(2026-04-03). Iran has strong bargaining chips, but nobody to play against. haaretz.com It's not clear what else the United States and Iran have to negotiate over, given Trump's declaration that that most of the war's goals have been achieved – and given Europe does not have the tools to give Tehran what it wants in exchange for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz…
(2026-04-03). Prominent New York synagogue hosts presentation on why U.S. Jews should support the ethnic cleansing of Gaza. mronline.org 
Benjamin Anthony's racist speech at New York's influential Park Avenue Synagogue, where he argued that U.S. Jews need to support ethnic cleansing in Gaza, illustrates how the American Jewish community has embraced Israeli racism and brutality.
(2026-04-03). Incubator babies saved from Gaza genocide reunited with their moms. electronicintifada.net Israeli forces shoot and kill 15-year-old child in Dheisheh refugee camp, occupied West Bank.
(2026-04-03). Pro-Palestinian flotilla's new Gaza mission to start on April 12. newarab.com 
A flotilla of pro-Palestinian activists who attempted to reach Gaza last year said on Thursday they would launch a new mission to the devastated territory from Barcelona on April 12. | The Global Sumud Flotilla's first weeks-long Israel's interception of their boats and arrests of the activists as they approached Gaza, which suffered severe shortages of food, water, medicine and fuel,
(2026-04-03). Trump fires Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general. albawaba.com ALBAWABA-U.S. President Donald Trump on April 2, 2026, removed Pam Bondi as attorney general, ending a contentious 14-month tenure marked by internal turmoil at the Department of Justice. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche has been appointed interim attorney general as the administration considers a permanent replacement.Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and longtime Trump ally, was confirmed in February 2025 after Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination. Her dismissal follows months of presidential frustration over the Justice Department's handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related files and what Trump viewed as in…
(2026-04-03). When White House was renamed as 'Epstein Island'. ummid.com In a major embarrassment for Donald Trump, the White House was recently renamed as 'Epstein Island' for some Google Pixel phone users in the United States.
(2026-04-03). UN set to vote on a watered-down proposal to open Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote Friday on a proposal to secure the The final draft of Bahrain's resolution, obtained Thursday by The Associated Press, authorises the use of defensive — but not offensive — action to ensure vessels c…
(2026-04-03). Iran assures safe passage for Philippine ships through Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn Iran has assured the Philippines that Philippine-flagged vessels and Filipino seafarers will be allowed safe and unimpeded passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Thursday.
(2026-04-03). Bab el-Mandeb may prove to be The Gate of Tears. ummid.com The more critical issue regarding their involvement is whether Houthi rebels will attempt to disrupt shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, effectively undermining Saudi Arabia's efforts to bypass the Strait of Hormuz via its East-West oil pipeline.
(2026-04-03). Wang Yi: Ceasefire a fundamental solution to secure navigation in Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn A ceasefire and an end to hostilities in the Middle East represent the strong appeal of the international community and constitute the fundamental solution to ensuring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-04-03). Iran threatens to gradually intensify missile strikes on U.S., Israel | IRGC. hindustantimes.com Iran has warned it will "gradually increase" missile strikes on U.S. and Israeli targets, signaling a phased escalation in its retaliatory campaign. Officials linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps say operations by the "Axis of Resistance" could expand across multiple fronts, targeting key radar and air defence systems. Spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari claimed Iran's most advanced missile capabilities remain unused, cautioning that future attacks may bring unexpected battlefield surprises. The warning follows sharp rhetoric from Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth, raising concerns that intensifying strikes an…
(2026-04-03). Caitlin Johnstone: The More Murderous Israel Gets, the More We Hear About 'Anti-Semitism'. scheerpost.com In real life, people are being mercilessly butchered in Iran, Lebanon and Palestine by Israel and its allies. The uglier this gets, the more aggressive the trolling about "anti-semitism" becomes. Caitlin Johnstone Caitlin's Newsletter Whenever Israel is killing tons of civilians the Western media always start churning out articles about "anti-semitism" and Jewish feelings. "Jews …
(2026-04-03). US-Israeli War on Iran: A religious project with three political goals. ummid.com As the current geopolitical events mirrored by biblical stories show, the US-Israel side is moved by a religious vision with three goals.
(2026-04-03). Economy or victory: No matter which path he chooses, Trump will pay a heavy price for the Iran war. haaretz.com Caving in to Tehran will lower oil prices and provide a tailwind for the ayatollah regime, but continuing the war could make the U.S. President's position even worse ‚ñ While one can find some encouragement in the IDF's achievements regarding Iran, the same cannot be said for Lebanon ‚ñ As for the Air Force, this campaign is providing many successes…
(2026-04-03). UN chief renews call for US, Israel to stop war against Iran. ecns.cn United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday reiterated his call for the United States and Israel to stop the war against Iran, and for Iran to stop attacking its neighbors.
(2026-04-03). 8 killed, 95 wounded in U.S.-Israeli attacks on bridge in N. Iran. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 2 ⚪ At least eight civilians were killed and 95 others wounded in U.S.and Israeli attacks on a bridge in Irans northern Alborz province on Thursday, the official news agency IRNA reported.
(2026-04-03). Iran claims strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa in Wave 91 Op True promise-4 | IRGC. hindustantimes.com Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps said Wave 91 of Operation True Promise-4 struck Tel Aviv and Haifa, claiming hits on key Israeli sites, including military gathering points and airports. The IRGC also said the Houthis joined the attack, while Iranian claims extended to U.S. bases and fighter jets in the region. Israeli broadcaster Kan reported damage from an Iranian ballistic missile, and another strike reportedly left a crater in Petah Tikva. Watch for more…
(2026-04-03). IB exams 2026 in UAE cancelled due to US-Israeli war on Iran. ummid.com The International Baccalaureate Organisation has cancelled the IB Exams of the year 2026 across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
(2026-04-03). Why Israelis are losing faith in the Iran war. haaretz.com It didn't take long for the support of the Israeli public in the Iran war to begin fading. And although Israelis refuse to award Netanyahu a wartime boost in the polls, the Iran war could still dramatically sway the next elections…
(2026-04-03). UN chief urges end to Iran conflict, warns world on edge of wider war. ecns.cn The UN secretary-general on Thursday called on the US and Israel to stop attacking Iran and for Iran to stop attacking its neighbors.
(2026-04-03). Iran vows 'crushing' attacks as strikes hit regional infrastructure. newarab.com 
Iran and its allies traded fire with Israel and the United States, as Washington-linked assets across the Middle East were targeted alongside energy and civilian infrastructure – with Strikes have increasingly targeted economic and industrial sites, raising fears of wider disruption to global energy supplies and deepening the conflict's impact beyond the battlefield. | Iran fired missiles at Tel Aviv overnight, triggering Israeli air defences and leaving four people lightly wounded, while…
(2026-04-03). CNN: Iran retains half of missile launchers and massive drone fleet, despite weeks of strikes. haaretz.com
(2026-04-03). Escalating To Catastrophe. scheerpost.com Nate Bear Don Not Panic In his televised address last night Trump said the US was going to continuing attacking Iran for another two or three weeks and would bomb the country "back to the Stone Ages, where they belong." More on that phrase later. But first a bit on the economics. Promising to keep …
(2026-04-03). Trump hails destruction of Iran's tallest bridge, warns of 'much more to follow'. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the tallest bridge in Iran had been destroyed, hours after threatening to bomb the country "back to the Stone Ages". | Ghodratollah Seif, the deputy governor of Alborz province, where the B1 bridge is located, said the strike had killed eight people and wounded 95 others, according to state TV and Fars news agency.
(2026-04-03). US bombing targets bridges and Pasteur Institute 'symbols of Iran's scientific strength', says spokeswoman. asiapacificreport.nz 
Al Mayadeen English An Iranian government spokesperson, Fatemeh Mohajerani, has declared that the attacked "bridges and the Pasteur Institute are symbols of Iran's scientific strength" in response to the latest US onslaught. She added that they were "the product of a civilisation that spans thousands of years" and that "its depth is hard to grasp…
(2026-04-03). The war against Iran and the normalisation of war crimes. wsws.org US President Donald Trump's threat to bomb Iran back to the Stone Age has met with no reaction in the European media, or at best a shrug of the shoulders.
(2026-04-03). Iran warns 7 million may fight if U.S. conflict escalates to ground invasion. hindustantimes.com Iran has issued a powerful warning as tensions with the United States intensify, claiming that nearly 7 million citizens are ready to take up arms if war escalates. The statement, made by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, comes amid rising fears of a potential U.S. ground operation. Tehran says any invasion will face resistance from an entire nation, signaling a shift toward mass mobilisation. At the same time, Iranian officials dismissed Trump's claims of progress as "nonsense," insisting the country's military strength remains intact and escalation will continue if attacks persist.
(2026-04-03). China urges ceasing military operations following U.S. threat to hit Iran 'extremely hard'. ecns.cn China urges ceasing military operations following U.S.threat to hit Iran"extremely hard".And attacks on schools constitute an even more serious violation of international humanitarian law, urging an end to military actions to avert worse humanitarian catastrophes.
(2026-04-03). Chinese regulator urges TV industry to curb 'appearance obsession' after drama backlash. ecns.cn China's television regulator has urged the industry to curb "appearance obsession" and refocus on acting and storytelling, following criticism of a popular drama over excessive makeup, according to media reports.
(2026-04-03). Myanmar's coup leader elected president by pro-military parliament. aljazeera.com Min Aung Hlaing wins 429 out of the 584 votes cast by MPs to become the ‚Å country's president.
(2026-04-03). Announcing Global Voices Spotlight! globalvoices.org Each month we will be choosing an urgent theme to explore in depth across all our regionsGlobal VoicesImage courtesy of Gabriela Mesones Rojo. | As the need for responsible, multi-perspective news coverage grows increasingly urgent, and the situation for media organizations and news providers is made increasingly difficult, Global Voices is responding by leaning into our strengths: our twenty years of building a worldwide community and centering the stories our contributors, translators, researchers, and fellows feel are important. Stellar examples of this include the (2026-04-03). Australian wildlife cruelty is out of control. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-03). East Jerusalem Palestinian families eviction orders. thecanary.co 
In the early hours of 25 March 2026, Israeli occupation forces (IOF) and police entered homes in Silwan, in occupied East Jerusalem, escorting settlers as Palestinian families were forced out of their properties in the Batn al-Hawa neighbourhood. East Jerusalem — evicted after 10 year legal battles with settler organisation 16 Palestinian families, approximately 100 people, who […] | By
(2026-04-03). Trump imposes 100 pct tariff on certain pharmaceuticals imports. ecns.cn Generic pharmaceutical products, biosimilars and related ingredients have been exempted from tariffs at this time, including nuclear medicines, plasma derived therapies, fertility treatments, and cell and gene therapies, the order said.
(2003-04-26). PSL committee rejects Fakhar's appeal. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) technical committee has dismissed an appeal by Fakhar Zaman, upholding the two-match ban imposed on the Lahore Qalandars batter for ball tampering, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Thursday. | The 35-year-old had earlier been suspended for two PSL matches after being found guilty of breaching the league's code of conduct during Lahore Qalandars' narrow four-wicket defeat to Karachi Kings on Sunday. Fakhar subsequently challenged the decision, seeking relief from the sanction, but the appeal was rejected following review by the PSL's technical committee. | "In accord…
(2026-04-03). Chinese, Swiss envoys hold phone talks on Middle East tensions. ecns.cn Zhai Jun, special envoy of the Chinese government on the Middle East issue, on Tuesday held a phone conversation with Wolfgang Amadeus Brulhart, Swiss special envoy to the Middle East.
(2026-04-03). China, Malaysia ink 26 deals worth 72 mln USD. ecns.cn A total of 26 cooperation projects worth 495 million yuan (about 72 million U.S. dollars) were signed during the Sixth Belt and Road China-Malaysia Business Dialogue, which opened on Thursday in Yinchuan, capital of northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.
(2026-04-03). MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Download: Read Notification. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has released an important notification regarding the MHT CET 2026 Admit Card download that the candidates must read while they prepare for the important Entrance Exam.
(2026-04-03). Judges say ICC prosecutor in sexual misconduct inquiry can potentially resume work, documents show. newarab.com 
The embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court can potentially resume his duties, a three-judge panel said, after rejecting a United Nations investigation of alleged sexual misconduct with a female aide, according to conclusions viewed by The Associated Press. | A final decision on the fate of British barrister Karim Khan is now up to the Assembly of States Parties, the body that oversees the ICC. The group moved Wednesday to extend the investigation as it grapples with an unprecedented process, unrest among ICC staff and external pressures. | Khan temporarily stepped down in May 2025 pendi…
(2026-04-03). United States has intensified its war against Cuba. workers.org 
A Russian tanker with about a month's load of crude oil arrived in Cuba on March 30 bringing the much needed fuel as the brutal U.S. blockade of Cuba was creating a humanitarian crisis. The following article provides background on U.S. imperialism's economic war against socialist Cuba over six decades. . . . |
(2026-04-03). Gauteng Community Safety Committee calls for a safe and peaceful Easter. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Community Safety Committee calls for a safe and peaceful Easter | The Portfolio Committee on Community Safety in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature has called on residents to prioritise safety during the Easter weekend. | The committee warned of increased risks on the roads over the holiday while also raising serious concern over the reported fatal shooting of a teenager by a police officer. | "As families travel and gather to observe this sacred period, we urge all road users to exercise heightened caution and responsibility," the committee said in a statement, stressing the importance of obeying traffic…
(2026-04-03). 'No Kings' Protests Symbolizes Global Frustration With Trump. ummid.com The rally organisers echo people's sentiments by repeatedly emphasising that 'No Kings Day' is only one aspect of broader efforts toward building people power and fighting the Trump administration — and that that work 'doesn't end after March 28'.
(2026-04-03). Iraq, Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026. ummid.com Iraq, and Bosnia and Herzegovina – the two Muslim dominated countries that battled Zionist imposed wars, have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2026-04-03). Wednesday 4/15: Turn Up the Heat: No Tax Dollars for ICE, War, or Genocide. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/uscpraction/event/932037……
(2026-04-03). Dismissal of Boston Symphony Orchestra conductor Andris Nelsons provokes uproar. wsws.org The capitalist crisis and the "donor class" are leading the BSO, the Metropolitan Opera, and other leading cultural institutions into the abyss.
(2026-04-03). New Zealand government, media discourage vaccination amid COVID wave. wsws.org Health NZ officials have falsely claimed that most people no longer need COVID boosters, while the government and media are spreading disinformation depicting vaccines as harmful to young people.
(2026-04-03). Friday 4/10: Film Screening & Fundraiser for the Prairieland Defendants. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-03). Imperial cynicism and living space. mronline.org 
Just when you think cynicism has its limits, reality takes us by surprise.
(2026-04-03). Sunday 4/12: Speak Out Socialists Organizing Meeting for International Day. indybay.org Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. Center | 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2026-04-03). One acre, one vote: The bizarre election that could decide Arizona's energy future. grist.org 
In a country characterized by antiquated systems for regulating how electricity is produced and transported to homes and businesses, one utility in Arizona may be the most outdated. In 1903, almost a decade before Arizona became a state, a group of landowners around Phoenix secured a federal loan for a dam on the Salt River. The dam collected water to irrigate farms and produce hydroelectric power to run irrigation pumps. The landowners created the Salt River Project Association to govern the operation of the dam, and gave each landowner a vote for every acre of land they owned. | The Salt River Project, or SR…
(2026-04-03). How Israel is destroying healthcare infrastructure in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel's attacks on hospitals, medical centres and healthcare workers are fuelling displacement and a health crisis.
(2026-04-03). Australia: Labor government targets the elderly in public housing tower demolition. wsws.org The demolition of Melbourne's 44 public housing towers is aimed at clearing valuable inner-city real estate and handing it over to private developers.
(2026-04-03). UPPSC 2024 Final Result Declared, 33 Muslims Among Toppers. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Sunday March 29, 2026 declared the final result of Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2024 on its official website along with the list of toppers recommended for various posts.
(2026-04-03). The Iran War Reveals Who Is Living In A Fantasy World. wattsupwiththat.com Whether you like it or hate it, the war in Iran has definitely had the effect of exposing some of the ridiculous fantasies in the world to a serious dose of reality.
(2026-04-03). Detected: First Ever Spin Reversal of Comet 41P. ummid.com In a first, astronomers have found evidence of a comet reversing its spin.
(2026-04-03). Syria's MI6-backed president bows to King Charles. thegrayzone.com Ahmed al-Sharaa's Downing Street visit offered him a reunion with the British intel operatives who groomed the former Al Qaeda warlord to become president of Syria. When Syria's "interim" leader Ahmed al-Sharaa touched down in London on March 31, he was given a much warmer welcome than many once thought possible. As the longtime leader of Syria's Al-Qaeda branch, the US had been offering a $10 million bounty for information on his location just 15 months prior. Yet here was …
(2026-04-03). Meghalaya SSLC Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Meghalaya Board of Secondary Education (MBOSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to announce the Class 10 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination result 2026.
(2026-04-03). Deputy President attends Good Friday service. sanews.gov.za Deputy President attends Good Friday service | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will today step into Ellis Park Stadium not just as a government leader, but as a symbol of unity—carrying a message that places families at the centre of South Africa's healing. | Invited by Bishop Marcelo Pires, Deputy President Mashatile is set to attend the Amandla Ngawethu Good Friday service hosted by the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG), marking his first appearance at the church's Easter gathering in his official capacity. | Framed by the 2026 theme, "The Family at the Foot of the Cross", the event seeks to c…
(2026-04-03). Pakistan says onus on Afghanistan to end hostilities. newarab.com 
Pakistan said Thursday that the burden of ending its cross-border conflict lay with Afghanistan, as the two sides held preliminary talks to try to end hostilities. | The neighbours and one-time allies have been locked in an escalating conflict over claims from Islamabad that Afghanistan is harbouring militants responsible for cross-border attacks, which the Taliban government denies. | Negotiations in Urumqi, in northwest China, were announced Wednesday by Pakistan, after Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar travelled to Beijing for talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. | Pakistan foreign ministry spokesman Tahir Hus…
(2026-04-03). Monday 4/6: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-04-03). China-Vietnam invested hydropower plant illuminates northern Vietnam through powering partnerships. ecns.cn Workers work at the Seo Chong Ho hydropower plant in northern Vietnams Lao Cai province, March 19, 2026.."Travel is much more convenient now, because if your field is near the road, you can ride a motorbike there, and it is much easier to bring rice back home, "Chang said.
(2026-04-03). No Karp No Kings No Palantir. indybay.org Alternative action to the usual No Kings held on March 28.
(2003-04-26). Five killed, several injured in suicide attack in Bannu. tribune.com.pk 
At least five people, including women and a child, were martyred and several others injured in a suicide attack targeting the Domel Police Station in Bannu on Friday, Regional Police Officer (RPO) Sajjad Khan said. | According to officials, the victims included members of the same family. "Four members of the same family were killed in the attack, including Naqeebullah, his wife, his son Tufail Subhan, and his daughter Sadaf," RPO Khan said. The injured were shifted to a nearby hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment. | District Police Officer (DPO) Yasir Afridi said the attack on the police stati…
(2026-04-03). CBSE Launches New Curriculum for Classes 9 to 12. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched new Curriculum and Syllabus for Classes 9 to 12 which will be implemented from the Academic Year 2026-27.
(2026-04-03). 06:30 in Beirut. A little girl, a helium balloon, and a country facing displacement. icrc.org An account by Shawky Amine Eddine, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator, ICRC Lebanon…
(2026-04-03). From ISIS to Iran: Joe Kent Says Washington Keeps Repeating the Same Catastrophic Playbook. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff In a wide‚Äëranging and unusually candid conversation, former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent explains why he resigned over the Trump administration's war on Iran—and why he believes the United States has once again walked into a strategic disaster of its own making. Kent's account, drawn from decades inside U.S. covert and military …
(2026-04-03). All eyes on Cristiano Ronald as Al-Nassr readies to take on Al Najma. ummid.com All eyes are on Cristiano Ronaldo as Al Nassr FC gears up to take on Al Najma SC Friday April 03, 2026 as part of the 27th round of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 coming after Eid break.
(2026-04-03). Thursday 4/9: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-03). Is X down? Users report issues with feed, log in and app. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Users are facing issues on Musk's X (formerly Twitter) as they reported having difficulties accessing the social media platform and its feed. Many reported trouble refreshing their timelines, while others claimed difficulties logging in and accessing the application. According to Downdetector, issues with X suddenly spiked, and comments from frustrated users flooded the website. Downdetector wrote, "User reports show problems with X (Twitter)." However, more recent reports state that the timeline issue has been resolved.Is X down? Users report issues with feed, log in and app: An internet user w…
(2026-04-03). You've become redundant: Oracle to 30K terminated employees. ummid.com In another round of lay-off, software major Oracle Tuesday March 31, 2026 fired around 30,000 employees saying they have become redundant.
(2026-04-03). Cuba with 297 Places for the Central American and Caribbean Meeting in Santo Domingo. radiohc.cu Havana, April 2 (RHC) — Cuba has secured 297 places for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, announced José Antonio Miranda, the director general of high performance at the National Sports Institute, today. | In statements given to the weekly magazine Jit, Miranda specified that Cuba secured those spots in the qualifying tournaments, and the number has already been reconciled with the organizing committee, an essential step for it to be considered official. | Of the spots won, 172 are for men and 125 for women. For events offering direct qualification, undertaken despite the countr…
(2026-04-03). No More " Protective Orders" To Silence Apple Whistleblower Ashley Gjovik & Other Workers. indybay.org Apple whistleblower Ashley Gjovik has been fighting for over five years after an illegal firing for trying to get Apple to stop poisoning her and other workers at her office which was located on a toxic dump site and also at her apartment which was next to an illegal Apple Fab factory. Now Apple with the support of a judge is trying to get a protective order to silence her about her health and safety complaints and illegal spying on her by Apple. She spoke out at the San Francisco Federal Court house.
(2026-04-03). Thursday 4/2: Hands Off My Voice & My Body-Workers & Labor Groups To Rally At SF Federal Building. indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 450 Golden Gate St. | San Francisco…
(2026-04-03). Sunday 4/19: 2026 FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL of transgender and queer performance. indybay.org Z Space | 450 Florida St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-04-03). Hospital in Jiangxi lays off all 315 staff, task force set up. ecns.cn A hospital in Leping, Jiangxi Province, has laid off all 315 employees, local authorities said, adding that a task force has been established to handle the aftermath.
(2026-04-03). Trump imposes 100% tariff on certain pharmaceuticals imports. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday imposed a 100 percent ad valorem tariff on imports of certain patented pharmaceuticals and associated pharmaceutical ingredients.
(2026-04-03). Artemis II Update: Orion's Toilet Issue Resolved. ummid.com The Artemis II crew, working closely with mission control in Houston, were able to successfully restore the Orion spacecraft's toilet to normal operations after it reported glitches.
(2026-04-03). Hero-themed metro station in N China attracts visitors. ecns.cn Passengers pass through a metro station hosting activities themed "Honoring Heroes," supported by the North China Military Region Martyrs' Cemetery, in Shijiazhuang, north China's Hebei Province, April 2, 2026.
(2026-04-03). CARTOONS: Pollies, petrol prices and imperious plans. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-03). RBSE Rajasthan 12th Result 2026 Announced – Check Here. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Ajmer has announced the result of Class 12 exams held in 2026 on its official website rajresults.nic.in and other associate websites.
(2026-04-03). Stop the AI data centers in Gilroy. indybay.org The Gilroy community is rallying against a major Data Center in the Gilroy area.
(2026-04-03). Cesar Chavez at 95: Debunking the Myth. indybay.org The real history of Cesar Chavez and the history of the UFW is important for working people today…
(2026-04-03). Iran: Civilians are paying a heavy price amid escalating hostilities. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, Vincent Cassard…
(2026-04-03). Trump hails 'victories' in Iran; China's underwater tunnels: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Controlled escalation? Trump hails 'victories' in Iran but vows more strikes…
(2026-04-03). Fuzhou residents visit cemeteries to honor ancestors. ecns.cn As the Qingming Festival approaches, residents visit cemeteries in Fuzhou, honoring their ancestors with flowers.
(2026-04-03). Makkah International Airport gets official nod. ummid.com The Holy City of Makkah al Mukarramah is finally set to get its own international airport.
(2026-04-03). What does $164M buy Big Oil? Inupiat land and a broken promise. grist.org In 2023, when Rosemary Ahtuangaruak, Iñupiaq, "It was only 8 miles from our village. We watched industry evacuate their personnel on ice roads in front of our community while we were left waiting for information about what was going on," she said. "It was very concerning that through all th…
(2026-04-03). Cuban government announces decision to pardon more than 2,000 prisoners. radiohc.cu As part of the process of granting prison benefits established by law and in accordance with Article 90, Section II of the Constitution of the Republic, it was decided to release 2,010 prisoners through a pardon approved by the Cuban Government. | This humanitarian and sovereign gesture stemmed from a careful analysis of the nature of the crimes committed by the prisoners, their good conduct in prison, the fact that they had served a significant portion of their sentence, and their state of health. | This is why the list of those released includes young people, women, adults over 60, those whose early release dat…
(2026-04-03). "In 4 years I'll be making the exact same amount I was making 20 years ago" : Nexteer Automotive workers in Michigan denounce UAW sellout, Trump's war in Iran. wsws.org In these videos, Nexteer workers in Saginaw, Michigan describe why they voted nearly unanimously to reject a concessions-laden contract pushed by the UAW bureaucracy.
(2026-04-03). Countdown begins for Artemis 2 launch: How to watch Live. ummid.com NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida is all set to launch Artemis 2- the American space agency's first Moon Mission since 1972, Wednesday April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-03). Thursday 4/23: Mennonite Action April Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/mennonite-actio……
(2026-04-03). Sleep apnea effective care begins with preparation before treatment. ummid.com Explaining that proper planning plays a key role in managing sleep apnea, experts said effective care for the sleep disorder actually begins with detailed preparation before any treatment is introduced.
(2026-04-03). Starbucks workers: Impoverished and oppressed fight back. workers.org 
The "Low Wage 20" is a list of 20 firms that currently employ 6.7 million people across the United States — Amazon, FexEd, Starbucks, Tyson Foods and Walmart make the list routinely — but their crimes against workers are growing more horrendous every day. Starbucks is apparently the worst offender, . . . |
(2026-04-03). JBLM DES Protection Division – A Threat to Our Community. indybay.org The JBLM DES Protection Division has been the subject of multiple allegations that it violated civil rights, particularly through surveillance and intelligence-gathering activities targeting non-military-affiliated civilians involved in political protests, and other 1st Amendment protected activities.
(2026-04-03). "Christ Is King" ? What Does Jesus Say? muslimskeptic.com In contemporary polemical and ideological discourse, the phrase "Christ is King" has re-emerged and become quite widespread, often within highly polarized cultural and political contexts. Quite frequently, the phrase is not uttered merely as a devotional slogan; it also functions as a theological assertion: namely, that Jesus (peace be upon him) is to be considered …
(2026-04-03). University of Michigan Chinese researcher takes his own life after interrogation by federal agents. wsws.org The tragic suicide of a Chinese scientist at the University of Michigan exposes the deadly consequences of the bipartisan drive toward war against China.
(2026-04-03). Championship-winning 820RR of ZXMOTOR surges in sales. ecns.cn Passengers pass through a metro station hosting activities themed "Honoring Heroes," supported by the North China Military Region Martyrs' Cemetery, in Shijiazhuang, north China's Hebei Province, April 2, 2026.
(2026-04-03). Hegseth fires US Army chief of staff in reported string of dismissals. aljazeera.com Retirement of Randy George is latest high-profile dismissal since the US defence secretary took office last January.
(2026-04-03). Wednesday 5/6: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-03). UPSC CSE 2026: Jamia Millia RCA invites applications for free coaching. ummid.com The Centre for Coaching and Career Planning, the Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) at Jamia Millia Islamia has invited applications for the free coaching with hostel facility from Minorities, SCs, STs and women who wish to appear in UPSC Civil Services Preliminary as well as Main exam 2026.
(2026-04-03). 'A.I. is African intelligence': The workers who train A.I. are fighting back. mronline.org 
Kenyan workers are still the underpaid labor behind A.I. training, moderation, and sex chatbots. The Data Labelers Association is fighting back.
(2026-04-03). Wednesday 4/15: Doctors Against Genocide Advocacy Day on the Hill. indybay.org Washington, D.C.
(2026-04-03). IRGC claims strikes on Oracle's Dubai data center. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Tehran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Thursday, April 2, 2026, claimed responsibility for attacks on U.S.-linked technology infrastructure in the Gulf, expanding its campaign beyond military targets. The IRGC cited strikes on Oracle's Dubai data center and reaffirmed its involvement in Wednesday's hit on Bahrain's leading telecom operator, Batelco.The actions follow a Tuesday warning in which the IRGC designated 18 major American tech and defense firms, including Oracle, Microsoft, Google, Apple, Nvidia, IBM, Palantir, Tesla, and Boeing, as "legitimate military targets," accusing them of support…
(2026-04-03). ALF Inflicts $40,000 in Damages at Utah Animal Feed Facility. indybay.org Although a communiquè has not yet been received by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, news reports from Beryl, Utah, claimed that the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has caused $40,000 in damages to machinery used to produce food for animals on factory farms.
(2026-04-03). Road users urged to be responsible. sanews.gov.za Road users urged to be responsible | Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy has urged South Africans travelling during the Easter holidays to use the roads responsibly and show respect to all road users. | The Easter holidays are marked by an increase in traffic on major corridors as travellers embark on various religious and holiday destinations. | Studies show that over 80% of road crashes are the direct result of human behaviour. | "We are calling on every driver, passenger, and pedestrian to take ownership of their conduct on our shared roads. I urge those who will be undertaking long-distance journeys to stagg…
(2026-04-03). Deadly Attack in Nigeria Highlights Persistent Insecurity. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People gather as Nigerian policemen arrive at the scene the morning after gunmen killed multiple people in an overnight attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, Plateau State, Nigeria, March 30, 2026. | © 2026 Reuters…
(2026-04-03). Friday 4/3: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown | *location has recently changed and may change again soon…
(2026-04-03). Paris police ban French Muslim gathering, citing security risk. newarab.com 
The Paris police on Thursday banned an annual gathering of French Muslims north of the capital, citing a "major terrorist risk" that it might be targeted. | The Annual Gathering of the Muslims of France had been due to take place at Bourget, just north of Paris, from Friday until Monday. | The order banning it issued by the Paris police said there was a risk that "small far-right groups" might try to disrupt the event. | But the police order said the event was "taking place in a particularly tense international and national context". | The gathering was "exposed to a significant terrorist risk targeting the Mu…
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: Free Palestine. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-03). Trump threatens to hit Iran 'extremely hard' over next 2 to 3 weeks. ecns.cn WASHINGTON, April 1 ⚪ While saying the United States is"nearing completion"of its core objectives in Iran, U.Up to 67 percent of Americans believe that Trump does not have a clear plan for handling the situation in Iran, according to the latest CNN poll.
(2026-04-03). China detains Panama-flagged vessels in retaliation for canal port contract cancellation. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- China has escalated maritime pressure by detaining and intensifying inspections of Panama-flagged vessels in its ports, in what is widely seen as retaliation after Panama canceled a key canal port concession linked to a Hong Kong—based firm.The dispute centers on the Balboa and Cristóbal terminals at opposite ends of the Panama Canal, a vital artery handling roughly 5 percent of global maritime trade. In January 2026, Panama's Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional a long-standing concession held by Panama Ports Company, a subsidiary of Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings. The ruling cited…
(2026-04-03). The American Hitler and the morality of the ruling class. wsws.org The unavoidable conclusion that must be drawn from the speech delivered on Wednesday night by Donald Trump is that the American president is a political criminal.
(2026-04-03). U.S. Claims Iran Leads Global Terror—Whistleblower Challenges the Narrative. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff In a recent episode of The Chris Hedges Report, CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou joins Chris Hedges to critically examine the Trump administration's effort to brand Iran as the world's leading sponsor of terrorism. This label, Kiriakou argues, ignores decades of U.S. involvement in violent proxy operations worldwide and oversimplifies complex regional dynamics. The …
(2026-04-03). Through 'Jasmine Flower,' Yale voices meet Chinese youth in harmony. ecns.cn Using music as a bridge spanning continents, they struck a shared chord among Chinese and American youth with a performance of "Jasmine Flower."
(2026-04-03). Trump fires Bondi as US Attorney General. wsws.org Bondi is the second top official fired in a month, following Department of Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem.
(2026-04-03). Horrifying videos: 7.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A powerful 7.4‚Äëmagnitude earthquake struck Indonesia on April 2, in the Molucca Sea, off Ternate in North Maluku.At least one person was killed in the Indonesian earthquake, which damaged buildings and briefly triggered a tsunami warning.National rescue and disaster agencies revealed that the 7.4‚Äëmagnitude earthquake damaged houses and public buildings. Videos showing the moment of the strong quake and buildings shaking were shared on social media. In addition, some people posted clips from affected areas showing flattened structures and frightened residents gatherin…
(2026-04-03). How to Open Savings Account Online in Just 3 Minutes. ummid.com Online Savings Accounts are becoming popular because they offer greater convenience and speed compared to traditional banking. Instead of visiting a bank branch and completing physical paperwork, users can open and manage their accounts digitally through a mobile app or online platform.
(2026-04-03). Top economist schools Labour on public-private partnerships, rather than corporate handouts. thecanary.co 
Mariana Mazzucato, professor at UCL, has shown how Labour should be less willing to simply hand out public money to corporations. Instead, she says that subsidies and grants should come with a guarantee of public benefit. 'Conditionalities' — types of public benefit There are various possibilities for making the most out of public money when […] | By
(2003-04-26). Iran claims it shot down second US F-35 fighter jet. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claimed on Friday that it shot down a US F-35 fighter jet in central parts of the country, Iranian media reported. | Due to the destruction of the aircraft, the fate of the pilot remains unknown, the semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported, citing a statement by the IRGC. | Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claims it shot down a US F-35 fighter jet in the central parts of the country, semi-official Tasnim News Agency reports | • This marks 2nd time Iran claims it shot down US F-35 amid ongoing escalations since Feb. 28 | • No… pic.tw…
(2026-04-03). Science is not neutral: The rubella vaccine and the attack on public health. wsws.org Stanley Plotkin, the virologist whose RA 27/3 rubella vaccine has immunized hundreds of millions of children worldwide, has reacted to the ongoing dismantling of public health with undisguised despair. This report traces the science he built, the class forces that made it possible, and the way forward against the ultra-right assault on vaccines.
(2026-04-03). Crackdown on human trafficking tightened. ecns.cn The Supreme People's Court in a release on Thursday said the number of abductions and trafficking crimes involving children and women in China has shown a significant decline, with a nearly 78 percent drop in 2025 compared with the peak in 2012.
(2026-04-03). 'Easter Eggflation' is Not Due to Climate Change, Euro News. wattsupwiththat.com Weather hasn't become more extreme in cocoa growing regions and production and yields remain high. Accordingly, Euro News has done their Easter-candy loving audience a disservice by blaming the increased price of chocolate on climate change, when they instead could have given them an interesting and informative lesson in how volatile agriculture is—especially the kind of smallholder "organic" farming that many like to promote as superior to more modern methods.
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: San José ⚪ -Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-04-03). Call to remain alert on the roads this Easter. sanews.gov.za Call to remain alert on the roads this Easter | As the Easter Holiday period gets into full swing, the Cross-Border Road Transport Agency (C-BRTA) urgers the cross-border road transport operators to remain alert while transporting passengers and goods across the borders to various parts of the continent. ⚪ This as the agency has heightened the deployment of its law enforcement unit, the Road Transport Inspectorate (RTI) to major corridors that lead to border posts which link South Africa with neighbouring countries. ⚪ "It is our collective responsibility as law enforcement authorities, motorists and general…
(2026-04-03). China to intensify tax enforcement targeting influencers, celebrities. ecns.cn China will launch a joint crackdown on tax-related crimes this year, targeting high-income groups such as celebrities and online influencers, as well as sectors including medical aesthetics and jewelry, tax authorities said Wednesday.
(2026-04-03). US Imperialism And The Hubris Of White 'Supremacy' Ideology. scheerpost.com The Empire Has No Clothes. Completely stripped of its democratic veneer, U.S. imperialism has been exposed as a system of monopoly capitalism driven by white supremacist psychopathology. Anthony Karefa Rogers-Wright, Black Agenda Report. Last week, New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada in a piece entitled, Pax Americana, Meet Lax Americana, remarked, "We had a good run — …
(2026-04-03). Hormuz, War, and the Survival of Iran: Interview with Historian Rudi Matthee. juancole.com Fariba Amini interviews historian Rudi Matthee on the Iran War in historical context. | For as long as we know, Hormuz, a tiny island at the narrowest point of the Persian Gulf, has been commercially significant. | Rudi Matthee is the John and Dorothy Munroe Distinguished Professor of History at the University of Delaware. He has studied Iran for half a century. He is the author of four prize-winning books on early modern Iran. His specialty is the Safavid period, from 1501 to 1722, the time when Twelver Shi'ism was declared Iran's state religion and when the country assumed its current territorial shape. His la…
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: San José ⚪ -Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-04-03). Hamas wants Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). 'Alarming' risk of long-term mass displacement in Lebanon: IOM. newarab.com 
International Organization for Migration chief Amy Pope told AFP on Thursday in Beirut that the prospects for prolonged mass displacement in Lebanon, where Israel and Hezbollah are at war, were "very alarming". | "I think those prospects are very alarming because you look right now at the level of destruction that's happening and… the further destruction that has been threatened," she said when asked about the possibility of prolonged mass displacement. | "There are
(2026-04-03). Israel blocks US student protesters from entering West Bank. electronicintifada.net Officials at Allenby crossing hint they have access to American police records.
(2026-04-03). 7 Ways to Grow Your Savings Account This Year. ummid.com A Savings Account is often the first step towards financial discipline, read seven practical ways to grow your Savings Account balance this year.
(2026-04-03). Monday 4/6: Chris4Mayor2026 Campaign Dinner & Mark Levy Concert. indybay.org 123 Green Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-04-03). Donald Trump fires loyalist Attorney General Pam Bondi. aljazeera.com President Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, a loyalist and tenacious Trump defender.
(2026-04-03). China ranks second globally with 416 unicorn firms: report. ecns.cn According to the "China Unicorn Companies Development Report (2026)," these companies had a combined valuation of approximately $1.61 trillion, with an average valuation of about $3.87 billion per firm.
(2026-04-03). India expands military and energy footprint amid Iran War. infobrics.org Indonesia upgrades fleet with Italian aircraft carrier, the Giuseppe Garibaldi.
(2026-04-03). KEAM 2026 Admit Card – Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is releasing on its official website cee.kerala.ni today i.e. Wednesday April 01, 2026 the Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of candidates who have registered for KEAM 2026 Entrance Examination.
(2026-04-03). Film carries long-lasting fascination of wuxia to UK. ecns.cn On a lively Tuesday night in Leicester Square, one moviegoer stood out from the crowd. Dressed in flowing dark robes, he evoked the wandering swordsmen of Chinese wuxia tales, an image that set the tone for the British premiere of Blades of the Guardians.
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up at Milyar Cafe. indybay.org Milyar Cafe, 3300 Adeline St, Berkeley…
(2026-04-03). China estimates 1,778 critically endangered pangolins in Guangdong. ecns.cn China has estimated the wild population of Chinese pangolins in Guangdong Province at about 1,778, marking the first comprehensive survey of the species in the region, authorities said.
(2026-04-03). SCOTUS Rules Against Trans Community on Transgender Day of Visibility. indybay.org On March 31, the day celebrated internationally as Transgender Day of Visibility, the US Supreme Court delivered a major blow to the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The court rejected a Colorado ban on LGBTQ child "conversion therapy", ruling against a law banning the discredited practice on free speech grounds. Demonstrators in Mountain View, CA said the announcement of the ruling was intentionally timed.
(2026-04-03). Trump says workers must pay for imperialist war with cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and daycare. wsws.org Trump's Easter lunch remarks expose the program of the ruling class: war, austerity and social devastation for the working class.
(2026-04-03). "Four Corners" covers up Labor and union role in Australian university restructuring. wsws.org The television show amounted to a whitewash of the Labor government's agenda, accompanied by the destruction of some 4,000 jobs nationally over the past 18 months.
(2026-04-03). NASA's Artemis II launches crew to the Moon for first time in 54 years. wsws.org The mission, despite the scientific and engineering achievements, is driven primarily by geopolitical conflict with China.
(2026-04-03). Video: Pizza courier in Turkey caught urinating in elevator, eating pizza toppings. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A video caused buzz in Turkey after a pizza courier was caught on camera eating pizza toppings, then urinating in an elevator.A clip circulated online showing a man delivering a pizza order before he was seen opening the box and eating some of the toppings.After delivering the pizza, the person was seen entering the elevator and urinating before leaving. However, he was caught and forced to clean before being caught by the police.Turkish media said the Pizza courier who ate the pizza promotion and used the elevator as a toilet has been identified.üí•üáπ&#…
(2026-04-03). First year B Ed student cracks CTET 2026 in first attempt. ummid.com Inamur Rehman Hazfizur Rehman, a first year B.Ed. student of Malegaon, has cracked the Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) result of which was declared by the CBSE two days ago.
(2026-04-03). Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian's open letter to the people of the U.S. workers.org 
Press TV published the following open letter dated April 1, 2026. To the people of the United States of America, and to all those who, amid a flood of distortions and manufactured narratives, continue to seek the truth and aspire to a better life: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Iran — . . . |
(2026-04-03). US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say. geo.tv 
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shakes hands with General Randy George, Chief of Staff of the US Army, in this still taken from a video. — ReutersHegseth rapidly reshaping Pentagon leadership.No official reason given for George's removal.General LaNeve to serve as acting Army…
(2026-04-03). SEBA HSLC Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has officially confirmed the date and time to release the result of the HSLC Class 10th Examination 2026.
(2026-04-03). Germany: Government commission on the future of health insurance funds declares war on the working class. wsws.org On Monday, the Health Finance Commission presented its proposals for the further development of the statutory health insurance. Its report amounts to an open declaration of war on the working class.
(2026-04-03). Bioproduction drives push for greener growth. ecns.cn In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable solutions to drive development, an innovative production paradigm is quietly revolutionizing industries. Industrial exhaust is being converted into fish feed, used cooking oil into jet fuel, and crop straw into biodegradable film.
(2026-04-03). Navajo Nation protests anti-voter bill. workers.org 
The Navajo Nation Council published the following statement on March 26,2026. The Naabik'íyáti' Committee is one of the standing committees of the Navajo Nation Council. Window Rock, Ariz. — On Thursday, the Naabik'íyáti' Committee unanimously passed legislation to formally establish the Navajo Nation's opposition to H.R. 7296, known as the . . . |
(2026-04-03). Prevent's obsession with terrorist ideology has left the UK without recourse for non-ideological violence. thecanary.co 
Today, Thursday 2 April, the Guardian ran an exclusive based on comments from the Prevent assistant commissioner, Laurence Taylor. He claimed that counter-terrorism scheme was being overwhelmed by a massive influx of referrals. Trends indicate that Prevent will receive over 10,000 referrals in 2026. That represents a 33% increase compared to 2024. However, Taylor asserts that […] | By
(2026-04-03). Delegates from developing countries experience TCM therapy. ecns.cn Representatives from Barbados, Tanzania, Nigeria, Uganda and other countries visited Xi'an Hospital of Brain Diseases of TCM, where they observed and experienced TCM techniques such as cupping and acupuncture, gaining firsthand insight into traditional therapies.
(2026-04-03). Census 2027 1st phase starts today: What you need to do. ummid.com India has started Census or headcount of the country's over a billion population from today i.e. April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-03). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Afghanistan: Searching for water is a daily battle for many Afghan families. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). ICRC president: War on essential infrastructure is war on civilians; every effort to de-escalate is critical. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Turkish Tanker Hit Near Bosphorus Amid Ukraine "Shadow Fleet" Campaign. indybay.org
(2026-04-03). When Motherhood Becomes a Responsibility before Being an Option. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Nowruz in the shadow of war: A call to protect civilians. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Jordan: ICRC president concludes official visit to discuss humanitarian situation in the Middle East and joint efforts to revive respect for the rules of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Trump's Wars and Tariffs giving China the Advantage. juancole.com
(2026-04-03). Israeli Channel 12 cites Israeli army: Disarming Hezbollah is not a war objective at this stage. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-03). The ICRC's Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Myanmar earthquake response: One year on. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). The Israeli army acknowledges that statements about disarming Hezbollah as a war objective were overly ambitious: Hebrew media. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-03). Convicted felon President Trump lied about launch of Artemis II. indybay.org
(2026-04-03). "Every home we know is gone" : Stories of displacement in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Poland: The First Ever Workshop for Western and Central European National Societies on Involvement in Military Exercises. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). "These weapons belong in the past" : Decades on, landmines and explosive remnants still kill and destroy lives. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the Army's top general, reflecting his ongoing grievances with the Army, officials said. ecns.cn
(2026-04-03). Hezbollah Military Media have announced 14 operations against Israeli targets since midnight: statements. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-03). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Poland: Communication in a Crisis workshop for National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Central African Republic: Amid ongoing hostilities, Clotilde remains resilient. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Blowback 2026: The Price of Empire and War on Iran. juancole.com
(2026-04-03). Measured in decades: The enduring human cost of anti-personnel mines and other explosive ordnance. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Zionist CA State Senator Scott Wiener Protested at KQED Congressional Debate. indybay.org
(2026-04-03). 150 Years of Trust, Humanity and Service in Serbia and Montenegro. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Poland: Families of the missing are not alone. icrc.org
(2026-04-03). Cuba y àÅfrica Austral reafirman lazos históricos. radiohc.cu 
El viceministro primero de Relaciones Exteriores de la República de Cuba, Gerardo Peñalver sostuvo un encuentro con jefes de Misiones diplomáticas de Angola, Namibia, Sudáfrica, Tanzania, Mozambique y Zimbabwe acreditadas en el país, en el marco de la conmemoración por el Día de la Liberación de àÅfrica Austral (23 de marzo). | Durante el intercambio, se evocó el significado histórico de la Batalla de Cuito Cuanavale, cuya gesta victoriosa cumple 38 años y es reconocida como un hito en las luchas por la independencia y contra el apartheid en el sur del continente africano. | En esa epopeya, combatientes int…
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano anuncia decisión de indultar a más de 2 mil sancionados. cubadebate.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba.
(2026-04-03). Tripulación de Artemis II solucionó en vuelo fallo del ventilador del baño que impidió orinar durante seis horas. cubadebate.cu El regreso tripulado de Estados Unidos al entorno lunar no empezó con épica, sino con fontanería. Durante las primeras seis horas de misión, el inodoro de la cápsula Orion —el primero instalado en una nave tripulada de "espacio profundo"— quedó fuera de servicio para la orina por un problema en el ventilador del sistema.
(2026-04-03). Rusia prepara envío de un segundo buque con petróleo para Cuba. radiohc.cu El ministro de Energía de Rusia, Serguéi Tsiviliov informó este jueves que su país tiene previsto enviar un segundo buque con petróleo a Cuba en medio de la crisis energética que atraviesa la nación caribeña. | Al margen del foro Energoprom-2026, que se desarrolla en la ciudad de Kazán, el titular expresó: Cuba está totalmente bloqueada, la aislaron; øDe dónde provino el suministro de petróleo? Un buque de Rusia rompió el bloqueo; un segundo buque se está cargando en este momento. No dejaremos a los cubanos en apuros". | Con anterioridad, llegó a la mayor isla de las Antillas el petrolero ruso 'Anatoly Kolo…
(2026-04-03). Cuba irá a Santo Domingo 2026 con casi 300 plazas. radiohc.cu José Antonio Miranda, director general de alto rendimiento del Instituto Nacional de Deportes, informó este jueves que Cuba tiene 297 plazas para los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Miranda declaró al semanario Jit que la mayor isla de las Antillas logró esos boletos en los certámenes clasificatorios y la cifra ya quedó conciliada con el comité organizador, paso imprescindible para considerarla oficial. | De los cupos conquistados, 172 corresponden al sector masculino y 125 al femenino, y los eventos dotados de billetes directos, asumidos con serias limitaciones económicas del país,…
(2026-04-03). Cuba y Rusia abogan por ampliar y fortalecer sus vínculos económico-comerciales. radiohc.cu 
La XXIII sesión de la Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana para la colaboración económico-comercial y científico-técnica culminó este jueves en la ciudad de San Petersburgo, copresidida por Dmitry Chernyshenko, vicepresidente de Rusia, y Oscar Pérez-Oliva, vice primer ministro de Cuba. | El jefe del Gobierno cubano, Manuel Marrero Cruz destacó en la red social X que el encuentro se desarrolló con éxito, con un diálogo fructífero y positivo por ambas delegaciones, que coincidieron en la necesidad de ampliar y fortalecer los vínculos económico-comerciales. | El primer ministro subrayó el agradecimiento que expre…
(2026-04-03). Tripulación de Artemis II solucionó en vuelo fallo del ventilador del baño que impidió orinar durante seis horas. cubadebate.cu El regreso tripulado de Estados Unidos al entorno lunar no empezó con épica, sino con fontanería. Durante las primeras seis horas de misión, el inodoro de la cápsula Orion —el primero instalado en una nave tripulada de "espacio profundo"— quedó fuera de servicio para la orina por un problema en el ventilador del sistema.
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano indultará a más de 2 mil sancionados. radiohc.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba. | Este gesto humanitario y soberano partió de un análisis cuidadoso de las características de los hechos cometidos por los sancionados, la buena conducta mantenida en prisión, haber extinguido una parte importante de su sanción y estado de salud. | Es por ello que en el total de excarcelados aparecen jóvenes, mujeres, adultos mayor…
(2026-04-03). Cuba irá a Santo Domingo 2026 con casi 300 plazas. radiohc.cu José Antonio Miranda, director general de alto rendimiento del Instituto Nacional de Deportes, informó este jueves que Cuba tiene 297 plazas para los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Miranda declaró al semanario Jit que la mayor isla de las Antillas logró esos boletos en los certámenes clasificatorios y la cifra ya quedó conciliada con el comité organizador, paso imprescindible para considerarla oficial. | De los cupos conquistados, 172 corresponden al sector masculino y 125 al femenino, y los eventos dotados de billetes directos, asumidos con serias limitaciones económicas del país,…
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano indultará a más de 2 mil sancionados. radiohc.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba. | Este gesto humanitario y soberano partió de un análisis cuidadoso de las características de los hechos cometidos por los sancionados, la buena conducta mantenida en prisión, haber extinguido una parte importante de su sanción y estado de salud. | Es por ello que en el total de excarcelados aparecen jóvenes, mujeres, adultos mayor…
(2026-04-03). Cuba y àÅfrica Austral reafirman lazos históricos. radiohc.cu El viceministro primero de Relaciones Exteriores de la República de Cuba, Gerardo Peñalver sostuvo un encuentro con jefes de Misiones diplomáticas de Angola, Namibia, Sudáfrica, Tanzania, Mozambique y Zimbabwe acreditadas en el país, en el marco de la conmemoración por el Día de la Liberación de àÅfrica Austral (23 de marzo). | Durante el intercambio, se evocó el significado histórico de la Batalla de Cuito Cuanavale, cuya gesta victoriosa cumple 38 años y es reconocida como un hito en las luchas por la independencia y contra el apartheid en el sur del continente africano. | En esa epopeya, combatientes int…
(2026-04-03). Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas: Con la misma firmeza de hace 64 años. cubadebate.cu El largo tren retumbaba con la música, cantos y alegría de medio millar de jóvenes rebeldes que se incorporaban acompañados de fiestas en cada municipio a lo largo del viaje hasta La Habana, en el que nadie sintió las horas imbuidos en el orgullo de ser parte del Primer Congreso de su organización. Era el 29 de marzo de 1962.
(2026-04-03). Cienfuegos multiplica las actividades culturales, pese al bloqueo energético del Gobierno estadounidense. radiohc.cu 
Se crece la familia de la Cultura en Cienfuegos que le ofreció a la población casi 800 actividades de calidad en un mes, multiplicando la cifra comparado con períodos normales, a pesar de la contingencia energética que vive Cuba, por el asedio del Gobierno estadounidense a la entrada de combustible. Bárbara María Gonzales, Directora de Cultura en este municipio cabecera de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos, vanagloriada por el resultado refiere que iniciaron talleres de programación, integrados al objetivo de llevar espectáculos a Consejos Populares, sus comunidades y barrios. | Las actividades aumentarán durante…
(2026-04-03). Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas: Con la misma firmeza de hace 64 años. cubadebate.cu El largo tren retumbaba con la música, cantos y alegría de medio millar de jóvenes rebeldes que se incorporaban acompañados de fiestas en cada municipio a lo largo del viaje hasta La Habana, en el que nadie sintió las horas imbuidos en el orgullo de ser parte del Primer Congreso de su organización. Era el 29 de marzo de 1962.
(2026-04-03). Rusia prepara envío de un segundo buque con petróleo para Cuba. radiohc.cu El ministro de Energía de Rusia, Serguéi Tsiviliov informó este jueves que su país tiene previsto enviar un segundo buque con petróleo a Cuba en medio de la crisis energética que atraviesa la nación caribeña. | Al margen del foro Energoprom-2026, que se desarrolla en la ciudad de Kazán, el titular expresó: Cuba está totalmente bloqueada, la aislaron; øDe dónde provino el suministro de petróleo? Un buque de Rusia rompió el bloqueo; un segundo buque se está cargando en este momento. No dejaremos a los cubanos en apuros". | Con anterioridad, llegó a la mayor isla de las Antillas el petrolero ruso 'Anatoly Kolo…
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano anuncia decisión de indultar a más de 2 mil sancionados. cubadebate.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba.
(2026-04-03). Docentes universitarios de Irán emiten declaración de apoyo a la resistencia y cohesión nacional. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de profesores universitarios de Irán emitió una declaración pública para expresar su respaldo a la resistencia y la unidad nacional, al tiempo que manifestó su apoyo a las medidas de las Fuerzas Armadas iraníes frente a los ataques contra centros de investigación y científicos, atribuidos al régimen sionista y a Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). Irán ataca otro gigante tecnológico de EE.UU. radiohc.cu La Armada del Cuerpo de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica de Irán afirmó este jueves haber atacado los centros de datos de dos empresas estadounidenses. | Las acciones se llevaron a cabo contra las instalaciones de Oracle, en Dubái, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos, y Amazon, en Baréin. | El órgano militar aseveró el martes que comenzará a realizar ataques de represalia contra importantes empresas de EE.UU. a partir del 1 de abril, en respuesta a su agresión militar, y publicó una lista de sus próximos blancos. | La Guardia Revolucionaria iraní acusó a compañías de inteligencia artificial y de la tecnología de la i…
(2026-04-03). Raúl Castro Ruz felicitó a combatientes del Ejército Central. radiohc.cu 
El general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz envió una carta de felicitación a los combatientes del Ejército Central, leída a su nombre este jueves en la gala por el aniversario 65 de la fundación de ese cuerpo armado, celebrada en la occidental provincia cubana de Matanzas.Hoy, cuando la Patria está nuevamente amenazada, les ratifico mi confianza en que sabrán enfrentar cualquier agresión, convencidos en la victoria ª, reza la misiva. | Igualmente, destacó la fundación de esa institución por el Comandante de la Revolución Juan Almeida Bosque, el 4 de abril de 1961, al tiempo que reconoció el aporte de la misma a…
(2026-04-03). Irán ataca otro gigante tecnológico de EE.UU. radiohc.cu La Armada del Cuerpo de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica de Irán afirmó este jueves haber atacado los centros de datos de dos empresas estadounidenses. | Las acciones se llevaron a cabo contra las instalaciones de Oracle, en Dubái, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos, y Amazon, en Baréin. | El órgano militar aseveró el martes que comenzará a realizar ataques de represalia contra importantes empresas de EE.UU. a partir del 1 de abril, en respuesta a su agresión militar, y publicó una lista de sus próximos blancos. | La Guardia Revolucionaria iraní acusó a compañías de inteligencia artificial y de la tecnología de la i…
(2026-04-03). Detienen a presuntos implicados en triple homicidio en Villa Clara. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio del Interior en Villa Clara informó la detención de cinco ciudadanos presuntamente implicados en el asesinato de tres personas, residentes en Carretera a Sagua Km 1, entre Planta de Asfalto y callejón El Jardín, en Santa Clara. El Ministerio del Interior trabaja para consolidar las pruebas y determinar las circunstancias exactas de los hechos.
(2026-04-03). Estados Unidos: Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del Jefe de Estado Mayor del Ejército. cubadebate.cu El Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del general Randy George como jefe del Estado Mayor del Ejército estadounidense, en medio de la prolongación de la agresión norteamericana e israelí contra Irán. George pasa a retiro como el jefe de estado mayor número 41 del componente del Ejército de las fuerzas armadas de Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). Canciller de México Juan Ramón de la Fuente renuncia a su cargo por problemas de salud. cubadebate.cu El canciller de México, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, renunció este miércoles a su cargo por motivos de salud, informó el Gobierno federal. La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum dijo en un mensaje en redes sociales que la decisión responde a "razones de salud" y señaló que, una vez concluya su rehabilitación, el funcionario "se reincorporará" al Gobierno "en otra tarea".
(2026-04-03). México destina fondos para fomentar autosuficiencia alimentaria y creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID) oficializó recursos destinados a la Segunda Fase del proyecto 'Sembrando Vida' en la República de Cuba. Esta iniciativa forma parte de los acuerdos de colaboración entre el Gobierno de México y naciones caribeñas. El objetivo central es fomentar la autosuficiencia alimentaria y la creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de la isla,…
(2026-04-03). Canciller de México Juan Ramón de la Fuente renuncia a su cargo por problemas de salud. cubadebate.cu El canciller de México, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, renunció este miércoles a su cargo por motivos de salud, informó el Gobierno federal. La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum dijo en un mensaje en redes sociales que la decisión responde a "razones de salud" y señaló que, una vez concluya su rehabilitación, el funcionario "se reincorporará" al Gobierno "en otra tarea".
(2026-04-03). Raúl Castro Ruz felicitó a combatientes del Ejército Central. radiohc.cu El general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz envió una carta de felicitación a los combatientes del Ejército Central, leída a su nombre este jueves en la gala por el aniversario 65 de la fundación de ese cuerpo armado, celebrada en la occidental provincia cubana de Matanzas.Hoy, cuando la Patria está nuevamente amenazada, les ratifico mi confianza en que sabrán enfrentar cualquier agresión, convencidos en la victoria ª, reza la misiva. | Igualmente, destacó la fundación de esa institución por el Comandante de la Revolución Juan Almeida Bosque, el 4 de abril de 1961, al tiempo que reconoció el aporte de la misma a…
(2026-04-03). Docentes universitarios de Irán emiten declaración de apoyo a la resistencia y cohesión nacional. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de profesores universitarios de Irán emitió una declaración pública para expresar su respaldo a la resistencia y la unidad nacional, al tiempo que manifestó su apoyo a las medidas de las Fuerzas Armadas iraníes frente a los ataques contra centros de investigación y científicos, atribuidos al régimen sionista y a Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). Cuba pardons 2,010 prisoners in 'humanitarian' gesture amid US pressure. scmp.com Cuba's government announced on Thursday that it was pardoning 2,010 prisoners as a "humanitarian" gesture during Holy Week, after pledging in March to release dozens amid heightened US pressure on Havana. | The major announcement comes days after US President Donald Trump eased a de facto oil blockade of Cuba by allowing a Russian tanker to deliver crude to the fuel-starved island.
(2026-04-03). México destina fondos para fomentar autosuficiencia alimentaria y creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID) oficializó recursos destinados a la Segunda Fase del proyecto 'Sembrando Vida' en la República de Cuba. Esta iniciativa forma parte de los acuerdos de colaboración entre el Gobierno de México y naciones caribeñas. El objetivo central es fomentar la autosuficiencia alimentaria y la creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de la isla,…
(2026-04-03). Estados Unidos: Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del Jefe de Estado Mayor del Ejército. cubadebate.cu El Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del general Randy George como jefe del Estado Mayor del Ejército estadounidense, en medio de la prolongación de la agresión norteamericana e israelí contra Irán. George pasa a retiro como el jefe de estado mayor número 41 del componente del Ejército de las fuerzas armadas de Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-02). Selected Articles: Iran — A Failed Strategy and Economics of War. globalresearch.ca 
By Just a few hours ago, President Trump has announced he will shortly speak to the Nation about progress in Iran. What will he talk …
(2026-04-02). Trump Threatens to Take Iran 'Back to Stone Age.' Here's Why It May Backfire. w/ Foad Izadi. thealtworld.com The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has entered its second month, and despite repeated assassinations, attacks on infrastructure, and growing civilian casualties, Iran has not collapsed. | Meanwhile, Donald Trump is threatening to take Iran "back to the Stone Age," floating the seizure of oil infrastructure, Kharg Island, and even a military reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, all while claiming negotiations may be underway. | So what is actually happening inside Iran? Is Tehran looking for a way out, or preparing for a longer war? How is Iranian society responding to mounting destruction and civilian targeting? And what…
(2026-04-02). Hamas wants guarantees of Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks, sources say. al-monitor.com By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Ahmed ShalabyCAIRO, April 2 (Reuters) – Palestinian militant group Hamas has told mediators it will not discuss giving up arms without guarantees that Israel will fully quit Gaza as laid out in a disarmament plan from U.S. President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace", three sources told Reuters.Hamas' disarmament is a sticking point in talks to implement Trump's plan for the Palestinian enclave and cement an October ceasefire that halted two years of full-blown war.
(2026-04-02). From Gaza to Minab, the Same Story: Children Paying the Price of War. counterpunch.org 
Those who had the misfortune of growing up in a war zone require no explanation. War is hell, it is true—but for children, it is something else entirely: a confusing, disorienting fate that defies comprehension. There are children who live only briefly, experiencing whatever life manages to offer them: the love of parents, the camaraderie of siblings, the fragile joys and inevitable hardships of existence.
(2026-04-02). Trump Ousts Pam Bondi, Who Leaves Legacy of Epstein Cover-Up. truthout.org President Donald Trump announced that he has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, who leaves behind a legacy of obstructing the release of the Epstein files and protecting the alleged sex abusers named within them. "Pam Bondi is a Great American Patriot and a loyal friend, who faithfully served as my Attorney General over the past year," Trump said in a post on Truth Social on Thursday afternoon. |
(2026-04-02). Who Is Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's Acting President After the Abduction of President Maduro? orinocotribune.com Due to the illegal abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US military forces, power passed to the executive vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, who is currently serving as acting president in President Maduro's absence. | Some facts about Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: | She was born on May 18, 1969, in Caracas, daughter of Jorge Antonio Rodríguez, leader of the Revolutionary Left Movement and founder of the Marxist party Socialist League. | She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Central University of Venezuela, was a leader of the student movement, and specialized in labor law in Paris, France…
(2026-04-02). Iran fires 100+ missiles at Israeli and US targets as Araghchi warns escalation. hindustantimes.com Iran has unleashed one of its most intense barrages yet, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claiming over 100 missiles fired in the latest wave targeting Israeli cities and U.S. assets across the region. Strikes reportedly hit Tel Aviv, Gulf bases, and key military infrastructure, while Tehran frames the escalation as retaliation for attacks on civilian targets, including a pharmaceutical facility. As tensions spiral, Abbas Araghchi has warned of a "forceful" response, raising fears of a deeper and more dangerous phase in the conflict.
(2026-04-02). The US War on Iran is Illegal. Here's Why That Matters. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. and Israeli war has, from its very beginning, violated both U.S. domestic and international law. The legal consequences go beyond specific violations. Washington and Tel Aviv's breaches of the UN Charter and other legal frameworks also undermine the very foundations of the rule of law. Even while international legal institutions too often lack sufficient capacity
(2026-04-02). Iran digital repression surged amid war and protests: rights group. newarab.com 
Cyber threats against Iranians both in the country and abroad have surged during wars and protests over the past nine months, a rights group said Thursday. | Iranians had seen a "paradigm shift in digital repression" using a variety of techniques since July, the Miaan group said, adding that some activities bore clear signs of Tehran's involvement. | Miaan, which provides legal and technical support to rights campaigners in and outside Iran, said cyber threats referred to it in July-March jumped nearly 170 percent over the previous six months. | July-March covered the aftermath of last year's 12-day bombing campa…
(2026-04-02). Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran-U.S. Tensions. devdiscourse.com Oil prices skyrocketed on Thursday amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. U.S. oil prices surged more than 11%, while Brent oils saw an almost 8% increase. The spike in prices followed President Donald Trump's announcement of continued military operations against Iran, leading to fears of prolonged oil supply disruptions.
(2026-04-02). "Born in the U.S.A." : Supreme Court Appears Skeptical of Trump's Birthright Citizenship Ban. democracynow.org 
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday about President Donald Trump's attempt to abolish birthright citizenship, which is enshrined in the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Several justices seemed highly skeptical of the administration's arguments, though a final ruling is not expected for months. | "I think the oral arguments went really well for our side," says Aarti Kohli, the executive director of the Asian Law Caucus and co-counsel in the Supreme Court case.
(2026-04-02). Medical misogyny and endometriosis: Beyond the Simon Gordon scandal. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). Juneteenth as a Title V Holiday throughout California remains an ongoing challenge. indybay.org While Juneteenth became a a Title V Federal Holiday in June 2021, on many California municipalities Juneteenth 2026 has yet to be designated as a paid official holiday for all employees and residents to observe. | Choosing to align Juneteenth as a "paid holiday" is much more than an extra vacation day; it is a commitment to respect, equity, and civic integrity.
(2026-04-02). Italy restricts US military access as crisis deepens within NATO and Meloni government amid rising opposition. wsws.org Italy's denial of US base access rests on procedural objections, but fundamentally reflects overwhelming popular opposition to war and state repression.
(2026-04-02). The unspoken target of Trump's war on Iran—China. wsws.org While the immediate aim is the subordination of Iran and the Middle East to US imperialism, the war is viewed in Washington as essential preparation for conflict with China, regarded as the chief threat to US global domination.
(2026-04-02). Conservationists Win Another Battle in the Fight for Bitterroot Grizzly Bears. counterpunch.org 
On March 31, two Montana grassroots conservation groups, Alliance for the Wild Rockies and Native Ecosystems Council, prevailed in their lawsuit to stop a logging and road-building project on public lands in the Sapphire Mountains of the Bitterroot Valley because the government had pretended that grizzly bears were not present in that region. The facts
(2026-04-02). Sunday 4/12: The Hidden History of Zionism with Mya Shone. indybay.org Unitarian Universalists of San Francisco 1147 Franklin St. @ Geary San Francisco…
(2026-04-02). Video: "I've studied nuclear war for 15 years — you should be worried" globalresearch.ca Annie Jacobsen lays out a second-by-second timeline for how nuclear war could happen. | She also discusses time pressure, submarines, interceptor missiles, cyberattacks, and concentration of power. | . | . | . | * | Click the share button below to email/forward this article. …
(2026-04-02). Farage brands failed Reform candidates 'liars'. thecanary.co 
Reform are having an absolute nightmare in the runup to the local elections. As we've reported, they've been losing candidates left and right. If you think this means the party's vetting procedures aren't up to snuff, don't worry. According to Farage himself, the problem is many of the eager Reform members signing up are actually […] | By
(2026-04-02). As Right leaps to pressure Lewis, we must push Left. mronline.org 
Congratulations to Avi Lewis on his victory in the NDP leadership race.
(2026-04-02). 4 trapped in north China coal mine accident. ecns.cn TAIYUAN, April 2 ⚪ Four people were trapped in a coal mine accident late Wednesday in north Chinas Shanxi Province, according to local authorities.
(2026-04-02). Looming Aviation Fuel Shortages. wattsupwiththat.com Little wonder, when oil refineries are punished with carbon taxes, electric car mandates and the Net Zero energy transition.
(2026-04-02). Legal groups condemn arrival of a dozen deportees from US to Uganda. aljazeera.com Advocates in Uganda described the deportation as an act of 'transnational repression' and pledged to fight the process.
(2026-04-02). China completes key Yangtze River tunnel section for major high-speed rail line. ecns.cn China has completed a key underwater section of a high-speed rail tunnel beneath the Yangtze River, marking a major step forward in the construction of a 2,100-km east-west rail corridor.
(2026-04-02). Trump's National Address Threw Pakistan Into A Dilemma Entirely Of Its Own Making. thealtworld.com It should in hindsight have never committed itself to defend Saudi Arabia nor involved itself in mediating with Iran. | Trump declared during his
(2026-04-02). WHYY Presents: Dying on the Inside: Women Lifers at Muncy Prison. whyy.org WHYY presents Dying on the Inside: Podcast launch and panel on aging behind bars. Hear women lifers' stories and explore justice, care, and second chances.
(2026-04-02). Penn Ordered To Comply With Trump Administration's Demand For 'List Of Jews'. newsone.com 
Source: SOPA Images / Getty | The Trump administration hasn't had a lot of luck with federal judges as of late, but it got one to rule in its favor regarding allegations of on-campus antisemitism at colleges — for which the administration, apparently, needs to solicit potential victims that may or may not exist. | According to
(2026-04-02). CAAT condemns conviction of peaceful protest organisers as part of ongoing assault on civil liberties. thecanary.co 
Campaign Against Arms Trade (CAAT) has spoken out following the conviction of Palestine Solidarity Campaign director Ben Jamal and Stop the War Coalition vice-chair Chris Nineham. They were convicted on 1 April of public order offences at Westminster magistrates court. The charges related to a peaceful protest in January. Additionally, district judge Daniel Sternberg convicted Jamal […] | By
(2026-04-02). Strikes on Iran's civilian infrastructure compound aid needs in Middle East: UN agencies. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 1 ⚪ Strikes across Iran hit civilian infrastructure, compounding relief needs as Middle East aid workers struggle with access constraints, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-02). Was Kataib Hezbollah behind kidnapping US journalist Shelly Kittleson in Iraq. albawaba.net 
ALBAWABA – American journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted Tuesday in Baghdad, Iraqi authorities announced, adding that security forces are investigating the incident and trying to track down the kidnappers.Two Iraqi security officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that two cars were involved in the kidnapping, and that one of them crashed while being pursued near the town of al-Haswa in Babil province, southwest of Baghdad, according to the Associated Press.They added that "the journalist was transferred to a second car that fled the scene." They indicated that "she was kidnapped on Saadoun Street…
(2026-04-02). Tiger Woods declines 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy; can leave US for treatment. aljazeera.com The 15-time major winner will focus on health following his car crash and subsequent DUI arrest on Friday.
(2026-04-02). Iran hangs 18-year-old over protests in latest wartime execution. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities Thursday executed a teenager convicted over January protests after a fast-track trial rights groups labelled as "grossly unfair", as the Islamic republic ramps up executions Amir Hossein Hatami, 18, was sentenced to death in February along with six others by a Tehran revolutionary court and was hanged at dawn in the notorious Ghezel Hesar prison outside the capital, according to Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights. | The Iranian judiciary's Mizan Online website said he acted "against national s…
(2026-04-02). Viral poll shows the most antisemitic party, and it's not the Greens. thecanary.co 
A poll from YouGov has shown the attitudes that Britons have towards Jewish people and Israel. Given the manufactured furore in the British media, you could be forgiven for thinking that the Green Party was exposed as being a hotbed of antisemitism. Instead: Uncomfortable figures The above was put together by commenter Cez using YouGov […] | By
(2026-04-02). Emirati entrepreneur upset that TIME magazine criticised UAE. thecanary.co 
Emirati entrepreneur Omar Al Busaidy expressed disappointment with TIME magazine for publishing an article on April 1, 2026, titled "How the Iran War cracked Dubai's liberal facade." Al Busaidy tweeted: "Very disappointing from you guys, after all the support you got from the UAE , never expected something like this." Very disappointing from you guys, […] | By
(2026-04-02). Trump admits US prioritises pointless wars over healthcare. thecanary.co 
On Wednesday 1 April, Donald Trump delivered one of the worst speeches of his career — and this was no April Fool's. The White House has removed this video from their social media channels. But not before we could post it. t.co/arlnXPVhc2 — Headquarters (@HQNewsNow) April 2, 2026 The above is really just the tip […] | By
(2026-04-02). U.S., Israel isolated as U.N. passes historic reparations resolution. workers.org President John Mahama of Ghana speaks at U.N. in 2025. On March 25, the United Nations General Assembly — with 123 yes votes, three no votes and 52 abstentions — passed a historic resolution presented by John Mahama, the president of Ghana, to officially characterize the enslavement of millions of . . . |
(2026-04-02). Working people oppose corporate railroad merger. workers.org 
Rail workers and small family farmers are united in opposition to the proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS). The idea was first proposed by UP-NS bosses and capitalist shareholders in July 2025. The merger would combine the two major railroad companies, which span tracks . . . |
(2026-04-02). Trump attacks citizenship and voting rights. wsws.org The would-be dictator in the White House seeks to strip millions of their citizenship and rig the 2026 elections.
(2026-04-02). Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling against life sentences. workers.org 
Philadelphia — On March 26 the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's ruling in Commonwealth v. Derek Lee found mandatory life without parole for felony murder to be an unconstitutional punishment. This decision could lead to the largest resentencing in the state's history. The justices determined that Lee's life without parole sentence, which . . . |
(2026-04-02). 'New Oriental Express' tourist train to debut in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Two newly built "New Oriental Express" tourist trains are nearly ready in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and are scheduled to make their maiden journey on April 23.
(2026-04-02). Massive earthquake of 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia, one killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A massive earthquake of 7.4 magnitude on the Richter scale struck Indonesia early Thursday at 06: 48 local time, triggering tsunami warnings across the region. | However later the tsunami warning was lifted. "Based on all available data… the tsunami threat from this earthquake has now passed," the website quoted the Hawaii-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. | The earthquake's epicentre was about 120 km (74.5 miles) from Ternate, a city of over 205,000 people. According to the US Geological Survey, the tremor—first estimated at magnitude 7.8—struck the Molucca Sea in central Indones…
(2026-04-02). IRGC Launches Massive Strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa in Wave 91. english.almanar.com.lb The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced the commencement of heavy missile attacks as part of Wave 91 of Operation True Promise 4, targeting the heart of Tel Aviv and Haifa. According to a statement released by the IRGC late Thursday, the strikes have forced 5 million Israeli settlers to seek shelter in underground …
(2026-04-02). These maps show exactly where the West might burn this summer. grist.org 
Every state in the West is expected to face an above-normal threat of wildfire this summer, according to The government-run center publishes monthly reports predicting fire risk for the four months ahead, and the change since the March outlook is staggering. The agency denotes elevated risk in red on its maps, and the June forecast from March 2 showed a small swath of rouge in the Southwest. But, citing an ongoing snow droug…
(2026-04-02). Israel's Knesset look to "collectively criminalise" Palestinians with death penalty. thecanary.co 
Israel's Knesset is about to have a second reading of an appalling, and underreported, death penalty bill. This murderous bill will be exclusive to Palestinians, yep, only Palestinians. Due to its criminal dilution of legal norms, it could give authorities a carte blanche to execute thousands of imprisoned Palestinians detained by Israel since October 7. […] | By
(2026-04-02). American war strategy and the need for independence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). Cargo throughput via Three Gorges Dam reaches 2.3 bln metric tons by end of March. ecns.cn As of the end of March, the dual-channel five-tier ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam have handled 1.104 million vessel transits, letting through a cargo volume of 2.37 billion metric tons.
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(2026-04-02). Cienfuegos: Alegres fiestas celebran niños y jóvenes por aniversarios de la fundación de sus organizaciones. radiohc.cu 
Con alegría los niños y jóvenes de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos participan en múltiples actividades para conmemorar el 4 de abril, aniversarios 64 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas (UJC) y 65 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí. | Estas significativas actividades continuarán desarrollándose hasta el 19 de abril, 65 Aniversario de la de la Victoria de Playa Girón y la Proclamación del carácter Socialista de nuestra Revolución. Anisley Cordero González | Los ocho municipios del centro y sur del país realizan acciones para los diversos sectores de la sociedad, informa Anisley Cordero González, Primera Sec…
(2026-04-02). Roberto De Zerbi Takes the Helm: A New Era for Tottenham. devdiscourse.com Roberto De Zerbi has officially taken on the role of manager for Tottenham Hotspur, vowing to remain in charge next season regardless of results. The decision comes as part of his long-term commitment to the team, which he described as the biggest challenge of his career.