m.economictimes.com (2026-01-18). Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion to stay on his peace boardDonald Trump would serve as its inaugural chairman and would decide on who is invited to be members. Decisions would be taken by a majority, with each member state present getting one vote, but all would be subject to the chairman's approval.
mondoweiss.net (2026-01-17). The U.S. has announced 'Phase 2' of the Gaza ceasefire. Here's why it doesn't matter for Palestinians. – Mondoweiss
For Palestinians in Gaza, Phase 2 of the ceasefire offers little hope that it will fundamentally change the status quo Israel has established over the past three months, which many refer to as "a new form of genocide."
(2026-01-18). US-backed Palestinian committee shares mission statement on Gaza governance. aljazeera.com The technocratic body will operate under the direction of Trump's 'board of peace', stacked with pro-Israel figures.
(2026-01-18). Thursday 1/22: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/25: Curated Gift Collection and FIne Jewelry Fundraiser For Gaza. indybay.org 389 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA (across from the Kensington Farmers' Market)…
(2026-01-18). Israel pushes back against US backed Gaza peace council. albawaba.com Jerusalem / Washington — Israel has formally objected to the announcement of an executive committee for the proposed Gaza Peace Council, saying the move was made without prior coordination with Israeli authorities.In a statement, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had not been consulted on the committee's formation. The statement added that Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar would raise Israel's concerns with his U.S. counterpart, Marco Rubio.Correspondents in the region described the statement as potentially signaling the first open public rift of this kind between Netanyahu and U.S. Pr…
(2026-01-18). Trump's 'board of peace' appears to seek wider mandate beyond Gaza. aljazeera.com While launched as part of Gaza ceasefire, Trump envisions board as 'bold new approach to resolving global conflicts'.
(2026-01-18). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Venezuelans are in the streets — 15 days and counting — to demand the return of their president and first lady. radiohc.cu 
Venezuelans continue to denounce the military attack carried out by the U.S. military on January 3rd — two weeks ago — and the kidnapping of the presidential couple, an act of aggression that represents a fatal blow to international law. | The Trump Administration's chain of crimes and illegal actions began with extrajudicial killings in lethal attacks against vessels in the Caribbean and the eastern Pacific, continued with the air embargo and naval blockade against Venezuela, and culminated in the military aggression and bombings of January 3 against Caracas and other locations in the country, in whi…
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Webinar: From Venezuela to Palestine : U.S. Empire, Genocide, and Our Duty to Fight Back. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ITzu……
(2026-01-18). U.S. militarization of Latin America grows. radiohc.cu After attacking Venezuela and kidnapping its constitutional president, Nicolás Maduro, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are rushing to finalize agreements to send marines to Peru, Ecuador, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Dominican Republic. | The corollary with which President Donald Trump updated the Monroe Doctrine takes different forms. Strategies that mutate, but pursue the same goal: to regain control of the territory that the United States has always considered its "backyard" and to control the natural resources that are currently in dispute with other major powers.
(2026-01-18). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). China, Canada eye new partnership. ecns.cn China and Canada look to a "new strategic partnership" amid growing geopolitical fragmentation, as President Xi Jinping met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Beijing on Friday.
mondoweiss.net (2026-01-17). The U.S. has announced 'Phase 2' of the Gaza ceasefire. Here's why it doesn't matter for Palestinians. – Mondoweiss For Palestinians in Gaza, Phase 2 of the ceasefire offers little hope that it will fundamentally change the status quo Israel has established over the past three months, which many refer to as "a new form of genocide."
(2026-01-18). South Korean former leader gets 5-year jail. ecns.cn South Korea's former president Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced on Friday to five years in prison in a case related to his failed martial law bid in late 2024, marking the first verdict in eight cases he is facing.
(2026-01-18). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). Year's first private rocket mission takes off. ecns.cn Galactic Energy, a private rocket maker in Beijing, conducted the sixth sea-based launch of its Ceres 1 carrier rocket on Friday morning, marking the first private space mission in China in 2026.
(2026-01-18). South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol to 5 years in jail for obstruction. ecns.cn A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison in the first trial over charges including obstruction of arrest, according to a CCTV report on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Astronauts say training helped ensure safe return. ecns.cn Astronauts of China's Shenzhou XX mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press at the Beijing Aerospace City on Jan 16, 2026. This was the first official public appearance of the crew of the Shenzhou XX flight mission after they returned to Earth.Wang said that when equipment malfunctions occurred in space, the basic knowledge and design principles he accumulated on the ground could be put to immediate use.
(2026-01-18). MOC: China, Europe resolving EV case marks a significant step. ecns.cn China and the European Union have resolved the electric vehicle case in accordance with World Trade Organization rules and on the basis of mutual respect, a move of significant positive importance, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-01-18). China's giant radio telescope observations unravel origin of cosmic enigmatic flashes. ecns.cn Through studying the observation data of China's gigantic radio telescope located in the country's southwestern Guizhou Province, an international research team has uncovered compelling new evidence supporting a binary-system origin for at least some fast radio bursts (FRBs), one of the most enigmatic phenomena in modern astrophysics.
(2026-01-18). The Rule of the Terror Clowns. indybay.org The region's resources, imperialist interventions, territories such as Greenland — according to the fascist Miller, the US can claim or take possession of all this because it has the military power to do so. This is no longer a question of law, but of mere military power. And this very thing—the worship of the naked use of force—is a core element of fascist ideology.
(2026-01-18). Rob new film "On The Edge… Again," with Bruce Dern and Pam Grier. indybay.org Local Berkeley, Maverick Filmmaker Rob Nilsson Who Supported The Homeless & Unhoused In San Francisco Years Ago, Has A New Film Release Called, "On The Edge… Again," including actors Bruce Dern and Pam Grier.
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Oakland: 12th Annual March to Reclaim Radical Legacy. indybay.org Oscar Grant Plaza | Oakland (14th & Broadway)…
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Humboldt County Free America Rally. indybay.org 825 5th Street, Eureka…
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Solidarity Gathering for the People of Iran. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave and Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Santa Cruz: Annual MLK March For The Dream – Defend Democracy & Civil Rights. indybay.org Gather: Black Lives Matter Mural | Santa Cruz City Hall | 809 Center Street | Santa Cruz | Post-March Event: Center Street and Church St.
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/18: Memorial for Iran. indybay.org This Sunday, at 4: 30 PM, we will gather in Washington Square Park for a peaceful candlelight memorial in solidarity with the people of Iran. This gathering is not a protest or political rally, but a space for remembrance — honoring the tens of thousands of lives lost for demanding freedom, dignity, and justice. Through quiet presence, candles, and flowers, we come together to resist silence, acknowledge shared humanity, and affirm that these lives mattered.
(2026-01-18). Regime Change The US Empire. caitlinjohnstone.com.au I support regime change in the United States. The real kind, not the "new face at the front desk every few years" kind. | I'm all for overthrowing tyrannical power structures, I just think we should start with the worst one. | Why should I support the violent overthrow of the US empire's enemies while the US empire itself remains standing? Why should I want to help the one power structure that's terrorizing and destroying nations around the world with the goal of total planetary domination? Why shoul…
(2026-01-18). The Terror of an Empire in Decline. counterpunch.org A murder in Minneapolis. A kidnapping in Caracas. Genocide in Palestine. Termination of trans people's healthcare and rights. Criminalization of pregnant people. Detention, disappearance, deportation, and death of immigrants. These are all part of the same project of domination, coercive control, and imperialist violence of the United States, turbocharged by the fascist Trump regime. It's going to take all of us to stop it. | To read this article, log in
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(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Sacramento: 44th Annual MLK March For The Dream. indybay.org Starting Points: | Oak Park Community Center (Extra Mile – 8: 00 AM): | 3425 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817 | Parking available at the community center and surrounding streets. | Sacramento City College (Main March – 8: 30 AM): | 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822 | Parking available on campus. Arrive early for best spots! | EXPO and Main Stage Speakers | SAFE Credit Union Convention Center (Expo Only – 10: 00 AM): | 1400 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-01-18). Wednesday 1/28: Stand with Rebels & Against U.S.-Israel War Threats/Moves on Iran. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco, California…
(2026-01-18). Traditional Dai medicine's gentle solution for neck and back pain. ecns.cn "My neck hurts so much I can't even turn my head. Patches and massages didn't work. Can you help?" said Mr. Wang, 48, who came into our clinic in December with severe neck pain.
(2026-01-18). China urges fugitives linked to Chen Zhi crime syndicate to surrender. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security on Thursday issued a notice urging fugitives linked to the Chen Zhi criminal syndicate to voluntarily surrender to authorities.
(2026-01-18). US blows past another deadline to field its first hypersonic missile. scmp.com The army has once again missed its own deadline for fielding the first US hypersonic weapon, in a sign that one of the Pentagon's top priorities is still running late. | The unit responsible for using the advanced weapon is trained and ready, but the missile — part of a US$10.4 billion hypersonic programme — is not ready for use. And while the army as recently as last month said that it planned to field the weapon by the end of 2025, the army acknowledged this week that it missed that…
(2026-01-18). Thursday 1/29: Webinar: Reaching a Milestone: Surpassing 1,000 Apartheid-Free Communities. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-01-18). Museveni wins presidential election. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's incumbent President Yoweri Museveni on Saturday secured a seventh five-year term after winning the country's presidential election. According to final results announced by the Electoral Commission, the country's electoral body, Museveni garnered more than 7.9 million votes out of about 11.3 million valid ballots cast. His closest challenger, Robert …
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/25: Education Panel: AI, Techno-Fascism & Labor. indybay.org Bernal Heights Library | 500 Cortland St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-18). Economy set to extend steady growth trajectory. ecns.cn China's economy is poised to extend its steady growth momentum into 2026, with stepped-up policy support for domestic demand and a faster innovation-led transition to cushion any external uncertainties, officials and analysts said.
(2026-01-18). Beijing hosts ice lantern art festival to boost immersive cultural tourism. ecns.cn The 40th Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Art Festival opened in Beijing Thursday. The festival is themed "Legends of Longqing Gorge: A Tribute to the Classics," looking back on four decades of ice-and-snow cultural tourism development.
(2026-01-18). China sends sea-launched rocket CERES-1 Y7 from sea. ecns.cn The commercial rocket, CERES-1 Y7, blasted off at 4: 10 a.m. (Beijing Time), carrying the satellites belonging to the Tianqi constellation.
(2026-01-18). Nalukoola Wins Kawempe North Constituency. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Kampala District Returning Officer, Rashid Hashakya, has officially declared Erias Nalukoola the winner of the Kawempe North parliamentary seat, securing more than 34,000 votes. Nalukoola, who contested on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, once again defeated the National Resistance Movement's (NRM) Faridah Nambi by a margin of nearly …
(2026-01-18). Paul Mwiru back as NUP wins 8 seats in Busoga. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | URN | The National Unity Platform (NUP) has expanded its parliamentary presence in the Busoga sub-region, winning eight seats compared to just one in the previous term. The incumbent Jinja City Woman Member of Parliament, Manjeri Kyebakutika, had previously been the lone NUP MP from the sub-region. The newly elected NUP-sponsored MPs …
(2026-01-18). As Trump's threat grows, Greenlanders plot exit plan: 'I'm thinking about where to hide'. scmp.com Ulrikke Andersen has already made a plan. If the United States invades Greenland, she will flee her home with her daughter. | "Before, I was ready to die for my country but when I had a kid that changed everything," she said. | The 40-year-old is one of many residents of the Greenlandic capital, Nuuk, now weighing up options they would never have considered just a few months ago.
(2026-01-18). Big cargo drone aces elevated test flight>. ecns.cn A new large cargo drone model successfully completed a transprovincial test flight over plateau regions, demonstrating its ability to operate in extreme high-altitude conditions, its developer said.
(2026-01-18). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-18). Be The Sky – An Interview with Tenzin Choegyal. indybay.org Audio interview with Tibetan musician and performer Tenzin Choegyal on his new album (2025) with Philip Glass titled "Be The Sky." This interview was originally broadcast on "Transformation Highway" with John Malkin on KZSC 88.1 FM / kzsc.org in December, 2025.
(2026-01-18). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 11- Jan. 17). ecns.cn China beat Australia 1-0 in its Group D match on Jan. 11, and drew with Thailand 0-0 in its last Group D match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup on Jan. 14 in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, advancing to the knockout stage for the first time.
(2026-01-18). Chinese scientists confirm quantum mechanics prediction set 87 years ago. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have directly observed the Migdal effect for the first time in experiments involving collisions between neutrons and atomic nuclei, confirming a quantum mechanics prediction made nearly nine decades ago.
(2026-01-18). Trump's Greenland bid might force EU to stop placating him and fight back. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's fixation on Greenland offers an ice-cold reminder to leaders in Europe and abroad: no deal is ever final. | Trump announced a 10 per cent tariff, rising to 25 per cent in June, on eight European nations, including Denmark, for saying they would undertake token Nato military exercises in Greenland in response to US sabre-rattling.
(2026-01-18). Global tech partnerships highlighted at major tech show. ecns.cn Chinese technology companies are enhancing collaboration and partnerships with global technology leaders in the age of AI, a trend that executives said will better support global development and shared benefits.
(2026-01-18). Israeli settlers raid, set fire to Bedouin community in West Bank. haaretz.com Israeli security forces said the suspects in the attack escaped the scene, and clubs were found in a vehicle they left behind. Activists who were on the scene at the time said they were beaten violently and chased before having their tents set on fire…
(2026-01-18). Xi calls for advancing building of China-Canada new strategic partnership. ecns.cn Xi called on both sides to increase efforts to promote cooperation and reduce the negative list, thereby strengthening the bond of shared interests through deeper and broader cooperation.Canada wishes to build with China a new strategic partnership that is strong and enduring so as to deliver greater benefits to the two peoples, Carney said.
(2026-01-18). Bahati on list of 9 incumbents beaten in Kigezi. independent.co.ug 
Rukungiri, Uganda | URN | The number of incumbent Members of Parliament who have lost their seats in the general election in the Kigezi region has risen to nine. Among the latest casualties is Naboth Namanya, the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) flag bearer and incumbent Member of Parliament for Rubabo County in Rukungiri District, …
(2026-01-18). Cold wave expected to sweep across China. ecns.cn China is expected to be hit by its first cold wave of the year from Saturday to Wednesday, bringing widespread rain, snow, and icy conditions, especially in southern regions. Central and eastern China will face their strongest winter weather so far, the national weather authority said on Friday.
(2026-01-18). UN names Hangzhou leader in 'zero waste'. ecns.cn The United Nations has selected Hangzhou as one of the world's top 20 "Zero Waste Cities", recognizing the provincial capital of Zhejiang for its marriage of rapid economic growth and high-tech environmental governance.
(2026-01-18). ANKOLE REGION: Thirteen Incumbents Lose Seats. independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | URN | At least thirteen incumbent Members of Parliament in the Ankole sub-region lost their seats in the 2026 general elections, marking a major political shake-up across several districts. In Mbarara City, Mbarara City North MP Robert Mwesigwa Rukaari lost his seat to Christopher Bakashaba following a closely contested race. Rukaari, who …
(2026-01-18). Minneapolis & Minnesota AFL-CIO Calls For Mass Day Of Worker Community Action On 1/23/25. indybay.org The Minneapolis & Minnesota AFL-CIO has called for a mass day of worker community action On 1/23/25 to stop the ICE attacks.
(2026-01-18). China urges restraint over Iran to prevent further turmoil in Middle East. ecns.cn A file photo of Sun Lei, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations.China called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid pushing the Middle East into deeper instability and conflict, following an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Thursday over the situation in Iran.
(2026-01-18). Iran leader demands crackdown on 'seditionists' after protests. newarab.com 
The demonstrations were sparked by
(2026-01-18). Nigeria pips Egypt to AFCON third place after penalty shoot-out. newarab.com 
Ademola Lookman converted the spot-kick that gave Nigeria a 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory over Egypt after a 0-0 draw on Saturday in the Africa Cup of Nations third place play-off. | Victory for the Super Eagles in Casablanca followed the disappointment of losing shoot-outs that cost them chances to compete at the 2026 World Cup and in the 2025 AFCON final. | Nigeria lost on penalties to the Democratic Republic of Congo last November in a play-off for a place in the World Cup intercontinental play-offs. | Then, three days ago, they lost another shoot-out to fail against hosts Morocco in an AFCON semi-final. | Suc…
(2026-01-18). Trump and drug lords hand in hand. indybay.org JOH was arrested shortly after the Conservatives were voted out by Xiomara Castro in 2021 and extradited under then-US President Joe Biden to a court in Miami, which sentenced him to 45 years in prison for smuggling 400 tons of cocaine and countless heavy weapons into the US. He is now free again, but must fear being re-arrested at any time if he leaves the US.
(2026-01-18). Iraqi army fully takes over key base following US withdrawal. newarab.com 
(2026-01-18). Tuesday 1/20: Felton: "Free America" Rally & Walkout. indybay.org Highway 9 & Graham Hill Road, Felton…
(2026-01-18). Robert Wandwasi falls as Mbale incumbents lose seats. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | URN | Three incumbent Members of Parliament in Mbale District have lost their seats following the just-concluded parliamentary elections. The affected legislators include Robert Wandwasi, the Bungokho South MP, who was defeated by Geofrey Wokuri, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer. Wandwasi polled 7,527 votes against Wokuri's 16,610. Other candidates in …
(2026-01-18). Shutdown Trump's Fascist Occupation Of Minneapolis & Minnesota & STOP The Wars & Genocide. indybay.org The Trump gestapo occupation of Minneapolis and Minnesota has led to the AFL-CIO calling for a mass worker community action on January 23, 2026. The UFCLP supports that and calls on all unions and worker throughout the United States to fight for and organize a national general strike. Trump and his fascist government will not be stopped with protests alone. Workers have the power to shutdown the country and also link this to the shutdown of US imperialist wars abroad.
(2026-01-18). Sunday 3/1: The Other Film Screening and Conversation. indybay.org The New Parkway, 474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612-2407…
(2026-01-18). Military leader Doumbouya sworn in as Guinea's president. aljazeera.com Doumbouya was declared victor in the West African country's first election since he led the 2021 military takeover.
(2026-01-18). Tuesday 1/20: Aptos: Free America Walkout. indybay.org State Park Drive, Aptos…
(2026-01-18). China fortifies energy security as risks rise. ecns.cn With rising global geopolitical uncertainties, China is poised to further strengthen energy security over the coming years, with the nation's energy self-sufficiency rate projected to reach 85 percent by 2030, according to a recent industry report.
(2026-01-18). Trump announces 10% tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland. geo.tv 
Seagulls fly over the old city of Nuuk, Greenland, March 29, 2025. — ReutersTariffs will stay until US buys Greenland: Trump.European nations reiterate support for Denmark.UK PM Starmer terms US move "completely wrong".
(2026-01-18). Zou Jiayi assumes office as AIIB president. ecns.cn China's former Vice Minister of Finance Zou Jiayi on Friday formally took office as president of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and chair of its Board of Directors, according to a statement released by the bank.
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/23: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-18). Smaller banks shift to quality growth. ecns.cn China's financial regulator is urging stronger action to address risks in small and medium-sized financial institutions, as they face pressure amid transformation and business model innovation, experts said.
(2026-01-18). 'Enormous pain in my heart': Palestinian evictions mount in East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Legal appeals by Palestinians who have lived in occupied East Jerusalem for generations were denied in the new year.
(2026-01-18). FAST reveals insights into cosmic signals. ecns.cn An aerial photo taken on Friday shows China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope, or FAST, under maintenance, in Guizhou province.This marks the first time globally that scientists have captured the evolutionary process of such a burst, aiding in narrowing down the long-debated origins of these brief yet powerful cosmic signals.
(2026-01-18). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). With a view of earth: Lunar hotel opens bookings on the moon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — A U.S.-based startup says it has begun accepting $1 million advance reservations for what it plans to be the first hotel on the Moon, targeting an opening date of 2032 in a move that could redefine luxury travel and space tourism.The company, Galactic Resource Utilization (GRU), said prospective guests must place a seven-figure deposit to secure a spot among the inaugural visitors. GRU describes the project as the first permanent human facility beyond Earth, designed to support short stays on the lunar surface.Backers and Vision: Founded in 2025 by Skyler Chan, a University of California,…
(2026-01-18). live like Residents say Israel Police continuing raids on Bedouin village Tarabin. haaretz.com Despite announcing last week that the Israel Police operation was ending, local residents told Haaretz that officers threw stun grenades and flares and fired tear gas on Saturday evening, expressing concern that 'this won't end well'…
(2026-01-18). Tomato price spike due to bad weather. ecns.cn The recent surge in tomato prices in China was mainly due to the impact of unfavorable weather earlier in the season and tight supplies during the peak period, experts said. Prices have started to ease slightly in mid-January and are likely to see a seasonal decline after the Spring Festival holiday in mid-February.
(2026-01-18). Azerbaijan sentences exiled journalists to lengthy prison terms in absentia. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-18). Myanmar: Arbitrary detention and torture of student leader Htet Myat Aung. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). CPJ joins 2 urgent calls for legal transparency following FBI search of WaPo journalist's home. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-18). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Uganda: Repression threatens election credibility. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Israeli settlers raid, set fire to West Bank Bedouin village. haaretz.com
(2026-01-18). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Water crosses the border for 22,000 people in western Uganda. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). South Sudan: ICRC-supported hospitals deliver critical care as conflict-related casualties reach highest level in eight years. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). 2025 was Earth's 3rd-Warmest Year on Record. juancole.com
(2026-01-18). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Iran: Over 30 NGOs raise alarm over dire situation for detained human rights defenders amid rising protest death toll. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Indonesian rescuers find wreckage of plane that had 11 people on board. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-18). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Iran: Authorities must be held accountable for massacre of protesters. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Five killed in two avalanches in Austria. albawaba.com
(2026-01-18). Who Pays for the AI Bubble? counterpunch.org
(2026-01-18). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Operational update: Assisting communities in winter in the Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Why China is Defying Trump's Tariffs on Iran Trade. juancole.com
(2026-01-18). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Jordan and the ICRC convene a high-level regional conference to advance global commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) in Riyadh: Humanitarian Law as part of the Military Doctrine. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Trump's $1.5 trillion Gamble: Will Endless Conflict win Midterm Votes? juancole.com
(2026-01-18). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Haiti's presidential council expands defamation laws as end of political immunity looms. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-18). United States withdrawal from international organisations endangers women's rights. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Mercosur y la Unión Europea firman histórico acuerdo tras 25 años de negociaciones. cubadebate.cu La capital paraguaya volvió a ser historia este sábado con la firma del acuerdo entre el Mercado Común del Sur (Mercosur) y la Unión Europea (UE) tras 25 años de negociaciones. La firma del tratado tuvo lugar en el Gran Teatro José Asunción Flores del Banco Central de Paraguay, donde se suscribió el Tratado de Asunción, texto fundacional del Mercosur, el 26 de marzo de 1991.
(2026-01-18). Colaboración académica une a universidades de Sancti Spíritus y Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La Universidad de Sancti Spíritus José Martí Pérez (UNISS) recibió una delegación de profesores y especialistas procedentes del Lehman College Bronx de Nueva York, Estados Unidos, con el objetivo de fortalecer los vínculos académicos y de cooperación a través del intercambio con sus homólogos espirituanos.
(2026-01-18). Hospitalizados tres niños tras ataque del ICE en Minneapolis. cubadebate.cu La escena ocurrió la noche del 15 de enero, en Minneapolis. No fue una redada selectiva ni una operación quirúrgica. Fue un ataque indiscriminado. Un vehículo familiar, con seis menores dentro, quedó atrapado en una intervención del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos, el ICE.
(2026-01-18). La Tira de los Lectores: Orgullo cubano. cubadebate.cu Hace unos días la convocamos, y hoy regresa La Tira de los Lectores, para mostrar el orgullo cubano en fotos. En la mayoría de las imágenes llegadas a nuestra redacción resalta la bandera de la estrella solitaria, símbolo sagrado de los hijos de esta tierra.
(2026-01-18). Expulsión de menores mexicanos de EEUU alcanzó una media de 33 al día en el último año. cubadebate.cu Según datos del Instituto Nacional de Migración de México, durante la última década (2015-2025), se registraron un total de 126.392 eventos de devolución de niñas, niños y adolescentes connacionales no acompañados desde Estados Unidos.
(2026-01-18). Consejo de Defensa Nacional efectúa sesión de trabajo. cubadebate.cu Este sábado se reunió el Consejo de Defensa Nacional para analizar y aprobar los planes y medidas del paso al Estado de Guerra, como parte de la preparación del país bajo la concepción estratégica de la Guerra de todo el Pueblo.
(2026-01-18). Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery welcomes Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia. indybay.org In January 2026, the Venerable Monks and the Tibetan Community who gathered at Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in El Cerrito, California welcomed Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia…
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/30: The Settlers: Documentary Screening + Q&A. indybay.org Hillside Community Church, 1422 Navellier Street, El Cerrito…
(2026-01-17). LIVE: Gaza death toll rises by Israeli raids, Trump names 'Board of Peace'. aljazeera.com Israeli raids cause rising casualties in Gaza, as attacks persist despite the ceasefire agreement.
(2026-01-17). Photos: Gaza ceasefire brings no relief as Israeli bombings continue. aljazeera.com Over 80 percent of Gaza's infrastructure lies in ruins as residents endure precarious living conditions and limited aid.
(2026-01-17). Saturday 1/17: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with Gaza's Orphans. indybay.org Point Isabel Parking Lot, 2406 Rydin Rd, Richmond, CA 94804.
(2026-01-17). Maduro's son rallies World to demand release of captured Venezuelan leader. hindustantimes.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's son, Nicolas Maduro Guerra, has launched an international campaign urging global bodies and parliaments to demand his father's release following the U.S. military capture of Maduro and his wife. Maduro Guerra proposed a consensus document denouncing what he calls "aggression and kidnapping" and called for international commissions to mobilize support, portraying Maduro as a symbol of resistance against foreign intervention.
(2026-01-17). Venezuelan acting president calls for oil industry reforms to attract foreign investment. independent.co.ug 
CARACAS | Xinhua | Venezuelan acting president Delcy Rodriguez on Thursday called on the legislature to approve an oil industry reform plan to attract foreign investment and promote the country's economic recovery. In her annual report to the legislature on behalf of the administrative body, Rodriguez said that the relevant reforms would help improve the …
(2026-01-17). US invasion of Venezuela exposes bankruptcy of Mélenchon's France Unbowed Party. wsws.org Workers cannot stop imperialism's accelerating plunge into military dictatorship and wars of plunder without breaking politically with forces like Mélenchon, who calls for them to subordinate themselves to the Venezuelan bourgeois nationalist regime's negotiations with Trump.
(2026-01-17). Who are Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores? — and why Washington kidnapped them. workers.org 
Gary Wilson wrote this article, published at struggle-la-lucha.org on Jan. 5. On Jan. 3, 2026, the Trump administration carried out one of the most brazen acts of imperialist aggression seen in Latin America in decades. U.S. forces invaded Venezuela and seized its elected president, Nicolás Maduro, along with Cilia Flores. . . . |
(2026-01-17). Trump Neither Selected Delcy Rodríguez Nor Governs Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By William Serafino — Jan 15, 2026 | Following the overwhelming and patently illegal US military aggression against Venezuela on January 3, which culminated in the
(2026-01-17). United Nations system "mortally wounded" after attack on Venezuela. radiohc.cu Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil has denounced that the United Nations system was "mortally wounded" following the military operation that resulted in the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. | According to the high-ranking official, the act constitutes a violation of the pillars that have sustained the world order for the last 80 years. | During his address at the meeting of the Network of Jurists for the Liberation of President Nicolás Maduro and his Wife Cilia Flores, Gil described the operation as a disproportionate and unjustified deployment that left a regrettable toll of a…
(2026-01-17). China's AI ambitions meet the politics of global supply chains. moderndiplomacy.eu The US military operation against the Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has exacerbated the already strained US relationship with Latin America, with far-reaching implications beyond the region. The episode unfolded in the context of China's increasing involvement in Venezuela, underscoring the extent to which Latin America's resource diplomacy has been caught up in the great power …
(2026-01-17). Foreign Minister Gil Warns That US Aggression Against Venezuela Threatens Global Stability. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil condemned the military attack carried out by the US government against Venezuela, stating that it seriously endangers world peace. According to Gil, this action violates the very foundations upon which the United Nations (UN) was built. | During a meeting with the network of legal experts at the Teresa Carreño Theater in Caracas on Friday, the minister emphasized that the principles of dialogue and diplomacy had been systematically and flagrantly violated. "We are discussing the gravity of this situation and the urgency of restoring international law," he stated firmly. | G…
(2026-01-17). Trump Neither Selected Delcy Rodríguez Nor Governs Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By William Serafino — Jan 15, 2026 | Following the overwhelming and patently illegal US military aggression against Venezuela on January 3, which culminated in the
(2026-01-17). Free Nicolás Maduro, Cilia Flores, Mumia Abu-Jamal and all political prisoners! iacenter.org January 13, 2026 A coalition of groups which have long fought for the release of Mumia Abu-Jamal and other U.S. political prisoners felt compelled to issue the following statement in response to the illegal imprisonment of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores: The Mobilization for Mumia, the Campaign to Bring Mumia Home and the Free Mumia Abu-Jamal Coalition (NYC) unequivocally oppose and condemn the Trump regime's illegal bombing of the Venezuelan capital and kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores from Venezuela. This unprovoked, unilateral military assault on the sovereign natio…
(2026-01-17). Iran: America's Next Target After Venezuela. moderndiplomacy.eu On December 28, 2025, protests unexpectedly erupted across Iran in response to a severe economic downturn in the Middle Eastern country, caused largely by sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies. More notably, the protests have grown in scale and turned violent, with clashes between civilians and police resulting in casualties, occurring shortly …
(2026-01-17). Who are Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores? — and why Washington kidnapped them. workers.org Gary Wilson wrote this article, published at struggle-la-lucha.org on Jan. 5. On Jan. 3, 2026, the Trump administration carried out one of the most brazen acts of imperialist aggression seen in Latin America in decades. U.S. forces invaded Venezuela and seized its elected president, Nicolás Maduro, along with Cilia Flores. . . . |
(2026-01-17). Nobel Prize inseparable from winner but medal can be given away, says award body. geo.tv 
US President Trump meets Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado in the Oval Office, during which she presented the President with her Nobel Peace Prize, in Washington, DC, US, released January 15, 2026. — Reuters Venezuela's Machado gave her Nobel medal to Trump.Donald…
(2026-01-17). Cuba: Dialogue With US Possible Only Under Conditions of Equality and Respect. orinocotribune.com Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that Cuba remains willing to engage in dialogue with the United States, provided it takes place on the basis of sovereign equality and mutual respect. He made these statements during the tribute ceremony for the 32 Cuban combatants killed in the January 3 US military attack on Venezuela, held at the Anti-Imperialist Tribune in Havana on Friday, January 16. | In his remarks, the Cuban president underscored that there is no possibility of reaching an understanding under conditions of pressure, threats, or political impositions. This has been Cuba's position for over six deca…
(2026-01-17). French youth speak out against Trump's illegal invasion of Venezuela. wsws.org WSWS reporters interviewed students in the Paris area on Trump's military operation against Venezuela to kidnap its president and try to seize its oil revenues.
(2026-01-17). Acciones solidarias en España contra la arremetida imperial. radiohc.cu 
Con la finalidad de fortalecer la conciencia colectiva entorno a los acontecimientos ocurridos recientemente en Venezuela y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro, en varios sitios de España celebraron espacios de diálogo y condena a los hechos perpetrados por Estados Unidos en la nación suramericana. | Estas acciones pretenden ser espacios abiertos de información, análisis y compromiso militante, dirigido a todas las personas y colectivos que apuestan por la autodeterminación de los pueblos y la solidaridad con Venezuela y Cuba. | Las actividades sesionaron este viernes 16 de enero, en la tarde noche, con en…
(2026-01-17). Presidente Díaz-Canel acompañó sepelio de combatientes caídos en Venezuela. radiohc.cu Con la presencia del primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, de Miguel Díaz-Canel tuvo lugar en la necrópolis de Colón, en La Habana, la ceremonia de inhumación de cuatro de los 32 combatientes caídos en Venezuela el pasado 3 de enero, en el ataque perpetrado por fuerzas estadounidenses. | Encabezaron el tributo, ofrendas florales a nombre del general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz, líder de la Revolución cubana, de Díaz-Canel, de los Ministerios de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (FAR) y del Interior (Minint), de los familiares y del pueblo de Cuba.
(2026-01-17). A la calle por Venezuela, convocan en Asturias. radiohc.cu 
Una movilización a un acto político en la ciudad de Gijón, (Asturias, España) circula en las redes sociales y medios alternativos en rechazo al imperialismo y en defensa de la paz, por los hechos ocurridos en Venezuela el 3 de enero último. | La convocatoria cita para el domingo 18 de enero, a las 12: 30 horas, en la Plaza del Humedal de Gijón con la demanda de denunciar las agresiones e injerencias de Estados Unidos contra el país suramericano y exigir respeto a su soberanía, bajo el lema: "Manos fuera de Venezuela. | El activista Carlos González Penalva, miembro de la"Asociación Lázaro Cárdenas" en Asturias, exh…
(2026-01-17). La Habana despide a los héroes caídos en agresión de EEUU a Venezuela. radiohc.cu 
Una representación del pueblo capitalino se reunió, en la tarde de este viernes, para rendir homenaje y despedir a sus hermanos caídos en combate durante la agresión militar estadounidense contra Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | En la necrópolis Cristóbal Colón se dieron cita civiles, militares, jóvenes, ancianos, trabajadores y estudiantes, para agradecer a los héroes que sacrificaron sus valiosas vidas en cumplimiento de su misión. | En las palabras centrales, el primer secretario del Partido Comunista de Cuba en La Habana, Liván Izquierdo, expresó: Hoy reafirmamos el tributo de toda una nación a los 32 héroes…
(2026-01-17). Modi, Mamata Battle in Bengal is Not Political Alone. ummid.com What is happening in West Bengal during the last few days is more than RSS and BJP, the Saffron Ecosystem, simply trying to set a political narrative.
(2026-01-17). Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni wins seventh term in election marred by fraud claims. scmp.com Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni won his seventh term with 71.65 per cent of votes, according to official results Saturday, in an election marred by an internet shutdown and fraud claims by his youthful challenger, who rejected the outcome and called for peaceful protests. | The musician-turned-politician best known as Bobi Wine took 24.72 per cent of the vote, the final results showed. Wine, whose real name is Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, has condemned what he described as an unfair electoral process…
(2026-01-17). Silent night: A Christmas without insects means they are disappearing. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-17). South American bloc, EU to sign long-awaited FTA amid Trump's tariffs. scmp.com The South American trade bloc Mercosur and the European Union will sign on Saturday a deal 25 years in the making to create one of the world's largest free trade areas at a time of growing protectionism and volatility. | The long-awaited agreement comes amid the sweeping use of tariffs and trade threats by US President Donald Trump's administration, which has sent countries scrambling for new partnerships.
(2026-01-17). Trump 'guilty for casualties' in Iran protests: Khamenei. geo.tv 
This collage of pictures shows US President Donald Trump and Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. — Reuters/File Khamenei terms wave of protests "American conspiracy".Iran's supreme leader says will not spare domestic criminals.DPM Dar expresses hope for…
(2026-01-17). Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan discuss joint Islamic defense alliance. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan are in discussions to establish a joint defense alliance, signaling a potential shift in regional security dynamics, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Thursday. Speaking at a press conference in Istanbul, Fidan confirmed that talks are underway among the three countries, stressing the need for greater regional trust and cooperation to address shared security challenges, while noting that no formal agreement has yet been signed.His remarks follow disclosures by Pakistan's Minister for Defence Production, Raza Hayat Harraj, who told Reuters that a draft trilat…
(2026-01-17). JEE Main 2026: No exam for West Bengal students on January 23. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has said the students of West Bengal appearing in JEE Main 2026 on January 23, 2026 will be allotted different slots.
(2026-01-17). Burnham comes out against Starmer's Hillsborough 'betrayal'. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's government have made such a hash of the proposed new Hillsborough law that the families of victims have come out against it. They aren't the only ones either, with Merseyside-raised Andy Burnham making his feelings clear alongside Liverpool mayor Steve Rotheram: Andy Burnham now leading the revolt over the Hillsborough law ahead of […] | By
(2026-01-17). Social Strikes: Confronting ICE and Resisting Authoritarianism. portside.org Social Strikes: Confronting ICE and Resisting Authoritarianism |
(2026-01-17). Hapoel Tel Aviv reclaims EuroLeague lead with fourth-quarter rally. haaretz.com Hapoel Tel Aviv overcame a 12-point deficit to beat Villeurbanne 81—73 in France, moving to the top of the EuroLeague standings. Daniel Oturu led the scorers with 18 points, followed by 17 points by Elijah Bryant…
(2026-01-17). Saturday 1/17: Direct Action Mobilization to Protest Corporations! indybay.org International…
(2026-01-17). Can the US afford Trump's $1.5 trillion 'dream military'? aljazeera.com Donald Trump plans to boost US military spending to $1.5 trillion in 2027. His plan to pay for it does not add up.
(2026-01-17). PTV stun SNGPL to break centuries-old record. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Television (PTV) rewrote the history books on Saturday, breaking a record that had stood for more than two centuries with a dramatic two-run victory over Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) in the President's Trophy Grade-I at the National Bank Stadium. | In an extraordinary finale, PTV successfully defended a target of just 40 runs, becoming the first team in the 253-year history of first-class cricket to do so. The feat eclipsed a mark that had remained untouched since 1794, when Oldfield defended 41 against the Marylebone Cricket Club at Lord's Old Ground. | PTV's improbable triumph came aft…
(2026-01-17). Battle Over Facial Recognition in New Orleans Will Shape Future of Surveillance. truthout.org While New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago have all received significant attention when it comes to police use of surveillance technologies, the small city of New Orleans has for years been the laboratory for a sophisticated surveillance apparatus deployed by the city's police department and other policing bodies. Just last year, New Orleans was in the news as the city considered setting a… |
(2026-01-17). NA debates cyber fraud after speaker impersonated. tribune.com.pk 
The growing threat of online fraud took centre stage in the National Assembly on Friday as Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq disclosed that his voice had been impersonated to fraudulently seek money from citizens, prompting assurances from the government that action and legislation were underway to counter organised digital crime. | The session, presided over by Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, also saw the suspension of multiple lawmakers over non-submission of asset declarations and a packed legislative agenda, alongside moments of levity on the floor of the House. | During the sitting, lawmakers discussed online fraud, legislati…
(2026-01-17). Death toll in Iran protests over 3,000, rights group says. newarab.com 
More than 3,000 people have died in The US-based HRANA group said it had verified 3,090 deaths, including 2,885 protesters, after residents said
(2026-01-17). Palestine expert joins think tank funded by war industry. electronicintifada.net Julie Norman accepts post with Chatham House, which counts BAE Systems as a major donor.
(2026-01-17). SCO calls for diplomatic settlement of situation in Iran. eng.belta.by The Shanghai Cooperation Organization issued a statement on the situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
(2026-01-17). LHC draws red line between fair criticism, judicial smear. tribune.com.pk 
The Lahore High Court on Friday drew a clear distinction between permissible criticism of judicial decisions and campaigns aimed at maligning judges, ruling that while fair critique to correct errors is allowed, attempts to question judges' integrity or undermine public confidence in the judiciary will not be tolerated. | During earlier proceedings in a related matter, the Lahore High Court had observed that while fair criticism of judicial decisions is permissible, any attempt to malign judges or undermine public confidence in the judiciary cannot be allowed. | The court had termed organised campaigns aimed a…
(2026-01-17). History Of Remilitarization Of Japan. popularresistance.org I just came back from the annual VFP Peace Speaking Tour in Okinawa and mainland Japan. During the 3-week tour, we witnessed the unimaginable scale of their remilitarization. | Before I start talking about Japan, here is my basic understanding of the geopolitical strategy of the United States. You may or may not agree with what I am going to say. But please bear with me:
| For the United States, which aspires to be the world's sole hegemonic power, there are three major obstacles that refuse to acquiésce: Russia, Iran, and China.
(2026-01-17). Israel fanatic claims genocide book is… 'woke agenda' 'libel'. thecanary.co 
Telegraph hack Zoe Strimpel is an Israel fanatic. Her output for the 'Torygraph' includes gems such as: "Mamdani's victory shows New York learnt the wrong lessons from 9/11"; "We need to talk about what's going wrong with young women — from loony Greenism to anti-Israel hatred, the fairer sex are embracing extremism"; and "The rise […] | By
(2026-01-17). Belarus-Laos visa waiver agreement comes into force. eng.belta.by From now on, citizens of Belarus and Laos who have valid ordinary passports with a validity period of at least 180 days may enter, leave, stay, and/or transit through the territory of either country without a visa, provided that their stay does not exceed 30 days from the date of entry.
(2026-01-17). Lavrov presents Rogozhnik with badge for contribution to international cooperation. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Rogozhnik, recently appointed by the Belarusian president as Vitebsk Oblast Governor, held a series of meetings in Moscow to mark the conclusion of his mission as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Russian Federation.
(2026-01-17). LIVE: Manchester United vs Manchester City — Premier League. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream of the derby at Old Trafford.
(2026-01-17). UN: Jan. 16] US Board of Peace Members, Big Job Opening Lots More. passblue.com 
(2026-01-17). Georgia Man Goes on a Full-Blown Racist Tirade, Messes Around and Finds Out. theroot.com 
Robert Burke was seen in the video screaming the "N-word" at a security guard and claiming free speech.
(2026-01-17). New York's Ridiculous Energy Policy Way Off The Edge Of The Cliff. wattsupwiththat.com So what is the strategy? As far as I can tell, Hochul's strategy is to pretend that there is no Climate Act, and hope nobody will call her on it. T…
(2026-01-17). NATO's Greenland Theatrics and Arctic Expansionism. globalresearch.ca The Trump administration's threat to "take Greenland" (in effect, to invade Denmark, a fellow NATO member state) came as a total shock, especially to those who refuse to acknowledge that the strength of the political West is slowly degenerating into …
(2026-01-17). Ronaldo shines, but Al-Nassr Vs Al-Hilal SPL match went other way. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr suffered another setback after it was defeated by Al Hilal in the SPL 25/26 Group Match played at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-17). Shreyanka Patil Creates Waves as Youngest Bowler with 5-Wicket Haul in WPL. devdiscourse.com In a thrilling Women's Premier League fixture, Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Shreyanka Patil etched her name into the record books as she became the youngest bowler to secure a five-wicket haul. Her stellar performance came against the Gujarat Giants, as the match unfolded at Navi Mumbai on Friday.
(2026-01-17). FO ∞ Talks: Deepfakes and Democracy: Why the Next Election Could Be Decided by AI. fairobserver.com Fair Observer author Catherine Lapey speaks with Manish Maheshwari, former head of Twitter India, an AI entrepreneur and a Mason Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School focused on AI governance and digital public goods. Their core worry is not simply that synthetic media can trick people into believing a lie, but that it can corrode the…
(2026-01-17). Zoe Saldaña Breaks Her Silence on Becoming the Highest-Grossing Actress of All Time…and Here's How She Did It. theroot.com 
Zoe Saldaña is now the most successful actor of all time. And now she's finally responding to her new milestone!
(2026-01-17). UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key: Important Notice to Read. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), while releasing the UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key (Provisional), has also issued important notification with regard to raise objections.
(2026-01-17). Madison, WI: Diverse Crowd Protests UW 'Pausing' of Gender Affirming Healthcare for Trans Youth. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-01-17). 31,000 Kaiser nurses prepare to walk out in California, Hawaii as conditions emerge for a general strike. wsws.org With 15,000 nurses on strike in New York City and a general strike in Minneapolis set for next Friday, the conditions are rapidly emerging in the United States for a mass movement in the working class against inequality and dictatorship, with healthcare workers at the forefront.
(2026-01-17). Russia Blasts US at UN Security Council Over Iran. scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Joe Lauria / Russia's U.N. Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia, in an
(2026-01-17). Brutal beatings, arson and impunity: A Palestinian plant nursery becomes a target for settler pogroms. haaretz.com After setting fire last fall to one of the largest and oldest plant nurseries in the West Bank, causing millions of shekels in damage, settlers returned to the site this month, torching cars and brutally attacking an older worker…
(2026-01-17). UK says pro-indy Scotland X accounts went silent as Iran cut net. newarab.com 
British authorities are examining alleged According to the newspaper, several X accounts that regularly criticised the British monarchy, attacked Westminster politicians and promoted Scottish independence stopped posting in early January after Iran report…
(2026-01-17). Trump's vendetta against federal death row inmates: Sends prisoners who received commutations to "Alcatraz of the Rockies" wsws.org Ten federal prisoners whose death sentences were commuted to life by Biden have been moved to ADX Florence in Colorado, where inmates are kept in concrete cells smaller than a parking space for 22 to 24 hours a day and are subject to near-total social and sensory deprivation.
(2026-01-17). Artificial Intelligence an Asset, not a Substitute to Media. ummid.com Highlighting the possibilities and concerns of Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominating all walks of life in the world, senior analyst and columnist Asad Mirza said that AI is a tool for journalism, not a substitute.
(2026-01-17). Comprehensive security plan finalised for basant in Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore authorities have finalised a comprehensive security plan for Basant 2026, dividing the city into Red, Yellow and Green zones to manage risks associated with kite flying. | The detailed police report has been submitted to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in compliance with court orders. | The report was filed in response to a petition by Advocate Azhar Siddique, who has challenged the Punjab Kite Flying Act and the government notification allowing kite flying. | Following the LHC's directions, police informed the court that the Basant security strategy has been prepared after analysing 10 years of data to ide…
(2026-01-17). Another Hindu killed in Bangladesh, run over by SUV; 51 violence cases reported since December. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A shocking incident has been reported from Bangladesh's Rajbari district, where a Hindu youth was killed after being run over by a vehicle for asking payment for fuel, raising fresh concerns over violence targeting minorities ahead of the country's general elections.The victim, identified as 30-year-old Ripon Saha, was working at a petrol pump when a black SUV arrived in the early hours of Friday and refuelled diesel worth around 5,000 taka. According to local reports, the occupants attempted to flee without paying. When Ripon tried to stop the vehicle, he was deliberately run over, resulting in hi…
(2026-01-17). Dr. King's legacy: No borders in the workers' struggle! iacenter.org January 14, 2026 New York City, April 2018 January 19 will officially mark the 40th anniversary of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday, a demand won through many years of grassroots struggle. If he were alive today, King would have celebrated his 97th birthday on Jan. 15. Dr. King dedicated his entire adult life to fighting for Civil Rights for African Americans, especially in the Deep South during the 1950s and 1960s. And during the last year of his life, King showed concrete support for striking Black sanitation workers in Memphis, Tennessee, while simultaneously calling for an end to the Vietnam war…
(2026-01-17). WHYY Newscast for Friday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-17). Thank you, David Webb, you made Hong Kong a better place. scmp.com Like many long-time reporters in Hong Kong, I had occasional dealings with David Webb, the market transparency and shareholder rights crusader who died this week of prostate cancer at the relatively young age of 60. Almost all of my encounters with him over the years were annoying and slightly unpleasant. But they made me respect him all the more. | He once chastised me for misstating a relatively obscure Nasa space mission in the 1960s and demanded a print correction. I thought, who cares? But I…
(2026-01-17). Serbian Students Charge Forward: A Call for Change Against Corruption. devdiscourse.com Thousands gathered in Serbia on Saturday as university students spearhead a renewed effort in their ongoing protests against President Aleksandar Vucic. The demonstrations, in place for over a year, aim to challenge Vucic's grip on power and the alleged corruption plaguing his administration.
(2026-01-17). Spain and Portugal: Unveiling the Soul of Southern Europe. thecanary.co 
There are parts of the world where life seems to move with a different kind of intention. Spain and Portugal belong to that category — places where mornings begin slowly, where evenings spill into the streets, and where the past sits comfortably beside the present. Travelling through these countries isn't just about admiring scenery; it's […] | By
(2026-01-17). On Greenland, Trump wants to be like Polk. responsiblestatecraft.org Any hopes that Wednesday's meeting of Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers with Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio might point toward an end of the Trump administration's attempts to annex the semiautonomous arctic territory were swiftly disappointed. "Fundamental disagreement" remains, according to Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen. That these talks would yield no hint of a resolution should not be surprising. Much of Trump's stated rationale for seeking ownership of Greenland — the need for an increased U.S. military presence, the ability to access the island's critical mineral d…
(2026-01-17). Greenland's Stand: A Nation's Fight Against American Ambitions. devdiscourse.com Thousands of Greenlanders braved icy conditions on Saturday to protest President Donald Trump's recent maneuvers, voicing opposition to any US acquisition of Greenland. Bearing signs and chanting, demonstrators expressed their commitment to self-governance amid perceived American threats.
(2026-01-17). GATE 2026 Admit Card Released: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Guwahati has released the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 (GATE 2026) on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-17). Somali president Mohamud visits city claimed by Somaliland. newarab.com 
(2026-01-17). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-17). Municipal Elections, Union Budget and Future of Pune Real Estate. ummid.com The city you live in five years from now will depend on what happens when you vote, and what the budget gives us next month. Both count.
(2026-01-17). US visa pause meant to ensure vigorous vetting, says embassy. tribune.com.pk 
The US Embassy in Islamabad said on Friday that Secretary of State Marco Rubio instituted the pause on the issuance of immigration visa to ensure that the new immigrants were vetted "to the maximum degree" and that they will not use public assistance. | In a post on X, the embassy said that the pause, effective on January 21, applies to the issuance of immigrant visas only and it does not apply to non-immigrant visas, such as tourists, students, athletes, skilled workers, and their families. | "Secretary Rubio has instituted this pause until we can ensure that new immigrants have been vetted to the maximum deg…
(2026-01-17). Sudan: A truce of separation. aljazeera.com The proposed humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan aims to undermine the unity of the country.
(2026-01-17). NJ GOP wants to shoot your neighbor in the head: Social Lysistrata for Anyone Supporting the Murder of Renee Good and Escalating ICE Violence and Lethality. fightbackbetter.com In response to Trump calling for more lethal violence against unarmed civilians protesting the ICE terror he is unleashing across…
(2026-01-17). Madhya Pradesh: The System Operating Without Accountability. ummid.com Madhya Pradesh is facing a harsh reality these days. Even the most basic needs of common people are not safe anymore.
(2026-01-17). Petition challenges PIA privatisation in Lahore High Court. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-17). Strife and Resolution: Karbi and Bihari Communities in Assam. devdiscourse.com The second round of discussions between the Assam state government and Karbi society, aiming to address recent tensions in West Karbi Anglong district, has been postponed. This delay results from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
(2026-01-17). The India I knew and The India I am living in. ummid.com Born and brought up in a typical Hindu home, where never was heard a word of hatred against other faiths; I am not able to relate to the present-day philosophy and practice of Hindutva.
(2026-01-17). Manchester United vs Manchester City 2-0: Premier League — as it happened. aljazeera.com All the updates as Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu secure a morale-boosting home derby victory for Man United.
(2026-01-17). Trump threatens tariffs on nations opposing Greenland takeover. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press, before departing for Florida from the South Lawn, at the White House in Washington, D.C., US, January 16, 2026. — ReutersUS lawmakers visit Denmark to back Copenhagen and Greenland.Denmark strongly rejects Trump's…
(2026-01-17). Health Card launched for AJK, G-B. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday revived and extended the Prime Minister's Health Card programme to Islamabad Capital Territory, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan reaffirming the federal government's commitment to provide quality healthcare as a fundamental right to every citizen, regardless of social or economic status. | Addressing the launching ceremony, the prime minister said the initiative marked another major step towards delivering healthcare facilities at people's doorsteps. | Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recalled that the health card scheme was first introduced in 2016 under t…
(2026-01-17). Dembele brace fires PSG top in France. tribune.com.pk 
Ousmane Dembele scored twice as champions Paris Saint-Germain climbed top of Ligue 1 on Friday with a dominant 3-0 win over Lille at a rainy Parc des Princes. | Surprise packages Lens could return to the summit on Saturday should they win at Auxerre, but PSG coach Luis Enrique will be buoyed by a return to form from his top striker. | Dembele won the Ballon d'Or last season but has suffered an injury-blighted season so far. | His goals, including a stunning lob, on Friday will hearten the PSG faithful, however. | A confident Dembele curled a sweet left-footed shot into the bottom corner from outside the box on…
(2026-01-17). Clippers rally past Raptors in OT for fifth straight NBA win. aljazeera.com Los Angeles Clippers overcome a 14-point deficit to beat Toronto Raptors 121-117, while Nets and Cavaliers also win.
(2026-01-17). Mane eyes second AFCON title. tribune.com.pk 
Sadio Mane will cement his status as one of the all-time great African players if he can lead Senegal to victory against hosts Morocco in Sunday's Cup of Nations final — a game he has said will be his farewell to the tournament. | Former Liverpool star Mane turns 34 in April and has played over 120 times for his country going back to a debut against Morocco shortly after his 20th birthday in 2012. | The high point of his international career came in February 2022, when he starred as the Lions of Teranga beat Egypt on penalties in the Cup of Nations final in Yaounde. | Having missed a penalty during normal…
(2026-01-17). The Minnesota general strike and the re-emergence of class struggle in the United States. wsws.org The United States has reached a point where the scale of political breakdown and the ferocity of class tensions are generating profound shifts in consciousness.
(2026-01-17). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-17). AFCON 2025 Final: Morocco, Senegal faceoff on Sunday Jan 18. ummid.com Morocco defeated Nigeria, and Senegal trounced Egypt to reach the AFCON 2025 (Africa Cup of Nations) Final to be played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco Sunday January 18, 2026.
(2026-01-17). Qatar's Al-Attiyah claims sixth Dakar Rally title. newarab.com 
Qatar's "We've worked very hard since last year. I might not be showing much emotion yet, but it's there, deep down. We are so happy to win," said
(2026-01-17). Update on Australian NetZero efforts. wattsupwiththat.com There has been little decarbonisation since 2020. Aging, increasingly unreliable coal fired power stations are still the backbone of the electricity supply. The price of energy is inexorably rising. Australian governments, both State or Federal, are subsidising domestic solar and batteries, subsidising grid wind and solar generation, subsidising fossil fuel plant to stay generating to do what the unreliable wind and solar can't, and subsidising consumers as power is too expensive. When will it all end in tears?>
(2026-01-17). Palace manager Glasner to leave at end of season. tribune.com.pk 
Oliver Glasner on Friday said he will leave Crystal Palace after his contract expires at the end of the season, with the Austrian manager adding that the Premier League club's captain Marc Guehi is also set to depart. | Glasner guided Palace to victory in the FA Cup last season, the first major trophy of their 164-year-old history, as well as the Community Shield in August. | The 51-year-old's success at Palace has made him a key target for other clubs and he has been linked with the top job at Manchester United. | "A decision has already been taken, months ago. I had a meeting with Steve (Parish) in October,…
(2026-01-17). Fjords, Forests, and Celestial Lights: A Journey Through Norway's Natural Beauty. thecanary.co 
Norway is a country that feels shaped as much by silence as by scenery. The landscapes stretch outwards in every direction — wide, open, unhurried — as though the world has been gently carved by wind, ice and time. From the glint of midnight sun on still water to the soft pulse of green auroras […] | By
(2026-01-17). Macklin Good's killing sparks protests at over 1,000 places in United States. ummid.com The brutal daylight killing of Renee Nicole Macklin Good in Minneapolis has sparked protests at more than 1,000 places in United States (USA).
(2026-01-17). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-17). Regragui: Diaz could be 'the key' for Morocco in AFCON final. newarab.com 
Morocco coach Mor…
(2026-01-17). VP JD Vance Leads U.S. Delegation to Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. devdiscourse.com United States Vice President JD Vance is set to lead the American presidential delegation to the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, as announced by President Donald Trump on Saturday. Accompanying Vance will be his wife, Usha Vance, the second lady of the United States.
(2026-01-17). Pakistan rebuffs India's 'integral part' claim on Kashmir. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has brushed aside India's untenable claim that Jammu and Kashmir was its "integral and inalienable part", saying that the UN resolutions recognized the Himalayan state as a disputed territory. | "Jammu and Kashmir is not 'an integral part' of India, nor has it ever been so under international law," Pakistani delegate Asif Khan told the UN General Assembly on Thursday. | He was responding to Indian delegate Eldos Punoose who protested a pointed reference to the unresolved Kashmir dispute made by Pakistan's Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad while commenting on the Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' priori…
(2026-01-17). Pique's League aims for US launch. tribune.com.pk 
The Gerard Pique-founded Kings League is planning a U.S. launch in 2026 but its fast expansion will not stop there as it expects to enter more global markets and potentially licence the format, the former Spain and Barcelona player has told Reuters. | The seven-a-side league created by Pique in 2022 blends soccer with video-game features along with shorter matches, customised rules, heavy audience interaction and social-media personalities as central figures in its teams and events. | It expanded quickly from Spain to Italy, Germany, France, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and Brazil, where it is hosting its version of t…
(2026-01-17). US judge orders curbs on ICE agents' actions against Minnesota protesters. aljazeera.com The court injunction bars federal agents from detaining or retaliating against peaceful protesters or observers.
(2026-01-17). Despite end, Israel Police continues to raid Bedouin village Tarabin, residents say. haaretz.com Local residents told Haaretz that officers threw stun grenades and flares and fired tear gas, and even damaged the local mosque. 'We hear explosions, as if it's war,' one resident said. 'I don't understand what they want from us. I don't know who to turn to anymore'…
(2026-01-17). 78% of Germans: Trump Is the Biggest Threat to NATO's Survival. thinktank.pk As geopolitical tensions simmer in 2026, a fresh opinion poll from Germany paints a stark picture of eroding trust in US leadership under President Donald Trump. With NATO's unity hanging by a thread, an overwhelming majority of Germans view Trump's aggressive foreign policies as a direct peril to the alliance's survival. This sentiment, fueled by …
(2026-01-17). Monday 1/19: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-01-17). UPSC makes face authentication at exam centers mandatory. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has made face authentication at exam centers compulsory for all candidates.
(2026-01-17). Landfalling Hurricane Trends. wattsupwiththat.com As with US storms, there is no evidence of any long term trends, either in the frequency of hurricanes or the number of major, Cat3+ storms.
(2026-01-17). India-EU Trade Revolution: Export Boost Awaits. devdiscourse.com India's burgeoning export sectors, including textiles, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, are poised for substantial growth thanks to an impending free trade agreement with the European Union. Industry experts anticipate that this deal, set to be announced soon, will effectively double India's exports to the EU over the next three years.
(2026-01-17). IRGC threatens US commanders in Qatar, says Doha relocation offers 'no safety'. hindustantimes.com IRGC-linked media has issued a direct threat against U.S. forces stationed in Qatar, claiming it has identified the hotel in Doha where American commanders relocated after security concerns at Al Udeid Air Base. The move marks a sharp escalation in Iran-U.S. tensions, signaling Tehran's surveillance capabilities and warning that relocation into civilian areas will not shield U.S. forces from retaliation. The threat comes amid heightened regional anxiety as Gulf states fear being drawn into a wider conflict.
(2026-01-17). Thousands in Denmark join anti-Trump 'Hands off Greenland' protests. scmp.com Thousands of people took to the streets of Denmark's capital on Saturday to protest at US President Donald Trump's push to take over Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. | The protest followed Trump's warning on Friday that he "may put a tariff" on countries that oppose his plans to take over mineral-rich Greenland, which is an autonomous territory of Denmark.
(2026-01-17). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-17). Senegal aim to deny hosts Morocco in Cup of Nations final. newarab.com 
Morocco and Walid Regragui's
(2026-01-17). Trump regime's claim dead ICE detainee killed himself is a flat-out lie. thecanary.co 
Trump's ICE fascists have claimed that a Cuban detainee who died in ICE custody "died while attempting suicide". They are lying. ICE now lying about Cuban detainee Geraldo Lunas Campos An eye-witness says that guards pinned and choked Cuban detainee Geraldo Lunas Campos after he refused to enter a new area of the ICE detention […] | By
(2026-01-17). Thousands join anti-Trump 'Hands off Greenland' protests in Denmark. tribune.com.pk 
Thousands of people took to the streets of Denmark's capital on Saturday to protest at US President Donald Trump's push to take over Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. | The protest followed Trump's warning on Friday that he "may put a tariff" on countries that oppose his plans to take over mineral-rich Greenland, which is an autonomous territory of Denmark. | They also coincided with a visit to Copenhagen by a bipartisan delegation from the US Congress that has made clear the opposition of many Americans to the Trump administration's sabre-rattling. | Waving the flags of Denmark and Greenland, the pro…
(2026-01-17). Another Tory defector rumoured to be joining Reform despite denial. thecanary.co 
According to journalist Charlie Simpson of GB Politics, Tory Andrew Rosindell has "reached an agreement" to join Reform. The potential move would follow a string of Conservatives joining the party which leader Nigel Farage has previously described as being outside of the "establishment". üö®NEW: Tory MP Andrew Rosindell has reached an agreement to defect to Reform […] | By
(2026-01-17). Enchanting snowy scenery in Vitebsk Oblast. eng.belta.by This year, winter in all regions of Belarus is not just on the calendar: for more than two weeks the country has been blanketed in snow, with temperatures rapidly dropping below -25 ∞C.
(2026-01-17). Yemen STC chief defiant in first comments since disappearance. newarab.com 
Aidarous Al-Zubaidi's UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council forces in December captured two Yemeni provinces in an offensive that was rolled back by Saudi strikes and Riyadh's allied forces on the…
(2026-01-17). UN: Jan. 16] US Board of Peace Members, UN Top Job Opening Lots More. passblue.com
(2026-01-17). Australia: While massive fires continue, Victoria experiences flash floods. wsws.org Like the bushfires, Victoria's Great Ocean Road floods expose the criminal indifference of the state Labor government to the mounting toll of climate catastrophe on the working class.
(2026-01-17). 7 dead in suspected extortion-linked mass shooting near Cape Town. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: At least seven persons were shot dead in a township on the outskirts of Cape Town in the early hours of Saturday, in what South African police believe may be an extortion-related attack.According to a police statement, the shooting took place shortly after midnight in Marikana, leaving six men and one woman, aged between 30 and 50, dead at the scene. Three others sustained gunshot wounds and were rushed to hospital for treatment.The police said the attackers fled immediately after the incident, and no arrests have been made so far. A manhunt has been launched, and investigations are continuing to t…
(2026-01-17). Owaisi's love for 'Nepo Kids' galore as Malegaon prepares for 2026 Corporation Polls. ummid.com AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi's love for a 'notorious family' has become a topic of debate in Malegaon which is preparing for the high stake Municipal Corporation elections after a long gap.
(2026-01-17). Myanmar military-backed party leads after second round of election voting. aljazeera.com Critics, including human rights and opposition groups, say election is neither free nor fair.
(2026-01-17). CIS human rights commission reviews agenda for 2026. eng.belta.by The first working meeting to discuss the activities of the CIS Human Rights Commission was held under the chairmanship of Belarusian representative Yevgeniya Paramonova.
(2026-01-17). Uganda's Bobi Wine says escaped raid on house amid disputed vote. aljazeera.com Opposition ‚leader claims escaping police and army raid hours before Museveni, 81, was declared the winner.
(2026-01-17). Rahul Gandhi Addresses Indore Water Crisis, PM Modi's Busy Weekend. devdiscourse.com Congress leader Rahul Gandhi engaged directly with victims of the recent water contamination crisis affecting Indore, highlighting a significant public health concern. The contamination has led to a spate of illnesses, including vomiting and diarrhoea, raising questions about municipal water safety.
(2026-01-17). Fact Check: Plundering of Somnath and other Hindu temples. ummid.com Temple destructions in ancient and medieval India were not primarily a religious phenomenon.
(2026-01-17). The Donroe Doctrine In Action. thealtworld.com In January 2025, the New York Post published an article with the provocative title "The Doctrine of Donro. Trump's Vision for the Hemisphere", which examined the bold and pretentious statements of the newly elected president, who went to the White House for the second time. At that time, he predicted that Canada would become a new state of the United States, Greenland would also become part of America, the Gulf of Mexico would be renamed the American Gulf, and the Panama Canal would become Washington's property. | The term was not widely used at that time, and only in December last year, after military strikes on…
(2026-01-17). The Democratic Base Is Social Democratic. portside.org The Democratic Base Is Social Democratic |
(2026-01-17). NTSB report reveals Boeing knew of fatal defect in UPS plane that killed 14 in Louisville. wsws.org Despite the pattern of repeated failures in a component that secures a multi-ton engine to the wing, Boeing ignored the danger.
(2026-01-17). Country sees $3.5b surge in agri exports. tribune.com.pk 
Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan on Friday said agriculture remained a major component of Pakistan's trade as the country witnessed a significant surge in agricultural exports last year, with exports increasing by around $3 to $3.5 billion compared to the previous year. | Responding to a Calling Attention Notice moved by Ms Aliya Kamran, Ms Naeema Kishwar Khan, Ms Shahida Begum and Muhammad Usman Badini in the National Assembly, the minister said that the growth in agri-exports was largely driven by favorable international market conditions and timely response by Pakistani exporters.
(2026-01-17). Ghana Helped U.S. Deport Migrants, and Now Its Own Citizens Are Shut Out. capitalbnews.org 
"America is a bully that is never satisfied," Oliver Barker-Vormawor said from Ghana. The Trump administration's new freeze on immigrant visas from 75 nations is the latest example, he added. African nations make up a striking share of the 75 countries swept into the Trump administration's new freeze on immigrant visas, a move officials say …
(2026-01-17). The Iranian Crisis as a Geopolitical Phenomenon. moderndiplomacy.eu Waves of mass protest in Iran tend to erupt when least expected, though this should hardly surprise us. They typically represent the release of pressures accumulated over years. The current cycle follows this familiar pattern. Its immediate trigger was a sharp currency collapse that pushed the Iranian rial to historic lows, eroding household purchasing power …
(2026-01-17). 15,000 nurses walk out on big-business hospitals in NYC. workers.org 
Some 15,000 nurses at the biggest and richest hospital empires in New York City walked out in what the New York State Nurses Association (NYNSA) is calling an "Unfair Labor Practice strike" that began at 6 a.m. on Jan. 12. It is the largest nurses' strike in the history of . . . |
(2026-01-17). Florida Venue Allegedly Keeps Bride's $7,600 Wedding Deposit After Her Fiancé Dies, You Won't Believe Their Response. theroot.com 
After Tye Hinson's wedding dreams came to a tragic end, the venue's response to her refund request sparked a viral debate.
(2026-01-17). "I support a general strike" : New York nurses call for broader struggle. wsws.org The WSWS spoke with nurses on the picket line and at a nearby hospital about the conditions they are struggling against and the calls for a general strike in Minneapolis and beyond…
(2026-01-17). Latest US sanctions target Houthi funding networks. newarab.com 
The United States has issued fresh sanctions targeting In a statement, the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control confirmed that 21 individuals and entities were targeted by the new sanctions, which it said were intended to disrupt revenue-generation and smuggling networks. | US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Iran-backed organisation "th…
(2026-01-17). The Stature of Sacrifice and the Abyss of Indignity. radiohc.cu History, in its inexorable march, often acts as a sieve that separates the wheat from the chaff, nobility from baseness. | The recent sacrifice of the 32 sons of Cuba, who fell in the line of duty on January 3, has not only left a physical void in their families and national mourning in the soul of the nation, but has also laid bare, with surgical starkness, the profound moral asymmetries that coexist in the contemporary world. | While the humble people mourn their martyrs, a phenomenon emerges from the digital sewers that, although predictable, is no less monstrous: the celebration of death, the mockery of the s…
(2026-01-17). Floods kill more than 100 across southern Africa as rains intensify. aljazeera.com Torrential rains have devastated communities from Mozambique to South Africa, displacing hundreds of thousands.
(2026-01-17). Clever Raccoon Brains Can Clarify Human Intelligence, Too. portside.org Clever Raccoon Brains Can Clarify Human Intelligence, Too |
(2026-01-17). 14 killed as truck plunges into dry canal in Sargodha fog. tribune.com.pk 
At least 14 people were killed and several others injured on Saturday after a truck crashed due to dense fog in Punjab's Sargodha district, rescue officials said. | The accident occurred near Ghalapur Bangla in Kot Momin tehsil, where visibility was extremely low because of heavy fog. A mini-truck veered off the road and fell into a dry canal, according to rescue officials. | Rescue authorities said seven people died at the scene, while the injured were rushed to nearby hospitals. Another seven people later died during treatment, raising the death toll to 14. | At the time of the accident, 23 people were trave…
(2026-01-17). Israeli forces arrest several in West Bank as teen laid to rest. newarab.com 
One Palestinian was injured on Saturday in an attack by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, while the Israeli army arrested four people in the occupied territory. | In the southern West Bank, local sources said a settler used pepper spray on Palestinian resident Issa Atiyat in The sources said the attack came after settlers released their livestock near Palestinian homes in the area. | In the town of Idna, west of Hebron, I…
(2026-01-17). A Peek At 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' Mansion That's Now Up for Sale! theroot.com 
The famous house from "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" is now on the market. Let's get into the coolness of the iconic mansion!
(2026-01-17). Friday Nite Videos | January 16, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | January 16, 2026 |
(2026-01-17). Alcaraz, Sabalenka target Australian Open glory. tribune.com.pk 
Carlos Alcaraz launches his bid for a career Grand Slam on Sunday "hungry" for an elusive Australian Open title, while Aryna Sabalenka is laser-focused on clinching a third Melbourne crown. | The first major of the year gets under way as a 15-day event for the third time running, aimed at cutting down on late-night finishes. | Top seed Alcaraz is desperate to win it, having failed to go past the quarter-finals in four previous trips to Australia. | The title is the only one missing from his major collection, which currently consists of two French Opens, two US Opens and two Wimbledons. | "This is my main goal…
(2026-01-17). Serie Nacional de Béisbol tiene su octavo pasajero: Leopardos rugirán en la postemporada. cubadebate.cu Los Leopardos de Villa Clara sellaron este sábado su clasificación a la etapa de eliminación directa de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol, convirtiéndose en el octavo y último equipo en lograrlo. La manada naranja cerró con broche de oro la fase clasificatoria al imponerse 2-0 a los Tigres de Ciego de àÅvila en el estadio Augusto César Sandino, resultado que definió el panorama completo de los playoffs.
(2026-01-17). Prorrogan exención de aranceles para importación sin carácter comercial de productos esenciales. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios (MFP) oficializó la prórroga de la exención arancelaria para la importación no comercial de productos esenciales. La disposición fue publicada en la Gaceta Oficial de la República, Edición Extraordinaria No. 17 del 17 de enero de 2025, mediante la Resolución No. 9 del citado organismo.
(2026-01-17). Los mejores memes de la humillación de Machado ante Trump. cubadebate.cu Si la palabra humillación se hiciera imagen, sería la foto de María Corina Machado regalando su medalla del Premio Nobel de la Paz a Donald Trump. La líder de la oposición venezolana fue recibida por el mandatario en la Casa Blanca y, como había anunciado, esta le regaló la insignia.
(2026-01-17). Holguín y el duelo antiimperialista. radiohc.cu 
Un mar de pueblo, compacto y silencioso, anegó este viernes el corazón de Holguín. Era el gesto solidario de una provincia, de una isla entera, despidiendo a sus hijos caídos. Treinta y dos combatientes, siete de ellos de esta tierra oriental, arrancados de la vida por la despiadada maquinaria de guerra del imperio. | El crimen ocurrió en suelo venezolano, en la hermana República Bolivariana, víctima permanente del acoso y la agresión de Washington. El merecido tributo tuvo lugar en un emblemático museo holguinero. | El escenario es simbólico: frente al Museo Provincial La Periquera, testigo momentos trascendenta…
(2026-01-17). Los mejores memes de la humillación de Machado ante Trump. cubadebate.cu Si la palabra humillación se hiciera imagen, sería la foto de María Corina Machado regalando su medalla del Premio Nobel de la Paz a Donald Trump. La líder de la oposición venezolana fue recibida por el mandatario en la Casa Blanca y, como había anunciado, esta le regaló la insignia.
(2026-01-17). Este domingo en Cuadrando la Caja, "Cuba bajo asedio: anatomía de una guerra económica" cubadebate.cu Este domingo, en el programa Cuadrando la Caja, reconocidos expertos y académicos analizarán diversos aspectos de la guerra económica a la que ha estado sometida Cuba durante más de sesenta años. øCuáles son sus mecanismos? øQué medidas implementó la administración Trump para asfixiar la economía del país?
(2026-01-17). Barcelona Enjoys a Good Run, Real Madrid Expects Boos at the Bernabéu. radiohc.cu Havana, January 16 (RHC) — Barcelona overcame Racing Santander's resistance and advanced in the Copa del Rey, while Real Madrid prepares to receive boos at their home of the Santiago Bernabéu. | Although today's news should focus on Baràßa's strong performance, which secured a 2-0 victory over Santander with goals from Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal, Real Madrid's troubles are drawing considerable attention. | After the so-called "Albacetazo," the unexpected 3-2 defeat against a second-division team like Albacete, the players' credibility has been shattered amid months of criticism regarding their lack…