International – Page 146

Geneva: On the road to Paris

February 18, 2015 By Marc Brodine

These negotiations take place against the backdrop of increasingly dire predictions about the results of climate change. 2014 was the hottest year on record.

Ban on travel to Cuba still in place

February 13, 2015 By Emile Schepers

The Cuban 5 are free, and difficult but promising negotiations have been going on in Havana about the restoration of full diplomatic relations.

Canadian Supreme Court: Public workers have the right to strike

February 13, 2015 By Mark Gruenberg

As a result of Canadian laws and attitudes, union density there is at least double that in the U.S.

Greece’s Tsipras declares end to austerity, favors jobless over creditors

February 9, 2015 By Demetris Nellas

Alexis Tsipras set his leftist government on a collision course with Greece's creditors, proclaiming an end to the era of austerity and "five years of bailout barbarity."

Repression increases against Sudanese left and progressive media

February 9, 2015 By Emile Schepers

Sudan has been in an increasing state of turmoil since its southernmost part broke off in 2011 and formed the Republic of South Sudan.