(2026-04-23). Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks. tribune.com.pk 
Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as it tightened its grip on the strategic waterway after US President Donald Trump announced he was indefinitely calling off attacks, with no sign of peace talks restarting. | The status of a two-week-old ceasefire, due to expire earlier this week, remained unclear. In a sharp about-face hours after threatening renewed violence, Trump made what appeared to be a unilateral announcement on Tuesday that the US would extend a ceasefire until it had discussed an Iranian proposal in peace talks to end the two-month-old war. | Read: Complete cea…
(2026-04-22). Trump says there is 'no time frame' for ending war with Iran. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Wednesday there is"no time frame"for ending the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.Commander of Irans Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Ahmad Vahidi and his deputies had rejected much of what Irans own negotiators had discussed during the first round of U.
(2026-04-23). Israel kills journalist and wounds another in south Lebanon targeted attack. aljazeera.com Israel has killed journalist Amal Khalil and injured Zeinab Faraj in a 'double-tap' attack in southern Lebanon.
(2026-04-23). Antisemitism or anti-Zionism? Sydney Uni pressure to silence Israel, apartheid critics. asiapacificreport.nz University of Sydney's appointment of pro-Israel academic Michael Abrahams-Sprod as antisemitism adviser has exposed management to an embarrassing conflict in its approach to freedom of expression. Wendy Bacon reports for Michael West Media. SPECIAL REPORT: By Wendy Bacon While University of Sydney antisemitism adviser Dr Michael Abrahams-Sprod works in vice-chancellor Mark Scott's office as its…
(2026-04-23). Iran laughs, Trump makes desperate plan as oil prices skyrocket in US: Real cause of longer truce. hindustantimes.com As Iran keeps dodging U.S. pressure and hinting at closing Hormuz, American fuel prices keep climbing. Trump quietly extends the ceasefire, weighs a longer Jones Act waiver, and braces for midterm backlash while insisting the blockade on Iranian ports will continue. Can he contain both Iran and voter anger at once?
(2026-04-23). After Hormuz, all eyes on Red Sea: Could Iran trigger a global shipping crisis at Bab al-Mandeb. hindustantimes.com What happens when the world's two most critical maritime chokepoints are pushed to the brink, at the same time? The Strait of Hormuz is already under pressure. Now, a new threat is emerging from the Red Sea. Iran's so-called "new cards" may not be nuclear or diplomatic, they may be geographic. The Bab al-Mandeb, a narrow strip of water most people have never heard of, suddenly becomes the hinge on which global trade swings. But how real is this threat? Can Iran actually pull this off through its regional network? And more importantly, what happens to your fuel prices, supply chains, and economy if it does? From S…
(2026-04-23). Is Iran 'collapsing financially'? Trump claims USA's Hormuz blockade is costing Tehran $500 mn a day. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump claims Iran is "collapsing financially" as Washington ramps up economic and military pressure despite extending the ceasefire. With tensions centered around the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. has deployed advanced surveillance systems like GARC drones to monitor Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Tehran, however, rejects the narrative, insisting it will not bow to sanctions or blockade pressure. Is this maximum pressure working—or pushing the region closer to escalation?
(2026-04-23). Donald Trump's exploited States of America. mronline.org 
Tariffs, kidnappings, blockades, bombings, and constant threats of escalation mark U.S. President Donald Trump's second term. The reason for the aggression: the U.S. must free itself from exploitation by other countries. According to Trump, the others are enriching themselves at the expense of the U.S. market, NATO partners are leaving the U.S. to shoulder the …
(2026-04-22). Pentagon assesses clearing Hormuz mines could take 6 months: report. ecns.cn This file photo taken on Feb.19, 2025 shows the Strait of Hormuz..S.defense officials briefed lawmakers this week on an intelligence assessment that it could take six months to fully clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines deployed by the Iranian military, The Washington Post reported Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). US imperialism's war on Iran unleashes global economic and social catastrophe for the working class. wsws.org American imperialism's determination to consolidate its geostrategic dominance over the Middle East, one of the world's most critical energy-producing regions, has already claimed the lives of thousands of Iranians. But the economic fallout from the US-instigated war and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could prove even more deadly.
(2026-04-22). Trump not viewing Iran's ships seizure near Hormuz Strait as breach of ceasefire: White House. ecns.cn The IRGC also targeted a Greek-owned ship named Euphoria on Wednesday, a third"violating ship"attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, which is now stranded on Irans shores, the Iranian semi-official Fars news agency reported.
(2026-04-23). Security conference on the South Caucasus concluded. unitedworldint.com 
With participation of numerous ambassadors, economic, and political experts from the Republic of Türkiye, the Russian Federation, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, along with the Chairman of the Vatan Party, Dr. Doƒüu Perinàßek. The Security Conference on the South Caucasus, organized by the National Strategy Center (USMER), has …
(2026-04-23). Protesting Israel-US attacks on Iranian Schools, Colleges. juancole.com — | Letter regarding U.S.-Israel attacks on Iranian educational infrastructure: |
(2026-04-22). Iran stresses dialogue, criticizes Washington's 'double standards' in negotiations. ecns.cn Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Wednesday that Iran has always welcomed resolving issues through dialogue and agreement and will continue to do so.
(2026-04-23). Gaza: Children among five killed in Israeli strike in Beit Lahia. newarab.com 
Gaza's civil defence agency said an Israeli airstrike targeted a group of civilians in a Gaza remains gripped by daily violence despite a 10 October ceasefire, as the Israeli military has been carrying out violations in the form of strikes, gunfire, and deliberate home demolitions. | "Five Palestinians, including three children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike that targeted a group of civilians near Al-Qassa…
(2026-04-23). Gaza's Informal Digital Economy and Resilience. juancole.com The telecommu…
(2026-04-23). Palestinian reports: Five killed, including three children, in Israeli strike in northern Gaza. haaretz.com
(2026-04-23). Women's water polo debuts at 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya. ecns.cn Kazakhstan defeated Thailand 3-2 during the water polo women's round-robin final match at the 6th Asian Beach Games, which marks the sport's debut at the event.
(2026-04-23). Working class support for One Nation (Part II): In defence of the explanation. links.org.au 
Lisbeth Latham looks at criticisms of the labour aristocracy thesis, arguing that they rest on analytical errors worth examining carefully as they illuminate why the left struggles to explain working class support for One Nation.
(2026-04-23). China marks navy's 77th anniversary amid growing role in safeguarding peace. ecns.cn China on Thursday celebrated the 77th anniversary of its navy, whose presence and increasing strength have become a significant force in maintaining regional and global stability.
(2026-04-23). Report on Xinjiang bridge collapse blames safety violations; 11 under investigation. ecns.cn An investigation into a suspension bridge collapse in northwest China that killed five people and injured 24 found construction flaws and safety violations were to blame, authorities said Wednesday. Eleven people have been referred to judicial authorities.
(2026-04-23). Democrats up in Virginia, but US voters may pay price for redistricting war. aljazeera.com Experts say unprecedented flurry of tit-for-tat congressional redistricting risks surge in gerrymandering.
(2026-04-23). ICE Re-Detains Plaintiff Out On Bond in Landmark Case Challenging L.A. ICE Raids, Sends Him Back To Adelanto. lataco.com After the Supreme Court refused his challenge to ICE, Isaac Antonio Villegas Molina, a construction worker filing a lawsuit against ICE with the help of the ACLU, was detained once again during his ISAP check-in.
(2026-04-23). Heartland Institute Climate Experts Comment on Earth Day. wattsupwiththat.com "Earth Day today feels increasingly detached from the kind of environmental problems that gave rise to it in 1970. Back then, the issues were obvious and immediate — urban smog, polluted rivers, toxic industrial discharge — and they were addressed with equally direct solutions.
(2026-04-23). Structural reforms boost investor confidence. sanews.gov.za Structural reforms boost investor confidence | Despite a challenging global economic environment, strong and sustained progress in implementing growth-enhancing structural reforms has strengthened policy credibility and positioned South Africa to attract higher levels of investment. | This is according to the Phase II of Operation Vulindlela progress report for the fourth quarter of 2025/26, which sets out key milestones achieved between January and March 2026 across the seven reform focus areas. | The reforms currently underway aim to reduce input costs, improve competitiveness, and create opportunities for pri…
(2026-04-23). Mahan Air to resume flights between Iran, China. ecns.cn Iranian carrier Mahan Air announced that it will gradually resume passenger flight services between Iran and China starting next Sunday.
(2026-04-22). Russia hopes U.S. envoys' visits on Ukraine settlement to continue: Kremlin. ecns.cn Russia hopes that visits by U.S. representatives related to a Ukraine settlement will continue, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Can fish hook voters in India's West Bengal elections? aljazeera.com In battle for India's West Bengal election, PM Modi's men campaigned with fish in hand to try to connect with voters.
(2026-04-23). Study finds gene therapy may improve hearing in some deaf patients. ecns.cn An experimental gene therapy improved hearing in most patients with a rare form of congenital deafness, according to results from a China-led clinical study published in the journal Nature.
(2026-04-23). Trump Justice Department indicts Southern Poverty Law Center in frame-up to aid fascist groups. wsws.org The indictment does not expose a fraud against donors but the Trump administration's effort to criminalize the monitoring of fascist organizations and rehabilitate the white supremacists the SPLC exposed.
(2026-04-23). Australia: Two workers killed on the job in Brisbane in three days. wsws.org These terrible deaths point to a rising toll due to unsafe conditions and increased rates of exploitation in Australia and internationally.
(2026-04-23). The US witch-hunt against Chinese scientists and the death of Danhao Wang. wsws.org Danhao Wang's death is the direct consequence of a systematic government- and university-sponsored political operation targeting young Chinese researchers. This xenophobic purge, deeply intertwined with the capitalist military-industrial complex, is part of the broader attack on the democratic rights of all immigrants, students and working people.
(2026-04-23). Bangladesh: 4 Arrested for 'Insulting' Government. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Social media apps on a mobile phone. | © 2018 AP Photo | (London) — The arrest of at least four people in Bangladesh for posting social media content supposedly critical of the new government is an alarming continuation of the previous government's repressive practices, Human Rights Watch said today. Tarique Rahman's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government should live up to its promises on freedom of expression, end the misuse of existing laws to silence dissent, and amend or replace legislation to remove provisions that are open to abuse. Prime Minister Rahman took off…
(2026-04-23). Florida's assembly line of death: The execution of Chadwick Willacy and the political machinery behind America's killing season. wsws.org Willacy was the eighth person executed this year in the US and the fifth in Florida, the latest casualty of an accelerating machinery of death overseen by Governor Ron DeSantis.
(2026-04-23). Trump's Vision for the Homeless Is Already Here. progressivehub.net RACHEL LITCHMAN | THE PROGRESSIVE…
(2026-04-23). Eskom diesel contracts investigation near completion. sanews.gov.za Eskom diesel contracts investigation near completion | Eskom says its Group Investigations and Security Department investigation into possible irregularities relating to the procurement of diesel fuel and storage contracts is in its final stages of completion. | This after reports that diesel supplier contracts at the power utility had been allegedly riddled with corruption and irregular contract management. | "As part of its ongoing governance, risk and assurance processes, Eskom…launched an investigation into possible irregularities relating to the procurement of diesel fuel and storage contracts. | "Eskom ca…
(2026-04-23). Authorities expose 10 ecological violation cases, urge stricter enforcement. ecns.cn Chinas natural resources and forestry authorities on Thursday unveiled 10 typical cases of ecological violations identified in the first quarter of this year.
(2026-04-23). Deaths of CIA agents in Mexico spark sovereignty row with White House. scmp.com The death of US officials following an operation to dismantle a drug lab in northern Mexico is escalating tensions with Washington, as President Claudia Sheinbaum insists her government was unaware of their involvement. | At a news conference, Sheinbaum said Mexican security officials involved in the operation were never told about the presence of foreigners, which she described as a clear breach of security protocols. A person familiar with the matter confirmed that the two US nationals worked…
(2026-04-23). Virginia's Redistricting Vote Was About Representation, Power, and History. capitalbnews.org 
ARLINGTON, Virginia — After weeks of wall-to-wall campaigning, Virginians made their voices heard, approving a new U.S. House map that could help Democrats to pick up four additional seats and bolster Black political power in Congress. But less than 24 hours later, a judge barred the certification of the results. Wednesday's ruling halts state officials from …
(2026-04-23). CATL says new batteries cut charging time, extend EV range. ecns.cn Chinese battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) said it has developed a new generation of electric vehicle batteries designed to reduce charging times and extend driving range.
(2026-04-23). UN envoy meets Houthis to push Yemen peace efforts, calls for detainee release. ecns.cn SANAA, April 22 ⚪ UN Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg said Wednesday that he discussed with the Houthi group ways to advance the UN mediation process and efforts to move forward negotiations on the release of detainees.
(2026-04-23). Endangered saker falcon spotted in Xinjiang's Barluk Mountains. ecns.cn A saker falcon was spotted and recorded in early April at the rocky cliffs of the Barluk Mountains in Tuoli county of Tacheng prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
(2026-04-23). Tencent, Alibaba in talks to invest in DeepSeek at over $20 billion valuation. ecns.cn Chinese tech giants Tencent Holdings and Alibaba Group are in talks to invest in artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek, The Information reported on Wednesday, citing four people familiar with the discussions.
(2026-04-23). US ramps up boat strikes in Latin American waters amid mounting proof that victims are fishermen. wsws.org Escalating US military strikes targeting fishermen under the pretext of a "war on drugs" are driven by a broader agenda of imperialist domination.
(2026-04-23). For the second year in a row, Nakba Day march canceled due to Israel Police limits. haaretz.com Organizers say they had no choice after police demanded they limit the march to 1,000 people and bar Palestinian flags. Instead, a panel on the Nakba was broadcast on Zoom…
(2026-04-23). China identifies new lunar mineral, matching U.S. total. ecns.cn A lunar mineral discovered by a Chinese research team has been approved by the International Mineralogical Association, marking the 11th lunar mineral identified globally, according to media reports.
(2026-04-23). Trump says 'no time frame' for ending war, Iran opposes maritime blockades. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said there is "no time frame" for ending the war with Iran, while Iran's parliamentary speaker insisted that a full ceasefire depends on the lifting of maritime blockades.
(2026-04-23). Rights Need to Guide Global Fossil Fuel Phaseout. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Climate activists hold a rally to protest the use of fossil fuels on Earth Day in front of the White House on April 22, 2023, in Washington, DC. | © 2023 AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File…
(2026-04-23). US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say. tribune.com.pk 
Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a US official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the Pentagon coming just weeks after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted the Army's top general. | The Pentagon announced his departure in a brief statement, saying he was leaving the administration "effective immediately." But it did not provide a reason or say whether it was his decision to go. | His firing was first reported by Reuters. | The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Phe…
(2026-04-23). Japan's moves on Yasukuni Shrine blatantly provoke international justice: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Japan's negative moves related to the Yasukuni war shrine constitute a blatant provocation against international justice and an affront to human conscience, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday, adding China is strongly indignant over and deplores such practices.
(2026-04-23). Pope Leo visits prison in Equatorial Guinea. aljazeera.com Pope Leo XIV visited a prison in Equatorial Guinea on the last day of his Africa tour.
(2026-04-23). Growing number of potential flashpoints in global financial system. wsws.org As the US war on Iran continues, the global financial system is increasingly coming to resemble a minefield.
(2026-04-23). Putting the calamity makers in charge: Anthropic and Claude Mythos preview. onlineopinion.com.au AI firms warn of catastrophic risk while racing to build it. Anthropic's latest model exposes that contradiction in full.
(2026-04-22). SpaceX reaches deal with AI startup Cursor. ecns.cn Cursor CEO Michael Truell said on social media that he looks forward to partnering with the SpaceX team to scale up Composer, calling the partnership"a meaningful step"toward building more advanced AI-assisted programming systems.
(2026-04-23). Green 'crop circles' emerge on edge of Taklimakan Desert. ecns.cn Viewed from above, the fields resemble giant clock faces, while the long irrigation arms move slowly like clock hands, rotating evenly around their central pivots.
(2026-04-23). Resourceful Earth Day: Fred Smith on Julian Simon. wattsupwiththat.com "The problems of famine, overpopulation, poverty, and disease are resolvable. In fact, they have been resolved in the United States and other places where human ingenuity is free to solve them."
(2026-04-23). China sees higher grain output, stable prices in 2026: official report. ecns.cn China expects grain output to rise in 2026, with prices remaining broadly stable, according to an official agricultural outlook report covering the next decade.
(2026-04-22). Services to top 100 trln yuan by 2030. ecns.cn China will intensify efforts to upgrade its fast-growing services sector, aiming to foster an open, competitive and high-quality ecosystem that benefits both Chinese consumers and global providers, experts and executives said.
(2026-04-23). Remains of 12 Chinese martyrs in Korean War returned to homeland from ROK. ecns.cn The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers martyrs who lost their lives during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953) were returned to China from the Republic of Korea (ROK) on Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Bulgaria's parliamentary election returns Radev's Progressive Bulgaria with an absolute majority. wsws.org Workers and youth will soon confront a Radev administration determined to defend the interests of the imperialist powers and the Bulgarian ruling class.
(2026-04-23). Euro, yuan unlikely to match US dollar as global currencies, Daniel Gros says. scmp.com Daniel Gros is the director of the Institute for European Policymaking at Bocconi University. Previously, he served as an adviser to the European Parliament, collaborated with the European Commission as economic adviser to the Delors Committee, which developed plans for the euro, and worked at the International Monetary Fund. | In this interview, Gros examines the structural tensions shaping EU-China economic ties, draws lessons from the euro's experience to analyse the yuan's…
(2026-04-23). WHO Europe calls for stronger influenza vaccination efforts across region. ecns.cn OSLO, April 22 ⚪ The World Health Organization Regional Office for Europeon Wednesday called for stronger efforts to improve access to influenza vaccines and boost uptake among at-risk groups across Europe.
(2026-04-23). U.S. Expands "Economic Fury" Sanctions on Iran as Trump Declares Ceasefire. progressivehub.net SHARON ZHANG | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-04-23). US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, say sources. geo.tv 
US Secretary of the Navy John Phelan speaks, after President Donald Trump announced the Navy's "Golden Fleet", at Mar-a-lago in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 22, 2025. — ReutersPhelan clashed with Hegseth, other military leaders.Hegseth has fired top officials from across the…
(2026-04-23). Is another financial crisis brewing in the U.S. economy? Economist Michael Hudson explains the dangers. mronline.org 
Reports suggest the U.S. economy may be on the verge of another financial crisis, with major problems in the $3 trillion private credit market. Economist Michael Hudson explains the dangers of Wall Street's Ponzi schemes.
(2026-04-23). UK, France agree to three-year deal to stop migrant crossings. newarab.com 
Under the deal, France pledged to increase law enforcement Britain will meanwhile provide up to 766 million euros ($89…
(2026-04-22). UNGA concludes interactive dialogues with UN secretary-general candidates. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 22 ⚪ The UN General Assemblyconcluded its two-day interactive dialogues with candidates for the position of the next UN secretary-general on Wednesday.
(2026-04-23). Condolences for respected jurist. sanews.gov.za Condolences for respected jurist | Constitutional Court Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has, on behalf of the South African Judiciary, expressed sadness at the passing of retired Judge President Achmat Naeem Jappie. | Jappie died on Wednesday at the age of 70, following a short illness. | "His passing is a great loss to the Judiciary and the legal profession. He will be remembered for his dedicated service, principled leadership, and lasting contribution to the administration of justice in South Africa," the Office of the Chief Justice said in a statement. | The retired judge was appointed to the bench in 1998 in post…
(2026-04-22). Tesla reports higher Q1 revenue, profit. ecns.cn S.electric vehicle maker Tesla on Wednesday reported financial results for the first quarter of 2026, with total revenue rising 16 percent year on year to 22.4 billion U.
(2026-04-22). 2 dead, 19 hospitalized after chemical leak at U.S. West Virginia plant. ecns.cn NEW YORK, April 22 ⚪ At least two people were killed and 19 others sent to hospital on Wednesday after a chemical leak occurred at a silver catalyst manufacturing plant in the U.S.state of West Virginia, local authorities said.
(2026-04-23). UN leadership race takes centre stage with first round of interviews. scmp.com The race to become the next leader of the United Nations moved into a higher gear with the four declared candidates facing hours of questions over two days. Top among them: can the UN be made effective again? | Rafael Grossi, an Argentine diplomat who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency, struck a downbeat note about the global body's future during his interview replace Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
(2026-04-23). "This is gaslighting. A deception" : Los Angeles school workers denounce union-backed sellout contracts. wsws.org A WSWS analysis of comments on union social media found roughly two-thirds of UTLA comments and a majority of SEIU 99 comments were against the contracts.
(2026-04-23). Scientists create largest-ever cosmological simulation, opening new window into universe. ecns.cn A Chinese-led international team has released the largest-ever cosmological simulation, named "HyperMillennium," offering scientists a powerful digital tool to explore cosmic evolution.
(2026-04-23). China makes major strides in fight against desertification, shares lessons with world. ecns.cn Along the southeastern edge of China's Tengger Desert, workers were pressing bundles of straw rope into the sand in a grid pattern, like a giant checkerboard holding the dunes in place.
(2026-04-23). The EU still has no guts when it comes to Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org In a sign of mounting pressure on European leaders over Israel's violence in occupied Palestinian territories and beyond, more than a million EU citizens have
(2026-04-23). China rolls out guideline to build youth-friendly cities. ecns.cn China has rolled out a new guideline to deepen the development of youth-friendly cities, aiming to systematically optimize an environment in which young people can"enter, stay, live comfortably and succeed in their careers".
(2026-04-23). Iran says won't reopen Hormuz as long as US blockade remains. newarab.com 
(2026-04-23). China rolls out youth-focused urban policy to expand housing, childcare support for young people. ecns.cn China has issued a new policy requiring cities to integrate youth development into urban planning, covering housing, healthcare, education and public services, to better support young people and families across the country.
(2026-04-23). Who are graduate student strikers up against at Harvard University? wsws.org The Harvard Corporation consists of a virtual Who's Who of America's corporate-financial oligarchy.
(2026-04-23). Wind and solar focus threaten America's and South Africa's economy. onlineopinion.com.au All countries urgently need more reliable, affordable electricity to create jobs, reduce poverty, and improve lives. South Africa is at a crossroads when it comes to electricity.
(2026-04-23). Ultra-Orthodox Jews burn Israeli flags to protest national day. aljazeera.com Ultra-Orthodox Jewish protesters have burned Israeli flags and brandished anti-Zionist banners in West Jerusalem.
(2026-04-23). Working class support for One Nation (Part I): Towards an honest explanation. links.org.au 
Lisbeth Latham argues the surge in support for One Nation has forced a question the Australian left has avoided answering honestly: why do some workers support a politics that appears to cut against their own material interests?
(2026-04-22). China issues guideline to boost energy conservation, carbon reduction. ecns.cn China released a guideline on Wednesday outlining arrangements to advance the country's energy conservation and carbon reduction efforts.
(2026-04-23). Automated irrigation creates 'crop circles' in Taklimakan Desert. ecns.cn Twenty-five green "crop circles," each measuring 800 meters in diameter, have appeared in Kunyu City on the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2026-04-23). In Numbers: Global tourists praise safety in China travel boom. ecns.cn The safety and convenience of traveling in China have become widely discussed topics on overseas social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
(2026-04-23). China reports steady farm output, rural income growth in Q1. ecns.cn The number of newborn piglets last month declined year-over-year for the first time in 17 months, gradually improving the supply-demand balance and stabilizing prices, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.
(2026-04-23). Nigel Farage Promotes Reform UK Donor's Pothole Repair Machine on Election Leaflets. bylinetimes.com 
Reform UK have been using their campaign leaflets to promote a product produced by a major donor to Nigel Farage's party. | Reform leaflets sent out for the local elections have promoted the 'JCB Pothole Pro', as part of their promise to "FIX the ROADS!". | The promotion came after JCB's owners donated hundreds of thousands of pounds to the party. | The leaflets feature the promise to address potholes using the machine, which was allegedly 'dedicated just to us', in amongst other pledges to take power away from the civil service, reject 'unnecessary over development', and to crack down on unspecified illegal h…
(2026-04-23). Iran Seizes Ships, closes Hormuz until US lifts Blockade. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The naval branch of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps
(2026-04-23). Despite Trump's threats, a US-Cuba deal is taking shape. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-23). No stress, full Marks: How Udupi's Preetham Poojary scored a perfect 625/625 in SSLC. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-23). Russian strike on Ukraine kills two, wounds eight: local authorities. ecns.cn
(2026-04-23). DK tops, Udupi second as Karnataka SSLC hits impressive 94.1% pass rate. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-23). The Bear unbound: Russia's warning, NATO promises and the dangerous complacency of the West. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-23). A fake threat exposes a very real crisis between Turkey and Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-23). Washington responde a la incautación de dos buques por el ejército iraní. cubadebate.cu La Armada de la Guardia Revolucionaria de Irán publicó este miércoles imágenes que muestran la incautación de dos buques portacontenedores en el estrecho de Ormuz. Según las autoridades del país persa, la detención de los buques MSC-Francesca y Epaminodes por incumplir las condiciones de seguridad.
(2026-04-23). Una firma por la paz, y por el sagrado deber de defender la Patria. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del CCPCC y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, participó este miércoles en el acto realizado en la sede de la organización partidista para respaldar el movimiento "Mi Firma por la Patria", que se ha convertido en un llamado a cada cubano, ante la amenaza imperial.
(2026-04-23). Pocos "Vientos de Cuaresma" cubadebate.cu En ocasiones se han emitido alertas para la navegación y actividades marítimas en ese periodo, no solo ante la presencia pronosticada de fenómenos peligrosos. Los vientos del Sur persistentes en estos mess, aunque en sí no constituyen un fenómeno meteorológico peligroso, sí pueden poner en riesgo sobre todo a aquellos que realizan actividades marítimas mar afuera.
(2026-04-22). Cuba confirms recent meeting with U.S. delegation. ecns.cn A meeting was recently held in Cuba between delegations from Cuba and the United States, Alejandro Garcia del Toro, deputy director general for U.S. affairs at Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, told Cuba's state daily Granma on Monday.
(2026-04-23). Ricky and Mad Bills to Pay (or Destiny, dile que no soy malo): "Society is also something real…" wsws.org The two films present some of the same problems, some of the same problems that a good number of American (and not simply American) "small," "realist" dramas exhibit.
(2026-04-22). How Israel expands its control of south Lebanon border villages. newarab.com 
As the ceasefire in Lebanon enters its fifth day, the Israeli army is At the same time, the Israelis are…
(2026-04-22). Israel's 'digital occupation' of south Lebanon. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Linh Nguyen explains Israeli drones above the skies in Lebanon, which critics call a "digital occupation."
(2026-04-22). Lebanon: Hezbollah responds to Israeli violations ahead of talks. newarab.com 
One person was killed in an Israeli drone strike in eastern Lebanon overnight, while Lebanon's state news agency reported that an Israeli drone had k…
(2026-04-22). Headlines for April 22, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire But Maintains Blockade as Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Frays as Hezbollah Fires on Israeli Forces, Israeli Army Reservist Kills Two Palestinians in West Bank Settler Attack, NYT: Two Senior Hamas Officials Say Group Could Give Up Some Weapons Belonging to Police Force, Justice Department Indicts Southern Poverty Law Center on Federal Fraud Charges, CIA Agents Among U.S. Officials Killed in Mexico Car Crash, Prompting Probe into Covert Operations, Indigenous Communities and Environmental Activists Vow to Fight Mexican President Sheinbaum's Rever…
(2026-04-22). Israeli strikes wound journalist, trap another under rubble in southern Lebanon. al-monitor.com By Maya GebeilyBEIRUT, April 22 (Reuters) – Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon wounded one journalist and left another trapped under rubble on Wednesday with rescuers temporarily blocked from reaching her by ongoing Israeli fire, Lebanon's health ministry, a senior military official and press advocates said.Israel's military said in a statement it had received reports that two journalists were injured as a result of its strikes, and denied it was preventing rescue teams from reaching the area.
(2026-04-22). Friday 4/24: Protest the zionist consulate in SF. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | SF…
(2026-04-22). Watch: Israeli propagandist boasts of 60k-strong pro-genocide hasbara operation. thecanary.co 
Former Israeli intelligence officer Ella Kenan's boast to a pro-Israel conference has exposed the occupation's massive digital propaganda operation. Kenan's 60,000-strong 'army' is focused entirely on undermining global support for the Palestinian people. Israeli arrogance With typical Israeli arrogance, she claims that her organisation's reach is 'completely organic'. Then, in the next sentence, she boasts […] | By
(2026-04-22). Díaz-Canel a OperaMundi: Bloqueo de EEUU es un castigo colectivo contra Cuba. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel denunció el recrudecimiento del bloqueo de Estados Unidos como un castigo colectivo contra el pueblo de la isla, y subrayó la importancia que mantiene hoy la solidaridad internacional para hacerle frente. | En entrevista con el periodista brasileño Breno Altman, transmitida la noche de este martes en una emisión especial del programa 20 Minutos de Opera Mundi, el mandatario calificó la política estadounidense como "una política criminal, realmente genocida", cuyas consecuencias impactan tanto en l…
(2026-04-22). Blockading the Strait of Hormuz. fpif.org At its narrowest point, the Strait of Hormuz is barely 33 kilometers. Because of its location in the middle of the oil-rich Middle East, the strait can disrupt global energy flow and halt economies. | After the United States and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran on February 28, Iran retaliated by effectively blockading the Strait of Hormuz in March. This move resulted in a nightmare for states heavily dependent on the Gulf States' oil and gas. What began as a targeted military campaign to change the Iranian regime and neutralize its nuclear and missile program turned into one of the most severe energy se…
(2026-04-22). Iran hangs former nuclear employee on spying charges: NGOs. newarab.com 
Iran hanged a man on Wednesday convicted of links to The execution of Mehdi Farid was the latest in a number of hangings of high-profile convicts in an accelerating trend that has alarmed rights groups. | "Mehdi Farid… was hanged this morning for extensive cooperation with the terrorist spy service Mossad after the case was examined and the final verdict was appro…
(2026-04-22). Did Iran ever Really Have a Nuclear Weapons Program? scheerpost.com Fariba Amini Informed Comment Interview of Dr. Mehran Mostafavi by Fariba Amini In a resolution against nuclear war initiated by philosopher Bertrand Russell and endorsed by Albert Einstein just a week before his death, they wrote: "We appeal, as human beings, to human beings, remember your humanity and forget the rest. If you do so, …
(2026-04-22). GOP Senator Suggests Trump Should "Finish" Iran With Nuclear Bomb. truthout.org Republican Sen. Roger Marshall (Kansas) said in an interview on Wednesday that President Donald Trump faces issues on par with those of World War II with regard to the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran, seeming to suggest that Trump should nuke Iran in order to prevent the country from ever having nuclear weapons. Marshall was asked by a Newsmax anchor if he believes that the U.S. |
(2026-04-22). Belgian army chief says EU uses Ukraine to buy time. infobrics.org Russia will win and open the door to a new historical and civilizational cycle.
(2026-04-22). The Chris Hedges Report: Is There A Way Out Of The Iran War? popularresistance.org To dissect the challenges involved in negotiating peace and the potential ramifications of a resumption of the war, Chris Hedges speaks with Professor John Mearsheimer. A fundamental difficulty is whether the United States realizes that Iran has the upper hand in this conflict. Mearsheimer explains that if the US chooses to escalate the situation, this would be to Iran's advantage as they have the capacity to inflict greater harm on the global economy beyond restricting passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which has already created shortages in critical materials needed for manufacturing and agriculture.
(2026-04-22). Military planners to discuss Hormuz reopening in London. tribune.com.pk 
Military planners from more than 30 countries will hold two-day talks in London from Wednesday to advance a mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and draw up detailed plans, the British government said. | More than a dozen countries said last week they were willing to join an international mission, led by Britain and France, to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz when conditions permit. | The commitment came after some 50 countries from Europe, Asia and the Middle East joined a video conference aimed at sending a signal to Washington after United States President Donald Trump said he did not need a…
(2026-04-22). Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz, Gujarat-bound vessel among targets; India concern rises. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalated on Wednesday after Iran's Revolutionary Guards seized two cargo vessels, including one that was headed towards Gujarat's Mundra Port.According to Iranian state media, the ships, Panama-flagged MSC Francesca and Liberia-flagged Epaminondas, have been taken into custody and moved to Iranian territory. Another vessel, the Greek-owned Euphoria, was also targeted during the incident and is now stranded near the Iranian coast. | Shipping data shows that Epaminondas was on its way from Dubai to Mundra Port when it was intercepted. Iranian authorities claimed that…
(2026-04-22). Livestream: Hizballah protects Lebanon. electronicintifada.net Sara Larijani and Taha Zeinalih from We Defend Iran on the Iranian people's commitment to retaining control of the Strait of Hormuz. Jon Elmer on fierce resistance in Lebanon and more.
(2026-04-22). Iran war reflects the false promise of US 'energy dominance'. scmp.com In the spring of 2026, amid a fragile ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump continues to insist that the United States is untouched by disruptions in the Persian Gulf. "We don't use it", he has claimed, echoing years of "energy dominance" rhetoric. | The numbers tell a different story. The United States remains a net importer of crude oil. Its refineries are engineered for the medium sour barrels that flow through the Hormuz Strait. And the global price shock triggered by the…
(2026-04-22). Trump threatens to bomb Iran again after announcing ceasefire extension. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said late Tuesday that any move by the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would preclude a deal with Iran, warning that an agreement would be impossible unless "we blow up the rest of their country."
(2026-04-22). The US has used its "ceasefire" with Iran to reorganize and rearm… thealtworld.com It has also used it to further expand what is already a global maritime blockade being illegally imposed on Russia, Iran, and ultimately China (and will expand to include any nation in between as this global conflict escalates). | A recent illegal seizure by the US of an Iranian ship supposedly on its way back from China was not only conducted as part of this — but is being used to build a narrative to escalate further against China directly. | Elsewhere, the US continues its control of Venezuela and its blockade and threats toward Cuba in the Americas, its war on Russia through Ukraine and the rest of Europ…
(2026-04-22). AI firm in Israel uses deepfake rape survivor videos 'for good', it claims. thecanary.co 
An Israel-based AI firm, Generative AI for Good, claims to be using deepfake technologies for positive ends. 'Positive' appears to mean creating deepfake videos to help the illegal US-Israel war on Iran. Like this clip that the company showed recently at an UN event in New York. The film is intended to show women who […] | By
(2026-04-22). No wonder Iran went cold on sham talks, considering the lying US-Israeli track record. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Tim O'Shea I don't blame Iran for going cold on another sham negotiation session with the US. After all, why would they take the US or Israel seriously? Or even remotely trust either of them when: They both bombed Iran right in the middle of two sets of previous "negotiations"; and Trump lied…
(2026-04-22). Trump looks for way out on war, but Iran may not oblige. al-monitor.com By extending a ceasefire indefinitely with Iran, President Donald Trump appears to be searching for a way out of a costly war, but Tehran may be unwilling to give him a win.Trump has insisted on maintaining a naval blockade, which Iran is demanding must end before it can consider any agreement to end the conflict launched on February 28 by Israel and the United States.
(2026-04-22). Bombs in the Name of "Liberation" : Iranian Women Lead Resistance to U.S.-Israeli War. thealtworld.com As Western leaders claim to "liberate" Iranian women, millions are taking to the streets to defend their country — directly challenging long-standing orientalist narratives that portray them as passive victims in need of saving, explains Iranian professor Dr. Setareh Sadeqi. | In the latest episode of MintCast, MintPress director and host Mnar Adley is joined by Dr. Setareh Sadeqi, assistant professor at the University of Tehran, to examine how the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is unfolding on the ground as Iranian Women lead massive rallies defying US imperialism and orientalist narratives about "oppressed" Ira…
(2026-04-22). How China stands to gain from the US-Israel war on Iran. newarab.com 
While much of the world's attention on the Beijing's approach demonstrates the strategic utility of its
(2026-04-22). Pope Leo vs US President Donald Trump. ummid.com Pope Leo's sharp criticism of war, sectarian manipulation and the political misuse of religion has cast fresh attention on the narratives shaping the US-Israel confrontation with Iran.
(2026-04-22). Iran's Remarkable Resilience Against US-Israeli Joint Aggression. ummid.com As tensions intensify between Iran, Israel, and the United States, one thing has become increasingly clear: Iran has managed not only to respond to sustained pressure but to endure it far longer than many analysts had anticipated.
(2026-04-22). Trump says eight Iranian women be executed, Iran disputes entire account. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 22 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran had agreed not to execute eight women protesters in a sign of respect for him, while officials in Tehran denied the executions had been planned and accused the U.S. president of spreading falsehoods."Very good news," Trump said in a social media post a day after granting a unilateral ceasefire in the war started by the U.S. and Israel on February 28.Trump said four of the eight women would be released immediately and four would be sentenced to one month in prison.
(2026-04-22). Iran's ceasefire and truce are about to crumble. What will happen? thealtworld.com How did Tehran and its allies prepare for the new attack? What are America's three alternatives for preventing calamity before it's too late? | When the Iranian leadership clearly states that it will not accept negotiations under threat and that the Iranian negotiating delegation, whether primary or secondary, has not left Tehran for Islamabad, it is a direct slap in the face of President Donald Trump and his administration, who confirmed that Iran would face devastating attacks on its power plants, bridges, and other civilian infrastructure. | This firm Iranian stance, as well as the refusal to send a delegation…
(2026-04-22). US blocked $500 mn cash shipment to Iraq over pro-Iran attacks. newarab.com 
The The Wall Street Journal reported that Washington has suspended cash shipments to Iraq and frozen funding for security programs following attacks on US interests in the country by groups showing solidarity with Iran. | Iraq has long walked a tightrope between the competing influences of its allies, neighboring Iran…
(2026-04-22). Iran demands release of Touska vessel, crew. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iran called on the UN to require the US to immediately release the commercial vessel Touska and its crew after a US military attack near the Iranian coast in the Sea of Oman.
(2026-04-22). Iran: No Decision Yet on New Talks in Pakistan due to Contradictory US Messages. orinocotribune.com Iran has not made a final decision on whether to participate in the next round of Pakistan-mediated talks with the United States, citing contradictory messages, inconsistent behavior and unacceptable actions by the American side, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Tuesday, April 21. | "No final decision has been made yet on whether to participate in the Pakistan talks," Esmail Baghaei said in a televised interview on IRIB's News Network. | "The reason is the contradictory messages, inconsistent behavior and unacceptable actions of the American side," he said. | Pakistan has been brokering indirect negotiation…
(2026-04-22). Iran says no talks with US until blockade lifted despite ceasefire extension. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian Ambassador to the United Nations Amir-Saeid Iravani responded to US President Donald Trump's ceasefire extension, stating that there will be no talks with the US until the blockade is lifted. | Iran's UN Ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani has responded to US President Donald Trump's announcement of an extension to the ceasefire, saying Tehran will not enter negotiations with the US unless the naval blockade is lifted. pic.twitter.com/xwgSyEZEoU | — Al Jazeera Breaking News (@AJENews) April 22, 2026 | "The United States must halt its 'violation of the ceasefire' before any new round of negotiations," t…
(2026-04-22). Pakistan works to advance Iran-US talks, awaits Tehran reply. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Pakistani political and military officials have engaged in intensive efforts over the past 24 hours to prevent the collapse of negotiations between Iran and the United States, sources said Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). Trump again claims to hold talks with Iran in coming days. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — In continuation of his contradictory statements, US President Donald Trump again claimed the second round of talks with Iran may be held this Friday.
(2026-04-22). UK envoy commends, supports Pakistan's role in bringing US-Iran on negotiating table. tribune.com.pk 
British High Commissioner Jane Marriott on Wednesday praised and supported "Pakistan's facilitative role in bringing the US and Iran to the negotiating table" during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. | According to a statement shared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on X, both sides discussed the evolving regional situation, while "FM Dar underscored Pakistan's ongoing efforts to facilitate engagement and emphasised the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in the peaceful resolution of disputes." | The British envoy "appreciated and supported Pakistan's facilitative…
(2026-04-22). New Flotilla Shows Palestinians in Gaza That the World Has Not Abandoned Us. truthout.org When word of an upcoming maritime flotilla coming from countries thousands of kilometers away first began circulating, Palestinians were in the heart of this war, in one of its harshest moments, with famine silently tearing through Gaza — heavier even than the shelling itself. Despite my awareness of the Israeli occupation's brutality and severity, and my knowledge that it does not really… |
(2026-04-22). Thursday 4/23: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-22). Gaza's unseen casualties: A surge in stillbirths and birth defects. aljazeera.com Gaza sees a 140% rise in stillbirths and a doubling of congenital anomalies as the devastating impacts of war linger.
(2026-04-22). Tuesday 4/28: Human Billboard for Gaza! indybay.org Adeline-Alcatraz-MLK intersection by Milyar Cafe, Berkeley…
(2026-04-22). Israel Is Continuing to Seize More of Gaza Beyond the So-Called Yellow Line. truthout.org Israel's gradual advancement of its "yellow line" to occupy more territory in the Gaza Strip is fueling concerns that it is seeking to effectively annex and colonize the majority of the territory without any formal agreement. The Guardian reported on Wednesday that Israel has been steadily pushing the truce line to take control of more Palestinian territory in the six months since a… |
(2026-04-22). Tuesday 4/21: Human Billboard for Gaza ! indybay.org Adeline-Alcatraz-MLK intersection by Milyar Cafe, Berkeley…
(2026-04-22). "The American population has a crisis of literacy" unitedworldint.com Speech by Diane Sare, Independent Candidate for President of the United States, and Founder of the Schiller Institute NYC Chorus at the online forum on March 2, 2026, titled "Epstein and the Bottomless Depravity of the Elites — Urgent Need for a Cultural Renaissance!" By Diane Sare, an Independent Candidate for President of the United …
(2026-04-22). Iran-U.S.: The strategic limbo breakdown. thealtworld.com The blockade is going global. Next stop is the Strait of Malacca. | No serious analysis can possibly take into consideration the Epstein Syndicate's mentally retarded blah blah blah about what goes on in the corridors of power in Tehran. | As if they had any informed clue. | Nothing is "fractured" (apart from Baboon of Barbaria's psyche). There are of course different conceptual approaches, and a lively national public debate. But on a high decision level the whole system is strongly unified. | To start with, this is a whole new system, in full transition. At the decision core we have an emerging security-centere…
(2026-04-22). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-04-22). Venezuelan far-Right discourse fosters racism and classism. mronline.org 
From Chávez to Maduro and Delcy Rodríguez, let's look at how racism and classism are weapons to deny popular sectors their right to govern.
(2026-04-22). Germany summons Russian ambassador and escalates confrontation with Moscow. wsws.org On Monday, the German government summoned the Russian ambassador in Berlin, thereby raising the diplomatic confrontation with Moscow to a new level.
(2026-04-22). It begins — Labour MP demands Starmer steps down. thecanary.co 
On 20 April, Keir Starmer did a woeful job defending himself in Parliament following the latest revelations in the Peter Mandelson scandal. To make matters worse, Labour's polling is in the toilet, and the party is facing a wipe-out in upcoming local elections. Given this, it's a question of 'when' rather than 'if' Labour will […] | By
(2026-04-22). 'We Will Never Abandon Our Prisoners Alone in Their Struggle,' Says Former Palestinian Prisoner. orinocotribune.com By Aseel Saleh — Apr 17, 2026 | The prominent Palestinian official underlined the role of popular movements over the globe in mobilizing support to Palestinian prisoners within an internationalist framework. | For over five decades, Palestinians have observed Palestinian Prisoner's Day on April 17 as a national day to honor the thousands of Palestinian political detainees held in Israeli occupation prisons, highlight their struggle, and demand their freedom. | In commemoration of the day, which is considered by Palestinians as a sacred occasion of patriotism and loyalty, Peoples Dispatch spoke to Mr. Raed Ab…
(2026-04-22). Saturday 5/9: Electrify Your Life Fair. indybay.org Sunnyvale Community Center, 550 E. Remington Drive.
(2026-04-22). US detains and deports Chinese scientists at Seattle-Tacoma Airport. wsws.org Washington's witch-hunt of Chinese scholars, which recently claimed a brilliant researcher's life, exposes the imperialist push to monopolize advanced microelectronics for global conflict.
(2026-04-22). Virginia redistricting election results: Key takeaways from Democrats' win. aljazeera.com This vote is part of a wider national fight between Democrats and Republicans over gerrymandering.
(2026-04-22). KVS Balvatika Admission 2026: 2nd List Published, Where to Check. ummid.com Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 List: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has released on its website www.kvsangathan.nic.in the KV Admission Second List (2nd lottery result) of Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-04-22). Indigenous health can't be separated from environmental health, leaders tell UN. grist.org 
On the second day of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, or UNPFII, experts called attention to the ways Indigenous health is deeply tied to nature and highlighted how health inequalities are compounded by environmental degradation, extractive activities and climate change. | The forum's focus on Indigenous health comes as a new
(2026-04-22). Heritage Foundation Wants to "Save the Family" by Further Undermining Child Care. truthout.org The Heritage Foundation, author of the Project 2025 roadmap guiding the second Trump administration's legislative agenda, has a new policy platform chock-full of ideas that could steer mothers out of the paid workforce. In January, the right-wing organization released a 168-page report called "Saving America by Saving the Family: A Foundation for the Next 250 Years," which suggests that U.S. |
(2026-04-22). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on April 22. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English dailies on Wednesday, April 22.
(2026-04-22). Earth Day Coalition closes Whitehall 'Everything we love depends on a liveable planet'. thecanary.co 
On a morning of warm spring light, several hundred people processed down Whitehall to Parliament Square to mark Earth Day 2026. This was an act of collective care for the natural world at a moment when the government's record leaves much to answer for. The action brought together a broad coalition of faith groups, environmental […] | By
(2026-04-22). UN leadership candidate Grynspan vows peacemaking and reform. al-monitor.com By David Brunnstrom and Olivia Le PoidevinApril 22 (Reuters) – Former Costa Rican vice president Rebeca Grynspan, a candidate to head the United Nations, vowed on Wednesday that peacemaking would be her first priority if chosen, while warning that trust is waning in the world body and time running out to restore it."Peacemaking is the purpose of this organization," Grynspan, one of four candidates vying to become the next U.N. secretary-general from next year, told a hearing on her candidacy at the U.N. in New York.
(2026-04-22). Israeli settlers killed Palestinian teen in raid on school, mourners say. al-monitor.com Palestinian mourners said Wednesday that Israeli settlers descended from a nearby hill and attacked a school in the occupied West Bank, killing two people, including a teenage student.Aws Hamdi al-Naasan, 14, and Jihad Marzouq Abu Naim, 32, were killed by gunfire on Tuesday in the village of Al-Mughayyir."The students were taking their monthly exams. Suddenly, we were shocked to see settlers advancing towards the school and attacking it," principal Bassam Abu Assaf told AFP, as relatives and villagers gathered at the funeral.
(2026-04-22). Frankenstein and AI: Innovation without accountability. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-22). KSE-100 sheds over 500 points at midday amid geopolitical jitters. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) displayed a fragile and indecisive tone on Wednesday, reflecting heightened geopolitical uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment. | The benchmark KSE-100 index opened under pressure, setting a jittery tone early in the session. Intra-day movement remained volatile, with the market briefly recovering 119.24 points (+0.07%) around 11: 34am after an earlier dip of 135.08 points (-0.08%) at the open. | Read: PSX gains trimmed as profit-taking limits early rally to 960 points | The fluctuation underscored a lack of clear direction as investors stayed on edge amid uncertainty sur…
(2026-04-22). China, S. Korea hold ceremony for handover of remains of Chinese martyrs in Korean War. ecns.cn China and South Korea held a handover ceremony on Wednesday morning at Incheon International Airport for the remains of 12 Chinese Peoples Volunteers soldiers who lost their lives during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea.
(2026-04-22). US failed with war, will not succeed with bullying: Ghalibaf. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, stated in a post on the X that the US failed to achieve its objectives through military aggression and will not do so through bullying.
(2026-04-22). "Data Colonialism" : Native Communities Fight AI Data Centers on Indigenous Land. democracynow.org 
The artificial intelligence industry's data center boom is the latest chapter in a long history of environmental racism and resource exploitation in vulnerable Native communities, says Oglala Lakota and Northern Cheyenne activist Krystal Two Bulls, the executive director of Honor the Earth, an Indigenous-led environmental justice organization that is tracking over 100 proposed data center projects on tribal and rural lands. We speak to Two Bulls about the myriad impacts of what she calls a "modern-day iteration" of "settler colonialism," including noise pollution, cancers and respira…
(2026-04-22). Hungary's election winner Peter Magyar announces government of "experts" wsws.org Instead of the promised "democracy," Hungary will get a government consisting of representatives of the banks and the European Union, which will continue the right-wing and undemocratic policies of the ousted Orbán government.
(2026-04-22). This Earth Day, meet some of the Caribbean's national birds. globalvoices.org 
'[They] remind us of how interconnected we are across the region'Originally published on The tail feathers of a Rufous-vented chachalaca. image via At Global Voices, we're often amazed at how seemingly random things
(2026-04-22). Sauk City, WI May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires! Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
Sauk Prairie May Day 2026 Protest: Workers Over Billionaires | Friday, May 1, 2026, 4 pm — 6 pm | Highway 12 Bridge, Across from Kwik Trip, 110 Phillips Blvd, Sauk City, WI | Register at April 7, 2026 in Madison. / Photo:
(2026-04-22). The End of EPA's Endangerment Finding Is a Bigger Deal Than the Iran War. wattsupwiththat.com The fact that neither the ARC-ES nor the Endangerment Finding's reversal of fortune is anywhere in the news tells you everything you need to know about the current state of global journalism.
(2026-04-22). Sanya 2026: Iran beach handball start on high. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iran's national beach handball team launched its campaign at the 6th Asian Beach Games with a commanding performance, defeating the Philippines 2-0 on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). Why millions of adorable bees are emerging from this cemetery. grist.org 
A miner haunts the East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York. It's not the spirit of an interred workman, but Andrena regularis, also known as the regular miner bee. It's black and tan and fuzzy, sometimes sporting patches of yellow as it collects pollen. The critter is at once peculiar to humans and highly regular in the natural world: We might expect it to form huge colonies like honey bees, but in fact it's among the 90 percent of bee species that's solitary. Instead of building bustling nests in trees, it digs tunnels into the ground, hence the moniker. | Scientists at nearby Cornell University have discovere…
(2026-04-22). Australian social media ban marred by weak platform checks, tech providers say. tribune.com.pk 
Problems enforcing Australia's teen social media ban reflect social media platforms' weak deployment of tools available to run age checks rather than the limits of the technology, an industry body representing the tech suppliers said. | The comments come as regulators step up enforcement warnings against some of the world's largest technology companies regarding Australia's social media ban of users younger than 16, since December, the world's first such measure. | "The issue is not capability, it is application," Iain Corby, executive director of the Age Verific…
(2026-04-22). Hungary: Top EU Court Rules Anti-LGBT Law Unlawful. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Hungarians march in downtown Budapest to protest against a new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events and the populist government's restriction on assembly rights, May 1, 2025. | © 2025 Denes Erdos/AP Photo…
(2026-04-22). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-22). Iran, Sri Lanka FMs hold phone conversation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Abbas Araghchi, Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a telephone conversation with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath on Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). UK agrees ban on cigarette sales for people born after 2008. scmp.com Both chambers of Britain's parliament have approved a bill that would ban children aged 17 and under from buying cigarettes during their lifetime. | The Tobacco and Vapes Bill aims to stop anyone born after January 1, 2009 (now aged 17) from taking up smoking. | Health minister Wes Streeting called this a "historic moment for the nation's health" that will lead to the "first smoke-free generation, protected from a lifetime of addiction and harm".
(2026-04-22). Tehran book fair to be held online this year. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — The 37th Tehran International Book Fair will be held online due to the specific conditions this year as a result of the war conditions.
(2026-04-22). IRGC vows new surprises beyond enemy's calculation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps said its forces stand ready to deliver greater military surprises than adversaries can comprehend, marking the 48th anniversary of the force's establishment.
(2026-04-22). One year on, India failed to present evidence on Pahalgam attack: Tarar. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday marked one year since what he described as the "Pahalgam false flag operation," stating that India had failed to present evidence for its allegations against Pakistan over the Pahalgam attack. | Speaking in a special address, Tarar said the Pahalgam incident "reflects hollow thinking, illogical reasoning, false ego, arrogance and greed," adding that India has not provided satisfactory answers to questions raised about the attack. | He said India "has continued to portray its internal matters as external issues and external matters as internal ones," asserting t…
(2026-04-22). Shifting goals blur picture of US blockade on Iran. al-monitor.com The United States has vowed to blockade Iran's ships until the country makes a deal to end their war. But is the blockade working?Analysts and ship-tracking data paint a complicated picture. Shifting objectives and shadowy activity by vessels making the success of the US operation hard to measure."There's been confusion over the scope and the parameters of the blockade because of conflicting information given by the US administration and some delays in when information has been released," Bridget Diakun, an analyst at shipping journal Lloyd's List Intelligence, told AFP.
(2026-04-22). Martyr Hassan Bagheri: Journalist who redefined war equation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — A young journalist-turned-commander, Hassan Bagheri, reshaped Iran's battlefield intelligence during the Iran—Iraq War, turning fragmented reports into a structured operational system that influenced key war planning.
(2026-04-22). Monday 5/18: The Oaklash Festival 2026. indybay.org
(2026-04-22). Could London Labour's Zionists be wiped out at the local elections? thecanary.co 
With local elections just over two weeks away, Labour fear a wipeout in the nation's capital. With the Morgan McSweeney, Matthew Doyle, and Peter Mandelson scandals swirling overhead, things cannot get much worse for Keir Starmer's ailing project. But there is always another scandal with this Labour government: the number of Zionists in its ranks. […] | By
(2026-04-22). At Pakistan's request, Trump extends ceasefire until Iran submits 'unified proposal'. geo.tv 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, US President Donald Trump, and Field Marshal Asim Munir pose for a photo at the White House in Washington, on September 25, 2025. — X@GovtofPakistanUS blockade of Iran ports to continue even during ceasefire.Trump says closing strait risks Iran losing…
(2026-04-22). Palantir vs. Iran: The algorithmic kill chain. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Palantir's AI accelerates warfare's kill chain, compressing target decisions to seconds. But as speed trumps precision, can human judgment survive algorithmic war?
(2026-04-22). French senior tourists enjoy 'China Travel' in Beijing. ecns.cn A French group's trip to China offers hands-on experiences in Chinese intangible cultural heritage, including traditional folk performances, acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine, tie-dye, and Sancai (a Chinese porcelain characterized by a glaze with three intermingled colors) making.
(2026-04-22). In Pictures: 1st Batch of Hajj 2026 Pilgrims Arrive in Makkah, Madinah. ummid.com The first batch of pilgrims arrived in Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah as Hajj 2026 operations formally kicked off Saturday April 18, 2026.
(2026-04-22). Kazakhstan and Russia to Reinforce China Freight Rail Links. infobrics.org Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), Kazakhstan's national railway operator, and Russian Railways (RZD) will boost cargo transportation volumes in 2026, according to a statement released by KTZ based on the implementation of their Strategic Partnership Agreement…
(2026-04-22). BBC faces backlash for using Reform's branding on the news. thecanary.co 
The BBC has once again attracted criticism for its handling of Reform UK, this time for using its logo and branding in a TV news report. This is shocking t.co/p6IQickZtz — Mr Ethical üö© (@nw_nicholas) April 21, 2026 We should note that the big red arrows were added by the person drawing attention to the Reform […] | By
(2026-04-22). Sable in Noncompliance With Preliminary Injunction Blocking Santa Barbara Oil Pipeline Restart. indybay.org SANTA BARBARA, Calif., April 17, 2026 — A Santa Barbara Superior Court judge today rejected Sable Offshore Corp.'s request to rescind a preliminary injunction prohibiting the restart of an oil pipeline system on the California coast until and unless specific conditions were met. The company restarted the pipeline in March, despite the injunction.
(2026-04-22). Cuba beyond the one-party myth. mronline.org 
Rethinking Cuba's political system as a model of participatory democracy.
(2026-04-22). NatureScot spends thousands in public cash to prop up controversial seabird hunt. thecanary.co 
Scotland's nature agency, NatureScot, has spent more than £72,000 of public funds in just the first three months of 2026 on matters relating to the controversial guga hunt. This is according to new figures that advocacy group Protect the Wild has obtained. The documents reveal that NatureScot has already spent nearly £30,000 this year on […] | By
(2026-04-22). UK named worst violator of anti-nuclear weapons treaty. thecanary.co 
The UK has been named as the worst violator of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) in the Nuclear Weapons Ban Monitor 2026, a report by Norwegian People's Aid (NPA). Its ranking as the worst state in terms of "non-compatibility" with the treaty is, in part, due to the UK having its […] | By
(2026-04-22). Wildfires used to 'go to sleep' at night. Climate change has them burning overtime. mronline.org 
California now has about 550 more fire-friendly hours a year than it did in the 1970s.
(2026-04-22). China, Canada to further increase passenger, cargo flights. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 21 ⚪ China and Canada will further increase passenger and cargo flights between the two countries to meet the growing demand for economic and trade exchanges as well as cross-border travel.
(2026-04-22). Chinese premier meets Mozambican president. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 21 ⚪ China will help Mozambique extend its industrial chains, increase added value and better turn its resource advantages into development momentum, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). 'Pigs as Pets': New Tool to Intimidate Indian Muslims. ummid.com In Delhi's Tri Nagar, some Hindu families appear to have embraced a new form of devotion and a way to deter Muslim neighbours — pigs.
(2026-04-22). Ireland to limit presence of Ukrainians in its territory. infobrics.org The measure is part of a context of European support for the repatriation of Ukrainians.
(2026-04-22). What are UFO files Pentagon plans to release? ummid.com The UFO files that the Pentagon plans to release refer to the official records, documents, and investigative reports related to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) or Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena as they have been officially named.
(2026-04-22). 2 US Officials Who Died After Mexico Drug Lab Bust Were CIA Operatives. truthout.org Two U.S. officials who died in a car crash after a reported drug lab bust in Mexico on Saturday were operatives for the Central Intelligence Agency, reports have revealed, amid the Trump administration's expansion of paramilitary and covert operations in Latin America. The officers died alongside two Mexican military officials on their way from a raid on a drug lab in the state of Chihuahua. |
(2026-04-22). Despite Its Liberal Reputation, the University of California at Berkeley Has Long History of Advancing White Supremacy, Militarism and Quashing Student Protests. covertactionmagazine.com The late Mario Savio was a leading light of the Free Speech Movement (FSM) at the University of California, Berkeley. His 1964 speech is now legend: There's a time when the operation of the machine becomes so odious, makes you so sick at heart, that you can't take part! You can't even passively take part! …
(2026-04-22). Earth Day: How climate change is threatening vulnerable species in Pennsylvania. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Earth Day was first celebrated 56 years ago with about 12,000 events nationwide, including one in
(2026-04-22). A Warminster food bank is turning spoiled produce into farm-fresh eggs. Here's how. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? This year's frigid winter blanketed the grounds at In search of produce to supplement the standard chicken feed, Eric Kretschman, owner of Hidden Valley Farm, found a solution at
(2026-04-22). May Day: over a century of worker resistance. cpusa.org 
In many lands for many centuries, May celebrations marked the coming of spring and the renewal of earth, crops, and life for the masses of people. In our time, May Day, the international holiday of the labor and socialist movements, developed out of labor's struggle against exploitation and socialism's dedication to the regeneration and empowerment of the working class. And May Day began in the United States, even though its capitalist class has always sought to erase that point from the consciousness of the American people. | May Day 2026 promises to be a day of massive labor-led all-people's resistance to Tr…
(2026-04-22). An HBCU Student Goes To Class And Then TAhe Gun Range: Here's Why. newsone.com : | ✕ | At Howard University, Cameron Taylor is learning how to shoot a gun. | Not for sport, but because he no longer feels safe ignoring the possibility that he might need to defend himself. | He makes the trip to Sharpshooters Indoor Range and Pro Shop, just outside Washington, D.C., in northern Virginia, where the air is sharp with gunpowder and shots echo in controlled bursts down narrow lanes. There, he practices stance, grip, control, and learns how to steady his hands and focus under pressure. | For Cameron, the range is about discipline and building a skill he hopes he never has to use…
(2026-04-22). Israel risks Council of Europe suspension over death penalty law. newarab.com 
Israel's observer status at the Council of Europe's parliamentary assembly could be suspended after the country passed a new law calling for the The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), part of the wider organisation that includes the European Court of Human Rights, is tasked with upholding human rights, democracy and the rule of law. | Israel has held observer status since 1957, and while it cannot vote, it is able to cooperate wi…
(2026-04-22). AP IPE Inter 2026 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2026 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2026-04-22). Split over Maliki, Iraq's Shiite bloc delays PM vote as deadline nears: What to know. al-monitor.com Two other candidates have emerged as alternatives to Coordination Framework nominee and former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, who is openly opposed by the Trump administration.
(2026-04-22). Labour ghoul defends cronyism and Starmer's No 10 vetting scandal. thecanary.co 
This week we learned that Keir Starmer pressured the Foreign Office to give Matthew Doyle a job, which looks very bad for Starmer because Doyle notoriously maintained a friendship with a convicted sex offender. As you'd expect, most Labour politicians had the sense to not defend the prime minister. The exception to this was Baroness […] | By
(2026-04-22). South Korea returns remains of 12 Chinese volunteer troops killed in Korean War. tribune.com.pk 
South Korea on Wednesday repatriated the remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers soldiers killed in the 1950-53 Korean War. | The remains were handed over during a ceremony jointly hosted by South Korean Vice Defense Minister Lee Doo-hee and Chinese Vice Minister of Veterans Affairs Xu Yao at Incheon International Airport, according to Yonhap News Agency. | South Korea has so far returned 1,023 sets of remains of Chinese troops since 2014. | Read: North Korea fires two rounds of ballistic missiles: Seoul military | In 2014, the two countries signed a deal to repatriate the remains of fallen soldiers. | The S…
(2026-04-22). Hackney Greens pledge to improve the borough's environment. thecanary.co 
Hackney Greens will launch a "buddy" scheme to promote access to gardening. This is just one among dozens of environmental plans in the party's local election manifesto, titled Hope for Hackney. Hackney Greens have promised to work to match up people who have green space that they are unable to look after with a "buddy" […] | By
(2026-04-22). Replay: Israel's Slow Ethnic Cleansing of Christians From the Holy Land. scheerpost.com Israel has used the steady decline in Palestinian Christian numbers to promote a claim that Muslims are hounding them out of the region. But the real blame lies with Israel and the foreign Churches Jonathan Cook Substack The photo of an Israeli soldier striking a statue of Jesus with a sledgehammer in a village in …
(2026-04-22). Argentina's Milei sings and lights torch for Israeli national day. aljazeera.com Argentine President Javier Milei sang and lit a ceremonial torch at Israel's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
(2026-04-22). Frustrated US hijacks 2nd Iran-linked civilian ship as Trump extends truce amid Mojtaba's oil threat. hindustantimes.com In just three days, the U.S. has seized two Iran‚Äëlinked ships—one in the Gulf of Oman and now the tanker M/T Tifani in the Bay of Bengal. As Trump extends the ceasefire and weighs what to do with the captured vessels, fears grow that Iran could hit key global oil routes.
(2026-04-22). Pakistan PM vows continued mediation in US-Iran conflict. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country will continue serious efforts to end the US-Iran conflict.
(2026-04-22). Solomon Islands opposition alleges 'millions' offered by govt lobbyists to buy back power. asiapacificreport.nz By Koroi Hawkins, RNZ Pacific editor A coalition of political parties opposing the Solomon Islands prime minister has accused government lobbyists of trying to woo its MPs with "huge money" bribes to "buy political allegiance". It comes amid an ongoing court wrangle over parliamentary moves to oust Jeremiah Manele. The opposition grouping, which claims to…
(2026-04-22). Monday 5/11: Community Dinner for East Bay Activists + Radical US History Quiz Contest. indybay.org 1924 Cedar Street in Berkeley…
(2026-04-22). Japanese government ends ban on lethal weapons exports. wsws.org Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's announcement effectively marks a further major reversal of what is left of Japan's post-World War II pacifist constitution.
(2026-04-22). Xi holds talks with Mozambican president. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with President of the Republic of Mozambique Daniel Francisco Chapo and his wife Gueta Chapo ahead of the talks between Xi and Chapo at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, April 21, 2026.
(2026-04-22). Ahmed Shihab-Eldin held 51 days in Kuwait as lawyers raise alarm. newarab.com 
The international legal team representing detained US-Kuwaiti journalist In a statement released on Wednesday, lawyers acting for Shihab-Eldin said the award-winning journalist had not posted online or been seen…
(2026-04-22). BRT contractor moves court after Sindh govt seals office post contract termination. tribune.com.pk 
The contractor of the BRT Red Line project approached the constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court on Wednesday, seeking the de-sealing of the construction site after the provincial government sealed the office following contract termination. | A day earlier, the Sindh government had announced the termination of the construction contract for the project in Karachi, citing persistent delays, unsatisfactory performance, and violations of health, safety, and environmental standards. | The contractor challenged the sealing of the project office and site, which was carried out by local authorities, including th…
(2026-04-22). 13 dead in firecracker-making unit blast in south India. ecns.cn NEW DELHI, April 22 ⚪ At least 13 persons died and nearly two dozen were injured when a powerful blast occurred inside a firecracker-manufacturing unit in Indias southern state of Kerala on Tuesday, confirmed a local police officer.
(2026-04-22). No peace in sight: When will Sudan's war end. newarab.com 
When Sudan's war broke out on 15 April 2023, few imagined it would still be burning Fewer still imagined the scale of what it would become: one of the Yet as the war enters its…
(2026-04-22). Chinese engineers plan to study building greenhouse on lunar surface. ecns.cn A Chinese lunar exploration team plans to conduct research on a lunar surface greenhouse, according to Wang Qiong, a senior space engineer with the China National Space Administration, during a press conference in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-04-22). "You Dirty ORANGE Maniac! You Blew it All Up!" juancole.com (
(2026-04-22). Oakland, California schools axe 421 jobs following sellout contract. wsws.org The brutal cuts to an already impoverished school district are the direct product of a statewide pattern of betrayal orchestrated by the California Teachers Association (CTA).
(2026-04-22). Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief. al-monitor.com ANKARA, April 22 (Reuters) – Turkey is making efforts to revive negotiations between Russia and Ukraine and bring together the leaders of the warring sides, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in a meeting in Ankara, the Turkish presidency said on Wednesday.Earlier on Wednesday, Kyiv said it had asked Turkey, a NATO member, to host a leaders' level meeting with Russia. Ankara has maintained good ties with both Ukraine and Russia since Moscow's full-scale invasion in 2022.
(2026-04-22). US imposes new sanctions against suppliers of weapons to Iran. newarab.com 
The United States imposed new sanctions on Tuesday targeting 14 people and companies that help Iran obtain weapons as Tehran works to rebuild its ballistic missile inventories after The targets, which also include aircraft, are based in Iran, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates and were cited for their involvement in procuring or transporting weapons or components on Iran's behalf, Treasury said in a statement. | The new sanctions come as Washington and Tehran are at a standoff over whether to begin a…
(2026-04-22). US court allows Texas public schools to display Ten Commandments. scmp.com A US appeals court ruled on Tuesday that Texas can require the Bible's Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools, a win for Christian conservatives who want their faith in classrooms. | The 120-page decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals came in response to the legal battle that sprang up after a Texas law, Senate Bill 10 (SB10), required the scripture be posted in every classroom — which met legal challenges from families of diverse faiths with children in public schools.
(2026-04-22). Miliband Doubles Down on Net Zero. wattsupwiththat.com And as we know, the actual payments to older renewables, including ROC subsidies, is much higher than the price of gas power.If Miliband really wanted to bring down bills, the first thing he would do is abolish carbon taxes, which inflate the very market price he says is too high.
(2026-04-22). Reform UK Candidate Runs Firm Hired by Sanctioned Pro-Putin Bosnian Serb Leadership. bylinetimes.com 
A Reform UK candidate directs a public affairs consultancy hired to handle UK media and communications for the leadership of Republika Srpska — the pro-Putin Bosnian Serb entity whose president, Milorad Dodik, has been sanctioned by Britain for seeking to undermine the state of Bosnia and Herzegovina — Byline Times can reveal. | Kenneth Oliver Morris, 31, who is standing for the party in Erdington, Birmingham,also serves as the English co-ordinator for the
(2026-04-22). US Bombs Somalia for 57th Time This Year. news.antiwar.com US Africa Command said in a press release on Tuesday that its forces launched an airstrike in Somalia on April 20, as the Trump administration continues a record-shattering bombing campaign in the country with virtually no US media coverage. AFRICOM said the strike targeted the ISIS affiliate in Somalia's northeastern Puntland region and that it …
(2026-04-22). FIFA unlocks more World Cup tickets and adds new, more expensive categories. aljazeera.com Football's governing body puts more tickets on sale but has introduced new premium-priced tiers that angered some fans.
(2026-04-22). Russia, India Explore Visa-free Travel for Tourist Groups. infobrics.org Russian and Indian authorities are in discussions to introduce a visa-free regime for tourist groups traveling between the two countries…
(2026-04-22). Why are NJ Transit fares to New Jersey's 8 FIFA World Cup matches so high? And what benefit will the state get? whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? If you have tickets to attend any of the eight A small number of tickets went on sale in t…
(2026-04-22). US missile stockpiles sharply depleted during Iran war: report. geo.tv 
(2026-04-22). Pope Leo denounces 'colonisation' of minerals on final leg of Africa tour. scmp.com Pope Leo on Tuesday used the fourth and final leg of his Africa tour in Equatorial Guinea to denounce the "colonisation" of Africa's minerals and the "lust for power" in a country whose president has been in office since 1979. | Adoring crowds in the largely Catholic country lined the road from the airport into the administrative capital, Malabo, cheering the first pope to visit since St John Paul II in 1982. Wearing his formal red mozzetta cape, Leo thrilled the flag-waving masses by arriving at…
(2026-04-22). Top UK universities paid firm to 'spy' on pro-Palestine students. newarab.com 
(2026-04-22). Head Start Is a Stunning Success. Don't Cut It. otherwords.org The federal But I worry that could all change if the Trump administration gets its way. | The…
(2026-04-22). Reported crime on SEPTA continues to drop in 2026 after decade lows last year. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? SEPTA is reporting another According to the agency
(2026-04-22). "Colossus Failure" : Elon Musk's Data Centers Face Lawsuit for Polluting Black Neighborhoods in Memphis. democracynow.org 
As tech companies scramble to build massive new data centers to power artificial intelligence, marginalized communities are bearing the brunt of the environmental harms. In Memphis, Tennessee, Elon Musk's xAI operates over two dozen methane gas-burning turbines without legal permits to power its data centers, Colossus 1 and Colossus 2, polluting the nation's largest majority-Black city with toxic emissions. The NAACP is suing xAI for violating the Clean Air Act. "We are, unfortunately, a cautionary tale about what will and possibly can happen if you don't have the right rules and guardrail…
(2026-04-22). Iran, Afghanistan FMs discuss ties and regional developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Afghanistan's Amir Khan Muttaqi held a phone call Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and the latest regional situation.
(2026-04-22). Know the facts about Vibrio, a bacteria found in coastal waters and raw shellfish. grist.org 
What is Vibrio? : | Vibrio is a type of bacteria that has been around for hundreds of millions of years; researchers have identified more than 70 species. These species are mostly harmless, but some can cause infection. The bacteria thrive in warm, brackish (slightly salty) water such as estuaries and bays, attaching themselves to plankton and algae and accumulating in prolific water-filtering species like clams and oysters. Serious infections typically happen either through exposure to an open wound in saltwater or, more rarely, ingestion of raw shellfish that contain the bacteria. | The concentration…
(2026-04-22). AI Data Center Resistance: Maine Passes Nation's First Statewide Moratorium — Will Gov. Mills Sign It? democracynow.org 
Communities across the United States are pushing back against resource-draining data centers being built to fuel artificial intelligence and crypto ventures. In Maine, state legislators recently passed a first-in-the-country statewide moratorium on large data centers. "Maine residents are concerned about the impacts of data centers on both their electric rates and other utility rates, as well as on our wonderful environment," says Democratic state Representative Melanie Sachs, who sponsored the bill designed to give legislators time to develop regulations around new data center construction. Sachs say…
(2026-04-22). Ronaldo's 969th career goal sets course for Al-Nassr's win over Al-Wasl. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's 969th career goal set the course for Al-Nassr's victory over Al-Wasl in AFC Champions League Two (ACL Two) Quarter-Final Sunday April 19, 2026.
(2026-04-22). Pakistan visit turns into scandal storm: Vance meets Dubai fraud Lord Zahoor, Imran Khan's nemesis. hindustantimes.com Umar Farooq Zahoor is a Dubai-based businessman of Pakistani origin whose appearance during JD Vance's April 11 arrival in Pakistan drew attention because he has long been linked to major fraud allegations in Norway and Switzerland, while also being politically prominent in Pakistan for his role in the Toshakhana case. Reports say he was briefly seen at the airport as U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff introduced people in the receiving line.
(2026-04-22). Protesting Firing of Professor Shirin Saiedi by Arkansas University. juancole.com — | Letter to the University of Arkansas about the dismissal of Associate Professor Shirin Saeidi: | Jay B. Silveria
President, the University of Arkansas
chancell@uark.edu | Charles F. Robinson
Chancellor, the University of Arkansas
chancell@uark.edu | Brian Raines
Dean of th…
(2026-04-22). Sunday 5/3: Boycott Chevron Pickett. indybay.org Chevron Corporate Station | 5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | (Telegraph at 55th)…
(2026-04-22). China, S. Korea hold handover ceremony for remains of Chinese martyrs in Korean War. ecns.cn China and South Korea on Wednesday held a handover ceremony at Incheon International Airport, west of Seoul, for the remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs and 146 personal effects.
(2026-04-22). China, Mozambique upgrade ties as Xi, Chapo hold talks. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo held talks in Beijing on Tuesday, and the two heads of state agreed to upgrade bilateral ties to a China-Mozambique community with a shared future in the new era.
(2026-04-22). Zionists complain about an accurate London tube ad. thecanary.co 
This week the Combat Antisemitism Movement posted about a dark Hangman poster inside tube carriages on the London underground. We agree that it's "twisted", but it's twisted because it's true. üá¨üáß London Underground, April 18, 2026: "Hangman" advertisements in paid public space on a London Underground train use twisted accusations against Israel. pic.twitter.com/4Ua7ZSejQ8 — Combat […] | By
(2026-04-22). Cuba reaffirms urgency of the right to development at the United Nations. radiohc.cu In the general debate of the 13th Session of the Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development, Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations, denounced that the current international economic order continues to be a structural barrier that hinders the development of nations in the Global South and obstructs the achievement of the 2030 Agenda Goals.
(2026-04-22). Trump's War Against Political Dissent. otherwords.org The Trump administration has been working fervently to silence political dissent. | The State Department has revoked the visas of students who have criticized
(2026-04-22). 12 killed in 2 school shootings in Türkiye. wsws.org These unprecedented school shootings are a tragic product of the social crisis rooted in the capitalist system, the normalization of widespread violence and mass death.
(2026-04-22). Animal rights activists storm Dane County dog breeding facility. indybay.org Hundreds of animal rights activists raided a controversial Wisconsin dog breeding and testing facility in Dane county Saturday morning, one day ahead of the expected protest.
(2026-04-22). Why government policy keeps failing — and it's not the policy. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-22). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-22). Taiwan tourists visit Shenzhou Peony Garden in C China. ecns.cn Taiwan tourists are participating in the 2026 "Tracing the Origins of Chinese Culture in the Central Plains" program, which will run from April to November. The program is jointly organized by the Taiwan Affairs Office of the People's Government of Henan Province and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Henan Province.
(2026-04-22). Harvard graduate workers strike to demand living wages, protection for international students against ICE and for academic freedom. wsws.org Picket lines went up April 21 at Harvard's main campus in Cambridge and at Harvard Medical School, as graduate students indefinitely halted teaching, grading and research.
(2026-04-22). The Porto Alegre anti-fascist and anti-imperialist convergence — Between unprecedented success and major obstacles. links.org.au 
Eric Toussaint — The Porto Alegre anti-fascist and anti-imperialist conference marked a significant moment of internationalist renewal in a global context characterised by the far right's rise and the proliferation of conflicts.
(2026-04-22). Virginia voters approve Democratic Party-backed redistricting amendment to shift congressional seats. wsws.org Voters approved a constitutional amendment transferring congressional redistricting authority to the Democratic Party-controlled legislature, potentially flipping four additional House seats ahead of November's midterm elections.
(2026-04-22). Trump's Iran nightmare hits 415 dead: Over 60 US Army veterans forcefully dragged in massive protest. hindustantimes.com Domestic pressure is mounting on Donald Trump as the Iran conflict begins to trigger visible war fatigue inside the United States. More than 60 veterans and military family members were detained during anti-war protests in Washington, with demonstrators warning that the current trajectory mirrors the early stages of prolonged conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan. The protests—led by groups such as About Face—highlight growing unease within the very community that has historically borne the cost of U.S. military interventions.
(2026-04-22). Religion Means Respect: Namita Thapar, abused over Namaz benefits, reminds Hindus. ummid.com Namita Thapar, a healthcare professional who is being abused for highlighting the benefits of Namaaz in a strongly worded message dropped on social media, reminded the Hindus about the importance of respect for all religions.
(2026-04-22). New batch of Chinese martyrs' remains from Korean War to be returned Wednesday. ecns.cn The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs killed in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953) will be returned to China from the Republic of Korea (ROK) on Wednesday, according to China's Ministry of Veterans Affairs.
(2026-04-22). Brazil: First International Anti-Fascist Conference organises against the far right. links.org.au 
Jonathan Strauss & Clive Tillman — The first International Anti-Fascist Conference for the Sovereignty of Peoples, held in Porto Alegre, was an important step forward in organising the struggle against the far right across the Americas and internationally.
(2026-04-22). 93.70% Pass CBSE 10th 2026 Exam, Check Result Details Here. ummid.com CBSE 10th Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared today i.e Wednesday April 15, 2026 the result of Class Xth board exams held in February/March 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-22). War has significantly altered major Trump meeting with Xi. responsiblestatecraft.org With just a few weeks left before President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing to meet with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, it seems that the U.S. war in the Middle East will, in all likelihood, remain unfinished business, if not a major obstacle to addressing longstanding issues between the two countries.There is little question that the war and its consequences for global trade will be agenda item number one for that much-anticipated summit between the world's two most powerful leaders. While the war is certain to subsume, distract from, and push other pressing matters off that very crowded agenda, it coul…
(2026-04-22). To reverse UK decline, double down on multiculturalism. newarab.com 
Farage's project, far more than any other political force in Britain, is proving itself the beneficiary of the country's mounting array of crises. It is rearticulating conditions of organised abandonment into a story of national decline. But if we want to defeat the far right, as Jonas Patrick Marvin explains, we must reject this legacy and fight for leisure, collective care, and genuine interdependency. If you live here, you're from here, and you're one of ours. Nigel Farage, Keir Starmer, Rupert Lowe and Tommy Robinson are the real strangers.
(2026-04-22). Russia and Libya revive joint commission after 15-year freeze. newarab.com 
The Russian- Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov made the announcement after meeting Taher al-Baour, acting minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation in Libya's Government of National Unity (GNU), during talks in Moscow. | Libyan Transport Minister Mohamed al-Shahoubi, who heads the Libyan side of the joint commission, als…
(2026-04-22). BRICS 2026 Vision: Using Innovative Technology for Water Security. infobrics.org The international system is under strain from geopolitical fragmentation, climate disruption, and growing inequities in access to essential resources. For the Global South in particular, these pressures are not abstract—they manifest themselves daily in water stress, food and energy insecurity, and climate-induced displacement…
(2026-04-22). Resistance to Trump is Organizing in Marin San Geronimo Valley. indybay.org Indivisiblesvg.com is now holding regular protest actions…
(2026-04-22). Israel: The most dangerous nation on Earth. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-22). Modi govt fails to pass Delimitation Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government Friday April 17, 2026 withdrew the Delimitation Bill 2026 after the amended Women's Reservation Bill 2026 could not get the necessary votes in the Lok Sabha during the Parliament's Special Session.
(2026-04-22). PMQs: Starmer accuses Badenoch of 'rushing to judgement' despite his own lack of judgement. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer faced many disgruntled MPs during Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) as he continued to deny any responsibility for his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson. However, despite making jabs at Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, for "rushing to judgement" on the government's processes and of MPs' knowledge of Mandelson's murky ties, Starmer once again highlighted his […] | By
(2026-04-22). The story of the vine in Wines of Lebanon: The Journey Continues. newarab.com 
(2026-04-22). PM Shehbaz congratulates Bulgaria's Radev on 'historic victory'. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday congratulated Rumen Radev on what he described as a "historic victory" in Bulgaria's recent parliamentary elections. | In a post shared by the PM Shehbaz on X, he said Pakistan "values its cordial and friendly relations" with Bulgaria and expressed hope for closer cooperation with the incoming government. | I congratulate H.E. Mr Rumen Radev on his historic victory in the recently held Parliamentary elections in Bulgaria. Pakistan values its cordial and friendly relations with Bulgaria and looks forward to working closely with the newly elected Bulgarian Government to…
(2026-04-22). Thursday 4/23: Virtual Town Hall with Jeff Fauntleroy Sr. for Congress. indybay.org Zoom | www.drjefffordistrict13.org/events.html…
(2026-04-22). Angus Taylor's 'Australian values' immigration policy is a racist dog whistle. socialist-alliance.org 
Jacob Andrewartha argues that Angus Taylor's "values-based" migration scheme is the latest example of the ruling class' bid to ramp up racism and distract people from government failures in a worsening cost-of-living crisis.
(2026-04-22). Indigenous Activists Decry "Data Colonialism" of AI Boom in Their Communities. truthout.org The artificial intelligence industry's data center boom is the latest chapter in a long history of environmental racism and resource exploitation in vulnerable Native communities, says Oglala Lakota and Northern Cheyenne activist Krystal Two Bulls, the executive director of Honor the Earth, an Indigenous-led environmental justice organization that is tracking over 100 proposed data center projects… |
(2026-04-22). US Treasury chief defends pivot to extend Russia oil sanctions relief. al-monitor.com US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday defended the Trump administration's recent about-face to temporarily extend a sanctions waiver that allowed the sale of Russian oil already at sea.The month-long relief announced last Friday was meant to cool soaring energy prices. But it came just two days after Bessent told reporters that Washington would not renew the waiver.The latest move allowed for purchases of oil and petroleum products that had been loaded onto vessels as of Friday, through 12: 01 am (0401 GMT) on May 16.
(2026-04-22). Pentagon Assessment Contradicts Trump's Claims on Iran as Public Opposes War. truthout.org A Pentagon report that was recently shared with members of Congress contradicts many of President Donald Trump's public claims regarding the U.S.'s war on Iran, according to a report by NBC News on Tuesday. Trump has frequently downplayed Iran's military capabilities, and has called analysis suggesting that Iran is able to continue in the war "corrupt." At times, he's claimed that Iran's navy… |
(2026-04-22). A deadly bacteria is creeping up the Atlantic Coast. How worried should you be? grist.org 
Bailey Magers and Sunil Kumar cut strange figures on Pensacola Beach. Bags of disinfectant solution surrounded them on the white sand; their gloved hands juggled test tubes while layers of rubber and plastic shielded their skin from the elements. As the two organized their seawater samples on the popular Florida shoreline last August, an older woman wearing a swimsuit walked over to ask what they were doing. | "We're just actively monitoring water quality," they told her, but she pressed on. | "Are you looking for that flesh-eating bacteria?" | "We're looking into it," they replied, hoping not to frighten her.
(2026-04-22). North Korea's Lazarus suspected of stealing US$290 million in KelpDAO cyberattack. scmp.com A notorious North Korean hacking group is likely behind the theft of nearly US$300 million in cryptocurrency over the weekend, an affected party has said, in the biggest known crypto heist this year. | It is the latest such incident linked to North Korea, whose sophisticated cybercrime programme uses stolen cryptocurrency to help fund its nuclear weapons development, according to a United Nations panel.
(2026-04-22). Colombian Commons Party denounces policy of suffocation against Cuba. radiohc.cu 
The Colombian Commons Party denounced that Cuba is currently facing the greatest siege and strangulation plan in its history, making it urgent to condemn the unjust economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States. | In a statement, the party also referred to the constant threats of a possible invasion of the island and emphasized that it is the right of the world's peoples to sell oil to Cuba without this having commercial or political consequences from Washington, referring to Donald Trump's executive order that threatens to impose tariffs on anyone who trades hydrocarbons with the Cari…
(2026-04-22). Delimitation Bill 2026 tabled as Parliament's Special Session begins. ummid.com The Narendra Modi-led BJP government tabled on the first day of the Parliament's Special Session Thursday April 16, 2026 three bills to implement 33% women's reservation in legislature, delimitation, and increase number of seats for Union Territories.
(2026-04-22). China's Foreign Ministry reaffirms support for Cuba in the face of threats. radiohc.cu The Chinese Foreign Ministry has reiterated its support for Cuba in the face of foreign interference and again urged the United States to heed the voice of justice. | "Recently, countries and individuals from various sectors in the U.S. expressed their opposition to the U.S. blockade against Cuba. The U.S. government must listen to the voice of justice and immediately end its blockade, sanctions, and all forms of coercion and pressure against Cuba," said spokesperson Guo Jiakun. | The spokesperson reiterated Beijing's willingness to work with all parties to support the island in safeguarding its sovereignty and n…
(2026-04-21). Invest NI caught yet again aiding so-called 'Israel'. thecanary.co 
It was just two days ago that we suggested Invest Northern Ireland (Invest NI), Stormont's business development agency, needs: …a full review into all current… spending to see if further skeletons lurk in the closet. That was following revelations in the Belfast Telegraph that showed Invest NI was ploughing public money into a software company helping […] | By
(2026-04-22). Artisans in Britain, Germany and France craft the Royal Opera House's new curtains. tribune.com.pk 
In a studio inside London's Hampton Court Palace, hand embroiderer Marg Dier carefully stitches fabric foliage around King Charles III's cypher. The shiny gold insignia will adorn a new pair of stage curtains that will open and close performances at London's Royal Opera House. Her stitches are small and must be very secure. | Studio manager Gemma Murray arranges embroidery pieces | "It's going to be going up and down at the Opera House," said Dier, a senior studio embroiderer at the Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Studio, whose clients include royalty and fashion houses. | The Royal Ballet and Opera comm…
(2026-04-22). Fábrica de Cemento Siguaney en el camino de Fidel. radiohc.cu 
17 de septiembre de 1971, en la llanura, las torres que buscan el cielo anuncian que la Fábrica de Cemento Siguaney goza de salud productiva. Este pudo ser un día cualquiera; sin embargo, su rutina se trastocó con la visita del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro a la industria taguasquense. | Era esta la entidad erigida gracias a un convenio suscrito en 1962 por el entonces ministro de Industrias, Comandante Ernesto Guevara, con una representación de la desaparecida República Socialista de Checoslovaquia. | Hasta hoy llegan las remembranzas del espirituano Humberto Delgado Boltisolo, hombre de…
(2026-04-22). A sala llena tuvo lugar en Parlamento Europeo panel por centenario de Fidel. cubadebate.cu A sala llena tuvo lugar en el Parlamento Europeo el panel "Cien años con Fidel: una mirada a la historia y a su pensamiento frente a los retos actuales de Cuba", como parte de las actividades organizadas por la Embajada de Cuba en Bélgica en conmemoración del centenario del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana.
(2026-04-22). Casa de las Américas acoge muestra El siglo de Fidel. radiohc.cu La exposición 'El siglo de Fidel' quedó inaugurada este martes, como parte de las actividades de la Edición 66 del Premio Casa de las Américas 2026. | En la obra se manifiesta la cercana relación del líder con la institución y con el trascendental lauro literario que promueve la literatura en la región. | Integrada por casi 60 piezas, la muestra incluye fotografías, dibujos, grabados y pinturas, obras que pertenecen a la propia Colección Arte de Nuestra América Haydée Santamaría, que atesora la Casa de las Américas. | Se suman las creaciones de tres artistas invitados: el diseñador Pepe Menéndez, el caricaturista…
(2026-04-22). Continúan ataques de Israel en Líbano pese a tregua, denuncian asesinato de periodista en golpe deliberado. cubadebate.cu Equipos de rescate recuperaron este miércoles el cuerpo de la periodista Amal Khalil, del diario libanés Al Akhbar, asesinada en un ataque israelí contra la localidad de At Tiri, en el sur del Líbano, en el que también fue herida una segunda reportera y que, según denunciaron s funcionarios y periodistas libaneses, fue un golpe deliberado. Khalil es la cuarta periodista libanesa asesinada por Israel este año.
(2026-04-22). María Zajárova sobre el Coloquio "Patria" : Este foro se ha erigido como baluarte del sentido común. cubadebate.cu El Coloquio "Patria" es la plataforma a través de la cual periodistas, blogueros, académicos, diplomáticos, funcionarios y figuras públicas luchan por la verdad, por la libertad de pensamiento y por el derecho de cada pueblo a llamar "Patria" a su tierra natal, sin obedecer las normas ajenas impuestas por otros. Este foro se ha erigido como baluarte del sentido común.
(2026-04-22). "Lenin en la época más feroz del imperialismo" , por Néstor Kohan. cubadebate.cu A propósito de cumplirse hoy el aniversario 156 del natalicio de Lenin y, sobre todo, por la trascendencia de su legado, Cubadebate publica en forma de diálogo las ideas del intelectual argentino Néstor Kohan sobre el líder bolchevique que fundó el primer Estado del proletariado en el mundo.
(2026-04-22). Los mercados energéticos globales están al borde de un desastre. cubadebate.cu A cincuenta días de iniciada la guerra contra Irán, el mundo ha perdido 550 millones de barriles de crudo del Golfo, casi el 2% de la producción mundial de 2025. Cada mes que Ormuz está cerrado, el mundo pierde siete millones de toneladas de GNL, un 2% de su suministro anual. Sin embargo, en los países occidentales, que albergan los mayores mercados de futuros, el dolor sigue siendo limitado.
(2026-04-22). Public Sector Workers of Argentina Launch Strike Against Milei's Austerity Policies. orinocotribune.com The State Workers Association (ATE) of Argentina began a nationwide strike across the country in protest against far-right President Javier Milei's austerity policies. | On Tuesday, April 21, the workers blocked the airports of Bariloche and El Calafate, and held a demonstration outside Jorge Newbery Aeropark in Buenos Aires. | Workers are demanding the immediate launch of wage negotiations following a loss of more than 44% of purchasing power during the Milei administration, ATE General Secretary Rodolfo Aguiar said. | The union said that imposed wage agreements fall below inflation, deepening the economic crisi…
(2026-04-22). UAE-backed Colombian mercenaries aided RSF in El Fasher: report. newarab.com 
Colombian mercenaries backed by the An