(2026-03-29). I went to CPAC and found Trump supporters unhappy about Iran, Epstein files and the economy, even while the fans at the MAGA conference celebrate his immigration policies. |
(2026-03-28). Thursday 4/2: Webinar: Genocide in International Law and Its Application to Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/reg-O3J……
(2026-03-28). Israel lobby's Green 'WhatsApp antisemitism' smear is itself antisemitic. Again. thecanary.co 
The hard-right, ultra-Zionist and genocide-denying Telegraph's claim of an 'antisemitic' Green party WhatsApp group shows the Israel lobby's desperation to halt the surge of Jewish leader Zack Polanski's party. And it appears, yet again, that the Israel lobby has no qualms about being antisemitic in its tactics. Green activists called Jews 'abominations' in leaked WhatsApp […] | By
(2026-03-28). Saturday 4/18: End the Medical Apartheid in Israeli Prisons! Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya! Free Them All! indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5wfGfiVZSCqA……
(2026-03-29). Hundreds of Israelis protest against war, clash with police. tribune.com.pk 
Hundreds gathered in Tel Aviv and some other Israeli cities on Saturday to protest the war in the Middle East, in unauthorised demonstrations that security forces sought to disperse. | Weekly protests against the war launched by Israel and the United States against Iran on February 28 have been taking place in Tel Aviv and elsewhere, initially drawing only a few dozen participants. | Numbers now appear to be rising, though they are far from the tens of thousands who filled the streets last year to protest the war in Gaza. | BREAKING | Several arrests were made at a massive anti-war protest in Tel Aviv, as anti…
(2026-03-29). With Gaza Still Under Blockade, Recycling Has Become a Matter of Life and Death. truthout.org Gaza has long been described as an "open-air prison." The more I reflect on the term, the more it feels like a painful truth rather than mere hollow rhetoric. A suffocating blockade has been imposed for decades, with two border crossings sealed shut depending on the political climate and circumstances, often leaving no feasible exit for patients seeking medical referrals or students hoping to… |
(2026-03-29). Houthis say they launched second attack on Israel in less than 24 hours. al-monitor.com CAIRO, March 28 (Reuters) – Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said they carried out a second attack on Israel in less than 24 hours using missiles and drones, and vowed to continue military operations in the coming days, the group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said in a televised speech.The Houthis' entry into the conflict adds to regional tensions, particularly given their ability to strike targets far beyond Yemen and disrupt shipping lanes around the Arabian Peninsula and the Red Sea, as they did in support of Hamas in Gaza following the October 7, 2023, attacks.
(2026-03-29). Pakistan to host Saudi, Turkey, Egypt for talks on Mideast war. al-monitor.com Pakistan's prime minister said he had a "detailed" call with Iran's president on Saturday, as foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey gathered in Islamabad for talks on the war in the Middle East.The diplomats were due to attend talks Sunday and Monday "on a range of issues, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region", the Pakistan foreign ministry said.Shehbaz Sharif's government has emerged as a key facilitator between Iran and the United States as their war drags on, serving as an intermediary for messages between the two sides.
(2026-03-29). Trump's new claim: They wanted me to be Iran's New Supreme Leader. ummid.com In another seemingly bizarre claim, US President Donald Trump Wednesday March 25, 2026 said the 'Iranian leadership' with whom his administration is in talks proposed to even making him the New Supreme Leader of the country.
(2026-03-29). Iran claims aluminium plant attacks in Gulf as Houthis join war. al-monitor.com Iran claimed on Sunday attacks on two major aluminium plants in the Gulf, further raising the economic stakes of the Middle East war after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis joined the conflict.The war that began on February 28 with US-Israeli attacks on Iran has mushroomed throughout the region, sending world energy markets into a tailspin and threatening to torpedo the global economy.With the official status of talks between Washington and Tehran uncertain, daily salvoes of strikes across the region have continued unabated.
(2026-03-29). War on Iran during nuclear negotiations undermines the US's ability to talk peace around the world ‚àí and the effects won't end when Trump leaves office. |
(2026-03-29). strike a deal with current leaders, opposition figure Pahlavi warns. al-monitor.com By Nathan LayneGRAPEVINE, Texas, March 28 (Reuters) – Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi on Saturday warned that negotiating for peace with the current leaders of Iran would only push the threat to Americans down the road, and said he would once again call for Iranians to protest in the streets.
(2026-03-29). Iran says US planning ground attack despite diplomacy claims. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday accused the United States of plotting a ground attack on Iran while publicly claiming to pursue diplomacy, as thousands of American Marines arrived in the Middle East amid escalating regional tensions. | "The enemy publicly sends messages of negotiation and dialogue while secretly planning a ground attack," Ghalibaf said in a statement carried by Iran's official IRNA news agency. | His remarks came as Washington deployed additional military forces to the region, fuelling speculation that the conflict could expand further despite ongoing diplomatic me…
(2026-03-29). Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars. tribune.com.pk 
Pope Leo said on Sunday that God rejects the prayers of leaders who start wars and have "hands full of blood", in unusually forceful remarks as the Iran war entered its second month. | Addressing tens of thousands in St Peter's Square on Palm Sunday, the celebration that opens the holy week leading up to Easter for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, the pontiff called the conflict "atrocious" and said Jesus cannot be used to justify any wars. | "This is our God: Jesus, King of Peace, who rejects war, whom no one can use to justify war," Leo, the first US pope, told crowds in brilliant sunshine. | Read: Pope Le…
(2026-03-29). Iran Nobel winner Ebadi faces backlash over support for son of ousted shah. al-monitor.com Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Shirin Ebadi was facing a fierce backlash Saturday from some Iranians for joining a transitional body the son of Iran's ousted shah hopes will smooth his path to return to Iran.Reza Pahlavi, whose father Mohammad Reza was brought down by the 1979 Islamic revolution, has repeatedly said he is ready to lead a transition if the Islamic republic falls in the now month-long war against the US and Israel.
(2026-03-29). Venezuelan Flag Flies Again at US Embassy. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Following the failed 2019 US-led regime-change operation with Juan Guaidó as the face, the embassy and eight consulates of Venezuela in the US were illegally removed from the control of Venezuelan authorities and transferred to US-authorized f…
(2026-03-29). Lucrative bets that anticipated Trump's policy surprises warrant scrutiny, experts say. tribune.com.pk 
Well-timed trades ahead of US President Donald Trump's major policy surprises during his second term have potentially led to millions of dollars in profits for unknown traders, leading some legal experts to say they should be investigated to protect fair markets and ascertain whether information is leaking. | A Reuters review of trading ahead of major Trump administration decisions on tariffs, Venezuela and Iran that led to significant market moves showed at least four instances where the legal experts said it appeared investors knew what would happen shortly before it did. The trades occurred on different typ…
(2026-03-29). Over 3,500 More US Troops Arrive in Middle East as Iran War Continues to Escalate. news.antiwar.com While the administration continues to downplay the possibility of boots on the ground in Iran, large numbers of US ground troops continue to conspicuously arrive in the Middle East, with over 3,500 additional troops reported by Central Command (CENTCOM) to have arrived Saturday. A substantial majority of the new arrivals were US Marines aboard the …
(2026-03-29). War in the Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war: – Pentagon readying for ground operations: report -The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran ⚪ potentially including raids on Kharg Island and coastal sites near the Strait of Hormuz ⚪ though US President Donald Trump has yet to approve any deployment, the Washington Post reported Saturday.Any ground operation would stop short of a full-scale invasion, instead involving raids by special operations forces and conventional infantry troops,…
(2026-03-29). Two India-bound LPG tankers clear Strait of Hormuz, Indian govt says. tribune.com.pk 
Two India-bound liquefied petroleum gas tankers carrying about 94,000 metric tons of the cooking gas have safely transited the Strait of Hormuz and are heading towards India, the Indian government said on Sunday. | The carriers BW Tyr and BW Elm are expected to arrive in Mumbai on March 31 and New Mangalore on April 1 respectively, the petroleum ministry said in a statement. | The US-Israeli war against Iran has all but halted shipping through the strait, but Iran has said "non-hostile vessels" may transit the waterway if they coordinate with Iranian authorities. | Read More: Trump calls Strait of Hormuz the '
(2026-03-29). The Hormuz Effect: Why Your South Mumbai Flat Will Get Pricier. ummid.com Even if the Gulf war ends tomorrow, the Strait of Hormuz opens and shipping resumes normally, the additional real estate costs will not reduce immediately.
(2026-03-29). Ship insurers juggle war risks for perilous Gulf route. al-monitor.com Iranian forces' threat to ships in the crucial Strait of Hormuz has driven up payments for the insurance that underpins the world freight industry.Here are facts and figures about how maritime insurance works ⚪ and the impact from the war sparked by US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which has virtually cut off shipping in the strait.- Insurance available -…
(2026-03-29). Iran moves to make Strait of Hormuz control permanent — and Washington can't stop it. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-03-29). Iran warns of potential strikes on industrial sites in Israel, Gulf states. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian media on Sunday published a list of industrial facilities in Israel and five Gulf countries that Tehran warned could be targeted in potential attacks. | According to an Anadolu correspondent, the list included details of major steel and industrial companies, including Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed) in Saudi Arabia, Emirates Steel Arkan in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar Steel, Foulath Holding in Bahrain, the United Steel Industrial Company in Kuwait, and Yehuda Steel in Israel. | On Friday, Majid Mousavi, commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force, threatened a "tit-for-tat" retaliation following US-…
(2026-03-29). Iran warns of strikes on US-linked universities in region after campus bombings. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has threatened retaliation against US university campuses in the Middle East, saying US and Israeli strikes have destroyed two Iranian universities. | In a statement carried by the Fars news agency, closely linked to the IRGC, it warned that US universities in the region could be targeted unless Washington issues an official condemnation of the bombings by noon on Monday, March 30. | "We advise all employees, professors, and students of American universities in the region and residents of their surrounding areas to stay a kilometre away from campuses." | üö® FRO…
(2026-03-29). Middle East Tensions Escalate: Yemeni Houthis Target Israel. devdiscourse.com The risk of an expanded conflict involving Iran has increased as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched their first attacks on Israel. U.S. forces have been dispatched to the Middle East amidst these escalations. The conflict, which started with U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, has spread, impacting the global economy significantly.
(2026-03-29). Houthis strike at Israel in their first such attack since Iran war began. al-monitor.com By Menna AlaaElDin, Nayera Abdallah and Humeyra PamukCAIRO/DUBAI, March 28 (Reuters) – Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched missiles at Israel on Saturday, their first such attack since the start of the Iran war, heightening the risk that a conflict now in its fifth week could expand further across the region.Speaking before the strike, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States expected to conclude military operations within weeks. The Houthis said they would continue their operations until the "aggression" on all fronts ended.
(2026-03-29). Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region. al-monitor.com By Menna AlaaElDin, Nayera Abdallah and Humeyra PamukCAIRO/DUBAI, March 29 (Reuters) – The risk of an expanded Iran war grew on Saturday as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis on Saturday launched their first attacks on Israel since the start of the conflict, even as additional U.S. forces reached the Middle East.
(2026-03-29). Ukraine treads tightrope with Gulf arms deals. al-monitor.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday that his country had "undoubtedly changed the geopolitical situation" in the Middle East with a series of decade-long defence agreements with Gulf states being hit with Iranian drones and missiles.Has he? And how important are the agreements for Ukraine, more than four years into the Russian invasion and facing its own maelstrom of military, economic and diplomatic challenges?
(2026-03-29). How do Israel and Iran's nuclear status differ under international law? |
(2026-03-29). One month into Iran war, only hard choices for Trump. tribune.com.pk 
With global energy prices up and his job approval ratings down, US President Donald Trump faces stark choices after a month of war against Iran: cut a potentially flawed deal and get out, or escalate militarily and risk a prolonged conflict that could consume his presidency. | Despite a flurry of diplomatic activity, Trump ends another week of the joint US-Israeli campaign struggling to contain a widening Middle East crisis as a defiant Iran maintains a chokehold on Gulf oil and gas shipments and continues missile and drone strikes across the region. | The central question now, say analysts, is whether Trump i…
(2026-03-29). Dar says Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Egypt back dialogue as only way to 'permanently end' US-Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that foreign ministers from Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt have expressed full support for dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path to an early and permanent resolution of the US-Israel-Iran conflict. | Addressing a media briefing on the quadrilateral FMs meeting, FM Dar described the gathering of regional foreign ministers as a "very detailed and in-depth discussion" on the current situation in the Middle East. | He said the foreign minister expressed concern over the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict on lives and liveli…
(2026-03-29). Iran Guards say struck Bahrain, UAE aluminium plants. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Sunday they launched missile and drone strikes on aluminium plants in Bahrain and the UAE over the weekend, targeting what they described as industries linked to the US military. | In a statement carried by Iranian state broadcaster IRIB, the Guards said they hit an aluminium facility in the UAE and Aluminium Bahrain's main plant, calling both sites "industries affiliated with and connected to the US military and aerospace sectors in the region". | Read: Middle East conflict widens as Houthis hit Israel, US prepares for possible ground war | The IRGC said the strikes were retal…
(2026-03-29). Iran shuts down Tehran cafe chain over cup designs. al-monitor.com Iranian authorities have ordered the closure of a popular chain of Tehran cafes over designs on its takeaway cups deemed to be referring to the killing of supreme leader Ali Khamenei at the start of the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic, media reports said Saturday.
(2026-03-29). Israeli police block Catholic cardinal from Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli police prevented the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem from marking Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre "for the first time in centuries," the Patriarchate said, with police citing security concerns linked to the Iran war. | Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa and Friar Francesco Ielpo were stopped by police while walking to the church, built on the site where Christians believe Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead, the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said. | "As a result, and for the first time in centuries, the Heads of the Church were prevented from celebrating t…
(2026-03-29). Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with Saudi Arabia, PM Shehbaz assures Saudi FM. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday assured Pakistan's full and unwavering solidarity and support for Saudi Arabia during a meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. | The Saudi foreign minister called on the premier at the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad following meetings of foreign ministers from four regional countries — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt — to discuss the evolving regional situation amid the US-Israel and Iran conflict. | According to a statement by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on X, PM Shehbaz reaffirmed Pakistan's steadfas…
(2026-03-29). U.S. landmine attack on Iranian village is a war crime. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-03-29). Netanyahu orders expansion of security buffer zone in southern Lebanon. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he had instructed the military to further expand the existing security buffer zone in southern Lebanon, vowing to fundamentally change the ‚Å security situation there. | "I have just instructed to further expand the existing security buffer zone. We are determined to fundamentally change the situation in the north," Netanyahu said in a ‚Å video statement from the Northern Co…
(2026-03-29). Explore: Most comprehensive images of Saturn to date. ummid.com NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and Hubble Space Telescope have released never seen before images of planet Saturn and its glowing rings.
(2026-03-29). Momin, Philippe star in Multan Sultans' first win. tribune.com.pk 
Josh Philippe's 35-ball 55, Ashton Turner's unbeaten 43 off 28 and Momin Qamar's 3-24 powered Multan Sultans to a five-wicket win over Islamabad United as they chased the 172-run target in 18.4 overs to register their first win in the HBL Pakistan Super League 11 here at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday night. | Coming in at 16 for one in the third over, Philippe joined forces with skipper Steven Smith to put the chase on the track with a 45-run stand for the second wicket. The pair took Mohammad Salman Mirza to cleaners, smashing three sixes in a 21-run fourth over. | Philippe then collected two more…
(2026-03-29). Colonizers have hidden Algeria's state tradition. uwidata.com By Sahifa Sharif, archeologist All colonial societies aimed for one thing and only one thing, erase the identities of colonized countries and diminish their civilization to the animal rank, France was not against this ideology, it was one of the countries that celebrate this unhuman ideology and even practiced it in the field. The colonization …
(2026-03-29). Cristiano Ronaldo is back in Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who is also the skipper of Saudi FC Al-Nassr, is back to Saudi Arabia after medical treatment in Madrid, Spain.
(2026-03-29). Had Israel Never Been Created. ummid.com Imagining a world in which the Balfour Declaration was never issued in 1917 and the State of Israel never emerged in 1948 requires re-examining the entire geopolitical architecture of the modern Middle East.
(2026-03-29). North Korea develops ballistic missile that can reach the US. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of a new solid-fuel, high-thrust rocket engine on Sunday. The engine could be used in a new ballistic missile, which could potentially reach the United States.The official Korean news agency, Yonhap, described the event as a significant step in bolstering the country's strategic military capabilities.According to the agency, Kim attended the ground test of the improved engine using composite carbon fibers, which had a maximum thrust of 2,500 kilotons, compared to about 1,971 kilotons, which was recorded in a previous test of a similar solid-fuel engine las…
(2026-03-29). BMA to deal decisively with wrongdoers. sanews.gov.za BMA to deal decisively with wrongdoers | Ahead of the Easter Holiday period, the Border Management Authority (BMA) has issued a stern warning to travellers and officials that any involvement in illegal activities will be detected and met with decisive consequences. ⚪ "We issue a stern warning to travellers and officials that any involvement in illegal activities will be detected and met with decisive consequences," BMA Commissioner Dr. Michael Masiapato said on Sunday. | Earlier this month, the BMA announced that it had dismissed more than 50 immigration officials found to be involved in corrupt activities at po…
(2026-03-29). Are DDR5 RAM prices down? Reports reveal first drop in months. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – RAM prices recently sparked concern and chaos among tech enthusiasts after a sharp increase driven by massive demand for AI infrastructure, affecting prices in PC and console gaming. However, reports indicate that things have taken a turn for the better with claims that Google's TurboQuant is behind it. According to Wccftech, Corsair Vengeance RAM sticks dropped in price from online vendors such as Amazon and Newegg.Several "CORSAIR Vengeance RGB DDR5 RAM" models saw price drops of $40 to $100. For example, a 32 GB kit went down from $409.99 to $369.99. Another one dropped from $505.99 to $369.99. Whil…
(2026-03-29). PIA restarts Islamabad-London service with inaugural flight. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has resumed its London flight operations after a gap of six years on Sunday, restoring a long-standing route between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. | The airline's first flight, PK-785, departed from Islamabad to London carrying 325 passengers. The flight was seen off by Defence Secretary Lieutenant General (retd) Muhammad Ali and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott. | A simple but dignified ceremony was held at Islamabad airport before departure, attended by PIA Consortium Chairman Arif Habib and senior aviation officials. | Read: PIA to resume direct London flights…
(2026-03-29). Karachi police detain six Sindh nationalist leaders outside press club. tribune.com.pk 
Karachi Police's South Zone on Sunday detained six leaders of the Jeay Sindh Qaumi Mahaz — Bashir Qureshi group — outside the Karachi Press Club, citing security concerns and enforcement of Section 144 in the Red Zone. | According to police officials, Section 144, which prohibits public gatherings, has been imposed in the area due to heightened security alerts. Authorities said they had received information that the group was planning a gathering, which could potentially disrupt law and order. | Police had already deployed security arrangements around the press club. As members of the Bashir Qureshi…
(2026-03-29). Security forces defuse 8 IEDs on Quetta—Karachi highway, averting major attack. tribune.com.pk 
Security forces defused eight improvised explosive devices (IEDs) discovered beneath a bridge on the Quetta—Karachi national highway in Balochistan's Surab district on Sunday, officials said, averting a potential large-scale attack. | The explosives, concealed inside drums and weighing more than 300 kilograms in total, were recovered during an intelligence-based operation, according to security sources. | "The explosives were hidden under the bridge in a highly concealed manner, indicating a significant destructive capacity," a senior security official told The Express Tribune on condition of anonymity.
(2026-03-29). Shabbir Ansari: A Beacon of Equality and Justice No More. ummid.com Remembering Shabbir Ansari today is not merely an act of mourning, it is a call to continue the struggle he devoted his life to — a struggle against both caste and communalism, against invisibility and exclusion.
(2026-03-29). Adnan, Ashraf, Azim, Fatema among JAM 2026 Toppers, check full list. ummid.com Syed Adnan Shafi, Afimol Ashraf, Ryan Azim Shaikh, Muskan Fatema, and Arisha Tauqeer are among the JAM 2026 toppers the list of which was released by the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) Thursday.
(2026-03-29). KV Admission 2026: Registration Steps. ummid.com Online registration for admission in Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27 has started from Friday March 20, 2026.
(2026-03-29). OFSS Bihar Inter Admission 2026: Online Application Starts Soon. ummid.com The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has launched the Online Facilitation System for Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info) for Class 11 Admission 2026 and announced to start the Online Application process soon.
(2026-03-29). Gujarat Uniform Civil Code defies principles of inheritance: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com Announcing to challenge the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) before Supreme Court of India, Jamiat Ulama i Hind said the newly passed legislation nullifies the Muslim Personal laws and defies the principles of inheritance.
(2026-03-29). Protesters march in London to oppose the rise of political right. al-monitor.com LONDON, March 28 (Reuters) – Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of central London on Saturday for a "March to Stop the Far Right" with many demonstrators decrying the right-wing Reform UK party of Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage, which is topping opinion polls.Backed by trade unions and civil society groups, the Together Alliance demonstration looked set to be one of the biggest in the British capital in recent years with about 30,000 people expected to take part, according to a police official.
(2026-03-29). Pentagon preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, Washington Post reports. al-monitor.com March 28 (Reuters) – The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, the Washington Post reported Saturday, citing U.S. officials.The plans could involve raids by Special Operations and conventional infantry troops,…
(2026-03-29). High-Stakes Showdown in TTAADC Elections: Diverse Political Drama Unfolds. devdiscourse.com The upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections on April 12 are set to be a multi-corner fight, with major political contenders like the BJP, Tipra Motha Party (TMP), CPI(M), and Congress all vying for seats. The BJP and TMP have fielded candidates across all the 28 seats independently as negotiations for a seat-sharing arrangement failed. Meanwhile, the CPI(M) and Congress are contesting in 27 and 25 seats respectively, adding to the electoral melee.
(2026-03-29). CaratLane Expands Global Footprint: New Stores and Overseas Ventures. devdiscourse.com CaratLane, the Tata Group-supported jewellery brand, is set to significantly expand its retail presence by adding 40 new stores in the upcoming financial year, of which 10% will be company-owned, according to Saumen Bhaumik, Managing Director.
(2026-03-29). Seven injured after car hits pedestrians in UK's Derby city, police say. tribune.com.pk 
A man has been arrested after seven people were injured when a car hit pedestrians in the central English city of Derby on Saturday night, the police said on Sunday, adding the force was "keeping an open mind" about the motive. | The incident occurred at 2130 GMT. All seven people suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries and were treated at the scene before being taken to the hospital. | Police said officers stopped the vehicle believed to be involved shortly after the incident and arrested the driver, a man in his 30s, who remains in custody. | The man, originally from India, was arrested on suspici…
(2026-03-29). French police foil Paris bomb attack outside US bank. al-monitor.com French police stopped an apparent bomb attack outside a US bank in Paris early Saturday when they arrested a person about to set off a homemade explosive device, officials and sources close to the case told AFP.The incident occurred around 3: 30 am (0130 GMT) in front of a Bank of America building in the chic 8th arrondissement, a couple of streets from the Champs-Elysees.Police grabbed the suspect just after he placed a device, made of five litres of liquid (1.3 US gallons), believed to be fuel, and an ignition system, one of the sources said.
(2026-03-29). Nuestra América Convoy Ships Arrive in Cuba After Days Without Communication (+US Extrajudicial Killings). orinocotribune.com The sailboats Friendship and Tiger Moth entered the port of Havana on Saturday, March 28, the last two members of the international solidarity convoy to Cuba, Nuestra América, to do so. Their arrival came after days of uncertainty and a coordinated search by specialized agencies from Mexico and Cuba, as unfavorable weather conditions and adverse winds caused significant delays and a total loss of communication. | The two vessels, which departed from Mexico's Isla Mujeres on March 20, entered Havana Bay through its entrance channel at 4: 00 p.m. local time on Saturday, assisted by harbor pilots. On board each boat…
(2026-03-29). Modi's Foreign Policy: From Strategic Autonomy to Enforced Submission. ummid.com Far from leading the world, India today risks dissolving its independent voice within the very power structures it once sought to challenge.
(2026-03-29). Teen Prodigy Kimi Antonelli Sets New F1 Record. devdiscourse.com Kimi Antonelli achieved a remarkable milestone on Sunday by claiming victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, driving for Mercedes. This win catapults the 19-year-old into the annals of Formula One history as the youngest ever championship leader.
(2026-03-29). Armenia: Trump's new geopolitical pawn? strategic-culture.su The United States continues advancing its anti-Russian strategy in the Caucasus. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | In March 2026, a…
(2026-03-29). Petrol: Now you see it, now you don't. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-29). Martin wins US MotoGP sprint. tribune.com.pk 
Jorge Martin won the U.S. MotoGP sprint in Austin on Saturday while Aprilia Racing teammate and championship leader Marco Bezzecchi crashed and failed to finish a sprint for the second time this season. | Martin overtook Francesco Bagnaia during the final lap at the Circuit of the Americas where he made a move at turn 12 before crossing the line in 20 minutes 19.546 seconds, winning by 0.755 seconds. | "I never thought, when I was starting the season in ‚Å Thailand, that after three rounds I would be winning races again. So it's unbelievable," Martin said after a record-extending 17th sprint…
(2026-03-29). Prevention that pays: Stop ranking children and start understanding them. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-29). Monitoring Drought and Groundwater from Space. wattsupwiththat.com By precisely tracking these changes, GRACE FO allows scientists to map how water moves across the planet…
(2026-03-29). Kerala CM Defends LDF's Stand Against Communalism Amid UDF Allegations. devdiscourse.com Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has strongly reiterated the Communist Party of India (Marxist)'s steadfast position against communalism, while countering accusations made by the United Democratic Front (UDF) of covert alliances with the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) ahead of the upcoming assembly polls.
(2026-03-29). Lebanon kids struggle to keep up studies as war slams school doors shut. al-monitor.com In a classroom turned shelter for displaced families, teenager Ahmad Melhem follows a recorded lesson on a tablet as the war between Hezbollah and Israel interrupts education for hundreds of thousands of students in Lebanon."I don't want to regret not finishing my studies despite the difficult circumstances," said Melhem, whose family was displaced from Beirut's southern suburbs, the site of repeated Israeli bombardment."We took a risk and went back to get schoolbooks," he told AFP.
(2026-03-29). Cristiano Ronaldo Jr begins 8-week trial with Real Madrid. ummid.com Legendary Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, has begun trial with Real Madrid's youth system.
(2026-03-29). The Essential Elements of a Truly Low Maintenance Backyard. moguldom.com The Essential Elements of a Truly Low-Maintenance Backyard Most of us buy a home dreaming of a private escape—a place where we can actually sit down, kick back, and recharge. But the reality of the traditional American backyard often tells a different story. Between the thirsty, oversized lawns and the high-strung ornamental gardens, many yards …
(2026-03-29). How Maryland's Medical Examiner Helped Conceal Suspicious Deaths. truthout.org Nearly 20 years ago, I stepped into the downtown Baltimore office of an obscure state official named Dr. David Fowler. He was lanky, affable, with an Afrikaner accent that alluded to his South African roots. He was also the state's chief medical examiner, the man who determined the fate of all cases of suspicious deaths across the state. I had no idea at the time, but roughly two decades… |
(2026-03-29). Why USCIFR recommends ban on Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. ummid.com The USCIRF is calling for a ban on the RSS and the need for such a strong move now, but the first person to realise and ban this organization was India's first Home Minister and Deputy prime Minister Sardar Patel.
(2026-03-29). SAPS seize counterfeit goods worth over R160 million. sanews.gov.za SAPS seize counterfeit goods worth over R160 million | Police operations have led to the seizure of counterfeit goods worth more than R160 million across various parts of the country. ⚪ "This week, police collectively seized counterfeit goods worth more than R160 million during multiple takedown operations in different parts of the country. The National Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Unit led a joint takedown operation in Bellville on Tuesday, 24 March 2026, which resulted in the seizure of counterfeit goods worth more than R117 million," the South African Police Service (SAPS) said in a statement on Saturday. ⚪ …
(2026-03-29). Sabalenka Dominates Miami Open: Claims Sunshine Double Glory. devdiscourse.com Aryna Sabalenka displayed her dominance on the court with a compelling 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 victory over Coco Gauff, securing her second straight Miami Open title on Sunday. With this win, Sabalenka becomes the first player since Iga Swiatek in 2022 to complete the celebrated Sunshine Double. She now joins the ranks of tennis greats like Steffi Graf, Kim Clijsters, Victoria Azarenka, and Swiatek as the fifth woman to achieve this milestone.
(2026-03-29). Israeli strike kills three journalists in south Lebanon. al-monitor.com An Israeli strike killed three journalists Saturday in south Lebanon, including a well-known reporter for Hezbollah's Al Manar network, with Lebanese authorities denouncing the attack as a "war crime".The Israeli military confirmed killing Al Manar correspondent Ali Shoeib, accusing him of having "operated within the Hezbollah terrorist organisation under the guise of a journalist".
(2026-03-29). Rajasthan 10th Result 2026: Steps, Links to Check. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) is set to declare on its official website rajresults.nic.in the result of Class 10 or SSC Matric 2026 exams today i.e. Tuesday March 24, 2026.
(2026-03-29). Lightning bolts on Jupiter pack more than 100 times the power of Earth's flashes. wattsupwiththat.com Studying storms on other planets sheds light on storms on our planet, which are still not completely understood…
(2026-03-29). 'Kuffiyehs in Buchenwald' campaign challenges Germany's anti-Palestinian culture of remembrance. mondoweiss.net 
Since October 7, the Palestinian kuffiyeh has been criminalized by German authorities and institutions out of support for Israel and Zionism. A new campaign is challenging this "hypocritical and deceitful 'culture of remembrance.'"
(2026-03-29). Syria says repelled drone attack from Iraq on US base. tribune.com.pk 
Syria's assistant defence minister said Sunday that his country's forces had repelled a drone attack from neighbouring Iraq targeting one of Syria's last US military bases. | "Earlier today, the US base in Qasrak, located on our territory, was attacked by four drones launched from Iraqi territory," Sipan Hamo said on X, adding that "the drones were shot down without casualties". | "We hold Iraq responsible and call upon it to prevent the recurrence of attacks that threaten our stability." | The attack came a day after Syria's army said it repelled another drone attack from Iraq aimed at al-Tanf, a base in the…
(2026-03-29). A Texas City Faces Water Crisis As Big Oil And Gas Use Most of It. truthout.org When Thiago Campos bought the Mr. Fancy Pants Carwash business in Corpus Christi, Texas, three years ago, he wasn't thinking about drought. He was familiar with varnishes and waxes and enjoyed figuring out which kind of soap would best remove local dirt. "I'm a chemical engineer," Campos said. "I felt like the carwash matched my skill set." But Mr. Fancy Pants, with its two locations… |
(2026-03-29). Two Rahmani 30 students secure fully funded MBBS admissions in Turkey, Italy. ummid.com Two students of Rahmani30, Mohammad Rehan Shahid and Md Rayhan Perwez, have secured fully funded MBBS admissions to medical universities in Turkey and Italy through competitive scholarship-based selection processes.
(2026-03-29). Helplines buzz with alerts from seafarers trapped in war. al-monitor.com Seafarers' helplines say they are overwhelmed with messages from crews stuck in the Gulf by the Middle East war, desperately seeking repatriation, compensation and onboard supplies."Writing to urgently inform you that our vessel is currently facing a critical situation regarding provisions and one crew health conditions," read an email from one seafarer on March 24 to the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF)'s Seafarer Support team.
(2026-03-29). Govt calls notification on 'weekend lockdown' fake. tribune.com.pk 
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Sunday rejected a widely circulated notification claiming a complete lockdown across the country on weekends, terming it as fake. | In a post on its official fact-checker account on X, the ministry shared the viral notification stamped with the word "fake" to counter misinformation spreading on social media. | "Avoid sharing fake news and false posts. Be a responsible citizen and only trust verified sources,"
(2026-03-29). Easing Sanctions On Iranian Oil – A Pragmatic Move? ummid.com The decision last week by the United States to temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil shipments already at sea sparked immediate reactions.
(2026-03-29). Is Mohamed Salah next soccer star to join Saudi Pro League? ummid.com Speculations are rife that Egyptian footballer, Mohamed Salah, who is currently playing for Liverpool FC could be the next soccer star to join Saudi Pro League.
(2026-03-29). Climate Fact-Check February 2026. wattsupwiththat.com This compilation serves as a fact check on the top false claims made about climate change by the media in February, 2026.
(2026-03-29). SA's power grid continues to show stability. sanews.gov.za SA's power grid continues to show stability | South Africa's power grid has continued to show stability, with Eskom recording over 300 days without load shedding. ⚪ "South Africa's power grid continues to demonstrate a sustained period of stability, with Eskom's generation fleet delivering consistent improvements and strong operational performance," the power utility said. | In a statement on Friday, Eskom said the country has experienced 315 consecutive days without an interruption in supply. Only 26 hours of load shedding were recorded in April and May 2025. ⚪ Eskom said the progress made is driven by the Gen…
(2026-03-29). Man City close in on WSL title. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-29). People die while companies profit. strategic-culture.su By Rebecca GORDON | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | As Concentration Camps Metastasize Across the U.S. | The March 4, 2026, edition…
(2026-03-29). Pakistan Idol faces legal challenge amid payment disputes and production uncertainty. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-29). Manila, Beijing resume talks on South China Sea, energy security. al-monitor.com MANILA/HANOI, March 28 (Reuters) – The Philippines and China have resumed high-level talks this week over the disputed South China Sea, exploring preliminary steps toward oil and gas cooperation while addressing energy and fertilizer supply issues amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, the Philippine foreign ministry said.The 11th round of talks under a bilateral consultation mechanism established in 2017 was the first such meeting since January 2025.
(2026-03-29). PM Modi Hails Water Conservation Success Across India. devdiscourse.com In the onset of summer, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the nation to renew its commitment to water conservation during the 132nd episode of his monthly radio program, 'Mann Ki Baat'. He lauded the impact of campaigns over the years that have raised awareness about this critical issue.
(2026-03-29). Son of ousted shah wins ovation from US conservatives. al-monitor.com The exiled son of Iran's last shah, Reza Pahlavi, earned thunderous applause from a packed conference hall of US conservatives on Saturday as he urged Washington to press its military campaign against Tehran.Speaking to a raucous audience in Texas, Pahlavi cast the war as a historic opportunity to topple Iran's clerical leadership, drawing cheers with a vision of his country transformed from an adversary of the United States into an ally.
(2026-03-29). Nuestra América Convoy Ships Arrive in Cuba After Days Without Communication (+US Extrajudicial Killings). orinocotribune.com The sailboats Friendship and Tiger Moth entered the port of Havana on Saturday, March 28, the last two members of the international solidarity convoy to Cuba, Nuestra América, to do so. Their arrival came after days of uncertainty and a coordinated search by specialized agencies from Mexico and Cuba, as unfavorable weather conditions and adverse winds caused significant delays and a total loss of communication. | The two vessels, which departed from Mexico's Isla Mujeres on March 20, entered Havana Bay through its entrance channel at 4: 00 p.m. local time on Saturday, assisted by harbor pilots. On board each boat…
(2026-03-29). The US-Israel Alliance Exists To Fix The Problems Created By Its Existence. thealtworld.com The US-Israel alliance exists to fix the problems created by its existence. | The US and Israel have sown death and destruction throughout the middle east for generations, creating generation after generation of survivors who hate them and want them gone, and then it cites the existence of people who hate them and want them gone as the reason why the US needs to keep supporting Israel. | The US needs to help Israel harm people or else the people who are mad about being harmed might harm Israelis. It's circular reasoning all the way through. | Ask an American Israel supporter why it benefits the US to defend Israe…
(2026-03-29). Anti-Trump 'No Kings' rallies pop up in thousands of US cities. tribune.com.pk 
Demonstrators decrying US President Donald Trump's aggressive deportation efforts, war in Iran and other policies took to city streets across the country on Saturday in the third round of the "No Kings" rallies. | More than 3,200 events had been planned in all 50 states, after the two previous nationwide events attracted millions of participants. | Large rallies took place in New York, Dallas, Philadelphia and Washington, but two-thirds of No Kings events were happening outside major cities, a nearly 40% jump for smaller communities from the movement's first mobilization last June, o…
(2026-03-29). Masoud Barzani's residency targeted with a drone attack. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Air defenses destroyed a drone near the residence of the leader of the Iraqi Kurdish ruling party, Masoud Barzani, in Erbil, Reuters reported early Sunday, citing security sources.Security sources revealed on Saturday that a drone attack targeted the house of Barzani, the president of the Kurdistan Region.The incident comes amid tensions across the region.
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(2026-03-29). Qeshm: Iran's Underground Missile Fortress. ummid.com As Qeshm becomes the focal point of a 21st-century energy war, its silent salt caves and ancient shrines serve as a reminder that while past empires and military coalitions like those of the Portuguese and British have eventually faded, the geological fortress of the strait remains anchored in the turbulent tides of history.
(2026-03-29). 5 Muslims among Toppers as Bihar announces 12th result 2026. ummid.com The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Monday March 23, 2026 declared the result of the 12th Inter 2026 board exam along with the full list of toppers.
(2026-03-29). Middle East Conflict: Iran is playing Chess setting its own rules. ummid.com Analysts, policymakers and commentators now routinely describe Iran's actions as deliberate, layered and patient—defined not by immediate gains, but by positional advantage accumulated over time.
(2026-03-29). Temporary water supply disruption at Cape Town Airport. sanews.gov.za Temporary water supply disruption at Cape Town Airport | The Cape Town International Airport is experiencing a temporary water supply disruption due to ongoing municipal repair work outside the airport precinct. | "While airport operations continue, contingency measures are in place to support passengers and stakeholders. Passengers are encouraged to follow airport announcements for guidance," the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) said on Sunday. | ACSA owns and operates South Africa's nine principal airports, including three international gateways: O.R. Tambo, Cape Town and King Shaka International Airports.
(2026-03-29). Severe thunderstorms expected for parts of SA. sanews.gov.za Severe thunderstorms expected for parts of SA | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 4 Warning for severe thunderstorms that are expected in Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal on Sunday. ⚪ "Severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours leading to localised flooding of low-lying areas, susceptible roads and bridges, as well as localised damage to infrastructure, settlements (informal), property, vehicles, livelihood, and livestock in the Lowveld of Mpumalanga, extreme south-eastern Lowveld of Limpopo, and the north-eastern parts of KwaZulu-Natal [are expected]," said the SAWS. ⚪ In…
(2026-03-29). Don't call your defeat agreement: Iran warns United States. ummid.com Amidst repeated victory claims by Donald Trump administration, Tehran rebuked Washington asserting that the United States has actually been defeated in the ongoing war.
(2026-03-29). Modi govt's response to Iran War not driven by National Interest. ummid.com At a moment of profound geopolitical transformation, India requires clarity, balance, and moral conviction in its foreign policy, but what has been on display is hesitation, contradiction, and a troubling drift away from principled diplomacy.
(2026-03-29). Intellius Recode Ltd Set to Launch IPO for Digital Transformation Push. devdiscourse.com Intellius Recode Ltd has initiated the process of raising funds via an initial public offering (IPO), filing preliminary documents with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
(2026-03-29). Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese GP. tribune.com.pk 
Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes won the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday for his second straight victory as the 19-year-old Italian became the youngest driver in Formula One history to lead the world championship standings. | Antonelli took advantage of a mid-race safety car to leapfrog into the lead after a dreadful start from pole position at Suzuka and eventually led home McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. | He whooped with delight as he crossed the line, telling his team, "The pace was unbelievable today." | He leads the championship after three races, building on the first Grand Prix win of hi…
(2026-03-29). Bihar 10th Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Bihar Board of Secondary Education (BSEB) has confirmed the date of Class 10 or Matric Secondary School Exam 2026 result declaration on its official website.
(2026-03-29). BMA implements Easter Holiday plan. sanews.gov.za BMA implements Easter Holiday plan | The Border Management Authority (BMA) is ready to ensure the efficient, secure and seamless movement of people and goods across South Africa's 71 ports of entry during the Easter period. | "This plan reflects the Authority's commitment for the robust implementation of border law enforcement functions while enabling legitimate travel, tourism and trade during one of the busiest periods on the country's national calendar," the Authority's Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, said on Sunday. | The agency's Easter Operational Plan is supported by various structures across the natio…
(2026-03-29). CCTV helps Karachi police nab suspects in student van robbery. tribune.com.pk 
Karachi Police arrested a three-member gang allegedly involved in robbing female students of Jinnah Medical and Dental College and recovered the stolen items along with weapons. | The incident, which took place on the morning of March 26 in the Bahadurabad area, was a major challenge for the police and left the students deeply traumatised. According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) East Zubair Nazir Sheikh, the East Police solved the case within 72 hours. | CCTV cameras played a crucial role in tracing the case. A camera installed at the crime scene captured the entire incident. The footage shows three…
(2026-03-29). India Faces Economic Challenge as West Asia Conflict Escalates. devdiscourse.com India could experience significant economic pressure due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, particularly in areas such as remittances, the rupee, and fiscal finances. A report from SBI Funds Management titled '2026 Middle East Conflict and Its Implications' outlines these potential challenges.
(2026-03-29). CTET 2026 Result: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to announce the Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) result on its official website ctet.nic.in.
(2026-03-29). CBSE 10th 2026: Students to get results in two stages. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has successfully conducted the Class 10 board exam 2026, and is now preparing to announce the results of the students.
(2026-03-29). Millions Join "No Kings" Protests in One of Largest US Rallies. truthout.org Millions of American across all 50 states on Saturday rallied against President Donald Trump and his authoritarian agenda during nationwide No Kings protests. The flagship No Kings rally in Minneapolis, which organizers Indivisible estimated drew over 200,000 demonstrators, featured speeches from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.)… |
(2026-03-29). Inside the Grassroots Campaign That Pushed a Drone Company Out of Brooklyn. truthout.org On the morning of February 11, the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC), a non-profit landlord responsible for developing the Brooklyn Navy Yard, convened a closed-doors meeting. One item of business concerned the lease of Easy Aerial, an AI drone manufacturer with material ties to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Israeli military, and one of 550 businesses housed… |
(2026-03-29). SAPS confirms reappointment of General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. sanews.gov.za SAPS confirms reappointment of General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi | The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the reappointment of Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as the Provincial Commissioner of KwaZulu-Natal on a five-year fixed-term contract. ⚪ In a statement on Saturday, the SAPS said the reappointment follows consultation with the Premier of the KwaZulu-Natal province, Thamsanqa Ntuli. ⚪ "Further details will be provided in due course. [National Police Commissioner] General [Fannie] Masemola has wished Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi well as he continues to provide stability and decisive leadership…
(2026-03-29). Community micro-hydropower plants revolutionise isolated areas of the Dominican Republic. globalvoices.org 
(2026-03-29). CPI(M) Reassures: No Alliance with Communal Parties for Upcoming Polls. devdiscourse.com In a recent statement, CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby firmly denied any alliance with the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) concerning the forthcoming April 9 Assembly elections. Speaking to reporters, Baby condemned the United Democratic Front's (UDF) allegations of a pact, asserting that no discussions with SDPI had been held by CPI(M).
(2026-03-29). Scientists may be overestimating the amount of microplastics in the environment — and the culprit is lab gloves. |
(2026-03-29). American politicians talk about persecuted Christians abroad — but here's what happens when those Christians migrate to the US. |
(2026-03-29). The economics of war extend far beyond energy prices and stock markets. |
(2026-03-29). Cameras have quietly appeared in thousands of US cities — now, their integration with AI is sounding alarms. |
(2026-03-29). NHS dissatisfaction is falling — is this a turning point or is something else at play? |
(2026-03-29). A flesh-eating fly is advancing towards the US border — can it be stopped? |
(2026-03-29). Why do some people treat the Magic Kingdom and Disney adults like cultural abominations? |
(2026-03-29). New study measures titanium in Apollo rock to uncover Moon's early chemistry. |
(2026-03-29). Airlines are facing yet more turbulence — expert assesses what they need to get through it. |
(2026-03-29). How a diplomatic snub evokes the complicated US-Brazil relationship in the second Trump era. |
(2026-03-29). From 'Project Hail Mary' to Artemis II, spaceflight captures audiences when it centers on people because human space travel is hazardous. |
(2026-03-29). Why forest loss is making our watersheds leak rain. |
(2026-03-29). Why do basketball players miss shots they've made a thousand times before? Neuroscience has an answer. |
(2026-03-29). War in the Middle East made the case for renewables — what's happening in each country tells a harder story. |
(2026-03-29). Trading rights for efficiency: Why Bill C-12's restrictive asylum measures will likely backfire. |
(2026-03-29). Supreme Court's tariff decision still leaves a 'mess' for companies trying to grab refunds. |
(2026-03-29). South Africa's new parental leave policy is designed for equality — but it could do better. |
(2026-03-29). Two verdicts in two days: How American courts are rewriting the rules for Big Tech and children. |
(2026-03-29). The long shadow of Paul Ehrlich's 'Population Bomb' is evident in anti-immigration efforts today. |
(2026-03-29). 'Sarajevo Safari' revisited. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-29). Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them — researchers pinpoint how. |
(2026-03-29). View from The Hill: Andrew Hastie calls out Trump's war strategy. |
(2026-03-29). AI-driven border surveillance is spreading across west Africa. What this means for migrants' rights. |
(2026-03-29). Why so many victims don't realise they have been raped until later. |
(2026-03-29). Vagus nerve stimulation shows promise as a way to counter Alzheimer's disease- and age-related memory loss. |
(2026-03-29). COVID-19 variant BA.3.2 is spreading quickly across US — a doctor explains what you need to know. |
(2026-03-29). Soaring gas prices and disrupted supply chains will ripple out to increase costs in every store and sector of the economy. |
(2026-03-29). Can countries replace SWIFT? Evidence from Russia suggests not easily. |
(2026-03-29). Trump's 'God Squad' pits energy vs. endangered species, but it's a false choice — protecting wildlife can be good for business. |
(2026-03-29). What Americans can learn from other civil activism movements against authoritarian regimes. |
(2026-03-29). Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball reveals the gothic tradition behind modern celebrity. |
(2026-03-29). Sex Pistols at 50: how punk's most notorious band became part of the mainstream. |
(2026-03-29). Handpumps bring water to rural African communities, but many are broken — study models how best to maintain them. |
(2026-03-29). Development finance in Africa: economist explains how private savings could be unlocked. |
(2026-03-29). Millions are protesting — but boycotts might be key to changing government policies. |
(2026-03-29). New discoveries are showing how human anatomy is far from settled. |
(2026-03-29). AI makes rewilding look tame — and misses its messy reality. |
(2026-03-29). NASA's Artemis II mission will take an astronaut crew around the Moon — a space policy expert describes the long road to launch. |
(2026-03-29). College students are writing with AI — but a pilot study finds they're not simply letting it write for them. |
(2026-03-29). SNL UK is a welcome comedy of errors — what to watch, listen to and read this week. |
(2026-03-29). Truth, or misinformation? A statistician explains the challenge of assessing evidence. |
(2026-03-29). Ultralightweight sonar plus AI lets tiny drones navigate like bats. |
(2026-03-29). Birutƒó Galdikas: The last of the 'angels' in primatology's most extraordinary chapter. |
(2026-03-29). The decline of liberalism and Trump's unpopular war alienate MAGA's base from Protestantism. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-29). La máquina infernal de la escalada. strategic-culture.su El culto a la muerte de Asia Occidental ataca South Pars, parte del yacimiento de gas más grande del mundo, compartido con el North Dome de Catar. A continuación, ataca la central nuclear de Natanz. | Junte-se a nós no e . | E…
(2026-03-29). La máquina infernal de la escalada. strategic-culture.su El culto a la muerte de Asia Occidental ataca South Pars, parte del yacimiento de gas más grande del mundo, compartido con el North Dome de Catar. A continuación, ataca la central nuclear de Natanz. | Junte-se a nós no e . | E…
(2026-03-29). El "No Kings" contra Trump moviliza a millones en Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu Multitud de pancartas con consignas contra las guerras ilegales de Trump; otras que exigían frenar el autoritarismo; que se vaya Trump; no al fascismo o que cambien las estrategias de las agencias de inmigración que aterrorizan a las comunidades del país, formaron parte del enorme pliego de demandas.
(2026-03-29). Easy win for Belgium over US. tribune.com.pk 
Belgium bounced back after going behind to register a runaway 5-2 win over the United States in their friendly international on Saturday in a result that will ring alarm bells for the World Cup co-hosts. | Weston McKennie had the U.S ahead from a corner in the 39th minute but a rasping long-range shot from Belgian defender Zeno Debast saw the teams level at halftime. | Amadou Onana made it 2-1 eight minutes into the second half and six minutes later Charles De Ketelaere converted a penalty to extend the lead. | Substitute Dodi Lukebakio slammed home a superb fourth goal in the 68th minute to emphasise Be…
(2026-03-29). Comandacia El Aguacte: fragua de la Operación Omega. cubadebate.cu Hace 68 años, el miércoles 26 de marzo de 1958 el Comandante rebelde Raúl Castro, llega a la zona de El Aguacate, en Limonar de Monte Ruz, y en una casona perteneciente a una señora viuda de la región establece la Primera Comandancia del Jefe del recién fundado II Frente Oriental "Frank País Frente Garía".
(2026-03-29). Comandacia El Aguacte: fragua de la Operación Omega. cubadebate.cu Hace 68 años, el miércoles 26 de marzo de 1958 el Comandante rebelde Raúl Castro, llega a la zona de El Aguacate, en Limonar de Monte Ruz, y en una casona perteneciente a una señora viuda de la región establece la Primera Comandancia del Jefe del recién fundado II Frente Oriental "Frank País Frente Garía".
(2026-03-29). O declínio do liberalismo e guerra impopular de Trump afastam a base MAGA do protestantismo. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-29). O declínio do liberalismo e guerra impopular de Trump afastam a base MAGA do protestantismo. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-29). Russia, France urge probe of Israeli 'murder' of 3 journalists in attack in south Lebanon. tribune.com.pk 
Russia on Saturday pushed for an investigation of the "murder" of three journalists in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon, bringing those responsible to justice, and to "end this bloody practice once and for all." | France also denounced the dilebrate killings of Labenese journalists. | On Telegram, the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed its deepest condolences to the families and friends of the deceased correspondents. | "The strikes were aimed," the ministry underlined. "Tellingly, they targeted an ordinary civilian vehicle carrying media workers en route to an editorial assignment." | The ministry str…
(2026-03-29). Sabalenka beats Gauff in Miami final. tribune.com.pk 
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka beat hometown favourite Coco Gauff 6-2 4-6 6-3 in the Miami Open final on Saturday to join an exclusive club by completing the coveted 'Sunshine Double'. | World number one Sabalenka, who reached the final without dropping a set, won 73% of her first-serve points and faced just two break points en route to victory in a rematch of the 2025 French Open final won by Gauff. | Sabalenka is only the fifth woman to win the Indian Wells and Miami titles back-to-back, a feat known as ‚Å the 'Sunshine Double' given the tournaments' respective locations in California a…
(2026-03-29). Il Governo italiano vuole la guerra a tutti i costi. strategic-culture.su Il 18 marzo, quando sei nazioni — Regno Unito, Francia, Germania, Olanda, Giappone e Italia — hanno firmato a Londra una dichiarazione congiunta di condanna degli attacchi iraniani nel Golfo e di disponibilità a contribuire alla riapertura dello Stretto di Hormuz, il testo aveva impiegato poche ore a incendiare il dibattito domestico…
(2026-03-28). The Most Dangerous Country. scheerpost.com From 2003 to 2026 and Beyond David Bromwich for Tom Dispatch The joint US-Israeli killing of Iranian leaders on February 28th marked the second time in a year that the United States had used negotiations as a decoy for a surprise attack. On the pattern of Germany's invasion of Poland in 1939, our own invasion …
(2026-03-28). Iran expands wave-84 strikes to US targets in Saudi Arabia, warns Israel | IRGC. hindustantimes.com Iran has escalated its offensive with the 84th wave of strikes under "Operation True Promise," targeting U.S. assets in Saudi Arabia and issuing fresh threats against Israeli infrastructure. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps mocked Donald Trump's peace push while claiming hits on logistics and refueling assets at Prince Sultan Air Base. With warnings of tit-for-tat strikes on Israel's steel industry, the conflict is rapidly widening across military and economic targets.
(2026-03-28). Venezuela Commemorates 32 Years of Hugo Chávez's Liberation From Yare Prison. orinocotribune.com With a mobilization and a forum on political thought, the people of the Tuy Valleys, Miranda state, Venezuela, commemorated the 32nd anniversary of Commander Hugo Chávez's release from the Yare I judicial internment center, popularly known as the Prison of Dignity, in the Puente Carrera sector of San Francisco de Yare in the Simón Bolívar municipality. The event was held on Friday, March 27, defined by the leadership of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) and the Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB) as a day of "loyalty and historical memory." | The PSUV vice president of mobilization, Nahum Fernánde…
(2026-03-28). Trump uses Saudi event to tout Iran war gains, push Riyadh on Abraham accords. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump used his Miami speech at a Saudi sovereign wealth fund event to boast about US progress in the four‚Äëweek‚Äëold war with Iran, mock Tehran over the Strait of Hormuz, and press Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords while warning Gulf states about past Iranian threats. He publicly urged Saudi Public Investment Fund governor Yasir Al‚ÄëRumayyan to "go back and explain" that "it's time now" for Riyadh to enter the Abraham Accords, saying he wants Saudi Arabia to "finally" join. Trump also told Gulf leaders that without US action, Iran wou…
(2026-03-28). Iranian president urges countries not to allow 'enemies to run the war' from their territories. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday urged regional countries not to allow "enemies to run the war" from their territories if they "want development and security". | "We have said many times that Iran doesn't carry out preemptive attacks, but we will retaliate strongly if our infrastructure or economic centres are targeted," Pezeshkian wrote on X. | We have said many times that Iran doesn't carry out preemptive attacks, but we will retaliate strongly if our infrastructure or economic centers are targeted. | To the countries of the region: | If you want development and security, don't let our enemies…
(2026-03-28). Vilnius vs. Madrid: U.S.-Iran war draws new lines dividing European nations. strategic-culture.su In the EU's initial response to the US-Israeli strikes, Kaja Kallas read the agreed wording calling of "maximum restraint, protection of civilians, full respect of international law". The question of the war's legality has laid bare a union roughly split into three camps — one applauding Washington, one hedging, one condemning…
(2026-03-28). Inside Tehran: Is the U.S. Losing the Iran War? w/ Navid Zarinnal. thealtworld.com Nearly one month into the U.S.-Israeli war of aggression on Iran, what is the reality on the ground inside Tehran? Iranian-American academic and host of The Colony Archive Navid Zarinnal gives a firsthand account of life under daily bombings, the sound of Iranian air defenses, and the surprising degree of normalcy amid the strikes. | From the psychological impact of daily air defenses to the strategic failure of Western "regime change" narratives, Zarinnal also explains why Iran's defensive capabilities and national unity may lead to a devastating quagmire for the Trump administration.
(2026-03-28). Iran Calls US-Israeli Decapitation Of Leadership 'Criminal And Illegal'. popularresistance.org Iran urged the United Nations to intervene against the US-Israeli plans to assassinate high ranking officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and speaker of the parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, calling such acts "state sponsored terrorism". | Iranian ambassador to the UN, Amir Saeid Iravani, in an official letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday, March 26, called the Israeli-American plots to kill Iranian state leadership a "criminal policy" which sets the wrong precedent and violates international law.
(2026-03-28). As US-Israel war on Iran rages on, anti-Trumpers protest on 'No Kings' day. scmp.com Huge crowds rallied on Saturday against US President Donald Trump from coast to coast, venting their fury over what they see as his authoritarian style of governing, his hardline immigration policies and the war with Iran. | It is the third time in less than a year that Americans have taken to the streets as part of a grass-roots movement called "No Kings", the most vocal and visual conduit for opposition to Trump since he began his second term in January 2025.
(2026-03-28). Video emerges of Reform's 'Nazi salute' candidate drink driving. thecanary.co 
With the local elections fast approaching, Reform are doing everything they can to attract viable candidates. The problem is many of these candidates have proven so unviable that they've failed to even make it to the election. This was on full display with the following shortlisted candidate for the Welsh constituency of Bridgend and Vale […] | By
(2026-03-28). Pete Hegseth Removes 2 Black Officers From Promotion List. newsone.com 
Source: JIM WATSON / Getty | Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "war on wokeness" appears to have taken a turn into blatant racism and sexism. Military officials are now questioning whether race and gender play a role in military promotions after Hegseth struck the names of two Black officers and two women officers from a promotion list of potential one-star generals. |
(2026-03-28). Beware Hubris: Trump's Iran War Has an Ozymandias Flavor. fairobserver.com For well over 50 years, long before the popular 1979 Revolution that then enabled Ayatollah Khomeini's Islamic Revolutionary Party to grab total power in 1980 (having shut down, exiled, imprisoned or killed all political opposition in the fledgling post-revolution proto-democracy), I have been privileged to enjoy a close personal and professional relationship with Iran, its…
(2026-03-28). Iran Mobilizing One Million Soldiers To 'Create Hell' For US Ground Assault. popularresistance.org Iran is mobilizing one million soldiers to repel any potential ground invasion launched by the US army against the Islamic Republic, an Iranian military source told Tasnim News Agency on 26 March. | "With the growing speculation about the possibility of a historical folly by the US in launching a ground invasion on the southern front of Iran, a wave of enthusiasm has emerged among Iranian ground fighters to create a historical hell for the Americans on Iranian soil," the source said. | The source added that "in addition to organizing more than one million fighters for ground combat, in recent days there has been…
(2026-03-28). No pressure? Pochettino urges US co-hosts to 'play free' at World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
US soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino on Friday urged his team to play with freedom and not to fear the pressures and expectations that come with co-hosting this summer's World Cup. | Hopes are high for Team USA, which co-hosts alongside Mexico and Canada, and boasts a strong squad of players from top European leagues including AC Milan's Christian Pulisic and Juventus star Weston McKennie. | Pochettino, speaking ahead of the USA's friendly with Belgium on Saturday, encouraged his players to draw on the example of other American sports like the NFL and basketball, which he binged on when he was first appointed t…
(2026-03-28). Severe thunderstorms expected over parts of SA. sanews.gov.za Severe thunderstorms expected over parts of SA | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued several weather warnings for several provinces, including KwaZulu-Natal and the Northern Cape, over the course of the weekend. ⚪ The weather service has issued a Yellow Level 4 Warning for severe thunderstorms for parts of KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday. ⚪ "Severe thunderstorms leading to flooding of low-lying areas, susceptible roads and bridges as well as strong damaging winds and hail, resulting in damage to infrastructure, settlements (informal), property, vehicles, livelihood and livestock [are] expected over th…
(2026-03-28). Big Green + Big Tech = Bigger Environmental Racism. popularresistance.org As David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City, remarked to Politico last month, " If you had asked me about data centers five months ago, I would have said: 'What's a data center?" He continued, "Now it's everywhere. So that's a short amount of time to fully formulate what you think about it." While it's true that data centers to power artificial intelligence (AI) are a ubiquitous aspect of the current U.S. lexicon, the idea that positions on data centers have not been fully formulated is questionable. Clearly, Big Tech corporations are solid in their position that they need as much influence over the government and othe…
(2026-03-28). The Increasingly Dire Costs of the War on Iran. juancole.com By Pat Hynes with Anna Gyorgy | Economist
(2026-03-28). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Cuba Not Forgotten. levernews.com Good things are happening! A convoy breaks a U.S. siege, a state takes back its power, meatpackers hold the line, and Alaska gets classy. | You Love To See It is a benefit of a Lever paid subscription. If you want to read today's newsletter, Click Here To Upgrade |
(2026-03-28). US DoJ Confirms FBI Director's Email Breached By Iranian Hacker Group. popularresistance.org A Justice Department official confirmed on 27 March that material reportedly leaked from FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email "appears to be authentic." | The material was leaked on Friday by Handala, a group of pro-Palestinian vigilante hackers considered to have links to Iranian government cyberintelligence units. | Handala said it had accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email inbox and published photographs of the director, along with some of his private and professional correspondence. | Patel "will now find his name among the list of successfully hacked v…
(2026-03-28). Friday 3/27: Protest israeli consulate in SF. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St, SF…
(2026-03-28). What I Saw in Cuba Was Resilience. scheerpost.com Gerargo Delgado I traveled to Cuba this month. As a Cuban American, that sentence carries the weight of longing born of an estrangement from my roots. For much of my life, Cuba existed as a distant story, a place I knew only through descriptions from my father. I was there as part of an international …
(2026-03-28). Reform's Matt Goodwin 'flayed' in debate on AI book inaccuracies. thecanary.co 
Matt Goodwin was the unsuccessful Reform UK candidate in the Gorton & Denton by-election. Not content with losing that race, Goodwin went on to find all new ways of being a loser in the aftermath. Most recently, this saw him publishing a book that was filled with dodgy stats, fake quotes, and AI hallucinations. In […] | By
(2026-03-28). IRGC says it targeted US vessel off Oman's coast. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-28). "Our destiny is shared with Palestinians," says scholar in Iran. electronicintifada.net Helyeh Doutaghi explains how war is producing a "moment of clarity," as many Iranians recognize sovereignty as the basis for all internal struggles — on The Electronic Intifada Podcast.
(2026-03-28). Orgreave inquiry finally underway. thecanary.co 
The Starmer government has finally announced the start of its bland inquiry into state violence during the 'Battle of Orgreave' coking plant during the 1980s miners' strike. The inquiry's brief should be to identify those who should stand trial or at least face disgrace for sending heavily-armed police, and soldiers dressed as police, to viciously […] | By
(2026-03-28). Economists Warn Iran War Increases Risk Of Recession In Next 12 Months. newsone.com 
(2026-03-28). Labour slammed for 'delaying scrutiny' of ongoing Hamas proscription. thecanary.co 
A judge has criticised the Labour government for dragging its feet amid the appeal to deproscribe Palestinian political group Hamas. And one legal representative argued that this was a conscious effort to "delay scrutiny". Labour government 'not being open and honest to the court' Middle East Eye reported on 26 March that: A British judge […] | By
(2026-03-28). Saturday 3/28: Let's stand in solidarity for something! indybay.org Some street corner somewhere…
(2026-03-28). Green Party conference system 'under DDOS attack' trying to prevent anti-Zionism vote. thecanary.co 
The Green Party's conference online voting system is under 'DDOS attack' this morning, as members prepare to vote on a motion to declare the party officially opposed to the racist ideology of Zionism, according to party insiders who spoke to Skwawkbox. Pro-Israel groups and the Israeli embassy have been frothing for weeks about the vote […] | By
(2026-03-28). Canada tightens asylum rules: Govt passes new law to strengthen asylum rules, immigration system; Indians to get affected. ptcnews.tv Canada tightens asylum rules: The Canadian government has introduced a new law to make its asylum and immigration rules stricter. This law allows authorities to stop, pause, or cancel immigration applications if needed. It also gives them the power to cancel or change documents like work permits, study permits, visas, and even permanent residency, and to set new conditions for temporary residents. | The law, called the Immigration System and Borders Act (Bill C-12), came into effect on March 26. Its aim is to make immigration systems stronger and help control borders, fight organized crime, illegal drugs like fe…
(2026-03-28). Thursday 4/2: "White With Fear" Film: GOP History of Exploiting Racial Hated & Extremism to Amass Power. indybay.org Watch on PBS KRCB station on April 2 at 10 PM in SF Bay Area | Or watch on Comcast On-Demand | Or PBS App anytime | PBS streaming online anytime here: www.pbs.org/video/white-with-fear-tielvg……
(2026-03-28). Trump's Signature Will Appear On US Paper Currency. But Why? newsone.com 
Source: Samuel Corum / Getty | Here's the thing: President Donald Trump probably knows he's a failure. | On some level, Trump — as demonstrably delusional and lacking in self-awareness as he is — must understand that he's a miserable, emotionally-stunted fool, who has accomplished nothing positive of note during his time in office, and that history will remember him that way. And he's deeply insecure about it. So, instead of letting consensus decide for itself what kind of man and leader he is, Trump uses his position as president to force-feed his legacy to the general public by giving himself hon…
(2026-03-28). NGC to launch new operating model from July to modernise national grid. tribune.com.pk 
The National Grid Company of Pakistan Limited (NGC) is set to roll out a new operating model from July 1, 2026, as part of an ongoing organisational overhaul aimed at improving efficiency, transparency and reliability in the power transmission system. | The development was shared with Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari during a recent briefing, where the company said its transformation initiative—launched in January this year—remains on track. | The minister reaffirmed the government's support for the reform process, stating that the effort reflects the "kind of institutiona…
(2026-03-28). Zalmi sink Pindiz in high-scoring PSL11 tie. tribune.com.pk 
Peshawar Zalmi started their Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 campaign with a thrilling five-wicket win over RawalPindiz in a high-scoring contest at Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. | Chasing a daunting 215-run target, Peshawar Zalmi rode on collective batting efforts to reach 216/5 on the first ball of the final over in this Pakistan Super League 2025 clash. | Openers Babar Azam and Mohammad Haris provided a flying start, stitching a brisk 78-run partnership. Babar struck 39 off 28 balls before falling to Asif Afridi, while Haris top-scored with 47 off 28 deliveries, hitting four fours and two sixes. | Kusal Mendi…
(2026-03-28). Nuevo reto de la Educación Superior en Cuba a casi 50 años de su Ministerio. radiohc.cu Con la descentralización de la Enseñanza Superior y otras medidas, Cuba enfrenta el reto de asegurar la continuidad de los estudios universitarios en el país, en medio de la actual crisis energética impuesta por el bloqueo de Estados Unidos. | Esa enseñanza de la cual han egresado 1 millón 700 mil cubanos, sin costo alguno para sus familias, enruta su quehacer ante un nuevo desafío, luego de haber sobrevivido con reconocidos resultados a múltiples obstáculos que para su desarrollo han significado medidas de Washington adoptadas contra la isla. | En reciente encuentro con el ministro cubano de Educación Superior,…
(2026-03-28). O governo libanês está entregando seu país para Israel e os EUA. strategic-culture.su A permanência do Hezbollah no governo de coalizà£o pode estar com os dias contados, graàßas à ofensiva das foràßas reacionárias contra ele, em alianàßa com Israel. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para…
(2026-03-28). Descargan en La Habana 15 mil toneladas de arroz donadas por China. cubadebate.cu En el Puerto de La Habana se desarrollan las operaciones de descarga de 15 mil toneladas de arroz enviadas como donativo por la República Popular China, en un aporte que respalda el abastecimiento alimentario en el país. El cargamento corresponde al tercer lote de un total de 30 mil toneladas anunciadas por la Embajada china en la nación.
(2026-03-28). Drones ucranianos causam danos na Lituânia. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, as aàßàµes irresponsáveis do regime de Kiev já està£o tendo consequências para seus aliados europeus — atingindo alvos em territórios da UE e da OTAN "acidentalmente". Em um incidente recente, drones ucranianos atingiram a Lituânia, gerando preocupaàßà£o em um …
(2026-03-28). Wisconsin Bail Out the People Events in Sheboygan, Manitowoc, Madison and Milwaukee April August, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement @wibopm will also have a delegation at May Day 2026 Events. More information here: www.facebook.com/share/1C2ph8BhA2/ — Voces de la Frontera — vdlf.org/ Look for @wibopm at Juneteenth in Burlington, WI: www.facebook.com/share/18RPXuSne5/ — BCD Racism And at the Whitewater Pride Event October 3: www.whitewaterpride.org/whitewater-pride… And look for @wibopm members at …
(2026-03-28). Díaz-Canel asistió a ejercicio de defensa en Habana del Este. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, presidente de la República y del Consejo de Defensa Nacional (CDN), Miguel Díaz-Canel participó este viernes en un ejercicio de defensa territorial en la Zona de Defensa Antonio Guiteras, del municipio Habana del Este, como parte del onceno Día Nacional de la Defensa de 2026. | Fuentes de la Presidencia precisaron que en la jornada estuvieron presentes los miembros del Buró Político, generales de Cuerpo de Ejército àÅlvaro López Miera y Lázaro Alberto àÅlvarez Casas, ministros de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (FAR) y del Mini…
(2026-03-29). The US-Israeli war on humanity. aljazeera.com The lawlessness and brutality of the US-Israeli genocide in Gaza have now spread to other parts of the world.
(2026-03-29). Living in the dark: Gaza's struggle for electricity. aljazeera.com War has shattered Gaza's power grid, forcing families to rely on generators and private charging points.
(2026-03-29). Funeral held for Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike. aljazeera.com Hundreds gathered in Beirut's southern suburbs for the funeral of three Lebanese journalists killed by Israel.
(2026-03-29). Olympic gender test 'a disrespect for women', South Africa's Semenya says. aljazeera.com Olympic gold medallist lashes out at IOC and its president, Kirsty Coventry, for asking women to prove themselves.
(2026-03-29). Israeli footballer's role in assault on southern Lebanon sparks outrage. aljazeera.com Israeli Premier League player Menashe Zalka is seen opening fire with Israeli army soldiers in southern Lebanon assault.
(2026-03-29). Houthis open new front against Israel, is Red Sea shipping at risk? aljazeera.com The Houthis in Yemen have launched their first attacks on Israel, opening a new front in the month-long regional war.
(2026-03-29). ICC states should not ignore judicial experts' conclusions in Khan's case. aljazeera.com Doing so would damage State Parties' own credibility and that of the ICC system.
(2026-03-29). African football chief will 'respect' CAS decision on AFCON final row. aljazeera.com 'I will respect and implement the CAS decision,' Patrice Motsepe says amid turbulent times in African football.
(2026-03-29). Lebanese family launches mobile aid initiative for displaced. aljazeera.com
(2026-03-29). Lebanese resident stays behind with pet monkey despite evacuation orders. aljazeera.com
(2026-03-28). Doncic faces one-game ban after technical foul in Lakers win against Nets. aljazeera.com Luka Doncic's 41 points against Nets was soured by his 16th technical foul of the season, triggering a one-game ban.
(2026-03-28). Verstappen calls his Red Bull 'undriveable' after more F1 woes at Japan GP. aljazeera.com Kimi Antonelli and George Russell claim a Mercedes 1-2 at Suzuka but Max Verstappen's Red Bull struggles continue.
(2026-03-28). White is hero and villain on England return, Germany's Wirtz destroys Swiss. aljazeera.com Uruguay hold England at Wembley, Germany defeat Switzerland, and Netherlands beat Norway in pre-World Cup friendlies.
(2026-03-28). Morocco claims AFCON case closed, despite Senegal appeals to CAF and CAS. aljazeera.com Morocco believe their successful appeal against their 1-0 defeat by Senegal means the case of the AFCON crown is closed.
(2026-03-29). War on Iran: The French senator who said what everybody was thinking. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: Pacific Media Watch A French senator walked into the Luxembourg Palace, opened his mouth, and basically set the whole room on fire. Politely. In a suit. Claude Malhuret didn't yell nor wave his arms. He just listed things… calmly, methodically, like a doctor reading a very long and very depressing diagnosis. And by the…
(2026-03-29). New Caledonia's domestic airline AirCal files for bankruptcy. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific Desk New Caledonia's domestic airline Air Calédonie filed for bankruptcy on Friday, following almost a month of blockades by customers in the French Pacific territory's outer islands. The protest movement had been initiated by groups of angry outer islands customers who intended to oppose the company's decision…
(2026-03-29). Two China-owned mega ships begin transiting Hormuz Strait after standstill: report. ecns.cn Two 20,000-TEU container ships operated by China's COSCO SHIPPING Lines — CSCL Indian Ocean and CSCL Arctic Ocean — which had been stranded in the Persian Gulf on the western side of the Strait of Hormuz, began transiting the strait on their return voyage to China, according to Cailian Press on Friday.
(2026-03-29). W.E. Talk | Célio Hiratuka: stable China-Brazil cooperation offers an important reference in a more volatile world. ecns.cn Geopolitical conflict is reshaping the international economy in more direct ways. In late March, continued fighting in the Middle East disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a critical corridor that carries about 20 percent of global oil and gas shipments, while Brent crude prices rose to their highest level since July 2022.
(2026-03-29). W.E. Talk | Célio Hiratuka: stable China-Brazil cooperation offers an important reference in a more volatile world. ecns.cn Geopolitical conflict is reshaping the international economy in more direct ways. In late March, continued fighting in the Middle East disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a critical corridor that carries about 20 percent of global oil and gas shipments, while Brent crude prices rose to their highest level since July 2022.
(2026-03-29). Xi chairs CPC leadership meeting to review regulations on work of local Party committees. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Friday held a meeting to deliberate on regulations on the work of local Party committees.
(2026-03-29). Global forensic legend Henry C Lee passes away at 87. ecns.cn The global forensic science community was saddened on Friday following news that world-renowned forensic scientist Henry C Lee passed away at his home in Henderson, Nevada. He was 87.
(2026-03-29). Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026 holds plenary in Hainan. ecns.cn BFA Annual Conference 2026 held a plenary on Thursday in Boao, south China's Hainan Province.
(2026-03-29). Insights | Emerging powers seek more say in international system, not to overturn it, says Singaporean expert Kishore Mahbubani. ecns.cn It is in the long-term interests of the West to grant emerging countries or regions more ownership in international institutions established by the West themself, said Kishore Mahbubani, distinguished fellow at the Asia Research Institute, National University of Singapore, during the Boao Forum for Asia 2026 Annual Conference.
(2026-03-29). Inside 2026 ZGC Forum: A glimpse of intelligent future. ecns.cn From March 25 to 29, the Zhongguancun Forum 2026 is being held in Beijing, bringing together over 1,000 guests from more than 100 countries and regions to explore innovation and future development.
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | Bridge of Colombia and China: Witnessed by CIIE. ecns.cn At the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2025, Colombia participated as the guest country of honor for the first time. Since the first CIIE, Colombian companies have never missed the event.
(2026-03-29). Blossoms fuel village's tourism and vitalization. ecns.cn In Jinlong village, Daguan town of Nanchuan district, Chongqing, cherry blossoms have burst into full bloom, with thousands of pink blossoms creating a breathtaking scene against a backdrop of golden rapeseed fields. The stunning spring landscape is attracting throngs of visitors eager to enjoy the beauty and capture the moment of spring.
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | Exhibitors from guest country of honor praise CIIE: It fosters gooperation. ecns.cn In 2025, China and Sweden mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. As one of the first Western developed countries to establish diplomatic ties with the People's Republic of China, Sweden returned to the CIIE Country Exhibition after a six-year absence and served as a Guest Country of Honor for the first time.
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | CIIE offers fertile ground for Zespri. ecns.cn Every March, at Zespri orchards in New Zealand, the freshest kiwifruit are picked and shipped to ports in China right on schedule. When autumn arrives, Zespri's global leadership also keeps its annual appointment with the China International Import Expo (CIIE), returning with the same dedication and trust.
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | Hong Kong firms thrive at CIIE. ecns.cn "Hong Kong In" was the theme of the Hong Kong exhibition area in the China Pavilion at the inaugural China International Import Expo (CIIE).
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | 'Golden gateway' to reap 'golden fruits'. ecns.cn Since China and Kazakhstan established diplomatic relations in 1992, the two countries have achieved remarkable results that have drawn global attention. Since its launch in 2018, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) has opened a "golden gateway" for deeper economic and trade cooperation between the two nations, injecting strong momentum into building a new "Golden 30 Years" of bilateral ties.
(2026-03-29). BFA holds sub forum themed 'World Economic Transformation: Asia's Leading Role'. ecns.cn Sub-forum themed "World Economic Transformation: Asia's Leading Role" of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2026 is held in Boao, Hainan Province, March 26, 2026.
(2026-03-29). 50 events held at BFA Annual Conference 2026. ecns.cn BFA Secretary General Zhang Jun said that more than 50 events were held over the four-day gathering, attracting more than 270 guests across various sub-forums.
(2026-03-29). Insights | It's 'sheer folly' that we are bankrupting the UN when needing it more, says Kishore Mahbubani. ecns.cn "We are bankrupting the UN at a time when we need it more," said Kishore Mahbubani, distinguished fellow at the Asia Research Institute, National University of Singapore, during the Boao Forum for Asia 2026 Annual Conference.
(2026-03-29). Hainan FTP draws more than 700 foreign firms 100 days after customs launch. ecns.cn Hainan Free Trade Port has attracted more than 700 new foreign-funded firms in the 100 days since launching independent customs operations, underscoring a surge in overseas investment, according to media reports.
(2026-03-29). China-Tajikistan tourism exchange conference held in Dushanbe charts path for deeper cooperation. ecns.cn A cultural and tourism delegation concluded a week-long visit to Tajikistan on Saturday, with both sides pledging to enhance pragmatic cooperation in the tourism sector.
(2026-03-29). Economy on firm footing at start of 2026. ecns.cn China's industrial sector got off to a robust start in 2026, with profits of major industrial enterprises accelerating in the first two months of the year, underpinned by the strengthening of high-tech sectors and highlighting improving business conditions amid strong policy support, official data showed on Friday.
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | UAE highlights shared vision at CIIE. ecns.cn An Arab proverb says: "Language is but leaves; actions are the fruits." This saying aptly reflects the United Arab Emirates' practice at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE).
(2026-03-29). Insights | Hainan FTP at 100 Days: Experts assess impact of customs closure milestone. ecns.cn The Hainan Free Trade Port has marked 100 days since launching its customs closure operations. As a strategic gateway for China-ASEAN cooperation, what tangible benefits will the FTP's policy innovations bring?
(2026-03-29). CIIE Stories | Georgia's appointment with CIIE. ecns.cn Georgia is China's first free trade partner in the Eurasian region, and China has been Georgia's largest export market and third-largest trading partner for several consecutive years. The vast Chinese consumer market has brought tangible development opportunities and benefits to Georgia.
(2026-03-29). China urges WTO members to resist protectionism. ecns.cn China's commerce minister urged World Trade Organization members to oppose unilateralism and protectionism at a ministerial meeting, as global trade tensions strain the multilateral system, according to media reports.
(2026-03-29). Probes launched over rising U.S. scrutiny. ecns.cn China has launched two trade barrier investigations targeting U.S. practices disrupting global industrial and supply chains and impeding trade in green products, in a calibrated response to Washington's new trade probes targeting China and other economies, officials and analysts said.
(2026-03-29). In Numbers: China and ASEAN emerge as Asia's anchors of stability. ecns.cn
(2026-03-28). China vows to further expand opening-up. ecns.cn China reaffirmed on Thursday its commitment to further expanding high-standard opening-up and domestic demand, sharing development opportunities with the rest of the world, and welcoming businesses from all countries to further tap the Chinese market amid global challenges.
(2026-03-28). Israel Air Force officer charged with leaking Iran strike date for Polymarket bets, court reveals. haaretz.com An indictment alleges the air force officer leaked real-time details of the June 2025 Israeli strike on Iran to guide Polymarket bets, netting about $244,000 with an associate…
(2026-03-28). war make me rethink anything. It only sharpened an old. haaretz.com After his home was hit, Shay from Tel Aviv signed up for evacuation but was refused. 'There are people who need it more'…
(2026-03-28). Lebanon: Intensification of hostilities worsens impact on civilians and critical infrastructure. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Lebanon, Agnès Dhur:…
(2026-03-29). EU Seeks Greater Agency but Remains Embedded Within U.S.-Dominated Security Architecture. moderndiplomacy.eu In this interview,Professor Sergiu Mi»ôcoiu at the Faculty of European Studies, Babes-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca (Romania), where he also serves as a director of the Centre for International Cooperation and director of the Centre for African Studies, says the U.S.-Israeli war on the Islamic Republic of Iran draws a wide range of issues relating to …
(2026-03-29). Iran Isn't Just a Threat—It's Splitting NATO. moderndiplomacy.eu The war with Iran is exposing a structural fracture inside NATO—one that may prove more consequential than any external threat facing the Alliance today. What is at stake is not only NATO's ability to respond to a new crisis in the Middle East but also its capacity to remain strategically coherent in a world defined …
(2026-03-29). How Shock, Timing, and Industrial Strategy Are Rewriting the LNG Era. moderndiplomacy.eu The global LNG market is no longer shaped by familiar cycles of tightness and surplus. It is now defined by inelasticity, a structural rigidity that magnifies every disruption and slows every recovery. The collapse of the oversupply narrative is not a forecasting mistake. It exposes a system whose physical, geopolitical, and industrial constraints have converged …
(2026-03-28). How China Is Banking on Pakistan's Clout in the Middle East to Solidify Global Ambitions. moderndiplomacy.eu Following the recent events related to the conflict in Iran in March 2016, Pakistan emerged as a vital strategic partner for China, playing multiple roles that serve Chinese interests in the region. For China, in…
(2026-03-28). Iran footballers pay tribute to victims of school strike. newarab.com 
The Iran men's The airstrike on the school in the southern Iranian city of
(2026-03-29). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-29). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-29). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-03-29). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-03-29). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-29). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-03-29). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-29). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-03-28). Are the Houthis ready to strike? responsiblestatecraft.org From northern Yemen, the Houthis are making clear that they are prepared for a new round of fighting, whether with the U.S. or Israel. From Iran, the message is being delivered that when, not if, American troops occupy any part of Iranian soil, the Houthis will enter the war.The Houthi-led Ansarullah movement emerged from the last round of fighting battered, but very much unbowed. Their ceasefire with the U.S. in May 2025 stopped further Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping and U.S.-U.K. attacks on northern Yemen. Periodic Houthi and Israeli military exchanges continued until October 2025, when an Israel-Hamas…
(2026-03-29). The End of Nuclear Restraint? Iran's Exit Threat Shakes Global Security. thinktank.pk The intensifying conflict involving Iran, United States, and Israel has entered a new and far more dangerous phase—one that goes beyond missiles and drones into the heart of the global nuclear order. Recent airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities and key industrial infrastructure, including steel plants, have triggered a powerful political reaction inside Tehran. Lawmakers are …
(2026-03-29). Can Ukraine's Drone Technology Protect the Gulf from Iran? thinktank.pk The geopolitical landscape of 2026 is witnessing a quiet yet significant realignment as Gulf Arab powers, particularly Saudi Arabia and Qatar, deepen defense cooperation with Ukraine. This shift is not merely transactional or symbolic; it reflects a deeper transformation in how modern wars are fought and how emerging threats—especially from Iran—are reshaping global defense partnerships. …
(2026-03-29). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-29). Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes: Allergy symptoms start earlier with climate change. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Early spring means beautiful tree blooms, but also an increase in pollen that can trigger allergy symptoms like itchy eyes, runny nose and sneezing. | Allergists say these symptoms may become more intense as allergy season starts earlier than past seasons because of the effects of climate change. Temperature and precipitation pattern changes mean trees are blooming earlier and vegetation is growing more rapidly, producing more pollen in the atmosphere. | "The growing knowled…
(2026-03-29). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-29). Why Pennsylvania's women are struggling to find estrogen patches for menopause hormone therapy. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Last summer, Angela Motter started experiencing some changes that began to interfere with her fast-paced job in health care. | "I was just having brain fog and just feeling tired all the time, irritable," she said. | For a while, the 48-year-old Berks County resident chalked it up to the daily pressures of being a mother, caring for her family and having a career. | When she started suffering hot flashes and night sweats, Motter realized she must be in perimenopause, the tim…
(2026-03-28). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-28). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-28). US to send another 10,000 ground troops to Middle East, as war with Iran escalates. wsws.org The Wall Street Journal and Axios reported Thursday that the Trump administration is considering deploying an additional 10,000 ground troops to the Middle East as the US war of aggression against Iran enters its fifth week. "If President Trump gives the go-ahead, the U.S. could soon have more than 17,000 ground troops on Iran's doorstep," the Journal reported.
(2026-03-28). ICE at airports: A dress rehearsal for police state dictatorship. wsws.org The presence of ICE at airports is a further step in normalizing the use of armed federal agents and the military in civilian settings to intimidate and terrorize the population.