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'The Special Rapporteur discusses corporate entities in various sectors: arms manufacturers, tech firms, building and construction companies, extractive and service
industries, banks, pension funds, insurers, universities and charities.
industries, banks, pension funds, insurers, universities and charities.
A must read, devastating, Report by Francesca Albanese (UN Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967) on the global economic foundations of the Palestinians' genocide: THE ECONOMY OF GENOCIDE.
Please share!
www.ohchr.org/en/documents...
Please share!
www.ohchr.org/en/documents...
'By shedding light on the political economy of an
occupation turned genocidal, the report reveals how the forever-occupation has become
the ideal testing ground for arms manufacturers and big tech –
occupation turned genocidal, the report reveals how the forever-occupation has become
the ideal testing ground for arms manufacturers and big tech –
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He thinks he's not the racism. Very funny.
Racism returning to UK politics – and people are very scared, says Starmer
Racism returning to UK politics – and people are very scared, says Starmer
PM attacks ‘toxic division of Reform’ and gives strongest signal yet that two-child benefit cap will be lifted
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UK politics live – latest updates
Decades-old racism is returning to British politics, and “it makes people feel very scared” Keir Starmer has said, warning that divisive hard-right politics was “tearing our country apart”.
Speaking to GP and TV personality Amir Khan, the prime minister accused Nigel Farage’s Reform UK of overseeing a return of the racist and divisive politics “that frankly I thought we had dealt with decades ago”. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 11:50 AM
He thinks he's not the racism. Very funny.
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There is a (in my view, deliberate) overemphasis of Hannah Arendt’s remarks about the ‘banality of evil’ and regular people doing evil things versus a more urgent point she makes about the farce of trying to locate the evils of the Final Solution in the body of one man because Nazism was structural.
I sometimes worry about this fascination with how apparently normal people can do things of extreme cruelty - I guess it’s good because it makes us more vigilant, I just worry about being bewitched by the charm of the monster www.theguardian.com/film/2025/no...
‘Hermann Göring loved his kids. That’s what’s terrifying’: James Vanderbilt, Rami Malek and Michael Shannon on Nuremberg
Russell Crowe has a malevolent charm as the Nazi on trial in a compelling new film. His co-stars and director explain how they understood this monster – and the persistence of evil today
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 11:40 AM
There is a (in my view, deliberate) overemphasis of Hannah Arendt’s remarks about the ‘banality of evil’ and regular people doing evil things versus a more urgent point she makes about the farce of trying to locate the evils of the Final Solution in the body of one man because Nazism was structural.
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Meanwhile in Irish rightwing media, their ‘star’ journos will be all - ‘we will regret Michael D Higgins as president in years to come.’ Apparently it will be because he didn’t read sections of Mein Kampf* on TV after the Angelus, Goose-Step in the Áras or kit out the Defence Forces in Hugo Boss
November 11, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Meanwhile in Irish rightwing media, their ‘star’ journos will be all - ‘we will regret Michael D Higgins as president in years to come.’ Apparently it will be because he didn’t read sections of Mein Kampf* on TV after the Angelus, Goose-Step in the Áras or kit out the Defence Forces in Hugo Boss
Oh dear
Worried that using ChatGPT harms the planet?
A new analysis shows each query uses less energy than a Google search – and far less than lighting a bulb or streaming TV.
A new analysis shows each query uses less energy than a Google search – and far less than lighting a bulb or streaming TV.
How much energy does ChatGPT really use?
You shouldn’t really worry about your energy use when using domestic AI, it’s probably no worse than watching your favourite soap
eastangliabylines.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Oh dear
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Torrential rainfall in the Brazilian city of Belem flooded pavements outside the venue for the #COP30 climate talks. Scientists say climate change is making extreme weather events more common.
November 11, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Torrential rainfall in the Brazilian city of Belem flooded pavements outside the venue for the #COP30 climate talks. Scientists say climate change is making extreme weather events more common.
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If you think there's no connection between the recent public statements on immigration by Harris, Martin, O'Callaghan et al and these attacks, then I have some magic beans you might be interested in.
This is the predictable, inevitable, shameful result of their adoption of far-right rhetoric.
This is the predictable, inevitable, shameful result of their adoption of far-right rhetoric.
What is happening to this country. This is so awful
Alleged street attack on boy (13) leads to fears among Galway’s Bangladeshi community
www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/20...
Alleged street attack on boy (13) leads to fears among Galway’s Bangladeshi community
www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/20...
Alleged street attack on boy (13) leads to fears among Galway’s Bangladeshi community
Local TD Peter Roche organised town meeting, where gardaí addressed small Bangladeshi community
www.irishtimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 11:23 PM
If you think there's no connection between the recent public statements on immigration by Harris, Martin, O'Callaghan et al and these attacks, then I have some magic beans you might be interested in.
This is the predictable, inevitable, shameful result of their adoption of far-right rhetoric.
This is the predictable, inevitable, shameful result of their adoption of far-right rhetoric.
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Was having a conversation recently about these people and how they have to believe they are right. They truly believe history will laud. They couldn't do what they do if they believed anything else.
I came across a clip from yesterday from LBC of John Sopel and Emily Maitlis talking to Shelagh Fogarty about what's happening at the BBC and they all conceded the complainant DID have a point about the BBC's pro-trans bias and it was just three people being transphobic for a couple of minutes.
Emily Maitlis admitting she worked at the bbc to try and get healthcare for trans people shut down
November 11, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Was having a conversation recently about these people and how they have to believe they are right. They truly believe history will laud. They couldn't do what they do if they believed anything else.
'From October 10 to November 9, only 3,451 trucks have reached their intended destinations inside Gaza, according to the UN2720 Monitoring and Tracking Dashboard, which monitors humanitarian aid in Gaza.'
Since the ceasefire took effect one month ago, Israeli attacks have killed at least 242 Palestinians and injured 622.
How many times has Israel violated the Gaza ceasefire? Here are the numbers
Since the ceasefire took effect one month ago, Israeli attacks have killed at least 242 Palestinians and injured 622.
bit.ly
November 11, 2025 at 10:05 AM
'From October 10 to November 9, only 3,451 trucks have reached their intended destinations inside Gaza, according to the UN2720 Monitoring and Tracking Dashboard, which monitors humanitarian aid in Gaza.'
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🚨 URGENT: Help Rima!
Blankets and food needed as the cold nights and hunger are unbearable. Your support can give them hope. Please donate, share!💔🧣🍲
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💚PayPal.me/naturekeene (type for Rima)
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#FreePalestine #HelpGaza #SaveLives 🇵🇸
Blankets and food needed as the cold nights and hunger are unbearable. Your support can give them hope. Please donate, share!💔🧣🍲
➡️ chuffed.org/project/help...
💚PayPal.me/naturekeene (type for Rima)
💸Venmo/CashApp: naturevegan (for Rima)
#FreePalestine #HelpGaza #SaveLives 🇵🇸
Help Rima and Her Children Survive: Urgent Aid Needed
Imagine Losing Everything—But Still Having to Feed Your Children
chuffed.org
October 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
🚨 URGENT: Help Rima!
Blankets and food needed as the cold nights and hunger are unbearable. Your support can give them hope. Please donate, share!💔🧣🍲
➡️ chuffed.org/project/help...
💚PayPal.me/naturekeene (type for Rima)
💸Venmo/CashApp: naturevegan (for Rima)
#FreePalestine #HelpGaza #SaveLives 🇵🇸
Blankets and food needed as the cold nights and hunger are unbearable. Your support can give them hope. Please donate, share!💔🧣🍲
➡️ chuffed.org/project/help...
💚PayPal.me/naturekeene (type for Rima)
💸Venmo/CashApp: naturevegan (for Rima)
#FreePalestine #HelpGaza #SaveLives 🇵🇸
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Donate to Aya's family because she needs a tent for $200. Donate at least $10 to protect her from the winter cold.
🙏😔
gofund.me/1b61349c9
🙏😔
gofund.me/1b61349c9
November 11, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Donate to Aya's family because she needs a tent for $200. Donate at least $10 to protect her from the winter cold.
🙏😔
gofund.me/1b61349c9
🙏😔
gofund.me/1b61349c9
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Help me keep my family warm before Gaza's cold winter.🌧🌧
My family desperately needs warm blankets, clothes, and shoes suitable for winter.
We are trying to cope despite life's hardships and difficulties. Your support gives us strength.
Please read my family's story via GFM.
gofund.me/a0a540b8
My family desperately needs warm blankets, clothes, and shoes suitable for winter.
We are trying to cope despite life's hardships and difficulties. Your support gives us strength.
Please read my family's story via GFM.
gofund.me/a0a540b8
Donate to Bring hope back to Saed and his family after the war, organized by Marina Reilly
Dear Comrade,
From beneath the rubble… I write my story!
I … Marina Reilly needs your support for Bring hope back to Saed and his family after the war
gofund.me
November 10, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Help me keep my family warm before Gaza's cold winter.🌧🌧
My family desperately needs warm blankets, clothes, and shoes suitable for winter.
We are trying to cope despite life's hardships and difficulties. Your support gives us strength.
Please read my family's story via GFM.
gofund.me/a0a540b8
My family desperately needs warm blankets, clothes, and shoes suitable for winter.
We are trying to cope despite life's hardships and difficulties. Your support gives us strength.
Please read my family's story via GFM.
gofund.me/a0a540b8
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A child in the prime of his life is being ravaged by cancer! If he were a pet, hearts would tremble and donations would pour in. But he is Mohammed, only 7 years old, and our help is his only hope after God.
Don't let his voice be lost in silence. Contribute now to save his life! urlr.me/3V8H47
🙏🏻
Don't let his voice be lost in silence. Contribute now to save his life! urlr.me/3V8H47
🙏🏻
November 10, 2025 at 6:24 PM
A child in the prime of his life is being ravaged by cancer! If he were a pet, hearts would tremble and donations would pour in. But he is Mohammed, only 7 years old, and our help is his only hope after God.
Don't let his voice be lost in silence. Contribute now to save his life! urlr.me/3V8H47
🙏🏻
Don't let his voice be lost in silence. Contribute now to save his life! urlr.me/3V8H47
🙏🏻
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I’m Mai, 33, from Gaza, and my husband Abdul Rahman is 34. We lost our home in the war and now live on the streets with no shelter. My husband is injured and needs urgent treatment. Please help us, even with $1, to save our lives and live safely. 🙏🥺
chuffed.org/project/1531...
chuffed.org/project/1531...
Compassion for Mai's Family
My name is Leslie from NY. I am sponsoring Mai. Mai is Nermin's cousin (stand with Abdullah) she is very worried about her due to lack of resources and funds. I have created this account for you to he...
chuffed.org
November 10, 2025 at 6:04 PM
I’m Mai, 33, from Gaza, and my husband Abdul Rahman is 34. We lost our home in the war and now live on the streets with no shelter. My husband is injured and needs urgent treatment. Please help us, even with $1, to save our lives and live safely. 🙏🥺
chuffed.org/project/1531...
chuffed.org/project/1531...
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I think what's most revealing, as Stephanie points out here, is that Yates simply does not understand the concept of a conflict of interest, let alone the scale of his in this case. He doesn't think he has done anything wrong.
I mean, fine if that’s the deal he made with his clients. But that also means he can’t do commentator work at the same time. It’s one or the other, this isn’t rocket science 🙄
November 10, 2025 at 10:23 AM
I think what's most revealing, as Stephanie points out here, is that Yates simply does not understand the concept of a conflict of interest, let alone the scale of his in this case. He doesn't think he has done anything wrong.
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BBC Trump row: Pro-Israel bias over Gaza is the real scandal - https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/bbc-trump-row-gaza-genocide-whitewashing-israel-bias
BBC Trump row: Pro-Israel bias over Gaza is the real scandal
The corporation stands at a crossroads. Down one path lies self-censorship and hollow apologies; down the other lies the public it was built to serve
www.middleeasteye.net
November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM
BBC Trump row: Pro-Israel bias over Gaza is the real scandal - https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/bbc-trump-row-gaza-genocide-whitewashing-israel-bias
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Ryanair’s latest “look how much we’re flying” graphic leaves out a pretty important detail: their emissions and consequent harm to human health.
Pretty important as they're one of Europe's most polluting companies, but not to worry, I fixed it.
Pretty important as they're one of Europe's most polluting companies, but not to worry, I fixed it.
November 10, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Ryanair’s latest “look how much we’re flying” graphic leaves out a pretty important detail: their emissions and consequent harm to human health.
Pretty important as they're one of Europe's most polluting companies, but not to worry, I fixed it.
Pretty important as they're one of Europe's most polluting companies, but not to worry, I fixed it.
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Palestine Action prisoner absconds while sixth detainee joins hunger strike - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/palestine-action-prisoner-absconds-sixth-detainee-joins-hunger-strike
Palestine Action prisoner absconds while sixth detainee joins hunger strike
Sean Middleborough said he was forced to share a one man cell at HMP Wandsworth, and was 'locked up for 23 hours a day'
www.middleeasteye.net
November 10, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Palestine Action prisoner absconds while sixth detainee joins hunger strike - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/palestine-action-prisoner-absconds-sixth-detainee-joins-hunger-strike
'What is unfolding is not a series of isolated outrages. Nor is it simply the work of bombs and bulldozers. It is the deliberate construction of a comprehensive system of colonial domination:
PI Briefing | No. 41 | Palestine: Stolen or Decolonised
In the West Bank, the colonization of Palestine is rapidly escalating, with Israel advancing legislation to annex 82% of the occupied territory.
progressive.international
November 10, 2025 at 2:39 PM
'What is unfolding is not a series of isolated outrages. Nor is it simply the work of bombs and bulldozers. It is the deliberate construction of a comprehensive system of colonial domination:
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My kids need urgent care. I have a head injury and need treatment abroad.
Hisham needs $200 for dental work, Mo’men $500 for surgeries (adenoids & tonsils).
I need $100 daily for living and medical costs.
Any help means so much 💙🙏
gofund.me/edd444a54
Hisham needs $200 for dental work, Mo’men $500 for surgeries (adenoids & tonsils).
I need $100 daily for living and medical costs.
Any help means so much 💙🙏
gofund.me/edd444a54
November 10, 2025 at 4:41 AM
My kids need urgent care. I have a head injury and need treatment abroad.
Hisham needs $200 for dental work, Mo’men $500 for surgeries (adenoids & tonsils).
I need $100 daily for living and medical costs.
Any help means so much 💙🙏
gofund.me/edd444a54
Hisham needs $200 for dental work, Mo’men $500 for surgeries (adenoids & tonsils).
I need $100 daily for living and medical costs.
Any help means so much 💙🙏
gofund.me/edd444a54
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Hi The war ended and began great suffering for me and my family.In the last time I could buy a tent but not waterproof and feel scared on my children and my purposes if rain falls💔Anti-water tent is expensive.I can't buy it without your help ..Please you're the last hope of me 🙏❤️
gofund.me/7bc425ef
gofund.me/7bc425ef
November 8, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Hi The war ended and began great suffering for me and my family.In the last time I could buy a tent but not waterproof and feel scared on my children and my purposes if rain falls💔Anti-water tent is expensive.I can't buy it without your help ..Please you're the last hope of me 🙏❤️
gofund.me/7bc425ef
gofund.me/7bc425ef
'While the proportion of households that own stocks has risen to a record high of 58%, that doesn’t mean that the gains from the stock market boom have been equally distributed. Rather, the wealthiest 10% Americans hold around 93% of the country’s stock market wealth.'
The AI Boom is Fueling a New Gilded Age
The AI bubble is making the rich richer - but when it bursts, ordinary Americans will have to pick up the tab.
open.substack.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:24 PM
'While the proportion of households that own stocks has risen to a record high of 58%, that doesn’t mean that the gains from the stock market boom have been equally distributed. Rather, the wealthiest 10% Americans hold around 93% of the country’s stock market wealth.'
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On the ground in Belém as COP30 kicks off. Nature and Community take Center Stage.
President Lula has managed to walk a fine line between urgency and optimism, uniting world leaders around what connects us, rather than what divides us.
I’m excited for the week ahead. #climatehope🇧🇷💚
President Lula has managed to walk a fine line between urgency and optimism, uniting world leaders around what connects us, rather than what divides us.
I’m excited for the week ahead. #climatehope🇧🇷💚
November 9, 2025 at 7:43 PM
On the ground in Belém as COP30 kicks off. Nature and Community take Center Stage.
President Lula has managed to walk a fine line between urgency and optimism, uniting world leaders around what connects us, rather than what divides us.
I’m excited for the week ahead. #climatehope🇧🇷💚
President Lula has managed to walk a fine line between urgency and optimism, uniting world leaders around what connects us, rather than what divides us.
I’m excited for the week ahead. #climatehope🇧🇷💚
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A lot of people asked me about this tool called the Boesh, aka skunk water cannon
It has special chemicals that are built to stay on top the skin for more than a week, shower barely helps
It has the smell of sewer and skunk, and it was also used in anti-govt protests. dangers include diseases 🦠
It has special chemicals that are built to stay on top the skin for more than a week, shower barely helps
It has the smell of sewer and skunk, and it was also used in anti-govt protests. dangers include diseases 🦠
#WATCH | The Israeli army sprays sewage water on homes in the West Bank.
Do they ever run out of ways to humiliate Palestinians ?
Do they ever run out of ways to humiliate Palestinians ?
November 9, 2025 at 1:48 PM
A lot of people asked me about this tool called the Boesh, aka skunk water cannon
It has special chemicals that are built to stay on top the skin for more than a week, shower barely helps
It has the smell of sewer and skunk, and it was also used in anti-govt protests. dangers include diseases 🦠
It has special chemicals that are built to stay on top the skin for more than a week, shower barely helps
It has the smell of sewer and skunk, and it was also used in anti-govt protests. dangers include diseases 🦠