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UN Human Rights Chief Warns of Israeli “Atrocity Crimes” in North Gaza
The top official suggested that Israel may be violating the UN Genocide Convention.
Democratic Lawmakers Call for Inquiry Into Kushner’s Ties to Saudi Crown Prince
Kushner appears to be shaping foreign policy by acting as a “consultant to the Saudi government,” the lawmakers said.
Hurricanes Made It Even Harder to Access Abortion in a Region Rife With Bans
Hurricanes Helene and Milton shuttered clinics, making it difficult for patients to travel to those still operating.
Israeli Soldiers Attack UN Peacekeepers Who Were Observing Them
“Upon realizing they were being observed, the IDF soldiers fired at the post,” UNIFIL said of the incident.
Climate Scientists and Environmental Groups Alarmed Over New UN Climate Report
Experts say the report confirms that nations' efforts to cut emissions have been grossly insufficient to date.
Harris Says Trump Is a Fascist. Half of American Voters Think He Is, Too.
Voters need to “understand what could happen if Donald Trump were back in the White House,” Harris added.
BRICS Is Mounting a Challenge to the US-Led World Order — But for Whom?
Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa held a summit to counter the unipolar power of the US and Europe.
Literary Institutions Are Pressuring Authors to Remain Silent About Gaza
Requiring authors remain silent about war at the risk of losing their livelihoods is not only ironic but also sinister.
How Do We Prepare for Election Day Threats Amid Rising Right-Wing Violence?
The severity of these threats highlights the need for electoral safety planning among movement groups and organizations.
Rebuilding Gaza’s Economy After Genocide Would Take 350 Years, UN Finds
Israel’s genocide has “propelled Gaza from de-development to utter ruin,” a new report finds.