(2024-04-27). Youth, students, and university workers in Palestine: we stand with our comrades in the campus movement! mondoweiss.net 
Together, we are collectively making history as we fortify our long tradition of resistance against injustice and fight for a liberated future in Palestine and beyond.
(2024-04-27). Humboldt faculty condemn police violence against students, join demands for boycott and divestment from Israel. mondoweiss.net 
As faculty at Cal Poly Humboldt, we deplore the use of physical violence by police and the deployment of extreme tactics to surveil students, escalate tensions, and criminalize free speech exercised by students calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
(2024-04-27). Apr 27, 2024. sitrepworld.info 
Blowing In The Wind — Bob Dylan (1963) Why Divine Wrath Will Fall on Israel and America, by Don Hank Students Go After the Hypocrites, by Eric Margolis Zionism's Expired Shelf-Life: Why Naomi Klein is right that it has become Pharaoh, by H. Scott Prosterman Craig Murray: Worse Than You Can Imagine Empire Managers Say Russia, China And Iran Are Tricking Students Into Opposing Genocide, by Caitlin Johnstone Peter Myers Digest: Columbia faculty walk out over Gaza "Kill All Arabs": The Feds Are Investigating UMass Amherst for Anti-Palestinian Bias, by Prem Thakker Gen Z wants peace for Pale…
(2024-04-27). American Federation of Teachers president Randi Weingarten promotes slander of Gaza protests as "antisemitic," covers for brutal government repression. wsws.org Weingarten, a member of the Democratic National Committee with close ties to the Clintons, "Genocide Joe" Biden and other war criminals, personifies the role of the AFL-CIO bureaucracy as a mouthpiece for US imperialism abroad and austerity at home.
(2024-04-27). Crackdowns on Protests Are Exposing Higher Ed's Complicity in Israel's Genocide. truthout.org As the Palestinian death toll in Gaza and the West Bank mounts daily, campus protests against Israel's genocidal war on Gaza continue to spread across the U.S., where students and faculty often face police crackdowns. Student activists from Pomona Divest from Apartheid in southern California, The Coalition for Mutual Liberation at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and Resist WashU in St. |
(2024-04-27). Columbia Students File Civil Rights Complaint After NYPD Arrests, National Guard Threat. indybay.org April 25, New York, NY — Today, Palestine Legal filed a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR), demanding an investigation into Columbia University's discriminatory treatment of Palestinian students and their allies, including by inviting NYPD officers in riot gear — for the first time in decades — to arrest over a hundred students peacefully protesting Israel's genocide last week.
(2024-04-27). Students at Australian universities form encampments to protest Gaza genocide. wsws.org "It's unsustainable because people are going to get more angry and they won't continue to support a government that is actively supporting genocide oversees while violently oppressing minorities and the working class in our own country."
(2024-04-27). NLG Condemns Attacks on Gaza Solidarity Encampments. indybay.org April 25th, 2024 – The National Lawyers Guild (NLG) unequivocally condemns the ongoing repression of pro-Palestinian activism taking place on university campuses across the country. The NLG is firm in its support for a free Palestine, and is against Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza and occupation of the West Bank. The violent and unprovoked attacks by police on student encampments at Columbia, Yale, NYU, University of Southern California, Emory, University of Texas, and other universities exhibit a dangerous overreach against students' 1st Amendment rights and further illustrates our country's spiral into a surv…
(2024-04-27). Sonoma State University Launches Gaza Solidarity Encampment. indybay.org On April 26, students at Sonoma State University launched a Gaza solidarity encampment on Person Lawn. SSU Students for Justice in Palestine has published the solidarity encampment's demands on their Instagram page, and announced: "We have a beautiful and strong community surrounding us. Join us & stand for a PERMANENT ceasefire now!" Students are calling for support, and say they need the following items: tents, water bottles, and a PA system/speaker.
(2024-04-27). Russia-India Signs Agreement to Operate Large Research Hub in New Delhi. infobrics.org The Higher School of Economics (HSE) and the University of Delhi entered into an agreement on strategic cooperation and joint actions…
(2024-04-27). Is the Gaza-Israel Fighting "A False Flag"? They Let It Happen? Their Objective Is "to Wipe Gaza Off the Map"? globalresearch.ca "Anyone who wants to thwart the establishment of a Palestinian state has to support bolstering Hamas and transferring money to Hamas. This is part of our strategy". Benjamin Netanyahu…
(2024-04-27). Argentine Student Movement Erupts Against Milei's Adjustment. orinocotribune.com Thousands mobilize in Buenos Aires against budget cuts to higher education and to preserve the public university system | "We do not want them to take away our dreams. Our future does not belong to them," said the president of the Argentine University Federation (FUA), Piera Fernández de Piccolini, to an overflowing Plaza de Mayo during the march in defense of public universities on April 23. The protest organized by student groups and educators unions was also supported by labor unions and left parties. | At the Plaza, hundreds of thousands chanted: "The country is not for sale!" | "Education is a fundamental hu…
(2024-04-27). Africa's National Liberation Struggles Brought Democracy To Europe. popularresistance.org Fifty years ago, on 25 April 1974, the people of Portugal took to the streets of their cities and towns in enormous numbers to overthrow the fascist dictatorship of the Estado Novo ('New State'), formally established in 1926. Fascist Portugal — led first by António de Oliveira Salazar until 1968 and then by Marcelo Caetano — was welcomed into the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in 1949, the United Nations in 1955, and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development in 1961 and signed a pact with the European Economic Community in 1972.
(2024-04-27). What Latin American Scientists Have Won a Nobel Prize. telesurenglish.net Latin American scientists have made important contributions to science throughout history, although the number of Nobel Prize winners in the region has been relatively low compared to other parts of the world. However, those who have been awarded have left a significant legacy in various fields. | RELATED: | The first Latin American scientist to win the high distinction was Bernardo A. Houssay, in Physiology and Medicine…
(2024-04-27). "How Dare You?" Alternative Perspectives on "Non-Existent" Human-Generated Climate Change. globalresearch.ca
(2024-04-27). Stockholm's Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Supports NATO with Mainly NATO Countries' Funding. Jan Oberg. globalresearch.ca
(2024-04-27). At UCB, the Encampment and a Free Palestine with UCSF Dr. Marya Rupa & Student. indybay.org At the UCB encampment UCSF Dr. Marya Rupa with Do No Harm and a UCB student talk about the encampment and the issue of Palestine…
(2024-04-27). Stanford Launches Gaza Solidarity Encampment. indybay.org On Thursday afternoon, Students at Stanford University launched an encampment at White Plaza in solidarity with the people of Palestine. Later on Thursday evening, student organizers issued a call to all Bay Area residents to come to White Plaza for support.
(2024-04-27). Stanford U. Encampment in Second Day. indybay.org Stanford administration is using police to intimidate students into leaving pro-Palestine encampment. Students are being supported by community and alumni.
(2024-04-27). Sunday 4/28: Webinar: Know Your Rights for College Students. indybay.org
(2024-04-27). Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU): A centre for educational excellence. muslimmirror.com By Dr. S. Mohammad Fayez Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) has significantly influenced the educational landscape of India over the last two decades. The institution's overarching objective extends beyond the mere provision of quality education in Urdu, encompassing a broader vision acknowledged nationally. Within the societal fabric of India, there exists a demography characterized …
(2024-04-27). Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU): A centre for educational excellence. muslimmirror.com By Dr. S. Mohammad Fayez Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) has significantly influenced the educational landscape of India over the last two decades. The institution's overarching objective extends beyond the mere provision of quality education in Urdu, encompassing a broader vision acknowledged nationally. Within the societal fabric of India, there exists a demography characterized …
(2024-04-27). Marching for Millennia: Discovering the Tapirs — Earth's Prehistoric Wanderers. pressenza.com 
by: Assaf Levy, April 27th is marked on the calendars of wildlife enthusiasts around the globe for a special reason—it's World Tapir Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the tapir, one of the most unusual and ancient creatures still roaming the earth. Celebrated since 2008, World Tapir Day highlights the importance of tapir conservation, drawing attention to the challenges these creatures face, including habitat loss and poaching. The day encourages education and action across international lines, fostering a global commitment to preserving these mag…
(2024-04-27). China Astronaut Research and Training Centre to conduct medical experiments on the Tiangong space station. tvbrics.com 
This will be conducted during the Shenzhou-18 crewed mission…
(2024-04-27). Brazilian federal education strikes expose broad attacks by Lula government. wsws.org The financial markets have hailed the Lula government as its reactionary character has been exposed.
(2024-04-27). "Hands off Students' Rights": Student parliament at Humboldt University rejects law targeting critical students. wsws.org The adopted motion stated that the Berlin Senate's draft law "stands in the tradition of the expulsion of politically unwelcome students" and aims to criminalise "legitimate democratic protest culture at universities."
(2024-04-27). Healthcare innovators vie for top prize at Walleye Tank. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The house was full for the March 15 Walleye Tank competition – Photo courtesy of Jeff Newman On March 15, in an auditorium packed with colleagues, students and supporters, 13 innovators gathered on the University of Minnesota campus for the 2024 Walleye Tank Spring Opener. With adrenaline-fueled pitches, the contestants took the stage, aiming to capture the attention of a panel of judges and secure funding for their innovations. From a care coordination platform to…
(2024-04-27). Mayo Clinic RegenBio Summit 2024 registration opens, keynotes announced. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Gene editing, gene therapy and tissue engineering are emerging regenerative biotherapies that are on the cusp of transforming medical care. RegenBio Summit: Transforming Next-Gen Biotherapeutics 2024, will focus on accelerating technologies from concept to reality for patients in need of new healing options. Register now to join physicians, scientists, general healthcare staff, industry leaders and students from Dec. 9 to 11 at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Regenerative biotherapies…
(2024-04-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treatment and research of glioblastoma. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Considered the most aggressive type of brain cancer, glioblastoma grows rapidly, destroying healthy tissue. Globally, approximately 300,000 people are diagnosed each year with glioblastoma. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/DP7p09z_mOY Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Glioblastoma is a type of cancer affecting glial cells, which connect nerve cells and support brain function. "It tends to be a…
(2024-04-27). Correspondence] Integrating gender into cancer research. thelancet.com As cancer epidemiologists, we support the recommendations of The Lancet Commission on women, power, and cancer,1 which emphasised favourable structural contexts, routine data collection, and the prioritisation of research. Regularly collecting data on sex, gender, and socioeconomic factors in cancer statistics is essential for understanding health inequalities among populations. Providing these indicators enables health-care practitioners to personalise health care according to the specific needs of these populations.
(2024-04-27). Correspondence] Tonsillectomy for recurrent tonsillitis: the NATTINA trial — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We welcome the enthusiasm of fellow researchers to explore other aspects of recurrent tonsil disease in adults and comment on our Article.1 Christopher R Jones and colleagues highlight the putative association between tonsillectomy rates, tonsillitis admission, and invasive group A streptococcus incidence in children.2 It is impossible for us to suggest how improved and timely access to tonsillectomy could affect societal levels of invasive group A streptococcus but the trends in tonsillectomy rates are clear.
(2024-04-27). China plans mission to bring Martian soil to Earth. ecns.cn China is likely to become the first country to bring Martian soil back to Earth in an ambitious science and engineering endeavor, according to a top space scientist.
(2024-04-27). Know the signs of irritable bowel syndrome. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org April is IBS Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. Research suggests that about 12% of people in the U.S. have irritable bowel syndrome, and it's more common among women than men and in people younger than 50, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic condition that affects the large intestine. Even though the digestive…
(2024-04-27). Germany president's Gaza roundtable without any Palestinians. newarab.com 
The event titled 'How do we talk about the war in the Middle East?' will see Germany's president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, discussing the topic with Meron Mendel, director of the Anne Frank Educational Centre, journalist and podcaster Tilo Jung and Melody Sucharewicz, a political advisor and expert on German-Israeli relations. | However, many critics have noticed the absence of Palestini…
(2024-04-27). Mass casualties feared as RSF encircles Sudan's Al-Fashir. newarab.com 
The capital of the Sudanese state Sudanese activists and international researchers warned on Thursday that the city of
(2024-04-27). Student protests: From Vietnam to Palestine. newarab.com 
The recent Whether pushing back against international conflicts or fighting for social justice on their turf, student activists have consistently been at the forefront of societal transformation. | The Vietnam Era: A turning point in student activism: | Let's rew…
(2024-04-27). Columbia-style Gaza student protest at Paris' Sciences Po. newarab.com 
(2024-04-27). US pro-Palestine student protests face heavy police response. newarab.com 
(2024-04-27). Inside Columbia's pro-Palestinian student encampment. newarab.com 
Less than two weeks into Upon arriving at the subway stop for the university on Thursday, there is a clear level of elevated security, with yellow police tape and what appears to be additional security measures around campus. | At the same time, on a warm spring day, the street outside the university gat…
(2024-04-27). Bernie Sanders rebuts Netanyahu over US student protests. newarab.com 
(2024-04-27). Students in Tehran rally to support Gaza solidarity demos in US. presstv.ir Students and staff of Tehran University have held a rally in support of growing protests on US university campuses where students have erected encampments to demand action to end Israel's war on Gaza.
(2024-04-27). Iran: US lacks competence to comment on human rights, freedom of expression. presstv.ir Iran says the US lacks the moral competence to comment on human rights and freedom of expression.
(2024-04-27). Iran: US lacks competence to comment on human rights, freedom of expression. presstv.ir Iran says the US lacks the moral competence to comment on human rights and freedom of expression.
(2024-04-27). US campus protests: Over 100 imams, scholars declare solidarity with students. presstv.ir They said anti war protests on campuses could inspire further actions towards a just and equitable world.
(2024-04-27). Pro-Palestine demos spread to Europe as students occupy campus in Paris. presstv.ir Students in Paris blocked access to a campus building at a French university on Friday, as pro-Palestine demonstrations reach Europe.
Workers World is in full support of the heroic U.S. student uprising that has mushroomed in the form of Gaza solidarity encampments. This national uprising was sparked on April 17, Palestinian Prisoners' Day, by Columbia University students in Harlem, New York, demanding that this Ivy League school divest all its . . . | 
"We, the students of Gaza, salute the students of Columbia University, Yale University, New York University, Rutgers University, the University of Michigan, and dozens of universities across the United States who are rising up in solidarity with Gaza and to put an end to the Zionist-US genocide against our people in Gaza," wrote the Student Frameworks Secretariat, composed of a variety of student organizations part of larger resistance groups and left parties—including but not limited to the Islamic Resistance Movement, the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine, the Islamic Jihad Movement in Pale…
Students from UPenn, Drexel, and Temple at the encampment are demanding that UPenn discloses its investments, divests from corporations that profit from Israel's genocide, and defends Palestinians students and their allies.
A Yale graduate student and campus organizer talks to Mondoweiss about the school's encampment protest and the school's connection to Israel's genocide.
Listen to a reading of this article (reading by Tim Foley): | Empire managers and propagandists are losing their minds about student protests against the genocide in Gaza on university campuses, so naturally we're seeing a mad push to frame this as the result of interference by Russia, China, Iran and Hamas. These demented conspiracies of foreign influence come even as Israel's prime minister openly calls for the US government to quash the university protests by any means necessary. | In 
Alumni of Rice University Students for Justice in Palestine are condemning the university for suppressing a campus vote on divesting from the Gaza genocide.
As more campuses join the protests against Israel's continuing engagement in war crimes in Gaza, one common thread runs through the student demands — divest from supplying the Netanyahu government and the IDF with weapons of mass destruction. What compels many of these youthful demonstrators to occupy the public spaces and offices of their universities 
As a wave of student protests against Israel's war on Gaza continues to spread from coast to coast, schools and law enforcement have responded with increasing brutality to campus encampments. One of the most violent police crackdowns took place at Emory University in Atlanta on Thursday, when local and state police swept onto the campus just hours after students had set up tents on the quad in protest against Israel's war on Gaza as well as the planned police training center known as Cop City. Police used tear gas and stun guns to break up the encampment as they wrestled people to the ground, and are…
On Wednesday evening, students at Sciences Po Paris established the first university encampment for Palestine in France, before being forcibly removed by riot police. The students promise the movement will continue.
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The draft ESF, aimed at updating ADB's safeguards policies, is being met with opposition from civil society groups due to a wide range of critical shortcomings, including: | Lack of Clear Lines of Accountability | Lack of Clarity Related to the Stakeholder Engagement | Lack of Human Rights Approach | Weakened Environmental and Social Protections | Gender Consideration Dilution | Climate Change standards that fail to stand up to climate science | Opaque Financial Intermediary Lending | In light of these grave concerns, the NGO Forum on ADB and the Asian Peoples Movement on Debt and Development (APMDD) together wit…
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University dons have renewed calls for government to provide scholarships for PhD (Doctor of Philsophy) students. This was during the opening day of the annual forum for graduate research and policy dialogue held at Makerere University's Yusuf Lule Teaching Facility on Thursday. Makerere is organizing the two-day event …
Booklets intended for The fair's director, Mohamed Salah Kadri, told AFP that the sex education pamphlets had been withdrawn by representatives of the