(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodriguez reaffirms constitutionality. radiohc.cu Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, has confirmed that the government she leads "is a constitutional government," despite the kidnapping of elected President Nicolás Maduro by the United States during an attack on January 3rd. | The South American nation's leader emphasized in a public event that "there is no uncertainty" on the matter, since the country is headed "by the People's Power," even though its legitimate leader has been absent for a week following the US military incursion, the Venezuelan News Agency (AVN) added. | "Who leads the Venezuelan people?" asked the acting president of the Bolivar…
hindustantimes.com (2026-01-11). Did the US use a 'powerful mystery weapon' during Maduro raid? Witness claims Venezuelan soldiers were left bleeding
A former US intelligence source told the New York Post that the symptoms described could be consistent with directed energy weapons, which use focused energy such as microwaves. Such systems, the source noted, have existed for decades and can cause bleeding, disorientation and physical incapacitation.
news.sky.com (2026-01-11). Nobel Institute responds to claims Maria Corina Machado could give Peace Prize to Donald Trump
The organisation that oversees the Nobel Peace Prize has dismissed claims that Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado could give her recent award to President Donald Trump. | | The Norwegian Nobel Institute said Friday that once a Peace Prize is announced, it cannot be revoked, transferred, or shared.
orinocotribune.com (2026-01-11). Venezuela's Acting President Rodríguez Dismisses US Narrative of Control, Vows to Rescue President Maduro (+Legal Team) 
"Who leads the Venezuelan people? The people's power. Who governs Venezuela? The people's power and its constitutional government," declared Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez.
(2026-01-11). "The Veil…" : Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's Full Speech. ummid.com If there is one thing the Venezuelan people and this country are absolutely clear about, it is that we will never again be slaves, that we will never again be colonies of any empire, of any kind, Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said in her speech.
(2026-01-11). Sunday 2/22: Virtual screening of film: "Tala – A Palm Tree from Gaza" indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/exiled-not……
(2026-01-11). WATCH: Anthony Aguilar Receives Sam Adams Award. consortiumnews.com Anthony Aguilar is presented with this year's Sam Adams Associates for Integrity Award for notifying the world of the deliberate killing of starving Gazans as they arrived for supposed U.S.-Israel food aid. The ceremony took place in Raleigh, North Carolina…
(2026-01-11). At least three Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli attacks on Gaza. aljazeera.com Seven others have been wounded in the latest attacks carried out in violation of the October ceasefire.
(2026-01-11). Somali minister says Israel plans to expel Gaza Palestinians to Somaliland. aljazeera.com Defence minister says Somalia has 'confirmed information' that Israel plans to forcibly move Palestinians to Somaliland.
(2026-01-11). Tuesday 1/13: Webinar: Going on in Palestine. indybay.org Online | masspeace.us/gaza-trump…
(2026-01-11). Israeli fire kills three people in Gaza, new protests hit Iran. newarab.com 
Israeli fire killed at least three Palestinians in two separate incidents across the enclave, local health authorities said, as tension rises over continued violence. | Medics said one Palestinian was killed in Al-Tuffah neighbourhood in Gaza City, in an area under Palestinian control, while two others were killed in the town of Bani Suhaila east of Khan Younis, an area Israel still occupies. | In Iran,
(2026-01-11). Six Reasons Why Netanyahu is Prolonging Gaza, ME Conflicts. ummid.com The war on Gaza is not merely a military campaign, it is the linchpin holding together Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival, ideological project, and regional ambitions — one he appears determined to keep firmly in place.
(2026-01-11). Bangladesh seeks to join international force in Gaza. newarab.com 
Bangladesh said its national security adviser, Khalilur Rahman, met US diplomats Allison Hooker and Paul Kapur in Washington. | Rahman "expressed Bangladesh's interest in principle to be part of the international stabilization force that would be deployed in Gaza," a Bangladeshi government statement added. It did not mention the extent or nature of its proposed invol…
(2026-01-11). Hamas says will dissolve its Gaza govt when new body takes over. newarab.com 
Hamas said Sunday it will dissolve its existing government in Gaza once a Palestinian technocratic leadership committee takes over the territory, as mandated under the U.S.-brokered peace plan. But the group gave no specifics on when the change will occur. | Hamas and the rival Palestinian Authority, who have limited control over the
(2026-01-11). Genocide in Gaza & Scott Weiner. indybay.org At a candidates night in San Francisco California State Senator and Congressional candidate Scott Weiner refused to oppose Israel's genocide in Gaza…
(2026-01-11). 'Neither Gaza nor Lebanon!' Iranian Unrest is about more than the Economy. juancole.com
(2026-01-11). Mandelson refuses to apologise for post-conviction Epstein friendship. thecanary.co In a BBC interview, Laura Kuenssberg, has asked Peter Mandelson about his relationship with the dead paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. In the course of answering, slimeball Mandelson gave an incredibly dishonest impression of his ongoing relationship with the convicted sex offender: "The friendship I had 25yrs ago" Mandelson downplaying his relationship with "best pal" Epstein. He […] | By
(2026-01-11). No se le puede conceder el mínimo espacio al imperialismo y al fascismo. cubadebate.cu El presidente Donald Trump ha lanzado una nueva amenaza contra Cuba. No son los desvaríos de "un loco". Hay suficientes evidencias acumuladas durante las últimas semanas que demuestran que, para ocultar la crisis interna de su país, el escándalo del caso Epstein, los asesinatos del ICE, el advenimiento irreversible de un mundo multipolar y la pérdida de credibilidad de los Estados Unidos en el escenario internacional, el emperador estadounidense está dispuesto a actuar como Hitler.
(2026-01-11). No se le puede conceder el mínimo espacio al imperialismo y al fascismo. cubadebate.cu El presidente Donald Trump ha lanzado una nueva amenaza contra Cuba. No son los desvaríos de "un loco". Hay suficientes evidencias acumuladas durante las últimas semanas que demuestran que, para ocultar la crisis interna de su país, el escándalo del caso Epstein, los asesinatos del ICE, el advenimiento irreversible de un mundo multipolar y la pérdida de credibilidad de los Estados Unidos en el escenario internacional, el emperador estadounidense está dispuesto a actuar como Hitler.
seattletimes.com (2026-01-11). Settler violence in the Jordan Valley expels Palestinians from one of the few towns left standing
Over two dozen families from one of the few remaining Palestinian Bedouin villages in the central West Bank have packed up and fled their homes in recent days, saying harassment by Jewish settlers living in unauthorized outposts nearby has grown unbearable.
(2026-01-11). Venezuela Edmundo González, a Fake President with a Controversial past. globalresearch.ca The 2024 Venezuelan presidential election thrust Edmundo González Urrutia into the global spotlight as the opposition's "democratic" hope, portraying him as a mild-mannered former diplomat and victim of President Maduro's "authoritarianism." Now, since President Maduro's kidnapping on January 3rd…
(2026-01-11). Will Venezuela Resist Trump's Swagger? globalresearch.ca Just as President Trump and his cheerleaders continue their victory lap in celebration of the unprovoked invasion of Venezuela and the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, the US Senate offered a rare display …
(2026-01-11). Comicomment: Hegemony on tap. ecns.cn Venezuela has the largest proven crude oil reserves in the world, with approximately 303 billion barrels or about 17 percent of the global total, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Acting President Rodríguez Dismisses US Narrative of Control, Vows to Rescue President Maduro (+Legal Team). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Rodríguez's statements come as US President Donald Trump and mainst…
(2026-01-11). U.S. strike on Venezuela marks a defining moment in the erosion of American hegemony. independent.co.ug 
Today, confronted with deepening domestic strains and an increasingly contested global position, Washington has shed its veneer of moralism and is resorting more openly to naked force to impose its will on other countries. COMMENT | XINHUA | Far from a triumphant display of strength and Western Hemisphere dominance as Washington claims, the U.S. assault …
(2026-01-11). Candid Imperialism: Trump, Racketeering and Venezuelan Oil. dissidentvoice.org It usually takes archival digging, the golden gaffe, an ill-considered remark, and occasional spells of candour by those in power, to admit that the United States has, in common with other imperial powers, brutal ambitions. An example of the latter was General Smedley Butler, who, at his death in 1940, had become the most decorated …
(2010-01-26). Who benefits from Trump's Venezuela gamble? tribune.com.pk 
As the Trump administration openly courts oil executives in the aftermath of Washington's aggression against Venezuela, the choreography was unmistakable. Political force first. Legal guarantees next. Balance sheets last. | The administration's pitch, promising "total safety" for American firms willing to invest tens of billions into Venezuela's oil sector, made clear who the operation was really for. | The outrageous act of capturing the Venezuelan president was not a project aimed at lowering gas prices for American households or rebuilding Venezuelan sovereignty. It was the Empire's familiar exercise of usi…
(2026-01-11). Fossil Fuel Subsidies Are Leading the US and EU Into Industrial Decline. truthout.org Since Donald Trump took office, the U.S. government has been more aggressively boosting fossil fuels to exert geopolitical dominance. President Donald Trump stated unequivocally that the military assault on Venezuela and the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife are aimed at gaining control of the country's oil reserves. Meanwhile, oil company shares are soaring, a dividend on the… |
(2026-01-11). Outside NYC courthouse, demonstrators demand freedom for President Maduro and Cilia Flores. iacenter.org By Brenda Ryan January 6, 2026 Protesters rallied outside the courthouse on Jan. 5, in NewYork City where heavily armed U.S. troops brought Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his spouse Cilia Flores for a hearing on false charges of importing cocaine into the United States. A vast number of media outlets swarmed around them seeking interviews. Outside NYC courthouse, demonstrators demand freedom for President Maduro and Cilia Flores. (Photo: Brenda Ryan) Demonstrators demanded that Maduro and Flores be released and said their kidnapping and indictments are a criminal attempt to take control of Venezuela's oi…
(2026-01-11). Message from prisoners of Kiev regime: Free Maduro and Flores! iacenter.org By Mikhail Kononovich January 9, 2026 Mikhail and Alexander Kononovich — who became Ukrainian political prisoners of the Kiev regime for opposing Ukraine's NATO-sponsored war against Russia — sent this message of solidarity with Venezuela following the attack by U.S. imperialism. Stop U.S. imperialism! Freedom for President Nicolás Maduro and his spouse Cilia Flores! The Kononovich brothers courageously express solidarity with Venezuela from within their own frame-up trial in a Kiev courtroom, Jan. 5, 2025. Credit: Mikhail Kononovich On January 5, 2025 — right in the middle of a court hearing on…
(2026-01-11). Wave of international solidarity with Venezuela. iacenter.org By John Catalinotto January 6, 2026 These reports include excerpts from a roundup on lahaine.org and selections from other sources internationally. A separate International Action Center report on demonstrations inside the United States can be found at iacenter.org . Mexico City, at U.S. Embassy, Jan. 3, 2026. Photo: Alan Roth Social and political movements around the world have rejected U.S. imperialist aggression and reaffirmed their solidarity with the Bolivarian people of Venezuela regarding the U.S. kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his spouse Cilia Adela Flores. This was shown by solidar…
(2026-01-11). From Venezuela to Greenland: The Revenge of Geography in a Fragmenting World Order. moderndiplomacy.eu The growing uncertainty about the liberal international order is now evident not just in moments of institutional paralysis or diplomatic stalemate. It is reflected in shifting global political attention—away from multilateral organizations and towards territory, resources, and strategic geography. In this context, the renewed geopolitical focus on Greenland is not accidental. Rather, it signals a …
(2026-01-11). The 'Donroe Doctrine': When Sanctions Fail, US Imperialism Wages War on Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Lev Koufax — Jan 8, 2026 | The world has looked on with horror as the United States launched its largest and most aggressive military operation in the Western Hemisphere in decades. After months of attacks on migrant boats and seafood industry workers, the U.S. imperialist class escalated its assault on Venezuela. | More than 80 people are dead. Dozens of military and industrial facilities have been reduced to rubble. Venezuela's democratically elected president, Nicolás Maduro, was kidnapped and paraded before the world — a deliberate display of imperialist arrogance and political theater. | Maduro…
(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Communes: Socialism of the 21st Century. orinocotribune.com By Peter Lackowski — Jan 3, 2026 | The United States is committed to removing Venezuela's President, Nicolás Maduro, along with the government he leads. The pretext—that Maduro is involved in sending drugs to the US—is even refuted by the US government's own intelligence agencies, so many wonder why a carrier fleet has been sent to threaten war. To answer that question, it is necessary to look at what has been going on inside the country. | What do most Americans know about Venezuela? Coverage in the corporate media has focused largely on actions of the upper-class opposition—coup attempts,…
(2026-01-11). China's willingness to promote shared development with Venezuela remains unchanged: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China values its relationship with Venezuela and will continue to support the country and deepen cooperation regardless of changes in its political situation, the Chinese foreign ministry said Thursday.
(2026-01-11). Venezuela Edmundo González, a Fake President with a Controversial past. globalresearch.ca The 2024 Venezuelan presidential election thrust Edmundo González Urrutia into the global spotlight as the opposition's "democratic" hope, portraying him as a mild-mannered former diplomat and victim of President Maduro's "authoritarianism." Now, since President Maduro's kidnapping on January 3rd…
(2026-01-11). Trump Cannot Reach Consensus on Venezuela With US Oil Corporations While Helping PDVSA Recover an Oil Tanker. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "It's uninvestible," ExxonMobil CEO Darre…
(2026-01-11). Could Trump's Diversion of Venezuelan Oil to US Save the Iranian Regime? juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — They write, "China imported 389,000 barrels per day of Venezuelan oil in 2025, about 4% of its total seaborne crude imports, Kpler data showed." | Reuters doesn't say so, but Trump…
(2026-01-11). Sovereignty in the Crosshairs: Great Power Securitization and the Global Order Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu At the beginning of 2026, the international world is witnessing events that disrupt the principles of sovereignty and the rules-based international order. Two major issues emerged at almost the same time: the foreign policy of the United States (US) under the administration of President Donald Trump, launching an escalation of policy towards Venezuela involving direct …
(2026-01-11). A view of post-kidnapping Venezuela: I dreamed of planes that clouded the day … iacenter.org By Sergio Rodriguez Gelfenstein January 9, 2026 A Midsummer Night's Dream By Silvio Rodríguez (Cuban folk singer and poet) I dreamed of planes That clouded the day Just when people Were singing and laughing Were singing and laughing I dreamed of planes That shot each other down Destroying the grace Of the clear morning Of the clear morning If I think that I was made To dream of the sun And to say things That awaken love How is it possible then That I sleep between bouts Of anguish and horror? On my white sheet They poured soot They have thrown trash In my green garden If I catch the culprit Of so much disaster He…
(2026-01-11). Trump's Armed Robbery of Venezuela. globalresearch.ca On 3 January, President Trump announced from his Mar-a-Lago residence: | "On my direct orders, the United States Armed Forces have conducted an extraordinary military operation in the Venezuelan capital to bring the outlaw dictator Nicolás Maduro to justice. He and …
(2026-01-11). Comicomment: Wings clipped, Latin America suffers. ecns.cn U.S. forces last Saturday launched an attack on Venezuela, capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, before transferring them to the United States. Washington later claimed it would "run" Venezuela, compelling Maduro to appear before a U.S. court.
(2026-01-11). US tightens grip on oil after Caracas raid. ecns.cn US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Wednesday that Washington intends to maintain significant control over Venezuela's oil industry "indefinitely" after attacking Caracas and forcibly seizing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
(2026-01-11). Failed U.S. Military Effort in Africa is on the Chopping Block. theintercept.com 
(2010-01-26). Trump's might-makes-right policy hits Venezuela. tribune.com.pk 
The early weeks of 2026 have revealed a United States that no longer seems guided by the principles it once championed. Its intervention in Venezuela—removing President Nicolás‚ÄØ Maduro on charges of sending an influx of criminal migrants and allegedly siphoning American oil, while leaving elements of his regime in place—defies both reason and the international laws Washington once held up as a model for the world. | Days after the operation, President Donald Trump offered a clarification during a wide-ranging conversation with four New ‚ÄØYork‚&Aum…
(2026-01-11). United States Interventions in Foreign Countries from Hiroshima to Venezuela. unitedworldint.com U.S. foreign interventions, motivated by economic interests, security concerns, and ideology, have frequently led to long-term instability. By Dr. Halim Genàßoƒülu "If there is a country that has committed unspeakable atrocities in the world, it is the United States of America. They don't care for human beings. The attitude of the United States of America …
(2026-01-11). Venezuelan Journalist Diego Sequera Destroys Trump's Monroe Doctrine. orinocotribune.com It is a monumental act of war. After being kidnapped and flown to the United States, President Nicolás Maduro has pled not guilty to spurious drugs charges in New York — even as U.S. government documents admit that Venezuela is not a major drugs producer, and prosecutors concede that Maduro's supposed Cartel of the Suns never existed. | Moreover, Trump's star key witness, former Venezuelan Gen. Hugo "El Pollo" Carvajal, is a deeply compromised figure. Once a senior official in military intelligence, Carvajal has long been frozen out of power in Venezuela, and became a vocal supporter of U.S.-backed, self-pr…
newarab.com (2026-01-11). Activists slam Mamdani's criticism of anti-settlement protestNew York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has come under fire after he denounced language used at a pro-Palestine demonstration, while not condemning the the Israeli settlement event they were protesting.
npr.org (2026-01-10). Southern Yemen separatist group says it will dissolve after its head fled to the UAEYemen's main separatist group and its institutions will be dismantled effective Friday, the group's secretary-general said, following weeks of unrest in areas of southern Yemen and a day after its leader fled to the United Arab Emirates.
newsweek.com (2026-01-09). US World Cup Boycotts Grow as Trump Threatens MexicoCalls are growing on social media for international soccer fans to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is being hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
orinocotribune.com (2026-01-09). The US Propaganda Campaign to Smear Venezuela's New President Delcy Rodriguez The US "regime change" operation against Venezuela has been defeated. The Bolivarian Revolution remains firmly in power. Now, Washington's campaign against the Chavistas attempts to paint Interim President Delcy Rodriguez as compromising on the heritage of Presidents Nicolas Maduro and Hugo Chavez.
thejakartapost.com (2026-01-09). US border agent shoots and wounds two people in Portland A US immigration agent shot and wounded a man and a woman in Portland, Oregon, authorities said on Thursday
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reuters.com (2026-01-09). Mexico's Sheinbaum urges closer US coordination after Trump threatens land attacks on cartels Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Friday she has tasked her foreign minister with strengthening coordination with the United States, after President Donald Trump threatened land strikes on drug cartels, which he said were running Mexico.
aljazeera.com (2026-01-11). US woman killed by ICE agent called 'domestic terrorist': What it means
Good, a mother of three and a poet, lived in the Minneapolis neighbourhood where she was fatally shot. She was a US citizen and had no criminal background. Good's ex-husband told AP that she wasn't an activist and he hadn't known her to participate in protests. Good had dropped off her 6-year-old son at school and was driving home when she encountered ICE.
wral.com (2026-01-10). Video shows armed men beating a Palestinian in the Israeli-occupied West Bank Dozens of masked men armed with sticks beat and injured a Palestinian in the Israeli-occupied West Bank when they attacked a plant nursery, according to people who saw the attack and video footage obtained by The Associated Press.
yahoo.com (2026-01-09). 'Palestine 36' director says film is about 'refusal to disappear' Nominated by Palestine for Best International Feature, it is the most cinematically ambitious of four productions that deal with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that are in the running for an Academy Award in March.
english.palinfo.com (2026-01-09). Tens of thousands of worshipers perform Friday prayers at Aqsa Tens of thousands of Palestinians performed Friday prayers at the Aqsa Mosque and its courtyards, defying the strict Israeli restrictions in Occupied Jerusalem.
orinocotribune.com (2026-01-09). Jorge Arreaza at Massive Chavista Demonstration: US Attacks 'Deepen the Bolivarian Revolution' – Orinoco Tribune – News and opinion pieces about Venezuela and beyond On Wednesday, crowds numbering in the hundreds of thousands, representing the communes and communal counciles across Venezuela, took to the streets of Caracas to demand the release of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores
(2026-01-11). Pontífice reclama respeto a la autodeterminación de Venezuela. cubadebate.cu Desde el Palacio Apostólico, el papa León XIV renovó este domingo su llamado urgente a cultivar la paz. Tras el rezo del àÅngelus, el Pontífice lamentó que la diplomacia del consenso sea desplazada por una "diplomacia de la fuerza". Para el obispo de Roma, el mundo asiste a un retroceso donde la guerra parece "estar de moda".
(2026-01-11). Pontífice reclama respeto a la autodeterminación de Venezuela. cubadebate.cu Desde el Palacio Apostólico, el papa León XIV renovó este domingo su llamado urgente a cultivar la paz. Tras el rezo del àÅngelus, el Pontífice lamentó que la diplomacia del consenso sea desplazada por una "diplomacia de la fuerza". Para el obispo de Roma, el mundo asiste a un retroceso donde la guerra parece "estar de moda".
(2026-01-11). Venezuela: tutte le violazioni del diritto internazionale e costituzionale USA perpetrate da Donald Trump. strategic-culture.su L'operazione militare lanciata dagli Stati Uniti sotto l'amministrazione Trump contro il Venezuela ha sollevato gravi questioni legali. Dalle norme inderogabili del diritto internazionale — come la Carta delle Nazioni Unite e la Convenzione di Montego Bay — fino alle disposizioni della Costituzione americana, emergono violazioni sostanziali dei principi di legalità e dello stato di diritto, sia sul piano esterno che interno.
(2026-01-11). Argentina to pause Jerusalem embassy move over Falklands dispute. newarab.com 
The Argentinian Foreign Ministry has decided to pause plans to Israel's Channel 12 said the tensions are related to a dispute over the Falkland Islands, where the Israeli-owned Navitas Petroleum Company plans to carry out offshore drilling in 2028. | In De…
(2026-01-11). Reforming the Security Council: Power Without Accountability. moderndiplomacy.eu The United Nations was born in 1945 out of the ashes of the Second World War, with a singular mission: to prevent another global catastrophe and to safeguard sovereignty through collective security. Its Security Council, entrusted with maintaining peace, was designed as the world's ultimate arbiter of conflict. Yet today, the Council stands paralyzed, unable …
(2026-01-11). Tunisia's Moez Echargui eyes Grand Slam chance in Australia. newarab.com 
For every Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz, there are hundreds of professional tennis players doing the hard yards on the lower tours, scratching out a living before calling it a day. | Tunisia's Moez Echargui fits into that category. This time last year he was ranked just inside the top 500 and earned $2,160 for winning an ITF tournament in Monastir. | Now Echargui stands on the cusp of a career breakthrough – at an age when many journeymen are thinking about what to do once they have hung up their rackets. | A stunning run on the ATP Challenger Tour last year has lifted him to 134th in the world and into the Aus…
(2026-01-11). CIIE Stories | Where a Danish company finds 'possibility in every drop'. ecns.cn At the China headquarters of Grundfos, a Danish provider of pumps and water solutions, a photo wall captures the deep bond between the company and the China International Import Expo (CIIE) over the years.
(2026-01-11). Hong Kong high-speed rail to expand mainland links with 16 new destinations. ecns.cn The Hong Kong section of the high-speed rail connecting the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong will introduce 16 new destinations starting from Jan. 26, railway operator MTR Corporation announced on Sunday.
(2026-01-11). A Critical Turning Point for Underground CO‚ÇÇ Storage Development in the European Union. moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Yannis Bassias and Evangelos Flitris* Europe finds itself at a moment where industrial competitiveness, energy security, and climate ambition must be reconciled. The slow rollout of CO‚ÇÇ storage capacity, especially when compared with the United States, has become a defining strategic concern. Through the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA), the EU has set a …
(2026-01-11). Starmer is not a leader; he is a symptom of Labour's terminal illness. thecanary.co You know what? I don't expect any British Prime Minister to go toe-to-toe with any President of the United States of America. Not even Keir Starmer. Not because of some mythical "special relationship", as that really is utter nonsense, but because we haven't had a British Prime Minister who is willing to be an honest […] | By
(2026-01-11). US withdrawal from Global Organisations demands more than criticism. ummid.com The United States' decision to withdraw from more than sixty international organisations is not an administrative reshuffle, nor a routine assertion of sovereignty, it is a political declaration of abandonment.
(2026-01-11). Omar Says Trump's Minnesota Operations Seem to Be Pushing Toward "Martial Law" truthout.org Amidst national outrage this week over the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Nicole Good by a federal agent, members of Minnesota's congressional delegation on Saturday were blocked from full access to a federal immigration detention center in the city — but at least one lawmaker among them warns something much more sinister is now taking place in the state. "I was just denied access to… |
(2026-01-11). China celebrates two years of pioneering X-ray observations. ecns.cn Launched on Jan 9, 2024, China's Tianguan satellite celebrates two years of stable operations and sustained science in orbit on Friday.
(2026-01-11). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-11). NATO's Arctic Conundrum: Security Concerns Over Greenland. devdiscourse.com Belgium's defense minister urged NATO to initiate operations in the Arctic to respond to U.S. security concerns involving Greenland. This plea for transatlantic unity arises amidst ongoing European apprehensions over U.S. President Donald Trump's intentions to gain control over Greenland.
(2026-01-11). Cong-BJP, AIMIM-BJP alliances rock 2026 Maharashtra Civic Elections. ummid.com The ongoing elections in Maharashtra for the Municipal bodies have been rocked by, what is being termed, as 'unholy' alliances between arch-rivals Congress and BJP, and Owaisi's AIMIM and BJP.
(2026-01-11). Yvette Cooper called 'vile hypocrite' over Iran protest criticism. thecanary.co 
Under then-home secretary Yvette Cooper, Britain became significantly less tolerant towards peaceful protesters. Despite this, Cooper has seen fit to criticise Iran for its treatment of protesters: Alongside our international partners, we have condemned the killing of Iranian protestors and urged the Iranian authorities to respect the fundamental rights of their people to take part […] | By
(2026-01-11). Iran Unrest Escalates Amid U.S. Intervention Threat. devdiscourse.com The unrest in Iran has escalated, now resulting in over 500 deaths, according to a rights group on Sunday. Tehran has threatened U.S. military bases amid fears of intervention, should former President Donald Trump follow through on his threat to aid Iranian protesters.
(2026-01-11). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (the International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH and the World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to (…) | – |
(2026-01-11). A Call for Accountability in ICE Cold Minneapolis Killing. indybay.org Nationwide protests over the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis by ICE, saw protests calling for end immigration raids in cities across the country.
(2026-01-11). Wednesday 1/14: Reject Alameda Health layoffs. indybay.org Highland Hospital 3rd floor cafeteria…
(2026-01-11). How Elon Musk's SpaceX Rockets Put Passenger Planes at Risk. truthout.org When SpaceX CEO Elon Musk chose a remote Texas outpost on the Gulf Coast to develop his company's ambitious Starship, he put the 400-foot rocket on a collision course with the commercial airline industry. Each time SpaceX did a test run of Starship and its booster, dubbed Super Heavy, the megarocket's flight path would take it soaring over busy Caribbean airspace before it reached the… |
(2026-01-11). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-11). Injury Alarms and Strategic Moves: A Busy Weekend in U.S. Pro Sports. devdiscourse.com This weekend proved eventful across the U.S. sports landscape. In the NFL, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford faced tests for a finger injury, while notable exits due to injuries impacted both the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers, compromising their postseason prospects.
(2026-01-11). At OIC moot, Pakistan rejects Israel's recognition of 'Somaliland', warns of consequences. geo.tv 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar addressing Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, held on January 10, 2026 at the headquarters of the OIC General Secretariat in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. — XForeignOfficePkOIC meeting held after Israel's…
(2026-01-11). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-11). Arctic Alliances: NATO's Strategic Moves in Greenland. devdiscourse.com Britain and its NATO allies are engaging in preliminary talks on deploying military forces to Greenland amid concerns over Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic region. These discussions come as the UK aims to fortify its defenses alongside European partners like Germany and France.
(2026-01-11). Thursday 1/15: Panel On The Attack On Healthcare Workers & Patients & The Fight For Single Payer. indybay.org Registration link sdaction.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/……
(2026-01-11). Top 10 Vacation Destinations For Black Families In 2026. newsone.com 
Nothing really tops a family vacation. It's one of the few times when everyone's in the same place, on the same schedule, creating memories that actually last. For Black families, travel hits a little differently. It's not just about beaches and photos — it's about feeling safe, welcomed, and free to fully enjoy ourselves without …
(2026-01-11). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-11). Genesis Behind the American Onslaught on Latin America. ummid.com In essence it is not a strategic or geopolitics blitzkrieg, which Doanld Trump has launched against the Latin American countries but this bombastic show is essentially for the control of the global rare earth minerals.
(2026-01-11). Amid Trump's War on Antifa, Activists Face Arrest for Zines and Group Chats. truthout.org I've been making zines since I was 14 years young. I've been distributing them since I was 16. I'm now 37 years old and pursuing a doctorate in art history studying communities of zine makers. In recent years I've seen a notable increase in people talking about zines, making them, and attending zine fests — it's been heartening and wild to witness! I've watched what felt at times like this… |
(2026-01-11). Six killed in Mississippi shooting, suspect in custody. geo.tv 
Representational image showing a police vehicle and a crime scene tape. — AFPAt least six people were fatally shot on Friday night in Clay County, Mississippi, and the suspect is in custody, according to local news outlets and law enforcement, without providing further…
(2026-01-11). Iran's Turmoil and Global Repercussions: A Geopolitical Standoff. devdiscourse.com A rights group has reported over 500 deaths in Iran due to ongoing unrest, as Tehran threatens U.S. military actions if President Donald Trump intervenes to support protesters. The Iranian government's suppression of the nation's largest protests since 2022 has drawn international attention.
(2026-01-11). Israel's Netanyahu hopes to 'taper' Israel off US military aid. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-11). of Ashes: Before Bazball came Bodyline. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-11). US president says Washington 'ready to help' as Iran protests continue. geo.tv 
People gather on the streets during a protest in Mashhad, Iran on January 8, 2026. — ReutersIran looking at 'Freedom' like never before: TrumpIranian officials blame unrest on 'terrorists'.State media report municipal building burned in Karaj.WEST PALM BEACH: US President Donald…
(2026-01-11). Iran's Turmoil: A Nation at a Crossroads Amid Protests and Sanctions. devdiscourse.com In a crackdown on nationwide protests, Iran has witnessed the death of at least 538 people, with concerns that numbers might further climb, activists reported on Sunday. The unrest, sparked by economic hardships, continues to challenge the nation's theocratic government.
(2026-01-11). China's commerce ministry to boost consumption, opening-up in 2026. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce will further boost consumption and expand opening-up as part of its key work for 2026, according to a two-day national commerce work conference that ended Sunday.
(2026-01-11). China to expand services sector opening-up pilot program to nine more cities. ecns.cn China will advance the opening-up of its services sector in nine additional pilot cities, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Commerce on Friday.
(2026-01-11). Trump's EPA could limit its own ability to use new science to strengthen air pollution rules. grist.org 
(2026-01-11). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-11). CPI points to stabilization of economy. ecns.cn China's consumer inflation accelerated to its fastest pace in nearly three years in December, official data showed on Friday, signaling a stabilizing economy as recent stimulus measures continued to bolster domestic demand.
(2026-01-11). Chicago Residents Demand Investigation of Police Collaboration With ICE. truthout.org About 500 people packed Thalia Hall in Pilsen on Thursday night amid a torrential downpour to voice their frustration with the Community Commission on Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA) for not holding a hearing to probe allegations of cooperation by Chicago police with federal immigration agents sooner. Since June 2025, Chicago police officers have responded to the scenes of federal… |
(2026-01-11). Western Cape Education ready for the 2026 school year. sanews.gov.za Western Cape Education ready for the 2026 school year | The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has expressed its readiness for the 2026 academic year, with schools set to reopen on Wednesday, 14 January. | "The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is prepared and ready for the start of the 2026 school year. Educators and school-based staff will return on Monday, 12 January 2026, and learners will enter the school gates on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, to begin their first term," the provincial department said. | It further added that the beginning of a new school year sees hundreds of thousands of young p…
(2026-01-11). Minister condemns social media misinformation. sanews.gov.za Minister condemns social media misinformation | Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has condemned the photoshopping of her X account with vulgar images and misinformation as not only distasteful, but also shameful. | "In a country that is battling with a scourge of gender-based violence, the continued use of sexual images to tarnish women is deplorable at the least. The cowards responsible for the photoshop [material] represent the worst sexists and gender-based violence perpetrators," the government said in a statement on Saturday. | Acting Government spokesperson, Nomonde Mnukwa, said the governme…
(2026-01-11). China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation. ecns.cn Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday that China is willing to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs and advance the China-Lesotho strategic partnership.
(2026-01-11). You Can't Cheer For Regime Change In Iran Without Also Cheering For The US Empire. caitlinjohnstone.com.au The western press
(2026-01-11). Jilin documentary festival brings filmmakers to northeastern China. ecns.cn The second Jilin Doc Fest opened on Wednesday in Jilin, northeastern China, drawing documentary filmmakers, broadcasters, scholars and decision makers from across China and overseas to the snowy Songhua riverside city.
(2026-01-11). 70th Anniversary of Montgomery Bus Boycott – Bus Ride to Justice. indybay.org On a warm sunny day in Washington DC, after our Black Agriculture Breakfast Forum during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Week, I met Fred Gray, Sr., Esq. He remains a special determined son from the blood stain soil in the Heart of Dixie, blessed to have called and his response remains cherished wisdom.
(2026-01-11). Uprooting Olive Trees Can't Uproot the Palestinians. counterpunch.org In November, the Jerusalem Post published an essay by Susannah Schilds, the American-Israeli author of a book titled From Southerner to Settler: Unexpected Lessons from the Land of Israel. In it, she recalled the exhilar
(2026-01-11). ICE fans doxx 6yo son of murdered Renee Nicole Good. thecanary.co Trump supporters in the US have begun 'doxxing' the 6-year-old son of Renee Nicole Good, the Minneapolis mum murdered by Trump's fascist 'ICE' thugs last week. The evil campaign follows information published in US rag the New York Post that revealed which school the boy attends: As US independent journalist Ed Krassenstein pointed out: This is […] | By
(2026-01-11). Murdoch's New York Post doxxes child of slain mother. thecanary.co 
On 7 January, an agent of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in broad daylight. Now, an outlet owned by Rupert Murdoch has exposed where Good's orphaned child goes to school: It's not enough for Rupert Murdoch's New York Post that an ICE agent killed Renee Nicole Good. They had to doxx […] | By
(2026-01-11). Stopping wars or waging them? aljazeera.com We compare and contrast Trump's bid for a peacemaker legacy with the military strikes launched during his second term.
(2026-01-11). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 4- Jan. 10). ecns.cn China has decided to strengthen export control on dual-use items to Japan, effective as of Tuesday, the Ministry of Commerce announced.
(2026-01-11). 70th Anniversary of Montgomery Bus Boycott – Bis Ride to Justice. indybay.org On a warm sunny day in Washington DC, after our Black Agriculture Breakfast Forum during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Week, I met Fred Gray, Sr., Esq. He remains a special determined son from the blood stain soil in the Heart of Dixie, blessed to have called and his response remains cherished wisdom.
(2026-01-11). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT and International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal (…) | – |
(2026-01-11). China to adjust or cancel export tax rebates for photovoltaic and battery products. ecns.cn China announced on Friday that it will change export tax rebates for a range of products, including photovoltaic and battery products.Meanwhile, the export tax rebate rate for the value added tax of battery products will be reduced from 9 percent to 6 percent starting from April 1, 2026, and will be eliminated starting from Jan 1, 2027, according to the announcement.
(2026-01-11). Elon Musk blasts 'prison island' UK in showdown over Grok AI sexual images. scmp.com Elon Musk accused the UK government of being "fascist" after it stepped up threats to block X over sexualised images of women and children produced by his artificial intelligence tool Grok. | Responding to a chart claiming to show the UK had the highest arrests for social media comments in the world, Musk posted: "Why is the UK government so fascist?" In separate posts hours earlier, Musk said the UK wanted to "suppress free speech" and referred to the country as a "prison island".
(2026-01-11). Katra Medical College closure under right wing pressure sets a dangerous precedent. ummid.com The newly established medical college named Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) was closed following the ruckus created by the RSS—BJP communal elements after admission of 42 Muslim students on Merit.
(2026-01-11). Unionist MP nut gets his head fried by a bake. thecanary.co They say that Northern Ireland can be a small-minded, insular place. A locale referred to by some as 'our wee country', where a fixation with petty local bigotries blinds people to larger global concerns. Fortunately Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) MP for North Antrim Jim Allister has set his lofty sights on changing all that. In an […] | By
(2026-01-11). China will stay committed to multilateralism, FM says in response to U.S. withdrawal from multiple int'l organizations. ecns.cn No matter how the situation evolves, China will stay committed to multilateralism, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday when asked to comment on U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from 35 non-United Nations (UN) organizations and 31 UN entities.
(2026-01-11). Inside China's Tel Aviv Playbook: Blocking Somaliland and Shielding Taiwan. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese intelligence agencies in Israel rely on exploiting slow and deep personal networks to recruit or gather information from Israeli military and economic experts working in the heart of Tel Aviv. This is known in Chinese as the "Guanshi Force." In response to Chinese intelligence and military attempts to penetrate Israeli security, Israeli security officials …
(2026-01-11). President Ramaphosa to attend UAE summit. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to attend UAE summit | President Cyril Ramaphosa will participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday. | The President will undertake an official visit to the UAE from 12-13 January 2026 at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. | "The ADSW summit brings together the Heads of State and Government, the private sector leaders and civil society to promote multi-stakeholder collaboration, drive large-scale systemic change, and shape the next era of global sustainability," the Presidency said on S…
(2026-01-11). Sudan PM announces govt return to Khartoum from wartime capital. newarab.com 
Sudan's Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced on Sunday the government's return to Khartoum, after nearly three years of operating from its wartime capital of Port Sudan. | In the early days of the regular military's war with the It has pursued a gradual return to Khartoum since the army recaptured the city last March. | "Today, we return, and the Government of Hope returns to the na…
(2026-01-11). situation has become too Palestinian villagers leave their West Bank homes over harassment by Israeli settlers. haaretz.com Despite decades on their land, villagers describe daily threats from settlers — including stolen livestock, blocked roads, and attacks on children — forcing families to leave their community of Ras Ein al-Auja in the West Bank…
(2026-01-11). Chinese visitors to South Korea soar, topping Japan. ecns.cn One senior executive of a tourism platform based in South Korea told local media that Chinese tourists are indispensable and called for fostering a welcoming, understanding environment for them.
(2026-01-11). Sunday 1/11: Santa Cruz Protest: ICE Out for Good. indybay.org Ocean & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-11). Watch: Venus at Superior Conjunction with Sun Tonight. ummid.com The Planet Venus is at Superior Conjunction with the Sun tonight i.e. Tuesday January 06, 2026.
(2026-01-11). From E. Palestine to Moss Landing & Rosemont Louisiana, Corporate Poisoning & Crimes. indybay.org The criminal poisoning of people in the United States in mass incident casualty sites continues to expand. This program focuses on the East Palestine Norfolk Southern derailment, the Moss Landing battery fire in Monterey County and the massive chemical fire in Rosemont Louisiana, the people who were poisoned and the cover-up by the corporations and the government agencies and politicians who are controlled by the corporations.
(2026-01-11). Saturday 1/17: Trader Drop Petaluma Poultry. indybay.org 1885 University Ave, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-11). Meet Abu Ubaida: Al-Qassam Spokesperson Hudhaifa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout. ummid.com Abu Ubaida, whose real name is reported to be Hudhaifa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout (Abu Ibrahim), served for nearly two decades as the spokesperson of al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas.
(2026-01-11). Wang Yi reaffirms China's support for Somalia. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed on Sunday China's consistent support for Somalia in safeguarding its sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, and opposed any attempts by "Somaliland" to collude with Taiwan authorities to seek independence.
(2011-01-26). Rosenior makes flying start as Chelsea rout Charlton in FA Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Chelsea's new manager Liam Rosenior enjoyed the perfect start to his reign as the Blues thrashed Charlton 5-1 in the FA Cup third round on Saturday. | Jorrel Hato bagged his first goal for Chelsea late in the first half at The Valley and Tosin Adarabioyo doubled the visitors' lead soon after the interval. | Although Miles Leaburn got one back, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez scored to ensure Rosenior coasted to a debut victory against a Charlton team sitting 19th in the Championship. | Hired from Strasbourg to replace Enzo Maresca after the Italian parted company with the Blues last week, Rosenior ful…
(2026-01-11). Myanmar's military holds second phase of elections amid civil war. aljazeera.com Polls have opened in 100 townships across the country, with the military claiming 52 percent turnout in the first round.
(2026-01-11). Xi replies to letter from teachers, students of U.S. youth education exchange delegation. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has replied to a letter from a U.S. youth education exchange delegation comprised of teachers and students from the Diamond Minds Transformational Leadership Academy in Miami, Florida, the University of Florida and the Miami-Dade College.
(2026-01-11). Israeli settler violence forces Palestinian community to flee. newarab.com 
A The Palestinian community of Ras Ein al-'Auja, located east of
(2011-01-26). Pakistan urges OIC unity as bloc rejects Israel's recognition of Somaliland. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has urged the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the wider international community to unite in rejecting any actions that undermine Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. | The call was made by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar while addressing the 22nd Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Jeddah on Sunday, according to Radio Pakistan. | Addressing the session, Dar described the meeting as a strong demonstration of collective solidarity with Somalia in the face of what he called Israel's blatant infringement on its sovereignty. He sai…
(2026-01-11). MHT CET 2026 Registration Starts, Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The State Common Entrance Test Cell Maharashtra has started online application and registration of candidates appearing in the MHT CET 2026 (PCM and PCB) through its website 'cetcell.mahacet.org' from today i.e. Wednesday January 07, 2026.
(2026-01-11). Explained: US, Israeli Support to Protesters in Iran. ummid.com We must understand that many of the economic problems due to which the people are protesting have arisen in the first place due to various unjust policies adopted towards Iran by the USA led by President Trump.
(2026-01-11). Wednesday 1/21: Webinar: "We Can Speak for Ourselves" : A conversation With Palestinian Women. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/webinar-we……
(2026-01-11). US military strikes Islamic State in Syria. longwarjournal.org US Central Command stated that the strikes were in "direct response to the deadly ISIS [Islamic State] attack on U.S. and Syrian forces in Palmyra, Syria, on Dec. 13, 2025." However, the Islamic State has not claimed credit for that attack, which was carried out by a member of the Syrian security forces that are largely comprised of Al Qaeda's former branch in Syria and Al Qaeda-allied groups.
(2026-01-11). JEE Main 2026 Session 1 schedule shortens by one day. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has shortened the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (JEE Main January 2026) schedule by one day, as per the latest notification.
(2026-01-11). Astronaut Inspires Future Generations: Embracing Dreams for a Viksit Bharat. devdiscourse.com Describing the youth as the future makers of the nation, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Sunday emphasized the importance of owning dreams—whether in human spaceflight missions or other spheres—and working collectively to bring them to fruition.
(2026-01-11). Sāmoa set to become third Pacific nation to open Jerusalem embassy. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific SƒÅmoa is set to become the third Pacific nation to have an embassy in Jerusalem. Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Polataivao Schmidt told a gathering of the SƒÅmoa branch of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem on Tuesday he had instructed the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to begin work on the opening of an office…
(2026-01-11). Egypt aims to deny Morocco as AFCON reaches semi-final stage. newarab.com 
The Africa Cup of Nations has reached the semi-final stage and a tournament devoid of shocks now offers up two mouthwatering ties with World…
(2011-01-26). Kiplimo captures third straight world cross country title. tribune.com.pk 
Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo, the reigning Chicago Marathon champion, won his third consecutive men's crown on Saturday at the World Cross Country Championships. | The 25-year-old completed the hat-trick over 10 kilometers in a winning time of 28min 18sec with Ethiopia's Berihu Aregawi 18sec back in a third consecutive runner-up finish, with Kenya's Daniel Ebenyo third in 28: 45. | Kiplimo became only the fourth man to win three world cross country titles in a row after Ethiopia's Kenenisa Bekele (2002-2006) and the Kenyans Paul Tergat (1995-1999) and John Ngugi (1986-1989). | "To win three times, I'm so happy about…
(2026-01-11). Public Works terminates lease associated with "Cat" Matlala. sanews.gov.za Public Works terminates lease associated with "Cat" Matlala | Minister Dean Macpherson has confirmed that the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has terminated the lease agreement with Medicare 24 Tshwane District, linked to suspected criminal mastermind, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala. | This is in respect of a hospital facility situated in Pretoria West. According to the DPWI the lease agreement was terminated on Friday, 09 January 2026. | The termination follows allegations made in the Parliamentary Ad hoc Committee and an investigation by a South African media company, which detailed how Medicare 2…
(2011-01-26). Salah closer to AFCON glory. tribune.com.pk 
Mohamed Salah scored as Egypt won 3-2 to dump defending champions Ivory Coast out of the Africa Cup of Nations in a thrilling quarter-final on Saturday. | Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia netted for Egypt, then Ahmed Aboul-Fetouh conceded an own goal before half-time. | Salah then edged closer to a first Africa Cup of Nations winners medal by doubling the lead soon after the break before Guela Doue pulled a goal back for Ivory Coast, but it wasn't enough for the holders. | The jubilant Egyptians will face Senegal on Wednesday in Tangiers with the winners meeting hosts Morocco or Nigeria four days later in the fina…
(2026-01-11). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-11). AFCON: Egypt knock out Ivory Coast as Nigeria to face Morocco. newarab.com 
In Agadir, a thrilling last-eight tie saw Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia net in the first half for the Pharaohs before an own goal by Ahmed Aboul-Fetouh brought the Ivorians back into it…
(2026-01-11). Sunday 1/11: ICE Out For Good Salinas. indybay.org Blanco Road & South Main Street, Salinas…
(2026-01-11). UPSC makes face authentication at exam centers mandatory. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has made face authentication at exam centers compulsory for all candidates.
(2026-01-11). Reconnaissance flight to assess Wemmershoek fire extent. sanews.gov.za Reconnaissance flight to assess Wemmershoek fire extent | As the fire in Wemmershoek, Franschhoek continues to burn out of control, the Cape Winelands District Municipality said a reconnaissance flight will be conducted to assess the full extent of the fire. ⚪ "During the night, the fire spread rapidly down the mountain across a large area, threatening surrounding farms along the Wemmershoek Road (R301). Firefighting efforts, including aerial resources, focused primarily on structure protection. The fire later shifted back toward the R45, where recognised firefighting techniques, including backburns, were implem…
(2026-01-11). Outrage as mother of 3 shot dead by US immigration officer in Minneapolis. ummid.com Angry protests erupted in south Minneapolis, Minnesota after a mother of three children was shot dead by a federal officer with the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) United States.
(2026-01-11). Shanghai unveils new steps to support multinational companies' R&D centers. ecns.cn Shanghai released a set of 26 new measures on Thursday to further enhance the capacity of multinational companies' research and development centers in the city, aiming to better attract resources from around the world and facilitate industrial advancement.
(2026-01-11). Authors boycott Adelaide Festival after Palestinian writer axed. newarab.com 
Dozens of prominent arts and literature figures have announced they are boycotting the Adelaide Festival after it dropped The organisers dropped the author citing "cultural sensitivity" following the Bondi attack in December, where a gunman killed 15 people at
(2026-01-11). Rain expected as a result of low-pressure system. sanews.gov.za Rain expected as a result of low-pressure system | A low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the north-eastern parts of the country, bringing significant rain and thunderstorms over the coming days, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) said. ⚪ "The SAWS wishes to update the public on a low-pressure system currently located over the southern parts of Mozambique, which is expected to significantly influence weather conditions over north-eastern South Africa over the coming days," it said. ⚪ In a statement on Saturday, the weather service said current weather forecasts indicate tha…
(2026-01-11). CIIE Stories | Entering 'golden gateway' to reap 'golden fruits'. ecns.cn "The China International Import Expo (CIIE) has become a 'golden gateway' to the vast Chinese market," remarked Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during his online attendance at the opening ceremony of the fourth CIIE. Gold, a primary color in Kazakhstan's national flag and emblem, holds significant symbolic meaning, highlighting the importance of the CIIE for Kazakhstan.
(2026-01-11). Do not Forget that the War in Ukraine is under Overlapping Nuclear Umbrellas. moderndiplomacy.eu Russian President Vladimir Putin confidently declared in late 2025 that Russia was winning its war in Ukraine and Moscow's aims were entirely limited to protecting its sphere of influence. British MI6 chief Blaise Metreweli has instead warned that Russia, buoyed by the U.S.'s pro-Moscow negotiations and European dawdling, is seeking to fully subjugate Ukraine. Putin's …
(2026-01-11). Al-Hilal Replaces Ronlado's Al-Nassr as No 1 in SPL 25/26 Standings. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al Nassr has been replaced by Al Hilal as No 1 in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) latest standings released after the latter's convincing victory against Damac Sunday January 04, 2026.
(2026-01-11). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-11). Unpacked: Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs built on Intel 18A. ummid.com Tech giant Intel Inc has unpacked Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, the first computer platform built on Intel 18A, at CES 2026.
(2026-01-11). Sunday 2/8: Virtual screening of film: "A Depopulated Camp" indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/exiled-not……
(2026-01-11). Trump nod to Russia Sanctions Bill proposing 500% tariff on India. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump has approved the 'Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025' which among other things proposes 500% tariff on India and other countries buying oil from Russia.
(2026-01-11). Jamia Nursery Admission 2026-27: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) is starting the admission process in all schools (Nursery, Prep and Class 1) under its management for the academic year 2026-27 from Tuesday January 07, 2026.
(2026-01-11). Department monitors Kynsna water supply interventions. sanews.gov.za Department monitors Kynsna water supply interventions | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reassured the public that work is being done to stabilise the water supply and improve system resilience in Knysna and the broader Garden Route coastal route. | In a statement on Friday, the department said it noted with concern the escalating water supply challenges currently affecting Knysna and other coastal towns within the Garden Route District in the Western Cape. | In early December 2025, the Knysna Council at a meeting, declared the Greater Knysna Municipality as a water-stressed area. At the time, Exe…
(2026-01-11). U.S. /Israeli plans to destabilize Africa and Asia — Somaliland Recognition. iacenter.org By Sara Flounders January 9, 2026 The Israeli state's aggressive efforts as a proxy for U.S. imperialism continue in its assigned role to destabilize all of West Asia. Increasingly. Israel is also a serious U.S. partner in efforts to fragment and destabilize African countries. This was shown when on Dec. 26 Israel formally recognized the breakaway Somali region of Somaliland. The formal recognition took place only two days before Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's departure for extensive meetings with President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. The timing was the clearest signal that the recognitio…
(2026-01-11). Nevada eyes Chinese tech cooperation to boost economic diversification. ecns.cn Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony said the western US state is keen to deepen cooperation with China as it seeks to diversify its economy by attracting Chinese technology companies.
(2026-01-11). Saturday 2/7: Bay Area Women in Black Monthly Silent Vigil. indybay.org In front of the Grand Lake Theater, 3200 Grand Ave., Oakland CA…
(2026-01-11). Host Morocco advances to AFCON 2025 Semi Final. ummid.com Defeating Cameroon, Morocco has advanced to Africa Cup of Nations, commonly abbreviated as AFCON, 2025 Semi-Finals for the first time since 2004.
(2026-01-11). Yemen presidential council says Saudi coalition to lead all southern forces. newarab.com 
The head of Yemen's Presidential Council on Saturday said all military forces in "I announce the formation of a Supreme Military Committee under the command of the coalition forces," the leader of the Saudi-backed council Rashad Al-Alimi said in a televised address. | He said the committee would be responsible for "training, equipping, and directing all military forces and formations" in southern Yemen.
(2026-01-11). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2011-01-26). Palace suffer biggest ever FA Cup shock. tribune.com.pk 
Crystal Palace suffered the biggest shock in FA Cup history as the holders suffered a humiliating 2-1 defeat at sixth-tier Macclesfield, while Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior started his reign with a 5-1 rout of Charlton on Saturday. | Antoine Semenyo began his Manchester City career by scoring in a 10-1 rout of Exeter, but Tottenham boss Thomas Frank's future was plunged into doubt after a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa. | In their last FA Cup outing at Wembley in May, Palace made history by beating Manchester City to win the club's first ever major trophy. | This time Palace entered the record books for the wrong rea…
(2026-01-11). New protests hit Iran as alarm grows over crackdown 'massacre'. newarab.com 
(2026-01-11). Japanese think tank warns China's rare earth supply cut could hit Japan's GDP. ecns.cn Japan could face losses of about 660 billion yen (approximately $4.2 billion) if China's rare earth export controls remain in place for three months, resulting in a 0.11% decline in both nominal and real annual GDP, according to an estimate by Nomura Research Institute, a Japanese economic think tank.
(2026-01-11). Department to continue work to create employment opportunities. sanews.gov.za Department to continue work to create employment opportunities | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) will continue to work with municipalities and stakeholders to create much-needed work opportunities for poor and unemployed South Africans through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). | This is according to Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts, who concluded a three-day monitoring and evaluation visit to projects funded by the DFFE in the North West province on Friday. | She visited the Rustenburg Waste Tyre Depot in Tlhabane, participated in a Clean-up campaign in Rustenburg, as well…
(2026-01-11). Villarreal Successfully Defends Third Place in the Spanish Football League. radiohc.cu Havana, January 10 (RHC) — Villarreal successfully defended their third place in the Spanish football league today, after beating Alavés 3-1 on matchday 19. | After a lackluster first half, Valencia rallied thanks to Alberto Moleiro, who scored a goal and provided an assist, and Gerard Moreno. | Moleiro opened the scoring in the 49th minute, capitalizing on a poor clearance from the defense to curl the ball into the top corner of the Villarreal goal. | Shortly after (55th minute), Moreno struck again, firing home from the edge of the box after a save by goalkeeper Antonio Sivera. | Villarreal maintained thei…
(2026-01-11). Zidane experiment for Algeria backfires at Africa Cup of Nations. newarab.com 
Algeria's hopes of solving a goalkeeping crisis with a big name Zidane's goalke…
(2026-01-11). Deputy Minister emphasises importance of community-run organisations. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister emphasises importance of community-run organisations | Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, has emphasised the importance of community-run and faith-based organisations in helping to move the country forward. | "Across South Africa, community-run and faith-based organisations quietly carry a heavy responsibility, often with limited resources, yet with deep commitment. Places like Rakatane are not just facilities. They are homes, sanctuaries and bridges to a better future for children who have faced difficult circumstances. | "Government recognises that when these institutions are we…
(2026-01-11). Pro-Sisi parties dominate Egypt parliament election. newarab.com 
Egypt's election body on Saturday announced the final results of Half of the seats were filled through closed party lists and the other half by individual candidates, while five percent of MPs are appointed directly by the president. A quarter of the seats are also res…
(2026-01-11). China, Lesotho vow to advance strategic partnership to higher level. ecns.cn Lesotho and China have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the bilateral strategic partnership to a higher level and making it a model of friendly exchanges and common development between countries with different national conditions and systems, according to a joint press communique released on Sunday.
(2026-01-11). China's consumer inflation hits nearly three-year high. ecns.cn China's consumer inflation accelerated at its fastest pace in nearly three years in December, while the decline in factory-gate prices narrowed, official data showed on Friday.
(2026-01-11). Abebe Selassie to Retire as Director of the African Department at the IMF. moderndiplomacy.eu The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced the retirement of its director of the African department, Abebe Aemro Selassie, on May 1, 2026. Since his appointment in 2016, it implies that Abebe Selassie has served in this position for a decade. During his tenure, the IMF added a 25th chair to its Executive Board, increasing …
(2026-01-11). UK's 'Nightfall': A New Deep-Strike Missile for Ukraine. devdiscourse.com The British government on Sunday revealed its plans to develop a new deep-strike ballistic missile, named 'Nightfall', aimed at bolstering Ukraine's military capabilities against Russian forces.
(2026-01-11). Meeting of Styles: A Year of Los Angeles Graffiti. lataco.com Indiana Holmes shares his Top 15 Shots of 2025. Shoutout to the graff community and to everyone who participated in, and supported, this year's Meeting of Styles.
(2026-01-11). Progress made in containing Overstrand fires. sanews.gov.za Progress made in containing Overstrand fires | Firefighters remain on high alert for any signs of smoke or flames in the Overstrand area following fires in Pearly Beach and Stanford in the Western Cape. ⚪ In an update on Sunday morning, Overstrand Municipal Manager Dean O'Neill, said that good progress has been made along the border of Groeneweide and Panorama. ⚪ "On Day 8, the Pearly Beach Fire Crew made good progress overnight along the border of Groeneweide and Panorama. The left flank's active fire line has been contained, and mop-up operations will now continue," he said in a statement. ⚪ The municipality…
(2026-01-11). Unmanned transport plane makes maiden flight in Shaanxi. ecns.cn The Tianma 1000 unmanned transport plane made its maiden flight from an airport in Shaanxi province, on Jan 11, 2026.The Tianma 1000 unmanned transport plane made its maiden flight from an airport in Shaanxi province on Sunday morning, according to China North Industries Group Corp.
(2026-01-11). UK, Canada and Australia in talks to ban X over explicit Grok AI trend. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The UK, Canada, and Australia are in talks of banning Musk's X (formerly Twitter) after users used Grok, the social media platform's AI companion, to generate explicit deepfake images of women and children. The possible ban sparked mixed reactions among internet users worldwide, with many accusing the three countries of censorship and a breach of free speech. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told reporters in Canberra, "The fact that this tool was used so that people were using its image creation function through Grok is, I think, just completely abhorrent."He added, "It, once again, is an ex…
(2026-01-11). The Two Films Bollywood Must Watch. ummid.com Both films centre Muslim women not as symbols, metaphors or ideological statements, but as protagonists negotiating deeply contemporary realities.
(2026-01-11). Rallies across US after woman killed by ICE agent. newarab.com 
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Minneapolis on Saturday chanting the name of the woman killed by a federal agent in the city, amid Organizers said more than 1,000 events were planned across the United States under the slogan "ICE, Out for Good" – referring to
(2026-01-11). U.S. Lawmakers Debate Military Intervention in Iran Amid Political Unrest. devdiscourse.com In the wake of growing tensions in Iran, American lawmakers are divided over the possibility of military intervention. As the nation grapples with large-scale anti-government demonstrations, Iranian officials have blamed foreign entities and vowed to maintain the current regime's stability.
(2026-01-11). $1.5t military budget for 2027 sparks war concerns. ecns.cn United States President Donald Trump proposed a $1.5 trillion military budget for 2027 on Wednesday, a sharp increase from this year's $901 billion, fueling concerns about the potential eruption of wars.
(2026-01-11). Stop the Amazon AI data centers in Gilroy. indybay.org City of Gilroy residents are fighting to stop an Amazon Data Center within the City limits…
(2026-01-11). U.S. could lose UN General Assembly vote over unpaid dues, UN says. ecns.cn The United States could lose its voting rights in the U.N. General Assembly if it continues to withhold payment of its membership dues, a U.N. spokesperson said Wednesday.
(2026-01-11). One dead, dozens missing after Philippine dump site collapse. ecns.cn Rescue workers searched on Friday for dozens of people buried under a mountain of garbage that collapsed at a landfill in the central Philippines, killing at least one.
(2026-01-11). China moves to curb 'adultization' and commercial exploitation in children-themed micro-dramas. ecns.cn China's broadcasting regulator has issued new guidance tightening oversight of children-themed micro-dramas, citing concerns over adult-style content and the commercial exploitation of minors.
(2026-01-11). Iran president says 'rioters' must not disrupt society. newarab.com 
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday said "rioters" should not be allowed to disrupt society, in his first remarks after three nights of Protests in Iran initially sparked by anger over the rising cost of living have lasted two weeks, becoming a movement against the theocratic system in place since the 1979 revolution. | Pezeshkian in an interview with state TV on Sunday said "protesting is the people's right", but echoed authorities in drawing a l…
(2026-01-11). Israeli forces raid Palestinian wedding in occupied East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Israeli forces raided a Palestinian wedding ceremony in occupied East Jerusalem, firing live bullets and stun grenades.
(2026-01-11). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-11). Now, UPESSC Asst Professor Exam 2025 Marred by Paper Leak. ummid.com The menace of PAPER LEAKs continues to create havoc in Uttar Pradesh with the latest one to be affected is the Assistant Professor examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) in April 2025.
(2026-01-11). NEET UG 2026 Registration: NTA Issues Guidelines. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued important guidelines for the candidates ahead of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026) online application and registration.
(2026-01-11). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-11). Australia's 'antisemitism crisis' examining what's real and what isn't. asiapacificreport.nz 
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last week announced a Royal Commission into the Bondi Beach Attack and antisemitism. Andrew Brown weighs the evidence on Australia's "antisemitism crisis" for Michael West Media. ANALYSIS: By Andrew Brown Australia is being told it faces an unprecedented wave of antisemitism — a crisis requiring extraordinary measures, including a Royal…
(2026-01-11). India's Beef Debate is Not About Faith. ummid.com India's beef debate is about power, not faith — who eats well, who goes hungry, who trades, who profits, and who is punished.
(2026-01-11). Polanski denies he has a 'first preference' for Labour leader. thecanary.co 
As Rose Cocker reported for the Canary on 9 January, Zack Polanski has said he'd be open to a pact with the Labour Party. There would be conditions to this Reform-stopping pact, however, with the main one being that Labour would have to flush the hated floater that is Keir Starmer. Since his interview, various people […] | By
(2026-01-11). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-11). Thursday 1/22: Webinar: Report back from our 77th Delegation to Palestine. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/d77-report……
(2026-01-11). Madhya Pradesh: The System Operating Without Accountability. ummid.com Madhya Pradesh is facing a harsh reality these days. Even the most basic needs of common people are not safe anymore.
(2026-01-11). Protest murder by ICE stormtrooper in Minneapolis! iacenter.org January 9, 2026 Protest murder by ICE stormtrooper in Minneapolis! The International Action Center is circulating the following statement from the Legalization for All Network, published in FightBack News Jan. 7. WW endorses the call for demonstrations and vigils — which are already taking place — to protest the murder of Renee Good by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) stormtroopers. The Legalization for All Network is angered at this act of terror and murder in Minneapolis! From a video showing ICE agent drawing weapon just before firing into car in Minneapolis. Jan. 7, 2026. On Wednesday…
(2026-01-11). Villa Clara and other Cuban provinces across the island prepare for combat readiness. radiohc.cu 
By Abel Alejandro Pérez García | With the goal of ensuring ever-increasing combat readiness, the people of Villa Clara and their authorities on Saturday conducted drills in response to potential attacks at various strategic and economic points in the province, as part of Territorial Defense Day. | Lieutenant Colonel Yordanys Cervantes Lozada, Chief of Staff of the Santa Clara Military Sector, explained to journalists present that preparation, protection and firefighting actions were carried out in that municipality in response to possible damage caused by enemy attacks. | At the Villa Clara Operational Region (RM…
(2026-01-11). Pakistan seeks justice for environmental harm through climate litigation. globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-11). Starmer's AI policy could be the death knell for 'build baby build'. thecanary.co This article is part of a series looking at the risks to the UK's water security, which are being amplified by our current Labour government. You can read the AI data centres Water Crisis series here. Britain has failed to build enough affordable houses for decades now, and the problem could actually get worse. Despite making […] | By
(2026-01-11). China breaks ground on its first sea-recovery reusable rockets plant. ecns.cn China has begun construction on its first "super plant" for reusable rockets that can be recovered at sea in the eastern city of Hangzhou.
(2026-01-11). DU Admission Brochure 2026 Released: Key Points to Note. ummid.com The Delhi University (DU) Vice Chancellor Prof Yogesh Singh has published the DU Admission Brochure 2026 on its official website, explaining the admission process, eligibility criteria, how Common Seat Allocation System – CSAS (UG) 2026 works and other details for undergraduate (UG) students.
(2026-01-11). India, Bangladesh must rise above populism, hardline pressure. ummid.com Bangladesh and India must rise above populism and hardline pressures to rebuild trust.
(2026-01-11). '48 Palestinians protest against recent Israeli police killings. newarab.com 
A group of around 300 protesters gathered outside the…
(2026-01-11). Snivelling Starmer hits new low after Trump-Greenland fiasco. thecanary.co 
2026 has gotten off to a horrendous start, with the US violating its neighbours and murdering its own citizens. History will look back at these events as the actions of a rogue state which has fully embraced its worse tendencies. Politicians of the moment, meanwhile, have looked to Donald Trump and cowered. Starmer has been […] | By
(2026-01-11). China to beef up personal data protection in internet applications. ecns.cn China's cyberspace regulator on Saturday released draft rules regulating the collection and use of personal information by internet applications, seeking public feedback.
(2026-01-11). Operation Hawkeye: US launches large scale airstrikes against ISIS in Syria. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States has carried out another set of retaliatory airstrikes against ISIS in Syria, following an ambush last month that resulted in the deaths of two American soldiers and a US civilian interpreter. | According to US Central Command, the coordinated strikes—conducted with partner forces—took place around 12: 30 pm ET and targeted several ISIS locations across Syria. | "Our message remains strong: if you harm our war fighters, we will find you and kill you anywhere in the world, no matter how hard you try to evade justice," US Central Command said in a statement on Saturday.
(2026-01-11). Friday 1/9: San Jose: Vigil & Rally Against the ICE Murder in Minneapolis. indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(2026-01-11). A ghost town votes in Myanmar election's second phase. aljazeera.com Hpapun was once a bustling town with its own airport. Now it's empty and Sunday's election there is meaningless.
(2026-01-11). Musk changes X's Iran flag emoji to defunct Shah-era version. thecanary.co 
Hitler-saluting billionaire Elon Musk has changed the 'Iran flag' emoji on his 'X' platform. The flag went from being the up-to-date official Islamic Republic's flag to the Shah-era 'Lion and Sun' version defunct in the late 70s. The move comes as the US, Israel, UK and their propagandists spread clearly-coordinated propaganda, apparently using old photos […] | By
(2026-01-11). Aryna Sabalenka wins Brisbane title ahead of Australian Open. aljazeera.com World no 1 becomes back-to-back champion at the Brisbane International with a straight-sets victory over Marta Kostyuk.
(2026-01-11). Monday 1/12: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-01-11). CIIE Stories | UAE highlights shared vision at CIIE. ecns.cn In the eyes of this "old friend", the UAE and China share significant commonalities, with both countries highly aligned in their ideals of openness, inclusivity, innovation-driven development, and global collaboration. The CIIE serves as a "golden bridge" that carries this shared vision.
(2026-01-11). Tommy Robinson accidentally exposed himself again. thecanary.co 
Tommy Robinson enjoys a wide range of support from users on X/Twitter. Or does he? The problem is we're not sure how many of Tommy Robinson's supporters are actually just Tommy Robinson: Tommy Robinson is writing letters to himself again. pic.twitter.com/bDiY8pJWYw — Mukhtar (@I_amMukhtar) January 10, 2026 As Mukhtar suggests, Robinson has seemingly exposed himself […] | By
(2026-01-11). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2026-01-11). Chinese firms top global humanoid robot market in 2025: new report. ecns.cn Chinese manufacturers topped the global humanoid robot market in 2025, with Shanghai-based AgiBot ranking first worldwide by shipments and market share, according to a report released by market research firm Omdia.
(2026-01-11). Dozens of Israeli strikes hit south Lebanon, 'target Hezbollah'. newarab.com 
The Israeli army struck an area of southern Lebanon on Sunday after issuing an evacuation warning, Lebanese state media said, with the military saying it attacked Hezbollah infrastructure. | The strikes came days after the Lebanese military said it had completed disarming Hezbollah south of the Litani River, the first phase of a nationwide plan, Lebanon's official National News Agency (NNA) reported that "enemy warplanes launched more than 10 raids on the thre…
(2026-01-11). "No Other Country" — Israel, the Pariah. counterpunch.org Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Imag
(2011-01-26). Sabalenka fires Australian Open warning with Brisbane domination. tribune.com.pk 
World number one Aryna Sabalenka warmed up for a tilt at a third Australian open title in four years in ominous fashion by winning her second successive Brisbane International crown on Sunday. | Sabalenka scored a dominant 6-4, 6-3 win over Marta Kostyuk in just 78 minutes. | "Every day you go out there and prove your level, and I think this week I did it really well," said Sabalenka after a tournament in which she powered to the title without dropping a set. | Looking ahead to the Australian Open, which begins next Sunday, Sabalenka said: "The only thing I know is that I'll be there, I'll be fighting." | Sala…
(2026-01-11). bet on Iran regime change will force Israel to rethink strike plans. haaretz.com Israeli intelligence sees a long-term erosion of Iran's regime, marked by eased hijab enforcement and deep infrastructure failures. As Trump presses for regime change, Netanyahu signals readiness to phase out U.S. military aid, reshaping Israel's strategic calculus…
(2026-01-11). Wednesday 1/28: Virtual Delegation – Wadi Fouqin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-01-11). Controversy Surrounds Trump's Portrait at Smithsonian. devdiscourse.com The portrait of President Donald Trump at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery has stirred controversy after references to his impeachments were removed. The alterations in Trump's display have sparked discussions about how the museum portrays American history, amid claims of bias.
(2026-01-11). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). US Escalation in the Caribbean and Latin America Live Updates. cepr.net
(2026-01-11). Supreme Court Thompson ruling could enable secretary of state to conceal involvement of state agents in troubles killings. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-11). IDF: Soldier wounded during raid in West Nablus, searches for shooter underway. haaretz.com
(2026-01-11). Comicomment: No country has the right to act as the world's police. ecns.cn
(2026-01-11). Myanmar: perpetuates instability, serious human rights violations. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Cuba actualiza tarifas de peaje de Varadero como parte de ajustes tributarios para 2026. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno cubano, en cumplimiento del principio de gradualidad establecido en la Ley 113 del Sistema Tributario y en correspondencia con las condiciones actuales de la economía nacional, ha implementado para el año 2026 un grupo de adecuaciones tributarias dirigidas a potenciar la captación de ingresos.
(2026-01-11). Fidel sobre Celia: "Era muy exigente y muy meticulosa en todos los detalles" (+Fotos y Video). cubadebate.cu En ocasión del aniversario de la desaparición física de Celia Sánchez Manduley, destacada luchadora de la clandestinidad en el llano, y figura esencial en los preparativos de la expedición del yate Granma y del inicio de la lucha en la Sierra Maestra, Cubadebate y el Sitio Fidel Soldado de las Ideas rinden homenaje a su legado y compromiso con la Revolución Cubana.
(2026-01-11). Pronti per un 2026 nel segno della Meloni. strategic-culture.su Ad un certo punto l'Italia dovrà comunque fare una scelta definitiva: Stati Uniti o Unione Europea. | Segue nostro Dalla "prudenza gestionale" alla spinta al riarmo | àà cominciato il nuovo anno 2026 e, dobbiamo dirlo con tutta onestà , nei pochi giorni già trascorsi sono successe cosਠtante cose che potrebbero bastare per tutto l'anno. | Guardando all'Italia, Giorgia Meloni ha impresso una svolta di intensità bellica alla po…
(2026-01-11). Día Nacional de la Defensa: Ratifican en Matanzas cohesión y capacidad para defender la patria. cubadebate.cu En todo el país se ha desarrollado el Día Nacional de la Defensa, una de las formas de materializar el carácter popular de la concepción defensiva y complemento importante del sistema de preparación, como vía facilita la participación de la población en las tareas de la defensa de la patria.
(2026-01-11). Día Nacional de la Defensa: Ratifican en Matanzas cohesión y capacidad para defender la patria. cubadebate.cu En todo el país se ha desarrollado el Día Nacional de la Defensa, una de las formas de materializar el carácter popular de la concepción defensiva y complemento importante del sistema de preparación, como vía facilita la participación de la población en las tareas de la defensa de la patria.
(2026-01-11). Díaz-Canel rechaza declaraciones de Trump y reafirma la soberanía de Cuba. cubadebate.cu "No tienen moral para señalar a Cuba en nada, absolutamente en nada, quienes convierten todo en negocio, incluso las vidas humanas", afirmó el jefe de Estado, al referirse a lo que calificó como una campaña de hostilidad y descrédito contra la nación caribeña.
(2026-01-11). Gobierno cubano niega rumores en redes sobre paralización de actividades en el país. cubadebate.cu No es cierta la información que circula en redes sociales y que se atribuye a la Presidencia de la República de Cuba, sobre un supuesto cese de actividades en el país, informa Presidencia Cuba. Convocamos a nuestro pueblo a seguir informándose por los canales oficiales.
(2026-01-11). Dedicarán a Eduardo Sosa próxima edición del Festival de Trovadores Longina Canta a Corona. cubadebate.cu La próxima edición del Festival de Trovadores Longina Canta a Corona, programada para enero de 2027, estará dedicada al destacado cantautor cubano Eduardo Sosa, según se conoció en la noche de este viernes durante las actividades culturales que se desarrollan en Villa Clara como parte de la trigésima edición del evento.
(2026-01-11). Dedicarán a Eduardo Sosa próxima edición del Festival de Trovadores Longina Canta a Corona. cubadebate.cu La próxima edición del Festival de Trovadores Longina Canta a Corona, programada para enero de 2027, estará dedicada al destacado cantautor cubano Eduardo Sosa, según se conoció en la noche de este viernes durante las actividades culturales que se desarrollan en Villa Clara como parte de la trigésima edición del evento.
(2026-01-11). Refugios para animales: øQué debes saber? IV. cubadebate.cu Continuaremos tratando sobre los refugios, pero a partir de otros elementos importantes, que es necesario que se conozcan, para denotar que no es tan simple o sencillo el montaje y puesta en funcionamiento de los refugios para animales, porque no se trata de cuidar bienes, sino de atender, cuidar, proteger, manejar, prevenir, sanar y velar íntegramente por la salud y el bienestar de seres vivos, sintientes.
(2026-01-11). Refugios para animales: øQué debes saber? IV. cubadebate.cu Continuaremos tratando sobre los refugios, pero a partir de otros elementos importantes, que es necesario que se conozcan, para denotar que no es tan simple o sencillo el montaje y puesta en funcionamiento de los refugios para animales, porque no se trata de cuidar bienes, sino de atender, cuidar, proteger, manejar, prevenir, sanar y velar íntegramente por la salud y el bienestar de seres vivos, sintientes.
(2026-01-11). Chinese navy hospital ship pays first visit to Brazil. ecns.cn The Chinese navy hospital ship "Silk Road Ark" arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, beginning a seven-day goodwill visit to Brazil that includes a series of medical exchange activities.
(2026-01-11). Díaz-Canel rechaza declaraciones de Trump y reafirma la soberanía de Cuba. cubadebate.cu "No tienen moral para señalar a Cuba en nada, absolutamente en nada, quienes convierten todo en negocio, incluso las vidas humanas", afirmó el jefe de Estado, al referirse a lo que calificó como una campaña de hostilidad y descrédito contra la nación caribeña.
(2026-01-11). Cuba desmiente supuesto aumento del precio del pasaporte para residentes en el exterior. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno cubano desmintió este domingo la información que circula en redes sociales sobre un supuesto aumento en el precio del pasaporte cubano para los residentes en el exterior.
(2026-01-11). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-11). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-11). Thursday 1/15: Thursday Human Billboard for Palestine. indybay.org üìç El Cerrito Plaza San Pablo Ave and Carlson, in front of Daiso üï∞…
(2011-01-26). Villarreal sink Alaves to stay in La Liga hunt. tribune.com.pk 
Villarreal eased to a 3-1 victory over Alaves on Saturday to move clear of Atletico Madrid in third in La Liga and stay in contention to win the Spanish title. | Alberto Moleiro, Gerard Moreno and Georges Mikautadze struck in the second half to cut Barcelona's lead to eight points, having played one fewer game than the Catalan champions. | Villarreal climbed three points ahead of Atletico and within four of second-placed Real Madrid, who have both also played an extra game. | "We hope we're capable of winning (our game in hand) too and adding three more points to this extraordinary first half of the season," V…