(2026-03-12). US Forced to Legally Recognize Venezuelan Government, Opens Path to Recovery of $30 Billion in Stolen Assets. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( This was confirmed by a document dated Tuesday, March 11, in which the US Department of State highlights that on March 5, 2026, the US announced the normalization of relations with Venezuela under a government headed by Rodríguez. This decision recognizes her as a state authority for diplomatic and legal purposes. | The docu…
(2026-03-12). Breaking The Nuclear Taboo. popularresistance.org President Trump has been on quite a roll. Since just the beginning of the year, he has kidnapped the Venezuela president, threatened to invade Greenland and Colombia, and has in just the last week dragged the U.S. — and seemingly much of the Middle East ⚪ into a new war by joining with Israel to attack Iran, something that even the biggest hawks among recent U.S. presidents have managed to avoid. That's on top of bombing seven countries in 2025. | The 2024 campaign promises of a peace president who will end the forever wars have evaporated, only to be replaced by unrestrained use of military force and a se…
(2026-03-12). 'Expel US, Israel Envoys': Iran sets condition for Strait of Hormuz passage. ummid.com Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Tuesday March 10, 2026 asked Arab and European countries to expel the U.S. and Israeli ambassadors if they want safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-03-12). 4 ways US Israel war against Iran will change the world. ummid.com As the smoke clears over the ruins of Tel Aviv and the burning tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, a historical irony is emerging: The US-Israel war against Iran intended to cement American dominance may instead be the moment the United States loses its status as the world's sole superpower.
(2026-03-12). Gulf Shipping Under Fire: At Least 15 Vessels Hit Since Iran War Began. moderndiplomacy.eu The U.S.—Israeli war on Iran has rapidly spread beyond land and air strikes into the maritime domain, threatening one of the world's most critical energy routes the Strait of Hormuz. Roughly one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments normally pass through the narrow channel linking the Gulf with the Arabian Sea. Since the …
(2026-03-12). If Iran is mining the Strait of Hormuz, does Trump hold the cards in the war anymore? | Bibi, Tehran. hindustantimes.com Day 12 of the Iran war and the conflict is entering one of the most dangerous waters, the Strait of Hormuz. This narrow stretch of water carries nearly 20% of the world's oil and almost all of Qatar's LNG exports. But what happens if this global energy artery is suddenly weaponised? The United States now claims Iran may be preparing to lay naval mines in the strait, one of the simplest yet most disruptive tools in naval warfare. Mines are cheap, hard to detect, and devastating for shipping. Even a few explosions could force tankers to halt, insurers to withdraw coverage, and global energy markets to panic. In thi…
(2026-03-12). US Israel War Against Iran: Glaring Cost Difference. ummid.com The ongoing US and Israeli war against Iran and the latter's retaliatory strikes have once again demonstrated the mathematics of modern air defence.
(2026-03-12). Trump's Pledge to Bring Hell to the Middle East — Will It Fire Back? moderndiplomacy.eu War often appears to be an easy option for the United States; one only needs to look at recent history. This notion has clearly been applied to Iraq, Iran, Lebanon, Libya, and Yemen, with the exception of the liberation of Kuwait in 1991, which had a clear UN mandate. The US administration does not always …
(2026-03-12). Middle power nonsense: Australia, Canada and capitulating to the Iran War. onlineopinion.com.au Mark Carney talks of "middle-power leadership". Yet when the US and Israel bomb Iran, Canada and Australia follow.
(2026-03-12). Russia Is Not Watching Iran — It Is Exploiting It. moderndiplomacy.eu The bombing of Iran by the United States and Israel did not produce an instant collapse of the ayatollah regime and has created the risk of a prolonged escalation in the Middle East, with no clear U.S. exit strategy from this conflict. Russia, for which Iran is an ally, has the opportunity to make swift …
(2026-03-12). Jet Fuel Shock Grounds Airline Hedging Strategies. moderndiplomacy.eu The aviation industry is facing a renewed cost crisis as fuel prices surge following the U.S.—Israeli war on Iran. While airlines routinely hedge against crude oil price swings to protect their balance sheets, the current crisis has exposed a critical vulnerability: jet fuel prices are rising much faster than crude itself. Since the outbreak of …
(2026-03-12). Can Türkiye Prevent a Wider Middle East War? A Conflict at Risk of Regional Expansion. moderndiplomacy.eu The Middle East does not drift toward war. It gets pushed. And right now, the pushing is coming from multiple directions simultaneously—which is precisely what makes the current moment different from the crises that preceded it. The confrontation between Israel, the United States, and Iran has been building for years. What changed recently is not …
(2026-03-12). 'Missile for Epstein Victims': Iran Sets New War Narrative. ummid.com In a personal blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, Iran is now launching missiles on Israeli capital Tel Aviv and American bases in Gulf countries that are written with a message sympathizing victims of Jeffry Epstein.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Israeli strike kills 7 in Beirut, pounds city's southern suburbs. newarab.com 
Lebanon said an Israeli strike on a Beirut seafront killed at least seven people early on Thursday, making it the third attack on the capital since fighting resumed between Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel. | The Israeli military said separately it had carried out Local media aired
(2026-03-12). Burning Tankers, Rising Oil: Iran Escalates Gulf Pressure as Trump Declares Victory. moderndiplomacy.eu The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran has entered a dangerous new phase, contradicting claims by Donald Trump that Washington has already "won." Nearly two weeks after joint U.S.—Israeli air strikes on Iran triggered the conflict, the battlefield has expanded beyond Iranian territory and into the heart of the Gulf's energy infrastructure. The …
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Gaza mom watched the bodies of her sons for four days. electronicintifada.net A new report traces the ordeal of one family, from the killing of three brothers to the torture of survivors.
(2026-03-12). From Gaza to Lebanon and Iran: The normalization of atrocity. globalvoices.org
(2026-03-12). Airstrike kills at least two Hashed al-Shaabi fighters in Iraq. newarab.com 
An airstrike killed at least two fighters in northern Iraq on Thursday, several sources told AFP. | Iraq, long a Thursday's airstrike The Ha…
(2026-03-12). Sanitising atrocities by the US or Israel and finding excuses is in the Western media's DNA. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By John Minto I came across this statement from an independent media source this week: "The mainstream media is doing what it always does in wartime: manufacturing consent, sanitising atrocities and platforming war criminals." It came to mind immediately when I read The Times newspaper obituary for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei which was reprinted in…
(2026-03-12). CAIR-NJ Condemns Formal Ethics Complaint Against NJ Municipal Judge Over Religious and Cultural Attire at Judicial Conference. fightbackbetter.com The entire FightBackBetter editorial and reporting staff wholeheartedly and completely agree with the expression of concern of CAIR-NJ on this…
(2026-03-12). Government to focus on employment. ecns.cn China is embarking on an ambitious workforce overhaul, ramping up training programs to turn the challenge of mass automation into an opportunity for economic renewal.
(2026-03-12). Bumrah Leads India to Historic T20 World Cup Triumph. devdiscourse.com India's leading fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah expressed immense satisfaction in shouldering responsibilities during high-pressure situations, describing the T20 World Cup defense as a highlight in his career. His exceptional performance led to India's overwhelming 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final, marking India's unprecedented third T20 World Cup win.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Most Iranian Americans want diplomacy with Iran: poll. responsiblestatecraft.org Recent
(2026-03-12). U.S. support for Israel continues to plummet, despite media's best efforts. mronline.org 
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.
(2026-03-12). When religion becomes a political weapon, everyone loses. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-12). Leaked Documents Show a Border Patrol Remade in the Image of Gregory Bovino. portside.org Leaked Documents Show a Border Patrol Remade in the Image of Gregory Bovino |
(2026-03-12). Judge Rules Kari Lake Unlawfully Ran US Media Agency, Voiding Mass Layoffs. portside.org Judge Rules Kari Lake Unlawfully Ran US Media Agency, Voiding Mass Layoffs |
(2026-03-12). Gen Z Triumphs in Nepal, Falters in Bangladesh. ummid.com During the last six months, there have been two political movements and subsequent elections in India's immediate neighbourhood – Bangladesh and Nepal, which might have an impact on India's regional aspirations and impact.
(2026-03-12). Experts Fear 'Unethical' Vaccine Trial in Africa Is 'Prototype' for US Studies Under RFK Jr. portside.org Experts Fear 'Unethical' Vaccine Trial in Africa Is 'Prototype' for US Studies Under RFK Jr |
(2026-03-12). Holy Kaaba Door: Historical Legacy and Artistic Masterpiece. ummid.com The Holy Kaaba door combines religious significance with artistic merit in its design and craftsmanship, remaining a testament to the evolution of the Holy Kaaba's architecture and the attention of Islamic states to serving the Two Holy Mosques.
(2026-03-12). 'Intentional Chemical Warfare': Toxic Black Rain in Tehran After US-Israel Bomb Oil Facilities. portside.org 'Intentional Chemical Warfare': Toxic Black Rain in Tehran After US-Israel Bomb Oil Facilities |
(2026-03-12). Did UK help US strike Iran school? Starmer under fire in Parliament over Tomahawk missile | Trump, War. hindustantimes.com UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was "deeply concerned" by footage showing a missile strike near a girls' school in Minab, southern Iran, during a heated session in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom. The incident at the Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls' School reportedly killed around 170 people, including children, according to Iranian media. Video circulating online appears to show a Tomahawk missile, a weapon used by the United States. Donald Trump initially blamed Iran, but Washington has since said an investigation is underway. The strike occurred near an alleged Iranian naval facility as the U.S.[mdas…
(2026-03-12). Drones downed in Iraq's Erbil, explosion reported near airport. newarab.com 
Drones were shot down on Wednesday over the north Iraq Kurdish city of Erbil, as an explosion was reported near the US Consulate and the Erbil International Airport area. | "Two drones were downed over Erbil," with debris
(2026-03-12). Youm-i-Ali procession taken out in Karachi amid strict security. dawn.com KARACHI: Several routes in Karachi, including the M.A. Jinnah Road, were closed for traffic on Wednesday while the main Youm-i-Ali procession set off from Nishtar Park and culminated at Imambargah Hussainia Iranian. | Strict security arrangements were in place as the country observed Youm-i-Ali to mark the martyrdom day of Hazrat Ali. | A statement by the traffic police said: "Due to security reasons, M.A. Jinnah Road from Gurumandir to Tower and from Saddar Dawakhana, Empress Market to Regal Chowk will remain closed." ; ⚪ There was no c…
(2026-03-12). Foreign patients fly to Beijing for medical treatment. ecns.cn A growing number of foreign patients are traveling to Beijing for medical care, attracted by the city's efficient health services and specialized treatment options.
(2026-03-12). Chalmers has never met a tax he didn't like. onlineopinion.com.au Labor says higher CGT will help housing. The real effect may be higher rents and weaker growth.
(2026-03-12). Humanoid robots draw attention at exhibition in Hangzhou. ecns.cn Various types of humanoid robots and related components were displayed at the exhibition, drawing lots of visitors.
(2026-03-12). Xizang aims to better preserve ethnic culture. ecns.cn Efforts to preserve the language and culture of ethnic groups with relatively small populations in the Xizang Autonomous Region have been stepped up in recent years to ensure these can be passed down to the younger generation, said deputies to China's top legislature.
(2026-03-12). Sisi's 'Decent Life' Goes Digital: Learning from China's Rural Revolution. moderndiplomacy.eu China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) is a strategic roadmap focused on high-quality development and comprehensive rural revitalization. Egypt's "Decent Life" initiative, launched by President "Abdel Fattah El-Sisi," can benefit from this plan by aligning its objectives with new Chinese strategies, particularly in the areas of rural digitalization, food security, and environmental sustainability. The key benefit …
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 12th Maths QR Code takes to YouTube Channel, CBSE in damage control. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education Tuesday March 10, 2026 went into damage control mode after the QR Code printed on the CBSE 12th Mathematics Paper led to a YouTube Music Channel, sparking a massive row.
(2026-03-12). In rural West Texas, renewable energy brings a windfall for seniors. grist.org 
In the far corner of the Crockett County Senior Center, 75-year-old Cynthia Flores almost always has a puzzle going. She and her friends sort colors and look for edge pieces while they gossip — "faster than the telephone" — in the Tex-Mex blend of Spanish and English they grew up speaking in Ozona, a tiny ranching and oil outpost in far West Texas. A couple of days before Valentine's Day, their puzzle surface was one of the few in the center not covered in red and pink hearts; preparations were underway for the big dance the following night. | "La comida esta ready," another senior said, calling th…
(2026-03-12). PRESS RELEASE: Supreme Court Seeks Union Government's Response on Plea Challenging Non-Enforcement of Delhi Rent Act, 1995 for three decades. pilwatchgroup.blogspot.com A Bench of the | Supreme Court of India comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Bindal and Hon'ble | Mr. Justice Vijay Bishnoi on Monday, 9 March 2026 directed the Union of India | to file its counter affidavit in a writ petition challenging the continued | non-enforcement of the Delhi Rent Act, 1995 ("1995 Act") for nearly | three decades.
(2026-03-12). Karakoram Highway blockage at multiple points due to landslides leaves passengers stranded for hours. dawn.com GILGIT: The Karakoram Highway (KKH), which had been blocked at multiple locations between GB's Diamer and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kohistan due to landslides amid rain and snowfall, reopened for traffic on Wednesday. | The highway was blocked on Tuesday evening, and Diamer Deputy Commissioner Ataur Rehman Kakar told Dawn that it reopened for traffic on Wednesday at around 4pm. | He said rain, however, was still pouring, and there were chances of "rockfalls and landslides". | The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) had earlier issued an alert for an increased risk of glacial lake outburst flood, snow avalanches,…
(2026-03-12). Here's why Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Al-Nassr Vs Al-Khaleej. ummid.com This is now almost certain that Al-Nassr Captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, will miss the Al-Nassr vs Al-Khaleej SPL match Saturday March 14, 2026.
(2026-03-12). The Iran war's early lessons. responsiblestatecraft.org The Bunker The U.S. military is always busy studying the last war so it can be sure it's ready to fight that last war the next time. Okay, that's a little cynical. But just a little. Combat always throws off sparks of innovation that can lead to new or improved strategies, tactics, and weapons. But those changes tend to happen at the margin. War is fundamentally a grim business — nasty, brut…
(2026-03-12). Preparing for the worst? US bunker maker claims big demand in Middle East. scmp.com Since the war in the Middle East began nearly two weeks ago, the phone at Ron Hubbard's bomb shelter company in Texas has not stopped ringing. | Foreign and US clients are rushing to buy his bunkers, seeking refuge in case of air raids, nuclear fallout or apocalypse.
(2026-03-12). "How On Earth Do You Justify That?" dissidentvoice.org Seyed Ali Mousavi, the Iranian ambassador to the UK, with Laura Kuenssberg On 8 March, on the BBC politics programme, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, the former BBC political editor put these impassioned words to Seyed Ali Mousavi, the Iranian ambassador to the UK: 'Since we last spoke, your government has killed thousands of its own …
(2026-03-12). Iran War Clouds Europe's Gas Comeback. moderndiplomacy.eu Europe's natural gas market was showing signs of recovery at the start of 2026. Major consumers across the continent ramped up gas-fired power generation to multi-year highs, raising expectations among liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporters that Europe was regaining its appetite for the fuel after several years of reduced demand. But that optimism has quickly …
(2026-03-12). Australia commits to yet another perilous American military adventure. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Iran hits Gulf oil tankers, ports raising stakes on oil prices. newarab.com 
Iran has struck Overnight on Wednesday, Iran struck two oil tankers near Iraq, killing one, with It came hours…
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Are we on the precipice of World War III? responsiblestatecraft.org Shortly after U.S. and Israeli bombs and missiles began falling in Tehran,
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Drone strikes kill dozens across southern Sudan. newarab.com 
Dozens of civilians have been killed in drone strikes across southern Sudan has been riven by conflict since April 2023, when a power struggle between the regular army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) plunged the country into a war that has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions. | In White Nile state, which lies just east of the southern Kordofan region – an area now hit almost daily by drone attacks – a…
(2026-03-12). The Liberals, the senate, and preferences. onlineopinion.com.au The Liberals changed the Senate voting system to help themselves. Instead, they helped the Greens.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Three brothers of Iraqi origin arrested over US embassy blast in Oslo. dawn.com Norwegian police said on Wednesday that three brothers had been arrested on suspicion of a "terrorist bombing" over a weekend Police prosecutor Christian Hatlo told a press conference the brothers, who were Norwegian citizens of Iraqi origin, had been arrested in Oslo around 3: 30pm local time (2: 30pm GMT), and that police were investigating the motive. | "We are still working from several hypotheses. One of them is whether this is an order from a government entity," Hatlo said. | "This…
(2026-03-12). Russia refuses oil sales to India on discounted price. ummid.com In a sudden turn of events, Russia has refused to supply oil to India on a discounted price, media reports said.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Chinese cybersecurity agency warns of risks in OpenClaw AI agent software. ecns.cn China's national cybersecurity authority has warned of security risks related to the AI agent software OpenClaw, saying vulnerabilities in the program could allow attackers to take full control of users' computer systems.
(2026-03-12). EU "very keen" on Israel cooperation despite public fury, says internal paper. electronicintifada.net Tel Aviv envoy seeks to allay business lobby's fears of sanctions.
(2026-03-12). China's five-year roadmap bets big on innovation in strategic leap. ecns.cn Inside Beijing's conference rooms, the final draft of China's 15th Five-Year Plan is being scrutinized. A centerpiece of the top-level roadmap sets out a profound internal gear shift to transform the world's factory into a global innovation powerhouse by 2030.
(2026-03-12). Petition in Egypt demands removal of US, Israeli diplomats. newarab.com 
An Mamdouh Hamza, a vocal critic of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, has posted a
(2026-03-12). The Global Crisis Facing Humanity: Diverse Views. richardfalk.org 
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(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Reliance Digital Expands with iQOO's Retail Launch. devdiscourse.com Reliance Digital has expanded its retail portfolio with the introduction of iQOO smartphones, marking a significant move towards offline availability. Known for their high-performance and innovative features, iQOO devices will now be available for hands-on exploration at Reliance Digital stores across India.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). China Q&A | Strengthening two-way cultural exchange: CPPCC member talks with Minning Town Arabic translator. ecns.cn Ne Zha 2 has topped the global animated box office chart; Designer toy Labubu has become a worldwide sensation; Chinese short dramas are rapidly gaining popularity overseas… | As Chinese cultural products continue to gain global attention, exchanges between China and the rest of the world are also becoming increasingly vibrant.
(2026-03-12). Swiggy and HDFC Bank Unveil New Credit Card Variants for Enhanced Rewards. devdiscourse.com Swiggy, India's prominent on-demand convenience platform, in collaboration with HDFC Bank, the largest private sector bank in India, has unveiled two new co-branded credit cards: Swiggy BLCK and Swiggy Ornge. These new offerings aim to deliver exceptional value by maximizing rewards on daily expenditures such as food delivery, dining, and online shopping.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Daily Memo: While ICE Lays Low, They're Still Active While Building Up Its Fleet, Offices, and Detention Centers. lataco.com ICE activity still continues at a slower pace, but it has not disappeared. This past weekend was a rare, quiet one. What we're seeing is that ICE is laying low, sticking to courthouses, jails, and check-ins, especially from their special ISAP unit.
(2026-03-12). China's 'super microscope' achieves milestone with neutron beam output. ecns.cn China's major scientific infrastructure, the "super microscope", has reached a significant milestone in its Phase II construction, with its first beamline, the neutron technology development station, successfully producing a neutron beam.
(2026-03-12). RoboSense Secures Exclusive LiDAR Design Win with Baidu's Apollo Go. devdiscourse.com RoboSense, a leader in robotics technology, has announced a significant win in its partnership with Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing subsidiary, Apollo Go. This collaboration sees RoboSense providing an exclusive digital LiDAR suite for Baidu's next-generation Robotaxi fleet.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Chinese enterprise unveils word's first T1,200-grade ultra-high-strength carbon fiber. ecns.cn China unveiled the world's first T1,200-grade ultra-high-strength carbon fiber on Wednesday, marking a major breakthrough in the country's advanced materials capabilities, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-03-12). Tensions Escalate in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills Amid Election Unrest. devdiscourse.com Tension gripped Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district on Thursday morning following a night marred by arson and looting. Residents of Tura town organized community watches to protect their areas after criminals targeted shops and properties, including a liquor store linked to Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma's family.
(2026-03-12). The imperial war against Iran: The trap of religious framing. newarab.com 
In the crucible of conflict, narratives are forged with haste. They glide across television screens, seep through the veins of social media, and echo in the corridors of political power, shaping how entire societies come to understand the chaos unfolding before them—and why it must be so. | Among the tales resurgent in current discourse surrounding the confrontation with Iran is the notion that this is, at its core, a religious war: a clash of civilizations, a collision of faiths, a theological reckoning dressed in the armour of geopolitics. | In recent days, religious symbolism has been wielded with theatr…
(2026-03-12). Political Tensions in Kerala: Minister Sivankutty vs BJP's Chandrasekhar. devdiscourse.com Kerala General Education Minister V Sivankutty has openly criticized BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar, calling for an apology over contentious remarks involving Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and PWD Minister P A Mohammed Riyas.
(2026-03-12). China's top political advisory body concludes annual session. ecns.cn The 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top political advisory body, concluded its annual session on Wednesday morning.
(2026-03-12). Shubman Gill: BCCI's Cricketer of the Year Honors. devdiscourse.com Indian Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill is on the verge of being celebrated as the Cricketer of the Year at the BCCI's annual awards on March 15.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2012-03-26). Against US-led imperialist war and for Iranian self-determination. links.org.au 
Florence Oppen — For revolutionaries, the task is twofold: military opposition to imperialism, full solidarity with the Iranian people's right of self-defense and political independence from the regime.
(2026-03-12). DPRK destroyer test-fires strategic cruise missiles. ecns.cn A destroyer of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) test-fired strategic cruise missiles on Tuesday, the official Korean Central News Agency reported Wednesday.
(2026-03-12). How Trump's War on Iran Is Hastening the Coming MAGA Crack-Up. portside.org How Trump's War on Iran Is Hastening the Coming MAGA Crack-Up |
(2026-03-12). Hong Kong customs steps up crackdown on smuggled fuel as Middle East tensions lift oil prices. ecns.cn Hong Kong customs said it has stepped up enforcement in recent weeks against a rise in cases of gasoline smuggled from the Chinese mainland for sale in the city, as well as illicit fuel transfers, after escalating tensions in the Middle East pushed international oil prices higher.
(2026-03-12). China steps up diplomatic push for peace in Mideast. ecns.cn At a news briefing on Wednesday in Beijing, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said that from the outset of the conflict, China had called for a ceasefire, a return to dialogue and negotiations, and a political solution.
(2026-03-12). China leads revision of ISO standard for measuring vehicle headlamp beams. ecns.cn A new international standard for measuring vehicle headlamp beam positioning has been published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), following a revision led by China, the country's market regulator said in media reports.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). Two sessions endorsement adds zest to huajuhong sales. ecns.cn Huajuhong, a unique fruit from Guangdong province, rapidly transitions from a traditional Chinese medicine staple to a sought-after health product, thanks to a little help from some unexpected endorsements.
(2026-03-12). 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.
(2026-03-12). The new U.S. Defence demands more from Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-12). Rebel CPI(M) leader Sudhakaran announces his candidature as an independent from Ambalappuzha seat in Kerala polls. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-12). Trump's 'commercial diplomacy' runs into violent reality. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-03-12). I have always encouraged those who hesitate to participate in House proceedings: Speaker Birla in LS. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-12). China-DPRK to resume passenger train services on March 12. ecns.cn
(2026-03-12). US military spending on Iran conflict hits billions. dawn.com
(2026-03-12). I always tried to ensure that every member expresses him or herself under laid down rules, procedures: Lok Sabha Speaker Birla. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-12). Embracing environmental code, a greener life in China | Views From Chang'an Avenue. ecns.cn
(2026-03-12). What international media had to say about the appointment of Iran's new supreme leader. dawn.com
(2026-03-12). FBI abre oficina en Ecuador. radiohc.cu Ecuador y EE.UU. firmaron este miércoles un memorando de entendimiento para establecer la primera oficina del Buró Federal de Investigaciones (FBI, por sus siglas en inglés) en el país suramericano. | El acuerdo se formalizó durante una ceremonia realizada en la Vicepresidencia de la República, en Quito, con la participación de autoridades ecuatorianas y representantes de la Embajada estadounidense. | En el acto estuvieron presentes la vicepresidenta María José Pinto y el ministro del Interior John Reimberg, junto con funcionarios del FBI y de la delegación diplomática de Washington. | Según reportó el diario ecu…
(2026-03-12). Amigos del mundo ratifican solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu La solidaridad con la isla crece en estos tiempos, cuando nuestro país vive en medio de un difícil contexto, preñado de amenazas, recrudecimiento del bloqueo de los Estados Unidos, incremento de medidas coercitivas y desabastecimiento de combustible. | En las redes sociales, llegan mensajes de amigos que expresan el amor a una tierra agredida sólo por intentar escribir su destino de independencia y autodeterminación. | Así lo ratifican integrantes de la Asociación de Amistad Honduras-Cuba y de la Red Continental Latinoamericana y Caribeña de solidaridad con Cuba y las causas justas del mundo. | Entre ellos, Lourd…
(2026-03-12). Patrimonio musical cubano a buen resguardo para su mayor y mejor difusión. radiohc.cu 
El Museo Nacional de la Música y el Canal Cubavisión, de la Televisión cubana, firmaron este miércoles el primer convenio bilateral de colaboración para la preservación y difusión del patrimonio musical cubano en soporte audiovisual, informó el Instituto Cubano de la Música (ICM). | Directivos y especialistas de ambas instituciones participaron en el acto, junto a representantes del Sello Discográfico Colibrí, invitados en el contexto de una alianza cultural de mayor alcance. | Durante la ceremonia se entregó oficialmente al Museo Nacional de la Música la Colección 1, volúmenes 1 y 2, del programa televisivo &ac…
(2026-03-12). China Q&A | CPPCC member: Youth bridge China and the world. ecns.cn Chinese cultural products, from hit TV dramas to designer toys, are increasingly making waves around the world, fueling new momentum for cultural exchange. | In this episode of "China Q&A," Moroccan student El Batoul Nejjaoui, one of the Arabic translators of the Chinese TV drama "Minning Town," asks Guo Yuanyuan, a member of the National Committee of the CPPCC and the associate dean of the Academy of Metropolis Economic and Social Development, how cultural exchanges between China and the world can be further strengthened.
(2026-03-11). FRI-SUN, MARCH 13-15: CUBA UNDER SIEGE WEBINARS NYC EVENT. iacenter.org CUBA UNDER SIEGE: Strategies for Resistance and a United Response Stop U.S. Military Intervention in the Americas Defend Venezuelan Sovereignty! Welcome to the Delegation from Cuba Attending the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) Saturday, March 14, 2026 — Sunday, March 15, 2026 CUNY Graduate Center, 365 5th Ave, Manhattan, NYC, Door Open 10 AM Starts: 12 PM on Saturday For more information: us-cubanormalization.org/call-to-action-… UNAC is an endorser of this event Important Cuba Webinar Friday, March 13 at 2PM EST Register here: tinyurl.com/CubaCoalition…
(2026-03-11). Fri, March 13 Mobilizations: All Out to End the U.S./Israeli War on Iran. iacenter.org All Out to End the U.S./Israeli War on Iran Al-Quds Day, Friday, March 13 Solidarity with Iran and Palestine Stop the War on Iran! Stop Attacks on Venezuela & Cuba! Fight U.S. Domestic Repression! Despite the horrors of U.S./Israeli attacks on schools, hospitals and apartments to try and bring the Iranian people to their knees, Iran is fighting back. Even with the tight censorship in Israel, it is clear that Iran has been able to cause great damage throughout the country and to U.S. military bases in the region. The Gulf of Hormuz is now blocked, causing panic in many countries as oil and gas prices are rising. I…
(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). Markwayne Mullin Made Profitable Stock Purchases Days Before US Military Strikes. truthout.org New reporting indicates that Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin (Oklahoma) — who is President Donald Trump's pick to head the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) — profited from stocks in oil and security companies that he invested in just days before U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and Iran. In a Truth Social post earlier this week, Trump said that he would be reassigning current DHS… |
(2026-03-11). Trump Energy Secretary Accused of Manipulating Oil Markets With Deleted Post. truthout.org U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, a former fracking executive, was accused on Tuesday of manipulating global markets after he posted a striking claim on social media: The American Navy, he wrote, had "successfully escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure oil remains flowing."
(2026-03-11). Gujarat-bound Thai cargo ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz, 20 crew members rescued. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A Thai-flagged cargo ship travelling towards Gujarat was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, causing a fire on board and triggering a rescue operation. | The vessel, identified as Mayuree Naree, was attacked about 11 nautical miles off the northern coast of Oman, according to maritime security sources and ship tracking data. | Thailand's government said that 20 crew members were safely rescued after the incident, while three crew members remain on the ship. Both the Royal Thai Navy and the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations confirmed that a cargo vessel had bee…
(2026-03-11). Mojtaba's first strike inside Iran: finds Israeli agents hidden in… | US | Trump | Gulf | Khamenei | Oil. hindustantimes.com Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has launched a sweeping crackdown on alleged Western spies; Iranian authorities claim dozens were arrested for links to the U.S. and Israel. The move comes as Tehran intensifies missile and drone strikes on Israeli targets while warning of wider retaliation. Security fears are also rising in the West after incidents near U.S. diplomatic facilities, including shots fired outside the U.S. consulate in Toronto.
(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). 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). Iran Defends Itself, All Alone, Against Two Most Violent Forces. dissidentvoice.org US President Donald Trump's photo is set on fire during a demonstration in front of the American consulate in Istanbul, Turkey, on February 1, 2026 IMAGE/asin Akgul/AFP/Middle East Eye US-Israel attack Iran On February 27, 2026, talking with a friend, I mentioned that the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, asked embassy staff to leave …
(2026-03-11). Trump presses Russia over Iran aid as White House warns Moscow against support. hindustantimes.com Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the White House has conveyed to Moscow that President Trump and his special envoy Steve Witkoff "sent a message to Russia" making clear Washington would not welcome any Russian assistance to Iran in the current war and "hope that it is not taking place," highlighting growing US unease over reports that Russia could be quietly sharing intelligence or other support with Tehran. This comes just a day after Trump's phone call with Vladimir Putin, during which the Kremlin leader is believed to have raised the broader fallout of the US‚ÄëIsraeli conflict with Iran,…
(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). Saudi 'to buy' Ukrainian anti-drone tech amid Iran attacks. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia will purchase Iranian drone attacks have left Gulf states appealing for help from Ukraine, which has developed advanced counter-drone capabilities during the four-year war with Russia. | Ukraine says that as many as 11 countries have asked for assistance in…
(2026-03-11). Russia as Washington's solution for exit from conflict with Iran. infobrics.org Moscow thanks Trump for stabilizing energy markets.
(2026-03-11). Qatar warns Trump of 'serious consequences' as Iran war threatens Gulf stability. hindustantimes.com Qatar has broken its silence on the Iran war, with Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani warning Donald Trump of "serious consequences" if the conflict continues to escalate, in an unusually blunt call from the ruler of a country that hosts Al Udeid, the largest U.S. base in the Middle East. Citing Qatar News Agency, regional outlets say the emir told Trump that continued Iranian attacks and U.S.‚ÄëIran exchanges could destabilise the Gulf, threaten global peace and security, and damage the international economic order, urging urgent diplomacy even as he vowed that Qatar would defend its sovereignt…
(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). 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 …
(2011-03-26). PM Shehbaz, Iranian president reaffirm bilateral cooperation amid Mideast conflict. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed the prevailing regional situation in a phone call on Wednesday, according to an official statement. | During the call, PM Shehbaz expressed concern over the recent tensions in the region and stressed that Pakistan considers diplomatic efforts and dialogue essential for ensuring peace, stability, and de-escalation. He emphasised that all parties must demonstrate restraint and responsibility to prevent further deterioration of the situation. | The prime minister also highlighted that Pakistan attaches great importance to its historic…
(2026-03-11). How Can Iran Avoid a Nuclear Strike from Israel? dissidentvoice.org Benjamin Netanyahu is losing patience. Israel is being battered by Iran's missiles and drones, while Israel's defense shield is nearly depleted, and ineffective even when used. They can continue to attack Iran (although it's often uncertain which attacks are Israeli and which American) but when it comes to Israeli airspace, they are even using anti-aircraft …
(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). A Success Story Negotiating With Iran. counterpunch.org 
Bilateral negotiations are rarely simple, as the late-February negotiations between Iranians and Americans have recently shown. As an American-Swiss citizen, I can recount a story of successful negotiations I had with the Iranian government several years ago in a very different environment, fully aware of the tension between the United States and Iran and the positive role Switzerland's "good offices" played between the two countries.
(2026-03-11). No, Might Does Not Make Right. counterpunch.org The attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel are unraveling international law, the Geneva Conventions and the legitimacy of the United Nations. This is extremely dangerous for the future of the planet and humanity. If the United States and Israel have the right to launch a unilateral attack against Iran, what is the
(2026-03-11). Ramzy Baroud: Israel's greatest weapon was fear and it's now failing. asiapacificreport.nz Israel's war on Iran reveals a deeper crisis: the collapse of a psychological doctrine built on fear and invincibility. The Palestine Chronicle reports. ANALYSIS: By Ramzy Baroud Israel's military strategy has long relied on psychological dominance and deterrence built on overwhelming violence. Massacres during the Nakba helped establish fear as a strategic tool to weaken…
(2026-03-11). leaders are banking on Israelis internalizing a state of war as a way of life. haaretz.com Netanyahu, Defense Minister Katz and their peers want Israelis to 'take a deep breath' and not rush to end the Iran war, giving time for a total victory which never seems to come…
(2026-03-11). Israel focuses on hitting regime after exceeding military target expectations. haaretz.com In 12 days of fighting, the IDF has disabled about half of the Islamic Republic's ballistic missile launchers and killed thousands of security personnel — but sees no signs of the regime's collapse. Additional targets have been divided into categories in the hope of completing the strikes on those marked as essential before the end of the war ‚ñ This is how the joint preparations with the U.S. for the war unfolded…
(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). 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). 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). a hole in early warning system — and its missile defense batteries are at risk as well. haaretz.com Can Israel's air defense system withstand attempts by Iran and Hezbollah to undermine it?
(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). 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). Voices rising in Europe despite the governments: The rouge state US and the genocidal Israel. uwidata.com 
On February 28, the US and Israel launched an assault on Iran. The whole world's gaze is on Iran. Iran has become the number one agenda also in Europe. While the European Union and its leading member states have backed the assault on Iran, a wide array of parties, leaders, and public intellectuals across the …
(2026-03-11). Killing Ali Khamenei: Stupid, Catastrophic and Now No Turning Back. covertactionmagazine.com Forget Kaiser Wilhelm II's blank check to Austria-Hungary to wage war on Serbia in 1914; forget Adolf Hitler invading the Soviet Union in 1941 and then declaring war on the United States just to complete his imbecility. President Donald Trump's decision to authorize, on Israeli urging, the assassination of the Supreme Spiritual Guide of Iran, …
(2026-03-11). Ex-Marine, Senate Candidate Speaks Out After Arrest, Arm Broken During Iran War Protest in Senate. democracynow.org 
A Marine Corps veteran suffered a broken arm last week after he disrupted a Senate hearing to voice his opposition to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Democracy Now! speaks with the veteran, Brian McGinnis, who is also a Green Party candidate for Senate in North Carolina. McGinnis is critical of U.S. policy in Israel and the Trump administration's decision to go "full speed ahead with military action" in the Middle East. | McGinnis is charged with three counts of assault on police officers and resisting arrest, according to Sellano Simmons, an attorney representing McGinnis.
(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). 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). 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). real estate in Tel Avivians ride out the war deep underground. haaretz.com As missiles strike the city after the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, residents without safe rooms are spending their nights in a subterranean parking garage beneath the Dizengoff Center mall…
(2026-03-11). 'Trump is fighting a global war…': Waiel Awwad exposes real goal of US attack on Iran. hindustantimes.com Dr Waiel Awwad says the US is fighting two wars at once: a global energy dominance battle over Hormuz and a regional one to keep Israel supreme, dragging Gulf states in to "pay the bill." With Hormuz mined for years, LNG cut and IRGC calling the shots, Trump's real objective is under fire.
(2026-03-11). Iran rallies harden behind Mojtaba as grief, anti-US, anti-Israel fury explode. hindustantimes.com Days after Khamenei's killing, huge crowds in Tehran, Shiraz, Kerman and Ahvaz rally behind Mojtaba Khamenei, chanting "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" even as grief over 150+ Minab students and slain commanders runs deep. Did Trump and Netanyahu's regime‚Äëchange gamble only harden Iran's hardliners?
(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). Companies evacuate Dubai financial district after Iran threats. newarab.com 
US group Citi, consultancies Deloitte and PwC and other firms in Dubai have closed offices or asked employees to evacuate Wednesday after Iran threatened US and Israel-linked economic assets in the Middle East. | The evacuations at the heart of the Middle East's financial hub come as the Gulf but especially the Iran's military threatened on Wednesday to attack US and Israeli…
(2026-03-11). US lawmakers warn of Trump's 'incoherent' Iran war strategy after classified briefing. dawn.com WASHINGTON: United States lawmakers from both parties raised concerns on Tuesday about the strategy and potential consequences of the US-Israeli Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said the Trump administration's plans for the war appear "incoherent and incomplete" following the two-hour closed-door briefing. | "So they are going to
(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). United States and Israel Widens Regional War; Iran and Palestine Resist. wibailoutpeople.org 
Although the Trump administration and its settler-colonial proxy in Tel Aviv have exacted extensive damage on the Islamic Republic of Iran and Lebanon, Tehran and Hezbollah are striking back with a vengeance which has disrupted energy markets and brought into question the capacity of imperialism to control the West Asia region By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African …
(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). Mojtaba not letting Arabs escape revenge for father: Attack on 3 nations; Iran mocks US confession. hindustantimes.com At least three U.S.‚Äëaligned Gulf states reported fresh Iranian missile and drone fire on March 10, just hours after Donald Trump claimed the war with Iran would end "soon" as Washington was achieving its objectives. Saudi Arabia says it shot down drones over its oil‚Äërich Eastern Province, Kuwait reports downing multiple UAVs in both the north and south, and the UAE says its air defences are confronting missiles and drones coming from Iran. The latest strikes coincide with Iran accusing the U.S. of using Arab soil to attack it, after Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reshared a U.S…
(2026-03-11). Cloud war: Iranian drone strikes hit Gulf data centres. independentaustralia.net 
(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). US condemns Iranian and militia attacks in Iraq amid unclaimed airstrikes on Tehran-backed militias. longwarjournal.org US Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned Iranian and Iranian-backed militia attacks in Iraq during a March 9 call with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al Sudani, as drone and missile strikes continued across the country. Many attacks have targeted the Kurdistan Region of northern Iraq, where US forces are based, as well as other US facilities and diplomatic sites. Unclaimed airstrikes have also targeted Iranian-backed militias across Iraq.
(2026-03-11). US bombers use UK airbase on 'most intense' day of Iran strikes. newarab.com 
US bombers used a British airbase to attack Iran overnight on Tuesday after the UK prime minister Three B-1 Lancers were pictured returning to RAF Fairford on Wednesday morning after a suspected They were deployed on Tuesday, a day that US Secretary of War Pet…
(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.
(2011-03-26). US ignites Iran war, but Gulf Arab states pay the price. tribune.com.pk 
The US may have pulled the trigger on the Iran war, but it is the oil-producing Gulf that will pay the price, Gulf sources and analysts say, signalling unease in ties between a region under Iranian attack and the superpower it relies on for protection. | Behind the scenes, resentment is mounting in Gulf Arab capitals at being drawn into a war they neither initiated nor endorsed but are now paying for economically and militarily, with airports, hotels, ports and military and oil installations hit by Iranian strikes, said three regional sources, who declined to be identified as they we…
(2026-03-11). Thursday 3/12: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-03-11). Epstein, the ruling class, and the capitalist system. liberationnews.org The files demonstrate how Epstein and his network were an integral component of how the global capitalist system functions.
(2026-03-11). Lebanon: EU delivers tonnes of aid, Iraq and Egypt also help. newarab.com 
Several nations are ramping up efforts to provide The European Union said on Tuesday it has delivered 45 metric tonnes of emergency supplies to support 90,000 people who have been impacted by the
(2026-03-11). Shell declares force majeure on LNG contracts from Qatar. aljazeera.com Qatar announced a production halt at a facility last week and declared force majeure on LNG shipments.
(2026-03-11). Revealed: Peter Mandelson's Russian Connections and Palantir Lobbying Links. bylinetimes.com Keir Starmer approved the appointment of the disgraced peer Lord Mandelson to be the UK's ambassador to the US, despite officials highlighting his financial links to a Russian defence technology company that produces radar and satellite communications for the country's land-based missile early-warning system, new documents reveal | Mandelson's appointment was "rushed" through, the documents reveal, despite a due diligence report by the Cabinet Office's Proprietary and Ethics Team (PET) highlighting that he had served on the board of the Russian conglomerate Sistema. | The Russia connection was not the only war…
(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). 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.
(2011-03-26). California studio helps autistic adults channel creativity into Hollywood careers. tribune.com.pk 
(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). 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). Hegseth's shocking update on 'Epic Fury', warns of 'most intense' day of US strikes on Iran yet. hindustantimes.com Tensions escalated after Iranian politician Ali Larijani reportedly issued a stark warning to the U.S., as Washington braces for a tougher confrontation with Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth said American forces will carry out some of the most intense strikes inside Iran, while warning Tehran's leadership to heed U.S. demands as the conflict continues to escalate.
(2026-03-11). Solar panel installations going forward at areas of essential services. radiohc.cu With the participation of state entities and new economic actors, the installation of 115 two-kilowatt (kW) photovoltaic solar systems is progressing in the province of Sancti Spíritus at vital centers such as polyclinics, maternity and nursing homes, funeral homes, and branches of banks and the Electric Company (EE). | According to a recent post by the Sancti Spíritus Energy Company (EE) on its Telegram channel, nearly 90 facilities now have their solar panels installed, and in almost 20 polyclinics, primarily in the municipalities of Yaguajay, Fomento, the provincial capital, Cabaiguán, and Jatibonico, the syst…
(2026-03-11). Drone strike hits US diplomatic facility in Iraq: report. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). The Winning and Losing Countries From High Oil Prices. counterpunch.org 
There has been a lot of sloppy commentary from people who should know better about who is being hit hardest by the runup in oil and natural gas prices since the start of the war in Iran. There's a simple story where the countries in Europe and East Asia are the big losers, because they produce relatively little of their own oil. By contrast, the United States is supposedly relatively well-off since we are largely self-sufficient and in fact a net exporter of natural gas.
(2026-03-11). Germany a 'vassal' of US – Spanish official. infobrics.org Spain fails to understand that the entire EU is subservient to the US to some degree.
(2026-03-11). Chile's new president has praised Pinochet, a dictator. What does it mean? aljazeera.com Experts say the views of newly inaugurated president Jose Antonio Kast reflect deep dissatisfaction with the status quo.
(2026-03-11). Winning and Losing in the New American World. counterpunch.org 
According to Donald Trump, the United States is "bigger, better, richer, and stronger" since he became president, lifting his new-and-improved MAGA slogan straight from the Olympics motto of "faster, higher, stronger." If one is to define excellence by standard of living, healthcare, or life expectancy, however, the US falls short. Counting 2026 Olympic medals, the US (33) even finished second behind Norway (41), whose population is 60 times smaller, while many other competing countries also beat the US in medals per population (US 349 million, 33), including Italy (59, 30), Germany (84, 26), and Switzerland (9,…
(2026-03-11). Iran's new supreme leader injured but 'safe', says president's son. dawn.com Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatullah Mojtaba Khamenei is injured but "safe and sound", the son of the president said on Wednesday, offering the first official explanation for why the 56-year-old has not been seen since his appointment at the weekend. | "I heard news that Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured. I have asked some friends who had connections," Yousef Pezeshkian, who is also a government adviser, wrote in a post on his Telegram channel. | "They told me that, thank God, he is safe and sound," added the son of President Masoud Pezeshkian. | Mojtaba, until now a low profile if powerful behind-the-scenes figur…
(2011-03-26). Dr Nabiha Ali Khan's husband hits out at Fiza Ali, calls her 'devil' in Ramazan show dispute. tribune.com.pk 
The controversy between Pakistani morning show host Fiza Ali and Dr Nabiha Ali Khan has once again become a topic of discussion on social media. This time, Dr Nabiha Ali Khan's husband has issued a strong statement regarding Fiza Ali. | The issue first made headlines in the early days of Ramazan when Fiza Ali mentioned Dr Nabiha Ali Khan's marital life during her Ramazan transmission and referred to their separation, which sparked significant uproar on social media. Later, Dr Nabiha Ali Khan and her husband reconciled. | During the controversy, several social media users claimed that Fiza Ali had escalated the…
(2026-03-11). EPA Chief Met With Bayer CEO Before Trump Moved to Push Company's Case to SCOTUS. truthout.org Top U.S. regulators met with Bayer's CEO last year to discuss "litigation" issues — including "Supreme Court Action" over its glyphosate weed killer — just months before the Trump administration took a series of steps to boost Bayer's case at the high court, internal government records show. The June 17 meeting, between officials at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Bayer CEO Bill… |
(2026-03-11). Mass resistance may doom major piece of GOP voter repression plan. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Cracks in the solid wall of Republican lawmaker support for Trump's plans to derail future elections are appearing more and more these days. Evidence of that is seen in a standoff now between the president and a split Senate Republican majority that could well may doom the so-called "SAVE Act," the GOP's monstrous voter repression …
(2026-03-11). Despite partial government shutdown affecting TSA workers, PHL airport operations continue to run smoothly. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? As a The shutdown is a result of a series of disagreements between federal lawmakers and the White House on DHS funding and how immigration officers operate. Democratic…
(2026-03-11). The business benefits of tracking carbon emissions. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). Justice Ministry formulates opinion on controversial pardon request for Netanyahu. haaretz.com The pardons department at the ministry did not say whether it supported or opposed the request. President Donald Trump has been pressuring President Isaac Herzog to Pardon Netanyahu in his criminal trials…
(2026-03-11). 'No matter what, no matter when': PM's spokesperson reiterates support for Saudi Arabia 'before it is needed'. dawn.com Prime Minister's Spokesperson for Foreign Media Mosharraf Zaidi on Wednesday said that Pakistan would be there for Saudi Arabia "before it is needed", adding "no matter what, no matter when". | In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Zaidi was asked about whether Pakistan would come to Saudi Arabia's aid "militarily or otherwise" amid war "The question is not whether Pakistan might come to Saudi Arabia's aid. Both countries, even before the strategic mutua…
(2026-03-11). Breaking Bread in Authoritarian America. counterpunch.org 
All the way back in 2023, the surgeon general diagnosed Americans as suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. More recently, amid the rise of American fascism, I started to notice that people were not only lonely but had also begun referring to the world as simply "the news." Perceived that way — as a phenomenon pre-packaged via our
(2026-03-11). No Kings: One Year Later…Where Do We Go From Here? levernews.com 
We're hosting the biggest virtual event in The Lever's history — and we hope you'll join us. On Wednesday, March 18 at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT), we'll go live on YouTube with leaders from key organizations behind the No Kings protests — MoveOn, Indivisible, and Public Citizen — alongside Stacey Abrams. Together, we'll tackle the question facing the country right now: How do you confront a presidency that operates without limits?
(2026-03-11). Doctrine and Proliferation: France, Forward Deterrence and Going Backwards. counterpunch.org 
To expand a stockpile of both the useless and the mindlessly murderous in a military sense would seem to be a wasteful exercise best contemplated in the psychiatric ward. But such a ward is increasingly occupied by the world's leaders, and war is on their lost minds. As Israel and the United States continue their crime of
(2026-03-11). 5 injured in grenade attack on house in Balochistan's Pasni: police. dawn.com GWADAR: Five labourers from Sindh were injured in a grenade attack on a house in the coastal town of Pasni late Tuesday night, police said. | Unknown people riding motorbikes hurled a grenade at a residential quarter in Ward No. 9, resulting in an explosion in the house's courtyard, according to police reports. | As a result, five people said to be from Sindh were injured while a portion of the quarter was damaged. Police rushed to the site soon after the blast and shifted the injured to the district hospital. | "The condition of one injured is serious, while others are stable despite receiving multiple injuries,…
(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). 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). 'Dangerous precedent': Hamas reacts to Al-Aqsa mosque closure. newarab.com 
Palestinian group Hamas condemned Israel's continued closure of In a statement, the group said the restrictions constitute a "dangerous precedent", after
(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). Bangladesh demolish Pakistan who suffer record low score in contest. aljazeera.com Pakistan bowled out for the lowest total in a match against Bangladesh as the latter claim 8-wicket win to open series.
(2026-03-11). A West Chester man's Lynch syndrome discovery led to a colon cancer diagnosis. He now advocates for genetic testing. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? For months, Dennis Massimo kept getting calls from the same number, but it wasn't one he recognized. Figuring it was some kind of scam or spoof, he ignored it. | That was until one Monday morning last April when his phone rang, again, with the same number while he was at his construction job near West Chester, Pennsylvania. | "Finally, almost angrily, I picked up the phone and said, like, 'What do you want?'" Massino said. "And the person on the other end of the line said, '
(2026-03-11). Iranian-Americans Want Diplomacy to Triumph over War NIAC. juancole.com By Jamal Abdi, President, National Iranian American Council | — | ( A new national poll shows that claim simply isn't true. | Over the past week, NIAC partnered with Zogby Analytics to conduct a national poll of Iranian Americans during the first days of the conflict to ensure that the voices of our community are actually heard in this debate. | The clearest takeaway from the poll is this: Iranian Americans overwhelmingly support a diplom…
(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). 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). 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). Europe, Iran and the New Face of American Power. fairobserver.com There aren't many foreign policy issues where the EU once played a central, constructive role. Iran used to be one of the rare exceptions. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), agreed to in 2015, began in 2003 as a diplomatic initiative led by the EU and the "EU3" of France, Germany and the UK….
(2026-03-11). UN rights chief slams 'tit-for-tat dynamic' in Iran war. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Ethiopia's urban renewal projects and turn toward aesthetic propaganda. globalvoices.org 
(2026-03-11). The Anti-Fascist Fiction of Antonio Lobo Antunes. counterpunch.org 
Antonio Lobo Antunes's fiction challenged colonialism and fascist dictatorship. It is a necessary sentence that mainstream publications are incapable of producing this week, as Portugal lost one of its greatest novelists on March 5. Maybe this sentence doesn't sell. Authors I know who hide from politics say we have enough politics on our phones. Besides,
(2026-03-11). Strangers in a Strange Land: Dennis Waldman and His Secret Jewish Mother. counterpunch.org 
The Algerian-born French novelist, Albert Camus, a pied-noir, began his existentialist classic, The Stranger, with the now memorable words, "Mother died today. Or maybe yesterday, I don't know. I received a telegram from the old people's home: 'Mother deceased.'" Camus would add, "In our society, any man who doesn't cry at his mother's funeral is
(2026-03-11). Journalist Barbara Dreaver's memoir on three decades reporting from the Pacific. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific The seventh narco sub in Pacific waters was discovered last week as the wave of methamphetamine becomes the latest crisis challenging the region. 1News Pacific correspondent Barbara Dreaver has spent decades reporting on the region from this country, including the drug battle and subsequent HIV epidemic in some countries. Dreaver has released her…
(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). Kneecap rapper scores court victory as UK appeal fails. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). We Are The Villains In This Story. caitlinjohnstone.com.au 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 fi…
(2026-03-11). Cuba Falls to Canada and is Eliminated from the World Baseball Classic. radiohc.cu Havana, March 11 (RHC) — Cuba fell 7-2 to Canada today at Hiram Bithorn Stadium and saw their hopes of advancing to the quarterfinals of the VI World Baseball Classic vanish. | The Cuban team fought a tense battle in the afternoon in Puerto Rico, where their meager offensive production and erratic defense ultimately took their toll against a team that capitalized on every weakness of their opponent. | The Cubans opened the scoring in the third inning on a sacrifice fly by Owen Caissie, after Cuban catcher Andry Pérez committed a passed ball with two bases loaded. | It was the only run allowed by left-hander…
(2011-03-26). Erdogan says Iran war must stop before whole region dragged in. tribune.com.pk 
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that the war in Iran must be stopped before the whole Middle East region is "thrown into the fire", adding that diplomacy must be given a chance. | NATO air defences have in the last week intercepted two Iranian missiles headed toward southern Türkiye, where there are air and radar bases used by NATO and the United States, and the alliance has since beefed up ‚Å defences there. | "This war must be stopped before it grows and the region as a whole is thrown into the fire…
(2026-03-11). Bahrain Should Urgently Release Prisoners Amid Airstrikes. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Bahraini anti-government protesters raise signs with images of jailed human rights activist Abdulhadi al-Khawaja Friday, April 6, 2012, in Jidhafs, Bahrain. | © 2012 AP Photo/Hasan Jamali…
(2026-03-11). Pope laments death of children in Iran war, pledges closeness to Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Coalition of Antiwar Groups Launches National Campaign Calling for Jeffries and Schumer to Step Aside from Leadership. commondreams.org A coalition of antiwar groups launched a national campaign Wednesday for constituents to urge Democrats in Congress to remove Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Chuck Schumer from their posts as minority leaders.The coalition includes RootsAction and Peace Action, the nation's largest grassroots peace network, as well as World Beyond War and the Progressive Democrats of America — Greater Middle East Alliance."Schumer and Jeffries have failed their party and country through wobbly leadership when firmness and clarity are needed in opposing a reckless and costly war," said Jeff Cohen, cofounder of RootsAction.
(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). Generation Jihad Day 12 of the Iran War. longwarjournal.org After 12 days of war—and the death of Iran's supreme leader—the Islamic Republic is under unprecedented pressure. Bill Roggio and Janatan Sayeh assess this initial phase of the war, the gap between Washington and Jerusalem's goals, and the decisive question still looming over Tehran: will the Iranian people finish the job?
(2026-03-11). British Airways cancels UAE flights amid MidEast travel chaos. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Nadra cancels 4.2 million CNICs of deceased individuals. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has cancelled around 4.2 million Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) of individuals who have been recorded as deceased in provincial civil registration systems, according to a statement issued by the authority. | In many cases, while deaths are formally registered, the next of kin do not apply for the cancellation of CNICs of the deceased, resulting in a discrepancy between civil registration records and Nadra's database. | Under the legal framework, Nadra maintains and updates the national citizen database by incorporating "vital life-e…
(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). CovertAction Bulletin: Even Soldiers Don't Want War. covertactionmagazine.com The 82nd Airborne Division has canceled a training exercise to keep the Division ready to deploy with just 18 hours of notification for what it calls "forcible entry parachute assaults"…
(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). ICC rejects bias claims over travel delays after West Indies, South Africa teams stranded in India. dawn.com The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday rejected suggestions of unequal treatment after the West Indies and South Africa squads were Airlines have Cricket West Indies said on Tuesday its squad had waited nine days for a charter flight that was "repeatedl…
(2026-03-11). UK home secretary bans al-Quds march in London after Met Police request. aljazeera.com The police requested the ban citing public disorder risks, while the organisers decide to hold a static protest instead.
(2026-03-11). Trump touts US oil refinery deal with India's energy giant Reliance Industries. dawn.com US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Indian energy giant Reliance Industries was backing a deal to build the first new major oil refinery in the United States in half a century. | Trump made the announcement via his Truth Social platform, saying the company America First Refining would construct the new facility at the Port of Brownsville, Texas. ; ⚪ "This is a historic $300 billion dollar deal — the biggest in US history," Trump wrote, framing the project as a cornerstone of his energy agenda, but offering no detail…
(2026-03-11). The $5.6 billion opening salvo: inside the staggering cost of Trump's war on Iran. nationofchange.org New reporting reveals that the United States burned through billions in munitions within days of launching its assault on Iran, highlighting the scale of the military campaign and its mounting financial and humanitarian toll.
(2026-03-11). Iran Could Cancel its Participation in the 2026 World Cup. radiohc.cu Havana, March 11 (RHC) — The president of the Iranian Football Federation, Mehdi Taj, reiterated his doubts today about the participation of the men's national team in the 2026 World Cup, following the granting of asylum in Australia to five players from the country's women's national team. | Speaking to national television, Taj asserted that the situation creates uncertainty and difficulties for the team. "If the World Cup is held under these conditions, what person in their right mind would send their national team to such a place?" he asked. | The Australian government announced last Tuesday that it had g…
(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). Should California Juneteenth and Mexican Juneteenth be official paid holidays? indybay.org Sharing the international political challenges and execution of Maximillian with his two trusted Generals, Juneteenth 1867 opens an essential path toward greater understanding to align our Title 5 US Juneteenth Holiday in the State of California and Republic of Mexico…
(2026-03-11). KSE-100 ends lower after early rally loses steam. dawn.com Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index closed in the red on Wednesday, shedding 318.65 points, or 0.2 per cent, to settle at 155,858.47 points compared with its previous close of 156,177.12 points. | The index began the session on a strong note, staging a sharp rebound during early trading. By 10: 55am, the index had climbed more than 2,000 points as investor sentiment improved following the previous day's rally. | However, the momentum gradually faded through the day, and by 1pm the index had largely erased its gains, reflecting cautious trading activity. | Overall, the session remained volatile, with the benchmark f…
(2026-03-11). Lebanon buries first Red Cross paramedic killed by Israel. newarab.com 
The southern Lebanese city of Assaf was injured when
(2026-03-11). Stay tuned: Joe Trad excites fans about Layl series return. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Lebanese actor Joe Trad shared a backstage scene from the series "Layl", which was halted during the holy month of Ramadan.Trad posted a backstage video showing how they filmed the scene when Nawras, his character in Layl series, was drugged and kidnapped by Farah Bitar, who's playing the character of Rula. "Layl" series is taken from the Turkish drama "Safirin Kizi" [The Ambassador's Daughter], which was temporarily frozen on episode number 33, Al Bawaba confirmed after contacting MBC Shahid.MBC Shahid shared days ago that the "Layl" series will return in a new season on March 23, after Eid al-Fitr.St…
(2026-03-11). U.S. Gas and Renewables Help Buffer Power Consumers From War Costs. wattsupwiththat.com The huge growth of U.S. natural gas production and renewable energy together helps insulate consumers from global volatility and price increases today. But it also offers the opportunity through permitting reform to greatly lower consumer prices in the long-term, despite pressures from big tech's AI data centers and President Trump's military adventurism. Any Republican or Democrat who prevents permitting reform this year faces an increased chance of defeat in November from voters who are increasingly tracking energy affordability issues very closely.
(2026-03-11). Saturday 3/14: May Day Planning For General Strike & How To Fight Fascism. indybay.org Mission High School | San Francisco…
(2026-03-11). Sunday 3/22: The Relevance of Socialism With Kshama Sawant In San Jose. indybay.org San Jose Peace Center | 48 S. Seventh St. | San Jose, CA…
(2026-03-11). Scaling Solar Power in ASEAN's Diverse Energy Landscape. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Basking in the sunshine, increasing electric demand, and international pressure building to transition to cleaner energy, ASEAN is well-placed to emerge as a solar power leader. On Philippine rooftops, on rolling central Vietnamese plains, solar photovoltaics (PV) is one of the most promising green growth paths forward. But with this dormant …
(2026-03-11). Democrats do well in special election in Marjorie Taylor Greene's distict. peoplesworld.org 
In the deep-red northwest Georgia congressional district once represented by Marjorie Taylor Greene, Democrat Shawn Harris came in first in a special election Tuesday to fill the seat from which she resigned. He advances to an April 7 runoff against Republican Clay Fuller, who came in second. The results, like those in a string of …
(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). 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). The Tale of the Elephant (the US) and the Mahout (Israel). fairobserver.com Many years ago, I went to the Indian city of Jaipur. From there, to get to Amber Fort, situated on a hilltop, you could take an elephant ride. As we tourists queued to climb up the steps and get on the elephant's back, all eyes and cameras were on the huge beast. We watched in…
(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). New Sudan Atrocity Prevention Coalition Needs to Act Fast. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A former bus station hosts internally displaced people who arrived in Gedarefduring during a wave of mass displacement from the Sinjar/Sannar region south of Khartoum, Sudan, July 2024. | © 2024 Giles Clarke/UNOCHA via Getty Images…
(2026-03-11). The State Is Escalating Charges Against Protesters. Labor Must Defend Them. truthout.org On July 10, 2025, as federal agents stormed cannabis farms in Ventura County, California, community members rushed to protest what they saw as yet another sweeping Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid. Among them was Jonathan Caravello, a 37-year-old philosophy lecturer at California State University Channel Islands. Today, he faces a federal felony charge that could send him to prison… |
(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). 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). CVS Threatens Tennessee Over Antitrust Crackdown. levernews.com 
(2026-03-11). Salt Lake City Remembers Tibetans. indybay.org On March 10, 1959, Tibet's Buddhist leader, the Dalai Lama, fled his country to avoid being taken prisoner by Mao Tse Tung's Communist Chinese regime, which still oppresses Tibet. A march and rally were held in Salt Lake City on 03/10/2026 in support of Tibetan freedom.
(2026-03-11). Nahid Rana takes 5 wickets as Bangladesh crush Pakistan in ODI opener. dawn.com Bangladesh pace sensation Nahid Rana claimed his first five-wicket haul in one-day internationals to lead his team to a crushing eight-wicket win over Pakistan in their opening match on Wednesday. | Rana returned figures of 5-24 to skittle out Pakistan for 114, a total Bangladesh overhauled in 15.1 overs of the 50-over contest in Mirpur to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. | Opener Tanzid Hasan hammered an unbeaten 67 off 42 balls and put on a second-wicket partnership of 82 with Najmul Hossain Shanto, who made 27, in a statement win. | Saif Hassan fell early for four, while Litton Das remained unbeaten…
(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). Shit, Here We Go Again: War By Cartoon Sociopaths. commondreams.org 
(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). Trump's Iran war: Will Mojtaba's rise end up reshaping US politics instead. hindustantimes.com Just days after the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Tehran has appointed his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as the next leader of the Islamic Republic. The move is historic, controversial, and deeply symbolic. But the story does not end in Tehran. It extends thousands of miles away to Washington. Because the war that was meant to reshape Iran is now beginning to test something else: Donald Trump's political narrative. During his 2024 campaign, Trump promised Americans "no new wars." Yet within weeks of taking office, the United States is now engaged in a direct military conflict with Iran.
(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). FBI finds explosive residue in storage unit after 2 Bucks County men are charged with lighting bombs in NYC. whyy.org The FBI said Tuesday that it found explosive residue in a Pennsylvania storage unit as part of an investigation into two men charged with Emir Balat, 18, and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, told police after their arrests that they were
(2026-03-11). Triple Jumper Pérez Leads Group of Six Cubans to World Indoor Championships. radiohc.cu Havana, March 11 (RHC) — Triple jumper Leyanis Pérez leads the group of six Cubans to the World Indoor Championships in Poland, the National Athletics Commission revealed here today. | Pérez, the reigning world champion both outdoors and indoors, will compete in Kujawy Pomorze alongside fellow triple jumpers Liadagmis Povea, Lázaro Martínez, and Andy Hechavarría, as well as long jumper Jorge Hodelín and hurdler Greysi Robles. | The 24-year-old, named Cuba's best female athlete in 2025, will be seeking her third podium finish at the Winter Olympics, following her title in last year's Nanjing meet and her runn…
(2026-03-11). University of East Anglia: Climate Science is like the Invention of Steam Power, Electricity and Vaccines. wattsupwiththat.com But "… The recognition of the value of science for society can no longer be taken for granted …"
(2026-03-11). Trump's Iran mistake expands beyond Middle East, with impacts in Eurasia and across the globe. infobrics.org Escalation with Iran is generating worldwide consequences. Oil market volatility, regional instability, and Eurasian security concerns beyond the Middle East highlight the broader geopolitical stakes. Iran's resilience and the risk of prolonged conflict challenge Washington's objectives. The war may thus prove far more costly than expected.
(2026-03-11). Italy vs. Mexico: Group B of the Classic Gets Complicated. radiohc.cu Havana, March 11 (RHC) — Italy will face Mexico today, who are forced to win in the last game of the first phase corresponding to group B of the VI World Baseball Classic. | After a surprising victory by the Italian national team over the United States (8-6), the Europeans occupy first place in the standings and are the only undefeated team. | If they win against Mexico, they will secure their place in the quarterfinals, eliminate the Mexican team, and also give Mark DeRosa's Team USA a ticket to the next round. | If, on the other hand, the Mexicans win—with Chicago Cubs pitcher Javier Assad starting[m…
(2026-03-11). Speaker Johnson Defends Ogles, Fine, Amid Calls to Condemn Islamophobic Rhetoric. truthout.org Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) is refusing to criticize members of his own party for their Islamophobic comments over the past several days, instead promoting his own bigoted conspiracy theories targeting Muslims in the U.S. In a social media post on Monday, Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tennessee) expressed a desire to remove Muslims from the country completely. |
(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 …
(2026-03-11). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-11). "Killers of Roe" : Amy Littlefield Investigates the "Mysterious Death of Abortion Rights" in U.S. democracynow.org 
Killers of Roe is a new book by the reproductive rights journalist Amy Littlefield on what she describes as the death of abortion rights in the United States. The book is framed as a murder mystery, examining a "twisted alliance of believers and opportunists" in the years and decades before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. "It started out as a murder mystery because it was a way to entice myself to tell a really difficult story about women dying preventable deaths as a result of anti-abortion policy," says Littlefield.
(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). Cuban Boxers in Mexico for Central American Qualifier. radiohc.cu Havana, March 11 (RHC) — A delegation of 14 Cuban boxers will participate in the qualifying tournament for the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games, which begins today in Mexico. | The group of seven boxers, one male and one female, traveled yesterday from Mexico City and will compete in Guadalajara, Mexico, until March 16, seeking to qualify for the regional tournament. | Before departing for Mexico, the national boxing commissioner, Robinson Poll, told the online newspaper Jit that the team is in excellent condition for this event, which will award a total of 126 spots across 14 weight d…
(2026-03-11). California's Looming Fuel Crisis: Refiners Are Trying to Warn the State. wattsupwiththat.com California is steadily dismantling the fuel infrastructure that keeps its economy running. At the same time, demand for that fuel remains enormous. That mismatch is now reaching a point where the companies actually producing the fuel are beginning to issue increasingly blunt warnings.
(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). 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). 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). 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). Musgrave Park eviction sparks questions over Council's safety claims. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). The rules are gone: Trump's Iran strike reshapes global power. independentaustralia.net 
(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). Drones fall near Dubai Airport in the UAE, 4 injured. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport, leaving four people injured, Dubai Media Office announced in a statement on Wednesday.The office wrote, "Authorities confirm that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) a short while ago, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national."The statement added, "Air traffic is operating as normal."(Dubai Media Office/ Instagram)The UAE Ministry of Defense announced on Tuesday that its air defenses had engaged a barrage of ballistic mi…
(2026-03-11). "Marching" – an activist photo exhibit – is on view in Berkeley. indybay.org Photojournalist James Lerager is displaying his activist images in Berkeley…
(2026-03-11). Good News, CBS News Is Dialing Back the Climate Alarmism. Still, Media Matters Complains. wattsupwiththat.com If CBS is choosing to prioritize balance over saturation, evidence over narrative coordination, and editorial autonomy over activist alignment, that is not something to lament. It is something to be applauded.
(2026-03-11). Saturday 4/11: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: The Pacific Circuit. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-03-11). The War is the Message: When did We Stop Asking Why? juancole.com Penn Station, Pa. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Not how a war is being fought. Not whether the munitions are precise enough, or the exit strategy coherent enough. But why? What is the actual goal? Is it achievable? And is there any path that doesn't require killing people to get there? | Somewhere along the way, this became an impolite question. The Iraq War — built on fabrications, sold with PowerPoint slides about weapons that didn't exist — ended no one's political career. No one went to prison. The architects of one of the most catastrophic foreign policy decisions in modern histor…
(2026-03-11). UN warns of widening crisis as Israeli attacks displace 750,000 in Lebanon. aljazeera.com UN humanitarian chief says mass displacement accelerating as Lebanon's shelters are already overcrowded, lack resources.
(2026-03-11). MAGA's Civil Rights counter revolution. cpusa.org 
Mister Backlash, Mister Backlash,
| Just who do you think I am?
| Tell me, Mister Backlash,
| Who do you think I am?
| You raise my taxes, freeze my wages,
| Send my son to Vietnam. | You give me second-class houses,
| Give me second-class schools,
| Second-class houses
| And second-class schools.
| You must think us colored folks
| Are second-class fools. | When I try to find a job
| To earn a little cash,
| Try to find myself a job
| To earn a little cash,
| All you got to offer
| Is a white backlash … | — Langs…
(2026-03-11). Crean parque infantil inclusivo en Quinta de los Molinos. radiohc.cu El Jardín Botánico Quinta de los Molinos, en esta capital, transita por la fase final de montaje del primer parque infantil inclusivo de Cuba, confirmó la institución en su perfil en Facebook. | El espacio fue diseñado con rampas de acceso y juegos adaptados para garantizar que la discapacidad no constituya un obstáculo en la recreación de los niños, señalaron los organizadores. | La iniciativa se concreta gracias al trabajo conjunto de la Oficina del Historiador de La Habana, la Agencia Extremeña de Cooperación Internacional y la Asamblea de Cooperación Por la Paz (ACPP). | Según la Dirección de Cooperación Inte…
(2026-03-11). Cuba: Fiscalía General informa sobre protocolo contra discriminación racial. radiohc.cu La Fiscalía General de la República de Cuba instituyó mediante la Resolución No. 16 de 2023 el Protocolo de actuación para la prevención y enfrentamiento a la discriminación racial, según disposición de la Fiscal General de la República. | Según informó la institución desde su perfil en Facebook, el documento establece la manera en que los fiscales deben proceder ante planteamientos, quejas, peticiones y denuncias relacionadas con actos de discriminación racial, en correspondencia con lo dispuesto en la Constitución de la República y el Programa Nacional contra el Racismo y la Discriminación Racial aprobado por e…
(2026-03-11). Fermín López: ´Cuando un hijo se va ª es un homenaje a las madres. radiohc.cu 
En el entorno natural de la casona colonial de la calle Pepe Torres se escuchan en los ensayos lágrimas, silencios y la música del espectáculo ´Cuando un hijo se va ª, con texto original y dirección del maestro de la narración oral Fermín López Hernández, fundador y director de la Compañía de Narración Oral Palabras Al Viento, quien accedió a un diálogo en exclusiva para Radio Habana Cuba. | – øCómo surge la idea de la puesta? | Es un texto que escribí hace un año y no había tenido el momento y el elenco para trabajarlo. Al llegar a esta nueva sede decidimos hacerlo tras tres meses de entrenamie…
(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). "Marco Rubio: An Uncontrollable Mythomaniac" presented in Chile. radiohc.cu By Yaimi Ravelo/ Resumen Latinoamericano-Cuba. | The book "Marco Rubio: An Uncontrollable Mythomaniac" was presented this Monday in Santiago de Chile, by former mayor of Recoleta, Daniel Jadue, and prominent politician and human rights defender Hugo Gutiérrez, former deputy for the Communist Party of Chile. | This second edition of "Marco Rubio: An Uncontrollable Mythomaniac," published by Ventana Abierta, is a collaboration between the Varsot Foundation and Resumen Latinoamericano. It offers a vision of solidarity with Cuba through the political culture of peoples in resistance. | The literary work, written by C…
(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). ONU advierte sobre graves consecuencias del bloqueo de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu Stéphane Dujarric, portavoz del secretario general de la ONU, Antonio Guterres reiteró que el recrudecimiento del bloqueo de Estados Unidos contra Cuba tiene actualmente graves consecuencias humanitarias. | En su conferencia de prensa diaria, la víspera, el vocero explicó que la imposibilidad de importar combustible afecta a hospitales, tratamientos médicos vitales y la distribución de alimentos al pueblo cubano.Les puedo decir que seguimos profundamente preocupados por el deterioro de la situación provocado por la imposibilidad de importar combustible. Esto ha desencadenado una crisis energética", subrayó. | La…
(2026-03-11). Un hondureño de los agradecidos. radiohc.cu 
El médico hondureño Emin Bajurto, nacido en el municipio La Lima, Departamento de Cortes y graduado en la Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina (ELAM) en el 2014, en su aprendizaje recuerda las prácticas en los policlínicos y en los consultorios médicos de familia. | ´Allí aprendí que no todo es medicamento, a veces escuchar a un paciente, darle atención, ya es parte importante del tratamiento ª, asegura el joven que realizó sus estudios de pregrado en la Facultad General Calixto García, de La Habana y hoy cursa la especialidad de Coloproctología en el capitalino hospital Docente Clínico Quirúrgico Dr.Sa…
(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). Profit protector: Shield of the Americas summit builds MAGA world order. peoplesworld.org 
The signal coming out of Miami this past weekend was that in the "Trump Corollary" you're either a vassal or a target. Twelve Latin American and Caribbean right-wing leaders gathered at Trump National Doral Resort and Spa for what looked suspiciously like a feudal court. Argentina's Javier Milei, El Salvador's Nayib Bukele, Ecuador's Daniel Noboa, …
(2026-03-11). Jazmine Ulloa on "El Paso: Five Families and One Hundred Years of Blood, Migration, Race, and Memory" publicbooks.org "We tend to see El Paso as this very narrow space that divides Mexico and the United States, but it's this much richer region where ideas and goods and people are constantly flowing back and forth."
(2026-03-11). Saturday 3/14: Lecture 5: Palestinian Palestine During the Mandate. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave, Albany…
(2026-03-11). Sunday 3/15: Solidarity Screenprinting. indybay.org La Haye Art Center, 148 E Napa St…
(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…