(2026-05-01). Anti-genocide activist denounces imperialist violence in the Middle East in statement supporting International May Day Online Rally. wsws.org Dr. Abeer Omar, an assistant nursing professor at Trent University, in Peterborough, Ontario, denounced the systematic slaughter of healthcare workers by Israel in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, and the US and Israel's targeting of civilians in their war of extermination against Iran.
(2026-05-01). US urges meeting between Lebanese president, Israeli PM. newarab.com 
The US embassy in Lebanon on Thursday urged a meeting between Lebanese and Israeli leaders as the health ministry said Israeli strikes on the country's south killed at least 17 people despite Israeli and Lebanese representatives this month have met twice in Washington ⚪ the first such meetings in decades ⚪ after
(2026-05-01). Byblos Exhibit at Monde Arabe Suffers Effects of Israeli War on Lebanon. indybay.org Presently on display through August at Paris' Institut du Monde Arabe (Arab World Institute [L'IMA]) is the revealing historical exhibition, "Byblos, cité millénaire du Liban" (Byblos, Millennia-old City of Lebanon).
(2026-05-01). How Netanyahu made Israel an ever more Lawless Nation. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has been empowered by his Likud Party and its coalition partners to behave in a more unhinged way than ever before. The longer he's been in office, the more he has become an anarchic wrecking ball targeting what's left of Israeli democracy. Under his rein, the Israeli military has terrorized civilian areas in Lebanon and Iran, while lawless gangs are given free rein in Israel and the Palestinian West Bank to terrorize native Palestinian communities, as the army looks the other way. The aim is to drive Palestinians out of thei…
(2026-05-01). Wishful thinking topple Iran or protect Israeli soldiers from drones. haaretz.com While Trump hesitates, Israel hopes for a resumption of the war with Iran ‚ñ Hezbollah has identified an IDF vulnerability – and questions are also arising within the units themselves regarding activity in Lebanon…
(2026-05-01). Join the May Day Online Rally! For Socialism! Against war, genocide and fascism! wsws.org The International Committee of the Fourth International and the World Socialist Web Site are holding our 13th annual International May Day Online Rally at 3: 00 pm EDT.
(2026-05-01). Primero de Mayo de 2026: La Patria se defiende en las calles y plazas de Cuba. cubadebate.cu "La Patria se defiende en calles y plazas, este viernes al amanecer", aseguró la víspera el presidente Díaz-Canel. Y hoy desfila el pueblo con valor, en defensa de los derechos y principios de los revolucionarios y sindicalistas, en un país soberano y antimperialista. "Marchemos unidos: trabajadores, campesinos, estudiantes, intelectuales, artistas, deportistas, cubanas y cubanos todos, contra el bloqueo genocida y las groseras amenazas imperiales a nuestro país".
(2026-05-01). Iran surprises Trump with deadly 'Arash' drone as US blockade pressure faces new military reality. hindustantimes.com Tensions in West Asia are escalating as Iran stages a major military showcase featuring its latest drone technology amid stalled peace talks and rising regional friction. During a large rally in Tehran, Iran unveiled its new Arash suicide drone alongside the Shahed-136, signaling what officials describe as a strengthened deterrence posture. The display comes as Washington's blockade strategy and broader geopolitical standoff continue to fuel uncertainty across the region. The Arash drone, designed for long-range deep-strike missions, was presented as part of a broader demonstration of Iran's evolving unmanned war…
(2026-05-01). Trump's supercarrier flees Middle East? World's largest warship leaves Gulf after mysterious damage. hindustantimes.com The USS Gerald R. Ford heads back to the U.S. after a record 300-day deployment marked by technical issues, onboard fire, and crew fatigue. As tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz, the carrier's departure raises fresh questions about U.S. naval readiness and regional military balance amid the fragile standoff with Iran.
(2026-05-01). Trump's 'Strait of Trump' idea returns with cryptic 'storm is coming' post for Mojtaba | Hormuz, War. hindustantimes.com What happens when a global oil lifeline turns into a battlefield of narratives, power plays, and personal branding? As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, the world isn't just watching ships being blocked, it's watching signals being sent. From Donald Trump's provocative suggestion to rename one of the world's most strategic waterways, to his cryptic "storm is coming" warning, the messaging is as intense as the military posturing on the ground. But beneath the headlines lies a deeper question: who actually controls the Strait right now? The U.S. claims a "foolproof" blockade, backed by numbers: 42 ships redire…
(2026-05-01). Iran says it is not realistic to expect quick results from talks with U.S. haaretz.com
(2026-05-01). Time for Trump to dictate terms of Iran's surrender. onlineopinion.com.au 'We have all the cards.' What comes after Trump walks away from talks?
(2026-05-01). Italy condemns 'unlawful' Israeli interception of Gaza flotilla. newarab.com 
Italy condemns Israel's seizure of aid ships bound for Gaza and demands the immediate release of all Italians who have been "unlawfully detained," Israel intercepted the vessels in international waters near Greece late on Wednesday, a move the organizers ⚪
(2026-05-01). Israeli group asks high court to order release of Gaza doctors. newarab.com 
An Israeli rights organisation petitioned Israel's Supreme Court on Thursday to demand the immediate release of 14 Palestinian doctors from Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) said the doctors have been denied adequate medical care and food and subjected to physical abuse while in detention. The group said they are being held under Israel's Unlawful Combatants Law, which allows for indefinite detention without charge. | "The Israeli army already…
(2026-05-01). On May Day, Gaza's workers find whatever source of income they can. aljazeera.com Gaza's economic collapse leaves workers in perilous jobs, with unemployment soaring amid ongoing devastation.
(2026-05-01). Condemnation and protests against Israel's raid of Gaza aid flotilla. aljazeera.com Israel has provoked international condemnation for its interception of Gaza-bound aid boats in international waters.
(2026-05-01). Gaza aid flotilla activists transferred to Greece after IDF seizure. haaretz.com Greece claimed Israel's seizure of the ships near its waters was not coordinated with Athens. 'You can't do something like that so close to the national waters of a European country,' a journalist who was on board the flotilla told Haaretz…
(2026-05-01). Gaza: Aseel's journey back to hope. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-05-01). Venezuela's interim president paints Trump as defender of "peace" after Washington shooting. wsws.org Associating Trump with "peace," Rodriguez whitewashes the ongoing avalanche of war crimes unleashed by Washington across the globe and directly against Venezuela itself.
(2026-05-01). UN Resident Coordinator in Cuba: We need fuel now to save lives. radiohc.cu With the U.S. embargo that has cut off oil supplies to Cuba, the healthcare system is severely affected, access to drinking water has been lost, and babies are at risk, wrote Francisco Piñón, the United Nations Resident Coordinator on the island, in The Guardian on Thursday. | Piñón, whose work is closely tied to the daily realities in the Caribbean country and to the coordination and implementation of humanitarian and development projects in that context, warns that "after several months of a profound energy crisis in Cuba, the consequences are no longer abstract: they are becoming evident in the rhythm of daily…
(2026-05-01). '3 days in, no explosion…': Mojtaba aide taunts Trump over failed oil pressure & blockade strategy. hindustantimes.com Iran's parliament speaker ridicules Trump's claim that an Iranian oil well would explode "in three days," saying "no well exploded… next stop: 140" dollars a barrel. While Trump bets on a Hormuz blockade, China's independent refiners keep buying most of Iran's crude and $120 oil is squeezing American consumers instead.
(2026-05-01). Palestinian FA chief blasts Israeli VP at FIFA Congress. newarab.com 
Palestinian soccer federation Both men were called to the stand by Infantino put his hand on Rajoub's arm and invited him with a gesture to come closer to Suliman, but…
(2026-05-01). Kurdish militant says Turkey stalled peace talks over reforms. newarab.com 
A peace initiative to end He and another officials with the group accused Ankara of failing to enact legal and political reforms needed to move the process forward, contradicting recent optimistic statements by Murat…
(2026-05-01). Xi stresses advancing basic research to solidify foundation for building China's strength in science, technology. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday urged greater efforts and more concrete measures to strengthen basic research, enhance China's capacity for original innovation, and further solidify the foundation for building the country's strength in science and technology.
(2026-05-01). Openness of China benefits its trading partners. ecns.cn The global economic landscape stands at a crossroads. While some traditional economic powers have retreated behind protectionism and unilateral tariffs, China has charted a decisively different course. Beijing's strategy to not only expand the volume of imports but to fundamentally optimize their structure has become a significant stabilizing force in global trade today.
(2026-05-01). Protesting U of Washington's firing of Prof. Aria Fani as Middle East Center Director. juancole.com — | Letter to the University of Washington regarding the termination of Professor Aria Fani as director of the Middle East Center: | Robert J. Jones | President, University of Washington | president@uw.edu | Tricia Serio | Provost and Executive Vice President…
(2026-05-01). Suspect involved in cross-border cyber gambling extradited to China from Thailand. ecns.cn A key suspect involved in a major cross-border cyber gambling case has been extradited from Thailand to China with support from Thai authorities, Tianjin public security authorities announced Thursday.
(2026-05-01). SARS salutes workers as new Commissioner begins term. sanews.gov.za SARS salutes workers as new Commissioner begins term | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has marked Workers' Day by paying tribute to South Africa's workforce, while welcoming its new Commissioner, Dr Johnstone Makhubu. | Commissioner Makhubu has begun his term with a pledge to strengthen fairness, trust and institutional integrity. | In his first official statement, Makhubu said his appointment by President Cyril Ramaphosa, on the recommendation of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, carried significant responsibility at a time when the country depends heavily on an effective and trusted revenue authority.
(2026-05-01). Starbucks Workers United: Madison Strike On MAY 1 (May Day) May 2, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-01). WI BOPM: Ready For May Day 2026 in Wisconsin! wibailoutpeople.org 
Citywide walkout by students April 24, 2026 in Milwaukee. / Photo: @wi.bopm…
(2026-05-01). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(2026-05-01). Is the DNC Giving Kamala Harris a Boost for 2028? indybay.org Deep-sixing actual history of the 2024 election…
(2026-05-01). Labor Notes Tops Purging Militant Teamster Trade Unionists to Help IBT President Sean. indybay.org Labor Notes bureaucrats who like to talk about "democracy" are purging opponents of fascist supporter IBT president Sean O'Brien from coming to the Labor Notes convention in June. The TDU and Ken Paff who is part of the leadership of LN invited Sean O'Brien to the last convention and supported his endorsement by the Teamsters For A Democratic Union. Supporting a fascist to your convention has nothing to do with building a democratic labor movement.
(2026-05-01). Sri Lankan government blocks release of Tamil writer's books. wsws.org The JVP/NPP government censors Tamil writers under the guise of "national unity," while allowing Sinhala chauvinist and militarist propaganda to circulate freely.
(2026-05-01). South Korea's Net Zero Boast Crumbles. wattsupwiththat.com The net zero agenda requires a deliberate ignorance of how the modern world functions. South Korea rose from the ashes of war to become a global economic titan because it embraced the power of energy-dense, reliable fossil fuels. Turning away from this proven model in favor of unproven, weather-dependent technologies is a recipe for economic ruin.
(2026-05-01). IEC ramps up preparations after Local Elections date confirmed. sanews.gov.za IEC ramps up preparations after Local Elections date confirmed | The Electoral Commission of South Africa has welcomed the announcement of the date for the country's upcoming Local Government Elections, describing it as a key milestone in preparations for the polls. | President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday confirmed 4 November 2026 as the day for South Africans to head to the polls. | Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo said the confirmation provides much-needed clarity for stakeholders and enables the Commission to intensify its operational planning. | "The announcement of the election date provides clarity for…
(2026-05-01). Suspense thriller emerges as May Day box-office contender. ecns.cn As the May Day holiday approaches, the suspense thriller Vanishing Point is already generating buzz, rising to become the second-highest-grossing film on the country's box-office presale charts for May 1, just behind Hong Kong tentpole Cold War 1994.
(2026-05-01). Israeli opposition fully expects criminal coalition to do whatever it takes to disrupt the democratic process. haaretz.com The Israeli opposition is preparing for what it sees as the very real possibility that Netanyahu will refuse to recognize the results of the election if he loses ‚ñ Likud officials close to the prime minister understand he will need to bring in some reinforcements to win ‚ñ President Herzog will need to be highly creative to free Netanyahu the defendant from his trial – and to free Israelis from him…
(2026-05-01). SFSU Students Walk Out Against Faculty Cutbacks &AI Deals With Anthropic:Defend Our School. indybay.org Students, staff and faculty walked out at SFSU to protest the cutbacks of adjunct faculty and elimination of many classes. Also UAW 4123 joined the protest.
(2026-05-01). Starmer's silly talking points: King Charles III visits Washington. onlineopinion.com.au Starmer's Washington gamble: can royal diplomacy stabilise a transactional alliance, or save his prime ministership?
(2026-05-01). Key deadline looms in US-Iran war as conflict drags on. newarab.com 
(2026-05-01). Madison Jewish Voice for Peace Palestine Contingent for May Day 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
Madison Jewish Voice for Peace invites you to march with them in a Palestine Solidarity contingent. If interested, meet up at the entrance to the UW Memorial Library that faces Library Mall by 12 noon. Bring your flags, signs and kuffiyehs. (If you bring larger banners, be sure you also bring enough folks to carry them!) …
(2026-05-01). May Day 2026 Strong National Day of Action in the U.S. Thousands of Actions! wibailoutpeople.org 
Gas prices are rising and so are we. Across the country, working people are being squeezed by rising food and housing costs, growing instability, and an economy that continues to prioritize billionaires over the rest of us. Meanwhile, the administration is carrying out an unpopular and illegal war, with everyday people bearing the cost. Trump …
(2026-05-01). Clashes erupt in Australian town over death of Indigenous girl. geo.tv 
Community unrest outside Alice Springs Hospital, where a 47-year-old man arrested in connection with the alleged killing of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby was taken, in Alice Springs, Australia, April 30, 2026, in this screengrab taken from a video. — Reuters
(2026-05-01). From ports to sky rail and e-commerce: Pakistani journalists explore Hubei's vitality. ecns.cn Recently, a delegation of media and think tank representatives from Pakistan visited central China's Hubei Province, gaining firsthand insight into the province's development through on-site tours.
(2026-05-01). Endangered Mexican Wolf Crosses From New Mexico Into Chihuahua. indybay.org Border Wall Construction Could Sever Link Between Populations…
(2026-05-01). Realty mkt sees broad rebound. ecns.cn Driven by growth in its four largest cities, home purchases in China gained traction nationwide in March, leading to rising confidence among experts about the housing performance during the upcoming May Day holiday, which is deemed vital to the overall stabilization of the real estate market.
(2026-05-01). Craftsmanship across millennia: A tribute on Labor Day. ecns.cn Over 2,000 years ago, Lu Ban, the legendary master carpenter, pioneered the sunmao (mortise and tenon) joint — no nails, no rivets, only perfect interlocking that has allowed wooden structures to stand firm for centuries.
(2026-05-01). The Border Wall Thrives, The Borderlands Don't. juancole.com (
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: Watsonville May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires. indybay.org 1 – 2pm Mobile Protest (Home Depot – Target) | 2 – 3pm Protest at Target, 1415 Main St, Watsonville | 3 pm March from Target to Romo Park | 4 – 6pm Rally at Romo Park, 335 Main St, Watsonville…
(2026-05-01). Real Estate and Development Interests Back Ryan Coonerty for Mayor of Santa Cruz. indybay.org The vast majority of cash contributions made by members of the real estate and development industry in the Santa Cruz mayoral race have gone to candidate Ryan Coonerty, according to campaign finance documents filed ahead of the June 2 primary election. As of April 18, Coonerty has accumulated $56,015 in total contributions, with $5,999 coming from real estate and development interests. The four other candidates in the mayoral race, Ami Chen Mills, Gillian Greensite, Chris Krohn, and Joy Schendledecker have taken little to no funding from real estate and development interests, and have raised significantly le…
(2026-05-01). Energy costs fuel inflation worries in Southeast Asia. ecns.cn The global oil crisis triggered by Middle East tensions has sparked inflationary alarms across Southeast Asia, with the poorest households among the most vulnerable, experts say.
(2026-05-01). Thursday 4/30: Community Briefing: Heeding Lebanese Voices – The Human Cost of Israeli Occupation. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kD0T……
(2026-05-01). New Banksy sculpture appears to show politician blinded by his own flag. aljazeera.com Banksy has unveiled a new sculpture of a man stepping off a stone base with his face obscured by a flag.
(2026-05-01). Shanghai coffee shop count tops 10,000, highest globally. ecns.cn The number of coffee shops in Shanghai has exceeded 10,000 for the first time, making it the city with the highest number of coffee outlets globally, according to an industry report.
(2026-05-01). It's Time for Texas to Get Competitive on Transmission Development. wattsupwiththat.com "Competition on its worst day is better than regulation on its best day."
(2026-05-01). China's independent industrial chain boosts EV sector. ecns.cn Feng Yanqiang, director of cylindrical system, at EVE Energy, stated in a recent interview with China Daily Website that Chinas new energy vehicle sector boasts a fully independent and secure complete industrial chain, world-leading technologies.
(2026-05-01). German government passes war budget, agrees sharp attacks on healthcare. wsws.org The cabinet has decided to massively increase military spending and correspondingly slash social spending. One "reform" will deliver a death blow to healthcare in its current form.
(2026-05-01). Planning for Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony. indybay.org Leidesdorff served as U.S. Vice Consul to Mexican California, documented the Bear Flag Revolt, and played a key role in the transition of California during the U.S.—Mexican War. As a businessman, he established major commercial ties across the Pacific Rim and captained the Sitka, the first steamship to navigate the Sacramento River—an achievement memorialized on the California State Seal.
(2026-05-01). King Charles' gift amuses Chinese, anti-spy agency makes allegation: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. US economic gap over China to widen, but Iran might bring them closer: former UN official…
(2026-05-01). China sets up pig industry advisory body to improve market oversight. ecns.cn China has established a monitoring and early warning advisory committee on the pig industry to strengthen oversight and improve government intervention in the sector, the agriculture ministry said.
(2026-05-01). Monday 5/18: Leidesdorff Wreath Laying Ceremony Mission Delores Basilica. indybay.org Mission Delores Basilica | 3321 16th Street | San Francisco, CA 94114…
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/2: San José…Billionaires ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd | San José, CA 95117…
(2026-05-01). US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline. geo.tv 
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth testifies before a US House Armed Services Committee hearing titled "Department of Defence FY2027 Budget Request," on Capitol Hill on April 29, 2026. — AFPWhite House sees war powers clock as halted.No US-Iran fire reported since early April…
(2026-05-01). Xi'an showcases smart city governance model. ecns.cn Mayors and government officials representing seven countries shared insights on digitalization and efficiency in modern city governance at the recently concluded 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Xi'an, Shaanxi province.
(2026-05-01). Chinese naval, air forces patrol Huangyan Dao. ecns.cn Naval and air units of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command (STC) on Thursday conducted combat readiness patrols in the territorial sea and airspace of China's Huangyan Dao and its surrounding areas.
(2026-05-01). Platform to better serve visitors. ecns.cn Beijing has launched"GO BEIJING", a comprehensive online service platform offering a full range of services for inbound visitors across different scenarios, local authorities said Tuesday.
(2026-05-01). The Cop, the Neo-Nazi, and the Elephant. indybay.org Three Anecdotes About Our book "How to defend yourself during a police interrogation"
(2026-05-01). Jury Acquits Glass House ICE Raid Protester; Mahmoud Khalil Speaks Out. indybay.org Pacifica's Capitalism, Race and Democracy covers the acquittal of CSU Channel adjunct professor John Caravello, a report by Palestinian graduate student Mahmoud Khalil and report on Iran…
(2026-05-01). Timberwolves eliminate Nuggets as Knicks demolish Hawks in NBA playoffs. aljazeera.com Meanwhile, the Celtics-76ers playoff heads for a decisive Game 7 after Philadelphia beat Boston 106-93.
(2026-05-01). New Banksy statue of man blinded by flag draws crowds in London. scmp.com Elusive street artist Banksy on Thursday confirmed he was behind a new work drawing crowds in central London: a statue of a suited man striding into the void while holding a flag that blocks his view. | The monument, which has Banksy's name scrawled on the base, first appeared on Wednesday just off the central street of Pall Mall.
(2026-05-01). to whitewash fascism and Palestinian soccer chief hits out at Israeli delegate at FIFA Congress. haaretz.com Palestinian FA chief Jibril Rajoub rejects FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attempt to broker a handshake with Arab-Israeli official at congress – amid ongoing dispute over West Bank settlement clubs…
(2026-05-01). Rescue orgs will adopt out more than 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms breeding facility. indybay.org Animal rescue groups have purchased more than 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms, a massive Wisconsin-based facility that breeds the dogs for scientific research.
(2026-05-01). Speech of Vatan Party at the founding congress of SOVINTERN. unitedworldint.com 
Speech held by Secretary General of the Vatan Party, àñzgàºr Bursalƒ±, in Moscow, Russia. From 25 to 29 April 2026, the first international forum of SOVINTERN was held in Moscow under the leadership of the A Just Russia Party, with the participation of numerous partner parties and organizations. Bringing together more than 200 participants representing …
(2026-05-01). Tuesday 4/28: On Achieving Peace in the Middle East. indybay.org Learning Resource Center, L-114 (Library ground floor) | San José City College | 2100 Moorpark Avenue | San José, CA 95128…
(2026-05-01). Senate Democrats voice support for major surge in military spending at Hegseth briefing. wsws.org Leading Senate Democrats called Thursday for a major expansion of US military spending at the testimony by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who was briefing the Senate Armed Services Committee on the Trump administration's plans to massively increase military spending.
(2026-05-01). Why governments beyond Hong Kong are wary of prediction markets. scmp.com After winning legislative backing for the Hong Kong Jockey Club to offer basketball betting — an initiative aimed at drawing punters away from illegal online bookmakers and capturing additional tax revenue — the government has now paused the roll-out. | Officials say the rise of prediction markets has altered the landscape and warrants closer examination. So, what is it about prediction markets that unsettles officials?
(2026-05-01). China travel boom expected over May Day holiday. ecns.cn Spring breaks for many primary and secondary schools now overlap with the upcoming May Day holiday, creating longer travel windows and boosting demand. China's holiday travel market is expected to surge, with both trips and spending projected to reach new highs, according to the online travel agency Trip.com Group.
(2026-05-01). Amid massive government-employer assault on workplace safety, US unions sow complacency on Workers Memorial Day. wsws.org With the Trump administration continuing its massive assault on workplace safety and environmental protections, the American trade union bureaucracy issued boilerplate statements calling for increased lobbying and voter drives.
(2026-05-01). Govt pays tribute to workers across the nation. sanews.gov.za Govt pays tribute to workers across the nation | Government has extended its appreciation to workers across the nation as the country commemorates Workers' Day on 1 May 2026. | Acting Director-General of the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), Nomonde Mnukwa, has highlighted the critical role workers play in driving the country's growth and development. | In a statement on Friday, Mnukwa emphasised that Workers' Day serves as a moment to recognise not only the economic contributions of employees, but also their ongoing efforts to build fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. | She reaffirmed th…
(2026-05-01). Thursday 4/30: Stop the AI Race Before it Stops Us! Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org Outside in front of 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be. Probably outside the entrance to southern wing of the bldg.
(2026-05-01). The ILWU 10 is inviting all workers and unions to march with them on May Day 2026. indybay.org ILWU Local 10 is inviting unions and workers to march with their contingent with their class demands…
(2026-05-01). China's manufacturing sector continues expansion, data shows. ecns.cn Chinas factory activity remained in expansion territory in April, staying above the 50-point boom-bust line for a second consecutive month, according to official data.
(2026-05-01). New mutual aid eldercare plan unveiled. ecns.cn China has unveiled a national plan to promote mutual aid eldercare services, part of broader efforts to respond to its rapidly aging population and improve community-based care.
(2026-05-01). Man in Xiamen undergoes five surgeries in five days. ecns.cn A man in Xiamen, Fujian province, underwent five surgeries in five days during a short leave, sparking online discussion.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: May Day Action at Oakland Airport – Stop Fedex from Shipping Killer Cargo to Israel. indybay.org ILUW Local 6 | 99 Hegenberger Rd | Oakland | Oakland Airport…
(2026-05-01). Australia: 4 workers killed on the job in southeast Queensland in recent weeks. wsws.org The known workplace fatalities around Brisbane now total seven in six months—part of a rising toll due to unsafe conditions, increased rates of exploitation by employers, official coverups and government complicity.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: Workers Day March Palo Alto. indybay.org Start in front of Tesla showroom in Stanford Shopping Center | Enter mall via Plum Lane and location is straight ahead next to Sephora | We start marching through the mall shortly after gathering at 5pm…
(2026-05-01). Ashes of Lungrik Namgyal interred in a stupa of Sichuan's Daocheng. ecns.cn The ashes of Lungrik Namgyal, a respected Tibetan Buddhist leader, were returned from France to Daocheng County in Sichuan Province and interred in a stupa on April 19, 2026, in accordance with Tibetan Buddhist rituals.
(2026-05-01). Workers the "heartbeat of the economy" sanews.gov.za Workers the "heartbeat of the economy" | Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has outlined government's plans to expand economic opportunities, particularly for young people, as South Africa marks International Workers' Day. | In a statement on Friday, the Minister paid tribute to workers across sectors, describing them as the "heartbeat of the economy" and central to the country's democratic foundation. | She said Workers' Day serves not only as a celebration of past struggles, but as a commitment to ensuring that decent work becomes a reality for all South Africans. | The Minister announced that 2…
(2026-05-01). Japan may shoot itself in foot with weapons exports. ecns.cn Driven by a neo-militarist agenda, Tokyo revised the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology and implementation guidelines on April 21, lifting the ban on lethal weapon exports.
(2026-05-01). Germany's Morenoite RIO joins Left Party in support of war, attacks on the working class. wsws.org The integration of the RIO Morenoites into the Left Party marks a further political shift to the right by this pseudo-left tendency, which can only be understood in the context of the current crisis of capitalism.
(2026-05-01). China launches crackdown on false advertising in online food sales. ecns.cn China will launch a nationwide campaign to crack down on false advertising in online food sales, targeting e-commerce platforms, sellers and related service providers, the country's market regulator said.
(2026-05-01). AI token biz highlighted for Guizhou's development. ecns.cn As tokens emerge as a key resource in the artificial intelligence era, Guizhou province in Southwest China is stepping up efforts to tap into the emerging business by leveraging its strengths in computing power, data resources and application scenarios.
(2026-05-01). Zambia: Summit on Human Rights, Technology Effectively Canceled. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema speaks at a high-level meeting in Angola, December 4, 2024. | © 2024 Ben Curtis/AP Photo | (Johannesburg) — The Zambian government's decision to postpone RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, raises concerns about the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly and about possible Chinese government interference, Human Rights Watch said today. The 14th edition of RightsCon was scheduled to be held in Lusaka, Zambia's capital, from May 5 to 8, 2026.In an April 29 statement, the Zambian government said that…
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/9: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: The Pacific Circuit. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-05-01). Chinese construction worker becomes safety supervisor after earning 13 certificates. ecns.cn A 51-year-old construction worker from central China has risen from a day laborer to a safety supervisor overseeing more than 40 construction sites after earning 13 professional certificates over nine years.
(2026-05-01). Workers Memorial Day: Remember the Dead, Fight for the Living! Defend Injured Workers. indybay.org On April 2028, Workers Memorial Day a national panel was held to report the attack on health and safety for working people and also the destruction of health and safety protections. They also discussed the capture of government regulatory agencies.
(2026-05-01). Advocates urge CA to oppose Baby stop expediting oil permits. indybay.org California oil and gas regulators have approved 254 new oil drilling permits in Kern County this year to date, more drilling permits than all of those approved in the last 3 years combined.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: ICE Out of CSUMB! Students Rise Up on May Day. indybay.org CSUMB Main Quad, 100 Campus Ctr, Seaside…
(2026-05-01). Interview with José Ramón Cabañas / Dialogue with the U.S. is possible, but our system is not negotiable. radiohc.cu Radio Havana Cuba brings you a special interview with Cuban diplomat José Ramón Cabañas. Serving in Cuban diplomatic missions for nearly 40 years, Cabañas is currently the Director of the Center for International Policy Research (CIPI), based here in Havana. | José Ramón Cabañas has served as Deputy Director for the United States and Canada, Director of Consular Affairs and Cuban Residents Abroad, Director of Document Management, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. | He was the head of the Cuban Interests Section in Washington, DC and, in 2015, when the Interests Section became an embassy, José Ramón Cabañas…
(2026-05-01). Senior IDF officer warns of in response to settler violence. haaretz.com Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth explicitly referred to settler violence as 'Jewish terror' and warned that systemic attacks and government policy are pushing the West Bank toward an apocalyptic escalation…
(2026-05-01). China allocates $12.6 billion more for equipment upgrades, nears annual target. ecns.cn China has allocated 91.5 billion yuan ($12.6 billion) in a second batch of funding this year to support equipment upgrades, bringing the total to 185.1 billion yuan, or 92% of its annual target, the country's top economic planner said.
(2026-05-01). 'Workplace childhood friends' redefine loyalty. ecns.cn In China's increasingly high-pressure labor market, a new sociological term is gaining traction among Gen Z and millennial professionals: "first-job colleagues", or more colloquially, "workplace childhood friends".
(2026-05-01). Wednesday 4/29: Meeting: Proposed Downtown Concord AI Data Center. indybay.org Garden Conference Room, 1950 Parkside Drive, Wing A…
(2026-05-01). Cameroon: the struggle to access safe drinking water in Kerawa and Kolofata. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Lebanon: Operational Facts and Figures – 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Humanitarian action in the digital age: Reflections from CYBERUK. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Jordan: Facts and Figures – January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Mali: ICRC provides further medical support for hospitals in the wake of fresh hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Iran: ICRC president says a return to war would be ruinous for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Sudan: the human cost of three years of war. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Call for entries for the 16th Humanitarian Visa d'or award. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Brazil: ICRC director-general begins official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). ICRC president arrives in Iran to discuss urgent humanitarian concerns. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). The Health Care in Danger initiative. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Iran: ICRC delivers the first batch of emergency relief items to Iranian Red Crescent Society. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Health Care in Danger Regional ASIA PACIFIC Meeting 2021. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Buried Wars: Landmines Shatter Iraq's Childhood Dreams. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Lebanon: Maintaining water and essential lifelines as hostilities disrupt essential services. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Commercial LPG price hiked again by Rs 993 per 19-kg cylinder: check new rates in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-01). Afghanistan: Humanitarian assistance to conflict-affected communities in Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Afghanistan: Operational update on humanitarian response in Kamdesh and Barg-e-Matal Districts, Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Confronting Absence: Art, Testimony and Humanitarian Action on the Crisis of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). I was killed, but I forgot to die: The life of a waiting family. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). ICRC president: Patterns of warfare that disregard human life and dignity cannot continue as Sudan war enters fourth year. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). China: Addressing complex humanitarian and security challenges in Africa needs all-inclusive approach. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Visit of the ICRC Regional Director helped strengthen the dialogue on humanitarian cooperation in Africa. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Informan tratamiento laboral y salarial para este Primero de Mayo. cubadebate.cu El 1 de mayo es un día de conmemoración nacional para celebrar el "Día Internacional de los Trabajadores", conforme lo previsto en el artículo 94 de la Ley 116, Código de Trabajo. Este viernes recesan las actividades laborales, excepto las relacionadas con la zafra y otros trabajos agrícolas urgentes, industrias de procesos de producción continua, servicios y labores inaplazables.
(2026-05-01). Honduras: Audios revelan complot entre Israel y EEUU para el regreso de Hernández a la presidencia. cubadebate.cu Audios de WhatsApp, Signal y Telegram publicados en exclusiva por Canal RED y "Hondurasgate" destapan una operación de corrupción e injerencia política en Honduras, con la participación de Trump y Netanyahu. EE.UU e Israel pretenden la construcción de una nueva base militar y que Honduras diseñe una ley a su medida para incentivar la inversión en inteligencia artificial.
(2026-05-01). Sabor y tradición: Bacán, arroz con coco y filete de pescado con coco. cubadebate.cu La cocina cubana es expresión de identidad y memoria, donde cada región aporta sabores y tradiciones propias. Baracoa destaca por el uso del coco y la influencia franco-haitiana, que definen platos emblemáticos de su cultura culinaria. Hoy les propongo bacán, arroz con coco y filete de pescado con coco.
(2026-05-01). The Guardian: Los más pobres sufrirán las consecuencias de las presiones de EEUU para impedir que Cuba envíe médicos a países vecinos. cubadebate.cu Novlyn Ebanks, de 73 años, tenía previsto recibir gratuitamente la cirugía ocular que necesitaba en el hospital St. Joseph de Kingston. Pero en marzo, tras la decisión unilateral de Jamaica de poner fin al acuerdo de cooperación de casi 30 años con Cuba, ya no pudo programar el procedimiento. El centro de oftalmología del hospital estaba atendido principalmente por médicos cubanos.
(2026-05-01). Ante el persistente shock energético en Cuba, salvar vidas no puede esperar. cubadebate.cu A cuatro meses del agravamiento de la crisis energética en Cuba, sus consecuencias siguen marcando el ritmo de la vida cotidiana. Los hospitales reducen sus operaciones. No se trata de un asunto político. Es sobre todo un tema humano. Detrás de cada cifra hay familias cuyos planes han sido interrumpidos y cuya resiliencia se pone a prueba cada día.
(2026-05-01). Pesista cubana Marifelix Sarría conquista tres medallas en el Campeonato Panamericano de Panamá 2026. cubadebate.cu La cubana subtitular mundial Marifelix Sarría, de la división de +86 kilogramos, conquistó hoy medallas de oro, plata y bronce en el Campeonato Panamericano de Levantamiento de Pesas de Panamá 2026. La corona llegó en el ejercicio de envión, en el que realizó un primer intento válido sobre 156 kilogramos y luego dominó los 161.
(2026-05-01). Cuba: Aquel Primero de Mayo de 1963. cubadebate.cu °Fidel Castro estaba hablando, por vez primera, desde la Plaza Roja de Moscú, en la Unión Soviética! aquel Primero de Mayo de 1963, día del proletariado mundial. Y expresó: "Tengo una enorme impresión por el desfile y las manifestaciones de cariño y amistad sincera de los soviéticos hacia la Cuba revolucionaria. °Viva personificación del internacionalismo proletario!".
(2026-05-01). Puelmapu: Entrevista a Moira Millán, referente mapuche. indybay.org Puelmapu: Entrevista a Moira Millán, referente mapuche | www.moiramillan.com/…
(2026-04-30). First US-Venezuela flight lands in Caracas after seven-year suspension. aljazeera.com American Airlines has resumed flights as Donald Trump moves to rebuild ties following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro.
(2026-04-30). Trump criticises Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump criticised German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday, saying he should focus on trying to end the Russia-Ukraine war and spend "less time on interfering" with the effort to tackle "the Iran nuclear threat". | Trump has been sparring with Merz over the war in Iran in recent days. On Tuesday, he said Merz didn't know what he was talking about after the German leader said the Iranians were humiliating the US in talks to end the two-month-old war. | Trump made his comments in a Truth Social post. | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1164939… | "The chancellor…
(2026-04-30). 'Our oil': Venezuela, Trump and the brutal logic of 21st century imperialism. links.org.au 
Opposing US intervention is necessary, but doing so without analysing the limits of the Maduro regime risks reducing politics to reflexive allegiance, writes Sankha Subhra Biswas.
(2026-04-30). How is Israel replicating its Gaza tactics in Lebanon? aljazeera.com Widespread Israeli attacks on civilian targets in Lebanon are a repeated tactic from Gaza.
(2026-04-30). Hormuz Burns, Lebanon Bleeds: Is the Middle East Entering a New Strategic Disorder? thinktank.pk The collapse—or strategic freezing—of U.S.-Iran diplomacy in late April 2026 is no longer just about Tehran's nuclear file. It has evolved into a broader geopolitical confrontation linking the Strait of Hormuz, Lebanon's fragile ceasefire, Israel's regional strategy, and global energy markets. As highlighted by recent reporting and regional developments, the current crisis reveals a dangerous …
(2026-04-30). Lebanon: Israel 'must fully implement truce' before talks. newarab.com 
Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war on 2 March, and Israeli and Lebanese representatives have since met twice in Washington, the first such meetings in decades, for discussions that Hezb…
(2026-04-30). Civilians or Hezbollah: Who did Israel hit on Lebanon's 'Black Wednesday'? aljazeera.com Israel says it targeted Hezbollah, but experts say the evidence proves otherwise.
(2026-04-30). Obliteration Ecocide from Gaza to Lebanon and Beyond. juancole.com Lebanon accuses Israel of committing ecocide in country since 2023. It is an extension of Israel's destruction of Gaza — and its obliteration doctrine. | Singapore (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Israeli military aggression has "reshaped both the physical and ecological landscape" of southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese report (which does not consider the impacts of Israel's latest barrage of attacks this spring). | In her foreword, Lebanon's minister for the environment Tamara el Zein notes: "The scale and intentionality of the damage to forests, agricultural lands, marine ecosystems, w…
(2026-04-30). They Escalate War—We Shut It Down: May Day Revolt Against the War Economy. scheerpost.com From January 30 to now — millions of us have answered the call of turning our backs on the war economy. National Shutdowns are essential in building a movement of love and care of people in response to 250 years of genocide, slavery, exploitation, and dehumanization. The brutality we saw ahead of the first shutdown in January …
(2026-04-30). Energy, logistics and security equation's new safe actor: Türkiye! unitedworldint.com/feed/ How has Türkiye become the most geostrategically important actor in the global system? By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The Ukraine War, the genocidal war in Gaza, the subsequent 12-day wars, and the U.S.-Iran war have ushered the global system into a period of restructuring, particularly in terms of energy supply security and logistical realities. This …
(2026-04-30). Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says new management of Strait of Hormuz 'will bring calm'. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a published written message on Thursday that a new chapter for the Gulf and ‚Å Strait of Hormuz has been taking shape since the Iran war with the United States and Israel broke out on February 28. | He said that Tehran would ‚Å secure the Gulf region and eliminate what he described as "the enemy's abuses of ‚Å the waterway".
(2026-04-30). Oil surge on Trump blockade warning tests stocks' resilience. scmp.com Subscribers: The Daily Pulse won't be published on May 1 because of China's Labour Day holiday. We will resume publication on Monday, May 4. | Crude oil prices jumped to a four-year high after US President Donald Trump suggested that a US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could last for "months".
(2026-04-30). US top commander to brief Trump on new military options against Iran, says report. geo.tv 
This collage shows US President Donald Trump and leader of the US Central Command Brad Cooper. — ReutersPossible strikes may focus on key Iranian infrastructure sites.Another plan involves securing Strait of Hormuz shipping route.Operation could include ground forces to…
(2026-04-30). Diesel up Rs19.39, petrol Rs6.51 per litre. tribune.com.pk 
Amid a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran-US conflict, the government on Thursday increased the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 19.39 per litre and the price of petrol by Rs 6.51 per litre for one week. | According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, HSD will now be sold at Rs 399.58 per litre, up from Rs 380.19, while petrol will be available at Rs 399.86 per litre compared to the previous rate of Rs 393.35, reflecting an increase of Rs 6.51 per litre. | High-speed diesel is widely used in the transport and agriculture sectors. With the sowing season under way, the sharp i…
(2026-04-30). Pakistan's Quiet Proposal That Could Reshape Middle East Security. thinktank.pk Pakistan's effort to help broker peace between the United States and Iran and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz deserves recognition. At a moment of rising regional tension, Pakistan has stepped forward as a stabilising force. This diplomatic initiative offers a rare opportunity to shape an agreement that not only ends the current crisis but …
(2026-04-30). Mojtaba Khamenei signals new gulf chapter, calls for US exit from Hormuz. tribune.com.pk 
Supreme Leader of Iran Mojtaba Khamenei said in a published written message on Thursday that a new chapter for the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz has been taking shape since the war on Iran by the United States and Israel broke out on February 28. | "Today, with two months having passed since the largest military campaign and aggression by the world's tyrants in the region and the disgraceful defeat of America in its plan, a new chapter for the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz is being written," he stated, according to Iran's Press TV. | üëâ "Today, with two months having passed since t…
(2026-04-30). Putin & Netanyahu deal spooks US after Ukraine: Israel so scared that it's helping Iran ally. hindustantimes.com Benjamin Netanyahu, already fighting Iran and its proxies, now faces U.S. pressure over alleged Russian grain shipments to Israel. Congressman Joe Wilson warns that buying "stolen" Ukrainian grain effectively funds Putin and Iran, even as Ukraine shares its hard‚Äëwon expertise against Shahed drones. Is Bibi quietly helping Moscow while Kyiv bleeds?
(2026-04-30). The Revolutionary Spirit of Iran (w/ Behrooz Ghamari) The Chris Hedges Report. scheerpost.com Chris Hedges The United States, in its recent war on Iran, has completely misread the Iranian people and failed to recognize the deep revolutionary spirit that pervades Iranian culture. Rather than inciting Iranian people against their government, the US-Israeli war on Iran has united the population. Rather than promoting democracy in Iran and empowering the …
(2026-04-30). Israeli ally UAE quits OPEC, OPEC. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the Israeli allies in the Middle East, has announced to quit OPEC and OPEC+ amidst the crisis the world is facing because of the US-Israel led Zionist war on Iran.
(2026-04-30). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-30). No more bombs for Iran, economic war instead? strategic-culture.su Trump assembled his national security team in Washington on Monday afternoon to figure out how to respond to Iran's latest missive delivered via Pakistan — i.e., end the blockade and then we'll talk about other issues. The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump opted for economic warfare against Iran as it carried less risk, instead of resuming bombing or trying to exit the conflict. That's the good news.
(2026-04-30). UK raises terror threat level to 'severe' after Jewish-targeted stabbings. scmp.com The UK government said on Thursday that the country was facing an antisemitism emergency and pledged to increase security for Jewish communities after a string of arson attacks and a double stabbing that have sparked fear and anger among Jews. | The country's official terror threat level was raised from substantial to severe after Wednesday's stabbing attack in London, which police have called an act of terrorism with potential links to Iran. Severe is the second-highest rung on a five-point scale…
(2026-04-30). RSF condemns 'kidnapping' of three journalists on board Gaza aid flotilla. aljazeera.com Among the detained journalists are Al Jazeera correspondent Hafed Mribah and cameraman Mahmut Yavuz.
(2026-04-30). Palestinian Evacuees: Escaping Ordeal in Gaza, Entering Another in France. ummid.com A Palestinian family evacuated from Gaza to France says French authorities have separated three children from their parents after allegations of abuse that the family strongly denies and courts have not substantiated with evidence.
(2026-04-30). World's top media outlets urge Israel to allow independent access to Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel continues to deny foreign reporters access to the Gaza Strip despite a 'ceasefire' being in place.
(2026-04-30). Rats infest Gaza's tent camps, biting children and spreading disease. newarab.com 
Rats and parasites are spreading through The outbreak is unfolding…
(2026-04-30). Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla in international waters off Greece, detaining dozens. scmp.com Israeli forces near the southern Greek island of Crete intercepted more than 20 boats from a flotilla of several dozen seeking to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza and planned to transport about 175 detained activists to Greece on Thursday, Israeli authorities said. | Activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla said Israeli forces stormed their vessels overnight, smashing engines and detaining some of those on board while they were sailing in international waters near Greece, hundreds of…
(2026-04-30). How can Venezuela recover its sovereignty? links.org.au 
Responding to Venezuelan leftist Luis Fernando Marquez, Chris Slee writes the left needs to be able to explain how US imperialism can be defeated.
(2026-04-30). last stand? What to know about 2026 election. haaretz.com Who are the key players, when will it be held and how do Israeli elections work?
(2026-04-30). This Supreme Court 'victory' for oil giants is not what it seems. peoplesworld.org 
For millions of years, the Mississippi River flowed unchecked, carrying roughly 400 million metric tons of sediment down to Louisiana, where it spilled into the Gulf of Mexico to create new land. But in the early 20th century, a series of dams and river-training structures were built to prevent flooding — leaving the river tamed …
(2026-04-30). Friends of the Earth Applauds House Stripping Harmful Pesticide Language from Farm Bill. commondreams.org This morning, the House voted to strip sections 10205, 10206, and 10207 from the Farm Bill, with 71 Republicans voting to strip the pesticide language and only 6 Democrats voting to keep it. This shows immense bipartisan support for upholding accountability for the pesticide industry. "Major pesticide issues haven't been debated on the House floor in a very long time" said Jason Davidson, Senior Food and Agriculture Campaigner with Friends of the Earth U.S. "For the people to win over the size, influence and money of the pesticide industry is a remarkable display of grassroots power and a tremendous victory fo…
(2026-04-30). MN Senate Passes Nation's First Ban on Apps That Create Nonconsensual Deepfakes. truthout.org The Minnesota Senate on Wednesday passed the country's first ban on "nudification" apps 65-0, addressing one of the main sources of nonconsensual deepfakes. The bill was passed by the state House last week and now just needs the governor's signature to become law. Advocates are optimistic Gov. Tim Walz, a Democrat, will sign legislation soon. This bill was the first attempt in the… |
(2026-04-30). Putin calls for building nuclear-weapon-free world. ecns.cn MOSCOW, April 29 ⚪ Russia, as a responsible party to and one of the depositaries of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, strictly abides by the letter and spirit of the treaty.Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an address to the 11th NPT Review Conference on Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). How FinTech Is Powering the Next Generation of Entertainment Platforms. moguldom.com Remember when buying a movie ticket meant standing in line with cash? Or when subscribing to anything required calling a phone number and reading your credit card digits to a stranger? That feels like ancient history now. And the reason it feels so distant has less to do with the entertainment itself and more to …
(2026-04-30). 'Dangerous and Shameful': 42 House Democrats Help GOP Send Trump Spying Bill to Senate. scheerpost.com Jessica Corbett for Common Dreams Dozens of Democrats in the Republican-controlled US House of Representatives helped the GOP send a key spying bill to the Senate on Wednesday, earning sharp condemnation from the diverse movement that has called for privacy reforms. The House voted 235-191 in favor of the bill released last week by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who has been trying for …
(2026-04-30). Why did the UAE leave OPEC. newarab.com 
In a shock decision on Tuesday, the In a statement, the country's energy ministry announced it would leave the cartel from 1 May, adding to the growing uncertainty over global energy amid the ongoing closure of the The departure of OPEC's fo…
(2026-04-30). UK groups urge trade suspension over Israel death penalty law. newarab.com 
(2026-04-30). Comicomment | Out of control: A suicidal militarist drive. ecns.cn In a dangerous policy shift, the Japanese government officially eased its arms export rules last week, allowing the sale of lethal weapons. In recent years, Japan has been drastically readjusting its security policy, increasing defense spending, developing offensive weapons, expanding military deployments and relaxing restrictions on arms exports.
(2026-04-30). China tops global reserves in 14 minerals, output in 17. ecns.cn China ranks first globally in reserves of 14 key minerals and in production of 17, underscoring its major role in global resource supply, the Ministry of Natural Resources said Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). Iran warns US of 'prolonged, painful blows' amid reports of potential strike plans. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). "Wrapped in the Spiral" : Natalia Lassalle-Morillo on Creation and Collaboration. publicbooks.org Passage of the Spiral (2024) is a film with hazy and indistinct parameters, earning its designation of "pseudo-documentary." Who is acting, and who is "real"? Which of the many stories being told or represented is true? The film shirks the rigidity of borders—between reality and fiction, between geographies, and between who is permitted to be …
(2026-04-30). China to host Global Trade and Investment Promotion Summit in Beijing. ecns.cn China will host the 2026 Global Trade and Investment Promotion Summit in Beijing on May 18, bringing together business leaders to discuss economic trends, trade and emerging technologies.
(2026-04-30). May Day 1886: The great upheaval in Chicago. peoplesworld.org 
Picture it: Chicago, 1886. The rise of industrialism and the jobs it spawned made the city an attractive place for the working class, especially immigrants, and they brought their ideas for better working conditions and pay with them. The years after the Civil War were ripe for the labor movement, and the rising number of …
(2026-04-30). The World War of Drones: How Ukraine Is Redefining Defense Technology. thinktank.pk The modern battlefield is undergoing its biggest transformation since the invention of tanks or fighter jets—and at the center of that revolution is the drone. From Ukraine's skies to the Gulf's strategic corridors, warfare is increasingly defined not only by missiles and air power but by mass drone production, anti-drone interceptors, AI-enabled surveillance, and cheap …
(2026-04-30). Myanmar's blanket prison term reduction trims Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence. aljazeera.com The deposed elected leader has been granted two amnesties this month, but her remaining sentence remains unclear.
(2026-04-30). France probes teenage suspect in massive ID data breach. scmp.com The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an ‚Å investigation into ‚Å a 15-year-old, suspected of having ‚Å hacked the country's ID agency and trying to sell the data of millions of French people on the dark web this month, it said on Thursday. | The teenager, whose identity ‚Äåwas not revealed, was detained on April 25 and held in police custody for questioning after he was suspected of hiding behind the nickname "breach3d", a hacker who had put on sale on hacker forums between 12 million and 18 million…
(2026-04-30). Afghan linked to2021 Kabul airport attack convicted. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Recovery of storage facility at Matanzas Supertanker Base progresses. radiohc.cu The Cuba-Petroleum Union (Cupet) reported that the repair work at the Matanzas Supertanker Base, in western Cuba, is progressing steadily. Currently, crews are carrying out welding and painting work on one of the storage facilities, tank number 34, with technical completion scheduled for next May. | The oil stored at these facilities is primarily used for domestic thermoelectric power plants. Therefore, rehabilitating this storage capacity is vital to strengthening the island's energy sovereignty. | The rehabilitation of this tank is part of a comprehensive reconstruction strategy that includes the construction o…
(2026-04-30). Innovative Apprenticeships Address Shortages in Childcare and Early Ed. projectcensored.org Apprenticeship programs for aspiring educators provide "classes and training alongside paid work experience to help hopeful teachers earn required credentials and get full-time jobs," Nirvi Shah reported for the Hechinger Report in January 2026. Across a variety of fields, apprenticeships help workers early in their careers, providing essential skills and…
(2026-04-30). Press freedom worldwide falls to its lowest level in 25 years. aljazeera.com Reporters Without Borders warns that 'journalism is increasingly criminalised worldwide'.
(2026-04-30). Hope Is Not Naive: Rebecca Solnit on Backlash, Power, and Political Memory. truthout.org "One of the greatest cures for despair and depression is to do something, and to do something with the people who care," says Rebecca Solnit. In this episode of Movement Memos, host Kelly Hayes talks with Solnit about hope, backlash, political memory, and why history can help us understand our own power. Their conversation explores feminism, climate grief, authoritarianism, misogyny… |
(2026-04-30). What's really holding Trump back from accepting Iran's latest offer? strategic-culture.su The real problem is that no outcomes paint Trump as a smart operator. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The hypocrisy is stunnin…
(2026-04-30). Trump Bulldozed a 1,000-Year-Old Archeological Site to Make Room for a Second Border Wall. theintercept.com 
DHS was in talks with the wildlife refuge that hosts the ancient site to make sure it was protected, a local archeologist said.
(2026-04-30). Iran war tests India's Brics leadership as 'political relevance' questions mount. scmp.com Brics' inability to speak with one voice on the Middle East conflict has become a stern test of India's leadership of the bloc, exposing the challenge of building consensus among its 10 members with divergent interests and concerns. | The bloc could not agree on a common position on the war at a meeting of Brics officials to discuss Middle East and North Africa issues in New Delhi last week.
(2026-04-30). Liberal Party migration scare campaign built on the wrong data. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-30). Report shows China leads world in AI patents. ecns.cn China has become the world's largest holder of artificial intelligence (AI) patents, accounting for 60 percent of the global total, a report showed Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). The Strokes Star, Julian Casablancas, slams 'white privilege' of US Zionists. ummid.com Julian Casablancas, The Strokes' lead singer, during an extended episode of the viral online talk show SubwayTakes, has called out the 'white privilege' of Zionists in the United States.
(2026-04-30). Tunisia's jailed opposition leader Ghannouchi rushed to hospital. aljazeera.com Jailed Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi is rushed to hospital, as his party demands his immediate release.
(2026-04-30). They Know—and They're Starving the World Anyway. scheerpost.com There is a script already written for the coming catastrophe—and the people in power are rehearsing it. Soon, as supply chains fracture and food disappears from entire regions, we'll be told this famine was inevitable. A tragic side effect. The unfortunate cost of war. But don't believe it. This isn't a hurricane. It isn't a …
(2026-04-30). Trump says Tennessee next to redistrict after US Voting Rights Act ruling. aljazeera.com Ruling weakening Voting Rights Act opens door to more states redrawing maps, diluting voting power of minority groups.
(2026-04-30). Saudi Arabia, Türkiye working to revive Ottoman-era Hejaz Railway. ummid.com Saudi Arabia and Türkiye are working on a project that will not only connect the two countries via high speed Railway network but will also revive the Ottoman-era Hejaz railway-line that once aimed to link Istanbul to the holy cities Makkah and Madinah.
(2026-04-30). Civil Rights Lawyer: SCOTUS Voting Rights Ruling Is "Free Pass to Discriminate" truthout.org The U.S. Supreme Court has effectively gutted Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, the last remaining major provision of the landmark 1965 law that was a crowning achievement of the civil rights movement. In a 6-3 decision along partisan lines, a majority of justices ruled Wednesday that Louisiana must redraw a congressional map that was designed to create a second majority-Black district in… |
(2026-04-30). Video from John Reuwer, Kidnapped by Israel in International Waters. worldbeyondwar.org By Johyn Reuwer, World BEYOND War, April 30, 2026 | John has been kidnapped by armed criminals. He had pre-recorded this message.
(2026-04-30). Lufthansa will continue to cancel some flights to Israel in June after pledging return. haaretz.com The German airline group said it may resume some Tel Aviv flights starting June 1, depending on the security situation…
(2026-04-30). Ant International serves 150m merchants, 2b consumers, bets on AI commerce infrastructure. scmp.com Ant International, the overseas spin-off of Chinese fintech giant Ant Group, has connected more than 150 million merchants with over 2 billion consumer accounts around the world, as it positions its payments network as core infrastructure for the emerging AI commerce economy. | The figures, disclosed at the company's MoMents 2026 forum in Kuala Lumpur, which ran from Monday to Wednesday, underscore the scale Ant is seeking to leverage amid the rising adoption of artificial intelligence agents.
(2026-04-30). Mass May Day in Chicago May 2026! Teachers, Healthcare Other Workers With Community Members Marching City Wide No School! No Work! No Shopping! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-30). Harvard Raises Wage Offer, Expands Benefits as Grad Student Strike Enters Second Week. wibailoutpeople.org 
Members of the Harvard Graduate Students Union-United Auto Workers picket outside a bargaining session for Harvard Undergraduate Workers Union-United Auto Workers on Friday. Harvard presented a new wage and benefits proposal Tuesday. | By
(2026-04-30). Trump At A Crossroads For Continuing The War With Iran. twz.com 
(2026-04-30). Lahore Bar Association challenges transfer of IHC judges, citing threat to judicial independence. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Policy support pledged to help sustain growth. ecns.cn While China's economy delivered better-than-expected results at the start of the year, policymakers have shown no signs of complacency and have vowed to provide continued support, analysts said after a high-level meeting outlined priorities for the next phase of economic work.
(2026-04-30). Jamia Millia Islamia 10th Result 2026 Out: List of Toppers. ummid.com JMI Class 10 Result 2026: Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has announced the Class 10 result 2026 along with the details of toppers.
(2026-04-30). Energy shortage: Macron wants to use war on Iran to wage class war in France. wsws.org Ignoring the economic catastrophe threatened by Trump's blockade of Iran, Macron is instead focused on using the energy crisis to justify imposing austerity measures already rejected by the French people.
(2026-04-30). 94.5% Pass Goa SSC 2026 Exam – Check Result Here. ummid.com Goa 10th Result 2026: The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) has declared the results of the GBSHSE Class 10 or SSC 2026 examinations on its official as well as associate websites today i.e. Sunday April 26, 2026.
(2026-04-30). president Herzog: Death penalty law for Palestinians charged with terrorism. haaretz.com Speaking at a ceremony for military judges held in his residence, Herzog asked those present: 'How are you supposed to implement it?' The president's office said he was referring to section 55 of the law and characterized the remarks as 'sarcastic'…
(2026-04-30). Why power analysis is key to fighting ICE. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article Deep research is key to identifying ICE's pillars of support and building the power necessary to topple them. | This article
(2026-04-30). Palestinian journalist released from Israeli prison unrecognisable. aljazeera.com Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi was released from Israeli prison with severe weight loss, showing signs of torture…
(2026-04-30). ACC Alanna Gill on the Will They, Won't They Comedy Show. mediasanctuary.org Greg Creft gets to sit down with local Capital Region comic, Alanna Gill, where she talks about her time opening for headlining acts at the Albany Funny Bone and her early days of comedy. Alanna will be on the 'Will They, Won't They' Comedy Show at the Local 217 on Saturday May 2nd, 9 pm.
(2026-04-30). Chinese badminton head Zhang Jun faces disciplinary probe. ecns.cn Zhang Jun, president of the Chinese Badminton Association and vice-president of the Nanjing Sport Institute in Jiangsu province, is under investigation for alleged serious violations of Party discipline and national laws, China's top anti-corruption bodies said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). Shockwaves: How the US—Iran War Is Dragging the World Economy Down. truepublica.org.uk The global economy is entering a more dangerous phase as the US/Iran war deepens. What began as a regional conflict is now disrupting energy, trade, and financial stability worldwide. At the centre of the crisis is energy. The closure of key shipping routes has pushed oil and gas prices sharply higher, feeding inflation and squeezing …
(2026-04-30). SC petition challenges IHC judges' transfer. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Air Force Wants To Axe Its E-11A BACN Communications Jets. twz.com 
(2026-04-30). Exhibit spotlights award-winning artists. tribune.com.pk 
The New Cadence II exhibition, featuring 14 emerging artists, is opening today, May 1 at Gallery 6 in the federal capital. | Curated by Dr Arjumand Faisel, this exhibition is the second edition of a programme that traces the artistic journeys of the participants of the National Biennial Arjumand Painting Award 2025, beyond the competition itself. | As Dr Faisel stated in the preview, "A cadence is not a beginning, it is what a voice finds after moving through uncertainty. The exhibition asks what happens when 14 such voices, sharing a single point of departure, are given space to develop on their own terms."
(2026-04-30). Oversupply Of Volatile Solar Energy Leads To Record NEGATIVE Prices! wattsupwiththat.com "The record negative prices are the market's loudest warning signal that we have an oversupply of unstable generation, but a dramatic lack of flexibility and storage capacity," Klimanachrichten summarizes.
(2026-04-30). Unite cancels May Day strike by Doncaster bus drivers to meet with management. wsws.org The May Day stoppage would have provided a platform to appeal beyond their depot—to bus workers and the wider working class.
(2026-04-30). Deadline looms for eThekwini SMMEs eyeing Lions' Den opportunity. sanews.gov.za Deadline looms for eThekwini SMMEs eyeing Lions' Den opportunity | Small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in the eThekwini Municipality have only a few hours remaining to submit applications for the 2026 Lions' Den Business Plan Competition, with the deadline set for 30 April. | The eThekwini Municipality has opened entries for the annual programme, which aims to support local entrepreneurs and co-operatives with innovative business ideas. The initiative offers participants access to mentorship, business development support, funding opportunities, and connecting with partners and investors. | The compe…
(2026-04-30). "Not the emperor of the world" unitedworldint.com On Brazilian President Lula's recent visit to Germany and agreements between the countries. Germany and Brazil are expanding their cooperation and focusing on new joint projects, particularly in the raw materials and defense sectors. This is one outcome of talks held yesterday, Monday, in Hanover between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Brazilian President Luis Inácio …
(2026-04-30). Broad Street Run, Sing Us Home Festival and 'Romeo Juliet' ballet in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org Starting with May Day, the weekend kicks off a new month filled with major events like the Kentucky Derby and Mother's Day. Theater productions including "Carrie: The Musical," "Bat Out of Hell," "Ain't Misbehavin'" and the Philadelphia Ballet's "Romeo and Juliet" will take the stage, while festivals pop up across the city in South Street, Fairmount, Callowhill and Mt. Airy. | Or make your weekend plans musical with two major fests: Decibel Magazine hosts a beerfest inside a music fest on Saturday and Sunday, while South Jersey's Down & Derby Wine Festival celebrates all things Kentucky Derby, including fashion a…
(2026-04-30). How Education Ministry is fueling youth violence instead of preventing it. haaretz.com The Education Ministry has no plan to curb youth violence and is instead fueling it through political crackdowns on schools. Welfare services are overstretched and failing. And rather than uphold the law, police are violating it…
(2026-04-30). The rising power: Middle-class explosion in core BRICS nations. strategic-culture.su Over the past two decades, the core BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, and China — have reshaped the global economy from within. Driven by rapid urbanization, rising wages, and expanding access to education and credit, their combined middle class has surged from a few hundred million to over 1.5 billion people.
(2026-04-30). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-30). China advances water technology with hundreds of projects over past five years. ecns.cn China has made major advances in water-related technology during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), including breakthroughs in digital water systems and hydrological monitoring, officials said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). Lebanon hunger crisis deepens. tribune.com.pk 
At least nine people were reported to have been killed in southern Lebanon on Thursday, as ongoing hostilities continue to exact a heavy toll on civilians and drive a worsening humanitarian crisis marked by rising hunger and strained public services. | The UN relief coordination office, OCHA, cited reports from Lebanese authorities that at least 13 people were also injured in multiple airstrikes and military activity across towns in the south. | Between 17 and 28 April alone, 48 people were killed and 183 injured, bringing the total toll since the escalation began on 2 March to more than 2,500 killed and over…
(2026-04-30). The Untouched Power That Could Stop The Iran War. levernews.com 
(2026-04-30). Uganda court sentences man to death for killing four children at nursery. aljazeera.com Christopher Okello Onyum sentenced for fatal stabbing of four children aged between one and three years old.
(2026-04-30). NATO, a Cold War relic, is due for abolition. peoplesworld.org 
Recently, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) marked its 76th anniversary. Founded in 1949, in the early days of the Cold War, by twelve countries—the United States, Canada, and ten in Europe, its main purpose was to contain "the spread of communism." It should be noted that in the years which followed NATO's establishment the United …
(2026-04-30). Capital Region Furniture Bank Helps to Make a House a Home. mediasanctuary.org With the goal to eliminate furniture poverty and restore hope to struggling households, the Capital Region Furniture Bank helps to furnish homes while also diverting furniture from landfills. This is a project of The Homeless and Travelers Aid Society of the Capital District, and Executive Director Liz Hitt spoke with Mark Dunlea and Benno Greene for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. | More info:
(2026-04-30). Cuban foreign minister questions diplomatic security in the United States. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez questioned diplomatic security in the United States, recalling the attack against his country's embassy in Washington, DC, six years ago, a case that remains unsolved. | On the social network X, Bruno Rodríguez recalled that on April 30, 2020, a terrorist fired 32 rounds from his AK-47 rifle at his country's embassy "with the declared intention of hitting anything in front of him, including people." | The case in the United States remains unsolved, which "raises doubts about diplomatic security in the US capital," the head of Cuban diplomacy stated in…
(2026-04-30). Hundreds of Incarcerated Migrants Go on Hunger Strike in Remote Michigan Prison. scheerpost.com By October Krausch This article was originally published by Truthout Migrants at the GEO Group-run facility demand their right to due process, edible food, and an end to sleep deprivation. Hundreds of immigrant men at North Lake Processing Center, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility, began a hunger strike on April 20 in an …
(2026-04-30). Releasing Full 2024 Election Autopsy Would Be "Navel Gazing," DNC Chair Says. truthout.org Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin has dismissed calls for the committee's full "autopsy" report of the 2024 election to be released, saying that it would be "navel gazing" to focus on the historic loss for the party against President Donald Trump. On his podcast Pod Save America on Tuesday, Jon Favreau grilled Martin, asking the party leader why he reneged on his pledge in… |
(2026-04-30). Shanghai plans to drive tech innovation. ecns.cn Shanghai's continued efforts to improve its innovation ecosystem will help build the city into a global hub for technological advancement and support high-quality economic growth, experts said.
(2026-04-30). New Florida Redistricting Map Could Deliver 4 New House Seats to GOP in Midterms. truthout.org The Florida Legislature has approved a new congressional map sent to them just two days earlier by Gov. Ron DeSantis that could give Florida Republicans up to four new congressional seats in the November midterm elections. The Florida Senate voted, 21-17, Wednesday afternoon to approve the map. Four Republicans — Jennifer Bradley, Alexis Calatayud, Ileana Garcia, and Erin Grall — joined… |
(2026-04-30). Changing Sunlight, Weather Climate. wattsupwiththat.com changes in solar intensity across latitudes and seasons are argued here to be a primary driver of the observed patterns and a useful guide for anticipating future regional trends. Broadly, the NH has strong upward temperature trends while the SH is cooling in the high latitudes that will eventually progress to the mid-latitudes as both maximum daily insolation and poleward advection decline.
(2026-04-30). 42 House Democrats Join GOP in Passing Warrantless Mass Surveillance Bill. truthout.org Dozens of Democrats in the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives helped the GOP send a key spying bill to the Senate on Wednesday, earning sharp condemnation from the diverse movement that has called for privacy reforms. The House voted 235-191 in favor of the bill released last week by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who has been trying for months to get an extension of Section… |
(2026-04-30). US Congress votes to end record government shutdown. scmp.com The US Congress on Thursday approved funding for most of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ending a record-breaking partial government shutdown that has disrupted critical agencies for more than two months. | The House approved the measure, already passed by the Senate, sending it to US President Donald Trump, who quickly signed it. It will fund key DHS agencies through the end of the financial year on September 30.
(2026-04-30). Al-Nassr storms into AFC Champions League Two 2026 Final. ummid.com Top Saudi Football Club Al Nassr Wednesday April 22, 2026 stormed into AFC Champions League Two 2026 Final defeating Al Ahli SC Qatar 5-1.
(2026-04-30). May Day 2026 is next. Here's how to show up for baristas at Starbucks! wibailoutpeople.org 
In Madison, WI: Starbucks, 1 E Main Street May 1, 2026 from 9 a.m.-1: 30 p.m. & Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. — STRIKE! Join the picket line! View this email in your browser Last week, people across the country showed up for baristas. From Houston to Orlando to San Francisco, …
(2026-04-30). The UK's Public Education System Sets Global Pace. truepublica.org.uk After reform and (Covid) disruption, the UK's education system is showing renewed strength. Steady improvements, rather than sudden change, are placing it among global leaders and now competes in the top three. Student outcomes are rising, with improvements in literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving. International benchmarks increasingly show UK pupils performing strongly against global peers. There …
(2026-04-30). US telecoms agency votes to expand tech crackdown on China. scmp.com The Federal Communications ‚Å Commission on Thursday voted unanimously to advance a proposal to bar all Chinese labs from testing electronic devices such as smartphones, cameras and computers for use in the United States. | The agency says about 75 per cent of ‚Äåall US electronics are tested in China and plans to adopt a streamlined approval process for devices tested in US labs or labs from countries not posing national security risks.
(2026-04-30). Chicago Activist Amisha Patel Dies at 50. portside.org Chicago Activist Amisha Patel Dies at 50 |
(2026-04-30). AP SSC 10th Result 2026: When and How to Check. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026: The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department is declaring on its official website ' bse.ap.gov.in' the result of the students who had appeared in the AP SSC (Class 10) 2026 board examinations.
(2026-04-30). Arsenal vs Fulham: Premier League — teams, start, lineups, title race. aljazeera.com Arsenal will move six points clear of EPL title rivals Man City, who will have two games in hand, if they beat Fulham.
(2026-04-30). Pentagon official says Iran war has cost 25 bln USD so far. ecns.cn WASHINGTON, April 29 ⚪ A senior Pentagon official said Wednesday that the cost of the ongoing U.S.war against Iran is estimated to be 25 billion U.
(2026-04-30). Brazil's Congress forces early release for jailed Bolsonaro in major blow to Lula. scmp.com Brazil's Congress on Thursday overturned President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's veto of a law dramatically reducing the prison sentence of his arch-rival Jair Bolsonaro, the second major defeat for Lula in as many days. | Former president Bolsonaro, 71, was sentenced last year to 27 years behind bars for coup plotting over his attempt to cling to power after losing the 2022 election to Lula.
(2026-04-30). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-30). Does Emirates' OPEC Exit mark Gulf Realignment? juancole.com The Conversation) — The United Arab Emirates' The UAE announced on A…
(2026-04-30). Comicomment: A militarist drive toward self-destruction. ecns.cn In a dangerous policy shift, the Japanese government officially eased its arms export rules last week, allowing the sale of lethal weapons.
(2026-04-30). Throwing thousands more soldiers at Haiti will not solve this crisis. responsiblestatecraft.org In a recent letter to Chad's national legislature, Chadian President Mahamat Deby announced that his country will be deploying two battalions to Haiti as part of the United Nations' new Gang Suppression Force (GSF). Totaling
(2026-04-30). New Jersey election 2026: Meet the 14 candidates running in the 12th Congressional District primary. whyy.org Voters in New Jersey's New Jersey's 12th Congressional District: What to know: | The 12th Congressional District covers parts of Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset and Union counties.
(2026-04-30). Fauci adviser Dr. David Morens indicted in political witch-hunt. wsws.org The Trump administration has brought the indictment to cover up the criminal handling of the COVID pandemic under two administrations, and to legitimize the bogus claim that China deliberately created the coronavirus.
(2026-04-30). Claim: Japan's Coal and Nuclear Push Risks Displacing Renewable Energy. wattsupwiththat.com "… As coal and nuclear generation expand … they may displace domestic renewable energy …"
(2026-04-30). US jury convicts Sharifullah linked to 2021 Kabul airport attack. geo.tv 
Daesh militant Mohammad Sharifullah being escorted by FBI personnel during his transfer to United States. — X@FBIDirectorKash
(2026-04-30). EU: Parliament Confirms That 'Only Yes Means Yes'. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A demonstration with the slogan "Without consent, it's rape" takes place in Rome, Italy, on February 28, 2026. | © 2026 Andrea Ronchini/NurPhoto via AP Photo | The European Parliament adopted on Tuesday a resolution calling on the European Commission to make consent the determining factor in rape legislation across the EU, with 447 members voting "for," 160 "against," and 43 abstaining.Stating that "affirmative, freely given and unambiguous indication of consent is valid and that silence, a lack of verbal or physical resistance or the absence of a 'no' cannot be interpreted as cons…
(2026-04-30). The Fertilizer Fault Line: The Hidden System That Could Trigger the Next Global Crisis. fairobserver.com 
(2026-04-30). Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of SA. sanews.gov.za Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of SA | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over the northern half of the Northern Cape, as well as the central and western parts of the North West and the northern Free State. | These storms, according to SAWS, will be associated with strong, damaging winds, hail and heavy downpours, which may lead to localised flooding and damage to susceptible formal and informal settlements, as well as critical infrastructure. | SAWS said the conditions are expected to intensify today, with widespread rainfall spreading to…
(2026-04-30). Admin Uses Records Policy to Jail Scientist While Being Sued for Records Abuses. truthout.org The Trump administration raided the home of and jailed a scientist this week over alleged violations of record-keeping protocols, with FBI Director Kash Patel saying officials will not tolerate such abuses — all while the administration is being sued over a recent policy declaring that Donald Trump is immune from record-keeping law. On Monday, federal law enforcement agents pounded on the… |
(2026-04-30). Montreal provides a model for student activism. electronicintifada.net Universities have been forced to disclose investments.
(2026-04-30). House Approves Three-Year Extension of Warrantless Spy Powers. news.antiwar.com The House on Wednesday approved a three-year extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which gives the federal government the power to conduct warrantless surveillance of Americans. The extension passed in a vote of 235-191, a day before its previous extension expires. The bill, in its current form, may not make …
(2026-04-30). French teen in straw licking case allowed to leave Singapore. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Wang tells Rubio Taiwan is 'biggest risk' in ties. tribune.com.pk 
China and the US should prepare for "important high-level exchanges", Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, while warning the Taiwan issue is "the biggest point of risk" for relations. | "The Taiwan issue concerns China's core interests," Wang told Rubio, adding that the U.S. should "keep its promises and make the right choices in order to open up new space for China-U.S. cooperation and make due efforts for world peace", an official summary of the call released by Wang's ministryshowed. | The phone conversation came weeks before an expected mid-M…
(2026-04-30). AFGE Urges Passage of the Shutdown Fairness Act. commondreams.org Today, the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the largest federal employee union, celebrated the
(2026-04-30). Pakistan honors Chinese doctor for medical aid contributions. ecns.cn Pakistan's president has awarded a high civilian honor to a Chinese doctor for his contributions to medical aid, including providing treatment for children with heart disease.
(2026-04-30). The Atlantic's Hasan Piker meltdown perfectly distills elite media's warped priorities. therealnews.com 
The Atlantic, along with the New York Times, is the quintessence of elite liberal opinion. It is popular with Democrat-aligned readers who are high-income and high-status, and shapes the Acceptable Range of Discourse on the American left, such as it is. What it publishes matters, but—more importantly—it matters to people who matter. Thus, it's useful to, on occasion, stop and highlight their editorial priorities. | In the past two weeks, the Atlantic has published five stories with substantive discussion of left-wing Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, adding to a broader media outrage over the streamer's…
(2026-04-30). Pakistan, US reaffirm commitment to 'constructive engagement'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has expressed Islamabad's steadfast commitment to promoting conflict resolution through dialogue and constructive engagement following a meeting with US Congressman Brian Mast, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Republican caucus. | Sheikh described the interaction as "broad-based and productive," noting that both sides exchanged views on evolving regional and global developments. He also thanked the Congressman for recognising Pakistan's role in facilitating peace efforts in the Middle East and beyond. | The discussions included pro…
(2026-04-30). Boards raise registration, migration fees. tribune.com.pk 
Citing financial constraints, education boards across the province have increased fees for Class 9 and 10 registrations, along with charges for subject changes, data correction, and migration for the 2026 ñ28 academic session, creating difficulties for low-income families. | All nine education boards in the province have formally started the registration process for the new academic session of Classes 9 and 10. Registration with the normal fee will continue until June 8. | The total registration cost has been set at Rs2,350, which includes a registration fee of Rs1,150, a processing fee of Rs870, and a…
(2026-04-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-30). Army Secretary Driscoll struggles to survive wild west Pentagon. responsiblestatecraft.org Army Secretary Dan Driscoll's rising star has put him at stark odds with DoD Secretary Pete Hegseth, who one Trump official said A North Carolina native and Iraq War veteran, Dan Driscoll
(2026-04-30). Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com Karnataka SSLC 2026 Toppers: The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has annouced today i.e. Thursday April 23, 2026 the result of the Senior School Leaving Certificate (Karnataka SSLC) 2026 exam, also known as Pre University and Class 10 exams, along with the Merit List and Toppers' Names on its official website karresults.nic.in and kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-30). Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo signs new five-year deal. aljazeera.com England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo was heavily linked with a move away after losing place at Man Utd under Ruben Amorim.
(2026-04-30). KCET 2026 Answer Key Released, What Next? ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the Provisional Answer Key of UGCET 2026, also known as KCET 2026, on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in'.
(2026-04-30). Humanoid robots being trialled as airport workers in Japan. aljazeera.com Japan Airlines says it will trial humanoid robots as workers at Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
(2026-04-30). New York Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-e-Noor Diamond. geo.tv 
Britain's King Charles, standing next to Queen Camilla, interacts with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a visit to the 9/11 Memorial, in New York City, US, April 29, 2026. — ReutersNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Wednesday he encourages Britain's King Charles…
(2026-04-30). DeepSeek unpacks V4 with 75% discount offer. ummid.com The Chinese rival of OpenAI and other U.S. AI leaders, DeepSeek has launched its new AI model V4 bundled with a lot new features that too on a huge discount of 75%.
(2026-04-30). May Day Greetings Book 2026: Take to the streets for workers power! peoplesworld.org 
Special thanks to Noah Palm, Jenn Delgado, and all the members of the People's World Fund Drive Committee for making the May Day 2026 Greetings Book happen. And thank you most of all to all the community of readers and supporters whose financial contributions and journalistic submissions keep People's World publishing five days a week.
(2026-04-30). Manhunt on for attackers of Crime Intelligence officers. sanews.gov.za Manhunt on for attackers of Crime Intelligence officers | Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane says maximum resources have been mobilised to hunt down a group of criminals who attacked two Crime Intelligence officers this afternoon in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. | The attack on the Crime Intelligence officers happened in the Mount Edgecombe area. | A member who was the driver of a State vehicle has succumbed to the gunshot wounds sustained at the scene. | Another member, who was also shot and wounded during the attack, has been airlifted to hospital and is currently receiving urgent medical…
(2026-04-30). Telangana SSC Result 2026 Announced, Check List of Toppers. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana has declared today i.e. Wednesday April 29, 2026 the TS SSC (Class 10) 2026 examination result and score card on its official website bse.telangana.gov.in based on which the Merit List and Toppers Names have also been made public.
(2026-04-30). Malegaon battles severe heat waves. ummid.com Malegaon, one of the largest textile clusters in India, is battling intense heat waves since the last eight days with the maximum temperature reaching as high as 44 degrees.
(2026-04-30). Tax the Rich Rally on Apr 28, Pt 2. mediasanctuary.org At the Tax the Rich rally at the Albany Capitol on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, many pointed out that in NYState it isn't the ultra rich who are leaving, it's the working class families who can no longer afford to live here. In this segment we hear from…
(2026-04-30). Curfews, kill rates and cat myths: Australia's feline crackdown is failing. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-30). Guterres rebukes US over dues. tribune.com.pk 
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday that the billions of dollars the United States owes to the world body is "non-negotiable," after reports that Washington had placed conditions on releasing the funds. | The development newswire Devex reported this week that two diplomatic notes circulated by the U.S. called for nine "quick-hit" reforms as a condition for releasing more funds, including further cost-cutting, and moves to counter China's influence at the United Nations. | "The money we are talking about is referred to as assessed contributions," Guterres told reporters when asked…
(2026-04-30). Trump shocks US oil companies, hints at 'war for months' even as airlines fail, Americans bleed cash. hindustantimes.com Oil has jumped to 120 dollars a barrel—its highest in over four years—after Trump warned the Hormuz blockade could last for months and called it "genius" in a meeting with oil executives. As budget airlines seek 2.5 billion dollars in aid and Spirit battles a second bankruptcy, Americans say they are paying for his Iran strategy.
(2026-04-30). How a former Muncy inmate co-founded a record company for incarcerated artists. whyy.org 
BL Shirelle's hands couldn't stop shaking. It was 2012, and she was back at State Correctional Institution Muncy feeling unable to face the lifers she met during her first stint in prison. But she couldn't hide from Theresa Battles, a lifer serving decades in prison, who spotted her in the common area and pulled her aside for a conversation. | "She said, where's your goals list? I can't believe you ended up back here," Shirelle said. "Write down your goals. Put them in alphabetical order." | Shirelle gave Battles the sheet back with A through C completed. But Battles handed the sheet back to her, asking for goals…
(2026-04-30). Some 287 nominated for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, Trump likely among them. geo.tv 
Nobel Prize medal replica is on display inside the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo, Norway September 19, 2022. — ReutersSome 287 candidates will be considered for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, the secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Thursday, with US President Donald…
(2026-04-30). Cambodia: Opposition Leader's Appeal Denied. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Cambodia's opposition leader Kem Sokha talks to the media at his home before leaving for a court hearing in Phnom Penh, January 16, 2020. | © 2020 AP Photo/Heng Sinith | (Bangkok) — On April 30, 2026, the Phnom Penh Court of Appeal upheld the politically motivated conviction of the Cambodian political opposition leader Kem Sokha, Human Rights Watch said today. The court extended Sokha's de-facto house arrest and 27-year sentence that had been imposed in March 2023 and added an additional five-year ban on international travel. Cambodian authorities should immediately quash the…
(2026-04-30). Tuareg rebels vow Mali junta 'will fall', north will be captured. newarab.com 
Over the weekend the separatist rebels as well as jihadists launched the largest assault on the country in nearly 15 years, attacking the military junta and its Russian paramilitary b…
(2026-04-30). Latest round of tech layoffs at Microsoft and Meta shows need for a working class movement to defend jobs. wsws.org Hundreds of thousands of jobs are being cut as the ruling class seizes on the artificial intelligence boom to eliminate vast sections of the workforce.
(2026-04-30). Supreme Court steps up attacks on democratic rights. wsws.org The right-wing majority overturned congressional district lines in Louisiana and seemed poised to support Trump's efforts to end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants.
(2026-04-30). Mills Out, Platner Ascendant: What Maine's Political Shocker Means For You. levernews.com 
(2026-04-30). Hegseth: Opposition at home is Trump's greatest adversary in Iran war. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used his first appearance before Congress since the start of the President Donald Trump's war on Iran to declare that the "worst adversary" faced by the U.S. is the American people's opposition to the administration's policy. Speaking at a hearing of the House Armed Services Committee on Thursday, Hegseth scoffed at …
(2026-04-30). Cambodia releases 20 critically endangered royal turtles into natural habitat. ecns.cn PHNOM PENH, April 30 ⚪ Twenty nearly-extinct Royal Turtles were freed into their natural habitat in the Sre Ambel River in southwest Preah Sihanouk province in Cambodia on Wednesday, a conservationist group said.The Royal Turtle was designated as Cambodias national reptile by a royal decree in.
(2026-04-30). Labor and allies map final May Day plans. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Workers' rights and workers' causes will be the main emphasis, but not the only one, when millions of people take to the streets in more than 3,000 demonstrations nationwide to reclaim May Day as the special holiday for workers. If plans materialize, this could be one of the biggest May Day gatherings ever across the …
(2026-04-30). Britain's Quiet Comeback: The UK Economy Finds Its Footing Again. truepublica.org.uk After years of shocks—pandemic disruption, inflation, and political uncertainty—the UK economy is showing cautious optimism. Not a boom, but a steady recovery is emerging across key areas. Businesses are shifting from their previous crisis mode position toward investment and growth. There is also a change in tone. From green energy to regional investment, the UK …
(2026-04-30). Worker Justice Wisconsin to Join May Day 2026 in Madison. wibailoutpeople.org 
March with Worker Justice Wisconsin on May 1 for International Workers' Day! Our Board, staff, worker members, and allies will be joining the march organized by Voces de la Frontera in Madison. Come to our new office (1602 S Park St., #116) at 12pm. We will then ferry folks over to Library Mall and march …
(2026-04-30). Australia vote for this war, but fighting it anyway. independentaustralia.net 