(2026-03-21). Weaponizing Oil: Ecocide, Imperialism And The Chemical Warfare Brigades. popularresistance.org Last weekend the zionist entity continued its unprovoked war of aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran with its largest benefactor and partner in imperialism and international gangsterism, the United States. The tactics utilized by the zionist entity against Iran were and have been similar to those used against all of the nations and peoples it has attacked and continues to attack including Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Palestine (both Gaza and the Occupied West Bank). Yet for all these tactics, there is one that even caught the attention of mainstream, bourgeois media outlets like the New York Times even i…
(2026-03-20). Palantir and the Silicon Valley Death Machine: Tech Giants Profiting from Israeli Genocide and American Empire. counterpunch.org 
The tech giants are not neutral innovators. They are the gleaming, blood-drenched arsenal of a dying empire, and Palantir Technologies stands tallest among them. In the pulverized streets of Gaza—where more than 72,000 Palestinians have been massacred since October 2023—Palantir's AI killing machines ("Lavender," "Gospel," "Where's Daddy?") have become the Israeli military's most trusted executioners.
(2026-03-20). Eid Between Memory and Survival. progressive.org In years past, the sights, smells, and sounds of Eid preparations were enchanting. The genocide in Gaza changed all of that.
(2026-03-20). European Peace Movements Organize Against Militarization. popularresistance.org Trade unionists, activists, organizers and politicians from the region came together in Brussels on March 14 for a peace conference organized by the Stop Militarization platform. | A one-day event in the heart of the EU capital, the gathering brought together 350 participants and offered a plenary session that traced the general issues at the heart of the conference, followed by a choice between four workshops covering European rearmament, youth organizing against militarization, the false promises of military Keynesianism and the genocide in Palestine. The closing plenary centred trade unions that organize again…
(2026-03-20). Andaman Sea "Ghost" Fleet: The Invisible Oil Fueling Myanmar's Genocide. fairobserver.com There is a stretch of water between Myanmar, Bangladesh and Thailand where the Rohingya humanitarian crisis and the interests of Iran's "Shadow Fleet" converge. The Andaman Sea is no longer just a migratory route; it has evolved into a lethal criminal ecosystem. Here, invisibility is a deliberate strategy used to move both human lives and…
(2026-03-20). Israelis kill family ⚪ then gloat. electronicintifada.net Israel has committed at least 2,073 violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
(2026-03-21). UN chief says he is cooperating with Trump's Board of Peace on Gaza, Politico reports. tribune.com.pk 
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres welcomed the aim of Donald Trump's Board of Peace to fund and deliver the basics of a Gaza reconstruction plan to rebuild Palestinian homes and infrastructure, Politico reported on Saturday. | "There is an objective there that was defined, approved by the Security ‚Å Council, and we are cooperating actively with structures created by the Board of Peace," Guterres told the news outlet in an interview. | Read: Oil eases on hopes for Strait of Hormuz pass…
(2026-03-21). Muslims worldwide mark Eidul Fitr amid Iran war, Gaza crisis. tribune.com.pk 
Muslims across the world marked Eidul Fitr, celebrating the end of the holy month of Ramazan, during which they fast from dawn to dusk. | The festival begins with the sighting of the new moon, signalling the start of Shawwal. As some countries depend on physical moon sightings, the date of Eid can differ by region. Consequently, nations such as Mali, Niger and Afghanistan observed the occasion on Thursday, while much of the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia celebrated on Friday. | Worshippers offer congregational Eid prayers at the Kaaba in Makkah [AFP] | Eid prayers offered by worshippers. — AFP…
(2026-03-20). US-Israel-Iran war boosts Netanyahu, bruises Trump and Gulf states. tribune.com.pk 
If the US-Israeli war on Iran ended tomorrow, one verdict is already clear: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would walk away stronger, while President Donald Trump would be left to manage the shock to global markets and Gulf allies who have borne the heaviest costs. | For Netanyahu, analysts say, the war has redrawn Israel's political map on his terms, pivoting attention away from Gaza and toward Iran, where national consensus is strongest and his security and economic credentials resonate most. | For Trump, it has done the reverse: trapping him in a conflict with no clear exit, exposing his Gulf Arab allies…
(2026-03-21). The Hormuz Effect: Why Your South Mumbai Flat Will Get Pricier. ummid.com Even if the Gulf war ends tomorrow, the Strait of Hormuz opens and shipping resumes normally, the additional real estate costs will not reduce immediately.
(2026-03-21). Three weeks in, Iran war escalates beyond Trump's control. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump ends the third week of the Iran war confronting a crisis that seems to be slipping out of his hands: global energy prices are surging, the United States stands isolated from allies and more troops are preparing to deploy despite his promise that the war would be only a "short excursion". | A defensive Trump called other NATO countries "cowards" for refusing to help secure the Strait of Hormuz and insisted the campaign was unfolding according to plan. But his declaration on Friday that the battle "was militarily won" clashed with the reality of a defiant Iran th…
(2026-03-21). UK Allows US To Use British Bases for Strikes on Iran. news.antiwar.com The UK government is allowing American forces to use British air bases for attacks on Iran, with officials saying the bases could now be used for operations in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. On Friday, Downing Street said officials had "approved an expansion of the targets to help protect ships in the strait," according to …
(2026-03-21). No Naval Escort for Trump: US Allies and the Strait of Hormuz. globalresearch.ca With each dragged out day, President Donald Trump begins resembling a mad emperor who has not only taken leave of his senses but leave of everything else. Having hitched his wagon to the Israeli program of chaos and destabilisation in …
(2026-03-21). UK approves US use of British bases to strike Iran missile sites targeting ships. tribune.com.pk 
The British government gave authorisation on Friday for the United States to use military bases in Britain to carry out strikes on Iranian missile sites that are attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz. | British ministers met on Friday to discuss the war with Iran and Iran's blocking of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Downing Street statement. | "They confirmed that the agreement for the US to use UK bases in the collective self-defence of the region includes US defensive operations to degrade the missile ‚Å sites and capabilities…
(2026-03-21). Pentagon doing its best to hide destructions caused by Iran. ummid.com Iran's retaliatory attacks on the American bases and assets in the Middle East have inflicted huge material and human losses, but Pentagon is trying its best to hide.
(2026-03-21). China says assassination of Iranian leadership "unacceptable" , calls for the end of the war. peoplesdispatch.org Iran warned the UK and other European countries not to allow their military bases to be used by the US, saying it would be considered "participation in aggression" and will invite retaliation.
(2026-03-21). In call with Bahrain king, PM Shehbaz says Pakistan continues supporting efforts to ending regional hostilities. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told Bahrain's king on Saturday that Pakistan would continue its support for all diplomatic efforts aimed at bringing an end to the current conflict in the Middle East. | The current Middle East conflict erupted on February 28 when US and Israeli forces launched coordinated strikes on Iran. The attacks quickly escalated, with Iran retaliating through drone and missile strikes targeting US assets and allied interests across the Gulf. | Pakistan has maintained a cautious but supportive stance, calling for restraint and dialogue while avoiding direct involvement. Islamabad has expres…
(2026-03-21). Putin tells Tehran: Russia stands by Iran. tribune.com.pk 
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Iranian leaders on Nowruz and said Moscow remained a loyal friend and reliable partner to Tehran, the Kremlin said on Saturday. | The extent of Moscow's support for Iran, though, is in dispute. Some Iranian sources have said that they have had little real help from Moscow in the biggest crisis for Iran since the US-backed Shah was toppled in the 1979 revolution. | Putin sent congratulations to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah ‚Å Mojtaba Khamenei and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian…
(2026-03-21). Russia condemns attack on Iran's Natanz facility as IAEA urges 'military restraint'. tribune.com.pk 
The Russian Foreign Ministry on Saturday condemned a US‚ÄëIsrael attack on Iran's Natanz enrichment facility, while the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) urged military restraint to avoid a nuclear incident in the region. | "This is a blatant violation of international law," the ministry's spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said in a statement. | Earlier, IAEA said on X that Iran had informed it of the attack on the Natanz nuclear site. No increase in radiation levels was reported, and the IAEA said it was 'looking into the report. | Director General of the IAEA Rafael Mariano Grossi reiterate…
(2026-03-21). Iran's architecture of resistance and strategic strikes: The silent support of China and Russia. uwidata.com By Umur Tugay Yàºcel Iran's current capacity to resist the United States and to continue striking strategic targets cannot be reduced to a single reason. This capacity and sustainability certainly cannot be considered independently of Chinese and Russian support. The trade, payment systems, and defense collaborations that Iran has developed with China and Russia in …
(2026-03-21). Refiners in India, Asia look to buy Iranian oil after US waives sanctions. tribune.com.pk 
Indian refiners plan to resume buying Iranian oil while refiners elsewhere in Asia are examining such a move after Washington temporarily removed sanctions to alleviate an energy crunch caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran, traders said on Saturday. | Three Indian refining sources said they will buy Iranian oil and are awaiting government directions and clarity from Washington on details such as payment terms. | Refiners in India, which have much smaller crude stockpiles than other big Asian oil importers, rushed to book Russian oil after the US recently lifted s…
(2026-03-21). Will Trump Break The Nuclear Taboo? popularresistance.org President Donald Trump has been on quite a roll. | Since just the beginning of the year, he has kidnapped the Venezuela president, threatened to invade Greenland and Colombia and has dragged the U.S. — and seemingly much of the Middle East — into a new war by joining with Israel to attack Iran, something that even the biggest hawks among recent U.S. presidents have managed to avoid. | That's on top of bombing seven countries in 2025. | The 2024 campaign promises of a peace president who will end the forever wars have evaporated, only to be replaced by unrestrained use of military force and a seeming d…
(2026-03-21). Iran's 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' Models. ummid.com As US-Israel versus Iran conflict intensifies, Iran's decentralised 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' layered leadership models ensure military operations persist despite leadership losses.
(2026-03-21). How the US and Israel Came Close to Launching a War on Iran 20 Years Ago. scheerpost.com Trump isn't the first US president tempted by an Israeli plan to destroy Iran and thereby "remake the Middle East", as this extract from my book Israel and the Clash of Civilisations sets out Jonathan Cook Substack In 2008, Pluto Press published my book "Israel and the Clash of Civilisations: Iraq, Iran and the Plan …
(2026-03-21). Indian Diplomacy Falters on Iran War. ummid.com The US-Israel attacks on Iran has placed India in an uncomfortable diplomatic position, exposing the limits of its much-touted strategic autonomy.
(2026-03-21). Ecuador's Netanyahu and Trump supporters target Ecuadorian—Iranian Cultural Center. globalvoices.org People who witnessed the violent attack experienced physical and psychological impairments Global Voices Screenshot from a video announcing Operation Epic Fury, which the United States and Israel
(2026-03-21). Iran seeks guarantees, compensation to end war with US, Israel. ummid.com In a major rebuke to Donald Trump, Iran Thursday March 12, 2026 sought guarantees and compensation to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel.
(2026-03-21). Trump White House Plagiarized Iran War Manifesto from Israel-Aligned Think Tank. scheerpost.com Wyatt Reed and Max Blumenthal ∑ The GrayZone The Trump White House plagiarized its justification for attacking Iran from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, the main DC outfit promoting war with Tehran. The think tank was originally founded to "enhance Israel's image," and partners closely with the Israeli government. The Trump Administration appeared to plagiarize its …
(2026-03-21). Kataib Hezbollah Halts Attacks On US Embassy In Baghdad. popularresistance.org On 19 March, Iraq's Kataib Hezbollah announced a five-day pause in attacks on the US Embassy in Baghdad, contingent upon Israel halting its attacks on Beirut and ceasing bombardments in Iraqi cities, as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues to expand throughout West Asia. | The group said its secretary-general "issued orders to suspend operations targeting the US Embassy in Baghdad for a period of five days," warning that "the response will be immediate" if the terms are violated. | The terms include Israel "cease the destruction and bombardment of the southern suburbs in Beirut," and called for "a commitment to n…
(2026-03-21). Trump's top official says Israel dragged US into war with Iran, quits. ummid.com In another setback for US President Donald J Trump, Joseph Kent, the head of the country's National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned from his position over the US-Israel war against Iran.
(2026-03-21). Israeli military says it is striking Hezbollah targets in Beirut. tribune.com.pk 
The Israeli military said early on Saturday it was striking Hezbollah targets in Beirut after issuing an evacuation warning for seven neighbourhoods in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital. There were no immediate reports of casualties. | Read: Spokesperson for Iran's Revolutionary Guards killed in strike, state TV says | Israel has been stepping up airstrikes against Lebanon in the third week of its war with Iran-backed Hezbollah. | The Hezbollah-Israel conflict has become the deadliest spillover of the US-Israeli war on Iran since the Lebanese fighter groups fired at Israel in support of Tehran on Ma…
(2026-03-21). Amid claims he's dead, Netanyahu's 3rd video billed AI generated. ummid.com Amid the wild claims that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara have been killed in an Iranian missile attack, his third video posted as a proof he is live has been billed as AI generated.
(2026-03-21). Govt urges public to adopt further austerity measures, cooperate to conserve energy amid Mideast fuel crisis. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government urged the public on Saturday to adopt further austerity measures in daily life and to cooperate with the authorities in conserving energy in light of the fuel crisis created by the conflict in the Middle East. | Two weeks ago, the government sharply increased diesel and petrol prices by Rs55 per litre or 20% — due to the ongoing US-Israel and Iran war, which has disrupted supply chains and pushed crude oil prices to two years' highest level. | The increase in petrol prices was more than the surge in the international market, as the government chose to collect more money than requir…
(2026-03-21). The Empire Is Shaking; How the War Against Iran Could End U.S. Hegemony in the Gulf. scheerpost.com Fabian Scheidler More than two weeks after the start of the war of aggression against Iran, the U.S. and Israelhave still not achieved their war aim of regime change, and it is unlikely that they will achieveit this way. History shows that airstrikes alone do not usually lead to victory, let alone theoverthrow of governments. …
(2026-03-21). A web of sensors: How the US spots missiles and drones from Iran. |
(2026-03-21). Acting President of Venezuela Meets Outgoing Military High Command in Miraflores Palace. orinocotribune.com
(2026-03-21). Jordanian political prisoner dies in detention, family demands justice. peoplesdispatch.org Over the last couple of years there has been an unprecedented According to Amnesty International,
(2026-03-21). How Masjid Haram in Makkah and Masjid Nabawi are perfumed in Ramadan. ummid.com The Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque in Madinah receive extensive care in all aspects of their operations and services, including perfuming their premises with oud, incense, and fine fragrances to create a spiritual atmosphere for worshippers and Umrah performers.
(2026-03-21). Overconfidence Is How Wars Are Lost. portside.org Overconfidence Is How Wars Are Lost |
(2026-03-21). How BJP Became The Congress It Promised To Bury. ummid.com bjp, bhartiya janata party, bjp vs congress, bjp politics…
(2026-03-21). Musk found liable to Twitter shareholders in fraud lawsuit over $44b takeover. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-21). Contra RFK, Jr., Independent Science Autism Committee Meets. portside.org Contra RFK, Jr., Independent Science Autism Committee Meets |
(2026-03-21). Renaming of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College sparks outrage. ummid.com The Assam cabinet's decision to approve the proposal to rename the Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College in Barpeta has sparked outrage.
(2026-03-21). Operation Epic Fury Explained: Riches and Domination Drive This War. truthout.org Operation Epic Fury makes perfect sense. To understand it, you simply have to ignore previous political and military norms. The simplest explanation is that the war fits Donald Trump's two primary principles: enrichment and domination. The consensus on the left is that the U.S. war on Iran is impulsive, senseless, incomprehensible, illogical, not strategic, and not in the U.S. national interest. |
(2026-03-21). Ending the war through diplomacy is the only path forward. strategic-culture.su By Peter KUZNICK and Ivana NICOLIC HUGHES | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | If we can imagine such a world, we can create it. | Tha…
(2026-03-21). Weed Killer May Be Causing Cancer "Hot Spots" Across the Midwest. truthout.org A new analysis links high use of the weed killer glyphosate to elevated rates of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), particularly in the Midwest, reinforcing years of research linking cancer to the weed killer made popular by Monsanto. The analysis by Food & Water Watch (FWW), a nonprofit public health advocacy group, looked at counties that spray the highest amounts of glyphosate herbicides in the… |
(2026-03-21). Joe Kent's Resignation, in His Own Words, Reveals MAGA's Fracture Over War—Not a Break From Empire. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff In an era when truth is buried under talking points and foreign entanglements are sold as inevitabilities, few officials ever dare to break ranks. But in this interview, former head of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent does exactly that — stepping forward to expose how, in his view, the United States …
(2026-03-21). Maharashtra colleges violating girls fee waiver scheme to face action. ummid.com In a stern warning to the colleges in Maharashtra denying admission to girl students under the state's fee waiver scheme, the government said affiliation of such institutes could be cancelled.
(2026-03-21). India's five key states to elect new assemblies in April 2026. ummid.com The Election Commission of India (ECI) Sunday March 15, 2026 announced the election schedule of India's five key states namely — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
(2026-03-21). ASEAN's Strategic Dilemma in the U.S.-China Semiconductor Race. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer The semiconductor competition is today one of the most strategic arenas of U.S.-China rivalry worldwide. The days of arcane technical supply chains and niche policymaking are over, for semiconductors today are the very lifeblood of contemporary economies—and a theater of geopolitical rivalry. The China-U.S. chip war is as much a struggle …
(2026-03-21). Radhika Madan Dazzles at Lakme Fashion Week Runway for NIF Global. devdiscourse.com Bollywood actor Radhika Madan recently made waves as she walked the ramp for NIF Global's designers Mannat Jain and Sneha Ali Shetty on the second day of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW). The dynamic event served as a platform for budding designers across India to exhibit their innovative collections.
(2026-03-21). Bad Bunny's Record-Breaking Popularity Proves That Latinos are Paving the Way in the Americas. fairobserver.com Bad Bunny, a Puerto Rican icon born Benito Martínez Ocasio in Bayamón in 1994, made history at the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show. His performance is historic for many reasons. One of the most significant reasons is that it is the first halftime show since Super Bowl I in 1967 to be performed entirely in…
(2026-03-21). When New Guards Readied to Lead Nepal. ummid.com When most of the veterans and their parties failed to impress the electorates of Nepal in the recently conducted single day polling on 5 March 2026, a relatively new party and young leaders earned mandates in the Himalayan republic.
(2026-03-21). Spotlight on Gender Representation: Congress Leader Calls for More Seats for Women. devdiscourse.com On Saturday, V D Satheesan, Kerala's Leader of Opposition, emphasized the need for more female representation in the Assembly elections, acknowledging dissatisfaction with the current allocation.
(2026-03-21). How online distrust is rewriting reality. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-21). Root cause of major problems the world is facing today. ummid.com Both these phenomenon, Colonialism and Imperialism, have been the forces at the roots of major problems which the world is facing today.
(2026-03-21). Trump is the most dangerous man in the world. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-21). Meet Mohd Umair: AMU Alumnus Selected as ISRO Scientist. ummid.com Aligarh Muslim University: Mohammed Umair, an alumnus of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), has been selected as a Scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
(2026-03-21). Brits Told to Work From Home and Use Ovens Less Amid Energy Crisis — and Reeves Can't Help "Because She's Maxxed Out Britain's Credit Card" wattsupwiththat.com Brits are being urged to work from home and use ovens less as the energy crisis deepens, amid worries that Rachel Reeves can't help because she's "maxxed out the nation's credit card" with "runaway welfare spending".
(2026-03-21). Record-breaking heat wave grips western United States. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-21). Government-Run Euthanasia Surges in Western Australia. globalresearch.ca An alarming new report has exposed an unprecedented surge in the number of citizens being euthanized by their government in Western Australia, a spike so steep that critics warn the state is sliding toward a culture where suicide deaths are …
(2026-03-21). When Models Replace Reality in Modern Cosmology. globalresearch.ca The dominant scientific narratives about the universe may be revealing more about the assumptions built into their models than about the universe itself.
(2026-03-21). Karachi braces for more rain after morning downpour disrupts Eid celebrations. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Saturday predicted more rain and thunderstorms in Karachi under the influence of a western weather system, after early morning showers dampened Eid ul Fitr celebrations. | Rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, lashed several parts of the city early on the first day of Eid ul Fitr. The downpour, which intensified at intervals, turned the festive morning into a wet and chaotic affair, forcing many citizens to alter their plans as movement became difficult in several areas. | Rainfall was reported in multiple localities, including Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Liaquatabad,…
(2026-03-21). President Ramaphosa extends Eid Mubarak wishes to Muslim community. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa extends Eid Mubarak wishes to Muslim community | President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended his well-wishes to South Africa's Muslim community, wishing them Eid Mubarak as they celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. | President Ramaphosa sent wishes to individuals, families, and communities for a joyous and reflective time of prayer, gratitude, unity, and sharing. | The President also invited the Muslim community to reflect, on Human Rights Day, on the constitutional provisions that pertain to religious and cultural practices. | "Our nation shares in this celebration of Eid…
(2026-03-21). Friday Nite Videos | March 20, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | March 20, 2026 |
(2026-03-21). Russian Oil Poised To Flood World Markets As Trump Admin Lifts Sanctions. wattsupwiththat.com Over 130 million barrels of Russian crude oil remained on the sea as of March 6, according to a report by Kpler.
(2026-03-21). In Pictures: 1,300-yr-old Othman bin Affan Mosque in Jeddah. ummid.com Over 1,300 years-old Othman bin Affan Mosque in Historic Jeddah stands as one of the city's oldest archaeological landmarks.
(2026-03-21). Italian government on shaky ground. uwidata.com 
From Rome / Italy A wave of anti-war protests is sweeping across Italy, as demonstrators take to the streets to oppose the government's alignment with Western military actions against Iran. What began as mobilizations around domestic constitutional reforms has rapidly evolved into a broader political confrontation—one that now directly challenges the foreign policy of Prime …
(2026-03-21). New humanitarian aid convoy arrives in Cuba. peoplesdispatch.org This show of solidarity from various social movements, political leaders, and political organizations comes amid President Trump's threats to "take over Cuba." More humanitarian convoys are expected to arrive in the coming days.
(2026-03-21). Upgrades to special needs school demonstrates commitment to inclusive education. sanews.gov.za Upgrades to special needs school demonstrates commitment to inclusive education | The Re Tlameleng Special Needs School in Kimberley is a testament of government's commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of all people. | This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who delivered remarks at the school on Saturday morning ahead of the official Human Rights Day programme held at the AR Abass Stadium in Kimberley. | "The Constitution commits all of us to work together for a shared future that upholds the rights and dignity of every South African. | "This school is a testament to that enduring commitment. F…
(2026-03-21). Artemis II Moon Rocket cleared for April 2026 launch. ummid.com The Amercian space agency, NASA, has cleared Artemis II Moon Rocket for a launch in April 2026 with four astronauts onboard.
(2026-03-21). Address Affordability, Give Farmers a Chance. progressive.org Farmers know that planning is key to their future., but their government continually undercuts them. Instead of working against farmers, our policymakers ought to change course and partner with them in making some critical additions to the Farm Bill.
(2026-03-21). UPI Integrated Credit Cards: The Next Big Thing in India. ummid.com A UPI-integrated Credit Card is a card linked to a UPI app, enabling you to pay merchants by scanning a QR code instead of swiping a physical card.
(2026-03-21). Climate Change Weekly 574— The Fight for an Honest Judicial Assessment of Climate Science Is Not Over. wattsupwiththat.com Judges are directed to the writings of Michael Mann and Naomi Oreskes as examples of scientific consensus, without disclosure of their advocacy roles or involvement in litigation narratives.
(2026-03-21). Lebanese Village Resisted Two Israeli Commando Drops Last Week. popularresistance.org As the residents of Nabi Chit settled in to sleep on the night of March 6-7, 2026, Hajjeh Hamda al-Halbawi heard strange digging noises in the Shukr family cemetery right outside her home, an unusual disturbance at such a late hour. When she stepped out of her home to investigate, a drone immediately opened fire at her. Witnesses tell Mondoweiss that the moment her son and daughter rushed over to take her to the hospital, the drone targeted them as well. All three were killed. | The strikes soon became a massacre, as another neighbor emerged from a nearby house and was struck by a drone on his balcony.
(2026-03-21). ICE's War on People with Disabilities. progressive.org 'ICE: No One Is Safe' is a new short documentary by Robert Greenwald that relates shocking abuses and courageous responses.
(2026-03-21). Timeline: Trump and aides offer shifting reasons for Iran war. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks to the media, flanked by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as he departs the White House for Florida, in Washington, D.C., US, March 20, 2026. — ReutersEarly calls from US include urging Iranians to topple their govt.Goals range from…
(2026-03-21). SPL 25/26 MW26: Al-Nassr, Toney remain on top; Joao Felix shines with brace. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025/26: Al-Nassr Saudi FC is leading as the top team whereas Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney remain the top goal scorer in the SPL 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 26 ending Sunday March 15, 2026.
(2026-03-21). Field Marshal Munir celebrates Eidul Fitr with troops stationed near Pak-Afghan border. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Field Marshal Asim Munir, spent Eid ul Fitr on Saturday with troops deployed near the Pakistan-Afghan border in Kurram District, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, the military's media wing said. | According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the field marshal offered Eid prayers and prayed for the enduring stability and prosperity of Pakistan. | During his interaction with troops, "the field marshal extended warm Eid greetings and commended their unwavering dedication, high morale, and exemplary professionalism in safeguarding the nat…
(2026-03-21). Peaceful Prayers Amidst Tensions: Eid Celebrations in West Delhi. devdiscourse.com Muslims in West Delhi's Uttam Nagar gathered to offer Eid-ul-Fitr prayers amidst heightened security on Saturday, weeks after a local clash resulted in a fatality and escalated tensions in the area.
(2026-03-21). Deputy President concludes bilateral meeting with South Sudan. sanews.gov.za Deputy President concludes bilateral meeting with South Sudan | Deputy President Paul Mashatile has successfully concluded a bilateral meeting with the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, at the Menlyn Maine Hotel in Pretoria. | "South Africa remains steadfast in its support for the people of South Sudan as they advance toward sustainable peace, democratic governance, and inclusive development," Mashatile said on Friday. | The Deputy President, as the President's special envoy, focusing on South Sudan, met President Mayardit on his Working Visit to South Africa to discuss strengthening…
(2026-03-21). Pakistani stars dazzle in vibrant looks for Eidul Fitr. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani showbiz personalities celebrated Eidul Fitr by sharing family photographs and heartfelt greetings with their fans on social media. | As the festival was observed with joy across Pakistan and the world, actors, hosts, and social media influencers joined in the celebrations, posting festive pictures and messages on platforms like Instagram. | Renowned actor Bilal Qureshi shared a photo with his mother, writing, "From the heart, I pray for peace and security in the world. Eid Mubarak!" | View this post on Instagram | Actress Saboor Ali shared several pictures striking different poses, wishing her fans a…
(2026-03-21). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia Today: Live Updates. ummid.com The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia, Ministry of Justice UAE, Religious Authorities and Moon Sighting Committees in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Morocco, Jordan and other Arab states in separate appeals have called upon the local residents to sight the Crescent, the New Moon, of the month of Shawwal 1447 AH today i.e. Wednesday 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH corresponding to March 18, 2026.
(2026-03-21). Miracle in Indore: Successful Removal of Massive 6.3 Kg Tumor. devdiscourse.com In a groundbreaking medical feat, surgeons at Index Super Speciality Hospital in Indore, India, have successfully removed a massive 6.3 kg ovarian tumor from a 36-year-old woman. The complex surgery, lasting three hours, gave the patient a new lease on life.
(2026-03-21). Fire at Korean car parts factory kills 14, injures 60. tribune.com.pk 
Fourteen people died and 25 were seriously injured in a fire at ‚Å a car parts factory in the South Korean city of Daejeon, fire authorities said on Saturday. | Another 35 people suffered minor injuries, the fire authorities added. | They said the factory was owned by Anjun Industrial, which makes engine valves and is a supplier for Hyundai Motor and Kia Corp, among ‚Å others, according to its website. | The response was also hampered by sodium stored at the site, which can explode if improperly ha…
(2026-03-21). Hawaii's Historic Flooding: A $1 Billion Deluge. devdiscourse.com Hawaii is grappling with its worst flooding in more than 20 years, as relentless rains have created a crisis across the islands. Officials report damages exceeding $1 billion and widespread evacuations amid warnings of more rain ahead. The flooding has majorly affected Oahu's North Shore, renowned for its surfing culture.
(2026-03-21). Daily Memo: ICE Activity Has Doubled Since Last Week. lataco.com At least 31 people were taken this week. 30 by ICE and one by CBP. All numbers are based on L.A. TACO's reporting; the true number is assumed to be much higher. This is the minimum number of detainments.
(2026-03-21). Energy Dominance 2.0: Permian Basin Edition. wattsupwiththat.com Guest "Making American 'Shale' Greater Again" by David Middleton As noted in a previous post, the Permian Basin would rank 4th in the world in natural gas production, if US…
(2026-03-21). Russia deploys tankers with fuel aid for Cuba in push to break U.S. blockade. mronline.org 
Trump boasted this week that he could 'take' Cuba and do 'whatever he wants' with the island nation, coinciding with major power outages resulting from the blockade.
(2026-03-21). War Becomes Spectacle in Trump's Horrific Propaganda Promoting War in Iran. truthout.org During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump promised to be an antiwar candidate, boasting that, unlike his predecessors, he would end endless wars and keep the United States out of new military conflicts. Yet the trajectory of his presidency has unfolded in the opposite direction. From expanding military confrontations in the Caribbean to the escalating war with Iran… |
(2026-03-21). Eid al-Fitr: Unity and Devotion Amidst Foggy Celebrations in Delhi. devdiscourse.com Amidst a festive atmosphere, people gathered at mosques across Delhi to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, embracing unity and devotion. The occasion was marked by a unique fog, lending a mystical charm to the celebrations.
(2026-03-21). An Open Letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the New UGC Guidelines. fairobserver.com We are two Indian citizens of the diaspora in the US, and strong supporters of your untiring efforts to realize the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. As we write this, the world is in turmoil, and you have many matters of international importance that need your attention. Be that as it may, it is equally…
(2026-03-21). How Zionists in US, Israel weaponized religion to launch unholy wars. ummid.com Across centuries, crusading armies marched across continents to the battle cry Deus vult — God wills it, wearing the mask of faith and annihilation cloaked in the mantle of sanctimony.
(2026-03-21). Himachal's Budget Battle: A Clash of Interests and Resources. devdiscourse.com Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu presented a Rs 54,928-crore budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year in the state assembly, amidst political tensions and fiscal challenges.
(2026-03-21). Parliamentary Panel Calls for Acceleration in River Interlinking Scheme. devdiscourse.com The Parliamentary panel expressed serious concerns over the underutilisation of funds allocated to the Interlinking of Rivers scheme during the financial year 2025-26, urging the government to expedite project execution.
(2026-03-21). Energy Crisis: Kerala CM Criticizes Central Government Policies. devdiscourse.com Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has launched a scathing critique of the central government's energy policies, condemning both Congress and BJP-led administrations. He alleges these policies, influenced by the United States, have pushed India into a severe energy crisis.
(2026-03-21). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Live Updates. ummid.com Eid Moon Sighting India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: The Moon Sighting Committees in India, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh have issued advisory to Muslims in the four countries to spot the Crescent Moon, Eid Moon or Eid Chand, Thursday 29th Ramadan 1447 H, corresponding to March 19, 2026 in the South Asian countries.
(2026-03-21). Hegseth Makes Troops Prove "Sincerely Held" Faith in Latest Beard Crackdown. theintercept.com 
The latest edict from beard-obsessed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth adds strict new regulations to his crusade on facial hair, which rights groups have characterized as an attack on troops' civil liberties. | In a March 11 memo, Hegseth, who has made grooming and appearances a central focus in his time at the helm of the U.S. military, raised the bar to qualify for a religious exemption to his blanket ban on beards. The guidelines lay out a strict new process by which service members may apply for a religious exemption and subject those who've already received one to a reevaluation, arguing they need to ensure…
(2026-03-21). Hadash MKs visited Bani Odeh children's, their parents and two young brothers were murdered by Occupation soldiers. mronline.org 
Hadash MK Ayman Odeh, Ofer Cassif and Aida Touma-Sliman visited on Tuesday evening, March 17, Khaled and Mustafa Bani Odeh whose parents and their two young children were murdered by occupation forces on last Saturday, demands justice and above all demands an end to the occupation "for as long as the occupation continues crimes like these are not rare, they are a part of our daily lives."
(2026-03-21). SOUTHCOM Reports New Strike in Eastern Pacific as Extrajudicial Death Toll Remains at 152. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In its statement on Thursday, SOUTHCOM reported that Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a "kine…
(2026-03-21). CBSE teachers involved in 10th, 12th paper evaluation warned. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has warned teachers involved in evaluation of classes 10th and 12th papers (Academic Year 2026) from sharing misleading information on social media.
(2026-03-21). How to Build a Portfolio Using Different Types of Mutual Funds. ummid.com Most people approach building a mutual fund portfolio like they are trying to solve a Sudoku puzzle, but building a portfolio is much more like packing a suitcase for a long trip to multiple climates.
(2026-03-21). Celebrities urge joy, compassion and unity as they celebrate Eid. tribune.com.pk 
As Eid festivities sweep across Pakistan, celebrities have shared heartfelt messages and personal traditions, highlighting the spirit of togetherness, gratitude and compassion associated with the occasion. | Speaking with Express Tribune, actor Hira Mani offered a candid glimpse into her Eid routine, emphasising the importance of family time after a busy Ramazan. | "Mehendi, bangles, sheer khurma, that's my Eid festival. Please don't disturb me," she said humorously, adding that she looks forward to spending the day with both her in-laws and her own family. | View this post on Instagram | Reflecting on societa…
(2026-03-21). Examining Christian and Jewish Extremism. ummid.com Amid the onging wars, it has become important to interrogate extremist interpretations of Christianity and Judaism, particularly as they are used to justify war, territorial expansion and military policies that target civilians.
(2026-03-21). Health insurance jargon can be frustrating and confusing — here's how to navigate it. |
(2026-03-21). Why 'decoupling' energy emissions from economic growth underpins the green transition. |
(2026-03-21). Do petrol retailers really 'price-gouge' during oil price spikes? |
(2026-03-21). Who are Iran's new leaders? A look at 6 the US placed a bounty on — 2 of whom are already dead. |
(2026-03-21). Have you heard the latest joke about Trump and Iran? strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-21). Hamnet's forest witch: how Agnes Hathaway chimes with the growing interest in 'green witchcraft'. |
(2026-03-21). Hundreds of hungry mosquitoes, a student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how these deadly insects reach their targets. |
(2026-03-21). Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict is rooted in local border dispute — but the risks extend across the region. |
(2026-03-21). Gender conformity starts young — and boys and girls fall in line in different ways. |
(2026-03-21). Ecuadorian journalist shot after receiving reported false news tip. CPJ Staff
(2026-03-21). Syrian ex-colonel faces crimes against humanity charges in landmark case for UK — expert explains. |
(2026-03-21). Himachal Pradesh hikes milk procurement price by Rs 10; cow milk to be bought for Rs 61 per litre, buffalo milk for Rs 71. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-21). Labor easily wins South Australian election with One Nation beating Liberals into second on primary votes. |
(2026-03-21). Seattle tried to guarantee higher pay for delivery drivers — here's why it didn't work as intended. |
(2026-03-21). Israeli action in Lebanon risks repeating history's mistakes — and torpedoing a historic moment for dialogue. |
(2026-03-21). What humour means to older people — and why some find it hard to keep on laughing. |
(2026-03-21). The Doha Legacy: Strategic Failure and the Rise of Regional Instability. fairobserver.com
(2026-03-21). Fink Haysom fought tirelessly for justice and reconciliation — in South Africa and on the global stage. |
(2026-03-21). CPJ welcomes ruling on Pentagon access in favor of the New York Times. CPJ Staff
(2026-03-21). A man used AI to help make a cancer vaccine for his dog — an oncologist urges caution. |
(2026-03-21). Desertions increase in Ukraine. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-21). Why Colorado River negotiations stalled, and how they could resume with the possibility of agreement. |
(2026-03-21). How active have Iran's proxy groups been since the start of the war? |
(2026-03-21). Belarusian journalist Katsiaryna Andreyeva released after serving over 5 years in prison. CPJ Staff
(2026-03-21). If rivers had legal rights, sewage scandals would be much harder to ignore. |
(2026-03-21). Yes, AI could boost productivity, but work is about more than maximising output. |
(2026-03-21). Pittsburgh's air pollution estimated to claim 3,000+ lives per year ‚àí and EPA rollbacks aren't helping. |
(2026-03-21). Federal judge temporarily blocks RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda — an epidemiologist answers questions parents may have. |
(2026-03-21). CPJ, partners call for release of Kashmiri journalist Irfan Mehraj after 3 years in detention. CPJ Staff
(2026-03-21). Information is a battlefield: 4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US-Iran war. |
(2026-03-21). Overconfidence is how wars are lost ‚àí lessons from Vietnam, Afghanistan and Ukraine for the war in Iran were ignored. |
(2026-03-21). Global copper demand outstrips supply, threatening electrification and industrial growth. |
(2026-03-21). Is the biggest march in English history a myth? My research shows King Harold sailed down to the battle of Hastings. |
(2026-03-21). Diana Ferrus: the South African poet whose words reclaimed history. |
(2026-03-21). In the Easter story, women are the first to proclaim the resurrection — but churches today are still divided over female preachers. |
(2026-03-21). HBO's 'The Pitt' nails how hospital cyberattacks create chaos, endanger patients and disrupt critical care. |
(2026-03-21). Moral metrics: Are corporate algorithms becoming our new moral authorities? |
(2026-03-21). CPJ, partners call for Frenchie Mae Cumpio's release ahead of court ruling on conviction. CPJ Staff
(2026-03-21). In unprecedented overreach, FCC allows merger consolidating local media ownership. CPJ Staff
(2026-03-21). You probably agree with the animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive — new research. |
(2026-03-21). How hatred of Jews became a common ground for Islamic terrorists and left-wing extremists, fueling domestic terrorism. |
(2026-03-21). 'Project Hail Mary' explores unique forms of life in space — 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth. |
(2026-03-21). How AI English and human English differ — and how to decide when to use artificial language. |
(2026-03-21). In the West, devaluation of life goes mainstream. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-21). Trump's new child care subsidy rules compound an already dire situation for providers and families. |
(2026-03-21). Why does chronic pain often lead to depression? Our research shows the answer is in the brain. |
(2026-03-21). Targeting of energy facilities turned Iran war into worst-case scenario for Gulf states. |
(2026-03-21). More and more teachers and students are using AI — even though it might do more harm than good. |
(2026-03-21). Soaring gas prices prompt Trump to ease oil tanker rules — how waiving the Jones Act affects what you pay at the pump. |
(2026-03-21). One in three Scottish people dies with unmet palliative care needs — what that means for assisted dying. |
(2026-03-21). Cuba es responsable y transparente con los donativos solidarios que recibe. cubadebate.cu En un contexto de coyuntura económica compleja, —caracterizada por las afectaciones del recrudecido bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos y el cerco energético vigente desde finales de enero—, la cooperación internacional se convierte en un pilar fundamental.
(2026-03-21). Lázaro Martínez registró lo mejor de su temporada y queda cuarto en el triple del atletismo bajo techo. cubadebate.cu Con su mejor marca de la temporada, fijada en 17,14 metros, el cubano Lázaro Martínez se despidió hoy en el cuarto lugar del triple salto del Campeonato Mundial de Atletismo Bajo techo de Torun, en Polonia.
(2026-03-21). Lázaro Martínez registró lo mejor de su temporada y queda cuarto en el triple del atletismo bajo techo. cubadebate.cu Con su mejor marca de la temporada, fijada en 17,14 metros, el cubano Lázaro Martínez se despidió hoy en el cuarto lugar del triple salto del Campeonato Mundial de Atletismo Bajo techo de Torun, en Polonia.
(2026-03-21). Largas filas en aeropuertos de EEUU ante impago a trabajadores de seguridad del transporte. cubadebate.cu Largas colas que duraban dos horas recibieron en la madrugada de este viernes a los viajeros en el control principal de seguridad de la TSA (Administración de Seguridad del Transporte) en el Aeropuerto Internacional Hartsfield-Jackson de Atlanta.
(2026-03-21). The myth of meritocracy: why universal water access is a prerequisite for a fair society. |
(2026-03-21). Senegal stripped of title: Afcon ruling is lawful, but it puts Caf's reputation at risk. |
(2026-03-21). L'amicizia fra Cina ed ASEAN puà≤ ridefinisce le geometrie del Lontano Oriente. strategic-culture.su La Cina non puà≤ ignorare la marcata presenza statunitense nella regione, pertanto dovrà valutare attentamente ogni mossa per disinnescare eventuali tensioni e instaurare una cooperazione autentica volta al successo comune, in vista di un futuro pacifico. | Segue nostro La nave dell'amicizia | La Cina e l'ASEAN si sono affermati come un elemento di stabilità in un mondo turbolento, dove il potere è sempre più frammentato e le rivalità…
(2026-03-21). L'amicizia fra Cina ed ASEAN puà≤ ridefinisce le geometrie del Lontano Oriente. strategic-culture.su La Cina non puà≤ ignorare la marcata presenza statunitense nella regione, pertanto dovrà valutare attentamente ogni mossa per disinnescare eventuali tensioni e instaurare una cooperazione autentica volta al successo comune, in vista di un futuro pacifico. | Segue nostro La nave dell'amicizia | La Cina e l'ASEAN si sono affermati come un elemento di stabilità in un mondo turbolento, dove il potere è sempre più frammentato e le rivalità…
(2026-03-20). Trump calls NATO 'cowards' over lack of support in Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
Umited States President Donald Trump assailed NATO allies on Friday over their lack of support for the US-Israel war against Iran, calling the longtime US allies "cowards". | "Without the USA, NATO is a paper tiger!" Trump said in a social media post. | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1162617… | Trump has been calling for major US allies and others, none of whom were consulted or advised on the war, to help secure the safety of shipping through the Iran-controlled Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has roiled global markets, killed thousands and displaced millions since US-Israel strikes began o…
(2026-03-20). Fossil Capitalism and the Strait of Hormuz. portside.org Fossil Capitalism and the Strait of Hormuz |
(2026-03-20). The Warmongers Will Never Admit They Were Wrong And Will Never Learn From Their Mistakes. thealtworld.com Trump's former national security advisor John Bolton has a "In 2018—2019, I made the case for regime change in Iran as often as I could. Voices in Trump's orbit often cited Iran's capacity to close the Strait of Hormuz as a reason against regime change. Trump has been fully aware this is a possibility, and yet did not prepare," Bolton posted. | Can you believe this shit? Dude's like "Hey, Trump should have known this war would be hard because people tried to warn him not to listen t…
(2026-03-20). Why the Iran War Could Last Far Longer Than Either Side Wants to Admit. bylinetimes.com Oil prices have been spiking since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, leading reporters and analysts to ask when the war will end. They generally ask President Trump, whose answer varies from " H…
(2026-03-20). Headlines for March 20, 2026. democracynow.org U.S. Offensive Seeks to Reopen Strait of Hormuz as Hegseth Confirms He's Seeking $200B for Iran War, Iran Warns of "Zero Restraint" If U.S. or Israel Attacks Energy Infrastructure Again, Death Toll from Recent Israeli Attacks on Lebanon Passes 1,000 Amid Fierce Fighting in South, Israel Reopens Rafah Crossing for Small Number of Palestinians to Seek Medicare Care Abroad, Protesters in Tel Aviv Demand Israel End Wars with Iran and Lebanon, Trump Jokes About Pearl Harbor in Meeting with Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, 19-Year-Old Dies of Apparent Suicide in Florida ICE Jail, Nashville Immigration Repo…
(2026-03-20). DNI Gabbard Tells Congress Iran Was Not Rebuilding Its Nuclear Program. scheerpost.com Kyle Anzalone for AntiWar.com Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday, where she faced several questions about President Donald Trump's war on Iran. Gabbard told the committee that after two weeks of Israeli and US bombardment, Iran's military projection capabilities had been "largely destroyed" and its strategic position "significantly degraded." However, …
(2026-03-20). Azerbaijan Is Being Drawn into "Proxy Participation" in the War with Iran. globalresearch.ca The joint operation of the United States and Israel against Iran has clearly not gone according to plan. | Despite the elimination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and a number of other high-ranking officials of the country, political chaos did …
(2026-03-20). Instead of taking Joe Kent's claims seriously, the media is disregarding him as an antisemite. mondoweiss.net 
Despite the seriousness of the claims made by Joe Kent – that Israel dragged the U.S. into war with Iran despite Iran posing no imminent threat – the liberal media is ignoring the real story by painting Kent as an antisemitic conspiracy theorist.
(2026-03-20). Where is Netanyahu? Questions about who runs US and Israeli policies spread. infobrics.org Joe Kent's resignation and Netanyahu's unexplained absences are fueling doubts about who truly directs both US and Israeli policy. Speculation over influence networks, AI-edited videos, and non-transparent decision-making is spreading. Amid war with Iran, uncertainty itself is a major geopolitical risk.
(2026-03-20). F-35 hit by suspected Iranian fire marks first reported strike on US aircraft. geo.tv 
An Israeli F-35 fighter jet in mid-flight during operations.—X@IDF
(2026-03-20). Trump and Hegseth Cannot Define the Truth of the US-Israeli War on Iran. counterpunch.org 
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appears to have little patience for questions that do not conform to his preferred style of declaring unsubstantiated victories, whether against South Americans or in the Middle East. In a charged press conference on March 13, Hegseth did more than attack journalists for questioning his unverified claims about the course
(2026-03-20). Blaming Refugees Not Warmongers: The Right-wing Press, Fortress Europe and 'Weaponized Migration'. counterpunch.org 
An expected refugee crisis is looming from the US-Israeli wars on Iran and Lebanon. This probability has already been raised by aid agencies, but also, of course, by the right-wing press that thrives on the fear-mongering that Europe is being overrun by foreigners. As a GB News headline blared just days into the conflict: "Europe braces for ANOTHER migrant crisis…'It will wash up on Britain's shores!'"
(2026-03-20). Iran does not pose 'imminent threat'. tribune.com.pk 1731569693-0/Copy-of-Untitled-(39)1731569693-0.png)
The head of US intelligence declined again on Thursday to endorse President Donald Trump's claim that Iran posed an "imminent" threat before the United States and Israel launched military strikes. | Testifying on the war in the Middle East before the House Intelligence Committee, Tulsi Gabbard doubled down on her claim from a day earlier that this determination is "the responsibility of the president" — a position that had already drawn sharp pushback from Democrats. | As with her appearance before senators on Wednesday, the hearing underscored persistent questions on Capitol Hill over the administration…
(2026-03-20). The Iran War: Don't Blame Israel, Blame the Empire and Its Demagogue. portside.org The Iran War: Don't Blame Israel, Blame the Empire and Its Demagogue |
(2026-03-20). Grieving parents in Iran spend every night at the graves of their children, killed by U.S. strike. mronline.org As Ramadan comes to a close, families in Minab, Iran struggle to come to terms with the scale of death, one of the deadliest single attacks on children in memory.
(2026-03-20). Netanyahu Says a Revolution in Iran Requires a Ground Offensive. globalresearch.ca Iran no longer has the capacity to enrich uranium or manufacture ballistic missiles after 20 days of war, Netanyahu told foreign media, while declining to detail the exact objectives of the war | * | Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday …
(2026-03-20). HC Dinamo Minsk to host HC Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg in KHL regular season final. eng.belta.by This season the teams from Minsk and Yekaterinburg have met once: on 18 December Avtomobilist secured victory on home ice in a shootout (3-2).
(2026-03-20). Israel Launches Overnight Attacks on South Syrian Army Camps. news.antiwar.com Israel has carried out overnight attacks on the Syrian military in the Suwayda Governorate, claiming to have hit a military headquarters as well as multiple army camps and weapons storage in the area in what they presented as retaliation for violence against the region's Druze minority. Defense Minister Israel Katz accused the Syrian government of …
(2026-03-20). Black Man Exonerated Of $550 Robbery After 19 Years In Prison. newsone.com 
Source: Narai Chal / Getty | It's never a happy story when a Black man is exonerated and freed from prison after spending Kenneth Windley, a 61-year-old New Yo…
(2026-03-20). Hlabisa calls for stronger partnerships to revive metros. sanews.gov.za Hlabisa calls for stronger partnerships to revive metros | A call for the urgent strengthening of intergovernmental relations and strategic partnerships to revitalise governance and service delivery in South Africa's metropolitan municipalities has been made. ⚪ Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, made the call at an engagement session with mayors of metropolitan municipalities on Friday. ⚪ Held under the theme: 'Improving Intergovernmental Relations and Contracting to Improve Governance and Service Provision in Metropolitan Municipalities', the high level engag…
(2026-03-20). Marxism can still change the world. mronline.org 
I have spent my life interpreting capitalism in order to build an alternative.
(2026-03-20). I Resigned 23 Years Ago from the U.S. Government over the Bush War on Iraq …And Wish I Had More Resignations to Give! covertactionmagazine.com On March 19, 2003, I resigned from the U.S. Department of State. I was the Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia, and the third U.S. government employee to resign in opposition to the U.S. war on Iraq. I resigned on the day the Bush administration began the ten-year U.S. …
(2026-03-20). Federal Court Shoots Down MAHA Changes to Childhood Vaccine Schedule in Brazen Judicial Overreach. globalresearch.ca Pharmaceutical industry front group posing as a society of medical professionals, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and its collaborators recently prevailed in federal court in efforts to thwart the MAHA Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) on several key fronts.
(2026-03-20). Trump's Iran War Is Pushing the Post War International Order to Breaking Point. bylinetimes.com Key elements of…
(2026-03-20). Make Matzah Not War: Easter, Passover, Nowruz, Eleusis the Spirit of Max. counterpunch.org 
Holidays whip up sweet and spicy memories of Captain Max that I stir into a new Spring casserole of vintage photos. Like onions, some make me cry, but most are tasty enough to make me smile and occasionally even lick my lips. I call it "collage therapy" and, like good holy-dazed comfort food with special
(2026-03-20). Searching for Solace in a Nuclearized World. scheerpost.com The Nightmare of Fukushima 15 Years Later By Joshua Frank Nine countries now possess nuclear weapons and we have just seen the start of a new war in the Middle East over one more nation supposedly trying to acquire them. While we consider the dangers of such weapons and their capacity to cause massive destruction, we …
(2026-03-20). Palestinian man says Israeli settlers sexually assaulted him in front of his family. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli settlers sexually assaulted a Palestinian man — tying his genitalia with zip ties and parading him naked in front of his family — during a mid-March attack, according to the victim and eyewitnesses. | Attacks by masked Jewish settlers, including the burning of cars and homes, beatings and livestock theft, have become near-daily in the West Bank, according to Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied territory and rights groups tracking the violence. | Suhaib Abu Kbash, 29, told Reuters that around 80 masked settlers armed with knives and sticks raided the Bedouin community of Humsah on March 13.
(2026-03-20). In bid for voter data, Trump's DOJ lays groundwork to undermine confidence in midterms. mronline.org 
"I just think there's a total lack of trust in what the federal government will do," says Alaska state Sen. Bill Wielechowski.
(2026-03-20). American Jewish Organizations Are Making a Dangerous Mistake. portside.org American Jewish Organizations Are Making a Dangerous Mistake |
(2026-03-20). The Shield of Monroism: The Angry Tide and the Neo-Colonial Order in Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Carlos Ron — Mar 15, 2026 | The Summit in Miami | On 7 March 2026, at the Trump National Doral Golf Club in Miami, Donald Trump inaugurated the "
(2026-03-20). Trump Administration Blocked From Denying Minors Gender-Related Care. newsone.com 
(2026-03-20). Success of Pope John XXIII in Saving the World During the Cuban Missile Crisis Should Inspire Religious Leaders for a Similar Role Now. globalresearch.ca The great contribution made by President Kennedy and Premier Khrushchev in resolving the Cuban Missile Crisis and thereby saving the world from an all destructive nuclear war is widely known. What is not so well-known but needs to be better …
(2026-03-20). We stand with JBS workers! cpusa.org 
The CPUSA Labor Commission proudly stands in solidarity with the 3,800 members of UFCW Local 7 on strike at the JBS beef plant in Greeley, Colorado. It is the first major meatpacking strike in 40 years since a bitter strike against Hormel in 1985. | These workers, the vast majority of which are immigrants, are fighting not just for a better contract but for their very dignity and safety. They have rejected JBS's decades-long strategy of recruiting a vulnerable workforce precisely so they can impose poverty wages, dangerous speed-ups, and brutal conditions without resistance. The company bet that immigrant work…
(2026-03-20). Failing To Destroy Hezbollah, Israel Seeks To Spark A Lebanese Civil War. scheerpost.com Robert Inlakesh for MintPress News urprised by the intensity of Hezbollah's retaliatory attacks against it, Israel appears to be pivoting to sow internal chaos within Lebanon's borders in a bid to trigger a catastrophic civil war. An attempted coup against the Lebanese military's leadership may be the catalyst. At the beginning of May, the extent …
(2026-03-20). Quitting ChatGPT changes nothing: You from techno-fascism. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-20). Gearing Up For May Day: Solidarity Schools Spread. popularresistance.org Last year a network of unions and community organizations organized the largest May Day actions in U.S. history: 1,200 actions in all 50 states. This year, the stakes are even higher, and the examples inspiring us are even bolder. | The Chicago Teachers Union's House of Delegates, the union's governing body, has endorsed a national call for "no school, no work, no shopping" on May 1. Recent boycotts of Disney, Target, and Tesla have shown us that we can shake the pillars of corporate America. The massive Day of Truth and Freedom in Minnesota January 23 showed us that we can remove the head of the Border Patrol.
(2026-03-20). Ask a Climate Therapist: How can I balance my travel itch with guilt about emissions? grist.org 
Dear Leslie, | Almost all of the money I save goes toward travel — meeting friends abroad, visiting relatives, or checking national and international parks off my bucket list. I try to be as sustainable in my personal life as possible, but I love traveling, despite knowing that travel is where some of our greatest carbon emissions come from. Every time I fly now, I feel this guilt and fear, and it's sometimes hard to balance it with my excitement. How would you recommend proceeding when some of the decisions we make in our personal lives are at odds with our beliefs and goals? | — Wondering Wander…
(2026-03-20). The Paris Prelude: Why the U.S. and China are Moving Toward a Cold Peace. fpif.org The high-level negotiations in Paris this week between U.S. Treasury Secretary
(2026-03-20). AEP Wants North Sea Oil Gas Now! wattsupwiththat.com What does AEP suggest we do when the wind does not blow?>
(2026-03-20). 'True gangsters'. Lukashenko talks about operation to apprehend smugglers at border. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko said: "Packs of cigarettes were found in this house. A gas bottle used to fill air balloons… Everything for smuggling. Police has apprehended them. Gangsters, who have been convicted many times. True gangsters."
(2026-03-20). Make Trouble, Not War: Nancy Kurshan Tells Her Story. counterpunch.org 
The first time I heard about the Yippies, I was almost thirteen. The Democratic Convention was going full swing in Chicago in August 1968. I delivered the Washington Post back then and read the reports from the Chicago streets each morning before I began my route. Cops were beating on everyone with the full support
(2026-03-20). 19-Year-Old Royer Perez-Jimenez Dies in ICE Jail Known for Abuse. truthout.org A teenager who was arrested in January after being stopped for a traffic violation in Florida is now believed to be the youngest person to have died in immigration detention under the second Trump administration, after US Immigration and Customs Enforcement notified Congress of the 19-year-old's death this week. Royer Perez-Jimenez was found unresponsive by a detention officer at Glades… |
(2026-03-20). From Zimbabwe to Ghana: Belarus to take part in African trade fairs in 2026. eng.belta.by Belinterexpo, an enterprise of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, told BelTA which African trade fairs Belarusian businesses will participate in this year.
(2026-03-20). Student Loans Will Now Be Handled By The US Treasury. newsone.com 
Source: alexsl / Getty | Besides being anti-immigrant, anti-diversity and inherently anti-science, the Trump administration has shown time and time again that it is anti-education — because a populace that learns things leaves fewer of the "poorly educated" voter who President Donald Trump So, the federal government is still in its process of
(2026-03-20). PM Shehbaz says rejected advice to further raise fuel prices, govt to absorb burden. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday night, the eve of Eidul Fitr, that he had rejected advice to further raise fuel prices and the federal government would absorb the burden itself. | Addressing the nation, he felicitated the nation on the occasion of Eid. | "In the context of the current situation, this Eid specifically demands from us humanity, national unity and collective responsibility. I think the real happiness of Eid is fulfilled when we share it with the needy and deserving around us and extend them the hand of kindness." | He said the world was undergoing an "unusual test", adding that conti…
(2026-03-20). Lukashenko promises to greatly simplify access to IVF. eng.belta.by Belarus plans to significantly simplify access to in vitro fertilization (IVF). Innovations in reproductive technologies will be reflected in the president's draft decree, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told journalists on 20 March.
(2026-03-20). Georgia Abortion Prosecution Highlights Damage Caused By Extreme Ban. newsone.com 
(2026-03-20). Nation celebrates Eidul Fitr with zeal, fervour and spirit of togetherness. tribune.com.pk 
Eid ul Fitr is being celebrated across Pakistan on Saturday (today), with millions marking the end of the holy month of Ramazan with prayers, traditional festivities, and a strong spirit of togetherness. | Small and large congregations for Eid prayers were held early in the day at open spaces, mosques and Eidgahs across the country. Special prayers were offered for the progress and prosperity of Pakistan, as well as for the welfare of Muslim Ummah worldwide. | Central congregations took place at the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad and the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, where prominent government officials, political le…
(2026-03-20). Letter From Skopje, North Macedonia. counterpunch.org 
Leaving the Visoki Dečani monastery, I decided to take back roads through central Kosovo to get to the airport and turn in my rental car. I had the option of driving to Skopje and returning it there, but crossing the fro
(2026-03-20). Pete Hegseth's War on Journalists (and Iran Too). fair.org 
(2026-03-20). Returning land restores hope — President Ramaphosa. sanews.gov.za Returning land restores hope — President Ramaphosa | There was jubilation, song and dancing in uMzimkhulu on Friday as President Cyril Ramaphosa handed over title deeds to communities and families dispossessed of their land under colonial and apartheid rule. | Representatives of the Ngunjini, Ndzimankulu/Vierkant and St Paul communities, along with the Lawrence family, erupted into celebration as they took to the stage to receive their title deeds marking the end of a decades-long struggle to reclaim their ancestral land. | The ceremony formed part of government's land restitution programme under the Rest…
(2026-03-20). Fernández de Cossío: "Hay temas para dialogar con Washington, pero el modelo cubano no está en discusión" cubadebate.cu El viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Carlos Fernández de Cossío, afirmó este viernes que la isla está dispuesta a sostener una relación respetuosa con Estados Unidos, aunque dejó claro que ningún proceso de diálogo implicará modificaciones en el sistema político cubano, durante un encuentro con periodistas integrantes del convoy solidario Nuestra América.
(2026-03-20). Fernández de Cossío: "Hay temas para dialogar con Washington, pero el modelo cubano no está en discusión" cubadebate.cu El viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Carlos Fernández de Cossío, afirmó este viernes que la isla está dispuesta a sostener una relación respetuosa con Estados Unidos, aunque dejó claro que ningún proceso de diálogo implicará modificaciones en el sistema político cubano, durante un encuentro con periodistas integrantes del convoy solidario Nuestra América.
(2026-03-20). México envió otro barco con ayuda humanitaria a Cuba en medio del recrudecimiento del bloqueo de EEUU. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de México envió este viernes un nuevo barco con ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, en un contexto de recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense que ha limitado severamente el acceso de la isla a combustibles y otros recursos esenciales, informó la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum.
(2026-03-20). Weekend Eats: A New Venice Oxacan For Steamed Cabeza De Puerco. lataco.com Plus an Argentine asado in South L.A., a burrito obsession in Agoura Hills, and smoked pork croque madame in Chinatown.
(2026-03-20). Nazismo é celebrado abertamente na Letà¥nia. globalresearch.ca A reabilitaàßà£o do nazismo continua a crescer nos países bálticos. A histeria russófoba está levando à normalizaàßà£o do culto a figuras históricas nazistas. Na Letà¥nia, uma marcha pública ocorreu recentemente em homenagem a uma infame unidade militar nazista responsável pelo …
(2026-03-20). Running app reveals location of France aircraft carrier in Mediterranean. geo.tv 
The location of the French aircraft carrier, FS Charles de Gaulle, has been given away by a sailor. — X/@PolitlcsGlobalPARIS: A member of the French navy using an app to track his jogging performance broadcast the exact position of his country's flagship aircraft carrier, a…
(2026-03-20). Nazismo é celebrado abertamente na Letà¥nia. globalresearch.ca A reabilitaàßà£o do nazismo continua a crescer nos países bálticos. A histeria russófoba está levando à normalizaàßà£o do culto a figuras históricas nazistas. Na Letà¥nia, uma marcha pública ocorreu recentemente em homenagem a uma infame unidade militar nazista responsável pelo …
(2026-03-21). Tehran holds Eid prayers as funeral held for IRGC spokesman. aljazeera.com Eid al-Fitr prayers were held in Tehran after overnight air strikes on the capital.
(2026-03-21). Al Jazeera reporter's journey from Jordan to Iraq. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Nicolas Haque recorded his journey on the long road from Amman to Baghdad.
(2026-03-21). 'I have fought for Aaron': A Ugandan mother confronts disability and stigma. aljazeera.com Martha Apolot, 21, rejected by her family and community when her disabled son was born, fights daily to meet his needs.
(2026-03-21). Bahrain says Patriot system intercepted drone over homes. aljazeera.com Bahrain's account differs from how the US military described the March 9 incident, which led to civilian injuries.
(2026-03-21). Japan beat Australia to lift Women's Asian Cup title. aljazeera.com Japan edges tournament hosts Australia 1-0 in ‚Å the Women's ‚Å Asian Cup final to claim third title in four editions.
(2026-03-21). Drone strike near Iraqi intelligence headquarters in Baghdad kills officer. aljazeera.com One police officer killed in strike by 'outlaw groups' on headquarters of Iraqi National Intelligence Service.
(2026-03-21). Trump threatens to deploy ICE to airports amid Homeland Security shutdown. aljazeera.com The US president called on immigration agents to place 'heavy emphasis' on the arrests of Somali immigrants.
(2026-03-21). 300 million people celebrate Nowruz under a cloud of war. aljazeera.com Millions of people have rung in the ancient Persian New Year, Nowruz, as war grips the Middle East.
(2026-03-21). Lin Yu-ting cleared to return to boxing after sex eligibility review. aljazeera.com Lin and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif were embroiled in a dispute over biological sex at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
(2026-03-21). Japan 1-0 Australia: Women's Asian Cup 2026 final — as it happened. aljazeera.com All the updates following our text commentary stream of the Women's Asian Cup final in Sydney.
(2026-03-21). US jury finds Elon Musk misled investors during Twitter purchase. aljazeera.com Jury finds that two tweets posted in May 2022 by Musk contained false statements.
(2026-03-21). War spirals as information control tightens. aljazeera.com From Washington to Tehran to Tel Aviv, the fight to control the narrative seems as critical as the war itself.
(2026-03-21). Israel systematically torturing Palestinians in custody, says UN expert. aljazeera.com Report by Francesca Albanese says 'torture in detention used on unprecedented scale as punitive collective vengeance'.
(2026-03-21). Aid flotilla for Cuba sets sail from Mexico. aljazeera.com An aid flotilla from Mexico is sailing for Cuba as the country suffers under a tightening US fuel blockade.
(2026-03-21). Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: La Liga — team news, start, lineups. aljazeera.com Madrid host rivals Atletico at the Santiago Bernabeu as they aim to stay in touch with Barca, who are four points clear.
(2026-03-20). Colombia's President Gustavo Petro under investigation in US for drug ties. aljazeera.com Faced with reports that two US prosecutors have opened probes, the left-wing leader denies links to drug traffickers.
(2026-03-20). Ian Powell: Iran, US imperialism and the New Zealand lapdog. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Ian Powell When Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, was assassinated in the opening stages of the US-Israeli war against Iran, I didn't mourn. Khamenei was not someone who deserved to be mourned notwithstanding my contempt for the increasing use of assassination by aggressor nations; in this case the United States and…
(2026-03-21). Northern Mariana Islands' security and stability vital for US, say military leaders. asiapacificreport.nz By Mark Rabago, RNZ Pacific Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas correspondent The Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands' (CNMI) economic struggles are not just a local issue, but a matter of strategic importance to American operations in the Indo-Pacific, say senior US military leaders. In a letter, dated 25 February 2026, Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of…
(2026-03-21). Israel the parasite state sabotaging peace in the Middle East. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Marcus Alexander In a stunning resignation that has sent shockwaves through Washington, former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent has exposed what many have long suspected but few have dared to state publicly — Israel is systematically undermining peace in the Middle East to serve its own expansionist agenda. Joe Kent, a 20-year…
(2026-03-21). Wenda condemns 'cruel' arbitrary arrests of West Papuans in Tambrauw. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report An exiled leader of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) has condemned Indonesia's "cruel and humiliating" arbitrary arrest of 12 West Papuan local farmers in Tambrauw Regency this week and has demanded their release. According to Human Rights Monitor, the arrests took place on March 18, after Indonesia conducted military…
(2026-03-20). Fiji set to host Israel and UAE embassies in Suva to boost ties with Middle East. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific High-ranking Fiji government ministers have formally approved plans for the establishment of resident embassies for Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Suva. The Fiji government has announced a double diplomatic expansion in a post-cabinet meeting statement on Wednesday. Fiji and Israel established diplomatic relations in 1970. The government said Israel's embassy…
(2026-03-21). Trump says he will not put troops in Iran. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he will not put troops in Iran as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is escalating.
(2026-03-21). Nearly 100 people evacuated after house fire in Hong Kong. ecns.cn A fire erupted in a tin-sheeted house near Lo Wai, Tsuen Wan District, Hong Kong, on Thursday night, with the alarm level raised to No. 3, local media reported.
(2026-03-21). U.S. states contest Environmental Protection Agency's rollback of greenhouse gas endangerment finding. ecns.cn A coalition of more than 20 U.S. states, along with 10 dozen cities and counties, filed a legal challenge Thursday against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), contesting the agency's rescission of the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, the legal cornerstone of federal climate regulation under the Clean Air Act.
(2026-03-21). Pop Mart, Sony Pictures to develop Labubu film. ecns.cn Chinese toymaker Pop Mart said Thursday it will partner with Sony Pictures to develop a feature film based on Labubu, its globally popular designer toy character.
(2026-03-21). U.S. losing ground in Iran war on multiple fronts. ecns.cn The United States leadership has repeatedly declared victory in the war against Iran.
(2026-03-21). China approves Meishan as national historical and cultural city. ecns.cn China's State Council has approved Meishan city, located in the southwestern Sichuan province, as a national historical and cultural city, according to a notice on the website of the Chinese government released on Thursday.
(2026-03-21). China warns Philippines to cease infringement, provocations in South China Sea. ecns.cn A Chinese military spokesperson on Friday warned the Philippine side to immediately cease infringement and provocative acts after a Philippine C-208 aircraft illegally intruded into the airspace over waters adjacent to Meiji Jiao of China's Nansha Qundao without the approval of the Chinese government.
(2026-03-21). U.S. issues 30-day sanctions waiver for sale of Iranian oil at sea. ecns.cn The U.S. government on Friday issued a 30-day sanctions waiver for the purchase of Iranian oil at sea to ease energy supply pressures, media reports said.
(2026-03-21). China sees sustained progress in land greening and forest growth. ecns.cn China has seen solid progress in land greening, with its forest area and forest stock volume both expanding for 40 consecutive years, the National Forestry and Grassland Administration said on Friday.
(2026-03-21). Monetary policy on easing track amid oil price shock. ecns.cn China's monetary policy is set to remain on an easing path to support growth and domestic demand as the United States Federal Reserve held rates steady amid rising oil prices driven by geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East, officials and analysts said.
(2026-03-21). Embodied AI turned into growth driver. ecns.cn Inside a humming factory in Hefei, Anhui province, a 1.66-meter-tall humanoid robot dubbed Lingshu steadies its grip, pivots and places a wafer-thin semiconductor onto a moving line, an extremely high precision task where an aberration of just a fraction of a millimeter could spell failure.
(2026-03-21). China remains central to Apple's global supply chain, Tim Cook says. ecns.cn Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, said Friday that China still accounts for the vast majority of the company's global supply chain, with 80 of its top 100 suppliers operating in the country.
(2026-03-21). Global trade growth to slow in 2026 with further pressure from Middle East conflict: WTO. ecns.cn The World Trade Organization (WTO) said on Thursday that global trade growth is set to slow in 2026 after a stronger-than-expected performance in 2025, warning that the ongoing Middle East conflict could add further pressure on global trade.
(2026-03-21). China-Vietnam military ties to be bolstered. ecns.cn As the 10th border defense friendship exchange between China and Vietnam was held this week, the two nations' defense chiefs pledged to further enhance cooperation in multiple fields.
(2026-03-21). Pentagon seeks huge funding for war with Iran: Hegseth. ecns.cn U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed on Thursday that the Pentagon would ask Congress for more money to wage war in Iran.
(2026-03-21). Global CEOs offer insights on Beijing as business hub. ecns.cn A series of dialogues between CEOs of multinational corporations and senior officials of Beijing took place on Friday, setting the stage for a new model of future cities.
(2026-03-21). Chinese FM urges efforts to prevent escalation in Mideast conflict. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday that one of the top priorities at present is to contain the spread of the conflict and prevent further involvement of other countries.
(2026-03-21). China to leverage Sino-U.S. economic consultation mechanism to enhance communication. ecns.cn China and the United States have agreed to continue making good use of their economic and trade consultation mechanism to strengthen dialogue and communication, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-03-21). (W.E. Talk) UN expert: Crimes against world cultural heritage must be prosecuted. ecns.cn The third Wuyi Forum, jointly hosted by Renmin University of China and the Nanping Municipal People's Government, will be held from Saturday to next Monday in Nanping, south China's Fujian Province. Mauro Agnoletti, who had originally been invited to attend, was unable to travel due to factors including rising tensions in the Middle East.
(2026-03-21). China's loan prime rates remain unchanged. ecns.cn China's one-year loan prime rate (LPR), a market-based benchmark lending rate, came in at 3 percent Friday, unchanged from the previous month.
(2026-03-21). 10 killed, 59 injured in South Korea's auto parts factory fire. ecns.cn A fire at an auto parts manufacturing factory in Daejeon, South Korea, has left 10 people dead, 59 injured and four missing, fire authorities said Saturday.
(2026-03-21). China's commerce minister meets with Apple CEO Tim Cook. ecns.cn China's Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao met with Apple CEO Tim Cook on Friday and exchanged views on topics including China-U.S. economic and trade relations, and Apple's business operations and development in China, according to a press release from the Ministry of Commerce.
(2026-03-21). China targets corruption at the grassroots. ecns.cn Corruption at the grassroots level often hits people where it matters most, affecting pensions, subsidies and public services. China is intensifying oversight and cracking down on misconduct and corruption that directly affect citizens, according to key policy documents adopted this year.
(2026-03-21). Chinese yuan strengthens to 6.8898 against USD Friday. ecns.cn The central parity rate of the Chinese currency renminbi, or the yuan, strengthened 77 pips to 6.8898 against the U.S. dollar Friday, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System.
(2026-03-21). From Ras Tanura to Nakhchivan: Israel and the Riddle of False Flags. moderndiplomacy.eu The Middle East has witnessed the escalation of one of the most complex conflicts in recent decades over the past two weeks. What began as a direct confrontation between Iran and Israel has now transformed into an intricate network of cross-border attacks spanning from the Persian Gulf coasts to the Caucasus mountains and the eastern …
(2026-03-21). Escalation Without War: China's New Strategy in the Indo-Pacific. moderndiplomacy.eu On 29 December 2025, more than 130 Chinese military aircraft and drones filled the airspace surrounding Taiwan. Destroyers, frigates, coast guard vessels, and rocket units were deployed from multiple directions. Seven temporary danger zones were established around the Taiwan Strait. More than 100,000 international passengers were affected by cancellations and flight diversions. No shells landed …
(2026-03-21). Integration of Islamist Forces by Sudan's Yasser al-Atta Set to Deepen, Not Ease, International Alarm. moderndiplomacy.eu Lieutenant General Yasser al-Atta, member of the Sovereign Council and Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), stated on Saturday that arrangements are underway to revamp mechanisms for organizing and integrating support forces into the SAF, according to reporting in Sudan Horizon. It is likely Atta thought this news would reassure both the Sudanese …
(2026-03-21). Post-Saddam Iraq at 23: The War It Never Wanted Is Back. moderndiplomacy.eu On the anniversary of the 2003 invasion, Iraq finds itself trapped between the same external powers that have defined — and destroyed — its last quarter-century When American bombs first fell on Baghdad on 19—20 March 2003, the stated mission was liberation. Twenty-three years later, Iraq is again being bombed—this time not by U.S. forces …
(2026-03-20). With Chinese Aid, Iran Targets Mossad, Shin Bet, and Aman in Bid for American Files. moderndiplomacy.eu The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on several occasions during 2025 and 2026 its intention to target key Israeli intelligence headquarters, including the Mossad (foreign intelligence), Shin Bet (internal security), and Aman (military intelligence) headquarters in the heart of Tel Aviv and its suburbs. These recent Iranian attacks against Israeli military and intelligence targets …
(2026-03-20). Border Fire, Regional Fallout: Pakistan—Afghanistan Clash Signals Wider Instability. moderndiplomacy.eu A fragile pause in fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan during Eid al-Fitr has done little to ease fears that the conflict could reignite at any moment. The weekslong violence, which has already killed hundreds, was only temporarily halted, with both sides warning they would respond immediately to any violations. A deadly blast in Kabul, which …
(2026-03-20). Israel, Iran launch new mutual attacks as IRGC spox killed. newarab.com 
Iran launched a new wave of attacks on and Israel as well as Kuwait's second-largest oil refinery was forced to close after being attacked by Iranian drones for the second day running, while explosions were heard in Tel Aviv after Iran fired a new missile salvo. | In a televised…
(2026-03-20). Iranians mark Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr despite war and inflation. newarab.com 
In the narrow alleys of western Tehran, small bonfires light up the night sky, casting long shadows against the brick walls of apartment buildings. Neighbours gather in the streets to jump over the flames, taking part in The ritual is meant to cast away bad luck and sickness before the new year arrives, and it is rooted in Zoroastrian tradition.
(2026-03-20). Israel assault kills 1,000 in Lebanon, one million displaced. newarab.com 
Israeli bombardment has widened across
(2026-03-20). Iraqis purchase weapons amid worsening security situation. newarab.com 
The activity is believed to be linked to growing desire for self-protection amid mounting fears of deteriorating security conditions. | Observers said informal weapons markets have gradually regained activity after years of government attempts to curb the spread of arms among civilians. | Some shops and intermediaries are witnessing increased demand…
(2026-03-20). US energy secretary justifies removing sanctions on Iranian oil. newarab.com 
Removing sanctions on stranded Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday the US may soon remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded on tankers at sea, as Washington seeks to curb
(2026-03-21). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-21). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-21). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-03-21). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-03-21). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-03-21). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-21). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-21). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-03-21). What if we actually nuked our way around the Hormuz blockage? responsiblestatecraft.org On March 14, Newt Gingrich, former Speaker of the House and foundational Republican thought-leader of American neoliberalism, suggested unclogging the Strait of Hormuz by
(2026-03-20). Israel accusing Iran of lawbreaking is the height of hypocrisy. responsiblestatecraft.org In recent days, Israel and the United States have expressed outrage over the deliberate and indiscriminate targeting of civilians and civilian residences and infrastructure in Israel and the Gulf by Iranian forces. They have cited the illegality of such attacks, urged global condemnation, and
(2026-03-20). Zelensky versus the EU: Will Ukraine ever get in? responsiblestatecraft.org Ukraine's drive to join the European Union is facing increasing frustration. The obstacles are no longer coming from Russia, which has dropped its objection to Ukraine joining the EU: a key concession that grants a core demand of the Maidan protests of 2014. The frustration emerges because the EU cannot dramatically relax its rules of accession to satisfy Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has
(2026-03-20). If surviving Trump meeting was goal, Takaichi leaves DC a winner. responsiblestatecraft.org Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump began with a warm embrace and opening remarks that established a favorable mood.Takaichi declared that "Donald" is the only person who can achieve peace and prosperity throughout the world, and that she intends to reach out to other countries to support his efforts. Trump congratulated Takaichi for her historic electoral victory, called her a "powerful woman," and thanked her for all she has done. But despite the positive atmosphere, this summit revealed the risks of Japan's policy of clinging to the United States while allowing i…
(2026-03-20). Transatlantic Tensions Rise: The Real Story Behind the "Cowards" Label. thinktank.pk In the midst of escalating tensions in the Middle East, Donald Trump sparked controversy by labeling key allies as "cowards." The remark did not emerge in isolation—it was rooted in a broader geopolitical crisis centered on the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical arteries of global energy trade. But why did this rhetoric …
(2026-03-20). Will the Future Internet Be Controlled by Hackers or Defenders? thinktank.pk In a landmark international cyber operation, authorities recently dismantled two of the world's largest botnet infrastructures—networks of compromised computers used to launch massive cyberattacks. Coordinated by agencies including Europol and supported by German investigators, the takedown represents one of the most significant blows to cybercriminal ecosystems in recent years. But beneath the surface of this …
(2026-03-21). Phillies 2026 preview: Roster moves, new ballpark bites and what to know ahead of Opening Day. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Phillies' 2025 season ended in heartbreak in October when They're not running it back, right?: | This year's…
(2026-03-21). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-21). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-21). Delaware Latino entrepreneurs gather at Legislative Hall to connect with lawmakers and strengthen community ties. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Dozens of Latino business owners showed up at Legislative Hall in Dover this week to network with Delaware's community leaders, legislators and representatives. | La Plaza Delaware and the Delaware Alliance for Latino Entrepreneurs hosted the event. The mission of the organizations is to support Latino entrepreneurs and help them grow and elevate their businesses. | Mary DuPont, founder and executive director of La Plaza Delaware, said the gathering gave legislators and memb…
(2026-03-20). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-20). South Philly homeless encampment residents facing displacement call on the city for safe outdoor living space. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? An impending sweep of a homeless encampment in South Philadelphia along Christopher Columbus Boulevard was delayed Friday. | Action to remove people from the site was postponed until City Councilman Mark Squilla, who represents the area in District 1, could meet with homeless residents and advocates next week about their concerns, said chief of staff Anne Kelly King. | The delay was a small, but temporary reprieve for about 20 people who live outside on vacant private proper…
(2026-03-20). The surprising benefits of oversharing. whyy.org Harvard business professor Leslie John says revealing the sometimes-ugly truth about ourselves can build trust and lead to more honest, meaningful relationships.
(2026-03-20). WHYY Newscast for Friday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…