(2026-04-28). Mapping the destruction: How Israel 'wiped out' Lebanon's Bint Jbeil. aljazeera.com An Al Jazeera visual probe maps the systematic demolition of Lebanon's border towns, mirroring the devastation in Gaza.
(2026-04-28). Displaced women in Lebanon face period poverty amid Israel's war. newarab.com 
When Heba, a mother of four, was suddenly displaced from her home in the southern Beirut suburb of Dahiyeh on 2 March following the The 34-year-old is now living with four other displaced families in Bourj Hammoud, a densely populated area northeast of central Beirut | She describes the menstrual period as a social taboo or "aib" — a topic not fit for public discuss…
(2026-04-28). Israeli Army Says Two Soldiers Wounded, One Severely, in Hezbollah Drone Strike in Southern Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb The Israeli military announced on Tuesday the injury of two soldiers, one severely, in a drone attack carried out by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon on Monday. "An IDF soldier was severely wounded and another was lightly hurt in a Hezbollah explosive drone attack in southern Lebanon yesterday," the military announced, referring to Israeli occupation forces. …
(2026-04-28). US reviews Iran proposal as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue. newarab.com 
The White House said on Monday that it was examining Iran's latest
(2026-04-28). Rubio defends daily Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite ceasefire. newarab.com 
In the interview, the Secretary of State described the ongoing Israeli conflict in Lebanon as a "unique situation" and claimed that the ceasefire agreement stipulated Israel's right to "respond to missile threats". | H…
(2026-04-28). BRICS meet ends without joint statement after differences over Iran War, India's stance on Israel and Palestine. mronline.org 
The proposed amendments included softening language criticising Israel for its bombardment of Gaza and Lebanon, and dropping a reference to "East Jerusalem" to be established as the capital of the Palestinian state as a part of the two-state solution.
(2026-04-28). IDF chief rebukes commanders over looting, misconduct, vows to the. haaretz.com In a speech delivered to senior officers, the chief of staff focused on looting in Lebanon, which he described as 'a moral stain on the entire army,' the destruction of a statue of Jesus and soldiers wearing patches with political messages. He promised that he would enforce a series of measures to combat these problems…
(2026-04-28). Israeli military spokesman: Two soldiers injured, one seriously, by a Hezbollah drone attack in southern Lebanon on Monday. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-28). Hidden History: How Mossad Infiltrated Italy. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg Substack Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's April 13th announcement Rome will suspend a longstanding defence agreement with Israel sent shockwaves throughout Europe. Historically, Italian governments — even when led by figures who abhor Zionism — have enjoyed constructive, close ties with Tel Aviv. The pair's security, intelligence and military apparatuses also have a long-running clandestine …
(2026-04-28). 1,100 artists call for boycott of Eurovision over Israel's Gaza genocide. wsws.org The letter is a moving assertion of opposition to the ongoing genocide and the cultural devastation that accompanies it.
(2026-04-28). Biden's Deputy Secretary of State: Netanyahu Helped Create a Genocide in Gaza. english.almanar.com.lb US official who served as deputy secretary of state for much of former US president Joe Biden's administration, accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being responsible for the perpetration of a genocide in Gaza. Speaking to Bloomberg's The Mishal Husain Show, Wendy Sherman said, "I think that it is critical that Israel remain an ally …
(2026-04-28). Born during Israel's genocide: Gaza's child survivors bear the scars of war. aljazeera.com Gaza's youngest survivors face lifelong disabilities from toxic gas and burns as the healthcare system collapses.
(2026-04-28). Gaza's injured women forced to rebuild lives amid genocide. newarab.com 
In a dimly lit room in Gaza, powered by a flickering solar lamp, Israa Abu Libda sits at an ageing sewing machine, guiding red and black threads through embroidered fabric while pressing the pedal with her remaining foot. She pauses at intervals to check the stitching, running her fingers over the cloth before continuing. | Her life was not always like this. Before
(2026-04-28). Trump dissatisfied by Iran's New Peace Proposal. moderndiplomacy.eu U. S. President Donald Trump is dissatisfied with Iran's recent proposal to resolve the ongoing conflict, which has lasted for two months and caused significant disruptions in energy supplies, increased inflation, and resulted in many deaths. Iran's proposal suggests delaying discussions on its nuclear program until after the war and shipping disputes are resolved. Trump …
(2026-04-28). Trump cornered again: Putin's diplomat publicly lectures America on how to make peace with Iran. hindustantimes.com Russia is stepping into the Iran war endgame. As Tehran submits a peace proposal that skips nuclear concessions, a Russian envoy urges Washington to change its Iran stance and Putin offers to store enriched uranium. Behind the scenes, wounded supreme leader Mojtaba sends secret messages while staying hidden from public view.
(2026-04-28). Talks would resume if U.S. accepts 3-phase framework Iran put forward. mronline.org 
Al Mayadeen reports that Tehran has outlined a staged negotiation approach covering ceasefire guarantees, maritime coordination in the Strait of Hormuz, and later discussions on its nuclear program.
(2026-04-28). Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end war, says US official. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 7, 2025. — Reuters US says nuclear issues must be dealt with from the outset.Trump unhappy with delaying deal on Iran nuclear programme.Iran demands blockade be lifted before any…
(2026-04-28). Again To the Grisly Well, With Ballrooms. commondreams.org 
Leave it to this still-repugnant regime to instantly twist a Keystone Cops security breach – not a so-distant-it-was-on-another-floor "assassination attempt" – to their own skeevy purposes: blaming Democrats for "this dark moment," demanding a $400 million gold ballroom for "national security," burnishing the Brave Dear Leader myth of an addled old man who barely registered it, and what gun control issue? Meet the Epstein class: When shots (again) ring out, they get a friggin' ballroom, kids get thoughts and prayers.The latest "clown show on steroids" – and grim proof of Trump's relentless corrosion of politi…
(2026-04-28). Iran war disruptions to global gas market to linger for years, report shows. haaretz.com According to the report, the war is expected to result in a loss of 120 billion cubic meters of natural gas by the end of the decade. Israel is one of the countries that has not been directly harmed by the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, due to its domestic supply…
(2026-04-28). Why Subsea Cables in Hormuz Are at Risk in the Iran War. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran has raised concerns about the vulnerability of submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz, which are crucial for the region's digital economy. This narrow waterway, known for its importance in global oil shipments, also supports several fibre-optic cables connecting countries from India and Southeast Asia to Europe via the Gulf states and Egypt. Submarine …
(2026-04-28). China orders maritime security research as Strait of Hormuz crisis exposes trade risks. scmp.com China is stepping up efforts to secure critical sea lanes and protect its overseas assets, as crises at maritime chokepoints — including the Strait of Hormuz — expose growing vulnerabilities in global trade. | In response, Beijing has tasked leading industrial enterprises and academic institutions with spearheading research to safeguard strategic trade corridors and overseas port holdings, amid escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the US-Israeli war in Iran and legal disputes over Panama…
(2026-04-27). U.S. stocks little changed as investors weigh Iran proposal. ecns.cn S.stocks ended mixed on Monday with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite Index closing at record highs as investors assessed a reported Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-28). Russian superyacht crosses blockaded Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
A superyacht linked to sanctioned Nord – a 142-meter (465-foot) yacht worth over $500 million – left a
(2026-04-28). Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does Middle East conflict threaten subsea cables. geo.tv 
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, April 27, 2026. — ReutersIran warned last week that submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz were a vulnerable point for the region's digital economy, raising concerns about potential attacks on critical infrastructure.The…
(2026-04-28). When will Strait of Hormuz be 'safe' for commercial shipping again? aljazeera.com Even if the strait reopens, shipping insurance could cost 20 times more than before the war, analysts say.
(2026-04-27). IMO chief calls for int'l support for seafarers evacuation from Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 27 ⚪ International Maritime OrganizationSecretary-General Arsenio Dominguez on Monday called for international support for the evacuation of seafarers trapped in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-28). Trump: Iran told U.S. it is in of asked to open Strait of Hormuz. haaretz.com
(2026-04-28). Iran and Russia are gaming the United States, and winning. responsiblestatecraft.org Both
(2026-04-28). Pope Leo vs US President Donald Trump. ummid.com Pope Leo's sharp criticism of war, sectarian manipulation and the political misuse of religion has cast fresh attention on the narratives shaping the US-Israel confrontation with Iran.
(2026-04-28). US and Israel Claimed to Be Fighting for Iranian Minorities — While Bombing Them. scheerpost.com By Kourosh Ziabari This article was originally published by Truthout Already marginalized, Iran's religious minority communities are overlooked victims of the US-Israeli war on Iran. Iranians of all stripes have been affected by the U.S.-Israeli war on their country, and the civilian cost of the conflict has yet to be fully understood. The United Nations …
(2026-04-28). China's Politburo steps up policy response as Iran war shakes global economy. scmp.com China has vowed to take a holistic approach in responding to external shocks and safeguarding the country's energy security, as the economic fallout from the US-Israel war on Iran continues to spread around the world. | At a meeting on Tuesday, the country's Politburo — a major decision-making body of the ruling Communist Party led by President Xi Jinping — also stressed the need to boost the nation's tech self-reliance and control over its industrial supply chains.
(2026-04-28). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-28). As Trump's narrative on negotiations flails, Iran is setting its own terms for ending the war. asiapacificreport.nz ANALYSIS: By Jeremy Scahill Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has been on a strategic tour to prepare for two dramatically different paths that could unfold in the coming days — a return to diplomacy or a resumption of the war with the US and Israel. While President Donald Trump has claimed that the Iranian government…
(2026-04-28). FO Talks: Why Pakistan Is Mediating Between the US and Iran — and Why Is Israel Not Invited? fairobserver.com
(2026-04-28). La guerra all'Iran sta mettendo sotto stress le fondamenta dal predominio finanziario statunitense. strategic-culture.su Tra i suoi molteplici effetti "a cascata", la guerra scatenata dalla coalizione israelo-statunitense contro l'Iran ha indotto le monarche arabe del Golfo Persico a riconsiderare radicalmente la reale consistenza delle garanzie di sicurezza statunitensi. | Segue nostro Dall'inizio del conflitto, la rappresaglia iraniana si è concentrata non soltanto su Israele, ma anche sulle basi militari statunitensi impiantate presso i Paesi inquadrati…
(2026-04-28). UK probe attack on London memorial to Iranians. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). Iran condemns U.S. seizure of vessels carrying Iranian oil on high seas. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 27 ⚪ Irans Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday strongly condemned the U.S.seizure of vessels carrying Iranian oil on the high seas.The United States later imposed its own blockade after peace talks with Iran in Pakistan collapsed in mid-April.
(2026-04-28). Iran's Araghchi says US requested new round of talks. newarab.com 
Tehran is weighing a new US request to Speaking after a
(2026-04-28). The Kyle Anzalone Show [Guest] Prof. Glenn Diesen: Trump's Legacy: The Catastrophic Destruction of the American Empire. scheerpost.com Kyle Anzalone A ceasefire can be the start of peace, or it can be the quiet moment when both sides reload. That's the question driving my return conversation with Professor Glenn Diesen as we dissect the US-Iran negotiations, the sudden focus on a short extension, and the strategic shockwave created when Iran seizes leverage around …
(2026-04-28). What are the main stumbling blocks in the US-Iran truce offer. newarab.com 
Iran has presented a new three-stage peace plan aimed at ending the war with According to the
(2026-04-28). Pakistan's Peacemaker Moment: A Challenge to India's Global Leadership. ummid.com Pakistan's emergence as a diplomatic intermediary between the United States and Iran has introduced an unexpected variable into South Asia's strategic equation.
(2026-04-28). No war, no peace: The dangerous US—Iran deadlock. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). New Report Exposes Trump Cryptocurrency Corruption. commondreams.org President Donald Trump and his sons have approximately $1 billion tied to crypto venture World Liberty Financial, which was founded by the Trumps, alongside Steve Witkoff, now Trump's special envoy for peace. A new report by Public Citizen details how the venture hinges on Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, which pleaded guilty in 2023 to sanctions and money laundering violations tied largely to Iran—the country Trump has taken the United States to war with. The Trump administration has simultaneously dismantled the enforcement tools that would hold crypto outfits like Binance accountable[mdas…
(2026-04-28). Rebuilding healthcare will take $10 billion over next five years, WHO says. haaretz.com According to the report, more than 1,800 healthcare facilities have been destroyed or damaged across the Strip, about 70 percent of medical equipment has been depleted and at least half of essential medicines are unavailable…
(2026-04-28). Palestinians in Gaza use war rubble to repair streets. radiohc.cu Palestinian workers reportedly used crushed concrete and metal into usable pavement as part of a UN-run project in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza. | Alessandro Mrakic, head of UNDP's Gaza office, said UNDP teams staffed by Palestinian workers are using the rubble "to rehabilitate roads and pave areas for shelters and community kitchens." Mrakic added that the territory faces one of the largest post-war debris clearance challenges in modern history, with an estimated 61 million tons of rubble. | "We have started sorting, we have started crushing, and, as such, reusing it," Mrakic told Reuters. "We have used almost the…
(2026-04-28). Israeli army kills child in Gaza, settlers burn Palestinian home. newarab.com 
An Israeli airstrike killed a Palestinian boy in an area east of Khan Younis on Tuesday, as Israeli forces continue their assault on The child was identified as Adel Lafi al-Najjar, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa and was aged nine. | The latest killing brings…
(2026-04-28). Israel using water access as 'weapon' in Gaza: MSF. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Gaza's bread crisis deepens with 50% production cuts. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). water system is crumbling under war and continued military activity. haaretz.com European, UN and World Bank reports point to severe damage across the Strip's water infrastructure. A small Israeli-backed project offers hope, but only limited relief…
(2026-04-28). UK PM Starmer avoids parliament probe over Epstein associate Peter Mandelson. scmp.com Embattled UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday survived a bid by opposition politicians to subject him to a parliamentary probe over his controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as envoy to the US. | Members of parliament voted against referring Starmer to a committee to consider if he misled parliament over giving Mandelson, an ex-associate of late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the plum diplomatic post.
(2026-04-28). Weekly Vigil Against War and Militarism at Willy Blair Streets on Thursdays, Madison. wibailoutpeople.org 
4: 30-5: 30 P.M. Palestine. Venezuela. ICE in Minnesota. Iran. Lebanon. All the aggression and harm the US is inflicting and supporting around the world. Bring your sorrow and solidarity and stand with all who are suffering from U.S. unhinged warring and militarism, both domestically and abroad. Bring your own signs or use those provided. Sponsored by World …
(2026-04-28). Venezuela and Barbados Consolidate Alliance for Integration and Shared Prosperity. orinocotribune.com During her official visit to Barbados on Monday, Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez held meetings in Bridgetown with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and earlier with President Jeffrey Bostic. | Rodríguez was received by the Barbadian prime minister at her official residence, Ilaro Court. There, she signed the book of distinguished visitors and then met with Mottley. She was accompanied by Foreign Minister Yván Gil and other members of the official Venezuelan delegation. Barbadian authorities participated in the expanded working meeting, focused on strengthening bilateral relations and deepening collabor…
(2026-04-28). Nearly 600 Venezuelans Repatriated From US in New Return to the Homeland Flights. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The repatriation process remains a critical lifeline for Venezuelans seeking to escape the…
(2026-04-28). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Results Out: Check Full Toppers' List. ummid.com As many as 26 students from all across India have scored a perfect 100 percentile to top JEE Main 2026 Session 2 the result of which was announced by the NTA today i.e. Monday April 20, 2026.
(2026-04-27). Study finds glucose-based feed may improve lamb quality in arid regions. ecns.cn Chinese researchers say a glucose-based feed supplement may improve lamb growth and meat quality in cold, arid regions where seasonal feed shortages limit production.
(2026-04-28). Algeria's Luca Zidane doubtful for World Cup after chin and jaw fracture. aljazeera.com Algera's first-choice goalkeeper collided with a player during a Spanish league match, breaking his jaw and chin.
(2026-04-28). The State of Climate Science: Uncertainty, Complexity, and the Politics That Follow. wattsupwiththat.com That combination brings both uncertainty and, inevitably, complications.
(2026-04-28). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-28). The contradictions of contemporary Armenian politics. strategic-culture.su Pashinyan and Armenian nationalists are beginning to clash. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The recent burning of the Turkish fla…
(2026-04-28). Ukrainian drone attack on Russian oil refinery causes major fire, officials say. scmp.com A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a "large-scale fire" at ‚ÄåRussia's Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea, forcing the evacuation of nearby buildings, local officials said on Tuesday. | The Rosneft-owned refinery delivers oil products mainly for exports but operations have been halted since April 16 following an earlier drone attack, industry sources said. | Ukraine did not immediately comment ‚Å on the reports.
(2026-04-27). China confers highest youth honor on 29 individuals, 30 organizations. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have decided to award the country's highest youth honor to 29 individuals and 30 organizations for their exemplary roles.
(2026-04-28). First polls after Bennett-Lapid merger show no majority for anti-Netanyahu bloc without Arab parties. haaretz.com Surveys by Israel's three main news outlets put the bloc aiming to oust the prime minister at 60, 58 and 52 seats, as former-PM Bennett emphasizes that the alliance will rely exclusively on 'Zionist' parties…
(2026-04-28). Discover Europe's Best-Kept Secrets Hidden Gems of Rural Tourism. thecanary.co 
Europe's most rewarding travel often happens away from the cities that dominate most itineraries. This article covers rural destinations across the continent — starting with the Tuscan countryside and the Norwegian valleys, then moving through lesser-known regions in Portugal, Slovenia, Romania, and the Basque Country — looking at what each offers and why slower, rural […] | By
(2026-04-28). Level 2 Warning for the Eastern Cape. sanews.gov.za Level 2 Warning for the Eastern Cape | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued Yellow Level 2 warnings for damaging winds and waves in the Eastern Cape. ⚪ The weather service said the damaging winds could result in localised damage to settlements and temporary structures, localised disruption to power and communications, as well as disruptions of beach/port activity in places along the coast between East London to Port Edward. ⚪ In a statement the weather service said the second warning for damaging waves could lead to "localised difficulty in navigation of small boats with a risk of some vessels…
(2026-04-28). Saudi Arabia, Türkiye working to revive Ottoman-era Hejaz Railway. ummid.com Saudi Arabia and Türkiye are working on a project that will not only connect the two countries via high speed Railway network but will also revive the Ottoman-era Hejaz railway-line that once aimed to link Istanbul to the holy cities Makkah and Madinah.
(2026-04-28). Against preventive detention: recognition, coercion, and mental health policy. onlineopinion.com.au Detaining people for what they might do doesn't protect freedom. It denies it at the root.
(2026-04-28). AP SSC 10th Result 2026: When and How to Check. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026: The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department is declaring on its official website ' bse.ap.gov.in' the result of the students who had appeared in the AP SSC (Class 10) 2026 board examinations.
(2026-04-28). Madinah University Admission 2026 Begins: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com The Islamic University of Madinah Al Munawwarah has begun receiving applications from local and foreign students who wish to enroll them for various programs offered by one of Saudi Arabia's top universities with scholarship benefits.
(2026-04-28). US green power growth to hit another record in 2026, despite Trump, says report. scmp.com US clean energy installations are forecast to hit another record this year — and account for the vast majority of new power additions — despite facing policy opposition from the Trump administration, according to a trade industry report. | The nation's power sector is expected to add about 60 gigawatts of solar, battery storage and wind capacity in 2026, the American Clean Power (ACP) Association said in its annual market assessment published on Tuesday.
(2026-04-28). Milwaukee, Stand For Peace May 2, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Stand for Peace: | Saturday, May 2, 12: 00—1: 00 PM | Howell & Layton, Milwaukee | Join our weekly public peace witness against war and militarism. We bring the peace flags and signs, and new people are always welcome.
(2026-04-28). For US Commentators on Iran, Mass Murder Is Magic. juancole.com (
(2026-04-28). Woman alleges strip-search by Shenzhen police, sparking online criticism. ecns.cn A woman who was involved in a dispute over stopping public smoking at a bus stop in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen has alleged she was subjected to a full strip-search by Shenzhen police, sparking public outrage and raising questions about law enforcement practices.
(2026-04-28). Israeli TikTok hit becomes a global streaming success. haaretz.com Temper City's debut track surges past 50 million Spotify streams — a rare scale for Israeli pop…
(2026-04-28). 'Looming' risk of nuclear arms race, UN meeting hears. newarab.com 
Signatories of the landmark nuclear non-proliferation treaty began a meeting Monday at the In 2022, during the last review of the treaty considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General
(2026-04-27). 139th Canton Fair attracts 245,000 foreign buyers in first two phases. ecns.cn The first two phases of the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, have attracted 245,000 overseas buyers from 219 countries and regions as of Monday afternoon, an increase of 2.2 percent from the same period of the previous edition, according to the China Foreign Trade Center.
(2026-04-28). Critical Statement by Russian Defense Ministry: Sponsors of the Conflict in Ukraine Named. uwidata.com 
By Feyyaz Erkin E≈üli On April 15, 2026, Russia's Ministry of Defense released a significant statement regarding the continuation of the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. It was reported that on March 26, 2026, a number of European countries decided to increase the supply of military drones to the AFU (Armed Forces of Ukraine), …
(2026-04-28). 'The American population has a crisis of literacy'. strategic-culture.su By United World International | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Speech by Diane Sare, Independent Candidate for President of the Un…
(2026-04-28). Amnesty calls for US strike on Yemen to be investigated as war crime. aljazeera.com The attack last year on a migrant detention facility killed at least 68 people.
(2026-04-28). Democracy Now! 2026-04-28 Tuesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | Democracy Now! Tuesday, April 28, 2026…
(2026-04-28). The Great Indian Turncoat Bazaar. ummid.com Raghav Chadha's exit from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is neither shocking nor exceptional, it is entirely in keeping with the grammar of our times.
(2026-04-28). Minister announces 4% wage increase for public servants. sanews.gov.za Minister announces 4% wage increase for public servants | Public Service and Administration Minister, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, has announced a 4% wage increase for public servants. ⚪ The adjustment, effective from 1 April 2026, applies to employees on salary levels 1 to 12 and those covered by Occupation Specific Dispensations (OSDs). ⚪ The increase gives effect to the Public Service Co-ordinating Bargaining Council (PSCBC) Resolution 1 of 2025, which established a multi-year wage framework for the public service. ⚪ "The implementation of this 4% adjustment is a testament to our unwavering commitment to the s…
(2026-04-28). MENA defence budgets plateau at $218bn amid record global spend. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Metabolic Rifts: Capitalism's Assault on the Earth. mronline.org 
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(2026-04-28). Everyone needs to worry about 62 million men — particularly men. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-28). Britain challenges ruling that Palestine Action ban was unlawful. newarab.com 
Britain on Tuesday sought to uphold a ban on pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel-linked defence companies in Britain with a particular focus on Israel's largest defence firm, Elbit Systems, was L…
(2026-04-28). They're Safe, For Now: The Supreme Court Fight That Could Decide The Fate Of 300,000 Haitians. newsone.com : | ✕ | "Just one more day." | That's the quiet calculation many Haitian immigrants are making right now as they wait to learn whether they'll be allowed to stay in the United States or be forced to leave everything behind. | As part of a broader immigration crackdown, the Trump administration has moved to terminate TPS protections for more than 1 million people, including over
(2026-04-28). Meet John Ternus: The Engineer who replaces Tim Cook as Apple Head. ummid.com Tech giant Apple Monday (April 20, 2026) announced that Tim Cook is stepping down as the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
(2026-04-28). King Charles to Deliver Historic Speech to Congress on UK—US Ties. moderndiplomacy.eu Britain's King Charles will speak to the U. S. Congress on Tuesday, promoting unity between the United Kingdom and the United States. He aims to enhance the "special relationship" amid political differences between the British government and President Donald Trump over the war on Iran. Charles and Queen Camilla are on a four-day state visit …
(2026-04-28). Why Being Intentional Is So Important When Managing Your Personal Finances. moguldom.com When people think about managing their personal finances, the first image that often comes to mind is restriction, cutting back, saying no, and eliminating anything that feels like a luxury. While discipline certainly has its place, an overly restrictive approach can quickly become unsustainable. What truly makes a financial plan effective over the long term …
(2026-04-28). King Charles Arrives in U.S. as Iran War Strains UK—US Ties. moderndiplomacy.eu Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day state visit, welcomed by former President Donald Trump. This visit marks the 250th anniversary of the U. S. Declaration of Independence and is the first by a British monarch in two decades. Upon landing at Joint Base Andrews, they …
(2026-04-28). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-28). Three blows to the petrodollar and the start of an irreversible process. uwidata.com By Serhat Latifoƒülu US President Roosevelt and Saudi King Abdulaziz laid the foundations of the petrodollar system on February 14, 1945, during their meeting aboard the USS Quincy. It was based on a very powerful formula: oil and dollars in exchange for security. The US would provide military guarantees to the Gulf countries; in return, …
(2026-04-28). Greece man, 89, arrested after Athens shooting injures 5 people. scmp.com An 89-year-old man armed with a hunting rifle opened fire inside a Greek social security office in Athens on Tuesday, wounding an employee in the leg, authorities said. | The suspect then carried out a second shooting at a courthouse in the city, leaving four more people lightly injured. | The attack was reportedly sparked by problems with the man's pension payments. | He was arrested a few hours after the shootings in the port city of Patras, state broadcaster ERT reported.
(2026-04-28). Greece's top diplomat in Tripoli to discuss migrant arrivals. newarab.com 
The Greek and
(2026-04-28). Al-Nassr storms into AFC Champions League Two 2026 Final. ummid.com Top Saudi Football Club Al Nassr Wednesday April 22, 2026 stormed into AFC Champions League Two 2026 Final defeating Al Ahli SC Qatar 5-1.
(2026-04-28). Jakarta train collision: Death toll rises to 14, over 80 injured in Bekasi crash. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The death toll in a train collision near Indonesia's capital, Jakarta, has climbed to 14, with at least 84 people injured, officials confirmed on Tuesday after rescue operations were completed.The accident took place late Monday in Bekasi, located on the outskirts of Jakarta, when a commuter train collided with a long-distance train. According to Bobby Rasyidin, chief executive of state railway operator PT KAI, the number of fatalities rose as authorities gathered more information from the site.Rescue teams worked through the night to free passengers trapped inside the wreckage. Mohammad Syafii, he…
(2026-04-27). China issues first national policy to regulate gig workers, platform economy. ecns.cn China has issued its first national policy to regulate gig workers, outlining measures to improve labor protections and clarify responsibilities in the platform economy, officials and researchers said.
(2026-04-28). Government clarifies Freedom Day incident. sanews.gov.za Government clarifies Freedom Day incident | Government has noted with concern misleading reports suggesting that the National Freedom Day celebrations were disrupted after an individual briefly made his way onto the stage towards President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie. ⚪ "Government wishes to clarify that these reports are incorrect and may overstate the nature of the incident. At the time of the incident, the formal programme of the Freedom Day celebrations had already concluded, and proceedings had transitioned into a cultural performance segment, with an artist…
(2026-04-28). Jamia Millia Islamia 10th Result 2026 Out: List of Toppers. ummid.com JMI Class 10 Result 2026: Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has announced the Class 10 result 2026 along with the details of toppers.
(2026-04-28). Iran insults Trump at UN as 'terrorist' USA begs for 'help' from allies: America admits siege fail. hindustantimes.com At the U.N. Security Council, U.S. and Iranian envoys clash over burning tankers, ship seizures and the Hormuz blockade. Washington accuses Tehran of taking the world "hostage," even as dozens of Iran‚Äëlinked vessels slip through and only two are seized. Is Trump's strategy collapsing as America begs allies for help?
(2026-04-28). The Third Party That's Pushing the Democrats Left. portside.org The Third Party That's Pushing the Democrats Left |
(2026-04-28). UP: Girls bag all but one top rank as 10th, 12th results 2026 declared. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026: Girls secured all the top ranks, except one, as the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) Thursday April 23, 2026 released the Class 10th Matric and Class 12th Inter results along with the Merit Lists and Toppers Names.
(2026-04-28). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-28). Germany's Cyber Chief: No Immediate Plans to Use Palantir. moderndiplomacy.eu Germany's armed forces currently do not plan to award contracts to the U. S. data analytics and defense software company Palantir, according to military officer Thomas Daum. He stated, "I don't see that happening at all at the moment," and emphasized that granting industry staff access to the national database is inconceivable. Recently, it was …
(2026-04-28). Iranian snooker player Vafaei proud to 'fight for my people'. newarab.com 
Iranian snooker player Vafaei, the world No. 32 nicknamed the "Prince of Persia", said he has been "all over the place" mentally in recent months amid the Yet he…
(2026-04-28). As Congress Automates The Draft, It's Time To End The Selective Service System. popularresistance.org Buried in the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a provision to automatically register all males at the age of 18 with the Selective Service System (SSS) that, if not stopped, will go into effect this December. Clearing the FOG speaks with Edward Hasbrouck of Resisters.info. Hasbrouck was a draft resister in the early 1980's who was sent to prison for refusing to register. He discusses how a small number of resisters, who were willing to speak out, proved that the government could not enforce a draft. He adds that this new effort will similarly fail and how we can abolish the system altogether, and…
(2026-04-28). Croatia's Modric undergoes facial surgery but aims to be fit for World Cup. aljazeera.com Luka Modric suffered a facial ‚Å fracture in AC Milan's game against Juventus and underwent surgery the following day.
(2026-04-28). ASEAN officials convene to address Middle East energy supply risks. ecns.cn The Philippines, this year's chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), convened senior officials to assess the impact of the evolving Middle East situation on global and regional energy markets, focusing on oil and gas supply stability, price volatility and potential supply chain disruptions, the Department of Energy said on Sunday.
(2026-04-28). Iran eases internet curbs for businesses as blackout drags on. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Two magistrates, two questions and the limit of Queensland's speech laws. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-28). Israeli jails blocking Palestinian access to vital medical care. newarab.com 
Israeli prison officials are deliberately depriving The prison policy is in line with far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's block on the families of detainees depositing funds to their loved ones, needed to access vital medical equipment. | Among those affected is Adam Oweneih, who is deaf and unable to replace the batteries for his cochlear…
(2026-04-28). Bahrain jails 5 to life for plotting 'terrorist' acts with Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). All New York boroughs to host free World Cup fan events, Mamdani says. aljazeera.com Amid exorbitant fares and match tickets, fan events in New York will be free during the World Cup.
(2026-04-28). The Dollar as a River of Power. fairobserver.com 
The US dollar is often described as the world's reserve currency, but that description understates its true role. It is not simply a unit of account or a medium of exchange — it is the underlying infrastructure of the global economy. A more accurate metaphor is a river: vast, dynamic and shaping the terrain through…
(2026-04-28). Gunman charged with attempted assassination of Trump: The political issues. wsws.org The response of the media and political establishment is characterized by a staggering hypocrisy, wrapped in the sanctimonious refrain: "There is no place for violence in politics."
(2026-04-28). ANZAC Day disruption lays bare Australia's selective remembrance. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-28). Navy Still Pushing To Field New AARGM-ER Radar-Busting Missile This Year Despite "Strategic Pause" twz.com 
The Navy expects to see the AGM-88G AARGM-ER enter service in September despite not planning to buy any of them in the next fiscal year.
(2026-04-28). Ex-FBI director James Comey indicted again, this time over anti-Trump post. scmp.com Former FBI director James Comey was indicted on Tuesday in an investigation over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials said constituted a threat against US President Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the matter. | The person was not authorised to publicly discuss the matter and confirmed the indictment on the condition of anonymity. The charge or charges against Comey were not immediately known.
(2026-04-28). Cold War II Has No Script — Part 2. fairobserver.com In the first part of this conversation, I engaged in a conversation with DeepSeek provoked by historian Niall Ferguson's claim that we are experiencing Cold War 2.0. I noted that the conviction during the Cold War that our societies — whether capitalist or communist — were preparing the future of humanity has now disappeared. We…
(2026-04-28). CBSE Class 12 Result 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is releasing on its official website 'cbseresults.nic.in' the result of Class 12th (Class XIIth) 2026 board exams.
(2026-04-28). 14 killed, 84 injured as two trains collided in Indonesia. geo.tv 
Technicians work at site after a deadly collision between a commuter line train and a long-distance train, in Bekasi, on the outskirts of Jakarta, Indonesia, April 28, 2026. — ReutersWomen-only carriage suffered the worst impact: official.President Prabowo Subianto visits victims in…
(2026-04-28). Plane crash in South Sudan kills 14. newarab.com 
A small plane crashed Monday in On top of instability, conflict and poverty, South Sudan also lacks reliable transport infrastructure, with frequent plane crashes attributed to overloading and bad weather. | The plane was a Cessna that departed Juba International Airport at 0715 GMT and crashed about 20 kilometres from the capital with no survivors, the South Sudanese Civil Aviation Authority said in a statement. | It said initial reports indicated the cause as…
(2026-04-28). Peruvian far-right stages scandal over elections as nominally "left" candidate climbs to second place. wsws.org Despite the record of Roberto Sánchez Palomino as a trusted administrator of capitalist interests, the far-right seeks to create a scandal over election mismanagement to block his candidacy.
(2026-04-28). Before World Cup, FIFA slammed for politicising sport with Trump prize. aljazeera.com Football officials and players question FIFA's decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump.
(2026-04-28). Ukraine, Israel in spat over 'stolen' grain shipments. newarab.com 
Ukraine and Israel traded diplomatic blows on Tuesday as President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned what he said were Kyiv considers all grain
(2026-04-28). Struggling with Homework? Here's How AI Math Solvers Make It Easy. moguldom.com I'll be honest with you: I used to dread math homework. Not just a little bit — I'm talking about the kind of dread that makes you sit at your desk for forty-five minutes and open every other tab except the one with the assignment on it. In high school, I failed algebra not once …
(2026-04-28). Soweto-based tech company disrupts the industry. sanews.gov.za Soweto-based tech company disrupts the industry |
(2026-04-28). Southern Africa Airlines Association warns of possible jet fuel shortage beyond May. ecns.cn The Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) has warned of potential jet fuel supply constraints beyond next month, citing continued uncertainty in global energy markets driven by the conflict in the Middle East.
(2026-04-28). Gettysburg and the New Birth of Freedom—then and now. wsws.org We are publishing a lecture delivered by WSWS contributor Tom Mackaman to the International Youth and Students for Social Equality at Gettysburg University on April 23.
(2026-04-28). Maha TET 2026 Registration: Last Date to Apply April 24. ummid.com The Maharashtra Rajya Parkisha Parishad has extended the last date of application for online registration of the candidates who wish to appear for MAHA TET 2026.
(2026-04-28). Exposed: How Ukrainian Wheat Stolen by Russia Is Smuggled to Israel. portside.org Exposed: How Ukrainian Wheat Stolen by Russia Is Smuggled to Israel |
(2026-04-28). The ramifications of record-shattering heat on the West's ecosystems. mronline.org 
'It was the worst possible way to end the winter that was already worse than normal.'
(2026-04-28). Trump welcomes King Charles to White House on 'beautiful British day'. scmp.com Britain's King Charles arrived at the White House on Tuesday for a meeting with US President Donald Trump, as part of a state visit intended to underscore unity between the two long-time allies, despite deep divisions over the Iran war. | Charles and Queen Camilla were greeted by the president and first lady Melania Trump for a morning visit to the presidential mansion while hundreds of guests stood on the South Lawn with the Washington Monument in the distance.
(2026-04-28). The Kermanshah airport in Iran announced that flights would resume starting on Monday, April 27. ecns.cn The Kermanshah airport in Iran announced that flights would resume starting on Monday, April.
(2026-04-28). 2026 WB Polls: When Votes Spoke Louder Than Words. ummid.com In Amit Shah's assertion about the government's policy of 'detect, delete and deport', the 'deport' element generated fear among Muslims and appears to have motivated higher participation in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
(2026-04-28). China retains stable supply of fertilizers. ecns.cn Rising tensions in the Middle East could drive up costs for Chinas agricultural sector by hiking global energy and fertilizer prices, although the countrys domestic food supply remains stable, according to officials and industry experts.
(2026-04-28). The Strokes Star, Julian Casablancas, slams 'white privilege' of US Zionists. ummid.com Julian Casablancas, The Strokes' lead singer, during an extended episode of the viral online talk show SubwayTakes, has called out the 'white privilege' of Zionists in the United States.
(2026-04-28). 94.5% Pass Goa SSC 2026 Exam – Check Result Here. ummid.com Goa 10th Result 2026: The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) has declared the results of the GBSHSE Class 10 or SSC 2026 examinations on its official as well as associate websites today i.e. Sunday April 26, 2026.
(2026-04-28). Govt's drive for disability inclusion a key pillar of freedom and equality. sanews.gov.za Govt's drive for disability inclusion a key pillar of freedom and equality | The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has reaffirmed that expanding meaningful employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in both the public and private sectors is fundamental to the realisation of freedom, dignity, and equality in South Africa. | In a statement, the department said that while the right to work remains central to inclusive development, enshrined in the Constitution and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, representation of persons with disabilities in the public…
(2026-04-28). Cuba will not be alone on International Worker's Day. radiohc.cu Cuban plazas will be, this coming May 1st, platforms from which the people of this archipelago, with proletarian strength, will defend their right to be a free, independent, sovereign and peaceful land. | Accompanied by hundreds of friends from around the world who have come to the Island to share in the daily resistance of a country that overcomes all the difficulties imposed upon it to suffocate it, the working masses will take to the streets the same conviction they have shown with their signatures for the Homeland in recent days. Friends of solidarity have seen it, and have said so. | It is "the most solidari…
(2026-04-28). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-28). Festive tunes echo between China and Brazil amid ethnic celebrations. ecns.cn A Chinese folk song echoed across the stage, its melody carried through the air. Drawn by the rhythm, Brazilian musicians began to dance while Chinese attendees stepped closer to the stage. Within moments, a circle formed, and the crowd swayed together to the same beat.
(2026-04-28). Paris and Lyon prepare as Nice mayor opposes 2030 Olympics ice hockey venue. aljazeera.com French organisers consider Lyon or Paris for ice hockey due to political impasse in Nice over its stadium plan.
(2026-04-28). He's the only lead tester in this contaminated neighborhood. He graduates next month. grist.org 
Kim Booker never thought much about lead during her roughly 27 years living in Trenton, New Jersey. Born and raised in the once-industrial powerhouse, she first heard about the heavy metal at community meetings organized by the East Trenton Collaborative, a local nonprofit that works on environmental health and safety issues. There, she learned that the prevalence of lead-laden pipes and paint, a legacy of the city's industrial past, could have contaminated the drinking water in her home and the soil around her property. | She knew that her three-bedroom home was old, making it likely it had lead pipes. Booker…
(2026-04-28). Light Uncrewed Cargo Helicopters Based On Robinson R66 And Bell 505 Compete For USMC Contract. twz.com 
The U.S. Marine Corps is set to test at least two new autonomous cargo helicopters, as it seeks to field platforms that can rapidly resupply Marines in contested environments. The service recently awarded contracts for two such platforms, one being the R66 Turbinetruck that
(2026-04-28). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-28). Milwaukee, 'The Six Billion Dollar Man' Film Screening April 20-30, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Showtimes Film Details Related Films Sponsor Oriental Theatre2230 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee Don't miss The Six Billion Dollar Man, a documentary about Julian Assange, WikiLeaks, press freedom, truth, secrecy, and state power. The film is part of the Milwaukee Film Festival. The film received the Special Jury Prize for the 10th anniversary of L'≈íil d'Or …
(2026-04-28). Top Israeli police officer calls Arab lawmakers online. haaretz.com Chief Superintendent Doron Ahrak's wrath was primarily focused on Arab lawmakers, whom he often referred to as 'dogs' and 'terrorists' ‚ñ Many of…
(2026-04-28). Italy's Meloni government in crisis as rift with Israel and Trump opens. wsws.org Rising working class opposition to war and austerity and inter-imperialist antagonisms have forced damaging zigzags in Italian foreign policy.
(2026-04-28). Migrants in hiding as Mauritania pushbacks drastically cut Europe arrivals. aljazeera.com Following an EU deal, Mauritanian authorities have rounded up and deported thousands of people to Mali and Senegal.
(2026-04-28). Big Brother Is Watching: How Governments Quietly Shape Cultural Soft Power. fairobserver.com Imagine a world where movies, music, art exhibitions, plays and TV shows are produced under government instructions to shape your everyday preferences and habits. Well, that has already been imagined, from English author George Orwell's 1984 (1949) to Canadian author Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale (1985). But instead of people being aware or forced to…
(2026-04-27). China reports breakthrough in yak cloning, genome-based breeding in Xizang. ecns.cn China has achieved a breakthrough in yak breeding using a combination of whole-genome selection and somatic cell cloning, with cloned calves successfully born and early-stage scaling underway, researchers said on Monday.
(2026-04-28). This Democratic insider wants to rewrite the party's Israel playbook. responsiblestatecraft.org A Palestinian family was waiting for Israeli officials to return their son's body. Inside a mourning tent, a group of American foreign policy leaders sat with them.It was August 2025, and Ilan Goldenberg — a former adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris — was leading a trip to the West Bank with his former Biden administration colleagues. When Goldenberg heard about the killing, he decided to make a detour to this village on the outskirts of Hebron.The family was grieving 31-year-old Awdah al-Hathaleen, a local activist who helped film the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land. Days earlier, Aw…
(2026-04-28). The Canadian auto industry and dependence: Polarized options. mronline.org Along the northern shore of the Great Lakes, across the water from Rochester, Cleveland, Toledo, and Detroit, the Canadian manufacturing industry has long been part of the greater industrial archipelago of metal-bending communities—out of which American brand-name equipment, toolmakers, and vehicle companies grew in the early decades of the twentieth century.
(2026-04-28). Meta and Microsoft announce mass layoffs, as AI jobs massacre continues. wsws.org Meta and Microsoft announced measures to eliminate more than 16,000 jobs with references to efficiency and cost-cutting necessitated by major investments in artificial intelligence.
(2026-04-27). Nation set to host foreign ministers. ecns.cn China is set to host the foreign ministers of Belgium and Australia this week, underscoring the country's commitment to strengthening ties with key partners in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.
(2026-04-28). Facing US and Chinese pressure, the EU must forge its own strategy. scmp.com Writing in Foreign Affairs, Tsinghua University's Da Wei argued that China wants Europe to function as an independent pole in a changing global order, but that Europe lacks "a more independent soul". He is half right. Europe has the assets for independence. What it lacks is the strategy. | Europe and the United States face the same rival but carry different exposures. Since 2018, the US has cut its direct imports from China. Europe's have grown harder to unwind. What appears to be decoupling is…
(2026-04-28). A Mercer County, New Jersey 'pop-up' newsroom is planned for May 13. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? WHYY News is hosting a pop-up newsroom in Mercer County, New Jersey. | Madhusmita "Madhu" Bora, managing editor for suburban coverage, and New Jersey reporter David Matthau will hold a pop-up newsroom at Mercer County Library's Hopewell Township branch, from 1 to 4 p.m., on Wednesday, May 13. | Pop-up newsrooms give WHYY reporters and editors an opportunity to meet with residents, listen to their concerns, answer questions and talk about stories and issues that impact their…
(2026-04-28). British protesters say royal visit proves complicity in Trump's wars. peoplesworld.org 
LONDON—King Charles III's visit with Donald Trump was branded a "national embarrassment" in London Monday after activists slammed Britain as "complicit" in U.S. attacks on international law and human rights. Campaigners were joined by Amnesty International UK and political leaders in demanding the government stop its support for the U.S. president and "resist and push back" …
(2026-04-28). Digital Diplomacy and Nation Branding: The Case of the United Arab Emirates. moderndiplomacy.eu Diplomacy today is not solely conducted behind closed doors at summits or in the formalities of state visits. Abstract The emergence of digital technologies has reshaped how the states engage, exert influence and project voice internationally. Digital public diplomacy and nation branding have therefore emerged within this changing environment as vital aspects of a states …
(2026-04-28). Trump can't afford the Hormuz Bill for Iran War. juancole.com by What Washington Missed?: | (
(2026-04-27). Canada to set up 1st sovereign wealth fund to facilitate economic transformation. ecns.cn OTTAWA, April 27 ⚪ Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced that the countrys first national sovereign wealth fund will be established to facilitate the strengthening and transformation of the national economy.
(2026-04-28). What Literature Did Agents Build? publicbooks.org For three days in August 2022, the publishing world directed its attention not to Manhattan, but to Washington, DC, where the industry stood trial. Penguin Random House had attempted to acquire Simon & Schuster, a move that would reduce the "Big Five" publishers to just the Big Four. Viacom had been signaling their desire to …
(2026-04-27). French fashion brand Lemaire apologizes for offensive promotional campaign. ecns.cn Some announced they would no longer support the brand, while others pointed out that the brand hopes to make profits in the Chinese market, but has acted carelessly regarding cultural sensitivity, making its apology appear insincere.
(2026-04-28). The U.S. blockade threatens Cuba's maritime security. radiohc.cu The Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations denounced the impact of the United States' economic, commercial, and financial blockade on maritime security at the Security Council during the open debate held on April 27th. | According to a statement released by the Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations on its Facebook page, Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Cuba to the UN, emphasized the strategic importance of the issue and its global implications, especially for developing countries and small island states. | The diplomat warned about the coercive and extraterrito…
(2026-04-28). Religion Means Respect: Namita Thapar, abused over Namaz benefits, reminds Hindus. ummid.com Namita Thapar, a healthcare professional who is being abused for highlighting the benefits of Namaaz in a strongly worded message dropped on social media, reminded the Hindus about the importance of respect for all religions.
(2026-04-28). King Charles to promote British-US unity in speech to Congress. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threat at World Cup. aljazeera.com Congressmen call for immediate interagency action to secure airspace over ‚Äåthe 11 US World Cup 2026 host cities.
(2026-04-28). Is capitalism fuelling today's wars? Varsha Gandikota & Jason Hickel. aljazeera.com Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla asks political economist Jason Hickel if Global South states can take back their sovereignty.
(2026-04-28). FIFA urged to push US for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup by rights group. aljazeera.com ICE has represented the US immigration crackdown and deportation drive, but HRW wants a truce for duration of World Cup.
(2026-04-28). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-27). White House Correspondents' Association Dinner shooting suspect charged with attempted assassination. ecns.cn WASHINGTON, April 27 ⚪ Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the shooting Saturday night at the White House CorrespondentsAssociation Dinner, was charged on Monday with attempting to assassinate U.
(2026-04-28). Kashmir seminary declared unlawful under Indian law, sparks outcry. aljazeera.com Kashmiri political and religious leaders denounced the move as part of a broader pattern of New Delhi's overreach.
(2026-04-28). Ukraine shot down 33,000 Russian drones in 1 month: defence minister. scmp.com Ukraine used interceptor systems to shoot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago, Ukraine's defence minister claimed. | Ukraine has developed cutting-edge and battle-tested drone technology that has proved essential in holding back Russia's bigger army and has drawn military interest from around the world.
(2026-04-28). The Trump Administration Aims to Penalize Disabled Adults Who Live With Their Families. scheerpost.com Even a glance at Shy'tyra Burton's life reveals her need for the sort of federal government assistance that helps disabled Americans stay in their homes. Born two months prematurely into a poor family in Philadelphia, unable to breathe or swallow without tubes and largely confined to medical facilities until age 4, Burton was diagnosed with …
(2026-04-28). This Supreme Court 'victory' for oil giants is not what it seems. grist.org For millions of years, the Mississippi River flowed unchecked, carrying roughly 400 million metric tons of sediment down to Louisiana, where it spilled into the Gulf of Mexico to create new land. But in the early 20th century, a series of dams and river-training structures were built to prevent flooding — leaving the river tamed and unable to produce new terrain at anywhere near its previous pace. Oil and gas development, which ripped broad canals through vulnerable marshland, made matters worse. | As sea levels rose, existing land subsided, and more brutal storms battered the coast. Louisiana lost more…
(2026-04-28). BP reports huge profit rise in first quarter amid Iran war. newarab.com 
British energy giant BP on Tuesday reported a sharp increase in profits in the first quarter as Oil prices have BP's profit after tax jumped to $3.8 billion for the January-March period from $687 million in the same period a year earlier…
(2026-04-28). 'Your First Hotpot in Chongqing' kicks off to showcase iconic cuisine. ecns.cn Crowds gathered around bubbling pots of spicy red broth, dipping tripe, duck intestines, and more, sharing laughter as the steam rose.
(2026-04-28). Mysterium VPN Review for 2026. moguldom.com 
The internet is no longer a novelty. It's a tool that's as deeply integrated into modern-day life as cable TV and traffic lights are; it's an essential piece of infrastructure. This is especially the case given how everybody now has in their pockets what would've been considered a supercomputer only a few years ago. In …
(2026-04-28). Three Recent Examples Of AI Being Used For Empire Propaganda. thealtworld.com 
(2026-04-28). KCET 2026 Answer Key Released, What Next? ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the Provisional Answer Key of UGCET 2026, also known as KCET 2026, on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in'.
(2026-04-28). Gulf leaders meet in S. Arabia to discuss Iran strikes response. newarab.com 
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a consultative meeting of the A Gulf official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the meeting aimed to craft a response to the thousands of Iranian
(2026-04-28). US unions' "May Day Strong" seeks to neuter May Day. wsws.org If the American union bureaucracy, which for over a century was openly hostile to May Day, is now partly changing its tune, it is because they want to get in front of the growing movement to the left, dilute the radicalization and divert it into harmless channels.
(2026-04-28). Malegaon battles severe heat waves. ummid.com Malegaon, one of the largest textile clusters in India, is battling intense heat waves since the last eight days with the maximum temperature reaching as high as 44 degrees.
(2026-04-27). Heatwave grips most parts of India as mercury crosses 46-degree Celsius mark. ecns.cn NEW DELHI, April 28 ⚪ Most parts of India have continued to face extreme heatwave conditions over the past few days.As a precautionary measure, a new ward to treat heat-stroke cases has been opened at the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in central Delhi.
(2026-04-28). KCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test: List of Candidates Published. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published on its official website the list of candidates eligible to appear in the Karnataka UGCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test along with the list of non-eligible candidates.
(2026-04-28). China delivers first domestically-built, large-scale LNG carrier. ecns.cn China has delivered its first domestically-designed 180,000-cubic-meter liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier, marking a step forward in its high-end shipbuilding capabilities.
(2026-04-28). Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com Karnataka SSLC 2026 Toppers: The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has annouced today i.e. Thursday April 23, 2026 the result of the Senior School Leaving Certificate (Karnataka SSLC) 2026 exam, also known as Pre University and Class 10 exams, along with the Merit List and Toppers' Names on its official website karresults.nic.in and kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-28). Changing Landscape of West Asian Defence and Security. ummid.com The old framework of rigid alliances in West Asia is giving way to overlapping security partnerships, strategic hedging, internal military modernization, and new calculations shaped as much by technology and economics as by traditional geopolitics.
(2026-04-28). Hong Kong to ban alternative tobacco use in public from April 30. ecns.cn Hong Kong will ban the use of alternative tobacco products such as e-cigarettes and heated tobacco in public places starting April 30, officials said, adding the move is unlikely to affect tourism.
(2026-04-28). Dragonfly soars with three top honors as Beijing film fest ends. ecns.cn Renowned Hong Kong filmmaker and action choreographer Yuen Woo-pingreceives the Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday at the closing ceremony of the 16th Beijing International Film Festival.
(2026-04-28). Canada's push to rebuild ties with China hits a snag: a lack of direct flights. scmp.com Canada plans to allow more flight connections to China, as it seeks to rebuild ties with Beijing and capitalise on rising demand for Canadian travel among Chinese tourists, but airlines may be reluctant to add new routes due to soaring jet fuel costs and a lack of access to Russian airspace. | Steven MacKinnon, Canada's transport minister, announced last week that Ottawa would permit an "incremental" increase in direct passenger combination flights to China and up to 20 cargo flights per week.
(2026-04-27). 2 in critical conditions after house fire in Australia's Queensland. ecns.cn SYDNEY, April 28 ⚪ Two people have been hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being rescued from a house fire southwest of Brisbane in the Australian state of Queensland on Tuesday morning.
(2026-04-28). Americans in Havana express solidarity and rejection of U.S. blockade. radiohc.cu American union members and activists visiting Cuba have expressed their rejection of their government's blockade against the Caribbean nation in the Cuban capital. | In exclusive statements to Prensa Latina, they explained that they are visiting Havana to participate in the International Union Internship and in the May Day activities, International Workers' Day, and above all, to learn more about the island and increase actions in support of Cuba. | Mark Friedman, founder and one of the coordinators of the Hands Off Cuba Committee in Los Angeles, with affiliated groups in other U.S. cities, confessed that he "has…
(2026-04-28). What are UFO files Pentagon plans to release? ummid.com The UFO files that the Pentagon plans to release refer to the official records, documents, and investigative reports related to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) or Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena as they have been officially named.
(2026-04-28). Is Arab Pressure Pushing Trump Toward a Deal With Iran? thinktank.pk As tensions between the United States and Iran intensify in late April 2026, a deeper geopolitical question is emerging behind the military headlines: Are Arab states quietly pressuring President Donald Trump to strike a deal with Iran before the region slips into full-scale economic and strategic chaos? Recent reports indicating that Iran could reopen the …
(2026-04-28). Why You Should Try A Few More Puzzle Games This Year. moguldom.com 
When you're in the market for a new hobby, gaming is likely to come up on the list. And gaming might be a hobby you used to indulge in quite a lot, or it might be something you've never really gone in for — apart from a few idle games on your phone. But when …
(2026-04-28). Britain After Empire: Strategic Anxiety and the Russian Question. moguldom.com From Global Empire to an "Ordinary" Power In the first half of the twentieth century, the British Empire remained the largest colonial power in the world: at its height, its territory exceeded 30 million square kilometers, and roughly a quarter of the world's population were subjects of the Crown. These estimates align with the findings …
(2026-04-28). Iraq appoints businessman Ali Al-Zaidi as prime minister. newarab.com 
On Monday evening, 27 April, Iraqi President A statement from the Iraqi presidency said Amidi "tasks the nominee of the largest parliamentary bloc, The move comes after Iraq's ruling…
(2026-04-28). Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal: Champions League — team news, start, lineups. aljazeera.com Spanish giants Atletico host Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Metropolitano Stadium for their semifinal first leg.
(2026-04-28). Stitching a better future. ecns.cn In late February, as winter still clung to the mountains of Mabian, an Yi autonomous county in southwestern Sichuan province, Qiaojin Shuangmei carefully packed 15 sets of Yi embroidery for her trip to Beijing.
(2026-04-27). From flavors to greetings: The warmth of China—ASEAN connection. ecns.cn Mountains and seas connect China and ASEAN, while hearts and minds grow ever closer. Guided by cultural exchange and mutual learning, both sides deepen cooperation across heritage, film, tourism, cuisine, language, and festivals.
(2026-04-28). Balsa Trees Illegally Logged for Wind Power. wattsupwiththat.com Balsa wood is a key component of wind turbines, a near-perfect material for them.
(2026-04-28). MPs mark Workers' Memorial Day, warning safety cuts are putting lives at risk. thecanary.co 
Parliamentarians and bereaved families will come together in Parliament on 28 April to mark Workers' Memorial Day. And they'll remember those who have lost their lives because of work. The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Occupational Safety and Health will host the event. It will include contributions from: Prof Julia Waters, sister of the late headteacher […] | By
(2026-04-28). OPF chairman clarifies Gerry's visa confusion, supports dual consular system in UK. geo.tv 
Syed Qamar Raza, chairman of the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation. — Reporter/File LONDON: Chairman of the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation Syed Qamar Raza has written to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar clarifying that some misinformation was spread…
(2026-04-28). UAE to exit Opec, dealing blow to oil cartel's unity. scmp.com The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) and the wider Opec+ alliance effective May 1, a move that signals a push for greater control over its production strategy. | The decision followed "a comprehensive review" of the country's production policy and capacity, the Ministry of Infrastructure said in a statement, adding that it was based on national interests and a commitment to help meet global market…
(2026-04-28). Eye Roller Study: Burned forest areas have faster snowmelt. wattsupwiththat.com No tree canopy means more sunlight reaches the ground…. Well….DUH!"
(2026-04-28). 2026 State Polls: Frenzied voting in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal 1st Phase. ummid.com Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Thursday April 23, 2026 registered record voter-turnouts amidst the heavy deployment of security personnel in both the states.
(2026-04-28). UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in blow to global oil producers' group. newarab.com 
The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was quitting The loss of the
(2026-04-28). Facial Recognition Data Is A Key To Your Identity — If Stolen, You Can't Just Change The Locks. scheerpost.com When you're out and about, your face isn't just visible ‚àí it's captured. John Keeble/Getty Images Jonathan S. Weissman, Rochester Institute of Technology A woman strolls into a grocery store, thinking about grabbing some apples. Before she even reaches the produce aisle, a security camera has scanned her face. Whether the system is checking for …
(2026-04-28). What next for Manchester United with Champions League return almost sealed? aljazeera.com Man Utd's return to UEFA Champions League is all but confirmed after two-year absence, but what next for fallen giants?>
(2026-04-28). Trump reposts the homicidal fantasy of a Bush neocon. strategic-culture.su By Kurt NIMMO | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Marc Thiessen demands Iranian leaders be slain if they refuse to capitulate. | On T…
(2026-04-28). Global military spending surges to record $2.887 trillion. wsws.org Global military spending hit a record $2.887 trillion in 2025—the highest level ever recorded and the 11th consecutive year of growth, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reported Monday.
(2026-04-28). UNDP report exposes vulnerability of South Asia's economies to US war against Iran. wsws.org South Asia accounts for the largest share of people—an estimated additional 8.8 million—being pushed into poverty by the Iran war, with the region particularly exposed to rising food and energy costs and falling remittances.
(2026-04-28). Zelenskyy says Israel broke own law by buying stolen Ukrainian wheat from Russia, vows sanctions. haaretz.com The president's comments come as another ship suspected of carrying grain stolen from occupied territory in Ukraine arrived on Sunday in Haifa Bay. The European Union said it was mulling sanctions on Israeli individuals and entities aiding Russia…
(2026-04-28). Is the US-Iran War Entering the Deadliest Phase? moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Sanjay Turi and Praveen Sothwal* Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty over a US-Iran war, the Trump-led US is reportedly seen to be deploying tens of thousands of soldiers in West Asia along with massive aircraft carrier strike groups near the Iranian water. Since the US War in Iraq in 2003, this is the first time …
(2026-04-28). One Europe, One Market: The EU's Most Ambitious Economic Commitment in Years. moderndiplomacy.eu On April 24, 2026, the presidents of three of the European Union's most powerful institutions gathered on the sidelines of an informal summit in Nicosia and signed something that, in the typically measured language of Brussels, counts as a genuinely bold statement of intent. The European Parliament, the Council of the EU under its Cypriot …
(2026-04-28). 'War crime': Afghan-Pakistan truce under strain after university strike. aljazeera.com Civilian casualties in Kunar spur tensions as Pakistan denies role, casting shadow over ceasefire and peace talks.
(2026-04-27). China fines social media influencer $2.8 million for tax evasion. ecns.cn Chinese tax authorities have fined a social media influencer nearly 19 million yuan ($2.8 million) for tax evasion after investigators found he underreported income over several years, officials said.
(2026-04-28). We Need to Kick Prediction Market Betting Out of Journalism While We Still Can. theintercept.com 
(2026-04-28). Unicef warns Afghanistan could lose up to 25,000 female health workers, teachers. geo.tv 
Schoolgirls attend psychotherapy class at a school in Kabul, Afghanistan May 26, 2021. — Reuters Afghanistan is at risk of losing more than 25,000 female teachers and health workers by 2030 if the Taliban-led country's restrictions on girls' education and women's employment…
(2026-04-28). Australia: Labor's aged home care cuts continue. wsws.org Hundreds of thousands of retired workers, mostly depending on poverty-line aged pensions, are still facing prohibitive costs under the Support at Home program, which the Labor government launched last November.
(2026-04-28). Diljit Dosanjh's Canada concert briefly disrupted as group of Khalistan supporters raise slogans. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Canada's Vancouver was briefly disrupted after a group of Khalistan supporters raised slogans and waived flags inside the venue. | The incident took place during Diljit Dosanjh's 'Aura-2026' tour show on April 23, 2026. | According to the eyewitnesses, the solgannering began midway through the performance drawing the attention of both the audience and event security. What began as vocal protest soon turned into violent escalation prompting immediate security response. | Security teams acted promptly, escorted the individuals out of the venue and restored order so the co…
(2026-04-28). Austria Islamic State man admits plot on Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. scmp.com A man accused of pledging allegiance to Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, Austrian media reported. | The plot was thwarted, but Austrian authorities still cancelled Swift's three performances in August 2024.
(2026-04-28). Mexico captures top cartel leader 'El Jardinero' hiding in roadside ditch. scmp.com The Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Mexico's most powerful criminal enterprise, suffered another blow on Monday when the Mexican military captured one of its top leaders in the northwest of the country, two months after the cartel's leader was killed. | Audias Flores Silva, also known as "El Jardinero", or The Gardener, was seen as a possible successor to the killed leader and the United States had a US$5 million reward out for information leading to his arrest.
(2026-04-28). Cole Allen, WH Correspondents' Dinner Shooter, is Award Winning Teacher. ummid.com The American Security Agencies Saturday April 26, 2026 identified the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter as Cole Thomas Allen, and soon reports surfaced that he is a highly educated person and had even won the best teacher award in 2024.
(2026-04-28). Opera Philadelphia's upcoming season will feature a comedy about a president who defies electoral defeat to become a dictator. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? In George and Ira Gershwin's "Let 'Em Eat Cake", a fictional U.S. president denies his lost re-election, reclaims the presidency in a fascist coup and capitalizes on his own dictatorship. Along the way, he launched a business selling blue shirts, turns the Supreme Court into a baseball team and redesigns the White House. | The plot of the Ira and George Gershwin comic musical "Let 'Em Eat Cake" was written 93 years ago and has not been seen onstage in America in almost as lo…
(2026-04-28). China concert attendance nears 38 million as market expands. ecns.cn Attendance at large concerts in China reached nearly 38 million in 2025, as the live entertainment sector expanded and boosted travel and consumer spending, industry data showed.
(2026-04-28). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-28). Navigating an unpredictable future: global architecture, energy, security. onlineopinion.com.au Ceasefire, escalation, or crisis: three paths for the Gulf, each with global consequences.
(2026-04-28). Kandice in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-28). Trump Doubles Back On Credit Card Swipe Fees. levernews.com
(2026-04-28). Top Democrat Opposed Surveillance Bill — Then Whipped Votes For It. levernews.com
(2026-04-28). Karnataka unveils 8-point education reform plan: CM targets stronger govt schools. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-28). Mr. Araghchi goes to Russia. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-28). Al-Manar correspondents reports constant drone activity over Beirut's Dahiyeh and Baalbek in eastern Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-28). The Process of Uranium Enrichment. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-28). Iran's Permanent Representative to UN: No durable stability can be realized in the Gulf and the region without a permanent end to aggression targeting Iran. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-28). Iranian Foreign Ministry: Decisions to detain ships and confiscate cargoes official legitimization of armed robbery in international waters. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-28). Straight 'F's: Philadelphia region's air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report. whyy.org
(2026-04-28). Putin to Iran: You are fighting Courageously for Independence and Sovereignty. juancole.com
(2026-04-28). Bay View Massacre Commemoration: 140th Anniversary in Milwaukee May 3, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-04-28). Left out of voter rolls? Karnataka CEO explains how 'unmapped' voters can get included. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-28). Jews really hate Trump. But they hate Netanyahu even. haaretz.com
(2026-04-28). double disaster gives Naftali Bennett hope. haaretz.com
(2026-04-28). Iraq appoints new prime minister-designate. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-28). Israeli strike reported in the southern Lebanese town of Jbal Al-Botom: Al-Manar correspondent. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-28). Philly's Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common. whyy.org
(2026-04-28). US: Open shipping for me but not for thee (looking at you China). responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-28). Axios, Cuba y las filtraciones al servicio del Departamento de Estado. cubadebate.cu Un análisis de las publicaciones de Axios sobre Cuba entre enero y abril de 2026 identifica patrones de uso de fuentes gubernamentales estadounidenses, coincidencias temporales con la agenda del Departamento de Estado y una agenda orientada a presentar a la Isla como escenario de crisis, amenaza y transición política. El estudio, complementado con el seguimiento de la conversación digital, revela cómo estas filtraciones no solo desinforman, sino que amplifican la visión de Marco Rubio sobre nuestro país en la opinión pública internacional.
(2026-04-28). Madison, May 1, 2026: Freedom Rising, Voices Strong: Benefit for Voces de la Frontera. wibailoutpeople.org 
Atwood Music Hall, 1925 Winnebago Street, Madison 6 pm Doors Open7 pm Program Begins After the marches, after the rallies, after the walkouts and boycotts across the country — Let's celebrate, recharge, and recommit to building a better future.May Day 2026 has the potential to be one of the largest days of resistance, protest, and …
(2026-04-28). A Casa Branca adquire a única mina de terras raras no Brasil. strategic-culture.su Esperamos que essa aquisiàßà£o tenha acendido os alertas necessários em Brasília. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós:…
(2026-04-28). La falacia mecanicista: Por qué Occidente fracasa tan a menudo en materia de geopolítica. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-28). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-28). AI hype narrative reaches the public healthcare system in El Salvador. globalvoices.org El Salvador's government claims an AI assistant will help make its public healthcare system a reference.Global VoicesImage by Global Voices on Canva Pro. | This story is part of Undertones, Global Voices' This post is part of Global Voices' April 2026 Spotlight series, "
(2026-04-28). Who Decided to Indict Kilmar Abrego Garcia Over a Years-Old Traffic Stop. theintercept.com 
More than a year after Kilmar Abrego Garcia won at the U.S. Supreme Court — forcing the Trump administration to bring him back from El Salvador — federal officials can't seem to decide what, exactly, they want to do with him. | On the one hand, Trump officials continue to insist that Abrego
(2026-04-28). Little Lake City teachers continue strike, while UTLA claims LA teachers ratified new contract. wsws.org Only two days before Little Lake City teachers walked out, union officials canceled a far larger strike in Los Angeles Unified School District.
(2026-04-28). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Peasant, student and worker organizations conducted a week of protests in La Paz, Bolivia, while a strike by thousands of Nova Scotia long-term care workers is growing as more facilities join the action.
(2026-04-28). Perché la dottrina di sicurezza di Israele ha iniziato a prendere di mira la Turchia? strategic-culture.su Interpretare la rivalità israelo-turca come una semplice controversia contingente sarebbe fuorviante | Segue nostro La logica preventiva | Per comprendere perché la Turchia sia progressivamente entrata nel perimetro delle preoccupazioni strategiche israeliane, occorre partire da una premessa metodologica: in Medio Oriente, le dottrine di sicurezza non si costruiscono soltanto in risposta a minacce immediate, ma soprattutto in funzione de…