(2026-04-23). Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks. tribune.com.pk 
Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as it tightened its grip on the strategic waterway after US President Donald Trump announced he was indefinitely calling off attacks, with no sign of peace talks restarting. | The status of a two-week-old ceasefire, due to expire earlier this week, remained unclear. In a sharp about-face hours after threatening renewed violence, Trump made what appeared to be a unilateral announcement on Tuesday that the US would extend a ceasefire until it had discussed an Iranian proposal in peace talks to end the two-month-old war. | Read: Complete cea…
(2026-04-22). Trump says there is 'no time frame' for ending war with Iran. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Wednesday there is"no time frame"for ending the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.Commander of Irans Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Ahmad Vahidi and his deputies had rejected much of what Irans own negotiators had discussed during the first round of U.
(2026-04-23). Israel kills five in Lebanon as Beirut seeks 'truce' extension. newarab.com 
A second strike then targeted a nearby building in the same village, wounding Khalil and trapping her beneath the rubble. She was later found dead at the scene, her employer, the prominent newspaper Al Akhbar, anno…
(2026-04-23). Israel kills journalist and wounds another in south Lebanon targeted attack. aljazeera.com Israel has killed journalist Amal Khalil and injured Zeinab Faraj in a 'double-tap' attack in southern Lebanon.
(2026-04-23). Antisemitism or anti-Zionism? Sydney Uni pressure to silence Israel, apartheid critics. asiapacificreport.nz University of Sydney's appointment of pro-Israel academic Michael Abrahams-Sprod as antisemitism adviser has exposed management to an embarrassing conflict in its approach to freedom of expression. Wendy Bacon reports for Michael West Media. SPECIAL REPORT: By Wendy Bacon While University of Sydney antisemitism adviser Dr Michael Abrahams-Sprod works in vice-chancellor Mark Scott's office as its…
(2026-04-23). The unfolding tragedy of Gaza's missing children amid genocide. newarab.com 
In Gaza, the issue of Made worse since the outbreak of
(2026-04-23). Iran laughs, Trump makes desperate plan as oil prices skyrocket in US: Real cause of longer truce. hindustantimes.com As Iran keeps dodging U.S. pressure and hinting at closing Hormuz, American fuel prices keep climbing. Trump quietly extends the ceasefire, weighs a longer Jones Act waiver, and braces for midterm backlash while insisting the blockade on Iranian ports will continue. Can he contain both Iran and voter anger at once?
(2026-04-23). After Hormuz, all eyes on Red Sea: Could Iran trigger a global shipping crisis at Bab al-Mandeb. hindustantimes.com What happens when the world's two most critical maritime chokepoints are pushed to the brink, at the same time? The Strait of Hormuz is already under pressure. Now, a new threat is emerging from the Red Sea. Iran's so-called "new cards" may not be nuclear or diplomatic, they may be geographic. The Bab al-Mandeb, a narrow strip of water most people have never heard of, suddenly becomes the hinge on which global trade swings. But how real is this threat? Can Iran actually pull this off through its regional network? And more importantly, what happens to your fuel prices, supply chains, and economy if it does? From S…
(2026-04-23). Is Iran 'collapsing financially'? Trump claims USA's Hormuz blockade is costing Tehran $500 mn a day. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump claims Iran is "collapsing financially" as Washington ramps up economic and military pressure despite extending the ceasefire. With tensions centered around the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. has deployed advanced surveillance systems like GARC drones to monitor Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Tehran, however, rejects the narrative, insisting it will not bow to sanctions or blockade pressure. Is this maximum pressure working—or pushing the region closer to escalation?
(2026-04-23). Donald Trump's exploited States of America. mronline.org 
Tariffs, kidnappings, blockades, bombings, and constant threats of escalation mark U.S. President Donald Trump's second term. The reason for the aggression: the U.S. must free itself from exploitation by other countries. According to Trump, the others are enriching themselves at the expense of the U.S. market, NATO partners are leaving the U.S. to shoulder the …
(2026-04-23). US imperialism's war on Iran unleashes global economic and social catastrophe for the working class. wsws.org American imperialism's determination to consolidate its geostrategic dominance over the Middle East, one of the world's most critical energy-producing regions, has already claimed the lives of thousands of Iranians. But the economic fallout from the US-instigated war and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could prove even more deadly.
(2026-04-22). Trump not viewing Iran's ships seizure near Hormuz Strait as breach of ceasefire: White House. ecns.cn The IRGC also targeted a Greek-owned ship named Euphoria on Wednesday, a third"violating ship"attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, which is now stranded on Irans shores, the Iranian semi-official Fars news agency reported.
(2026-04-23). US-Israeli aggression root cause of insecurity in Hormuz. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has termed the aggression of the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran as the root cause of insecurity in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-22). Pentagon assesses clearing Hormuz mines could take 6 months: report. ecns.cn This file photo taken on Feb.19, 2025 shows the Strait of Hormuz..S.defense officials briefed lawmakers this week on an intelligence assessment that it could take six months to fully clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines deployed by the Iranian military, The Washington Post reported Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Iran's parliament, SNSC weighing Hormuz control plan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Iran's parliament and Supreme National Security Council are jointly reviewing a proposed plan to assert sovereign control over the Strait of Hormuz, with final decision-making authority yet to be determined.
(2026-04-23). Iran's legal legitimacy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Iran's control of Hormuz isn't defiance—it's law. Bound by 1958 innocent passage rules, not 1982 transit rights, Tehran holds legal ground that Washington can't challenge.
(2026-04-23). Security conference on the South Caucasus concluded. unitedworldint.com 
With participation of numerous ambassadors, economic, and political experts from the Republic of Türkiye, the Russian Federation, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, along with the Chairman of the Vatan Party, Dr. Doƒüu Perinàßek. The Security Conference on the South Caucasus, organized by the National Strategy Center (USMER), has …
(2026-04-23). Iran to pursue US-Israel attack on scientific centers: VP. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — An Iranian vice president says the country will pursue in international forums the attacks on scientific centers by the United States and the Israeli regime.
(2026-04-23). Aftermath of US-Israel strikes on girls' dormitory in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — The Umm al-Banin dormitory, part of a school complex in Ravansar county of Kermanshah province, was struck during the military aggression of the Israeli regime and the United States on Iran.
(2026-04-23). Protesting Israel-US attacks on Iranian Schools, Colleges. juancole.com — | Letter regarding U.S.-Israel attacks on Iranian educational infrastructure: |
(2026-04-23). Iran economy looks set to withstand US naval blockade. newarab.com 
A After weeks of bombing and counter-strikes, focus has shifted to the standoff in the In response to Iran's blockade of the strait since the start of the Middle E…
(2026-04-23). Iran defies US blockade to claim tolls from Hormuz shipping. newarab.com 
Iran has banked the first proceeds from With planned peace talks hanging in the balance, more fuel-hungry airlines cancelled flights, oil pric…
(2026-04-22). Iran stresses dialogue, criticizes Washington's 'double standards' in negotiations. ecns.cn Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Wednesday that Iran has always welcomed resolving issues through dialogue and agreement and will continue to do so.
(2026-04-23). Gaza: Children among five killed in Israeli strike in Beit Lahia. newarab.com 
Gaza's civil defence agency said an Israeli airstrike targeted a group of civilians in a Gaza remains gripped by daily violence despite a 10 October ceasefire, as the Israeli military has been carrying out violations in the form of strikes, gunfire, and deliberate home demolitions. | "Five Palestinians, including three children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike that targeted a group of civilians near Al-Qassa…
(2026-04-23). Gaza's Informal Digital Economy and Resilience. juancole.com The telecommu…
(2026-04-23). UK media sidelined Palestinian voices in Gaza war, study finds. newarab.com 
The By analysing 11,295 excerpts from 686 articles covering the same events across the three news publishers and Al Jazeera, The report added that the publications als…
(2026-04-23). Gaza to hold first election in over 20 years amid Israel attacks. newarab.com 
Gaza's first elections in more than two decades Voting in the central Gaza city is scheduled for Saturday, alongside municipal elections across the Widely viewed by Palestinians as a symbol of national unit…
(2026-04-23). Palestinian reports: Five killed, including three children, in Israeli strike in northern Gaza. haaretz.com
(2026-04-23). Endangered saker falcon spotted in Xinjiang's Barluk Mountains. ecns.cn A saker falcon was spotted and recorded in early April at the rocky cliffs of the Barluk Mountains in Tuoli county of Tacheng prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
(2026-04-23). Condolences for respected jurist. sanews.gov.za Condolences for respected jurist | Constitutional Court Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has, on behalf of the South African Judiciary, expressed sadness at the passing of retired Judge President Achmat Naeem Jappie. | Jappie died on Wednesday at the age of 70, following a short illness. | "His passing is a great loss to the Judiciary and the legal profession. He will be remembered for his dedicated service, principled leadership, and lasting contribution to the administration of justice in South Africa," the Office of the Chief Justice said in a statement. | The retired judge was appointed to the bench in 1998 in post…
(2026-04-23). Trump's Vision for the Homeless Is Already Here. progressivehub.net RACHEL LITCHMAN | THE PROGRESSIVE…
(2026-04-23). Minab martyrs honored at Imam Reza shrine ceremony. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — A commemoration for martyrs from Minab's Shajareh Tayyebeh School was held at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad.
(2026-04-23). Iranian people thwarted Mossad sedition: Bahraini cleric. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — A representative of Bahrain's Shia leadership said Iran's popular mobilisation prevented Mossad from sowing unrest during recent regional tensions, crediting national unity for the outcome.
(2026-04-23). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on April 23. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English dailies on Thursday, April 23.
(2026-04-23). Wind and solar focus threaten America's and South Africa's economy. onlineopinion.com.au All countries urgently need more reliable, affordable electricity to create jobs, reduce poverty, and improve lives. South Africa is at a crossroads when it comes to electricity.
(2026-04-23). WHO Europe calls for stronger influenza vaccination efforts across region. ecns.cn OSLO, April 22 ⚪ The World Health Organization Regional Office for Europeon Wednesday called for stronger efforts to improve access to influenza vaccines and boost uptake among at-risk groups across Europe.
(2026-04-23). Is another financial crisis brewing in the U.S. economy? Economist Michael Hudson explains the dangers. mronline.org 
Reports suggest the U.S. economy may be on the verge of another financial crisis, with major problems in the $3 trillion private credit market. Economist Michael Hudson explains the dangers of Wall Street's Ponzi schemes.
(2026-04-23). Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty: UN. newarab.com 
More than 30 million people will be pushed back into poverty by the Fertiliser shortages – worsened by the blocking of cargo vessels through the
(2026-04-23). The EU still has no guts when it comes to Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org In a sign of mounting pressure on European leaders over Israel's violence in occupied Palestinian territories and beyond, more than a million EU citizens have
(2026-04-23). Mahan Air to resume flights between Iran, China. ecns.cn Iranian carrier Mahan Air announced that it will gradually resume passenger flight services between Iran and China starting next Sunday.
(2026-04-23). Tencent, Alibaba in talks to invest in DeepSeek at over $20 billion valuation. ecns.cn Chinese tech giants Tencent Holdings and Alibaba Group are in talks to invest in artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek, The Information reported on Wednesday, citing four people familiar with the discussions.
(2026-04-22). UNGA concludes interactive dialogues with UN secretary-general candidates. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 22 ⚪ The UN General Assemblyconcluded its two-day interactive dialogues with candidates for the position of the next UN secretary-general on Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Democrats up in Virginia, but US voters may pay price for redistricting war. aljazeera.com Experts say unprecedented flurry of tit-for-tat congressional redistricting risks surge in gerrymandering.
(2026-04-23). Pope Leo visits prison in Equatorial Guinea. aljazeera.com Pope Leo XIV visited a prison in Equatorial Guinea on the last day of his Africa tour.
(2026-04-23). Iran says won't reopen Hormuz as long as US blockade remains. newarab.com 
(2026-04-23). Pakistan making all-out efforts to resolve conflict in region. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Thursday that officials in Islamabad are making all-out efforts to resolve issues between Iran and the United States.
(2026-04-23). Virginia's Redistricting Vote Was About Representation, Power, and History. capitalbnews.org 
ARLINGTON, Virginia — After weeks of wall-to-wall campaigning, Virginians made their voices heard, approving a new U.S. House map that could help Democrats to pick up four additional seats and bolster Black political power in Congress. But less than 24 hours later, a judge barred the certification of the results. Wednesday's ruling halts state officials from …
(2026-04-23). In Numbers: Global tourists praise safety in China travel boom. ecns.cn The safety and convenience of traveling in China have become widely discussed topics on overseas social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
(2026-04-22). China issues guideline to boost energy conservation, carbon reduction. ecns.cn China released a guideline on Wednesday outlining arrangements to advance the country's energy conservation and carbon reduction efforts.
(2026-04-23). Turkey votes to ban social media for under-15s. newarab.com 
The Under the law, under-15s will be banned from creating accounts on social media, while digital platforms will be forced to put in age-verification systems, Turkish news broadcaster NTV reported. | The vote follows in the footsteps of similar bans and proposals to limit th…
(2026-04-23). Authorities expose 10 ecological violation cases, urge stricter enforcement. ecns.cn Chinas natural resources and forestry authorities on Thursday unveiled 10 typical cases of ecological violations identified in the first quarter of this year.
(2026-04-23). Remains of 12 Chinese martyrs in Korean War returned to homeland from ROK. ecns.cn The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers martyrs who lost their lives during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953) were returned to China from the Republic of Korea (ROK) on Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Ultra-Orthodox Jews burn Israeli flags to protest national day. aljazeera.com Ultra-Orthodox Jewish protesters have burned Israeli flags and brandished anti-Zionist banners in West Jerusalem.
(2026-04-23). Heartland Institute Climate Experts Comment on Earth Day. wattsupwiththat.com "Earth Day today feels increasingly detached from the kind of environmental problems that gave rise to it in 1970. Back then, the issues were obvious and immediate — urban smog, polluted rivers, toxic industrial discharge — and they were addressed with equally direct solutions.
(2026-04-23). China rolls out youth-focused urban policy to expand housing, childcare support for young people. ecns.cn China has issued a new policy requiring cities to integrate youth development into urban planning, covering housing, healthcare, education and public services, to better support young people and families across the country.
(2026-04-23). Palestine movement defies police over Nakba Day march in London. newarab.com 
The Palestine movement in the United Kingdom has begun preparations for a It described the march as "decisive" in affirming solidarity with Palestine and opp…
(2026-04-23). Trump Justice Department indicts Southern Poverty Law Center in frame-up to aid fascist groups. wsws.org The indictment does not expose a fraud against donors but the Trump administration's effort to criminalize the monitoring of fascist organizations and rehabilitate the white supremacists the SPLC exposed.
(2026-04-23). "This is gaslighting. A deception" : Los Angeles school workers denounce union-backed sellout contracts. wsws.org A WSWS analysis of comments on union social media found roughly two-thirds of UTLA comments and a majority of SEIU 99 comments were against the contracts.
(2026-04-22). Russia hopes U.S. envoys' visits on Ukraine settlement to continue: Kremlin. ecns.cn Russia hopes that visits by U.S. representatives related to a Ukraine settlement will continue, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Working class support for One Nation (Part I): Towards an honest explanation. links.org.au 
Lisbeth Latham argues the surge in support for One Nation has forced a question the Australian left has avoided answering honestly: why do some workers support a politics that appears to cut against their own material interests?
(2026-04-23). Trump always backs down: What is behind ceasefire extension? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Trump treats foreign policy as theater. But when the curtain rises on real costs, the bluff collapses. Iran knows the script very well.
(2026-04-23). China sees higher grain output, stable prices in 2026: official report. ecns.cn China expects grain output to rise in 2026, with prices remaining broadly stable, according to an official agricultural outlook report covering the next decade.
(2026-04-23). Trump says 'no time frame' for ending war, Iran opposes maritime blockades. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said there is "no time frame" for ending the war with Iran, while Iran's parliamentary speaker insisted that a full ceasefire depends on the lifting of maritime blockades.
(2026-04-23). CATL says new batteries cut charging time, extend EV range. ecns.cn Chinese battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) said it has developed a new generation of electric vehicle batteries designed to reduce charging times and extend driving range.
(2026-04-23). US ramps up boat strikes in Latin American waters amid mounting proof that victims are fishermen. wsws.org Escalating US military strikes targeting fishermen under the pretext of a "war on drugs" are driven by a broader agenda of imperialist domination.
(2026-04-23). New proof that Israel lobby writes EU script. electronicintifada.net Kallas serves a cocktail of dishonesty and farce.
(2026-04-23). UK court: Peter Tatchell Palestine protest ban 'unreasonable'. newarab.com 
(2026-04-23). Resourceful Earth Day: Fred Smith on Julian Simon. wattsupwiththat.com "The problems of famine, overpopulation, poverty, and disease are resolvable. In fact, they have been resolved in the United States and other places where human ingenuity is free to solve them."
(2026-04-23). Duterte to face ICC trial after judges confirm murder charges. newarab.com 
Former Philippines president Duterte would be the first Asian former head of state to face trial at the ICC, which prosecutes individuals for the world's worst crimes such as war crimes and crimes against humani…
(2026-04-23). Rights Need to Guide Global Fossil Fuel Phaseout. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Climate activists hold a rally to protest the use of fossil fuels on Earth Day in front of the White House on April 22, 2023, in Washington, DC. | © 2023 AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File…
(2026-04-23). Can fish hook voters in India's West Bengal elections? aljazeera.com In battle for India's West Bengal election, PM Modi's men campaigned with fish in hand to try to connect with voters.
(2026-04-23). Sheikh Baha'i: Prominent scholar of Safavid era. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Commemorations of Sheikh Baha'i underscore his role in Safavid Iran, where he combined scientific inquiry, religious scholarship, and public service, leaving a lasting imprint on culture, architecture, and governance in Iran.
(2026-04-23). China makes major strides in fight against desertification, shares lessons with world. ecns.cn Along the southeastern edge of China's Tengger Desert, workers were pressing bundles of straw rope into the sand in a grid pattern, like a giant checkerboard holding the dunes in place.
(2026-04-23). China marks navy's 77th anniversary amid growing role in safeguarding peace. ecns.cn China on Thursday celebrated the 77th anniversary of its navy, whose presence and increasing strength have become a significant force in maintaining regional and global stability.
(2026-04-23). US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say. tribune.com.pk 
Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a US official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the Pentagon coming just weeks after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted the Army's top general. | The Pentagon announced his departure in a brief statement, saying he was leaving the administration "effective immediately." But it did not provide a reason or say whether it was his decision to go. | His firing was first reported by Reuters. | The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Phe…
(2026-04-23). Green 'crop circles' emerge on edge of Taklimakan Desert. ecns.cn Viewed from above, the fields resemble giant clock faces, while the long irrigation arms move slowly like clock hands, rotating evenly around their central pivots.
(2026-04-23). Japan's moves on Yasukuni Shrine blatantly provoke international justice: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Japan's negative moves related to the Yasukuni war shrine constitute a blatant provocation against international justice and an affront to human conscience, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday, adding China is strongly indignant over and deplores such practices.
(2026-04-23). China reports steady farm output, rural income growth in Q1. ecns.cn The number of newborn piglets last month declined year-over-year for the first time in 17 months, gradually improving the supply-demand balance and stabilizing prices, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.
(2026-04-23). China identifies new lunar mineral, matching U.S. total. ecns.cn A lunar mineral discovered by a Chinese research team has been approved by the International Mineralogical Association, marking the 11th lunar mineral identified globally, according to media reports.
(2026-04-23). The US witch-hunt against Chinese scientists and the death of Danhao Wang. wsws.org Danhao Wang's death is the direct consequence of a systematic government- and university-sponsored political operation targeting young Chinese researchers. This xenophobic purge, deeply intertwined with the capitalist military-industrial complex, is part of the broader attack on the democratic rights of all immigrants, students and working people.
(2026-04-23). Ahvaz people renew pledge to Leader. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — People of Ahvaz gathered in the streets for the 53rd consecutive night of spontaneous rallies across Iran, reaffirming allegiance to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
(2026-04-23). Top US Navy official to leave office 'immediately:' Pentagon. newarab.com 
US Secretary of the Navy John Phelan will leave office "immediately," Phelan's departure follows the removal of top US Army officer general Randy George and two other senior officers earlier this month, at a time when the United States is locked in a Phelan "is departing the administration, effective immediately," Pentag…
(2026-04-23). Structural reforms boost investor confidence. sanews.gov.za Structural reforms boost investor confidence | Despite a challenging global economic environment, strong and sustained progress in implementing growth-enhancing structural reforms has strengthened policy credibility and positioned South Africa to attract higher levels of investment. | This is according to the Phase II of Operation Vulindlela progress report for the fourth quarter of 2025/26, which sets out key milestones achieved between January and March 2026 across the seven reform focus areas. | The reforms currently underway aim to reduce input costs, improve competitiveness, and create opportunities for pri…
(2026-04-23). For the second year in a row, Nakba Day march canceled due to Israel Police limits. haaretz.com Organizers say they had no choice after police demanded they limit the march to 1,000 people and bar Palestinian flags. Instead, a panel on the Nakba was broadcast on Zoom…
(2026-04-23). Dia al-Azzawi on his Excursion Across Time London exhibition. newarab.com 
When renowned British Iraqi visual artist Presented in 1978 at the At this early stage, Azzawi's paintings and etc…
(2026-04-22). Services to top 100 trln yuan by 2030. ecns.cn China will intensify efforts to upgrade its fast-growing services sector, aiming to foster an open, competitive and high-quality ecosystem that benefits both Chinese consumers and global providers, experts and executives said.
(2026-04-23). Working class support for One Nation (Part II): In defence of the explanation. links.org.au 
Lisbeth Latham looks at criticisms of the labour aristocracy thesis, arguing that they rest on analytical errors worth examining carefully as they illuminate why the left struggles to explain working class support for One Nation.
(2026-04-23). US Treasury chief says Gulf allies request currency swap lines. newarab.com 
(2026-04-23). UN envoy meets Houthis to push Yemen peace efforts, calls for detainee release. ecns.cn SANAA, April 22 ⚪ UN Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg said Wednesday that he discussed with the Houthi group ways to advance the UN mediation process and efforts to move forward negotiations on the release of detainees.
(2026-04-23). Deaths of CIA agents in Mexico spark sovereignty row with White House. scmp.com The death of US officials following an operation to dismantle a drug lab in northern Mexico is escalating tensions with Washington, as President Claudia Sheinbaum insists her government was unaware of their involvement. | At a news conference, Sheinbaum said Mexican security officials involved in the operation were never told about the presence of foreigners, which she described as a clear breach of security protocols. A person familiar with the matter confirmed that the two US nationals worked…
(2026-04-23). UN leadership race takes centre stage with first round of interviews. scmp.com The race to become the next leader of the United Nations moved into a higher gear with the four declared candidates facing hours of questions over two days. Top among them: can the UN be made effective again? | Rafael Grossi, an Argentine diplomat who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency, struck a downbeat note about the global body's future during his interview replace Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
(2026-04-23). How one rogue judge stacked the odds against Palestine Action. electronicintifada.net Defendants in the Filton case have been prevented from arguing that their actions amounted to reasonable force to prevent war crimes.
(2026-04-23). Growing number of potential flashpoints in global financial system. wsws.org As the US war on Iran continues, the global financial system is increasingly coming to resemble a minefield.
(2026-04-22). SpaceX reaches deal with AI startup Cursor. ecns.cn Cursor CEO Michael Truell said on social media that he looks forward to partnering with the SpaceX team to scale up Composer, calling the partnership"a meaningful step"toward building more advanced AI-assisted programming systems.
(2026-04-23). Eskom diesel contracts investigation near completion. sanews.gov.za Eskom diesel contracts investigation near completion | Eskom says its Group Investigations and Security Department investigation into possible irregularities relating to the procurement of diesel fuel and storage contracts is in its final stages of completion. | This after reports that diesel supplier contracts at the power utility had been allegedly riddled with corruption and irregular contract management. | "As part of its ongoing governance, risk and assurance processes, Eskom…launched an investigation into possible irregularities relating to the procurement of diesel fuel and storage contracts. | "Eskom ca…
(2026-04-23). Women's water polo debuts at 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya. ecns.cn Kazakhstan defeated Thailand 3-2 during the water polo women's round-robin final match at the 6th Asian Beach Games, which marks the sport's debut at the event.
(2026-04-22). 2 dead, 19 hospitalized after chemical leak at U.S. West Virginia plant. ecns.cn NEW YORK, April 22 ⚪ At least two people were killed and 19 others sent to hospital on Wednesday after a chemical leak occurred at a silver catalyst manufacturing plant in the U.S.state of West Virginia, local authorities said.
(2026-04-23). China rolls out guideline to build youth-friendly cities. ecns.cn China has rolled out a new guideline to deepen the development of youth-friendly cities, aiming to systematically optimize an environment in which young people can"enter, stay, live comfortably and succeed in their careers".
(2026-04-23). Iran Seizes Ships, closes Hormuz until US lifts Blockade. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The naval branch of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps
(2026-04-23). Florida's assembly line of death: The execution of Chadwick Willacy and the political machinery behind America's killing season. wsws.org Willacy was the eighth person executed this year in the US and the fifth in Florida, the latest casualty of an accelerating machinery of death overseen by Governor Ron DeSantis.
(2026-04-23). Study finds gene therapy may improve hearing in some deaf patients. ecns.cn An experimental gene therapy improved hearing in most patients with a rare form of congenital deafness, according to results from a China-led clinical study published in the journal Nature.
(2026-04-23). ICE Re-Detains Plaintiff Out On Bond in Landmark Case Challenging L.A. ICE Raids, Sends Him Back To Adelanto. lataco.com After the Supreme Court refused his challenge to ICE, Isaac Antonio Villegas Molina, a construction worker filing a lawsuit against ICE with the help of the ACLU, was detained once again during his ISAP check-in.
(2026-04-23). Euro, yuan unlikely to match US dollar as global currencies, Daniel Gros says. scmp.com Daniel Gros is the director of the Institute for European Policymaking at Bocconi University. Previously, he served as an adviser to the European Parliament, collaborated with the European Commission as economic adviser to the Delors Committee, which developed plans for the euro, and worked at the International Monetary Fund. | In this interview, Gros examines the structural tensions shaping EU-China economic ties, draws lessons from the euro's experience to analyse the yuan's…
(2026-04-23). Bangladesh: 4 Arrested for 'Insulting' Government. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Social media apps on a mobile phone. | © 2018 AP Photo | (London) — The arrest of at least four people in Bangladesh for posting social media content supposedly critical of the new government is an alarming continuation of the previous government's repressive practices, Human Rights Watch said today. Tarique Rahman's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government should live up to its promises on freedom of expression, end the misuse of existing laws to silence dissent, and amend or replace legislation to remove provisions that are open to abuse. Prime Minister Rahman took off…
(2026-04-23). Putting the calamity makers in charge: Anthropic and Claude Mythos preview. onlineopinion.com.au AI firms warn of catastrophic risk while racing to build it. Anthropic's latest model exposes that contradiction in full.
(2026-04-23). Israel quietly pushes plans for another West Bank settlement. newarab.com 
After re-establishing the settlements of Homesh and Sanur, which were removed under
(2026-04-23). U.S. Expands "Economic Fury" Sanctions on Iran as Trump Declares Ceasefire. progressivehub.net SHARON ZHANG | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-04-23). US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, say sources. geo.tv 
US Secretary of the Navy John Phelan speaks, after President Donald Trump announced the Navy's "Golden Fleet", at Mar-a-lago in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 22, 2025. — ReutersPhelan clashed with Hegseth, other military leaders.Hegseth has fired top officials from across the…
(2026-04-23). Report on Xinjiang bridge collapse blames safety violations; 11 under investigation. ecns.cn An investigation into a suspension bridge collapse in northwest China that killed five people and injured 24 found construction flaws and safety violations were to blame, authorities said Wednesday. Eleven people have been referred to judicial authorities.
(2026-04-23). UK, France agree to three-year deal to stop migrant crossings. newarab.com 
Under the deal, France pledged to increase law enforcement Britain will meanwhile provide up to 766 million euros ($89…
(2026-04-23). Australia: Two workers killed on the job in Brisbane in three days. wsws.org These terrible deaths point to a rising toll due to unsafe conditions and increased rates of exploitation in Australia and internationally.
(2026-04-23). Nigel Farage Promotes Reform UK Donor's Pothole Repair Machine on Election Leaflets. bylinetimes.com 
Reform UK have been using their campaign leaflets to promote a product produced by a major donor to Nigel Farage's party. | Reform leaflets sent out for the local elections have promoted the 'JCB Pothole Pro', as part of their promise to "FIX the ROADS!". | The promotion came after JCB's owners donated hundreds of thousands of pounds to the party. | The leaflets feature the promise to address potholes using the machine, which was allegedly 'dedicated just to us', in amongst other pledges to take power away from the civil service, reject 'unnecessary over development', and to crack down on unspecified illegal h…
(2026-04-22). Tesla reports higher Q1 revenue, profit. ecns.cn S.electric vehicle maker Tesla on Wednesday reported financial results for the first quarter of 2026, with total revenue rising 16 percent year on year to 22.4 billion U.
(2026-04-23). Bulgaria's parliamentary election returns Radev's Progressive Bulgaria with an absolute majority. wsws.org Workers and youth will soon confront a Radev administration determined to defend the interests of the imperialist powers and the Bulgarian ruling class.
(2026-04-23). Automated irrigation creates 'crop circles' in Taklimakan Desert. ecns.cn Twenty-five green "crop circles," each measuring 800 meters in diameter, have appeared in Kunyu City on the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2026-04-23). Scientists create largest-ever cosmological simulation, opening new window into universe. ecns.cn A Chinese-led international team has released the largest-ever cosmological simulation, named "HyperMillennium," offering scientists a powerful digital tool to explore cosmic evolution.
(2026-04-23). Who are graduate student strikers up against at Harvard University? wsws.org The Harvard Corporation consists of a virtual Who's Who of America's corporate-financial oligarchy.
(2026-04-23). The Bear unbound: Russia's warning, NATO promises and the dangerous complacency of the West. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-23). A fake threat exposes a very real crisis between Turkey and Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-23). Russian strike on Ukraine kills two, wounds eight: local authorities. ecns.cn
(2026-04-23). Despite Trump's threats, a US-Cuba deal is taking shape. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-23). DK tops, Udupi second as Karnataka SSLC hits impressive 94.1% pass rate. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-23). No stress, full Marks: How Udupi's Preetham Poojary scored a perfect 625/625 in SSLC. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-23). Una firma por la paz, y por el sagrado deber de defender la Patria. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del CCPCC y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, participó este miércoles en el acto realizado en la sede de la organización partidista para respaldar el movimiento "Mi Firma por la Patria", que se ha convertido en un llamado a cada cubano, ante la amenaza imperial.
(2026-04-23). Washington responde a la incautación de dos buques por el ejército iraní. cubadebate.cu La Armada de la Guardia Revolucionaria de Irán publicó este miércoles imágenes que muestran la incautación de dos buques portacontenedores en el estrecho de Ormuz. Según las autoridades del país persa, la detención de los buques MSC-Francesca y Epaminodes por incumplir las condiciones de seguridad.
(2026-04-23). Pocos "Vientos de Cuaresma" cubadebate.cu En ocasiones se han emitido alertas para la navegación y actividades marítimas en ese periodo, no solo ante la presencia pronosticada de fenómenos peligrosos. Los vientos del Sur persistentes en estos mess, aunque en sí no constituyen un fenómeno meteorológico peligroso, sí pueden poner en riesgo sobre todo a aquellos que realizan actividades marítimas mar afuera.
(2026-04-22). Cuba confirms recent meeting with U.S. delegation. ecns.cn A meeting was recently held in Cuba between delegations from Cuba and the United States, Alejandro Garcia del Toro, deputy director general for U.S. affairs at Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, told Cuba's state daily Granma on Monday.
(2026-04-23). Ricky and Mad Bills to Pay (or Destiny, dile que no soy malo): "Society is also something real…" wsws.org The two films present some of the same problems, some of the same problems that a good number of American (and not simply American) "small," "realist" dramas exhibit.
(2026-04-22). Headlines for April 22, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire But Maintains Blockade as Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Frays as Hezbollah Fires on Israeli Forces, Israeli Army Reservist Kills Two Palestinians in West Bank Settler Attack, NYT: Two Senior Hamas Officials Say Group Could Give Up Some Weapons Belonging to Police Force, Justice Department Indicts Southern Poverty Law Center on Federal Fraud Charges, CIA Agents Among U.S. Officials Killed in Mexico Car Crash, Prompting Probe into Covert Operations, Indigenous Communities and Environmental Activists Vow to Fight Mexican President Sheinbaum's Rever…
(2026-04-22). Israeli airstrike kills journalist Amal Khalil in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
An Israeli airstrike killed a The civil defence agency's press office said rescuers were "able to recover the body of martyred journalist Amal Khalil, who was killed as a result of a hostile airstrike that targeted a house in the town of al-Tiri". | Her employer, the Lebanese daily newspaper Al-Akhbar, also announced her death. | Lebanon's Information Minister Paul Morc…
(2026-04-22). Why does a defaced statue of Jesus get more sympathy than murdered Black and Brown people? thecanary.co 
A statue of Jesus, which the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) destroyed in Southern Lebanon, has received far more sympathy than the thousands of Black and Brown people whom Israel has murdered. Destruction of Jesus statue should serve as moral wake-up call for IDF, Israel t.co/WEBKWclH6I — The Times of Israel (@TimesofIsrael) April 20, 2026 A […] | By
(2026-04-22). Latin patriarch of Jerusalem condemns destruction of Jesus statue by Israeli soldier in Lebanon. tribune.com.pk 
The Latin patriarch of Jerusalem has condemned the destruction of a statue of Jesus by an Israeli soldier in southern Lebanon. | In a statement, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa expressed "deep indignation" and "unreserved condemnation" for the desecration and destruction of a statue of Jesus by an Israeli soldier, Italy's ANSA news agency reported on Monday. | Describing the act as a "grave affront to the Christian faith" and part of "other reported incidents of desecration of Christian symbols," he denounced it as "a worrying failure in moral and human formation" and reiterated Pope Leo's call for a "disarme…
(2026-04-22). Israel, Lebanon to hold 2nd ambassador-level talks in U.S. amid fragile ceasefire. ecns.cn Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold their second ambassador-level talks at the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C., U.S. media reported Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). How Israel used aid to advance its aims in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
Lebanon border village has raised questions over the relationship between Israel and the organisation behind the shipment, following an investigation by The New Arab. | The aid was dropped into the Christian-majority village of Rmeish in Bint Jbeil district by an organisation called Samaritan's Purse, in The move appeared aimed at managing the siege imposed on
(2026-04-22). How Israel expands its control of south Lebanon border villages. newarab.com 
As the ceasefire in Lebanon enters its fifth day, the Israeli army is At the same time, the Israelis are…
(2026-04-22). Friday 4/24: Protest the zionist consulate in SF. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | SF…
(2026-04-22). Watch: Israeli propagandist boasts of 60k-strong pro-genocide hasbara operation. thecanary.co 
Former Israeli intelligence officer Ella Kenan's boast to a pro-Israel conference has exposed the occupation's massive digital propaganda operation. Kenan's 60,000-strong 'army' is focused entirely on undermining global support for the Palestinian people. Israeli arrogance With typical Israeli arrogance, she claims that her organisation's reach is 'completely organic'. Then, in the next sentence, she boasts […] | By
(2026-04-22). US drops all demands ahead of talks, Mojtaba wins nuclear victory as Trump does shocking u-turn. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump says Iran's nuclear programme has been obliterated, but then admits what's left behind could take years to clean up. So which version is true? As the ceasefire clock ticks down, a new phrase has entered the narrative: "nuclear dust." Trump claims it proves success. But does it actually raise more questions than answers? Because buried beneath the rubble is the rubble: Where is Iran's enriched uranium? If the sites were destroyed, what happened to the material inside? And if it's still there, who controls it now? The answers are unclear, and uncertainty is only growing as Washington, Tehran, and even…
(2026-04-22). Did Iran ever Really Have a Nuclear Weapons Program? scheerpost.com Fariba Amini Informed Comment Interview of Dr. Mehran Mostafavi by Fariba Amini In a resolution against nuclear war initiated by philosopher Bertrand Russell and endorsed by Albert Einstein just a week before his death, they wrote: "We appeal, as human beings, to human beings, remember your humanity and forget the rest. If you do so, …
(2026-04-22). Iran hangs former nuclear employee on spying charges: NGOs. newarab.com 
Iran hanged a man on Wednesday convicted of links to The execution of Mehdi Farid was the latest in a number of hangings of high-profile convicts in an accelerating trend that has alarmed rights groups. | "Mehdi Farid… was hanged this morning for extensive cooperation with the terrorist spy service Mossad after the case was examined and the final verdict was appro…
(2026-04-22). In last-minute reversal, Trump extends ceasefire with Iran. wsws.org Iranian officials said they would not return to talks until the US ended its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, while warning that Trump may be preparing a second sneak attack on their country.
(2026-04-22). IRGC Navy seizes two violating vessels in Persian Gulf. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iran's IRGC Navy says it seized two vessels, MSC-FRANCESCA and EPAMINODES, for manipulating navigation systems and endangering safety in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-22). Trump threatens to bomb Iran again after announcing ceasefire extension. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said late Tuesday that any move by the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would preclude a deal with Iran, warning that an agreement would be impossible unless "we blow up the rest of their country."
(2026-04-22). Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe. tribune.com.pk 
At least three container ships were hit by gunfire in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, maritime security sources and the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said. | Iran has imposed restrictions on ships using the strait, first in retaliation for the US-Israeli bombardment of the country, and then in response to a US blockade of Iranian ports. | A Liberia-flagged container ship sustained damage to its bridge after ‚Å being hit by gunfire and rocket-propelled grenades northeast of Oman. | Also Read: Iran says no talk…
(2026-04-22). Iran war reflects the false promise of US 'energy dominance'. scmp.com In the spring of 2026, amid a fragile ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump continues to insist that the United States is untouched by disruptions in the Persian Gulf. "We don't use it", he has claimed, echoing years of "energy dominance" rhetoric. | The numbers tell a different story. The United States remains a net importer of crude oil. Its refineries are engineered for the medium sour barrels that flow through the Hormuz Strait. And the global price shock triggered by the…
(2026-04-22). Iran, Italy FMs discuss regional tensions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iranian and Italian foreign ministers discussed regional security and economic fallout from U.S.-Israeli military aggression during a Wednesday phone call.
(2026-04-22). Iran's Armed Forces hands on trigger to respond to any attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — The spokesman of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that Iran's armed forces have their hands on the trigger, fully prepared to immediately strike predetermined targets if the US or Israel commits any aggression.
(2026-04-22). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-22). Israelis are being recruited as spies for Iran in what security experts call an espionage 'epidemic'. mondoweiss.net 
Israel has long used the same playbook to recruit informants from enemy societies. Iran is now using it to recruit spies in Israel by exploiting new cracks in Israeli society.
(2026-04-22). Iran's epic win: MOSSAD loses elite agent 'M', Barnea's shocking confession humiliates Netanyahu. hindustantimes.com Israel's spy agency Mossad faces scrutiny after chief David Barnea confirmed an operative, codenamed "M.," was killed during covert operations against Iran. The admission comes amid rising tensions following Iran's claim it arrested four alleged Israeli spies, intensifying the shadow war between the two rivals. Reports suggest the agent died abroad during a sensitive mission, possibly linked to efforts to block Iran's weapons capabilities. As the fragile truce frays, the revelation underscores escalating covert confrontations, with both sides signaling readiness for a deeper, more dangerous phase of conflict.
(2026-04-22). Inside the lives of Palestinian laborers smuggled into Israel for work during the Iran war. mondoweiss.net 
Over 150,000 Palestinian laborers have been denied work permits in Israel for two years. They're now smuggling themselves across the Green Line amid the war on Iran, where they are banned from more than 11,000 shelters when missiles strike.
(2026-04-22). Bombs in the Name of "Liberation" : Iranian Women Lead Resistance to U.S.-Israeli War. thealtworld.com As Western leaders claim to "liberate" Iranian women, millions are taking to the streets to defend their country — directly challenging long-standing orientalist narratives that portray them as passive victims in need of saving, explains Iranian professor Dr. Setareh Sadeqi. | In the latest episode of MintCast, MintPress director and host Mnar Adley is joined by Dr. Setareh Sadeqi, assistant professor at the University of Tehran, to examine how the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is unfolding on the ground as Iranian Women lead massive rallies defying US imperialism and orientalist narratives about "oppressed" Ira…
(2026-04-22). Iran slams EU's double standards over Minab school attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — The Iranian Embassy in London has criticized European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, condemning Brussels' double standards and selling its integrity through silence in the face of recent events in Iran.
(2026-04-22). Oil falls, stocks mixed as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce. tribune.com.pk 
With the two-week truce in its final hours, the US president said he would push the deadline back indefinitely following a request from mediator Pakistan and stressing the need to give Tehran's "fractured" leadership time to form a proposal. | He had previously indicated he would not extend the truce and warned he would resume bombing the Islamic republic when it expired. | "I have… directed our Military to continue the Blockade and, in all other respects, remain ready and able, and will therefore extend the Ceasefire until such time as their (Iran's) proposal is submitted," Trump wrote on social media. | Th…
(2026-04-22). US blocked $500 mn cash shipment to Iraq over pro-Iran attacks. newarab.com 
The The Wall Street Journal reported that Washington has suspended cash shipments to Iraq and frozen funding for security programs following attacks on US interests in the country by groups showing solidarity with Iran. | Iraq has long walked a tightrope between the competing influences of its allies, neighboring Iran…
(2026-04-22). Iranian envoy to UN condemns US capture of Iran's vessel, urges accountability. tribune.com.pk 
Iran has accused the United States of carrying out an unlawful attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Sea of Oman on April 19, warning the United Nations Security Council that the incident amounts to piracy and a serious breach of international law. | In a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Security Council President Jamal Fares Alrowaiei on April 21, Saeed Iravani said US action against the vessel "Touska" requires UN action and accountability, Iranian media reported. | Iravani said US forces targeted the vessel "Toska", alleging the use of "coercion, intimidation, and the reckl…
(2026-04-22). Pakistan works to advance Iran-US talks, awaits Tehran reply. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Pakistani political and military officials have engaged in intensive efforts over the past 24 hours to prevent the collapse of negotiations between Iran and the United States, sources said Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). Trump extends U.S. ceasefire with Iran. ecns.cn US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he will extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow more time for talks as the current two-week truce is set to expire on Wednesday night.
(2026-04-22). Ceasefire violations, blockade, threats barriers to talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran says that ceasefire vIolations, naval blockade and threats by the United States are the primary obstackles to genuine talks.
(2026-04-22). Iran war: The American Empire at a dead end. unitedworldint.com Interview to Turkish TV Channel Ulusal Kanal. UWI author and political scientist Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan was guest on Türkiye's Ulusal Kanal. The TV program covered the negotiation process between the US and Iran, the trajectory of the war and its outcomes to date, the power struggle within the US and its potential consequences, as well …
(2026-04-22). UK envoy commends, supports Pakistan's role in bringing US-Iran on negotiating table. tribune.com.pk 
British High Commissioner Jane Marriott on Wednesday praised and supported "Pakistan's facilitative role in bringing the US and Iran to the negotiating table" during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. | According to a statement shared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on X, both sides discussed the evolving regional situation, while "FM Dar underscored Pakistan's ongoing efforts to facilitate engagement and emphasised the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in the peaceful resolution of disputes." | The British envoy "appreciated and supported Pakistan's facilitative…
(2026-04-22). New Flotilla Shows Palestinians in Gaza That the World Has Not Abandoned Us. truthout.org When word of an upcoming maritime flotilla coming from countries thousands of kilometers away first began circulating, Palestinians were in the heart of this war, in one of its harshest moments, with famine silently tearing through Gaza — heavier even than the shelling itself. Despite my awareness of the Israeli occupation's brutality and severity, and my knowledge that it does not really… |
(2026-04-22). Tuesday 4/21: Human Billboard for Gaza ! indybay.org Adeline-Alcatraz-MLK intersection by Milyar Cafe, Berkeley…
(2026-04-22). "The American population has a crisis of literacy" unitedworldint.com Speech by Diane Sare, Independent Candidate for President of the United States, and Founder of the Schiller Institute NYC Chorus at the online forum on March 2, 2026, titled "Epstein and the Bottomless Depravity of the Elites — Urgent Need for a Cultural Renaissance!" By Diane Sare, an Independent Candidate for President of the United …
(2026-04-22). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-04-22). It begins — Labour MP demands Starmer steps down. thecanary.co 
On 20 April, Keir Starmer did a woeful job defending himself in Parliament following the latest revelations in the Peter Mandelson scandal. To make matters worse, Labour's polling is in the toilet, and the party is facing a wipe-out in upcoming local elections. Given this, it's a question of 'when' rather than 'if' Labour will […] | By
(2026-04-22). 13 dead in firecracker-making unit blast in south India. ecns.cn NEW DELHI, April 22 ⚪ At least 13 persons died and nearly two dozen were injured when a powerful blast occurred inside a firecracker-manufacturing unit in Indias southern state of Kerala on Tuesday, confirmed a local police officer.
(2026-04-22). Pedro Sanchez: Rise of a European Restrainer. fpif.org Restrainers in the West have found themselves homeless. President Donald Trump's catastrophic decision to launch a war against Iran has displaced the
(2026-04-22). Florida launches criminal probe into OpenAI and ChatGPT over deadly shooting. tribune.com.pk 
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said on Tuesday the state was launching a criminal probe into OpenAI and its artificial intelligence app ChatGPT over a deadly shooting last year that killed two people at Florida State University. | A gunman killed two people and wounded six others at Florida State University in April last year before he was shot by officers and hospitalized. The suspect was charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder. | "The chatbot advised the shooter on what type of gun to use, on which ammo went with which gun, on whether or not a gun would be useful at short range,"
(2026-04-22). Palantir vs. Iran: The algorithmic kill chain. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Palantir's AI accelerates warfare's kill chain, compressing target decisions to seconds. But as speed trumps precision, can human judgment survive algorithmic war?
(2026-04-22). How Hong Kong can actively shape the foreign policy debate. scmp.com A year ago, after more than a decade in the United Kingdom and several years in the United States — including time working for the United Nations in New York City — I returned to Asia and arrived in Hong Kong expecting it to also be a leading hub for international relations. | Hong Kong is often described as a "superconnector" between China and the world. Yet in one crucial domain — the study and practice of international relations — the city remains a paradox: globally connected, intellectually…
(2026-04-22). Pentagon Assessment Contradicts Trump's Claims on Iran as Public Opposes War. truthout.org A Pentagon report that was recently shared with members of Congress contradicts many of President Donald Trump's public claims regarding the U.S.'s war on Iran, according to a report by NBC News on Tuesday. Trump has frequently downplayed Iran's military capabilities, and has called analysis suggesting that Iran is able to continue in the war "corrupt." At times, he's claimed that Iran's navy… |
(2026-04-22). Democrats Demand Answers From Patel Over Drinking Allegations, Security Risks. truthout.org Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee have sent a letter addressed to FBI Director Kash Patel demanding answers regarding a recent article in The Atlantic that alleges he regularly engages in excessive partying, drinking, and travel at the expense of taxpayers. "A damning and explosive report recently revealed that the men and women of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are… |
(2026-04-22). US detains and deports Chinese scientists at Seattle-Tacoma Airport. wsws.org Washington's witch-hunt of Chinese scholars, which recently claimed a brilliant researcher's life, exposes the imperialist push to monopolize advanced microelectronics for global conflict.
(2026-04-22). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-22). Hackney Greens pledge to improve the borough's environment. thecanary.co 
Hackney Greens will launch a "buddy" scheme to promote access to gardening. This is just one among dozens of environmental plans in the party's local election manifesto, titled Hope for Hackney. Hackney Greens have promised to work to match up people who have green space that they are unable to look after with a "buddy" […] | By
(2026-04-22). Despite Its Liberal Reputation, the University of California at Berkeley Has Long History of Advancing White Supremacy, Militarism and Quashing Student Protests. covertactionmagazine.com The late Mario Savio was a leading light of the Free Speech Movement (FSM) at the University of California, Berkeley. His 1964 speech is now legend: There's a time when the operation of the machine becomes so odious, makes you so sick at heart, that you can't take part! You can't even passively take part! …
(2026-04-22). PA begins work to find 11,200 missing, disappeared Palestinians. newarab.com 
(2026-04-22). US failed with war, will not succeed with bullying: Ghalibaf. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, stated in a post on the X that the US failed to achieve its objectives through military aggression and will not do so through bullying.
(2026-04-22). Sunday 5/3: Boycott Chevron Pickett. indybay.org Chevron Corporate Station | 5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | (Telegraph at 55th)…
(2026-04-22). Nuclear now climate change: New book on how great powers have plagued the Pacific. asiapacificreport.nz 
Updated research has shown up lingering headaches over the impacts of decades-long nuclear testing in the Pacific islands and interventions of outside powers, amid growing threats from climate change, writes Dr Lee Duffield for the Independent Australia. REVIEW: By Lee Duffield The journalist, professor and peace activist Dr David Robie, was one of a media…
(2026-04-22). Kerala Minister was asked about SSLC, Plus Two 2026 results date, his response. ummid.com Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE), also called as Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, is declaring Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) or Class 10, and Plus Two or Class 12th board examination 2026 results in May.
(2026-04-22). 110 protesting coal miners detained by police in Türkiye. wsws.org The 110 miners who walked 180 kilometers to Ankara to demand payment of their unpaid wages and other social benefits were taken into custody on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). Why millions of adorable bees are emerging from this cemetery. grist.org 
A miner haunts the East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York. It's not the spirit of an interred workman, but Andrena regularis, also known as the regular miner bee. It's black and tan and fuzzy, sometimes sporting patches of yellow as it collects pollen. The critter is at once peculiar to humans and highly regular in the natural world: We might expect it to form huge colonies like honey bees, but in fact it's among the 90 percent of bee species that's solitary. Instead of building bustling nests in trees, it digs tunnels into the ground, hence the moniker. | Scientists at nearby Cornell University have discovere…
(2026-04-22). Frankenstein and AI: Innovation without accountability. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-22). US imposes new sanctions against suppliers of weapons to Iran. newarab.com 
The United States imposed new sanctions on Tuesday targeting 14 people and companies that help Iran obtain weapons as Tehran works to rebuild its ballistic missile inventories after The targets, which also include aircraft, are based in Iran, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates and were cited for their involvement in procuring or transporting weapons or components on Iran's behalf, Treasury said in a statement. | The new sanctions come as Washington and Tehran are at a standoff over whether to begin a…
(2026-04-22). Resistance to Trump is Organizing in Marin San Geronimo Valley. indybay.org Indivisiblesvg.com is now holding regular protest actions…
(2026-04-22). South Korea returns remains of 12 Chinese volunteer troops killed in Korean War. tribune.com.pk 
South Korea on Wednesday repatriated the remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers soldiers killed in the 1950-53 Korean War. | The remains were handed over during a ceremony jointly hosted by South Korean Vice Defense Minister Lee Doo-hee and Chinese Vice Minister of Veterans Affairs Xu Yao at Incheon International Airport, according to Yonhap News Agency. | South Korea has so far returned 1,023 sets of remains of Chinese troops since 2014. | Read: North Korea fires two rounds of ballistic missiles: Seoul military | In 2014, the two countries signed a deal to repatriate the remains of fallen soldiers. | The S…
(2026-04-22). War has significantly altered major Trump meeting with Xi. responsiblestatecraft.org With just a few weeks left before President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing to meet with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, it seems that the U.S. war in the Middle East will, in all likelihood, remain unfinished business, if not a major obstacle to addressing longstanding issues between the two countries.There is little question that the war and its consequences for global trade will be agenda item number one for that much-anticipated summit between the world's two most powerful leaders. While the war is certain to subsume, distract from, and push other pressing matters off that very crowded agenda, it coul…
(2026-04-22). Trump's Iran nightmare hits 415 dead: Over 60 US Army veterans forcefully dragged in massive protest. hindustantimes.com Domestic pressure is mounting on Donald Trump as the Iran conflict begins to trigger visible war fatigue inside the United States. More than 60 veterans and military family members were detained during anti-war protests in Washington, with demonstrators warning that the current trajectory mirrors the early stages of prolonged conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan. The protests—led by groups such as About Face—highlight growing unease within the very community that has historically borne the cost of U.S. military interventions.
(2026-04-22). Iraqi militias linked to Iran form 'joint operations' room. newarab.com 
The recent visit by the commander of Iran's A senior member of the Iraqi parliament and a source close to an Iraqi armed group said the Iranian official held meetings with leaders of armed factions, which led to "an agree…
(2026-04-22). 93.70% Pass CBSE 10th 2026 Exam, Check Result Details Here. ummid.com CBSE 10th Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared today i.e Wednesday April 15, 2026 the result of Class Xth board exams held in February/March 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-22). Kazakhstan and Russia to Reinforce China Freight Rail Links. infobrics.org Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), Kazakhstan's national railway operator, and Russian Railways (RZD) will boost cargo transportation volumes in 2026, according to a statement released by KTZ based on the implementation of their Strategic Partnership Agreement…
(2026-04-22). The End of EPA's Endangerment Finding Is a Bigger Deal Than the Iran War. wattsupwiththat.com The fact that neither the ARC-ES nor the Endangerment Finding's reversal of fortune is anywhere in the news tells you everything you need to know about the current state of global journalism.
(2026-04-22). Could London Labour's Zionists be wiped out at the local elections? thecanary.co 
With local elections just over two weeks away, Labour fear a wipeout in the nation's capital. With the Morgan McSweeney, Matthew Doyle, and Peter Mandelson scandals swirling overhead, things cannot get much worse for Keir Starmer's ailing project. But there is always another scandal with this Labour government: the number of Zionists in its ranks. […] | By
(2026-04-22). BBC faces backlash for using Reform's branding on the news. thecanary.co 
The BBC has once again attracted criticism for its handling of Reform UK, this time for using its logo and branding in a TV news report. This is shocking t.co/p6IQickZtz — Mr Ethical üö© (@nw_nicholas) April 21, 2026 We should note that the big red arrows were added by the person drawing attention to the Reform […] | By
(2026-04-22). Labour ghoul defends cronyism and Starmer's No 10 vetting scandal. thecanary.co 
This week we learned that Keir Starmer pressured the Foreign Office to give Matthew Doyle a job, which looks very bad for Starmer because Doyle notoriously maintained a friendship with a convicted sex offender. As you'd expect, most Labour politicians had the sense to not defend the prime minister. The exception to this was Baroness […] | By
(2026-04-22). BRT contractor moves court after Sindh govt seals office post contract termination. tribune.com.pk 
The contractor of the BRT Red Line project approached the constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court on Wednesday, seeking the de-sealing of the construction site after the provincial government sealed the office following contract termination. | A day earlier, the Sindh government had announced the termination of the construction contract for the project in Karachi, citing persistent delays, unsatisfactory performance, and violations of health, safety, and environmental standards. | The contractor challenged the sealing of the project office and site, which was carried out by local authorities, including th…
(2026-04-22). Baraboo, WI, May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires! Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
Baraboo May Day 2026 Protest: Workers Over Billionaires Friday, May 1, 2026, 10 am — 12 pm Sidewalk in front of the Campbell Park Pool, 320 South Blvd, Baraboo, WI When the billionaires break every rule, we know it's going to take more than a protest to stop them. Join us on May Day to …
(2026-04-22). Australia: Industrial court orders further real wage cut for NSW nurses. wsws.org The decision marks the culmination of more than a year in which the Nurses and Midwives' Association has enforced a strike ban under the phony pretext that the Industrial Relations Commission would reverse years of real wage cuts.
(2026-04-22). Aggressive Jeep Tires That Elevate Your Stance Instantly. moguldom.com If you want to transform the look and capability of your Jeep in one upgrade, tires are the place to start. Aggressive tread patterns and larger profiles don't just improve traction. They immediately change the stance of your vehicle, giving it a more commanding and purpose-built appearance. For drivers who want their build to stand …
(2026-04-22). MPBSE 10th, 12th Results 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com MP Board 10th, 12th Results 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has declared the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026 along with the Merit List and names of toppers on its official website mpresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-22). Monday 5/18: The Oaklash Festival 2026. indybay.org
(2026-04-22). China's top legislator meets European Parliament vice president. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 21 ⚪ Zhao Leji, chairman of the Standing Committee of the National Peoples Congress, met with Vice President of the European Parliament Younous Omarjee in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). At Pakistan's request, Trump extends ceasefire until Iran submits 'unified proposal'. geo.tv 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, US President Donald Trump, and Field Marshal Asim Munir pose for a photo at the White House in Washington, on September 25, 2025. — X@GovtofPakistanUS blockade of Iran ports to continue even during ceasefire.Trump says closing strait risks Iran losing…
(2026-04-22). Saturday 5/2: In Conversation: Sister Warriors. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-22). Harvard graduate workers strike to demand living wages, protection for international students against ICE and for academic freedom. wsws.org Picket lines went up April 21 at Harvard's main campus in Cambridge and at Harvard Medical School, as graduate students indefinitely halted teaching, grading and research.
(2026-04-22). Solomon Islands opposition alleges 'millions' offered by govt lobbyists to buy back power. asiapacificreport.nz By Koroi Hawkins, RNZ Pacific editor A coalition of political parties opposing the Solomon Islands prime minister has accused government lobbyists of trying to woo its MPs with "huge money" bribes to "buy political allegiance". It comes amid an ongoing court wrangle over parliamentary moves to oust Jeremiah Manele. The opposition grouping, which claims to…
(2026-04-22). Frustrated US hijacks 2nd Iran-linked civilian ship as Trump extends truce amid Mojtaba's oil threat. hindustantimes.com In just three days, the U.S. has seized two Iran‚Äëlinked ships—one in the Gulf of Oman and now the tanker M/T Tifani in the Bay of Bengal. As Trump extends the ceasefire and weighs what to do with the captured vessels, fears grow that Iran could hit key global oil routes.
(2026-04-22). Tehran book fair to be held online this year. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — The 37th Tehran International Book Fair will be held online due to the specific conditions this year as a result of the war conditions.
(2026-04-22). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-22). China's Foreign Ministry reaffirms support for Cuba in the face of threats. radiohc.cu The Chinese Foreign Ministry has reiterated its support for Cuba in the face of foreign interference and again urged the United States to heed the voice of justice. | "Recently, countries and individuals from various sectors in the U.S. expressed their opposition to the U.S. blockade against Cuba. The U.S. government must listen to the voice of justice and immediately end its blockade, sanctions, and all forms of coercion and pressure against Cuba," said spokesperson Guo Jiakun. | The spokesperson reiterated Beijing's willingness to work with all parties to support the island in safeguarding its sovereignty and n…
(2026-04-22). Gold, silver prices decline in local market as global rates fall. tribune.com.pk 
Gold and silver prices extended their decline on Wednesday in the local market after the price of gold per ounce fell by $12 to $4,766 in the international market. | According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in local markets, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs1,200 to Rs498,962, while the price for 10 grams of gold dropped by Rs1,029 to Rs427,779. | Silver prices also declined. The price of silver per tola fell by Rs34 to Rs8,324, while the rate for 10 grams decreased by Rs29 to Rs7,136. | Meanwhile, spot silver rose 1.9% to $78.15 per ounce, platinum gained 2.2% to…
(2026-04-22). Why government policy keeps failing — and it's not the policy. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-22). Labour expected to suffer losses in London's local elections. newarab.com 
A poll, published on Wednesday, 22 April, estimated that the governing Labour Party in Britain will suffer defeat in the London local elections, in a setback that would be unprecedented in five decades. | The poll, conducted by YouGov for Sky News and Politico, predicted significant gains for the Green Party and the Reform Party in the British capital. | Local elections in Britain are scheduled for 7 May next month, amid expectations that Labour losses will widen to include other local councils outside London. | According to the poll results, which covered a sample of voters across 32 London boroughs, the party w…
(2026-04-22). ICSE, ISC 2026 Results: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is declaring the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class XII (Class 12th) and Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X (Class 10th) 2026 reults on its official website results.cisce.org and cisce.org.
(2026-04-22). 1622, when Iran expelled a European Empire from Hormuz. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Decades ago, I wrote an article about Shi'a Islam in the Persian Gulf in the early modern period. Some of what I said then has some resonances with today's events. | The Portuguese took Goa on the western coast of India in 1510. Their empire in the Indian Ocean focused on naval dominance and small forts — it was not settler colonialism. They rather high-handedly declared that they owned the ocean, and that all ships plying it required a Portuguese permit or cartaz. The ships had to pay fees at the ports controlled by Portugal. They were forbidden from carrying spices or c…
(2026-04-22). Oakland, California schools axe 421 jobs following sellout contract. wsws.org The brutal cuts to an already impoverished school district are the direct product of a statewide pattern of betrayal orchestrated by the California Teachers Association (CTA).
(2026-04-22). From the Landing at Leidesdorff to Leidesdorff Plaza our Golden Jubilee comes to life. indybay.org Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. lived an amazing adventurous life serving as rhe "African Founding Father of California" May 1966, the Negro Museum and Library Association dedicated Leidesdorff Plaza. Together, we will celebrate a Diamond Jubilee and preserve authentic California History.
(2026-04-22). Indigenous Activists Decry "Data Colonialism" of AI Boom in Their Communities. truthout.org The artificial intelligence industry's data center boom is the latest chapter in a long history of environmental racism and resource exploitation in vulnerable Native communities, says Oglala Lakota and Northern Cheyenne activist Krystal Two Bulls, the executive director of Honor the Earth, an Indigenous-led environmental justice organization that is tracking over 100 proposed data center projects… |
(2026-04-22). Israel: The most dangerous nation on Earth. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-22). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on the official website 'jeemain.nta.nic.in' the result, along with the list of toppers and All India Rank (AIR) list of successful candidates, who appeared in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 conducted in the month of April 2026.
(2026-04-22). New Zealand high court strikes blow against investments in Israeli occupation. electronicintifada.net Sovereign wealth fund must formulate clear human rights standards, high court rules.
(2026-04-22). Ethiopia: Persecution of Tigrayans Unrelenting. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Internally displaced people carry food parcels during a distribution at Seba Care displaced persons camp in Mekelle, Tigray region, Ethiopia, July 19, 2024. | © 2024 MICHELE SPATARI/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-04-22). US court allows Texas public schools to display Ten Commandments. scmp.com A US appeals court ruled on Tuesday that Texas can require the Bible's Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools, a win for Christian conservatives who want their faith in classrooms. | The 120-page decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals came in response to the legal battle that sprang up after a Texas law, Senate Bill 10 (SB10), required the scripture be posted in every classroom — which met legal challenges from families of diverse faiths with children in public schools.
(2026-04-22). Angus Taylor's 'Australian values' immigration policy is a racist dog whistle. socialist-alliance.org 
Jacob Andrewartha argues that Angus Taylor's "values-based" migration scheme is the latest example of the ruling class' bid to ramp up racism and distract people from government failures in a worsening cost-of-living crisis.
(2026-04-22). Pakistan visit turns into scandal storm: Vance meets Dubai fraud Lord Zahoor, Imran Khan's nemesis. hindustantimes.com Umar Farooq Zahoor is a Dubai-based businessman of Pakistani origin whose appearance during JD Vance's April 11 arrival in Pakistan drew attention because he has long been linked to major fraud allegations in Norway and Switzerland, while also being politically prominent in Pakistan for his role in the Toshakhana case. Reports say he was briefly seen at the airport as U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff introduced people in the receiving line.
(2026-04-22). Reform UK Candidate Runs Firm Hired by Sanctioned Pro-Putin Bosnian Serb Leadership. bylinetimes.com 
A Reform UK candidate directs a public affairs consultancy hired to handle UK media and communications for the leadership of Republika Srpska — the pro-Putin Bosnian Serb entity whose president, Milorad Dodik, has been sanctioned by Britain for seeking to undermine the state of Bosnia and Herzegovina — Byline Times can reveal. | Kenneth Oliver Morris, 31, who is standing for the party in Erdington, Birmingham,also serves as the English co-ordinator for the
(2026-04-22). America First Fed? Trump nominee Kevin Warsh signals 'monetary sovereignty' push: analysts. scmp.com US Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh's policy vision — outlined during his Senate confirmation hearing — signals an extension of "America First" into monetary policy, Chinese analysts said. | "Warsh's policy proposals … mark a shift from acting as a 'global central bank' supplying unlimited liquidity worldwide to a new approach focused on tightly controlling the overall monetary spigot, prioritising domestic productivity and emphasising monetary sovereignty," analysts at China…
(2026-04-22). Hungary: Top EU Court Rules Anti-LGBT Law Unlawful. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Hungarians march in downtown Budapest to protest against a new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events and the populist government's restriction on assembly rights, May 1, 2025. | © 2025 Denes Erdos/AP Photo…
(2026-04-22). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary Celebration April 25, 2026 in Madison — Keynote Speaker Melinda Butterfield, Drag Performers and More! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-22). Zionists complain about an accurate London tube ad. thecanary.co 
This week the Combat Antisemitism Movement posted about a dark Hangman poster inside tube carriages on the London underground. We agree that it's "twisted", but it's twisted because it's true. üá¨üáß London Underground, April 18, 2026: "Hangman" advertisements in paid public space on a London Underground train use twisted accusations against Israel. pic.twitter.com/4Ua7ZSejQ8 — Combat […] | By
(2026-04-22). "Colossus Failure" : Elon Musk's Data Centers Face Lawsuit for Polluting Black Neighborhoods in Memphis. democracynow.org 
As tech companies scramble to build massive new data centers to power artificial intelligence, marginalized communities are bearing the brunt of the environmental harms. In Memphis, Tennessee, Elon Musk's xAI operates over two dozen methane gas-burning turbines without legal permits to power its data centers, Colossus 1 and Colossus 2, polluting the nation's largest majority-Black city with toxic emissions. The NAACP is suing xAI for violating the Clean Air Act. "We are, unfortunately, a cautionary tale about what will and possibly can happen if you don't have the right rules and guardrail…
(2026-04-22). 'Pigs as Pets': New Tool to Intimidate Indian Muslims. ummid.com In Delhi's Tri Nagar, some Hindu families appear to have embraced a new form of devotion and a way to deter Muslim neighbours — pigs.
(2026-04-22). Chinese premier meets Mozambican president. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 21 ⚪ China will help Mozambique extend its industrial chains, increase added value and better turn its resource advantages into development momentum, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). Abdullatif Alfozan, Prof Mohamed win King Faisal Award 2026 for Service to Islam. ummid.com Sheikh Abdullatif Ahmed Alfozan and Professor Mohamed Mohamed Aboumousa have jointly won the 2026 King Faisal Award for Service to Islam announced at a ceremony held in the Saudi Capital Riyadh Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). Brazil: First International Anti-Fascist Conference organises against the far right. links.org.au 
Jonathan Strauss & Clive Tillman — The first International Anti-Fascist Conference for the Sovereignty of Peoples, held in Porto Alegre, was an important step forward in organising the struggle against the far right across the Americas and internationally.
(2026-04-22). Iran, Afghanistan FMs discuss ties and regional developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Afghanistan's Amir Khan Muttaqi held a phone call Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and the latest regional situation.
(2026-04-22). UK named worst violator of anti-nuclear weapons treaty. thecanary.co 
The UK has been named as the worst violator of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) in the Nuclear Weapons Ban Monitor 2026, a report by Norwegian People's Aid (NPA). Its ranking as the worst state in terms of "non-compatibility" with the treaty is, in part, due to the UK having its […] | By
(2026-04-22). A Warminster food bank is turning spoiled produce into farm-fresh eggs. Here's how. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? This year's frigid winter blanketed the grounds at In search of produce to supplement the standard chicken feed, Eric Kretschman, owner of Hidden Valley Farm, found a solution at
(2026-04-22). FIFA unlocks more World Cup tickets and adds new, more expensive categories. aljazeera.com Football's governing body puts more tickets on sale but has introduced new premium-priced tiers that angered some fans.
(2026-04-22). Argentina's Milei sings and lights torch for Israeli national day. aljazeera.com Argentine President Javier Milei sang and lit a ceremonial torch at Israel's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
(2026-04-22). Iran, Sri Lanka FMs hold phone conversation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Abbas Araghchi, Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a telephone conversation with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath on Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). Australian social media ban marred by weak platform checks, tech providers say. tribune.com.pk 
Problems enforcing Australia's teen social media ban reflect social media platforms' weak deployment of tools available to run age checks rather than the limits of the technology, an industry body representing the tech suppliers said. | The comments come as regulators step up enforcement warnings against some of the world's largest technology companies regarding Australia's social media ban of users younger than 16, since December, the world's first such measure. | "The issue is not capability, it is application," Iain Corby, executive director of the Age Verific…
(2026-04-22). Xi meets special envoy of Lao leader Thongloun. ecns.cn Laos firmly supports the major global initiatives proposed by General Secretary Xi Jinping and is willing to deepen comprehensive and practical cooperation with China to continuously achieve new results in building a Laos-China community with a shared future.
(2026-04-22). Britain's Solar Revolution Is Here and We Should Be Shouting It From the Rooftops. bylinetimes.com Ed Miliband is having a bit of a moment. On Tuesday, the Energy Secretary gave a speech with one overriding message: "Every solar panel we put up, every wind turbine we build, every heat pump we install, every EV on the road makes our country more secure." | For all the drama of the Mandelson saga and every other scandal that has rocked Labour since entering power, the long-promised Whenever I share anything about solar power, I am met with a volley of screenshots: people sharing pictures of th…
(2026-04-22). The story of the vine in Wines of Lebanon: The Journey Continues. newarab.com 
(2026-04-22). Cuba reaffirms urgency of the right to development at the United Nations. radiohc.cu In the general debate of the 13th Session of the Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development, Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations, denounced that the current international economic order continues to be a structural barrier that hinders the development of nations in the Global South and obstructs the achievement of the 2030 Agenda Goals.
(2026-04-22). One year on, India failed to present evidence on Pahalgam attack: Tarar. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday marked one year since what he described as the "Pahalgam false flag operation," stating that India had failed to present evidence for its allegations against Pakistan over the Pahalgam attack. | Speaking in a special address, Tarar said the Pahalgam incident "reflects hollow thinking, illogical reasoning, false ego, arrogance and greed," adding that India has not provided satisfactory answers to questions raised about the attack. | He said India "has continued to portray its internal matters as external issues and external matters as internal ones," asserting t…
(2026-04-22). CovertAction Bulletin Age Verification: Backdoor to Surveillance Censorship. covertactionmagazine.com Imagine being forced to prove how old you are—and having it verified by a third party—before unlocking your phone or signing up for a social media site. That's the goal of legislation introduced or passed in some U.S. states, the UK and Australia…
(2026-04-22). At least 34 Iran-linked tankers bypassed US blockade: report. tribune.com.pk 
At least 34 tankers with links to Iran have bypassed the US blockade since it began, including several carrying Iranian oil, Financial Times reported on Wednesday. | Washington began enforcing the blockade on April 13, targeting all ships entering or leaving Iran's coastal waters. By April 16, the restrictions had widened to include any Iranian vessels on the open seas, as well as ships transporting goods that could support Iran's war efforts. | So far, American forces have seized one container ship in the Gulf of Oman and boarded a sanctioned tanker in the Indo-Pacific. | On Tuesday, the US Central Command (C…
(2026-04-22). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-22). Meet John Ternus: The Engineer who replaces Tim Cook as Apple Head. ummid.com Tech giant Apple Monday (April 20, 2026) announced that Tim Cook is stepping down as the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
(2026-04-22). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Results Out: Check Full Toppers' List. ummid.com As many as 26 students from all across India have scored a perfect 100 percentile to top JEE Main 2026 Session 2 the result of which was announced by the NTA today i.e. Monday April 20, 2026.
(2026-04-22). How QuitGPT is challenging AI use in modern warfare. newarab.com 
AI is being used in warfare, and people are not happy about it, at least four million people to be exact. The A QuitGPT spokesperson told The New Arab: "In five weeks, we got over 200 million views on our social media posts that we released earlier this year." With over four million signing the petition to QuitGPT, the movement estimates it has decreased parent company OpenAI's market capitalisation by…
(2026-04-22). Ronaldo's 969th career goal sets course for Al-Nassr's win over Al-Wasl. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's 969th career goal set the course for Al-Nassr's victory over Al-Wasl in AFC Champions League Two (ACL Two) Quarter-Final Sunday April 19, 2026.
(2026-04-22). Head Start Is a Stunning Success. Don't Cut It. otherwords.org The federal But I worry that could all change if the Trump administration gets its way. | The…
(2026-04-22). Atlanta's 'Cop City' Makes a Black Neighborhood a Testing Lab for AI Policing. capitalbnews.org 
This story was published in partnership with Counterstream Media for The AI issue of Peace & Riot. ATLANTA — When he drives through his neighborhood now, Brian Page passes rows of police cars and AI‚Äëpowered cameras that track nearly every movement. For most of his life, Page, who goes by "Scapegoat Jones," felt safest in …
(2026-04-22). Philadelphia primary race becomes the latest Democratic Party battle between the pro-Palestine left and Israel lobby. mondoweiss.net 
Chris Rabb's surprising surge in Philadelphia's crowded PA-3 House primary has made the race the latest Democratic Party battle between the insurgent pro-Palestine left and the Israel lobby.
(2026-04-22). Sable in Noncompliance With Preliminary Injunction Blocking Santa Barbara Oil Pipeline Restart. indybay.org SANTA BARBARA, Calif., April 17, 2026 — A Santa Barbara Superior Court judge today rejected Sable Offshore Corp.'s request to rescind a preliminary injunction prohibiting the restart of an oil pipeline system on the California coast until and unless specific conditions were met. The company restarted the pipeline in March, despite the injunction.
(2026-04-22). Ahmed Shihab-Eldin held 51 days in Kuwait as lawyers raise alarm. newarab.com 
The international legal team representing detained US-Kuwaiti journalist In a statement released on Wednesday, lawyers acting for Shihab-Eldin said the award-winning journalist had not posted online or been seen…
(2026-04-22). IAEA chief says peace without nuclear oversight is an 'Illusion'- Al Jazeera. ecns.cn IAEA chief says peace without nuclear oversight is an'Illusion'-Al Jazeera.
(2026-04-22). Animal rights activists storm Dane County dog breeding facility. indybay.org Hundreds of animal rights activists raided a controversial Wisconsin dog breeding and testing facility in Dane county Saturday morning, one day ahead of the expected protest.
(2026-04-22). Earth Day: How climate change is threatening vulnerable species in Pennsylvania. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Earth Day was first celebrated 56 years ago with about 12,000 events nationwide, including one in
(2026-04-22). Chinese engineers plan to study building greenhouse on lunar surface. ecns.cn A Chinese lunar exploration team plans to conduct research on a lunar surface greenhouse, according to Wang Qiong, a senior space engineer with the China National Space Administration, during a press conference in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). US Bombs Somalia for 57th Time This Year. news.antiwar.com US Africa Command said in a press release on Tuesday that its forces launched an airstrike in Somalia on April 20, as the Trump administration continues a record-shattering bombing campaign in the country with virtually no US media coverage. AFRICOM said the strike targeted the ISIS affiliate in Somalia's northeastern Puntland region and that it …
(2026-04-22). Top UK universities paid firm to 'spy' on pro-Palestine students. newarab.com 
(2026-04-22). No peace in sight: When will Sudan's war end. newarab.com 
When Sudan's war broke out on 15 April 2023, few imagined it would still be burning Fewer still imagined the scale of what it would become: one of the Yet as the war enters its…
(2026-04-22). Two Palestinians, including 14-year-old boy, shot and killed by Israeli settlers in West Bank; second child killed within hours. mronline.org 
Two Palestinians, including a 14-year-old boy, were shot and killed by Israeli settlers on Tuesday in the village of Al-Mughayyir in the occupied West Bank. A total of three Palestinians have been killed so far today by Israeli settlers across the occupied territories, including two children, amid a spike in settler violence against Palestinians.
(2026-04-22). Monday 5/11: Community Dinner for East Bay Activists + Radical US History Quiz Contest. indybay.org 1924 Cedar Street in Berkeley…
(2026-04-22). Eco-Luxury: The New Normal in Premium Housing. ummid.com Luxury townships following the eco-luxury blueprint generally do not advertise the details mentioned here, as they are expected to have them as a matter of course.
(2026-04-22). To reverse UK decline, double down on multiculturalism. newarab.com 
Farage's project, far more than any other political force in Britain, is proving itself the beneficiary of the country's mounting array of crises. It is rearticulating conditions of organised abandonment into a story of national decline. But if we want to defeat the far right, as Jonas Patrick Marvin explains, we must reject this legacy and fight for leisure, collective care, and genuine interdependency. If you live here, you're from here, and you're one of ours. Nigel Farage, Keir Starmer, Rupert Lowe and Tommy Robinson are the real strangers.
(2026-04-22). Artisans in Britain, Germany and France craft the Royal Opera House's new curtains. tribune.com.pk 
In a studio inside London's Hampton Court Palace, hand embroiderer Marg Dier carefully stitches fabric foliage around King Charles III's cypher. The shiny gold insignia will adorn a new pair of stage curtains that will open and close performances at London's Royal Opera House. Her stitches are small and must be very secure. | Studio manager Gemma Murray arranges embroidery pieces | "It's going to be going up and down at the Opera House," said Dier, a senior studio embroiderer at the Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Studio, whose clients include royalty and fashion houses. | The Royal Ballet and Opera comm…
(2026-04-22). Taiwan tourists visit Shenzhou Peony Garden in C China. ecns.cn Taiwan tourists are participating in the 2026 "Tracing the Origins of Chinese Culture in the Central Plains" program, which will run from April to November. The program is jointly organized by the Taiwan Affairs Office of the People's Government of Henan Province and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Henan Province.
(2026-04-22). UN chief welcomes US ceasefire extension with Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has welcomed an announcement by the US to extend the ceasefire with Iran, his spokesman said Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). Trump Admin Sued for Approving First BP Project in Gulf Since 2010 Disaster. truthout.org Environmental groups are suing the Trump administration over its approval of the first British Petroleum drilling project in the Gulf of Mexico since the Deepwater Horizon disaster, which occurred 16 years ago this week. The Habitat Recovery Project, Healthy Gulf, Turtle Island Restoration Network, Sierra Club and Center for Biological Diversity are plaintiffs in the case against the U.S. |
(2026-04-22). Indigenous health can't be separated from environmental health, leaders tell UN. grist.org 
On the second day of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, or UNPFII, experts called attention to the ways Indigenous health is deeply tied to nature and highlighted how health inequalities are compounded by environmental degradation, extractive activities and climate change. | The forum's focus on Indigenous health comes as a new
(2026-04-22). "Data Colonialism" : Native Communities Fight AI Data Centers on Indigenous Land. democracynow.org 
The artificial intelligence industry's data center boom is the latest chapter in a long history of environmental racism and resource exploitation in vulnerable Native communities, says Oglala Lakota and Northern Cheyenne activist Krystal Two Bulls, the executive director of Honor the Earth, an Indigenous-led environmental justice organization that is tracking over 100 proposed data center projects on tribal and rural lands. We speak to Two Bulls about the myriad impacts of what she calls a "modern-day iteration" of "settler colonialism," including noise pollution, cancers and respira…
(2026-04-22). Sauk City, WI May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires! Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
Sauk Prairie May Day 2026 Protest: Workers Over Billionaires | Friday, May 1, 2026, 4 pm — 6 pm | Highway 12 Bridge, Across from Kwik Trip, 110 Phillips Blvd, Sauk City, WI | Register at April 7, 2026 in Madison. / Photo:
(2026-04-22). China, S. Korea hold handover ceremony for remains of Chinese martyrs in Korean War. ecns.cn China and South Korea on Wednesday held a handover ceremony at Incheon International Airport, west of Seoul, for the remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs and 146 personal effects.
(2026-04-22). Hungary's election winner Peter Magyar announces government of "experts" wsws.org Instead of the promised "democracy," Hungary will get a government consisting of representatives of the banks and the European Union, which will continue the right-wing and undemocratic policies of the ousted Orbán government.
(2026-04-22). US missile stockpiles sharply depleted during Iran war: report. geo.tv 
(2026-04-22). Russia, India Explore Visa-free Travel for Tourist Groups. infobrics.org Russian and Indian authorities are in discussions to introduce a visa-free regime for tourist groups traveling between the two countries…
(2026-04-22). "Action is the Antidote to Despair" Baraboo, WI Community Meeting April 29, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
"Action is the Antidote to Despair" Community Meeting Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 6 pm to 7: 30 pm Auditorium, Carnegie-Schadde Memorial Public Library, 230 4th Avenue Between and beyond the protests, we are building community to take back our democracy and help our neighbors. Discover proposed or ongoing projects and see where you can help! Bring …
(2026-04-22). Fábrica de Cemento Siguaney en el camino de Fidel. radiohc.cu 
17 de septiembre de 1971, en la llanura, las torres que buscan el cielo anuncian que la Fábrica de Cemento Siguaney goza de salud productiva. Este pudo ser un día cualquiera; sin embargo, su rutina se trastocó con la visita del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro a la industria taguasquense. | Era esta la entidad erigida gracias a un convenio suscrito en 1962 por el entonces ministro de Industrias, Comandante Ernesto Guevara, con una representación de la desaparecida República Socialista de Checoslovaquia. | Hasta hoy llegan las remembranzas del espirituano Humberto Delgado Boltisolo, hombre de…
(2026-04-22). Milagro en el fuego (+ Video y Audio). cubadebate.cu Por primera vez en la historia de la Medicina espirituana, un paciente con el 95 por ciento del cuerpo quemado logra sobrevivir. Abel Hondal Toledo, de 27 años, vecino de Guayos, fue atendido en estado crítico extremo tras una explosión por pirotecnia ocurrida el 1 de febrero.
(2026-04-22). øEn qué condiciones está el Sistema Eléctrico Nacional?, esto dijo el ministro en la Mesa Redonda. cubadebate.cu La situación actual del SEN, la refinación y distribución del combustible ruso y la estrategia de transición energética del país estuvieron entre los temas que abordó la Mesa Redonda de este miércoles con el ministro de Energía y Minas, Vicente de la O Levy. Conozca todos los detalles en Cubadebate.
(2026-04-22). Los mercados energéticos globales están al borde de un desastre. cubadebate.cu A cincuenta días de iniciada la guerra contra Irán, el mundo ha perdido 550 millones de barriles de crudo del Golfo, casi el 2% de la producción mundial de 2025. Cada mes que Ormuz está cerrado, el mundo pierde siete millones de toneladas de GNL, un 2% de su suministro anual. Sin embargo, en los países occidentales, que albergan los mayores mercados de futuros, el dolor sigue siendo limitado.
(2026-04-22). "Lenin en la época más feroz del imperialismo" , por Néstor Kohan. cubadebate.cu A propósito de cumplirse hoy el aniversario 156 del natalicio de Lenin y, sobre todo, por la trascendencia de su legado, Cubadebate publica en forma de diálogo las ideas del intelectual argentino Néstor Kohan sobre el líder bolchevique que fundó el primer Estado del proletariado en el mundo.
(2026-04-22). María Zajárova sobre el Coloquio "Patria" : Este foro se ha erigido como baluarte del sentido común. cubadebate.cu El Coloquio "Patria" es la plataforma a través de la cual periodistas, blogueros, académicos, diplomáticos, funcionarios y figuras públicas luchan por la verdad, por la libertad de pensamiento y por el derecho de cada pueblo a llamar "Patria" a su tierra natal, sin obedecer las normas ajenas impuestas por otros. Este foro se ha erigido como baluarte del sentido común.
(2026-04-22). Irán advierte que está listo para defender su seguridad nacional e intereses ante cualquier agresión. cubadebate.cu La Cancillería declaró que Irán sigue de cerca la evolución de la situación tanto en el plano militar como político y "adoptará las medidas necesarias y oportunas para proteger sus intereses y su seguridad nacionalesÀÆ, mientras que el Ejército aseguró que se mantiene "en estado de alerta y listo para responder de forma decisiva e integral ante cualquier amenaza u hostilidadÀÆ.
(2026-04-22). Public Sector Workers of Argentina Launch Strike Against Milei's Austerity Policies. orinocotribune.com The State Workers Association (ATE) of Argentina began a nationwide strike across the country in protest against far-right President Javier Milei's austerity policies. | On Tuesday, April 21, the workers blocked the airports of Bariloche and El Calafate, and held a demonstration outside Jorge Newbery Aeropark in Buenos Aires. | Workers are demanding the immediate launch of wage negotiations following a loss of more than 44% of purchasing power during the Milei administration, ATE General Secretary Rodolfo Aguiar said. | The union said that imposed wage agreements fall below inflation, deepening the economic crisi…