(2024-08-11). Towards A Degrowth Border Perspective. popularresistance.org What do we do with our borders? The right-wing shift in the European political climate in recent years has meant a higher degree of securitisation. At the same time, some are calling for border controls to be reduced or even abolished. Perhaps the answer lies in a change of perspective; a new outlook free from the shackles of capitalism and inspired by degrowth. | Recent national and European elections have marked a shift to the right in European politics. While the far-right Rassemblement National (National Rally, RN) failed to win a majority in France's parliamentary election, it will still be the most represen…
(2024-08-11). Paris 2024 | China's Li Qian wins women's 75kg boxing title. ecns.cn Li Qian of China won women's 75kg final of boxing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, Aug. 10, 2024.
(2024-08-10). Paris 2024 | China's Li Qian wins women's 75kg boxing title. ecns.cn Li Qian of China won women's 75kg final of boxing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, Aug. 10, 2024.
(2024-08-11). Real Madrid Welcomes Mbappe as They Aim for Another Trophy-Laden Season. devdiscourse.com Real Madrid has set its sights on another trophy-laden campaign following the arrival of France captain Kylian Mbappe. The LaLiga and Champions League double winners, managed by Carlo Ancelotti, are looking to build on the momentum from last season.
(2024-08-11). Kipchoge "feels the love" as new era beckons. independent.co.ug 
PARIS, FRANCE | Xinhua | Eliud Kipchoge, the marathon legend revered across the globe, walked into the mixed zone wearing only his shorts. The sight of him — stripped of his usual running gear, without shoes, socks, or even a shirt — was as striking as it was symbolic. Less than an hour earlier, he …
(2024-08-10). Perspectives] The loss of abortion rights in the USA: the history and impacts. thelancet.com In March, 2024, France became the first country to enshrine the right to abortion care in its constitution. French officials cited the US Supreme Court's June, 2022 decision in Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health Organization, which eliminated federal protections for abortion care, as a key motivation. In describing the proactive decision to guarantee abortion as a right in France's constitution, Justice Minister Éric Dupond-Moretti said, "It is always too late if we wait until a right is threatened to protect it."
(2024-08-10). US Medalist's Experience of Free Healthcare in Olympic Village Bolsters Case for Medicare for All. scheerpost.com 
By Edward Carver / Common Dreams U.S. Olympic rugby player Ariana Ramsey became a sensation on social media this week after documenting a series of free healthcare visits in the Olympic Village in Paris and becoming an advocate for universal care in her home country. Ramsey's initial TikTok video, published Saturday, went viral in France …
(2024-08-10). Canada's B-Boy Phil Wizard wins first Olympic breaking gold in Paris. aljazeera.com The Canadian beat France's Dany Dann in front of a partisan crowd to take the first-ever men's gold medal in breaking.
(2024-08-10). France — The Satanic Olympics. The Macron Government Belongs to a Diabolical Cult. globalresearch.ca "The opening ceremony of the Olympics felt like the closing ceremony of humanity." —@KimDotcom | Fearless Archbishop Vigano has the following to say to the Olympic Games opening ceremony travesty: | "It is no coincidence that the one sponsoring this revolting …
(2024-08-10). Ukrainian attack on Kursk prompts media calls for US escalation against Russia. wsws.org US and European news outlets have hailed what The Economist dubbed "The second battle of Kursk," referencing the World War II battle in which Soviet forces, then allied with the United States, France, and England, decisively defeated the armies of Nazi Germany.
(2024-08-10). Thierry Henry's Next Move After Olympic Silver. devdiscourse.com Thierry Henry, after leading France to a silver medal in the Olympic men's soccer final, reflected on his immediate future by noting that he planned to dine with his team and their families. This modest response followed an exhilarating final against Spain, which showcased Henry's coaching prowess and elevated his profile for potential high-profile club or international coaching roles. The United States, in need of a new head coach, is one possible destination, with Henry's American ties making him a noteworthy candidate.
(2024-08-10). Militares franceses en Ucrania serán blanco legítimo para tropas rusas. telesurtv.net Canciller Lavrov se reúne con su homólogo congoleño en Oyo, tras comenzar este lunes una gira por África para reforzar los vínculos de Rusia en el continente.
(2024-08-10). Casa Cuba en París 2024 se prestigia con medallistas olímpicos (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 ago (RHC) Los medallistas cubanos en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024 fueron reconocidos este sábado en la clausura de la Casa Cuba en Tremblay-en-France, grupo encabezado por los campeones Mijaín López (lucha greco) y Erislandy àÅlvarez (boxeo).
(2024-08-11). Firefighters battle blaze in central Spain. presstv.ir Firefighters battle a blaze that broke out in central Spain.
(2024-08-10). 'Terrifying': How has the European media reacted to the UK riots? leftfootforward.org The violence that escalating in Britain this week has been extensively reported across Europe. The European media has reacted with shock and condemnation, with news outlets across the continent emphasing the far-right provocation behind the unrest. | In Spain, the term 'Reino Unido' (UK) has been trending online all week. Social media posts about the far-right riots have been widely circulated, accompanied by scathing and embarrassing newspaper headlines. | El Mundo, Spain's second largest printed daily newspaper, featured the headline: "Tension grows in England after the third night of riots promoted by the e…
(2024-08-10). 'Terrifying': How has the European media reacted to the UK riots? leftfootforward.org The violence that escalated in Britain this week was extensively reported across Europe. The European media reacted with shock and condemnation, with news outlets across the continent emphasing the far-right provocation behind the unrest. | In Spain, the term 'Reino Unido' (UK) has been trending online all week. Social media posts about the far-right riots have been widely circulated, accompanied by scathing and embarrassing newspaper headlines. | El Mundo, Spain's second largest printed daily newspaper, featured the headline: "Tension grows in England after the third night of riots promoted by the extreme rig…
(2024-08-10). Firefighters battle blaze in central Spain. presstv.ir Firefighters battle a blaze that broke out in central Spain.
(2024-08-11). Following Pushback to Controversial Ban, Turkey Reinstates Access to Instagram. themedialine.org 
(2024-08-10). Putin's Closest Ally Warns Of World War 3 Amid Fear of Iran's Attack On Israel, Blames West For… hindustantimes.com Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko hints at the start of World War 3. Lukashenko reportedly warned that the U.S. may use the Middle East conflict to start a new World War. His comments come amid a widening rift between Russia and the West over war in Ukraine. Watch this video for all the details.
(2024-08-10). Belarusian defense destroyed targets flying from Ukraine. plenglish.com Since the moment of the shooting down, the defense units have been searching for the destroyed targets. It is suspected that they were attacking drones that violated Belarusian airspace and came from Ukraine, the head of State told BelTA. | Lukashenko said the Belarusian air force and air defense systems had been put on high alert. | The statesman explained, "We suspect it is not the first time that the Ukrainian armed forces break the norms of behavior and violate the airspace of the Republic of Belarus near the Kostiukhovichi district, Mogilev region." | Lukashenko added that the air defense forces were vigila…
(2024-08-10). Opponents of Putin's Ukraine war swapped for FSB assassin. themilitant.com In the largest U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange since the Cold War, 24 prisoners flown in from seven countries were swapped at a Turkish airport Aug. 1. | While Washington and its allies released one of Vladimir Putin KGB-styled regime's most notorious assassins, those released by Moscow included Russians imprisoned for speaking out against Putin's murderous war in Ukraine and a well-known U.S. reporter for the Wall Street Journal. The governments of Germany, Poland, Norway, Slovenia and the U.S. released eight people, including several alleged Russian spies. Moscow and the regime in Belarus released 16. | Three fre…
(2024-08-11). Join us on 4, 5 and 6 October 2024 for our next Autumn Meetings! cadtm.org The Autumn Meetings of CADTM Europe will occur on October 4, 5 and 6 October 2024. As of 2023, the venue will be the Simenon Youth Hostelin Liège, Belgium.
| The 2024 edition will use different formats: debates, workshops, interactive activities, and book presentations. It will focus on several issues: the rise of the Far Right, the debt crisis in the South, China and the BRICS as creditors. It will also consider the ecological debt and food sovereignty.
| Food sovereignty, which is the issue (…) | – |
(2024-08-10). Join us on 4, 5 and 6 October 2024 for our next Autumn Meetings! cadtm.org The Autumn Meetings of CADTM Europe will occur on October 4, 5 and 6 October 2024. As of 2023, the venue will be the Simenon Youth Hostelin Liège, Belgium.
| The 2024 edition will use different formats: debates, workshops, interactive activities, and book presentations. It will focus on several issues: the rise of the Far Right, the debt crisis in the South, China and the BRICS as creditors. It will also consider the ecological debt and food sovereignty.
| Food sovereignty, which is the issue (…) | – |
(2024-08-10). Paris Olympics: Injured Yazdani settles for silver, Zare eyes first Olympic gold. presstv.ir Hassan Yazdani earned a silver medal in the Paris Olympics after losing the final match to his opponent Magomed Ramazanov of Bulgaria 0-1 in the men's freestyle 86kg finals.
(2024-08-11). Israel committing genocide in Gaza using 'US, European weapons': UN. presstv.ir The UN special rapporteur in Palestine says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza using 'US and European weapons.'
(2024-08-11). Version 2.0: Europe is moving to the Right and far Right. cadtm.org
(2024-08-11). China Poised to Become Africa's Largest Trading Partner. fairobserver.com This year, China could pull ahead of the US and become Africa's biggest trading partner, according to David Shinn, a former US ambassador to Ethiopia and Burkina Faso and an expert on Chinese—African relations. Meanwhile, although both Europe and the US have a longer tradition as foreign direct investors in Africa, China is catching up…
(2024-08-11). Russia : Inclusion of indigenous peoples' and national minorities' rights organisations in the list of "extremist organisations" fidh.org
(2024-08-11). Russia: Human rights defender Oleg Orlov released. fidh.org
(2024-08-10). Terror Lovers: Here's How Ukraine is Gaslighting the Global South. orinocotribune.com By Tarik Cyril Amar — Aug 7, 2024 | The government of Mali has officially severed diplomatic ties with Ukraine. Ukraine is a country in eastern Europe; Mali is located in the Sahel region of Africa. Their political and commercial relationships are, to put it mildly, not intense, neither in a positive nor — until now — a negative sense. Kiev does not even maintain an embassy in Bamako, Mali's capital, despite having them in a number of other African states; Mali has no diplomatic mission in Ukraine either. At first sight, it is hard to understand how two countries that have so little to do with ea…
(2024-08-10). Version 2.0: Europe is moving to the Right and far Right. cadtm.org
(2024-08-10). Mediterranean heatwave would not have occurred without human-induced climate change, say climate scientists. leftfootforward.org This summer's heatwave in southern Europe follows 13 consecutive months of extreme global heat, with each month setting a new record for the hottest ever recorded.
(2024-08-10). Ukrainian attack on Kursk prompts media calls for US escalation against Russia. wsws.org US and European news outlets have hailed what The Economist dubbed "The second battle of Kursk," referencing the World War II battle in which Soviet forces, then allied with the United States and Britain, decisively defeated the armies of Nazi Germany.
(2024-08-10). Russia: Human rights defender Oleg Orlov released. fidh.org
(2024-08-10). Russia : Inclusion of indigenous peoples' and national minorities' rights organisations in the list of "extremist organisations" fidh.org
(2024-08-10). EU opposes death sentence for M23 rebel leaders. independent.co.ug 
Rutshuru, DRC | THE INDEPENDENT | The European Union has opposed a death sentence handed to some of the 26 leaders of the M23/Congo River (Fleavu) Alliance rebels, describing it as a contravention of the rule of law. A military court sitting in Gombe-Kinshasa on August 8, handed a death sentence in absentia to the coordinator …
(2024-08-10). Namibian genocide victims' descendants feel betrayed by Germany. newarab.com 
In late June, Namibia announced that starting in 2025, June 28 will be a public holiday to commemorate a 19th century German genocide against the Namibia's Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah meanwhile announced the creation of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) dedicated to the descendants of the Nama and Herero tribes which will oversee the allocation and use of German funds earmarked for reconstruction and reconciliation programs for affected communities, according to…
(2024-08-11). The International Committee of the Red Cross in Greece, 2016-2023: Brief review of activities. icrc.org
(2024-08-10). The International Committee of the Red Cross in Greece, 2016-2023: Brief review of activities. icrc.org
(2024-08-11). Moldova: Rebuilding lives through the cash-for-livelihood programme. icrc.org
(2024-08-10). Moldova: Rebuilding lives through the cash-for-livelihood programme. icrc.org
(2024-08-11). Olympic breakdancer disqualified for 'Free Afghan Women' slogan. newarab.com 
B-girl Talash, 21, unveiled the blue top with the slogan on Friday just before the first duel of the whole competition, against India Sardjoe of the Netherlands. | "Refugee athlete B-girl Talash was dis…
(2024-08-11). Incredible Hassan wins women's marathon gold at Paris Games. independent.co.ug 
PARIS | Xinhua | Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands secured her third Olympic gold medal by winning the women's marathon at the Paris Games on Sunday. Hassan sprinted to the finish line after pulling away from Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa, winning in an Olympic record time of 2 hours, 22 minutes and 55 seconds. Assefa took …
(2024-08-10). Olympic breakdancer disqualified for 'Free Afghan Women' slogan. newarab.com B-girl Talash, 21, unveiled the blue top with the slogan on Friday just before the first duel of the whole competition, against India Sardjoe of the Netherlands. | "Refugee athlete B-girl Talash was dis…
(2024-08-11). Global condemnations pour in over Israel's massacre in Gaza school. presstv.ir Many countries and international organizations condemn the Israeli regime's brutal genocidal airstrikes on a school-turned-shelter for displaced Palestinians in Gaza City.
(2024-08-11). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 898. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 898th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-08-11). Ukraine says thousands of troops on incursion to 'destabilise' Russia. geo.tv 
Members of the female anti-drone mobile air defence unit "Bucha Witches" near the town of Bucha, Kyiv region, Ukraine on August 3, 2024. — ReutersKYIV, UKRAINE: Thousands of Ukrainian troops are taking part in an incursion into the Kursk region in Russia which aims to "stretch" and…
(2024-08-11). America's Most Criminal Act: The Atomic Bombings of Japan. globalresearch.ca On December 7, 1941, Japan carried out a premeditated and ruthless attack on U.S. ships at Pearl Harbor. At the time, America was already in World War II on the side of Britain and Russia. But the unprovoked Japanese attack …
(2024-08-11). It's the End of the World As We Know It. The American-NATO Rush Toward Nuclear War with Russia. Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca
(2024-08-11). Thursday 9/19: San Francisco Board of Supervisors, District 11 candidate forum. indybay.org Italian American Social Club, 25 Russia Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112…
(2024-08-11). Russia stages large-scale navy drills involving most of its fleet. presstv.ir
(2024-08-11). Ukraine War Day #900: NATO Invades Russia. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
Dear Readers: | In its 1,000 year history Russia has been invaded quite a lot of times. For this reason, Russian rulers (at least the wise ones) always placed much emphasis on fortifying and controlling the border areas. For example, Tsar Ivan Grozny, who put together the basic architecture of the centralized Empire, had designated four major border cities: Smolensk, Pskov, Novgorod, and Kazan. The first three were assigned to keep out Poles and Swedes; and the latter, Crimean Tatars. To govern these border towns, the Tsar appointed four Dukes of high-ranking nobility who also served in his privy council. Thes…
(2024-08-11). Ukraine Troops Wiped Out In Raid On Kinburn Spit? Russia's Big Claim Amid Kursk Battle. hindustantimes.com Russia, on August 10, claimed to wipe out a Ukrainian special forces unit in Mykolaiv. Russian Army said Ukrainian forces lost 12 service members and two boats. Moscow claimed Kyiv's unit was decimated in a botched landing operation. Russia also published purported drone footage of aftermath of the incident. Watch for more.
(2024-08-11). USA lets athletes cheat with steroids, as it accuses Russia & China of violating anti-doping rules. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
The World Anti-Doping Agency says the US has for a decade allowed athletes in international competitions, including the Olympics, to cheat by using prohibited drugs, while it hypocritically criticizes Russia and China.
(2024-08-10). Should We Obey Bad Laws? dissidentvoice.org A guest on Judging Freedom, Dr Gilbert Doctorow, took a contrarian stance to Scott Ritter's journalism work on Russia, which seemingly aligns Doctorow's stance with the official government stance. Doctorow accused Ritter (starting about 21: 30) of stomping across redlines that any person familiar with Russia should have been aware of. Doctorow didn't specifically state what …
(2024-08-10). Ukraine braces for reprisals as Russia sending more troops to Kursk. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands evacuate as Russia imposes 'anti-terror' measures in Kursk and nearby regions of Bryansk and Belgorod.
(2024-08-10). Who is Pavel Rubtsov, the journalist released in Russia-West prisoner swap? aljazeera.com Dual Russian-Spanish citizen was greeted by President Putin last week after spending years in a Polish jail.
(2024-08-10). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 897. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 897th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-08-10). Ukraine braces for reprisals as Russia to send more troops to Kursk. aljazeera.com Russia has imposed 'anti-terror' measures in Kursk and the nearby regions of Bryansk and Belgorod.
(2024-08-10). Ukraine's Kursk Offensive Accelerating Ukraine's Collapse. thealtworld.com Update on the conflict in Ukraine for August 11, 2024… | — Ukraine's "offensive" into Kursk, Russia was another example of Kiev's costly public relations campaigns, this time designed to prove Ukraine can "bring the war to Russian soil;" | — In reality, Ukraine expended manpower and equipment it does not have to spare, as well as stretching its already struggling logistical network; | — Additional attempts by Ukraine to appear strong as its strategically collapses include alleged special military operations in Africa aimed at undermining Russian security cooperation in the region; | — Ukrain…
(2024-08-10). Thursday 9/19: San Francisco Board of Supervisors, District 11 candidate forum. indybay.org Italian American Social Club, 25 Russia Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112…
(2024-08-10). The Forever Wars Go Full War of Terror: The Axis of Resistance and Russia Need to Step Up the Game. libya360.wordpress.com Pepe Escobar Both the Axis of Resistance and Christian Orthodox Russia need to step up the game. Radically. Otherwise the intertwined wars of terror may become ominously unmanageable. This is a very simple demonstration. Please allow me to present only two Exhibits, A and B. Exhibit A The stunning confirmation came directly from Russian Deputy FM Ryabkov,…
(2024-08-10). The Forever Wars go full War OF Terror. thealtworld.com Both the Axis of Resistance and Christian Orthodox Russia need to step up the game. Radically. | This is a very simple demonstration. Please allow me to present only two Exhibits, A and B. | Exhibit A | The stunning confirmation came directly from Russian Deputy FM Ryabkov, during a Essentially, Russian intel discovered that Kiev intel was setting up the jo…
(2024-08-10). Russia stages large-scale navy drills involving most of its fleet. presstv.ir
(2024-08-10). Some Things About Immigration… smoothiex12.blogspot.com here are the guys from French volunteer detachment Normandie-Niemen fighting in Kursk region under the command of Russian Army. For these honorable Frenchmen the path to citizenship of Russia should be direct and short. And here is a remarkable article by Natalia Osipova in Ria today: Russia Needs New Migrants.
(2024-08-10). Gas transfer deal Russia-Iran leads to strengthen cooperation in energy security. tvbrics.com 
Iran is expected to import 1.2 billion cubic meters of gas from Russia per day…
(2024-08-10). Casualties in Russian Missile Strike on Ukrainian Town. devdiscourse.com A Russian missile strike on Ukraine's Kramatorsk killed one civilian and injured several others, according to the local governor on Saturday. The attack targeted critical infrastructure in the city, causing significant damage.
(2024-08-10). Trump Reveals Who Brought 'Natural Enemies' Russia & China Together: 'Do The Impossible' | US News. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump accused Democratic leaders of driving China and Russia together, while promising to restore a "great relationship" with Chinese President Xi Jinping if he wins the White House. Trump also claimed that Russia's invasion of Ukraine would never have happened under his presidency.
(2024-08-10). Thousands protest in Serbia's Belgrade against lithium mining project. aljazeera.com Protesters say they fear project by mining giant Rio Tinto would pollute water sources and endanger public health.
(2024-08-11). 'Leve Palestina': The 1970s song that became an antiwar anthem in Sweden. aljazeera.com George Totari's famous song brought Palestinian resistance music to the West. Now it is undergoing a major revival.
(2024-08-10). Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki's husband pens down heartfelt note following her death. geo.tv 
Susan Wojcicki, CEO of YouTube addresses delegates of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. —REUTERSFormer YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki's husband Denis Troper posted a heartfelt note after his wife's death on his Facebook handle on Saturday. "Her impact on…
(2024-08-11). Friday 8/16: San Jose: Peace Vigil – Ceasefire Now! No Weapons for Israel or Ukraine! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2024-08-11). Sixty Seconds Before Midnight and a Looming War. indybay.org As world affairs continue to deteriorate with a looming war in the Middle East between Israel and Iran that will surely draw in the US, the possibility of a nuclear confrontation between both sides and or their allies combined with the war in Ukraine, have aligned to form the greatest existential threat for humankind than ever before.
(2024-08-11). Ukraine: Repairing two dams reduces risk of collapse for communities. icrc.org
(2024-08-10). More on Scott Ritter, Ukraine and Israel and My Conversation with an Iranian Professor. sonar21.com 
I appeared on Randy Credico's NY radio show today, along with Matt Hoh, Ray McGovern and Scott Ritter. Scott gave us the full dump on what happened. I was shocked to learn that the FBI showed up with copies of his emails and text messages. The FBI has been spying on Scott for years. Scott is innocent of the accusation that he is a foreign agent, but truth and facts don't matter to this politicized FBI. | I think Scott made a big mistake talking to the FBI. Scott did so because he knows he has done nothing wrong, but I reminded him of what the FBI did to General Mike Flynn and to Donald Trump. Oh yeah, they…
(2024-08-10). Friday 8/16: San Jose: Peace Vigil – Ceasefire Now! No Weapons for Israel or Ukraine! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2024-08-10). Sixty Seconds Before Midnight and a Looming War. indybay.org As world affairs continue to deteriorate with a looming war in the Middle East between Israel and Iran that will surely draw in the US, the possibility of a nuclear confrontation between both sides and or their allies combined with the war in Ukraine, have aligned to form the greatest existential threat for humankind than ever before.
(2024-08-10). Ukraine: Repairing two dams reduces risk of collapse for communities. icrc.org
(2024-08-11). New initiative unveiled to boost Uganda's clean cooking agenda. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The United Kingdom Government has unveiled a new multi-billion initiative to accelerate Uganda's clean cooking agenda. The initiative valued at 5 million euros (23.7 billion Ugandan Shillings) was launched at the British High Commissioner's Residence in Kampala, on Friday. It focuses on three key components designed to transform cooking practices …