(2024-02-13). 2 Armenian soldiers killed in borders-uprising with Azerbaijan. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Armenia and Azerbaijan have exchanged accusations of opening fire near their disputed borders, with Armenia saying that two of their soldiers of the forces deployed to the southern region of Siunik were killed. Armenia's defense ministry said in a statement that "Units of the Azerbaijani armed forces discharged fire from small arms towards the Armenian combat positions in the vicinity of Nerkin Hand (village) on Tuesday,".The statement further specified that two soldiers were killed during the exchange of fire. However, Azerbaijan's border guards said this was a "response" to a "provocation" by Armenia…
(2024-02-13). Sri Lankan IYSSE public lecture at Peradeniya University: "A study of the Communist Manifesto" wsws.org The lecture will explain the basic conceptions and principles elaborated in the Communist Manifesto. We invite students, workers and academics to attend and participate in this critical discussion.
(2024-02-13). Indonesian presidential candidates make empty promises to improve social conditions. wsws.org None of the three capitalist politicians has the slightest intention of addressing the social crisis facing workers and the poor. Whoever is elected will seek to boost business profits at the expense of working people.
(2024-02-13). Opposition grows against pro-government thug attacks on Sri Lankan SEP members. wsws.org "The Alton Plantation Workers Action Committee strongly condemns this assault, and we consider the attack against SEP members, who are in the forefront of the struggle for workers' rights, as an attack on the basic democratic rights of all workers."
(2024-02-13). Pakistan's misery continues. cadtm.org
(2024-02-13). Iraq's parliament to draft law for US coalition troop exit. newarab.com 
The Joint Military Technical Committee between
(2024-02-13). Ancient Roman egg with intact yolk found in UK. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – An amazing discovery was made in a recent archaeological analysis in the UK, where an egg dating back all the way to the Roman era which still contains an intact yolk and liquid white within its shell was discovered. This Roman egg, found in Berryfields and estimated to be approximately 1700 years old, measures about 4cm in width, making it a unique artifact from ancient times. Ancient Roman egg with intact yolk found in UK: Its remarkable state of preservation can be attributed to its location in a flooded pit, which likely provided the ideal conditions for its survival over centuries.The findi…
(2024-02-13). UP STF arrest Halal Council of India officials on extortion charges. muslimmirror.com Mumbai : The UP Special Task Force (STF) on Monday arrested four office-bearers of Halal Council of India, Mumbai, for allegedly extorting money in the name of halal certification. According to the UP STF sources, the arrested persons have been identified as Maulana Mudassir, Habib Yusuf Patel, Anwar Khan, and Mohammed Tahir. Notably, the Uttar …
(2024-02-13). Body of Egyptian woman Maryam found in Rhine River, Switzerland>. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – An investigation was launched after the body of an Egyptian woman was found in the Rhine River, in Switzerland.The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement two days after the body of an Egyptian citizen was found in the Rhine River on Facebook in which it confirmed that the government is working closely with Swiss authorities. The Egyptian Ministry further noted that it is closely following the case of Egyptian woman Maryam, whose body was found in the famous river that passes through many EU countries, including Germany, France, Netherlands, Austria, and Liechtenstein.The statement re…
(2024-02-13). American anti-war activist Merle Ratner mourned in Vietnam. mronline.org 
The activist will forever be remembered for her dedication and support of Vietnam-U.S. relations.
(2024-02-13). Seiji Ozawa, longtime conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, dead at 88. wsws.org Among his other accomplishments, Ozawa broke down barriers as the first prominent Asian conductor in the US.
(2024-02-13). Infighting in Pakistan's ruling elite intensifies following shock election result. wsws.org The PTI of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan won the most seats, even though its candidates were obliged to run as independents.
(2024-02-13). Thailand: Opposition Move Forward Party faces dissolution. wsws.org Last month's ruling lays bare the anti-democratic character of the Thai state apparatus, which is not prepared to countenance a public discussion about any reform of the monarchy.
(2024-02-13). Hong Kong fans to get 50% refund for Messi no-show match. ecns.cn Thousands of soccer fans, some of whom had reportedly paid up to HK$5,000 ($639) to watch an exhibition match in Hong Kong in which Argentinian superstar Lionel Messi failed to play, can get a 50-percent refund on their tickets.
(2024-02-13). Paquistaníes bloquean vías tras saberse resultados electorales. telesurtv.net El partido Pakistán Tehreek-e-Insaf del ex primer ministro Imran Khan y sus afiliados obtuvieron la mayor cantidad de escaños en el recuento final publicado el domingo.
(2024-02-13). Protests break out in Karachi over alleged ballot rigging. presstv.ir Despite PTI-backed candidates leading in Pakistan's election race, the party's supporters stage a protest outside the Election Commission in Karachi lamenting state interference in the polling process.
12 February 2024. As Valentine's Day nears, the EcoWaste Coalition warned that some unauthorized products for sexual enhancement and energy may contain undeclared ingredients and may pose serious health risks. | Echoing the advice of health authorities from the USA, Canada, and the Philippines, the toxics watchdog group urged consumers to refrain from buying and using such products that have not passed quality and safety verifications. | Marketed as capsules, pills, creams, gels, oil, or food supplements to boost sexual drive and performance, including erectile function, these products can be obtained easily fro…
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un delivering a speech at the Ministry of National Defense in Pyongyang on the occasion of the 76th founding anniversary of the Korean People's Army. © STR / KCNA VIA KNS / AFP Pyongyang must be prepared to seize South Korean territory in the event of an "emergency," North Korean leader …
by Geri Matthew Carretero | Legazpi City, Philippines — Sorsogon Province, through the Sorsogon Provincial Health Office in partnership with Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, with support from the MSD for Mothers Global Grant Program, hosted a Dissemination Forum titled "Breaking Barriers: Achievements and Collaborations in UHC towards Responsive and Quality Maternal and Newborn Health Service Delivery in Sorsogon Province" at the Pepperland Hotel in Legazpi City on February 8, 2024. Participants gather at the Pepperland Hotel for the Dissemination Forum Program. Photo by Geri Matthew Carre…
The Al-Qaeda-linked militant group The attack Saturday targeted the troops at the General Gordon Military Base in Mogadishu. Details about the attack and whether it killed others remained scarce Sunday, though Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud offered his condolences to the UAE for the loss of its troops in the assault. | Early S…
By The elections in Pakistan today were much freer and fairer than I had expected. Hence, the preliminary results simply reflected the obvious for …
Allies of The vote last Thursday to choose a new parliament was overshadowed by allegations of vote-rigging, an 
Akram Afif, born in Doha in 1996, is not just a Qatari footballer, but a symbol of his nation's rising ambition on the global football stage. From his early days at the Aspire Academy to his current dominance with Al Sadd and the Qatar national team, Afif's journey is a testament to dedication, talent, and an unwavering love for the beautiful game. | Afif produced some magical performances during the Asian Cup. And after firing Qatar into a 1-0 lead in Saturday's The…
Hosts It was a fitting final act to a month of It will also help dispel the memories of Qatar's…
All focus was on Doha as Qatar and Jordan contested an all-Arab final in the Asian Cup in Lusail on Saturday, with the hosts emerging as 3-1 winners thanks to three penalties from player of the tournament The Qataris have clinched their second Asia Cup in a row in what was a flawless run to the final for the The Maroons. | It was also an all-Arab showdown in the quarter-finals of the Abu Dhabi Open on Friday, where Tunisia's tennis star Ons Jabeur was reduced to tears after an injury during her loss to…
Feb 10, 2024. Representatives from five countries in the Asia Pacific Region— India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Philippines, around forty participants — — had a virtual meeting to interchange and share the plans and activities being made to prepare for the 3rd World March for Peace and Nonviolence. Some of the participants in the virtual meeting of Asia-Pacific humanists held on Feb. 10, 2024. | The meeting had Rafael de la Rubia, founder of World without Wars and without Violence and main promoter of the World March for Peace and Nonviolence, with Antonio Carvallo on hand, as interpreter, to…