Agreement reached over future of Iran's nuclear programme | What's Left

The deal between Iran and the EU3+3 (United Kingdom, France, Germany, China, Russian Federation, and United States) is a victory for those who have been calling for a diplomatic solution to an issue which, for much of the past decade, was a ready pretext for war. The unlocking of Iranian assets will also increase its regional influence and likely instigate a conventional arms race with Israel, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf-Arab monarchies. Such a development will bolster the stocks of American weapons manufacturers.

'Our Revolution'? Bernie Sanders Launches New Organization, But Key Staffers Quit in Protest | Democracy NOW!

France 'burkini ban': Images of police on beach fuel debate | BBC

Oklahoma Man Charged With Killing Arab Neighbor While Awaiting Trial for Attacking Victim's Mom | NBC

UK: New report reveals fresh details of CIA rendition flights and black site detentions | Amnesty International

'What Would She Do in Iraq?': As Clinton Slams Trump for ISIS Speech, We Look at Her Own Positions | Democracy NOW!

Left Noise: Victor Jara Edition

Victor Jara was a Chilean political activist and folk singer who was murdered when the US-backed Pinochet overthrew the democratically elected Salvador Allende in 1973. In June of this year, 2016, a Chilean army officer was found liable for the murder of Victor Jara in 1973.

Another world is still possible, and more necessary than ever | What's Left

Space like the World Social Forum are necessary, but it must be remembered that social activism is local first.

There should be no rushing the “Internet of Things” | What's Left

Many who see technology as a panacea are pushing for more of these devices and, more dangerously, the connection of the devices to the internet. Such thinking is a combination of clueless, careless, and wilful ignorance that can put the very fabric of democracy at risk.

What's Left 2016-08-07 Volume 69

There should be no rushing the “Internet of Things”; Another world is still possible, and more necessary than ever; Extreme climate change is real and it's here; LEFT NOISE (Special edition)