(2026-04-05). Israel Is Implementing Its Gaza Strategy In Lebanon. popularresistance.org While the US-Israeli war on Iran and its economic repercussions on the global economy continues to be at the center of global media attention, Israel is in the process of re-drawing the map of the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon. If successful, Israel's plans could have regional and global repercussions. And yet, the Israeli invasion of Lebanon has barely made a blip on the Western media's radar. | Last week, Israel's defense minister, Israel Katz, said that Israeli forces will not leave the south of Lebanon after the end of the current war. Katz's statements are in line with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin…
(2026-04-05). The US and Israel Are Making Gaza-Style War The New Normal. scheerpost.com Branko Marcetic Jacobin ne of the most appalling aspects of the Gaza genocide — besides its near-unprecedented slaughter of children and other innocents and its near-obliteration from existence of an entire society, unpparalleled in the modern era — is that officials in both the United States and Israel were overtly hoping to make it the new, horrifying …
(2026-04-05). Gaza Farmland Is Destroyed, But Some Are Growing Food Even While Displaced. truthout.org Before the war, our home garden was more than just a patch of green. It was a refuge I retreated to whenever the world felt too heavy. Bougainvillea climbed the walls, and flowers in every color filled the corners — tended by my mother as if they were her own children. In one corner stood a pomegranate tree we had brought from a nursery in Beit Lahia in northern Gaza — a city long known as the… |
(2026-04-05). Thursday 4/9: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-05). Iran says 'brotherly' Iraq's ships can use Strait of Hormuz. scmp.com The Iranian military said Iraq is exempt from shipping restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz that have strangled global energy flows for weeks. | "Brotherly Iraq is exempt from any restrictions we have imposed on the Strait of Hormuz," Iran's military spokesman said in an Arabic-language video statement published by state-run Islamic Republic News Agency.
newsday.com (2026-04-05). Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millionsAid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions
(2026-04-04). Gulf oil exporters seek alternative routes as Strait of Hormuz disruptions persist. ecns.cn The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz for over a month, prompting major Gulf oil producers to accelerate efforts to secure alternative export routes.
(2026-04-05). Iran Turns Hormuz Into A Toll Gate Challenging Petrodollar. popularresistance.org Iran has taken its control over the Strait of Hormuz to the next level, effectively moving toward a "toll booth" system on one of the world's most critical energy routes. According to Reuters, Iranian officials and lawmakers are actively considering imposing transit fees on ships passing through the strait, with proposals to charge countries for the movement of oil, gas, and even food supplies in Chinese Yuan. Bloomberg has further reported that vessels are increasingly being required to follow Iranian-coordinated routes and protocols, signaling a shift from free navigation to controlled passage.
(2026-04-05). Wang Yi: Ceasefire a fundamental solution to secure navigation in Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn A ceasefire and an end to hostilities in the Middle East represent the strong appeal of the international community and constitute the fundamental solution to ensuring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-04-05). Iran authorizes passage of ships carrying essential goods to its ports through Hormuz. ecns.cn Iran has authorized the passage of ships carrying essential and humanitarian goods through the Strait of Hormuz to it ports, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported Saturday.
(2026-04-05). Iran attacks Kuwait, Israel after Trump sets deadline for deal. scmp.com Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Kuwait on Sunday, a day after US President Donald Trump said the Islamic republic had 48 hours to cut a deal or face "all Hell". | Kuwait and Israel said their air defences were responding to the latest attacks from Iran, part of the war that erupted more than a month ago with US-Israeli strikes that triggered retaliation by Tehran.
(2026-04-05). The US War on Iran is a US War on Multipolarism. OrinocoTribune.com By Brian Berletic — April 3, 2026 | The US has not only threatened the existence of Iran as a nation-state as well as the security of the entire Middle East, but the death and destruction it has caused has already begun to radiate out across the world in terms of disrupted or destroyed energy exports and rapidly unraveling economic stability. | The US — being energy independent itself — has forced much of the world into an American energy monopoly, having placed sanctions on Russian energy exports and now either seizing, disrupting, or destroying all other potential competitors. | This includes a…
(2026-04-05). Ukraine's Zelensky fears Iran war may lead to less support to fight Russia's invasion. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern that a prolonged US-Israeli war on Iran could further erode America's support for Ukraine as Washington's global priorities shift and Kyiv braces for reduced deliveries of critically needed Patriot air-defence missiles. | Ukraine desperately needed more US-made Patriot air defence systems to help it counter Russia's daily barrages, Zelensky said, speaking to The Associated Press in an exclusive interview on Saturday in Istanbul.
(2026-04-05). A brief history of the Israeli nuclear program, the open secret at the heart of the Iran war. mondoweiss.net 
Israel's nuclear weapons program was secretly developed with financial and diplomatic support from the West. Its nuclear arsenal, estimated at over 90 warheads, remains a leading driver of conflict across the region.
(2026-04-05). EconoScope | Middle East conflict drives up costs, dents demand at U.S. fast food chains. ecns.cn More than a month after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, the economic fallout is reaching American fast-food chains, where rising energy and commodity costs are squeezing margins and weakening consumer demand.
(2026-04-05). Iran remains defiant amid rising threats. ecns.cn Iran kept exchanging fire with Israel and the United States on Friday, with strikes expanding beyond military sites to civilian infrastructure, as Washington issued the latest threat to strike Iranian bridges and power plants.
(2026-04-05). Iran Is Winning The War With The United States. popularresistance.org More than a month has passed since the United States and Israel launched a war of aggression against Iran on February 28. | It is now clear that Iran is winning this war. | The Donald Trump administration has failed to carry out regime change or state collapse. The Iranian government has proven to be resilient. | Tehran has used asymmetric tactics to defend itself, targeting the weak points of the US empire and exacting a heavy price on its military, economy, and allies. | In fact, Iran has successfully destroyed the US military bases in West Asia, forcing many American troops out of the region. The Pentagon is p…
(2026-04-05). Despite the Netanyahu promises, the IDF admits it disarm Hezbollah. haaretz.com With the IDF stretched thin, Israelis exhausted, southern Lebanon destroyed, and the U.S. admitting that it was not ready for such a long campaign, it seems that Iran and its proxy Hezbollah are the only ones prepared for a long and costly war…
(2026-04-05). Israeli Police Violently Suppress Our Growing Anti-War Protests. popularresistance.org For the past month, I have been gathering with fellow Israeli radical left activists in Tel Aviv's Habima Square to protest the war with Iran. What began as a demonstration of barely 20 people has steadily grown: By this past Saturday, there were over 1,000 demonstrators, joined by parts of the more centrist anti-government protest movement, with parallel rallies held in dozens of locations across the country. | This expansion of our anti-war protests appears to have unsettled the Israel Police, which has responded with disproportionate and indiscriminate force.
(2026-04-04). Conflict fuels price fears, deepens political rifts in U.S. ecns.cn People across the United States are beginning to feel the economic impact of the Iran war, which began on Feb 28 when U.S. and Israeli forces launched strikes on Iran.
(2026-04-05). Chris Hedges Report: Will There Be A Ground Invasion Of Iran? popularresistance.org More than one month into the American-Israeli war on Iran, the US military has expended a significant amount of its arsenal and many billions of dollars without making any progress in meeting its illusory and often-changing objectives. As the White House and Pentagon, and the markets, panic, the United States has begun deploying troops and resources to the region in preparation for a possible ground assault. This raises significant questions about what type of campaign the US is capable of waging and whether, as analysts are saying, fighting the Iranian military on its own terrain would be a bloodbath for US troo…
(2026-04-05). Iran's IRGC says hit Israel-linked vessel, ship ablaze. ecns.cn Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy said Saturday that it had hit an Israel-linked vessel with a drone, setting it on fire.
(2026-04-05). Despite Netanyahu promises, IDF admits it disarm Hezbollah. haaretz.com With the IDF stretched thin, Israelis exhausted, southern Lebanon destroyed, and the U.S. admitting that it was not ready for such a long campaign, it seems that Iran and its proxy Hezbollah are the only ones prepared for a long and costly war…
(2026-04-05). Mutual Aid Is A Lifeline For The Million People Displaced By War In Lebanon. scheerpost.com Food, clothing and shelter provided by mutual aid efforts in Lebanon are vital as Israel's escalating war triggers a growing humanitarian crisis. Mehk Chakraborty for Waging Nonviolence Before daybreak on March 2, in response to the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran and assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Hezbollah launched rockets into Israel from Lebanon. Israel …
(2026-04-05). Nine civilians killed by U.S. and Israeli strikes in Iran in past day, Iranian rights group reports. haaretz.com
(2026-04-05). Surging Gas Prices Oil Wars of US-Israel, Iran, Kuwait. juancole.com
(2026-04-05). U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran kill nine people in past day, human rights group says. haaretz.com
(2026-04-05). US War Machine Is Built on Decades of Lies. The Assault on Iran Is No Exception. truthout.org The first casualty of war is the truth. This truism — understandably repeated at the outset of each new U.S. war — is proving itself once again. With all evidence pointing toward U.S. responsibility for the February 28 bombing of Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, President Trump claimed that the attack "was done by Iran." In spreading this blatant misinformation, Trump was not in fact… |
(2026-04-05). Western media accuses Iran of 'escalation,' taking 'hostages' for potentially capturing POW bombing their country. therealnews.com 
The term "hostage" is broadly understood to be the illegitimate capture of a civilian in order to extract concessions from a government or military actor. A "prisoner of war" is broadly understood to be a combatant captured by an adversary in the course of a battle. The former conveys innocence on the part of the captured and illegitimacy, terrorism and criminality on the part of the capturer. The latter conveys a lawful and reasonable response to being attacked by another military actor. Thus, how and why our media is framing Iran's response to the unprovoked attack by the US is of tremendous importance: any…
(2026-04-05). Nurses Forge Alliances to Protect Patients From Trump's Immigration Crackdown. scheerpost.com Marianne Dhenin for Truthout After the House of Representatives passed bills to send $10 billion in funding to the Department of Homeland Security in January, the nation's largest union of registered nurses published a demand that Congress abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). "Nurses demand the removal of immigration enforcement agents from communities, the abolition of ICE, and accountability …
(2026-04-05). F-15E Weapon Systems Officer Shot Down Over Iran Has Been Rescued (Updated). twz.com 
The airman was rescued by U.S. special operations forces reportedly after a fierce firefight that was the culmination of a massive high-risk search operation.
(2026-04-04). Gallup poll: China surpasses the U.S. in 2025 global approval ratings. ecns.cn China surpassed the United States in global approval ratings in 2025, with a median of 36% approving of China's leadership, compared with 31% for the U.S., according to the latest Gallup World Poll data published on Friday.
(2026-04-05). 'If India tries to…': Pakistan warns of striking Kolkata in future conflict in retaliation. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Kolkata has now been added to the list of places Pakistan has warned India about, but like before, these warnings were broad and had no proof. | Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, said on Saturday that if there is any future conflict, it will not stay near the border and could reach deep inside India, even mentioning Kolkata as a possible target. | He said that if India tries any "false flag" operation, Pakistan would respond strongly and could take the conflict to Kolkata. He also claimed that such a plot might involve using their own people or detainees and blaming it on terrorism, but h…
(2026-04-05). Qingming Festival holiday drives tourism surge. ecns.cn The Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, falls on April 5 this year. It is a traditional Chinese festival when people pay tribute to the deceased and honor their ancestors. The holiday also provides a short break for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
(2026-04-05). Sunday Taquitos Donald Trump's Egg Hunt. lataco.com Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
(2026-04-05). Sandstorm hits Beijing, with over 60% traced to southern Mongolia. ecns.cn A sandstorm swept Beijing on Friday as dust was carried in from upstream regions, with southern Mongolia a major source of airborne particles affecting the capital, according to media reports.
(2026-04-05). Harlem, The Black Panthers, And The Return Of 'Power To The People'. popularresistance.org The echoes of 1960s Harlem—free breakfasts, Black Panther patrols, school protests and strikes—returned as I watched modern Black Panthers confront ICE outside Philadelphia City Hall. A late-January 2026 documentary from Radio-Canada followed their patrols and confrontations with officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The report brought back memories of the movement's heyday in the 1960s, when I was an honorary member. | The history of the Black Panthers is deeply tied to protests for civil and political rights, particularly for Black Americans, but also for other marginalized c…
(2026-04-05). Faith Leaders Confront Christian Nationalism With Theological Resistance. truthout.org As federal agents and their state and local supporters began terrorizing communities on Jan. 20, 2025 with renewed vigor granted them by the Trump administration, something happened that may have surprised some observers: Clergy showed up. Not just with humanitarian work like food pantry boxes or grief counseling, but with their bodies, their preaching, their prayers, their public presence and… |
(2026-04-05). 06:30 in Beirut. A little girl, a helium balloon, and a country facing displacement. icrc.org An account by Shawky Amine Eddine, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator, ICRC Lebanon…
(2026-04-05). Wednesday 4/15: Turn Up the Heat: No Tax Dollars for ICE, War, or Genocide. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/uscpraction/event/932037……
(2026-04-05). Thursday 4/9: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-05). No More " Protective Orders" To Silence Apple Whistleblower Ashley Gjovik & Other Workers. indybay.org Apple whistleblower Ashley Gjovik has been fighting for over five years after an illegal firing for trying to get Apple to stop poisoning her and other workers at her office which was located on a toxic dump site and also at her apartment which was next to an illegal Apple Fab factory. Now Apple with the support of a judge is trying to get a protective order to silence her about her health and safety complaints and illegal spying on her by Apple. She spoke out at the San Francisco Federal Court house.
(2026-04-04). NATO at a crossroads: U.S. threatens to walk away. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump recently expressed during an interview that he is "strongly considering" pulling the United States out of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), labelling the alliance a "paper tiger" and declaring that American membership is now "beyond reconsideration."
(2026-04-05). Chinese regulator urges TV industry to curb 'appearance obsession' after drama backlash. ecns.cn China's television regulator has urged the industry to curb "appearance obsession" and refocus on acting and storytelling, following criticism of a popular drama over excessive makeup, according to media reports.
(2026-04-05). Xi extends greetings to president-elect of Myanmar. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping congratulated Min Aung Hlaing on his election as Myanmar's president on Friday, highlighting China's willingness to work with the Southeast Asian country and its president-elect to further promote bilateral relations.
(2026-04-05). Cross-Border Days Of Solidarity Against Rigged Trade Agenda. scheerpost.com On July 1, trade officials from the U.S., Mexico and Canada will be meeting to consider changes to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) — also known as NAFTA 2.0 — the largest and most consequential trade policy of either Trump's terms in office. The Trump administration and others are pushing a rigged trade agenda that puts …
(2026-04-05). Sunday 4/12: Speak Out Socialists Organizing Meeting for International Day. indybay.org Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. Center | 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2026-04-05). Cesar Chavez at 95: Debunking the Myth. indybay.org The real history of Cesar Chavez and the history of the UFW is important for working people today…
(2026-04-05). Colorful, creative kites fly over Adelaide. ecns.cn The sky over Adelaide in southern Australia came alive with hundreds of kites in various colors, sizes and shapes as the Adelaide International Kite Festival 2026 opened on Saturday.
(2026-04-05). Trouble For Nexstar Merger That Would Create Mega-Network For MAGA. popularresistance.org It's not exactly breaking news that President Donald Trump endlessly attacks the media, or that his administration lapdogs quickly echo his gripes. But there's one official who has stood apart, and he's done so by not only mimicking Trump, but by remaking the US media in his boss's image, most recently by rushing through local TV broadcast giant Nexstar's takeover of Tegna. | "Unlike his predecessors, Carr isn't just another corporate lawyer," Rolling Stone's Matt Bai (3/17/26) wrote about Brendan Carr, Trump's Federal Communications Commission chair: | He is a cultural claims adjuster, a pasty-faced, soft-spoken…
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: San José ⚪ -Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-04-05). 'China spa' trend draws global tourists seeking deeper cultural experiences. ecns.cn As "China travel" gains momentum, international visitors are looking beyond sightseeing for more immersive, everyday cultural experiences, with 24-hour spas emerging as a viral trend on social media.
(2026-04-05). The Securitization of Everything. moderndiplomacy.eu The Vocabulary Shift That Changed the Rules Something happened to the word "security" over the past decade, and the consequences are still playing out. It used to have a reasonably clear meaning. Security was about borders, armies, intelligence agencies, and the physical protection of states and citizens — a domain with defined edges. Trade policy …
(2026-04-05). Faculty Fight Anti-Union Tactics At St. John's University In New York. popularresistance.org Sixty-two years ago, St. John's University (SJU) in New York City became the site of the first major faculty strike in U.S. history — a year-long conflict that followed the firing of 33 teachers, including three priests, without due process. Now, the struggle over labor conditions has forced the faculty to once again mobilize, a move precipitated by the current college administration's abrupt announcement that it will no longer recognize two faculty unions or continue negotiations to hash out a new contract. | St. John's president, Rev. Brian J. Shanley, and Provost and Senior Vice President Simon Geir Mà&p…
(2026-04-05). The US-Iran war is more of a geoeconomic game and less of a geopolitical one. moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Sanjay Turi and Praveen Sothwal* In the 1960s, there were various domestic social welfare programs in the US. Very high defense spending and the need to sustain its rivalry with the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), particularly the proxy war in Vietnam, forced the US to print more dollars than it had gold …
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: Free virtual screening of the film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bfgH……
(2026-04-05). Amnesty International Defends US Regime-Change NGOs. counterpunch.org Why are many Latin American countries shutting down nonprofit organizations? Amnesty International claims it has the answer: in every case, it's part of a drive to restrict human rights and "tear up the social fabric." Amnesty's new 95-page report (in Spanish, with an English summary), criticizes governments across the political spectrum for attacking what it calls "civil society organizations." But Amnesty ignores the history of many such organizations and therefore why governments might be justified in closing them. | To read this article, log in
(2026-04-05). How France Turned Lavrov's Platform into a Strategic Communication Operation. moderndiplomacy.eu Russian information doctrine operates on a consistent premise: that the openness of Western media systems is a vulnerability to be exploited. Granting an adversary access to a national broadcast platform at a moment of maximum diplomatic exposure is either a vulnerability or a prepared position. On March 26, France's principal public television channel, France 2, …
(2026-04-05). Joint initiative aims to boost talent in NEV sector. ecns.cn A consortium to jointly cultivate highly skilled talent in the new energy vehicle sector was launched on Friday in Bangkok with support from partners across China and Southeast Asia, aiming to strengthen cooperation in green transport and technical education.
(2026-04-05). China launches crackdown on organized crime, seeks public tips. ecns.cn Public security authorities across China have launched a campaign targeting organized crime groups known as the "six bullies," while urging the public to report suspected illegal activities, according to official notices issued since March.
(2026-04-05). Two Bold Proposals to Tax Wealth Across the Land. scheerpost.com Wealth tax proposals from Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren show a growing appetite to rein in the rich. Chuck Collins for Inequality.org How can the U.S. reverse democracy-distorting concentrations of wealth and power? A federal annual wealth tax must be part of the equation. The richest 0.1 percent — the top one-thousandth of households, …
(2026-04-05). Musician's unions condemn Trump's attack against Bruce Springsteen. indybay.org Bruce Springsteen and Jane Fonda at the 3/28/2026 No Kings rally in Minneapolis.
(2026-04-05). Friday 4/10: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-05). Sunday 5/3: Shop Palestine Spring Bazaar. indybay.org 1101 8th St Ste 100, Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up at Milyar Cafe. indybay.org Milyar Cafe, 3300 Adeline St, Berkeley…
(2026-04-05). Under Israeli restrictions, Palestinian Christians mark quiet Holy Week. aljazeera.com Israeli restrictions disrupt Jerusalem's Holy Week, leaving the Christian Quarter deserted and businesses shuttered.
(2026-04-05). Jacob Between Judaism and Islam: Are Jews Deceivers? muslimskeptic.com Jacob/Ya'qub (peace be upon him) occupies a central and enduring place in both Judaism and Islam, though the theological framing of his significance differs across the two traditions. In Judaism, Jacob's importance is inseparable from his transformation into Israel (Yisrael), the name bestowed upon him after he supposedly "wrestled" with "the divine being" in Genesis …
(2026-04-05). Trump's Bizarre Iran Speech Horrified the World. juancole.com By Jeb Lund | Truthdig Contributor | — | Trump's April 1 Iran speech may mark the moment Trump became America, forever, in the eyes of the world. | (
(2026-04-05). China tightens power bank safety rules, sets 2027 deadline. ecns.cn China has issued a new mandatory national standard for power bank safety, set to take effect on April 1, 2027, introducing stricter requirements to reduce risks such as overheating, overcharging and internal short circuits, according to media reports.
(2026-04-05). Elections in Peru: Extreme Fragmentation and the Weight of Parliamentary Control. OrinocoTribune.com Peru is facing a political crisis that has lasted for a decade, a period in which it has had eight presidents. This instability has been marked by figures aligned with the continuance of Fujimorism and the conservative right. | This critical scenario could be redefined on Sunday, April 12, when general elections will be held with a record 37 presidential candidates and the historic return to a bicameral system of the parliament. | The current crisis stems from the constant confrontation between the presidency and the parliament. The Peruvian Congress has extraordinary power through the constitutional figure of "v…
(2026-04-05). Back-To-Back Victories For Amazon Workers. popularresistance.org New York—In a one-two punch that sent shockwaves through C-Suites, Amazon's embattled workers—many suffering from abominably low pay and facing a company threat to replace 600,000 warehouse workers with robots—won two major victories in their long war to organize the e-commerce monopoly. | First, on March 31, a National Labor Relations Board mediator convinced the firm to not retaliate against any of them, nationwide, who exercise their right to strike. That win cheered the Amazon Labor Union, originally independent but now affiliated with the Teamsters, who announced the victory.
(2026-04-05). Probe underway into failure of rocket launch. ecns.cn The maiden flight of the TL 3, a new heavy-lift model of liquid-propellant carrier rocket, built by Beijing-based private rocket maker Space Pioneer, was unsuccessful on Friday afternoon.
(2026-04-05). Bioproduction drives push for greener growth. ecns.cn In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable solutions to drive development, an innovative production paradigm is quietly revolutionizing industries. Industrial exhaust is being converted into fish feed, used cooking oil into jet fuel, and crop straw into biodegradable film.
(2026-04-05). Friday 4/10: Film Screening & Fundraiser for the Prairieland Defendants. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-05). ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics. truthout.org When Border Patrol agents who took part in Operation Midway Blitz left Chicagoland last November, then-Assistant Homeland Security Secretary Tricia McLaughlin asserted "we aren't leaving Chicago." The same day, reporters with the Sun-Times warned a government source told them that federal immigration agents may return in strength come spring. But as McLaughlin said, they never really left. |
(2026-04-05). Nation expands digital yuan network. ecns.cn China's latest move to expand its digital yuan operator network by adding a dozen new banks signals an acceleration in the central bank's push to extend the digital currency's reach and embed it deeper into the country's financial infrastructure, according to official sources and experts.
(2026-04-05). Monday 4/6: Chris4Mayor2026 Campaign Dinner & Mark Levy Concert. indybay.org 123 Green Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-04-05). The Algerian civil registry during the colonial period. unitedworldint.com A policy to humiliate the Algerian people By Sahifa Sharif, archeologist In Algeria, many families still suffer from the aftereffects of French colonization. France once imposed a patronymic system to accurately recognize the number of Algerians. Following this new system, several transcription errors occurred, as well as the creation of fanciful family names, difficult to …
(2026-04-05). Arrive Alive: road safety tips. sanews.gov.za Arrive Alive: road safety tips | Traffic volumes along major corridors across the country are expected to increase as travellers return from various religious and holiday destinations. | With the majority of road crashes attributed to human behaviour, Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy has urged drivers, passengers and pedestrians to take responsibility for their conduct on shared roads. | Government continues to implement the 365 Days Arrive Alive Road Safety Campaign throughout the year, aimed at reducing road accidents and fatalities. | "Our mandate is clear: to ensure that every South African who sets out o…
(2026-04-05). Fuelling dignity, one refill at a time. sanews.gov.za Fuelling dignity, one refill at a time | By Sihle Manda | In the villages and busy taxi ranks of Rustenburg, North West, blue LPG cylinders are becoming unlikely symbols of dignity and safety. | At the centre of this quiet energy shift is Refilwe Sebothoma, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Hakem Energies, a self-funded enterprise determined to tackle energy poverty while building opportunity from the ground up. | "I am very passionate about entrepreneurship because I believe it is a powerful tool that can help me empower people. Throughout the years, we have done a lot of things in different industries."
(2026-04-05). Iran: Civilians are paying a heavy price amid escalating hostilities. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, Vincent Cassard…
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: Billionaire Takedown at Tesla! indybay.org Tesla showroom at Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto | Enter via Plum Lane and drive straight to the end | Tesla is on your left next to Sephora…
(2026-04-05). Wilder edges retiring Chisora in chaotic heavyweight boxing fight. aljazeera.com Former WBC champion comes out on top in the closely contested fight against his British opponent in London.
(2026-04-05). SCOTUS Rules Against Trans Community on Transgender Day of Visibility. indybay.org On March 31, the day celebrated internationally as Transgender Day of Visibility, the US Supreme Court delivered a major blow to the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The court rejected a Colorado ban on LGBTQ child "conversion therapy", ruling against a law banning the discredited practice on free speech grounds. Demonstrators in Mountain View, CA said the announcement of the ruling was intentionally timed.
(2026-04-05). Thursday 4/23: Mennonite Action April Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/mennonite-actio……
(2026-04-05). 'Kansas Was Going To Be The First Domino That Fell': Red States Are Making Lists Of Trans People As Surveillance Ramps Up. scheerpost.com States including Kansas, Indiana, Texas, and Tennessee are looking to collect information about people who sought gender-affirming care or changed gender markers on documents Nick Fulton for Prism Kansas, Texas, Indiana, Tennessee, and other states are creating lists of trans people, moves that advocates say would make it nearly impossible to exist in a trans …
(2026-04-05). Trump's 'billion-dollar giveaway' actually a refund to free us from costly offshore wind. wattsupwiththat.com In reality, this was a straightforward business transaction: return the lease money, cancel the projects and let the capital flow to energy sources that work.
(2026-04-05). Guardians of the South China Sea. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard vessel Sandu conducted patrols to safeguard China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
(2026-04-05). SFPD-ICE Collusion Protested at Mission Police Station. indybay.org SF a "sanctuary" city?>
(2026-04-05). Yemen's Houthis claim cluster missile attack on Israel's Ben Gurion airport. aljazeera.com Yemen's Houthi military spokesman has claimed responsibility for a strike on Israel's Ben Gurion airport in Jaffa.
(2026-04-05). Wednesday 5/6: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-04). What is space computing, and why move computing power into orbit. ecns.cn What is space computing, and why move computing power into orbit?It could serve as a resilient backup in the event of disruptions to terrestrial networks and provide essential computational support for future deep-space exploration missions.
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: San José ⚪ -Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-04-05). Friday 4/3: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown | *location has recently changed and may change again soon…
(2026-04-05). Friday 6/19: 2026 FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL of transgender and queer performance. indybay.org Z Space | 450 Florida St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-04-05). 'Nothing prepares you': The invisible lives of carers in the UK. aljazeera.com Thrust into the isolated world of caring, a daughter learns how other sole carers cope, some under immense strain.
(2026-04-05). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Central African Republic: Amid ongoing hostilities, Clotilde remains resilient. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Measured in decades: The enduring human cost of anti-personnel mines and other explosive ordnance. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Zionist CA State Senator Scott Wiener Protested at KQED Congressional Debate. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). Qingming in ancient Chinese poetry: Shared longing in spring. ecns.cn
(2026-04-05). When Motherhood Becomes a Responsibility before Being an Option. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). 150 Years of Trust, Humanity and Service in Serbia and Montenegro. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Poland: The First Ever Workshop for Western and Central European National Societies on Involvement in Military Exercises. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). History Shows Iran's Guards Would Shred US Invasion. juancole.com
(2026-04-05). Poland: Families of the missing are not alone. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Convicted felon President Trump lied about launch of Artemis II. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). Turkish Tanker Hit Near Bosphorus Amid Ukraine "Shadow Fleet" Campaign. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). "Every home we know is gone" : Stories of displacement in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Afghanistan: Unexploded ordnances continue devastating communities, mainly children. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Nowruz in the shadow of war: A call to protect civilians. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Sunday 4/26: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Myanmar earthquake response: One year on. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Poland: Communication in a Crisis workshop for National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Jordan: ICRC president concludes official visit to discuss humanitarian situation in the Middle East and joint efforts to revive respect for the rules of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). On war, Trump must remember the wisdom of St. Augustine. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-05). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Afghanistan: Searching for water is a daily battle for many Afghan families. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). ICRC president: War on essential infrastructure is war on civilians; every effort to de-escalate is critical. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Hilltop Youth Kids Are Throwaway Children Used by Settler Organizations. counterpunch.org
(2026-04-05). "These weapons belong in the past" : Decades on, landmines and explosive remnants still kill and destroy lives. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Guardianes de la vida y la salud. radiohc.cu 
Los egresados de la Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina (ELAM) de La Habana, hoy se han convertido en guardianes de la vida y la salud de sus pueblos, tal como lo concibiera el líder de la Revolución Fidel Castro al dejarla inaugurada el 15 de noviembre de 1999. | De sus aulas han egresado 31 676 profesionales de 122 países en sus más de 25 años de fundada, quienes se han consagrado al más noble y humano de los oficios: salvar vidas y preservar salud. | Una de ellas es la chilena, Amaya Candia Neira, que siempre soñó con ser doctora y su país no le ofrecía oportunidades para acceder a la educación superior por no…
(2026-04-05). El orgullo de ser joven revolucionario en Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Con un mensaje de saludo y felicitación del Primer Secretario del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermudez, en toda Cuba se celebraron actividades culturales y deportivas para recordar, este 4 de abril, las fechas fundacionales de las organizaciones infantil y juvenil del país. | En su perfil de twitter, el mandatario cubano cubano publicó: ´Les corresponde canalizar creativamente el talento, la energía, y el entusiasmo natural de la niñez, la adolescencia y la juventud en ambientes sanos, libres de violencia, enajenación y drogas. No olvidemos a (Julio Antonio) Mel…
(2026-04-04). Decoding China's Position on the U.S.-Israeli War Against Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu The launch of large-scale US and Israeli strikes against Iran starting on February 28 enters the second month now. It is undeniable that the U.S. and Israel had plotted the military aggression against Iran during the middle of nuclear negotiations with a view to degrading Tehran's military capabilities and likely precipitating regime change. In any …
(2026-04-04). In Gaza, education is a daily act of quiet resistance. juancole.com ( Around her, other tents stretch across the sandy ground of the camp, where thousands of displaced families now live. Children m…
(2026-04-04). Israelis were a force in New jazz scene. Then came the Gaza war. haaretz.com Shows are canceled, clubs come under attack and politics is dividing the community. The lives of Israeli jazz musicians in New York are no longer the same…
(2026-04-04). Gaza's Christians observe Good Friday mass amid Israeli attacks. newarab.com 
A member of the Board of Trustees of the Orthodox Church in
(2026-04-04). When White House was renamed as 'Epstein Island'. ummid.com In a major embarrassment for Donald Trump, the White House was recently renamed as 'Epstein Island' for some Google Pixel phone users in the United States.
(2026-04-04). Il Volto Del Mondo Libero. globalresearch.ca La foto di copertina di questa puntata di Grandangolo ritrae il presidente Trump che riceve a Mar-a-Lago militari delle forze speciali, con il volto oscurato. Sono quelli che hanno effettuato l'attacco al Venezuela, definito da Trump nel discorso del 1 ∞ …
(2026-04-04). Iran assures safe passage for Philippine ships through Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn Iran has assured the Philippines that Philippine-flagged vessels and Filipino seafarers will be allowed safe and unimpeded passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Thursday.
(2026-04-04). Experts warned for years that a war with Iran would happen this way. strategic-culture.su It's so wild how we keep seeing reports that Iran's retaliation caught the US off guard. For all the years I've been paying attention to this issue I've been reading experts and analysts saying if the US attacks Iran, Iran can close the Strait of Hormuz and strike US bases and the energy infrastructure of…
(2026-04-04). What the Iran conflict means for gas prices, clean energy, and the climate. mronline.org 
U.S. gas prices could hit $7 a gallon if the Strait of Hormuz remains restricted through June. Here's how that could affect EVs, wind, and solar.
(2026-04-04). China's growing North Africa presence a structural challenge for Europe. scmp.com China's investments in North Africa have intensified in 2026, building on long-standing Belt and Road Initiative frameworks while accelerating amid the US-Israeli war with Iran. | With 40-50 per cent of China's seaborne oil imports traditionally passing through the Strait of Hormuz, which is now blocked to most container traffic, Beijing has sought to diversify energy sources away from Gulf Arab states.
(2026-04-04). Iran war: Senegal limits foreign visits for ministers as fallout from conflict deepens. scmp.com The Senegalese government has banned all but essential foreign trips for government ministers as part of cost-saving measures triggered by the energy crisis linked to the Iran war. | Senegal, like many African countries, imports most of the petroleum products it consumes, leaving its economy vulnerable to supply disruptions such as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has sent the price of crude soaring.
(2026-04-04). UAE squeezes Iranian economic lifeline in retaliation for attacks. scmp.com The United Arab Emirates has begun retaliating against Iran's incessant air strikes on its industrial infrastructure by squeezing the economic lifeline it has long extended to the sanctions-bound Islamic Republic. | Rather than taking sweeping measures that would signal an escalation beyond its purely defensive posture, the UAE this week quietly banned most Iranians from entering the country or transiting its airports. The UAE is home to more than half a million Iranians, many of whom are…
(2026-04-04). Strike near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant kills 1, says IAEA. scmp.com The ‚Å International ‚Å Atomic Energy Agency ‚Å on Saturday said that it has been informed by Iran ‚Äåabout a projectile striking close to the premises of the Bushehr nuclear power plant. | The IAEA said in ‚Å an X post that one ‚Äåof the site's physical protection staff members was ‚Äåkilled by a projectile ‚Å fragment ‚Å and that a building on site ‚Äåwas affected by shock waves and fragments. | "No increase ‚Äåin ‚Äåradiation levels was &s…
(2026-04-04). Ground War With Iran? Chris Hedges and Larry Wilkerson Warn of a Catastrophe Washington May Already Be Sliding Toward. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff In a stark and unsettling conversation on The Chris Hedges Report, journalist Chris Hedges sits down with retired Army Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson to confront a question now hanging over Washington's war planning: Is the United States preparing to send ground forces into Iran? The interview arrives at a moment when the American-Israeli war …
(2026-04-04). War in Iran Tests the Petrodollar as China's Yuan Gains Ground. moderndiplomacy.eu A five-week conflict is forcing a quiet but significant shift in how the world pays for oil The US-Israeli war on Iran which started five weeks ago requires people to reevaluate the petrodollar system which has supported American financial strength for more than fifty years. Analysts believe that as Iran establishes yuan-based tolls for oil …
(2026-04-04). 5 wounded after Iran fires missiles at Tel Aviv area; Cluster munition hits near Kirya defense ministry HQ. haaretz.com Several buildings were damaged in Ramat Gan, Bnei Brak, Givatayim, Petah Tikva and Rosh Ha'ayin in two separate barrages. Moshe, who survived a blast in his building, said, 'Everything collapsed around me, and I remained seated, in complete shock'…
(2026-04-04). UAE death toll hits 10 as intercepted Iranian strikes cause deadly debris. geo.tv 
Smoke rising from an area near the Dubai International Airport is seen through the windshield of a vehicle, after a drone attack hit a fuel tank, according to Dubai authorities, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 16, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-04-04). Why stopping Iran's missile threat is so difficult. moderndiplomacy.eu Iranian missiles and drones have continued to target important energy facilities and other sites in Gulf countries and the broader Middle East. The U. S. and Israel aim to neutralize Iran's missile and drone capabilities, but this task is anticipated to be challenging. Before the war, Iran possessed the largest stockpile of ballistic missiles in …
(2026-04-04). Second Trump Presidency and NATO Alliance: Will Trump Walk Away from NATO? moderndiplomacy.eu The recent escalation between Iran and US-Israel has once again reinstated President Trump's views on NATO alliance as he openly warned of withdrawing from the Treaty. In order to counter the communist threat during the Cold War, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization was established on April 4, 1949 by Western bloc. The main objective of …
(2026-04-04). Israel targets Iran-backed Hezbollah sites in Lebanon in fresh strikes. scmp.com The Israeli military said on Saturday it had begun striking "Hezbollah infrastructure" in Beirut after it destroyed a bridge in eastern Lebanon to prevent the Iran-backed group's reinforcements from crossing. | Two loud explosions were heard in the capital within half an hour early on Saturday, with smoke billowing from one of them.
(2026-04-04). Iran braces as US expected to respond to downing of two aircraft. newarab.com 
Iran is reportedly bracing for a harsh response from the US after it shot down two F-15 fighter jets. | Israeli broadcaster Kan 11 said on Friday evening, citing official sources, that Israel was preparing for two more weeks of war. | Israel is reportedly planning for this by postponing new appointments and delaying the change of commanders of the Israeli air force and navy, which had been planned for around 10 days. | According to the sources, Israel has already drawn up a list of targets to attack in Iran in the coming weeks, including key infrastructure such as bridges and more energy and oil facilities. | The…
(2026-04-04). 'Black Day': Iran Downed 2 US-Israeli Jets, 2 Missiles, and 3 Drones in 24 Hours. OrinocoTribune.com Iranian armed forces announced that its air defense forces downed at least two fighter jets and five drones and missiles on Friday, describing it as a "black day" for the American and Israeli air forces. | In a statement released Saturday, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) public relations wing detailed a series of successful interceptions across multiple Iranian provinces. | The IRGC's Aerospace Defense Force fighters successfully hunted and destroyed two cruise missiles in the skies of Khomein and Zanjan, according to the statement. | Additionally, two MQ-9 attack drones were shot down in the skies of…
(2026-04-04). Escalating Tensions: U.S.-Iran Conflict Reaches Critical Point. devdiscourse.com U.S. and Israeli military forces are intensifying their actions against Iran as hostilities escalate in the Gulf region. This comes amid the search for a missing American pilot after the downing of two U.S. warplanes over Iran. The incident has heightened stakes for Washington, with President Donald Trump issuing a stern warning to Tehran.
(2026-04-04). UN chief renews call for US, Israel to stop war against Iran. ecns.cn United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday reiterated his call for the United States and Israel to stop the war against Iran, and for Iran to stop attacking its neighbors.
(2026-04-04). 8 killed, 95 wounded in U.S.-Israeli attacks on bridge in N. Iran. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 2 ⚪ At least eight civilians were killed and 95 others wounded in U.S.and Israeli attacks on a bridge in Irans northern Alborz province on Thursday, the official news agency IRNA reported.
(2026-04-04). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-04). Iran Is Piercing Israel's Ballistic Missile Defenses With High Altitude Cluster Warhead Releases. twz.com 
Unleashing submunitions at high altitudes has helped Iran to get through Israel's terminal missile defenses, and is a tactic others will likely seize upon.
(2026-04-04). Sri Lankan Tamil bourgeois parties support US-Israeli war on Iran. wsws.org The silence of these parties cannot disguise their ongoing backing for US imperialism and its war as is demonstrated by the handful of comments that have been made.
(2026-04-04). United Airlines cancels flights to Israel until September over Iran war. haaretz.com The carrier joins the American airline Delta and the Canadian carrier Air Canada, which are scheduled to return to Israel in early September…
(2026-04-04). Irán reporta "día negro" para Estados Unidos e Israel tras derribar varias aeronaves enemigas. cubadebate.cu El Cuerpo de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica de Irán (CGRI) calificó este viernes de "día negro" para Estados Unidos e Israel sus recientes operaciones antiaéreas, en las que interceptó y destruyó un caza avanzado, helicópteros, drones y misiles enemigos.
(2026-04-04). Trump imposes 100% tariff on certain pharmaceuticals imports. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday imposed a 100 percent ad valorem tariff on imports of certain patented pharmaceuticals and associated pharmaceutical ingredients.
(2026-04-04). Lahore Qalandars Crush Multan Sultans in High-Scoring PSL 11 Thriller. thinktank.pk The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 witnessed an exciting clash as defending champions Lahore Qalandars secured a 20-run victory over Multan Sultans in a rain-shortened 13-over match at Gaddafi Stadium. After a delay of nearly two hours due to persistent rain, Multan's captain Ashton Turner won the toss and elected to bowl first, a …
(2026-04-04). Review finds 'clear evidence of sexism and misogyny within the PSNI'. thecanary.co 
A review aimed at improving the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI)'s handling of domestic violence, violence against women and girls (VAWG) and misogyny has: …identified clear evidence of sexism and misogyny within the PSNI. The report arrives following renewed focus on the North of Ireland having the worst rate of femicide across Britain and […] | By
(2026-04-04). One of Michigan's Oldest Charter Schools Is Failing and May Be Closing. globalresearch.ca Like so many charter schools across the country, Barack Obama Leadership Academy in Detroit, Michigan, may soon be closing for the same reasons charter schools fail and close every week (declining enrollment, financial malfeasance, mismanagement, and/or low academic performance). | Timbuktu …
(2026-04-04). How to Open Savings Account Online in Just 3 Minutes. ummid.com Online Savings Accounts are becoming popular because they offer greater convenience and speed compared to traditional banking. Instead of visiting a bank branch and completing physical paperwork, users can open and manage their accounts digitally through a mobile app or online platform.
(2026-04-04). Iran conflict could spike China's 'bad inflation' risk. moderndiplomacy.eu China is facing potential economic challenges as deflation risks could worsen due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. Economists warn that this situation might lead to "bad inflation," while weak consumer demand and decreased external markets limit the economy's resilience. China has advantages like strategic oil reserves and a regulated energy market, which offer more …
(2026-04-04). The war comes home: How working-class communities in the South are pulled into endless U.S. wars. liberationnews.org 
Working-class communities provide the labor & the sacrifice. A political & economic elite decides the wars and who to send to die.
(2026-04-04). UPSC CSE 2026: Jamia Millia RCA invites applications for free coaching. ummid.com The Centre for Coaching and Career Planning, the Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) at Jamia Millia Islamia has invited applications for the free coaching with hostel facility from Minorities, SCs, STs and women who wish to appear in UPSC Civil Services Preliminary as well as Main exam 2026.
(2026-04-04). US says it arrested relatives of slain Iran general Soleimani. newarab.com 
Two family members of slain Iranian general "Last night, the niece and grand niece of deceased Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Major General Qassem Soleimani were arrested by federal agents following Secretary of State Marco Rubio's termination of their lawful permanent resident (LPR) status," a department statement said. | It identified the niece as Hamideh Soleimani Afsha…
(2026-04-04). UAE condemns 'acts of vandalism' at its embassy in Damascus. newarab.com 
The In a statement, the UAE's foreign ministry called on
(2026-04-04). 7 Ways to Grow Your Savings Account This Year. ummid.com A Savings Account is often the first step towards financial discipline, read seven practical ways to grow your Savings Account balance this year.
(2026-04-04). Arizona missing girl Christina Plante found alive after 32 years, cold case finally solved. ptcnews.tv Arizona missing girl found news: A woman, who went missing as a teenager more than three decades ago in the United States, has been found alive. Christina Marie Plante, who disappeared in 1994 at the age of 13, has now been located. Gila County Sheriff's Office, which had kept the case open for years despite the lack of concrete leads, has made the announcement.Christina had gone missing from Star Valley, a small town near Phoenix, under mysterious circumstances. According to initial reports, she had stepped out to check on her horse at a nearby stable but never returned home. Over the years, her case remained a…
(2026-04-04). Trump Axed Nearly $1B in Solar Funding as Puerto Rico Faces Power Outages. truthout.org María Pérez lost power for about three months after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico in September 2017. Her home in Salinas, on the island's southern coast, sits near a river. As the hurricane knocked out the island's grid and sent rainwaters surging down from the mountains, Perez's house flooded with a swirling mix of muddy water and animal feces, rising 3 feet high and warping the hallways. |
(2026-04-04). Ronaldo, Sadio Mane score brace as Al-Nassr defeats Al-Najma 5-2. ummid.com In a comeback match, Cristiano Ronaldo led from the front, helping Al-Nassr defeat Al-Najma 5-2 in the Saudi Pro League 27th round Friday April 03, 2026.
(2026-04-04). US arrests niece and grandniece of slain Iran general Qassem Soleimani. scmp.com The Trump administration has revoked the green cards or US visas of at least four Iranian nationals connected to the current or former Iranian government, including two who have been detained by immigration authorities and are to be deported. | The latest actions were taken just this week when Secretary of State Marco Rubio determined they were no longer eligible for either lawful permanent resident status, or to enter the United States. The steps follow a move late last year in which the visas of…
(2026-04-04). All eyes on Cristiano Ronald as Al-Nassr readies to take on Al Najma. ummid.com All eyes are on Cristiano Ronaldo as Al Nassr FC gears up to take on Al Najma SC Friday April 03, 2026 as part of the 27th round of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 coming after Eid break.
(2026-04-04). Freed Palestinian prisoner dies in Egypt amid neglect concerns. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Authority previously suspended Dr Fadi Kassab, the medical advisor at the Palestinian embassy in
(2026-04-04). Indonesia receives bodies of peacekeepers killed in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Foreign Minister Sugiono told reporters that Indonesia wants a thorough UN investigation into the deaths.
(2026-04-04). Countdown begins for Artemis 2 launch: How to watch Live. ummid.com NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida is all set to launch Artemis 2- the American space agency's first Moon Mission since 1972, Wednesday April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-04). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2004-04-26). CAS imposes lifetime ban on Pakistan weightlifting officials for doping violations. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has welcomed the Court of Arbitration for Sport Anti-Doping Division's ruling imposing lifetime bans on former Pakistan Weightlifting Federation President Hafiz Imran Butt and coach Irfan Butt for serious anti-doping rule violations. | The PSB described the decision as a major step in safeguarding the integrity of sport and ensuring accountability for individuals involved in systemic doping practices. | A spokesperson for the board said the CAS ruling independently validates PSB's firm stance against doping in Pakistan. | "We had already taken decisive action in November 2025, s…
(2026-04-04). UAH v6.1 Global Temperature Update for March, 2026: +0.38 deg. C. wattsupwiththat.com The Version 6.1 global average lower tropospheric temperature (LT) anomaly for March, 2026 was +0.38 deg. C departure from the 1991-2020 mean, statistically unchanged from the February, 2026 value of +0.39 deg. C.
(2026-04-04). Canada and natural gas and fertilizer and get on it. wattsupwiththat.com Chasing Chinese EVs is ideological nonsense; building the world's biggest fertilizer industry should be Canada's number one priority.
(2026-04-04). US Loses F-15 A-10 Warplanes as Costs Rise Amid War on Iran. thealtworld.com The US has lost an F-15 and A-10 warplane over Iran within a short span of time; | While this is a tactical snapshot that may betray strategic reality, it poses possible implications regarding Iranian air defense capabilities and strategies based on air ambushes; | If further incidents like this take place, it may force the US to scale back sorties over Iran and depend more on stand-off strikes, reducing the pace and intensity of US aggression; | It is important to back up possible strategic implications with more than a single tactical snapshot meaning only time will tell regarding the significance of this…
(2026-04-04). Trump Relies on Centuries-Old Notions of Whiteness to Activate His MAGA Base. truthout.org I was appalled and sickened by the AI-generated image of the Obamas as apes on Donald Trump's Truth Social account on February 5, 2026. Bear in mind that this shameless anti-Black vitriol came out on this year's 100th anniversary of Black History Month. In response to the justifiable backlash to the racist image, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, "Please stop the fake outrage and report on… |
(2026-04-04). Wills, power of attorney and more: What Pennsylvania estate planning lawyers want you to know. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Estate planning isn't just for the rich and wealthy, and it doesn't usually involve a dramatic reading of someone's will or sinister plots among competitive heirs like Hollywood would make you believe. | Creating a will, power of attorney and advance health care directives can ensure that your wishes are honored when it comes to financial decisions, distribution of assets, medical treatments and end-of-life interventions. | People may feel more urgency to make these legal do…
(2026-04-04). Three suspects ordered to stay in UK custody over Jewish charity attack. aljazeera.com The Metropolitan Police said the three men were charged with arson after setting ambulances on fire.
(2026-04-04). Russia, Ukraine strikes kill 10 as Zelensky travels to Turkey for talks. scmp.com Russia and Ukraine traded deadly strikes overnight and on Saturday morning, killing 10 people and wounding several dozen more, officials on both sides said on Saturday. | The attacks came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travelled to Istanbul for talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. | He will also meet with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the spiritual leader of Eastern Orthodox Christians.
(2026-04-03). Dolores Huerta and Farmworkers Overshadowed by Cesar Chavez Finally Get Their Due. portside.org Dolores Huerta and Farmworkers Overshadowed by Cesar Chavez Finally Get Their Due |
(2026-04-04). 'A Moral Obscenity': Trump Budget Pairs Record Military Boost With Billions in Cuts to Social Programs. progressivehub.net JAKE JOHNSON | COMMON DREAMS…
(2026-04-04). Data Centers, Hot Air, and the Reinvention of the Urban Heat Island. wattsupwiththat.com Researchers examined more than 6,000 data centers worldwide and found that surrounding areas experienced an average land surface temperature increase of about 2 ∞C…
(2026-04-04). The Malvinas: Sovereignty, Alignments and Projection 44 Years After the War. OrinocoTribune.com By María Clara Albisu — April 2, 2026 | The Malvinas War, which began on April 2, 1982, was a military conflict that profoundly marked Argentina's history. Argentina's decision to reclaim the islands by force, in a context of dictatorship, received a strong response from the United Kingdom. | British military superiority and US support tipped the balance, resulting in reaffirmation of British control over the islands, which it has occupied since 1833. This event, although painful, consolidated the claim to sovereignty as an irrenounceable state policy of Argentina. | Forty-four years after the start of the w…
(2026-04-04). Iran Refuses To Meet/Deal With US Gov, Troops Deployed In Iran The "Donald Trump Has Changed" Lie. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4/3/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the
(2026-04-04). Fuzhou residents visit cemeteries to honor ancestors. ecns.cn As the Qingming Festival approaches, residents visit cemeteries in Fuzhou, honoring their ancestors with flowers.
(2026-04-04). Israel bombs Tyre in Lebanon after ordering residents to flee. newarab.com 
Israel's military renewed its strikes on the southern Lebanese city of Israel has The Israeli army struck three buildings it had warned people to evacuate, according…
(2026-04-04). Rights groups raise alarm after Iran executes 2 more opposition group members. scmp.com Iran on Saturday executed two men convicted of membership in a banned opposition group and carrying out disruptive actions aimed at overthrowing the Islamic Republic, the judiciary said. | The executions were the latest in a series targeting members of the banned People's Mojahedin Organisation of Iran (MEK), after four other convicted members of the group were put to death earlier in the week.
(2026-04-04). PSNI chief constable admits use of Israeli spyware by his force. thecanary.co 
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) chief constable Jon Boutcher has admitted that his officers make use of phone hacking software made by Israeli company Cellebrite. Amnesty International have previously reported how Serbian authorities have used the technology to undermine journalists and broader civil society within Serbia. Boutcher made the confession during the PSNI's monthly […] | By
(2026-04-04). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-04). Food Shock Is Inevitable Due to the Iran War — and It Could Get Bad. portside.org Food Shock Is Inevitable Due to the Iran War — and It Could Get Bad |
(2026-04-04). Workers Struggles: Asia and Australia. wsws.org Doctors strike across Sri Lanka; Australian rail workers locked out by state government over limited work bans.
(2026-04-04). Makkah International Airport gets official nod. ummid.com The Holy City of Makkah al Mukarramah is finally set to get its own international airport.
(2026-04-04). Trump's $1.5 Trillion Pentagon Budget Will Make US Weaker. scheerpost.com William Hartung for Common Dreams It has been reported that the Pentagon on Friday will release a proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027 of almost $1.5 trillion, with approximately $1.15 trillion in discretionary spending contained in the department's regular annual budget and an additional $350 billion dependent on Congress including it in a separate budget reconciliation bill. Whatever vehicles …
(2026-04-04). US-Iran War: Two US warplanes shot down, F-15E crash in Iran, A-10 Warthog down in Kuwait, pilot missing. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has taken a serious turn after two American warplanes were brought down in a single day. This has made the situation more tense.&n | US-Iran War: Two US warplanes shot down, F-15E crash in Iran, A-10 Warthog down in Kuwait, pilot missing…
(2026-04-04). A few months after deadly raid, police storm Bedouin village, fire stun grenades, residents say. haaretz.com Tarabin residents reported that police fired stun grenades and rubber bullets and damaged cars, adding that forces confiscated an ATV on the suspicion it was stolen and detained an elderly woman before 'returning with reinforcements to provoke people'…
(2026-04-04). Trio facing arson charges over UK Jewish ambulance attack. newarab.com 
Three young men have been charged with arson over British citizens Hamza Iqbal, 20, and Rehan Khan, 19, will appear on Saturday at Westminster court alongside an unnamed 17-year-old UK-Pakistani dual-national over the March 23 attack. | The three were arrested at separate addresses in east London on Wednesday. | They were charged with arson, "being reckless as to whether life would be endangered," the capital's…
(2026-04-04). Double Jeorpady: Karamoja Lacks Tractors, yet Ploughing Oxen were Stolen by Warriors. plusnews.ug 
Farmers in the Karamoja sub-region are facing significant challenges in tilling their lands due to limited access to tractor services, to they rely on manual labor. Lack of tractors remains a persistent problem, especially during the rainy season when timely cultivation is crucial. John Robert Adupa, the LC3 Chairperson of Lotisan Sub-County in Moroto district, …
(2026-04-04). Trump Threatens NATO: Kiev and EU Trying to 'Repair' NATO: By Attacking Russia in Hopes of Provoking Retaliation. globalresearch.ca In the last several days, With Trump's attack on …
(2026-04-04). Trump's plan to fund world war through social counter-revolution. wsws.org On Friday, the Trump administration unveiled a budget blueprint centered on a vast escalation of military spending. In its Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, the White House is asking Congress to approve roughly $1.5 trillion for "defense"—that is, for military aggression—which would be the highest level of military spending in modern history.
(2026-04-04). Greenwashing: How companies pretend to be eco-friendly. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-04). US commits nearly all of stealthy long-range missiles to Iran war. scmp.com The next steps in the US military campaign against Iran will commit nearly its entire inventory of stealthy JASSM-ER cruise missiles, drawing them from stockpiles devoted to other regions. | The order to pull the US$1.5 million weapon from Pacific stockpiles was issued at the end of March, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter.
(2026-04-04). 4 key takeaways from the WHYY Civic News Summit. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Journalists, students, content creators, news consumers and media experts gathered at WHYY headquarters Saturday for the second day of the Panels explored a myriad of topics, including how to develop meaningful community engagement journalism initiatives, the importance of journalism programs in schools, tips for creating podcasts and the role of collaborative journalism…
(2026-04-04). MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Download: Read Notification. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has released an important notification regarding the MHT CET 2026 Admit Card download that the candidates must read while they prepare for the important Entrance Exam.
(2026-04-04). Rocky Brands: driving job creation. sanews.gov.za Rocky Brands: driving job creation | By More Matshediso | Rishav Juglall is not just an entrepreneur; he is the man behind Rocky Brands, a business that has created 48 employment opportunities. | Based in Midrand, Rocky Brands manufactures and supplies high-quality cleaning products to retailers across South Africa. | In 2022, his business was named Pick n Pay Business Supplier of the Year. Furthermore, in 2023, his company secured R15.7 million in blended funding from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). | The IDC, an entity of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic), drives job creatio…
(2026-04-04). RBSE Rajasthan 12th Result 2026 Announced – Check Here. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Ajmer has announced the result of Class 12 exams held in 2026 on its official website rajresults.nic.in and other associate websites.
(2026-04-04). UAW presidential candidate Will Lehman calls for support for Nexteer workers. wsws.org Nexteer Automotive workers in Saginaw, Michigan have delivered an enormous rebuke to the United Auto Workers bureaucracy by voting down a UAW-backed concessions contract by 96 percent.
(2026-04-04). OC Arrested over Fatal Shooting of Suspect's Brother. plusnews.ug Police in Busoga East have confirmed the arrest of the Officer in Charge of Buwunga Police Station, Innocent Wagaba, following the fatal shooting of a civilian during an operation in Bugiri District. The deceased has been identified as Alamanzani Mugoya, 33, a resident of Nambale Village in Buwunga Sub-county. According to preliminary reports, Wagaba led …
(2026-04-04). Iran War: Prospects of a US Ground Invasion of Kharg Island. According to Trump: "… Some Stupid People Say Why are You Doing That? But they are Stupid" globalresearch.ca Anyone tuned into Trump's 'national address to the American people' expecting an 'important update' would have been disappointed…
(2026-04-04). Census 2027 1st phase starts today: What you need to do. ummid.com India has started Census or headcount of the country's over a billion population from today i.e. April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-04). Political Firestorm Ignites in Assam as Election Day Nears. devdiscourse.com With just a week remaining until the polling day, Assam's political scene was set ablaze on Saturday with heated verbal exchanges. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma boldly asserted that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will secure "90 to 100 seats" in the forthcoming elections. He termed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi a "registered paagal," a derogatory remark swiftly countered by Assam Pradesh Congress Committee chief Gaurav Gogoi. Gogoi described Sarma as "desperate," predicting the end of what he called "ten years of oppression and corrupt administration." The stage is now set for an intensely polarized c…
(2026-04-04). Russian strike on Ukraine market kills five, wounds 25. newarab.com 
A Russian drone hit a covered market in the eastern Ukrainian city of Nikopol on Saturday, killing five people and wounding 25, officials said, as Moscow pressed on with intensified daytime attacks. | Russia has been firing aerial broadsides at Ukraine throughout its The market in Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk region, was hit at 9: 50 am (0650 GMT), the local prosecutor's office said. | Regional governor, Oleksandr Ganja, said in a Telegram post that three w…
(2026-04-04). 'Liar' Farage accused of copying Zack Polanski Rupert Lowe. thecanary.co 
Farage's his Reform have started their own podcast — you know — like that Zack Polanski did. On the one hand, this is understandable, because a good idea is a good idea. On the other hand, Reform — as ever — have decided to push the truth to breaking point: "do things differently" = "copy the […] | By
(2026-04-04). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-04). Forest Service overhaul sows confusion and concern. grist.org 
On March 31, the U.S. Forest Service announced plans to move its headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Salt Lake City, Utah. It will also close or repurpose all nine of its regional offices, create 15 state offices, and shutter research and development facilities in more than 30 states. According to
(2026-04-04). Whistleblowing To Stop A War. thedissenter.org 
In Daniel Ellsberg's memoir, "Secrets," he recalled how his disclosure of the Pentagon Papers set off a "train of events" that shortened the Vietnam War and discouraged President Richard Nixon from further bombing Laos and Cambodia.Ellsberg's whistleblowing effectively limited Nixon's ability to wage war secretly and with unchecked authority. It remains a major example for all military or national security whistleblowers, and throughout the twilight years of his life, he often appealed to government insiders to tell the truth like he did. A month into an illegal and illegitimate war on Ira…
(2026-04-04). Israeli measures tighten grip on Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque. aljazeera.com Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque sees intensified control, with Israeli measures resembling policies applied at Al-Aqsa Mosque.
(2026-04-04). You've become redundant: Oracle to 30K terminated employees. ummid.com In another round of lay-off, software major Oracle Tuesday March 31, 2026 fired around 30,000 employees saying they have become redundant.
(2026-04-04). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-04). Iran's Shadow War May Extend to the Sahel. moderndiplomacy.eu In the early hours of a recent morning, surveillance aircraft tracked an unmarked convoy crossing the desert corridors linking the Sahel to the Atlantic coast. It carried no insignia, followed no declared route—and yet, it revealed a growing strategic reality: instability in peripheral regions rarely stays there. The war unfolding around Iran may be centered …
(2026-04-04). Experiencias positivas en operaciones con nuevas emisiones monetarias. cubadebate.cu Mientras se estrenan los billetes de alta denominación en el sistema bancarios, clientes y empleados resaltan los beneficios de contar con más opciones dentro del actual cono monetario cubano, los valores desde el punto de vista gráfico y simbólico al incorporar la imagen de patriotas cubanas; la funcionalidad, la seguridad y la agilización de las operaciones.
(2026-04-04). Cienfuegos refuerza el antiimperialismo y la defensa de la Patria en Jornada 4 de abril. radiohc.cu 
El antiimperialismo y la defensa de la Patria se refuerzan en la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos durante la presente jornada, por el 4 de abril, aniversarios 64 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas (UJC) y 65 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí (OPJM). | La Jornada se extenderá hasta el 19 de abril, también por el aniversario 65 de la Victoria de Playa Girón y la proclamación del carácter Socialista de nuestra Revolución, informó la miembro del Buró del Comité Provincial de la UJC, Adriana López Samá. | Los propios jóvenes rechazan el bloqueo del gobierno estadounidense contra Cuba que se acrecienta con el ased…
(2004-04-26). Everybody's talking about Italy after World Cup flop. tribune.com.pk 
Italy's latest World Cup failure has triggered a national inquest, with Saturday's Serie A press conferences inevitably dominated by questions about where it all went wrong and what needs to be done. | Italy missed a third straight World Cup after a playoff loss to Bosnia on Tuesday, prompting both manager Gennaro Gattuso and federation chief Gabriele Gravina to step down. Genoa manager Daniele De Rossi knows what it takes not only to reach a World Cup, but to win one, having been part of Italy's triumphant 2006 squad. | Ahead of his side's match at Juventus on Monday, a question abo…
(2026-04-04). Trabaja Guantánamo por enrumbar el incremento de las exportaciones. cubadebate.cu Para el segundo semestre del año, se prevé que a los tradicionales rubros exportables de la provincia de Guantánamo, entre ellos el café, la miel de abeja y derivados del coco y el cacao, se incorporen productos que están en fomento como el tetí (alevín marino) y la fibra larga de coco.
(2026-04-04). Atletico Madrid 1-2 Barcelona: La Liga — as it happened. aljazeera.com All our live updates, including post-match reaction, of the Spanish top-flight match.
(2026-04-04). Lewandowski claims late La Liga win for Barcelona at Atletico. aljazeera.com Barcelona move seven points clear of Real Madrid at the top of Spanish football's La Liga after beating Atletico 2-1.
(2026-04-04). Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: La Liga preview — teams, start time, lineups. aljazeera.com Barcelona will be without Raphinha for all three rapid-fire matches against Atletico Madrid in the coming weeks.