(2026-01-20). Sultana demands complicit states pay for 'genocidal destruction' in Gaza. thecanary.co 
In a post on X, Your Party MP Zarah Sultana has exposed Trump's 'Board of Peace' as a front for war criminals and profiteers. Sultana then demanded that Israel, the US and 'every complicit state' should be responsible for the whopping $70bn cost to repair the destruction caused during the genocide on Gaza. Sultana's statement […] | By
(2026-01-20). Israel prevents French nurse from re-entering Gaza, after she spoke up about their genocide. thecanary.co 
When Iman Ma'arfi set foot in the Gaza Strip for the first time, she carried nothing but a first aid kit and heavy questions about the meaning of Israel's blockade and genocide. She had an idea of what it would be like in theory, but she soon discovered that what war does is not limited […] | By
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). Starmer's war on Palestine speech is too much even for Trump regime. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's war on anti-genocide speech and protest is too much even for Donald Trump's US regime. Trump may be in the middle of a fascist war on US citizens, but Starmer's pro-Israel 'lawfare' on pensioners, disabled people and other humanitarians is beyond the pale. Trump's 'free speech tsar', Under Secretary of State for Public […] | By
(2026-01-20). Human rights group applies for UK sanctions on Netanyahu. thecanary.co 
A UK human rights group has formally applied to the government for sanctions against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu for "incitement to commit genocide". Lawyers for the Arab Organisation for Human Rights UK (AOHRUK) have lodged the application with the Foreign Office today, 20 January 2026. In it, AOHRUK demands financial sanctions and a travel ban […] | By
(2026-01-20). American, Israeli Elites: Embrace the Truth! globalresearch.ca The Board of Peace established by US president, Donald Trump, to supervise the temporary governance of Gaza will not overcome the killings in that strip or resolve the deeper crisis that blights the land. Why? Because it does not …
(2026-01-20). Respiratory Virus Claims Lives in Gaza as Health System Nears Total Collapse. globalresearch.ca A senior Gaza health official warned Monday that a dangerous respiratory virus is spreading rapidly across the enclave, claiming lives and pushing an already shattered healthcare system to the brink of total collapse. | Mohammed Abu Salmiya, medical director of Al-Shifa …
(2026-01-20). Radlibs in the Big Prison: On Workshops4Gaza. indybay.org Social media platforms are not safe spaces where you can assume others are telling the truth, any more than offline spaces are. There should be further & deeper consideration of how the centuries-old cultures dominating the human world at present continue to reproduce themselves among their professed critics & opponents.
(2026-01-20). Should Australia Join Trump's 'Board Of Peace'? Here Are 5 Key Points To Consider. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) US President Donald Trump has announced the formation of his Board of Peace , inaugurating the second phase of his 20-point peace plan for Gaza.The board has already …
(2026-01-20). From Sumatra to Gaza to Caracas: ‚Ä®Extractivism, Political Violence, and the Value Law of Global Capitalism. globalresearch.ca Palestine is often treated as a stand-alone tragedy, a domestic war executed as exceptionally complicated, sensitive, or disinterested in the daily lives of people in the rest of the world. This is not only misleading, but it is also politically …
(2026-01-20). Trump's Costly Gaza Peace Board Faces Rejection As Canada Snubs And France Slams Invite Over UN Row. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) Canada and France have both signaled they will not join Donald Trump's proposed Board of Peace, an initiative initially designed to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza but …
(2026-01-20). Sunday 1/25: Curated Gift Collection and FIne Jewelry Fundraiser For Gaza. indybay.org 389 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA (across from the Kensington Farmers' Market)…
thejakartapost.com (2026-01-19). Who has been invited to be on Trump's Gaza boards? The White House said that under Trump's plan, there would be a main board, chaired by Trump himself, a Palestinian committee of technocrats meant to govern the war-wracked territory, and a second "executive board" that appears designed to have a more advisory role.
cebudailynews.inquirer.net (2026-01-19). $1 billion gets a permanent seat to Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza A $1 billion contribution secures permanent membership on the Trump-led board instead of a three-year appointment, which has no contribution requirement, according to a U.S. official who spoke on condition of anonymity about the charter, which hasn't been made public.
(2026-01-20). A Distraction from Epstein Files? Trump Ramps Up Chaos in Minnesota, Greenland & Beyond. democracynow.org 
One month after the deadline set by Congress for the Justice Department to release all files on the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the Trump administration has made available less than 1% of the files. This comes as President Trump has dramatically expanded immigration operations in Minnesota while attacking Venezuela, threatening to bomb Iran and maintaining that the United States will annex Greenland. | Trump's campaign promised "that the files would be released, all of the files. Now, that's not happened," says legal expert Michele Goodwin, calling it a "travesty.…
(2026-01-20). Acting President Rodríguez Oversees Venezuela's Steel Complex Recovery and Rebuilding After US Attack. orinocotribune.com On Monday, January 19, Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez led a working meeting with the mining and basic industry sector to advance the recovery of the national steel complex, the reactivation of industrial plants, and the improvement of workers' quality of life. | "We are making an effort to restore economic stability," Rodríguez stated, emphasizing that "the goal is to generate foreign currency." | In that context, she announced the reactivation of the Barquisimeto steel plant and pointed out that "what used to be wealth for the oligarchy, now belongs to the people." | The acting president of Vene…
(2026-01-20). Hands Off Latin America Season 2, Ep. 3. nacla.org 
After the U.S. invasion of Venezuela, the Trump administration has threatened other countries in Latin America, but some of the region's leaders and people are standing up.
theatlantic.com (2026-01-20). Trump's Letter to Norway Should Be the Last StrawOne could observe many things about this document. One is the childish grammar, including the strange capitalizations ("Complete and Total Control"). Another is the loose grasp of history.
(2026-01-20). Soldiers Recall Venezuela's Heroic Resistance Against US Invasion and Trump's Cowardly Attack. orinocotribune.com Lieutenant Pedro Sarmiento, of the Presidential Honor Guard, was one of the Venezuelan military personnel wounded during the armed invasion by the US regime on January 3. The action that left over 100 dead and resulted in the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and National Assembly Deputy and First Lady Cilia Flores. | At the Military Hospital in Caracas, where he is receiving medical care, Sarmiento recounted how he and his troops experienced the US attack, emphasizing their valiant fight. "We Venezuelans are truly resilient. Despite the rapid intervention, we were able to confront and respond to this great…
(2026-01-20). Vijay Prashad: Hyper-Imperialism on Hyper-Drive. consortiumnews.com The U.S. bombing of Venezuela and kidnapping of its president showcased the hyper-imperialist stage of the world order. A new mood in the Global South isn't yet a developed challenge to the collective West. By Vijay Prashad Tricontinental: Institute for Social…
(2026-01-20). First Honduras, then Venezuela: Organizations Denounce U.S. Interference to Please Corporate Cronies. ips-dc.org "The undersigned organizations categorically repudiate U.S. interference in the Honduran elections and affirm the inalienable right of the Honduran people to their autonomy and self-determination."
(2026-01-20). Venezuela declares 32 fallen Cubans Heroes and Martyrs of the Nation. radiohc.cu The National Assembly (AN) of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela on Monday declared the 32 Cubans killed in combat during the criminal attack perpetrated by the United States government on January 3rd as Heroes and Martyrs of the Nation. | After announcing the resolution, Pedro Infante, First Vice President of the AN, highlighted the "infinite superiority in morality, valor, courage, and dignity" of the Cubans, who faced an enemy superior in resources, technology, and numbers, the Cuban Foreign Ministry website noted. | "I want to express above all our admiration for our Cuban and Venezuelan combatants who, wit…
(2026-01-20). Trump's Unexpected Praise and Engagement with Venezuelan Opposition. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed ongoing discussions with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, signaling a potential collaboration with the Venezuelan leader.
(2026-01-20). Venezuela declara Héroes y Mártires a los 32 combatientes cubanos caídos en enero. cubadebate.cu Al dar a conocer la resolución, en la sede diplomática cubana ubicada en Caracas, el primer vicepresidente legislativo de Venezuela, Pedro Infante, resaltó la "superioridad sin límites en el plano moral, en el arrojo, en el valor y en la dignidad" mostrada por los cubanos frente a un adversario con mayor capacidad tecnológica, logística y numérica.
(2026-01-20). Venezuela declaró Héroes y Mártires de la nación a cubanos caídos. radiohc.cu La Asamblea Nacional (AN) de Venezuela acordó este lunes declarar Héroes y Mártires de la nación bolivariana a los 32 combatientes cubanos caídos en combate durante el ataque perpetrado por Estados Unidos el pasado 3 de enero. | Tras anunciarse el acuerdo, el primer vicepresidente para la AN, Pedro Infante, destacó la ´superioridad infinita en lo moral, en el valor, en el coraje, en la dignidad ª de los cubanos ante un enemigo superior en medios, tecnología y número. ´Expresar sobre todo la admiración por nuestros combatientes cubanos y venezolanos que, con mucha dignidad, con mucho coraje, con m…
(2026-01-20). Venezuela declara Héroes y Mártires a los 32 combatientes cubanos caídos en enero. cubadebate.cu Al dar a conocer la resolución, en la sede diplomática cubana ubicada en Caracas, el primer vicepresidente legislativo de Venezuela, Pedro Infante, resaltó la "superioridad sin límites en el plano moral, en el arrojo, en el valor y en la dignidad" mostrada por los cubanos frente a un adversario con mayor capacidad tecnológica, logística y numérica.
(2026-01-20). Venezuela declaró Héroes y Mártires de la nación a cubanos caídos. radiohc.cu La Asamblea Nacional (AN) de Venezuela acordó este lunes declarar Héroes y Mártires de la nación bolivariana a los 32 combatientes cubanos caídos en combate durante el ataque perpetrado por Estados Unidos el pasado 3 de enero. | Tras anunciarse el acuerdo, el primer vicepresidente para la AN, Pedro Infante, destacó la ´superioridad infinita en lo moral, en el valor, en el coraje, en la dignidad ª de los cubanos ante un enemigo superior en medios, tecnología y número. ´Expresar sobre todo la admiración por nuestros combatientes cubanos y venezolanos que, con mucha dignidad, con mucho coraje, con m…
(2026-01-20). Minnesota Officials Under Federal Scrutiny in Immigration Probe. devdiscourse.com In a significant development, federal prosecutors have issued six grand jury subpoenas as part of an investigation focusing on Minnesota officials' actions during a major immigration operation in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. The subpoenas aim to uncover any obstruction or impedance to federal law enforcement efforts.
(2026-01-20). How to Assess the Growth Potential of Recent IPOs? ummid.com Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) mark the transition from a privately held entity to a publicly traded one, offering investors an opportunity to buy shares in the company for the first time.
(2026-01-20). Trump's Tariff Tactics: Navigating Legal Waters. devdiscourse.com In a recent news briefing, President Donald Trump articulated a defense of his economic emergency declaration, designed to enable tariff impositions. Amidst the discussion, he acknowledged the uncertainty of the Supreme Court's pending decision on the legality of these tariffs.
(2026-01-20). Talk World Radio: Hartzell Gray on Running for Congress in Missouri. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we're speaking with Hartzell Gray from Kansas City, Missouri, who is running as a Democrat in Missouri's fourth Congressional district. His website is hartzellforcongress.com Total run time: 29: 00 Host: …
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). Kurdish left statements: Defend Rojava! links.org.au 
Statements by Kurdistan Democratic Communities Union, Democratic Union Party and Kongra Star Coordination denouncing the Damascus transitional administration's attacks on Rojava and North and East Syria.
2026-01-20: Alastair Crooke: Iran's Missile Dominance DEVASTATES Trump's War Plan, Russia in Control
(2026-01-20). High-speed train collision kills at least 39 in southern Spain. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- At least 39 people were killed and more than 150 injured after two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain on Sunday evening, in one of the country's deadliest rail disasters in recent decades.The crash occurred near Adamuz in Córdoba province, about 360 kilometers south of Madrid. A northbound AVE train traveling from Málaga to Madrid with roughly 300 passengers derailed on a straight section of track and plowed into an oncoming train heading from Madrid to Huelva. The impact caused extensive destruction, scattering debris across the site as emergency teams worked through the night to rescue survi…
(2026-01-20). Trump's presence at Davos proves 'spirit of dialogue' was dead on arrival. thecanary.co 
This year's World Economic Forum began yesterday, 19 January, in the Swiss Alpine town of Davos. The conference of world leaders and business executives has previously been characterised as a stronghold of liberal globalism — or "woke banks" and "lab-grown meat", in the words of Florida governor Ron DeSantis. However, this year's agenda is looking […] | By
(2026-01-20). Democratic Party Leadership Too Weak to Stop Trump Power. indybay.org Grassroots mobilization is the only way…
(2026-01-20). Tuesday 1/20: Aptos: Free America Walkout. indybay.org State Park Drive, Aptos…
apnews.com (2026-01-20). Wall Street slumps and Europe stocks sink as Trump threatens tariffs on 8 NATO membersStocks slumped in morning trading on Wall Street Tuesday after President Donald Trump threatened to hit eight NATO members with new tariffs as tensions escalate over his attempts to assert American control over Greenland.
apnews.com (2026-01-19). Video shows fires in Palestinian village in West Bank during Israeli settler attackIsraeli settlers rampaged through a Palestinian village in the West Bank, setting fire to a series of structures, according to security camera footage obtained by The Associated Press on Sunday, in an overnight onslaught that has become a common phenomenon in the occupied territory.
aa.com.tr (2026-01-18). US orders 1,500 soldiers to prepare for possible Minnesota deployment: Report Minneapolis Mayor Frey calls military plans 'ridiculous,' says federal government will not intimidate city amid immigration enforcement tensions
theatlantic.com (2026-01-18). Trump Is Risking a Global CatastropheHis irrational fixation on Greenland could lead to widespread conflict. | Some of his ideas, however, are more destructive: His stubborn and ill-informed attachment to tariffs has brought about considerable disorder in the international economy and hurt many of the American industries they were supposed to protect.
(2026-01-20). Saturday 1/24: 36th Annual Holiday Appeal for Class War Prisoners. indybay.org First Congregational Church of Oakland, Reidenbach Hall | 2501 Harrison Street (at 27th St.) | $10 donation – students/unemployed $5…
(2026-01-20). Free tuition and public transportation expansion: Massachusetts debunks myths. indybay.org Three years ago, the Democratic-governed US state of Massachusetts introduced a millionaire tax. Anyone earning more than a million dollars a year pays an additional 4 percent in taxes. Despite all the warnings from critics, the evidence shows that the economy continues to grow, the rich have not left, and the population is benefiting enormously. In the first three years, this generated $5.7 billion.
(2026-01-20). The Government from Hell. Donald Trump and the Destruction of the World. globalresearch.ca Judging from opinion polls, the American public has increasingly become largely disenchanted with the bizarre behavior of President Donald J Trump and the clownish entourage that surrounds and encourages him. Last week featured a meeting between Trump and the foreign …
(2026-01-20). Greenland as Theater: Why Trump's Rhetoric Looks More Like Strategic Signaling Than a "Take-Over" Play. globalresearch.ca US President Donald Trump has publicly and unabashedly announced that the United States is taking over Greenland, by hook or by crook, come hell or high water. The announcement has been met with widespread ridicule. Commentators across the political spectrum …
(2026-01-20). The Donroe Doctrine and the Cost of Foreign Policy by Spectacle. fpif.org Over the past year, the Trump administration has worked to craft a foreign policy aimed at putting America first and reclaiming center stage globally. It has even given this approach a name: the "
(2026-01-20). 'I never felt like a world-class coach'. tribune.com.pk 
Despite leaving Liverpool as one of the most highly regarded coaches in world football in 2024, Jurgen Klopp said he never thought of himself as among the game's best. | "I never considered myself a world-class coach," Klopp told AFP and other media in an interview in Leipzig, "because I still had so many questions when I finished." | "I was like 'how can I be world class with these questions still?'" | After starting out at Mainz, where he took the club to the top flight for the first time, Klopp moved to Borussia Dortmund, where he won two Bundesliga titles and reached the 2013 Champions League final. | Afte…
(2026-01-20). On Deciding Not to Pull the Trigger. counterpunch.org 
If soldiers in a war zone can avoid killing innocent civilians in a split second, why couldn't a federal agent do the same thing in an American city? I didn't imagine when I joined the Army and volunteered for the infantry that one of my duties would involve anything resembling census work. But in 2004,
(2026-01-20). Suppressing Climate Dissent Cannot Prevent Reality From Asserting Itself. wattsupwiththat.com Here in the U.S., the second Trump administration has largely pulled the plug on the suite of crazy energy policies marching under the banner of "fighting climate change." But the same is not true in many other advanced-economy countries, for example Germany, Australia and the UK.
(2026-01-20). Explosion rocks hotel in Shahr-e-Naw, Kabul. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A deadly blast took place in a hotel in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Monday, city police and the Afghan government reported.Footage was shared on social media showing black smoke and destuction insde a hotel in Shahr-e-Naw district in Kabul, Afghanistan."An explosion occurred in a hotel on Gulfaroshi Street in Shahr-e-Naw, the fourth district of Kabul city, causing casualties," Kabul police spokesman Khalid Zadran revealed.The cause of the explosion was not confirmed by the police yet, but an investigation is underway.Abdul Mateen Qani, the interior ministry spokesman, told AFP: "We do have casualtie…
(2026-01-20). Belarus, Tatarstan agree to increase mutual agricultural deliveries via BUCE. eng.belta.by This will create additional opportunities for realizing export potential | and will contribute to strengthening business ties between Belarusian | and Tatarstan agribusiness enterprises.
(2026-01-20). AIMIM to emerge as single largest party in Malegaon Corporation 2026: Exit Polls. ummid.com Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is set to emerge as the single largest party in Malegaon where polling for the corporation election (MMC) was held today.
(2026-01-20). China and India make clean energy gains, but coal remains King. thecanary.co 
Coal-fired power generation in China and India — the world's top coal consumers — declined for the first time in over 50 years. Simultaneously, clean energy production in both countries set new records, as reported by Carbon Brief. Lauri Myllyvirta, a lead analyst at Carbon Brief, highlighted that: China's recent clean-energy generation growth, if sustained, […] | By
(2026-01-20). Municipal Elections, Union Budget and Future of Pune Real Estate. ummid.com The city you live in five years from now will depend on what happens when you vote, and what the budget gives us next month. Both count.
(2026-01-20). Military Bases Prove New York Times to Be Lying About Greenland. davidswanson.org This was a headline in the New York Times on Tuesday: "With Threats to Greenland, Trump Sets America on the Road to Conquest: After a century of defending other countries against foreign aggression, the United States is now positioned as an imperial power trying to seize another nation's land." Here is a sentence from the …
(2026-01-20). The Board of Peace: A Replacement to the UN or a US-Led Coalition of the Willing Therein? globalresearch.ca Putin might accept Trump's invitation to participate in order to avoid offending him and not lose a seat at the table where members provide input on US policy towards settling various conflicts. ; ⚪ To read this article in the following languages, …
(2026-01-20). Trump is keeping coal on life support. How long can it last? grist.org 
Heading into President Donald Trump's second term, coal looked like an industry nearing the end of its life. Utilities planned to retire more than half of the nation's coal-fired power plants by 2028, no new facilities were coming online, and production had been flat for years. | Trump's first year back in office has given the industry an opportunity to retrench. The president is an avowed supporter of coal, and his Department of Energy has repeatedly intervened to prevent plants from shutting down. At the same time, a Trump-supported boom in the construction of artificial intelligence data centers has led to…
(2026-01-20). Juice Cleanses, Charcoal Supplements And Foot Patches Is Detoxing Worth The Hype? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) January arrives with a familiar hangover. Too much food. Too much drink. Too much screen time. And suddenly social media is full of green juices, charcoal supplements, …
(2026-01-20). This Week in People's History, Jan 21—27, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Jan 21—27, 2026 |
(2026-01-20). Collective action needed to curb school violence, says Minister Gwarube. sanews.gov.za Collective action needed to curb school violence, says Minister Gwarube | Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on parents, communities and government to work together to curb violence in schools, stressing that learner safety is fundamental to quality education. | "Both parents and the community need to work together in curbing violence. This can only be achieved as a collective," the Minister said during a back-to-school engagement at Eldorado Park Secondary School on Monday. | The engagement placed learner safety, anti-bullying efforts and the prevention of gender-based violence (GBV) at the centr…
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). Economists blast Rachel Reeves for ushering in a repeat of the 2008 financial crisis. thecanary.co 
Economists David Aikman (director of the National Institute for Economic and Social Research) and John Vickers (University of Oxford) have blasted chancellor Rachel Reeves for her deregulation of the big banks. Rachel Reeves slammed Aikman and Vickers note that the Bank of England (BoE) should be increasing protections, not loosening them: Since the last major […] | By
(2026-01-20). Opinion: Geopolitical Context of the Embattled Climate Racket. dissidentvoice.org Summary Several global generic ideologies were seeded by the USA-controlled United Nations (UN) of the early 1990s, following the dissolution of the USSR, and were actively percolated into all Western institutions (education, propaganda instruments, law, governance, hiring policies, etc.) (Rancourt, 2019). These delivered generic ideologies became tied to and protected by strong career and institutional …
(2026-01-20). Russian military destroys at least four 'Patriots' and HIMARS in two-three days. infobrics.org After Russia's special military operation (SMO) started, the "Patriot" suddenly turned into a "hypersonic killer", supposedly "shooting down" even Russian "Kinzhals" left and right. Military experts were puzzled by this "sudden success" after decades of embarrassing failures. However, the Russian military continues to obliterate these NATO-sourced weapons, including several HIMARS and "Patriots" in just a few days apart.
(2026-01-20). 'Timid' Keys makes shaky start to Australian Open. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-20). Court Sets Date to Hear NUP Supporters' Case in Mbarara. plusnews.ug 
The Chief Magistrate's Court in Mbarara City has set a date to begin the hearing of the case against the 36 National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters who were arrested over two months ago. These were arrested during Robert Kyagulanyi's campaign in Mbarara district on the 7th of November 2025 and were subsquetly charged with obstructing a police …
(2026-01-20). The Hidden Cost of Light Pollution. counterpunch.org 
The night sky—the silent dark between stars—is a living commons bridging Earth, life, and spirit. As the 13th‚Äëcentury Zen master Eihei D≈çgen taught in Keisei Sanshoku or "The Sound of the Streams, the Shape of the Mountains," rivers, forests, mountains, and night are not mere backdrops but the body and speech of the Buddha—sacred, alive,
(2026-01-20). Owaisi's love for 'Nepo Kids' galore as Malegaon prepares for 2026 Corporation Polls. ummid.com AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi's love for a 'notorious family' has become a topic of debate in Malegaon which is preparing for the high stake Municipal Corporation elections after a long gap.
(2026-01-20). "Not Above the Law" : Law Prof. Michele Goodwin Decries Violent ICE Activity in Minnesota. democracynow.org 
Federal agents carrying out the Trump administration's sweeping immigration actions in Minnesota have been widely accused of using excessive force, arresting U.S. citizens, denying people access to legal counsel and other violations. Now President Trump has put 1,500 U.S. military troops on standby for possible deployment to Minnesota under the Insurrection Act, which would mark another major escalation in his attack on dissent. | "The federal government is not above the law," says legal expert Michele Goodwin, who says the administration's violent crackdown in Minnesota marks a "rev…
(2026-01-20). (Statements) Defend the Rojava revolution against the Syrian regime's genocidal attacks. links.org.au 
Statements by the Revolutionary Left Party (Syria) and Socialist Alliance (Australia) opposing the Syrian regime's genocidal attacks on the Rojava revolution.
(2026-01-20). Field Marshal Munir visits police academy, highlights modern policing. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Tuesday visited the National Police Academy in Islamabad, where he engaged with officers from the Police Service of Pakistan. | Upon his arrival, Field Marshal Munir was greeted by the Commandant of the National Police Academy, and a guard of honour was presented by a police contingent. He laid a wreath at the Police Martyrs' Monument and offered Fateha, paying respects to police officers who had lost their lives in the line of duty while working to maintain peace, uphold the rule of law, and ensure public safety. | He acknowledged the sacrifices made by…
(2026-01-20). How the UK government laundered racist violence after the 2024 race riots. thecanary.co 
A blistering new report from the Institute of Race Relations has just taken the government apart for refusing to confront racism — even after the 2024 race riots. 'In Racism's Echo Chamber' shows exactly how the government deliberately stripped racist attacks of their racial context. Instead, ministers reduced the violence to an issue of "mindless […] | By
(2026-01-20). Karachi, parts of Sindh to receive rain and thunderstorms from Jan 22. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department's Early Warning Centre has forecast rain and thunderstorms across Karachi and several districts of Sindh from January 22 due to an approaching western weather system. | According to the forecast, the system is expected to enter the province on January 22, bringing the possibility of moderate to light rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, to Karachi. | Rain is also expected in Jamshoro, Dadu, Thatta, Sujawal, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allahyar, Sanghar, Mirpurkhas, Umerkot, Naushahro Feroze and Shaheed Benazirabad, among other areas, the department said.
(2026-01-20). National Tourism Agency's new chief names the agency's priorities. eng.belta.by Following his introduction to the team, the new head of the National Tourism Agency, Kirill Masharsky, told journalists about the agency's priorities, BelTA reports.
(2026-01-20). Ecuador's Escalating Murder Rate: A Nation in Crisis. devdiscourse.com Ecuador witnessed a significant surge in murders in 2025, marking a 30% increase compared to the prior year. This alarming rise highlights the challenges faced by President Daniel Noboa's government in tackling gang violence.
(2026-01-20). Rights Advocates Petition Court Over UCC's Internet Shutdown. plusnews.ug 
Human rights advocates have filed a petition in court challenging the move by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to shut down the internet ahead of the 15th January 2026 presidential and parliamentary elections. The petitioners, Michael Aboneka and Raymond Amumpaire, argue that the shutdown, which was in place between 13th and 17th January 2026, violates …
(2026-01-20). Hypocrite Tory Senedd member kicked out for 'talking to Reform'. thecanary.co 
The Tories have expelled a leading Senedd member from the party for 'talking to' Reform UK. James Evans has also lost his shadow health secretary role as a consequence. He is on record condemning other Tories for defecting to Reform. Welsh Tory leader Darren Millar said that Evans told him he was in discussions with […] | By
(2026-01-20). NYT goes full witchcraft, cites an academic declaring Trump will cause bad weather! 'Trump's greenhouse gas emissions will cause Trump's heat waves, Trump's droughts, Trump's floods, Trump's wildfires'. wattsupwiththat.com Princeton Professor Emeritus of Physics William Happer in 2017 drew parallels to today's man-made climate change claims. "I don't see a whole lot of difference between the consensus on climate change and the consensus on witches. At the witch trials in Salem the judges were educated at Harvard. This was supposedly 100 per cent science. The one or two people who said there were no witches were immediately hung. Not much has changed," Happer quipped.
(2026-01-20). Tuesday 1/20: Watsonville: Free America Walkout. indybay.org Watsonville Plaza, Watsonville…
(2026-01-20). Plea seeks FIR against indian woman Sarabjit Kaur. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-20). Student Loan Wage Garnishment Is Put on Hold. What Borrowers Need to Know. capitalbnews.org 
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that it will delay wage garnishment for defaulted student loans. The move, revealed Friday, reverses the department's earlier plan to gradually restart wage garnishment for groups of borrowers, and will allow the agency more time to finalize new repayment plans. Garnishing wages could have affect millions who are …
(2026-01-20). AFCON 2025 Final: Morocco, Senegal faceoff on Sunday Jan 18. ummid.com Morocco defeated Nigeria, and Senegal trounced Egypt to reach the AFCON 2025 (Africa Cup of Nations) Final to be played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco Sunday January 18, 2026.
(2026-01-20). Sunday 1/25: Antifascist Solidarity Social. indybay.org Sebastopol Community Center (390 Morris St).
(2026-01-20). Puerto Rico's Mothers Against War Turn to Revolutionary Love. portside.org Puerto Rico's Mothers Against War Turn to Revolutionary Love |
(2026-01-20). Meet Filip Ondrušek, the Austrian-Slavic chef who believes that local food reflects national history. globalvoices.org 
'History imprints itself systematically, not randomly. As a chef, I strive to understand these layers…'Originally published on
(2026-01-20). What happens when START-3 expires, and US doesn't want to prolong it. infobrics.org The Trump administration considers the circumstances and refuses to enter into any agreements or treaties that limit US capabilities.
(2026-01-20). US Withdraws from UN Agencies, India Can Step in. ummid.com Guided by the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ("One Earth, One Family, One Future"), India can amplify Southern priorities with inclusivity and balance.
(2026-01-20). Defend the Rojava revolution! socialist-alliance.org 
The Socialist Alliance stands in full solidarity with the Kurdish-led Rojava Revolution which is now under attack from the Syrian regime, with the backing of the United States and the European Union.
(2026-01-20). Dinamo Minsk top SKA as Enas breaks club point streak record. eng.belta.by In the third game of their road trip, the Bisons faced HC SKA Saint | Petersburg. The first period ended 1-0 in favor of the Minsk team, with | Stanislav Galiyev scoring on a power play.
(2026-01-20). President calls for joint sitting of Parliament to deliver SONA 2026. sanews.gov.za President calls for joint sitting of Parliament to deliver SONA 2026 | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called a joint sitting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces to deliver the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, 12 February 2026. | "The President has called the joint sitting in accordance with Section 84(2)(d) of the Constitution and Rule 13(1)(a) of the Joint Rules of Parliament. The Constitution provides that the President may summon the National Assembly, the National Council of Provinces, or Parliament to an extraordinary sitting to conduct special business," the Par…
(2026-01-20). Indian tourist found dead under mysterious circumstances at music festival in Phuket. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 28-year-old Indian national was found dead under mysterious circumstances after attending a music festival in Phuket, Thailand. The cause behind the death has not been ascertained yet. | The incident occurred during the early hours of January 18, Sunday, in Phuket, where the three-day music festival attracted thousands of national and international tourists. | The deceased has been identified as Jaisaksham, a 28-year-old Indian national. According to the reports, he was rushed to Thalang Hospital in Phuket's Thalang district late on Saturday night after displaying disturbing behaviour following…
(2026-01-20). Fact Check: Plundering of Somnath and other Hindu temples. ummid.com Temple destructions in ancient and medieval India were not primarily a religious phenomenon.
(2026-01-20). Ramadan 2026: List of Imams to lead Taraweeh at Makkah Grand Mosque. ummid.com The Presidency of The Two Holy Mosques today i.e. January 13, 2026 released the list of 7 Imams who will lead the Taraweeh Prayers at the Grand Mosque at Makkah (Masjid al Haram) during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447H.
(2026-01-20). ICE vs. People of Minnesota: A Special Report on Community Resistance to Trump's Militarized Crackdown. democracynow.org 
Democracy Now! producer John Hamilton reports from Minneapolis, where residents say ICE agents are violently targeting legal observers and community members as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on immigrants. Patty O'Keefe, who was arrested while monitoring ICE activity in her vehicle, said agents "broke our two front windows and dragged us out," then taunted her in custody. She said one agent told her, "You guys got to stop obstructing us. That's why that lesbian bitch is dead," referring to Renee Good, the mother of three shot dead earlier this month by an IC…
(2026-01-20). Exporters Aren't Eating the Tariffs, We Are. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump keeps saying that foreigners are paying his tariffs. He talks as though he thinks China, Japan, and other trading partners are sending the Treasury checks every month. (They go on the "tariff shelf.") Who knows what Trump actually thinks, but insofar as there is a story of foreigners paying the tariffs it would
(2026-01-20). Justice Department confirms fatal shooting at Booysens Court. sanews.gov.za Justice Department confirms fatal shooting at Booysens Court | The Justice and Constitutional Development department has confirmed a fatal shooting incident at the Booysens Magistrates' Court in Gauteng on Tuesday. | The incident is the latest in a growing trend of violence at judicial facilities, with similar incidents occurring at the Athlone, Mitchells Plain and Wynberg Magistrates Courts in the Western Cape and another incident at Melmoth Court in KwaZulu-Natal — all in the span of last year. | "The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development has learnt with serious concern of [the] shooting inci…
(2026-01-20). When Lebensraum Comes to America. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-20). Nonviolent Discipline Is Helping Turn The Tide On ICE. progressivehub.net DAVID CORTRIGHT | WAGING NONVIOLENCE…
(2026-01-20). Delta Ecosystem in Collapse: Zero Delta Smelt Found in CDFW Fall Fish Survey. indybay.org The Delta Smelt, once the most abundant fish in the entire Delta, is an indicator species found only in the estuary. It's decline to virtual extinction in the wild is a symptom of a larger decline, the Pelagic Organism Decline (POD).
(2026-01-20). Wednesday 1/21: Save Our Votes: SCOTUS, the Attack on Voting Rights & Erosion of Our Democracy w/ CC. indybay.org Virtual event – Join from anywhere | Register: www.mobilize.us/commoncause/event/885477……
(2026-01-20). International Olympiad winners honored at Great Stone Industrial Park. eng.belta.by Attending the event were school students and first-year university | students, 17 teachers who prepare Belarusian teams for participation in | international subject Olympiads, and also heads of general secondary | education institutions whose students won gold medals at international…
(2026-01-20). Trump letter claiming US control of Greenland draws sharp criticism. tribune.com.pk 
A letter sent by US President Donald Trump to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre claiming the United States must have "complete and total control of Greenland" has drawn strong criticism from The Atlantic, which said the remarks show a president "living in a different reality" and risk serious damage to American alliances. | In the letter, Trump said that because Norway had "decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS," he no longer felt obliged to think "purely of Peace" and would instead act in what he described as US interests. He questioned Denmark's sovereignt…
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). The Insurrection Act is One of at Least 26 Legal Loopholes in the Law Banning the Use of the US Military Domestically. counterpunch.org 
As protesters and federal law enforcement clashed in Minneapolis in the wake of a second shooting of a civilian on Jan. 14, 2026 by federal agents, President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to send troops to Minnesota in response to protests. This is not the first time Trump has invoked the act.
(2026-01-20). Learners relocated after storm hit Amajuba District. sanews.gov.za Learners relocated after storm hit Amajuba District | Grade 11 and 12 learners from Umzilikazi Secondary School in Newcastle are being temporarily accommodated at Sgodiphola Primary School following the severe thunderstorms that struck parts of the Amajuba District in December and damaged classrooms. | The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education said the relocation was an interim measure to ensure the continuity of teaching and learning, while longer-term solutions are being put in place. | The arrangement followed a series of consultative meetings involving the School Governing Bodies (SGBs) and School Management…
(2026-01-20). "I Remain Politically Active Despite Loss" Says DF's Mpuuga. plusnews.ug 
As Uganda settles from a highly contested presidential election that has reshaped the opposition landscape and triggered fresh debate about the credibility of the electoral process, Democratic Front (DF) president Mathias Mpuuga Nsamba has said his defeat in the Nyendo-Mukungwe parliamentary race does not mark the end of his political career. Speaking on Monday at …
(2026-01-20). Expert explains why USA invited Belarus to be Board of Peace founding member. eng.belta.by "This appeal from U.S. President Donald Trump signifies a recognition of | the high status of our head of state and the Republic of Belarus in | matters of conflict resolution and the pursuit of peace promotion in all | regions,"
(2026-01-20). Reasons to Explore London's Victoria Area — The Ultimate Travel Guide With Smart Luggage Storage Tips. thecanary.co 
Why the Victoria Area of London Is a Must-Visit Destination The Victoria location of London sticks out as one of the maximum sensible, iconic, and nicely-linked neighborhoods within the city. Located inside the coronary heart of Central London, Victoria combines royal landmarks, world-elegance shipping hyperlinks, inexperienced spaces, and current conveniences into one compact district, making […] | By
(2026-01-20). Two chambers of Belarus' parliament to hold joint session on 21 January. eng.belta.by Parliamentarians will be presented with a report titled "The social sphere of the Republic of Belarus in current conditions: Challenges and opportunities."
(2026-01-20). Peskov: Russian envoy is expected to meet with members of U.S. delegation in Davos. eng.belta.by Kirill Dmitriev, Russian special presidential envoy for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, is indeed expected to meet with members of the U.S. delegation in Davos, Switzerland, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in a briefing.
(2026-01-20). R20 million emergency relief allocated to tackle Knysna water crisis. sanews.gov.za R20 million emergency relief allocated to tackle Knysna water crisis | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has announced an emergency relief allocation of R20 million to the Knysna Municipality, as part of urgent interventions to address the town's deepening water crisis. | Majodina announced the allocation following a two-day working visit to the Garden Route District Municipality in the Western Cape, to assess the status of water challenges. | Majodina said the funding, drawn from reprioritised water services infrastructure grants, will be used alongside technical support from the Department of Water a…
(2026-01-20). Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam: A Scholar, Thinker and Reformer. ummid.com Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam (Rah.) possessed a deeply compassionate heart and a vigilant mind for the welfare of the Muslim Ummah.
(2026-01-20). IHC restores bail, reinstates right of defence of Imaan Mazari, husband. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court on Tuesday restored the bail of rights activist and lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband, Hadi Ali Chattha, and reinstated their right of defence before the District and Sessions Court. | IHC's Justice Muhammad Azam Khan issued the orders, suspending the trial court's previous rulings. Both Mazari and Chattha appeared before the high court during the hearing. | The judge directed that cross-examination in the trial court be completed within three days. Defence counsel Kamran Murtaza sought additional time, to which Justice Azam Khan said he would consider the request and advised the law…
(2026-01-20). Labour dept speeds up claims processing for deceased Pinetown worker. sanews.gov.za Labour dept speeds up claims processing for deceased Pinetown worker | The Department of Employment and Labour has confirmed that the benefits of the widow of a deceased Pinetown worker are being processed and will be paid in less than a month. | This after Minister Nomakhosazana Meth learnt of the tragic passing of 59-year old Phila Mntambo, who was an employee at Steelbank Merchants in Pinetown, Durban. | Mntambo had reportedly sustained head, face and chest injuries and further lost his left arm, while allegedly cleaning a machine during his night shift. Due to the severity of his injuries, Mntambo passed away…
(2026-01-20). King's Dream Was Never a Holiday. counterpunch.org 
On a cold January morning, a small group of visitors walks through a National Park, expecting to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. The gates are open—but the celebration is gone. Juneteenth has vanished, Black History Month was paused last year, and President Donald Trump became the first president since Reagan not to issue an
(2026-01-20). Market Mayhem: Trade Tensions Shake Up Global Stocks. devdiscourse.com In a fresh wave of investor anxiety, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reached their lowest points in a month as Wall Street returned from a long weekend to new European tariff threats by President Donald Trump. This move echoed past tensions, driving fear across global markets.
(2026-01-20). Third World's Stephen 'Cat' Coore, a Jamaican who straddled musical genres, dies at 69. globalvoices.org 
'He carried a tone that knew where it came from and therefore knew where it could go' | Global Voices Stephen "Cat" Coore of Third World performing at Reggae Geel, 2022. It was with shock that Jamaicans learned of the death of one of their most beloved reggae musicians, Stephen "Cat" Coore, who
(2026-01-20). Sport as Tool for Strategic Promotion of BRICS Countries. infobrics.org Strengthening BRICS through sports development…
(2026-01-20). "No Going Back" : Trump Escalates Threats to Take Greenland & Tariff European Allies. democracynow.org 
Tensions are escalating between the United States and Europe after President Trump threatened to impose tariffs on eight European allies that oppose his push to take over Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark. Thousands took part in protests in Greenland and Denmark over the weekend to oppose Trump's annexation threats. | Julie Rademacher, chair of Uagut, an organization for Greenlanders in Denmark, tells Democracy Now! that Trump's rhetoric is a threat to everyone. "This is not only Greenland being attacked. This is democracy, freedom and the world order as we know it that's be…
(2026-01-20). A Tech Bro Think Tank Is Trying to Roll Back Evidence-Based Homelessness Policy. scheerpost.com Robert C. Weaver Federal Building. U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | 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 Garrett L. Grainger / Last fall…
(2026-01-20). Belarus, UN discuss future cooperation aligned with national priorities. eng.belta.by The parties discussed promising areas of cooperation between Belarus and | the United Nations within the framework of implementing long-term | national priorities, emphasizing the alignment of the Cooperation | Framework with Belarus' national strategies and plans for socioeconomic…
(2026-01-20). Buying Iphone 16 Plus? Vijay Sales Beats Amazon And Flipkart With This Deal. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) A massive price drop of up to ?18,000 on the iPhone 16 Plus model! But this offer isn't on Amazon or Flipkart. Details inside on the huge Republic Day offer from Vijay …
(2026-01-20). Sunday 1/25: Education Panel: AI, Techno-Fascism & Labor. indybay.org Bernal Heights Library | 500 Cortland St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-20). Trump Awaits Supreme Court Decision on Global Tariffs. devdiscourse.com U.S. President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty Tuesday regarding the Supreme Court's upcoming decision on the legality of his global tariffs.
(2026-01-20). Wednesday 2/4: Christians in Palestine: an In-Person Dialogue with Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos. indybay.org Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center | 17000 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill CA 95037…
(2026-01-20). Trump Calls the Rights of the Chagossian People "NO REASON WHATSOEVER" davidswanson.org Associated Press reports: "'Shockingly, our "brilliant" NATO Ally, the United Kingdom, is currently planning to give away the Island of Diego Garcia, the site of a vital U.S. Military Base, to Mauritius, and to do so FOR NO REASON WHATSOEVER,' [Trump] said in a post on his social media platform Truth Social. 'There is no …
(2026-01-20). How to turn Extreme Weather Tragedies into Climate Victories. juancole.com (
(2026-01-20). Video: Elephant leaves 22 dead in 10-day rampage in India. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A horrifying video recently flooded X (formerly Twitter), capturing an elephant on a rampage in India, leaving 22 people dead in the span of 10 days. According to TMZ, alongside the people who died was an expert who was called in to attempt to de-escalate the terrifying situation. The elephant went on a rampage in India's Jharkhand state, specifically in Chaibasa. Among the victims were also a couple and their two children, who were crushed to death by the elephant. The video captured people trying to flee on foot, prompting authorities to advise residents to remain indoors and stay away from nearby fo…
(2026-01-20). Trump Rollbacks Put Children's Health at Risk as Pollution Increases. capitalbnews.org 
On the morning of Jan. 10, when the federal government said it would stop prioritizing how many lives are saved by cutting air pollution, Sonya Sanders flashed back seven years to when a fossil fuel facility near her South Philadelphia home exploded. The 2019 blast rattled windows across the city and could have killed thousands …
(2026-01-20). Beach sports center opens in Minsk. eng.belta.by The opening ceremony for the Peshchanaya Dyuna [Sandy Dune] Beach Sports | Center took place on the grounds of the Olimpiyski Sports and | Recreation Complex in Minsk.
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). In Bangladesh, thousands of volunteers are battling climate-fueled disease at its source. grist.org 
It is a cloudy, humid September morning near the end of monsoon season in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh and one of the world's
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). Largest Offshore Solar Farm (1 GW) in World Goes 100% Live off China Coast. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The
(2026-01-20). Chris Hedges: The Last Election. scheerpost.com Let There Be Night — by Mr. Fish | 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 Chris Hedges / Original to ScheerPost | Donald Trump's threat to cancel the midterm elections is not a feign. He attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 election and said he would not accept the outcome of the 2024 election if he lost. He ruminate…
(2026-01-20). PM Shehbaz departs for Davos to attend WEF Annual Meeting. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday departed for an official visit to Davos, Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Conference 2026 from January 19 to 23. | Read: Gul Plaza economic toll over Rs100b | The World Economic Forum (WEF) is a Swiss-based non-governmental organisation that brings together leaders from the political, business, academic, and cultural sectors to discuss global issues. The annual conference, held in Davos, serves as a platform for world leaders and executives to address economic challenges, global policies, and innovative solutions. | PR No.2Ô∏&egrav…
(2026-01-20). Italian Football Fan Bans in the Wake of Motorway Violence. devdiscourse.com The Italian Interior Ministry has implemented a travel ban for AS Roma and Fiorentina supporters, preventing them from attending away matches for the remainder of the season. This decision comes in response to violent altercations that erupted on a motorway over the weekend.
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). ICE Is Going on a Surveillance Shopping Spree. indybay.org U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has a new budget under the current administration, and they are going on a surveillance tech shopping spree. Standing at $28.7 billion dollars for the year 2025 (nearly triple their 2024 budget) and at least another $56.25 billion over the next three years, ICE's budget would be the envy of many national militaries around the world. Indeed, this budget would put ICE as the 14th most well-funded military in the world, right between Ukraine and Israel.
(2026-01-20). India, Nigeria Geo-Political, Economic and Cultural Similarities. ummid.com The geo-political, economic and cultural similarities that exist between India and Nigeria present a great opportunity for each of them to benefit from the other's strengths.
(2026-01-20). Brooklyn Peltz Beckham says 'I do not want to reconcile with my family' in explosive post. scmp.com Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, son of the British celebrity couple David and Victoria Beckham, said he did not want to reconcile with his parents after a family rift he described in a lengthy post on social media on Monday. | The 26-year-old said that his parents have been controlling narratives in the press about his family and tried to "ruin" his relationship with his wife Nicola Peltz Beckham. | "I do not want to reconcile with my family," he wrote in a post to his 16.2 million Instagram followers.
(2026-01-20). The India I knew and The India I am living in. ummid.com Born and brought up in a typical Hindu home, where never was heard a word of hatred against other faiths; I am not able to relate to the present-day philosophy and practice of Hindutva.
(2026-01-20). Yemen: The Human Cost of Imperial Ambitions. juancole.com By | (
(2026-01-20). Sabalenka ready to mix it up. tribune.com.pk 
The second round of the Australian Open begins on Wednesday with top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka in action, along with Coco Gauff and Alexander Zverev. | Alcaraz v Hanfmann | Looking to win the one Grand Slam that has eluded him, Alcaraz began his latest Australian Open campaign with a win over Adam Walton and the 22-year-old is not expected to be troubled by Yannick Hanfmann in the second round. | Alcaraz has been bundled out in the quarter-finals in his last two visits to Melbourne Park, though he was surprised to be up against elite talent like Zverev and Novak Djokovic at that stage of the tou…
(2026-01-20). Australia's parliament backs sweeping gun, anti-hate reforms after Bondi attack. tribune.com.pk 
Australia's lower house of parliament has passed new laws for a national gun buyback, tighter background checks for gun licences and a crackdown on hate crimes, in response to the country's worst mass shooting in decades at a Jewish festival last month. | Two bills for stricter gun control and anti-hate measures passed on Tuesday by the House of Representatives in a special parliament session will now go to the upper house Senate, for debate. | The gun control laws are expected to pass with the support of the Greens party despite opposition from the conservative Liberal-National coalition. The anti-hate laws a…
(2026-01-20). The Story of 73 Jinns Almost Killing Ibn Taymiyya. muslimskeptic.com During his life, Ibn Taymiyya was a famous exorcist who offered treatment to Muslims possessed by jinns. As noted by his student Ibn Muflih, he used to beat people possessed by jinns. This was done in order to hurt the jinns and make them leave. There is a very important story about Ibn Taymiyya's encounters …
(2026-01-20). 'It's about advancing peace,' expert comments on Belarus' proposed role in Board of Peace. eng.belta.by Political scientist Piotr Petrovsky, in an interview with a BelTA correspondent, shared his perspective on the invitation for Belarus to join a new international body — the Board of Peace.
(2026-01-20). Indian-origin man admits killing wife in Australia court, denies murder charges. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 42-year-old Indian-origin man had admitted to killing his wife but has denied committing murder during a court appearance in Australia. He rather told the court that he should instead be held for manslaughter. | "I plead for manslaughter, but not guilty for murder." His statement came following direction from his lawyer, James Marcus, ABC News reported. | Vikrant Thakur, 42, appeared second time in the court since being charged with murder of his 36-year-old wife Supriya Thakur, late last year. Investigators continue to gather and assess evidence, and the matter remains subject to judicial revie…
(2026-01-20). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-20). Valentino Shaped The Runway And The Red Carpet For 60 Years. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Valentino, who died on Monday at 93, leaves a lasting legacy full of celebrities, glamour and, in his words, knowing what women want: to be beautiful .The Italian …
(2026-01-20). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-20). BRICS New Development Bank: Growth Driver for Global South Countries. infobrics.org On the eve of its second decade, the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) has established itself as a multilateral financial institution committed to the development of the Global South…
(2026-01-20). Trump bizarrely tells off UK over Chagos Islands, as Farage tries to cosy up. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump has just issued a bizarre rebuke for the UK government over the Chagos Islands. According to the US president, apparently we're: currently planning to give away the Island of Diego Garcia, the site of a vital U.S. Military Base, to Mauritius, and to do so FOR NO REASON WHATSOEVER. And, in a moment […] | By
(2026-01-20). Greenland and the Munich Agreement: Is Europe Bowing to the Aggressor Again? globalresearch.ca Trump's hunt for the Arctic Circle presents Europe with a historic ultimatum. Will it meet economic intimidation with a clenched fist, or will it once again make a cowardly bow to the aggressor? ; ⚪ To read this article in the following …
(2026-01-20). CSTO, CIS discuss international, regional agenda. eng.belta.by Coordination between the CSTO and the CIS were discussed during a meeting between CSTO Secretary General Talatbek Masadykov and CIS Secretary General Sergei Lebedev on 20 January.
(2026-01-20). Northern lights near Grodno captured by a BelTA photographer. eng.belta.by An extreme geomagnetic storm, caused by a powerful solar flare, has resulted in the appearance of bright auroras across a large part of Belarus.
(2026-01-20). Consequences of not targeting student visa policy and a possible solution. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-20). UAE president visits New Delhi, deepens strategic partnership with India. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on Monday for a brief but high-level working visit, underscoring the growing depth of ties between the two countries. It was his third official visit to India as president and fifth in the past decade. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received him at the airport, a gesture highlighting the closeness of their relationship.Although the visit lasted just over three hours, the talks extended beyond schedule. They covered a wide agenda, including trade, energy security, defense cooperation, technology, and global developments…
(2026-01-20). Friday 1/23: ICE Out of Minnesota: Day of Truth & Freedom. indybay.org March starts in Commons Park (425 Portland Ave. S, Minneapolis) at 2pm local time.
(2026-01-20). Killer vigilantes sentenced to life imprisonment. sanews.gov.za Killer vigilantes sentenced to life imprisonment | The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has welcomed the sentences imposed by the Bhisho High Court in a matter relating to the vigilante killing of four people at Debenek in the Eastern Cape. | At least 16 people were each convicted and sentenced in the court for: | Four counts of murder: life imprisonment. | Four counts of kidnapping: eight years' imprisonment. | Public violence: three years' imprisonment. | According to the NPA, the offences occurred in December 2022 when members of the community held a meeting and "resolved that individuals suspected of cabl…
(2026-01-20). Israel destroys UN buildings in occupied East Jerusalem, cuts water to others. thecanary.co 
Israel has begun the demolition of United Nations buildings in East Jerusalem, which it has illegally occupied since 1967 and annexed in 1980. The occupation is bulldozing the headquarters of UNRWA, the UN's refugee agency for Palestinians. Israel has long wanted UNRWA abolished because it keeps alive the hope of Palestinians of exercising their right […] | By
(2026-01-20). Live: Dhule Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Dhule for the Municipal Corporation (Dhule Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-20). Cost of Hate: In MP, School demolished despite Panchayat NOC. ummid.com Demolishing a school building despite having No Objection Certificate (NOC), from the village Panchayat just out of hatred is a major setback for India's progress…
(2026-01-20). From "I Have A Dream" to We Have a Nightmare. scheerpost.com In remembrance of Dr. King's life and work and all who sought to bend America toward justice. It now is up to us to awaken, act, and safeguard our people and our nation. By Dennis Kucinich Substack On this day, as we celebrate the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. …
(2026-01-20). German politician proposes nuclear weapons amid US-EU crisis. infobrics.org Tensions between EU and the US are fomenting new defense discussions in Europe.
(2026-01-20). Morocco achieve record FIFA ranking. tribune.com.pk 
Morocco have achieved their highest FIFA men's world ranking, rising to eighth, despite losing the Africa Cup of Nations final to Senegal, who climbed to 12th on Monday. | Morocco were by Senegal in the decider in Rabat on Sunday, but the hosts had a chance to win the trophy with a last-gasp penalty at the end of regulation time. | However, Brahim Diaz squandered the kick after having to wait some 14 minutes for the Senegal players to return, as they walked off the field to protest the penalty decision. | Morocco moved up three spots in the January ranking to eighth. The 2022 World Cup semi-finalists' previous…
(2026-01-20). Gul Plaza fire toll rises to 28 as DNA testing begins to identify victims. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from a massive fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi has risen to 28, said Dr Summaiya Syed. The blaze, which broke out late Saturday night, has destroyed most parts of the building. Rescue teams are still removing debris and recovering bodies. | She said DNA samples had been collected from 14 bodies, with the identification of six victims completed. She said one body was identified through a national identity card, while samples from 48 family members had been received to help establish the identities of the remaining victims. | All samples have been sent to the Sindh For…
(2026-01-20). All The Reasons Trump Should Resist Regime Change In Iran. menafn.com (MENAFN – Asia Times) | Since early January, President Trump has committed several times to intervening in Iran should its regime violently repress domestic protests, explaining that the US was locked …
(2026-01-20). Activists hack central Leeds billboard to expose Drax pollution. thecanary.co 
Axe Drax activists 'hacked' a central Leeds billboard exposing Drax's deadly pollution in the Southern US. The billboard reads '"I Can't Breathe" Drax Biomass Chokes Black Lives'. This is a quote from a community member regarding Drax's pollution and environmental racism in the Southern US. Police returned the billboard in 2025, after seizing it during […] | By
(2026-01-20). Specialists Neutralize Russian 'Petal' Mines Scattered On Hospital Grounds In Kherson. menafn.com (MENAFN – UkrinForm) According to Ukrinform, the Kherson Regional Police stated this on Telegram. | "Russian forces remotely mined the territory of a medical facility in central Kherson: PFM-1S …
(2026-01-20). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). 'Content to die': Afghanistan's hunger crisis worsened by winter, aid cuts. geo.tv 
An Afghan woman lights a fire to cook food at a makeshift kitchen in Markhor-e-Sufla village, Herat, Afghanistan, October 26, 2024. — ReutersWFP estimates 17 million Afghans face acute hunger.Winter shuts work opportunities as need rises sharply.WFP says 3 million more face acute…
(2026-01-20). Snowstorm leaves dozens injured in US pile-up. geo.tv 
This handout photo taken and posted by Michigan State Senator Roger Victory on his X account, shows truck and cars piled up after a crash along the I-196 highway, near Zeeland in West Michigan on January 19, 2026. — AFPWASHINGTON: Law enforcement officials said on Monday they were…
(2026-01-20). Your Party leadership candidate ruled ineligible. thecanary.co 
A candidate for the Your Party Central Executive Committee (CEC) elections has been ruled ineligible. Ian Spencer, standing as part of the Grassroots Left slate for the North East, has had his candidacy in the CEC elections withdrawn. This was on the basis of an accusation that he is a member of another political party. […] | By
(2026-01-20). China's secret plan to keep US out of Taiwan war: Xi to use civilian fishing boats, not warships. hindustantimes.com In a display of maritime precision, thousands of Chinese fishing boats were mobilized in the East China Sea to form an enormous 460 km floating barrier. The coordinated formations, revealed through vessel-tracking data and analyzed by The New York Times, suggest training or rehearsal for a potential naval blockade scenario near Taiwan and key shipping lanes. Analysts warn this unusual "civilian" fleet activity could be part of China's broader grey-zone strategy, using fishing vessels as a maritime militia to obstruct sea lanes, strain surveillance, and test responses from regional powers.
(2026-01-20). Authoritarians' Promise Of "Law And Order" Always Translates To Lawlessness At The Top. counterpunch.org 
Human history is a crime scene, and the perps have been, more often than not, men in uniform, often agents of the law, deployed by the political class to carry out their criminal intent. A defining refrain of Adolf Hitler was: "law and order." Law enforcement entailed the enforcement of authoritarian ideology on the German
(2026-01-20). Valentino Garavani Net Worth: How Wealthy Was The Italian Fashion Designer, Known For Leading A Lavish Life? menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) Valentino Garavani passed away on 19 January in his Rome home. He was 93. The legendary Italian fashion designer breathed his last from natural causes.Valentino founded his …
(2026-01-20). Artificial Intelligence an Asset, not a Substitute to Media. ummid.com Highlighting the possibilities and concerns of Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominating all walks of life in the world, senior analyst and columnist Asad Mirza said that AI is a tool for journalism, not a substitute.
(2026-01-20). Will the US Obtaining Control of Greenland Dissolve the NATO Alliance? globalresearch.ca The US president's push to acquire the Danish territory follows a long and complex historical tradition of American territorial expansion. | The United States embarked on a dramatic expansion of territory after the end of the American Revolution and into the …
(2026-01-20). Friday 1/23: Solidarity with General Strike Minneapolis, Rally in Palo Alto. indybay.org 855 Embarcadero | Palo Alto 94303 | (Town and Country Village shopping district)…
(2026-01-20). Interviews with NewsX World (India) today. gilbertdoctorow.com In my last item posted here, I mentioned the delay that sometimes comes in my receiving links to my interviews with News X World. Happily, I have just received and can now share the links to my appearances this morning and again this afternoon. The first two links below are from the morning. Regrettably there …
(2026-01-20). Racist, Transphobic, Fascist Black Metal Band to Play at Neck Of The Woods This Saturday. indybay.org Generally, the Bay Area black metal scene doesn't have a fash problem. However, there are some dark corners of the scene.
(2026-01-20). Is President Trump Tacitly Killing NATO? Peter Koenig. globalresearch.ca The NATO Summit in The Hague, 24-25 June 2025, has come and gone. | However, the scene of the infamous Summit reverberates with many uncertainties, illusions for some, deceptions for others. | At the outset, it looks like President Trump came to …
(2026-01-20). Africa Must Not Sleep in the AI Epoch. dissidentvoice.org Africa and the Global South stand at the edge of a historic turning point. A new architecture of global power has emerged—one built not on armies or invasions, but on algorithms, data pipelines, and invisible systems of digital control. In this new epoch, the greatest danger is not war. It is sleep. To sleep now …
(2026-01-20). Free BTS Performance At Gwanghwamun Square? Official Word From BIGHIT MUSIC. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) BTS' agency responds to news of a free performance at Gwanghwamun Square, as the group prepares for their long-awaited album return.Following the announcement of their highly …
(2026-01-20). In Minnesota, Trump Is Borrowing from the Dictators' Handbook. fpif.org Two weeks ago, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot dead a U.S. citizen and mother of three in Minneapolis, Minnesota, setting off mass protests and a storm of questions across the country. The executive branch has offered a set of answers about who Renee Good was, what she believed, and the nature of the agent's mental state in order to justify the killing of a civilian in the street of a peaceful city. | These answers suggest that Donald Trump is following four authoritarian rules that he seems to have lifted from the playbooks of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alex…
(2026-01-20). Will Trump Invade Norway Too? scheerpost.com President Donald Trump delivers remarks at a Rural Health Transformation Event. The White House, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | 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 Les Leopold / Presidents say stupid things. It's inevitable, b…
(2026-01-20). Breaking Court of Appeal erodes independence of juries. thecanary.co 
Campaign group Defend our Juries has been in touch with breaking news from the Court of Appeal: Independence of juries Today, 20 January, the Court of Appeal has substantially eroded the independence of juries, a centuries-old democratic safeguard against the abuse of power, by ruling in favour of a judge who threatened a jury with […] | By
(2026-01-20). Why security, not growth, is likely to command China's attention in 2026. scmp.com China achieved its twin goals of tech advancement and macro stability in 2025. Its goals for 2026 remain the same. However, a rapidly deteriorating global security environment is likely to shift national priorities towards preparation for worst-case scenarios. | Oil supplies and sea lanes are becoming insecure. The US-China trade war could reignite at any time. China will have to accelerate its goals of energy and technology self-sufficiency to enhance national resilience. Fighting for sea lane…
(2026-01-20). 'ISLAM' Party must unite with Shiv Sena for the larger interest of Malegaon. ummid.com Asif Shaikh, his father Shaikh Rasheed, Mufti Ismael, Mustaqeem Dignity and his mentor Nehal Ahmed all leaders of Malegaon have — in some way or the other, joined hands with the BJP and Shiv Sena in the past.
(2026-01-20). Record snow in Russia's far east blocks building entrances, buries cars. scmp.com The biggest snowfall in 60 years ‚Äåon Russia's Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula created ‚vast drifts several metres tall that blocked building entrances and buried cars, according to Reuters visuals and weather monitoring ‚Å stations. | In some areas more than 2 metres (6.5 feet) of snow has fallen in the first half of January after 3.7 metres in December, ‚according to weather monitoring stations. | Heavy snow is not uncommon in Kamchatka – a peninsula which stretches down towards Japan.
(2026-01-20). 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.
(2026-01-20). Federal Court Declines to Rehear Marilyn Mosby's Perjury and Mortgage Fraud Case. capitalbnews.org 
Marilyn Mosby won't get a do-over in her perjury and mortgage fraud case. A federal appeals court has denied a request to rehear the former Baltimore state's attorney's appeal. The U.S. Attorney's Office and Mosby's attorneys had asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit to take up the case. Yet, no judges …
(2026-01-20). To Sustain Prosperity As Its Population Shrinks, China Will Have To Invest Big At Home. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) China's economy met the government's official growth target in 2025, with official figures showing real gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 5%.Exports played an …
(2026-01-20). Saturday 2/7: A Journey: Social Justice and the Art of Neighboring in Palestine. indybay.org Islamic Center of Livermore | 3820 East Ave, Livermore CA…
(2026-01-20). Analyst explains when NATO's 'brain death' will occur. eng.belta.by The expert remarked that there has long been talk in Europe that NATO could soon be exhausted and has been living out its final days.
(2026-01-20). Justice department working to ensure re-opening of flood affected courts. sanews.gov.za Justice department working to ensure re-opening of flood affected courts | The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development says it is working with stakeholders to ensure the speedy re-opening of courts affected by flooding in KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo. | The two provinces, Limpopo in particular, have been battered by rain for the past week, resulting in loss of life and damage to property and infrastructure. | "The damages that occurred include roof leaks at the courts, electricity supply outage, structural damage and inability to access to the courts by both the public and staff due to access bridges th…
(2026-01-20). Kasibante Petitions Supreme Court, Challenges Museveni's Victory. plusnews.ug 
Former presidential candidate Robert Kasibante has petitioned the Supreme Court, challenging President Yoweri Museveni's victory in the 2026 general election, alleging widespread irregularities, violence, voter bribery, and failure by the Electoral Commission to conduct a free and fair poll. Museveni garnered nearly eight million votes, defeating opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, who garnered just under three million …
(2026-01-20). UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key: Important Notice to Read. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), while releasing the UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key (Provisional), has also issued important notification with regard to raise objections.
(2026-01-20). New matric, intermediate grading policy announced in Sindh. tribune.com.pk 
Sindh has introduced a new grading system for matriculation and intermediate levels, effective from the 2026 annual examinations. Initially, the system will apply to 9th and 11th grades in 2026, while 10th and 12th grades will adopt it from 2027. | The Department of Universities and Boards, with the approval of the relevant minister and the recommendation of the Inter-Board Coordination Committee (IBCC), issued the official notification. Under the new system, passing marks have been raised from 33 to 40, and candidates scoring below 40 will be considered "ungraded". | Results will now be released per subject,…
(2026-01-20). Saturday 1/24: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-01-20). UN Pension Review Raises Concerns Among Staff and Retirees. passblue.com 
The United Nations General Assembly's latest pension fund resolution — adopted at the end of December 2025 — has triggered concerns among current and former staff members of the organization that their retirement security may be at risk. The resolution invites the UN Pension Board to carry out a full review of the pension system, …
(2026-01-20). Trump reveals why he wants to invade Greenland. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump has just revealed why he wants to invade and take control of Greenland despite opposition.
(2026-01-20). Saturday 1/31: 2025 Oscar Winner: No Other Land Screening at Newark Public Library. indybay.org Newark Library | 37055 Newark Blvd | Newark CA…
(2026-01-20). Plastic Pollution is Growing in Cornwall, quicker than anybody predicted. thecanary.co 
Cornwall's beaches still look beautiful from a distance. But walk the tideline after a storm, or look closely at the wrack line where seaweed gathers, and a different story emerges — one of fragments, fibres, plastic bottles, crisp packets, and broken objects that were never meant to be here, yet now define the modern coastline. | Plastic pollution in Cornwall is no longer sporadic or seasonal. Locals describe it as constant, cumulative and accelerating. Each tide doesn't just bring new waste — it grinds what's already there into smaller and smaller pieces, embedding it deeper into sand, rock pools…
(2026-01-20). City of Marina Police Shoot and Kill Vehicle Driver, City Cancels MLK Celebration. indybay.org The City of Marina Police Department announced that officers with the department shot and killed the driver of a vehicle on January 18 during a traffic stop in the Marina Heights area near Bluffs Drive. Due to the police killing, the City of Marina "paused" its planned Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration that was scheduled for the morning of January 19 by the Marina Library.
(2026-01-20). Supreme Court Deliberates on Hawaii's Gun Control Law: A Constitutional Conundrum. devdiscourse.com In a pivotal legal battle, the U.S. Supreme Court's conservative majority cast doubt on a Hawaii statute limiting handgun carrying on private properties accessible to the public without express owner consent. The court heard arguments challenging the law, claiming it infringes on Second Amendment rights, in light of a 2022 Supreme Court precedent.
(2026-01-20). Selected Articles: Operation Arctic Endurance: Donald Trump Wants to Invade Greenland. Will it Lead to the Disintegration of NATO? globalresearch.ca 
By Denmark's Prime…
(2026-01-20). Shabana Mahmood wants the 'eyes of the state' on everyone, all the time. thecanary.co 
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has shared her vision for the state's use of AI and technology on the public. Inspired by 18th-century philosopher Bentham's 'Panopticon', Mahmood says she wants constant state surveillance over UK citizens. Shabana Mahmood and a police state Mahmood's controversial and authoritarian comments came in a Telegraph article, in which she […] | By
(2026-01-20). Bull Sharks Are Spending Longer In Sydney Harbour And Other Summer Grounds. Here's How You Can Stay Safe. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Four people have now been bitten by sharks in the last two days in New South Wales, including three in Sydney Harbour. Two people are in critical condition.The shark …
(2026-01-20). Australia's wildlife crisis exposes a catastrophic failure of government. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-20). Una hora sin X: qué pasó con la conversación pública en Cuba. cubadebate.cu La caída mundial de X el 16 de enero —visible en Cuba entre las 10 y las 11 de la mañana— interrumpió una parte clave del espacio público digital en plena circulación de contenidos tras la Marcha del Pueblo Combatiente. El episodio expuso la fragilidad de una plataforma cada vez más politizada y dominada por la derecha radical estadounidense, donde el algoritmo premia la provocación y amplifica dinámicas transnacionales hostiles.
(2026-01-20). Parque Solar Rafael Reyes sincronizado al SEN en Santiago de Cuba. cubadebate.cu Con una capacidad instalada de 21.8 megawatts y la puesta en marcha de siete inversores sincronizados, quedó conectado con el Sistema Eléctrico Nacional el parque solar fotovoltaico Rafael Reyes, segunda de las cuatro instalaciones previstas para la provincia como parte de la política inversionista de transición energética del país.
(2026-01-20). Comisión Nacional ratifica que la postemporada beisbolera no sufrirá cambios reglamentarios. cubadebate.cu La etapa culminante de la 64. ™ Serie Nacional de Béisbol se desarrollará respetando idénticas disposiciones normativas a las empleadas durante la temporada regular, tal como confirmó este día la Comisión Nacional de dicho deporte en un intercambio con periodistas realizado en la Ciudad Deportiva por directivos del béisbol en Cuba.
(2026-01-20). Fernando Hechavarría, Premio Nacional de Teatro 2026. cubadebate.cu Con este reconocimiento, anunciado a través de una llamada telefónica al homenajeado, Fernando Hechavarría corona una fructífera y extensa trayectoria en el mundo del espectáculo, dejando una huella profunda en la cultura nacional, demostrable no solo en la biografía que ha labrado, sino también en el aprecio del público ganado tras decenios de dedicación absoluta a la interpretación.
(2026-01-20). Comisión Nacional ratifica que la postemporada beisbolera no sufrirá cambios reglamentarios. cubadebate.cu La etapa culminante de la 64. ™ Serie Nacional de Béisbol se desarrollará respetando idénticas disposiciones normativas a las empleadas durante la temporada regular, tal como confirmó este día la Comisión Nacional de dicho deporte en un intercambio con periodistas realizado en la Ciudad Deportiva por directivos del béisbol en Cuba.
(2026-01-20). Una hora sin X: qué pasó con la conversación pública en Cuba. cubadebate.cu La caída mundial de X el 16 de enero —visible en Cuba entre las 10 y las 11 de la mañana— interrumpió una parte clave del espacio público digital en plena circulación de contenidos tras la Marcha del Pueblo Combatiente. El episodio expuso la fragilidad de una plataforma cada vez más politizada y dominada por la derecha radical estadounidense, donde el algoritmo premia la provocación y amplifica dinámicas transnacionales hostiles.
(2026-01-20). Fernando Hechavarría, Premio Nacional de Teatro 2026. cubadebate.cu Con este reconocimiento, anunciado a través de una llamada telefónica al homenajeado, Fernando Hechavarría corona una fructífera y extensa trayectoria en el mundo del espectáculo, dejando una huella profunda en la cultura nacional, demostrable no solo en la biografía que ha labrado, sino también en el aprecio del público ganado tras decenios de dedicación absoluta a la interpretación.
(2026-01-20). Prefeito de Kiev propàµe evacuaàßà£o da cidade. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, Kiev, a capital ucraniana, está à beira do colapso total. O prefeito da cidade, Vitaly Klitschko, pediu recentemente aos moradores que deixassem suas casas imediatamente e buscassem abrigo nas áreas vizinhas devido à incapacidade de garantir o fornecimento adequado …
(2026-01-20). Estratégico XIV Congreso Nacional del Partido Comunista de Vietnam en la nueva era. cubadebate.cu Vietnam estará desarrollando el XIV Congreso Nacional del Partido Comunista (PCV) bajo la concepción de avances estratégicos para una era de auge nacional. Este será un momento de gran significación no solo por definir el máximo liderazgo político de los próximos cinco años, sino también concretar la línea de acciones en la nueva era y el camino al desarrollo en el mediano y largo plazo.
(2026-01-20). Kiev Mayor Proposes Evacuating the City. globalresearch.ca Apparently, Kiev, the Ukrainian capital, is nearing total collapse. The city's mayor, Vitaly Klitschko, recently asked residents to leave their homes immediately and seek shelter in surrounding areas due to the inability to guarantee adequate electricity, heating, and water …
(2026-01-20). Prefeito de Kiev propàµe evacuaàßà£o da cidade. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, Kiev, a capital ucraniana, está à beira do colapso total. O prefeito da cidade, Vitaly Klitschko, pediu recentemente aos moradores que deixassem suas casas imediatamente e buscassem abrigo nas áreas vizinhas devido à incapacidade de garantir o fornecimento adequado …
(2026-01-20). Estratégico XIV Congreso Nacional del Partido Comunista de Vietnam en la nueva era. cubadebate.cu Vietnam estará desarrollando el XIV Congreso Nacional del Partido Comunista (PCV) bajo la concepción de avances estratégicos para una era de auge nacional. Este será un momento de gran significación no solo por definir el máximo liderazgo político de los próximos cinco años, sino también concretar la línea de acciones en la nueva era y el camino al desarrollo en el mediano y largo plazo.
(2026-01-20). Gli attacchi nel Mar Nero mirano a destabilizzare le relazioni tra la Russia e il mondo turco. strategic-culture.su L'Occidente e l'Ucraina continuano a perseguire una strategia di provocazione etnica contro la Russia. | Segue nostro La recente offensiva indiretta contro navi e beni appartenenti ai paesi partner della Russia nel Mar Nero rivela una strategia che va ben oltre la dimensione militare immediata del conflitto ucraino. L'attacco del 14 gennaio contro una petroliera kazaka da parte di droni ucraini deve essere analizzato in un contesto più a…
(2026-01-20). Sunday 1/25: Baked Goods Not Bombs. indybay.org Colusa Center, Kensignton…
(2026-01-20). Gaza's 'phase two' from a distance: Why hope still feels out of reach. aljazeera.com As Washington hails next stage of truce, Gaza sees a stark disconnect between promises and the deadly reality.
(2026-01-20). More than 100 vehicle pile-up leaves US motorists stranded in snowstorm. aljazeera.com US weather forecasters warn of extremely cold temperatures, potential for winter storms across several states.
(2026-01-20). Bangladeshi Gen Z toppled Hasina. Now they could decide next prime minister. aljazeera.com Young people, who make up 44 percent of voters, ousted Hasina. But they've never seen a competitive election, until now.
(2026-01-20). Australian Parliament backs tighter gun, hate crime laws after Bondi attack. aljazeera.com Bills yet to be voted by Senate, with opposition to gun law likely from conservative Liberal-National Coalition.
(2026-01-20). Denmark sends more troops to Greenland amid tensions with Trump. aljazeera.com Nordic country dispatches 'substantial contribution' of troops to the Arctic territory amid standoff with Washington.
(2026-01-20). North Korea's Kim Jong Un fires vice premier, publicly rebukes officials. aljazeera.com Kim condemns 'incompetent' party members for delays in government projects in advance of key ruling party meeting.
(2026-01-20). Video: Blast kills seven at hotel restaurant in Afghan capital Kabul. aljazeera.com An explosion in at a Chinese-run restaurant in the Afghan capital Kabul has killed a Chinese national and six Afghans.
(2026-01-20). UK to consider Australia-style ban on social media for children. aljazeera.com UK ministers will visit Australia to gather information on the social media ban for under-16s implemented last month.
(2026-01-20). World Economic Forum at Davos 2026: Dates, location and what to expect. aljazeera.com Every year, the World Economic Forum meeting takes place at the Swiss Alpine resort of Davos.
(2026-01-20). Australia closes dozens of east coast beaches after shark attacks. aljazeera.com NSW coastline has seen four shark attacks since Sunday, as experts say rainy conditions draw sharks to beach areas.
(2026-01-20). Eugene Doyle: Look where appeasing a bully has led the West Greenland, and then? asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle Donald Trump is a classic example of why you don't let bullies prosper. "Trump is cutting the last threads of the tattered cloth of 'the rules-based international order' — the self-serving system that touted international law as long as it didn't apply to the US and its allies. The Canadians, the…
(2026-01-20). New Caledonia's new Elysée-Oudinot pact signed in Paris despite boycott. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia's politicians and French President Emmanuel Macron have signed a new political and financial agreement over the French Pacific territory. The Elysée-Oudinot Accord was signed by most of New Caledonia's political leaders represented at New Caledonia's local Parliament, the Congress. But one of the main…
(2026-01-20). New Caledonia's new Elysée-Oudinot pact signed in Paris despite boycott. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia's politicians and French President Emmanuel Macron have signed a new political and financial agreement over the French Pacific territory. The Elysée-Oudinot Accord was signed by most of New Caledonia's political leaders represented at New Caledonia's local Parliament, the Congress. But one of the main…
(2026-01-20). China receives U.S. invitation to join Board of Peace for Gaza: FM. ecns.cn China has received an invitation from the United States to join the Board of Peace for Gaza announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular press conference on Tuesday.
(2026-01-20). China rejects U.S. claims of 'China threat' to Greenland. ecns.cn China blasted the "China threat" narrative and called for safeguarding the international law when commenting on the Greenland issue on Monday.
(2026-01-20). Return capsule of Shenzhou-20 spaceship safely lands on Earth. ecns.cn The return capsule touched down at the landing site at 9: 34 a.m. (Beijing Time) on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
(2026-01-20). China's public security situation continues to improve. ecns.cn China recorded further improvements in public security in 2025, with falling crime rates and rising public confidence, according to a work conference of the Commission for Political and Legal Affairs of the CPC Central Committee held from Sunday to Monday.
(2026-01-20). Beyond Blood and Borders | I must live to tell our story: Japanese 'war orphan' in China. ecns.cn Before the age of five, Gao Fengqin's life was filled with darkness. After Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II"ÄÄin 1945, her Japanese birth mother, stranded homeless in China, hid her in a cold, damp coal shed until she was adopted by a Chinese couple."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-20). China's Economy: Key Facts and Figures. ecns.cn For years, China's economy has confounded the pessimists. While skeptics have routinely scrutinized every new challenge or external shock as a prelude to inevitable decline, facts on the ground speak for themselves: While not immune to headwinds, the Chinese economy has proved far more resilient than many expected.Latest official data reinforce the assessment. Despite external shocks and domestic challenges, the Chinese economy expanded by 5 percent in 2025, a pace that met the set target and remained robust by global standards.
(2026-01-20). WEF's Gim Huay Neo: China driving global growth. ecns.cn As the World Economic Forum's annual meeting opens in Davos, Switzerland, a senior WEF official said China has been a key engine of global economic growth, contributing about one-third of worldwide expansion in recent years.
(2026-01-20). China calls for international efforts to prevent Japan from reverting to path of militarism. ecns.cn Sun Lei, China's deputy permanent representative to the UN, speaks during a UN Security Council meeting at the UN headquarters in New York, U.S., January 15, 2026."The Tribunal systematically adjudicated and exposed the crimes of Japanese militarism in planning, preparing for, and invading China and other Asian nations, as well as in launching the Pacific War," Sun said.
(2026-01-20). Xi congratulates Central African Republic president on reelection. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday congratulated Faustin-Archange Touadera on his reelection as president of the Central African Republic.In his message, Xi noted that in recent years, China and the Central African Republic have continued to deepen political mutual trust.
(2026-01-20). Shanghai aims to significantly grow GDP by 2035. ecns.cn Major progress should be made regarding the innovation of the service industry and domestic demand should play a bigger role in driving economic growth, according to the plan.
(2026-01-20). New Year art draws on town's colorful tradition. ecns.cn Yin Dongxiang (right) and her daughter Xiao Yang print a New Year painting depicting menshen, or door gods, on Dec 24, in Tantou, Shaoyang, Hunan province.This self-contained production cycle is a rarity in the world of nianhuaand underscores the deep-rooted cultural and artistic heritage of Tantou."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe process begins with the crafting of the paper itself, using locally sourced bamboo.
(2026-01-20). Healing the city: A mountain of trash that slept for 20 years is vanishing in Shenzhen. ecns.cn In South China's Shenzhen City, an unprecedented landfill environmental remediation project is underway, marking the largest volume landfill excavation and waste relocation project that has ever been launched in China.
(2026-01-20). Europe weighs retaliation after Trump's tariff threats over Greenland. ecns.cn In an address to the nation on Monday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the use of tariffs by the United States against allies was "completely wrong."Gill said the EU continues to engage with Washington "at all levels" over the latest tariff threats and is taking "every possible step" to protect the bloc's economic interests.
(2026-01-20). Chinese premier chairs symposium to solicit opinions on draft gov't work report, five-year plan. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday presided over a symposium for soliciting opinions and suggestions on the draft government work report as well as the draft outline of China's 15th Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development.
(2026-01-20). Death toll of Baogang plant explosion rises to 9. ecns.cn Nine people have been confirmed dead after an explosion at a steel plant in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, while one individual remains missing, local authorities said on Tuesday.
(2026-01-20). Nation's annual power use hits new milestone. ecns.cn China's annual electricity consumption surpassed 10 trillion kilowatt-hours for the first time in 2025, a milestone highlighting the country's accelerating shift toward high-tech manufacturing and broad-based electrification, industry experts said.
(2026-01-20). Board of Peace has European states worried, but most refrain from direct criticism. haaretz.com Although France has announced it will not join, Britain and Germany have made do with vague statements for now. The issue is expected to be discussed at the World Economic Forum in Davos which opened on Monday – and the signing ceremony for the Peace Council treaty is scheduled to take place at the conference on Thursday…
(2026-01-20). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-20). TESO REGION: 11 MPs lose Parliamentary Seats. independent.co.ug 
Soroti, Uganda | URN | The 2026 general elections have dramatically reshaped the Teso sub-region's political landscape, eliminating at least eleven Members of Parliament, including senior ministers and long-serving legislators, as the National Resistance Movement (NRM) tightened its grip on the region. Among the most notable casualties was State Minister for Works and Transport, Musa …
(2026-01-20). ‚ÄéRunner-up in Kalungu West Parliamentary race demands recount after razor-thin loss ‚Äé. independent.co.ug 
Kalungu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ismail Ssemakula Saaja, the runner-up in the Kalungu West parliamentary race in Kalungu District, is seeking a recount of votes cast in Thursday's elections. Ssemakula, who contested as an independent candidate, according to the Electoral Commission tally, narrowly lost to the National Unity Platform (NUP) incumbent, Joseph Gonzaga Ssewungu, …
(2026-01-20). Queen Amolo petitions over error in name on ballot. independent.co.ug 
Oyam, Uganda | URN | Queen Dorothy Amolo, one of the candidates for the Oyam South Constituency parliamentary seat has petitioned the Electoral Commission (EC) after discovering that her name was changed on the ballot paper. The Electoral Commission nominated eight candidates the Oyam South MP race. These included Benard Awuku (Independent), Patrick Obong (Independent), …
(2026-01-20). KASESE: Celebrations after decisive victory for NRM. independent.co.ug 
NRM Celebrates Winning Kasese Woman MP Seat, A Position That Eluded the Party Since Return of Multi-Party Politics Kasese, Uganda | URN | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party is celebrating a significant milestone after winning six parliamentary seats for the first time in Kasese District. The victory is especially notable in the Woman Member …
(2026-01-20). Japan PM Takaichi to dissolve lower house on Friday for Feb. 8 election. independent.co.ug 
TOKYO | Xinhua | Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday announced her plan to dissolve the House of Representatives on Jan. 23 for a snap general election set for Feb. 8. At a press conference, Takaichi said she will dissolve the 465-member lower house on Friday, the opening day of this year's ordinary parliamentary …
(2026-01-20). Trump Wields Wine Tariffs to Pressure France into Peace Board. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 200% tariff on French wines and champagnes, claiming the move would force French President Emmanuel Macron to join his proposed "Board of Peace," an initiative Trump says is aimed at resolving global conflicts. The threat followed Macron's reported refusal to participate. France has indicated it does not …
(2026-01-20). Trump Escalates Greenland Push, Says 'No Going Back' as Allies Warn of Trade and Security Fallout. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump has doubled down on his long-standing ambition to bring Greenland under U.S. control, declaring there was "no going back" on the issue and refusing to rule out the use of force. His remarks, accompanied by leaked private messages and AI-generated images shared on social media, have triggered alarm across Europe and …
(2026-01-20). Pakistan's 'Combat-Tested' Jets Fuel Surge in Defence Deals. moderndiplomacy.eu Pakistan's defence industry is attracting unprecedented global attention following last year's air conflict with India, where its jets, drones, and missiles earned the coveted "combat-tested" label. The success of the JF-17 fighter jets and supporting aircraft has sparked interest from multiple countries in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia, keen to diversify their defence …
(2026-01-20). UN Human Rights Council to Hold Emergency Session on Iran Amid Deadly Protests. moderndiplomacy.eu The U.N. Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will convene an emergency session in the coming days to address reports of widespread violence against protesters in Iran. The protests, the largest since 2022, have reportedly resulted in at least 5,000 deaths according to Iranian authorities. U.N. rights chief Volker Turk condemned the crackdown, while Human Rights Watch …
(2026-01-20). BJP Picks Youngest-Ever President to Court Youth Vote. moderndiplomacy.eu India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has elected Nitin Nabin, a 45-year-old legislator from Bihar, as its youngest-ever party president. Nabin succeeds J.P. Nadda, 65, in a move seen as a generational shift aimed at engaging India's massive youth electorate, which makes up more than 40% of voters. The election comes months ahead of crucial …
(2026-01-20). Vietnam's Lam Bets on Double-Digit Growth to Cement Power. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's top leader To Lam used his opening address at the Communist Party congress in Hanoi to pledge annual economic growth of more than 10% through 2030, despite what he described as overlapping global and domestic challenges. The once-in-five-years congress will determine the party chief the most powerful position in the single-party system and set …
(2026-01-20). Carney Seeks New Trade Order as Canada Tries to Loosen U.S. Grip. moderndiplomacy.eu Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is pushing an ambitious trade diversification strategy aimed at reducing Canada's heavy reliance on the United States and positioning the country as a leader in a new, more flexible global trading order. Triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policy and threats against allies, Carney has accelerated efforts to …
(2026-01-20). Trump Ties Greenland Threat to Nobel Snub as EU Braces for Trade War. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump has openly linked his renewed push to take control of Greenland with his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize, escalating a dispute that risks reigniting a transatlantic trade war and deepening strains within NATO. In remarks and private messages disclosed by Norway, Trump suggested that being passed over for the …
(2026-01-20). ASEAN Draws a Line on Myanmar's Military-Led Election. moderndiplomacy.eu ASEAN will neither send election observers nor certify Myanmar's ongoing three-stage election, Malaysia's foreign minister Mohamad Hasan said, effectively denying regional legitimacy to a poll organised by the military junta. Myanmar has been engulfed in civil conflict since the army overthrew an elected civilian government in 2021. The election, which began in December, has already …
(2026-01-20). Lawyers seek UK sanctions against Netanyahu over Gaza war. newarab.com 
(2026-01-20). Israel demands blocking of Turkey, Qatar from Gaza 'peace board'. newarab.com 
(2026-01-20). Doctors warn of fatal respiratory virus sweeping Gaza. newarab.com 
A rapidly spreading viral illness is For more than a month, "Over the past weeks, a widespread increase in infections has been observed, particularl…
(2026-01-20). Extortionate rent adds another layer of misery in Gaza. newarab.com 
Tens of thousands of Palestinians displaced by Israel's war on Gaza are struggling to rebuild their lives and secure shelter amid soaring rents, scarce housing, fierce competition and restrictive, often informal conditions imposed by landlords. | Since the US-brokered ceasefire came into effect in October, Palestinians, at least 90 percent of whom have been displaced, many of them repeatedly, have faced the near-impossible task of finding a place to live while attempting to restore some sense of stability. | Israeli restrictions on the entry of aid, combined with the lack of heavy machinery needed to clear millio…
(2026-01-20). New Zealand campaigners expose MPs who blocked Israel sanctions. newarab.com 
Information released by the New Zealand—based movements The bill, introduced by
(2026-01-20). Sudan paramilitary forces say 'regret' deadly Chad border clash. newarab.com 
Sudan's paramilitary In a statement on its official Telegram channel, the RSF said the clashes "resulted from an unintentional mistake during field operations" targeting forces from the Sudanese army who had entered from C…
(2026-01-20). Almost half of Kyiv without heat, power, after Russian attack. newarab.com 
(2026-01-20). Activists cry foul as Egypt shifts 25 Jan. holiday to Police Day. newarab.com 
There is desperation among activists in The decision, taken by the Egyptian It ostensibly aims to offer civil servants and private-sector workers lo…
(2026-01-20). Kuwait's first church granted minor basilica status. newarab.com 
According to Vatican News, the title of Minor Basilica is granted to "churches that hold special liturgical or pastoral importance, and that stand out for their historical, spiritual, or architectural value". | Known as Our Lady of Arabia, the Kuwaiti church has become the first to bear the title in the Arabian Gulf. | The church, originally built as a…
(2026-01-20). Israel destroys UNRWA headquarters in 'unprecedented' attack. newarab.com 
(2026-01-20). Jerusalem churches accuse Zionism of hijacking Christianity. newarab.com 
Senior church leaders in Jerusalem have warned against outside interference that they say threatens the Christian presence in the Holy Land and across the Middle East, following a meeting earlier this month between a In a statement issued on Saturday, the Patriarch and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem cautioned that individuals promoting what they described as "dama…
(2026-01-20). How many people were killed in the latest Iran uprising. newarab.com 
Conflicting figures have emerged over the death toll from protests in The unrest began in late December, as demonstrations against worsening economic conditions spread to multiple cities, with most protests turning violent. | The scale of the unrest has led to death toll estimates that exceed those reported during previous episodes of protest in…
(2026-01-20). UAE deepens military ties with India amid rivalry with Riyadh. newarab.com 
The The agreements were finalised during talks attended by the UAE president, who was accompanied by the country's foreign and defence ministers. | The two sides also agreed to explore joint development of nuclear technologies and signed a letter of intent aimed at establishing a strateg…
(2026-01-20). Ex-police chief referred to watchdog over Maccabi Tel Aviv ban. newarab.com 
West Midlands Police (WMP) is to be investigated over its role in the decision to ban notorious
(2026-01-20). Iraq blames overseas travel and tattoos for rise in HIV cases. newarab.com 
Iraqi According to the Health officials also confirmed that som…
(2026-01-20). The UAE's increasing courtship of Europe's far right. newarab.com 
The rise of While attention has focused on the role of governments such as the United States and Russia in amplifying this discourse, as well as business figures like
(2026-01-20). Morocco achieve record FIFA ranking, Senegal rise to 12th. newarab.com 
Morocco were beaten 1-0 after extra time by
(2026-01-20). Yemen accuses UAE of running secret prisons, Abu Dhabi denies. newarab.com 
The Saudi-backed Yemeni government accused The accusation fueled tensions in a deepening row between the The alleg…
(2026-01-20). Australia passes gun control laws over Bondi mass shooting. newarab.com 
(2026-01-20). Why body positivity has become another way to control women. newarab.com 
"Love your body. Embrace your curves. Accept yourself the way you are". Don't these phrases ring a bell? They flood our timelines, our adverts, our conversations. However, what happens if I cannot (or don't want to) do it? Would this make me "less feminist"? | For centuries, women's bodies have been regulated, scrutinised, and controlled. From rigid standards of beauty to prescriptive ideas about femininity, society has long dictated how women should look, move, and even feel about their bodies. Patriarchy told us to shrink our bodies, discipline them, conceal them, beautify them. | The message was clear: if you…
(2026-01-20). Mr. Trump: Greenland is not for sale. onlineopinion.com.au Trump threatens to seize Greenland from a NATO ally, shattering trust, exposing naked resource hunger, and risking the alliance that underpins Western security.
(2026-01-20). We are sleepwalking into nuclear catastrophe. responsiblestatecraft.org In May of his first year as president, John F. Kennedy met with Israeli President David Ben-Gurion to discuss Israel's nuclear program and the new nuclear power plant at Dimona. Writing about the so-called "nuclear summit" in "A State at Any Cost: The Life of David Ben-Gurion," Israeli historian Tom Segev
(2026-01-20). Syrian army advances risk fragile deal with Kurdish fighters. responsiblestatecraft.org Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa and President Trump
(2026-01-20). Unpacking Why Europe Is on the Back Foot in the Greenland Crisis. thinktank.pk In an increasingly volatile global landscape, Europe finds itself in a precarious position, often described as being "on the back foot." This phrase captures the defensive stance the continent has adopted amid escalating tensions with the United States over territorial ambitions, trade disputes, and security concerns. At the heart of the current turmoil is the …
(2026-01-20). How France and Germany Are Fighting for Economic Freedom from the US. thinktank.pk In an era of shifting global alliances and escalating trade tensions, France and Germany—Europe's economic powerhouses—are increasingly advocating for greater autonomy from the United States. This push stems from a combination of historical dependencies, recent geopolitical frictions, and a desire to safeguard the European Union's (EU) strategic interests. As of January 2026, with US President …
(2026-01-20). One Million More at Risk — Why Yemen Faces Its Darkest Hunger Crisis in Years. thinktank.pk As the calendar flips to 2026, Yemen — already battered by over a decade of relentless war — stands on the brink of a humanitarian abyss. According to fresh warnings from the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and UN-backed assessments, the nation is plunging into its most severe food insecurity phase since the dark days of …
(2026-01-20). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-20). US immigration thugs accelerate ethnic cleansing campaign, as sentiment for Minneapolis general strike grows among workers. wsws.org As support grows for mass collective action to drive ICE out of Minnesota and the fascists out of the White House, Minnesota trade union bureaucrats made clear at a press conference Monday that they would not lead any strike action.
(2026-01-20). Ford Kentucky Truck workers respond to exposure of union corruption and unsafe conditions. wsws.org "The UAW is stealing from the retired," a worker said.
(2026-01-20). 36 workers killed in huge landfill collapse in the Philippines. wsws.org Entirely preventable, the recent tragedy in Cebu is the result of capitalism's drive for profit at the expense of workers' safety and lives.
(2026-01-20). New Zealand foreign minister publicly rebukes Reserve Bank governor for criticising Trump. wsws.org Peters' extraordinary public rebuke exposes the sham of "central bank independence" and lays bare the social class interests at stake in monetary policy.
(2026-01-20). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Over 2,000 healthcare workers in Minneapolis-St. Paul are set to strike, while in Argentina, protests were held in support of Lutramax workers who are opposing firings.
(2026-01-20). NASA closes Goddard Space Flight Center library as it dismantles astronomy infrastructure. wsws.org The closure of NASA's largest research library at Goddard Space Flight Center represents a deliberate attack on scientific infrastructure and marks another step toward the privatization of space exploration.
(2026-01-20). The eruption of American imperialism reaches Europe: The conflict over Greenland and the fight against imperialist war. wsws.org The answer to Trump's fascistic policy of "might makes right" is not European rearmament but the international mobilization of the working class against all imperialist warmongers.
(2026-01-20). Bruce Springsteen denounces ICE "Gestapo tactics" in Minneapolis occupation. wsws.org The celebrated singer-songwriter dedicated a surprise performance to ICE murder victim Renee Nicole Good.
(2026-01-20). Chega's Ventura faces Socialist Party's Seguro in run-offs of Portugal's presidential election. wsws.org Portugal's 2026 presidential election has delivered a stark warning about the state of the country's political system.