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Irish Times
2 hours ago
- General
- Irish Times
Why ‘left' and ‘woke' are not the same thing
In her book Left Is Not Woke today's guest Susan Neiman argues that the left has taken a wrong turn and must differentiate itself from 'wokism'. On the Inside Politics podcast she talks to Hugh Linehan about what she means by 'woke' and why its appeal to traditional left-wing tendencies, like solidarity and supporting the underdog, helps disguise its more reactionary elements. They also talk about Germany's relationship with Israel and how its own history influences German views on what is happening in Gaza. Susan Neiman is an American moral philosopher, commentator and author known for her work on ethics, the Enlightenment and contemporary politics. She is the director of The Einstein Forum, a think-tank based in Potsdam, Germany.
Al Bawaba
19 hours ago
- Health
- Al Bawaba
Video: Elderly couple skip daily meal for Gaza
Published June 1st, 2025 - 10:37 GMT ALBAWABA - An American elderly couple recently went viral after taking to social media with a video saying that they are skipping their daily meal as part of a partial hunger strike for Gaza. This comes in protest of the ongoing Israeli aggression on the Strip since Oct. 7, 2023. 88-year-old American journalist, June Forsyth Kenagy, alongside her 98-year-old husband, stated that this is the best they can do, since they suffer from ongoing medical issues. The couple received widespread praise from pro-Palestine and human rights activists for their humanity and compassion. During the clip, Kenagy said, "In solidarity with the starving people of Gaza, we are going to skip one meal tomorrow since we've been in an assisted living place and I'm diabetic... This is the best we wanna try to help a little, thank you... Bye." An elderly couple skipped a daily meal for Gaza 98-year-old man and his 88-year-old wife skip daily meal in protest of Gaza's forced starvation June Forsyth Kenagy, an 88-year-old American journalist, nonprofit leader, and longtime activist, has begun a partial hunger strike alongside her elderly husband in solidarity with… — The Cradle (@TheCradleMedia) May 31, 2025 The clip was shared on Kenagy's official Instagram account with more than 5,000 followers and garnered more than 700,000 views. According to the Ministry of Health in Gaza, Israel's ongoing aggression on the Strip has resulted in the killing of more than 54,000 Palestinians and the injuring of at least 124,000, of whom are children and women. Additionally, Israel's blockade on humanitarian aid from organizations wreaked havoc and panic in Gaza following months of famine. The UN recently reported that Gaza has become the "hungriest place on earth," with more and more people becoming prone to famine due to constant attacks, forced displacement, and starvation. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Nationwide rallies in support of Canada Post workers as tensions rise
Postal workers from across the country took to the streets to rally in solidarity amid ongoing negotiations with Canada Post. Both sides remain at an impasse. Now, the crown corporation has asked the federal government to step in, adding an extra layer of tension to the ongoing story. Lexy Benedict reports.
Zawya
2 days ago
- General
- Zawya
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Expresses Solidarity with Nigeria and Conveys Condolences Over Victims of Flood
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Federal Republic of Nigeria following floods that submerged the town of Mokwa in Niger State, in the north of the country, resulting in dozens of deaths and substantial damage to property. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Nigeria over this tragedy. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Mail & Guardian
2 days ago
- General
- Mail & Guardian
A movement against silencing: What the war in Palestine has taught us about journalism
One of the most revealing takeaways from the genocide in Gaza has been the profound threat posed to journalism. Even in this era of artificial intelligence and disinformation, truth remains a powerful force. And the most brutal way to silence truth is to eliminate those who report it. This has been the clear strategy adopted by Israel. A recent A On the Ground in South Africa In 2022, I was approached by the Cape Town, more than any city in Southern Africa, has consistently demonstrated loud and visible Just two weeks into the onslaught, on 22 October 2023, I was invited by the Palestinian Solidarity Committee (PSC) to Since then, my commitment to this issue has only deepened. As an independent journalist and freelancer, I have had the privilege of speaking freely — at protests, on radio, television, and social media — during a time when many employed journalists feared for their jobs. I've used my voice with the hope that it might echo enough to spark accountability. So far, that hope remains unfulfilled. Yet despite over 600 days of relentless bombardment and destruction, young journalists in Gaza persist. One of the most remarkable examples is nine-year-old Perhaps the most meaningful solidarity effort in South Africa was the organisation of From these vigils emerged a WhatsApp group called Journalists Against Apartheid , a platform for solidarity, awareness, and resistance among South African media workers. A Divided Media The genocide in Gaza has unmasked the stark divide in global journalism. Palestinian journalists have redefined what it means to do this work. Their commitment isn't driven by money or recognition — it is a moral imperative. Despite losing homes, loved ones, and access to basic needs, they continue reporting. They've carried injured children into hospitals, buried colleagues, and dug survivors from rubble — all while documenting the unfolding horror. They appear on our screens, exhausted yet unwavering, embodying what it means to serve truth. In contrast, Western media has disgraced itself. It has become a factory of bias, Islamophobia, and propaganda. One of the most damaging cases emerged on 14 October 2023 — the viral lie that Hamas had beheaded 40 babies. First shared by Israeli soldiers, the This misinformation continues. False claims about 'white genocide' in South Africa have also gained traction in U.S. right-wing media circles — echoing Trump-era tactics of distraction and demonisation. Western journalists have become cheerleaders of empire. Major networks like The New York Times led with Palestinian writer 'A claim is circulated without evidence; Western journalists spread it like wildfire; diplomats and politicians parrot it; a narrative is built; the general public believes it — and the damage is done.' In response, citizen journalism has risen powerfully. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok have become vehicles for truth, elevating voices on the ground. Ordinary people, wearing 'PRESS' vests, risk their lives to document reality. The use of mobile phones makes Israeli atrocities harder to conceal — though the regime has responded with censorship, shadowbanning, and algorithmic suppression. A Commitment to Truth In October 2024, Al Jazeera correspondent Youmna El Sayed visited South Africa. Hearing her firsthand account was life-changing. Younger than me, yet infinitely more brave, she described war from the perspective of a mother and journalist. 'My 8-year-old daughter Sireen's biggest fear was surviving alone,' she said. 'Every night she asked us to sleep close together and said, 'Mom, if a rocket hits, let it kill us all so no one is left behind.'' El Sayed spoke of displacement, the stench of decaying bodies, and the total dehumanisation they endured. 'Journalists in Gaza were targeted everywhere: in our homes, in the field, in our cars — with no mercy and no regard for humanitarian laws.' 'Israel barred international journalists from entering Gaza, hoping to hide its crimes. But it underestimated the resilience of Palestinian journalists — continuing to work with no food, no water, and bombed-out offices.' We all remember the moment veteran journalist Wael Al-Dahdouh cradled the lifeless body of his son Hamza — also a journalist — killed while Wael was reporting. We remember 23-year-old Hossam Shabat, who wrote a letter before his death in April: 'Now I ask you, don't stop talking about Gaza. Don't let the world turn its eyes away. Keep fighting, keep telling our stories — until Palestine is free.' The death toll among journalists will rise, as the genocide continues. But rather than deterring us, these deaths strengthen our resolve. We remain committed to ethical journalism, to truth-telling, and to bearing witness to injustice. We will not be silenced. We owe that to those who gave their lives so the world could see. *This article was first published in Media Review Network on 28 May 2025 Atiyyah Khan is a journalist, activist, cultural worker and archivist. For the past 17 years, she has documented the arts in South Africa. Common themes in her work focus on topics such as spatial injustice, untold stories of apartheid, jazz history and underground art movements.
