(2026-02-01). Palestinians in Gaza await Rafah crossing reopening. newarab.com 
Israel is set The reopening comes amid ongoing violence in the Palestinian territory, with
(2026-02-01). Israeli airstrikes kill 32, including women and children, in Gaza. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – At least 32 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip since the early hours of Saturday, according to the Civil Defense statement.Israeli airstrikes since dawn on Saturday across the Gaza Strip have killed 32 people, including women and children, the Civil Defense revealed. On the other hand, the Israeli military claimed that it was responding to what it considered violations of the ceasefire by Hamas.Despite the US-brokered ceasefire entering its second phase in early January, violence has continued in the Palestinian territory, with Israel and Hamas exchanging accusations of violatin…
(2026-02-01). Saturday 1/31: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with Gaza's Orphans. indybay.org Berkeley Marina, Seabreeze Parking lot at 598 University Ave…
(2026-02-01). Qatar, Jordan And Egypt Condemn Israeli Ceasefire Violations In Gaza. eurasiareview.com Qatar, Jordan and Egypt on Saturday strongly condemned Israel's repeated violations of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, warning that the attacks risk dangerous escalation and undermine regional and international efforts to restore stability. | Israel pounded Gaza on Saturday with some of its most intense airstrikes since the October ceasefire was brokered, killing more than 30 people including three girls from one family, in attacks on houses, tents and a police station, Palestinian health officials said. | Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the breaches, which have resulted in fatal…
(2026-02-01). Saturday 2/14: Love in the Time of Intifada: A Fundraiser for Gaza Students. indybay.org The Starry Plough, 3101 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley.
(2026-02-01). The US Occupation of Gaza Is Officially Beginning. truthout.org This week, Drop Site News revealed a draft resolution from Trump's newly christened "Board of Peace." The resolution outlines what is, in essence, Phase Two of Trump's unrealistic peace plan that ushered in a new phase of horror in Gaza under the guise of a ceasefire. The actions outlined in the resolution ignore realities on the ground and paint a very grim picture of what the United States… |
(2026-02-01). Campaign to boycott Israel looks to future after Gaza 'ceasefire'. aljazeera.com With the global spotlight shifting fom Gaza, the campaign to isolate Israel has never been more urgent, experts say.
(2026-02-01). Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Trump: Iran is talking seriously with the U.S., hopes for negotiation. haaretz.com
(2026-02-01). Indian opposition calls Epstein mention of Modi 'national shame'; New Delhi rejects link. geo.tv 
This collage shows deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.— Reuters/AFP
(2026-02-01). UK's Starmer tells ex-prince Andrew to face US Congress over Epstein files. scmp.com British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Saturday that disgraced former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor should testify in the US Congress over what he knows about the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's crimes. | Asked on the final day of a visit this week to China and Japan whether King Charles' brother should answer US lawmakers' questions about his knowledge of the American financier's wrongdoing, Starmer replied "yes".
(2026-02-01). Slovak Ex-Minister And Fico Confidant Quits Over Epstein Revelations. eurasiareview.com By Robert Hodgson | ( Prime Minister Robert Fico grudgingly accepted Lajƒçák's resignation on Saturday. "It's been a long time since I've seen so much hypocrisy in criticism that's coming from all directions," he said. | A search for the name 'Lajcak' in the…
(2026-02-01). Stop Trump's Racist Deportations of Haitian and All TPS Holders! wibailoutpeople.org 
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 340,000 Haitian TPS holders expires on Feb. 3rd. It has already been terminated for refugees from Venezuela and Somalia. It is in danger of being terminated for refugees from Myanmar's repressive military regime, where human rights abuses, sexual violence and conflict-driven displacement are widespread. TPS is supposed to protect people …
(2026-02-01). US envoy arrives in Venezuela to reopen mission after seven years. aljazeera.com Newly-appointed Laura Dogu's visit comes as Venezuela moves to privatise its oil sector under pressure from Trump.
(2026-02-01). Trump says India will buy oil from Venezuela, not Iran. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump gestures after disembarking from Air Force One on his arrival at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, US, January 31, 2026. — Reuters US President Donald Trump has said India will buy Venezuelan oil, as opposed to purchasing…
(2026-02-01). Trump claims India will buy oil from Venezuela instead of Iranian crude. ptcnews.tv
(2026-02-01). UPEC calls attacks against Venezuela "Oil Thirst" radiohc.cu The Union of Journalists of Cuba (UPEC) described the US attacks against Venezuela carried out in the early hours of this morning as "imperial oil thirst." | "Latin America, the Caribbean, and the world are now witnessing, at the highest price, the validity of previous denunciations by various governments and peoples regarding the voracity of the North, which is more turbulent and brutal today than in Martí's time," a statement from the organization reads. | "The United States not only directly attacked areas of Caracas, Miranda, Aragua, and La Guaira, but, leveraging its status as an international outlaw, kidnap…
(2026-02-01). As the UN Nears Financial Collapse, Is a New US-Led Global Order Taking Shape? thinktank.pk The world's oldest multilateral institution — the United Nations — is confronting its most serious existential crisis in decades. In a striking warning to member states, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has said the global body faces "imminent financial collapse" unless member states pay owed dues and overhaul outdated financial rules that threaten the organisation's ability …
(2026-02-01). Partner, Rival, Or Threat? China In The 21st Century OpEd. eurasiareview.com China is a vital international ally, yet people distrust it and view it as a strategic competitor in the global arena. The twenty-first century requires policymakers to handle their threefold nature, which includes being friends to some people, while others view them with distrust and still others consider them enemies. The basic understanding of China's position does not account for multiple factors which guide its behaviour and disregards how various geographic areas respond to its political measures. | China demonstrates its economic power through its role as a business ally to countries across the world. T…
(2026-02-01). Is Canada Facing a Political Regime Change? thinktank.pk Canada is not experiencing regime change in the classic sense of a sudden overthrow of power. But beneath the surface of its stable democratic image, the country is undergoing a deep political realignment—one marked by leadership turbulence, regional separatism, and an uneasy relationship with the United States under President Donald Trump. At the center of …
(2026-02-01). Fela Kuti becomes first African to get Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award. aljazeera.com Award for late Afrobeat pioneer and political radical is the 'anti-establishment being recognised by the establishment'.
(2026-01-31). Cross-border funds pilot to expand. ecns.cn China is poised to expand nationwide a pilot policy that helps multinational companies to centrally manage cross-border funds, both in renminbi and foreign currencies, officials and analysts said, marking a notable step forward in the country's financial opening-up.
(2026-02-01). LIVE: India vs Pakistan — U19 World Cup 2026. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with toss and team news, ahead of the crucial cricket group stage match in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
(2026-02-01). The Political Economy Of Pesticides: How To Subsidize A Poison OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Timothy Terrell | The "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement is well-known for its skepticism of chemical additives in foods, and of large-scale pesticide-intensive agriculture. With environmentalist and current US Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy now leading the movement, many of the long-held concerns of environmentalists about
(2026-01-31). Coast Guard curbs foreign infringements. ecns.cn This aerial drone photo taken on Nov 14, 2025 shows China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel Huangyan patrolling in the territorial waters of China's Huangyan Island.Regarding patrols in waters surrounding the island of Taiwan and its neighboring islands, Zhang said the CCG has established a framework for managing the Taiwan Strait in accordance with the one-China principle and the law.
(2026-02-01). UN Watchdog Warns Ukraine War Remains World's Biggest Threat To Nuclear Safety. eurasiareview.com The war in Ukraine remains the world's biggest threat to nuclear safety as a fifth year of combat looms, the head of the UN nuclear watchdog warned on Friday, citing continued risks to power supplies at nuclear sites vulnerable to fighting nearby. | Addressing the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors, Director General Rafael Grossi said the agency remains focused on preventing a nuclear accident as fighting continues to endanger critical infrastructure. | "The conflict in Ukraine is about to enter its fifth year," Mr. Grossi said. "It continues to pose the world's biggest threat to nucl…
(2026-02-01). Police Union Hits Back At Seattle Mayor's Move Against Feds On Immigration Enforcement. eurasiareview.com By Brett Davis | ( Those initial steps include directing the Seattle Police Department to verify the identification of federal agents and document reports of immigration enforcement activity, prohibiting federal immigration officials from using city-owned or controlled property for…
(2026-02-01). Cuban Association of the United Nations (ACNU) condemns Trump's order and calls it genocidal. radiohc.cu The Cuban Association of the United Nations (ACNU) on Saturday condemned the latest aggression by the U.S. administration, through President Donald Trump's executive order that seeks a total blockade on oil imports. | In an official statement, the organization, which brings together more than 110 entities of Cuban civil society, described the measure as a "new instrument of the blockade" intended to confuse international public opinion with "false arguments" about the Cuban government's actions. | The ACNU reaffirmed its commitment to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and rejected "
(2026-02-01). INTERNSHIP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (FIDH) – PERMANENT REPRESENTATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) – THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS. fidh.org CONTEXT :
| The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, (…) | – |
(2026-02-01). DUBAI: Union in ground-breaking retreat for boda boda leaders, transport sector partners. independent.co.ug 
Dubai, UAE | LOUIS JADWONG | Over 50 leaders of Uganda's Boda-Boda Riders Cooperative Union, together with key partners in the transport sector, are in Dubai for a two-day retreat that will not only mark its first anniversary but also champion electric mobility in the boda, matatu and bus sectors in the East African country. …
(2026-02-01). Winds Of Protectionism In The Shadow Of Critical Minerals Analysis. eurasiareview.com As we leave the first quarter of the twenty-first century behind, the picture painted by global developments is crystal clear: In the coming era, minerals will be at the forefront of the power elements shaping the world's political and economic balances. | The primary driving force behind this development is the global energy transition process initiated to combat climate change. Worldwide, there is a massive and continuous surge in demand for critical minerals, which are indispensable for the transition to green energy and the interconnected digitalization processes. According to the International Energy Agen…
(2026-02-01). What Do the Turkish Compositions of Ottoman Armenians Tell Us? unitedworldint.com The Turkish compositions of Ottoman Armenians tell us not only the history of notes but the sound of a shared language, a common emotion, and a collective memory. By Dr. Halim Genàßoƒülu The multicultural structure of the Ottoman Empire also created a distinct sphere of integration and mutual interaction in the art of music. Composers …
(2026-02-01). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-01). Friday 1/30: "On the Brutal Death of Alex Pretti and What Must Be Done Now! indybay.org 2444 Durant Avenue Berkeley…
(2026-02-01). Western Monarch Numbers Remain at Historic Low. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO; January 29, 2026 — After surveys by hundreds of volunteers and partners, results from the 29th annual Western Monarch Count led by the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation reveal another historically low population. Approximately 12,260 monarchs were recorded across 249 sites during the typical peak overwintering period from late November through early December 2025, when monarchs cluster together in groves of trees along California's coast.
(2026-02-01). Vigil Outside Veterans Administration Medical Center. indybay.org On January 29, a vigil to honor Alex Pettri.
(2026-02-01). Comicomment: Hegemonic ambitions, mixed in a cup. ecns.cn The world is not a jungle café, and other countries' sovereignty should not be leftover dregs in a cup. This "Iced Americano" will eventually be spilled—right back on its maker.
(2026-02-01). Why Taiwan Matters To Global Technology OpEd. eurasiareview.com The worldwide technology development of the future depends on Taiwan's semiconductor manufacturing industry. The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) maintains its leading market position, which has turned the Taiwan sovereignty dispute into a major worldwide economic and technological security issue. The Taiwan Strait region faces such severe disruptions which would damage worldwide supply networks, block technological progress, and create economic instability across all nations. The Taiwan issue serves as a vital factor which affects both worldwide economic security and technological advancement…
(2026-02-01). HerStory: Feminism is the Route to Peace. juancole.com Greenfield, Mass. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist and impassioned advocate for nature, founded in her later years an institute through which she launched Roots and Shoots. Young people in more than 60 countries were taught about preserving nature and how to work for environmental good in their communities. Because of her passionate mission to protect from the twin threats of the loss of biodiversity and climate change and her goal to "
(2026-02-01). ISIS-Sponsored Online Radicalization Is Growing In Southeast Asia OpEd. eurasiareview.com Online radicalisation by ISIS and its affiliates is an escalating threat in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Strong internet penetration and widespread social media use amplify the risk, allowing radical ideologies to spread rapidly. This increasing digital threat poses significant security challenges for countries in the region. | Building on this, the 'Southeast Asia angle' in the
(2026-02-01). US judge denies Minnesota bid to suspend immigration sweeps. newarab.com 
A US judge delivered a blow Saturday to Minnesota's bid to force But while the federal court denied the state's bid to immediately halt the operation, a judge in a separate case delivered a stinging rebuke of the government and ordered authorities to release a five-year-old Minnesota boy and his father who were detained during the immigra…
(2026-02-01). Iran signals headway in US negotiations, issues warning against strikes. geo.tv 
Ali Larijani, former chairman of the Iranian Parliament, attends a press conference after meeting with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri in Beirut, Lebanon, on November 15, 2024. — ReutersTrump confirms US—Iran talks, warns of possible military action.US deploys warships,…
(2026-02-01). Pakistan militants killed after Balochistan attacks: officials. newarab.com 
At least 92 militants were killed on Saturday battling Pakistan's security forces in multiple cities across the southwestern province of Pakistan's military said in a statement sent by text message that 15 security personnel were also killed during clearance operations, while militants targeted civilians in several areas, killing at least 18 people, including women and children. | The attacks were carried out a day after Pakistan's military said it killed…
(2026-02-01). Milan protests decry 'creeping fascism' of ICE role at Winter Olympics. radiohc.cu Hundreds of demonstrators gathered Saturday in Milan to protest the deployment of ICE agents during the upcoming Winter Olympics, unbothered by the fact that agents would be stationed in a control room and not operating on the streets. | The protest in Piazza XXV Aprile, a square named for the date of Italy's liberation from Nazi fascism in 1945, drew people from the left-leaning Democratic Party, the CGIL trade union confederation and the ANPI organizations that protect the memory of Italy's partisan resistance during World War II, along with many other people. | Organizers handed out plastic whistles, which par…
(2026-02-01). IMEC: India's Connectivity Challenge To BRI Analysis. eurasiareview.com In January 2026, the European Union and India framed corridor competition in operational terms: high standards, deeper collaboration under IMEC to diversify routes and reduce strategic dependencies, and a named EU-Africa-India Digital Corridor via the Blue Raman submarine cable system. The implication is simple: the contest is moving from "who builds more" to "who lowers trade friction, survives domestic politics, and protects critical links." | The baseline: why BRI cannot enter India politically: | India's non-participation in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a structural position anchored in so…
(2026-01-31). Xi urges breakthroughs in development of industries of the future. ecns.cn It is also crucial to the development of new quality productive forces, the construction of a modern industrial system, the improvement of the people's quality of life, and the promotion of well-rounded human development and overall social progress, he said.
(2026-01-31). PLA conducts combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Island. ecns.cn The naval and air forces dispatched by the PLA Southern Theater Command conducted combat readiness patrols in the territorial sea and airspace of China's Huangyan Island and its surrounding areas on Saturday, the theater command said in a statement.
(2026-02-01). SF Students Cut Classes for Massive Anti-ICE Action as Part of National Protest. indybay.org Tens of thousands rally at Dolores Park then March to Civic Center…
(2026-02-01). With Trump mum, last US-Russia nuclear pact set to end. geo.tv 
President Donald Trump attends Amazon MGM´s "Melania" World Premiere at The Trump Kennedy Centre on January 29, 2026, in Washington, DC, US. — AFPNew START expires Thursday unless an extension happens.President Putin proposes a one-year rollover in September.Treaty caps 1,550…
(2026-02-01). US judge orders release of five-year-old and father from ICE detention. aljazeera.com Judge says the case stemmed from 'ill-conceived and incompetently-implemented' deportation quotas.
(2026-02-01). Peninsula Open Space Trust Protects 2,284 Acres of Sargent Ranch. indybay.org $23 million acquisition ensures conservation of full 6,500 acres; commitments in place for remaining ranch parcels in late 2026 | Deal secures habitat for threatened species, regional wildlife connectivity and preservation of culturally significant landscape…
(2026-02-01). LIVE: Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz — Australian Open 2026 final. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, score, photos and text commentary stream from the men's singles final at Melbourne Park.
(2026-02-01). The Hardest Part of Fighting Fascism Comes After the Fascists Have Fallen. truthout.org I lived in Argentina in the mid-1980s, just after the fall of the brutal military dictatorship that ruled from 1976 to 1983. The country was taking its first, shaky steps back toward democracy. It was a time of great hope, but also of grave uncertainty — because while the generals were gone, the political culture that enabled them remained. Like most of the nation, I was captivated by the… |
(2026-02-01). Weaponizing America's Economy in Service of Israel. counterpunch.org 
Empires rarely fall on the battlefield; they implode under the weight of their own arrogance and corruption. The hubris radiating from the White House suggests that this old imperial truth is once again asserting itself. Unable to compete in the global economy it once championed, Washington now weaponizes its economy turning trade, finance, currency, and
(2026-02-01). ICE Enforcement Debate Is A Matter U.S. Church 'Simply Can't Avoid,' Archbishop Coakley Says. eurasiareview.com By Tessa Gervasini | Archbishop Paul Coakley said immigration remains a "very high priority" for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). | In a Jan. 30 interview with "EWTN News In Depth," Coakley discussed "the unrest taking place in our cities, particularly in Minneapolis and the violent outbreak," following the recent death of Alex Pretti, the man shot and killed by federal agents on Jan. 24. | The incident marked the second death by federal agents in the city. Renee Good was shot and killed on Jan. 7 by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. | Following Pretti's death, Co…
(2026-02-01). Japan's OSA: A Quiet Bet On Security Partnerships Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Pratnashree Basu | Japan's Official Security Assistance (OSA) framework is quickly becoming a key pillar of Tokyo's evolving security diplomacy. Launched in April 2023, the OSA marks a deliberate
(2026-02-01). Ensuring victims' rights in the future crimes against humanity convention. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), jointly with REDRESS and other organisations, voice their support for the adoption of a Convention on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity and make recommendations to ensure a victim-centred approach in the future Convention.
Paris, New York, 23 January 2026. As the first session of the Preparatory Committee for the United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes (…) | – |
(2026-02-01). Pakistan's Mineral Moment: Turning Underground Wealth into Shared Prosperity. thinktank.pk Pakistan stands at the threshold of a historic economic opportunity. Beneath its mountains, deserts, and plains lies a vast and largely untapped treasure of minerals—copper, gold, lithium, rare earth elements, and other critical minerals that are fast becoming the backbone of the 21st-century global economy. Credible estimates place the potential value of Pakistan's mineral reserves …
(2026-02-01). Hebrew Orientalism: Jewish Engagement with Arab-Islamic Culture in late Ottoman and British Palestine. juancole.com Review of Reviewed by (
(2026-02-01). Coordinated militant assaults leave over 80 dead across Pakistan's Balochistan. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Pakistan's southwestern province of Balochistan was shaken by a wave of coordinated militant attacks that left at least 80 persons dead — 70 militants and 10 security personnel, officials said today. The assaults, launched late Friday night and continuing into Saturday, hit more than 10 towns and cities, prompting large-scale counter-operations by the army and law enforcement agencies.Provincial government spokesperson Shahid Rind said attacks were reported from multiple locations, including Quetta, Gwadar, Makran, Hub, Chaman, Naseerabad and Nushki. Militants targeted police posts, Frontier…
(2026-02-01). Pentagon panics, warns future wars may strike US soil days after Iran tests 10,000 km-range missile. hindustantimes.com The Pentagon has issued a stark warning that future wars may no longer be confined overseas, cautioning that the United States itself could come under direct attack. Under a new U.S. defense strategy, homeland defense has been elevated to a top priority as nuclear, cyber, space, and electromagnetic threats rapidly expand. The warning comes amid escalating confrontation with Iran, which has threatened retaliatory strikes on what it calls "enemy territories" and is reportedly developing long-range missile capabilities, including a claimed 10,000 km ballistic missile. If confirmed, such advances could place U.S. ter…
(2026-02-01). A vote for continuity? What to know for Costa Rica's presidential election. aljazeera.com Polls suggest that the candidate close to outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves is likely to triumph in the February 1 vote.
(2026-02-01). Financial shutdown begins as US congress faces budget deadlock. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A partial federal government shutdown commenced early Saturday. This came about because lawmakers couldn't reach a funding agreement. However, officials anticipate the disruption will be short-lived. The House of Representatives is slated to vote on a temporary spending bill this coming Monday. | The shutdown stems from renewed political friction in Washington. Democrats are opposing funding for the Department of Homeland Security unless new restrictions are placed on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The disagreement escalated after the deaths of two Americans in Minneapolis, which involved f…
(2026-02-01). Saturday 2/7: The Attack on Black Studies. indybay.org The Starry Plough Pub | 3101 Shattuck Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-02-01). Berlin Hospitals Struggle to Treat Hundreds of Falls During Winter Freeze Because Environmental Laws Forbid Use of Salt on Sidewalks. wattsupwiththat.com Repeated snowfall and freezing rain have coated the open-air insane asylum known as Berlin in a thin sheet of slippery ice since the beginning of January. To spare plants, city environmental laws have long forbidden using salt on pedestrian paths and stairways, and so residents have been falling and injuring themselves at such high rates that emergency rooms have had trouble keeping up:…
(2026-02-01). Dooming The Chagos Deal: The Diego Garcia Dilemma OpEd. eurasiareview.com When remote islands start to interest chatterboxes in think tanks and bureaucrats in foreign ministries, we can only assume that some matters will be exaggerated over others. With the Chagos Islands, there is one matter that is hard to exaggerate. The plight of its indigenous population has been horrendous, treated with brutish contempt by the British and United States, banished from their homelands in the name of strategic interests. As Britain and its strategic footprint passed into the shade of US power, it became vital that Britannia perform the vital role of servitor, always assured that it would be a par…
(2026-02-01). Minneapolis Mayor Warns of "Invasion" as More ICE Horror Stories Emerge. truthout.org Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is warning that the Trump administration has crossed a "terrifying line" with its use of federal immigration enforcement agents to brutalize and abduct people in his city. In an interview with the New York Times published Saturday, Frey described operations that have taken place in his city as "marauding gangs of guys just walking down the street indiscriminately… |
(2026-02-01). Students Join Nationwide Strike to Abolish ICE. indybay.org On the national day of the Free America Walkout strike, students from elementary to high school rallied and protested calling for ICE to leave communities across the country.
(2026-01-31). Fishing ban revives Yangtze finless porpoises. ecns.cn The population of the Yangtze finless porpoise, the only freshwater porpoise species in China's longest river, has risen to 1,426 in 2025, indicating that the fishing ban and other conservation efforts are reviving the ecosystem of the Yangtze River.
(2026-02-01). Robert Reich: The Untimely Death Of Civil Rights In America OpEd. eurasiareview.com The Justice Department announced it would finally conduct a civil rights investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, the VA nurse who was gunned down in Minneapolis last Saturday by federal agents. | It was a sharp reversal from the Department's previous decision, to leave it up to the Department of Homeland Security to conduct a narrow inquiry into whether proper procedures were followed. | I hope you'll forgive me if I express some skepticism about the Justice Department's apparent turnabout. I hope it will conduct a genuine investigation and that justice will be done. But if justice is really done by the c…
(2026-02-01). Friday 1/30: Noisemaker protest at the Israeli Consulate. indybay.org 456 Montgomery, San Francisco…
(2026-02-01). Saturday 2/7: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-02-01). Volkanovski wins featherweight title defence against Lopes at UFC 325. aljazeera.com Alexander Volkanovski retains his UFC featherweight title with a unanimous decision over Diego Lopes in Australia.
(2026-02-01). The Arctic Remains A Zone Of Sustained Competition Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Luke Coffey | US President Donald Trump's recent statements about the need to acquire Greenland caused considerable division within the transatlantic community. Fortunately, these tensions appear to have been resolved for now. One positive consequence of the Greenland debate, however, has been to elevate the strategic importance of the Arctic region on the international agenda. | The Arctic region is home to some of the harshest terrain and environmental conditions on Earth. There are eight countries that can call themselves Arctic states: the US, Canada, Denmark via Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finl…
(2026-02-01). Saturday 2/14: gay shame new friends meeting. indybay.org 465 Collective | 465 South Van Ness Ave | San Francisco, CA | 94103…
(2026-02-01). "How many Kisses might it take:" FitzGerald's The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:35. juancole.com Quatrain no. 35 in the first edition of Edward FitzGerald's Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám is a meditation on death and the way that the dead live on in the artefacts of our daily lives. Their emotions were the same as ours, their loves and passions, now faded, were no less ardent than our own. They are now clay, and some of the clay objects, like jugs and cups, in our daily lives, are really just survivals of those people of the past. It is a grim vision: | Articulation answer'd, once did live,
| And merry-make; and the cold Lip I kiss'd
| How many Kisses might it take — and give! | This stanza is dr…
(2026-02-01). U.S. Escalation Against Cuba Amidst Unrest in the U.S. Reveals a Unified Struggle! radiohc.cu 
Statement from The Interreligious Foundation for Community Organization (IFCO/Pastors for Peace) | On the eve of a historic, nationwide shutdown organized by the people of the United States—a powerful response to escalating attacks on immigrant communities, workers' rights, and democratic freedoms—we received with disgust, yet not surprised, the news from Washington. Donald Trump's latest executive order, dated January 29, 2026 declares Cuba a "national threat" and triggers an unprecedented escalation punishing any nation on earth that dares to sell or give oil to the island. This is not a new poli…
(2026-02-01). California 175 – Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff Jr. – 2026 Black History Month. indybay.org As we ramp up celebrations for the 100th Anniversary of Negro History Week and 50th Anniversary of Black History Month, Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. legacy provides an example of what is possible today.
(2026-01-31). Starmer's China visit seen as boost for UK tourism and retail. ecns.cn As British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits China this week with a delegation of ministers and business leaders, retail and tourism stakeholders in the United Kingdom are looking to renewed high-level engagement to drive travel and cultural exchanges.
(2026-02-01). A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EUROPEAN UNION IN BRUSSELS FULL-TIME PERMANENT CONTRACT. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-31). CPC leadership holds meeting to review report on work of state institutions, secretariat of Party Central Committee. ecns.cn The meeting spoke highly of the work of the leading Party members groups of the top legislature, central government, top political advisory body, supreme court, and supreme procuratorate, as well as the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee in 2025, and approved their work arrangements for 2026.
(2026-02-01). ICE Is Not the Only Problem. Border Patrol Has Acted With Impunity for Decades. truthout.org The idea of a "border crisis" has long been used by both Republicans and Democrats to justify harsh immigration policies. From Biden's sweeping asylum processing restrictions intended to gain "control of our border," to Trump's near-total suspension of asylum processing predicated on a proclaimed "invasion" at the southern border, the playbook is nothing new. Whether you have believed that… |
(2026-02-01). Report Exposes Colombian Mercenaries Fighting For RSF. eurasiareview.com One year into his retirement, a Colombian military drone specialist noticed a WhatsApp message: "Any veterans interested in working? We're looking for reservists from any force." | The job was in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to a man who claimed to be a former air force colonel. On a follow-up call, however, the veteran learned that he would undergo a few months of training in Dubai before deploying to Africa to conduct tactical reconnaissance. He declined the offer after a friend in UAE warned him that the job likely was in one of the worst war zones in the world — the front lines of the…
(2026-01-31). China, Britain agree to develop long-term, consistent comprehensive strategic partnership in Xi-Starmer meeting. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and visiting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer agreed on Thursday in Beijing that the two countries should develop a long-term and consistent comprehensive strategic partnership.
(2026-01-31). China, Algeria expand space cooperation with new satellite launch. ecns.cn Developed by the China Academy of Space Technology, the satellite will work with its predecessor, AlSat-3A, which was also built by the academy and launched by a Long March 2C rocket from the Jiuquan spaceport on Jan 15.
(2026-02-01). Greenland and Western hypocrisy over the rules-based international order. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By John Menadue Western leaders defend the rules-based international order when it suits them, but remain largely silent as those same rules are breached by the United States and Israel. The result is a system that shields the powerful and abandons the vulnerable — most starkly in Palestine. The white men and a few…
(2026-02-01). War On Borrowed Power: Zelenskyy's Shrinking Freedom To Choose OpEd. eurasiareview.com President Volodymyr‚ÄØZelenskyy is governing within a narrowing corridor of possibility. His public stance—unyielding, morally charged, insistently sovereign—conceals a harsher truth: Ukraine's freedom to choose its course is contracting, not expanding. Kyiv did not control the terms of war, and it will not control the terms of peace. The longer it behaves as though it can, the greater the risk of abandonment at the moment of maximum vulnerability. | A War on Other People's Timetables: | From the first days of Russia's invasion, Ukraine's resistance has run on resources it…
(2026-02-01). Iran: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 23 January 2026, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered a statement during the 39th Special Session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council on the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran. The statement highlighted the Iranian government's "extraordinarily harsh crackdown" on protesters, which included thousands of summary killings and arbitrary detentions, and called for the release of all those detained in connection with the protests. Read the (…) | – |
(2026-02-01). IRGC Rejects Assassination Claims Following Mysterious Blast In Iran. eurasiareview.com By Osama Ali | ( Iranian television reported that the blast happened in an eight-story building on Al-Moallem Street, leveling two floors and damaging multiple vehicles and nearby shops. Emergency and firefighting personnel responded promptly, but the cause of the explosion is still a mystery…
(2026-02-01). End of an era as US, Russia prepare to exit final nuclear arms treaty. scmp.com Come Thursday, barring a last-minute change, the final treaty in the world that restricted nuclear weapon deployment will be over. | New START, the last nuclear treaty between Washington and Moscow after decades of agreements dating to the Cold War, is set to expire, and with it restrictions on the two top nuclear powers.
(2026-02-01). China's Xiaomi launches smartphones in Kenyan, eyeing bigger market share. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI | Xinhua | Chinese electronics maker Xiaomi on Friday launched the REDMI Note 15 Series, comprising three smartphone models, in the Kenyan market. The launch event, held in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, attracted senior executives from the telecommunications sector. Matt Huang, country manager of Xiaomi International, said the devices are aimed at meeting …
(2026-02-01). Iran must be held accountable for mass killings of protesters and restoration of Internet services. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with undersigned organisations, expresses grave concern over the Iranian authorities' nationwide repression of peaceful protests and their systematic use of lethal and excessive force against civilians. As Iran faces a deepening economic crisis, thousands of protesters have reportedly been killed, arbitrarily detained, or subjected to torture, while authorities have imposed an internet shutdown to conceal serious human rights (…) | – |
(2026-02-01). Saturday 1/31: San Francisco Social Movement history: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-02-01). Monday 2/2: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-02-01). Sri Lanka At A Crossroads: Is The JVP Eyeing Beijing's Model? Analysis. eurasiareview.com As Sri Lanka grapples with uncertainty over the long-delayed provincial council elections, a fresh argument has surfaced in the political arena. Former Member of Parliament and General Secretary of the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK), M.A. Sumanthiran, has raised suspicions that the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) may be considering a path that aligns the country with China's governing model. His remarks, delivered during a
(2026-01-31). Trump says Iran negotiating with U.S. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Iran is negotiating with the United States.
(2026-02-01). Mass Rally in SF to Shut Down ICE & Support General Strike Nationally. indybay.org Thousands of students, workers and community members rallied at Dolores Park in San Francisco to shutdown ICE and also many supported a national general strike.
(2026-02-01). The US Supreme Court Is Quietly Aiding an Economic War on Cuba. truthout.org As President Donald Trump gestures towards regime change in Cuba, the U.S. Supreme Court, with Trump's urging, has agreed to hear lawsuits that could help corporate interests recoup hundreds of millions of dollars in long-expropriated Cuban assets if the United States seizes control of the nation. One of those lawsuits involves an oil giant claiming damages from Cuban companies for decades… |
(2026-01-31). Foreign diplomats hail Yunnan's opening-up efforts. ecns.cn Beyond fostering economic and trade cooperation, Yunnan is also dedicated to enhancing its international cooperation in the healthcare sector, contributing to the well-being of people in neighboring countries.
(2026-02-01). LAPD Chief hints they may not enforce mask bans on federal immigration agents. lataco.com "It's not a good public policy decision and it wasn't well thought out in my opinion," said LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell during a press conference for the release of 2025 citywide crime data.
(2026-02-01). Saturday 1/31: Making sense of territorial accession fixation: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-02-01). Trump orders federal agents to stay away from protests in Democrat cities. aljazeera.com Order comes amid mounting criticism of Trump administration's deadly immigration crackdown in Democratic-run cities.
(2026-02-01). Friday 2/13: Day: A Show and Craft Market. indybay.org London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-01). Unite to Fight the Far Right Rally J24. indybay.org On January 24 activists counter protested the annual "West Coast Walk for Life"
(2026-02-01). In a Holding Cell with a Transgender Migrant. counterpunch.org The politics of the humane opposes, contradicts, and combats the politics of profit, the politics of the machine, and the politics of spectacle. It is a method of engagement, consciousness-raising, and ultimately, leadership that seeks to reorient social relations and institutional policy so that they are no longer imprisoned by the cruelty of racism and other forms of hatred or encaged within the narrow thinking of cold, emotionally detached strategy of careerists in politico-drag. The politics of the humane, typically through the homiletics of example, preach the need to see social and economic issues through t…
(2026-02-01). Meloni the angel: Mural in a church in Rome causes buzz. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A recently restored mural in a church in Rome attracted attention and drew controversy on social media for its resemblance to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, sparking widespread interest among the media on Saturday.The mural is located in a small chapel belonging to the Basilica of St Lawrence in Lucina, a few meters from the Italian government headquarters in the center of Rome, and it has been recently restored, according to "La Repubblica "newspaper, which was the first to publish the news.The mural showed a marble bust of Umberto II, the last king of Italy, and on the right, an angel is depi…
(2026-01-31). 5 Myanmar gang members sentenced. ecns.cn Five members of a notorious Myanmar-based criminal group were sentenced for six criminal charges, including fraud and intentional injury, by a court in Chongqing on Friday.
(2026-02-01). China-Britain ties in numbers. ecns.cn Over the decades, the two nations have cultivated a mutually beneficial partnership, strengthened by major trade agreements, vibrant educational exchanges and deep cultural collaborations.
(2026-02-01). Saturday 1/31: San Jose / Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2026-02-01). UK rights campaigner Tatchell arrested at pro-Palestine protest. newarab.com 
London police on Saturday arrested prominent rights activist It follows two of Britain's biggest police forces announcing last month that officers would detain people who publicly chant or display the slogan, a change prompted by London's Metropolita…
(2026-02-01). Trump Admin Uses Equity Stakes, New Mines to Secure Critical Minerals Supply Chain. wattsupwiththat.com Since the beginning of President Donald Trump's second term, the administration has been aggressively pursuing the development of new mines for critical minerals and rare earths, wherever they can be found (and, in particular, if the source is American or a relatively trusted ally).
(2026-02-01). Senate Democrats Offer Promising Ideas For Changing Immigration Enforcement OpEd. eurasiareview.com It is good to be cautious when Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) proclaims he is promoting "common sense" ideas. But, looking at a listing of some of what he on Wednesday called "common-sense reforms, ones that Americans know and expect from law enforcement," that Senate Democrats want imposed for the United States government's immigration enforcement efforts, it seems that Schumer and his party caucus are putting forward some promising ideas. | The Senate Democrats' proposal largely promotes adopting restraints that have generally helped ensure at the state and local level that police violate people…
(2026-02-01). How a US/Israeli Strike on Iran could Provoke a wider Conflict. juancole.com ( Trump's p…
(2026-02-01). Rob Nilsson's collection of 9@Night Films playing at the Tenderloin Museum. indybay.org Collection of "9@Night Films" directed by Rob Nilsson, playing at the Tenderloin Museum, in San Francisco.
(2026-02-01). Trump Didn't Push Europe Toward China: He Pushed It Toward Independence OpEd. eurasiareview.com Europe's Waking Up : | Europe did not suddenly decide to move towards China. However, since US President Trump returned to the White House, a consequential shift has been unfolding across European capitals with their leaders often rushing to China. It is not a geopolitical realignment, nor a rejection of the transatlantic alliance. It is a reassessment—born of discomfort—with how much Europe can actually tolerate this great-power rivalry. | Trump's revived "America First" approach has brought back tariffs, transactional diplomacy, and blunt demands for greater burden-sharing from allies. Fo…
(2026-02-01). German star latest to take aim at Trump ahead of FIFA World Cup in U.S. radiohc.cu Germany midfielder Leon Goretzka says United States President Donald Trump "has managed to make us feel not only German, but also European". | Goretzka, who plays club football for Bayern Munich, in an interview with Die Zeit newspaper published on Wednesday, spoke about the World Cup being hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico, and he suggested Germany and other European teams will be the favorites. | "Others have caught up, but in the most important game in the world, we're still ahead of every continent," Goretzka said. | "Far from being left behind, Europe will show everyone what's what on the field." | The cou…
(2026-02-01). Saturday 2/14: Trump Regime Takedown special one-year anniversary! indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-02-01). The Problem With The South China Sea Code Of Conduct Is Not China: It's ASEAN Analysis. eurasiareview.com ASEAN reaffirmed the importance of maintaining and promoting peace, security, stability, safety, and freedom of navigation in and overflight above the South China Sea and recognised the benefits of having the South China Sea as a sea of peace, stability, prosperity, and sustainable development. In this regard, we underscored the importance of the full and effective implementation of the DOC in its entirety. We welcomed the positive momentum and progress achieved in the ongoing negotiations on the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea (COC). We will endeavour to conclude the negotiation of an effective and sub…
(2026-02-01). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 25- Jan. 31). ecns.cn
(2026-02-01). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-02-01). ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Honduras: How development finance and corporate power enabled the killing of Berta Cáceres. fidh.org
(2026-02-01). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Uganda: Arbitrary arrest and pre-trial detention of eight environmental rights defenders. fidh.org
(2026-02-01). ICE adopts 'Amazon Prime' model, turning detention into industrial-scale cruelty. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-02-01). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Washington Keeps Saying 'Talks Are Possible' As Military Pressure On Iran Intensifies OpEd. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-01). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Rebuilding livelihoods for conflict-affected families in northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Sanctions as a reflex: The high cost of the U.S. blockade on Cuba. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-02-01). The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). 'Deeply insecure': Why Bangladeshi minorities are scared ahead of elections. aljazeera.com
(2026-02-01). Cuba's sovereign example is a threat to Washington. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-02-01). Greenland And The Art Of The Deal? OpEd. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-01). Statement on meetings on protected persons in the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). United States plunges into unlawful rule and extrajudicial killings. fidh.org
(2026-02-01). Highland Park Stands With Minnesota. indybay.org
(2026-02-01). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). United Nations treaty on business and human rights: New language is out, but some gaps persist. fidh.org
(2026-02-01). Somalia: Rebuilding life beyond the emergency. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Families of the missing still seek answers. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Call for Applications: Consultancy-External Final Evaluation. fidh.org
(2026-02-01). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Israel and the occupied territories: Release and transfer operations under ceasefire agreement completed. icrc.org
(2026-02-01). Sunday 2/8: Katia Padilla: Nothing About Us Without Us: What Community-Led Power Really Looks like. indybay.org
(2026-02-01). Feds Begin To Look At Effects Of A Possible Large Spill At Proposed Alaska Mine. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-01). Liadagmis Povea se impone con salto de 13,40 en campeonato francés. cubadebate.cu La subcampeona mundial de esa modalidad el pasado año abrió este sábado sus participaciones internacionales en pistas techadas como parte de una temporada en la que enfrentará varios compromisos importantes, incluidos los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026.
(2026-02-01). Elito Revé y su Charangón celebrarán su aniversario 70 durante este 2026. cubadebate.cu Elito Revé y su Charangón, agrupación fundada en el año 1956 por Elio Revé Matos (1930-1997), estará celebrando durante el presente año su aniversario 70, y su consolidación como una de las orquestas más emblemáticas de la cultura cubana.
(2026-02-01). Reportan rachas de vientos significativas en el occidente y centro del país. cubadebate.cu Durante las últimas horas de la mañana y la tarde de este sábado, el octavo Frente Frío de la actual temporada invernal, estuvo transitando por las regiones occidental y central. A su paso se han reportado rachas de viento significativas en varias estaciones del occidente del país.
(2026-02-01). Cuban president participates in National Defense Day. radiohc.cu The President of the National Defense Council, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, oversaw a tactical exercise this Saturday in the Tamarindo defense zone, in the municipality of Diez de Octubre, as part of the third National Defense Day commemoration in January. | The First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic was accompanied by members of the Political Bureau and Army Corps Generals àÅlvaro López Miera and Lázaro Alberto àÅlvarez Casas, Ministers of the Revolutionary Armed Forces (FAR) and the Ministry of the Interior (Minint), respectively. | In th…
(2026-02-01). Participa Díaz-Canel en ejercicio militar en La Habana. cubadebate.cu El Presidente del Consejo de Defensa Nacional, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, participó en la realización de un ejercicio táctico en la zona de defensa de Tamarindo, en territorio del habanero municipio de Diez de Octubre, como parte del tercer Día Nacional de la Defensa en enero.
(2026-02-01). Yamal scores as Barcelona win at Elche to extend La Liga lead. aljazeera.com Teenage star Lamine Yamal opens the scoring after six minutes to set the foundation for a convincing Barcelona victory.
(2026-01-31). Trump again bypasses U.S. Congress to push $6 billion in weapons sales to Israel. haaretz.com The four sales to Israel, including tactical vehicles and helicopters, were a violation of congressional norms, a senior Democratic official said, adding that Trump refuses to 'engage Congress on critical questions about the next steps in Gaza'…
(2026-01-31). raises credit outlook from negative to stable, citing Gaza cease-fire. haaretz.com While boosting Israel's outlook, the credit rating agency reaffirmed the country's credit rating — the likelihood that a country will repay its debts — warning that Israel's security and geopolitical environment remains vulnerable…
(2026-01-31). Why attacking UNRWA is attacking Gaza's survival. aljazeera.com The UN agency is able to provide much-needed services to the entire Strip at scale, but it is prevented from doing so.
(2026-01-31). Israeli strikes kill 32 in Gaza, series of explosions in Iran. newarab.com 
Israeli air strikes killed 32 people including children in Gaza on Saturday, in one of the deadliest days since the fragile ceasefire began in October last year. | "The death toll since dawn today has risen to 32, most of them children and women," said the civil defence agency, updating an earlier toll of 28. "Residential apartments, tents, shelters and a police station were targeted, resulting in this humanitarian catastrophe," agency spokesman Mahmud Bassal said in the statement. | The latest bloodshed comes after Israel announced it would reopen the crucial Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Sunday for t…
(2026-01-31). Israel kills more than 25 in Gaza, targets displacement shelters. newarab.com 
(2026-01-31). US approves $6.6bn sale of attack helicopters, assault vehicles to Israel. aljazeera.com The approved sale includes 30 Apache helicopters, which Israeli forces have used to attack Palestinians in Gaza.
(2026-01-31). Israel officially accepts Gaza death toll of 70,000. wsws.org After years of denial by Israel, successive US and European governments and the international media, Israel has accepted the Gaza Health Ministry's official death toll.
(2026-01-31). US Justice Dept releases millions of Epstein files documents. newarab.com 
(2026-01-31). UK's Starmer says ex-Prince Andrew should testify before Congress over Epstein ties. devdiscourse.com British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Saturday that the ‚Äåformer Prince Andrew should testify before a U.S. congressional committee, following new revelations about Andrew's links to the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-01-31). Andrew Windsor accused of torture and murder in latest Epstein release. thecanary.co 
On 30 January, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) released the latest tranche of Epstein Files. As we reported, the release contained allegations Trump is 'compromised' by Israel, and that he raped and beat a child. The disgraced former prince Andrew Windsor also appears in the latest release, and the new allegations are the most […] | By
(2026-01-31). Trump 'compromised by Israel', new Epstein files claim. thecanary.co 
More explosive accusations from today's new release of Epstein files. An FBI report from a "credible" and confidential human source says that US president Donald Trump was "compromised by Israel" and that his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, was effectively running his organisation and presidency. The report links Kushner's family to corruption, Russian cash and the ultra-Zionist […] | By
(2026-01-31). Regime change roll call: Who's next? strategic-culture.su After Venezuela, the White House has Iran, Cuba, Haiti, and Iraq in its sights. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Following the cap…
(2026-01-31). Peter Kornbluh: Is Trump pushing a new imperialism in Latin America? aljazeera.com Peter Kornbluh speaks to Marc Lamont Hill on Trump's abduction of Venezuela's president and fallout for Latin America.
(2026-01-31). Trinidad and Tobago's Kamla Rap Sheet of Wrongs. orinocotribune.com By Wayne Kublalsingh — Jan 29, 2026 | Many of our Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) officials are casting a long eye on Venezuela's crude. But the Kamla Persad-Bissessar government has a rap sheet of wrongs against the Bolivarian Republic. With this rap sheet, how are we getting Venezuelan crude again? | On 23rd January 2019, Donald Trump posted the following on social media: "Today, I am officially recognizing the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Juan Guaidó, as the Interim President of Venezuela." Two days later, Mrs Persad-Bissessar, the then Leader of the Opposition rose in Parliament to effusively…
(2026-01-31). The War Intervention: AI, Data Centers, and the Environment. orinocotribune.com By Aaron Kirshenbaum — Jan 29, 2026 | Early on Saturday, January 3rd, Venezuela was attacked on behalf of oil, mineral, tech, and weapons profiteers in a regime change operation. Since then, the Trump administration has threatened Iran, Greenland, Cuba, Colombia, and Mexico. What unites these threats? The U.S.'s quest for endless resource extraction to power its increasingly deadly global empire. And it's not slowing down. These resource wars and "operations" are emerging as the AI drive also ramps up. In July, Palantir and the Pentagon signed a 10-year, $10 billion agreement. In April 2025, Palantir won a $…
(2026-01-31). Arms Embargo Now Movement Call: From Venezuela to Palestine, Canada Must Cut Off the Flow of Arms. worldbeyondwar.org Canadian weapons are being used to bomb Venezuela and Palestine. We must cut off the unregulated flow of weapons to the U.S. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-01-31). Reading Between the Lines of OFAC General License 46 Regarding Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Betzabeth Aldana Vivas — Jan 30, 2026 | On January 29, after a decade of near-total prohibitions on the involvement of US companies in Venezuela's oil sector, the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued This measure entails a carefully calibrated administrative review that adjus…
(2026-01-31). Venezuela: Delcy Rodríguez anunció Ley de Amnistía General. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez anunció este viernes impulsar una Ley de Amnistía General que cubra todo el periodo de violencia política desde 1999 hasta la actualidad. | Al intervenir en la apertura del Año Judicial 2026 y presentación de gestión en 2025 del Tribunal Supremo de Justicia (TSJ), la dignataria encargó a la Comisión para la Revolución Judicial y al Programa para la Convivencia Democrática y para la Paz a instalarse con urgencia para que en las próximas horas presenten la normativa ante la Asamblea Nacional (parlamento). | Solicitó, al respecto, la máxima colaboración del cuerp…
(2026-01-31). Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez announces prisoner amnesty. aljazeera.com Rodriguez calls for healing 'wounds left by political confrontation' and says notorious El Helicoide prison to shut.
(2026-01-31). History beckons for Djokovic and Alcaraz. tribune.com.pk 
History is on the line in the Australian Open men's final on Sunday with tennis gladiators Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz each vowing no surrender. | Separated by 16 years, the pair stand at opposite ends of their careers and are pursuing significant but different milestones. | The 38-year-old Djokovic is striving to win a record-extending 11th Melbourne crown and with it a 25th major title to finally surpass Margaret Court's long-standing landmark. | Should he do so, he will also become the oldest man to lift the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup at the Australian Open. | The 22-year-old Alcaraz has already won…
(2026-01-31). Zakharova: Russia condemns hostile actions of the USA against Cuba. eng.belta.by On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing tariffs on countries that supply oil to Cuba and declared a national security emergency citing a threat allegedly coming from Havana.
(2026-01-31). Al-Nassr bests Al-Taawoun to move up in SPL Table. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Monday January 26, 2026 defeated Al-Taawoun 1-0 in a tight and thrilling match played at Al Awwal Park Stadium to surge ahead in the Saudi Pro League (2025/26) Table.
(2026-01-31). How the U.S. Security Assistance Distorts Israel's Domestic Market. moderndiplomacy.eu While the United States pours billions of dollars in annual aid into Israel, such generosity is quietly undermining Israel's economic autonomy. For decades, mainstream urban economics has followed William Alonso's Bid Rent Theory. This theory argues that land value and the cost of living are a function of accessibility to the city center and productivity. …
(2026-01-31). Turkey will not join Saudi-Pakistan mutual defence pact: sources. newarab.com 
(2026-01-31). Indonesia Tightens Airport Screening Amid Deadly Nipah Virus Fears. thinktank.pk Indonesia has stepped up health screenings at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport as concerns grow over the spread of the deadly Nipah virus in parts of Asia. All arriving passengers are now required to undergo thermal scanning and submit health information, while quarantine officers closely monitor for symptoms such as fever, cough, and severe headaches. Travelers …
(2026-01-31). Kuwaiti playwright dies days after citizenship revoked. newarab.com 
Prominent For six decades, he has been recognised for his contributions to theatre, literature, and other cultural fields. | On 25 January, Kuwait issued a decree revoking Al-Suraie's citizenship, along with that of 65 others, according to Kuwait Today. Other prominent figures from the sports, medical, and military sectors were also ta…
(2026-01-31). Mark Tully's death marks more than the passing of a man. ummid.com The death of Mark Tully signifies more than the passing of a man, and the end of a particular form of British writing about India.
(2026-01-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-31). Why DP lost Gulu City division mayoral races. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Democratic Party's (DP) defeat to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the Gulu City division mayoral elections has been blamed on strategic missteps that weakened the party at the grassroots, despite strong backing from its top leadership. NRM registered a significant win in both Laroo-Pece and Bardege-Layibi …
(2026-01-31). HCoI launches Self Flight Booking for Hajj Pilgrims: Check Steps. ummid.com Hajj 2026: In another initiative to enhance convenience of the Hajj Pilgrims, the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has introduced Self Flight Booking facility.
(2026-01-31). Hajj 2026 5th Waiting List of 747 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the 5th waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking a total of 747 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before January 31, 2026.
(2026-01-31). Suspected separatists kill 8 Pakistani policemen in 'coordinated' attacks. aljazeera.com Pakistan has been battling a separatist movement in Balochistan for decades.
(2026-01-31). Electricity lines between Ukraine, Moldova, Romania fail, causing mass outages. scmp.com Ukraine's power grid experienced mass outages on Saturday after a "technical malfunction" caused electrical lines between Moldova, Romania and Ukraine to fail, Ukraine's energy minister said. | The outages knocked out water supplies to Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, and prompted a complete shutdown of the city's metro network, paralysing transport for thousands.
(2026-01-31). Belarus president's team defeats Grodno Oblast team in RHL match. eng.belta.by On 31 January, the head of state's team defeated the Grodno Oblast team, 10-5 (5-2, 1-1, 4-2), at the Olympic Arena in Minsk.
(2026-01-31). Dance and Music are potent forms of cultural Defiance in Palestine. juancole.com (
(2026-01-31). GCIS hosts activations to educate public on SONA. sanews.gov.za GCIS hosts activations to educate public on SONA | The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) in collaboration with other stakeholders will host outreaches in the form of activations, community media engagements and dialogues ahead of the State of the Nation Address (SONA). | President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on the programmes of government on 12 February 2026. | The address is delivered at a Joint Sitting of Parliament, including both the National Assembly (NA) and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) and focuses on the current political and socio-economic state of the nation.
(2026-01-31). Michigan immigrants face increasing repression from federal agents. wsws.org ICE arrests in Michigan were up 230 percent in 2025 compared to 2024, and included immigrants with legal status and those with spouses or children who are US citizens.
(2026-01-31). How Labour Betrayed Britain's Working Class in the Name of Net Zero. wattsupwiththat.com In Aberdeen, the warning sirens are no longer coming from offshore rigs but from the unions themselves. A recent study cited by the GMB union paints a stark picture: the North Sea's offshore workforce, roughly 115,000 strong today, could be slashed to around 57,000 by the early 2030s if Britain's headlong rush to Net Zero continues. For a city already bleeding skilled jobs — some 18,000 lost since 2010 — this is not an abstract climate model but the prospect of a living community turned into another deindustrialised ghost of Britain's past.
(2026-01-31). Soaring Prices of Gold and Slipping Status of US Dollar. ummid.com The soaring prices of Gold is a huge flashing red light indicating something has broken deep in the bowels of the current monetary system.
(2026-01-31). Notable Black Folks Who Died In 2026. newsone.com 
UPDATE — Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, 11: 40 a.m. EST: We love our Black celebrities. Period. No matter how famous they get or how big the stages become, there's always a different kind of pride that comes with seeing Black folks win. It feels personal…like their success is proof that we can make it too, that …
(2026-01-31). Thursday 2/5: Pro-Peace Vigil (20-Minute Meditation). indybay.org San Francisco City Hall Steps (Polk St.)…
(2026-01-31). The first heat of the year and we are already breaking records. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-31). Cricket-Hetmyer fires as Windies beat South Africa by six runs in 10-over shootout. devdiscourse.com Shimron Hetmyer smashed an unbeaten 48 in 22 balls to help West Indies to ‚Äåa six-run victory over hosts South Africa in a Twenty20 International reduced to 10 overs per ‚Å side at The Wanderers in Johannesburg on Saturday. South Africa had already wrapped up the three-match series going into the final fixture on Saturday, when the threat of lightning on the Highveld shortened the contest.
(2026-01-31). "They watched him get crushed" : Ford Chicago Assembly Plant worker critically injured after management ignored safety warnings. wsws.org A Ford Chicago Assembly Plant worker was critically injured when a vehicle fell on him due to known safety hazards, which both management and the UAW apparatus ignored.
(2026-01-31). Galloping through cultures: How horses connect humanity. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-31). Belarus' diplomat, Murmansk governor discuss service center, machinery supplies, tourist's death. eng.belta.by Nikolai Rogozhnik, Consul General of Belarus in St. Petersburg, visited Russia's Murmansk and held a working meeting with Murmansk Oblast Governor Andrei Chibis.
(2026-01-31). US approves US$16 billion arms sale to Israel, Saudi Arabia as Middle East tensions mount. scmp.com The Trump administration has approved a massive new series of arms sales to Israel totalling US$6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth US$9 billion. | The State Department announced the sales to America's allies in the Middle East late on Friday as tensions rise in the region over the possibility of US military strikes on Iran. They were made public after the department notified Congress of its approval of the sales earlier in the day.
(2026-01-31). Is Europe Quietly Building a New Global Trade Order Beyond the US? thinktank.pk In recent years, Europe has signaled a shift — subtle but unmistakable — away from an unquestioned reliance on the United States as its chief economic and strategic partner. Instead, European leaders are increasingly pushing for a more independent, multilateral trade architecture that reflects evolving global realities. This emerging stance is not rooted in opposition …
(2026-01-31). Trump's biggest show of force meets IRGC live-fire drills, CENTCOM warnings fail. hindustantimes.com U.S. Central Command has publicly urged Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy to conduct its upcoming live‚Äëfire drills in the Strait of Hormuz safely and professionally, warning that unsafe behavior near U.S. or commercial vessels will not be tolerated and could trigger U.S. defensive action. CENTCOM's statement emphasizes that the strait is a vital international sea passage through which roughly 100 merchant ships transit daily and says U.S. forces will continue operating there under international norms while insisting Iran's forces must do the same.
(2026-01-31). Mosque Warnings Spur Exodus of Thousands in Northwest Pakistan, Fearing Military Action. moderndiplomacy.eu Tens of thousands of people have recently left the Tirah Valley in northwestern Pakistan due to warnings from mosques about potential military action against Islamist militants. Residents have moved to nearby towns despite harsh winter conditions, including heavy snowfall. Gul Afridi, a local shopkeeper, confirmed his family's departure prompted by these announcements. Local officials reported …
(2026-01-31). Al-Ahli trounces Al-Ettifaq, pushes Al-Nassr to 3rd position in SPL Table. ummid.com Al-Ahli Saudi Wednesday January 28, 2025 defeated Al-Ettifaq 4-0 and advanced to the second position, replacing Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr, in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) Table.
(2026-01-31). Reject the IG Metall union's nationalist defence of steel production in Germany! wsws.org While Thyssenkrupp shareholders plan to approve a €93 million dividend, the corporation is preparing to slash 11,000 jobs in its steel division. Workers must reject the complicity of the IG Metall union and build independent rank-and-file committees to defend their livelihoods against these attacks.
(2026-01-31). Enhanced India-EU Partnership Strengthens in Fractured World. ummid.com The enhanced partnership between India and European Union (EU) is going to eliminate tariffs on more than 90% of traded goods, besides imparting a thrust to services and facilitate investments between the two sides.
(2026-01-31). Thursday 1/29: Protest @ Press Conference. indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza…
(2026-01-31). Mvllah 4D Chess: Israel, Reza Pahlavi and the Iranian "Protest Trap" muslimskeptic.com At the time of writing this piece, the protest cycle in Iran appears to have subsided. The mobilization of these protests initially emerged from certain material and distributive grievances (currency instability, price inflation, and declining purchasing power). They were notably sustained, at least in their early phase, by segments of the bazaar and commercial middle …
(2026-01-31). US judge declines to halt immigration surge in Minnesota amid protests. aljazeera.com Minneapolis mayor criticises judge's ruling, calling the Trump administration's immigration crackdown 'an invasion'.
(2026-01-31). Sunday 2/22: Community Call: Live from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/f……
(2026-01-31). Belarus approves cross-border rail transport projects within Union State. eng.belta.by Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin has signed a resolution approving Union State projects, BelTA learned from the government's press service.
(2026-01-31). Disarm Your Mind: A Talk With Alicia Cabezudo. worldbeyondwar.org 
We're kicking off a new year for the World BEYOND War podcast by talking to Alicia Cabezudo, peace educator in Rosario, Argentina and board member at World BEYOND War. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-01-31). Australia: Union officials stop striking health workers speaking to SEP members at Melbourne rally. wsws.org Health Workers Union bureaucrats denounced the SEP as "scabs" who were "spreading division in the union."
(2026-01-31). One person killed, 14 hurt in blast in Iranian port of Bandar Abbas: Iranian media. geo.tv 
People walk during a snowfall on a street in Tehran, Iran, January 23, 2026. — ReutersTasnim news agency rejects reports of IRCG official targeting.Iranian media says govt investigation cause of explosion.Blast comes amid heightened tensions Tehran and Washington.At least one…
(2026-01-31). It's not just ICE, it's all 'MAGA' — high schooler run down by right-wing coward. thecanary.co 
It's not just ICE thugs who show contempt for the lives and limbs of those who dare protest against their racist war on peaceful people. It's the whole of MAGA. Video footage from Nebraska shows a red SUV flying a Trump flag drives at and hits a young high-school girl. The victim is flung aside […] | By
(2026-01-31). Science is guesswork: Nobel Prize in Physics winner. ummid.com Sparking a new debate, Nobel Laureate Roy Glauber has asserted that Science is guesswork, not a perfect logic and advised children to continue 'guessing'.
(2026-01-31). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-31). Architect explains why Australian public housing towers should be fixed, not demolished. wsws.org "It appears that the government no longer wants to supply and manage public housing." — Simon Robinson, OFFICE architect.
(2026-01-31). The Two Faces of Latin America. fairobserver.com In the eighth century AD, a North African Muslim population composed of Arabs and Berbers, known as the Moors, invaded and conquered much of the Iberian Peninsula. That is, the current Spain and Portugal. The fact that Portugal expelled the Moors from its territory in 1249, while it took until 1492 for the Spaniards to…
(2026-01-31). Modi ally proposes social media ban for India's teens. tribune.com.pk 
An ally of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed a bill to ban social media for children, as the world's biggest market for Meta and YouTube joins a global debate on the impact of social media on young people's health and safety. | "Not only are our children becoming addicted to social media, but India is also one of the world's largest producers of data for foreign platforms," lawmaker L.S.K. Devarayalu told Reuters on Friday. | "Based on this data, these companies are creating advanced AI systems, effectively turning Indian users into unpaid data providers, while the strategic and economic benefit…
(2026-01-31). Sindh to start urea subsidy payments for wheat farmers from Feb 2. tribune.com.pk 
The Sindh government has decided to provide a subsidy on urea fertiliser to verified wheat farmers under the Sindh Wheat Growers Support Programme, Sindh Minister for Agriculture Sardar Muhammad Bux Khan Mahar said on Saturday. | He said the payment of the subsidy would begin on February 2, 2026, with verified farmers eligible to receive Rs8,000 per acre through Sindh Bank and other designated banks. | The minister said the Agriculture Department had released more than Rs12 billion to Sindh Bank for the second phase of the programme. | Read: Fertiliser use rises despite flood-hit agriculture | A list of 212,17…
(2026-01-31). DRC civilians still bear burnt one year after Goma's fall. independent.co.ug 
GOMA, DRC | Xinhua | One year after Goma, a regional urban hub in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), fell to the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group, the conflict continues to shape daily life in the region. In the early hours of Jan. 27, 2025, M23 rebels took control of large …
(2026-01-31). Russia—Iran close ranks as sanctioned security chief Ali Larijani meets Putin. hindustantimes.com Under mounting U.S. pressure, Russia and Iran are moving visibly closer, with Tehran's top security chief Ali Larijani holding a hastily announced meeting with President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on January 30, according to the Kremlin. The talks come just weeks after Washington hit Larijani with fresh sanctions for allegedly directing a brutal crackdown on nationwide anti‚Äëgovernment protests, which U.S. officials say left large numbers of demonstrators dead and injured. Watch for more…
(2026-01-31). Over 200 dead in Congo coltan mine disaster. geo.tv 
(2026-01-31). Cuban Chapter of the Network of Intellectuals, Artists and Social Movements in Defense of Humanity: Cuba is not a threat to the United States! radiohc.cu The Cuban Chapter of the Network of Intellectuals, Artists, and Social Movements in Defense of Humanity (REDH) issued a strong statement in response to recent declarations by Donald Trump, who described Cuba as an unusual threat to U.S. security to justify his plan to impose tariffs on products from countries that sell or supply oil to the island.
(2026-01-31). High Court orders IGP to clarify whereabouts of missing NUP leader. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has ordered the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to clarify whether the police are holding National Unity Platform (NUP) Vice President for Western Region, Jolly Tukamushaba. The directive was issued by Justice Joyce Kavuma on Friday while hearing an application filed by Tukamushaba's lawyers, …
(2026-01-31). Arab Tel Aviv protest against violence is a test for the entire Israeli public. haaretz.com While the protest remains nonpartisan and civilian-driven, reflecting a simple demand for safety despite little expectation of action from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, it may send a crucial message of sanity in an otherwise insane reality…
(2026-01-31). Brief US government shutdown begins after funding deadline lapses. aljazeera.com US gov't funding impasse driven by Democratic anger over federal agents killing two people during immigration crackdown.
(2026-01-31). Novak Djokovic first to win 400 matches at Grand Slams. ummid.com Serbian star tennis player, Novak Djokovic, Saturday became the first player in the world to secure 400 wins at Grand Slams.
(2026-01-31). Standard Chartered Secures Gov't UGX 2.7TR for Infrastructure. plusnews.ug 
Uganda has secured ‚Ǩ641.1 million (about Shs2.75 trillion) in external financing for three major infrastructure projects after signing financing agreements with Standard Chartered Bank, in a move the government says will accelerate its long-term growth ambitions. The agreements were signed by the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Matia Kasaija, on behalf of the …
(2026-01-31). One year after the Northeast Philly plane crash, 'eerie,' 'devastating' scene still strong in neighbors' memories. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Kimberly Casasola, a senior clerk at Frank Van's Auto Tags, had just left work for the day on Jan. 31, 2025, when she got a panicked phone call from one of her two employees still at the office. | Within five minutes, Casasola returned to the office and was met with a "traumatic" scene after a "The fire, the people on fire, body parts, body fluids," she r…
(2026-01-31). Israeli settlers attack Palestinians in West Bank, torch building, attack residents, Palestinian reports say. haaretz.com Video footage shows unknown individuals approaching the village of Jaba near Ramallah after dark, and a building set on fire. Locals told Haaretz that around twenty settlers were seen gathering in the nearby Gur Aryeh outpost…
(2026-01-31). People across US join general strike against ICE crackdown. newarab.com 
People across the US on Friday abstained from school, work and shopping — and many braved sub-zero temperatures — to protest the hardline government crackdown on immigration. | The " The main organisers were student groups from Minnesota, where earlier in January two local protesters were fatally shot at close range by immigration agents, and where a growing immigr…
(2026-01-31). New rain system to enter Punjab tonight, colder weather likely. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-31). Jonathan Cook: Cheerleading Aggression Against Iran. consortiumnews.com Corporate media doesn't represent humanity's interests. It promotes the interests of billionaires and their hangers-on, who make huge profits from a war machine in constant need of excuses to kill. By Jonathan Cook Jonathan-Cook.net International law is absolutely clear. If…
(2026-01-31). He Witnessed an Earlier Shooting. Feds Arrested Him at the Scene of Alex Pretti's Killing. theintercept.com 
A man who contradicted the government narrative about a prior shooting found himself pinned to the ground and detained after Pretti's death.
(2026-01-31). Google rolls-out 'full length' JEE Main Mock Test: How to try. ummid.com Google has rolled out, what it called, 'full length' JEE Main Mock Test or Practice Papers, through its AI app Gemini AI.
(2026-01-31). US approves multibillion-dollar arms deals to Saudi Arabia, Israel. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the State Dining Room at the White House in Washington, DC, on September 29, 2025. — ReutersState Dept okays $3.8bn sale of 30 attack helicopters to Israel.Also approves $9bn sale to Saudi Arabia for 730…
(2026-01-31). Madison: Nurses Honor Their Union Brother Alex J. Pretti, RN Demand ICE Out! wibailoutpeople.org 
All Photos 1/30/26 at the State Capitol in Madison by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All Photos 1/30/26 at the State Capitol in Madison by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All Photos 1/30/26 at the State Capitol in Madison by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All Photos 1/30/26 at the State Capitol …
(2026-01-31). Carrick calls for calm after flying start to Man Utd reign. tribune.com.pk 
Michael Carrick has warned his Manchester United players not to get carried away by their impressive wins against Manchester City and Arsenal ahead of their match against Fulham on Sunday. | Carrick has made a flying start to his spell as interim manager with a 2-0 victory against City followed by a thrilling 3-2 win at Premier League leaders Arsenal. | After those surprise results against the Premier League's current top two, United will be favoured to see off seventh-placed Fulham at Old Trafford this weekend. | A third successive United victory would equal Ruben Amorim's best league run in a turbulent reign…
(2026-01-31). Iran rebuilds nuclear fortresses right under Trump's nose? Satellite images of Natanz & Isfahan out. hindustantimes.com New satellite images have revealed renewed and suspicious activity at Iran's key nuclear facilities, including Natanz and Isfahan, just months after they were heavily damaged in U.S. and Israeli airstrikes during the June 2025 conflict. Imagery from Planet Labs shows newly constructed roofs covering bombed-out structures, fresh excavation work, and reinforced tunnels—moves experts believe are designed to conceal operations, recover enriched uranium, and rebuild nuclear and missile capabilities. The developments come amid rising Middle East tensions, mounting international pressure on Tehran, and renewed war…
(2026-01-31). As salmon and Delta fish crash, Trump regime approves Sites Reservoir project ROD. indybay.org "Tribal Nations were not meaningfully consulted on a project that directly impacts our waters, sacred places, and our salmon," said Josa Talley, a Karuk Tribal member and Communications and Outreach Coordinator at Save California Salmon. "That alone should have stopped this project. It is reckless to ignore Tribal knowledge and push projects that further destabilize rivers, devastate our already ailing salmon runs and the industries and cultures they sustain, and call it 'progress."
(2026-01-31). Putin Praises Russian Arms Sales Amid Western Pressure. moderndiplomacy.eu Despite geopolitical complexities, tensions, and pressure, Russia earned approximately $15 billion at the closure of 2025, according to a Kremlin report. At the regular session, chaired by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Jan. 30, the Commission on Military and Technical Cooperation with Foreign Countries analyzed the results of its work for 2025 and defined plans …
(2026-01-31). Trump at Davos: War threats and racist rants. iacenter.org By Betsey Piette January 28, 2026 While U.S. President Donald Trump's over an hour-long rambling rant at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 21 provided ample fodder for late-night talk show hosts' comedic content, Trump's fascistic, fact-free speech was no laughing matter. Trump's retreat from his latest tariff threats on European allies opposing the U.S. takeover of Greenland led to initial relief for some imperialist U.S. allies, until he quickly followed up with threats of a possible U.S. pullback from the 76-year-old North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and directed…
(2026-01-31). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-31). Fire spreads in Victoria as heatwave grips Australia's south east, air quality plummets. wsws.org This inferno is tearing through a region that only days earlier had been hit by destructive flash flooding, underscoring the "whiplash" character of climate-driven extremes now confronting Victoria.
(2026-01-31). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-31). India hosts Arab foreign ministers to deepen trade and strategic ties. newarab.com 
India and the United Arab Emirates co-chaired the talks, with foreign ministers and senior officials from all 22 Arab League member states attending. It was the first such gathering in New Delhi that followed a decadelong hiatus since the inaugural forum was held in Bahrain in 2016. | India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said in his opening remarks…
(2026-01-31). Real Madrid to play Benfica again. tribune.com.pk 
Real Madrid were handed a quick rematch with Jose Mourinho's Benfica in the draw for the Champions League play-off round on Friday, while reigning European champions Paris Saint-Germain will face domestic rivals Monaco. | Benfica beat Real 4-2 in their final game of the league phase on Wednesday, with a 98th-minute goal by goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin proving decisive in allowing the Portuguese side to snatch the last play-off spot ahead of Marseille, who were eliminated altogether. | The defeat also nudged Madrid out of the top eight places in the league standings, which give direct access to the last 16, forci…
(2026-01-31). UPDATE 2-Pakistan says 92 militants killed after attacks in Balochistan. devdiscourse.com At least ‚Äå92 militants were killed on Saturday battling Pakistan's security forces in multiple cities across the southwestern province of Balochistan, Pakistan's military said. The military said in a statement that 15 security personnel were also killed during clearance operations, while militants targeted ‚Å civilians in several areas, killing at least 18 people, including women and children.
(2026-01-31). What to know about the partial government shutdown and its impact. whyy.org The That is mostly because the shutdown may not last long. | The House will try to pass funding legislation quickly when lawmakers return Monday, and that would end the shutdown. Congress already has passed half this year's funding bills, ensuring that several im…
(2026-01-31). With Trump's order, the U.S. intensifies its economic war against Cuba. radiohc.cu Following President Donald Trump's executive order, the United States is intensifying its economic war against Cuba, a collective punishment that is illegal under international humanitarian law. | This was denounced by activist Medea Benjamin, co-founder of the pacifist organization CODEPINK, in a video statement sent to Prensa Latina, in which she reacted to the decree signed on January 29 by Trump that would deprive the island of oil supplies by imposing coercive and extraterritorial tariffs on countries that sell or supply the fuel directly or indirectly. | For Benjamin, Trump is "an economic terrorist" who "h…
(2026-01-31). Trump predicts Iran will seek deal. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump predicted on Friday that Iran would seek to negotiate a deal rather than face American military action, despite Tehran warning that its arsenal of missiles would never be up for discussion. | "I can say this, they do want to make a deal," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. Asked if he had given Iran a deadline to enter talks on its nuclear and missile programmes, Trump said "yeah, I have", but refused to say what it was. | "We have a large armada, flotilla, call it whatever you want, heading toward Iran right now," Trump said, referring to a US naval carrier group in waters off Ira…
(2026-01-31). Fond du Lac, WI, January 31, 2026: Worker Community Assembly! No Borders in the Workers' Struggle! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-31). Political parties, tribal elders demand relief for displaced Tirah families. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-31). Two protests in Auckland's CBD monitored by police with cordons, road closures. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ News Hundreds of people gathered at two separate New Zealand protests in Auckland today, prompting police cordons and some road closures. Destiny Church-affiliated Freedom and Rights Coalition protesters gathered at Victoria Park in the late morning, and marched towards Fanshawe Street, where a police cordon had been set up. A second protest took place…
(2026-01-31). US to release 65,000 extra seasonal worker visas for 2026. geo.tv 
(2026-01-31). 'We Are Back in the Middle Ages': How the EU Literally Starves Dissenting Experts Like Jacques Baud. orinocotribune.com By Eva Karene Bartlett — Jan 28, 2026 | No one is safe from the 'Russian propaganda' sanctions — even those who never touch Russian sources. Baud is one of nearly 60 public figures under sanctions from the EU | January 27, 2026, On December 15, 2025, the European Union slapped sanctions on former Swiss intelligence officer and ex-NATO employee Jacques Baud. No day in court, no charges filed, just abrupt, suffocating, sanctions. | Why did the EU sanction Baud? For "Russian propaganda," of course, although many of the so…
(2026-01-31). Myanmar election delivers walkover win for military-backed political party. aljazeera.com Myanmar's military rulers say polls were free and fair as UN reports 170 killed during election period.
(2026-01-31). UPDATE 1-Iraq's Shi'ite bloc reaffirms backing for Maliki despite Trump's warnings. devdiscourse.com (Adds background and quote throughout) Jan 31 (Reuters) -…
(2026-01-31). Elito Revé y su Charangón celebrarán sus 70 años en 2026 con nuevo disco y giras internacionales. radiohc.cu La emblemática agrupación cubana Elito Revé y su Charangón celebrará a lo largo de 2026 los 70 años de su fundación, consolidada como una de las orquestas más influyentes de la música popular del país. La agrupación, creada en 1956 por Elio Revé Matos (1930-1997), mantiene su legado bajo la dirección de su hijo, Elito Revé, quien anunció en exclusiva a la Agencia Cubana de Noticias la preparación de un nuevo disco con temas inéditos, producido por el reconocido músico Alain Pérez, como parte de las actividades conmemorativas. | Elito Revé destacó que se realizarán giras internacionales que incluirán países como M…
(2026-01-31). Concluyó en La Habana proceso de Plenos Extraordinarios del PCC. radiohc.cu 
La Habana acogió la sesión del Pleno Extraordinario de su Comité Provincial del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC), con la cual concluyó el proceso de análisis en todo el país, informó la institución política desde su perfil en Facebook. | El encuentro estuvo encabezado por el primer secretario del Comité Central del PCC y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, junto a Roberto Morales Ojeda, miembro del Buró Político y Secretario de Organización. | En el Pleno se examinaron temas esenciales para el funcionamiento de la organización y se debatieron las potencialidades de los territorios para impulsar el desar…
(2026-01-31). Convocan a dos días de protestas en todo EEUU contra violencia del ICE. cubadebate.cu "No queremos el futuro que nos dicen que debemos aceptar. Tenemos compañeros ausentes, tratan de provocarnos miedo todos los días, no lo vamos a aceptar", declararon Ria y su colega Josie, dos estudiantes de preparatoria en Mineápolis y organizadores del movimiento de oposición en esa ciudad de Minesota, que han captado la atención nacional e internacional.
(2026-01-31). Jefe de Estado cubano constata avances en digitalización en hospital habanero. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel visitó este viernes el Hospital Universitario Clínico Quirúrgico 'Comandante Manuel Fajardo', en el municipio de Plaza de la Revolución, como parte de un recorrido por instituciones de salud de La Habana, cuyo eje común es la transformación digital. | Según el perfil oficial de la Presidencia en X, acompañaron al mandatario, el ministro de Salud Pública, José àÅngel Portal Miranda; la ministra de Comunicaciones, Mayra Arevich, y otros directivos del Ministerio de Salud Pública (MINSAP). | Du…
(2026-01-31). Cuando el secreto se filtra: La ilusión y el costo de la confidencialidad. cubadebate.cu Nos enfrentamos al principio fundacional, al origen mismo del instinto de protección en el ciberespacio: la confidencialidad. Y debemos preguntarnos, en un mundo de vigilancia masiva, fugas de datos y algoritmos que todo lo ven, øsigue siendo este principio un muro infranqueable, o se ha convertido en un colador digital?
(2026-01-31). Declaración del Gobierno Revolucionario: Cuba condena y denuncia nueva escalada del cerco económico de Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno Revolucionario condena en los términos más enérgicos la nueva escalada del gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra Cuba, en su empeño por imponer un cerco absoluto a los suministros de combustible a nuestro país.
(2026-01-31). Declaración de la UPEC: Cinco mentiras para doblegar a Cuba y someter al mundo. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de los Estados Unidos desparrama mentiras salidas de los manuales de las Agencias de inteligencia de los Estados Unidos. Forma parte de una estrategia que busca justificar acciones de mayor calado. Su retórica interviene en los asuntos internos de otras naciones, apelando incluso a intervenciones militares en nombre de la "libertad y la democracia".
(2026-01-31). °Patria o Muerte, Venceremos! es la decisión de Cuba ante nueva escalada del Gobierno de EEUU. radiohc.cu Declaración del Gobierno Revolucionario | El Gobierno Revolucionario condena en los términos más enérgicos la nueva escalada del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra Cuba, en su empeño por imponer un cerco absoluto a los suministros de combustible a nuestro país. | La orden ejecutiva del presidente estadounidense, anunciada el 29 de enero de 2026, declara una supuesta emergencia nacional, en virtud de la cual su gobierno podrá imponer aranceles comerciales a las importaciones de productos provenientes de países que suministren petróleo a Cuba. | Para justificar una acción tan extrema, se esgrime en el texto de l…
(2026-01-31). Casa de las Américas y la Uneac denuncian nueva agresión de EEUU contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu Ante el nuevo intento del Gobierno estadounidense de asfixiar a la Isla, y socavar la cultura de paz del continente, instituciones culturales cubanas denunciaron la orden ejecutiva firmada por el presidente Donald Trump, que define a Cuba como una "amenaza inusual y extraordinaria" contra la seguridad nacional y la política exterior de ese país.
(2026-01-31). Declaración del Gobierno Revolucionario: Cuba condena y denuncia nueva escalada del cerco económico de Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno Revolucionario condena en los términos más enérgicos la nueva escalada del gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra Cuba, en su empeño por imponer un cerco absoluto a los suministros de combustible a nuestro país.
(2026-01-31). Más de 53 000 niños y jóvenes fueron asesinados en América Latina y el Caribe en siete años. cubadebate.cu En América Latina y el Caribe, la violencia sigue siendo una grave amenaza para la vida y el bienestar de millones de menores de edad, advierten la Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS) y el Fondo de la ONU para la Infancia (UNICEF) en una nueva investigación. 53.318 niños y jóvenes fueron víctimas de homicidio en la región entre 2015 y 2022.
(2026-01-31). Italia, junto a Cuba en estos difíciles tiempos. radiohc.cu 
Eventos de reflexión e intercambio, acciones públicas y homenajes, respaldan a la Revolución cubana en Italia, al conmemorarse en estos días el 173 aniversario del natalicio de José Martí el 28 de enero. | Dedicadas también al Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro, en el año de su centenario, las actividades emiten un claro mensaje de rechazo contra el bloqueo criminal que impone Estados Unidos, condenan la política exterior de la Casa Blanca contra los pueblos de América y exigen el cumplimiento de los decretos internacionales como la Carta de la ONU. | De igual forma repudian la invasión militar realizada por efectiv…
(2026-01-31). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-31). Luka Doncic posts 37-point triple-double as Lakers crush Wizards. aljazeera.com Doncic leads the way as LA Lakers beat the 142-111, while New ‚York Knicks overcome Portland Trail Blazers 127-97.