(2026-01-23). Watch: Israeli drones drop incendiaries on refugee tents during Gaza 'ceasefire'. thecanary.co 
Israel continues to weaponise winter to starve and freeze Palestinian survivors of the Gaza genocide. But even that isn't enough to satisfy their bloodthirsty impulses. They continue to actively bomb and incinerate the improvised dwellings of displaced communities. The occupation is not even prepared to let freezing families keep what little shelter they have. They […] | By
(2026-01-23). China's Top Military Academy Courts Egyptian, Arab Elites. moderndiplomacy.eu The People's Liberation Army National Defense University (PLA NDU) plays a pivotal role in "military education diplomacy" to attract Egyptian and Arab military elites. This role has gained increasing momentum since the Gaza War (October 2023), as China seeks to present itself as a strategic security partner, either as an alternative or complement to Western …
(2026-01-23). Parliament to decide Pakistani troop deployment to Gaza: security sources. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government and Parliament will be the ones to decide whether Pakistan sends troops to become part of the proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza, security sources said on Friday. | Pakistan formally joined the Board of Peace, alongside around 20 other countries, at a signing ceremony held in Davos on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in the presence of United States President Donald Trump. | Read: Officials deny Pakistani troops will be deployed to Gaza | But the move drew criticism and objections from opposition parties, which warned of potential implications for joining…
(2026-01-23). Watch: pro-Israel CBS hack smears murdered Gaza colleague as terrorist. thecanary.co 
Pro-Israel hack Tony Dokoupil was installed as CBS front-man by Israel fanatic Bari Weiss after Zionist billionaire Larry Ellison bought it. And Dokoupil showed there is no competition between his willingness to parrot Israeli propaganda and any residual loyalty he might have to other CBS colleagues. Dokoupil presented a clip about Israel's murder of yet […] | By
(2026-01-23). Frozen billions to rebuild Gaza? Putin reveals talks to tap Russian assets held in US vaults | Watch. hindustantimes.com Putin said Russia will discuss using Russian sovereign assets frozen in the United States to help fund the reconstruction of Gaza, linking the idea to President Trump's "Board of Peace" initiative. Russian President signaled Moscow is ready to allocate $1 billion from those blocked funds, but noted the proposal would require US authorities to unfreeze the assets and that the legal mechanism still needs to be worked out, according to Russian officials and reports.
english.palinfo.com (2026-01-23). Asra Media Office: Torture of 2,000 Gaza detainees continues despite ceasefire
Nearly 2,000 detainees from Gaza continue to suffer torture and abuse in Israeli prisons and detention camps despite the ongoing ceasefire, the Asra Media Office reported on Friday. | | According to Asra's statement, the detainees were among more than 14,000 people who were arrested during the genocide war.
(2026-01-23). PM joins Trump at Davos for launch of 'Board of Peace'. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump kicked off his new "Board of Peace" at Davos on Thursday, with a signing ceremony for a body with a $1 billion membership fee and a host of invitees. | A group of leaders and senior officials from 19 countries — including Trump allies from Argentina and Hungary — gathered on stage with Trump to put their names to the founding charter of the body. | Pakistan signed the charter of the board as part of its ongoing efforts to support the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan. | Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed the document along with other world leaders including those fro…
(2026-01-23). On Cam: Trump hails board of peace as 'historic' step to end Gaza war: 'Every country wants in…'. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump on camera praised the creation of "Board of Peace," calling it a historic step toward ending the Gaza war. Claiming growing international momentum behind the initiative, Trump said multiple countries are eager to participate, projecting the body as a potential diplomatic framework to de-escalate the conflict and reshape future peace efforts in West Asia.
(2026-01-23). Australian, Palestinian lawyers seek police probe of Israeli president. aljazeera.com Legal groups says Australia obliged to investigate Israel's President Herzog for his role in genocidal war on Gaza.
(2026-01-23). Kerfuffle in NA as opposition slams govt over Gaza board. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's decision to join the US President Donald Trump-led Board of Peace on Gaza sparked a heated debate in the National Assembly on Thursday, with opposition parties accusing the government of bypassing parliament and questioning the credibility of a forum that includes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. | Lawmakers demanded disclosure of the board's terms and greater parliamentary oversight on foreign policy decisions, while the government defended the move as being in line with United Nations resolutions and Pakistan's long-standing support for Palestinian rights. | Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JU…
(2026-01-23). Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza is Distraction, not Solution. ummid.com Gaza does not suffer from a deficit of ideas, administrators, or plans. It suffers from occupation, siege, apartheid, and genocide.
english.palinfo.com (2026-01-23). Over 1,000 Israeli violations recorded in a week as West Bank and Jerusalem see sharp escalation
Israeli occupation forces (IOF) carried out 1,024 violations against Palestinians in the West Bank and Jerusalem over the past week, according to new documentation, underscoring a sharp escalation that left one Palestinian killed and dozens injured.
(2026-01-23). Kushner Reveals Dystopic Plan to Build Data Centers on Ruins of Gaza Genocide. 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…
(2026-01-23). Despite grandiose plans, his Gaza Board of Peace deflated to its natural proportions. haaretz.com The U.S. president's coalition is largely made up of authoritarian countries — members who declared that their only goal is to find a solution to the crisis in Gaza and promote the two-state solution. Kushner made it clear to Israel and Hamas: The era of the status quo is over…
(2026-01-23). Ahsan Iqbal defends Pakistan's decision to join Trump's Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Friday responded to remarks made by JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, defending Pakistan's decision to join the Board of Peace and emphasising that the country's participation strengthens efforts to support peace in Gaza and the broader Muslim world. | Pakistan accepted Trump's invitation to join his Board of Peace, a new international mechanism aimed at supporting the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan, a day ago. The Foreign Office did not provide details about the composition of the Board of Peace or its operational modalities, but officials indicated that the forum was…
(2026-01-23). Gaza war docudrama The Voice of Hind Rajab nominated for Academy Award. aljazeera.com The film draws on real audio from the 5-year-old's call with emergency services as her family came under Israeli fire.
(2026-01-23). Olga Cherevko showed the world happening in Gaza. Israel let her return. haaretz.com Olga Cherevko grew up on military bases in Siberia, belonged to a Christian cult in the U.S. and was sent by the UN to some of the toughest places in the world. None of that prepared her for what she saw in Gaza…
(2026-01-23). Who is Ali Shaath, head of 'Board of Peace' Gaza committee. newarab.com 
(2026-01-23). Israel massacres children, journalists in Gaza during "ceasefire" electronicintifada.net Israeli forces bulldoze UN compound in occupied East Jerusalem.
(2026-01-23). "Emperor" Trump's So-Called Board of Peace Erases Palestinians from Gaza Governance. democracynow.org 
As President Donald Trump formally inaugurated his so-called Board of Peace at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday, his son-in-law Jared Kushner presented his vision of turning the Gaza Strip into an upscale seaside resort with gleaming skyscrapers and entirely new cities. The proposal is said to require an investment of at least $25 billion, and Kushner's presentation showed a map of the besieged territory divided into different zones. This all comes as Palestinians in Gaza struggle to survive with little food or shelter amid ongoing Israeli restrictions on aid. | "It's…
(2026-01-23). Spain refuses Trump's invitation to join Gaza gangster board. thecanary.co 
As expected, Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez has confirmed that Spain will not participate in Donald Trump's new gangster 'board' overseeing the occupation and theft of Gaza. In a speech announcing the decision, Sánchez said that the board is not fit for purpose, criticised the exclusion of Palestinian people and their representatives and condemned Trump's […] | By
(2026-01-23). Larger Than Life Trump Portrait Overseas Epstein Birthday Card. indybay.org Located on the National Mall near the Capitol, the Trump birthday card for Jeffrey Epstein, is overseen by a massive two-story scowling Trump portrait in the background on the side of the US Department of Labor building.
(2026-01-23). Cuba Reaffirms Strategic Alliance With Venezuela. orinocotribune.com Cuba reaffirmed its support and solidarity for Venezuela and its people and government, as well as its decision to continue strengthening the historic bonds of brotherhood and cooperation that unites both nations. | This was stated by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel to Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez in a telephone conversation held on Thursday, January 22. | During the conversation, the Cuban pr…
(2026-01-23). Venezuela's weapons: solidarity, communes, militias. workers.org 
U.S. imperialism and Bolivarian Venezuela have been engaging in what has been called asymmetric warfare. For five months since August 2025, the enormous destructive power of a U.S. Navy warfleet bombed and destroyed more than 25 small boats and killed over 100 people, most civilians. In a world ruled by . . . |
(2026-01-23). Condemn the U.S. bombing of Venezuela! Free President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores NOW! iacenter.org CLICK HERE FOR PROTESTS IN THE UNITED STATES AND AROUND THE WORLD — CONTINUOUSLY UPDATED U.S. aggression against the sovereign country of Venezuela is nothing more or less than an act of piracy with not one iota of justification. It is a war crime against the people of Venezuela, against all the peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean and in the end is also a crime against the workers and oppressed peoples of the United States. Credit: Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network The current White House is occupied by a particularly vile and corrupt war criminal who is surrounded by sycophants with l…
(2026-01-23). The resistance to Trump is growing. cpusa.org 
Originally published in The kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro and military invasion of Venezuela by U.S. military units is a continuation of the Monroe Doctrine's legacy, heavily influenced by the Southern aristocracy's eagerness to expand slavery nearly two centuries ago. | The extension of slavery was precisely the issue that led to the American Civil War, the bloodiest in our country's history. | "The very places that are under attack are all [U.S.] spaces that are l…
(2026-01-23). Why Cuba Is Back on Washington's Regime-Change Agenda. fpif.org With Venezuela effectively neutralized as a regional adversary, Cuba has re-emerged as the next unresolved target of U.S. power in the Western Hemisphere. For the Trump administration, it represents an unfinished historical problem: a surviving challenge to U.S. hemispheric authority 90 miles from Florida. In response to the U.S. military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro in early January, President Trump publicly vowed to cut off Venezuelan oil and financial support to Cuba and warned Havana to "make a deal … before it is too late," intensifying pressure on an already fragile economy. | This sequencing ma…
(2026-01-23). Watch: Trump brags about capturing Maduro, defeating ISIS and NATO agreeing to 5% defence spending. hindustantimes.com At Davos on Day 2, Donald Trump leaned into a high‚Äëoctane victory lap on foreign policy, claiming credit for "capturing" Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, defeating ISIS, and pressuring NATO allies to agree to a 5% defence‚Äëspending benchmark. The remarks were framed as proof of Trump's "strength-first" approach—using coercive leverage, hard deadlines, and public pressure to force outcomes on adversaries and allies alike—while also signalling that his second-term agenda will keep prioritising security, burden-sharing, and rapid, headline-driven deals.
(2026-01-23). Roaming Charges: Are We Not Men? No, We Are DAVOS. counterpunch.org 
Trump left for the elite meet-and-greet at Davos in one of his manic phases. He'd just spent the previous two days trash-talking, bragging about his Venezuelan coup, boasting over pocketing the revenue from Venezuelan oil in offshore accounts, lobbing invasion threats against allies, brandishing new tariffs as if they were hypersonic weapons, badmouthing his rivals, trolling his political enemies, and serial-posting of memes depicting himself as the latest conquistador of the New World. The Re-Conquistador.
(2026-01-23). Venezuela, the Revival of Regime Change and the Decline of Empire. juancole.com (
(2026-01-23). Why Nicaragua Is Not Washington's Next War — Yet. popularresistance.org Since the US invasion of Venezuela on January 3rd and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro, Nicaragua's opposition figures — who enthusiastically identified with their confederates in Venezuela — have hoped that regime-change efforts in Caracas would encourage Washington to destroy Nicaragua's Sandinista government. | Republican senator Rick Scott thinks now is the time to "fix" Nicaragua as well Cuba. Commentator James Bosworth, a cheerleader for US imperialism, asks, "Why hasn't Trump gone after Ortega in Nicaragua?"
(2026-01-23). Attacks Against Venezuela and the Scramble for Oil and Cash. orinocotribune.com By José R. Cabañas Rodríguez — Jan 20, 2026 | The State of the Union address, which takes place every year in the plenary session of the US House of Representatives, is a political exercise that has been used for decades to present the executive branch's main proposals and concerns to the legislative branch. As political polarization has increased in that country, the staging has evolved into an exhibitionist platform, where, in addition to slogans, personalities are projected who appear the next day in the headlines of the main (mis)information media. | February 5, 2019, was the night Donald Trump took cent…
(2026-01-23). Stop the War on Venezuela! Free President Maduro and Cilia Flores! iacenter.org Stop the War on Venezuela! Free President Maduro and Cilia Flores! ABOLISH ICE! Join the International Online Mass Rally: January 25, 2 PM EST REGISTER in advance for the Rally: Click HERE (Includes link for Spanish Translation) Registration Now: tinyurl.com/handsoffvenezuelarally All Out for a Week of Protests: January 24 — January 31 To List Your Action: Click HERE Join The Week of Resistance (Jan. 23-31). We will escalate and amplify our demands through a coordinated force of visible opposition to the state's ongoing and intensifying violence both domestically and abroad. Understanding the nature of our…
(2026-01-23). Civiles en Venezuela también sintieron impacto de agresión. radiohc.cu El gobierno venezolano, encabezado por la presidenta encargada Delcy Rodríguez, atiende las víctimas civiles del ataque en gran escala de Estados Unidos del pasado tres de enero. | La embestida, que culminó con el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y su esposa Cilia Flores, fue descrita por la administración de Donald Trump como perfecta, enfilada solo contra objetivos militares. | Los reportes oficiales niegan esa versión, al reseñar ataques a zonas civiles, donde viven más de 20 mil personas. | La refriega fue desatada por los helicópteros estadounidenses contra asentamientos en Caracas, la capital, y en l…
(2026-01-23). Un médico y profesor en Guinea Bissau. radiohc.cu Una brigada médica cubana labora en Guinea Bissau desde 1986 y tiene la misión, no sólo de prestar asistencia médica, sino también de formar a profesionales del sector en la facultad de medicina Raúl Díaz Argàºelles. | Dentro de su claustro docente está el doctor Alexeis Calderín Vázquez, Especialista de Primer Grado en Medicina General Integral (MGI) y Profesor Asistente. Procede del poblado de Manacas, municipio Santo Domingo, provincia Villa Clara. | øHas tenido otras misiones fuera de Cuba con anterioridad? | ´Venezuela del 2010 al 2014. Me desempeñé inicialmente como médico de familia en c…
(2026-01-23). Siempre viva la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Cuba despierta solidaridad en el mundo, como ha quedado evidenciado una vez más, ante el discurso agresivo e injerencista del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, contra la nación caribeña. | Tras la violación de la soberanía de Venezuela y el secuestro de su presidente constitucional Nicolás Maduro, el inquilino de la Casa Blanca arremetió una vez más contra Cuba, con amenazas, incluída una posible agresión. | Gobiernos de distintos paises, como China, respaldaron a Cuba en la defensa de su soberanía y seguridad nacionales. | Asimismo, ciudadanos de diversas naciones y organizaciones políticas y sociales rep…
(2026-01-23). Un médico y profesor en Guinea Bissau. radiohc.cu Una brigada médica cubana labora en Guinea Bissau desde 1986 y tiene la misión, no sólo de prestar asistencia médica, sino también de formar a profesionales del sector en la facultad de medicina Raúl Díaz Argàºelles. | Dentro de su claustro docente está el doctor Alexeis Calderín Vázquez, Especialista de Primer Grado en Medicina General Integral (MGI) y Profesor Asistente. Procede del poblado de Manacas, municipio Santo Domingo, provincia Villa Clara. | øHas tenido otras misiones fuera de Cuba con anterioridad? | ´Venezuela del 2010 al 2014. Me desempeñé inicialmente como médico de familia en c…
(2026-01-23). Civiles en Venezuela también sintieron impacto de agresión. radiohc.cu El gobierno venezolano, encabezado por la presidenta encargada Delcy Rodríguez, atiende las víctimas civiles del ataque en gran escala de Estados Unidos del pasado tres de enero. | La embestida, que culminó con el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y su esposa Cilia Flores, fue descrita por la administración de Donald Trump como perfecta, enfilada solo contra objetivos militares. | Los reportes oficiales niegan esa versión, al reseñar ataques a zonas civiles, donde viven más de 20 mil personas. | La refriega fue desatada por los helicópteros estadounidenses contra asentamientos en Caracas, la capital, y en l…
(2026-01-23). Falleció el periodista y analista internacional Walter Martínez. cubadebate.cu El ministro del Poder Popular para la Comunicación e Información de Venezuela, Miguel Pérez Pirela, informó el fallecimiento del periodista Walter Martínez, figura emblemática del análisis geopolítico en la televisión venezolana. Martínez consolidó un estilo único, basado en el rigor académico y una gran capacidad para descifrar la política internacional.
(2026-01-23). Police arrest injured suspect after alleged shootout in Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk 
Police in Rawalpindi say one shooting suspect has been arrested and a stolen car and weapons recovered after an alleged encounter in the New Town area. | According to police, two men travelling in a car opened fire on a police team when officers signalled them to stop. During the exchange of fire, one suspect was injured and arrested, while the second managed to escape. | Read: Cop sets youth on fire over altercation | The arrested suspect has been identified as Adnan. Police say a car stolen two months ago from the New Town area was recovered from his possession. | A police constable, identified as Umair, was…
(2026-01-23). Call for end to arbitrary action against Madrasas. ummid.com Reacting to the landmark judgment delivered by Allahabad High Court on non-affiliated religious Madrasas, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Madani described the verdict as a clear affirmation of the supremacy of the Constitution of India and its core principles.
(2026-01-23). Whistleblowers Disclose Hidden DHS Policy That Encourages ICE Agents To Break Into Homes Without Warrants. portside.org Whistleblowers Disclose Hidden DHS Policy That Encourages ICE Agents To Break Into Homes Without Warrants |
(2026-01-23). Selective outrage and erosion of sovereignty. strategic-culture.su By Kweku AMPIAH | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Europe's collective response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has been…
(2026-01-23). Imagining the End of Capitalism. fpif.org Ever since the 1990s, when to the longstanding cooptation of the Western working class by social democracy was added the collapse of the Soviet Union and its satellites, the saying has been popular among the chattering classes that "it is easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of capitalism." As McKenzie Wark has noted, there was this weird consensus among both its partisans and its critics that "Capital is eternal. It goes on forever, and everything is an expression of its essence." | Lately, however, there have been attempts to meet the challenge of imagining the end of capitalism. | How Will C…
(2026-01-23). Trump Administration Considers Full Oil Blockade on Cuba. devdiscourse.com The Trump administration is deliberating on implementing a complete blockade on oil imports to Cuba, with the aim of inducing regime change in the Caribbean nation, according to reports by Politico.
(2026-01-23). Alcaraz dazzles in 100th Grand Slam match. tribune.com.pk 
Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff took a rocky path to the fourth round of the Australian Open on Friday but Carlos Alcaraz's road was paved with gold in his 100th Grand Slam match. | A day after 40-year-old Stan Wawrinka led a parade of yesterday's heroes into the third round, the TikTok generation had their moment in the Melbourne Park sun. | American 18-year-old Iva Jovic knocked out seventh seed Jasmine Paolini 6-2 7-6(3) while Canadian 19-year-old Victoria Mboko beat 14th seed Clara Tauson to book a last-16 blockbuster against twice-champion Sabalenka, a 7-6(4) 7-6(7) winner against Anastasia Potapova. | Alc…
(2026-01-23). Key development avenues for livestock farming in Klimovichi District outlined. eng.belta.by Livestock farming is one of the key development avenues for Klimovichi District, Head of the Belarus President Administration Dmitry Krutoi said during a working trip to Klimovichi District'é…
(2026-01-23). Huckabee defends Christian Zionism as after Jerusalem churches condemn ideology. haaretz.com The churches' statement against Christian Zionism, which it says 'misleads the public, sows confusion,' was reportedly triggered by a meeting between Huckabee and the founder of the Forum for Christian Enlistment in the Israeli military…
(2026-01-23). 18th AD Quran calligraphed in India on display at Makkah Museum. ummid.com The Museum of The Holy Quran in the Hira Cultural District of Makkah is showcasing a rare 18th century Quran calligraphed in India exemplifying Muslim devotion to the Holy Quran.
(2026-01-23). Genocide promoter Archie Gottesman targets Zohran Mamdani campaign pledge. electronicintifada.net JewBelong co-founder teams up with the Christian Broadcasting Network and Larry Huch Ministries.
(2026-01-23). Iraqi Gov't Agrees with US to Take Custody of 7,000 ISIL Fighters in Light of Syrian Instability. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Iraq is seeking custody of the captured ISIL (ISIS, Daesh) fighters who had been imprisoned by the Syrian Kurdish YPG forces. Some of these prisoners escaped recently when the fundamentalist Salafi Arab government in Damascus made a Blitzkrieg into eastern Syria, pushing out the YPG and seizing oil fields, towns, a dam, and vast territory. The Shiite-dominated government in Iraq does not like the new Syrian government of hard line ("Salafi") Sunni fundamentalists one little bit. Baghdad is petrified that instability in Syria will spill over into Iraq. And ISIL fighters escaping…
(2026-01-23). What Essential Oil Helps With Nausea? Everything You Need to Know. thecanary.co 
Feeling nauseous is one of the worst things in the world, especially if it's happening often. While there are some medications that can help, depending on the source of your nausea, some of them may not be a great fit or even advisable. Of course, you should always speak with a medical professional for nausea […] | By
(2026-01-23). Unilateralism not the solution to global challenges and won't make U.S. great again. ecns.cn A year ago this week, the United Nations announced that the United States would withdraw from the World Health Organization in January 2026, following a formal notification from the US leader. This decision is emblematic of a broader trend of US unilateralism that poses risks to global stability and cooperation.
(2026-01-23). China emerging as key hub for agricultural innovation, says Syngenta CEO. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies are reshaping how food is produced, and China is emerging as an increasingly important hub for agricultural innovation and R&D, Syngenta Group Chief Executive Officer Jeff Rowe told Xinhua in an interview on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026.
(2026-01-23). The Chris Hedges Report: Decolonizing The World. popularresistance.org Palestinian professor and activist Amin Husain knows what Western settler colonialism looks, sounds and feels like. Growing up in Palestine, Husain experienced the iron grip of Israeli force and came to understand how important it was to struggle against such a powerful imperial entity, even in the face of defeat. | In the United States, Husain applied his learned experience to organize and educate about how colonialism and imperialism not only exists in the modern world, but is intertwined in the economy and culture of the global capitalist world order.
(2026-01-23). Shanghai braces for record passenger numbers during Spring Festival. ecns.cn Record high travel demand is anticipated during this year's Spring Festival travel rush in Shanghai, with the city projected to handle approximately 49.15 million passenger trips.
(2026-01-23). Live: Maharashtra Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission is set to hold counting of votes in Mumbai and 28 other Municipal Corporations of the state today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-23). Friday 1/23: ICE Out for Good Mendocino Coast – MN Solidarity Day of Action. indybay.org 343 N Main St (sidewalk in front of Guest House Museum), Fort Bragg…
(2026-01-23). Friday 1/23: Demo at israeli consulate. indybay.org israeli consulate | 456 Montgomery St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-23). Scott Ritter: Getting it Wrong on Russia. consortiumnews.com Sy Hersh's new article "Putin's Long War," is bad for peace. When a reporter becomes hostage to his sources, the results are little more than weaponized propaganda. By Scott Ritter Real Scott Ritter Seymour Hersh, or Sy to those who know…
(2026-01-23). Latest addition to Shiziyang Bridge constructions brings main tower above 300 meters. ecns.cn The main tower of the under-construction Shiziyang Bridge surpassed the 300-meter mark on Thursday, after a segment of the bridge was successfully hoisted.The main tower of the under-construction Shiziyang Bridge, part of the key project of the Shiziyang Link in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, surpassed the 300-meter mark on Thursday, after a segment of the bridge was successfully hoisted.
(2026-01-23). Davos – Moscow – Abu Dhabi. What we know about the new round of negotiations on Ukraine. eng.belta.by In this BelTA's review, we break down the meetings in Davos and Moscow and look ahead to the upcoming talks in Abu Dhabi.
(2026-01-23). What happened in Syria? What will the next step be? uwidata.com The map in Syria has changed. The PKK/SDF, backed by the US for decades, has been forced to pull out of key strategic positions it has been controlling in northern Syria following a military operation launched by the Damascus government. Control over oil fields, border areas, and fertile agricultural land has now shifted to Damascus. …
(2026-01-23). Military is dumbing down to the detriment of national security. responsiblestatecraft.org This article is the latest installment in our Quincy Institute/Responsible Statecraft project series highlighting the writing and reporting of U.S. military veterans.
(2026-01-23). Uttar Pradesh Luminaries Set to Shine with Gaurav Samman Honors. devdiscourse.com In an inspiring initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to honor five distinguished figures with the 'Uttar Pradesh Gaurav Samman' at the Uttar Pradesh Day 2026 event. The event, spanning three days, will kick off on Saturday at the Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow under the distinguished presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
(2026-01-23). Nigeria Continues Path towards BRICS Membership and Independent Foreign Policy. globalresearch.ca In a recent statement, Nigeria's Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, announced the country's intention to join BRICS as a full member in the coming years. With over 230 million people and the largest GDP on the continent, the African nation has …
(2026-01-23). US retaliates against Sinn Féin for tentative anti-genocide moves. thecanary.co 
Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) MLA Jonathan Buckley has suggested that the decision of by a US company to withdraw from investment in the North of Ireland was in response to Sinn Féin's stance on so-called 'Israel's' genocide in Palestine. Addressing Sinn Féin's economy minister Caoimhe Archibald at Stormont's Committee for the Economy on Wed Jan […] | By
(2026-01-23). The "rupture in the world order" —World Economic Forum dominated by inter-imperialist conflict. wsws.org Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney painted a stark picture of a global capitalist system roiled by inter-imperialist rivalries and hurtling towards world war in a speech Tuesday to the World Economic Forum.
(2026-01-23). On Cam: NATO leader warns new world order is here as power politics replace rules at Davos summit. hindustantimes.com German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned that Europe is entering a "new era" of great‚Äëpower politics shaped by President Donald Trump's return, and urged EU leaders to prioritise de‚Äëescalation with Washington while preparing credible countermeasures if US pressure escalates. He argued that a transatlantic trade clash would hurt both sides, but stressed Europe must act more strategically and confidently—using negotiation first, while keeping tougher tools in reserve to defend European sovereignty and interests.
(2026-01-23). China urges Philippines to prevent officials 'stirring trouble'. ecns.cn China urged the Philippines on Thursday to refrain from indulging relevant officials to stir up trouble to avoid interrupting normal diplomatic exchanges between the two countries or causing greater damage to bilateral ties.
(2026-01-23). Balimwezo in the lead as official Kampala Mayoral race results delay. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Unofficial preliminary results from most centres across Kampala indicated that Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo of NUP led at most of them and is set to win the Kampala mayoral race. Counting continued into the night, with official results expected to be released this morning. Many candidates spent the night at the …
(2026-01-23). New York City Nurses strike continues. workers.org 
New York City January 17 — Coming off a Friday of well-below freezing temperatures as an arctic blast hit the eastern seaboard, the New York City nurses' strike, involving 15,000 nurses represented by the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA), entered its sixth day. At Mount Sinai Hospital, one of . . . |
(2026-01-23). Major urban renovation restores Xi'an's ancient moat. ecns.cn The comprehensive renovation project (phase II) in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, marked a historic milestone recently as the railway station section of the ancient moat was officially refilled with water.
(2026-01-23). USPS worker Christopher Montano, 46, dies after collapsing outside Illinois postal annex. wsws.org For more than a decade, postal workers have faced relentless speedup, mandatory overtime, short-staffing, the elimination of breaks, and a punitive monitoring regime.
(2026-01-23). They're Trying To Sneak Israel's President Into Australia Without Anti-Genocide Protests. thealtworld.com Israeli president Isaac Herzog is expected to visit Australia at the invitation of the Australian government, with anonymous sources
(2026-01-23). INTERNSHIP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (FIDH) – PERMANENT REPRESENTATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) – THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS. fidh.org CONTEXT :
| 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, (…) | – |
(2026-01-23). US, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators to meet in UAE for security talks. geo.tv 
Service members of the 92nd Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces hold artillery drills at a shooting range in an unknown location in eastern Ukraine, in this handout picture released December 17, 2021. — ReutersKremlin says diplomacy to end Ukraine war gained…
(2026-01-23). Nullify the Police State: The People's Veto to Rein in a Lawless Government. globalresearch.ca We are living through a period of open lawlessness at the highest levels of government.
(2026-01-23). N.J. expects up to 18 inches of snow this weekend. Department of Transportation officials say the state is 'absolutely ready'. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for parts of the Garden State this weekend. Meteorologist Alex Staarmann with the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, said the system moving across the country is expected to become a major snowstorm, but a mixed precipitation changeover for a period of time is possible. | "We are closely monitoring the potential for a changeover to a wintry mix, especially across the southern…
(2026-01-23). As New York nurses' strike reaches a critical junction, workers and physicians across the US call for broader struggle. wsws.org As negotiations resume under mediation, New York City nurses remain on strike amid escalating retaliation by hospital management, including unlawful terminations and the use of strikebreakers.
(2026-01-23). Ukraine, Russia and U.S. to hold first trilateral talks in UAE. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Thursday that representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the United States will hold their first trilateral talks since the start of the war, meeting in the United Arab Emirates on January 23 and 24, in what he described as a potential opening to revive stalled peace efforts.Speaking on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Zelenskyy said the discussions would take place at a technical level and are being brokered by Washington, following what he called a "productive" bilateral meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.The talks are expecte…
(2026-01-23). Awami Theatre Festival 2026 opens at Arts Council Karachi, Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
The Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi, has launched its 25-day Awami Theatre Festival 2026, offering a month-long programme of free performances across Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Seraiki, Balochi and Memon. The festival opened on Tuesday with the Urdu play Seedhi Jaleebi, which tells the story of a Khawaja Sira who sacrifices everything to help a young boy become an actor. | Sindh's Minister for Culture and Tourism, Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, attended the opening ceremony as chief guest, alongside Arts Council President Mohammad Ahmed Shah, Chairman of the Drama Committee Shehzad Raza Naqvi, Secretary Ejaz Farooqi, a…
(2026-01-23). Expert compares Belarusian, Ukrainian leadership approaches to coping with heavy snow. eng.belta.by Speaking about the experience of handling the aftermath of heavy snow, Nikolai Azarov shared a situation he encountered while heading the government.
(2026-01-23). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-23). Snowfall paralyses Pakistan's northern regions, kills two in Balochistan. tribune.com.pk 
Severe snowfall across the country's upper areas has paralysed daily life, leaving tourists stranded and claiming two lives in a traffic accident caused by slippery road conditions. | Heavy snowfall has severely disrupted life across the upper regions, according to Express News. Link roads remain closed at multiple locations, trapping both local populations and tourists, while intense cold and hazardous driving conditions continue to hamper traffic flow. | Northern Balochistan remains in the grip of a continuing snowstorm. Dozens of vehicles are stranded on the Quetta—Ziarat highway, with over 100 tourist…
(2026-01-23). Economic recovery continues to improve steadily. sanews.gov.za Economic recovery continues to improve steadily | While government's efforts to support economic recovery are gaining momentum, more need to be done to significantly reduce unemployment. | This is according to the Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa. | "South Africa is making progress, but more must be done to ensure economic recovery translates into jobs, income, and improved well-being for all," the Minister said on Friday in Pretoria. | She was providing an update on government's performance against the Medium-Term Development Plan (MTDP) 2024—2029 for…
(2026-01-23). TikTok establishes new U.S. joint venture to avoid American ban. ecns.cn TikTok announced on Thursday the establishment of a joint venture, TikTok U.S. Data Security Joint Venture LLC (TikTok USDS JV), a new entity with majority American ownership. The company will manage data protection, algorithm security, content moderation and software assurance for TikTok's U.S. operations.
(2026-01-23). Liverpool on the up as new signings hit form: Slot. tribune.com.pk 
Liverpool boss Arne Slot believes the Reds will only get better in the years to come as a huge outlay on young talent in the transfer market begins to bear fruit. | Hopes of retaining the Premier League title were high at the start of the season after Liverpool splashed out nearly £450 million ($605 million) on new signings. | But bar some bright moments from Hugo Ekitike, the new faces struggled in the opening months of the season. | Alexander Isak has been beset by injuries since his British transfer record £125 million move from Newcastle and will miss most of the rest of the campaign with a bro…
(2026-01-23). McLaren partially wins UK lawsuit. tribune.com.pk 
McLaren Racing on Friday won part of its lawsuit against four-times IndyCar champion Alex Palou over his aborted move to the team, with London's High Court ruling the reigning Formula One world champions were owed around $12 million. | McLaren Racing, which runs the reigning Formula One world champions and the Arrow McLaren team in U.S.-based IndyCar sued Palou after his move fell apart three years ago. | McLaren have emerged as a dominant force in Formula One, with Lando Norris winning the drivers' title last year as the team won the constructors' title. | Their IndyCar team, however, are relatively new and P…
(2026-01-23). US officially withdraws from the World Health Organization. aljazeera.com US health secretary, secretary of state announce that Washington completes the process of WHO withdrawal.
(2026-01-23). Can the Kiev regime really kill 50,000 Russian soldiers per month. infobrics.org According to the latest updates from a NATO propaganda asset Mediazona, the total number of confirmed Russian losses is just over 163,000, up from 93,000 KIA listed at the end of 2024. This would mean that the Russian military's casualties grew by approximately 6,000 per month during 2025, nearly six times less than what the Neo-Nazi junta is claiming.
(2026-01-23). Trump threats against Fed chief trigger rare global response. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-23). Public warned against using transformer oil on the body. sanews.gov.za Public warned against using transformer oil on the body | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment (DFFE) has urged the public to refrain from applying transformer oil or any other electrical equipment oil to the body or for any other non-industrial purpose. | Such oils may contain Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) — toxic chemicals that pose serious risks to human health and the environment. | PCBs are a group of man-made organic chemicals that were largely manufactured between 1929 and 1989 and widely used as coolants in oil containing electrical equipment such as electric transformers and ca…
(2026-01-23). Belarus to raise minimum subsistence budget on 1 February. eng.belta.by The new minimum subsistence budget will be valid until 30 April 2026.
(2026-01-23). Safe Haven: Kurdish refugees' story told at Arcola Theatre. newarab.com 
"No friends but the mountains," a well-worn Kurdish adage goes. With no dependable allies in their neighbours or abroad, Kurds have throughout their history had to seek sanctuary from crackdown or the opportunity to regroup in the fight for greater autonomy by moving into the mountains. | But these mountains can also be inhospitably cold and cruel, an interminably tall and rugged barrier that bars them from more permanent safety. | After
(2026-01-22). China's EV charging facilities top 20 million. ecns.cn According to data released Wednesday by the National Energy Administration (NEA), the total number of charging facilities has exceeded 20.09 million, supporting a fleet of more than 40 million new energy vehicles.
(2026-01-23). Trump Sets up His Own United Nations, "A New Mafia Club" : A Dangerous Echo of the 1930s. globalresearch.ca With the establishment of his own "Peace Council", Donald Trump is smashing the international legal order to pieces.
(2026-01-23). The Police States of America. consortiumnews.com The U.S. government, like authoritarians throughout history, is seeking to silence the speech it hates and fears, writes Judge Andrew P. Napolitano. By Andrew P. Napolitano In recent days, the government in America has not only failed to protect the freedom…
(2026-01-23). United Nations has prolonged Jewish-Arab conflict since 1974. onlineopinion.com.au The UN chose oratory over peace in 1974. Abba Eban warned where that path leads. Fifty years on, his forgotten solution still challenges the stalemate.
(2026-01-23). Potential of Beijing-Helsinki relations hailed ahead of Finnish PM's visit. ecns.cn China is willing to work with Finland to deepen cooperation in areas including the green transition, information technology and the digital economy, a Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said on Thursday, following confirmation of Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's upcoming visit to China.
(2026-01-23). UAE utility withdraws from Yemen, transfers solar plants to govt. newarab.com 
Abu Dhabi-based Global South Utilities (GSU) has completed the handover of two solar power plants in Yemen to the country's Public Electricity Corporation after Yemeni authorities requested the withdrawal of all Emirati companies from the country, the company said in a statement. | GSU informed the Public Electricity Corporation of the evacuation of all operations and maintenance teams from the Aden solar power plant, which has capacity of 120 megawatts (MW), and the 53 MW Shabwa solar power plant in a letter dated January 22, its statement said. | "Global South Utilities did not suspend operations unilaterally o…
(2026-01-23). Pathfinder Group champions women empowerment at WEF. tribune.com.pk 
The Pathfinder Group hosted a focused high-level session titled "Women Empowerment, Financial Inclusion & Family Healthcare" at the Pakistan Pavilion during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, said a press release on Thursday. | The session was hosted by Dr Huma Baqai, Senior Vice Chairperson of the Karachi Council on Foreign Relations (KCFR) and Rector of the Millennium Institute of Technology Entrepreneurship (MiTE). Hend Alhinnawi, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Humanitarian Tracker, was the chief guest. | The event brought together policymakers, development practition…
(2026-01-23). Israel allows residents of 18 extra settlements to carry weapons. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir approved the issuance of gun licences to residents of 18 extra illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, Israeli Channel 12 reported Thursday."The importance of the decision lies in the fact that these settlements will now be able to submit applications for a personal weapon licence," Ben-Gvir posted on Telegram on Wednesday.He claimed that the reason is to "enhance self-defence and increase personal security."This comes amid orders by Netanyahu's government to expand illegal outposts that undermine prospects for a two-state solution.According to…
(2026-01-23). Saturday 1/24: Houseless People Create a Real Solution to Homelessness in San Francisco. indybay.org 3990 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-23). Meet Vijay Ubale: AIMIM Group Leader in Mumbai Mahanagar Palika. ummid.com Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has appointed Vijay Tatoba Ubale as the Party's Group Leader (Gut Neta) in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Mumbai Municipal Corporation or BMC).
(2026-01-23). murky government lays the groundwork for an all-Israeli Stasi. haaretz.com Below the radar, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and MK Simcha Rothman are preparing to establish a police unit to persecute government critics ‚ñ On the eve of a High Court hearing on shuttering Army Radio, the attorney general is helping the justices to see the big picture ‚ñ The repercussions of MK Gadi Eisenkot's plan…
(2026-01-23). Greenland, Trump and Artificial Intelligence. globalresearch.ca The claim that the United States wants Greenland for national security doesn't fully explain what's been happening behind the scenes. Many believe that the real attraction isn't missiles or Arctic defence, but land, climate, minerals and control. Greenland offers something …
(2026-01-23). The Putin regime and the consolidation of a new imperialist state in Russia. links.org.au 
Florence Oppen — Russia's imperialist economy today is a case study in the principle of combined and uneven development.
(2026-01-22). Putin starts meeting with Witkoff, Kushner. ecns.cn Russia's President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, Jan 22, 2026.
(2026-01-23). Trump Board Of Peace Divides World Bid To Counter UN Failing? gilbertdoctorow.com "Today's Big Debate" on News X Live, 22 January"The Big Debate" was aired live at prime time in India (9pm) yesterday. However, there was a wide time differential with the cities where each of the three panelists from abroad weas based: 4.30 pm in Brussels, 11.30 pm in Hong Kong and 10.30 am in Washington, …
(2026-01-23). Does Your Strength Stay Same After Break from Working Out? ummid.com Let us understand what really happens when you stop training, take a break from working out, and how it affects your strength.
(2026-01-23). Trump's hands seen bruised in new photos. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump's bruised hand, as he attends a charter announcement for his Board of Peace initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts, alongside the 56th annual World Economic Forum , in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-01-23). MCBC Calls for Transparency and Accountability Following Fatal Police Shooting of Ronald Tinsley, II. indybay.org Community Leaders Calling for Truth, Due Process, and Community Trust in the Wake of Police Use of Deadly Force…
(2026-01-23). White House caught manipulating photo of Black woman protesting ICE. thecanary.co 
The White House has published a digitally altered photo of a Black woman after her arrest at a protest. The AI-doctored image showed her crying dramatically, when in truth she was perfectly composed. Likewise, the fake photo also made her skin darker. Worse still, the White House now appears to have admitted to doctoring the […] | By
(2026-01-23). The iron duo: Robots help secure power veins on central China's icy peaks. ecns.cn On the frozen peaks of Niuji Mountain near Suizhou City, a battle against nature is unfolding. As a brutal cold wave gripped central China this week, thick layers of ice threatened to snap the 800-kilovolt Shan-Wu line — a critical energy artery that channels power from the north to the south.
(2026-01-23). 658 runaway children intercepted at Pakistan Railway Stations in 2025. tribune.com.pk 
At least 658 children ran away from their homes and were intercepted at railway stations across Pakistan in 2025, many citing hunger, lack of basic necessities and corporal punishment at home and in schools, according to data released by the Pakistan Railways Police. | Official data shared with The Express Tribune shows that during 2025, railway police intercepted 658 runaway children across the country, including 413 boys and 245 girls, who had reached various railway stations after fleeing their homes. All were later reunited with their families. | The group included girls aged between 15 and 18 and boys age…
(2026-01-23). 'Man of many moods'. Expert assesses consistency of Trump's policy. eng.belta.by The expert explained the policy pursued by Donald Trump using the situation surrounding Greenland as an example. He noted that the development of events in this case is difficult to predict.
(2026-01-23). Is NATO a myth? Zelensky questions Europe's will, says 'if US walks away, alliance fails…' | Watch. hindustantimes.com Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking at Davos, questioned whether NATO can hold together if the United States steps back, warning that Europe's security still depends heavily on Washington's commitment. He argued Europe must show stronger political will and faster defense readiness, framing the moment as a stress test for the alliance's credibility and deterrence.
(2026-01-23). Gold jumps to $4,923 per ounce as local prices hit all-time high. tribune.com.pk 
Prices of gold and silver surged to record levels in both international and local markets on Friday. In the global bullion market, the price of gold rose sharply by $91 per ounce, reaching a new high of $4,923 per ounce. | In the domestic market, the price of gold per tola increased by Rs9,100 to a record Rs514,662, while the price per 10 grams rose by Rs7,802 to Rs441,239. | Silver also saw significant gains, with the price per tola climbing Rs372 to Rs10,275, and the price per 10 grams rising from Rs319 to Rs8,809. | Read: Gold per tola drops Rs800 as bullion prices slide | On Thursday, gold and silver price…
(2026-01-23). Saturday 1/24: SLV Voices for Democracy. indybay.org Hwy 9 & 236, Boulder Creek…
(2026-01-23). Russia, Ukraine to tackle land dispute at UAE talks; no sign of compromise. tribune.com.pk 
Ukrainian and Russian negotiators will tackle the vital issue of territory during two days of talks in Abu Dhabi starting on Friday, each side said, with no sign of a softening of their positions to end the four-year war. | Ukraine is under mounting pressure from the United States to reach a peace deal in the war triggered by Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, with Moscow demanding Kyiv cede its entire eastern industrial area of Donbas before it stops fighting. | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the territorial dispute would be a top priority of the next round of talks in the United Arab…
(2026-01-23). How Vietnam's Party Congress Picks the Country's Next Leaders. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's ruling Communist Party is concluding its 14th five-yearly national congress, a tightly choreographed political event that determines the country's top leadership and sets policy priorities through 2030. About 1,600 delegates, representing more than 5 million party members, gather to endorse senior appointments and approve long-term economic and political goals. The congress comes at a …
(2026-01-23). Putin meets US envoys for midnight talks as Ukraine settlement hinges on key issue. scmp.com Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the settlement in Ukraine with US President Donald Trump's envoys during marathon overnight talks, and the Kremlin insisted that the territorial issue needs to be resolved to reach a peace deal. | The Kremlin meeting, which lasted past 3am on Friday, came hours after Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky sharply criticised his European allies Thursday for what he cast as their slow and fragmented response to Russia's nearly four-year full-scale invasion…
(2026-01-23). Trinidad and Tobago: Kamla to the Hague. orinocotribune.com By Macdonald Stainsby — Jan 20, 2026 | Often times, the perfidy of the very vulnerable leaders of small island nations gets no mention in larger affairs of the planet at all. When their corruption is visible— such as how they are the only nations on the planet who regularly vote with the US at the UN for the continued starvation of Cuba, or when they allow imperialist military bases larger than their indigenous populations to occupy their lands— we often attribute these weak showings to them having "no choice" and essentially being property that still gets a national flag. | But you can't quite g…
(2026-01-23). Preserving The Legacy Of Martin Luther King And The Black Radical Tradition. popularresistance.org Last week, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026. The bill provides roughly $6.77 billion for the State Department's Foreign Military Financing (FMF) program, which includes at least $3.3 billion in grants for Israel that would be disbursed within 30 days of the bill's enactment for the specific purpose of increasing the zionist ethnostate's advanced weapons systems, which will further assist in its "Greater Israel" pogrom of genocide, ethnic cleansing, and ever more lan…
(2026-01-23). Bay Area Kurds Protest Oppression by Turkish and Syrian States. indybay.org Kurds fought alongside U.S. military forces in the fight against ISIS, yet are now being slaughtered…
(2026-01-23). Minneapolis's 2020 Uprising Laid an Abolitionist Groundwork for ICE Resistance. truthout.org Organizers in Minneapolis are in a whirlwind right now. We are facing what appears to be — so far — the biggest deployment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) cops in one city in the agency's existence. The brutality and ubiquity of the agents have become central features of the city's life, as have the massive networks of resistance and protection being built in opposition to them. |
(2026-01-23). China's births plunge, Trump's Greenland pledge in Davos: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Baby bust: China births plunge 17% in 2025 to historic low as population shrinks…
(2026-01-23). Trump launches lawfare-war on Minnesota state govt as autopsy exposes Renee horror. thecanary.co 
Lawyers working for the family of Renee Good, the Minnesota woman murdered by ICE thug Jonathan Ross, have released details of an independent autopsy on Good's body. At the same time, the Trump regime — which has smeared Good as a 'domestic terrorist' and protected her murderer, has declared war on leading state and city […] | By
(2026-01-23). MTZ adopts 3D scanning technology. eng.belta.by To date, the department's specialists have scanned about 15 standard product types and are now ready to disseminate the experience of using 3D scanning technology across the entire plant and conduct relevant training for department employees.
(2026-01-23). If Europe doesn't reverse course, it will self-destruct. strategic-culture.su By Michael DORSTEWITZ | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | By turning its back on Western values, Europe is on a fast track to suicide…
(2026-01-23). US retaliates against Sinn Féin for tentative anti-genocide moves. thecanary.co Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) MLA Jonathan Buckley has suggested that the decision of by a US company to withdraw from investment in the North of Ireland was in response to Sinn Féin's stance on so-called 'Israel's' genocide in Palestine. Addressing Sinn Féin's economy minister Caoimhe Archibald at Stormont's Committee for the Economy on Wed Jan […] | By
(2026-01-23). High-Stakes Ukraine-Russia Talks in Abu Dhabi. devdiscourse.com The inaugural session of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, facilitated by the United States, wrapped up on Friday in Abu Dhabi. A source familiar with the proceedings confirmed the meeting but withheld specific information.
(2026-01-23). For Canaan Palestine, olive oil is a form of resistance. newarab.com 
Olive oil sits at the centre of Palestinian cuisine — and for Founded by anthropologist
(2026-01-23). The military is babying F-35s to hide their true cost to taxpayers. responsiblestatecraft.org Are the military services babying the F-35 to obscure its true costs while continuing to get enormous sums of taxpayer funding for a plane that has consistently failed to live up to performance expectations?From the very beginning, the F-35 program has been plagued by hundreds of billions of dollars in
(2026-01-23). China's AI edge driven by scale and openness: Moonshot AI president. ecns.cn China's openness to new technologies has repeatedly enabled it to absorb and translate innovation across successive waves of technological change, said Moonshot AI President Zhang Yutong at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, during a panel discussion with CGTN anchor Guan Xin.
(2026-01-23). Special Address by Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada at World Economic Forum. portside.org Special Address by Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada at World Economic Forum |
(2026-01-23). Schnitzel-fuelled Kane has Bayern hungry for history. tribune.com.pk 
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane revealed a hidden motivation behind his brilliant season with the German giants ⚪ a schnitzel for every goal he scores. | After chalking up the best opening half of a campaign in Bundesliga history, Kane's Bayern host Bavarian rivals Augsburg on Saturday. | With just one loss in 29 games, Bayern have their sights set on a historic third treble, more than any other team in Europe. | In the Bundesliga, Bayern have dropped just four points, equalling the best return at this stage of a season, and have scored a record 71 goals at an average of 3.94 per game. | They sit 11 points c…
(2026-01-23). Edward Isingoma wins as NRM loses City Mayoral and LCV races in Hoima. independent.co.ug 
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has suffered a major political setback in Hoima City after its flag bearer and incumbent mayor, Brian Kaboyo, was voted out in a fiercely contested mayoral race. Kaboyo lost to Edward Isingoma, an Independent candidate and current City Council Speaker, in an election that …
(2026-01-23). PSX scales new peak as KSE-100 settles above 189,000. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's stock market achieved a remarkable milestone on the final day of the trading week as the Karachi Stock Exchange crossed 189,000 mark on Friday. | PSX notched another all-time high close, with the KSE-100 Index settling at 189,167, up 1,479 points (+0.79%). | "During the AM session, the market remained range-bound between 187—188k," said Ali Najib, Deputy Head of Trading at Arif Habib Ltd. "However, momentum accelerated in the PM session, as rumors of a potential stock split in FFC fueled buying interest, pushing the index past 189k to a record close." | On the macro front, the SPI for the week…
(2026-01-23). Wawrinka relishing marathon matches at AO. tribune.com.pk 
The Australian Open third round continues on Saturday with defending champions Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys in action while the brutal Melbourne heat has forced organisers into an early start. | Former champions Novak Djokovic, Naomi Osaka and Stan Wawrinka are playing in the night session. | Wawrinka v Fritz | Wildcard Stan Wawrinka is savouring every moment of his farewell Australian Open, even after grinding through another five-set thriller that has left the 40-year-old Swiss veteran with nearly eight hours of court time already under his belt. | The 2014 champion, who throughout his career has thrived w…
(2026-01-23). US officers detain 5-year-old boy as Minnesota immigration raids continue. aljazeera.com School superintendent says the child was 'essentially' used 'as bait' to apprehend his father, who is seeking asylum.
(2026-01-23). Luxury brands debut at renovated Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing. ecns.cn Several global luxury brands, including Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Tiffany &Co., have opened flagship stores at Beijing's Taikoo Li Sanlitun following the completion of a major phase of the shopping district's renovation, Beijing News reported on Thursday.
(2026-01-23). The Dynamics of the India—Russia Partnership — Interview. infobrics.org Executive President of the Indian Business Alliance (IBA), Sammy Manoj Kotwani, discusses the landmark moment in deepening Russian-Indian collaboration…
(2026-01-23). Wednesday 1/28: WTO/99 Feature Documentary @ Roxie Theater. indybay.org Roxie Theater | 3125 16th Street, | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-01-23). US 'armada' heading towards Iran as tensions remain high. scmp.com US President Donald ‚ÄåTrump said on Thursday that the United States has an "armada" heading towards Iran but hoped he would not have to use it, as ‚he renewed warnings to Tehran against killing protesters or restarting its nuclear programme. | US officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and several guided-missile destroyers would arrive in the Middle East in the coming days.
(2026-01-23). Greenland galvanises Europe to confront new US reality. tribune.com.pk 
Europe may have rallied to see off President Donald Trump over Greenland, but its leaders recognise the confrontation is unlikely to be the last in dealings with his increasingly strident version of the United States. | The stakes could hardly be higher, given the $2 trillion trading relationship between the European Union and the US and the dominant role Washington continues to play in the Nato alliance and in support of Ukraine against Russia. | This week, in the space of a few hours at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Trump first ruled out taking Greenland by force and then removed the th…
(2026-01-23). Europe gets 'green energy'. These Southern towns get dirty air. grist.org 
It almost felt like old times for the friends and family gathered at Robert Weatherspoon's house. The living room couches and chairs were filled, a football game was on the TV, and the aroma of bacon and butter beans drifted in from the kitchen. | What was missing was Weatherspoon's voice. While his friends usually bring the food or cook during get-togethers, Weatherspoon is counted on to supply the laughs. The 67-year-old with an expressive, cherubic face has a reputation for devastating one-liners, off-color game commentary, and stories — skewed somewhat for comedic effect — about people everybod…
(2026-01-23). Delhi Nursery Admission 2026 First List Today: How and Where to Check. ummid.com The First Merit List (Selection List) for the Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27 – Pre-school (Nursery), Pre-Primary (KG), and Class 1, for Open Seats will be published by the private and unaided schools operating in the National Capital today i.e. Friday January 23, 2026, according to the Delhi School Admission Schedule released earlier.
(2026-01-23). UN Rights Council to Hold Emergency Session on Iran Protest Crackdown. moderndiplomacy.eu The United Nations Human Rights Council will hold an emergency session on Friday to address what it described as "alarming violence" used by Iranian authorities against protesters, as a group of states push for alleged abuses to be documented for possible future trials. At least 50 countries backed the call for the special session, according …
(2026-01-23). Volfovich: President personally puts units on combat alert. eng.belta.by "The specific feature [of the ongoing inspection of the Armed Forces] is that the president is personally putting military units on combat alert, bypassing the Defense Ministry and the General Staff," said Aleksandr Volfovich.
(2026-01-23). Putin Signals Progress with U.S. but Says Territory Is Central to Peace. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia said it will hold three-way security talks with the United States and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi on Friday following a late-night meeting in Moscow between President Vladimir Putin and three U.S. envoys. The talks, which lasted around four hours, were described by the Kremlin as "substantive, constructive and very frank," but Russian officials stopped …
(2026-01-23). From Instinct to Theory: A Left in Search of Itself. counterpunch.org 
Having spent roughly half my life in a socialist system (with Yugoslav characteristics), I am nonetheless struck by how few consistent leftists remain today in my region. Honestly, I even struggle to define myself — beyond the broad label of a leftist. The events that unfolded in my (now defunct) homeland were of such magnitude that there was barely any space left for ideological debate. Burdened by war, hatred, fear, and plunder, we slipped almost unnoticed into the phase euphemistically called "transition." According to our Western mentors (who were quick to brand us barbarians for a war they themselves h…
(2026-01-23). China launches nationwide employment assistance program. ecns.cn Nine central departments in China have initiated a three-month employment assistance program aimed at increasing incomes for laid-off workers, flexible workers and rural laborers.
(2026-01-23). ICE arrests toddler as 'bait' to detain father — with VP Vance defending their thuggery. thecanary.co 
ICE raiders in Minnesota have arrested a 5-year-old boy, Liam Conejo Ramos, using him as 'bait' to trap his father as he returned home from pre-school. The ICE 'agents' abducted Liam from a running car outside of the family's home drive. Furthermore, the egregious actions of depraved ICE agents has led to widespread scrutiny and […] | By
(2026-01-23). Employment and Labour moves to bolster worker protection. sanews.gov.za Employment and Labour moves to bolster worker protection | The Department of Employment and Labour has taken decisive steps to strengthen worker protection and close long-standing compliance gaps across key sectors, including security, municipalities and the creative industries. | In a statement on Thursday, the department said it has officially withdrawn the 2003 Variation Notice that previously excluded the application of Section 34A of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), which governs the payment of employee benefit fund contributions. | The withdrawal restores the authority of labour inspectors to…
(2026-01-23). Carney's speech at Davos finally signalled a rejection of Trump. thecanary.co 
In a packed hall at the World Economic Forum in Davos this January, Canadian prime minister Mark Carney delivered a pivotal speech. Drawing on the words of Czech dissident Václav Havel, Carney's speech, titled Principled and Pragmatic: Canada's Path drew a powerful parallel between the fading "rules-based international order" and the mechanisms that sustained the […] | By
(2026-01-23). DeSmog Backfires Again (fundraising help for 'skeptic' organizations?). wattsupwiththat.com An activist website called Desmog published an article attempting to attack The Heartland Institute. Instead, it exposed just how far our influence now reaches. The article maps Heartland's growing network across the UK and Europe. What was meant as a smear reads more like a progress report, documenting how our ideas are shaping energy and climate debates far beyond the United States.
(2026-01-23). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-23). Connecticut: Prospect Medical Holdings bankruptcy devastates care at 3 safety-net hospitals. wsws.org Prospect filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2025, leaving a trail of broken equipment, more than $100 million in unpaid state taxes, and devastating patient care, leaving safety-net institutions like Manchester Memorial, Rockville General and Waterbury Hospital reeling from long-term neglect and infrastructure gaps.
(2026-01-23). Sunday 1/25: Wood Street Commons Basic Needs Outreach – Come Volunteer (Oakland). indybay.org San Pablo Ave & West Grand Ave | Oakland, CA | BART: 19th Station ⚪ walk 1 block on 19th, then 6 blocks up San Pablo…
(2026-01-23). Pakistan Idol's 'Baraat Round' brings all the shaadi season vibes. tribune.com.pk 
Shadi season is in full swing, and this week's Baraat Round on Pakistan Idol captured the vibe perfectly! It was a full-on celebration of shadi feels, music, and memories, the kind that gets everyone on their feet. | We loved every moment of it, and without even trying, Pakistan Idol ended up giving us the ultimate shaadi-season playlist. The episode featured a heartfelt special performance by Sara Raza Khan, whom you might remember from Sur Kshetra, adding an emotional touch to the night. Packed with crowd-pleasing classics and high-energy moments, here are the five performances we enjoyed the most this week.
(2026-01-23). Charity Commission confirms that charities don't need to rush to abandon trans-inclusion. thecanary.co 
The Charity Commission for England and Wales has confirmed that charities are within their rights to wait for statutory guidance before abandoning their trans-inclusive policies. It also called for improved clarity from the government, as the lack of guidance on trans policies is damaging the charity sector. After the Supreme Court ruling that the meaning […] | By
(2026-01-22). China's sacred revolutionary sites Zunyi, Yan'an to be connected by high-speed rail. ecns.cn The high-speed train ride from Zunyi to Yan'an will take just eight hours and 49 minutes, a big improvement compared to the original train, which took more than 16 hours.
(2026-01-23). Trump Claims 'Total Access' Greenland Deal as NATO Presses Allies on Arctic Security. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump said the United States had secured "total and permanent" access to Greenland under a framework discussed with NATO, marking a sharp change in tone after days of threatening tariffs on Europe and refusing to rule out taking the Arctic island by force. Trump portrayed the understanding as open-ended and highly favourable to …
(2026-01-23). Nekima Levy Armstrong Jailed After Protesting ICE Official Who Also Serves as Pastor in St. Paul. democracynow.org 
The Justice Department said Thursday that it had arrested three people in Minnesota who interrupted a church service in St. Paul to protest a pastor's role as a local ICE official. The activists involved in the protest now face charges under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, a law written to protect abortion clinics. | One of the arrestees, civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong, had her appearance digitally altered in a photo posted online by the White House to make it look like she was crying while handcuffed. Her attorney, Jordan Kushner, tells Democracy Now! that Justice Department off…
(2026-01-23). Jeremy Corbyn calls out the latest Western-backed ethnic cleansing campaign. thecanary.co 
Everyone should listen to Jeremy Corbyn's intervention on the world's latest Western-backed ethnic cleansing campaign. Because a terrorist who once had a $10m bounty on his head is now in charge of Syria. And with a greenlight from the US, Turkey, and Israel, he's now attacking Kurdish people who led the fight to defeat Daesh. Corbyn: […] | By
(2026-01-23). Queer leftists supported Palestinians in the too. Back then, they hijacked planes. haaretz.com Since October 7, many Israelis have been shocked by the pro-Palestinian stances prevailing in the West. In reality, this astonishment stems from the short memory of the media…
(2026-01-23). Watch: disabled woman in Australia PROSECUTED for 'butt-dialing' Jewish nutritionist. thecanary.co 
Authorities in Australia have arrested — and are prosecuting — a Sydney woman who accidentally dialled a nutritionist she had texted about an appointment. The court hearing the case against Serena Tanuri heard that she had contacted Mandy Sacker because Sacker had helped one of her friends. She then 'butt-dialled' Sacker without realising it, resulting […] | By
(2026-01-23). Development of integrated circuit sector sketched out in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The latest phase of CanSemi Technology Inc's project in Guangzhou Development District was launched on Thursday.CanSemi Technology Inc launched the latest stage of its project to expand the integrated circuit sector in the southern Chinese metropolis of Guangzhou on Thursday.
(2026-01-23). Sindh CM announces provision of temporary shops for Gul Plaza traders within 2 months. tribune.com.pk 
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said on Friday that traders affected by the deadly Gul Plaza fire would be provided temporary shops within two months, while the damaged commercial structure would be demolished and reconstructed within two years. | "The plaza will have to be demolished, but we will rebuild Gul Plaza within two years, reconstruct the shops and hand them back to the traders," Shah said, stressing that the number of shops would not be increased and reconstruction would follow Karachi Building Control Authority (KBCA)-approved plans. | Addressing the Sindh Assembly, the chief minister said arra…
(2026-01-23). For a general strike against ICE violence and Trump's dictatorship! wsws.org This statement will be distributed at demonstrations and protests organized in Minneapolis and other cities throughout the US on January 23, 2026.
(2026-01-22). Xi signs order to promulgate regulations on military theory work. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, chairman of the Central Military Commission, has signed an order to promulgate regulations on work related to military theory.and clarify measures and requirements for the registration and sharing, evaluation and recognition, promotion and application, and retrospective assessment of military theoretical achievements."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-23). Key events define Sino-EU ties in 2025. ecns.cn Key events have defined China-EU relations in 2025, with experts calling on both sides to addressing each other's concerns through dialogue and cooperation amid geopolitical challenges."ÄÄ"ÄÄ1.
(2026-01-23). SC orders state to act as 'model employer'. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court has ruled that the state is required to act as a model employer, particularly in matters affecting promotion and service entitlements and rights, and cannot justify inaction or delay on the basis of internal inefficiencies. | It also noted that where the government acts as an employer, it is held to a higher standard of fairness, reasonableness and accountability. | "Public institutions and government functionaries are under a duty to ensure that promotion processes are conducted timely, rationally and in accordance with law, rather than allowing delay or inaction to defeat legitimate service…
(2026-01-23). getting divorced. sure be best friends one. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: A saleswoman and aspiring fitness trainer who was reborn after battling severe anxiety, and a former journalist who covered some of Israel's most violent incidents, reflecting on a world that once seemed more logical…
(2026-01-23). Belarusian electricity grid records all-time instantaneous peak load. eng.belta.by The Belarusian electricity grid has set a new all-time historical record. During a period of severe frosts, the system recorded a new record-breaking instantaneous load demand of 7,325MW.
(2026-01-23). Honor launches new smartphone as it eyes expansion in local market. ecns.cn Chinese tech company Honor unveiled its latest smartphone, Magic 8 Pro Air, in its latest push to expand its presence in the home market despite intensified competition.
(2026-01-23). Davos proclaims end of Western order: Carney speech shows Europe and Canada are "Third World" now. infobrics.org Canada's prime minister openly acknowledged at Davos that global rules no longer govern world affairs. With Europe and Canada now openly facing pressures once reserved for the Global South, attention turns to BRICS and other alternative frameworks amid US overreach.
(2026-01-23). Whistleblowers expose ICE memo that disregards the 4th Amendment. wsws.org Two anonymous DHS officials have exposed through Whistleblower Aid a secret memorandum from Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons that authorizes federal immigration police to forcibly enter homes with only "administrative" paperwork, not a search warrant issued by a judge.
(2026-01-23). Netanyahu skips Davos 'peace board' signing as Switzerland say he'll be arrested. thecanary.co 
Wanted Israeli war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu will not attend the signing ceremony of Donald Trump's bullshit "Board of Peace" in Davos. Swiss authorities had confirmed that they will arrest Netanyahu under the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant for war crimes and crimes against humanity — one of the few governments to say it will fulfil […] | By
(2026-01-23). This morning's interview with News X world in two segments. gilbertdoctorow.com This morning's interview with News X world in two segments NewsX World: United States Signals withdrawal from World Health Organization This segment of my interview starts at minute 4 and deals with the tripartite US-Ukrainian-Russian talks going on today in Abu Dhabi. I say here that the talks are at a strictly technical level and …
(2026-01-23). Tanzanian universities seek cooperation with Belarusian State University. eng.belta.by The delegation included Chairman of Kiluwa Group Ltd. Mohamed Said Kiluwa, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Republic of Tanzania to Russia and Belarus Fredrick Ibrahim Kibuta, as well as representatives from business and media.
(2026-01-23). Saturday 2/21: Rise Up Singing Valentine's Dinner. indybay.org Quaker Meeting House | 225 Rooney Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95065…
(2026-01-23). Vietnam's To Lam Secures Second Term as Party Chief. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's top leader To Lam was re-appointed on Friday as head of the ruling Communist Party for another five-year term after a unanimous vote by its Central Committee, cementing his position as the country's most powerful figure as he pushes for ambitious economic reforms. All 180 members of the newly formed Central Committee backed Lam …
(2026-01-23). Belarus' Ice Hockey Federation slams IIHF ban extension. eng.belta.by At the meeting on 21 January the IIHF Council made a decision to extend the suspension of the national teams of Belarus and Russia from tournaments under its authority for the 2026/27 season.
(2026-01-23). China's Olympic champions Sui, Han top pairs short program at Four Continents Championships in Beijing. ecns.cn China's 2022 Winter Olympics gold medalists Sui Wenjing and Han Cong finished first in the pairs short program at the ISU Figure Skating Four Continents Championships on home ice in Beijing on Thursday.
(2026-01-23). Trump touts 'total access' Greenland deal as Nato asks allies to step up. geo.tv 
An aerial view of Greenland's capital Nuuk, January 15, 2026. — ReutersPresident Donald Trump said on Thursday he had secured total and permanent US access to Greenland in a deal with Nato, whose head said allies would have to step up their commitment to Arctic security to ward off…
(2026-01-23). eThekwini Municipality calls for arts and culture grant-in-aid applications. sanews.gov.za eThekwini Municipality calls for arts and culture grant-in-aid applications | The eThekwini Municipality's Recreation and Parks Directorate has invited registered and eligible non-profit organisations (NPOs), non-government organisations (NGOs) and non-profit companies (NPCs) in the performing arts and culture sectors to apply for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) funding for the 2025/26 financial year. | The funding programme, aligned with the municipality's Integrated Development Plan (IDP), is aimed at providing financial and material support to community-based organisations that promote performing arts and cultural programm…
(2026-01-23). Mumbai Corporation 2026: Full List of Winning Candidates. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission has released the ward wise full list of candidates who have won the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) 2026 elections.
(2026-01-23). Over a Thousand in SF Protest ICE Terror. indybay.org "You have the right to remain silent but I don't recommend it"
(2026-01-23). Shooting kills 3, injures 1 in Australia's New South Wales. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A shooting attack took place in a town in New South Wales state in Australia on Thursday, killing three people, the police announced, adding that another person was injured.A statement was released by the Australian police that emergency services rushed to the location at Lake Cargelligo at 4: 40 p.m. following reports of a shooting. Three people — two women and a man — were killed at the scene of the crime, and one other man was taken to the hospital in serious but stable condition.The police are investigating whether this was carried out by an individual or more, who appeared to be at larg…
(2026-01-23). India's Strategic Autonomy: From Balancing the West to Trusting Russia. infobrics.org India's foreign policy objectives are clear: to hedge with the great powers by adopting its own multi-alignment and strategic autonomy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to rely on Russia for nuclear submarines and civil nuclear cooperation indicates that India is strengthening its ties with Moscow on critical high-end technological cooperation…
(2026-01-23). China raises concerns over EU supplier rules, defends Japan export controls. ecns.cn China on Thursday expressed strong concern over new European Union rules targeting so-called "high-risk suppliers," defended its export controls on dual-use items to Japan, and signaled progress in trade discussions with Canada.
(2026-01-23). Recentering Debate Over 'Greenland' Means Calling It Kalaallit Nunaat. popularresistance.org In a rare example of treating the Inuit of Kalaallit Nunaat as real people rather than pieces in a board game, then New York Times (1/14/26) sent two reporters to the island's capital of Nuuk to ask them what they thought. The Times' Jeffrey Gettleman and Maya Tekeli found next to no interest in becoming part of the United States; sources told them they were well aware of the United States' record of mistreating its Indigenous residents, and further that they had little interest in trading Danish socialized medicine for America's profit-based healthcare. "We're not stupid," the article summed up the Inuit's messa…
(2026-01-23). Mighty Mickey Has Struck Out-Again. wattsupwiththat.com And oh, the sound of gavel wood was sharp against the hall— They ruled the play was foul, not fair, bad faith and that was all.
(2026-01-23). Meet AIMIM's Sahar Shaikh who demolished Jitendra Awhad's Mumbra Fortress. ummid.com Sahar Shaikh, the youngest Corporator of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), has set media landscape on fire ever since the results of Mumbra-Thane Municipal Corporation Election 2026 were announced.
(2026-01-22). Finnish PM to kick off four-day trip. ecns.cn The two sides are preparing for the sixth meeting of the China-Finland Committee for Innovative Business Cooperation, with around 50 companies expected to attend, a spokesperson from the ministry noted.
(2026-01-23). As German Gas Storage Dips Dangerously Low…Shortage Hardly Avoidable. wattsupwiththat.com If Germany's cold January continues as forecasts suggest, natural gas rationing will be likely.
(2026-01-23). Not All is Rolex in Switzerland: Trump, Davos and the Crans-Montana Tragedy. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-23). Greenland Annexation and Probable European Response. ummid.com Greenland has become a focal point of international tensionsyet again, as US President Donald Trump repeated arguments that Washington must control the territory for national security reasons and has refused to rule out using military force to acquire it.
(2026-01-23). Imaan, Hadi arrested, whereabouts unknown: Shireen Mazari. tribune.com.pk 
Islamabad Police arrested human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and advocate Hadi Ali Chattha on Friday near the underpass outside Serena Hotel while they were on their way to the district session court. | Their current whereabouts remain unknown. Former federal minister Shireen Mazari called the arrests "fascism at its peak" on X, adding that the duo had been "put in separate cars and taken away to unknown locations". | Imaan @ImaanZHazir and Hadi @AdvHadiali have been arrested and put in separate cars and taken away to unknown locations – no fir shown and bar sadly could do nothing. Fascism at its peak. Emasculat…
(2026-01-23). Tragedy Strikes Wedding: Suicide Blast in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. devdiscourse.com A tragic suicide blast marred wedding celebrations in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, leaving at least five dead and ten injured. The explosion occurred at a peace committee member's residence on Friday night.
(2026-01-23). Trump withdraws Canada's invitation to join Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump withdrew on Thursday an invitation for Canada to join his Board of Peace initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts. | Trump's about-face follows Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he openly decried powerful nations using economic integration as a weapon and tariffs as leverage. | "Please let this Letter serve to represent that the Board of Peace is withdrawing its invitation to you regarding Canada's joining, what will be, the most prestigious Board of Leaders ever assembled, at any time," Trump wrote in a Truth Social post di…
(2026-01-23). West Virginia ICE protest. workers.org 
By Workers World West Virginia bureau Dozens of protesters came out on the campus of Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, on Jan. 17 with signs and chants protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). There's been an uptick in ICE activity in the state recently, with restaurants and other . . . |
(2026-01-23). Somali forces retake island overrun by Al-Shabaab militants. newarab.com 
Regional forces in The Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab, which has been fighting an insurgency against the Somali state for around two decades, stormed Kuday island in the southern state of Jubaland on Wednesday in a bid to retake an area that was once an operational base f…
(2026-01-23). France seizes suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- French naval forces intercepted and boarded the oil tanker Grinch in the western Mediterranean between Spain and Morocco, in a high-profile enforcement of international sanctions on Russian oil exports.French officials said the vessel was suspected of being part of Russia's so-called "shadow fleet," a network of tankers used to circumvent Western restrictions. The Grinch was carrying crude oil loaded in Murmansk, northwestern Russia, and was sailing under a false flag. President Emmanuel Macron announced on X that the operation was conducted on the high seas in coordination with allies, including the Un…
(2026-01-23). Local Government Elections: Arrests, allegations, and low voter turnout. independent.co.ug 
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The local government elections have concluded amid a mix of tension, allegations of malpractice, and low voter turnout in several districts. Across the country, polling stations experienced disputes ranging from voter bribery and denied voting rights to claims of ballot stuffing, prompting heightened security deployments. While most stations eventually …
(2026-01-23). Saturday 1/31: Game Night Fundraiser. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 93955. between Sonoma Ave and Hamilton Ave. Ample, free street parking.
(2026-01-23). Croatia, India condemn Zagreb embassy 'vandalism'. tribune.com.pk 
India on Thursday condemned an alleged act of vandalism at its embassy in Zagreb as Croatia promised to prosecute the offenders. | The Indian foreign ministry said that an act of "trespassing and vandalism" at its embassy in the Croatian capital was committed by "anti-India elements" without providing further details of the incident. | "We have taken up the matter strongly with Croatian authorities … and asked them to hold the perpetrators accountable for their reprehensible and illegal actions," a ministry statement said. | Zagreb police said they had received on Thursday morning a report that during the ni…
(2026-01-23). Rise of AIMIM: Broader Political Context. ummid.com AIMIM's rise in Maharashtra's municipal politics is both a symptom and a signal, it reflects minority assertion, at the same time also exposes the systemic failure of mainstream opposition politics, particularly Congress.
(2026-01-22). Tech-driven consumption in growth focus. ecns.cn China is accelerating a shift toward a new growth model anchored in tech-driven domestic consumption as geopolitical tensions and technological disruption reshape the global economic landscape, officials, business leaders and economists have said.
(2026-01-23). Belarus' fixed-capital investments at Br56bn in 2025. eng.belta.by The regional breakdown is the following: Minsk Oblast is in the lead (24.8%) followed by Minsk (22.5%), Gomel Oblast (12.7%), Brest Oblast (12.6%), Grodno Oblast (9.7%), Vitebsk Oblast (9.1%), and Mogilev Oblast (8.6%).
(2026-01-23). Pisilli's brace propels Roma past Stuttgart. tribune.com.pk 
AS Roma took a big step towards qualifying for the Europa League last 16 with a 2-0 win over VfB Stuttgart on Thursday, after Aston Villa and Olympique Lyonnais had earlier become the first teams through to the knockout stage. | Roma midfielder Niccolo Pisilli slotted in to give his side the lead shortly before halftime and added another in stoppage time to seal the win. | Disturbances in the stands marred many of the evening matches. In France, tensions escalated between Nice fans and Go Ahead Eagles supporters, prompting security forces to intervene for several minutes before order was restored, with Nice ul…
(2026-01-23). 32 firms are producing half the world's CO2 emissions — let that sink. thecanary.co 
In 2024, a cadre of 32 fossil fuel companies had been producing half the world's CO2 emissions, a new study has found. Of course, people are consuming that CO2 via those companies. But energy is a daily essential. The climate crisis requires systemic change in the form of a publicly owned Green New Deal, to […] | By
(2026-01-23). Tens of thousands of Arab citizens protest rising crime in their communities. haaretz.com Protesters took to the streets in the largest demonstration in Arab communities in over five years. Haaretz asked demonstrators about law enforcement, crime and politics. 'For the state, Arabs divided are Arabs in a weaker position,' one said. 'But we are here today to shout: We cannot tolerate this anymore.' Protests may only be the first step…
(2026-01-23). Striking Genesys nurses join New York City nurses' call for a general strike. wsws.org "I would definitely call for a general strike. I think that's a great idea. This is a national problem, if not a world problem, with nurses …"
(2026-01-23). Selected Articles: Americans Paying for Trump's Tariffs. globalresearch.ca 
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(2026-01-23). Trump Renews Demand To Acquire Greenland During WEF Speech. popularresistance.org US President Donald Trump said at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, that he will not "use force" to take Greenland, but called for immediate negotiations to hand it over to Washington. "We want a piece of ice for world protection," he said. "And they won't give it. We've never asked for anything else and we could have kept that piece of land and we didn't, so they have a choice. You can say yes, and we will be very appreciative, or you can say no, and we will remember." | He added that Washington could take Greenland by force, and it would be "unstoppable."
(2026-01-23). Starbucks strike in third month. workers.org 
The longest strike in the history of Starbucks has entered its third month. While some strikers have returned to work, including those at the Ohio stores, other workers have recently joined the strike. The three main demands — better hourly wages, better schedules and resolution of the hundreds of Unfair . . . |
(2026-01-23). How China Can Help Bangladesh Recalibrate Its Strategic Autonomy. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Bangladesh in the past two decades has witnessed unparallel economic advance and comparative political stability under the leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Through the success saga has been the robust economic and strategic relationship with India, Bangladesh's largest and formerly most critical external actor neighbor. From cross-border linking and sharing …
(2026-01-23). Gas supply for industries, CNG stations to remain suspended for two days: SSGC. tribune.com.pk 
The Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) announced on Friday that gas supplies to all industrial consumers and all CNG stations would remain suspended for 48 hours from January 24 to improve gas pressure for domestic consumers. | "In order to ensure better gas pressure for its domestic and commercial consumers, gas supply to all industrial consumers, including captive power plants and all CNG stations, including those operating on RLNG, will remain suspended for 48 hours — from 8am on Saturday, January 24, until 8am on Monday, January 26, " SSGC said in a statement. | The company said domestic customers facin…
(2026-01-23). Belgian PM condemns European plan to steal Russian money. infobrics.org According to the official, such a measure would be a "declaration of war".
(2026-01-23). Xi Assures Brazil's Lula of China's Support as Global Tensions Rise. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese leader Xi Jinping told Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva that China would stand firmly by Brazil and the broader Global South amid what he described as a turbulent international environment. Speaking in a telephone call, Xi urged both countries to safeguard shared interests and uphold the role of the United Nations, presenting …
(2026-01-23). Interreligious Statement Of Solidarity with Arrested Protesters in the Twin Cities. wibailoutpeople.org 
January 22, 2026— The Interreligious Foundation for Community Organization (IFCO) stands in unwavering solidarity with Nekima Levy Armstrong, Chauntyll Allen, and all the protesters at Cities Church in St. Paul. Their action was a profound and necessary embodiment of prophetic witness. Our faith is not a refuge or a distraction from the world's suffering; it is …
(2026-01-23). K-P adopts smart sensors to save water, boost crop yields. tribune.com.pk 
Farmers in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) are beginning to save significant amounts of water and improve agricultural productivity with the help of modern soil moisture sensor technology. | Experts believe that scaling up such technology across K-P could help make agriculture more resilient to climate change while easing pressure on Pakistan's dwindling water resources. Early findings, based on experiences from Punjab, indicate substantial benefits. | The technology, known as a soil water moisture sensor array, has been installed at the Tarnab Research Farm and in selected farming areas of the province. 50 sensors h…
(2026-01-23). County Wide Walkouts to Resist Fascism in Nevada County. indybay.org Students across Nevada County walked out January 20th to resist fascism at the federal level and in the school board.
(2026-01-23). Chinese company unveils plans for commercial space flights. ecns.cn With the Chinese government introducing a host of favorable policies and measures to boost the country's commercial space sector, a company has unveiled an ambitious plan for offering private citizens short journeys into space.
(2026-01-23). Ukraine and Russia Deadlocked Over Donetsk as Peace Talks Resume. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine and Russia remain at an impasse over the Donetsk region in eastern Ukraine, a dispute that has stalled efforts to negotiate a lasting peace. Russian President Vladimir Putin has insisted any settlement must resolve territorial questions, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy refuses to cede land captured and defended at enormous human cost. The standoff …
(2026-01-23). Why Nobody takes Europe Seriously Anymore? "The Old Continent is In A Mess" globalresearch.ca On January 19, after a phone call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that "the European Union is not taken completely seriously by world leaders", citing its "suicidal migration policy" and "nonsense climate goals" as …
(2026-01-23). America Officially Withdraws from the World Health Organization. globalresearch.ca On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump Today, that one-year notice period has officially expired — and the …
(2026-01-23). Australian unions strike deal with Microsoft to oversee AI transformation. wsws.org The agreement is designed to legitimise the widespread replacement of jobs with AI, and a commitment from Australia's top union bureaucrats to suppress workers' opposition to the rollout.
(2026-01-23). Pakistan battles legions of fake doctors. tribune.com.pk 
Rusted nails hold used infusion tubes on the wall of a clinic run by one among hundreds of thousands of unqualified doctors operating across Pakistan. | Dozens of patients visit the small roadside shop each day in Sindh, where a few chairs are arranged around wooden tables used to lay patients down. | "These patients have faith in me. They believe I can treat them well," said Abdul Waheed, who opened the facility a few months ago outside Hyderabad. | During the day, the 48-year-old works at a private hospital in Hyderabad. In the evenings, he comes to the village of Tando Saeed Khan to see patients at his clin…
(2026-01-23). Ambassador details Belarus' strategy in Russia. eng.belta.by The minimum goal is to maintain the export at the current level, Belarusian Ambassador to Russia Yuri Seliverstov told the media as he outlined the strategy for promoting Belarusian goods on the Russian market.
(2026-01-23). Minneapolis resistance grows as ICE occupation intensifies. wsws.org The WSWS will be providing live on-the-ground updates in Minnesota and beyond on the unfolding confrontation between workers and youth and federal forces.
(2026-01-23). Hebei's 'ancient pressure cooker' setting internet ablaze. ecns.cn But the real ingenuity lies in the tripod's lid, which was designed with a simple flip-and-twist lock with animal-shaped latches to create a remarkably tight seal.This design allowed steam to be trapped so food could be cooked faster in high pressure, a principle that is still adopted in modern devices.
(2026-01-23). Belarus' R&D earns international acclaim. eng.belta.by Our advanced scientific developments, which have been implemented in | such sectors as agriculture, biotechnology, mechanical engineering, | microelectronics, healthcare, and energy, are recognized by the global | community and have broad practical use, Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister | Viktor Karankevich said during the meeting of the scientific community…
(2026-01-23). The death of the Coalition and a requiem for the Old Order. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-23). Redrawing Muslim Politics: AIMIM's Rise and SP's Fall in Maharashtra. ummid.com Beneath the BJP victory in Maharashtra civic polls lies a more consequential story: The decline of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the steady rise of Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM as the principal Muslim political force in Maharashtra's urban politics.
(2026-01-23). Friday 1/23: Gays to on January 23: Solidarity with Minneapolis. indybay.org Castro Memorial Corner, 501 Castro Street…
(2026-01-23). Saudi Pro League: Al-Nassr returns to winning ways finally. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 25/26: Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Football Club Saturday defeated Al-Shabab 3-2 to earn the much needed 3 points to remain prominently placed in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) table.
(2026-01-23). Pakistan's cost of doing business 34% higher than region: PBF. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's business community is facing a serious competitiveness crisis as the cost of doing business is 34% higher than in regional economies, severely undermining the ability of local industries to compete in international markets, Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) Chief Organiser Ahmad Jawad said on Thursday. | According to a statement, Jawad attributed the widening cost gap to irrational taxation, high electricity and gas tariffs, and persistent currency instability. He said Pakistani exporters have been unable to match regional competitors, resulting in stagnant exports since 2022. | Briefing the media, Jawa…
(2026-01-23). Here are four ways Zohran Mamdani can end financial support in New York City for Israeli settlements, and he must act soon. mondoweiss.net 
Zohran Mamdani has the legal tools to end the Israeli settlement funding and sales pipeline in New York City — now, he just needs the political will to act.
(2026-01-23). L.A.'s 7 Best Tacos Fusing Middle Eastern and Arabic Influences. lataco.com Fueled by a deep love for Mexican and Middle Eastern cuisines or by their own family recipes, chefs in L.A. are remixing recipes to create tacos that are L.A. through and through.
(2026-01-23). NATO Leader slams EU over Mercosur, vows to cut red tape to attract new investments | Germany, Italy. hindustantimes.com German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, speaking at Davos, slammed the European Parliament for delaying the long-negotiated EU—Mercosur trade deal, calling it a new "obstacle" and vowing Europe "will not be stopped." Merz argued the agreement is "fair and balanced," essential for stronger European growth, and signaled it could still be provisionally implemented even as legal and political pushback intensifies.
(2026-01-23). Widespread low voter turnout characterizes LCV elections. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Even before the Electoral Commission releases figures on participation in the 2026 general elections, it is noticeable that the LCV elections this year are going to register the lowest voter turnout since 1996. According to our reporters who covered this election across the country, by the time voting closed …
(2026-01-23). Celtic FC cancels signing from Israeli club after fan protests. newarab.com 
(2026-01-23). Why the 'One Issue' in Russia-Ukraine Talks Could Decide the War's End. thinktank.pk As international attention remains sharply fixed on the nearly four-year conflict in Ukraine, US-led peace negotiations have entered what American officials describe as a critical final stage. According to U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, discussions involving Russia and Ukraine have been reduced to a single unresolved issue, a development that Western diplomats claim could clear …
(2026-01-23). CARTOONS: Mark David has got things backwards. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-23). Lukashenko orders snap army inspection. Here's how it works. eng.belta.by The 19th Separate Guards Mechanized Brigade is being inspected as part of the large-scale combat readiness inspection of the Armed Forces of Belarus.
(2026-01-23). Government supports 9.2 million social grant beneficiaries. sanews.gov.za Government supports 9.2 million social grant beneficiaries | Government continues to support vulnerable households by contributing to poverty alleviation and reducing inequality through the administration of social grants by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). | These efforts are demonstrated by the disbursement of 9.2 million social grants to beneficiaries, providing a critical social safety net. | This is according to Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, who on Friday provided an update on government's performance against the Medium-Term Develop…
(2026-01-23). Direct action targets Keysight Technologies over Israeli arms. thecanary.co 
From 5.30am on 21 January, three action takers from People Against Genocide visited the Keysight Technologies site at 610 Wharfedale Road, Reading. They targeted the company's logistics fleet and mobile collaboration unit. Each of them climbed on top of a separate logistics van belonging to the electronics firm, to prevent their use in transporting parts […] | By
(2026-01-23). Project to build large pig farm in Klimovichi District 60% complete. eng.belta.by A pig fattening farm designed to house 51,000 head is under construction at the Klim-Agro branch of Klimovichi Grain Processing Plant in Klimovichi District. The readiness of the facility to date is nearly 60%.
(2026-01-23). Applause and the Limits of Candor at Davos: Law Applies Downward, Not Upward. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney. globalresearch.ca Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, delivered his special address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on January 20, 2026. In his remarks to political and business leaders from around the world, he described…
(2026-01-23). Clive Lewis insists local power only way to fix failure of rules-based world. thecanary.co 
Labour MP Clive Lewis argued on X that addressing the international breakdown in rules-based order requires ordinary people holding local power. Touting Andy Burnham's success in Manchester to prove his point, Lewis insists the most effective way to limit the exploitative practices of the most powerful is through 'democratic control of essential systems' Once again, […] | By
(2026-01-23). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-23). January 23, 2026: City of Milwaukee Worker Unions Stand with Minneapolis ICE Out! Rally at City Hall! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-23). Contact Target, Hilton Hotels, Home Depot, and Enterprise and Tell Them: Stop Collaborating With ICE! wibailoutpeople.org 
Target Email: www.target.com/help/contact-us/security-… Letter: Target Headquarters Attn: Brian Cornell (until Feb. 1, 2026; then CEO is Michael Fiddelke) 900 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403 Sample Message: "Target Stores in Minnesota allow ICE to stage assaults and kidnappings in their parking lots and come into their stores. This is putting your customers in danger and is a …
(2026-01-23). Intel forecasts weak quarter as AI server chip demand outstrips supply. tribune.com.pk 
Intel (INTC.O) said on Thursday it struggled to satisfy demand for its server chips used in AI data centres, and forecast quarterly revenue and profit below market estimates, sending shares down 13% in after-hours trading. | The forecast underscores the difficulties faced by Intel in predicting global chip markets, where the company's current products are the result of decisions made years ago. The company, whose shares have risen 40% in the past month, recently launched a long-awaited laptop chip designed to reclaim its lead in personal computers just as a memory chip crunch is expe…
(2026-01-23). 2026 Academy Award nominations: Sinners and One Battle After Another receive the most nominations. wsws.org The award nominations were the usual combination of the thoughtful and the confounding, or even disturbing.
(2026-01-23). TikTok seals deal for new US joint venture to avoid American ban. tribune.com.pk 
TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance said on Thursday it has finalised a deal to establish a majority American-owned joint venture to secure US user data, avoiding a potential ban of the short-video app used by more than 200 million Americans. | The agreement marks a milestone for TikTok after years of political and legal battles that began in August 2020, when President Donald Trump sought to ban the app over national security concerns. | Trump later opted not to enforce a law passed in April 2024 requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by January 2025 or face a ban, a measure that was upheld by the Supreme Cou…
(2026-01-23). Israel: Arab parties to revive Joint List ahead of election. newarab.com 
Leaders from Israel's four main Arab parties — Ta'al, The decision was made in the Arab-majority city of Sakhnin in northern Israel, amid a nationwide strike protesting police inaction and alleged complicity in a crim…
(2026-01-23). The transition to net-zero emissions is a tax on the air you breathe. onlineopinion.com.au Nonscientists Al Gore, John Kerry, Barack Obama, and Bill Gates support taxing the gas of life — CO2…
(2026-01-23). Striking Spanish Workers Just Showed That Amazon Is Not Invincible. truthout.org The latest flashpoint of resistance to global logistics juggernaut Amazon has proven, once again, that collective worker power can force the company into improving its miserable working conditions. Amazon workers in Murcia, in southeastern Spain, struck twice at the RMU1 fulfillment center during the 2025 holiday "peak" season and forced the company into a negotiated settlement in late… |
(2026-01-23). Live: Malegaon Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Malegaon for the Municipal Corporation (Malegaon Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-23). 7th Unmanned Systems Exhibition concludes in UAE. ecns.cn The 7th edition of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition was held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from Tuesday to Thursday. The exhibition attracted more than 380 exhibitors from 39 countries and regions.
(2026-01-23). International community mustn't fail the test: China Daily editorial. ecns.cn At the United Nations, history is never a distant echo. It remains a living yardstick against which today's conduct is measured. When Sun Lei, charge d'affaires of China's Permanent Mission to the UN, urged the international community to prevent Japan from reverting to "the old and pernicious path of militarism", his appeal was rooted not only in painful historical memory, but also in sober concern for the future of international peace and security.
(2026-01-23). All Unquiet On The Ukrainian Front. popularresistance.org Sometimes wars have occasions that can be read — immediately, soon or in time — as turning points, clarifying moments. D—Day, June 6, 1944, is an obvious case: The Allies and the Red Army were in Berlin less than a year later. | The Tet Offensive, which began 58 years ago next week (Can you believe it?), is another: All the victory-is-near illusions the American command had cultivated for years collapsed. There were many more casualties at the altar of imperial delusion, but the war in Southeast Asia was on the way to over. | On Jan. 8 Russia attacked Lviv, the city in western Ukraine, with an O…
(2026-01-23). Last UK pro-Palestine hunger striker says he will refuse water. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-23). Egypt: 'Even when there is the worst kind of repression, it's laying the seeds for opposition'. links.org.au 
Hossam el-Hamalawy — Today, when it comes to political repression in Egypt, Hosni Mubarak is a human rights activist compared to Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
(2026-01-23). CWA Members Under Attack From Feds: Member Kidnapped in Minneapolis. wibailoutpeople.org On Friday, January 9, agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested a member of the Minnesota Newspaper and Communications Guild, TNG-CWA Local 37002, as part of Operation Metro Surge. He is a father, a husband, and a staff member at a Minneapolis non-profit organization. He serves as a steward in our union and is …
(2026-01-23). Newsom, on the world stage at Davos, accuses Trump of trying to suppress dissent. scmp.com California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday said he was not surprised the Trump administration blocked his appearance at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland the day before, saying it was another example of the US president trying to stifle dissent. | "Is it surprising the Trump administration didn't like my commentary and wanted to make sure that I was not allowed to speak? No," said Newsom, who is weighing a 2028 presidential run. "It's consistent with this administration and their…
(2026-01-23). U.S. Federal agents detain 5-year-old coming home from preschool in Minnesota. radiohc.cu In the U.S. state of Minnesota, school officials in Columbia Heights say ICE agents have detained four children in the school district in recent weeks, including a 5-year-old boy named Liam Ramos, who was detained on Tuesday along with his father as he returned home from preschool. | The school released a photo showing a masked agent standing next to Liam, who was wearing his backpack and a blue winter hat with bunny ears. About 20 minutes later, Liam's older brother arrived home from middle school to find his younger brother and father were gone. School officials say Liam and his father have been sent to a deten…
(2026-01-23). Private Social Security data of 70 million people ripped off by DOGE. indybay.org Save Social Security Now!
(2026-01-23). Unite ignores own rules in eagerness to sue little-followed anonymous accounts. thecanary.co 
As Skwawkbox has reported, the Unite union is pouring the money of its members on lawyers and legal fees to sue three anonymous X accounts, with limited reach, for criticising general secretary Sharon Graham's husband. The union has spent a great deal of money lodging the lawsuit against the unknown individuals behind the three accounts. […] | By
(2026-01-23). Computer laboratory links children to digital world. sanews.gov.za Computer laboratory links children to digital world | Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza on Thursday handed over a fully equipped computer laboratory to learners at the Umdlamfe Secondary School in Esikhawini, Richards Bay. | The hand over of the high-tech computer lab forms part of government's Back-To-School Programme. | HONOR South Africa, which delivered the laptops, partnered with the Department of Home Affairs to establish the laboratory in support of digital literacy and skills development at the school. | The laboratory will ensure that learners are trained to become active participants in the ar…
(2026-01-23). Market Swings: Wall Street's Rollercoaster Amid Intel Plunge and Earnings Anticipation. devdiscourse.com The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 concluded a tumultuous week with mixed results after Intel's downturn cooled investor risk appetite. Although geopolitical instability continues to spark volatility, traders maintain faith in the strength of the U.S. economy.
(2026-01-23). Sabalenka advances to 2026 Australian Open round four. eng.belta.by In today's third-round match, the Belarusian faced Austria's world number 55 Anastasia Potapova and won in two tie-breaks: 7-6 (7-4), 7-6 (9-7).
(2026-01-23). Handwringing over Jerusalem, EU aids colonizers. electronicintifada.net Israel Antiquities Authority takes part in new Brussels-approved project.
(2026-01-23). A melting Greenland is easier to exploit — but also more perilous. grist.org 
(2026-01-23). Jeffrey Sachs: Every Nation in the World Should Reject Trump's Absurd and Dangerous 'Board of Peace'. 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…
(2026-01-23). Friday 1/23: San Jose: Stop ICE Terror – Solidarity with Minneapolis. indybay.org San Jose City Hall, 200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose…
(2026-01-23). DWP rolls out WorkWell despite no proof that it actually works well. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the rollout of WorkWell. The scheme is supposedly going to get over 250,000 disabled people back into work. However, there's no proof of it actually working at all, never mind well. DWP and WorkWell forcing disabled people into work According to the DWP, WorkWell will: provide […] | By
(2026-01-23). Pakistan unveil 16-member squad for T20I series against Australia. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Cricket Board has named a 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Australia at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The matches will take place on 29, 31 January, 1 February and will begin at 4pm PKT. | Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi have returned to the T20I squad after missing the three-match away series against Sri Lanka in early January. | Shadab Khan will continue to build on his comeback in the previous T20I series and will form part of a strong spin-bowling contingent along with Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz and Usman Tariq. | Pakistan squad and player support personnel a…
(2026-01-23). Biathlon Commonwealth Cup leg kicks off in Raubichi. eng.belta.by More than 80 biathletes have entered the competition, including Olympic medalists, world championship podium finishers, and World Cup stage medalists.
(2026-01-23). Maharashtra TET Nov 2025 Result Declared: Where and How to Check. ummid.com MAHA TET November 2025 Result: The Maharashtra Rajya Parkisha Parishad, Commissioner Maharashtra State Council of Examination, has released on the official website of Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test, mahatet.in, the result and score card of the candidates who appeared for the MAHA TET 2025.
(2026-01-23). AISSEE 2026 Answer Key: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to publish the Answer Key and scanned images of OMR Answer Sheets of the candidates who appeared in the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 (AISSEE 2026) on its website.
(2026-01-23). BD launches drives for first post-Hasina polls. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh began official campaigning on Thursday for the hugely anticipated general elections next month, the first since the 2024 uprising ended the autocratic rule of Sheikh Hasina. | Tens of thousands of flag-waving supporters of key frontrunner Tarique Rahman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) crowded the streets of the northern city of Sylhet, chanting his name. | "We have liberated the country from autocratic rule," prime ministerial hopeful Rahman, who returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in exile, told crowds of BNP loyalists. "Now we must establish the rights of the people." | Rah…
(2026-01-23). Tokelau airport project scrapped despite multi-million dollar design. asiapacificreport.nz By Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalist New Zealand has scrapped a project to build an airport in Tokelau after sinking NZ$3 million into the design phase. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade told RNZ Pacific that the Tokelau government had been advised of their decision. Tokelau is completely inaccessible by plane,…
(2026-01-23). Greenland's PM unaware of details of Trump-Rutte deal. tribune.com.pk 
Greenland's prime minister said Thursday that he was not aware of the contents of a framework agreement about the Danish autonomous territory that US President Donald Trump announced after a meeting with NATO's chief, but stressed no deal could be made without involving the island. | "Nobody else than Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark have the mandate to make deals or agreements about Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark without us," Jens-Frederik Nielsen told a press conference. | "We have some red lines… We have to respect our territorial integrity. We have to respect international law, sovereignty," he…
(2026-01-23). Califican de constructivas y extremadamente francas negociaciones ruso-estadounidenses. radiohc.cu El asesor presidencial ruso, Yuri Ushakov proporcionó detalles sobre el encuentro que Vladímir Putin mantuvo este jueves con el enviado de la Casa Blanca, Steve Witkoff. | Dijo que el encuentro entre el líder ruso y el representante de Washington transcurrió de manera positiva.Las negociaciones duraron aproximadamente cuatro horas y fueron constructivas e informativas, y diría que extremadamente francas y confiadas ª, aseveró. | Ushakov agregó que la reunión se centró específicamente en obtener información sobre los resultados de los contactos de los estadounidenses con los ucranianos y los socios europeos.
(2026-01-23). En Cuba convocan a participar en tradicional Marcha de las Antorchas. radiohc.cu Autoridades del Partido Comunista de Cuba, del Gobierno y las organizaciones sociales, de masas y juveniles en la provincia de La Habana llamaron este jueves a participar en la tradicional Marcha de las Antorchas, con la motivación adicional de saludar el centenario del natalicio del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz (13 de agosto). | En pleno, realizado en el Teatro ´Camilo Cienfuegos ª, del Ministerio de Salud Pública (Minsap), fueron analizadas algunas cuestiones logísticas y de convocatoria para garantizar la amplia afluencia de pueblo, especialmente jóvenes, que caracteriza año tras año este suc…
(2026-01-23). Cómo se ha embolsado Trump $ 1,408,500,000. cubadebate.cu El afán de riqueza del Sr. Trump es descarado. A lo largo de la historia de la nación, los presidentes de ambos partidos se han cuidado de evitar incluso la apariencia de lucrarse con el servicio público. Este presidente exprime con regocijo a las corporaciones estadounidenses, presume de las donaciones de gobiernos extranjeros y celebra el rápido crecimiento de su propia fortuna.
(2026-01-23). Una paciente sacada de la muerte. radiohc.cu 
Pudo ser una guardia médica tranquila, sin ajetreo, pero bastante improbable en un hospital donde se atienden como promedio 30 parturientas al día. De repente llegó Linda, una mujer de 32 años, 33 semanas de embarazo y tres cesáreas anteriores. | El equipo médico de la Dra. Rosa María, de guardia ese día, en el Hospital Central de la ciudad de Chitungwisa en Zimbabwe de inmediato se movilizó ante una paciente débil, sangrando y con síntomas de gravedad. Al examinarla se diagnosticó una placenta previa sangrante y su vida estaba en inminente peligro. | Se le preparó de inmediato para llevarla al salón de operacion…
(2026-01-23). La MaCorina se vendió barato. cubadebate.cu Maria Corina Machado entró a la Casa Blanca con el regalo que el presidente de EE.UU. Donald Trump ha codiciado durante mucho tiempo: un Premio Nobel de la Paz. Salió de allí con poco más que una bolsa de souvenirs…
(2026-01-23). Cómo se ha embolsado Trump $ 1,408,500,000. cubadebate.cu El afán de riqueza del Sr. Trump es descarado. A lo largo de la historia de la nación, los presidentes de ambos partidos se han cuidado de evitar incluso la apariencia de lucrarse con el servicio público. Este presidente exprime con regocijo a las corporaciones estadounidenses, presume de las donaciones de gobiernos extranjeros y celebra el rápido crecimiento de su propia fortuna.
(2026-01-23). La MaCorina se vendió barato. cubadebate.cu Maria Corina Machado entró a la Casa Blanca con el regalo que el presidente de EE.UU. Donald Trump ha codiciado durante mucho tiempo: un Premio Nobel de la Paz. Salió de allí con poco más que una bolsa de souvenirs…
(2026-01-23). Cuba agradece acompañamiento de la Unesco. radiohc.cu La embajadora de Cuba ante la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (Unesco), María del Carmen Herrera, agradeció ese jueves en París el apoyo del ente multilateral a su país.Expresamos a la Unesco nuestra gratitud por su respaldo constante a la lucha del pueblo cubano contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero estadounidense", subrayó. | En la sede de la Embajada de Cuba en Francia, donde se celebró una velada por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, la diplomática denunció una escalada sin precedentes de hostilidad y de agresión por parte de Wa…
(2026-01-23). Zelensky é acusado de perseguir a oposiàßà£o. globalresearch.ca A crise interna na Ucrânia está se agravando. A oposiàßà£o acusa o ditador ilegítimo Vladimir Zelensky de tomar medidas autoritárias para "se livrar" de adversários políticos. O objetivo do presidente é impedir que a oposiàßà£o apresente candidatos populares e tenha …
(2026-01-23). Medios de comunicación, gestión innovadora: Un camino necesario en la construcción del socialismo cubano. cubadebate.cu Nos encontramos en momentos de definiciones profundas y en nuestra sociedad se impulsa un cambio estructural para proyectar el proyecto socialista, ratificando los objetivos de prosperidad, eficiencia y sostenibilidad. En este propósito, los medios de comunicación asumen la transformación en lo editorial, lo tecnológico y especialmente en lo económico.
(2026-01-23). Moldávia decidiu sair da CEI (Comunidade de Estados Independentes). globalresearch.ca O processo de distanciamento da Moldávia em relaàßà£o aos seus parceiros tradicionais no espaàßo pós-soviético está se acelerando. O país parece determinado a seguir o mesmo caminho da Ucrânia pós-Maidan, adotando uma postura pró-Ocidente e anti-Rússia. O passo mais recente …
(2026-01-23). Primera reunión del XIV Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Vietnam sesionó en Hanoi. radiohc.cu El Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Vietnam (PCV) celebró este jueves en Hanoi su primera reunión, previo a la sesión de clausura del XIV Congreso Nacional de esa organización, prevista para horas de la tarde. | Según un comunicado de prensa del Comité Organizador del cónclave partidista, entre los 16 miembros del XIII Buró Político del PCV; 10 fueron reelegidos para el nuevo Comité Central, que conforman 200 integrantes, de los cuales son 180 titulares y 20 suplentes. | Entre quienes fueron reelectos figuran tres líderes clave del Partido y del Estado: el secretario general To Lam, el presidente de la Asa…
(2026-01-23). Medios de comunicación, gestión innovadora: Un camino necesario en la construcción del socialismo cubano. cubadebate.cu Nos encontramos en momentos de definiciones profundas y en nuestra sociedad se impulsa un cambio estructural para proyectar el proyecto socialista, ratificando los objetivos de prosperidad, eficiencia y sostenibilidad. En este propósito, los medios de comunicación asumen la transformación en lo editorial, lo tecnológico y especialmente en lo económico.
(2026-01-23). "Ojo de Agua" : Entre ríos, emociones y desafíos narrativos. cubadebate.cu "Ojo de Agua" —señalaba en una entrevista previa al estreno su director Alberto Luberta Martínez— aspira a ser algo más que un melodrama rural y abordar temáticas sociales contemporáneas: "ofrecer una mirada íntima y multifacética a la mujer cubana, destacando su fuerza, su capacidad de amor y su tenacidad ante las adversidades".
(2026-01-23). Proyecto "El Batazo" : Un Modelo comunitario contra la basura en Centro Habana. cubadebate.cu En la calle Estrella, entre San Nicolás y Manrique en Centro Habana, hay una bodega, varias cafeterías, un agromercado y un tránsito constante de personas. A esto se suma la alta densidad poblacional. El resultado es un problema crónico: calles obstruidas por desechos y un riesgo continuo para la salud pública.
(2026-01-23). Cuba agradece acompañamiento de la Unesco. radiohc.cu La embajadora de Cuba ante la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (Unesco), María del Carmen Herrera, agradeció ese jueves en París el apoyo del ente multilateral a su país.Expresamos a la Unesco nuestra gratitud por su respaldo constante a la lucha del pueblo cubano contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero estadounidense", subrayó. | En la sede de la Embajada de Cuba en Francia, donde se celebró una velada por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, la diplomática denunció una escalada sin precedentes de hostilidad y de agresión por parte de Wa…
(2026-01-23). Moldávia decidiu sair da CEI (Comunidade de Estados Independentes). globalresearch.ca O processo de distanciamento da Moldávia em relaàßà£o aos seus parceiros tradicionais no espaàßo pós-soviético está se acelerando. O país parece determinado a seguir o mesmo caminho da Ucrânia pós-Maidan, adotando uma postura pró-Ocidente e anti-Rússia. O passo mais recente …
(2026-01-23). "Ojo de Agua" : Entre ríos, emociones y desafíos narrativos. cubadebate.cu "Ojo de Agua" —señalaba en una entrevista previa al estreno su director Alberto Luberta Martínez— aspira a ser algo más que un melodrama rural y abordar temáticas sociales contemporáneas: "ofrecer una mirada íntima y multifacética a la mujer cubana, destacando su fuerza, su capacidad de amor y su tenacidad ante las adversidades".
(2026-01-23). 18 Senegalese tried in Morocco over AFCON final hooliganism. newarab.com 
The trial of 18 Senegalese football supporters accused of hooliganism in their country's The judge adjourned the hearing until 29 January "to give both the defence and the civil party time to prepare their cases", said lawyer Naima El Guellaf. | A judicial source has told AFP the 18 Senegalese fans were placed in pretrial detention following incidents that disrupted the tournament final in capital Rabat, which Mo…
(2026-01-23). 10 Indian soldiers killed as army vehicle plunges into gorge. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- At least 10 Indian Army personnel were killed and another 10 injured when their vehicle plunged into a 200-foot-deep gorge in the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.The accident occurred at Khanni Top, a high-altitude area approximately 9,000 feet above sea level on the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate road.The bulletproof Casspir vehicle, carrying 21 soldiers en route to a high-altitude operational post, reportedly skidded off the treacherous mountain road amid adverse weather and challenging terrain. Rescue teams swiftly responded, airlifting the injured to military hospitals for treatment.Prim…
(2026-01-23). Friday 1/23: Santa Cruz: ICE Out for Good – Minnesota Solidarity Day of Action. indybay.org Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, 6001 La Madrona Dr, Scotts Valley…
(2026-01-23). Commuter train hits construction crane near Cartagena in Spain. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A commuter train on Spain's narrow-gauge FEVE line collided with a construction crane in the Alumbres district near Cartagena on Thursday, injuring several passengers and briefly disrupting rail services in the Murcia region.The incident occurred around midday at kilometer point 6.6, between Alumbres and the La Esperanza area, as the train was traveling from Cartagena to Los Nietos. According to state rail operator Renfe, the arm of a construction crane, belonging to a third-party contractor and not to the railway, extended onto the track and struck the train, shattering windows. The train, carrying app…