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Protests in Haiti: An Overlooked Crisis the World Should Not Ignore
Haiti faces fuel shortages, food shortages, and corruption. Political economist Keston Perry argues that neocolonialism, neoliberalism, and climate injustice are at the root of Haiti’s instability. Subscribe to our page and support our work at…
NSC leader claims US ‘closer’ than ever to hostage deal despite ongoing Hamas standoff
The U.S. is “closer than we have been in quite some time” to broker a deal with Israel and Hamas to release hostages being held in Gaza, deputy national security adviser Jon Finer said Sunday. “I…
The Toll Violence Can Take
In this #RealTalkTho flashback, an audience member says white people have roles to play in violence reduction efforts. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is intended…
Finland says Russia flooding borders with migrants in retaliation for US ties
Finland has accused Russia of flooding its borders with migrants from the Middle East and Africa over its decision to increase defense cooperation with the United States, a claim which Moscow denies.As many as 300…
Dismantling the System That Created Trump
The U.S. must invest in local journalism and rid public schools of corporate influence in order to become a functioning democracy, argues Nolan Higdon, co-author of “United States of Distraction”. Subscribe to our page and…
Israeli billionaire’s ship hijacked by Iran-backed rebels
A cargo ship linked to an Israeli billionaire was allegedly seized by Iran-backed rebels in the Red Sea on Sunday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said it “strongly condemns the Iranian attack against an international…
Extinction Rebellion Hunger Strike in its 10th Day
Hunger striker Eric Tien says they will not eat until Nancy Pelosi agrees to a one hour public meeting to publicly acknowledge that we are in a climate emergency Subscribe to our page and support…
DeSantis says Trump is ‘high risk,’ ‘low reward’ GOP presidential nominee
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said former President Donald Trump would be a risky 2024 GOP nominee, saying he has a “small” chance of beating President Biden, and would have a tough time attracting the necessary…
Should Democrats Attack Trump or Fight for Working Families?
The attacks against Trump in the Democratic debate were eviscerating. But Bernie Sanders warned that even though he is a criminal, just attacking won’t be enough to defeat him. Subscribe to our page and support…
Israeli women betrayed by UN, women’s rights groups after Hamas rape crimes
JERUSALEM –  Women’s rights groups and officials in Israel who have been working tirelessly for the past six weeks to document cases of rape and gender-based atrocities carried out by Hamas terrorists during their mass,…
Fifth Democratic Debate Showed the Deep Divide Within the Party
The candidates were divided on whether to tax the rich or expand wealth. This was at the heart of the debate, but it missed central points Subscribe to our page and support our work at…
Dem champions possible hostage deal before Thanksgiving, but rejects cease-fire
Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., championed news of a possible deal to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas ahead of Thanksgiving, but rejected calls for a cease-fire in Gaza. Coons, a member of the Senate…
Despite Absurd Debate Questions, Foreign Policy Was in Sharp Focus
Bernie Sanders and Tulsi Gabbard owned the foreign policy debate Wednesday night, despite facile questions from the MSNBC panel. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content is…
Bolivian Police Are Still Repressing Anti-Coup Protests
Since the Nov. 10 coup against Bolivia’s President Evo Morales, 32 anti-coup protesters have been killed, and Bolivian media is spreading misinformation. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This…
Netanyahu Indicted on Corruption Charges, But Won’t Step Down
Is this the end of the 13-year Netanyahu era? What is Trump learning from Netanyahu’s unprecedented response to the charges against him? Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This…
Are Dems Barking Up The Wrong Tree On Impeachment?
David Swanson says there are plenty of reasons for impeaching Trump, but the Democrats’ Ukrainegate case is weak and will not galvanize the nation or challenge the Senate to convict. Subscribe to our page and…
Voting begins in Argentina’s presidential runoff, may send Trump-admiring populist Milei into presidency
Voters in Argentina were heading to the polls Sunday in a presidential runoff election that will determine whether South America’s second-largest economy will take a rightward shift.Populist Javier Milei, an upstart candidate who got his…
Some of Denmark’s ‘green tax’ on flights would go to funding pensions
Denmark is considering a new law that would tax all flights in an effort to boost the country’s sustainable energy goals, but not all the money raised would be used for green energy.The new proposal…
Why the NFL/Kaepernick Saga Is Bigger than Football
Dave Zirin explains why Colin Kaepernick’s ongoing struggle with the NFL is really an example of how Black dissent is punished in the US. Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. **…
Netanyahu war cabinet stifles revolt over sending Gaza fuel without hostage deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly trying to quell an uprising from far-right members of his government over his concession to send about two trucks of fuel per day into Gaza before securing the…
How Corporate Media Fueled Trump’s Rise
Co-author Nolan Higdon discusses “United States of Distraction: Media Manipulation in Post-Truth America (And What We Can Do About It).” Subscribe to our page and support our work at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This video content…
Colombian Students, Unions Mobilize Against Neoliberal Reforms While Government Stalls
Hundreds of thousands protested throughout Colombia in the past days against neoliberal reforms and the government’s failure to comply with an agreement to increase education funding. Subscribe to our page and support our work at…
Gang of violent monkeys strikes again, this time killing 10-year-old boy
A gang of violent monkeys terrorizing a town in India struck again, killing a 10-year-old boy by ripping out his intestines.Dipak Thakor, was playing with friends in the small village of Salki when he was…
Does Russiagate Concern Weaken an Ambitious Voting Rights Platform?
The Leadership Council on Civil and Human Rights released a sweeping policy platform challenging political candidates to address voter disenfranchisement, but a nod to Russiagate raises questions about an otherwise strong proposal. Subscribe to our…
How Cops Avoid Mandatory Minimum Sentences That Would Put Anyone Else In Jail
In an exclusive an interview with the victim of a nearly deadly encounter with a cop, Kevon Miller describes how the officer avoided jail time despite committing a crime that required a mandatory minimum sentence….
Private Equity Firms are Modern Day Vampires Sucking the Lifeblood Out of Our Society
Deadspin is the latest victim of private equity. Labor writer and activist Kim Kelly warns us that these 21st century “private equity vampires” have to be controlled. Subscribe to our page and support our work…
Macron’s wife admits deep anxiety over huge age gap in rare interview: ‘my head was in a mess’
French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife Brigitte Macron revealed her relationship anxieties from the early days of dating the future French leader – including concerns he would “fall in love with someone his age” after moving…
