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Gate of Dignity is Built on Lands of Beit Iksa North of Jerusalem

Israeli army now inside of the village.

(BAB AL-KARAMA, Occupied Palestine) - Palestinians in Beit Iksa overlooking Jerusalem just built a new village they called Bab Al-Karama (Gate of Dignity) on their land behind the apartheid wall that Israel has built across Palestinian land.

They are calling on Palestinians and Internationals to join them in their popular struggle to hold on to their lands.

Social Justice Indelibly Sewn Into My Soul

My interest in political affairs became the ideal outlet for being heard and respected.

(SALEM) - This being written on the eve of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, I deem this the optimal occasion to tell the true story on how Social Justice and my soul became an emotional umbilical cord.

It all began in my native town of Brooklyn, NY.

Sacramento Museum Showcasing Hindu Gods

The art had a long and rich tradition in Hinduism and ancient Sanskrit literature/

(SACRAMENTO, CA) - Renowned Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento is exhibiting various Hindu deities in its current “Celestial Realms: The Art of Nepal” exhibition, which will continue till February 10.

Its 44 works reportedly include bronze-stone-wood sculptures, paintings, ritual objects, tribal pieces and masks; dating as far back as eighth century...

Martin Luther King, Inauguration Day and Our Shifting Awareness

The entire war economy demands a complete review as we face the finite fragile future of our planet.

(PORTLAND, OR) - This year’s presidential inauguration on Martin Luther King Day finds us as a nation and people at a remarkable crossroads.

We have the same daunting issues we have faced for years before us; and yet there is something different. There is a developing shift in our consciousness and responsibility.

NaSaKa Detains Two Rohingyas in Maungdaw

Reliable sources tell us many Rohingyas are extorted for money by authorities in northern Arakan.

(MAUNGDAW, Arakan State) - The Burma border security force (NaSaKa) detained two Rohingyas in their area, known as number 8, ten days ago, according to a local businessman.

“They were arrested over allegation for involving in human trafficking - sending Rohingyas to Malaysia by sea route,” the witness said.

`Revolution: Sing That Song` Absolutely Kicks Ass

This song is packing heat, any way you look at it.

(SACRAMENTO / BOSTON) - Hard hitting East Coast lyrics with a shot of London street logic; this new cut by Ace, Arafat and Gandhi is so powerful that it can't be held back!

The raw, international sound of 'Revolution: Sing That Song' is like Lowkey meets Everlast... and it is a convincing call to arms for those willing to speak out against the victimization of poor huddled masses.

Human Rights Ambassador William Gomes Calls for Justice in Syria

I understand that there may be questions about how justice could affect prospects for a peace settlement in Syria.

(SALEM) - William Nicholas Gomes, Human Rights Ambassador for Salem-News.com had extensively shared his concern regarding widespread violations by Syrian government security forces and officials.

Gomes has concluded that government forces have committed crimes against humanity.

Taking the Law into Our own Hands: A Fine and Necessary Tradition in the Face of Tyranny

To no-one will we sell, to no-one will we deny or delay right or justice. - Clause 40, The Magna Carta, 1215

(DAYTONA BEACH, FL) - The retired New York City cop stared at me with the eyes of someone who knew too much. He said matter of factly,

“It’s standard practice here not to prosecute child rapists for a first offense. They have to rape a kid ten, maybe fifteen times before there’s a good chance of conviction.”

Why Palestinian Diaspora Must Become Engaged Politically

Zionism makes its case mainly by ASSERTION. It rarely produces evidence to back its version of events.

(LONDON) - The following is the text of an address I delivered yesterday to a conference in London organized by the Palestine Return Centre on the subject of Britain’s Legacy in Palestine.

I was aware that what I was going to say would be uncomfortable listening for some in the audience, but almost all thanked for saying what has to be said.

End Of Constitutional Governance In Sri Lanka - Gadaffi Also Said `The People Love Me`

The purported removal of a serving Chief Justice, and the purported appointment of a new Chief Justice, marks the end of constitutional governance in Sri Lanka.

(COLOMBO, Sri Lanka Colombo Telegraph) - In Libya, at the height of the 2011 revolution, it was said that Colonel Gadaffi did not believe rebel claims of captured territory.

And, as Tripoli was being encircled, Gadaffi famously exclaimed to a BBC interviewer that “the people love me”.