(2024-10-23). Adventists sue Maryland to demand job discrimination by religion. peoplesworld.org 
BALTIMORE—Can you imagine a religion insisting you be of its "right" faith to be a janitor? The Seventh Day Adventists are demanding Maryland let them discriminate that way. In a lawsuit filed October 8 in U.S. District Court in Baltimore, the headquarters of the church says Maryland so narrowly interprets its Constitution's religious exemptions on …
(2024-10-23). Explosion, gunshots heard outside Turkish military aircraft maker. aljazeera.com Gunmen were filmed firing outside of the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) headquarters near Ankara.
(2024-10-23). ECLAC to present regional foreign trade outlook in Chile. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) will present at its headquarters in Chile the annual report on the outlook for international trade in the region for 2024.
(2024-10-23). Naples Protests G7 'Lords Of War'. popularresistance.org Thousands of people took to the streets of Naples on October 19, demonstrating against the G7 military agenda and Italy's proposed reforms that would limit the freedom to dissent. Protesters, representing a host of organizations including student associations, trade unions, and community centers, rallied against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government's policies, demanding a shift in priorities toward social needs instead of military spending. Side by side with the protest in Naples, demonstrations were held in dozens of cities across Italy, as reported by the left political party, Power to the People (Potere…
(2024-10-23). Cuba extends workplace, school shutdowns in wake of power blackouts. aljazeera.com The energy-saving measures come as government struggles to restore grid and surveys hurricane that killed seven.
(2024-10-23). Blinken discusses mass extermination plan with Netanyahu, pledges "ironclad commitment" to Israel. wsws.org US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday to hold a "friendly and productive" discussion about the Israeli government's plan—known as the "General's Plan"—to ethnically cleanse northern Gaza and kill all Palestinians who remain.
(2024-10-23). U.S. is spending $28 billion on Sinophobic propaganda to colonise your brain. mronline.org 
Whoever owns the narrative owns the world—and things just got a lot tougher for those of us opposed to the metastasising brain cancer known as U.S. influence campaigns—or "perception management".
(2024-10-23). Chinese developer launches multimodal model unifying video, image, text. ecns.cn The Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence (BAAI) on Monday released Emu3, a multimodal world model that unifies the understanding and generation of text, image and video modalities through next-token prediction.
(2024-10-23). US says 'evidence' North Korea has sent troops to Russia. aljazeera.com Seoul's intelligence agency says double the number of soldiers previously stated sent to fight against Ukraine.
(2024-10-23). Biden regime authorizes CIA mercenaries to run biometric concentration camps in Gaza Strip. indybay.org
(2024-10-23). Brazil's Supreme Court sets for November trial on social networks. plenglish.com Brasilia, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) Brazil's Supreme Court (STF) has set for November 27th, the trial on social networks, which is immersed in an intense public debate.
(2024-10-23). California law mandates that public school children be taught about State's genocide of Indigenous Peoples. mronline.org 
From the time the Europeans arrived on American shores, the U.S. government authorized more than 1,500 wars and attacks on Indigenous people and at the conclusion of the "Indian wars" in the late 19th century, of the estimated 10 million to 15 million native peoples, fewer than 238,000 remained.
(2024-10-23). Venezuela: Opposing the blockade is our main task. mronline.org The United States is waging an economic war against Venezuela.
(2024-10-23). 2 weeks until election day, Trump's coup plot is far advanced. wsws.org Having fertilized the soil with the Big Lie, Trump, his network of lawyers and his allies in Congress and state legislatures are preparing to delay and block the certification of votes at the local, state and federal levels. The plan is based on violence.
(2024-10-23). Two weeks until election day, Trump's coup plot is far advanced. wsws.org Having fertilized the soil with the Big Lie, Trump, his network of lawyers and his allies in Congress and state legislatures are preparing to delay and block the certification of votes at the local, state and federal levels. The plan is based on violence.
(2024-10-23). 67% of Swing State Voters Think Corporate Power 'One of the Biggest Problems Facing America'. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-23). Democracy Now! 2024-10-23 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 23, 2024; "We Have Lost All Credibility": Hala Rharrit on Quitting State Dept. & Ending U.S. Complicity in Gaza; "Historic Opportunity": New Pro-Independence Alliance Aims to Shake Up Puerto Rico Politics; Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani Enters NYC Race as Indicted Mayor Eric Adams Refuses to Resign | Headlines for October 23, 2024; "We Have Lost All Credibility": Hala Rharrit on Quitting State Dept. & Ending U.S. Complicity in Gaza; "Historic Opportunity": New Pro-Independence Alliance Aims to Shake Up Puerto Rico Politics; Democratic Social…
(2024-10-23). Widening The War: The US Sends Troops To Israel. popularresistance.org The dangers should be plastered on every wall in every office occupied by a military and political advisor. Israel's attempt to reshape the Middle East, far from giving it enduring security, will merely serve to make it more vulnerable and unstable than ever. In that mix and mess will be its greatest sponsor and guardian, the United States, a giant of almost blind antiquity in all matters concerning the Jewish state. | In a measure that should have garnered bold headlines, the Biden administration has announced the deployment of some 100 US soldiers to Israel who will be responsible for operating the Terminal Hig…
(2024-10-23). The Watermelon Scare: Attacks on Palestine Solidarity Activists Aim to Silence Anti-War Movement. itsgoingdown.org On October 15th, the Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network was labeled a "terrorist entity" by Canada and subjected to sanctions by the United States. These designations follow a previous ban in Germany and the labeling of Samidoun as a "terrorist organization" by Israel. The U.S. claims Samidoun is a "sham fundraiser whose efforts have supported…
(2024-10-23). China sees net capital inflow in first three quarters. ecns.cn China's cross-border capital has returned to a net inflow during the first three quarters of the year, according to foreign exchange data released by the State Council Information Office on Tuesday.
(2024-10-23). Tesla among first trial companies as China further opens telecom sector. ecns.cn China officially launched on Wednesday the pilot program that aims to further open up value-added telecommunications services, with sources telling China Daily that United States' vehicle maker Tesla Inc is among the first group of foreign firms to take part in the program.
(2024-10-23). The Democrats Have Always Been "Liberal" Interventionists. progressivehub.net BRANDAN P. BUCK | RESPONSIBLE STATECRAFT…
(2024-10-23). Biden-Harris Admin announces $428M for coal communities to expand clean energy manufacturing. peoplesworld.org 
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Tuesday $428 million in grant funding for the building and expansion of green energy manufacturing in communities where coal mines have recently been decommissioned. The 14 projects in 15 United States coal communities were chosen by DOE's Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) and …
(2024-10-23). Republican officials in Indiana seek to purge voter rolls, Hoosiers fight back. peoplesworld.org 
INDIANAPOLIS—In an attack on the voting rights of legal immigrants and Black and brown working people, on Oct. 7 Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita and Secretary of State Diego Morales asked Ur M. Jaddou, Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, to "verify" the citizenship of over 10% of the state's registered voters — some …
(2024-10-23). For Cuba, U.S. elections have major consequences. peoplesworld.org 
At the end of October, the United Nations General Assembly, for the 32nd consecutive year, will be voting on a resolution submitted by Cuba claiming "the necessity to put an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States of America against Cuba." As they do every year, the delegates will most likely …
(2024-10-23). Israeli citizens calling for true international pressure on Israel for an immediate ceasefire. pressenza.com We, Israeli citizens residing in Israel and abroad, call on the international community — the UN and its institutions, the United States, the European Union, the League of Arab States, and all states around the world — to intervene immediately and implement every possible sanction towards achieving an immediate ceasefire between Israel and its neighbors, for the future of both peoples in Israel/Palestine and the peoples of the region, and for their rights to security and life. | Many of us are veteran activists against the occupation, for peace and mutual existence in this land. We are motivated by ou…
(2024-10-23). Pressenza Press Agency Launches Malayalam Language Edition. pressenza.com In continuity with the drive to reach more and more people and to become an agency that fully reflects cultural diversity in its content, Pressenza will inaugurate its Malayalam newsroom this Thursday (24/10). | The celebration, which will begin at 5 pm (Indian time) will take place in person at the Jawahar Library in Kannur, in the state of Kerala, India, and will also be broadcast virtually to facilitate the participation of journalists, editors, publishers and friends of the agency in different parts of the world. | This new milestone follows the recent additions of Russian and Arabic newsrooms in 2024, enrich…
(2024-10-23). Obama urges voters to 'turn the page' on Trump. presstv.ir US President Barack Obama urges voters in the swing state of Wisconsin to "turn the page" on Donald Trump.
(2024-10-23). Obama urges voters to 'turn the page' on Trump. presstv.ir US President Barack Obama urges voters in the swing state of Wisconsin to "turn the page" on Donald Trump.
(2024-10-23). SCOTT RITTER: Iran's Bomb Is Real — And It's Here. strategic-culture.su 
By Scott Ritter | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | For months now, the world has focused on the danger of nuclear war between the United States an…
(2024-10-23). How Republican-linked ads stir Israel tensions to undermine Kamala Harris. aljazeera.com Ad campaign focused on Gaza in key swing states invokes 'anti-Semitic and anti-Arab' bigotry, advocate says.
(2024-10-23). At least four killed in attack on aerospace firm near Turkey's Ankara. aljazeera.com Local media reported explosion and gunfire at a state-run company near the country's capital.
(2024-10-23). Three killed, 14 wounded in attack on aviation firm near Turkey's Ankara. aljazeera.com No group has claimed responsibility for the attack that took place at a state-run company near the country's capital.
(2024-10-23). Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance fighters target Israeli gathering between Adaisseh and Rub Al-Thalatheen towns with barrages of rockets: statements. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Islamic Resistance fighters target an Israeli gathering at the area between Misgav Am, Rub Al-Thalatheen and Markaba with a barrage of rockets: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Islamic Resistance fighters target Israeli gatherings near Adaisseh anew: statements. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-10-23). Soldiers Invade Two Villages In Bethlehem and Hebron. imemc.org 
On Tuesday evening, Israeli troops raided Al-Manshiyya village, south of Bethlehem, and Ethna, west of Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, closing streets and interrogating many Palestinians. Khader 'Obeyyat, head of the Al-Manshiyya Village Council, stated that several military vehicles invaded the village from its main entrance. He added that the soldiers stormed the village's …
(2024-10-23). The New Nuclear Push: New Package, Same Lies. counterpunch.org 
Nuclear power zealots are engaged in their biggest push in years in the United States and internationally. Headlines of recent pieces online about nuclear power include: "Japan's top business lobby proposes maximum use of nuclear energy." And, U.S. "looks to resurrect more nuclear power." And, "European nations back nuclear power ahead of major climate summit."
(2024-10-23). Cuba can withstand any gale, says Ambassador to Argentina. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Oct 23 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban people will withstand any gale, Cuban Ambassador to Argentina, Pedro Pablo Prada, assured on Wednesday and condemned the foreign policy and aggressions of the United States against his country.
(2024-10-23). Russian man charged for fatal stabbing of 2 Ukrainian soldiers in Germany. scmp.com The man is charged with murder and a state court in Munich will now have to decide whether and when the case will go to trial.
(2024-10-23). Ukraine war ending scenarios. strategic-culture.su Russia must closely monitor the actions of Prime Minister Rutte. His statements about his desire to engage in dangerous confrontation suggest that he is not willing to wait to carry out his plans | Join us on , , and . | Co…
(2024-10-23). Netanyahu swerves US calls to reject genocidal 'General's Plan'. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resisted calls from top US officials to publicly disavow the so-called ' The Israeli leader and top aide Ron Dermer denied that the plan was being implemented in talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday, but sidestepped the top US diplomat's urging for a public clarification, according to The Times of Israel, citing an unnamed US official. | The talks came amid Isr…
(2024-10-23). 41-year lessons of the 1983 U.S. Marines Beirut barracks bombing. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's goal of The United States also has been attacking targets…
(2024-10-23). Activists say over 70 dead in two days of fighting in Sudan. newarab.com 
Four children were among 20 people killed in an army air strike in the capital Khartoum on Tuesday, The strike wounded 27 people, including women and children, and left bodies "charred", according to the emergency response room (ERR) in Khartoum's south belt, one of hundreds of youth-led volunteer groups. | In Al-Jazira state just south of Khartoum, fierce clashes ignited on Sunday after a paramilitary commander defected…
(2024-10-23). Egypt's Sisi hails Russian support at BRICS summit. newarab.com 
In statements aired by Russian news agencies, Sisi praised "the development of bilateral relations" between Egypt and Russia in recent years, in particular Moscow's "effective contribution to (Egypt's) national projects". | Chief among them, Sisi said, is Egy…
(2024-10-23). Investigating and prosecuting serious violations: an important tool against impunity. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Let us remember that disarmament saves lives, curbs arms race, moderates the inhumanity of war, and fosters peace. icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Health-care workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org
(2024-10-23). Trump team accuses UK Labour Party of 'interference' in US election. scmp.com UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer insisted his relationship with Donald Trump was not in jeopardy amid interference claims.
(2024-10-23). Army kills dozens in Sudan since Sunday as ongoing conflict escalates. thecanary.co Sudanese volunteer rescuers reported four children were among 20 people killed in an army air strike in Sudan's capital Khartoum on Tuesday 22 October, adding to dozens killed in Al-Jazira state since Sunday. Dozens killed in Sudan by its own army The army strike wounded 27 people, including women and children, and left bodies "charred", […] | By
(2024-10-23). Just Stop Oil's 'Sunak Singers' found NOT GUILTY after disgusting show trial. thecanary.co 
Just Stop Oil's so-called 'Sunak Singers' have been acquitted, after what was essentially a show trial by the state. Just Stop Oil's Sunak Singers Back in November 2023, a group of 18 Just Stop Oil supporters gathered outside Rishi Sunak's home in Kensington, London, and made themselves heard by beating pots and pans: They were […] | By
(2024-10-23). Cambodia: Joint statement urging World Bank action on civil society reprisals. fidh.org In recent months, there has been a worrying escalation in the Cambodian government's repression of critical voices, as part of a broader crackdown on civil society. The undersigned organisations, including International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and World Organisation against Torture (OMCT) within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, urge World Bank President Ajay Banga to condemn the Cambodian government's assault on human rights groups, (…) | – |