(2024-11-16). Pentagon official says 'shocked' by Yemen's firepower, arsenal. presstv.ir American military official expresses astonishment regarding the firepower that was being deployed by Yemen's Armed Forces against the Israeli regime and its allies.
(2024-11-16). Australian Labor government's social media ban for under-16s provokes mass anger. wsws.org The ban is transparent censorship, aimed at suppressing discussion and political activity among a generation that is being radicalised by the reality of war, climate catastrophe and dictatorship.
(2024-11-16). UK government to fund geoengineering experiments to cool the Earth. expose-news.com In September, the UK's Advanced Research and Invention Agency ("ARIA") announced a significant investment of £57 million to fund researchers examining ideas for artificially cooling the planet through small-scale outdoor geoengineering experiments. …
(2024-11-16). Australian Labor government and unions impose historic cut to workers' real wages. wsws.org As the Albanese government and the union bureaucrats work hand-in-glove, workers in Australia have lost about 9 percent of their purchasing power over the past three years.
(2024-11-16). Government to cut data cost by half to boost innovation. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The government is confident that the cost of internet in the country will drop by up to 50 percent by the end of January, as it strives to empower innovation. The high cost of the Internet has been listed among the main challenges to doing business in Uganda and entrepreneurs …
(2024-11-16). How the U.S. and Israel Are Exterminating the 2.3 Million Gazans. defenddemocracy.press by Eric Zuesse* Nov 12, 2024 The United States supplies virtually all of the weapons and ammunition as well as satellite intelligence to guide the bombers and the gunmen, and Israel supplies the troops. The killing is being carried out not only by bombs and guns etc., but by Israel's blocking food, medicine, and other …
(2024-11-16). Spies like them: The intelligence war between Iran, Israel. aljazeera.com As Israel's wars in Gaza and Lebanon continue without pause, the region's long-fought shadow wars are gaining form.
(2024-11-16). Are you debating a bot? Investigation reveals Israel's AI bots argue with online critics. strategic-culture.su 
By Jessica BUXBAUM | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | In recent months, reports have surfaced that Israel is deploying artificial intelligence…
(2024-11-16). Makerere allows students with tuition arrears sit end-of-semester exams. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University has approved a temporary measure allowing students with tuition arrears to sit for end-of-semester examinations for the Academic Year 2024/2025. The decision, announced by Vice-Chancellor Professor Barnabas Nawangwe in a letter dated November 14, came in response to a request by Guild President Vicent Lubega Nsamba. Earlier this …
(2024-11-16). Texas Supreme Court Removes Temporary Block to Robert Roberson's Execution. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-16). Nowhera Shaikh's Naina Towers flats to be auctioned following SC order. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Monday November 11, 2024 ordered the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to auction Heera Gold Managing Director Nowhera Shaikh's flats in Naina Towers and other properties in Hyderabad to recover investors' money.
(2024-11-16). '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'.
(2024-11-16). States party to the ICC must join Lithuania's request to open an investigation into alleged crimes against humanity committed by Belarusian authorities. fidh.org On 30 September 2024, Lithuania submitted a referral to the International Criminal Court (ICC) requesting an investigation into alleged crimes against humanity committed by Belarusian authorities. The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) with 12 other human rights organisations co-signed an open letter calling on State Parties to the ICC to support and join the referral.
8 November 2024. Read the open letter below, in english only. | – | / |
(2024-11-16). Israel convicted of genocide at People's Tribunal in Rio de Janeiro. peoplesdispatch.org 
Palestinian lawyer Rula Shadeed, who filed the complaint against Israel at the Tribunal, spoke to Brasil de Fato about the need to increase international pressure against the Zionist state.
(2024-11-16). 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…
(2024-11-16). Larijani asserts Iran's support for resistance, says conveyed Leader's message to Lebanon. presstv.ir An advisor to the Islamic Revolution Leader asserts that the country continues to support the regional Axis of Resistance under all circumstances.
(2024-11-16). Outraged over Gaza genocide, Iraqi protesters burn Israel, US and UK flags. presstv.ir The protesters also waved Palestinian and Lebanese flags and chanted slogans against the United States and the Israeli regime.
(2024-11-16). Israel to draft thousands of ultra-Orthodox men amid ongoing conflict. independent.co.ug 
JERUSALEM | Xinhua | Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced on Friday that the country will begin issuing conscription orders to thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men, a group traditionally exempt from military service, citing a shortage of soldiers. Katz said in a statement that 7,000 draft orders for ultra-Orthodox men to serve in the Israel …
(2024-11-16). Moscow continues to warn the West about the risk of nuclear escalation. strategic-culture.su Maria Zakharova's recent statement makes it clear that Russia, even while prioritizing diplomacy, will not give up on "devastating" measures if these are necessary to respond to Western aggression. | Join us on , , and .
(2024-11-16). "Everything is going up except our wages": Striking University of Illinois nurses in Chicago speak from the picket line. wsws.org Reporters with the World Socialist Web Site spoke with striking nurses in Chicago at the picket line on Wednesday. Read their statements.
(2024-11-16). Makkah, Madinah Most Preferred Real Estate Destinations for Rich Muslims. ummid.com Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah – the two holiest cities in the world, are the most preferred rear estate destinations to buy properties for wealthy Muslims from around the world, a latest survey has found.
(2024-11-16). Ramadan 2025 likely to begin on March 01, Eid al Fitr on March 30. ummid.com Ramadan, the Holy Month of Fasting, this year i.e. 1446 AH corresponding to 2025 AD, is likely to commence on Saturday March 01, 2025 in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and other Arab States.
(2024-11-16). Venezuelan Authorities Take Action After TikTok Challenge Poisons Students. orinocotribune.com In a new edition of his podcast Maduro Live de Repente, President Nicolás Maduro condemned the misuse of social media platforms through which a challenge in which students in schools and high schools are exposed to toxic substances that cause serious poisoning has been promoted. The challenge has affected several schools in different states of Venezuela. | "We have spoken with parents and guardians, and they knew nothing about this. They found out because we spoke about it publicly," said President Maduro this Thursday, November 14. He emphasized that measures are being taken to minimize the risks to the student…
(2024-11-16). 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…
(2024-11-16). 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…
(2024-11-16). Islamic State group gunmen kill politician in Pakistan. newarab.com 
Gunmen from the "Jamaat-e-Islami Bajaur leader Sufi Hameed was leaving the mosque after offering prayers after sunset (Thursday) when two masked men on a motorcycle opened fire on him," senior police official Waqar Rafiq told AFP. | The official said the attackers escaped after shooting the Islamis…
(2024-11-16). Libya's new hijab mandate sparks nationwide debate on freedom. newarab.com 
Libya's Interior Minister, Emad al-Trabelsi, stirred controversy during a The Government of National Unity's minister declared that there is "no space for personal freedom in Libya" and that those seeking it "should go to Europe." He also announced plans to reinstate "morality p…
(2024-11-16). Amid flood disaster, Morocco rallies aid and volunteers to Spain. newarab.com 
On 13 November, an official Moroccan team of 70 personnel arrived in Valencia, bringing with them 24 water-pumping trucks and a support vehicle to assist with clean-up efforts. | The mission, ordered by the Moroccan King Mohamed VI, was reported by the state news age…
(2024-11-16). Expanding the Possible, from Below. dissidentvoice.org 
The Green New Deal has been largely blocked at the national level, but it is thriving in communities, cities, and states. Jeremy Brecher's new book is both an urgent call to action and proof of concept. Starting where we're at Less than one week after Trump was re-elected to the single most powerful political office …
(2024-11-16). University of California Service and Patient Care Workers will STRIKE over Unfair Labor Practices. indybay.org UC Service and Patient Care Workers Will Mount Statewide Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) Strike, November 20th-21st…
(2024-11-16). State and federal agencies cancel fall protections for endangered Delta Smelt. indybay.org Disparaged as a "little minnow" by agribusiness oligarchs and their political allies, the key role the Delta Smelt plays in the ecosystem can't be overemphasized.
(2024-11-16). China-Europe train lifts trade. ecns.cn The China-Europe freight train service, a calling card of the Belt and Road Initiative, reached a major milestone on Friday, with the departure of the 100,000th train service, according to China State Railway Group, which manages and oversees the service.
(2024-11-16). International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement Joint Statement on the 2024 Council of Delegates Outcomes. icrc.org Geneva, 29 October 2024…
(2024-11-16). Statement on Women Building Peace in a Changing Environment, UN Security Council Open Debate. icrc.org Delivered by Ms. Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation in New York, 25 October 2024…
(2024-11-16). ICRC Statement: UN General Assembly Sixth Committee. icrc.org Delivered by Kosuke Onishi, Legal Advisor, on the status of the Protocols additional to the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and relating to the protection of victims of armed conflicts, 6 November 2024, New York…
(2024-11-16). The Heat: APEC Meetings 2024. america.cgtn.com 
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Peruvian counterpart, Dina Boluarte, inaugurated South America's largest and most modern port. Built by the Chinese state-owned company Cosco Shipping, Chancay Port will boost trade by cutting shipping time between Peru and Asia. | Our guests: | Teresa Mera, Peru's Vice Minister of Foreign Trade. | Carlos Kuriyama, Director of the Policy Support Unit at the APEC Secretariat. | t.co/HKLqIAJESQ — Reuters Business (@ReutersBiz)
(2024-11-16). Russia: Ban on "propaganda" in favor of childfree lifestyles. fidh.org On 12 November 2024, the State Duma, the lower house of the Russian Parliament, approved a bill banning "propaganda in favor of a childfree lifestyle." The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) expresses deep concern: this law represents a serious violation of freedom of expression and a direct threat to women's sexual and reproductive rights. FIDH urges Parliament to stop this bill before its final adoption.
Paris, 14 November 2024. Russia continues its ultra-conservative (…) | – |
(2024-11-16). Amerexit: Oligarchy Comes to the United States. bylinetimes.com 
As the chaotic but iconic blonde with a chequered personal past took up the highest office in the land, it seemed like nothing could stop him. | What could stand in the way of his big economic policy goal of national exceptionalism? He would erect trade barriers against capitalists from competing nations. He would stop freedom of movement and protect his labour force. And, though appealing to the public about their pocketbook issues, the new leader's administration would open the way to a raft of crony appointments and favours to his super-rich backers. | Many said his coalition would dominate the nation…
(2024-11-16). Chris Ryan Declares Victory in the 50th State Senate District Race. urbancny.com 
I am deeply honored by the trust the people of the 50th State Senate District have placed in me. With the majority of ballots scanned and the margin greater than than the outstanding ballots remaining, I am proud to declare victory. Throughout the campaign, I listened to your concerns and hopes for our future. You've called for a senator who will fight for good-paying jobs, quality schools, health care access, safe and affordable communities, and smart economic investments for the future. Now, I am ready to get to work delivering on these issues. As a lineman who fought to save hundreds of jobs as a local union p…
(2024-11-16). Male Suffers Lacerations to His Back While Breaking Up a Fight. urbancny.com 
On Saturday, November 16th, 2024, at about 12: 38 a.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to the "Gold lot" at Destiny USA Mall, for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, the officers located a 42-year-old male, who presented with lacerations to his back. The victim stated he was breaking up a fight near the gold lot entrance, when he felt pain in his back and discovered he had been cut by an unknown object. The victim was transported to Upstate Hospital by AMR Ambulance, where he was listed in stable condition. The victim's injuries are non-life threatening. The investigation is active and ong…
(2024-11-16). Reflections from some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali [18 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali, may Allah preserve him, stated: Read about the pious predecessors, their striving, patience, sincerity to Allah, and their diligence in this month (i.e. Ramadan) and other than it. We should not (only) remember (Allah) during this sacred month, …
(2024-11-16). BJP purchases govts in states where it fails to get elected: Mallikarjun Kharge in Ranchi. devdiscourse.com
(2024-11-15). Canadians to Hold National Day of Action Against F-35 Exports to Israel Via the United States. globalresearch.ca This Saturday, November 16,