(2026-05-22). Karma: commander in murder of 6yo Hind Rajab 'seriously wounded' in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
Israeli military commander Meir Biderman has been "seriously wounded" by Hezbollah during Israel's war of aggression on Lebanon: he commanded a unit during the Gaza genocide that murdered 6-year-old Hind Rajab, her family, and two paramedics sent to try to help them. Palestinian despatchers had agreed safe passage for the ambulance. The Hind Rajab Foundation […] | By
(2026-05-22). 'Intense mediation' between US and Iran, Israel strikes Lebanon. newarab.com 
For those just joining us, here are the latest updates: | Mediated discussions overseen by Pakistan between Tehran and Washington are ongoing, with the two sides exchanging messages and draft texts to create a formal framework to end the war
| Israel continues to pound southern Lebanon overnight, morning, and well into the afternoon, killing at least ten people, while another Israeli strike hit Tebnine Hospital, the last remaining fully functioning hospital in southern Lebanon
| Israel had deported all the activists, amounting to about 430, of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Apparently, there is one single…
(2026-05-22). Headlines for May 22, 2026. democracynow.org GOP Leaders Delay Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution Until June, "I'll Be the One That Does It": Trump Says He's Ready to Attack Cuba, Syrian Child and Paramedics Are Victims of Latest Israeli Strikes on Lebanon, Deported Global Sumud Flotilla Activists Describe Torture and Abuse by Israeli Captors, Greenlanders Protest as U.S. Opens New Consulate in Nuuk, Senate Delays Vote on ICE Funding as GOP Revolts over Trump's Ballroom and $1.8B "Slush Fund", Advocates Demand Release of Karla Toledo, Tucson Activist Jailed by ICE, Immigrants at For-Profit ICE Jail in California Lau…
(2026-05-22). Israeli soldiers say looting, destruction 'primary mission' in southern Lebanon. radiohc.cu Israeli soldiers occupying southern Lebanon have engaged in widespread looting of civilian homes and businesses alongside the systematic destruction of villages, with commanding officers turning a blind eye to the practice, according to testimonies published by Haaretz. | Five soldiers from different units described a battlefield culture resembling that of a "Viking army," where discipline has given way to moral disintegration and a lawless environment prevails, the newspaper reported. | "For most of the senior commanders, it did not matter. Soldiers looted even when the brigade commander came to visit, and he tu…
(2026-05-22). Corbyn presses Burnham to put words into action on Gaza genocide. thecanary.co 
Jeremy Corbyn has written to Andy Burnham, reminding him that in October 2023 the Manchester mayor spoke out against the "widespread suffering" caused by Israel in Gaza, and has called on Burnham to back a Gaza genocide inquiry into the UK's role in the conflict. He also asked whether Burnham would end all military cooperation […] | By
(2026-05-22). Most Democrats now oppose US aid to Israel and war on Iran. thecanary.co 
Israel's genocide in Gaza and US-led war on Iran is pushing Democratic voters to increasingly oppose the sacred economic and military aid pact between Washington and Israel. Democratic voters change tack Results from a New York Times 2026 Siena poll shows that on the question of economic and military support to Israel: 68% of Democratic […] | By
(2026-05-22). Nearly 3/4 of Democrat voters oppose Israel aid: NYT poll. newarab.com 
A poll by The New York Times/Siena found that 74% of voters aligned with This represents a substantial increase in opposition to Israel, compared with the 45% three years ago, before the start of the genocidal war on Gaza. | When asked which side they sympathised with more, Israel o…
(2026-05-22). Israel's Genocide in Gaza Continues: Hospitals, Water, Bread Lacking. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The raft of What much of the reporting ignores, however, is how necessary the aid flotilla still is, since the Israelis hav…
(2026-05-22). Iran deal collapsing while Cuba burns? Trump's top diplomat issues two front crisis warning | Watch. hindustantimes.com Marco Rubio has warned that any Iranian attempt to impose tolls or permanent control over the Strait of Hormuz would be "illegal" and unacceptable, as tensions between United States and Iran continue to rise. The top U.S. diplomat also hinted at broader security concerns beyond Iran, warning that Washington is increasingly focused on growing threats from rival powers and regional instability as global tensions escalate.
(2026-05-22). Strait of Peril: Trump, Tehran and The New Battle for Hormuz. ummid.com The United States and Iran appear locked between diplomacy and military escalation as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz intensify.
(2026-05-22). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-22). Trump dares Xi Jinping to launch Taiwan war with this one move in Asia; Taipei in China firing line. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump's remarks about possibly speaking with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te have triggered sharp warnings from Beijing just days after the Trump-Xi summit in China. Chinese officials said any direct contact with Taiwan's leadership would cross a major "red line" and damage recent diplomatic progress. The controversy comes as Washington weighs a massive new arms package for Taiwan worth up to $14 billion. Analysts warn a Trump-Lai call could reignite tensions across the Taiwan Strait, overshadow Xi Jinping's planned U.S. visit and push U.S.-China ties toward another dangerous confrontation. preferred source…
(2026-05-22). Trump-Xi Beijing Summit Signals Fragile Reset in US-China Relations. ummid.com US President Donald Trump's high-stakes visit to Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping has triggered global attention amid worsening geopolitical rivalries, trade tensions and security concerns.
(2026-05-22). Leaders Xi, Putin meet over tea; rare earth find in northeast China: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Substance for Putin, 'face' for Trump as China, Russia deepen strategic alliance…
(2026-05-22). Sara Ishaq's The Station: A powerful ode to Yemen's women. newarab.com 
Gaza, Lebanon, Iran… Our daily newsfeeds are constantly updated with Since 2014, Yemen has been devastated by
(2026-05-22). Cuba: Declassified records on the 'Brothers to the Rescue' shootdown. mronline.org 
On Eve of Raul Castro Indictment, Archive Posts Declassified FAA Documents on Events Leading to Shootdown of Cuban Exile Planes FAA Emails Foresaw "Worst Case Scenario""One of these days the Cubans will shoot down one of these planes"
(2026-05-22). Brazilian Oil Workers Demand that Lula & Brazil Break the US Oil Blockade of Cuba. indybay.org Brazilian oil workers unions are demanding that Brazil and Lula break the US imposed oil embargo on Cuba. They have rallied at the headquarters of Petrobras to end the oil blockade…
(2026-05-22). Nobody Sincerely Believes Cuba Threatens The United States. caitlinjohnstone.com.au In a sign that the US is preparing for yet another evil war, Marco Rubio is now "Cuba not only has weapons that they've acquired from Russia and China over the years, but they also host Russian and Chinese intelligence presence in their country‚Ää—‚Äänot far from…
(2026-05-22). Cuba: Raul Castro's Indictment Exposes US Hypocrisy. popularresistance.org The Trump administration's decision to pursue an indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro (2008—2018) over the shoot-down of two Brothers to the Rescue aircraft three decades ago has drawn attention amid broader allegations of U.S. double standards. Analysts and political figures point to the contrast between this legal action and reported U.S. military operations in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific that has destroyed small boats and resulted in nearly 200 deaths, without an ounce of legal accountability. | The contradiction is difficult to ignore.
(2026-05-22). Podcast/Painting Video: Bastards, Billionaires And Bombs. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Caitlin and Tim discuss Itamar Ben-Gvir, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Cuba, capitalist dystopia, and love. Caitlin paints Ben-Gvir. Available in video and audio. Please send us your questions, comments and feedback so we can respond to them in the next episode. __________________ The best way to make sure you see everything I publish is to …
(2026-05-22). Tuesday 5/26: STOP Strangling Cuba! Lula & Brazil Break the Oil Blockade – Rally at Brazilian Consulate. indybay.org Brazilian Consulate | 300 Montgomery St. | San Francisco…
(2026-05-22). Raúl Castro is a hero: The real criminals are the U.S. Imperialists. mronline.org 
Millions of people across the world still view the Cuban Revolution as a symbol of sovereignty, resistance and international solidarity.
(2026-05-22). Saturday 5/30: The Donroe Doctrine & Aggression Against Latin America / Fundraiser for Cuba. indybay.org La Pena Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley…
(2026-05-22). Released Gaza flotilla abductees raped, signs of torture. thecanary.co 
Content warning: contains graphic images of torture and abuse The first Flotilla volunteers criminally abducted week by Israel as they sailed to Gaza with humanitarian supplies have begun to make their way home after deportation. They show horrific signs of torture and violence at the hands of their evil, supremacist captors. Brazilian activist Thiago Avila […] | By
(2026-05-22). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-22). Israeli drone strike kills child in Gaza. electronicintifada.net Israel's finance minister Bezalel Smotrich boasts of planned demolition of Palestinian village in occupied West Bank.
(2026-05-22). Skin infections rampant in Gaza as Israel cuts off medicines. newarab.com 
Skin infections in A new report from
(2026-05-22). "It's Possible to Win Women and Compete with Men" and Other Profound Insights from the DNC's Autopsy. davidswanson.org The Democrats' autopsy doesn't simply not mention Gaza. It doesn't mention anything at all. Kamala Harris's platform doesn't come up. What the candidate said she'd do if elected isn't apparently relevant to why she lost. Therefore, what policy proposals she might have offered that she didn't must be irrelevant too. This is typical political campaignthink. …
(2026-05-22). Gaza's Palestinian women are fighting for family reunification. newarab.com 
When Safaa Nidal joined dozens of Unlike others at the protest, Safaa barely raised her voice, instead staring at her phone for a message from her husband in Egypt, perhaps news of the Rafah crossing reopening or her name on a travel list after months of failed attempts to le…
(2026-05-22). Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid. aljazeera.com Irish activist Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid…
(2026-05-22). Board of Peace envoy warns Gaza division could become permanent. newarab.com 
The Gaza high representative of In its first report to the UN Security Council, the board called
(2026-05-22). Ben Gvir Sparks Global Outrage After Harassing Gaza Flotilla Activists. popularresistance.org On 20 May, several western countries summoned Israeli ambassadors and issued strong condemnations against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir after he released a video showing a humiliating "welcome party" for abducted activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla. | The activists are seen zip-tied, kneeling, and forced into grueling stress positions while Israel's national anthem blares over them. | Ben Gvir posted the degrading spectacle with the caption "Welcome to Israel," telling security personnel in the video, "don't be bothered by their screams" as a bound activist cried out in the background.
(2026-05-22). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Lebanon moves closer to opening second international airport. newarab.com 
Lebanon this week moved a step closer to opening a second international airport which could likely become a hub for low-cost travel in the country. | On Tuesday, The company emerged as the winner from 18 bidders in the tender process. | The airport — often referred to as Qleiaat Airport after a nearby village — is located in the northern governorate of Akkar, around six to s…
(2026-05-22). Cockroach Janta Party Manifesto: Glaring Silence on Fundamental Issues. ummid.com The manifesto of the Cockroach Janta Party is conspicuously silent on the fundamental issues that the majority of Indians are facing today.
(2026-05-22). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-22). GOOD: NEWS: NOAA predicts a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. wattsupwiththat.com Early preparation essential to staying safe all season Forecasters with NOAA's National Weather Service are predicting a below-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic basin this year. NOAA's outlook for the…
(2026-05-22). Direct from Drone World Congress: 'The whole world looks to China for drones'. ecns.cn Direct from Drone World Congress: The whole world looks to China for drones.The Drone World Congress 2026 opens at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center in Shenzhen, China, May 21, 2026./Chinanews.com.Shenzhen produces 70% of the worlds consumer drones and nearly 50% of industrial drones.
(2026-05-22). Fish-skin art creates bridge for cultural exchange. ecns.cn Inside the bustling cultural exhibition hall of the 10th China-Russia Expo, a steady stream of international visitors found themselves huddled around a workshop table, handling a material few associated with fine art: raw, tanned fish skin.
(2026-05-22). Fitch affirms Eskom credit rating. sanews.gov.za Fitch affirms Eskom credit rating | Credit rating agency Fitch has affirmed Eskom's Local-Currency Issuer Default rating at 'B' with a stable outlook. ⚪ The agency further affirmed the power utility's senior unsecured debt at 'B' with a Recovery Rating of 'RR4' and its senior unsecured guaranteed debt at 'BB-'. ⚪ "The affirmation reflects the strong links between Eskom and South Africa's 'BB- 'Outlook Stable, under Fitch's latest Government-Related Entities rating criteria. ⚪ "In its detailed update report, Fitch noted Eskom's operations are improving and the delivery of its business plan may lead to funding o…
(2026-05-22). Comicomment: Danger looms from Japan's remilitarization 'gray rhino'. ecns.cn The "gray rhino" of Japan's remilitarization is running toward us. As Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun noted, many international experts, scholars, and media observe that Japan has abandoned pacifism and is undergoing its most dangerous shift in security policy since World War II, posing serious threats to regional and global stability.
(2026-05-22). JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key: When and Where to Check. ummid.com IIT Roorkee has released JEE Advanced 2026 Question Papers, and is now preparing to publish the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key and candidates' response sheet (OMR Sheet) on its official website jeeadv.ac.in.
(2026-05-22). Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will pay an official visit to China from May 23 to 26, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Thursday.
(2026-05-22). Fear and Adaptation in Marin's Canal Community Amid ICE Enforcement. indybay.org This article examines the impact of increased ICE enforcement on immigrant communities in Marin County, particularly within San Rafael's Canal neighborhood. Through interviews and local reporting, it explores how fear of detention affects daily life, education, work, and community trust. The piece highlights the experiences of residents and outreach workers who have witnessed growing anxiety among families. It also discusses the broader political and social climate surrounding immigration enforcement in the Bay Area. By focusing on personal stories alongside local context, the article aims to show the human…
(2026-05-22). KPFA Local Station Board Meeting Held In Virtual Secrecy With No Posting At KPFA.org. indybay.org This is the audio of the KPFA Local Station board meeting on 5-20-26. It was held in virtual secret since it was not posted on the KPFA web site and was unknown by most of the KPFA members & audience…
(2026-05-22). Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party. aljazeera.com Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.
(2026-05-22). Thursday 5/21: Webinar: Blocking the Bombs: How Far Will Democrats Go on Israel? indybay.org Online | www.crowdcast.io/c/democrats-military-ai……
(2026-05-22). New EHRC guidance both clarifies and complicates the legal rights of trans people. thecanary.co 
There is a familiar refrain that follows my partner and I as we navigated the UK's public bathrooms. As a gender-nonconforming couple, we're painfully aware of the transphobic discourse that overshadows our daily lives. Approaching a set of bathrooms whilst out and about, and not wanting to draw more attention to ourselves, one or both […] | By
(2026-05-22). Knicks move two wins from the NBA Finals with 109-93 victory over the Cavs. aljazeera.com New York Knicks use an explosive third quarter to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
(2026-05-22). Artist Invitational!! X-country Emergency Intervention Parades!! In adventures of myriad.. indybay.org Informal parades of small and large groups zig-zagging around where intuition and adventure and sprituality (?) brings us!! In order to reach the human beings everywhere!!
(2026-05-22). Trade unions, mass organisations and the left: From historical necessity to reassessment and renewal. links.org.au 
The past decades have witnessed fundamental transformations in the way people think and organise, which the left cannot afford to ignore, writes Rezgar Akrawi.
(2026-05-22). 'Comrade Keir' or just (finally) rational UK energy policy? responsiblestatecraft.org In a major policy shift, the British government decided this week to lift sanctions on Russian energy products, in two ways.First, a general trade license was issued allowing for the import of diesel and jet fuel from Russian oil that has been processed in third countries like India and Turkey. A
(2026-05-22). Feeding the rich, poor fed to wolves. Well done Angus! independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-22). Call for stronger implementation-driven approach to cooperation between SA and Botswana. sanews.gov.za Call for stronger implementation-driven approach to cooperation between SA and Botswana | Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister, Alexandra Abrahams, has called for a stronger implementation-driven approach to bilateral economic cooperation focused on investment, industrialisation and regional value chains between South Africa and Botswana. | Speaking at the South Africa-Botswana Business Forum in Gaborone on Thursday, the Deputy Minister emphasised that economic growth and job creation must remain at the centre of regional cooperation efforts. | The Business Forum took place on the margins of the 6th Se…
(2026-05-22). JVP/NPP government in Sri Lanka preparing further attacks on workers amid growing crisis. wsws.org Sri Lanka's worsening balance of payments crisis, soaring oil bill and rupee depreciation are driving the JVP/NPP government into a deepening crisis.
(2026-05-22). Ethiopia claims Egypt blocking efforts to secure Red Sea access. newarab.com 
(2026-05-22). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-22). 'Almost Worthless': Progressives Rip 2024 Autopsy the DNC Didn't Want You To See. portside.org 'Almost Worthless': Progressives Rip 2024 Autopsy the DNC Didn't Want You To See |
(2026-05-22). Spanberger's ICE Actions Deepen Divide with Virginia Democrats. progressivehub.net MARKUS SCHMIDT | VIRGINIA MERCURY…
(2026-05-22). Israel orders UN food agency to cut ties with Turkish NGO. newarab.com 
"WFP has been instructed by the Israeli authorities to suspend fuel provision immediately and all activities with its partner IHH, cutting off assistance to more than 166,000 people who rely on daily hot meals, bread, and nutrition support to survive," an agency spokesperson…
(2026-05-22). Gauteng to rehabilitate various culverts and bridges in Tshwane. sanews.gov.za Gauteng to rehabilitate various culverts and bridges in Tshwane | The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport will be undertaking a major rehabilitation programme for culverts and bridges in the City of Tshwane to ensure their long-term safety, durability, and functionality. | The programme, in Regions 3 and 4, covers Wards 107, 66, 55, 48, and 7 and focuses on the repairs to and restoration of a number of bridge structures and culverts across the city. | The rehabilitation programme is conducted under the department's Bridge Management System to preserve critical provincial road infrastructure that underpins…
(2026-05-22). Reform's Suella Braverman blames Tories for "exodus" of Brits. thecanary.co 
Tory-Reform turncoat, MP Suella Braverman, is angry that Brits are leaving Britain. Falling immigration has not yet filled the void that exists in place of her soul. "The brightest and the best are leaving the UK," Suella Braverman wrote in response to a Telegraph report featuring immigration stats from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). […] | By
(2026-05-22). Why Are 93,600 Pakistani Children at Risk for TB—and How Do We Stop It? thinktank.pk In a landmark move to protect Pakistan's youngest and most vulnerable citizens, the Common Management Unit for AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (CMU) at Pakistan's Ministry of National Health Services, Regulation and Coordination, the World Health Organization (WHO), and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) have convened a high-level two-day consultation to accelerate the national response to childhood …
(2026-05-22). Israel and Latin American Christian Zionists seek to promote Isaac Accords. electronicintifada.net With a new wave of right-wing administrations and elections in Brazil and Colombia looming, regional solidarity with Palestine is under critical threat.
(2026-05-22). "AI Resist List" : Karen Hao on Data Center Resistance, Tech Billionaires, "Empire of AI" & More. democracynow.org 
We speak with journalist Karen Hao, author of Empire of AI, about the Trump administration's alliance with tech billionaires, efforts to regulate artificial intelligence technology, and rising local opposition to data centers across the United States. | "In 2025, these data center protests successfully stalled over $100 billion worth of these facilities," says Hao. "It really does cut across political lines."…
(2026-05-22). Eid al Adha 2026: Saudi Arabia pushes Dhul Hijjah Moon Sighting to Sunday May 17. ummid.com In a last minute change, the Saudi Supreme Court has pushed to Dhul Hijjah 1447AH Moon Sighting, which confirms the first day of Eid al Adha 2026 and Hajj Day (Youme Arafat 2026), to Sunday May 17, 2026.
(2026-05-22). Trump's IRS Deal Is a Massive Test for Congress and the Courts. portside.org Trump's IRS Deal Is a Massive Test for Congress and the Courts |
(2026-05-22). Over 2,000 gather in San Diego to mourn three men killed in mosque attack. geo.tv 
People attend a prayer service for the victims of a shooting at the Islamic Centre, in San Diego, California, US, May 21, 2026. — ReutersOver 2,000 mourners honour men killed defending mosque.FBI investigates attack as suspected hate crime.Mourners call for end to anti-Muslim…
(2026-05-22). Jamiat Releases Critical Analysis of Babri Masjid Judgement. ummid.com Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, one of the largest representative bodies of the Indian Muslims, Saturday May 16, 2026 a detailed report titled 'A Critical Anlysis of Babri Masjid Judgement and The Places of Worship Act 1991'.
(2026-05-22). Iraq weighs new ministry to bring militias under state control. newarab.com 
Iraq is considering the creation of a federal security ministry that would restrict the activities of Three sources in Baghdad told The New Arab that the proposal is being examined by the government of recently appointed
(2026-05-22). Long Island Rail Road Workers: Vote "No" on the contract! Unite with NYC subway and bus workers to fight for inflation-busting wage increases! wsws.org Workers should form rank-and-file committees, independent of the union apparatus, to finish what you started in your three-day strike…
(2026-05-22). China expects record summer power demand. ecns.cn China's peak summer electricity demand is expected to reach a record 1.6 billion kilowatts this year, about 90 million kilowatts higher than last summer, as authorities step up smart grid coordination and nationwide power dispatching to prevent shortages during extreme heat, according to media reports.
(2026-05-22). Live: Eid al Adha 2026, Hajj 1447H Dates Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia and the Moon Sighting Committees in United Arab Emirate (UAE), Kuwait, Qatar, India, Jordan, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other countries have appealed Muslims to report if they sight the new moon of the Holy month of Dhul Hijjah today i.e. Sunday 29th of Dhu al-Qadah 1447 AH, corresponding to May 17, 2026, to confirm the date and time of Eid al Adha 2026, and Hajj 2026 and Arafat Day.
(2026-05-22). Gauteng Health tightens controls to protect public purse. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Health tightens controls to protect public purse | The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) says it is strengthening measures to further secure payroll controls and improve consequence management to ensure that public funds are "protected and used responsibly to support the delivery of healthcare service". ⚪ The department said it would be tightening measures including: | • Tightening labour relations processes. | • Strengthening leave and incapacity management. | • Implementing employee verification interventions and | •…
(2026-05-22). TN SSLC 10th Result 2026 Today: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu State Board of Secondary Education (TNBSE) is declaring the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (TBSE SSLC) 10th and HSE +1 Class 11 result 2026 on its official website tnresults.nic.in as well as associate websites, including DigiLocker today i.e. Wednesday May 20, 2026.
(2026-05-22). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-22). Turkey's Erdogan shuts Istanbul's Bilgi University. newarab.com 
Turkish President Recep The decree, published in the official journal, revokes the operating licence of Istanbul's Bilgi University, which has more than 20,000 students from The closure was ef…
(2026-05-22). Amid security threats, Syria attempts to cement stability, international ties. longwarjournal.org A car bombing in central Damascus on May 19 killed one soldier and wounded civilians, as Syrian forces conducted raids against suspected militants in Deir Ez Zor. Damascus is also advancing reconciliation efforts with Kurdish groups and pursuing international diplomatic engagement.
(2026-05-22). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-22). Wednesday 7/29: Queer Pop! Jazz Funk Dance Class Series. indybay.org Joe Goode Annex | 401 Alabama St, | San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-05-22). Marxist theory and the global ecological crisis. mronline.org 
Metabolic Rifts: Capitalism's Assault on the Earth System.
(2026-05-22). Thursday 6/18: Artist Reception at Caldwell Snyder Gallery featuring Deladier Almeida. indybay.org 341 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108…
(2026-05-22). IHC permanently bans poisoning, shooting of stray dogs in Islamabad. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday issued a landmark ruling on petitions seeking humane management of the stray dog population in the federal capital, permanently banning the poisoning, shooting, and unnecessary killing of stray dogs in Islamabad. | Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro issued the detailed 24-page verdict, directing authorities to adopt the scientific "trap, sterilise, vaccinate, and release" method for controlling the stray dog population. | The court ordered the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board, the Capital Development Authority (CDA), and other relevant departments to strictly implement th…
(2026-05-22). Inter-Madaris Sports Festival kicks off in Peshawar. tribune.com.pk 
The Inter-Madaris Sports Festival, organized by the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Directorate of Sports, officially commenced in Peshawar on Friday. | The festival features eight teams from various madaris, with four teams each competing in football and cricket. Football matches are being played at Tahmash Khan Football Stadium, while cricket matches are taking place at Gymkhana Cricket Stadium. | The formal inauguration was performed by Director Hayatabad Sports Complex, Salim Raza. He was accompanied by Director Sports Operations Jamshid Baloch, Organizing Secretary Mufti Faiz, Deputy Director Kashif Farhan, DSO Faisal…
(2026-05-22). Protesting Trump's Targeting Iranian Visa Green Card Holders. juancole.com — | The Middle East Studies Association's (MESA) Task Force on Civil and Human Rights expresses our deep concern regarding the Trump administration's targeting of visa and green card holders from Iran, including Iranian academics and students, based on their familial ties and political views. While immigration-based targeti…
(2026-05-22). Fire breaks out at Ebola treatment center in DR Congo. ecns.cn The latest outbreak of Ebola, initially reported in Ituri Province, has now affected North Kivu and South Kivu of DRC, while two confirmed cases have also been reported in the neighboring country of Uganda. The Chinese Embassy in the DRC has reminded Chinese citizens in the country to take precautions against the epidemic.
(2026-05-22). 'Carb face' trend fuels appearance anxiety, sparks online criticism. ecns.cn The term "carb face", referring to alleged facial puffiness caused by excessive carbohydrate intake, has drawn criticism from Chinese internet users after spreading across social media video platforms in recent years.
(2026-05-22). Hajj Defies War Fears: Why Millions Still Travel to Saudi Arabia. thinktank.pk As tensions continue to shake the Middle East, more than 1.5 million Muslims from around the world are still gathering in Saudi Arabia for one of Islam's most sacred religious obligations — the Hajj pilgrimage. Despite fears linked to regional conflict, drone threats, and growing geopolitical instability, the annual spiritual journey to Mecca remains largely …
(2026-05-22). Greenland protests U.S. consulate opening. ecns.cn The U.S. operates a military base in Greenland. Washington has repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, drawing strong opposition from Denmark and various other parties.
(2026-05-22). Russia's strength in digitalizing its economy has become its Achilles heel. gilbertdoctorow.com There are surely those among you who are scratching their heads and wondering why Doctorow makes such a big deal about the disruption of the internet communications. You may say to yourselves: my kids could profit if our internet went down. Well friends, let me explain what you likely do not know about today's Russia …
(2026-05-22). Why hybrids — not EVs — are winning over US consumers. grist.org Even as gas prices continued to rise across the United States, sales of electric vehicles fell in April. That is in contrast to strong growth elsewhere in the world, such as Europe. But American drivers are gravitating toward at least one more efficient powertrain: hybrids. | Sales of new EVs fell roughly 18 percent from March to April, according to the latest data from Edmunds, an auto research firm. Another company, Cox Automotive,
(2026-05-22). The Real Cost of Union Busting Is Much Higher Than You Think. portside.org The Real Cost of Union Busting Is Much Higher Than You Think |
(2026-05-22). Wider opening-up to draw more foreign investment. ecns.cn China will remain a prime long-term destination for global investors, driven by its vast consumer market, deeper opening-up and rapid advances in digital and green technologies, which are reshaping industries and generating fresh growth opportunities, government officials and business executives said on Thursday.
(2026-05-22). Should Taxpayers Bear the $1 Billion Cost of Hosting the World Cup? indybay.org Summary: Canada is set to host the world cup in 2026 and the estimated total cost crosses over the $1 billion mark. Is it worth it for the economy or will taxpayers waste their money?>
(2026-05-22). Emperor penguins, Antarctic fur seals now on endangered species Red List. wsws.org The listing underlines the impact of climate change on Antarctica, which is posing an existential threat to wildlife with rising sea levels and atmospheric temperatures.
(2026-05-22). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-22). Is the CIA car bombing narcos in Mexico? responsiblestatecraft.org On March 28, a pickup truck exploded on a highway north of Mexico City, killing two alleged cartel members. One of the victims was identified as Francisco Beltrán, alias 'El Payín,' a reported lieutenant of Sinaloa Cartel kingpin 'El Meño'. The story went largely ignored in the U.S. But recent reports from
(2026-05-22). With contracts for over 250,000 Ontario education workers set to expire in August: Unions prepare another betrayal of teachers and support staff. wsws.org In 2022, the unions saved the government from a direct political confrontation with the working class and are determined to do so again under conditions of a much deeper social and economic crisis, and greater popular hostility to the ruling class' agenda of austerity and war.
(2026-05-22). CARTOONS: Mark David like brown bread. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-22). At least 15 flotilla activists report sexual assault. newarab.com 
Activists freed from "At least 15 cases of sexual assaults, including rape. Shot wi…
(2026-05-22). China's UN envoy urges protection of civilians. ecns.cn China called for ceasefires, political dialogue and civilian protection during a UN Security Council annual debate on the protection of civilians on Wednesday, as the United Nations reported rising civilian deaths, displacement and attacks on hospitals in conflicts worldwide.
(2026-05-22). Saturday 5/23: Free virtual world premiere screening of the documentary feature film "Land of Canaan" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wdHQ……
(2026-05-22). Adani US Settlement, But At What Cost? ummid.com When Narendra Modi took charge of India's economy, he loudly promoted the slogan 'Make in India' and portrayed as if he is trying hard to attract companies from around the world to invest in the country, he however ended up with 'Make America Great Again'.
(2026-05-22). Hajj Sermon 2026 by Sheikh Hudhaifi to broadcast live in 30+ languages. ummid.com Arafat Sermon 2026 to be delivered by Sheikh Ali Bin Abdul Rahman Hudhaify from Masjid Namirah on Tuesday Dhul Hijjah 9, 1447 AH, corresponding to May 26, 2026, will be available in more than 30 languages.
(2026-05-22). Art education exchange series for China-Russia Years of Education open in Beijing. ecns.cn The opening ceremony of the art education exchange series for the China-Russia Years of Education was held in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-05-22). TN SSLC Result 2026: 5,171 Schools Score 100%. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu State Board of Secondary Education (TNBSE) declared the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (TBSE SSLC) 10th result 2026 on its official website tnresults.nic.in as well as associate websites, including DigiLocker today based on which Merit List with toppers name are prepared.
(2026-05-22). Australian budget further squeezes university funding. wsws.org Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government particularly targeted the universities and their staff and students in last week's budget.
(2026-05-22). Miscellany: explaining the disappointments and pleasant surprises of my ongoing visit to St Petersburg. gilbertdoctorow.com I have received one acidic comment on my latest essay published here yesterday suggesting that I am joining ranks with George Soros and Anne Applebaum in their decades long campaign to blacken the image of Russia and promote Cold War. Nothing could be further from the truth. Over the years, I have repeatedly denounced the …
(2026-05-22). USCT enlistees from California soon acknowledged and valued. indybay.org 1,918 USCT, enlisted from California soon validated and recognized. Colored soldiers served in artillery and infantry and performed all non-combat support functions that sustain an army as well. Colored carpenters, chaplains, cooks, guards, laborers, nurses, scouts, spies, steamboat pilots, surgeons, and teamsters also contributed to the war cause.
(2026-05-22). China-developed bone adhesive enters fast-track review in U.S., China. ecns.cn A China-developed bone adhesive has been granted fast-track designations by both China and the United States, marking a first for a domestic orthopedic device.
(2026-05-22). Socialism AI answers the New York Times: Not yes or no to AI, but who controls it. wsws.org he New York Times welcomes the backlash against AI while channeling it toward a more responsible capitalism that leaves the oligarchy's ownership of the technology untouched.
(2026-05-22). How Islamophobia became central to British nationalism. newarab.com 
British nationalism has now become so synonymous with Anti-Muslim sentiment that it's almost impossible to disentangle national pride from Islamophobia. The "Unite the Kingdom" As mainstream media's silence appears to signal these are acceptable scenes of public display and use of national symbols, it has left many of us wondering why c…
(2026-05-22). Wednesday 5/20: Press conference: Adelanto ICE detention hunger strike. indybay.org Zoom: | http: //bit.ly/May20AdelantoStrike…
(2026-05-22). Ice Detention Facility Planned for Gilroy, California. indybay.org According to the Santa Cruz Sentinel from Tuesday, May 19, work is to begin on a ICE detention facility near Gilroy, California. Let us see what we can do to stop this outrage.
(2026-05-22). A New Kind of Family-Separation Crisis. portside.org A New Kind of Family-Separation Crisis |
(2026-05-22). How 'Anonymous Quotes' Are Used by Political Journalists and Spin Doctors to Deceive the Public. bylinetimes.com No one who has followed political journalism closely in recent decades could fail to have noticed a curious development. | The number of anonymous quotes that appear in political stories has risen to a near industrial scale. | This tradition has a noble history, epitomised by arguably the greatest political scoop of all time, the Watergate scandal. | The key to nailing the story by Washington Post reporters Woodward and Bernstein famously came from their 'Deep Throat' source. | 'Follow the money,' the source told them, among other things, anonymously of course. | The two reporters would never have been able to…
(2026-05-22). Stephen Colbert Out at CBS as Trump Weaponizes Regulatory Power to Control the Media: David Sirota. democracynow.org 
Late-night comedian Stephen Colbert has ended his 11-year run as host of The Late Show on CBS. His program's cancellation removes one of President Trump's most vocal critics from the airwaves and comes after the comedian criticized his own employer for agreeing to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit brought by President Trump. The settlement came as CBS parent company Paramount was seeking the Trump administration's approval for a merger with Skydance, which the Trump administration approved just one week after CBS announced Colbert's ouster. Trump's FCC Chair Brendan Carr has openly…
(2026-05-22). Khan blocks deal between Israel-linked Palantir and Met Police. newarab.com 
Khan expressed "serious concerns" after the Met said it agreed to use the firm's AI technology to automate intelligence analysis in criminal investigations, and said the police had only considered Palantir, which has long be…
(2026-05-22). Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 Postponed, Check New Date. ummid.com The Kerala DHSE and Vocational Higher Secondary (VHSE) Class 12 (Plus Two) 2026 results, supposed to be declared today i.e. Friday May 22, 2026, have been postponed and delayed.
(2026-05-22). Manufacturing Consent: When Media Starts Interpreting Events. ummid.com Manufacturing Consent is a crucial theoretical framework for understanding this very process, one in which consent does not emerge spontaneously, but is instead systematically engineered, and the media, those in power, and investigative agencies lie at the very center of this process.
(2026-05-22). Sino-Russian statements help shore up unity, stability. ecns.cn Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day whirlwind state visit to China concluded on Wednesday night. Although brief, it was highly productive, with analysts impressed by the results, including two joint statements and a long list of outcomes.
(2026-05-22). The great Treasury fiction: Why public investment is rigged to fail. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-22). Stephen Colbert hosts Late Show finale after controversial cancellation. scmp.com Paul McCartney led an all-star line-up for the final episode of The Late Show as frontman Stephen Colbert bowed out after broadcaster CBS cancelled his show as it courted US President Donald Trump. | But one A-lister who eluded the comic to the end was the pope, whom Colbert, a devout Catholic, had long touted as his dream guest. | "The pope, who was definitely my guest tonight, has cancelled," Colbert joked, blaming a dispute over hot dogs before McCartney appeared to rapturous cheers.
(2026-05-22). Cristiano Ronaldo to lead Portugal in 2026 FIFA World Cup. ummid.com Legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has been confirmed to lead the Portugal national football team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2026-05-22). In a rare show of global unity, countries adopt landmark climate ruling. grist.org 
About six years ago, law students at the University of the South Pacific convinced the government of the small island nation of Vanuatu to take the harms wrought by climate change all the way to the International Court of Justice, the world's highest legal authority. Vanuatu, along with the students,
(2026-05-22). A Discussion On The New Novel 'Palaces Of The Crow'. popularresistance.org "We tell the stories that perpetuate the narrative or the myth we want, and we erase the others," Chris Hedges states in this interview with Ray Nayler about his new book, "Palaces of the Crow," which centers around four teenagers from varying backgrounds who struggle to survive during World War II. The war, Nayler says, fundamentally reshaped the world geopolitically, technologically and socially in ways that have profoundly impacted the environment in which we live today. Critical lessons from that moment in time are being lost, with media and governments covering up the deep and long-lasting wounds inflicted u…
(2026-05-22). AI's role in cultural domain discussed. ecns.cn Cultural innovation and development empowered by artificial intelligence have become hot topics at the ongoing Forum on Building up Chinas Cultural Strength 2026 in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, with the participants, including officials and scholars.
(2026-05-22). Two-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after 'severe illness'. aljazeera.com Busch was in his 22nd full-time season in NASCAR's top division, where he won two Cup Series titles in 2015 and 2019.
(2026-05-22). Even Starmer is now campaigning to get Starmer out. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer has said he is going to Makerfield to campaign for Andy Burnham in the manufactured by-election there. And he says he wants everyone else to do the same, no matter what "other discussions are going on". In doing so, he has become the first PM in history to campaign for his own removal: […] | By
(2026-05-22). Greenwishing: Shiny Promises Fall Short. wattsupwiththat.com Excitement is good; delusion isn't. Let's demand proof, not promises. Reliable, affordable energy isn't a luxury—it's the foundation of modern life—time to get serious about what energy technologies actually scales."
(2026-05-22). US sanctions Lebanon MPs, security officials over Hezbollah ties. newarab.com 
Those sanctioned include MPs from Hezbollah, its ally
(2026-05-22). The humiliation of finding secret Israeli bases in Iraq. responsiblestatecraft.org It is difficult to imagine anything more uncomfortable and embarrassing for leaders of Iraq than clandestinely established Israeli military bases on Iraqi territory. Two such bases
(2026-05-22). Malaysia orders TikTok to address 'defamatory' content about king. aljazeera.com Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of 'grossly offensive' content.
(2026-05-22). Team Cristiano Ronaldo wins SPL 2025/26 Championship for Al Nassr. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025/26: Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr Thursday May 21, 2026 won the Saudi Pro League 2025/26 Championship, after seven long years.
(2026-05-22). 'Hear Us Now!': Families of People Detained Demand to be Heard in Friday Morning Rally Outside of Delaney Hall 04/22 10 am. fightbackbetter.com For immediate release: May 22nd, 2026 Media contact: Movimiento Cosecha, movimientocosechainfo@gmail.com ***MEDIA ADVISORY** 'Hear Us Now!': Families of People Detained Demand to be…
(2026-05-22). Four Gulf states to attend NATO summit amid Iran war uncertainty. newarab.com 
The summit, scheduled to take place in Ankara on 7 and 8 July, is expected to focus heavily on the war in Iran, divisions among Western…
(2026-05-22). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-22). NCBD — The Next Growth Chapter in Pune. ummid.com What most serious developers and institutional investors now call Pune's Northern Central Business District (NCBD) is the stretch running through Baner, Balewadi, Wakad and into the outer ring of Hinjewadi.
(2026-05-22). PM Shehbaz meets Qatari delegation to boost investment under SIFC. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday held talks with a delegation from Qatar-based Taameer Group, led by the group's founder Muhammad Hussein Al Ali, to discuss investment opportunities in Pakistan's tourism, hospitality, real estate, and construction sectors, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office. | During the meeting, PM Shehbaz described Qatar as a longstanding friend of Pakistan that had consistently supported the country during difficult times. He said the government was prioritising measures to attract foreign investment and had removed major obstacles through the Special Inve…
(2026-05-22). China, Pakistan eye stronger cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping called on Thursday for stronger strategic communication, continued traditional friendship and deeper all-around cooperation between China and Pakistan, as the two Asian neighbors marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
(2026-05-22). How Hennepin County unwound an ICE agent's web of lies. mronline.org 
Christian Castro is now the subject of a nationwide arrest warrant.
(2026-05-22). Paris Nanterre Triumphs at ICC Moot Court: French Legal Stars Shine in The Hague. thinktank.pk THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Paris Nanterre University has been crowned champion of the 5th edition of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Moot Court Competition in French, following a compelling final round held in Courtroom 2 of the ICC headquarters on May 21, 2026 The prestigious competition, organized by The Hague Academy of International Law with …
(2026-05-22). Have guts, demolish illegal houses of rich: Congress on Bandra demolition drive. ummid.com Slamming the demolition drive in Garib Nagar, Bandra in Mumbai, the Congress Party Tuesday May 19, 2026 dared the government to pull down the illegal homes of rich.
(2026-05-22). WHO: Ebola situation in DRC, Uganda not 'pandemic emergency'. ecns.cn The risk of the Ebola epidemic is "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level," and the situation is not a "pandemic emergency," the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Wednesday.
(2026-05-22). China's second domestically made cruise ship to launch inaugural voyage in Nov. ecns.cn China's second domestically made cruise ship, Adora Flora City, will launch its inaugural voyage on November 22 from Guangzhou in Guangdong province, according to its operator, Adora Cruises Ltd.
(2026-05-22). Greenlanders protest opening of new US consulate in Nuuk. aljazeera.com Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk as the United States opened a new consulate in Greenland's capital.
(2026-05-22). Paper-cut master slices living from silhouettes. ecns.cn Many of the visitors are drawn to 65-year-old Wang Chuncai's paper-cut silhouette stall, where his scissors slice through black paper to fashion vivid, lifelike silhouettes of his customers in less than a minute.
(2026-05-22). Stephen Bunting beats Luke Humphries to win Premier League Darts. thecanary.co 
Stephen Bunting closed the Premier League darts stage in style in Sheffield, beating Luke Humphries 6-3. Meanwhile, Humphries' run to the final means he will avoid a semi-final against Luke Littler at Finals Night in London. Bunting's night was more than a single result. He averaged north of 106 and landed seven 180s across his […] | By
(2026-05-22). "Politically Driven Epidemic" : Ebola Response Hampered by Impoverishment & U.S. Global Health Cuts. democracynow.org 
The deadly Ebola outbreak spreading across the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed at least 177 people, with more than 750 suspected cases reported in the DRC and neighboring Uganda, according to the World Health Organization. Health officials believe the virus may have been spreading undetected for months before the outbreak was identified, raising concerns that the scale of transmission could be far greater than initially understood. The epidemic has spread hundreds of miles away to South Kivu province, now under the control of the ‚Å Alliance Fleuve Congo, which includes the Rwanda-…
(2026-05-22). Can Southampton rebuild after Spygate? thecanary.co 
Southampton held its hands up, admitting to spying charges after it was caught red-handed covertly filing opponents. For this clear violation of the rules, they have received more than a light slap on the wrist despite protesting the severity of the sanctions against it. The saga, known as Spygate, exposes colossal leadership failures under Tonda […] | By
(2026-05-22). Native Ceremony and March to Refinery in 13th Annual Anti-Chevron Day. indybay.org Large wooden horse connects current conflict to ancient narrative…
(2026-05-22). DTE Maharashtra Polytechnic 2026 Admission Begins: Steps to Apply. ummid.com The DTE Maharashtra has started online registration for the students seeking admission in Post SSC Diploma Courses in Engineering, Technology, also known as Polytechnic Diploma, for the year 2026-27 through its official website dte.maharashtra.gov.in.
(2026-05-22). Jury Dismisses All Claims in Elon Lawsuit against OpenAI. indybay.org On May 18, jurors in Oakland CA reached a verdict in less than two hours on a federal lawsuit brought by Elon Musk against OpenAI, its CEO Sam Altman, and president Greg Brockman. Musk, founder of xAI, accused OpenAI of moving from its not-for-profit origins to a profit-making model. Musk lost … and protesters at the xAI headquarters in Palo Alto delighted in calling Musk a loser the same day.
(2026-05-22). Maile backs Orlando Pirates ahead of final league match. sanews.gov.za Maile backs Orlando Pirates ahead of final league match | Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, has expressed confidence in Orlando Pirates ahead of the club's final league match of the season against Orbit College on Saturday in Mbombela. | Maile said he is looking forward to joining the Buccaneers as they conclude their league campaign, expressing optimism that the team's performances throughout the season have positioned them well for victory. | According to the MEC, Orlando Pirates have demonstrated quality football and maintained a rigorous training programme, which…
(2026-05-22). AI Tech Billionaires Attacked At Musk Altman Trial. indybay.org Opponents of AI and labor activists fighting for $30 an hour rallied at the Musk Altman trial on the day of the verdict and talked about the role of these techno billionaires.
(2026-05-22). PSG Moroccan defender Hakimi bids to have rape case dismissed. newarab.com 
Paris Saint-Germain defender AFP reported from a source close to the case that a hearing before the Versailles appeals court, west of Paris, will examine the case of the 27-year-old Moroccan international who is to stand trial, accused of raping a woman. | If his appeal is rejected and the charges are not reduced to a minor offence, the footballer will be tried on a date to be arranged. | In February 2023, a wom…
(2026-05-22). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-22). Kerala SSLC Result Date May 15, Time: 03:00 PM. ummid.com Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE), also called as Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, is declaring Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) or Class 10 board examination 2026 result today i.e. Friday May 15, 2026.
(2026-05-22). Friday 5/22: Little Singer — Dinétah (Arizona), Santa Cruz Film Premiere. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence | 612 Ocean Street | Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-05-22). Rank-and-file candidate for UAW president to Nexteer workers: "Don't accept any more delays. The time for your strike is now." wsws.org Will Lehman, a Mack Trucks worker who is running for UAW president, issue the following statement after the overwhelming strike vote by Nexteer workers…
(2026-05-22). Greens' Makerfield candidate withdraws after Israel lobby pile-on. thecanary.co 
Chris Kennedy has withdrawn as the Green party's candidate in the Makerfield by-election. The party's announcement describes the reason as "personal and family reasons". However, it is notable that Kennedy was the target of a huge pile-on by the UK Israel lobby before his withdrawal for sharing a post describing the the attack on Golders […] | By
(2026-05-22). US Senate pushes back against Trump's $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund. aljazeera.com The Senate delayed a vote on immigration enforcement funds in a rare show of dissent ahead of its Memorial Day recess.
(2026-05-22). U.S. National Science Foundation releases image of dying star resembling crystal ball. ecns.cn NGC 1514 is actually a binary star system 1,500 light-years away, nicknamed the Crystal Ball Nebula because of the milky white, spherical cloud around it. A light-year is almost 6 trillion miles.
(2026-05-22). Nigel Farage Took £50,000 from Crypto Firms Then Said He Was 'Not Aware' of the Industry Funding His Party. bylinetimes.com Nigel Farage was paid £50,000 in personal speaking fees by two cryptocurrency businesses in October 2025 — one of them owned by Dragons' Den investor Steven Bartlett — in the same month he told Reuters he was "not aware" of crypto businesses funding his party, Byline Times can reveal. | The Reform UK leader received £30,000 from Blockworks Inc on 13 October and a further £20,000 from Zebu Group Limited on 22 October, according to the
(2026-05-22). How Palmer and Foden lost Tuchel's battle for the England number 10s. thecanary.co 
Two years can feel like a lifetime in football, and none more so than for Cole Palmer and Phil Foden who were firmly at the top of the England pecking order after Euro 2024. They were winners of major individual awards, fixtures in Gareth Southgate's big-game plans, and widely tipped to be central to England's […] | By
(2026-05-22). A documentary in search of a subject. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-22). Navan: Music as witness to unrest, love, and heritage. newarab.com 
"I felt the need to write a page of history through my music," says Iranian Canadian singer
(2026-05-22). Against the tribunal left: DSA, moralism and the problem of socialist discipline. links.org.au 
Fights inside the Democratic Socialists of America over "cancel culture," "political correctness" and "call-out culture" are not side dramas. They are symptoms of a deeper organisational sickness, argues Anthony Teso.
(2026-05-22). Times Journalist Reveals Westminster Fake News Scam. bylinetimes.com Political journalists at Westminster conspire with ministers' aides to fake multiple sources for stories to give them spurious credibility. | That is the shocking claim made yesterday by a senior political journalist on The Times newspaper. | The paper's parliamentary sketch writer, Tom Peck, says stories that purport to feature quotes from three government sources, including a Cabinet Minister, are often false. | In fact, all the quotes may well have come from a single Labour spin doctor — in collaboration with a journalist who "can then make it look as though you have spoken to three different people w…
(2026-05-22). St. Peter's Chair and Its Islamic Message. indybay.org Hidden among Venice's rich tapestry of art, Islamic-inspired architecture, museums, culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks is the unique religious relic of "St. Peter's Chair," housed in Venice's first cathedral, the Basilica di San Pietro di Castello. Originally constructed in 841AD, the church was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1120. Later, in 1558, the Basilica was transformed into its present design by Italian Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio.
(2026-05-22). The "Hitler Question" Should Never Justify War. popularresistance.org Proponents of war and militarization often invoke common memories of Hitler and World War II to argue that we are now in a similar moment. Whether it is with Saddam Hussein in 2003, al Qaeda during the "war on terrorism," Iran's Supreme Leader in 2017, or Putin since 2022, a classic trope is to compare enemy leaders to the Nazis. In the lead-up to the Iran War this February, Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham likened Iran's religious leaders to Hitler and argued for regime change by any means. | It is only a matter of time before Hitler is invoked again to justify yet another war or yet more militarization. How can t…
(2026-05-22). Adani U.S. Settlement, And What Govt Should Do Now? ummid.com In this crisis time, the government of India should immediately institute a judicial enquiry into the multiple financial irregularities of Adani Group.
(2026-05-22). Activists In Bucharest Conference Reject Militarization. popularresistance.org As Romania prepared to host a Bucharest Nine (B9) summit and the Black Sea Defense, Aerospace and Security arms exposition, over 100 people gathered to discuss anti-militarization and solidarity with Palestine at the "From Palestine to the Black Sea" counter-conference. The meeting followed months of work through the Elbit Out! campaign, aiming to unmask and drive Israeli arms producer Elbit System out of the country, where several of its subsidiaries currently operate. | A day before the counter-conference launched on May 9, Palestine solidarity activists organized a protest in front of one of these subsidiaries…
(2026-05-22). DR Congo: Renewed Repression, Impunity Top Rights Concerns. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Executive Director of Human Rights Watch, Philippe Bolopion (left), and Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Judith Suminwa, in Kinshasa, May 21, 2026. | © 2026 Prime Ministers Office, CELCOM & CNTIC…
(2026-05-22). "I Am a Jew" : Jeffrey Wernick's Moral Reckoning With Netanyahu's Israel. scheerpost.com Invoking the words of Jewish prophets, Ahad Ha'am, Martin Buber, Albert Einstein, and Hannah Arendt, Jeffrey Wernick delivers a blistering moral indictment of the Israeli state's transformation from refuge to domination — and warns that silence in the face of injustice is complicity. In one of the most emotionally charged and morally uncompromising statements yet …
(2026-05-22). Has Trump Broken NATO Trust? Why Europe No Longer Trusts Washington. thinktank.pk The return of Donald Trump to the center of global politics has once again shaken the foundations of the transatlantic alliance. Across Europe, particularly in Germany, concerns are rapidly growing over whether the United States can still be trusted as NATO's ultimate security guarantor. A new defense study revealed a dramatic decline in German public …
(2026-05-22). US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war. newarab.com 
(2026-05-22). UPSC Exam Calendar 2027 released at upsc.gov.in. ummid.com UPSC Exam Calendar 2027: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released on its official website upsc.gov.in the annual calendar and schedule of the civil services examinations and interviews to be held in 2027.
(2026-05-22). Salah to captain Egypt as 2026 World Cup squad named. newarab.com 
The Egyptian King, who is
(2026-05-22). Boeing went to China to sell planes. Beijing is buying something else. scmp.com When Air Force One touched down in Beijing, one of the most photographed passengers was Boeing's chief executive, Kelly Ortberg, there to close a deal. Washington had come to sell aircraft. Beijing was buying something else. | The last time this scene played out in 2017, China signed an agreement for 300 Boeing aircraft. Since then, it has pursued an industrial programme aimed at reducing dependence on precisely such orders. That effort has not failed, but neither has it advanced at the pace…
(2026-05-22). 'This EHRC Code Will Make the UK a Hostile Environment for Trans People'. bylinetimes.com The new EHRC Code of Practice for Service Providers has landed. Previous ones have done so without much impact, but this one comes with one of the heaviest thuds on record. This is because of the arguments which have followed last April's Supreme Court ruling on the definition of 'sex' in the Equality Act and what that ruling might mean in scenarios other than Scottish boardrooms. | The Equality and Human Rights Commission — EHRC, increasingly known as Inequality Commission by some — produced "Interim Guidance" a couple of weeks after the ruling dropped. This guidance was predicated on a 'thou must…
(2026-05-22). Ronaldo seen crying as Al Nassr fails to lift ACL2 2026 Trophy. ummid.com Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo Saturday May 16, 2026 was seen in tears as SPL giant Al Nassr fails to defeat Japan's Gamba Osaka and lift the AFC Championship Trophy 2026.
(2026-05-22). Thursday 5/28: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-05-22). Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party. aljazeera.com The evening blended tennis, music and tributes to celebrate his two-decade journey on the professional tour.
(2026-05-22). President urges Botswana, SA to seek mutually beneficial growth. sanews.gov.za President urges Botswana, SA to seek mutually beneficial growth | Botswana and South Africa must seek mutually beneficial growth that creates jobs in equal measure while also deepening trade and investment relations between the two countries, President Cyril Ramaphosa said. ⚪ "In my meeting earlier today with President Boko, we agreed that one of our greatest tasks of the moment is to further deepen trade and investment relations between our two countries," President Ramaphosa said on Thursday evening. ⚪ Speaking at the Botswana-South Africa Business Forum, the President said the economic interests of both cou…
(2026-05-22). Top court highlights role of estate administrators in inheritance protection. ecns.cn China's top court has highlighted the importance of estate administrators by releasing five significant cases on Thursday, aiming to ensure the Civil Code is accurately applied to better protect people's inheritance rights and prevent estate misuse.
(2026-05-22). Infrared cameras, satellites aid China's wildlife conservation. ecns.cn China is expanding the use of infrared cameras and satellite tracking to bolster wildlife conservation, with populations of endangered species showing signs of recovery, according to media reports.
(2026-05-22). Thursday 5/28: Keeping Your Tax Dollar Local and Out of Hands of Private Profits. indybay.org Oakland Firefighters Union Hall | 369 15th St, Oakland CA…
(2026-05-22). Trump's "Anti-Weaponization Fund" : The fusion of the gangster-oligarchy and the state. wsws.org Trump's $1.776 billion slush fund would reward those who sought to overturn the 2020 elections, including those who attacked the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
(2026-05-22). Trump's Global War on Children. juancole.com ( As is true of so much with this administration, every accusation is also a confession. | U.S. troops have been shooting Somalis since the early 1990s, after lame duck President George H. W. Bush launched an ostensibly humanitarian intervention there that woul…
(2026-05-22). China to take resolute countermeasures if EU imposes discriminatory restrictions, says spokesperson. ecns.cn China will take resolute countermeasures if the European Union insists on imposing discriminatory restrictions on Chinese companies and products, a spokesperson for Chinas Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-05-22). Big Oil spends record $10 million on lobbying CA officials in first quarter of 2026. indybay.org Chevron and the Western States Petroleum Association together spent $8 million of the $10.3 million pumped into lobbying California officials in the first 3 months of 2026.
(2026-05-22). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-05-22). NATJOINTS launches immigration verification at Diakonia Centre. sanews.gov.za NATJOINTS launches immigration verification at Diakonia Centre | The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) says it has commenced a targeted verification process of all foreign nationals currently gathered at the Diakonia Refugee Centre in eThekwini. | The operation, which began on Thursday, is being led by an integrated team comprising the Departments of Home Affairs, Social Development, Transport and provincial law enforcement authorities. | The verification process follows engagements between the Southern African Refugee Forum, representing the foreign nationals at the centre, and se…
(2026-05-22). NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: Last Date to Change Centre May 21. ummid.com NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has asked candidates appearing in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test June 2026 (NEET UG June 2026) to change the City of Examination (Exam Centre) before May 21, 2026.
(2026-05-22). Comicomment: Beware the 'gray rhino' of Japan's remilitarization. ecns.cn If fully unleashed, this "gray rhino"could trigger an uncontrollable crisis, rebounding against Japan itself while undermining regional peace and stability. The international community must remain highly vigilant.
(2026-05-22). Thousands attend funeral prayers for San Diego mosque attack victims. aljazeera.com More than 2,000 people gathered for Islamic funeral prayers in San Diego for three men killed in mosque attack…
(2026-05-22). EU forecasts weaker growth, rising inflation. ecns.cn The European Union (EU) economy is expected to grow at a slower pace with higher inflation, and the positive trend in labor markets is set to halt amid the energy shock triggered by the Middle East conflict, the European Commission's spring forecast said on Thursday.
(2026-05-22). X Rubicon: The hidden casualties of secret wars. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-22). Watch Tonight: Moon in Rare Conjunction with Jupiter and Venus. ummid.com Skywatchers, if you missed watching the Crescent Moon aligning with Venus and Jupiter last night, tonight is another chance for you to catch this rare triple conjunction.
(2026-05-22). Gauteng and Shoprite partner to connect young people to opportunities. sanews.gov.za Gauteng and Shoprite partner to connect young people to opportunities | Hundreds of young people are set to gain access to income-generating opportunities following a new partnership between the Gauteng Department of Economic Development (GDED) and the Shoprite Group. | The two have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see Shoprite's Pingo Delivery platform onboard qualifying graduates from the Last Mile Delivery Programme into its growing delivery network, creating a direct pathway from skills development to economic participation. | The agreement marks a significant step in Gauteng's efforts to…
(2026-05-22). Canada CLC Breaks with Zionist Histadrut at Their 2026 Congress. indybay.org The Canadian Labour Congress at their 2026 convention after a struggle ended their relationship with the Israeli Zionists corporate trade union the Histadrut. Hassan Husseini with Labour For Palestine made a report to the Labor For Palestine committee.
(2026-05-22). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit to Iraq. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Sunday 6/14: Joe Rivano Barros: Mission Local's Growth Across San Francisco. indybay.org
(2026-05-22). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Google Unpacks Always ON AI Agent 'Gemini Spark'. feeds.feedburner.com/ummid
(2026-05-22). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Iraq: ICRC president to meet senior officials, discuss humanitarian engagement on two-day visit. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). How AI is upgrading African dictatorship. globalvoices.org
(2026-05-22). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-22). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). The Judicial Training Institute at the Ministry of Justice and the ICRC Launch the First International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition for Universities in the UAE. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Andalucía: fallecimiento de El Cabrero, referente del flamenco rebelde. indybay.org Andalucía: fallecimiento de El Cabrero, compañero "sin rienda ni jierro encima", referente del flamenco rebelde…
(2026-05-22). Final poll before Colombia's first round vote Cepeda: 44.6%, De la Espriella: 31.6%. colombiareports.com The final poll before the first round of Colombia's presidential election suggests that the leftist frontrunner, Senator Ivan Cepeda, will have to confront far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella in a run-off vote. According to the poll conducted by Invamer, Cepeda can count of the support of 44.6% of voters, which is only 0.3 points …
(2026-05-22). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-22). Airbus, Air France found guilty of manslaughter over 2009 Atlantic crash. geo.tv 
Debris of the Air France flight 447, recovered from the Atlantic Ocean, arrives at Recife's port on June 14, 2009. An Air France Airbus 330 crashed into the sea on June 1 en route from Brazil to Paris, killing all 228 aboard. — ReutersA French appeals court found Airbus and Air…
(2026-05-21). British banking giant to cut 15% of jobs to AI. The left needs a vision for tech. thecanary.co 
British banking giant Standard Chartered could cut more than 7,500 jobs and replace them with AI and automation. More broadly, analysis from Morgan Stanley has found that UK companies that had used AI for a least a year had net losses of 8% of jobs over only the last 12 months. This was the highest […] | By
(2026-05-21). £6 Billion Was Wasted on Failed and Abandoned Conservative Government Schemes. bylinetimes.com MPs have today condemned the "egregious waste" of over £6 billion of taxpayers money which was spent on projects launched by the last Conservative Government, which were then abandoned once Labour came to power, due to poor outcomes or changed priorities. | A report by the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee examined all the schemes dropped by Keir Starmer's Government. | This included the last Government's failed scheme to send asylum seekers to Rwanda which resulted in just four migrants being voluntarily deported at the cost of £290 million being written off. | Eight major road schemes we…