza where at least 10 people were killed and more injured, and further…
(2024-11-17). Israeli settlers attack Palestinians, property in West Bank. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). US 'stopped Israeli plan' to expand Gaza war to Lebanon: Berri. newarab.com 
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(2024-11-17). After Amsterdam, Israeli hooligans bring violence to Paris. newarab.com 
Israeli football fans attacked French supporters at the Stade de France in The attack, which took place in the stands at around the tenth minute of play, occurred despite security measures being stepped up following the rampage by Israeli football fans in Amsterdam last week which triggered violence in the city. | Footage posted to social media showed France fans leaving their seats to move away from the violence. | "
(2024-11-17). Israel 'destroyed nuclear facilities' in Iran strikes: report. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). NGOs say Israel targeting Gaza police helps looters of aid. newarab.com 
A report by the 29 NGOs, including Save the Children, Oxfam and Care, said that humanitarian aid entering the Palestinian t…
(2024-11-17). Why is 15 November Palestine's Independence Day. newarab.com 
To the surprise of many, Palestine marks When thinking about Palestine, the first thought that occurs to most people is how it has remained under Israeli occupation since the In Israel proper, known as the 1948 lands, Palesti…
(2024-11-17). Video: Israel allows 1 aid shipment into N Gaza — then bombs school storing it and destroys it, kills 10. skwawkbox.org 
The Israeli occupation forces, which have been starving and bombing the people of northern Gaza for more than forty days, finally let a single shipment of aid into the besieged area. Even left to be distributed, it would have been utterly inadequate for the four hundred thousand desperate people kettled in northern Gaza and designated …
(2024-11-17). Video: Zionist tries to attack pregnant woman in cafe for showing solidarity with Palestinians. skwawkbox.org 
Pro-Israel 'victim' then demands the police A Zionist woman has harassed and tried to assault a man and his pregnant wife in a US cafe-restaurant for wearing 'hoodies' showing solidarity with the two million plus Palestinians suffering genocide, ethnic cleansing and occupation from Israel. And then when her targets didn't just stand by and let …
(2024-11-17). Tehran warns it could expand nuclear program. rt.com 
The move could come if the IAEA passes a new anti-Iran resolution, the country's foreign minister has said | Iran could expand its nuclear program if the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) passes a resolution critical of the country, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned on Saturday. In an interview broadcast on Iranian state TV, he said Tehran was willing to cooperate with the UN atomic watchdog and resolve doubts about its nuclear program, but only if the agency abstained from political pressuring. | Araghchi spoke ahead of the IAEA's 35-nation board of governors meeting scheduled for next week. Seve…
(2024-11-17). Pentagon advises US Congress to abide by key nuclear arms control treaty. rt.com 
Signed by Washington and Moscow in 2011, the New START is the last agreement of its kind and is set to expire in February 2026 | The US will observe the "central limits" imposed on its nuclear arsenal by the New START Treaty as long as Russia does so as well, a recent Pentagon report has indicated. The document also points to the need for Washington to be able to simultaneously deter several adversaries. | The US and Russia hold the largest nuclear arsenals in the world, with around 5,000 and 5,500 warheads, respectively. Signed in 2011, the New START Treaty is the last agreement of its kind still in force, an…
(2024-11-17). US to abide by key nuclear arms control treaty. rt.com Signed by Washington and Moscow in 2011, the New START is the last agreement of its kind and is set to expire in February 2026 | The US will observe the "central limits" imposed on its nuclear arsenal by the New START Treaty as long as Russia does so as well, a recent Pentagon report has indicated. The document also points to the need for Washington to be able to simultaneously deter several adversaries. | The US and Russia hold the largest nuclear arsenals in the world, with around 5,000 and 5,500 warheads, respectively. Signed in 2011, the New START Treaty is the last agreement of its kind still in force, an…
(2024-11-17). Glenn Greenwald: When Joe Rogan Exposed Bari Weiss's Baseless Smears Against Tulsi. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-17). Putin Tells German Leader That Ukraine Peace Deal Possible. scheerpost.com 
By Kyle Anzalone / Antiwar.com Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and offered to end the war in Ukraine. The Russian leader offered a deal similar to one proposed by Moscow in June. On Friday, Scholz spoke with Putin for the first time in nearly two years. According to the Kremlin, "The …
(2024-11-17). Juan Cole: Morocco to Double Green Energy in Sahara in Anticipation of 2030 World Cup. scheerpost.com 
By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The World Cup, disputed territory and green energy are three of the things that increasingly make the world go round, and they are coming together in Morocco. Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner is even in the background of it all. Morocco's Atalayer reports that Rabat will attempt …
(2024-11-17). Patrick Lawrence: Donald Trump's Middle Finger. scheerpost.com 
By Patrick Lawrence / Original to ScheerPost Donald J. Trump's second four years in the White House are shaping up to be more fun than a barrel of monkeys, as the old saying goes. I have it from several sources, who cannot be identified because of the sensitivity of the matter, as the old saying …
(2024-11-17). All eyes on G20 for breakthrough as COP29 climate talks stall. newarab.com 
Negotiations were deadlocked on Saturday at the midway point of the After nearly a week of bargaining in Diplomats worked through the night in a sports stadium near the Caspian Sea…
(2024-11-17). Cultural experts urge UN to shield war-torn Lebanon's heritage. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Hamas denies losing control of Gaza field commanders. newarab.com 
The source explained that there has been no communication with the field commanders responsible for securing the captives held in the Strip for around one month, and that the only way to ens…
(2024-11-17). IED blast kills three in Iraqi-KRG joint patrol in northern Iraq. newarab.com 
An improvised explosive device (IED) attack has killed two senior The attack, which occurred on Sunday morning, also injured three Iraqi soldiers, according to the Ministry of Peshmerga Affa…
(2024-11-17). Iran 'categorically denies' envoy meeting with Trump ally Musk. newarab.com 
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman on Saturday "categorically" denied The New York Times' report on Tehran's ambassador to the United Nations In an interview with state news agency IRNA, spokesman
(2024-11-17). ISIS kills three security personnel in Iraq blast. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Mike Tyson Palestinian flag image exposed as AI 'deepfake'. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Pope calls for investigation to determine if 'genocide' in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Riyadh Season 'Kaaba' dance performance draws outrage. newarab.com 
Footage circulating online of a The video, taken at one of the opening events of Observers compa…
(2024-11-17). RSF 'closing in' on Sudanese army in North Darfur's El Fasher. newarab.com 
The paramilitary The area is home to
(2024-11-17). Saudi executes more than 100 foreigners in 2024. newarab.com 
The latest That brought to 101 the number of foreigners executed so far in…
(2024-11-17). UK doubles humanitarian aid to war-torn Sudan. newarab.com 
The UK on Sunday announced a £113 million ($143 million) aid boost to support more than one million people affected by the The new funding will be targeted at the 600,000 people in Sudan and 700,000 people in "The…
(2024-11-17). Trump names Karoline Leavitt, 27, as White House press secretary. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). Trump pressures US Senate with controversial cabinet picks. newarab.com 
Questions – and, for some, outrage – intensified over several of Trump has vowed to dismantle the
(2024-11-17). Daughters of Malcolm X sue CIA, FBI and NYPD over assassination. newarab.com 
Three daughters of In the lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court, the daughters — along with the Malcolm X estate — claimed that the agencies were aware of and were involved in the assassination plot and failed to stop the killing. | At a morning news conference, attorney Ben Crump stood with family members as he descri…
(2024-11-17). Dutch minister calls to quit, citing racism in cabinet: reports. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). French court approves conditional release of Georges Abdallah. newarab.com 
A French court has approved the conditional release of Lebanese activist The decision on Friday marks the eleventh request for Abdallah's release, the National Counterterrorism Prosecutor's Office confirmed to Agence France-Presse. However, the prosecutor's office said it would appeal the ruling. | In a statement, the prosecution said: "The Sentence Enforcement Court, in a d…
(2024-11-17). Greta Thunberg urges release of Armenians in Azerbaijan. newarab.com 
Swedish climate activist T…
(2024-11-17). New documentary details struggles of Afghan women under Taliban. newarab.com 
A rare inside account of the tyranny of the Produced by actress Jennifer Lawrence ("Hunger Games") and Nobel Peace Prize winner
(2024-11-17). Palestinian refugees in Iraq deprived of right to 'own taxis'. newarab.com 
Palestinian refugees in The legislation, detailed in a document from Iraq's Interior Ministry, clarifies that this does not prevent them from working "freelance" as taxi drivers. | According to the document issued in October, a copy of which was obta…
(2024-11-17). Trump names his criminal defense lawyers to top justice jobs. newarab.com 
(2024-11-17). The Times reveals why UK stopped sending Storm Shadows to Kiev. rt.com 
Britain's stockpiles have been depleted below a comfortable level, according to the paper's sources | The UK has not sent any long-range Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine for several months, likely due to its low stockpiles and a desire to use them more effectively, The Times reported on Sunday, citing sources. | The Guardian reported earlier this month that Ukraine's relationship with the UK "got worse" since Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour government came to power in Britain in July. An unnamed Ukrainian official told the paper at the time that one of the most significant signs of the shift was the lack…
(2024-11-17). UK could be low on Storm Shadow missiles for Kiev — The Times. rt.com Stockpiles have been depleted beyond an acceptable level, according to the paper's sources | The UK has not sent any long-range Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine for several months, likely due to its low stockpiles and a desire to use them more effectively, The Times reported on Sunday, citing sources. | The Guardian reported earlier this month that Ukraine's relationship with Britain has worsenend since Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour government came to power in July. An unnamed Ukrainian official told the paper at the time that one of the most significant signs of the shift was the lack of any new delive…
(2024-11-17). Polish minister slams Ukraine's 'short memory'. rt.com 
Defense chief Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has said the military aid for Kiev should not jeopardize the country's own security | Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has criticized Kiev for having a "short memory," responding to Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky's claims that Warsaw is not doing enough to assist Kiev in its conflict with Russia. | Zelensky slammed the countries of NATO in October, specifically targeting Poland for not providing the promised MiG fighter jets and for refusing to intercept Russian missiles over western Ukraine. | Polish officials argued that the warplanes were required…
(2024-11-17). Polish minister slams Ukrainian's 'short memories'. rt.com Defense chief Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has warned that providing military aid to Kiev should not jeopardize the country's own security | Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has criticized officials in Kiev for having "short memories." He was responding to Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky's claims that Warsaw is not doing enough to assist Kiev in its conflict with Russia. | Zelensky slammed NATO countries in October, specifically Poland for not providing promised MiG fighter jets and for refusing to intercept Russian missiles over western Ukraine. | Polish officials argued that the warplanes we…
(2024-11-17). Trudeau backs Scholz's call to Putin over Ukraine. rt.com 
The Canadian PM says Kiev can only hope to end the conflict on its own terms if it is supported by the incoming US administration | Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has expressed support for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's decision to call Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine conflict. | The Russian and German leaders held their first conversation since December 2022 on Friday. Scholz "insisted on Russia's readiness to negotiate with Ukraine in order to achieve a fair and lasting peace." He also stressed Berlin's "unwavering determination" to support Kiev "as long as necessary," while…
(2024-11-17). Ex-FM warns about 'internal collapse' in Ukraine. rt.com 
If US President-elect Donald Trump imposes "unpalatable" peace terms on the country, it could face civil unrest, Kiev's former top diplomat has said | Ukraine could face civil unrest and even a full-blown "collapse" if US President-elect Donald Trump reverses the outgoing administration's policy of unconditional support for Kiev, former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba has warned. | The election of Trump on November 5 prompted fears in Kiev that Washington would end financial and military aid and would strong-arm the country into an unfavorable settlement with Russia. | "If the money were to dry up, a…
(2024-11-17). Ex-FM warns of potential 'internal collapse' in Ukraine. rt.com If US President-elect Donald Trump imposes "unpalatable" peace terms on the country, it could face civil unrest, Kiev's former top diplomat has said | Ukraine could face civil unrest and even a full-blown "collapse" if US President-elect Donald Trump reverses the outgoing administration's policy of unconditional support for Kiev, former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba has warned. | The election of Trump on November 5 prompted fears in Kiev that Washington would end financial and military aid and would strong-arm the country into an unfavorable settlement with Russia. | "If the money were to dry up, a…
(2024-11-17). New attacks target Ukraine's energy systems — officials. rt.com 
The domestic electricity operator has reportedly implemented emergency power outages | A large-scale attack against Ukraine's energy system has been reported on Sunday. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga claimed that Russia launched one of its largest air attacks against the country since the conflict began. | "Another mass attack on the energy system," Ukraine's minister of energy, German Galuschenko, wrote on Facebook, as reports emerged of coordinated strikes on electrical generation and transmission facilities across the country. In response, the national electricity operator has implemented emergenc…
(2024-11-17). Ukraine reports fresh air attacks on energy systems. rt.com The national electricity operator has reportedly implemented emergency power outages | Ukraine has reported large-scale air attacks on its energy infrastructure, with Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga describing it on Sunday as one of Russia's largest assaults since the conflict began. | "Another mass attack on the energy system," Energy Minister German Galuschenko wrote on Facebook as reports surfaced of strikes targeting power generation and transmission facilities across the country. Emergency power outages were implemented by the national electricity operator. | Damage to energy infrastructure was confirmed i…
(2024-11-17). EU won't survive without Russia and BRICS — Russian senator. rt.com 
The bloc has essentially trapped itself by its sanctions, Konstantin Kosachev believes | The EU can't survive without cooperating with Russia and the BRICS states, Russian Federation Council Deputy Speaker Konstantin Kosachev said in an interview with RT on Saturday. Russia, however, needs the EU far less, he said. | Kosachev noted that the sanctions imposed on Russia create a significant barrier to any real cooperation with the EU. | The bloc has imposed 14 rounds of sanctions against Russia following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022. These measures have targeted Russia's central bank r…
(2024-11-17). EU won't survive without Russia and BRICS — Russian senator. rt.com The bloc has essentially trapped itself with its sanctions, Konstantin Kosachev believes | The EU can't survive without cooperating with Russia and the BRICS states, Russian Federation Council Deputy Speaker Konstantin Kosachev said in an interview with RT on Saturday. Russia, however, needs the EU far less, he said. | Kosachev noted that the sanctions imposed on Russia create a significant barrier to any real cooperation with the EU. | The bloc has imposed 14 rounds of sanctions against Russia following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022. These measures have targeted Russia's central bank…
(2024-11-17). Russia confirms large-scale strikes on Ukraine — MOD. rt.com 
The attacks targeted energy infrastructures and facilities supporting Kiev's military, the Defense Ministry has said | Moscow has confirmed that it conducted large-scale strikes on Ukraine overnight, targeting critical energy and military-industrial infrastructure. The Russian Defense Ministry issued a statement on Sunday detailing the operation, which utilized long-range air- and sea-based weapons as well as drones. | "The strike targeted critical energy infrastructure supporting the work of Ukraine's defense industrial complex as well as plants producing military equipment," the ministry stated, adding, "All…
(2024-11-17). Main US reason for aiding Ukraine is profit — Medvedev. rt.com 
Washington keeps pouring money into Kiev's war effort, but its investments are doomed, the former Russian president has said | Washington's sole interest in the Ukraine conflict is making a profit, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on Sunday. He declared further that any "results of US investments" in Ukraine would be destroyed. | According to Medvedev, who serves as deputy chair of the Russian Security Council, military aid to Kiev has allowed the US to make billions off the military-industrial complex. Moreover, the sanctions against Moscow pitched by Washington and introduced by the majority of…
(2024-11-17). Ukrainian MP calling for dialogue with Russia jailed. rt.com 
The authorities have accused Evgeny Shevchenko of treason over statements on Telegram and YouTube that they deem subversive | A court in Kiev has placed Ukrainian MP Evgeny Shevchenko in custody for two months after the authorities charged him with treason. Earlier this month, he urged Vladimir Zelensky to engage in dialogue with Russia. | Following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict, Kiev outlawed a number of opposition parties, including Opposition Platform — For Life, the second biggest party in terms of seats in parliament. The authorities cited the opposition's presumed involvement in subversive…
(2024-11-17). Polish minister slams Ukraine's 'short memory'. rt.com Defense chief Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has warned that providing military aid to Kiev should not jeopardize the country's own security | Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz has criticized Kiev for having a "short memory." He was responding to Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky's claims that Warsaw is not doing enough to assist Kiev in its conflict with Russia. | Zelensky slammed NATO countries in October, specifically Poland for not providing promised MiG fighter jets and for refusing to intercept Russian missiles over western Ukraine. | Polish officials argued that the warplanes were required f…
(2024-11-17). Russia confirms large-scale strike on Ukraine — MOD. rt.com The attacks targeted energy infrastructures and facilities supporting Kiev's military, the Defense Ministry has said | Russia has conducted a large-scale strike on Ukraine's energy and military-industrial infrastructure, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has confirmed. | In a statement on Sunday, the ministry said that the barrage had involved long-range air- and sea-based weapons, as well as drones, and targeted "critical energy infrastructure supporting the work of Ukraine's defense industrial complex as well as plants producing military equipment." | "All designated targets have been hit," the statement added,…
(2024-11-17). Kremlin comments on Putin-Scholz call. rt.com 
The Russian president and German chancellor held their first direct conversation in almost two years on Friday | Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has described this week's phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz as detailed and very frank, with both leaders outlining their positions. He was speaking to journalist Pavel Zarubin in an interview broadcast on Sunday. | The call took place on Friday, marking the first time the two leaders communicated directly in nearly two years. The Kremlin stated that the last time Putin and Scholz spoke over the phone was on December…
(2024-11-17). Xi reveals Beijing's four red lines to Biden. rt.com 
The Chinese leader has warned the US president against trying to hold back the country's economic development | Chinese President Xi Jinping has laid out four limits that the US should respect to maintain a balanced and healthy relationship between the two countries. | He stressed that Beijing aims to cultivate a "steady, healthy, and sustainable" relationship with Washington, during a meeting with US President Joe Biden at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum (APEC) in Lima, Peru on Saturday. | "As two major countries, neither China nor the United States should seek to remodel the other according to on…
(2024-11-17). Xi reveals Beijing's four red lines to Biden. rt.com The Chinese leader has warned the US president against trying to hold back the country's economic development | Chinese President Xi Jinping has laid out four sets of limits that the US should not cross, for a balanced and healthy relationship between the two countries. | He stressed that Beijing aims to cultivate a "steady, healthy, and sustainable" relationship with Washington, during a meeting with US President Joe Biden at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum (APEC) in Lima, Peru on Saturday. | "As two major countries, neither China nor the United States should seek to remodel the other according to…
(2024-11-17). Masked neo-Nazis march in US state capital (VIDEOS). rt.com 
The unidentified men carried flags with swastikas and shouted racist slurs in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday | A group of neo-Nazis marched through Columbus, the capital of the US state of Ohio, on Saturday, chanting racist and anti-Semitic slogans. | Black-clad men in ski masks were filmed walking on the street in the Short North neighborhood, carrying black flags with large red swastikas. In a video posted on X, the marchers are heard shouting "Bow down, n****r" and "Get the f**k out my country." | It is not clear who the men are and what organization they belong to. Some passersby accosted the marchers and yell…
(2024-11-17). RT is 'only station where I can tell the truth' — RFK (ARCHIVE VIDEO). rt.com 
US media is owned by pharmaceutical companies, which dictate and censor content, Trump's nominee for secretary of Health and Human Services told RT in 2020 | Americans are "not allowed" to talk freely about healthcare problems on US media and must go to Russian TV "to tell the truth," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told RT DE in Berlin in August 2020. He singled out RT America as the "only station" where he was free to express his opinion on the US healthcare system and its inadequacies. | Kennedy was an outspoken critic of the US Covid-19 response during the pandemic. Often accused of being an 'anti-vaxxer', he brushe…
(2024-11-17). RT is 'only station where I can tell the truth' — RFK (ARCHIVE VIDEO). rt.com US media is owned by pharmaceutical companies, which dictate and censor content, Trump's nominee for secretary of Health and Human Services told RT in 2020 | Americans are "not allowed" to talk freely about healthcare problems on US media and must go to Russian TV "to tell the truth," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told RT DE in Berlin in August 2020. He singled out RT America as the "only station" where he was free to express his opinion on the US healthcare system and its inadequacies. | Kennedy was an outspoken critic of the US Covid-19 response during the pandemic. Often accused of being an 'anti-vaxxer', he has br…
(2024-11-17). 'F**k you, Elon Musk' — Brazil's first lady. rt.com 
The comment was made during a heated debate over misinformation on social media platforms | Brazilian First Lady Janja Lula da Silva publicly called out billionaire X owner Elon Musk during a G20 social event in Brazil. The country will host the group's summit next week. | While speaking, the first lady was interrupted by a ship horn, prompting her to say, "It's Elon Musk," before adding, "I'm not afraid of you, f**k you, Elon Musk." | Musk reacted on X with laughing emojis and commented: "They are going to lose the next election." | The incident highlights the ongoing debate over misinformation on social medi…
(2024-11-17). Iran demands trillion dollars from US. rt.com 
Washington should have to pay for the damage caused by decades of unilateral sanctions, a senior official has said | The US owes Iran a trillion dollars for the decades of economic sanctions, a senior official in Tehran has said, while accusing Washington of supporting terrorism. | In a speech on Saturday, Ali Shamkhani, who serves as the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, accused the US-led West — which he called the "Arrogant Front" — of trying "to use different tricks in the form of their own hybrid war" to undermine the country. | The official claimed that "the Americans thems…
(2024-11-17). Trump preparing Afghan 'treason' charges for US military — NBC. rt.com 
The incoming president's team has dismissed the report as gossip from "selfish Washington DC insiders" | US President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is compiling a list of military officers to be court-martialed for their role in the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, NBC News has reported. According to the network's sources, charges as serious as treason are being considered. | The effort is being spearheaded by Matt Flynn, a former deputy assistant secretary of defense for counternarcotics, the network reported on Sunday, citing a US official and an anonymous "person familiar with the plan…
(2024-11-17). Apple removes US state-funded media from Russian store. rt.com 
An app of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty was flagged by Moscow's regulator | Apple has removed an app of the US-funded broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) from the AppStore in Russia in response to a demand from the country's media regulator (Roskomnadzor). | According to RFE/RL, the US tech giant notified the outlet that the app, which hosts the Siberia.Realities and North.Realities websites, was flagged by the regulator because it hosted content made by an organization labeled as 'undesirable' in Russia. | Russia designated RFE/RL as a 'foreign agent' in 2020 and banned the broadcaster in 2…
(2024-11-17). Apple removes US state-run media from Russian store. rt.com An app used by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty was flagged by Moscow's regulator | Apple has removed an app of the US-funded broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) from the AppStore in Russia in response to a demand from the country's media regulator (Roskomnadzor). | According to RFE/RL, the US tech giant notified the outlet that the app, which hosts the Siberia.Realities and North.Realities websites, was flagged by the regulator because it hosted content made by an organization labeled as 'undesirable' in Russia. | Russia designated RFE/RL, initially launched as a CIA information cut-out, as a…
(2024-11-17). Apple removes US state-funded media from Russian store. rt.com An app used by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty was flagged by Moscow's regulator | Apple has removed an app of the US-funded broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) from the AppStore in Russia in response to a demand from the country's media regulator (Roskomnadzor). | According to RFE/RL, the US tech giant notified the outlet that the app, which hosts the Siberia.Realities and North.Realities websites, was flagged by the regulator because it hosted content made by an organization labeled as 'undesirable' in Russia. | Russia designated RFE/RL, initially launched as a CIA information cut-out, as a…
(2024-11-17). England vs Republic of Ireland probable lineups – Nations League. albawaba.com England and the Republic of Ireland are set to lock horns at the Wembley Stadium in a UEFA Nations League Group B2 clash on Sunday.Match date: Sunday, 17 November | Kick-off time: 17: 00 (GMT) | Venue: Wembley StadiumEngland vs Republic of Ireland predicted lineups: England possible XlJordan Pickford; Rico Lewis, John Stones, Marc Guehi, Lewis Hall; Conor Gallagher, Sngel Gomes; Jarrod Bowen, Jude Bellingham, Morgan Rogers; Harry KaneRepublic of Ireland possible XlCaoimhin Kelleher; Matt Doherty, Nathan Collins, Liam Scales, Callum O'Dowda; Kasey McAteer, Josh Cullen, Jayson Molumby, Mikey Johnston; Troy Pa…
(2024-11-17). Big band, big news: Metallica set to rock Oz in 2025. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-11-17). There's no substitute for experience — tell that to online lifers. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-11-17). Netanyahu considering cease-fire in Lebanon, but no end in sight for Israel's war in Gaza. haaretz.com Although it appears that all sides, including Iran, are interested in stopping the war in Lebanon, it's not certain that this is an attainable goal in the near future. As for Gaza, Netanyahu is free to pursue an endless war…
(2024-11-17). The 'Trump effect' that's pushing Iran to re-evaluate its Mideast strategy. haaretz.com It seems Tehran has agreed to drop the connection between the two fronts in exchange for two goals: Keeping Hezbollah in power in Lebanon and bolstering its regional power vis-a-vis the Trump administration…
(2024-11-17). China's goal of a stable, healthy and sustainable China-U.S. relationship remains unchanged: Xi. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said Saturday that China's goal of a stable, healthy and sustainable China-U.S. relationship remains unchanged. Xi made the remarks when meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima, Peru.
(2024-11-17). Xi warns U.S. against meddling in South China Sea. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said Saturday the United States should not get involved in bilateral disputes over the relevant islands and reefs of Nansha Qundao, nor should it aid or abet the impulsion to make provocations.
(2024-11-17). 2024 Maharashtra Elections: Where Muslims Stand? ummid.com Increased Muslim representation on both sides – within the government and the opposition, could open new doors for substantial influence in shaping Maharashtra's political future.
(2024-11-17). Kalidas Kolambkar Aims for Historic Ninth Term in Maharashtra! devdiscourse.com In a bid for an unprecedented ninth term, Kalidas Kolambkar, currently representing BJP, remains confident of his electoral prospects in the Maharashtra assembly elections. His successful political journey across parties—Shiv Sena, Congress, and BJP—marks him a stalwart in the Wadala constituency.
(2024-11-17). Home Minister Amit Shah reviews Manipur situation with top officials; directs them to take all possible steps to ensure peace: Sources. devdiscourse.com
(2024-11-17). Trump and the Middle East: What Lies Ahead? internationalviewpoint.org Trump's victory in the US presidency race is a major catastrophe for the peoples of the region, on top of the huge Nakba that has been raging since the Hamas-led "Al-Aqsa Flood". Benjamin Netanyahu had been eagerly hoping for this victory and did everything he could to contribute to its achievement, whether by inciting his right-wing US allies or by refusing to grant Joe Biden and the Democratic presidential campaign the Gaza truce they had been hoping for in order to provide them with an electoral argument they desperately needed. So, what awaits us now that Trump's return to the White House is confirmed? | -…
(2024-11-17). Vladimir Putin: godfather and federator of the international far right! cadtm.org The subject of this article is not Putin the warmonger, nor Putin the invader of Ukraine. The subject of this article is Putin, the anti-democrat, the reactionary and the liberticide with increasingly fascist practices. So, after presenting the first pillar of the Brown International in gestation in the person of Israeli genocidaire Bibi Netanyahu, and awaiting the third who would be a Donald Trump all haloed by a possible success in the American elections in a few days' time, here is (…) | – | / |
(2024-11-17). Netanyahu spokesperson sought to sway public against hostage deal with leaks to foreign media, Israeli court says. haaretz.com New details in the BibiLeaks case reveal the PM's spokesperson and three security officials are suspected of leaking classified information to harm national security, a severe espionage offense. The court approved publication of this development following a Haaretz request…
(2024-11-17). 'Stop funding genocide': People protest against Ireland's sale of Israeli bonds. indybay.org Senator Alice Mary Higgins says Central Bank of Ireland's support for Israel is serious breach of international law…
(2024-11-17). Is Iran's Khamenei dead after falling into a coma. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Iran's leader, Ali Khamenei is the talk of social media after a plethora of Israeli media outlets and users spread information about the individual reportedly being in a coma or dead. Moreover, they added that Khamenei's condition is critical.Outlets including 'Israel News Pulse' on X (formerly known as Twitter) claimed that Former U.S. Army National Security Advisor, General McMaster said that Iran would announce the death of Iran's leader soon without giving a specific time slot. Is Iran's Khamenei dead after falling into a coma?: The Islamic Republic of Iran will soon announce the death of th…
(2024-11-17). Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich cancels Paris visit: A missed opportunity for the fight against impunity. fidh.org
(2024-11-17). Inside Israel's war on foreign activists aiding Palestinians in the West Bank. haaretz.com Over the last year, Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has begun implementing a policy of expelling foreign pro-Palestinian activists — many of them Americans — on a variety of pretexts. The result: a spike in the number of activists forced to leave…
(2024-11-17). 170,000 coffee farmers registered ahead of EU deadline. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 170,000 coffee farmers and value-chain actors have been registered in Uganda's national database as the country approaches the December 31st deadline to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR). According to Israel Ssebugenyi, the Technology Development Manager at the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), this number has …
(2024-11-17). Record homelessness in London, surge in rough sleepers since Labour took office. wsws.org London is the epicentre of a national emergency, accounting for over half of England's homelessness figures.
(2024-11-17). This week in history: November 18-24. wsws.org Myanmar-Thailand border clash; UN recognizes Palestinian "right of return";British Labour government nationalizes iron and steel industry; first Australopithecus skull discovered.
(2024-11-17). CLAT 2025 Admit Card released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities (NALSAR) has released on its official website 'consortiumofnlus.ac.in' the admit card and hall ticket of the candidates who have registered for CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) 2025.
(2024-11-17). CIA Democrats and Other Party Hawks Win Races in 2024 Election. covertactionmagazine.com They embody a party that crossed over to the dark side years ago In March 2018, Patrick Martin of the World Socialist Web Site published a political pamphlet entitled "The CIA Democrats." In it, he wrote that "an extraordinary number of former intelligence and military operatives from the CIA, Pentagon, National Security Council and State …
(2024-11-17). Biden Wants To Set Trump Up With Ukraine – Expert. sputnikglobe.com John Mearsheimer is a proponent of offensive realism in international relations and has been a vocal critic of NATO expansion for decades.
(2024-11-17). Debate on the Left in Britain — towards a new broad party? internationalviewpoint.org "British politics has become much more volatile and the hold of the two mainstream parties, Labour and the Conservatives, over the electorate has become weaker. " | – | / |
(2024-11-17). Palestine: The Resistance. internationalviewpoint.org
(2024-11-17). Trump's Second Term — Now is the time for a global fightback. internationalviewpoint.org "There will be many people feeling hopeless or full of despair right now, and that is exactly what the far right and fascists want. They take sadistic pleasure in the defeats they inflict on the 'woke' and on the left. But politics is determined by struggles for power and counter-power, building mass coalitions of resistance, identifying the weak points in the enemy's side and mobilising forces to shatter their strength." | – | / |
(2024-11-17). Trump's Election: A Decisive Victory for Republicans, Now Resistance Begins. internationalviewpoint.org
(2024-11-17). Nicaragua Today: "Purgers, Corruption, & Servility to Putin" internationalviewpoint.org
(2024-11-17). Italy: is Giorgia Meloni's policy a 'model' for Europe? internationalviewpoint.org
(2024-11-17). Ukraine: resistance on two fronts. internationalviewpoint.org Under pressure from Putin, the Russian military forces are using their superiority in terms of men and bombing resources to very slowly but surely gobble up territory and destroy Ukraine's civilian infrastructure. Now, after massive deliveries of bombs, missiles and drones from North Korea and Iran, it has been announced that several thousand North Korean soldiers will be arriving to fight as reinforcements for the Russian army. Meanwhile, some on the left are still indignant about the delivery of arms to the Ukrainians by Western states, even though these are clearly insufficient to enable them to put up effecti…
(2024-11-17). Germany: government breaks up. internationalviewpoint.org On 6 November, Germany's governing coalition comprising the Social Democratic Party (SPD), the Greens and the Free Democrat Party (FDP) broke up. The break-up came as no surprise, as the three parties are defending totally different concepts for tackling the economic crisis. | – | / |
(2024-11-17). Guinea: The great leap backward. internationalviewpoint.org While voices around the world are being raised against the kidnapping of Foniké Menguè and Mamadou Billo Bah in Guinea, the French authorities remain silent in the face of the putschists' abuses. Three years after the coup d'état, General Mamadi Doumbouya, a former corporal in the Foreign Legion, is moving away from his promise to return power to civilians. The leniency he is receiving is unlikely to change his mind. | – | / |
(2024-11-17). "The high cost of living in Martinique is the consequence of the colonial system" internationalviewpoint.org Since September, Martinique has been rising up against the high cost of living. Faced with this revolt, Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has responded with violence. L'Insoumission has been covering this movement since its beginning. Thanks to its network of reporters, today we are presenting an unpublished interview with Philippe Pierre-Charles, former general secretary of the Martinique Democratic Workers' Centre (CDMT). | – | / |
(2024-11-17). Burkina Faso: Junta steps up repression. internationalviewpoint.org To make up for its inability to improve the security situation in Burkina Faso, the ruling junta is stepping up its repressive course. On 24 August, nearly 400 civilians were killed by jihadists in the village of Barsalogho in north-central Burkina Faso. This tragedy sheds a harsh light on the real situation in the country, far removed from the triumphalist rhetoric of the putschists. | – | / |
(2024-11-17). Petro: Colombia will seek a change of method in peace talks. plenglish.com Bogotá, Nov 17 (Prensa Latina) Colombian President Gustavo Petro said today his government has decided to seek a change in the method of dialogue with the National Liberation Army (ELN), with which the negotiating table is going through a crisis.
(2024-11-17). Ronnei and Anisleidis surprised and satisfied in Marabana 2024. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 17 (Prensa Latina) Francisco Ronnei Estévez and Anisleidis Ochoa coincided today in being the first surprised with the time achieved in each case to win the half marathon of the Marabana 2024 International Race.
(2024-11-17). World Day of the Poor celebrated at the Holy See. plenglish.com Vatican City, Nov 17 (Prensa Latina) On the occasion of the VIII World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis today called on governments and international organizations to increase attention to the most disadvantaged.
(2024-11-17). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Missing a pastry-scented home. icrc.org
(2024-11-17). China: Experts gather to explore Chinese traditions and international humanitarian concepts. icrc.org
(2024-11-17). International Conference joint IFRC-ICRC statement: Concrete actions urgently needed following commitments at the Red Cross and Red Crescent International Conference. icrc.org Geneva, 31 October (ICRC/IFRC)…
(2024-11-17). Philippines: International humanitarian law handbook turned over to BARMM Parliament. icrc.org
(2024-11-17). Sudan: ICRC President calls for greater humanitarian space and respect of international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2024-11-17). ICRC President Speech at International Conference on Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-11-17). Mirjana Spoljaric: 34th RCRC International Conference Opening Remarks. icrc.org 28th October 2024…
(2024-11-17). DPRK, The land of smiles and wonders — Pt. 5: Worship the people like the sky. uwidata.com 
DPRK, The land of smiles and wonders — Pt. 5: Worship the people like the sky By Stary Shakhtyor — Who lives in these houses? We were travelling along the canal of the Taedong River, on which Pyongyang is situated. I notice cozy houses with several floors, with flats rising up steps above the embankment. …
(2024-11-17). Xi tells Biden U.S. shouldn't overstretch national security concept. ecns.cn The United States should not overstretch the concept of national security to constrain or contain other countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Saturday.
(2024-11-17). Xi, Biden affirm need to enhance international AI cooperation. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden on Saturday affirmed the need to enhance international cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI) and promote AI for good for all.
(2024-11-17). MPs to Get Briefed on IAEA Chief's Visit to Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami is going to inform the lawmakers about the results of a recent visit that Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi paid to Iran.
(2024-11-17). Assad: Eradicating terrorism regional, int'l responsibility. presstv.ir Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says regional countries and the international community are required to bring an end to terrorism gripping West Asia.
(2024-11-17). Iran's defense chief vows continued support for Syria, resistance front. presstv.ir Iran's defense chief says Tehran will continue to support the resistance front and the Syrian government and nation.
(2024-11-17). Canada raises working hours for foreign students, tightens school transfer rules. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Canada has raised the number of hours international students can work off-campus during academic sessions as part of a significant revamp to its International Student Programme. Eligible students can now work up to 24 hours per week, up from the previous maximum of 20.In early September, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) stated that a new rule limiting international students' work hours to 24 hours per week would go into effect later this autumn.Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, has announced that the change is now officially in force as part of new…
(2024-11-17). Book Launch: The Truth About the '37 Oshawa GM Strike. socialistproject.ca Author Tony Leah reveals what actually took place at the Oshawa GM plant in 1937 through the voices and actions of rank-and-file workers and shop-floor activists that have been covered up for decades. We need to study the lessons of the '37 strike; it can provide a guidepost for workers today who are striving to revive a fighting labour movement that can win. | "Oshawa has fallen!" wrote the monthly New Commonwealth. "One week ago it was known as 'The Home of General Motors.' Today it belongs to the United Automobile Workers, International Union." | How did autoworkers at the GM plant in Oshawa…
(2024-11-17). Clean energy, reform of WTO, AI's potential: outcome declaration of APEC summit. tass.com The participants intend to contribute to streamlining international trade producers and plan to continue working on the reform of the World Trade Organization, the declaration says…
(2024-11-17). Yunus on Hasina: She can call herself Bangladesh PM, reality differs. aljazeera.com At COP29, Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus addresses climate crisis and national healing after political upheaval.
(2024-11-17). The UK's NHS to roll out free antismoking pill. Will it work? aljazeera.com The UK's National Health Service hopes the drug will help reduce the cost of treating serious illnesses.
(2024-11-17). NFP president slams Labour leader for 'hallucinating' about Fiji governance. asiapacificreport.nz By Anish Chand in Nadi, Fiji National Federation Party president Parmod Chand has described Fiji Labour Party leader Mahendra Chaudhry as a "self-professed champion of the poor" and criticised him over "hallucinating" about the country. Chand made the comment when responding to remarks made by Chaudhry during FLP's Annual Delegates Conference in Nadi on Saturday.
(2024-11-17). Marc André: Algeria in the Archives. newleftreview.org The Algerian War of Independence remains a raw nerve for the French state. André reveals how national-security interests have mobilized, under cover of individual rights to privacy, to block access to sensitive dossiers—and what the files themselves disclose of the lives of young militants and police informers.
(2024-11-17). How fighting for Murchison's territory devastates lives in Nwoya. independent.co.ug 
Nwoya, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It is a ride of approximately 40 kilometers along a feeder road in Koch Goma Town Council, a fast-growing town in the Northern Uganda District of Nwoya, until one reaches Ceke Village, a fertile strip of land bordering the Murchison Falls National Park from the northern belt. The Ceke Village …
(2024-11-17). Iteso Cultural Union approves 5 year strategic plan. independent.co.ug 
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Iteso Cultural Union (ICU) Council has officially approved a five-year strategic development plan, marking a significant milestone for the organization. The strategic plan is projected to cost over 92 million annually, with funding to be raised through local resources, national and international partnerships, nongovernmental organizations, institutions, and other avenues. This …
(2024-11-17). Mayo Clinic Minute: Detecting pancreatic cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: November is National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month Approximately 66,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, according to the National Cancer Institute. Dr. Michael Wallace, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic, warns that early signs of this deadly disease are easy to miss. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/xSGfX9mqliQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network."…
(2024-11-17). (VIDEO) Mpox strain detected in new regions: A Mayo Clinic expert explains. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A colorized transmission electron microscopic image of mpox virus particles (red), found within an infected cell (blue), that had been cultured in the laboratory. The image was captured and color-enhanced at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Integrated Research Facility (IRF), located in Fort Detrick, Maryland. Mpox, a disease caused by the monkeypox virus, is a global health concern, with outbreaks in Western and Central African countries spreading into other regions. Recently,…
(2024-11-17). ƒ∞≈ügalci ƒ∞srail Beyrut'ta Hizbullah'ƒ±n medya sorumlusunu à∂ldàºràºldàº. yenisafak.com ƒ∞srail Làºbnan'da yoƒüun saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±nƒ± sàºrdàºràºyor. | Làºbnanlƒ± gàºvenlik yetkileri, ƒ∞srail'in Beyrut'un merkezindeki Ras al-Naba'a mahallesinde bir binaya dàºzenlediƒüi saldƒ±rƒ±da Hizbullah'ƒ±n medya ili≈ükileri ≈üefi Muhammed Afif'in à∂ld຃üàºnຠbelirtti. |
(2024-11-17). Baƒücƒ±lar'da izinsiz gà∂steri: Maskeli grup polis otosuna ta≈üla saldƒ±rdƒ±. yenisafak.com 
Baƒücƒ±lar'da, àßà∂p konteynerleri ile yolu kapatarak izinsiz gà∂steri yapan grup, polis ekibine ta≈ülƒ± saldƒ±rƒ±da bulundu. | Baƒücƒ±lar Demirkapƒ± Mahallesi 1716 Sokak'ta saat 21.30 sƒ±ralarƒ±nda korsan gà∂steri dàºzenlendiƒüi ihbarƒ±nƒ± alan polis harekete geàßti. Maskeli olduklarƒ± ve yolu àßà∂p konteynerleri ile kapattƒ±klarƒ± à∂ƒürenilen 15-20 ki≈&uu…