(2026-02-17). Who Fears the Truth? The Deep Fake Campaign to Silence Francesca Albanese on the Gaza Genocide. scheerpost.com by Kurniawan Arif Maspu Middle East Monitor Francesca Albanese has become one of the most polarising figures in contemporary diplomacy, not because she commands armies or signs treaties, but because she insists on describing what she sees. Since assuming her mandate as United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories …
(2026-02-17). Livestream: The genocide is a "mass disabling event" electronicintifada.net We talk with Alex Mitov about why he quit Dell over Gaza. We also discuss whistleblowers at the Committee to Protect Journalists and wins for Palestine Action.
(2026-02-17). Booker Prize winner Arundhati Roy withdraws from Berlinale film festival over Gaza. thecanary.co 
Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy has announced her withdrawal from the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) because of filmmaker Wim Wenders' "jaw-dropping" comments on Israel's genocide in Gaza. Roy described Wenders' comments as "a way of shutting down a conversation about a crime against humanity even as it unfolds before us in real time". Wenders […] | By
(2026-02-17). Gaza genocide accelerates crisis within Israel's settler-colonial project. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-17). Trump's War on Somalia: Bombings, Slashing Food Aid, Promoting Climate Change. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — With the decline of ISIL and the drawdown of US troops in Syria and Iraq, the US military is not actively fighting a kinetic military action in the Middle East for the first time since 2003. The US military is intimately involved in Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza, but without boots on the ground. Trump's contretemps with the Iranian government may or may not eventuate in military action against Iran, which is technically a much more difficult and complicated matter than going in to kidnap a leader from Venezuela. | The major US military action in the region doesn't often hit…
(2026-02-17). What a Federal Court Taught Us and What Universities Must Learn About Anti-Zionism vs. Antisemitism. counterpunch.org 
Judge Richard Stearns's order does not deny that antisemitism exists or that it must be confronted. It rejects something else: the increasingly common practice of treating criticism of Israel as presumptively antisemitic—an accusation that can be leveraged to trigger investigations, discipline-and-punish processes, lawsuits and public vilification. That definitional slippage has become a tool for constricting debate about Israel's genocide in Palestine—often under the banner of combating hate. The result is a narrowed campus conversation in which certain viewpoints are treated a priori as uniquely sus…
(2026-02-17). UK-contractor Karp wants drug-laced urine drone-sprayed on inconvenient journalists. thecanary.co 
Outrage is rightly growing at the decision of the UK government to award a huge NHS contract to genocide-collaborating US software firm Palantir. The company's CEO Alex Karp is just one of its unhinged top executives — but he's way (way, way, way) out there. And he's perfectly prepared to say out loud that there […] | By
(2026-02-17). Guatemala's Ongoing Memory Battles. nacla.org 
For over ten years, Angélica Macario has sought to preserve the archive of the Council for Ethnic Community Runujel Junam in a struggle to keep the memory of the genocide alive.
(2026-02-17). Tribunal reaffirms anti-Zionism is protected belief but denies protection to two Muslim women. thecanary.co 
An employment tribunal has reaffirmed that anti-Zionism is a "protected characteristic" under equality legislation in relation to the workplace. It then denied protection to two Muslim women disciplined by an Israel-supporting bank for opposing its genocide-friendly investments. The finding reconfirms the landmark decision of a 2024 tribunal that sacked Bristol professor David Miller's anti-Zionism is […] | By
(2026-02-17). Targeting education in Gaza is part of a 'knowledge extermination' project. thecanary.co 
According to a recent academic study, the Israeli onslaught on the Gaza Strip does not stop at mass murder and the destruction of infrastructure, but extends — according to American researcher Henry A. Giroux — to the systematic targeting of education, culture, collective memory and Palestinian identity. In his study entitled "Scholasticide: Waging War on […] | By
(2026-02-17). Arundhati Roy boycotts Berlinale 2026 in solidarity with Gaza. ummid.com Author Arundhati Roy has pulled out of the 76th annual Berlin International Film Festival, usually called the Berlinale, following the comments reportedly made by members of the festival jury regarding Gaza, Palestine.
(2026-02-17). Global Silence Means License to Israeli Annexation of West Bank. ummid.com If the international community continues to keep silent on the issue, a day is not far off before Israel annexes the whole West Bank and other Palestinian settlements, coupled with its plan to commercialise the Gaza front for the benefit of its American supporters.
(2026-02-17). US and Iran set for high-stakes nuclear talks in Geneva as threat of war looms. tribune.com.pk 
The US and Iran hold indirect talks in Geneva on Tuesday aimed at resolving their long-running nuclear dispute, with little clear indication of compromise as Washington masses a battle force in the region. | US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will take part in the negotiations, which are being mediated by Oman, a source briefed on the matter told Reuters, alongside Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. | Yet the US military is simultaneously preparing for the possibility of weeks of operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, two US officials told Reuters. | Iran itself began a…
(2026-02-17). Headlines for February 17, 2026. democracynow.org Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies at 84, Second Round of Indirect Talks Between U.S. and Iranian Officials Underway in Geneva, Ukrainian and Russian Officials Meet in Geneva Today for U.S.-Brokered Peace Talks, Drop Site News: Senior Hamas Leader Says Group Will Not Follow Calls to Unilaterally Disarm, Trump Calls Cuba a "Failed Nation" and Refuses to Rule Out Military Action, Minnesota Investigators Say FBI Refusing to Share Evidence in Alex Pretti's Killing, AG Bondi Faces Bipartisan Criticism After Telling Congress All Epstein Files Have Been Released…
(2026-02-17). After Talks With the US in Geneva, Iran's Foreign Minister Says There's a 'Clear Path' to a Deal. news.antiwar.com Following indirect talks with US officials in Geneva on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said there was a "clear path" to a deal, though he stressed that an agreement wasn't imminent and that more work needed to be done. Araghchi told reporters that "good progress" was made and that the US was more "serious" …
(2026-02-17). Iran sends full team to Geneva, demands firm US sanctions relief in new talks. hindustantimes.com Iran says this week's indirect nuclear talks with the United States in Geneva differ from the 2025 rounds by fielding a full multi‚Äëdisciplinary team and putting concrete, guaranteed sanctions relief at the center of its agenda. Tehran also frames the negotiations as taking place in an atmosphere of deep mistrust after the 2025 strikes on its nuclear facilities, with the IAEA's demand for greater inspection access now a pivotal part of the diplomatic track. Watch for more…
(2026-02-17). Trump's mixed Iran remarks spark confusion ahead of key Geneva nuclear talks. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump sent a muddled yet menacing signal on Iran just hours before high‚Äëstakes nuclear talks in Geneva, alternately calling Iran "good" and "bad" while warning of severe consequences if no deal is reached. Trump spoke during a press gaggle onboard Air Force One on February 16. Watch for more …
(2026-02-17). Iran-linked video of US base in Jordan fuels fresh Tehran-Washington tensions. hindustantimes.com Tensions between Washington and Tehran are flaring again after Iranian-linked channels aired footage claiming to show details of Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, a facility used by U.S. forces. The video surfaced as Iranian officials warned of "full-scale war" if attacked and as reports emerged that the U.S. could support potential Israeli strike options. At the same time, nuclear talks with Iran are continuing in Europe, with both sides signaling red lines. Are these messages part of psychological warfare, deterrence, or real escalation?
(2026-02-17). Jeffrey Epstein's Sinister Shadow Over West Asia. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg Substack In late January, the US Department of Justice dumped millions of documents detailing the criminal activities of US oligarch and serial paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, including his vast rolodex of paedophilic celebrities, financiers, politicians and public figures. The tranche is so vast, independent journalists and researchers have barely scratched the surface yet. But preliminary …
(2026-02-17). Starmer vows tougher online child safety rules amid scrutiny over appointments. hindustantimes.com Amid intense scrutiny over his appointments and questions about links to figures associated in the public mind with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer used a visit to a London community hub with Mayor Sadiq Khan to speak directly to children and parents about keeping young people safe and giving them a fair chance in life. In his remarks, he focused on education, opportunity and a planned crackdown on harmful online content and addictive social media, promising that "no online platform gets a free pass" on child safety and signalling possible restrictions, including a consulted ban on soc…
(2026-02-17). Big Tech Helped Elon Musk Meet Jeffrey Epstein Four Times After Conviction. bylinetimes.com 
The richest man in the world, Elon Musk, met Jeffrey Epstein on at least four separate occasions after the convicted sex offender's release from prison, Byline Times can confirm, according to files published by the US Department of Justice (DOJ). | These repeated encounters – during dinners at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse, and at Musk's own SpaceX facility – took place within a closed network of Silicon Valley which were concealed with instructions to maintain "radio silence" and keep events "off the search engines". | Correspondence relating to Musk's meeting with Epstein at his townhouse in 2012 appears to…
(2026-02-17). Hillary Clinton accuses Trump of Epstein cover-up, insists 'nothing to hide'. scmp.com Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton has accused President Donald Trump of orchestrating a "cover-up" over files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to an interview with the BBC. | "Get the files out. They are slow-walking it," Clinton, who is due to testify before a Congressional committee on the issue, told the British broadcaster in an interview in Berlin published on Monday.
(2026-02-17). Noam Chomsky and Jeffrey Epstein. Why, Noam? portside.org Noam Chomsky and Jeffrey Epstein. Why, Noam? |
(2026-02-17). The Trafficking Never Stopped. counterpunch.org 
There's a reason we talk more about power than individual people. Take Jeffrey Epstein. The man is dead, but the power problem lives on. The files not only revealed a whole lot of individual predators, but also an entire ecosystem of money, and power, and abuse, and protection by bankers, and billionaires, and politicians, and
(2026-02-17). Repatriation Flights From US to Venezuela Steadily Increase. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Recent flight data and statistics
| Since the start of 2026, 13 repatriation flights have arrived in Venezuela from the US…
(2026-02-17). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez Pays Tribute to Her Father on 84th Anniversary of His Birth. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez shared a video on social media on Monday honoring what would have been her father's 84th birthday. The acting president's father was socialist leader Jorge Rodríguez. | "I honor my father, Jorge Antonio Rodríguez, on the 84th anniversary of his birth. A man who dedicated his life to the fight for equality and social justice. His loving example accompanies us," her message read. | In the attached video, Rodríguez described her father as a man who dedicated his life to defending equality and social justice, highlighting that Jorge Antonio Rodríguez's political commitment…
(2026-02-17). When ICE Agents Lie: DOJ Drops Charges Against 2 Minneapolis Men Falsely Accused of Attempted Murder. democracynow.org 
Two ICE officers have been placed on administrative leave and are accused of lying under oath about an incident in Minneapolis last month involving two Venezuelan immigrants, one of whom was shot in the leg by an agent. After the incident, the two Venezuelan men, Alfredo Alejandro Aljorna and Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis, were charged with felony assault, falsely accused of beating an ICE officer with a broom and snow shovel. Sosa-Celis was shot in the right thigh. While the Department of Homeland Security originally claimed the two men had attacked the agent, video evidence and witness testimonies contradicted the acc…
(2026-02-17). Can Europe Reassert Itself After Ukraine? counterpunch.org 
Washington's 2025 strike on Iran, the raid to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in early 2026, and its renewed interest in acquiring Greenland have clarified the country's international priorities. Meanwhile, securing Ukraine's independence, once a defining rallying cry of the liberal world order, has slipped to a second-tier concern, but remains central for Europe. Equally pressing for the continent is
(2026-02-17). Charges Dropped Against Venezuelan Man Shot By ICE Agent In Minnesota, Government Investigates Agents Over Alleged Lies About Shooting. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | At this point, a person could randomly trip, stumble, and fall right smack into new In fact, it appears to be getting so bad that even officials of this MAGA-fied federal government are moving to get charges against the victims dismissed, and investigations started against the offending agents. | And it's about damn time.
(2026-02-17). Trump Boasts About Ramped Up Embargo on Cuba: 'There's No Oil, No Money, No Anything'. news.antiwar.com Speaking to reporters on Monday night, President Trump boasted of his his ramped up embargo on Cuba, which has involved cutting off Venezuelan oil shipments and pressuring Mexico to end its oil exports, causing major fuel shortages in the country. "Cuba is right now a failed nation, and they don't even have jet fuel for …
(2026-02-17). Trump vuelve a amenazar a Cuba. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump volvió a amenazar a Cuba este lunes, instando a sus autoridades a llegar ´absolutamente ª a un acuerdo con Washington. | ´Cuba es ahora mismo un Estado fallido y ni siquiera tiene combustible para aviones para que despeguen. Están bloqueando su pista de aterrizaje", declaró a los periodistas a bordo del Air Force One. | Al mismo tiempo, evitó responder si estaba considerando la posibilidad de llevar a cabo una operación militar contra el país caribeño, similar a la que utilizó en Venezuela el pasado 3 de enero, al secuestrar al presidente Nicolás Ma…
(2026-02-17). Angus Taylor disowns Coalition policies behind 2022—23 migration surge. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-17). "Keep Hope Alive" : Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Icon Who Twice Ran for President. democracynow.org 
Civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at the age of 84. Jackson is known for working closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during the civil rights movement, and he later ran two groundbreaking presidential campaigns in 1984 and 1988, when he pushed to cut the Pentagon budget while increasing domestic spending on education, housing and healthcare. Jackson was also involved in international campaigns from the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa to supporting Palestinian self-determination. We remember his legacy and air interviews from his many…
(2026-02-17). Belarus' Minsk Oblast, Russia's Tatarstan outline joint agricultural projects. eng.belta.by The parties discussed prospects for further cooperation, | including expanding exports and potential joint projects in | crop farming, livestock breeding, and agricultural mechanization.
(2026-02-17). Stabbing kills 1 and injures 2 in Sydney, Australia. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A man was killed, and two others were critically injured in a stabbing attack in Sydney, Australia, police announced on Tuesday, as reported by DPA.Emergency services were called to a suburb in western Sydney at around 10 a.m. local time after reports that a man had stabbed several people and then fled the scene, according to a statement from New South Wales Police. The attack occurred on a busy shopping street.Senior Police Officer Simon Glaser said paramedics treated three people for serious injuries, including a man in his 30s or 40s who died at the scene.A man has been arrested over a "highly confr…
(2026-02-17). US Agency Pulls Climate From Judges' Manual. consortiumnews.com The move by the Federal Judicial Center in the U.S. leaves judges without any official support on how to weigh evidence about basic weather and climate changes, Abrahm Lustgarten reports. By Abrahm Lustgarten ProPublica Under pressure from Republican state attorneys…
(2026-02-17). Federal Indictment Exposes Doping Conspiracy Ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics. devdiscourse.com In a shocking development, a Jacksonville resident, Paul Alexander Askew, faces federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a doping scheme targeting high-profile international sports competitions. Authorities claim the plot aimed to sway the outcomes of prestigious events, including the 2024 Paris Olympics, by providing athletes with performance-enhancing substances.
(2026-02-17). Erdogan postpones UAE visit over Al Nahyan's health. tribune.com.pk 
Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced a postponement of his visit to Abu Dhabi due to a health issue involving Emirati leader Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, but later deleted…
(2026-02-17). KCET 2026: Here's Why Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has extended the last date of application for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 or KCET 2026, the compulsory entrance exam conducted for admission in Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy and other professional degree courses.
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko describes One District, One Project program as litmus test for regional officials. eng.belta.by The progress of the One District, One Project initiative is the benchmark for assessing the performance of regional and district leadership, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2026-02-17). Rahmani 30 Entrance Test 2026 Result Announced. ummid.com The Rahmani Foundation has declared the result of the Rahmani 30 Entrance Test 2026 on its official website.
(2026-02-17). North West adopts action plan to fix municipalities. sanews.gov.za North West adopts action plan to fix municipalities | The North West Provincial Government has adopted a binding service delivery action plan to address systemic challenges in municipalities and restore public confidence in local government. | Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA) MEC Gaoage Oageng Molapisi announced the decisive measures following a two-day Provincial Local Government Kgothakgothe, held recently under the theme "Fixing Local Government — Every Municipality Must Work." | The event brought together traditional leaders, government representatives, and key…
(2026-02-17). New decree on Colombia's minimum wage to maintain 23.7% hike: labor minister. colombiareports.com Colombia's government is expected to decree a 23.7% minimum wage hike for the second time after allegedly obtaining the support of a majority of labor unions and business associations. The State Council, Colombia's highest administrative court, ordered the government to issue a transitional decree after provisionally suspending the initial minimum age hike that was decreed …
(2026-02-17). Models Gone Wild: The Ionosphere Triggers Earthquakes? wattsupwiththat.com It is certainly an imaginative (and that is being generous) attempt to unify atmospheric electricity and seismology, but the central weakness is that it moves rapidly from correlation to causation without robust empirical validation.
(2026-02-17). Alleged fraudster appears in court. sanews.gov.za Alleged fraudster appears in court | A 42-year-old woman arrested in connection with an alleged R10.5 million payroll fraud at Isuzu Motors South Africa in Struandale, Gqeberha, has been granted bail. ⚪ The Serious Commercial Crime Investigation team of the Hawks in Gqeberha arrested Natasja Slabbert in connection with the alleged payroll fraud. She made her first court appearance on Monday and was granted bail of R5 000. ⚪ Slabbert was employed as a payroll administrator at the company and was arrested on 16 February 2026 following a thorough investigation conducted by the Hawks, working closely with the Nati…
(2026-02-17). SONA Debate to get underway. sanews.gov.za SONA Debate to get underway | Parliament will this afternoon reconvene for a joint sitting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Province to debate last week's State of the Nation Address (SONA). ⚪ The two-day debate, beginning on Tuesday, will get underway at 2pm and will debate President Cyril Ramaphosa's SONA, which he delivered on Thursday, 12 February. ⚪ "The SONA Debate is a central part of Parliament's constitutional role in holding the executive to account. During the debate, Members of Parliament from various political parties interrogate, scrutinise and assess the commitments made by…
(2026-02-17). Who really leads NATO now? America half-withdrawing from European security. infobrics.org NATO's command reshuffle reflects a deeper political shift driven by US pressures, While Washington retains the top military post, its day-to-day influence is thinning. The Alliance now faces an unresolved dilemma: leadership without responsibility. Can Germany really lead NATO?>
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko calls for scientific breakthrough to boost real economy. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has stated the need for a | qualitative scientific breakthrough as the innovative foundation for | developing the real economy as he heard the government's 2025 report on…
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko: Economy is now the real battlefield in 'almost wartime' conditions. eng.belta.by The economy has become the real battlefield, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he received the government's report for 2025.
(2026-02-17). Bangladesh: BNP registers landslide victory in National Elections. ummid.com The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), projected to win over 200 of the total 300 seats in Jatiya Sangsad, has already won more than 151 seats in the Bangladesh National Elections where counting of votes are in the final stage.
(2026-02-17). Rohit Pawar smells conspiracy in Ajit Pawar plane crash. ummid.com Rohit Pawar, MLA and NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader, said Ajit Pawar's plane crash on January 28, 2026 was not an accident and could be a conspiracy.
(2026-02-17). Judge Orders Restoration Of Slavery Exhibits Trump Administration Removed From National Park In Philadelphia. newsone.com 
Source: NurPhoto / Getty | As the Trump administration continues to prove itself to be a bigoted white supremacist organization by directing the National Park Service to
(2026-02-17). Manchester transport strikes end as workers secure pay victory. thecanary.co 
Strikes by more than 200 Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) workers have ended with a pay victory, trade union Unite has announced. The workers, who undertake vital roles including ticketing, passenger assistance and information services for the bus network, voted to accept the deal following intensive negotiations. Pay rises across the board The deal includes […] | By
(2026-02-17). Minerals department warns against illegal Springs gold rush. sanews.gov.za Minerals department warns against illegal Springs gold rush | The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has condemned the recent illegal mining activities taking place around the Gugulethu informal settlement in Springs. | This, after the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality reported that it had become aware of illegal excavation at a site believed to contain gold particles. | "The department reiterates that any mining activity conducted without the required permits or mining rights, as prescribed by the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, is unlawful and constitutes a criminal offence…
(2026-02-17). China confirms visa-free travel for UK, Canadian nationals. tribune.com.pk 
China will allow UK and Canadian passport holders to enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days from February 17, the BBC reported, citing China's foreign ministry. | According to the report, the visa exemption will apply to travel for tourism, business and visits to family and friends. The policy will initially remain in effect until December 31. The move follows Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's official visit to China last month, during which he and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to relax travel arrangements. | We're renewing Canada's relationship with China. | As part of our new strategic partne…
(2026-02-17). Trump Tesla Takedown – Year One. indybay.org Valentine's day protest celebrates first year of resistance to Trump – Musk attack on our democracy…
(2026-02-17). Peruvian Interim President Jose Jeri Dismissed by The Congress. orinocotribune.com The Peruvian Congress dismissed Interim President Jose Jeri after he was accused of alleged influence peddling, marking the eighth presidential change in the country in a decade of political instability. | The Congress of Peru removed this Tuesday, February 17, the Interim President, the right-wing Being censored as the highest authority of Parliamen…
(2026-02-17). Unique Pokemon card sells for US$16.5 million, smashing world record. scmp.com An extremely rare Pokemon card owned by American YouTuber Logan Paul has sold for US$16,492,000, smashing the record for the most expensive trading card sold at an auction. | The supposedly unique PSA 10-graded Pikachu Illustrator was originally bought by Paul in another record-breaking sale in 2021 for US$5.28 million.
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko recalls 2020 events, warns against complacency. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko demanded that no complacency be | allowed in any area as he heard the government's 2025 report on 17 | February…
(2026-02-17). Supporting Muslim staff during Ramadan. thecanary.co 
As Ramadan begins, trade union UNISON is highlighting how thoughtful workplace adjustments and open conversations can help Muslim employees balance faith, wellbeing and work. The holy Muslim month of Ramadan is due to begin on the evening of Tuesday 17 February, or Wednesday 18 February, depending on the moon. Eid-al-Fitr, the celebration that marks the […] | By
(2026-02-17). As Black History Faces Erasure, 1619-Inspired Exhibit Lands In Nation's Capital. newsone.com : | ✕ | As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the "Freedom & Resistance" exhibition at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, D.C., offers a profound reflection on the nation's history. Inspired by The 1619 Project, the exhibit seeks to reframe America's founding narrative by centering the experiences and contributions of Black Americans. | Launched on Jan. 16, 2026, the exhibition features artworks from individuals of all ages, exploring themes of freedom and resistance. The initiative is a collaboration between the New York Times Magazine, led by Pulitzer P…
(2026-02-17). What's geologic hydrogen? What to know about the clean energy source buried under Michigan. grist.org 
Michigan might be at the forefront of a new clean fuel source — and it's buried right under the state. | Last month, Governor Gretchen Whitmer said her administration wants to make the state a hub for geologic hydrogen, a potentially untapped reserve of clean fuel below the Earth's surface that could power the transition away from fossil fuels. | The U.S. already produces
(2026-02-17). Denmark's Prime Minister Suffers from Delusions and Calls All Russians "Crazy" dissidentvoice.org Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's world view and threat statements as well as her disturbing stereotyping of the Russian people are beyond normal and must be seen as a threat to Denmark's and Europe's future.
(2026-02-17). One dead as Metro bridge pillar collapses in Mumbai. ummid.com One person has been killed and three others are injured after a pillar of an under-construction metro rail bridge collapsed in Mulund, Mumbai Saturday February 14, 2026.
(2026-02-17). Belarus' GDP reaches Br23.3bn in January 2026. eng.belta.by According to the initial estimate, the volume of GDP in comparable prices was 98.8% compared to the level of January 2025.
(2026-02-17). Live: Ramadan 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia Today. ummid.com Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey, Jordan and other Arab states in the Middle East will sight the Ramadan 2026 Moon (Ramadan Moon Sighting 1447) today i.e. Tuesday February 17, 2026 to confirm the beginning of the Holy Month of Fasting.
(2026-02-17). Jesse Jackson's Campaigns Offer Blueprint For Defeating American Extremism. newsone.com 
Source: David Corio / Getty | Over 40 years after his first presidential campaign and call for a Rainbow Coalition, Rev. Jesse Jackson's transformative presidential campaigns offer a framework for sustaining opposition to extremist economic and political policies. His political challenge was as much about the presidency as it was about shifting culture and values. | Through his work and words, Jackson sought to build collective power at scale. A look back at old clips and articles offers a clear throughline from his rebuke of the Reagan-Bush administration to the authoritarianism and economic exploitation of n…
(2026-02-17). Solar Eclipse February 17, 2026 – Time and List of Cities, Countries to Watch. ummid.com An Annular Solar Eclipse, also called as Ring of Fire, will be witnessed Tuesday February 17, 2026 and will be visible in parts of South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Argentina, Chile and other countries but not in India, Saudi Arabia and other Asian countries.
(2026-02-17). IRGC prepares for all-out response with mega Hormuz drills, dares Trump & Netanyahu to make a move. hindustantimes.com Fresh tensions are surfacing in the Middle East as speculation mounts over whether U.S. President Donald Trump signalled support for potential Israeli military action against Iran if diplomacy collapses. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched large-scale naval drills in the Strait of Hormuz, branding the exercise as "smart control" of the strategic chokepoint. Watch for more…
(2026-02-17). Wednesday 5/27: Sacramento Regional Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony on 2026 Memorial Day. indybay.org West Sacramento River Walk | Memorial Plaza…
(2026-02-17). When memes win the match: India vs Pakistan T20 showdown. tribune.com.pk 
When Pakistan plays against India in the T20, it is never just about cricket. It is history, hype — and increasingly hilarious memes. | In the latest battle this Sunday, India did not just outplay Pakistan on the field — the internet ensured the victory lap extended beyond the boundary ropes. From savage one-liners to viral reaction clips, fans on X turned the rivalry into a meme carnival, which was almost as entertaining as the match itself. | The game: | From disciplined bowling spells to confident stroke play, wickets tumbled and the pressure for the Pakistani team mounted. Social media wasted n…
(2026-02-17). JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com JEE Main 2026 Session 1: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the new result date of JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
(2026-02-17). Zelensky warns of massive Russian energy strikes ahead of Geneva peace talks. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is preparing new "massive" strikes on Ukraine's energy system just as Kyiv, Moscow, and Washington head into US‚Äëbrokered trilateral talks in Geneva. He cautioned that the more Russia exploits the last cold days of winter to hit civilians and infrastructure, the harder it will be for anyone to reach real peace agreements with Moscow. Watch for more…
(2026-02-17). Can France and Germany successfully nuclearize EU. infobrics.org The EU (with or without the UK) is fundamentally incapable of ensuring dominance even on the "old continent", let alone beyond, especially if Russia and the US come to a potential understanding and reach another legally binding agreement. The best the EU could do is protest impotently, as it has been doing in the last several decades.
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko urges continuous efforts to boost quality, cut costs. eng.belta.by It is important to work continuously to improve quality and reduce costs, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he received the government's performance report for 2025.
(2026-02-17). Protestors target retailer's complicity with ICE. anabaptistworld.org With songs and signs, demonstrators at more than a dozen Target stores across the United States protested the chain's accommodation of Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities in February.
(2026-02-17). Fact Sheet: Narendra Modi and His Hindutva Politics. ummid.com Prime Minister Modi and his Hindutva politics have failed both domestically and on the international stage due to a lack of vision.
(2026-02-17). BRICS 2026- Implications for a Multipolar World. infobrics.org India ,being the founding member of the BRICS and QUAD, supposedly on two opposing ends of the spectrum, believes that BRICS is not anti-West but a non-Western alternative representing cross continental aspirations of major economies and countries from the Global South…
(2026-02-17). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-17). The AI Package: Toxic Distraction From Acquiring Knowledge: Resisting a "Pandemic of Mass Mediocrity" globalresearch.ca I think many would coalesce around the observation that 'information', whether on WhatsApp, X, Facebook or other social media sites — has become a form of toxic distraction from what used to be called 'acquiring knowledge'. | We are drowning in …
(2026-02-17). This Small Molecule Reverses Alzheimer's Disease Progression, Study Shows. globalresearch.ca Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is central to cellular energy and mitochondrial health, driving redox reactions that produce ATP. Declining levels are linked to metabolic disorders, sarcopenia, and diabetes | Alzheimer's disease has strongly associated with disrupted NAD+ balance, and research suggests …
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko identifies 'immediate' tasks for Belarusian government. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko stated: "Right now the government's top-priority task of immediate urgency is to promptly stop the decline in the manufacturing sector and to reduce the stock in storage."
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko instructs government to ensure strict price control. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has ordered strict control | over prices and ensuring fair pricing as he received the government's | 2025 report on 17 February.
(2026-02-17). SPL 25/26: Ivan Toney replaces Cristiano Ronaldo as Top Goal Scorer. ummid.com Ivan Toney of Al Ahli Saudi FC has replaced Al-Nassr Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo as Top Goal Scorer after MatchWeek22 (MW22) in the ongoing season of Saudi Pro League (SPL) 2025/26.
(2026-02-17). Belarus, India identify growth areas in exchange trading. eng.belta.by According to the press service, supplies of agricultural products, woodworking goods, and chemical industry items will become the main focus areas for the development of exchange trading between Belarus and India in the near future.
(2026-02-17). Why Portugal is one of Europe's best destinations for villa holidays. thecanary.co 
Portugal has established itself as a frontrunner in sustainable tourism, blending its rich cultural heritage with eco-friendly practices. Many travellers appreciate the abundance of holiday villas in Portugal that align seamlessly with these initiatives, highlighting a commitment that sets a benchmark for other nations. In recent years, Portugal has become synonymous with sustainable tourism, drawing […] | By
(2026-02-17). Friday 3/6: International Day: Stop Fascist Misogyny! Resistance & Action Weekend. indybay.org SF Bay Area, California, and throughout the U.S. and world…
(2026-02-17). Rubio's Manifesto Means Imperialist Subjugation Of The World. popularresistance.org Marco Rubio has laid down the battle lines, and it is time for every socialist and anti-racist on the planet to recognise the danger the United States poses to the world. | The Donald Trump regime is imperialism unmasked: shorn of the usual guff disguising military aggression as defensive or motivated by humanitarian concerns. | Rubio's address to the Munich Security Conference spells out a mission of imperialist domination of the world equally clearly. If Harold Macmillan's famous "winds of change" speech was seen as recognising the end of the colonial era, Rubio now demands that process of liberation be reverse…
(2026-02-17). Cuba's Ministry of Public Health at risk due to fuel blockade. radiohc.cu The recent restrictive measures imposed against Cuba by the U.S. have generated far-reaching impacts on vital health, transportation, and supply services, with direct repercussions on care for pregnant women, children, chronically ill patients, and medical emergencies, the Ministry of Public Health (MINSAP) reported through the Granma newspaper. | More than 32,880 pregnant women face additional risks as a consequence of the energy blockade imposed by the U.S. government against Cuba. | The health entity specified that the measure affects prioritized maternal and child health care, with limitations in access to ob…
(2026-02-17). Wednesday 2/25: Fighting Modern McCarthyism: Lessons from Yesterday. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St. San Francisco, 94109…
(2026-02-17). Strengthening Ties: Modi Invites Rahman to India. devdiscourse.com In a diplomatic gesture aimed at fortifying bilateral ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended an invitation to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and his family to visit India. The gesture underscores the strong cultural bond and shared aspirations between the neighboring nations.
(2026-02-17). Notable Black Folks Who Died In 2026. newsone.com 
UPDATE — Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, 11: 20 a.m. EST: We love our Black celebrities. Period. No matter how famous they get or how big the stages become, there's always a different kind of pride that comes with seeing Black folks win. It feels personal, like their success is proof that we can make it too, …
(2026-02-17). BREAKING: 98% of Excess Deaths in Highly Vaccinated Australian Regions Were Not From COVID-19. globalresearch.ca Yesterday, Raphael Lataster published an
(2026-02-17). Video: Moscow hostel fire injures 6. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A fire erupted inside a hostel in the Russian capital, leaving at least six people injured on Monday, local media reported.The flames reportedly spread rapidly across about 80 square metres, RT revealed on Monday. Videos were shared online showing people jumping from the 4th-floor windows in an attempt to save their lives. Emergency services were called to the fire scene, and after a while, the blaze was brought under control.People jump out of windows during horrific fire at Moscow hostel | Guests jumped from 4th-floor windows to escape an 80sqm fire. Some used tied sheets while others landed on mattr…
(2026-02-17). Bangladesh PM-to-be Tarique Rahman, lawmakers sworn into parliament. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh's prime minister-to-be, Tarique Rahman, and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday, becoming the first elected representatives since a deadly 2024 uprising. | Rahman is set to take over from an interim government that has steered the country of 170 million people for 18 months since the autocratic government of Sheikh Hasina was overthrown. | The lawmakers, who promised loyalty to Bangladesh, were sworn in by the Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin. | Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmakers are expected to formally elect Rahman as their leader, with President Mohammed Shahabudd…
(2026-02-17). Now, Even The Word 'Black' Is Controversial In Black History. newsone.com 
(2026-02-17). Keir Starmer-tied think tank paid PR firm to target The Grayzone. scheerpost.com By Kit Klarenberg for The Grayzone A shadowy think tank run by British PM Keir Starmer's top strategist has been exposed for paying a PR firm to spy on journalists including me and the outlet I write for, The Grayzone. Will the scandal push an already collapsing Starmer government over the edge? Leaked files have …
(2026-02-17). Lawsuit Seeks to Protect Monarchs Under Endangered Species Act. indybay.org Trump Administration Fails to Finalize Overdue Protections for Iconic Butterfly…
(2026-02-17). Stormont health minister's drugs trial ban plays political games with trans lives. thecanary.co 
LGBTQIA+ advocacy group The Rainbow Project (TRP) have "unequivocally" condemned Northern Ireland Executive health minister Mike Nesbitt's decision to further perpetuate the discrimination of trans people. Nesbitt has chosen to suspend the region's participation in a clinical trial of puberty blockers. In a statement, TRP said: This decision runs contrary to the Executive's stated agreement […] | By
(2026-02-17). Black history is America's history. anabaptistworld.org This February marks the 50th anniversary of the national commemoration of Black History Month, proclaimed by President Gerald Ford in 1976 as part of the bicentennial celebrations.
(2026-02-17). Life is Hard to Get Used To, Prisoners Remind Me. counterpunch.org 
The concept of "getting used to" anything in life is an interesting one. Where I've encountered it, the implication is that, over time, one becomes more accustomed. The idea that anything can be gotten used to, in my opinion, is a kind of gut-reaction understanding of life that is not borne out by the experience
(2026-02-17). Israel A State of Exception Eyes Borders Beyond Palestine. ummid.com Israel has already created that void. In the hands of a genocidal settler-colonial society, the state of exception is a relentless nightmare that will not stop at the borders of Palestine.
(2026-02-17). Retired Street Artist Renews Call To Declare Graffiti War On Billionaire Backed Bilal. indybay.org Supervisor Bilal Mahmood has used city resources to speed up buffing graffiti holding him accountable for harm to working class and poor people.
(2026-02-17). At least two killed in Northeastern US ice rink shooting. geo.tv 
Police on the scene of a shooting at an ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, US, on February 16, 2026. — AFPPolice chief says shooting appears targeted.Social media video shows teenagers fleeing as shots ring out.Three are in hospital, all listed critical condition.
(2026-02-17). Mohammad Deepak: A Glare Of Hope In A Charged Situation. ummid.com One hopes and wishes we see more of people like Harsh Manders and 'Mohammad Deepak' who represent the true idea of India.
(2026-02-17). Application for NCET ITEP April 2026 Starts. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration and application process for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2026) conducted for admission in Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP).
(2026-02-17). History of World War II: How Much Did the Weather Contribute to the Wehrmacht's Defeat? The Nazi-Soviet War. globalresearch.ca [Author's Note: The article below, first published by GR in March 2022, focuses mainly on the effects of the Russian climate on Nazi Germany's invasion of the USSR. Although it was not very clear at the time, Operation Barbarossa …
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko praises prompt police response in Smolevichi District. eng.belta.by Three armed foreigners broke a window and got inside a single-family house in the agrotown of Budagovo at about 4: 00 in the morning on 16 February. They used physical force, a baseball bat, and pistols to inflict multiple wounds on the 63-year-old host, his 65-year-old spouse, and a 67-year-old brother.
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko urges exporters to step up efforts, expand market reach. eng.belta.by "Your entire business relies on foreign currency! Earn it and bring the | money back into the country," the Belarusian leader emphasized.
(2026-02-17). Further Thoughts on the January Jobs Report. counterpunch.org 
Like most analysts, I was surprised by the January jobs report. It was definitely stronger than I expected. Now that I have had a day to reflect on it, I thought I would share some thoughts. Briefly, I will deal with four issues: + Was it fake? (quick answer, no) + What does the establishment
(2026-02-17). Battle Over America's Historical Narrative Unfolds in Court. devdiscourse.com Groups representing park conservationists, historians, and scientists have taken legal action against President Donald Trump's administration, aiming to halt the removal of critical information from national parks and monuments. The lawsuit, filed in Boston federal court, contends that these actions are an attempt to erase historical and scientific facts, focusing on issues such as slavery and climate change.
(2026-02-17). The Increasing Attacks on Francesca Albanese Presage a New Dark Age. scheerpost.com Chris Hedges Subsatck Full Text The vicious and sustained campaign mounted against Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian Territory occupied since 1967, by Israel and the U.S. now includes the German, Italian, French, Austrian and Czech foreign ministers demanding her resignation. This campaign is part of …
(2026-02-17). US Launches Three More Airstrikes in Somalia. news.antiwar.com The US has launched three more airstrikes in Somalia, according to press releases put out by US Africa Command, as the Trump administration continues its record-shattering bombing campaign in the country with virtually no US media coverage. AFRICOM said one strike launched on February 14 targeted al-Shabaab about 90 miles to the south of the …
(2026-02-17). Pasadena church looks back on ordeal by fire. anabaptistworld.org Rob Muthiah was preparing to teach a membership class at Pasadena Mennonite Church one day in October when he thought to reach for a familiar tool, the Martyrs Mirror. Then he remembered his copy of the book, which famously describes the death by burning of many early Anabaptists, had itself been turned to ash.
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko: Heating and power grid modernization must be systemic. eng.belta.by The president touched upon issues such as roads, major housing repairs, and water quality.
(2026-02-17). Ramaphosa urges Africa to guard minerals, warns global order is weakening. hindustantimes.com South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a blunt message at the African Union summit, warning that the global rules-based order is weakening and Africa must protect its vast mineral wealth. He pushed for African nations to act together, add value to their resources, and stop exporting raw materials cheaply. His remarks come as global powers race for critical minerals vital for tech and energy transitions. Ramaphosa also touched on AU reforms and conflict resolution efforts in South Sudan and Sudan.
(2026-02-17). Quick Checklist for Installing an eSIM for Your China Trip. thecanary.co 
Travel in China often depends on reliable mobile access for maps, payments, and bookings. Installing an eSIM before departure helps avoid airport SIM lines and last-minute setup delays. A clear checklist keeps the process smooth from purchase to activation, so let's explore. Device Compatibility Check China eSIMs work only on devices that support embedded SIM […] | By
(2026-02-17). Sunday 3/8: Corte Madera: Brave Women for a Free America – March & Rally Against Fascism. indybay.org Corte Madera Town Park | 498 Tamalpais Drive | Corte Madera, CA, 94925…
(2026-02-17). Social Security Administration tells callers that suicide is an option. indybay.org The Social Security Administration Has Been Telling Callers Recently Who Have Been Expressing Suicidal Thoughts, That Suicide Is An Option.
(2026-02-17). Sanya Rises as Magnet for Russian Tourists. infobrics.org When the winter winds blow in Siberia, residents escape the frigid weather by traveling thousands of kilometers to tropical Hainan, an island province in southern China…
(2026-02-17). Tesla Demonstrators Say "Tech Lords Betrayed America" indybay.org On the one year anniversary of weekly protests outside Tesla showrooms nationwide (with a few international locations as well) protesters in Palo Alto were not shy.
(2026-02-17). The general strike and building the anti-monopoly coalition. cpusa.org 
The growing discussion around the potential for a general strike in the United States is a sign of the times. It reflects our working class exploring the extent of its power in the face of capitalism's deepening systemic crisis and the fascist danger emanating from the Trump regime. | For communists, this is a pressing strategic question. What is our Marxist-Leninist view of the role such a tactic should play in the struggle to block fascism and build toward socialism? The answer lies not in romantic declarations, but in the concrete work of building a united, labor-led movement capable of decisive political a…
(2026-02-17). Tax Billionaires Demo at Palo Alto Tesla. indybay.org Celebrating an entire year of protesting at Tesla locations in Palo Alto.
(2026-02-17). Workers to vote on strike action after 'insulting' pay offer. thecanary.co 
Workers at a Cumbria packaging firm will vote on strike action after rejecting an 'insulting' pay offer. Pay offer = pay cut More than 100 workers at Futamura, in Wigton, turned down the company's 1.2 per cent pay offer by a majority of 94 per cent. Trade union GMB is demanding a 3.8 per cent […] | By
(2026-02-17). Public comment sought on special COVID-19 SRD amendments. sanews.gov.za Public comment sought on special COVID-19 SRD amendments | Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has invited the public and interested parties to comment on the amendments to the regulations relating to the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant. ⚪ In a statement on Tuesday, the department said the current iteration of the COVID-19 SRD grant comes to an end on 31 March 2026. During the State of the Nation Address (SONA) last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the provision will be extended for 12 months from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. ⚪ Following the official pronouncement of the e…
(2026-02-17). IMF maintains growth forecast while inflation concerns persist: Martin Iglesias on what SMEs need to know. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-17). Ukraine's Olympic sign bearer was a Russian woman: 'I have to be worried'. scmp.com Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian living in Milan, voiced her opposition to Russia's war against Ukraine with a highly symbolic, if anonymous, act: carrying the Ukraine team placard during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Games. | Kucherova was swathed in a long, hooded silver puffer coat, her eyes covered with dark glasses — like all the other placard bearers for the 92 nations competing in the Olympics. The Ukraine sign was illuminated for the crowd to read.
(2026-02-17). BELGEE produces nearly 374,000 passenger cars since its founding. eng.belta.by The plant currently employs 2,500 people. The production management system and the quality management system have been automated.
(2026-02-17). HRCP calls for judicial probe into Punjab CCD 'encounter' killings. tribune.com.pk 
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has called for the formation of a high-level judicial commission to investigate deaths resulting from operations conducted by Punjab's Crime Control Department (CCD), alleging a pattern of staged police encounters and extrajudicial killings. | In a fact-finding report issued from Lahore, the HRCP alleged that the CCD had adopted encounter killings "as a matter of policy," undermining the rule of law and constitutional safeguards in the province. | Citing press reports, the commission said at least 670 CCD encounters were recorded during the first eight months of 2…
(2026-02-17). Similarities of the European Revolutions of 1848 and the Conjuncture of 2026. globalresearch.ca Although centuries have passed, history produces similar forms of rupture under certain conditions. The parallelism established between the Revolutions of 1848 and the global conjuncture that has been shaped since the 2020s is not due to superficial similarities, but to …
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko endorses concept of global alliance for sanctioned countries. eng.belta.by It is a good idea for the nations facing sanctions to rally together, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he received the government's performance report for 2025.
(2026-02-17). Historic Shankaracharya Temple Project Launched in Jammu & Kashmir. devdiscourse.com The Shri Shankaracharya temple complex, dedicated to the revered Adi Shankaracharya, is set to grace the Trikuta hills of Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district. The foundation stone was laid by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, marking an event anticipated since the project's conceptualization in 1967.
(2026-02-17). Organizers fight back as Missouri moves to crack down on Israel-related speech in schools. mondoweiss.net 
Rights groups warn HB 2061 will be used to silence criticisms of Israel and attack Missouri teachers.
(2026-02-17). Tomgram: Engelhardt, The Apprentices (Us!). warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. The Apocalyptic President The Personification of an Imperial Power (and Planet) in Decline By Tom Engelhardt Once upon a time, if you had described Donald Trump's America to me (the second time around), I would have thought you …
(2026-02-17). Ghoul Suella Braverman announces she would rip up the Equality Act. thecanary.co 
In amongst Reform's patently ridiculous announcement of its new 'shadow cabinet', the far-right party has announced Suella Braverman as its education, skills and equalities spokesperson. In her first move as part of the new role, Braverman announced that Reform would rip up the Equality Act on day one. You'd think an equalities spokesperson would be […] | By
(2026-02-17). The War on Drugs or the War on the Poor? counterpunch.org 
The constant insistence of the US discourse on the war on drugs seems to reflect a moral crusade by successive US administrations to rid their country of drug use. However, the truth is far removed from this simplistic idea that is often perpetuated by the mass media. In reality, what the so-called 'War on Drugs'
(2026-02-17). Purges in the Chinese Military. counterpunch.org 
The Anti-Corruption Campaign China's purge of Gen. Zhang Youxia, long considered a confidante of Xi Jinping and a vice-chairman of the powerful Central Military Commission (CMC), and General Liu Zhenli, has set off a wide range of interpretations. Officially, Gen. Zhang, the lone CMC member with combat experience, is under investigation for "grave violations of
(2026-02-17). Latest Labour u-turn has them paying legal costs to Reform. thecanary.co 
In their latest in a long string of U-turns, Labour have announced that local elections will now go ahead as normal in May 2026. The ruling party had previously called to postpone elections in 30 locations across England. This was ostensibly intended to allow time and capacity for a sweeping restructure of local government. However, […] | By
(2026-02-17). 'Keir Starmer's Government Is Ignoring Growing Demands to Come Clean on Russian Interference in Our Democracy. bylinetimes.com Over the past week Keir Starmer's Government has continued to resist transparency about the extent and reach of the Russian shenanigans around Brexit, despite introducing an electoral bill billed as a bid to combat foreign political interference. | Last week over 20 MPs spoke in support of a petition which demanded a full public inquiry into the Russian interference in British politics. Not one MP from Reform UK attended. | Answering for the Government, the Security Minister Dan Jarvis did depart from the previous Government's view that a public inquiry was unnecessary because "there is no evidence that the ou…
(2026-02-17). Nigel Farage appoints a bunch of Tories to his imaginary Reform shadow cabinet. thecanary.co 
Nigel Farage announced the Reform UK shadow cabinet today, with former Tories taking front and centre. This is despite the fact that Reform UK has just eight MPs, so is in no need of a shadow cabinet. As the racist party are not the official opposition, they don't get to name a shadow cabinet. But, […] | By
(2026-02-17). Operation Shanela II nets over 16 000 suspects. sanews.gov.za Operation Shanela II nets over 16 000 suspects | Over 16000 suspects have been arrested in recent Shanela II operations across the country, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. ⚪ Conducted between 9 and 15 February across the provinces, a total 16 565 suspects were arrested. ⚪ The police operations were conducted together with other law enforcement agencies. ⚪ According to the police, the suspects include those involved in serious crimes such as carjacking, armed robbery, murder, rape, sexual assault, drug dealing, and contravention of the Firearms Control Act. ⚪ Moreover, police in Gauteng traced a…
(2026-02-17). 'Flows need to be balanced': Lukashenko on wage growth outpacing labor productivity. eng.belta.by Today the growth of real wages is outpacing labor productivity, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he received the government's performance report for 2025.
(2026-02-17). Nigeria confronts growing climate risks with rising droughts, heatwaves, and flooding. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-17). Lawmakers Call for Rep. Andy Fine's Censure After Racist Anti-Muslim Tweet. truthout.org Critics are demanding the censure and even expulsion of a Republican US congressman after his latest bigoted remarks against Muslims. The firestorm began on Sunday when Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) responded to a sarcastic social media post by Palestinian American activist Nerdeen Kiswani, who jokingly suggested that New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's election meant that "NYC is coming to Islam,"… |
(2026-02-17). Video: British tourist arrested for destroying check-in machines at Hong Kong Airport. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A British tourist was recently arrested at Hong Kong International Airport for destroying roughly 10 smart check-in machines after having a meltdown. Reports indicate that the 35-year-old was mentally unstable when he arrived at the airport on Monday.Video: British tourist arrested for destroying check-in machines at Hong Kong Airport: NEW: British man has a meltdown at the Hong Kong airport and starts smashing check-in kiosks, gets arrested for having four Viagra pills. | The man was identified as a 35-year-old British tourist.
(2026-02-17). Ritu Tawde takes over as Mumbai Mayor. ummid.com BJP Corporator, Ritu Tawde, has sworn in as the New Mayor of Mumbai Wednesday February 11, 2026.
(2026-02-17). Belarus' government, central bank urged to abandon 'euphoria' over macroeconomic stability. eng.belta.by The president stated that the overall result of last year was modest economic growth in the regions and the country as a whole.
(2026-02-17). Energy Crisis and Deindustrialisation: EU-US Tensions Lead to Decline in American LNG Natural Gas Purchases. globalresearch.ca Growing tensions between the European Union and the United States have led to a decline in American liquefied natural gas (LNG) purchases from terminals in Greece. The diversified energy supply that Brussels now advocates remains difficult to implement, and …
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko wants to get rid of useless organizations that drain state budget. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked that the shortage of human resources, particularly outside the capital city and the oblast capitals, is a topical problem. Meanwhile, there are multiple public sector organizations in the country.
(2026-02-17). The Way Forward for Bangladesh. ummid.com The way forward for Bangladesh involves strengthening democratic institutions, implementing deep structural economic reforms, and ensuring law and order following the 2024 political transition.
(2026-02-17). Why Bangladesh Rejected Islamist Rule. consortiumnews.com The first free election in Bangladesh in years saw the Islamists, courted by the U.S., losing to the secular Bangladesh National Party, reports Betwa Sharma. By Betwa Sharma in Delhi, India Special to Consortium News Bangladesh has elected a new government…
(2026-02-17). Bangladesh PM-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers sworn into parliament. geo.tv 
Bangladesh's newly-elected lawmakers take oath as members of parliament in Dhaka on February 17, 2026. — Geo News live screengrab CEC Nasir Uddin administers oath to newly-elected MPs in Dhaka.BNP lawmakers to formally elect Rahman as their leader in parliament.New leader pledges…
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko calls on government to address decline in industrial output. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko singled out a decline in | industrial output as a key concerning trend as he heard the government's | 2025 report on 17 February.
(2026-02-17). Mark Carney's warning: Albanese is choosing weakness for Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-17). Remembering Sunil Malhotra: A Legacy of Integrity. devdiscourse.com Renowned actor Sidharth Malhotra announced the passing of his father, Sunil Malhotra, after a prolonged illness. In an emotional social media post, Sidharth paid tribute to his father's unwavering honesty, integrity, and cultural values.
(2026-02-17). 'The cheater has finally been exposed': Sannia Ashfaq fires back at Imad Wasim. tribune.com.pk 
Former Pakistan cricketer Imad Wasim's ex-wife, Sannia Ashfaq, has come forward with a pointed response after the all-rounder publicly announced his remarriage, leveling allegations against him in the process. | Taking to Instagram on Monday, Sannia accused her former partner of betrayal. She wrote, "Now everyone has seen the proof. This homewrecker never once thought about my kids. The cheater has finally been exposed and I want justice for my children and for everything we've been put through". | View this post on Instagram | The backdrop to Sannia's statement is Wasim's own Instagram post, announced his mar…
(2026-02-17). Ramadan Peace Gesture: Afghanistan Releases Captured Pakistani Soldiers. devdiscourse.com In a gesture of goodwill during Ramadan, Afghanistan has released three Pakistani soldiers captured during intense cross-border clashes last October, according to government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid.
(2026-02-17). Illinois Had Massive Gaps in Mental Health Coverage. We Organized to Fix It. truthout.org Access to mental health care is rapidly expanding in Illinois, thanks to a legislative victory won through a grassroots campaign that united patients and health care providers to take on the power of the health insurance industry. As organizers who worked on the campaign, we're excited to share the story of our win with the hope that it will give momentum and inspiration to similar campaigns in… |
(2026-02-17). CUET PG 2026 subject-wise schedule released. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the subject-wise schedule of the Common University Entrance Test PG (CUET PG) 2026 on its official website.
(2026-02-17). Peshawar High Court orders no load-shedding during Sehri, Iftar. tribune.com.pk 
Peshawar High Court directed the Peshawar Electric Supply Company not to carry out load-shedding during Sehri and Iftar in the month of Ramazan on Tuesday. | The court issued a five-page written verdict on a petition filed against unannounced electricity load-shedding in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P). | According to the ruling, Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) must take concrete steps to eliminate unannounced load-shedding. If outages are unavoidable, the company has been ordered to issue a transparent schedule. | The court said all possible measures should be taken to end load-shedding and instructed PESCO…
(2026-02-17). SOUTHCOM Blows Up Three Boats in the Waters of Latin America, Killing 11 People. news.antiwar.com US Southern Command on Tuesday announced that its forces launched three separate strikes on alleged drug-running boats in the waters of Latin America the night before, blowing up three small vessels and killing at least 11 people. The command said that two of the boats were targeted in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, where eight people …
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko: Speed of implementing planned measures and projects is crucial. eng.belta.by The president added that the strategic areas for the country's development were determined by the Belarusian People's Congress.
(2026-02-17). Black America Goes 'All Out' in Mourning the Passing of Civil Rights Pioneer Reverend Jesse Jackson. moguldom.com The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a protégé of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and a two-time Democratic presidential contender who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King's assassination, died Tuesday at 84. Santita Jackson confirmed her father died at home in Chicago, surrounded by family; he had been living with a progressive …
(2026-02-17). Call for stricter livestock permit controls. sanews.gov.za Call for stricter livestock permit controls | Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has called for tighter regulation of livestock movement permits and the temporary suspension of physical auctions as the province intensifies efforts to curb the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). | The appeal comes as 450 heads of cattle were vaccinated against FMD in Fisantekraal, Cape Town, on Sunday as part of a province-wide vaccination campaign. | The Western Cape provincial government has embarked on a massive drive to vaccinate high-risk herds across the province. | The vaccination drive in Fisantekraal was overseen by Wind…
(2026-02-17). AFC Cup: With Ronaldo rested, Al-Nassr defeats FK Arkadag 1-0. ummid.com Saudi Pro League giant Al-Nassr FC Wednesday February 11, 2026 defeated FK Arkadag in the AFC Champions League Two knockout stage (ACL Two Round of 16).
(2026-02-17). Bernie Sanders on Jesse Jackson: One of the Most Significant Political Leaders of "Last 100 Years" democracynow.org 
As we remember the life and legacy of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84, we air remarks by Senator Bernie Sanders from a 2024 tribute held during the Democratic National Convention. Sanders, whose own two runs for president galvanized progressives across the United States, hailed Jackson's campaigns in 1984 and 1988 for building a broad coalition for social justice. "Jesse Jackson is one of the very most significant political leaders in this country in the last 100 years," Sanders said. "Jesse's contribution to modern history is not just brin…
(2026-02-17). UK climate deal with California provokes childish Trump outburst. thecanary.co 
The UK have signed a deal with California to collaborate on green energy initiatives and boost investment. However, US president Trump has been vocal in his opposition to the agreement. As such, the move is an unusual tactic for Starmer's Labour, which has so far sucked up to the far-right dictator like its life depends […] | By
(2026-02-17). As The US Ramps Up Its Attacks On Cuba, Support For Its Revolution Grows. popularresistance.org On January 29, which coincides with the twelfth anniversary of the declaration of Latin America and the Caribbean as a Zone of Peace (at the CELAC meeting in Havana, Cuba), the Trump administration designated Cuba as "an unusual and extraordinary threat… to the national security and foreign policy of the United States." As a result of this designation, the US is tightening the economic blockade on Cuba, with a particular emphasis on stopping fuel deliveries, and is threatening any nation that provides aid. Clearing the FOG speaks with Netfa Freeman of the Black Alliance for Peace about the impact of the blockad…
(2026-02-17). Climate emergency ignored as banks double down on coal and gas. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-17). Spain's Popular Front At 90: The Anti-Fascist Struggle That Changed The World. popularresistance.org Ninety years ago, the people of Spain delivered a forceful rebuke to right-wing extremism and opened one of the most dramatic chapters in working-class history. The election victory on Feb. 16, 1936, of the Popular Front (Frente Popular)—an alliance of socialists, communists, republicans, and other democratic forces—was much more than a routine parliamentary transition of government. | It was a mass uprising at the ballot box, fueled by workers, farmers, women, and youth. They were determined to defend democracy and push forward with reforms that had been long-delayed by a series of right-wing adminis…
(2026-02-17). Video: USA Is Using Hunger as a Weapon to Try to Collapse Cuba. globalresearch.ca The Donald Trump administration has imposed an extreme oil blockade to prevent Cuba from getting fuel from any country. Marco Rubio wants to collapse the economy, causing millions of civilians to starve and suffer in order to overthrow the revolutionary …
(2026-02-17). Fire breaks out at chemical warehouse in Site Area. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-17). Sri Lanka removes Pakistan from negative visa lists after Naqvi meeting. tribune.com.pk 
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has ordered the immediate removal of Pakistan from all "negative" visa lists after a meeting with Federal Interior Minister and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. | The development is being viewed as a significant step towards easing travel concerns for Pakistani citizens and strengthening bilateral ties. | During the meeting, Naqvi raised the issue of visa difficulties faced by Pakistani nationals. Taking prompt notice, President Dissanayake directed authorities to remove Pakistan from all negative visa categories, providing relief to Pakistani travellers and the business…
(2026-02-17). European officials try to convince citizens to support militarization. infobrics.org German and UK officials use anti-Russian rhetoric to spread fear among ordinary Europeans.
(2026-02-17). Just £25 quid left per week — the cost of living crisis is worth than we thought. thecanary.co 
The neoliberal system leaves 40 percent of Britons with less than £25 at the end of each week, a survey by the Cost of Living Action (COLA) group has found. This is pittance and unlikely to stretch far under the cost of living crisis, where even employed people are finding themselves out of pocket. Manufactured […] | By
(2026-02-17). Jammu and Kashmir's Agriculture Grants Propel Economic Growth. devdiscourse.com The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Tuesday approved grants totaling over Rs 9,680 crore for departments including agriculture, rural development, and others. This decision came after extensive discussions among the legislators.
(2026-02-17). Trump 2.0 Must Urgently Declare Its Position Towards Poland's Nuclear Weapons Plans. globalresearch.ca Polish President Karol Nawrocki recently told
(2026-02-17). JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026: How and Where to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on the official website 'jeemain.nta.nic.in' the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result today i.e. Monday February 16, 2026.
(2026-02-17). Cristiano Ronaldo scores 962nd career goal as Al-Nassr defeats Al-Fateh. ummid.com Playing against Al-Fateh after his much talked about protest, Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Saudi FC to its 7th consecutive victory in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 group match Saturday February 14, 2026.
(2026-02-17). UN Israel lobby group created fake Francesca Albanese video. thecanary.co 
The fake video a number of European governments are using to demand the resignation of Palestinian rights champion Francesca Albanese was created by a UN-accredited Israel lobby group. The Orwellian-named 'UN Watch' claims to exist to hold the UN to its charter. In fact, it is an outright Israel lobby group — but one with […] | By
(2026-02-17). How the India-Russia-China Economic Corridor Promises Speedier, Cheaper Transport. infobrics.org Reducing the time and expense involved in transporting goods is no small feat, but the new India-Russia-China corridor aims to do just that, transforming trade dynamics and delivering fresh momentum to Indian exports…
(2026-02-17). Ramadan 2026 Moon sighting in Saudi Arabia Tuesday. ummid.com The Saudi Royal Court has asked local citizens to spot and report if any the New Moon of Ramadan 2026 (Ramadan 1447) — The Holy Month of Fasting, on Tuesday 29th of Shaban 1447 AH corresponding to February 17, 2026.
(2026-02-17). Valentine's Day "Sin Amor" for ICE and Trump. indybay.org Valentine's Day was the one-year anniversary of weekly protests outside the Tesla showroom, where demonstrators called to "Take Down Trump" in denouncing and lamenting the erosion of constitutional freedoms, the weakening of democratic norms, and a continued shift toward autocratic rule.
(2026-02-17). This is What Winning Looks Like. indybay.org We are going to win, this much is clear. Not because love is stronger than hate, not because of our unquenchable passion for freedom, but because our enemies are all dumber than a box of hammers. Maybe even two boxes. Anyone who doubts this need only review the events of the past two weeks.
(2026-02-17). Peter Thiel Is Unleashing a Neocolonial Billionaire Fantasy in Honduras. scheerpost.com By Edith Romero for Truthout n April 2025, Peter Thiel's Palantir made headlines after documents were released detailing its partnership with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to create ImmigrationOS, a massive database of information gathered from a variety of sources including the IRS, in order to surveil, detain, and deport immigrants. Thiel is not new to spearheading …
(2026-02-17). Huckabee Says US and Israel 'Absolutely Aligned' on Iran. news.antiwar.com US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee said on Monday that the US and Israel are "absolutely aligned" on the need to "deal" with Iran as Washington continues building up its forces in the Middle East to prepare for a potential attack on the Islamic Republic. Huckabee made the comments when addressing the Conference of Presidents …
(2026-02-17). 'Build That Wall': Why Secretary Rubio Is No Jack Kennedy. bylinetimes.com In June 1963, President John F Kennedy gave one of the most iconic speeches of the Cold War era, when he stood in front of tens of thousands of Germans in West Berlin and declared "Ich Bin Ein Berliner." The speech took place twenty two months after the erection of the Berlin Wall, a concrete barrier separating East and West Berlin, which came to symbolize the ideological division between communism and democracy. | The heart of his speech was a declaration of US solidarity with the people of Germany, who suffered most acutely from the impact of the Wall, alongside an affirmation that "freedom is indivisible, a…
(2026-02-17). In a First, Bengaluru Organises Ramadan Book Fair. ummid.com The first edition of the Ramadan Book Fair was held on 7th and 8th February at Beary's Amity, Bengaluru.
(2026-02-17). Cristiano Ronaldo's Strike at Al-Nassr: Real Story is Much Larger. ummid.com While the headlines are focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's recent strike at Al-Nassr, the real story is much larger.
(2026-02-17). Remembering the Rev. Jesse Jackson's Impact and Civil Rights Leadership. capitalbnews.org 
The Rev. Jesse Jackson — a grandfather, husband, and storied civil rights icon — has passed away. Jackson died peacefully Tuesday morning, surrounded by family, according to a statement issued by the Rainbow People United to Save Humanity (PUSH) Coalition. Last fall, Jackson was hospitalized at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, where he received "good …
(2026-02-17). RRB CEN 06/2025 Exam Date Confirmed. ummid.com The Ministry of Railways has confirmed the examination date and schedule of the Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1) to be conducted to fill various vacancies as notified under the RRB CEN 06/2025.
(2026-02-17). Secretary of State Marc Rubio's Silence on Ukraine Reveals Shift in US' Stance. globalresearch.ca United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the Munich Security Conference barely mentioned Ukraine, noted Responsible Statecraft. Furthermore, the magazine noted that Rubio canceled a planned meeting with European leaders on the issue, leading to speculation about a …
(2026-02-17). Jesse Jackson's Legacy: From Marching with MLK to Building the Rainbow Coalition. democracynow.org 
We look back on the life and legacy of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84. From marching with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to building the Rainbow Coalition in his two presidential runs and beyond, "Jackson's life contributed to making this country more democratic, more inclusive, more fair," says Howard University political science professor Clarence Lusane. | We also speak with activist Larry Hamm, who co-chaired Jackson's 1988 presidential campaign in New Jersey. Hamm first met Jackson in 1971 and says he was "audacious" above all else.
(2026-02-17). Glass injuries on Goa beaches demand practical, incentivised remedy: DRS. ummid.com Recurring injuries from broken glass on Goa's beaches have begun to draw attention to how waste is managed after consumption.
(2026-02-17). Reclaiming the Past – California Africana 365 along the American River Parkway. indybay.org 100 years ago Negro History Week officially established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, 50 years ago US President Gerald Ford recognized Black History Month, May 2026 California Africana 365 – Leidesdorff Ranch comes alive…
(2026-02-17). Saturday 2/28: Community Teach-In about Hindutva and Zionism. indybay.org First Unitarian Church of San José | 160 North 3rd Street | San José, CA 95112…
(2026-02-17). Don Lemon Pleads Not Guilty To Charges Related To Church Protest In Case That Could Determine Future Of Free Press. newsone.com 
Source: Stephen Maturen / Getty | Anyone who is interested in the preservation of the First Amendment and the free press should be paying close attention to what happens in Lemon's arr…
(2026-02-17). Minimum income requirements exclude poor people from affordable housing. indybay.org Many People Are Homeless and Unhoused In The Bay Area Because "Minimum Income Requirements" In Many So-Called Affordable Housing Projects, Exclude Poor People From Their Projects.
(2026-02-17). Lukashenko identifies problematic issues in agriculture despite good harvest. eng.belta.by "Livestock production rose (103%), and food exports hit a record $10 billion. But these achievements are overshadowed by unacceptable livestock mortality and chronic farm debt," the president said.
(2026-02-17). A massive climate resilience program is escaping Florida's DOGE purge. grist.org When it comes to government spending, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is taking a cue from the Trump administration. | As his second term nears its end, DeSantis is spearheading a campaign to
(2026-02-17). No hay pérdidas humanas en incendio en oriental municipio cubano de Urbano Noris. radiohc.cu 
Un incendio afectó totalmente la estructura de tres viviendas ubicadas en los alrededores del parque Las Américas, en el municipio de Urbano Noris, en la oriental provincia cubana de Holguín, sin que se reportaran pérdidas de vidas humanas. | Las causas del siniestro aún no han sido precisadas de forma oficial. El fuego fue sofocado por efectivos del Comando #6 del cuerpo de Bomberos de Holguín, quienes contaron con el apoyo organizado de los pobladores de la zona durante las labores de extinción. | Walter Marrero Ballester, primer secretario del Comité Municipal del Partido en Urbano Noris, declaró a Radio Sagua…
(2026-02-17). Trump, Netanyahu y el compás de espera. radiohc.cu El primer ministro Netanyahu visitó con premura Washington D.C. El desmantelamiento de su programa nuclear y la reducción del alcance de los misiles al límite de 300 kilómetros fueron propósitos defendidos por el primer ministro de Israel, que se complementan con la exigencia de que Irán renuncie a seguir apoyando a Hezbolá y a Ansarollah de Yemen, con capacidad de actuación contra el estad…
(2026-02-17). No hay pérdidas humanas en incendio en oriental municipio cubano de Urbano Noris. radiohc.cu Un incendio afectó totalmente la estructura de tres viviendas ubicadas en los alrededores del parque Las Américas, en el municipio de Urbano Noris, en la oriental provincia cubana de Holguín, sin que se reportaran pérdidas de vidas humanas. | Las causas del siniestro aún no han sido precisadas de forma oficial. El fuego fue sofocado por efectivos del Comando #6 del cuerpo de Bomberos de Holguín, quienes contaron con el apoyo organizado de los pobladores de la zona durante las labores de extinción. | Walter Marrero Ballester, primer secretario del Comité Municipal del Partido en Urbano Noris, declaró a Radio Sagua…
(2026-02-17). Canciller de Cuba reitera a España voluntad de reforzar nexos. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez reiteró este lunes en Madrid, al Gobierno de España la voluntad de reforzar el diálogo político, económico-comercial y la cooperación en beneficio de ambos países. | El jefe de la diplomacia cubana escribió en su cuenta de X que a su paso por la capital española fue recibido por su homólogo, el ministro de Asuntos Exteriores, Unión Europea y Cooperación de España, José Manuel Albares, con quien sostuvo una reunión de trabajo. | Rodríguez expuso en X la determinación de su país de fortalecer los lazos con España, "en el complicado contexto internacional…
(2026-02-17). Trump, Netanyahu y el compás de espera. radiohc.cu El primer ministro Netanyahu visitó con premura Washington D.C. El desmantelamiento de su programa nuclear y la reducción del alcance de los misiles al límite de 300 kilómetros fueron propósitos defendidos por el primer ministro de Israel, que se complementan con la exigencia de que Irán renuncie a seguir apoyando a Hezbolá y a Ansarollah de Yemen, con capacidad de actuación contra el estad…
(2026-02-17). Universidad Central aplica medidas y alternativas ante la situación actual del país. radiohc.cu 
La Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas reajusta su labor, a partir de las indicaciones del Ministerio de Educación Superior, con la aplicación de medidas ante el recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos y el desabastecimiento de combustible. | "No dejaremos de cumplir nuestra misión fundamental para formar a las nuevas generaciones de profesionales", expresó el Doctor en Ciencias Luis Antonio Barranco Olivera, rector de la casa de altos estudios en el centro de Cuba. | "Todas nuestras actividades docentes pasan a la semipresencialidad, que se trabajan en todos los colect…
(2026-02-17). Le tensioni tra Ungheria e Ucraina potrebbero portare a un nuovo conflitto regionale. strategic-culture.su Il regime di Kiev potrebbe subire gravi ritorsioni da parte dell'Ungheria a causa delle recenti provocazioni. | Segue nostro Le tensioni tra Ungheria e Ucraina hanno raggiunto un nuovo livello di gravità , avvicinandosi pericolosamente alla possibilità di uno scontro aperto. Quello che un tempo era limitato a disaccordi diplomatici e dispute retoriche assume ora dimensioni strategiche più ampie, con il potenziale di destabilizzare la reg…
(2026-02-17). Cuba otorga Premio Nacional de Química 2025 a Yury Valdés Balbín. radiohc.cu El Instituto Finlay de Vacunas (IFV) informó desde su perfil en Facebook que Yury Valdés Balbín, director general de esa institución, obtuvo el Premio Nacional de Química 2025, otorgado por la Sociedad Cubana de Química en reconocimiento a su trayectoria científica. | El jurado estuvo presidido por la doctora en Ciencias María de los àÅngeles Arada Pérez e integrado por los doctores Isel Pascual Alonso, Lourdes Zumalacárregui de Cárdenas, Leslie Reguera Núñez y Luis Cruz Viera, quienes evaluaron los méritos de los candidatos en las áreas de Química, Bioquímica, Ingeniería Química y Enseñanza. | Valdés Balbí…
(2026-02-17). EEUU captura petrolero Verónica III en aguas internacionales. radiohc.cu El Departamento de Guerra de Estados Unidos informó a través de su cuenta en la red social X sobre la captura del petrolero Verónica III en aguas internacionales. | Según el comunicado oficial, la embarcación fue interceptada tras un extenso seguimiento que se extendió desde el mar Caribe hasta el océano Ândico. | Según la dependencia, "con la esperanza de escapar, el buque intentó desafiar la cuarentena [aprobada] por el presidente Trump. Lo rastreamos desde el Caribe hasta el océano Ândico, acortamos la distancia y lo detuvimos". | La captura del Verónica III se enmarca en el bloqueo naval que Estados Unidos ma…
(2026-02-17). Jefe de Estado cubano felicita al pueblo chino por Año Nuevo Lunar. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel envió este lunes una felicitación "al querido y hermano pueblo de la República Popular China", al que deseó felicidad, salud y prosperidad, en ocasión del Año Nuevo Lunar. | En su cuenta en la red social X, el mandatario manifestó tener seguridad de que "en el Nuevo Año del Caballo de Fuego ambos países continuarán avanzando decididamente en la defensa de la causa socialista y la construcción conjunta de una Comunidad de Futuro Compartido China-Cuba". | En otro mensaje en la misma plataforma, Díaz…
(2026-02-17). EEUU captura petrolero Verónica III en aguas internacionales. radiohc.cu El Departamento de Guerra de Estados Unidos informó a través de su cuenta en la red social X sobre la captura del petrolero Verónica III en aguas internacionales. | Según el comunicado oficial, la embarcación fue interceptada tras un extenso seguimiento que se extendió desde el mar Caribe hasta el océano Ândico. | Según la dependencia, "con la esperanza de escapar, el buque intentó desafiar la cuarentena [aprobada] por el presidente Trump. Lo rastreamos desde el Caribe hasta el océano Ândico, acortamos la distancia y lo detuvimos". | La captura del Verónica III se enmarca en el bloqueo naval que Estados Unidos ma…
(2026-02-17). Pueblo mexicano ratifica apoyo a Cuba contra hostilidad de EE. UU. radiohc.cu La Embajada de La Habana en México destacó este lunes que cientos de mexicanos y cubanos expresaron su apoyo a la mayor isla de las Antillas, frente a la hostilidad del Gobierno de Estados Unidos. | La víspera, los grupos solidarios se dieron cita en la sede diplomática, para denunciar la política agresiva, cruel e inhumana de Washington. | Según la información, en dicho lugar se estableció, además, un centro de acopio para ayuda que será enviada al pueblo cubano. | Eugenio Martínez, embajador en México, agradeció la solidaridad del pueblo mexicano y aseguró que "la ayuda que ha traído la gente, llegará al pueblo…
(2026-02-17). Jazzista Arturo O'Farrill denunció bloqueo de EE. UU. a Cuba. radiohc.cu El compositor y pianista de reconocida trayectoria internacional, Arturo O'Farrill declaró que el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos contra Cuba constituye un acto de crueldad que afecta a millones de personas, informó el Instituto Cubano de la Música, desde su perfil en Facebook. | O'Farrill, ganador de seis premios Grammy y dos Grammy Latinos, afirmó en apoyo a la soberanía de Cuba, que la administración estadounidense ha extendido las restricciones al suministro de petróleo hacia la isla, lo cual agrava las condiciones de vida de la población. | El fundador de Belongó, instit…
(2026-02-17). Saturday 2/21: Palestine and the Palestinian People before October 7th – Lecture 4. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library | 1247 Marin Ave, Albany…
(2026-02-17). Sunday 2/22: Baked Goods Not Bombs. indybay.org Colusa Circle, Kensington (neat the Farmers Market)…
(2026-02-17). Turns Out The FAA Shut Down El Paso Airspace To Fire A Laser At Party Balloons. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | There's been confusion as to why the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced and quickly reversed a 10-day closure of El Paso airspace Fol…
(2026-02-17). Hyatt Hotels chairman Thomas Pritzker steps down over Epstein ties. aljazeera.com Pritzker steps down as Hyatt executive chairman, effective immediately, over his relationship with the sex offender.
(2026-02-17). Bangladesh PM-to-be and lawmakers sworn into parliament. aljazeera.com Bangladesh's prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and newly elected lawmakers have been sworn into parliament.
(2026-02-17). Barcelona lose to Girona 2-1 after Lamine Yamal's penalty miss. aljazeera.com Barca miss a chance to move above Real Madrid in the Spanish league as Catalan neighbours Girona climb to 12th.
(2026-02-17). Rhode Island shooting: 2 killed, 3 critically injured at Pawtucket ice rink. aljazeera.com The attacker has also died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after opening fire at an ice hockey rink in the US.
(2026-02-17). Train derails in Switzerland, injuring five amid avalanches in the Alps. aljazeera.com The accident happened as the region is under its second-highest avalanche warning, a level four out of five.
(2026-02-17). Judge orders Trump administration to restore Philadelphia slavery exhibit. aljazeera.com Judge accuses the US government of trying to rewrite history by taking down the exhibit in the city of Philadelphia.
(2026-02-17). More than a dozen killed in bomb blasts, gunfire in Pakistan's northwest. aljazeera.com Eleven security personnel and a child killed in Bajaur district, after two killed in separate incident in Bannu.
(2026-02-17). How ICE uses facial recognition in the streets. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Linh Nguyen explains how ICE has effectively turned the US into a checkpoint society.
(2026-02-17). Incoming Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman, lawmakers sworn into parliament. aljazeera.com Lawmakers pledged allegiance to Bangladesh as hundreds of people gathered outside Dhaka's parliament grounds.
(2026-02-17). Hamas rejects Netanyahu aide's 60-day ultimatum for group to disarm. aljazeera.com Israeli minister issues 60-day ultimatum to Hamas, threatening renewed war if the group fails to disarm as demanded.
(2026-02-17). How Israel won the Pacific and its backing at the UN. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report Several small Pacific countries regularly vote in support of Israel at the United Nations in spite of overwhelming opposition for the Zionist state in the Middle East over its genocide in Gaza. Why? In this AJ+ video short, senior presenter/producer Dena Takruri sets out to explain the Pacific backing for Tel Aviv,…
(2026-02-17). Eugene Doyle: Silencing Francesca Albanese 'Not in our name' Gaza reflections. asiapacificreport.nz UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese is again at the heart of a witch hunt over a speech she made at the Al Jazeera Forum last week that was "doctored" by the pro-Israel and anti-United Nations NGO UN Watch to claim falsely that she described Israel as the "common enemy". Albanese responded — as shown by…
(2026-02-17). Confusion over West Papua bombing, displacement claims. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific The Indonesian government has dismissed a claim that its military has been bombing villages in West Papua. The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) claims a makeshift refugee camp in Puncak regency was bombed, and that many villagers have been displaced. ULMWP president Benny Wenda said the Air Force had "relentlessly attacked…
(2026-02-17). Quick Start for Spring Festival: Year of the Horse. ecns.cn "Becoming Chinese" is trending worldwide, with overseas netizens joking about living in a "very Chinese moment."
(2026-02-17). Quick start for Spring Festival: 'Becoming Chinese' in the Year of the Horse. ecns.cn Lately, "Becoming Chinese" is trending overseas, with a wave of overseas netizens joking that they're living through a "very Chinese time". As the Year of the Horse Spring Festival arrives, Draco Malfoy has unexpectedly gone viral, turning into a festive icon. | Countries like France, Malta, and Belarus have released their Year of the Horse commemorative postage stamps, showing how the Spring Festival is going global.
(2026-02-17). Israeli election panel weighs ban on parties tracking non-voters at polling stations. haaretz.com Justice Noam Sohlberg, who chairs the Central Elections Committee, asked the attorney general to weigh in on the practice of party representatives reporting voter names in real time – amid warnings that it constitutes a significant violation of privacy and the principle of ballot secrecy…
(2026-02-17). Israel arrests Palestinian journalist — for sending news clips to an outlawed media agency. haaretz.com It is unclear whether the journalist knew that AlQastal News was designated a terrorist organization. Clips were sent more than two months ago, and her defense attorney questioned why the arrest was carried out only now, and why she was not summoned earlier for police questioning…
(2026-02-17). Iraq: ISIS Detainees Transferred from Syria at Risk of Abuse. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A woman walks with a child in Roj camp, which holds foreign wives and children of Islamic State (ISIS) members, in northeast Syria, September 2018. | © 2018 Delil Souleiman/AFP/Getty Images…
(2026-02-17). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-17). Working Together to Respect Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. icrc.org This speech was delivered by Megan Rock, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in the Pacific, at the Commonwealth Law Minister's Meeting on 11 February 2026 in Nadi, Fiji…
(2026-02-17). Philippines: Caring for conflict-affected people. icrc.org Facts and figures from January to December 2025…
(2026-02-17). UHRC to Byanyima: Besigye's victims also need justice. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission, Mariam Wangadya, has said that although Dr. Kizza Besigye, as an accused person, is entitled to justice, his alleged victims are equally entitled to the same. In a February 10, 2026, letter, written to Edith Byanyima on behalf of the Byanyima family …
(2026-02-17). Family wants daughter's death investigated as Saudi postmortem blames "natural causes" independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The family of 31-year-old, Fauza Musubika, of Mpungwe village, in Kagoma town council, of Jinja district who was hired as a housemaid have been shocked by…
(2026-02-17). Are disabled Ugandans being left out of digital ID system? independent.co.ug 
Gaps in Uganda's digital ID rollout could exclude people with disabilities from critical public services SPECIAL REPORT | RONALD MUSOKE | When on Feb. 9, Claire Ollama, the friendly and polyglottic Registrar of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), declared the nationwide digital ID registration and renewal exercise "successfully concluded," the numbers seemed to tell …
(2026-02-17). US and Iran Begin Nuclear Talks in Geneva as Tensions Escalate. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Iran commenced indirect nuclear negotiations in Geneva on Tuesday, mediated by Oman, in an effort to resolve their long-standing nuclear dispute. U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner participated alongside Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, while President Donald Trump stated he would be involved "indirectly" in the process. A senior Iranian …
(2026-02-17). Iran closes parts of Strait of Hormuz amid high-stakes nuclear talks with US. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran will partially close a key oil route, the Strait of Hormuz, while discussing its nuclear program with the U. S. during talks in Geneva. The U. S. has sent military forces to the Gulf, aiming to persuade Iran to agree to certain conditions. President Donald Trump suggested that changing Iran's regime might be beneficial, …
(2026-02-17). Financial Brief: A Weekly Roundup on the Geopolitics of Money Feb 17. moderndiplomacy.eu EXECUTIVE TAKEAWAYS A week of cautious markets and sovereign stress. Asian equities traded tentatively as oil rose on U.S.-Iran talks, with markets pricing de-escalation before Geneva produced anything concrete. The dollar steadied awaiting Fed minutes and U.S. GDP, while Japan's near-stagnant Q4 growth strengthened Takaichi's fiscal stimulus case while undermining BOJ rate hike justification, a …
(2026-02-17). Land Dominates Agenda as Geneva Peace Talks Between Russia and Ukraine Begin. moderndiplomacy.eu The Geneva round of U.S.-mediated peace talks underscores that land remains the core stumbling block in the four-year conflict between Russia and Ukraine. While previous rounds in Abu Dhabi yielded limited progress, shifting the venue to Geneva reflects both symbolic and practical urgency, coming just days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion. The …
(2026-02-17). Deadly Taliban Attack Kills 12 at Pakistan Checkpoint. moderndiplomacy.eu A devastating suicide attack struck a Pakistani army checkpoint in Bajur district, near the Afghan border, leaving 11 security personnel and one child dead. Militants rammed a vehicle loaded with explosives into the checkpoint after being blocked from entering a soldiers' residential compound. Seven others, including women and children, were injured, while 12 attackers were …
(2026-02-17). Australia Refuses Repatriation Aid for Families of IS Militants. moderndiplomacy.eu The government of Australia has ruled out assisting Australians held in a Syrian detention camp for families of suspected Islamic State fighters to return home. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the government would not facilitate repatriation, though authorities remain prepared to prosecute individuals if they manage to return independently. The cohort includes women and children …
(2026-02-17). China Emerges as Backdoor Hub for Foreign Cars Entering Russia. moderndiplomacy.eu Despite sweeping sanctions imposed after Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, tens of thousands of foreign-brand vehicles continue reaching Russian buyers through gray-market channels routed via China. Registration data and industry sources indicate that vehicles from Japanese, German, and South Korean brands are being exported through intermediaries, often circumventing corporate withdrawal commitments and export controls. Many …
(2026-02-17). US pressure mounts on Ukraine as it enters Geneva talks with Russia. moderndiplomacy.eu Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia started two days of peace talks in Geneva on Tuesday, with U. S. President Donald Trump urging both sides to quickly reach an agreement to end the ongoing conflict. The main issue to be discussed is land, particularly Russia's demand for Ukraine to surrender the remaining 20% of the Donetsk …
(2026-02-17). Swiss TV pulls Gaza genocide remarks against Israel Olympic team. newarab.com 
Swiss public broadcaster Radio Television Suisse (RTS) has removed from its website a segment in which one of its commentators sharply criticised the participation of an The remarks were delivered by commentator Stefan Reina during Monday's two-man bobsleigh run featuring Israeli athletes Adam Edelman and Chen…
(2026-02-17). Hamas and Israeli-backed militias: A looming showdown in Gaza. newarab.com 
Recent threats by Hamas's armed wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, against A Sin…
(2026-02-17). Eight countries, UN condemn Israel's W. Bank land registration. newarab.com 
Eight countries, including Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, strongly condemned Israel's decision to Eight countries said such policies constitute a "dangerous escalation that will further heighten tensions and instability" in the territory and wider region. Eight countries said such policies constitute a "dangerous escalation that will further he…
(2026-02-17). Israeli settler to be charged over killing Palestinian activist. newarab.com 
Israeli prosecutors said Monday that they plan to charge a settler in the Attacks from settlers and home demolitions by authorities have spiked dramatically over the past two years, but the death in July of
(2026-02-17). Nunez double keeps Al-Hilal unbeaten in Asian Champions League. newarab.com 
Saudi Pro League leaders Former Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez scored twice for Simone Inzaghi's side, including the 77th-minute winner, as the four-times champions finished on top of the western group phase standings with seven wins and a draw from eight matches. | Shabab Al-Ahli confirmed their pro…
(2026-02-17). Saudi Arabia, most of GCC announce Wednesday as start of Ramadan. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia announced Wednesday as the first official day of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, after the crescent moon was sighted in the Kingdom, official news agency SPA announced on Tuesday. | Many other countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council, including the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, will also observe the start holy month on Wednesday. | Iraq, Lebanon, and Yemen also made a similar announcement. |
(2026-02-17). Iran's IRGC begin military drills in Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
Iran's The war games, the duration of which was not specified, aim to prepare the Guards for "potential security and military threats" in the strait, state TV said, after the United States deployed a large naval force to the area. | Iranian hardline politicians have repeatedly threatened to block the strait, especially during t…
(2026-02-17). Roadblocks in Beirut after Lebanon announces fuel and VAT hike. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Lawyer: UK in 'moral and legal void' over Palestine Action ban. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Moroccan lawyers end strike after reform bill suspended: bar. newarab.com 
Lawyers in Omar Mahmoud Bendjelloun, a board member of the Association of Moroccan Bars (ABAM), told AFP news agency that
(2026-02-17). Hamas official rejects Israeli ultimatum to surrender weapons. newarab.com 
A senior A close aide to the Israeli prime minister on Monday threatened to resume the Senior Hamas official Mahmoud Mardawi told Al Jazeera that the grou…
(2026-02-17). UK government drops plans to delay May council votes. newarab.com 
British Prime Minister Starmer survived a leadership crisis last week, and his governing Labour Party is widely expected to suffer heavy losses in the May polls following the rise of Nigel Farage's populist The government had permitted some councils to postpone their elections…
(2026-02-17). Spain's far-right Vox pushes bill to criminalise niqab, burqa. newarab.com 
Spain's far-right The proposal, titled "Law for the Protection of Women's Dignity and Public Safety in Public Spaces", seeks to ban full-face Islamic coverings nationwide and impose fines of up to 600 euros on wom…
(2026-02-17). Egypt's Alexandria is being battered by climate change. newarab.com 
High waves have damaged facilities along the beach in the northern Alexandria, Over the decade, the city has experienced extreme weather, including highe…
(2026-02-17). Saudi foreign policy makers have read Sun Tzu well. Have Iran's. newarab.com 
In today's Middle East, a prolonged Cold War is underway in which the most decisive contests are not won through direct confrontation but through steady economic growth and gradual cultural transformation, even as rivals exhaust themselves in protracted conflicts. | The apparent winners are those who have embraced the lessons of Sun Tzu, the sixth-century BCE Chinese strategist, particularly his most counterintuitive and enduring insight: "The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting." | Axis of resistance: | Iran appeared to choose this path. At the turn of the millennium, it was hemmed…
(2026-02-17). Ramallah Art Fair shows how Palestinians create under occupation. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Sentences of up to 15 years for Tunisian synagogue attack. newarab.com 
Tunisian courts handed down prison sentences of up to 15 years to five defendants tied to a deadly May 2023 attack on a synagogue on the island of The attack on A student and the attacker's fiancee, who were prosecuted for "complici…
(2026-02-17). Over dozen killed in bomb blast, gunfire in northwest Pakistan. newarab.com 
A suicide bomber backed by a group of gunmen rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the wall of a security post after troops signalled for it to stop in a former The military said in a statement that the attackers, overnight, had sought to breach the checkpoint but were thwarted by security forces. It said troops later pursued and killed 12 "k…
(2026-02-17). Bangladesh's Yunus announces resignation, end of interim govt. newarab.com 
Bangladesh's interim leader "Today, the interim government is stepping down," the 85-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner said. | "But let the practice of democracy, freedom of speech, and fundamental rights that has begun not be halted." | Yunus returned from self?imposed exile in August 2024, days after the iron?fisted government of Sheikh Hasina was overthrown by a student-led uprising and she…
(2026-02-17). Iraqi-UAE consortium plans $700 million data cable amid AI boom. newarab.com 
An Iraqi-Emirati consortium is planning a $700 million subsea-and-terrestrial data cable linking the United Arab Emirates to Turkey via Iraq, one of the project's backers said, just over a week after the announcement of Gulf neighbours Saudi Arabia and the UAE are each trying to tap into demand for connectivity in the region and become hubs for AI infrastructure, including data centers, amid wider economic and geopolitical competition across the region. | The Iraqi-UAE p…
(2026-02-17). US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies at 84. newarab.com 
Veteran US civil rights activist Reverend Jackson, a Baptist minister, had been a civil rights leader since the 1960s, when he marched with "Our father was a servant leader, not only to our family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the over…
(2026-02-17). The PA's new constitution: A roadmap to Palestinian statehood. newarab.com 
Palestinian Authority (PA) President The plan, issued in a presidential decree last week, includes a While the draft is now public for a 60-day co…
(2026-02-17). West Bank: PA kills 2 children arresting father wanted by Israel. newarab.com 
Ali Samara, 16, was killed after officers opened fire on the family's vehicle at the entrance to the town of Tammun in the northern West Bank, according to relatives.
(2026-02-17). MENA Sports Wrap: Ronaldo returns to Al-Nassr after boycott. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Israel plots Jerusalem land grab with new settlement project. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Lebanon: Army needs at least 4 months for Hezbollah disarmament. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Lindsey Graham praises UAE for doing 'everything Israel asked'. newarab.com 
(2026-02-17). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-02-17). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-17). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-02-17). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-17). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-17). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-17). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-17). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-17). Is the MAHA movement building a genuine counter-elite? onlineopinion.com.au Covid shattered trust in our elites. Now MAHA seeks not power for its own sake, but a politics restrained by Orwell's 'common decency'.
(2026-02-17). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Workers protesting anti-worker legislation were brutally assaulted by riot police in Buenos Aires, while three contract workers received burns and were hospitalized after a work accident at a ExxonMobil refinery complex in Texas.
(2026-02-17). The Voice of Hind Rajab: A harrowing account of the killing of a Palestinian child. wsws.org The film dramatizes the scene in the Red Crescent office, but uses the actual audio recording of Hind's phone call—hence its title.
(2026-02-17). Mass protest against Israeli war criminal Herzog in Melbourne. wsws.org Thursday's large turnout was a response to the brutal police rampage orchestrated by the NSW Labor government in Sydney days earlier.
(2026-02-17). Will Lehman's UAW campaign wins broad support from workers, as DSA unleashes slanders. wsws.org Lehman, a Mack Trucks worker, is running to organize a rebellion of the rank and file against a parasitic bureaucracy that has transformed the UAW into an instrument of management and the state.
(2026-02-17). Australia: Filipino migrant worker "increasingly fearful" of boss before his death, inquest finds. wsws.org A coronial inquest into the death of 21-year-old Jerwin Royupa has revealed the slavery-like conditions he endured while in Australia under a so-called "training" visa.
(2026-02-17). Kennedy's attack on science and public health finds a platform on Theo Von's podcast. wsws.org Declaring he was "not scared of a germ" and that "he snorted cocaine off toilet seats," RFK Jr used Theo Von's platform to advance mistrust of science and undermine collective public health protections.
(2026-02-17). GM workers denounce ICE operation outside Factory Zero in Detroit. wsws.org GM workers reacted with shock and anger over the ICE operation that occurred just outside the gates of Factory Zero.
(2026-02-17). Melbourne protesters denounce Israeli war criminal's visit to Australia, Labor's police-state measures. wsws.org "That was police brutality, and I was shocked to see that happening here."
(2026-02-17). India's budget combines austerity for working people with huge boosts in military spending and business subsidies. wsws.org Faced with intensifying global strategic conflict and growing economic turbulence, including Trump's tariff war, the Indian bourgeoisie is determined to intensify the exploitation of the working class and rural poor.