(2025-02-19). USAID falls, exposing a giant network of U.S.-funded "independent" media. strategic-culture.su By Alan MACLEOD | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The Trump administration's decision to pause USAID funding has plunged hundre…
(2025-02-19). A 16-year-old Palestinian child shot and killed by the Israeli occupation army east of Rafah, southern Gaza, in yet another breach of the ceasefire agreement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Defend Lisa Davis. popularresistance.org The attacks on the Uhuru Movement Continue. | On March 31st, 2024, Lisa Davis, vice chair of the Black Is Back Coalition for Social Justice, Peace, and Reparations, was attending a pro Palestine weekly vigil in South Orange, New Jersey, when a disturbed zionist aggressively ran towards the protestors, verbally assaulted her and aggressively got into her face. | The crowd had to intervene to make him back off. It is clear from the videos that it is the zionist who was the aggressor against Lisa and the demonstrators. | But New Jersey is protecting him and is falsely charging Lisa Davis with organizing a special ev…
(2025-02-19). Iran Condemns US' Plan for Forced Relocation of Gazans. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's ambassador to the United Nations strongly condemned the US' colonial plan to forcibly displace and uproot Palestinians from Gaza, describing it as a flagrant violation of international law and a grave assault on fundamental human rights.
(2025-02-19). NAM Condemns Israeli Crimes in Palestine. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Speaking on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement, Iran's deputy ambassador to the UN condemned the brutal Israeli military campaign against Palestinians, particularly in Gaza, and reiterated the demand for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and protection of the Palestinian people.
(2025-02-19). Trump's phone call with Putin — Peace or posturing? workers.org 
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a phone conversation on Feb. 12. Nothing was agreed to, not even a ceasefire, and no treaty has been signed between Russia and Ukraine. Arms shipments haven't stopped. But the mere fact that there was a conversation is cause for . . . |
(2025-02-19). Gaza: Israeli Forces Shoot Palestinian Citizens, Woman Dies of Previous Wounds. imemc.org 
Israeli forces shot three Palestinians, east of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, while a woman succumbed wounds she sustained during the 15 month Israeli offensive in Gaza. WAFA correspondent reported that the woman, Salima Abu Shaaban, succumbed to wounds she sustained during Israel's 15 month long offensive. He added that over the past 24 …
(2025-02-19). Israel Maintains Occupation In Key Areas After Withdrawal From Lebanon. popularresistance.org The Israeli army has maintained its occupation of at least five key locations in southern Lebanon after completing the withdrawal of most of its troops from the south early on 18 February. | Israeli forces continue to occupy Labbouneh, Mount Blat, Owayda Hill, Aaziyyeh, and Hammamis Hill. | According to AlJadeed's correspondent, the "number of points from which Israeli occupation forces have not withdrawn has risen to seven, with its forces remaining on the international border road extending from Odaisseh to the entrance to Kfar Kila, along the border wall, and its positioning in the Batishiyeh area on the outsk…
(2025-02-19). Walla News quotes Israeli security officials: Details on next phase of Gaza deal are unclear, there are fears of ceasefire collapse. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). China-Saudi ties, Beijing and Seoul chase defence deals: SCMP daily highlights. scmp.com From new global financial governance voices to Donald Trump Jnr's China comments, here's a round-up from today's China and economy coverage.
(2025-02-19). Gauteng Legislature bemoans night club incident. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Legislature bemoans night club incident | The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety, has called on law enforcement agencies to ensure those responsible for the inhumane treatment of patrons at ZanZou nightclub in Pretoria, are swiftly apprehended and brought to justice. | The committee strongly condemned the shocking videos circulating on social media, which depict the alleged brutal and barbaric handling of patrons perpetrated at Zanzou nightclub. | Committee Chairperson, Bandile Masuku said the incident is a grave violation of human rights and an abuse of the dignity o…
(2025-02-19). NSW Labor uses antisemitic attacks to justify curbing protest rights. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). The Debate Surrounding First Comers in The Indian Subcontinent. ummid.com The assertions of 'first comer' are the hallmark of sectarian nationalism and contrary to the values of Indian Constitution and United Nations Declaration of Human rights.
(2025-02-19). UN Probe Nails Hasina Regime for Crimes Against Humanity. ummid.com The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) in a damning report points fingers at the crackdown by security forces and they are said to have committed human rights violations with impunity.
(2025-02-19). Israeli opposition leader MK Yair Lapid: Netanyahu's government must be toppled, as it has no answer or solution to any problematic issue in the country. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Argentina: 'Anti-fascist and anti-racist pride' against Milei. internationalviewpoint.org On Saturday 1 February, huge demonstrations took place across Argentina in response to President Javier Milei's speech at the Davos forum the previous week. In a half-hour speech to the cream of the capitalist world, Milei, in a significant mimicry of Trump, unrolled the catalogue of his hatreds: feminists, 'wokism', gay couples (whom he accused of paedophilia), progressivism, the left and 'leftists' (who must be 'driven out'). Hundreds of thousands of people across the country rose up not only against Milei and his ideology, but to assert their determination to fight for all democratic and social rights and to s…
(2025-02-19). German businessman admits European military crisis. infobrics.org EU's military stocks are reportedly "empty".
(2025-02-19). TUC slams Donald Trump as a 'political fraudster' and warns of far-right threat. thecanary.co Trades Union Congress (TUC) general secretary Paul Nowak has issued a stark warning to UK voters after US president Donald Trump's first few weeks in power has seen him attack workers' rights and vital workers' institutions. In a swipe at Reform leader Nigel Farage, Nowak has warned "this is what happens when you let the […] | By
(2025-02-19). Army Abducts Eleven Palestinians In Bethlehem, Nablus, And Hebron. imemc.org 
On Wednesday dawn, Israeli soldiers abducted at least eleven Palestinians, including siblings, from their homes in Bethlehem, Nablus, and Hebron in the occupied West Bank. In Bethlehem, south of occupied Jerusalem in the West Bank, the soldiers abducted six citizens from various areas of the governorate. Media sources said the occupation forces invaded several towns …
(2025-02-19). La economía mundial en 2024 y perspectivas para 2025: Los impactos para Cuba (II). cubadebate.cu Un conjunto de factores externos negativos han provocado que —a partir del 2019— la economía cubana haya recibido —acumulativamente— el impacto del bloqueo norteamericano recrudecido, las consecuencias de la covid-19, los efectos de la crisis económica internacional, que se mantiene desde el 2008 y las consecuencias de los conflictos bélicos en Ucrania y el Medio Oriente. A estos factores se añaden fenómenos climáticos adversos, que han golpeado con una fuerza creciente a nuestro país.
(2025-02-19). CPJ, 102 partners call for continued human rights scrutiny of South Sudan. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2025-02-19). Israeli Army Kills A Palestinian Child In Rafah. imemc.org 
On Wednesday morning, Israeli soldiers killed a Palestinian child and injured several Palestinians in Rafah, in the southernmost part of the Gaza Strip. Medical sources confirmed that the soldiers killed a child, Mohammad Abu Zakkar, 16, in the eastern area of Rafah. They added that the child was killed by a live round fired by …
(2025-02-19). Crisis in the Caucasus could escalate soon. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-19). Why the Reserve Bank's interest cut interest cut won't solve cost-of-living crisis. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Seattle Activists Win Excessive Compensation Tax to Fund Social Housing. inequality.org Seattle voters have just beaten the oligarchs, Amazon, Microsoft, the local Chamber of Commerce, the real estate industry, the coup makers and backers, the Muskites, and the Trumpiphiles. How? Through a ballot measure, the people in Seattle have just approved a tax on excessive executive compensation to fund affordable housing. The vote wasn't even close. …
(2025-02-19). The US Can Learn From South Koreans Who Stopped An Authoritarian. popularresistance.org As Elon Musk and his DOGE team set about dismantling government agencies, many Americans expected a strong response from Congressional Democrats. Instead, party leaders offered weak statements and little resistance to being refused entry to the very agencies they are tasked with overseeing. | This lack of urgency amid what's being called an administrative coup stoked a wave of angry calls to "do more." In their outrage on social media, many pointed to decisive action taken by politicians in other countries facing crisis. For example, someone on BlueSky noted that "South Korean politicians were literally scaling f…
(2025-02-19). 'Dialogue Works' edition of 19 February: Trump OBLITERATES Zelensky with SHOCKING Comments. gilbertdoctorow.com 'Dialogue Works' edition of 19 February: Trump OBLITERATES Zelensky with SHOCKING Comments Today's session with host Nim Alkhorshid covered the waterfront of issues from the past week, including the headline title assigned to this video on youtube. A substantially larger part was devoted to fleshing out the argument I presented in my latest essay on …
(2025-02-19). Is America In A Constitutional Crisis? Inside The DOJ And SDNY Resignations In Eric Adams Case. moguldom.com From the outside looking in and from the inside looking in, the United States seems to be in turmoil—with massive federal employee firings, federal department audits being conducted by special White House advisor (and sometime leader of DOGE) Elon Musk and his cadre of twentysomething-year-old computer programmers, lawsuits being filed against the Trump administration over …
(2025-02-19). Soldiers Shoot A Palestinian Near Ramallah. imemc.org 
On Tuesday evening, Israeli soldiers invaded Deir Abu Mashal village, northwest of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank's central part and shot a Palestinian. Media sources said several military vehicles invaded the village, leading to protests, and fired live rounds, rubber-coated steel bullets and gas bombs. The sources said that the soldiers shot a young …
(2025-02-19). Hamas ready to free all hostages at once in Gaza truce phase 2. scmp.com Israel's foreign minister said on Tuesday that talks would begin 'this week' on the second phase.
(2025-02-19). Gaza truce: Hamas to hand over 4 bodies, including Bibas children, and 6 living hostages. scmp.com The militants say Shiri Bibas and sons Ariel and Kfir were killed in an Israeli attack, but Israel says their deaths have not been confirmed.
(2025-02-19). Trump's Playing Right Into China's Hands #Trump's #Playing #Right #Into #China's #Hands #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – Asia Times) | Just one month into his second term, President Trump 2.0 has angered America's longstanding allies and wreaked havoc on Uncle Sam's carefully cultivated soft-power …
(2025-02-19). Official Interest Rates Have Been Cut, But Not Everyone Is A Winner #Official #Interest #Rates #Have #Been #Cut, #Everyone #Winner #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The Reserve Bank's decision to cut interest rates for the first time in four years has triggered a round of celebration. | Mortgage holders are cheering the fact their …
(2025-02-19). Israel creates directorate to oversee ethnic cleansing of Gaza. wsws.org On Monday, Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the creation of a directorate for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) tasked with overseeing the implementation of the plan announced by President Donald Trump to ethnically cleanse Gaza.
(2025-02-19). Major US think tank probes debt crisis. wsws.org Brookings Institution researchers drew attention to an article by long-time Republican Mitch Daniels in the Washington Post, | stating "only a dwindling number of denialists doubt that a cataclysmic reckoning … lies ahead."
(2025-02-19). Australian central bank cuts interest rates slightly but warns of uncertainty ahead. wsws.org The government-appointed Reserve Bank of Australia board begrudgingly cut rates to try to ease the political crisis produced by the widespread working-class hostility that has developed to the Labor government.
(2025-02-19). Efforts intensified to foster businesses. ecns.cn China has stepped up efforts to protect the rights of State-owned, private and foreign businesses, helping boost entrepreneur confidence and fostering a healthier business environment.
(2025-02-19). Ne Zha 2 draws enthusiastic crowds in Hong Kong premiere. ecns.cn The Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 premiered in Hong Kong on Tuesday, attracting a massive crowd, including devoted fans who watched the film three or four times. Some even traveled from the Chinese mainland specifically.
(2025-02-19). Trump Wants To Do A Deal For Ukraine's Critical Minerals. Will Zelensky Give Him What He Wants Or Will Putin? #Trump #Wants #Deal #Ukraine's #Critical #Minerals. #Zelensky #Give #What #Wants #Putin? #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The United States and Russia agreed to work on a plan to end the war in Ukraine at high-level talks in Saudi Arabia this week. Ukrainian and European representatives were …
(2025-02-19). Civics Education Is At An All-Time Low In Australia. Mapping Our 'Civic Journeys' May Help #Civics #Education #All-Time #Australia. #Mapping #'Civic #Journeys' #Help #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Although Australia has a strong and proud democracy , it nonetheless faces important challenges . | Among these, youth democratic engagement and civics education have been …
(2025-02-19). Insider Threat: Cyber Security Experts On Giving Elon Musk And DOGE The Keys To US Government IT Systems #Insider #Threat: #Cyber #Security #Experts #Giving #Elon #Musk #DOGE #Keys #Government #Systems #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A few weeks ago, word started to come out that the newly minted United States Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) had acquired unprecedented access to multiple US …
(2025-02-19). Israeli MK Lapid: War is not a goal but a tool for a political process, and this is what the Coalition does not understand. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Israeli MK Lapid: My biggest concern is that we would prevent the second phase of the deal, not Hamas. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Israel Hayom Hebrew newspaper: Last week alone, residents of the northern settlement of Metula were asked to enter protected areas three times for fear of drones. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). 3 vs 369: Israel, Palestine completes 6th batch of exchange deal. ummid.com The Palestinian Resistance groups led by Hamas Saturday February 15, 2025 released three captives in exchange of 369 Palestinians, some of them languishing in Israeli prisons for more than two decades.
(2025-02-19). Gaza Victory Set New Standard in Resistance Struggles: Ayatollah Khamenei. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei hailed the victory of the Gaza Strip against the Israeli regime, saying it set a new standard in resistance struggles.
(2025-02-19). Cops nick SEVEN Palestine Action supporters because they stopped Israel killing Palestinians. thecanary.co 
Seven people have been arrested after Palestine Action shut down the Israeli-owned Rafael weapons factory in Newcastle on Tuesday 18 February. The group's action was over the company's direct supply of weapons to the genocidal state of Israel. Palestine Action: seven nicked after Rafael action Three people used a specially-adapted vehicle to block both entrance […] | By
(2025-02-19). Jewish Man Arrested For Shooting Two Israelis He Thought Were Palestinian. scheerpost.com By Talia Mullin / Original to ScheerPost A Florida man, Mordechai Brafman, was arrested on Feb. 15, in Miami after shooting and injuring two people in their vehicle, having mistaken them for Palestinians. Though his intent was to harm what he thought were Palestinians, Brafman — who is Jewish himself — ended up harming a …
(2025-02-19). Il regime di Kiev attacca Chernobyl per sabotare i colloqui di pace. strategic-culture.su Il recente attacco provocatorio ucraino alla storica centrale nucleare è stato probabilmente orchestrato per influenzare l'opinione pubblica globale contro il processo diplomatico. | Segue nostro Negli ultimi giorni, un incidente che ha coinvolto un attacco con un drone alla centrale nucleare di Chernobyl ha generato polemiche e dibattiti. Secondo le autorità ucraine, un drone russo avrebbe colpito l'impianto, danneggiando la struttura i…
(2025-02-19). De progresista pacifista a militarista pro-drones: la extraña trayectoria política de Tulsi Gabbard. strategic-culture.su Alan MACLEOD | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Si bien muchos en la izquierda estadounidense han denunciado la absolución del tirador de Kenosha,…
(2025-02-19). US Energy Secretary Backs Coal And Attacks 'Sinister' Climate Targets. popularresistance.org Donald Trump's new energy secretary has today vowed to "get out of the way" of coal, oil and gas, and called the UK's 2050 net zero target "a sinister goal" that would "impoverish" people. | Chris Wright, an oil and gas industry executive appointed by U.S. President Trump, was speaking via video link at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) conference in London, a right-wing forum run by fierce opponents of climate policies. | He also downplayed the threat from extreme weather, and suggested that climate action is part of a plot to "grow government power" and "shrink human freedom".
(2025-02-19). Kerala's Healthcare Revolution: A Triumph Over Corporate Greed. popularresistance.org The New Indian Express reported on February 10, 2025, that Kerala has seen the closure of 99 private hospitals since 2011, citing the data from the Kerala Private Hospital Association (KPHA). The association believes this number is a conservative estimate, with the actual figure likely much higher. | Hussain Koya Thangal, President of the Kerala Private Hospital Association (KPHA), emphasized that while the cost of treatment has remained relatively stable, the financial burden of maintaining infrastructure and running hospitals has increased significantly.
(2025-02-19). Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition Prevails Over Housing Commission. popularresistance.org On February 11, the Montgomery County Circuit Court (the "Circuit Court") sided favorably with the motion for equitable relief from the Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition (BACC) against the Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC.) The BACC filed a lawsuit to stop HOC from selling Moses African Cemetery to a private developer, Bethesda based Charger Ventures. The decision was appealed to the MD Supreme Court. In a split decision, the Maryland Supreme Court remanded the case back to the Circuit Court and provided BACC and plaintiffs with the opportunity to amend their complaint and demand equitable relief, includin…
(2025-02-19). Trump Vs. The Deep State. popularresistance.org Wow. In a series of rapid-fire developments last week, the new Trump regime has decisively joined the battle with the deep state on the national security side. This is big, or could be. Either Donald Trump will begin to exert political control over the invisible government or the invisible government will sink Donald Trump just as it did during his first term as president. Let us be attentive. | The attack on USAID, the telephone call with Vladimir Putin, the incipient alienation of the Kiev regime, new talk of talks with the Islamic Republic, Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as director of national intelligence: I d…
(2025-02-19). Leonard Peltier Released From 49 Years Of Wrongful Incarceration. popularresistance.org Sumterville, FL — This morning, Leonard Peltier was released from over 49 years of wrongful incarceration. Mr. Peltier is an enrolled citizen of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and will reside on his tribal homelands in North Dakota. | Upon Peltier's request, NDN Collective is bringing him home to the Turtle Mountain community. NDN Collective and partners built upon five decades of organizing and led the advocacy that secured Peltier's release. Tomorrow, the organization is hosting a celebratory event and community feed to welcome Peltier back to his homelands.
(2025-02-19). Chaos In London As McKinsey & Co Targeted By Extinction Rebellion. popularresistance.org On Monday 17 February, Extinction Rebellion climate activists occupied McKinsey & Co and its London headquarters to demand it cuts all ties to its fossil fuel industry clients and starts putting planet before profit. Dozens of police arrived on the scene and arrested four campaigners, including two who were stood outside the building holding a banner. The protest began at midday when activists sprayed fake crude oil over the building's glass and steel exterior. A group of climbers scaled the entrance portico, lighting up smoke flares and unfurling a massive banner reading, "McKinsey & Company: Cut the T…
(2025-02-19). Vasily Goloborodko's Nightmare. "An Actor who Played a President, … Who became a President". Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca As a fan of the Ukrainian television series, Servant of the People, I can't help but be struck by the irony of an actor who played a president transitioning into an actor who became a president. Scripts, however, are one …
(2025-02-19). Leonard Peltier is released, finally! workers.org 
In the morning of Feb. 18, 2025, Leonard Peltier was released from a federal prison in Florida but remains under home confinement. Below are excerpts from a news release issued the day of Peltier's release by NDN Collective, an "Indigenous-led organization dedicated to building Indigenous power." Leonard PeltierPhoto: Angel White . . . |
(2025-02-19). An urgent necessity: Opening up a struggle against the dictatorship of the billionaires. workers.org 
The writer is Workers World Party's First Secretary. The plans that Trump and his inner circle of billionaires and extreme-right reactionaries have for saving U.S. imperialism's world domination and the capitalist system will not work. They will blow up in Trump's face and split the ruling alliance that he has . . . |
(2025-02-19). Forging alliances against imperialism. workers.org 
The Anti-War Action Network Founding Conference, held February 15—16, 2025, in St. Paul, Minnesota, brought together hundreds of activists from anti-war student groups, Palestine solidarity networks and seasoned campaigners to unite against U.S. imperialism and militarization. Attendees participated in dynamic panels such as "Palestine: Where Does Our Movement Need to . . . |
(2025-02-19). Boss Trump and Musk stage lockout — Workers fight back! workers.org President Donald Trump got elected in November by gaming the capitalist electoral system with billions of dollars from Elon Musk, the world's richest person, and a large section of the ruling class. Trump's ruling-class credentials were better known than those of Kamala Harris, who was targeted by right-wingers using racism . . . |
(2025-02-19). Yedioth Ahronoth: Hundreds of Lebanese residents have quickly begun rebuilding villages in southern Lebanon, while at the same time, northern residents living near the border fear returning to their settlements. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Forced Displacement of Palestinians From Occupied West Bank 'Largest Since 1967'. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-19). Islamic Revolution Guard: Thwarting an American -American Zionist Customer Network in Mazandaran in the north of the country. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Ta-Nehisi Coates' Trip to Palestine: Facing the Zionist Backlash. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-19). Close Bonds between Iran, Azerbaijan Unaffected by Boundaries: Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stressed that the deep-rooted and brotherly relations with the Republic of Azerbaijan could not be confined by the political frontiers.
(2025-02-19). BRICS, SCO, EEU Suitable Grounds for Iran-Russia Cooperation: President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian described the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU), BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) as new grounds for closer cooperation between Iran and Russia.
(2025-02-19). Iran Open to Resumption of Ties with Sudan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran welcomes the restoration of relations with Sudan, saying Islamic countries should avoid tensions and severance of ties.
(2025-02-19). IRGC Unveils Portable Air Defense Missile. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Ground Force unveiled a new air defense missile fired from trucks.
(2025-02-19). Bangladesh journalists face threats from attacks, investigations, and looming cyber laws. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
(2025-02-19). UFCW calls off King Soopers strike, agrees to 100 day "labor peace" wsws.org The sellout and premature cancellation of the two-week strike called on February 6 breaks the momentum of the strike and secures no real gains for workers, only an agreement to restart negotiations over the next 100 days. But, according to the union, no negotiations have actually been scheduled.
(2025-02-19). Pope had breakfast and slept peacefully, Vatican says after he was diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs, reports AP. devdiscourse.com
(2025-02-19). Evolving energy landscape reshaping industry ecosystems. ecns.cn Through integrating with artificial intelligence, technologies being used to develop the new energy industry in China are experiencing significant breakthroughs, experts recently said in Qingdao, Shandong province.
(2025-02-19). 'Super diamond' from graphite created. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have synthesized a "super diamond" that is 40 percent harder than natural diamonds and exhibits high thermal stability, a breakthrough that could enhance the performance of semiconductor materials in the future.
(2025-02-19). Why doesn't Ne Zha bear surname 'Li' of his father? Where is he from. ecns.cn The Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has taken the box office by storm, continuously breaking records. Various places across China have vied to claim the boy as their local deity, which raises a series of interesting questions: Where exactly is Ne Zha's hometown? Why Ne Zha doesn't bear the surname "Li" of his father Li Jing? Why does he have a double-bun hairstyle? Click the video for an expert's analysis!
(2025-02-19). It's no holiday at Panama hotel where hundreds deported by US are being held. scmp.com Migrants from China, India, Iran and Vietnam among hundreds being held in Panama City hotel in operation funded by the US.
(2025-02-19). Wang Yi at United Nations promotes multilateralism as US seems headed in other direction. scmp.com Chinese foreign minister stops in New York to build on theme as part of Beijing's month-long leadership of UN Security Council.
(2025-02-19). China condemns Trump's 'tariff shocks' at WTO, warns of possible global recession. scmp.com US unilateralism 'threatens to upend the rules-based multilateral trading system', Beijing's envoy to the international trade watchdog says.
(2025-02-19). New Chinese military tech renders the US a sitting duck in South China Sea. thesiriusrepo 
Paul assesses recent announcements in China, relating to military technology, which mean that the US' only possible tactical advantage over Beijing in places like the South China Sea have been reversed and the US has now been rendered a sitting duck in totality.
(2025-02-19). Cook Islands signs strategic agreement with China. wsws.org The tiny Pacific nation's partnership agreement with China was signed amid a furious diplomatic row with New Zealand, its former colonial ruler.
(2025-02-19). India's Call for a Revamp at the UN High Table. devdiscourse.com At a recent Security Council meeting led by China, India criticized nations resisting the expansion of the permanent membership as status quoists with narrow, non-progressive views, stressing that such opposition is no longer tolerable.
(2025-02-19). Private sector driving China's green-power advances. ecns.cn In recent years, Chinese private enterprises have emerged as the dominant force in the country's booming solar energy industry, driving innovation, manufacturing and market expansion, said industry experts and company executives.
(2025-02-19). Nation's efforts in green buildings garner praise. ecns.cn China continues to take the lead in environmentally friendly buildings, with people's growing demand for greener, healthier and more energy-smart edifices, said a major industry association.
(2025-02-19). CNPC's Daji gas field hits 3b cubic meters as 2024 output surges. ecns.cn China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) announced on Tuesday that its Daji gas field, China's first successfully developed deep coal-measure gas field, has achieved cumulative production of over 3 billion cubic meters.
(2025-02-19). First visa-free ASEAN tourist group visits Xishuangbanna. ecns.cn A 15-member tourist group from Laos and Thailand entered China through the Mohan Port on Sunday afternoon, becoming the first ASEAN tourist group to visit Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province under a newly implemented visa-free policy.
(2025-02-19). 6 killed, 2 injured in car crash in S China's Guangxi. ecns.cn Six people were killed and two were injured in a traffic accident in Tengxian County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, local police said Wednesday.
(2025-02-19). China's Rui'an to build first helicopter 6S service center in southern Zhejiang. ecns.cn Rui'an City in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, plans to establish a helicopter 6S center, according to a work report for 2025 recently released by the local government.
(2025-02-19). China holds leading position in humanoid robot industry: report. ecns.cn Among global humanoid robot-related businesses, 56 percent of companies and 45 percent of integrators are based in China, according to Morgan Stanley's report released on Feb. 6.
(2025-02-19). Dalian Port opens new shipping routes to Europe, the Mediterranean. ecns.cn Two new container shipping routes were launched at Dalian Port on Tuesday, linking the coastal city in northeast China's Liaoning Province with Europe and the Mediterranean.
(2025-02-19). China unveils top archaeological discoveries of 2024. ecns.cn Six notable archaeological sites in China were recognized as the top new discoveries of 2024, as revealed on Wednesday during an annual forum organized by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.
(2025-02-19). Household spending key to strong growth. ecns.cn As China navigates a decline in the property market and rising global economic uncertainties, consumption is poised to assume an even more crucial role in driving the country's economic growth this year, analysts said.
(2025-02-19). Public data platform prepares for launch. ecns.cn China is ramping up efforts to explore the authorized operation of public data and expand the application scenarios for data resources, as part of its broader push to fully unleash the value of data elements and facilitate the high-quality growth of the country's digital economy.
(2025-02-19). Sichuan, Chongqing to partner on key projects. ecns.cn Sichuan province and Chongqing in Southwest China are set to collaborate on 320 key projects this year, as part of efforts to enhance the region's economic growth.
(2025-02-19). China sees residential property sales rise in January. ecns.cn The month-on-month sales prices of commercial residential properties in China's first-tier cities recorded a sustained rise in January, while the second and third-tier cities saw a modest overall decline.
(2025-02-19). U.S. unilateral tariffs cause 'tariff shocks' worldwide, says China's Ambassador to WTO. ecns.cn China's Ambassador to the WTO Li Chenggang voiced strong concern at the first 2025 meeting of the WTO's General Council over the U.S.' unilateral imposition of tariffs and their harmful effects on Tuesday…
(2025-02-19). China's first helicopter-borne electromagnetic detection system deployed. ecns.cn China's first helicopter airborne magnetotelluric detection system has been successfully applied to a plateau railway construction project, the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) said on Tuesday.
(2025-02-19). Veteran arrested on espionage charges. ecns.cn China's top counterespionage agency announced on Tuesday a case involving a veteran who was arrested on suspicion of colluding with foreign espionage and intelligence agencies to steal Chinese military secrets.
(2025-02-19). C-PAR1 project makes fruitful achievements. ecns.cn China's Protected Area Reform for Conserving Globally Significant Biodiversity (C-PAR1), financed by the Global Environment Facility, has achieved remarkable success, surpassing several objectives by a significant margin.
(2025-02-19). Bird flu: They are re-running the covid script. expose-news.com The bird flu is a re-run of covid. This is not a conspiracy theory. This is basic pattern recognition. The pandemic planners have a playbook; they used it for covid and now …
(2025-02-19). As Congress approves RFK to destroy public health, Jacobin says "Keep the booze flowing" wsws.org Jacobin magazine, associated with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), published a politically backward and reactionary article last week titled "The Case for Social Drinking." In it, writer Ryan Zickgraf railed against reports that Americans' alcohol use has significantly declined in recent years, a healthy trend.
(2025-02-19). Altay Xuedu airport's passenger volume up more than 50% driven by ice and snow economy. ecns.cn Chinese airlines are actively exploring ice and snow routes brought by rising demand, and official data showed that the Altay Xuedu Airport's annual passenger volume increased by more than 50 percent year-on-year in 2024.
(2025-02-19). Young Chinese find niche in inbound tourism. ecns.cn Young Chinese have developed new business avenues on the side, such as teaching Chinese, Chinese name-giving and foreign language tour guides, fueled by the growing popularity of inbound tourism and a trend of more foreign users registering on Chinese social media platforms, industry players said.
(2025-02-19). Shenzhen deploys 70 AI civil servants, boosting efficiency. ecns.cn The first batch of 70 AI civil servants took office in Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, marking a significant step in the integration of artificial intelligence into government operations.
(2025-02-19). EconoScope | Symposium on private enterprises releases three signals to boost high-quality development. ecns.cn A highly anticipated, high-level symposium on private enterprises that was held on Monday in Beijing sends a clear message of support for the growth of the private economy.
(2025-02-19). Beijing, Bangkok launch three-year environmental project to improve air quality. ecns.cn Beijing and Bangkok will focus on practical cooperation in air pollution control over the next three years, according to Beijing Municipal Ecology and Environment Bureau on Tuesday.
(2025-02-19). 'Hi! Governor! I, Robot': welcome from Guangzhou high-tech enterprises. ecns.cn "Hi, Governor! I am Li Gong's humanoid robot. May I shake your hand?" | Guangdong Governor Wang Weizhong was impressed by a humanoid robot during a recent tour of high-tech enterprises in Guangzhou city.
(2025-02-19). Trade-in initiative to be expanded. ecns.cn The country's consumer goods trade-in initiative is set to play a crucial role in driving economic growth and offsetting the impact of persistent global trade protectionism and tepid external demand, officials and experts said.
(2025-02-19). Major events, CEPA to further boost HK economy. ecns.cn Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Tuesday emphasized the significance of the coming month for strengthening the local economy, highlighting major sports, cultural and artistic events as well as a new stage in the city's trade relationship with the Chinese mainland.
(2025-02-19). Yoon bypasses 9th hearing on impeachment. ecns.cn South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol skipped the ninth hearing of his impeachment trial on Tuesday as his legal team clashed with lawyers representing the National Assembly over evidence examination.
(2025-02-19). UN urges action on war-ravaged Sudan. ecns.cn The United Nations and its partners are seeking $6 billion to help close to 26 million people affected by the war-ravaged Sudan ahead of the second anniversary of the conflict.
(2025-02-19). Australia to ban foreign purchase of built homes. ecns.cn Australia will impose a two-year ban on foreign investors purchasing existing homes, starting April 1, in a bid to ease housing supply pressures and improve access to affordable dwellings for local residents.
(2025-02-19). Shanghai allows e-bikes to access tunnel at night. ecns.cn Electric bicycles can now travel through the upper deck of the Fuxing East Road Tunnel during nighttime hours under a pilot program aimed at improving Shanghai's slow-traffic transportation system.
(2025-02-19). Man sentenced to 10 years for pipe bomb attack on ex-Japanese PM. ecns.cn A man who hurled an explosive device at former Japanese prime minister Fumio Kishida in 2023 has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
(2025-02-19). NASA: Asteroid 2024 YR4 could hit Earth in 7 years. ecns.cn NASA has officially upgraded the likelihood of Earth being hit by asteroid 2024 YR4.
(2025-02-19). Breathtaking landscape of Huangshan Mountain after snow. ecns.cn Huangshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a mountain range in Anhui Province. The area is well known for its scenery, sunsets, peculiarly-shaped granite peaks, Huangshan pine trees, hot springs, winter snow, and views of the clouds from above.
(2025-02-19). Giant panda cub Katyusha enjoys life in Russia. ecns.cn Katyusha, the first giant panda cub born in Russia, enjoys life at the zoo…
(2025-02-19). Shanghai's first humanoid robot factory begins mass production. ecns.cn Shanghai's first humanoid robot factory began mass production on Tuesday. The company launched five types of robots, covering various fields such as interaction, heavy load handling, data acquisition, scientific research and factory operations.
(2025-02-19). Exploring Cultural Facts in Nezha 2. ecns.cn The lotus root's fibers remain connected when broken, symbolizing continuity. Its vascular bundles resemble human bones and tendons, signifying life's integrity. The lotus, emerging unstained from mud, mirrors Nezha's resolve to stay true despite his origins.
(2025-02-19). Trump hastens end to United Nations inciting Jew-hatred worldwide. onlineopinion.com.au President Trump's decision on 5 February to takeover and makeover Gaza will hopefully hasten the end to eight years of the United Nations (UN) inciting Jew-hatred worldwide.
(2025-02-19). Gaza War Fuels Record Anti-Muslim Incidents in Britain. devdiscourse.com The United Kingdom witnessed a significant rise in anti-Muslim incidents in 2024, as reported by monitoring group Tell MAMA. The data reveals a total of 5,837 verified cases, marking a significant increase from previous years. The escalation is attributed to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, which has intensified online hate.
(2025-02-19). Rubio arrives in UAE ahead of Saudi summit on Trump's Gaza plan. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Another Blackwater? Nearly 100 U.S. Mercenaries Are in Gaza Right Now. globalresearch.ca 96 American special forces are patrolling a checkpoint in the middle of Gaza, as Palestinians return to their homes in the north. If the history of American mercenaries tells us anything, then this could be deadly. | * | Armed to the …
(2025-02-19). Starmer Hits Back at Top Judge Who Criticised Him for Publicly Opposing Immigration Rulings. dailysceptic.org Keir Starmer has hit back at Britain's most senior judge, Baroness Carr, who criticised him for opposing a ruling by an immigration judge that allowed Gazan refugees to come to Britain under a scheme for Ukrainians.
(2025-02-19). Boosting Job Creation Across the Global South. infobrics.org Concerns about inflation and lack of growth are the dominant themes across the world economy these days, though one of the macro indicators that appears to be at times no less important is job creation…
(2025-02-19). War is All about Money, Ukraine's Rare Earth Minerals: Mineral and Riviera Deals Can Never be a Substitute for Proper Peace Diplomacy. globalresearch.ca "The (Ukraine) war is all about money. People don't talk much about it. But you know, the richest country in all of Europe for rare earth minerals is Ukraine. Two to seven trillion dollars (worth) of minerals that are rare …
(2025-02-19). Video: The Pfizer "Killer Vaccine": "Money vs. Mortality". Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca
(2025-02-19). Selected Articles: Your Vital Role in the Decorporatisation of the Food Chain. globalresearch.ca 
By The reality of what your food choices mean — on the ground — may never have occurred to you. But the reality is …
(2025-02-19). Europe alone after Vance's speech in Munich — media. infobrics.org EU are in a state of panic due to fears they'll be forced to pay for Ukraine's security.
(2025-02-19). Is BRICS Dead? Here's Why It's Far from Over. infobrics.org India sees BRICS as a valuable economic gateway, offering access to diverse markets and opportunities. The expansion of BRICS to include new members, like Saudi Arabia, which is still in the process of joining, further enhances the grouping's relevance…
(2025-02-19). This New BRICS Member Will Help Build a Fair Global Order. infobrics.org The United Arab Emirates, with its strong economy, strategic location and flexible foreign policy, is a crucial addition to the bloc…
(2025-02-19). Democrats urge New York City Mayor Eric Adams to resign. wsws.org A wide range of New York City and state Democratic politicians have urged Mayor Eric Adams to resign in the wake of the deal he struck with the Trump administration to dismiss federal charges against him in exchange for allowing the roundup of immigrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
(2025-02-19). Fact Check: Flaws in JNU, TISS Studies on Bangladeshi, Rohingya Migrants. ummid.com The TISS and JNU studies released a day before the 2024 Maharashtra and Delhi elections and used by the BJP as campaign materials, show clear signs of a misleading narrative.
(2025-02-19). U.S. deports 119 more 'illegal immigrants' to India. ummid.com A U.S. military plane carrying 119 Indians who, the Americans claimed, were living in the United States 'illegally' arrived at Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport in Amritsar Saturday around 11: 40 PM.
(2025-02-19). Chained and shackled, 3rd batch of Indian migrants, deported from U.S. ummid.com The third batch of 112 Indian migrants, whom the U.S. administration claimed were living there illegally, arrived in India Sunday night after their deportation from America.
(2025-02-19). Russia, US Agree to Initiate Process to Resolve Conflict in Ukraine. orinocotribune.com Russia and the United States have agreed to initiate a process to resolve the conflict in Ukraine in the near future and appoint negotiators, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said after talks in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh. | The foreign minister added that as soon as Moscow learns the name and position of the relevant US representative, the Russian leadership will immediately appoint its own participant in this process. | The Russian side told the US that it considers the deployment of NATO troops in Ukraine "unacceptable," Lavrov said. It does not matter under which flag this military contingent a…
(2025-02-19). Yes, Colonel, Patience … smoothiex12.blogspot.com is lacking in the instant gratification culture. Yes, NATO has been exposed for what it is ⚪ a posse to beat up defenseless powers under false pretexts. Also, to project the totally false image of powerful defensive alliance. Defensive alliance it is not, neither is the EU as economic manifestation of NATO, neither is powerful. Once the EU is broken up de jure, NATO will follow. As I state non-stop, don't raise your hopes high in terms of Russian-American conversations (those are not even negotiations ⚪ just the agreement to continue conversations). It is merely a good step, and that superpowers are talking is…
(2025-02-19). L'espansione della NATO e la dissoluzione dell'ordine paneuropeo. strategic-culture.su Ripercorriamo brevemente uno dei passaggi fondamentali per giungere allo status quo attuale: la dissoluzione dell'ordine che regnava in Europa. | Segue nostro Prima regola, conquistare | La scelta di promuovere un ordine globale dominato dall'egemonia collettiva dell'Occidente dopo la Guerra Fredda ha avuto conseguenze profonde per la sicurezza europea. Era chiaro che l'allargamento della NATO avrebbe compromesso gli sforzi per un'archi…
(2025-02-19). Cryptogate: Milei Justifies His Role in Multimillion-Dollar Scam with an Arranged TV Interview. orinocotribune.com Argentine President Javier Milei faces a political and judicial storm after the resounding fall of the cryptocurrency $Libra, which he actively promoted on his social media networks and that today is facing 112 criminal complaints for widespread fraud. In an interview with Jonatan Viale on TN, the president denied responsibility, although a leaked recording from the channel revealed a previous "arrangement" regarding the questions that addressed the case and the tone of the TN interview. | Milei, questioned about his connection to the $Libra project —which multiplied its value before collapsing, affecting 4…
(2025-02-19). Merri-bek Council takes down Palestine flag. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Support for Palestine surges in Blue Mountains. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). EU slaps more sanctions on Russia ahead of Ukraine war's third anniversary. scmp.com The move comes with the Europeans sidelined from US-led talks to end the war.
(2025-02-19). Trump takes aim at Zelensky, suggests Ukraine 'should never have started' war with Russia. scmp.com Donald Trump responds to Volodymyr Zelensky's misgivings as the US and Russia forge ahead on peace talks, without Ukraine.
(2025-02-19). Ukraine's Zelensky postpones Saudi visit to not give 'legitimacy' to US-Russia meeting. scmp.com The Ukraine leader says he was not invited to the talks, which were arranged after a phone call between Trump and Putin.
(2025-02-19). US, Russia Agree To Normalize Diplomatic Ties, Seek End to War in Ukraine. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-19). Donald Trump: the Gorbachev of our times. gilbertdoctorow.com Donald Trump: the Gorbachev of our times A couple of weeks ago, Russian political commentators were saying on the Evening with Vladimir Solovyov talk show that from his avalanche of first decrees upon his inauguration it seemed that this man was an American version of their own president Mikhail Gorbachev. This was not meant as …
(2025-02-19). Zelenskiy Counters Trump's Ukraine Comments Amid Russian Influence Concerns. devdiscourse.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has strongly refuted former U.S. President Donald Trump's assertions that Ukraine is to blame for Russia's 2022 invasion. Zelenskiy claims Trump is entangled in a web of Russian disinformation, a narrative that has significantly altered U.S. foreign policy towards Ukraine.
(2025-02-19). 'A Victory for Putin'? Jeffrey Sachs & Matt Duss Debate US-Russia Talks to End Ukraine War. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-19). Patrick Lawrence: Trump 2.0 Crosses the Atlantic. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-19). The Heart (or Graphite) of Greed. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-19). USAID Falls, Exposing a Giant Network of US-Funded 'Independent' Media. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-19). Serbia's Mass Protests Against a Crony-Capitalist Government. internationalviewpoint.org Serbia's prime minister has resigned after months of protests over the deadly rail-station canopy collapse in Novi Sad. No isolated incident, the disaster has become the latest symbol of government subservience to unscrupulous multinational developers | – | / |
(2025-02-19). Australian electoral authorities reject Socialist Equality Party's registration, despite it meeting membership requirements. wsws.org The decision was made as the looming election is characterised by mass hostility to the official parties and a growing desire among workers and young people for a genuine alternative.
(2025-02-19). Sarah Hathway to run for Socialist Alliance in Corio. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Socialist Alliance announces candidates for Sydney, NSW Senate. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Socialist Alliance to contest Fremantle, WA Senate on 'People before Profit' platform. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Champions Trophy: Naseem, Abrar strike, New Zealand lose 2 wickets for 40 runs. gnnhd.tv 
Opening match is being played in National Stadium Karachi…
(2025-02-19). US federal workers denounce firings, call for mass action: "I do advocate for a general strike" wsws.org There is enormous anger and a willingness to fight among large sections of federal workers illegally fired by the fascist billionaires Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
(2025-02-19). Nurses strike at Geisinger hospitals in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. wsws.org Nurses say overwork, understaffing, and spiraling health care costs are the main issues they confront.
(2025-02-19). Harry Kane's Injury Setback: Bayern Munich Star Striker in Recovery. devdiscourse.com Bayern Munich's star striker Harry Kane is facing a brief hiatus from training due to a minor calf injury, according to an announcement by the Bundesliga club on Wednesday.
(2025-02-19). Brazil's Bolsonaro charged in alleged coup plot that included plan to poison Lula. scmp.com The Supreme Court will decide whether to begin a criminal trial against the embattled former president.
(2025-02-19). Asaram's Release and Medical Check-up: A New Chapter in a Controversial Saga. devdiscourse.com Asaram, an influential self-styled godman, was recently released on interim bail by the Supreme Court due to health concerns. He had been serving a life sentence in Jodhpur jail following his conviction in a 2013 rape case.
(2025-02-19). Controversial Godman Asaram Granted Interim Bail for Health Reasons. devdiscourse.com Controversial figure Asaram, recently released on interim bail from a Jaipur jail where he was serving a life sentence in a 2013 rape case, underwent a routine health check-up in Indore. The Supreme Court granted the 86-year-old preacher bail on medical grounds until March 31.
(2025-02-19). Taliban ban domestic political and economic broadcasts in Afghanistan. amu.tv
(2025-02-19). Wave of retail store closings in US as consumers pull back spending. wsws.org The number of retail store closures is expected to double this year to 15,000, with workers struggling with inflation, stagnating wages and record credit card debt.
(2025-02-19). Musk's data takeover: A weapon for dictatorship and social plunder. wsws.org An initial goal of the data heist is to facilitate a massive assault on social programs, but the broader aim is to create an all-encompassing database that can be used to track, monitor and suppress political opposition.
(2025-02-19). In federal election, Germany's four main parties all incite anti-refugee hatred and call for greater military spending and war. wsws.org The entire campaign for this month's federal election is a repulsive spectacle. All the parties in the Bundestag (parliament) and their candidates to be the next chancellor are competing with each other in inciting anti-refugee hatred, calling for more German and European rearmament spending and currying favour with the fascist Alternative for Germany (AfD).
(2025-02-19). Pediatric flu deaths jump to 68, with 11 children dying in the last reported week alone amid media blackout. wsws.org All indicators point to the likelihood that the ongoing 2024-2025 flu season will surpass recent years' figures for both pediatric and adult flu deaths in the United States.
(2025-02-19). Australian artists demand immediate reinstatement of Khaled Sabsabi and Michael Dagostino to Venice Biennale. wsws.org The sudden decision to dump the acclaimed artist and curator occurred soon after the Albanese Labor government's arts minister phoned Creative Australia's chief executive officer.
(2025-02-19). Trump is in disinformation bubble on Ukraine war, Zelensky says. scmp.com Speaking ahead of talks with Trump's Ukraine envoy, Zelensky said he would like Trump's team to have 'more truth' about Ukraine.
(2025-02-19). Rise of 'autonomous' agentic AI raises the geopolitical stakes. scmp.com Agentic AI will further level the techno-economic playing field and radically alter opinion-shaping and the military contest.
(2025-02-19). DeepSeek's AI turns into wanted car feature, Deepal's Hong Kong launch: 7 EV reads. scmp.com From carmakers adding digital frills to a new electric vehicle being launched in Hong Kong, here are seven EV stories you may have missed.
(2025-02-19). Canadian investigators recover black boxes from Toronto airport plane wreckage. scmp.com Canada's TSB sends cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder to lab for further analysis.
(2025-02-19). 'Gulf of America' spat: Trump doubles down on barring AP from Oval Office, Air Force One. scmp.com US president insists on barring Associated Press reporters from access until they adopt the 'Gulf of America' name.
(2025-02-19). US Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary. scmp.com Donald Trump has tasked Howard Lutnick with leading his administration's tariff and trade agenda.
(2025-02-19). 'City killer' asteroid's chance of hitting Earth increases to 3.1%: Nasa. scmp.com The updated figure makes 2024 YR4 the most threatening space rock ever recorded by modern forecasting.
(2025-02-19). TikTok to expand e-commerce in more countries as US business remains in limbo. scmp.com TikTok Shop is expected to enter Italy, Germany, France, Japan and Brazil this year, according to sources.
(2025-02-19). White woman sues US fertility clinic after giving birth to black baby. scmp.com Krystena Murray wanted to raise the boy despite him being from another patient's embryo, but his biological parents demanded custody.
(2025-02-19). Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says. scmp.com The condition of the 88-year-old pontiff has raised concerns about his ability to fight off his infection.
(2025-02-19). UK couple charged with spying in Iran, admit they ignored travel warnings. scmp.com Craig and Lindsay Foreman, who were on a round-the-world trip, said they were aware of the risks but believed 'most people are good'.
(2025-02-19). Let the New Great Game begin. strategic-culture.su This was never meant to be Yalta. Although Yalta 2.0 may eventually happen. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | This was never me…
(2025-02-19). Trump must put manners on Leprechaun Land this St Patrick's Day. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-19). Re-nationalising the airline industry … a sink or soar government decision? onlineopinion.com.au Proposals by the Albanese government to buy the financially stressed Rex Airline is reminiscent of the Chifley Labor government's failed attempt to nationalise the country's airlines and banks.
(2025-02-19). Citizens outline expectations for Budget 2025. sanews.gov.za Citizens outline expectations for Budget 2025 | Reducing red tape for business and tackling the funding gap for higher education are among the items on the wishlist of ordinary South Africans ahead of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's 2025 Budget Speech, this afternoon. | Michael Mokwena, a small business owner in Garankuwa, north of Pretoria, told SAnews he hopes the government will make it easier to small business people to access loans from banks. | "We small business owners find it hard to access loans to expand our businesses. The laws and the requirements make it difficult for us to access funds," Mokwena…
(2025-02-19). Rainy weather expected to continue. sanews.gov.za Rainy weather expected to continue | Isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers are expected to continue in parts of the country, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) said on Wednesday. | With regard to Thursday and Friday, SAWS has predicted 30 to 60% showers and thundershowers in most parts of the country with 80% of rain over the central parts. | "Temperature is expected to be mostly cool across the country but warm to hot in some places," the South African Weather Services said on Wednesday. | According to the weather service, disruptive rain is expected to last until Thursday in most parts of the c…
(2025-02-19). National Consumer Tribunal fines Cell C. sanews.gov.za National Consumer Tribunal fines Cell C | The National Consumer Tribunal has fined mobile network operator Cell C, R500 000, over an international roaming dispute with a client. | This comes after the consumer contacted Cell C on 4 May 2022 and requested an increase of the monthly limit by R2000, to enable the consumer to roam while overseas. | According to the statement issued by the National Consumer Commission (NCC) on Tuesday, the request was activated by an agent of Cell C. However, upon arrival back in South Africa, the consumer was slapped with a bill of R11 265.32. | Cell C's terms and conditions on inter…
(2025-02-19). Budget speech postponed. sanews.gov.za Budget speech postponed | In an unprecedented moment for the South African Parliament and the country, National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza announced this afternoon, that the tabling of the Budget Speech for 2025/26 has been postponed to a later date. | Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana was due to deliver the budget speech in Parliament on Wednesday afternoon. | "I have just had a consultation with all the Whips of parties following a consultation with the leader of government business. In terms of rule 48 sub-section 2, we have decided to adjourn proceedings for a date to be determined by the programming commi…
(2025-02-19). 7 passengers of Punjab-bound bus killed in Balochistan. gnnhd.tv 
Deceased belonged to different cities of Punjab…
(2025-02-19). Govt issues show-cause notice to NEPRA over automatic salary hike. gnnhd.tv 
NEPRA Chairman and members had automatically increased salaries by almost three times…
(2025-02-19). Champions Trophy begins in Pakistan after 29 years, traffic plan released. gnnhd.tv 
DIG Traffic has appealed that fans should park vehicles only at designated places…
(2025-02-19). 20 more Pakistanis deported from seven countries. gnnhd.tv 
In last 24 hours, four Pakistanis were deported for being blacklisted in Saudi Arabia…
(2025-02-19). Those harming unarmed civilians have to pay heavy price: PM. gnnhd.tv 
He also directed that criminals be brought to justice as soon as possible…
(2025-02-19). Rains in country after prolong dry season. gnnhd.tv 
Intermittent rain has been continuing in Quetta and its surroundings since late night…
(2025-02-19). Campaigners blast court decision to approve £3 billion Thames Water loan. leftfootforward.org Campaigners have called Thames Water's £3 billion bailout, approved by the courts yesterday, a "massive injustice". | Thames Water is already struggling with debts of £19 billion and requested another £3 billion loan, warning that without it, they would have run out of cash in six weeks. | Cat Hobbs, director of We Own It, told Channel 4 News: "It's a massive injustice". | She added: "Thames Water is not just any other company, it can't just go through a restructuring plan, […] this is a public utility serving nearly a quarter of the population." | We Own It has claimed that the loan could…
(2025-02-19). Transport secretary reveals UK state-owned rail company to be launched in two years. leftfootforward.org The RMT union has said Labour needs to go further and bring the rest of the railway into public ownership…
(2025-02-19). Oil demand will not go up and prices will not come down. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-19). Shouting at ABC to raise standards won't help. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-19). Poker Strategy: Bluffs to Data-Driven Mastery. moguldom.com Millions worldwide love poker, which blends skill, chance, and psychology. Like expert craftspeople, poker players have improved their skills throughout time to remain ahead. This blog will trace the intriguing evolution of poker tactics from traditional methods to the cutting-edge, data-driven approaches that dominate the contemporary poker environment. Poker techniques have improved, giving players more …
(2025-02-19). Financial Considerations for Retirement: Planning for a Secure Future. moguldom.com Retirement is a significant milestone that marks the transition from years of work to a new phase of life that should ideally be filled with relaxation, fulfillment, and financial stability. However, achieving a comfortable retirement requires careful planning and informed decision-making. Many people underestimate how much they will need to maintain their lifestyle and cover …
(2025-02-19). SATIRE: Forgetful Man Playing Fast And Loose With Free Trials. theonion.com OAK PARK, IL—Paying no mind to his forgetful nature and instead lending a fancy free, devil-may-care attitude toward his tendency to sign up for promotional offers, area man Ben Cameron was playing it fast and loose this week with his free trials for numerous subscription-based services. "Yeah, why not? I'll try FUBI. It's free for the …
(2025-02-19). SATIRE: Heroic Dog Saves Family Of 5 From Herb-Roasted Chicken. theonion.com TACOMA, WA—Operating on pure natural instinct while leaping into action to protect his beloved owners, heroic dog Snickers saved a local family of five from the threat of an herb-roasted chicken, sources confirmed Wednesday. "It was a close call, but luckily Snickers could sense the golden brown skin of the chicken we'd just roasted for …
(2025-02-19). Next Week : Rhythms of the Diaspora Workshop and Dinner. urbancny.com Join CFAC for Rhythms of The Diaspora on Friday, February 28th at the Community Folk Art Center! This dynamic celebration will feature a delicious West African dinner of homemade Jollof …
(2025-02-19). This Saturday : Blues on the Boulevard Showcase. urbancny.com 
You're invited into the soulful world of "Blues on the Boulevard," where the legacy of the 15th Ward meets the jump, jive spirit of Juke Joints. This year's showcase promises …
(2025-02-19). DOGE is trying to access the IRS's data on millions of taxpayers. gnnhd.tv 
The Department of Government Efficiency has requested access to the Internal Revenue Service's taxpayer data system — potentially giving it access to highly sensitive information, including Social Security Numbers and tax returns — according to a report from …
(2025-02-19). College baseball Week 1: Top 25 rankings, play of the week and what to watch. gnnhd.tv 
Here's how the top 25 looks after college baseball's first weekend of 2025, plus what to watch this week.
(2025-02-19). The surprising theory that explains modern American life. gnnhd.tv 
Americans don't move much anymore and Yoni Appelbaum thinks that's a serious problem. Appelbaum, a historian and deputy executive editor at The Atlantic, is the author of a new book exploring how and why Americans have become less likely to settle in new plac…
(2025-02-19). CPJ urges Zambian government to withdraw cyber bills from parliament. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-19). CPJ denounces Trump administration's actions against AP, other retaliation against media. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
(2025-02-19). José Luis Tan Estrada: I fled Cuba's media repression so I could remain a journalist. CPJ Latin America and the Caribbean program staff
(2025-02-19). CPJ: Nepal lawmakers should reject social media bill threatening press freedom. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-19). Vietnamese journalist Truong Huy San indicted for 'abusing democratic freedoms'. policinglaw.info
(2025-02-19). In Italy, 4 journalists shot at while reporting on alleged child abuse. repubblica.it
(2025-02-19). Woman booked for sexually assaulting minor boy in Lahore. gnnhd.tv FIR was lodged on complaint of victim's father…
(2025-02-19). Chahat Fateh Ali Khan drops his version of Bollywood classic 'Chaiyya Chaiyya'. gnnhd.tv 
Song has been released on Instagram and Facebook, but it has not yet been made available on YouTube…
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(2025-02-19). Adiala Jail superintendent summoned for not allowing PTI founder meet wife. gnnhd.tv 
IHC summoned Superintendent of Adiala Jail on Feb 27 in person…
(2025-02-19). CM Punjab expresses anger over violation of one-dish rule at wedding. gnnhd.tv 
One-dish ban will also apply to wedding ceremonies in farmhouses and private properties…
(2025-02-19). Singer Taylor Swift achieves another milestone. gnnhd.tv 
Her recent hit album 'The Tortured Poets Department' achieved great success globally…
(2025-02-19). Decision to remove NADRA Lahore Chairman nullified. gnnhd.tv 
High court has accepted the federal government's appeal…
(2025-02-19). COAS officially visits UK to attend regional stability conference. gnnhd.tv 
He will deliver keynote address at conference on "The Emerging World Order and Pakistan's Future Outlook"
(2025-02-19). Gold expensive again; price reaches historic high. gnnhd.tv 
Price of 24-carat per tola gold increased by Rs3,800…
(2025-02-19). PM invites Bahraini investors to invest in Pakistan. gnnhd.tv 
He emphasized need to further increase trade volume between two countries…
(2025-02-19). ODI rankings: Babar loses first position. gnnhd.tv 
Indian cricketer Shubman Gill has 796 and Babar Azam has 773 ranking points…
(2025-02-19). Elevate your bathroom with bathroom furniture sets from vidaXL. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-19). Thanks to HBO, everyone wants a White Lotus getaway. Can Thailand handle it? grist.org 
Season 3 of the hit HBO show White Lotus premiered this week, opening on a gnarled branch in a dense jungle, the camera tracking upward before landing on a monkey, perched attentively. The shot establishes nature as a primary theme that continues as we watch this season's guests arrive, then disperse into villas cascading down a lush Thai hillside, each of them afforded ravishing views over a seemingly pristine island and sea. | In real life, this resort is the Four Seasons Koh Samui, and thanks to both its visual appeal and the popularity of the show, Thailand is anticipating a major tourism boost. | The coun…
(2025-02-19). Politics With Michelle Grattan: Danielle Wood On How To Trim Back Housing Regulations #Politics #Michelle #Grattan: #Danielle #Wood #Trim #Back #Housing #Regulations #Building #Houses #Mortgage #Rent #property. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Housing supply in Australia will be a key battleground in the election campaign. With home ownership more and more out of reach for young and not so young Australians, …
(2025-02-19). What Is 'Double Pneumonia', The Condition That's Put Pope Francis In Hospital? #What #'Double #Pneumonia', #Condition #That's #Pope #Francis #Hospital? #Facebook #Twitter #Meta #Instagram #TikTok. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Pope Francis has been in hospital for more than a week with what some media reports are now calling double pneumonia . | The Vatican released a statement on Tuesday evening …
(2025-02-19). Reflections on some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Madkhali [54 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. By Allah, one must strive (to attain) sincerity. Being overtaken by one's soul, which results in a lack of sincerity to Allah, was the hardest thing that many scholars used to describe with grief. Your soul can overcome and divert you because you …
(2025-02-19). Tragic Road Accidents Claim Eight Lives in Jharkhand. devdiscourse.com Eight lives were tragically lost in two separate road accidents in Jharkhand's Giridih district, according to police reports on Wednesday. The first accident occurred late Tuesday night in Madhuban, claiming six lives.
(2025-02-19). BAE Systems: Riding the Wave of Increased Global Defence Spending. devdiscourse.com BAE Systems has announced securing £33.7 billion ($42.5 billion) in orders for 2024, elevating its backlog to a record level as demand surges for combat vehicles and advancements in military technology.
(2025-02-19). CBI Crackdown: Railway Officers Under Fire for Corruption Allegations. devdiscourse.com In a significant move against corruption, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against senior officials of Western Railways. The officers, including a senior Indian Railway Personnel Service officer, face serious accusations of participating in corrupt practices related to railway departmental examinations.
(2025-02-19). Delhi High Court Urges Compassionate Perspective on Adolescent Love in Legal Cases. devdiscourse.com In a significant move advocating for legal reforms, the Delhi High Court has called for a compassionate approach focusing on understanding rather than punishment in cases involving adolescent love. The court emphasized the necessity for the law to adapt and acknowledge consensual relationships that are free from coercion.
(2025-02-19). Kharge says Cong fought strongly in Delhi despite lack of resources, urges party leaders to strive to emerge as main oppn party. devdiscourse.com
(2025-02-19). Rebuilding Resilience: Chooralmala Bridge's Revival. devdiscourse.com The Kerala government has allocated Rs 35 crore for the reconstruction of the Chooralmala bridge in Wayanad district. This bridge was severely damaged in a devastating landslide the previous year, which tragically led to over 200 deaths in the area.
(2025-02-19). Karnataka Minister Orders Probe into Suspicious Tiger Death. devdiscourse.com Karnataka's Environment Minister, Eshwar Khandre, has mandated a detailed inquiry into the death of a young male tiger discovered in Shivamogga district's Ambaligola reservoir.
(2025-02-19). Tears and Triumph: Raducanu's Emotional Dubai Championship Clash Amid Stalker Drama. devdiscourse.com Emma Raducanu faced an emotional and challenging match against Karolina Muchova at the Dubai Tennis Championships after a disruptive incident involving a spectator. The 2021 U.S. Open champion was visibly upset, causing a brief halt to the second-round match on Tuesday.
(2025-02-19). Father and Brother-in-law Booked for Infant Trafficking. devdiscourse.com A disturbing case has emerged from Panam village where a man, identified as Sohan, allegedly sold his nine-month-old son for Rs 1 lakh, abetted by his brother-in-law, Sagar.
(2025-02-19). Delay in South Africa's 2025 Budget Announcement. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, South Africa's National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza announced…
(2025-02-19). Priyank Panchal's Unbeaten Century Rescues Gujarat in Ranji Semifinal. devdiscourse.com Gujarat's Priyank Panchal played a central role on Day 3 of their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Kerala, securing an unbeaten century as Gujarat reached 222 for 1 at the close of play.
(2025-02-19). Vidarbha's Resilient Stand: Rathod and Wadkar Shine in Ranji Trophy Semifinal. devdiscourse.com With a relentless determination, Vidarbha's Yash Rathod and Akshay Wadkar forged an unyielding partnership, elevating their side to a commanding lead of 260 runs against Mumbai at the Ranji Trophy semifinal. Staging a recovery from a precarious 56 for four, the duo's resilience was the highlight of the day's play.
(2025-02-19). Hebrew Channel 13: In a statement, the head of Al-Metula settlement council urged residents not to return, saying the situation here is unsafe. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-19). Albanese won't stand up to Trump, but we will. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Antisemitism is real. We don't need to invent shit. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Busselton comes out for trans youth. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). The Cairo Takeaway stunt that backfired. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). The case for a universally accessible income guarantee. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). ETU rail workers rally over pay, safety claims. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Hundreds demand Hall Park is protected from commercialisation. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Independent reports recommend retrofitting public housing towers. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Join rallies on International Women's Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Lidia Thorpe says Closing the Gap strategy is 'collapsing'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Major parties increase their election funding advantages. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). NT gov't turbocharges destruction of environment, livelihoods. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Philippines: Nexperia workers fight union busting, demand better wages. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Photos: Remembering TJ Hickey. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). Women call for peace with justice. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-19). National Lottery 'Good Causes' Contributions Drop Under New Billionaire Owner, Despite Pledge To Double Them. bylinetimes.com Ever since the National Lottery was launched in 1994, a set proportion of its income, 25%, has gone to 'good causes'. | Of that figure, 40% goes to health, education, environment and charitable causes; 20% to sports; 20% to arts; and 20% to heritage projects. Among the thousands of beneficiaries are elite athletes with assistance for their training for the Olympic Games, after-school clubs, film producers, and all manner of projects from cricket pavilions to new green spaces. | However, there is a growing worry that the funding pot is falling. In the year to March 2022, the lottery raised a record £1.8…
(2025-02-19). How The West uses 'Islamic Radicalization' to whitewash its crimes. ummid.com Next time you read terms like Islamic Radicalization or Islamic Extremism or Islamic Terrorism just tell yourself that it's a Western propaganda and nothing else.
(2025-02-19). 'Khudai Khidmatgars' back in action in India again. ummid.com Khudai Khidmatgar, was originally formed in 1929 by Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, the Frontier Gandhi, in and around Peshawar, currently in Pakistan.
(2025-02-19). UAE's 1st case of new clade 1b Mpox had travelled to Uganda. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE) reported its first case of clade 1b mpox in an adult who had recently travelled to Uganda, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said.
(2025-02-19). After Hyderabad, Saffron Policing at Tirupati Book Fair. ummid.com Weeks after attack on Hyderabad Book Fair, Tirupati book exhibition was similarly targeted by some Hindutva religious extremists on the evening of February 8, 2025.
(2025-02-19). Indians were shackled as you met Trump: Mann to Modi. ummid.com Coming down heavily on the silence of the Union Government when Indians were mistreated by the United States, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a visit to America.
(2025-02-19). Oracle named 'Leader' by Gartner Magic Quadrant. ummid.com Oracle has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CRM Customer Engagement Center for Oracle Fusion Cloud Service, part of Oracle Fusion Cloud Customer Experience (CX).
(2025-02-19). Discovered: Fastest-moving exoplanet system. ummid.com NASA astronomers have claimed discovery of the fastest-moving exoplanet system consisting of a possible low-mass (red dwarf) star and super-Neptune planet in tow.
(2025-02-19). Maha Kumbh: 18 dead in stampede at Delhi Railway Station. ummid.com In a tragic incident, at least 18 pilgrims have died in a stampede triggered by Maha Kumbh rush at Delhi Railway Station.
(2025-02-19). 'Technate' is why Trump wants Canada, Greenland and Panama Canal. ummid.com Canada's vast natural wealth, Greenland's potential as a future resource hub, and the Panama Canal's role as a vital artery of trade are not peripheral concerns — they are central to the construction of a modern Technate.
(2025-02-19). In a first, Ramadan 2025 to witness two Eclipses. ummid.com In probably the first or rarest of rare celestial event, Ramadan 2025 will witness two eclipses — one lunar eclipse and the other solar eclipse in a span of 14 days.
(2025-02-19). Ramadan 2025: Telangana announces special work hours. ummid.com The Congress led federal government in Telangana has announced a special working hours for Ramadan 2025 which will be applicable to Muslims working in government offices, schools and colleges.
(2025-02-19). Saudi Arabia: No alcohol during FIFA World Cup 2034. ummid.com Taking a cue from 2022 football world cup host Qatar, Saudi Arabia said it won't permit sale or consumption of alcohol during the FIFA World Cup 2034.
(2025-02-19). 'Asaan': Saudi Crown Prince's wife Princess Sara launches heritage museum. ummid.com Princess Sara bint Mashhour bin Abdulaziz, wife of Saudi Crown Prince and the Kingdom's de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman has launched Misk Heritage Museum 'Asaan' in Diriyah region of Riyadh.
(2025-02-19). India vs Pakistan ICC Champions Trophy 2025 sold out in minutes. ummid.com Tickets for India vs Pakistan ICC Champions Trophy 2025 group match were sold out within minutes after going on sale.
(2025-02-19). Modi's Cartoon in Tamil Magazine and India's Disquiet. ummid.com A cartoon that depicted Prime Minister Narendra Modi sitting handcuffed next to US President Donald Trump has stirred a hornet's nest in Tamil Nadu.
(2025-02-19). RRB Recruitment CEN 07/2024: Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has extended the last date of application for the latest Recruitment drive to fill various vacancies in Railways under the notification RRB Recruitment CEN 07/2024.
(2025-02-19). Taraweeh Schedule 2025 for Masjid al Haram, Masjid Nabawi Released. ummid.com The General Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques Tuesday released the schedule of Taraweeh – Special Night Prayers offered during the Holy Month of Ramadan 2025, at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah.
(2025-02-19). All eyes on the Budget: Godongwana to chart SA's financial future. sanews.gov.za All eyes on the Budget: Godongwana to chart SA's financial future | Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana takes center stage this afternoon as he delivers the much-anticipated 2025 Budget Speech in Parliament, Cape Town – a moment that will outline South Africa's economic trajectory for the year ahead. | With the nation watching, Godongwana will unveil the government's financial game plan, outlining how resources will be allocated to drive growth, tackle pressing challenges, and support vulnerable communities. | His speech follows President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address, translating policy vision into…
(2025-02-19). This Friday : The History of Redlining in Syracuse Community Discussion. urbancny.com 
Join CFAC for a community conversation on the history of redlining in Syracuse presented by the Onondaga County Historical Association Curator, Robert Searing in collaboration with the Syracuse NAACP, NYCLU, …
(2025-02-19). In Sri Lanka, the new government's policy: a lost historic opportunity. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-19). Hayƒ±r kurumlarƒ±nƒ± kullanmƒ±≈ülar: ƒ∞ran'da ABD ve ƒ∞srail'in casusluk ≈üebekesi àßà∂kertildi. yenisafak.com ƒ∞ran'ƒ±n kuzeyinde yer alan Mazenderan eyaletinde ABD ve ƒ∞srail ile baƒülantƒ±lƒ± aralarƒ±nda yabancƒ± uyruklularƒ±n da bulunduƒüu bir casusluk ≈üebekesi àßà∂kertildi.ƒ∞ran'da casusluk ≈üebekesine yà∂nelik operasyon dàºzenlendi. Devrim Muhafƒ±zlarƒ± Ordusu Mazenderan Karargahƒ± komutanƒ± Siyave≈ü Muslimi, àºlkenin kuzeyinde bulunan Mazenderan eyaletinde ABD ve ƒ∞srail ile…
(2025-02-19). ƒ∞spanya Ba≈übakanƒ± Sanchez 'Trump'ƒ±n Gazze planƒ±'na dair konu≈ütu: 'Ahlak dƒ±≈üƒ±dƒ±r ve uluslararasƒ± hukuka aykƒ±rƒ±dƒ±r'. yenisafak.com Sanchez, ƒ∞spanya'ya resmi ziyarette bulunan Mƒ±sƒ±r Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Abdulfettah es-Sisi ile Madrid'deki Ba≈übakanlƒ±k konutu Moncloa'da yaptƒ±klarƒ± gà∂ràº≈ümenin ardƒ±ndan dàºzenlenen ortak basƒ±n toplantƒ±sƒ±nda konu≈ütu. | ABD Ba≈ükanƒ± Trump'ƒ±n Gazze planƒ±na bir kez daha aà߃±kàßa tepki gà∂steren Sanchez, "Bu ahlak dƒ±≈ü&f…
(2025-02-19). EMLAK KONUT GYO 'Kazanàßlƒ± Yatƒ±rƒ±m Kampanyasƒ±'nƒ±n detaylarƒ±nƒ± aà߃±kladƒ±. yenisafak.com 
Türkiye'nin en bàºyàºk Gayrimenkul Yatƒ±rƒ±m Ortaklƒ±ƒüƒ± Emlak Konut GYO, 25 projesini kapsayan "Kazanàßlƒ± Yatƒ±rƒ±m Kampanyasƒ±"nƒ± duyurdu. Emlak Konut GYO Genel MàºdàºrຠYasir Yƒ±lmaz, dàºzenlendiƒüi basƒ±n toplantƒ±sƒ±nda kampanyanƒ±n detaylarƒ±nƒ± aà߃±kladƒ±. Emlak Konut olarak àºàß farklƒ± finansman mod…
(2025-02-19). TMO'dan '45 milyonluk faiz bilanàßoda gizlendi' iddialarƒ±na yalanlama: Boràßlarƒ±n tamamƒ±na yakƒ±nƒ± à∂dendi. yenisafak.com TMO'dan yapƒ±lan aà߃±klamada, son gàºnlerde bazƒ± basƒ±n yayƒ±n organlarƒ±nda kurumla ilgili "45 milyar lira faiz à∂demesi bilanàßoda gizlendi" ba≈ülƒ±ƒüƒ±yla kamuoyunu yanƒ±ltƒ±cƒ± haberlerin yayƒ±mlandƒ±ƒüƒ± aktarƒ±ldƒ±.Aà߃±klamada, sà∂z konusu haberde yer alan "45 milyar lira faiz tutarƒ± ve faiz giderlerinin muhasebe tekniƒ&uum…
(2025-02-19). Yaşlı bakımının fiziksel ve psikolojik boyutları Medipol'de masaya yatırıldı. yenisafak.com 
Medipol Saƒülƒ±k Grubu ve Evde Bakƒ±m Derneƒüi i≈ü birliƒüi ile "Ya≈ülƒ± Bireyin Evde Bakƒ±mƒ± Sempozyumu" Medipol Mega àúniversite Hastanesi'nde geràßekle≈ütirildi.Medipol Mega àúniversite Hastanesi Medikal Direktà∂rຠProf. Dr. Orhan Gazi Yiƒüitba≈üƒ±, Evde Bakƒ±m Derneƒüi Onursal Ba≈ükanƒ± Zuhal Bahar, Medipol Saƒülƒ±k Grubunun yà∂neticileri ve à∂nemli…
(2025-02-19). CHP'li LàºtfຠSava≈ü ifade vermeye àßaƒürƒ±ldƒ±. yenisafak.com Ankara Cumhuriyet Ba≈üsavcƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ±, Kasƒ±m 2023'te dàºzenlenen CHP 38. Olaƒüan Kurultayƒ±'na yà∂nelik iddialar àºzerine soru≈üturma ba≈ülattƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± 10 ≈ûubat'ta kamuoyuna duyurdu. Soru≈üturma kapsamƒ±nda eski CHP Genel Ba≈ükanƒ± Kemal Kƒ±lƒ±àßdaroƒülu ve Akif Hamzaàßebi tanƒ±k sƒ±fatƒ±yla ifadeye à&szl…
(2025-02-19). Ekipler alarma geàßti: Sultanbeyli Belediyesi kƒ±≈üa hazƒ±r. yenisafak.com 
Uzmanlar yoƒüun kar yaƒüƒ±≈üƒ± uyarƒ±sƒ± yaptƒ± ƒ∞stanbul'da belediyeler alarma geàßti.Sultanbeyli Belediyesi de, vatanda≈ülarƒ±n herhangi bir sorun ya≈üamamasƒ±, gàºnlàºk ya≈üamƒ±n sekteye uƒüramamasƒ± iàßin tàºm à∂nlemlerini aldƒ±."7/24 sahadayƒ±z": Sultanbeyli Belediye Ba≈ükanƒ± Ali Tomba≈ü, kƒ±≈ü à&szl…
(2025-02-19). ƒ∞stanbul'da trafik yoƒüunluƒüu yàºzde 90'a ula≈ütƒ±. yenisafak.com 
ƒ∞stanbul'da kar yaƒüƒ±≈üƒ±nƒ±n etkisiyle trafik yoƒüunluƒüu olu≈ütu. ƒ∞stanbul Bàºyàºk≈üehir Belediyesi Trafik Yoƒüunluƒüu Haritasƒ± verilerine gà∂re saat 16.30 itibarƒ±yla yoƒüunluk yàºzde 90'a ula≈ütƒ±. D-100 Karayolu Bahàßelievler-Yenibosna mevkinde trafik durma noktasƒ±na geldi. Kara yollarƒ±nda araàßlarƒ±n gàºàßlàºkle ilerledi&fno…
(2025-02-19). Kocaeli'de kƒ±≈ü lastiƒüi olmayan araàßlara trafik yasaƒüƒ±. yenisafak.com Valilikten yapƒ±lan aà߃±klamaya gà∂re, meteorolojik olaylar sonucu meydana gelebilecek olumsuzluklara kar≈üƒ± tedbirlerin gà∂zden geàßirilmesi ve varsa eksiklerin giderilmesi iàßin Vali ƒ∞lhami Akta≈ü ba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ±nda toplantƒ± yapƒ±ldƒ±.Buzlanmaya kar≈üƒ± hazƒ±rlƒ±klar tamam: Toplantƒ±da, il genelinde 20-23 ≈ûubat'ta etkili olmasƒ± beklenen olumsu…
(2025-02-19). TàúSƒ∞AD Ba≈ükanƒ± Orhan Turan hakkƒ±nda soru≈üturma. yenisafak.com 
Tàºrk Sanayicileri ve ƒ∞≈ü ƒ∞nsanlarƒ± Derneƒüi (TàúSƒ∞AD) Yà∂netim Kurulu Ba≈ükanƒ± Orhan Turan hakkƒ±nda, dernek genel kurulundaki konu≈ümasƒ±nda kullandƒ±ƒüƒ± ifadelere ili≈ükin, "adil yargƒ±lamayƒ± etkilemeye te≈üebbàºs" ve "yanƒ±ltƒ±cƒ± bilgiyi alenen yayma" suàßlarƒ±ndan resen soru≈üturma ba≈ülatƒ±l…
(2025-02-19). Galatasaray kar yaƒüƒ±≈üƒ± altƒ±nda hazƒ±rlƒ±klarƒ±nƒ± tamamladƒ±. yenisafak.com Galatasaray, UEFA Avrupa Ligi son 16 play-off turu rà∂van≈üƒ±nda yarƒ±n evinde Hollanda ekibi AZ Alkmaar ile oynayacaƒüƒ± maà߃±n hazƒ±rlƒ±klarƒ±nƒ± kar yaƒüƒ±≈üƒ± altƒ±nda yaptƒ±ƒüƒ± antrenmanla tamamladƒ±. | Florya Metin Oktay Tesisleri'nde Teknik Direktà∂r Okan Buruk yà∂netiminde ilk 15 dakikasƒ± basƒ±n mensuplarƒ±na aà߃&plusm…
(2025-02-19). Galatasaray'dan TFF'ye yabancƒ± hakem tepkisi: "Organize kà∂tàºlàºk" yenisafak.com Galatasaray Kulàºbàº, Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu'nun Fenerbahàße derbisindeki yabancƒ± hakem kararƒ±na tepki gà∂sterdi. | Sarƒ±-kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ±lƒ± kulàºpten yapƒ±lan aà߃±klamada ≈üu ifadelere yer verildi;"Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu, gà∂reve geldiƒüi gàºnden bugàºne kadar tekrar ettiƒüi tutarsƒ±zlƒ±klara bir yenisini daha eklemi≈ütir. | Seàßildiƒüi ilk gàºn kulàºp b…
(2025-02-19). Jude Bellingham'ƒ±n cezasƒ± aà߃±klandƒ±: Real Madrid itiraz edecek. yenisafak.com LaLiga 24. haftasƒ±nda Real Madrid'in Osasuna ile 1-1 berabere kaldƒ±ƒüƒ± maà߃±n 39. dakikasƒ±nda Jude Bellingham, hakeme yà∂nelik sà∂zlຠtepkisi dolayƒ±sƒ±yla kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ± kartla gà∂rmàº≈ütàº. | Osasuna maà߃±nda kƒ±rmƒ±zƒ± kart gà∂ren Real Madrid'in ƒ∞ngiliz futbolcusu Jude Bellingham'ƒ±n cezasƒ± belli oldu. | ƒ∞spanya Futbol Federasy…
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(2025-02-19). Understanding the Implications of US Vice President JD Vance's Confrontational Speech at the Munich Security Conference. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-19). Turkish court issues 9 life sentences for journalist Hrant Dink's murder. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-19). 'The Neglect of Theatre in Britain's Creative Life is Costing the Country Dearly'. bylinetimes.com "Theatre unites, brings us together, communities, all sections of society, rich, poor, young, old. They are places that glamorise intellect, finer emotions, humanise us." | In my play When Maggie Met Larry, recently broadcast on BBC Radio 4, there's a scene in which I imagine Laurence Olivier using those words to defend arts funding to Margaret Thatcher. | Although generally regarded as an irredeemable philistine, Thatcher was in fact an occasional theatregoer. Derek Jacobi, who plays Olivier in my drama, recalls her going to see him in a 1991 revival of Jean Anouilh's Becket and saying how much she'd enjoye…
(2025-02-19). Britain: Resisting Faragism means rescuing the Good Life. links.org.au 
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(2025-02-19). Three things people think they know about Ukraine in wartime. internationalviewpoint.org Everyday life in wartime – how to organise a mass army, signing up, deserting, training…. | – | / |
(2025-02-19). Hanna Perekhoda: 'The fight for freedom in Ukraine is intimately linked to the global struggle against fascist forces'. internationalviewpoint.org In this interview, Ukrainian historian and activist Hanna Perekhoda looks back at some of the preconceptions and simplifications that, in Western Europe, shape discussion of the war in Ukraine. | – | / |
(2025-02-19). Trumps' first days in power: Is the US heading toward fascism? internationalviewpoint.org
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(2025-02-19). Why are Brits Funding Foreign Students? dailysceptic.org Why are Brits splurging millions each year funding foreign PhD students to do research in such non-critical areas as "the impact of race, class, gender and coloniality in child-centred learning", asks Charlotte Gill.
(2025-02-19). Ellas están donde deben estar: Un libro sobre mujeres en la restauración habanera (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Ellas están donde deben estar…mujeres en la restauración compila la trayectoria de arquitectas, ingenieras, historiadoras, arqueólogas, técnicas, biólogas y diseñadoras que cuentan cómo ha aportado a sus carreras trabajar la restauración del patrimonio desde la Oficina del Historiador de la Ciudad de La Habana.
(2025-02-19). Concluyó Jornada por el Día del Instructor de Arte 2025. cubadebate.cu Hace apenas unas horas concluyó, en Guantánamo, la Jornada por el Día del Instructor de Arte 2025, que se conmemoró del 10 al 18 de febrero en todas las provincias del país y gozó de un vasto programa de actividades preparadas por esos profesionales de la cultura en las diferentes comunidades donde habitan y laboran.
(2025-02-19). Fidel hace 25 años en Baraguá: !No nos hemos cansado ni nos cansaremos! cubadebate.cu En la arboleda gloriosa de Baraguá nos reunimos aquella mañana del 19 de febrero del año 2000. Elián González continuaba secuestrado en los Estados Unidos, pese al vibrante llamado a su retorno que las abuelas materna y paterna habían hecho en propio suelo estadounidense en los días finales de enero. Nuestro pueblo en las calles y las plazas reclamaba su regreso. Convencido desde el primer día de que esta era una contienda de masas y de opinión pública, Fidel dirigía una estrategia combinada de marchas del pueblo combatiente, tribunas abiertas, mesas redondas, editoriales periodísticos y batalla diplomática.
(2025-02-19). Mysterious Discovery: Unidentified Woman Found with Mutilated Face in Himachal Pradesh. devdiscourse.com A gruesome discovery has been reported from the Gagret area of Himachal Pradesh's Una district, where the body of an unidentified woman, found beneath a culvert, shows signs of a brutal attack. The woman's face was severely mutilated, possibly to obfuscate her identity.