(2026-04-03). Incubator babies saved from Gaza genocide reunited with their moms. electronicintifada.net Israeli forces shoot and kill 15-year-old child in Dheisheh refugee camp, occupied West Bank.
(2026-04-03). The US and Israel are making Gaza-style war the new normal. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in One of the most appalling aspects of the Gaza genocide — besides its
(2026-04-03). Freed After a Year in ICE Jail, Palestinian Protester Leqaa Kordia Speaks Out. truthout.org We speak with Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia, who was freed on March 16 after spending more than a year in an ICE jail in Texas. She was arrested in 2025 as part of the Trump administration's campaign to target student activists and others who advocated for Palestinian rights. Kordia was born in the occupied West Bank and lives in New Jersey. She was arrested in 2024 during the Gaza… |
(2026-04-03). Prominent New York synagogue hosts presentation on why U.S. Jews should support the ethnic cleansing of Gaza. mronline.org 
Benjamin Anthony's racist speech at New York's influential Park Avenue Synagogue, where he argued that U.S. Jews need to support ethnic cleansing in Gaza, illustrates how the American Jewish community has embraced Israeli racism and brutality.
(2026-04-03). 'The rat gnawed my baby's cheek': Gaza tent encampments face rodent infestation. mondoweiss.net 
The residents of crowded tent encampments in Gaza now suffer from an infestation of rodents that bite people in their sleep. This week, a one-month-old baby was mauled in the cheek, leaving him in "critical condition," doctors say.
(2026-04-03). Meet Leqaa Kordia: Palestinian Protester Freed After a Year in "ICE Dungeon" democracynow.org 
We speak with Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia, who was freed on March 16 after spending more than a year in an ICE jail in Texas. She was arrested in 2025 as part of the Trump administration's campaign to target student activists and others who advocated for Palestinian rights. | Kordia was born in the occupied West Bank and lives in New Jersey. She was arrested in 2024 during the Gaza solidarity protests at Columbia University. The charges against her were dropped the next day, but she was detained in March 2025 by ICE during a routine immigration check-in. "It was supposed to be just a regular mee…
(2026-04-03). Iran leaders join crowds on streets to project control in wartime. al-monitor.com By Parisa HafeziDUBAI, April 3 (Reuters) – After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control – with senior officials walking openly in the streets among small crowds who have gathered in support of the Islamic Republic.
(2026-04-03). FO Talks: The Iran War Exposes Europe's Vulnerability and NATO's Strategic Divide. fairobserver.com Fair Observer's Video Producer Rohan Khattar Singh and Sebastian Schà§ffer, Director of the Institute for the Danube Region and Central Europe, discuss how the Iran war and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are reshaping Europe's energy security and strategic outlook. As conflict in the Middle East unfolds alongside Russia's war in Ukraine, a…
(2026-04-03). Progressives Urge Senate Dems to Block AG Confirmation Until Epstein Files Released. commondreams.org In the wake of President Trump's removal of Pam Bondi,
(2026-04-03). Trump fires Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general. albawaba.com ALBAWABA-U.S. President Donald Trump on April 2, 2026, removed Pam Bondi as attorney general, ending a contentious 14-month tenure marked by internal turmoil at the Department of Justice. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche has been appointed interim attorney general as the administration considers a permanent replacement.Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and longtime Trump ally, was confirmed in February 2025 after Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination. Her dismissal follows months of presidential frustration over the Justice Department's handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related files and what Trump viewed as in…
(2026-04-03). China Criticizes US Mining Licenses in Venezuela and Chinese Exclusion. orinocotribune.com China has condemned the US empire interfering in its cooperation with Venezuela after issuing a license that allows investment in the South American country's mining sector but excludes Chinese companies, and called for the lifting of unilateral sanctions against Caracas. | Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a press conference this Wednesday, April 1, that Beijing "firmly opposes the US side using so-called general licenses to interfere in cooperation between China and Venezuela," and emphasized that the "legitimate rights and interests" of the Asian country in the Latin American nation "mus…
(2026-04-03). The Weight On Delcy Rodriguez. popularresistance.org Almost everything you are told in the West about Venezuela is untrue, and the biggest lie is that Machado, Guaidó and the groupings around them are in any sense democrats or liberal. They are not, and have direct family and political links to the murderous CIA-sponsored regimes of the pre-Chávez years. They also have many scores to settle — Machado's family, to give just one example, dominated the electricity supply before it was nationalised. | A very large number of the "political prisoners" the West is so concerned about, were involved in efforts at military coup or violent insurrection, of which Guaidó'
(2026-04-03). Trump bombs Mid-East's tallest bridge, Iran counters by hitting Oracle's Dubai hub for Kharrazi. hindustantimes.com Iran says it has hit Amazon in Bahrain and Oracle's data hub in Dubai, vowing more attacks on U.S. "spy" tech firms after assassination bids on top Iranian figures. Trump answers with a strike on Tehran's tallest B1 bridge while Israel hunts missile commanders, pushing the conflict into a volatile new phase.
(2026-04-03). Bab el-Mandeb may prove to be The Gate of Tears. ummid.com The more critical issue regarding their involvement is whether Houthi rebels will attempt to disrupt shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, effectively undermining Saudi Arabia's efforts to bypass the Strait of Hormuz via its East-West oil pipeline.
(2026-04-03). Hegseth hides grim intel from Trump? US report says IRGC is still dangerous with killer missiles. hindustantimes.com U.S. intelligence now assesses that Iran's missile and drone power is far from destroyed, with roughly half of its missile launchers believed to remain intact despite weeks of U.S.-Israeli strikes. The assessment, reported by CNN and other outlets citing multiple sources, also concludes that Iran still has thousands of one-way attack drones and a large share of its coastal defense cruise missiles, leaving the Strait of Hormuz under continued threat. This bleaker battlefield picture clashes sharply with President Donald Trump's public claim that core strategic objectives in the Iran war are "nearing completion" an…
(2026-04-03). French-owned CMA CGM container ship passes Strait of Hormuz, data shows. al-monitor.com By Nerijus Adomaitis and Dominique VidalonPARIS, April 3 (Reuters) – A container ship belonging to French shipping group CMA CGM has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, MarineTraffic vessel tracking data shows, in a sign that Iran may not consider France a hostile nation.The Malta-flagged Kribi, owned by CMA CGM, crossed the Strait on April 2. It is the first French-owned vessel to make it through the channel since U.S.-Israeli attacks began on Iran at the end of February.
(2026-04-03). Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz. al-monitor.com By Kentaro Okasaka and Kantaro KomiyaTOKYO/OSLO, April 3 (Reuters) – Three Omani-operated tankers, a French-owned container ship and a Japanese-owned gas carrier have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since Thursday, shipping data showed, reflecting Iran's policy to allow passage for vessels it deems friendly.Iran initially shut the Strait – a route for about a fifth of global oil and LNG flows – after U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran at the end of February led to a widening conflict. Later, it said it would permit transits by ships with no U.S. or Israeli links.
(2026-04-03). Trump has no good options to resolve the disaster he created in Iran. mondoweiss.net 
Trump faces a disaster of his own making in Iran. He had no plan to address Iran's predictable retaliation, including closing the Strait of Hormuz, but even if he did, he faces another problem: Israel, his disastrous choice for a partner in crime.
(2026-04-03). Experts Warned For Years That A War With Iran Would Happen This Way. thealtworld.com 
Time has "Key Trump officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, were surprised by the barrage of retaliatory attacks Tehran launched against U.S. and Israeli targets across the region, including in countries long assumed to be off-limits: Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, a state that…
(2026-04-03). No respite for Israel: Hezbollah unleashes 'Russian hell' on IDF – Putin's war 'entry' weighs heavy. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah is now using Russian‚Äëstyle FPV kamikaze drones with fiber‚Äëoptic guidance to smash Israeli troops and tanks in southern Lebanon, after earlier reports of Moscow aiding Iran. With at least 10 IDF soldiers killed since March 2, learn how Ukraine‚Äëwar tactics are reshaping the Israel—Iran battlefield.
(2026-04-03). Iran claims strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa in Wave 91 Op True promise-4 | IRGC. hindustantimes.com Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps said Wave 91 of Operation True Promise-4 struck Tel Aviv and Haifa, claiming hits on key Israeli sites, including military gathering points and airports. The IRGC also said the Houthis joined the attack, while Iranian claims extended to U.S. bases and fighter jets in the region. Israeli broadcaster Kan reported damage from an Iranian ballistic missile, and another strike reportedly left a crater in Petah Tikva. Watch for more…
(2026-04-03). Trump's Holy War Abroad and at Home. theintercept.com 
After more than a month into the The reasons the Trump administration have given for partnering with Israel…
(2026-04-03). US-Israeli War on Iran: A religious project with three political goals. ummid.com As the current geopolitical events mirrored by biblical stories show, the US-Israel side is moved by a religious vision with three goals.
(2026-04-03). David Cole: U.S. War on Iran Is "Blatantly Illegal" Under U.S. & Int'l Law. democracynow.org 
Legal expert David Cole speaks about the "blatantly illegal" U.S.-Israeli war on Iran: "The U.N. Charter absolutely prohibits one country from aggressively attacking another country, using force against another country, unless that country has attacked us — and Iran had not attacked us."
(2026-04-03). Caitlin Johnstone: The More Murderous Israel Gets, the More We Hear About 'Anti-Semitism'. scheerpost.com In real life, people are being mercilessly butchered in Iran, Lebanon and Palestine by Israel and its allies. The uglier this gets, the more aggressive the trolling about "anti-semitism" becomes. Caitlin Johnstone Caitlin's Newsletter Whenever Israel is killing tons of civilians the Western media always start churning out articles about "anti-semitism" and Jewish feelings. "Jews …
(2026-04-03). Selected Articles: Hit List: Iran Threatens US and Israeli Corporations. globalresearch.ca 
By Eighteen corporations operating in Israel and the GCC nations were warned on March 31 they "will come under attack as they have assisted US-Israeli terror …
(2026-04-03). Headlines for April 3, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Warns of "Much More to Follow" as U.S. Bombs Civilian Infrastructure in Iran, Iran Strikes Gulf Refineries, Warns of Escalating Attacks as U.S.-Israeli Bombings Continue, Israel Says It Struck 3,500 Targets in Lebanon in One Month of War, Israel Continues Deadly Attacks on Palestinians Despite U.S.-Brokered Ceasefire, U.K. Palestinian Solidarity Activists Found Guilty of Breaching Police Rules for Protest, France Detains EU Parliamentarian and Israel Critic Rima Hassan over Social Media Post, Trump Fires Attorney General Pam Bondi, Names His Former Criminal Defense Lawyer as Replacement, White H…
(2026-04-03). War in the Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war: – Iran says second US plane downed -Iran's military says it has downed a second US military jet in the Gulf, according to state media.There was no immediate confirmation or denial from Washington.- Man killed in Syria -State media in Syria said Israeli fire killed a man in Quneitra province in the country's south near the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.The SANA agency said the man had been killed in an attack by "an Israeli tank", while state television said a car was targeted.
(2026-04-03). IB exams 2026 in UAE cancelled due to US-Israeli war on Iran. ummid.com The International Baccalaureate Organisation has cancelled the IB Exams of the year 2026 across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
(2026-04-03). Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities. al-monitor.com By Maya Gebeily and Ahmed TolbaBEIRUT, April 3 (Reuters) – Israel pounded Beirut with airstrikes on Friday that the military said had targeted militant "infrastructure" in Lebanon's capital, as the U.S. warned that Iran may target universities in the country as the Middle East war rages.Israel has invaded southern Lebanon and pledged to raze all Lebanese villages in the border area in a fight against Iran-backed Hezbollah militants that has become the most violent spillover of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
(2026-04-03). Irán lanza oleada 92 ∞ de ataques contra objetivos de EE.UU. e Israel. cubadebate.cu La Guardia Revolucionaria iraní anunció este viernes 3 de marzo el lanzamiento de la 92 ∞ oleada de la Operación "Promesa Verdadera 4", la cual incluyó ataques contra sistemas de radar tridimensionales y de largo alcance pertenecientes a Estados Unidos en la región y a la entidad israelí.
(2026-04-03). Irán lanza oleada 92 ∞ de ataques contra objetivos de EE.UU. e Israel. cubadebate.cu La Guardia Revolucionaria iraní anunció este viernes 3 de marzo el lanzamiento de la 92 ∞ oleada de la Operación "Promesa Verdadera 4", la cual incluyó ataques contra sistemas de radar tridimensionales y de largo alcance pertenecientes a Estados Unidos en la región y a la entidad israelí.
(2026-04-03). Trump hails destruction of Iran's tallest bridge, warns of 'much more to follow'. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the tallest bridge in Iran had been destroyed, hours after threatening to bomb the country "back to the Stone Ages". | Ghodratollah Seif, the deputy governor of Alborz province, where the B1 bridge is located, said the strike had killed eight people and wounded 95 others, according to state TV and Fars news agency.
(2026-04-03). Escalating To Catastrophe. scheerpost.com Nate Bear Don Not Panic In his televised address last night Trump said the US was going to continuing attacking Iran for another two or three weeks and would bomb the country "back to the Stone Ages, where they belong." More on that phrase later. But first a bit on the economics. Promising to keep …
(2026-04-03). Trump threatens to bomb Iran into the 'Stone Ages' as experts warn of possible war crimes. nationofchange.org Threats to destroy Iran's electric grid and bridges raise alarm among legal scholars as strikes hit medical, energy, and civilian infrastructure.
(2026-04-03). Meloni flies to Gulf region in energy security push. al-monitor.com ROME, April 3 (Reuters) – Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni flew to Saudi Arabia on Friday for a previously unannounced trip that will also include meetings in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, government sources said.The sources said the visit would reaffirm Italy's support for the three nations in the face of Iranian attacks on their territories, and was also aimed at bolstering Italy's national energy security through closer engagement with Gulf producers.
(2026-04-03). Iran warns 7 million may fight if U.S. conflict escalates to ground invasion. hindustantimes.com Iran has issued a powerful warning as tensions with the United States intensify, claiming that nearly 7 million citizens are ready to take up arms if war escalates. The statement, made by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, comes amid rising fears of a potential U.S. ground operation. Tehran says any invasion will face resistance from an entire nation, signaling a shift toward mass mobilisation. At the same time, Iranian officials dismissed Trump's claims of progress as "nonsense," insisting the country's military strength remains intact and escalation will continue if attacks persist.
(2026-04-03). Iran's President Releases 'Open Letter' To American People. popularresistance.org Iran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, has officially released a four-page "open letter" to the American people. | However, many social media users have pointed out that if the average American were as well educated as the average Iranian, perhaps the US would not have started so many illegal wars. | The letter lays out, in a calm and reasoned manner, why the world is currently in the state it's in. | Unlike most of Trump's unhinged rants on Truth Social, which may as well have been transcribed from a toddler's ramble.
(2026-04-03). ICE and War Funding Can Now Become the Latest Excuse To Gut the Social Safety Net. progressivehub.net EMINE YàúCEL | TALKING POINTS MEMO…
(2026-04-03). The Master Paradox: How a Mid-Sized Bank Exposed the Cracks In Brazil's Power. fairobserver.com A 40 billion Brazilian real hole, high-society parties in Sicily and a trail leading to the Supreme Court, together these things make up the anatomy of a banking scandal that reveals the dangerous intimacy between private risk and public oversight in Brazil. The case is fast becoming what could be the largest banking fraud in…
(2026-04-03). French government accuses Eurosceptic politicians of 'betrayal'. infobrics.org France is rapidly becoming a liberal dictatorship.
(2026-04-03). The Iran War Reveals Who Is Living In A Fantasy World. wattsupwiththat.com Whether you like it or hate it, the war in Iran has definitely had the effect of exposing some of the ridiculous fantasies in the world to a serious dose of reality.
(2026-04-03). Gauteng Community Safety Committee calls for a safe and peaceful Easter. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Community Safety Committee calls for a safe and peaceful Easter | The Portfolio Committee on Community Safety in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature has called on residents to prioritise safety during the Easter weekend. | The committee warned of increased risks on the roads over the holiday while also raising serious concern over the reported fatal shooting of a teenager by a police officer. | "As families travel and gather to observe this sacred period, we urge all road users to exercise heightened caution and responsibility," the committee said in a statement, stressing the importance of obeying traffic…
(2026-04-03). Pfizer Halts COVID Shot Trial Because They Can't Find Enough Test Subjects Willing to Take Another Booster Shot. globalresearch.ca Pfizer and BioNTech have The study, targeting healthy adults aged 50—64, required tens of thousands …
(2026-04-03). The White House Prayer Council A Satanic Ritual in Blasphemy. globalresearch.ca Trump's grip of Christianity was put on full display for all the world to see as he stumbled through a script he apparently did not 'pre-read.'
(2026-04-03). Sunday 4/12: Speak Out Socialists Organizing Meeting for International Day. indybay.org Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. Center | 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2026-04-03). Tragic Incident in Abu Dhabi: Egyptian Citizen Killed. devdiscourse.com An Egyptian citizen was tragically killed during an evacuation at Abu Dhabi's Habshan gas facilities after debris from an intercepted attack fell on the site, according to the Abu Dhabi media office.
(2026-04-03). Thursday 4/2: Hands Off My Voice & My Body-Workers & Labor Groups To Rally At SF Federal Building. indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 450 Golden Gate St. | San Francisco…
(2026-04-03). Deputy President attends Good Friday service. sanews.gov.za Deputy President attends Good Friday service | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will today step into Ellis Park Stadium not just as a government leader, but as a symbol of unity—carrying a message that places families at the centre of South Africa's healing. | Invited by Bishop Marcelo Pires, Deputy President Mashatile is set to attend the Amandla Ngawethu Good Friday service hosted by the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG), marking his first appearance at the church's Easter gathering in his official capacity. | Framed by the 2026 theme, "The Family at the Foot of the Cross", the event seeks to c…
(2026-04-03). From ISIS to Iran: Joe Kent Says Washington Keeps Repeating the Same Catastrophic Playbook. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff In a wide‚Äëranging and unusually candid conversation, former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent explains why he resigned over the Trump administration's war on Iran—and why he believes the United States has once again walked into a strategic disaster of its own making. Kent's account, drawn from decades inside U.S. covert and military …
(2026-04-03). Iraq, Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026. ummid.com Iraq, and Bosnia and Herzegovina – the two Muslim dominated countries that battled Zionist imposed wars, have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up at Milyar Cafe. indybay.org Milyar Cafe, 3300 Adeline St, Berkeley…
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: Free virtual screening of the film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bfgH……
(2026-04-03). Middle East war: global economic fallout. al-monitor.com Here are the latest economic events in the Middle East war: – White House seeks $1.5 tn -US President Donald Trump asked lawmakers on Friday to approve a massive $1.5-trillion defence budget for 2027, as the United States faces rising costs from its war with Iran and mounting global security commitments.The proposal would increase Pentagon spending by more than 40 percent in a single year ⚪ the sharpest rise since World War II- UAE company needs year to restart aluminium -…
(2026-04-03). UPPSC 2024 Final Result Declared, 33 Muslims Among Toppers. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Sunday March 29, 2026 declared the final result of Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2024 on its official website along with the list of toppers recommended for various posts.
(2026-04-03). Mutual aid is a lifeline for the million people displaced by war in Lebanon. nationofchange.org Food, clothing and shelter provided by mutual aid efforts in Lebanon are vital as Israel's escalating war triggers a growing humanitarian crisis.
(2026-04-03). 'The rope is for Arabs only': Israel's new death penalty law for Palestinians recycles a colonial playbook. therealnews.com 
(2026-04-03). No Karp No Kings No Palantir. indybay.org Alternative action to the usual No Kings held on March 28.
(2026-04-03). Israel blocks US student protesters from entering West Bank. electronicintifada.net Officials at Allenby crossing hint they have access to American police records.
(2026-04-03). CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities. truthout.org For two years, I walked the lower yard track at San Quentin State Prison, watching construction crews tear down an old furniture factory to build a $239 million Scandinavian-styled learning center. They have now removed the fence blocking the incarcerated population's view of the new facility. Last week marked the opening of the building, only for incarcerated people who have designated… |
(2026-04-03). Detected: First Ever Spin Reversal of Comet 41P. ummid.com In a first, astronomers have found evidence of a comet reversing its spin.
(2026-04-03). Monday 4/6: Chris4Mayor2026 Campaign Dinner & Mark Levy Concert. indybay.org 123 Green Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2003-04-26). Five killed, several injured in suicide attack in Bannu. tribune.com.pk 
At least five people, including women and a child, were martyred and several others injured in a suicide attack targeting the Domel Police Station in Bannu on Friday, Regional Police Officer (RPO) Sajjad Khan said. | According to officials, the victims included members of the same family. "Four members of the same family were killed in the attack, including Naqeebullah, his wife, his son Tufail Subhan, and his daughter Sadaf," RPO Khan said. The injured were shifted to a nearby hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment. | District Police Officer (DPO) Yasir Afridi said the attack on the police stati…
(2026-04-03). President wishes Christian community well for Easter. sanews.gov.za President wishes Christian community well for Easter | President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his well wishes to South Africa's Christian community during the Easter weekend. | "For South Africa's diverse Christian denominations and for Christians around the world, the Resurrection of Christ serves as a powerful call to personal renewal; and is an integral part of faith. This timeless message of retaining hope amidst uncertainty resonates with us all," President Ramaphosa said. | The President will join congregants from the Zion Christian Church at their annual Easter celebrations in Moria, Limpopo this weekend. | "
(2026-04-03). Malaysia Key Link Between Asean and BRICS. infobrics.org Malaysia's role as a BRICS partner country offers a platform for people centred cooperation in securing agricultural and energy supply chains outside traditional Western centric systems…
(2026-04-03). Navajo Nation protests anti-voter bill. workers.org 
The Navajo Nation Council published the following statement on March 26,2026. The Naabik'íyáti' Committee is one of the standing committees of the Navajo Nation Council. Window Rock, Ariz. — On Thursday, the Naabik'íyáti' Committee unanimously passed legislation to formally establish the Navajo Nation's opposition to H.R. 7296, known as the . . . |
(2026-04-03). Haryana Congress' Cross-Voting Controversy: What's Next? devdiscourse.com The Haryana Congress' Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) convened on Friday to address the alleged cross-voting by five party MLAs during the Rajya Sabha elections held last month. The committee will compile a report to inform the party high command of its findings, potentially influencing the future actions of the accused legislators.
(2026-04-03). Sleep apnea effective care begins with preparation before treatment. ummid.com Explaining that proper planning plays a key role in managing sleep apnea, experts said effective care for the sleep disorder actually begins with detailed preparation before any treatment is introduced.
(2026-04-03). Road users urged to be responsible. sanews.gov.za Road users urged to be responsible | Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy has urged South Africans travelling during the Easter holidays to use the roads responsibly and show respect to all road users. | The Easter holidays are marked by an increase in traffic on major corridors as travellers embark on various religious and holiday destinations. | Studies show that over 80% of road crashes are the direct result of human behaviour. | "We are calling on every driver, passenger, and pedestrian to take ownership of their conduct on our shared roads. I urge those who will be undertaking long-distance journeys to stagg…
(2026-04-03). Nicaragua Denounces US Accusations Regarding Religious Freedom. orinocotribune.com The government of Nicaragua has described Washington's claims about so-called "religious persecution" in the Central American nation as "perverse," highlighting the massive participation in Holy Week celebrations and condemning the persecution of migrants within the US empire. | In an official statement published this Thursday, April 2, the Nicaraguan government detailed how thousands of religious activities, including Catholic, Christian, and Evangelical celebrations during Holy Week, are currently taking place throughout the country with massive participation. The statement highlights that the people, described…
(2026-04-03). Prevent's obsession with terrorist ideology has left the UK without recourse for non-ideological violence. thecanary.co 
Today, Thursday 2 April, the Guardian ran an exclusive based on comments from the Prevent assistant commissioner, Laurence Taylor. He claimed that counter-terrorism scheme was being overwhelmed by a massive influx of referrals. Trends indicate that Prevent will receive over 10,000 referrals in 2026. That represents a 33% increase compared to 2024. However, Taylor asserts that […] | By
(2026-04-03). CARTOONS: Pollies, petrol prices and imperious plans. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-03). 'A.I. is African intelligence': The workers who train A.I. are fighting back. mronline.org 
Kenyan workers are still the underpaid labor behind A.I. training, moderation, and sex chatbots. The Data Labelers Association is fighting back.
(2026-04-03). You've become redundant: Oracle to 30K terminated employees. ummid.com In another round of lay-off, software major Oracle Tuesday March 31, 2026 fired around 30,000 employees saying they have become redundant.
(2026-04-03). One acre, one vote: The bizarre election that could decide Arizona's energy future. grist.org 
In a country characterized by antiquated systems for regulating how electricity is produced and transported to homes and businesses, one utility in Arizona may be the most outdated. In 1903, almost a decade before Arizona became a state, a group of landowners around Phoenix secured a federal loan for a dam on the Salt River. The dam collected water to irrigate farms and produce hydroelectric power to run irrigation pumps. The landowners created the Salt River Project Association to govern the operation of the dam, and gave each landowner a vote for every acre of land they owned. | The Salt River Project, or SR…
(2026-04-03). For some around Trump, war on Iran is a Christian calling. al-monitor.com As he wages war on Iran, President Donald Trump was joined in the Oval Office by Christian pastors. Solemnly, some placed their hands on his shoulder or forearm. They offered their blessings.In a war against a country led by Shia Muslim clerics, the United States ⚪ which has a constitutional separation between church and state ⚪ is also invoking religion, with some Trump officials casting it as almost a divine mission.
(2026-04-03). ALF Inflicts $40,000 in Damages at Utah Animal Feed Facility. indybay.org Although a communiquè has not yet been received by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, news reports from Beryl, Utah, claimed that the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has caused $40,000 in damages to machinery used to produce food for animals on factory farms.
(2026-04-03). UPSC CSE 2026: Jamia Millia RCA invites applications for free coaching. ummid.com The Centre for Coaching and Career Planning, the Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) at Jamia Millia Islamia has invited applications for the free coaching with hostel facility from Minorities, SCs, STs and women who wish to appear in UPSC Civil Services Preliminary as well as Main exam 2026.
(2026-04-03). Austria blocks US warplanes as European allies distance themselves from Trump's Iran war. nationofchange.org Austria invokes neutrality law to deny U.S. military airspace access as Spain, Switzerland, and others limit cooperation and criticize the legality of the conflict.
(2026-04-03). Friday 4/3: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown | *location has recently changed and may change again soon…
(2026-04-03). MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Download: Read Notification. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has released an important notification regarding the MHT CET 2026 Admit Card download that the candidates must read while they prepare for the important Entrance Exam.
(2026-04-03). Thursday 4/9: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-03). Putin holds call with Erdogan to discuss Middle East. al-monitor.com MOSCOW, April 3 (Reuters) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has held a phone call with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, the Kremlin said on Friday.Putin and Erdogan discussed the situation in the Middle East, the Kremlin added. (Reporting by Ksenia Orlova; Writing by Anna Peverieri; Editing by Kevin Liffey)…
(2026-04-03). Is NATO Really Nearing Its End? A Critical Look at Growing Transatlantic Tensions. globalresearch.ca In recent years, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has faced one of the most challenging periods in its history. | Once regarded as the cornerstone of Western security, the alliance is now increasingly strained by political disagreements, shifting global priorities, …
(2026-04-03). What Would "Transatlantic Security" Look Like If the US Leaves NATO? globalresearch.ca Trump's
(2026-04-03). What does $164M buy Big Oil? Inupiat land and a broken promise. grist.org In 2023, when Rosemary Ahtuangaruak, Iñupiaq, "It was only 8 miles from our village. We watched industry evacuate their personnel on ice roads in front of our community while we were left waiting for information about what was going on," she said. "It was very concerning that through all th…
(2026-04-03). Leaked: Britain Exports Secret Government Agency's Dark Arts Overseas. covertactionmagazine.com Documents obtained by CovertAction Magazine reveal how prolific Western government contractor Torchlight, staffed by British military and intelligence veterans, has covertly trained "commercial and government clients" the world over in Government Communications Headquarters' (GCHQ) digital espionage and cyberwar strategies. Cloak-and-dagger techniques to "discredit, disrupt, delay, deny, degrade, and deter" target adversaries and populations, honed for …
(2003-04-26). PSL committee rejects Fakhar's appeal. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) technical committee has dismissed an appeal by Fakhar Zaman, upholding the two-match ban imposed on the Lahore Qalandars batter for ball tampering, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Thursday. | The 35-year-old had earlier been suspended for two PSL matches after being found guilty of breaching the league's code of conduct during Lahore Qalandars' narrow four-wicket defeat to Karachi Kings on Sunday. Fakhar subsequently challenged the decision, seeking relief from the sanction, but the appeal was rejected following review by the PSL's technical committee. | "In accord…
(2026-04-03). U.S. Claims Iran Leads Global Terror—Whistleblower Challenges the Narrative. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff In a recent episode of The Chris Hedges Report, CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou joins Chris Hedges to critically examine the Trump administration's effort to brand Iran as the world's leading sponsor of terrorism. This label, Kiriakou argues, ignores decades of U.S. involvement in violent proxy operations worldwide and oversimplifies complex regional dynamics. The …
(2026-04-03). CBSE Launches New Curriculum for Classes 9 to 12. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched new Curriculum and Syllabus for Classes 9 to 12 which will be implemented from the Academic Year 2026-27.
(2026-04-03). SEBA HSLC Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has officially confirmed the date and time to release the result of the HSLC Class 10th Examination 2026.
(2026-04-03). KEAM 2026 Admit Card – Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is releasing on its official website cee.kerala.ni today i.e. Wednesday April 01, 2026 the Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of candidates who have registered for KEAM 2026 Entrance Examination.
(2026-04-03). ICE Arrests Palestinian Activist Who Leads Wisconsin's Largest Islamic Group. truthout.org A large and diverse crowd packed a community center on Milwaukee's south side Thursday, calling for the release of Salah Sarsour, president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee. Sarsour, who is of Palestinian descent, was detained by federal immigration agents Monday morning. His supporters are calling Sarsour's arrest an targeted act of political retaliation designed to chill opposition to the… |
(2026-04-03). Sunday 4/19: 2026 FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL of transgender and queer performance. indybay.org Z Space | 450 Florida St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-04-03). Kazakhstan releases endangered saker falcons in Saudi-backed restoration drive. al-monitor.com ALTYN-EMEL NATIONAL PARK, Kazakhstan, April 3 (Reuters) – With a loud thwack of their wings, the falcons took flight, quickly soaring high above the rocky desert landscape of Altyn-Emel National Park in southeastern Kazakhstan. The 34 birds were on an important mission: to help restore Kazakhstan's population of saker falcons, which for centuries have symbolised nobility and freedom for the nomadic peoples of the Kazakh steppe, as well as serving as faithful hunting companions.
(2026-04-03). Announcing Global Voices Spotlight! globalvoices.org Each month we will be choosing an urgent theme to explore in depth across all our regionsGlobal VoicesImage courtesy of Gabriela Mesones Rojo. | As the need for responsible, multi-perspective news coverage grows increasingly urgent, and the situation for media organizations and news providers is made increasingly difficult, Global Voices is responding by leaning into our strengths: our twenty years of building a worldwide community and centering the stories our contributors, translators, researchers, and fellows feel are important. Stellar examples of this include the (2026-04-03). First year B Ed student cracks CTET 2026 in first attempt. ummid.com Inamur Rehman Hazfizur Rehman, a first year B.Ed. student of Malegaon, has cracked the Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) result of which was declared by the CBSE two days ago.
(2026-04-03). Grandmother Faces Trial in Alabama for Wearing Penis Costume to No Kings Protest. theintercept.com 
When the viral video cooled off, people thought the case against the 62-year-old would be dropped. Prosecutors doubled down. penis costume no kings
(2026-04-03). SCOTUS Rules Against Trans Community on Transgender Day of Visibility. indybay.org On March 31, the day celebrated internationally as Transgender Day of Visibility, the US Supreme Court delivered a major blow to the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The court rejected a Colorado ban on LGBTQ child "conversion therapy", ruling against a law banning the discredited practice on free speech grounds. Demonstrators in Mountain View, CA said the announcement of the ruling was intentionally timed.
(2026-04-03). BRICS Expansion and Crypto: Why This Could Spark a $150K Bitcoin Surge. infobrics.org For the average investor, the BRICS expansion isn't just geopolitics—it's a potential goldmine or a pitfall. If these nations embrace cryptocurrencies as a hedge against dollar dependency, we could see unprecedented adoption…
(2026-04-03). No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics. truthout.org As I headed to my local "No Kings" protest on March 28, I tuned in to the livestream of the far right Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) to listen to a man who is currently cheering on a war in order to rule as a monarch over my homeland. "Can you imagine Iran going from 'Death to America' to 'God bless America?'" Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah, asked the CPAC crowd… |
(2003-04-26). Iran claims it shot down second US F-35 fighter jet. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claimed on Friday that it shot down a US F-35 fighter jet in central parts of the country, Iranian media reported. | Due to the destruction of the aircraft, the fate of the pilot remains unknown, the semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported, citing a statement by the IRGC. | Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claims it shot down a US F-35 fighter jet in the central parts of the country, semi-official Tasnim News Agency reports | • This marks 2nd time Iran claims it shot down US F-35 amid ongoing escalations since Feb. 28 | • No… pic.tw…
(2026-04-03). United States has intensified its war against Cuba. workers.org 
A Russian tanker with about a month's load of crude oil arrived in Cuba on March 30 bringing the much needed fuel as the brutal U.S. blockade of Cuba was creating a humanitarian crisis. The following article provides background on U.S. imperialism's economic war against socialist Cuba over six decades. . . . |
(2026-04-03). Mild Tremors Felt Across Delhi-NCR and North India After 5.9 Magnitude Earthquake in Afghanistan. devdiscourse.com People residing in Delhi-NCR and other parts of north India experienced mild tremors on Friday night following a 5.9 magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan. The slight shaking, noticeable through swaying ceiling fans and lights, led residents to express their reactions on social media.
(2026-04-03). Artemis II Update: Orion's Toilet Issue Resolved. ummid.com The Artemis II crew, working closely with mission control in Houston, were able to successfully restore the Orion spacecraft's toilet to normal operations after it reported glitches.
(2026-04-03). Iran war: Why US allies are suffering more than its enemies. thealtworld.com Europe and Asia are bearing the brunt of the ongoing conflict, as global oil and gas supplies are plunged into turmoil | In war, economic consequences often follow a logic distinct from military objectives. The unprovoked and illegal Among the several objectives raised by the two aggressors — goals, incide…
(2026-04-03). Outrage in Karachi: Desecration of Historic Hindu Idols. devdiscourse.com In a troubling event in Karachi, Pakistan, sacred idols of Lord Krishna and the Gopis housed in the historic Sagan Mason building were reportedly desecrated, causing outrage among the Hindu community. Social activist Shiva Kachhi condemned the act, emphasizing its impact on Pakistan's multicultural harmony.
(2026-04-03). Friday 4/10: Film Screening & Fundraiser for the Prairieland Defendants. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-03). "Christ Is King" ? What Does Jesus Say? muslimskeptic.com In contemporary polemical and ideological discourse, the phrase "Christ is King" has re-emerged and become quite widespread, often within highly polarized cultural and political contexts. Quite frequently, the phrase is not uttered merely as a devotional slogan; it also functions as a theological assertion: namely, that Jesus (peace be upon him) is to be considered …
(2026-04-03). Video: Pizza courier in Turkey caught urinating in elevator, eating pizza toppings. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A video caused buzz in Turkey after a pizza courier was caught on camera eating pizza toppings, then urinating in an elevator.A clip circulated online showing a man delivering a pizza order before he was seen opening the box and eating some of the toppings.After delivering the pizza, the person was seen entering the elevator and urinating before leaving. However, he was caught and forced to clean before being caught by the police.Turkish media said the Pizza courier who ate the pizza promotion and used the elevator as a toilet has been identified.üí•üáπ&#…
(2026-04-03). TMC Demands Removal of Bhabanipur Returning Officer. devdiscourse.com The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Friday called for the immediate removal of the returning officer assigned to the Bhabanipur assembly constituency in West Bengal, citing concerns over his alleged closeness to BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari.
(2026-04-03). Australian wildlife cruelty is out of control. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-03). Tehran rejected 48-hour ceasefire proposal from US, Iranian media, citing source, says. al-monitor.com April 3 (Reuters) – An unnamed source told Iran's semi-official Fars news agency on Friday that Tehran had rejected a U.S. proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire.The source said the proposal was made on Wednesday through another country, which was not named. There was no immediate comment or confirmation from the U.S. (Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Mark Porter)…
(2026-04-03). Countdown begins for Artemis 2 launch: How to watch Live. ummid.com NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida is all set to launch Artemis 2- the American space agency's first Moon Mission since 1972, Wednesday April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-03). Underground Railroad Sues NEH over contract. mediasanctuary.org The Underground Railroad Education Center is suing the National Endowment for the Humanities and several federal officials, after the museum had a $250,000 grant canceled as part of President Donald Trump's crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion programs and initiatives. UREC co-founder Paul Stewart talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
(2026-04-03). Mounting Arrears: Maharashtra Contractors Standstill Looms. devdiscourse.com The Maharashtra State Contractors' Association (MSCA) has issued an ultimatum to the Mahayuti government, warning of a complete work stoppage if dues exceeding Rs 96,000 crore are not settled by April 7. The group represents contractors engaged across various development sectors.
(2026-04-03). Census 2027 1st phase starts today: What you need to do. ummid.com India has started Census or headcount of the country's over a billion population from today i.e. April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-03). Arizona Sec. of State: Trump Is "Trying to Pick His Own Voters" by Restricting Mail-in Ballots. democracynow.org 
Democrats and voting advocacy groups have filed lawsuits against President Trump's sweeping new executive order to limit mail-in voting ahead of this year's midterm elections. "This is clearly an attempt for the president to pick his own voters," says Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, who is legally challenging Trump's order. | Voting rights experts have decried the order as an unconstitutional attempt by Trump to seize control of election administration from the states and Congress. It directs the Department of Homeland Security to create a "state citizenship list̶…
(2026-04-03). Do No Harm: Apply This Standard to U.S. Foreign Policy. fpif.org According to War Watch, there are 86 active conflicts occurring around the world. Of those, the United States is an actor in
(2026-04-03). Turning Point USA Throws Weight Against Clean Energy in Local Arizona Election. truthout.org In a country characterized by antiquated systems for regulating how electricity is produced and transported to homes and businesses, one utility in Arizona may be the most outdated. In 1903, almost a decade before Arizona became a state, a group of landowners around Phoenix secured a federal loan for a dam on the Salt River. The dam collected water to irrigate farms and produce hydroelectric power… |
(2026-04-03). Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian's open letter to the people of the U.S. workers.org 
Press TV published the following open letter dated April 1, 2026. To the people of the United States of America, and to all those who, amid a flood of distortions and manufactured narratives, continue to seek the truth and aspire to a better life: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Iran — . . . |
(2026-04-03). Horrifying videos: 7.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Indonesia. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A powerful 7.4‚Äëmagnitude earthquake struck Indonesia on April 2, in the Molucca Sea, off Ternate in North Maluku.At least one person was killed in the Indonesian earthquake, which damaged buildings and briefly triggered a tsunami warning.National rescue and disaster agencies revealed that the 7.4‚Äëmagnitude earthquake damaged houses and public buildings. Videos showing the moment of the strong quake and buildings shaking were shared on social media. In addition, some people posted clips from affected areas showing flattened structures and frightened residents gatherin…
(2026-04-03). Wednesday 5/6: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-03). Iran strikes Gulf again, hitting Kuwait refinery as UAE shuts gas hub. al-monitor.com Kuwait's desalination plant and key refinery have been damaged, and the UAE has suspended Habshan operations after debris from intercepted missiles caused a fire.
(2026-04-03). Cuba with 297 Places for the Central American and Caribbean Meeting in Santo Domingo. radiohc.cu Havana, April 2 (RHC) — Cuba has secured 297 places for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, announced José Antonio Miranda, the director general of high performance at the National Sports Institute, today. | In statements given to the weekly magazine Jit, Miranda specified that Cuba secured those spots in the qualifying tournaments, and the number has already been reconciled with the organizing committee, an essential step for it to be considered official. | Of the spots won, 172 are for men and 125 for women. For events offering direct qualification, undertaken despite the countr…
(2026-04-03). US rescues 1 crew member after fighter jet downed over Iran. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON — Combat search-and-rescue efforts were underway for the crew of a US fighter jet shot down over southwestern
(2026-04-03). Musician's unions condemn Trump's attack against Bruce Springsteen. indybay.org Bruce Springsteen and Jane Fonda at the 3/28/2026 No Kings rally in Minneapolis.
(2026-04-03). Imperial cynicism and living space. mronline.org 
Just when you think cynicism has its limits, reality takes us by surprise.
(2026-04-03). China—Taiwan Tensions — Civil War Legacies and Geopolitical Chess. fairobserver.com 
Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and FOI Senior Partner Glenn Carle, a retired CIA officer who now advises companies, governments and organizations on geopolitical risk, turn their attention eastward to examine the sharp escalation in China—Taiwan tensions over the last few years in general and the Chinese military blockade of its tiny island neighbor at the end…
(2026-04-03). East Jerusalem Palestinian families eviction orders. thecanary.co 
In the early hours of 25 March 2026, Israeli occupation forces (IOF) and police entered homes in Silwan, in occupied East Jerusalem, escorting settlers as Palestinian families were forced out of their properties in the Batn al-Hawa neighbourhood. East Jerusalem — evicted after 10 year legal battles with settler organisation 16 Palestinian families, approximately 100 people, who […] | By
(2026-04-03). Monday 4/6: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-04-03). The Agenbite of Diplomacy: Are Negotiations Still a Thing? fairobserver.com There are words in the English language that designate things that once existed but have since disappeared. In some cases, the words themselves never disappear; we recognize them as common words but have lost any substantial association with the object or idea they formerly referred to. How many people have even an idea of what…
(2026-04-03). JBLM DES Protection Division – A Threat to Our Community. indybay.org The JBLM DES Protection Division has been the subject of multiple allegations that it violated civil rights, particularly through surveillance and intelligence-gathering activities targeting non-military-affiliated civilians involved in political protests, and other 1st Amendment protected activities.
(2026-04-03). Trump Wages War on Working Families to Fund $500 Billion Pentagon Boost. commondreams.org Today, President Trump released his administration's
(2026-04-03). Masonic plot to kill Mossad agent in France? Athanor Affair emerges amid deepening crisis in Franco-Israeli relations. infobrics.org The Athanor scandal (centered on a failed hit supposedly disguised as an operation to eliminate a Mossad agent) exposes a shadowy network of ex-operatives, crime, and clandestine Masonic ties in France. Its emergence coincides with Israel cutting defense links with Paris amid growing Israel fatigue in the West.
(2026-04-03). Iran Shoots Down F-15 Fighter Jet After Trump Bragged They Had No Capability. theintercept.com 
Iran shot down a U.S. Air Force F-15 fighter jet, U.S. officials said on Friday. | The officials told The Intercept that the military hastily mounted a search-and-rescue operation to reach the survivors before Iranian forces did. | The downing of the U.S. plane undermined an assertion of strength President Donald Trump made in a nationally televised "They have no anti-aircraft equipment. Their radar is 100 percent annihilated," Trump said Wednesday. "We are unstoppable as a military force." | A month ago, Defense Secretary P…
(2026-04-03). Cuban government announces decision to pardon more than 2,000 prisoners. radiohc.cu As part of the process of granting prison benefits established by law and in accordance with Article 90, Section II of the Constitution of the Republic, it was decided to release 2,010 prisoners through a pardon approved by the Cuban Government. | This humanitarian and sovereign gesture stemmed from a careful analysis of the nature of the crimes committed by the prisoners, their good conduct in prison, the fact that they had served a significant portion of their sentence, and their state of health. | This is why the list of those released includes young people, women, adults over 60, those whose early release dat…
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: Free Palestine. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-03). Saturday 4/4: Billionaire Takedown at Tesla! indybay.org Tesla showroom at Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto | Enter via Plum Lane and drive straight to the end | Tesla is on your left next to Sephora…
(2026-04-03). China detains Panama-flagged vessels in retaliation for canal port contract cancellation. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- China has escalated maritime pressure by detaining and intensifying inspections of Panama-flagged vessels in its ports, in what is widely seen as retaliation after Panama canceled a key canal port concession linked to a Hong Kong—based firm.The dispute centers on the Balboa and Cristóbal terminals at opposite ends of the Panama Canal, a vital artery handling roughly 5 percent of global maritime trade. In January 2026, Panama's Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional a long-standing concession held by Panama Ports Company, a subsidiary of Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings. The ruling cited…
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano indultará a más de 2 mil sancionados. radiohc.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba. | Este gesto humanitario y soberano partió de un análisis cuidadoso de las características de los hechos cometidos por los sancionados, la buena conducta mantenida en prisión, haber extinguido una parte importante de su sanción y estado de salud. | Es por ello que en el total de excarcelados aparecen jóvenes, mujeres, adultos mayor…
(2026-04-03). Rusia prepara envío de un segundo buque con petróleo para Cuba. radiohc.cu El ministro de Energía de Rusia, Serguéi Tsiviliov informó este jueves que su país tiene previsto enviar un segundo buque con petróleo a Cuba en medio de la crisis energética que atraviesa la nación caribeña. | Al margen del foro Energoprom-2026, que se desarrolla en la ciudad de Kazán, el titular expresó: Cuba está totalmente bloqueada, la aislaron; øDe dónde provino el suministro de petróleo? Un buque de Rusia rompió el bloqueo; un segundo buque se está cargando en este momento. No dejaremos a los cubanos en apuros". | Con anterioridad, llegó a la mayor isla de las Antillas el petrolero ruso 'Anatoly Kolo…
(2026-04-03). Cuba y Rusia abogan por ampliar y fortalecer sus vínculos económico-comerciales. radiohc.cu 
La XXIII sesión de la Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana para la colaboración económico-comercial y científico-técnica culminó este jueves en la ciudad de San Petersburgo, copresidida por Dmitry Chernyshenko, vicepresidente de Rusia, y Oscar Pérez-Oliva, vice primer ministro de Cuba. | El jefe del Gobierno cubano, Manuel Marrero Cruz destacó en la red social X que el encuentro se desarrolló con éxito, con un diálogo fructífero y positivo por ambas delegaciones, que coincidieron en la necesidad de ampliar y fortalecer los vínculos económico-comerciales. | El primer ministro subrayó el agradecimiento que expre…
(2026-04-03). Cuba y àÅfrica Austral reafirman lazos históricos. radiohc.cu 
El viceministro primero de Relaciones Exteriores de la República de Cuba, Gerardo Peñalver sostuvo un encuentro con jefes de Misiones diplomáticas de Angola, Namibia, Sudáfrica, Tanzania, Mozambique y Zimbabwe acreditadas en el país, en el marco de la conmemoración por el Día de la Liberación de àÅfrica Austral (23 de marzo). | Durante el intercambio, se evocó el significado histórico de la Batalla de Cuito Cuanavale, cuya gesta victoriosa cumple 38 años y es reconocida como un hito en las luchas por la independencia y contra el apartheid en el sur del continente africano. | En esa epopeya, combatientes int…
(2026-04-03). Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas: Con la misma firmeza de hace 64 años. cubadebate.cu El largo tren retumbaba con la música, cantos y alegría de medio millar de jóvenes rebeldes que se incorporaban acompañados de fiestas en cada municipio a lo largo del viaje hasta La Habana, en el que nadie sintió las horas imbuidos en el orgullo de ser parte del Primer Congreso de su organización. Era el 29 de marzo de 1962.
(2026-04-03). Aduana frustra nuevo intento de extraer tabacos ilícitamente. cubadebate.cu En su cuenta en la red social X, el Vicejefe Primero de la Aduana General de la República Wiliam Pérez González informó la detección y decomiso en el Aeropuerto Internacional "José Martí" de 1948 tabacos qué intentaban extraer en 4 equipajes de cuatro pasajeros con destino a los EEUU en el Aeropuerto de La Habana.
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano indultará a más de 2 mil sancionados. radiohc.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba. | Este gesto humanitario y soberano partió de un análisis cuidadoso de las características de los hechos cometidos por los sancionados, la buena conducta mantenida en prisión, haber extinguido una parte importante de su sanción y estado de salud. | Es por ello que en el total de excarcelados aparecen jóvenes, mujeres, adultos mayor…
(2026-04-03). Cuba irá a Santo Domingo 2026 con casi 300 plazas. radiohc.cu José Antonio Miranda, director general de alto rendimiento del Instituto Nacional de Deportes, informó este jueves que Cuba tiene 297 plazas para los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Miranda declaró al semanario Jit que la mayor isla de las Antillas logró esos boletos en los certámenes clasificatorios y la cifra ya quedó conciliada con el comité organizador, paso imprescindible para considerarla oficial. | De los cupos conquistados, 172 corresponden al sector masculino y 125 al femenino, y los eventos dotados de billetes directos, asumidos con serias limitaciones económicas del país,…
(2026-04-03). Cienfuegos multiplica las actividades culturales, pese al bloqueo energético del Gobierno estadounidense. radiohc.cu 
Se crece la familia de la Cultura en Cienfuegos que le ofreció a la población casi 800 actividades de calidad en un mes, multiplicando la cifra comparado con períodos normales, a pesar de la contingencia energética que vive Cuba, por el asedio del Gobierno estadounidense a la entrada de combustible. Bárbara María Gonzales, Directora de Cultura en este municipio cabecera de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos, vanagloriada por el resultado refiere que iniciaron talleres de programación, integrados al objetivo de llevar espectáculos a Consejos Populares, sus comunidades y barrios. | Las actividades aumentarán durante…
(2026-04-03). Rusia prepara envío de un segundo buque con petróleo para Cuba. radiohc.cu El ministro de Energía de Rusia, Serguéi Tsiviliov informó este jueves que su país tiene previsto enviar un segundo buque con petróleo a Cuba en medio de la crisis energética que atraviesa la nación caribeña. | Al margen del foro Energoprom-2026, que se desarrolla en la ciudad de Kazán, el titular expresó: Cuba está totalmente bloqueada, la aislaron; øDe dónde provino el suministro de petróleo? Un buque de Rusia rompió el bloqueo; un segundo buque se está cargando en este momento. No dejaremos a los cubanos en apuros". | Con anterioridad, llegó a la mayor isla de las Antillas el petrolero ruso 'Anatoly Kolo…
(2026-04-03). Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas: Con la misma firmeza de hace 64 años. cubadebate.cu El largo tren retumbaba con la música, cantos y alegría de medio millar de jóvenes rebeldes que se incorporaban acompañados de fiestas en cada municipio a lo largo del viaje hasta La Habana, en el que nadie sintió las horas imbuidos en el orgullo de ser parte del Primer Congreso de su organización. Era el 29 de marzo de 1962.
(2026-04-03). Cuba irá a Santo Domingo 2026 con casi 300 plazas. radiohc.cu José Antonio Miranda, director general de alto rendimiento del Instituto Nacional de Deportes, informó este jueves que Cuba tiene 297 plazas para los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Miranda declaró al semanario Jit que la mayor isla de las Antillas logró esos boletos en los certámenes clasificatorios y la cifra ya quedó conciliada con el comité organizador, paso imprescindible para considerarla oficial. | De los cupos conquistados, 172 corresponden al sector masculino y 125 al femenino, y los eventos dotados de billetes directos, asumidos con serias limitaciones económicas del país,…
(2026-04-03). Jusvinza demuestra ser un medicamento seguro y altamente eficaz para el tratamiento de pacientes convalecientes de Chikungunya. cubadebate.cu Los resultados finales de los estudios clínicos Fase 2 para el tratamiento con Jusvinza de pacientes convalecientes de Chikungunya en etapa posaguda y en etapa crónica de la enfermedad, cumplieron la hipótesis planteada por los investigadores: "resolvieron la sintomatología dolorosa e inflamatoria de las articulaciones secundarias, producidas por este virus".
(2026-04-03). Gobierno cubano anuncia decisión de indultar a más de 2 mil sancionados. cubadebate.cu Como parte del proceso de otorgamiento de beneficios penitenciarios establecidos en ley y en correspondencia con el artículo 90, inciso II de la Constitución de la República, se decidió poner en libertad a dos mil 10 sancionados, a través de un indulto aprobado por el Gobierno de Cuba.
(2026-04-03). Raúl Castro Ruz felicitó a combatientes del Ejército Central. radiohc.cu 
El general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz envió una carta de felicitación a los combatientes del Ejército Central, leída a su nombre este jueves en la gala por el aniversario 65 de la fundación de ese cuerpo armado, celebrada en la occidental provincia cubana de Matanzas.Hoy, cuando la Patria está nuevamente amenazada, les ratifico mi confianza en que sabrán enfrentar cualquier agresión, convencidos en la victoria ª, reza la misiva. | Igualmente, destacó la fundación de esa institución por el Comandante de la Revolución Juan Almeida Bosque, el 4 de abril de 1961, al tiempo que reconoció el aporte de la misma a…
(2026-04-03). Cuatro municipios de la capital inciarán pagos a jubilados en centros comerciales. cubadebate.cu Ante la aglomeración de personas en las sucursales bancarias en demanda principalmente de efectivo, a partir del presente mes de abril, en cuatro municipios de la capital, se ensayará el pago a jubilados y pensionados en centros comerciales, para de esa forma también acercarles el servicio a su área de residencia.
(2026-04-03). NASA comparte asombrosas imágenes de la Tierra captadas desde la misión Artemis II. cubadebate.cu La NASA divulgó en sus redes sociales una serie de imágenes de alta resolución de la Tierra tomadas desde miles de kilómetros de distancia, durante la misión Artemis II, que actualmente se dirige hacia la Luna.
(2026-04-03). El Banco responde: øPor qué introducir billetes de mayor denominación? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu øCuáles son las razones o causas de la nueva emisión de billetes de 2000 y de 5000 pesos? øCómo está sucediendo la entrada en circulación en el país? A estos y otros temas se refirió —este viernes— el director de Emisión y Valores del Banco Central de Cuba, Julio Antonio Pérez àÅlvarez en la revista informativa Buenos días.
(2026-04-03). México destina fondos para fomentar autosuficiencia alimentaria y creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID) oficializó recursos destinados a la Segunda Fase del proyecto 'Sembrando Vida' en la República de Cuba. Esta iniciativa forma parte de los acuerdos de colaboración entre el Gobierno de México y naciones caribeñas. El objetivo central es fomentar la autosuficiencia alimentaria y la creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de la isla,…
(2026-04-03). Irán ataca otro gigante tecnológico de EE.UU. radiohc.cu La Armada del Cuerpo de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica de Irán afirmó este jueves haber atacado los centros de datos de dos empresas estadounidenses. | Las acciones se llevaron a cabo contra las instalaciones de Oracle, en Dubái, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos, y Amazon, en Baréin. | El órgano militar aseveró el martes que comenzará a realizar ataques de represalia contra importantes empresas de EE.UU. a partir del 1 de abril, en respuesta a su agresión militar, y publicó una lista de sus próximos blancos. | La Guardia Revolucionaria iraní acusó a compañías de inteligencia artificial y de la tecnología de la i…
(2026-04-03). Cuatro municipios de la capital inciarán pagos a jubilados en centros comerciales. cubadebate.cu Ante la aglomeración de personas en las sucursales bancarias en demanda principalmente de efectivo, a partir del presente mes de abril, en cuatro municipios de la capital, se ensayará el pago a jubilados y pensionados en centros comerciales, para de esa forma también acercarles el servicio a su área de residencia.
(2026-04-03). El Banco responde: øPor qué introducir billetes de mayor denominación? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu øCuáles son las razones o causas de la nueva emisión de billetes de 2000 y de 5000 pesos? øCómo está sucediendo la entrada en circulación en el país? A estos y otros temas se refirió —este viernes— el director de Emisión y Valores del Banco Central de Cuba, Julio Antonio Pérez àÅlvarez en la revista informativa Buenos días.
(2026-04-03). Docentes universitarios de Irán emiten declaración de apoyo a la resistencia y cohesión nacional. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de profesores universitarios de Irán emitió una declaración pública para expresar su respaldo a la resistencia y la unidad nacional, al tiempo que manifestó su apoyo a las medidas de las Fuerzas Armadas iraníes frente a los ataques contra centros de investigación y científicos, atribuidos al régimen sionista y a Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). Pentagon Downplays NATO's Collective Defense Clause. Towards the End of NATO? globalresearch.ca NATO appears to enter a deep crisis, with its internal stability threatened by the divergent interests of its member countries. | In a recent statement, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth downplayed NATO's collective defense clause, refusing to establish a US …
(2026-04-03). El deber de contarla, "Nebon Babau: Fidel creyó en los pueblos africanos" (+ Video). cubadebate.cu De Burkina Faso a la Isla de la Juventud, de la Isla a Santiago de Cuba y de Cuba al internacionalismo de los pueblos en lucha. En este capítulo de "El deber de contarla", vamos tras la pista de la memoria histórica que resulta de la solidaridad cubana. Nebon Babau, uno de los miles de africanos que tuvieron la oportunidad de formarse en nuestro país.
(2026-04-03). Estados Unidos: Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del Jefe de Estado Mayor del Ejército. cubadebate.cu El Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del general Randy George como jefe del Estado Mayor del Ejército estadounidense, en medio de la prolongación de la agresión norteamericana e israelí contra Irán. George pasa a retiro como el jefe de estado mayor número 41 del componente del Ejército de las fuerzas armadas de Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). México destina fondos para fomentar autosuficiencia alimentaria y creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID) oficializó recursos destinados a la Segunda Fase del proyecto 'Sembrando Vida' en la República de Cuba. Esta iniciativa forma parte de los acuerdos de colaboración entre el Gobierno de México y naciones caribeñas. El objetivo central es fomentar la autosuficiencia alimentaria y la creación de empleos en las zonas rurales de la isla,…
(2026-04-03). Canciller de México Juan Ramón de la Fuente renuncia a su cargo por problemas de salud. cubadebate.cu El canciller de México, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, renunció este miércoles a su cargo por motivos de salud, informó el Gobierno federal. La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum dijo en un mensaje en redes sociales que la decisión responde a "razones de salud" y señaló que, una vez concluya su rehabilitación, el funcionario "se reincorporará" al Gobierno "en otra tarea".
(2026-04-03). NASA comparte asombrosas imágenes de la Tierra captadas desde la misión Artemis II. cubadebate.cu La NASA divulgó en sus redes sociales una serie de imágenes de alta resolución de la Tierra tomadas desde miles de kilómetros de distancia, durante la misión Artemis II, que actualmente se dirige hacia la Luna.
(2026-04-03). Docentes universitarios de Irán emiten declaración de apoyo a la resistencia y cohesión nacional. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de profesores universitarios de Irán emitió una declaración pública para expresar su respaldo a la resistencia y la unidad nacional, al tiempo que manifestó su apoyo a las medidas de las Fuerzas Armadas iraníes frente a los ataques contra centros de investigación y científicos, atribuidos al régimen sionista y a Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). Irán ataca otro gigante tecnológico de EE.UU. radiohc.cu La Armada del Cuerpo de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica de Irán afirmó este jueves haber atacado los centros de datos de dos empresas estadounidenses. | Las acciones se llevaron a cabo contra las instalaciones de Oracle, en Dubái, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos, y Amazon, en Baréin. | El órgano militar aseveró el martes que comenzará a realizar ataques de represalia contra importantes empresas de EE.UU. a partir del 1 de abril, en respuesta a su agresión militar, y publicó una lista de sus próximos blancos. | La Guardia Revolucionaria iraní acusó a compañías de inteligencia artificial y de la tecnología de la i…
(2026-04-03). Estados Unidos: Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del Jefe de Estado Mayor del Ejército. cubadebate.cu El Pentágono confirmó la renuncia del general Randy George como jefe del Estado Mayor del Ejército estadounidense, en medio de la prolongación de la agresión norteamericana e israelí contra Irán. George pasa a retiro como el jefe de estado mayor número 41 del componente del Ejército de las fuerzas armadas de Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-03). Lo siento, no acepto transferencias. cubadebate.cu De la mano de esta caricatura, comentamos una realidad cada día más cotidiana y dolorosa. A pesar de que el país se empeña en avanzar en los pagos digitales, varios actores económicos se rehúsan hacer uso de estos medios de pago o simplemente cobran un 10% de "impuesto.
(2026-04-03). Canciller de México Juan Ramón de la Fuente renuncia a su cargo por problemas de salud. cubadebate.cu El canciller de México, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, renunció este miércoles a su cargo por motivos de salud, informó el Gobierno federal. La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum dijo en un mensaje en redes sociales que la decisión responde a "razones de salud" y señaló que, una vez concluya su rehabilitación, el funcionario "se reincorporará" al Gobierno "en otra tarea".
(2026-04-03). Takaichi a Washington, il prezzo della subordinazione. strategic-culture.su La visita di Sanae Takaichi negli Stati Uniti ha mostrato in modo brutale la subalternità strategica del Giappone a Washington: investimenti miliardari, deferenza politica, riarmo accelerato e rinuncia all'autonomia diplomatica in cambio di una protezione sempre più onerosa e umiliante. | Segue nostro La visita di Sanae Takaichi a Washington lo scorso 19 marzo, lungi dal rappresentare un successo diplomatico per il Giappone, ha messo in…
(2026-04-03). Argentina's Glaciers are Under Threat. nacla.org 
On a brisk Sunday in El Chaltén, the Patagonian town perched in the shadow of Los Glaciares National Park, environmental activists are talking about water to whoever will listen. | A band plays under a banner that reads "hands off the Glaciers Law" while children play games and their parents share mate. Snow-capped peaks, still and ancient on the horizon, tower in the background. Local environmentalists educate passersby on decisions currently being discussed in the government buildings of Buenos Aires—over a thousand miles away—that threaten the region's precious glaciers. | The El Chaltén Wate…
(2026-04-03). Il ruolo geopolitico dei Paesi sunniti nel Golfo Persico e nello spazio mediorientale allargato. strategic-culture.su Dimenticatevi il Golfo come lo avete conosciuto fino ad oggi | Segue nostro Sistema in fase di regolazione | Nel sistema internazionale contemporaneo, i Paesi a maggioranza sunnita che gravitano attorno al Golfo Persico e alla regione mediorientale allargata rappresentano un perno essenziale degli equilibri geopolitici globali. Tali attori non solo controllano una quota significativa delle risorse energetiche mondiali, ma occupano anche…
(2026-04-03). Myanmar's coup leader elected president by pro-military parliament. aljazeera.com Min Aung Hlaing wins 429 out of the 584 votes cast by MPs to become the ‚Å country's president.
(2026-04-03). Hegseth fires US Army chief of staff in reported string of dismissals. aljazeera.com Retirement of Randy George is latest high-profile dismissal since the US defence secretary took office last January.
(2026-04-03). Donald Trump fires loyalist Attorney General Pam Bondi. aljazeera.com President Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, a loyalist and tenacious Trump defender.
(2026-04-03). How Israel is destroying healthcare infrastructure in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel's attacks on hospitals, medical centres and healthcare workers are fuelling displacement and a health crisis.
(2026-04-03). US bombing targets bridges and Pasteur Institute 'symbols of Iran's scientific strength', says spokeswoman. asiapacificreport.nz 
Al Mayadeen English An Iranian government spokesperson, Fatemeh Mohajerani, has declared that the attacked "bridges and the Pasteur Institute are symbols of Iran's scientific strength" in response to the latest US onslaught. She added that they were "the product of a civilisation that spans thousands of years" and that "its depth is hard to grasp…
(2026-04-03). President Trump, don't listen to your sycophants on Iran, this isn't reality TV. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Robert Reich Mr Trump, may I have a word? Bad enough for you to insist — in the face of all evidence to the contrary — that you "won" the 2020 election. But it's another thing for you to pretend — in the face of mounting deaths and injuries, ballooning expenses, and rising…
(2026-04-03). How U.S. Sanctions Are Causing Hunger in Cuba. worldbeyondwar.org 
Lift the blockade. Allow Cuba to import fuel without threats of sanctioning the countries that provide it. Stop punishing farmers for trying to grow food—and the Cuban people simply trying to feed their families. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-04-03). Iran assures safe passage for Philippine ships through Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn Iran has assured the Philippines that Philippine-flagged vessels and Filipino seafarers will be allowed safe and unimpeded passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Thursday.
(2026-04-03). 8 killed, 95 wounded in U.S.-Israeli attacks on bridge in N. Iran. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 2 ⚪ At least eight civilians were killed and 95 others wounded in U.S.and Israeli attacks on a bridge in Irans northern Alborz province on Thursday, the official news agency IRNA reported.
(2026-04-03). EconoScope | Middle East conflict drives up costs, dents demand at U.S. fast food chains. ecns.cn More than a month after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, the economic fallout is reaching American fast-food chains, where rising energy and commodity costs are squeezing margins and weakening consumer demand.
(2026-04-03). China urges ceasing military operations following U.S. threat to hit Iran 'extremely hard'. ecns.cn China urges ceasing military operations following U.S.threat to hit Iran"extremely hard".And attacks on schools constitute an even more serious violation of international humanitarian law, urging an end to military actions to avert worse humanitarian catastrophes.
(2026-04-03). China, Malaysia ink 26 deals worth 72 mln USD. ecns.cn A total of 26 cooperation projects worth 495 million yuan (about 72 million U.S. dollars) were signed during the Sixth Belt and Road China-Malaysia Business Dialogue, which opened on Thursday in Yinchuan, capital of northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.
(2026-04-03). China to intensify tax enforcement targeting influencers, celebrities. ecns.cn China will launch a joint crackdown on tax-related crimes this year, targeting high-income groups such as celebrities and online influencers, as well as sectors including medical aesthetics and jewelry, tax authorities said Wednesday.
(2026-04-03). Film carries long-lasting fascination of wuxia to UK. ecns.cn On a lively Tuesday night in Leicester Square, one moviegoer stood out from the crowd. Dressed in flowing dark robes, he evoked the wandering swordsmen of Chinese wuxia tales, an image that set the tone for the British premiere of Blades of the Guardians.
(2026-04-03). Fuzhou residents visit cemeteries to honor ancestors. ecns.cn As the Qingming Festival approaches, residents visit cemeteries in Fuzhou, honoring their ancestors with flowers.
(2026-04-03). Chinese, Swiss envoys hold phone talks on Middle East tensions. ecns.cn Zhai Jun, special envoy of the Chinese government on the Middle East issue, on Tuesday held a phone conversation with Wolfgang Amadeus Brulhart, Swiss special envoy to the Middle East.
(2026-04-03). China-Vietnam invested hydropower plant illuminates northern Vietnam through powering partnerships. ecns.cn Workers work at the Seo Chong Ho hydropower plant in northern Vietnams Lao Cai province, March 19, 2026.."Travel is much more convenient now, because if your field is near the road, you can ride a motorbike there, and it is much easier to bring rice back home, "Chang said.
(2026-04-03). China estimates 1,778 critically endangered pangolins in Guangdong. ecns.cn China has estimated the wild population of Chinese pangolins in Guangdong Province at about 1,778, marking the first comprehensive survey of the species in the region, authorities said.
(2026-04-03). 'China spa' trend draws global tourists seeking deeper cultural experiences. ecns.cn As "China travel" gains momentum, international visitors are looking beyond sightseeing for more immersive, everyday cultural experiences, with 24-hour spas emerging as a viral trend on social media.
(2026-04-03). Through 'Jasmine Flower,' Yale voices meet Chinese youth in harmony. ecns.cn Using music as a bridge spanning continents, they struck a shared chord among Chinese and American youth with a performance of "Jasmine Flower."
(2026-04-03). Bioproduction drives push for greener growth. ecns.cn In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable solutions to drive development, an innovative production paradigm is quietly revolutionizing industries. Industrial exhaust is being converted into fish feed, used cooking oil into jet fuel, and crop straw into biodegradable film.
(2026-04-03). Sandstorm hits Beijing, with over 60% traced to southern Mongolia. ecns.cn A sandstorm swept Beijing on Friday as dust was carried in from upstream regions, with southern Mongolia a major source of airborne particles affecting the capital, according to media reports.
(2026-04-03). Trump imposes 100% tariff on certain pharmaceuticals imports. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday imposed a 100 percent ad valorem tariff on imports of certain patented pharmaceuticals and associated pharmaceutical ingredients.
(2026-04-03). Hospital in Jiangxi lays off all 315 staff, task force set up. ecns.cn A hospital in Leping, Jiangxi Province, has laid off all 315 employees, local authorities said, adding that a task force has been established to handle the aftermath.
(2026-04-03). Championship-winning 820RR of ZXMOTOR surges in sales. ecns.cn Passengers pass through a metro station hosting activities themed "Honoring Heroes," supported by the North China Military Region Martyrs' Cemetery, in Shijiazhuang, north China's Hebei Province, April 2, 2026.
(2026-04-03). China tightens power bank safety rules, sets 2027 deadline. ecns.cn China has issued a new mandatory national standard for power bank safety, set to take effect on April 1, 2027, introducing stricter requirements to reduce risks such as overheating, overcharging and internal short circuits, according to media reports.
(2026-04-03). Iran has strong bargaining chips, but nobody to play against. haaretz.com It's not clear what else the United States and Iran have to negotiate over, given Trump's declaration that that most of the war's goals have been achieved – and given Europe does not have the tools to give Tehran what it wants in exchange for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz…
(2026-04-03). Economy or victory: No matter which path he chooses, Trump will pay a heavy price for the Iran war. haaretz.com Caving in to Tehran will lower oil prices and provide a tailwind for the ayatollah regime, but continuing the war could make the U.S. President's position even worse ‚ñ While one can find some encouragement in the IDF's achievements regarding Iran, the same cannot be said for Lebanon ‚ñ As for the Air Force, this campaign is providing many successes…
(2026-04-03). Leviathan gas platform reopens after five weeks of war with Iran and Hezbollah. haaretz.com The Defense Ministry ordered the fields' shutdown to reduce the risks of damage should they be struck while operating, with gas flowing at high pressure. Such damage could take years to repair. Damage to a dormant platform would be much more limited…
(2026-04-03). Why Israelis are losing faith in the Iran war. haaretz.com It didn't take long for the support of the Israeli public in the Iran war to begin fading. And although Israelis refuse to award Netanyahu a wartime boost in the polls, the Iran war could still dramatically sway the next elections…
(2026-04-03). top court president tells police to allow anti-Iran war demonstrations. haaretz.com Police dispersed an anti-war protest near one of Israel's largest shelters, citing public safety concerns. Responding to a High Court petition against the crackdown, police said the right to protest 'is not absolute' and must be balanced with the 'right to public order'…
(2026-04-03). Israeli man who worked for police, prison service charged with wartime spying. haaretz.com According to the charges the suspect was asked to provide information on missile strike sites, the number of wounded in hospitals, the number of fatalities and public sentiment in Israel. In a separate case, two men from were charged with filming the home of a senior reserve officer for Iranian agents…
(2026-04-03). In Israel, Rabin was a liability, Ben-Gvir is an asset. haaretz.com Anyone who finds it hard to believe that Netanyahu contributed to the radicalization of the Palestinians should look at Israeli society, where he did the same thing…
(2026-04-03). IDF suspends reservist who promoted his business using a blindfolded Palestinian. haaretz.com The soldier posted a story on Instagram showing the detained Palestinian holding a sign with the social media handle of his business, and the words 'Happy Holidays' in Hebrew. The IDF said it considered the incident 'very serious'…
(2026-04-03). Kids Should Not Be Fighters. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Children accompany criminal group members in a march in the Delmas neighborhood of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, May 10, 2024. | © 2024 Pedro Valtierra Anza/Reuters | The new campaign of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to recruit children as young as 12 for patrols and security checkpoints has been widely condemned. Military recruitment and use of children is a grave violation of children's rights and a war crime when children are under 15.The world has come a long way in just a few decades. Today, we have treaties prohibiting the conscription or use of child soldiers in armed c…
(2026-04-03). Deadly Attack in Nigeria Highlights Persistent Insecurity. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People gather as Nigerian policemen arrive at the scene the morning after gunmen killed multiple people in an overnight attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, Plateau State, Nigeria, March 30, 2026. | © 2026 Reuters…
(2026-04-03). Iran: Civilians are paying a heavy price amid escalating hostilities. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, Vincent Cassard…
(2026-04-03). 06:30 in Beirut. A little girl, a helium balloon, and a country facing displacement. icrc.org An account by Shawky Amine Eddine, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator, ICRC Lebanon…
(2026-04-03). Trump's Iran Fury Pushes NATO to the Brink. moderndiplomacy.eu The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is facing one of the most serious crises in its history. Established after World War Two, it has long been the foundation of European security, built on the principle of collective defense. But today, tensions are not just coming from external threats like Russia or the war in Ukraine. Instead, …
(2026-04-03). War or War Crime: The Debate Intensifies Over US Strikes on Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu The escalating conflict between the United States and Iran has entered a legally and morally fraught phase. What began as coordinated military action involving Israel has expanded into a broader regional confrontation, with strikes, counterstrikes, and rising civilian casualties. Now, more than 100 legal scholars from leading institutions such as Harvard University, Yale University, and …
(2026-04-03). Medvedev Warns Russia Against Tolerating Ukraine's EU Membership. moderndiplomacy.eu Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, signaled on Friday that Moscow should abandon its "tolerant attitude" toward Ukraine's potential accession to the European Union. Medvedev framed the EU not merely as an economic bloc but as a rapidly evolving "military-economic" alliance, which he suggested could become overtly hostile to Russian interests. By linking …
(2026-04-03). Loyalty Was Not Enough: Why Pam Bondi Still Fell. moderndiplomacy.eu Pam Bondi's rise and fall as attorney general reflects a deeper tension at the heart of American governance. When she was appointed, she seemed to offer the ideal balance: professional credentials, prosecutorial experience, and a proven record of loyalty. She had stood by Donald Trump during some of his most politically fraught moments and was …
(2026-04-03). Russia Escalates with Rolling Aerial Attacks. moderndiplomacy.eu Since Thursday evening, Russia has conducted a rolling aerial attack on Ukraine, combining overnight drone barrages with heavy daytime missile strikes, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. More than 400 long-range drones and ten ballistic missiles targeted key regions, primarily along the frontline. Ukrainian officials described the strikes as part of a broader effort to …
(2026-04-03). Networks of Power: How Weaponized Interdependence Hurts Developing States. moderndiplomacy.eu Rise of Networked Coercion in Global Politics: The United States in October 2023 expanded, restrictions on advanced Chinese semi-conductors' exports. This expanding controls not only extended to Chinese firms but other foreign countries, manufacturing chip-making equipment. This leverage let Washington exert its dominance in global tech supply chains, undermining China's access to high-end computing capacities, …
(2026-04-03). The General Who Became President Without Letting Go of Power. moderndiplomacy.eu Min Aung Hlaing, the Myanmar general who led the 2021 coup that overthrew Aung San Suu Kyi's government, has now been elected president in a parliamentary vote. While this gives the appearance of a civilian transition, analysts say it is a carefully engineered move to maintain military dominance while presenting a veneer of legitimacy. A …
(2026-04-03). Australia Draws a Digital Line. moderndiplomacy.eu Australia has stepped into uncharted territory by banning social media access for users under 16, placing itself at the center of a growing global debate on child safety in the digital age. The policy, introduced under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, reflects mounting concern over the psychological and social impact of platforms on young users. The …
(2026-04-03). Seoul and Paris Align as Middle East War Reshapes Global Power. moderndiplomacy.eu As the conflict involving Iran continues to disrupt global energy flows and security dynamics, countries far beyond the Middle East are recalibrating their strategic priorities. The meeting between Lee Jae Myung and Emmanuel Macron in Seoul reflects this shift. Their agreement to deepen defence cooperation and coordinate responses to economic and energy shocks highlights how …
(2026-04-03). What comes after survival? Sawsan Qaoud answers in Gaza Grad. newarab.com 
Delicately tackling the themes of exile and the uneasy privilege of survival, Palestinian filmmaker The film offers a quiet counterpoint to the avalanche of images emerging from Gaza [md…
(2026-04-03). French, Japanese ships cross Strait of Hormuz in first since war. newarab.com 
One French- and another Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of vessels to have crossed The passage, a vital maritime route for oil and liquified natural gas, But both ships made the crossing on Thursday, according to ship tracking company Marine Traffic's website. | The Maltese-f…
(2026-04-03). UN set to vote on a watered-down proposal to open Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote Friday on a proposal to secure the The final draft of Bahrain's resolution, obtained Thursday by The Associated Press, authorises the use of defensive — but not offensive — action to ensure vessels c…
(2026-04-03). Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran hit Lebanese universities. newarab.com 
Israel pounded Beirut with airstrikes on Friday that the military said had targeted militant "infrastructure" in Lebanon's capital, as the US warned that Iran may target universities in the country as Israel has invaded southern Lebanon and pledged to raze all Lebanese villages in the border area in a fight against It has al…
(2026-04-03). Iran vows 'crushing' attacks as strikes hit regional infrastructure. newarab.com 
Iran and its allies traded fire with Israel and the United States, as Washington-linked assets across the Middle East were targeted alongside energy and civilian infrastructure – with Strikes have increasingly targeted economic and industrial sites, raising fears of wider disruption to global energy supplies and deepening the conflict's impact beyond the battlefield. | Iran fired missiles at Tel Aviv overnight, triggering Israeli air defences and leaving four people lightly wounded, while…
(2026-04-03). WHO warns about attacks on Iran health facilities, threats. newarab.com 
The "Multiple attacks on health have been reported in the Iranian capital, Tehran, in recent days amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East," WHO chief He said the Pasteur Inst…
(2026-04-03). Pakistan says onus on Afghanistan to end hostilities. newarab.com 
Pakistan said Thursday that the burden of ending its cross-border conflict lay with Afghanistan, as the two sides held preliminary talks to try to end hostilities. | The neighbours and one-time allies have been locked in an escalating conflict over claims from Islamabad that Afghanistan is harbouring militants responsible for cross-border attacks, which the Taliban government denies. | Negotiations in Urumqi, in northwest China, were announced Wednesday by Pakistan, after Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar travelled to Beijing for talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. | Pakistan foreign ministry spokesman Tahir Hus…
(2026-04-03). China affirms Palestinian rights after death penalty law passes. newarab.com 
Under the new law, passed by Israel's parliament on Monday, Palestinians in the
(2026-04-03). ICE abducts prominent Muslim community leader Salah Sarsour. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). Iran says two US jets shot down, crews rescued. newarab.com 
Iran's military said Friday it had downed a second US jet in the Gulf, state TV reported, after an F-15 fighter had crashed in the country's southwest. | "An American A10 aircraft was hit by the air defence systems of the Army's Air Defence Force crashed into the Persian Gulf," broadcaster IRIB reported, citing the military. | The latest update comes after Iran earlier
(2026-04-03). FAO: World food price rise set to continue if Iran war lasts. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). Hamas wants Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). White House seeks $1.5tn defense budget as Iran war drives costs. newarab.com 
US President The proposal would lift
(2026-04-03). Ukraine says six killed in 'massive' Russian daytime attacks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). One US crew member rescued after Iran downs jet, reports say. newarab.com
(2026-04-03). Italian PM begins visit to Saudi Arabia on Gulf tour. newarab.com 
Italian Prime Minister Meloni began her unannounced trip in the
(2026-04-03). UNIFIL says 3 peacekeepers wounded in Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). Paris police ban French Muslim gathering, citing security risk. newarab.com 
The Paris police on Thursday banned an annual gathering of French Muslims north of the capital, citing a "major terrorist risk" that it might be targeted. | The Annual Gathering of the Muslims of France had been due to take place at Bourget, just north of Paris, from Friday until Monday. | The order banning it issued by the Paris police said there was a risk that "small far-right groups" might try to disrupt the event. | But the police order said the event was "taking place in a particularly tense international and national context". | The gathering was "exposed to a significant terrorist risk targeting the Mu…
(2026-04-03). Iran warns UNSC against 'provocative action' on Hormuz. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). Hamas presses for full Israeli withdrawal in Cairo visit. newarab.com 
A senior The delegation also raised concerns over the escalating Israeli violations as well as the deteriorating humanitarian situation. | The delegation was headed by Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya, who pushed for the advancement of the agreement. | The development comes as mediators seek to contain escalating tensions and the potential collapse of the truce, which came into e…
(2026-04-03). Iran's former top diplomat Zarif urges deal with US to end war. newarab.com 
(2026-04-03). Has Israel dropped its goal of disarming Hezbollah. newarab.com 
Israel is no longer treating the disarmament of The comments came as the Israeli army reiterated claims that it has killed around 1,000 Hezbollah fighters in Lebanon over the past month, including several senior commanders and members of the elite Radwan force. It also said it had attacked "more than 3,500 targets" across Leban…
(2026-04-03). 'Alarming' risk of long-term mass displacement in Lebanon: IOM. newarab.com 
International Organization for Migration chief Amy Pope told AFP on Thursday in Beirut that the prospects for prolonged mass displacement in Lebanon, where Israel and Hezbollah are at war, were "very alarming". | "I think those prospects are very alarming because you look right now at the level of destruction that's happening and… the further destruction that has been threatened," she said when asked about the possibility of prolonged mass displacement. | "There are
(2026-04-03). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-03). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-03). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-03). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-03). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-03). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-03). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-03). The American Hitler and the morality of the ruling class. wsws.org The unavoidable conclusion that must be drawn from the speech delivered on Wednesday night by Donald Trump is that the American president is a political criminal.
(2026-04-03). Trump fires Bondi as US Attorney General. wsws.org Bondi is the second top official fired in a month, following Department of Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem.
(2026-04-03). Australia: Labor government targets the elderly in public housing tower demolition. wsws.org The demolition of Melbourne's 44 public housing towers is aimed at clearing valuable inner-city real estate and handing it over to private developers.
(2026-04-03). Dismissal of Boston Symphony Orchestra conductor Andris Nelsons provokes uproar. wsws.org The capitalist crisis and the "donor class" are leading the BSO, the Metropolitan Opera, and other leading cultural institutions into the abyss.
(2026-04-03). Germany: Government commission on the future of health insurance funds declares war on the working class. wsws.org On Monday, the Health Finance Commission presented its proposals for the further development of the statutory health insurance. Its report amounts to an open declaration of war on the working class.
(2026-04-03). New Zealand government, media discourage vaccination amid COVID wave. wsws.org Health NZ officials have falsely claimed that most people no longer need COVID boosters, while the government and media are spreading disinformation depicting vaccines as harmful to young people.