(2024-12-28). Higher Education Must Champion Democracy, Not Surrender to Fascism. truthout.org For decades, neoliberalism has systematically attacked the welfare state, undermined public institutions and weakened the foundations of collective well-being. Shrouded in the alluring language of liberty, it transforms market principles into a dominant creed, insisting that every facet of life conform to the imperatives of profit and economic efficiency. But in reality… |
(2024-12-28). The Leading Edge of Global Heat — Arabian Peninsula. pressenza.com Major portions of the Arabian Peninsula are already exceeding 2 ∞C above pre-industrial and likely headed for a staggering temperature rise over the coming decades. This disturbing news comes via a major new study by Saudi Arabia's most prestigious university. | The epicenter of world oil and gas production is in the direct line of fire of unnerving acceleration of global warming. This news comes from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Saudi Arabia, ranked in the top 1.2% of best global universities and published as a peer-reviewed study: Abdul Malik, et al, Staggering Temperature Rise Pred…
(2024-12-27). Chilean government debates pension reform. plenglish.com According to the Minister of Labor and Social Security, Jeannette Jara, it is important to reach an agreement that allows progress toward a more fair and supportive system. "Chile cannot permit itself to leave so many people behind. The pension system has to change," she said. | In statements to the local press, Jara pointed directly to the Pension Fund Administrators (AFP), which make millions in profits and offer miserable retirements, and warned that the AFPs have profits of more than 400 million dollars to date, while pensions continue to fall. | The interim government spokesperson, Aisén Etcheverry, also jo…
(2024-12-27). Karamoja women trained in financial literacy. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Straight Talk Foundation, with support from Welt Hunger under the Grow Together project, has trained 152 women in financial literacy across Napak and Moroto districts.The nine-month training focused on financial literacy, entrepreneurship skills, and the production of reusable pads. The project targeted vulnerable women to equip them with business management …
(2024-12-27). Syria: Chaos in the Process of Development. Richard C. Cook. globalresearch.ca I have received the following New Year's update from my confidential on-the-ground correspondent in Syria: | The catastrophic economic conditions resulting from theft of Syrian oil, gas, wheat and cotton fields, and Western sanctions, led Al-Assad's Syrian government to seek rapprochement …
(2024-12-27). The Child that Christmas Forgot: How Would Jesus Fare in the American Police State? globalresearch.ca The modern-day church has largely shied away from applying Jesus' teachings to modern problems such as war, poverty, immigration, etc., but thankfully there have been individuals throughout history who ask themselves and the world: what would Jesus do?
(2024-12-27). June 14, 2024, Kari's 101th Birthday: The Importance of Karl Polanyi's Analysis to Understanding Current Neoliberalism. globalresearch.ca First published on May 20th, 2016 | Laissez faire was planned, explained Karl Polanyi in The Great Transformation: The origins of the market system go back to the intentional project of institutional transformation initiated in England in the 19th century, establishing …
(2024-12-27). Let us support Dr Musenero's push to make science speak to economics. independent.co.ug 
Leveraging the Power of Partnerships in Science, Technology and Innovation to foster Socio-Economic Transformation: The Road Ahead COMMENT | ANDREW BESI | "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." — Sir Arthur C Clarke The name Dr. Monica Musenero evokes mixed emotions amongst many Ugandans. For some, she is, in an often ignoramus manner, scolded …