(2026-01-15). From Peacekeeping to Gaza: Why Pakistan Is Hesitating on Phase Two. thinktank.pk In the evolving landscape of Middle East diplomacy, phase two of the Gaza peace initiative—spearheaded by international efforts—marks a critical shift toward long-term reconstruction and security. As of January 14, 2026, this stage emphasizes demilitarization, governance reforms, and humanitarian recovery in the war-torn region. For Pakistan, a nation with deep historical ties to Palestinian causes …
(2026-01-15). Wary of Israeli appropriation, Palestine lists 14 sites with UNESCO. aljazeera.com Palestinian Authority submits files for Gaza's Old City and West Bank landmarks to UNESCO World Heritage list.
trtworld.com (2026-01-15). Russia accuses US of tearing apart global order with Venezuela raid, Iran threats Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that the United States was fragmenting the very international system which Washington helped to create by undertaking what he said was an illegal operation to topple Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and by threatening Iran with attack.
(2026-01-15). Gaza plan phase two: US to discuss Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal. aljazeera.com The second phase of the ceasefire deal includes naming a panel of Palestinian technocrats to lead post-war Gaza.
(2026-01-15). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-15). The Epstein Files Spark Class Conflict. counterpunch.org 
An undated photograph from Epstein's estate. Class conflict in America has been primarily framed either in economic terms favored by the left or in cultural terms favored by the right. The Epstein files could be presented from either perspective, but their most potent impact has been the cultural division they expose between an elite class
(2026-01-15). Majority of Americans reject Trump's military intervention in Venezuela. radiohc.cu 61% of Americans reject the foreign policy and military interventions ordered by President Donald Trump, especially after the recent military aggression in Venezuela, according to the latest data from the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. | Fifty-six percent of adults in the United States believe that Trump "has gone too far" by using military power to intervene in sovereign nations, a stance complemented by the 57% of those surveyed who disapprove of his handling of the situation in the South American country, where the White House has attempted to exert direct control over energy resources. | This dis…
(2026-01-15). What Does Venezuela Have to Do With Taiwan? counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-15). I Used to Be a Critic of the Two-Party System Now I Wish We Had One. counterpunch.org 
I am told that if I don't like what "my government" is doing, I should write to "my representative." So I dropped Senator Adam Schiff a note about the US war on Venezuela. The senator's reply, with my translations of his Washington-speak (in italics) provided in brackets, is as follows: "I have been opposing the
(2026-01-15). The real price of the Venezuela coup: Iran's regional support against Israel/U.S. strategic-culture.su Does Trump have the slightest idea of what a war with Iran actually means in practical terms? Does he understand that removing Maduro has galvanised support for Iran when that war starts? | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-01-15). Venezuela: Acting President Rodríguez Announces 406 Releases of Detainees, Holds 'Productive' Call With Trump. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "That process is not yet complete; it remains open," she emphasized from Miraflores Palace this Wednesday, January 14, reporting that 406 people have bee…
(2026-01-15). How South Korea's Billions Will Upgrade Trump's War Machine. counterpunch.org 
In a flagrant disregard for international law and national sovereignty, the Trump administration invaded and kidnapped Venezuela's President Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. Rather than being an isolated event, the increasing bravado of and remarks from President Donald Trump open the terrifying possibility that, if not opposed, Trump's war machine will proliferate its aggressions,
(2026-01-15). Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez holds dialogue with Donald Trump. radiohc.cu The interim president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, confirmed this Wednesday, January 14th, that she had a "long, productive, and courteous" telephone conversation with the President of the United States, Donald Trump, while the constitutional president, Nicolás Maduro, remains kidnapped in New York since January 3rd. | Through a message posted on social media, Rodríguez emphasized that the dialogue took place within a "framework of mutual respect" and addressed a "bilateral work agenda for the benefit of our people, as well as pending issues" in the relationship between the two governments. | The president's co…
(2026-01-15). Venezuela Attack: End of the Petrodollar? counterpunch.org With each passing day, Donald Trump & Company's military assault on Venezuela — and the extractions of Pres. Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores — is considered less and less about the capture of a "wanted criminal" but about one issue — the petrodollar. Why did Trump & Company force regime change in Venezuela
(2026-01-15). Venezuela's Rodriguez vows release of more prisoners, holds call with Trump. aljazeera.com Trump showers acting Venezuelan president with praise after first phone call since US abduction of President Maduro.
(2026-01-15). Friday 1/16: Emergency Rally: Fight Against War in Venezuela. indybay.org
(2026-01-15). If Europe starts attacking Russian cargo ships, all bets are off. responsiblestatecraft.org Inspired by the U.S. seizure on the high seas of ships carrying Venezuelan oil, Britain and other NATO countries are now
(2026-01-15). Heroes fallen in Venezuela to be posthumously promoted. radiohc.cu The Revolutionary Government of the Republic of Cuba has announced, hours before the start of the public tribute to the 32 fallen combatants in Venezuela, the decision to posthumously promote all the heroes in military rank, as a worthy and well-deserved homage to their sacrifice. | The mortal remains of the 32 internationalists who gave their lives in defense of the sovereignty of the sister Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela will arrive in Havana this Thursday, January 15, where they will be received with military honors at José Martí International Airport. | They will then be transferred to the headquarters of t…
(2026-01-15). Trump's Autocratic Logic and Foreign Intervention: America's New Protection Racket. juancole.com Quincy, CA (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Political analysis aims at understanding events that are only partially knowable by comparing them with conceptual frameworks that have been useful before. Mr. Trump's actions in Venezuela appear chaotic by the standards of policy consistency or national interest. Viewed through the lens of contemporary autocratic practice, his recent moves fit well, eliciting new streams of tribute, bargaining with fellow autocrats, and making progress toward criminalizing the US military. | By ordinary political standards, Mr. Trump once again appears to be erratic. He ca…
(2026-01-15). Venezuela: U.S. attack seriously violates international law. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). Venezuela: Presidenta encargada Delcy Rodríguez dialogó con Donald Trump. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez confirmó este miércoles que tuvo una "larga, productiva y cortés" conversación telefónica con el mandatario de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, mientras el presidente constitucional Nicolás Maduro y su esposa Cilia Flores permanecen secuestrados en Nueva York, desde el 3 de enero. | Mediante un mensaje publicado en redes sociales, Rodríguez destacó que el diálogo se desarrolló en un "marco de respeto mutuo" y abordó una "agenda de trabajo bilateral en beneficio de nuestros pueblos, así como de asuntos pendientes" en la relación entre ambos gobiernos. | La confirm…
(2026-01-15). Cuba: Ascienden póstumamente a los 32 héroes caídos en cumplimiento del deber en Venezuela. radiohc.cu A horas del inicio del tributo popular a nuestros 32 héroes caídos en cumplimiento de su deber en la hermana República Bolivariana de Venezuela, se ha decidido, como digno y merecido homenaje, que todos sean ascendidos en grado militar, con carácter póstumo. | La Habana, 14 de enero de 2026 | "Año del Centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz" | Tomado de Cubadebate…
(2026-01-15). En apoyo al pueblo de Venezuela, canción urgente nuestroamericana. radiohc.cu El cantautor cubano Raúl Torres compartió este miércoles en su perfil de Facebook el video oficial de su composición "Canción urgente nuestroamericana", que llama a la solidaridad con el pueblo de Venezuela frente a la agresión militar de Estados Unidos y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y su esposa, la primera combatiente, Cilia Flores. | La obra fue compuesta e interpretada por artistas y estudiantes cubanos, quienes a través de la música expresan su rechazo a las acciones imperialistas contra la nación bolivariana y su apoyo a la soberanía del Gobierno venezolano. | Este tema se suma a otras iniciati…
(2026-01-15). Gli Stati Uniti hanno ottenuto un cambio di regime in Venezuela? strategic-culture.su Siamo di fronte a un classico modus operandi degli Stati Uniti: molta pirotecnica, poca sostanza, zero pronostici. | Segue nostro Poco dopo il rapimento del presidente venezuelano Nicolás Maduro, l'evento è stato rapidamente diffuso come una tipica operazione di "cambio di regime" contro il suo nuovo obiettivo e nemico, il Venezuela. Critici e sostenitori del bolivarismo hanno inondato i social media con post che annunciavano la "fine" d…
(2026-01-15). Cuba rendirá honores a sus combatientes caídos en Venezuela. radiohc.cu Este jueves arribarán a la Patria los restos mortales de los 32 combatientes cubanos caídos heroicamente durante el criminal ataque perpetrado por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra la hermana República Bolivariana de Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | A su llegada recibirán el primer homenaje póstumo en ceremonia militar en el Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí, de La Habana. Luego serán trasladados por la Avenida Rancho Boyeros, hasta la sede del Ministerio de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (Minfar), en las inmediaciones de la Plaza de la Revolución. | Durante el trayecto, una representación del pueblo,…
(2026-01-15). Reciben en Cuba a colaboradores heridos en cobarde agresión contra Venezuela. radiohc.cu Acompañados por el miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CCPCC) y ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez arribaron a suelo patrio, colaboradores cubanos que resultaron heridos durante los recientes actos de violencia dirigidos contra el presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro Moros, su esposa; la diputada Cilia Flores, y el pueblo de esa hermana nación. | Al recibirlos en el Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí, de La Habana, los miembros del Buró Político del CCPCC, los generales de Cuerpo de Ejército àÅlvaro López Miera y Lázaro Alberto àÅlvarez Casas…
(2026-01-15). 32 Thais killed as crane collapses onto train. tribune.com.pk 
A crane at a China-backed high-speed rail project in Thailand collapsed onto a passenger train on Wednesday and caused it to derail, killing at least 32 people, authorities said. | The massive crane's broken structure was left resting on giant concrete pillars, while smoke rose from the wreckage of the train below, footage from the scene verified by AFP showed. | The company contracted to build the section of the high-speed rail where the crane fell, Italian-Thai Development — one of the Thailand's biggest construction firms — has seen a series of deadly accidents at its sites in recent years. | Th…
(2026-01-15). Musk's Grok to bar users from generating sexual images of real people. aljazeera.com The billionaire's platform has been inundated with Grok-produced sexualised images, including of children.
(2026-01-15). SA welcomes approval of AGOA Extension Bill. sanews.gov.za SA welcomes approval of AGOA Extension Bill | Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) Minister Parks Tau has welcomed the approval of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Extension Bill by the USA House of Representatives. | AGOA is critical legislation that allows for eligible sub-Saharan African countries to enjoy duty-free access to the US market. | "The renewal of AGOA will complement and support the implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area and creation of regional value chains, as well as support American businesses that depend on inputs and products imported into the US…
(2026-01-15). Israel's assaults on Palestinian Universities and targeting the Academic Sector. juancole.com — | Volker Türk
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights | Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro
President, UN Human Rights Council | Francesca Albanese
UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories | Your Excellencies, Madam Special Rapporteur: | We write on behalf of the Board of Directors and the Committee on Academic Freedom (…
(2026-01-15). Tropical Tropospheric Temperature Trends, 1979-2025: The Epic Climate Model Failure Continues. wattsupwiththat.com Maybe if the modelers figured out why their handling of moist convection is flawed, models would then produce warming more in line with observations, and more in line with each other.
(2026-01-15). We Are In A Crisis How To Build Communities That Can Respond. counterpunch.org 
A lawless administration — An oligarchy concentrating power The U.S. is in a crisis of historic proportions, scaling to previous eras such as the Civil War and 1930s Depression. It is a systemic crisis in the sense its political system is failing to respond either to immediate challenges or more deeply rooted problems out of
(2026-01-15). Sen. Warren's Bold Plan for Dems To Win in 2026 and 2028. portside.org Sen. Warren's Bold Plan for Dems To Win in 2026 and 2028 |
(2026-01-15). Amid Arab fear of Iran, US soldiers secretly leave Mideast bases while Trump threatens war? | Protest. hindustantimes.com Alarm bells are ringing across U.S. military installations in the Gulf after reports that some American personnel were advised to leave Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar amid rapidly escalating tensions with Iran. The reported posture change comes as President Donald Trump issues sharp warnings over Iran's protest crackdown, Tehran threatens retaliation, and U.S. warplanes increase activity at the region's most critical CENTCOM hub—putting American bases within missile range back into focus.
(2026-01-15). Union Leaders Accuse Trump Labor Department of Echoing Nazi Rhetoric. portside.org Union Leaders Accuse Trump Labor Department of Echoing Nazi Rhetoric |
(2026-01-15). In memory of internet star He Jiaolong: She left the spotlight to Xinjiang. ecns.cn I first met He Jiaolong in April 2021, at an office in the Department of Culture and Tourism of the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2026-01-15). Health official held in Quetta over illegal transport of medicines. tribune.com.pk 
Quetta police have arrested the District Health Officer (DHO) of Washuk after recovering a large quantity of government-issued medicines from his vehicle during a late-night operation, officials said on Wednesday. | According to police, personnel from New Sariab police station were conducting strict vehicle checks at the Mian Ghundi checkpoint on Mastung Road at around 2am, after information that government medicines from other districts were being illegally transported to Quetta for sale. | The operation was led by SDPO Shalkot Attar Rasheed and SHO New Sariab Fateh Sher. During the check, police stopped a ve…
(2026-01-15). Chinese scientists achieve first direct observation of Migdal effect. ecns.cn Dark matter holds the key to understanding the origin and evolution of the universe.Chinese scientists have directly observed the long-theorized Migdal effect for the first time, marking a major breakthrough in the global quest to detect light dark matter.
(2026-01-15). Astronauts depart International Space Station after medical emergency. aljazeera.com Four astronauts end their mission early so that a crew member can receive medical treatment.
(2026-01-15). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-15). Russia won't back down with Iran as Trump ramps up pressure, Lavrov says US undermines world | Watch. hindustantimes.com Russia has strongly condemned recent U.S. threats to launch military action against Iran, calling them "categorically unacceptable" and a gross violation of international law and norms. Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, assert that Washington's rhetoric undermines global stability, weakens the international order, and damages the U.S. image. Moscow also stressed that no outside power should interfere in Iran's internal affairs and reaffirmed its commitment to working with Tehran on bilateral agreements, while warning that escalation could have serious regional and global consequences.
(2026-01-15). Washington DC Turns Up Heat On ICE With Bill Banning Police Cooperation. popularresistance.org Washington, D.C. lawmakers are trying to put the heat on ICE and take a stand for residents with the introduction of the Safe Community Places and Policing Amendment Act of 2025 by Ward 4 Council Member Janeese Lewis George, who is also running for mayor of Washington. | The bill would ensure that the District's policies reflect local residents' values and public safety priorities by prohibiting D.C. police from joining in on immigration enforcement without a judicial warrant or court order. The bill is supported by Council Members Brianne Nadeau, Robert White, Charles Allen, and Zachary Parker.
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/31: We Need Single Payer Healthcare For All NOW! indybay.org Harry Bridges Plaza | Next to Ferry Building…
(2026-01-15). Friday 1/16: Protest genocide at the israeli consulate in SF. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | San Francisco…
(2026-01-15). Adelaide Writers' Week cancelled, new board apologises for censorship of Randa Abdel-Fattah. wsws.org South Australian Labor Premier Peter Malinauskas has intensified his vicious denunciations of the Palestinian academic and writer.
(2026-01-15). "We cannot have oligarchy" : Protesters oppose Trump's visit to Detroit. wsws.org On Tuesday, President Trump paid a visit to the MotorCity Casino in Detroit. Detroiters rallied against him. Mayor Mary Sheffield dispatched the Detroit Police, who arrested at least two protesters.
(2026-01-15). India shuts Kashmir medical college — after Muslims earned most admissions. aljazeera.com Hindu groups insisted that Muslims shouldn't benefit from institutions funded by Hindu charity.
(2026-01-15). Trip.com faces potential fines in antitrust probe. ecns.cn Observers note similarities between the current case and previous antitrust investigations into Alibaba and Meituan in 2020 and 2021, which resulted in fines of 18.228 billion yuan (about $2.61 billion) and 3.442 billion yuan, respectively. The comparison has fueled expectations that Trip.com could face significant penalties if violations are confirmed.
(2026-01-15). Confirmation Bias Replaces Science: How a Climate Scientist Turned 23 Zettajoules into Twitter Fiction. wattsupwiththat.com Its GHGs wot dun it….this is where physics quietly left the room, and narrative building took its place.
(2026-01-15). Hundreds of Minnesota students march to the Capitol to protest ICE. wsws.org The walkouts and demonstrations by hundreds of students, combined with the growing protests across Minnesota and the United States, show that the class struggle is entering a new upswing—leading to a direct confrontation with the Trump administration and the American oligarchy.
(2026-01-15). Iranian Intelligence Seizes US-Made Weapons, Explosives. popularresistance.org Iranian intelligence has announced the seizure of guns, ammunition, and over 200 kilograms of explosives from foreign-backed cells that participated in the instigation of riots across the country. Many of these arms are US-built weapons that were seized from "militants" who had hidden them in homes across Iran, the Intelligence Ministry said on 13 January. | State television also reported that several "terrorist groups" linked to Israel were detained in the southeastern city of Zahedan. | According to Sepah News, armed groups linked to Israel — which recently infiltrated Iran through its eastern borders [md…
(2026-01-15). 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)…
(2026-01-15). Mr. Hankey Joins Demonstrators on the Street at SF ICE Demo. indybay.org Jan 10 San Francisco. Large Tesla showroom is scene of ICE protest.
(2026-01-15). The Source Keeper Season 3 | Episode 3: guarding the vault of heaven. ecns.cn Tian Yingchun, Captain of the Forest Police Brigade of the Banma County Public Security Bureau, has been rooted on the plateau for 18 years.
(2026-01-15). What Happens If America Attacks Iran? Tehran's Response Options. thinktank.pk In the midst of escalating unrest in Iran, where protests have gripped the nation since late December 2025, the question of regime change looms large. As of January 2026, demonstrators are challenging the Islamic Republic's authority amid economic collapse, corruption, and a weakened military following conflicts with Israel. U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced support …
(2026-01-15). Iran-US live: Tension lingers amid Trump's threats, Tehran reopens airspace. aljazeera.com Tensions are rising in the region after the US began to withdraw some personnel from an airbase in Qatar.
(2026-01-15). Not Iran army, this special force to foil Trump attack…? Khamenei's '1 million troop' secret weapon. hindustantimes.com Despite sanctions, protests and sustained external pressure, Iran's ruling system continues to endure. A powerful security apparatus, control over key economic levers, regional deterrence, and the absence of a unified alternative help explain why the Iranian regime has survived so far.
(2026-01-15). 24 years after 9/11, 15 Still Imprisoned In US Military Prison At Guantanamo. popularresistance.org On January 11, 2026, thousands of citizens of many countries held vigils for the 15 men still in the U.S. military prison at the U.S. Naval Base, Guantanamo, Cuba. As these citizens have done for over two decades, from London to Washington, DC to Honolulu, Hawaii, they are the voices of conscience for one of the most brutal episodes in U.S. history, the torture and imprisonment of hundreds of men who had nothing to do with the events of September 11, 2001. | 24 Years Ago, xxxx days ago | On January 11, 2002, twenty-four years ago, the first twenty detainees from Afghanistan arrived by military aircraft to the U.S…
(2026-01-15). Is there a need for a renewed theory of fascism? indybay.org New practices of solidarity are needed. For the catastrophic trends will continue: forest fires, floods, drought, supply shortages due to transport disruptions. People, their possessions, and infrastructure are under threat. Governments are not providing sufficient help, & insurance companies are shirking their obligations. A new common will is needed to drive ecological renewal & solidarity.
(2026-01-15). Man shot by federal officer in Minneapolis as tensions flare over crackdown. scmp.com A federal officer shot a man in the leg on Wednesday night in Minneapolis, a week after the fatal shooting of a local woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent touched off angry protests and an intensifying clash between state leaders and the Trump administration. | The shooting followed a targeted traffic stop shortly before 7pm Central Time, when the man fled in his vehicle and crashed into a parked car, according to Tricia McLaughlin, a spokeswoman for the Department of Homeland…
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/17: Monterey: DSA 101. indybay.org Monterey Public Library, Solarium Conference Room, 625 Pacific St, Monterey…
(2026-01-15). Amid US war plan, Big twist in Iran navy's joint move with Russia, China militaries | Trump | Protest. hindustantimes.com Iran has reportedly pulled out of a planned joint naval exercise with China and Russia at the last minute, removing itself from the "Will for Peace 2026" maritime drills near South Africa amid rising geopolitical pressure and tensions with the United States. The withdrawal comes as Washington increases economic and foreign-policy pressure on Tehran, highlighting strains within broader military cooperation frameworks among sanctioned nations.
(2026-01-15). Fans celebrate as AFCON hosts Morocco reach final. aljazeera.com Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco secured their place in the final with a 4—2 penalty shootout victory over Nigeria.
(2026-01-15). 'I hope they show humanity': Greenlanders fear Trump's desire for minerals. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump says he wants to buy Greenland from Denmark and is not taking 'no' for an answer.
(2026-01-15). Trump suspends immigrant visas for 75 countries: Who's affected? aljazeera.com The suspension will take effect on January 21 but does not apply to visitors or short-term visa holders.
(2026-01-15). Polls open in Uganda amid crackdown, fears of violence, internet blackout. aljazeera.com UN Human Rights Office has stressed 'open access to communication & information is key to free & genuine elections'.
(2026-01-15). Pakistan passport rises five places to 98th in global ranking. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's passport has moved up the global travel freedom rankings, climbing to 98th position in the Henley Passport Index 2026, according to data released on Wednesday. | The index, compiled by London-based Henley & Partners using data from the International Air Transport Association, shows that Pakistani passport holders now have visa-free, visa-on-arrival or electronic travel authorisation access to 31 destinations across Asia, Africa, the Caribbean and Oceania. | Among the destinations that can be accessed without advance visas are Caribbean countries such as Barbados and Dominica, African states includin…
(2026-01-15). Data Centers Might Break the Grid? Good, Something Needs To. counterpunch.org 
A quick headline roundup from the last couple of weeks: "US Electric Grid Heading Toward 'Crisis' Thanks to AI Data Centers" (Common Dreams, January 2) "US electricity grid stretches thin as data centers rush to turn on onsite generators" (tom's HARDWARE, January 5) "America's Biggest Power Grid Operator Has an AI Problem — Too Many
(2026-01-15). New York City nurses defiant on Day 3 of strike: "Everybody deserves health insurance" wsws.org Negotiations have been at an impasse, but on Wednesday night New York-Presbyterian Hospital System, the largest hospital in the country, announced that it would resume discussions with NYSNA on Thursday.
(2026-01-15). As Philly City Council returns, here's what to watch on affordable housing, tenant protections and tax abatements. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! The city's affordable housing crisis is expected to remain a front-burner issue for lawmakers when Philadelphia City Council starts a new session next Thursday. | Lawmakers are expected to finalize the funding mechanics for Mayor Cherelle Parker's $2 billion housing plan, consider a new tax abatement aimed at converting underused properties in struggling areas and revive bills focused on protecting re…
(2026-01-15). The Cancellation of Randa Abdel-Fattah. counterpunch.org 
Boards of directors are a funny bunch. Often lacking expertise, claiming knowledge they do not have and insight that never illuminates, its members can make the cockup the stuff of legend. Instead of minding their own business and leaving the Adelaide Writers' Week to take place without incident as part of the 2026 Adelaide Festival, an
(2026-01-15). Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes. sanews.gov.za Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes | Preliminary data from the 2025/26 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign indicates a five percent reduction in both fatalities and crashes when compared to the same period last year. | "This year, a total of 1 427 fatalities were recorded from 1 172 crashes this year. The data shows that the 2025/26 festive season recorded the lowest number of crashes in five years, and the same number of fatalities as in the 2023/24 festive season," Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, said on Thursday, in Pretoria. | The Minister, together with Deputy Minister, Mkhuleko…
(2026-01-15). 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.
(2026-01-15). "ICE Out For Good" Rally Targets ICE Headquarters. indybay.org Human rights activist rally and protest the killing of Renee Good and constitutional abuses of Americans by ICE at the Immigration and Customs headquarters in Washington, DC.
(2026-01-15). Most Americans Condemn ICE's Murder of Renee Good. portside.org Most Americans Condemn ICE's Murder of Renee Good |
(2026-01-15). China's auto output, sales top 34 million units in 2025. ecns.cn China's automobile production and sales each exceeded 34 million units in 2025, setting new records and extending the country's position as the world's largest auto producer and market for a 17th consecutive year, industry data showed Wednesday.
(2026-01-15). Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus Era. aljazeera.com How Bangladesh's interim government has fared in steering the country to this point?>
(2026-01-15). Greenland rejects Washington's takeover threat. ecns.cn The US desire to take over Greenland cannot be accepted under any circumstances, said Greenland's government on Monday.
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/17: San Jose / Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2026-01-15). 4 ICE detention deaths in just 10 days into the New Year. indybay.org Washington, DC, Monday, January 12, 2026 — While communities in Minneapolis and across the country mourn the death of Renee Nicole Good, who was executed by ICE last Wednesday, ICE has revealed that four people died in its custody in just the first 10 days of the New Year:…
(2026-01-15). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-15). Pakistan monitoring reports of US visa pause, says Foreign Office. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan said on Thursday it is in contact with US authorities and closely monitoring the situation after reports emerged that Washington plans to suspend visa processing for applicants from dozens of countries, including Pakistan. | "The US is reviewing its visa policies, and we hope it will restore visas for Pakistan soon," Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said during the ministry's weekly briefing. | The Trump administration has announced it will suspend visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Pakistan. Reports first cited by Fox News said the suspension would apply to i…
(2026-01-15). Australia: Bondi terror attack meeting attendees denounce Labor's anti-protest laws. wsws.org "They've taken this tragedy as an opportunity to crack down on pro-Palestine, anti-Zionist movements and free speech."
(2026-01-15). War Only Helps Iran's Leaders. counterpunch.org 
If President Donald Trump cares in the slightest about Iranian protestors — and our country — he must not attack or threaten to attack Iran. Doing so would be stupid and dangerous. It would likely strengthen Iran's repressive leaders. It would risk the lives of U.S. troops and citizens and others throughout the region in
(2026-01-15). National Dialogue steering committee induction this weekend. sanews.gov.za National Dialogue steering committee induction this weekend | The induction of the National Dialogue's new steering committee will be held this weekend at the University of South Africa's (Unisa) Muckleneuk's main campus in Pretoria. | The National Dialogue was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa last year and is aimed at addressing challenges facing South Africa. | In December the President confirmed the 99 nominees to the steering committee which were drawn from all sectors of society. | "The Steering Committee's role is to steward the integrity of the process, ensure that participation is meaningful and acc…
(2026-01-15). 47 Ways Trump Has Made Life Less Affordable in the Last Year. portside.org 47 Ways Trump Has Made Life Less Affordable in the Last Year |
(2026-01-15). Canadian PM Carney opens landmark visit to reset ties with China. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Beijing to begin a four-day official visit aimed at reviving and redefining Canada—China relations, the first such trip by a Canadian leader since 2017.Carney is scheduled to hold talks with Li and President Xi Jinping, focusing on trade, energy, agriculture, and security cooperation, as Ottawa seeks to move past years of diplomatic strain and expand economic engagement.Upon arrival, Carney wrote on X: "Just landed in Beijing. The relationship between Canada and China has created opportunities and prosperity on both sides of the Pacific. We're ready t…
(2026-01-15). PM hails JF-17 as major export prospect. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday highlighted rising international interest in acquiring defence equipment and military hardware from Pakistan, revealing that several countries were "actively" engaged in talks to purchase fighter jets. | Addressing the cabinet, the prime minister noted that demand for Pakistani defence equipment had risen following the country's success in Marka-e-Haq — the four-day military conflict with India in May last year. | Shehbaz said the improved performance of Pakistan's armed forces had translated into commercial interest, which would boost domestic defence production…
(2026-01-15). US Senate defeats war powers resolution designed to rein in Trump. aljazeera.com Only three Republicans joined with Democrats to vote in favour of the resolution, resulting in a tie broken by JD Vance.
(2026-01-15). Israeli police launch major operation in East Jerusalem as chief vows to down on these. haaretz.com None of the 32 people arrested in the Shoafat refugee camp were charged with security offenses, yet the police announced the seizure of ammunition, rifles and drugs. Dozens of officers gathered in the central square and posed with an Israeli flag…
(2026-01-15). Stop the ICE reign of terror in Minnesota! wsws.org In the week following the January 7 murder of Renée Nicole Good, Minneapolis has been occupied by thousands of federal paramilitary forces operating under the direction of the president.
(2026-01-15). Sound Grammar: The Best Jazz Albums of 2025. counterpunch.org 
Jazz is music made in the moment and our moment is an increasingly perilous one. As a writer trying to keep up, I often feel as if I've exhausted the power of words to describe where we are, how we got here and where we're going. There's only so much you can say in response to every new outrage, trauma and travesty without repeating yourself and coming face-to-face with your own impotence. But music goes where words can't. Music gives expression to the ineffable. Jazz especially connects at the level of emotions and deep, even subliminal, feelings. Jazz is capable of communicating outrage, fear, despair, grief, j…
(2026-01-15). Germany's grandstanding on Iran: The best Europe can muster? responsiblestatecraft.org In a striking display of recklessness, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
(2026-01-15). Albert Einstein's "Why Socialism?" portside.org Albert Einstein's "Why Socialism?" |
(2026-01-15). China reaches knockout stage for first time in AFC U23 Asian Cup. ecns.cn China reached the knockout stage of the AFC U23 Asian Cup for the first time after a 0-0 draw with Thailand in Riyadh.
(2026-01-15). FBI conducts raid on Washington Post reporter's home, seizes electronics. aljazeera.com Press freedom groups warn that the warrant to search reporter Hannah Natanson's home establishes a dangerous precedent.
(2026-01-15). Global pressure forces X to restrict Grok over sexualised deepfake images. tribune.com.pk 
Elon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following global backlash over its generation of sexualized photos of women and children. | The announcement comes after California's attorney general launched an investigation into Musk's xAI ⚪ the developer of Grok ⚪ over the sexually explicit material and multiple countries either blocked access to the chatbot or launched their own probes. | X said it will "geoblock the ability" of all Grok and X users to create images of people in "bikinis, underwear, and similar attire" in those j…
(2026-01-15). After 7 months in DHS custody, 18-year-old Habiba Soliman speaks out from Texas detention center. wsws.org Habiba Soliman—daughter of Mohamed Soliman who carried out a violent attack on pro-Israel demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado on June 1, 2025—has issued a powerful statement demanding the release of her family from illegal detention by the Department of Homeland Security.
(2026-01-15). What happens when fire ignites in space? tribune.com.pk 
When fire breaks out in the low-gravity, high-stakes conditions inside spacecraft or space stations, it behaves very differently than back here on Earth. | So, as humans aim to set foot on Mars in the coming decades, researchers are seeking to learn how flames spark and spread in space ⚪ and how best to stamp them out. | The deadly threat fire poses in space goes all the way back to the first mission of NASA's Apollo programme, which would go on to put the first humans on the Moon. | Just days before the Apollo 1 mission was scheduled to launch in January 1967, its three crew members were killed by a fire tha…
(2026-01-15). New iPhone 18 leak reveals redesign for Pro variant: Will Apple ditch Dynamic Island. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Only four months after the release of the iPhone 17, Apple's iPhone 18 line-up has been leaked on social media, revealing the display sizes and possible redesigns for the Pro variant. However, details about the upcoming devices remain unconfirmed.The leak was unveiled by tech content creator 'Digital Chat Station', who claimed that the iPhone 18 line-up will reportedly feature LTPO OLED with 120Hz. GSM Arena reported that both the iPhone 18 and Pro are expected to ship with a 6.27-inch LTPO display, while the Pro Max will feature a slightly larger 6.86-inch LTPO display. In contrast, the iPhone Air 2 i…
(2026-01-15). We're Racing Down the Highway to a Mad Max World. counterpunch.org 
Let me start by putting things bluntly: Don't bother to tell Donald Trump, but with his distinct help, we're doing nothing less than cooking ourselves. Thanks to the continued use of fossil fuels in a staggering fashion and the growth of greenhouse gas emissions, almost half of the world's population now suffers through 30 additional days of extreme heat annually. Heatwaves roll in thicker and faster every year.
(2026-01-15). Trump's Golden Dome plan puts Greenland on the brink, Europe warns of 'unprecedented fallout' | NATO. hindustantimes.com As Danish and Greenlandic leaders arrive in Washington to calm tensions, Donald Trump has detonated a new Arctic bombshell, declaring that U.S. control of Greenland is "vital" for national security and his proposed "Golden Dome" missile shield. Casting the island as the key to NATO's strength against Russia and China, he insists anything short of American ownership is unacceptable. But Copenhagen, Nuuk, Paris and Brussels are closing ranks, warning that seizing a NATO ally's territory would shatter…
(2026-01-15). Qingdao SCO zone sees TIR road and China-Europe freight shipments surge. ecns.cn At the China-SCO local economic and trade cooperation demonstration zone in Qingdao, Shandong province, a TIR international transport vehicle fully loaded with goods is about to depart for Moscow, the capital of Russia, after completing customs clearance procedures.
(2026-01-15). Astronauts set to leave ISS. tribune.com.pk 
Four crewmembers aboard the International Space Station were set to depart Wednesday after a medical issue prompted their mission to be cut a month short ⚪ a first for the orbiting laboratory. | American astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov and Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui were set to undock from the ISS at 2205 GMT on Wednesday, after five months in space. | NASA has declined to disclose which crewmember has the health problem or give details about the issue, but the US space agency has stressed the return is not an emergency situation, saying the person's condition was s…
(2026-01-15). Racing toward the Great War. unitedworldint.com While the US tries to impose unipolarity, what limits will it face? By Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan The world is racing toward the Great War. Let's list the developments of the past month that can be seen as warning signs of a major war: — Russian President Putin's residence was targeted. In response, Russia struck Ukraine's …
(2026-01-15). Trump says killings in Iran subsiding as experts warn on military intervention. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump looks on as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House, in Washington, DC on May 5, 2025. — ReutersTrump says "we are going to watch" process in Iran.Gulf Arab countries concerned about US strikes.Trump aides reviewing…
(2026-01-15). 100,000 Demand 'ICE Out Of Minnesota' In Historic March. popularresistance.org Minneapolis, MN – The Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee (MIRAC) led a historic march of 100,000 people through Minneapolis to honor the life of Renee Nicole Good and to demand ICE out of Minnesota. The gathering was not only a show of grief and anger, but a powerful declaration of collective resistance. | On the morning of January 7, community member Renee Good was observing a raid and was murdered by an ICE agent. Good was known as a devoted mother and a neighbor who believed deeply in protecting her community.
(2026-01-15). 4.2-magnitude earthquake triggers sirens in Dead Sea, southern Negev areas. haaretz.com Home Front Command sounded sirens after an earthquake shook the area of the Dead Sea and the southern Negev. According to the Geological Survey of Israel, the earthquake which struck at 9 A.M. on Thursday, measured magnitude 4.2…
(2026-01-15). IDT CEO, Tebogo Malaka, resigns. sanews.gov.za IDT CEO, Tebogo Malaka, resigns | Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has confirmed the resignation of Independent Development Trust (IDT) CEO, Tebogo Malaka, with effect from 31 January 2026. | Malaka was suspended in August last year, following the release of an independent report into the botched R836 million Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plant project, which was intended to provide vital oxygen plants to hospitals across the country. | The report — drawn up by PricewaterhouseCoopers — recommended that Malaka face disciplinary action for her failure to prevent or…
(2026-01-15). Denmark rejects US "conquering Greenland," as NATO countries send troops. wsws.org Denmark and Greenland rejected US President Donald Trump's demand for the acquisition of Greenland Tuesday following a meeting at the White House with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, even as European NATO members sent troops to the Arctic island.
(2026-01-15). Young protester permanently blinded as DHS agents attack anti-ICE demonstration in Santa Ana, California. wsws.org From Minneapolis to Santa Ana, federal agents are carrying out violent attacks on civilians as the Trump administration intensifies its fascistic program to suppress dissent.
(2026-01-15). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-15). Denmark sends military reinforcements to Greenland. ecns.cn The Danish Ministry of Defence confirmed on Wednesday that Denmark is increasing its military presence in Greenland.
(2026-01-15). Beyond the Ballot: the Rise of Competitive Authoritarianism with Steven Gardiner. politicalresearch.org In this season finale episode, Koki talks to Steven Gardiner, PRA Principal Research Advisor, to reflect on the first year of Trump's second term and its implications for U.S. democracy. While the MAGA base remains about 15% of the U.S…
(2026-01-15). Registered foreign trade entities in Hainan FTP exceed 100,000. ecns.cn File photo of aerial view of Haikou Port's container terminal and skyline scenery, Hainan Province, south China.The number of foreign trade entities registered in south China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) has surpassed 100,000, according to customs data released on Wednesday.
(2026-01-15). Trump's "Donroe Doctrine" and the crisis of Canadian imperialism: What way forward for the working class? wsws.org The eruption of imperialist barbarism epitomized by Trump's Donroe doctrine urgently demands an independent political response from the working class in Canada, the United States, and around the world.
(2026-01-15). Female teacher shot dead outside school in Balochistan's Sibi. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-15). After A White Town Rejected A Data Center, Developers Targeted Black Area. popularresistance.org In December, on a two-lane road not far from the ACE Basin, a protected ecosystem and wildlife refuge in South Carolina, Paul Black drove past St. Paul AME Church and the cemetery where his wife's grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-grandmother are buried, then slowed as the trees opened onto the piney tract. | Black is an environmental activist who has spent years fighting polluting projects across the South. But now he and Black residents in the rural South Carolina community are bracing for a new fight: to stop a proposed data center complex the size of 1,200 football fields.
(2026-01-15). Five US lawmakers investigated over warning troops about illegal orders. aljazeera.com Five US legislators say they are under investigation by the Department of Justice over a video released in November.
(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/15: Save Our Veterans Administration Rally. indybay.org VA Medical Center entrance | 795 Willow Road | Menlo Park, CA 94025…
(2026-01-15). Outpouring of support for Ford Rouge worker victimized for opposing Trump. wsws.org Thomas "TJ" Sabula was suspended without pay pending an investigation, in clear retaliation for publicly confronting the president at the Ford Rouge Complex Tuesday.
(2026-01-15). FTZ helps Kashgar invigorate regional commerce. ecns.cn The influx of enterprises into the Kashgar area of the China (Xinjiang)Pilot Free Trade Zone in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has emerged as a key driver of trade growth. According to its administrative office, the area recorded a total import and export volume of 93.16 billion yuan ($13.36 billion) in 2025, exceeding its annual target by 5.7 percent.
(2026-01-15). Chinese Go legend Nie Weiping passes away. ecns.cn Nie Weiping, an iconic Chinese professional Go player and honorary president of the Chinese Weiqi Association, passed away in Beijing at the age of 73 on Wednesday, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-01-15). 'Federal invasion': Minnesota officials condemn violent ICE raids, arrests. nationofchange.org The Minnesota Star Tribune reports that the number of federal agents now in Minneapolis and Saint Paul outstrips the 10 largest Twin Cities metro police departments combined.
(2026-01-15). Rs750 prize bond winners announced for January 15, 2026 draw. tribune.com.pk 
The Rs750 prize bond draw was held at the National Savings Centre in Peshawar on Thursday. | Prize bonds remain a preferred savings instrument for many Pakistanis, offering a secure investment option with the potential for significant monetary rewards. | They are available in denominations of Rs100, Rs200, Rs750, Rs1,500, Rs25,000, and Rs40,000. | The draw for the Rs750 prize bond (Draw No. 105) was held in Peshawar on January 15, 2026, while a complete list of winners is yet to be released. | According to the draw results, the first prize of Rs1.5 million went to the holder of prize bond number 809258. | Mean…
(2026-01-15). Wednesday 1/21: May Day Strong 2026: Organizing Webinar for Nationwide Workers Over Billionaires Protests. indybay.org Online organizing kickoff for May Day protests | Register here: www.crowdcast.io/c/mds2026/register…
(2026-01-15). Germany and European powers back Trump's regime change plan in Iran. wsws.org Despite growing tensions between the US and Europe, the European powers have backed Washington and Tel Aviv's threats of war against Iran and the associated plans for regime change.
(2026-01-15). Wolverines Can't Wait: The Feds Must Designate Critical Habitat to Stave Off Extinction. counterpunch.org 
Wolverines in the lower 48 States were trapped, hunted, and poisoned to near extinction in the late 1800s and early 1900s and have not recovered, just the opposite in fact. It took court action by the Alliance and other conservation groups to finally get the dwindling population listed as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act in
(2026-01-15). Musk's Grok barred from undressing AI images after global backlash. scmp.com Elon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following global backlash over its generation of sexualised photos of women and children. | The announcement came after California's attorney general launched an investigation into Musk's xAI – the developer of Grok – over the sexually explicit material and multiple countries either blocked access to the chatbot or launched their own probes.
(2026-01-15). Syria: Accountability Lacking for Sweida Abuses. hrw.org Syrian government forces and local Bedouin and Druze armed groups all carried out grave abuses during clashes in Syria's southern Sweida governorate in July 2025.Abuses included summary killings, outrages on personal dignity, and abductions. As many as 187,000 people have been displaced.The Syrian authorities need to demonstrate they are a government for all Syrians by pursuing accountability for atrocities in Sweida at the highest levels and for all involved parties.(Beirut) — Syrian government forces and local Bedouin and Druze armed groups are responsible for grave abuses during clashes in Syria's southe…
(2026-01-15). The Billionaires and the November Elections. counterpunch.org 
The lack of market reaction to the news that Trump ordered his Justice Department to investigate criminal charges against Fed Chair Jerome Powell surprises many people. After all, everyone knows that the claims about cost overruns being the basis for the investigation is nonsense. Trump wants to threaten Powell with criminal charges because he ignored
(2026-01-15). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-15). Prosecutors Resign As DOJ Pressures Them To Investigate Widow. popularresistance.org US Attorney Joe Thompson and five other prosecutors have reportedly quit the US Department of Justice (DOJ) following undue pressure to investigate Renee Good and those around her, including her grieving widow. Six federal prosecutors have quit the DOJ in a shared refusal to ignore political interference from the Trump administration. Reports suggest that an investigation was ordered into Renee Good and associations, with a clear intention to investigate Good's widow instead of the ICE agents responsible for her murder. | This comes after reports that Trump's MAGA officials have resisted a civil rights investigat…
(2026-01-15). Claims of out-of-province recruitments for farming learnership false, says dept. sanews.gov.za Claims of out-of-province recruitments for farming learnership false, says dept | The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has expressed concern at an audio recording circulating on various social media platforms. | This recording falsely claims that the department has recruited individuals from other provinces for a learnership programme at the Kgora Farmers Training Centre, suggesting that these individuals are receiving remuneration from the department. | "The department categorically rejects and distances itself from these allegations. The contents of the audio are false, misleading, an…
(2026-01-15). Pakistan moves to test dollar-pegged digital currency. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Wednesday signed a pact with a company linked to the family of US President Donald Trump to explore integrating a dollar-pegged stablecoin into its national payment system to enable faster and cheaper cross-border transactions. | The Finance Ministry and SC Financial Technologies LLC — an affiliated entity of World Liberty Financial — signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to assess the potential use of World Liberty's USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments, according to a ministry announcement. | The one-year, non-binding MoU aims to explore avenues for transactions in US dollar…
(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/22: January Community Call: Reporting back from Kairos Palestine. indybay.org Online | christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/j……
(2026-01-15). Tuesday 1/20: San Francisco: Stop ICE Terror and End War on Venzuela. indybay.org Civic Center Plaza, 335 McAllister St, San Francisco…
(2026-01-15). China's Zhurong rover finds evidence of water activity on Mars 750 million years ago. ecns.cn Chinese scientists say data from the Zhurong Mars rover show signs of significant water-related activity on the planet's surface about 750 million years ago, far later than previously thought.
(2026-01-15). Pakistan, Bahrain stress diplomacy amid challenges. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and Bahrain on Wednesday reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace, stability and multilateralism and underscored the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in addressing regional challenges. | During a meeting between President Asif Zardari and Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the two leaders agreed to the need for coordinated efforts at international forums, including the United Nations, on issues of shared concern to the Muslim Ummah. | President Zardari, who arrived in Manama on Tuesday night, called on King Hamad at Al-Qudaibiya Palace in Manama and held comprehensive discussions aimed at…
(2026-01-15). New York strike pits nurses against the financial oligarchy. wsws.org The nurses, who have shown determination and militancy, must recognize that they face not only hospital management, but the entire financial elite that sets the hospitals' agenda.
(2026-01-15). Iran rejects reports of protesters' executions. geo.tv 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi adjusts glasses during a press conference following talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, December 17, 2025. — ReutersWASHINGTON: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday that "there is no…
(2026-01-15). Wednesday 1/14: Watsonville Community Hospital: Stop the Temporary Closure of the ICU. indybay.org Watsonville Community Hospital, 75 Nielson Street, Watsonville…
(2026-01-15). Minnesota Calls For General Strike On January 23 To Drive ICE Out. popularresistance.org The movement against ICE has continued to surge in Minneapolis and across the United States in the wake of the killing of Renee Good. | On January 13, a coalition of faith leaders, union presidents, business owners, and community figures in Minneapolis called on "every worker in Minnesota to refuse to show up to work" and "every single Minnesotan to not spend a dime" on Friday, January 23, to demand an end to the "violence and horror" that ICE has unleashed on the community and the agency's complete removal from the state.
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/24: Like Water: A Participatory Walk from the Edge of the City to the Sea. indybay.org Natural Bridges Road and Delaware Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-15). Australian writers' festival cancelled after mass boycott over Palestinian author ban. tribune.com.pk 
One of Australia's top writers' festivals was cancelled on Tuesday, after 180 authors boycotted the event and its director resigned, saying she could not be party to silencing a Palestinian author and warned moves to ban protests and slogans after the Bondi Beach mass shooting threatened free speech. | Louise Adler, the Jewish daughter of Holocaust survivors, said on Tuesday she was quitting her role at the Adelaide Writers' Week in February, following a decision by the festival's board to disinvite a Palestinian-Australian author. | The novelist and academic Randa Abdel-Fattah said the move to bar her was "a…
(2026-01-15). Australian writers' festival apologises to Palestinian author after boycott. aljazeera.com Randa Abdel-Fattah said she accepts the board's apology and will consider invitation to participate in 2027 event.
(2026-01-15). Japan may see snap election. tribune.com.pk 
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi intends to dissolve the lower house for a snap election soon after a parliamentary session begins next week, her ruling party and a coalition partner said Wednesday. | Takaichi was appointed Japan's first woman prime minister in October and her cabinet is enjoying an approval rating of around 70 percent. But her ruling bloc only has a slim majority in the powerful lower house of parliament, hindering its ability to push through her ambitious policy agenda. | "I was notified by Prime Minister Takaichi that she will dissolve" the lower house "at an early stage of the ordinar…
(2026-01-15). W Cape to ensure school placements for all children in 2026. sanews.gov.za W Cape to ensure school placements for all children in 2026 | MEC for Education in the Western Cape, David Maynier, says the province will continue working tirelessly to place all children who are still seeking school placements as the country begins the 2026 academic year. | "This is a challenging task, as hundreds of new applications are arriving each week," he said on Wednesday, accompanied by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde at Tamboerskloof Primary School, to welcome learners for the new academic year. | Maynier appealed to any parent who has not yet applied to do so immediately at their district office. | "
(2026-01-15). Government plans to amend legislation on driving and drinking policy. sanews.gov.za Government plans to amend legislation on driving and drinking policy | The Department of Transport will embark on a process to amend Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA) to scrap the legal alcohol consumption limit in the country. | Currently, the law makes it a criminal offense to exceed the limit of 0.05g/100ml concentration of alcohol in blood or 0.24mg/1000ml breath for general drivers, and stricter limits of 0.02g/100ml blood or 0.10mg/1000ml breath for professional drivers. | "Our driving and drinking policy was formulated almost 30 years ago. In today's South Africa it is totally unacceptable…
(2026-01-15). Trump softens rhetoric after threatening Iran. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump on Wednesday made a vague statement that he's been told "on good authority" that plans for executions in Iran have stopped, even as Tehran has indicated fast trials and executions ahead in its crackdown on protesters. | The US president's claims, which were made with few details, come as he's told protesting Iranians in recent days that "help is on the way" and that his administration would "act accordingly" to respond to the Iranian government. But Trump has not offered any details about how the US might respond and it wasn't clear if his comments Wednesday indicated he would hold off o…
(2026-01-15). Sunday 4/5: Shut Down Drone Warfare Spring Action in New Mexico (4/5-4/11). indybay.org Holloman Air Force Base, Southern New Mexico | (The largest drone training base in the U.S.
(2026-01-15). Uganda: Blanket Internet Shutdown Violates Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A member of the Ugandan police force gives instructions to supporters of Uganda's incumbent president and National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate Yoweri Museveni entering the rally grounds ahead of the party's closing campaign rally ahead of the 2026 Ugandan general elections, in Kampala on January 13, 2026. | © 2026 AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-01-15). Thursday 2/5: Climate Justice and the Moss Landing Battery Fire. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-15). Australian Open tennis 2026: Key dates, draw, top seeds, prize money. aljazeera.com Who are the favourites? Will there be another Sincaraz final? Will Djokovic play? Al Jazeera has the answers.
(2026-01-15). Iran reopens airspace after brief closure amid tensions with US. geo.tv 
Representational image of a landing aircraft. — AFPUS already prohibits all commercial flights from overflying Iran.Western, European officials warn US intervention "imminent".United States withdraws personnel as Iran threatens retaliation.
(2026-01-15). Astronauts leave International Space Station in first-ever medical evacuation. ecns.cn Four crew members departed the International Space Station (ISS) on Wednesday after a medical issue prompted their mission to be cut a month short — a first for the orbiting laboratory.
(2026-01-15). A Push To Expand the Rights of Immigrants in Defiance of Trump. portside.org A Push To Expand the Rights of Immigrants in Defiance of Trump |
(2026-01-15). The Rhyme: Kent State and Renee Good. counterpunch.org 
On May 4, 1970, following Republican President Richard Nixon's April 1970, announcement of the expansion of the Viet Nam War into Cambodia, the Ohio National Guard opened fire on a group of Kent State students engaged in a peaceful campus protest against this extension of the War. The students were also protesting the Guard's presence on their campus and the draft. Four students were killed and nine others were wounded, including one who suffered permanent paralysis.
(2026-01-15). "People in the plant are ready to fight" : Ford Rouge workers speak out in defense of co-worker victimized for opposing Trump. wsws.org Ford workers at the Rouge Complex are speaking out in defense of Thomas "TJ" Sabula, who was suspended without pay after denouncing Trump during the president's visit to the plant.
(2026-01-15). Coalition Demands That Congress Withdraw Journalist Subpoena. popularresistance.org A coalition of media associations, press freedom groups, and civil liberties organizations urged members of Congress to withdraw a subpoena against journalist Seth Harp. They also called out Republican Representative Anna Paulina Luna, who proposed the subpoena and then referred Harp to the Justice Department for prosecution. | "The subpoena has few parallels or precedents in recent history and poses a grave danger to the First Amendment's guarantee of press freedom," the coalition declared in a letter [PDF] addressed to the House of Representatives.
(2026-01-15). Arsenal Defeated Chelsea in the English League Cup. radiohc.cu Havana, January 14 (RHC) — Arsenal defeated Chelsea 3-2 today in the first leg of the League Cup semi-finals in English football. | The standout match of this round ended with goals from Ben White in the seventh minute, Sweden's Viktor Gyà∂keres (49), and Spain's Martín Zubimendi (71). | The Blues were unable to capitalize on their home advantage, managing only two consolation goals from Argentina's Alejandro Garnacho in the 57th and 83rd minutes. | These same teams will face each other again on February 3rd to determine the first finalist of the competition. | In the other tie, Manchester City defeated…
(2026-01-15). UN General Assembly Chief Calls for More Candidates to Enter Secretary-General Race. passblue.com 
Annalena Baerbock, the president of the United Nations General Assembly, is appealing for more candidates to enter the race to become the next secretary-general. She said that a contest with only one contender — so far — would undercut the process of finding the right person to lead the world body at this critical time. …
(2026-01-15). US freezes immigrant visas processing for 75 countries; Pak, Bangladesh hit. ptcnews.tv The Trump administration has suspended visa processing for visitors from 75 countries—including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Somalia, Russia, Iran, Afghanistan, Brazil, Nigeria, Thailand, Iraq, Egypt, and Yemen—starting January 21. | A senior U.S. official confirmed that the U.S. State Department issued an internal memo instructing embassies and consulates to pause all visa issuance indefinitely while screening and vetting procedures are reassessed. | Key Points | The suspension is tied to concerns that applicants from these countries might become a "public charge"—a term used in U.S. immigration law…
(2026-01-15). Deputy Minister encourages learners to take charge of their future. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister encourages learners to take charge of their future | Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube, has urged learners to take responsibility for their education and actively shape their future. | Speaking during a Back-to-School programme at Sivananda Technical High School, the Deputy Minister welcomed learners to the 2026 academic year and described education as a powerful tool for empowerment and long-term growth. | "It is always a privilege to stand before bright young minds, with the hope and conviction that I am addressing the future leaders of our country," Dube-Ncube…
(2026-01-15). The Congressional Pen our US House of Representatives and the "Peoples Department" – USDA. indybay.org The Congressional Pen, authorizing both statutory and appropriated spending, may one bright day provide a just and productive American Food System.
(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/29: Pesticide Impacts In and Around Monterey Bay. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-15). Trump undeterred in quest for Greenland. tribune.com.pk 
A meeting on Wednesday between top US officials and the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland appeared to do little to quell President Donald Trump's ambition of taking over Greenland, raising the prospect of prolonged geopolitical tension between Copenhagen and Washington. | Following the White House meeting between Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen, his Greenlandic counterpart Vivian Motzfeldt, US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Rasmussen said the US and Denmark would form a working group to discuss a broad array of concerns regarding the Danish overseas territory.
(2026-01-15). Why did Israel redeploy Iron dome? Air defenses reset as Iran burns and war drums grow louder. hindustantimes.com As mass protests shake Iran and Donald Trump warns that "help is on the way," Israel quietly resets its air defence grid. Iron Dome batteries are being redeployed, alert levels raised, and war scenarios reviewed across the IDF. Jerusalem believes Tehran may only strike if Washington moves first, but memories of the last Iran—Israel flare-up still loom large. With Iran boasting "peak readiness" and the region already on edge, Israel is preparing for missile fire from multiple fronts.
(2026-01-15). Preliminary information shows section involved in fatal Thai rail accident built by local enterprise: Chinese FM. ecns.cn Preliminary findings indicate that the section involved in a fatal accident at a high-speed railway project in Thailand was constructed by a Thai enterprise, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-01-15). U.K. probe finds in AI-based police ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans. haaretz.com The decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from the November UEFA Europa League soccer match with Aston Villa in Birmingham 'overstated the threat' posed by the fans, and 'understated the risk' posed to Israeli fans in the area, a probe ordered by British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood found…
(2026-01-15). Texas A&M censors Plato in massive course purge. wsws.org The purge follows the passage of Senate Bill 37 and is being used to impose sweeping political control over university curricula as part of a broader campaign of academic repression.
(2026-01-15). Musk's Grok barred from undressing images after global backlash. ecns.cn The Grok app against the backdrop of search results displayed on the social media platform X.In an "extra layer of protection," image creation and the ability to edit photos via X's Grok account was now only available to paid subscribers, the statement added.
(2026-01-15). Space schedule opens with two launches. ecns.cn China launched two carrier rockets on Tuesday, signaling the start of the country's annual space mission schedule, which will feature a robotic lunar landing and two manned spaceflights.
(2026-01-15). Iran and the US: Then to Now. counterpunch.org 
In 1974 and 1975, I was part of a group of US leftists in the Baltimore-DC area working with a chapter of the Iranian Students Association (ISA). I was registered as a student at the University of Maryland's College Park campus at the time. Mostly, I was engaged in political organizing as a member of
(2026-01-15). Fog hits Karachi, flights rescheduled and delayed. tribune.com.pk 
Dense fog enveloped Karachi and the surrounding areas on Thursday morning, partially disrupting flight operations at Jinnah International Airport, delaying and cancelling several domestic and international flights. | Visibility dropped to as low as 50 meters, affecting flight movements at the airport and in nearby areas, including Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Malir, and DHA Phase 8. | At least 10 incoming and outgoing flights were delayed due to the fog. At the same time, several domestic and international services were rescheduled for later in the day, with some shifted to evening schedules as low vis…
(2026-01-15). Global unemployment 'stable' in 2026. tribune.com.pk 
The global unemployment rate is expected to hold steady in 2026, the United Nations said Wednesday, but cautioned the labour market's seeming stability belies a dire shortage of decent jobs. | The UN's International Labour Organization said the global economy and labour market appeared to have weathered recent economic shocks better than expected. | But the ILO warned that efforts to improve global job quality had stagnated, leaving hundreds of millions of workers wallowing in poverty, even as trade uncertainty risked cutting into workers wages. | The global unemployment rate was estimated at 4.9 percent last…
(2026-01-15). Record trade bodes well globally. ecns.cn China's foreign trade is positioned for steady expansion this year despite mounting pressures, building on the strengths exhibited last year — a sustained shift up the value chain in exports, a broadening network of global partners and a supersized domestic market opening wider to imports, said officials and experts.
(2026-01-15). Iran reopens airspace after closure to most flights amid US attack threats. aljazeera.com Airspace restrictions come amid fears that US President Donald Trump could attack Iran.
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/31: Reparations for African People: a critical question for our times. indybay.org Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalist Church, 1606 Bonita Avenue, Berkeley…
(2026-01-15). Iran warns of retaliation if Trump strikes, US withdraws some personnel from bases. tribune.com.pk 
The United States is withdrawing some personnel from bases in the Middle East, a US official said on Wednesday, after a senior Iranian official said Tehran had warned neighbours it would hit American bases if Washington strikes. | With Iran's leadership trying to quell the worst domestic unrest the Islamic Republic has ever faced, Tehran is seeking to deter US President Donald Trump's repeated threats to intervene on behalf of anti-government protesters. | The UN Security Council is due to meet on Iran on Thursday at the request of the United States. | A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said th…
(2026-01-15). Morocco and Senegal celebrate advancing to the AFCON final showdown. aljazeera.com Senegal will now face host nation Morocco in the final, following Morocco's penalty shootout triumph over Nigeria.
(2026-01-15). Iran ends temporary flight ban, diverted air traffic returns to regular paths. tribune.com.pk 
Iran reopened its airspace after a near-five-hour closure amid concerns about possible military action between the US and Iran that forced airlines to cancel, reroute or delay some flights. | Iran closed its airspace to all flights except international ones to and from Iran with official permission at 5: 15 p.m. ET (2215 GMT) on Wednesday, according to a notice on the US Federal Aviation Administration website. | The notice was removed shortly before 10 p.m. ET, or 0300 GMT, according to tracking service Flightradar24, which showed five flights from Iranian carriers Mahan Air, Yazd Airways, and AVA Airlines wer…
(2026-01-15). Autopsy reveals Atlanta USPS worker Russell Scruggs, Jr. suffered "cardiac event" at work; Detroit worker Nick Acker died of mechanical asphyxiation. wsws.org While the manner of death can medically be classified as "natural," the circumstances leading up to Russell's death were entirely preventable.
(2026-01-15). On cam: Spooked by Khamenei's revenge threats, Trump backs out of…? Iran protests, USA, Israel. hindustantimes.com On television, Donald Trump claimed "very important sources on the other side" gave him updates regarding the planned executions of Iranian protesters, echoing Tehran's narrative about unrest being driven by armed elements and foreign plots. Trump also revealed what was USA's next line of action against Iran and its clerical rulers. Watch here.
(2026-01-15). How The West Has Stolen Iran's Sovereignty For Centuries. popularresistance.org According to social media photographs verified by AFP, protesters in Tehran gathered on major avenues of the Iranian capital as part of a large-scale protest action driven by dissatisfaction with the rising cost of living. Persian-language TV channels based outside Iran and other social media published footage of large-scale protests in other cities, including Tabriz in the north and the holy city of Mashhad in the east. | US President Donald Trump threatened to take harsh measures against Iran if its authorities "start killing people" protesting in a country where an economic crisis, born of suffocating US sanct…
(2026-01-15). X announces measures to prevent Grok from undressing images. ecns.cn Elon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following global backlash over its generation of sexualized images of women and children.
(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/15: Mass Call: Weekend of Action. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/mass-call-noice……
(2026-01-15). Trump says Iran unrest easing but analysts warn of possible attack. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump reacts, on the day of a signing ceremony for the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., US, January 14, 2026. — ReutersTrump believes Iran has no plan for mass…
(2026-01-15). Hlabisa advocates for stronger traditional leadership and local governance. sanews.gov.za Hlabisa advocates for stronger traditional leadership and local governance | The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has emphasised the vital role of traditional leadership in maintaining community stability and enhancing local governance. | He highlighted the ongoing review of the White Paper on Local Government and reiterated the ministry's commitment to strengthening collaboration. The review aims to incite fresh thinking, honest reflection, and decisive action toward building a fit-for-purpose local government system that truly serves the people of South A…
(2026-01-15). Ukraine declares state of emergency in energy sector. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a state of emergency in the country's energy sector, citing severe disruptions from Russian attacks and worsening winter conditions. The measure, with a focus on Kyiv, aims to address widespread blackouts, heating shortages, and water supply disruptions affecting millions amid subzero temperatures. Zelenskyy said a permanent coordination headquarters would operate in the capital around the clock, directing repair efforts across energy companies, utilities, and the State Emergency Service.First Deputy Prime Minister and newly appointed Energy Minister Den…
(2026-01-15). Bilawal says Sindh's progress defies a 'hidden agenda'. tribune.com.pk 
Striking a chord with political elements that have often looked askance at Islamabad's intentions vis-a-vis the provinces, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari cautioned that some powers seek to deprive Sindh of its rights, authority, and resources. | Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the first phase of the Tharparkar Institute of Engineering, Science and Technology in Tharparkar district on Wednesday, Bilawal warned that a 'special campaign' was being run to tarnish the image of the province and its government. | "Some powers want to rob your province of its rights, authority, an…
(2026-01-15). Visa teams up with Apple to enable overseas Apple Pay payments for China cardholders. ecns.cn Visa, a global payments technology company, announced on Thursday that it will work with Apple to enable cardholders in China to add their Visa cards to Apple Pay and make payments overseas in a wide range of scenarios — including at on and offline merchants and within mobile apps.
(2026-01-15). Germany, France to send troops to Greenland after Trump's remarks. geo.tv 
(2026-01-15). Another crane collapses in Thailand, killing two, after 32 die previous day. aljazeera.com Thursday's incident outside Bangkok follows a crane collapse the day before that killed dozens in the northeast.
(2026-01-15). Rejecting Climatism: Trump Withdraws from UNFCCC and 66 International Organizations. wattsupwiththat.com The rejection of support for UN climate change efforts moves in a radically new direction in global environmental policy. Will other nations join the US and step back from climate alarmism? Year 2026 may provide the answers for a political movement that has not only lost its momentum but is also in peril.
(2026-01-15). 75 Countries Blacklisted — What the New US Visa Suspension Really Means. thinktank.pk In a bold move that underscores the Trump administration's stringent approach to immigration reform, the United States has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries. This policy, set to take effect on January 21, 2026, aims to curb the influx of individuals perceived as potential burdens on public resources. …
(2026-01-15). Chinese Foreign Minister: China ready to work for steady, sound ties with Canada. ecns.cn China is willing to strengthen communication, enhance trust, eliminate interference, and deepen cooperation with Canada, to bring bilateral relations forward on a steady and sound track in solid strides under the new circumstances, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday."ÄÄ"ÄÄWang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in Beijing.
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/24: The Neighborhood Kids Full Live Band + Indigenous Cats in Santa Cruz. indybay.org Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-15). 4.1 earthquake report by residents of Jordan. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The director of the Jordanian Seismological Observatory, Ghassan Sweidan, stated that an earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale was felt by residents in various parts of Jordan, including the governorates of Amman and Balqa, at 10: 00 a.m.He explained to Al-Mamlaka TV on Thursday that the epicentre was in the Dead Sea region near Ghor al-Safi, at a depth of 17 kilometers.
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(2026-01-15). Court cancels bail of Imaan Mazari, husband in social media posts case. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-15). Can Pakistan afford regime change in Iran? tribune.com.pk 
When Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir was meeting US President Donald Trump in the White House in June last year, the Iran situation was still tantalisingly precarious. | There were still murmurs that Israel backed by the US would push for a regime change in Iran. But then within days of the field marshal's meeting with Trump, the situation de-escalated after Iran carried out largely symbolic air strikes on the US military base in Qatar. | The Iranian government survived. If sources and circumstantial evidence are to be believed, it was Pakistan's army chief's advice to Trump that led the US not to pull t…
(2026-01-15). IHC orders CDA to halt tree cutting in Islamabad amid public outcry. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court has ordered the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to immediately stop the cutting of trees in the federal capital. | The directive was issued on Thursday by Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro during a hearing on a petition filed by Muhammad Naveed Ahmed, who challenged what he described as the illegal felling of trees in Islamabad. | During the proceedings, the petitioner's lawyer, Mudassar Latif Abbasi, argued that trees were being cut in violation of existing laws and regulations. He said the practice was contributing to environmental degradation and amounted to a breach of the Pakistan…
(2026-01-15). America will pay for pushing India away. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | BRAHMA CHELLANEY | At a time when US policy toward India has become distinctly punitive, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's warm reception of Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi recently could not have been more pointed. Modi's message was clear: India is a sovereign power that will not be dragooned into choosing sides in …
(2026-01-15). Beyond Boiling Point: Historic Iranian Protests Continue Despite Blackouts, Repression. juancole.com Reprinted from (
(2026-01-15). Monday 1/19: Webinar: Stanford 11 On Trial – Defending the Student Movement for Palestine. indybay.org RSVP: Bit.ly/S11-Webinar…
(2026-01-15). Green tech leader Envision unveils model to shape world's largest physical AI system. ecns.cn Envision, the global leader in green technology, announced on Thursday the launch of Dubhe, its energy foundation model, designed to shape the world's largest physical AI system — the AI energy system.
(2026-01-15). Cabinet gives go-ahead to new currency design. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government has decided to introduce new designs of the currency notes, with the move receiving formal approval from the federal cabinet, which has constituted a cabinet committee to oversee and deliberate on the redesign process. | The decision was taken during a meeting of the federal cabinet held at the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where members were briefed by the finance ministry on the proposed changes. | The cabinet was informed that the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is working on the new designs for banknotes in line with modern and contempora…
(2026-01-15). Why Trump Hits Iran with Tariffs on China, India More. thinktank.pk In the high-stakes arena of international relations, the second Trump administration has reignited tensions with Iran through economic measures rather than direct confrontation. Recently, the U.S. president announced a 25% tariff on any nation conducting business with the Islamic Republic, a move framed as a response to ongoing anti-regime protests and reported civilian casualties. This …
(2026-01-15). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Jordan and the ICRC convene a high-level regional conference to advance global commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Iran: Authorities must be held accountable for massacre of protesters. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) in Riyadh: Humanitarian Law as part of the Military Doctrine. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Trump says 'we've been told killing has stopped' in Iran. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-15). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Water crosses the border for 22,000 people in western Uganda. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). 24 hours that pushed Trump & Khamenei to the brink of war, Will Iran strike first? | US, Israel. hindustantimes.com
(2026-01-15). South Sudan: ICRC-supported hospitals deliver critical care as conflict-related casualties reach highest level in eight years. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). Rose-themed ice installations draw visitors to Changchun. ecns.cn
(2026-01-15). Operational update: Assisting communities in winter in the Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Louvre raises ticket prices for most non-EU visitors. ecns.cn
(2026-01-15). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). 'This Time It Won't Miss': Iranian TV issues blatant assassination threat to Trump. ptcnews.tv
(2026-01-15). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). Dongguan sees boom in Year of the Horse trendy toy production and sales. ecns.cn
(2026-01-15). Uganda: Repression threatens election credibility. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-15). Report: Iran reopens airspace after temporary closure forced flights to reroute. haaretz.com
(2026-01-15). The Indian Subcontinent's Hindu-Muslim Divide. fairobserver.com
(2026-01-15). Myanmar: Arbitrary detention and torture of student leader Htet Myat Aung. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). Turkey: Drop bogus charges against Istanbul Bar Association Leadership. fidh.org
(2026-01-15). The sorcerous side of modern science. strategic-culture.su
(2026-01-15). En Cuba informan resultados de consulta del Programa de Gobierno. radiohc.cu 
El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC), Manuel Marrero Cruz, primer ministro de la República presentó este miércoles, en una sesión del Consejo de Estado, los resultados de la consulta popular del Programa de Gobierno y las proyecciones para el 2026. | Este proceso culmina con la publicación del documento actualizado, informó el sitio oficial del Parlamento cubano. | La sesión ordinaria, primera del año, fue encabezada por el presidente del Consejo de Estado, Esteban Lazo Hernández, y contó con la participación de Miguel Díaz-Canel, primer secretario del Comité Central del PCC y presiden…
(2026-01-15). Cuba no se opone a ninguna ayuda, sin condicionamiento. radiohc.cu Comunicado del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de la República de Cuba | El gobierno de EE.UU. está aprovechando con fines oportunistas y de manipulación política lo que parecería un gesto humanitario. | En el marco del intenso esfuerzo de recuperación que de inmediato se inició en Cuba a raíz del paso del huracán Melissa por el territorio nacional el 29 de octubre de 2025, y de la asistencia solidaria que también llegó desde el primer momento, el gobierno de EE.UU. proclamó la intención de enviar ayuda humanitaria. | Han pasado 77 días. El 14 de enero, el Departamento de Estado de ese país comunicó públicame…
(2026-01-15). EEUU, Israel y la cruzada contra Irán. radiohc.cu Al cierre de 2025, los gobiernos de los EEUU e Israel estaban inmersos en la implementación de una guerra híbrida contra la República Islámica de Irán, cuyo punto culminante lo testimoniamos con la denominada Guerra de los 12 días; episodio bélico generado por Tel Aviv y respaldado por Washington, que estuvo enfocado en la destrucción de la infraestructura vinculada al proyecto nuclear civil. | Medio año después, sin haber alcanzado el objetivo citado, Tel Aviv y Washington aspiran lograr un resultado más allá del interés pretendido, al proponerse un cambio de régimen, aprovechándose de las manifestaciones civile…
(2026-01-15). Vicepresidenta española critica a UE por pasividad ante Trump. radiohc.cu La vicepresidenta segunda del Gobierno de España, Yolanda Díaz, criticó este miércoles a la Unión Europea (UE) por su pasividad ante las amenazas de Estados Unidos a la estabilidad mundial. | Díaz se refirió concretamente al mandatario estadounidense, Donald Trump, por su errática política exterior, al tiempo que calificó de dislate la postura del secretario general de la OTAN, Mark Rutte, acerca del tema de Groenlandia. | En entrevista con el espacio La Hora de la Uno de TVE, la también ministra del Trabajo y fundadora del grupo Sumar, recalcó la importancia de que el jefe del Gobierno, Pedro Sánchez, y el líder…
(2026-01-15). Kruger National Park prioritises safety of tourists amid floods. sanews.gov.za Kruger National Park prioritises safety of tourists amid floods | Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille says the precautionary evacuation of tourists at the Kruger National Park, due to ongoing heavy rainfall, will ensure the safety and well-being of its visitors and staff members. | In a statement on Thursday, the Minister expressed her solidarity with tourists affected by the flooding in the park, which resulted in the precautionary evacuation of visitors from affected areas. | "We recognise that this situation has been distressing for tourists whose travel plans have been disrupted, and we thank them for their…
(2026-01-15). Albacete Ruined Arbeloa's Debut with Real Madrid. radiohc.cu Havana, January 14 (RHC) — Albacete spoiled àÅlvaro Arbeloa's debut as Real Madrid manager today, defeating the Merengues 3-1. | Albacete secured passage to the next round of the Copa del Rey thanks to a late goal from Jefté Betancor in the 94th minute. | Argentine Franco Mastantuono (47) and Gonzalo García (90+1) scored for Real Madrid, but Javi Villar opened the scoring in the 43rd minute, and Betancor netted the first of his brace in the 82nd. | This unfortunate start marks the beginning of the former defender's tenure as first-team manager, following the departure of his former teammate Xabi Alonso…
(2026-01-15). New York City Nurses In Historic Strike. popularresistance.org New York, Jan. 13 — Do you remember when New York City nurses were heroes? When they showed up every day at the height of the pandemic, risking their lives to save thousands from a deadly and highly contagious virus? | The city clapped and banged pots at 7 p.m. for them. Politicians called them angels. Their courage was the thin white line between life and death for a city in crisis. | But the executives at New York's largest and richest private hospital networks — Mount Sinai, New York-Presbyterian, and Montefiore — have short memories. In the cold dawn of the new year, they have chosen not to…
(2026-01-14). US says Gaza 'Phase Two' beginning with goal of Hamas demilitarisation. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump's envoy said Wednesday that a plan to end the Gaza war was now moving to Phase Two with a goal of disarming Hamas, despite a number of Israeli strikes during the ceasefire. | "We are announcing the launch of Phase Two of the President's 20-Point Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, moving from ceasefire to demilitarisation, technocratic governance, and reconstruction," envoy Steve Witkoff wrote on X. | Today, on behalf of President Trump, we are announcing the launch of Phase Two of the President's 20-Point Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, moving from ceasefire to demilitarization, technocrat…
(2026-01-14). Will Rafah Crossing Ever Open? Palestinians in Egypt Await Promised Reentry. truthout.org Since the beginning of the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip on October 7, 2023, and until the closure of the Rafah border crossing in May 2024, around 100,000 Palestinians — approximately 4 percent of Gaza's population — have been displaced to Egypt. Some were forced to leave to receive medical treatment or continue their education after the Israeli war destroyed most schools and hospitals in the… |
(2026-01-14). Gaza entering next ceasefire phase as US pushes to disarm Hamas. scmp.com The United States said on Wednesday that it was moving into the next phase of a Gaza ceasefire plan that involves disarming Hamas, rebuilding the war-ravaged territory and establishing the group of Palestinian experts that would administer daily affairs in Gaza under American supervision. | US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff said in a post on X that the deal that the Republican president helped broker was entering its second phase following two years of war between Israel and Hamas,…
(2026-01-14). J.D. Vance is tie-breaker killing War Powers vote. responsiblestatecraft.org Republican senators used a procedural measure to kill a resolution today that would have halted unauthorized hostilities against Venezuela.Before a vote could take place for
(2026-01-14). Stop the War on Venezuela! Free President Maduro and Cilia Flores! wibailoutpeople.org 
In the face of blatant, illegal U.S. attacks on Venezuela, popular movements around the world have taken to the streets in support of their Bolivarian Revolution. U.S. special forces operations, after months of massive deployment and build up of military forces in the Caribbean, President Maduro and Cilia Flores were kidnapped on January 3, charged …
(2026-01-14). Venezuela and the Trump Administration's "Hemisphere First" Agenda. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-14). The many lies of Marco Rubio. peoplesworld.org 
Marco Rubio, an American of Cuban descent and Secretary of State of the United States, has been characterized throughout his political career by a lack of ethics, corruption scandals, an extreme tendency to lie, far-right positions, and an unhealthy obsession with overthrowing the progressive governments of sovereign nations in Latin America—mainly Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua, …
(2026-01-14). The Kidnapping of Venezuela's Sovereignty. counterpunch.org 
On January 3, 2026, the United States did not merely bomb a sovereign country and capture its president. It displayed, in the most unambiguous terms, a total defiance of…
(2026-01-14). Cuba expresses condolences for the deaths of combatants in Venezuela. radiohc.cu The Cuban ambassador to Colombia, Carlos De Céspedes, signed the Book of Condolences in Bogota for the deaths of Venezuelan and Cuban patriots in Caracas on January 3rd during the U.S. military bombings. | The head of the diplomatic mission visited the Simón Bolívar Cultural Center in this capital, where the Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic is collecting expressions of solidarity and support. | On behalf of the Government and people of Cuba, De Céspedes conveyed his deepest condolences to the sister nation. | "The Cuban and Venezuelan blood spilled by imperialist bullets will continue to point the way to victor…
(2026-01-14). Western Media Whitewashes Deadly Riots in Iran, Relying on US Govt-Funded Regime Change NGOs. scheerpost.com "FREEDOM FOR IRAN" Demonstration in solidarity with Iranian protestors at Brandenburg Gate, Berlin (2026-01-11), organised by "Echo Iran". Roy Zuo, CC BY-SA 4.0 In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By…
(2026-01-14). Why Is Iran Declaring War on Multiple Countries When It's at War With Itself? fairobserver.com Iran has declared a "full-fledged war" against the US, Israel and the EU, despite decades of continuous military and proxy confrontations with the US. This raises a key question: Why has Iran now declared war on the US after more than 40 years of covert and overt confrontation? Iran's strategic response to shifting US foreign…
(2026-01-14). Polling Stations Must Be Free of Firearms, Mao Tells Security Forces. plusnews.ug 
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has urged security personnel to exercise restraint during the general elections, calling for polling stations to be free of firearms. Mao, who is also contesting for the Laroo-Pece Division parliamentary seat, made the remarks on Tuesday while addressing journalists in Unyama Sub-county, Gulu District, a day …
(2026-01-14). Iran to execute anti-Khamenei protester today, Trump issues stern warning. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: As unrest in Iran continues to grow and at least 2,403 people have been reported dead in the last two weeks, US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the US will take "very strong action" if protesters are executed. Iran responded angrily, with its national security chief accusing Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being responsible for the deaths of Iranian people. | In an interview with CBS News, Trump did not give details but said the US would react strongly if Iran started hanging protesters. "If they hang them, you're going to see some things," he said. | Soon after…
(2026-01-14). Net Zero Costs Could Exceed £7 Trillion — IEA. wattsupwiththat.com Reaching 2050 target could exceed even highest official predictions of £7.6tn amid 'faulty assumptions'
(2026-01-14). UCC Orders Shutdown of Public Internet Ahead of Elections. plusnews.ug 
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has ordered a partial shutdown of internet access in public places ahead of Thursday's presidential and parliamentary elections, a move that revives memories of past election-period restrictions and has already sparked concern among civil society and digital rights advocates. In a directive issued on Tuesday, UCC said the decision was …
(2026-01-14). What is actually happening in Iran — and the only correct anti-imperialist position. workers.org 
The following statement was posted on bronxantiwar.org on Jan. 11, 2026. Iran is not erupting. It's being attacked. Let's be clear from the start: This is not complex, this is not nuanced, and this is not a situation where "two truths can exist at the same time." That framing is . . . |
(2026-01-14). 'We are facing a tsunami of hate': amid ICE crackdown, unions and community groups call for Minnesota shutdown in 10 days. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in This article is a joint publication of Workday Magazine and Unions and community groups gathered in front of the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota this morning to announce a day of "no work, no school,…
(2026-01-14). High Seas Treaty a chance for China to lead on marine conservation. scmp.com On January 17, a quiet revolution will take place across around two-thirds of the world's oceans. A landmark United Nations agreement known as the High Seas Treaty will formally enter into force, creating the first legally binding global framework to protect marine biodiversity in international waters. | For the first time, activities beyond national jurisdictions — from industrial fishing to deep-sea mining and bio-prospecting — will be subject to environmental impact assessments, marine…
(2026-01-14). EPA Proposal Threatens Ability to Block Pipelines, Other Infrastructure Projects. truthout.org The Trump Administration on Tuesday proposed a new rule aimed at speeding up and streamlining the permitting process for large energy and infrastructure projects, including oil and gas pipelines and facilities tied to artificial intelligence. The rule, which does not require action by Congress, includes a suite of procedural changes to section 401 of the Clean Water Act — a law enacted in the… |
(2026-01-14). Police arrest man who called for ultra-Orthodox to protest against IDF conscription. haaretz.com 'He mobilizes thousands to the streets with a phone call,' police argued, calling him 'an operational arm organizing the call for protests.' About 15,000 ultra-Orthodox took part in a protest last week that deteriorated into violent clashes, resulting in the death of a 14-year-old protester…
(2026-01-14). Stop Trump's war on our rights — SHUT IT DOWN! liberationnews.org 
The Trump administration continues escalating its full-scale assault on our most basic rights. The whole country watched in horror as an ICE agent gunned down Renee Good in Minneapolis. The full-scale invasion of the city by thousands of federal agents aims to round up and deport huge numbers of Somali immigrants. This reign of terror is being replicated in every part of the country.
(2026-01-14). An alliance between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Türkiye and Egypt to confront the "coming storms" in the Middle East. unitedworldint.com/feed/ Bloomberg News reported last Friday that Türkiye is currently seeking to join the Strategic Defense Cooperation Agreement (SDA) signed by Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in September 2025. Mohammed Sabreen, from Cairo / Egypt The Middle East appears poised for major alliances that will leave their mark on regional balances and the prospects for resolving long-standing …
(2026-01-14). The right's plan to boost birthrate. whyy.org How worried should we be about falling birthrates in the U.S.? "Very," according to the Heritage Foundation, which says we need a "Manhattan Project" to restore families.
(2026-01-14). Hezbollah warns Lebanese state against expanded disarmament push. newarab.com 
(2026-01-14). China defends international law against US stance. plenglish.com Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning responded to recent statements by US President Donald Trump, who downplayed the role of international law. | In contrast, the Chinese spokesperson emphasized that it is an essential instrument for resolving disputes. | She also stressed that upholding international law is key to safeguarding international fairness and justice and preventing the world from reverting to the law of the jungle. | Mao pointed out that major powers must assume the responsibility of respecting the authority of international law and fulfilling the obligations it imposes. | The Chinese position come…
(2026-01-14). Khamenei aide, Trump go to 'war' over Soleimani as protests threaten to spill into US-Iran battle. hindustantimes.com Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf issued a fierce warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, invoking the legacy of slain Iranian General Qassem Soleimani and accusing Washington of failing to weaken the so-called "axis of resistance." Speaking in Tehran, Qalibaf said the resistance movement has instead expanded globally, claiming it has placed Israel under pressure. In response, President Donald Trump publicly encouraged Iranians to continue protesting against the Islamic Republic, urging them to document abuses and hold officials accountable. Trump announced he had cancelled all meetings with Irania…
(2026-01-14). Powell Vs Trump: 'jerk will be…' – POTUS replies with brutal insult after Fed chair's DoJ shocker. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that his administration's decision to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities has already driven down borrowing costs, saying the average 30-year mortgage rate has fallen below 6% for the first time in years. He also said the decline was achieved without support from the Federal Reserve, sharply criticising Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whom he accused of obstructing rate cuts. The remarks come amid an escalating confrontation between the White House and the Federal Reserve. Earlier, Jerome Powell revealed that the Trump administration had threatened him with criminal in…
(2026-01-14). Sugary drinks, alcohol should cost more: WHO. tribune.com.pk 
Sugary drinks and alcohol are getting relatively cheaper, the World Health Organization said Tuesday, urging countries to hike taxes to reduce consumption levels and boost health funding. | The WHO said consistently low taxes on the products in most countries were fuelling obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancers. | "Weak tax systems are allowing harmful products to remain cheap while health systems face mounting financial pressure from preventable non-communicable diseases," the UN health agency said. | The organisation said that while such drinks generate billions of dollars in profit, governments captur…
(2026-01-14). Talk World Radio: Violence in the Media Is Changing Us. worldbeyondwar.org 
This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about media and violence. Our guest, Rose A. Dyson, is a media education consultant, scholar, writer, journal editor, public speaker, and activist living in Toronto. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-01-14). Pakistan-American surgeon appointed Chief AI Officer at US college of medicine. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani-American surgeon-scientist Dr Adil Haider has been appointed the Inaugural Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) at the Carle Illinois College of Medicine (CI MED), the world's first engineering-based medical school, according to a press statement issued on Wednesday. | The newly created role marks a major milestone in Dr Haider's global career spanning Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States. As CAIO, he will lead the strategic and responsible integration of artificial intelligence across medical education, research, and clinical innovation at CI MED. | Dr Haider joins Carle…
(2026-01-14). Hawaii's Kilauea volcano puts on spectacular lava display. tribune.com.pk 
Hawaii's Kilauea was spraying a spectacular fountain of lava on Monday, keeping up its reputation as one of the world's most active volcanoes. | For over a year now, Kilauea has been regularly throwing out thousands of tonnes of molten rock and gases since it burst to life in December 2024. | Volcanologists with the US Geological Survey said the incandescent lava was being hurled more than 1,500 feet (460 meters) into the air, with plumes of smoke and gases rising as high as 20,000 feet (six kilometers). | Eruptions such as this one tend to last around one day, the USGS said, but can still vent up to 100,000 t…
(2026-01-14). Uganda shuts down internet as Museveni seeks to extend 40-year rule. scmp.com Ugandan authorities shut down internet access nationwide on Tuesday, two days ahead of elections in which President Yoweri Museveni has overseen a crackdown on the opposition as he seeks to extend his 40-year rule. | The 81-year-old leader, who once said African rulers should not overstay their time in office, was widely expected to win a seventh term on Thursday due to his total control over state and security bodies.
(2026-01-14). 'Imminent US strikes' on Iran cause MENA flight chaos. newarab.com 
International airlines are beginning to suspend flights to Iran as rhetoric from Washington raises fears of a Among some of the Passenger planes travelling with…
(2026-01-14). Danish Forces Are Mandated to Fire Back if U.S. Attacks Greenland. theintercept.com 
The Trump administration has threatened that if it can't buy Greenland, it may take it by military force. Top aide Stephen Miller even "Danish military units have a duty to defend Danish territory if it is subjected to an armed attack, including by taking immediate defensive action if required," Tobias Roed Jensen, spo…
(2026-01-14). Verizon outage disrupts calling and data services for wireless customers across the U.S. whyy.org Many Verizon customers encountered a widespread outage on Wednesday, disrupting calling and other cellular services across the U.S. | The carrier Outage tracker Downdete…
(2026-01-14). Inside the 52 page report claiming Haaretz is Israel. haaretz.com The Israeli government commissioned a report from a private business intelligence firm to back its filing to the High Court of Justice, in which it is justifying the decision to impose sanctions on the paper. The report doesn't refute Haaretz's reporting, but attempts to frame critical views and journalistic investigations as treasonous…
(2026-01-14). Far-right Zionist group Betar to close New York operation. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-14). National Progressives Side With Mamdani in House Race Splitting NYC Left. theintercept.com 
Justice Democrats is wading into a high-profile congressional race in New York City, where a competition between the progressive Brooklyn borough president and a socialist first-term State Assembly member is testing competing visions for the future of the electoral left under Mayor Zohran Mamdani. | The group is endorsing Claire Valdez, a State Assembly member from Queens and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, to replace
(2026-01-14). ICE Puts All of Us in Danger. otherwords.org On January 7, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot Good, a 37-year-old poet and mother of three, was driving alongside her wife, Becca. They were observing an ICE raid in their community. "We stopped to support our neighbors. We had whi…
(2026-01-14). Delaware representative resurfaces controversial meme as family and friends grieve loss of state trooper killed in line of duty. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware lawmakers approved an annual Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizing Jan. 9 as "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" on their first day back in session. | But nothing was routine during this week's vote on the resolution. | As friends and family are still grieving the
(2026-01-14). US opens new air defence unit at Qatar base amid Iran tensions. newarab.com 
(2026-01-14). The CIA/Mossad operation to spark a color revolution in Iran has failed. strategic-culture.su The CIA/Mossad plan to spark a color revolution in Iran, which has attracted global attention and a tsunami of propaganda pieces portraying the Iranian protests as a massive, unstoppable popular movement, has failed. Yes, protests continue in some parts of the country, but Iranian security forces have taken off the gloves and are fighting back.
(2026-01-14). "Federal Invasion" of Minnesota. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer As Minnesota reels from an unprecedented surge of armed federal agents, Saint Paul City Council Vice President Hwa Jeong Kim delivers one of the clearest on‚Äëthe‚Äëground accounts of what communities are facing. In this conversation, she describes a Twin Cities transformed: thousands of masked DHS officers flooding neighborhoods, residents being seized …
(2026-01-14). Coast to coast protests condemn ICE murderers. workers.org 
People came out in massive numbers in numerous cities with little advance notice to protest the killing by Immigration and Customs Enforcement of ICE observer Renee Good by ICE agents on Jan. 7 in Minneapolis. Philadelphia, Jan. 8, 2025. (WW Photo: Joe Piette) Several thousand people converged on Philadelphia City . . . |
(2026-01-14). Greenland PM backs Denmark ties over US. geo.tv 
Chairman of the Naalakkersuisut, Greenland's Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen give a statement on the current situation at a press conference in the Hall of Mirrors at the Prime Minister's Office in Copenhagen, Denmark January 13, 2026….
(2026-01-14). Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for January 14, 2026; "Federal Invasion": Minnesota Officials Condemn Violent ICE Raids, Arrests; Journalist Tests ICE Recruitment; Surprised to Find Herself Hired with No Background Check; "ICE Is OK with Renee Good's Killing": Journalist Ken Klippenstein on ICE Tactics & Recruitment; ICE Detention Expands Dramatically; 70,000 Immigrants Now Jailed, Deaths Increase; Supreme Court Appears Poised to Uphold State Bans on Trans Student Athletes | Headlines for January 14, 2026; "Federal Invasion": Minnesota Officials Condemn Violent ICE Raids, Arrests; Journalist Tes…
(2026-01-14). Democratic challengers to U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick court voters in Horsham town hall. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? There is a crowded pool of Democrats Democratic hopefuls
(2026-01-14). UAW Defends Member Who Told Trump the Real Truth! wibailoutpeople.org 
UAW International Union The United Auto Workers (UAW) union released a statement shortly after the altercation expressing support for Sabula, a union member. UAW Vice President and Ford Department Director Laura Dickerson said: 'The autoworker at the Dearborn Truck Plant is a proud member of a strong and fighting union—the UAW. He believes in freedom …
(2026-01-14). Who are Iran's Revolutionary Guards and what is their role in the crackdown on protesters? scmp.com Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, or IRGC, is the ideological arm of Tehran's military, answering to supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and stands accused by Western countries of orchestrating and perpetrating the crackdown on protesters. | Who are they?
(2026-01-14). "CBS Evening News" Has Lost Over a Million Viewers Since Bari Weiss Takeover. truthout.org CBS's "Evening News" program lost over a million viewers in its first week under its new anchor, Tony Dokoupil, compared to the same period last year, marking a sharp loss for the network after the network's billionaire owners installed far right provocateur Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief in October. Data from media audience measurement firm Nielsen shows that the show lost nearly a quarter of… |
(2026-01-14). Richard Wolff: ICE Terror, Executive Policing, and Why a General Strike Could Flip the Script. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer In this wide‚Äëranging post for The Socialist Program, economist Richard Wolff argues that the escalating ICE crackdowns and the creation of a new federal police force signal not strength but a presidency under mounting pressure. As Wolff sees it, the administration's recent moves—from sudden populist gestures like capping credit‚Äëcard interest rates …
(2026-01-14). Why China may buy Nvidia's H200 chips as Trump eases curbs — and replace them later. scmp.com China is likely to accept Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips following US clearance, driven by immediate demand in the country's vast tech sector, according to analysts — though they said Beijing would push to replace them over time. | The American chip giant's second-most-advanced AI processor can be exported to China from Thursday, as long as shipments total no more than half the amount sold in the US, according to the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and…
(2026-01-14). Why did Israel sell arms to the Iran, its bitterest enemy? haaretz.com In 1979, the last Israelis were expelled from Iran and the new regime declared a complete severing of ties. Yet this didn't prevent Israel from selling weapons and ammunition to the ayatollahs' regime a few years later. The full details of the secret ties between the two countries may come to light if the regime in Tehran falls…
(2026-01-14). SEIU cancels 5-day strike at KPC Health facilities in California. wsws.org The SEIU-UHW West bureaucracy announced a tentative agreement on January 10 and called off the strike—just two days before 15,000 nurses in New York City launched what has become the largest nurses' strike in the city's history.
(2026-01-14). Navy's Top Admiral Concerned About Strain On Ford Carrier Strike Group. twz.com 
The USS Gerald R. Ford has been on cruise since June and the Navy's top officer does not want to send it to the Middle East on extended deployment.
(2026-01-14). DOJ Push to Investigate Renee Good's Widow Sparks Mass Resignation. truthout.org A push by the Department of Justice to open an investigation into the widow of Renee Nicole Good after her tragic killing at the hands of a federal immigration officer has sparked a mass resignation of federal prosecutors in Minnesota, reports say. According to reports, at least a dozen federal prosecutors across Washington and Minnesota have indicated their plans to resign. |
(2026-01-14). 16-year-old girl sexually assaulted by Pak grooming gang rescued by over 200 Sikhs. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Over 200 members of the Sikh community came together in West London to rescue a 16-year-old girl who was allegedly abducted by a Pakistani grooming gang, with the suspect taken into police custody after hours of demonstrations and the teen reunited with her family. | The Hounslow incident went viral after a video of the rescue was shared widely on social media. In the video, the accused man is seen being taken away in a police van after hours of protests, which the girl's parents also attended. | A 16 year old Sikh girl was groomed by a Pakistani Muslim man in his 40s. He took her into his flat an…
(2026-01-14). Culture Ministry scraps 2026 arts prizes, ending decades-long tradition. haaretz.com After dropping the Dvora Omer Prize for children's literature on Tuesday, Culture Minister Miki Zohar is also reportedly canceled the Levi Eshkol Creative Award for Hebrew Writers and others in music and the visual arts…
(2026-01-14). China appoints special representative on SCO affairs. plenglish.com Beijing, Jan 14 (Prensa Latina) China has appointed Ambassador Yan Wenbin as the special representative of the Chinese government on Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) affairs and national coordinator of this nation to that regional mechanism.
(2026-01-14). Pakistan among 75 countries hit by US immigrant visa processing freeze. tribune.com.pk 
The Trump administration is suspending all visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Pakistan. The US State Department did not elaborate on the plan, first reported by Fox News on Wednesday, which cited a State Department memo. | Potential list of countries includes Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bhutan, Bosnia, Brazil, Burma, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Colombia, Cote d'Ivoire, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Dominica, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemal…
(2026-01-14). Convicted Former Guinean Official Dies in Prison. hrw.org Col. Claude Pivi, Guinea's former minister for presidential security and one of the men convicted in a landmark trial for rapes and killings committed in Guinea in 2009, reportedly died in custody in a hospital on January 6, 2026, of natural causes. | Click to expand Image | Col. Claude Pivi, Guinea's former minister for presidential security, at Martyrs Square of Conakry on October 2, 2009. | © 2009 Seyllou/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-01-14). Bangladeshi Women, Girls, Minorities Face Rising Violence. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Activists attend a procession to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 25, 2025. | © 2025 MD Abu Sufian Jewel/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2026-01-14). Bipartisan outrage after Trump greenlights Nvidia chips to China. responsiblestatecraft.org With no little irony, the Trump administration announced late