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OAKLAND, Calif., May 28, 2026 — At least 51 whales have died along the West Coast already this year, according to an analysis of public data and media reports by the Center for Biological Diversity. If whale deaths continue at this rate, 2026 could rank among the deadliest years for West Coast whales — second only to 2019, when a record-setting 122 whales died....

announcement re: Pride Stud Alley...

El amor y el desamor según el futbol, “la realidad en México vs lo superficial del Mundial”: Marcos...

May 27, 2026 — From California to New Jersey, people in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention have launched hunger and labor strikes, bravely putting their lives on the line to demand their freedom and protest the horrendous and inhumane conditions they are subjected to in detention. At Delaney Hall in New Jersey, the labor and hunger strike began in response to people being denied fresh food, medical care, and functioning air conditioning. Reportedly, over 200 people remain on...

A solidarity rally was held at the Brazilian consulate in San Francisco to demand that Lula and Brazil break the US oil blockade of Cuba and ship oil to Cuba. The Brazilian oil workers union has already demanded that Petrobras and the Lula government start shipping oil to break the blockade by the US to strangle Cuba....

The struggle for union democracy and membership control is being fought out in the Teamsters union in many locals. One of the fights was the effort to have an bylaw election in Vegas Local 631 and the effort to shutdown a vote on elected shop stewards....

The release of the plan takes place at a critical time when California salmon and Delta fish populations have collapsed, due to the export of water south to corporate agribusiness and water agencies....

Otra Paz es Posible NO a la guerra!...

HUD Secretary Scott Turner attacks those with disabilities in HUD's subsidized housing projects who have service animals and emotional support animals....

This article examines the impact of increased ICE enforcement on immigrant communities in Marin County, particularly within San Rafael’s Canal neighborhood. Through interviews and local reporting, it explores how fear of detention affects daily life, education, work, and community trust. The piece highlights the experiences of residents and outreach workers who have witnessed growing anxiety among families. It also discusses the broader political and social climate surrounding immigration enf...

Hidden among Venice’s rich tapestry of art, Islamic-inspired architecture, museums, culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks is the unique religious relic of “St. Peter’s Chair,” housed in Venice’s first cathedral, the Basilica di San Pietro di Castello. Originally constructed in 841AD, the church was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1120. Later, in 1558, the Basilica was transformed into its present design by Italian Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio....

Andalucía: fallecimiento de El Cabrero, compañero "sin rienda ni jierro encima", referente del flamenco rebelde...

On May 18, jurors in Oakland CA reached a verdict in less than two hours on a federal lawsuit brought by Elon Musk against OpenAI, its CEO Sam Altman, and president Greg Brockman. Musk, founder of xAI, accused OpenAI of moving from its not-for-profit origins to a profit-making model. Musk lost ... and protesters at the xAI headquarters in Palo Alto delighted in calling Musk a loser the same day....

Large wooden horse connects current conflict to ancient narrative...

The Green Party of Alameda County's 12-page voter guide is here: https://acgreens.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/gpac_vg_0626.pdf...

Thirty thousand faculty members of the CSU system are facing major attacks with layoffs of thousands of lecturers, use of AI to eliminate positions and the increasing ICE attacks. Kevin Wehr who is the CFA chief negotiator talks about the contract issues....

A break-in took place at a Marysville, CA falconry center on April 17th, 2026. Various news outlets have reported that a number of hawks, owls, and other species of birds were let out sometime in the early morning hours and that some property damage occured. An anonymous communiqué explains the motive behind the liberation....

Court Navigation and Local Ordinance Assistance for the Houseless Community...

Students call on Port Commissioners to de-certify Environmental Report based on false information....

REI proposals included moratoriums on organizing and public communications, a six-year contract length, and mandatory giving to REI’s charity of choice REI Union workers and allies will take a stand outside REI stores to alert customers about the boycott “REI has the ability to pick up the phone and get serious” – REI Union worker...

A NUHW Kaiser licensed clinical therapist and social worker Ilana Marcucci-Morris issued a statement about the Musk Altman trial and the threat to workers and patients at Kaiser....

A national group with more than 1 million online supporters today named six Democrats in the House who deserve to be “primaried” by progressive challengers....

Black and Latino drivers were more likely to be searched...