(2021-11-08). Open Letter to the Red Pens Facebook group administrators: End censorship of articles on the COVID-19 pandemic! wsws.org The PES calls for an immediate end to the censorship of articles on the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic by administrators of the Red Pens teachers' Facebook group.
(2021-11-08). Online platforms change how universities work. ecns.cn Challenges created by the global COVID-19 pandemic are shaping the contours of a new internationalization of higher education and encouraging universities to look for ways to deepen collaboration, such as by working digitally, presidents of universities said at a recent forum held in Jinan in Shandong province.
(2021-11-08). NHS accused of 'lying' about Covid stats to promote vaccination. rt.com 
NHS chief Amanda Pritchard claimed that 14 times as many Covid-19 patients are in Britain's hospitals as this time last year. However, even the NHS itself has admitted that Pritchard's claim uses misleading figures. | Multiple news reports on Monday told the same story: Britain's hospitals are seeing "14 times more coronavirus patients than this time last year," and the country faces a "difficult winter," as people gather indoors, where the virus is more likely to spread. | Bizarre situation where Sky and ITV are leading with Fake News
(2021-11-08). Russian volleyball team denies Covid claimed life of budding 21-year-old women's star. rt.com 
Russian sport has been mourning the loss of 21-year-old volleyball player Aliya Khambikova, whose death was confirmed by her team on Monday. Officials rejected suggestions that coronavirus may have been the cause. | Khambikova was a middle blocker for Russian second-division team Ufimochka-UGNTU from the city of Ufa, which lies around 1,165km east of Moscow. | Her team confirmed the tragic news on Monday that she had died, sharing an image on social media of Khambikova and writing: "It great tragedy has occurred. | "Aliya Khambikova has passed away. We express our condolences to family and friends. | "She was…
(2021-11-08). Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Building a wall of immunity against COVID-19. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In anticipation of more COVID-19 vaccine approvals this week, Dr. Elie Berbari, chair of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Mayo Clinic, says it's good news that younger children will now have more protection against COVID-19. "It's important that we reach a very high level of vaccination rates to achieve kind of a wall of immunity that could prevent transmission and prevent us from these repeated peaks that we've been dealing with over the last…
(2021-11-08). Selected Articles: Biden's Federal Vaccine Mandate Has Finally Been Issued. globalresearch.ca 
By The Mandatory Vaccine Agenda is a worldwide plan which has been picking up steam lately. Unfortunately for the causes of individual rights, medic…
(2021-11-08). Emergency use authorization for COVID-19 vaccines. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a request from Pfizer to amend its emergency use authorization to allow the use of its COVID-19 vaccine in children 5—11."An emergency use authorization is a mechanism that exists within the Food and Drug Administration to provide accelerated availability and use of any medical device, or medication or vaccine, during emergency situations, such as during a pandemic," says Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious…
(2021-11-08). Mayo Clinic Q and A: High-dose flu vaccines. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 65 and had my annual physical. This year, my doctor recommended that I receive a high-dose flu vaccine. Why do I need a high-dose vaccine? ANSWER: Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system, including your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza, commonly called the flu, is not the same as stomach flu, which is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, and sometimes fever….
(2021-11-08). Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Understanding mix-and-match COVID-19 boosters. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have made booster recommendations for all three COVID-19 vaccines available in the U.S., including authorizing a mix-and-match option for booster shots from Johnson & Johnson (J&J), Moderna or Pfizer. For people who received Moderna or Pfizer vaccines, booster vaccinations are recommended 6 months or more after finishing the initial two-dose series for those age 65 and older and for younger adults 18 and…
(2021-11-08). The vaccine, COVID and other lies of Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers. wsws.org One of the most prominent players in the National Football League, who publicly claimed he had been "immunized," admits after testing positive for COVID-19 that he has not been vaccinated.
(2021-11-08). Mayo Clinic COVID-19 vaccination plan for children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic is preparing to vaccinate children 5‚Äí11 for COVID-19, with vaccinations to begin Friday, Nov. 5. Mayo Clinic strongly recommends that children 5‚Äí11 be vaccinated for COVID-19 and to schedule their appointment now. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now granted emergency use authorization of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11. Nationally, nearly 28 million children are now eligible to be protected by a COVID-19 vaccination. In clinical trials, the Pfizer COVID-19…
(2021-11-08). Vaccine mandates stance allegedly gets General Hospital soap star removed from show. rt.com 
Popular US soap opera General Hospital is said to be parting ways with one of its veteran actors. Ingo Rademacher is reportedly out over his rejection of vaccine mandates, and a side serving of transphobia accusations. | Rademacher, a German-born Australian actor, has been a fixture of General Hospital since 1996 — which is a long time, but not compared to the longevity of ABC's popular show, which premiered in 1963. Rumors of the actor's looming departure have been swirling for some time now and have now been confirmed by a cast member. | #IngoRademacher, is mercifully no longer a part of the
(2021-11-08). What to know now to plan for a safe Thanksgiving gathering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Thanksgiving is traditionally a day of family and friends gathering for food and celebration. It's also one of the busiest travel seasons as people fly and drive to see their loved ones. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, planning ahead is important to ensure everyone who wants to participate in gatherings is fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Watch: What to know now for a safe Thanksgiving gathering. youtu.be/9tDmgKpMIy0 Journalists: Broadcast-quality soundbites are available in the downloads at…
(2021-11-08). German Left Party politician Sahra Wagenknecht denounces COVID-19 protection measures. wsws.org Wagenknecht has emerged as the most prominent mouthpiece for vaccination opponents in Germany.
(2021-11-08). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why it's important for kids to be vaccinated for flu. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Flu season typically starts in the U.S. in November, December. That's why it's important to get your flu shot now. Mayo Clinic health experts say it's the best tool for preventing the flu. And kids of almost every age are eligible. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/zwAGf1V9iUw Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 01) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Winter is coming. And health…
(2021-11-08). NYC Marathon returns with 33,000 runners after pandemic pause. ecns.cn The 50th running of the New York City Marathon was held on Sunday morning following cancellation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
(2021-11-08). Former Los Angeles teacher speaks out on conditions in schools and fight to eliminate COVID-19. wsws.org The World Socialist Web Site spoke with Juanita Garcia, a former teacher and grandmother in Los Angeles, who described her bitter experiences in the district and expressed agreement with the recent WSWS webinar, "How to end the pandemic."
(2021-11-08). The winter of death: Governments slash COVID-19 restrictions as cases surge. wsws.org Capitalism is carrying out an elimination policy, not of the pandemic, but of human beings.
(2021-11-08). COVID-19 rash in kids and adults. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rashes on babies and children are common. They can happen for many reasons, including COVID-19 infection. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have been studying the dermatologic effects of COVID-19 on kids and adults. "By the time we grow into adulthood, our immune systems have had the opportunity to see many viral, bacterial and miscellaneous infections, and grow immunity such that if you get exposed again, you hopefully will not have a true…
(2021-11-08). US and EU economies hang on Chinese imports. asiatimes.com 
China's exports to the United States and the European Union now amount to nearly 30% of manufacturing GDP, after an unprecedented surge in shipments this year. US imports from China are 30% higher than before the Covid-19 pandemic, and Europe's imports are 50% higher. These margins of increase have an important macroeconomic impact. The chart …
(2021-11-08). China to step up COVID-19 control in nurseries for children under 3. ecns.cn China's National Health Commission on Monday called on nurseries that care for children below the age of three to step up their COVID-19 response measures over the winter.
(2021-11-08). Chinese mainland reports 65 locally transmitted COVID-19 cases. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland on Sunday reported 65 new locally transmitted COVID-19 cases, the National Health Commission said in its daily report on Monday.
(2021-11-08). New vocal CDs address big social issues: Attention, stocking stuffers! peoplesworld.org 
In the wake of George Floyd, and still amidst the climate crisis, Covid, the lingering sulfurous odor of Trumpism, and so much more, musical artists are stepping up with new releases reflecting deep concerns about the fate of the Earth. We'll take a quick look at a few recent releases. A gathering of Americana Baritone …
(2021-11-08). COVID cases among children in Russia up dramatically amid Delta strain spread — expert. tass.com According to the expert, children are now one of the main ways the infection spreads…
(2021-11-08). Why the SEP has taken up the fight against Australia's anti-democratic electoral laws. wsws.org Launched amid the COVID-19 disaster, the Socialist Equality Party's campaign is part of the fight for the independent mobilisation of the working class against the capitalist profit system.
(2021-11-08). Australian high schools students speak out against dangerous reopenings, lack of assistance prior to exams. wsws.org "School is hard enough without the bushfires, COVID and personal problems each student faces here in Australia. The lack of support from those in power is preposterous."
(2021-11-08). Massive COVID-19 outbreaks in Germany's elderly care homes. wsws.org Once again, it is residents, who are often in poor health or have pre-existing conditions, and the nursing staff who are suffering the most due to the criminal policy of the government.
(2021-11-08). Australian governments lifting all safety restrictions as Delta outbreaks hit schools. wsws.org While governments and the media present the reckless reopening as the dawning of a new age of "freedom," tens of thousands of school students and teachers are being exposed to the deadly virus and the hospital systems remain on the precipice of collapse.
(2021-11-08). Consumer Health: Pancreatic cancer risks and prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about the risk factors for pancreatic cancer and what you can do to keep yourself safe. More than 60,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, and more than 48,000 people will die of the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Pancreatic cancer begins…
(2021-11-08). Fresh outbreaks of highly contagious bird flu confirmed in Europe. rt.com 
Several outbreaks of the highly contagious H5N1 avian flu have cropped up across Poland's poultry farms, affecting over half a million birds, animal health officials have said. An outbreak was also confirmed in England on Monday. | The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) revealed the Polish outbreaks on Monday, saying that five were documented in the eastern part of the country alone. Four of the instances were at turkey-fattening facilities, and one at a chicken broiler farm. Meanwhile in western Poland, another outbreak was discovered at a turkey and geese farm. | Nearly 650,000 fowl at the country's…
(2021-11-07). A Project for Survival in These United States. tomdispatch.com When President Biden first unveiled the Build Back Better agenda, it appeared that this country was on the path to a new war on poverty. In April, he told Congress that "trickle-down economics have never worked" and that it was time to build the economy "from the bottom-up." This came after the first reconciliation bill of the pandemic included the child tax credit that — combined with an expanded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and unemployment benefits, stimulus checks, and other emergency programs — reduced the poverty rate from 13.9% in 2018 to 7.7% in 2021. (Without such actions, it was…
(2021-11-07). 'Dystopian nightmare': Candace Owens rages against NY child vaccination campaign. rt.com 
Conservative pundit and talk show host Candace Owens said New York Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to give children $100 for Covid-19 vaccination was akin to brainwashing them. | Owens was asked by Fox News about Mayor de Blasio's announcement that children between five and 11 years old could receive $100 from the city if they get vaccinated. | "It buys a whole lot of candy," the mayor said. | Owens, who is known for her strong opposition to vaccine mandates, objected against the "sinister" idea. "There's something about this that feels like a child predator approaching your child, right?" she said, arguing that o…
(2021-11-07). WATCH: People protesting vaccine mandates square off with counter-rally in Boston. rt.com 
Police had to intervene after people protesting Covid-19 vaccine mandates and government restrictions clashed with counter-protesters over the weekend in Boston. | The organizers behind the main protest — dubbed 'Rise Against Tyranny' — said they were demonstrating NOW: Clashing rallies on…
(2021-11-07). "Herd Stupidity": The Manufactured Covid Crisis, the Gene-based mRNA "Vaccine" and "The Pinnacles of Wealth and Power" globalresearch.ca
(2021-11-07). Biden administration 'prepared to defend' Covid-19 vaccine mandate even after appeals court freezes it. rt.com 
US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has said that the White House is "prepared to defend" its controversial vaccine mandate from a recent freeze imposed by an appeals court. | Asked if the mandate, which was set to be in place on January 4, could "survive" the recent court-ordered stop from the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, Murthy told ABC on Sunday that the mandate remains "appropriate and necessary" and will be defended in court. | "The president and the administration wouldn't have put these requirements in place if they didn't think they were appropriate and necessary," Murthy said, "and the administration i…
(2021-11-07). Mandatory Vaccine Agenda Is Step-by-Step Repealing Religious and Philosophical Exemptions. globalresearch.ca In this article published in early September 2019 (several months prior to the Covid crisis), Makia Freeman reviews (with foresight) various initiatives to introduce mandatory vaccination. This happened in the months leading up to the so-called pandemic. The …
(2021-11-07). How Vaccine Hysteria Could Spark A Totalitarian Nightmare. globalresearch.ca Incisive and carefully documented article (with foresight) by Dr. Lee Hieb, focussing on fundamental issues pertaining to the vaccine, first published by Global Research in early 2015. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has been vilified for making a …
(2021-11-07). Venezuela vaccinates 67% of its population against COVID-19. mronline.org 
Despite the U.S. blockade against Venezuela, the socialist government led by President Nicolás Maduro has been carrying out a successful mass vaccination drive against COVID-19…
(2021-11-07). Video: Covid-19 Criminality. globalresearch.ca First published on June 13, 2021 | Worldwide, people have been misled both by their governments and the media as to the causes and devastating consequences of the Covid-19 "pandemic". | SARS-2 is upheld as the "killer virus". And now the Covid …
(2021-11-07). We Are Guinea Pigs in a Worldwide Experiment on Microplastics. globalresearch.ca Note to readers: please click the share buttons above | Important article first published in 2018. | A dramatic increase in the environmental impacts of plastics has occurred in the course of the 2020-21 Covid Crisis. According to the
(2021-11-07). The COVID Supply Chain Breakdown Can Be Traced to Capitalist Globalization. truthout.org 
A log-jam of container ships waiting to dock and unload in Los Angeles ports. Semiconductor shortages generating a backlog of orders around the world for computers and electronic devices. A massive container ship beached in the Suez Canal clogging up global merchant sea traffic. Rising energy prices due to delivery delays in oil and natural gas. Shortages of food and consumer items in stores. The global economy's transportation and logistical infrastructure appears to have broken down in recent…
(2021-11-07). F35A approved to carry nukes: US is Set to Make Nuclear War More Likely. warisacrime.org 
By Dave Lindorff The US is about to move towards a far more likely first use of nuclear weapons, with word that the Air Force has "completed flight testing" of the cost-and-performance-plagued F35A Lightning fighter, all units of which are being "upgraded" to carry thermonuclear weapons. What this means, as explained in a new article in Popular Mechanics, …