(2026-04-03). Pro-Palestinian flotilla's new Gaza mission to start on April 12. newarab.com 
A flotilla of pro-Palestinian activists who attempted to reach Gaza last year said on Thursday they would launch a new mission to the devastated territory from Barcelona on April 12. | The Global Sumud Flotilla's first weeks-long Israel's interception of their boats and arrests of the activists as they approached Gaza, which suffered severe shortages of food, water, medicine and fuel,
(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). Wang Yi: Ceasefire a fundamental solution to secure navigation in Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn A ceasefire and an end to hostilities in the Middle East represent the strong appeal of the international community and constitute the fundamental solution to ensuring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(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). 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). UN chief urges end to Iran conflict, warns world on edge of wider war. ecns.cn The UN secretary-general on Thursday called on the US and Israel to stop attacking Iran and for Iran to stop attacking its neighbors.
(2026-04-03). UN chief renews call for US, Israel to stop war against Iran. ecns.cn United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday reiterated his call for the United States and Israel to stop the war against Iran, and for Iran to stop attacking its neighbors.
(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). 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). 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). The war against Iran and the normalisation of war crimes. wsws.org US President Donald Trump's threat to bomb Iran back to the Stone Age has met with no reaction in the European media, or at best a shrug of the shoulders.
(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). Crackdown on human trafficking tightened. ecns.cn The Supreme People's Court in a release on Thursday said the number of abductions and trafficking crimes involving children and women in China has shown a significant decline, with a nearly 78 percent drop in 2025 compared with the peak in 2012.
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Trump threatens to hit Iran 'extremely hard' over next 2 to 3 weeks. ecns.cn WASHINGTON, April 1 ⚪ While saying the United States is"nearing completion"of its core objectives in Iran, U.Up to 67 percent of Americans believe that Trump does not have a clear plan for handling the situation in Iran, according to the latest CNN poll.
(2026-04-03). China ranks second globally with 416 unicorn firms: report. ecns.cn According to the "China Unicorn Companies Development Report (2026)," these companies had a combined valuation of approximately $1.61 trillion, with an average valuation of about $3.87 billion per firm.
(2026-04-03). Judges say ICC prosecutor in sexual misconduct inquiry can potentially resume work, documents show. newarab.com 
The embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court can potentially resume his duties, a three-judge panel said, after rejecting a United Nations investigation of alleged sexual misconduct with a female aide, according to conclusions viewed by The Associated Press. | A final decision on the fate of British barrister Karim Khan is now up to the Assembly of States Parties, the body that oversees the ICC. The group moved Wednesday to extend the investigation as it grapples with an unprecedented process, unrest among ICC staff and external pressures. | Khan temporarily stepped down in May 2025 pendi…
(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). 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). Hamas wants Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks. newarab.com 
(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). NASA's Artemis II launches crew to the Moon for first time in 54 years. wsws.org The mission, despite the scientific and engineering achievements, is driven primarily by geopolitical conflict with China.
(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). "In 4 years I'll be making the exact same amount I was making 20 years ago" : Nexteer Automotive workers in Michigan denounce UAW sellout, Trump's war in Iran. wsws.org In these videos, Nexteer workers in Saginaw, Michigan describe why they voted nearly unanimously to reject a concessions-laden contract pushed by the UAW bureaucracy.
(2026-04-03). Science is not neutral: The rubella vaccine and the attack on public health. wsws.org Stanley Plotkin, the virologist whose RA 27/3 rubella vaccine has immunized hundreds of millions of children worldwide, has reacted to the ongoing dismantling of public health with undisguised despair. This report traces the science he built, the class forces that made it possible, and the way forward against the ultra-right assault on vaccines.
(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). 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). 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). Starbucks workers: Impoverished and oppressed fight back. workers.org 
The "Low Wage 20" is a list of 20 firms that currently employ 6.7 million people across the United States — Amazon, FexEd, Starbucks, Tyson Foods and Walmart make the list routinely — but their crimes against workers are growing more horrendous every day. Starbucks is apparently the worst offender, . . . |
(2026-04-03). University of Michigan Chinese researcher takes his own life after interrogation by federal agents. wsws.org The tragic suicide of a Chinese scientist at the University of Michigan exposes the deadly consequences of the bipartisan drive toward war against China.
(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). 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). 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). 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). Delegates from developing countries experience TCM therapy. ecns.cn Representatives from Barbados, Tanzania, Nigeria, Uganda and other countries visited Xi'an Hospital of Brain Diseases of TCM, where they observed and experienced TCM techniques such as cupping and acupuncture, gaining firsthand insight into traditional therapies.
(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). 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.
(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). "Four Corners" covers up Labor and union role in Australian university restructuring. wsws.org The television show amounted to a whitewash of the Labor government's agenda, accompanied by the destruction of some 4,000 jobs nationally over the past 18 months.
(2026-04-03). Trump says workers must pay for imperialist war with cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and daycare. wsws.org Trump's Easter lunch remarks expose the program of the ruling class: war, austerity and social devastation for the working class.
(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). Hero-themed metro station in N China attracts visitors. 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). Trump hails 'victories' in Iran; China's underwater tunnels: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Controlled escalation? Trump hails 'victories' in Iran but vows more strikes…
(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). Trump imposes 100 pct tariff on certain pharmaceuticals imports. ecns.cn Generic pharmaceutical products, biosimilars and related ingredients have been exempted from tariffs at this time, including nuclear medicines, plasma derived therapies, fertility treatments, and cell and gene therapies, the order said.
(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). 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). 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). 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). U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the Army's top general, reflecting his ongoing grievances with the Army, officials said. ecns.cn
(2026-04-03). Tripulación de Artemis II solucionó en vuelo fallo del ventilador del baño que impidió orinar durante seis horas. cubadebate.cu El regreso tripulado de Estados Unidos al entorno lunar no empezó con épica, sino con fontanería. Durante las primeras seis horas de misión, el inodoro de la cápsula Orion —el primero instalado en una nave tripulada de "espacio profundo"— quedó fuera de servicio para la orina por un problema en el ventilador del sistema.
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Detienen a presuntos implicados en triple homicidio en Villa Clara. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio del Interior en Villa Clara informó la detención de cinco ciudadanos presuntamente implicados en el asesinato de tres personas, residentes en Carretera a Sagua Km 1, entre Planta de Asfalto y callejón El Jardín, en Santa Clara. El Ministerio del Interior trabaja para consolidar las pruebas y determinar las circunstancias exactas de los hechos.
(2026-04-03). Cuba pardons 2,010 prisoners in 'humanitarian' gesture amid US pressure. scmp.com Cuba's government announced on Thursday that it was pardoning 2,010 prisoners as a "humanitarian" gesture during Holy Week, after pledging in March to release dozens amid heightened US pressure on Havana. | The major announcement comes days after US President Donald Trump eased a de facto oil blockade of Cuba by allowing a Russian tanker to deliver crude to the fuel-starved island.
(2026-04-02). Spy game intensifies in Iran war: Is a secret deal taking shape as CIA comes in touch with Russia. hindustantimes.com Backchannel talks between the Central Intelligence Agency and SVR have emerged amid the ongoing Iran war, raising questions about hidden diplomacy and global power dynamics. Sergei Naryshkin confirmed ongoing contacts, while speculation grows over potential Russian support to Tehran. As Donald Trump navigates a prolonged conflict, these developments highlight the complex web of intelligence, diplomacy, and strategic maneuvering shaping the crisis.
(2026-04-02). Christian Nationalists in US Government Push Attacks on Iran as Holy War. truthout.org How Christian clergy talk about Jesus this Easter Sunday will tell you a lot about their politics. While parishioners in the U.S. are likely to be greeted by the traditional refrain, "He is risen," at their April 5 Easter service, they're just as likely to be met with the phrase, "Christ is King." This rhetoric replaces the traditional understanding of Easter as a celebration of Jesus's sacrifice… |
(2026-04-02). Donald Trump's Iran war story: 32 days of shifting messages in 16 Speeches. hindustantimes.com In just 32 days, Donald Trump has told the story of the Iran war, one remark at a time. From announcing "major combat operations" to claiming Iran was weeks away from a nuclear weapon, from threatening endless bombing to suddenly talking peace – and now, promising to end the war "within two to three weeks." But what do these statements actually reveal? Is this a coherent strategy or a narrative shifting in real time? This bite belt tracks every key moment, mapping how the U.S. President's messaging evolved as the war unfolded. Watch closely, because the contradictions are hard to ignore. Before the national addre…
(2026-04-02). Selected Articles: Iran — A Failed Strategy and Economics of War. globalresearch.ca 
By Just a few hours ago, President Trump has announced he will shortly speak to the Nation about progress in Iran. What will he talk …
(2026-04-02). Headlines for April 2, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Threatens to Bomb Iran "Back to Stone Ages," Won't Give Timeline for Ending War, U.K. Hosts Talks with 35 Countries Seeking to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, Iran Continues Drone and Missile Attacks on Gulf Nations and Israel, U.S. Embassy Warns Citizens to Leave Iraq "Now," Citing Threat of Iran-Backed Militias, NYT: Israel Urges Christian and Druze Communities to Force Shiites Out of Southern Lebanon, Russia Claims Complete Control of Ukraine's Luhansk Region, House and Senate Republicans Announce Plan to End Partial Shutdown of DHS, SCOTUS Hears Oral Arguments on Birthright…
(2026-04-02). UK-led Hormuz talks demand reopening of Hormuz. al-monitor.com A UK-led meeting of some 40 countries on the strait of Hormuz crisis wrapped up Thursday with a demand for the "immediate and unconditional" reopening of the vital shipping route, but no immediate breakthrough."Iran is trying to hold the global economy hostage in the Strait of Hormuz. They must not prevail," British foreign minister Yvette Cooper said in a statement."To that effect, partners today called for the immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait and respect for the fundamental principles of freedom of navigation and the law of the sea," she added.
(2026-04-02). How Did the War Launched by the US and Israel Against Iran Resonate in Asia? uwidata.com By Oràßun Gà∂ktàºrk / President of the Sino-Turkish Studies Center The war launched against Iran following the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on February 28-carried out by Washington and Tel Aviv while negotiations with Tehran were still ongoing-has now exceeded its first month. The operations initiated under Trump's "regime change in Iran" strategy …
(2026-04-02). Crimes against peace: The Nuremburg Trials precedent and the illegal US-Israeli war against Iran. wsws.org In a powerful lecture at Friedrich-Alexander University in Nuremberg, David North demonstrated that the US-Israeli war against Iran constitutes a crime against peace under the legal standards established at the Nuremberg Trials.
(2026-04-02). Fascism has no place in the struggle for peace. cpusa.org 
The current political landscape in the United States has become increasingly convoluted and increasingly dangerous. In the wake of the U.S. government's latest war against Iran, Donald Trump is leading the MAGA movement into an ever-deepening alliance with neoconservatives, evangelical Zionists, and Israeli fascists — all united in their commitment to war and militarism. | This war is not simply the product of ideology or geopolitical rivalry. It is deeply rooted in the political economy of U.S. imperialism. Control over energy markets, strategic trade routes, and regional dominance remains central to U.
(2026-04-02). Peace Vigil attenders see US ground attack planes leaving RAF Lakenheath. thecanary.co 
Peace Vigil attenders at RAF Lakenheath have observed more than 20 planes taking off on the morning of 2 April. At least six were A10 ground attack aircraft, likely heading for West Asia, where Donald Trump is threatening a ground invasion of Iran. Witness Avril Simpson said: This carnage should not be happening, and our […] | By
(2026-04-02). Friday 4/3: Calling Party for Gaza! Tell the Red Cross: Take Action Now! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cpgredcross…
(2026-04-02). From Gaza to Minab, the Same Story: Children Paying the Price of War. counterpunch.org 
Those who had the misfortune of growing up in a war zone require no explanation. War is hell, it is true—but for children, it is something else entirely: a confusing, disorienting fate that defies comprehension. There are children who live only briefly, experiencing whatever life manages to offer them: the love of parents, the camaraderie of siblings, the fragile joys and inevitable hardships of existence.
(2026-04-02). Iran mocks 'American dream': Mojtaba aide hits back at Rubio remark, says plot to create 'new Gazas'. hindustantimes.com Iran is using Marco Rubio's own rhetoric to mock what it calls the real "American Dream," with parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf arguing that if Tehran had not spent heavily on weapons, the U.S. could have seized Iran's oil fields within 48 hours, armed Israel even more heavily, and created "many, many new Gazas." His post was a direct response to Rubio's claim that Iran would be a very different country if it had spent billions on its people instead of weapons.
(2026-04-02). Israel Plots razing Iran, but it has 330K STEM graduates per Year. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Apartheid government of indicted war criminal Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has turned to using Gaza genocide-style tactics against Iran — even while the genocide against Gaza continues and an ethnic cleansing campaign proceeds in Lebanon. Israel is now striking civilian objects in Iran in hopes of collapsing Iranian society. It is blowing up pharmaceutical factories making anti-cancer drugs and steel factories and university campuses that do not have a direct military tie. Because of heavy US and European sanctions, Iran had to develop its own drug manufa…
(2026-04-02). UN Security Council to focus on Middle East issues in April. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 1 ⚪ The UN Security Council will focus on the Middle East in April, taking up issues concerning Iran, Lebanon, Gaza and the West Bank, Jamal Fares Alrowaiei.
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/2: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-04-02). When White House was renamed as 'Epstein Island'. ummid.com In a major embarrassment for Donald Trump, the White House was recently renamed as 'Epstein Island' for some Google Pixel phone users in the United States.
(2026-04-02). U.S. lifts sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez. ecns.cn The U.S. on Wednesday lifted sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez, according to an Office of Foreign Assets Control entry on the Treasury Department website.
(2026-04-02). Who Is Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's Acting President After the Abduction of President Maduro? orinocotribune.com Due to the illegal abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US military forces, power passed to the executive vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, who is currently serving as acting president in President Maduro's absence. | Some facts about Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: | She was born on May 18, 1969, in Caracas, daughter of Jorge Antonio Rodríguez, leader of the Revolutionary Left Movement and founder of the Marxist party Socialist League. | She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Central University of Venezuela, was a leader of the student movement, and specialized in labor law in Paris, France…
(2026-04-02). Who Is Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's Acting President After the Abduction of President Maduro? orinocotribune.com Due to the illegal abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US military forces, power passed to the executive vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, who is currently serving as acting president in President Maduro's absence. | Some facts about Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: | She was born on May 18, 1969, in Caracas, daughter of Jorge Antonio Rodríguez, leader of the Revolutionary Left Movement and founder of the Marxist party Socialist League. | She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Central University of Venezuela, was a leader of the student movement, and specialized in labor law in Paris, France…
(2026-04-02). Zelenskiy offers maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz. al-monitor.com April 2 (Reuters) – President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday offered to provide Ukraine's expertise in dealing with freedom of navigation in the Black Sea to countries considering how to keep the Strait of Hormuz open amid conflict in the Middle East.Zelenskiy, speaking in his nightly video address, said Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha had taken part in a virtual meeting devoted to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, attended by about 40 countries."Ukraine has relevant expertise concerning sea waterways, concerning the defence and reopening of maritime traffic," he said.
(2026-04-02). Full speech: Trump reveals when US will end Iran war. hindustantimes.com On Day 33 of the war with Iran, US President Donald Trump addressed the nation, making a major revelation regarding the end of the conflict. Even as the war stretches beyond the one-month mark, Trump claimed that US and its ally Israel were achieving success in their military objectives. The US Commander-in-Chief paid homage to over a dozen soldiers who have died in the war so far. He also targeted US allies, asking them to take a more proactive role, especially in ending Iran's chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, which handles one-fifth of global oil flows, and whose blockade amid the war has led to a global ener…
(2026-04-02). China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany. al-monitor.com BEIJING, April 2 (Reuters) – China on Thursday repeated calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in conversations with Western counterparts, widening its diplomatic effort to end the war that has disrupted the global energy market.China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed the Middle East situation in separate phone calls with the European Union's top diplomat Kaja Kallas and Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, appealing for joint efforts to push for a prompt end to the war.
(2026-04-02). UK to Host International Talks on Reopening Strait of Hormuz. moderndiplomacy.eu Britain will host a virtual meeting on Thursday aimed at forming a coalition of countries to explore ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump that securing the strategic waterway was the responsibility of other nations. Meeting Details and Participants The session, chaired by British Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper, …
(2026-04-02). Trump Might Finally Force NATO to Radically Reform. globalresearch.ca Trump raged against NATO last week after it refused his request to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which was analyzed
(2026-04-02). As US Escalation Continues vs. Iran, US Escalates vs. China in the Asia-Pacific. thealtworld.com As US Escalation Continues vs. Iran, US Proxies Escalate vs. China in the Asia-Pacific | The US continues escalating despite daily "mixed signals" from the US administration aimed at dragging public opinion in favor of a much longer and costly war than could be sold upfront; | The US, as it escalates with Iran, continues waging proxy war with Russia in Ukraine as well as attacking Russia with long-range drones targeting energy production and exports, as well as pushing Asia-Pacific proxies in encroaching upon and provoking China; | The US seeks to undermine, contain, and collapse all geopolitical rivals, fallin…
(2026-04-02). Trump Says US Will Bomb Iran Into "Stone Ages," Invoking Vietnam Carpet Bombing. truthout.org President Donald Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth vowed to bomb Iran into the "Stone Ages" in concerning statements on Wednesday night harkening to Vietnam War-era atrocities, as the U.S. and Israel carry out strikes on life-supporting infrastructure in Iran. In his prime time remarks to the U.S. public on Wednesday night, Trump said that, over the next two to three weeks, the U.S. |
(2026-04-02). Lula says U.S. fabricated lie to wage 'unnecessary war' against Iran. ecns.cn People attend a funeral ceremony in Tehran, Iran, on April 1, 2026..The United States and Israel launched joint military strikes on Iran on Feb.28, disrupting global shipping, sending oil prices soaring and shaking the global economy.
(2026-04-02). The US War on Iran is Illegal. Here's Why That Matters. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. and Israeli war has, from its very beginning, violated both U.S. domestic and international law. The legal consequences go beyond specific violations. Washington and Tel Aviv's breaches of the UN Charter and other legal frameworks also undermine the very foundations of the rule of law. Even while international legal institutions too often lack sufficient capacity
(2026-04-02). Music and barbecues in Tehran despite Trump threats. al-monitor.com In a leafy Tehran park on Thursday, Iranians gathered for picnics on the final day of the Persian new year holidays, shrugging off US President Donald Trump's threats to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages".The country has been at war for more than a month and Trump ⚪ who launched the conflict alongside Israel on February 28 ⚪ has vowed to strike Iran hard for another "two or three weeks".Powerful blasts shook the Iranian capital on Thursday.
(2026-04-02). Iran's president to Americans: Look beyond war propaganda fog, reject "manufactured threat" uwidata.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has released an open letter to the American people, questioning whether Washington is truly putting "America First" or merely acting as a "proxy for Israel" willing to fight "to the last American soldier." In the Wednesday message, which traces the roots of US-Iran tensions back to the 1953 coup while condemning …
(2026-04-02). Has the US Already Lost the War on Iran? truthout.org President Donald Trump gave a primetime televised address Wednesday to discuss the war on Iran, his first since the United States and Israel launched attacks on February 28. Trump gave few clues about when or how the war could end, but he boasted about killing top Iranian leaders and degrading the country's military. He threatened to bomb Iran "back to the stone ages, where they belong."… |
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). Austria Becomes Latest EU Country to Deny US Military Use of Its Airspace. truthout.org Austria says it's banned the U.S. military from using its airspace, adding to a growing list of countries denying requests from the U.S. military amid its joint war on Iran with Israel as President Donald Trump lashes out at allies for refusing direct participation in the atrocities. The Austrian Defense Ministry cited its wartime neutrality policy for the decision. "There have indeed been… |
(2026-04-02). Hit List: Iran Threatens US and Israeli Corporations. globalresearch.ca 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 operations inside Iran." The companies are considered "
(2026-04-02). International Notes: CP's worldwide coordinate against imperialist war. cpusa.org 
Middle East and Mediterranean parties fight the Iran War | A teleconference of Communist and Workers' Parties from the Eastern Mediterranean, the Middle East, and the Persian Gulf was held March 12 at the initiative of the Communist Party of Greece (KKE). The meeting, which brought together representatives from eleven parties including the Communist Party of Israel (MAKI), the Tudeh Party of Iran, the Palestinian Communist Party, AKEL (Cyprus), the Jordanian Communist Party, and the Sudanese Communist Party, focused on coordinating action against the imperialist war launched by the U.S. and Israel against Iran…
(2026-04-02). Israel military under strain as Eyal Zamir warns of troop shortages | Hezbollah. hindustantimes.com Israel's military is facing mounting pressure as Eyal Zamir warns of a critical troop shortage amid an expanding multi-front conflict. The Israel Defense Forces is stretched across operations against Iran, Hezbollah, and regional threats, raising concerns over long-term combat readiness. As manpower gaps widen and calls grow to extend mandatory service, pressure is building on Benjamin Netanyahu while Iran signals it has large reserves ready for escalation.
(2026-04-02). Collapsing Empire: The Resistance Disarms Israel. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg Substack As the criminal Zionist-American war on Iran enters its second month, the conflict has proven so ruinous for the aggressors that dire alarm is being widely sounded. Embarrassing failure to subdue the Islamic Republic from the air has raised the prospect of a US ground operation of some kind, widely perceived as a suicide …
(2026-04-02). Racine, April 4, 2026: Stop U.S.-Israel War on Iran! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-02). Closing Air Spaces and Cracking Alliances: Trump's Growing Problem with Allies. globalresearch.ca With the Iran War groaning along, the Trump administration is getting increasingly indignant. Plumes of childish anger can be seen coming out of the White House and Pentagon. Having joined an illegal, joint enterprise with Israel in attacking Iran, allies …
(2026-04-02). Trapped in his own Image: Trump's Ego and the Iran War. juancole.com ( What remains supportive of the war is limited to two predictable camps: official government discourse and the president's most loyal supporters, along with entrenched pro-Israel constituencies. | Beyond these circles, the war is widely understood as reckless, unjustified, and strategically incoherent.
(2026-04-02). Irán no negociará con EEUU ni reabrirá el estrecho de Ormuz. radiohc.cu El vicepresidente del Parlamento iraní, Ali Nikzad afirmó este miércoles que su país no entablará negociaciones con Estados Unidos ni reabrirá el estrecho de Ormuz. | Durante una manifestación en la provincia de Markazi, Nikzad declaró que Teherán mantiene una postura firme frente a Washington tras los recientes ataques atribuidos a Estados Unidos e Israel, según reportó la agencia semioficial Fars. | En referencia a recientes declaraciones del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, el dirigente expresó: El estrecho de Ormuz jamás se abrirá, no ha habido ni habrá negociaciones". | Nikzad rechazó, además, version…
(2026-04-02). IRGC aerospace chief reappears, inspects missile bases as Iran projects unity. hindustantimes.com IRGC Aerospace Force Chief Majid Mousavi has resurfaced in fresh Iranian state footage, dismissing speculation of internal rifts within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as the war intensifies. Seen inspecting underground missile bases and troops, Mousavi's appearance comes amid reports questioning leadership and operational setbacks. Meanwhile, Iran continues sustained missile and drone strikes, projecting unity and defiance even as Donald Trump pushes for an end to the conflict.
(2026-04-02). Trump announces destruction of tallest bridge. al-monitor.com US President Donald Trump said 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.Due to reporting restrictions, AFP is not able to access the sites of strikes nor to independently verify tolls in Iran.
(2026-04-02). Oil SHOOTS PAST $110 After Trump Vows to Bomb Iran "Back to Stone Age" Ep. 193. thealtworld.com Live coverage of the war on Iran. Updates, analysis, and the latest developments as the conflict escalates across the region.
(2026-04-02). Iranian president calls on American public to challenge US war motives. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Ali Hashem in Tehran This is a war of narratives with the United States administration trying to push forward its narrative of "victory" while the Iranian administration or establishment is trying to push its narrative of being suppressed and under attack. The Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, has clearly said in an open letter to…
(2026-04-02). Global Helium Supply Disrupted by Iran War. moderndiplomacy.eu The ongoing conflict involving Iran has begun to affect not only energy markets but also the global supply of helium, a critical yet often overlooked resource. Qatar, which produces roughly one third of the world's helium, has been forced to halt production due to attacks on its gas infrastructure. At the same time, the closure …
(2026-04-02). 7.4-magnitude quake hits Indonesia: CENC. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 2 ⚪ A 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit the Maluku Strait in Indonesia at 6: 48 a.m.
(2026-04-02). Tsunami warning issued after magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes off Indonesia. geo.tv 
(2026-04-02). Deadly Militant Attack Claims 43 Lives in Eastern Congo. devdiscourse.com Forty-three individuals lost their lives in a tragic attack by militants linked to the Islamic State in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a statement by the Congolese army.
(2026-04-02). Make America America, Again. counterpunch.org 
Ronald Reagan used the "Shining City on a Hill" as a metaphor for the United States as a beacon for freedom and democracy in the world. Joe Biden often spoke of the soul of America being under threat, that our belief in fairness and unalienable rights had at times fallen short, but until now had never
(2026-04-02). CATL chairman Zeng donates $291 million to alma mater Shanghai Jiao Tong University. ecns.cn Robin Zeng Yuqun, chairman of Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), the world's largest battery maker, has donated shares worth more than 2 billion yuan ($291 million) to Shanghai Jiao Tong University, marking one of the largest gifts in the university's history, according to a company filing.
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). President appoints new SARS Commissioner. sanews.gov.za President appoints new SARS Commissioner | President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service for a period of five years with effect from 1 May 2026. | President Ramaphosa has made this appointment in terms of section 6 of the South African Revenue Service Act of 1997, following a unanimous recommendation by a selection panel convened by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana. | Dr Makhubu, who has held the position of Deputy Commissioner: Taxpayer Engagement and Operations since 2023, succeeds Commissioner Edward Kieswetter whose two-year contr…
(2026-04-02). Violent arrests follow police rampage at Sydney anti-genocide protest. wsws.org A police video shows eight heavily-armed police commandos storming a home at 5 a.m.
(2026-04-02). RBSE Rajasthan 12th Result 2026 Announced – Check Here. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Ajmer has announced the result of Class 12 exams held in 2026 on its official website rajresults.nic.in and other associate websites.
(2026-04-02). 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…
(2026-04-02). Karnataka CET 2026 Admit Card: When, Where and How to Download. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is releasing online Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of the candidates who have registered for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 (KCET 2026 or UGCET 2026) on its official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-02). Another Development Foundation and World BEYOND War. worldbeyondwar.org 
By Ingvar Rà∂nnbà§ck, In January 2025, Another Development Foundation (ADF), Sweden, became an affiliated partner of World BEYOND War (WBW). | Our first contact with WBW was established in early 2024, including meetings in New York in April 2024 and subsequent communication with Phill Gittins, Educational Director at WBW's London office. Phill was also invited to speak at one of our events on October 24. | Later that same year, in November, Ingvar Rà∂nnbà§ck, Founder of Another Developm…
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). US Economy: Tech Company Layoffs to Afford AI Data Centers. globalresearch.ca Oracle is building new data centers in Michigan and Texas with additional expansion projected. The result? | Over 30,000 global employees fired with additional cuts coming this month. The pink slip: "… the position you currently hold will become redundant." | AI …
(2026-04-02). When Shakespeare Took On Joe McCarthy. portside.org When Shakespeare Took On Joe McCarthy |
(2026-04-02). Looming Aviation Fuel Shortages. wattsupwiththat.com Little wonder, when oil refineries are punished with carbon taxes, electric car mandates and the Net Zero energy transition.
(2026-04-02). War in the hands of the algorithm. mronline.org 
When killing becomes a faster, more remote, and more efficient process, barbarity ceases to be an exception and functions as an industry.
(2026-04-02). Hong Kong forum highlights empowerment for women worldwide. ecns.cn HONG KONG, April 1 ⚪ The 4th Women Power Forum held in Hong Kong on Wednesday convened 380 representatives from 27 countries worldwide for dialogues on pushing womens progress.
(2026-04-02). Defence showcases capabilities at the 2026 Rand Show. sanews.gov.za Defence showcases capabilities at the 2026 Rand Show | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will be participating in the 2026 edition of the Rand Show, taking place from 2 to 6 April 2026, at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, in NASREC. | In a statement, the SANDF said it will once more utilise the Rand Show as an opportunity to educate and raise public awareness about the defence force, while bringing its work closer to the people. | It will also showcase and engage with citizens on a variety of careers, training opportunities and social responsibility initiatives, while putting a spotlight on the depa…
(2026-04-02). Japan's missile move stirs concern. ecns.cn China has expressed "grave concern" over Japan's deployment of long-range missiles capable of striking what Tokyo calls "enemy bases".
(2026-04-02). Tsunami warning issued after strong earthquake hits Indonesia. ecns.cn EMSC: M7.1 quake hits 125 km W of Ternate.
(2026-04-02). Attacks on Transgender Women are Part of a Larger MAGA Agenda. counterpunch.org 
Just days before, March 31, 2026, International Transgender Day of Visibility, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced a ban on transgender women participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The committee released a statement saying, "Eligibility for any female category event at the Olympic Games or any other IOC event, including individual and team sports, is
(2026-04-02). Solar was poised to help Puerto Ricans survive blackouts — until Trump axed nearly $1B in funding. grist.org 
María Pérez lost power for about three months after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico in September 2017. Her home in Salinas, on the island's southern coast, sits near a river. As the hurricane knocked out the island's grid and sent rainwaters surging down from the mountains, Perez's house flooded with a swirling mix of muddy water and animal feces, rising 3 feet high and warping the hallways. For the next three months, she went without power as she cleaned out the home and began the long process of rebuilding. | Five years later, when Pérez got word that Hurricane Fiona was expected to make landfall, she was…
(2026-04-02). Kiev and EU trying to 'repair' NATO by attacking Russia in hopes of provoking retaliation. infobrics.org Estonia and other Baltic states are now attacking Russia or allowing the use of their airspace for such strikes. Either way, it's effectively a declaration of war on Moscow. However, we still don't see a direct response from the Kremlin. This has led many to recklessly conclude that Russia is "weak". Such dangerous delusions are what led the Kiev regime to get into a suicidal confrontation with the Eurasian giant.
(2026-04-02). Japan's new textbooks reflect shift toward revanchism: Russian spokesperson. ecns.cn MOSCOW, April 2 ⚪ The new edition of Japanese school textbooks, set to be introduced in 2027, reflects Tokyos efforts to instill a sense of revanchism in the younger generation and to deny the outcomes of World War II.
(2026-04-02). Olympic champion Quan Hongchan opens up about weight struggles. ecns.cn Chinese Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan said she has struggled with weight gain during adolescence over the past year and remains fearful of public scrutiny.
(2026-04-02). The United States Is already headed for a forever war. strategic-culture.su By Jude RUSSO | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The current war is already collapsing into a "mowing the grass" strategy. | Let's a…
(2026-04-02). Your Party and Greens set to capitulate to Zionists. thecanary.co 
Jeremy Corbyn's Your Party (YP) and Zack Polanski's Green Party appear to be making moves towards rehabilitating Zionism. Instead of opposing its colonialist ideology, they seem more inclined to support it. A recent landmark motion which declared Zionism as a form of racism was railroaded by pro-Israel members at the Green Party's spring conference. The […] | By
(2026-04-02). IOM warns of risk of long-term mass displacement in Lebanon. al-monitor.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.
(2026-04-02). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-02). China effectively curbs trafficking of children, women. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 2 ⚪ The number of children and women abductions and human trafficking crimes in China has shown a significant decline, with a 77.95 percent drop in 2025 compared to the peak in 2012, the Supreme Peoples Courtsaid on Thursday.
(2026-04-02). 4 trapped in north China coal mine accident. ecns.cn TAIYUAN, April 2 ⚪ Four people were trapped in a coal mine accident late Wednesday in north Chinas Shanxi Province, according to local authorities.
(2026-04-02). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-02). Conservationists Win Another Battle in the Fight for Bitterroot Grizzly Bears. counterpunch.org 
On March 31, two Montana grassroots conservation groups, Alliance for the Wild Rockies and Native Ecosystems Council, prevailed in their lawsuit to stop a logging and road-building project on public lands in the Sapphire Mountains of the Bitterroot Valley because the government had pretended that grizzly bears were not present in that region. The facts
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). Working people oppose corporate railroad merger. workers.org 
Rail workers and small family farmers are united in opposition to the proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS). The idea was first proposed by UP-NS bosses and capitalist shareholders in July 2025. The merger would combine the two major railroad companies, which span tracks . . . |
(2026-04-02). Police scrap another inconsequential plan to 'end' racism. thecanary.co 
Five years after the implementation of the Police Race Action Plan (PRAP), progress has been patchy, slow, and all-too-easily reversed. Worse still, it's been overly dependant on "individual goodwill", rather than a true commitment to change across the force. That's according to the final report from the Independent Scrutiny and Oversight Board (ISOB), whose job […] | By
(2026-04-02). Wednesday 5/6: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-02). NZ, allies express 'deep concern' about Israeli death penalty bill for Palestinians. asiapacificreport.nz By Lillian Hanly, RNZ News political reporter New Zealand has joined Australia, France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom in expressing "deep concern" about an Israeli bill expanding the death penalty for Palestinians. Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters posted on social media last night, indicating New Zealand had joined the other nations, and emphasising the…
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). Massive earthquake of 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia, one killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A massive earthquake of 7.4 magnitude on the Richter scale struck Indonesia early Thursday at 06: 48 local time, triggering tsunami warnings across the region. | However later the tsunami warning was lifted. "Based on all available data… the tsunami threat from this earthquake has now passed," the website quoted the Hawaii-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. | The earthquake's epicentre was about 120 km (74.5 miles) from Ternate, a city of over 205,000 people. According to the US Geological Survey, the tremor—first estimated at magnitude 7.8—struck the Molucca Sea in central Indones…
(2026-04-02). No Kings protests rock over 3,100 places in United States. ummid.com Over 3,100 demonstrations were planned nationwide and staged in major U.S. cities such as Washington D.C., New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco. U.S. media reports projected the protests involved some 900,000 people, making it the largest single-day protest event on record.
(2026-04-02). Ex-sheep farmer speaks out ahead of Easter as campaigners urge public to 'skip the lamb'. thecanary.co 
An ex-sheep farmer who once raised animals for slaughter is speaking out ahead of Easter. He's urging the public to reconsider eating lamb. This comes as new data highlights how demand continues to drive the killing of young animals. Animal Justice Project is releasing a new video interview with Devon-based farmer Sivalingam "Kumar" Vasanthakumar. He […] | By
(2026-04-02). Google Lets You Change Your Gmail Address: A New Era for Email Users. devdiscourse.com In a surprising update, Google is providing its users with the much-requested ability to change their Gmail addresses. The feature is now fully available in the United States, having been piloted in India last year, as disclosed in a recent blog post by the tech giant.
(2026-04-02). U.S., Israel isolated as U.N. passes historic reparations resolution. workers.org President John Mahama of Ghana speaks at U.N. in 2025. On March 25, the United Nations General Assembly — with 123 yes votes, three no votes and 52 abstentions — passed a historic resolution presented by John Mahama, the president of Ghana, to officially characterize the enslavement of millions of . . . |
(2026-04-02). Government urges vigilance and road safety ahead of Easter travel. sanews.gov.za Government urges vigilance and road safety ahead of Easter travel | As travellers begin to make their way to various destinations for the Easter and Passover holidays, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has reiterated its call for citizens to remain vigilant and take steps to safeguard their homes and ensure safety on the roads. | GCIS Acting Director-General Nomonde Mnukwa on Thursday urged residents to take precautionary measures to protect their property while away. | "Ensure that all doors and windows are properly secured, and double-check all entry points before leaving home, even for…
(2026-04-02). Trump addresses the nation on Iran. whyy.org President Trump's speech had a clear goal: convince increasingly skeptical Americans that the war in Iran is worth fighting.
(2026-04-02). China completes key Yangtze River tunnel section for major high-speed rail line. ecns.cn China has completed a key underwater section of a high-speed rail tunnel beneath the Yangtze River, marking a major step forward in the construction of a 2,100-km east-west rail corridor.
(2026-04-02). Israel's Knesset look to "collectively criminalise" Palestinians with death penalty. thecanary.co 
Israel's Knesset is about to have a second reading of an appalling, and underreported, death penalty bill. This murderous bill will be exclusive to Palestinians, yep, only Palestinians. Due to its criminal dilution of legal norms, it could give authorities a carte blanche to execute thousands of imprisoned Palestinians detained by Israel since October 7. […] | By
(2026-04-02). CWA Orange Mobility Members Mobilize for March Madness. wibailoutpeople.org 
For the second week in a row, AT&T Orange Mobility members from CWA Locals 9421, 9423, 7901, 1122, and 4202 handed out informational flyers to attendees of AT&T-sponsored March Madness tournament games in Sacramento, Calif.; San Diego, Calif.; Portland, Ore.; Buffalo, N.Y.; and Chicago, Ill., respectively. The flyers call out AT&T for their corporate greed, …
(2026-04-02). Starbucks didn't give us this. We fought for it! wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Starbucks baristas are driving a historic union organizing campaign, building real power and taking on one of the most well-known brands in the world. Nearly 700 union elections won. Thousands of workers organized. In the middle of a fight this big, it can be easy to forget how far …
(2026-04-02). Chinese Mainland says it will ensure Taiwan energy security after reunification. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday that the mainland would ensure Taiwan's energy security and industrial supply after peaceful reunification, pledging to ease concerns over potential resource shortages.
(2026-04-02). Stumbling Along in Hitler's Footsteps. counterpunch.org World War II, at least in Europe, can be blamed on a single man — a dictator who gained absolute power because of the fecklessness of democratically elected politicians in his country. Afraid to challenge a politician popular with much of their lumpen proletarian base, they hoped to be rid if him by making him
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). Trump Slashed Medicaid. Now He Says US Can't Fund It Because of His War on Iran. truthout.org Two days after Secretary of State Marco Rubio unironically advised Iran to spend its public funds "helping the people of Iran" instead of on weapons, President Donald Trump announced that the US government has "to take care of one thing: military protection" and isn't able to provide people in the US with necessities like healthcare and childcare. "Oh wow, he actually admitted it… |
(2026-04-02). Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility. scheerpost.com Gabriel Arkles for Truthout/TheAppeal oday is International Trans Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate the resilience and accomplishments of transgender people worldwide. The extraordinary accomplishments — in law, art, and beyond — of incarcerated trans people tend to receive far too little celebration. Yet many trans people in prison keep fighting for their communities, in environments where …
(2026-04-02). Seattle Times Provides Deceptive and False Information on Washington State Drought. wattsupwiththat.com But when it comes to issues dealing with climate, the Seattle Times has descended into advocacy, hype, and exaggeration, unsupported by facts and actual science. 1…
(2026-04-02). Indonesia in the BRICS: What It Means for Global Health. infobrics.org By joining BRICS, Indonesia can take advantage of existing diplomatic levers, infrastructure, and manufacturing to unlock a pathway to locally producing end-to-end priority drugs and establishing a major role in global health…
(2026-04-02). Draft AI policy approved for publication for public comment. sanews.gov.za Draft AI policy approved for publication for public comment | Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says Cabinet has approved the publication of the draft South Africa AI policy for public comment. | The aim of the AI policy is to ensure that both the benefits and risks brought by AI are evenly distributed across society and generations. | During a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, the Minister said the policy aims to strengthen government's ability to regulate and adopt AI responsibly, while encouraging local innovation, supporting job creation and improving access to AI skills. | "The policy is…
(2026-04-02). US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, April 2 (Reuters) – Dozens of international law experts in the U.S. have signed an open letter saying that American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes, after President Donald Trump reiterated his threats this week to strike Iran's power and desalination plants.Trump, who has previously offered shifting timelines and objectives for the war, said in a televised speech on Wednesday that the war could escalate if Iran did not give in to Washington's terms, with strikes on its energy and oil infrastructure possible.
(2026-04-02). Penn Ordered To Comply With Trump Administration's Demand For 'List Of Jews'. newsone.com 
Source: SOPA Images / Getty | The Trump administration hasn't had a lot of luck with federal judges as of late, but it got one to rule in its favor regarding allegations of on-campus antisemitism at colleges — for which the administration, apparently, needs to solicit potential victims that may or may not exist. | According to
(2026-04-02). Shayla Smith Scored More Points Than Wilt Chamberlain. whyy.org Last year, Shayla Smith broke Philadelphia's all-time scoring record for girls and boys basketball. That's a huge deal, especially in Philly — a city known for basketball legends like WNBA guard Shawnetta Stewart, South Carolina coach Dawn Staley, and NBA Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain. None of them scored as many points in high school as Shayla did.
(2026-04-02). 'Succession' star Brian Cox narrates new film exposing controversial gannet hunt watch here. thecanary.co 
Succession actor Brian Cox has narrated a harrowing new animated film. It calls for an end to Scotland's controversial guga hunt, and exposes the 'tradition' of killing gannet chicks. Firelily Studios created the animation for wildlife campaign group Protect the Wild. It depicts the life and death of a single gannet chick, from the safety […] | By
(2026-04-02). Bernie Sanders Backs Claire Valdez in NYC House Race Dividing Left and Progressives. theintercept.com 
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). The Zero-Sum of All Fears. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-04-02). WHYY Presents: Dying on the Inside: Women Lifers at Muncy Prison. whyy.org WHYY presents Dying on the Inside: Podcast launch and panel on aging behind bars. Hear women lifers' stories and explore justice, care, and second chances.
(2026-04-02). Increasing Western military deployment to Cyprus threatens northern part of island and Türkiye. uwidata.com In recent weeks, the island of Cyprus—long a fault line between competing geopolitical visions—has once again emerged as a focal point of escalating military activity. A surge in Western deployments, concentrated primarily in the island's southern half, has raised alarm bells across the region. While officials in European capitals frame the buildup as a defensive …
(2026-04-02). Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling against life sentences. workers.org 
Philadelphia — On March 26 the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's ruling in Commonwealth v. Derek Lee found mandatory life without parole for felony murder to be an unconstitutional punishment. This decision could lead to the largest resentencing in the state's history. The justices determined that Lee's life without parole sentence, which . . . |
(2026-04-02). Hawks secure a preservation order in kidnapping and murder case. sanews.gov.za Hawks secure a preservation order in kidnapping and murder case | The Hawks' Priority Crime Specialised Investigation unit and the National Prosecuting Authority have secured a preservation order in a kidnapping and murder case. | The order was granted by the Mthatha High Court. The asset was a silver grey and white Mitsubishi worth R100 000. | The case marks a decisive advancement in the strategic deployment of asset forfeiture as a crime-combatting instrument. | "The matter arises from the abduction of the victim on 17 January 2023. The victim was allegedly accused of stealing the accused personal property.
(2026-04-02). Gujarat Uniform Civil Code defies principles of inheritance: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com Announcing to challenge the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) before Supreme Court of India, Jamiat Ulama i Hind said the newly passed legislation nullifies the Muslim Personal laws and defies the principles of inheritance.
(2026-04-02). American war strategy and the need for independence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). It's not renewables putting up your energy bills, it's billionaires. thecanary.co 
Do you remember Great British Energy? Labour's 2024 manifesto had six pledges. No. 4 was 'Set up Great British Energy', a publicly owned clean power company, to cut bills for good and boost energy security. If you've seen the news or paid a bill recently, you'll be forgiven for wondering where those lower bills are. […] | By
(2026-04-02). Maharashtra SSC, HSC 2026 Result: Board to issue single Marksheet-cum-Certificate. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has announced to issue a single Marksheet-cum-Certificate to students who have appeared in the 2026 SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12th) exams.
(2026-04-02). Buffalo's Rohingya Community Demands Accountability After Disabled Refugee Dies. truthout.org It has been more than a month since the body of a disabled Rohingya refugee was found on a Buffalo, New York, street five days after his release from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) custody. Friends and family members, along with local immigrant communities and elected officials across the state, are demanding answers. The death of 56-year-old Nurul Amin Shah Alam has shaken Buffalo's… |
(2026-04-02). Weave: The All-in-One Communication and Patient Engagement Platform for Healthcare Practices. moderndiplomacy.eu Weave provides an all-in-one platform that integrates phone, two-way text, email, scheduling, reminders, payments, reviews, team chat, and more into a single system to help automate your communication needs and keep your practice running smoothly. With easy-to-use tools and AI-driven automations, including automated missed-call texts, appointment reminders, and AI receptionist capabilities, you can reduce administrative …
(2026-04-02). Mass opposition from Nexteer auto parts workers to sellout contract pushed by UAW bureaucracy. wsws.org Workers who spoke to the WSWS during the vote denounced its expansion of a two-tier wage system, unaffordable healthcare costs, poverty-level pay for new hires, and the role of the UAW bureaucracy in imposing it.
(2026-04-02). Senegal on the Edge of Collapse. portside.org Senegal on the Edge of Collapse |
(2026-04-02). Suspended Between Escalation and Exit: The U.S.—Iran War's Strategic Deadlock. moderndiplomacy.eu Entering the second month of the war with Iran, the United States has delivered substantial military effects without articulating a viable political end state—a familiar pattern in which battlefield success fails to produce strategic clarity and increasingly risks an exit without resolution. Washington has degraded key elements of Iran's military capacity, yet what "victory" entails …
(2026-04-02). US Could Soon Run Out of Tomahawk Missiles Amid War with Iran. globalresearch.ca Since the monthly consumption of Tomahawk missiles greatly exceeds their yearly production, the United States cannot supply weapons to Ukraine, contain China, and wage war against Iran all at once. Additionally, the US cannot boost production of these missiles because …
(2026-04-02). Here we Joh again! Queensland's new speech bans and police powers. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). Trump's Dual Obsessions Are Colliding, and China Is Gaining Ground. fpif.org As global markets continue to churn under the weight of a month-long conflict in the Gulf, the strategic map of the world is shifting in a quiet but profound way. In Beijing, Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister The timi…
(2026-04-02). Burkina Faso: Crimes Against Humanity by All Sides. hrw.org Click to expand Image | (Clockwise, from top left): Burkina Faso President Capt. Ibrahim Traoré. © 2025 Stanislav Krasilnikov/RIA Novosti via AP; Iyad Ag Ghaly, JNIM supreme leader. © 2012 ROMARIC OLLO HIEN/AFP/Getty Images; JNIM fighters in Barsalogho, Sanmatenga province,‚ÄØBurkina Faso, August 24, 2024.‚ÄØ © Private; Burkinabè military forces in Baraboulé, Sahel region, Burkina Faso, during Operation "Tchefari 2," December 2023. © 2024 RTB | The Burkina Faso military with its allied militias and an Al Qaeda-linked armed group have killed more than 1,8…
(2026-04-02). China braces for cross-border travel rush during Qingming holiday. ecns.cn Cross-border travel via China's ports is expected to surge during the Qingming Festival holiday from April 4 to 6, with daily crossings projected atop 2.3 million, up 11.1% from a year earlier, according to immigration authorities.
(2026-04-02). Was Kataib Hezbollah behind kidnapping US journalist Shelly Kittleson in Iraq. albawaba.net 
ALBAWABA – American journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted Tuesday in Baghdad, Iraqi authorities announced, adding that security forces are investigating the incident and trying to track down the kidnappers.Two Iraqi security officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that two cars were involved in the kidnapping, and that one of them crashed while being pursued near the town of al-Haswa in Babil province, southwest of Baghdad, according to the Associated Press.They added that "the journalist was transferred to a second car that fled the scene." They indicated that "she was kidnapped on Saadoun Street…
(2026-04-02). 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?
(2026-04-02). How long will Artemis II take to reach the moon, and what happens next? aljazeera.com The capsule is expected to reach the moon on about April 6, the sixth day of the mission.
(2026-04-02). Media barred from doorstepping Polanski's family following Mail feud. thecanary.co 
As we reported, freelance journalist Nicole Lampert has been bothering Zack Polanski's family. According to her, she's been doing so as part of her efforts to conduct what she calls 'journalism'. Defending herself, Lampert claimed that Polanski's family went to her. Now, it's claimed that the Green leader's family have complained to the Independent Press […] | By
(2026-04-02). Cargo throughput via Three Gorges Dam reaches 2.3 bln metric tons by end of March. ecns.cn As of the end of March, the dual-channel five-tier ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam have handled 1.104 million vessel transits, letting through a cargo volume of 2.37 billion metric tons.
(2026-04-02). 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…
(2026-04-02). Teamsters block DHL strike with tentative agreement one day before deadline. wsws.org Six thousand DHL workers in the US had authorized strike action by 96 percent against the global logistics giant earlier in March.
(2026-04-02). AI, datacenters, ignorant politicians: the coming electricity crisis. onlineopinion.com.au With AI and data centers demanding a surge in continuous power, politicians have stymied nuclear-generated electricity.
(2026-04-02). Oracle reported to lay off up to 30,000 workers globally via email. wsws.org Tech giant Oracle joined the industry-wide AI jobs massacre by informing thousands of employees on Monday via an email message at 6: 00 a.m. that "current business needs" have eliminated their position and "today is your last working day."
(2026-04-02). India boasts about defence exports while ignoring ballooning debt from Trump's illegal war. thecanary.co 
The Defence Minister of India — Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP's) Rajnath Singh — celebrated that Indian defence exports had touched a new all-time high with a record 38,424 crore rupees ($4.4 billion), an 63% annual increase. The BJP's defence boast is meant to ease concerns about India's ballooning current account deficit, particularly as Modi's western […] | By
(2026-04-02). Olympic Chess Teams Announced. radiohc.cu Havana, April 1 (RHC) — The experienced Maritza Arribas and national champion Lelys Martínez lead the teams announced today to defend Cuba's colors at the Samarkand Chess Olympiad 2026, which will take place in that Uzbek city from September 15 to 28. | A press release from the Cuban Chess Federation explained that the early formation of the teams is due to the country's current economic situation, which prompted this unusual procedure. Furthermore, the team will receive financial support from FIDE to attend the competition. | Participation in the men's and women's national championships is usually a require…
(2026-04-02). Reform sacks 'fires do happen' Grenfell spokesperson. thecanary.co 
Following his obscene comments about the Grenfell Tower disaster, Reform has sacked spokesperson Simon Dudley. It comes as Reform has been struggling to hold on to candidates for the local election. Firings do happen As the BBC reported, Simon Dudley used to be an executive at Homes England and Ebbsfleet. He joined Reform in February. Sickeningly, […] | By
(2026-04-02). 'God's chosen people' are dropping like flies in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
Hezbollah have injured at least 48 Israeli officers and soldiers whilst defending Lebanon from Israel's illegal invasion. BREAKING: The Israeli army says 48 Israeli officers and soldiers have been wounded in fighting in southern Lebanon over the past 24 hours. üî¥ LIVE updates: t.co/1Br1Hzf0B8 pic.twitter.com/iE5VjxDLZA — Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) April 1, 2026 Hezbollah also […] | By
(2026-04-02). The U.S. War on Cuba's Doctors. globalresearch.ca The work they've done for rural and poor Jamaicans is immeasurable", wrote a
(2026-04-02). Mainland slams DPP's decoupling move. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokeswoman criticized Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party authorities on Wednesday for pursuing economic decoupling from the mainland, describing the move as an attempt to signal loyalty to the United States while advancing a separatist agenda.
(2026-04-02). Shallāl: On Water, Palestine, and the Grammar of the Unrelenting. counterpunch.org 
There are mornings when what I feel is not grief exactly. It is rage that has nowhere to go. A need to climb the highest mountain and scream, not words, not arguments, just sound, the kind of sound a human being makes when they have witnessed something that should not be possible and the world has not stopped. When the birds are still singing and the trains are still running and someone somewhere is complaining about the weather, and I am standing there holding what I have seen.
(2026-04-02). How do we get from 'No Kings Day' to no billionaires? mronline.org 
Eight million people demonstrated across the United States on March 28, against Trump in the third "No Kings Day." There were protests in 3,300 communities in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
(2026-04-02). Makkah finally gets its own airport. albawaba.net ALBAWABA- Saudi Arabia has approved plans to build Makkah's first international airport, marking a historic step in modernizing infrastructure in Islam's holiest city.Saleh Al-Rasheed, CEO of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites, confirmed the decision in remarks published by Harvard Business Review Arabia. He said feasibility studies have been completed and strategic and investment frameworks approved, with the project set to be developed in partnership with the private sector to international standards.The airport is intended to serve both residents and millions of annual pilgrims while maint…
(2026-04-02). More than just a national election: Brussels and the 'Patriots' face off in Hungary. uwidata.com By Yasin Okyay Hungary is holding parliamentary elections on April 12. There are two parties with a real chance of winning the elections: Fidesz and Tisza. When looked at in a broader context, the contest between them appears to be part of a larger struggle within the EU, between Brussels and the Brussels-opposed European Patriots …
(2026-04-02). Israel's Palestinian-Only Death Penalty Law Draws on Britain's Colonial Playbook. truthout.org The picture of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir jubilantly trying to open a champagne bottle on the Knesset floor over the passing of a death penalty law for Palestinians will be anchored in history as one of those photographs that needs no caption. It's the image of a country that has never truly left the colonial moment into which it was born. It didn't simply inherit… |
(2026-04-02). Israel Wants to Annex South Lebanon — But Hezbollah Isn't Defeated, w/ Karim Makdisi. thealtworld.com As Israel expands its war across the region, Lebanon is once again in the crosshairs. | Israeli officials are openly calling for pushing the border to the Litani River, annexing southern Lebanon, and preventing displaced civilians from returning. At the same time, the country is being bombed, depopulated, and pushed toward internal collapse. | So what is Israel actually trying to achieve? | In this episode of Dispatches, Rania Khalek speaks with Karim Makdisi, co-host of the Makdisi Street podcast and Associate Professor of International Politics at the American University of Beirut. | They discuss: | Israel's lo…
(2026-04-02). YouTube to MP4: Understanding Video Formats,Quality, and Compatibility. moguldom.com Ever downloaded a YouTube video as MP4 and then found it won't play on your device? This happens more often than people expect. Many assume "MP4" alone guarantees a working file. In reality, the real factors are codec, resolution, and device compatibility. When people search for YouTube to MP4, they usually just want a video …
(2026-04-02). Socialist response to Trump's televised address on Iran War: Trump promises genocidal destruction of the Iranian people. liberationnews.org 
In his anger and desperation to bring about something that can be passed off as a U.S. victory, Trump is pledging the wholesale destruction of Iran and its people.
(2026-04-02). Eliminating threats and debts. onlineopinion.com.au 'An inordinately centralized system has destroyed initiative. Most minds trained to attend to process and paperwork details, cannot be expected to take bold decisions…'
(2026-04-02). Why Hungary's Election Matters Beyond Its Borders. moderndiplomacy.eu Viktor Orban, Hungary's prime minister for 16 years and the longest-serving in the EU, faces potential defeat in the election on April 12, according to opinion polls. This election is critical for Hungary's 9.5 million people and the future of right-wing populism, which Orban has represented. Orban previously won elections easily due to a weak …
(2026-04-02). CovertAction Bulletin Eyewitness Cuba: Solidarity, Not Blockades. covertactionmagazine.com Cuba is set to receive oil for the first time in 2026, following the March 31st arrival at Matanzas Bay of the Russian tanker Anatoly Kolodkin with over 730,000 barrels, or 100,000 tons, of crude oil…
(2026-04-02). Mutual aid is a lifeline for the million people displaced by war in Lebanon. wagingnonviolence.org 
(2026-04-02). Musk's X removes copy link feature sparking frustration. albawaba.net ALBAWABA – Musk's X (formerly Twitter) is the talk of social media after the platform made controversial changes by reportedly removing or complicating the copy link feature. The feature is currently inconsistent, with some users reporting difficulty sharing videos, while others still see the option. According to IBT, many users had difficulties sharing content, including viral memes, sports highlights, and many more. On the contrary, others boasted about being able to use the feature because they didn't update the app.Musk's X removes copy link feature sparking frustration: You can't copy the link of a vi…
(2026-04-02). The unspoken target of Trump's war on Iran—China. wsws.org While the immediate aim is the subordination of Iran and the Middle East to US imperialism, the war is viewed in Washington as essential preparation for conflict with China, regarded as the chief threat to US global domination.
(2026-04-02). Reform housing spokesperson doubles down on Grenfell 'everyone dies' comment. thecanary.co 
Reform UK's new housing chief has sparked outrage after claiming housing regulations have gone too far in the wake of Grenfell. He said that while the disaster was a tragedy, 'fires happen' and that 'everyone dies in the end', so building new houses shouldn't be slowed by pesky health and safety. Reforms Housing spokesperson says […] | By
(2026-04-02). SAWS urges caution as changing weather conditions are expected. sanews.gov.za SAWS urges caution as changing weather conditions are expected | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is urging motorists to prioritise road safety amid changing weather conditions expected across the country as South Africans prepare to travel for the Easter period. ⚪ SAWS has forecast partly cloudy conditions with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers on Thursday and Friday. ⚪ In its latest weather outlook, the weather service said conditions will be cool to warm in most areas, but hot in some regions, with a higher likelihood of scattered showers in the western parts of the country. ⚪ The fo…
(2026-04-02). U.S. Vice President JD Vance's Diplomatic Journey to Hungary. devdiscourse.com U.S. Vice President JD Vance is scheduled for an official visit to Hungary this April, affirming the information previously reported by Reuters. According to the White House, Vance's agenda includes bilateral meetings with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Budapest.
(2026-04-02). Anti-genocide campaigners call for Ireland's National Concert Hall to drop Zionist charity event. thecanary.co 
Pro-Palestine campaign group Mothers Against Genocide are among those calling on Dublin's National Concert Hall (NCH) to cancel a charity event which will raise money for Magen David Adom (MDA). MDA are an ambulance charity based in so-called 'Israel'. Multiple human rights groups have accused the group of failing to provide medical care to wounded […] | By
(2026-04-02). President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks to Americans — read full letter here. geo.tv 
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a visit to the shrine of the leader of Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, in southern Tehran, Iran, January 31, 2026. — ReutersIran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Wednesday published an open…
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). GM hits Factory Zero workers with another layoff as UAW maintains silence over escalating job cuts. wsws.org The UAW, which pledged to defend jobs in the transition to electric vehicles, has offered workers nothing but platitudes and silence.
(2026-04-02). Strikes on Iran's civilian infrastructure compound aid needs in Middle East: UN agencies. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 1 ⚪ Strikes across Iran hit civilian infrastructure, compounding relief needs as Middle East aid workers struggle with access constraints, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-02). Stimulating Creativity in Human-Machine Teams. wattsupwiththat.com The question of how best to use artificial intelligence (AI) resources in the military, including for writing, is an important one.
(2026-04-02). Israel's Death-by-Hanging Law Marks Further "Dehumanization of Palestinians" : B'Tselem. democracynow.org 
We speak with Sarit Michaeli from the Israeli human rights group B'Tselem following the Knesset's passage of a new law mandating death by hanging for Palestinians who are convicted of murdering Israelis. Jewish Israelis will not face the same punishment for similar crimes. The law, which further cements Israel's apartheid system, has drawn condemnation from rights groups and other countries. | "This egregious, draconian law pretends to be somehow … grounded in some sort of objective criteria," says Michaeli, B'Tselem's international outreach director. "But essenti…
(2026-04-02). Iran Now a Top Five Global Power, Says Former US Advisor. globalresearch.ca American Professor Robert Pape has recently made a striking claim: Iran should no longer be seen as merely one among the top 20 powers, but rather as one of the world's top five. In an i
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). Asian economies taking a double hit from US war on Iran. wsws.org As the war enters its second month, the price of Brent crude, the global benchmark, has risen by 63 percent from its pre-war level, eclipsing the previous record monthly rise of 46 percent following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990.
(2002-04-26). 'Iran will be at World Cup': Infantino. tribune.com.pk 
FIFA president Gianni Infantino told AFP that Iran "will be at the World Cup" and will play their group matches in the United States as scheduled, despite the Middle East war. | "Iran will be at the World Cup," Infantino said at half-time as Iran beat Costa Rica 5-0 in a friendly in southern Turkey. | "That's why we're here. We're delighted because they're a very, very strong team, I'm very happy." | "I've seen the team, I've spoken to the players and the coach, so everything is fine," added Infantino, whose attendance at Tuesday's game was unannounced. | Infantino went on to stress that Iran's "matches will b…
(2026-04-02). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2002-04-26). Pakistan's Ali sisters reach squash quarters. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's rising squash trio Mahnoor, Sehrish and Mehwish Ali advanced to the quarter-finals of the SRAFTKL International Junior Open Squash Championship in Kuala Lumpur with dominant performances on Thursday. | The three sisters outclassed their respective opponents in straight games, underlining their growing stature on the international junior circuit and keeping Pakistan's hopes alive in the tournament. | Mahnoor Ali produced a composed and aggressive display in the third round of the Asian Junior Super Series, defeating China's Du Shaoyi 3-0. In a closely contested match, Mahnoor held her nerve at crucia…
(2026-04-02). Sunday 4/19: 2026 FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL of transgender and queer performance. indybay.org Z Space | 450 Florida St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-04-02). What Should You Know About Paybis Crypto SwapSecurity in 2026? moguldom.com As of 2026, you can find documented cases of over $700 million being stolen in crypto assets. The most disheartening aspect is that people can view their assets online, but are unable to retrieve them. The cryptocurrency exchange world is a balance between anonymity and security. To become successful in this field, a platform should …
(2026-04-02). US ICE detains Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour, mosque says. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, April 2 (Reuters) – Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour, who is a Palestinian American, has been detained by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, the mosque said on Thursday.ISM, which is Wisconsin's largest mosque, said Sarsour, 53, is a legal permanent resident who has lived in the U.S. for over three decades and was detained on Monday. He grew up in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
(2026-04-02). Sunday 4/12: The Hidden History of Zionism with Mya Shone. indybay.org Unitarian Universalists of San Francisco 1147 Franklin St. @ Geary San Francisco…
(2026-04-02). Iran's president releases "open letter" to American people. thecanary.co 
Iran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, has officially released a four-page "open letter" to the American people. To the people of the United States of America pic.twitter.com/3uAL4FZgY7 — Masoud Pezeshkian (@drpezeshkian) April 1, 2026 However, many social media users have pointed out that if the average American were as well educated as the average Iranian, perhaps the […] | By
(2026-04-02). In genocidal rant, Trump vows to send Iran "back to the Stone Ages" wsws.org In a prime-time television address Wednesday, US President Donald Trump declared that the goal of the United States in the Iran war is the destruction of Iranian society.
(2026-04-02). 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…
(2026-04-02). Israel's death penalty law is not about executing Palestinians. aljazeera.com It is about eliminating Palestinian existence in Palestine.
(2026-04-02). Letter to the People of the USA. counterpunch.org 
In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful 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: Iran—by this very name, character, and identity—is one of the oldest continuous civilizations
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). 'New Oriental Express' tourist train to debut in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Two newly built "New Oriental Express" tourist trains are nearly ready in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and are scheduled to make their maiden journey on April 23.
(2026-04-02). 'No Kings' Protests Symbolizes Global Frustration With Trump. ummid.com The rally organisers echo people's sentiments by repeatedly emphasising that 'No Kings Day' is only one aspect of broader efforts toward building people power and fighting the Trump administration — and that that work 'doesn't end after March 28'.
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/23: Mennonite Action April Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/mennonite-actio……
(2026-04-02). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-02). Saturday 4/4: Free Palestiine. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-02). Premier calls for new energy security strategy. ecns.cn Premier Li Qiang has called for efforts to implement a new energy security strategy, advance the construction of a new-type power grid, and accelerate the adjustment and optimization of the nation's energy structure, in order to provide strong support for high-quality economic and social development.
(2026-04-02). UNDP and Kashf Launch Game-Changing Pension Scheme for Women in Pakistan. thinktank.pk In Pakistan, millions of women working in the informal economy remain invisible to the formal financial system. They run small businesses, support families, and contribute significantly to local economies—yet when it comes to long-term financial security, they are often left without a safety net. With only a small fraction of the labor force covered by …
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2002-04-26). Pegula wins Charleston opener. tribune.com.pk 
Defending champion and top seed Jessica Pegula labored more than three hours to reach the round of 16 at the WTA Charleston Open on Wednesday with a 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 victory over Yulia Putintseva. | Pegula, the world number five from the United States, had clawed back a set but was broken to trail 0-2 in the third before mounting a final fightback. | "All I just kept thinking was, like, welcome to the clay court season," Pegula said after grinding out the win on Charleston's green clay. | Pegula, who enjoyed a first-round bye, said the breezy conditions and challenging shadows made it hard to respond aggressively…
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). FBI Director Kash Patel joins Allentown roundtable on fentanyl hosted by Sen. McCormick. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Federal, state and local leaders gathered Wednesday at the Edward N. Cahn Federal Building in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to confront what they described as one of the most urgent public health and public safety crises facing the country: fentanyl. | U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., and FBI Director Kash Patel convened the roundtable, bringing together prosecutors, law enforcement officials and families who have lost loved ones to the drug. The discussion focused on recent prog…
(2026-04-02). Iran war threatens world food crisis. mronline.org 
While media coverage of Iran's restrictions on passage through the Hormuz Straits focuses on fuel prices, closure is also disrupting crucial fertiliser supplies, risking catastrophe for billions.
(2026-04-02). Rupture and Repair Under Fascist Conditions. truthout.org "We have a great opportunity in our movements to learn how to be opponents without being enemies," says Tanuja Jagernauth. In this first of a two-part conversation, Jagernauth and host Kelly Hayes discuss the language people use to describe harm and conflict, the difference between disagreement and abuse, and how organizers can move through conflict with more clarity and care under fascist… |
(2026-04-02). Narendra Modi's Approval Ratings: A Closer Look. ummid.com The recurring claim that 'Modi is the world's most popular leader' reveals more about media amplification and political messaging than about any definitive measure of public opinion.
(2026-04-02). From Pariah to Power Broker: Pakistan's Rise as a Key Mediator in the Iran War. moderndiplomacy.eu A year ago, Pakistan was widely seen as a diplomatic outcast. Today, it has emerged as a trusted regional partner and a key mediator between the U.S. and Iran, helping to manage the ongoing Middle East conflict. This remarkable turnaround is largely credited to Pakistan's military chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, whose personal diplomacy has …
(2026-04-02). Anuncian medidas de seguridad vial por Parada Juvenil Antimperialista. cubadebate.cu La Comisión Provincial de Seguridad Vial de La Habana informa a la población y en particular a los conductores de vehículos que, con motivo de realizarse la Parada Juvenil Antiimperialista sobre Ruedas, el próximo día 2 de abril, la cual tendrá lugar en la Avenida Malecón, municipio Plaza de la Revolución.
(2026-04-02). South Street Easter Promenade, 'The Sound of Music', SneakerCon and more in this week's 'Things to Do'. whyy.org Things to do this weekend start strong Friday, with live art and big-name comedy. Also on Friday, music fans can catch jazz/soul band Moonchild at Ardmore Music Hall, joined by Chicago rapper Brittney Carter, while in Atlantic City, Marlon Wayans takes the stage at Caesars on his high-energy Wild Child Tour. | Saturday keeps the momentum going with kid-friendly Play-a-Palooza at Smith Playground at East Fairmount Park, followed by Sneaker Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. That same night, Robert Plant brings his Saving Grace tour to The Met Philadelphia. In Wilmington, Art Battle Wilmington lands at The…
(2026-04-02). Cuba conformó sus equipos para Olimpiada de Ajedrez en Uzbekistán. radiohc.cu Los equipos que representarán a Cuba en la Olimpiada de Ajedrez de Samarcanda 2026, que tendrá lugar en esa ciudad uzbeka, del 15 al 28 de septiembre venidero, fueron anunciados este miércoles con varios meses de adelanto, respecto a lo habitual. | Cuestiones organizativas y de ajustes en medio de la compleja situación del país provocaron la conformación de ambas selecciones, incluso sin haber podido celebrar el certamen nacional femenino. | En comunicación ofrecida a los medios de prensa por parte de la Federación cubana del llamado juego ciencia, se confirmó que la experimentada Maritza Arribas y el monarca nac…
(2026-04-02). Alcaldía de Roma aprobó moción solidaria con Cuba y de condena a EE.UU. cubadebate.cu La Alcaldía de Roma, capital italiana, aprobó hoy una moción de apoyo a Cuba, ante el endurecimiento de la política agresiva de Estados Unidos contra ese país, con un bloqueo económico violatorio de los derechos humanos de su pueblo.La moción debe ser enviada a la primera ministra, Giorgia Meloni, al titular de Asuntos Exteriores, Antonio Tajani.
(2026-04-02). Rusia con ayuda más necesaria que nunca. radiohc.cu Coincidente con la descarga en un puerto cubano de un tanquero de Rusia, luego de tres meses de cerco energético estadounidense, La Habana y Moscú rubricaron importantes acuerdos, durante conversaciones en el país euroasiático. | Una apretada agenda desarrolló en San Petersburgo el viceprimer ministro y titular de Comercio Exterior y la Inversión Extranjera, Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, con vista a profundizar los nexos con Rusia en una situación apremiante para el archipiélago caribeño. | Los dos gobiernos rubricaron ocho acuerdos de colaboración, y el viceprimer ministro ruso Dmitri Chernyshenko reafirmó la decisió…
(2026-04-02). Cienfuegos: Alegres fiestas celebran niños y jóvenes por aniversarios de la fundación de sus organizaciones. radiohc.cu 
Con alegría los niños y jóvenes de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos participan en múltiples actividades para conmemorar el 4 de abril, aniversarios 64 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas (UJC) y 65 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí. | Estas significativas actividades continuarán desarrollándose hasta el 19 de abril, 65 Aniversario de la de la Victoria de Playa Girón y la Proclamación del carácter Socialista de nuestra Revolución. Anisley Cordero González | Los ocho municipios del centro y sur del país realizan acciones para los diversos sectores de la sociedad, informa Anisley Cordero González, Primera Sec…
(2026-04-02). Resalta Primer Ministro potencialidades de Decreto Ley 114. cubadebate.cu Primer Ministro, destacó hoy las potencialidades del Decreto Ley 114, que regula las asociaciones entre entidades empresariales estatales y no estatales, en vigor desde este jueves. Con este Decreto Ley se podrán aprovechar las capacidades productivas, sustituir importaciones, aumentar las exportaciones, así como generar empleos y promover la innovación.
(2026-04-02). Trump asegura que los "objetivos estratégicos fundamentales" en Irán están "cerca de completarse" cubadebate.cu Donald Trump se ha dirigido la noche de este miércoles desde el Despacho Oval de la Casa Blanca al pueblo estadounidense con un anuncio sobre el operativo militar de Washington contra Irán.
(2026-04-02). Ecuador :Abogada de Jorge Glas denuncia que el exvicepresidente "está en riesgo de morir por desnutrición" cubadebate.cu Sonia Vera, abogada del exvicepresidente Jorge Glas, alertó que su defendido se encuentra en un estado crítico de desnutrición, reportado por agentes estatales dentro del sistema PRAS del Ministerio de Salud. Según la jurista,el MSP emitió un informe en febrero de 2026 que señala que el exsegundo mandatario perdió nueve kilos en tres meses.
(2026-04-02). Presidente cubano agradece a Rusia por envío de crudo. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel agradeció este miércoles a Rusia, a su homólogo Vladímir Putin y a los tripulantes del tanquero 'Anatoly Kolodkin' que trajeron su valiosa carga de combustible cuando la mayor isla de las Antillas transita por una fuerte crisis energética provocada por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo del Gobierno de Estados Unidos. | Mediante su cuenta en la red social X, el jefe de Estado aseguró que "seguiremos defendiendo el derecho soberano de Cuba a importar combustibles, sin ningún tipo de injerencia ni presi…
(2026-04-02). Presentan avances de la plataforma Soberanía: Una ventanilla única para los trámites ciudadanos. cubadebate.cu En la sede del Centro de Gobierno Digital, en conferencia de prensa se presentaron las actualizaciones sobre los resultados y desafíos de la plataforma Soberanía, disponible en el enlace soberania.gob.cu, que a nueve meses de su puesta en marcha suma más de 23 500 usuarios registrados y 15 servicios disponibles en línea.
(2026-04-02). Avión de pasajeros fabricado en Rusia culmina fase de pruebas en vuelo. cubadebate.cu Ya se ha presentado ante el Registro de Aviación Ruso el paquete completo de documentación técnica del Il-114-300 y, una vez finalice su revisión, la Agencia Federal de Transporte Aéreo procederá a aprobar su modificación principal. La finalización está prevista para el próximo mes. Para este año, se espera la entrega de tres unidades del Il-114-300.
(2026-04-02). Avión de pasajeros fabricado en Rusia culmina fase de pruebas en vuelo. cubadebate.cu Ya se ha presentado ante el Registro de Aviación Ruso el paquete completo de documentación técnica del Il-114-300 y, una vez finalice su revisión, la Agencia Federal de Transporte Aéreo procederá a aprobar su modificación principal. La finalización está prevista para el próximo mes. Para este año, se espera la entrega de tres unidades del Il-114-300.
(2026-04-02). Presentan avances de la plataforma Soberanía: Una ventanilla única para los trámites ciudadanos. cubadebate.cu En la sede del Centro de Gobierno Digital, en conferencia de prensa se presentaron las actualizaciones sobre los resultados y desafíos de la plataforma Soberanía, disponible en el enlace soberania.gob.cu, que a nueve meses de su puesta en marcha suma más de 23 500 usuarios registrados y 15 servicios disponibles en línea.
(2026-04-02). Culminó Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana para la colaboración económico-comercial y científico-técnica. cubadebate.cu Culminó hoy en la ciudad de San Petersburgo, copresidida por Dmitry Chernyshenko, vicepresidente de la nación eslava, y Oscar Pérez-Oliva, vice primer ministro de la mayor de las Antillas la Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana para la colaboración económico-comercial y científico-técnica.
(2026-04-02). Roberto De Zerbi Takes the Helm: A New Era for Tottenham. devdiscourse.com Roberto De Zerbi has officially taken on the role of manager for Tottenham Hotspur, vowing to remain in charge next season regardless of results. The decision comes as part of his long-term commitment to the team, which he described as the biggest challenge of his career.
(2026-04-02). Le monde russe et la Pax Americana. thealtworld.com En russe moderne, le mot ´ mir ª a deux significations: (1) l'espace qui nous entoure, c'est-à -dire la planète Terre; et (2) un état de calme et d'harmonie. En sciences politiques, on utilise souvent le terme latin ´ Pax ª, dont dérive le mot anglais ´ peace ª ( ´ paix ª). Le plus souvent, le mot Pax est employé avec un adjectif — par exemple, l'expression bien connue ´ Pax Britannica ª, qui décrivait la puissance de l'Empire britannique et l'existence de ses colonies à travers le monde. | La Pax Americana, c'est-à -dire la paix à l'américaine, est app…
(2026-04-02). Sismo de magnitud 7,4 en Indonesia genera alerta de tsunami. cubadebate.cu El terremoto se produjo a una profundidad de 35 kilómetros y tuvo su epicentro a unos 127 kilómetros de la ciudad de Ternate. El Sistema de Alerta de Tsunamis de EE.UU. advirtió de la posible generación de olas de tsunami en un radio de 1.000 kilómetros alrededor del epicentro.
(2026-04-02). Zelensky Disappointed with American Stance in Negotiations. globalresearch.ca Ukraine's illegitimate president, Vladimir Zelensky, has once again demanded that Western countries grant Ukraine either NATO membership or nuclear weapons as part of the "security guarantees" for the conclusion of an eventual peace agreement with Russia. This type of …
(2026-04-02). Culminó Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana para la colaboración económico-comercial y científico-técnica. cubadebate.cu Culminó hoy en la ciudad de San Petersburgo, copresidida por Dmitry Chernyshenko, vicepresidente de la nación eslava, y Oscar Pérez-Oliva, vice primer ministro de la mayor de las Antillas la Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana para la colaboración económico-comercial y científico-técnica.
(2026-04-02). Líbano: Declaración de los Grupos de Resistencia Popular y Acción Comunitaria. indybay.org Declaración de la Resistencia Popular y los Grupos de Acción Comunitaria en el Líbano tras la escalada de ataques por parte de la entidad ocupante el 2 de marzo de 2026.
(2026-04-02). Líbano: Declaración de los Grupos de Resistencia Popular y Acción Comunitaria. indybay.org Declaración de la Resistencia Popular y los Grupos de Acción Comunitaria en el Líbano tras la escalada de ataques por parte de la entidad ocupante el 2 de marzo de 2026.
(2026-04-02). 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.
(2026-04-02). Saturday 4/11: Palestine and the Palestinian People before October 7th: Lecture 7. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library…
(2026-04-02). Supreme Court justices skeptical of Trump order to restrict birthright citizenship. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump departs the White House, en route to the US Supreme Court, to attend oral arguments on the legality of his administration's effort to limit birthright citizenship for the children of immigrants, in Washington, DC, US, April 1, 2026. — ReutersTrump first…