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Following the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes that resulted in over 400 deaths in Gaza, the Israeli military intensified its operations by continuing its bombing campaign and initiating a ground offensive into the territory. This escalation marked a significant expansion of military activity. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/03/20/rzes-m20.html

The article focuses on the arrest of UAW Local 600 President Angel Khalil, characterizing it as a politically motivated act and a significant escalation of Donald Trump’s authoritarian tendencies. It alleges that Khalil’s arrest is directly linked to his opposition to Trump’s policies, specifically his opposition to the UAW’s endorsement of Trump. The article accusesContinue reading “UAW: Stand with Khalil, Resist Trump!”

Sri Lankan President Dissanayake’s government is planning a major restructuring of over 400 state-owned enterprises (SOEs) by establishing a state holding company and listing it on the Colombo Stock Exchange. This move is presented as a crucial step towards economic recovery and attracting foreign investment, aiming to alleviate the country’s debt crisis and boost economicContinue reading “Privatization’s Price”

Tomas Castanheira, a Brazilian teacher and member of the Socialist Equality Group (SEG), addressed an online meeting co-sponsored by the Educators Rank-and-File Committee (ERFC-US) and the International Youth and Students for Social Equality (IYSSE). Castanheira discussed the dire state of education in Brazil, highlighting the deep social inequality exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and exacerbatedContinue reading “Trump’s Education Assault: Echoes of Bolsonaro?”

“Kneecap” centers around the eponymous Irish-language rap group from Belfast and their rise to fame. The film blends comedic elements with a fictionalized account of the group’s formation and musical journey. It portrays the band’s commitment to using the Irish language in their music, highlighting the political and cultural significance of language preservation in NorthernContinue reading “Kneecap: Sound & Fury”

The article on wsws.org alleges that Argentina’s President Milei’s administration is orchestrating a provocation to justify a crackdown on democratic rights and escalate austerity measures. The piece focuses on recent events, particularly the disturbances surrounding a congressional debate on Milei’s omnibus bill, framing them as potential state-sponsored incidents designed to discredit opposition and justify increasedContinue reading “Silent Screams: Argentine Retirees”

On March 19, 2025, Rodney Reed, an inmate on death row in Texas, was executed after the US Supreme Court rejected a last-minute appeal to halt the process. Reed maintained his innocence for the 1996 murder of Stacey Stites, arguing that new evidence implicated her fiancé, a police officer, in the crime. The case garneredContinue reading “Jessie Hoffman Jr.: Nitrogen’s End.”

Gary Tyler, wrongly convicted as a teenager for the 1974 shooting death of a white student during racial unrest in Destrehan, Louisiana, endured decades of imprisonment before his exoneration in 2016. The article highlights Tyler’s artistic journey, particularly his quilting, as a form of expression and healing following his unjust incarceration. While imprisoned, Tyler taughtContinue reading “Framed: Tyler’s UM Story”

Over the past 25 years, the price of gold has surged tenfold, consistently reaching significant milestones during periods of financial instability. The article suggests this isn’t a mere coincidence but reflects gold’s enduring role as a safe-haven asset in times of economic uncertainty and geopolitical instability. Investors traditionally flock to gold when confidence in conventionalContinue reading “Golden Turmoil”