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Police gear up in Chicago as thousands join anti-NATO rallies
Police gear up in Chicago as thousands join anti-NATO rallies Thousands of protesters have flooded Chicago ahead of a NATO summit on Sunday. A huge showdown is expected later, with police already on high alert. Around a dozen activists were arrested on the eve of the gathering - three were charged with conspiracy to cause terror. RT's Anastasia Churkina is in Chicago. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website...
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100 Day Clash: Protesters strike despite ban in Canada
100 Day Clash: Protesters strike despite ban in Canada Ahead of the 100th day of the student protest movement in Montreal, the city has seen the most violent clashes so far with more than 300 arrests over the weekend. The demonstrations originally broke out over university tuition hikes advocated by Quebec's provincial government. An emergency law aimed at restoring order in the province was passed on Friday. For more RT talks to Canadian journalist, Michel Boyer. Subscribe to RT!...
Julian Assange Show: Rafael Correa (E6)
Julian Assange Show: Rafael Correa (E6) This week, Julian Assange talks to the President of Ecuador, Rafael Correa. Correa is a left wing populist who has changed the face of Ecuador. But unlike his predecessors he holds a Ph.D. in economics. According to US embassy cables, Correa is the most popular President in Ecuador's democratic history. But in 2010 he was taken hostage in an attempted coup d'etat. He blames the coup attempt on corrupt media and has launched a controversial...
Keiser Report: Scatological Finance (E291)
Keiser Report: Scatological Finance (E291) In this episode, Max Keiser and co-host, Stacy Herbert, discuss naked short selling by Goldman Sachs and piling on JP Morgan all while being hounded by a Fox News helicopter. In the second half of the show Max talks to Francine McKenna of reTheAuditors.com about Jamie Dimon, London whales and MF Global. Follow Max Keiser on Twitter: http://twitter.com/maxkeiser Watch all Keiser Report shows here:...
Siege of Chicago: Anti-NATO march baton charged
Siege of Chicago: Anti-NATO march baton charged Protesters have clashed with police as thousands of activists took part in an anti-NATO demonstration in Chicago, where the military bloc's summit drawing to a close. At least 60 people have been arrested. The clashes occurred as the demonstrators were trying to push their way through a police line to the site of the meeting. Protesters threw plastic bottles and paint balloons at police which used batons against them. At least 12 people were...
JP Morgan caught on the run having the runs
JP Morgan caught on the run having the runs Watch the full Keiser Report 291 later on Tuesday! In this episode, Max Keiser and co-host, Stacy Herbert, discuss naked short selling by Goldman Sachs and piling on JP Morgan all while being hounded by a Fox News helicopter. In the second half of the show Max talks to Francine McKenna of reTheAuditors.com about Jamie Dimon, London whales and MF Global. Follow Max Keiser on Twitter: http://twitter.com/maxkeiser Watch all Keiser Report shows here:...
Take Two: SpaceX Falcon 9 Dragon rocket blasts off to ISS
Take Two: SpaceX Falcon 9 Dragon rocket blasts off to ISS The California-based private SpaceX company has successfully carried out the lift-off of the first commercial supply flight to the International Space Station. An earlier planned launch was aborted over the weekend due to technical problems. The Dragon capsule is due to spend a week at the space station before being cut loose and parachuting into the Pacific. Subscribe to RT!...
Why You Should Care: GMOs on your plate (E6)
Why You Should Care: GMOs on your plate (E6) So how many GMOs does one put into one's stomach daily? Tim's robot friend couldn't care less, so it's a challenge to explain that the unknown effects of genetically modified organisms on our body could strike several years down the line. Tim Kirby's channel: http://www.youtube.com/tkirby3679 Why You Should Care on our website: http://rt.com/programs/why-care-summary Why You Should Care on YouTube:...
Hasta la vista US: Mexicans wave goodbye as crisis deepens
Hasta la vista US: Mexicans wave goodbye as crisis deepens Thousands of Mexicans are packing for home after finding less opportunity in the United States than they'd hoped. Discovering a fragile economy and weak job market, many illegal immigrants are heading back south of the border, reversing a decades-old trend. Madina Kochenova has more. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website http://rt.com/on-air Like us on Facebook...
'No cash for NATO adventures in Afghanistan, but Pentagon stays'
'No cash for NATO adventures in Afghanistan, but Pentagon stays' And, as protests unfolded in the streets outside the NATO summit - some big announcements have been made inside. The talks mainly focused on Afghanistan and missile defense in Europe - with the bloc's chief saying the shield is up and running with 'interim capability'. RT's Gayane Chichakyan reports. And also to discuss the implications of what's been achieved at the NATO summit so far RT talks to Asia Times roving correspondent...
Video: Rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse seen across Asia
Video: Rare 'ring of fire' solar eclipse seen across Asia Millions of people across Asia were watching the sky as a rare 'ring of fire' eclipse crossed their skies. A 'ring of fire', or annular eclipse, appears when the Moon is further away and does not prevent all sunlight from getting through. During an annular eclipse, as the Moon aligns with the Sun, it appears as if there is a black hole in the middle of a burning disc -- its name comes from annulus, which means 'ring' in Latin. This...
'NATO war machine responsible for global violence'
'NATO war machine responsible for global violence' Day one of the NATO summit in Chicago has been marked by mass demonstrations that resulted in fierce clashes with police. A dozen people were reportedly injured and around 60 arrested after officers started using batons to disperse thousands-strong crowds. RT's Anastasia Churkina was in the middle of what became the biggest rally in a week of anti-war protests. And co-director of the anti-war International Action Center Sara Flounders is also...
'We want NATO ended': Thousands march in Chicago
'We want NATO ended': Thousands march in Chicago NATO's summit in Chicago has been greeted by crowds of activists pouring into the city streets to protest against the bloc's costly and deadly wars. Saturday saw clashes with police and further arrests, with the protesters pledging their numbers will swell over the next two days. RT's Anastasia Churkina is in Chicago. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website...
'We are the police': Egypt security nightmare
'We are the police': Egypt security nightmare Egyptians vote next week in the country's first presidential election since former leader Hosni Mubarak was ousted. But they'll cast their ballots amid accusations by Human Rights Watch that the military has been torturing hundreds of protesters arrested early this month. RT's Irina Galushko has more on the security nightmare left after the revolution. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE...
'Vicious spiral of decline: Germany leads Europe into a worse crisis'
'Vicious spiral of decline: Germany leads Europe into a worse crisis' Germany's relentless push for Eurozone-wide austerity is driving the global economy towards catastrophe. So says the British Shadow Chancellor or opposition finance spokesman Ed Balls, who argues that someone's got to persuade Berlin to change course. To discuss this in more detail, RT talks to James Meadway, senior economist at the New Economics Foundation think-tank in London. Subscribe to RT!...
Assange Episode 6: Coups & Corruption
Assange Episode 6: Coups & Corruption He's been called one of the most democratic leaders in Latin America's history - and is a champion of the poor. Ecuador's President Rafael Correa appears on whistleblower Julian Assange's show on Tuesday - exclusively on RT. From coups to oust him, to strained relations with the US - he describes the challenges he faces under attack from the rich and powerful. RT talks to correspondent Laura Smith who has more. The World Tomorrow - official video...
The Motherland Calls: Russia's symbol of victory (RT documentary)
The Motherland Calls: Russia's symbol of victory (RT documentary) She stands 52 meters tall: six meters taller than the famous symbol of the United States. She weighs 8,000 tons. The Guinness Book of Records called her the tallest sculpture in the world at the time of construction. Two hundred steps, symbolizing the 200 days of the Battle of Stalingrad, lead from the bottom of the hill to the monument. She is Russia's symbol of victory! The Motherland calls on RT! Subscribe to RT!...
'Twitter, Facebook wars unleashed by lack of press freedom'
'Twitter, Facebook wars unleashed by lack of press freedom' RT talks to Sharif Nashashibi -- chairman and co-founder of Arab Media Watch, an independent, non-profit watchdog set up in 2000 to strive for objective coverage of Arab issues in the British media. Nashashibi told RT that banning media from reporting on the Arab Spring threw the governments into a battle with social media hijacked by an uncontrollable opposition propaganda genie. Subscribe to RT!...
CrossTalk: Banking Mafia
CrossTalk: Banking Mafia The banks can't help themselves when it comes to taking on risky investments that endanger not only their livelihood if they fail, but the economy of the entire country. Do the words Lehman Brothers mean nothing to the crew directing JP Morgan? Just as the "99 per cent" start to recover (maybe) from the Great Recession, the banks are again playing roulette with the global economy's future. Is the recent JP Morgan case merely another one-off miscalculation or is it...
Deadly & Destructive: More video of quake-hit Italy
Deadly & Destructive: More video of quake-hit Italy A strong earthquake shook northern Italy early on Sunday, killing at least four people, toppling buildings and sending residents running into the streets, emergency services and news reports said. The magnitude-6.0 temblor struck at 4:04 a.m. (2:04 GMT) on Sunday between Modena and Mantova, about 35 kilometers (22 miles) north-northwest of Bologna at a relatively shallow depth of 5 kilometers (3.2 miles), the US Geological Survey said. It...
'Serbs had enough of Tadic oligarchy that kept them in poverty'
'Serbs had enough of Tadic oligarchy that kept them in poverty' Nationalist Tomislav Nikolic has defeated the pro-EU candidate and incumbent Boris Tadic in Serbia's presidential vote. Voters blamed him for the economic downturn, job losses and corruption during his two terms. His successor previously known for his anti-Western stance says however he won't lead the country "from its European path". Political expert Marko Gasic says that voters had simply run out of patience with Boris Tadic. ...
Video: Strong earthquake strikes northern Italy
Video: Strong earthquake strikes northern Italy A 6.0-magnitude earthquake has hit northern Italy, reportedly killing at least six people and injuring 50 others. The quake struck some 36 km northwest of the city of Bologna and was followed by a powerful aftershock. Local officials say one man died in the locality of Bordeno when a warehouse collapsed during the quake. Two others were killed in a cave-in at a ceramics factory in Sant'Agostino di Ferrara. Two women have also died of heart...
Rock & A Hard Place? Grexit looms while G8 pushes for stay
Rock & A Hard Place? Grexit looms while G8 pushes for stay Debt-stricken Greece should stay in the Eurozone - that's the united message from leaders of the world's most powerful economies, after a day of crisis talks in the US. Athens dominated the G8 gathering, amid fears it may be headed for a chaotic and unprecedented exit from the single currency block. However, some believe that talks behind closed doors suggested a different agenda for the troubled nation. RT's Anissa Naouai has the...
'Crushing Bahrain revolution crucial to war plans against Iran'
'Crushing Bahrain revolution crucial to war plans against Iran' Annexation - that's what tens of thousands of protesters in the Middle East are calling new Arab union plans. It comes after Saudi Arabia said it wants to form an alliance with Bahrain, paving the way for an EU-style of integration. Independent political analyst Dan Glazebrook explains why he thinks the Bahraini government is so supportive of the plan. Subscribe to RT!...
Robbed by Revolt: Tourism dead in the water in Syria
Robbed by Revolt: Tourism dead in the water in Syria For years Syria was able to capitalize on its rich history and ancient cities to build a thriving tourist industry. But after months of conflict, this vital source of income has all but dried up. And as RT's Oksana Boyko reports, many in the country feel robbed by the revolution. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website http://rt.com/on-air Like us on Facebook...
CrossTalk: Farewell Israel? (ft. Norman Finkelstein)
CrossTalk: Farewell Israel? (ft. Norman Finkelstein) Norman Finkelstein's new book on the American Jewish community has been both widely praised and criticized by influential writers. So is the American-Jewish romance with Israel coming to an end? Are the American Jews known for their liberal views distancing themselves from Israel? Or is it simply an overstatement? Do they support the current Israeli policies? Does the Israeli lobby represent their views? And do they have a strong connection...
'Launch' video: SpaceX Dragon fails to fire
'Launch' video: SpaceX Dragon fails to fire SpaceX Falcon 9 set to blast off from Cape Canaveral on May 19 has failed to launch. The unmanned Dragon module loaded with half a ton of provisions for the ISS was meant to become the first private-made vessel to carry out a space expedition to the station. The countdown was practically through and the engine ignition sequence reportedly started when on-board computers automatically halted the process. READ MORE: http://on.rt.com/lseqkh Subscribe...
Shared Grief: Bereavement brings Israelis & Palestinians together
Shared Grief: Bereavement brings Israelis & Palestinians together Common grief is uniting Israelis and Palestinians who've lost loved ones to the long-lasting conflict between them. It's a unique gathering of suffering parents, who want to increase understanding and bring peace closer. But their goal is all but out of reach, as RT's Paula Slier reports. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website http://rt.com/on-air Like...
JP Morgan Pogrom in Kansas City
JP Morgan Pogrom in Kansas City Watch the full Keiser Report 290 on Saturday. In this episode, Max Keiser and co-host, Stacy Herbert, discuss the Guernica of the financial war and the 'eternity' of 100 microseconds. In the second half of the show Max talks to artist, Alex Schaefer, about burning Chase, dangerous derivatives and paper dollars. Follow Max Keiser on Twitter: http://twitter.com/maxkeiser Watch all Keiser Report shows here:...
American Spring: The Documentary
American Spring: The Documentary Even the cold early spring of 2012 could not deter Occupy Wall Street (OWS) activists in New York city. People from different backgrounds continue to come out onto the streets. The agenda driving all the protesters remains the same: income inequality, corruption among banks and multinational corporations, foreclosures, climate change, police brutality and above all, the need to get together and talk in person -- not just via mobile phones. It is all about the...
Police arrest 400 'Blockupy' activists in Frankfurt
Police arrest 400 'Blockupy' activists in Frankfurt READ MORE + PHOTOS: http://on.rt.com/oqkebw The protest mood is brewing in Europe. Protests target capitalism and austerity policies. In Germany, thousands are expected to rally in the country's financial capilal, Frankfurt, marking the climax of a four-day campaign called 'Blockupy'. RT's Peter Oliver is in the city. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website...
Keiser Report: Guernica of Financial War (E290)
Keiser Report: Guernica of Financial War (E290) In this episode, Max Keiser and co-host, Stacy Herbert, discuss the Guernica of the financial war and the 'eternity' of 100 microseconds. In the second half of the show Max talks to artist, Alex Schaefer, about burning Chase, dangerous derivatives and paper dollars. Follow Max Keiser on Twitter: http://twitter.com/maxkeiser Watch all Keiser Report shows here: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL768A33676917AE90 (E1-E200)...
Saudi + Bahrain: Decaying dictatorship shored-up by Gulf Union?
Saudi + Bahrain: Decaying dictatorship shored-up by Gulf Union? In Iran, protests backed by the state have been organised against plans to form a European Union-style bloc amongst the Gulf states. Two key American allies, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain would be the first Arab Gulf nations to sign an agreement. Iran has called the idea a U.S.-backed plot to see Bahrain become part of Saudi Arabia. Bahrain has seen anti-government protests for more than a year, with fears now the potential union could...
Cameron slams Euro bosses as people pull the plug
Cameron slams Euro bosses as people pull the plug Britain's Prime Minister says the Eurozone must make up or break up. David Cameron told business leaders that the beleagured single currency countries are at a crossroads which demands urgent action to avoid sparking a global depression. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website http://rt.com/on-air Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Twitter...
'Saudis modern gladiators serving US'
'Saudis modern gladiators serving US' Demonstrations have taken center stage in the Gulf, where tens of thousands rallied in Iran and Bahrain against the latter's integration plans with Saudi Arabia. In Bahrain crowds chanted that their country was 'not for sale', while Tehran said the proposed deal was a plot aimed at wiping the entire state off the map. Soraya Sepahpour-Ulrich, US independent researcher talks to RT. She says the United States has typically used Saudi Arabia similar to the...
'Grexit: Army on streets & border shutdown'
'Grexit: Army on streets & border shutdown' European politicians failed to see that the single currency's existence is in peril, trying to blame the system's failures on individual countries, Aditya Chakrabortty, lead economics writer for The Guardian newspaper, told RT. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our website http://rt.com/on-air Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Twitter...