thecradle.co (2026-02-02). Israel to expel Doctors Without Borders from Gaza, West Bank
Israel announced on 1 February that the Israeli government will terminate Doctors Without Borders' (MSF) operations in Gaza and the occupied West Bank by 18 February, escalating Tel Aviv's systematic obstruction of humanitarian aid to the besieged Palestinian population.
(2026-02-02). Israel 'bombs school', kills child in latest Gaza truce breach. newarab.com 
An Israeli forces also opened fire in the eastern parts of Juhr ad-Dik at dawn on Monday, as some injured Palestinians prepared to leave the enclave via the recently reopened Rafah cros…
(2026-02-02). PATRICK LAWRENCE: AIPAC's Anxieties. consortiumnews.com The Israel lobbies' grip on U.S. politics has slipped beyond restoration since Oct. 7, 2023 due to the Zionist army's own savagery in Gaza. By Patrick Lawrence Special to Consortium News If Charlies Kirk's well-documented defection from the Zionist cause confirmed…
(2026-02-02). Israel reopens Gaza Rafah border crossing but with strict limits. newarab.com 
Israel But the Israel and Egypt were expected to impose caps o…
aa.com.tr (2026-02-02). Spain condemns Israeli ban on Doctors Without Borders
Madrid urges Tel Aviv to reverse decision that 'seriously undermines the most basic moral principles' | The statement reiterated that international humanitarian NGOs, like MSF, provide "irreplaceable assistance" in life-saving services across Gaza and the West Bank.
"The work of MSF in Gaza, as well as that of all humanitarian organizations in the field of health, is essential in addressing the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Strip, providing vital assistance to the Palestinian population in Gaza who are subjected to unbearable violence," it added.
thecanary.co (2026-02-02). Israel just 'broke' a world record for kidney donors – but where did all the organs come from?Questions need to be asked about where this huge number of kidneys came from. Forensic evidence and human rights organisations reveal, beyond doubt, organ theft from Palestinians detained in the Israeli occupation's prisons and torture camps. Many bodies have been returned from 'Israeli' custody with signs of surgical cuts and chemical burns, and missing organs – hearts, corneas, lungs and kidneys.
(2026-02-02). Gazans begin crossing to Egypt for treatment after partial Rafah reopening. newarab.com 
Sick and wounded Gazans began crossing into Egypt to seek medical treatment on Monday after Around 150 people were due to leave the territory on Monday, and 50 to enter it, according to Egyptian officials, more than 20 months after invading Israeli forces in Gaza closed the crossing. | "Three ambulances have arrived so far carry…
(2026-02-02). Gaza reconstruction; Ukraine reconstruction — 'It's all business'. strategic-culture.su Everything is 'business' in Trump's geo-politics. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Over the past two weeks, two important messages…
(2026-02-02). Gaza's Rafah crossing makes limited reopening after two-year war. newarab.com This live blog has now ended. Make sure to follow us for the latest news on Gaza's Rafah border crossing has reopened to Palestinians, an Israeli security official said, with 150 people due to leave the territory on Monday and 50 Khaled Mogawer, governor of North Sinai – which includes the Egy…
(2026-02-02). Thursday 2/5: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
yahoo.com (2026-02-02). Israel orders eviction of Bedouins as settlers target West Bank schools
(2026-02-02). LIVE: Wounded Palestinians prepare to leave Gaza as Israel opens Rafah. aljazeera.com Rafah crossing will reportedly operate for six hours a day and allow only 150 patients to exit into Egypt for care.
(2026-02-02). Barcelona Protest Unfurls Giant Portrait of Gaza Child Hind Rajab. thinktank.pk Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Barcelona to honor Hind Rajab, a young Palestinian child killed alongside her family during the war in Gaza. Protesters unfurled a massive 1,000-square-metre portrait while chanting pro-Palestine slogans, as Hind's mother addressed the crowd in an emotional tribute. The protest comes amid a fragile US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza, with Palestinian …
(2026-02-02). Israel Reopens Gaza's Rafah Crossing to Egypt, but Restrictions Remain. moderndiplomacy.eu Israel reopened the Rafah border crossing to Egypt on Monday, allowing Palestinians to leave Gaza on foot and enabling those who fled during the war to return. The reopening comes nearly nine months after Israel seized control of the crossing during its military offensive in Gaza. Israeli authorities and Egypt are expected to impose limits …
(2026-02-02). Israel Forcing Doctors Without Borders To Shut Down Gaza Operations by February 28. news.antiwar.com Israeli authorities have ordered the international medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) to cease all operations in Gaza by February 28 as Israel continues to impede humanitarian relief efforts inside the Palestinian territory. Israel said that it was shutting down MSF's operations in Gaza due to its refusal to turn over the identities of its …
(2026-02-02). Academics call for divestment from NZ pensions fund implicated in Gaza. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Vincent Wijeysingha Will maximising investment returns override ethics? That is the question the tertiary sector posed to UniSaver, the academic equivalent of KiwiSaver, now revealed to invest in Israeli weapons and military intelligence. In 2024, some 400 university staff appealed to UniSaver to divest from such companies. The fund initially ignored the call.
(2026-02-02). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-02). Epstein and Palantir boss discussed plans to destabilise the Middle East. thecanary.co 
Journalist Sulaiman Ahmed has exposed a deliberate agenda between Palantir's Peter Thiel and convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein to destabilise the Middle East. The latest Epstein File releases included emails referencing Iraq, Iran, Libya, Syria, Palestine, Lebanon, and Egypt, suggesting coordinated attempts to advance Western interests in the region. This follows widespread reporting on Palantir weeding […] | By
(2026-02-02). Headlines for February 2, 2026. democracynow.org Federal Judge Denies Request by Minnesota Officials to Temporarily Block Surge of Immigration Agents, Former CNN Anchor Don Lemon and Independent Journalist Georgia Fort Released from Federal Custody, 5-Year-Old Liam Conejo Ramos and His Father Reunited with Family Members in Minnesota, More Than 300 Anti-ICE Protests Held Across the Country, NYT: Former Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino Said to Have Mocked Prosecutor's Jewish Faith, Chicago Orders Local Law Enforcement to Probe Illegal Activity by Federal Immigration Agents, Justice Department Release Over 3 Million Pages of the Epstein Files, Israeli For…
(2026-02-02). Trump 'Compromised by Israel,' New Epstein Files Claim. orinocotribune.com 
More explosive accusations from today's new release of The report links Kushner's family to corruption, Russian cash and the ultra-Zionist Chabad group. It also names Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer Al…
(2026-02-02). Epstein files reveal criminality of American oligarchy. wsws.org The latest release documents ongoing relationships between Jeffrey Epstein and billionaires, politicians, and power brokers well after his conviction, underscoring the systemic protection afforded to criminality within the ruling class.
(2026-02-02). UK's ex-ambassador Mandelson quits Labour over Epstein links, reports say. aljazeera.com Peter Mandelson says he is stepping down to avoid causing further embarrassment to governing party.
(2026-02-02). Former UK minister Mandelson quits Labour after new Epstein revelations: reports. geo.tv 
Peter Mandelson, former British ambassador to the US, attends an interview pre-recorded for the BBC's 'Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg' TV programme, in London, Britain, January 10, 2026.— Reuters Former British government minister Peter Mandelson has resigned as a member of…
(2026-02-02). Epstein Files: Tip of the Trumberg. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-02-02). Another woman has made allegations against Andrew Windsor. thecanary.co 
Channel 4 News have reported on a second woman who has come forward with further allegations against Andrew Windsor, following the latest US release of the Epstein Files. The disgraced royal has faced pressure from across UK and US society to take accountability for his long-term, close relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Channel 4 News […] | By
(2026-02-02). Bannon in Epstein files on 'Tommy Robinson' 'cheap at any price'. thecanary.co 
Fascist Steve Bannon appears hundreds of times in the US Justice Department's latest release of Epstein files and thousands overall so far. The exposed conversations show the extent of Bannon's plotting with the serial child-rapist — long after Epstein was convicted — to expand fascism in Europe and other western areas. They also show Bannon […] | By
(2026-02-02). "These Files Clears Me" : Trump reacts to new Epstein files. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – President Donald Trump stated that the newly released Justice Department files concerning convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein do not implicate him. He maintained that the documents actually weaken the claims made by his political rivals. | While aboard Air Force One, en route from Washington to Florida, Trump responded to the release of a large volume of files connected to the Epstein investigation. The documents, totaling in the millions, were made public as part of the Justice Department's final planned disclosures in the case. | "I haven't personally read them," Trump said, "but I've been informed b…
(2026-02-02). Venezuelan Oil Exports Surge After U.S. Lifts Sanctions. devdiscourse.com Venezuelan oil exports surged to approximately 800,000 barrels per day in January, a significant uplift from December's 498,000 barrels, according to shipping data. This increase followed the capture of President Nicolas Maduro and the subsequent lifting of a U.S.-imposed oil embargo.
(2026-02-02). Senate Armed Service Committee Member Profited From Venezuela Invasion. covertactionmagazine.com Senator Markwayne Mullin bought stock in leading defense and oil companies just five days before Trump ordered the kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro and his wife Mullin follows in the footsteps of his predecessor, James Inhofe, who bought Raytheon stock and profited from illegal wars of aggression that he championed Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) has cultivated …
(2026-02-02). Geo-kleptocracy and the rise of 'global mafia politics'. responsiblestatecraft.org "As everyone knows, the oil business in Venezuela has been a bust, a total bust, for a long period of time. … We're going to have our very large United States oil companies, the biggest anywhere in the world, go in, spend billions of dollars, fix the badly broken infrastructure, the oil infrastructure, and start making money for the country," said President Donald Trump the morning after U.S. forces invaded Caracas and carried off the indicted autocrat Nicolà s Maduro. The invasion of Venezuela on Jan. 3 did not result in regime change but rather a deal coerced at the barrel of a gun. Maduro's underlings ma…
(2026-02-02). Wisconsin: Stand for Peace! Stop ICE! Free Palestine! U.S.: Hand Off of Iran and Venezuela! (City Listings) Feb. 1-8, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
ICE Out protest at UW Madison January 30, 2026. | Photo:
(2026-02-02). Trump Lawsuits: The Most Efficient Grift Ever. counterpunch.org 
You have to give Donald Trump some credit. He was making plenty of money selling pardons, ripping off Venezuela's oil, and selling seats on his "Board of Peace," but all of these required something resembling work. In the case of Venezuelan oil, he even had to invade a country and kill 80 people. But Trump's
(2026-02-02). Definido el equipo Cuba para la Serie de las Américas. cubadebate.cu Cuba anunció este lunes que enfrentará la II Serie de las Américas de Beisbol con un equipo integrado por dos receptores, siete jugadores de cuadro, seis jardineros y 13 lanzadores. El evento está pactado del 5 al 13 próximos en Caracas, capital de Venezuela, y reunirá igualmente a selecciones de Nicaragua, Argentina, Curazao, Panamá, Colombia y el país anfitrión.
(2026-02-02). Definido el equipo Cuba para la Serie de las Américas. cubadebate.cu Cuba anunció este lunes que enfrentará la II Serie de las Américas de Beisbol con un equipo integrado por dos receptores, siete jugadores de cuadro, seis jardineros y 13 lanzadores. El evento está pactado del 5 al 13 próximos en Caracas, capital de Venezuela, y reunirá igualmente a selecciones de Nicaragua, Argentina, Curazao, Panamá, Colombia y el país anfitrión.
(2026-02-02). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez Inspects Simón Bolívar International Airport Facilities. orinocotribune.com This Saturday, Acting President of Venezuela Delcy Rodríguez toured different areas of the Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, La Guaira state, to evaluate the progress of works—requested last year by President Nicolás Maduro—being carried out in the country's main air terminal and to further strengthen commercial air transport. | The inspection was carried out in the company of Transportation Minister Aníbal Coronado, Presidency Office Minister Juan Francisco Escalona, and Communication and Information Minister Miguel Pérez Pirela, as well as airport workers, among other authorities, in…
(2026-02-02). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez Inspects Simón Bolívar International Airport Facilities. orinocotribune.com This Saturday, Acting President of Venezuela Delcy Rodríguez toured different areas of the Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, La Guaira state, to evaluate the progress of works—requested last year by President Nicolás Maduro—being carried out in the country's main air terminal and to further strengthen commercial air transport. | The inspection was carried out in the company of Transportation Minister Aníbal Coronado, Presidency Office Minister Juan Francisco Escalona, and Communication and Information Minister Miguel Pérez Pirela, as well as airport workers, among other authorities, in…
(2026-02-02). Racine Resists Feb. 2, 2026: ICE Out! Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
The first Monday Corner Protest will take place on Monday, Feb. 2, Hwy's 20 and 31, 3: 00-4: 00. With what we have witnessed in Minneapolis it could just be a matter of time before we see the same incursion by ICE and other federal agencies into our community. Everyone should consider what their feelings are about …
(2026-02-02). Police question far-right agitator for blocking former Supreme Court car. haaretz.com Mordechai David claimed 'left-wing leaders' had pressured the police commissioner to have David arrested, saying that the questioning was 'selective enforcement.' Last week, David blocked former court chief Aharon Barak's car, filming himself calling Barack 'Israel's Khameini'…
(2026-02-02). 'One match is all it takes.' Expert warns of instant chaos from Baltics to Central Asia. eng.belta.by All it would take along the arc from the Baltic states to Central Asia is to light a match, just give the signal, and chaos could erupt in an instant, Russian political scientist and Orientalist Karine Gevorgyan said in the latest episode of the V Teme (On Point) project on BelTA's YouTube channel.
(2026-02-02). The Hardest Part of Fighting Fascism Comes After the Fascists Have Fallen. scheerpost.com By Joel Westheimer for Truthout lived in Argentina in the mid-1980s, just after the fall of the brutal military dictatorship that ruled from 1976 to 1983. The country was taking its first, shaky steps back toward democracy. It was a time of great hope, but also of grave uncertainty — because while the generals were …
(2026-02-02). Scott Morrison's holy war: Preaching politics in Israel. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-02). Print or Perish: Why the Left Needs to Resurrect Alt-Weeklies to Rebuild Its Base. dissidentvoice.org After ten years running a digital alt-news site in Western Massachusetts, I came to a hard truth: we're not reaching the working class through podcasts, Substacks, or social media. This essay blends personal narrative with political strategy to argue that the American left needs to resurrect a forgotten tool of organizing and solidarity—the local print …
(2026-02-02). Cuba Condemns Terrorism and Reaffirms its Cooperation on Security and the Fight Against Money Laundering. radiohc.cu Cuba unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, while reaffirming its commitment to cooperate with the United States and other nations to strengthen regional and international security. | Cuba categorically declares that it does not harbor, support, finance, or permit terrorist or extremist organizations. Our country maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward the financing of terrorism and money laundering, and is committed to the prevention, detection, and combating of illicit financial activities, in accordance with international standards. | Any past interactions involving individuals…
(2026-02-02). You Don't Miss What Doesn't Exist. dissidentvoice.org 
"Anthropause" is an amazing word and the latest book about it is an eye-opener. Stan Cox's Anthropause: The Beauty of Degrowth (2026, Seven Stories Press), does what far too few degrowth books do — it first focuses readers' attention to the positive experiences we could enjoy in a society less dedicated to producing unnecessary stuff. …
(2026-02-02). The Alabama Town That Blocked Its First Black Mayor Now Has Another. capitalbnews.org 
Read Capital B's continuous coverage on Newbern, Alabama, and the first Black mayor's fight to serve. The rural Alabama town that once ousted its first Black leader has now appointed its second Black mayor and first woman to hold the office. The historic appointment of Barbara Patrick in Newbern on Feb. 1 comes after Patrick …
(2026-02-02). All Democrats Backed Sanders Push to Repeal $75B for ICE to Undo Medicaid Cuts. truthout.org As Democratic leaders coalesce behind reforms for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents without demands for funding cuts, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) introduced legislation on Friday to slash the entirety of the GOP's massive ICE budget increase and funnel the money toward undoing Medicaid cuts. The entire Democratic caucus, as well as two Republicans, voted "yes" for the amendment. |
(2026-02-02). Israel strikes south Lebanon villages, claims it hit Hezbollah. newarab.com 
Israel's military struck several locations in south Lebanon on Monday, including in two villages where it issued evacuation warnings, claiming it was hitting Hezbollah targets. | Despite a November 2024 truce that sought to end more than a year of hostilities including two months of all-out war between Israel and the Iran-backed group, Israel has kept up regular strikes on parts of Lebanon and has maintained troops in five border areas it deems strategic. | The Israeli military said it struck "several Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in southern Lebanon, in order to prevent re-establishment attempts". | It ad…
(2026-02-02). Mexican president announces shipment of humanitarian aid to Cuba. radiohc.cu Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced that humanitarian aid will be sent to Cuba this week, including food and other supplies, and reaffirmed that her nation is working through diplomatic channels to supply fuel to the island. | "We are exploring all diplomatic avenues to send fuel to the Cuban people, because this is not a matter for governments, but rather a matter of support to prevent a humanitarian crisis in Cuba. In the meantime, we will send food and other aid," the president stated. | From Guaymas, in the northern state of Sonora, the head of the Executive Branch explained that the shipment wi…
(2026-02-02). When will Ramadan 2026 start. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Ramadan is considered a very holy month in Islam, where millions of people fast from sunrise to sunset.Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and it is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, communal prayer, reflection, and community. Ramadan is important because it is the month in which the Quran is believed to have been revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammad.Dr. Taha Rabah, head of the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics in Egypt, revealed that the first day of the month of Rajab 1447 AH, astronomically speaking, will be Sunday, December 21, 2025.Ramad…
(2026-02-02). Laura Fernandez Set to Lead Costa Rica With Populist, Hard-Line Agenda. moderndiplomacy.eu Laura Fernandez will become Costa Rica's next president, inheriting and extending the populist political project launched by outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves. A former political adviser and civil servant, Fernandez built her career within the Ministry of National Planning and Economic Policy, where Chaves appointed her minister in 2022. She later became his chief of staff …
(2026-02-02). India-U.S. Trade Deal: Tariffs Reduced, New Alliances Formed. devdiscourse.com In a significant development, India and the United States have forged a new trade deal to reduce import tariffs on Indian goods. In a statement from Washington, President Donald Trump confirmed the reduction from 25% to 18% following a discussion with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
(2026-02-02). Manufacturing resilient despite lower PMI figure. ecns.cn China's manufacturing sector displayed resilience in January, with production and high-tech industries remaining in expansion mode, even as overall factory activity slipped back into contraction zone amid seasonal factors, official data showed.
(2026-02-02). As Trump's DHS Ravages US, Schumer Says His Job Is "to Fight for Aid to Israel" truthout.org Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-New York) said on Sunday that one of his most important jobs as Senate minority leader is to "fight for aid to Israel," as the Trump administration's masked federal agents continue their deadly raids of the U.S. with little to no pushback from Democrats. In remarks at a breakfast gathering of Jewish leaders in New York City, Schumer said, "I have many jobs as leader … |
(2026-02-02). Czech PM Pushes for EU Carbon Market Reform to Reduce Energy Costs. devdiscourse.com Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis has called on the European Union to reform its carbon emissions trading system, aiming to reduce soaring energy prices. In a letter addressed to top EU officials, Babis urged for a cap on emissions allowances and the delay of the system's second phase.
(2026-02-02). CIIE Stories | Switching perspectives at CIIE: From B2C TO B2B. ecns.cn Founded in1939, SYR is a high-end German water treatment brand that has participated in all eight CIIEs. At the China headquarters of the SYR, located within its park, a stream of "living water" from the China International Import Expo(CIIE) is continuously fueling the company's development.
(2026-02-02). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-02). Saturday 2/7: The Attack on Black Studies. indybay.org The Starry Plough Pub | 3101 Shattuck Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-02-02). Deadly landslide in West Java exposes consequences of government neglect. wsws.org Disasters of this kind are made possible by severely underfunded infrastructure, and compounded by deforestation and climate change…
(2026-02-02). New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani praises NYPD shooting of emotionally distressed 22-year-old. wsws.org New York Mayor Mamdani applauded the NYPD officers who shot 22-year-old Jabez Chakraborty at least four times while he was suffering a mental health crisis.
(2026-02-02). Madison, Feb. 7, 2026: "No Appetite for Apartheid!" wibailoutpeople.org 
No Appetite for ApartheidEntertainment & dinnerSaturday, February 76: 30 p.m. — 7: 30 p.m.James Reeb Unitarian UC, 2146 E. Johnson St, MadisonWith Madison area DSA. The goal of the No Appetite for Apartheid campaign is to make Madison a more ethical place to shop by removing all grocery items complicit in the violence against Palestinians. "Shop ethically" …
(2026-02-02). Smart living moving into mainstream use. ecns.cn In the morning, the microwave oven recognizes what's inside, recommends a recipe and fine-tunes the cooking time automatically. Step outside, directions are no longer confined to a phone screen — they appear seamlessly in your field of view through AI glasses.
(2026-02-02). With a thirst for adrenaline. Belarusian racers compete in MX SPEEDWAY. eng.belta.by Young athletes from Belarus competed in Ice Motorcycle Racing MX SPEEDWAY at the Zarya Stadium in the village of Prilesye on 31 January.
(2026-02-02). Canada's Pivot Is a Warning to the United States and the Entire Alliance System. fpif.org Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's Carney told the Davos audience that "the old order is not coming back" and that the rules-based international system was always "partially false." The strongest exempted thems…
(2026-02-02). Shanghai launches first Pudong new year cultural festival. ecns.cn The first Pudong Chinese New Year Cultural Festival was launched along the Lujiazui riverside in Shanghai on Saturday.
(2026-02-02). Supply chain aims for global expansion. ecns.cn China's automotive supply chain is accelerating its shift toward a more internationalized model, supported by the country's lead in intelligent electric vehicle technology and Chinese brands' growing market share abroad, while rising overseas demand and policy shifts in key markets accelerate localization and overseas investment.
(2026-02-02). Modi's Capitulation? Congress Critiques India-US Trade Deal. devdiscourse.com The Congress party launched a critique against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration following a recent announcement by President Donald Trump about a new trade agreement between the US and India. The deal proposes a reduction in tariffs on Indian goods imported to the United States, decreasing them from 25% to 18%.
(2026-02-02). How a Reactionary Peruvian Movement Went Multinational. portside.org How a Reactionary Peruvian Movement Went Multinational |
(2026-02-02). Morocco evacuates 50,000 as flooding threatens city. newarab.com 
Morocco has evacuated more than 50,000 people, nearly half the population of the northwestern city of Ksar el-Kebir, as "The city has become a ghost town," local resident Hicham Ajttou told Reuters by phone. "All markets and shops are closed and most residents have either left voluntarily or been evacuated." | Authorities set up shelters and temporary camps and barred entry into Ksar el-Kebir as rising water levels in the L…
(2026-02-02). Police 'fabricating the law' over Tatchell 'intifada' arrest. thecanary.co 
Police have bailed 74 year-old human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell "under investigation" to attend Charing Cross police station at 1pm on 1 March. His bail condition bans him from attending any Palestine protest. He said: Met Police seem to be acting under pressure from a foreign regime, the Israeli government, and from Netanyahu supporters in […] | By
(2026-02-02). Iran must be held accountable for mass killings of protesters and restoration of Internet services. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with undersigned organisations, expresses grave concern over the Iranian authorities' nationwide repression of peaceful protests and their systematic use of lethal and excessive force against civilians. As Iran faces a deepening economic crisis, thousands of protesters have reportedly been killed, arbitrarily detained, or subjected to torture, while authorities have imposed an internet shutdown to conceal serious human rights (…) | – |
(2026-02-02). Turchin to take part in Union State Council of Ministers meeting in Moscow. eng.belta.by Belarus' Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin will participate in the Belarus-Russia Union State Council of Ministers meeting in Moscow. At this moment, the government delegation is heading to Moscow.
(2026-02-02). Market Surge: Memory Chipmakers Lead Wall Street Rebound. devdiscourse.com Wall Street experienced a resurgence on Monday, led by a rally in memory chipmakers and other key stocks, helping markets recover from initial setbacks due to plummeting precious metal prices. The S&P 500 snapped a three-day losing streak, as gold and silver's extended selloffs prompted investors to recalibrate their portfolios.
(2026-02-02). Pakistani forces kill 177 Baloch militants in 48 hours, highest toll in decades. newarab.com 
Pakistani security forces killed about two dozen militants overnight in multiple raids in the insurgency-hit southwest bordering Afghanistan, raising the militant death toll to 177 in the past 48 hours, officials said Monday. | The raids followed a wave of coordinated insurgent attacks that killed at least 33 people, mostly civilian. | Police, backed by the military, have been conducting these raids in several areas against members of the
(2026-02-02). India's Anglo-Indian Community and Census Question. ummid.com The term, Anglo-Indian, refers to persons whose father or any other male progenitor was of European descent, typically British, and who were born in India and have made it their permanent home.
(2026-02-02). Why Trump's Denunciations of the Iranian Killings Ring Fatally Hollow. scheerpost.com Intro by Tom Engelhardt for Tom Dispatch At almost 82, I still walk six miles a day without fail. And sometimes now, when I'm walking in my city, New York, I imagine ICE agents arriving here in the hundreds or even thousands as they have in other cities across this country to cause distinctly Trumpian chaos. …
(2026-02-02). How Salaried Employees Can Now Avail Home Loans with Minimal Documentation. ummid.com The article here explains how salaried applicants typically move through a minimal documentation house loan application, from initial details to approval.
(2026-02-02). DIRCO declares Israeli Chargé d'Affaires Persona Non Grata. sanews.gov.za DIRCO declares Israeli Chargé d'Affaires Persona Non Grata | The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has informed the Government of the State of Israel of South Africa's decision to declare the Chargé d'Affaires of the Israeli Embassy, Mr Ariel Seidman, persona non grata. | In a statement issued on Friday, DIRCO said the decision follows a series of unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practice that pose a direct challenge to South Africa's sovereignty. | "These violations include the repeated use of official Israeli social media platforms to launch insulting attacks against H…
(2026-02-02). Billie Eilish says '____ ICE' at the Grammys. thecanary.co 
Pop star Billie Eilish has spoken out at the Grammys against Donald Trump's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) unit. The militia have been running wild across Minnesota. They've been terrorising families, stealing children such as Liam Ramos, and killing Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti in cold blood. At the Grammys Eilish said: Billie Eilish says […] | By
(2026-02-02). What's for Textiles, Other Sectors in Budget 2026: Read Highlights, Summary. ummid.com Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Sunday February 01, 2026 tabled Budget 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha — the lower House of the Indian Parliament.
(2026-02-02). ICE in Minnesota — Days 57-62: Masses Protest ICE While Violence Continues and Feds Indict Journalists. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-02-02). Is the US Choosing Diplomacy Over War With Iran? thinktank.pk The Middle East is at a critical juncture — regional tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Gulf states have simmered for months and show both signs of escalation and cautious diplomatic restraint. Recent global diplomatic efforts, particularly led by Qatar, aim to prevent a broader conflict while the United States appears to be cautiously …
(2026-02-02). Brain Mapping the Psychosis of Israeli and US Governments. globalresearch.ca When logic and rational thought no longer prevail, the means of containment is to anticipate the criminal mind.
(2026-02-02). Saturday 2/7: SF Billionaires For Billionaires Rally- They Want More Billionaires & Want to Be Loved. indybay.org It will start at Alta Plaza Park at 11: 00 A and march to SF City Hall for rally at 12: 30 pm…
(2026-02-02). Weaponizing America's Economy in Service of Israel. counterpunch.org 
Empires rarely fall on the battlefield; they implode under the weight of their own arrogance and corruption. The hubris radiating from the White House suggests that this old imperial truth is once again asserting itself.
(2026-02-02). Partial Government Shutdown Continues as Immigration Talks Persist. capitalbnews.org 
A partial government shutdown took effect on Jan. 31, as civil rights groups continue to condemn the "dangerous escalation" of what the Trump administration says is an immigration crackdown in Minneapolis. The prospect of one had been intensifying in recent days, as Senate Democrats said that they wouldn't back legislation funding the U.S. Department of …
(2026-02-02). Beyond the bylines: How Kant Kaw turned a dream into a 15-year fight for equality in Myanmar. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-02). How US-Iran tensions could impact Gulf economies. newarab.com 
The increasing potential US military strike on
(2026-02-02). Australia: Writers Victoria to close as state Labor government slashes arts funding. wsws.org The destruction of Writers Victoria will mean fewer opportunities for working-class people to develop their own voices and stories.
(2026-02-02). Mass Rally in SF to Shut Down ICE & Support General Strike Nationally. indybay.org Thousands of students, workers and community members rallied at Dolores Park in San Francisco to shutdown ICE and also many supported a national general strike.
(2026-02-02). Harsh winter and frost once again help Russian troops against Ukraine. infobrics.org Medvedev praises Trump as a "peacemaker".
(2026-02-02). Mark Tully's death marks more than the passing of a man. ummid.com The death of Mark Tully signifies more than the passing of a man, and the end of a particular form of British writing about India.
(2026-02-02). President of Uruguay begins visit to China. ecns.cn Uruguayan President Yamandu Orsi arrived in Beijing on Sunday for a state visit, becoming the first foreign leader from a Latin American and Caribbean country to visit China in the new year.
(2026-02-02). Vigil Outside Veterans Administration Medical Center. indybay.org On January 29, a vigil to honor Alex Pettri.
(2026-02-02). Oil tumbles on Iran hopes, precious metals hit by stronger USD. newarab.com 
Oil prices tanked Monday on The retreat was also reflected in equity markets, with most regional indexes tracking a retreat on Wall Street and extending Friday's losses amid fresh concerns over the tech sector. | Both main crude contracts shed more than three percent in early Asian trad…
(2026-02-02). Liberal Democracy at the End of its Rope: The Participatory Democracy Alternative. dissidentvoice.org 
You've always looked for leaders, strong men with no faults. There aren't any. There are only men like yourselves. Speaking of leaders, they change, they desert, die. There are no leaders but yourselves. A united people is the only lasting strength. — Emiliano Zapata, 1952, to his followers In Yankeedom, the terms "liberal", "democracy" and …
(2026-02-02). Trump's 'get-out-of-jail-free card' for polluters faces its latest test in court. grist.org 
Last spring, the EPA made a surprise announcement: President Trump would consider giving some polluters exemptions from a handful of Clean Air Act rules. To get the ball rolling, all it would take was an email from a company making its case. The EPA
(2026-02-02). Let us all work together to create a safe and supportive environment for our learners. sanews.gov.za Let us all work together to create a safe and supportive environment for our learners | By Terence Khala | As the first school term of 2026 begins, there is a deeper responsibility that cannot be overlooked which is to deal with the safety and well-being of our children. Children are our future leaders, and they must always be protected, whether on and off the school grounds, be it on drugs, human trafficking, teenage pregnancy or road safety. ⚪ It is unfortunate and heartbreaking that the excitement of a new school year has been dampened by an accident that took the lives of 14 learners who were on their way…
(2026-02-02). Unwanted marriage or quest for freedom. What led Euphrosyne of Polotsk to monastery? eng.belta.by Influencer, film scholar, artist, and blogger Kseniya Leshchinskaya noted that one cannot dismiss the factor of an unwanted marriage in Euphrosyne of Polotsk's decision to secretly enter a monastery against her parents' wishes.
(2026-02-02). Starmer's Gorton candidate is corporate lobbyist who supports NHS privatisation. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's pick — after blocking Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham — to contest the Gorton and Denton by-election in Manchester is a corporate lobbyist who supports NHS privatisation. Angeliki Stogia wants to bring back 'PFI', the so-called 'private finance initiative' used by the Labour right to turn NHS hospitals into cash-cows for private investors. […] | By
(2026-02-02). Welcome to the Jade Helm Presidency. theintercept.com 
A panic pervades the internet: terrified talk of troops in American cities, federal shock troops brutalizing citizens and neighbors, the targeting of gun owners, mass surveillance, the deployment of militarized artificial intelligence, and the suspension of the Constitution. The year is 2015, and the far right is incensed. | This was a period of intense American paranoia and anger, largely spurred by the right-wing meltdown over the consecutive victories of President Barack Obama. It was also a time of post-Snowden horror, as a nation realized it lived inside an unfathomably immense government surveillance dra…
(2026-02-02). NZ pulls plug on $6.7m power project in Papua New Guinea amid tribal violence. asiapacificreport.nz By Johnny Blades, RNZ Pacific bulletin editor A New Zealand aid project in Papua New Guinea has been halted due to security concerns, and appears unlikely to be completed. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) confirmed work on the Enga Electrification Project in PNG's Highlands region had "stopped due to ongoing violence around…
(2026-02-02). DHS Seeks to Convert Giant Warehouses Across US Into Immigration Jails. truthout.org The Trump administration is purchasing warehouses across the U.S. with the intention of converting them into immigration jails as the White House expands its brutal immigration crackdown. At least seven sites being looked at by the administration could be used to imprison 7,500 people or more, with some sites coming close to a 10,000-person figure. All told, the 23 warehouse sites being… |
(2026-02-02). Thailand's Main Election Parties and What They Promise. moderndiplomacy.eu Thailand will hold a general election on February 8 to decide who will form the country's next government, with three parties expected to dominate the race: Bhumjaithai, Pheu Thai and the People's Party. The vote comes after a turbulent period marked by court interventions, coalition reshuffles and lingering tensions between reformist forces and the conservative …
(2026-02-02). Lukashenko calls for stronger Belarus-Brazil relations. eng.belta.by Belarus and Brazil must intensify their relations, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Brazil's Ambassador to Belarus Bernard Klingl.
(2026-02-02). Cuban small farmers reject U.S. executive order. radiohc.cu The National Association of Small Farmers (ANAP) has expressed its strongest rejection of the executive order signed by US President Donald Trump against Cuba in a statement reaffirming the farmers' commitment to the Revolution and the defense of national sovereignty. | Due to its importance, Radio Havana Cuba reproduces the statement in its entirety. | The National Association of Small Farmers (ANAP) expresses its strongest rejection of the executive order signed this Thursday afternoon by US President Donald Trump, which constitutes a new attempt to attack and obstruct the economic and social development of our…
(2026-02-02). Christian nationalism isn't limited to US, say scholars meeting in Chicago. anabaptistworld.org Scholars from around the world gathered in Chicago last week to focus on Christian nationalism, which they say is growing in influence globally. "Christian nationalism is not a single ideology, nor is it confined to one nation," said Abimbola Adelakun, associate professor of global Christianity at the University of Chicago Divinity School and organizer of …
(2026-02-02). DWP study shows their health assessors feel 'despised' and are quitting in droves. thecanary.co 
A newly-released report commissioned by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has revealed that over half of its health assessors quit the job within their first year. The health professionals reported feeling 'despised' for their role, which involves evaluating people for both Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and the health-related element of Universal Credit (UC). […] | By
(2026-02-02). How China built a giant modern canal in just four years. ecns.cn In just four years, China has carved open a new artery from inland to ocean — the Pinglu Canal — a historic mega-infrastructure project that is reshaping the nation's transport landscape. The construction began in August, 2022, and the canal is now in its final stage, ready to open for navigation by the end of 2026 — an extraordinary pace for such a massive feat.
(2026-02-02). High schooler leaps to equestrian success. anabaptistworld.org Lydia Harrison, a senior at Lancaster Mennonite School in Pennsylvania, has spent over half her life in the saddle. Now she's taking on her biggest competition so far: a U.S. Equestrian Federation event featuring Olympic-level talent Feb. 9-22 in Ocala, Fla.
(2026-02-02). JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Answer Key Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release on the JEE Main official website jeemain.nta.nic.in the JEE Main Session 1 January 2026 Answer Key along with the Question Paper and Response Sheet (OMR Sheet) of the students who appeared in the engineering entrance exam.
(2026-02-02). FBI Raid in Georgia Is Part of "Trump's Scheme to Try to Rig the Midterms" : Ari Berman. democracynow.org 
We speak with Mother Jones voting rights correspondent Ari Berman about the shocking FBI raid on an elections hub in Fulton County, Georgia. Federal agents were seeking records related to the 2020 presidential election, which President Donald Trump continues to falsely claim he won despite his loss to Joe Biden that year. During his efforts to overturn the election results, Trump pressured local officials to "find" him an additional 11,780 votes. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was on the scene Friday despite having no domestic law enforcement authority. The raid comes amid an ongoing…
(2026-02-02). Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash: What We Know So Far. ummid.com Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar has died in a plane crash Tuesday January 28, 2026.
(2026-02-02). KSA won't permit attack on Iran from its territory: Crown Prince to Masoud Pezeshkian. ummid.com Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman categorically ruled out permission to the U.S. or other foreign forces to use its territory for attack on Iran.
(2026-02-02). When World Pulls Apart, India and Europe Build Bridges. ummid.com The new Free Arade Agreement (FTA) between India and European Union goes beyond goods, linking people, skills, technology, supply chains, and security in a divided global economy.
(2026-02-02). EDB predicts continued wage growth in Belarus for 2026. eng.belta.by In Belarus, real wages increased by 6.1% in December 2025, maintaining the pace from November.
(2026-02-02). The Geopolitics of Digital Regionalism in the Global South. globalresearch.ca Starlink was on the news back in 2022 for its role in Ukraine, where a
(2026-02-02). Iran: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 23 January 2026, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered a statement during the 39th Special Session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council on the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran. The statement highlighted the Iranian government's "extraordinarily harsh crackdown" on protesters, which included thousands of summary killings and arbitrary detentions, and called for the release of all those detained in connection with the protests. Read the (…) | – |
(2026-02-02). Belarus' National Bank presents new graphical symbol for Belarusian ruble. eng.belta.by The winner of the competition for the best new graphical symbol is Vasily Shchebetun. His work received the highest total score. The author was today awarded a prize – a certificate for Br3,000.
(2026-02-02). How Quran Affirms Gospels and Ends The 'Lost Book' Delusion. ummid.com The relationship between Quran and the prior scriptures of the Abrahamic tradition — specifically Injil (Gospel) and Tawrat (Torah) — stands as one of the most volatile yet vital frontiers of modern interfaith theology.
(2026-02-02). ChatGPT: Vaccine Pimp Extraordinaire. globalresearch.ca Enjoy the below conversation between Yours Truly and OpenAI chatbot founded by
(2026-02-02). Maharashtra Minister's Election Funding Threat Sparks Controversy. devdiscourse.com Nitesh Rane, a Maharashtra government minister, has ignited a political storm by announcing that he will block development funds if candidates from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) are elected in the forthcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections.
(2026-02-02). Important Texts before the Trump Regime Starts Yet Another War on Iran and Its People. dissidentvoice.org Here is just a very short guide for the concerned: While you find little, or nothing, comprehensive, well-researched and meaningful in Western mainstream media, there are lots to be gained from every day visiting the online homes of, say, Al Jazeera, Al Mayadeen, the Middle East Eye — and others too, of course. Visit also …
(2026-02-02). Belarusian literature museum in Minsk holds night of traditional dances. eng.belta.by On 31 January the State Museum of the History of Belarusian Literature invited Belarusians of different ages and professions united by a love for music, dance, and Belarusian traditions for a dance evening.
(2026-02-02). The Future of International Law. counterpunch.org 
Reform vs reinvention: what's next? The legal theories in laws give multiple explanations and define laws in different ways according to their own time and social norms. International law is no exception, where states interact in their international relations through a legal system as well. Well, in the discourse of international law, some consider international
(2026-02-02). BRICS+ Series: Kazakhstan's Driverless Transport Vision. infobrics.org At first glance, autonomous freight transport might seem like a niche technological advance. However, it intersects with several pivotal shifts reshaping Eurasia and beyond…
(2026-02-02). What is Israel's Herzog doing in Australia who invited him, and why? asiapacificreport.nz ANALYSIS: By Andrew Brown Israel's President, Isaac Herzog, is due to arrive in Australia next Sunday. Why is a foreign Head of State asked to help heal an Australian community after an Australian tragedy? Australia is being asked to accept something extraordinary as if it were normal. Who invited Isaac Herzog in the first place,…
(2026-02-02). Trump in Davos: Inflammatory rhetoric, strategic policy signals. strategic-culture.su By Ralph SCHOELLHAMMER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | When President Donald Trump took the stage at the World Economic Forum in…
(2026-02-02). ICSE, ISC 2026 Admit Cards: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is set to release the Admit and Hall Ticket of the students who have registered for the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) 2026 exams.
(2026-02-02). 12th-century plot? Rethinking Euphrosyne of Polotsk's monastic choice. eng.belta.by Commenting on the possible reasons for Euphrosyne of Polotsk entering a monastery, Kseniya Leshchinskaya drew attention to the young princess's character, individuality, and vision.
(2026-02-02). American Reich: Kristi Noem's DHS is the Department of Homeland Subjugation. juancole.com Chicago (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Three thousand ICE maniacs invaded Minneapolis and rampaged through its streets, indiscriminately terrorizing immigrants and US citizens. Ordered by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem to carry out Trump's
(2026-02-02). President Ramaphosa to address Innovative Building Technologies Summit. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to address Innovative Building Technologies Summit | President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday deliver a keynote address at the Innovative Building Technologies (IBTs) Summit, taking place at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg. | The two-day summit brings together government, the building and construction industry, academia, investors and civil society to advance innovative solutions for the delivery of sustainable human settlements. | Held under the theme: "Mainstreaming Innovative Building Technologies for Sustainable Human Settlements", the summit aims to accelerate the adoption of inno…
(2026-02-02). Diary of Mechanical Benediction. counterpunch.org 
When I was a child, the world felt vast enough to resist you. Things didn't always work because you needed them to, and sometimes they refused. I caught the tail end of this with occasional cars needing coaxed back to life with a metal crank. I'd watch disgruntled men—middle-aged, I suppose, though at that time
(2026-02-02). Friday 2/13: Day: A Show and Craft Market. indybay.org London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-02). Petro arrives in US for meeting with Trump, diplomatic offensive. colombiareports.com Colombia's President Gustavo Petro arrived in Washington DC on Sunday for a diplomatic offensive that includes a meeting with his US counterpart Donald Trump. In Tuesday's meeting in the White House, Petro will seek to put forth "Colombia's priorities and the general lines of bilateral work on matters of common interest," according to the Foreign …
(2026-02-02). Dissecting The Belief That The US Should Forcibly Remove Tyrannical Governments. thealtworld.com "Government X does bad things" and "therefore the US should forcibly overthrow Government X" are two completely different claims. Propagandists keep acting like they're the same claim and like the second claim naturally follows the first, and I'm seeing far too many people accepting this manipulation without question. | They are not the same claim. They're entirely unrelated. It should not be necessary to explain this to grown adults, but here we are. | Even if we accept as fact all the claims about how badly the US-targeted government is behaving, and even if we ignore the obvious fact that unilateral US regime…
(2026-02-02). The shifting balances in the new global order and Türkiye. unitedworldint.com/feed/ An approach that disrupts the status quo, the construction of strategic depth, the ability to maintain multiple balances. By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The global arena is facing the reality that the liberal order, which has dominated for decades and was established after the Second World War, has collapsed, and that the Western countries that …
(2026-02-02). Gold falls by over 7% to about $4500. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Gold yet reports another sharp fall in spot trading, Reuters revealed on Monday. According to the report, gold dropped by more than 7 percent reaching around $4,500 an ounce.In addition, Silver also reported a loss in spot trading, dropping 12 percent to $74.18 an ounce.Gold and silver prices fall sharply. (Shutterstock)It is worth noting that both metals saw exceptional increases in January 2026, with gold rising by more than 20-25 percent, reaching around $5600 per ounce, last month, supported by central bank purchases.On the other hand, oil prices also decreased 3 percent on Monday after U.S. Presid…
(2026-02-02). Global science heavyweights converge in UAE for World Laureates Summit. geo.tv 
Participants attend a group photo during the World Laureates Summit in Abu Dhabi on February 1, 2026. — X/@HHShkMohd
(2026-02-02). SA at 'no immediate risk' of Nepah virus – Health Department. sanews.gov.za SA at 'no immediate risk' of Nepah virus – Health Department | South Africa is currently under "no immediate risk" of the Nipah Virus (NiV) outbreak reported in India. | This is according to the Department of Health (DoH) which assured in a statement that there is "no need for the public to panic." ⚪ Two cases of the potentially fatal virus were reported by Indian authorities in January 2026. ⚪ "The department is working closely with the National Institute for Communicable Diseases [NICD] which is closely monitoring the situation as the outbreak evolves and will keep the public informed of any new developments.
(2026-02-02). Scapegoating Turns America's Streets Into a Shooting Range for ICE and Border Patrol. scheerpost.com By Frederic H. Decker for Common Dreams I don't remember ever hearing federal officials so quickly, in unison, blame the victim as after the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis on January 7 by an agent of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. And as quick after the killing of Alex Pretti two weeks later on …
(2026-02-02). America's toxic future looks like East Palestine, OH, today. therealnews.com 
It's been three years since a Norfolk Southern "bomb train" carrying toxic chemicals derailed in the small town of East Palestine, OH, on the night of Feb. 3, 2023. Three days later, Norfolk Southern pressured local authorities to make the disastrous and completely unnecessary decision to empty five giant carloads of vinyl chloride into a ditch and set the contents on fire. The "controlled burn" of vinyl chloride released a massive black chemical plume into the air and exposed residents in East Palestine and the surrounding areas to deadly toxins in one of the worst industrial disasters in US history. Three ye…
(2026-02-02). Correctional Services festive operations crackdown yields results. sanews.gov.za Correctional Services festive operations crackdown yields results | Department of Correctional Services (DCS) officials conducted 5 592 search operations at correctional centres nationwide during the festive season— yielding the seizure of some 8 063 cellphones and R102 726.07 in cash. | This according to DCS National Commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale, who briefed the media on the outcomes of the department's Operation Vala festive season security operations. | Other confiscations include: | 3 144 sharpened objects. | 46kg of loose dagga. | Significant quantities of Mandrax tablets. | Small quantities of fo…
(2026-02-02). Cinema fuels China's consumption boom. ecns.cn Earlier this year, Xin Minghua, a devoted fan of the Ne Zhaanimated films, journeyed all the way from East China's Shanghai to the country's southwestern Sichuan province, just to visit Nezha Palace, a site dedicated to the legendary mythological figure.
(2026-02-02). Over 700 suspects arrested in N Cape. sanews.gov.za Over 700 suspects arrested in N Cape | Police in the Northern Cape have arrested 722 suspects in the past week through Operation Shanela 2, in conjunction with Safer Festive Season operations. | The weekly operation, led by senior managers in the province at district and station level, included vehicle check points (VCPs), roadblocks, stop and searches, foot and vehicle patrols, tracing of wanted suspects and compliance inspections at formal and informal businesses. | Back to school campaigns continued across the province, where South African Police Service (SAPS) personnel, accompanied by members of the Communit…
(2026-02-02). Thursday 2/5: ICE Kills, Palantir Profits: March and Vigil for All ICE Victims. indybay.org Gather at Heritage Park | 300 Homer Ave, Palo Alto…
(2026-02-02). Who deserves to know I am HIV positive? globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-02). China executes four from Bai family criminal syndicate. ecns.cn China has executed four members of the Bai family criminal syndicate for their involvement in telecom fraud, drug trafficking and other serious crimes in Myanmar's Kokang region, a court in south China's Guangdong Province announced.
(2026-02-02). Mediation to end disputes advocated. ecns.cn China's top court has launched a major initiative to prioritize collaborative mediation over litigation to resolve social and commercial disputes.
(2026-02-02). Pope Leo makes even more of a mess of Trump strangling Cuba. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump's regime has been tightening the US stranglehold on Cuba. And Pope Leo XIV's take on the events has attracted criticism. Because it shows the kind of establishment propaganda the world is up against. On X, the first US pope of the Catholic church lamented: an increase in tensions between Cuba and the United […] | By
(2026-02-02). 'Snow Moon' lights up the sky over Belarus. eng.belta.by On the night of 2 February 2026, there was a beautiful astronomical phenomenon in the sky over Belarus – the February full moon, which is also called the Snow Moon.
(2026-02-02). Korean travel boom in China, PLA tightens fuel rules: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China's visa-free waivers spark Korean travel boom, underpin tourism revival | 2. China's PLA tightens fuel rules as US investigates cause of twin air crashes | 3. Failures on 2 fronts led to Hong Kong's seat belt U-turn, experts say | 4. China's new YJ-18C missile: a logistics killer for US Navy?
(2026-02-02). Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Faces Fresh Impeachment Complaints. moderndiplomacy.eu Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte was hit with a new round of impeachment complaints on Monday, reviving efforts to remove her from office after a similar attempt last year failed. The earlier complaints were struck down by the Supreme Court for violating constitutional safeguards. Duterte, the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, remains one of …
(2026-02-02). mRNA Bioweapon Bills Mount, Arsenic Found in 60% of Candy, Cancer-Fighting Plants Resurface, and Birth Control Shots Linked to Brain Tumors. globalresearch.ca I joined Pentagon Press Corps correspondent Heather Mullins on LindellTV to cover some of the most urgent health developments in the country.
(2026-02-02). Trump pushes Iran to reach nuclear deal amid U.S. military buildup nearby. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON, the United States | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that if Iran does not reach a deal over its nuclear program, "we'll find out" whether Iran's supreme leader was correct in predicting that a U.S. attack on the country would spark a regional war. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei earlier …
(2026-02-02). Greens become bookies' fave in Manchester after Workers Party pulls out. thecanary.co 
The Workers Party of Britain have dramatically pulled out of the Gorton and Denton by-election. In a post on social media, they announced: This decision is taken in the best interests of the working-class. Labour and Reform must lose. And, this looks like fantastic news for the Greens: The Greens have now gone odds on […] | By
(2026-02-01). CIIE Stories | Michelin's innovation journey. ecns.cn In 2020, Michelin made its debut at the CIIE, showcasing a Formula E race car equipped with advanced electric tire technology that caught the eye of many. At that time, no one could have predicted that Michelin's innovative journey at the CIIE would kick off from there.
(2026-02-02). Pakistani forces kill 145 fighters in Balochistan after deadly attacks. aljazeera.com Manhunt under way in southwestern province after attacks by separatist group killed dozens, including 31 civilians.
(2026-02-02). Al-Ahli trounces Al-Ettifaq, pushes Al-Nassr to 3rd position in SPL Table. ummid.com Al-Ahli Saudi Wednesday January 28, 2025 defeated Al-Ettifaq 4-0 and advanced to the second position, replacing Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr, in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) Table.
(2026-02-02). China's Poverty Alleviation Versus Poverty in America, "The Land of the Free" globalresearch.ca Over the past month, Chinese social media platforms like Xiaohongshu and Bilibili have begun dismantling the myth of the "American dream," replacing glossy imagery with firsthand accounts showing that life in the so-called "land of the free" is far from …
(2026-02-02). Israel's opposition leader wants Qatar to be named 'enemy state'. newarab.com 
Israel's opposition leader Lapid, who is the biggest challenger to
(2026-02-02). ICE Is Not the Only Problem. Border Patrol Has Acted With Impunity for Decades. scheerpost.com By Monika Langarica for Truthout The idea of a "border crisis" has long been used by both Republicans and Democrats to justify harsh immigration policies. From Biden's sweeping asylum processing restrictions intended to gain "control of our border," to Trump's near-total suspension of asylum processing predicated on a proclaimed "invasion" at the southern border, the playbook is nothing new. …
(2002-02-26). Kazakhstan President Tokayev to visit Pakistan on February 3—4. tribune.com.pk 
The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, is set to undertake his first official state visit to Pakistan from February 3 to February 4 at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Foreign Ministry said on Monday. | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement on X, said, "During the visit, President Tokayev is expected to meet with the President of Pakistan, hold talks with the Prime Minister, and address the Pakistan-Kazakhstan Business Forum." | üîäPR No.3Ô∏è‚É£3Ô∏è‚É£/2&O…
(2026-02-02). Russia-Sri Lanka Bilateral Ties. Participation in the Vladivostok-Chennai Maritime Corridor (VCMC)? globalresearch.ca Sri Lanka appears to be following neighboring India's lead in wanting to scale real-sector trade across the Vladivostok-Chennai Maritime Corridor, expand energy cooperation, and host more military drills. ; ⚪ To read this article in the following languages, click the Translate Website…
(2026-02-02). Cancer preventative HPV vaccination campaign kicks off in schools. sanews.gov.za Cancer preventative HPV vaccination campaign kicks off in schools | The Department of Health will today kick off its 2026 Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination drive. | The drive is aimed at vaccinating girls aged 9 years and older to protect them from developing cervical cancer later in life. | "South Africa continues to record a high number of cases of cervical cancer and related deaths annually, despite the availability of lifesaving vaccines at public health facilities and the private health sector. | "Over 5 700 cases of cervical cancer are reported each year in the country, while more than 3 000 women di…
(2026-02-02). Venture Capitalists Are Using Profits From Genocide to Fund AI-Powered Weapons. truthout.org What does it mean for humanity if cutting-edge AI weapons development for the Pentagon is being significantly funded by venture capitalists who are also profiting from the Israeli genocide against the Palestinian people? Consider, for example, the X-BAT. On October 21, 2025, in a theatrical unveiling involving a darkened auditorium, a smoke machine, and a black silken shroud that was… |
(2026-02-02). Netanyahu pushes appointment of criminal suspect to head PM office. haaretz.com Netanyahu's request to formalize Drorit Steinmetz as director general of the Prime Minister's Office, even though she is a suspect in an active criminal investigation, adds to a growing list of investigations involving close associates of the prime minister…
(2026-02-02). Foreign diplomats hail Yunnan's opening-up efforts. ecns.cn Beyond fostering economic and trade cooperation, Yunnan is also dedicated to enhancing its international cooperation in the healthcare sector, contributing to the well-being of people in neighboring countries.
(2026-02-02). KEAM 2026 Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala has extended the last date of application for the KEAM 2026 (Engineering and Pharmacy) to be held from April 17 to 23, 2026.
(2026-02-02). Qatar wealth fund plans to invest in new venture capital funds. newarab.com 
The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) plans to invest in five new venture capital funds as part of an expanded $3 billion venture capital programme, The new funds, called Greycroft, Ion Pacific, Liberty City Ventures, Shorooq and Speedinvest, are set to open offices in Doha in an effort to develop Qatar as a venture capital hub, it said in a statement. | The "Fund of Funds" initiative was unveiled in 2024 to attract venture capital firms to Qatar, build a robust e…
(2026-02-02). Identities of Alex Pretti ICE murderers exposed. thecanary.co 
The two 'immigration' thugs who murdered peaceful protester Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been named as Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa, 43, and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez, 35. Both are said to be from Texas. Investigative journalists at ProPublica wrote: Pretti's killing, and the subsequent secrecy surrounding the agents involved, comes as the country […] | By
(2026-02-02). RRB CEN 06/2024: Typing Skill Test [CBTST 2026] Date Announced. ummid.com The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has confirmed the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) to be conducted for the candidates who have qualified the CBT 2 exam conducted for recruitment as notified under NTPC CEN 06/2024.
(2026-02-02). Tommy Robinson and the London News Website Linked to a Putin-Backed Propaganda Network. bylinetimes.com In February 2020, far-right activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon ('Tommy Robinson') travelled to Moscow and St Petersburg, giving interviews to Kremlin-backed broadcaster RT and meeting figures linked to Russian nationalist movements. Since then, questions have long swirled about his Russian connections and the sources of his funding amid mounting legal debts. | Byline Times can now reveal that years before that trip to Russia, Robinson was hired as a "goodwill ambassador" for an unregistered charity fronting a secretive Russian propaganda network that worked directly for President Vladimir Putin's administration, a…
(2026-02-02). How Human Rights Watch Shattered Yugoslavia. scheerpost.com By Kit Klarenberg Substack On August 25th 2025, this journalist documented how the 1975 Helsinki Accords transformed "human rights" into a highly destructive weapon in the West's imperial arsenal. At the forefront of this shift were organisations such as Amnesty International, and Helsinki Watch — the forerunner of Human Rights Watch. Supposedly independent reports published by these …
(2026-02-02). Saturday 2/7: Bloodstained Men Demonstrations & Protests against TaxPayer Subsidized Infant Circumcision. indybay.org The George R. Moscone Convention Center | 747 Howard St, San Francisco, California 94103…
(2026-02-02). AI: A New Arena for BRICS Power Projection. infobrics.org AI has become a new axis of global power, and BRICS is striving to break its monopoly; a path that inherently holds the potential for both cooperation and competition among its members…
(2026-02-02). Deni Avdija to make history as first Israeli NBA All-Star. haaretz.com The Portland Trail Blazers forward, enjoying the best season of his career, was not named to the All-Star starting lineup despite finishing with 2,202,605 votes — ahead of players including LeBron James and Kevin Durant — but was chosen as a reserve by the league's coaches…
(2026-02-02). Novak Djokovic loses Australian Open 2026 but wins hearts. ummid.com Serbian great, Novak Djokovic, Sunday February 01, 2026 lost the Australian Open 2026 Championship to Carlos Alcaraz but not before winning the hearts of the tennis fans present at Melbourne Park.
(2026-02-02). IDF blocks Palestinian Bedouins from rebuilding their West Bank homes burned by Israeli settlers. haaretz.com Bedouin residents of Mukhmas arrived Sunday to rebuild homes torched by settlers but were stopped by Israeli soldiers, who said the area was a closed military zone. When asked about an Israeli man who photographed the houses, a soldier responded, 'He can do whatever he wants'…
(2026-02-02). Fatal Secrets: The Railway Track Murder Unveiled. devdiscourse.com A dramatic turn of events unfolded in Faridabad as a woman and her lover were arrested for the alleged murder of her husband, Suman, an auto rickshaw driver from Jharkhand. His body was discovered on a railway track in the Mewala Maharajpur area on December 1, 2025, initially thought to be a train accident.
(2026-02-02). The Future Looks Dim for Big Oil in the Motor Vehicle Industry. dissidentvoice.org 
Just as American consumers closed out the horse-and-buggy era at the start of the 1900s with the arrival of gas-run vehicles, carriage makers saw the handwriting on the wall and gradually moved capital, labor, and creative efforts elsewhere. Big Oil's executives today certainly recognize that the gas-run vehicle era is fast ending once EV prices …
(2026-02-02). The Worst Flood in British History — 1953. wattsupwiththat.com I don't think anybody alive today can have the slightest understanding of the fortitude and determination shown by people in those days, who lived through events like this flood, the winter of 1948 and the floods that followed. Not least because the country was still on its knees after the war.
(2026-02-02). Efforts to house all Australians make slow but steady progress. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-02). Tencent unveils AI-powered social feature amid intense competition. ecns.cn Tencent Holdings Ltd's chairman Pony Ma said on Monday that the company has launched a new artificial intelligence-driven social feature called "Yuanbao Pai" on its Yuanbao app, as China's tech giants step up competition in generative AI.
(2026-02-02). Friday 2/6: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-02). Poll Signals Landslide Win for Japan's Ruling Party Under Takaichi. moderndiplomacy.eu Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party is on course for a decisive victory in next week's lower house election, according to a new poll by the Asahi newspaper. The survey suggests the LDP could win well above the 233 seats needed for a majority in the 465-seat chamber, rising from its current 198 …
(2026-02-02). "Leave Our City Now" : Minneapolis Residents March as Part of National Strike Against ICE. democracynow.org 
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in hundreds of demonstrations across the United States this weekend as protests continue against the Trump administration's anti-immigrant crackdown. Democracy Now! was in the streets of Minneapolis on Friday speaking with protesters who marched in subzero temperatures.
(2026-02-02). CIIE Stories | From masture clover to CIIE 'four-leaf clover'. ecns.cn Roy Van Den Hurk, CEO of Milk New Zealand Dairy Limited, could be considered a"die-hard fan" of the China International Import Expo(CIIE). Except for a brief absence from one edition due to uncontrollable factors, he travels all the way from New Zealand to China every year specifically to attend this annual event.
(2026-02-02). Turmoil at FEMA adds to the revolt against Kristi Noem. grist.org Kristi Noem faces intensifying public scrutiny over her leadership of the Department of Homeland Security. Criticism of the former South Dakota governor has focused on her handling of the killing of Alex Pretti by a federal immigration agent and her oversight of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA. The controversies have prompted calls from Democratic lawmakers — and a small but noteworthy group of Republicans — for her resignation or impeachment. | The immediate flashpoint has been the January 24 killing of Pretti, which occurred during ongoing protests in Minneapolis. Noem initially…
(2026-02-02). Can Hyundai Motor stage a comeback in China. ecns.cn Hyundai Motor Group is seeking to restore its relevance in China, but analysts say the odds of a meaningful turnaround are slim in the country's hypercompetitive auto market.
(2026-02-02). Belarus, Hokkaido Prefecture outline ways to intensify ties. eng.belta.by Belarus' Chargé d'Affaires ad interim in Japan, Yevgeny Lazarev, met with Belarus' Honorary Consul in Hokkaido Prefecture Masato Matsuura.
(2026-02-02). Trump plans to shut down Kennedy Centre for 2 years for renovations. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said ‚on Sunday he planned to close the John F. Kennedy Memorial Centre for the Performing Arts for two years for reconstruction starting in July. | The national arts and entertainment centre in Washington has been marked by turmoil in recent months following Trump's appointment of himself as chairman, his push to change the organisation's focus, plans for reconstruction, ‚Å and the board's addition of his name to the institution.
(2026-02-02). Duluth, MN, Feb. 7, 2026: "Earth's Greatest Enemy" Film Screening. wibailoutpeople.org 
Saturday, February 710: 00 a.m. — 1: 00 p.m.West Theater, 319 N. Central Ave, Duluth, MinnesotaSponsored by Northland Grandmothers for Peaceand Veterans for Peace, Chapter 80 Earth's Greatest Enemy, the second feature film project by Abby Martin, is a groundbreaking anti-imperialist environmental documentary.Exempt from international climate agreements and rarely scrutinized in mainstream reporting, the Pentagon is the world's single …
(2026-02-02). Assault or diplomacy: Washington's deliberate mixed signals to Tehran. onlineopinion.com.au Washington is pressuring Iran with warships and words. But without a clear endgame, coercive diplomacy risks signaling resolve and confusion at the same time.
(2026-02-02). The Supreme Crime Committed By Criminal Government: Wars of Aggression. indybay.org The US Government is the greatest threat to world peace…
(2026-02-02). Taiwan compatriots savor new year atmosphere in Henan. ecns.cn Taiwan compatriots make intangible cultural heritage handicrafts in Xunxian County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 1, 2026.
(2026-02-02). Arriving athletes bring 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Village to life. ecns.cn The Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Village started coming alive on Sunday, as athletes laden with gear rolled into a brand-new complex where they will sleep, eat meals, work out and mix with other competitors over the next three weeks.
(2026-02-02). Inflamed Guts: How Everyday Plastic Exposure Worsens Chronic Inflammatory Bowl Disease (IBD). globalresearch.ca People with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis carry higher levels of micro- and nanoplastics, which intensify gut inflammation and make flares harder to control | An inflamed gut absorbs plastic particles more easily, allowing them to enter tissue, overstimulate immune cells, …
(2026-02-02). Russia Reaffirms Support for China on Taiwan Amid Rising Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu arrived in China on Sunday to meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The talks focused on security and bilateral relations, reaffirming Moscow's long-standing support for Beijing on the Taiwan issue. This visit follows a December meeting in Moscow and highlights the close, "no limits" partnership between the two countries. …
(2026-02-02). California 175 – Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff Jr. – 2026 Black History Month. indybay.org As we ramp up celebrations for the 100th Anniversary of Negro History Week and 50th Anniversary of Black History Month, Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. legacy provides an example of what is possible today.
(2026-02-02). Nameere wins Masaka City Woman MP seat after vote recount ‚Äé. independent.co.ug 
Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Justine Nameere, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate, has been declared the elected Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament following a vote recount exercise. The three-day vote recount exercise, presided over by Masaka Chief Magistrate Albert Asiimwe and concluded on Sunday night, overturned the earlier results by the Electoral Commission, …
(2026-02-02). Women 'fidayeens', IED blasts: How Baloch rebels carried out deadly Pakistan attacks that left over 50 dead. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The outlawed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated attacks across Pakistan's Balochistan province, releasing photographs of two women allegedly involved in the violence that left nearly 50 persons dead, including at least 17 security personnel.One of the attackers has been identified by the BLA as 24-year-old Asifa Mengal, a resident of Nushki district. In a statement, the group said Mengal joined its suicide wing, the Majeed Brigade, in October 2023 and carried out a suicide strike targeting an alleged Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) facility in…
(2026-02-02). A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EUROPEAN UNION IN BRUSSELS FULL-TIME PERMANENT CONTRACT. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-02). Google rolls-out 'full length' JEE Main Mock Test: How to try. ummid.com Google has rolled out, what it called, 'full length' JEE Main Mock Test or Practice Papers, through its AI app Gemini AI.
(2026-02-02). Black Colorado Ranchers Prevail After Attempts to Run Them Off the Land. capitalbnews.org 
Courtney "CW" and Nicole Mallery believed they had moved to greener pastures after being displaced by a hurricane. They moved to Yoder, Colorado, an unincorporated town where they could nurture their animals and grow food on their 1,000-acre ranch. What the married couple say they've encountered, however, nearly cost them their lives. They faced being …
(2026-02-02). Analysing The Risks Involved in Expansion of AIMIM, AIUDF. ummid.com Under the First Past…
(2026-02-02). How a Sudanese woman built a menstrual health factory in exile. newarab.com 
The roar of warplanes and the incessant rattle of gunfire inundated the tranquillity of Safiya Elfadni's home after 15 April 2023. Living just a few kilometres from one of Khartoum's largest military bases — at that time besieged by the Rapid Support Forces — her world shifted overnight. | In her mind, a chaotic list of priorities began to collide: the wedding she was set to celebrate in just 12 days, the safety of family members scattered across a fracturing city, and perhaps most pressingly, her factory. | Since 2018, she had built this dream from the ground up, finally reaching full-scale productio…
(2026-02-02). Fishing ban revives Yangtze finless porpoises. ecns.cn The population of the Yangtze finless porpoise, the only freshwater porpoise species in China's longest river, has risen to 1,426 in 2025, indicating that the fishing ban and other conservation efforts are reviving the ecosystem of the Yangtze River.
(2026-02-02). The Israel-Greece-Cyprus axis: A new anti-Turkey alliance. newarab.com 
In late December, The agreement marked the latest step in a rapidly expanding trilateral partnership combining Marketed by the three governments as contributing to regional "stability and security", the agreement comes ami…
(2026-02-02). 'Insulted' Benzema seeks to switch Saudi teams: source. newarab.com 
Striker "Negotiations are underway between the parties: Al-Hilal would like to sign Benzema for the remaining six months of his contract with Al-Ittihad, but the player's agent is demanding a one-and-a-half-year contract," the source to…
(2026-02-02). HerStory: Feminism is the Route to Peace. scheerpost.com By H. Patricia Hynes for Informed Comment Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist and impassioned advocate for nature, founded in her later years an institute through which she launched Roots and Shoots. Young people in more than 60 countries were taught about preserving nature and how to work for environmental good in their communities. Because of …
(2026-02-02). UK sanctions Iran interior minister over protester crackdown. newarab.com 
(2026-02-02). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Link, Key Dates. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration and application process of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 from today i.e. Sunday February 01, 2026, and here are the link to apply and important dates.
(2026-02-02). Ambassador: Brazil hopes to resume cooperation between Belarus and Embraer. eng.belta.by Brazil hopes to restore cooperation between Embraer and Belarus, Brazil's Ambassador to Belarus Bernard Klingl told journalists following his meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on 2 February.
(2026-02-02). New Lawsuit Challenges Trump's Exemptions for Polluters. truthout.org Last spring, the Environmental Protection Agency made a surprise announcement: President Donald Trump would consider giving some polluters exemptions from a handful of Clean Air Act rules. To get the ball rolling, all it would take was an email from a company making its case. The EPA set up a special inbox to receive these applications, and it gave companies about three weeks at the end of March… |
(2026-02-02). Harari deconstructs the Israeli Narrative from within. juancole.com by ( Yet Yuval Noah Harari—neither a politician nor an agent of state power, but a globally respected social thinker—has done precisely that. He argues that the Israeli—Palestinian conflict is no longer a dispute over land, but over the moral certainties each side…
(2026-02-02). Russia Has Sent the First Tranche for the Construction of a Cable Car Across the Amur River with China. infobrics.org The Russian Federation has provided the first funds in the amount of 211 million rubles for the construction of a cross-border cable car between Blagoveshchensk and Chinese Heihe…
(2026-02-02). Why Were Abu Dhabi Talks Postponed Right After Russian Strikes Hit? thinktank.pk Have you been following the twists and turns in the Ukraine conflict as What if a long-awaited push for peace hits a snag right when hope starts flickering—delayed amid fresh violence and behind-the-scenes meetings? Could the recent Russian strikes on civilian targets be tied to…
(2026-02-02). Chinese residents made 6.52 billion domestic trips in 2025. ecns.cn Chinese residents took 6.52 billion domestic trips in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 16.2 percent.
(2026-02-02). Is the UN Being Wrecked So Western Leaders Can Escape Justice from the ICC and ICJ? dissidentvoice.org On Thursday UK MPs will debate the motion "That this House has considered the obligation to assess the risk of genocide under international law in relation to the Occupied Palestinian Territories". This follows an application from SNP MP Brendan O'Hara way back in June last year. As O'Hara said in his request, "it is to allow …
(2026-02-02). Take Off from Greenland — Land on Mars. "Abolishing States, Establishing Private Cities" . globalresearch.ca The world is currently undergoing radical change. In Greenland, the wet dreams of the super-rich are set to become reality. We are talking about private cities and special economic zones. | * | At the World Economic Forum in Davos, US President …
(2026-02-02). West Bengal Board Class 12 Model Question Paper Released. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has released Model Question Papers for Class 12th Uchha Madhyamik or Higher Secondary Semester 4 Board Examinations 2026.
(2026-02-02). HCoI launches Self Flight Booking for Hajj Pilgrims: Check Steps. ummid.com Hajj 2026: In another initiative to enhance convenience of the Hajj Pilgrims, the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has introduced Self Flight Booking facility.
(2026-02-02). Trump says Iran negotiating with U.S. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Iran is negotiating with the United States.
(2026-02-02). Fact Check: How China's Global Times Spins Japan's Political Turmoil. thinktank.pk Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi supposedly skipped a televised debate due to a hand injury, which sparked speculation that she was avoiding scrutiny over the Unification Church scandal. The Global Times frames this as political avoidance and interprets it as embarrassment tied to domestic controversy. Independent Verification: Xinhua News Agency and other mainstream outlets confirm …
(2026-02-02). Saturday 1/31: San Francisco Social Movement history: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-02-02). "Journalism Is Not a Crime" : Georgia Fort & Don Lemon Arrested for Covering St. Paul Church Protest. democracynow.org 
As protests continue in Minnesota over the federal government's immigration crackdown, former CNN anchor Don Lemon and independent journalist Georgia Fort now face federal charges stemming from their reporting on a January 18 demonstration at a St. Paul church, where a senior ICE official works as a pastor. The two journalists were released Friday without bail following initial court hearings and could face fines or prison time if convicted. Their charges stem from the FACE Act, a 1994 law intended to protect access to abortion clinics which also prohibits interference with religious worship. Seven activist…
(2026-02-02). Netanyahu Government Ban on Haaretz Is Unlawful, Attorney General Tells Israel's Top Court. portside.org Netanyahu Government Ban on Haaretz Is Unlawful, Attorney General Tells Israel's Top Court |
(2026-02-02). Residential care charity trustee paid his own company £1m from charity funds. thecanary.co 
The families of residents at William Blake House in Northamptonshire have called for an urgent inquiry into the residential care charity. They've made accusations of mismanagement after it came to light that one of the trustees paid its own company £1m from the charity's funds. The care facility houses 22 residents with learning disabilities and […] | By
(2026-02-02). Measles Reported at ICE Jail in Dilley, Texas. truthout.org Two detainees at the nation's only current immigrant family detention center, 70 miles south of San Antonio, have "active measles infections," federal and state officials said. Federal officials halted "all movement" and quarantined some migrants, said Tricia McLaughlin, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson, in a statement. The measles cases were first confirmed Saturday… |
(2026-02-02). China, Algeria expand space cooperation with new satellite launch. ecns.cn Developed by the China Academy of Space Technology, the satellite will work with its predecessor, AlSat-3A, which was also built by the academy and launched by a Long March 2C rocket from the Jiuquan spaceport on Jan 15.
(2026-02-02). The New Federal Reference Manual On Scientific Evidence: All The Smartest People Get Hoodwinked By The Climate Charlatans. wattsupwiththat.com Well, the entire NAS (or maybe it's now the NASEM) has been taken in. (Or maybe they are in on the scam as a way to keep their funds flowing.) Lots of top federal judges are listed on the boards and committees that signed off on this. Once again, all the smartest people prove that they are not very smart.
(2026-02-02). Lukashenko expresses political support for Brazilian president ahead of upcoming election. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has expressed political support for Brazil's incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in connection with the upcoming election in the country.
(2026-02-02). South Africa expels Israeli envoy. ummid.com South Africa has expelled Israel envoy in the country Ariel Seidman.
(2026-02-02). Foodie buddy, let's go! Hop on the bus and taste the world. ecns.cn Want to taste the world's delicacies in Yiwu? Just take Route 21, the "Food Bus." It runs through top foodie spots, like Santing Road Night Market, Binwang Commercial District, and Korean Food Street, so you'll find every kind of international cuisine you're craving.
(2026-02-02). The global mobility gap: The world's least powerful passports. strategic-culture.su While citizens of top-ranked nations enjoy visa-free access to nearly 200 destinations, the reality is starkly different for holders of the world's weakest passports. This infographic, based on the latest Henley Passport Index, reveals the ten countries whose travel documents grant the least freedom of movement, often limiting holders to fewer than 50 visa-free destinations and highlighting a profound global inequality in the right to travel.
(2026-02-02). AI innovations to bolster Xizang's digital economy. ecns.cn The Xizang autonomous region is poised to accelerate its digital transformation and promote high-tech industries under its ambitious plans for 2026.
(2026-02-02). Islamic State video details extent of attack in Niamey. longwarjournal.org A new video released by the Islamic State details the jihadist group's brazen attack on Niger's international airport and military airbase in the capital of Niamey. The footage undercuts statements made by Nigerien officials, indicating the attack was much worse than initially reported.
(2026-02-02). Russia's Interests in Syria Go Far Beyond Retaining Its Air and Naval Bases. globalresearch.ca Syrian President Ahmed "Jolani" al-Sharaa's That may be true, especially since they play a practically irreplaceable …
(2026-02-02). Coward Farage sent lapdog Zia Yusuf to debate Polanski for him. thecanary.co 
As we reported, Zack Polanski has been trying to get Nigel Farage to debate him for weeks. Now, Farage has responded by… …quietly sending his lapdog to do it for him: üö® BREAKING NEWS üö® Gorton & Denton is a two-horse race between Reform UK and the Green Party. Zia Yusuf is challenging Zack Polanski […] | By
(2026-02-02). DIRCO declares Israeli Chargé d'Affaires Persona Non Grata. sanews.gov.za DIRCO declares Israeli Chargé d'Affaires Persona Non Grata | The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has informed the Government of the State of Israel of South Africa's decision to declare the Chargé d'Affaires of the Israeli Embassy, Mr Ariel Seidman, persona non grata. | In a statement issued on Friday, DIRCO said the decision follows a series of unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practice that pose a direct challenge to South Africa's sovereignty. | "These violations include the repeated use of official Israeli social media platforms to launch insulting attacks against H…
(2026-02-02). Balancing act: How Pakistan is navigating the Saudi-UAE rift. newarab.com 
(2026-02-02). Taklimakan Desert blanketed in snow. ecns.cn Snowfall hits the edge of Taklimakan Desert in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on Jan. 29, 2026, with vast stretches of sand covered in glistening white snow.
(2026-02-02). Thursday 2/19: SJSU: EO 9066 Incarcerations of Japanese Ancestry Americans WWII – Dialog Workshops. indybay.org Diaz Compean Student Union Theater | San José State University – center of campus | One Washington Square, San Jose | FREE and open to the community…
(2026-02-02). China's highest-altitude wind turbines in Xinjiang connected to grid. ecns.cn The first-phase wind turbines of the 300-megawatt wind power project in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region have been connected to the grid, China Huaneng Group said on Monday.
(2026-02-02). Legal Clash: Visa Policy Pause Sparks Federal Lawsuit. devdiscourse.com In a significant legal development, civil rights organizations have launched a lawsuit against the State Department over its recent decision to pause the processing of immigrant visas for citizens from 75 countries. Filed in a Manhattan federal court, the lawsuit seeks an injunction to halt this policy, which was implemented on January 21.
(2026-02-02). New York nurses: Expand the strike to defeat mass firing threats from management! wsws.org The nurses must seize control of their strike to prevent the union from surrendering completely to the hospitals' outrageous demands.
(2026-02-02). Protests, and anger against Trump and the Devil's activities in the White House. indybay.org Fighting back against evil is a righteous endeavor…
(2026-02-02). Saturday 2/14: Trump Regime Takedown special one-year anniversary! indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-02-02). "Obey now. Grieve later" : Teachers unions suppress resistance to fascism. wsws.org As students walked out in opposition to fascistic attacks that threatened their communities, friends and families, teachers were ordered to do the opposite: remain in their classrooms, obey administrative directives and suppress any collective response, under the guise of "student safety."
(2026-02-02). Ensuring victims' rights in the future crimes against humanity convention. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), jointly with REDRESS and other organisations, voice their support for the adoption of a Convention on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity and make recommendations to ensure a victim-centred approach in the future Convention.
Paris, New York, 23 January 2026. As the first session of the Preparatory Committee for the United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes (…) | – |
(2026-02-02). Australian PM invites Canadian leader to visit. wsws.org Albanese's announcement came only three days after Carney addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he declared that the "rules-based international order" had "ruptured."
(2026-02-02). Tough-talking right-winger elected Costa Rica president. newarab.com 
Right-wing political scientist Laura Fernandez won Costa Rica's presidential election on Sunday by a landslide, after promising to crack down on rising violence linked to the cocaine trade. | Fernandez's nearest rival, centre-right economist Alvaro Ramos, conceded defeat as results showed the ruling party far exceeding the threshold of 40 percent needed to avoid a run-off. | With 94 percent of polling stations counted, the political heir of outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves had captured 48.3 percent of the vote compared to Ramos's 33.4 percent, according to the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE). | As soon as the f…
(2026-02-02). Saturday 2/7: Sunny Saturday SF World Naked Bike Ride. indybay.org 11am Gathering | 12pm/Noon Start | Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park | The Embarcadero Promenade & Folsom Street | San Francisco…
(2026-02-02). Robotic sector shifts from prototypes to production. ecns.cn A newly established pilot manufacturing and validation platform for humanoid robots in Beijing marks a significant transition aimed at shifting the industry from small-batch prototyping to large-scale production.
(2026-02-02). Sabalenka retains top spot in WTA rankings. eng.belta.by The world's number one player retains 10,990 points in her tally, while the Australian Open champion, Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina, has risen two places to now occupy the third position.
(2026-02-02). Rail Boost: Expanding Connectivity and Culture in Jammu & Kashmir. devdiscourse.com The Union Railway Ministry, through Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced an allocation of Rs 1,086 crore for Jammu and Kashmir in the recent rail budget. This investment underscores the government's commitment to enhancing rail connectivity and infrastructure in remote areas of the Union territory.
(2026-02-02). Saturday 2/7: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-02-02). Xiaomi denies Ford JV report, UK investment plans outlined. ecns.cn A recent media report alleging early-stage partnership discussions between US automaker Ford Motor Company and Chinese tech company Xiaomi has been denied by the latter.
(2026-02-02). China expects record-high passenger trips during 2026 Spring Festival travel rush. ecns.cn Inter-regional passenger trips across China during the 2026 Spring Festival travel rush, also known as chunyun, are expected to reach a record high of 9.5 billion, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) said Thursday.
(2026-02-02). Meet Lubna Qazi Who Takes Oath as Administrative Law Judge in New Jersey. ummid.com Kokan's daughter Lubna Qazi Chaudhry took the oath as Administrative Law Judge in New Jersey with her hand placed on The Holy Quran, pledging to uphold constitutional responsibilities.
(2026-02-02). Major financial oligarchs helped Kevin Warsh secure Trump's nomination for Fed chair. wsws.org Trump's decision is the outcome of a balancing act which itself underscores the inherent instability of the US financial system.
(2026-02-02). SF Students Cut Classes for Massive Anti-ICE Action as Part of National Protest. indybay.org Tens of thousands rally at Dolores Park then March to Civic Center…
(2026-02-02). Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra's 1st Woman Dy CM. ummid.com Sunetra Pawar, the widow of Ajit Pawar, Saturday January 31, 2026 took oath as the new Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
(2026-02-02). Caitlin Johnstone: After Iran, Next Target: Cuba. consortiumnews.com We're being asked to believe Cuba is Hamas, so the U.S. needs to strangle it to death in self-defense. That the U.S. has been pursuing regime change in Cuba for generations, we're told, is mere coincidence. By Caitlin Johnstone Caitlin's…
(2026-02-02). Tamil Nadu TN TET 2025 Result Declared, Check Here. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) has declared online the results of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2025 on its official website.
(2026-02-02). Transparencia y acceso a la información pública en Cuba: øPosible o imposible? cubadebate.cu La reciente publicación de la Ley 168: De la Transparencia y el Acceso a la Información Pública marca un momento relevante dentro del desarrollo jurídico cubano, porque convierte en reglas concretas derechos que ya estaban reconocidos en la Constitución, pero que ahora cuentan con mayores mecanismos y obligaciones precisas para hacerse efectivos.
(2026-02-02). Partido Demócrata gana un escaño en el Senado de Texas en un distrito que votó por Trump. cubadebate.cu Taylor Rehmet, sindicalista y aspirante del Partido Demócrata, se ha alzado con la victoria en las elecciones parciales celebradas el sábado para el Senado de Texas, en una circunscripción en la que el actual presidente, Donald Trump, ganó por 17 puntos en los comicios de 2024.
(2026-02-02). Béisbol cubano: Matanzas golpea primero en semifinales. cubadebate.cu Cocodrilos de Matanzas derrotó este domingo 4-1 a Industriales de La Habana y golpeó primero en el duelo semifinal del campeonato cubano de béisbol, pactado al mejor de siete desafíos. Los discípulos de Armando Ferrer mantuvieron firme el propósito de alcanzar su segunda corona con el nombre de Matanzas en el pecho.
(2026-02-02). Diplomático cubano dice a AP que no hay diálogo con EEUU pero la isla está abierta a uno. cubadebate.cu El viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Carlos Fernández de Cossío, habló días después de que el presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, dijera que su administración está comenzando a hablar con los líderes cubanos después de que amenazó con imponer aranceles a cualquier país que proporcione petróleo a la isla.
(2026-02-02). Declara Claudia Sheinbaum que esta semana se enviará ayuda humanitaria a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, dijo que se está buscando ´por las vías diplomáticas ª continuar con el envío de petróleo a Cuba, en tanto, adelantó que esta semana se enviará un cargamento de ayuda humanitaria a la mayor de las Antillas. Las declaraciones de la mandataria mexicana tuvieron lugar durante la inauguración del Museo Subacuático y la Presentación del Proyecto de Expansión del Puerto de Guaymas.Esta semana estamos planeando una ayuda humanitaria a Cuba. Es una ayuda que va a hacer la Secretaría Marina de Alimentación y otros productos en lo que resolvemos de manera diplomática t…
(2026-02-02). Béisbol cubano: Matanzas golpea primero en semifinales. cubadebate.cu Cocodrilos de Matanzas derrotó este domingo 4-1 a Industriales de La Habana y golpeó primero en el duelo semifinal del campeonato cubano de béisbol, pactado al mejor de siete desafíos. Los discípulos de Armando Ferrer mantuvieron firme el propósito de alcanzar su segunda corona con el nombre de Matanzas en el pecho.
(2026-02-02). La Groenlandia, il Trattato e le mid-term americane: come gli anti-trumpiani europei cercano di superare Trump. strategic-culture.su Se i leader europei contrari a Trump hanno pensato di poterlo superare in astuzia con una mossa del genere, è evidente che non hanno ancora compreso appieno il gioco che sta mettendo in atto la Casa Bianca. | Segue nostro Groenlandia e sicurezza regionale | La recente evoluzione della posizione statunitense sulla Groenlandia ha riportato al centro del dibattito internazionale il tema della sicurezza artica e, più in generale, la tenuta d…
(2026-02-02). Partido Demócrata gana un escaño en el Senado de Texas en un distrito que votó por Trump. cubadebate.cu Taylor Rehmet, sindicalista y aspirante del Partido Demócrata, se ha alzado con la victoria en las elecciones parciales celebradas el sábado para el Senado de Texas, en una circunscripción en la que el actual presidente, Donald Trump, ganó por 17 puntos en los comicios de 2024.
(2026-02-02). Diplomático cubano dice a AP que no hay diálogo con EEUU pero la isla está abierta a uno. cubadebate.cu El viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Carlos Fernández de Cossío, habló días después de que el presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, dijera que su administración está comenzando a hablar con los líderes cubanos después de que amenazó con imponer aranceles a cualquier país que proporcione petróleo a la isla.
(2026-02-02). Cuadrando la Caja: Guerra económica contra Cuba en tiempos de brutal imperialismo. cubadebate.cu Hoy vamos a continuar conversando sobre la guerra económica contra Cuba. øLa guerra económica contra nuestro país, con esa arma estrella que es el bloqueo en el centro, es la causa fundamental de nuestro deterioro económico o es una causa relativa menor? Sobre este y otros temas se dialogó en el programa Cuadrando la Caja.
(2026-02-02). Transparencia y acceso a la información pública en Cuba: øPosible o imposible? cubadebate.cu La reciente publicación de la Ley 168: De la Transparencia y el Acceso a la Información Pública marca un momento relevante dentro del desarrollo jurídico cubano, porque convierte en reglas concretas derechos que ya estaban reconocidos en la Constitución, pero que ahora cuentan con mayores mecanismos y obligaciones precisas para hacerse efectivos.
(2026-02-02). Matanzas noquea a Industriales y se afianza en semifinal del béisbol cubano. cubadebate.cu De la mano del zurdo Yamichel Pérez, con ofensiva productiva y sin errores a la defensa, los Cocodrilos de Matanzas noquearon 10-0 a Industriales y dominan el duelo semifinal en el béisbol cubano. Desde el montículo del estadio Victoria de Girón, Pérez logró caminar seis entradas sin permitir carreras.
(2026-02-02). Cuadrando la Caja: Guerra económica contra Cuba en tiempos de brutal imperialismo. cubadebate.cu Hoy vamos a continuar conversando sobre la guerra económica contra Cuba. øLa guerra económica contra nuestro país, con esa arma estrella que es el bloqueo en el centro, es la causa fundamental de nuestro deterioro económico o es una causa relativa menor? Sobre este y otros temas se dialogó en el programa Cuadrando la Caja.
(2026-02-02). An open letter to Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever. gilbertdoctorow.com Mr. Prime Minister, I heartily recommend to my Community of subscribers your recent podcast on "The Future of Europe," which you delivered in excellent English, making your thoughts accessible to a wide audience. Your remarks, your answers to a number of pointed questions from the moderator on intra-Belgian, intra-European and international issues were characterized by …
(2026-02-02). A Unià£o Europeia nà£o é a Europa. strategic-culture.su Diogo PACHECO DE AMORIM | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A 'Europa' das senhoras von der Leyen, Metsola e Kaja Kallas, matriz…
(2026-02-02). Claudia Sheinbaum anuncia envío de ayuda humanitaria a Cuba. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, anunció hoy el envío esta semana de ayuda humanitaria a Cuba en alimentos y otros productos y reafirmó que su nación trabaja por vías diplomáticas para suministrar combustible a la isla.
(2026-02-02). Liam Conejo y su padre son liberados por orden judicial. cubadebate.cu La detención de Liam Conejo y su padre fue otra de las acciones del ICE que reforzó las protestas contra la política migratoria de Trump, junto a las muertes de Renee Good y Alex Pretti.
(2026-02-02). Milei supera los 63.000 despidos en el sector público argentino: El costo humano del "ajuste" cubadebate.cu El Gobierno de Argentina despidió a 63.234 trabajadores del sector público entre diciembre de 2023 y diciembre de 2025, en el marco del programa de ajuste neoliberal impulsado por el presidente Javier Milei, según datos del Centro de Economía Política Argentina (CEPA).
(2026-02-02). Leyanis Pérez obtuvo marca líder del año en el triple salto de Val de Reuil, en Francia. cubadebate.cu Marca líder del año para la triplista Leyanis Pérez en el mitin bajo techo de Val de Reuil, en Francia, y las actuaciones de los saltadores de altura Luis Enrique Zayas y Dacsy Brisón en la Batalla de los Sexos en Moscú marcaron el panorama de los cubanos hoy en la llamada gira invernal del atletismo. Leyanis se posicionó en lo más alto del ranking de la temporada.
(2026-02-02). Bad Bunny y Billie Eilish entre las celebridades que se pronunciaron contra ICE en los Grammys. cubadebate.cu "Antes de darle gracias a Dios, voy a decir 'fuera ICE'", dijo Bad Bunny después de subir al escenario a aceptar su Grammy al mejor álbum de música urbana. "No somos salvajes. No somos animales. No somos extraterrestres. Somos humanos y somos estadounidenses", continuó. Los Premios Grammy en Los àÅngeles resultaron ser un foco político candente.
(2026-02-02). Canciller cubano realiza visita a Vietnam como enviado especial. cubadebate.cu Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, inició un programa de actividades de su visita a Vietnam, en calidad de enviado especial de la organización política y el Gobierno de la nación antillana.
(2026-02-02). Claudia Sheinbaum anuncia envío de ayuda humanitaria a Cuba. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, anunció hoy el envío esta semana de ayuda humanitaria a Cuba en alimentos y otros productos y reafirmó que su nación trabaja por vías diplomáticas para suministrar combustible a la isla.
(2026-02-02). Leyanis Pérez obtuvo marca líder del año en el triple salto de Val de Reuil, en Francia. cubadebate.cu Marca líder del año para la triplista Leyanis Pérez en el mitin bajo techo de Val de Reuil, en Francia, y las actuaciones de los saltadores de altura Luis Enrique Zayas y Dacsy Brisón en la Batalla de los Sexos en Moscú marcaron el panorama de los cubanos hoy en la llamada gira invernal del atletismo. Leyanis se posicionó en lo más alto del ranking de la temporada.
(2026-02-02). Champions League 2025-2026: Confirmados los 16 equipos y los cruces de los playoffs para febrero. cubadebate.cu La Champions League 2025-2026 vuelve a tener la disputa de la fase de Playoffs, esta instancia extra que se añadió en la edición pasada. Los equipos clasificados del puesto 9 ∞ al puesto 24 ∞ durante la primera parte de la temporada se enfrentan para hacerse un lugar entre los 16 mejores del certamen europeo, sumándose allí a los que terminaron en el top 8.
(2026-02-02). Este lunes en la Mesa Redonda: Comenzando la Semana. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu La tensa situación en Oriente Medio y el estado actual de las relaciones entre Estados Unidos y Europa, serán los temas principales este lunes de la Mesa Comenzando la Semana.
(2026-02-02). De bloqueo a asfixia: La guerra de EE. UU. contra Cuba entra en su fase más brutal. cubadebate.cu En la quietud de una noche en La Habana, los únicos sonidos son el zumbido de un generador en un hospital lejano y el murmullo de una familia reunida a la luz de las velas. Para ellos, la "seguridad nacional de los EE. UU." no es un concepto abstracto debatido en las noticias por cable estadounidenses; es la realidad tangible de un apagón de 20 horas.
(2026-02-02). Knicks beat Lakers; spoil LeBron James's 32nd game at Madison Square Garden. aljazeera.com NY Knicks record 112-100 win over the LA Lakers, while reigning champions OKC beat the Denver Nuggets 121-111.