Steve Topple (2024-09-04). BBC caught spouting propaganda for the yoons in the Labour government. thecanary.co
Many people considered the BBC not a public service broadcaster, but a mouthpiece for successive Conservative Party governments. Of course, this couldn't be further from the truth — as a convenient piece of propaganda on behalf of the Labour government shows. The subject? Great British Energy. BBC: pushing the yoons over Great British Energy BBC […] | By
noemail (2024-09-04). UPDATE 2-Greta Thunberg detained by Danish police at pro-Palestinian protest. devdiscourse.com Danish police detained activist Greta Thunberg at a Copenhagen protest against the war in Gaza and Israel's occupation of the West Bank on Wednesday, a spokesperson for the organisers of the demonstration said.
noemail (2024-09-04). Farhan Akhtar to Star as Param Vir Chakra Major Shaitan Singh in '120 Bahadur'. devdiscourse.com In a thrilling development for cinema enthusiasts, actor Farhan Akhtar is slated to portray Param Vir Chakra recipient, Major Shaitan Singh, in the upcoming military action film '120 Bahadur'. This project focuses on the heroic deeds during the 1962 Indo-China war, specifically the Battle of Rezang La, where the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment displayed extraordinary bravery and self-sacrifice.
noemail (2024-09-04). Screens in Bed: A Clear Disruption to Teen Sleep. devdiscourse.com Recent findings indicate that screen use in bed is more harmful to teenage sleep than previously thought. Researchers discovered that while screen time in the hours before bed had little effect, using devices in bed significantly disrupted sleep quality.
noemail (2024-09-04). Govt to Overhaul Policies Impacting Primary Sector to Boost Farming and Free Up Rural Economy. devdiscourse.com The New Zealand Government is set to review and update national policy directives affecting the primary sector, as part of its broader effort to reduce regulatory burdens and shift decision-making from Wellington to local communities.
noemail (2024-09-04). International Tourism Continues Recovery, Contributing $11.6 Billion to NZ Economy. devdiscourse.com Results from the latest International Visitor Survey (IVS) confirm that international tourism is steadily rebounding, contributing significantly to New Zealand's economy. According to Tourism and Hospitality Minister Matt Doocey, the survey reveals that in the June quarter alone, international tourism added $2.6 billion to the economy, marking a 17 percent increase from the previous year.
noemail (2024-09-04). President Droupadi Murmu inaugurates Vishwashanti Buddha Vihara in Latur district of Maharashtra. devdiscourse.com
noemail (2024-09-04). ISRO's telemetry tracking station hosted by Brunei has contributed towards India's efforts in space sector: joint statement. devdiscourse.com
noemail (2024-09-04). Decades of Neglect: The Grenfell Tower Tragedy Unveiled. devdiscourse.com A recent, damning report on the deadly Grenfell Tower fire in London has revealed that decades of systemic failings by the government, regulators, and the industry transformed the high-rise into a 'death trap' that claimed 72 lives.
noemail (2024-09-04). Syngenta Group CEO Calls for Faster Regulatory Approvals in India. devdiscourse.com Switzerland-based Syngenta Group CEO Jeff Rowe has raised alarms over the lengthy bureaucratic delays in regulatory approvals of innovative agrarian products in India. He has called on the Indian government to speed up these processes to benefit farmers.
noemail (2024-09-04). Congo's Fight Against Mpox: Vaccines Set to Arrive Amidst Challenges. devdiscourse.com The Democratic Republic of Congo is poised to receive its first delivery of mpox vaccine doses on Thursday, followed by a second on Saturday, according to Cris Kacita, the head of the country's mpox outbreak response.
noemail (2024-09-04). Mobile Phones Not Linked to Brain Cancer: Comprehensive Study. devdiscourse.com A comprehensive review commissioned by the World Health Organization has concluded that there is no link between mobile phone use and the development of brain cancer. The review, conducted by an international team of researchers led by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA), examined over 5,000 studies, focusing on 63 key publications from 1994 to 2022.
noemail (2024-09-04). Supreme Court Stays Gujarat HC's Rejection of Newspapers' Apology for 'Wrong Reporting'. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court on Wednesday halted an order from the Gujarat High Court that had rejected an apology affidavit from 'The Times of India' over erroneous reporting on a court hearing.
noemail (2024-09-04). Echoes of Resilience: Youssef Saad's Musical Journey in War-Torn Gaza. devdiscourse.com In the heart of the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, 15-year-old Youssef Saad navigates through bomb-scarred streets, his oud strapped to his back. Amid ongoing airstrikes, this young musician rides his bicycle to bring a moment of peace to children engulfed by conflict's daily horrors.
noemail (2024-09-04). Karnataka HC Demands Faster Wildlife Act Trials. devdiscourse.com The Karnataka High Court has called for swift trials in cases related to the Wildlife Protection Act, expressing frustration over extensive delays in delivering justice.
noemail (2024-09-04). Presidential Candidate Detained Amid Falsification Allegations. devdiscourse.com Tunisia's public prosecutor has ordered the detention of presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel. The decision follows his arrest on Monday under suspicion of falsifying popular endorsements, according to Zammel's lawyer.
noemail (2024-09-04). India and Brunei Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Enhanced Partnership. devdiscourse.com India and Brunei on Wednesday committed to respecting freedom of navigation and overflight in accordance with international law. This pledge followed bilateral talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.
noemail (2024-09-04). Cultural Revival: 'Humsafar' Set for Indian Stage. devdiscourse.com The beloved Pakistani television series 'Humsafar' is making its way to the Indian stage, with veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt serving as the presenter. The adaptation is spearheaded by actor Imran Zahid, Bhatt's protege, who is well-versed in staging critically-acclaimed films.
noemail (2024-09-04). Muslim Side Moves Supreme Court Against Allahabad High Court's Verdict. devdiscourse.com The Muslim side has escalated its legal battle to the Supreme Court, seeking to overturn the Allahabad High Court's ruling on the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute in Mathura. The high court had rejected pleas challenging the maintainability of 18 related cases.
noemail (2024-09-04). Rahul Gandhi: The Strategist and Intellectual Leader. devdiscourse.com Sam Pitroda, a trusted confidant of the Gandhi family, described Rahul Gandhi as an intellectual and strategic leader, surpassing his late father, Rajiv Gandhi. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Pitroda asserted that Rahul Gandhi embodies all the qualities required for a future prime minister of India.
noemail (2024-09-04). Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Inaugurates Workshop on Institutional Development Plans. devdiscourse.com Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated a one-day workshop on Wednesday intended to aid higher educational institutions in developing their Institutional Development Plan (IDP). The initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, offering institutions a framework to outline their vision, mission, and goals for future-ready education. Pradhan emphasized the need for these plans to go beyond mere documents, aiming to achieve national goals and meet youth aspirations.
noemail (2024-09-04). Cricket Legends Impart Knowledge at National Cricket Academy Seminar. devdiscourse.com Cricket icons Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid on Wednesday led a significant seminar at the National Cricket Academy, addressing match referees on essential aspects of game management.
noemail (2024-09-04). CPI(M) MP Criticizes West Bengal's Aparajita Bill Passed by Mamata Banerjee's Government. devdiscourse.com CPI(M) MP and counsel for the RG Kar victim's family, Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya, on Wednesday sharply criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's introduction of the anti-rape bill, Aparajita, labeling it "absolutely useless" and accusing it of being more about political confrontation than real solutions.
noemail (2024-09-04). Himachal CM Promises Timely Salaries Amid Economic Concerns. devdiscourse.com Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu addressed the assembly on Wednesday, tackling concerns about delayed salaries and pensions for state employees. Assuring members of the Vidhan Sabha, Sukhu committed to releasing salaries and pensions on the 1st of each month starting next cycle, highlighting the government's efforts towards fiscal prudence and financial discipline.
noemail (2024-09-04). Caspian Impact Investments and BlackSoil Capital Announce Strategic Merger. devdiscourse.com NBFC firm Caspian Impact Investments and BlackSoil Capital have announced their merger following approvals from their respective boards, as per a joint statement.
infobrics (2024-09-04). New evidence linking Biden crime family and the Neo-Nazi junta. infobrics.org "The political and strategic objectives of the United States and its measures to intervene in Ukraine can be confirmed by numerous official and unofficial documents. These include, for example, the President's published National Security Strategies, US laws and other legal acts that relate to Ukraine and US financial support for Ukraine with the intention of influencing the policy and party landscape in Ukraine," the Austrian court noted, adding that Washington DC's persecution of Firtash gave it the reason to question the professed democratic principles of the United States, "a country with sham traditions of de…
newarab (2024-09-04). JNF UK's charity status helps fund Israel's settler enterprise. newarab.com
Despite credible allegations of Israel's No amount of spin can pull the wool over our eyes when evidence of war crimes are beamed directly from Gaza and the
Bar Peleg (2024-09-04). Israel Police refuse to release over 50 detained protesters over past two days. haaretz.com In almost all the cases, the courts denied the police's requests to extend the protesters' detention. In some cases, the judges criticized the police for not presenting evidence against those arrested, or presenting especially meager evidence…
Caitlin Johnstone (2024-09-04). You Can Measure The Health Of A Society By How It Treats Its Warmongers And Its Peacemongers. thealtworld.com You can tell a lot about the health of a society by how it treats its warmongers and how it treats its peacemongers. | When those who push for war are elevated to positions of prominence in government and media while those who push for peace are smeared as antisemites and Russian agents, you know you are living in a wildly dysfunctional civilization. | When politicians who promote the interests of empire managers and war profiteers rocket to the top echelons of government while those who promote the interests of war victims and ordinary people have their homes raided and their devices seized by police under count…
Staff (2024-09-04). How Reliable Are Online Dispensaries in Orlando for Medical Cannabis? moguldom.com Have you ever wondered about the reliability of online dispensaries for your medical cannabis needs? With the increasing number of dispensaries offering online services, it's essential to understand these platforms' trustworthiness. Let's explore the factors that determine the reliability of online medical cannabis dispensaries and how they compare to physical stores. Understanding the Reliability of …
Jeremy Kuzmarov (2024-09-03). CIA Cutout Promotes Unverified Claims That North Korea Executed People For Watching South Korean Soap Operas. covertactionmagazine.com In late July, the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a CIA cutout that specializes in regime-change propaganda, hosted a set of conferences where panelists alleged that North Korea had executed a 22-year-old man for watching South Korean soap operas. The allegations had earlier been reported in the New York Post and other media outlets, which …
publicbooks (2024-09-03). The Postmodern War Machine—A View of "Dyspolitics" from Russia. publicbooks.org This is a war of unusually pure propaganda, in which tanks and bombs are subordinate to bizarre rhetorical turns.
Caitlin Johnstone (2024-09-03). There Is No Argument For Supporting Israel That's Both Logical And Moral. thealtworld.com
It's wild when you realize that nobody can actually articulate a reason why Israel should be supported that is both logically coherent and morally defensible. | Westerners grow up being indoctrinated with the understanding that this tiny country in the middle east is super duper important and needs to be supported and defended at all cost, but if you examine the reasons given for why this is so as an adult, you find that none of them really hold water. | "Israel is the only place where Jews can be safe!" | This is clearly false. A Jewish person in New York City is self-evidently much, much safer than a Jewish per…
Caitlin Johnstone (2024-09-03). There Is No Argument for Supporting Israel That's Both Logical and Moral. globalresearch.ca It's wild when you realize that nobody can actually articulate a reason why Israel should be supported that is both logically coherent and morally defensible. | Westerners grow up being indoctrinated with the understanding that this tiny country in the middle …
El Frente (2024-09-03). Anti-war protests in Germany against government military intervention in Russia-Ukraine conflict. pressenza.com Large anti-war demonstrations were held across Germany this weekend against the government's military intervention in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. | Demonstrators gathered to express their opposition to the German government's military and diplomatic policies and to call for a peaceful solution to the current confrontation. | On Saturday, hundreds of protesters from all over the country gathered in the center of Dusseldorf, the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia. They waved anti-war placards and chanted slogans calling for peace. | Protester Isabelle Casel said: "We want to have good peaceful relations…
Islam Murad Baloch (2024-09-03). BNM Demonstrates in Amsterdam on International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances. pressenza.com
On the occasion of the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the Netherlands chapter of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) organized a poignant demonstration in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. This gathering aimed to raise awareness of the ongoing plight of the Baloch people, particularly the widespread practice of enforced disappearances carried out by the Pakistani military. | BNM activists passionately delivered speeches, chanting slogans that echoed through the streets of Amsterdam. They held banners, placards, and flags symbolizing the Baloch National Movement and the quest…
newarab (2024-09-03). JNF UK's charity status helps fund Israel's settler enterprise. newarab.com
Despite credible allegations of Israel's No amount of spin can pull the wool over our eyes when evidence of war crimes are beamed directly from Gaza and the
Pressenza New York (2024-09-03). India-Bangladesh Water Dispute: Why a New Approach is Necessary. pressenza.com Bangladesh, a country that struggles with nature's forces frequently, recently dealt with one of the worst flood catastrophes in decades. Notably, there is growing evidence that the neighbouring country of India's actions are to blame for this catastrophe, as well as natural events. The eastern border districts of Bangladesh have seen extraordinary flooding because of the recent release of water from the Dumbur Dam, located upstream of the Gumti River in Tripura State, India. This incident has rekindled long-standing tensions between the two countries, with Bangladesh accusing India of negligence and recklessness…
DikelediM (2024-09-03). Minister Malatsi removes two USAASA Board Members. sanews.gov.za Minister Malatsi removes two USAASA Board Members | In a bid to restore stability and good governance at the Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa (USAASA), Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has removed two board members.
In a statement on Monday, the Minister said he informed Daphne Kula-Rantho and Boitumelo Mabusela of his decision to remove them from the board.
"I have removed the individuals, who are currently employed as civil servants, for failing to obtain approval and to provide evidence of permission from their employers to conduct additional remun…
Julia Kassem (2024-09-03). Uncommitted to Resistance, Committed to Donors, Part II. orinocotribune.com
By Julia Kassem — Aug 30, 2024 | As was described in an earlier article, the Uncommitted Project was an exercise in ultimately garnering support for the Democratic party among constituents disillusioned by the genocide in Gaza. | With more than ever convergence between the Democratic and Republican establishment on domestic and international positions and policy, changes in the level of public opinion on Palestine, while irrelevant with the ruling class support of the Zionist entity and still a minority in the public opinion of Americans as a whole, serves as a barometer for how said ruling class sends its…
Caitlin Johnstone (2024-09-03). You Can Measure The Health Of A Society By How It Treats Its Warmongers And Its Peacemongers. caitlinjohnstone.com.au When those who push for war are elevated to positions of prominence in government and media while those who push for peace are smeared as antisemites and Russian agents, you know you are living in a wildly dysfunctional civilization.
James North (2024-09-03). From reading the NY Times you would think Gaza's polio outbreak was just a natural disaster. mondoweiss.net
Unfortunately, the New York Times is easily the most important U.S. media outlet covering Palestine. So it's time for another up-to-date dissection of ongoing Times bias.
Alfred de Zayas (2024-09-03). Venezuela's Elections of July 28, 2024: What and Whom to Believe? orinocotribune.com By Alfred de Zayas — Aug 30, 2024 | Our media rush to issue sensational headlines and frequently make premature judgements, which, when false, are seldom corrected. With regard to the Venezuelan elections of July 28, we are expected to believe that Nicolás Maduro rigged them. But why do we tend to think that way? Why do the journalists of The New York Times, the Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal insist that we should doubt the results of the elections? Let us try some historical perspective and look back at Venezuela's hundred year tale of corrupt politicians subservient to Washington — until t…
Brian Berletic (2024-09-03). US Seeks "Super Weapons" to Reign as Sole Superpower. thealtworld.com The US openly declares that it seeks to maintain a monopoly over shaping the "international order" following the Cold War and America's emergence from it as the sole superpower. | This policy is not new. | The New York Times in a 1992
Dean Baker (2024-09-03). In the Battle Against Inflation, We Have Already Gone the Last Mile. cepr.net Peter Coy had a somewhat bizarre column in the New York Times yesterday warning us that even though we have gotten rid of most of the pandemic inflation with little rise in unemployment, "any further decline in inflation may not be as painless." The column highlights a new paper by Gauti Eggertsson, one of the …
Edward Carver (2024-09-03). COVID Vaccines May Cost $200 for Uninsured People Due to Federal Funding Cuts. truthout.org The latest coronavirus vaccine costs up to $200 for the roughly 25 million uninsured people in the U.S., due to the defunding of a federal program that previously covered the costs, The Washington Post reported Tuesday. It's the "latest tear in the safety net" as pandemic-era programs wind down, the newspaper reported. Covid-19 vaccines were free for everyone in the U.S. in 2021 and 2022… |