reuters.com (2026-02-05). Trump has attacked pillars of democracy, says Human Rights Watch Trump has attacked key pillars of his country's democracy, Human Rights Watch warned on Wednesday in its annual global report, citing the Republican president's immigration crackdown, threats to voting rights and other policies.
(2026-02-05). Hamas calls for new global actions against ongoing genocide. workers.org 
The following press release was posted Feb. 3, 2026, on Hamas Online English Mirror. A Global Call for Protests and Pressure Campaigns Against the Continued Aggression and Genocide Targeting Our Palestinian People in the Gaza Strip In light of the fascist occupation government's continued brutal aggression against our Palestinian people . . . |
(2026-02-05). Israeli forces bulldoze UK, Australian war graves in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-02-05). Witkoff and Araghchi: the men leading US-Iran talks. al-monitor.com US special envoy Steve Witkoff has spearheaded talks on Gaza and Ukraine, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is Iran's face abroad.On Friday, they meet in Muscat following a deadly crackdown on a mass protest movement against the Islamic republic that saw the United States threaten military action before agreeing to talks.Here are short profiles of the two lead negotiators: – Witkoff: real estate to world stage -…
(2026-02-05). What will a rebuilt Gaza look like? The competing visions for the Strip's future. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — Following a visit to Gaza in January, the UN undersecretary general, Jorge Moreira da Silva, called the level of destruction there
(2026-02-05). Headlines for February 5, 2026. democracynow.org Minnesota Officials Demand All Federal Agents Leave as Trump Administration Announces Drawdown, 10-Year-Old Girl Seized by Federal Agents in Minnesota Freed from Texas ICE Jail, ACLU Calls for U.N. Probe into Trump's Immigration Crackdown over Human Rights Abuses, "Have ICE Surround the Polls": Steve Bannon Adds to Fears Trump Will Disrupt Midterm Elections, Supreme Court Clears Congressional Map Gerrymandered to Benefit California Democrats, Palestinians Returning to Gaza Through Rafah Crossing Report Severe Restrictions by Israel, Chuck Schumer Defends U.S. Arming Israel as Trump Admin Approve…
(2005-02-26). Ukraine and Russia resume US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine and Russia started a second day of US-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, after a first day described as productive and positive by both Kyiv and Moscow. | Russian President Vladimir Putin's envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Thursday that there was progress and a positive movement forward in talks on how to end the four-year war. | Ukraine's top negotiator, Rustem Umerov, said after Wednesday's meetings that the discussions were "meaningful and productive, focusing on concrete steps and practical solutions". | Read: Israeli strikes kill 20 in Gaza as Rafah medical exits halted | Announcing the start…
(2026-02-05). Sloppy redactions in Epstein files leave uncensored nudes in, take dog's name out. scmp.com Nude photos. The names and faces of sexual abuse victims. Bank account and Social Security numbers in full view. | All of these things appeared in the mountain of documents released Friday by the US Justice Department as part of its effort to comply with a law requiring it to open its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-02-05). The Epstein Saga: Chapter 7, Hello Mr. Burns. strategic-culture.su A key figure in American political power, a connecting link between Democrats, Middle Eastern diplomacy, and intelligence, began associating with Epstein in 2014 and later became Director of the CIA. | Join us on , , and .
theintercept.com (2026-02-05). Federal Agents Left Behind "Death Cards" After Capturing Immigrants
ICE vehicles reportedly employ red and blue flashing lights to mimic those of local law enforcement agencies, duping people into pulling over. | | When family members arrived on the scene in Eagle County, Colorado, their loved ones had already been disappeared by federal agents. But what they found inside the vehicles was disturbing: a customized ace of spades playing card ' popularly known as a "death card" ' that read "ICE Denver Field Office."
english.palinfo.com (2026-02-05). Settlers torch cars, scrawl racist graffiti in W. Bank
Jewish settler groups continue to escalate their attacks against Palestinian civilians and their property in the occupied West Bank under the protection of the Israeli occupation army and police.
(2026-02-05). How Epstein-Mandelson files rocked the UK government. aljazeera.com PM knew of Peter Mandelson's friendship with Epstein when he appointed him ambassador to the US.
(2026-02-05). Epstein files show how racialised trafficking erased Black girls from victimhood. thecanary.co 
Rabid media coverage of the Epstein files has breathlessly focused on political gossip at the expense of centring victims and survivors. As such, public discussion of elite sexual abuse often gravitates towards spectacle: powerful men, hidden networks and institutional failure. Of course, coverage from mainstream media is complicit in upholding power structures that decide who […] | By
(2026-02-05). Corbyn calls for focus on Epstein's victims as Mandelson scandal explodes. thecanary.co 
Jeremy Corbyn has demanded a focus on the victims of Jeffrey Epstein as the scandal surrounding Peter Mandelson grows. Speaking from the Central Lobby on 5 February, Corbyn called for the US authorities to interview Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Victims of Epstein's vile network will be scarred forever by the horrific abuse they suffered. It […] | By
(2026-02-05). Epstein being a white supremacist is what underpinned his depraved network. thecanary.co 
This article contains graphic details of rape and sexual assault. The latest tranche of Epstein documents have provided further evidence that he was not only a vile paedophile, he was also an appalling racist. We've previously covered Epstein's sickening fantasies about using the supposedly "superior gene pool" of himself and the children he raped to […] | By
(2026-02-05). Jeffrey Epstein had a child with a teenager: New leaks shock. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – New leaks in the case of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have caused huge shock after a new report by The Times said that the American billionaire had a child with a teenage girl.According to files released by the US Department of Justice, Epstein may have had a number of secret children, including one whom he had with a girl who was 16 or 17 years old.The Times said that the three million files released by the Department of Justice hint that the sex offender had fathered children, including one by a teenager who alleges her daughter was taken from her minutes after birth.One of Epstein's victims claimed…
(2026-02-05). UK ex-envoy's ties to Epstein spark political storm. aljazeera.com UK PM Keir Starmer says he regrets appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador related to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-02-05). Selected Articles: Epstein Scandal Exposes Degeneracy of Western Elites. globalresearch.ca 
By The Epstein scandal exposed a long-standing pattern among Western elites and secret services involving blackmail, manipulation, and acting as mediators in certain situations that they could …
(2026-02-05). Elon Musk Under Fire for Epstein Links, Grok's Sexualized AI Deepfakes & SpaceX-xAI Merger. democracynow.org 
French prosecutors have asked Elon Musk to appear for questioning following a police raid on the offices of the social media network X in Paris. The French probe comes on the heels of a U.K. investigation into Musk's AI tool Grok over its "potential to produce harmful sexualized image and video content." Last month, the European Union also launched an investigation into sexual deepfakes created by Grok. "It's a part of a kind of a pushback that we're seeing now against Musk that's probably more forceful than anything we've seen to date," says Quinn Slobodian,…
(2026-02-05). Daniella Cabello Appointed as Tourism Minister of Venezuela. orinocotribune.com The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, announced the appointment of Daniella Cabello as the new Minister of Tourism, replacing Leticia Gómez, who had been serving in…
(2026-02-05). Belarus, Venezuela aim for closer cooperation. eng.belta.by The parties confirmed the consistently high level of Belarusian-Venezuelan interstate dialogue and expressed mutual interest in further deepening cooperation.
(2026-02-05). La intervención de USA en Venezuela: el fin de la soberanía de los Estados. strategic-culture.su Los recientes acontecimientos en Venezuela han sido comentados de manera puramente partidista. Quienes detestan a Nicolás Maduro aplaudieron su secuestro, quienes lo aprecian clamaron al escándalo. Dos formas igualmente detestables de pasar por alto lo esencial. Lo esencial, en efecto, no es saber si Maduro es un ´buen tipo ª o un horrible dictador, sino comprender que con este secuestro hemos entrado definitivamente en una nueva era: aquella en la que la soberanía de los Estados ya no es reconocida por la potencia dominante.
(2026-02-05). Sinn Féin and Labour leaders femwash genocide at Dublin Google event. thecanary.co The leaders of two political parties keen to tout their pro-Palestine credentials have attended an event at Google Ireland's headquarters, a firm heavily complicit in so-called 'Israel's' genocide in Palestine. Mary Lou McDonald of Sinn Féin and Ivana Bacik of Labour both revealed the shallowness of their Palestine support by attending. The Boycott, Divestment and […] | By
(2026-02-05). Snow cleanup: Over 110 vehicles work through the night in Minsk Oblast. eng.belta.by Due to heavy snowfall, the housing and utilities enterprises of Minsk Oblast switched to an enhanced operational mode and began nighttime snow removal and the application of de-icing materials.
(2026-02-05). Trump declines to take sides between Vance, Rubio in 2028 successor debate. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio attend a meeting with oil industry executives, at the White House in Washington, DC, US, January 9, 2026. — Reuters Rubio has not closed door to running in 2028.Vance says will talk to Trump…
(2026-02-05). Is the World Entering a New and More Dangerous Arms Race? thinktank.pk The world may be standing on the brink of a new and more dangerous arms race, one unlike the Cold War competition of the 20th century. The imminent expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START)—the last remaining nuclear weapons control agreement between the United States and Russia—has triggered alarm among security experts, …
(2026-02-05). Israeli army plans propaganda campaign in East Jerusalem schools. newarab.com 
Israeli army reservists assigned to the If the project is carried out as planned, which the army has not yet officially announced to the media, the Arabic-speaking soldiers, wearing Israeli army uniforms, will enter a school designated by the Jerusalem municipality and the army as a pi…
(2026-02-05). UK ties to Palantir under scrutiny after Mandelson revelations. newarab.com 
Pressure is mounting in Westminster over Speaking in the House of Commons on Wednesday, Conservative MP Alex Burghart questioned the government about the lack of clarity surrounding its relationship with Pala…
(2026-02-05). Could Democrats Regain the Rural Vote? portside.org Could Democrats Regain the Rural Vote? |
(2026-02-05). Ambassador: Belarus-Iran cooperation has gained strong momentum. eng.belta.by The momentum in cooperation between Belarus and Iran is very strong, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Republic of Belarus Alireza Sanei said.
(2026-02-05). Belarus' State Border Committee: Over 200 trucks waiting to enter Lithuania. eng.belta.by In the past 24 hours, the staff of the Medininkai (Kamenny Log on the Belarusian side) checkpoint processed only 15% of the trucks, while the Salcininkai (Benyakoni on the Belarusian side) checkpoint handled 30% of the trucks.
(2026-02-05). Madison, Feb. 8, 2026: Cine Cubano Fundraiser for the Madison Camaguey Association! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-05). Trump provides self-pitying defence for killing Americans. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, Donald Trump has been deploying masked goons to terrorise US cities. These anonymous thugs work for the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, and yet the Trump regime is using them to intimidate all Americans — not just those who were born outside the states. This recently saw ICE agents murder Renee […] | By
(2026-02-05). Prayer Vigil at ICE Headquarters in Fresno. indybay.org An interdenominational prayer vigil was held at ICE headquarters in Fresno the morning of February 4.
(2026-02-05). Saturday 2/7: Meetup: Grassroots Coalition Building with Penny of AAC and Chrys of ICAW. indybay.org 2414 6th St, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-02-05). Tenderloin Museum in San Francisco, is playing Rob Nilsson's 9@Night Films. indybay.org The Tenderloin Museum, which is the former site of Newman's Gym, where Cassius Clay (Mohammed Ali) trained for the 1960 Olympics, will be playing all nine of Rob Nilsson's "Nine@Night Films." It has already played one of the films last Thursday evening, called Noise.
(2026-02-05). TPS Hearing Temporarily Stalls Deportations of Haitians. indybay.org With the expiration of Temporary Protection Status (TPS) granted to 350,000 Haitians set to expire on February 3rd, a hearing was held on February 2, in US District Court in Washington, DC to halt an action by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem to end the program.
(2026-02-05). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-05). Commodities Slide as Global Tensions Ease; Precious Metals and Oil Hit Hard. moderndiplomacy.eu Commodity prices fell sharply on Thursday, with losses spanning precious metals, oil and industrial metals, as easing geopolitical tensions and a firmer U.S. dollar prompted investors to unwind defensive positions. The sell-off followed a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, alongside renewed prospects for U.S.-Iran talks later this week. …
(2026-02-05). Friday 2/6: 2026 Rancho Cordova Black History – Farm to Fork Friday "A Taste of Pan African Cuisine" indybay.org Rancho Cordova City Hall | American River Room | 2729 Prospect Park Drive | Rancho Cordova, CA. 95670…
(2026-02-05). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-05). Thursday 2/26: Show Up to Court Hearing, Lawsuit Against the Navy Over Toxic Contamination of Shipyard. indybay.org MEET IN FRONT OF THE OLD FEDERAL BUILDING | 450 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-02-05). Analysing The Risks Involved in Expansion of AIMIM, AIUDF. ummid.com Under the First Past…
(2026-02-05). Expert explores possible cooperation avenues between Belarus, Southeast Asia. eng.belta.by The expert also observed an investment boom in electronics and renewable energy across the region. "This is driven by their large populations, a significant youth demographic, and a growing middle class, which together create a vast domestic market for consumer goods and financial services," she explained.
(2026-02-05). NSFAS makes progress in clearing backlogs. sanews.gov.za NSFAS makes progress in clearing backlogs | National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Acting CEO, Wassem Carrim, on Thursday highlighted steady progress made by the student funding body in clearing backlogs and expanding access to funding for eligible students. | Carrim highlighted that more than 180 000 outstanding documents that were submitted to NSFAS, led to an additional 50 000 funding approvals, prior to the closing of the registration cycle. | The processing covers first-time entering students, returning university students and continuing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college…
(2026-02-05). Who are the past winners, and what's the history of the T20 World Cup? aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's breakdown of the most iconic moments, players and matches in the tournament's 19-year history.
(2026-02-05). Will New York divest from Israel Bonds. newarab.com 
A group of advocates is urging A political conflict over New York's Israel Bonds holdings developed following the recent November election of
(2026-02-05). Tips to Drive CPG Product Innovation That Actually Scales. moguldom.com In consumer packaged goods (CPG), innovation is often framed as a creative challenge—new flavours, new formats, new packaging, new ideas. But for operators and founders, innovation is rarely about creativity alone. It's about growth. Every innovation decision carries financial, operational, and reputational risk. New products require capital investment, supply chain coordination, retail buy-in, and internal …
(2026-02-05). Pakistan and the US Might Reassess Their Newly Restored Strategic Partnership. globalresearch.ca The Indo-US trade deal greatly reduces the odds of the US jointly containing and even possibly trying to "Balkanize" India together with Pakistan…
(2026-02-05). NAC opens applications to fund arts projects. sanews.gov.za NAC opens applications to fund arts projects | The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) has encouraged individual arts practitioners, registered arts organisations and community art centres to apply for funding for the 2026-2027 financial year. ⚪ "This call appeals to arts practitioners to present projects that can continue to educate, entertain, and enlighten audiences. Proposed projects must demonstrate impact and value for the communities in which they operate," the NAC said ahead of next month's deadline. ⚪ The maximum amount applied for should not be more than R350 000. ⚪ The allocation will be in…
(2026-02-05). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-02-05). Building Hope, Non-Violence, and Peace: What is Our Excuse Not to Do More? worldbeyondwar.org 
Valedictory Address of International Fellowship Program on Nonviolence and Peace | By Kathy Kelly, I am deeply privileged to be with all of you today. I want to say bon courage to us all and acknowledge that many of you are in contexts where great courage is required because of the…
(2026-02-05). Tunisian police arrest member of parliament who mocked president. newarab.com 
Saidani has recently become known for his
(2026-02-05). What's for Textiles, Other Sectors in Budget 2026: Read Highlights, Summary. ummid.com Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Sunday February 01, 2026 tabled Budget 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha — the lower House of the Indian Parliament.
(2026-02-05). Hedges Report: The Future of the 'New World Order'. consortiumnews.com Donald Trump believes U.S. economic and military might are all he needs to achieve unilateral control over America's allies, but he's a "one-man wrecking crew." John Mearsheimer speaks to Chris Hedges. By Chris Hedges The Chris Hedges Report This interview is…
(2026-02-05). Washington Post slashes one-third of its newsroom, as 2026 jobs bloodbath continues. wsws.org The Washington Post announced Tuesday that it is eliminating more than 300 journalists—roughly one-third of its 800-person newsroom.
(2026-02-05). Researchers in Africa are using AI to fill the global health care gap. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-05). Iran, U.S. to meet Friday in Oman amid deep divisions, military posturing. ecns.cn Iran and the United States are set to hold talks in Oman's capital Muscat on Friday, officials confirmed on Wednesday, capping days of public disagreement over the venue and agenda that laid bare the profound discord between the two sides.
(2026-02-05). Church angel resembling Italy's prime minister painted over after outcry. scmp.com Call it divine intervention, or maybe just a hasty fix-it job to put an end to days of speculation and scandal. But the end result is that the Angel Meloni is no more. | A painting of a cherub with a face bearing a remarkable resemblance to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had attracted large crowds to the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Lucina, one of the oldest basilicas in Rome. That angel's face was gone when the church opened its doors on Wednesday: the cherub's body remains, but the face was…
(2026-02-05). Sinn Féin and Labour leaders femwash genocide at Dublin Google event. thecanary.co The leaders of two political parties keen to tout their pro-Palestine credentials have attended an event at Google Ireland's headquarters, a firm heavily complicit in so-called 'Israel's' genocide in Palestine. Mary Lou McDonald of Sinn Féin and Ivana Bacik of Labour both revealed the shallowness of their Palestine support by attending. The Boycott, Divestment and […] | By
(2026-02-05). Alleged killer of Israeli Embassy staffers faces terrorism charges, possible death penalty. haaretz.com Prosecutors accuse Elias Rodriguez, 31, of opening fire on people leaving an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee, firing approximately 20 shots from a semi-automatic handgun and calling out 'Free Palestine'…
(2026-02-05). Shashi Tharoor's son among 300 laid off as Washington Post fires one-third of staff. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Washington Post on Wednesday laid off nearly one-third of its workforce in one of the most extensive rounds of job cuts in the media industry, shutting down its sports section, closing several international bureaus and discontinuing its books coverage. Among those impacted were the newspaper's New Delhi bureau chief as well as all correspondents and editors covering the Middle East. | More than 300 employees lost their jobs, including Ishaan Tharoor, a senior columnist on international affairs and son of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. Tharoor acknowledged his exit in a social media post, reflecti…
(2026-02-05). The Decisive Battle: When the War Is for Your Mind. radiohc.cu We live in an era of global tensions where conflicts have transcended traditional battlefields. Today, the struggle is being waged on two main fronts: the control of economic resources—through subjugation and strangulation—and, even more decisively, the realm of ideas. The latter seeks to colonize people's minds, sowing fear and despair, and suppressing logical reasoning until truth is confused with falsehood. The objective is clear: whoever controls an individual's thoughts, controls them completely. | This scenario is not new. As early as November 17, 2005, Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz warned…
(2026-02-05). Fundraiser: Nada Moubarak Sadaqa Jariyah. wibailoutpeople.org 
Link: tinyurl.com/3jur4ybp Asalamualykum, ina lilahi wa ina ilayhi rajioon. Our beloved Nada Moubarak passed away on February 3rd. May Allah have mercy on her precious soul. Amna Ataullah and Najma Abdi are organizing this GoFundMe to raise money for a well in the name of Nada Moubarak as sadaqah jariyah. Here is the website we …
(2026-02-05). 'The real threat to democracy is coming from inside Europe'. strategic-culture.su By Javier VILLAMOR | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | "It is no longer just about controlling the narrative, but about ensuring elec…
(2026-02-05). Australia: National Cabinet agrees on plan to drive tens of thousands of children off NDIS disability support. wsws.org The deal will drive annual growth in spending on the $52 billion National Disability Insurance Scheme down to 5—6 percent, from about 9.5 percent last year, amounting to cuts of tens of billions of dollars over the coming decade.
(2026-02-05). Chinese startup tests its flying car that can carry 10 people. aljazeera.com Chinese company AutoFlight conducted a public flight demonstration for its 5-tonne-class flying car V5000 Matrix.
(2026-02-05). China slams EU probe into wind turbine maker Goldwind as 'discriminatory'. scmp.com China has criticised the European Commission's anti-subsidy probe into Chinese wind turbine maker Goldwind Science & Technology as "targeted" and "discriminatory", warning that such measures would undermine Chinese companies' confidence in the European market and disrupt the bloc's green transition. | "The European side's related investigations have generalised the concept of 'foreign subsidies' and have many problems, such as insufficient evidence for opening cases and a lack of procedural…
(2026-02-05). KEAM 2026 Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala has extended the last date of application for the KEAM 2026 (Engineering and Pharmacy) to be held from April 17 to 23, 2026.
(2026-02-05). Build rank-and-file committees at Australian universities to fight job destruction and pro-war restructuring. wsws.org Spearheaded by the fascistic Trump administration, an eruption of militarism and domestic repression has shattered…
(2026-02-05). RRB CEN 06/2024: Typing Skill Test [CBTST 2026] Date Announced. ummid.com The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has confirmed the Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) to be conducted for the candidates who have qualified the CBT 2 exam conducted for recruitment as notified under NTPC CEN 06/2024.
(2026-02-05). New Delhi free to buy oil from any country: Moscow on India's oil trade halt with Russia under US deal. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Russia on Wednesday stated that India is free to purchase crude oil from any country it chooses and emphasised that New Delhi's move to diversify its energy suppliers is neither new nor | New Delhi free to buy oil from any country: Moscow on India's oil trade halt with Russia under US deal…
(2026-02-05). EXCLUSIVE SUMMARY: Tom Tate and his pods collapse GC democracy. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-05). New START nuclear treaty set for extension as US, Russia close in on deal. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Russia are close to reaching an agreement to extend the New START nuclear arms control treaty beyond its expiration. This treaty limits the number of missiles, launchers, and strategic warheads each side can have and is the last in a series of nuclear agreements starting from the Cold War. Although negotiations …
(2026-02-05). What Will the Future Look Like in the 'New World Order?' (w/ John Mearsheimer) The Chris Hedges Report. scheerpost.com 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 Chris Hedges / Karl Marx, in his essay
(2026-02-05). Nike probed by Trump appointee over claims of bias against white workers. aljazeera.com Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's probe is latest effort by Trump administration to stymie diversity policies.
(2026-02-05). The detention of South Jersey kebab shop owners sparked change. Deportation still looms. whyy.org The shawarma, falafel wraps and baklava at Jersey Kebab are great, but many of its patrons are also there these days for a side of protest. | A New Jersey suburb of Philadelphia has rallied around the restaurant's Turkish owners since federal officers detained the couple last February because they say their visas had expired. | In fact, business has been so good since Celal and Emine Emanet were picked up early in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown that they have moved to a bigger space in the next town over. Their regulars don't seem to mind. | The family came to the U.S. seeking freedom:…
(2026-02-05). Political Standoff: Immigration Demand Threatens DHS Shutdown. devdiscourse.com Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed concerns on Thursday about the demands from Democrats regarding federal immigration officers, labeling them as 'unrealistic.' Thune warned of a potential shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) if Democrats do not engage with Republicans and the White House.
(2026-02-05). Gunmen massacre nearly 200 in Nigeria attacks, some bound and executed. scmp.com Nearly 200 people have been ‚killed by armed men in separate attacks in remote villages in central and northern Nigeria, a local lawmaker, residents and police said on Wednesday, as security forces searched for survivors and chased the attackers. | In central Kwara state, gunmen attacked the Woro community on Tuesday leaving at least 170 ‚Å people dead, the lawmaker for the area, Saidu Baba Ahmed, said by phone.
(2026-02-05). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Link, Key Dates. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration and application process of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 from today i.e. Sunday February 01, 2026, and here are the link to apply and important dates.
(2026-02-05). Scott Morrison almost got it right. onlineopinion.com.au Scott Morrison finally names the problem of Islamic extremism, then reaches for the one solution liberals should fear most: regulation.
(2026-02-05). From promise to paralysis: Lebanon's new government one year on. newarab.com 
One year The government's first ministerial statement in 2025 marked a
(2026-02-05). Gold and silver as heralds of a new economic order. uwidata.com By Serhat Latifoƒülu Gold has risen by 130 percent since the start of 2024, and silver is up nearly 175 percent since mid-2025. As the first quarter of the twenty-first century draws to a close, the global economic and financial system is undergoing not merely a cyclical fluctuation but a structural transformation. The 2008 Global …
(2026-02-05). CTET Admit Card 2026 Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is releasing on its official website ctet.nic.in the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to be held in the month of February 2026.
(2026-02-05). US Offensive Strangling Cuba: Neo-Monroeism Risks Backfiring at Home. globalresearch.ca US President Donald Trump has just escalated Washington's long-standing economic war against Cuba by declaring a "
(2026-02-05). Belarus' 2025 foreign trade in goods hits almost $90bn. eng.belta.by When compared to 2024 levels calculated at current prices, the 2025 foreign trade showed a 4.3% increase. Exports expanded by 2.6%, while imports grew by 5.8%.
(2026-02-05). 2026 Winter Olympics kick off in Italy. eng.belta.by The competitive program of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games got underway in Italy on 4 February.
(2026-02-05). Vigil for Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Fresno. indybay.org Hundreds attended a candlelight vigil for Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Fresno Sunday, January 25.
(2026-02-05). JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Answer Key Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release on the JEE Main official website jeemain.nta.nic.in the JEE Main Session 1 January 2026 Answer Key along with the Question Paper and Response Sheet (OMR Sheet) of the students who appeared in the engineering entrance exam.
(2026-02-05). Blood And Fire In Lordegan: New Reports Reveal Scale Of Iranian Regime's Brutality And Resistance Of Youth OpEd. eurasiareview.com Despite the Iranian regime's frantic efforts to conceal the scale of the nationwide uprising through severe internet blackouts and a suffocating news blockade, reports continue to leak out, revealing a volatile society determined to overthrow the religious dictatorship. New field reports obtained from the city of Lordegan detail a week of intense confrontations in early January 2026, showing that the rebellious youth are holding their ground against heavily armed suppression forces. | While the regime has tried to portray a calm situation by cutting off communications, the reality on the ground tells a differe…
(2026-02-05). JEFF McMULLEN: Marie Bashir and Rob Hirst's rhythm of kindness. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-05). Video: Bangladesh's election and the return of banned Jamaat-e-Islami. aljazeera.com For the first time in Bangladesh's history, the country's largest Muslim party has a chance of taking power.
(2026-02-05). Australia dodges call for arrest of visiting Israel president. newarab.com 
(2026-02-05). Read All About It! Tycoon Tires of Playing Media Magnate, Kills Major Daily to Spend More Time With Trophy Wife. counterpunch.org The kindest thing that could b said about Jeff Bezos slashing the slashing the staff by over a third — that's over 300 jobs—with more to come, is that this is a dilettante retailer whose wealth is estimated this year at $230—$266 billion who got bored with playing media tycoon and decided to spend more
(2026-02-05). Robot dogs join Chinese New Year celebrations with festive lion dance. ecns.cn Shangcheng District in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, hosted a Spring Festival cultural performance event Tuesday, featuring several robotic dogs performing lion dances in the streets to celebrate the Chinese New Year.
(2026-02-05). Nicaragua as a Regional Model. globalresearch.ca Nicaragua plays an essential role in the development of Central America not only because of its geographical position in the center of the isthmus but also because of the success of its revolutionary model of socio-economic democratization. Nicaragua has demonstrated …
(2026-02-05). Trump's Climate Policy Rollback Plan Relies on EPA Rescinding its 2009 Endangerment Finding, But Will Courts Allow It? counterpunch.org 
In 2009, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency formally declared that greenhouse gas emissions, including from vehicles and fossil fuel power plants, endanger public health and welfare. The decision, known as the endangerment finding, was based on years of evidence, and it has underpinned EPA actions on climate change ever since. The Trump administration now wants
(2026-02-05). Trump's New "Prison Camp" Threat Unleashes Fury Even in MAGA Country. portside.org Trump's New "Prison Camp" Threat Unleashes Fury Even in MAGA Country |
(2026-02-05). Four Israeli National Guard officers investigated on suspicion of assaulting Palestinian Bedouins. haaretz.com According to the suspicions, the four officers stopped two Palestinian Bedouin residents of Tel Sheva during a patrol, beat them, and left them at the scene. They are suspected of assault under aggravated circumstances and were released under restrictive conditions…
(2026-02-05). Iran: Human Rights Situation Spirals Deeper Into Crisis, HRW Says. eurasiareview.com The deadly crackdown on the protests that erupted in late December escalated sharply in early 2026, as security forces carried out mass killings of protesters and…
(2026-02-05). Article 370's Impact: Flourishes While Pakistan's Declines OpEd. eurasiareview.com The year 2019 marked a definitive pivot in the history of India. The abrogation of Article 370 was not merely a legal amendment. It was, in effect, a demolition of a barrier that had long isolated the people of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)—from the pulse of Indian progress. Today, a walk through the bustling markets of Srinagar as well as the industrial hubs of Jammu reveals a narrative of rejuvenation. Meanwhile, across the Line of Control (LoC), in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJ&K), the scene is one of systematic exploitation, rising tempers, and a collapsing economy. | A Masterclass in Democr…
(2026-02-05). Historian on Trump's new world order, Ukraine war and a Europe in crisis. scmp.com Luuk van Middelaar is the director of the Brussels Institute for Geopolitics, a think tank he co-founded in 2022. A political theorist and historian by trade, he has written several books and was in the cabinet of the first European Council president, Herman Van Rompuy. | Van Middelaar is widely read and cited across Europe for his analysis of the EU's political evolution, with his books translated into many languages and awarded major European literary prizes.
(2026-02-05). Cancer 13 times more in Bhopal gas tragedy survivors than unexposed population. ummid.com The rate of cancer occurrence is about 13 times more among the survivors of the 1984 Union Carbide gas disaster in Bhopal as compared to that in a matched unexposed population.
(2026-02-05). New York City Joins WHO Health Network After US Withdrawal. moderndiplomacy.eu New York City has joined the World Health Organization's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN), its health department said on Wednesday, following President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from the U.N. health agency. The move places the city among a growing number of Democratic-led jurisdictions seeking continued engagement with global health …
(2026-02-05). Arua City NRM Administrator Arrested Over Mismanagement of NRM Mobilization Money. plusnews.ug 
The Arua City National Resistance Movement (NRM) Administrator, James Emvi, has been arrested and detained at Arua Central Police Station (CPS) over alleged embezzlement of UGX 234 million meant for NRM campaign mobilization. Emvi was arrested on Wednesday at about 9: 00 a.m. from his home in Urugbo Cell, Ayivu West Division, by a group of more …
(2026-02-05). General Kujat: War, Diplomacy, And The Risks Of Escalation OpEd. eurasiareview.com Few voices in the European debate on the war in Ukraine can claim to combine actual military experience with sound arguments for diplomatic pragmatism and persistent calls for an end to the conflict. General Harald Kujat stands out even among those precious few. He is a retired four-star general of the German Air Force, he served as Inspector General of the Bundeswehr from 2000 to 2002, the highest-ranking military position held by a commissioned officer on active duty in the German armed forces. He then served as Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, acting as the senior military spokesperson of the 32-nat…
(2026-02-05). The last treaty curbing US, Russia nuclear weapons expires today. responsiblestatecraft.org The end of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), the last treaty between the U.S. and Russia placing limits on their respective nuclear arsenals, may not make an arms race inevitable. There is still potential for pragmatic diplomacy.Both sides can adhere to the basic limits even as they modernize their arsenals. They can bring back some of the risk-reduction measures that stabilized their relationship for years. And they can reengage diplomatically with each other to craft new agreements. The alternative — unconstrained nuclear competition — is dangerous, expensive, and deeply unpop…
(2026-02-05). Peace talks and arms deals: The paradox fuelling Sudan's war. newarab.com 
Nearly three years into a conflict that has While international powers publicly call for The result is a humanitarian catastrophe that the United Nations describes as the world's worst. More than 30 million Sudanese, over half the population, need aid. Citi…
(2026-02-05). Shanghai lights up Times Square with Chinese New Year greeting. ecns.cn The Nasdaq screen at Times Square, New York, broadcasts a special video produced by Shanghai International Services on Feb 2, showcasing dynamic street scenes, everyday life, and travel resources in Shanghai.
(2026-02-05). Pa. Gov. Shapiro says investor-owned utilities are making too much profit at the expense of ratepayers. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said the state's investor-owned electric utilities make too much profit at the expense of ratepayers. The governor laid out a plan to tackle rising costs during his annual budget address Tuesday in Harrisburg. | "Our utility c…
(2026-02-05). Political Maturity Is Realizing The Commies Were Correct. thealtworld.com 
Political maturity is finally admitting to yourself that the angriest, most disconcerting communist you've ever met was pretty much right about everything. | If you learn enough, stay humble enough, and pay close enough attention, eventually that's what happens. You realize that, generally speaking, the really high-octane commies have the most lucid understanding of the world out of any group out there, and the only reason this wasn't always obvious to you was because you live under a capitalist power structure which aggressively indoctrinates its populace from birth into believing that communism is No No Bad Bad…
(2026-02-05). China-BRICS New Quality Productive Forces Research Center Opens in Beijing. infobrics.org The China-BRICS New Quality Productive Forces Research Center has opened in Beijing, according to the Ministry of Science and Technology…
(2026-02-05). Famine conditions spread to more towns in Sudan's Darfur, experts warn. aljazeera.com Food security experts say famine thresholds for acute malnutrition exceeded in Darfur's Um Baru and Kernoi.
(2026-02-05). Car explosion in northern Israel kills one, wounds two in suspected criminal attack. haaretz.com The two wounded — a 13-year-old boy and a man in his 30s — were evacuated to a hospital. The police announced that they had opened an investigation into the incident, which took place in Kiryat Yam near Haifa…
(2026-02-05). Fastened To A Dying Animal. counterpunch.org 
A fading empire, like a wounded narcissist facing decline, is a dangerous animal. "…fastened to a dying animal It knows not what it is; and gather me Into the artifice of eternity." The things of the world that a narcissist cannot exploit, dominate, and control a narcissist will attempt to destroy. Facing collapse from inner
(2026-02-05). Xi Tells Trump Taiwan Is the 'Most Important Issue' in US-China Relations. news.antiwar.com Chinese President Xi Jinping told President Trump in a phone call on Wednesday that Taiwan is the "most important issue" in US-China relations, according to Beijing's readout of the conversation. "President Xi emphasized that the Taiwan question is the most important issue in China-US relations," the Chinese readout said. "Taiwan is China's territory. China must …
(2026-02-05). West Bengal Board Class 12 Model Question Paper Released. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has released Model Question Papers for Class 12th Uchha Madhyamik or Higher Secondary Semester 4 Board Examinations 2026.
(2026-02-05). 22 people killed in RSF strike on South Kordofan hospital. newarab.com 
At least 22 people have been killed, including four medical workers, in shelling by The Sudan Doctors Network said in a The Sudan Doctors Network, which represents medics across Sudan called this incident "a wa…
(2026-02-05). Confront Big Tech: "Freedom of Expression" and "The Battle of Ideas" globalresearch.ca When Global Research was born in September 2001, we were convinced that "Freedom of Expression" and "The Battle of Ideas" would contribute to reversing the tide of war, while also restoring the foundations of social democracy. | Our hope and belief …
(2026-02-05). "Brutal system" of academic selection for 11 year olds slammed. thecanary.co 
In a 3 February debate, nationalist and unaligned Northern Ireland Assembly members (MLAs) pilloried the selective education system used on 11 year olds in the region. MLAs described their own experiences of feeling "like a failure" after not passing the test, which determines whether pupils will go on to a selective grammar school via success […] | By
(2026-02-05). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-05). From is on the to nuclear talks, Iranians wary of shift. al-monitor.com After Trump repeatedly pledged to hold Tehran accountable for its protest crackdown, many Iranians are still waiting for him to make good on his promises.
(2026-02-05). How Quran Affirms Gospels and Ends The 'Lost Book' Delusion. ummid.com The relationship between Quran and the prior scriptures of the Abrahamic tradition — specifically Injil (Gospel) and Tawrat (Torah) — stands as one of the most volatile yet vital frontiers of modern interfaith theology.
(2026-02-05). The Real Story Behind the Midnight Immigration Raid on a Chicago Apartment Building. scheerpost.com , via Wikimedia Commons | " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/scheerpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2048px-ICE_protest_in_Chicago_-_20250930_1864.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1″ data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/scheerpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2048px-ICE_protest_in_Chicago_-_20250930_1864.jpg?fit=640%2C427&ssl=1″ src="https://i0.wp.com/scheerpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2048px-ICE_protest_in_Chicago_-_20250930_1864.jpg?resize=640%2C427&ssl=1″wp-image-184530″/>ICE protest in Chicago. paul goyette, CC BY 4.0
(2026-02-05). Dramatic Police Chase and Encounter in Haryana. devdiscourse.com A man allegedly involved in about 10 theft cases across multiple cities in Haryana was injured in a brief police encounter, as reported by officials on Thursday. Rashid, a resident of Deeg district in Rajasthan, sustained a bullet injury in his leg and is currently hospitalized, according to police sources.
(2026-02-05). Using People Search Engines with AI for Fraud Detection and Risk Assessment. moguldom.com Fraud has become more sophisticated than ever, evolving alongside digital transformation and global connectivity. Traditional verification methods—manual checks, static databases, and fragmented tools—are no longer sufficient to detect complex fraud patterns. As identity data spreads across emails, phone numbers, social networks, domains, and public records, organizations need faster and smarter ways to assess risk. This …
(2026-02-05). 19.5 mn foreigners perform Hajj, Umrah in 2025. ummid.com A total of 19.5 million foreigners performed Hajj and Umrah in the year 2025, the latest data released by the concerned department.
(2026-02-05). One man killed, girl missing as Storm Leonardo hits Portugal and Spain. aljazeera.com Leonardo is the latest in a series of half a dozen storms to batter the Iberian Peninsula this year.
(2026-02-05). New Jersey Democrats pick from crowded field in special election for Sherrill's U.S. House seat. whyy.org New Jersey Democratic voters are picking their party's candidate from a crowded field in Thursday's special election for the U.S. House seat opened up by Sherrill stepped down from representing the 11th District after she won last year, opening up this competitive race in the Democratic primary. In the GOP race, Randolph Mayor Joe Hathaway is unopposed. | Among the leading Democrats seeking the nomination is former Rep. Tom Malinowski, w…
(2026-02-05). Secret "Historia Arcana" of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Unspoken Objective: "Military Occupation of Russia!" globalresearch.ca It is known that the basic function of knowing history is to understand contemporary processes as well as to predict their development in the future.
(2026-02-05). Madison, Feb. 21, 2026: Potluck for People, Peace and the Planet! wibailoutpeople.org 
*** For this month only: the monthly Potluck for People Peace & Planet will be at First Unitarian Society & not James Reeb UU. We anticipate that the attendance for this program will exceed James Reeb's space limitations.*** Event: www.facebook.com/share/1DE5TmB56U/ Event by Building Unity and Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement 6: 00 pm — Potluck7: 00 …
(2026-02-05). Conspiracy theorist Piers Corbyn is up for Your Party CEC election. thecanary.co 
Piers Corbyn, brother of Jeremy Corbyn, is officially on the ballot for the Your Party Central Executive Committee (CEC) in elections ending 5 January. This is despite Piers's links to various conspiracy theories. A pale imitation of his younger brother Corbyn passed the ballot with 103 votes as an independent yesterday. Since then, people have […] | By
(2026-02-05). Novak Djokovic loses Australian Open 2026 but wins hearts. ummid.com Serbian great, Novak Djokovic, Sunday February 01, 2026 lost the Australian Open 2026 Championship to Carlos Alcaraz but not before winning the hearts of the tennis fans present at Melbourne Park.
(2026-02-05). Measles Infection Count in January Topped Total Cases in 2023 and 2024 Combined. truthout.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified nearly 600 cases of measles in the U.S. in the first month of 2026 — a number that would have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago, as the virus has been considered eradicated in the U.S. for more than two decades. As of January 29, the CDC counted 588 cases of measles across 17 states. The vast majority of cases… |
(2026-02-05). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-05). Italy Tightens Security Ahead of Winter Olympics Amid Rising Protests. devdiscourse.com In a decisive move to bolster public order, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government has ratified a new decree empowering police to detain suspected agitators temporarily. This measure comes after a protest in Turin resulted in injuries to over 100 police officers and the arrest of nearly 30 demonstrators.
(2026-02-05). President talks with Trump, calls for wider cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping talked with United States President Donald Trump by phone on Wednesday, saying that he stands ready to continue working with his US counterpart to guide the giant ship of China-US ties through wind and waves for a steady voyage in the new year, and do more big, good things together.
(2026-02-05). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-05). Belarus approves strategy and national plan for biodiversity conservation. eng.belta.by Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin signed a resolution of the Council of Ministers "On Issues Concerning the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biological Diversity."
(2026-02-05). Xi meets with special envoy from Vietnam. ecns.cn Trung, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPV Central Committee and Vietnam's foreign minister, made a special visit to China to convey a reply letter of gratitude and a verbal message from To Lam to Xi.
(2026-02-05). Tucker Carlson praises Jordan during visit to Christian sites. newarab.com 
(2026-02-05). Vast market, political support: MP explains why Belarus is interested in Southeast Asia. eng.belta.by Southeast Asia is of interest to Belarus as both a vast market and a source of political support in international organizations, Sergei Rachkov, Chairman of the Standing Committee on International Affairs of the House of Representatives, told the media.
(2026-02-05). IG Metall boss calls for protectionism and trade war. wsws.org At the union's annual press conference on January 26 and in further statements IG Metall chair Christiane Benner has called for protectionism and trade war as integral elements of the union's "Initiative for Jobs and Economic Recovery: Future Instead of Relocation."
(2026-02-05). Bread and Circuses, Without The Bread. counterpunch.org 
Since the US-Israeli takeover of TikTok, there have been endless complaints about censorship, banned content and banned content creators. Some are saying the platform isn't even allowing viewers to type in the letters "ICE." Others have said that the word "Israel" pops up in any search, regardless of the topic. And any search for the
(2026-02-05). How dedicated servers support AI, data analytics and high-computing workloads in Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-05). Polanski calls on Starmer to step down. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer is perhaps the most unpopular prime minister we've ever had, and he's embroiled himself in what may be the most disgusting scandal. Can this loathed public figure survive this self-inflicted catastrophe? Almost certainly not. And one person who's ahead of the curve on this is Zack Polanski: Important discussion this evening on Palantir. […] | By
(2026-02-05). André Béteille (1934—2026): A Thoughtful Voice In Indian Sociology OpEd. eurasiareview.com Indian sociology in the 1950s and 1960s was a discipline searching for direction. Much of its language was borrowed from colonial anthropology or from philosophical readings of tradition. Caste appeared in those writings as an ancient design, and Indian society was often described as a museum of customs. André Béteille entered this field with a different temperament. He carried no appetite for grand theories and no desire to defend inherited pictures. Béteille preferred to ask how people actually lived, how they argued with one another, and how institutions altered their chances. His intellectual world was bui…
(2026-02-05). Xi: Sino-Russian relations enter new stage of growth. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping holds a virtual meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.As the international situation has become increasingly turbulent since the beginning of the year, Xi called on China and Russia to work together to maintain global strategic stability.
(2026-02-05). Trump's $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit: Treasury's Role Under Scrutiny. devdiscourse.com In a recent Senate Banking Committee hearing, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent detailed the handling of President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service. Bessent emphasized that any settlement would be drawn from the Treasury's general account, with key decisions left to the U.S. Justice Department.
(2026-02-05). Frontrunner in Colombia's election race barred from united left primary. colombiareports.com The National Electoral Council (CNE) barred Colombia's leading presidential candidate, Senator Ivan Cepeda, from participating in a multipartite primary that sought to unite the left ahead of the elections. The decision forced Cepeda's party, the Historic Pact, to withdraw from the primary and unleashed a new wave of criticism about the politicized nature of the …
(2026-02-05). Russia-India Defining Drivers of the Future of Trade. infobrics.org
(2026-02-05). Digital Revolution: Transforming Agricultural Lending in Uttar Pradesh. devdiscourse.com Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Thursday that digital good governance is revolutionizing the way farmers secure loans via Kisan Credit Cards (KCC), cutting the wait time from a month to just five minutes.
(2026-02-05). Jenin and Tulkarm refugees fear permanent displacement — again. electronicintifada.net Forcibly removed from their camps in the northern West Bank, twice-over refugees fear for their internationally mandated rights.
(2026-02-05). Cuba Unveils Plan to Tackle Fuel Shortages Amid U.S. Restrictions. devdiscourse.com Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel declared on Thursday that his government will implement a plan next week to address fuel shortages as the U.S. intensifies efforts to block oil supply to the island nation. Rising tensions followed the U.S.'s announcement of tariffs on goods from countries that export oil to Cuba, leading to surging food and transportation prices and severe fuel shortages, threatening blackouts, even in Havana.
(2026-02-05). South Korea Seeks Minerals Cooperation with China After Joining US-Led Trade Bloc. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korea is pursuing closer cooperation with China on critical mineral supply chains even as it deepens its participation in a U.S.-led effort to reduce dependence on Beijing for strategically vital resources. Seoul's trade ministry said on Thursday that it plans to strengthen coordination with Chinese authorities to secure stable supplies of rare earths essential …
(2026-02-05). Tuesday 2/10: May Day In The Time of Trump: The Road to Mass Action. indybay.org Oakland Community Space – 1955 Broadway, Suite B, Oakland, CA, 94612 | Right next to BART!
(2026-02-05). China's urban-rural income gap narrows. ecns.cn China has recorded a reduction in the urban-rural income disparity in recent years amid efforts to increase farmers' income, official data showed. The urban-rural income ratio narrowed to 2.31: 1 in 2025, down from 2.56: 1 in 2020, Han Wenxiu, head of the Office of the Central Rural Work Leading Group, told a press conference on Wednesday.
(2026-02-05). Concern over Senteeko Dam safety risks. sanews.gov.za Concern over Senteeko Dam safety risks | The Department of Water and Sanitation has issued a dam safety directive to address serious and ongoing safety risks at My Own Dam, publicly known as Senteeko Dam, in Mpumalanga. ⚪ The directive, issued in terms of Section 118 of the National Water Act, was served on the dam owner, Shamile Communal Property Association (CPA), on Tuesday, 3 February 2025. ⚪ It compels the owner to take immediate, time-bound action to stabilise the dam and prevent further deterioration in order to protect lives, livelihoods and property downstream. ⚪ This intervention follows a series of…
(2026-02-05). Coca-Cola recognised as top employer for 2026, CEO highlights growth commitment. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda has recently earned recognition as a Top Employer for 2026, highlighting its commitment to nurturing a strong, people-focused workplace. The award, presented by the Top Employers Institute, places the company among a select group of leading employers within the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa network and across the …
(2026-02-05). Russia Still the World's Top Weapons Exporter despite Western Pressure. globalresearch.ca Russian weapons have been tested in real combat conditions during the Special Military Operation in Ukraine, confirming their effectiveness and reliability. Around 100 new models of weapons and equipment underwent such testing, further strengthening the position of the Russian military …
(2026-02-05). A deal that Cuba (and Trump) cannot refuse? responsiblestatecraft.org Last week, President Trump
(2026-02-05). Why Trump's War on Iran is Slipping Out of Washington Grip. ummid.com Trump may have already lost this war — just as he lost face and credibility by failing to follow through on his threats or translate them into aggressive action on Iranian soil.
(2026-02-05). US Warship Downs Iranian Drone, Heightening Risk of 'Illegal and Catastrophic War'. globalresearch.ca Amid recent
(2026-02-05). Under growing pressure from Ben-Gvir, police chief turns increasingly isolated. haaretz.com With half of his term behind him, Police Commissioner Danny Levy faces a deepening leadership crisis, as two looming decisions — the appointment of a legal adviser and a rethink of how the police handle incitement and free-expression cases — threaten to shape the future of the Israel Police…
(2026-02-05). Routh Sentenced To Life In Prison For Attempted Assassination Of President Trump. eurasiareview.com Ryan Wesley Routh, 59, was sentenced Wednesday to life plus 84 months in federal prison for the attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald J. Trump and related violent and firearms offenses. U.S. District Judge Aileen M. Cannon for the Southern District of Florida imposed the sentence following Routh's conviction by a federal jury on all five counts charged in the indictment. | "Ryan Routh's heinous attempted assassination of President Trump was not only an attack on our President — it was a direct assault against our entire democratic system," said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. "Than…
(2026-02-05). Jeff Bezos's Washington Post guts staff, shrinks news coverage. newarab.com 
The cuts will impact a third of all employees, according to the newspaper's spokesperson. The newsroom is losing "hundreds" of staffers, according to a spo…
(2026-02-05). South Sudan hospital hit by government air strike, MSF says. aljazeera.com Medical NGO says targeted attacks have forced the closure of hospitals, while UN says 280,000 displaced in Jonglei.
(2026-02-05). ICE's Private Prison Contractors Spent Millions Lobbying to Force Banks to Give Them Loans. theintercept.com 
Some of the largest banks in the nation for years have eschewed the business of private prison giants like GEO Group and CoreCivic, the two firms that operate The moves to "debank" the companies, which have been dogged by reports of rights abuses, came after the
(2026-02-05). Europe vs Big Tech: Is a China-Style Digital Wall the Only Way Out? thinktank.pk Digital sovereignty has moved from being a niche policy debate to a frontline political and societal issue in Europe. Once framed largely around data protection, competition law, and cybersecurity, the discussion has now expanded into questions of democratic control, geopolitical independence, and individual freedom. Across Denmark, Germany, and France, grassroots movements, hacktivist groups, academics, and …
(2026-02-05). Iran: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 23 January 2026, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered a statement during the 39th Special Session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council on the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran. The statement highlighted the Iranian government's "extraordinarily harsh crackdown" on protesters, which included thousands of summary killings and arbitrary detentions, and called for the release of all those detained in connection with the protests. Read the (…) | – |
(2026-02-05). When Protest Becomes Foreign Policy. fpif.org As tensions between Washington and Tehran escalate over how to respond to one of the deadliest protest crackdowns in recent Iranian history, U.S. statements threatening military options—even as killings "subside," in President Trump's words—show how dissent far from U.S. soil is being folded into strategic competition. Rather than simply marking moral support for Iranians on the streets, such rhetoric is now shaping the contours of international confrontation and diplomatic breakdown. | Protest is usually understood as a domestic act: citizens confronting their own state over rights, justice, or accou…
(2026-02-05). U.S. remarks on Panama Canal Port ruling expose Cold War mentality: Chinese FM. ecns.cn China has slammed the U.S. for its Cold War mentality following remarks and actions related to a ruling by Panama's Supreme Court on the operation of two ports at the Panama Canal.
(2026-02-05). New York City joins UN health network after Trump withdrew US from WHO. geo.tv 
The skyline of Lower Manhattan is seen at dawn from across the Hudson River in New York City, US, October 18, 2025. — Reuters
(2026-02-05). Yemeni prisoner swap talks to begin Thursday in Amman. newarab.com 
Representatives of the In December, the government and the rebels agreed in
(2026-02-05). London concert to ring in Chinese New Year. ecns.cn London's Grade I listed Sinfonia Smith Square concert hall will host "The Golden Horse Soars" 2026 Heritage in Harmony Chinese New Year Concert on Feb 14, with a global livestream.
(2026-02-05). "Probably most important Hebrew tweet" Israel general admits Israel are the Nazis. thecanary.co 
Academic Shaiel Ben-Ephraim describes himself as a "Jew from occupied Palestine". He has posted what he describes as "probably the most important Hebrew tweet I've ever seen". Ben-Ephraim introduces and translates the Hebrew words of Israeli general Moshe 'Bogie' Ya'alon, one of Israel's most senior military and establishment figures. Ben-Ephraim's words — and the explosive […] | By
(2026-02-05). Europol Supports French Investigation Into Alleged Criminal Activity Linked To Platform X. eurasiareview.com An investigation led by the French authorities is currently underway concerning the online platform X, in relation to the proliferation of illegal content, notably the production of deepfakes, child sexual abuse material, and content contesting crimes against humanity. | The investigation is conducted by the Paris Public Prosecutor's Office with the support of the French Gendarmerie's cybercrime unit (UNCyber) and Europol. | On the action day, French authorities carried out investigative measures in the offices of the platform in France. Europol supported the investigation through its European Cybercrime Centr…
(2026-02-05). Friday 2/6: Exploitation: What It Is & How To Put An End To It. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-02-05). The Unusual Working-Class Message That Turned a Deep-Red District Blue. portside.org The Unusual Working-Class Message That Turned a Deep-Red District Blue |
(2026-02-05). Media framing is shaping our opinions before we realise it. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-05). Nuclear is the most reliable path to affordable electricity. onlineopinion.com.au Continuous electricity is skyrocketing, driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, data centers, and electrification across industries, nuclear power appears to be the affordable choice for all 8 billion on this planet.
(2026-02-05). Trump Delivers Lunch To Beijing OpEd. eurasiareview.com China has been nipping at the heels of the United States for a quarter of a century. By
(2026-02-05). CO2 Border Tariff? Don't Even Think About It, DOE! wattsupwiththat.com This effort by some in Congress is a similar example of taking bad policy emanating from Europe—in this case, the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism—and imposing it on American citizens. Therefore, the approach the administration took to address the maritime carbon tax should be adopted here, and DOE's priority should be to prevent European policies from dictating the terms on which Americans engage in trade.
(2026-02-05). Zarah Sultana proves unity isn't uniformity as she gives her support to Green Party candidate. thecanary.co 
Zarah Sultana has thrown her support behind the Green Party's Gorton and Denton candidate, Hannah Spencer. In doing so, she's demonstrated exactly how solidarity on the left should work. In a statement, Sultana said: The candidate list is now published and it is clear that Hannah Spencer, a local plumber and trade unionist, is the […] | By
(2026-02-05). Iran and US present last demands ahead of crunch 'nuclear talks'. newarab.com 
Iranian and American officials are preparing for the first set of
(2026-02-05). Lukashenko urges to boost regional ties with Kazakhstan. eng.belta.by The president also suggested involving more actively leaders of the local executive branches in both countries to stimulate regional-level ties.
(2026-02-05). 2016 Sacramento Regional Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony. indybay.org California United States Colored Troops, 1,918 who reportedly enlisted from California so acknowledged and honored for their service to our nation.
(2026-02-05). Does the US Still Have a Constitution? consortiumnews.com There have been times when the Constitution protected us. Functionally today, those days are gone. We have seen in Minneapolis why we need to have a Fourth Amendment, writes Judge Andrew Napolitano. By Andrew P. Napolitano Legal scholars have many…
(2026-02-05). Minister Tau on a working visit to China. sanews.gov.za Minister Tau on a working visit to China | Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has undertaken a working visit to China. | The trip ,which started today and ends on Saturday, comes at a time when South Africa is pursuing an objective of market diversification and export growth. | The purpose of the trip is to sign the China-Africa Economic Partnership Agreement (CAEPA), which will see South African exports getting duty free access to the Chinese Market and attract investment into South Africa. | Tau will also take the opportunity to meet with various Chinese companies that have an interest in inves…
(2026-02-05). Trump's Board of Peace Is a Dystopia in Motion. dissidentvoice.org While the sheer pomposity, Trumpian megalomania, and painfully paradoxical context surrounding the so-called "Board of Peace" (BoP) might tempt some to dismiss it as mere spectacle or farce, its criminal, inhumane, and hegemonic nature makes it far too dangerous to ignore. Last week, Trump and his new, thuggish boys' club of heads of state publicly …
(2026-02-05). Thursday 2/19: SJSU: EO 9066 Incarcerations of Japanese Ancestry Americans WWII – Dialog Workshops. indybay.org Diaz Compean Student Union Theater | San José State University – center of campus | One Washington Square, San Jose | FREE and open to the community…
(2026-02-05). Beyond the Crisis: The Enduring Disputes Between the U.S. and Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Iran are set to hold important talks in Oman, as tensions in the region rise with President Donald Trump's threat of military action. The U. S. wants to discuss various issues, including Iran's nuclear program, its ballistic missiles, support for militant groups, and human rights concerns. Iran, however, insists on only …
(2026-02-05). The future of globalisation? Less economic dependency on China, Canada's Freeland hopes. scmp.com Countries having cautious reliance on China while maintaining constructive engagement is essential to the future of globalisation in a world where trade is increasingly used as a weapon, according to Canada's former deputy prime minister. | "In a world where the weaponisation of trade is real, we need to be thoughtful about where we're building economic dependencies," Chrystia Freeland told the Peterson Institute for International Economics during a discussion about the securitisation of trade and…
(2026-02-05). Minneapolis Community Defense Is "Riding on the Learning Edge of a Whirlwind" truthout.org "Our days are riding on the learning edge of a whirlwind — crisis management, harm mitigation, helping everyone come to terms with new conditions and new impossible choices that they're faced with," says Minneapolis organizer Andrew Fahlstrom. In this episode of Movement Memos, Fahlstrom and local organizers Jordan and Susan Raffo talk with host Kelly Hayes about community defense in Minneapolis… |
(2026-02-05). New York's Universal Child Care Plan Risks Becoming an Affordability Failure. counterpunch.org 
New York is rolling out one of the most ambitious universal child care expansions in the country. The plan promises free or heavily subsidized care for young children, but the program's success will depend on significant federal funding that is far from a sure thing. The Trump administration just moved to freeze billions of dollars in federal
(2026-02-05). New Trump administration rule makes it easier to fire career civil servants. aljazeera.com The OPM rule says that high ranking officials could be fired for 'intentionally subverting Presidential directives'.
(2026-02-05). Thailand's February 8 Vote: Who Will Form the Next Government? moderndiplomacy.eu Thailand heads to the polls on February 8 in a three-way contest that pits the progressive People's Party against the populist Pheu Thai and the conservative Bhumjaithai Party. The election is the latest chapter in a turbulent power struggle between reformist, establishment, and conservative forces in the country. Who Is Leading the Polls? Opinion surveys …
(2026-02-05). Belarusians win ten medals at Fujairah Open 2026 in UAE. eng.belta.by The overall result for the Belarusian delegation in Fujairah is ten medals (three gold, two silver, five bronze).
(2026-02-05). The Bangkok Bubble: Soft Power in International Media. counterpunch.org 
Since the American War on Vietnam, Bangkok has been a key hub for international journalists and academics in Southeast Asia. It offers modern infrastructure, easy travel, and a high quality of life, allowing them to chopper into the periphery and return home for drinks. These advantages foster a professional environment removed from the region it
(2026-02-05). Playing without Ronaldo, Al-Nassr defeats Al-Riyadh. ummid.com On the ground without its captain Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi FC Al-Nassr Monday February 02, 2026 defeated Al-Riyadh in a tight match played at Prince Turki bin Abdul Aziz Stadium.
(2026-02-05). Draft law on transportation of dangerous goods submitted to Belarusian parliament. eng.belta.by The draft law, in particular, provides for clarification of the scope of the law "On the Transportation of Dangerous Goods", the list of government bodies and organizations carrying out state regulation in this area, as well as the subjects and objects involved in dangerous goods transportation.
(2026-02-05). 78th Martyrdom Day of Father of The Nation. ummid.com As we observe the 78th Martyrdom Day of Father of The Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, we also realize that his values are being undermined blatantly.
(2026-02-05). What Happens Behind the Scenes When a Food Recall is Issued. moguldom.com Food recalls occur when there is a significant issue with a product that could potentially put consumers at risk. Reasons for food recalls can range from contamination with pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria to mislabeling of allergens to foreign substances in food products. Understandably, the process behind a food recall isn't something …
(2005-02-26). When the world said no to war. links.org.au 
Max Elbaum — We must resist every one of Washington's might-makes-right policies, and fight for an entirely different relationship between the US and the rest of the world.
(2026-02-05). The Criminalizing of Protest and Dissent Has a Long History in America. portside.org The Criminalizing of Protest and Dissent Has a Long History in America |
(2026-02-05). China urges EU to provide non-discriminatory business environment for companies of all countries. ecns.cn China urges the EU to honor its commitment to market openness, uphold the principle of fair competition, stop abusing unilateral economic and trade tools, and provide a fair, transparent and non-discriminatory business environment for companies of all countries, said Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian on Wednesday.
(2026-02-05). Trump Needs to Say "Da" to Putin on New START, Or Risk a New Arms Race. counterpunch.org 
Among the critical issues facing our country today, nuclear arms control is seldom top of mind for most people, understandably, given our myriad political, social and economic crises. Recent books and films such as Annie Jacobsen's 2004 non-fiction tome Nuclear War: A Scenario and last fall's A House of Dynamite, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, garnered
(2026-02-05). Decoded: Keisha Blain On The Erasure Of Black History. newsone.com : | ✕ | White people have always been a little sensitive when it comes to Black history. They love the mythology of Abraham Lincoln freeing the slaves, but they don't want to get too into the weeds about the brutality of the transatlantic slave trade. They know Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream, but don't want to address the horrifying reality of Jim Crow and segregation. Keisha Blain, professor of Africana Studies and History at Brown University, explains how the truth of Black History is under attack in "Decoded." | "By not talking about certain aspects of the history, they're able to avoid i…
(2026-02-05). Here we go again — Zelensky claims Neo-Nazi junta lost only 55,000 soldiers while killing over 1,200,000 Russians. infobrics.org According to classified files of the Kiev regime's MoD leaked in August 2025, 1,739,900 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed. Thus, despite Zelensky's lies and attempts to downplay the actual figure by well over 30 times, we now know that entire generations of Ukrainian men have been wiped out.
(2026-02-05). Protest at 100 Montgomery St. Demands TPS Protection for Haitians. indybay.org Judge reinstates Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protection. Trump and Noem get to eat cats and dogs, and crow…
(2026-02-05). Bank of Mexico Maintains Steady Course with Interest Rates. devdiscourse.com The Bank of Mexico maintained its benchmark interest rate at 7.00% on Thursday, aligning with analysts' expectations given the recent rise in inflation and economic growth indicators.
(2026-02-05). SANDF outlines preparations for 2026 Armed Forces Day. sanews.gov.za SANDF outlines preparations for 2026 Armed Forces Day | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has outlined plans and activities leading up to the 2026 Armed Forces Day, which will be commemorated on 21 February 2026. | The Armed Forces Day (AFD) will take place in Thohoyandou, Venda, in the province of Limpopo. | Addressing members of the media during a briefing held at the Thulamela Local Municipality Library on Wednesday, the SANDF said AFD remains an important date on the calendar of the Defence Force, having been proclaimed as an annual commemoration on 21 February. | Armed Forces Day serves a du…
(2026-02-05). Welcome to the Resistance, Public School Parents. portside.org Welcome to the Resistance, Public School Parents |
(2026-02-05). RCB Women's Triumph: Three Titles in Three Years. devdiscourse.com The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women etched their names in the history books by securing their third Women's Premier League title in three years. In a thrilling final, they outplayed the Delhi Capitals by six wickets, with Captain Smriti Mandhana attributing the victory to the collective efforts of the team and the immense support from the fans.
(2026-02-05). The Three-Tiered Ceasefire Enforcement Plan in Ukraine? What are the Odds of Russia Acceptance. globalresearch.ca It's suppositionally possible that the Financial Times' report becomes reality, but to be absolutely clear, this is pure guesswork and it's much more likely that Russia won't agree to that. ; ⚪ To read this article in the following languages, click the…
(2026-02-05). Beyond Government Channels: How Beijing's Think Tanks Wage Diplomacy by Other Means. moderndiplomacy.eu Think tanks with Chinese characteristics are strategic instruments that integrate academic research with the guidance of the ruling Communist Party of China. They play a pivotal role in promoting major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics under the leadership of President "Xi Jinping." These centers promote China's global initiatives, such as the Belt and Road Initiative and …
(2026-02-05). Saturday 2/7: SF Billionaires For Billionaires Rally- They Want More Billionaires & Want to Be Loved. indybay.org It will start at Alta Plaza Park at 11: 00 A and march to SF City Hall for rally at 12: 30 pm…
(2026-02-05). US envoy shuns Polish parliament speaker over Trump remarks. aljazeera.com US Ambassador Tom Rose says: 'We will not permit anyone to harm US-Polish relations, nor disrespect' President Trump.
(2026-02-05). Exchanges with Taiwan parties to strengthen. ecns.cn "Attempts to erase Chinese elements in Taiwan have never succeeded, because Chinese consciousness is our soul, Chinese culture our body, and the Chinese nation our root," he said.Participants said they look forward to advancing exchanges and cooperation in these fields to benefit people on both sides of the Strait.
(2026-02-05). When Charter School Authorities And Liberal Institutions Abandon People. dissidentvoice.org 
Sadly, the tragic journey of Buffalo's first charter school, the King Center Charter School (KCCS), is not an isolated one. Nationwide, far too many charter schools—old and new—experience death by a thousand cuts, usually at the hands of their private operators, charter school authorizers, and the institutions that are supposed to protect them. Buffalo's King …
(2026-02-05). Biometric Voting Machines work smoothly in some areas, fail in others. independent.co.ug 
Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As voters turned up to vote in the sub county, town, and municipal division elections, the use of the Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVKs) delivered a mixed picture across the country, marked by improved efficiency and confidence among polling officials in some areas. Some voters, however, complained that the …
(2026-02-05). Canada's Pivot is a Warning to the US and the Entire Alliance System. counterpunch.org 
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's speech at the World Economic Forum on January 20 was not an exercise in pique. It was the clearest articulation yet of a strategic shift that has profound implications—not just for U.S.-Canada relations, but for the entire structure of American alliances worldwide. Carney told the Davos audience that "the old
(2026-02-05). How the FBI Corrupted Democracy in 2016 and Beyond. counterpunch.org 
The FBI treated Hillary Clinton and her coterie like royalty worthy of endless deference, according to a 2018 report by the Justice Department Inspector General. The FBI agreed to destroy the laptops of top Clinton aides after a limited examination of their contents (including a promise not to examine any post-January 31, 2015, emails or content). When Clinton aides used BleachBit software and hammers to destroy email evidence under congressional subpoena, the FBI treated it as a harmless error.
(2026-02-05). Tuesday 2/3: San Francisco Civic Center story of civilization: a walking tour. indybay.org Meet at the black obelisk in United Nations Plaza on Market Street, across Market St. from the A.C.T. Strand Theatre. | Your guide will be wearing a California Republic bicycle cap.
(2026-02-05). No federal funds for proposed Utah homeless detention center gulag. indybay.org 2005 Section 8 voucher tenants meeting in San Rafael, organized by Marion Brady, and Lynda Carson.
(2026-02-05). Iran must be held accountable for mass killings of protesters and restoration of Internet services. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with undersigned organisations, expresses grave concern over the Iranian authorities' nationwide repression of peaceful protests and their systematic use of lethal and excessive force against civilians. As Iran faces a deepening economic crisis, thousands of protesters have reportedly been killed, arbitrarily detained, or subjected to torture, while authorities have imposed an internet shutdown to conceal serious human rights (…) | – |
(2026-02-05). Chat Bots, AI, Healthcare, Profiteering & Patients With NUHW Kaiser LCSW Worker. indybay.org Kaiser is demanding the massive introduction of AI Chatbots in mental healthcare to eliminate workers and increase their profits. It will have serious affects on all Kaiser patients and healthcare…
(2026-02-05). US Intelligence Probe of Puerto Rico Voting Machines Raises Election Security and Authority. moderndiplomacy.eu A previously undisclosed investigation led by the office of U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard examined electronic voting machines used in Puerto Rico last spring, according to her office and three sources familiar with the matter. The probe, conducted during President Donald Trump's administration, focused on alleged vulnerabilities in the island's voting systems and …
(2026-02-05). Lukashenko: Belarus and Kazakhstan share similar views on global development. eng.belta.by Belarus and Kazakhstan see world development through the same lens, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Chairman of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Koshanov in Minsk.
(2026-02-05). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-05). Kaiser Permanente pays $556 million for medicare fraud while claiming there is no money for striking workers. wsws.org Federal prosecutors allege that between 2009 and 2018, Kaiser carried out a multi-state scheme to inflate risk scores through automated and coercive practices.
(2026-02-05). Storm Leonardo displaces 140,000 as heavy floods hit northern Morocco. al-monitor.com Heavy rains from the storm have flooded northern Morocco, prompting mass evacuations and straining emergency services.
(2026-02-05). Erdogan meets El-Sisi in Cairo. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo on Wednesday, marking a significant step forward in the normalization of relations between Ankara and Cairo after more than a decade of strained ties. The two leaders co-chaired the second meeting of the Turkey—Egypt High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council, during which they signed several agreements aimed at expanding cooperation in trade, defense, energy, and other key sectors.Erdogan, accompanied by senior officials and business leaders, also attended the closing session of the Turkey—Egypt Busine…
(2026-02-05). The Key Sticking Points To A US-Iran Deal Aimed At Averting War Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Kian Sharifi and Hannah Kaviani | White House special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will meet on February 6 in a last-ditch attempt to strike a deal aimed at US President Donald Trump has deployed major military assets to the Persian Gulf as his administration weighs possible strikes against Tehran. | Iran is attempting to limit the scope of the talks to its nuclear program. But the United States is seeking a deal that would also restrict Iran's ballistic missiles program a…
(2026-02-05). What Tech Wants: God In The Machine. levernews.com While one tech CEO warns that artificial intelligence could "destroy all life on Earth," other industry giants have declared war on rules that could limit AI's power. Their battlefield? The 2026 midterm elections.In Part Three of What Tech Wants,
(2026-02-05). How the German Economy Fell from Grace. moderndiplomacy.eu With a single sentence, Chancellor Friedrich Merz broke one of Germany's and Western Europe's greatest political taboos, daring to question the welfare state's sacred status at a time when its economic costs can no longer be ignored: "The welfare state as we know it today can no longer be financed by our economy." For decades, Germany …
(2026-02-05). Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra's 1st Woman Dy CM. ummid.com Sunetra Pawar, the widow of Ajit Pawar, Saturday January 31, 2026 took oath as the new Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
(2026-02-05). UGC NET Result December 2025 Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the result declaration date of the UGC NET December 2025.
(2026-02-05). New START treaty expires lifting Russian, US nuclear arms curbs. newarab.com 
Russia and the The New START treaty, signed in 2010 by US President Barack Obama and
(2026-02-05). Belarus, China's Chongqing outline prospects for cooperation. eng.belta.by Belarus' Consul General in Chongqing of China Dmitry Yemelyanov met with Li Mingquan, Deputy Director General of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Chongqing Municipal People's Government.
(2026-02-05). Police helicopter crashes in Arizona. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A police helicopter crashed on Wednesday night in the Flagstaff area in Arizona state in the United States, the Page Police Department posted online.A video was shared on social media showing a dark sky when a light was said to be a helicopter falling into the ground, investigators said.The Arizona Department of Public Safety helicopter crashed near a shooting in Flagstaff.The incidents occurred in the area north of Historic Route 66 between Thomson Street and Mark Lane.pic.twitter.com/WcALd0zgtr— Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) (2026-02-05). US Drone Makers Target Asia Amid Rising China Threat. moderndiplomacy.eu Several U.S. drone companies debuted at the Singapore Airshow this week, aiming to expand sales beyond Pentagon contracts to Asian nations increasingly wary of China's growing military presence. The spotlight on drones comes as regional militaries seek advanced systems capable of countering threats in contested environments, including the Taiwan Strait. Drones Take Centre Stage The …
(2026-02-05). Torture memo, war criminal John Yoo resides in Tiburon. indybay.org Photo of War Criminal, John Yoo.
(2026-02-05). South Africa expels Israeli envoy. ummid.com South Africa has expelled Israel envoy in the country Ariel Seidman.
(2026-02-05). Christian group says all abductees taken in Nigeria's Kurmin Wali released. aljazeera.com Nigerian government yet to confirm that 166 villagers and churchgoers who were kidnapped last month are now back home.
(2026-02-05). 'Vindication': UK Jury Clears Palestine Action Protesters Who Admitted to Elbit Break-In. worldbeyondwar.org 
"These verdicts are a huge blow to government ministers who have tried to portray Palestine Action as a violent group to justify banning it under badly drafted terrorism legislation," said one campaigner. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-02-05). Allah's 6,000+ Planets And Moons Are Worlds Already Discovered OpEd. eurasiareview.com A newly detected gravitational wave, GW250114, is giving scientists their clearest look yet at a black hole collision—and a powerful way to test Albert Einstein's theory of gravity. Its clarity allowed scientists to measure multiple "tones" from the collision, all matching Einstein's predictions. | So as Albert Einstein put it: "What is the meaning of human life, or of organic life altogether? To answer this question at all implies a religion. Is there any sense then you ask, in asking it? I answer, people who regard their own life and that of their fellow creatures as meaningless are not merely unfortun…
(2026-02-05). Israeli President Herzog calls violent crime in Arab community a. haaretz.com 'The blood spilled on the streets of Arab society is the blood of the state's citizens,' the president's written statement read. The statement comes after three men were shot dead in a northern Israeli Bedouin village earlier Thursday…
(2026-02-05). Iran filmmaker Panahi fears interests will be in US talks. al-monitor.com Dissident Iranian film director Jafar Panahi told AFP he believes ordinary Iranians risk being "sacrificed" in talks between Iran and the United States on Friday, with his country still "in shock" over a deadly crackdown on protests.Panahi, Iran's best-known director, offered support for anti-government protests last month in which thousands of people were killed by security forces, according to rights groups.
(2026-02-05). Trump prepares to rig—or cancel—the 2026 elections. wsws.org In a series of remarks this week, the US president has repeated his lies about the "stolen election" of 2020 and called for Republicans to "take over" the running of elections in Democratic-controlled states.
(2026-02-05). Climate Alarmists Are Often Wrong But Never in Doubt. wattsupwiththat.com More manmade climate change believers who take a respectful, calmer and non-accusatoryapproach to the naysayers could go a long way in lowering the temperature — and don't we all agree on that objective?>
(2026-02-05). T20 World Cup: India will travel to Colombo despite Pakistan boycott. aljazeera.com India will send team for February 15 game against Pakistan despite boycott by confirmation.
(2026-02-05). Road map for 'Export to China' intl communication campaign unveiled. ecns.cn The key measures under the "Export to China" international communication campaign include amplifying credible external voices and launching two report series titled "Dialogue with Chambers of Commerce" and "Diplomats' Selections".
(2026-02-05). Rubongoya going to court over Kampala MP elections. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Unity Platform (NUP) secretary general, Lewis Rubongoya plans to challenge in court Minister Minsa Kabanda's victory as Kampala Central Member of Parliament. Rubongoya, who stood on an NUP ticket, was defeated by Kabanda, the NRM candidate, in the January 15 parliamentary elections. According to the Electoral Commission, Kabanda …
(2026-02-05). INTERNSHIP AT THE DELEGATION TO EUROPEAN UNION – 6 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 (…) | – |
(2026-02-05). Trump claims Trade Deal with India as Modi govt says no to Russian oil. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Monday February 02, 2026 claimed finalizing a 'trade deal' with India after the Narendra Modi government agreed to stop buying Russian oil, and cut tariffs on American goods to zero.
(2026-02-05). China's Aerospace Times Feipeng Pushes Global Expansion as Domestic Drone Market Heats Up. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese civil drone maker Aerospace Times Feipeng is accelerating its push into overseas markets, targeting Southeast Asia and the Middle East as fierce competition at home squeezes margins and limits growth opportunities. A company executive said the expansion is essential for navigating China's increasingly crowded drone industry. "The domestic Chinese market is too competitive. Going …
(2026-02-05). Year of Belarusian Woman logo selected! Unanimous choice from over 100 options. eng.belta.by The Belarusian Women's Union initiated a competition to create the logo shortly after the head of state announced the theme for 2026.
(2026-02-05). Boycotting India at T20 World Cup to support Bangladesh: Pakistan PM Sharif. aljazeera.com 'There should be no politics in sport,' Sharif says, referring to the recent India-Bangladesh cricket crisis.
(2026-02-05). Around 260,000 foreigners vacation in Belarusian sanatoriums in 2025. eng.belta.by Revenue from service exports also saw significant growth, rising by over 40%. "In absolute terms, earnings from the export of health and spa services reached $175 million last year," the center's director reported.
(2026-02-05). More On The Federal Judicial Center And The Attribution Scam. wattsupwiththat.com The heart of the problem is that science is all about hypotheses being subject to empirical test against real world evidence. But the "attribution" studies and their methodology seek to evade that necessary step. Instead these studies claim to validate their attributions by reference to things like "physical understanding" and models that have not been empirically validated.
(2026-02-05). Lower costs, higher efficiency! How does this logistics corridor help small commodities reach the world. ecns.cn Yiwu (Suxi) International Hub Port, as the core platform of the "Sixth Port Area" of Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, connects Yiwu with Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, enabling seamless integration between the inland port and the seaport via rail transport.
(2026-02-05). Trump amenaza a Irán con acciones severas. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump amenazó a Irán con acciones severas si reanuda su programa nuclear. | El mandatario enfatizó que, en caso de que Teherán continúe con sus planes nucleares, Washington tomaría medidas drásticas. | ´Intentaron volver al lugar. Ni siquiera pudieron acercarse. Estaba totalmente destruido ª, añadió. | ´Estaban pensando en iniciar un nuevo programa en otra parte del país. Nos enteramos. Les dije que, si lo hacían, les haríamos cosas muy malas ´, advirtió. | La víspera, Trump afirmó que están conversando activamente con Irán y mencionó, sin concretar…
(2026-02-05). Cuba y Vietnam demostramos que hay otro camino. cubadebate.cu Celebramos un nuevo paso de consolidación en las relaciones entre el Instituto Finlay de Vacunas y Vabiotech, con la firma del contrato de transferencia tecnológica para las etapas finales de producción de la vacuna VA-MENGOC-BC. Este acuerdo es resultado de más de 20 años de cooperación fructífera, celebrados en 2025, y representa el reto técnico más importante que hemos asumido juntos, posible solo gracias a nuestras capacidades científico-tecnológicas compartidas.
(2026-02-05). Comunidad internacional continúa rechazo a nuevas medidas de EEUU contra Cuba. radiohc.cu Organizaciones sociales, políticas y personalidades de varios países de todos los continentes continúan manifestando su respaldo a Cuba ante la reciente escalada de medidas coercitivas del Gobierno de Estados Unidos, que incluyen presiones sobre el suministro de combustible a la isla. | La presidenta del Senado de la República de Guinea Ecuatorial, Excelentísima Sra. María Teresa Efua Asangono, ratificó el apoyo inquebrantable de su país al pueblo y Gobierno de Cuba, durante una visita de cortesía realizada por el embajador cubano, àÅngel Gustavo Suárez. | La Central de Trabajadores de Brasil (CTB), con cas…
(2026-02-05). Triciclos eléctricos de alta capacidad: Potencia, resistencia y versatilidad al alcance de Cuba. cubadebate.cu Los triciclos eléctricos de CASALINDA SHOP son la solución perfecta para el transporte de mercancías y personas, especialmente diseñados para satisfacer las necesidades del comercio, las entregas y el uso diario. Con una capacidad de carga impresionante y un rendimiento excepcional, estos vehículos combinan potencia, resistencia y eficiencia en un solo producto.
(2026-02-05). Triciclos eléctricos de alta capacidad: Potencia, resistencia y versatilidad al alcance de Cuba. cubadebate.cu Los triciclos eléctricos de CASALINDA SHOP son la solución perfecta para el transporte de mercancías y personas, especialmente diseñados para satisfacer las necesidades del comercio, las entregas y el uso diario. Con una capacidad de carga impresionante y un rendimiento excepcional, estos vehículos combinan potencia, resistencia y eficiencia en un solo producto.
(2026-02-05). Delegación solidaria china visitó sede del Ballet Nacional de Cuba. radiohc.cu Representantes de la Asociación de Amistad del Pueblo Chino con el Extranjero visitaron este miércoles la sede del Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC), donde sostuvieron un ameno intercambio con la primera bailarina y directora general de la compañía, Viengsay Valdés. | Fuentes de la institución divulgaron que el grupo, presidido por el vicepresidente de la asociación, Yuan Mindao, cerró así una agenda en la que se propuso poner en valor los excelentes vínculos entre ambas naciones, sobre todo de conjunto con el Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP). | Durante el intercambio ratificó el apoyo de su país en…
(2026-02-05). Trump amenaza a Irán con acciones severas. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump amenazó a Irán con acciones severas si reanuda su programa nuclear. | El mandatario enfatizó que, en caso de que Teherán continúe con sus planes nucleares, Washington tomaría medidas drásticas. | ´Intentaron volver al lugar. Ni siquiera pudieron acercarse. Estaba totalmente destruido ª, añadió. | ´Estaban pensando en iniciar un nuevo programa en otra parte del país. Nos enteramos. Les dije que, si lo hacían, les haríamos cosas muy malas ´, advirtió. | La víspera, Trump afirmó que están conversando activamente con Irán y mencionó, sin concretar…
(2026-02-05). Delegación solidaria china visitó sede del Ballet Nacional de Cuba. radiohc.cu Representantes de la Asociación de Amistad del Pueblo Chino con el Extranjero visitaron este miércoles la sede del Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC), donde sostuvieron un ameno intercambio con la primera bailarina y directora general de la compañía, Viengsay Valdés. | Fuentes de la institución divulgaron que el grupo, presidido por el vicepresidente de la asociación, Yuan Mindao, cerró así una agenda en la que se propuso poner en valor los excelentes vínculos entre ambas naciones, sobre todo de conjunto con el Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP). | Durante el intercambio ratificó el apoyo de su país en…
(2026-02-05). JurisCuba 2026: Notariado cubano recibe reconocimiento internacional. radiohc.cu La Comisión cubana de Asuntos Notariales y Registrales, Defensoría e Igualdad de Género, recibió este miércoles, durante el evento JurisCuba 2026, un reconocimiento internacional por su trayectoria y compromiso institucional. | Confirma el perfil oficial en Facebook del Ministerio de Justicia de Cuba (Minjus), que el Dr. David Figueroa Márquez, presidente de la Unión Internacional del Notariado Latino (UINL), entregó una placa conmemorativa en honor al firme compromiso del Notariado de Cuba con la cooperación internacional, defensa de los valores y disciplina notarial, así como su disposición permanente al trabaj…
(2026-02-05). Historia Arcana Of The NATO Pact Analysis. eurasiareview.com The NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization/Organisation du Traité de l'Atlantique Nord) is a military-political alliance signed in Washington on April 4th, 1949, by the governments of the United States, Canada, Great Britain, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, Norway, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Iceland. The treaty alliance entered into force on August 24th, 1949. Over time, it has expanded to the present day, and one state (Greece) briefly withdrew from it (in August 1974 due to the Cyprus crisis, but returned after the change of regime in Athens). | The NATO pact was founded by 12 Western Euro…
(2026-02-05). Cuba y Vietnam estrechan alianza para la producción de vacuna antimeningocóccica. cubadebate.cu Calificado como un hito de cooperación científica, la firma del contrato de transferencia tecnológica para las etapas finales de producción de la vacuna VA-MENGOC-BC, entre el Instituto Finlay de Vacunas, de Cuba y Vabiotech, de Vietnam, se realizó hoy en la nación asiática.
(2026-02-05). French Diplomat Says Taiwan Strait Naval Missions Uphold International Law. moderndiplomacy.eu Naval missions by foreign countries in the Taiwan Strait are intended to uphold international law rather than provoke China, France's de facto ambassador to Taiwan said on Thursday, defending transits that regularly draw angry reactions from Beijing. Franck Paris, director of the French Office in Taipei, said such operations were carefully conducted in international waters …
(2026-02-05). Falleció destacado músico cubano Roberto Sánchez Ferrer. radiohc.cu El Instituto Cubano de la Música (ICM) informó que Roberto Sánchez Ferrer, Premio Nacional de Música 2023, falleció este miércoles, en La Habana, a los 99 años de edad. | El destacado instrumentista, compositor, orquestador y director de orquesta, ocupó una posición meritoria en el ámbito sinfónico de la nación antillana, según el comunicado de esa institución. | Nacido en La Habana el 31 de diciembre de 1927, Sánchez Ferrer tuvo una prolífera labor que lo convirtió en una de las personalidades paradigmáticas de la cultura musical de la isla caribeña, desde la segunda mitad del siglo XX, subraya el ICM. | Inició…
(2026-02-05). Unión Eléctrica informa caída parcial del SEN en la zona oriental. cubadebate.cu Siendo las 20: 54 de la noche ocurre un fallo en la subestacion Holguín 220 kV que provocó la desconexión del Sistema eléctrico en la zona oriental dejando sin servicio parcialmente a la provincia de Holguín y afectadas totalmente las provincias de Granma, Santiago de Cuba y Guantánamo.
(2026-02-05). Cuba en lucha contra el Cáncer: "Unidos por lo àönico" (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu "Unidos por lo àönico" es el lema de este año, y encuentra un eco especial en Cuba, donde la atención oncológica se caracteriza por un enfoque personalizado y humano. El sistema de salud nacional, a pesar de las limitaciones que impone el bloqueo norteamericano a la Isla, no solo ofrece tratamientos avanzados sino que prioriza, asimismo, el bienestar emocional y social de los pacientes.
(2026-02-05). Industriales resurge en el Latino. cubadebate.cu Apoyado en la friolera de 11 hits, incluidos par de cuadrangulares, el equipo de béisbol Industriales de la capital (Leones) consiguió hoy su primer éxito en las semifinales de la pelota cubana, siete carreras por una, sobre los Cocodrilos de Matanzas.
(2026-02-05). Personalidades peruanas califican de criminales las medidas de EEUU contra Cuba. radiohc.cu Destacadas personalidades peruanas calificaron este miércoles de criminales las medidas de bloqueo de suministro de combustible a Cuba dictadas por el presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump. | Un comunicado de los integrantes del Capítulo Perú de la Red de Intelectuales, Artistas y Movimientos Sociales En Defensa de la Humanidad (REDH) señala que el anuncio de represalias arancelarias a los países que suministren petróleo a Cuba usa como pretexto la afirmación de que la Isla es ´una amenaza extraordinaria ª para la seguridad nacional de los Estados Unidos. | El texto asevera que el objetivo del go…
(2026-02-05). China expresa mayor acercamiento a Cuba. radiohc.cu 
´Cuba es un país de paz, y no es una amenaza para nadie ª, afirmó el embajador de China Hua Xin, al dejar inaugurada una exposición pictórica para abrir en La Habana, la Fiesta de la Primavera y el inicio del Nuevo Año Lunar chino. | En su discurso dijo que el pueblo cubano es un pueblo heroico, digno del respeto de toda la humanidad y el gobierno chino expresa su firme rechazo a la nueva escalada agresiva contra Cuba porque siempre seremos compañeros y hermanos confiables. | La muestra se nombra ´Al galope: Visiones del Caballo de Fuego ª porque los próximos doce meses están regidos por el…
(2026-02-05). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-05). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-05). Greek Coast Guard rams refugee boat, killing dozens. wsws.org A boat carrying an estimated 35 people en route from the Turkish coast to the nearby island of Chios was rammed by the Greek Coast Guard. At least 15 people were killed.
(2026-02-05). Saturday 2/7: AI, Labor & The Future Of LA & The World Meeting. indybay.org 1261 North Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, California…