middleeasteye.net (2026-01-02). Gaza genocide: By halting aid, Israel escalates its war on survival
Israel's decision to halt the operations of 37 international aid groups marks a dangerous escalation in its ongoing genocidal campaign, which has destroyed Gaza's capacity to sustain life through bombardment and siege, and now moves to deprive survivors of the last remaining forms of assistance.
aljazeera.com (2026-01-02). The ceasefire did what it was meant to do – make Gaza invisible
It became clear to me that the real goal of the ceasefire was not to stop the violence or death, nor to protect people or limit bloodshed and genocide. The real goal was to stop the world from talking about Gaza, about the crimes being committed there, and about the daily suffering of people.
dailysabah.com (2026-01-02). Hundreds of thousands wrap up massive Palestine rally in Istanbul
Some 520,000 people took part in a pro-Palestine rally at the heart of Istanbul on Thursday. Streaming into Galata Bridge from the courtyards of Istanbul's major mosques in the early hours of New Year's Day, people filled the venue as they changed slogans in solidarity with Palestine and against Israel.
(2026-01-02). Museveni commissions ethanol, sugar plants in Luwero. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Dec.30, President Yoweri Museveni commissioned two major industrial projects in Luwero District, reinforcing the government's push for agro-industrialisation, value addition, and job creation. The first stop was PRO Industries Pte Limited, an ethanol and extra-neutral alcohol (ENA) plant in Ndibulungi Village. The facility, East Africa's largest, produces 120,000 …
(2026-01-02). Saturday 1/3: Shadows of Gaza: Stories I Let Die. indybay.org 2005 Wharf Road | Capitola, CA 95010…
palestinechronicle.com (2026-01-02). The Body as the Final Weapon: Palestine Action and the Spirit of Bobby Sands
They are using their starving bodies to scream a truth that the BBC refuses to whisper: Britain is an active participant in the slaughter of Gaza.
(2026-01-02). Major Actions In Support Of Palestine Mark The New Year. popularresistance.org Over half a million people gathered early Thursday at Istanbul's Galata Bridge for a massive march in support of Palestine, organized under the umbrella of the Humanity Alliance and the National Will Platform, Anadolu reports. | The New Year's Day demonstration, held with the participation of more than 400 civil society organizations and led by the Turkish Youth Foundation (TUGVA), was carried out under the slogan "We won't cower, we won't keep quiet, we won't forget Palestine." | At the event, around 520,000 participants called for an end to the genocide in Gaza.
(2026-01-02). Gaza: Child Killed, Fires, Flooding, and Cold Claim Lives, as Israel restricts Shelter Materials. juancole.com ( In Gaza City, a woman and her young daughter died when a fire broke out inside a displacement tent in the Yarmouk Stadium camp. | Field reporters said…
(2026-01-02). The ceasefire did what it was meant to do — make Gaza invisible. aljazeera.com Mass death in Gaza continues and yet the world no longer pays attention, convinced the genocide is over.
(2026-01-02). MSF sounds alarm on threats to humanitarian work in Gaza. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) —Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has vehemently rejected allegations from the Israeli regime claiming its staff members are linked to Palestinian resistance groups, labeling the accusations as baseless and unsupported by evidence.
(2026-01-02). The Bondi Attack in Australia, Repression, Imperialism & the Working Class. indybay.org The Bondi attack on the Jewish community in Australia has led to massive repression and an effort to shut down all opposition to the genocide in Gaza. Davey Heller who is a writer and unionist spoke about these attaks and Austrlian working class history.
(2026-01-02). Thursday 1/8: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-02). Israel strikes several areas of Gaza as harsh weather persists. newarab.com 
(2026-01-02). Thursday 1/1: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with Gaza's Orphans. indybay.org Inspiration Point (Tilden Regional Park), Wildcat Canyon Rd, Orinda, CA 94563…
(2026-01-02). Tidbits-Jan. 1- Reader Comments: Israel Preparing for Permanent Gaza Presence; New "New Deal" About To Wipe Out the Old Political Order; Tribute to Blacklisted Lyricist Yip Harburg; Exchange: Why Portside Ran SMART Union President's Message; Cartoons. portside.org Tidbits-Jan. 1- Reader Comments: Israel Preparing for Permanent Gaza Presence; New "New Deal" About To Wipe Out the Old Political Order; Tribute to Blacklisted Lyricist Yip Harburg; Exchange: Why Portside Ran SMART Union President's Message; Cartoons |
(2026-01-02). Rally in Istanbul on New Year shows solidarity with Palestine. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — Over half a million Turkish people have taken to the streets of Istanbul as the new year began, rejecting celebrations as Israel's atrocities in Gaza continue unabated despite a declared ceasefire.
(2026-01-02). Countries demand Israel lift Gaza aid restrictions as Palestinians suffer. aljazeera.com Qatar, Türkiye and six other countries urge 'unimpeded' humanitarian access to Gaza as Israel cracks down on aid groups.
(2026-01-02). Angelina Jolie visits Egyptian side of Gaza's Rafah crossing. newarab.com 
Hollywood star Accompanied by an American delegation and greeted by former and current officials, Jolie said she was "honoured" to meet
(2026-01-02). Martyrs Rise in Gaza Amid Continued Israeli Ceasefire Violations. english.almanar.com.lb On the 84th day of the truce, Israeli occupation forces persisted in violating the ceasefire agreement across the Gaza Strip, resulting in new casualties and escalating military incursions. Breaking | Four Palestinians are injured by Israeli occupation fire in separate areas near the "Austrian Cemetery" and Khan Younis Stadium, in the southern Gaza Strip. pic.twitter.com/kVP33BIAqW— …
(2026-01-02). Project Sunrise: Turning Gaza Into a De-Islamized High-Tech Smart City. muslimskeptic.com Turning Gaza Into a High-Tech Smart City In February this year, Trump announced that he had plans to turn Gaza into a luxury resort-style Riviera: United States President Donald Trump has said the US will "take over" and "own" Gaza after resettling Palestinians elsewhere under an extraordinary redevelopment plan that he claimed could turn the …
(2026-01-02). Israel profundiza el asedio humanitario en Gaza con el bloqueo a 37 ONG. cubadebate.cu El régimen de Israel oficializó este jueves primero de diciembre de 2026 la suspensión de licencias para 37 organizaciones humanitarias internacionales que operan en la Franja de Gaza, una medida que profundiza el asedio contra la población palestina. Esta acción administrativa ocurre mientras la Knesset avanza en normativas para cortar el suministro de agua y electricidad.
(2026-01-02). Agencia de ONU denuncia acciones israelíes contra ayuda humanitaria. radiohc.cu El comisionado general de la Agencia de la ONU para la población refugiada de Palestina en Oriente Próximo (Unrwa), Philippe Lazzarini, aseveró este viernes que Israel atenta contra la labor humanitaria en la Franja de Gaza, al implementar nuevas restricciones. | Recientemente, la Knesset (Parlamento) aprobó una normativa que retira la inmunidad diplomática a los miembros de la Unrwa; autoriza el corte de suministros como agua, electricidad, combustible y comunicaciones, a ese organismo; y otorga al Gobierno israelí la facultad de expropiar propiedades de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU) en Jerusalén…
(2026-01-02). Agencia de ONU denuncia acciones israelíes contra ayuda humanitaria. radiohc.cu El comisionado general de la Agencia de la ONU para la población refugiada de Palestina en Oriente Próximo (Unrwa), Philippe Lazzarini, aseveró este viernes que Israel atenta contra la labor humanitaria en la Franja de Gaza, al implementar nuevas restricciones. | Recientemente, la Knesset (Parlamento) aprobó una normativa que retira la inmunidad diplomática a los miembros de la Unrwa; autoriza el corte de suministros como agua, electricidad, combustible y comunicaciones, a ese organismo; y otorga al Gobierno israelí la facultad de expropiar propiedades de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU) en Jerusalén…
(2026-01-02). A thesis confirmed: Epstein, Dershowitz and the Israel lobby. onlineopinion.com.au Behind the Epstein scandal lies a darker story: how elite influence networks moved to crush inconvenient scholarship on Israel and US power.
(2026-01-02). The Epstein Saga: capitolo 1, il signor Clinton. strategic-culture.su Con la recente pubblicazione delle fotografie, i critici di Clinton sembrano aver trovato un nuovo appiglio per riaprire un capitolo che l'ex presidente ha cercato a lungo di chiudere. | Segue nostro Una premessa necessaria | Di solito non scrivo di questi argomenti, ma stavolta la faccenda si sta facendo interessante. Il caso Epstein è un vaso di Pandora che permette di svelare molti intrighi di potere e rivelare il funzionamento di alc…
(2026-01-02). President Maduro: "To the people of the United States, I say that here in Venezuela, you have a friendly people" radiohc.cu The Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro agreed to grant us a "New Year's interview." We recorded it in Caracas in the late afternoon of December 31, as night began to fall over the country's beautiful capital and 2025 came to a close. This time, President Maduro proposed that we conduct a "traveling interview."
(2026-01-02). Driving Car, Maduro reveals Trump call details, Peace offer amid first land attack by USA | Venezuela. hindustantimes.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro says Caracas is open to negotiating an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, while also signalling readiness for renewed U.S. investment in Venezuela's oil sector. Speaking in a pre-recorded interview, Maduro said Venezuela is prepared to cooperate if Washington is serious, as tensions rise following U.S. military strikes targeting alleged drug-smuggling operations linked to Venezuela.
(2026-01-02). Wednesday 1/14: Webinar: US aggression towards Venezuela and its repercussions for Latin America. indybay.org Online | secure.everyaction.com/BX66_bP-OEqF2ERN7……
(2026-01-02). Saturday 1/3: the Deal with Venezuela? indybay.org The Starry Plough Pub | 3101 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705 | also online: Please register in advance at | bit.ly/SSS-Venezuela | to receive your personal link to participate in this event online…
(2026-01-02). Report: Russia Asks US To Stop Chasing Tanker It Attempted To Seize Near Venezuela. news.antiwar.com Russia has made a formal request to the US to stop chasing the Bella 1, an oil tanker the US attempted to seize off the coast of Venezuela and has been pursuing in the Atlantic Ocean since December 21, The New York Times reported on Thursday. The report said that as the ship had been …
(2026-01-02). Maduro finds ultimate bargaining chip against Trump after USA's first land attack on Venezuela. hindustantimes.com Amid escalating tensions in the Caribbean, U.S. officials say Venezuelan security forces detained several Americans in recent months, according to The New York Times. Those held include dual Venezuelan-American passport holders and U.S. citizens, with Washington estimating at least two were wrongfully detained. The identities of most detainees remain unclear, while one traveler, James Luckey-Lange, was reported missing after entering Venezuela in December. Analysts say President Nicolás Maduro uses detained Americans as leverage in talks with Washington. Earlier negotiations led to releases, but recent U.S. milit…
(2026-01-02). Big Daddy Trump Hustling While Triggering Venezuela War. globalresearch.ca While Trump humbly boasts about what a great dad he was because he said no to drugs and alcohol, it appears the coup makers are intending a massive strike inside Venezuela. | The 'peacemaker' is angling to once again bomb a …
(2026-01-02). Russia humiliates Trump in Venezuela as US rushes to shield Zelensky after Ukraine's 'house attack'. hindustantimes.com A painted Russian flag mysteriously appears on oil tanker, Bella 1, while it dodges US seizure over alleged Iranian oil smuggling. As Trump's naval blockade on Venezuela, a CIA strike on a cartel‚Äëlinked dock, and a disputed drone "attack" on Putin converge, legal and geopolitical risks skyrocket in the Atlantic.
(2026-01-02). Saudi-backed forces launch offensive against Yemen's STC. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia bombed separatist STC positions in Yemen amid a push to take back control from the UAE-backed group.
(2026-01-02). Tragic Stabbing of Teen in Delhi: Main Accused Apprehended. devdiscourse.com A tragic incident unfolded in Delhi's Sultanpuri area as a 15-year-old boy was stabbed to death, police reported on Friday. The main accused has been taken into custody.
(2026-01-02). Iran executed a record 1,500 people in 2025: rights group. newarab.com 
"It is very alarming," the group's director, Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam, said of the provisional toll. | "It is unprecedented in the last 35 years. As long as Iran Human Rights has existed, we have never had such numbers." | In 2024, Iran executed…
(2026-01-02). Revealed: How Belarus' secret rail roads, storage units keep Putin's army 'full'; Russia-Ukraine war. hindustantimes.com Belarus is accused of quietly feeding Russia's war machine by sending trainloads of stored armour and air defence hardware to Russian bases, turning its depots into a covert rail lifeline for Putin's forces. A monitoring report on Belarusian rail movements in 2025 describes systematic shipments from Belarusian military units to Russian tank and air defence facilities for frontline use and overhaul. Watch for more.
(2026-01-02). Iran's foreign trade exceeds $85b in 9 months: IRICA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) put the country's foreign trade in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (started Mar. 21) at more than $85 billion.
(2026-01-02). Democracy Now! 2026-01-02 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for January 02, 2026; Mamdani Takes Oath at Abandoned NYC Subway Station to Highlight Plan to Improve Public Transit; Zohran Mamdani Supporters Celebrate "Politics of Optimism" at His Inauguration; AOC, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams & Poet Cornelius Eady: Voices from the Mamdani Inauguration; "I Will Govern as a Democratic Socialist": Watch Zohran Mamdani & Bernie Sanders at NYC Inauguration | Headlines for January 02, 2026; Mamdani Takes Oath at Abandoned NYC Subway Station to Highlight Plan to Improve Public Transit; Zohran Mamdani Supporters Celebrate "Politics of O…
(2026-01-02). Odisha Rolls Out Green Stickers for Pollution Control Compliance. devdiscourse.com The Odisha transport authority has initiated a new measure to enhance pollution compliance by introducing green stickers for vehicles with a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC).
(2026-01-02). Putin house attack: Drone's GPS chip analysed by Russian engineers; finding revealed on cam | Ukraine. hindustantimes.com Russia said it has extracted and decoded data from a Ukrainian drone shot down earlier this week, claiming the information proves it was targeting a residence used by President Vladimir Putin in the Novgorod region. Russian military officials said the decoded navigation data would be shared with the United States to "establish the truth." Ukraine and Western countries have rejected the accusation, calling it disinformation. US officials have reportedly found no evidence that Kyiv targeted Putin, while President Donald Trump initially voiced concern before later expressing skepticism. The incident comes amid sensi…
(2026-01-02). Mohammad Bakri: A tribute to the titan of Palestinian cinema. newarab.com 
From Lebanese musician That sense of loss has grown in recent weeks with the death of legendary Palestinian actor, director, and cultural icon To so…
(2026-01-02). City of Cape Town urges public to save water. sanews.gov.za City of Cape Town urges public to save water | The City of Cape Town has appealed to residents be more water-wise and minimise non-essential consumption due to excessive water usage over the past few weeks. | The City has set a collective water-wise daily usage target of less than 975 million litres per day (MLD) for the summer season. | This allocation was determined to mitigate the risk associated with below average or unpredictable rainfall during 2026, and to maintain a reliable water supply. | As of Wednesday, 31 December 2025, the average water usage stood at 1 025MLD, with the city's dam levels at 70.5%…
(2026-01-02). Mamdani's Win Shows "Palestine Is No Longer a Liability," Says Mahmoud Khalil. truthout.org Tens of thousands of New Yorkers braved freezing temperatures and police barricades to be part of Zohran Mamdani's inauguration as mayor on New Year's Day. Democracy Now! spoke with many Mamdani supporters, including a high school student and Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, about what the day represented to them, their hopes for the new administration and how it could set a model for… |
(2026-01-02). 'Locked and loaded': Trump threatens to attack Iran. responsiblestatecraft.org President Donald Trump warned Friday that, if Iranian authorities kill civilians taking part in a growing protest movement, then the U.S. will "come to their rescue.""We are locked and loaded and ready to go," Trump said in an early morning post on Truth Social. | — (@)…
(2026-01-02). Did Tony Blair influence trial of UK soldiers accused of killing Iraqi man? aljazeera.com Government files suggest former UK prime minister pressured officials to prevent soldiers being tried in civil courts.
(2026-01-02). Meet Imran Baig's daughter, Aviva, who is engaged to Priyanka Gandhi's son. ummid.com Senior Congress leader and MP Priyanka Gandhi's son Raihan Vadra Monday December 29, 2025 announced his engagement with Aviva Baig, sparking a sudden interest in the Delhi based charming girl.
(2026-01-02). (W.E. Talk) Experts look to 2026: Seizing opportunities amid crises, forging ahead after breakthroughs. ecns.cn What direction will the international landscape take in 2026? In the West, far-right groups are on the rise, while in Japan, extremist politicians are attempting to revive militarism and the U.S. has adopted aggressive expansionist behavior in Latin America, said Benjamin Norton, founder of the Geopolitical Economy Report, in a recent exclusive interview with China News Network.
(2026-01-02). MNREGA to VB-G RAM G: The Inside Story. ummid.com The change from MNREGA to VB-G RAM G shows the BJP agenda to quite some extent, away from Gandhi's ideology, undermines federalism, the concept of Rights and doesn't care for the marginalized!
middleeasteye.net (2026-01-02). Angelina Jolie visits Rafah Crossing in Egypt, meets Palestinians from Gaza
Angelina Jolie has paid an official visit to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt – the only pedestrian and commercial gateway between Gaza and the outside world – to meet with humanitarian organisations and better understand the conditions of Palestinians from Gaza
dawn.com (2026-01-02). Pakistan, 7 other Muslim-majority nations express 'deepest concern' over deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza
Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, on Friday expressed concern at the "deteriorating" humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip ' exacerbated by severe weather conditions ' and stressed the need to immediately initiate and scale up early recovery efforts.
english.palinfo.com (2026-01-02). Armed settlers attack agricultural facilities in al-Khalil
Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian agricultural facilities in the village of Masafer Yatta, south of al-Khalil. Other settlers chased residents and attempted to assault them in the town of Beit Ummar to the north.
dawn.com (2026-01-02). Pakistan, 7 other Muslim-majority nations express 'deepest concern' over deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, on Friday expressed concern at the "deteriorating" humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip – exacerbated by severe weather conditions – and stressed the need to immediately initiate and scale up early recovery efforts.
aljazeera.com (2025-12-31). LIVE: Israel's ban on aid groups to have 'horrific' outcomes in Gaza Israel says it will suspend more than three dozen humanitarian organisations, including Doctors Without Borders (MSF), for failing to meet its new rules for aid groups working in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip
orinocotribune.com (2026-01-02). The Reactionary Backwash: Year 2025 in Review for Latin America and the Caribbean
Contrary to Trump's ludicrous mistruths, reports from the United Nations, the European Union, and even the US Drug Enforcement Agency certify that Venezuela is essentially free of drug production – no cocaine or marijuana production, and certainly no fentanyl.
middleeasteye.net (2026-01-02). Angelina Jolie visits Rafah Crossing in Egypt, meets Palestinians from Gaza Angelina Jolie has paid an official visit to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt – the only pedestrian and commercial gateway between Gaza and the outside world – to meet with humanitarian organisations and better understand the conditions of Palestinians from Gaza
aljazeera.com (2026-01-01). Gaza's new year begins with a struggle for survival and dignity
Amid worsening humanitarian conditions, the once-ambitious hopes of Palestinians in Gaza, dreams of a better future, prosperity, and reconstruction, are gone. In their place are basic human needs: securing flour, food and water, obtaining tents to shield them from the cold, accessing medical care, and simply surviving bombardments.
truthout.org (2025-12-31). All Security Council Members Except US Condemn Israeli Recognition of SomalilandAt an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Monday regarding Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, 14 of 15 member states joined Somalia's permanent representative to the UN in condemning what the ambassador called an "act of aggression" – and at least one denounced the Trump administration's defense of Israel's move.
aljazeera.com (2025-12-31). How many countries has Trump bombed in 2025? The US carried out military attacks against a total of seven countries in 2025.
palestinechronicle.com (2025-12-31). On the Politics of Possibility vs. The Hope that a Better World is Possible New Year's Eve is a traditional time for making resolutions for the coming months, personal promises to oneself to do better. Given the state of the world, in particular Palestine and the Global South, perhaps this year should be a time to make collective resolutions to work for a better world.
(2026-01-02). Zohran Needs To Create Popular Assemblies. portside.org Zohran Needs To Create Popular Assemblies |
(2026-01-02). Kim Jong Un's Daughter Makes First Public Visit to State Mausoleum. moderndiplomacy.eu North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, appeared publicly for the first time at the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, the state mausoleum housing the bodies of founding leader Kim Il Sung and his son Kim Jong Il. She accompanied her parents on the New Year's Day visit, according to photographs released by …
(2026-01-02). Frogs and left-wing terror. indybay.org Portland is by no means in a "war-like state" More like carnival than the dark side of the force. Bicycle demonstration in Portland against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the threatened deployment of the National Guard, October 12. | All eyes in the United States are on the West Coast city of Portland Trump supporters across the country consider it a hotbed of "wokeness" and violent left-wing militancy.
(2026-01-02). (W.E. Talk) Experts' review on 2025: China serves as a stabilizing force in a world of turmoil and chaos. ecns.cn The year 2025 was marked by turbulence and compounded challenges. As it draws to a close, China News Network's "W.E. Talk" program invited Chinese and U.S. experts to review the key moments and profound shifts that have shaped the international landscape over the past year.
(2026-01-02). 2025 was the year of denial. What now? scmp.com As an undergraduate student of anthropology long ago, I remember studying the phenomenon of "compartmentalism" as a hallmark of primitive cultures or societies — their capacity to hold contradictory beliefs without inner conflict or even appearing to notice the contradictions. | We well-educated rationalists in the rich West were supposed to be above this kind of schizophrenic inconsistency, seen as a symptom of a defective imagination or the shallowness of the masses.
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Xi congratulates PLA Daily on its 70th anniversary. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a congratulatory letter to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Daily on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of its founding.
(2026-01-02). Xizang's Leap From Serfdom To Socialism With Chinese Characteristics. popularresistance.org "Tibet" has long been shrouded in mystery and misinformation. But the reality before 1951 was stark. Under a feudal theocracy, about 5% of the population were serf-owners, while at least 95% were serfs. I will never forget the film about a mother, a grandmother, and a small child, all born in the cowshed of a serf-owner. They lived there as the fourth generation under such conditions. | After 1951, Xizang underwent significant changes, notably the rapid expansion of transportation. Yet, the event that remains most vivid for the people we spoke to is the abolition of serfdom on March 28, 1959.
(2026-01-02). China's record hypergravity machine, Nepal's 'bride buying' probe: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China builds a record-breaking hypergravity machine to compress space and time | China is set to break its own record in hypergravity research with a colossal new centrifuge that can spin multi-tonne samples at unmatched intensities.
(2026-01-02). How Africa's telcos are leading the satellite push. independent.co.ug 
Africa's mobile operators are leading the way in Africa's growing satellite internet market, transforming low Earth orbit technology from a niche service into a mainstream tool for connecting rural and enterprise customers. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Vodacom's recent partnership with Starlink signals a structural shift in Africa's connectivity model, where telcos are increasingly …
(2026-01-02). (W.E. Talk) Looking ahead to 2026: As geopolitical conflict risks intensify, all parties seek opportunities amid crisis through strategic moves. ecns.cn Looking back at 2025, the international landscape was marked by intertwined transformations and conflicts, with geopolitical tensions flaring up in various regions.
(2026-01-02). Pregnant Migrants May Suffer Complications From Chronic Stress of ICE Raids. truthout.org immigration enforcement is taking a toll on Dr. Daisy León-Martínez's patients. The California OB-GYN primarily cares for Latina-identifying pregnant people and those with a Spanish-language preference. In the months since President Donald Trump began his mass deportation campaign, some of her patients' partners have been detained by immigration officials or were removed from the… |
(2026-01-02). Russian Shahed swarm batters Volyn power grid in New Year's Eve blackout. hindustantimes.com Russian Shahed attack drones pounded Ukraine's Volyn region through New Year's Eve night, heavily damaging critical energy infrastructure and plunging over 100,000 residents into blackout. Fires broke out in Lutsk and Kovel district after multiple strikes, though initial reports indicated no deaths or injuries. Volyn Oblast came under a large-scale Shahed drone attack on the night of December 31 to January 1, with "several dozen" enemy aerial targets striking critical infrastructure. Watch for more…
(2026-01-02). Climate Protest in the Age of Unrest. fairobserver.com There are three remarkable shared characteristics about the wave of Generation Z (Gen Z) protests that have swept around the world in the last 18 months: the speed and scale with which they took off, their astonishing success and, lastly, the mix of motivations that lit the spark of protest and those that are missing…
(2026-01-02). Iran's biggest protest in years: Trump warns with 'US will come…' as protests enter sixth day. hindustantimes.com At least seven people have reportedly been killed in Iran in clashes between security forces and demonstrators, after anger over a collapsing currency grew into a full‚Äëblown anti‚Äëregime movement. Against this backdrop, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, declaring that America is "locked and loaded and ready to go". Trump's threats came amid rising tensions between Iran & Israel, USA. Watch the video for more.
(2026-01-02). Travel surge signals 'strong start' for tourism. ecns.cn Domestic tourism has led the rebound. Bookings at leading online travel agencies have shown strong momentum. Data from Meituan Travel shows that bookings for the holiday period surged nearly fivefold from last year.
(2026-01-02). Running out of options: the US ruling class turns to MAGA Fascism. indybay.org The rise of fascism in the US has real reasons with the decline of the US imperialist state.
(2026-01-02). Hajj 2026 4th Waiting List of 1,259 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the fourth waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking 1,259 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before January 08, 2026.
(2026-01-02). Monday 1/19: How Long is Long Enough: Screening and Conversation. indybay.org Santa Cruz Barrios Unidos, 1817 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-02). Marriage to a US citizen no longer guarantees Green Card; living together now key requirement. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Marrying a US citizen does not automatically lead to a Green Card anymore, according to a senior US immigration attorney. Experts say that living together as a couple is now one of the most important conditions for approval.The Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as the Green Card, allows immigrants to live and work permanently in the United States and puts them on the path to citizenship. While marriage to a US citizen has long been a popular route, immigration authorities now closely examine whether the marriage is genuine.Cohabitation matters more than marriage certificateAs per a report in…
(2026-01-02). South Korea's presidential office moves back to Cheong Wa Dae. ecns.cn The Phoenix Flag, a symbol of South Korea's head of state, was raised at Cheong Wa Dae at midnight local time on Sunday, marking the presidential office's officially return to Cheong Wa Dae after a three-year-and-seven-month absence.
(2026-01-02). Corruption & sanctions "work together" to cripple Iran's economy. aljazeera.com Sina Azodi on escalating protests in Iran and how sanctions and corruption are deepening the country's economic crisis.
(2026-01-02). ICE Drives Unmarked Cars. This Public Database Tracks Their License Plates. theintercept.com 
Activists in the Pacific Northwest are building a database of license plates used by immigration authorities with the hope of keeping tabs on agents' movements. | The In helping community members to identify unmarked vehicles used by U.S. Immigrat…
(2026-01-02). Scammers' New Billion-Dollar Bank Fraud. levernews.com 
It's easy to get robbed these days. All a thief might need are the 17 numbers found on your publicly available banking documents. Just ask Scott Delman. For nearly a year and a half, someone used Delman's banking information to deduct monthly car insurance payments from the theater producer's bank account, according to financial documents he shared with The Lever. In total, the fraud cost him more than $4,300. So far, he's yet to be reimbursed. Delman has come to believe the matter will cost people huge amounts of money, and even poses a national security risk."Imagine if the Russians or Chinese focused on the '
(2026-01-02). Wildfire smoke is a national crisis, and it's worse than you think. grist.org 
(2026-01-02). Racketeering Charges Dismissed Against 61 People in Stop Cop City Movement. truthout.org Racketeering charges against 61 people indicted as co-conspirators in the Stop Cop City movement were dismissed on December 30, marking a significant victory for those facing prosecution in the years after the movement's peak. The dismissal comes after more than two years of attempted prosecution that sought to convict protesters who opposed Atlanta's sprawling police training facility… |
(2026-01-02). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2026-01-02). How the Right Turned Mass Shootings Into Vehicles for Anti-Palestinian Hate. truthout.org We were putting up decorations when my friend got the emergency alert. It was my roommate's birthday, and we had just returned from shopping for drinks and party snacks. My friend works in a physics lab at Brown University, in the building where the shots had been reported. His coworkers were sheltering in their office. He listened to the police scanner with his headphones because we didn't want… |
(2026-01-02). Trump endangers Taiwan again with multi-million dollar Lockheed Martin deal as Xi vows reunification soon. hindustantimes.com The Pentagon greenlights a new Lockheed Martin deal for Taiwan's Air Force, including advanced infrared targeting pods. In addition to this is Trump's record $11.1 billion package which is colliding with China's "Justice Mission 2025" blockade drills and vows of "reunification". Is Washington safeguarding Taiwan or accelerating a showdown?>
(2026-01-02). (W.E. Talk) Experts on 2026: China's 15th Five-Year Plan significant for the World. ecns.cn Benjamin Norton, founder of the Geopolitical Economy Report, U.S. foreign policy expert, also emphasized that the 15th Five-Year Plan is not only crucial for China but also of great significance to the world. China's contributions in areas such as scientific and technological innovation benefit not only its own people but also people around the globe.
(2026-01-02). Corporate Media Advances Conservative Narrative About Minnesota Fraud. portside.org Corporate Media Advances Conservative Narrative About Minnesota Fraud |
(2026-01-02). Walpurgis night of madness: Germany in the grip of climate socialism. strategic-culture.su By Thomas KOLBE | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Historians will struggle to find another nation so thoroughly deceived by a small…
(2026-01-02). Pezeshkian congratulates Cuban Revolution anniversary. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran has congratulated the anniversary of the victory of the Cuban Revolution.
(2026-01-02). Xi's message for New Year widely lauded. ecns.cn Global experts hailed President Xi Jinping's New Year message as an inspiring voice of optimism and stability in an increasingly complex and uncertain world, offering reassurance amid global challenges.
(2026-01-02). Sudan's el-Fasher now a "ghost town" after RSF takeover. aljazeera.com Nathaniel Raymond of Yale School of Public Health warns of mass deaths in Sudan as UN visits el-Fasher…
(2026-01-02). Madison, January 4, 2026: Imagining Our Wildest Dreams: Schools, Selves, Worlds and Possibilities (Art Exhibit Showcasing Transgender Nonbinary K-12 Students Work). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-02). Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja hopes to inspire the 'different' after calling time on Test career. geo.tv 
(2026-01-02). Iran lashes out at Trump's interventionist threats. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — The Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council has warned that any US interference in Iran's internal matters would destabilize the entire region and directly undermine American interests.
(2026-01-02). Trump Threatens Action Over Deadly Protests in Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Friday that Washington could intervene if Iranian security forces fire on protesters, as nationwide unrest over soaring inflation entered its fourth day. In a social media post, Trump said the United States was "locked and loaded," days after protests left several people dead in western Iran. The warning follows …
(2026-01-02). Dozens killed, over 100 injured in fire at Swiss ski resort. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — At least 40 people lost their lives and 115 others were injured when a fire broke out at a crowded bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, during a New Year's Eve celebration.
(2026-01-02). Trump says 'will come to their rescue' if Iran kills protesters. newarab.com 
US President "We are locked and loaded and ready to go," he said in a social media post. The United States struck Iranian nuclear facilities in June, joining an Israeli air campaign that targeted Tehra…
(2026-01-02). Bihar Train Heist Unveils Internal Police Involvement. devdiscourse.com In a dramatic turn of events, a Government Railway Police (GRP) officer investigating a major gold robbery was arrested for his alleged role in the crime, raising serious questions about integrity within the force.
(2026-01-02). The recent Kampala-Masaka traffic jam should worry security officials. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Samson Tinka | On 29th Dec 2025, I landed in an unexpected evening traffic jam at a place called Mpambire, around 40 km on the Kampala-Masaka road. I imagined there was an accident a few meters ahead that had slowed us down. I didn't know that I would leave the same spot 15 hours …
(2026-01-02). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-02). Sudan team hopes Africa Cup of Nations success can end war. newarab.com 
Sudan's team has reached the knockout stage of the competition for only the second time since they won the tournament in 1970, overcoming the immense difficulties of being exiled from their country Th…
(2026-01-02). Thailand's Myanmar Mediation Is Failing. unitedworldint.com The crisis in Myanmar has become the test case for ASEAN. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Today, it is entering its fourth year with no endgame on the horizon. The military regime is as entrenched as ever, and anti-junta forces have become more united in their efforts, while humanitarian conditions continue to deteriorate month after month. …
(2026-01-02). 2025 in Retrospect: Plight of Christians in India. ummid.com This year's attacks on Christians in India is yet another warning signal of the silence and double speak of the ruling dispensation.
(2026-01-02). OIL: Uganda eyes double-digit growth. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has been racing to bring its oil and gas fields in the west of the country into commercial production, a long-awaited milestone that officials said could propel the East African nation onto a path of double-digit economic growth from 2026. Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni struck an optimistic tone in …
(2026-01-02). Meet Mohammed Haris: The Owner of Al Hind Air, India's latest airline. ummid.com The Al Hind Air, owned and promoted by T. Mohammed Haris, has finally obtained the much needed No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation.
(2026-01-02). Trump Administration Makes Deep Cuts at FEMA as Climate Crisis Accelerates. truthout.org The Trump administration this week made abrupt cuts to the top federal disaster response agency, even as US communities face increased threats from natural disasters caused by the global climate crisis. Independent journalist Marisa Kabas reported on Wednesday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) "has begun issuing termination notices" to staff at the agency's Cadre of On-Call… |
(2026-01-02). SPL 2025/26: Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr only FC to win 10 opening matches. ummid.com Saudi Football Club Al-Nassr, led by Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, created another record Saturday, becoming the only club in the history of Saudi Pro League (SPL) to win all opening 10 matches.
(2026-01-02). IIM JAP 2026: Direct Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com IIM (Indian Institute of Management) Raipur has started online registration for candidates who have passed CAT 2025 and now seeking admission in two-year full time MBA program through Joint Admission Process or JAP 2026.
(2026-01-02). Xi says China makes solid advances on new journey of modernization. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China has met the targets in its 14th Five-Year Plan for economic and social development, and made solid advances on the new journey of Chinese modernization.
(2026-01-02). Rabbi from religious nationalist group attacked in Jaffa; police probing possible racial motive. haaretz.com Tension between Jews and Arabs in Jaffa has intensified after a pregnant Arab woman was attacked with pepper spray early last month…
(2026-01-02). US authorities arrest 18-year-old accused of plotting ISIL-inspired attack. aljazeera.com Officials announced the suspect has been charged with attempting to provide 'material support' for 'terrorism'.
(2026-01-02). Punjab's Universal Healthcare Revolution: The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. devdiscourse.com Punjab's Health Minister, Dr Balbir Singh, has announced the launch date for the much-anticipated 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna'. Set to begin on January 15, the scheme offers free, cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh for every family in the state.
(2026-01-02). Defense ministry rebuffs criticism over drills around Taiwan. ecns.cn The Ministry of National Defense said a recent large-scale exercise around Taiwan was intended to deter "Taiwan independence" forces and foreign interference, pushing back against criticism from several Western governments that the drills undermined regional stability.
(2026-01-02). Why I am on hunger strike in solidarity with Pal Action detainees. aljazeera.com In the Pal Action detainees, I see my own story. I see clear evidence that Guantánamo did not end; it spread.
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Friday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Iran protests turn deadly as New Year unrest spreads beyond cities; at least 7 killed. ptcnews.tv Iran protests: Iran has witnessed a sharp escalation in nationwide protests as demonstrations against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei turned violent with the arrival of the New Year. According to reports citing Iranian media and rights groups, several protesters and at least seven persons have been killed in clashes between demonstrators and security forces.What began as urban protests has now expanded into rural and semi-urban regions, signaling a wider and more volatile phase of unrest.Students, traders lead anti-government protestsUniversity students in Tehran were among the first to take to the streets…
(2026-01-02). Xi says China's reunification is unstoppable. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said the Chinese people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait share a bond of blood and kinship.
(2026-01-02). Xi says CPC exercises strict self-governance to fight corruption. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said the Communist Party of China (CPC) exercised strict self-governance through credible measures, and promoted the Party's self-revolution to fight corruption and advance healthy governance.
(2026-01-02). Yemen province launches bid for military bases after STC advance. newarab.com 
Yemen's Salem Al-Khanbashi made the announcement shortly after he was also appointed to lead the Saudi-supported National Shield forces in resource-rich Hadramawt, bordering Saudi Arabia. | "This operation is not a declaration of war, nor an attempt t…
(2026-01-02). Dental Care in Andheri: Treatments, Technology and Safety Standard. ummid.com The main reason people prefer a dental clinic in Andheri is the ease of access to it because there is a good metro connectivity, railway stations, and it is well connected to major road links.
(2026-01-02). Most important Iran developments in the past week. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — Here is a concise weekly digest of the most significant political, economic, cultural, and social developments in Iran, published every Friday by Mehr News Agency.
(2026-01-02). Xi to Host South Korea's Lee Amid Japan—Taiwan Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese President Xi Jinping will host South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on a state visit starting Sunday, marking their second meeting in just two months. Such a short interval between summits is unusual and signals Beijing's intent to rapidly strengthen ties with Seoul. The visit comes at a sensitive time in Northeast Asia. China—Japan …
(2026-01-02). Robert Fico New Year speech: Peace, sovereignty & stability for Slovakia in 2026. hindustantimes.com Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico delivered his New Year 2026 address marking the 33rd anniversary of Slovakia's independence, calling for peace, sovereignty, and social stability ahead of a pivotal election year. Speaking candidly, Fico warned of rising political polarization, rejected street politics and violence, and emphasized democratic competition through free elections. He strongly opposed Slovakia's involvement in the war in Ukraine, urging peaceful coexistence among nations. Fico outlined domestic priorities including housing affordability, infrastructure projects, regional government visits, and economi…
(2026-01-02). Creative Action Was Off The Charts In 2025. popularresistance.org The rise of authoritarianism in the United States had devastating consequences in 2025. It was a year of unrelenting injustice, maddening and terrifying at once. Amidst the cycles of heartbreak and hope, resistance surged to unprecedented levels. Along with mass demonstrations and powerful boycotts, there were countless acts of creative protest that rekindled spirits, made us laugh out loud, and kept us rising up. | In nonviolent struggle, creativity is an enduring superpower — and we've seen it working powerfully for us in 2025.
(2026-01-02). Trump raises new rhetoric against Iran over protests. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — US President Donald Trump has issued a new threat against Iran, claiming that Washington is "locked and loaded" and ready to intervene should Iranian authorities allegedly use violence against protesters.
(2026-01-02). Cover-Up is an indispensable chronicle of American overreach. strategic-culture.su By Leon HADAR | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A new documentary about the journalist Seymour Hersh uncovers the pathologies of U.
(2026-01-02). Saudi consul leaves UAE as STC vow to continue Yemen war. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia's consul in Dubai said he was stepping down from…
(2026-01-02). Hochul must reveal the "ruinous cost" of the Climate Act. wattsupwiththat.com If the Climate Act requires severs economic damage to New Yorkers over the next few years, that incredible fact should be a major election issue. That it is being kept secret is disgraceful.
(2026-01-02). Pope Leo warns against rising militarism and calls for 'unarmed' peace in 2026. hindustantimes.com Pope Leo led a solemn Mass at St. Peter's Basilica on January 1 to mark the World Day of Peace, which coincides with the Roman Catholic Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. In his homily, the pontiff urged the faithful to look to the Nativity as a symbol of "unarmed and disarming peace," amid rising global conflict. He reiterated concerns raised in his December message about growing military spending and the misuse of religion to justify war or nationalism. Pope Leo also reflected on the nearing conclusion of the Catholic Church's Holy Year of Jubilee, dedicated to hope.
(2026-01-02). Lessons to learn from the brutal murder of Anjel Chakma. ummid.com The town of Dehradun, including India, has to search its conscience and decide how it can do right by Anjel Chakma and what can be done to inculcate greater inclusivity.
(2026-01-02). The Global Reset Baton Passing to China. globalresearch.ca With the World Economic Forum, we knew the outcome. It was written down. They told us. Endless scripts of exactly how the world would operate under a One World Government. | It was assumed that America would be that tyrannical dictator. …
(2026-01-02). Palestine advocates praise NYC's Mamdani for revoking pro-Israel decrees. aljazeera.com Israeli government hits out at newly sworn-in New York City mayor, falsely calling him a 'Muslim Brotherhood Islamist'.
(2026-01-02). Plane crash indicates increased tensions in the seas. unitedworldint.com The Chief of Staff of the Libyan Armed Forces died in a plane crash close to Ankara. Geopolitical circumstances raise questions, says Dr. Fahri Erenel in an interview. A plane crash close to the capital city of Ankara has caused wide debates and speculations in Türkiye. On December 23rd, a private plane crashed, killing all …
(2026-01-02). Dubai transports over 2.8 million passengers during New Year 2026 celebrations. geo.tv 
(2026-01-02). 7 dead as Saudi jets strike UAE-backed separatists in 'peaceful' Yemen operation. scmp.com Seven separatist fighters died in air strikes on Friday as the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen hit back against a sweeping advance by the UAE-backed Southern Transition Council (STC) that threatens to spiral into a major confrontation. | The deaths are the first from coalition fire since the secessionist STC seized swathes of Hadramawt and Mahra provinces last month.
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Saudi Envoy Says Yemen Separatist Leader Blocked Aden Landing. moderndiplomacy.eu Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Yemen said the leader of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC), Aidarus Al-Zubaidi, blocked a Saudi delegation from landing at Aden international airport on Thursday. The incident followed Zubaidi's reported decision to halt air traffic at the airport. The STC, which advocates for southern Yemen's independence, is backed by the United …
(2026-01-02). Number of registered Nanjing Massacre survivors falls to 23. ecns.cn With her death, the number of living registered survivors of the atrocity has dropped to 23, said the memorial hall in Nanjing, the capital city of East China's Jiangsu province.
(2026-01-02). China's L3 autonomous driving pilot gets off to a strong start, targeting full-scenario autonomy by 2030. ecns.cn Since receiving approval to operate on public roads on Dec. 20, Changan Deepal vehicles equipped with Level-3 autonomous driving systems have performed well in pilot operations, achieving zero major operational risks, zero accidents with equal or greater liability, and zero traffic violations, a company executive said Wednesday.
(2026-01-02). When the USSR and China Saved Humanity: How They Won the World Anti-Fascist War. orinocotribune.com 
By Ben Norton -Dec 26, 2025 | It was the Soviet Union and China that defeated fascism in WWII. Their heroic contribution was later erased by the West. In the First Cold War, the US recruited former Nazis. | 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the defeat of fascism in World War Two. Unfortunately, the history of this extremely important conflict is not very well understood today. | It was not the United States and its Western allies that defeated fascism in WWII. That is a myth that is promoted by Hollywood movies. | In reality, it was the Soviet Union and China that defeated fascism in WWII. However, their heroic…
(2026-01-02). Why Association of Chartered Accountants scrapped online exams. ummid.com In a move to combat cheating, UK based Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has announced to scrap online or remote (at-home) exams from March.
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Muslim Newsmakers of 2025. ummid.com Team ummid.com looks back at the year that was, and chronicled below some of the Muslim Newsmakers of 2025.
(2026-01-02). Congratulations extended to Swiss president. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message on Thursday to Guy Parmelin on his assumption of the presidency of the Swiss Confederation, highlighting the high-level development of China-Switzerland relations.
(2026-01-02). Choosing a career? In a fast-changing job market, listen to your inner self—counsellor. independent.co.ug 
Many young people will one day do jobs that don't yet exist or did not exist a few years ago COMMENT | KOBUS MAREE | The world of work today, in the 21st century, is far more unpredictable than it was in the 20th century. Jobs come and go, roles change constantly, and automation and …
(2026-01-02). The Most Shameful Moment of 2025. ummid.com Read on as Team ummid.com takes a review of the soon-to-be-ending year, and chronicles the most shameful moment(s) and most ashamed moments of the Year 2025.
(2026-01-02). Somaliland Recognition by Israel. ummid.com Israel's recognition does not automatically secure Somaliland broader international acceptance, but it changes the conversation.
(2026-01-02). New Year's Eve sparklers may have caused deadly Swiss bar fire: Official. aljazeera.com Families face agonising wait as investigators work to identify at least 40 people killed, many others wounded in blaze.
(2026-01-02). Saturday 1/10: Increase habitat for wild things, raise wages for humans: the walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-01-02). 'Locked and loaded': Trump appears to threaten war with Iran. responsiblestatecraft.org President Donald Trump warned Friday that, if Iranian authorities kill civilians taking part in a growing protest movement, then the U.S. will "come to their rescue.""We are locked and loaded and ready to go," Trump said in an early morning post on Truth Social.The apparent threat to attack Iran comes just days after Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who
(2026-01-02). VIDEO: Iranians pay tribute to Martyr Qassem Soleimani's tomb. en.mehrnews.com KERMAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — Masses of Iranians are converging on Kerman's Martyrs' Cemetery to commemorate the sixth martyrdom anniversary of former IRGC Quds Force Commander Lt. Gen. Qassem Soleimani.
(2002-01-26). CCP fines Mezan Beverages Rs150m for copying PepsiCo's Sting. tribune.com.pk 
A fine of Rs150 million has been imposed on Mezan Beverages (Pvt) Ltd on Friday for copying the packaging and trade dress of PepsiCo's energy drink "Sting" by the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP). | According to the Commission, Mezan's energy drink 'Storm' mimicked Sting's overall design, colour combination, bottle shape, and branding, creating a clear likelihood of consumer confusion. The Commission categorised this as parasitic copying, violating Section 10 of the Pakistan Competition Act 2010. | Section 10 of the Pakistan Competition Act 2010 prohibits undertakings from engaging in "deceptive market…
(2026-01-02). Xi delivers 2026 New Year message. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday delivered his 2026 New Year message in Beijing. Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China has met the targets in its 14th Five-Year Plan for economic and social development, and made solid advances on the new journey of Chinese modernization.
(2026-01-02). Trump and top Iranian official exchange threats over protests in Iran. aljazeera.com US president says Washington will intervene if Tehran violently suppresses protests over high prices.
(2026-01-02). Saturday 1/3: Meetup: Animal Liberation and the End of the Carceral System. indybay.org 2414 6th St. Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-02). Maduro says open to US talks on drug trafficking. newarab.com 
Maduro, in an interview with Spanish journalist Ignacio Ramonet, reiterated that the US wants to force a government ch…
(2026-01-02). Highlights of Chinese President Xi Jinping's 2026 New Year message. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China has met the targets in its 14th Five-Year Plan for economic and social development, and made solid advances on the new journey of Chinese modernization.
(2026-01-02). Five things you need to know about protests in Iran. aljazeera.com Mass protests are spreading across Iran, but what's driving them and where could they lead? Here's what we know.
(2026-01-02). Mainland pledges deeper cross-Strait integration in 2026 message. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland's top Taiwan affairs official said efforts will be made in 2026 to expand exchanges and promote integrated development between the mainland and Taiwan, according to a New Year message addressed to Taiwan compatriots.
(2026-01-02). PLA wraps up military drills around Taiwan. ecns.cn The People's Liberation Army concluded its joint military drills around Taiwan, demonstrating a firm resolve to thwart "Taiwan independence" separatists and external intervention, a spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-01-02). AMU in shock after ABK School Teacher's brutal murder. ummid.com The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is in shock after the brutal murder of ABK Union School teacher Rao Danish Ali Wednesday December 24, 2025.
(2026-01-02). Champagne sparklers blamed for Swiss bar fire that killed 40. scmp.com Investigators said on Friday that they believe sparkling candles atop champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a Swiss ski resort when they came too close to the ceiling of a bar crowded with New Year's Eve revellers. | Authorities planned to look into whether the material on the ceiling that was designed to muffle sound conformed with regulations. | The candles, which give off a stream of upwards-shooting sparks, were the same type that is commonly available for parties, officials said.
(2026-01-02). Gauteng law enforcement arrests 1 160 on New Year's eve. sanews.gov.za Gauteng law enforcement arrests 1 160 on New Year's eve | Gauteng police, working together with other law enforcement agencies, on New Year's Eve arrested more than 1 160 people for various criminal offences, with about 900 of them being wanted suspects for serious and violent crimes. | The arrests were made during operations that were conducted in all the five districts – Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, Tshwane, Sedibeng and West Rand. | "The integrated multidisciplinary operations resulted in over 1 160 people being arrested, including illegal immigrants and for crimes such as possession of unlicensed firearms, drunk…
(2026-01-02). Alert: CBSE 10th, 12th March 3, 2026 Papers Rescheduled. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has rescheduled the Class 10th and 12th Papers of the 2026 Board Exams to be held on March 03, 2026.
(2026-01-02). Trump pulls National Guard from cities after court defeats, warns 'they could…" hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he's withdrawing National Guard troops from Chicago, Portland and Los Angeles after facing major legal setbacks and court rulings that blocked or limited the deployments. The president framed the move as temporary and claimed the troop presence helped reduce crime, even warning federal forces might return "in a much different and stronger form" if crime surges again. City and state leaders, however, celebrated the decisions as victories against federal overreach, noting local efforts led to crime declines and courts refused to allow forced troop deployments.
(2026-01-02). China / United States — Latin America And The Caribbean. popularresistance.org As if by fate and unplanned twists of history, at the very moment that Trump was threatening Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) and Marco Rubio was making clear his conviction that the Western Hemisphere is Washington's property, thus reviving the Monroe Doctrine and its Trump corollary for the 21st century, the government of the People's Republic of China released its third document on its foreign policy toward the region. | In 2008, the Chinese government published the first Document on China's Policy Toward Latin America and the Caribbean, in which it set out the objective of establishing a China-LAC Compre…
(2026-01-02). Sunday 1/11: Pigeon First Aid. indybay.org 885 Market St, San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-02). CUET 2026: NTA Releases Registration Guideline, Syllabus. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the guidelines for registration, syllabus and online application process for the candidates planning to appear in the Common University Entrance Test or CUET 2026 (UG).
(2026-01-02). Iran reaffirms continued support from Axis of Resistance. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — The deputy chief commander of Iran's IRGC says that Islamic Republic of Iran insists on continuing unwavering support for the Axis of Resistance, noting that enemies' threats will have no impact on the resistance path.
(2026-01-02). Pan-African Progressive Front: '70% Of Africans Back Reparations'. popularresistance.org A recent communiqué and continent-wide survey released by the Pan-African Progressive Front (PPF) signals a crucial shift in Africa's reparations movement, moving it from symbolic demands to a coordinated political and institutional agenda. | The survey, conducted across all regions of Africa and involving 1,861 respondents from 57 African countries and the diaspora, found that 70.3% of Africans support demanding reparations from former colonial powers, while more than 78% favor an interstate reparations fund under public oversight.
(2026-01-02). Unique tea leaf culture in Myanmar. independent.co.ug 
YANGON | Xinhua | As the old Myanmar saying goes, "Mango is the best fruit and tea is the best leaf." For centuries, tea leaves have held a special place in Myanmar culture — not only brewed as a drink, but also eaten as fermented leaves and deeply rooted in everyday life and traditions. While …
(2026-01-02). The Full Transcript of Zohran Mamdani's Inauguration Speech. portside.org The Full Transcript of Zohran Mamdani's Inauguration Speech |
(2002-01-26). New gas reserves discovered in K-P for second consecutive day. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has announced the discovery of new gas reserves in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa for the second consecutive day, and informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange of the latest find. | According to a letter issued by PPL, gas reserves of 1.58 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd) have been discovered from the TAL Block in Kohat district. The discovery follows an earlier announcement of oil and gas reserves in the district, over which the prime minister had congratulated the nation. | In its disclosure, PPL stated that the TAL Joint Venture, comprising MOL Pakistan Oil & Gas Co BV (as Op…
(2026-01-02). Wednesday 1/21: Community Forum on Make Polluters Pay and Threats of Offshore Oil Drilling. indybay.org London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-02). Mamdani: "For too long in our city, freedom has belonged only to those who can afford to buy it." juancole.com (
(2026-01-02). US judge orders DC pipe bomb suspect to remain in custody ahead of trial. aljazeera.com Prosecutors say Brian Cole confessed to planting bomb while parroting Trump's false claims 2020 election was stolen.
(2026-01-02). On TV, Iran President's 1st reaction amid massive protest, deaths over economic hardship | Pezeshkian. hindustantimes.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has acknowledged that failures by state authorities contributed to the current crisis gripping the country, as widespread protests erupt over worsening economic conditions. The unrest, the largest seen in Iran in three years, has led to deadly clashes between protesters and security forces. As tensions escalate, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington would intervene if peaceful protesters are violently targeted, while Iran continues to struggle under sanctions, inflation, and regional conflict fallout.
(2026-01-02). Iran, Houthis laugh as Arab war worsens in Yemen: Saudi Vs UAE over key airport now | Aden | Red Sea. hindustantimes.com Tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council escalated after a Saudi delegation was denied entry into Yemen's southern city of Aden on January 1. Riyadh said a plane carrying senior officials was refused landing clearance at Aden International Airport on the orders of separatist leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi, who allegedly shut the airport's airspace. Saudi officials warned the move undermines coordination within the anti-Houthi bloc and threatens regional stability. The incident comes amid growing Saudi-UAE friction, separatist territorial expansion in southern Yemen, and recent st…
(2026-01-02). Uganda pilots first state-owned Money Market Fund. independent.co.ug 
The government-backed scheme aims to attract first-time investors who may be hesitant to trust private asset managers Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has launched a pilot of Africa's first government-owned unit trust scheme, aiming to channel informal household savings into regulated investment products and strengthen domestic capital markets. The Okusevinga Money Market Unit Trust …
(2026-01-02). GATE 2026 Mock Test, Paper Schedule Released. ummid.com IIT Guwahati, the official authority to conduct Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026, has released the GATE 2026 Paper Schedule and Mock Test on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-02). Why rich 'refugees' flock to Ukraine from impoverished Europe for Christmas. strategic-culture.su Are these still refugees who supposedly cannot return to their homeland? | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Anger is boiling over in…
(2026-01-02). RRB CEN 09/2025: Application starts on Jan 21 for 22,000 vacancies. ummid.com The Indian Railways has issued Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) notification void CEN 09/2025 to fill around 22,000 Group D Level -1 vacancies and posts.
(2026-01-02). Iran's Larijani warns Trump of 'chaos' if US intervenes in protests | Netanyahu. hindustantimes.com Iran's top security chief Ali Larijani has issued a stark warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, saying American interference in Iran's unfolding protests would trigger chaos across West Asia and destroy U.S. interests. This comes after Trump declared the United States was "locked and loaded" and would "come to the rescue" of peaceful demonstrators if they were killed by Iranian forces. Watch for more…
(2026-01-02). Nigeria denies persecution of Christians after US missile attack. ummid.com Donald Trump said the US missiles on Christmas Day attacked 'terrorists' targeting Christians in Nigeria even as the Giant of Africa denied persecution of Christians in the country as claimed by the U.S. President…
(2026-01-02). A Disquieting Read: Reflections on Western Certainty in a Multipolar World. fairobserver.com The heart-warming hustle-bustle of Christmas and the optimistic welcoming in the New Year are over. A quiet content has enveloped the house. Yes, there is a spot of winter gardening to do, but that can wait until the afternoon. With a large steaming mug of coffee in my hands, I eagerly ensconce myself in my…
(2026-01-02). New York's Mamdani Takes Office, Pledges Democratic Socialist Agenda. moderndiplomacy.eu Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's mayor on Thursday, becoming the city's youngest mayor in decades and the first to take office as an openly democratic socialist. Elected last November with about 50% of the vote, Mamdani ran a campaign centered on cost-of-living pressures, sharply criticizing Republican President Donald Trump and promising …
(2026-01-02). New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani pledges left-wing success after taking office. geo.tv 
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife, Rama Duwaji, during his inauguration ceremony on January 1, 2026. —ReutersVows to set an example for the world through New York's leadership.Centres his message on cost-of-living pressures and economic justicePromises to…
(2026-01-02). New weapons to Taiwan: Overdue correction' or poorly timed move? responsiblestatecraft.org On December 17, while much of the nation was watching President Donald Trump's primetime "year-in-review" address to the nation,
(2026-01-02). Scott Ritter Explains How Iran Is Reshaping the Middle East Power Balance. thealtworld.com Former U.S. Marine intelligence officer and UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter warns that rising tensions around Iran could push the Middle East toward a far wider and more dangerous conflict. | In this in-depth conversation, Ritter analyzes recent U.S. military posturing, regime-change rhetoric, and covert pressure campaigns, arguing that Washington's approach toward Iran mirrors past strategies that led to prolonged wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya.
(2026-01-02). These Delaware teens are heading to Washington as Senate youth delegates. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Two Delaware high school seniors have been selected to represent the state in the The selection process begins with nominations from high schools across the state and concludes with interviews and an exam, all for just two available seats. This year, Sussex Central High School senior Rafael Farrera-Juarez an…
(2026-01-02). Hong Kong Stocks Surge on AI Optimism. devdiscourse.com Hong Kong's stock market began the year 2026 with positivity, spurred by optimism in the domestic artificial intelligence sector, reaching a 1.5-month peak.
(2026-01-02). University of Nebraska is eliminating a key climate research department. grist.org 
In his 15 years of farming full time, Quentin Connealy has weathered his share of storms — literally. | The first major flood hit in 2011. Three more came in 2019. The waters rose again in 2024 and ruined about 20 percent of his crops. This past summer, he dealt with at least three hail and wind events that damaged his corn and soybeans. | To Connealy, whose family has been farming in Nebraska for 131 years, the weather has grown more extreme, posing a greater threat to his family's farmland, which extends across thousands of acres in Burt County about an hour north of Omaha. He tries to plan as much as…
(2026-01-02). Xi to fire drones at Taiwan off of cargo vessels? Ships converted to carriers with UAV launchpads. hindustantimes.com New images circulating online suggest China is experimenting with truck-mounted catapult systems capable of launching drones from commercial ships, raising questions about how civilian vessels could be adapted for military use. The setup appears to show multiple trucks linked together to form a makeshift launch track, complete with visible propulsion components. Analysts say this could point to efforts to rapidly expand drone-launch capabilities at sea amid rising regional tensions, blurring the line between civilian and military assets. While the exact purpose and readiness of the system remain unclear, the test…
(2026-01-02). Yemen's separatist STC calls for independence vote as fighting intensifies. aljazeera.com Southern Transitional Council says it wants to hold a vote on independence from the north.
(2026-01-02). Beijing-Tangshan intercity railway starts full-line operation. ecns.cn The Beijing-Tangshan intercity railway linking Tongzhou District of Beijing, Baodi District of Tianjin, and Tangshan of Hebei, all in north China, started full-line operation Tuesday.
(2026-01-02). Xi says China is one of economies with fastest growing innovation capabilities. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China sought to energize high-quality development through innovation in 2025.
(2026-01-02). Americans be mindful of their soldiers' safety, Iran says in response to Trump's military threat. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's national security chief on Friday warned President Donald Trump that any U.S. interference in Iran's internal affairs would put the lives of American soldiers in the region in jeopardy, saying Trump should understand the consequences of any military intervention.
(2026-01-02). Inside the program that helps kids in Philly's foster system deal with trauma. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Studies estimate that up to Those backgrounds, combined with the experience of being uprooted from their homes, can lead to significant struggles for both foster chil…
(2026-01-02). Why Trump Just Paused Tariffs on Sofas Vanities? thinktank.pk In a surprise New Year's Eve move that could reshape household budgets across the United States, President Donald Trump has hit the pause button on planned tariff increases for key home essentials. Effective immediately, the one-year delay on hikes for upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities offers potential relief to consumers grappling with inflation and …
(2026-01-02). Israel approves construction of a courtyard roof at Tomb of the Patriarchs, holy to both Jews and Muslims. haaretz.com The Hebron Municipality, which is run by Palestinians, petitioned Israel's High Court of Justice challenging both the expropriation of the site of the future roof and the limited transfer of planning authority. A hearing is expected to be held in the case next week…
(2026-01-02). 'Israel' killed 56 journalists in 2025. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — At least 128 journalists were killed worldwide in 2025, with more than half of the deaths occurring in the Middle East, according to figures released Thursday by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ).
(2026-01-02). Sunday 1/18: UUSF Forum with Supervisor Connie Chan: "Together We Can Make a Difference" indybay.org 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, 94109 | or Zoom: | zoom.us/j/97346645791?pwd=j03Vscthp3KTO9… | Meeting ID: 973 4664 5791Passcode: 345518…
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Friday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Sjoerd Marijne: Return of the Coach to Transform Indian Women's Hockey. devdiscourse.com In a significant development, Dutch coach Sjoerd Marijne has returned as the chief mentor for the Indian women's hockey team. Marijne, known for leading the team to a remarkable fourth-place finish at the Tokyo Olympics, resumes his role during a critical transition phase for the squad.
(2026-01-02). Saturday 1/3: Virtual screening of the film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HfI5……
(2026-01-02). (W.E. Talk) Why does the world need China more than ever in 2026. ecns.cn The year 2026 marks the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026—2030) period. And the world anticipates a China striding confidently forward on the path of high-quality development. Amidst the turbulence of profound global changes and as the world navigates uncertainty with difficulty, the certainty emanating from China is increasingly seen as a "ballast stone" for maintaining the international order.
(2026-01-02). Mamdani Revokes Executive Order Banning Divestment From Israel on First Day. truthout.org On his first day in office, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani revoked all of the executive orders issued by former Mayor Eric Adams after his indictment in 2024 — including measures that sought to crack down on pro-Palestine protests and advocacy. In December, Adams signed an order that prohibited city agencies from actions like boycotting or divesting from Israel, which the office labelled… |
(2026-01-02). Full text: Chinese President Xi Jinping's 2026 New Year message. ecns.cn On New Year's Eve, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his 2026 New Year message through China Media Group and the internet.
(2026-01-02). South Carolina measles outbreak grows to 185 cases amid vaccination worries. aljazeera.com The outbreak comes after the US charted its highest number of annual measles cases in more than three decades in 2025.
(2026-01-02). The Dunhuang Flying Dancers in the 1,360 ∞C kiln fire. ecns.cn When the sands of time from millennium-old Dunhuang greet the millennium-old kiln fires of Jingdezhen, a dialogue of civilizations across time and space quietly begins within the hues of glaze.
(2026-01-02). IOF Intensifies West Bank Raids as Settler Attacks Escalate. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces (IOF) launched widespread raids and arrests across the West Bank early Friday, alongside a surge in violent attacks by armed settlers targeting Palestinian communities and property. Israeli occupation forces continue their wide-scale demolition campaign in Nur Shams refugee camp, east of Tulkarm, as part of the ongoing offensive in the camp since …
(2026-01-02). Pakistan court sentences journalists to life over 2023 pro-Khan protests. aljazeera.com Court sentences journalists in absentia over alleged links to violent unrest after ex-PM Imran Khan's May 2023 arrest.
(2026-01-02). Rough year for UN amid wars, calls for reform. ecns.cn The past year has not been a peaceful one inside the United Nations headquarters in New York, as the world continued to be entangled in wars, humanitarian crises and growing geopolitical divisions amid mounting pressure on the multilateral system.
(2026-01-02). Swiss investigators rush to identify victims of New Year's fire. scmp.com Investigators on Friday set about the ‚Äåpainful task of identifying the burned bodies from a blaze that engulfed a crowded bar and killed around 40 people at a New Year's Eve party in the ‚Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana. | Emanuele Galeppini, a 16-year-old Italian international golfer who lived in Dubai, was named on Friday as the first of several possible victims from Italy to be identified.
(2026-01-02). How and why are protests spreading in Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-01-02). Afghanistan flash floods: 17 dead, thousands affected amid heavy rainfall. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: At least 17 persons have lost their lives and 11 others have been injured following flash floods triggered by the first heavy rains and snowfall of the season in Afghanistan, officials reported. The sudden floods have impacted multiple regions, causing damage to homes, roads, and livestock.According to Mohammad Yousaf Hammad, spokesperson for Afghanistan's National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA), most fatalities have occurred since Monday in the districts most severely affected by the flooding. The extreme weather has disrupted daily life across central, northern, southern and western provin…
(2026-01-02). TOP IA STORY OF 2025: High Court logging appeal decision a game changer. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-02). Imam Ali birthday anniv., Gen. Soleimani martyrdom anniv. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) — A ceremony was held in the holy city of Qom to mark the sixth anniversary of of the martyrdom of General Qasem Soleimani as well as the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS).
(2026-01-02). Saudi-UAE rivalry explodes into view after strike in war-torn Yemen. scmp.com For years, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia projected geopolitical and economic power across the Gulf and beyond, seemingly in tandem. | But a growing rivalry and struggle for influence has come to a head – most recently in Yemen – following years of divergence over a tangle of competing interests that reach from regional waterways to the corridors of power in Washington, analysts say.
(2026-01-02). The Awkward Chronicles of Uncle Sam: Tariff Bullying and Backfire. ecns.cn Those who hurt their neighbors will ultimately fall into the abyss. Those who go against the tide will inevitably be crushed. Those who try to undermine the operation of the global free trade system will be the first to fail, and will always be the so-called "smart ones."
(2026-01-02). Belfast rallies for Palestine hunger strikers as memories of 1981 return. aljazeera.com For many in Belfast, the pro-Palestine hunger strikes are a reminder of what Irish republicans endured 44 years ago.
(2026-01-02). Hollywood star Tommy Lee Jones' daughter found dead on New Year's Day. hindustantimes.com Victoria Kafka Jones, 34, daughter of "Men in Black" star Tommy Lee Jones, was found unresponsive at San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel around 3 a.m. on New Year's Day and pronounced dead at the scene. Cause of death is still unknown as police and medical examiners continue their investigation.
(2026-01-02). JEE Advanced 2026 Information Brochure Released. ummid.com The IIT Roorkee has published JEE Advanced 2026 Information Brochure detailing the registration start date, exam schedule, syllabus and other important details.
(2026-01-02). Global Stocks Start 2026 Firmly as Precious Metals Rally Extends. moderndiplomacy.eu Global equity markets opened 2026 on a positive note in thin holiday trading, extending momentum from a strong year-end rally. Activity was muted due to market closures in Japan and China, while investors looked ahead to a year likely shaped by shifting U.S. monetary policy, AI-driven growth, and political uncertainty under President Donald Trump. Precious …
(2026-01-02). Reviving the Magic: 'Band Baaja Baaraat' Returns to Cinemas. devdiscourse.com PVR INOX is gearing up to re-release Yash Raj Films' 'Band Baaja Baaraat,' bringing back the celebrated debut of Ranveer Singh alongside Anushka Sharma, in theaters on January 16.
(2026-01-02). Highlights of Xi's 2026 New Year message. ecns.cn Xi said China has met the targets in its 14th Five-Year Plan for economic and social development, and made solid advances on the new journey of Chinese modernization.
(2026-01-02). LIVE: Fighting breaks out in eastern Yemen along border with Saudi Arabia. aljazeera.com Separatist Southern Transitional Council accuses Saudi Arabia of bombing its forces near the border.
(2026-01-02). 2026's Dark Welcome: Deadly Accidents, Burning Bars, and Unrelenting Wars. thinktank.pk As the world welcomed 2026 with fireworks and festivities, the new year dawned under a shadow of sorrow. From a catastrophic blaze in a Swiss Alpine bar claiming dozens of lives to scattered fatalities across Europe and persistent violence in conflict zones, January 1 painted a grim picture of human vulnerability. The Heart of the …
(2026-01-02). DHS and White House Officials Partying Like It's 1930s Germany: Amid Growing Fascist Trends. scheerpost.com By Joshua Scheer While many of us are celebrating the New Year with family and friends, the White House and its allies are doing the same—but seemingly partying as if it were 1930s Germany. Among the most reprehensible people in the administration—which, admittedly, isn't saying much—are DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, aka "ICE Barbie," and White …
(2026-01-02). Alaa Abdel Fattah's lawyer condemns UK campaign over old posts. newarab.com 
Activists and friends of British-Egyptian political activist "They are paying a heavy price," Khaled Ali, Abdel Fattah's lawyer, told The New Arab. "They did this in the past and are doing it now." | Abdel Fattah, who arrived in Britain last week, after a travel ban slapped against him in Egypt was lifted, is at…
(2026-01-02). Xi urges efforts to write new chapter in story of China's miracle. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged solid steps to promote high-quality development, further deepen reform and opening up across the board, deliver prosperity for all, and write a new chapter in the story of China's miracle.
(2026-01-02). Internationalism: "More and more people are saying no.'. indybay.org I think it's important that a movement on the streets repeatedly voices the political demand for an end to arms deliveries to Israel. The International Criminal Court is also calling for this — and we must remind our governments of this. | We can put pressure on Israel and its supporters, but it is the Palestinians themselves who will liberate themselves.
(2026-01-02). Explained: How to change gmail.com email address. ummid.com In a much desired feature, Google has now decided to allow @gmail.com email address users to change with a new user name without losing data and also brand value.
(2026-01-02). Police arrest serial rapist in the Free State. sanews.gov.za Police arrest serial rapist in the Free State | The South African Police Service (SAPS) has successfully apprehended a 55-year-old man who is allegedly linked to a string of rapes and robberies spanning over two decades across Welkom, Thabong, and Bloemfontein. | The suspect's run from the law ended recently after he allegedly attacked a 21-year-old female victim. | "The victim was walking home from town through the Magengenene graveyard when she was attacked and raped. Alert community members responded to the incident, chased the suspect, and successfully handed him over to the Mangaung police," SAPS said on Thu…
(2026-01-02). The Misinformation Inquisition: How Censorship Shields Approved Narratives from Scrutiny. wattsupwiththat.com Yet, there is cause for optimism in this twilight of technocratic hubris. President Trump's re-election signals a pivot toward evidence-based policy, unshackling science from the misinformation inquisition. By defunding activist enclaves like NCAR and enforcing transparency via executive order, the administration paves the way for genuine inquiry. Imagine a world where debates on climate sensitivity, the role of solar cycles, or the costs of adaptation are conducted openly, without fear of cancellation.
(2026-01-02). Sunday 1/25: UUSF Forum: Frances Aubrey: "From Trauma to Thriving: A Grandmother's Wisdom" indybay.org 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, 94109 | or Zoom: | zoom.us/j/95251025792?pwd=a4z8HAQbyZU3Pk… | Meeting ID: 952 5102 5792 Passcode: 250362…
(2026-01-02). Orsted Seeks Court Injunction Against U.S. Wind Lease Suspension. moderndiplomacy.eu Denmark's Orsted said on Friday it is challenging the U.S. government's suspension of the lease for its Revolution Wind offshore project and will seek a court injunction to overturn the decision. The project, a 50-50 joint venture between Orsted and Global Infrastructure Partners' Skyborn Renewables, is under construction off the U.S. East Coast. The Trump …
(2026-01-02). Asian ally betrays USA, woos China amid Taiwan war fears? | South Korea | Trump | Japan. hindustantimes.com South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will highlight China's role in promoting peace on the Korean Peninsula during a January 4—7 state visit aimed at restoring Seoul—Beijing relations. The visit comes as South Korea seeks balanced diplomacy amid rising regional tensions involving China, Japan, and Taiwan.
(2026-01-02). Sanctions, Public Discourse and Democratic Safeguards. moderndiplomacy.eu Restrictive measures under the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) are instruments of external action. They are intended to address organized threats, including hybrid interference and foreign information manipulation, typically understood as networked and coordinated activity originating beyond the Union's borders. When such measures are imposed on individuals who live and work within the …
(2026-01-02). Trump and Iran official exchange threats after protests turn deadly in the Islamic Republic. scmp.com US President Donald Trump and top Iranian officials exchanged duelling threats on Friday as widening protests swept across parts of the Islamic Republic, further escalating tensions between the countries after America bombed Iranian nuclear sites in June. | At least seven people have been killed so far in violence surrounding the demonstrations, which were sparked in part by the collapse of Iran's rial currency but have increasingly seen crowds chanting anti-government slogans.
(2026-01-02). Surprise! A $600 Million Insect Protein Animal Feed Business Just Went Bankrupt. wattsupwiththat.com Even starving dogs wouldn't eat their product?>
(2026-01-02). How Noise Affects Our Health. whyy.org We live in a noisy world — from the din of busy restaurants, to the roar of traffic, to the clamor of partying neighbors. We'll explore what researchers are learning about the connections between noise, hearing loss and our well-being.
(2026-01-02). Trump says he takes more aspirin than recommended: Is that dangerous? aljazeera.com Revelations about Trump's use of the blood thinner emerge during a newspaper interview.
(2002-01-26). Bashir, Potts in England squad for final Ashes Test. tribune.com.pk 
Seamer Matthew Potts and spinner Shoaib Bashir were included in a 12-man England squad Friday for the fifth Ashes Test against Australia as the tourists look to finish the series on a high. | Potts is the only unused fast bowler from their original 16-man squad and gets his chance after Gus Atkinson limped off with a hamstring issue at the previous Test in Melbourne, which England won inside two days. | Fellow quicks Jofra Archer and Mark Wood have similarly succumbed to injury. | Wood (knee) only played the first Test in Perth while Archer was ruled out after the third Test in Adelaide with a side strain. | A…
(2026-01-02). First steps, NY mayor Mamdani revokes pro-Israel IHRA definition. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-02). South Korean court issues fresh arrest warrant for ex-president Yoon. ecns.cn A South Korean court issued a fresh arrest warrant for ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday, extending the former leader's detention while facing charges linked to his 2024 attempt to impose martial law.
(2026-01-02). Mohamed Salah's goal takes Egypt to AFCON 2025 Quarter-Finals. ummid.com Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool star who is also leading Egypt national football team, Saturday scored a classic goal to beat South Africa and take the Pharaohs to 2025 Africa Cup Quarter-Finals.
(2026-01-02). Xi says China ready to work with all countries to advance world peace, development. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China is ready to work with all countries to advance world peace and development.
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Dollar Starts 2026 Slightly Higher After Steepest Annual Fall in Eight Years. moderndiplomacy.eu The U.S. dollar opened 2026 modestly higher on Friday after suffering its biggest annual decline in eight years. Thin holiday trading and closed markets in Japan and China kept volumes low, with investors positioning ahead of key U.S. economic data due next week. The dollar's weakness in 2025 was driven by narrowing interest-rate differentials with …
(2026-01-02). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-02). Trump's Takeover of Education Is Taking a Page From the Confederacy. portside.org Trump's Takeover of Education Is Taking a Page From the Confederacy |
(2026-01-02). New weapons to Taiwan: 'Overdue correction' or poorly timed move? responsiblestatecraft.org On December 17, while much of the nation was watching President Donald Trump's primetime "year-in-review" address to the nation,
(2026-01-02). These are the competing groups controlling territory in Yemen. aljazeera.com Saudi-backed coalition forces in Yemen have launched air strikes targeting southern separatists.
(2026-01-02). Zelensky targets Putin's oil 'purse' with CIA in his corner?; Trump's own agency disrupts peace push. hindustantimes.com As Donald Trump pushes for a Ukraine peace breakthrough, a shadow war appears to be unfolding behind the scenes. Fresh reports suggest the CIA quietly helped Ukraine cripple Russia's oil refining backbone, Moscow's biggest cash engine. While Washington publicly froze aid and paused intelligence sharing, covert support allegedly continued, draining tens of millions daily from Russia's economy. The strikes shifted from symbolic damage to precision hits designed to stall production for weeks. Supporters say it strengthened Trump's leverage over Putin. Critics ask whether U.S. spies went rogue as negotiations intensi…
(2026-01-02). Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel's six simple rules for a long and healthy life. whyy.org In the article, he argued that quality of life matters more than longevity, which results inevitably in decline, disability and disease. He will not turn 75 until 2032, at which point he said he would refuse treatments and tests and live out his natural life. | In the meantime, Emanuel has written a book, Eat Your Ice Cream, about how to live a long and healthy life. | He urges readers to forget the pricey…
(2026-01-02). Targeting Putin and New Year celebrations… Western war psychosis in desperation mode. strategic-culture.su The sick cynicism of the NeoNazi Kiev regime and its Western sponsors knows no depth. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The sick cy…
(2026-01-02). Waukesha, First Saturday of the Month 2026 Music for Collective Rage. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-02). Trump's 'rescue' threat and Iran's unified rebuttal: From official condemnation to public ridicule. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- A provocative social media post by U.S. president Donald Trump has triggered a wave of sharp reactions across Iran's political establishment and social media landscape, reviving long-standing memories of U.S. interventionism and exposing what Iranian officials describe as the deep hypocrisy embedded in Washington's rhetoric on human rights.
(2026-01-02). Xi congratulates Guy Parmelin on assuming Swiss presidency. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday sent a congratulatory message to Guy Parmelin on his assuming presidency of the Swiss Confederation.
(2026-01-02). Venus Williams gets Australian Open wildcard aged 45. aljazeera.com United States tennis legend Venus Williams returns to the Australian Open for the first time since 2021.
(2026-01-02). Traffic officers continue to maintain high visibility. sanews.gov.za Traffic officers continue to maintain high visibility | With the festive season holidays drawing to a close, road users are encouraged to act responsibly and remain vigilant as heavy traffic is anticipated on all major routes nationwide this weekend. | Law enforcement officers will maintain high levels of visibility during this period. | "Motorists are advised to plan their trips carefully. They are advised to avoid travelling at night as evidence shows that most deadly crashes happen after sunset and in the early hours of the morning. | "Travel data analysed since the start of the festive season road safety camp…
(2026-01-02). As Electricity Bills Rise, Activists Are Demanding Public Control of Utilities. truthout.org Electricity bills for millions of utility customers are skyrocketing across the U.S. while the number of households facing extreme utility debt is mounting. Energy costs are being turbocharged by the AI data center boom, which is prolonging the burning of fossil fuels in the face of intensifying climate chaos. Overseeing all this is a powerful regime of investor-owned utilities that dominate our… |
(2026-01-02). Senegal vs Sudan: AFCON 2025 — team news, start time and lineups. aljazeera.com War-ravaged Sudan have defied the odds to reach the last 16, but, face their toughest test against heavyweights Senegal.
(2026-01-02). Wednesday 12/31: New Eve Kaleidophone! indybay.org Peace United Church | 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-01-02). End of 2025: How the 'kill line' shatters the American Dream. ecns.cn As 2025 draws to a close, a term originally from the gaming world, the "kill line", has recently entered online discussions as a lens to understand U.S. social and economic vulnerability, sparking widespread debate.
(2026-01-02). Saturday 1/31: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-01-02). The Awkward Chronicles of Uncle Sam: Claimed Glory, Met Chaos. ecns.cn "Clever" Uncle Sam's 2025 scorecard: shift blame, stall governance, profit from conflicts, swing the tariff hammer—only to hit himself.
(2026-01-02). Models & Lab Studies. wattsupwiththat.com If you want to determine how well a particular medicine works, what's the worst possible type of study you can do?>
(2026-01-02). Pakistan Super League Goes Big: 2 New Teams Coming in 2026. thinktank.pk Pakistan's premier T20 cricket extravaganza, the Pakistan Super League (PSL), is on the cusp of a historic transformation. Starting with Season 11 in 2026, the league will expand from six to eight teams, injecting fresh energy, regional pride, and massive commercial potential into the country's sporting landscape. Among the frontrunners in this high-stakes race is …
(2026-01-02). Revving Up: Major 2026 Vehicle Launches in India's Auto Industry. devdiscourse.com In a significant development for India's automotive sector, several top manufacturers are gearing up for a flood of vehicle launches slated for early 2026. This wave of new models marks an intensified competition across the electric vehicle (EV) and internal combustion engine (ICE) segments.
(2026-01-02). OPEC+ to maintain oil output amid Saudi-UAE tensions over Yemen. newarab.com 
Sunday's meeting of eight members of OPEC+, which pumps about half the world's oil, comes after oil prices fell more than 18 percent in 2025 — their steepest drop since 2020 — amid growing ove…
(2026-01-02). Más de tres mil brasileños retornaron al país en 2025. radiohc.cu Más de tres mil brasileños retornaron al país el pasado año, con la última entrada de 124 el 31 de diciembre, según datos del Ministerio de Derechos Humanos y Ciudadanía (MDHC), citados este viernes por medios locales. | Desde principios de 2025, el llamado programa Aquí está Brasil realizó 37 operaciones, garantizando el regreso de esa cantidad de nacionales en situación de vulnerabilidad, en su mayoría provenientes de Estados Unidos. | Lo anterior representa casi el doble de las mil 600 repatriaciones de 2024. | Tales deportaciones masivas fueron una de las promesas de campaña del presidente estadounidense, Don…
(2026-01-02). 'La migra se llevó a mi papá': Cómo la aplicación de la ley migratoria está afectando a los estudiantes de Delaware mucho antes de que suene el timbre escolar. whyy.org Antes de que un niño abra un libro de texto, es posible que su día ya sea duro. | Para los estudiantes hijos de padres inmigrantes, el aprendizaje con frecuencia concurre con una carga silenciosa pero presente en su cabeza: el miedo a que uno de sus padres pueda no estar en casa al terminar la jornada escolar. Es una ansiedad que puede desencadenarse con una simple llamada a la puerta o con el estrés de cargar con las preocupaciones de los adultos. Las tareas escolares se vuelven difíciles cuan…
(2026-01-02). Aprecio por Cuba ratifica India en mensaje por fecha patria. radiohc.cu 
El canciller de India, Subrahmanyan Jaishankar, ratificó el aprecio de su Gobierno a las relaciones con Cuba en un mensaje a propósito del aniversario 67 del Triunfo de la Revolución de la nación caribeña. | En un mensaje en X, el ministro de Asuntos Exteriores del país surasiático felicitó a su homólogo Bruno Rodríguez, al Gobierno y al pueblo de Cuba por la patriótica fecha. | ´Saludos al FM @BrunoRguezP, al Gobierno y al pueblo de Cuba en su Día Nacional. Apreciamos nuestra asociación de muchos años ª, publicó el jefe de la diplomacia india en la referida red social. | Jaishankar acompañó su post e…
(2026-01-02). Vanguardia artística cubana prepara edición XXX del Festival de Trovadores Longina. radiohc.cu La Asociación Hermanos Saíz (AHS) ultima detalles para el XXX Festival de Trovadores Longina canta a Corona, que acogerá en próximos días la central provincia Villa Clara, dedicado este año al cantautor Silvio Rodríguez. | Esta edición tendrá lugar del 7 al 11 de enero, con el apoyo de numerosas instituciones y artistas y cinco jornadas de conciertos, exposiciones y encuentros culturales, informa el programa publicado por la organización en su perfil de Facebook. | El cronograma incluye actividades en esta ciudad cabecera y otros municipios de la provincia, como Caibarién, donde se realizará la tradicional peregr…
(2026-01-02). Partido Comunista de Uruguay reafirma solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu El Partido Comunista de Uruguay (PCU) reafirmó este viernes su solidaridad con Cuba y el rechazo al bloqueo que contra la isla caribeña ejerce el gobierno de Estados Unidos por más de seis décadas. | Así lo expresa una declaración enviada por el Comité Ejecutivo del PCU al Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, en ocasión del aniversario 67 de la Revolución Cubana y en el año del centenario del natalicio de su líder histórico, Fidel Castro. El texto afirma que el proceso revolucionario cubano continúa siendo ejemplo de ´dignidad, soberanía, justicia social y solidaridad práctica y permanente con los…
(2026-01-02). Maldivas por estrechar nexos con Cuba. radiohc.cu El canciller de Maldivas, Abdulla Khaleel, expresó su interés de estrechar los nexos con Cuba en un mensaje de felicitación a su homólogo cubano, Bruno Rodríguez, al Gobierno y al pueblo de la nación caribeña. | En la misiva por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores maldivo manifestó su deseo de trabajar estrechamente con su par de la mayor de las Antillas para fortalecer los lazos bilaterales y multilaterales en los próximos años. | "En nombre del Gobierno y del pueblo de la República de Maldivas, y en el mío propio, deseo transmitirle mis más cordiales salud…
(2026-01-02). Comienzan a aplicarse desde el 1 de enero de 2026 nuevas cuotas para impuestos del transporte terrestre. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de modificaciones de nuevas cuotas para el pago del Impuesto sobre el transporte terrestre y sobre la Propiedad o posesión de embarcaciones, comenzarán a aplicarse desde hoy en todo el país, de acuerdo con la Ley 181 del Presupuesto del Estado, correspondiente al 2026.
(2026-01-02). 'La migra se llevó a mi papá': Cómo la aplicación de la ley migratoria está afectando a los estudiantes de Delaware mucho antes de que suene el timbre escolar. whyy.org Antes de que un niño abra un libro de texto, es posible que su día ya sea duro. | Para los estudiantes hijos de padres inmigrantes, el aprendizaje con frecuencia concurre con una carga silenciosa pero presente en su cabeza: el miedo a que uno de sus padres pueda no estar en casa al terminar la jornada escolar. Es una ansiedad que puede desencadenarse con una simple llamada a la puerta o con el estrés de cargar con las preocupaciones de los adultos. Las tareas escolares se vuelven difíciles cuan…
(2026-01-02). Vanguardia artística cubana prepara edición XXX del Festival de Trovadores Longina. radiohc.cu La Asociación Hermanos Saíz (AHS) ultima detalles para el XXX Festival de Trovadores Longina canta a Corona, que acogerá en próximos días la central provincia Villa Clara, dedicado este año al cantautor Silvio Rodríguez. | Esta edición tendrá lugar del 7 al 11 de enero, con el apoyo de numerosas instituciones y artistas y cinco jornadas de conciertos, exposiciones y encuentros culturales, informa el programa publicado por la organización en su perfil de Facebook. | El cronograma incluye actividades en esta ciudad cabecera y otros municipios de la provincia, como Caibarién, donde se realizará la tradicional peregr…
(2026-01-02). Bolsonaro sale del hospital y regresa a la prisión en Brasil. cubadebate.cu El expresidente brasileño Jair Bolsonaro recibió hoy el alta médica del capitalino hospital DF Star y regresó a la sede de la Policía Federal (PF), donde cumple prisión desde el 22 de noviembre por tentativa golpista. Bolsonaro estuvo hospitalizado desde el 24 de diciembre y fue operado de una hernia inguinal bilateral.
(2026-01-02). Matanzas despidió un año de profundas complejidades. radiohc.cu El año 2025 transcurrió en la provincia cubana de Matanzas en un escenario marcado por profundas complejidades económicas y sociales, derivadas del prolongado impacto del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de los Estados Unidos, las tensiones del sistema electroenergético nacional y un contexto internacional adverso. Aun así, el territorio mantuvo en funcionamiento sus principales programas económicos y sociales, apoyado en la organización institucional y el esfuerzo colectivo de su población. | Desde el punto de vista económico, Matanzas concentró sus acciones en sostener la producción y los servicios ese…
(2026-01-02). Enfrentar el 2026 de una manera diferente: convocatoria del Gobierno cubano. radiohc.cu 
A enfrentar el 2026 de una manera diferente convocó el miembro del Buró Político y primer ministro, Manuel Marrero Cruz, a los integrantes del Consejo de Ministros en su última reunión de este año, encabezada por el Primer Secretario y Presidente, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez. | Vamos a enfrentar desafíos parecidos a los del 2025, alertó, pero tenemos una base normativa de muchas cuestiones que se han ido aprobando, destrabando, facilitando; se han flexibilizado varios procesos, precisamente para aprovechar y buscarle solución a nuestros propios problemas, para integrar todos los actores económicos del país. | "Cua…
(2026-01-02). 'Presiones económicas reales': los clientes de Delmarva Power sienten la presión a medida que las tarifas de electricidad y gas siguen subiendo. whyy.org Los contribuyentes de Delaware siguen enfrentándose al aumento de los precios de los servicios públicos, ya que Delmarva Power solicita decenas de millones en aumentos de ingresos por el suministro, transmisión y distribución de gas y electricidad. Las solicitudes de aumento de tarifas se ven agravadas por la lentitud del operador regional de la red, PJM Interconnection, para añadir nuevo suministro a la red y los precios récord de capacidad. | La compañía de energía atiende a 344,000 clientes reside…
(2026-01-02). El 2026 comienza bien frío: Reportan mínima de 5,4 grados en Aguada de Pasajeros. cubadebate.cu El cuarto sistema frontal de la actual temporada invernal durante las pasadas veinticuatro horas estuvo desplazándose muy debilitado por el centro y el oriente del archipiélago cubano. El mismo ha impuesto una masa de aire más fría, seca y estable que ha ocasionado un descenso marcado de las temperaturas extremas. En consecuencia, la pasada madrugada fue muy fría en Cuba.
(2002-01-26). Narvaez, Ruegg to defend Tour Down Under titles. tribune.com.pk 
Tour Down Under champions Jhonatan Narvaez and Noemi Ruegg will be back to defend their titles at the season-opening UCI World Tour race, officials said Friday, heading a stellar field that also boasts Tour de France queen stage winner Ben O'Connor. | Ecuador's Narvaez (UAE Team Emirates) won a heart-pumping climb up Willunga Hill to help claim the Ochre Jersey in Adelaide in 2025 ahead of Spain's Javier Romo (Movistar Team). | Switzerland's Ruegg took out the women's race from Dutch rider Silke Smulders. | UAE Team Emirates are boosted by 2023 winner Jay Vine, with the Australian coming off a stellar season t…
(2026-01-02). Nostradamus predictions for 2026: War, death and global unrest; who was Nostradamus? ptcnews.tv Nostradamus predictions for 2026: As the year 2026 begins, followers of Nostradamus are once again debating his dark predictions for the future. Nostradamus, whose real name was Michel de Nostredame, was a French astrologer and physician who lived in the 16th century. He is best known for his book Les Propheties, published in 1555, which contains 942 short poems, called quatrains.Supporters believe his writings predicted major events such as Adolf Hitler's rise, the 9/11 attacks, and the COVID-19 pandemic, though historians say these interpretations are vague and open to debate.Why 2026 is being linked to his wr…
(2026-01-02). ALBA-TCP conmemoró aniversario de la Revolución cubana. radiohc.cu El ALBA-TCP se unió a la conmemoración del aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, ocurrida el 1 de enero de 1959. | La Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos (ALBA-TCP) señaló en un comunicado que esa fecha "abrió un horizonte irreversible de dignidad, soberanía y justicia social para Cuba y para toda Nuestra América". | Afirmó que aquel triunfo fue obra de la Generación del Centenario, juventud consciente que, inspirada en el ideario de José Martí, asumió la lucha como deber histórico frente a la dominación colonial y la opresión imperial. | El blo…
(2026-01-02). El 2026 comienza bien frío: Reportan mínima de 5,4 grados en Aguada de Pasajeros. cubadebate.cu El cuarto sistema frontal de la actual temporada invernal durante las pasadas veinticuatro horas estuvo desplazándose muy debilitado por el centro y el oriente del archipiélago cubano. El mismo ha impuesto una masa de aire más fría, seca y estable que ha ocasionado un descenso marcado de las temperaturas extremas. En consecuencia, la pasada madrugada fue muy fría en Cuba.
(2026-01-02). Dan a conocer la Letra del Año 2026. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de sacerdotes cubanos de la religión Yoruba dio a conocer en la madrugada de este primero de enero la Letra del Año, algunos consejos para enfrentar el nuevo período que comienza. La ceremonia, donde se reúnen practicantes consagrados de gran experiencia consagrados al culto de Ifá es una de las tradiciones más arraigadas para los creyentes.
(2026-01-02). ALBA-TCP conmemoró aniversario de la Revolución cubana. radiohc.cu El ALBA-TCP se unió a la conmemoración del aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, ocurrida el 1 de enero de 1959. | La Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos (ALBA-TCP) señaló en un comunicado que esa fecha "abrió un horizonte irreversible de dignidad, soberanía y justicia social para Cuba y para toda Nuestra América". | Afirmó que aquel triunfo fue obra de la Generación del Centenario, juventud consciente que, inspirada en el ideario de José Martí, asumió la lucha como deber histórico frente a la dominación colonial y la opresión imperial. | El blo…
(2026-01-02). Bolsonaro sale del hospital y regresa a la prisión en Brasil. cubadebate.cu El expresidente brasileño Jair Bolsonaro recibió hoy el alta médica del capitalino hospital DF Star y regresó a la sede de la Policía Federal (PF), donde cumple prisión desde el 22 de noviembre por tentativa golpista. Bolsonaro estuvo hospitalizado desde el 24 de diciembre y fue operado de una hernia inguinal bilateral.
(2026-01-02). Dan a conocer la Letra del Año 2026. cubadebate.cu Un grupo de sacerdotes cubanos de la religión Yoruba dio a conocer en la madrugada de este primero de enero la Letra del Año, algunos consejos para enfrentar el nuevo período que comienza. La ceremonia, donde se reúnen practicantes consagrados de gran experiencia consagrados al culto de Ifá es una de las tradiciones más arraigadas para los creyentes.
(2026-01-02). Matanzas despidió un año de profundas complejidades. radiohc.cu El año 2025 transcurrió en la provincia cubana de Matanzas en un escenario marcado por profundas complejidades económicas y sociales, derivadas del prolongado impacto del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de los Estados Unidos, las tensiones del sistema electroenergético nacional y un contexto internacional adverso. Aun así, el territorio mantuvo en funcionamiento sus principales programas económicos y sociales, apoyado en la organización institucional y el esfuerzo colectivo de su población. | Desde el punto de vista económico, Matanzas concentró sus acciones en sostener la producción y los servicios ese…
(2026-01-02). 'Presiones económicas reales': los clientes de Delmarva Power sienten la presión a medida que las tarifas de electricidad y gas siguen subiendo. whyy.org Los contribuyentes de Delaware siguen enfrentándose al aumento de los precios de los servicios públicos, ya que Delmarva Power solicita decenas de millones en aumentos de ingresos por el suministro, transmisión y distribución de gas y electricidad. Las solicitudes de aumento de tarifas se ven agravadas por la lentitud del operador regional de la red, PJM Interconnection, para añadir nuevo suministro a la red y los precios récord de capacidad. | La compañía de energía atiende a 344,000 clientes reside…
(2026-01-02). Thailandia e Cambogia: il cessate il fuoco regge solo se passa da Pechino. strategic-culture.su Il nuovo cessate il fuoco tra Thailandia e Cambogia segna una svolta possibile dopo settimane di combattimenti e sfollamenti. La differenza, oggi, è il perno della mediazione cinese: non coercizione, ma piattaforme di dialogo, diplomazia navetta e aiuti umanitari. L'opposto delle passerelle statunitensi. | Segue nostro La firma del nuovo cessate il fuoco tra Thailandia e Cambogia, entrato in vigore a mezzogiorno del 27 dicembre ora local…
(2026-01-02). Shreveport City Council Disrupted Over Secretive AI Data Center. popularresistance.org Shreveport, LA — On December 18, community members packed a Shreveport city council meeting Thursday afternoon at 3 p.m. to oppose a proposed artificial intelligence data center being introduced through a special use permit. The meeting became a flashpoint for public anger over secrecy, environmental harm and corporate control of local government. | City council members met to discuss and vote on the proposal despite having signed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) that conceal critical details of the project from the public.