New Today -- 2 June 2017

Perspective

The Great Unraveling: The crisis of the post-war geopolitical order

The rapid shifts in international politics since President Trump's visit to Europe point to the disintegration of institutions that have shaped global politics for decades.

News & Analysis

Trump administration announces US withdrawal from Paris climate agreement

The move, which repudiates even the most modest targets for greenhouse gas emissions reductions, takes place amidst growing conflicts between the major powers and a raging political crisis within the US.

Over 200 killed in Sri Lankan floods, now cyclone hits Bangladesh

In French legislative elections, Mlenchon moves closer to Macron

As tensions with US mount, Germany reaffirms "strategic partnership" with China

Comey to testify before Congress as Trump-Russia investigation continues

US Supreme Court sides with police who broke into home and shot sleeping couple

San Diego children left to fend for themselves after immigrant parents arrested by US Border Patrol

Trump budget proposal signals new attacks, with devastating impact on New York City

After years of neglect, New York City faces transit crisis this summer

Illinois' largest hospital system plans $200 million in cuts

Prices of US branded prescription drugs rose 13 percent in 2016

Terror scare inflames martial law crisis in the Philippines

Melbourne airport incident raises questions about Australian "terrorism" scare campaigns

Reports expose Australian government coverup of armed attack on Manus Island detainees

Commentary

The issues of political principle in the UK general election

International Amazon Workers Voice

Ex-Amazon worker in Spain speaks out: "My life has been destroyed by Amazon"

Workers Struggles

Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa