(2024-06-25). US Veterans Denounce Prolonged Militarization, Ongoing War In Korea. popularresistance.org Two members of Veterans for Peace participated in a recent delegation to South Korea to mark the anniversary of two young girls who were killed by a US tank during a military exercise. Clearing the FOG speaks with Ellen Barfield, a long time activist who was on delegation and who was serving in South Korea in 1980 when the massacre of students and leftists occurred in Gwangju, about the trip and the ongoing war in Korea. Barfield also discusses the RIMPAC military exercises that begin this week in the Pacific and the veteran-led Peace Walk that is headed to Washington, DC for the anti-NATO activities starting the…
(2024-06-25). Gold prices in Jordan Today 25 June, Tuesday. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Amman, Jordan today opened at a selling price of JOD 1,648.068 per ounce, on Tuesday, June 25, not including taxes and fees.24-karat gold prices in Amman Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Jordan stood at JOD 52.987 today.22-karat gold rates in Jordan Today: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in the Kingdom of Jordan stood at JOD 48.571 early today.21-karat gold prices in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in Jordan stood at JOD 46.363 at the start of the business day, today.18-karat gold rates in Amman Today
(2024-06-25). Najwa Karam, husband spotted together for 1st time. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Social media users widely shared a photo of the Lebanese singer Najwa Karam with a person whom they said was her husband.According to rumors online, Najwa Karam appeared with a businessman who many claimed earlier that she got married to. However, the Lebanese singer didn't deny or confirm the news.If this photo turns true, then it will be the couple's first appearance, even though the Lebanese singer has not announced her marriage yet.Najwa Karam with businessman Omar Al-Dahmani, Syrian singer Asala, and her husband, Faiq Hassan. (Social media)In the circulated picture, Najwa Karam appears with busine…
(2024-06-25). Horoscope Today: June 25, 2024. albawaba.com _1.png)
ALBAWABA Welcome to your daily horoscope for June 25, 2024! The celestial movements today are guiding each zodiac sign with a mix of excitement and introspection. With Venus and Mars in a harmonious dance, there's a boost in both romantic and creative energies. Whether you're looking for love, career insights, or personal growth, read on to discover what the stars have in store for you. Aries (March 21 – April 19): Today is perfect for Aries to harness the power of their assertive nature. The moon's presence in your sign encourages self-expression and bold moves. This is a great time…
(2024-06-25). Gold prices in Riyadh Today 25 June 2024. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, Tuesday, June 25, opened at SAR 8,724.38 per ounce, according to saudigoldprice.com.24-karat gold prices in Riyadh Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 280.38 today.22-karat gold rates in KSA Today: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 257.01 early today.21-karat gold prices in Saudi Arabia Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in KSA stood at SAR 245.33 at the start of the business day, today.18-karat gold rates in KSA Today: The price per gram of 18-karat gold in Sau…
(2024-06-25). Gold prices in Qatar Today Tuesday, June 25, 2024. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gold prices in Doha, Qatar, today, Tuesday, June 25, opened at QR 8,468.46 per ounce, according to Qatar-goldprice.com24-karat gold rates in Qatar Today: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Doha stood at QR 272.15 today.22-karat gold prices in Doha Today: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in Qatar stood at QR 249.47 early today.21-karat gold rates in Qatar Today: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in Qatar stood at QR 238.13 at the start of the business day, today.18-karat gold prices in Doha Today: The price per gram of 18-karat gold in Doha opened at QR 204.11.14…
(2024-06-25). Property Law, Settler-Colonialism, and the Vatican. counterpunch.org 
Newsflash! Property law in the U.S. is not rooted in the Constitution. America's legal foundation for property law (possession), "anti-Indian law," and the concept of nation-states is religious, not secular. Where did this deep sense of entitlement, hierarchy, and dominion over unknown lands and its original sovereign peoples originate? How was this wilderness continent, upon
(2024-06-25). Pakistan's rank remains unchanged in US State Department's annual TIP report. geo.tv 
Migrants rest in a shelter, following a rescue operation, after their boat capsized in the open sea, Kalamata, Greece on June 14, 2023. — ReutersPakistan retains position in Tier 2 for third consecutive time.Govt demonstrated "overall greater effort" than before, report says.4.5…
(2024-06-25). 1,079 pilgrims out of 1,301 who died during Hajj lacked official permits. geo.tv 
Muslim pilgrims walk with umbrellas on the third day of the devil stoning ritual, amid extremely hot weather, during the annual haj pilgrimage, in Mina, Saudi Arabia, June 18, 2024. — Reuters Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior said Tuesday that 83% — 1,079 out of…
(2024-06-25). Apple supplier excludes married Indian women from assembly jobs. geo.tv 
(2024-06-25). Asian Markets Rebound On Bargain-buying But Tech Worries Linger. latintimes.com With US data indicating the world's top economy remains in rude health and the jobs market still tight, investors remain unsure about the Federal Reserve's plans for interest rates, with debate centred on when — or even if — it will cut this year.
(2024-06-25). Saudi Arabia detains Egyptian cancer patient after criticising Hajj deaths. middleeasteye.net 
Saudi Arabia detains Egyptian cancer patient after criticising Hajj deaths | Islam Sobhi, a pilgrim, expressed shock and dismay about the hundreds of Egyptians that died in extreme heat | | Islam Sobhi, 27, speaks from the Egyptian consulate in Jeddah before surrendering himself to authorities on 23…
(2024-06-25). Turkey says Cyprus has become a military base targeting Gaza. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-06-25). Gaza's lost children: Over 17,000 separated from parents amid ongoing conflict. nationofchange.org UNICEF estimates that at least 17,000 children in Gaza are unaccompanied or separated from their parents, highlighting heartbreaking stories of loss and survival.
(2024-06-25). Amerindian genes confirmed in Cubans' genetic information. plenglish.com Havana, Jun 25 (Prensa Latina) A study of 27 families in eastern Cuban provinces confirmed 20.2 percent of Amerindian genes in their DNA, which corroborates the descendants of aborigines who inhabited the Caribbean island before the conquest.
(2024-06-25). Inflation, economic crisis and uncertainty in Bangladesh. pressenza.com In January 2009, when the Awami League came to power through a landslide victory in December's general elections, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina saw terrorism and militancy as key factors threatening the security of the entire region. During the 2001-2006 rule of the Al Qaeda-connected Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its coalition partner—the pro-Islamist and pro-Pakistan Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) — the country had become a safe haven for terrorists and jihadists. | By Salah Uddin Shoaib Choudhury | Within a couple of weeks of assuming office, Sheikh Hasina declared an all-out war against terrorism an…
(2024-06-25). Saudi Arabia develops production of materials for innovative cancer therapies. tvbrics.com 
This will make the treatment more affordable for local patients…
(2024-06-25). Indian institution starts course to teach students how to formulate aromas for health items. tvbrics.com 
The curriculum is made to give students both broad information and useful skills…
(2024-06-25). India's Home Minister directs regional agencies to implement flood prevention recommendations. tvbrics.com 
He highlighted the effectiveness of using satellite imagery in predicting natural disasters…
(2024-06-25). Project to abolish university tuition fees flourishes in India. tvbrics.com 
It was directed the education department to launch an awareness campaign about the scheme to encourage more eligible students to apply for it…
(2024-06-25). Julian Assange Strikes Plea Deal, Will Return to Australia. theintercept.com 
After years of fighting extradition from the United Kingdom to the U.S. on charges related to his publication of secret cables about the Iraq War, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has reached a plea deal with federal prosecutors, according to court documents filed on Monday. The Justice Department expects Assange to return home to Australia after a plea hearing Tuesday morning. | The agreement would bring to an end Assange's lengthy standoff with the White House, which has sparked diplomatic tensions and global concern about U.S. hypocrisy when it comes to advancing freedom of the press. | In 2018, the Justice…
(2024-06-25). Deaths During Annual Hajj in Saudi Arabia Underscore Extreme Heat Dangers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Pilgrims use umbrellas to shade themselves from the sun as they arrive at the base of Mount Arafat, also known as Jabal al-Rahma or Mount of Mercy, during the annual hajj pilgrimage on June 15, 2024. | © 2024 Fadel Senna/AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-06-25). Lynching, hate crimes mar two weeks of Modi's 3rd term. ummid.com Since the day Modi became Prime Minister for the 3rd term, Hindus have started taking revenge from Muslims by one way or the other. They are angry because it is alleged that the Muslims were responsible for not making the BJP's dream of "400 par" a reality.
(2024-06-25). Pakistani journalist Khalil Jibran shot dead following threats from militants. thenews.com.pk
(2024-06-25). InsidePNG's Sincha Dimara wins East-West 'courage award' for free press. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch Papua New Guinean journalist Sincha Dimara, news editor at the online publication InsidePNG, is one of seven recipients of this year's East-West Center Journalists of Courage Impact Award. Pakistani journalist Kamal Siddiqi, former news director at Aaj TV, also received the award last night at the EWC's International Media Conference in Manila,…
(2024-06-25). Love, marriage and rebellion: Exploring feminist themes in India's Angika folk songs. globalvoices.org 
'Documenting my culture has also been a journey to understanding it better …'Originally published on English translation of the text in the image: 'I won't leave Mohna's company.' Illustration by the author, used with permission. | When I was around four years old, my family moved from our village in
(2024-06-25). Pakistani journalist Khalil Jibran shot dead following threats from militants. thenews.com.pk
(2024-06-25). First cross-broader electric coach linking Hong Kong and Shenzhen starts operation. ecns.cn An inauguration ceremony for the operation of first cross-border electric tourist coach between Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Shenzhen City in Guangdong Province is held at a cross-boundary coach terminal in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong on June 24.
(2024-06-25). Love, marriage and rebellion: Exploring feminist themes in India's Angika folk songs. globalvoices.org
(2024-06-25). Gwen Mills formally takes the helm as Unite HERE President. peoplesworld.org 
NEW YORK—Unite HERE convention delegates formally elected longtime New Haven, Conn., activist and leader Gwen Mills as the union's new president. She promptly pledged to double its organizing and deepen its already large political involvement. Mills is the first woman to lead the union, successor to three famous unions: The Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers, …
(2024-06-25). Rule of law in Poland: FIDH denounces the premature closing of Article 7(1) TEU procedure. fidh.org
(2024-06-25). BMA to screen travellers at ports amid 13 Mpox cases. sanews.gov.za BMA to screen travellers at ports amid 13 Mpox cases | The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has announced that port health officials have developed an outbreak preparedness plan to deal with Monkey Pox or Mpox. | In response to the 13 cases that have been confirmed by the National Department of Health, the BMA is implementing screening processes for travellers entering the country at all ports of entry. | Masiapato said at the airports, the first phase of screening occurs when the conveyance operator which is the captain of the aircraft and crew members provide a genera…
(2024-06-25). ZNet Partners with Wasabi Technologies to Transform Cloud Storage in India. devdiscourse.com ZNet Technologies, India's leading cloud distributor, has announced a strategic partnership with Wasabi Technologies, a prominent player in the cloud storage market known for its advanced hot cloud storage solutions.
(2024-06-25). Thailand: Joint call to end judicial abuse and arbitrary detention, and to investigate Netiporn 'Bung' Sanesangkhom's death. fidh.org International organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call on the Thai government to end the abuse of the judicial process and the arbitrary detention of human rights defenders, activists, and protesters. Additionally, they urge a thorough and independent investigation into the death in custody one month ago of Netiporn 'Bung' Sanesangkhom.
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(2024-06-25). Julian Assange: Free at last. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-06-25). After 8 months in detention, Syrian journalist Sleman Ahmed faces spying charges in Iraq. cpj.org
(2024-06-25). India marks the longest day of the year. ummid.com India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other South Asian countries Friday June 21, 2024 marked the longest day of the year.
(2024-06-25). Philippine Court Clears Leading 'Drug War' Critic. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Former senator and human rights lawyer Leila de Lima (center right) acknowledges supporters after a court acquitted her of the last criminal charges against her, outside the court in Muntinlupa, Manila, Philippines, June 24, 2024. | © 2024 Jam Sta Rosa/AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-06-25). Hezbollah's threat caught Cyprus off guard, what are the issues at stake? aljazeera.com Hezbollah has several concerns about Cyprus, analysts say, and can 'attack' it in more ways than one.
(2024-06-25). Indian Retail Brands Embrace Omni-Channel Strategies to Boost Consumer Experiences. ummid.com Adopting omni-channel retailing allows brands to meet the demands of today's Indian consumers, offering convenience, diversity, and connectivity.
(2024-06-25). Post Hajj 2024 Umrah: Saudi Arabia begins issuing e-visas. ummid.com The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has started issuing electronic visas for post Hajj 2024 Umrah season, as part of its efforts to enable more Muslims to come to the Kingdom to perform Umrah and facilitate its procedures for them.
(2024-06-25). Safety and Security key concerns why millionaires migrating from India. ummid.com Safety and Security are the main reasons why thousands of millionaires are migrating from India to other countries, international investment migration advisory firm Henley & Partners revealed in a report.
(2024-06-25). HKSAR government vehemently opposes U.S. Trafficking in Persons Report 2024. ecns.cn The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) strongly objected to the unsubstantiated remarks about Hong Kong in the Trafficking in Persons Report 2024 (Report) of the Department of State of the United States.
(2024-06-25). Serbia: Stop the extradition of Andrey Gnyot to Belarus. fidh.org
(2024-06-25). After 8 months in detention, Syrian journalist Sleman Ahmed faces spying charges in Iraq. cpj.org Sulaymaniyah, June 24, 2024—The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Iraqi Kurdish authorities to immediately and unconditionally free Syrian journalist Sleman Ahmed, who has been detained for eight months, and drop all charges against him. Ahmed — an Arabic editor for the local news website RojNews — is due to stand trial before Duhok Criminal…
(2024-06-25). Former 'Buddha Boy' Ram Bahadur Bamjon Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse in Nepal. devdiscourse.com A Nepali court has found a man who thousands believed was a reincarnation of the Buddha guilty of child sexual abuse, a court official said on Tuesday.
(2024-06-25). Sen. Bob Menendez's Egypt, Qatar trip planning got 'weird,' Senate staffer recalls at bribery trial. whyy.org A Senate staffer testified Monday at a bribery trial that planning for Sen. Bob Menendez's 2021 trip to Egypt and Qatar got "weird" after the Democrat directed that Egypt be included in the process. | Sarah Arkin, a senior staffer with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, testified as a government witness at a trial over bribes of hundreds of thousands of dollars in gold and cash allegedly paid to the senator in return for benefits he supposedly delivered to three New Jersey businessmen from 2018 to 2022. | Among favors he allegedly carried out, one included helping Egyptian officials in exchange for one busin…
(2024-06-25). European Union General Affairs Council must address continued rule of law and human rights violations in Hungary and Poland. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and other international NGOs sent a letter to EU ministers ahead of the EU General Affairs Council's meeting on 25 June 2024 where member States will hold a hearing on the situation in Hungary under the Article 7.1 TEU procedure.
In the letter, the signatory organisations point to the continued deterioration of the situation in Hungary, which fails to comply with Europea Union rule of law recommendations. Major concerns include judicial (…) | – |
(2024-06-25). Six charged for attempting to shoot minerals minister. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Six private security guards accused of attempting to shoot at State Minister for Minerals, Phiona Nyamutoro, have been charged with seven counts of threatening violence. They are Nobert Okurboth the Manager of Wolves security company in charge of Rubanda and Kisoro districts, Robert Mucunguzi, Anthony Niwagaba, Hassan Oman, …
(2024-06-25). After 8 months in detention, Syrian journalist Sleman Ahmed faces spying charges in Iraq. cpj.org
(2024-06-25). 113 countries have no female heads of state, gov't, new UN Women data show. independent.co.ug 
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | A staggering 113 countries worldwide have never had a woman serve as head of state or government, and only 26 countries are led by women as of today, according to UN Women's global data on Women Political Leaders 2024 published on Monday. Despite progress, women are still "largely excluded" from …
(2024-06-25). Nothing but revolution can change Azerbaijan for the better: Interview with the Azerbaijani left. links.org.au 
Murad Gattal spoke to Azerbaijani trade unionists and left-wing activists about the state of society following Ilham Aliyev's election for the fifth presidential term and the Third Karabakh War.
(2024-06-25). Vietnam estará al lado de Cuba en todas circunstancias, afirma presidente To Lam. cubadebate.cu Vietnam siempre estará al lado de Cuba en todas las circunstancias y se esforzará por apoyar a la isla en todas las capacidades y condiciones posibles, especialmente en la seguridad alimentaria, a fin de coadyuvar así a garantizar su estabilidad sociopolítica, aseveró el presidente To Lam en un encuentro con el embajador Orlando Hernández Guillén.
(2024-06-25). Narendra Modi celebra su victoria en las elecciones generales. telesurtv.net Narendra Modi necesitará el apoyo de otros partidos para gobernar, algo inédito en sus anteriores mandatos.
(2024-06-25). Vietnam estará al lado de Cuba en todas circunstancias, afirma presidente To Lam. cubadebate.cu Vietnam siempre estará al lado de Cuba en todas las circunstancias y se esforzará por apoyar al país caribeño en todas las capacidades y condiciones posibles, especialmente en la seguridad alimentaria, aseveró el presidente To Lam en un encuentro con el embajador cubano Orlando Hernández Guillén.
(2024-06-25). Free trade frenzy: the hidden costs of South Asia's economic gamble. cadtm.org
(2024-06-25). India : Analysis of Budget 2024—25, Part 1: Declining Budget Outlay. cadtm.org
(2024-06-25). Hamas refutes reports of political bureau relocating to Iraq. newarab.com 
As negotiations for a potential ceasefire in In a statement on his Telegram account, Izzat al-Rishq, a member of the Hamas political bureau, dismissed claims from Sky News Arabia, which ref…
(2024-06-25). Lebanon's 'Soldiers of God' endorse Le Pen in French elections. newarab.com 
(2024-06-25). Kuwaiti ex-MP jailed for criticising dissolution of parliament. newarab.com 
(2024-06-25). Czech Republic to lead mission to Syria to study refugee return. newarab.com 
(2024-06-25). US blacklists Brunei, Sudan on human trafficking. newarab.com 
The In an annual report, the
(2024-06-25). Saudi futuristic 'mega cities' could get quiet downgrade: report. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia's An anonymous government-linked source told the BBC that some projects in Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 plan, designed to wean the kingdom off its reliance on oil and gas revenues, could be delayed or scaled down due to a less optimistic forecast…
(2024-06-25). Biden 'disturbed' by alleged attack on US-Palestinian child. newarab.com 
The woman has been charged with capital murder, court records show, following the May The 42-y…
(2024-06-25). Lebanon to sue UK's Telegraph for 'ridiculous' report against Hezbollah. presstv.ir Lebanon vows to sue British daily The Telegraph over a media report alleging Hezbollah is storing weapons at Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport.
(2024-06-25). Search underway as 20 bodies found in South Korean battery plant fire. presstv.ir Around 20 bodies have been found at a South Korean lithium battery factory after a massive blaze.
(2024-06-25). 1,300-plus Hajj pilgrims die as Saudi Arabia blames heat. presstv.ir Saudi Arabia puts the death toll during this year's Hajj pilgrimage to at least 1,301 so far, blaming intense heat for the majority of the cases.
(2024-06-25). Jaishankar, Indian Envoy Shame Trudeau For Skipping Pro-Khalistan Terror Mention | Canada | Kanishka. hindustantimes.com From India's foreign minister, to the Indian envoy in Canada – Justin Trudeau came under attack from senior Indian officials after failing to mention pro-Khalistani terror while speaking on the 1985 Kanishka bombing. Jaishankar said, "The anniversary is a reminder why terrorism should never be tolerated." The Indian High Commissioner fired a less-subtle jibe, saying, "No government in the world should overlook the threat of terrorism emanating from its territories for political gains." Watch the full video for more.
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The Council on American-Islamic Relations ( The attack, which occurred at a local swimming pool in Euless, 
Police in The explosives, found in a home in the Marka neighbourhood northeast of the capital, were detonated onsite after the area was evacuated, according to a brief statement by the public security directorate. Witnesses said the area was sealed by police. | The statement did not say if police suspected it was terrorism related or if arrests were made, or detail the quantity of explosives. It added more details…
The fire had started late on Thursday due to the burning of straw and spread because of strong winds, the local governor's office said. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, Justice Minister Yilmaz Tunc said in a post on social media…
A year after the disappearance of his brother in one of the deadliest shipwrecks in the Mediterranean, Suleman Tariq wants answers. But, like other young Pakistanis, he is also determined to make it to Europe. | "Since my brother went missing, our financial situation has worsened. I have no choice but to leave Pakistan to help my family repay the loan we took," said Tariq, whose brother Usman Tariq, was on board but not declared dead. | "There's absolutely nothing in this country… However, I will only pursue legal avenues and will not follow my brother's path." | 
The oil market has renewed its focus on fundamentals…
TUNIS | Xinhua | The death toll among Tunisian pilgrims who performed Hajj in Saudi Arabia has risen to 53, Tunisia's state television Wataniya 1 reported. "Until this Saturday, the number of Tunisian pilgrims who died in holy places in Saudi Arabia while performing the Hajj rituals, increased further from 49 to 53," said the …
Hajj death toll tops 1,000 after extreme heat ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | The death toll from this year's hajj had by June 21 exceeded 1,000, a tally by the international news agency AFP has said. More than half were unregistered worshippers who performed the pilgrimage in extreme heat in Saudi Arabia. The new deaths reported on …