(2023-07-08). Sending cluster bombs to Ukraine, Washington makes clear it will stop at nothing. wsws.org The aim of the decision to use cluster bombs—regardless of its long-term impact on civilians—is to kill as many Russian soldiers as possible. The reasoning that led in the past to the use of Agent Orange and Napalm—and which will be used to sanction the use of tactical nuclear weapons—is presently at work.
(2023-07-08). S. Korean activists question IAEA report on Fukushima nuke wastewater discharge plan. ecns.cn South Korean civic activists on Wednesday raised questions over the credibility of a final report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Japan's planned discharge of nuclear wastewater from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-08). New Frontline Footage Shows More Ukrainian Losses. southfront.org 
File image. | Kiev forces continue to sustain human and material losses while attempting to advance as a part of their ongoing counteroffensive. | Several videos that surfaced online on July 7 and 8 showed some of the losses the Russian military inflicted on Kiev forces in different directions. | Two of the videos show recent strikes with FPV suicide drones against a group of Ukrainian troops as well as a T-72 main battel tank in an unspecified direction. A third video shows a strike with a Lance…
(2023-07-08). The Failed Coup in Russia Through American Looking Glass. orinocotribune.com By M. K. Bhadrakumar — Jul 3, 2023 | The former US president Donald Trump's remarks regarding the failed coup attempt in Russia by Yevgeniy Prigozhin stood out for their sheer subtlety amidst the crass new western narrative that the dramatic events on June 23-24 highlighted "cracks" within the Russian system. | No one cares to explain what these "cracks" are but the coinage conveys that Russia is heading for implosion.
(2023-07-08). The Indian Child Welfare Act upheld! workers.org 
On June 15, the Supreme Court of the United States voted to uphold the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in Brackeen v. Haaland, a Supreme Court case that sought to declare ICWA unconstitutional. Had SCOTUS failed to uphold ICWA, the results would have been disastrous for Native nations and communities. . . . |
(2023-07-08). Insights | Pakistani scholar: China creates knowledge and wisdom in its modernization. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) has actually delivered to the expectation of all the people living in China and beyond in the past 100 years and more, said a Pakistani scholar in an online interview with China News Network.
(2023-07-08). LandSpace to launch methane-propelled rocket. ecns.cn LandSpace, a leading private rocket maker in China, will soon carry out the second launch of its ZQ 2, the world's first methane-propelled carrier rocket, at a launch facility in the Gobi Desert.
(2023-07-08). China mulls new rules to address cyber violence, bullying. ecns.cn China is mulling a new regulation to address cyber violence and bullying content, which requires online service providers to monitor relevant content and take timely steps to deal with it.
(2023-07-08). People commemorate July 7 Incident across China. ecns.cn People across China commemorated the 86th anniversary of the July 7 Incident on Friday. The July 7 Incident in 1937 was the beginning of China's nationwide full-scale war against the Japanese invasion. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-08). China retaliates against US with export restrictions on strategic metals. wsws.org China's export restrictions on germanium and gallium were announced just prior to the visit of US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen that will bring with it new US demands and threats.
(2023-07-08). Janet Yellen, playing the "good cop" routine in China? indybay.org Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is in Beijing this week meeting with Chinese officials. But Western corporate media is trying to spin her role as a "good cop" for the NeoLiberal policy of coercing China to follow the USA-made "rules-based" international order.
(2023-07-08). China's further development has priority. indybay.org The focus of Chinese policy remains the economic and social development of the country… Despite the enormous successes in economic and social development, there is still a long way to go before China catches up and can also keep up with the rich industrialized countries in terms of per capita economic output.
(2023-07-08). The Heat: Yellen visits China. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits Beijing.
(2023-07-08). Contracted area of the 6th CIIE exceeds 330,000 sqm to date. ecns.cn The sixth China International Import Expo, or the CIIE, scheduled to be held in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10 this year, has a total of 330,000 square meters of contracted area to date.
(2023-07-08). China launches real-time customs tax deduction via digital RMB. ecns.cn A company from Guangdong Province successfully used digital RMB to pay import tariff of 8880.76 yuan (about $1225.98) and import value-added tax of 24244.48 yuan on Friday for the first time relying on the real-time customs tax deduction function of China's Treasury Information Process System (TIPS).
(2023-07-08). China-made large models and generative AI dazzle WAIC 2023. ecns.cn The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2023 is underway in Shanghai from July 7 to 9, focusing on large models and generative artificial intelligence (AI) under the theme "Intelligent Connectivity Generating Future."
(2023-07-08). Internet regulator seeks public opinion on fighting cyberbullying. ecns.cn A draft regulation on combating cyberbullying began soliciting public opinion from Friday, as part of China's new plan to purify online environment and protect people's legitimate rights.
(2023-07-08). Digital economy becomes major GDP driver. ecns.cn China's digital economy reached 50.2 trillion yuan ($6.9 trillion) in 2022, accounting for 41.5 percent of the country's GDP, an official from the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday in Dalian, Liaoning province.
(2023-07-08). New Zealand welcomes China's application to join CPTPP: joint statement. ecns.cn New Zealand welcomes China's application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), said the Ministry of Commerce on Thursday.
(2023-07-08). Insights | Scholar: U.S., China should work together for a better future under the new normal. ecns.cn In an exclusive interview with China News Network, Sourabh Gupta, a senior research fellow at ICAS, pointed out that the U.S.-China relationship needs a "new normal" that features a stable, constructive and clear-eyed relationship, in which bilateral trade and investment ties can act as an important stabilizer.
(2023-07-08). China prohibits food imports from 10 Japanese prefectures over Fukushima wastewater. ecns.cn China has prohibited the import of food from ten prefectures, including Fukushima, in Japan, according to the general administration of customs on Friday.
(2023-07-08). Lancang-Mekong-Sichuan Express departs Chengdu for Europe. ecns.cn A Lancang-Mekong-Sichuan Express train carrying automotive spare parts departed from Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province on Friday morning.
(2023-07-08). Rare Milu deer spotted in Tianjin. ecns.cn The white-colored Milu deer, a rare species native to China, has recently been spotted in the Qilihai wetland area of North China's Tianjin municipality.
(2023-07-08). In Numbers: China has nearly 520,000 schools in 2022. ecns.cn China had 518,500 schools of all levels and sorts by 2022, with the total number of students reaching 293 million, the Ministry of Education said Wednesday.
(2023-07-08). 86th anniversary of China's resistance war against Japanese aggression commemorated in Nanjing. ecns.cn The Lugou Bridge Incident on July 7, 1937, is recognized as the start of Japan's full-scale invasion of China, and China's whole-of-nation resistance against it.
(2023-07-08). Insights | BRI allows world to share fruits of Chinese modernization. ecns.cn Hassan Daud Butt, former director CPEC project and director of BRI %26amp; Regional Studies Global Governance Institute and SDPI, noted that the Belt and Road Initiative is one of the greatest initiatives given by China. The concept of modernization is also a concept of "responsible growth". When China develops and becomes modernized, other countries also benefit, especially its neighboring countries like Pakistan. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-08). Rural basketball game held under fireworks show in C China's Hunan. ecns.cn A rural basketball game was held in Liuyang City, central China's Hunan Province on Thursday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-08). Devastating COVID-19 surge in Okinawa exposes lies that the pandemic is over. wsws.org This alarming development, which raises the possibility that a new and more dangerous variant could be spreading in Okinawa, has gone entirely unreported by all media outlets outside of Japan.
(2023-07-08). Something's Gotta Give: Imran Khan versus the Pakistan Military. dissidentvoice.org The internet was flooded with alarming images, showcasing an unprecedented backlash against the military establishment. Supporters of Imran from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, known as PTI supporters, engaged in destructive activities such as storming the General Headquarters and causing havoc at the Lahore Corps Commander's residence. They also defaced military monuments and properties across …
(2023-07-08). Thailand to hold joint parliamentary session to install next government. wsws.org Despite the Move Forward Party-led coalition winning a majority in the parliamentary lower house, it can still be prevented from forming government by the military-appointed upper house.
(2023-07-08). World Report] Ethnic conflict hampering health services in Manipur, India. thelancet.com Violence has seen 50‚Äà000 people displaced and more than 100 killed, impeding delivery of health services and leading to staff shortages. Dinesh C Sharma reports from New Delhi.
(2023-07-08). Editorial] Loneliness as a health issue. thelancet.com Loneliness is not new, but it does seem to be gaining attention as a social and health concern. The UK and Japan appointed ministers of loneliness in 2018 and 2021, respectively. The US Surgeon General recently called loneliness a public health problem on the scale of smoking: as damaging to physical health as 15 cigarettes per day. The COVID-19 pandemic—necessitating periods of physical distancing and changing the way many structure their working lives—has brought the issue of loneliness to the forefront.
(2023-07-08). Clinical Picture] Non-immune hydrops fetalis caused by Diamond-Blackfan anaemia and a mutation of the RPL15 gene. thelancet.com A 36-year-old woman, who was 27 weeks pregnant, attended our hospital reporting decreased fetal movements for 2 days. On examination, she appeared well; a fetal heart rate tracing showed reduced variability, and on fetal ultrasound, we detected pleural effusion, ascites, and subcutaneous oedema. The middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity (MCA-PSV) indicated possible fetal anaemia (figure). A Kleihauer-Betke test showed no fetal-maternal haemorrhage. The patient's blood type was O RhD-positive, and investigations found no red cell alloantibodies, thalassaemia, or maternal infections—parvovirus B19-spe…
(2023-07-08). Perspectives] Hani Kim: The RIGHT way to fund global public health research. thelancet.com South Korea is the first member of the OECD's Development Assistance Committee to have moved from aid recipient to aid donor. The RIGHT Foundation (RIGHT is an acronym of research investment for global health technology) based in Seoul is contributing to South Korea's involvement in global health. Hani Kim, Executive Director of the RIGHT Foundation since 2018, is committed to raising its profile globally and shaping its future development, especially its goal of greater health equity. Peter Hotez, Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, USA, and a member of…
(2023-07-08). Rusia y China rechazan despliegue de fuerza extranjera en Haití. telesurtv.net Se cumplen dos años del asesinato del expresidente Jovenel Moïse. Embajador adjunto ruso ante ONU advierte que ntervenciones extranjeras han hecho más mal que bien en Haití.
(2023-07-08). Irán llama a Naciones Unidas a tomar medidas sobre quema del Corán. telesurtv.net El secretario general de la Oficina de DD.HH. del Poder Judicial iraní pidió medidas urgentes al CDHNU tras el agravio al libro sagrado de los musulmanes.
(2023-07-08). Fuerzas de Israel atacan a manifestantes palestinos en Kufur Qaddoum. telesurtv.net Resultaron heridas al menos cinco personas con balas de acero recubiertas de goma.
(2023-07-08). Lluvias monzónicas dejan al menos 50 fallecidos en Pakistán. telesurtv.net En la provincia Jaiber Pastunjuá se encontraron los cuerpos de ocho niños sepultados por un corrimiento de tierras.
(2023-07-07). 8 July, Seattle: Banner Drop and Rally — Emergency Action for the Fury of Jenin. samidoun.net 
Bring your fury and join us for an emergency rally and banner drop to amplify the resistance happening in Jenin and channel our fury into action. We will uplift Jenin as a continued site of resistance and condemn the ways Seattle directly contributes to the Zionist occupation. We call for liberation of Palestine from the …