apnews.com (2026-02-09). Trump's second term sees rise in prolonged ICE detention casesMIAMI (AP) – Felipe Hernandez Espinosa spent 45 days at " Alligator Alcatraz," an immigration holding center in Florida where detainees have reported worms in their food, toilets that don't flush and overflowing sewage. Mosquitoes and other insects are everywhere.
(2026-02-09). Iran Insistent On Uranium Enrichment As US Navy Flotilla Sails In Arabian Sea. eurasiareview.com Iran's foreign minister insisted on his country's right to enrich uranium, striking a defiant note as a US naval strike force sailed in regional waters amid weeks of unprecedented domestic turmoil inside Iran. | Abbas Araqchi's comments followed talks between US and Iranian officials in Oman over the fate of Iran's nuclear programs. Tehran says its programs are peaceful in nature, aimed at generating electricity; Washington and other countries suspect Tehran is striving to build an atomic weapon. | "Zero enrichment can never be accepted by us," Araqchi ‚Å was quoted as saying on February 8. "Hence,…
(2026-02-09). Trump planned Iran strike on two targets? Khamenei warns one misstep means 4,000 Americans will die. hindustantimes.com Iranian lawmaker Mahmoud Nabavian alleged that President Donald Trump sent a secret message to Tehran before the Oman talks, requesting to strike "two points" inside Iran through an unnamed intermediary country. Nabavian claimed Iran warned Washington that any attack would trigger immediate retaliation, causing 3,000 to 4,000 U.S. casualties. He said lawmakers asked Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to inform regional partners that any base or company carrying the U.S. name would be targeted. The remarks followed Araghchi's February 7 warning that Tehran would strike U.S. military bases across the Middle East if Ir…
(2026-02-09). Iran Ties Uranium Dilution to End of Sanctions. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran's atomic chief indicated that the country might dilute its highly enriched uranium if all financial sanctions are lifted. This statement came after U. S. and Iranian diplomats held talks in Oman, facilitated by Omani mediators, aimed at reviving diplomacy following heightened tensions due to U. S. military presence in the region. The discussions followed …
axios.com (2026-02-09). Netanyahu to hold urgent meeting with Trump Wednesday amid Iran negotiations Netanyahu has moved up his visit to Washington and is expected to meet with President Trump on Wednesday to discuss the negotiations with IranLooks like the shadow US president needs to urgently meet with his compromised puppet in the White House… before any semblance of peace breaks out. At least that's what it looks like.
theguardian.com (2026-02-09). Trump claims Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl show watched by millions was 'affront' to American 'greatness' – US politics liveIt's hardly surprising Trump did not like Bad Bunny's show. The 31-year-old, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has been a vocal critic of ICE and of Trump and his administration's authoritarian immigration policies. | Meanwhile, conservative activist Laura Loomer, agreed with Trump's assessment of the performance, but went further. "Not a single white person or English translation at the Super Bowl," she wrote. "This isn't White enough for me. Cant even watch a Super Bowl anymore because immigrants have literally ruined everything."
theguardian.com (2026-02-09). Bad Bunny's Super Bowl half-time show review – a thrilling ode to Boricua joyThe Grammy-winning Puerto Rican megastar delivered a powerful, detail-packed performance that paid tribute to his history and teased more greatness for his future | "God bless America," Benito proclaims as he progresses to the finish, promptly naming Chile, Argentina and all of South and Central America and the Caribbean before finishing with the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. "Seguimos aquí," ("We're still here") he closes, spiking a football that says: "Together, we are America."
(2026-02-09). U.S. Peace Council Zoom Webinar Feb. 13, 2026: No War on Iran — Build an Anti-Imperialist Resistance. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-02-09). Wisconsin: Stand for Peace! Free Palestine! Stand With Iran and Venezuela! (City Listings) Feb. 9-15, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-09). 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.
(2026-02-09). Israeli army kills four Palestinians in Gaza's Rafah. newarab.com 
The Israeli military said it killed four Palestinians who they claimed attacked its troops as they emerged from a tunnel in southern Gaza's Despite a US-brokered truce entering its second phase last month, Israeli violence has continued in the Gaza Strip, with troops having killed more than 500 Palestinians since 10 October. | "A short while ago, four armed terrorists exited an underground tunnel shaft and fired towar…
(2026-02-09). Brookfield, WI Feb. 19, 2026: An Evening of Education: Gaza and Palestine. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-09). Thursday 2/12: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-02-08). PSNA calls on govt to condemn Israeli desecration of New Zealand war graves in Gaza. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) has called on the New Zealand government to condemn Israel's desecration of its war graves in Gaza. Israeli bulldozing of the graves — including two Cook Islander ones — was confirmed last week but the New Zealand government has not responded with any comment. Palestinian Essam Jaradah, who…
(2026-02-09). "The War Hasn't Ended" : Palestinians in Gaza Still Face Israeli Attacks, Disease, Medical Neglect. democracynow.org 
The partial reopening of Gaza's southern Rafah crossing with Egypt has been marked by chaos and severe restrictions imposed by Israel, as tens of thousands of Palestinians continue to wait for medical evacuation to receive urgent care outside the Gaza Strip. According to U.N. data, only 36 Palestinians in need of medical treatment were allowed to leave Gaza during the first four days of the crossing's reopening. Palestinians permitted to reenter Gaza have also reported abuse and hourslong interrogations. This comes amid growing skepticism over the implementation of the second phase of the Trump-broker…
(2026-02-09). Palestinian woman hospitalized following seizure in US ICE detention. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, Feb 9 (Reuters) – A Palestinian woman, who lost dozens of family members in the Gaza war, has been hospitalized following a seizure in U.S. immigration detention, the Department of Homeland Security said on Monday.On February 6, 2026, at about 8: 45 p.m., "medical staff at the Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas, notified ICE that detainee Leqaa Kordia was admitted to Texas Health Huguley Hospital in Burleson, Texas, for further evaluation following a seizure," a DHS spokesperson said.
(2026-02-09). Cloning Babies, Ukraine Labs, and Epstein: How Western Media Ignores Epstein Files Revelations. globalresearch.ca Among the many revelations brought by the
(2026-02-09). Norway's Ambassador to Jordan Mona Juul resigns over links to Epstein. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Norway's ambassador to Jordan and Iraq, Mona Juul, has resigned after her name appeared in recently published documents relating to American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.Epstein was a known billionaire who died in jail while awaiting trial on charges of sexually abusing minors and running a prostitution ring.A statement issued by the Norwegian Foreign Ministry on Sunday explained that Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide stated that Juul, whose relationship with Epstein was revealed, had resigned from her position as ambassador.Extensive correspondence over many years between former Norwegian diplomat & U…
(2026-02-09). Norway police investigate diplomat couple over suspected Epstein corruption. al-monitor.com By Terje Solsvik and Johan AhlanderOSLO/STOCKHOLM, Feb 9 (Reuters) – Norwegian police are investigating two high-profile diplomats in a corruption probe announced on Monday, part of a widening scandal in the Nordic country and across Europe over prominent figures' ties to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.Mona Juul, who resigned from her post as ambassador to Jordan and Iraq on Sunday, is suspected of gross corruption while her husband, former government minister Terje Roed-Larsen, is suspected of complicity in gross corruption, police said.
(2026-02-09). The Real Epstein Bombshell Isn't at DOJ: It's at Treasury. progressivehub.net RESISTENCE MEDIA…
(2026-02-09). Keir Starmer On The Edge? How Mcsweeney's Exit Amplifies Mandelsonepstein Crisis For UK PM Explained. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) Epstein Files: Morgan McSweeney, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, resigned on 8 February amid a massive political row over the appointment of Peter …
(2026-02-09). The anatomy of the Epstein network. aljazeera.com Mapping the scale of the Epstein network, and why parts of the story are being downplayed.
(2026-02-09). Epstein files: Ghislaine Maxwell won't answer questions during congressional deposition, says lawmaker. geo.tv 
Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein are seen in this image released by the Department of Justice in Washington, DC, US on December 19, 2025. — ReutersJeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell intends to refuse to answer questions at a Monday deposition before…
(2026-02-09). Prince William and Kate about Epstein revelations. al-monitor.com LONDON, Feb 9 (Reuters) – Britain's Prince William and his wife Kate said on Monday they were deeply concerned by the revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files amid further damning disclosures about the heir-to-the-throne's uncle Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles who had already been cast out of the royal inner circle over his close relationship with Epstein, has faced fresh scrutiny since the recent publication of millions of new documents relating to the late convicted U.S. sex offender.
(2026-02-09). Epstein Files Expose Ugly Lifestyle of Powerful and Immunity They Enjoy. ummid.com Epstein files not only reveal an entrenched criminal network of perverted ruling elites and rotten capitalist socialites with an inhuman sexual appetite for young girls, but also expose their power, influence, and lack of accountability.
(2026-02-09). UK PM's top aide quits in scandal over Mandelson links to Epstein. ecns.cn Embattled British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff resigned on Sunday over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington despite his links to US convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-02-09). US Congress to depose Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. newarab.com 
(2026-02-09). Herzog backlash crushes Albo's 'social cohesion' thousands protest nationwide. asiapacificreport.nz 
SPECIAL REPORT: By Michael West and Stephanie Tran Amid revelations of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's association with Jeffrey Epstein, the Australian government and media have entirely lost control of the Israel narrative. As thousands massed around the country tonight to protest against the visit of President Herzog, the government's claims of fostering "social cohesion" are…
(2026-02-09). Freedom Torch or Cancer Stick, that is the Bernays Question. dissidentvoice.org 
"Zionist Imperial Mafia" — Antisemitic? Nah. Nah, it is NOT so-called, "antisemitic" (antispetic?) to point things out, man oh man. Sam Altman, who has been awarded a one-year military contract worth $200 million from the Trump administration, has invested in technology to allow parents to gene edit their children before conception to produce "designer babies." Epstein, anyone? One of …
(2026-02-09). Epstein's Ukrainian nexus: modeling agencies, trafficking, and elite connections. infobrics.org Passports and political correspondence place Ukraine at the heart of the Epstein network. From Kyiv-based agencies linked to abuser Jean-Luc Brunel to references involving Zelensky and Western financial elites, the files reveal a pattern that clashes with prevailing media narratives. The silence surrounding these connections is quite telling in today's narrative war.
(2026-02-09). BREAKING: The WEF is Being "Epsteined" globalresearch.ca Epstein has been dead for six years. But his monstrous legacy of child abuse and sex trafficking, thousands of high-flying politicians, heads of state, corporate CEOs, movie stars lives on…
(2026-02-09). Former French minister resigns institute post over Epstein links. thecanary.co 
Former French education minister Jack Lang has quit a "plum" job running France's Arab World Institute over his links with serial child-rapist Jeffrey Epstein. His appearances in the latest tranche of Epstein files have triggered a money-laundering investigation by French police. Prosecutors said on Friday that the investigation is a "preliminary" probe into "aggravated tax fraud […] | By
(2026-02-09). Selected Articles: Video: Epstein Atrocities and the Fate of Our Children. Criminalization of Politics. globalresearch.ca 
By In this GRTV Video Interview of geopolitical analyst Drag…
(2026-02-09). Prince William meets Saudi leader on visit overshadowed by Epstein scandal. al-monitor.com Britain's Prince William met Saudi Arabia's de facto leader Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday, kicking off a visit aimed at deepening economic cooperation but overshadowed by his disgraced uncle Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein.The official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) released images of Prince Mohammed giving the heir to the British throne a private tour of the At-Turaif UNESCO World Heritage Site at Diriyah, the first capital of the Saudi state, before a meeting between the two royals.
(2026-02-09). Venezuela: National Assembly President Denounces US 'Diplomatic Blackmail' and Colonial Roadmap. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( During a parliamentary session that approved the first discussion of the Amnesty Law, Jorge Rodriguez vented his sharpest criticism against what he described as…
(2026-02-09). What Do Minnesota and Venezuela Have in Common? fpif.org Former President Donald Trump has begun to speak openly about placing the federal government in charge of overseeing elections in as many as 15 states where, he claims, corruption is rampant. What might Minnesota and Venezuela have in common under this framing? The answer points toward an emerging imperial logic of rule—one that increasingly displaces the constraints associated with the United States as a constitutional republic. | Trump's approach follows the logic of the South's Lost Cause, now scaled up to the national level. This logic implies not merely the containment of the civil rights revolution, b…
(2026-02-09). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-09). Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia starts issuing Haj Visa from today. ummid.com The Saudi Haj and Umrah Ministry has started from today i.e. Sunday February 08, 2026 issuing Hajj Visa for the ritual year 2026 or 1447AH.
(2026-02-09). Belarus at Open Masters Games 2026: Medals and recharge by the seaside. eng.belta.by For the entire team, the meeting with Belarusian diplomats was a true celebration.
(2026-02-09). BREAKING: CDC Study Finds COVID Shots Increase the Risk of a Leading Cause of Maternal and Fetal Death by 24%. globalresearch.ca A
(2026-02-09). NEET UG 2026 registration starts, Read this before you apply. ummid.com The National Testing Agency began the online registration of candidates who wish to appear in NEET UG 2026 from today.
(2026-02-09). Bhumjaithai Party leads in Thailand general election. ecns.cn With 94% of ballots counted, the Bhumjaithai Party, headed by caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, has taken a substantial lead in the Thailand general election as of Monday morning.
(2026-02-09). With Karim Benzema's maiden hat-trick, Al Hilal dominates SPL 25/26 Table. ummid.com French Star Footballer Karim Benzema Thursday February 05, 2026 helped Al Hilal thrash Al Akhdoud and dominate the Saudi Pro League 25/26 Table consistently for the third week.
(2026-02-09). Caffeine, AI, and Pharma Innovations: Today's Health Headlines. devdiscourse.com In recent health developments, a new study suggests that daily consumption of caffeinated coffee or tea may reduce the risk of dementia by 18%. The study, involving over 132,000 U.S. participants, highlights caffeine's potential protective effects on brain health.
(2026-02-09). When ICE Becomes the Face of a Wider Legitimacy Crisis. counterpunch.org 
Why has ICE become a national flashpoint even for people who are not at immediate risk of deportation? The answer isn't simply immigration policy. It is legitimacy. Under this administration, enforcement has become a public language of governance—highly visible, often forceful, and paired with thinner transparency and weaker restraint. Start with what ICE says it
(2026-02-09). Belarus hosts over 11,000 visa-waiver travelers since 1 Jan 2026. eng.belta.by As many as 11,139 foreign citizens from 38 countries on the visa-free travel program list have arrived in Belarus since 1 January 2026.
(2026-02-09). New Zealand mosque shooter tells court mental health forced him to plead guilty. geo.tv 
Brenton Tarrant, the gunman who shot and killed worshippers in the Christchurch mosque attacks, listens as Crown prosecutor Mark Zarifeh delivers his submission during Tarrant's sentencing at the High Court in Christchurch, New Zealand, August 27, 2020. — ReutersDid not have "mental…
(2026-02-09). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-09). Meet Aliya Rahman, Disabled U.S. Citizen Assaulted, Jailed & Traumatized by ICE in Minneapolis. democracynow.org 
We speak with Aliya Rahman, a U.S. citizen who was violently dragged from her car by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis last month and detained at the Whipple Federal Building, which has become the epicenter of the government's immigration crackdown in the city. Rahman says she repeatedly told agents she was disabled and had a brain injury, but they ignored her pleas for medical attention or other accommodation. "I was taken out of that place unconscious," says Rahman, who describes lasting injuries and trauma from her detention. Rahman was not charged with any crime. "What I saw…
(2026-02-09). UGX 415 Million Education Projects Launched in Kapelebyong District. plusnews.ug 
The Kapelebyong District Local Government has earmarked over UGX 415 million for the construction and renovation of education infrastructure in the 2025/2026 financial year, in a bid to address classroom shortages in primary schools across the district. On February 6, 2026, district authorities officially handed over project sites to Sovia Construction Limited, the contractors tasked with …
(2026-02-08). Festive events held across Europe celebrate Chinese New Year. ecns.cn Chinese New Year celebrations have been unfolding across multiple European cities, drawing local residents into a festive atmosphere of performances, cuisine and cultural exchange.
(2026-02-09). Major Progress in NYC Nurses' Strike as Tentative Agreements Reached. devdiscourse.com In a significant development, two-thirds of the nurses who initiated a strike at major New York City hospitals are on the verge of ending their protest. This follows the reaching of preliminary agreements with employers, as confirmed by the union on Monday.
(2026-02-09). Misplaced negativity blocks social progress. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-09). Sunday 2/22: 100 Years of BHM: The Legacy of Black Struggle to End the War on the Poor. indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St (nr. Ellis), San Francisco…
(2026-02-09). Wednesday 3/11: Webinar: Fasting, Faith and the Fight Against Erasure: Ramadan in Al Quds. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ramadan-fa……
(2026-02-09). Tuesday 3/10: Cindy Cohn / Launch Party for "Privacy's Defender" indybay.org City Lights Bookstore | 261 Columbus Avenue | San Francisco, CA 94133…
(2026-02-09). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully Detained Women Journalists Face Sexual Violence amidst On-going Crackdown on Civil Society. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), express their serious concern regarding the recent letter of Azerbaijani journalist Aysel Umudova sent to media outlets from Baku Pre-trial Investigation Facility, in which she has reported being subjected to sexual harassment and ill-treatment by police officers during her arrest on 6 December 2024. Umudova's letter published in December 2025 echoes the earlier case of a (…) | – |
(2026-02-09). Immigration judge rejects Trump effort to deport pro-Palestinian Tufts student. al-monitor.com By Nate RaymondBOSTON, Feb 9 (Reuters) – An immigration judge has rejected the Trump administration's efforts to deport Tufts University PhD student Rumeysa Ozturk, who was arrested last year as part of its targeting of pro-Palestinian campus activists, her lawyers said on Monday.Lawyers for the Turkish student detailed the immigration judge's decision in a filing with the New York-based 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which had been reviewing a ruling that led to her release from immigration custody in May.
(2026-02-09). Wednesday 2/25: Virtual Visit to Majd al-Krum. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-02-09). International outrage grows over plans for West Bank. al-monitor.com International outrage was growing on Monday at Israeli plans to tighten the country's grip over the occupied West Bank, with the United Nations chief saying he was "gravely concerned".Earlier, Saudi Arabia and seven other Muslim-majority countries condemned the new Israeli measures, which pave the way for more settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory.
(2026-02-09). U.S. Tests China's Grip on African Minerals Ahead of Cape Town Indaba. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States is intensifying efforts to challenge China's long-standing dominance of Africa's critical minerals sector, using offtake agreements and state-backed financing rather than direct mine ownership to secure supplies of copper, cobalt and other strategic metals. Washington's near-term focus is on Zambia, Guinea and the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to diplomats, executives and …
(2026-02-09). Belarusian Markava wins European karate title. eng.belta.by The Belarusian secured gold in the U21 Kumite Female -50 kg. During the competition, Markava defeated France's Lola Cochard, Sweden's Agnes Nyman, and Spain's Mireia Vizuete.
(2026-02-09). As ACA costs climb, more Philly-area residents are dropping coverage entirely. Older adults are especially hard-hit. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Kathryn Buchovecky is counting down the days 'til her birthday this year. The 64-year-old Delaware resident and retired schoolteacher said at this stage in her life, getting older is not usually something she's excited about. | "Who says, 'I can't wait to be 65?'" she asked. "But I am having a big 'ole party on June 1." | June marks the month when she'll be eligible for Medicare, a federal health insurance program for seniors. It'll still cost money, but far less than the $2…
(2026-02-09). International opposition to Trump and ICE shape opening of Milan Olympics. wsws.org What has attracted world attention at the Games is not the far-right Italian government's lockdown of the city but the outpouring of opposition to the Trump administration, ICE and fascism.
(2026-02-09). Residents of north Lebanon city lose neighbours, livelihoods in building collapse. al-monitor.com Rubble is all that remains of the building once home to Adnan Mardash's grocery shop in north Lebanon's Tripoli after it collapsed, killing 14 people and shining a spotlight on the impoverished city's neglect.Mardash, 54, said he shut the small ground-floor store where he worked for more than three decades and went to his nearby home shortly before the disaster on Sunday afternoon."Our neighbours and loved ones died… people lost their livelihoods," said the father of four, who has no other income.
(2026-02-09). This week in history: February 9-15. wsws.org USS Greeneville sinks Japanese fishing vessel, killing 9; Nigerian head of state assassinated; Dockworkers begin largest industrial action in New Zealand's history; Mussolini issues threats to Germany over South Tyrol.
(2026-02-09). India's BRICS Test: Leadership in a World Divided. infobrics.org The 21st-century international relations are viewed in terms of the attrition of Western dominance and the simultaneous rise of the non-Western world. Eminent scholar Kishore Mahbubani, in his book The Asian 21st Century, highlights the return of Asian glory, driven by the huge economic and social advancement of Asian societies, especially India and China…
(2026-02-09). FAMU Law Student Says She Was Told Not To Include 'Black' In Her Black History Month Flyers. FAMU Doesn't Deny It. newsone.com 
(2026-02-09). Bad Bunny and Ricky Martin just took apart US colonialism at the Super Bowl. thecanary.co 
Bad Bunny just shook the US with his Super Bowl halftime show. And perhaps the most beautiful moment was when fellow Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin sang about US colonialism in Hawaii and Puerto Rico. This was especially poignant because of escalating US terror against Cuba right now. Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin, and US colonialism […] | By
(2026-02-09). Why the Jury Were Right to Acquit Palestine Action. consortiumnews.com Jurors bravely set aside social conditioning, the instinct to defer to authority and media expectations. Instead they considered the actual evidence, reports Jonathan Cook. By Jonathan Cook Jonathan-Cook.net Even before the trial began, the British government had done its utmost to…
(2026-02-08). 'I love, me' meme defusing pressure of perfection. ecns.cn As 2026 began, a curious expression became a widely shared internet catchphrase in China — aini laoji, literally, "love you, my old self," or more accurately, "love you, my dear self".
(2026-02-09). Friday 2/13: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-09). India & Russia Coordinate Logistics to Boost Trade to US$100 Billion. infobrics.org At the Indian-Russian trade forum key agreements were signed to develop bilateral trade, with attention being paid to mutual transport links and infrastructure. Key projects include enhancements along the North-South and East Maritime Corridors, as well as the Vladivostok-Chennai route…
(2026-02-09). Greece's "Blue Homeland-Mavi Vatan". Complaint to the USA. globalresearch.ca The regulation (H.R. 3307 — Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act), which was recently voted in the US Congress and aims to institutionalize defense, energy and security cooperation between Greece, the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus and Israel in the Eastern …
(2026-02-09). Trump claims Trade Deal with India as Modi govt says no to Russian oil. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Monday February 02, 2026 claimed finalizing a 'trade deal' with India after the Narendra Modi government agreed to stop buying Russian oil, and cut tariffs on American goods to zero.
(2026-02-09). Is this really what Jesus taught? anabaptistworld.org This is my message to fellow Christians, especially evangelicals: We know better. We know better than to applaud the current mistreatment of immigrants in America.
(2026-02-09). Isaac Herzog Visit: Protesters Lose Challenge To Sweeping Special Police Powers. What Now? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The NSW Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the extraordinary powers given to police to disrupt protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Sydney …
(2026-02-09). Whatever Happened to Matt Goodwin? bylinetimes.com 
How did Reform's candidate in the Gorton and Denton by-election go from being a 'fully-paid up member of the liberal left' to a Farage disciple, asks David Edgar and Jon Bloomfield…
(2026-02-09). Shanxi makes name for itself on ski scene. ecns.cn In Lingchuan county, at the southern end of the Taihang Mountains in Shanxi province, children glide across snowy slopes under the guidance of an Austrian Olympic skiing champion — a scene that reflects how China's ice and snow tourism is expanding beyond its traditional strongholds in Northeast China and the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
(2026-02-09). The COVID-19 Vaccine Debacle and the Collapse of Public Trust in the Vaccine Establishment. globalresearch.ca Summarized by Alter AI, Dr. Peter A. McCullough, appearing on
(2026-02-09). Trump rages at Bad Bunny as alternative Superbowl show falters. thecanary.co 
On Sunday 8 February, Americans came together to enjoy their annual 'Superbowl'. And when we say 'came together', we of course mean they found new ways to fight the culture war. Trump, of course, led the charge: Trump crashes out over Bad Bunny's halftime show pic.twitter.com/XE2shbQRtm — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) February 9, 2026 Doesn't this […] | By
(2026-02-09). Monday 2/9: Webinar: The Attacks on Professional Associations: What to Know and How to Respond. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P-ry……
(2026-02-09). German Economy Minister Rebuffs Séjourné's 'Buy European' Push. eurasiareview.com By Maximilian Henning | ( Her remarks respond to a push led by EU Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné, who on Monday
(2026-02-09). China's Wang, Sun claim singles title at table tennis Asian Cup. ecns.cn The ITTF-ATTU Asian Cup Haikou 2026 table tennis tournament concluded on Sunday in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, with Chinese players Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha winning the men's and women's singles titles, respectively.
(2026-02-09). Eileen Gu showcases Chinese-style ski suit after qualifying for Olympic final. ecns.cn Chinese freestyle skier Eileen Gu advanced to the women's slopestyle final at the Milan—Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Saturday after recovering from an early mistake to finish second in the qualification round.
(2026-02-08). APEC host China eyes more cooperation. ecns.cn As a leader in regional cooperation, a champion of multilateralism and a key driver of the global economy, China's role as the host of the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Economic Leaders' Meeting holds significance that extends well beyond the organization itself and reaches far beyond the Asia-Pacific region, a senior Chinese official has said.
(2026-02-09). Strong Sunlight Limits Plant Diversity And Biomass In Grasslands. eurasiareview.com The sun is the basis for photosynthesis, but not all plants thrive in strong sunlight. Strong sunlight even constrains plant diversity and plant biomass in the world's grasslands, a new study shows. Temperature, precipitation, and atmospheric nitrogen deposition have less impact on plant diversity. | These results were published in the journal PNAS, by a research team led by Marie Spohn from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. | The steppes of North America, the Serengeti savanna, the Svalbard tundra and natural pastures in the Alps are examples of habitats that are described as grasslands, with t…
(2026-02-09). CSE Exam 2026: UPSC Sets New Rule for Serving IAS, IFS, IPS Officers. ummid.com UPSC CSE Exam 2026 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services Exam 2026 notification with detailed guidelines, including new rule for serving IAS, IFS and IPS officers.
(2026-02-09). Judge Throws Out Perdue's Claims in Lawsuit Against Animal Activists. indybay.org Sonoma County Judge Jane Gaskell also struck two of Perdue executive Scott Fitzpatrick's claims, partially granting animal activists' anti-SLAPP motion…
(2026-02-09). Study Finds 3,625 High-Containment Biolabs Worldwide — 73% Don't Disclose Their Locations or Pathogen Activities. globalresearch.ca As public discussion around biolabs intensifies following law enforcement's . | Unauthorized "basement biolabs" are undeniably dangerous. But risk is not limited to rogue …
(2026-02-09). Three months in, Shenzhou-21 crew continue experiments, do maintenance. ecns.cn The Shenzhou-21 crew inside the China Space Station.The returned samples will support research into how long-duration missions affect astronauts' skeletal, neural, and cerebrovascular systems, as well as the mechanisms behind physiological adaptation.
(2026-02-08). Trump seeks to make 'Board of Peace' alternative to UN: Palestinian officials. ecns.cn President Donald Trump seeks to make the so-called "Board of Peace" an alternative to the UN, Palestinian officials said here on Sunday.Saidam said that the Palestinian side fears that Trump remains determined to pursue projects that exclude Palestinians, erase their rights, and promote displacement.
(2026-02-09). Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison. aljazeera.com Founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper gets lengthy sentence under Beijing's national security law.
(2026-02-09). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-02-09). The New Master of the World: Power to the Technocrats. Unrestrained Use of Technology. globalresearch.ca The new masters of this world hope that the unrestrained use of technology will bring about a radical transformation of all areas of life. This approach is not entirely new. | * | Hardly have we recovered from the fact that we …
(2026-02-09). The Polar Vortex: Background And Forecasting Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Eva Lipiec | In recent years, broadcast meteorologists and the media have begun using the term polar vortex to describe some instances of unseasonable temperatures and storms across the United States during the winter months. The polar vortex is a regular seasonal occurrence, and disruptions to it can cause both milder- and colder-than-average temperatures across North America. | For example, in
(2026-02-09). Roaming Charges: If You're Not a Scumbag, You're a Nobody. counterpunch.org 
If the ranks of ICE had been filled by a draft, we wouldn't be seeing this kind of mass brutality. Normal human beings would recoil from committing daily acts of violence against defenseless people and would question the psychological health of those giving them orders to do so, as we ultimately saw in Vietnam. But instead, ICE is populated by people who signed up for this, people who are eager to terrorize, abuse and inflict gratuitous brutality on others. Sadists, in other words.
(2026-02-09). Donald Trump: Puppet or Patriot? And Why It Might Not Matter. globalresearch.ca In a thirteen-minute video, They Brought the War Home: The British Playbook in Minneapolis, Susan Kokinda argues that the recent chaos in Minneapolis is engineered by forces seeking to destabilize the United States and perpetuate a globalist one-world government. She …
(2026-02-09). The End of New START and the Enduring Nuclear Nightmare. counterpunch.org On February 5th, with the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, or New START, the only bilateral arms control treaty left between the United States and Russia, we are guaranteed to find ourselves ever closer to the edge of a perilous precipice. The renewed arms race that seems likely to take place could plunge the world,
(2026-02-09). Cancer 13 times more in Bhopal gas tragedy survivors than unexposed population. ummid.com The rate of cancer occurrence is about 13 times more among the survivors of the 1984 Union Carbide gas disaster in Bhopal as compared to that in a matched unexposed population.
(2009-02-26). Scotland spoil Italy's T20 World Cup debut with big win. tribune.com.pk 
T20 World Cup debutants Italy had a bruising introduction to cricket's biggest stage as they suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland on Monday in Kolkata. | Scotland posted a hefty 207-4 with opener George Munsey top-scoring with 84 and in reply Italy were bowled out for 134 in 16.4 overs. | A nation better known for its football, Italy are cricket minnows and the lowest-ranked side in the 20-team tournament. | Chasing a mammoth 208 for victory, Italy suffered early blows before a valiant fourth-wicket partnership of 73 between brothers Ben and Harry Manenti kept them afloat at Eden Gardens. | But Harry de…
(2026-02-09). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-09). Read Full: India, US Trade Deal Joint Statement. ummid.com India and the United States early Saturday February 7, 2026 morning released a Joint Statement giving the detailed framework of the trade deal the two countries intend to sign.
(2026-02-09). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-09). Brazil Ratifies High Seas Treaty On Ocean Biodiversity. eurasiareview.com By Fabiola Sinimbu | The Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction — or BBNJ — came into force in January 2026, after two decades of international negotiations. Immediately after the text was finalized in March 2023, 145 countries signed the document that came to be known as the High Seas Treaty, including Brazil. | To come into effect, the accord needed ratification by at least 60 countries to become valid 120 days later. In Brazil, Congress approved the pact on December 16, 2025, but even before that, in September, 60 ot…
(2026-02-09). Thailand Votes to Replace Military-Backed Constitution. moderndiplomacy.eu Thailand has taken a decisive step toward rewriting the foundations of its political system after voters overwhelmingly backed a referendum calling for a new constitution to replace the military-backed 2017 charter. The vote marks the latest chapter in a decades-long struggle between Thailand's conservative, military-aligned royalist establishment and popular democratic movements seeking to curb unelected …
(2026-02-09). Greece's "Blue Homeland-Mavi Vatan". Complaint to the USA. globalresearch.ca The regulation (H.R. 3307 — Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act), which was recently voted in the US Congress and aims to institutionalize defense, energy and security cooperation between Greece, the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus and Israel in the Eastern …
(2026-02-09). Bus seat belt fiasco proves good governance requires more than efficiency. scmp.com To err is human. But when an error funnels through a system that has safeguards, the error is supposed to be caught and rectified. Checks and balances are written into the Basic Law, Hong Kong's mini constitution. | Hong Kong has an executive-led system, which means it is the executive branch's job to formulate and implement policies, as well as "draft and introduce bills, motions and subordinate legislation". The legislature's job is "to enact, amend or repeal laws".
(2026-02-09). UGC NET Result December 2025 Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the result declaration date of the UGC NET December 2025.
(2026-02-09). Paul's Proto-Madkhalism: The Hypocrisy of Christians Criticizing Dhimmi Status. muslimskeptic.com In recent years, largely in connection with geopolitical agendas involving Israel, the concept of the dhimmi has been revived in popular discourse, often in some simplified or polemical form. Historically, dhimmi status referred to non-Muslim subjects, primarily Jews and Christians (collectively known as ahl al-kitab, i.e., "People of the Book"), living under Islamic governance. In …
(2026-02-09). Friday 2/6: Free Food Church in Zayante every Friday ~4-7+ pm RAIN or Shine new location in Zayante. indybay.org NEW LOCATION in Zayante (9210 East Zayante Rd.*@ Little library next door to Zayante Creek Market & Deli *) #Zayante Limited parking…
(2026-02-09). China's Eileen Gu advances to slopestyle final at Milan-Cortina. ecns.cn China's freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu crashed early in her first qualifying run and finished with just 1.26 points Saturday. She regrouped in her second attempt, delivering a composed and consistent run to score 75.30 points, safely advancing to the final.
(2026-02-09). Iran Arrests Reformist Politicians Amid Crackdown on Protests. moderndiplomacy.eu Who Was Detained Iranian authorities have arrested at least four senior figures from the Reform Front, a coalition of reformist and moderate politicians. Among those detained were Azar Mansouri, the front's secretary-general, and senior members Ebrahim Asgharzadeh and Mohsen Aminzadeh. The Reform Front's spokesperson, Javad Emam, was also taken into custody, while at least two …
(2026-02-09). Your Party leadership elections now open. thecanary.co 
Your Party's leadership elections have opened on the afternoon of 9 February. The vote closes at 5pm on 23 February. Your Party — a tale of two 'slates' In the 'endorsements' phase, during which Your Party members could endorse candidates they wished to see on the ballot, Jeremy Corbyn's 'The Many' was leading in 12 […] | By
(2026-02-09). New approach to breast cancer treatment found. ecns.cn Researchers in China have identified sensory nerves within tumors as a primary cause of immunotherapy resistance in patients with triple-negative breast cancer, a discovery that could lead to more effective treatments using existing migraine medication.
(2026-02-09). Uber snaps up Getir in Turkey as Mubadala exits battered delivery bet. al-monitor.com For Uber, the $335 million deal marks a fresh bet on a populous growth market and comes at quite the discount — as recently as 2022, Getir was valued at nearly $12 billion.
(2026-02-09). Yemen: Houthis Arbitrarily Detain, Disappear Christians. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Houthi police soldiers patrol during a protest in Sana'a, Yemen, on February 16, 2024. | © 2024 Mohammed Hamoud/Getty Images | (Beirut) — Houthi authorities have arbitrarily arrested over 20 Christians in Yemen over the last three months, Human Rights Watch said today. The Houthis should immediately release them, along with the hundreds of others they are arbitrarily detaining across the areas of Yemen under their control."Rather than addressing the alarming rates of hunger that Yemenis are facing, the Houthis seem to only know how to arrest and detain people," said Niku Jafa…
(2026-02-09). Su Yiming earns China's 1st medal at Milan-Cortina Games as difficulty spikes in big air. ecns.cn China's freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu crashed early in her first qualifying run and finished with just 1.26 points Saturday. She regrouped in her second attempt, delivering a composed and consistent run to score 75.30 points, safely advancing to the final.
(2026-02-09). AI-generated 'digital human' dramas gain traction in China. ecns.cn AI-generated "digital human" short dramas are gaining popularity in China, emerging as a new growth segment of the country's short-form video market as production costs fall and audiences become more receptive, industry observers said.
(2026-02-09). Newly Developed Plastic Set To Replace Microplastics. ummid.com A Japanese research team has developed a breakthrough plastic that fully dissolves in seawater within hours — pointing toward cleaner and safer packaging.
(2026-02-09). Internet, Cybercrime, and Politics. globalresearch.ca Future war "may see attacks via computer viruses, worms, logic bombs, and trojan horses rather than bullets, bombs, and missiles." [Steven Metz, Armed Conflict in the 21st Century: The Information Revolution and Post-Modern Warfare, Carlisle, PA: Strategic Studies …
(2026-02-09). False, New York Times, Climate Change Doesn't Cause Both Extreme Heat and Extreme Cold. wattsupwiththat.com Gelles should acknowledge that the scientific expectation in a warming world has long been for fewer cold extremes. Observations largely confirm that expectation. The idea of warming "fueling" cold extremes may play better into the narrative that humans are causing dangerous climate extremes and wild weather swings, but it is factually wrong.
(2026-02-09). Germany's PNE Loses Key Vietnam Wind Project. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's government has chosen Vingroup's new subsidiary, VinEnergo, to develop the first phase of a significant wind power project, surprising the German renewable company PNE, which was not selected despite planning a $4.6 billion investment. This decision represents another challenge for foreign investors in Vietnam's energy market, following last year's cut in subsidies for several …
(2026-02-09). China showcases 250 artifacts in first comprehensive exhibition on China's earliest dynasty. ecns.cn China on Saturday opened its first comprehensive national exhibition dedicated to the Xia Dynasty, widely regarded as the country's earliest dynasty. The exhibition will bring together more than 250 cultural relics from 31 museums and research institutions across the country.
(2026-02-09). A New Era of Political Mobilization Is Dawning. dissidentvoice.org Born in South Africa just a few years after the end of World War II and reared by activists in the anti-apartheid movement, I witnessed my parents' struggle against fascism and its accompanying racism in both my country of birth and Europe. This created in me a sense of the fragility of democracy and fear …
(2026-02-09). NERSA announces electricity price hike. sanews.gov.za NERSA announces electricity price hike | The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved an 8.76% electricity price hike in April this year, followed by an 8.83% increase in April 2027. | The move is a redetermination of Eskom's price increases for the next two years, which were initially set at 5.36% for 2026/27 and a further increase of 6.19% for the 2027/28 financial year. | "The redetermination follows a High Court judgment [in December], which remitted NERSA's decision on Eskom's Generation RAB [Regulatory Asset Base] for 2025/26, 2026/27 and 2027/28 for redetermination. | "The redetermina…
(2026-02-09). Police raid anti-Zionist event, arrest 2 to 'try to understand' the group. thecanary.co 
Police have raided the launch event of an anti-Zionist group and arrested two people. The force said it was "working to understand the plans of organisers". Police raids are to foster understanding now, apparently. A woman was stopped — in her car — on the way to the event, on suspicion of "inciting racial hatred." […] | By
(2026-02-09). Monday 2/16: Seaside: Inside the Occupation. indybay.org Peoples Center for Progressive Change, 1238 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-02-09). President Herzog arrives in Australia for official visit to relations between Israel and Australia back on. haaretz.com Australian lawyers said police could potentially arrest Herzog on suspicion of inciting genocide, a crime under Australian and international law. Herzog said his visit 'engulfs both bereavement and condolences, as well as a message of friendship' between Israel and Australia…
(2026-02-09). Al-Nassr defeats Al-Ittihad as Ronaldo's protest continues. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC Friday February 06, 2026 defeated Al-Ittihad 2-0 in a tight clash but the Saudi Pro League match is in news more because of the absence of its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.
(2026-02-09). Bigot Julie Burchill is doing the DWP's job on mental health. thecanary.co 
Another day, another media shill doing the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) job of turning the public against PIP claimants for them. Most annoyingly, this time it's a physically disabled person who is throwing people with mental health conditions under the bus. But then it is Julie Burchill. DWP don't need a hand denigrating […] | By
(2026-02-09). Lukashenko outlines approach to improving scientific activity. eng.belta.by Funding for scientific activity and the remuneration of scientists should depend primarily on results, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a meeting to discuss the draft decree on improving scientific activity in the country.
(2026-02-09). Made-for-Israel Wars: America's Dangerous Habit of Forgetting. counterpunch.org 
As argued in last week's article, economic coercion is never an end in itself, it is the prelude. When sanctions fail, when financial pressure cannot bend reality to the satisfaction of Washington's Israel-first demands, the next instrument is always the same: war. The U.S. has fallen into this trap repeatedly, ignoring the lesson every time,
(2026-02-09). Arms production to air defense: Inside $350M Egypt-Turkey military pact. al-monitor.com Ankara and Cairo's military framework agreement goes beyond arms sales, reflecting a gradual strategic convergence that includes intelligence sharing in third countries.
(2026-02-09). Eight golds on offer as Chinese athletes pursue medals across snow, ice, luge events. ecns.cn Sunday is the second full day of competition at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, and eight gold medals are up for grabs, including in the figure skating team event.
(2026-02-09). Why Europe's Green Agenda Is Now an Economic Battle. thinktank.pk Europe's much-touted energy transition — once framed primarily as a climate policy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions — has morphed into an existential strategy that touches on industrial competitiveness, geopolitical security, economic resilience, and national survival. What was once largely a policy domain for environmental ministries is now tightly woven into the core of European …
(2026-02-09). US, India Trade Deal: The Unanswered Questions. ummid.com Trump's trade announcement between the United States and India may sound impressive at first glance, but on closer examination, it lacks the detail, structure, and legal foundation of a genuine trade agreement.
(2026-02-09). View From The Hill: Liberals Desperate For A Path Out Of Purgatory. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The Albanese government in question time on Monday was already targeting Angus Taylor as likely Liberal leader, while the aspirant's supporters were grappling with the …
(2026-02-09). Iran's Nobel winner Narges Mohammadi faces new prison term of more than seven years. geo.tv 
Iranian human rights activist and the vice president of the Defenders of Human Rights Center Narges Mohammadi poses in this undated handout picture.— Reuters Laureate ended week-long hunger strike on Sunday protesting detention.She was arrested in Dec for decrying…
(2026-02-09). Expert explains why Paris supports coups in Africa. eng.belta.by The expert emphasized that recent U.S. actions have given some countries reason to emulate them. For instance, Paris was involved in an attempted coup d'état in Burkina Faso in early January.
(2026-02-09). What over a century of ice data can tell us about the Great Lakes' future. grist.org 
Michigan researchers have gone back in time to get a picture of how ice cover on the Great Lakes has evolved since the late 19th century. | Using historical temperature records from weather stations around the region, researchers improved their understanding of where ice might have formed and for how long it lasted — spanning the last 120 years. | Their findings were
(2026-02-09). China accused of secret nuclear tests, Eileen Gu's big comeback: 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. US accuses China of secret nuclear testing after offering Beijing arms treaty | 2. As Beijing and Moscow tout ties, China's companies keep Ukraine's lights on | 3. Call for tougher animal welfare laws after invasive turtle found in Hong Kong…
(2026-02-09). 'Arrest Herzog': Australian police use pepper spray to disperse pro-Palestinian protest. albawaba.com 
(2026-02-09). The Jury Were Right to Acquit the Palestine Action Defendants. Here's Why. globalresearch.ca Even before the trial began, the British government had done its utmost to prejudice the proceedings against six Palestine Action activists. | It declared that they belonged to a terrorist organisation and that they were engaged in a terrorist enterprise in …
(2026-02-09). Explainer-What is the two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict? al-monitor.com Feb 9, (Reuters) – Israel has taken steps to help settlers acquire land in the occupied West Bank and widen its powers in parts of the territory where Palestinians have some self-rule – measures they said aimed to undermine the two-state solution.It marks the latest blow to the idea of establishing a Palestinian state co-existing peacefully alongside Israel in territory Israel captured in the 1967 Middle East war. Long backed by world powers, this vision formed the bedrock of the U.S.-backed peace process ushered in by the 1993 Oslo Accords.
(2026-02-09). Trump opposes Israeli annexation of West Bank, White House official says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Feb 9 (Reuters) – A White House official on Monday reiterated U.S. President Donald Trump's opposition toward Israel annexing the West Bank."A stable West Bank keeps Israel secure and is in line with this administration's goal to achieve peace in the region," the official said. (Reporting by Costas Pitas)…
(2026-02-09). CTET Admit Card 2026 Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is releasing on its official website ctet.nic.in the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to be held in the month of February 2026.
(2026-02-09). Minnesota police riot against protesters outside Whipple Federal building. wsws.org The violent police crackdown on protesters outside the Whipple Federal Building exposes the Democratic Party's collaboration with Trump's immigration police and its fear of a developing mass movement against repression, war and inequality.
(2026-02-09). Japan's Takaichi vows to deliver on tax cuts after LDP's 'historic' win. aljazeera.com LDP looks set to secure 316 seats in Japan's 500-member house, marking its best result since its founding in 1955.
(2026-02-09). What Prince William's First Solo Visit To Riyadh Signals For UK-Saudi Ties Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Jonathan Gornall | Prince William's arrival in Riyadh on Monday will be a reaffirmation of the special bond between the monarchies of Britain and Saudi Arabia that was forged in the early days of the reign of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, and which has flourished ever since. | But for the 43-year-old prince, heir apparent to the British throne, his first official visit to the Kingdom will also be imbued with an element of personal poignancy. | William will be following in the footsteps of his mother, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, who visited Saudi Arabia 40 years ago during a nine-day tour of th…
(2026-02-09). Belavia plans new flight from Minsk to Russia's Ufa. eng.belta.by The air routes connect Russian cities not only with Minsk, but also with Gomel, Mogilev, and Brest. Flights to Murmansk and Makhachkala are added for the summer period.
(2026-02-09). Prince William Strengthens UK-Saudi Ties Amid Cultural and Economic Initiatives. devdiscourse.com Britain's Prince William has embarked on a three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, strengthening the ties between the two nations. The prince's visit focuses on economic reforms, cultural initiatives, and environmental programs, as part of a broader UK government initiative to enhance relations with the Middle Eastern kingdom.
(2026-02-09). JD Vance Is Booed at Olympics While Thousands Protest U.S. Sending ICE Agents to Games in Italy. democracynow.org 
With the 2026 Winter Olympics underway in Italy, we speak with writer and academic Jules Boykoff, author of six books about the Olympics, who says Milan is hosting the Games despite widespread public opposition from locals. Boykoff says that while the Olympics have attempted in recent years to institute some "cosmetic" reforms, "they don't get at the core elements that really plague the Olympic Games, and that's overspending, that's the intensification of militarized policing, that's greenwashing, that's corruption, that's the displacement of local populations…
(2026-02-09). One Woman's Refuse: the Ordeal of Lisa Cook. counterpunch.org 
The Supreme Court recently heard arguments that could reshape the global financial system. The case asks a deceptively simple question: Can the president fire Dr. Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, before the end of her term? But everyone watching knows the real question: Can Trump also fire Federal Reserve
(2026-02-08). Spain, Portugal hit by torrential rain. ecns.cn Farmers in Spain and Portugal say crops worth millions of euros have been wiped out after a so-called storm train of consecutive devastating weather fronts caused torrential rain and high winds across the Iberian Peninsula, wreaking havoc, leaving fields flooded and leading to several deaths.
(2026-02-09). Monday 2/23: Webinar: Witness From Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/w9SoK1c……
(2026-02-09). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-02-09). MBZ hosts Sisi as Saudi Arabia and UAE jockey for regional influence. al-monitor.com Economic ties between Egypt and the UAE are strengthening thanks to large Emirati investments in the North African country.
(2026-02-09). Tensions Soar Over Herzog Visit. consortiumnews.com After the Bondi massacre and new hate laws, a visit to Australia beginning Monday by the Israeli president named in the ICJ genocide case is raising tensions as Herzog seals Israel's victory in Oz, writes Joe Lauria. By Joe Lauria…
(2026-02-09). Kaiser lawsuit exposes Labor Management Partnership as conspiracy against healthcare workers. wsws.org The lawsuit is an implicit threat that the stream of money the union apparatus receives through the Labor-Management Partnership may be turned off if it cannot get its membership back in line.
(2026-02-09). Yes, One Nation's Poll Numbers Are Climbing. But Major Party Status Let Alone Government Is Still A Long Way Off. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Recent polling has delivered a spike for the anti-immigration party One Nation, triggering media speculation that Australian politics is on the cusp of a populist …
(2026-02-09). Case law says telling jurors their rights is not 'tampering' will Filton judges care? thecanary.co 
The Israel lobby, its political allies and its media actors have been pushing a farcical narrative that last week's acquittal of six anti-genocide activists from the Filton 24 was unsafe. The supposed 'reason' for this unsafe verdict was 'jury-tampering'. The supposed jury-tampering? Placards near the court that reminded jurors of their legal right to ignore […] | By
(2026-02-09). Kokomo Murase Shines at Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, Clinches Gold in Women's Snowboarding Big Air. devdiscourse.com Kokomo Murase of Japan soared to victory at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, capturing gold in the women's snowboarding big air event with an awe-inspiring aerial display. Her triumph marks an elevation from her bronze medal finish four years prior.
(2026-02-09). Yen Gains Momentum: Impact of Takaichi's Election Win and U.S. Dollar Weakening. devdiscourse.com The Japanese yen recorded a significant strengthening on Monday following the election victory of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, putting an end to its six-day losing streak. In contrast, the U.S. dollar saw a decline after reports surfaced that Chinese regulators instructed financial institutions to reduce their holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds.
(2026-02-09). Scottish Labour and Plaid Cymru leaders demand Starmer must go. thecanary.co 
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has stuck the knife into his former backer. Sarwar has called for Starmer to step down over his closeness to paedo-pal Peter Mandelson. And, Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth said: Of course Keir Starmer has to go. He's lost all moral authority and self awareness to do the right […] | By
(2026-02-08). Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to military veterans. ecns.cn Greeted with warm applause, Xi chatted with the veterans, inquiring about their health and living conditions. Together, they reviewed the extraordinary journey of the Party, the country and the military over the past year.
(2009-02-26). PSG trounce Marseille to move back top of Ligue 1. tribune.com.pk 
Ousmane Dembele struck twice as Paris Saint Germain blew away bitter rivals Marseille on Sunday, reclaiming top spot in Ligue 1 with a crushing 5-0 victory at the Parc des Princes. | Dembele opened the scoring after just 12 minutes and added a second before halftime as PSG delivered a real statement of intent going into the defining months of the season. | Facundo Medina's own goal made it 3-0 before substitutes Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Lee Kang-in got in on the act as PSG recorded their biggest-ever margin of victory over Marseille, avenging their 1-0 defeat at the Velodrome in September. | "It was almost pe…
(2026-02-09). BBC's Fake Record Rainfall Claims. wattsupwiththat.com I gather there was 271 mm in Torbay. But even that pales into insignificance in comparison with some of the totals registered in November 1929. October 1960 was also extremely wet in Devon, with 311 mm falling in Exeter.
(2026-02-09). Is trip to Washington a game of persuasion or an attempt at coordination? haaretz.com Several high-level Israeli visits to the U.S. may indicate close operational and intelligence coordination between countries, but it seems the U.S. will not carry out an attack on Iran before it has exhausted diplomatic options. So how much does Israel really have a say in Washington's methods?
(2026-02-09). The Guthrie kidnapping, the US media and the thousands of ICE abductions. wsws.org This is a frightening and tragic situation for the Guthrie family, no doubt affecting dozens of people at this point and perhaps for the rest of their lives.
(2026-02-09). Berlin Rally Backs Iran's Democratic Revolution, Rejects Dictatorship, Turnout Estimated At Over 100,000 OpEd. eurasiareview.com Under the freezing skies of Berlin, with temperatures dropping well below zero, more than 100,000 Iranians and international supporters gathered at the historic Brandenburg Gate, according to the The rally, held to mark the anniversary…
(2026-02-09). Will BRICS Be the Architect of the New World Order. infobrics.org The magnetic pull of BRICS is undeniable. A significant swathe of the Global South is knocking firmly on the grouping's door. This surge in interest is a symptom of a world straining under the weight of geopolitical fractures, economic uncertainty, and a profound disillusionment with the perceived failures and hypocrisies of the existing, largely Western-led, international order…
(2026-02-09). Entertainment News Highlights: From Legal Battles to Cultural Celebrations. devdiscourse.com In the latest entertainment news, Hollywood director Michael Bay is taking legal action against Cadillac F1 over a Super Bowl commercial. The ad featured a new Formula One car supported by General Motors, with Bay hopeful for an amicable resolution.
(2026-02-09). Six Killed in Kassanda Head-On Taxi—Bus Crash. plusnews.ug 
At least six people were killed on Sunday evening following a deadly head-on collision between a taxi and a Link Bus Company bus at Kyakatebe in Kassanda District. According to the Wamala Region Police Spokesperson, Lameck Kigozi, the taxi, registration number UBQ 154R, was traveling towards Mubende when it attempted to overtake another vehicle and …
(2026-02-09). Monday 2/9: East Bay Permaculture Guild / February Potluck and Discussion. indybay.org Oakland Peace Center / Grace Room (downtown Oakland) | 111 Fairmount Ave, Oakland, CA 94611…
(2026-02-09). Why Africa Matters More Than Ever in the US—Russia Power Struggle. thinktank.pk In recent years, Africa has increasingly become a strategic battleground for great-power competition between the United States and Russia. While China's economic footprint has long dominated narratives about external influence on the continent, Moscow and Washington's rivalry is intensifying over security, political partnerships, and access to resources — particularly in the Sahel region of West …
(2026-02-09). Norway Leads the Winter Olympic Medal Table. radiohc.cu Havana, February 8 (RHC) — Norway leads the medal table at the XXV Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina 2026 with three titles, after the second day of medal presentations concluded today. | On Sunday, the Scandinavians secured two gold medals: Johannes Klaebo's sixth Olympic gold in the cross-country skiing 10km + 10km event, and Sander Eitrem's victory in the men's 5,000 meters in speed skating. | The United States also won two titles, moving into second place in the medal standings, thanks to Breeze Johnson's gold in the alpine skiing downhill and their figure skaters' gold in the team event. | The host…
(2026-02-09). International And Domestic Impact Of The Maldives-Mauritius Dispute Over The Chagos Islands Analysis. eurasiareview.com The revival of the Maldives-Mauritius dispute over the Chagos Islands and the waters around them has significant implications for the strategic interests of the US, UK, and India in the Indian Ocean, as well as for President Muizzu's standing among the Maldivian electorate. | The Maldivian President, Dr Mohamed Muizzu, has taken a belligerent stance against Mauritius, following the UK and Mauritius' agreement in May 2025, under which Mauritius will acquire sovereignty over the Chagos Islands but lease Diego Garcia to the UK for 99 years. The UK, in turn, will allow the US to continue using its base in Diego Ga…
(2026-02-09). Deputy Minister hands over title deeds to beneficiaries in Bethlehem. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister hands over title deeds to beneficiaries in Bethlehem | Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli says the handover of title deeds to residents of Bethlehem in the Free State, presents an opportunity to correct injustices of the past. ⚪ "It represents security. It represents opportunity. And it represents a decisive step toward correcting the injustices of our past while building a more inclusive and productive future," Mhlauli said on Monday. ⚪ The Deputy Minister said this at the handing over of title deeds in Bethlehem where she joined the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development,…
(2026-02-09). It's Time To Unleash 401(k)s OpEd. eurasiareview.com The 401(k) is one of the most consequential financial inventions of the last half-century. Accounting for $9.3 trillion in assets, 401(k)s direct the investment and retirement decisions of 70 million Americans. But they're not as high-yielding as most plan owners might think. | When workers set one up through brokerages like Fidelity or Voya, they learn that their "choices" are limited to mutual funds, target-date funds, and perhaps a bond fund. No private investments, crypto, or leverage (other than the $50,000 max imposed by the IRS). 40% of 401(k)s offer a "self-directed brokerage window" allowing holders t…
(2026-02-09). What Iran Teaches Us About Minneapolis. fpif.org My mother missed her flight out of Tehran on a Wednesday the same week that Israel launched its war against Iran on a Friday. The conflict ended 12 days later, following a Sunday
(2026-02-09). Justice Ministry adviser refuses to release conflict-of-interest agreement. haaretz.com Justice Ministry legal adviser Kotick concealed her brother's and husband's close ties to Justice Minister Levin from the vetting committee and secretly helped draft the complaint against Supreme Court President Amit, raising criticism and questions about conflicts of interest…
(2026-02-09). Australian leaders urge calm after Sydney clashes during Israeli President visit. al-monitor.com By Renju JoseSYDNEY, Feb 10 (Reuters) – Australian leaders on Tuesday urged calm and called on protests to remain peaceful after clashes between police and demonstrators opposing Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Australia erupted in Sydney.Police said 27 people were arrested, including 10 for allegedly assaulting officers, after violence broke out on Monday evening when people failed to leave a planned protest site in central Sydney and police moved to clear access for pedestrians.
(2026-02-09). America Rooting For You Trump Cheers USA Cricket Squad For T20 World Cup Campaign In India America. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) US President Donald Trump extended his support to the country's cricket team as they began their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign in India.Posting on Truth Social, Trump wrote: I …
(2026-02-09). Why Nigeria May Be Missing Silent Mpox Transmission. eurasiareview.com New evidence suggests that mpox may be circulating quietly among healthy Nigerians, with some infections occurring without the symptoms that typically trigger detection by health authorities. | The evidence comes from a collaborative study by Nigeria's Institute of Human Virology, the University of Cambridge, in the UK, and others, published in While the researchers stress that this does not indicate a widespread hidden epidemic, they warn that such silent exposure could be bypassing Nigeria's surveillance systems. | "Wha…
(2026-02-09). Thoughts On The Delayed SCOTUS Ruling On Trump's Tariffs OpEd. eurasiareview.com Since everyone seems to be weighing in on why the Supreme Court is waiting so long to issue its ruling on the legality of Donald Trump's tariffs I might as well throw in my decidedly non-expert opinion. FWIW, the near unanimous consensus among court watchers seems to be that the Court will rule against Trump, with most of the Republican justices likely going against him. | I suppose there is a question about negotiations among the justices on wording to pull together the largest possible majority. But there is another obvious issue, which I at least have not seen addressed. | It is a virtual certainty that imm…
(2026-02-09). Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks ride defence, Walker to beat Patriots. aljazeera.com Seattle Seahawks produce a dominant defensive display to outmuscle the New England Patriots 29-13.
(2026-02-09). Orbán calls Ukraine an 'enemy' of Hungary. infobrics.org Ukrainian pressure to ban Russian energy has angered the Hungarian government.
(2026-02-09). Israel abducts al-Jamaa al-Islamiya official in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
Israeli forces infiltrated a village in southern Lebanon overnight and abducted an official from al-Jamaa al-Islamiya, according to statements from both the group and the Israeli military, while an airstrike killed three people including a child. | Al-Jamaa al-Islamiya (the Islamic Group) said Israeli forces crossed into the village of al-Habbariyeh in the Hasbaya district after midnight and seized Atwi Atwi, who heads the group's Hasbaya and Marjaayoun areas. | The village lies close to the Israeli border, near Chebaa and Kfar Shouba, parts of which have remained under Israeli occupation for decades. | Condemnin…
(2026-02-09). Sudanese nomads trapped as war fuels banditry and ethnic splits. al-monitor.com By Eltayeb SiddigNEAR AL-OBEID, Sudan, Feb 9 (Reuters) – Gubara al-Basheer and his family used to traverse Sudan's desert with their camels and livestock, moving freely between markets, water sources, and green pastures.But since war erupted in 2023, he and other Arab nomads have been stuck in the desert outside the central Sudanese city of al-Obeid, threatened by marauding bandits and ethnic tensions.
(2026-02-09). As Israel's Herzog faces Australia protests, his ex-adviser spreads hate. thecanary.co 
Australia's government has laid out the red carpet for genocide-inciting Israeli president Isaac Herzog. And its police have met mass protests against the visit with violence. Herzog's ex-adviser Eylon Levy, meanwhile, prepared for the trip by dehumanising Palestinians. Thousands oppose Herzog's visit, and Levy spreads hatred Thousands of anti-genocide protesters in Australia hit the streets […] | By
(2026-02-09). India To Join Pax Silica Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Ajey Lele | The politics and management of rare earth resources and critical minerals have entered a phase of intense global competition, as states increasingly recognise their strategic importance for clean energy transitions, advanced manufacturing ecosystems, and the overall maintenance of national security. | Control over critical minerals now extends much beyond physical access. It is about protecting access (in some form or other) to global geological reserves. Also, some states are ensuring dominance across processing, technology development, manufacturing and supply chains. States are advancing in p…
(2026-02-09). Sembabule Election Disputes Trigger Feud Between Security, Unsuccessful NUP Candidates. plusnews.ug 
The inconsistencies that characterized the just-concluded elections have sparked confrontations and counter-accusations between unsuccessful candidates of the National Unity Platform (NUP) and security organs in Sembabule District. From the presidential and parliamentary elections held on January 15 to the Local Council Three elections conducted this week, NUP suffered a sweeping defeat in Sembabule District at the …
(2026-02-09). History Is Not A Mathematical Calculation OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Dr. Wanjiru Njoya | Professor Clyde Wilson's
(2026-02-09). The growing Saudi-UAE power struggle in the Horn of Africa. newarab.com 
The rift between While it started with an "There…
(2026-02-09). Speedster Gao looks to carve a lasting legacy on the ice of Milan. ecns.cn When Gao Tingyu steps onto the ice in Milan, he will be skating against more than the clock. At 28, the Beijing 2022 men's 500-meter speed skating champion is no longer the young challenger who once stunned the world, but a seasoned sprinter chasing something far rarer in speed skating — a successful Olympic title defense.
(2026-02-09). Call For Write-Ups: When Global Environmental Governance Displaces Local Wisdom In Halmahera And Amazon. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Across resource-rich regions, weak governance and limited transparency determine who profits from extraction and who bears the environmental and social costs.In …
(2026-02-09). Nauru President arrives in Guangzhou for ancestral visit and Chinese New Year. ecns.cn President of Nauru David Adeang arrived in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, on Sunday, beginning a visit to reconnect with his ancestral roots and celebrate the "Little New Year", or Xiaonian in Chinese, with relatives.
(2026-02-09). If Labour really wants to stop Reform winning Gorton Denton, they should stand aside. thecanary.co 
Labour and its press allies continue to try to undermine popular Green party candidate Hannah Spencer in the Gorton and Denton by-election. Predictably, the tactics on show are the most hypocritical and tin-eared imaginable. In an Observer article yesterday, Labour's corporate-lobbyist, NHS privatiser candidate Angeliki Stogia tried laughably to claim that Spencer should stand aside because: […] | By
(2026-02-09). Nkabinde Enquiry to hear postponement application. sanews.gov.za Nkabinde Enquiry to hear postponement application | The Enquiry into the Fitness to Hold Office of Advocate Andrew Chauke, known as the Nkabinde Enquiry, is expected to resume hearings this morning with evidence leaders expected to present a request for postponement of proceedings. ⚪ The inquiry is led by retired Justice Baaitse Elizabeth Nkabinde and was established in September last year to investigate and determine the fitness to hold office of Advocate Chauke, the Director of Public Prosecutions for the South Gauteng Division. ⚪ "When the hearings resume, the Evidence Leaders will present an application for…
(2026-02-09). Morgan Mcsweeney Steps Down Following Political Storm Over Mandelson. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) | By Alemat Aliyeva I AzerNEWS | Morgan McSweeney has stepped down as the United Kingdom Prime | Minister's chief of staff following a growing political storm | linked to former cabinet …
(2026-02-09). Trump's Destruction of Diplomacy and Disarmament. counterpunch.org 
In one year, Donald Trump has managed to disarm Congress and put our Constitution on life support. The separation of powers has been breached, and our checks and balances have been compromised. Trump's latest victims are diplomacy and disarmament, a tragedy that few Americans understand. Last week's tragic demise of the New START Treaty is the latest marker in the decline of the United States.
(2026-02-09). Taraweeh Schedule 2026 for Masjid Nabawi Madinah Released. ummid.com The General Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques Tuesday February 03, 2026 released the schedule of Taraweeh – Special Night Prayers offered during the Holy Month of Ramadan 2026 /1447AH, at Masjid Nabawi (The Prophet's Mosque) in Madinah al Munawwarah.
(2026-02-09). One Battle After Another: Factional Struggles And The Making Of Trump's Foreign Policy Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Majda Ruge | Participation prize: | "Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace … " (Donald Trump, It seems winning the inaugural FIFA peace prize was not enough for Donald Trump. Having
(2026-02-09). Demographic Engineering Connects Record Murder Rates in its Palestinian Towns and the Weaponisation of Antisemitism. counterpunch.org 
(2026-02-09). Selective context: Why Isaac Herzog's visit deepens Australia's moral failure. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-09). Sunday 2/8: Bees, Land, & Liberation: Storytime from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UZiKWMf……
(2026-02-09). Milwaukee4Palestine, Feb. 19, 2026: Teach-in: Ban Deadly Exchanges, Stop US Police Terr*r. wibailoutpeople.org 
Dear M4P Community, For this month's volunteer meeting, we are hosting a teach-in with our siblings at Our Beautiful Struggle. The teach-in will cover our campaigns to ban deadly police exchanges between "Israel" & Milwaukee, the greater context & long history of U.S. police terror in our communities, and what we must do to stop it …
(2026-02-09). Jimmy Lai Jailed for 20 Years in Hong Kong's Largest National Security Case. moderndiplomacy.eu Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, the city's most prominent critic of China's Communist Party, was sentenced on Monday to 20 years in prison, concluding the biggest national security trial since Beijing imposed its sweeping security law on the city in 2020. Lai, the founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper, was convicted on two …
(2026-02-09). SpaceX puts Mars on back burner to focus on moon 'city', Musk says. scmp.com SpaceX is putting its long-standing focus of sending humans to Mars on the back burner to prioritise establishing a settlement on the moon, founder Elon Musk said on Sunday. | The South Africa-born billionaire's space company has found massive success as a Nasa contractor, but critics have for years panned Musk's Mars colonisation plans as overambitious. | The move also puts Musk in alignment with US President Donald Trump's shift away from sending Americans to Mars.
(2026-02-09). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "Science is the belief in the ignorance of experts" — Richard Feynman [H/t Francis Menton]…
(2026-02-09). Niger: Military Drone Strike Kills 17 Civilians. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Screenshot of a video showing the aftermath of the January 6, 2026 military strike in Kokoloko, Niger. | © 2026 Private | (Nairobi) — An apparent Nigerien military drone strike killed at least 17 civilians, including 4 children, and injured at least 13 others at a crowded market in western Niger on January 6, 2026, Human Rights Watch said today. The strike, which also killed three Islamist fighters, violated laws-of-war prohibitions against indiscriminate attacks and might amount to a war crime.The attack occurred in the village of Kokoloko in Tillabéri region, about 120 kilo…
(2026-02-09). Row over Laura àÅlvarez tweet sums up Your Party's accountability deficit. thecanary.co 
Laura àÅlvarez has sparked debate online within Your Party following a comment about a candidate not aligning with Jeremy Corbyn's slate. And the row has helped highlight the urgent need for both transparency and respectful debate in the party. àÅlvarez, who married Corbyn in 2012, kept a low profile while Corbyn was Labour leader. But […] | By
(2026-02-09). Over 630 buildings in Myanmar's Myawaddy KK Park demolished. ecns.cn More than 630 buildings in the KK Park complex in Myawaddy Township, Myanmar, have been demolished, and over 1,500 criminal suspects have been repatriated to China, the country's Ministry of Public Security (MPS) said on Monday.
(2026-02-09). Orbán calls Ukraine an 'enemy' of Hungary. infobrics.org Ukrainian pressure to ban Russian energy has angered the Hungarian government.
(2026-02-09). The bitter choice for Indonesian sailors abandoned off Africa. scmp.com Abandoned for months on their fishing boat off West Africa, Indonesian sailor Surono and his shipmates face a dilemma: return home without almost a year's wages or stay on the docked vessel. | He is among a growing number of migrant workers abandoned by shipowners, who flout their obligations and desert crews without paying the salaries owed.
(2026-02-09). Wednesday 3/11: The Future of Independent Commissions in San Francisco. indybay.org Women's Building | 3543 18th St #8, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-02-09). Solidarity with Unions! Protest at Palantir Ahead of Super Bowl. indybay.org Kristi Noem announced last fall that ICE would be coming in force to the San Francisco Bay city of Santa Clara to do their dirty work during Super Bowl Week. Although authorities later tried to back away from this statement, Bay Area activists prepared with protests ahead of the big game. This Palantir action was on February 5th; DHS presence was confirmed to be in nearby Mountain View, CA the next day.
(2026-02-09). Japan's Takaichi Sweeps Election, but Markets Remain the Real Check. moderndiplomacy.eu Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured the largest postwar landslide in the country's history, giving her a clear mandate to push through her economic and fiscal agenda. But while voters have spoken, financial markets may ultimately determine how far she can go. A Historic Mandate Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party won more than two-thirds of seats …
(2026-02-09). New Zealand's Christchurch mosque killer appeals conviction. newarab.com 
Brenton Tarrant, an Australian former gym instructor, admitted carrying out New Zealand's deadliest modern-day mass shooting before being sentenced to life in jail in August 2020. | Now, the convicted killer argues that his "torturous and inhumane" detention condition…
(2026-02-09). From Recipient to Seller: Ukraine Opens Arms Exports to Fund Its War. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine is set to start exporting its domestically produced weapons, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. This move aims to help the country earn money during its ongoing war with Russia. The conflict has led to growth in Ukraine's defense industry, with over a thousand manufacturers, mainly small and privately owned, emerging since the Russian …
(2026-02-09). Greek left party, "Popular Unity," demands the release of Mohammed Khatib. samidoun.net 
The Greek left political party, "Popular Unity," issued a statement calling for the release of Mohammed Khatib, Samidoun coordinator in Europe, and an end to any deportation proceedings. Mohammed Khatib was arrested on 7 February in Heraklion as he traveled to speak at an event in solidarity with Palestinian prisoners, also featuring liberated Palestinian prisoner …
(2026-02-09). In a First, Malegaon Elects Females as Mayor, Dy Mayor. ummid.com Shaikh Nasreen Khalid and Shan e Hind Nihal Ahmed were Saturday February 07, 2026 respectively elected as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Malegaon.
(2026-02-09). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-02-09). Russia Sees No "Bright Future" for U.S. Economic Ties, Eyes BRICS Alternatives. moderndiplomacy.eu Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that while Moscow remains open to cooperation with the United States, he sees little prospect for meaningful economic relations, citing what he described as Washington's pursuit of "economic dominance." Lavrov's Comments on U.S.-Russia Relations In an interview with Russia-based TV BRICS, Lavrov highlighted the disconnect between U.S. …
(2026-02-09). South Africa Withdraws Troop Contribution To MONUSCO. eurasiareview.com President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed the United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, of the South African government's decision to withdraw its contribution of soldiers to the United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). | In a statement on Saturday, the Presidency said South Africa ranks amongst the top ten troop contributing countries to MONUSCO, with a force presence of over 700 soldiers deployed in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in support of the Mission's peacekeeping mandate. | In a telephone conversation held on 12 January 2026, Presi…
(2026-02-09). Soothsaying And The Sampling Referendum: The Heralded Rise Of One Nation OpEd. eurasiareview.com Nominal realities bedevil politics. They usually find form in polling statistics, airings in the land of pundits and those self-appointed wise people who think they have a measure of the electorate and its various wishes. Folly often follows, garlanded with errors of judgment and failed predictions: Brexit and Donald Trump's election in 2016; Trump's re-election in 2024. The list is wearisomely long, the electorate often inscrutable. Yet the pollsters always live another day, at large and unpunished. | In Australia, the cathedral of commentators and psephologists is expressing interest at the emergence of a ne…
(2026-02-09). Guterres Condemns Escalating Violence In South Sudan As Aid Operations Come Under Fire. eurasiareview.com The UN Secretary-General has strongly condemned the surge in violence across South Sudan, warning that civilians and aid workers are paying a devastating price as humanitarian operations are increasingly targeted. | In a statement issued by his Deputy Spokesperson, Farhan Haq on Saturday, the UN chief said nearly 10 million people — "more than two thirds of the population" — now require life-saving humanitarian assistance and "continue to bear the brunt of the conflict". | He expressed grave concern over fighting, attacks and looting affecting humanitarian and health facilities, as well as movement…
(2026-02-09). Al-Maliki's PM nomination deepens Iraq's political divisions. newarab.com 
On Saturday, the Islamic Dawa Party said the Coordination Framework is still backing al-Maliki as its candidate to form the next
(2026-02-09). Shredder van spotted at Downing Street what is Starmer planning? thecanary.co 
An industrial 'on-site shredding' lorry has been photographed at Downing Street just three days after Keir Starmer warned that his officials needed to review "potentially hundreds of thousands" of pages of documents relating to Starmer's decision to appoint the disgraced Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador and senior Downing Street adviser despite knowing Mandelson had stayed […] | By
(2026-02-09). Police Attack Anti-Herzog Protesters in Sydney. consortiumnews.com After protesters stopped trying to march, police horses charged the crowd to clear the front of Sydney Town Hall on Monday. CN was caught in the mayhem. By Joe Lauria in Sydney, Australia Special to Consortium News Police in Sydney…
(2026-02-09). When universities forgot how to say no. onlineopinion.com.au Academic freedom is inseparable from professional responsibility.
(2026-02-09). PM Modi needs to move beyond complaining about past mistakes. ummid.com Opponents and critics contend that the narrative of a 'mess' by the Modi is a mere political tool to deflect from current shortcomings, such as unemployment, high food inflation, and increased economic inequality, and, of course, an incurable Nehru-complex.
(2026-02-09). WATCH: Protecting a Genocidaire. consortiumnews.com Sydney police unleashed a torrent of violence against citizens who were protesting the presence in their city of a man who leads a nation condemned for ongoing genocide. Camera: Joe Lauria. Editing: Cathy Vogan Time: 15: 59 The film shows…
(2026-02-09). Cherry blossom festival in Yongfu town celebrates agricultural innovation and cultural exchange. ecns.cn The iconic "tea-green and cherry-red" landscape of Yongfu town in Zhangping, East China's Fujian province, reached its peak aesthetic over the weekend as the annual cherry blossom cultural tourism festival officially commenced.
(2026-02-09). As an infertile woman Matt Goodwin's childess tax shows how much Reform hates women. thecanary.co 
Matt Goodwin is facing even more scorn, this time for attacking women. In a 2023 blog post unearthed by the Independent, the Reform candidate for Gorton and Denton proposed that people who don't have children should be taxed extra. What's worse, this was specifically meant as a punishment. Reform pick: Matt Goodwin, Zionist, book eater, […] | By
(2026-02-09). Monday 2/9: Zuck-Off for Pretti ICE Out for Good! A Public Performance Art Show. indybay.org SFGH | Between Building 25 and Building 5 | 1001 Potrero Avenue | San Francisco, California…
(2026-02-09). Joint Base Lewis-McChord Supporting ICE Operations. indybay.org The Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) Protection Division / Anti-Terrorism Office in Washington State – a part of the JBLM Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) is working closely with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), supporting their enforcement efforts in throughout Washington and Oregon.
(2026-02-09). Where Is Your Line? (Hint: Silence Is a Decision). counterpunch.org I have a question I never imagined I'd have to ask in the United States. Not, "Are you worried about where the country is heading?" We're past that. It's a question I keep asking myself — and now I'm asking you: What has to happen before you actively push back at a government transforming into
(2026-02-09). Water firms robbed Universal Credit claimants of £22.4m in just one year. thecanary.co 
After sending a number of freedom of information (FOI) requests to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the Canary has uncovered a shocking range of figures. Across the course of a year, privatised water suppliers across England and Wales robbed welfare claimants of £22.4m in Universal Credit (UC) payment deductions. This comes as the […] | By
(2026-02-09). Google closing in on OpenAI in AI race. ummid.com Google is slowly but steadily closing in on its key rival OpenAI in the Artificial Intelligence race, the latest data released by the tech giant's parent company Alphabet has revealed.
(2026-02-09). Africa must unite amid global uncertainty – Mantashe. sanews.gov.za Africa must unite amid global uncertainty – Mantashe | Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has called on African countries to work together at a "moment of profound global uncertainty". | The Minister was speaking at the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba which opened in Cape Town on Monday. | The annual Indaba is a gathering of African leaders, industry stakeholders and investors to discuss the development of Africa's mineral resources. | "This year's Indaba convenes at a moment of profound global uncertainty. We are witnessing heightened geopolitical tensions, driven largely by the competitio…
(2026-02-09). Build relations without ultimatums. U.S. expert on Belarus-USA cooperation. eng.belta.by Mark Episkopos suggests a pragmatic approach, including the restoration of communication channels and maintaining Belarus as a sovereign actor.
(2026-02-09). End The Ukraine War Now, Before The Strategic Balance Shifts Further Analysis. eurasiareview.com Wars rarely conclude with a dramatic battlefield reversal. More often, they end when the marginal cost of continuing exceeds the marginal benefit for all parties involved. The war in Ukraine is approaching that point. Another season of fighting is unlikely to produce a decisive shift, but it will almost certainly deepen Ukraine's losses, solidify Russia's position, and narrow the diplomatic space for a durable settlement. | A negotiated end would be politically painful and strategically imperfect. It may also be the least damaging option still available. | Russia Is Strained, but Not Faltering: | Russi…
(2026-02-09). Another rat has abandoned Starmer's sinking ship this time the comms chief. thecanary.co 
As we reported on 8 February, Keir Starmer's chief-of-staff Morgan McSweeney resigned in disgrace. What is it they say about rats and sinking ships? Tim Allen — Blairite leaving the Labour right sinking ship. When self-serving careerists like Allen are crying off, you know Starmer is finished. The writing is on the wall. — Simone […] | By
(2026-02-09). Israel cabinet approves further annexation, control in West Bank. newarab.com 
The measures have been pushed by extremist and far-right ministers Israel Katz and finance minister Bezalel Smotrich. | According to local Palestinian media, the d…
(2026-02-09). Katakwi Residents Request Routine Net Distribution and Indoor Spraying. plusnews.ug 
Residents of Namule, Igola, and Angorom, Getom Sub-county in Katakwi District, have called on the government to conduct routine indoor residual spraying and redistribute mosquito nets, citing a surge in mosquitoes in swampy areas such as Micoka and Aibapet. According to residents, including Abdalah Okeris, malaria remains the leading cause of disease and death, particularly …
(2026-02-09). Union Budget 2026: Significant Hike in Defence Allocation. ummid.com While presenting the budget for FY 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman earmarked a record ‚Çπ7.85 lakh crore allocation for the county's defence sector, post-Operation Sindoor.
(2026-02-09). Germany to deploy thousands of troops on Lithuania-Belarus border. infobrics.org Germany struggles to maintain major influence in Europe and preserve majorpower status.
(2026-02-09). What lies beneath the assassination attempt on Russian General Vladimir Alekseyev? unitedworldint.com Russia's Foreign Affairs Minister Sergei Lavrov directly accused Ukraine's leader, saying that "Zelenskyy seeks to derail peace process". By Feyyaz Erkin E≈üli A senior Russian military official Vladimir Alekseyev has been targeted in an assassination attempt in Moscow. He has been hospitalized after being shot several times near his flat, according to Russian state media …
(2026-02-09). Nigeria: ISWAP Turns To Armed Drones. eurasiareview.com In mid-January, Nigerian troops serving in Operation Hadin Kai raided an Islamic State West Africa Province hideout in the Timbuktu Triangle in Borno State. As the troops advanced on the base, armed drones attacked them. | A new report by The Premium Times news outlet suggests that terrorist group, also known as ISWAP, plans to increase its use of armed drones against Nigerian military forces in the northeast. The report appeared as Nigerian troops are increasing pressure on ISWAP across Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states. On several occasions in January, troops fought with ISWAP forces and cleared abandoned hideo…
(2026-02-09). The World of "Independent" Media: From Global Research to Alt Media Narrative Enforcers. globalresearch.ca The 'alternative' media didn't just move; it split. One side chose the difficult path of consistent scepticism. The other chose to protect their brand.
(2026-02-09). Gauteng reiterates obligations for scholar transport operators. sanews.gov.za Gauteng reiterates obligations for scholar transport operators | Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has outlined responsibilities that scholar transport operators must fulfil to advance their applications for operating within the legal framework. ⚪ To ensure compliance, operators must enter into formal agreements with parents, including signed indemnity forms granting responsibility to transport learners. ⚪ Vehicles used for scholar transport should also be roadworthy. ⚪ "They must also obtain endorsement letters from School Governing Bodies (SGBs) or school principals confirming that t…
(2026-02-09). Wednesday 2/25: $ave Climate Action Plan! Rally at City Hall to Demand No Cuts to Env. Dept. indybay.org SF City Hall, 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-02-09). German Economy Minister Rebuffs Séjourné's 'Buy European' Push. eurasiareview.com By Maximilian Henning | ( Her remarks respond to a push led by EU Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné, who on Monday
(2026-02-09). Xi Jinping: A Destroyer of Corruption, Privilege, and Inequality. globalresearch.ca The title of the article at Foreign Affairs (FA) — " FA opens the article by …
(2026-02-09). Penguin's Dilemma: Palestine's Marwan Barghouti's Forthcoming Unbroken as a Stress Test for the Cold War Dissident Canon. globalresearch.ca The Announcement and Its Frame: | Penguin Random House announced the forthcoming publication of Unbroken: In Pursuit of Freedom for Palestine by Marwan Barghouti in early 2026, presenting it as a major political and literary event. The announcement appeared through …
(2026-02-09). Two ships set sail from Mexico with humanitarian aid for Cuba. radiohc.cu 
The Mexican Navy's logistics support ships Papaloapan and Isla Holbox set sail this Sunday from the port of Veracruz with 814 tons of food supplies for the people of Cuba, amidst an escalation in the United States' economic war, which has reinforced restrictions on oil shipments to the Caribbean island, where there is a difficult economic situation and an energy crisis. | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the shipment of aid, which is expected to arrive at a Cuban port in about four days, in a humanitarian and solidarity action following instructions from President Claudia Sheinbaum. | Mexico sets sail w…
(2026-02-09). Canadian Catholic Bishops Join Members Of Parliament In Push To Restrict Medical Aid In Dying. eurasiareview.com By Terry O'Neill | Two legislative efforts to limit Canada's medical aid in dying (MAID) framework converged Thursday, with Conservative member of Parliament (MP) Garnett Genuis announcing a bill focused on MAID coercion and the Catholic bishops supporting legislation to prohibit assisted dying for mental illness. | Genuis introduced a private member's bill Feb. 5 that would amend the Criminal Code to prohibit any federal or provincial government employee in a position of authority, other than a doctor or nurse, from initiating a discussion about medical aid in dying. | Genuis said Bill C-260, "An Act to amend…
(2026-02-09). As Black History Month Turns 100, Trump Refuses to Apologize for Video Depicting Obamas as Apes. democracynow.org 
President Donald Trump is refusing to apologize for sharing a racist video on social media that depicts former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes. The video remained available on Trump's Truth Social page for 12 hours before it was deleted around noon on Friday. It prompted rare criticism from members of his own party, including South Carolina's Tim Scott, the Senate's only Black Republican, who called it "the most racist thing" he had seen from the White House. | "This is a disgusting and despicable display of racism from President Trump," says Wisdom Cole…
(2026-02-09). Museveni Road in Kampala? KCCA Explains How Roads are Named. plusnews.ug 
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) says road naming is a structured, community driven process designed to preserve local history, improve city addressing, and ensure fairness across neighborhoods. The explanation comes as a result of unidentified individuals recently going ahead and purpoting to rename Nakasero road to Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Road, which KCCA said …
(2026-02-09). Row over Laura àÅlvarez tweet sums up Your Party's accountability deficit. thecanary.co Laura àÅlvarez has sparked debate online within Your Party following a comment about a candidate not aligning with Jeremy Corbyn's slate. And the row has helped highlight the urgent need for both transparency and respectful debate in the party. àÅlvarez, who married Corbyn in 2012, kept a low profile while Corbyn was Labour leader. But […] | By
(2026-02-09). The Great Israeli Shredding of Palestine. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-02-09). Britain Pushes the Women, Peace and Security Agenda, but Will It Matter? passblue.com 
James Kariuki, Britain's chargé d'affaires to the United Nations, says his country will continue to push the ambitions of the women, peace and security agenda as a permanent member and rotating president of the Security Council this month. It remains to be seen, civil society groups argue, how much the country's obligations will prevail as women's …
(2026-02-09). Your Guide to 'Rooting for Everybody Black' at the 2026 Winter Olympics. capitalbnews.org 
The 2026 Winter Olympics is in high gear in Italy, and a small contingent of Black athletes are competing on behalf of Team USA. The Winter Games are a space where representation of Black American athletes has been far less than in summer sports. Several of this year's competitors are Olympic veterans, while others will …
(2026-02-09). New Zealand government defends social inequality on Waitangi Day. wsws.org In the lead-up to New Zealand's national day, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon denounced socialism and equality, and Deputy PM David Seymour declared that poor and homeless people were "living like kings and queens."
(2026-02-09). EC police welcomes life sentences for the murder of four people. sanews.gov.za EC police welcomes life sentences for the murder of four people | The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape has welcomed the sentencing of 16 accused to life imprisonment for the brutal killing of four people at Ndindwa Village in Debenek. | They were sentenced on Friday in the Bhisho High Court. | The incident took place on 31 December 2022. Community members allegedly held a meeting and decided to take the law into their own hands against people they suspected of stealing electricity cables and terrorising residents. | Four people were identified, taken from their homes, assaulted, tied up an…
(2026-02-09). Workers at BYD's Xi'an plant in China strike over poverty wages. wsws.org The latest strike highlights the chasm between the vast personal fortunes of billionaires like BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu and the destitution-level wages imposed on the workers whose labour produces the wealth.
(2026-02-08). China expands imports, shares growth globally. ecns.cn China's drive to expand imports is emerging as a crucial feature of its high-level opening-up strategy, underscoring Beijing's commitment to sharing the opportunities of its vast domestic market with the rest of the world and, at a time of heightened economic uncertainty, offering predictable demand and a stable source of growth, market analysts and foreign business leaders said.
(2026-02-09). Our Enduring Nuclear Nightmare: The End of New START. juancole.com By (
(2026-02-09). Playing without Ronaldo, Al-Nassr defeats Al-Riyadh. ummid.com On the ground without its captain Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi FC Al-Nassr Monday February 02, 2026 defeated Al-Riyadh in a tight match played at Prince Turki bin Abdul Aziz Stadium.
(2026-02-09). UK's Prince William to begin three-day visit to Saudi Arabia. newarab.com 
(2026-02-09). Reach A Hand Uganda rolls out campaign to raise awareness on healthy sleep among learners. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Owing to growing concerns about poor sleeping habits and their link to mental health challenges among learners, Reach A Hand Uganda has embarked on a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of sleep among adolescents, particularly students. The Quality Sleep Campaign seeks to sensitise the public through mass media, …
(2026-02-09). On NATO's eastern flank: German government seeks to transform regional airport into military fortress. wsws.org The German government and Bundeswehr are pushing ahead with the conversion of the Rostock-Laage air base in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania into a central military hub for the Luftwaffe and NATO.
(2026-02-09). Government pressed on legal implications of Isaac Herzog visit. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-09). September 2001 Interview with Osama bin Laden. Categorically Denies his Involvement in 9/11. globalresearch.ca Full text of Pakistani paper's Sept 01 "exclusive" interview. Bin Laden's statements are markedly different from those made in the alleged Osama video tapes.
(2026-02-09). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-02-09). Lebanon Suffers Israeli Chemical Attacks while Planning Elections. globalresearch.ca Lebanese authorities have reported a chemical attack on February 1 carried out by Israeli aircraft over southern Lebanon, targeting forested and agricultural areas near the border. The attack caused environmental, health, and security concerns. | The laboratory analysis confirmed Israel had …
(2026-02-09). The Materialist Mind is Trying to Resolve an Existential Crisis. dissidentvoice.org We are at a crossroads of civilization, facing contradictions that cannot be solved by the same logic that created them. We are attempting to answer the future of humanity with a mindset inherited from the past. "Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans." — John Lennon We live in the most …
(2026-02-09). Presidential Climate Commission Deputy Chair announced. sanews.gov.za Presidential Climate Commission Deputy Chair announced | President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Senior Advisor at the Presidential Climate Commission, Dipak Patel, as Deputy Chairperson of the Commission. | Patel previously served as the Senior Advisor for Climate Finance and Innovation at the commission and his new tenure will begin this year and end in 2030. | "Mr Patel's designation as Deputy Chairperson forms part of strengthening the commission's work on climate finance, investment mobilisation and the delivery of South Africa's Just Energy Transition objective. | "Mr Patel is an experienced professional wi…
(2026-02-09). The Chemical Attacks in East Ghouta Used to Justify a Military Intervention in Syria. globalresearch.ca Families of abducted children contacted us. They recognized the children among those presented in the videos as victims. Our study reveals that the video footages were manipulated with a view to accusing the Syrian State of perpetrating the chemical attacks…
(2026-02-09). Ukraine-Russia war in 2026 where do we now stand? onlineopinion.com.au Four years in, Ukraine's war looks less like a turning point than a test of endurance, diplomacy, and winter survival. January 2026 tells the story.
(2026-02-09). Australia Can't Reach Its Ambitious Climate Targets With Current Policies. Here Are 6 Things We Can Try. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) In less than ten years, Australia has to cut its emissions 62 75% below 2005 levels. Given reductions in emissions over the past 20 years, that translates to cutting …
(2026-02-09). The President's Gold. G20 Summit at the Trump National Doral Miami. globalresearch.ca The United States will assume the Presidency of the G20 in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, making it a particularly important year for the country. In December, President Trump will …
(2026-02-09). Bangladesh's Election And Referendum: Contesting Reform And Political Futures Analysis. eurasiareview.com Bangladesh's election in February 2026 is taking place alongside a national referendum on constitutional reform, making it unlike a routine electoral contest. The vote is unfolding in a political environment that is marked by party exclusions, institutional tensions and competing visions of reform. Together, the election and referendum are shaping a moment that will influence how constitutional change proceeds, how political competition is organised and how the country's future political system evolves. | By Imran Ahmed and Muhammad Saad Ul Haque | On 13 November 2025, the interim government in Bangladesh issu…
(2026-02-09). América somos todos: El mensaje Bad Bunny con banderas en el show de medio tiempo del Super Bowl 2026. cubadebate.cu °Histórico! El cantante Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, mejor conocido como Bad Bunny, se presentó en el Super Bowl 2026 y dejó un mensaje claro: "Todos somos América". No fue solo un show de medio tiempo: fue un mensaje lanzado al corazón de millones de latinos que desde el televisor, en el estadio o en la misma ciudad conectaron con el interprete de "Baile Inolvidable".
(2026-02-09). Serie Nacional de Béisbol: Matanzas a la final tras cierre de película ante Industriales. cubadebate.cu El décimo inning puso los pelos de punta a los seguidores de ambos conjuntos, por la regla de desempate los leones fabricaron dos carreras y se puso a tres out de la victoria. Los matanceros con gran convicción salieron a ganar y dejaron al campo a los azules con jonrón de José Amaury Noroña limpiando las bases.
(2026-02-09). Italia e Cina possono camminare insieme. strategic-culture.su Due buone notizie hanno caratterizzato i giorni scorsi le relazioni Roma-Pechino. | Segue nostro Il 12 gennaio 2026 la Commissione europea ha stabilito le condizioni in base alle quali i produttori di veicoli elettrici con sede in Cina ‚possono sostituire i dazi dell'UE con l'impegno di vendere a prezzi minimi e ha affermato che terrà conto degli investimenti cinesi nei veicoli elettrici nell'Unione. La Cina ha accolt…
(2026-02-09). América somos todos: El mensaje Bad Bunny con banderas en el show de medio tiempo del Super Bowl 2026. cubadebate.cu °Histórico! El cantante Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, mejor conocido como Bad Bunny, se presentó en el Super Bowl 2026 y dejó un mensaje claro: "Todos somos América". No fue solo un show de medio tiempo: fue un mensaje lanzado al corazón de millones de latinos que desde el televisor, en el estadio o en la misma ciudad conectaron con el interprete de "Baile Inolvidable".
(2026-02-09). México envía a Cuba más de 800 toneladas de ayuda humanitaria. cubadebate.cu Sheinbaum sostuvo el viernes último que México enviaría ayuda humanitaria a Cuba a más tardar mañana, mientras continuaban los trabajos diplomáticos para suministrar petróleo, tras la amenaza de Washington de aplicar aranceles a países que envíen crudo a la mayor de las Antillas.
(2026-02-09). "Luciérnagas en El Mozote" y la batalla por la memoria histórica en El Salvador. nacla.org 
Una película apoyada por el estado que narra la masacre de El Mozote en 1981 abre preguntas sobre la guerra civil, mientras que las víctimas siguen buscando justicia.
(2026-02-09). Israel pushes "Most Dangerous" settlement decision in the West Bank. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Israeli government has approved a series of far-reaching decisions that significantly expand its authority over the occupied West Bank, moves critics warn could undermine the Palestinian Authority and pave the way for de facto annexation.In a joint announcement, Defense Minister Israel Katz and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the security cabinet had endorsed measures granting Israel near-absolute control over large parts of the territory.Israeli media reported that the decisions were approved as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for a visit to Washington, describing the package as…
(2026-02-09). Cocodrilos Stages a Heroic Comeback and Advances to the Grand Final. radiohc.cu Havana, February 8 (RHC) — A grand slam by José A. Noroña in the 10th inning sealed the victory for Cocodrilos de Matanzas (15-11) in a heartbreaking game against Leones de Industriales, which also gave the Reds a ticket to the grand final of Cuban baseball. | In a pitching-dominated contest in the first third of the game, runs came in bursts for both sides at Havana's Estadio Latinoamericano. While the stadium drew a smaller crowd than in previous games, the usual pressure from the home fans was still present. | The Cocodrilos were once again the first to score, with Yurisbel Gracial getting a walk, Ariel M…
(2026-02-09). Cuadrando la Caja: Así funciona el sistema tributario cubano en 2026 (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El pasado 5 de enero inició en toda Cuba la campaña de declaración y pago de tributos correspondiente al año 2026, un ejercicio que moviliza a todos los actores económicos del país. øQué cambios se realizaron en materia de tributos y qué implican? øQué acciones se realizan en materia de control fiscal? øPara qué utilizan los impuestos los municipios?
(2026-02-09). "Luciérnagas en El Mozote" y la batalla por la memoria histórica en El Salvador. nacla.org Una película apoyada por el estado que narra la masacre de El Mozote en 1981 abre preguntas sobre la guerra civil, mientras que las víctimas siguen buscando justicia.
(2026-02-09). Ukrainian MPs Continue Resigning in Large Numbers. globalresearch.ca Apparently, the political crisis in Ukraine is becoming intolerable for a large part of the local politicians. In a recent statement, a Ukrainian Member of Parliament (MP) stated that dozens of parliamentarians are about to leave their offices, creating a …
(2009-02-26). Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail. tribune.com.pk 
Kylian Mbappe scored his 23rd goal of the season in La Liga to help Real Madrid claim a battling 2-0 win at Valencia on Sunday and close the gap to leaders Barcelona to one point. | Third-place Atletico Madrid slumped to a 1-0 defeat at home to Real Betis, three days after thrashing the Andalusian side in the Copa del Rey, falling further away from the top two. | After Spanish champions Barca had beaten Mallorca on Saturday, Alvaro Arbeloa's Madrid eked out a tight victory at Mestalla to keep the pressure on their arch-rivals. | Missing suspended forward Vinicius Junior and injured midfielder Jude Bellingham,…
(2026-02-09). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-09). Mbappe, Real Madrid defeat Valencia; narrow gap to Barcelona on ladder. aljazeera.com Goals by Kylian Mbappe and Alvaro Carreras allowed Real Madrid to peg back Barcelona in the La Liga standings.
(2026-02-09). Sunday 2/22: Immigrant Rights Sunday at La Peña: Day Laborers Speak Out. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Cener | 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley…