(2026-03-10). Venezuela ALBA News 3.10.2026: Donate for Global Convoy to Cuba; The Venezuelan Revolution Still Stands; Attend President Maduro's Trial March 26! afgj.org 
Cuba Jacobin: Interview with Nuestra America Convoy to Cuba coordinator David Adler The Nuestra América Convoy has called for an international solidarity effort to bring humanitarian aid to the island on March 21. One of the organizers is David Adler, co—general coordinator of the Progressive International, and a veteran of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla. David Adler: …
(2026-03-10). Thursday 3/12: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-03-11). Iran arrests dozens, including foreign national tied to US and Israel, state media reports. al-monitor.com DUBAI, March 10 (Reuters) – Iran has arrested dozens including a foreign national for allegedly spying for the country's "enemies", the Intelligence Ministry said on Tuesday, amid a continued war with the U.S. and Israel. The U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes against Iran on February 28, killing the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several commanders. During the ongoing conflict, Iran has launched retaliatory strikes against Gulf countries that are U.S. allies and host American military bases.
(2026-03-11). Trump warns Iran over Hormuz mines as senator cautions US may be nearing ground war. al-monitor.com Iran has begun placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a recent report, after the American president threatened to strike Iran harder if oil shipments are interfered with.
(2026-03-11). Russian consulate in Isfahan damaged in strikes, spokeswoman says. al-monitor.com March 10 (Reuters) – Russia's consulate in the Iranian city of Isfahan was damaged in shelling earlier this week, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday.An attack on a diplomatic representation was a "blatant violation" of international conventions and all sides should observe the "inviolability of diplomatic sites", she said.
(2026-03-11). North Korea supports choice of new supreme leader, KCNA says. al-monitor.com SEOUL, March 11 (Reuters) – North Korea said on Wednesday it supports the Iranian people's choice of new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who was named on Monday to succeed his father killed in the initial strikes against the country by the U.S. and Israel, state media said.North Korea's foreign ministry also said it strongly denounces acts of aggression by the U.S. and Israel of "illegal" attacks against Iran, which are destroying peace and escalating instability worldwide, KCNA state news agency said. (Reporting by Jack Kim; E+diting by Chris Reese)…
(2026-03-11). Combatants in Mideast war trade more air strikes as Iran clamps down on dissent. al-monitor.com By Parisa Hafezi, Alexander Cornwell and Phil StewartDUBAI/TEL AVIV/WASHINGTON, March 11 (Reuters) – The U.S. and Israel traded air strikes with Iran's military across the Middle East as the besieged Tehran government warned its state security forces were ready with "fingers on the trigger" to confront any revival of anti-government protests.
(2026-03-11). New wave of Iran attacks as oil reserve release weighed. al-monitor.com Iran unleashed a wave of attacks against Israel and Gulf nations on Wednesday, including targeting a Saudi oilfield, as reports of a proposed record release of oil reserves helped calm markets and prices.The war sparked by US-Israeli strikes on Iran has spread across the region and beyond, causing spiking energy costs, fuel rationing, and even school closures.
(2026-03-11). War in the Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com Here are the latest events in the Middle East war: – 'Projectile' hits ship off UAE -A container ship was hit off the coast of the United Arab Emirates by an unidentified projectile, a British maritime security agency reported Wednesday, adding the extent of the damage was unknown but all crew members were safe.- Iran launches new strikes -Israel's military said it had detected a new round of missiles heading towards the country from Iran and had activated air defences.
(2026-03-11). Fresh Israeli strikes hit Lebanon after evacuation warnings. al-monitor.com Fresh Israeli strikes hit Beirut's southern suburbs and south Lebanon on Tuesday after the Israeli army warned people to evacuate, with Lebanese authorities saying nearly 760,000 people had been registered as displaced.Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah attacked Israel in response to the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes.
(2026-03-11). Israel intensifies strikes on repression sites, expands outreach to Iranians as regime repression deepens (March 8-10 updates). longwarjournal.org The joint US—Israeli campaign is striking Iran's military and internal security infrastructure across the country while continuing to eliminate senior regime figures. Amid the pressure, the regime installed a new supreme leader, expanded regional attacks while denying responsibility, and intensified repression, as Israel increased outreach to the Iranian public.
(2026-03-11). Dangerous Disinfo Shifts US Blame: Claims Israel "Caused" US War Rather Than an Extension of It. thealtworld.com The US can continue existing as a rapacious empire with or without Israel — it surely did fine for almost 2 centuries before Israel was created out of thin air by the Anglo-Americans — but the crimes of Israel would be impossible without US empire behind it. | Israel is not blameless. Blame it for its role in facilitating Western empire up to and including abetting genocide and wars of aggression. | But do not blame it for "corrupting" something that was never wholesome to begin with.
(2026-03-11). Cloud war: Iranian drone strikes hit Gulf data centres. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). The rules are gone: Trump's Iran strike reshapes global power. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). Mideast tanker escort: high-risk mission for US Navy. al-monitor.com US Navy escorts could help increase the flow of tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but American warships accompanying slow-moving commercial vessels would face threats including mines, missiles and drones in the narrow waterway bordering Iran.Iran has threatened to block oil exports via the key maritime chokepoint ⚪ through which nearly 20 percent of the world's crude usually transits ⚪ in response to the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic.
(2026-03-11). Why shadow tankers are the only ships still moving through the Strait of Hormuz. |
(2026-03-11). US says be if Russia giving Iran intel. al-monitor.com The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump would not be "happy" if Russia is sharing intelligence with Iran during the Middle East war, but it held back any strong criticism for Moscow.The Washington Post reported on Friday that Moscow had passed sensitive intelligence to Tehran, including the locations of US warships and aircraft in the region.
(2026-03-11). Macron to host G7 leaders call on Iran crisis, energy prices. al-monitor.com PARIS, March 10 (Reuters) – French President Emmanuel Macron will convene a call with leaders of the Group of Seven on Wednesday to discuss the Iran crisis and rising energy prices, the French president's office said.The talks come as G7 governments weigh how to respond to a sharp rise in oil prices triggered by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.G7 energy ministers stopped short of agreeing on a release of strategic oil reserves on Tuesday and instead asked the International Energy Agency to assess the situation before acting.
(2026-03-11). Spain rips into Trump, Netanyahu warmongering in Middle East. ummid.com Showing extraordinary courage, Spain has rejected Donald Trump's repeated call to join the US-Israeli military operation against Iran, categorically asserting that the war is not good for the world.
(2026-03-11). Watch: Ronaldo practices at 'House of Nassr' amid reports he left Riyadh. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo, who is leading Al-Nassr FC, was Tuesday March 03, 2026 spotted training with teammates at House of Nassr, refuting the reports that the Portuguese Star Footballer has left Saudi Arabia because of the ongoing Iran-US-Israel war.
(2026-03-11). Kharg Island: vital oil hub in the crosshairs? al-monitor.com Kharg Island, a scrubby stretch of land in the northern Gulf, handles almost all of Iran's crude exports and any attempt to seize it would mark a major escalation in the conflict, analysts say.The US and Israel have so far treaded carefully around the island, but an Axios report over the weekend cited Trump administration officials saying capturing Kharg was on the table as the war in the Middle East persists.
(2026-03-11). How Israel and the FBI Manipulated Assassination Plots to Goad Trump Into Iran War. scheerpost.com Max Blumenthal ∑The Grayzone The FBI manufactured plots to convince Trump that Iran sought to kill him, while Israel and its administration allies exploited the president's deepest fears to keep him on the war path. "I got him before he got me," an ebullient President Donald Trump remarked to a reporter when asked about his motives for authorizing …
(2026-03-11). Corporate media go all out to support the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. strategic-culture.su By Alan MACLEOD | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | –°orporate media of all stripes have rushed to support the U.S./Israeli…
(2026-03-11). Protests against US-Israeli war on Iran continue across Europe as governments look away. peoplesdispatch.org 
On Saturday, March 7, over 30,000 people joined a The event in Londo…
(2026-03-11). US-Israel War Against Iran: Is It A Religious War? ummid.com US and Israeli leaders are framing the ongoing conflict with Iran as a religious war primarily for domestic mobilisation, civilisational framing, and strategic narrative construction.
(2026-03-11). Irán efectúa su más potente operación con misiles y drones, según agencia Fars. cubadebate.cu Irán realizó durante la noche de este miércoles su mayor y más potente operación con misiles y drones desde el incio de la guerra inciada el 28 de febrero por EE.UU. e Israel, según fuentes militares iraníes citadas por la agencia Fars.
(2026-03-11). Irán efectúa su más potente operación con misiles y drones, según agencia Fars. cubadebate.cu Irán realizó durante la noche de este miércoles su mayor y más potente operación con misiles y drones desde el incio de la guerra inciada el 28 de febrero por EE.UU. e Israel, según fuentes militares iraníes citadas por la agencia Fars.
(2026-03-11). Iran women footballers evacuate from safe house in Australia. al-monitor.com Iranian women footballers claiming asylum in Australia evacuated from their safe house on Wednesday after one team member changed her mind and revealed their location to the Iranian embassy, Canberra said.Seven members of Iran's visiting women's football delegation had sought sanctuary in Australia after they were branded "traitors" at home for refusing to sing the national anthem. But one member of the group had second thoughts after speaking to other players who had turned down asylum in favour of returning to Iran, Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said.
(2026-03-11). Pezeshkian's goodwill gesture not reflected in reality: Saudi Arabia to Iran. ummid.com Saudi Arabia Monday March 09, 2026 issued a stern warning to Iran over its continued attacks on its neighbors, also saying Masoud Pezeshkian's goodwill gesture is not reflected in reality.
(2026-03-11). Over 85 dead as US sinks Iranian warship off Sri Lanka coast. ummid.com IRIS Dena 75, an Iranian warship, sank off Sri Lanka coast in the Indian Ocean after it was attacked by US submarines, the Americans said Wednesday March 04, 2026.
(2026-03-11). US military leans into AI for attack on Iran, but the tech doesn't lessen the need for human judgment in war. |
(2026-03-11). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez: We Oppose Any War. orinocotribune.com "We oppose any war, we are absolutely opposed to them." This was the statement made Monday, March 9, by the Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez during a working session with communards in Ciudad Tiuna, Caracas. Surrounded by spokespeople for grassroots organizations, she reaffirmed that Venezuela's message is one of peace. | Rodríguez, who made these remarks after referring to relations between Venezuela and the US, said that they "must be based on truth; they must be based on mutual respect, on shared benefit; they must adhere to international law. That is our ten-point code of international conduct, and…
(2026-03-11). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez: We Oppose Any War. orinocotribune.com "We oppose any war, we are absolutely opposed to them." This was the statement made Monday, March 9, by the Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez during a working session with communards in Ciudad Tiuna, Caracas. Surrounded by spokespeople for grassroots organizations, she reaffirmed that Venezuela's message is one of peace. | Rodríguez, who made these remarks after referring to relations between Venezuela and the US, said that they "must be based on truth; they must be based on mutual respect, on shared benefit; they must adhere to international law. That is our ten-point code of international conduct, and…
(2026-03-11). 47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US ‚àí and complicate any negotiations. |
(2026-03-11). Latest GDP figures welcomed. sanews.gov.za Latest GDP figures welcomed | Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has welcomed the latest Statistics South Africa Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures, which position the agricultural sector as the primary engine of South Africa's economic resilience. | According to the latest data released by Statistics SA, South Africa's GDP increased by 0.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025, contributing to an annual real GDP growth rate of 1.1% for the year. | The agriculture, forestry and fishing sector recorded significant growth of 17.4% in 2025 compared to 2024, making it one of the strongest performing sectors of the econ…
(2026-03-11). Transition of Power: R N Ravi's Memorable Tenure as Tamil Nadu Governor. devdiscourse.com Outgoing Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has departed for Kolkata to assume his new role as the Governor of West Bengal. His tenure in Tamil Nadu, spanning over four years, was marked by numerous confrontations with the elected government.
(2026-03-11). In 'The Secret Agent,' Brazil Dares to Look Back. progressive.org In his four-time Oscar nominated thriller, director Kleber Mendonàßa Filho explores the period of Brazil's military dictatorship.
(2026-03-11). Daniel Radcliffe Advocates Mandatory Therapy for Child Actors. devdiscourse.com In a candid discussion, Daniel Radcliffe, famed for his role as 'Harry Potter,' shed light on the pressures faced by child actors and advocated for mandatory therapy to support their mental health. Radcliffe, who appeared on Bustle's 'One Nightstand With Daniel Radcliffe,' highlighted the dire need for systemic mental health support, challenging the widely held perception of child stars living a dream life.
(2026-03-11). Employment and Labour prioritise elimination of silicosis in non-mining sectors. sanews.gov.za Employment and Labour prioritise elimination of silicosis in non-mining sectors | The Department of Employment and Labour says eliminating silicosis in non-mining sectors remains a key priority as government works towards eradicating the occupational disease by 2030. | The Department's Acting Deputy Director-General for Labour Policy and Industrial Relations, Thembinkosi Mkalipi, said South Africa has an obligation as a member of the international community and the International Labour Organization (ILO) to reduce workers' exposure to the disease. | Mkalipi warned that available research continues to show increa…
(2026-03-11). Nishikant Dubey Criticizes Uddhav Thackeray Over Alleged Ideological Shift. devdiscourse.com BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Uddhav Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), accusing him of abandoning his party's ideology for political gain. Dubey reminded Thackeray of his father Bal Thackeray's solemn vow never to ally with Congress following a violent incident in 1969.
(2026-03-11). Right-Fitting Senior Indian Homeownership. ummid.com The real luxury in the silver years is optionality — the freedom to travel to see grandchildren, to join a hobby club, or to simply enjoy a sunset in a park that you do not have to mow yourself.
(2026-03-11). Prayers for Tibetan Leader Unite Diverse Communities in India. devdiscourse.com In a remarkable show of unity and spiritual devotion, supporters of the Tibetan movement from across India convened in McLeodganj on Wednesday to extend their prayers for the long life of Tibetan spiritual leader, Tenzin Gyatso.
(2026-03-11). KZN Finance MEC tables R168.2bn provincial budget. sanews.gov.za KZN Finance MEC tables R168.2bn provincial budget | KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has tabled a R168.2 billion provincial budget for the 2026/27 financial year, emphasising fiscal discipline, improved governance, and the protection of frontline services. | Presenting the budget at the Provincial Legislature in Pietermaritzburg on Tuesday, Rodgers said the budget aims to stabilise the province's finances, while rebuilding public and investor confidence. | "This is a budget of stabilisation, credibility and rebuilding confidence in KwaZulu-Natal," Rodgers said. | Fiscal stability and recovery | Rodgers…
(2026-03-11). UAE billionaire tears into Trump for dragging ME into war with Iran. ummid.com UAE billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor tore into U.S. President Donald Trump for dragging the Middle East into war with Iran.
(2026-03-11). Opposing "Both Sides" In This War Is Crazy Imperialist Nonsense, And Other Notes. thealtworld.com People tell me, "It's possible to oppose this war AND oppose the Iranian regime. You can denounce BOTH." | Sure you can. But you shouldn't. | You should not do this. You should not be a pro bono Pentagon propagandist in the middle of a US war of immense consequence. You should not do the hasbarists' job for them. Make them do their own job themselves. | This war already has a huge number of propagandists screaming "REGIME BAD" at the top of their lungs in order to ensure that the slaughter continues. You don't need to add your voice to the chorus, and you shouldn't. You should not help them manufacture consent fo…
(2026-03-11). Constitution critical for SA democracy – Kubayi. sanews.gov.za Constitution critical for SA democracy – Kubayi | Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has described the Constitution as a vital framework for the sustenance of democracy. | The Minister delivered a statement in the National Assembly on Tuesday on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. | Citing the words of former President Tata Nelson Mandela on the day the Constitution was adopted with a call for the improvement of lives, Kubayi called for lawmakers and public office bearers to reflect on the work needed to build a better life f…
(2026-03-11). India advances to ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final. ummid.com India on Thursday March 05, 2026 advanced to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final, defeating England in a thrilling Semifinal played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
(2026-03-11). Congress Accuses Government of Misinformation Amid LPG Shortage. devdiscourse.com The Congress party, represented by MP KC Venugopal, sharply criticized the Central Government on Wednesday, accusing them of deceiving the public about a severe LPG shortage exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Venugopal pointed out that gas agencies were reportedly instructed to halt supplying LPG cylinders for commercial purposes, exacerbating the crisis.
(2026-03-11). Is Conversion Therapy Speech or Conduct? progressive.org The Trump Administration has lent one of its top lawyers to argue a case in front of the Supreme Court in favor of the discredited practice.
(2026-03-11). Deputy President to hand over land, title deeds. sanews.gov.za Deputy President to hand over land, title deeds | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will hand over land and title deeds to the Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family, also known as the Schulk Marhiqa Communal Property Association (CPA) in Mpumalanga, on Friday. | The Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family land claim comprises 18 households and 86 beneficiaries. | "The claimant family lived on the subject properties in the early 1700s. The land parcels claimed by the claimant family measure more than 627 hectares, situated within the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality's jurisdiction," the Presidency said on Wednesday. | The claim was lodged before t…
(2026-03-11). Trump nominee for State Department role drops out after his race comments jeopardized confirmation. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump's nominee for a senior State Department position withdrew from consideration on Tuesday after his controversial comments about Jewish people and diminishing white power stirred rare Republican opposition to the president's choice.In a statement on X, Jeremy Carl, Trump's nominee for assistant secretary of state for international organizations, thanked Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their support, but said their backing was not sufficient.
(2026-03-11). Highlights: How Al-Nassr defeated Neom to remain on top in SPL Standings. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saturday March 07, 2026 turned an almost draw match against Neom into victory to remain on top in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) 25/26 standings.
(2026-03-11). Australia grants asylum to two more Iranian women soccer players. al-monitor.com By Renju JoseSYDNEY, March 11 (Reuters) – Australia on Wednesday granted humanitarian visas to two more members of the Iranian women's soccer team who decided to stay in the country due to fears for their safety if they returned home.Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said a player and a support staff member accepted the government's offer, after five players from the team were granted asylum a day earlier."I made them the same offer that I made the five players the night before," Burke told reporters.
(2026-03-11). 38 from Jamia Millia RCA crack UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025. ummid.com As many as 38 candidates from the Residential Coaching Academy (RCA), Centre for Coaching and Career Planning, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) have cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 the result of which was declared today i.e. Friday March 06, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Landmark SC Verdict: Upholding the Right to Die with Dignity. devdiscourse.com In a historic ruling, the Supreme Court has approved passive euthanasia for a 31-year-old man who has been in a vegetative state for over a decade, emphasizing the patient's right to die with dignity.
(2026-03-11). Pedro Sánchez's Spain: The Pride of Europe. ummid.com Pedro Sánchez denounced the unilateral action against Iran with dramatic and unpredictable consequences for the entire planet, and called for an end to hostilities and a return to diplomacy, reminding the world that violence can never be the solution.
(2026-03-11). 2026 West Bengal Elections While 'Infiltrations' Go Unchecked. ummid.com The unfolding controversy around the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal has reopened old wounds — raising fundamental questions about citizenship, belonging, and the democratic right to vote.
(2026-03-11). Trinidad's Kamla Persad-Bissessar Named SOUTHCOM's 'Employee of the Year' as Caribbean Death Toll Reaches 152. orinocotribune.com Caracas (
(2026-03-11). LPG Crisis Hits Maharashtra: Shortage Sparks Closer of Eateries and Threatens Black Market. devdiscourse.com A significant domestic LPG shortage in Maharashtra has sparked widespread concern, with Congress demanding urgent governmental clarification and action during a legislative assembly session. As households grapple with insufficient cooking gas, anxiety mounts amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
(2026-03-11). Trumpism in the style of a "banana republic" : Authoritarian destruction of the public sphere in Ecuador. mronline.org 
In a country already battered by violent crime, poverty, Noboa governs for capital, seeking to destroy the public sector and reduce the state to its bare minimum, submitting to U.S. dictates through militarization and political repression.
(2026-03-11). Kenya, South Africa relations 'forged in the fires of history'. sanews.gov.za Kenya, South Africa relations 'forged in the fires of history' | The bonds of solidarity created during the liberation struggle that united South Africa and Kenya against apartheid now fuel an economic and diplomatic partnership "forged in the fires of history". | This is according to Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong who delivered remarks at the Global South Africans Fireside Chat and Networking Dinner held in Nairobi, Kenya. | Morolong reminded the audience that long before the establishment of formal diplomatic relations in 1994, the East African country "stood firmly on the side of justice and…
(2026-03-11). Satellite firm extends Middle East image delay to prevent use by US adversaries. al-monitor.com By Cassell Bryan-Low and Joey RouletteWASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) – California-based Planet Labs has expanded restrictions on accessing its imagery of the Middle East to prevent adversaries from using it to attack the U.S. and its allies, a sign of how the expansion of commercial space business can impact conflicts.
(2026-03-11). U.S. makes India perform in a circus tent. mronline.org 
India's present-day rulers should exercise their prerogative to take independent decisions. But, for that to happen, as Rabindranath Tagore wrote, the mind should first be without fear and the head held high.
(2026-03-11). Trump set off a Bomb in the Cockpit of the World Economy; Does Global Recession Loom? scheerpost.com Juan Cole for Informed Comment Oil prices hit $120 early Monday morning in Asia, for the first time since the initial shock of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022. But today's increase was different, since the price skyrocketed fully 30% in one day, something that hasn't happened for decades. In response, the South Korean …
(2026-03-11). Call to establish task team to tackle Rustenburg water supply challenges. sanews.gov.za Call to establish task team to tackle Rustenburg water supply challenges | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo has directed that a joint task team be established between Rustenburg Local Municipality and Magalies Water to develop a comprehensive plan to ensure sustainable water provision for residents of Rustenburg. | Seitlholo issued the directive during a stakeholder meeting held at the Rustenburg Civic Centre Council Chamber on Monday. The meeting brought together key stakeholders responsible for water services in the area to assess the progress of ongoing interventions and discuss challenges…
(2026-03-11). India and West Asia Crisis: Managing Interdependence in Volatile Region. ummid.com West Asia will not stabilise on India's timeline. The shocks will keep coming. The only real question is whether the right systems — and the right clarity — are already in place when they do.
(2026-03-11). Iran Conflict and Dubai Real Estate: Sentiment Shock or Structural Risk? ummid.com The escalation of tensions involving Iran and parts of the Gulf has once again brought Dubai's real estate market under the spotlight.
(2026-03-11). Three senior Health Department officials suspended over fraud allegations. sanews.gov.za Three senior Health Department officials suspended over fraud allegations | Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has placed the department's Director-General, Dr Sandile Buthelezi, on precautionary suspension. | Buthelezi — along with Deputy Director General of Tertiary Health and Hospital Services, Dr Malixole Percival Mahlati and Chief Financial Officer Phineas Phaswa Mamogale — was arrested and appeared before the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Pretoria last week. | They face charges of fraud and theft related to the allegedly irregular appointment of two service providers at the departmen…
(2026-03-11). Why Hasn't the World Set on Fire? scheerpost.com Danaka Katovich "To act is to be committed, and to be committed is to be in danger." — James Baldwin An aerial photo shows rectangular tracings etched into dirt, one rectangle after the other, creating a grid across the land. A yellow excavator pulls piles of earth out from within the rectangular lines until each rectangle …
(2026-03-11). new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards. al-monitor.com By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowallDUBAI, March 10 (Reuters) – Iran's Revolutionary Guards forced through the choice of Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader, seeing him as a more pliant version of his father who would back their hardline policies, bludgeoning aside the concerns of pragmatists, senior Iranian sources said. Already very powerful, the Guards have gained yet greater sway since the war began and quickly overcame the misgivings of senior political and clerical figures whose opposition to the choice delayed the announcement by hours, the sources said.
(2026-03-11). India wins 3rd straight T20 World Cup. ummid.com India on Sunday March 08, 2026 defeated New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final played at Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.
(2026-03-11). Ethiopia's urban renewal projects and turn toward aesthetic propaganda. globalvoices.org 
While visual propaganda legitimizes the state and obfuscates the reality on the groundGlobal VoicesAddis Ababa at night. By Amanuel Tesfaye Kebede | After Turkish President
(2026-03-11). Mossad agents planning bombings in Saudi Arabia, Qatar arrested: US Journalist. ummid.com Tucker Carlson, a renowned American Journalist and Political Commentator, has claimed that Mossad agents planning bombings in Saudi Arabia and Qatar have been arrested by the authorities in the two countries.
(2026-03-11). Nitish Kumar to quit as Bihar CM, move Rajya Sabha. ummid.com Nitish Kumar Thursday March 05, 2026 announced he is quitting as Chief Minister of Bihar and moving to Rajya Sabha — the Upper House of the Indian Parliament.
(2026-03-11). Rays of Hope Amidst Rising Hate. ummid.com There are a series of incidents, which have happened in the recent past indicating that though the dominant element is hate and to abuse the religious minorities, there are many in the society who are sticking to love and amity for all.
(2026-03-11). We Are The Villains In This Story. thealtworld.com 
Nobody wants to believe they're the villain in the story. Nobody wants to believe their government is run by psychopaths who are inflicting unfathomable evils upon populations around the globe in order to rule the world. | It's much nicer to believe you're the Good Guys. Much easier to sit with the idea that your government might make an innocent mistake here and there, but overall is a driving force for the good of humankind, and is certainly superior to the villains it makes war with. | That's a fiction, though. It's a comfortable lie. A fairy tale that westerners tell themselves to avoid a profoundly uncomfort…
(2026-03-11). How Masjid Nabawi expansions boosted comfort, capacity for millions of visitors. ummid.com Since the beginning of the Saudi era, Masjid e Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, has undergone a series of major expansions aimed at facilitating the movement of worshippers and visitors.
(2026-03-11). Government reviews appeals for offshore oil, gas exploration projects. sanews.gov.za Government reviews appeals for offshore oil, gas exploration projects | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, is proceeding with the determination of appeals lodged against several environmental authorisations granted for offshore oil and gas exploration projects. | "This decision is intended to avoid any further 'decision paralysis'. We have a legal and constitutional obligation to take decisions that promote inclusive economic growth and job creation, without compromising our constitutional mandate of protecting our environment," the Minister said in a statement, on Wednesday.
(2026-03-11). Kavitha's Hunger Strike Against Khammam Demolitions Stirs Political Fury. devdiscourse.com K Kavitha, founder of Telangana Jagruthi, has sharply condemned the Congress-led state government for reportedly violating constitutional norms by demolishing 750 houses in Khammam city in a single day. Kavitha, addressing ANI, criticized the government for contradicting its claimed support for the Constitution while allegedly acting against it.
(2026-03-11). Pedro Sánchez's Spain: The Pride of Europe. ummid.com Pedro Sánchez denounced the unilateral action against Iran with dramatic and unpredictable consequences for the entire planet, and called for an end to hostilities and a return to diplomacy, reminding the world that violence can never be the solution.
(2026-03-11). Musgrave Park eviction sparks questions over Council's safety claims. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). Kirti Azad and Gautam Gambhir Clash Over T20 Victory Celebrations at Temple. devdiscourse.com Trinamool Congress MP and former cricketer Kirti Azad has taken issue with comments from India's head coach Gautam Gambhir regarding the T20 World Cup trophy's recent visit to a temple. Azad advocated for mutual respect for all religions in the country, underlining the importance of dignity and responsibility among athletes.
(2026-03-11). Meet Fathima Shehza: CA Intermediate January 2026 Topper. ummid.com Fathima Shehza K has topped the ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 exam the result of which has been declared on Sunday March 08, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Meet Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's New Supreme Leader. ummid.com Iran's Assembly of Experts, a body of 88 clerics, Sunday March 08, 2026 appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader of Iran.
(2026-03-11). Kartik Bachhav of Malegaon among UPSC Civil Services 2025 Toppers. ummid.com Kartik Ravindra Bacchav of Malegaon has cracked the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 and secured a place in the list of toppers released today i.e. Friday March 06, 2026.
(2026-03-11). UPSC Civil Services Result 2025 Out: Full List of Muslim Toppers. ummid.com UPSC Civil Services Result 2025: As many as 44 Muslims figured in the list of 958 candidates who emerged toppers in the Civil Services 2025 exams results of which was declared by the UPSC Friday March 06, 2026.
(2026-03-11). The planet is overheating. Why is the news looking away? grist.org 
(2026-03-11). CPI MP Criticizes PM Modi's Southern Tours Amid LPG Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a pointed critique, Communist Party of India (CPI) MP P Sandosh Kumar accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of making superficial visits to Kerala and Tamil Nadu, suggesting that the trips are marked by "long speeches and empty promises." Kumar made these comments while speaking to ANI outside Parliament on Wednesday.
(2026-03-11). Public warned of fake messages of NPA head Adv Andy Mothibi. sanews.gov.za Public warned of fake messages of NPA head Adv Andy Mothibi | The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has warned the public not to engage with fake social media accounts linked to the prosecutorial body's head, Advocate Andy Mothibi. | "The [NPA] has noted with serious concern the re-emergence of incidents in which individuals are impersonating…Advocate Andy Mothibi, using fraudulent phone numbers and social media profiles. | "It has been brought to the attention of the NPA that certain individuals are circulating messages while falsely claiming to be the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). In som…
(2026-03-11). CNN Journalists arrested by Israel released after 9 hours. ummid.com In yet another move indicative of how Israel regards freedom of press, the right wing Zionist regime arrested two CNN journalists who were broadcasting live outside the headquarters of the Israeli Occupation Forces or IDF in Tel Aviv.
(2026-03-11). Can Nepal Election Favour Return of Hindu Monarchy. ummid.com Both India and the Communist China are closely observing the electoral process in Nepal, and the probable outcome emerging in the next few days.
(2026-03-11). Hedgehogs can hear high-frequency ultrasound — that knowledge could help save them. |
(2026-03-11). AI doesn't 'see' the way that you do, and that could be a problem when it categorizes objects and scenes. |
(2026-03-11). Making good choices when life gets messy — practical wisdom relies on human judgment, not rules. |
(2026-03-11). Mining the ocean floor: 5 deep-sea sources of critical minerals essential to technology, and the fragile marine life at risk. |
(2026-03-11). Why cloud service outages ripple across the internet — and the economy. |
(2026-03-11). Panic buying just makes shortages worse. Why do people do it anyway? |
(2026-03-11). This Sunshine Week, Florida reflects an alarming national trend of blocking the public's access to information. |
(2026-03-11). Gifts from top 50 US philanthropists jumped to $22.4B in 2025 ‚àí Mike Bloomberg, Bill Gates and the estate of Paul Allen lead a list of the biggest givers. |
(2026-03-11). Mali's maestro of African salsa: how Boncana MaàØga shaped dance music. |
(2026-03-11). Mali's maestro of African salsa: how Boncana MaàØga shaped dance music. |
(2026-03-11). Catherine Opie: To Be Seen at The National Portrait Gallery — a reminder of why we go to exhibitions in the first place. |
(2026-03-11). Oil isn't just fuel: Iran conflict could disrupt markets for everything from plastics to fertilizers. |
(2026-03-11). Tenderness and brutality collide in the abject world of Michael Mohammed Ahmad's Bugger. |
(2026-03-11). Abuse, loneliness and financial strain in later life linked to poorer health. |
(2026-03-11). Electric trucks are finally ready for prime time. Could high oil prices speed up the shift? |
(2026-03-11). Fat cells burn energy to make heat — making them the next frontier of weight loss therapies. |
(2026-03-11). From bodice rippers to romantasy, romance novels are dominating the book market — and rewriting women's sexual power. |
(2026-03-11). Canada's three main federal political parties are working together to fight voter privacy rights. |
(2026-03-11). Trump's war against Iran is uniquely unpopular among US military actions of the past century. |
(2026-03-11). Astrophysicists trace the origin of valuable metals in space, from colliding stars to merging galaxies. |
(2026-03-11). Generative AI can play a role uplifting family and community in early childhood education. |
(2026-03-11). Is AI replacing the work of skilled radiologists? They give us their thoughts. |
(2026-03-11). Just thinking about tequila, whiskey or wine shifts your mindset — new research. |
(2026-03-11). Indie coffee shops are meant to counter corporate behemoths like Starbucks — so why do they all look the same? |
(2026-03-11). Bird losses are accelerating across North America, particularly in farming regions where agriculture is most intensive. |
(2026-03-11). Women of the Rosenstrasse protest challenged the Nazi regime for their detained Jewish husbands' freedom — and won. |
(2026-03-11). Why sepsis is becoming harder to treat in Europe. |
(2026-03-11). Dreaming in Colour: dreamlike images and uneasy visions flood London's Opera Gallery. |
(2026-03-11). Help for athletes, bans for others: unpacking Australia's complex, chaotic migration developments. |
(2026-03-11). Alaska's glacial lakes are expanding, increasing the risk of destructive outburst floods. |
(2026-03-11). Iran war: 4 big questions that help clarify the future of the Middle East. |
(2026-03-11). View from The Hill: it's now Canavan v Joyce after the Nationals opt for the radical leadership option. |
(2026-03-11). Iraq war's aftermath was a disaster for the US — the Iran war is headed in the same direction. |
(2026-03-11). Notions of 'Christendom' often miss the mark — medieval Europe's ideas about faith and power were not so simple. |
(2026-03-11). Pregnancy changes the brain — and we are only beginning to understand how and why. |
(2026-03-11). Universities survived Trump's 2025 funding freeze, but the money still isn't flowing to researchers. |
(2026-03-11). Your cat is likely to live longer if you don't let them roam — new study. |
(2026-03-11). Higher buprenorphine doses help patients stay in opioid use disorder treatment, new study finds. |
(2026-03-11). NACC investigation into Robodebt reveals public service corruption, but it will take much more to fix the system. |
(2026-03-11). Canciller cubano sostiene comunicación telefónica con sus pares de Kuwait, EAU y Qatar. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, sostuvo este martes conversaciones con sus pares de Kuwait, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos (EAU) y Qatar para intercambiar opiniones sobre la escalada estadounidense en el Oriente Medio.
(2026-03-11). Canciller cubano sostiene comunicación telefónica con sus pares de Kuwait, EAU y Qatar. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, sostuvo este martes conversaciones con sus pares de Kuwait, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos (EAU) y Qatar para intercambiar opiniones sobre la escalada estadounidense en el Oriente Medio.
(2026-03-11). Armada estadounidense se niega a escoltar petroleros en el estrecho de Ormuz. cubadebate.cu La Armada de Estados Unidos ha rechazando solicitudes casi diariamente de navieras para que escolte barcos durante su paso por el estrecho de Ormuz, en medio de las amenazas de Irán de atacar a cualquier embarcación que intente cruzar la vía fluvial, informa Reuters.
(2026-03-11). Nuevas reglas para el uso de la energía en el sector no estatal: Una radiografía de la política y su implementación. cubadebate.cu En un contexto electroenergético difícil, marcado por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense, las limitaciones en la generación y el alto costo del subsidio estatal a la electricidad, Cuba ha dado un paso decisivo en la extensión de los planes mensuales de consumo eléctrico a todas las formas de gestión no estatal.
(2026-03-11). Nuevas reglas para el uso de la energía en el sector no estatal: Una radiografía de la política y su implementación. cubadebate.cu En un contexto electroenergético difícil, marcado por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense, las limitaciones en la generación y el alto costo del subsidio estatal a la electricidad, Cuba ha dado un paso decisivo en la extensión de los planes mensuales de consumo eléctrico a todas las formas de gestión no estatal.
(2026-03-11). L'Europa compra armi, l'America compra bunker. strategic-culture.su Il Vecchio Continente diventa il primo importatore di armi al mondo mentre i funzionari di Trump si costruiscono rifugi nucleari. Due facce della stessa guerra. | Segue nostro L'Europa primo importatore di armi al mondo | Il 9 marzo 2026 lo Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) ha pubblicato il suo rapporto annuale sui trasferimenti di armi convenzionali. Il dato principale è inequivocabile: l'Europa è diventata la pr…
(2026-03-10). Trump, Netanyahu clash over Israel's Iran fuel strikes and oil shock fears. hindustantimes.com Tensions are rising between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Israel's large-scale strikes on Iranian fuel depots reportedly caught Washington off guard. U.S. officials fear the attacks on energy infrastructure could spike global oil prices and strengthen Iran's leadership amid the escalating war. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Tehran has "many surprises in store," hinting at further retaliation targeting regional energy assets.
(2026-03-10). Has Netanyahu defeated Trump? The honorless war on Iran and the question of Israeli nuclear blackmail. strategic-culture.su When you dance with the devil, the dance isn't done until you are done. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | When you dance with the…
(2026-03-10). Bombs, Lies, and Nuclear Threats: Wilkerson Sounds Alarm on Escalating Iran War. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff As President Trump flails between bragging and backtracking, the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has entered its 11th day, leaving a trail of death, destruction, and global alarm. "We have bombed civilians relentlessly. We have bombed a school. We have bombed a hospital," says retired Army Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former chief of staff to …
(2026-03-10). "This is Another Instance of Trump Lying and Just Talking Out of His Ass," scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff The Trump administration rushed to deny responsibility when reports emerged that a girls' elementary school in Iran had been obliterated during U.S. and Israeli strikes. Officials suggested the explosion may have been caused by a stray Iranian rocket. But the evidence tells a very different story. "This is another instance of Trump lying …
(2026-03-10). Trump Claims War Is "Very Complete" as US-Israeli Strikes Pummel Iran. truthout.org President Donald Trump claimed that his war on Iran is "very complete" just before markets closed on Monday, causing oil prices to calm — then contradicted himself a few hours later, promising to "not relent" as the U.S. and Israel carried out some of worst bombardments of the war all the while, locals said. In an interview with CBS on Monday afternoon, Trump said, "I think the war is very… |
(2026-03-10). Headlines for March 10, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Denies U.S. Responsibility for Bombing of Girls' School That Killed 175 in Iran, Huge Crowds Rally in Tehran to Support New Supreme Leader and Oppose U.S.-Israeli Assault, State Department Orders U.S. Diplomats to Leave Saudi Arabia as Iran Strikes Gulf Neighbors, U.N. Warns Israel's Assault on Lebanon Has Displaced 700,000 People, Oil Prices Fall After Soaring to Nearly $120 a Barrel as Trump Sends Mixed Messages on Iran War, Ukraine Sends Drone Experts to Counter Iranian Attacks Across Mideast, FBI Requests Arizona Voting Records Related to Joe Biden's 2020 Election Victory, New Mexico I…
(2026-03-10). Trump's team terrified after Mojtaba rises? Spooked by Khamenei 2.0, US readies 2,000-pound carnage. hindustantimes.com The U.S. is openly preparing to shift its Iran campaign into a far more brutal air war, with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth using a high-profile 60 Minutes interview to warn that thousands of earlier strikes were "only just the beginning" and that Washington and Israel, which he calls the world's unmatched air powers, are now ready to unleash waves of 500, 1,000 and 2,000‚Äëpound gravity bombs on key Iranian military targets – even as questions mount over crashed MQ‚Äë9 Reaper drones, a deadly strike on a girls' school in Minab, and the political shock of Mojtaba Khamenei's rise to…
(2026-03-10). Iran Condemns US-Israeli Strikes on Oil Depots, Calling Them 'Intentional Chemical Warfare'. orinocotribune.com Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says the US-Israeli attacks on fuel storage facilities amount to nothing less than "intentional chemical warfare" against the Iranian citizens. | The National Iranian Oil Refinery and Distribution Company said in a statement that the United States and Israeli regime carried out missile attacks on oil depots in the provinces of Tehran and Alborz late on Saturday as part of their strikes on Iran's infrastructure. | In a post on his X account on Sunday, Baghaei said the US-Israeli criminal war against Iran has entered a dangerous new phase as the enemies conducted "d…
(2026-03-10). US-Israeli Strikes Hit Civilian Targets Across Iran. news.antiwar.com US and Israeli airstrikes have pounded civilian targets across Iran since the war began on February 28, damaging more than 19,734 civilian units, according to the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS). The ICRS said on Tuesday that the figure includes 16,191 residential units, 3,384 commercial units, 77 pharmaceutical and medical centers, and at least 69 …
(2026-03-10). Israel Says It's 'Too Late' for Peace Talks, Lebanon War Will Continue Even if Iran War Ends. news.antiwar.com Israel has rejected Lebanon's recent proposals for negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing Israeli invasion, declaring that it is "too late" for talks and that the war must continue until Hezbollah is completely militarily destroyed. US envoy Tom Barrack reportedly supports the Israeli decision to continue the war, saying the two sides have "nothing to …
(2026-03-10). "Fossil Fuels as a Weapon of War" : U.S.-Israeli War on Iran Exposes World's Dangerous Reliance on Oil. democracynow.org 
Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel this week as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran threatens global energy supplies and the broader economy. Iranian officials say no oil will be allowed to leave the Middle East until the bombardment stops, raising fears of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the waterway through which about 20% of the world's oil and gas flows. This comes as Israel has struck oil depots in Tehran, blanketing the capital in smoke and toxic rain. | "What we're seeing is just one of the clearest depictions yet of the frailty of a global order that is grounded in fossil fuels. All…
(2026-03-10). Trump Administration Quietly Moves to Strip Food Aid From Millions. truthout.org The Trump administration is quietly pursuing a regulatory change that would strip federal nutrition assistance from an estimated 6 million low-income Americans — including nearly two million children — as it spends billions on an illegal, open-ended war on Iran that has killed more than a thousand people and plunged the global economy into chaos. The change sought by the US Department of… |
(2026-03-10). World's Dangerous Reliance on Oil Transforms Fossil Fuels Into Weapons of War. truthout.org Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel this week as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran threatens global energy supplies and the broader economy. Iranian officials say no oil will be allowed to leave the Middle East until the bombardment stops, raising fears of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the waterway through which about 20% of the world's oil and gas flows. This comes as Israel has struck… |
(2026-03-10). Putin warns of Hormuz energy shock, Trump vows US warships will keep oil flowing. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin framed a full Hormuz shutdown as a looming energy catastrophe that could choke oil flows and trigger massive price shocks, while casting Russia as a reliable long‚Äëterm supplier that stands to benefit from market turmoil. In contrast, Donald Trump has publicly vowed that Hormuz will "stay open" under U.S. naval protection, brushing off worst‚Äëcase scenarios and promising American warships will escort tankers to keep oil moving and guarantee the "free flow of energy" despite Iranian threats. Watch for details…
(2026-03-10). Iran War Protests Erupt as US—Israel Offensive Draws Opposition. indybay.org One week into this new war polls show that the American public are opposed to yet another endless war about oil and profits not unlike the recent US invasion of Venezuela. | Before the anti-war protest began, a group of Chinese Lion Dancers who were to perform later in the evening at the annual Chinese New Year's parade, showed their opposition to the unpopular war by performing for activists which in turn attracted numerous tourists and others to see what was going on. Their performance in support for an end to the war energized the crowd before a short rally and march…
(2026-03-10). U.S. war against Iranian women. workers.org 
The following is a talk given at the International Working Women's Day demonstration in Philadelphia on March 8, 2026. We cannot observe International Working Women's Day today without soundly denouncing the war launched by the U.S. and Israel against Iran, and in particular the impact of this brutal war on . . . |
(2026-03-10). Europe Offers Little Hope for People in Iran Trying to Flee US and Israeli Bombs. truthout.org Earlier this week, as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran intensified, U.K. Reform Party leader Nigel Farage doubled down on his anti-immigrant and anti-refugee stances. If, he declared, refugees start leaving Iran in large numbers, they will have to be housed in the Middle East; Britain simply can't take in any more. Farage spoke about the U.S.-Israeli operation in Iran in glowing terms. |
(2026-03-10). The Unexpected Winner of the Iran War? Green Energy in Asia and Europe. juancole.com Asian and European countries left exposed as the war in the Persian Gulf disrupts oil and gas supply chains look again at their energy mix. | In early March, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) responded to US and Israeli attacks against the country by
(2026-03-10). Trump tries desperately to please both oil execs and Israel. thecanary.co 
Trump's illegal and unprovoked attack on Iran is having a massive impact on oil and gas prices. On 9 March, US president Donald Trump tried convincing the markets that his 'Israel first' war was "very complete" and would end "very soon". The problem, which he does not see, is that you can't please Israel AND […] | By
(2026-03-10). Nigel Farage's Humiliating Iran U-Turn Should Be a Lesson for Keir Starmer. bylinetimes.com Keir Starmer has not only taken the correct and popular position on Donald Trump's Iran war, but he has also now forced his political and media opponents into reversing their support for it. | In the immediate aftermath of Trump launching his attack on Iran, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage condemned Starmer for refusing to send British forces into action, saying that it would be "worth" Britain getting involved and that "we should do all we can" to help US forces. | His Deputy, Richard Tice, agreed, saying that if Reform were in power "we would be helping the Americans and the Israelis in any way they saw approp…
(2026-03-10). Ukraine no longer priority for Western allies as weapons and aid redirected to Middle East. infobrics.org Zelensky says 11 countries asked Ukraine for drone help against Iran.
(2026-03-10). Epstein files expose capitalist sexual predators — including Trump. workers.org 
There can be no doubt that President Donald Trump epitomizes capitalist depravity. Now there's even more proof from the Epstein files with a woman accusing Trump of sexually abusing her when she was a teenager — abuse that Epstein allegedly arranged. Survivors of Epstein's abuse and their family members demand . . . |
(2026-03-10). New Repatriation Flights Arrive as SOUTHCOM Conducts Unreported Patrols on Venezuela's Territory. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Recent flight data and statistics
| So far in 2026, 21 repatriation flights ha…
(2026-03-10). Jessica Dos Santos: Venezuela's Major Developments Since Jan. 3 Attacks. orinocotribune.com By Jessica Dos Santos — Mar 3, 2026 | VA columnist Jessica Dos Santos walks readers through a flurry of major developments Venezuela has gone through since the Jan. 3 US attacks. | A couple of weeks ago, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright did not just
(2026-03-10). Venezuela Repudiates US Senator's Hostile Rhetoric, Calls for Respectful Dialogue. orinocotribune.com The foreign affairs minister of Venezuela, Yván Gil, Gil emphasized that it is imperative to protect the progress achieved in restoring diplomatic and consular ties, keeping them away from individual agendas that sabotage mutual understa…
(2026-03-10). Minsk to switch to LED street lighting by 2030. eng.belta.by "By 2030, Minsk will switch to LED lights, which will reduce energy consumption and improve road safety," Director of Mingorsvet Aleksandr Vorobtsov said.
(2026-03-10). China's Export Boom Exposes the Myth of Economic War. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff For years Americans have been told that tariffs, trade wars, and geopolitical brinkmanship would finally slow China's economic rise. The promise was simple: punish Beijing, rebuild American industry, and force global supply chains to bend back toward Washington. Yet the latest trade data suggests something quite different. Instead of collapsing under pressure, China's …
(2026-03-10). President Ramaphosa reaffirms strong SA—Brazil partnership during State Visit. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa reaffirms strong SA—Brazil partnership during State Visit | President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with Brazil during his State Visit to the Federative Republic of Brazil. | Speaking in Brasília on Monday, following bilateral talks with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the President said the discussions focused on expanding cooperation between the two countries and advancing mutually beneficial programmes that support economic growth and development. | President Ramaphosa thanked the Brazilian government for the…
(2026-03-10). Four bodies recovered by KZN rescue teams. sanews.gov.za Four bodies recovered by KZN rescue teams | Six people were swept away when their vehicle attempted to cross a flooded low-lying bridge in eNadi, eMabovini, after 19: 00 last Thursday evening. | Search and rescue teams recovered the bodies of two females; the first was located in the iNadi River (uMsinga) and the second in the uThukela River on the Nkandla Local Municipality side. | One of the deceased females was pregnant. | On Saturday, further rescue operations led to the recovery of two more victims from the uThukela River: a female on the uMsinga side and a male at eMakhabeleni within the uMvoti Local Munici…
(2026-03-10). Wednesday 3/11: International Day March 2026. indybay.org Market and Montgomery St, San Francisco…
(2026-03-10). Australia's $300b AUKUS bet hinges on Britain's submarine capacity. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-10). Israel Googling Real Names of Anonymous X Users. scheerpost.com Alan MacLeod for MintPress News wide range of anonymous X (Twitter) users have reported that their real names are suddenly being Googled in Israel shortly after they began criticizing the country for its actions in Palestine. Some connected the phenomenon to Au10tix, the software X requires users (even anonymous ones) to use in order to verify …
(2026-03-10). Congressional Stock Trading Ban Backed by Trump Is Full of Loopholes. truthout.org An analysis of a stock trading ban supported by President Donald Trump demonstrates that the bill would do very little to curtail insider trading, essentially rendering the proposal meaningless. Trump told Congress at his annual State of the Union address that he wanted a bill passed that would ban lawmakers from taking advantage of loopholes that allow for insider trading. |
(2026-03-10). Why Personalized Books for Kids Create a Stronger Reading Connection. moguldom.com Reading is one of the most important activities in a child's early development. Through stories, children learn language, explore emotions, and develop imagination. For generations, traditional children's books and picture books have played a central role in helping young readers build these skills. However, a new approach to storytelling is becoming increasingly popular: personalized books …
(2026-03-10). President Maduro sends message of faith and popular organization from kidnapping in New York. mronline.org 
The text calls for building a popular, just, and moral government, where the direct participation of communities is the guarantee of lasting peace with social justice for all families.
(2026-03-10). Labour MPs demand meeting with Travelodge after horrifying sexual assault. thecanary.co 
Over 100 Labour MPs have co-signed a letter to the CEO of Travelodge to request a meeting to discuss a sexual assault that occurred in the hotel chain. According to the letter, a woman was sexually assaulted after making a solo booking at the hotel — only for staff to give her attacker a key […] | By
(2026-03-10). Belarusian Paralympians begin competition at Winter Games in Italy. eng.belta.by Belarusian skiers will hold their first races today at the XIV Paralympic Winter Games in Italy, BelTA has learned.
(2026-03-10). Gallup ends Presidential approval polling after 88 years—likely because a President disapproved. mronline.org 
The truth is, with all the other polls that exist today, hardly anyone seems to notice.
(2026-03-10). Heated Rivalry stars call out bigoted abuse from fans. thecanary.co 
The stars of Heated Rivalry are calling out their own fans for the sheer amount of horrific abuse being levelled at them Hudson Williams and Francois Arnaud both posted on their respective Instagram stories: Don't call yourself a fan if you share racist/ homophobic/ biphobic/ misogynist/ ageist/ ableist/ parasocial/ bigoted comments of any kind None […] | By
(2026-03-10). Information integrity a 'defining challenge' of the 21st century, says Morolong. sanews.gov.za Information integrity a 'defining challenge' of the 21st century, says Morolong | Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong has called for a collective African approach to tackling one of the defining governance challenges of the 21st century: information integrity. | The Deputy Minister delivered an address at the 2026 TikTok Safer Internet Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya, on Tuesday. | Drawing on the work of historian Yuval Harari, Morolong warned that although social media platforms present opportunities, these networks have evolved into a part of a "new digital bureaucracy". | "[Today] humanity has creat…
(2026-03-10). Movement To Create Unregulated 'Billionaire Fiefdoms' Gaining Momentum. popularresistance.org The Trump Administration is supporting the development of privatized libertarian enclaves that are not subject to local or national laws where the wealthy can exploit land and peoples for profit. Known as the Network State Movement, many of these 'special economic free zones' already exist in the United States and around the world, but their backers, such as Peter Thiel of Palantir, are searching for a place to create the first private 'nation'. Clearing the FOG speaks with Dr. Beth Geglia, an anthropologist and documentarian who focuses on tech-futurist territorial movements, about the first zones, how Trump's B…
(2026-03-10). US designates Afghanistan 'State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention'. dawn.com WASHINGTON: The United States on Monday designated Afghanistan as a 'State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention', with Secretary of State Marco Rubio accusing the Taliban of using hostage-taking as leverage against Washington. | Earlier, in February, The announcement came as Washington sharpened its criticism of Taliban policies at the United Nations Security Counci…
(2026-03-10). BRICS and Africa: A New Era of Multilateral Partnerships for 2026. infobrics.org BRICS giants have achieved structural transformation, industrialisation and are scaling in global technology value chains. These are also lessons for many emerging nations in Africa…
(2026-03-10). The Deep Biosocial Roots of Egalitarian Politics. dissidentvoice.org 
Anthropological confirmation of primitive communism | When Marx and Engels proclaimed that the first human societies practiced "primitive communism" they hardly had much company. In the first half of the 20th century two exceptions were the archeologist V. Gordon Childe and later on the anthropologist Leslie White. It was only in the 1960s and 1970s that empirical confirmation of hunter-gatherers came forth to be seen in the works of Marshall Sahlins' Stone Age Economics, Morton Fried's The Evolution of Political Society and Elman Service's Primitive Social Organization.
(2026-03-10). All JetBlue flights grounded by US aviation authority. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The American aviation authority grounded all JetBlue flights, AFP reported Tuesday.The reason behind the decision is unknown, as no clarification has been made yet.The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported it was grounding all JetBlue flights after a request by the airline.The decision included all JetBlue flights to all destinations, the FAA added.
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(2026-03-10). President Trump Refuses To Sign Bills Until SAVE America Act Passes. newsone.com 
Source: The Washington Post / Getty | On Sunday, President Donald Trump posted on social media that he wouldn't sign any more legislation unless Congress passes the SAVE America Act. |
(2026-03-10). Congo Miners Keep Dying for Minerals That Power U.S. Tech. capitalbnews.org 
When the earth caved in eastern Congo last week, more than 200 Congolese miners were buried alive. Those who survived spent the next several days pulling hundreds of bodies from the red clay that has become increasingly essential to powering the evolution of technology within the U.S. The collapse came less than a month after …
(2026-03-10). Poisoned policy: How 1080 baiting exposes Australia's pest control crisis. independentaustralia.net 
(2010-03-26). Ex-Meta AI chief Yann LeCun's AMI raises $1.03 billion for alternative AI approach. tribune.com.pk 
Advanced Machine Intelligence, the startup founded by former Meta Platforms chief AI scientist Yann LeCun, said on Tuesday it raised $1.03 billion based on a $3.50 billion pre-money valuation, as it seeks to commercialise artificial intelligence systems built around reasoning, planning and "world models." | The financing positions the company as a test of LeCun's belief that today's large language models fall short of human-level reasoning and autonomy. | Advanced Machine Intelligence (AMI) is building a new breed of AI systems that understand the world, have per…
(2026-03-10). Who are the top contenders for the Champions League title? thecanary.co 
Arsenal topped Opta's list of favorites to win the UEFA Champions League title ahead of the Round of 16, a surprising result considering the London club has never lifted the continental trophy. According to details published on The Analyst website, the network gave Arsenal a clear advantage of 26.7% to win the title, ahead of […] | By
(2026-03-10). Rumeen Farhana on politics, purpose, and the fight ahead in Bangladesh. globalvoices.org From party castaway to independent victor, Bangladesh's 'Mother of Ducks' rises unbowed, undefeated, unapologeticOriginally published on Image provided by Rumeen Farhana. Used with permission. | Forget the "
(2010-03-26). Dar holds phone call with Bahrain FM amid ME tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke late Monday night with Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, to discuss recent developments in the Middle East, according to a post on X by the Foreign Office. | According to…
(2026-03-10). Lukashenko receives National Bank report, advocates for healthy competition on key national issues. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has received a report on the current activities of the National Bank in the context of the country's economic development objectives.
(2026-03-10). Why Is Haiti Using Explosive Drones Against Gangs — And Why Are Critics Alarmed? newsone.com 
(2026-03-10). Married to burden, divorced from my dreams. electronicintifada.net I am responsible for 22 members of my family and unable to start one of my own.
(2026-03-10). One of the Best San Fernando Valley Coffee Shops Owes Its Success to Argentine Culture. lataco.com Mate has been enjoyed in the region for centuries, originally by the Indigenous Guaraní people and eventually spread by Jesuit missionaries. In time, the drink became a symbol of unity and togetherness since it is a common pastime in Argentina.
(2026-03-10). Latin American Federation of Journalists reiterates support for Cuba. radiohc.cu Members of the Latin American Federation of Journalists (FELAP) reiterated their support for Cuba today in its defense of the truth, at a time when hegemonic media outlets around the world are spreading lies in service of imperialist interests. | This Latin American support was expressed at the virtual meeting FELAP: 50 Years of Journalism in Brotherhood, organized by the Union of Journalists of Cuba (UPEC) as part of the events commemorating Press Day in Cuba. | The honorary president of the regional organization, Iván Canelas, from Bolivia, emphasized how commercial media outlets wield the lies of U.S. imperial…
(2026-03-10). Wealth, drugs and rape: US luxury real estate stars convicted of sex trafficking. scmp.com Three brothers, including two of America's most successful luxury real estate brokers, were convicted of sex trafficking charges on Monday after a five-week trial over accusations that they used drugs and force to rape scores of women they had dazzled with their wealth and opulent lifestyle. | The verdict came after 11 women testified they were sexually assaulted by one or more of the brothers: twins Oren and Alon Alexander, 38, and Tal Alexander, 39. All three of the men shook their heads as the…
(2026-03-10). The Bad Jobs Report: Blame It on the Weather? counterpunch.org 
I hate to be giving the Trump administration excuses for a weak economy, but I do feel an obligation to call the data as I see it and not make it up for political convenience. And the excuse actually does not buy them much anyhow. The seemingly simple point is that we might well have
(2026-03-10). Billionaires Are Swaying Elections in All Corners of America. portside.org Billionaires Are Swaying Elections in All Corners of America |
(2026-03-10). World's largest pension fund dumps company over plantation violations. thecanary.co 
The world's largest pension fund has revealed that it sold its shares in the Bolloré group, a powerful French conglomerate. This was due to unresolved concerns about "serious human rights violations" at a plantation company which Bolloré partly owned. A report from the Norwegian Bank Investment Management (NBIM) made the decision public on 26 February. The […] | By
(2026-03-10). Lukashenko suggests experiment for improving sandy soil fertility. eng.belta.by The president pointed out that some fields in Belarus are located on hills and contain sandy soil. This is why the head of state suggested staging an experiment that may increase the quality of these fields. Trying to mix organic fertilizers with peat and potash salt waste is the idea.
(2026-03-10). Farage's Trump fandom is a turn-off for Reform voters. thecanary.co 
A new YouGov poll suggests that Nigel Farage's continued admiration for US fascist Donald Trump is electorally damaging for Farage's Reform UK. Moreover, his would-be closeness to Trump makes the damage worse. No love gained A new YouGov poll shows that, overall, the UK population despises Trump — with more than two-thirds describing themselves as […] | By
(2026-03-10). Sweden illegally intercepts Russian ship. infobrics.org Europe is escalating tensions with Russia in the maritime environment.
(2026-03-10). NHS must end postcode lottery on flexible working. thecanary.co 
NHS leaders must make flexible working the norm to deliver better patient care and help resolve the staffing crisis, say unions. A coalition of 18 unions representing every part of the NHS workforce has launched a new initiative to promote more choice for staff over how, when and where they work. The Get Ahead on […] | By
(2026-03-10). Crushing the right to conscientiously object. strategic-culture.su By Elizabeth VOS | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Elizabeth Vos on the social-media suppression of information that could help U.S…
(2026-03-10). Call for stronger SA-Brazil trade and investment ties. sanews.gov.za Call for stronger SA-Brazil trade and investment ties | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for stronger economic cooperation and increased trade between South Africa and Brazil, describing the partnership between the two countries as key to advancing inclusive growth and development in the Global South. ⚪ Speaking at the Brazil—South Africa Business Forum in Brasília during his
(2026-03-10). Family courts legal changes to protect children from abusive parents are one step closer. thecanary.co 
An overhaul of the family courts system means that children will be better protected from abusive parents under a new law that MPs are set to debate today at a second reading of the Courts and Tribunals Bill. Under the new Courts and Tribunals Bill, the government will revoke the law that judged a child […] | By
(2026-03-10). Islamabad police release Aurat March activists a day after detention; probe demanded into 'manhandling' of detainees. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: Aurat March organisers, civil society members, and rights groups accused the authorities on Monday of manhandling and threatening women's rights activists who had been detained the previous day in Islamabad. | The assertions were made at a press conference after police released all 44 activists Police cited the imposition of Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code and the…
(2026-03-10). The New Yorker's Wunmi Mosaku Illustration Reads Like A Visual Version Of The N-Word. newsone.com 
Source: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Getty | When readers opened the latest edition of the New Yorker and saw the illustrated portrait accompanying its profile of Wunmi Mosaku, many had the same immediate reaction: Who is that supposed to be? | The drawing, rendered in the magazine's familiar editorial illustration style, shows Mosaku standing stiffly in front of shelves of apothecary jars. She wears a loose blue jacket over a plain shirt. The clothing is shapeless, and her posture is rigid. Her expression is muted. Her features are flattened almost to the point of anonymity. | Without the caption, most readers woul…
(2026-03-10). The United States Is On The Path To Fascism; How To Change Course. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer As the United States hurtles deeper into political, economic, and imperial crisis, the word "fascism" is no longer rhetorical—it's descriptive. On this week's Clearing the FOG, Margaret Flowers speaks with attorney, longtime movement organizer, and Law and Disorder co‚Äëhost Michael Steven Smith about his new book, From the Flag to the …
(2026-03-10). U.S. support for Israel continues to plummet, despite media's best efforts. mondoweiss.net 
A fake scandal involving Rama Duwaji's Instagram likes reveals how desperate pro-Israel pundits are grasping at straws as support for the country plummets in the U.S.
(2026-03-10). Iraq requests postponement of 2026 World Cup playoff match. thecanary.co 
The Football Association which administers football in Iraq has requested FIFA postpone the national men's team's World Cup 2026 playoff match, scheduled for March 31 in Monterrey, Mexico. The request for postponement stems from the security situation in the Middle East and the inability of the team to travel from Baghdad, according to a source […] | By
(2026-03-10). Pípsell: The last stand (Documentary). scheerpost.com Brandi Morin The Real News Network (TRNN) In their new feature documentary, Pípsell: The Last Stand, award-winning journalist Brandi Morin and filmmaker Geordie Day expose the human and environmental costs of Canada's TMX pipeline. he costly completion of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project (TMX)—Canada's only pipeline system transporting crude oil from Alberta to the …
(2026-03-10). Snap combat readiness inspection begins at 62nd Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment. eng.belta.by On 9 March, as part of the Armed Forces combat readiness inspection, the regiment commander received an order authorizing the snap inspection on the instruction of the president of Belarus.
(2026-03-10). Chasing Sunsets and Serenity: Experiencing the Smokies as a Couple. moguldom.com There's something about the Smoky Mountains that slows you down in the best way. The mist that settles over the ridges in the morning. The way sunsets seem to linger just a little longer. The quiet moments that feel easy to share when you're far from schedules and screens. For couples, the Smokies offer more …
(2026-03-10). Colectivo y Colaboradores de La Jornada de México llaman a la solidaridad con Cuba. cubadebate.cu Hacemos un firme llamado a la solidaridad con el pueblo cubano y a poner fin al unilateralismo soberbio y agresivo. Respaldamos y convocamos a apoyar todas las acciones gubernamentales o ciudadanas que se emprendan con el fin de proteger el bienestar, la integridad y la dignidad humanas en Cuba.
(2026-03-10). Una treintena de actores económicos no estatales han concretado la compra de divisas de Villa Clara. cubadebate.cu Treinta y nueve actores económicos del sector no estatal en Villa Clara han concretado la compra de divisas a través del Banco de Crédito y Comercio (Bandec), como parte de las transformaciones implementadas en el mercado cambiario cubano. Desde el pasado mes de enero reciben y procesan solicitudes de adquisición de moneda extranjera.
(2026-03-10). Vea Cuadrando la Caja: Autonomía municipal en Cuba øuna quimera? cubadebate.cu Expertos y académicos analizaron en Cuadrando la Caja sobre la Autonomía municipal en Cuba. Algunas de sus interrogantes fueron eje de análisis durante el programa. Síguenos en nuestras redes sociales.
(2026-03-10). Saturday 3/14: Lecture 5: Palestinian Palestine During the Mandate. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave, Albany…
(2026-03-10). Australia to send missiles to UAE, surveillance plane to help Gulf defence. aljazeera.com Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said missiles and reconnaissance plane will be sent to region.
(2026-03-10). North Korea denounces 'muscle-flexing' US-South Korean military exercises. aljazeera.com North Korea's Kim Yo Jong said the annual 'Freedom Shield' exercises could lead to 'unimaginably terrible consequences'.
(2026-03-10). Trump threatens Cuba again, says island nation may face 'friendly takeover'. aljazeera.com The US president repeats claims that Cuba is ready to negotiate as it faces a spiralling energy and economic crisis.
(2026-03-10). Taking the wealth the plunder and impoverishment of West Papua. asiapacificreport.nz 
REVIEW: By Lee Duffield Declining population in West Papua, and critical loss of life through clashes with the Indonesia military raise the question of genocide in a new book by Brisbane writer Dr Greg Poulgrain. This work, Curse of Gold, published in English by Kompas, as the title indicates traces the roots of subjugation going…
(2026-03-11). US-Israeli war on Iran confusion clouds 'off-ramp' hope, says analyst. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report A professor of US and international politics at University College Dublin, says Washington's objectives in the war against Iran are "slightly different" than Israel's. "They didn't necessarily want regime change; they want regime surrender — the regime to give up its nuclear programme entirely, to give up its ballistic missile programme, to…
(2026-03-11). French Polynesia urges Pacific to unite amid rising global tensions. asiapacificreport.nz 
By 'Alakihihifo Vailala of PMN News French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson says growing global instability is a reminder that Pacific nations must strengthen cooperation within the region. Speaking to PMN News in an exclusive interview, Brotherson said the Pacific must focus on deeper partnerships with neighbours such as New Zealand to build resilience against external…
(2026-03-11). Chuck Schumer: Man of Peace. dissidentvoice.org For many years, Senator Charles Schumer demanded tougher and tougher sanctions on the people of Iran, as he shamelessly documents on his own website. He insisted on a Cuba-like blockade, punishing and deterring any company or nation from providing life-support to Iran. He predicted, ludicrously but proudly, that such punishing sanctions might lead to an …
(2026-03-11). Over 1,300 Iranian civilians killed, nearly 10,000 civilian sites destroyed in U.S.-Israeli military strikes: Iran's UN envoy. ecns.cn More than 1,300 civilians have been killed and 9,669 civilian sites destroyed in Iran in the military strikes launched by the United States and Israel since Feb. 28, Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations, said Tuesday.
(2026-03-11). U.S. stocks end little changed amid oil price volatility. ecns.cn U.S. stocks closed relatively flat in choppy trading on Tuesday as investors digested the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and navigated volatility in the energy markets.
(2026-03-11). UAE defense ministry says intercepts new missiles, drones targeting Dubai. ecns.cn The UAE Ministry of Defense said early Wednesday that its air defense systems were responding to incoming missile and drone threats originating from Iran.
(2026-03-11). China's top political advisory body holds closing meeting of annual session. ecns.cn The closing meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) is held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 11, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Smart-Made in China, more than "Made in China" | Views From Chang'an Avenue. ecns.cn Have you used anything made in China? Which areas do you hope "Made in China" will become smarter in? Let's head to Chang'an Avenue and hear what Chinese and foreign passersby have to say.
(2026-03-11). South Africa sees value in China's advances in canned fruit industry. ecns.cn Jacques Jordaan, CEO of the South African Canning Fruit Producers' Association, said China's canned fruit industry has made significant progress in areas such as brand building, market development, and research and technology, offering experience and innovations that could benefit producers in South Africa.
(2026-03-11). Chinese lawmakers submit 226 proposals to annual legislative session. ecns.cn Staff work at the secretariat of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing, capital of China, March 10, 2026.
(2026-03-11). China's annual vegetable output tops 800 million metric tons: minister. ecns.cn China's vegetable output exceeded 800 million metric tons in 2025, while fruit production surpassed 360 million metric tons, placing the country among the world's top producers in both total output and per capita supply, China's agriculture minister Han Jun said during the country's annual "two sessions" meetings.
(2026-03-11). China's defense spending maintains reasonable growth. ecns.cn China pursues a sustainable and integrated development of both its defense capabilities and economic strengths, and determines the scale of the nation's defense expenditure in a reasonable manner, a senior military official said on Tuesday.
(2026-03-11). Over 10,000 Chinese passengers have safely return to China from Middle East countries. ecns.cn Over 10,000 Chinese passengers have safely returned to China from countries including the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Tuesday at a regular press conference.
(2026-03-11). Comicomment: The divide between stability and turmoil. ecns.cn Public safety is the foundation of good governance and long-term stability. Tolerating violent law enforcement erodes trust and deepens social divisions, while a safe and orderly society reflects a nation's true governance capacity.
(2026-03-11). Foreign trade lifts prospects for growth. ecns.cn China's foreign trade rose 18.3 percent year-on-year to 7.73 trillion yuan ($1.12 trillion) in the first two months of this year, data released on Tuesday by the General Administration of Customs showed.
(2026-03-11). Motions prioritize emerging industries. ecns.cn The majority of motions submitted by lawmakers during the ongoing fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress have focused on the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), emphasizing the promotion of emerging industries, the session's secretariat stated.
(2026-03-11). CPPCC members attend group interview ahead of closing meeting of annual session. ecns.cn Members of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) attend a group interview ahead of the closing meeting of the fourth session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 11, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Nepal's Yeti Airlines to operate limited domestic flights on March 5. ecns.cn According to multiple Nepali media reports on March 3, Yeti Airlines had previously announced that it would suspend all scheduled domestic flights on March 5.
(2026-03-11). Reusable rocket models being developed. ecns.cn China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the country's leading space contractor, is working to develop two reusable rocket models, a top rocket scientist said.
(2026-03-11). U.S. Senate approves Joshua Rudd as leader of NSA and Cyber Command. ecns.cn The U.S. Senate on Tuesday approved Joshua Rudd to serve as leader of the National Security Agency (NSA) and the U.S. Cyber Command, filling the position that has remained vacant since last April.
(2026-03-11). EconoScope | OpenClaw signals AI's next leap from conversation to action. ecns.cn OpenClaw, an AI agent, has quickly become one of the most popular projects on the code-sharing platform GitHub. Unlike traditional conversational AI systems, OpenClaw, nicknamed "lobster" by users ⚪ is built to take action.
(2026-03-11). Official hails opening-up as opportunity. ecns.cn Despite mounting global uncertainties and economic challenges, China's emphasis on expanding high-quality opening-up presents tremendous opportunities for the world and facilitates even stronger contributions toward global economic growth, said Liu Jieyi, spokesman for the fourth session of the 14th Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee.
(2026-03-11). Comicomment: 169 mentions, 169 unanswered questions. ecns.cn His name is linked with this international scandal, serving as a revealing mirror that exposes the hypocrisy and unmasks the true nature of those involved.
(2026-03-11). China-DPRK to resume passenger train services on March 12. ecns.cn
(2026-03-11). Comicomment: His name appeared 169 times in the file. ecns.cn
(2026-03-11). CPPCC members from sports sector attend panel discussion during 'two sessions'. ecns.cn
(2026-03-11). Stranded Taiwan compatriots from the Middle East arrive in Shanghai en route home. ecns.cn Flight MU704, carrying more than 70 Taiwanese compatriots from the Middle East, landed at Shanghai Pudong International Airport at about 4 a.m. Tuesday, marking the largest group to return via the Chinese mainland since tensions escalated in the region.
(2026-03-10). U.S. stocks finish higher as Trump says war could be over soon. ecns.cn U.S. stocks ended higher on Monday, recovering from early session heavy losses, as indications of a potential swift conclusion to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran triggered a sharp pullback in global oil prices.
(2026-03-10). Chinese FM calls for ceasefire in Gulf region as soon as possible. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday that the highest priority is to achieve a ceasefire as soon as possible, adding that China appreciates the consistent calls from Gulf countries for dialogue and negotiation.
(2026-03-10). China sees biggest fuel price hike in four years. ecns.cn China's refined oil prices have recorded their largest increase in four years as tensions in the Middle East persist and international crude oil prices climb.
(2026-03-10). CIIE Stories | Encounters in the CIIE ecosystem. ecns.cn As a domestic partner to recruit exhibitors for the China International Import Expo (CIIE) Bureau, Lingang Group created a vibrant Lingang Exhibition Area at the 7th CIIE. Within a 2,700-square-meter space, it has brought together 68 foreign brand clusters, showcasing its strong appeal.
(2026-03-10). CIIE Stories | Possibility in every drop for a Danish company. ecns.cn At the China headquarters of Grundfos, a Danish provider of pumps and water solutions, a photo wall captures the deep bond between the company and the China International Import Expo (CIIE) over the years.
(2026-03-10). Chinese FM says all acts of attacking civilians, non-military targets should be condemned. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday that the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of all countries should be respected, and all acts of attacking civilians and non-military targets should be condemned.
(2026-03-10). CIIE Stories | 'Alpaca miracle' across the Pacific. ecns.cn To make their debut at the inaugural China International Import Expo (CIIE), Ma Yuxia and her Peruvian partners jointly founded the brand Warmpaca. When the alpaca dolls were unveiled at a modest nine-square-meter booth, they immediately drew widespread attention, with customers and orders pouring in.
(2026-03-10). CIIE Stories | Wind vane of fashion at CIIE. ecns.cn A regular participant at the CIIE, L'Oréal Group brings fresh creativity to its booth every year. China is the largest export market for French cosmetics, and for L'Oréal, the CIIE is undoubtedly the most important trade show.
(2026-03-10). CIIE Stories | 'CIIE Babies' powered by fast-track approval. ecns.cn In the eyes of many exhibitors, the Medical Equipment and Healthcare Products Exhibition Area is undoubtedly one of the most eye-catching sections at every edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE).
(2026-03-10). Science and tech seen as key to self-reliance. ecns.cn China has highlighted the importance of improving self-reliance and strength in science and technology in its upcoming five-year blueprint, sparking widespread discussions on the sector's role in maintaining national security and enhancing global competitiveness.
(2026-03-10). Respect for IHL supports fundamental human rights in the most extreme circumstances. icrc.org The following is a statement delivered by ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric to the 61st session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on 23 February 2025.
(2026-03-11). War Expands Across Middle East. moderndiplomacy.eu The war involving Iran, the United States and Israel intensified on Wednesday as fresh air strikes and missile attacks were reported across the Middle East while Tehran warned that its security forces were prepared to confront any anti government unrest at home. The conflict, now in its twelfth day, has evolved into a regional confrontation …
(2026-03-11). Middle East War Intensifies as Iran Strikes Back. moderndiplomacy.eu The war between Iran and the alliance of the United States and Israel has entered a dangerous new phase, with fresh air strikes and missile attacks across the region as the conflict stretches into its second week. The latest exchanges of fire have raised fears of a wider regional escalation while also exposing deep internal …
(2026-03-11). Iran War Undermines Trump's Fossil Fuel Push. moderndiplomacy.eu The war involving Iran, the United States and Israel is exposing the risks of the global economy's heavy reliance on fossil fuels, challenging the political case made by Donald Trump for doubling down on oil and gas production. The conflict has triggered major disruptions in global energy markets, echoing the shock that followed the Russian …
(2026-03-11). IEA Considers Record Oil Release. moderndiplomacy.eu The global energy market is bracing for emergency intervention as the International Energy Agency considers the largest release of strategic oil reserves in its history to contain rising crude prices triggered by the war involving Iran, the United States and Israel. The proposal, first reported by the The Wall Street Journal, comes as the expanding …
(2026-03-11). Trump Announces New US Refinery With Reliance. moderndiplomacy.eu Donald Trump announced plans for a new oil refinery on the southern border of the United States, backed by India's energy giant Reliance Industries, as Washington seeks to expand domestic fuel production amid rising gasoline prices triggered by the war involving Iran and Israel. The announcement comes at a politically sensitive moment, with energy costs …
(2026-03-11). China Moves to Reclaim Influence Over North Korea. moderndiplomacy.eu Relations between China and North Korea appear to be entering a new phase as both sides cautiously rebuild economic and political ties after several years of relative distance. The shift comes as Beijing seeks to reassert its traditional influence over Pyongyang at a moment when the North Korean leadership has deepened cooperation with Russia following …
(2026-03-10). Iran war tests Egypt's unsteady economy. moderndiplomacy.eu The U. S.-Israeli conflict with Iran is increasing pressure on Egypt's already fragile economy. This situation has led to higher energy costs, reduced exports, and foreign investors selling their treasury holdings. Analysts highlight that Egypt, with a population of nearly 120 million, is viewed by many Western nations as crucial for regional stability. Previous unrest …
(2026-03-10). Dollar Steadies, Oil Pulls Back After Trump Signals Iran War May End Soon. moderndiplomacy.eu Global currency and commodity markets stabilised slightly on Tuesday after a volatile start to the week triggered by the war involving Iran, United States and Israel. The U.S. dollar steadied against major currencies after earlier declines, following remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump that the conflict could end "very soon." Financial markets had been thrown …
(2026-03-10). How One Institutional Failure Enables Another. moderndiplomacy.eu The debate over the leadership change at Bangladesh Bank is, at its core, a debate about the rules of the game in a post-uprising state. For now, the current administration has turned a blind eye to the issue, saying the removal of a fixed-term governor is a 'natural process' done by every government, so it …
(2026-03-11). Pixels, wool, and faith: The art of Iraqi artist Hussein Shikha. newarab.com 
Hussein draws inspiration from ancient and contemporary Iraqi and Arab histories and memories. He engages with different symbologies, looking at tapestries and Mesopotamian artefacts, especially from Southern Iraq, to speculate on a new way in which this imagery could exist. | In his work, abstract and fantastical motifs immerse the viewer…
(2026-03-11). UN rights chief slams 'tit-for-tat dynamic' in Iran war. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Jury awards $667K to Muslims pepper-sprayed by prison guards. newarab.com 
A federal jury on Monday awarded $667,000 in damages to a group of The lawsuit in eastern Missouri's The money will be distributed among eight men who were handcuffed, pepper-spray…
(2026-03-11). Blacklisted Israel tycoon firm settles DRC probe for $30 million. newarab.com 
A former holding company of US-sanctioned In 2018, Dutch investigators had launched a probe into whether Fleurette, a
(2026-03-11). Global energy body discusses releasing strategic oil reserves. newarab.com 
Member states of the International Energy Agency (IEA) met on Tuesday for crisis talks to assess security of supply and the potential release of emergency stocks as the In a statement following a Paris meeting of G7 energy ministers on the economic fallout of the conflict, IEA executive director Fatih Birol said he was "in close contact" with energy ministers from key energy producers and consumers regarding the situation. | "In oil markets, conditions have deteriorated in recent days. In additi…
(2026-03-11). Drone strike hits US diplomatic facility in Iraq: report. newarab.com 
(2026-03-10). Egypt keeps bread subsidies, raises fuel prices. newarab.com 
Egypt will maintain the prices of Egypt, one of the world's biggest importers of wheat and gas, will "take precautionary spending rationalisation measures", Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said, as the region reels from the economic impact o…
(2026-03-10). US issues terrorist designation for Muslim Brotherhood in Sudan. newarab.com 
The designation, which will be effective in a week, comes after the US in January made the same declaration for several other Brotherhood branches, including in its historic base of Egypt. | The Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, which has been
(2026-03-10). India tightens gas supplies over Iran war. newarab.com 
(2026-03-10). Britain sets new definition of anti-Muslim hostility. newarab.com 
Britain has set out a new advisory definition of what it calls The move follows years of political deadlock over how to define anti-Muslim hatred in a way that helps consistent application of the law, but does not shut down or criminalise open de…
(2026-03-10). Influential Israeli rabbi condemns settler attacks. newarab.com 
An influential Israeli rabbi from the Rabbi Elyakim Levanon wrote in an open letter addressed to local youth that "damage to property and, even more so, to any person, Jewish or non-Jewish, is an immoral act". | Palestinian authorities and the Israeli army on Sunday said three Palestinians w…
(2026-03-11). 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.
(2026-03-11). 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.
(2026-03-11). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-11). 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.
(2026-03-11). 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?
(2026-03-11). 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.
(2026-03-11). 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.
(2026-03-11). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-03-11). May budget could reduce inequality, the size of government and its taxes? onlineopinion.com.au A radical budget idea: give every Australian shares in the economy and let dividends replace welfare. Could citizen ownership reshape capitalism?
(2026-03-11). Electricity is about to become the most valuable commodity on earth. onlineopinion.com.au Thirty years and $8 trillion on renewables — yet fossil fuels still dominate. Why won't politicians talk about nuclear power?
(2026-03-11). What do we actually know about Iran's nuclear program? Not much. responsiblestatecraft.org Last summer's air strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities failed to resolve the nuclear issue. Instead, they clouded the situation. When Israel attacked Iranian nuclear facilities, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
(2026-03-11). Why Hezbollah's 'irrational' gambit against Israel makes sense. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-03-10). Bohemian Grove: More than a getaway for our war machine elites. responsiblestatecraft.org Dozens of former senior national security and military officials are members of a secret society known as the Bohemian Grove, according to membership lists obtained by RS.The Bohemian Grove is an exclusive mens-only club that hosts a two-week summer retreat for the rich and powerful at a 2,700 acre compound tucked away in the redwoods of Northern California. With a