(2026-03-18). Toward A Revolutionary Charter For Comprehensive Liberation. popularresistance.org As liberation movements in the Global South forged their new political language reflecting the perspective of colonized peoples, Amílcar Cabral was one of several leaders who identified the role of intellectuals and the educated elite as a critical vulnerability at the heart of popular revolutions. | Some intellectuals have sought to promote Western-friendly approaches while normalizing conciliatory, defeatist frameworks. | Cabral's warning resurfaces sharply in the Palestinian and Arab context, after a brutal and unprecedented genocide met with a widespread silence and betrayal from the public, and complicity on…
(2026-03-18). UN says 36,000 Palestinians displaced in occupied West Bank in one year. dawn.com GENEVA: The United Nations urged Israel on Tuesday to halt immediately its dramatic settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank, raising concerns of "ethnic cleansing" with over 36,000 Palestinians displaced in a single year. | A fresh
(2026-03-18). With Larijani no more, Iran loses legacy of strategic leadership in its national security, diplomacy. geo.tv 
Iranian security chief Ali Larijani talks to supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei , in this undated picture. — www.iranintl.comTop adviser to Khamenei, shaping Iran's security and foreign policy.Chief nuclear negotiator, advancing Iran's programme…
(2026-03-18). Here are some facts about the Strait of Hormuz blockage amid Iran war. dawn.com Here are key facts and figures about the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial shipping route virtually paralysed by the Middle East war. | Around a fifth of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas passes through the waterway in peacetime. | The 21 security incidents: | Since March 1, 2026, 21 commercial vessels, including 10…
(2026-03-18). 'Missile for Epstein Victims': Iran Sets New War Narrative. ummid.com In a personal blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, Iran is now launching missiles on Israeli capital Tel Aviv and American bases in Gulf countries that are written with a message sympathizing victims of Jeffry Epstein.
(2026-03-18). Donald Trump's Racism Mirrors Jeffrey Epstein's. juancole.com (
(2026-03-18). US House panel subpoenas attorney general over Epstein files. tribune.com.pk 
The US House Oversight Committee subpoenaed the country's top law enforcement official Tuesday to testify about the government's handling of records tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. | Attorney General Pam Bondi will appear for a closed-door deposition on April 14 as lawmakers investigate what they describe as possible mismanagement of the federal probe into Epstein and his associates. | The move follows a committee vote earlier this month to compel Bondi's testimony, with several Republicans joining Democrats in backing the measure. | Epstein, who died in federal custody in 2019 while awaiting t…
(2026-03-18). Decifrare la Prima Guerra degli Epstein. strategic-culture.su àà stato dopo la visita di Netanyahu che la posizione ufficiale di Washington nei confronti di Teheran ha assunto toni decisamente più aggressivi. | Segue nostro Non ero certo l'unico a concludere, non appena è stata resa pubblica la nuova serie di documenti sul caso Epstein, che ´ora, senza dubbio, gli Stati Uniti attaccheranno l'Iran ª. Anche se puramente intuitiva, la conclusione era ovvia per chiunque avesse prestat…
(2026-03-18). Venezuela Topples Team USA in Historic World Baseball Classic Upset. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer Before bed I saw this and can't help but think how great it is to at least topple the United States at something while that empire gears up and continues to wreak havoc around the world. In an incredibly trying year globally — and especially for Venezuela — this felt like a bright …
(2026-03-18). Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: Failed Caracas Transport Strike Orchestrated From Abroad. orinocotribune.com Acting president of Venezuela Delcy Rodríguez explained that the failed transportation strike in Caracas on Monday was orchestrated by extremist sectors from abroad. | Speaking Monday night from Miraflores Palace during a meeting with the Ministry of Education to review the national education plan, Rodríguez lamented that foreign actors continue to influence internal sectors via telephone. "I deeply regret that extremist sectors of the country continue to be activated from abroad, using only a telephone," she stated [ The actin…
(2026-03-18). Venezuela: New World Baseball Classic Champion! radiohc.cu Havana, March 18 (RHC) — Venezuela made history, defying all odds by sweeping the United States and winning the World Baseball Classic for the first time with a 3-2 victory. The Venezuelans shattered the predictions last night, as the Americans had been the overwhelming favorites since the tournament began on March 5th, along with three-time defending champion Japan, who was eliminated by the South American team that also swept the tournament's surprise package, Italy. | So the sixth World Baseball Classic has a new king. It all happened in a packed LoanDepot Park with more than 36,490 fans, where the Arepa…
(2026-03-18). Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: Failed Caracas Transport Strike Orchestrated From Abroad. orinocotribune.com Acting president of Venezuela Delcy Rodríguez explained that the failed transportation strike in Caracas on Monday was orchestrated by extremist sectors from abroad. | Speaking Monday night from Miraflores Palace during a meeting with the Ministry of Education to review the national education plan, Rodríguez lamented that foreign actors continue to influence internal sectors via telephone. "I deeply regret that extremist sectors of the country continue to be activated from abroad, using only a telephone," she stated [ The actin…
(2026-03-18). Clásico Mundial de Béisbol 2026: Venezuela logra el triunfo más grande de su historia deportiva. cubadebate.cu Venezuela y Estados Unidos accedieron a la final luego de un par de victorias memorables en las semifinales, y fue hora de que se vieran las caras en un loanDepot Park de Miami que estuvo cargado de electricidad y tensión. La selección venezolana buscaba su primer título del certamen, en la que también era su primera final.
(2026-03-18). US hits Iran missile sites near Hormuz, drops 2,200 kg bunker buster bombs. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US forces carried out strikes on Iranian missile sites along the country's southern coastline near the Strait of Hormuz, deploying multiple 5,000-pound (2,200 kg) bunker-buster bombs, according to the United States Central Command. | "Hours ago, U.S. forces successfully employed multiple 5,000-pound deep penetrator munitions on hardened Iranian missile sites along Iran's coastline near the Strait of Hormuz," the military command said in a tweet early Wednesday (IST). | The military said the strikes targeted Iranian anti-ship cruise missiles, which it claimed "posed a risk to international shipping…
(2026-03-18). Trump Sends Thousands of Pentagon Troops to Confront Iran and Its Allies. wibailoutpeople.org Other NATO countries have failed to join the United States in a purported effort to seize control of the Strait of Hormuz which is being controlled by the Islamic Republic By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireWednesday March 18, 2026Geostrategic Analysis By the third week in March, it had become obvious that the potential for a …
(2026-03-18). Chris Hedges Report: War With Iran Will Trigger A Global Financial Crisis. popularresistance.org Alongside the death and destruction occurring all throughout the Middle East as the war in Iran rages on, the rest of the world is experiencing the economic blowback of the conflict. Oil and natural gas prices are skyrocketing in the West as well as the Global South following the closing of the Strait of Hormuz. | Yanis Varoufakis, economist and former Greek finance minister, joins The Chris Hedges Report to explain how the war will continue to mangle the global economy and what countries can expect in the coming months. | "The vast majority of the very people, the blue collar workers that voted Trump in, are suf…
(2026-03-18). Imperial Decline In The Strait Of Hormuz. popularresistance.org In the first chapter of his 1874 novel The Gilded Age, Mark Twain offered a telling observation about the connection between past and present: "History never repeats itself, but the… present often seems to be constructed out of the broken fragments of antique legends." | Among the "antique legends" most helpful in understanding the likely outcome of the current U.S. intervention in Iran is the Suez Crisis of 1956, which I describe in my new book Cold War on Five Continents. | After Egyptian leader Gamal Abdel Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal in July 1956, a joint British-French armada of six aircraft carriers…
(2026-03-18). 4 ways US Israel war against Iran will change the world. ummid.com As the smoke clears over the ruins of Tel Aviv and the burning tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, a historical irony is emerging: The US-Israel war against Iran intended to cement American dominance may instead be the moment the United States loses its status as the world's sole superpower.
(2026-03-18). Pentagon doing its best to hide destructions caused by Iran. ummid.com Iran's retaliatory attacks on the American bases and assets in the Middle East have inflicted huge material and human losses, but Pentagon is trying its best to hide.
(2026-03-18). Iran vows revenge for killing of security chief Ali Larijani by Israel. dawn.com Iran vowed on Wednesday a "decisive" retaliation for the A barrage of Iranian missiles killed two people near Israel's commercial hub Tel Aviv, while Gulf nations intercepted rockets and drones headed for targets including US bases in the region. | Larijani is the most prominent figure of the Islamic republic killed since Israel and the Un…
(2026-03-18). US Israel War Against Iran: Glaring Cost Difference. ummid.com The ongoing US and Israeli war against Iran and the latter's retaliatory strikes have once again demonstrated the mathematics of modern air defence.
(2026-03-18). Dar arrives in Riyadh for meeting of regional FMs. dawn.com Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday for a meeting with the foreign ministers of regional countries, where he will advocate for a "swift end" to the conflict in the Middle East, according to the Foreign Office (FO). | The conflict began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. In retaliatory strikes, Iran has targeted US assets and bases in Gulf countries. Amid the hostilities, the FO has termed Pakistan's role a " In a statement, FO said Dar had arrived in Riyadh, where he is set to "participa…
(2026-03-18). The Imperialist Wars Being Waged Against the Global South In Ukraine and Iran. orinocotribune.com By Dmitri Kovalevich — Mar 14, 2026 | The Iranian people are currently fighting off an imperialist aggressor, not only for the sake of their own country but also for Ukrainians, who are themselves targets of similar Western aggression and predatory objectives. | Ukraine, like "Israel" before it, has been transformed into an outpost of Western imperialism. The two wars these two are waging—one against the Russian Federation, the other against Iran—are similar and interconnected in so many ways. The common goal of each war is to preserve and even enhance Western hegemony by waging warfare against co…
(2026-03-18). All the Ways US Support for Israeli Expansionism Freed Russia's Hands. scheerpost.com Juan Cole for Informed Comment Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Monday, "If they [the Americans] thought they could subjugate [Iran] in a day or a few hours, they probably realise now just how seriously they miscalculated, how wrong they were." Last month Russian President Vladimir Putin sent condolences to his opposite number in Tehran over the …
(2026-03-18). Iran spoils Israel's Larijani death celebration with Putin-Mojtaba revelation | USA | Trump | Khamenei. hindustantimes.com Fresh rumours about Iran's leadership have erupted amid the escalating Israel—Iran conflict. Reports claimed Mojtaba Khamenei, widely seen as Iran's new supreme leader, was secretly flown to Russia for treatment after recent strikes. Tehran quickly pushed back, calling the claims part of a "psychological war" and insisting Iran's leaders are not fleeing the country. The denial came as Israeli officials made explosive claims about a major strike on senior Iranian figure Ali Larijani. As conflicting narratives spread across global media, the battle is now unfolding not only on the battlefield but also across…
(2026-03-18). Activists Protest Pacific Fleet Over Involvement In War On Iran. popularresistance.org Most people here in Hawai'i are completely unaware of how involved Hawai'i is in waging war, the completely illegitimate and illegal war on Iran. | Thanks for Kevin Knodell for his excellent articles in the Honolulu Star Advertiser that reveal that Hawaii military bases are helping attack Iran. | We need to remind U.S. military that they are committing war crimes and their souls will pay with the highest rates of suicides, domestic violence and drug use. | On March 4th the USS Charlotte, a nuclear submarine based at Pearl Harbor, torpedoed and sank an Iranian frigate that was without ammunition and was returning…
(2026-03-18). The US-Israel falls into economic trap. uwidata.com By Serhat Latifoƒülu The strategy of imperialist US and genocidal Israel's war against Iran — which started with an inhumane attack on a girls' elementary school in Minab in Hormozgan province and claimed little girls' lives — was built on the prediction that the shock effect of the strikes would quickly force Iran into submission. …
(2026-03-18). Israeli strikes in central Beirut kill six people, Lebanese authorities say. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli airstrikes in Beirut killed at least six people on Wednesday, the Lebanese health ministry said, shaking the heart of the Lebanese capital as Israel intensified its offensive against the Iran-backed Hezbollah group. | Israeli air strikes also pounded the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut, where Reuters footage showed explosions lighting up the night sky. | While most Israeli strikes in the Beirut area have been on the southern suburbs, Israel has also launched a number of attacks in central areas of the capital since Lebanon was dragged into…
(2026-03-18). Delayed US-China summit raises stakes for Takaichi ahead of White House visit. scmp.com Thursday's summit between US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was supposed to see the two leaders sit down in advance of Trump's meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to ensure the allies were on the same page. | Instead, with the US-China summit postponed and the Israel-US war on Iran going full blast, their meeting is likely to find Japan more on the defensive, according to analysts and former government officials.
(2026-03-18). Indian Diplomacy Falters on Iran War. ummid.com The US-Israel attacks on Iran has placed India in an uncomfortable diplomatic position, exposing the limits of its much-touted strategic autonomy.
(2026-03-18). Israel says killed Iran intel chief, tells military to hunt down officials. tribune.com.pk 
Israel said on Wednesday its forces had killed another top Iranian official, Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib, and said its military was authorised to kill any senior figure of the Islamic republic in its sights. | The announcement, the day after Iranian security chief Ali Larijani was confirmed killed in an Israeli strike, is part of a longstanding strategy by Israel to target its enemy's leaders. | "Last night, Iran's Intelligence Minister Khatib was also eliminated," Israeli Defence Minister Katz said in a statement. | "Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and I have authorised the Israel Defence Forces (ID…
(2026-03-18). U.S.-Israeli attacks damage 153 medical centers in Iran. workers.org 
The following article was posted by the Tehran-based Islamic Republic News Agency on March 15, 2026. Paramedics with the bodies of school children massacred in Minab, Iran by U.S.-Israeli missiles, Feb. 29, 2026. The Iranian Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical Education announces that following the recent U.S.-Israeli attacks, a . . . |
(2026-03-18). Trump Tells Cuba: You Are Next. popularresistance.org We are in the midst of a vicious, rapidly expanding U.S. instigated war on Iran. This is a moment of maximum pressure. | So I'll open this session on "Anti-intervention and Internationalism" with quotes from Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel to the people of Iran: "We feel deep sorrow and grief upon learning of the assassination of the Supreme Leader of the Iranian nation as a result of the vile aggression of the United States and Israel. … | "We will remember him as the outstanding statesman and leader of the Iranian people, who contributed decisively to the development and consolidation of friendly and cooper…
(2026-03-18). Iran's national security chief Ali Larijani, Basij commander Soleimani assassinated in US-Israeli strikes. dawn.com Iran's national security chief Ali Larijani and the commander of paramilitary force Basij, Gholamreza Soleimani, were assassinated in US-Israeli strikes on Tuesday. | The confirmation of Larijani's assassination came hours after Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said he had been "eliminated last night", along with the commander of Tehran's Basij paramilitary force. | "I have just been updated by the chief of staff that Larijani, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, and the head of the Basij — Iran's central repression apparatus — (Soleimani), were eliminated last night," Katz said in…
(2026-03-18). Democracy Now! 2026-03-18 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for March 18, 2026; Speeding Up the "Kill Chain": Pentagon Bombs Thousands of Targets in Iran Using Palantir AI; Trump's Counterterrorism Chief Resigns over Iran War, Criticizes "Pressure from Israel"; "Warmongers Come for the Media": Trump Threatens Media with "Treason" Charges over Iran War Coverage | Headlines for March 18, 2026; Speeding Up the "Kill Chain": Pentagon Bombs Thousands of Targets in Iran Using Palantir AI; Trump's Counterterrorism Chief Resigns over Iran War, Criticizes "Pressure from Israel"; "Warm…
(2026-03-18). Amid claims he's dead, Netanyahu's 3rd video billed AI generated. ummid.com Amid the wild claims that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara have been killed in an Iranian missile attack, his third video posted as a proof he is live has been billed as AI generated.
(2026-03-18). The Strait, the Dollar and the Limits of Empire. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer What is unfolding around Iran is not simply another regional war—it is the latest violent convulsion of an empire trying to preserve a crumbling order through force. Washington's assault, backed by Israel and justified through the familiar language of "security," has once again revealed the central logic of U.S. foreign policy: when political …
(2026-03-18). Pakistan ready to play mediation role amid rising Mideast tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Wednesday that Pakistan is ready to play a pivotal role in mediating regional tensions following the attack on Iran by the United States and Israel. | "Pakistan is engaged in discussions with various partners, and we have always aimed to maintain balance in relations. I believe we are in a position to play a mediation role with countries in the region," he said during an interview with Al Jazeera. | The information minister expressed Pakistan's "desire to participate in de-escalating the situation" in Iran and to prevent further instability in the region. He emphasi…
(2026-03-18). Collapse of Global Trust in Western Diplomacy. ummid.com The unfolding war against Iran — driven, in the view of many observers, by the strategic calculations of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has become a defining moment in the collapse of global trust in Western diplomacy.
(2026-03-18). Escalating Tensions: Middle East Conflict Intensifies Amid Strikes and Political Standoff. devdiscourse.com The death of Iranian security chief Ali Larijani by Israeli forces has not deterred Iran's strategic operations. With swift leadership transitions, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi dismissed U.S. and Israeli actions, highlighting the country's robust political structure.
(2026-03-18). Jefe de Seguridad de Irán muere por ataque de EEUU e Israel. radiohc.cu Las autoridades iraníes confirmaron la muerte del secretario del Consejo Supremo de Seguridad Nacional de Irán, Alí Lariyaní, como resultado de un ataque de EE.UU. e Israel. | La agencia Fars informó que el funeral se realizará en Teherán, mañana día 18 de marzo. | El medio indicó que será enterrado junto con el comandante de la milicia popular iraní Basich, Gholamreza Soleimani, también asesinado este martes, y los miembros de la tripulación de la fragata iraní IRIS Dena, que se hundió frente a las costas de Sri Lanka como resultado de un ataque de un submarino de la Armada de EE.UU. | Por su parte, la agencia T…
(2026-03-18). Irán confirma la muerte de Alí Lariyaní, jefe de seguridad, a manos de Israel. cubadebate.cu Irán confirma la muerte de Alí Lariyaní, jefe de seguridad, a manos de Israel. El funeral se realizará en Teherán el 18 de marzo. Será enterrado junto con el comandante de la milicia popular iraní Basich, Gholamreza Soleimani, también asesinado durante esta jornada, y los miembros de la tripulación de la fragata iraní IRIS Dena.
(2026-03-18). Jefe de Seguridad de Irán muere por ataque de EEUU e Israel. radiohc.cu Las autoridades iraníes confirmaron la muerte del secretario del Consejo Supremo de Seguridad Nacional de Irán, Alí Lariyaní, como resultado de un ataque de EE.UU. e Israel. | La agencia Fars informó que el funeral se realizará en Teherán, mañana día 18 de marzo. | El medio indicó que será enterrado junto con el comandante de la milicia popular iraní Basich, Gholamreza Soleimani, también asesinado este martes, y los miembros de la tripulación de la fragata iraní IRIS Dena, que se hundió frente a las costas de Sri Lanka como resultado de un ataque de un submarino de la Armada de EE.UU. | Por su parte, la agencia T…
(2026-03-18). Irán confirma la muerte de Alí Lariyaní, jefe de seguridad, a manos de Israel. cubadebate.cu Irán confirma la muerte de Alí Lariyaní, jefe de seguridad, a manos de Israel. El funeral se realizará en Teherán el 18 de marzo. Será enterrado junto con el comandante de la milicia popular iraní Basich, Gholamreza Soleimani, también asesinado durante esta jornada, y los miembros de la tripulación de la fragata iraní IRIS Dena.
(2026-03-18). The Tolstoy guide to history that Trump and Netanyahu didn't read. peoplesworld.org 
How do you bomb a country "without mercy"—and end up strengthening it? When U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared that Washington would show "no quarter, no mercy for our enemies," the message was unmistakable: this was not a limited war, but an overwhelming campaign meant to break Iran—militarily, politically, and socially. The logic behind such …
(2026-03-18). Trump Administration Threatens Media Licenses And Treason Charges. popularresistance.org The Trump administration is facing growing criticism after the chair of the Federal Communications Commission suggested that television broadcasters could lose their licenses if they air reporting about the ongoing war with Iran that the administration considers inaccurate. The warning came as President Donald Trump also escalated his attacks on news organizations, suggesting that media outlets reporting information he disputes about the conflict could face treason charges. | Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr posted a message on social media Saturday that appeared to warn broadcasters about how…
(2026-03-18). Greek firms scan computer systems as Iran war raises cyberattack risks, sources say. tribune.com.pk 
Greek shipowners and other companies are scanning their computer systems for evidence of cyberattacks after advice from the National Cybersecurity Authority, two sources said on Wednesday following incidents that ‚Å have been linked to the Iran war. | The authority last week sent an advisory, seen by Reuters, to security officers of shipping companies, banks and firms in the transport, telecommunications, health and energy sectors, a source at the authority said, adding that the move ‚Å was pre-emptive. | A…
(2026-03-18). US aircraft carrier attacking Iran heads back to port after fire incident. scmp.com The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is leaving the fight with Iran and heading back to port, a US official familiar with the matter said, after a fire broke out in its laundry area and left at least two sailors with non-life-threatening injuries. | The Ford will travel from its current location in the Red Sea to Souda Bay, on the Greek island of Crete, according to the official, who asked not to be identified discussing movements that were not public. The ship had stopped in Souda Bay in late…
(2026-03-18). Pakistan-China trade through Khunjerab 'in full swing'. dawn.com GILGIT: Trade activity between Pakistan and Chi ≠na through the Khunjerab Pass is in full swing, with exports from Pakistan to China and Central Asian states increasing this year. | However, local traders have expressed concerns over the non-implementation of the PM's announcement regarding tax exemptions on impor ≠ted items for local consumption. | Pakistan Customs Col ≠lec ≠tor Gilgit-Baltistan Shahid Jan told Dawn that 1,774 consignments impor ≠ted from China through the Khunjerab Pass were cleared at Sost Dry Port up to March. He said Pakis ≠tan Customs collected Rs10.16 billion in revenue a…
(2026-03-18). Smiling Over Death: Netanyahu Flaunts 'Kill List' as Huckabee Laughs Along. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff There are moments in politics when the mask slips so completely that no amount of official language can hide what is actually being revealed. One of those moments arrived when Benjamin Netanyahu casually displayed what he described as a punch-card style kill list to Mike Huckabee, smiling as he pointed to names he …
(2026-03-18). dtic congratulates new SEZ Advisory Board. sanews.gov.za dtic congratulates new SEZ Advisory Board | Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi on Tuesday congratulated the newly appointed Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Advisory Board. | He expressed confidence in its ability to make a meaningful contribution in strengthening the Special Economic Zones programme and advancing South Africa's broader economic transformation. | Godlimpi was addressing an induction workshop hosted by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) for the SEZ Advisory Board in Johannesburg. | The purpose of the workshop was to orientate the advisory board on the…
(2026-03-18). Shocking Case Unveiled: Child Bride Abduction in Maharashtra. devdiscourse.com Authorities in Maharashtra have detained four individuals following the alleged abduction and forced marriage of a 15-year-old tribal girl. The incident unfolded in Thane district where the minor was allegedly taken from Bhiwandi, then sold in Beed district as a child bride.
(2026-03-18). Five Titles for Cuba in Boxing Qualifier. radiohc.cu Havana, March 18 (RHC) — The conquest of five belts sealed Cuba's performance in the qualifier for the boxing tournament of the Central American and Caribbean Games of Santo Domingo 2026. | Having secured all 13 qualifying spots in Guadalajara, Mexico, the Cuban team won every title in the men's competition and showed promise among the women. | Although the tournament ended with a couple of unexpected results, the men demonstrated the progress made in overcoming the disappointment of winning only two medals at the previous Central American and Caribbean Games. | The men's team lived up to expectations, with…
(2026-03-18). Cuba vows 'unbreakable resistance' as US pressure mounts. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump, VP JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio pictured during a meeting at Oval Office. — AFP
(2026-03-18). Iran war exposes fractures in global order, says former envoy Masood Khan. tribune.com.pk Ambassador Masood Khan, former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and ex-Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, has said the ongoing conflict involving Iran has exposed deep fissures in the global order, highlighting strategic miscalculations, severe humanitarian consequences, and the growing isolation of the United States on the international stage. | In a televised analysis, Ambassador Khan noted that recent military strikes have caused extensive damage across Iran, targeting military personnel, strategic installations, and civilian infrastructure, resulting in a serious humanitarian crisis with high…
(2026-03-18). Controlling Kharg Island: Options for United States. ummid.com The Trump administration is weighing whether US Special Forces could seize or neutralise the Kharg Island as part of its strategy to pressure Iran during the continuing war.
(2026-03-18). SPL 25/26 MW26: Al-Nassr, Toney remain on top; Joao Felix shines with brace. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025/26: Al-Nassr Saudi FC is leading as the top team whereas Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney remain the top goal scorer in the SPL 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 26 ending Sunday March 15, 2026.
(2026-03-18). Daily Memo: ICE Kidnapped Several Fathers In Front of Their Children. lataco.com ICE is still active. We're seeing a couple of incidents on average on the weekends and an average of around seven incidents each day during the week right now, and while the quantity may be lower, the quality of these kidnappings remains brutal, inhuman, and unjust.
(2026-03-18). Larijani assassination deepens uncertainty over Iran war, analysts warn. dawn.com WASHINGTON: The Analysts warn that his absence removes one of the few moderating voices capable of preventing further escalation. | As the New York Times
(2026-03-18). Drugs and illicit goods intercepted at Oshoek border. sanews.gov.za Drugs and illicit goods intercepted at Oshoek border | Officials of the Border Management Authority (BMA), the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) have intercepted a truck transporting illicit drugs and goods at the Oshoek port of entry. | BMA Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, has commended the officials for the successful joint operation. | On Monday at approximately 20h00, a truck travelling from Eswatini into South Africa was intercepted at the Oshoek port of entry during an operation involving the BMA, SARS and SAPS. | Upon conducting a thorough search of the veh…
(2026-03-18). Monday 3/16: Phone Bank for Leqaa Kordai & Ira Vijandre. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/pb-ly…
(2026-03-18). Berkeley Tenants Convention to select 2026 Rent Board Slate to meet on April 19, 2026. indybay.org Candidates for Rent Board seeking the support of the Tenant Convention will be participating in the 2026 Berkeley Tenants Convention on Sunday, April 19, 2026. This event will feature candidate speeches and Q&A, and will take place from 1: 30 – 4: 30 at the Black Repertory Theatre in South Berkeley.
(2026-03-18). Saturday 3/28: Hop Into Spring at the Alameda Landing Easter Celebration. indybay.org 2700 Fifth Street, Alameda Landing, CA 94501…
(2026-03-18). Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eidul Fitr on Friday. dawn.com Saudi Arabia announced that Eidul Fitr would be celebrated on Friday, according to a statement published by state media. | "The Supreme Court has decided that tomorrow, Thursday, is the completion of the 30th day of the month of Ramazan, and that Friday is the day of the Blessed Eidul Fitr," the Saudi Press Agency reported. ; ⚪ Across the Muslim world, Ramazan festivities this year were overshadowed by the ongoing
(2026-03-18). Pipeline That Caused Massive 2015 Santa Barbara Oil Spill Restarts Illegally. indybay.org Sable Relies on Unprecedented Trump Order to Violate State, Federal Law…
(2026-03-18). Liverpool Came From Behind and Advance in the Champions League. radiohc.cu Havana, March 18 (RHC) — The English club Liverpool beat Turkish side Galatasaray four goals to zero today and advanced to the quarterfinals of the European football Champions League. | Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai (25th minute), Frenchman Hugo Ekitike (51st), Dutchman Ryan Gravenberch (53rd), and Egyptian Mohamed Salah (62nd), who also missed a penalty in stoppage time, scored the goals to overturn the 0-1 deficit from the first leg. | Earlier, Spain's Barcelona thrashed Newcastle United 7-2 in a match marred by controversy over a possible penalty not awarded to the Magpies that could have put th…
(2026-03-18). Fresh inspection belies earlier findings on train accident. dawn.com • Officials who examined Shalimar Express at Rohri had reported faulty brakes in nine carriages | • Eyebrows raised as drivers blamed for failure to stop train in time | LAHORE: A train "is seen as safe for operation" when more than 80 per cent of its braking system is functional, a spokesperson for the Pakistan Railways (PR) said on Tuesday. | In a statement regarding the Shalimar Express, which suffered an
(2026-03-18). Rescuing a key Confucian text from centuries of ignominy. scmp.com From around the turn of the century, a revived Confucianism was all the rage. Mainland Chinese academia heavily promoted it. Beijing politicised it as compatible with communist ideology. For state propaganda departments, Confucianism was repackaged as a cultural product for foreign consumption. | That wave of interest subsequently died down, along with the closure of many Confucian Institutes around the world.
(2026-03-18). "Anarchy Cabaret" seeks new members. indybay.org new group with anarchy-utopia views seeks helpers…
(2026-03-18). Indivisible and No Kings Rallies March 28. mediasanctuary.org On March 28, more than 2000 events are planned for the last No Kings protest, including several in the Capital District. Local indivisible groups are organizing a protest at 1 PM on Central Ave (near Colvin). Many other events are also planned, including one at the State Capitol. Frances Sweet of Troy Indivisble and local artist Bev Cahill talk about the local events, including protesting the renewal of the City of Troy's contract for FLOCK license reading cameras. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
(2026-03-18). Senegal stripped of AFCON title. tribune.com.pk 
Senegal say they will appeal after they were sensationally stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title on Tuesday and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) instead declared Morocco champions, two months after their chaotic final. | Several Senegalese players controversially walked off the pitch in Rabat during the final on January 18 in protest when the hosts were awarded a penalty late in second-half stoppage time. | After Senegal's players eventually returned having been coaxed back onto the pitch by captain Sadio Mane, Morocco missed the penalty and Pape Gueye went on to score the goal in extra time t…
(2026-03-18). War Without Clear Endgame: Military Expert Warns Lack of Strategy on US side. uwidata.com As the war between the United States and Iran intensifies across the Middle East, questions are mounting over Washington's long-term strategy and the broader geopolitical stakes. Retired Turkish Major General Ahmet Yavuz offers a stark assessment: the conflict, he argues, is marked by unclear objectives, risky assumptions, and the potential for prolonged instability. "When we …
(2026-03-18). From Starlink to the state: When platform monopolies become political power. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-18). "God Help Us, If We Send Troops to the Middle East" counterpunch.org 
President Donald J. Trump is ignoring this widely-held sentiment‚Ää—‚Ääincluding among his MAGA supporters‚Ää—‚Ääand has just ordered 2500 troops to the Middle East. In so doing, he is risking the survival of millions of civilians throughout the region, our soldiers, and the planet itself. His appalling ignorance about the region, its diverse and ancient history, and
(2026-03-18). PSX continues recovery, surges over 4,200 points. dawn.com The Pakistan Stock Exchange's (PSX) benchmark index KSE-100 continued its recovery on Wednesday, surging by over 4,200 points during intraday trade. | The The KSE-100 plunged to an intraday low of 150,284.25 points at around 9: 30am, then reached its intraday high of 154,684.45 points at 1: 30pm, before settling at 154,292.25. | Topline Securities noted the bullish momentum reflected "recovery in overall market sentiment". | "The upward movement was lar…
(2026-03-18). Cuba receives solidarity convoy arriving from Europe. radiohc.cu 
A contingent comprising more than one hundred activists — representing over 50 solidarity organizations, political groups, and trade union and labor collectives from 17 countries — arrived this Tuesday evening at Havana's José Martí International Airport, bringing a shipment of approximately five tons of medical supplies and other essential goods. | This gesture of support for the island forms part of the European leg of the "Nuestra América" (Our America) convoy; in the coming days, other groups from various geographic regions are also expected to arrive with…
(2026-03-18). President Ramaphosa answers Parliament on Mkhwanazi allegations. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa answers Parliament on Mkhwanazi allegations | President Cyril Ramaphosa has submitted responses to Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. ⚪ The committee was established last year, following Mkhwanazi's allegations in a press conference about, amongst others, an alleged criminal syndicate that has spread into law enforcement and intelligence services, and allegations that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu colluded with criminal elements to disband the Political Killings Task Team based in…
(2026-03-18). Massive crackdown on money launderers across the country. dawn.com LAHORE: The Ministry of Interior, in collaboration with finance ministry, on Tuesday, announced launching a massive crackdown on money-laundering and hawala/hundi networks across the country. | A joint working group comprising the officials of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) will be formed to regularly review the progress made in this regard. | A meeting held under the joint chairmanship of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday chalked out a framework to lay hand on those involved in illegal money transact…
(2026-03-18). CBSE teachers involved in 10th, 12th paper evaluation warned. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has warned teachers involved in evaluation of classes 10th and 12th papers (Academic Year 2026) from sharing misleading information on social media.
(2026-03-18). Saturday 4/4: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-03-18). 'Trust deficit' delays analysis of artefacts. dawn.com LARKANA: Despite a Trust deficit is cited as the reason, as a couple of officials concerned without mincing words had expressed their apprehension that the object might be stolen or damaged in the process. | The coins — believed to be belonging to the era of Kushan Ruler Vasudeva-I (c. 200-225 AD) — weigh 5.55kgs and were found stuffed in an earthen pot (jar). The object…
(2026-03-18). China's Use of Renminbi and CIPS Challenges US Dollar but Falls Short. fairobserver.com 
Recent analysis by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) highlights an important shift in the global financial architecture. In their article, "How Cross-Border Chinese RMB Flows May Weaken US Sanctions," CFR economists Benn Steil and Yuma Schuster argue that the apparent decline in renminbi (RMB) payments recorded by SWIFT does not necessarily signal a weakening…
(2026-03-18). Airlines cancel more flights as Middle East conflict escalates. tribune.com.pk 
Global air travel remains severely disrupted after the war in Iran forced the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi, stranding tens of thousands of passengers. | Below is the latest on flights, in alphabetical order: | AEGEAN AIRLINES (AGNr.AT) | Greece's largest carrier cancelled flights to Tel Aviv, Beirut and Amman until April 22, and to Erbil and Baghdad until May 24. Flights to Dubai were cancelled until April 19 and to Riyadh until April 18. | AIR BALTIC | Latvia's airBaltic said all flights to Tel Aviv had been cancelled until April 5. All flights to Dubai have been ca…
(2026-03-18). Iranian projectile hits near Australian base in UAE amid widening Middle East crisis. tribune.com.pk 
An Iranian projectile hit near Australia's military headquarters for the Middle East in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday but caused no injuries, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. | It landed at 9: 15 Sydney time (2215 GMT Tuesday) near the Al Minhad base. | "I can confirm that no Australian personnel were injured, and everyone is absolutely safe," Albanese told reporters. | The projectile caused "minor damage" to an accommodation block and a medical facility, the Australian leader said. | Al Minhad Air Base ⚪ just 24 kilometres (15 miles) south of Dubai ⚪ has hosted Australian forces since 2003 and s…
(2026-03-18). Death is stalking Effie's House. indybay.org Falck ambulances are sometimes slow to arrive on the scene, and the Fire Trucks have to wait around until they appear.
(2026-03-18). Chevron and Big Oil spent $34 million to rollback climate policy in California in 2025. indybay.org As usual, Chevron and the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) spent the most money in the fossil fuel industry – 73% of the $34 million. Chevron finished first in the spending with $12.9 million, while WSPA placed second with $12.4 million, coming to a total of $25.3 million.
(2026-03-18). Cuba's leader vows 'unbreakable resistance' if US tries to take over island. scmp.com Cuba's leader on Tuesday said the US would face "unbreakable resistance" if it tries to take over the impoverished island nation, as communist authorities scrambled to fix a nationwide electricity blackout. | Cuba's government has been under increasingly crushing pressure, with Washington enforcing an oil blockade and openly stating it wants to end the nearly seven-decade-old US stand-off with the one-party communist state.
(2026-03-18). Parliament's Unorthodox Weekend Session: Adjusting for Festivities. devdiscourse.com In a rare move, Parliament will convene this weekend to make up for the upcoming holidays marking Ugadi and Eid. According to a notification by the Chair on Wednesday, the Lok Sabha will not meet on Thursday and Friday, with Ugadi festivities on Thursday and the potential Eid celebration on Friday or Saturday, contingent upon moon sighting.
(2026-03-18). Al-Quds Day actions protest war on Iran. workers.org 
Since the Iranian Revolution in 1979, mass rallies in defense of Palestinian resistance and against U.S. imperialism have been held internationally on the last Friday of Ramadan, which the new revolutionary government declared as Al-Quds (Jerusalem) Day. This year people responded in the millions in defense of Palestinian and Iranian . . . |
(2026-03-18). Gold prices remain unchanged in local, global markets. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices in Pakistan remained stable on Wednesday as international prices remained unchanged, and silver saw a minor drop. | On Tuesday, gold prices had seen a modest rise of Rs1,000, reaching Rs523,762 per tola. | According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price per tola remained the same today at Rs523,762, while the price for 10 grams of gold also remained unchanged at Rs449,041. | The international price of gold also held steady, remaining at $5,010 per ounce, with a premium of $20. However, the price of silver saw a decrease. Silver per tola dropped by Rs75, settl…
(2026-03-18). Is your state becoming uninsurable? We have the latest data. grist.org 
In recent years, as the United States has suffered a series of damaging climate disasters, experts have warned that the nation is headed toward a homeowner's insurance crisis. Insurance companies
(2026-03-18). Ecuadorian workers fight back against 10-hour workday. peoplesdispatch.org President Daniel Noboa's right-wing government continues to advance its neoliberal political and economic agenda. In recent weeks, Labor Minister Harold Burbano announced that Ministerial Agreement MDT.2026-059 had been approved, allowing for an increase in the workday through agreements that make labor conditions more flexible in Ecuador. | For several decades, following significant struggles by the Ecuadorian labor movement, the maximum workday was set at 8 hours. However, employers have tirelessly sought to undermine that union victory. Thus, the government of Noboa — who belongs to the country's wealthi…
(2026-03-18). New Polling: As Trump's War Drives Up Energy Prices, Americans Call for Corporate Profiteering Crackdown. commondreams.org As President Trump's escalating war with Iran pushes energy prices higher, Americans are looking for ways to keep electricity bills in check. New
(2026-03-18). Díaz-Canel denounces repeated U.S. threats against Cuba. radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, has denounced the repeated public threats made by the United States against Cuba, which include declared plans to forcibly overthrow the constitutional order. | In his message—reposted on the Facebook profile of the Communist Party of Cuba—the President underscored that Washington is using internal economic difficulties as a pretext; difficulties that it has itself caused and exacerbated over more than six decades of aggression and isolation measures. | "They seek to seize…
(2026-03-18). Who pays the price for Trump's Iran war? workers.org 
March 16 -The people of Iran and West Asia are, obviously, suffering the most from the latest U.S. war. Thousands of them have been killed and injured. There is heavy destruction of infrastructure and hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced, especially in Lebanon. Mississippi for a Just World . . . |
(2026-03-18). China tech giant Tencent logs 16% jump in annual net profit. tribune.com.pk 
Chinese internet giant Tencent on Wednesday reported a 16 percent jump in full-year net profit, with gaming still its main business driver even as the company extends its AI push. | Tencent, the world's largest video game publisher, is competing to offer artificial intelligence tools with its domestic tech rivals including Alibaba, Baidu and ByteDance. | "We sustained healthy growth rates in 2025, as AI capabilities improved our ad targeting and supported more engagement with our games," CEO Ma Huateng said in a statement. "Our highly resilient and cash generative core businesses provide us with the resources…
(2026-03-18). Minab's murdered schoolgirls: The silence that exposes Western moral selectivity. peoplesworld.org 
(2026-03-18). Tuesday 3/17: Stop the War: A Movement Call for Self-Determination and Freedom. indybay.org Online | bit.ly/stopthewar_now…
(2026-03-18). Unable to meet Imran, Aleema denies blocking PTI leaders' access to him. dawn.com ISLAMABAD/Lahore: Rejecting media reports that she is opposing meetings between Imran Khan and party leaders, Aleema Khan on Tuesday questioned how she could stop such meetings when she herself has been unable to meet her brother. | "People across Pakistan are demanding the release of Imran Khan. The whole world is raising the same demand. Just wait and see — people will come out of their homes and secure his release. Moreover, as the global situation changes, I am hopeful he will be released," Ms Khan said while talking to media persons outside Adiala jail. | "We are waiting here to find out whether we wil…
(2026-03-18). The Supreme Court takes up a Guam munitions case with high stakes for CHamoru lands. grist.org The U.S. Supreme Court has
(2026-03-18). India's privatisation drive derails because of weak investor interest in state-run firms: report. dawn.com India is considering shelving three planned privatisation sales amid weak investor appetite, two government sources said, a slump that has already derailed its attempt to sell a stake in IDBI Bank and is a fresh blow to the government's flagship divestment programme. | The privatisation plan, delayed for years, is now facing fresh setbacks that include dwindling interest in state-run firms such as Shipping Corporation of India and HLL Lifecare, besides the collapse of the IDBI Bank stake sale last week after bids fell short of the government's minimum price. | India's finance, shipping and health ministries and t…
(2026-03-18). US piles pressure on Cuba. tribune.com.pk 
Washington piled pressure on Cuba's communist authorities Tuesday to allow free market reforms as the impoverished island scrambled to recover from a nationwide electricity blackout. | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Cuba's decision announced this week to let exiles invest and own businesses did not go far enough. | "What they announced yesterday is not dramatic enough. It's not going to fix it. So they've got some big decisions to make," Rubio, a Cuban-American and vociferous critic of the island's ruling party, told reporters at the White House. | President Donald Trump, who just Monday had said he wo…
(2026-03-18). America 250, 2026 National Ag Day – Nancy and Peter Gouch – California Agricultural Legacy. indybay.org The Gooch-Monroe Agriculture Legacy included 10 town lots on both sides of Main Street, in the Gold Rush Town of Coloma. Running from above the schoolhouse to beyond the original site of Sutter's Mill they also owned several houses, and the 320-acre Four Corner Ranch, today part of Marshal Gold Discovery California State Parks…
(2026-03-18). FO rejects India's 'unwarranted' statement on action against terrorist infrastructure in Afghanistan. dawn.com The Foreign Office (FO) on Wednesday rejected the "baseless, misleading, and unwarranted statement" issued by India's Ministry of External Affairs on action against terrorist infrastructure in Afghanistan. | The development comes after targeted
(2026-03-18). British Muslims warned against fake Haj booking platform. dawn.com LONDON: UK police have warned Muslims to remain vigilant against fraudulent websites impersonating the official Haj booking platform following a rise in pilgrimage-related scams, the news platform Hyphen said in an investigation. | Data obtained through a freedom of information request shows aspiring pilgrims reported losses of £195,752 in 2025, a 30 per cent increase from £150,000 in 2024. The City of London Police recorded 34 Haj-related fraud reports last year, with the highest individual loss amounting to £64,000. | The actual financial damage is believed to be far higher. The Council of Bri…
(2026-03-18). Militarization of the Arctic: A new arena for U.S. imperial ambition in Cold War Two. mronline.org 
Militarization is increasing, transforming the Arctic from a once largely peaceful "exceptional" region into an additional front in Cold War Two, and a new arena for U.S. imperial ambition.
(2026-03-18). Counting the horrific waste of the U.S. war machine. liberationnews.org 
This is waste at an unimaginable scale, burning human lives and money away at a rate of millions of dollars per second.
(2026-03-18). Dairy Dilemma: UK's Milk Crisis Deepens Amid Price Plunge. devdiscourse.com The British dairy industry is in crisis as milk prices nosedive, resulting in significant financial hardship for farmers such as Kelly and Ed Seaton. Faced with production costs exceeding revenues, the Seatons, who rear 200 Holstein cows in northwest England, are among many who expect to incur losses this year.
(2026-03-18). Iran: U.S. imperialism's first AI war. peoplesworld.org 
War is increasingly being fought less by humans and more by algorithms. In Iran, we see how artificial intelligence is driving the pace of destruction to an unprecedented speed, bringing with it a host of profound moral problems. New wars are rarely purely military; they also serve as testing zones for technology. The current conflict in …
(2026-03-18). (FROM THE VAULT) That Time Pro-Public Defender Graffiti Ran For A Year And A Half!!! indybay.org On Martin Luther King Day 2023, "Public Defenders Rock" was written on a pole IFO the Hall Of Justice. It almost made it to 4th of July 2024…
(2026-03-18). Wednesday 3/18: Kaiser NUHW Mental Health Therapists To Strike. indybay.org Northern California and the Central Valley will include picket lines Outside Kaiser hospitals in Oakland, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, Fresno and Santa Clara…
(2026-03-18). WRONG, Chicago Tribune, Climate Change Isn't Making Hailstorms Worse. wattsupwiththat.com The Chicago Tribune failed in its journalistic duty of producing a story grounded in facts. Instead of merely reporting on the danger and human interest aspects of the recent severe storms, they attempted to fearmonger people into believing extreme weather is getting worse due to climate change. It's not, as historical observational weather data show that there is no sustained trend of worsening storms. The computer model projections the Chicago Tribune cited as showing climate change-worsened weather are not much better than the simulations produced by fantasy computer games.
(2026-03-18). Artemis II Moon Rocket cleared for April 2026 launch. ummid.com The Amercian space agency, NASA, has cleared Artemis II Moon Rocket for a launch in April 2026 with four astronauts onboard.
(2026-03-18). Oil Shock Waves: Fed's Dilemma Amidst Global Tensions. devdiscourse.com Markets are jittery as the Iran conflict escalates, driving oil prices into triple digits and complicating the Federal Reserve's decision-making. The spike in oil prices raises U.S. inflation risks, altering expectations for potential interest rate cuts this year.
(2026-03-18). Maharashtra colleges violating girls fee waiver scheme to face action. ummid.com In a stern warning to the colleges in Maharashtra denying admission to girl students under the state's fee waiver scheme, the government said affiliation of such institutes could be cancelled.
(2026-03-18). Lancet: 0.5C Global Warming by 2050 will Turn Us All into Unhealthy Couch Potatoes. wattsupwiththat.com The study authors have apparently never heard of swimming.
(2026-03-18). Hlabisa reaffirms DDM as key to coordinated service delivery. sanews.gov.za Hlabisa reaffirms DDM as key to coordinated service delivery | Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has reaffirmed the District Development Model (DDM) as a central pillar of South Africa's development strategy. | "The DDM acts as the primary operational framework to bridge the gap between planning and service delivery across all 44 districts and eight metropolitan areas," Hlabisa said in a statement on Tuesday. | He stressed that the model's core purpose is intergovernmental alignment and does not replace municipal authority. | Under the framework developed by the D…
(2026-03-18). Pressure Is Mounting as KCCA Tax Demands Crush Small Landlords. plusnews.ug 
Shock, anger and fear are spreading across Kampala after small landlords were hit with massive property tax demands, some running into millions of shillings, with little warning and tight deadlines. A demand notice seen by this publication from Kampala Capital City Authority orders Kulambiro resident Bakasumba Moses (not real names) to pay UGX 7,327,667 in …
(2026-03-18). Drone attack targets US embassy in Baghdad, explosion heard. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-18). India's five key states to elect new assemblies in April 2026. ummid.com The Election Commission of India (ECI) Sunday March 15, 2026 announced the election schedule of India's five key states namely — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
(2026-03-18). How Australia exploited the Iranian women's football team. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-18). Examining Christian and Jewish Extremism. ummid.com Amid the onging wars, it has become important to interrogate extremist interpretations of Christianity and Judaism, particularly as they are used to justify war, territorial expansion and military policies that target civilians.
(2026-03-18). Saturday 3/21: Canvass For Claudia Jimenez For Richmond Mayor! indybay.org 12929 San Pablo Ave, Richmond, CA…
(2026-03-18). Real Madrid Completes the Task and Advances to the Champions League Quarterfinals. radiohc.cu Havana, March 17 (RHC) — Real Madrid completed the task against Manchester City today in the second leg of the round of 16 of the European football Champions League, with a 2-1 victory and a brace from Vinicius. | After a solid 3-0 advantage in the first leg, the Spanish club did their job thanks to the Brazilian's inspired goalscoring prowess, finding the net in the 22nd minute from the penalty spot and again in stoppage time (90+3). | Pep Guardiola's men never let up and went in search of a comeback; however, a red card for Portuguese player Bernardo Silva (20th minute) thwarted their plans. | Norwegian Er…
(2026-03-18). Slot vows to win back support of frustrated Liverpool fans. tribune.com.pk 
Arne Slot insists he can win back the support of Liverpool's frustrated fans after admitting he "must have done a lot of things wrong". | Slot has come under fire throughout Liverpool's dismal Premier League title defence and the Reds boss will face increased scrutiny if his side crash out of the Champions League against Galatasaray on Wednesday. | Liverpool were booed off after conceding a 90th-minute equaliser to struggling Tottenham on Sunday, leaving Slot to answer questions about his Anfield future when he faced reporters on Tuesday. | While the mood on social media has been anti-Slot for several months,…
(2026-03-18). Nonviolent Peaceforce – An Interview with Anna Zaros. indybay.org Interview with Anna Zaros, Director for Advancement for Nonviolent Peaceforce.
(2026-03-18). Friday 4/24: Ocean Photographer of the Year Exhibit — Alameda Exhibition. indybay.org Hangar 41, 650 West Tower Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501…
(2026-03-18). Central Banks Grapple with the Oil Shock's Inflation Impact. devdiscourse.com Central banks globally are on alert as they evaluate how the current oil shock is influencing inflation expectations. The financial markets present a divided outlook, reflecting a short-term escalation in the cost of living that might ease over time. The immediate question is whether this inflationary surge necessitates interest rate hikes.
(2026-03-18). Regulatory capture: How lobbyists and banks shape Australia's rules. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-18). EC Reshuffles Top Police Officers Ahead of West Bengal Elections. devdiscourse.com The Election Commission announced the transfer and posting of five IPS officers as deputy inspectors general (DIGs) in West Bengal on Wednesday. This decision is part of the commission's measures to enhance poll preparedness for the upcoming assembly elections.
(2026-03-18). Information ministry rubbishes Afghan Taliban's claims of hospital being hit in Kabul. dawn.com Pakistan on Tuesday dismissed claims made by the Afghan Taliban that its armed forces allegedly struck a hospital in Kabul, stating that the target was "Camp Phoenix", which is several kilometres away from the hospital. | The development comes amid the ongoing Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, which was
(2026-03-18). PM Shehbaz, Kuwaiti crown prince discuss regional developments in phone call. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled on Wednesday, during which the two leaders exchanged Eidul Fitr greetings, discussed regional developments and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. | According to a statment from PM's Office, during the call, the two leaders exchanged greetings on the occasion of Eidul Fitr, conveying their wishes for "peace, prosperity and well-being" for the people of both countries and the wider Muslim Ummah. | The statement said the prime minister also conveyed his "good wishes and respect" f…
(2026-03-18). Canada's richest 1% nearly as wealthy as poorest 80%. mronline.org 
Three recent reports provide the gory details about massive and growing wealth inequality in Canada.
(2026-03-18). India's obsession with Civil Services is killing innovation. ummid.com In the long run, a nation that values its innovators as much as its administrators will stand a far better chance of building the technological future it hopes to lead.
(2026-03-18). Reason behind Babar's exclusion from Bangladesh ODIs revealed. tribune.com.pk 
Was Babar Azam unfit or dropped? The mystery has been solved. The senior batter was not included in the national squad for the Bangladesh tour due to being out of form. | Later, when he refused to play in the National T20 Cup citing pain in his leg, PCB doctor Javed Mughal examined his injury, which turned out to be serious, and treatment was started. | According to details, the selection committee had not included Babar Azam in the squad for the Bangladesh tour due to his poor performance in the World Cup. Later, coach Mike Hesson said that Babar was not dropped, but rested to give opportunities to young play…
(2026-03-18). How BJP Became The Congress It Promised To Bury. ummid.com bjp, bhartiya janata party, bjp vs congress, bjp politics…
(2026-03-18). Morales Ojeda: Defending Cuba Today Means Defending the Resistance of the Global South. radiohc.cu Roberto Morales Ojeda, a member of the Political Bureau and Secretary of Organization of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, reaffirmed via his Facebook profile that "the defense of Cuba is a vital matter." | The leader recalled a quote by the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, delivered in 1990 before a group of Brazilian intellectuals, in which he warned that the fall of the "Cuban trench" would not be an isolated event, but rather a continental tragedy. | Morales Ojeda underscored that, according to Fidel, the defense of Cuba is inseparable from the…
(2026-03-18). Discos seek higher fuel cost adjustment for February. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: After charging Rs1.63 per unit as positive fuel cost adjustment (FCA) this month, power companies have sought another Rs1.64 per unit for April bills as demand increased. | The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) demanded the higher fuel cost on account of power consumed in February, even though more than 75 per cent of power generation came from domestic and cheaper sources. | Electricity consumption was reported to be around 11.42pc higher than the same month of last year but about 15pc lower than January 2026. | Once approved, the power companies would charge an additional amount of about Rs12.2b…
(2026-03-18). Federal judge restores Trump-destroyed contracts for 300K VA workers. peoplesworld.org 
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—In yet another win for the Government Employees (AFGE) in a lawsuit against G President Donald Trump, a Rhode Island federal judge restored the union's national contract covering some 300,000 workers at the Department of Veterans Affairs. U.S. District Judge Melissa DuBose ruled on March 13 that "the termination of the Master CBA on …
(2026-03-18). CM Bugti says major attack prevented with arrest of 'would-be' female suicide bomber in Khuzdar. dawn.com Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti on Wednesday said security forces arrested a "would-be" female suicide bomber in Khuzdar, with the help of "human intelligence". | Addressing a press conference in Quetta, alongside the alleged "would-be" suicide bomber, the chief minister said that terrorist groups in Balochistan were "exploiting" Baloch women. | CM Bugti maintained that the operation to arrest the young woman — identified as Laiba — was carried out with the help of "human intelligence", thanking the people for it. | He added that with her arrest, major destruction had been averted. | The chi…
(2026-03-18). Chicken Litter Biomass Plants May Shut When Subsidies End. wattsupwiththat.com Melton made £80 million from ROC subsidies, in addition to another £12 million from Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin and top ups from OGFEM from ROC recycling. | Total turnover was £169 million, so more than half of revenue comes from subsidies.
(2026-03-18). @wibopm New Banner Productions (March 2026). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-03-18). Saturday 4/25: SIX is for 6enocide – Powerful Poetry by Daniel Reyes. indybay.org Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Soquel Wharf Rd, Capitola…
(2026-03-18). Imran's sons don't need visas to visit Pakistan: Tarar. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Wednesday that the sons of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan do not require visas to visit Pakistan to meet their father, who is currently in prison. | His statement came in response to an appeal from Imran's ex-wife, Jemima Goldsmith, to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, urging the government to allow Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Khan to visit their father in jail. | "His children are welcome to visit Pakistan on their NICOP cards as Pakistani citizens, for which no visa is required. However, they will fully comply with the laws of Pakistan during their sta…
(2026-03-18). Big Oil has moved on from 'greenwashing.' Here's the new playbook. grist.org 
Remember when the fossil fuel industry couldn't stop talking about climate change? In 2020, when oil prices plunged in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Big Oil promoted efforts to cut carbon emissions and trumpeted various energy "innovations": transforming algae into fuel (Exxon Mobil), capturing carbon (Chevron), and producing green hydrogen (BP). Critics deemed it "greenwashing" — highlighting small sustainable investments to distract people from the pollution at the core of their business. | It didn't take long for oil companies to move on from those old talking points. When Russia invaded Ukraine…
(2026-03-18). Thursday 3/19: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again. indybay.org 495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-03-18). Anti-ICE protesters convicted on terrorism charges for wearing all black. mronline.org 
The government won on most of its charges, including convicting defendants for moving a box of radical zines.
(2026-03-18). Pakistan announces 'temporary pause' in Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against Afghan Taliban. dawn.com Information Minister Ataullah Tarar on Wednesday announced that Pakistan has decided on a "temporary pause" in the ongoing Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against the Afghan Taliban in view of Eidul Fitr and at the "request of brotherly Islamic countries". | The information minister made the announcement in a post on the social media platform X. | Operation Ghazab lil-Haq was
(2026-03-18). Severe thunderstorm warning issued for five provinces. sanews.gov.za Severe thunderstorm warning issued for five provinces | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms in the Northern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga on Wednesday. | "A surface trough, supported by a slow-moving upper trough, will result in severe thunderstorms in the Karoo Hoogland District (Northern Cape), leading to localised flooding of susceptible roads, low-lying areas and bridges, large amounts of small hail and localised damage to infrastructure," the weather service said. | Slow moving storms may cause heavy downpours and strong winds. | Sever…
(2026-03-18). Dar arrives in Riyadh for meeting of Arab, Muslim FMs amid Middle East crisis. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday to attend a meeting of foreign ministers from regional Arab and Islamic countries as Pakistan continues diplomatic efforts to tone down the conflict in the Middle East. | FM Dar was received upon arrival by Pakistan's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmed Farooq, along with representatives of the Saudi Foreign Ministry. | Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, arrived in Riyadh to participate in the Consultative Ministerial Meeting of Foreign Ministers from Arab and Islamic countries, hoste…
(2026-03-18). India arrests 7 foreigners. tribune.com.pk 
Indian investigators have arrested seven foreigners, including six Ukrainians and an American, on suspicion of illegally crossing into neighbouring Myanmar to train armed militia groups, the public radio broadcaster reported on Tuesday. | Myanmar descended into civil war after a junta seized power in a 2021 coup, with pro-democracy guerrillas and ethnic-minority armed groups fighting for control of large parts of the country. | India has long been suspicious of certain Myanmar factions that have the same ethnicity as populations on the Indian side of the border, fearing a spillover of violence and unrest. | On…
(2026-03-18). Trump Can't Blockade Love: Why I'm Going to Cuba. scheerpost.com By Leonardo Flores I'm traveling to Cuba for the first time on March 21 to be in Havana with the Nuestra América Convoy, in which people from dozens of countries representing a variety of organizations will break the blockade, bringing much-needed supplies to the island. CODEPINK is bringing 6,300 pounds of medical equipment and medicine …
(2026-03-18). Samsung Elec, AMD sign MoU on AI memory, explore foundry partnership. tribune.com.pk 
Samsung Electronics, and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), signed a memorandum of understanding to expand their strategic partnership on memory chip supplies for artificial intelligence infrastructure, the companies said on Wednesday. | The agreement will focus on supplying Samsung's next-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM4) for AMD's upcoming Instinct MI455X AI accelerators, as well as optimised DDR5 memory for AMD's sixth-generation EPYC processors, they said in a statement. | The companies will also discuss opportunities for a foundry partn…
(2026-03-18). Probe into PRASA contract irregularities continues. sanews.gov.za Probe into PRASA contract irregularities continues | The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has provided an update on an independent forensic investigation into irregularities in seven contracts awarded for the refurbishment and extension of the service life of the agency's legacy rolling stock fleet. | The investigation by Webber Wentzel Attorneys was commissioned to probe the General Overhaul (GO) Programme contracts signed in 2022. | The programme was launched as a strategic bridging solution to maintain commuter rail services during the transition from the legacy yellow fleet of trains to the new G…
(2026-03-18). Saturday 3/21: Mass Online Rally: Stand with Iran against U.S. Imperialist and Zionist assault. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/iran-3-21…
(2026-03-18). Sabalenka unsure of Dubai tournament return. tribune.com.pk 
World number one Aryna Sabalenka said she is unsure about her return to the Dubai Championships after its tournament director criticised her withdrawal this year, labelling the demand for tougher penalties on late pullouts a "ridiculous" idea. | Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek were among several players ruled out due to injury, illness or scheduling changes, leaving lucky losers to fill the depleted main draw in Dubai and taking gloss off the WTA 1000 event only below the Grand Slams in stature. | Sabalenka cited a minor hip injury when she pulled out of the tournament last month, before t…
(2026-03-18). New Evidence Links Argentina's President to $Libra Fraud. orinocotribune.com This Monday, March 16, Argentina's justice revealed significant new evidence in the ongoing investigation into the $Libra cryptocurrency scandal, which directly involves President Javier Milei. | The newly introduced evidence points to an alleged $5 million agreement tied to the digital asset's launch, implicating not only the President but also his sister, Karina Milei, who serves as the Secretary-General of the Presidency, and a lobbyist identified as Novelli. | This development intensifies investigations into the cryptocurrency's collapse, which caused millions in losses after Milei's social media endorsement.
(2026-03-18). 'Our intelligence was correct': DG ISPR says Pakistan hit ammunition storage site in Kabul strike. dawn.com Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Wednesday stated that the He made the remarks while speaking on Geo News programme 'Capital Talk'. | The military's spokesperson stated that the public needed to understand the context behind Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, which was launched against the Afghan Taliban last month, specifically that it was not a "standalone" military campa…
(2026-03-18). US judge orders Trump admin to bring VOA employees back to work. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-18). When New Guards Readied to Lead Nepal. ummid.com When most of the veterans and their parties failed to impress the electorates of Nepal in the recently conducted single day polling on 5 March 2026, a relatively new party and young leaders earned mandates in the Himalayan republic.
(2026-03-18). Illinois Results: Daniel Biss Beats Kat Abughazaleh in Blow to Left and AIPAC Alike. theintercept.com 
Pro-Israel, AI, and crypto groups saw mixed results across Illinois as outside interests sought to snatch up open seats that favor Democrats.
(2026-03-18). Reviving China—Australia Relations Through Pragmatism, Not Paranoia. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer In a world in which geopolitics between states too-often play out in the headlines rather than in hard reality, the China-Australia relationship has become a case study in how frenzied reporting on national security can drown out sensible diplomacy. There exists a healthy and business-minded partnership between the two, but of …
(2026-03-18). Postbank obtains FSP license. sanews.gov.za Postbank obtains FSP license | The Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mondli Gungubele, has welcomed with delight the successful registration of Postbank as a licensed Financial Services Provider (FSP) with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority. | This means that Postbank is now authorised and regulated to provide financial services that meet the standards set by the regulator, under the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS Act). | To obtain and maintain an FSP license, institutions must meet stringent regulatory requirements covering governance, compliance, risk manage…
(2026-03-18). Conscription and the Politics of Shared Sacrifice. scheerpost.com In a recent article published by investigative journalist Dave Lindorff on his substack ThisCantBeHappening! offers a forceful argument that the political detachment many Americans display toward war is rooted in the structure of modern military service itself. Writing against the backdrop of current debate over expanding U.S. military confrontation in the Middle East, Lindorff contends …
(2026-03-18). Thomas Mann's warning for an age of war and censorship. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-18). ADB to provide $10bn in financing to Pakistan under new 5-year strategy. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is expected to extend about $10 billion in financing to Pakistan over the next five years under its 2026-30 Country Partnership Strategy (CPS2026-30) launched on Wednesday. | The CPS sets out "a roadmap to support the country's transition to sustainable and inclusive growth through private sector-led development", the Manila-based lending agency said. | "The five-year strategy will focus on three pathways: enabling private sector development, advancing inclusion and empowerment, and enhancing resilience and sustainability", it said, adding these priorities will be reinf…
(2026-03-18). PSX rally roars on as KSE-100 surges nearly 4,300 points. tribune.com.pk 
Investor sentiment remained firmly upbeat at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday as sustained buying momentum powered the benchmark KSE-100 index higher in a broad-based rally. | During the session, the index climbed to an intraday high of 154,684.45 and touched a low of 150,284.26. By around 1pm, gains stood at approximately 2.49%, reflecting steady investor confidence throughout the day. | By the close, the benchmark index surged 4,276.09 points, or 2.85%, to settle at 154,292.26, marking a continuation of the ongoing bullish trend. | Also Read: PSX rebounds on blue-chip buying | Market activity r…
(2026-03-18). Coal Needs Boots on the Ground. wattsupwiththat.com Over the last two decades, the coal industry has ceded much of the battlefield to its opponents and even now seems somewhat complacent about its future. The Trump Administration will be gone three in years. And even while Trump is in office, state regulators and utilities are proceeding to close coal power plants throughout the country — Colorado, Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, Washington, on and on. Decisions on these remaining plants will be made over the next several years. Such decisions will not be made at the national level, but rather in communities, states and regions. If they want…
(2026-03-18). On the Brink No constitutional crisis in America. mediasanctuary.org Skidmore Colleges political science professor Beau Breslin is an authority on the Constitution and Supreme Court who has written and spoken nationally and locally on those topics. And he tells Beyond the Brink podcast host Rosemary Armao that the US in not in a constitutional crisis. Despite reports to the contrary, despite partisan claims, and even in the midst of. some concerning signs of encroaching authoritarianism, the professor say, US institutions are working as they are supposed to and the guard rails are holding. For now at least.
(2026-03-18). Gen Z Triumphs in Nepal, Falters in Bangladesh. ummid.com During the last six months, there have been two political movements and subsequent elections in India's immediate neighbourhood – Bangladesh and Nepal, which might have an impact on India's regional aspirations and impact.
(2026-03-18). How Masjid Haram in Makkah and Masjid Nabawi are perfumed in Ramadan. ummid.com The Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque in Madinah receive extensive care in all aspects of their operations and services, including perfuming their premises with oud, incense, and fine fragrances to create a spiritual atmosphere for worshippers and Umrah performers.
(2026-03-18). Japan court calls women's sterilisation law 'irrational'. tribune.com.pk 
A Japanese court said Tuesday that a law hugely restricting women's access to sterilisation "lacks rationality", a ruling hailed by plaintiffs as a "step forward". | The Tokyo District Court, however, stopped short of finding the decades-old "maternity protection" law — one of the world's most restrictive barriers to sterilisation — to be outright unconstitutional or illegal. | It dismissed the five women's claim that it is denying them their rights to bodily autonomy. | The landmark lawsuit saw the women unite over innate discomfort with their reproductive abilities, and aversion to what they desc…
(2026-03-18). X back up after brief outage, Downdetector shows. dawn.com Elon Musk's social media platform X was back up after a brief outage for thousands of users on Wednesday, according to Downdetector.com. | At its peak, there were more than 34,500 reports of issues with X in the US, according to Downdetector, before coming down to 845 reports as of 11: 39am ET. | The website also showed that 158 users in Pakistan reported issues with the social media platform at 8: 21pm. Indian media also reported that the outage affected users in the country. ; ⚪ Downdetector tracks outages by collating status reports from a…
(2026-03-18). From Vietnam to Geneva, activist Hue Nhu fights for freedom and human dignity. globalvoices.org She faced harassment even after her release from prisonGlobal Voices Hue Nhu at the Geneva Summit on Human Rights and Democracy. Vietnamese anti-corruption activist and former political prisoner Dang Thi Hue, nicknamed Hue Nhu,
(2026-03-18). Violence Erupts in Bihar: Mob Attack Leads to Tragedy. devdiscourse.com A villager was fatally shot and four police officers were injured when violence erupted in the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar on Tuesday evening.
(2026-03-18). Arteta hails 'magical' Eze. tribune.com.pk 
Mikel Arteta saluted Eberechi Eze's moment of magic as the Arsenal star's thunderbolt inspired a 2-0 win against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League last-16 second leg on Tuesday. | Arteta's side pounded Leverkusen right from the start at the Emirates Stadium and Eze ensured their dominance was rewarded with a blistering strike from the edge of the area late in the first half. | Declan Rice's clinical finish after the interval sealed Arsenal's 3-1 aggregate victory, setting up a quarter-final clash with Sporting Lisbon. | Eze's first Champions League goal extended his recent revival after a disappointing…
(2026-03-18). TikTokers' bail in gambling apps case extended. dawn.com LAHORE: A sessions court on Tuesday extended the interim pre-arrest bail of TikTokers Additional District and Sessions Judge Mansoor Ahmad Qureshi heard the bail petitions of the TikTokers, who appeared before the court on the expiry of their bail period. | The judge summoned the complete investigation record of the case from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Age…
(2026-03-18). Info minister says Imran's sons 'welcome to visit Pakistan' using Nicop following Jemima's appeal to PM. dawn.com Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Wednesday that the children of incarcerated former premier Imran Khan were "welcome" to visit Pakistan on their National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (Nicop). | He made the remarks on X, in response to a post by Imran's former spouse, Jemima Goldsmith, who had appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the delay in issuing visas to his sons, Kasim and Sulaiman. | "Imran Khan's phone call will be arranged on Eid day with his children as done in the past as well," the information minister said. | "His children are welcome to visit Pakistan on their Nico…
(2026-03-18). Macau woman hospitalised after being startled by humanoid robot. dawn.com A woman on an evening walk in Macau was briefly hospitalised after a humanoid robot startled her and left her feeling unwell, police told AFP on Wednesday. | Police said they had received a call for assistance for the woman, who "was startled when she suddenly noticed a robot behind her while using her mobile phone". | Video widely shared online showed a woman angrily confronting a robot as it waved its metallic arms at her, while a crowd of curious onlookers gathered around. | "With so many other things to do, why bother me? Are you crazy?" the woman yelled at the unperturbed bot in Cantonese, as she gestured…
(2026-03-18). Pakistan sticks to its guns on Kabul air strike. dawn.com • Islamabad maintains ex-Nato base targeted, presence of ammo dump confirmed by footage, secondary explosions
| • Afghan officials claim large numbers of casualties at 'rehab centre'
| • Taliban spox confuses 'Omid Camp' with Omid Hospital
| • Beijing seeks to ensure safety of personnel, interests in region
| • UN calls for probe; EU urges restraint | ISLAMABAD: Following "targeted" overnight airstrikes in Kabul and Nangarhar, Pakistan on Tuesday maintained that it had targeted 'Camp Phoenix' —…
(2026-03-18). Redefining Power Electronics: ThermaFlat‚Ñ¢ SiC MOSFETs Set New Standard. devdiscourse.com Para Light Electronics Co., Ltd., a leader in semiconductor packaging, has unveiled their latest innovation with the ThermaFlat‚Ñ¢ series of SiC MOSFETs. Addressing longstanding thermal management challenges, this series maintains stable on-resistance across a broad temperature range from -25 ∞C to +125 ∞C, significantly reducing the risk of thermal runaway.
(2026-03-18). How to Build a Portfolio Using Different Types of Mutual Funds. ummid.com Most people approach building a mutual fund portfolio like they are trying to solve a Sudoku puzzle, but building a portfolio is much more like packing a suitcase for a long trip to multiple climates.
(2026-03-18). Saudi Arabia, UAE to celebrate Eid ul Fitr on Friday. geo.tv 
(2026-03-18). Médicos cubanos han salvado a más de 700 mil pacientes en México. cubadebate.cu La labor en México de la Brigada Médica Cubana ha permitido salvar la vida de más de 700 mil pacientes en todo el país, sobre todo de zonas de mayor vulnerabilidad, de acuerdo con fuentes con conocimiento del convenio firmado por los gobiernos de ambas naciones.
(2026-03-18). EE.UU.: Renuncia director del Centro Nacional Antiterrorista. radiohc.cu Joe Kent, director del Centro Nacional de Contraterrorismo (NCTC) de Estados Unidos, renunció a su cargo, este martes, lo que representa la primera dimisión de un alto funcionario de la administración Trump, motivada por la guerra contra Irán. | En un mensaje publicado en redes sociales, Kent sostuvo: Mi conciencia no me permite apoyar la guerra que se está librando en Irán. Irán no representaba una amenaza inminente para nuestra nación". | La renuncia llega en un momento de creciente tensión dentro de la coalición política de Trump. | Ex candidato político con vínculos en sectores de la derecha estadounidense y a…
(2026-03-18). Sincronizada Unidad No. 4 de Termoeléctrica cienfueguera que estaba en reparación. radiohc.cu La Unidad No. 4 de la Central Termoeléctrica Carlos Manuel de Céspedes, enclavada en la zona Industrial de Obourke en la ciudad cubana Cienfuegos quedó sincronizada al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional con 120 MW, de una capacidad instalada de 158 MW. | Este bloque No. 4 se encontraba sometido a una reparación ampliada a la caldera y la turbina desde hacía poco más de un año de trabajo, pese a las limitaciones de recursos ocasionados por el bloqueo del gobierno de los Estados Unidos. | Asimismo, la Unidad No. 3, ambas de tecnología japonesa, fue sincronizada con sus 158 MW después de la reciente caída del Sistem…
(2026-03-18). Díaz-Canel: Cualquier agresor externo chocará con una resistencia inexpugnable. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel denunció este martes que Estados Unidos amenaza públicamente a nuestro país, casi a diario, con derrocar por la fuerza el orden constitucional. | "Usa un indignante pretexto: las duras limitaciones de la debilitada economía que ellos han agredido y pretendido aislar hace más de seis décadas", señaló el jefe de Estado en su cuenta en la red social X.Pretenden y anuncian planes para adueñarse del país, de sus recursos, de las propiedades y hasta de la misma economía que buscan asfixiar para rendirno…
(2026-03-18). Milei viaja y sectores vitales sufren en Argentina drásticos recortes. radiohc.cu El presidente argentino, Javier Milei, se dedicó a viajar los últimos días. Estados Unidos, Chile y finalmente España para participar en un foro de la ultraderecha. Mientras en su país esferas esenciales, como la educación, deben lidiar con fuertes recortes que ponen en riesgo el futuro de niños y jóvenes. | El gobierno de Milei ha llevado la inversión en la enseñanza a su nivel más bajo en décadas, además de que se ha registrado una marcada reducción en la ejecución de los fondos en esta vital rama. | El presupuesto para el 2026, aprobado por el Congreso, contempla que el Estado solo designe 0, 75% del Producto…
(2026-03-18). Cuba ya tiene todas sus provincias interconectadas al SEN. radiohc.cu La Unión Nacional Eléctrica (UNE) informó que ya todos los territorios de Cuba quedaron este martes interconectados entre sí con el enlace de la oriental provincia de Granma. | La UNE puntualizó en la red social de Facebook que continúan las unidades de generación térmica preparando condiciones para sincronizar al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN). | Por su parte, la Empresa Eléctrica de La Habana comunicó que el SEN quedó restablecido y con él los servicios fundamentales a la población. | Añadió que se encuentran en rotación bloques y circuitos, además de las afectaciones por déficit. | También se informó…
(2026-03-18). Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez: "Cualquier agresor externo chocará con una resistencia inexpugnable" cubadebate.cu Estados Unidos amenaza públicamente a Cuba, casi a diario, con derrocar por la fuerza el orden constitucional. Y usa un indignante pretexto: las duras limitaciones de la debilitada economía que ellos han agredido y pretendido aislar hace más de seis décadas. Ante el peor escenario, a Cuba la acompaña una certeza: cualquier agresor externo chocará con una resistencia inexpugnable. Cuba está firme.
(2026-03-18). Ciudad cubana de Matanzas acoge Festival Internacional de Títeres. radiohc.cu La 16 edición del Festitaller Internacional de Títeres (Festitim) comenzó este martes en la occidental provincia cubana de Matanzas con la presencia de invitados de México y España. | Dedicada al aniversario 70 del títere nacional de Cuba, Pelusín del Monte, la cita quedó inaugurada con la exposición 'Una isla llamada Armando', en homenaje a la obra del premio nacional de teatro Armando Morales. | El organizador del Festitaller, Rubén Darío Salazar comentó que nunca estuvo contemplada su suspensión a pesar de la situación compleja del país como consecuencia del recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense. | El tam…
(2026-03-18). Sincronizada Unidad No. 4 de Termoeléctrica cienfueguera que estaba en reparación. radiohc.cu La Unidad No. 4 de la Central Termoeléctrica Carlos Manuel de Céspedes, enclavada en la zona Industrial de Obourke en la ciudad cubana Cienfuegos quedó sincronizada al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional con 120 MW, de una capacidad instalada de 158 MW. | Este bloque No. 4 se encontraba sometido a una reparación ampliada a la caldera y la turbina desde hacía poco más de un año de trabajo, pese a las limitaciones de recursos ocasionados por el bloqueo del gobierno de los Estados Unidos. | Asimismo, la Unidad No. 3, ambas de tecnología japonesa, fue sincronizada con sus 158 MW después de la reciente caída del Sistem…
(2026-03-18). Otorgan categoría de Profesor Emérito de la Universidad Central a destacada pedagoga villaclareña. radiohc.cu 
Por sus méritos y entrega sin límites a la formación de las nuevas generaciones, la Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas otorgó la categoría docente especial de Profesor Emérito de la Facultad de Humanidades a la Doctora en Ciencias Mayra Rodríguez Ruíz, quien por más de 40 años, desde 1978, atesora una rica trayectoria en la casa de altos estudios villaclareña. | Confianza, respeto, y pasión son virtudes de esta pedagoga, jubilada y reincorporada, que entre otras responsabilidades, ha sido Jefa de departamentos, Vicedecana docente de la Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, Decana de la Facultad de Humanidad…
(2026-03-18). Cinco cetros para Cuba en clasificatorio boxístico. cubadebate.cu La conquista de cinco fajas selló el desempeño de Cuba en el clasificatorio para el torneo de boxeo de los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. Dueña de los 13 cupos intentados en la ciudad mexicana de Guadalajara, la formación de la Isla alzó todas sus coronas en el sector masculino y dejó buenas señales entre las damas.
(2026-03-18). Puerto Rico se suma al envío de medicamentos especializados para Cuba. radiohc.cu Organizaciones y activistas vinculados a diversos sectores de Puerto Rico se unieron este martes al clamor mundial de apoyo humanitario al pueblo de Cuba ante el recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos. | Bajo el lema "Cuba: Solidaridad global contra el asedio, no más bloqueo", llegaron a la nación antillana importantes donativos de diversas partes del mundo, iniciativa que el 21 de marzo tendrá uno de sus momentos cumbres cuando se espera el arribo de decenas de embarcaciones humanitarias de todas las regiones. | La reverenda Eunice Santana y el activista Carlos Vega informaron en rueda de prensa…
(2026-03-18). Cantonment board staff not civil servants, Supreme Court rules. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Tues ≠ ≠day declared that employees of cantonment boards are not civil servants and, therefore, cannot invoke the jurisdiction of the Federal Service Tribunal (FST) against disciplinary actions. | A two-judge SC bench, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi and including Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, issued the ruling while deciding a civil petition filed by the executive officer of the Sialkot Cantonment Board against the Nov 20, 2023 judgement by the FST Islamabad. The court set aside the tribunal's judgement, which had ordered a de novo inquiry (fresh invest…
(2026-03-18). Otorgan categoría de Profesor Emérito de la Universidad Central a destacada pedagoga villaclareña. radiohc.cu Por sus méritos y entrega sin límites a la formación de las nuevas generaciones, la Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas otorgó la categoría docente especial de Profesor Emérito de la Facultad de Humanidades a la Doctora en Ciencias Mayra Rodríguez Ruíz, quien por más de 40 años, desde 1978, atesora una rica trayectoria en la casa de altos estudios villaclareña. | Confianza, respeto, y pasión son virtudes de esta pedagoga, jubilada y reincorporada, que entre otras responsabilidades, ha sido Jefa de departamentos, Vicedecana docente de la Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, Decana de la Facultad de Humanidad…
(2026-03-18). UE deveria negociar com a Rússia afirma líder belga. globalresearch.ca Alguns líderes europeus comeàßam a admitir a necessidade de um diálogo produtivo com Moscou. Em uma declaraàßà£o recente, o primeiro-ministro belga, Bart De Wever, instou outras autoridades europeias a negociarem diretamente com a Rússia. Segundo ele, somente por meio da …
(2026-03-18). Vietnam seguirá apoyando a Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, resalta exitosos resultados de la cooperación Cuba-Vietnam en la producción de arroz. Recibe al compañero Nguyen Van Quang, presidente de la empresa Agri-VMA, que desarrolla en Los Palacios, Pinar del Río, el cultivo del grano en tres modalidades de gestión.
(2026-03-18). Puerto Rico se suma al envío de medicamentos especializados para Cuba. radiohc.cu Organizaciones y activistas vinculados a diversos sectores de Puerto Rico se unieron este martes al clamor mundial de apoyo humanitario al pueblo de Cuba ante el recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos. | Bajo el lema "Cuba: Solidaridad global contra el asedio, no más bloqueo", llegaron a la nación antillana importantes donativos de diversas partes del mundo, iniciativa que el 21 de marzo tendrá uno de sus momentos cumbres cuando se espera el arribo de decenas de embarcaciones humanitarias de todas las regiones. | La reverenda Eunice Santana y el activista Carlos Vega informaron en rueda de prensa…
(2026-03-18). Cuba obtiene cinco medallas de oro y dos de plata en clasificatorio de boxeo. radiohc.cu La selección masculina de boxeo de Cuba conquistó cinco medallas de oro y dos de plata en el torneo clasificatorio disputado en Guadalajara, México, para los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Entre las cinco victorias en la final, Alejandro Claro (55 kg) se impuso 5-0 al guatemalteco Daniel Mijangos; Erislandy àÅlvarez (65 kg), también resultó vencedor unánime frente al nicaragàºense Andy Javier Caballero; y Saidel Horta (60 kg) se impuso por no presentación de su rival. | Yusnier Sorsano (70 kg) y Keylor García (80 kg) se colgaron los otros dos títulos para la mayor isla de…
(2026-03-18). serie Tras las huellas del Che. indybay.org serie (1/7) 2024 | Tras las huellas del Che…
(2026-03-18). Amid ruins, Palestinians struggle to preserve Gaza's historic markets. aljazeera.com For centuries, the Grain Market has been Khan Younis's shopping hub, but it has stood largely empty since Israel's war.
(2026-03-18). Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to temporary Eid al-Fitr 'pause' in conflict. aljazeera.com Pakistani minister says five-day pause, to begin at midnight Thursday, requested by Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Türkiye.
(2026-03-18). President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war? aljazeera.com US presidents have long bypassed Congress's authority and dissenting lawmakers have often tried to fight back.
(2026-03-18). European groups join aid convoy to Cuba amid crippling oil blockade. aljazeera.com Millions have been plunged into darkness in Cuba as the US's total blockade has meant no fuel shipments in three months.
(2026-03-18). UN revises Kabul rehab strike toll as Pakistan denies targeting civilians. aljazeera.com Disputed toll and competing accounts of strike deepen crisis between Islamabad and Kabul.
(2026-03-18). Trump wants to overthrow the Cuban president. aljazeera.com The Trump administration says it wants to remove Cuba's President Miguel Diaz-Canel by the end of the year.
(2026-03-18). Olympics urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes. aljazeera.com Global sports leaders ‚Äåreached consensus on a new set of eligibility criteria for transgender athletes in February.
(2026-03-18). Türkiye says NATO bringing in more defences after missile interceptions. aljazeera.com NATO to deploy a new Patriot missile defence unit to southern Türkiye's Incirlik Air Base.
(2026-03-18). Israel caught in a permanent state of war mindset peace is taboo. asiapacificreport.nz INTERVIEW: C.J. Polychroniou and Idan Landau Israel's war on Iran is a direct result of a political culture that depends for survival upon a permanent state of war, says Israeli academic and left-wing activist Idan Landau in the interview that follows. He observes that Israeli society on the whole has embraced a fascist mindset, "reflecting…
(2026-03-18). Thousands urge NZ prime minister Luxon to condemn illegal US-Israeli war on Iran. asiapacificreport.nz Greenpeace Aotearoa Thousands of people have signed a petition demanding New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon stand up and condemn the illegal attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel. Greenpeace delivered the petition to opposition Labour leader Chris Hipkins in Wellington today. Standing on the steps of Parliament, Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Dr…
(2026-03-18). Western media failing to tell truth about war on Iran, says academic. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch Western legacy media is failing to tell the truth on the US-Israeli war on Iran, says a leading US academic and analyst. "Mass murder has been normalised," said Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs in an interview with the Chinese channel CGTN Live. He argues that mainstream media in the US and Europe…
(2026-03-17). Iran confirms death of top security official Ali Larijani. ecns.cn Iran's Supreme National Security Council confirmed that its secretary Ali Larijani has been killed in an attack, Iran's Tasnim news agency reported early Wednesday.
(2026-03-18). Chinese scientists transplant stem cell-derived islets to treat type 1 diabetes. ecns.cn A study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology shows that a Shanghai-based team has successfully treated three patients with type 1 diabetes using E-islet. This innovative therapy showcases the potential efficacy of such approaches in addressing this severe chronic condition, which traditionally necessitates lifelong insulin injections.
(2026-03-18). The global significance & value of China's economic targets for 2026. ecns.cn At the Two Sessions this year, the Chinese government officially set its annual economic growth target at 4.5% to 5%, with a commitment to strive for better results in practice. This pragmatic and resilient target is not only grounded in the overall framework of China's high-quality development but also closely aligns with the latest forecasts from international organizations.
(2026-03-17). Xi calls for strengthening cooperation with Turkmenistan in natural gas, trade, non-resource fields. ecns.cn China and Turkmenistan should expand the scale of cooperation in the natural gas sector, and elevate trade and investment levels, Chinese President Xi Jinping said in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-03-17). Chinese Ambassador to Russia refutes alleged 'second China shock' narrative. ecns.cn China presents the world cooperation opportunities, not threats or instability, said Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui in an exclusive column for Russian media outlet aif.ru to counter the so-called "second China shock" narrative.
(2026-03-17). Chinese scientists discover 'zero-pollution' microbial herbicide. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have discovered a new microbial herbicide that can control weeds without polluting the environment while also supporting crop growth, offering a potential alternative to conventional chemical herbicides.
(2026-03-17). Nvidia bets on AI inference as chip revenue opportunity hits $1 trillion. ecns.cn Nvidia said the revenue opportunity for its artificial intelligence (AI) chips may reach at least $1 trillion through 2027, as the company outlined a strategy to compete more aggressively in the fast-growing market for ‚Äårunning AI systems in real time.
(2026-03-17). Viral Chongqing nightscape video wows viewers with vision of China's urban future. ecns.cn A viral video showcasing the illuminated skyline of has sparked widespread discussion online, with viewers around the world weighing in on China's rapid urban development.
(2026-03-17). China boosts natural resource support for major projects. ecns.cn China will enhance the guarantee of natural resource elements to facilitate the implementation of 109 major projects outlined in the country's 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), authorities said on Monday.
(2026-03-18). China a more dependable partner, Western polls find. ecns.cn Opinion polls conducted recently in major Western countries have indicated a significant shift in public perception, with China increasingly viewed as a reliable partner and a global leader in technology.
(2026-03-17). Global student teams gather for robotics. ecns.cn In a bustling arena at East China Normal University, the whir of motors and cheers from competitors and spectators filled the air during the 2026 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Shanghai Regional, held from March 13 to 15. Nearly 1,000 young innovators representing 50 teams from around the world gathered to showcase their engineering prowess.
(2026-03-17). Republic of the Congo President Sassou Nguesso wins re-election, state TV reports. ecns.cn The Republic of the Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso has been re-elected with 94.82 percent of the vote, state television said on Tuesday, extending his nearly 42 years in power.
(2026-03-18). Chinese FM outlines outcomes of China-Vietnam cooperation meeting. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday outlined the key outcomes of the 17th meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation.
(2026-03-17). Shenzhou-21 crew completes second series of extravehicular activities. ecns.cn The Shenzhou-21 crew aboard China's orbiting space station completed their mission's second series of extravehicular activities (EVAs) on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
(2026-03-18). How China-US medical synergy is outrunning the 'biological clock'. ecns.cn Scientists and doctors from China and the United States are deepening collaboration in medical research and clinical care, joining forces to tackle diseases that threaten millions of lives worldwide.
(2026-03-17). Team China falls 1-2 to Australia in AFC Women's Asian Cup semifinals. ecns.cn In the semifinals of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup Tuesday, Team China suffered a narrow 1?2 defeat to Australia, missing out on a place in the final.
(2026-03-17). How China-U.S. medical synergy is outrunning the 'biological clock'. ecns.cn Scientists and doctors from China and the United States are deepening collaboration in medical research and clinical care, joining forces to tackle diseases that threaten millions of lives worldwide.
(2026-03-17). 45 million more face hunger threat from extended Mideast war: UN. ecns.cn An extra 45 million people could face acute hunger if the Middle East war rages on beyond June, swelling the number worldwide to a "terrible" high, the United Nations warned Tuesday.
(2026-03-17). 100,000 flee South Sudan offensive into Ethiopia: UNICEF. ecns.cn The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) said on Tuesday that an order by South Sudan's army to evacuate the opposition held town of Akobo earlier this month, forced around 100,000 people to flee across the border into Ethiopia.
(2026-03-17). HK to host 2026 WIC Asia-Pacific Summit in April. ecns.cn The 2026 World Internet Conference (WIC) Asia-Pacific Summit is set to take place in China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region from April 13 to 14, according to a press conference on Tuesday.
(2026-03-18). Alibaba unveils new AI work platform. ecns.cn Alibaba Group on Tuesday unveiled what it called the world's first enterprise-native artificial intelligence work platform, Wukong, as the e-commerce and cloud giant steps up efforts to integrate AI directly into corporate workflows.
(2026-03-17). China vows firm resolve in safeguarding its rights in South China Sea. ecns.cn A Chinese defense spokesperson on Wednesday stressed firm resolve in safeguarding China's rights in the South China Sea, slamming the "self-directed farce" by the Philippines.
(2026-03-17). World's largest-diameter underwater shield tunnel achieves dual breakthrough in China. ecns.cn The Huanggang Road Yellow River Tunnel in Jinan, east China's Shandong Province was fully completed on Tuesday, marking the dual breakthrough of the world's largest-diameter underwater shield tunnel.
(2026-03-17). Xi meets National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping met with National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-03-17). Managing debt defaults prioritized in housing. ecns.cn "China's real estate sector has undergone more than four years of adjustments, with transaction volumes gradually returning to a more rational range recently," said Li Yujia, chief researcher at the residential policy research center of the Guangdong Planning Institute.
(2026-03-18). War culture: From Gaza to Iran, where have protest songs gone? haaretz.com When facts and figures don't penetrate, maybe culture can break through the hard shell Israelis built around their minds…
(2026-03-18). Pro-Palestinian coalition announces flotilla trying to break blockade on Gaza. haaretz.com Organizers said the initiative — dubbed the "Spring 2026 Flotilla" — could involve thousands of participants from more than 100 countries and over 100 vessels. But uncertainty looms as regional war tensions and Israel's past crackdowns cast doubt on whether the flotilla will reach its shores…
(2026-03-18). Time, money — and Germany: The factors that could leave Israel short of missile interceptors. haaretz.com Israel Aerospace Industries is working round the clock to produce more Arrow interceptors, but production is complex and slow ‚ñ The company must also produce hundreds of interceptors for Germany by 2030 ‚ñ Home Front Command's order to change the alert system will make it possible to prolong the war…
(2026-03-18). Israeli reporter on Polymarket blackmail and death threats tied to his Iran war coverage. haaretz.com When an Israeli journalist wrote about an Iranian missile strike, he was deluged with threatening messages from online bettors demanding he alter his reporting. 'It wouldn't surprise me' if there are more Polymarket-related influence attempts on journalism than previously thought, he tells Haaretz…
(2026-03-18). Israeli assassinations leave Iran with inexperienced but resilient leadership. haaretz.com With the assassination of Ali Larinjani and other senior Basij commanders, Israel has killed more than half of the Islamic Republic's most senior leadership. In the long term, these inexperienced replacements will find it hard to withstand the pressure of war ‚ñ Barrages of rockets Lebanon show that Hezbollah's coordination capabilities have not been impacted by active combat…
(2026-03-18). look up: High in the air, Israeli crane operators left exposed to Iranian missiles. haaretz.com Seventy percent of crane operators in Israel are working during the war, exposed dozens of meters high. Even when there is a protected space below, there is almost no chance of reaching it in time…
(2026-03-18). Police attack journalists filming violent dispersal of Palestinian worshipers. haaretz.com A Palestinian photographer said he was attacked by police after trying to help another journalist documenting the police violence in East Jerusalem. He accused police of confiscating his camera's memory cards and of attacking him when he tried to retrieve them…
(2026-03-18). Elections committee says Ben-Gvir unlawfully used police and Israel Prison Service for propoganda. haaretz.com Last month, Haaretz reported that Ben-Gvir used the police, the prison service, and officers for prohibited political electioneering in two videos — one when he appeared on a police boat promoting his death penalty law and another filmed in the security prisoners' wing at a prison…
(2026-03-18). 71 killed in 77 days: Arab bus driver from East Jerusalem fatally shot. haaretz.com Murad Radi Abd al-Hamid al-Shweiki worked as a bus driver for Dan, and had no criminal record, according to Israel Police. 'It was a targeted and deliberate ambush against him,' a police source said…
(2026-03-18). Hungary Bans Trans Rights Demonstration. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A transgender rights flag is held during a march after the Hungarian parliament passed a law that bans LGBT-related events, Budapest, Hungary, March 30, 2025. | © 2026 Marton Monus/Reuters…
(2026-03-18). Lebanon: Intensification of hostilities worsens impact on civilians and critical infrastructure. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Lebanon, Agnès Dhur:…
(2026-03-18). Is Peace Over After Larijani's Killing? moderndiplomacy.eu The conflict between Iran and Israel has entered a more volatile phase, with both sides escalating attacks and rejecting efforts to contain the war. What began as targeted strikes has now evolved into a broader regional conflict with rising casualties and global economic consequences. The latest escalation follows Israel's killing of Ali Larijani, one of …
(2026-03-18). Iran Hits Tel Aviv With Cluster Missiles as War Spirals Wider. moderndiplomacy.eu The conflict between Iran and Israel has entered a far more dangerous phase, moving beyond limited strikes into a sustained and widening regional war. What began as targeted military action has evolved into a confrontation involving multiple countries, armed groups, and critical global trade routes. The latest escalation follows Israel's assassination of Ali Larijani, one …
(2026-03-18). After Iran, Will Saudi Arabia Pose the Next Strategic Challenge? moderndiplomacy.eu The currently ongoing war involving the Islamic Republic of Iran, the United States, and the State of Israel has been a long time in the making and is the direct result of the long-standing ideological challenges that the regime in Tehran has posed to the Middle East and the world. Iran's revolutionary zeal has driven …
(2026-03-18). Southern Eurasia Under Destabilization and Conflicts. moderndiplomacy.eu The war between the United States and Israel against the Islamic Republic of Iran has passed a certain point. We are still in the fog of war, but some preliminary conclusions can still be drawn. This war is monstrous in its immorality, brutality, lack of norms and rules, real causes, and effective strategy for conducting …
(2026-03-18). Suicide Bombings Expose Enduring Strength of Nigerian Jihadists. moderndiplomacy.eu Nigeria's Islamist insurgency, now in its seventeenth year, remains one of the longest-running conflicts in Africa. It began with Boko Haram's emergence in Maiduguri, Borno State, in 2009, with the goal of establishing an Islamic state. The group's founder was later killed during a government crackdown, which initially displaced militants from urban areas. Over time, …
(2026-03-18). Is China Using Energy Security to Pressure Taiwan Amid Global Crises? moderndiplomacy.eu China has long pursued reunification with Taiwan, framing it as a historic and political imperative. The island has consistently rejected Beijing's sovereignty claims, maintaining its de facto independence and relying on international partners, particularly the United States, for security and resources. The ongoing Middle East war, which has disrupted global energy supplies and critical shipping …
(2026-03-18). Will Gaza's ceasefire survive the US-Israeli war on Iran. newarab.com 
As the Middle East confronts a What once appeared to be a tentative pause in the For months, mediators st…
(2026-03-18). Iran was not rebuilding nuclear enrichment, US intelligence says. newarab.com 
US intelligence concluded Wednesday that Iran was not rebuilding nuclear enrichment capacities that were destroyed in a
(2026-03-18). Attack hits South Pars gas field, an energy lifeline for Iran. newarab.com 
Iran's state media said Wednesday that Israel attacked its South Pars gas field — the largest in the world and one that is shared with Qatar to the south across the Persian Gulf. | Facilities associated with the gas field near Asaluyeh on Iran's Gulf coastline The Iran war has dealt a massive energy shock to the global economy by choking off exports of crude oil and liquefied natural…
(2026-03-18). Iran leadership: who is dead and alive after US-Israel strikes. newarab.com 
Iran's Foreign Minister "I do not know why the Americans and the Israelis still have not understood this point: The Islamic Republic…
(2026-03-18). Iran vows revenge for Larijani; 12 killed in Beirut strikes. newarab.com 
Iran vowed to take revenge against the The funerals for Larijani and Basij head Gholamreza Soleimani will take place in Tehran at 1030 GMT, according to Iranian state media. | Larijani is the most prominent Iranian figure killed by US-Israeli forces since the assassination…
(2026-03-18). Kuwait arrests 10 Hezbollah members, thwarts 'terrorist' plot. newarab.com 
(2026-03-18). Iraq's gas imports from Iran halted due to war. newarab.com 
The country has been unwillingly drawn into the The cutoff came as Baghdad had barely had time to celebrate a deal to export a fraction of its oil production through Turkey after disruptions t…
(2026-03-18). Iran seizes hundreds of Starlink devices amid internet blackout. newarab.com 
The ministry said the operation relied on "intensive use" of advanced technological tools, which allowed authorities to track satellite-linked internet systems and monitor what it described as "criminal activity" by users. | Since the start of the
(2026-03-18). Danish Supreme Court rejects case on arms sales to Israel. newarab.com 
The Palestinian human rights association Al-Haq, ActionAid Denmark, and the Danish branches of Amnesty International and Oxfam had filed a lawsuit against the Danish foreign ministry and national police, which a lower court reject…
(2026-03-18). Backlash as Tory MP calls Ramadan prayers 'an act of dominance'. newarab.com 
A Conservative MP has come under fire for calling Nick Timothy, the Conservative MP for West Suffolk, who serves as Shadow Secretary for Justice and Shadow Lord Chancellor, slammed th…
(2026-03-18). Pakistan announces Eid 'pause' in conflict with Afghanistan. newarab.com 
Pakistan announced on Wednesday a "temporary pause" in hostilities with The halt in operations for Eid al-Fitr from Thursday to Monday had been requested by "brotherly Islamic countries" Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey, information minister Attaullah Tarar said. | "Pakis…
(2026-03-18). Gulf influencers deride Egypt's NATO-like proposal amid Iran war. newarab.com 
(2026-03-18). Israeli strikes on central Beirut kill at least six. newarab.com 
Lebanon said two Local media reported one strike hit an apartment in the central Zuqaq al-Blat neighbourhood, where the Israeli military last week hit a Beirut branch of the Hezbollah-linked financial firm Al-Qard Al-H…
(2026-03-18). At least 17 dead in fighting on Sudan's border with Chad. newarab.com 
The latest heavy fighting between warring parties along The attacks on Monday in Tina left 66 people in serious condition, Doctors Without Borders, also known as Médecins Sans Frontières, or MSF, said in a post on X late Tuesday. | The army said in an update that the paramilitary
(2026-03-18). Israel bombards Beirut, destroys bridges in southern Lebanon. newarab.com 
Israel repeatedly struck central Beirut on Wednesday, with Lebanese authorities reporting a death toll of at least 12 including a director for Lebanon was Israel responded with intense strikes…
(2026-03-18). Israel says Palestinian family killing in Tammoun was 'mistake'. newarab.com 
(2026-03-18). NGO says 'hundreds killed and wounded' in strike on Kabul clinic. newarab.com 
(2026-03-18). Foreign press group slams Israeli police for injuring journalist. newarab.com 
An international media association on Wednesday criticised an "unprovoked assault" by The Foreign Press Association (FPA) said police officers on Tuesday night "unnecessarily and aggressively repelled a group of journalists who were doing their jobs, documenting individuals who were praying outside the walls of the Old City". | It said police detained several journalists, damaging photographic equipment a…
(2026-03-18). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-18). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-03-18). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-03-18). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-18). 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?
(2026-03-18). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-18). Reforming Australian defence: from Cold War relics to an affordable, independent missile and drone deterrent. onlineopinion.com.au Ukraine and Iran show a new reality: cheap drones can destroy expensive platforms. Is Australia building the wrong defence force?
(2026-03-18). New energy policies in California threatening America's national security. onlineopinion.com.au No refineries, no fuel. How does California sustain America's military and ports as local supply disappears?
(2026-03-18). A Euro leader cursed for calling for peace — with Russia. responsiblestatecraft.org At long last, a European leader has said what should have been apparent from the very first: that the Israeli-U.S. war against Iran and Iran's retaliation against energy exports from the Persian Gulf, make it urgently necessary for European Union countries to normalize relations with Russia and resume buying Russian energy.Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever
(2026-03-18). Like Iraq, key intelligence before Iran strikes was ignored. responsiblestatecraft.org The most revealing aspect of the National Intelligence Council's recent assessment that a U.S.-Israeli campaign was unlikely to topple the Iranian regime is not the estimate itself. Intelligence analysts are supposed to puncture exuberant assumptions. What makes the episode significant is that the judgment appears to have done so little to discipline policy. According to The Washington Post, the NIC assessed that even a large-scale assault would
(2026-03-18). The Gandhi of the 21st Century the Curious Career of President Trump. thinktank.pk Every generation chooses its heroes carefully. Sometimes those heroes emerge from struggle, sacrifice, and long movements for justice. That is how the twentieth century produced figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., and Nelson Mandela. These leaders were shaped by prison, protest, and moral conviction. Their language was restrained. Their power came from persuasion. …
(2026-03-18). Is Beijing Institutionalizing Forced Integration? thinktank.pk China's newly adopted ethnic unity legislation has triggered global debate over whether Beijing is moving toward a policy of state-driven cultural integration. Supporters of the law argue that it promotes national cohesion and economic development in minority regions. Critics, however, warn that the legislation could accelerate the erosion of ethnic identity among groups such as …
(2026-03-18). Judge throws prosecutor out of court and orders leaders of N.J.'s U.S. Attorney's office to testify. whyy.org Vexed by the Justice Department's chaotic oversight of federal prosecutions in New Jersey, a judge on Monday threw a government attorney out of a hearing and ordered the three officials in charge of the state's U.S. Attorney's office to answer his questions under oath. | U.S. District Judge Zahid N. Quraishi lit into prosecutors after another judge ruled last week that the Trump administration's decision to replace interim U.S. Attorney Alina Habba with a trio of officials was another violation of the Constitution's Appointments Clause, which requires Senate confirmation. | The officials, Philip Lamparello, Jorda…
(2026-03-18). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
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(2026-03-18). Live Nation, Ticketmaster settled the DOJ's antitrust case, but Pa., N.J. and other states push forward with a trial. whyy.org 
(2026-03-18). Crowds flock to DC statue mocking Trump and Epstein in "Titanic" embrace. wsws.org A gold-painted "King of the World" statue on the National Mall depicts Trump embracing Epstein in Titanic's bow pose, drawing crowds, mockery and widespread popular hostility toward the oligarchy.
(2026-03-18). Australian central bank lifts interest rate again as recession threat grows. wsws.org It was a split decision but undoubtedly the swing factor was the US war against Iran and the spike in inflation it has already produced.
(2026-03-18). Trump's CDL Final Rule strips 200,000 immigrant truck drivers of licenses in sweeping attack on the working class. wsws.org The Trump administration's Non-Domiciled CDL Final Rule, which took effect March 16, is a major new stage in the fascistic attack on immigrant workers and the entire working class.
(2026-03-18). "Without immigrants, there is no food, there is no work" : JBS meatpackers defend immigrants as historic strike continues at Greeley, Colorado plant. wsws.org In one of the largest pickets in recent memory, thousands of workers marched and demonstrated outside the factory Tuesday in defense not only of their own living standards, but of all workers.
(2026-03-18). European Union presents conditions for participation in the war against Iran. wsws.org The European powers are unwilling to get involved in a war over whose course and outcome they have no influence. They want to drive a hard bargain for their participation in the war.
(2026-03-18). Trump calls for a delay in summit with Chinese president. wsws.org Trump's expectation that a quick victory over Iran, a strategic partner of China, could be used to extract concessions from Xi has been dashed as the criminal war continues in its third week.
(2026-03-18). 4 dead in worst Michigan tornados since 1980 as Democrat Whitmer deflects responsibility. wsws.org A series of rapidly forming deadly tornados struck Michigan, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Indiana between March 5 and March 10, resulting in 11 deaths, at least 20 injuries, and significant damage or destruction to hundreds of buildings across the region.
(2026-03-18). UAW threatens to block strike by student workers at Columbia University. wsws.org Following a 91.5 percent strike authorization vote by student workers, the UAW bureaucracy has threatened to withhold approval of a strike unless the campus local waters down its demands.
(2026-03-18). Florida executes Michael Lee King, dismissing his childhood traumatic brain injury claims. wsws.org King's case exposes a legal system that disposes of individuals, mostly men, whose minds were fractured long before they ended anyone else's life. King suffered a significant traumatic brain injury during childhood, causing permanent neurological damage.
(2026-03-18). 6 deaths a day: Homeless mortality exposes social catastrophe in Los Angeles. wsws.org Avoidable deaths mount on Los Angeles streets as Democratic politicians defend a profit system that treats human survival as expendable.
(2026-03-18). US Marine unit steams toward Middle East amid growing threats of ground invasion of Iran. wsws.org The USS Tripoli, an amphibious assault carrier bearing the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, was tracked Tuesday transiting the Strait of Malacca on its way to the Persian Gulf.
(2026-03-18). Who Moves America: The incomplete story of the 2023 struggle at UPS. wsws.org Though a new documentary captures UPS workers' significant discontent with the 2023 tentative agreement, it obscures the role of the Teamsters leadership in enabling mass layoffs and deteriorating conditions.