(2023-03-15). South Africa moves to downgrade ties with Israel. greenleft.org.au South Africa's parliament voted on March 7 to downgrade the status of Israel's embassy in the country to "liaison office", due to Israel's continued violation of Palestinian human rights, reports Ben Radford.
(2023-03-15). Thursday 3/23: Saving Life on Earth: Stopping the Extinction Crisis w/ CBD. indybay.org Online event…
(2023-03-15). Nevada Bill Would Let State Wildlife Agency Conserve Monarchs, Other Pollinators. indybay.org RENO, Nev., March 13, 2023 — Nevada's Assembly Natural Resources Committee will consider a bill today that would give the state's Department of Wildlife authority to manage pollinators and other insects that need conservation.
(2023-03-15). How Covid lockdowns primed the current financial crisis. thegrayzone.com The lockdowns and the stimulus required to keep the economy alive helped drive inflation. Then the Fed jacked up interest rates. And all hell broke loose. On Friday March 10th, 2023, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) died of Covid. Alright, it's a little more complicated than that, but Covid lockdowns followed by massive government stimulus were a critical — and massively under-acknowledged — factor in propelling the bank's demise. At the heart of the crisis is the gigantic pile of low-interest …
(2023-03-15). Saturday 3/18: "SisPix: Reproductive Rights" indybay.org ATA Gallery, 992 Valencia Street, San Francisco…
(2023-03-15). Nearly 200 oil drilling permits approved in CA since Jan. 1, bringing total to over 13,900. indybay.org "CalGEM issuing hundreds of permits to negligent oil companies so they can continue drilling in our communities just months after they released an emergency rule to block neighborhood drilling is exactly why we don't trust them," said Cesar Aguirre, organizer with Central California Environmental Justice Network. "This is exactly the free-for-all that California's oil industry wanted when they bought their way onto the ballot and forced the stay of SB 1137."
(2023-03-15). State Water Board Reverses Emergency Order As Feds Cancel Salmon Season Openers. indybay.org Fish advocates note that because of the poor management of Sacramento and Klamath rivers by the state and federal governments during the recent drought, fall-run Chinook, spring-run Chinook and Sacramento River winter-run Chinook populations have collapsed, prompting the closure of ocean and river salmon fisheries this year.
(2023-03-15). Saturday 4/22: Earth Day San Francisco April 22. indybay.org San Francisco County Fair Bldg. 1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94122…
(2023-03-15). East Meadow Update 3/12/23. indybay.org There is a major new development in the long and tangled story of Student Housing West with its reckless proposal to develop the East Meadow. The University has just asked the UC Regents for approval of a new approach to building and financing the project. SHW would now no longer be a public-private partnership and would be funded with bonds issued by the University. Most distressing, the East Meadow would be placed on a fast track, constructed and financed independently of the rest. If the Regents vote to approve at their March 15th meeting, construction could begin this year.
(2023-03-15). China Energy's massive hydropower station to open in March 2024. ecns.cn Maerdang hydropower station, the highest-altitude facility of its kind on the upper reaches of the Yellow River, is currently under construction and is expected to begin operations in March 2024.
(2023-03-15). Laos launches online ticketing service for China-Laos Railway. ecns.cn The Laos section of the China-Laos Railway officially launched a mobile ticketing APP on Tuesday, marking Laos' railway entering the era of online ticket booking.
(2023-03-15). EMO Hannover 2023 to land in China in mid-March. ecns.cn The global tour press conference of EMO Hannover 2023 will land in China in mid-March.
(2023-03-15). Rural delivery network brings village all kinds of convenience. ecns.cn Every morning, Chen drives to the township to collect the packages, and about three hours after she returns, villagers get a text message notifying them their package is available.
(2023-03-15). China's industrial output up 2.4 pct in Jan-Feb. ecns.cn China's value-added industrial output, an important economic indicator, went up 2.4 percent year on year in the first two months of 2023, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed Wednesday.
(2023-03-15). China's retail sales up 3.5 pct in Jan-Feb. ecns.cn China's retail sales of consumer goods increased 3.5 percent year on year in the first two months of 2023, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed Wednesday.
(2023-03-15). China's fixed-asset investment up 5.5 pct in Jan-Feb. ecns.cn China's fixed-asset investment went up 5.5 percent in the first two months of this year, 0.4 percentage points higher than the full-year growth rate of 2022, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed Wednesday.
(2023-03-15). China's average surveyed urban unemployment rate at 5.6 pct in Jan-Feb. ecns.cn China's average surveyed urban unemployment rate stood at 5.6 percent in the first two months of 2023, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed Wednesday.
(2023-03-15). Biden announces measure on gun background checks. ecns.cn U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced an executive order in Southern California's Monterey Park with the goal of strengthening background checks on gun sales in the country reeling from gun violence.
(2023-03-15). China resumes outbound group tours to 60 countries. ecns.cn China resumed outbound group tours to another 40 countries and regions from Wednesday, bringing the total number of outbound group tour destinations to 60, according to a release by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
(2023-03-15). SVB demise a wake-up call to banks. ecns.cn Financial experts in China said Silicon Valley Bank's demise in the United States appears to suggest it is probably time for the U.S. Federal Reserve to reconsider sustained aggressive rate hikes, which many believe have caused lethal liquidity problems in banks like SVB.
(2023-03-15). China-Europe freight trains enable faster two-way trade. ecns.cn The recent arrival of a China-Europe freight train, loaded with 102 containers from Europe, at a logistics park in Zengcheng district of Guangzhou, Guangdong province, marked the two-way opening of trade in the eastern highway and rail intermodal hub of the city.
(2023-03-15). China resumes outbound group tours to 60 countries. ecns.cn China resumed outbound group tours to another 40 countries and regions from Wednesday, bringing the total number of outbound group tour destinations to 60, according to a release by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
(2023-03-15). SVB demise a wake-up call to banks. ecns.cn Financial experts in China said Silicon Valley Bank's demise in the United States appears to suggest it is probably time for the U.S. Federal Reserve to reconsider sustained aggressive rate hikes, which many believe have caused lethal liquidity problems in banks like SVB.
(2023-03-15). China-Europe freight trains enable faster two-way trade. ecns.cn The recent arrival of a China-Europe freight train, loaded with 102 containers from Europe, at a logistics park in Zengcheng district of Guangzhou, Guangdong province, marked the two-way opening of trade in the eastern highway and rail intermodal hub of the city.
(2023-03-15). China opposes UK's Integrated Review hyping Taiwan question. ecns.cn China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the updated Integrated Review of Security, Defense, Development and Foreign Policy released by the British government, which portrays China as an "epoch-defining challenge" and hypes up the Taiwan question.
(2023-03-15). Team makes nucleolus research breakthrough. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have made a fundamental breakthrough in the understanding of the nucleolus, a structure with important functions in the nucleus. Their findings may also pave the way for diagnoses and treatments of related diseases.
(2023-03-15). Researchers discover possible turtle swim track from late Triassic. ecns.cn Researchers have discovered a possible turtle swim track from the Third Member of the Late Triassic Xujiahe Formation in Pengzhou City of southwest China's Sichuan Province.
(2023-03-15). China scraps mandatory mask wearing for teachers, students. ecns.cn China has scrapped mandatory mask wearing for school students and teachers, a fresh move linked to relaxed COVID-19 preventive measures since nearly 300 million teachers and students across the country returned to campus a month ago.
(2023-03-15). Building begins on railway bridge over Hangzhou Bay. ecns.cn The first pile foundation for the Hangzhou Bay Railway Bridge, an integral part of the Nantong-Suzhou-Jiaxing-Ningbo High-speed Railway, was drilled in Haiyan county, Zhejiang province, on Friday.
(2023-03-15). Mask mandate dropped for school campuses. ecns.cn Students and teachers are no longer required to wear masks on campuses, according to the latest COVID-19 epidemic control plan for schools and universities.
(2023-03-15). Mount Siguniang 'floats' over Chengdu skyline. ecns.cn Stunning scenery of Chengdu skyline with the highest peak of snow-covered Mount Siguniang at the background after heavy wind, southwest China's Sichuan Province, March 13, 2023.
(2023-03-15). Land purchase certificate 800 years ago unearthed in Shanxi. ecns.cn Photo released on March 14, 2023 shows a land purchase certificate, dating back to 1190 to 1196, unearthed from a Jin tomb (1115-1234) at Yuanqu county, Yuncheng, north China's Shanxi Province, March 14, 2023.
(2023-03-15). Webb telescope captures Wolf-Rayet Star 124. ecns.cn The star WR 124 is 30 times the mass of the Sun and has shed 10 Suns' worth of material – so far. As the ejected gas moves away from the star and cools, cosmic dust forms and glows in the infrared light detectable by Webb.
(2023-03-15). Giant pandas enjoy refreshments at Chongqing Zoo. ecns.cn Four giant pandas, Shuang Shuang, Chong Chong, Xi Xi and Qing Qing, enjoy their refreshments, attracting many visitors, at Chongqing Zoo, March 15, 2023.
(2023-03-15). 2023 CONEXPO-CON/AGG kicks off in Las Vegas. ecns.cn The trade show, one of the world's top three construction equipment exhibitions, will be held in Nevada from March 14 to 18, 2023.
(2023-03-15). China strongly opposes AUKUS nuclear submarine plans. ecns.cn We've repeatedly said that the establishment of the so-called AUKUS security partnership between the US, the UK and Australia to promote cooperation on nuclear submarines and other cutting-edge military technologies is a typical Cold War mentality.
(2023-03-15). China urges Japan to heed concerns of all parties on nuclear-contaminated water disposal. ecns.cn Twelve years on, the Japanese government, instead of learning the painful lesson of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident, is set on pushing through the ocean discharge plan in an attempt to shift the risk of nuclear pollution onto all humanity. A responsible country would never do such things and this simply runs counter to the international obligations Japan should fulfill.
(2023-03-15). What the Justice Department won't say: ABOLISH THE POLICE! workers.org 
After a two-year investigation of Louisville, Kentucky, police — prompted by the murder of Breonna Taylor on March 13, 2020 — the U.S. Department of Justice published its findings March 8. According to the New York Times, "In a damning 90-page report, investigators painted a grim portrait of the Louisville . . . |
(2023-03-15). Friday 3/24: FabLab Playshop – Per Sia and Francis. indybay.org ACT Studios | 30 Grant Ave | SF, CA…
(2023-03-15). Los Angeles: Centro CSO hosts 6th annual International Women's Day. fightbacknews.org Los Angeles, CA – On March 12, more than 50 people gathered at Salazar Park in East Los Angeles to rally with Centro CSO for its 6th annual International Women's Day commemoration. Speakers included leaders from CSO's different committees – education, police accountability and immigration – who explained the importance of women's liberation to their work. | The attendees also heard from members of CSO Orange County and Freedom Road Socialist Organization as well as two artists, Diosa Xochiquetzalcóatl and Daisy Magallanes. | Diana Terreros, a founder of CSO-Orange County and a member of Freedom Road Socialist O…
(2023-03-15). Sunday 3/26: Women, Life, Freedom–Learning from the Revolutionary Tenacity of Iranian Women. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St. (at Ellis), San Francisco or via zoom at bit.ly/RevTenacityIranianWomen…
(2023-03-15). 36 MLK Village Being Evicted By Sanjay and Guarav Khanna [Oakland]. indybay.org All the details on the Khanna parasites:…
(2023-03-15). Institute of the Black World 21st Century has scheduled a 2023 Pan African Conference. indybay.org April 2023 is California Pan African Global Trade Month and the strong linkages to Baltimore Harbor continue today.
(2023-03-15). Antipoverty Centre: 'Nuclear subs means more inequality'. greenleft.org.au The Antipoverty Centre has criticised Anthony Albanese's decision to spend a staggering $368 billion on nuclear submarines as part of the AUKUS military pact. Isaac Nellist reports.
(2023-03-15). Rising inflation threatens big student debt increases. greenleft.org.au In the midst of a worsening cost-of-living crisis, more than 3 million Australians continue to be burdened by student debts. Isaac Nellist reports.
(2023-03-15). Which way forward for the antiwar movement? workers.org 
Workers World Managing Editor John Catalinotto held an interview March 13 with Sara Flounders, co-director of the International Action Center (IAC), a member of the Administrative Committee of the United National Antiwar Coalition (UNAC) and contributing editor to Workers World, to discuss the developments of the past year of the . . . |
(2023-03-15). Boycotters of Israel were denounced as Antisemites, but now 255 US Jewish Businessmen Threaten to pull Investments over Netanyahu's Plan to gut Courts. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Times of Israel reports that 255 American Jewish businessmen, who have billions of dollars invested in the country, have warned Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu that they will cease investing in Israel if he goes forward with his plans to gut the Israeli judiciary. The huge irony is that pro-Israeli …
(2023-03-15). Forcing the Homeless of Santa Cruz into the Harsh Torrents of the Atmospheric River. indybay.org
(2023-03-15). Russia Warns the United States About Continued Support for Ukraine By Downing MQ9 Reaper. sonar21.com 
Don't be confused. The alleged "collision" between a Russian SU-27 jet fighter and a U.S. Air Force MQ9 Reaper drone was not an accident. Russia was sending an unmistakable message…
(2023-03-15). Campaign for a nuclear free Cockburn Sound launched. greenleft.org.au Stop AUKUS Western Australia launched its Nuke Free Cockburn Sound campaign, the day after Anthony Albanese announced the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal in San Diego in the United States. Leonie Lundy reports.
(2023-03-15). See video of Rescue Pacifica press conference at KPFA. indybay.org KPFA/KPFK/Pacifica Issues. – The seizure of KPFA funds was abetted by KPFA "Protectors".et al. | 2 – The sale of KPFK's building, was set up without input from listeners and staff, | 3 – In the absence of .new elections,the vote to have the current occupants keep their places,even if termed out, is illegal..
(2023-03-15). Is Netanyahu's Extremist Gov't driving a Wedge between Israel and the U.S.? juancole.com 
Dr Adnan Abu Amer AdnanAbuAmer2 ( Middle East Monitor) — The US has announced that it will not participate in a conference in Washington DC for senior economists because Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, the leader of the Religious Zionist Party, will be there. Even though he has been granted a diplomatic …
(2023-03-15). Cuban women headline New York conference to end U.S. blockade. workers.org 
New York City An International U.S.-Cuba Normalization Conference took place March 11-12 at the Fordham University School of Law in Manhattan — 200 activists attended the conference in person, while hundreds more, including those from around the world, live streamed the event. The conference was hosted by the New York-New . . . |
(2023-03-15). Friday 3/17: POA: Shut it Down! indybay.org On the sidewalk in front of the San Francisco Police Officers Association: 800 Bryant @ 6th Street in San Francisco…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Minute: Help with hot flashes due to menopause. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vasomotor symptoms — the medical term for hot flashes — are among the most common menopause symptoms women experience. Hot flashes, along with night sweats, can be uncomfortable and disruptive. Dr. Suneela Vegunta, a Mayo Clinic women's health physician, explains what happens to the body and offers ways to find relief. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/eRzYfnKjqzg Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is multiple myeloma? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Multiple myeloma is a relatively uncommon form of blood cancer that affects less than 1% of the U.S. population, according the American Cancer Society. March is Myeloma Awareness Month. People younger than 45 rarely get the disease, and it occurs more in older men than women. And your risk is doubled if you're African American. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/pShHvj3Y3Nw Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of this post….
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Minute: How losing an hour of sleep can affect your body. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 12. Clocks are turned an hour forward, which means you'll be losing an hour of sleep. And Mayo Clinic experts say that missing out on that shut-eye time can affect your body. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/V10gPhowQKQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. When daylight saving time…
(2023-03-15). Science Saturday: Researchers elucidate details about the role of inflammation in liver regeneration. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The liver has the greatest regenerative capacity of any organ in the body, making it possible for surgeons to treat cancerous and noncancerous diseases with extensive surgical approaches. However, underlying chronic liver diseases, like cirrhosis or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, are known to inhibit the liver's ability to regenerate after surgery. Without regeneration, the liver cannot function, and patients can develop postoperative liver failure — often a lethal complication. In a recent paper published in JHEP Reports, Mayo…
(2023-03-15). Consumer Health: Don't let the time change get you down. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org For much of the U.S. and many places around the world, daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 12, when clocks are turned forward one hour. Sleep provides the foundation for all your daily habits and decisions. Getting enough quality rest each night is essential for optimal health. Regularly sleeping less than seven hours per night is associated with weight gain, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and depression. Lack of sleep also can affect your immune system and heart health. But a time shift ‚Äï…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why millennials should know colon cancer symptoms. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org More younger adults are being diagnosed with colon cancer — also known as colorectal cancer — and at more advanced stages of the disease, says the American Cancer Society. It's a trend experts have seen over the last decade. Colon cancer symptoms usually don't appear in early stages of the disease and when they do, they are often at an advanced stage. Dr. Johanna Chan, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, says it's important to recognize colon cancer symptoms and to seek…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Minute: Game-changing treatment for chronic kidney disease could slow down progression of the disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org About 15% of adults in the U.S. are estimated to have chronic kidney disease — that's about 37 million people. What if those people could be treated with medication that could slow the progression of their disease, and help avoid the need for dialysis and kidney transplantation altogether? Dr. Naim Issa, a Mayo Clinic transplant nephrologist says there is a class of medications to help people with chronic kidney disease that does just that. He says Mayo Clinic…
(2023-03-15). Consumer Health: What's the difference between kidney cysts and polycystic kidney disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is National Kidney Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about the difference between two kidney disorders — kidney cysts and polycystic kidney disease. Your kidneys are situated in the back of your abdomen under your lower ribs, one on each side of your spine. One of the important jobs of the kidneys is to clean the blood. As blood moves through the body, it picks up extra fluid, chemicals and waste….
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Metabolic syndrome and lifestyle changes. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 40 and had my annual physical, which included a large panel of blood tests. I was told that I have metabolic syndrome and could develop diabetes. I was told to limit my sugar intake. Can you explain more about the condition and how I can avoid diabetes? ANSWER: When a person is diagnosed with metabolic syndrome, it means he or she has several conditions that, if left untreated, significantly raise the…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Q and A: What is bariatric surgery? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've struggled with obesity for many years and have tried to lose weight through a healthy diet and exercise. My doctor recently told me that I could be a good candidate for bariatric surgery. What is bariatric surgery? And are there different types of procedures available? ANSWER: Obesity is a disease, and overcoming it often is not easy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines overweight or obesity as a "weight that is…
(2023-03-15). Shame and guilt eating: Tackling binge-eating disorders. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Most people occasionally eat too much. They may fill up an extra plate with seconds at a special event, enjoy another piece of pie at a holiday gathering or eat popcorn until stuffed at the movies. But for some people, overeating becomes excessive. It crosses the line from an occasional indulgence to a binge-eating disorder when overeating feels out of control and happens on a regular basis. It's the most common eating disorder in the…
(2023-03-15). Cauliflower: A versatile nutrition superstar. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Like many consumers, you may be on a quest for healthier food options and willing to try something new or a new take on a familiar food. If you're diagnosed with celiac disease, you may be looking for gluten-free alternatives. Or maybe you're on the hunt for lower carbohydrate choices. Cauliflower may be just what you're searching for. This versatile veggie can be eaten raw, cooked, roasted, grilled, baked into a pizza crust, or cooked…
(2023-03-15). Consumer Health: Do you check the Nutrition Facts label? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org March is National Nutrition Month, which makes this a good time to learn about using the Nutrition Facts label to make healthy choices. Most people in the U.S. don't eat a healthy diet, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most consume too much sodium, saturated fat and sugar, increasing their risk of chronic diseases. The Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods is a tool created by the Food and Drug Administration to help…
(2023-03-15). Science Saturday: Expanding regenerative biotherapeutics to new practice areas. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As a physician at the forefront of new cancer therapies, Yi Lin, M.D., Ph.D., understands the highs and lows that patients experience. Will the latest technologies slow or stop disease? If not, is this the last, best option? Dr. Lin, a hematologist, sees the need for a new class of drugs that provides different treatment choices for patients with complex conditions, such as cancer. As the new associate medical director for Mayo Clinic's Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics, …
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Q and A: How can hospice care provide comfort to those with terminal illnesses? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have a loved one who was referred for hospice care. I'm not sure what this means. Can you share more about what hospice care is and how it may help my family member? ANSWER: Hospice care might be an option for people who are nearing the end of life due to a terminal illness and have exhausted all other treatment options. Unlike other medical care, the focus of hospice care is not to…
(2023-03-15). Early Mayo Clinic research finds hope in stem cell therapy for perianal fistulas in patients with Crohn's disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A dissolvable plug delivered stem cell therapy with few side effects in patients with single tract perianal fistulas, Mayo Clinic researchers discovered. Perianal fistulas are painful tunnels between the intestine and the skin that often do not go away with standard medical or surgical care. People with Crohn's disease or other inflammatory bowel conditions are most at risk for this condition. In a prospective, phase 1 clinical trial, researchers loaded stem cells…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic again recognized as 'World's Best Hospital' in Newsweek rankings. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic in Rochester is again ranked No. 1 in the world by Newsweek in its list of the "World's Best Hospitals." The ranking is a tribute to the work of staff across Mayo Clinic. "Among the hallmarks of great hospitals … are not just first-class care, first-class research and first-class innovation. The very best institutions also share another quality: consistency," Newsweek states. "The world's best hospitals consistently attract the best people and provide the best outcomes…
(2023-03-15). How to get the most out of napping. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org While closing your eyes for a few minutes during your busy day may seem like a good idea, it's important to consider the effects napping may bring. The time of day and length of time you nap can provide benefits or create problems. Knowing when to nap and providing yourself with a suitable napping environment will produce the greatest benefits. Consider why you're napping Before lying down to take a daily nap, you may want…
(2023-03-15). 5 ways to get better sleep. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You're not alone if you have trouble falling or staying asleep. Many people struggle with sleep — and that's a problem, since sleep plays a crucial role in your health, energy levels and ability to function at your best. Most adults require seven to eight hours of sleep each night to feel well-rested and energized each day. If restless nights have become the norm for you or you find that your sleep is not refreshing,…
(2023-03-15). Mayo Clinic Minute: Does one moldy berry spoil the whole bunch? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Spring is around the corner, which means the beginning of berry season. Berries can be a great source of potassium and vitamins C and K, and can also promote a healthy gut. While berries are among the healthiest foods to eat, if not stored properly, they can get mushy and grow mold. But a little bit of mold doesn't necessarily mean the whole batch goes to waste. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse,…
(2023-03-15). The Urbanity of Evil: 20 Years After the Invasion of Iraq. indybay.org "I never killed anybody, by the acts of my own hand"
(2023-03-15). Family members and activists protest murderous West Virginia jails. workers.org 
Charleston, West Virginia Two rallies were held in southern West Virginia to raise awareness of the high number of deaths at regional jails throughout the state in the last year. The over 100 prisoners, who have "mysteriously" died while incarcerated, are both Black and white, but people of color face . . . |
(2023-03-15). Balmain candidates quizzed on council demergers. greenleft.org.au At a resident-initiated Balmain candidate forum at Leichhardt Town Hall, Residents for Deamalgamation asked Philippa Scott from Labor and Kobi Shetty from the Greens about their views on demerging the Inner West Council (IWC) and respecting local democracy. Pip Hinman reports.
(2023-03-15). Activist Leads Fight to Stop Harassment of Vehicular Residents. indybay.org In an extensive and well-documented article on LookOut, activist Reggie Meisler published his research and activism to defend the rights of those in vehicles being harassed by police. Cops have been threatening and ticketing for signs not permitted by the Costal Commission.
(2023-03-15). The sacred cow and The propaganda machine. indybay.org These campaigns by politics and the media, which prescribe an extremely narrow framework of what can be said, narrow freedom of expression to the Western narrative. Other opinions are not just open to being shot down. Those who dare to express them are grabbed by their livelihoods.
(2023-03-15). Wednesday 3/15: From the Bay Area to Atlanta: Stop Cop City. indybay.org Meets at GI Partners / 4 Embarcadero Ctr, SF…
(2023-03-15). NATO states build "naval coalition" with Ukraine; "Ukraine is also building a fleet in Turkey" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com UkinformMarch 14, 2023 Reznikov announces formation of naval coalition International partners will help Ukraine develop its naval fleet. Ukraine's Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov said this at a joint briefing with Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren at the Ukraine-Odesa Media Center on March 14…. "Today, the Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, Mrs. Ollongren, announced that …
(2023-03-15). Sunday 4/23: Who is Essential? Who is Not? indybay.org online meeting, see website for details…
(2023-03-15). A 30 años de la "Tormenta del Siglo": øQué pasó esa noche y cómo la recuerdan algunos de sus protagonistas? (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu La noche del viernes 12 de marzo de 1993 muchos cubanos fueron a la cama como cualquier otro día. Algunos, tras haber visto el parte del tiempo, con la llegada al día siguiente de un frente frío, se alegraron de poder disfrutar de temperaturas más bajas y otros quizás lamentaron que la lluvia les pudiera arruinar sus planes de fin de semana.
(2023-03-15). Estampas desde Etiopía: Otra historia que quiere ser contada. cubadebate.cu Una vive en Cárdenas, la otra en La Habana. Son dos familias cubanas que no se conocen, pero a pesar de eso hay un poderoso vínculo de afecto que las conecta. Sus caminos se cruzaron por azar solo una vez, y de manera fugaz, hace varias décadas en la lejana Etiopía marcada por las cicatrices de la guerra, aunque solo recientemente fueron conscientes de tal hecho.
(2023-03-15). Marina Menéndez: "Le agradezco a la Mesa y a Fidel la confianza en mí" cubadebate.cu Marina Menéndez ha recibido el Premio Nacional de Periodismo José Martí por la obra de la vida, reconocimiento que dedica de todo corazón a su padre Elio Menéndez, ya fallecido. Además de "Juventud Rebelde", periódico del que llegó a ser directora, ha trabajado en otros medios nacionales como las emisoras Habana Radio y Radio Rebelde, y se siente parte del equipo del programa radiotelevisivo "Mesa Redonda".
(2023-03-15). Cancillería cubana analiza resultados de trabajo en 2022 y proyecciones para el presente año. cubadebate.cu Intenso, de aprendizajes, de interrogantes que desafían y obligan a trabajar entre todos, y también marcado por logros esenciales que ponen en alto el nombre de Cuba. Así valoró al año 2022 vivido por la diplomacia del país caribeño, el primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez.
(2023-03-15). Científicas cubanas reciben Premio Sofía Kovalevskaya. cubadebate.cu El Premio Sofía Kovalevskaya correspondiente a la edición 2021 y 2023 fue entregado este martes en Cuba, donde se celebró también de esta forma el Día Internacional de las Matemáticas. Entre las premiadas están las científicas de la isla caribeña Nigreisy Montalvo, Lizet Sánchez, Yailé Caballero e Isabel Alonso, así como Olga Lidia Pérez y Sira María Allende.
(2023-03-15). Díaz-Canel: Luchar contra la mentira tiene un precio, y todos pagamos ese precio defendiendo la verdad. cubadebate.cu Luchar contra la mentira tiene un precio, y todos nosotros estamos pagando ese precio defendiendo la verdad; pero es lo más digno que podemos hacer si queremos un mundo mejor; dijo Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, durante un encuentro que tuvo lugar en los acogedores salones del Palacio de la Revolución, con participantes de la segunda edición del Coloquio Patria.
(2023-03-15). Entregan premios nacionales de periodismo José Martí y Juan Gualberto Gómez. cubadebate.cu Los premios nacionales de periodismo Juan Gualberto Gómez y José Martí por la obra de la vida fueron entregados este martes 14 de marzo, Día de la Prensa Cubana, en el Teatro Armando Hart de la Biblioteca Nacional, en ceremonia a la que asistió el primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel.
(2023-03-15). Las 3 del día: Entre la prensa y el Clásico, lo que ha sido noticia este 14 de marzo (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Sean bienvenidos a Las 3 del Día, el podcast de Cubadebate donde se podrán enterar de lo más importante que ha sido noticia este 14 de marzo. Hoy nos acompañan los periodistas Darío Extremera y Yilena Héctor. Esta jornada es especial para nuestro gremio, pues se celebra el día de la prensa. Sobre esta y otras noticias les hablamos en este resumen informativo en formato podcast.
(2023-03-15). Comisión parlamentaria peruana rechaza adelantar comicios. telesurtv.net De haber salido adelante, las elecciones se hubieran llevado a cabo el segundo domingo de diciembre de 2023 (10 de diciembre).
(2023-03-15). Elogian papel de teleSUR en comunicación política digital. telesurtv.net Sucedió en un evento al cual asisten creadores de contenido digital, comunicadores y periodistas que intercambian sobre nuevos códigos de comunicación y proyectos integradores.
(2023-03-15). OPEP dice haber cumplido con plan de reducción petrolera. telesurtv.net En mayo de 2020, los países de la OPEP y otros 10 países (Azerbaiyán, Baréin, Brunéi, Kazajistán, Malasia, México, Omán, Rusia, Sudán y Sudán del Sur) anunciaron un nuevo recorte petrolero.
(2023-03-15). Sube a 190 la cifra de muertos por ciclón Freddy en Malawi. telesurtv.net La oficina de gestión de desastres señaló a través de un comunicado que "el número de muertos ha pasado de 99 a 190".
(2023-03-15). México duplica cifra de médicos cubanos contratados. telesurtv.net El titular del Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (IMSS) confirmó la noticia durante la conferencia mañanera del presidente López Obrador.
(2023-03-15). Brasil exige justicia a cinco años del crimen de Marielle Franco. telesurtv.net El asesinato de la concejala Marielle Franco y del chofer Anderson Gomes cumple cinco años este martes y aún no hay respuesta sobre quién ordenó el crimen.
(2023-03-15). Venezuela rechaza politización del tema de la migración local. telesurtv.net La cancillería mediante un comunicado rechaza la convocatoria de Canadá y la UE a una conferencia para tratar la situación migratoria en Venezuela.
(2023-03-15). Accidente de tránsito deja un muerto y 12 heridos en El Salvador. telesurtv.net Medios locales puntualizaron que la víctima fue identificada como Edwin Otoniel Vargas Flores.
(2023-03-15). Incautan en México 354.000 pastillas de fentanilo con destino a EE.UU. telesurtv.net Los detenidos transportaban "en compartimentos ocultos, 354.000 pastillas de al parecer fentanilo y 2.7 kilos de producto puro".
(2023-03-15). Inflación en Argentina llega al 6,6 % en febrero. telesurtv.net Asimismo el Indec puntualizó que en un 9,8 por ciento aumentó el precio de los alimentos y bebidas no alcohólicas, principalmente las Carnes y sus derivados.
(2023-03-15). Presidente de Siria inicia visita oficial a Rusia. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con una declaración del Kremlin, el próximo miércoles tendrá lugar una reunión entre los mandatarios de ambos países.
(2023-03-15). Reportan ataques en 14 ciudades de Rio Grande do Norte, Brasil. telesurtv.net La gobernadora Fátima Bezerra afirmó que el Gobierno Estatal y Federal trabajarán juntos para garantizar la seguridad de la población.
(2023-03-15). Rusia niega contacto con dron de EE.UU. telesurtv.net El Gobierno aclaró que combatientes rusos no utilizaron armas aerotransportadas ni entraron en contacto con el dron.
(2023-03-15). Ciclón Yaku se aleja de Perú pero aún provoca intensas lluvias. telesurtv.net En el norte de Perú la temporada de lluvias ha provocado 61 muertos, 57 heridos, 12.200 damnificados y 49.111 afectados.
(2023-03-15). Presidente Putin defiende operación militar de Rusia en Ucrania. telesurtv.net El mandatario destacó que para Rusia es una lucha por la sobrevivencia la operación militar especial en Ucrania.
(2023-03-15). Activan protocolo por atender incendios forestales en Haití. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con el ente, voluntarios públicos y organizaciones de la sociedad civil, trabajan en conjunto para atender los fuegos en zonas naturales y protegidas.
(2023-03-15). Condenan bloqueo de EE.UU. a Cuba en Coloquio Patria. telesurtv.net La declaración final subrayó que el bloqueo es una política ilegal de asfixia económica que alcanzó un nuevo nivel con el imperialismo digital.
(2023-03-15). Declaran alerta roja por intensas lluvias en Lima, Perú. telesurtv.net A nivel nacional, otros departamentos también se encuentran con nubosidad, en especial las zonas norte, centro y sur.
(2023-03-15). España registra aumento récord en precio de los alimentos. telesurtv.net El precio del azúcar subió un 52,6 por ciento, la mantequilla 39,1 por ciento, las salsas y condimentos 33,8 por ciento.
(2023-03-15). Paraguay refuerza medidas para frenar brote de chikungunya. telesurtv.net El Servicio Nacional de Erradicación del Paludismo (Senepa) en la prevención de la enfermedad se ocupa de acciones de erradicación del vector.
(2023-03-15). Brote de dengue suma 26 muertos y más de 20.000 contagios en Perú. telesurtv.net La cartera de Salud indicó que los casos de dengue se han incrementado a 20.044, de los cuales 162 personas han sido hospitalizadas por la gravedad de la enfermedad.
(2023-03-15). Policía brasileña desmantela minerías ilegales en zonas Yanomami. telesurtv.net La Policía de Brasil indicó que en la operación destruyeron maquinaria minera, motosierras, 84 lanchas y más de 100 generadores de energía.
(2023-03-15). Parlamento ecuatoriano levanta información sobre corrupción. telesurtv.net La información desbloqueada será digitalizada y distribuida entre los asambleístas y con eso ampliar los detalles sobre el Caso Gran Padrino.
(2023-03-15). Presidente venezolano asiste a Congreso Nacional de la Juventud. telesurtv.net El mandatario venezolano instó a los jóvenes presentes cultivar los valores humanos para dejar atrás los efectos del capitalismo.
(2023-03-15). Sismo de magnitud 5,5 sacude el suroeste de Chile. telesurtv.net El sismo ocurrió a las 16H56 (hora local) y hasta el momento, no se reportan daños materiales ni humanos.
(2023-03-15). Online events w) Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, Rob Hopkins, Margaret Atwood, Noam Chomsky, etc. indybay.org Here are about 12 online events taking place over the next 2 weeks (and starting at 11: 30 am tomorrow, Tuesday, 3/14), featuring people such as John and Gabriel Shipton (Julian Assange's father and brother, respectively), India Walton, Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, Rahwa Ghirmatzion, Peter Linebaugh, Rob Hopkins, Margaret Atwood, Noam Chomsky, and many others. | These events are hosted from various locations all across the country, as well from Canada and the UK (however, the listed times are all for our "Pacific time zone"). Of course, feel free to share this info with others who might be interested in it.
(2023-03-15). Friday 4/21: DNA Day 2023. indybay.org Baskin Engineering Courtyard, 606 Engineering Loop, Santa Cruz, CA 95064…
(2023-03-15). Tuesday 3/28: Rally To Rehire Fired Namibian Miners By Chinese National Nuclear Corporation. indybay.org San Francisco Chinese Consulate | Geary & Laguna St. | San Francisco…
(2023-03-15). Sunday 3/19: Conversation with a legislative protector of reproductive rights, Anna Moeller of Illinois. indybay.org Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco | 1187 Franklin St. S.F. TSK Room | and Zoom: zoom.us/j/93421729076?pwd=dXpCQldNN0h4TlZlRXczS3diQVU3dz09…
(2023-03-15). IYSSE holds anti-war demonstrations in front of two major universities in Sri Lanka. wsws.org The two events in Sri Lanka were part of a global series being held by the IYSSE to fight for the end of the war in Ukraine and to prevent the US-led plans for conflict with China.
(2023-03-15). Big political issues discussed on SEP campaign in flood-affected Australian regional city. wsws.org Our campaigns found a great deal of concern about the rabid headlines during the week, declaring a "Red Alert" to prepare the population, the military and the entire economy for a war against China within three years.
(2023-03-15). The UAW sellout at Caterpillar and the way forward. wsws.org We made the decision to found the Caterpillar Workers Rank-and-File Committee earlier this year because we understood, based on the UAW bureaucracy's previous record of sellouts and betrayals, that it would not fight for us, and that any real struggle for workers' rights and interests would have to be organized from below.
(2023-03-15). Stop the war in Ukraine! Mobilize the international working class against imperialism! wsws.org In endorsing and participating in the demonstration on March 18, the IYSSE seeks to advance a revolutionary socialist strategy that directs the anti-war movement toward an open struggle against capitalism.
(2023-03-15). February marks 23rd straight month of real wages decline for US workers. wsws.org The weekend before the latest inflation figures were released, the United Auto Workers rammed through a contract at Caterpillar containing a cut in real wages of up to 20 percent by 2029.
(2023-03-15). New autopsy reveals 26-year old environmental activist was sitting cross-legged with hands raised when killed by Georgia state troopers. wsws.org The observations and conclusions from the second autopsy strongly buttress the insistent claim by Manuel "Tortuguita" Terán's mother and many other activists that he was "assassinated in cold blood."
(2023-03-15). Russia downs US drone as NATO plans major escalation in Ukraine. wsws.org The downing of the $30 million military drone is a dangerous milestone in the escalating war between the United States and Russia.
(2023-03-15). Fort Wayne Philharmonic to resume concerts following bitter three-month strike. wsws.org While beating back management demands to cut the number of full time musicians, wages will remain mired at essentially poverty levels.
(2023-03-15). SVB collapse exposes deep problems in US financial system. wsws.org The Fed and the FDIC, with the full backing of the Biden administration, which has pledged to do "whatever is needed," have justified their actions, full coverage for uninsured depositors at SVB as well as increased liquidity provisions for banks, on the grounds of "systemic risk."
(2023-03-15). UAW election debacle continues as delay in results continues to second week. wsws.org Behind the scenes there is a dirty fight over which faction of the UAW bureaucracy will dole out high paid positions and control the union's $1.1 billion in assets.
(2023-03-15). Another 10,000 layoffs at social media giant Meta. wsws.org On the heels of the collapse and US government bailout of Silicon Valley Bank on Monday, the social media monopoly Meta announced 10,000 more layoffs.
(2023-03-15). Chinese-brokered deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia raises alarm bells in Washington. wsws.org While the official response has been muted, US media commentaries point to deep concerns in Washington that Beijing has stolen a march on the US and is playing a more prominent role in the strategic energy-rich Middle East.
(2023-03-15). West Papua: How should Indonesian govt, international community, UN respond to OPM hostage demands? greenleft.org.au To prevent further bloodshed, peaceful resolution of the kidnapping of Phillip Mehrtens and Indonesia's brutal war of occupation in West Papua needs to be found, writes Yamin Kogoya.
(2023-03-15). Peru's De Facto Vice Minister of Health Chased from Restaurant. orinocotribune.com 
This Monday, March 13, members of the Ayacucho People's Defense Front (Fredepa), in Peru, confronted de facto Vice Minister of Health Henry Rebaza when he was having lunch in a restaurant in the department of Ayacucho. Rebaza fled the restaurant. | Cries of "murderer!" and "get out of Ayacucho!" were among the many insults that Rebaza and the entourage that accompanied him faced while a security agent tried to protect him. The ire of every day Peruvians was exacerbated by Rebaza's appearance at the fine restaurant during a time of crisis. Peruvians are faced with a coup regime that has been massacring their fello…
(2023-03-15). EU Discussion of New NGO Law Reveals Double Standard. orinocotribune.com As part of a campaign against foreign influence, the European Union (EU) is working on a law that will require NGOs and academic institutions to be subjected to audits to disclose any funding received outside the EU, three sources confirmed to According to a European official, the EU version of the NGO law is unlikely to target individuals, but would cause both commercial and nonprofit organizations across the EU to disclose non-EU funds related to transactions, such as…
(2023-03-15). Iran-Saudi Détente Spells a 'Catastrophe for US Hegemony': Analyst. orinocotribune.com 
(2023-03-15). US-Philippines Annual Military Drills Will Be the Biggest Ever. news.antiwar.com The US and the Philippines will conduct their largest-ever annual military exercises together in April amid heightened tensions with China, Reuters reported Tuesday. The annual Balikatan exercises will be held from April 11 to 28, and about 17,600 military personnel will take part, including 12,000 US troops. About 111 Australian soldiers will also take part. …
(2023-03-14). March To Iraq War, 20 Years Later: March 14, 2003. thedissenter.org The Dissenter Newsletter recalls each day in the timeline of events that led up to the US invasion of Iraq on March 19, 2003, twenty years ago…
(2023-03-14). Is a Chinese Invasion of Taiwan Imminent? tomdispatch.com Is China really on the verge of invading the island of Taiwan, as so many top American officials seem to believe? If the answer is "yes" and the U.S. intervenes on Taiwan's side — as President Biden has sworn it would — we could find ourselves in a major-power conflict, possibly even a nuclear one, in the not-too-distant future. Even if confined to Asia and fought with conventional weaponry alone — no sure thing — such a conflict would still result in human and economic damage on a far greater scale than observed in Ukraine today. But what if the answer is "no," which seems at least as lik…
(2023-03-14). China held yet another meeting of the "Two Sessions"; the Taiwan issue was also discussed. journal-neo.org 
(2023-03-14). Putin's Women Run the Show — But Germany's Touted Wehrmacht Wear Dresses Too. journal-neo.org 
(2023-03-14). The U.S. and EU Sowing Serious Political Discord in Serbia. strategic-culture.org
(2023-03-14). With the Twitter Files, Democrats Support Government Censorship of Lawful Speech. strategic-culture.org 
Welcome to the era of state-sponsored thought police | W.J. ASTORE | Yesterday, journalists Matt Taibbi and Michael Shellenberger testified before the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government. Their testimony, and the risible reactions of Democrats on the subcommittee, are well worth watching; I watched the
(2023-03-14). Africa and U.S. Imperialism: Post-Colonial Crises and the Imperatives of the African Revolution. globalresearch.ca First published by Global Research on May 19, 2013 | Image Patrice Lumumba | Five decades since the formation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) while the Pentagon and NATO escalates its war drive on the continent | The following lecture was …
(2023-03-14). Militarizing the Police. Activist Had Hands Up When Killed by Georgia Police? globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Colombia's 'total war' on illegal mining shuts down gold mining region. colombiareports.com 
Violence in Colombia's main gold mining region escalated after Defense Minister Ivan Velasquez declared "total war" on illegal mining on March 1. The announcement almost immediately triggered a miners' strike…
(2023-03-14). Monday 3/13: When Life Gives you Lemons, …. Citrus preservation workshop! (And potluck! FREE). indybay.org The PLACE For Sustainable Living | 1121 64th st | oakland, ca 94608…
(2023-03-14). Drought forces water cuts in Arizona town. america.cgtn.com 
As climate change worsens drought conditions in many areas around the world, communities are struggling to adapt. But when the most basic access to water supplies is disrupted or disappears — everyday life becomes a challenge. It's a scenario playing out in one small community …
(2023-03-14). Tennessee legislative committee hears bill to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day. peoplesworld.org 
NASHVILLE—On Feb. 28, a hearing was held on a bill before the Public Services Committee of the Tennessee state legislature for the adoption of Indigenous Peoples' Day in lieu of Columbus Day, which is currently recognized by the state. The committee hearing was held at the Cordell Hull State Office Building in downtown Nashville. The bill …
(2023-03-14). Un experimento neoliberal llamado Ucrania. globalizacion.ca Los medios de comunicación ucranianos e internacionales nunca dejan de recordar a sus habitantes que esta guerra se libra en nombre del "futuro europeo de Ucrania". Imagino que este nunca llegará; de todos modos, y mientras tanto, øqué son estos…
(2023-03-14). Former US natsec advisor: destroy Taiwan semiconductor factories if China invades. thegrayzone.com A growing body of evidence suggests that the US would blow up the global economy to prevent China from laying claim to Taiwan's semiconductor factories. Former White House National Security Advisor Robert C. O'Brien has hinted at a sinister US contingency plan in the event of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Rather than see Taiwan's semiconductor factories fall into the hands of the Communist Party of China, the US and its allies would simply pull a Nordstream. "The United States …
(2023-03-14). The Untainted Eyes of the Unschooled. dissidentvoice.org 
One year in Italy with their eyes open would be worth more than three at Oxford; and six months in the fields with a platyscopic lens would teach them strange things about the world around them that all the long terms at Harrow and Winchester have failed to discover to them. But that would involve …
(2023-03-14). Six War Mongering Think Tanks and the Military Contractors that Fund Them. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Banks Lobbied to Weaken Regulations That Could Have Prevented Their Collapse. truthout.org The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank are the largest bank failures since the 2008 financial crisis, which prompted lawmakers to pass legislation to increase regulations on banks and other financial institutions. But during the Trump administration, a number of Democrats joined Republicans in Congress to weaken laws including Dodd-Frank, the landmark regulatory reform passed in… |
(2023-03-14). The Heat: Iran-Saudi Arabia Ties. america.cgtn.com 
The restoration of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia — in a deal brokered by China reflects a changing world order. What can we expect for global diplomacy? Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed to resume diplomatic ties and the effects are expected to be felt …
(2023-03-14). The Weekly Round-up: The Illegal Migration Bill, Sanctions against gender-based violence, and Legal Aid eligibility. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
In the news The Illegal Migration Bill has been presented in parliament and published. The bill has sparked extensive legal discussion over potential issues of compatibility with the European Convention of Human Rights. Indeed, the government stated their wish to proceed with the bill in the absence of being able to make a statement of …
(2023-03-14). SF Board of Education Gives Green Light to Accommodate Eid Holiday Starting in 2024. indybay.org Arab and Muslim Community says, "We'll Be Back"
(2023-03-14). How Zionism helped the Nazis perpetrate the Holocaust. electronicintifada.net Monumental new book details the long history of Zionist affinity with fascism.
(2023-03-14). The AUKUS Submarine Announcement. dissidentvoice.org History is filled with failed planners and plans, threats thought of that did not eventuate, and threats unthought of that found their way into the books. The AUKUS agreement is an attempt to inflate a threat by developing a number of fictional capabilities in an effort to combat an inflated adversary. The checklist of imminent …
(2023-03-14). El colapso de Silicon Valley Bank revela el peligro de una crisis financiera más amplia. peoplesworld.org 
El capital financiero parece estar a punto de arrastrar una vez más al país a una nueva crisis bancaria, sacando a la luz el espectro del colapso de Lehman Brothers en 2008 y la Gran Recesión que provocó. Desde el viernes, el gobierno de EE. UU. ha tomado el control de dos bancos en un …
(2023-03-14). Banks get bailed out (again), but not students. cpusa.org 
Biden administration officials took extraordinary measures on Sunday to shore up confidence in the financial system after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Losses from the bank's collapse were estimated yesterday by Bloomberg at $450 billion, and mounting. While this does not yet compare to the $6 trillion in losses from the 2008 …
(2023-03-14). Atlanta Was a Constitution-Free Zone During "Stop Cop City" Week of Action. truthout.org Southeast Dekalb County, Georgia—Belkis Terán raised her arms wide to welcome the rain now pounding hard over the newly thatched pavilion in the parking lot of the "Weelaunee People's Park," a space once known to residents of Atlanta and Southeast DeKalb County as Intrenchment Creek Park. Long before settlers dubbed the South branch of the Ocmulgee River here as simply the "South River… |
(2023-03-14). Human Rights Law Centre: 'Fast-track' process designed to fail asylum seekers. greenleft.org.au Sanmati Verma, managing lawyer at the Human Rights Law Centre, told a forum the Fast Track process was "designed to see people fail". Chris Slee reports.
(2023-03-14). Biden Signs Executive Order on Guns to Enhance Background Checks. truthout.org President Joe Biden signed an executive order to address gun violence on Tuesday in Monterey Park, California, where, in January, a gunman shot 20 people, killing 11, during a Lunar New Year celebration. Biden's order will aim to promote secure storage of firearms and increase the number of background checks conducted each year. It will do so within the framework of the Safer Communities Act… |
(2023-03-14). At 95th Oscars, Academy Shows Their Racist Behinds… Again (OPINION). latinorebels.com People of color being recognized for their artistic achievements shouldn't be an outlier, and we shouldn't still be celebrating "firsts" at awards shows.
(2023-03-14). Ukrainian Official Says Kyiv Doesn't Have the Resources for a Counteroffensive. news.antiwar.com A senior Ukrainian government official told The Washington Post that Kyiv doesn't have the resources to pull off a big counteroffensive in the coming months as Ukraine is lacking skilled troops, munitions, and other equipment. "If you have more resources, you more actively attack," said the official, who spoke to…
(2023-03-14). Pro-Israel Lobby Doesn't Deserve Exemption From Criticism of Money in Politics. truthout.org On March 6-10, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights — the most important human rights body in the western hemisphere — held its 186th period of sessions in Los Angeles, on the campus of UCLA. On February 10, the Biden administration announced the selection of James Cavallaro, my former colleague at Stanford University, as the United States's candidate to serve on the Commission. Cavallaro'… |
(2023-03-14). How U.S. Military Spending Works. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). The Warring Peace: The AUKUS Submarine Announcement. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). History: The Three Partitions of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. 1772, 1793 and 1795. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Apple: "Forced Labor" in India with Foxconn. Hourly Wage 88 Cents. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Alberta, Canada Is Now Giving COVID-19 Vaccines to Minors Without Parental Consent. Doctors Are Now a Hazard to Your Child's Health. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). China, ASEAN keep improving economic and trade cooperation: China-ASEAN Business Council. ecns.cn China and ASEAN countries have continuously enhanced good-neighborly relations and improved the economic and trade cooperation, with both sides becoming each other's largest trading partner in the past three years, said Xu Ningning, executive president of the China-ASEAN Business Council and chairman of the RCEP Industry Cooperation Committee.
(2023-03-14). Haikou aims high with lofty economic targets. ecns.cn China's economy is set to rebound this year, and Haikou, the core area of Hainan Free Trade Port, is speeding up economic development, according to Ding Hui, mayor of Haikou and a deputy to the National People's Congress.
(2023-03-14). Allies' military exercise fuels tensions. ecns.cn Simulating a Korean Peninsula emergency, the ROK-US "Freedom Shield" springtime exercise will run for 11 days until March 23, Yonhap News Agency reported.
(2023-03-14). Shanghai delegates call for more basic research. ecns.cn Continued efforts should be made to invest more in basic research, which serves as the basis for advancing innovation and technology, and high-quality economic growth, according to the Shanghai delegates attending the two sessions in Beijing.
(2023-03-14). Advance of science underscored. ecns.cn China's future breakthroughs in much-needed technological advances such as high-end semiconductors and chips will be underpinned by its inputs into research in basic science.
(2023-03-14). Xi pools mighty force for building great country, national rejuvenation. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for forming a mighty force for building a great modern socialist country and advancing national rejuvenation.
(2023-03-14). Death toll exceeds 48,000 in Türkiye's deadly quakes. ecns.cn The death toll from two earthquakes that hit Türkiye on Feb 6 has risen to 48,448, the Turkish Interior Minister said Monday.
(2023-03-14). Private sector given support to 'grow, thrive'. ecns.cn China will make further efforts to enable private entrepreneurs to grow and thrive, and the country's private enterprises will enjoy a better environment and broader development space, Premier Li Qiang said on Monday.
(2023-03-14). Li: China committed to opening-up. ecns.cn Opening-up is a basic State policy of China, and no matter how the external situation evolves the country will stay firmly committed to pursuing the policy, Li Qiang said at his first news conference as premier on Monday.
(2023-03-14). President sets out major tasks for nation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping said on Monday that the people's trust is the biggest motivation that drives him to march on and is a great responsibility that he shoulders.
(2023-03-14). Michelle Yeoh wins as best actress, makes Oscar history. ecns.cn Michelle Yeoh, an iconic name in Chinese cinema, made history on Sunday night by becoming the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for best actress.
(2023-03-14). Experts: U.S. bank collapse result of failure to adhere to core activities. ecns.cn The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank will not affect China's banking industry but has highlighted the importance for banks of adhering to their primary business, serving the real economy, balancing their asset-liability structure and steering clear of excessive liquidity risk, experts said.
(2023-03-14). Iran hails China's important role in Tehran-Riyadh detente. ecns.cn China's important role in resuming Tehran-Riyadh relations is part of Beijing's efforts to help ensure peace, stability and security in the Middle East, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said Monday.
(2023-03-14). Employment remains key national priority. ecns.cn China will embrace a talent dividend to boost economic development, while the implementation of the employment-first policy remains one of the government's top priorities to stabilize the job market, said Premier Li Qiang.
(2023-03-14). Biden approves massive oil drilling project in Alaska. ecns.cn U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday approved a massive oil drilling project in Alaska, a move that drew criticism from environmentalists for its potential climate impact.
(2023-03-14). China resumes visa issuance to foreigners. ecns.cn China's visa authorities abroad will resume issuance of all categories of visas to foreigners starting on Wednesday, according to a statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Tuesday.
(2023-03-14). Chinese modernization inspires many developing countries: international media on two sessions. ecns.cn During the just-concluded "two sessions," the world kept a close eye on how the annual event would devise China's development and promote its people's well-being for the years ahead.
(2023-03-14). China Focus: Scientists develop improved method for quantum communication. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has developed a new method for quantum communication by designing an open configuration of twin-field quantum key distribution (QKD), achieving secure communications at a distance of more than 615 km.
(2023-03-14). China's terahertz detector harvests results in Antarctica. ecns.cn China's self-developed terahertz detection equipment has successfully carried out operations in Antarctica and harvested results by completing astronomical observation experiments at terahertz frequencies.
(2023-03-14). Endangered bird species spotted in north China nature reserve. ecns.cn One of the birds landed on the water, while the other flew away without stopping, according to Huo Hengmao, a photographer who snapped pictures of the rare birds at the reserve.
(2023-03-14). Bangladesh's top business body chief sees trade potential with China. ecns.cn The apex trade organization of Bangladesh has held the Bangladesh Business Summit 2023 in partnership with the Bangladeshi government.Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the summit to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI), the country's top business body.
(2023-03-14). HSBC acquires collapsed Silicon Valley Bank's UK subsidiary. ecns.cn HSBC, the largest bank in Europe, on Monday said it had bought the United Kingdom (UK) operations of the failed U.S. lender Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) for a single symbolic pound (1.21 U.S. dollar). The move is expected to save many British startups from huge losses.
(2023-03-14). Opening-up, stress on value chains praised. ecns.cn China's unswerving commitment to high-level opening-up is "very welcome" when rising geo-economic fragmentation is threatening global growth, said a senior official of the International Monetary Fund.
(2023-03-14). 5G, 6G at 'forefront' for high-quality development, digital transformation. ecns.cn China's intensified push for the development of superfast wireless technology including 5G and 6G will further promote industrial upgrading and digital transformation in traditional sectors, providing new momentum for the country's economic growth.
(2023-03-14). China's domestically developed terahertz testing system successfully withstands extreme Antarctic weather in first trial. ecns.cn China's domestically developed terahertz testing system successfully withstands extreme Antarctic weather in first trial, Purple Mountain Observatory of the Chinese Academy of Sciences told the Global Times on Monday.
(2023-03-14). Baby girl breaks Asia's heart transplant record. ecns.cn The life of a 53-day-old girl suffering from a congenital heart defect in Wuhan, Hubei province, has been saved by record-breaking surgery as doctors successfully performed a heart transplant.
(2023-03-14). Customers line up to withdraw money at SVB. ecns.cn Customers stand in line outside Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) headquarter to withdraw money in Santa Clara, California, U.S., March 13, 2023.
(2023-03-14). 2,980-meter bridge across grand canyon under construction. ecns.cn Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge over Huajiang River is under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 13, 2023.
(2023-03-14). Henan launches new freight route to Miami. ecns.cn The containers, loaded with 130 tons of dehydrated vegetables and seasoning, leave Zhoukou Central Port on Monday and will arrive at Miami Port after a 45-day voyage.
(2023-03-14). 1,000-year-old Medieval treasure discovered in Netherlands. ecns.cn A Dutch historian found a unique 1,000-year-old medieval golden treasure, consisting of four golden ear pendants, two strips of gold leaf and 39 silver coins.
(2023-03-14). Two Chinese villages recognized among Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by UNWTO. ecns.cn
(2023-03-14). Review: Enrique S Rivera — "The Untold Story of Capitalism: Primitive Accumulation and the Anti-Slavery Revolution" mronline.org 
Every May 10th marks Afro-Venezuelan Day and commemorates the 1795 Coro Rebellion. The May 1795 revolutionary events are the centerpiece of Enrique S. Rivera's The Untold History of Capitalism: Primitive Accumulation and the Anti-Slavery Revolution.
(2023-03-14). 'The bank is now insolvent'. workers.org 
It is often the case that, when the capitalist system is on the verge of a crisis, the period leading up to it is marked by buoyant explosions of optimism. On Oct. 25, 1929, President Herbert Hoover proclaimed that the U.S. economy was "on a sound and prosperous basis." Four . . . |
(2023-03-14). Argentina — Cristina, en el centro de la cuestión. globalizacion.ca Se produjeron tres episodios consecutivos que tienen a la vicepresidenta como protagonista. Corroboran su rol primordial. Pero, si es por las expectativas estrictamente electorales, volvió a asomar mucho antes la estadista, el marco, la guía, que una probable candidata. | Corresponde…
(2023-03-14). The Cell Phone Is a Pair of Red High Heels. dissidentvoice.org It is comical how easily one can be ignored for pointing out that new technology is dangerous and fetishistic. So-called "smart" cell phones are a prime example. For years I have been pointing out their dangers on many levels. To say most people are devoted to them is an understatement. Maybe it is an exaggeration to say …
(2023-03-14). The Looming Quadrillion Dollar Derivatives Tsunami. dissidentvoice.org On Friday, March 10, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapsed and was taken over by federal regulators. SVB was the 16th largest bank in the country and its bankruptcy was the second largest in U.S. history, following Washington Mutual in 2008. Despite its size, SVB was not a "systemically important financial institution" (SIFI) as defined in …
(2023-03-14). Brazilian organization offers immersive experience in Indigenous communities. america.cgtn.com 
To learn about another culture, nothing beats an immersive experience. That's what one program in Brazil is offering — to cultivate a new-found appreciation for the country's Indigenous communities. It comes as serious Indigenous issues are being brought to light — like the hunger crisis …
(2023-03-14). Officials analyze fallout from SVB collapse. america.cgtn.com 
Stock markets across the world continued to suffer aftershocks this Tuesday following the dramatic collapse of two U.S. banks. U.S. authorities seemed to have stemmed some of the panics by covering customer deposits and any banks running into liquidity problems. But there are now urgent …
(2023-03-14). Fairfax County, Va., residents demand answers following police killing of Timothy Johnson. peoplesworld.org 
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va.—On Feb. 22, 2023, a man named Timothy Johnson hopped on the Metro to go to the big Tysons Corner Center mall near his home in Fairfax County, Va. Hours later, he was shot and killed by Fairfax County Police. Details of what happened in those intervening hours are unknown, except that an …
(2023-03-14). Silicon Valley Bank: Canary in the coal mine? The banking crisis is a capitalist crisis. liberationnews.org 
No matter what federal government says, this is a bailout and taxpayers are on the hook.
(2023-03-14). Estados Unidos desacreditado por la guerra de Ucrania y las sanciones a Rusia. globalizacion.ca El miedo es mal consejero, nos mueve a tomar decisiones erróneas que la razón desaconsejaría. La interferencia de ese poderoso sentimiento, combinada con la falacia a la que induce el error de medida de la fuerza propia nos empuja a…
(2023-03-14). Denver FRSO hosts International Women's Day rally at State Capitol. fightbacknews.org Denver, CO – On Wednesday, March 8, the Freedom Road Socialist Organization hosted a rally at the Colorado State Capitol building to celebrate International Women's Day. Two dozen people gathered to answer the call for an end to attacks on women's and reproductive rights, including members of Students for a Democratic Society and the Denver-Aurora Community Action Committee. | FRSO and Denver residents are outraged at the outcome of the Dobbs Supreme Court decision. So-called "trigger laws" banned abortion in 13 states after the decision was made in 2022. In other states, "heartbeat bills" have become law, serio…
(2023-03-14). Defensive Invasion & Strategies of Power. indybay.org Imagine it's war and no one goes! This dream is being hurled into the dustbin of history by NATO. War is socially acceptable again, new lifestyle. Many voices cry for revenge, cry for the most modern weapons, because there are new sneaky attack warriors with poisonous arrows. It all seems like a duplicate of the US founding story. The new savages, the new Indians are the Russians.
(2023-03-14). Seeing Is Believing: What the Data Reveal About Deaths Following COVID Vaccine Rollouts Around the World. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Geoengineering: Romanian General Emil Strainu on the Terrifying Possibilities of Geo-warfare. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Para México es inaceptable la intención de promover fuerzas militares de EE.UU. globalizacion.ca El presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador condenó la iniciativa republicana en la Cámara de Representantes que propone una intervención militar en México que combata al narcotráfico y dijo que es irresponsable, una ofensa al pueblo de México, "una falta de…
(2023-03-14). Selected Articles: China's Initiative: Iran and Saudi Arabia Are Back on the Diplomatic Track. Ending the Atrocious War in Yemen? globalresearch.ca 
By The Sunni Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Shia Republic of Iran have agreed — …
(2023-03-14). Justice for Susana Morales. latinorebels.com The family of 16-year-old Susana Morales, who went missing while walking home in July 2022, is seeking justice after her body was discovered in early February by police in Gwinnett County, Georgia and the later arrest of a former police officer as a suspect.
(2023-03-14). Colombia — La nueva ola de la movilización social y la protesta popular. globalizacion.ca Ha regresado con mucho ímpetu el movimiento social y la acción colectiva popular con diversos eventos como bloqueos de vías, huelgas campesinas y cocaleras, manifestaciones estudiantiles, plantones indígenas, mítines de mujeres, tomas agrarias y movilizaciones ambientales. | En los primeros meses…
(2023-03-14). Social Care Minister visits Imperial for launch of cancer breath test study. imperial.ac.uk Minister for Social Care Helen Whately MP visited the Hammersmith Campus last week to discuss Imperial's research on diagnosing cancer.
(2023-03-14). Europe's military is in "appalling state" — experts. infobrics.org The next generation of American politicians will be more consumed by China than Russia.
(2023-03-14). Additional Brazilian Firms Cleared to Export Corn to China. infobrics.org Brazil's agriculture ministry said that 90 local firms have been cleared to export corn to China in the first two months of the year, taking the total to 446…
(2023-03-14). The Indian-Russian Relationship Remains Strong. infobrics.org India has embraced Russia in a "special and privileged strategic partnership" that features regular dialogues between the heads of state as well as ministries, substantial advanced arms sales, and intergovernmental commissions to cooperate in trade, energy, science, technology, and culture…
(2023-03-14). Russian Siberia Attracting Mutual Investment from Kazakhstan and China. infobrics.org The Krasnoyarsk Economic Forum has been taking place in Siberia, an event at which the development of Siberia, taking into account the current economic and geopolitical situation, is discussed…
(2023-03-14). Kiev's neo-Nazi regime continues its persecution against the Orthodox Church. infobrics.org Now, Ukrainian authorities demand that an important religious place in Kiev be abandoned by Orthodox monks, which sounds unacceptable to the Christian people.
(2023-03-14). Washington DC warmongers keep threatening Mexico. infobrics.org The case of Mexico is quite telling that no country can hope to feel safe, no matter how closely it worked with the US authorities. For decades, the country has been ravaged by drug cartels, themselves often deeply connected to the infamous CIA and other US intelligence agencies.
(2023-03-14). Braving the High Seas to Europe and North America: The Many Killers of the Migrant Worker. libya360.wordpress.com Yusuf Serunkuma Yusuf Serunkuma writes that a migrant worker dies many times, and has many killers. They die in their home countries — where they are structurally, violently uprooted — they then die on the journeys to either Europe or the Middle East and then, they finally die in dehumanising working conditions if they ever…
(2023-03-14). China's Example of Leadership Injects Hope into a World of Uncertainty. libya360.wordpress.com Danny Haiphong Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee, presides over the closing meeting of the talks between a Saudi delegation and an Iranian delegation in Beijing, capital of China,…
(2023-03-14). Colombian Government and ELN Conclude Second Round of Peace Talks. libya360.wordpress.com Peoples Dispatch The Colombian government and the National Liberation Army (ELN) concluded the second round of peace talks on March 10, in Mexico. Photo: Francia Márquez/Twitter During the second round of peace talks, the Colombian government and the ELN agreed on a six-point definitive agenda that will guide the following stages of the negotiation process…
(2023-03-14). Dmitry Polyanskiy: 'A New World is Taking Shape'. libya360.wordpress.com Al Mayadeen Russian deputy representative to the United Nations Dmitry Polyanskiy A lot has changed since the start of the Russian special military operation in Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Borders of countries have changed, the form of relations and alliances has changed, and the war that began in the Donbass region has resonated across the…
(2023-03-14). Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's Interview with Channel One, Moscow, March 10, 2023. libya360.wordpress.com Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's interview with Channel One's The Great Game political talk show, Moscow, March 10, 2023 Question: I'll start with a question concerning the latest news. In Tbilisi, the government has in fact met all the demands of the protesters without exception and without any concessions on the part of the protesters. However, we…
(2023-03-14). Libya: Abdoulaye Bathily's Proposals Cannot Succeed. libya360.wordpress.com Habib Lassoued UN Envoy, Abdoulaye Bathily There is nothing to suggest that the initiative of the UN envoy to Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily, can open the doors of a solution to the worsening crisis. His initiative is immature, incomplete, and closest to the bitter fruit of a desperate situation in which the international community is floundering,…
(2023-03-14). Libya: Do Not Be Deceived by the Soft-Spoken! libya360.wordpress.com Eshtaiwe Eljadi, Former Libyan Diplomat UN Envoy, Abdoulaye Bathily It is well known that the United Nations and its International Security Council have played a major role in giving America and its Western allies a free hand in Libya since February 2011, when it placed the then-existing Libyan national government under Chapter VII of international…
(2023-03-14). Sergey Glazyev: 'The Road to Financial Multipolarity Will Be Long and Rocky'. libya360.wordpress.com Pepe Escobar In an exclusive interview with The Cradle, Russia's top macroeconomics strategist criticizes Moscow's slow pace of financial reform and warns there will be no new global currency without Beijing. The headquarters of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) in Moscow, linked to the Eurasia Economic Union (EAEU) is arguably one of the most crucial nodes of the…
(2023-03-14). The "French Era" is Coming to an End, and Not Just in Africa. libya360.wordpress.com Vladimir Danilov During his recent four-day African tour, French President Emmanuel Macron was forced to admit that the era of the "Franàßafrique" is over in Gabon. It existed for more than six decades, realizing Paris' desire to imprison its former colonies in Africa in the "arms" of enslaving economic agreements and informal arrangements with the…
(2023-03-14). The Nord Stream-Andromeda Cover Up. libya360.wordpress.com Scott Ritter Divers taking a safety stop at 5 metres. (Oetzipopoetzi, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) U.S. intelligence was too quick to leak information about the German investigation to The New York Times.It raises the distinct impression that the real culprit is nervous about the investigative work of Seymour Hersh. Back in 2000, the television series "Andromeda" premiered,…
(2023-03-14). Ukraine: Western Media Start to Acknowledge Reality. libya360.wordpress.com Moon of Alabama Finally some truth about the real state of the Ukrainian military is sneaking into main stream media. It is as bad, still not fully disclosed, as we have described it again and again. As the Washington Post provides: Ukraine short of skilled troops and munitions as losses, pessimism grow I'll leave out the propaganda bits and go…
(2023-03-14). House GOP Pushes Bill Targeting Food Assistance for the Poor. truthout.org More than a dozen House Republicans are expected to release legislation Tuesday that would impose more harsh work requirements on certain recipients of federal food aid, a clear signal that the GOP intends to target nutrition assistance in critical debt ceiling, budget, and farm bill talks. Led by Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), the measure would "expand the age bracket for able-bodied [Supplemental… |
(2023-03-14). New Report Estimates Disease Burden Among Displaced Ukrainians. jamanetwork.com Russia's invasion of Ukraine has led to the displacement of about 12.3 million Ukrainians—more than 25% of the country's population. About half of those displaced left for other countries; the remainder moved within Ukraine.
(2023-03-14). Federal Officials Issue Initial Guidance to Rein in Drug Spending. jamanetwork.com The US Department of Health and Human Services released a preliminary plan for decreasing drug prices as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which President Joe Biden signed into law last August. Under the Medicare Prescription Drug Inflation Rebate Program, companies will be required to pay rebates to Medicare if they increase their prices for both Part B and Part D drugs faster than the rate of inflation.
(2023-03-14). Teens Report Record Levels of Violence, Mental Health Challenges. jamanetwork.com Adolescent mental health continued to worsen through 2021, based on survey responses from 17‚ÄØ232 high school students. According to the report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teen girls scored worse than boys on almost all measures collected, with nearly twice the number of girls—57% in total—experiencing persistent sadness or hopelessness during the past year. In addition, 30% of teen girls seriously considered suicide and 18% experienced sexual violence.
(2023-03-14). Study: No New SARS-CoV-2 Variants in Recent Outbreak in China. jamanetwork.com After relaxing its "zero-COVID policy" in early December 2022, China's SARS-CoV-2 infections surged, stoking concerns that new variants might appear. But none emerged in a genomic analysis of 413 COVID-19 cases collected in Beijing between November 14 and December 20, 2022. Two Omicron subvariants—BA.5.2 and BF.7—represented more than 90% of local infections, researchers in China reported in The Lancet.
(2023-03-14). Physicians Are More Burned Out Than Ever—Here's What Can Be Done About It. jamanetwork.com This Medical News article discusses US initiatives to improve health care worker well-being as burnout and intent to leave to medicine reach record levels.
(2023-03-14). Atrial Pacing for Chronotropic Incompetence in HFpEF. jamanetwork.com This randomized crossover trial assessed if implanting and programming a pacemaker for rate-adaptive atrial pacing improved exercise performance in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and chronotropic incompetence at a single US tertiary referral center.
(2023-03-14). Negative Trial Challenges Paradigms and Guidelines. jamanetwork.com In this issue of JAMA, Borlaug and colleagues report the results of a important clinical trial, which are likely to alter paradigms and clinical guidelines for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). The prevalence of this syndrome has progressively increased, and HFpEF has become the most common form of heart failure, particularly in older persons, women, and Black individuals. It affects more than 3 million people in the US and is associated with severe symptoms of exertional dyspnea and fatigue (exercise intolerance), impaired health-related quality of life, severely reduced exercise capacity (…
(2023-03-14). Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction. jamanetwork.com This review discusses current evidence regarding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
(2023-03-14). "I Wonder"—The Role of Poetry in Palliative Care. jamanetwork.com A vital place for poetry in the work of clinicians is in palliative care as patients, families, and end-of-life professionals confront the limits of what allopathic treatments offer. In a riff on an interview technique taught to palliative care clinicians to help elicit patients' and loved ones' concerns and priorities around final illness, the poem's 4 "I wonder" stems invite us to join a dying patient and her husband in imagining what is to come and what it might mean: ghosts as longing; a faithful dog as comfort; a patterned blanket as warmth; and, in a kind of therapeutic synesthesia for the patient whom the…
(2023-03-14). Medicare Advantage Enrollment by Beneficiaries With End-Stage Renal Disease. jamanetwork.com This cross-sectional study uses data from Medicare beneficiaries with ESRD (kidney transplant recipients and those undergoing dialysis) to examine changes in Medicare Advantage enrollment after enactment of the 21st Century Cures Act overall, by race and ethnicity, and by dual-eligible status.
(2023-03-14). California's State Insurance Gender Nondiscrimination Act and Utilization of Gender-Affirming Surgery. jamanetwork.com This population epidemiology study assesses the association of California's 2013 implementation of the Insurance Gender Nondiscrimination Act and utilization of gender-affirming surgery among California residents, compared with residents of the control states of Washington and Arizona.
(2023-03-14). Spinal Cord Burst vs Placebo Stimulation for Chronic Radicular Pain After Lumbar Spine Surgery—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply In our quadruple-blinded, crossover, randomized clinical trial of 50 patients with chronic radicular pain after spine surgery, spinal cord burst stimulation resulted in no significant differences in core outcome measures, including functional disability measured by the Oswestry Disability Index, the Numerical Rating Scale for leg and back pain, quality of life, and physical activity levels, compared with placebo.
(2023-03-14). Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and New Mental Health Diagnoses in Adult Survivors of Critical Illness—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply Our study demonstrated a modest association between survivorship after ECMO and new mental health diagnoses. In their Letter, Drs Li and Li hypothesize that this association may have been mediated by differences in sedation among patients exposed to ECMO.
(2023-03-14). Spinal Cord Burst vs Placebo Stimulation for Chronic Radicular Pain After Lumbar Spine Surgery. jamanetwork.com To the Editor In a recent randomized clinical trial that included patients with chronic radicular pain after spine surgery, Dr Hara and colleagues found no significant difference in back pain—related disability with burst spinal cord stimulation vs placebo. We commend the authors for their avoidance of industry sponsorship, which can introduce bias into interventional pain research. However, we would like to highlight important aspects of this study.
(2023-03-14). Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and New Mental Health Diagnoses in Adult Survivors of Critical Illness. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study found that extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) was significantly associated with a modestly increased risk of new mental health diagnoses or social problems in adult survivors of critical illness in Canada. Although Cox regression analyses were performed to determine the independent factors associated with new mental health diagnoses or social problems, it is important to consider the role of sedation in patients treated with ECMO.
(2023-03-14). Consistency of Physician Data Across Health Insurer Directories. jamanetwork.com This study assesses the consistency of information across publicly available physician directories from 5 large national health insurers.
(2023-03-14). The Therapy of Certain Functional Nervous Disturbances. jamanetwork.com The treatment of headache or migraine, like that of fatigue, mental lethargy, and the whole complex of neurasthenia, is admittedly unsatisfactory. The reason for this lies primarily in our ignorance of the genesis of these clinical disturbances. There seems to be a crying need of immediate further studies in this field of medical research. The failure of clinical medicine to make satisfactory progress in the management of certain types of functional nervous disturbances justifies us in giving a respectful hearing to any reasonable proposal. In this spirit, reference may be made to the suggestions of Pemberton tha…
(2023-03-14). Biden Weaponizes Hate to Win Votes. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Sat. March 18 — National March on Washington — at the White House On the 20th anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq: No War in Ukraine! No to NATO! No Weapons, No Money for the Ukraine War. iacenter.org
(2023-03-14). Canada: Investigation into RCMP extractive capital protection force announced. greenleft.org.au An impending investigation may shed some light on abuses at the hands of Royal Canadian Mounted Police officers against Indigenous land defenders and mining and forestry protesters, reports Jeff Shantz.
(2023-03-14). Syrian Government Condemns Visit of General Mark Milley and Accuses U.S. Occupying Forces of Stealing Country's Oil. covertactionmagazine.com On March 4, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Mark Milley, made a surprise visit to U.S. troops stationed in northeast Syria to the chagrin of the Syrian government, which said the visit was "illegal" and a "flagrant violation of the country's sovereignty." The Syrian Foreign Ministry said that Milley's visit would "not …
(2023-03-14). Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin—Former Member of Raytheon Board of Directors—Has Awarded Over $30 Billion in Contracts to Raytheon Since His Confirmation in January 2021. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). January 6 Was Not a Revolution. dissidentvoice.org 
Even a broken clock is correct twice a day. Likewise, an incompetent, historically ignorant, politically naive, diplomatically challenged, shallow, impulsive, narcissistic reality show host elected by a conned citizenry to the highest office in the land can occasionally get a few things right as well. I won't get into a spitting contest over whether the …
(2023-03-14). Protest at the White House, March 18, Against US Proxy War in Ukraine. dissidentvoice.org 
On March 18, protesters will gather at the White House to call for an end to Joe Biden's cruel proxy war. "Cruel" is the operative word, because the war cynically uses Ukrainians as cannon fodder to weaken Russia and bring about regime change. We should all be there — or at one of the 5 …
(2023-03-14). Saudi Aramco Reports Gargantuan $161 Bn in Profits, But will Electric Cars kill the Oil Market within 2 Decades? juancole.com 
Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Dan Murphy at CNBC reports that the giant Saudi Aramco oil company posted an unprecedented profit of $161 billion for 2022. The company's CEO, Amin Nasser, commented that this was probably the biggest profit ever made in the course of one year by any private company. Murphy reports that Nasser …
(2023-03-14). The CO2 Narrative: The Truth About 'Net Zero': A Diabolical Agenda Sold as a Saviour Formula. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). International Women's Alliance Uplifts Militant Grassroots Struggles in First U.S.-Based Conference. towardfreedom.org Hundreds of mostly women gathered at Washington, D.C.-based Catholic University's Maloney Hall during the first weekend of March to convene the first U.S.-based conference of an international grassroots women's alliance and help strengthen its U.S. chapter. TF editor Julie Varughese reports.
(2023-03-14). Blood Does Not Wash Away Blood. dissidentvoice.org The extraordinary March 10, 2023 announcement that China's top diplomat, Mr. Wang Yi, helped broker a rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran suggests that major powers can benefit from believing that, as Albert Camus once put it, "words are more powerful than munitions." This concept was also acknowledged by General Mark Milley, Chairman of the …
(2023-03-14). China Condemns US Plan to Sell Nuclear Submarines to Australia. truthout.org China accused Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of threatening peace in the Pacific region after leaders of the so-called AUKUS military partnership unveiled further information about their plan to expand the reach of Washington's nuclear-powered submarine technology. "The latest joint statement from the U.S., U.K., and Australia demonstrates that the three countries… |
(2023-03-14). Biden denounced for 'appalling' approval of Willow oil project. nationofchange.org "There is simply no justification for President Biden's decision to approve a massive new oil drilling scheme that will lead to decades of air and climate pollution," said one critic.
(2023-03-14). Dare Call It A Coup? CIA Front Threatens Color Revolution in Georgia. mintpressnews.com 
Kit Klarenberg exposes the US and EU's sinister meddling in Georgia's sovereignty and democracy through NGOs, propaganda and the tried and true method of sowing the seeds of discontent.
(2023-03-14). Political Insanity: The Real Face of the GOP's "Non-interventionism": Withdrawal of U.S. Troops from Syria Should be Redeployed to "Fight China" globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Stop Sale Of KPFK Bldg & Flagrant Violations Of Pacifica Bylaws 6 Year Term Limit-Speak Out. indybay.org
(2023-03-14). Here Comes the Judge — We Talk About Ukraine, China and the U.S. Intelligence Community. sonar21.com 
I was delighted to be invited to do another program with Judge Napolitano. We kick off the show talking about Russia downing the U.S. MQ 9 Reaper drone.
(2023-03-14). The U.S. Intelligence Community is Doing Group Think on Steroids. sonar21.com 
The line dividing consensus from group think is narrow and not well defined. There are four principal agencies in the U.S. Intelligence Community (USIC) who actually produce raw intelligence —…
(2023-03-14). Taco Tuesday? At People's World, it's also $50 Tuesday. peoplesworld.org 
Besides being Taco Tuesday, it's also $50 Tuesday! Yes, March is devoted to the People's World Weekday Sustainer Pitch. Each day of the week, readers are encouraged to sign up for a sustainer at a specific amount (i.e., $100 Mondays, $50 Tuesdays, $20 Wednesdays, $10 Thursdays, and $5 Fridays). Please sign up today to become …
(2023-03-14). Is Sharing Caring? Disclosures from the Family Courts to Professional Regulators. ukhumanrightsblog.com The Guardian newspaper reported the decision in Re X (Disclosure to Social Work England: Findings of Domestic Abuse) [2023] EWHC 447 (Fam) with the headline, "social worker who abused ex-partner loses fight to keep details from regulator". Reading that one might instinctively think, "well, of course he lost". For my part, when I read beyond the Guardian's …
(2023-03-14). Police Accountability & Reinventing Policing, with Stephen Janis and Taya Graham. mintpressnews.com Lee Camp speaks to Taya and Stephen, hosts of the show, "The Police Accountability Report," about police brutality, corruption and the growing push for reform.
(2023-03-14). Foreign Devils on the Road to Afghanistan. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Almagro's ethics violations at OAS are the "tip of a big and deadly iceberg." cepr.net Today's report by the Associated Press of further evidence of ethics violations by OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro is just the "tip of a big and deadly iceberg," said Mark Weisbrot, Co-Director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research. "Unfortunately this is not the only, or even the most serious, violation of OAS rules …
(2023-03-14). No pueden aprobar una reforma migratoria en su propia casa, pero ya quieren ir a México a "acabar con el narco" globalizacion.ca Estos días dentro del conservadurismo estadounidense anda rondando la idea de que hay que enviar fuerzas armadas estadounidenses a México, con el pretexto de "acabar con los narcotraficantes". | Un pequeño detalle radica en que Estados Unidos no puede ni acabar…
(2023-03-14). How The United States Is Preparing For Imminent War With China. popularresistance.org US aggression toward China is escalating and China is shedding its usual restraint to more clearly call out this aggression and warn the US not to overstep its red lines. Clearing the FOG speaks with K. J. Noh, an activist, journalist and scholar on the geopolitics of the Asian continent. He discusses the renewed belligerence of South Korea under the President Yoon Suk-yeol, the increasing militarization of Japan, shifting alliances in Western Asia and how China, including Taiwan, is responding. Noh also speaks about efforts in the United States to prepare for a war against China and how that is increasing violen…
(2023-03-14). Daniel Ellsberg Is Calling on All of Us to Work to Avert Nuclear War. truthout.org The legendary Daniel Ellsberg has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. In a March 1 email to friends, Dan wrote, "I'm sorry to report to you that my doctors have given me three to six months to live … it might be more, or less." He will turn 92 on April 7. Dan displayed uncommon courage in 1971 when he publicized the 7,000-page top-secret Pentagon Papers while working at the Rand Corporation. |
(2023-03-14). Equal Pay Day arrives with gender, racial pay gap still yawning. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Equal Pay Day arrived on March 14 with the pay gap still yawning between working men and working women, adjusted for occupation, education, and qualifications. And it came with Democratic congresswomen, led by House whip Katherine Clark of Massachusetts and longtime equal pay advocate Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut, vowing to again push legislation to close …
(2023-03-14). Torture, Murder and Security Clearances at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. indybay.org The news out of the democratic republic of Chile this week is that the conviction of Jaime Garcia Covarrubias—the former National Defense University / Defense Security Cooperation Agency professor who was since 2008 the target of the Petitioner's disclosures through the NDU/DSCA chain of command—for the torture and murder of an unarmed detainee was upheld by that country's Supreme Court. | Garcia Covarrubias has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his authorship of that crime, one of two involving the torture and clandestine murder of unarmed detainees for which he has already been convicted a…
(2023-03-14). Crisis in Middle East and North Africa: US-UK Encroaching on Conduct of Elections in Libya. Interview with Journalist Martin Jay. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Farmworkers in Florida are marching against slave conditions. therealnews.com 
In December of 2016, the
(2023-03-14). Colombian businesses hiring more Venezuelan migrants. america.cgtn.com 
Venezuelan migrants have become of the largest displacement crises in the world. This population faces many challenges including discrimination, often in the workplace and even on the streets. While the Colombian government provides social support programs for migrants, private businesses are taking an extra step …
(2023-03-14). Why Would Anyone Ever Assume We're Not Being Manipulated 24/7? dissidentvoice.org 
So many people I know get very defensive when I discuss the plandemic machinations. They either can not accept that manipulation is the standard operating procedure for those in charge or that they would ever be gullible enough to be tricked on a regular basis. That's when I tell them about the Gruen Transfer. Victor …
(2023-03-14). Montreal: Banner Drop for Weelaunee Forest Defenders. itsgoingdown.org Action report on banner drop in Montreal in solidarity with the struggle to stop Cop City in so-called Atlanta, GA. Originally posted to Montreal Counter-Info. Militarization and expansion of police power is a global threat. The fight back against the Cop City development project in Atlanta mirrors other local struggles everywhere. This solid and long standing…
(2023-03-14). NLG Condemns "Stop Cop City" Music Festival Arrests in Atlanta. indybay.org Law enforcement detained at least 35 people in Atlanta on Sunday, March 5, at a solidarity music festival over a mile away from the Cop City construction site.
(2023-03-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Exercise safety in cold weather. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I work out at least three days per week at the gym, but I also like to exercise and run outside. Although I know better than to be outdoors in a winter storm, do you have any tips for exercising safely outdoors in cold weather? ANSWER: It is great that you are dedicated to staying healthy through exercise. Being active at all ages is recommended to improve overall health. It's easy to lose motivation…
(2023-03-14). Do prescription opioids impact cognitive function in older adults? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Prescription opioid use could have a negative effect on cognitive function in older adults, according to a recent Mayo Clinic study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. The population-based observational study used data from the Mayo Clinic Study of Aging, a research initiative examining the cognitive decline in older people for nearly 20 years. Findings The study found that 70% of participants received at least one opioid prescription over an average of…
(2023-03-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you have dry eyes? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dry eye disease is a common condition that can cause a range of discomfort. It can happen when the eye doesn't produce enough tears, or if the tears are not adequate quality to keep the eye properly lubricated. Dr. Dave Patel, a Mayo Clinic ophthalmologist, explains some of the causes of dry eyes, treatments and some symptoms you shouldn't ignore. Watch this Mayo Clinic Minute www.youtube.com/watch?v=pU8CLcwtjLY Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 06) is in the downloads at…
(2023-03-14). Former Tamil refugee asks federal gov't to give asylum seekers permanency. greenleft.org.au Australian Tamil Congress director Nimalakaran Sinnakkili called for permanent protection for the remaining refugees and asylum seekers living in the community and those imprisoned in detention centres in Australia and on Nauru.
(2023-03-14). He Went Ice-fishing on Baikal Ice… smoothiex12.blogspot.com a warm story of the American combat veteran who settled in village… in Siberia. I can totally relate in search for peace, including this very special one, peace of mind–30 years ago that is how we ended up in America, a very different America then. Russia was also very different.
(2023-03-14). EPA proposes 'strongest ever' standards for keeping coal plant pollution out of U.S. waterways. nationofchange.org "The coal industry has benefited from lax pollution controls for decades, and we are pleased that the EPA is finally requiring the industry to stop dumping toxic pollutants into our waterways."
(2023-03-14). Criminalization of Poverty Program at IPS's Statement on President Biden's Budget. ips-dc.org "As an expression of values, its proposals to invest in families and workers, protect Social Security, and strengthen Medicare reflect the values of most of us."
(2023-03-14). Temple University grad student strike wins contract. workers.org 
Philadelphia March 13, 2023 — Temple graduate students have overwhelmingly approved a tentative agreement reached with the university on March 10, putting an end to their nearly six-week-long strike. Demanding better pay and more benefits, Temple University Graduate Students Association, Local 6290, staged a walkout for the first time in . . . |
(2023-03-14). How the US And Canada Are Wooing Latin America and the Caribbean to Front For Their Plan To Invade Haiti. orinocotribune.com By Travis Ross — Feb 22, 2023 | On Jan. 23-24, 2023, heads of state and government met at the seventh Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. | The Summit marked a renewed interest in regional integration by the leaders of the 33 countries which attended, culminating in an 111 point declaration entitled " The document affirmed CELAC members' commitment to "advance with determination in the integration process,…
(2023-03-14). Brazilian President attends Indigenous Assembly. america.cgtn.com 
There was much anticipation among Brazilian Indigenous communities – as Brazil's President Luis Inácio Lula da Silva attended an important indigenous assembly this week in the Brazilian Amazon.
(2023-03-14). The second-largest bank failure in US history reveals double standard. peoplesdispatch.org On March 10, the Silicon Valley Bank collapsed in the second-largest bank failure in US history, topped only by the 2008 recession-era failure of Washington Mutual. SVB, which was founded in 1983 and was the go-to bank for tech startups and other venture capitalists, was the sixteenth-largest US bank according to assets. | The bank failure has sent the US economy reeling, with many working people concerned about the impact this could have on their paychecks, personal savings, and whether or not a 2008-like crisis could be provoked. | US authorities have attempted to employ a crisis control strategy, with US Presi…
(2023-03-14). Video: Snap protest against $368 billion AUKUS nuclear submarine deal. greenleft.org.au A snap protest was held in Sydney on March 14 in response to the official announcement of the $368 billion AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine deal.
(2023-03-14). Beware of the QR Code, Remember Agenda ID2020? globalresearch.ca It's Agenda ID2020 on steroids. It's the worldwide invasion of the QR code — QR coding of everything, all of your most intimate data, health, personal behaviors, habits — track records of where we have been and even where we may be planning to go. Nothing will escape the QR code. Nobody talks about it.
(2023-03-14). Interfering in Elections? Israel Uses High-technology to Influence Results. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). "March for Life" in Sacramento. indybay.org March 6 was the California event for the anti-choice group March for Life, a national anti-abortion organization. Charter buses lined their speaking event, which drew something in the region of 200 people, with 15-20 counter-protesters at any given time. The counter-protesters stayed loud throughout the anti-choice speakers' time, drowning out speeches and annoying the audience.
(2023-03-14). Opposition grows to billions for AUKUS nuclear submarines. greenleft.org.au Reaction against the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal has been swift, with many pointing out that pouring billions of dollars into a new cold war means Australia will not meet the challenge of climate change. Pip Hinman reports.
(2023-03-14). Food Not Bombs announces Meals-at-City-Hall today after top cop bans Lot #10 serving. indybay.org Harsh rainy weather, the City's failure to provide adequate 24-hour Warming Center facility, and the Chief Escalante's recent ban on serving in the protected parking garage #10 have prompted the free survival food service to move to City Hall today and likely during future rainy days until reasonable alternatives are allowed.
(2023-03-14). War, Terrorism and the Global Economic Crisis. Ninety-nine Interrelated Concepts. globalresearch.ca Everything is interrelated: war, terrorism, the police state, the global economy, financial fraud, corrupt governments, poverty and social inequality, media disinformation, war propaganda, WMD, international law,…
(2023-03-14). With AUKUS, Australia Has Wedded Itself to a Risky US Policy on China — And Turned a Deaf Ear to the Region. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2023-03-14). Conspiracy Theories Become Conspiracy Facts. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). On False Hopes and Broken Promises: Behind the Scenes of the UN Statement on Palestine. orinocotribune.com
(2023-03-14). Mass Protests and False Hope: Israel's Supreme Court is no Friend of the Palestinian People. juancole.com 
Dr Ramzy Baroud RamzyBaroud ( Middle East Monitor ) — As hundreds of thousands, throughout Israel, joined anti-government protests, questions began to arise regarding how this movement would affect, or possibly merge, into the wider struggle against the Israeli military occupation and apartheid in Palestine. Pro-Palestine media outlets shared, with obvious excitement, news about …
(2023-03-14). Withdraw From Syria Should Have Been a "Slam Dunk" globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). House Democrats Attack Messengers in 'Politicization of Government' Hearing. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Venezuela: Popular Movements Rally to Demand Justice for Fallen Campesino Leader. venezuelanalysis.com The Attorney General's Office and the National Assembly pledged to investigate the assassination of Carlos Bolívar.
(2023-03-14). 20,000 troops in Arctic, U.S. nuclear bombers: NATO war games from High North to Mediterranean. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOMarch 13, 2023 Major exercises demonstrate NATO Allies readiness Troops from NATO Allies and partners are taking part in a series of long-planned major military exercises stretching from the High North to the Mediterranean to enhance the readiness of NATO forces. In March, 20,000 NATO troops, plus Finland and Sweden, train to defend Norway in …
(2023-03-14). Dutch fifth-generation warplanes lead NATO confrontation with Russian counterparts from Poland. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Allied Air CommandMarch 14, 2023 One team, two tasks — Dutch F-35s support NATO's Deter and Defend mission Since end of January, eight Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35 fighter jets have been deployed to Malbork Air Base in Poland. With their presence, they contribute to NATO's Deter and Defence mission along the eastern flank …
(2023-03-14). EU supports training of Ukrainian troops for German tanks in Spain. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Defense PostMarch 14, 2023 Ukraine Troops Wrap Up Leopard Tank Training in Spain Ukrainian soldiers wrap up this week a four-week training course in Spain on how to operate the Leopard 2 tanks Western allies have agreed to deliver to help Kyiv fight Russian forces, the Spanish ministry said Monday. The 55 Ukrainian trainees arrived …
(2023-03-14). Georgian head of state accuses Zelensky, other Ukrainian leaders of fomenting coup. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The MessengerMarch 14, 2023 Prime Minister Accuses President Zelenskyy and Leaders of Ukraine of 'Direct Intervention' in Georgian Internal Politics Prime Minister Irakli Gharibashvili was asked about Volodymyr Zelenskyy's video addressing people at the March 7-8 protests. In response, Gharibashvili accused the President of Ukraine of being motivated for something to happen in Georgia. "You …
(2023-03-14). Georgian ruling party: government sole bulwark against second war front. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Agenda.geMarch 14, 2023 Ruling party head: Georgian Dream "guarantor" of "avoiding second front" of Ukraine war in Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze, the Chair of the ruling Georgian Dream party, on Tuesday said the Government of the ruling Georgian Dream party was the "guarantor" against the scenario of the "second front" of the war in Ukraine being …
(2023-03-14). Georgian ruling party leader accuses Western-directed forces of waging liberal fascist campaign. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Civil GeorgiaMarch 14, 2023 GD Leader Kobakhidze Accuses Opposition, Former Ombudsman, Critical Media and Youth Groups of "Liberal Fascist Campaign" In a lengthy press conference today on last week's protests in Tbilisi, Georgian Dream leader Irakli Kobakhidze accused the opposition, the former Ombudsman, critical media and youth groups of organizing the 'liberal fascist campaign'. Irakli …
(2023-03-14). U.S. Navy Europe/Africa holds exercise with African, Georgian, NATO partners in Indian Ocean. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th FleetMarch 13, 2023 A Clash of Doctrine: VBSS in the Western Indian Ocean Within the Bandari Maritime Academy of Mombasa, Kenya, participants in exercise Cutlass Express 2023, hailing from Djibouti, Georgia, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, United Kingdom, and the United States, gathered to address a common challenge — Visit, …
(2023-03-14). U.S. nuclear bombers hold multinational NATO drills along Russia's western frontier. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces AfricaMarch 10, 2023 U.S. B-52 Stratofortresses conduct multi-lateral NATO exercise with Allies in Eastern Europe Two U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron integrated with NATO Allies in eastern Europe, Mar. 9, 2023. The bombers, who are forward deployed to Moron Air …
(2023-03-14). Wounded Georgian troops join Colombian, NATO peers in U.S. Marine games. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Georgian Ministry of DefenseMarch 14, 2023 Wounded and injured servicemen of the Defense Forces successfully competed in the "Marine Games" in the USA The team of wounded and injured military personnel returned to Georgia with 22 medals from the "Marine Corps Games" held at the Pendleton Marine Base in California, USA . Deputy Defense Minister …
(2023-03-14). Think grocery prices are high now? Just wait. nationofchange.org We can't afford to let another supermarket giant gobble up an even bigger piece of the American pie.
(2023-03-14). Los entretelones del conflicto de Ucrania. globalizacion.ca Estados Unidos, luego de la disolución de la URSS, desarrolló una estrategia para ser el hegemón del mundo. Para ello, en el Tratado de Maastricht, firmado el 7 de febrero de 1992 y vinculante para toda la UE, hizo que…
(2023-03-14). U.S. weapons make up 40% of world arms trade; Chinese sales decline. peoplesworld.org 
The U.S. share of global arms exports has risen to 40%, according to a report published Monday. The U.S. has long been the world's leading exporter of military equipment, but its share of the deadly trade grew by 14% between 2013—17 and 2018—22, says the report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. The report, …
(2023-03-14). No One Should Face the Death Penalty for Accessing Health Care. aclu.org 
It was one of the first things anti-abortion politicians
(2023-03-14). Justifying a CBDC Transition. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (3/14/23). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2023-03-14). Moveable Multipolarity in Moscow: Ridin' the 'Newcoin' Train. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). US Still Trying to Bury 'Collateral Murder' Video That WikiLeaks Released. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Regulators Greenlit SVB's Risky Investments. levernews.com 
(2023-03-14). EPA Proposes Limiting "Forever Chemicals" in Drinking Water for the First Time. truthout.org The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that officials are proposing putting limits on levels of PFAS chemicals in drinking water for the first time, marking a win for environmental advocates who have long been warning about the detrimental health effects of the "forever chemicals." The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing limits for six of the most toxic PFAS compounds. |
(2023-03-14). Manchin Now Says Bank Deregulation Isn't Great Despite "Yes" Vote on 2018 Repeal. truthout.org Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) suddenly isn't so sure whether it's such a great idea to repeal bank regulations. On Tuesday, Manchin reportedly said that in the wake of the failure of Silicon Valley Bank, he wouldn't vote again on the sweeping bill that got rid of Dodd-Frank regulations implemented after the Great Recession to prevent major bank failures and corruption — marking a reversal… |
(2023-03-14). Warren: Jerome Powell Should Recuse Himself From Bank Probe for Role in Failure. truthout.org Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) is calling for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to recuse himself from his agency's investigation into the Silicon Valley Bank failure because his actions directly contributed to the collapse, she says. The Federal Reserve announced on Monday that it is opening up a review into the "supervision and regulation" of Silicon Valley Bank after the bank failed… |
(2023-03-14). What Kevin Alexander Gray taught me. nationofchange.org The late civil rights activist and author didn't let elected officials off the hook, no matter how liberal. He understood the importance of intersectionality and what it takes to achieve progressive change.
(2023-03-14). Federal judge rules that Alabama laws criminalizing homelessness are unconstitutional. splcenter.org
(2023-03-14). Hoy en la Mesa Redonda, Carlos Marx: Ideas para transformar el mundo. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu Ciento cuarenta años después de su muerte, Carlos Marx sigue siendo una figura clave en los destinos de la humanidad. øPor qué son vigentes sus ideas? øQué nos aporta para entender la complejidad económica y social de los tiempos actuales? Sobre esos y otros temas hablarán este martes en la Mesa Redonda reconocidos filà≤sofos y economistas.
(2023-03-14). A 30 años de la "Tormenta del Siglo": øQué pasó esa noche y cómo la recuerdan algunos de sus protagonistas? cubadebate.cu La noche del viernes 12 de marzo de 1993 muchos cubanos fueron a la cama como cualquier otro día. Algunos, tras haber visto el parte del tiempo, con la llegada al día siguiente de un frente frío, se alegraron de poder disfrutar de temperaturas más bajas y otros quizás lamentaron que la lluvia les pudiera arruinar sus planes de fin de semana.
(2023-03-14). Daicar Saladrigas, una candidata a diputada por Camagàºey y Cuba. cubadebate.cu
(2023-03-14). Patria: La plenitud del periodismo martiano. cubadebate.cu Desde su precoz adolescencia, José Martí evidenció un marcado interés por expresarse mediante la escritura: escribió poemas y se acercó al periodismo, dos formas literarias y de comunicación que solían ser compartidas por muchos intelectuales de la época, y en lo que se destacaron los cubanos, tanto en La Habana como en otras localidades del país.
(2023-03-14). The Last of Us: El viaje de regreso. cubadebate.cu Es cierto que como representante del género del postapocalipsis, "The last of us" aporta poco. Pero debe más bien evaluársele por centrarse en los conflictos internos de sus personajes y además, ser una más que digna adaptación del videojuego que le dio origen.
(2023-03-14). Crisis bancaria estadounidense conmociona los mercados mundiales. cubadebate.cu Aunque el Gobierno de Washington sostiene que no existe ningún riego por la quiebra del Silicon Valley Bank, los mercados de Asia y Europa iniciaron en número rojos ante la incertidumbre generada por la crisis bancaria en Estados Unidos (EE.UU.). Las acciones de la banca mundial se desplomaban este lunes.
(2023-03-14). Las 3 del día: Inicio del Coloquio Internacional Patria y actualización del Clásico Mundial (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Este lunes abordamos en Las 3 del día el inicio del Coloquio Internacional Patria, evento organizado por la Unión de Periodistas de Cuba (UPEC) que se centrará en denunciar los efectos del bloqueo de EE.UU. contra Cuba en el espacio digital. Además, actualizamos sobre el Clásico Mundial de Béisbol y el próximo rival del Team Asere. Póngase los audífonos y acompáñenos en estos minutos de información. Escuche nuestro podcast Las 3 del día.
(2023-03-14). Santa Clara: Incendio forestal provoca afectaciones del servicio eléctrico en varios circuitos. cubadebate.cu Un incendio en áreas boscosas de la Circunvalación y Autopista Nacional, a la salida de la subestación eléctrica Gran Panel de Santa Clara, dejó sin servicio a una línea de 34.5 KV-129 y con afectación para los circuitos 40, 28, 168, 170, 167 y 171; información confirmada por Yadier Ruiz, director del Despacho de Carga en la provincia.
(2023-03-14). V Clásico Mundial: Yariel Rodríguez será el abridor en el choque contra Australia. cubadebate.cu Cuba anunció este lunes que el derecho Yariel Rodríguez será su carta de triunfo en el decisivo duelo contra Australia, correspondiente a los cuartos de final del V Clásico Mundial de Béisbol. A los 26 años, Rodríguez, del club japonés Dragones de Chunichi, vivirá su segunda apertura en el certamen de marras, tras la faena versus Países Bajos.
(2023-03-14). Desechos se acumulan en París por huelga y desatan batalla política. cubadebate.cu La huelga de recolectores de desechos contra la reforma de la jubilación continuó en París, donde se acumula basura desde hace una semana en la mayoría de sus barrios, escenario convertido en batalla política gobierno-oposición. En el centro de los ataques, el oficialismo coloca a la alcaldesa de la capital francesa, la socialista Anne Hidalgo.
(2023-03-14). Felicita Díaz-Canel a Prensa cubana en su día. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, felicitó este 14 de marzo a periodistas y a trabajadores de la prensa en general, quienes conmemoran la fecha que coincide con el aniversario de la fundación del periódico Patria por José Martí. En su cuenta de Twitter el mandatario expresó: "Feliz Día de la Prensa Cubana, la que echa luz sobre la ineficiencia y los frenos al desarrollo, la que reconoce el esfuerzo y los resultados, la que honra a Patria cada día, con la ética y la verdad como principios".
(2023-03-14). Industriales se estrena con diez novatos en su nómina para la 62 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu La nómina de Industriales fue dada a conocer este lunes de cara a la 62 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, que comenzará el venidero 22 de marzo. Entre las principales figuras del elenco aparecen Oscar Valdés, Yasiel Santoya, Roberto Acevedo, Yamil Rivalta, Yosvani Peñalver, Alberto Calderón, Yoassán Guillén, Andy Vargas, Pavel Hernández y Juan Xavier Peñalver.
(2023-03-14). México decide aumentar contratación a médicos cubanos. cubadebate.cu El director del Instituto Mexicano de Seguridad Social y jefe del Plan de Salud IMSS-Bienestar, Zoé Robledo, anunció una ampliación de la contratación de médicos cubanos y una convocatoria a jubilados nacionales. Se concretó un acuerdo para ampliar la cantidad de 610 cubanos destacados en estos momentos en territorio nacional, aunque no dio cifras concretas ni fechas para su llegada, pero consideró importante la ampliación de esos servicios de cubanos.
(2023-03-14). Nuevos Oscar en sala de cine de Cuba. cubadebate.cu El habanero cine Charles Chaplin, en su programa de esta semana, exhibe un ciclo de los filmes más premiados en la reciente edición 95 de los premios Oscar. El sábado 18 la pantalla del Chaplin exhibirá la oscarizada Todo a la vez en todas partes, reina este año de los máximos galardones de la Academia de Artes y Ciencias Cinematográficas, con siete estatuillas.
(2023-03-14). Paliza de EEUU a Canadá en Clásico beisbolero. cubadebate.cu Estados Unidos propinó una sonada paliza a Canadá en el V Clásico Mundial de béisbol, al imponerse 12 carreras por una en siete entradas. El triunfo se labró desde el mismo capítulo inicial, cuando anotaron nueve veces en rally coronado por jonrón de tres carreras de Mike Trout.
(2023-03-14). Punto Deportivo: øCómo llegan los equipos de Cuba y Australia a cuartos de final? (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu øCómo llegan los equipos Cuba y Australia a cuartos de final del Clásico Mundial? øPodrán los discípulos de Armando Johnson llegar a semifinales en Miami? Sobre estas interrogantes estaremos comentando en el Punto Deportivo. Déjenos saber su criterio en los comentarios.
(2023-03-14). Qué trae la prensa cubana, martes 14 de marzo de 2023. cubadebate.cu
(2023-03-14). Tasas vigentes en el mercado cambiario cubano este martes 14 de marzo. cubadebate.cu Con el objetivo de mantener informados a sus lectores, Cubadebate comparte las tasas de cambio para diferentes divisas extranjeras vigentes este martes 14 de marzo en el mercado cambiario del país.
(2023-03-14). Trump: Soy el único candidato que puede evitar una Tercera Guerra Mundial. cubadebate.cu El expresidente estadounidense Donald Trump declaró que solo su reelección como presidente de Estados Unidos en 2024 salvará al país de una Tercera Guerra Mundial. "Me presento ante ustedes como el único candidato que puede prometer: evitaré una Tercera Guerra Mundial. Porque realmente creo que habrá una Tercera Guerra Mundial", dijo el político.
(2023-03-14). UNE informa afectaciones en el servicio durante el horario pico para esta jornada. cubadebate.cu La disponibilidad del SEN a las 07: 00 horas es de 2150 MW y la demanda 2100 MW, con todo el sistema con servicio. Se estima que a partir de las 09: 00 horas con un máximo de 250 MW. Con este pronóstico, se estima para la hora pico una disponibilidad de 2250 MW y una demanda máxima de 2800 MW, para un déficit de 550 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 620 MW en este horario.
(2023-03-14). Autopsy Suggests "Cop City" Protester Sitting Cross-Legged, Hands Up, When Shot 14 Times by Police. democracynow.org 
New details from an independent autopsy of the activist fatally shot by Atlanta police in January concludes their hands were raised up and in front of their body when they were killed. Georgia State Patrol shot Manuel "Tortuguita" Terán during a raid on an encampment of forest protectors who oppose the construction of Atlanta's $90 million police training center dubbed "Cop City." An independent autopsy released Monday also shows 26-year-old Tortuguita was likely seated cross-legged when they were shot 14 times. Tortuguita's family on Friday sued the city of Atlanta after the r…
(2023-03-14). Headlines for March 14, 2023. democracynow.org Biden Breaks Climate Pledge, Approving Massive Oil & Gas Development in Alaska, Death Toll from Cyclone Freddy Tops 100 as U.N. Scientists Finalize Climate Action Plan, Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon Hit Record High for Month of February in 2023, Biden Insists U.S. Banking System Is Safe Following Collapse of SVB and Signature, North Korea Fires Missiles as U.S. Holds New Round of War Games with South Korea, Biden Formally Announces Deal to Sell Nuclear-Powered Subs to Australia, U.S. Once Again Tops List of World's Most Prolific Arms Traders , Biden Extends Relief to Ukrainian Refugees as Venezuela…
(2023-03-14). How Silicon Valley Bank & Signature Bank Lobbied to Weaken Regulations That Could Have Prevented Collapse. democracynow.org 
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank are the largest bank failures since the 2008 financial crisis, which prompted lawmakers to pass legislation to increase regulations on banks and other financial institutions. But during the Trump administration, a number of Democrats joined Republicans in Congress to weaken laws including Dodd-Frank, the landmark regulatory reform passed in the wake of the crisis. Executives from Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank were among those who successfully lobbied to weaken rules that may have prevented their collapse. The fallout from the bank failures now threat…
(2023-03-14). US Southern Command: The Empire on the Charge in Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Jorge Capelán — Mar 9, 2023 | The To…
(2023-03-14). Israeli army kills three near Nablus. electronicintifada.net Teenage boy fatally shot in the chest by soldier of occupation.
(2023-03-14). Sodexo workers authorize strike at nine NYC and NJ locations. therealnews.com 
Five hundred food service workers in the New York Metropolitan area authorized strikes on Thursday, March 9, for livable wages and against subcontracting. The workers, who are represented by New York City's largest food service union, UNITE HERE Local 100, are employed by food service and facilities management behemoth Sodexo in nine cafeterias in New York and New Jersey. | Strike authorizations at each of the Sodexo shops were announced at a rally outside the Bloomberg L.P. headquarters in Manhattan. The contracts of most of the Sodexo employees, who are cashiers, cooks, and other service workers in the swank…
(2023-03-14). China acusa al acuerdo AUKUS de dañar la paz regional. telesurtv.net Tres aliados occidentales (Australia, Estados Unidos y Reino Unido) conformaron hace 18 meses la alianza de seguridad AUKUS, cuyo nombre viene de sus siglas en inglés.
(2023-03-14). Tormenta Freddy deja casi 100 muertos en Mozambique y Malawi. telesurtv.net También, Freddy se convirtió en el ciclón tropical más duradero del mundo, ya que golpeó a Mozambique por segunda vez.
(2023-03-14). Israel libera al preso palestino más longevo en sus cárceles. telesurtv.net Las fuerzas de ocupación israelíes encarcelaron a Al-Shobaki el 14 de marzo de 2006, en una redada en la prisión de Jericó.
(2023-03-14). Gobierno de Colombia anuncia medidas ante paro minero. telesurtv.net El mandatario aseguró que si el Clan del Golfo está detrás del paro, como algunos indicios lo demuestran, este grupo armado al margen de la ley no tiene voluntad de paz.
(2023-03-14). Importancia de la conservación de los ríos para la Tierra. telesurtv.net Alrededor de 2.000 millones de personas en el mundo dependen directamente de los ríos para obtener agua potable.
(2023-03-14). Conoce algunos aportes de Albert Einstein a la ciencia. telesurtv.net A la edad de 26 años, Albert Einstein, publicó su teoría de la relatividad especial, al tiempo que trabajaba en la fábrica de patentes de Berna, Suiza.
(2023-03-14). Puerto Rico propina primer juego perfecto en Clásicos Mundiales. telesurtv.net La sorpresa de la fecha la firmó Gran Bretaña quien derrotó a Colombia con marcador de siete carreras por cinco.
(2023-03-14). Argentina mantiene alerta roja por altas temperaturas en Buenos Aires. telesurtv.net Al menos nueve de las provincias del centro y el este de Argentina registran temperaturas extremas, según advirtió la mencionada entidad.
(2023-03-14). Choque de trenes deja 12 heridos en Rumanía. telesurtv.net La Agencia Rumana de Investigación Ferroviaria expresó que a consecuencia del impacto, tres vagones cargados con autos se descarrilaron.
(2023-03-14). Nube de humo del volcán Cotopaxi alcanza 500 metros en Ecuador. telesurtv.net Según informó el ente, las nubes se trasladaron hacia el este impulsadas por el viento.
(2023-03-14). Cinco libros para recordar a Karl Marx, el padre del marxismo. telesurtv.net El filósofo, sociólogo, historiador, economista y político alemán Karl Marx, falleció el 14 de marzo de 1883 a los 64 años de edad en Londres, Inglaterra.
(2023-03-14). Cuatro aeropuertos alemanes cerrados por paro de personal. telesurtv.net Casi todos los vuelos de los aeropuertos de Berlín y Hamburgo se cancelaron debido a que el personal de seguridad comenzó una huelga por salarios…
(2023-03-14). Crisis bancaria de EE.UU. causa desplome de los mercados mundiales. telesurtv.net SVB Financial Group es un banco clave dentro del sector de las tecnológicas; su abrupta caída es la mayor quiebra bancaria desde la crisis financiera de 2008.
(2023-03-14). Desborde del río Chillón destruye 30 casas en Lima, Perú. telesurtv.net Las autoridades municipales anunciaron que ya iniciaron el proceso de empadronamiento de la población para proceder con su reubicación.
(2023-03-14). Fuerzas rusas avanzan hacia toma de Artiómovsk (Bajmut) en Ucrania. telesurtv.net Las fuerzas rusas se encuentran a poco más de un kilómetro del centro de Artiómovsk (Bajmut), la ciudad del este de Ucrania que las tropas de Moscú intentan tomar desde el verano.
(2023-03-14). Fallecen dos personas arrolladas por una camioneta en Canadá. telesurtv.net Medios locales indicaron que la cifra de fallecidas podría aumentar, debido a que dos de los heridos se encuentran en estado de gravedad.
(2023-03-14). Presidente de Brasil propone programa de producción agrícola indígena. telesurtv.net La Operación Yanomami ha sido uno de los primeros actos del Gobierno de Lula.
(2023-03-14). Quiebra el Signature Bank en EE.UU. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de Estados Unidos cerraron el viernes 10 de marzo el Silicon Valley Bank, aludiendo que así protegerían los depósitos de sus clientes.
(2023-03-14). Presidente de Colombia anuncia proceso de paz con disidencias de las FARC. telesurtv.net El mandatario colombiano indicó que se establecerá una mesa de diálogo entre el Gobierno y el Estado Mayor Central.
(2023-03-14). Irán y Belarús firman hoja de ruta de cooperación integral. telesurtv.net Ambos Jefes de Estado iniciaron también conversaciones en temas como el análisis de cuestiones regionales y mundiales.
(2023-03-14). Anuncian posible participación de Putin en cumbre del G-20. telesurtv.net El portavoz de Rusia asegura que "la economía mundial dista mucho de limitarse a los países del G7".
(2023-03-14). Reportan varios ataques incendiarios en el sur de Chile. telesurtv.net También, fue atacada la Empresa CMPC, donde resultaron destruidos en la comuna de Gobea, al menos cinco equipos forestales…
(2023-03-14). China rechaza ejercicio militar conjunto de EE.UU. y Filipinas. telesurtv.net Los ejercicios, llamados "Salaknib", se celebraran desde el 13 de marzo hasta el 4 de abril.
(2023-03-14). Disminuyen casos de Covid-19 por decima semana en Bolivia. telesurtv.net Según el titular el reporte de la semana epidemiológica 10, se reportaron 681 casos, es decir una disminución del 33 por ciento con respecto a la semana anterior…
(2023-03-14). Costa Rica acumula 206 casos confirmados de mpox. telesurtv.net A inicios del 2023 año la tendencia ha sido a la disminución de casos confirmados, que se ha mantenido con una notificación de uno a dos casos por día.
(2023-03-14). Presidente Maduro recibe credenciales de nuevos embajadores. telesurtv.net El mandatario expresó la disposición de su Gobierno de profundizar las relaciones de respeto y amistad con los países que representan.
(2023-03-14). Convocan marcha sindical contra Gobierno de Guillermo Lasso. telesurtv.net Los obreros y estudiantes se manifestarán en defensa de la seguridad social, del empleo, de la salud y la educación.
(2023-03-14). Congreso peruano retomará debate sobre adelantar elecciones. telesurtv.net El proyecto sugiere que los comicios se celebren en diciembre de 2023 para que el nuevo mandatario peruano asuma en abril de 2024 hasta 2028.
(2023-03-14). Senado chileno votará reducción de jornada laboral. telesurtv.net En junio de 2022 el presidente Gabriel Boric declaró que impulsaría el proyecto de ley para reducir a 40 horas semanales la jornada laboral.
(2023-03-14). Abren juicio oral contra exdirector de Pemex por caso Odebrecht. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía General de México solicitó 46 años de prisión para el exdirectivo de Pemex, Emilio Lozoya.
(2023-03-14). Corea del Norte lanza dos misiles balísticos al mar de Japón. telesurtv.net Esta sería la séptima prueba misilística realizada por Corea del Norte durante el 2023.
(2023-03-14). Perú declara el estado de emergencia por severas lluvias e inundaciones. telesurtv.net El Gobierno peruano indicó que 592 distritos del país se encuentran en riesgo por los aludes, inundaciones que las lluvias pueden ocasionar.
(2023-03-14). Liberan a 130 acusados de los ataques a sedes de poderes en Brasil. telesurtv.net La aprobación emitida por el juez Alexandre de Moraes incluye medidas cautelares para mantener la vigilancia.
(2023-03-14). Más de un centenar de policías asesinados desde 2021 en Haití. telesurtv.net El informe detalló que 31 policías fueron ultimados en 2021, 54 el año pasado y 18 durante el pasado mes de enero.
(2023-03-14). Alrededor de 70 muertos tras reciente ola de violencia en Haití. telesurtv.net El coordinador de la Red Nacional, Pierre Esperánce, denunció la inactividad de la Policía ante los trágicos sucesos.
(2023-03-14). Mexican President Says His Country Safer Than United States. latinorebels.com Mexico's president claimed Monday that his country is safer than the United States, a week after two U.S. citizens were killed and two kidnapped and later rescued in the border city of Matamoros.
(2023-03-14). Video Proves Joe Rogan WAS RIGHT About Bill Gates! dissidentvoice.org Bill Gates is not a medical doctor, not a virologist, not a scientist and not even a college graduate, yet we as a society hang on his every word when it comes to proper response to a viral pandemic. Why? It probably has something to do with the millions of dollars he's "donated" to the …
(2023-03-14). üéß Movies vs. Capitalism: Office Space (w/ Adam McKay). levernews.com
(2023-03-14). FBI Bookstore Spying in Chicago Eyes Abortion Rights, Cop City, Anti-Development Activists. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-03-14). Wednesday 3/22: Self-Managed Abortion On Our Own Terms w/ USOW. indybay.org Virtual event…
(2023-03-14). Belarus in the context of the war in Ukraine. uwidata.com Belarus is probably the country most openly siding with Russia in the war in Ukraine. As such, Belarus is the subject of much debate and assessments. In recent years, Belarus and the President Alexander Lukasenko have gone through the accusations of authoritarianism, protests which the government claimed to be a 'Color Revolution' organized by the …
(2023-03-14). Asia's solution: Iran and Saudi Arabia agree in Beijing. uwidata.com Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed in the Chinese capital Beijing to resume diplomatic relations that were severed seven years ago. Thus, the two major countries of West Asia and North Africa repaired their relations, disrupted in 2016, in Asia. The meetings between Iran and Saudi Arabia, which began on March 6 and were hosted by …
(2023-03-14). Germany: Frankfurt City Council cancels concert by Roger Waters. greenleft.org.au After a highly acclaimed run in North America, Roger Waters will take his "This Is Not a Drill" tour across Europe. The final concert in Gemrany, originally planned to take place in Frankfurt on May 28, has now been cancelled, reports Vijay Prashad and Katie Halper.
(2023-03-14). Truth-telling about Nicaragua's long revolution for liberation and democracy. peoplesworld.org 
Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Ralph Gonsalves, speaking in Nicaragua in 2022, pointed out that the United States "is 350 million people [and is] the strongest military force in the world. Nicaragua is 6.2 million people, a country in Central America seeking to develop itself and its people." And so, "Why in …
(2023-03-14). Sex workers protest for decriminalisation. greenleft.org.au More than 100 people rallied at Hyde Park to demand the nationwide decriminalisation of sex work. Wei Thai-Haynes reports.
(2023-03-14). Evidence presented in 1973 murder of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. wsws.org Neruda's death took place 12 days after Salvador Allende's Popular Unity government was ousted in a bloody US-backed military coup.
(2023-03-14). Caterpillar workers erupt in anger after UAW declares sellout contract ratified: "The whole thing feels like a sham" wsws.org While many workers have responded angrily, both management and the UAW expressed their satisfaction following the announcement of their deal's ratification.
(2023-03-14). The betrayers of Julian Assange. wsws.org This comment is an abridged version of an address by John Pilger in Sydney on 10 March to mark the launch in Australia of Davide Dormino's sculpture of Julian Assange, Chelsea Manning and Edward Snowden, 'Figures of Courage'.
(2023-03-14). Many school buildings in England at risk of collapse. wsws.org The school estate is being run down as part of austerity cuts to pay for the banking collapse in 2008/9, the pandemic bailout, and the defence budget increases for the war in Ukraine—all at the expense of the health and safety of pupils and staff.
(2023-03-14). Sellout being prepared in closed-door talks between Royal Mail and CWU. wsws.org Postal workers challenged the latest update from the CWU on its Facebook and Twitter accounts, explaining that the joint statement on revision activity had produced no let-up in the management offensive and had instead seen the CWU enforce these attacks.
(2023-03-14). Vinyl chloride, dioxin and the poisoning of East Palestine, Ohio. wsws.org The derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, on February 3, 2023 and the controlled release and burn of vinyl chloride on February 6 have contaminated the village and large regions of the area with highly toxic chemicals with the potential for significant impact on the health of the population.
(2023-03-14). The Hamburg massacre: Symptom of a brutalized society. wsws.org The increase in this mass violence cannot simply be explained by individual motives and problems. It has deeper social causes that are systematically ignored by politicians and the media.
(2023-03-14). The bailout of Silicon Valley Bank and the historic crisis of capitalism. wsws.org The commitment by the Biden administration to do "whatever is needed" to protect the money and riches of financial investors, speculators and the wealthy has again laid bare the real nature of capitalist governments as the executive committee for managing the affairs of the ruling monied elites.
(2023-03-14). The "safe," "familiar" and "reassuring" 2023 Academy Awards: tedious, self-involved and distant from the population. wsws.org On the whole, the ceremony Sunday night exuded insularity, self-satisfaction and social indifference. No one said a word about war, the pandemic or the fascist threat.
(2023-03-14). US-South Korea staging largest joint military drills in five years. wsws.org The purpose of the drills is to increase cooperation between the two militaries in preparation for war against China.
(2023-03-14). George Galloway's NO2NATO: War cannot be opposed based on nationalism and an embrace of capitalism's "rising powers" wsws.org To advance a campaign in alliance with the far-right to pressure British and US imperialism to "go gentle into that good night" as a means of opposing war is politically grotesque. It articulates the position of a layer of the petty-bourgeoisie frightened by the threat of war, but hostile to a struggle against that threat by the working class and possessed of a truly boundless belief on the long-term viability of the capitalist system.
(2023-03-14). Eight migrants drowned in capsized boat off the San Diego coast. wsws.org The tragedy off the US-Mexico border comes less than one month since 59 migrants drowned off Italy's Calabrian Coast.
(2023-03-14). Los Angeles education unions prepare minimal strike actions as district pushes forward with austerity contracts. wsws.org Last weekend, the United Teachers of Los Angeles (UTLA) and SEIU Local 99 education unions collectively representing more than 65,000 in the Los Angeles Unified School District, announced plans to launch a 3-day strike within the coming weeks.
(2023-03-14). SEP (Australia) campaigners for NSW election speak to Central Coast workers about cost of living crisis and war. wsws.org "Capitalism is like a jungle. You do what you need to do to survive. If you need to kill someone, or step on the head of your friend, that's capitalism. Socialism is totally different. It's guided by equality and supporting healthcare, education and so on. Socialism is for the working class."—Roberto, a truck driver.
(2023-03-14). After the refugee tragedy off Crotone, Italy: Brussels and Berlin further restrict sea rescues. wsws.org The cruel deaths of the 74 refugees cast a harsh spotlight on the murderous policies of the European Union, which deliberately accepts these victims in order to prevent other refugees from reaching Europe.
(2023-03-14). California ends mask requirement for health care workers in health facilities. wsws.org Leaving mask policy up to individual health care facilities will only increase deaths and debilitation among patients and health care workers in a system that prioritizes profits over lives.
(2023-03-14). 50,000 New Zealand teachers prepare for nationwide strike against pay cuts. wsws.org Teachers must draw lessons from the last nationwide strike in 2019, which was followed by sellout agreements imposed by the unions.
(2023-03-14). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Some 3,000 workers at CN Rail could be in a legal strike position as early as March 21, while Jamaican teachers have launched protests and strikes after delegates rejected the government's pay offer.
(2023-03-14). US-UK-Australian nuclear submarine deal: Preparation for war against China. wsws.org While outlining a vast military build-up over the coming decades, the US and its allies are planning to station huge stockpiles of offensive weaponry in the Indo-Pacific to prepare for a conflict far sooner than that.
(2023-03-14). Vote "No" to Verdi's fraudulent contract agreement for German postal workers! Build the Postal Action Committee! wsws.org "The current offer means severe cuts in our wages and is no different from the offer we previously rejected by an 86 percent majority"—Postal Action Committee…
(2023-03-14). New York City municipal unions impose privatized health care on retirees. wsws.org Last week, an association of New York City unions agreed to provide retired city workers with inadequate privatized health insurance.
(2023-03-14). The transformation of Germany's postal service into a low-wage sector. wsws.org Deutsche Post DHL Group exemplifies an international trend; mercilessly sacrificing workers' living standards and health for profit.
(2023-03-14). Let's Compare China's 'Agents' in Canada to Israel's. globalresearch.ca
(2023-03-14). Texas Lawmakers Propose Drag Ban Modeled After Anti-Abortion "Bounty Hunter" Law. truthout.org Republican lawmakers in Texas have introduced a bill that would allow individuals to sue drag performers and the venues that host them if a child is in attendance at a performance— an enforcement mechanism that LGBTQ and abortion advocates have compared to that of Texas's 2021 abortion ban, which effectively encourages bounty hunting. House Bill 4378 is one of six anti-drag bills introduced by… |
(2023-03-14). Michael Hudson: Why the US bank crisis is not over. geopoliticaleconomy.com Economist Michael Hudson argues banks like Silicon Valley Bank have behaved in a selfish and greedy way, yet get de facto US government bailouts, while regulatory capture and campaign contributions prevent the systemic change needed to stop these crises.
(2023-03-14). The discovery & rediscovery of metabolic rift. mronline.org 
The climate crisis was a major theme as was Brexit, the Labour Party and the fight against racism. School climate strikers, Extinction Rebellion activists and others discussed what kind of action can be taken to stop climate catastrophe. Author Ian Angus described the fight for the planet as "the most important struggle of our time".
(2023-03-14). Gendered Violence as an Inextricable Thread of Capitalism 1. mronline.org 
The gendered forms of violence in capitalist-patriarchal societies are, obviously, related to what is habitually recognized as violence against women.
(2023-03-14). Silicon Valley Bank collapses, the bailout has begun. mronline.org 
Silicon Valley Bank, the 16th largest in the U.S., was shut down on March 10 and put under the control of the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation.
(2023-03-14). Challenging binary gender roles using Nkrumahism-Toureism-Cabralism. mronline.org 
Gender binary—the classification of gender e.g. a "man" or "woman" into two, distinct, and opposite categorie—is a construct of class development and division and is therefore inconsistent with the humanist values of our Nkrumahist/Tureist/Cabralist ideology.
(2023-03-14). 'We're Not Fighting for Space Anymore:' Women in Power in Nicaragua. orinocotribune.com By Becca Renk — Mar 9, 2023 | "Women are not fighting for space anymore," declares Nicaraguan National Assembly Deputy Flor Avellán. "Now we have that space and we are empowered every day." | In recent years, Nicaragua has emerged as the most gender equal country in Latin America, and is currently number seven worldwide, according to the World Economic Forum's 2022 Global Gender Gap
(2023-03-14). Lula Is Meddling in Nicaragua at Biden's Behest. orinocotribune.com
(2023-03-14). Xi Calls for Accelerated Technological and Military Growth in Response to US Threats. orinocotribune.com
(2023-03-14). Colombia Suspends Arrest Warrants for FARC Dissidents. orinocotribune.com This Monday, the Colombian prosecutor's office suspended, at the request of President Gustavo Petro, 19 arrest warrants against dissidents of the defunct FARC guerrilla group. The president announced the start of a "second peace process" with the guerrillas of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) who did not join the peace agreement of 2016. | "I decided to suspend these arrest warrants today," Attorney General Francisco Barbosa said at an event. | The arrest warrants were lifted in order to establish a dialogue between the Colombian government and the FARC dissidents, as part of Petro's total peace…
(2023-03-14). Andrés Arauz: 'Ecuador Has a Government of Narco-Bankers'. orinocotribune.com "This is a government of narco-bankers"—the economist and former candidate for the presidency of Ecuador Andrés Arauz does not mince words when it comes to defining the government of banker Guillermo Lasso, whose administration is experiencing a deep crisis due to allegations of corruption and its resounding defeat in the elections and referendum held on February 5. | Arauz lost in the second round of the 2020 elections to Lasso, who was already facing backlash for his links to tax havens, first publicized by Página 12 in 2015. An economist and an expert in the offshore tax havens that are bleeding Latin Am…
(2023-03-14). US Southern Command: The Empire on the March in Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Jorge Capelán — Mar 9, 2023 | The To…
(2023-03-14). China Says AUKUS Countries are Going Down a 'Dangerous Path'. news.antiwar.com The Chinese Foreign Ministry warned Tuesday that the US, Britain, and Australia are going down a "dangerous path" with the AUKUS military pact after the three nations unveiled their nuclear-powered submarine plans. "The latest joint statement issued by the US, the UK and Australia shows that the three countries, for their own geopolitical interests, have …
(2023-03-14). Two Rockets Fired at US Base in Occupied Syrian Oil Field. news.antiwar.com Two rockets were fired at a US base in an occupied oil field in eastern Syria on Monday, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM). "On March 13, at 8: 23 pm local time in Syria, two rockets landed near Coalition Forces at Mission Support Site Green Village in northeast Syria," CENTCOM said in a press release. …
(2023-03-14). Sweden Says It's More Likely Finland Will Join NATO Before Them. news.antiwar.com Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Tuesday that it's becoming more likely that Finland will be able to join NATO without Sweden as Turkey has more outstanding issues with Stockholm. "We have no confirmation that will be the case, but we think that the overall assessment after many conversations recently is that the likelihood of …
(2023-03-14). Pentagon's Next Budget Puts Focus on Munitions Productions as Ukraine War Depletes Stockpiles. news.antiwar.com The Pentagon's 2024 budget request places focus on munitions production as shipping tens of billions of dollars worth of military equipment to Ukraine has depleted US ammunition stockpiles. According to The Hill, the budget request includes $30.6 billion that would go to arms makers to produce missiles and other types of munitions, representing a 12% …
(2023-03-14). Poland Says It May Send MiG-29 Fighter Jets to Ukraine in 4-6 Weeks. news.antiwar.com On Tuesday, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said Warsaw could give Ukraine Soviet-made MiG-29 fighter jets within four to six weeks, a step that would mark a significant escalation in NATO support for Kyiv. Morawiecki said Poland wanted to transfer the jets as part of a coalition, suggesting it will only happen if other NATO …
(2023-03-14). US Drone Crashes in Black Sea After Encounter With Russian Fighters. news.antiwar.com US European Command said Tuesday that a US Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone collided with a Russian Su-27 fighter jet. The Russian Defense Ministry denied the idea that the aircraft came in contact and said the drone crashed into the water after making a sharp maneuver. European Command said in a press release that two …