(2026-03-16). Gaza Tribunal says Labour complicit in Israel's genocide and desecration of international law. thecanary.co 
The Gaza Tribunal have published their damning report today into British complicity in Israel's genocide on Gaza. Independent MP Jeremy Corbyn convened the Gaza Tribunal in September with two international law specialists. The tribunal heard testimony from lawyers, medical professionals, former Foreign Office officials, and Palestinians as it worked to determine the scale of the […] | By
(2026-03-16). Israeli forces kill 16 more in Gaza, occupied West Bank. dawn.com Mustafa, who survived a gun attack by Israeli forces, is comforted at the funeral of his family.—AFP | CAIRO: In a killing spree, Israeli forces shot dead 16 Palestinians, including two two children and their parents in the occupied West Bank and a man, his pregnant wife and their son in Gaza Strip, health officials said. | This was one of the heaviest death tolls in a single day in recent weeks, as Israel continued to Medics and the interior ministry of the H…
(2026-03-16). Iran Mulls Allowing Tankers Through Strait Of Hormuz If Trade In Yuan. popularresistance.org Iran is considering allowing a "limited number" of oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on the condition that the oil cargo is traded in Chinese yuan, CNN reported on 14 March. | A senior Iranian official told the US news outlet that Tehran is working on a new plan to manage tanker traffic through the strategic waterway on Iran's southern coast. | Iran has effectively sealed off the strait, allowing only its own and Chinese ships to pass. Before the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran on 28 February, at least 20 percent of the world's oil flowed through it.
talkingpointsmemo.com (2026-03-16). Desperate Trump Begs For Help to Escape Iran Fiasco
The foolery reached new heights over the weekend as President Trump veritably begged other nations, including rival China, to rescue him from his self-own in the Strait of Hormuz.
In social media posts and news interviews, the president concocted new and implausible rationales on the fly for why other nations owed it to him to pitch in to thwart Iran's stranglehold on the vital shipping channel.
(2026-03-16). Reactions to Trump's call for help to secure Strait of Hormuz. geo.tv 
UK PM Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump and Australian PM Anthony Albanese. — Reuters/FileUS President Donald Trump called on allies over the weekend to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as Iranian forces continue attacks on the vital waterway amid…
(2026-03-16). PM Shehbaz says govt prepared to face any situation amid global tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that the government was prepared to face any situation arising from the ongoing global tensions following the United States and Israel's attacks on Iran. | The meeting was held in the wake of the recent crisis triggered by disruptions in oil supply following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Last week, to cope with the situation, PM Shehbaz announced a four-day work week and a work-from-home policy as part of wide-ranging austerity measures. | The prime minister chaired a review meeting today regarding the enforcement of austerity and relief measures, as well as…
(2026-03-16). Iran defiant as strikes hit Gulf transport, energy hubs. tribune.com.pk 
Iran said it was ready to take the Middle East war "as far as necessary" as it launched strikes across the region on Monday, while United States President Donald Trump piled pressure on world powers to help reopen a shipping lane choked off by the Islamic Republic of Iran. | Global oil prices have surged by 40%-50% as Iran has attacked shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and launched waves of strikes in the Gulf, in retaliation for the war launched against it by the US and Israel. | Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Monday they had targeted Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, as well as military bases us…
(2026-03-16). 'Expel US, Israel Envoys': Iran sets condition for Strait of Hormuz passage. ummid.com Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Tuesday March 10, 2026 asked Arab and European countries to expel the U.S. and Israeli ambassadors if they want safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-03-16). Oil rises as focus returns to threats on Middle East export facilities. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices rose on Monday as investor focus returned to threats facing Middle East oil facilities, despite US President Donald Trump's call for nations to help safeguard the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global energy shipments. | Brent crude futures climbed $1.27, or 1.2%, to $104.41 a barrel by 0400 GMT, after settling up $2.68 on Friday. US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 54 cents, or 0.6%, at $99.25 a barrel, after settling up nearly $3 in the previous session. | Read: Trump says US in contact with Iran but doubts Tehran ready for serious talks | Both contracts have s…
(2026-03-16). Trump administration working on global Naval coalition for Hormuz. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In order to safeguard commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important maritime trade routes in the world, the United States is attempting to form a multinational coalition.The Wall Street Journal reports that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to declare this week that a number of nations have decided to join a coalition that would protect ships passing through the vital waterway.According to U.S. sources, the alliance would use naval troops from many nations to accompany ships as they crossed the strait. Whether the operation would start during the on…
news24online.com (2026-03-16). US to launch another war amid West Asia conflict? Trump has been on a warpath in his second term, launching attacks against as many as eight countries, invading Venezuela, and launching a major war against Iran. According to reports, Trump may now have a new target on his radar– the tiny island nation of Cuba…
(2026-03-16). Iran FM says ready to take war with Israel, US 'as far as' necessary. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Monday that Tehran had shown it was ready to take the war with Israel and the United States as far as necessary. | "I think by now they have learned a good lesson and understood what kind of nation they are dealing with, one that does not hesitate to defend itself and is ready to continue the war wherever it may lead, and take it as far as necessary," said Araghchi during a weekly foreign ministry briefing. | Strait of Hormuz cannot be used to strike Iran: Esmaeil Baghaei | Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday said the Strait of Hormuz wi…
(2026-03-16). How many countries have pushed back on Trump's Hormuz ship demand? tribune.com.pk 
Five countries have so far rejected, resisted or declined to commit to US President Donald Trump's demand that allies send ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting growing international caution over a proposed naval effort in one of the world's most sensitive oil corridors. | Al Jazeera reported a muted global response to Washington's appeal, while Reuters said allies had reacted cautiously rather than rallying behind the plan. | "I'm demanding that these countries come in and protect their own territory because it is their territory," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One. | Trump said his…
(2026-03-16). History of Naval Warfare. From Gallipoli to the Strait of Hormuz: From the Mine and Barrel Duo to the UCAV and Missile Duo 111 Years Apart. globalresearch.ca The history of naval warfare is often told through the success stories of the great navies that ruled the seas.
(2026-03-16). Netanyahu's Potential Death Leaves White House in "Panic Mode" globalresearch.ca Trump pushing allies on Strait of Hormuz, except the US has no more allies. The US has a few countries which want America's money — but allies?
(2026-03-16). Trump seeks global backing to reopen Strait of Hormuz. dawn.com WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has escalated his "If there's no response or if it's a negative response, I think it will be very bad for the future of NATO," Trump declared in an interview with the Financial Times on Sunday. | Trump also said that he could delay his
(2026-03-16). Indian foreign minister hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz, FT reports. tribune.com.pk 
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar hailed direct talks with Iran as the most effective way to restart shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, in an interview with the Financial Times published on Sunday. | US President Donald Trump on Saturday called on nations to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for shipping as Iranian forces respond to US and Israeli attacks on Iran. | Trump, in a post on his Truth Social platform, said he hoped China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others would send ships to help protect the vital, narrow passage through which about a fifth of global oil…
(2026-03-16). UK's Starmer resists being drawn into wider Iran war, offers help on strait. tribune.com.pk 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that Britain would not be drawn into a wider war with Iran but would work with allies on a "viable collective plan" to reopen the key Strait of Hormuz, though he acknowledged the task would not be simple. | United States President Donald Trump has heavily criticised Starmer for not initially supporting US-Israeli strikes on Tehran and said at the weekend that Britain, China, France, Japan and South Korea should send warships to the region to reopen the waterway. | Starmer told a press conference that reopening the strait was the only way to stabilise energy ma…
(2026-03-16). 4 ways US Israel war against Iran will change the world. ummid.com As the smoke clears over the ruins of Tel Aviv and the burning tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, a historical irony is emerging: The US-Israel war against Iran intended to cement American dominance may instead be the moment the United States loses its status as the world's sole superpower.
(2026-03-16). India receives gas delivery via Strait of Hormuz, despite Modi belligerence. thecanary.co 
Two tankers carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) have been transported from Iran's Strait of Hormuz to India. Bloomberg reported that the tankers would be: providing some relief to acute shortages as the war in the Persian Gulf disrupts supply of the cooking fuel. But, this delivery is quite a surprise given that the US-Israel attack […] | By
(2026-03-16). Existential Attrition: Iran's Closure of the Strait of Hormuz. counterpunch.org 
"The geopolitical genie is out of the bottle: by capitalizing on geography to disrupt global trade, countries can strengthen their strategic position at relatively low cost." — Alex Mills, The Atlantic Council, March 12, 2026 With each day of glorified actions against Iran, with each cloudy press session claiming supreme success through sheer force, the
(2026-03-16). US Israel War Against Iran: Glaring Cost Difference. ummid.com The ongoing US and Israeli war against Iran and the latter's retaliatory strikes have once again demonstrated the mathematics of modern air defence.
(2026-03-16). US-Israel-Iran War LIVE UPDATES: Massive fire near Dubai airport after Iranian drone attack, flight operations suspended. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Middle East plunged into unprecedented chaos after the US and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran last month resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and sparking a war. | In response to which, Iran launched a series of retaliatory attacks on Israel and US military bases in the Gulf countries.
(2026-03-16). Pentagon doing its best to hide destructions caused by Iran. ummid.com Iran's retaliatory attacks on the American bases and assets in the Middle East have inflicted huge material and human losses, but Pentagon is trying its best to hide.
(2026-03-16). Israel conducts 7,600+ strikes on Iran in 13 days, Iran fires hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel. longwarjournal.org Israel executed more than 7,600 strikes on Iran by March 13, targeting nuclear-linked facilities, missile launchers, drone infrastructure, and military sites, according to the Israel Defense Forces. Israel continues conducting roughly 150—200 strikes per day as Iran continues launching ballistic missiles and drones toward Israel and the Gulf countries.
(2026-03-16). Trump, the Dying Multinational Order and the Global South. counterpunch.org 
In the second year of Donald Trump's second term, beginning with the kidnaping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 2, 2026, followed by the war of choice he has waged against Iran alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the U.S. president has continued his demolition of the 80-year-old global order set up by Washington in the aftermath of the Second World War.
(2026-03-16). Iran FM calls for 'prompt clarification' over reports of neighbours 'actively encouraging US slaughter'. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi demanded immediate clarity on Monday over what he said were reports of neighbouring countries "actively encouraging" attacks by the United States on his country. | In a post on X, he said: "Hundreds of Iranian civilians have been killed in Israel-US bombings, including over 200 children. | "Reports claim that some neighbouring states which host US forces and permit attacks on Iran are also actively encouraging this slaughter. Stances should be promptly clarified." | Hundreds of Iranian civilians have been killed in Israel-U.S. bombings, including over 200 children. | Rep…
(2026-03-16). FM Dar stresses need to promote peace, stability in region in meeting with US envoy. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday stressed the need to promote peace and stability in the region during a meeting with United States Acting Chargé d'Affaires Zachary Harkenrider as the conflict in the Middle East drags on. | Since the start of the war between the US, Israel, and Iran, Pakistan's leadership has stepped up diplomatic efforts to help de-escalate tensions. Last week, Dar held telephonic conversations with his counterparts from several Gulf states and other countries, stressing the importance of de-escalation and emphasising the need to pursue dialogue and diplom…
(2026-03-16). Putin Brokering Peace. Measures for Peaceful Settlement of U.S.-Israeli Conflict with Iran? globalresearch.ca United States is back, enforcing military power jointly with Israel. | In front of the global audience, word combinations and special phrases were raised in support for the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Arab world. An undeniable military action, killing …
(2026-03-16). Iran warns other nations to stay away as US looks to expand war. dawn.com ⚪ PEOPLE clear debris from homes damaged by US-Israel bombing in Tehran.—AFP | • Trump asks allies to send ships to protect Hormuz shipping | • Tehran turns down any chance of negotiations after US president says he's not ready for a deal | • Araghchi claims 'ample evidence' that bases across Gulf being used to target his country | • Larijani warns '9/11-style' incident may be staged, blamed on Iran | • US base in Baghdad, Italian facility in Kuwait come under attack | • Hamas official among 850 ki…
(2026-03-16). 'I am dead for…': Netanyahu mocks death rumors as he reappears during surprise coffee run | Israel. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has appeared in his first video after viral rumors claimed he had been killed amid the escalating Iran—Israel war. Speaking casually during a coffee stop, Netanyahu dismissed the conspiracy theories, joking that he was "dead for coffee" while thanking Israelis for their support during the conflict. The video comes after days of speculation triggered by Netanyahu's absence from key security meetings and threats from Iranian officials.
(2026-03-16). Collapse of Global Trust in Western Diplomacy. ummid.com The unfolding war against Iran — driven, in the view of many observers, by the strategic calculations of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has become a defining moment in the collapse of global trust in Western diplomacy.
(2026-03-16). 'Missile for Epstein Victims': Iran Sets New War Narrative. ummid.com In a personal blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, Iran is now launching missiles on Israeli capital Tel Aviv and American bases in Gulf countries that are written with a message sympathizing victims of Jeffry Epstein.
(2026-03-16). The balance of two weeks in the Iran War. uwidata.com Panic in Washington and Tel Aviv We are witnessing that the US and Israel have failed to achieve the objectives they had initially set at the beginning of this war. This setback has also generated a palpable sense of panic both in Washington and Tel Aviv. In many ways, this is understandable, because while they …
(2026-03-16). How Might The US-Israeli War On Iran Fail? popularresistance.org What was framed as a swift and definitive strike against Iran is fast becoming something far more unpredictable and potentially more dangerous. The expanding U.S.—Israeli war on Iran was sold, implicitly or explicitly, as a decisive blow: a campaign that topple the regime, trigger mass protests, fracture the Iranian state, and reassert U.S.—Israeli dominance across the region. Beyond the assassination of the country's Supreme Leader and an unknown number of Iranian military and political officials, U.S.-Israeli bombardment has killed over 1300 Iranian civilians, injured upwards of 10,000 more, and dam…
(2026-03-16). Tens of thousands protest against Iran war as Met claims repression works. thecanary.co 
The Met Police has issued a statement praising itself for its decision to ban today's London march against the Iran war. The force allied with the Israel lobby to ban the annual Al Quds Day march and limit it to a 'static rally'. Then it boasted how great its decision had been because its repression […] | By
(2026-03-16). The Iran War — The Most Obvious Question Liberal Media Refuses to Ask. counterpunch.org 
Doubtless, the war launched by US President Donald Trump is not popular among ordinary Americans. According to the latest public opinion poll, only a minority of Americans—part of the dwindling core of Trump's supporters—believe that the US-Israeli aggression against Iran has merit. According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted in early March 2026, only 27 percent
(2026-03-16). Video: Donald Trump's Announces War on Iran, Contemplates Boots on the Ground. globalresearch.ca President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" in Iran by the United States and Israel on Saturday, aimed at "eliminating eminent threats from the Iranian regime." | "For 47 years, the Iranian regime has chanted 'Death to America' and waged an …
(2026-03-16). Iran's 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' Models. ummid.com As US-Israel versus Iran conflict intensifies, Iran's decentralised 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' layered leadership models ensure military operations persist despite leadership losses.
(2026-03-16). WATCH: CN Live! — 'The View From Tehran'. scheerpost.com Sayed Mohammad Marandi speaks to CN Live! from the Iranian capital under fire from a barbaric U.S. and Israeli aggression rooted in profound ignorance of the country they seek to conquer. Guest: Sayed Mohammad Marandi. Interviewer: Joe Lauria. Producer: Cathy Vogan For two weeks, Iran has been under relentless bombardment from the U.S. and Israel in a barbaric war of aggression …
(2026-03-16). Iran's explosive claim revealed: Israel plotting '9/11-style' terror attack in US to frame Tehran. hindustantimes.com Iran has accused Israel of planning a "false flag" operation to escalate the ongoing Middle East conflict. Ali Larijani alleged that Israel could stage a major terror-style incident on U.S. soil and blame Tehran in order to justify further military action. Iranian officials also claimed that Washington and Tel Aviv may have reverse-engineered the Shahed‚Äë136 drone to conduct attacks across the Gulf region under a different name, accusing them of trying to frame Iran for strikes in countries such as Turkey, Kuwait, and Iraq.
(2026-03-16). Pakistan has petrol for 27 days and diesel reserves for 21 days, Senate panel informed. tribune.com.pk 
Petroleum Secretary Hamed Yaqoob Sheikh said on Monday that the country currently has petrol stocks for 27 days and diesel reserves sufficient for 21 days amid a global supply crunch brought on by the Mideast crisis. | Earlier this month, the government sharply increased diesel and petrol prices by Rs55 per litre or 20% — due to the ongoing US-Israel and Iran war, which has disrupted supply chains and pushed crude oil prices to two years' highest level. The increase in petrol prices was more than the surge in the international market, as the government chose to collect more than required money from motor…
(2026-03-16). Imperial Decline in the Straits of Hormuz. counterpunch.org 
Just as Egypt snatched a diplomatic victory from the jaws of military defeat in 1956 by shutting the Suez Canal, so Iran has now closed off the Middle East's other critical choke point by firing its Shahed drones at five freighters in the Straits of Hormuz (through which 20% of global crude oil and natural gas regularly passes) and at petroleum refineries on the southern shore of the Persian Gulf. Iran's drone strikes have blocked more than 90% of tanker departures from the Persian Gulf and shut down the massive Qatari refineries that produce 20% of the world supply of Liquified Natural Gas, sending natural gas p…
(2026-03-16). Missile provocations against Türkiye: The US wants to draw Türkiye into a war against Iran. uwidata.com 
UWI author and political scientist Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan was guest on the live broadcast of Azerbaijan-based Anewz TV. Gàºzaltan answered questions regarding the missile attacks on Türkiye. To talk about Türkiye's response to missiles in Turkish airspace and what this could mean for the wider region, I'm joined now by Onur Guzaltan, a political scientist. …
(2026-03-16). Iran wants 'serious review' of Gulf ties, denies role in Saudi oil attacks. geo.tv 
Iranian ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, speaks to Reuters during an interview in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 12, 2026. — Reuters Iran wants "serious review" of Gulf ties, says ambassador to Riyadh.Alireza Enayati did not say who had carried out attacks in…
(2026-03-16). Trump Attacks Iran's Oil Terminal on Kharg Island. "U.S. Troops to West Asia" ? Suicide Mission. globalresearch.ca President Trump and his War Department confront a quandary. The effort to topple the government of Iran and destroy its ability to protect itself has stalled. | It is common knowledge airstrikes alone are unable to accomplish the goal of unseating …
(2026-03-16). Dem in Maine House Primary Funneled PAC Money to Republicans. theintercept.com "Jordan Wood was not a CD2 resident until very recently, and I personally look sideways at someone who moves into a district in order to run."
(2026-03-16). Water Has Emerged as a Central Geopolitical Risk. globalresearch.ca The Munich Security Conference hosted a high-level event emphasizing water's essential role in international cooperation, infrastructure investment, climate resilience, and peacebuilding.
(2026-03-16). Nelson Mandela Bay increases ward councillor discretionary fund. sanews.gov.za Nelson Mandela Bay increases ward councillor discretionary fund | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has increased the Ward Councillor Discretionary Allowance from R100 000 to R150 000 per ward councillor, raising the total annual allocation from R6 million to R9 million per financial year. ⚪ The allowance increase was approved during a recent full council meeting. ⚪ The Ward Councillor Discretionary Allowance, also referred to as the Ward Councillor Discretionary Fund, is a limited municipal allocation intended to assist councillors in responding to urgent community needs and small-scale social support initia…
(2026-03-16). PSX tumbles over 4,600 points in pre-Eid sell-off. tribune.com.pk 
In a typically subdued pre-Eid trading environment, the KSE-100 index witnessed a sharply negative session, reflecting cautious investor participation and thin trading volumes. The benchmark index experienced significant volatility during the day, swinging between an intraday high of 153,943.70 and a low of 148,747.72. | Persistent selling pressure throughout the session eventually dragged the market lower, with the index closing at 149,178.66, registering a decline of 4,687.51 points or 3.05% | Sentiment was further dampened by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East — particularly concerns o…
(2026-03-16). Netanyahu shares video showing his fingers to dismiss assassination claims. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Following reports on social media that he had been slain, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu broadcast a video on Sunday.Speaking to the person filming him, Netanyahu addressed the rumors head-on in the video, making light of the rumors spreading online that he had passed away. In response to allegations that the tape was not legitimate, he lifted his hand during the conversation and asked the cameraman if he wanted to count his fingers.On social media sites like Facebook and X, the suspicions spread, with some people claiming that artificial intelligence was used to create the movie. Users used…
(2026-03-16). Is the world heating up faster than we thought? grist.org For years, scientists have been
(2026-03-16). How the Israeli Tail Wags the American Dog. portside.org How the Israeli Tail Wags the American Dog |
(2026-03-16). Oscars 2026: Javier Bardem calls for 'no to war' on stage with Priyanka Chopra. tribune.com.pk 
Priyanka Chopra recently made an appearance at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, alongside her husband, Nick Jonas. She stepped on stage to present the Best International Feature Film award at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. | View this post on Instagram | The Indian actor was joined by Spanish star Javier Bardem, after being introduced by Conan O'Brien, the host of the evening. | As the duo welcomed the attendees, Bardem delivered a powerful appeal for peace, saying, "No to war and Free Palestine", a remark that drew applause from the audience. | Chopra stood beside him smiling, without saying a word. He…
(2026-03-16). The attack on Kharg: a tactical test in strategic planning. strategic-culture.su Can the U.S. afford to pay for Israel's war for so long? | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Strategic Review | In the final days of…
(2026-03-16). Dr Iqbal Survé's Insights on the Future of BRICS. infobrics.org Sekunjalo Group Chairman Dr Iqbal Survé launch of his new book titled A Shared Future for Humanity, to weigh in on geopolitics and the future of the BRICS bloc of countries…
(2026-03-16). When New Guards Readied to Lead Nepal. ummid.com When most of the veterans and their parties failed to impress the electorates of Nepal in the recently conducted single day polling on 5 March 2026, a relatively new party and young leaders earned mandates in the Himalayan republic.
(2026-03-16). From Coal to Community: The Bishrampur Transformation. devdiscourse.com Bishrampur, once a thriving coal mine, now serves as a beacon of transformation in central India. The site, which yielded over 38.7 million tons of coal before depleting in 2018, has been repurposed into a tourism destination. This transformation offers sustainable livelihood options for the local community.
(2026-03-16). Quds Day Participants Call for an End to War with Iran. indybay.org For the past 46 years, on the last Friday of the Islamic Holy month of Ramadan people around the world have taken to the streets to stand for justice in support of Palestinians and all oppressed people across the globe. International Quds Day (Jerusalem Day) is a day of solidarity and unity against "imperialist and Zionist war and aggression in Palestine, Iran, Lebanon, and beyond by uplifting the people's right to liberation, sovereignty, and self-determination."
(2026-03-16). India's obsession with Civil Services is killing innovation. ummid.com In the long run, a nation that values its innovators as much as its administrators will stand a far better chance of building the technological future it hopes to lead.
(2026-03-16). Trump accuses Iran of using AI to spread disinformation. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Sunday accused Iran of using artificial intelligence as a "disinformation weapon" to misrepresent its wartime successes and support. | "AI can be very dangerous, we have to be very careful with it," Trump said to reporters on Air Force One shortly after he made a post on his Truth Social platform where he accused Western media outlets, without evidence, of "close coordination" with Iran to spread AI-generated "fake news." | The comments come amid renewed tensions between the Federal Communications Commission and broadcasters after Tru…
(2026-03-16). Report: 50 Minnesota school districts still using 'seclusion' rooms. mronline.org 
Report also reveals racial disparities.
(2026-03-16). India's five key states to elect new assemblies in April 2026. ummid.com The Election Commission of India (ECI) Sunday March 15, 2026 announced the election schedule of India's five key states namely — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
(2026-03-16). Child abuse cases in Pakistan rise 8% to 3,630 in 2025: Sahil. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-16). Hypocritical DWP screens disabled people out of its recruitment process. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been accused of using a screening process which filters out applicants with any health problems. The Disability News Service (DNS) reported that the DWP is using a private sector employment health screening service once they've offered someone a job. The service consists of a seven-page long questionnaire, […] | By
(2026-03-16). Thursday 3/19: Tell Target to STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-03-16). Pentagon and Anduril sign $20 billion weapons contract. infobrics.org Media reports from January 2025 suggested that Anduril will build "a weapons megafactory, Arsenal-1, in Columbus, Ohio – which could 'go hot' as soon as July 2026". The facility will span nearly half a square kilometer and will be built near the Rickenbacker International Airport. This suggests that the Pentagon plans a massive expansion in militarized AI platforms.
(2026-03-16). Costly and Depleting: The Growing Problems of "Operation Epic Fury" globalresearch.ca The Middle East, where US President Donald Trump promised the "forever wars" would end, promises an end to his beginning.
(2026-03-16). Oscars stars say no to war and back calls for Palestinian liberation. thecanary.co 
The Oscars 2026 saw the acting elite from across the Western world come together to celebrate another year in cinema. Presented by Conan O'Brien, the event was the usual display of glitz and glam as some of the most privileged people in the world came together. However, like previous years, some actors and actresses showed […] | By
(2026-03-16). SA turning the tide against slow growth. sanews.gov.za SA turning the tide against slow growth | South Africa is finally turning the corner on slow growth. | Thanks to government's pro-growth reformist agenda, green shoots are emerging in nearly all key sectors of the economy, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said on Monday. ⚪ "Consistent energy supply, and an improved transport and logistics environment, including the drop in inflation to 3.5% recorded early this year, have had a positive knock-on effect on key sectors of the economy. ⚪ Mining and Agriculture have both shown strong growth — factors which bode well for sustained growth," Ta…
(2026-03-16). Drone strike sparks fire at Dubai international airport, halting flights. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A suspected drone strike ignited a fire near a fuel storage area at Dubai International Airport early Monday, forcing the temporary suspension of all flight operations at one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.Authorities and civil defense officials said emergency crews quickly brought the blaze under control after flames were seen rising near airport infrastructure. No casualties were immediately reported, but passengers were evacuated and flights were halted.The disruption comes amid a widening wave of drone and missile attacks across the Gulf following the escalation of hostilities between the Unit…
(2026-03-16). Top five moments from the Oscars. tribune.com.pk 
This year's Oscars saw "One Battle After Another" cap its outstanding awards season by taking home the night's top prize for best picture, as "Sinners" also won big. | It was a particularly competitive night rife with impressive performances, quippy one-liners, high fashion on the red carpet and tearful acceptance speeches. | Here's a rundown of the night's highlights: | Musical moments… and a rare tie | The night's first musical number recreated an extraordinary scene from vampire horror flick "Sinners," a montage that traces the history of Black music from West Africa to the Delta Blues to hip-hop. | Actor…
(2026-03-16). Limpopo government assisting communities affected by floods. sanews.gov.za Limpopo government assisting communities affected by floods | The Limpopo Provincial Government has assured residents that it is fully prepared to assist communities affected by flooding, which has caused widespread damage to roads and infrastructure in parts of the Waterberg, Vhembe and Mopani districts. | The Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure has dispatched engineers to assess the extent of the damage in the affected areas. | The damaged road infrastructure includes the D972 outside Vaalwater and the D192 in Mokgalakwena in the Waterberg District; the D3681 between Tshikunda and Vhufuli in Th…
(2026-03-16). Nazi Terrorists Throw Brick Into Sheboygan Democratic Party Office; Labor and Community Members Respond. wibailoutpeople.org 
March 16, 2026 By Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement The Sheboygan Democratic Party reported on March 16, 2026 that they discovered a smashed window and a brick inside their office. A message on the brick stated: "You're the real Nazis," on one side with a Swastika on the other. Labor and community organizers in …
(2026-03-16). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "…turbulence is the most important unsolved problem of classical physics."— Richard Feynman,…
(2026-03-16). Here's why Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Al-Nassr Vs Al-Khaleej. ummid.com This is now almost certain that Al-Nassr Captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, will miss the Al-Nassr vs Al-Khaleej SPL match Saturday March 14, 2026.
(2026-03-16). Far-right José Antonio Kast sworn in as president of Chile. peoplesdispatch.org Kast faces a complex challenge ahead: he has promised to align the government with the Trump administration, but China is Chile's main trading partner. Furthermore, he does not have a secure parliamentary majority, so his government will have to be one of compromise.
(2026-03-16). A year after his arrest, Mahmoud Khalil speaks on the status of his case and the ongoing fight for a free Palestine. mondoweiss.net 
March marks the one-year anniversary of Mahmoud Khalil's arrest, a moment that kicked off a wave of suppression against the Palestine movement. Mondoweiss sat down with Khalil to discuss his case, the media attacks, and his ongoing fight for justice.
(2026-03-16). Is having no war plan Trump's 'plan'? strategic-culture.su The Iranians have a vote on when the war ends. And they say that they are just getting started. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | T…
(2026-03-16). This DHS Official Oversees the Security of Federal Elections. He Wants to Ban Voting Machines. scheerpost.com Doug Bock Clark for ProPublica David Harvilicz, who co-founded a firm with a 2020 election denier, oversees voting machine security for the Department of Homeland Security while the Trump administration is relitigating the president's baseless claims that the 2020 vote was stolen. In his top post at the Department of Homeland Security, David Harvilicz sets …
(2026-03-16). Eid shopping picks pace amid hype around 'Kashmiri' bangles, flowing kaftans in Karachi. dawn.com KARACHI: With fashion trends it is never very clear in our part of the world why or who started them. When every other shopper is demanding it, you just need to fulfil the demands. Just like last year when the Farshi shalwar was most in demand around Eid, this year there are the Kashmiri bangles which are all the rage. Every lady just has to have them to complete the Eid look. | About these Kashmiri bangles, which are metallic mostly in golden or silver with little bells on them to add to the jingle jangle, it was shared by a salesman at Jama Cloth Market that they have nothing to do with Kashmir as they originat…
(2026-03-16). Thursday 3/19: Film Showing: Coup 53. indybay.org Berkeley City College Auditorium | 2050 Center Street | Berkeley, California 94704…
(2026-03-16). War on Iran: The Saudis' alternative crude export outlet is also a trap. mronline.org 
Saudi Arabia is trying to avoid damage from the war on Iran by diverting oil exports from the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea through its East-West pipeline. This scheme however will fail at least as long as it takes part in that war.
(2026-03-16). Monday 3/16: 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…
(2026-03-16). Ed Miliband's Wind Farms Could Cripple UK 'Iron Dome' Anti-Missile Systems and Leave Britain a "Sitting Duck" wattsupwiththat.com Britain is a "sitting duck" for drone attacks, senior defence sources say, because Ed Miliband's wind farms interfere with radar used by defensive domes.
(2026-03-16). How Australia supplies weapons to Israel. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-16). Legislators grumble about PM's call to forgo pay. dawn.com • Parliamentarians issued form to choose salary donation | • Say cuts acceptable for national causes, but not by 'dictation' | ISLAMABAD: Some parliamentarians from both sides of the aisle are branding Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's recent A senior legislator, who did not wish to be named, told Dawn on Sunday that parliamentarians, including some from the…
(2026-03-16). Achieving climate targets is possible while limiting 'critical minerals' rush. thecanary.co 
A new report has shown crucial solutions to limit mineral demand for a green transition. These include public transportation, improved recycling programmes, and advanced battery technologies. Greenpeace International commissioned the report: Beyond Extraction: Pathways for a 1.5 ∞C-aligned Energy Transition with Less Minerals. The authors are academics from the Institute for Sustainable Futures at the University of […] | By
(2026-03-16). ADB gives 'final chance' to $360m Central Asia Regional Economic Corridor project. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The Asian Develop ≠ment Bank (ADB) has granted a final one-month extension for the disbursement of a $360 million loan for the embattled Central Asia Regional Economic Corridor (Carec) Tran ≠che-III project, which has already been delayed by around a year due to issues with the National Highway Authority (NHA). | "The ADB
(2026-03-16). America 250, 2026 National Ag Day – Nancy and Peter Gouch – California Agricultural Legacy. indybay.org The Gooch-Monroe Agriculture Legacy included 10 town lots on both sides of Main Street, in the Gold Rush Town of Coloma. Running from above the schoolhouse to beyond the original site of Sutter's Mill they also owned several houses, and the 320-acre Four Corner Ranch, today part of Marshal Gold Discovery California State Parks…
(2026-03-16). Russia refuses oil sales to India on discounted price. ummid.com In a sudden turn of events, Russia has refused to supply oil to India on a discounted price, media reports said.
(2026-03-16). Cuba appreciates solidarity shown at U.S. conference to condemn Washington's siege. radiohc.cu Reinforcing the condemnation of the blockade, the energy siege, and the hostility of the United States against Cuba was the call issued by Fernando González Llort, President of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP), as he expressed his gratitude today—via a virtual message—for the support provided by an international solidarity conference advocating for the normalization of relations between the two nations, currently being held in New York.
(2026-03-16). My Substantial Praises and Minor Criticisms of the HBO Documentary "The Alabama Solution" counterpunch.org I've been asked by multiple readers (which is a lot for me) if I have watched the recently released HBO documentary The Alabama Solution, and if so, what I think about it. Perhaps because I have been doing this work in a considerably lonely and underfunded manner for about 16 years, starting too young, sticking with
(2026-03-16). President Ramaphosa calls for turning point in SA's transport sector. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa calls for turning point in SA's transport sector | President Cyril Ramaphosa says the inaugural National Transport Conference should mark a turning point for South Africa's transport sector, calling for stronger collaboration between government, business and labour to drive reforms and improve the country's logistics system. | Addressing delegates at the conference held at Gallagher Convention Centre on Monday, President Ramaphosa said building an effective transport system requires partnerships across sectors. | "To build the partnership that this vision requires, we should consider establish…
(2026-03-16). Trump administration order declares embattled oil project exempt from state laws. indybay.org SANTA BARBARA, CA, March 13, 2026 — In a move that experts say directly challenges the rule of law in the United States, the Trump administration today issued an order declaring that a start-up Texas oil company is exempt from any state law that conflicts with its plan to restart oil production on California's Central Coast.
(2026-03-16). Hungary pre-election showdown draws crowds. tribune.com.pk 
Huge crowds joined rival marches staged by Hungarian premier Viktor Orban and his main opponent Peter Magyar in Budapest on Sunday, as both push allegations of foreign interference just four weeks before tightly-fought elections. | Orban — who faces an unprecedented challenge to his 16-year rule — has sought to portray the opposition leader as a "puppet" of Brussels and Kyiv, while Magyar has accused the Moscow-friendly premier of seeking the Kremlin's help to stay in power ahead of the April 12 elections. | The nationalist leader in his speech Sunday urged Ukraine to stop "attacking" the central E…
(2026-03-16). Right-Fitting Senior Indian Homeownership. ummid.com The real luxury in the silver years is optionality — the freedom to travel to see grandchildren, to join a hobby club, or to simply enjoy a sunset in a park that you do not have to mow yourself.
(2026-03-16). Wednesday 3/18: Weapons Embargo Power Hour. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/powerhour…
(2026-03-16). EU must negotiate with Russia – Belgian leader. infobrics.org Europe no longer has any reason to insist on trying to isolate Moscow.
(2026-03-16). Selected Articles: Video: Trump's "Soft Power." The National Security Strategy. globalresearch.ca 
By This video production focuses on President Trump's National Security Strat…
(2026-03-16). SCOTUS Agrees to Hear Case on Colorado Dispute over Climate Change; (it should throw that case and all the others out). wattsupwiththat.com So . . . . why is it not argued that these lawsuits should be dismissed because they do not present a prima facie case that 'industry disinformation campaigns employing skeptic scientists' happened? Why is it not suggested that the collective climate litigation lawfare efforts should be referred to the Department of Justice as possible instances of widespread fraud activity? (please see: "The Plagiarism Problem Plaguing the 'ExxonKnew' Lawfare Lawsuits — Summary for Policymakers")…
(2026-03-16). 12th Maths QR Code takes to YouTube Channel, CBSE in damage control. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education Tuesday March 10, 2026 went into damage control mode after the QR Code printed on the CBSE 12th Mathematics Paper led to a YouTube Music Channel, sparking a massive row.
(2026-03-16). Monday 3/16: Phone Bank for Leqaa Kordai & Ira Vijandre. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/pb-ly…
(2026-03-16). "There Is No One Like Saifi" tribune.com.pk 
The balcony door of a house opened and a man appeared. He was not a political leader, yet the entire street was packed with people eager to catch a glimpse of him. As soon as he raised the trophy in his hands, thousands erupted in celebration. The air echoed with chants of "Pakistan Zindabad." | That young man was Sarfaraz Ahmed, the captain under whom Pakistan won the ICC Champions Trophy 2017. At that time, every young person in Karachi was trying to somehow reach Sarfaraz's house in Buffer Zone. It was a remarkable achievement,Pakistan had defeated India national cricket team in London to claim the trophy.
(2026-03-16). Police in England are still making arrests for 'illegal' abortions. thecanary.co 
Police in England are still making arrests and investigating 'illegal' pregnancy terminations, according to the responses to a Guardian Freedom of Information (FOI) request. That's in spite of the fact that legal amendments decriminalising abortion are currently passing through parliament. The move was part of Labour's Crime and Policing Bill, submitted by backbencher Tonia Antoniazzi. In […] | By
(2026-03-16). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia on Wed March 18. ummid.com Eid 2026 Moon: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and neighboring Arab states are gearing up to sight the Eid 2026 Moon, Crescent, of the month of Shawwal on Wednesday 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH corresponding to March 18, 2026.
(2026-03-16). Probe launched into money trail of Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials. dawn.com GUJRAT: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has launched an inquiry into Rs4m cash which its two daily-wage officials were keeping at their residence in Gujrat. The information about the amount surfaced when the amount was stolen from their residence. | The officials, Amir Shaukat and Irfan Ahmed, had lodged a case with Civil Lines Police Station, saying that unidentified thieves had stolen Rs4m cash from their shared residence they had rented at Jattuwakal on March 12. | According to an official letter by the MoFA, a copy available with Dawn, an explanation has been sought from both the officials who get the…
(2026-03-16). Section 144 imposed in Peshawar ahead of Eid. tribune.com.pk 
The Peshawar district administration on Monday imposed Section 144 across the city to maintain public safety and law and order during Ramazan and Eidul Fitr, officials said. | Deputy Commissioner Peshawar, Captain (retd) Sanaullah Khan, said, "The restrictions are aimed at protecting the lives and property of residents during the festive period." | The orders come into immediate effect and will remain in force for 30 days. Authorities have appealed to the public to cooperate with the administration in maintaining peace and safety during the festive season. | Read: Rs90m car purchased for Gilani from public fun…
(2026-03-16). Water company says it can't provide water for new homes after wasting 100 million litres every single day. thecanary.co 
South East Water has said it cannot provide water for new homes planned in the area it's supposed to provide for. Yet in 2024 it wasted more than 100 million litres of water every day through its creaking pipes. South East Water put profit over infrastructure The water company has spent significantly more servicing its […] | By
(2026-03-16). Zardari, Bilawal reaffirm confidence in Sindh govt, Karachi mayor. dawn.com KARACHI: In a strong show of political backing amid mounting criticism mainly following the The leadership also praised the governance and efforts of the chief minister and the mayor in "difficult circumstances" while signalling to critics that the party firmly stands behind its provin…
(2026-03-16). Glitz and glam done right by 4 Pakistani influencers. tribune.com.pk 
With Eid season just around the corner, it's time to start styling up your outfits. To consider all the little details that need to be added to make the whole look come together. And if you're stuck figuring out what to pair what with, here are some Instagram fashionistas who have got you covered. | Here are some content creators that you should keep an eye on for Eid inspiration: | Misbah Dossani Sheikh: | View this post on Instagram | A rising Instagram influencer who has been using her platform for effortlessly chic looks, Misbah Dossani wears her confidence and personality openly. Her clothes speak a minim…
(2026-03-16). Time to Pull the Plug on Trump and Netanyahu. globalresearch.ca The extent to which Israeli interests have come to dominate US foreign policy in the Middle East can be measured in terms of its effectiveness…
(2026-03-16). BRICS Precious Metals Exchange: Member Nations Move Toward Launch. infobrics.org The BRICS Precious Metals Exchange is moving closer to reality right now, with member nations confirming plans for a dedicated trading platform…
(2026-03-16). Trump's Bold Claim: Taking Control of Cuba? devdiscourse.com In a striking escalation of his stance against Cuba, U.S. President Donald Trump declared his expectations of having the "honor" of "taking Cuba in some form." These bold statements come amid attempts to mend U.S.-Cuba relations, which have been strained for over six decades.
(2026-03-16). Reconciliation efforts begin between Rajab Butt and Eman Fatima after divorce notice. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt and his wife Eman Fatima have been making headlines after their very public separation took place online, with the latest developments suggesting attempts are underway to reconcile the couple. | Rumours about the couple's marital troubles had been circulating on social media for several days. The situation escalated after Rajab Butt had sent a divorce notice to Eman, which she shared in an Instagram story, intensifying speculation about the future of their marriage. The couple shares one son. | Amid the controversy, prominent Shia scholar Allama Asif Raza Alvi announced that he wo…
(2026-03-16). Pakistan extends condolences over deadly floods, landslides in Ethiopia. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Monday expressed condolences to Ethiopia over devastating floods and landslides that have struck parts of the country. | "Our thoughts and prayers are with the affected communities, and we commend the efforts of the Ethiopian authorities who are working tirelessly to assist those in need," Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said in a statement. | He reaffirmed Pakistan's support for the people of Ethiopia and expressed Islamabad's readiness to extend assistance in any way possible. | Read: Ethiopia landslide claims 55 lives, say local officials | State broadcaster APP reported that a landsli…
(2026-03-16). No, Governor, You Can't Cancel Our First Amendment Rights. counterpunch.org 
There's not much ambiguity in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. It reads: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for
(2026-03-16). Middle East war disrupts pharma air routes, risks cancer drugs supply. dawn.com The conflict, sparked by US and Israeli
(2026-03-16). Friday 3/20: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-03-16). Trade Talks in Paris Foreshadow U.S.-China Summit Amid Tensions. devdiscourse.com The U.S.-China trade relationship remains steady following talks involving key figures like U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. Despite existing tensions, ongoing negotiations hint at potential agreements ahead of a planned summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
(2026-03-16). The USA on the Path to World Domination and the Elimination of Democracy. globalresearch.ca In the so-called democratic world, a hidden struggle for power is growing.
(2026-03-16). Farrer by-election a test for One Nation immigration policy. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-16). Artemis II Moon Rocket cleared for April 2026 launch. ummid.com The Amercian space agency, NASA, has cleared Artemis II Moon Rocket for a launch in April 2026 with four astronauts onboard.
(2026-03-16). Stop using murder-tech firm doctors tell NHS bosses to dump Palantir. thecanary.co 
Doctors and human rights groups are demanding that NHS trust bosses stop using a 'nothing special' patient data management platform provided by 'murder tech' firm Palantir. Disgraced Blairite peer Peter Mandelson pushed for Palantir to receive huge UK government contracts, without a competitive process. The Starmer regime awarded them despite — or because of — […] | By
(2026-03-16). Situationer: PPP's gubernatorial gambit 'pays off'. dawn.com IN Rather, it appears that Mr Tessori had outlived his usefulness to those who brought him into office, as his "sacrifice" is being viewed as part of a larger gambit aimed at reshaping the Constitution and the resource distribution fram ≠ework between the provinces and the federation, rather than merely antagonising the MQM-Pakistan. | For context, the Muttahida-nominated Mr Tessori was rem ≠oved from his office last week,…
(2026-03-16). Decoding Trump's Demand for China to Join His Proposed Hormuz Naval Coalition. globalresearch.ca Trump He then told the
(2026-03-16). Passover: Freedom from Pride. juancole.com Yakov Rabkin is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Montreal. He is the author, most recently, of Montreal (Special to Informed Comment) — People that remember their past suffering often believe that memory gives them moral clarity. Yet the history of Zionism shows that the memory of persecution can just as easily be turned into a source of self-righteousness and impunity. Two spring Jewish festivals—…
(2026-03-16). Mass Online Rally: Stand with Iran Lebanon and Palestine against U.S. Imperialist and Zionist Assault March 21, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Mass Online Rally: Stand with Iran Lebanon and Palestine against U.S. Imperialist and Zionist Assault Register Date: Saturday March 21, 9 AM PDT, 12 PM EDT, 5 PM CET, 7: 30 PM TEHRANRegister: bit.ly/iran-3-21Contact to endorse @resistusledwar resistusledwarmovement@proton.me Join the International League of Peoples Struggles and the Resist US-Led War Movement in a mass online indignation …
(2026-03-16). New Russian-inspired Chinese standoff weapons bolster Serbian military. globalresearch.ca Recent footage showing Serbian MiG-29 fighter jets armed with Chinese CM-400AKG air-launched standoff missiles has caught the attention of many analysts and media outlets, not only in the region, but beyond. | This is a significant enhancement of Serbia's standoff precision-guided …
(2026-03-16). Managing worsening inflation | . dawn.com On March 9, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) decided to keep the policy interest rate The
(2026-03-16). The Urgent Need For The Black Radical Tradition. popularresistance.org The celebrated Pan-African revolutionary who was born Stokely Carmichael became known as Kwame Ture circa1969 at the age of 28. He died in 1998 at the age of 57, which means that he was called Kwame Ture for at least as long as he was known by his more well-known birth name. | A museum dedicated to Black history should know this easy-to-discover fact, but oddly, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, part of the Smithsonian Institution, seems unable to provide this information and still uses the name Carmichael.
(2026-03-16). Dr Iqbal Survé's Insights on the Future of BRICS. infobrics.org Sekunjalo Group Chairman Dr Iqbal Survé launch of his new book titled A Shared Future for Humanity, to weigh in on geopolitics and the future of the BRICS bloc of countries…
(2026-03-16). Trump's Controversial Remarks on Learning Disabilities and Presidential Eligibility. devdiscourse.com U.S. President Donald Trump sparked controversy on Monday with comments suggesting that individuals with learning disabilities should be disqualified from the presidency. This statement was directed at California Governor Gavin Newsom, a potential Democratic candidate for the 2028 election, who has been open about his dyslexia.
(2026-03-16). DWP will give companies £3,000 to trap young people in underpaid jobs. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that employers will receive £3,000 for every 18-24-year-old they employ. They will also give small and medium businesses £2,000 for every apprentice they take on. But, as usual, the approach they're taking is totally wrong. DWP pushing kids into shit jobs Pat McFadden, the Secretary of […] | By
(2026-03-16). US, Chinese economic chiefs meet to pave way for Trump-Xi summit. dawn.com PARIS: Top US and Chinese economic officials launched a new round of talks in Paris on Sunday to iron out kinks in their trade truce and clear a smooth path for US President Donald Trump's trip to Beijing to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the end of March. | The discussions, led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, are expected to focus on shifting
(2026-03-16). Friday 4/24: Ocean Photographer of the Year Exhibit — Alameda Exhibition. indybay.org Hangar 41, 650 West Tower Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501…
(2026-03-16). Emirates temporarily suspends Dubai flight operations amid drone strike, escalating tensions. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Emirates have suspended its flight operations from and to Dubai amid escalating Middle East tensions. The airline issued an alert on X, informing travellers that operations had been halted following a security incident. "All flights to and from Dubai have been temporarily suspended. Please do not go to the airport," the airline wrote on X. | Emirates added that passenger safety remained its top priority. "Emirates will share updates when available. We would like to thank our customers for their understanding and patience. The safety of our passengers and crew is our highest priority and will not b…
(2026-03-16). No longer true that the rich keep getting richer as the poor get poorer. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-16). SHC sets aside federal ombudsman's order in woman's harassment case against senior govt officer. dawn.com HYDERABAD: A division bench of the Sindh High Court (SHC) Hyderabad circuit allowed a constitutional petition by setting aside the order of the Federal Ombudsman Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment of Women in a case of harassment against a regional level officer of the National Savings Pakistan. | Comprising Justice Arbab Ali Hakro and Justice Riazat Ali Sahar, the bench passed the order on a petition filed by the incharge of the Regional Directorate of National Savings Hyderabad, Syed Farhan Ahmed Shah. He was represented by Jawad Qureshi advocate. | The petitioner had challenged the Jan 18, 2024 orde…
(2026-03-16). Richard Tice claims the 'establishment is trying to smear' his multi-million pound property empire. thecanary.co 
Deputy leader of Reform Richard Tice has claimed that reports his property empire avoided almost £600,000 in tax is "a desperate Establishment trying to smear" him. Of course, exploiting rent from people's need for housing with net property assets of over £30 million is entirely anti-establishment and doesn't epitomise the housing crisis the country is […] | By
(2026-03-16). 10 ICU patients killed in India's Odisha hospital fire. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- At least 10 patients were killed and several others injured after a major fire broke out early Monday in the trauma intensive care unit of SCB Medical College and Hospital, one of eastern India's largest government-run medical facilities.The blaze erupted between 2: 30 a.m. and 3: 00 a.m., reportedly caused by an electrical short circuit in the casualty department building, according to local authorities. The fire spread through the ICU area where critically ill patients were receiving treatment.Hospital officials said 23 patients were in the ICU and nearby wards when the fire broke out. Seven patients di…
(2026-03-16). Holy Kaaba Door: Historical Legacy and Artistic Masterpiece. ummid.com The Holy Kaaba door combines religious significance with artistic merit in its design and craftsmanship, remaining a testament to the evolution of the Holy Kaaba's architecture and the attention of Islamic states to serving the Two Holy Mosques.
(2026-03-16). China defence experts vanish online, Thai coconut cartel crisis: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Top Chinese nuclear, radar and missile experts vanish from engineering body site | 2. The US is shifting THAAD to the Middle East. What does that mean for China? | 3. Hong Kong OpenClaw users say tool is helpful 'family member' who must be watched…
(2026-03-16). Panama's Economic Resurgence: Transport and Services Drive GDP Growth. devdiscourse.com Panama's economy demonstrated robust growth, with its GDP expanding by 4.4% in 2025. This surge was predominantly fueled by a remarkable uptick in the transport sector and sustained growth in services, even as agriculture and free trade re-exports experienced a downturn.
(2026-03-16). National Highway and Motorway Police initiates inquiry against officials for showing leniency to TV anchor. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) has initiated a fact-finding inquiry against its officials for allegedly showing leniency to a well-known television anchorperson, Mansoor Ali Khan, after he was intercepted for over-speeding on the motorway. | According to official sources, the incident occurred on February 28 when a motorway patrol team was conducting speed-checking near Chakri Interchange 310 at around 5: 30pm. | During the operation, officials detected a vehicle travelling at 166 kilometres per hour, well above the prescribed speed limit. | The patrol team, comprising Inspector Police…
(2026-03-16). PMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms across Pakistan ahead of Eid holidays. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday forecast rain accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds in various parts of the country ahaead of Eid holidays as a new westerly wave is expected to enter the country from the evening of March 17. | According to the Met Office, the weather system will move into the western parts of the country on the evening or night of March 17, gradually spreading across most regions by March 18 before weakening by March 20. | The change in weather is linked to a westerly wave, a naturally occurring seasonal weather system that often brings rain, wind and cooler temp…
(2026-03-16). Controlling Kharg Island: Options for United States. ummid.com The Trump administration is weighing whether US Special Forces could seize or neutralise the Kharg Island as part of its strategy to pressure Iran during the continuing war.
(2026-03-16). Gang Violence and the Defense of Impunity in Guatemala. nacla.org 
The Barrio 18's January attacks sought to destabilize the country to benefit well-connected political elites who have challenged the government of President Bernardo Arévalo.
(2026-03-16). Ten dead in India hospital fire. geo.tv 
SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha state's Cuttack city, India, March 16, 2026. — X/@ndtvNEW DELHI: A fire at a government-run hospital in eastern India killed at least 10 critically ill patients who were admitted in the trauma care unit, officials said on…
(2026-03-16). Quakers take silent protest from Scotland Yard to parliament. thecanary.co 
On Tuesday 17 March, Quakers will hold a silent Meeting for Worship outside New Scotland Yard. They'll then join a mass lobby of parliament to defend the right to protest. The meeting follows two police raids on Quaker premises. On 5 March the Metropolitan Police raided Westminster Meeting House, arresting 15 people attending a nonviolent […] | By
(2026-03-16). Government maintaining contact with oil industry players. sanews.gov.za Government maintaining contact with oil industry players | Government is continually engaging with stakeholders in the petroleum sector on fuel supply stability and security of fuel supply, as global disruptions continue. | This according to Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, who delivered a keynote address at the 5th Southern Africa Oil and Gas Conference, which kicked off in Cape Town. | Conflict in the Middle East has caused disruptions to supply and a steep increase in fuel prices. | "To maintain product availability in our country, as communicated last week, the department remains in c…
(2026-03-16). Sunday Science: Scientists Get a Glimpse of How New Pandemics Are Made. portside.org Sunday Science: Scientists Get a Glimpse of How New Pandemics Are Made |
(2026-03-16). Andrés Manuel López Obrador: "It pains me that they seek to exterminate the brotherly people of Cuba" radiohc.cu Amid the economic crisis facing Cuba—driven by the tightening of the U.S. economic blockade, which includes restrictions on the acquisition of hydrocarbons—President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has stepped out of his retirement from public life and social media to call for extraordinary support for the Cuban people during this difficult juncture.
(2026-03-16). 'Serious threat to the First Amendment' as Trump admin wins first antifa terror charge. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in Common Dreams on The government has largely won its first case bringing material-support-for-terrorism charges against protesters alleged to belong to "antifa," which President
(2026-03-16). Brazil – next target of Washington's drug war. infobrics.org Tensions are rising between Brazil and the United States: Washington's demands over drug gangs, foreign prisoners, and refugee data raise concerns in Brasília about sovereignty and intervention. As Brazil resists, the dispute reflects broader clashes over BRICS, China, and the region's future balance of power.
(2026-03-16). Fighting Cancer Has Given Me New Insights on the Anti-Fascist Challenge We Face. truthout.org At 15, with my skinny legs swinging off the exam table, I sat and listened as my gynecologist stood before me with serious eyes and told me that I had a high risk of developing cancer someday. It was a shocking message to get as a teenager; nonetheless, I made immediate decisions to protect myself. I stayed on birth control pills for years despite wild swings of emotion… |
(2026-03-16). Stop the War protests gathering steam in the UK. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-16). Stuttgart down Leipzig to strike blow in top-four race. tribune.com.pk 
Stuttgart's Deniz Undav scored the only goal in a 1-0 home win over RB Leipzig on Sunday, sending the fourth-placed hosts three points clear of the visitors in the Bundesliga. | Undav pounced on an error from Leipzig goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoordt to score his 16th goal of the season and move Stuttgart level with third-placed Hoffenheim on 50 points. | "Today, we just tried to win our duels. Winning those small moments gives us a boost in front of our home fans," Undav said to DAZN. | "And when you get that 1-0, you play with a bit more confidence." | Bayer Leverkusen, who were held to a 1-1 draw by a nine-man…
(2026-03-16). Digital extraction and the new logic of underdevelopment. mronline.org 
Re-reading Rodney, Nkrumah, and Mbembe in the age of data capitalism.
(2026-03-16). Trump Is Reported to be Considering to Nuke Iran. globalresearch.ca 14 March 2026, On March 13th, a Pentagon memo leaked outlining a strike plan titled "Tehran Power Grid Neutralization." …
(2026-03-16). Rising Tensions: Airstrikes in Kabul Escalate Afghan-Pakistani Conflict. devdiscourse.com An airstrike in Kabul, reportedly launched by Pakistan, has resulted in the destruction of a hospital treating drug users, leaving 400 dead and 250 wounded, according to Afghanistan's deputy government spokesman. The attack has intensified tensions between the two neighboring nations, amid ongoing border skirmishes and mutual accusations.
(2026-03-16). Gen Z Triumphs in Nepal, Falters in Bangladesh. ummid.com During the last six months, there have been two political movements and subsequent elections in India's immediate neighbourhood – Bangladesh and Nepal, which might have an impact on India's regional aspirations and impact.
(2026-03-16). Meningitis outbreak in Kent claims the lives of two young people. thecanary.co 
Two young people have died following an outbreak of meningitis in Kent. According to BBC reporting, a further 11 individuals are critically ill in hospital. The first individual to die was an as-yet-unnamed student at the University of Kent. The second was Juliette, a year-13 student at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School in Faversham. The outbreak is […] | By
(2026-03-16). Canadian Government Offers to Swiftly Euthanize Woman Who's Waited Years for Surgery. globalresearch.ca A Canadian woman is preparing to be euthanized by the government under the state-sanctioned "assisted suicide" program after years of being denied timely medical treatment for a rare but treatable condition. | The story is yet another grim example of how …
(2026-03-16). SPL 25/26 MW26: Al-Nassr, Toney remain on top; Joao Felix shines with brace. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025/26: Al-Nassr Saudi FC is leading as the top team whereas Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney remain the top goal scorer in the SPL 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 26 ending Sunday March 15, 2026.
(2026-03-16). Fifth member of Iran women's soccer team withdraws asylum claim. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-16). Far-right José Antonio Kast sworn in as president of Chile. peoplesdispatch.org Kast faces a complex challenge ahead: he has promised to align the government with the Trump administration, but China is Chile's main trading partner. Furthermore, he does not have a secure parliamentary majority, so his government will have to be one of compromise.
(2026-03-16). 'I am dead … for coffee': Israeli PM Netanyahu posts his video amid speculation about his death. dawn.com A video posted on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's X account is being seen as his response to the rumours of his death, which were earlier debunked by his office. | The video was posted on Sunday evening, in which Netanyahu is seen getting himself a coffee and being asked about the rumours, Israeli news website Jerusalem Post
(2026-03-16). Streeting announces reduction in share of NHS spending for mental health. thecanary.co 
Health secretary Wes Streeting has delivered a statement to the House of Commons in which he confirmed that funding for mental health has fallen as a proportion of NHS spending in England. While there has been a real terms increase of £140m, this amounts a 3.2% reduction in share of spending from last year. Streeting's […] | By
(2026-03-16). Sunday 3/29: Unstitched: A Celebration of the Saree. indybay.org Asian Art Museum, Larkin St, San Francisco. Parking is at the adjoining UC Law or Civic Center garages.
(2026-03-16). The Unlikely Red State Trying To Buck Trump and Big Tech. portside.org The Unlikely Red State Trying To Buck Trump and Big Tech |
(2026-03-16). Friday 3/27: Seaside: West Bank Palestinians Build Self-reliance. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA, 93955…
(2026-03-16). Trump Says War in Iran Will End When He "Feels" It in His "Bones" truthout.org In an interview with The Wall Street Journal last week, President Donald Trump suggested that his main criterion for deciding when the war in Iran will end is his own feelings. Beyond failing to recognize the fact that any war with foreign countries requires approval or authorization from Congress, Trump's remarks indicate that he has no sound reason for fighting the war in the first place… |
(2026-03-16). Buying local strengthens SA's economic recovery. sanews.gov.za Buying local strengthens SA's economic recovery | South Africa's economic recovery and long-term growth are built not only in boardrooms and policy meetings, but in everyday choices ordinary South Africans make, says Government Deputy Spokesperson William Baloyi. | From the corner spaza shop in Ga-Mokgotho, Burgersfort, to proudly South African brands competing on the global stage, supporting local businesses is one of the most powerful ways to build the economy. | "When we choose local, we are not just buying a product, we are financially backing our own people. | "We are supporting the entrepreneur running a…
(2026-03-16). California 175 – Pan African Heritage at Sutter's Fort and California Gold Mining District. indybay.org Imagine the positive impact on society if people of Pan African Ancestry were part of the daily Sutter's Fort, State Historical Park Tourist and Educational experience. | People of Pan African Ancestry provided financial venture capital, agriculture products, cooking, barrel making, personal military escort, fur trapping, scouting and much, much more…
(2026-03-16). China ready to continue efforts to ease Pak-Afghan tensions, says 'most urgent task' to avoid escalation. dawn.com BEIJING/PESHAWAR: China on Monday reiterated its offer to continue efforts to ease ongoing "The most urgent task is to avoid the expansion of the war and return the two countries to the negotiating table as soon as possible," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said. | "China is willing to continue to make efforts to achieve reconciliation and ease relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan," he said, adding that Beijing has been mediating between both sides in recent days. | The remarks come days after Chinese…
(2026-03-16). Delegation of 140 activists departs Miami with medical aid for Cuba, condemning U.S. economic siege. radiohc.cu 
This coming Friday morning, March 20th, 140 people from across the United States will depart from Miami for Havana as part of the international Nuestra América Convoy, delivering humanitarian aid to Cuba and protesting U.S. policies that are deliberately creating an economic crisis on the island. | This delegation, organized by the peace group CODEPINK in collaboration with Progressive International, Cuban Americans for Cuba, and other partners, includes doctors, lawyers, union leaders, professors, social media influencers, and community organizers from across the country. | The delegation will carry 6,300 pounds…
(2026-03-16). Roaming Charges: Muscle For Brains. counterpunch.org 
The Iran war is a war of choice. But that doesn't tell us much, does it? All wars are wars of choice. The questions are: was it a necessary choice? Was it a good choice? Was it a rational choice? Were the consequences considered? Who made the choice and why? We still don't know the answers to these questions.
(2026-03-16). Mnquma Municipality strengthens rural infrastructure development efforts. sanews.gov.za Mnquma Municipality strengthens rural infrastructure development efforts | Mnquma Local Municipality has intensified efforts to strengthen rural infrastructure development following an oversight visit by the Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC) to monitor progress on key road construction projects in Ngqamakwe, valued at more than R33 million. ⚪ The recent oversight visit to the Eastern Cape municipality was led by MPAC Chairperson Zikhethele Mnqokoyi, together with councillors and senior municipal officials. ⚪ The delegation inspected the Sivangxa to Matshanganeni via Jojweni to Majamaneni Access Road co…
(2026-03-16). In Memoriam Berta Cáceres. orinocotribune.com By John Perry — Mar 13, 2026 | Ten years ago Hired killers were tracking her movements. An attempt to assassinate her on 5 February 2016 was a…
(2026-03-16). Lights, camera…almost: Why India's film powerhouse struggles at the Oscars. tribune.com.pk 
India may churn out around 2,000 movies per year, but it is yet to win a golden statuette in the coveted film categories at the Oscars. | The South Asian nation's Oscar journey started in 1957, with Mother India narrowly losing the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film by a single vote to Federico Fellini's Nights of Cabiria. | In the decades since, only two other Indian entries Salaam Bombay! and Lagaan have made it into the final nominations for the top film categories. | This year, despite securing a spot in the 15-film shortlist for the International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards, Neeraj G…
(2026-03-16). Milan give Inter Scudetto reprieve. tribune.com.pk 
AC Milan missed the chance to pile pressure on local rivals Inter in the Serie A title fight after falling to a 1-0 defeat at Lazio on Sunday, as Como beat 10-man Roma 2-1 to increase their hopes of a shock Champions League qualification. | Faced with the chance of cutting Inter's league lead to five points, Milan fluffed their lines and fell to a second defeat in four matches. | Gustav Isaksen's calm finish midway through the second half allowed Inter to increase the gap separating them from Milan to eight points even though they only managed to draw 1-1 with Atalanta on Saturday. | It was a huge let-off for…
(2026-03-16). South Africa and Eswatini sign revised Komati River Basin treaty. sanews.gov.za South Africa and Eswatini sign revised Komati River Basin treaty | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina and Eswatini Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Prince Lonkhokhela Dlamini, have signed a revised treaty on the Development and Utilisation of the Water Resources of the Komati River Basin. | The amended treaty, signed at Maguga Dam in Eswatini on Friday, 13 March 2026, supports future water development, while safeguarding long-term water security for communities in Mpumalanga relying on the Driekoppies Dam and Maguga Dam, and reinforces strong transboundary cooperation between South Africa and E…
(2026-03-16). President Ramaphosa committed to justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa committed to justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes | President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes, saying their calls for accountability cannot be ignored. ⚪ In a statement on Sunday, the Presidency said government remains determined to pursue justice for families who have long sought closure over unresolved crimes committed during apartheid. ⚪ However, proceedings related to the Commission of Inquiry established to examine the matter must first be concluded in court. An application has been filed in the Gauteng High C…
(2026-03-16). Evaluating the Green Credentials of China-ASEAN Trade Along the Belt and Road. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) shifts from an infrastructure-centered vision to one of increasingly more inclusive models of world development, sustainability has become a core—if contentious—pillar of legitimacy. Nowhere is this more urgent than with China's economic relations with ASEAN countries, a strategic border region for BRI deployment. By …
(2026-03-16). 10 dead in hospital fire in India's Odisha. dawn.com A fire at a government-run hospital in eastern India killed at least 10 critically ill patients who were admitted in the trauma care unit, officials said on Monday. | Building fires are common in India due to a lack of firefighting equipment and a routine disregard for safety regulations. | The fire broke out early on Monday on the first floor of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha state's Cuttack city, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi told reporters. | "A short circuit caused the fire in the trauma ICU ward where patients were being treated," he said, adding that 23 patients were present on the floor…
(2026-03-16). Seven women killed as roof collapses in Rahim Yar Khan. tribune.com.pk 
Seven women were killed and several others were injured when the roof a building collapsed in Chak No 123/P Tibba, Union Council No 114, Rahim Yar Khan on Monday. | According to the Rescue 1122, the incident occurred when a large number of women had gathered at the payment point to receive the third installment under the Benazir Income Support Programme. | Upon receiving the information, the deputy commissioner and district police officer immediately reached the site while Rescue 1122 initiated prompt rescue operations. More than ten ambulances and rescue vehicles were deployed to the scene. | Rescuers with th…
(2026-03-16). 'Unconscious bias' is mask enabling racism-touting says Keon West on Polanski pod. thecanary.co 
Academic and author Professor Keon West is a social scientist and expert in the psychology of racism — and, he appeared on Green party leader Zack Polanski's Bold Politics podcast to discuss the UK's burgeoning racism problem. Professor West was asked why the phrase "unconscious bias" has become so common. West's answer will challenge many. […] | By
(2026-03-16). Presidenta de México reafirma que su país seguirá apoyando a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, respaldó este domingo el posicionamiento del exmandatario Andrés Manuel López Obrador en solidaridad con Cuba, y reiteró que su país seguirá apoyando al pueblo de la nación caribeña. | Durante un acto en Compostela, del occidental estado de Nayarit, resaltó el mensaje transmitido ayer por el exgobernante, en el cual señaló que está en retiro, pero le hiere "que busquen exterminar, por sus ideales de libertad y defensa de la soberanía, al hermano pueblo de Cuba". | Sheinbaum mencionó que la población de la mayor de las Antillas ha sufrido durante muchos años el cerco eco…
(2026-03-16). Javier Bardem usa los àìscar para criticar la guerra en Medio Oriente (+ Video). cubadebate.cu "Estamos en las mismas, es otra guerra ilegal, matando gente inocente, basados en mentiras. Antes eran armas de destrucción masiva, ahora es acabar con un régimen, que no lo han acabado sino que lo están radicalizando aún más con esta ofensiva ilegal", subrayó Bardem ante los medios, en clara referencia al conflicto desatado por Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán.
(2026-03-16). Presidenta de México reafirma que su país seguirá apoyando a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, respaldó este domingo el posicionamiento del exmandatario Andrés Manuel López Obrador en solidaridad con Cuba, y reiteró que su país seguirá apoyando al pueblo de la nación caribeña. | Durante un acto en Compostela, del occidental estado de Nayarit, resaltó el mensaje transmitido ayer por el exgobernante, en el cual señaló que está en retiro, pero le hiere "que busquen exterminar, por sus ideales de libertad y defensa de la soberanía, al hermano pueblo de Cuba". | Sheinbaum mencionó que la población de la mayor de las Antillas ha sufrido durante muchos años el cerco eco…
(2026-03-16). Protesta de Baraguá: Cuando Cuba no bajó la espada de la dignidad. radiohc.cu La Protesta de Baraguá, "lo más glorioso de la historia de Cuba", así la calificó el Apóstol de la Independencia, José Martí, en justo reconocimiento al acto patriótico que salvó moralmente la Revolución iniciada en 1868 cuando las campanas de la Demajagua despertaron las ansias libertarias. | Era el 15 de marzo de 1878. Bajo aquella arboleda de mangos, se vieron frente a frente el general Arsenio Martínez Campos y Antonio Maceo y Grajales, uno de nuestros más lúcidos mambíses. De un lado, España y su afán colonialista; del otro, Cuba y su dignidad; de una parte, el General español, con su verbo ampuloso y su doc…
(2026-03-16). Barcelona golea 5-2 al Sevilla y recupera su ventaja en la cima de la Liga. cubadebate.cu Los azulgranas se impusieron con autoridad en el Spotify Camp Nou, destacando un triplete de Raphinha, y vuelven a situarse cuatro puntos por encima del Real Madrid en la tabla de posiciones.
(2026-03-16). Sheinbaum respalda el llamado de López Obrador a apoyar al pueblo cubano frente al bloqueo. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México recordó que, pese a las nuevas restricciones impuestas a la isla, su gobierno ha decidido mantener el apoyo. "Nosotros decidimos que, aun cuando era difícil enviar petróleo, íbamos a seguir enviando ayuda", afirmó. Subrayó la posición de su administración: "Vamos a continuar apoyando al pueblo de Cuba y quien quiera apoyar, que apoye".
(2026-03-16). Garantizan servicio del Medibús Cienfuegos-La Habana en medio del bloqueo y el déficit de petróleo. radiohc.cu 
El cerco comercial del Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Cuba afecta la vida misma, impacta en todos los sectores y está enfrentando ahora el asedio que impide la entrada de petróleo, pero en el Ministerio de Salud Pública se adoptan medidas para mantener servicios vitales. | øEjemplo? El del Medibús transportando gratis, a pacientes que acuden a sus turnos médicos, a más de una decena de hospitales de Ciudad de La Habana, desde Cienfuegos, todos los lunes, miércoles y viernes, a partir de las 4: 00 am y regresen alrededor de las 9: pm luego de recorrer alrededor de 700 kilómetros. | Uno de los choferes, de…
(2026-03-16). Sheinbaum respalda el llamado de López Obrador a apoyar al pueblo cubano frente al bloqueo. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México recordó que, pese a las nuevas restricciones impuestas a la isla, su gobierno ha decidido mantener el apoyo. "Nosotros decidimos que, aun cuando era difícil enviar petróleo, íbamos a seguir enviando ayuda", afirmó. Subrayó la posición de su administración: "Vamos a continuar apoyando al pueblo de Cuba y quien quiera apoyar, que apoye".
(2026-03-16). Ucrânia pode estar financiando oposiàßà£o húngara. globalresearch.ca As tensàµes entre a Hungria e a Ucrânia continuam a aumentar. O governo de Viktor Orban opàµe-se veementemente à política da OTAN e da UE de apoio sistemático ao regime fascista em Kiev e também está preocupado com a seguranàßa …
(2026-03-16). Registran tromba de altura en las inmediaciones de Consolación del Sur. cubadebate.cu Un fenómeno de tromba en la altura, conocido popularmente como "rabo de nube", fue observado entre las 3: 51 p.m. y las 3: 55 p.m. de hoy 15 de marzo de 2026 hacia las inmediaciones de la ciudad de Consolación del Sur. Este evento fue favorecido por la inestabilidad debido a la presencia de una vaguada superior sobre el sudeste del golfo de México y la península de Yucatán.
(2026-03-16). Garantizan servicio del Medibús Cienfuegos-La Habana en medio del bloqueo y el déficit de petróleo. radiohc.cu El cerco comercial del Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Cuba afecta la vida misma, impacta en todos los sectores y está enfrentando ahora el asedio que impide la entrada de petróleo, pero en el Ministerio de Salud Pública se adoptan medidas para mantener servicios vitales. | øEjemplo? El del Medibús transportando gratis, a pacientes que acuden a sus turnos médicos, a más de una decena de hospitales de Ciudad de La Habana, desde Cienfuegos, todos los lunes, miércoles y viernes, a partir de las 4: 00 am y regresen alrededor de las 9: pm luego de recorrer alrededor de 700 kilómetros. | Uno de los choferes, de…
(2026-03-16). Díaz-Canel agradece solidaridad de México y López Obrador: "Jamás olvidaremos tu apoyo" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, expresó este domingo su profundo agradecimiento a México y al expresidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador por la solidaridad mostrada hacia la isla en medio del recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos. A través de sus redes sociales, el mandatario cubano respondió al reciente mensaje de López Obrador, quien convocó al pueblo mexicano a apoyar a Cuba frente al bloqueo.
(2026-03-16). serie Tras las huellas del Che. indybay.org serie (1/7) 2024 | Tras las huellas del Che…
(2026-03-16). Sunday 4/19: Seaside Earth Day Celebration. indybay.org Laguna Grande Regional Park — Lakeside, 1249 Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA…
(2026-03-16). Quanto costa questo petroldollaro? Le contraddizioni della Nuova Guerra del Golfo. strategic-culture.su Questa volta non sarà possibile dare la colpa a Putin. Anzi, il rischio che i leader europei corrono è quello di trovarsi a riacquistare risorse energetiche russe, magari ad un prezzo maggiorato o tramite altri player, come gli stessi Stati Uniti d'America. | Segue nostro Dal sogno all'incubo, e tutto cià≤ è americano | Nel sistema geopolitico del Medio Oriente contemporaneo, la presenza militare statunitense costituisce uno degli ele…
(2026-03-16). Prendetevi cura di voi stessi, per non essere voi stessi eliminati. strategic-culture.su L'Amministrazione "neocons" Trump, presentata in Europa dai suoi agenti infiltrati come "isolazionista", ha finalmente e definitivamente gettato la maschera imbarcandosi in un conflitto senza via d'uscita contro l'Iran. | Segue nostro L'11 settembre 2001 aveva rappresentato in questo folle contesto un "salto di qualità " o, meglio, un'accelerazione verso l'obiettivo finale: conquistare e sottomettere l'Eurasia fino al suo più inviolato s…
(2026-03-16). Nobody wants to get involved' in Strait of Hormuz military operations. aljazeera.com Charles Kupchan says the US and allies are reluctant to use military means to safeguard the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-03-16). South Korean protesters criticise Trump over Hormuz security demand. aljazeera.com Activists in South Korea have staged a protest against Donald Trump's request for help securing the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-03-16). Oil prices keep rising as Trump seeks coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz. aljazeera.com Brent crude tops $106 a barrel as markets see no end in sight to the halt of traffic through the critical waterway.
(2026-03-16). In Lebanon, Israel is using occupation as negotiating tool, say analysts. aljazeera.com Israel is using military occupation of southern Lebanon and displacement crisis to dictate ceasefire terms, say experts.
(2026-03-16). Monastery shelters families fleeing Israeli strikes in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Families displaced by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have found shelter at the Saints Peter and Paul Monastery in Qattine…
(2026-03-16). Fire erupts at Dubai airport following drone attack. aljazeera.com Footage shows fire near Dubai International Airport after a drone ignited a fuel tank, according to UAE authorities.
(2026-03-16). First face of Al Jazeera Jamal Rayyan dies at 73. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera Arabic presenter Jamal Rayyan, the first face on the channel when it launched nearly three decades ago, has died at 73.
(2026-03-16). Civilians pulled from rubble after US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. aljazeera.com Rescuers have pulled civilians from the rubble after a new wave of US-Israeli strikes targeted Tehran.
(2026-03-16). Sabalenka wins first Indian Wells title with victory against Rybakina. aljazeera.com World number one's triumph against Elena Rybakina avenges her loss to the Kazakh in the 2026 Australian Open final.
(2026-03-16). Afghanistan says children among four killed in latest attacks by Pakistan. aljazeera.com The civilians – three children and a woman – are killed in an attack on Khost province, local official says.
(2026-03-16). 'Stop all these wars now' says Oscar winner. aljazeera.com Oscar winner Pavel Talankin called for 'an end to all wars' as he received the best documentary award.
(2026-03-16). Qatar Airways announces 'limited' flights to and from Doha. aljazeera.com Airline says limited number of flights will operate as of March 18 between Qatari capital and dozens of destinations.
(2026-03-16). Myanmar parliament dominated by pro-military party convenes after 5 years. aljazeera.com New parliament opens for the first time since the 2021 coup after elections that excluded major opposition parties.
(2026-03-16). WBW News Action: It's a Marathon. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-03-16). Iran threatens escalation, U.S. puts oil hub in crosshairs. ecns.cn Gulf countries reported fresh cross-border attacks on Sunday, a day after Iran urged civilians to evacuate three major ports in the United Arab Emirates that it labeled "legitimate targets" being used by U.S. military forces for strikes against Iran.
(2026-03-16). Insights | Home is where the heart settles: American 'village chief' shares his stories in Yunnan. ecns.cn In the ancient town of Xizhou, Dali, in southwest China's Yunnan Province, stands a boutique hotel renovated from a traditional Bai ethnic residence — the Linden Centre. Its founder is an American.
(2026-03-16). China releases full text of NPC Standing Committee work report. ecns.cn The full text of the report on the work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) was released via Xinhua News Agency on Sunday.
(2026-03-16). Mainland slams Lai Ching-te's secessionist remarks. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland on Saturday condemned Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te for making secessionist remarks advocating "Taiwan independence" and challenging the one-China principle.
(2026-03-16). Innovation elevates gold exploration. ecns.cn On a wide field in Wuchengdaren village in Laizhou, Shandong province, a 30-meter drilling tower rises against the flat farmland horizon. In about six months, this rig will have pierced nearly 3 kilometers into the Earth, retrieving rock cores that could verify the presence of gold deposits.
(2026-03-16). Vietnam opens polls for 16th NA, local council elections. ecns.cn Vietnam opened polls on Sunday to elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and members of People's Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, Vietnam News Agency reported.
(2026-03-16). Chinese FM meets with Vietnamese counterpart. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Vietnamese Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung in Hanoi on Sunday.
(2026-03-16). Para athletes clinch record medals in Italy. ecns.cn In a remarkable demonstration of the power of resilience and solidarity, Team China delivered a stellar performance at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, scooping up a record haul of medals.
(2026-03-16). China's Wang in shock defeat at WTT Champions Chongqing. ecns.cn World No. 1 Wang Chuqin of China suffered a stunning quarterfinal loss to Japan's Sora Matsushima at the WTT Champions Chongqing table tennis tournament on Saturday.
(2026-03-16). Full text: Report on work of NPC Standing Committee. ecns.cn Attached is the full text of the Report on the Work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC).
(2026-03-16). Leukemia therapy tackles relapse risks. ecns.cn Chinese scientists, with the aim of enhancing leukemia treatment, have developed a kind of "double-sided tape" that helps the body's own soldiers — engineered immune cells — hold onto cancer cells more tightly, making treatment far more effective without complicated genetic modifications.
(2026-03-16). China to tighten oversight of food delivery platforms to curb 'ghost kitchens'. ecns.cn China will introduce new rules requiring food delivery platforms to verify restaurant identities, licenses and operating addresses in a bid to crack down on "ghost kitchens," regulators said, with the measures set to take effect in June this year, according to media reports.
(2026-03-16). CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Paralympics delegation. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and the State Council on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to the Chinese delegation for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, commending the delegation for leading both the gold and overall medal tables.
(2026-03-16). Innovative tech holds key to brain rehab. ecns.cn Brain-computer interface, an innovative technology frontier that establishes a direct link between the human brain and external devices, has great potential to revolutionize the treatment of mental health conditions with minimal side effects, according to a deputy to China's top legislature.
(2026-03-16). China men's rugby team plays friendly matches in South Africa. ecns.cn The China men's rugby sevens team played friendly matches with several local teams in Modimolle, Limpopo Province, South Africa.
(2026-03-16). Xi replies to French teens' China dream. ecns.cn Several months ago, at a public school in southern France, students in a Chinese-language class learned that French President Emmanuel Macron would bring a 200-member delegation to China. They immediately put a question to their teacher, Hu Peixin: "Why not take us along?"
(2026-03-16). China, U.S. start economic, trade talks in Paris. ecns.cn Guided by the important consensuses reached between the heads of state of the two countries during their meeting in Busan and all previous phone calls, the two sides will engage in consultations on economic and trade issues of mutual concern.
(2026-03-16). US/El Salvador: Deportees Forcibly Disappeared. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Venezuelans and Salvadorans nationals deported from the United States are transferred to the Center for Terrorism Confinement (CECOT) in San Salvador, El Salvador, on March 31, 2025. | © 2025 El Salvador Press Presidency Office/Anadolu via Getty Images…
(2026-03-16). Ecuador: Government Defies Court-Ordered Oil Ban. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Waorani Indigenous leaders protest in front of the Constitutional Court in Quito, Ecuador on August 20, 2025, two years after an Indigenous-led referendum to halt exploitation of an oil block in Yasuni National Park, the ancestral home of the Waorani people. | © 2025 RODRIGO BUENDIA/AFP via Getty Images | Ecuador is failing to comply with key provisions of an Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruling to protect the Tagaeri and Taromenane Indigenous peoples from nearby oil facilities in Yasuní National Park.The court ruled that oil extraction generated environmental pollution and…
(2026-03-16). Reimagining Albinism Rights Advocacy. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Human Rights Watch Director of the Disability Rights Division, Elizabeth Kamundia (left), and Marco Bristo Fellow for Courageous Leadership in Disability Rights, Hilda Macheso (center), interview people in Malawi, October 2025. | © 2025 Samer Muscati/Human Rights Watch…
(2026-03-16). Bangladesh: New Government Should Prioritize Human Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Tarique Rahman takes the oath of office as Prime Minister of Bangladesh at the National Parliament in Dhaka, Bangladesh, February 17, 2026. | © AP Photo/Mahmud Hossain Opu…
(2026-03-16). Engaging non-state armed groups to protect missing people. icrc.org Protecting missing people: How non-state armed groups can make a difference…
(2026-03-16). ICRC president calls for restraint and de-escalation amidst hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the latest hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
(2026-03-16). Lebanon: Intensification of hostilities worsens impact on civilians and critical infrastructure. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Lebanon, Agnès Dhur:…
(2026-03-16). Respect for IHL supports fundamental human rights in the most extreme circumstances. icrc.org The following is a statement delivered by ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric to the 61st session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on 23 February 2025.
(2026-03-16). Hamas meets Trump Peace Board as Iran War Strains Gaza Ceasefire. moderndiplomacy.eu Representatives of Hamas have held talks in Cairo with envoys from a new diplomatic body established by U.S. President Donald Trump, in an effort to preserve the fragile ceasefire in Gaza as the broader regional war with Iran intensifies. Three sources familiar with the discussions said the meeting took place over the weekend and involved …
(2026-03-16). Chinese Stocks Rebound on Chip Breakthrough Despite Iran war jitters. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese stocks recovered from early losses on Monday as optimism over a domestic chipmaking breakthrough helped offset investor anxiety about the deepening Middle East conflict and uncertainty surrounding an upcoming summit between the leaders of China and the United States. Markets had opened cautiously amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to the U.S.—Israeli war with Iran, …
(2026-03-16). U.S., China Inch Toward Trade Deals Ahead of Trump—Xi summit. moderndiplomacy.eu Senior U.S. and Chinese officials sought to wrap up a fresh round of economic talks in Paris on Monday, exploring potential agreements on agriculture, critical minerals and "managed trade" that could form the basis of announcements during a planned summit between the two countries' leaders later this month. The discussions, held at the headquarters of …
(2026-03-16). A Summit in the Shadow of War: What the Trump-Xi Meeting Means to a Ripped-Up World. moderndiplomacy.eu The expected encounter between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping occurs at one of the most unstable times in world politics. As the United States is in a military conflict with Iran and the tension is escalating throughout the Middle East, the summit ceases to be about the trade conflict or tariffs. …
(2026-03-16). Iran War Lays Bare the Geopolitical Cost of Fossil Fuel Dependence. moderndiplomacy.eu The disruption to global energy markets caused by the war involving Iran has highlighted the strategic risks of relying heavily on fossil fuels, the head of the United Nations' climate body warned on Monday. Simon Stiell, executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), said the crisis offers an "abject lesson" …
(2026-03-16). U.S. Running Out of Options to Cushion Iran war Oil Shock. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States is rapidly exhausting the tools it has to cushion global oil markets from the shock caused by the Iran war, raising fears that a sustained disruption to Middle Eastern exports could trigger a deeper global economic slowdown. As the conflict enters its third week, roughly 15% of the world's oil supply remains …
(2026-03-16). China's 'Little Emperors' Come of Age: How Inherited Wealth is Testing the Nation's Agenda. moderndiplomacy.eu China has transitioned from a society that championed equality in poverty to one now facing the unprecedented challenge of intergenerational wealth transfer for the first time in its modern history. This complex situation in China is shaped by the Little Emperors Generation: here, the second-generation rich (Fuerdai generation) face immense societal pressure. They are often …
(2026-03-16). The New Face of Work in a Post-Lifetime Employment Japan. moderndiplomacy.eu By 2026, the Japanese labor market will face a new reality. For the first time, the number of non-permanent workers is projected to exceed 40 percent of the total workforce. This change marks a new chapter in the history of Japanese employment. Over the past seven decades, the system of lifelong employment has served as …
(2026-03-16). EU to discuss bolstering Middle East naval mission amid Iran war. newarab.com 
The EU's Aspides mission was established in 2024 to protect ships from attacks by Yemen's
(2026-03-16). US‚ÄëIsrael war on Iran threatens millennia of MENA civilisation. newarab.com 
(2026-03-16). Iran's health system strains as 15,000 wounded flood hospitals. newarab.com 
Iranian hospitals have received roughly 15,000 war wounded since the US-Israeli military coalition launched strikes 16 days ago, according to The surge is overwhelming a health system already stretched thin after No…
(2026-03-16). Under cover of Iran war, Israel accelerates West Bank annexation. newarab.com 
New restrictions on movement and a deadly surge in At least 11 Palestinians have been killed by the Israeli army and
(2026-03-16). Tucker Carlson says CIA after him for Iranian officials dialogue. newarab.com 
The right-wing political commentator claimed the spy agency had monitored his conversations with Tehran officials, for journalistic purposes, conducted prior to the Carls…
(2026-03-16). EU-funded AI systems 'exacerbate' human rights violations. newarab.com 
The European Union's Released on Monday by
(2026-03-16). Iraq's Kataeb Hezbollah says security commander killed. newarab.com 
Iraq's powerful armed group The group's leader Ahmad al-Hamidawi, also known as Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi, said "we announce the martyrdom of Haj Abu Ali al-Askari", without providing any details on how and when he was killed. | A security official said that "Abu Ali al-Askari is Abu Ali al-Amiri, the commander who was killed in a strike on Baghdad on Satu…
(2026-03-16). The British Museum handling of Palestine erasure is in bad faith. newarab.com 
In hindsight, I shouldn't have been surprised that it was so complicated to find out why the word "Palestine" was removed from some sections of the British Museum. The difficulty was there by design. After all, the only reason why we, the public, know it happened in the first place is that a newspaper article The Telegraph, a conservative and staunchly pro-Israeli British publication, reported on the erasure of "Palestine" in the first place. An…
(2026-03-16). EU debates how to curb energy costs as Iran war hits markets. newarab.com 
European Union energy ministers on Monday debated ways to curb the impact of a surge in The bloc's heavy reliance on imported oil and gas means it is highly exposed to global price swings – leaving some officials and analysts doubtful that the EU can find quick fixes. | The European Commission, the EU executive, is drafting emergency measures that include examining state support for industries, cutting national taxes, and using an upcoming revision of the EU carb…
(2026-03-16). Israeli forces keep al-Aqsa shut on Ramadan's Laylat al-Qadr. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Jerusalem Governorate said the Old City has been turned into a military zone, with hundreds of soldiers and police deployed to the area. | Israeli troops al…
(2026-03-16). How to make The New Arab your top news source on Google. newarab.com 
(2026-03-16). Appeal trial opens for Sarkozy over alleged Libyan funding. newarab.com 
A lower court in September found the right-wing politician – who was president from 2007 to 2012 – guilty of seeking to acquire funding from Muammar Gaddafi's Libya for the campai…
(2026-03-16). Lebanese children relive trauma as Israel's war intensifies. newarab.com 
In recent days, Lebanese parents have faced a painful question: what can they tell their children now that the For many families, there are no easy answers. The war has evolved from an occasional crisis into a recurring pattern, leaving little room for recovery or a return to normal life. | Rewinding to the
(2026-03-16). Iraq hopes to ship oil to Turkey as war cuts off exports. newarab.com 
Iraq is hoping to ship up to 250,000 barrels of oil per day to a port in The amount would be just a fraction of the roughly 3.5 million barrels per day (bpd)
(2026-03-16). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-16). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-16). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-16). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-03-16). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-03-16). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-16). Trump's aura of invincibility is disintegrating. onlineopinion.com.au Trump still dominates Republican politics. But behind the scenes, cracks are widening over tariffs, war with Iran, and presidential power.
(2026-03-16). Detective work on the real causes of Earth's temperature changes beginning to bear fruit. onlineopinion.com.au What if CO₂ isn't the main culprit in warming the oceans? New research points to a different suspect: clouds.
(2026-03-16). Trump's ill-fated attempt to copy Israel's 'mowing the grass' strategy. responsiblestatecraft.org Two weeks into the Iran War, the Trump Administration remains mired in a conflict without a clear casus belli and without an articulated end state. President Donald Trump's latest extra-constitutional use of military force is but the latest in an alarming trend: the Trump administration believes it has solved the "forever war" trap by attempting to divorce war from discrete political objectives. Trump and his allies appear to have decided that, by blowing things up without a clear political end state in mind, they can advance U.S. geopolitical interests while avoiding a quagmire. In practice, this is little m…
(2026-03-16). Weapons makers, foreign states lavish $32 million on US think tanks. responsiblestatecraft.org In 2024, top think tanks received over $25 million from foreign governments and $7 million from Pentagon contractors, according to the most recently available donor rolls. This figure is a conservative estimate, as about 40% of think tanks do not disclose any donors at all. These findings come from our newly updated
(2026-03-16). Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers is shutting down. Its closure will impact Philadelphia's dance world. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? After 18 years of cultivating dance in South Philadelphia, The closure of the company and its home on Percy Street, the CHI Movement Center around the corner from Philly cheesesteak landmarks Pat's King of Steaks and Geno…
(2026-03-16). Mayor Parker budget plan could fund more library heating and air conditioning fixes next year. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget plan announced Thursday includes $33 million over six years to replace old heating and air conditioning systems in libraries. | If approved by City Council, this funding could allow the Free Library to potentially double the rate it replaces HVAC systems in branches. | "Our libraries are one of our greatest assets. Libraries serve as a lifeline — after…
(2026-03-16). "There is a real danger of a nuclear war" : Sri Lankan workers and students oppose Iran war. wsws.org Sri Lankan SEP and IYSSE members have spoken with workers and students in their campaign against the US-Israel war on Iran.
(2026-03-16). Postal, UPS workers in New York City speak out against the war in Iran: "All the parties and the press are for the war, but we are not" wsws.org As the US-Israeli war against Iran rages on with the support of the European imperialist powers and the United Nations, opposition is building in the working class throughout the United States.
(2026-03-16). This week in history: March 16-22. wsws.org US Supreme Court bars discrimination suits by workers; Harold Wilson resigns; Iranian oil workers strike; Chiang Kai-shek stages military coup.
(2026-03-16). Amazon workers locked out of warehouse during tornado. wsws.org A video uploaded to TikTok shows the warehouse doors being shut and locked as more than a dozen drivers tried to get inside.
(2026-03-16). Far-right Nationals leadership switch highlights Australian political crisis. wsws.org Matt Canavan has been the most vocal agitator in the rural-based Nationals to push the Liberal-National Coalition for a more aggressive, Trump-style agenda.
(2026-03-16). German Chancellor Merz and Canadian Prime Minister Carney attend massive NATO exercise for war with Russia in Arctic. wsws.org Underscoring the importance attached by the imperialist powers to the Arctic in the rapidly escalating redivision of the world, Merz was joined on his visit to northern Norway by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Both countries are participating in the "Cold Response" manoeuvre with significant troop contingents.
(2026-03-16). Australian Greens' phony posturing against Iran war. wsws.org The Greens are seeking to direct opposition to the war on Iran into the dead-end of appeals to the very Labor government that is an active participant in this historic crime.
(2026-03-16). The war against Iran will intensify the internal crisis of American capitalism. wsws.org Throughout history, regimes that confront deep internal crises have sought to resolve them through war.
(2026-03-16). The rate of global warming is accelerating, approaching a dangerous tipping point. wsws.org Multiple recently published scientific studies all point to the increasing pace of global warming, driven by the mounting contradictions and irrationality of the capitalist system.