(2024-05-10). TikTok Law Is An Attempt To Censor, Not A Warning To Big Tech. popularresistance.org As US lawmakers' agitation over TikTok culminates in a law that threatens a nationwide ban if the social media platform isn't sold to a US buyer within nine months, an emergent media narrative finds a silver lining. Every legislative move targeting TikTok, the story goes, has the potential to inspire much-needed regulation of tech behemoths like Meta, Amazon, Google and Apple. | But by conflating the US's legal treatment of TikTok—a subsidiary of the Beijing-based ByteDance—with that of its own tech industry, media obscure the real reasons for the law's passage. This was apparent in a New York Times p…
(2024-05-10). Swedes Reject Israeli Participation in Eurovision Song Contest. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, thousands of Swedes marched through the streets of Malmà∂, the venue for the 2024 edition of Eurovision, to demand the expulsion of Israel from the music festival. | RELATED: | Hours before the Israeli participant took the stage in the second semi-final of the competition, citizens gathered in downtown Malmà∂ called by "Stop Israel For Peace and For a Free Palestine," a platform that brings together o…
(2024-05-10). Thwarted By US, Palestinians Look To UN General Assembly. latintimes.com After a US veto foiled the Palestinians' drive for full UN membership, the General Assembly is expected on Friday to grant them some additional rights in the global body — a symbolic win that has already irked Israel.
(2024-05-10). No More Bear Hugs: Biden Gives Up On Netanyahu Embrace. latintimes.com Days after the October 7 attack, Joe Biden walked onto the tarmac in Tel Aviv and offered a warm bear hug to Benjamin Netanyahu, a sign both of solid support for Israel and the US president's long relationship with the prime minister. Seven months into the devastating conflict, the gentle approach is over.
(2024-05-10). Israel Hits Gaza After Truce Talks End. latintimes.com Israel launched fresh strikes in the Gaza Strip Friday after negotiators pursuing a long-stalled truce agreement left talks in Cairo without having secured a deal.
(2024-05-10). Patrick Lawrence: University—An Attack on Intelligence. scheerpost.com 
By Patrick Lawrence / Original to ScheerPost "Not in my lifetime," I used to think when contemplating America's decline and fall—a decline and fall I eagerly anticipate as a prelude to remaking our crumbly republic such that it stands for the ideals it professes to uphold but unreservedly ignores. Blind justice, disinterested leaders and institutions, …
(2024-05-10). The Parallels Between Archaic Entrepots and Modern Offshore Banking Centers. counterpunch.org 
A discussion of the origins of urbanization may provide some insight into the character of modern social problems by highlighting the long historical dynamic at work. It may not be out of place here to point out that anti‚Äëstates are well known in the modern world, above all in what the U.S. Federal Reserve Board classifies as eleven offshore banking centers. Five such enclaves are in the Caribbean: Panama, the Netherlands Antilles (Curacao), Bermuda, the Bahamas, and the British West Indies (Cayman Islands). Three enclaves—Hong Kong, Macao, and Singapore—were founded to conduct the C…
(2024-05-10). Afghan Women Struggle Under Male Guardian Rules. latintimes.com Since the Taliban returned to power, Afghan women have been barred from going on long trips, travelling by plane or entering government buildings unless they are accompanied by a man.
(2024-05-10). Venezuelan fashion powerhouse Carolina Herrera to be honored at the 37th Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards. latintimes.com The organization underscored her "tremendous vision, determination and grace throughout her historic career"
(2024-05-10). Einstein And Anime: Hong Kong University Tests AI Professors. latintimes.com Using virtual reality headsets, students at a Hong Kong university travel to a pavilion above the clouds to watch an AI-generated Albert Einstein explain game theory.
(2024-05-10). Chip Giant TSMC's April Revenue Jumps 60% On-year. latintimes.com Taiwanese chip giant TSMC said on Friday that April revenue jumped nearly 60 percent on-year, riding a huge wave of demand for the advanced semiconductors used in AI hardware.
(2024-05-10). 'Hija de tu Madre': Meet the designer showcasing a modern Latina experience with her apparel brand. latintimes.com Patty Delgado is on a mission to show the richness of creating a product of two cultures…
(2024-05-10). Argentina's Milei Faces 2nd General Strike In 5 Months. latintimes.com Argentina's President Javier Milei faced his second general strike Thursday in just five months in office, as workers angered by austerity cuts brought the capital to a standstill.
(2024-05-10). Costa Rica Announces Electricity Rationing Plan Amid Drought. latintimes.com Hydroelectric plants are responsible for supplying 70% of the Central American country's electricity, and the state-run electricity company, ICE, has partially blamed the drought problem on El Niño. The present situation has forced the Costa Rican government to announce the electricity rationing plan.
(2024-05-10). From New York City to Washington D.C., these are the top destinations for college seniors looking for jobs. latintimes.com The class of 2024 is going into the workforce following years of turmoil; the "bummer generation" is looking for stable jobs and cities to start their careers…
(2024-05-10). Virginia county votes to restore names of Confederate leaders to two schools. latintimes.com The schools will go back to being named Stonewall Jackson High School and Ashby-Lee Elementary School…
(2024-05-10). UK Economy Exits Recession Ahead Of Election. latintimes.com Gross domestic product expanded 0.6 percent in the first three months of this year, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said, noting strong growth in service industries and car manufacturing.
(2024-05-10). Apple Apologizes For IPad 'Crush' Ad After Backlash. latintimes.com Apple apologized on Thursday after an ad for its latest-edition iPad caused an uproar for showing an industrial press crushing objects linked to human creativity, infuriating artists.
(2024-05-10). Under Team Trump Attack, Stormy Daniels Proves Tenacious. latintimes.com Donald Trump's defense attorney and Stormy Daniels went head to head on Thursday during cross-examination of the porn star's blistering testimony, the line of questioning occasionally meandering into the bizarre and even earning a critique afterward from the judge.
(2024-05-10). Republican Veepstakes: Who Will Complete The Trump Ticket. latintimes.com It could be a loyal lieutenant, an ex-rival or perhaps a political newcomer, but one thing is certain: all eyes are on White House hopeful Donald Trump as he considers potential running mates.
(2024-05-10). Porsche Recalls Thousands Of Taycans Over Faulty Batteries. latintimes.com German sports carmaker Porsche on Thursday confirmed it had recalled several thousand of its electric Taycan model because of risks their batteries could catch fire.
(2024-05-10). Panama President-elect Pledges To Deport Migrants Who Cross Darien Gap. latintimes.com Panama will deport US-bound migrants who enter the country through the notoriously dangerous stretch of jungle known as the Darien Gap, president-elect Jose Raul Mulino said Thursday.
(2024-05-10). Turkish parliamentary speaker visits Fidel Castro Center in Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, May 10 (Prensa Latina) Numan Kurtulmu≈ü, speaker of the Grand National Assembly (Parliament) of Türkiye, toured the Fidel Castro Ruz Center in the capital, as part of his visit to Cuba.
(2024-05-10). US activists condemn acquittal of attacker against Cuban embassy. plenglish.com Washington, May 10 (Prensa Latina) The "Puentes de Amor" ( "Bridges of Love") movement condemned the decision of a United States judge to acquit the author of the terrorist attack against the Cuban embassy in Washington on April 30th, 2020.
(2024-05-10). UN General Assembly reopens debate on Palestine's accession at the UN. plenglish.com United Nations, May 10 (Prensa Latina) The UN General Assembly will vote on a draft resolution that calls for the accession of Palestine as a full member, which could position the issue again within the Security Council.
(2024-05-10). Cuban president meets Algerian authorities. plenglish.com Havana, May 10 (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Diaz-Canel met in Algeria with Brahim Bougali, President of the National People's Assembly, during a technical stopover on his return trip from Moscow, where he was on a working visit.
(2024-05-10). Alert for severe geomagnetic solar storm. plenglish.com Washington, May 10 (Prensa Latina) About five coronal mass ejections directed toward the Earth were observed by the Space Weather Prediction Center, which warned today about the influence of this process in a future severe geomagnetic solar storm.
(2024-05-10). Syria and Russia honor 79th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War (+Photo). plenglish.com 
Damascus, May 10 (Prensa Latina) A joint parade of the Syrian and Russian Armed Forces took place at the Hmeimim air base, in the province of Latakia, on the occasion of the 79th anniversary of the triumph over Nazism in World War II.
(2024-05-10). Vladimir Putin ipresents Mishustin's candidacy for prime minister. plenglish.com Moscow, May 10 (Prensa Latina) President Vladimir Putin introduced, to the State Duma (Lower House of Parliament), the candidacy of Mikhail Mishustin as prime minister, Vyacheslav Volodin, head of the legislative body, said on Friday.
(2024-05-10). Fierce fighting reported in Chasov Yar, Donetsk region. plenglish.com Moscow, May 10 (Prensa Latina) A fierce battle is taking place on the line of contact between Russian and Ukrainian forces in Donetsk, in the strategic settlement of Chasov Yar, the Vzgliad digital newspaper reported.
(2024-05-10). Colombian government day concludes its activities in Cali. plenglish.com Bogotá, May 10 (Prensa Latina) The government conference known as "Government with the Popular Neighborhoods", whose objective is to reach the most excluded sectors of the large cities of Colombia, ends in Cali, in the Cauca Valley, southwest of the country.
(2024-05-10). Ambassador of Cuba highlights special brotherhood with Laos (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Xamneau, Laos, May 10 (Prensa Latina) Cuban ambassador Enna Viant reaffirmed her pride in confirming that Laos is still a special brother country for Cuba nearly half a century after establishing diplomatic relations.
(2024-05-10). Vladimir Putin presents Mishustin's candidacy for prime minister. plenglish.com Moscow, May 10 (Prensa Latina) President Vladimir Putin introduced, to the State Duma (Lower House of Parliament), the candidacy of Mikhail Mishustin as prime minister, Vyacheslav Volodin, head of the legislative body, said on Friday.
(2024-05-10). Havana ready for the Cuba-Russia Friendship Race. plenglish.com Havana, May 10 (Prensa Latina) Everything is ready today for the traditional Cuba-Russia Friendship Race to be held on Saturday in this capital dedicated to the 79th anniversary of the victory against fascism.
(2024-05-10). The BRICS — Is another world possible? pressenza.com The BRICS is the name given to the group of five countries that began to form this group and to work consensually in areas such as trade, investment, technology, and finance, to promote their common interests on the world stage, seeking to counter the hegemony of other international institutions such as the G7 or the World Bank. The group was formally established in 2006 when the leaders of the member countries met in New Delhi, India. In 2010, South Africa joined the group to form what is now known as BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). | By Felix Madariaga | The BRICS are seen by many as an…
(2024-05-10). Luchador Grégorich no estará en París 2024. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (JIT).- El luchador cubano del estilo greco Daniel Grégorich (87 kg) no estará en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.
(2024-05-10). Condenan absolución de atacante a embajada de Cuba en Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC) El movimiento Puentes de Amor condenó hoy la decisión de un juez de Estados Unidos de absolver de cargos al autor del atentado terrorista contra la embajada de Cuba, en Whasington, el 30 de abril de 2020.
(2024-05-10). The New School Faculty Join Pro-Palestine Encampment. telesurenglish.net Faculty members of The New School, a private university in Manhattan of New York City, the United States, set up their own pro-Palestine encampment in the lobby of the campus building near Union Square. | RELATED: | The faculty members involved in the action called for, among others, divestment from weapons manufacturing companies, dismissal of charges against student protesters and the removal of New York police on cam…
(2024-05-10). UCLA Professors Demand Amnesty for Pro-Palestine Protesters. telesurenglish.net Members of University of California faculty and staff have been calling on Gene Block, chancellor of the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA), to resign over the university's response to pro-Palestinian protests on campus. | RELATED: | "We will not stand by as our students are assaulted and silenced. We remain committed to protecting our students' safety and their right to protest, assemble, and speak f…
(2024-05-10). Venezuelan President Finances Over 41,000 Female-Led Ventures. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro led the "Great Meeting of Entrepreneurial and Productive Mothers" held in Barcelona City, in the state of Anzoategui. | RELATED: | From the Liberators Square, he announced the granting of 2,917 financing for local commerce, production, and services enterprises, a policy whose objective is advancing the positioning of women as independent economic agents. | The meeti…
(2024-05-10). Floods in Brazil Leave 114 Dead and 2 Million Citizens Affected. telesurenglish.net On Friday, the Civil Defense reported that floods in the southern region of Brazil have left 114 dead, 146 missing, and nearly 2 million citizens affected so far. | RELATED: | The most dramatic situation takes place in Rio Grande do Sul, a border state with Argentina and Uruguay, where 113 deaths, 756 injuries, and over 400,000 displaced people have been reported. The other casualty occurred in the neighboring state of Santa C…
(2024-05-10). Greece: Acquittal of migrants' rights defender Panayote Dimitras. fidh.org
(2024-05-10). 'New way to understand the world' unlocked by quantum researchers. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have taken a significant step toward unlocking the potential of quantum computing by achieving a breakthrough in simulating a complex quantum state using photons.
(2024-05-10). FIDH and Provea react to ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan's Venezuela visit. fidh.org
(2024-05-10). Luwero Hospital: Two medical students lose internship over extortion. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Luwero hospital has terminated the internship of two medical students and a health worker is under investigation over alleged extortion. On Wednesday, Luwero hospital administration invited local leaders and residents to assess client satisfaction, get feedback on health services and areas of improvement. The engagement was held at Luwero Sub …
(2024-05-10). Floods and flooding 'will be part of our lives,' says Brazilian architect and urbanist. globalvoices.org 
The climate crisis has increased the number of extreme disastersGlobal VoicesCivilians help with rescues in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, in the floods that hit the state. Rio Grande do Sul, the southernmost state of Brazil, is going through the worst climate disaster in its history. From April 28 onward, a major part of its territory, about the size of the United Kingdom, has been submerged
(2024-05-10). Colombia: ICC prosecutor should explain closure of preliminary examination to victims. fidh.org
(2024-05-10). Exigen desde la Universidad Católica de Chile romper con Israel. telesurtv.net En otros países de América Latina se han producido acciones similares, en particular luego de la violenta represión de las acampadas que tenían lugar en los campus de Estados Unidos.
(2024-05-10). Universidades españolas se suman a protestas antisionistas. telesurtv.net Las protestas contra el genocidio israelí en Palestina que comenzaron en universidades de Estados Unidos se extienden por todo el mundo.
(2024-05-10). EE.UU. reconoce uso de sus armas para asesinar civiles en Gaza. telesurtv.net Sin embargo, el jefe de Estado precisó que su país no proveerá armamento a Israel si invade a gran escala a la ciudad fronteriza de Rafah, localizada al sur de la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-05-10). Unrwa: casi 80.000 palestinos se han desplazado de Rafah en tres días. telesurtv.net La agencia de la ONU subrayó que los palestinos en la Franja de Gaza se afrontan nuevamente a un desplazamiento forzado.
(2024-05-10). Reconoce Naciones Unidas aportes y solidaridad de Cuba en materia de Salud. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC) La directora ejecutiva de Onusida, Winnie Byanyima, afirmó que Cuba tiene mucho que aportar al mundo y a los países en desarrollo en materia de Salud, y se beneficiaría del fortalecimiento de la cooperación Sur-Sur.
(2024-05-10). PMA alerta que alimentos y combustibles en Gaza solo durarán tres días. telesurtv.net A raíz el cierre del cruce sur, la ONU había dejado claro que la zona norte de Gaza está en "situación de hambruna total".
(2024-05-10). Presidente mexicano informa que se atiende tema de apagones. telesurtv.net Comentó que el miércoles hubo varios apagones, pero fueron de menor intensidad y menos generalizados que los del martes pasado.
(2024-05-10). Estados Unidos envía militares en apoyo a misión keniana en Haití. telesurtv.net Washington es considerado el culpable del caos económico, político y social que se vive en Haití.
(2024-05-10). Asesinan a dos personas en atentado contra concejal de Manta, Ecuador. telesurtv.net El Distrito de Manta ya suma con este doble asesinato 116 muertes violentas en lo que va de año.
(2024-05-10). Denuncian que oposición venezolana extremista impulsa violencia. telesurtv.net Diosdado Cabello alertó que las denominadas "giras" de la oposición extremista no tienen fines electorales sino promover las guarimbas.
(2024-05-10). Ministro ecuatoriano reconoce crisis electroenergética. telesurtv.net Los legisladores declararon que "la suma de acciones irresponsables y negligentes, sumado a la falta de celeridad, en un problema que conocíamos desde diciembre, impresiona y da para sospechar.
(2024-05-10). Llama olímpica sigue hacia París tras su llegada a Marsella. telesurtv.net Se espera que alrededor de 10.000 portadores de la antorcha recorran más de 450 localidades para culminar el viaje el próximo 26 de julio.
(2024-05-10). Cuba denuncia que EE.UU. continúa protegiendo a terroristas. telesurtv.net El canciller sostuvo que el fallo "constituye un peligroso mensaje de impunidad para quienes se propongan acciones violentas contra sedes diplomáticas".
(2024-05-10). Bolivia plantea ley que castiga el robo con siete años de cárcel. telesurtv.net El presidente Arce dijo que si se aprueba la iniciativa de ley, se garantizará que los infractores sean castigados de manera oportuna y ejemplar.
(2024-05-10). Unrwa cierra temporalmente su sede en Jerusalén tras ataque israelí. telesurtv.net Este es el segundo incidente en menos de una semana. El martes, manifestantes bajo la vigilancia de la policía israelí arrojaron piedras contra personal de la ONU y las instalaciones.
(2024-05-10). Resistencia de Líbano e Irak ataca instalaciones israelíes. telesurtv.net Hezbolá y Kataeb Hezbolá reivindicaron sus ataques en solidaridad con el pueblo de la Franja de Gaza y su firme resistencia ante los ocupantes.
(2024-05-10). Arrancan presentaciones de Cubadisco 2024. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC) Con un panel homenaje a los 60 años de la orquesta Original de Manzanillo y a su director Wilfredo Pachy Naranjo, en el Pabellón Cuba, de esta capital, arrancarán hoy las actividades previas del Cubadisco 2024.
(2024-05-10). Dupla cubana de Cirilo-López a la final del C2 a 500m en Szeged. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC).- La dupla cubana de Yarisleidis Cirilo y Yinnoly Francheska López avanzó este viernes a la final del C2 500m en la Copa Mundial de canotaje de velocidad de Szeged, Hungría, al quedar segunda en su heat de semifinales.
(2024-05-10). Western Union reanuda su servicio entre EE.UU. y Cuba. telesurtv.net Según un informe de 2023 de la Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe (CEPAL) de las Naciones Unidas, casi el 70% de la población cubana recibe remesas en diversas formas…
(2024-05-10). Siete obras para recordar al poeta salvadoreño Roque Dalton. telesurtv.net Nacido en el seno de una familia acomodada, Roque Dalton vivió haciendo de la poesía su voz, un arma para reivindicar almas y conciencias.
(2024-05-10). Mantienen una provincia dominicana en alerta roja por vaguada. telesurtv.net El COE mantiene a 21 y al Distrito Nacional en amarilla y cuatro en verde.
(2024-05-10). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net La OMS ha alertado sobre la grave situación sanitaria en Gaza y la falta de recursos para atender a la población afectada por los ataques israelíes.
(2024-05-10). Alayo-Díaz a semifinales en Norceca de Voleibol de Playa de Dominicana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (JIT).- Los cubanos Jorge Luis Alayo y Noslen Díaz avanzaron a las semifinales de la tercera fase del Circuito Norceca de Voleibol de Playa 2024, con sede en República Dominicana.
(2024-05-10). Comienza en Chile propaganda con vistas a primarias municipales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC) A partir de hoy comienza en Chile el período de propaganda para las elecciones primarias del 9 de junio, donde se nominarán los candidatos a los cargos de alcaldes y gobernadores.
(2024-05-10). Sudáfrica y Cuba arriban a 30 años de relaciones diplomáticas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 10 may (RHC) Este 11 de mayo Sudáfrica y Cuba arriban a 30 años de relaciones diplomáticas, aunque los contactos entre ambos pueblos se remontan a principios de la década de los 60 del siglo pasado.
(2024-05-10). Presidente colombiano realiza visita de trabajo a Pereira. telesurtv.net La salud, la vivienda, la seguridad y la economía fueron los temas principales durante la visita del presidente Gustavo Petro al barrio Cuba en Pereira.
(2024-05-10). Madres buscadoras de desaparecidos se movilizan en México. telesurtv.net Entre las actividades previstas se hallan la instalación de memoriales, bordados colectivos, veladas, caminatas, recitales, misas y lecturas públicas.
(2024-05-10). Bolivia envía 90 toneladas de ayuda humanitaria a Gaza. telesurtv.net Las autoridades bolivianas enviaron a la Franja de Gaza arroz, aceite, leche en polvo, agua y medicamentos, entre otros artículos.
(2024-05-10). Congreso de El Salvador aprueba prórroga al régimen de excepción. telesurtv.net Más de 6.000 denuncias de violaciones a derechos humanos han sido recibidas por organizaciones humanitarias, principalmente por detenciones arbitrarias y torturas.
(2024-05-10). CRUE romperá relaciones con quienes no estén a favor de la paz en Gaza. telesurtv.net La junta también decidió "intensificar la cooperación con el sistema científico y de educación superior palestino".
(2024-05-10). Venezuela rechaza presencia militar estadounidense en el Caribe. telesurtv.net El canciller venezolano acusó a la compañía Exxon Mobil de exceder sus ambiciones territoriales.
(2024-05-10). Registran 2.184 desplazados por inundaciones en Uruguay. telesurtv.net Todavía permanecen 2.800 servicios eléctricos interrumpidos.
(2024-05-10). Presidente de Venezuela entrega más de 41.900 financiamientos para emprendimientos de mujeres. telesurtv.net El mandatario Maduro resaltó la labor realizada por las mujeres en Venezuela en diferentes áreas.
(2024-05-10). Irán realiza segunda vuelta de elecciones al Parlamento. telesurtv.net Los ciudadanos de 22 distritos electorales, en 15 provincias, deben elegir a 45 representantes de un grupo de 90 candidatos.
(2024-05-10). Siria e Irán estrechan sus lazos en esferas de interés mutuo. telesurtv.net Las colaboraciones intergubernamentales están destinadas hacia diversos campos.
(2024-05-10). Suben a 107 los muertos por inundaciones en Brasil. telesurtv.net Hasta la fecha, Rio Grande do Sul tiene 165.112 personas sin hogar.
(2024-05-10). Siguen las movilizaciones en apoyo al presidente Maduro en Venezuela. telesurtv.net "Trujillo siempre está a la vanguardia, de los cambios revolucionarios" expresó el jefe de Estado, Nicolás Maduro.
(2024-05-10). The Mexican debt crisis and the World Bank. cadtm.org
(2024-05-10). Tensions high as recession-weary Argentines march to president's residence. presstv.ir Riot police were deployed against a protest march seeking to head to the president's residence of Olivos.
(2024-05-10). Drone shows scale of flood devastation in southern Brazil. presstv.ir Residents of a flooded city in Brazil's state of Rio Grande do Sul faced the huge scale of devastation in the region.