(2026-04-17). American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules. grist.org 
Over the past few years, Kentucky sheep farmer Daniel Bell has been expanding his flock, and that meant he needed to build a new barn. His land is far from the power lines he'd need to heat it, so he figured rooftop solar would be ideal. | To help pay for it, he wanted to apply for a renewable-energy grant through the US Department of Agriculture's Rural Energy for America Program, or REAP — only to find that the Trump administration had effectively halted grants through the program. Bell said that made it impossible to proceed with the idea on his land. | "For me, it's just been about freedom. Freedom t…
(2026-04-17). Last route to Southern Lebanon destroyed: Israeli airstrike destroys key bridge over Litani River. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump's push for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is unravelling as fighting intensifies on the ground. The Israel Defense Forces has carried out massive strikes across southern Lebanon—including a key bridge over the Litani River—further isolating the region. Hezbollah has responded with rockets and drones targeting northern Israel, while Beirut has distanced itself from any ceasefire talks despite Washington's efforts to broker a three-way dialogue. With Benjamin Netanyahu showing no signs of backing down, diplomacy appears to be collapsing even before it begins.
(2026-04-17). Trump dictates the terms in Lebanon and Iran, leaving Netanyahu boxed in. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister told the security cabinet that the U.S.-facilitated cease-fire is an effort to align on the major issue — Iran. But Netanyahu can't convince the Israeli public that the war's goals were achieved, with Hezbollah not disarmed and the Iranian regime still largely intact…
(2026-04-17). How Israel's war upended daily life in Lebanon. aljazeera.com People in Beirut describe how the Israel war has turned their lives upside down.
(2026-04-17). 10-day ceasefire between Israel, Lebanon goes into effect. ecns.cn A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect at midnight between Thursday and Friday local time (2100 GMT), following an earlier announcement by US President Donald Trump.
(2026-04-17). 'Trump forced Israel into a ceasefire' with Lebanon. aljazeera.com Abed Abou Shhadeh, a political commentator in Israel, says the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is 'problematic'.
(2026-04-17). Celebrations in Lebanon as 10-day ceasefire with Israel begins. aljazeera.com Celebratory gunfire heard in Beirut as truce takes effect, though Lebanese military reports violations.
(2026-04-17). US Statement on Lebanon Ceasefire Leaves Major Loophole That Israel May Exploit To Continue Attacks. news.antiwar.com
(2026-04-17). Outrage as Trump disguises himself as Jesus Christ, mocks Pope. ummid.com A massive outrage erupted on Sunday April 12, 2026 — the Orthodox Easter Day, after U.S. President Donald Trump disguised himself as Jesus Christ and mocked Pope Leo XIV.
(2026-04-17). Friday 4/17: Demo at israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 MomtgomernSt, SF…
(2026-04-17). The Winner at the DNC's Latest Meeting? indybay.org Israel, Ethnic Cleansing and Genocide…
(2026-04-17). No Tax Funds for Israeli Genocide & US Imperialist Wars – Rally at SF Israeli Consulate. indybay.org
(2026-04-17). Insights | Islam-Confucianism Civilisational Dialogue sheds light on deescalating Middle East crisis: Malaysian scholar. ecns.cn The Islam-Confucianism Civilisational Dialogue can shed light on addressing the Middle East crisis ⚪ the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, a Malaysian scholar said on Thursday.
(2026-04-17). (W.E. Talk) Osman Bakar: Dialogue between Confucian and Islamic civilisations offers answers for addressing conflict and restoring regional peace. ecns.cn The Islam-Confucianism Civilisational Dialogue 2026 was held in Beijing on Thursday. This year's dialogue, themed "The Idea of Global Civilisation: Islamic and Confucian Perspectives", was jointly hosted by the International Confucian Association (ICA) and the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM).
(2026-04-17). Mojtaba's reply to Trump's blockade: Shock for entire world; US war on Iran causing new crisis. hindustantimes.com Global markets are bracing for shockwaves as Iran halts petrochemical exports in retaliation to Donald Trump's naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The move—combined with strikes on key Iranian energy hubs—threatens to disrupt supply chains and push already fragile economies toward instability. With the Gulf accounting for a significant share of global petrochemical output, the suspension risks ripple effects across industries worldwide.
(2026-04-17). US army 'defeat' in Iran confirmed as Trump drops military, reveals new plan amid Hormuz failure. hindustantimes.com The U.S. intensifies its economic war against Iran as President Donald Trump pivots from military pressure to sweeping new sanctions amid the ongoing Strait of Hormuz crisis. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned countries and financial institutions against purchasing Iranian oil, with China emerging as a key focus due to its dominant role in Tehran's export market. As the naval blockade faces scrutiny and mixed enforcement reports, Washington is now targeting Iran's "shadow fleet," banks, and global trade networks to choke off revenue streams. With tensions rising and diplomacy uncertain, the latest sancti…
(2026-04-17). US blockade of Strait of Hormuz deepens conflicts between major powers. wsws.org US Vice President Vance's remarks Tuesday that Washington is seeking a "grand bargain" with Tehran underscores that US imperialism wants nothing less than the complete reorganisation of the Middle East in its interests, at the expense of all its rivals.
(2026-04-17). Trump announces complete blockade of Strait of Hormuz. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Sunday April 12, 2026 announced complete blockade of Strait of Hormuz, hours after Pakistan mediated talks between Iran and the United States collapsed.
(2026-04-17). France, UK to cohost talks on Hormuz. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron and the United Kingdom's Prime Minister Keir Starmer will cohost a video-conference with international leaders on Friday, aiming to chart a plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-17). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-17). Trump says war in Iran be ending pretty. haaretz.com
(2026-04-17). China steps up Iran diplomacy while seeking smooth summit with Trump. tribune.com.pk 
China is accelerating its efforts to end the Iran war, walking a diplomatic tightrope as it prepares for a summit next month with US President Donald Trump while trying not to alienate Tehran. | President Xi Jinping's mid-May meeting with Trump is shaping Beijing's approach to the Middle East conflict even as the world's top crude oil importer, reliant on the Middle East for half its fuel, seeks to safeguard its energy supplies, analysts say. | China's modulated approach to the war has protected its back-channel leverage enough that Trump credited Beijing with helping to get Iran to last weekend's peace talks…
(2026-04-17). US, Iran Talks: Islamabad is Stage, Failure is Script. ummid.com What unfolds in Islamabad is not diplomacy by design, but necessity by failure – an American search for an exit from a war it could not win, and an Iranian willingness to talk only on terms that secure its position, not pause its vulnerability.
(2026-04-17). US-Iran: The Elusive Peace Deal. ummid.com As expected, the United States and Iran failed to reach a peace deal after high-stakes talks in the Pakistani capital, with American Vice President JD Vance saying Tehran refused to accept Washington's terms after 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, and Iran citing lack of American commitment to the talks.
(2026-04-17). Gaza civil defence says Israeli fire kills four, including child. newarab.com 
Gaza's civil defence agency said Thursday that Israeli fire killed four people, including one child, in different locations across the Palestinian territory. | Israeli violence continues despite Saleh Badawi, 9, "was killed and taken to Al-Maamadani Hospital after being hit by Israeli fire in the Zeitoun neighbourhood, southeast of Gaza City", in northern Gaza, Mahmoud Bassal, spokesman for the civil defence agency, told AFP. | He added that "two br…
(2026-04-17). Gaza: Israeli sniper kills Palestinian schoolgirl in front of classmates. ummid.com Israeli occupation forces shot and killed a Palestinian schoolgirl Thursday April 09, 2026 in front of her classmates while she was studying in a tent classroom in northern Gaza.
(2026-04-17). Friday 4/24: Healing Under Fire: A Medical Mission to Gaza. indybay.org MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton CA…
(2026-04-17). Saturday 4/18: Fundraiser: Mutual Aid for Gaza and support for Cancer Resource Center. indybay.org 300 Ramona Ave, corner of Curry, El Cerrito | Sale will be held in secured back yard…
(2026-04-17). IMF, World Bank say they are restoring ties with Venezuela. aljazeera.com Acting President Delcy Rodriguez calls resumption of ties 'great achievement' of Venezuelan diplomacy.
(2026-04-17). Paper-cutting pioneer fuses scissors with software. ecns.cn By utilizing computer-aided layer decomposition to create 18-layer, three-dimensional paper-cuttings, Hao is elevating Yangliuqing paper-cutting to a recurring national gift on the world stage.
(2026-04-17). A New Phase After the AZAL Plane Crisis: How Will the Compensation Decision Affect Relations? unitedworldint.com Azerbaijani Member of Parliament Hikmet Babaoglu commented to UWI. By Tahran Oruàßoƒülu, from Baku / Azerbaijan In line with the agreement reached during the meeting between the Presidents of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Russian Federation in Dushanbe on October 9, 2025, the parties agreed to properly resolve the issues arising from the crash …
(2026-04-17). Delimitation Bill 2026 tabled as Parliament's Special Session begins. ummid.com The Narendra Modi-led BJP government tabled on the first day of the Parliament's Special Session Thursday April 16, 2026 three bills to implement 33% women's reservation in legislature, delimitation, and increase number of seats for Union Territories.
(2026-04-17). France arrests suspect over 1982 attack on Jewish restaurant. aljazeera.com Mahmoud Khader Abed Adra, sought for over four decades, was surrendered by Palestinian authorities.
(2026-04-17). China seeks public opinion on national standard for L2 driver assistance systems. ecns.cn China is soliciting public opinion regarding a mandatory national standard concerning safety requirements for Level 2 (L2) driver assistance systems in intelligent connected vehicles.
(2026-04-17). Visit to enhance trade between China, Spain. ecns.cn Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's visit to China is set to add an even greater boost to an already expanding bilateral trade relationship, reinforcing the strong potential for future growth, experts in Madrid say.
(2026-04-17). Indonesia helicopter crash kills 8. geo.tv 
Members of an Indonesian search and rescue team examine the wreckage of a team helicopter on July 4, 2017, after it crashed in Temanggung, central Java. — AFP Private helicopter crashes in forest on Borneo island.Victims' bodies shifted to provincial capital of…
(2026-04-17). In Empire We Trust — Who Gains and Who Loses in Trump's America. portside.org In Empire We Trust — Who Gains and Who Loses in Trump's America |
(2026-04-17). Abdullatif Alfozan, Prof Mohamed win King Faisal Award 2026 for Service to Islam. ummid.com Sheikh Abdullatif Ahmed Alfozan and Professor Mohamed Mohamed Aboumousa have jointly won the 2026 King Faisal Award for Service to Islam announced at a ceremony held in the Saudi Capital Riyadh Wednesday.
(2026-04-17). MPBSE 10th, 12th Results 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com MP Board 10th, 12th Results 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has declared the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026 along with the Merit List and names of toppers on its official website mpresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-17). After 3 years of fighting, Sudan's civil war is only getting worse. responsiblestatecraft.org This month marks the third anniversary of the war in Sudan. Estimates of the death toll range from 150,000 to 400,000 or more; 2025 was, according to the United Nations' internal estimates, a particularly
(2026-04-17). Madison, April 18, 2026: Potluck for People, Peace Planet! wibailoutpeople.org 
Building Unity Building Unity Gatherings are mostly monthly potlucks. They are great opportunities to enjoy fellowship with others who believe it is time to unite for people, peace, and planet. If you can, bring cake and frosting to help us create some fantastic Earth Day Cakes! For information about other Building Unity Gatherings around Wisconsin …
(2026-04-17). 93.70% Pass CBSE 10th 2026 Exam, Check Result Details Here. ummid.com CBSE 10th Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared today i.e Wednesday April 15, 2026 the result of Class Xth board exams held in February/March 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-17). Xinjiang seen attracting steady stream of tourists. ecns.cn Efforts by the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region to build itself into a global tourist destination have borne fruit, evidenced by a steady growth in its inbound tourism market.
(2026-04-17). Tucker Carlson may have Turned on Israel and Trump, but he's no friend to Progressives or Muslims. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Republicans seem to have reached the Donner party stage now, cannibalizing one another, as is illustrated by
(2026-04-17). Young South Sudanese models 'take up space' in quest to showcase talent. aljazeera.com Longing to stride down international runways often collides with reality of conservatism and lack of structural support.
(2026-04-17). Reject the Writers Guild of America sellout contract! wsws.org The contract contains huge givebacks on healthcare, sub-inflation pay increases and no meaningful AI protections.
(2026-04-17). Pentagon drafts plans for military assault on Cuba. wsws.org The Trump administration has ordered preparations for a military attack on Cuba as part of its broader campaign for hemispheric dominance.
(2026-04-17). Japan's presence in overseas drill raises concern. ecns.cn Japan has deployed combat-capable units to take part in military exercises in the Philippines, marking the first time since World War II that its combat troops have set foot on Philippine soil.
(2026-04-17). Lebanese officials had 'good' meeting with IMF: finance minister. newarab.com 
Lebanese Finance Minister Yassine Jaber on Thursday said his government had good meetings this week with the International Monetary Fund and remained committed to working toward a lending programme. | Current events, including the "Our aim as a government is to reach an agreement with the IMF on a programme," J…
(2026-04-17). JSC disagrees with Tribunal finding in Judge Mbenenge matter. sanews.gov.za JSC disagrees with Tribunal finding in Judge Mbenenge matter | The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has overturned the decision by the Judicial Conduct Tribunal into the complaint of Andiswa Mengo against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge. ⚪ This follows a meeting held last month whereby the JSC, excluding the members designated by the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, held a meeting in terms of section 20(1) of the Judicial Service Commission Act 9 of 1994 (JSC Act), to consider the report of the Judicial Conduct Tribunal into Mengo's complaint. ⚪ This as the Tribunal had ear…
(2026-04-17). OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2026 Starts, Check Steps. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started receiving Online Application forms for Class 11 (Intermediate) Amission 2026 through Online Facilitation System For Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info).
(2026-04-17). Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth reads fake Bible verse from Pulp Fiction. aljazeera.com US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth read a prayer drawn from a misquote of Ezekiel 25: 17 in Pulp Fiction.
(2026-04-17). Drone zone debuts at Canton Fair. ecns.cn With an advanced manufacturing theme, the fair has a total exhibition area of 520,000 square meters and more than 25,000 exhibition booths established by over 12,000 companies in its first phase.
(2026-04-17). PM Shehbaz meets Turkish FM in Antalya ahead of diplomacy forum. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday held an early meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan shortly after landing in Antalya on Thursday, who thanked him for participating in the upcoming Antalya Diplomacy Forum, saying President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan looked forward to meeting the Pakistani premier on the sidelines of the event, according to a statement by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). | According to a statement issued by the PMO, Fidan called on the premier upon his arrival. Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister (FM) Ishaq Dar, along with Special Assistant to the Prime Mi…
(2026-04-17). Government calls on private sector to partner in enhancing conservation. sanews.gov.za Government calls on private sector to partner in enhancing conservation | Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Narend Singh, has called on the private sector to partner with government to slow biodiversity loss, restore critical habitats, and secure the ecological infrastructure that supports the economy. | This as the National Biodiversity Assessment (NBA) paints a concerning picture of the state of the country's biodiversity, showing that nearly one-third of terrestrial ecosystems are classified as threatened. | "Pressures on biodiversity are intensifying habitat loss from agriculture, se…
(2026-04-17). French lawmakers pass bill simplifying return of colonial-era art. ecns.cn French lawmakers on Monday passed a bill to simplify the return of artworks looted during the colonial era to their countries of origin.
(2026-04-17). Chelsea vs Manchester United: Premier League — teams, lineups, start. aljazeera.com Chelsea could blow the race for UEFA Champions League qualification wide open if they beat Man Utd in EPL on Saturday.
(2026-04-17). Friday 5/1: Sequence to Survival: Using Genomics to Save Biodiversity. indybay.org UC Santa Cruz Merrill Cultural Center…
(2026-04-17). Transnet Rail Infrastructure invites bids for sidings lease RFPs. sanews.gov.za Transnet Rail Infrastructure invites bids for sidings lease RFPs | Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) has issued Sidings Lease Requests for Proposals (RFPs) covering nine rail siding facilities located across the Eastern and Central Regions. | Successful bidders will be awarded leases for a minimum period of 10 years, with clear performance and investment commitments tied to the lease term. | Proposals are expected to include comprehensive infrastructure upgrades to enhance operational efficiency and enable seamless road-to-rail integration. | These may include rail line refurbishment; loading and hand…
(2026-04-17). Newly revamped train offers travelers luxury of a star-rated hotel. ecns.cn An inaugural 12-day trip on a newly renovated five-star travel train set off from Wuhan, Hubei province, on Wednesday night, expecting to provide luxurious experiences for tourists.
(2026-04-17). Research demonstrates that enhanced instruction in genetics can reduce racist conceptions among students. wsws.org A groundbreaking study in genetics education examines the relationship between the quality of genetics education and the development of racist ideas among young people and the dire consequences for a researcher's career.
(2026-04-17). Indonesia and the politics of platform governance. globalvoices.org Can the Indonesian government truly tame digital platforms?Global VoicesFour tween boys crowd around a mobile phone in Jakarta, Indonesia. Image from Indonesia's Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, along with several officials from government agencies, conducted an
(2026-04-17). TS Inter 1st, 2nd Results 2026 Declared: Check Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com TS Inter 11th, 12th Topper List 2026: Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (TSBIE) has declared today i.e. Sunday April 12, 2026 on its official website tsbie.cgg.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for TS Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) 1st and 2nd year 2026 examinations.
(2026-04-17). City of Gold Coast hides new Beach Bar proposals from residents. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-17). French Assembly Withdraws Attack on Free Speech, For Now. indybay.org As part of a week of protests across France to show solidarity and resistance with Palestinians, a large protest in Paris on April 16 took place near the National Assembly ahead of a scheduled vote on the controversial anti-semitism bill "The Yadan law." But at the last minute, the Assembly withdrew the draft bill deciding instead to incorporate its full text into a new draft that it will consider in late June.
(2026-04-17). Iran war brings massive price and profit gouging. wsws.org Global oil companies are raking in additional profits at the rate of $30 million per hour as the result of the price hikes induced by the war.
(2026-04-17). Books on the Bay of Pigs and the Roa-Stevenson Debate presented at the Patria Colloquium. radiohc.cu The Ocean Sur publishing house presented new books about the Bay of Pigs invasion, the first major defeat of imperialism in Latin America, and the famous debate between diplomats Raúl Roa and Adlai Stevenson at the United Nations. | The event took place at the 5th edition of the Patria International Colloquium and was attended by the president of Ocean Press and Ocean Sur, David Deutschmann, and the president of the Latin American news agency Prensa Latina, Jorge Legañoa. | "For almost 40 years, publishing hundreds of books on the Cuban Revolution, we have tried to prioritize the words of the Revolution, because…
(2026-04-17). Ibrahim Traore Must Remember — Africa's Problem are Weak Institutions, Not Democracy. ummid.com Burkina Faso or Africa's challenge, therefore, is not to reject democracy in favour of ill-defined alternatives, but to undertake the harder task of making it work.
(2026-04-17). CARTOONS: latest weapons of mass. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-17). Sunday 4/26: Film Screening: Eating Our Way to Extinction. indybay.org Santa Cruz County Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-17). Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression, but ready to fight. scmp.com Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said Thursday that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight should it happen. | Diaz-Canel spoke during a rally that drew hundreds of people to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the declaration of the Cuban Revolution's socialist essence.
(2026-04-17). 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.
(2026-04-17). China, Spain to deepen cooperation in innovation, industrial chains. ecns.cn China is willing to work with Spain to strengthen strategic alignment and policy coordination, continuously improve the business environment, and promote deeper cooperation among enterprises in technological innovation and industrial and supply chains, Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-17). China's 3-satellite surveillance network, Hong Kong's inflation surge: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. 3 satellites to track all? Chinese radar images confirm US military fears…
(2026-04-17). Hajj 2026: Pilgrims asked to confirm flight booking online. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has asked all pilgrims embarking to Makkah for Hajj 2026 to confirm online the flight booking allotted to them.
(2026-04-17). RFK Jr. Confronted Over Statement That Black Children Should Be 'Re-Parented' Because They're All On ADHD Meds. newsone.com 
I don't know who needs to hear this, but a federal administration full of proud white nationalists has no business taking it upon itself to assess Black health, the needs of Black children or that of the Black community in general. Actually, I know exactly who needs to hear this: Health and Human Services Secretary …
(2026-04-17). Hormuz must open, G7 ready to mitigate war fallout: France FM. newarab.com 
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure told reporters Thursday that the Finance ministers and central bank governors from the Group of Seven advanced economies added in a statement released Thursday that "it is urgent to limit" the global economic cost of an enduring "G7 members reaffirmed the pressing need to move toward a lasting peac…
(2026-04-17). AP IPE Inter 2026 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2026 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2026-04-17). Thursday 4/23: People's Park 57th Anniversary – Cafe Night & film. indybay.org Long Haul Infoshop – 3124 Shattuck Ave Berkeley…
(2026-04-17). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-17). Saturday 4/25: Dog$piracy Screening at the Roxie Theater. indybay.org Roxie Theater, 3125 16th Street, San Francisco CA 94103…
(2026-04-17). Is America on the Verge of a Nuclear Renaissance? wattsupwiththat.com It has been more than seven years since President Donald Trump signed the Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act (NEIMA) into law — and it has taken all seven years (including four during the Biden Administration) for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to issue a final rule implementing its provisions.
(2026-04-17). Madhya Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026 – Date: April 15, Time: 11:00 AM. ummid.com The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026.
(2026-04-17). Climate adaptation funding is scarce. Private investors could help. grist.org 
The Afsluitdijk is a 32 kilometer causeway in the Netherlands that, since 1932, has been one of the country's primary barriers against sea level rise. But after nearly a century of use it needed
(2026-04-17). Al-Nassr strengthens SPL Standings with hard-fought win over Al-Ettifaq. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Saudi FC Wednesday April 15, 2026 defeated Al-Ettifaq 1-0 to further strengthen its Saudi Pro League Standings.
(2026-04-17). opposition suffers from with too many Magyars. haaretz.com Naftali Bennett may be encouraged by the victory of a right-wing candidate in Hungary, but he has a problem with his opposition partners. Research is showing that Netanyahu's most loyal voters are leaving Likud. And, what's the hottest name to appear on a party slate for the next Knesset election…
(2026-04-17). Madison, May 16, 2026: Wisconsin Unity Summit. wibailoutpeople.org 
Save the Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026Wisconsin Unity Summit — All Day — Madison Join Wisconsin Justice Leaders who are signing on to this Invitation Letter More information about this summit can be found in the Invitation above. To get updates and more information, please fill out this form: tinyurl.com/WI-Unity-Campaign-Sign-up Our goal is to create a …
(2026-04-17). $96 Million to Nowhere: The Predictable Failure of Subsidized Electric Buses. wattsupwiththat.com Paying one group to produce and another to consume does not guarantee usefulness. It guarantees activity.
(2026-04-17). After Trump attack, Pope Leo slams 'tyrants' spending billions on wars. geo.tv 
Pope Leo XIV arrives to hold a holy Mass for peace and justice at Bamenda airport in Bamenda, Cameroon, April 16, 2026. — ReutersBAMENDA: Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants", in unusually forceful…
(2026-04-17). China launches largest AI4S computing cluster with 60,000 chips. ecns.cn A new supercomputing cluster capable of handling the most demanding scientific AI tasks has gone live in Central China's Henan province, marking a major step forward in the country's push to integrate artificial intelligence with scientific research.
(2026-04-17). Tennis-playing robot helps showcase Haidian district as a high-tech hub. ecns.cn A humanoid robot developed by Galbot and Tsinghua University in Beijings Haidian district has demonstrated real-time tennis rally capabilities, as the area accelerates the development and deployment of embodied artificial intelligence technologies.
(2026-04-17). US oil floats to top as Asia looks for Middle Eastern alternatives amid Iran war. scmp.com Asian refiners have grown increasingly reliant on US crude as oil-starved fuel makers scour the globe to replace Middle Eastern supply and stave off shortages that could ripple through the broader economy. | Buyers in Japan led the charge to purchase May-loading cargoes from the US early in the month, with South Korean, Singaporean and Thai processors also among customers, said traders familiar with the matter. At least 60 million barrels of grades from the US Gulf were bought for loading next…
(2026-04-17). This Rock n Roll – Interview w/ author Daniel Rachel on Pop Music & The Third Reich. indybay.org Audio interview with author Daniel Rachel, author of the new book This Ain't Rock n Roll – Pop Music, The Swastika and The Third Reich. (October 30, 2025 – Akashic Books)…
(2026-04-17). 100 former US lawmakers have become foreign lobbyists. responsiblestatecraft.org As Pete Hegseth was fighting an uphill battle to be confirmed as the secretary of defense, an experienced politico came running to whip votes: Norm Coleman, a former Republican senator from Minnesota.After
(2026-04-17). Democrat Analilia Mejia defeats Republican Joe Hathaway in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election. Here's why it matters. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Progressive Democrat
(2026-04-17). Chinese embassy urges Japan to investigate threats, ensure safety of personnel. ecns.cn The Embassy of China in Japan on Thursday urged the Japanese side to promptly investigate a series of terror threats and take effective measures to ensure the safety of Chinese diplomatic missions and personnel in the country.
(2026-04-17). Sino-Pakistan project yields satisfactory results. ecns.cn A hybrid rice variety, jointly developed by China's Wuhan University and the University of the Punjab in Pakistan, is moving toward wider commercial use in Pakistan.
(2026-04-17). AP Inter 1st, 2nd Result 2026: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) is set to declare soon on its official website bie.ap.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for AP Intermediate 1st (Class 11) and 2nd year (Class 12) 2026 examinations.
(2026-04-17). Tax Day Protest at the Zionist Consulate. indybay.org Our tax money for Israel's bombs are big problem for many…
(2026-04-17). Bill Clinton: Is He a Lifetime Supporter of a CIA Dictatorship? indybay.org The Wikipedia article on Bill Clinton with in parenthesis what the article proves and what other sources have said, making it appear Bill Clinton is a lifetime supporter of turning America into the same dictatorship Donald Trump wants.
(2026-04-17). Monday 4/20: No War, No ICE, Free Palestine: May Day Mass Call. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/nowarmayday…
(2026-04-17). Financial majors step up AI-driven strategic overhaul. ecns.cn China's major banks and insurers are racing to embed artificial intelligence at the heart of their operations, ramping up intelligent computing and pushing technology from a back-office support function to a front-line engine powering financial services.
(2026-04-17). Six Takeaways From Sunday's Hungarian Election. portside.org Six Takeaways From Sunday's Hungarian Election |
(2026-04-17). Deep-diving robots help crack the mystery of Antarctica's vanishing sea ice. grist.org 
(2026-04-17). Congo's Sassou Nguesso sworn in for fifth term. aljazeera.com Denis Sassou Nguesso has been sworn in for a fifth term as president of the Republic of Congo.
(2026-04-17). Chris Krohn on Santa Cruz Mayoral Race. indybay.org Yes, we have a housing crisis, but it is an affordable housing crisis. Our mayor and city council are making deals with people building these high-priced units, like River Row, and allowing developers to set public policy.
(2026-04-17). Bushra Bibi shifted to hospital, says PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar. tribune.com.pk 
Bushara Bibi, wife of incarcerated former premier and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, was taken to the hospital last night, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan posted on X on Friday. | In a post on X, Gohar said, "Late night, I was informed through a message that Bushra BB had been shifted to the hospital last night and that I would be briefed about the treatment". | Late night I was informed thought a message that Bushra BB had been shifted to the hospital last night and that I would be briefed about the treatment. Awaiting that I would request meeting of family members with her. And also mee…
(2026-04-17). The practical guide to ageing well and staying active in Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-17). TS SSC Results 2026 – Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana is declaring on its official website 'bse.telangana.gov.in' the results of the students who appeared in the TS SSC (Class 10) examination in 2026.
(2026-04-17). Haaretz during the Arab Revolt: Blood is the glue that binds a nation and its land. haaretz.com At the start of the Arab Revolt, which began 90 years ago this week, the newspaper told its readers that 'the God of Israel wanted our sacrifices,' and promised that the Jewish community was here to stay…
(2026-04-17). Have your say on draft procurement regulations. sanews.gov.za Have your say on draft procurement regulations | National Treasury has published the draft General Public Procurement Regulations, 2026 and draft Public Procurement Tribunal Regulations, 2026, for public comment in the Government Gazette. | The draft regulations and the notices can be accessed on the National Treasury website They were published in terms of section 63(1) of the Public Procurement Act, 2024 (Act No. 28 of 2024), as communicated through notices in Govern…
(2026-04-17). From Havana: An invitation to continue building Homeland and Humanity. radiohc.cu Under Martí's premise that "Homeland is humanity" and with a call to communicators from Cuba and the world not to falter in this common struggle, the 5th International Colloquium Patria was inaugurated on Thursday in Havana. | The opening ceremony, which took place at the Cultural Station on Línea and 18th Streets, was attended by Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, who, along with more than 500 guests, both Cuban and international, welcomed a new edition of the event, which is increasingly consolidating itself as a spa…
(2026-04-17). EconoScope | China's energy storage boom powers global demand amid energy crisis. ecns.cn China's energy storage sector is seeing explosive overseas demand amid mounting global energy uncertainty, positioning the country as a key provider of stability.
(2026-04-17). Will Blockade of Hormuz Reshape Global Energy? juancole.com
(2026-04-17). 'Power in the Hands of People': Union Leaders Push To Revive Ailing US Labor Movement. portside.org 'Power in the Hands of People': Union Leaders Push To Revive Ailing US Labor Movement |
(2026-04-17). Saturday 4/25: Attack on BirthrightCitizenship:Trump,SupremeCourt &Poetry Carved Into Angel Islands Walls. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Ave. | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-04-17). SFD signs agreement to extend $3b deposit with SBP. tribune.com.pk 
The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) on Friday signed an agreement with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to extend the maturity of its $3 billion deposit, Radio Pakistan reported. | "The agreement, signed between the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), provides for the extension in the maturity of a USD 3 billion deposit placed by SFD with the State Bank of Pakistan", according to X post. | Finance Minister Witnesses Signing of Saudi Deposit Extension Agreement with State Bank of Pakistan | Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, witnessed the si…
(2026-04-17). Pentagon in panic mode? Trump pushes civilian firms to make missiles as stocks run dry amid Iran war. hindustantimes.com Is the world's "most powerful military" quietly running out of weapons? And is that what's really driving Washington's sudden shift in tone? As the Iran conflict stretches on, reports suggest the U.S. is facing a deepening munitions crunch, one that didn't begin in this war, but may be reaching a breaking point because of it. Years of supplying Ukraine, followed by sustained operations in the Middle East, have reportedly drained critical missile stockpiles. Now, the question is no longer just about battlefield strategy but industrial capacity. Why is the Pentagon reportedly reaching out to civilian giants like Fo…
(2026-04-17). Open Letter to A-G Michelle Rowland: Mercy for David McBride. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-17). World's largest intelligent container ship sets sail. ecns.cn The delivery of the nation's first and the world's largest intelligent container ship powered entirely by electricity marks the transition toward a greener and more intelligent future by China's shipping industry, experts said.
(2026-04-17). Australian ex-soldier Roberts-Smith granted bail in Afghan war crimes case. aljazeera.com Former soldier is accused of murdering five people in Afghanistan.
(2026-04-17). Sculptor remolds clay modeling for new generation. ecns.cn The lively small clay figurines created for the Year of the Horse Spring Festival stand out among the traditional large sculptures of figures such as Guan Yu and Confucius at the Tianjin Clay Figure Zhang Studio in Dongli district, Tianjin.
(2026-04-17). Inside Israel's prison system. aljazeera.com As Palestinians mark Prisoners' Day, more than 9,600 Palestinians are still being held in Israeli prisons.
(2026-04-17). California Juneteenth remains a quasi-optional holiday for a majority of State Employees. indybay.org 2026 California State Capitol Juneteenth we will have a special session on updates on Global, Nationwide and California Reparations – Slavery Corporate Disclosure explores who profited or profits from slavery here in California and beyond.
(2026-04-17). Ronaldo, Joao Felix shine as Al-Nassr sets new SPL record beating Al-Akhdoud. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26: Portuguese footballers Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix shined as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Akhdoud 2-0 Saturday April 11, 2026 in their 28th Saudi Pro League match this season.
(2026-04-17). Thursday 5/14: AFSCME 3299 UCSF Strike At St. Francis & St. indybay.org St. Francis & St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco…
(2026-04-17). Celebrations on the road as people begin returning to southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com People celebrate on the roads in southern Lebanon as they drive to their homes after the ceasefire announcement.
(2026-04-17). Ask a Climate Therapist: Why should I plan for my future when I feel we don't have one? grist.org 
Dear Leslie, | I'm a young adult trying to figure out what I'm doing with my life. It feels really hard to plan for my future given the uncertainty climate change produces, and sometimes I feel like my degree, which I'm passionate about, will be useless "when the apocalypse comes." How can I plan well for my future when I don't know what the world will look like in 10 years, let alone 50? | — Scared Student |
| Dear Scared Student, | You're asking one of the most significant questions of your generation, and it's one that I'm hearing more and more from young people who are tuned into the rapid sh…
(2026-04-17). Eight killed in helicopter crash in Indonesia. tribune.com.pk 
All eight people on board an Airbus H130 helicopter were killed after it crashed on Thursday in Sekadau regency, West Kalimantan province of Indonesia, authorities said Friday. | The aircraft was carrying six passengers, a pilot and a co-pilot. | The helicopter departed from Melawi regency at 7.34 am local time (0034GMT) and lost contact at 8.39 am. | "All victims have been confirmed dead," Jakarta Globe quoted a Sekadau police official as saying. | Rescue teams reached the crash site later the same day, but evacuation efforts were hindered by difficult terrain and low visibility.
(2026-04-17). Trump scammed by Iran and Pakistan. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's Hormuz ultimatum was impossible for Iran to meet, making renewed US action to reopen the strait all but inevitable.
(2026-04-17). 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.
(2026-04-17). IMF warns of war's human impact far from Middle East. newarab.com 
IMF economists warned Thursday that the war in Iran could have "very, certainly severe" consequences far outside the region – especially for energy-importing countries. | Countries in East Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa are among the countries most affected now – and who could suffer the most – outside the region, as the conflict stretches on. | Ironically, the ongoing virtual closure of the Bu…
(2026-04-17). Thailand's right-wing government formally takes power. wsws.org The new cabinet, in which the Bhumjaithai Party holds 31 posts and its junior partner Pheu Thai holds nine, is unmistakably pro-business and pro-military.
(2026-04-17). Cold weather to dominate SA. sanews.gov.za Cold weather to dominate SA | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says a period of cold, wet and windy weather conditions is expected to affect large parts of the country from Friday through to Monday, 20 April. | "This change in weather is associated with the passage of two consecutive cold fronts making landfall over the western parts of South Africa. Initially, these systems are expected to impact the Western Cape and Northern Cape before spreading eastwards across the central and eastern interior over the weekend," the weather service said. | Daytime maximum temperatures are expected to drop significantl…
(2026-04-17). First-quarter growth robust at 5%. ecns.cn China's economic growth accelerated to 5 percent in the first quarter of 2026 despite mounting external uncertainties, underscoring that the resilience of the world's second-largest economy is underpinned by its vast domestic market, officials and experts said on Thursday.
(2026-04-17). When Assam Electorates Register Historic Polling Turnout. ummid.com With high voters' participation in Assam, the political observers in the region put two completely opposite predictions, where one group is favouring the return of the BJP-led government, and the other one, has been weighing for the Indian National Congress-led opposition alliance.
(2026-04-17). Saturday 4/18: Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING San Jose. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José…
(2026-04-17). South African politician Malema sentenced to 5 years for firing rifle at rally. scmp.com South African opposition party leader Julius Malema was sentenced to five years in prison Thursday after he was convicted of breaking firearm laws by firing a rifle at a political rally in 2018. | He was released pending an appeal, which will be heard at a later date.
(2026-04-17). Italy suspends defence pact with Israel over Netanyahu's war mongering. ummid.com In a major setback for Netanyahu-led far right Zionist regime, Italy has suspended its defence deal with Israel over the ongoing war in the Middle East.
(2026-04-17). Eco-Luxury: The New Normal in Premium Housing. ummid.com Luxury townships following the eco-luxury blueprint generally do not advertise the details mentioned here, as they are expected to have them as a matter of course.
(2026-04-17). Cuba 'ready' for possible US attack: president. newarab.com 
(2026-04-17). Meet Peter Magyar who ended Viktor Orban's 16-yr-rule in Hungary. ummid.com Peter Magyar is the Man of the Hour, after ending the Viktor Mihály Orbán's 16-year-long right-wing rule in Hungary, and probably also the country's tussle with the European Union (EU) and NATO.
(2026-04-17). SEIU1021/IFPTE21 City Workers Rally at SF General Against Mayor Union Busting Layoffs. indybay.org Hundreds of San Francisco SEIU 1021 and IFPTE Local 21 rallied at San Francisco General Hospital to demand an end to lay-offs by Mayor Daniel Lurie and support Prop D which raising taxes on high paid CEOs…
(2026-04-17). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-17). DOG-EAT-DOG Selfishness Is the Root of All Evil. indybay.org Selfishness is the root of all evil, driving environmental destruction, social inequality, and political corruption. Ayn Rand's "Objectivism," libertarians, right-wing ideologues, and corporate elites, has brainwashed society to embrace individualism over collective responsibility, leading to corporate fascism and pathocracy (rule by sociopaths & psychopaths) destroying humanity and the world.
(2026-04-17). After 2 votes in favor, UAW bureaucracy denies strike approval to student workers at Columbia University. wsws.org The UAW bureaucracy has twice now rejected their democratic vote; student must organize to impose this decision, with or without the approval of corrupt and unaccountable bureaucrats.
(2026-04-17). Thursday 4/23: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-17). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-17). Digital, smart tech helps bring forward delivery of China's second home-built large cruise ship. ecns.cn China's second domestically built large cruise ship, Adora Flora City, will be delivered in Shanghai on Nov. 6, nearly two months ahead of schedule thanks to digital and intelligent technologies that have helped accelerate construction, its builder said on Thursday.
(2026-04-17). On Tax Day, Mamdani Taxed the Rich. portside.org On Tax Day, Mamdani Taxed the Rich |
(2026-04-17). Wedding guest dress ideas for Australian country weddings. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-17). Madison Workers Assembly April 25, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-17). Tuesday 7/7: Apple Whistleblower Ashley Gjovik And the Fight for Worker Rights & Environmental Justice. indybay.org San Jose Peace | Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, 95112…
(2026-04-17). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-17). Watch: Ronaldo's Free Kick Goal Viral Ahead of Al-Nassr Vs Al Akhdoud Clash. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26: The video of Portuguese legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's 'insane' free kick goal has gone viral ahead of Al-Nassr vs Al-Akhdoud Saudi Pro League (SPL) match Saturday April 11, 2026.
(2026-04-17). President Claudia Sheinbaum highlights long history of brotherhood between Mexico and Cuba. radiohc.cu President Claudia Sheinbaum has affirmed that the people of Mexico and Cuba share a long history of brotherhood and solidarity, after receiving the credentials of Ambassador Eugenio Martínez. | "We also received the credentials of the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba, Eugenio Martínez Enriquez. The people of Cuba and Mexico share a long history of brotherhood and solidarity," the head of the Executive Branch stated in a message on her social media account. The president has reaffirmed her support for Cuba on several occasions, which has materialized in various shipments of material aid to the Caribbean nation,…
(2026-04-17). Tone-deaf, expensive tourism songs draw a lot of flak. ecns.cn A government-funded tourism promotion song with a price tag of 3 million yuan ($440,000) has drawn criticism across China, with authorities noting that the costly project is not grounded in practical needs.
(2026-04-17). Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2026: Student Registration Starts, Last Date April 30. ummid.com The Maharashtra Education Department has started from today i.e. Friday April 10, 2026 online registration of FYJC 2026 or Class 11 students through official portal mahafyjcadmissions.in.
(2026-04-17). Multiple segments on this morning's interview with News X World (India). gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-04-17). Channel Island CSU CFA Professor Acquitted of All Charges After ICE Frame-up. indybay.org
(2026-04-17). Empire: Winners and Losers in Trump's America. juancole.com
(2026-04-17). In Numbers: China's economic indicators in Q1 of 2026. ecns.cn
(2026-04-17). Madison: Freedom Rising A Benefit for Voces de la Frontera May 1, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-17). CA State Capitol Juneteenth – Dia de Los Negroes – Slavery Era Banking Disclosure Featured. indybay.org California State Legislature joins growing notion of considering "Corporate Slavery Era Disclosure" proposals that adds weight to the UN-designated "gravest crime against humanity" as a matured financial debt, calling for restorative justice modalities that include direct compensatory payouts to a verified global class of descendants to trigger a new era of worldwide growth.
(2026-04-17). It's On in WI!: All Out for May Day 2026 in Milwaukee, Madison, Janesville, Manitowoc (Art Builds, Phone Banking, Fundraisers More)… wibailoutpeople.org 
Voces de la Frontera Este #PrimeroDeMayo, nos levantamos en todo Wisconsin àönete a trabajadores inmigrantes y sus familias para exigir justicia, dignidad y protecciones. Milwaukee — Marcha principal 10: 00 am — Oficina de Voces, 733 W Historic Mitchell St. 11: 00 am — Marchamos hacia el Edificio Federal (517 E Wisconsin Ave) Green Bay — Autobús …
(2026-04-17). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-16). Defense Secretary Uses Bible Story to Bash "Trump-Hating" Press. truthout.org In comments to reporters on Thursday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth used a religious parable to criticize the media — the latest in a series of many religious statements he's made since the start of the U.S.'s war on Iran. During his remarks, Hegseth recounted his pastor's sermon at his church this past weekend. The pastor, Hegseth said, discussed the story of Jesus Christ healing a man… |
(2026-04-16). Amid Hormuz crisis, US to pull plug on Iran, Russia oil sanctions waiver? Trump aide ends suspense. hindustantimes.com The United States has signaled a firm stance on sanctions and energy policy amid rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, China, and Russia. Responding to questions on possible sanctions relief, Scott Bessent made it clear that there will be no renewal of general licenses for Iranian or Russian oil exports, tightening pressure on both nations. Officials revealed that China had been purchasing over 90% of Iran's oil exports, accounting for a significant portion of its energy needs. However, due to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a pause in Chinese buying is expected. The U.S. Treasury has also warned Chinese…
(2026-04-16). Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. al-monitor.com BRUSSELS, April 16 (Reuters) – European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed on Thursday a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, and reiterated that Europe would continue to call for the respect of Lebanon's territorial integrity."I welcome the announced 10 day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by President Trump. This is a relief, as this conflict has already claimed far too many lives," wrote von der Leyen on X.
(2026-04-16). Israel May Be Preparing to Permanently Reoccupy Southern Lebanon. truthout.org On April 16, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon, set to begin later that day. Although Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam welcomed this announcement, it is unlikely to put a stop to Israel's expanding occupation of south Lebanon. In the hours before the announcement, Israel continued to bomb Lebanon's south, bombing a school as well as… |
(2026-04-16). Trump says Israel and Lebanon's leaders will speak on Thursday. aljazeera.com The US president says the conversation will be the first between the Israeli and Lebanese leaders in 34 years.
(2026-04-16). Lebanon talks: A 'farce' disguising something much more sinister. responsiblestatecraft.org On the surface, the launch of Israeli-Lebanese negotiations earlier this week seems like a big deal. In the first face-to-face talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials in more than 30 years, ambassadors from all three countries met under the auspices of Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington. But despite Trump hailing the talks as a "historic opportunity" for peace, the process is largely a farce. The relatively low-level ambassadorial meeting included no Israeli or Lebanese decision makers — and unsurprisingly produced little by way of progress.Moreover, the real "negotiations" are coming in…
(2026-04-16). Hezbollah MP to AFP: direct Lebanon-Israel talks a. al-monitor.com Hezbollah lawmaker Hussein Hajj Hassan told AFP on Thursday that the Lebanese government's decision to hold direct negotiations with Israel was a "grave error", urging Beirut to stop making concessions to Israel and the United States.Israel and Lebanon agreed on Tuesday to begin direct talks following a landmark meeting between the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to the United States, weeks after Hezbollah pulled Lebanon into the Middle East war with rocket fire at Israel in support of its backer Iran.The militant group has strongly opposed direct negotiations.
(2026-04-16). Israel, Lebanon to speak after '34 years', says Trump. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak for the first time in 34 years on Thursday, as he claims he is "trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon." | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1164122… | The announcement came after Israel's and Lebanon's envoys to the US held rare, direct talks in Washington to discuss an end to Israeli attacks on its neighbour, according to Al Jazeera. Israel…
(2026-04-16). Headlines for April 16, 2026. democracynow.org Senate Narrowly Rejects Resolutions to Halt Iran War and Arms Sales to Israel, Iran Warns It Will Blockade the Sea of Oman and Red Sea Unless U.S. Ends Its Naval Blockade, Israel Continues Deadly Strikes on Lebanon Even as Diplomats Hold First Direct Talks in Decades, Palestinians Hold Funeral Procession for Five Killed in Israeli Strike on Gaza City, Pentagon Announces Fifth Deadly Strike on Alleged Drug Boat in a Week, Democrats File Articles of Impeachment Against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, The Guardian: Top Oil and Gas Companies Made $30M Per Hour in Windfall Profits from Iran War, Nine Killed as Turkey…
(2026-04-16). Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says. al-monitor.com April 16 (Reuters) – Israel and Lebanon will implement a 10-day ceasefire beginning 5 pm EST (2100 GMT) on Thursday to enable negotiations toward a permanent security and peace agreement, the U.S. State Department said, adding that the ceasefire period may be extended by mutual agreement.
(2026-04-16). US confirms loss of $238M surveillance drone during Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
rauryThe US Naval Safety Command has confirmed the loss of an MQ-4C Triton surveillance drone on April 9, classifying it as a Class A mishap, meaning damages exceeding $2 million, with no injuries to personnel. | The location of the incident was withheld for operational security reasons, but the drone was last tracked flying in international airspace toward Iran. There is no evidence that it went down in Iranian territory. | Read: Israel, Lebanon to speak on Thursday after 34 years | The high-altitude drone, valued at approximately $238 million, had been conducting a maritime surveillance mission over the Pers…
(2026-04-16). US Carries Out Fifth Boat Strike in Under a Week, Bringing Death Toll to 177. truthout.org As Republicans and several Democrats in the U.S. Senate gave the go-ahead for the U.S. to send more bombs and military equipment to Israel for its attacks on Gaza and Lebanon on Wednesday, the Trump administration was continuing what it claims is an effort to rid Latin American countries of drug traffickers — killing three people aboard a vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean in the U.S. |
(2026-04-16). Trump says Lebanon-Israel leaders could meet at White House. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Thursday after announcing a 10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire that leaders of the two countries could meet at the White House over the next week or two.Trump spoke to both leaders as the ceasefire was announced. He said he was working on a longer term deal."It's very exciting. I think we're going to have a deal where we're going to have a meeting, first time in 44 years, and Lebanon will be meeting with Israel, and they're probably going to do it at the White House over the next week or two," Trump said.
(2026-04-16). Lebanon buries paramedics killed in Israeli 'triple-tap' strikes. newarab.com 
The method, which involves striking the same location multiple times to maximise casualties and prevent rescue efforts, has been repeatedly documented in Gaza during Israel's assault. | An Israeli strike on the town of Mayfadoun on Wednesday hit a team from t…
(2026-04-16). Hegseth invokes Bible to compare reporters to enemies of Jesus. al-monitor.com By Phil Stewart and Idrees AliWASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cited biblical scripture on Thursday to attack the media, comparing reporters to Jewish adversaries of Jesus Christ plotting "how to destroy him."Hegseth's comments sought to counter what he saw as negative coverage of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. They also came amid an escalating feud between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo, the first U.S.-born leader of the Catholic Church and a critic of the war.
(2026-04-16). The Trump/Newsom nuke war against renewables gets a Diablo push. nationofchange.org Together Trump and Newsom are pushing nuclear power plants whose drastic deregulation may now rival the dangers posed by any bombs Iran could produce.
(2026-04-16). The Fossil Fuel System Is Collapsing — and Taking Civilisation's Safety Net With It. bylinetimes.com 
The world has crossed a tipping point into an era of permanently declining fossil fuel supplies — and unless governments and industry act on that reality now, the result will be a full-system breakdown across every sector on which modern civilisation depends. | The war on Iran has broken five critical systems at the same time — energy, food, industry, pharmaceuticals and government finances — and each failure is feeding every other in a self-reinforcing spiral. The fossil fuel system driving it all was already in structural collapse before the first missile was fired. The war has accelerated…
(2026-04-16). Brazil's Lula blasts Trump's fear-based rule, calls for 'great maturity'. scmp.com Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva delivered a blunt critique of US President Donald Trump in an interview with Spanish newspaper El Pais published on Thursday, saying world leaders should seek respect rather than ‚Äårule by fear. | "Trump has no right to wake up in the morning and threaten a country," Lula told El Pais, referring to the president's public threat on April 7 to wipe out Iranian civilisation as part of the US-Israeli war on Iran.
(2026-04-16). Europe running low on jet fuel, stoking fears of flight cancellations. scmp.com Europe has "maybe 6 weeks or so [of] jet fuel left", the head of the International Energy Agency said on Thursday in a wide-ranging interview, warning of possible flight cancellations "soon" if oil supplies remain blocked by the Iran war. | IEA executive director Fatih Birol painted a sobering picture of the global repercussions of what he called "the largest energy crisis we have ever faced", stemming from the pinch-off of oil, gas and other vital supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-16). Iran hasn't survived decades of hostile sanctions, assassinations and sabotage by accident it's by strategy. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Prince Taofeek Ajibade US President Donald Trump probably thinks he can starve a country that feeds itself. Washington is selling the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a chokehold. However, it is worth asking whether the hand actually reaches the throat. Iran shares land borders with seven countries — Türkiye, Iraq,…
(2026-04-16). Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz force us to reconsider the material benefits of fossil fuels. onlineopinion.com.au Energy 'reality' tells us that we need refineries to convert crude oil into usable transportation fuels and products.
(2026-04-16). Hormuz Crisis "Only Going to Get More Horrific Before It Gets Any Better" : Prof. Laleh Khalili. democracynow.org 
Amid the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, we speak with Laleh Khalili, a professor of Gulf studies who researches the shipping and logistics industry and its impact on the global economy. The U.S. implemented a naval blockade on Iran earlier this week, which Khalili says could lead to its military "firing on ships that it assumes are Iranian or carrying oil from Iran or other cargo to Iran." Iran, in response, could "interpret this as a belligerent action," ending the fragile ceasefire agreed to by both parties. "Iran is going to defend itself against this imperial imposition, and how it's going to d…
(2026-04-16). Crisis in Hormuz: US and China Face Off Over Global Oil Lifeline. thinktank.pk The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has evolved into more than a regional conflict—it is now a defining moment in global geopolitics. As tensions escalate following the United States' military actions and naval blockade, a key question has emerged: Are the United States and China moving toward direct confrontation in one of the world's …
(2026-04-16). U.S. Pursuing Iranian-Linked Ships All Over The World In Addition To Its Blockade (Updated). twz.com 
The U.S. military is not limiting its efforts to interdict Iranian vessels to the Middle East. Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told reporters today that this is a global campaign. | "Let me be clear, this blockade applies to all ships, regardless of nationality, heading into or from Iranian ports," he said. "The U.S. action is a blockade of Iran's ports and coastline, not a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Enforcement will occur inside Iran's territorial seas and in international waters." | "In addition to this blockade, the joint force, through operations and activities in ot…
(2026-04-16). Caitlin Johnstone: I hope the US loses and the empire collapses. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone I don't mind admitting that I hope the US and Israel suffer a crushing, devastating defeat in Iran. I hope this war collapses the entire US empire. My only loyalty is to humanity, and being on Team Human in today's world means being against the US empire and against Israel. I…
(2026-04-16). The changing regime in Washington. unitedworldint.com Interview with Jon B. Alterman, Senior Vice President of the U.S. Center for Strategic and International Studies Regime change in Teheran or in Washington? Though Washington declared regime change in Iran as one of its goals, many see more the change of regime in the U.S. capital. While the US-Israeli war against Iran is on …
(2026-04-16). How did Israel's air defences perform against Iran's missiles. newarab.com 
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(2026-04-16). Cheap Interceptor Drones Proven In Ukraine Protected U.S. Troops Against Iranian Shaheds. twz.com 
Key Takeaways: | Merops drones effectively counter Iranian Shahed attacks. The Merops interceptor drones, initially used in Ukraine, have been deployed to protect U.S. troops from Iranian Shahed-136 munitions. | Cost-effective solution against expensive threats. Each Merops drone costs about $15,000, significantly less than the $30,000 to $50,000 Shaheds they intercept, offering a favorable cost ratio. | Potential for further cost reduction with larger orders. Prices could drop to $3,000 to $5,000 per unit with increased production, making them even more economical. | Streamlined acquisition process en…
(2026-04-16). 'Victor' Iran drops $270 billion bombshell: Trump Arab allies fear massive war reparations demand. hindustantimes.com 270 billion in damage, while officials discuss war reparations during talks in Islamabad. With civilian losses mounting and Trump's blockade facing resistance, tensions are rising fast. Are U.S. Arab allies about to pay the price for the conflict's aftermath? Watch the latest developments.
(2026-04-16). Thursday 4/16: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-04-16). NicaNotes: Human Rights in Nicaragua—What the January 2026 National Lawyers Guild Delegation Found. afgj.org 
NicaNotes April 16, 2026 By Martha L. Schmidt [Martha Schmidt is an international human rights lawyer and activist who focuses on the right to health. She lives in the Pacific Northwest of the U.S. and has participated in several recent solidarity delegations to Nicaragua, Venezuela and Cuba.] During our visit to Nicaragua, we learned how…
(2026-04-16). 'The people have had enough and are taking to the streets': Interview with Venezuelan union leader Eduardo Sánchez. links.org.au 
Eduardo Sánchez discusses the recent economic measures announced by Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez and the rising protest movement for decent wages and pensions.
(2026-04-16). Spokesperson reiterates one-China principle in response to Denmark's change of residency designation for Taiwan residents. ecns.cn The one-China principle is a basic norm governing international relations and a prevailing international consensus, said Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). QVC was once Chester County's second-largest employer. It has filed for bankruptcy. whyy.org West Chester-based The self-described "live social shopping company" QVC Group is buckling under the weight of $6.6 billion of debt as of the end of 2025, according to a Although QVC Group expects to continue operat…
(2026-04-16). After shutting down JBS strike in Greeley, Colorado, UFCW pushes through contract 30 cents better than management's initial offer. wsws.org The agreement addresses none of the workers' demands which led to a powerful three-week strike, the largest in the US meatpacking industry in more than 60 years.
(2026-04-16). Iraq revives idea for compulsory service to 'rebalance' army. newarab.com 
(2026-04-16). Xi urges closer, stronger China-Russia strategic coordination to defend interests, uphold Global South unity. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged closer and stronger strategic coordination between China and Russia to firmly defend their legitimate interests and safeguard the unity of Global South countries.
(2026-04-16). How Israel benefits from funds earmarked for war industry. electronicintifada.net Firm owned by Elbit Systems boasts of going to the moon.
(2026-04-16). 'A bellwether for new forms of repression': 2 Indigenous rights advocates remain behind bars in Russia. grist.org Daria Egereva was supposed to be in New York next week. The Indigenous Selkup climate advocate was expected to return to the U.N. Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, where two years ago she spoke about how Indigenous peoples are confronting environmental degradation and climate change. Instead, this year she is in a Russian jail, facing up to 20 years in prison on terrorism charges. | Egereva was arrested on December 17 along with Natalya Leongardt, another Russian advocate for Indigenous peoples, whose name was not released publicly until last week. Both face accusations of participating in a terrorist grou…
(2026-04-16). Women lifers in Pennsylvania's prisons are getting old, and dying. whyy.org 
Maria Rodriguez has a laundry list of health issues: Degenerative spots in her spine, a hernia, two ulcers, and diabetes, which has caused blindness in her left eye. She spends a lot of time in the infirmary at State Correctional Institution Muncy, walking on her bad knee to receive insulin twice a day. | "I'm dying here," Rodriguez, 68, said. "It's like I'm slowly deteriorating in here." | Maria Rodriguez, 68, has spent nearly five decades incarcerated at State Correctional Institution Muncy. | COURTESY OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS | The stories of six of those women are told in the upcoming podcast…
(2026-04-16). NZ's $86 billion Super Fund failed to properly address human rights, court rules in Palestine case. asiapacificreport.nz By Keiller MacDuff, RNZ News senior reporter The managers of the New Zealand's $86 billion Super Fund failed to properly address human rights issues when considering whether to exclude companies from its investments, the High Court has found Justice Simon Mount granted an application by the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) for judicial review of…
(2026-04-16). Todd Blanche Says Americans "Should Be Happy" With Trump's Weaponization of DOJ. truthout.org In an interview with NBC News on Tuesday, interim Attorney General Todd Blanche indicated that he had no problem with "weaponizing" the Department of Justice (DOJ) on behalf of his boss, President Donald Trump. The statement from Blanche is a direct contradiction of Trump's vow in an executive order at the beginning of his second term to end the "weaponization of the Federal Government… |
(2026-04-16). Israel collaborating with settlers to expel Palestinians from their Old City homes. haaretz.com The Justice Ministry is using a lawyer from the Ateret Cohanim association to lead the eviction process of the Basha family from a building where they have lived for almost a century in the Old City of Jerusalem. The family has less than two weeks to leave…
(2026-04-16). Hardcore History's Dan Carlin On The Imperial Presidency Unleashed. levernews.com Dan Carlin, host of Enjoy this bonus to
(2026-04-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-16). Netflix cofounder Hastings to step down after it lost Warner Bros deal. aljazeera.com The company's stock plunged about 8 percent on the news of Hastings's departure.
(2026-04-16). TUSC to field sixth largest number of local election candidates. thecanary.co 
Nominations have closed for the local elections taking place on 7 May. And the sixth-biggest bloc of candidates — behind Labour, the Tories, Reform, the Lib Dems and the Greens — consists of those using one of the Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition (TUSC) descriptions on their ballot paper. TUSC has been in touch with […] | By
(2026-04-16). April 1776: When America opened its ports to the world. wsws.org As the Trump administration imposes a military closure of Iranian ports, it is notable that 250 years ago this month, on April 6, 1776, the Continental Congress announced that American ports would be open to world.
(2026-04-16). Hannah Spencer is campaigning to protect disabled kids in school fires. thecanary.co 
Hannah Spencer is campaigning to protect disabled children in school fires. Spencer shared on her Instagram that she is working with a young constituent to make schools safer for disabled children. The new Green MP for Denton and Gorton shared the story of Lucas Vezza-O'Brien, a wheelchair user with cerebral palsy. Last year during a […] | By
(2026-04-16). FO Podcasts: The Big Paradox — Why Immigration Divides America Like Nothing Else. fairobserver.com 
Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and Kent Jenkins Jr., a former political reporter from The Washington Post turned communications consultant, explore what they call the "immigration paradox" at the heart of US politics. Donald Trump returned to office in 2025 on a clear promise: to secure the southern border and carry out large-scale deportations. While his administration…
(2026-04-16). There is no connection but human: Why it is vital to value human creativity in the age of AI. globalvoices.org The anthropomorphizing language we use prioritizes engagement over utilityOriginally published on This article is part of the series "Don't ask AI, ask a peer," a collaboration among Global Voices, the Association for Progressive Communication, and GenderIT. The series aims to re-emphasise the…
(2026-04-16). Huge Refinery Fire: Aussie Fuel Crisis Just Got Worse. wattsupwiththat.com Large fire and explosion reported at one of Australia's three operating refineries.
(2026-04-16). US House votes to extend temporary protections for Haitians in Trump rebuke. aljazeera.com Ten Republicans join Democrats to extend Temporary Protected Status for nearly 350,000 Haitians in the United States.
(2026-04-16). Rowan University receives $10M gift to establish school for financial planning. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover?
(2026-04-16). South Africa is stabilising its sugar industry through deliberate reform and investment. sanews.gov.za South Africa is stabilising its sugar industry through deliberate reform and investment | By Moahlodi Maphori | Protecting livelihoods and safeguarding jobs in South Africa's sugar industry remains a key priority for government. The sector is a strategically important agricultural and agro-processing value chain, supporting more than 20,000 direct jobs across milling and cane-growing operations, while sustaining thousands of additional livelihoods in rural communities in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. | The industry continues to operate under severe pressure from challenging domestic and international market cond…
(2026-04-16). Saturday 4/25: The Anti-Defamation League and the Racial State: A Book Talk with Emmaia Gelman. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence, 612 Ocean St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-16). Saudi wealth fund sells football club Al-Hilal. al-monitor.com Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund announced Thursday the sale of its majority stake in Saudi Pro League football club Al-Hilal, where French striker Karim Benzema plays. The PIF, which also owns English Premier League side Newcastle United, sold 70 percent of Al-Hilal to Kingdom Holding Company (KHC), the firm run by Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, a billionaire businessman and member of the Saudi royal family. The deal values the share capital of Al-Hilal at 1.4bn Saudi riyals ($373m).
(2026-04-16). Tuesday 4/28: Trillion-Gallon Time Bomb: Inside the Oil Industry's Toxic Wastewater Pollution Crisis. indybay.org Online event – join from anywhere…
(2026-04-16). What you should know about lead contamination in Omaha, Nebraska. nationofchange.org The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the city of Omaha have spent decades trying to clean it up.
(2026-04-16). Sudan War Enters Year 4 as Civilians Face Violence and Growing Fuel Shortages. truthout.org Sudan marked three years since a bloody civil war began between its national army and the powerful Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group. The RSF revolted against the Sudanese Armed Forces after a 2021 military coup left it with diminished political power. The coup itself upended the civilian-led democratic revolution that ousted Sudan's longtime dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019. Both the RSF and… |
(2026-04-16). Animation highlights threat to children as casualties from explosive weapons in Sudan double. thecanary.co 
A new animated film from Save the Children highlights how children's lives are being torn apart by war, with life-long consequences, as the laws designed to keep them safe are repeatedly broken. British-Sudanese comedian Ola Labib narrates the 2-minute animation. It takes inspiration from the story of a family in Sudan living with the long-term […] | By
(2026-04-16). 3 arrested after attempted arson at London Persian media office. newarab.com 
An ignited container was thrown towards the premises of the unnamed media outlet in Wembley on Wednesday evening, landing in a car park where the fire extinguished itself. No damage was reported, and there were no injuries, the police said. | Officers later pursued a black car in which the suspects were reported to have fled the scene, whi…
(2026-04-16). Shea Serrano Talks "Expensive Basketball" (And Other Things). whyy.org This week, with the NBA postseason tipping off, we sit down with Shea to learn how he developed his unique style of storytelling and why it feels so approachable. We'll hear how he went from a middle school basketball coach to a five-time New York Times bestselling author and catch a glimpse inside his latest book, "Expensive Basketball."
(2026-04-16). Record number of Democratic Senators vote to block Israel arms sales. haaretz.com Despite support from 40 of the 47 Democratic Senators – a historically significant increase in support – both of Bernie Sanders' measures were defeated…
(2026-04-16). Pope lays tribute to fallen Algerian rebels who fought for independence from France. thecanary.co 
Pope Leo has used his visit to Algiers to lay a tribute to Algerian rebels who died fighting for Algeria's independence from France. The Pope, in full regalia, solemnly laid a wreath at the FLN (National Liberation Front) monument in the city: The tribute is a pointed reminder to today's neo-imperial powers of the will […] | By
(2026-04-16). Trading people for processors: AI layoffs reveal the logic of capitalism. peoplesworld.org 
Something has shifted in the way American corporations talk about firing people. Not long ago, a wave of mass layoffs was read as a bad omen—a company in trouble, cutting losses, circling the drain. Today, on Wall Street and in the business press, the calculus has been turned on its head. Announce that you're slashing …
(2026-04-16). Wednesday 4/15: Santa Cruz: Tax Day Protest. indybay.org Downtown Post Office, Front Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-16). The Role of the Black Church in Getting and Keeping Us Free (Part 6). mediasanctuary.org On Saturday, February 28, 2026, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Troy4Black Lives "Faith and Freedom" Black History Month Program, entitled "The Role of the Black Church in Getting and Keeping Us Free." The event took place at Bethel Baptist Church in Troy, NY. In this labor segment, Willie recorded the panel discussion on the program theme, "The Role of the Black Church in the Black Freedom Struggle. "This is Part 6 of that discussion.
(2026-04-16). Lebanese say AFP photos show their village has been destroyed. al-monitor.com Looking at an AFP photo taken in the Lebanese border village of Mais al-Jabal, Khalil Hamdan recognised the ruins of his own house, overrun by Israeli forces carrying out systematic destruction."The work and toil of a lifetime, to see it collapse before your eyes, it hurts a lot," Hamdan, 59, said after looking at the picture of Israeli bulldozers next to his destroyed home.
(2026-04-16). US House Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – The U.S. House of Representatives backed President Donald Trump's military campaign against Iran on Thursday, voting to block a Democratic-led resolution aiming to stop the war until hostilities are authorized by Congress.The measure was defeated by 214 to 213 in the Republican-majority chamber, a day after a similar measure was blocked in the Senate. (Reporting by Patricia Zengerle, Editing by Franklin Paul)…
(2026-04-16). Peng Liyuan, Vietnam's first lady visit China's national center for performing arts. ecns.cn Peng Liyuan, wife of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Ngo Phuong Ly, wife of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnamese President To Lam, visited China's National Center for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). A 'super typhoon' just devastated the Mariana Islands — months before peak storm season. grist.org 
The strongest storm of 2026 slammed into the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands this week, where it flooded homes, ripped roofs off of houses, and lingered for more than two days, forcing families to shelter without electricity, cell service, or running water as they waited for the worst to pass. |
(2026-04-16). Smotrich taps loyalist, ex-settlement treasurer for top Finance Ministry post. haaretz.com Smotrich picked Israel Malachi, who previously served as treasurer of the Mateh Binyamin Regional Council in the central West Bank, in a role overseeing state fund transfers to settlements…
(2026-04-16). London mayor dodges Nakba march dispute between police, orgs. newarab.com 
London Mayor A spokesperson for Khan told The New Arab on Thursday, 16 April, that policing of protests is "an operational matter…
(2026-04-16). Jared Golden Joins Republicans to Sink Iran War Powers Resolution. commondreams.org On Thursday, the House failed to adopt a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. Notably, Rep. Jared Golden (D-ME) sided with a majority of Republicans to oppose the measure. Demand Progress is leading a campaign in support of the war powers resolutions.The following is a statement from Demand Progress Senior Policy Advisor Cavan Kharrazian:…
(2026-04-16). Coalition leader's speech: Australian ruling elite turns to anti-immigrant poison. wsws.org The Coalition leader called for the reversal of the nominally non-discriminatory immigration program that has existed since the formal end of the blatantly racist White Australia regime in the 1960s.
(2026-04-16). Brazil's fugitive ex-spy chief freed in the US after ICE detention. aljazeera.com Alexandre Ramagem, who fled Brazil following his conviction for plotting a coup, was held by ICE in Florida on Monday.
(2026-04-16). Chinese, Vietnamese top leaders hold talks on advancing wide-ranging cooperation. ecns.cn China will advance high-quality comprehensive strategic cooperation with Vietnam, and accelerate the building of a higher-level China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). The mental health system may be making us sicker. onlineopinion.com.au We have created what amounts to a diagnostic-industrial-government complex – a self-reinforcing system in which everyone benefits from more diagnoses except the patients.
(2026-04-16). The danger of war grows as U.S. power wanes. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-16). Australia: Labor intensifies assault on disability funding ahead of May budget. wsws.org The cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme target those with so-called "mild" or "moderate" needs, who will be stripped of supports or face drastic reductions.
(2026-04-16). China showcases drone innovation as Canton Fair adds new zones. ecns.cn China's Canton Fair has for the first time introduced dedicated exhibition zones for drones, highlighting the rapid development of the country's low-altitude economy and the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles in global trade.
(2026-04-16). Ukrainian authorities concerned about mobilization crisis. infobrics.org Zelensky's top official urges Ukrainians to accept forced recruitment policies.
(2026-04-16). Army Eyes Drone Tankers To Refuel Its New MV-75 Cheyenne II Tiltrotors. twz.com 
The Army and Bell have pointed to the U.S. Navy's MQ-25 Stingray drone tanker as an example of what could be on the horizon.
(2026-04-16). Displaced Lebanese wary as ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah begins. aljazeera.com Tensions linger as evacuees await clarity on the ceasefire's terms before risking a return to war-torn villages.
(2026-04-16). Health of jailed Iran Nobel winner 'critical': supporters. newarab.com 
The health of jailed Her Iran-based family and legal team were on Saturday allowed a second in person visit with
(2026-04-16). 'The World Is Only Going to Get Darker if People Get Away With This': CounterSpin interview with Chip Gibbons on holding Trump accountable. fair.org 
(2026-04-16). top court limits authority to appoint senior police officers. haaretz.com After Wednesday's hearing on the national security minister's alleged politicization of the police, a temporary injunction issued by the justices mandated 'sensitive' senior appointments be recommended by the police commissioner and after updating the attorney general…
(2026-04-16). Breakthrough! Houston Chronicle Publishes Non-alarmist Climate Op-ed. wattsupwiththat.com My Houston Chronicle op-ed came out in the Print edition last Sunday. This breaks a decade-plus-long drought when the Progressive Left Chronicle ignored my submissions.
(2026-04-16). Metropolitans NY Baseball, Class Struggle, and the People's Team. mediasanctuary.org Andy Gittlitz is an organizer and author of Metropolitans: New York Baseball, Class Struggle, and the People's Team . It looks at the way class and politics and baseball intersect with the story of baseball and of the Mets baseball franchise. The book blends cultural criticism with social and labor history to argue that New York City baseball has long served as a battleground for class struggle, popular power, and control over people's leisure time. He was at book signings in Troy and Albany earlier this week. He talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
(2026-04-16). Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached. al-monitor.com By Humeyra PamukWASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that if a deal with Iran to conclude the war is reached and signed in Islamabad, he might go, and that Iran has agreed to almost everything.Trump struck an optimistic tone about Iran as he spoke with reporters on the White House lawn on his way to a trip to Nevada and Arizona. He said he could extend a U.S.-Iran ceasefire set to expire next week, but may not need to do so."If a deal is signed in Islamabad I may go," Trump said. "They want me."
(2026-04-16). Trump posts incoherent rant about Scottish windmills and the UK's need for North Sea oil. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump has posted yet another rant to social media — this time ordering Starmer to drill for oil in the North Sea. With a characteristic disconnection from reality, Trump also used the opportunity to complain about …Scottish windmills, of all things. We're guessing he means turbines, but at this point, who bloody knows? As […] | By
(2026-04-16). Watching US grip on global weapons market slowly slip away. responsiblestatecraft.org Several recent developments suggest that the longstanding dominance of the global arms market by the United States could be poised for decline, including in the Middle East. Given the way U.S. arms have been used in the region in this decade, a reduction in U.S. sales could be a plus for American security over the long-term. America's role in enabling violence in the Middle East is large, not only through cash sales to the Gulf States but through military aid to Israel. Israel has received over
(2026-04-16). The socialist answer to the housing crisis in Britain. wsws.org Land and property have become asset vehicles for funnelling billions of pounds from the working class—those who produce society's wealth—to the billionaires.
(2026-04-16). Iran War Powers Vote Fails House By One Vote, With One Democrat Opposed. truthout.org A resolution to rein in the U.S.'s war on Iran failed the House by one vote on Thursday, with only one Democrat voting against the legislation. House Foreign Affairs Committee ranking member Gregory Meeks's (D-New York) war powers resolution failed 214 to 213, in a largely party line vote. Conservative Democrat Rep. Jared Golden (Maine) was the only Democrat to join most Republicans in… |
(2026-04-16). UN Sudan chief says country 'abandoned' after three years of war. newarab.com 
The top United Nations official in Sudan told AFP on Thursday that the country, facing the world's largest humanitarian crisis, has been "abandoned" as the war between the army and the paramilitary "People shouldn't call this a forgotten crisis – that's almost offensive. It's abandoned," Denise Brown, the UN's resident and humanitarian coordinator, told AFP from her office in Khartoum, one of the only functional buildings in the capital's post-apocalyptic city c…
(2026-04-16). Socialist Alliance welcomes NSW Supreme Court binning Minns' anti-protest laws. socialist-alliance.org 
Socialist Alliance welcomes the NSW Supreme Court decision to rule Chris Minns' anti-protest laws as unconstitutional.
(2026-04-16). PM Shehbaz lauds Saudi economic backing, highlights strong defence partnership. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia's continued support in strengthening the country's economic stability during a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, while reaffirming the close defence and security partnership between the two nations, according to an official statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on X. | The statement comes a day after Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pledged $3 billion in deposits, with disbursement expected in the coming week. The existing $5 billion S…
(2026-04-16). In Cameroon, Pope Leo assails 'tyrants ravaging' world amid Trump row. scmp.com Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants", in unusually forceful remarks in Cameroon on Thursday after US President Donald Trump attacked him again on social media. | Leo, the first US pope, also decried leaders who used religious language to justify wars and urged a "decisive change of course" in a meeting in the biggest city ‚Äåin Cameroon's anglophone regions, where a simmering conflict going back nearly a decade has left…
(2026-04-16). Israeli forces fire stun grenades at journalists in occupied Nablus. aljazeera.com Video shows Israeli forces firing stun grenades towards journalists who were reporting on the army's raid of Nablus.
(2026-04-16). AI Researchers: AI Will Destroy Consumer Demand, Not Just Jobs. moguldom.com A new paper released today by researchers Brett Hemenway Falk of the University of Pennsylvania and Gerry Tsoukalas of Boston University delivers a stark warning to the corporate world: the rush to automate is not just a threat to workers, but a self-destructive strategy for the firms themselves. Titled "The AI Layoff Trap," the study …
(2026-04-16). India's Modi pushes for more women in bigger parliament in democratic overhaul. geo.tv 
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks with the media inside the parliament premises upon his arrival on the first day of the budget session in New Delhi, India. — Reuters/FileIndian government launched a bid to overhaul its democratic system on Thursday, with bills to…
(2026-04-16). The War Powers Resolution Is Not What You've Been Told. davidswanson.org According to The Hill, in an article typical of U.S. media, Trump's war on Iran is totally legal for 60 days if Congress does nothing, after which it becomes illegal, unless Congress has explicitly OK'd it. This is supposedly because of the War Powers Resolution of 1973. And The Hill is not alone in pushing …
(2026-04-16). After Amazon worker dies at Troutdale, Oregon warehouse, management ordered employees to work around the body. wsws.org The death went unreported for a week before the online investigative outlet, the Western Edge, broke the story on April 13.
(2026-04-16). Why Meloni Refused Trump—and What Comes Next. thinktank.pk The relationship between Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni was once considered one of the most promising political alignments between the United States and Europe. Built on shared ideological foundations such as nationalism, border control, and skepticism toward global institutions, their partnership symbolized a new wave of conservative cooperation across the Atlantic. However, this alignment was …
(2026-04-16). US Senate backs Trump's Iran war, shuts down Democratic push to stop conflict. geo.tv 
Members of US House of Representatives gather for fourth round of voting for new House Speaker on second day of 118th Congress at US Capitol in Washington, US, January 4, 2023. — ReutersSenate Republicans have blocked war powers measures four times.Almost all Republicans remain firmly…
(2026-04-16). Man with a Van vs Removal Company: Which Is Better in London? thecanary.co 
Every Londoner has experienced boxes piled up by the door, a lease that expires on Friday, and the knowledge that you haven't really arranged for a moving car. The worst mistakes are made when you put things off till the last minute, and moving house is no exception. Whether you're moving a studio flat in […] | By
(2026-04-16). Mkambati Nature Reserve awarded international status. sanews.gov.za Mkambati Nature Reserve awarded international status | The Mkambati Nature Reserve in the Eastern Cape has been designated as South Africa's newest Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, marking a significant conservation milestone. | The Ramsar Convention identifies and protects wetlands of global significance, known as Ramsar Sites. | "The designation acknowledges that the many wetlands found at Mkambati have unique ecological, cultural and socio-economic value, placing the reserve firmly on the global map of internationally recognised wetlands," Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries…
(2026-04-16). Can Iran circumvent the US blockade? Routes and risks explained. newarab.com 
(2026-04-16). Trump DOJ seeks to erase January 6 convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers ringleaders ahead of 2026 elections. wsws.org Trump's commutations and pardons last year freed militia members charged with the most serious January 6 crimes but left their convictions intact. This new motion seeks to vacate those convictions and dismiss the indictments, helping clear the way for the fascist militia forces to legally rearm.
(2026-04-16). In historic Senate vote, 75% of Democrats vote to block arms sales to Israel. mondoweiss.net 
In a historic vote, 75% of Senate Democrats backed an effort to block weapons to Israel. The resolutions failed, but the vote was the latest sign of Democrats' growing consensus against aid to Israel, as support for the country hits an all-time low.
(2026-04-16). Trump plans 250-foot 'Triumphal Arch' to mark 250 years of US independence. aljazeera.com The Trump administration has unveiled plans for a huge structure to mark 250 years since the US declared independence.
(2026-04-16). Colombia reigns in Coca Cola bottler after environmental abuse claims. colombiareports.com Authorities in central Colombia agreed to renew the water license of Coca Cola's bottler in the Cundinamarca province, but drastically reduced the amount of water the soda manufacturer is allowed to use. Cundinamarca's environmental authority (CAR) reduced the water sources available to Indega, which produced Coca Cola bottles in central Colombia, from seven to four …
(2026-04-16). SAWS warns of two cold fronts. sanews.gov.za SAWS warns of two cold fronts | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of two cold fronts, with good rainfall amounts expected to affect the Western Cape and Northern Cape from Friday until Monday. | The cold fronts will result in a significant drop in the daytime temperatures. | "Maximum temperatures may be between 10-12 ∞C in places over the southern high-lying areas of the Namakwa (Northern Cape) as well as over the Central Karoo and western part of the Cape Winelands Districts (Western Cape). | "General windy conditions will accompany the cold and wet conditions. Additionally, wave heights…
(2026-04-16). Díaz-Canel reaffirms defense of socialism against imperial threats. radiohc.cu The will of resistance and victory of the Cuban people in the face of the aggressive escalation by the United States was highlighted by Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the National Defense Council, at the ceremony commemorating the 65th anniversary of the proclamation of the socialist character of the Cuban Revolution.
(2026-04-16). 20 Years of WUWT: What We're Up Against Why It Matters Keynote Address at. wattsupwiththat.com Twenty years. That's a long time to keep asking inconvenient questions.
(2026-04-16). Teachers protest as Turkey buries school shooting victims. newarab.com 
Thousands of teachers protested in Turkey on Thursday after two s As family members and mourners flocked around coffins draped in the Turkish flag in the southern province of Kahramanmaras, people also placed roses on the steps of the school that was attacked. | Many locals were in shock at what had unfolded a day earlier when a 14-y…
(2026-04-16). Big oil cashes in as Trump's Iran war drives $30 million per hour windfall profits. nationofchange.org Analysis shows fossil fuel giants capturing massive gains as oil prices surge during conflict, intensifying scrutiny over war-driven economic impacts.
(2026-04-16). The Bolivarian hypothesis: An interview with PSUV deputy Roy Daza. links.org.au 
Roy Daza analyses the Bolivarian revolution's trajectory, the economic, financial, and military pressures to which the country has been subjected, and how domestic policymaking has tried to cope with them.
(2026-04-16). Who REALLY Achieved a Ceasefire in Lebanon? US Triumph or Resistance Masterstroke? Ep, 205. thealtworld.com Who REALLY Achieved a Ceasefire in Lebanon? US Triumph or Resistance Masterstroke? | Ep, 205…
(2026-04-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-16). Pakistan receives $2bn from Saudi Arabia: SBP. tribune.com.pk 
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said on Thursday that the country has received $2 billion from the Ministry of Finance, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in a post on X. | State Bank of Pakistan has received funds of US$2 billion from Ministry of Finance, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the value date of 15April2026. | — SBP (@StateBank_Pak) April 16, 2026 | The central bank said the funds were received "in the value date of April 15, 2026". | The news comes a day after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia for the first part of his three-nation tour amid ongoing active negotiation efforts for peace i…
(2026-04-16). 70 Palestinians in a garbage truck: The outcome of factory of desperation. haaretz.com The Israeli framing of the incident as a security issue overlooks the systemic restrictions that leave Palestinians with few viable options…
(2026-04-16). Cámara de Comercio de Cuba convoca a intercambio con emprendedores en La Habana. radiohc.cu La Cámara de Comercio de la República de Cuba convocó este miércoles a emprendedores y empresarios al intercambio especial por el Día Mundial del Emprendimiento, previsto para el jueves 16 de abril en el Nodo Habana. | Precisó la institución desde su perfil en Facebook, que el encuentro, organizado junto al Instituto Nacional de Actores Económicos No Estatales (INAENE) y el Proyecto NAE, abordará avances y proyecciones de esa iniciativa, así como experiencias de asociación público‚Äëprivada. | Según los organizadores, la cita se inscribe en el Proyecto "Apoyo a los nuevos actores económicos para u…
(2026-04-16). Kremlin: Rusia no querría ver a ningún país invadiendo Cuba. radiohc.cu El portavoz oficial del Kremlin, Dmitri Peskov aseveró este miércoles en una entrevista a India Today que Rusia no querría que ningún país invadiera Cuba. | Las afirmaciones del vocero se produjeron en medio de las amenazas de Donald Trump contra la nación caribeña.Cuba es un socio excepcional de Rusia, nuestro buen amigo. Y no nos gustaría ver a ningún país invadiendo Cuba, ni presionando a Cuba, ni aislándola desde el exterior, impidiendo que lleguen medicamentos a los niños cubanos ª, manifestó. | Peskov describió la grave situación que se vive actualmente en Cuba a raíz del bloqueo estadounidense y la cr…
(2026-04-16). Los demócratas de la Cámara de Representantes de Delaware respaldan un proyecto de ley para prohibir los arrestos civiles de ICE en los tribunales; otra medida prohibiría el apoyo estatal a las prisiones privadas. whyy.org Los legisladores de Delaware podrían votar pronto sobre una legislación que limite los centros de detención privados en el estado. | La representante estatal Mara Gorman, demócrata de Newark, promotora del proyecto de ley, impulsa dos medidas destinadas a limitar la aplicación de las leyes de…
(2026-04-16). Speech delivered by Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel on 65th anniversary of proclamation of socialist character of the Revolution. radiohc.cu Speech delivered by Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, at the ceremony commemorating the 65th Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Socialist Character of the Cuban Revolution, at 23rd and 12th Streets, Plaza de la Revolución, on April 16, 2026, "Year of the Centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz." | (Stenographic Transcripts — Presidency of the Republic) | Long live free Cuba! (Exclamations of: "Long live!") | Down with the blockade! (Exclamations of: "Down with!") | Heroic combatants of Girón pr…
(2026-04-16). Evalúan recuperación tras incendio en hospital de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos. radiohc.cu 
El viceministro de Salud Pública de Cuba, Julio Guerra Izquierdo, encabeza un equipo multidisciplinario que evalúa los daños causados por el incendio ocurrido en el Hospital Provincial 'Dr. Gustavo Aldereguía Lima', de Cienfuegos, en el centro-sur de Cuba. | En declaraciones al Periódico 5 de Septiembre, el vice titular destacó la rápida organización del centro y agradeció que no hubiera pérdida de vidas humanas.Estamos para ayudar en todo lo que sea posible al hospital en lo que ha sucedido. Nosotros creemos, en primer lugar, que la respuesta de todo el personal del hospital ha sido excelente, al igual que la de…
(2026-04-16). Cubans prepare for International Workers' Day. radiohc.cu Under the slogan "The Homeland Defends Itself," union members and representatives of organizations and institutions in Santiago de Cuba have met in plenary session to plan actions leading up to the celebration of International Workers' Day. | The plenary session, which became a platform for reaffirming revolutionary principles and denouncing the blockade and the interventionist policies of the United States government, was led by the First Secretary of the Provincial Committee of the Communist Party, Beatriz Johnson Urrutia, and the General Secretary of the Cuban Workers' Federation here, Orlando Beltrán. | Beltr…