(2020-03-08). 'Open your gates': Erdogan tells Greece how to 'fix' migrant standoff. rt.com 
Greece should follow Turkey's suit and simply "open the gates" for migrants amassed at the Turkish-Greek border, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, insisting that thousands of people would simply go to other EU countries. | Erdogan shared his wisdom on how to free Athens from the refugee "burden" while speaking in Istanbul on Sunday. | Hey Greece! I appeal to you… open the gates as well and be free of this burden. Let them go to other European countries. | Turkey's president also confirmed he will travel to Brussels on Monday to discuss the migrant situation with the head honchos of the EU, expressing hope…
(2020-03-08). 'Everything depends on where you got virus': US & Russian top specialists explain odds of catching Covid-19 & surviving. rt.com 
Some scientists believe coronavirus, which has already killed thousands around the world, could be a pandemic. RT talked to US & Russian medics about the challenges of containing the virus and chances of surviving the disease. | The novel coronavirus which originated in China has long expanded beyond its borders, infecting thousands in South Korea, Iran and Italy. It seems that the sometimes drastic measures taken by the Chinese and other governments to contain the deadly disease were only partly successful. | So, what exactly are we facing? And should we prepare for the worst? | What is the novel coronavi…
(2020-03-08). 2nd regional Italian head contracts coronavirus, all cultural facilities across the country CLOSED. rt.com 
Gripped by the deadly coronavirus, which has infected thousands nationwide — a figure which now includes the head of its Piedmont region — Italy has shut down all of its cultural sites and iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum. | Those hoping to marvel at glorious reminders of the Roman Empire by visiting the Colosseum or walking among the ancient ruins of the Forum in central Rome won't be fulfilling their dreams any time soon. Those seeking to enjoy the masterpieces of the great Renaissance masters in Florence's Uffizi Gallery will have to shelve their plans for the time being, too. | Also on rt…
(2020-03-08). Italy 'QUARANTINES' 16 MILLION people in Lombardy & 14 other provinces in attempt to stop coronavirus outbreak. rt.com 
Italian PM Giuseppe Conte has signed an emergency decree, virtually locking down the Lombardy region and 14 other provinces until April 3, to curb the spread of coronavirus that killed at least 233 across the country so far. | While the central government stopped short of enforcing a mandatory quarantine and introducing a complete travel ban, calling it a "reduced mobility" regime, the
(2020-03-08). Coronavirus death toll in Italy rises to 366 from 233 in one day, most cases in Lombardy. rt.com 
The coronavirus death toll in Italy's region of Lombardy has jumped by over 100 during the past day to 257, according to local officials. Lombardy so far has been hit the worst by the outbreak plaguing Italy's north. | The Lombardy spike has drastically increased the nationwide death toll which jumped to 366. On Saturday, it stood at 233. The all-Italy figures are expected to be released shortly. | The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Italy has also spiked, jumping by over 1,500 to 7,375 affected people on Sunday. | Earlier in the day, Italy's PM Giuseppe Conte effectively put the Lombardy region and 1…
(2020-03-08). Number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany surpasses 900. rt.com 
The number of Covid-19 cases in Germany surged by over 200 on Sunday. According to Robert Koch Institute figures, 902 cases have been registered nationwide, including nearly 400 in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The majority of the state's cases originate from the district of Heinsberg, which appears to be the main German hotspot for the virus. | As the numbers soar, German Health Minister Jens Spahn has called for the countrywide cancellation of any public events with more than 1,000 participants in an attempt to curb the outbreak. A number of major events — including a travel fair in Berlin –…
(2020-03-08). It's 'Final Destination' but in real life: Log trailer dropping cargo filmed from oncoming car (VIDEO). rt.com 
A scene in horror flick 'Final Destination 2', where loose logs drop from a truck and wreak havoc on the road, was recreated in real life in Russia, albeit without a deadly outcome. | The blood-chilling dashcam video published on social media from the Kirov region shows a two-lane road, with a truck loaded with logs coming from the opposite direction. As it makes a turn, the cargo carried by the trailer becomes loose, and dozens of logs spill out right in front of the car, from which the footage was shot. | Thankfully, the timing was not quite as lethally precise as in the bizarre accidents featured in the…
(2020-03-08). 'My Mom is gorgeous!' Russian Olympic champion swimmer shares bikini dance with mother (VIDEO). rt.com 
Russian Olympic synchronized swimming champion Vlada Chigireva shared a video on social media showing her and her mother dancing in bikinis on a sandy beach in Bali, Indonesia. | The mother-daughter duo pulled off a spectacular beach performance to Ibeyi's hit 'River'. | The 25-year-old champion, who possesses 11 world and three European titles, in addition to Olympic gold, p…
(2020-03-08). 'Nothing but sexism' fumes Daily Mail in a report on Russian military pageants… filled with photos of Russian beauties. rt.com 
Few things scream 'double standards' as loudly as the Daily Mail accusing Vladimir Putin of running a sexist military in a story containing eyebrow-raising arguments and surrounded by articles that are hardly politically correct. | The Daily Mail tried its hand at being a champion of female emancipation and gender equality, producing a lengthy Russia-bashing piece. The Ruskies are now bad because they demean their brave female fighters, it seems. Their proof? The beauty pageants held for women in uniforms on the occasion of International Women's Day. | Vladimir Putin's armed forces get slammed for being 'sexis…
(2020-03-08). Huawei teaming up with Russia's largest bank to develop cloud services for businesses. rt.com 
Chinese technology giant Huawei announced this week a strategic partnership with Russia's Sberbank to provide cloud services for Russian businesses. | The clients of SberCloud.Advanced are projected to range from large businesses to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups. They will have access to 37 new cloud services, which will be fully integrated into one system. | Also on rt.com | | According to Huawei's Director General in Russia, Wang Wei, the deal with…
(2020-03-08). Erdogan Urges Greece to Take in Migrants at the Turkish Border. telesurenglish.net Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called on the Greek authorities Sunday to open its border gate for the passage of illegal immigrants, who have been waiting in Turkey's northwestern border for the last 10 days to enter Europe. | RELATED: | "These people will not stay in Greece. They will transit to another European country from there," Erdogan said at a meeting in Istanbul, marking International Women's Day. | H…
(2020-03-08). Protests and Celebrations Mark Women's Day, Despite Threats. truthdig.com NEW YORK — From the streets of Manila to the plazas of Santiago, Chile, people around the world marked International Women's Day on Sunday with calls to end exploitation and increase equality. | But tensions marred some celebrations, with police reportedly using tear gas to break up a demonstration by thousands of women in Turkey and security forces arresting demonstrators at a rally in Kyrgyzstan. | "In many different ways or forms, women are being exploited and taken advantage of," Arlene Brosas, the representative of a Filipino advocacy group said during a rally that drew hundreds to the area near the pr…
(2020-03-08). Sell off. The Price of Privatization in France. indybay.org Liberalization and privatization have ultimately only confused consumers, but have whetted the appetite of the industry bosses and their puppets even more. The takeover of the state by the private sector is no longer about the realization of an ideological project.
(2020-03-08). Putin Saves Erdogan from Himself. globalresearch.ca At the start of their discussion marathon in Moscow on Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan with arguably the most extraordinary diplomatic gambit of the young 21st century. | Putin said: | "At the beginning of …
(2020-03-08). Turkey rescues 60 migrants from boats off Aegean coast. yenisafak.com A total of 60 asylum seekers — over half of them children — were rescued off Turkey's Aegean coast, security sources said on Sunday.Turkish Coast Guard teams said in a statement that a group of Afghans in a rubber boat, including 33 children, were rescued while attempting to cross to Greek islands.Turkey has been a key transit point for hundreds of thousands of irregular migrants aiming to cross into Europe to start new lives, especially those fleeing war and persecution.Last week, Turkish officials announced that they would no longer try to stop asylum seekers from reaching Europe, but added that boa…
(2020-03-08). Bulgaria confirms first 4 coronavirus cases. yenisafak.com A 27-year-old who was treated at the Lung Diseases Hospital in the central Gabrovo province and 61-year-old who had contact with the patient both tested positive for the virus, officially known as COVID-19, according to Bulgarian health officials.In addition, a 75-year-old woman who was treated for respiratory diseases and a female medical staffer at in the city hospital in the northern Pleven province were also diagnosed.First detected in Wuhan, China, in December, COVID-19 has spread to more than 80 countries.The global death toll is around 3,500, with more than 100,000 confirmed cases, according to the World H…
(2020-03-08). Saudi Arabia, Gulf neighbours report more cases of coronavirus. yenisafak.com Saudi Arabia's authorities have recorded four news cases of the coronavirus, taking the total of infections to 11, the kingdom's health ministry said on Twitter on Sunday.The new four individuals, which include three women, have interacted with another case reported previously who had been in Iran but did not disclose his travel details to the authorities.The individual traveled from Iran via the United Arab Emirates, the ministry said.Iran has emerged as an epicentre for the disease in the Middle East. The Islamic republic has reported 145 deaths from the virus on March 7, putting it on a par with Italy as the c…
(2020-03-08). Women contribute to Turkey's foreign trade. yenisafak.com Nineteen women, working under the umbrella of Turkey's Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEIK), manages Turkey's foreign trade relations with several countries, the group said Saturday.DEIK's 19 country-based business councils include Canada, Italy, Brazil, and Mozambique."DEIK supports the rise of women in all areas of the business world," the group said.Chairwomen represent the commercial diplomacy mission of DEIK and the power of Turkish businesswomen in the world, it added.Nail Olpak, the head of DEIK, said the board is more powerful with chairwomen.The number of chairwomen rose to 19 from 14 in the last gene…
(2020-03-08). Moldova reports first coronavirus case. yenisafak.com Moldova has reported its first confirmed coronavirus case, the Moldovan health ministry said late on Saturday.The 48-year-old woman was hospitalised on Saturday after she arrived from Italy, the ministry said in a statement."The person was taken from the airport … with bilateral pneumonia, acute respiratory failure, fever, cough, general weakness," it said.
(2020-03-08). Saudi Arabia to hike oil output above 10 mln bpd in April after OPEC+ deal collapse. yenisafak.com Saudi Arabia, the world's top oil exporter, plans to raise its crude oil production significantly above 10 million barrels per day (bpd) in April, after the collapse of the OPEC supply cut agreement with Russia, two sources told Reuters on Sunday.State oil giant Aramco will boost its crude output after the current OPEC+ cut deal expires at the end of March, the sources said.
(2020-03-08). Turkish president, first lady mark Women's Day. yenisafak.com Turkey's president and his wife on Sunday marked the occasion of March 8, International Women's Day."I congratulate our women, who play a vital role in shaping our future with their sacrifices, efforts, love, and struggle, and are the first teachers of humanity, on March 8, International Women's Day," President Recep Tayyip Erdogan wrote on Twitter.First lady Emine Erdogan also posted a message on Twitter congratulating all women on March 8, International Women's Day, and voicing hope that they all reach their full rights."All our shelters are women, such as motherland, mother tongue, 'mother home,' and Anatolia,…
(2020-03-08). Death toll in Iran from coronavirus reaches 194. yenisafak.com The death toll from the coronavirus outbreak in Iran rose to 194 on Sunday, the country's Health Ministry has announced.Authorities said 49 people died in the last 24 hours, while 743 new cases were found, pushing up the total number of confirmed cases to 6,566, spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour told a news conference in the capital Tehran.At least 22,177 people are currently under medical care, while the number of discharged patients stands at 55,404, he said.Turkey — where there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus — last month closed its land borders and suspended air travel to Iran.Besides China, Ital…
(2020-03-08). Two YPG/PKK terrorists surrender to Turkish forces. yenisafak.com Two YPG/PKK terrorists surrendered to security forces in southeastern Turkey, the National Defense Ministry said on Sunday. Terrorists deserting the terror group in northern Syria turned themselves in at border posts in Suruc of the Sanliurfa province, the ministry said on Twitter.As of Feb. 27, a total of 48 terrorists have surrendered this year after being persuaded by Turkish security forces, according to Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu.Turkish officials have cited rising numbers of desertions and dwindling recruitment as signs of the terrorist group's disintegration.In its more than 30-year terror campaign a…
(2020-03-08). Turkey: Conservation, not excavation, focus in Gà∂beklitepe. yenisafak.com Efforts at the ancient site of Gobeklitepe, known as the world's oldest temple, now must focus on conservation rather expanding excavation, said Turkish and German archeologists working at the 12,000-year-old dig site in southeastern Turkey."We believe it is more beneficial to excavate areas determined to be problematic rather than digging the whole site," Celal Uludag, head of the excavation team at Gobeklitepe, told Anadolu Agency ahead of the anniversary of the ancient site's official public opening last March 8.Necmi Karul, an archeologist at Istanbul University, agreed with Uludag, saying that since the cons…
(2020-03-08). IranAir stops all flights to Europe. yenisafak.com IranAir has stopped all flights to European destinations, the official IRNA news agency reported on Sunday, citing a statement from the Civil Aviation Organization."With attention to the restrictions that have been placed on (IranAir) flights by Europe for unclear reasons all IranAir flights to European destinations have been suspended until further notice," IRNA reported, citing the statement.Iran is in the midst of a coronavirus outbreak, with 5,823 infections and 145 deaths, one of the highest rates of fatality from the illness outside of China, where the virus originated.
(2020-03-08). Nazi Photo Album Made From Human Body Parts Found at 'Polish Antiques Market'. sputniknews.com The artifact, which provides yet another proof of Nazi crimes during World War II, was presumably created in Buchenwald, one of the Third Reich's largest death camps.
(2020-03-08). Topless Femen Activists Protest 'Patriarchvirus' in Paris on International Women's Day – Video. sputniknews.com Femen, a Paris-based feminist group which was founded in Ukraine in 2008, has become famous for its activists protesting topless against a wide range of issues, including gender, religion, homophobia and sexism.
(2020-03-08). Refugees Gather Near Turkey-Greece Border — Video. sputniknews.com Earlier, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ordered the Turkish coast guard to bar refugees from crossing the sea border with Greece, which claimed its national security was threatened.
(2020-03-08). How Cities Deserted Amid Coronavirus Spread Look From Space. sputniknews.com How the impact of coronavirus appears from outer space in the cities of China, Japan, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Iran – in a series of satellite images.
(2020-03-08). Head of Italy's Piedmont Becomes Second Governor to Contract Coronavirus in 24 Hours – Reports. sputniknews.com Italy remains the most heavily-hit country in the European Union. It has registered at least 5,883 cases of the virus, of which 233 have proved fatal.
(2020-03-08). Coronavirus Cases Climb by Dozens in Germany, Austria. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – The number of infected with the new coronavirus in Germany and Austria is rising steadily, with dozens of new cases reported on Sunday.
(2020-03-08). Germany Expects Constructive Participation in MH17 Probe From All Countries Ahead of Trial. sputniknews.com BERLIN (Sputnik) – The Malaysian plane was shot down at the height of a conflict between Ukrainian government troops and a pro-independence militia in 2014. All 298 aboard the plane died.
(2020-03-08). President Vladimir Putin Wishes Ladies a Happy International Women's Day – Video. sputniknews.com The eighth of March is an important, official national holiday in Russia and elsewhere celebrating womanhood. It is often regarded as a day dedicated to spring, female beauty, tenderness and wisdom.
(2020-03-08). Syrians Pelt Stones at US Convoy to Stop It From Entering Village in Country's Northeast – Report. sputniknews.com Earlier this week, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin reached an agreement that envisages a ceasefire in Syria's Idlib province starting 6 March.
(2020-03-08). Avalanche Kills Five People in Austria – Police. sputniknews.com Five people died in an avalanche in Dachstein, Austria on Sunday morning. According to the police in northern Austria, the avalanche took place at around 9.30 a.m. local time.
(2020-03-08). Iran Air Suspends All Flights to Europe – Report. sputniknews.com This comes amid an increase in confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Iran, with more than 5,800 people infected and 145 deaths.
(2020-03-08). Lombardy, 14 Additional Italian Provinces on Lockdown Amid Coronavirus Outbreak — Video. sputniknews.com Earlier, Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte on Sunday signed a decree on the restriction of movement in the Lombardy region and 14 provinces in other regions of the country amid the coronavirus outbreak.
(2020-03-08). Iran Air Stops All Flights to Europe — Report. iranian.com Iran Air has stopped all flights to Europe, Reuters said, quoting the country's state-run IRNA news agency. "With attention to the restrictions that have been placed on (IranAir) flights by Europe for unclear reasons all IranAir flights to European destinations have been suspended until further notice," IRNA reported, citing the statement from the Civil Aviation …
(2020-03-08). This greeting card is ALIVE! Russian soldiers find fancy way to wish female colleagues a happy Women's Day (VIDEO). rt.com 
Soldiers and officers from Russia's Kantemirovskaya Tank Division came up with a novel way of marking International Women's Day, using their marching skills to create a living 'post-card' for their female colleagues. | March 8 is celebrated in many countries across the world, usually by giving little gifts to women. However, the personnel of the renowned armored division stationed in the Moscow Region decided to take a slightly different path this year. | Instead of conducting a regular marching exercise, the soldiers and officers formed a figure of eight pattern on a parade ground at the division's base. Movi…
(2020-03-08). One tweet shows exactly why Dominic Raab shouldn't be foreign secretary. thecanary.co 
One country is showing its intent to create chaos in the Middle East. From sparking conflict in the one area in Syria where there was previously peace, to creating a humanitarian crisis in an attempt to bribe Europe to support its war in the region, Turkey is engaged in a dangerous power game that is killing people and putting lives at risk. | But Turkey is a NATO ally. And the UK is desperate for post-Brexit trade partners. So it's perhaps no surprise that foreign secretary Dominic Raab is sucking up to Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan. And in one tweet, Raab showed dangerous contempt for the thousands of…
(2020-03-07). Tear gas fired from both sides as refugee crisis continues on Turkey-Greece border. thecanary.co 
More violence has erupted at Turkey's land border with Greece after Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's government said it will no longer prevent refugees from crossing over to EU territory. Thousands of people remain stranded between the two countries.Greece has deployed riot police and border guards to repel people trying to enter the country from the sea or by land.A statement from Erdoğan's office said he would travel to Brussels on 9 March, though the nature of his visit was not specified.That announcement came hours after European Union foreign ministers meeting in Croatia on 6 March criticised Turkey, saying…
(2020-03-07). Refugee women face horrifying conditions as aid workers flee Lesbos. thecanary.co 
Aid workers in Lesbos have warned that refugee women are facing even harsher conditions this International Women's Day. An escalation in violence has forced many humanitarian workers to withdraw.Evacuations from Lesbos have drastically reduced access to food, sanitary products and medical help for desperate refugee women, aid workers told the PA news agency.Clashes erupted between refugees and Greek authorities earlier this week, after Turkey opened its borders for people trying to cross into Europe.: Confrontation between a refugee and a Greek policeman during clashes at the port of Mytilene (Panagiot…
(2020-03-07). 'Just in time for St. Patrick's Day!' Trump appoints Mark Meadows as new chief of staff, 'banishes' Mulvaney to Northern Ireland. rt.com 
President Trump has selected North Carolina Rep. Mark Meadows to be the new White House chief of staff, making the former acting chief, Mick Mulvaney, the special envoy to Northern Ireland. | "I am pleased to announce that Congressman Mark Meadows will become White House Chief of Staff. I have long known and worked with Mark, and the relationship is a very good one," Trump said in a tweet on Friday night announcing the move. ….I want to thank Acting Chief Mick Mulvaney for having served the Administration so well. He will become the United States Special Envoy for Northern Ireland. Thank you!— Donald…
(2020-03-07). Tear Gas Sprayed Across Migrants at Turkey-Greece Border. truthdig.com EDIRNE, Turkey — A group of migrants on Saturday tried to bring down a fence in a desperate attempt to bust through the border into Greece while others hurled rocks at Greek police. Greek authorities responded, firing volleys of tear gas at the youths. | At least two migrants were injured in the latest clash between Greek police and migrants gathered on the Turkish side of a border crossing near the Greek village of Kastanies. As in previous confrontations this week. officers in Greece fired tear gas to impede the crowd and Turkish police fired tear gas back at their Greek counterparts. | Groups of mostly y…
(2020-03-07). Coronavirus spreads to Poland, threatening to upend presidential elections. wsws.org The conservative Rzeczpospolita has warned that "chaos in the health care system could upend Polish politics and impact the outcome of the presidential elections in May."
(2020-03-07). 75 Years Ago: Nazi Germany's Launch Final Major Attacks of the Second World War. globalresearch.ca Seventy-five years ago, on 6 March 1945, the Third Reich launched what was to be its final great offensive of World War II, called Operation Spring Awakening (Unternehmen Fràºhlingserwachen). This attack, not well known today, was directed eastwards through the …
(2020-03-07). Ukraine government reshuffle brings in officials tied to US and ruling oligarchy. wsws.org With the firing of the cabinet, President Zelensky is preparing a massive assault on the living standards of the Ukrainian working class.
(2020-03-07). Screening of Palestinian film Naila and the Uprising as part of International Women's Day celebrations in Derry, Ireland. imemc.org Friday, 6 March, 2020, Museum of Free Derry, Derry, Ireland — for IMEMC News, Niall àì Brolcháin A free screening of the highly acclaimed Palestinian documentary film Naila and the Uprising took place at the Museum of Free Derry in the Bogside, Derry, Ireland in advance of International Women's Day. …
(2020-03-07). China's Offers Experience in Europe's Fight Against COVID-19. telesurenglish.net At an extraordinary council on the COVID-19 epidemic held in Brussels on Friday, the European Union (EU) health ministers agreed to develop a coordinated approach to prevention and protection of people at risk, and establish coherent containment measures, including evidence-based advice concerning travel to and from risk areas. | RELATED: | Prior to this meeting, epidemiologist Bruce Aylward presented the results of a…
(2020-03-07). European states dither on emergency response as coronavirus spreads globally. wsws.org If illness totals in European countries continue to grow exponentially at current rates of 30 percent or more daily, it would take around one month for the disease totals in each of the larger European countries to reach into the millions.