(2023-10-01). Russia in talks with Azerbaijan about its peacekeeping mission in Nagorno-Karabakh. infobrics.org The Armenians have excluded themselves from dialogue with Russia and relations only tend to get worse.
(2023-10-01). Iran to join BRICS PAY to dodge problems caused by SWIFT. presstv.ir Iran's parliament speaker says the country will join BRICS Pay to boost its banking ties with allies.
(2023-10-01). DPRK nuclear development. presstv.ir North Korean leader Kim Jong-un asserts ongoing nuclear development is in response to the "worst threat" posed by the US and its regional allies, South Korea and Japan.
(2023-10-01). Blood of thousands of Americans, Iraqis stains Sen. Feinstein's soul: Ex-US official. presstv.ir An analyst says the blood of thousands of Americans and hundreds of thousands of Iraqis stain the soul of US Senator Dianne Feinstein, because she was aware that Iraq did not possess weapons of mass destruction and yet authorized the war.
(2023-10-01). UK PM Sunak says there are no plans for now to send British troops to Ukraine. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). "It feels like the apocalypse" internationalviewpoint.org "The Russian Socialist Movement statement called on Azerbaijan to immediately cease hostilities and open negotiations without any preconditions, and on the international community to immediately impose sanctions against the leadership of Azerbaijan." | – | / |
(2023-10-01). Report: Area near Damascus targeted in fresh Israeli aggression. presstv.ir Israel reportedly carried out new aerial aggression near the Syrian capital of Damascus.
(2023-10-01). Canadian Oligarchy: How the Super-Rich Rule "Socialized" Healthcare. libya360.wordpress.com Miranda Schreiber At the intersection of College St. and University St. in Toronto, six hospitals crowd together over five blocks. Although they are public institutions, most of their various departments are named by both speciality and private donor. In fact, nearly every center for care, research center, 'wellness gallery,' and atrium — even the nearby…
(2023-10-01). Files Expose Syrian 'Revolution' as Western Regime Change Operation. orinocotribune.com 
By Kit Klarenberg — Sep 27, 2023 | Throughout August and September, anti-government protests have rocked Syrian cities. While the crowds are typically small, numbering only a few hundred, they show little sign of abating. Demonstrators are motivated by
(2023-10-01). Mahmoud Abbas: A Global Betrayal Of Palestine's Struggle For Justice. popularresistance.org The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has primarily been a demonstration of a world that has turned its back on Palestine and is determined to allow the wholesale killing of Palestinians to go on uninterrupted. Sadly, there was no one to represent the Palestinian people. Tragically, Mahmoud Abbas, a man who stands at the head of an organization that enables the ongoing suffering of the Palestinian people, was introduced as the "President of the State of Palestine." | Abbas' performance was a farce. He resorted to language that was outdated and irrelevant. His remarks constituted little more than begging for…
(2023-10-01). UK & France Should Relinquish Permanent UN Seats. libya360.wordpress.com Vijay Prashad Pamela Singh, India, "Treasure Map 006," 2014—15. The colonial past sits heavily on the present. The colonisers' power remains intact, with the Banque de France and the Bank of England remaining repositories of the wealth stolen from the colonies. What gives these old colonial powers, Britain and France, permission to remain overlords of…
(2023-10-01). (W.E. Talk) Flora Botton: Why should people know about ancient China and modern China as a whole. ecns.cn Flora Botton Beja, 90 years old, the founder and leader of Sinology in Mexico and even Latin America, has been engaged in China studies for 60 years and has students all over Latin America. She is now a professor at the Center for Asian and African Studies at the College of Mexico.
(2023-10-01). Indonesia to launch China-funded high-speed rail, first in Southeast Asia. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). China new home prices tick up in Sept, ending four-month decline – survey. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). China's factory activity recovery slows in September – Caixin PMI. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). China's services activity expands at slowest pace this year – Caixin PMI. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Games-S Korea beat China for badminton gold, but hosts gain shooting world record. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Tears as South Korea whitewash China for 'precious' badminton gold. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Pro-China candidate wins Maldives presidency. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Hong Kong celebrates National Day with flags, banners. ecns.cn China's national flags and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) flags were hung on a pedestrian bridge in Admiralty, Hong Kong SAR on Friday.
(2023-10-01). Chinese culture wows Asian Games athletes on Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn The Mid-Autumn Festival this year coincided with the ongoing 19th Asian Games on Friday, creating a unique atmosphere for athletes to experience Chinese culture in east China's Zhejiang Province.
(2023-10-01). Consultation helps take ties 'step forward'. ecns.cn Analysts said Beijing and Washington "made one step forward" this week in advancing working-level pragmatic discussions on managing differences, as senior diplomats from both sides convened in Washington DC for a China-US consultation on Asia-Pacific affairs, which was the first of its kind.
(2023-10-01). Why the Afghanistan embassy in India has shut down. firstpost.com 
Big changes are happening on the diplomatic front in India. While all attention is on the stand-off with Canada, something is brewing with Afghanistan. The Afghan embassy in New Delhi has close its operations from 1 October. | The embassy was run by diplomats from the earlier government. There was an ongoing power tussle between the Taliban regime, which took over Kabul two years ago, and its predecessor, the democratically elected Afghan government led by Ashraf Ghani. | "It is with profound sadness, regret, and disappointment that the Embassy of Afghanistan in New Delhi announces this decision to cease its oper…
(2023-10-01). Iraq wedding fire caused by 'gross negligence', probe finds. middleeasteye.net 
Iraq wedding fire caused by 'gross negligence', probe finds | Government investigation blamed blaze, which killed over 100, on poor safety measures and venue allowing in over twice maximum guest capacity | Sun, 10/01/2023 – 15: 40 | Firefighters check the damage in an event hall in Qaraqosh, also known as Hamdaniyah, after a fire broke out during a wedding on 27 September 2023 (AFP) | A fire at a weddin…
(2023-10-01). Turkey: Bomb attack near parliament wounds police officers. middleeasteye.net 
Turkey: Bomb attack near parliament wounds police officers | Two 'terrorists' carried out attack in Ankara near government buildings, interior minister says | Sun, 10/01/2023 – 09: 07 | Police officers secure an area near the Interior Ministry following a bomb attack in Ankara, Turkey on 1 October 2023 (Reuters) | Two "terrorists" carried out a bomb attack, leaving both of them dead and wounding police…
(2023-10-01). Turkey: Bomb attack near parliament wounds police officers. middleeasteye.net Turkey: Bomb attack near parliament wounds police officers | Two 'terrorists' carried out attack in Ankara near government buildings, interior minister says | Sun, 10/01/2023 – 09: 07 | Police officers secure an area near the Interior Ministry following a bomb attack in Ankara, Turkey on 1 October 2023 (Reuters) | Two "terrorists" carried out a bomb attack, wounding police officers near government build…
(2023-10-01). Nagorno-Karabakh experiencing humanitarian crisis, says Pope Francis. plenglish.com Vatican City, Oct 1 (Prensa Latina) Pope Francis on Sunday called for talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia to restore peace in Nagorno-Karabakh, adding that the region was experiencing a humanitarian crisis.
(2023-10-01). UN mission arrives in Karabakh, first visit in 30 years: Azerbaijan. firstpost.com A UN delegation arrived in Nagorno-Karabakh on Sunday, according to Azerbaijan, after nearly the entire ethnic-Armenian population evacuated since Baku reclaimed the separatist province. | According to an Azerbaijani presidential official, a "UN mission arrived in Karabakh on Sunday morning" to examine humanitarian needs. | The international organisation has gotten access to the region for the first time in roughly 30 years. | Following a one-day Azerbaijani onslaught last week, the region's Armenian separatists decided to disarm, dissolve their government, and reintegrate with Baku. | The failure of Karabakh's b…
(2023-10-01). The taste of success. ecns.cn Signature Hangzhou dishes Dongpo Pork and Sister Song's Fish Soup are proving to be the athletes' favorites on the Asian Games menu, according to Ding Jiong, spokesperson for the Food Safety Operations Centre.
(2023-10-01). Indonesians pay tribute to victims of stadium crush, fires set on pitch. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). North Korea blames US for 'grave terrorist' act against Cuban embassy. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Vietnam confirms arrest of energy think tank chief. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). South Korea Sept exports fall at mildest pace in 12 months. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). About 1,900 BTO flats in Choa Chu Kang to be launched for sale in October exercise. channelnewsasia.com The 1,900 flats at Rail Green I and II @ CCK are among the 6,800 units to be offered in the Build-To-Order sales exercise in early October, says HDB.
(2023-10-01). Argentina claim the underdog status for Japan showdown. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Asian Games athletics official in stable condition after being hit by hammer. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Classy Australia look to find form at World Cup. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). England batting power gives them fighting chance. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Europe roaring towards Ryder Cup win after fast start in singles. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Fiji will not look past Portugal in quarter-final hunt. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Flawless Kudermetova stuns Pegula to claim Tokyo title. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Fleetwood secures Ryder Cup for Europe after brave US fightback. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Games-Yubol claims surprise golf gold for Thailand as Ashok crashes out. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Games-Yubol claims surprise golf gold for Thailand as Ashok crashes out. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). India out to end decade of hurt at home World Cup. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Manchester United win at Villa with late Williams goal in WSL opener. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Martin declared Japanese GP winner after heavy rain brings out red flag. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). North Korean footballers clash with referee after losing Asian Games quarter-final tie to Japan. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Players would pay to play in Ryder Cup, says Johnson. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). RKC goalkeeper Vaessen recovering after being knocked out in Ajax clash. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Rugby league-Super Cleary steers Penrith to third straight NRL title. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Sabalenka shines in first match as No 1, Vondrousova crashes in Beijing. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Singapore's Shanti Pereira tops 200m heats, qualifies for final at Asian Games. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Swiatek puts focus on improvement and not reclaiming top rank. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Technology will not make the sport error-free, says Spurs' Postecoglou. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). VAR officials replaced after offside error in Liverpool defeat. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Welteji and Kessler set world records to win road mile titles. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Wing Graham revelling in Scotland's attacking approach. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Teens and social media: What advice do young people have for fellow teens and their worried parents? channelnewsasia.com Parents and public health experts have a lot to say about what adolescent girls do on their phones. We asked teens to weigh in.
(2023-10-01). Building a business that also helps underprivileged women 'an uphill task' but these Singaporeans have done it. channelnewsasia.com Is it possible to balance purpose and profit? The solopreneurs behind local brands Books Beyond Borders and Studio Gypsied tell CNA Women what it's like to build a business dedicated to promoting gender equity among disadvantaged women.
(2023-10-01). Australia swelters through 'scorching' heat lifting bushfire risk. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Iraq wedding fire caused by 'gross negligence', government investigation says. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). New York City's heavy rain is 'new normal' due to climate change, governor says. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Nightclub fire kills at least 13 in Murcia in Spain. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Top House Republican McCarthy vows to survive ouster threat for avoiding shutdown. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). GPS Spoofing: Deceptive GPS lead over 20 planes astray in Iran. firstpost.com In the past two weeks, more than 20 airline and corporate jets flying over Iran strayed from its intended path after they were led off course by deceptive GPS signals sent from the ground, overpowering the aircraft's own navigation systems. | These misleading GPS signals affected various aircraft, including Boeing 777s, 737s, and 747s. One such Boeing 777 was so significantly diverted from its route that the crew had to inquire with the Baghdad Air Traffic Control, asking, "What time is it, and where are we?" This revelation comes from a report by Ops Group, a flight data intelligence website. | Indian airlines s…
(2023-10-01). UK Gurudwara condemns targeting of Indian High Commissioner, accuses Khalistani activists of disturbing congregation. firstpost.com Glasgow Gurdwara Sunday condemned Khalistani activists' targeting of the Indian High Commissioner to the UK during his visit to the Sikh temple on Saturday. | The General Secretary of Glasgow Gurudwara, Prabhjot Kaur, issued a public statement condemning the radical Sikh activists who stopped the Indian High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami from entering the temple. She also alleged that the disruptors also disturbed the congregation at the Gurudwara even after the Indian High Commissioner left. | "Certain unknown individuals from outside the Glasgow area attempted to disrupt this visit. Following this, the visitin…
(2023-10-01). Iran Plans To Build Oil Refinery in Central Syria in Partnership With Venezuela. orinocotribune.com
(2023-10-01). North Korea blames US for 'grave terrorist' act against Cuban embassy. firstpost.com On Sunday, North Korea accused the US of allowing a "terrorist" act against Cuba to take place on US soil, claiming that a recent attack on the Cuban embassy in Washington was the product of "despicable anti-Cuban" US aims. | The US failed to assure the safety of the Cuban mission and was solely interested in including nations it hates, such as Cuba, on its list of state supporters of terrorism, according to a spokesman for North Korea's foreign ministry. | North Korea, Syria, and Iran are all on the State Department's list. | On September 24, an attacker used two Molotov cocktails to assault the embassy. There w…
(2023-10-01). Report: Saudis Determined to Get Defense Pact With US for Israel Normalization. news.antiwar.com Saudi Arabia is determined to secure a defense pact with the US in exchange for normalizing with Israel regardless of whether or not concessions are made to the Palestinians, Reuters reported Friday, citing regional sources. Riyadh is looking for a commitment from the US that it would defend Saudi Arabia if it comes under attack, …
(2023-10-01). One year after the murder of Jina Mahsa Amini and the "Woman, Life, Freedom" uprising. internationalviewpoint.org A point of view from the feminist solidarity movement in Brussels | – | / |
(2023-10-01). Cuba present at the Latin American Cultural Festival in Bucharest. plenglish.com At the headquarters of the National Museum of Romanian Literature, an important cultural institution, Cuba was presented with an online conference given by the National Literature Prize-winner Reynaldo Gonzalez. | The exhibition dealt with the origins of Cuban literature as a manifestation of national independence, an exhibition by Cuban photographer Sonia Almaguer Darna and Romanian photographer Miki Puran. | Plus, the film "Nido de Mantis", by Cuban director Arturo Sotto, was screened. There was also a reading of a chapter from a novel by author Vladimir Perez Casal as well as debates on elements of 19th centur…
(2023-10-01). Anti-imperialism of fools: The case of Imran Khan. internationalviewpoint.org "The politics of Khan have not benefitted anti-imperialism by an iota in Pakistan. On the contrary, his politics have gravely undermined, for the years to come, the gains made by the women's movement, democracy activism and the trade union struggles." | – | / |
(2023-10-01). 16 Pakistani beggars trying to travel to Saudi Arabia for begging arrested in Multan. firstpost.com Sixteen alleged Pakistani beggars disguised as pilgrims were offloaded from a Saudi Arabia-bound flight and arrested for trying to travel to the Gulf Kingdom to indulge in begging, according to a media report on Sunday. | The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) offloaded the beggars from the Saudi-bound flight in Multan in Punjab province two days back, the Dawn newspaper reported. | According to the FIA, the group comprising 16 persons, including a child, 11 women and four men, was travelling on Umrah visas. The Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca that can be undertaken at any time of the year. | The FIA offi…
(2023-10-01). A breath of the 2011 resistance in Syrian protest movement. internationalviewpoint.org "While the resilience and courage of the Sweida demonstrators are to be welcomed, only an extension of the protest movement to other regions can allow it to continue and represent a real challenge to the regime." | – | / |
(2023-10-01). Saudi Arabia is Trying to Pacify Palestinians While Opening the Gates of Normalization With Israel. orinocotribune.com By Rajab al-Madhun — Sep 27, 2023 | Just days after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman gave an interview about ongoing talks with Israel, it appears that the door to normalization is now wide open. At the same time that the Saudi Ambassador to the Palestinian Authority, Nayef al-Sudairi, arrived in the Palestinian territories to "reassure" the Palestinians about the Kingdom's position on Palestinian rights and to visit the Al-Aqsa Mosque, announcements poured in about Israeli ministers and Knesset leaders visiting the Kingdom. It began with the arrival of the Israeli Minister of Tourism Haim Katz on Sept…
(2023-10-01). Iran's president condemns twin bombings in Pakistan. presstv.ir Nearly 60 people were killed and more than 60 injured in Pakistan's southwestern province of Balochistan on Friday.
(2023-10-01). Japanese protesters rally against military expansion amid high inflation. presstv.ir Japanese protesters rally against military expansion amid high inflation and increasing pressure on people's livelihoods.
(2023-10-01). Iran calls for regional cooperation to help Afghanistan, preventing US return. presstv.ir A senior Iranian official has emphasized on the need to prevent the US from re-entering Afghanistan, urging the neighboring countries to enhance cooperation to help the country resolve its issues without relying on outside powers.
(2023-10-01). Yerevan says almost all ethnic Armenians flee Karabakh. presstv.ir More than 100,000 ethnic Armenians have fled the Nagorno-Karabakh region, Yerevan says.
(2023-10-01). Armenians take part in anti-government protest in central Yerevan. presstv.ir Armenians gather to take part in an anti-government protest in central Yerevan.
(2023-10-01). Iran Armed Forces ready for full cooperation with Pakistan in anti-terror fight. presstv.ir Iran's highest-ranking military commander says the country's Armed Forces are ready for all-out cooperation with Pakistan in anti-terror the battle.
(2023-10-01). Iran Navy to take delivery of new homegrown destroyer soon: Commander. presstv.ir Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the Iranian Navy will soon take delivery of the domestically-designed and manufactured Deylaman destroyer.
(2023-10-01). Israeli forces kill Hamas member during West Bank ambush. presstv.ir Israeli forces fatally wound Hamas member during ambush in the central part of the occupied West Bank.
(2023-10-01). Massive rallies against Israeli regime's policies drag into 39th straight week. presstv.ir Tens of thousands rally across the occupied territories for the 39th straight week against the hard-line Israeli cabinet's policies.
(2023-10-01). Assad: US has close partnership with Takfiri terrorists in Syria. presstv.ir President Assad says the US is in a close partnership with foreign-sponsored Takfiri terrorists operating in the northeastern part of Syria.
(2023-10-01). Hangzhou Asian Games. ecns.cn The Hangzhou Asian Games' program features a record number of 481 medal events, including non-Olympic sports that are popular in certain regions. The 12,417 athletes exceed the number at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and are expected to likewise surpass the figure at Paris 2024.
(2023-10-01). Iranian ace finds silver lining after gold rush. ecns.cn Although his Hangzhou medal was silver, following three consecutive golds at the past three editions of the Asian Games, Irani sanda (Chinese kickboxing) athlete Mohsen Mohammadseifi is still pleased and proud to become an inspiration for other practitioners of the combat sport.
(2023-10-01). Hangzhou breaks new ground and old records. ecns.cn The Olympic Council of Asia's acting president, Raja Randhir Singh, has applauded the Hangzhou Games' smooth operation and likened the 19th Asian Games to Olympic standards.
(2023-10-01). Asian Games lit up by lanterns on Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn After a busy day filled with interviews taking and stories writing at the Hangzhou Asian Games, journalists were pleasantly surprised back to the media village on Friday. They discovered a rabbit-shaped lantern, a paper moon cradling a bunny, and a note wishing them a Happy Mid-Autumn Festival in their rooms.
(2023-10-01). Rail project a symbol of 'mutual trust'. ecns.cn Jakarta and Bandung are vibrant and dynamic Indonesian cities, and strengthening the flow of people and goods between them is crucial, according to Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Lu Kang.
(2023-10-01). Irán informa sobre desarticulación de planes terroristas. telesurtv.net Teherán denuncia que terroristas reclutados por servicios de inteligencia occidentales pretendían perpetrar atentados con bombas y matar a autoridades civiles, militares y religiosas.
(2023-10-01). Tesla launches updated Model Y in China, keeps starting price unchanged. channelnewsasia.com
(2023-10-01). Más de 100.000 armenios huyeron de Nagorno-Karabaj. telesurtv.net El 83% de la población del enclave armenio, ubicado en Azerbaiyán, se han visto obligador a huir a Armenia ante operación militar azerí en esa región.
(2023-10-01). Saturday 10/28: "Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant: A Memoir" Book Launch. indybay.org Oakland Asian Cultural Center…
(2023-10-01). Victoria's housing plan — a win for developers, a loss for public housing. greenleft.org.au 
The Victorian state Labor government's Housing Statement allows for residential developments valued at more than $50 million to be fast-tracked, proposes the demolition of all public housing towers for public-private development and sells off public land to developers, report Jacob Andrewartha and Jordan AK.
(2023-10-01). Victoria's housing plan — a win for developers, a loss for public housing. greenleft.org.au The Victorian state Labor government's Housing Statement allows for residential developments valued at more than $50 million to be fast-tracked, proposes the demolition of all public housing towers for public-private development and sells off public land to developers, report Jacob Andrewrtha and Jordan AK.
(2023-10-01). The Palestine Laboratory with Antony Loewenstein. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-10-01). Building ties between workers & the climate justice movement. greenleft.org.au 
The Global Ecosocialist Network brought together labour and climate justice activists from Africa, Asia, the United States and Europe, in June, to discuss how to build stronger links, reports Susan Price.
(2023-10-01). Rally calls for Australia to condemn Turkish aggression in northern Iraq. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-10-01). Gunditjmara ocean defenders call for whales to be protected. greenleft.org.au 