Mauritian PM Labels UK and U.S. ‘Hypocrites’ Over Chagos Islands Dispute
The International Court of Justice passed a judgment in favor of Mauritius’ claim of ownership of the archipelago in February 2019, but Britain has refused to implement it.
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The Sino-Russian Alliance Comes of Age — Part 3
The leaderships in Moscow and Beijing have clearly done their homework while building their alliance attuned to the 21st century.
Why We Focus on Africa
Africa can’t demonstrate independence and power because the entire continent has a giant U.S. military boot on its neck.
Time’s Most Influential Indigenous Activist: ‘Capitalism Destroys The Whole Planet’
Nemonte Nenquimo, lauded by Leonardo DiCaprio for her work protecting Ecuador’s Amazon, speaks about her life, activism and motherhood.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF): an ABC
The IMF, along with the World Bank, is dominated by the USA and a few allied major powers who work to generalize policies that run counter to the interests of the world’s populations.
Work or Toil in the Pandemic
Technology does not deliver a “happy life” (Smith) or “abundant leisure” (Keynes). Mechanisation under capitalism has actually led to more ’bullshit jobs’ that destroy creativity and meaningful work, while increasing toil.
When Confronted by Us Hungry Bellies, the Imperialists Reach for Their Guns
Many seeds are being planted by our movements. We need to water them, to tend to them, to make sure that they bloom…. Only when it is dark enough can you see the stars. It is now dark enough.
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Covid-19 Pandemic has Proved that Free Market Policies have Failed, Says Pope
Pope Francis has presented his blueprint for a post-COVID-19 world, covering a vast number of issues from fraternity and income inequality to immigration and social injustice.
Historic General Strike in South Africa Sees Workers Raise Issues of Corruption, Job Loss
The strike was called by the Congress of South African Trade Unions and was joined by the South African Federation of Trade Unions and other organizations. It may set the stage for a new phase of working class unity.
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US Refuses to Recognize Cuba’s Medical Efforts As it Will Show Socialist System Works
As clamor grows for Cuban doctors to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for their international work during the pandemic, the US continues to oppose their efforts. It cannot be seen to endorse the idea that the socialist system works.