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The establishment parties have failed us. They work for Wall Street and the war machine, spending trillions on endless war while working people struggle and the world burns.
— Dr. Jill Stein🌻 (@DrJillStein) October 13, 2024
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From our launch almost a year ago until today, our message of people, planet, and peace has been breaking through the media blockade.
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Israeli drone attack injures six in Lebanon near Syrian border
An Israeli drone strike in Lebanon’s Hermel district has resulted in six injuries, including five Syrians and one Lebanese individual, according to the Lebanese health
Another whale from Marineland dies at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago
A beluga whale has died following its transfer from a closed theme park in Niagara Falls, Ontario. This incident marks the sixth animal fatality linked
Judge rules against DOJ’s state voter roll review policy, citing legality issues
A federal judge has invalidated the Trump administration’s initiative to compare state voter rolls with immigration databases, stating it overstepped legal bounds. Judge Sparkle Sooknanan’s
TV presenters flee during 7.7-magnitude earthquake on air in Panama
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck southern Panama, causing widespread shaking and damage, with a tsunami alert issued for multiple countries.
European states, Canada, Japan and UN support ICC amid US sanctions
European states, Canada, Japan, and senior UN officials have condemned recent US sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC), emphasising their commitment to the court’s
Okanagan growers report crop insurance fails to address climate change risks
Weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, drought, hail, and wildfire smoke, pose significant risks to agricultural production, jeopardising crops and affecting the marketability of grapes,
Obama raises over £13 million for Democrats, emphasises voter action in November
Former President Barack Obama has launched a series of digital ads for the Democratic National Committee, aiming to energise voters ahead of the upcoming elections.
Suspect in murder of Ann Widdecombe linked to terrorist activities
Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared at the Old Bailey charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe and preparation of terrorist acts. The court heard he held
El-Sayed and Rogers clash over Iran, Trump in Michigan Senate debate
During a heated Michigan Senate debate, Democrat Abdul El-Sayed labelled Republican Mike Rogers as a “glitchy AI chatbot,” while Rogers described El-Sayed as “weak” and “cowardly.” The candidates clashed on issues including immigration, healthcare, and the Iran war, with rivalry evident in their exchanges.
Ukrainian forces engage with Russian troops in Donbas: how coverage differs
Media Lens: Ukrainian forces engage with Russian troops in Donbas: how coverage differs Boris Johnson resigns as Prime Minister of the UK. A recent report
Unidentified unlit vessel spotted speeding on the River Thames at night
A vessel, reportedly unlit and travelling at high speed, was observed on the River Thames near Isle of Dogs on Tuesday night. Emanuele Biasiol filmed the unidentified object creating a significant wash before contacting police. The Met’s terrorism squad has since sought further information.
Riot police clash with schoolchildren during protest at Bastille Square in Paris
Riot police clashed with thousands of schoolchildren protesting in Paris over under-resourced schools as tensions related to education funding escalate.
Police enhance school security amid threats of violence in Poland
Concerns over school safety escalated in Poland following two violent attacks and alarming social media claims of a “bloody Friday.” In response, police announced increased patrols around schools and encouraged reporting of any credible threats to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Pentagon confirms livestream of Fort Hood shooter execution by firing squad
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The Army has announced the execution date for Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, set to be carried out by firing squad. Hasan, responsible for a mass shooting that resulted in the deaths of 13 people in 2009, is scheduled to be executed on October 9, 2026.
In comparing coverage from two outlets, the BBC headlines “Fort Hood attacker’s execution by firing squad will be livestreamed, Pentagon says” and The New York Times’ “Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution Will Be Public and Streamed Live, Pentagon Says,” both emphasize the public and live-streaming aspects of the execution. However, the framing diverges slightly; the BBC’s wording centers on the act of execution, hinting at a broader examination of implications, whereas the New York Times emphasizes the details and public visibility of the event. Both approaches reflect contrasting journalistic lenses, focusing on the immediate facts versus the potential repercussions of publicized executions.
Coverage analyzed: BBC | The New York Times | Axios | WOODTV.com
ICE agent shoots man in car with child present in New York, says mayor
An ICE agent shot a man in a car containing a five-year-old child in the Marble Hill area of New York City, according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The incident, described as “unconscionable,” is under investigation by the Department of Homeland Security, which stated the man was a target in a law enforcement operation.
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