(2023-02-09). No More Charter Schools in New York State. dissidentvoice.org 
Since 1998 charter schools in New York state have deprived under-funded public schools of billions of dollars and greatly enriched the private interests that operate these segregated schools. Not surprisingly, poor academic performance, regular school closings, corruption, scandal, and controversy have been the norm in the crisis-prone charter school sector in New York State for …
(2023-02-10). New Round of National Strike Begins in Perú (+Militarization). orinocotribune.com This Thursday, February 9, the General Confederation of Workers of Perú (CGTP) began a massive new national workers' strike, that continues to gain the support of more and more organizations throughout the country. The call of the largest Peruvian union network aims for the resignation of de facto ruler Dina Boluarte, the establishment of a transitional government, general elections, a constituent referendum, and the cessation of the murders of the citizens in protest. | More organizations joining the strike | On Wednesday, the Unitary Union of Education Workers of Perú (SUTEP) joined. "Teachers and educational a…
(2023-02-09). WorkWeek UK Workers Strike, Rally To Defend Laguna Honda Hospital & 1937 Flint Meeting. indybay.org WorkWeek hears from UK education workers and others marching and striking throughout the country. We also hear speakers who attended a rally against the discharges of patients and residents of San Francisco Laguna Honda hospital which is run by the City. Twelve have already died and San Francisco City officials responsible for the deaths are blaming the the state & | federal government.
(2023-02-09). Tax Docs Link Right-Wing "Parents Group" to Leonard Leo's Dark Money Network. truthout.org Right-wing operatives are increasing their attacks on U.S. public education with an expanding number of legal complaints to censor books and target teachers on an array of issues —preventing them from teaching U.S. history accurately, treating LGBTQ+ students with the respect they deserve, and forming support groups for kids and teachers of color. These attacks will likely continue to escalate… |
(2023-02-09). No More Charter Schools in New York State. dissidentvoice.org Since 1998 charter schools in New York state have deprived under-funded public schools of billions of dollars and greatly enriched the private interests that operate these segregated schools. Not surprisingly, poor academic performance, regular school closings, corruption, scandal, and controversy have been the norm in the crisis-prone charter school sector in New York State for …
(2023-02-10). New Round of National Strike Begins in Perú (+Militarization). orinocotribune.com This Thursday, February 9, the General Confederation of Workers of Perú (CGTP) began a massive new national workers' strike, that continues to gain the support of more and more organizations throughout the country. The call of the largest Peruvian union network aims for the resignation of de facto ruler Dina Boluarte, the establishment of a transitional government, general elections, a constituent referendum, and the cessation of the murders of the citizens in protest. | More organizations joining the strike | On Wednesday, the Unitary Union of Education Workers of Perú (SUTEP) joined. "Teachers and educational a…
(2023-02-09). WorkWeek UK Workers Strike, Rally To Defend Laguna Honda Hospital & 1937 Flint Meeting. indybay.org WorkWeek hears from UK education workers and others marching and striking throughout the country. We also hear speakers who attended a rally against the discharges of patients and residents of San Francisco Laguna Honda hospital which is run by the City. Twelve have already died and San Francisco City officials responsible for the deaths are blaming the the state & | federal government.
(2023-02-09). Tax Docs Link Right-Wing "Parents Group" to Leonard Leo's Dark Money Network. truthout.org Right-wing operatives are increasing their attacks on U.S. public education with an expanding number of legal complaints to censor books and target teachers on an array of issues —preventing them from teaching U.S. history accurately, treating LGBTQ+ students with the respect they deserve, and forming support groups for kids and teachers of color. These attacks will likely continue to escalate… |
(2023-02-09). Peru: National Strike Becomes Stronger With Over 200 Unions. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Unitary Union of Education Workers of Peru (SUTEP), the Federation of Civil Construction Workers of Peru (FTCCP) and 200 subnational unions ratified their participation in the strike called by the General Central of Workers of Peru (CGTP) this week. | RELATED: | Workers, farmers, and students continue to demand the resignation of President Dina Boluarte, the dissolution of Congress, the call for early…
(2023-02-09). New plant species found in SW China. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have discovered a new species of Begonia in southwest China's Yunnan Province, according to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
(2023-02-09). Chinese researchers reveal how silkworms form green cocoons. ecns.cn A Chinese research team from Southwest University has revealed the genetic mechanism behind the green color of some silkworm cocoons, marking a new discovery in the field of biological coloration.
(2023-02-09). Analysis of COVID-19 samples in Beijing reflects no novel variants emerged during China's recent outbreak: research. ecns.cn The sequencing of new COVID-19 samples in Beijing taken in November and December in 2022 reflected that no novel variants have emerged during China's recent COVID-19 outbreak, according to research published on The Lancet by a leading Chinese research team.
(2023-02-09). U.S. Strategic Interest in Ukraine: Control over Extensive Titanium Reserves. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Why'd the CIA Chief Unexpectedly Tell the Truth About Russian-Chinese Ties? globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). 'Sciencism' Is Religious Fundamentalism by Another Name. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). George Soros Can Influence Global Media with Ties to at Least 253 Organizations, Study Finds. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). NATO Soldiers Are fighting in Ukraine as Mercenaries: Austrian Colonel. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Latest mRNA Vaccine for RSV Wins Expedited Review. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). America's "Rules-based International Order": U.S. Attempt to Control Russia and China, Replace U.N. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Selected Articles: Prediction of a Disenchanted World "Inside the Iron Cage" globalresearch.ca 
By This is one of those stories hard to believe. When I first heard it, I thought it was a joke, some sort of parable, …
(2023-02-09). Western Powers 'Blocked' Ceasefire Early in Ukraine War: Former Israeli PM Bennett. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Video: Twitter Files and the Death of Russiagate. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Distract, Divide and Conquer: The Painful Truth About the State of Our Union. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Israel Must be Held Accountable by the International Community. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Assessing the Dangers: Emerging Military Technologies and Nuclear (In)Stability. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). Turkey-Syria Earthquake: Is This An Act of Terror? No Evidence Sofar. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). "The Threat of Woke-ism to Academic Freedom" globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-09). The effects of THC and CBD do not differ between adults and adolescents. healtheuropa.com 
Researchers from University College London (UCL) found no difference in the effects of THC and CBD on regular cannabis users of different ages. The observational study examined 24 adolescent participants (16-17 years old) and 24 adult participants (26-29 years old), all of whom were already regular users of cannabis. Over the course of three weeks, …
(2023-02-09). Exposure to PM2.5 is increasing the blood pressure of UK teenagers. healtheuropa.com 
A study has found long-term exposure to airborne PM2.5 particles in increasing the blood pressure of teenagers in the UK. Researchers also found a link between high levels of nitrogen dioxide exposure and lower blood pressure in teenagers. The study examined the possible effects of long-term exposure to air pollution in children and teenagers across …
(2023-02-09). Researchers suggest changes to haemophilia treatment. healtheuropa.com 
Findings from two University Hospital Bonn studies could lead to significant changes in haemophilia treatment. Haemophilia A, which almost exclusively affects males, is the most common form of haemophilia. The disease can usually be treated easily; however, treatment can be ineffective in some patients. Two recent studies from the Haemophilia Centre of the University Hospital …
(2023-02-09). Seymour Hersh: The CIA Is Filled with Criminals. globalresearch.ca Important article by Seymour Hersh, first published by Global Research on June 7, 2018 | *** | When a reporter has covered 50 years of American foreign policy disasters, the last great untold story may be his own. | That, more or …
(2023-02-09). We Are Already at War with Russia. Never-ending Escalation Will Result in Catastrophe. globalresearch.ca
(2023-02-11). [World Report] US plan to shield science from "inappropriate influence" thelancet.com The Biden administration is launching a new initiative on scientific integrity in federal agencies following multiple lapses. Susan Jaffe reports from Washington, DC.
(2023-02-09). UK association to Horizon Europe remains best outcome, says President Brady. imperial.ac.uk President Hugh Brady called for UK association to Horizon Europe to be finalised, as he met science leaders, policymakers and alumni in Brussels.
(2023-02-10). China's CPI up 2.1 pct in January. ecns.cn China's consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, rose 2.1 percent year on year in January, the National Bureau of Statistics said Friday.
(2023-02-10). China's PPI down 0.8 pct in January. ecns.cn China's producer price index (PPI), which measures costs for goods at the factory gate, went down 0.8 percent year on year in January, the National Bureau of Statistics said Friday.
(2023-02-09). Germany's Inflation in January Rises to 8.7 Pct: Destatis. telesurenglish.net Following two months of decline, inflation in Germany increased to 8.7 percent in January, according to preliminary figures published by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) on Thursday. | Inflation in Europe's largest economy hit 10.4 percent in October last year and fell to 8.6 percent in December, according to official figures. | RELATED: | "Although the peak has probably been passed, it is premature to sound the all-clear," said Fritzi Koehler-Ge…
(2023-02-10). Schools can hire sports coaches, guideline says. ecns.cn Schools and universities can hire coaches to offer athletic guidance to students and alleviate the shortage of sports teachers, a new guideline said on Friday.
(2023-02-10). Temple University rescinds health care and tuition remission for 7 striking grad students. wsws.org University officials are provocatively demanding that striking grad students pay tuition and their health care costs.
(2023-02-10). In budget talks with Biden: Republicans target food stamps, student loans for cuts. wsws.org The barbaric proposals come in response to Biden's invitation to the Republicans to submit their own plans for spending cuts.
(2023-02-09). Daily Round-up | Hundreds of thousands protest pension reforms in France & other stories. peoplesdispatch.org In today's episode, we bring you stories of another massive protest in France against pension reforms, illegal miners fleeing Indigenous lands in Brazil, the UN seeking to revive peace talks in Libya, and the Republicans moving against student debt waiver in the US…
(2023-02-09). Anti-Semitic Students for Justice in Palestine Venerate a Cop Killer. americanthinker.com Who let these people into our country?>
(2023-02-09). "We are not replaceable!": Woburn, MA educators win strike. liberationnews.org 
After 5 days on strike, the workers of the Woburn Teachers Association have won a contract that includes significant pay increases for teachers and paraprofessionals and smaller class sizes for 4th and 5th grade students.
(2023-02-09). State Lawmakers Must Protect the Cultural and Religious Expression of Indigenous Students. aclu.org "I hadn't felt that powerful before that moment, standing up with my diploma, with my Native cap on and then shaking my principal's hand." | These are the Efforts to stop students from wearing tribal regalia can't be viewed in a vacuum. Indigenous students have long been mistreated and disadvant…
(2023-02-09). Striking Temple graduate worker: University's 'progressive' reputation doesn't extend to labor relations. peoplesworld.org 
Raegan Davis is a graduate worker currently on strike at Temple University and a member of the Temple University Graduate Student Association (AFT Local 6290). PHILADELPHIA—If you walk around the campus of Temple University, you are treated to all the trappings of an institution committed to progress. Social media accounts highlight distinguished alumni who have …
(2023-02-09). Hillcrest Students Stage Walkout In Protest Over Restrictions Placed On Black History Month Program. newsone.com 
(2023-02-09). GOP Targets Food Aid, Student Debt Relief, and More for Debt Ceiling Deal. truthout.org Republicans on the House Budget Committee offered a preview Wednesday of the programs they're looking to cut or overhaul as part of any agreement to lift the debt ceiling, a target list that includes food aid for low-income families, climate justice and electric vehicle funding, student debt relief, and Affordable Care Act subsidies. The proposed cuts were outlined in a press release issued by Rep. |
(2023-02-09). Missouri Republicans Consider "Don't Say Gay" Bill That's Worse Than Florida's. truthout.org A Republican-sponsored bill in the Missouri state legislature would forbid teachers, administrators and staff from discussing LGBTQ topics in schools, enforcing restrictions that go far beyond the infamous "Don't Say Gay" law in Florida. Senate Bill 134, sponsored by state Sen. Mike Moon (R), bars any discussion of LGBTQ issues in schools and forbids LGBTQ students from discussing problems at home… |
(2023-02-09). Ohio School Under Fire After Showing Ape Eating Watermelon During Black History Month Reading. newsone.com 
A teacher at Bexley Middle School was placed on leave after an image of an orangutan eating watermelon appeared behind students reading morning announcements.
(2023-02-09). 4,000 teachers take part in warning strike in Berlin as mistrust of GEW trade union grows. wsws.org Due to the widespread indignation among teachers about the unsustainable conditions in the schools and the far too large classes, the GEW has already been forced eight times in recent months to hold similar protest actions.
(2023-02-09). Lessons from the Teachers' Strikes. mronline.org 
In 2012, the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) went on strike. That marked the beginning of a wave of job actions that would reach West Virginia, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Arizona, Los Angeles, and other cities and states before returning to Chicago in 2019.
(2023-02-09). Thursday, February 16: Free Mumia Abu Jamal! popularresistance.org This is the hour to fight for Mumia's freedom. On Thursday, Feb. 16th, longshore workers in ILWU Local 10 will shut down the Ports of Oakland and San Francisco to demand freedom for Mumia Abu-Jamal. | Mumia was framed for killing a police officer. With Tyree Nichols' murder, we know who the real criminals are! Other actions are being organized for Feb. 16: Unions in South Africa will demonstrate in Pretoria at the U.S. Embassy, and in Durban at the U.S. Consulate. Railroad workers in Japan (in the Doro-Chiba union) will organize a demonstration for Mumia in front of the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo. Bay Area teachers wi…
(2023-02-09). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Rail workers, teachers and nurses strike in Portugal over cost of living crisis; retail and technology workers walk out in Finland as Industrial union ends industrial workers' strike with below-inflation pay deal; rail and bus workers begin five-day strike in the Netherlands against below inflation pay offer; university academics join UK strike wave as 100,000 civil servants plan national strike on budget day; Israeli secondary school teachers' warning strike over pay as protests continue including calls for a general strike over judicial reforms…
