Free Colombian political prisoner David Ravelo!
September 14 was the end of David Ravelo Crispo's first year in jail and a time of renewed solidarity for this human rights activist imprisoned in Colombia.
Palestinian UN bid under review, Israel OKs more settlements
The Obama administration has said it will veto the Palestinian membership application, arguing that negotiations are the only solution.
Protests in Spain against austerity cuts gain wide support
The European Union and European Central bank are forcing European nations saddled with heavy debt loads to cut public services. Spain is among them.
Canadian lawmaker urges government to bar Cheney
Canadian legislator Don Davies is asking his government to deny the entry of Dick Cheney into Canada because the former U.S. vice president enagaged in torture, genocide and human rights vioaltions.
Honduras resistance forms new political party
The National Front for Popular Resistance organized anti-government marches and demonstrations around Honduras.
Struggles sharpen in Cyprus
Recent events in Cyprus, occurring in the context of the global capitalist crisis, have led to a sharpening of the class struggle in this small island nation.
Thoughts from China: Socialism, a work in progress
The government in Beijing plans to raise the minimum wage by 15 percent every year for the next five years.
Pirates in Berlin and troubles on the left
An unusual new party, the Pirates, won seats in Berlin's parliament on Sunday, while right, left and Greens are in turmoil.
British trade unionists come out for Cuba and the Cuban Five
From the vantage point of Cuban solidarity activists in the U.S., U.K. trade unionists deserve special credit because they've taken the lead in speaking out for the Cuba Five in Britain.
Mexican electrical workers score victory after Independence Day standoff
The Mexican Electrical Workers' Union scored a victory last week when the government agreed to recognize its leadership and release frozen union funds.
