(2026-01-25). US envoys urge Netanyahu to move into Gaza ceasefire's second phase. newarab.com 
(2026-01-25). Gaza's tent life between illness and daily despair. aljazeera.com Gaza faces public health crisis amid Israel's war, with waste, sewage and poor sanitation leading to disease outbreaks.
(2026-01-25). Aid by permission: How Israel's NGO ban is reshaping life and survival in Gaza. juancole.com By Hassan Abo Qamar, — | On Jan. 1, Israel revoked the licenses of 37 international and local humanitarian organizations in Gaza, in an attempt to force them to end their operations in the region by March. While organizations are still operating for now, the move is affecting the groups' access to supplies and is already impacting daily life in Gaza. Organizations that have provided the foundations of civilian survival—health care, food distribution, water and sanitation, shelter, education, and psychological support[mdash…
(2026-01-25). Israeli fire kills three people in Gaza, US envoys discuss Rafah. newarab.com 
Israeli fire killed three Palestinians in two separate incidents in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, while an Israeli drone wounded four others in Gaza City, local health authorities said. | Medics said Israeli fire killed at least two people in the Tuffah neighbourhood east of Gaza City, while a 41-year-old man was killed by Israeli forces in Khan Younis, in the south of the enclave. | Earlier, medical workers said an Israeli drone exploded on the rooftop of a multi-floor building in Gaza City, wounding four civilians in the street nearby. | Meanwhile, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner urged Israeli Prime Minis…
(2026-01-25). Gaza — 745,000 students denied their right to education. thecanary.co 
The Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, has warned that Palestinian refugee education is under escalating and systematic attack. This is specially true in the case of Gaza. He described the situation as one of the most serious blows to the future of Palestinian generations. Lazzarini […] | By
(2026-01-25). Bereaved father in Gaza tries to will his son back from the dead. newarab.com 
The boy was dead, limp and bloodied on the floor of a morgue, the latest casualty in "He's sleeping. He'll wake up now. There's nothing wrong with him. He's fine," Yusuf Zawara said Saturday. "I'm just cleaning his face. He's sleepy. He didn't sleep all night because of the bombing." | There was dust in the bereaved father's hair and blood on his clothes. As he knelt over his son in
(2026-01-25). Gaza peacekeeping deployment five clear questions Fiji cannot ignore. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Jim Sanday The recent announcement by Fiji's Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs that Fiji will consider contributing troops to a proposed international stabilisation force in Gaza imposes a responsibility on all of us to ask the hard questions before the decision is finalised by Cabinet. At the outset, let's all be clear…
(2026-01-25). When Jewish moral reckoning overshadows Palestinian liberation. mondoweiss.net 
As Jewish anti-Zionists gain visibility, there is a danger of viewing the Gaza genocide solely as the backdrop for a Jewish reckoning. Instead, we must center Palestinian history and demands, and Jewish anti-Zionists have an important role to play.
(2026-01-25). Gaza riviera and the scenario of segregation and exclusion. thecanary.co 
What is today referred to as the "Gaza Riviera" or "New Gaza" is not merely an urban vision or deferred development plan. It is a comprehensive project that redefines land, people, and urban life through the near-total exclusion of Palestinians and their political reality. The project has been promoted through sleek presentations and referenced by […] | By
orinocotribune.com (2026-01-25). Venezuela Reaches Nearly 20,000 Migrant Repatriations, US Resumes Extrajudicial Killings – Orinoco Tribune – News and opinion pieces about Venezuela and beyond
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truthout.org (2026-01-25). With Donroe Doctrine, Trump Threatens to Export His Brand of Authoritarianism
Trump's National Security Strategy (NSS) is the crudest articulation yet of his authoritarian nationalist project. It promises to smash the so-called rules-based international order Washington has superintended since the end of the Cold War.
ibtimes.co.uk (2026-01-25). missing titleTrump has claimed that a previously undisclosed American military capability, which he called the 'Discombobulator', played a decisive role in the early‑January operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, asserting it rendered advanced Russian and Chinese defence systems inoperable, but he declined to offer any specific evidence about the device or its effects.
(2026-01-25). 5,000+ children in Gaza are at risk of death due to a shortage of medicine and treatment. thecanary.co 
Mohammed Abu Aisha, director of the Medical Relief Society in the Gaza Strip, has warned of a worsening health crisis. He confirmed that children are dying every day due to disease and lack of treatment. Thousands of children are suffering from serious health conditions that require treatment outside Gaza. However, the occupation continues to block […] | By
(2026-01-25). Trump sent envoys Witkoff and Kushner to ensure Netanyahu delay opening Rafah. haaretz.com One goal of Trump's Board of Peace is to make the lives of Palestinians in Gaza, who are suffering from the ravages of winter, including freezing temperatures, fierce winds and flooding in around their tents, more tolerable as quickly as possible…
(2026-01-25). Israeli Supreme Court hearing on press access to Gaza looms RSF and CPJ call for action. asiapacificreport.nz 
Reporters Without Borders A decisive hearing before the Israeli Supreme Court on whether the press will have independent access to Gaza is due to take place tomorrow. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) will be participating as amici curiae and call on the member states of the Media Freedom Coalition…
(2026-01-25). Gaza — How does Israel manage local militias from the shadows? thecanary.co 
The Wall Street Journal has revealed what appears to be a hidden layer of Israel's war on Gaza: an undeclared reliance on local armed militias acting as "field agents" to carry out tasks the Israeli army cannot openly perform under the ceasefire. According to the newspaper, this is not a temporary arrangement. It is an […] | By
(2026-01-25). Venezuela and the Petrodollar Question: What Currency Power reveals about Today's Geopolitics. moderndiplomacy.eu The US military operation in Venezuela on January 3, 2026, has been framed by the former as a narrow counter-narcotics and democratic enforcement measure. But its subsequent control over Venezuela's oil strongly suggests that energy imperatives and finances are central to U.S. strategy. The international backlash over US actions also demonstrated that currency, along with …
(2026-01-25). "The Discombobulator" : Trump reveals secret US weapon disabled venezuela's defenses. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – US President Donald Trump has disclosed details about a previously undisclosed weapon that he says played a critical role in a recent American military operation in Venezuela, marking a rare public reference to advanced U.S. capabilities used in covert actions.In an interview with the New York Post, Trump said the weapon—referred to as "the Discombobulator"—was deployed during a U.S. raid in Caracas that resulted in the arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Washington has long accused Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking and terrorism-related offenses.A…
(2026-01-25). En México reafirman defensa de Cuba y apoyo a Venezuela. radiohc.cu Cubanos residentes en México y miembros de distintas organizaciones rechazaron este sábado las amenazas de Estados Unidos hacia la isla y ratificaron el apoyo a Venezuela tras la agresión militar perpetrada por Washington. | "Una vez más, desde el Norte, se alzan voces que no conocen la historia ni respetan la soberanía, voces que murmuran la vieja y desgastada amenaza de la invasión contra nuestra patria, Cuba", expresó la vicepresidenta de la Asociación de Cubanos Residentes en México José Martí, Olivia Garza. | Al dar lectura a una declaración durante un acto en el capitalino Jardín San Carlos, la activista de…
(2026-01-25). En México reafirman defensa de Cuba y apoyo a Venezuela. radiohc.cu Cubanos residentes en México y miembros de distintas organizaciones rechazaron este sábado las amenazas de Estados Unidos hacia la isla y ratificaron el apoyo a Venezuela tras la agresión militar perpetrada por Washington. | "Una vez más, desde el Norte, se alzan voces que no conocen la historia ni respetan la soberanía, voces que murmuran la vieja y desgastada amenaza de la invasión contra nuestra patria, Cuba", expresó la vicepresidenta de la Asociación de Cubanos Residentes en México José Martí, Olivia Garza. | Al dar lectura a una declaración durante un acto en el capitalino Jardín San Carlos, la activista de…
(2026-01-25). 30 incumbent councillors lose in Busia district. independent.co.ug 
Busia, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The just-concluded Local Council Five (LCV) elections in Busia district have kicked out thirty (30) incumbent councillors, ushering in new faces. Busia district council comprises 41 councilors representing fourteen (14) sub-counties, four (4) town councils, and two (2) divisions, covering a total of twenty (20) administrative units. The results, declared …
(2026-01-25). Indonesia resumes search for about 80 missing after landslide kills 10. aljazeera.com The death toll from Saturday's landslide in a residential area of West Java province has risen to 10.
(2026-01-25). Greenland Annexation and Probable European Response. ummid.com Greenland has become a focal point of international tensionsyet again, as US President Donald Trump repeated arguments that Washington must control the territory for national security reasons and has refused to rule out using military force to acquire it.
(2026-01-25). Sindh Civil Defence's 36-year neglect blamed in Gul Plaza tragedy. tribune.com.pk 
Due to the Sindh government's continued neglect, the provincial Civil Defence Department has remained in a state of decline for the past 36 years. In the Gul Plaza tragedy, while several institutions bear criminal responsibility, the alleged corruption and deliberate negligence of Civil Defence officials also played a significant role in allowing the fire to escalate. | Although the department faces shortages of staff and vehicles, the more alarming issue is the erosion of its core values. Civil Defence is legally responsible not only for training employees of industrial and commercial units and petrol pumps,…
(2026-01-25). Iran in revolt: Neoliberalization, sanctions, repression. links.org.au 
Kayhan Valadbaygi — Deep political-economic transformations are causing recurrent waves of unrest, with no long-term solution in sight.
(2026-01-25). China, Brazil vow to further deepen ties. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation and jointly safeguard the central role of the United Nations amid the current turbulent international situation during a phone conversation on Friday.
(2026-01-25). Trump lauds British troops 'brave warriors' after Europe criticism. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump on Saturday praised "brave" British soldiers, calling them warriors, a day after remarks he made about NATO troops in Afghanistan were described as "insulting and appalling" by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer. | Trump provoked widespread anger in Britain and across Europe after he said European troops had stayed off the front lines in Afghanistan. | Britain lost 457 service personnel in Afghanistan, its deadliest overseas war since the 1950s. For several of the war's most intense years, it led the allied campaign in Helmand, Afghanistan's biggest and most violent prov…
(2026-01-25). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-25). Reform candidate comes out as a cringe, moron Trump suck-up. thecanary.co 
It's hard to know where to start with this one. I suppose we'll just show you what Reform London mayoral candidate Laila Cunningham posted and ask: 'do you have any idea what this all about?': Choose a new path for London.Before it's too late. üá¨üáß pic.twitter.com/i5z0dWO9jx — Laila Cunningham (@policylaila) January 25, 2026 Jesus wept […] | By
(2026-01-25). Trump vs Canada: Trade Dispute or Test of the US-Led World Order? thinktank.pk US President Donald Trump's latest threat to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods marks a sharp escalation in tensions between Washington and one of its closest allies. Framed as a warning against Canada's growing engagement with China, the move appears less about trade enforcement and more about reasserting US economic dominance through coercion. Trump's …
(2026-01-25). Another Hindu man set ablaze, killed in Bangladesh; family alleges pre-meditated killing. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 23-year-old Hindu man was burned alive inside a garage in Bangladesh's Narsingdi district, leading to allegations of a deliberate killing and renewed concerns about the safety of religious minorities in the country. | The victim, Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik, had been employed at the garage for several years. Originally from Lakshmipur village in Cumilla district, he had moved to Narsingdi for work. He was the middle child in his family and their only earning member. The incident occurred near the Mosque Market area, close to the Narsingdi Police Lines. According to eyewitnesses and local residents,…
(2026-01-25). Mahmood denies 'all-BAME' shortlist will be used to screw Burnham. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, Andy Burnham has put himself forwards to run in the Gorton and Denton byelection. This proved controversial because Burnham is clearly only doing it to unseat Keir Starmer as PM. Following the announcement, Labour insiders claimed the party would mandate an 'all female' or 'all Black or Minority Ethnic (BAME)' shortlist to […] | By
(2026-01-25). INTERNSHIP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (FIDH) – PERMANENT REPRESENTATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) – THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS. fidh.org CONTEXT :
| The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, (…) | – |
(2026-01-25). Chinese PLA aerobatic team to fly J-10 Jets at Singapore Airshow. ecns.cn The Bayi Aerobatic Team of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force will attend the Singapore Airshow from late January to early February, performing flight demonstrations using J-10 fighter jets, the Ministry of National Defense said on Saturday.
(2026-01-25). 'Two suns' shock residents in Russia as rare sky phenomenon goes viral. tribune.com.pk 
Residents of Russia's Sakhalin Island were left astonished after witnessing a rare and striking sight in the sky that appeared to show two suns shining at the same time. | Residents captured the unusual phenomenon on camera, and the images quickly drew attention on social media. | Two suns rise over parts of Russia | Sakhalin residents spot a rare sun dog caused by ice crystals in the air pic.twitter.com/U4vX2xNac4 | — RT (@RT_com) January 24, 2026 | According to foreign media reports and weather experts, the phenomenon was not the appearance of two suns but a natural atmospheric event. | Specialists exp…
(2026-01-25). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-25). Augsburg hand Bayern Munich first defeat. tribune.com.pk 
Augsburg stunned Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich 2-1 on Saturday to end a 27-match unbeaten league run for their Bavarian rivals dating back to March. | Second-placed Borussia Dortmund made the most of the slip with a 3-0 win at Union Berlin to cut their deficit to eight points, keeping alive their slim hopes of challenging Bayern this season. | Hiroki Ito's opener gave the defending champions an early lead but Augsburg fought back with two goals in six second-half minutes from Arthur Chaves and Han-Noah Massengo. | "We have to accept it ⚪ it wasn't undeserved. It wasn't like Augsburg dominated us, but a win…
(2026-01-25). Bangladesh criticises India over fugitive leader Hasina's speech. tribune.com.pk 1725534939-0/BeFunky-(72)1725534939-0.jpg)
Bangladesh said on Sunday it was "surprised" and "shocked" that India had allowed fugitive former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to make a public address in New Delhi. | Hasina, 78, fled to neighbouring India in August 2024 after a student-led uprising ended her iron-fisted 15-year rule. She made her first public speech since then in an audio address to a packed press club in Delhi on Friday. | She was found guilty in absentia by a Dhaka court in November of incitement, issuing an order to kill and inaction to prevent atrocities and was sentenced to be hanged. | "The government and the people of Bangladesh are s…
(2026-01-25). Celebrating Bhagat Singh Koshyari's Padma Bhushan: A Fitting Tribute to a Life of Service. devdiscourse.com Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday celebrated the announcement of the Padma Bhushan award for former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Bhagat Singh Koshyari, calling it a fitting honor for his unwavering service to the nation.
(2026-01-25). In Minneapolis, resistance to ICE hardens after agent kills another US citizen. scmp.com When Fabiola, a single mother and naturalised US citizen from Latin America, first learned of the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, ‚Äåshe said she was heartbroken and terrified. | Then she joined the thousands of other Minnesotans who have volunteered to track ICE agents since Good was killed, despite her fears for herself and her son Asher, who is seven.
(2026-01-25). Sunday 2/15: Until All Of Us Are Free: Youth-Led Remembrance of WWII Japanese-Americans Imprisonments. indybay.org Japanese Community Youth Council | 2012 Pine Street | San Francisco, CA, 94115…
(2026-01-25). Challenges Faced by Pakistanis Abroad: Pakistan's Diplomatic and Economic Failures. indybay.org The relationship between Pakistan and the Sultanate of Oman has always been based on brotherhood and mutual respect. Oman has consistently welcomed Pakistani workers and traders. However, the visa obstacles faced by Pakistanis over the past year are not due to the Omani authorities, but are the result of Pakistan's diplomatic inefficiency. The Government of Pakistan has completely failed to address the concerns of the Omani authorities regarding visas and to reassure them.
(2026-01-25). 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.
(2026-01-25). Honor launches new smartphone as it eyes expansion in local market. ecns.cn Chinese tech company Honor unveiled its latest smartphone, Magic 8 Pro Air, in its latest push to expand its presence in the home market despite intensified competition.
(2026-01-25). Bank unions adamant on January 27 strike. ummid.com Banking services across India are likely to face major disruptions as bank unions are adamant on their nationwide strike on Tuesday January 27, 2026.
(2026-01-25). UPDF Arrest Three Men Trying to Sneak Gun into Hoima Regional Referral Hospital. plusnews.ug 
The Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) have intercepted three men attempting to sneak a gun into Hoima Regional Referral Hospital. The suspects, whose identities have been withheld to protect the ongoing investigation, were apprehended on Friday at 7: 00 p.m. by soldiers stationed at the hospital gate. According to information gathered by Uganda Radio Network (URN), the …
(2026-01-25). TikTok establishes new U.S. joint venture to avoid American ban. ecns.cn TikTok announced on Thursday the establishment of a joint venture, TikTok U.S. Data Security Joint Venture LLC (TikTok USDS JV), a new entity with majority American ownership. The company will manage data protection, algorithm security, content moderation and software assurance for TikTok's U.S. operations.
(2026-01-25). US preparing to deport Iranians despite unrest, killings: NGO. newarab.com 
(2026-01-25). Across Wisconsin Sunday, January 25, 2026: Stop ICE Terror Now! Protests (City Listings). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-25). Stability without monopoly: Why the International System is relearning its balance. moderndiplomacy.eu The international order in 2026 reveals a paradox that classical theory anticipated but post-Cold War optimism tried to forget: stability does not emerge from concentration of power, even when that power is exercised with declared norms, institutions, or moral narratives. Stability emerges from balance. The present moment is not defined by the decline of any …
(2026-01-25). Monday 1/26: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-01-25). Tragic Wildlife Encounters: Community in Pauri District Grieves. devdiscourse.com In a tragic series of events, wildlife encounters have claimed two lives within 24 hours in the Lansdowne area of Pauri district. In a heart-wrenching incident, a leopard snatched one-and-a-half-year-old Yashika from her mother's arms in the courtyard of their home in Barswar village, Jaiharikhal.
(2026-01-25). Iran judicial chief says protesters to receive no leniency. newarab.com 
The head of Iran's judiciary warned on Sunday that those behind a recent wave of What began earlier this month as demonstrations against the high cost of living boiled over into a broader protest movement that represented the gravest challenge to the Islamic republic's clerical leadership in years. | The protests have abated following a government crackdown, carried out under an internet blackout that left the country largely cut off from the outside world. | "The people…
(2026-01-25). Soaring Prices of Gold and Slipping Status of US Dollar. ummid.com The soaring prices of Gold is a huge flashing red light indicating something has broken deep in the bowels of the current monetary system.
(2026-01-25). Shanghai braces for record passenger numbers during Spring Festival. ecns.cn Record high travel demand is anticipated during this year's Spring Festival travel rush in Shanghai, with the city projected to handle approximately 49.15 million passenger trips.
(2026-01-25). Polar Colding…Antarctica Saw Its Coldest October In 44 Years! wattsupwiththat.com On October 15, 2025, the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station reported a record low temperature of -61.3 degrees Celsius, marking the coldest October temperature measured in the Southern Hemisphere since 1981.
(2026-01-25). The Whiskey War, or: How to Fight Over Land Like a Civilized Mammal. counterpunch.org Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. Image by Mads Schmidt Rasmussen. Greenland. […] | To read this article, log in
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(2026-01-25). Xi congratulates Yoweri Museveni on re-election as president of Uganda. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday sent a congratulatory message to Yoweri Museveni on his re-election as president of Uganda. Xi said in the message that China and Uganda, bound by a long-standing traditional friendship, have in recent years firmly supported each other on issues concerning their respective core interests and …
(2026-01-25). 18th AD Quran calligraphed in India on display at Makkah Museum. ummid.com The Museum of The Holy Quran in the Hira Cultural District of Makkah is showcasing a rare 18th century Quran calligraphed in India exemplifying Muslim devotion to the Holy Quran.
(2026-01-25). Pakistani president calls for making education national priority for youth empowerment. ecns.cn Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday called for making education a national priority to empower the youth as partners in building a skilled, enlightened and resilient Pakistan."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-25). A Moral Crisis on Republic Day in India: Serving Private Capital or Serving the People? globalresearch.ca Republic Day is intended to be a celebration of India's constitutional soul—justice, liberty and equality.
(2026-01-25). Activist calls out Miliband's £1m-a-day carbon hypocrisy. thecanary.co 
An activist from Axe Drax has interrupted a keynote speech from Ed Miliband to highlight Labour's funding of the controversial 'biomass' company: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Axe Drax (@axe_drax) Axe Drax Miliband! According to Axe Drax: Drax Power Station in North Yorkshire was once the UK's largest coal-fired […] | By
(2026-01-25). Wednesday 1/28: Boycott Chevron Virtual Action Training. indybay.org Zoom | uscpr.org/masscall…
(2026-01-25). A political obtuary of Bobi Wine. independent.co.ug 
THE LAST WORD | ANDREW M. MWENDA | At the beginning of January, I drove from Kabale to Rukungiri, Bushenyi, Kaseese, Fort Portal, Kyenjojo, Mubende, Mityana and Kampala. Then in the last week of the election, I was joined by Prof. Melina Platas of New York University and Prof. Jude Kagoro of Bremen University. We …
(2026-01-25). Two mass graves discovered in Sudan's Khartoum. newarab.com 
Two mass graves were discovered in the Al-Riyadh neighbourhood located near Obeid Khatim street in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, amid recent waves of attacks carried out by the The graves contain the remains of thousands of people who died due to RSF attacks and were buried haphazardly, Arabic media reported on Sunday, citing local sources. | The sources said that buildings in the neighbourhood were used by the RSF as detention centres. Eyewitnesses added that civilians and m…
(2026-01-25). Tragedy at Sea: Mediterranean Boat Disaster. devdiscourse.com In a tragic incident in the Mediterranean, one migrant has been rescued while 50 others are feared drowned after their boat sank, officials confirmed on Sunday. The survivor was stranded at sea for 24 hours before being found.
(2026-01-25). 86 arrested outside London prison over Palestine Action demonstration. tribune.com.pk 
British police arrested 86 people on suspicion of aggravated trespass after protesters breached the grounds of a prison in west London during a demonstration in support of a Palestine Action activist, authorities said on Sunday. | The Metropolitan Police said the arrests were made Saturday evening outside HMP Wormwood Scrubs, where demonstrators gathered to protest the detention of a prisoner reportedly on hunger strike. | Police said the group refused to leave when ordered, blocked prison staff from entering and leaving the facility, and made threats toward officers. Some protesters also gained access to a st…
(2026-01-25). What should Pakistan do now? tribune.com.pk 
Let me tell you a story today. There was once a bully who had made life miserable for everyone in his neighborhood. Since he was also wealthy, people feared him. Interestingly, some of the richest people were among his "friends." He kept them under his influence by giving them gifts, and in return, they turned a blind eye to his injustices. His arrogance and sense of power kept growing, he considered everyone beneath him. | One day, however, he picked a fight with someone from the neighboring area. Thinking it would be an easy win, he tried to bully him but the neighbor fought back fiercely and beat him so bad…
(2026-01-25). The police and MSM are lying about what happened at Wormwood Scrubs. thecanary.co 
As the Canary reported overnight, police violently arrested what we now know to be 86 people who were peacefully protesting at Wormwood Scrubs prison. The demonstrators had gathered in a show of support for political prisoner Umer Khalid, who has added a thirst strike to his ongoing hunger strike against the Starmer regime's contempt for Palestinian lives […] | By
(2026-01-25). Honoring Heroes and Achievers: Jammu and Kashmir's 2025 Awards Ceremony. devdiscourse.com The Jammu and Kashmir government recognized 56 individuals on Sunday for their brave and significant contributions across diverse sectors.
(2026-01-25). 9 killed in road accident in southern Pakistan. ecns.cn A collision between a car and a truck left at least nine people killed and several others injured in Pakistan's southern Sindh province, police said on Saturday.
(2026-01-25). Xinjiang reports highest foreign trade growth in China. ecns.cn Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region recorded robust foreign trade growth in 2025, with total import and export value hitting a record 520.4 billion yuan ($74.7 billion), a year-on-year increase of 19.9 percent — the highest growth rate in China, according to Urumqi Customs District.
(2026-01-25). Tirah notification a 'warrant for confrontation': K-P CM. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Sunday warned that a federal notification regarding Tirah Valley could lead to confrontation between the provincial government and state institutions, saying he would convene a Pashtun jirga if the notification was not withdrawn and an apology issued. | Addressing a rally in Mingora, he rejected the alleged notification's claim that residents of Tirah Valley had migrated voluntarily. He said a jirga of the Afridi tribe would be convened to determine whether the displacement was forced or voluntary. | "If the claim is proven false, I will personally take my peo…
(2026-01-25). Call for end to arbitrary action against Madrasas. ummid.com Reacting to the landmark judgment delivered by Allahabad High Court on non-affiliated religious Madrasas, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Madani described the verdict as a clear affirmation of the supremacy of the Constitution of India and its core principles.
(2026-01-25). Gul Plaza fire death toll rises to 73, with 23 victims identified so far. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from the Gul Plaza fire in Karachi has risen to 73, as rescue teams continue to recover human remains from the building. So far, 23 victims have been identified, with 16 confirmed through DNA testing on Sunday. | According to Amir Hassan, in charge of the Citizens Police Liaison Committee Identification Project, another body has been identified through DNA. The individual has been named Abdul Haseeb. The remains of two individuals were found late last night, Hassan said, bringing the total death toll from the incident to 73. | Recovery teams continue to search through the debris following the fi…
(2026-01-25). Beaver Dam, WI, January 25, 2026: Stop ICE! Solidarity With Minnesota! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-25). Kremlin says nearly 5 bln U.S. dollars in Russian assets frozen in U.S. ecns.cn Around five billion U.S. dollars in Russian assets were frozen in the United States by the previous administration, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday.
(2026-01-25). Netanyahu barred Herzog from 'Board of Peace' unveiling: report. newarab.com 
According to US news site Axios, citing American sources, Netanyahu rejected multiple White House invitations for Herzog to participate in the board's launch ceremony in Switzerland, vetoing the…
(2026-01-25). New Video Contradicts DHS Claims About Minneapolis Killing of Alex Pretti. truthout.org In the original video of the shooting of a man in Minneapolis, identified by the Minneapolis Star Tribune at 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a woman in a pink coat was seen in the background filming the incident with her phone. Drop Site News obtained footage that appeared "to come from the direction of the woman in pink filming from the sidewalk" and showed the shooting at a closer distance… |
(2026-01-25). The case of precarious student lives in Pakistani universities. tribune.com.pk 
Trigger warning: This story contains references to suicide and self-harm. Suicide is preventable. Please read with care. | They say youth is the gift of nature. What, then, does it say about a society that corners its young into giving that gift away forever? | On December 19, 2025, Muhammad Awais Sultan, a 22 year old fifth semester Pharm D student at a private university in Lahore, died by suicide after falling from the fourth floor of his campus building. Classmates say Awais had been struggling to meet attendance requirements and had approached the administration multiple times, asking for leniency. His re…
(2026-01-25). Israeli strikes on south Lebanon kill two. newarab.com 
Israeli strikes on south Lebanon killed two people on Sunday, the health ministry reported, with Israel's military saying it struck Hezbollah targets. | Israel has kept up regular strikes in Lebanon despite the November 2024 ceasefire that sought to end more than a year of hostilities with Hezbollah, usually saying it is targeting members of the Iran-backed group or its infrastructure. | In a statement, Lebanon's health ministry said It said a separate strike i…
(2026-01-25). BlockDAG Price Prediction: DeepSnitch AI Presale Moonshot Bets Go Hyperbolic Ahead of Launch, BDAG and MAXI Highlighted as Solid Picks. moderndiplomacy.eu The American Bankers Association, an organization that represents more than 1.3K US banks of all sizes, has made prohibiting stablecoin yields the top priority in its 2026 policy agenda. In its 'Blueprint for Growth', ABA explicitly calls on Congress to outright ban paying stablecoin interest, yield, or rewards regardless of the platform. Meanwhile, the BlockDAG …
(2026-01-25). Wildlife Encounters Turn Fatal in Uttarakhand's Lansdowne. devdiscourse.com In a tragic turn of events in Uttarakhand's Lansdowne, two separate wildlife encounters resulted in deaths within 24 hours. On Saturday, a one-and-a-half-year-old girl was reportedly taken by a leopard from her home in Barswar village, while on Sunday, a 70-year-old man was trampled by an elephant.
(2026-01-25). All Out for NYC Nurses for Single Payer & A General Strike – No Medicare Advantage. indybay.org 15,000 NYC nurses have been forced on strike and are facing a massive union busting. The entire working class needs to be mobilized to join them on the picket line and shutdown New York City to win the strike. The scabs are being supported by Democratic NY governor Hochul is supporting the scabs and NYC union bureaucrats are supporting the healthcare insurance companies and medicare advantage. Some are even getting paid by them to…
(2026-01-25). Monday 1/26: Reject Alameda Health Layoffs and Closures. indybay.org 1221 Oak St. 5th floor…
(2026-01-25). Saturday 1/24: Virtual screening of the film "The Hidden War on Palestinian Women: Checkpoint Diaries" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cHJ0……
(2026-01-25). Zverev reaches Australian Open quarters-finals. tribune.com.pk 
Last year's Australian Open runner-up, Alexander Zverev, stayed on track in his bid for an elusive maiden Grand Slam title, beating Francisco Cerundolo 6-2 6-4 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals at Melbourne Park on Sunday. | The 28-year-old German has lost all three Grand Slam title clashes he has contested, including last year's final to Jannik Sinner at Melbourne Park, and has flown under the radar this time as he seeks another opportunity. | "I'm very happy with the match and the performance. Really happy to be back in the quarter-finals," Zverev said on court, dodging a question on whether he is playing his…
(2026-01-25). Sunday 2/15: 46th Annual SJ Day of Remembrance – EO 9066 Japanese-Americans Incarceration Camps WWII. indybay.org San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin – Annex Auditorium | 640 N. 5th Street | Downtown San Jose 95112…
(2026-01-25). West Allis, WI, January 25, 2026: Emergency Protest ICE Out of Our Communities! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-25). Polanski rules self out as Labour MPs attack Starmer's Burnham betrayal. thecanary.co 
The Green Party has confirmed that Zack Polanski will not be standing in the Gorton and Denton byelection: Excl: Zack Polanski will not stand as the Green Party candidate in the Gorton and Denton by-election. A Green Party source told @NewStatesman that whoever is chosen as the party's candidate will be selected by the local […] | By
(2026-01-25). The Peace Council: Why Morocco Is Invited and Why It Matters? moderndiplomacy.eu As protracted conflicts increasingly overwhelm traditional diplomatic mechanisms, new forms of peace governance are beginning to emerge. The creation of the Peace Council reflects a shift away from declaratory multilateralism toward more operational approaches to stabilization. Morocco's invitation to join this emerging architecture is not accidental; it raises a broader question about how peace is …
(2026-01-25). Woman, boy drown off Greece after migrant boat sinks. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-25). Pakistan announce squad for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan squad for the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20 World Cup 2026 was unveiled during a press conference at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday morning. | The conference was addressed by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Director High Performance and member of the men's national selection committee, Aqib Javed, alongside Pakistan's T20I Captain Salman Ali Agha, and White-Ball Head Coach Michael James Hesson. | Road to üèÜ 2026 begins! | üáµüá∞ Squad unveiled for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup üå&cc…
(2026-01-25). Aldous Huxley and the world on drugs. uwidata.com By Ljubodrag Simonoviƒá, Belgrade, Serbia The English writer Aldous Huxley (1894—1963) attracted public attention not only as an outstanding essayist but also as the author of the futuristic study Brave New World (1936), in which he warned about the disastrous development of Western civilization. After World War II, Huxley published The Doors of Perception (1953), …
(2026-01-25). Prisoners for Palestine slam Met Police over Wormwood Scrubs violence and arrests. thecanary.co 
The group Prisoners for Palestine has hit back at what it calls the "violent" and "wildly disproportionate" response of the Met Police to a peaceful protest at HMP Wormwood Scrubs. It says that Wildly disproportionate response at Wormwood Scrubs As the Canary has reported, on Saturday 25 January evening, at least 86 people were arrested […] | By
(2026-01-25). Cricket players, officials slam ICC for Bangladesh's T20 World Cup ouster. aljazeera.com Ex-players and cricket administrators question the ICC's decision, saying it reeks of double standards and injustice.
(2026-01-25). Lee Anderson compared Labour to 'Traitors' everyone made the same joke. thecanary.co 
Reform MP Lee Anderson has said the following about the Labour Party's Andy Burnham situation: This is going to be better than Traitors. Never watched it but I've heard all about it ü§î t.co/ppUarFyqAR — Lee Anderson MP (@LeeAndersonMP_) January 24, 2026 As many of you have already figured out, it was a foolish move […] | By
(2026-01-25). Old Bonespurs Spits on Graves of European NATO Soldiers who gave Lives for US in Afghanistan. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole for Informed Comment In an interview with Fox "News" in Davos, Switzerland, President Donald J. Trump a.k.a. "Old Bonespurs" and "Five-time-Deferment," smeared the European NATO soldiers who gave their lives in Afghanistan to defend the United States. The president said, "I've always said, 'Will they be there, if we ever needed them?' …
(2026-01-25). Roads affected by floods in Mpumalanga. sanews.gov.za Roads affected by floods in Mpumalanga | The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has provided an update on the national roads that were affected by the recent heavy rains and flooding in Mpumalanga. | According to SANRAL Mpumalanga's Provincial Head, Mabuyi Mhlanga, the roads agency continues to closely monitor the situation by carrying out assessments at locations where it is safe to do so. | "This is part of our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of all road users. Where it is still unsafe, assessments will be conducted once the flood water has subsided. Routine Road Maintenance (RRM) t…
(2026-01-25). US university fires daughter of top Iranian official Larijani. newarab.com 
A university in the US has fired the daughter of top Dr. Fatemeh Ardeshir-Larijani, a cancer specialist and assistant professor at Emory University Medical School's Department of Hematology and Oncology in Atlanta, Georgia, has now had her profile removed from the faculty's page. | It is believed that Dr. Ardeshir-Larijani was let go from her position sometime this week, after Sandra Wo…
(2026-01-25). Beijing prosecutors enhance contribution to urban development, people's livelihoods. ecns.cn Thanks to better handling of public interest cases, Beijing prosecutors have significantly strengthened their supervisory role in contributing to urban development and the improvement of people's livelihoods over the past decade.
(2026-01-25). We Tolerated Their Violence Abroad. Now We See Its Victims Here. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer I wanted to post this stand‚Äëalone tweet from Chris Hedges for those who wanted to have his thoughts on what's going on — as the streets of Minneapolis are bleeding the same way Fallujah and Helmand bled for decades. Today, the federal agents who terrorize our neighborhoods took the life of …
(2026-01-25). Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain welcome baby girl. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani actors Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain have welcomed their second child, a baby girl, the couple announced on social media. | Actor Yasir Hussain shared the news through an Instagram story late Saturday night, confirming that their daughter was born on January 24. | The announcement quickly circulated on social media, prompting congratulatory messages from fellow showbiz personalities and fans, who extended their best wishes and prayers for the newborn. | The news holds particular significance as the couple had hinted a few weeks earlier that they would soon share "big news", sparking speculation among s…
(2026-01-25). Kuwait revokes citizenship of renowned national team goalkeeper. newarab.com 
Trabousli, a former army officer, was one of the many listed along with their children and grandchildren who were set to have their citizenship revoked, local Arabic media reported on Sunday. | Kuwait's government has led a campaign to "clean up" the nationality register, which has led to a wave of denaturalisations…
(2026-01-25). Luwero MPs Condemn Electoral Malpractice, Call for Urgent Reforms. plusnews.ug 
Three opposition legislators from Luwero District have strongly condemned what they describe as grossly undemocratic practices that marred recent elections in their constituencies, urging the government to demonstrate a genuine commitment to comprehensive electoral reforms. The MPs—Robert Ssekitooleko (Bamunanika County), Hassan Kirumira (Katikamu South), and Brenda Nabukenya (Luwero Woman MP), all from the National Unity …
(2026-01-25). China probes senior military officials Zhang Youxia, Liu Zhenli for suspected serious discipline, law violations: defense ministry. ecns.cn Liu is a member of the CMC and chief of staff of the CMC Joint Staff Department."ÄÄThe decision to place them under investigation was made by the CPC Central Committee, according to the ministry.
(2026-01-25). Israel blocks shipments of football turf for Palestinian FA. newarab.com 
Israeli authorities have prevented the entry of artificial turf shipments from China intended to be used On its official website,
(2026-01-25). 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.
(2026-01-25). Rand Water rejects claim the Vaal Dam has been poisoned. sanews.gov.za Rand Water rejects claim the Vaal Dam has been poisoned | Rand Water has confirmed that consumers may continue to drink water directly from their taps safely. | This comes as claims that the Vaal Dam had been poisoned were circulated on social media. | A WhatsApp audio clip claimed that the "dam has been poisoned" and that tap water should not be consumed unless it is first boiled. | "Rand Water categorically dismisses these claims as false and misleading. Rand Water abstracts raw water from the Vaal Dam, which undergoes a comprehensive treatment process before being supplied to consumers. | "Vigorous and continu…
(2026-01-25). Iraqi lawmakers to elect president Tuesday, PM appointment next. newarab.com 
Iraq's parliament will meet on Tuesday to elect the country's new president, who will then appoint a prime minister expected to be By convention, a Shia Muslim holds…
(2026-01-25). Nkabinde Enquiry resumes hearings next week. sanews.gov.za Nkabinde Enquiry resumes hearings next week | The enquiry into the fitness to hold office of Advocate Andrew Chauke will resume its hearing on Monday following its adjournment for the festive period. | The enquiry was established last year by President Cyril Ramaphosa in terms of section 12(6)(a) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act 32 of 1998 to inquire into the fitness of Advocate Andrew Chauke to hold the office of Director of Public Prosecutions. | "The forthcoming hearings mark the next phase of the enquiry's work and are expected to feature testimony from witnesses led by the evidence leaders, as well…
(2026-01-25). 'Your solidarity is part of our self-defense': Two urgent calls from Rojava for global solidarity. links.org.au 
Two urgent calls for solidarity with the Rojavan revolution, one initiated by Women for Rovaja and RiseUp4Rojava, the other from universities in Rojava/Northern and Eastern Syria.
(2026-01-25). Legacy of a Cricket Visionary: The Impact of Inderjit Singh Bindra. devdiscourse.com Inderjit Singh Bindra, a towering figure in Indian cricket administration, passed away on Sunday in Delhi at the age of 84. Widely credited with transforming Punjab's cricket infrastructure and revolutionizing cricket , Bindra left an indelible mark on the sport.
(2026-01-25). Explosion kills 1 at high-rise building in the Bronx, New York. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A gas explosion killed one person and injured 14 others in in New York City early on Saturday, American authorities announced.The explosion happened at a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, causing a big fire that spread through the top floors.Firefighters were called shortly before 12.30 a.m. to the 17-story New York City housing authority (Nycha) building in the Bronx, due to the fire.The Guardian cited officials who said people rushed to windows screaming for help as flames engulfed parts of the top floors.BREAKING: Explosion reported at high-rise building in The Bronx, New York, with reports…
(2026-01-25). Protection of persons with disabilities key amid severe weather conditions. sanews.gov.za Protection of persons with disabilities key amid severe weather conditions | The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has advocated for the protection of persons with disabilities against climate change as mandated by law and policy. | "The call for the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities in the changing climate follows the clarion call by the White Paper on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which is calling for full inclusion of persons with disabilities in disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and sustainable development initiatives," the department said on Su…
(2026-01-25). Saudi Arabia to scale back flagship NEOM project: report. newarab.com 
(2026-01-25). Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirms military readiness on National Defense Day. radiohc.cu 
Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, President of the National Defense Council, led the main activities for National Defense Day on Saturday, where he confirmed the cohesion and readiness of the forces of the territorial defense system. | During a tactical demonstration exercise at the Sanguily Combat Glory Tank Unit, the Head of State was accompanied by Army Corps General àÅlvaro López Miera, Minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, and other high-ranking military officers, the Presidency reported. | Díaz-Canel Bermúdez congratulated the combatants for the levels of organization and discipline they demonstrated…
(2026-01-25). Major winter storm cancels over 10,000 US flights. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Thousands of flights were canceled in the United States as a major winter storm is expected to leave 190 million people across several states with heavy snow and freezing rain, NBC News reported.American media confirmed that the major winter storm is the strongest in years and it will be affecting about 190 million people across 37 states, from the Rockies to New England.The report further mentioned that more than 10,000 flights within, into or out of the U.S. were canceled during the weekend.pic.twitter.com/bR76NpsrEy— National Weather Service (@NWS) (2026-01-25). Israel calls for US security firms to operate Rafah crossing. newarab.com 
Palestinian group The Hamas delegation was headed by one of its chiefs, Khalil al-Hayya, and also included other leaders in the movement, including Zaher Jabarin, Mahmoud Mardawi, and the group's representative in Turkey, Musa Akkari. | The statement said the meeting addressed st…
(2026-01-25). Briefing: Ensuring victims' rights in the future crimes against humanity convention. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), jointly with REDRESS and other organisations, voice their support for the adoption of a Convention on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity and make recommendations to ensure a victim-centred approach in the future Convention.
Paris, New York, 23 January 2026. As the first session of the Preparatory Committee for the United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes (…) | – |
(2026-01-25). EU Council President arrives in India to seal trade pact. tribune.com.pk 
European Council president Antonio Costa arrived in India on Sunday, as the EU and New Delhi seek to seal a free trade pact, capping nearly two decades of negotiations between the economic behemoths. | Costa and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen are chief guests for this year's Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi on Monday before an EU-India summit Tuesday, where they hope to shake hands on the accord, described as the "mother of all deals". | "President Costa is in New Delhi for the 16th EU-India summit taking place on Tuesday," the EU Council said on X. | President Costa is in New Delhi f…
(2026-01-25). Cost of Hate: In MP, School demolished despite Panchayat NOC. ummid.com Demolishing a school building despite having No Objection Certificate (NOC), from the village Panchayat just out of hatred is a major setback for India's progress…
(2026-01-25). How to Assess the Growth Potential of Recent IPOs? ummid.com Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) mark the transition from a privately held entity to a publicly traded one, offering investors an opportunity to buy shares in the company for the first time.
(2026-01-25). Lahore technical team probes Gul Plaza as rescue enters ninth day. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-25). "Sudan's War: Global Rivalries, Militia Power, and the Fading Path to Peace" globalresearch.ca Cairo hosted on Wednesday the fifth meeting of the Consultative Mechanism for Enhancing Coordination of Peace Efforts in Sudan, bringing together representatives of regional and international organizations and key international stakeholders. Among the participants was Ramtane Lamamra, the Personal …
(2026-01-25). Africa Cup 2025: Senegal defeats Morocco in thrilling final. ummid.com Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Senegal Sunday January 18, 2026 defeated host Morocco 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations Final 2025 (AFCON 2025), becoming the new football champion.
(2026-01-25). FBR second secretary implicated in visa scam. tribune.com.pk 
The FIA Anti-Corruption Circle, Islamabad, has exposed a visa fraud scandal involving a Second Secretary of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). | According to the FIA, Atiqur Rehman, a serving Second Secretary at the FBR, fraudulently included two private individuals in an official government delegation by falsely presenting them as FBR officials, enabling them to obtain French visas in exchange for Rs5.3 million. | The investigation revealed that the French Embassy was officially misled through government email correspondence, falsely verifying the private individuals — Muhammad Kamran and Aamir Shahzad…
(2026-01-25). Meet Vijay Ubale: AIMIM Group Leader in Mumbai Mahanagar Palika. ummid.com Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has appointed Vijay Tatoba Ubale as the Party's Group Leader (Gut Neta) in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Mumbai Municipal Corporation or BMC).
(2026-01-25). Saturday 2/28: Stockton: WWII EO 9066 Incarcerations of Americans of Japanese Ancestry Commemoration. indybay.org Buddhist Church of Stockton | 2820 Shimizu Drive | Stockton, CA, 95203…
(2026-01-25). SA to host special WEF Summit in 2027. sanews.gov.za SA to host special WEF Summit in 2027 | The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, has announced that South Africa will host a Special World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit in 2027. | Speaking at the recent World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Lamola said that as Africa's most industrialised economy and a key voice of the Global South, South Africa is uniquely positioned to convene global leaders to advance collective solutions to pressing global challenges | "South Africa's leadership in climate diplomacy, renewable energy transition, digital transformation, and regional i…
(2026-01-25). Hotels Should Deploy the 3rd Amendment and Refuse to House ICE Agents. truthout.org Hotels across the country are housing ICE agents as they carry out violent raids, detention operations, and street abductions. Of course people are pushing back. Activists have been calling for boycotts of hotel chains like Marriott and Hilton that cooperate with ICE, arguing that businesses should not be providing material support for an enforcement regime built on mass detention… |
(2026-01-25). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-25). Fond du Lac, WI, January 31, 2026: Worker Community Assembly! Stop ICE! Reports From Minneapolis! wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/1BR1a72FiK/ Saturday, January 31, 2026 — 1-4 p.m.50 E Bank St., Fond du Lac (WI) at Labor TempleLight Lunch at 12: 30 p.m. followed by program$10 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of fundsRegistration strongly encouraged: forms.gle/HBS6cnc74Tc2uhPZA See Cash App QR Code to make a donation to help with expenses for this event. People's …
(2026-01-25). A hidden code between math and nature. tribune.com.pk 
I'm not a botanist but rather an amateur naturalist, captivated by the myriad aspects of nature that surround me. Despite not being an astronomer, the Big Bang and the celestial elements it birthed are intriguing. I am not an architect but understand its fundamentals and have designed a few houses. While I am not a mathematician, I know its basics. What I didn't know is that common to these diverse fields is a symbol of mathematical elegance and aesthetic perfection called the Golden Spiral. | I became aware of it some years ago while I was staying in our cottage in the mountains. My wife likes collecting a va…
(2026-01-25). Statement From the Family of Alex J. Pretti. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-25). Power grid stability continues to support economic activity. sanews.gov.za Power grid stability continues to support economic activity | Eskom has entered 2026 with a markedly stronger and more stable power system than in the previous five years, supporting the country's return to work and continued economic activity. | "This recovery reflects the sustained impact of Eskom's Generation Recovery Plan, which continues to strengthen operations and reinforce long‚Äëterm energy security. Eskom's power system remains stable, strengthened by increasing plant availability and sustained reduction in unplanned outages," the power utility said. | Eskom said after the clearance of t…
(2026-01-25). England's Brook slams 'worst' Colombo pitch. tribune.com.pk 
England captain Harry Brook said the pitch used for Saturday's second one-day international against Sri Lanka was probably the worst he had ever played on despite their series-levelling victory in Colombo. | England used six spinners, who bowled a combined 40.3 overs – the most by the side in an ODI – on a slow, turning track at Khettarama, where Joe Root's composed 75 secured their five-wicket victory. | "The pitch is probably the worst pitch I've ever played on," Brook said after England's first win in 12 ODIs away from home. | "You had to go out there and adapt as quick as possible, and just try to get off…
(2026-01-25). Trump escalates feud with Carney after Davos dust-up. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Saturday warned Canada that if it concludes a trade deal with China, he will impose a 100 percent tariff on all goods coming over the border. | Relations between the United States and its northern neighbor have been rocky since Trump returned to the White House a year ago, with spats over trade and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney decrying a "rupture" in the US-led global order. | During a visit to Beijing last week, Carney hailed a "new strategic partnership" with China that resulted in a "preliminary but landmark trade agreement" to reduce tariffs — but Trump warned of s…
(2026-01-25). International Law in the Age of Power Politics. moderndiplomacy.eu On January 3—4, 2026, U.S. forces carried out a military strike in Caracas and captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The couple, dressed in tan prison jumpsuits and led in handcuffs, was transferred to New York to face federal drug-trafficking and narco-terrorism charges. Maduro has pleaded not guilty and called the operation a …
(2026-01-25). Trump's goons arrested writer for criticising Israel's genocide. thecanary.co 
America has long styled itself as both the 'land of the free' and the 'home of free speech'. While this was never really true, it's absolutely farcical in light of what's happening now in Trump's America: The government acknowledged it has no evidence Ozturk engaged in antisemitism or expressed support for Hamas. The files on […] | By
(2026-01-25). Ben-Gvir seeks to install associate as top police lawyer overseeing indictments. haaretz.com Ben-Gvir's nominee for Israel Police legal adviser, who is currently the legal advisor for the Israel Prison Service, advanced the minister's policy of slashing Palestinian detainees' food rations during the war to the point of starvation…
(2026-01-25). The World Economic Forum on a Course of Self-Destruction. globalresearch.ca Word has it that the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) Davos event went down as the worst ever in WEF's history.
(2026-01-25). Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports. sanews.gov.za Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports | Transnet has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Port of Antwerp-Bruges International (PoABI) and the Antwerp/Flanders Port Training Center (APEC) to modernise South Africa's port system, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen regional trade competitiveness. | The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation in port operational excellence, digitalisation, sustainability, infrastructure planning, and regional corridor development to strengthen South Africa's logistics performance. | The collaboration intr…
(2026-01-25). Songs of belief and belonging. tribune.com.pk 
In Pakistan, the Hindu minority lives largely in Sindh and southern Punjab, with smaller pockets in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. There are estimated to be over five million Hindus (including both Jati and Scheduled Caste communities), making them the largest non-Muslim minority in the country. | Jati groups such as Brahmins, Rajputs, Thakurs, Lohanas, and Maheshwaris tend to be more urban and influential, often active in business, medicine, or law. Scheduled Castes, legally designated in the mid-twentieth century, include Meghwar, Kolhi, Bheel, Oad, Bagri, Balmiki, and others. | They are the majority of…
(2026-01-25). US storm leaves 160,000 without power, forces thousands of flight cancellations. geo.tv 
(2026-01-25). Socialist Members of Argentine Parliament Support Minneapolis General Strike & Against ICE. indybay.org Socialist members of Argentina's parliament issued a statement and fought for the parliament to support the general strike in Minneapolis and also called for an end to ICE.
(2026-01-25). Tensions Flare Over Controversial Shooting in Minneapolis. devdiscourse.com The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by immigration agents in Minneapolis has sparked controversy. Senior Trump administration officials defended the shooting, claiming Pretti assaulted officers. However, videos suggest Pretti was unarmed, leading to public outrage and increased tension between local law enforcement and federal authorities.
(2026-01-25). Minnesota governor slams 'horrific' new killing by ICE agents. newarab.com 
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said Saturday that federal agents deployed in Minneapolis as part of a sweeping immigration crackdown had carried out "another horrific shooting," less than three weeks An video was circulating of a man who was shot during a street disturbance, with several gunshots heard and at least one person in the vicinity wearing a vest marked "POLICE." | The man was later identified by his parents as 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti, who worked an intensive…
(2026-01-25). Mbappe powers Real Madrid past Villarreal to top of LaLiga. tribune.com.pk 
Kylian Mbappe struck twice in the second half as Real Madrid secured a 2-0 victory at Villarreal on Saturday, climbing above Barcelona to take provisional pole position in LaLiga. | The win moved Alvaro Arbeloa's side to 51 points, two clear of second-placed Barcelona, who host bottom club Oviedo on Sunday. Villarreal are fourth, level on 41 with Atletico Madrid. | Real dominated from the outset, with Vinicius Jr causing endless problems on the left flank. | The Brazilian's pivotal moment came just after halftime when he weaved past defenders in the 47th minute and fed Mbappe inside the penalty area, leaving t…
(2026-01-25). Iran unveils mural warning of retaliation if US conducts strike. newarab.com 
A new mural unveiled in a central Tehran square on Sunday contains a direct warning by Iran to the United States to not attempt a military strike on the country. | The painted image of several damaged planes on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier bears the slogan: "If you sow the wind, you will reap the whirlwind." | The unveiling of the mural in Enghelab Square comes as the USS Abraham Lincoln
(2026-01-25). Maharashtra Class 10 (SSC) 2026 Hall Ticket released. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) released today on its official website mahahsscboard.in the Hall Ticket (Admit Card) of the students who have registered for SSC (also known as Class X and Class 10th SSC) 2026 exams.
(2026-01-25). Labour shanks Burnham and his ambition to replace Starmer. thecanary.co 
Andy Burnham's plan to replace Keir Starmer is officially over. For now, anyway. Given Starmer's rank incompetence, he clearly won't be able to keep the Manchester Mayor out of parliament forever: BREAKING: Andy Burnham *blocked* from standing in the Gorton and Denton byelection. Of nine voting members on NEC group it was 8-1 against him. […] | By
(2026-01-25). "Embrace the Penguin:" A Wave of mockery sweeps the Trump over Its ignorance. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — After releasing an AI-generated photo of former US President Donald Trump strolling with a penguin in Greenland, the White House faced intense backlash on social media. The image appeared to be a factual error and swiftly provoked mockery.Following weeks of heated rhetoric from Trump, who had previously claimed that the US should occupy Greenland for national security reasons—at one point even threatening to use force—…
(2026-01-25). Egypt marks 25 January revolution amid official denial. newarab.com 
Last Thursday, the Interior Ministry sent congratulatory messages to its personnel and the public to mark "Police Day", an annual event observed on 25 January for decades, without acknowledging its link to the revolution. The up…
(2026-01-25). Women in Sudan facing 'world's worst' sexual violence amid ongoing ethnic cleansing. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-25). Zelensky seeks more air defence as Russia plunges Kyiv into cold. newarab.com 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought more air defence support from allies on Sunday as hundreds of buildings in Kyiv were without heating in freezing temperatures for a second day after Russian strikes. | "This week alone, the Russians have launched more than 1,700 attack drones, over 1,380 guided aeri…
(2026-01-25). NCCIA arrests child exploitation suspect, busts Rs20m online fraud gang. tribune.com.pk 
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) carried out two major operations in the twin cities, arresting a suspect accused of exploiting children and dismantling a gang behind Rs20 million in online fraud, officials said on Sunday. | In the first case, the NCCIA conducted a raid at a residence in Islamabad's PWD area and arrested a suspect identified as Shoaib for allegedly circulating obscene videos of a minor. | Two mobile phones were recovered from his possession, which, according to authorities, contained additional videos involving children. | Read: X case: NCCIA tells IHC Imran 'not cooperati…
(2026-01-25). Saturday 2/14: Northern CA Time of Remembrance – EO 9066 Japanese-Americans Incarcerations WWII. indybay.org California Museum | 1020 O Street | Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-01-25). Gauteng rolls out more smart DLTCs. sanews.gov.za Gauteng rolls out more smart DLTCs | The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is accelerating the roll out of Smart Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) across the province, bringing efficient, ethical and modern licensing services directly to communities while supporting the department's road safety objectives. | Currently, operational Smart DLTCs include Atteridgeville, Denlyn, Maponya Mall, Centurion, Protea Glen and Midrand, with the Umphakathi Smart DLTC set to open soon, further expanding access to quality licensing services in townships and underserved areas. | "We are expanding Smart Licensing Cent…
(2026-01-25). Minneapolis live news: US federal agents shoot dead nurse Alex Pretti. aljazeera.com Videos show the victim holding a phone in his hand, not a handgun, as he ‚Å tried to help other protesters.
(2026-01-25). Greenland hit by power outage, strong winds in wake of US tensions easing. aljazeera.com The blackout arrives as the government has encouraged citizens to be ready for a 'disaster' lasting up to five days.
(2026-01-25). 'What the F*ck Did You Do?!' Video Contradicts DHS Claims About Killing of Alex Pretti. scheerpost.com By Julia Conley for Common Dreams WARNING: The following article contains graphic video. In the original video of the shooting of a man in Minneapolis, identified by the Minneapolis Star Tribune at 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a woman in a pink coat was seen in the background filming the incident with her phone. Drop Site News obtained footage that appeared …
(2026-01-25). French authorities detain captain of suspected Russian tanker. newarab.com 
The captain of a tanker intercepted in The ship's Indian captain was handed to judicial authorities following the diversion of the oil tanker, Grinch, and its arrival at anchorage in the Gulf of Fos-sur-Mer, French media reported, citing a statement by the Marseille prosecutor's office. | The Ici Provence radio broadcaster reported that the cre…
(2026-01-25). 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.
(2026-01-25). WHO chief says U.S. reasons for withdrawal 'untrue'. ecns.cn The World Health Organization (WHO) chief said on Saturday that the reasons given by the United States for its decision to withdraw from the WHO are "untrue."
(2026-01-25). Historic US winter storm grounds flights, knocks out power across 17 states. tribune.com.pk 
More than 4,000 flights were cancelled in the US on Saturday ahead of a monster winter storm that has already cut power to more than 160,000 electricity customers as far west as Texas, and threatened to paralyse eastern states with heavy snowfall. | Forecasters said snow, sleet and freezing rain, accompanied by dangerously frigid temperatures, would sweep the eastern two-thirds of the nation on Sunday and into next week. | Calling the storms "historic," President Donald Trump on Saturday approved federal emergency disaster declarations in South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, Maryland,…
(2026-01-25). Manitowoc, January 25, 2026: Stop ICE Terror NOW! Emergency Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-25). The Truth About COVID and the "Vax" globalresearch.ca Gradually the truth about COVID and the "Vax" has been leaking out. It's increasingly clear that this military-style operation was carried out with the connivance of Big Pharma.
(2026-01-25). PMD issues early warning as western system brings strong winds to Sindh. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an early warning as a series of easterly winds will begin affecting the country's western regions from Sunday night. | According to the PMD's forecast, a western weather system will impact the northern parts of the country tomorrow. Under its influence, districts including Sukkur, Qambar Shahdadkot, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, and Dadu may experience heavy winds accompanied by thunderstorms and rain. | Elsewhere in Sindh, the weather is expected to remain cold and dry. | In Karachi, strong winds are likely to continue over the next two days, although rainfall i…
(2026-01-25). Saturday 2/7: Passing Through. indybay.org 323 10th St. @ Folsom (SoMa), San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-01-25). Second marriage without first wife's consent may lead to criminal action: SC. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued a landmark ruling on Sunday, clarifying that men who marry a second time without the consent of their first wife or the approval of the arbitration council may face both criminal and civil proceedings. | The ruling stems from the case of Naila Javed, who petitioned for the annulment of her marriage after her husband married a second time without her written consent and without seeking approval from the talaq council. | The court, in a five-page verdict authored by Justice Musarrat Hilali, directed the husband to pay Rs1.2 million in mahr and declared earlier rulings by…
(2026-01-25). At "No Tech for ICE" Demo, Deadly Consequences of Palantir's Technology Heavily Protested. indybay.org Hundreds chanted "Hey, hey, ho, ho, Peter Thiel has got to go".
(2026-01-25). Trump admin using threat of ICE to seize state 'election infrastructure'. thecanary.co 
US attorney general Pam Bondi has issued a letter to Minnesota demanding they turn over their "voter rolls". In return, the Trump administration will remove the masked ICE goons who are terrorising the city and murdering its citizens: As insane as this sounds, it's true: Pam Bondi sent Minnesota officials a letter today saying ICE […] | By
(2026-01-25). HBL PSL XI players' auction set for Feb 11. tribune.com.pk 
The auction for the 11th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) will be held on February 11, with the base prices of the top bracket set at Rs40.2 million, Rs20.2 million, Rs10.1 million and Rs6 million, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said. | According to an official release, the board conducted a detailed workshop regarding the upcoming HBL PSL player auction at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday. The session was presided over by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and HBL PSL CEO Salman Naseer. | ‚ú® First ever HBL PSL 11 PLAYER AUCTION ‚ú® | A #NewEra Begins | …
(2026-01-25). Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirms military readiness on National Defense Day. radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, President of the National Defense Council, led the main activities for National Defense Day on Saturday, where he confirmed the cohesion and readiness of the forces of the territorial defense system. | During a tactical demonstration exercise at the Sanguily Combat Glory Tank Unit, the Head of State was accompanied by Army Corps General àÅlvaro López Miera, Minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, and other high-ranking military officers, the Presidency reported. | Díaz-Canel Bermúdez congratulated the combatants for the levels of organization and discipline they demonstrated…
(2026-01-25). IP protection for new fields to improve. ecns.cn China will improve intellectual property protection in new and emerging fields, especially those connected with artificial intelligence, and push for the formulation of international IP rules for such segments in 2026, officials from China's top IP regulator said on Friday.
(2026-01-25). China finishes runner-up in AFC U23 Asian Cup. ecns.cn China missed its chance to win the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup title after losing to defending champion Japan 4-0 in the final on Saturday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
(2026-01-25). Israeli soldier kidnaps Palestinian and asks family for ransom. newarab.com 
Israel's military said Sunday it had launched an investigation into a soldier who reportedly fabricated a kidnapping of a The Palestinian man had been detained at a holding facility when a military police guard photographed him and sent the image to his family, falsely claiming he had been kidnapped, the Times of Israel reported. | In a separate report, Israeli Army Radio said the soldier demanded the family transfer money in exchange for his release. | Confir…
(2026-01-25). UW Madison, January 27, 2026: No ICE On Campus! Money for Public Education NOT ICE! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-25). ‚ÄéMoroto Regional Hospital Experiences Surge in Epilepsy Cases. plusnews.ug 
Authorities at Moroto Regional Referral Hospital have raised concerns over a sharp increase in epilepsy cases in the Karamoja sub-region, with the causes of the condition remaining largely unclear. Health experts at the facility cite infections, hereditary factors, cerebral malaria, typhoid, high blood pressure, and excessive consumption of crude waragi as some of the major contributing …
(2026-01-25). PCB Announces Pakistan's 15-Member Squad for T20 World Cup. thinktank.pk Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday officially announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, naming Salman Ali Agha as captain for the marquee tournament. The squad combines experienced campaigners with a group of exciting newcomers, signaling a strategic shift as Pakistan aim to reclaim global dominance in the shortest format. The …
(2026-01-25). West Bank: Palestinian killed near Ramallah amid settler attacks. newarab.com 
A Palestinian man was killed early Sunday after being shot by Israeli police north of The Palestinian Ministry of Health said it had been informed by the Palestinian General Authority of Civil Affairs of the killing of Ammar Majed Hassan Hijazi, 34, from the city of Nablus. Hij…
(2026-01-25). Dr Flavian Zeija sworn in as Uganda's new Chief Justice. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the growing collaboration within Uganda's Judiciary, saying it has played a key role in ensuring stability and improving service delivery in the country. The President made the remarks on Saturday while presiding over the swearing-in ceremony of Dr Flavian Zeija as the new Chief …
(2026-01-25). 'A fraudulent scheme': New Mexico sues Texas oil companies for walking away from leaking wells. grist.org 
The state of New Mexico is accusing three Texas oil executives of orchestrating "a fraudulent scheme" to pocket revenue from hundreds of oil and gas wells in New Mexico and offload the cost of plugging and cleaning up the wells onto the state's taxpayers. The suit, filed in late December by the New Mexico attorney general's office, is the latest salvo in the state's fight against oil and gas executives accused of foisting old wells onto the public. |
(2026-01-25). Comicomment: 'Delivering warmth' by force — Arctic hegemony on display. ecns.cn Viewing Greenland through the lens of great-power competition, Washington seeks strategic control and access to key resources.
(2026-01-25). Saturday 1/24: Join AIUSA for an inter-generational Write for Rights gathering at the Drawing Room! indybay.org The Drawing Room Inc | 599 Valencia Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-25). Afghanistan on the edge: The Taliban's growing fault lines. tribune.com.pk 
The Taliban regime is not collapsing — yet. But the strain is unmistakable. What once appeared to be a unified movement is increasingly revealing deep internal divisions that the leadership can no longer hide. In truth, the Taliban were never a monolith. They were a coalition of disparate fighters, tribesmen, clerics, and madrassah students bound together by a common objective: driving US-led forces out of Afghanistan. | That objective was achieved in August 2021. What followed was not unity, but a slow, grinding struggle over control of…
(2026-01-25). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-25). Myanmar holds final election round, military-backed party set to win. aljazeera.com UN official describes monthlong polls as 'illegitimate', while ASEAN regional bloc says it will not certify the vote.
(2026-01-25). New Delhi World Book Fair 2026: A Walk Through Ideas and Cultures. ummid.com The New Delhi World Book Fair was not merely a visit; it was an encounter with ideas, cultures, and urgent questions of our time.
(2026-01-25). Israel wants private security firms to operate Rafah crossing. newarab.com 
Israel has asked the United States to deploy private American security companies at The newspaper quoted two sources familiar with the details as saying that discussions are underway between Tel Aviv and Washington regarding the nature of the force that would manage the crossing, amid differing views over the role of the European Union Border Assistance Missio…
(2026-01-25). Monday 1/26: Santa Cruz: ICE Out Now, ICE out Forever. indybay.org Corner of Ocean and Water Streets in Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-25). Does Your Strength Stay Same After Break from Working Out? ummid.com Let us understand what really happens when you stop training, take a break from working out, and how it affects your strength.
(2026-01-25). Court questions missing FIR against CCD. tribune.com.pk 
Additional District and Sessions Judge Sahibzada Naqeeb Shahzad has issued a notice to the SHO of Waris Khan Police Station for failing to comply with a court order directing registration of a kidnapping and murder case against Crime Control Department (CCD) officials. | The court observed that despite the passage of one month, no action had been taken on its order to register an FIR against three CCD inspectors, five constables and a total of 15 officials for allegedly abducting a young man from a busy market area and killing him hours later in a deserted area of Chakwal district. | The SHO has been summoned…
(2026-01-25). Sabalenka, Alcaraz march on to Australian Open quarters. tribune.com.pk 
Aryna Sabalenka extended her reign as tiebreak queen to book a fourth successive appearance in the Australian Open quarter-finals before Carlos Alcaraz reached the last eight with a Tommy Paul takedown on Sunday. | Third seed Coco Gauff also advanced to her third quarter-finals in a row with a pulsating 6-1 3-6 6-3 win over crafty Czech Karolina Muchova in a late-afternoon match at Margaret Court Arena. | A day after blistering heat caused mayhem and meltdowns at Melbourne Park, normal service resumed as a cool change brought relief for players, fans and tournament schedulers. | Twice champion and favourite Sa…
(2026-01-25). ICE Executes Beloved ICU Nurse in Minneapolis — Nation Erupts, Government Lies Exposed. scheerpost.com By Joshua Scheer Some of the responses to the brutal murder of Alex Pretti by federal agents. Pretti, a U.S. citizen and an ICU nurse at a Veterans Affairs hospital known for his care and compassion, was shot and killed Saturday morning in Minneapolis. Family members and colleagues say he was participating in protests against …
(2026-01-25). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-25). ICE, The Class War in Minneapolis & The General Strike with Professor August Nimtz. indybay.org There is growing working class action in Minneapolis and Minnesota against the occupation and attacks by ICE goons. This program looks at what is happening now and the 1934 general strike and the growing class struggle in Minnesota and nationally along with the role of the Democrats…
(2026-01-25). Danish PM visits Greenland, vows support in 'difficult time'. ecns.cn Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Friday delivered a brief statement to the media during her visit to Nuuk, capital of Greenland, stressing solidarity and a shared political future within the Danish realm.
(2026-01-25). Gaethje batters Pimblett to win interim lightweight title at UFC 324. aljazeera.com Rising MMA star Paddy Pimblett's nine-fight winning streak ends in a bloodied bout against the UFC's American icon.
(2026-01-25). Ramadan Countdown 2026 Begins. ummid.com Ramadan 2026/1447 AH: Over 2 billion Muslims comprising more than 25% of the world's total population are gearing up once again for Ramadan – the Holy Month of fasting likely to start on Februray 18, 2026 based on sighting of the New Moon.
(2026-01-25). Cristiano Ronaldo remains top goal scorer in Roshn Saudi League. ummid.com Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads Saudi FC Al-Nassr, remains top goal scorer in the Roshn Saudi League (RSL) ongoing season as per the latest data released Saturday January 24, 2026.
(2026-01-25). AISSEE 2026 Answer Key: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to publish the Answer Key and scanned images of OMR Answer Sheets of the candidates who appeared in the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 (AISSEE 2026) on its website.
(2026-01-25). Teachers reject govt's 'anti-education' policies. tribune.com.pk 
On International Education Day on Saturday, all teachers' organisations and associations representing private schools unanimously rejected the government's education policies, branding them as stopgap, anti-education measures. They disclosed that over the past two years, enrolment in government schools has witnessed a record decline. | In Punjab, the number of out-of-school and street children has reached an alarming 30 million and continues to rise rapidly. Three years ago, the number of government schools stood at around 53,000, which has now fallen sharply to approximately 38,000. No regular teachers have b…
(2026-01-25). Joshua Cheptegei to Compete in Dubai's Burj2Burj Half Marathon. plusnews.ug 
Uganda's long-distance star Joshua Cheptegei is set to compete in the Burj2Burj Half Marathon on February 8, 2026, in Dubai, as part of his preparations for future full marathon races. The Olympic and world champion is currently undergoing intensive high-altitude training in Kapchorwa, eastern Uganda, aimed at sharpening his fitness ahead of the race. This year's …
(2026-01-25). Novak Djokovic first to win 400 matches at Grand Slams. ummid.com Serbian star tennis player, Novak Djokovic, Saturday became the first player in the world to secure 400 wins at Grand Slams.
(2026-01-25). Chabahar Retreat is Political Cowardice. ummid.com Chabahar retreat was a political cowardicea and, a nation that retreats without protest will eventually discover that there is nothing left to retreat from.
(2026-01-25). Xi greets To Lam on election as Vietnam party leader. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, extended congratulations on Friday to To Lam on his election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee.
(2026-01-25). Sudan's women break 'traditional rules' to survive. aljazeera.com Women forced into hard labour to survive as over eight million children face one of world's longest school closures.
(2026-01-25). Meet AIMIM's Sahar Shaikh who demolished Jitendra Awhad's Mumbra Fortress. ummid.com Sahar Shaikh, the youngest Corporator of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), has set media landscape on fire ever since the results of Mumbra-Thane Municipal Corporation Election 2026 were announced.
(2026-01-25). Snow down… moving too fast! independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-25). Alex Honnold climbs Taipei 101 without ropes in jaw-dropping Netflix stunt. tribune.com.pk 
US climber Alex Honnold scaled the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes or safety netting on Sunday, watched by thousands of cheering and waving fans as he clambered up one of the world's tallest buildings. | "Sick," Honnold said as he got to the top spire of Taiwan's tallest building after his 91-minute "free solo" ascent, which was organised and broadcast live by Netflix. | Photo: AFP | "What a beautiful way to see Taipei," he told reporters after his mission, which was postponed by a day due to wet weather. | The 508-metre (1,667-foot) Taipei 101, which dominates the city's skyline and is a major tourist att…
(2026-01-25). China intensifies crackdown on misuse of personal data. ecns.cn An official from the SPP's public interest litigation department said "justiciability" remains the core principle in handling personal information protection cases, ensuring targeted and standardized law enforcement.
(2026-01-25). Novel pay systems to aid medical access. ecns.cn China has pledged to improve the convenience and efficiency of healthcare insurance payments over the next three years, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Thursday.
(2026-01-25). Australia's Lack Of Speech Protections Means We Should Be MORE Hostile To Speech Regulation. caitlinjohnstone.com.au A normal, healthy person would look at Australia's lack of free speech protections and say "Hmm, Australian leaders should be extremely resistant to new laws and policies which restrict speech then, because it would be very easy for those restrictions to become abusive." | Australian leaders look at our lack of free speech protections and say "See? This means we get to take away your right to protest genocide!" | Nowhere is this more clearly exemplified than the repeated statements from New South Wal…
(2026-01-25). World oil and natural gas consumption vs discoveries: Diverging trends mean trouble. resourceinsights.blogspot.com Herbert Stein was an American economist who served in both the Nixon and | Ford administrations. He is probably most famous for formulating Stein's | Law, namely, "If something cannot go on forever, it will stop." This is, | of course, an obvious statement. But I think it cannot be stated too often | in a global society that believes in infinite economic growth. | I propose to take a subset of that growth to demonstrate Stein's point. | The subset is world oil and natural gas consumption versus discoveries. It | turns out that Rystad Energy, a major consulting firm at the heart of the | global oil and gas indust…
(2026-01-25). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-25). Video from new angle: ICE agents fatally shoot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A shocking video was released today from Minneapolis showing ICE agents shooting a man in the street. The person was identified as Alex Pretti, BBC reported.Federal immigration officers have shot and killed Alex Pretti, 37, in Minneapolis amid continued protests following the death of Renee Good, who was also shot dead by an immigration agent in the same city.Renee Good was killed around three weeks ago inside her car after federal officials said she was using her car as a weapon, despite refutations of the claim by authorities in Minnesota.üö®üá∫&u…
(2026-01-25). Hundreds of artists demand legal review of 2025 culture award cuts. haaretz.com The suspension includes 5 million shekels ($1.6 million) in cash grants which for some artists represent the only available channel for public funding. 'Harming Israeli culture is harming Israeli society and the spirit of the people,'…
(2026-01-25). China's Olympic champions Sui, Han top pairs short program at Four Continents Championships in Beijing. ecns.cn China's 2022 Winter Olympics gold medalists Sui Wenjing and Han Cong finished first in the pairs short program at the ISU Figure Skating Four Continents Championships on home ice in Beijing on Thursday.
(2026-01-25). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-25). Cancer Is Affecting More Younger People, and Big Pharma's Treatments Are Making It Worse. globalresearch.ca In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong discusses rising cancer rates while emphasizing shifts toward younger patients | Soon-Shiong explains COVID-19's spike protein attaches to ACE2 receptors throughout the body, causing persistent inflammation that may contribute to various health …
(2026-01-25). Syria: Civilian Protection Lacking in Northeast Escalation. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Syrian security forces take control of al-Hol camp in the desert region of al-Hasakah Province, Syria, on January 21, 2026, following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces the previous day. | © 2026 Rami Alsayed/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2026-01-25). Bay Area Stands with the People of Minnesota. indybay.org In solidarity with the people of Minnesota, Bay Area residents took to the streets of San Francisco on January 23 to protest ICE terror. The protest march started at the Target store located at 4th and Mission.
(2026-01-25). Thursday 1/29: Webinar: Resistance Report from Minnesota. indybay.org Zoom Webinar – Advance Registration Required | Register here: bit.ly/MN0129…
(2026-01-25). British trio accused of 'attack' on Shahzad Akbar, Adil Raja. tribune.com.pk 
Three men appeared in a London court on Saturday accused of being part of a conspiracy to target two opponents of the Pakistani government living in Britain and attack them on Christmas Eve last year. | The men, all British, were part of a "sophisticated and planned agreement" to go to the houses of the men, Shahzad Akbar and Adil Raja, at almost exactly the same time on December 24 and assault them, prosecutor Warren Stanier told Westminster Magistrates' Court. | Prosecutors say Akbar, a former adviser to jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan, was struck many times in the face after opening the door to his hous…
(2026-01-25). Hong Kong must tackle the challenges of a super-aged society head on. scmp.com Mainland China's and Hong Kong's birth rates fell to record lows last year, despite extensive government incentives to encourage larger families. In Hong Kong, registered births fell 14 per cent to a historic low of 31,714 in 2025. | Notably, the increase in births in 2024 may have been due to the auspicious Year of the Dragon. It is believed that babies born in the dragon year will grow up to be smart and successful. This is likely to have affected the timing of births as seen in Hong Kong during…
(2026-01-25). China not about to approve Tesla self-driving tech soon, source. ecns.cn Recent foreign media reports touting imminent approval for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China are inaccurate, a Chinese government source has said.
(2026-01-25). Artificial Intelligence, Crime and Prisons: U.K Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood Revisits the Panopticon. globalresearch.ca When does the rot start in a politician? For some, it commences the moment election to office is confirmed. Others need to become cabinet ministers before being wholly blighted. UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood may provide a classic case study. …
(2026-01-25). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-25). Pakistani actor Umer Aalam ties the knot with Fiza Masroor. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani actor Umer Aalam has embarked on a new chapter in his life by marrying Fiza Masroor, the couple announced. | The simple and elegant wedding ceremony took place on January 24, attended by close relatives and friends. After the ceremony, photos and videos of the couple surfaced on social media and quickly circulated on social media. | Fans and fellow showbiz personalities have sent congratulations and best wishes to the newlyweds. | Umer Aalam wore a traditional light powder blue outfit complemented by a designer coat, while the bride, Fiza Masroor, chose a dusty rose bridal ensemble adorned with intri…
(2026-01-25). Bournemouth snap Liverpool's unbeaten run. tribune.com.pk 
Bournemouth ended Liverpool's 13-game unbeaten run as Amine Adli's 95th minute strike secured a thrilling 3-2 win for the Cherries on Saturday. | Goals from Evanilson and Alex Jimenez put the home side in a commanding position but Liverpool hit back through Virgil van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszlai to level. | However, Bournemouth won for just the second time in 15 matches after Adli fired in with virtually the last kick of the game. | Defeat will intensify the scrutiny on Liverpool boss Arne Slot with the Reds likely to fall outside of the Premier League's top four after Sunday's fixtures. | Slot, who guided Liv…
(2026-01-25). Acer unpacks MediaTek Kompanio 540 powered Chromebooks for Students. ummid.com Acer has unveiled the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 and Acer Chromebook 311, its first two education Chromebooks powered by the newly available MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor.
(2026-01-25). Indian-origin man, 28, killed in Canada's Burnaby, gangwar link suspected. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Police in Burnaby, Canada, have said the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old Indian-origin man on Thursday may be linked to an ongoing gang conflict. The victim has been identified as Dilraj Singh Gill, a Vancouver resident who was reportedly known to law enforcement. | According to Burnaby RCMP, officers responded to reports of gunfire near the 3700 block of Canada Way shortly before 5: 30 p.m. on January 22, 2026. Upon arrival, they found an injured man who later died despite emergency medical efforts. | Soon after the shooting, police discovered a burning vehicle in the 5000 block of Buxton Street.
(2026-01-25). Outrage at Latest DHS Killing Erupts Across Minnesota and the US. truthout.org As hundreds of Minneapolis residents assembled in Whittier Park Saturday evening to demand once again that federal immigration agents leave Minnesota following the second fatal shooting of a legal observer in less than three weeks, one speaker demanded that the gathering must not simply be "another damn vigil." "This is a turning point," said Edwin Torres DeSantiago of the Immigrant Defense… |
(2026-01-25). Tottenham's Frank faces more fan anger. tribune.com.pk 
Embattled Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank endured abuse from his own fans for the second week running after his struggling side scrambled a late 2-2 draw at Burnley on Saturday. | The London club were heading for a third successive Premier League defeat when Cristian Romero's 89th-minute header at least spared them from ignominy against 19th-placed Burnley. | It did not spare Frank though as visiting fans again turned on the Dane as they did at home against West Ham United last weekend, chanting 'sacked in the morning' as he made his way off the Turf Moor pitch. | Tottenham's 2-0 win over Borussia Dortm…
(2026-01-25). Search continues for 80 missing as Indonesia landslide kills 10. tribune.com.pk 
Indonesian authorities resumed search-and-rescue efforts for 80 people missing after a landslide killed 10 in a residential area of West Java province. | The landslide early on Saturday was triggered by heavy rains starting the day before, which the weather agency warned could continue for a week in the province and several other regions. | Resident Dedi Kurniawan, 36, said it was the first big landslide he had witnessed in Pasir Langu village in a hilly area of the province about 100 km (60 miles) southeast of Indonesia's capital, Jakarta. | "Sometimes we have only small floods from the nearest river, but thi…
(2026-01-25). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-01-25). Family ancestry slips through time. tribune.com.pk 
In a quiet room of a house in an old neighbourhood in Lahore, Muhammad Ashfaq shows his children a black-and-white photograph that he nimbly holds in his hand. The three elderly men visible in the picture are his ancestors, but he knows about only one of them, his grandfather. When his children ask who the other two elders are, Ashfaq has no answer. All he knows is that his family migrated from India to Pakistan in 1947, and chose to settle in Lahore. | Although people in his family associate with the Rajput clan, many have chosen different surnames. Ashfaq's story is shared by millions of families across Paki…
(2026-01-25). ICE Agents Kill a Second Person in South Minneapolis. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-01-25). Rise of AIMIM: Broader Political Context. ummid.com AIMIM's rise in Maharashtra's municipal politics is both a symptom and a signal, it reflects minority assertion, at the same time also exposes the systemic failure of mainstream opposition politics, particularly Congress.
(2026-01-25). TikTok inks joint venture deal for U.S. operations. ecns.cn In a bid to avert a potential U.S. ban over so-called security concerns, popular social media platform TikTok announced on Friday that it had closed a deal to establish a majority United States-owned joint venture to run its U.S. operations.
(2026-01-25). Protest at Veterans Administration Medical Center. indybay.org Veterans for Peace Chapter 69 holds regular demos in San Francisco. This was their first at the large VA Medical Center in nearby Menlo Park. There will be more soon, especially in light of this morning's news about a VA nurse murdered by ICE.
(2026-01-25). Will Trump Be Pressured to Apologize After NATO Backlash? thinktank.pk Donald Trump's remarks questioning the frontline role of non-US NATO troops in Afghanistan have triggered a wave of diplomatic backlash, reopening painful memories for allied nations that lost soldiers in the 20-year war. What began as a controversial comment in a US television interview has now escalated into a broader debate about respect, alliance solidarity, …
(2026-01-25). Masked assailants torch Palestinian cars in West Bank, spraying graffiti of Star of David and. haaretz.com The attack occurred amid rising tensions over the newly established Tarfon Israeli settler outpost in Area B of the West Bank, territory where Palestinians hold civil authority and Israel has pledged not to build settlements…
(2026-01-25). 5 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast at wedding ceremony in NW Pakistan. ecns.cn At least five people were killed and 10 others injured in a suicide blast at a wedding ceremony in Dera Ismail Khan district of Pakistan's northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday, police said.
(2026-01-25). Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc Across US. devdiscourse.com A massive winter storm paralyzed much of the United States over the weekend, spreading from New Mexico to New England. The freezing rain, sleet, and snow led to fallen trees and downed power lines, leaving about a million homes and businesses, especially in the Southeast, without electricity.
(2026-01-25). Wildlife Smugglers Nabbed With Leopard Skin in Srinagar. devdiscourse.com In a significant crackdown on wildlife crime, police in Srinagar arrested four suspects found with a leopard skin. The arrest followed a tip-off, leading to a hotel raid by the Pauri senior superintendent of police and his team.
(2026-01-25). Republicans warn legal gun owners they will be shot dead. thecanary.co 
Contrary to the past few decades of party activism, a prominent Republican has warned Americans that authorities may shoot them dead if they choose to legally carry firearms: If you approach law enforcement with a gun, there is a high likelihood they will be legally justified in shooting you. Don't do it! t.co/DNpyew6PMh — F.A. […] | By
(2026-01-25). ICE Out of Bay! SF Rally with Minneapolis & US Struggle Against ICE Occupation, Murders. indybay.org Hundreds of unionists and community members rallied in in solidarity with the Minneapolis strike against ICE and against the murderous attacks by the ICE getstapo agents around the country.
(2026-01-25). Minneapolis Health Care Workers Are Organizing to Defend Their Patients From ICE. truthout.org Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have created a crisis in Minneapolis hospitals since escalating anti-immigrant operations in the Minnesota city in early December. Health care workers who spoke to Truthout report that the number of agents in hospitals has risen sharply since the beginning of the year, with ailing or injured detainees regularly brought into emergency… |
(2026-01-25). Fresh protests after man shot dead in Minneapolis operation. geo.tv 
(2026-01-25). We Can Fight This: Minnesota's General Strike Shows How. theintercept.com 
Demonstrators participate in a rally and march during an "ICE Out" general strike and day of protest on Jan. 23, 2026, in Minneapolis. Photo: Stephen Maturen/Getty Images | There is a possible future in which the events that unfolded in Minnesota on January 23, 2026, are forgotten. The fact of the largest general strike in the state in nearly a century may be only remembered, if at all, as a big day of protests and walkouts, and no more than that. | In that future, the possibility of mass, coordinated, and powerful action is wiped from the public imaginary — because, within 24 hours, federal agents…
(2026-01-25). US immigration detains two-year-old in Minneapolis, sparks massive outrage. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 2-year-old child was taken into custody by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Thursday in Minneapolis while she was with her father, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). | Despite a court order demanding the toddler's immediate release, the father and child were flown to Texas, CNN reported. The family's attorney, Kira Kelley, later confirmed that the child had been released and was recovering from the traumatic experience. | Elvis Joel Tipan-Echeverria and his daughter, Chloe Renata Tipan Villacis, were detained in South Minneapolis while returning home from a gr…
(2026-01-25). Science is guesswork: Nobel Prize in Physics winner. ummid.com Sparking a new debate, Nobel Laureate Roy Glauber has asserted that Science is guesswork, not a perfect logic and advised children to continue 'guessing'.
(2026-01-25). Trump reveals why he wants to invade Greenland. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump has just revealed why he wants to invade and take control of Greenland despite opposition.
(2026-01-25). LCV ELECTIONS: NRM sweeps Bugisu sub-region. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has entrenched its political dominance in the Bugisu sub-region after sweeping all District Chairperson (LCV) seats, consolidating its grip across Mbale, Manafwa, Bududa, Bulambuli, Sironko, and Namisindwa districts. In Mbale District, former LCV Vice Chairperson Tony Wamagale delivered a resounding defeat to his former …
(2026-01-25). Delhi Nursery Admission 2026 First List Today: How and Where to Check. ummid.com The First Merit List (Selection List) for the Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27 – Pre-school (Nursery), Pre-Primary (KG), and Class 1, for Open Seats will be published by the private and unaided schools operating in the National Capital today i.e. Friday January 23, 2026, according to the Delhi School Admission Schedule released earlier.
(2026-01-25). Iraq majority bloc backs Nouri al-Maliki as next PM. newarab.com 
Iraq's main Shia alliance, which holds a parliamentary majority, endorsed on Saturday The nomination effectively guarantees Maliki, 75,…
(2026-01-25). Protest at Santa Clara Hilton Hotel Calls Out Enabling of ICE. indybay.org On January 23, a protest was held at the Santa Clara Hilton Hotel to call out the company's enabling of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The action was one of many organized across the country in solidarity with the general strike called for January 23 in Minneapolis in response to ICE's fascist takeover of the city, and the killing of Renee Nicole Good on January 7.
(2026-01-25). Interpreting Trump's Harsh Criticism of the UK's Chagos Islands Compromise. globalresearch.ca He might have meant to precondition the British public to expect the US to apply pressure upon the UK to nullify its arrangement with Mauritius on national security pretexts just like it's presently pressuring Denmark to cede Greenland for related …
(2026-01-25). Sunday 2/1: The Voice of Hind Rajab Film Screening and Q&A with Actor Clara Khoury. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95124…
(2026-01-25). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-25). Russian passenger flight makes emergency landing in Lanzhou. ecns.cn A Russian passenger aircraft carrying 246 people made a successful emergency landing at Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport in Gansu province on Friday after issuing a distress signal while flying over Chinese airspace, airport authorities said.
(2026-01-25). US CENTCOM chief meets Israeli army head amid Iran tensions. newarab.com 
According to the Israeli daily Israel Hayom, Cooper and Zamir held a bilateral meeting lasting several hours, during which they discussed security and strategic issues. | The meeting was followed by a broader session attended by senior officials from both the US and Israe…
(2026-01-25). UN Committee alarmed over discrimination of Muslims in Assam. ummid.com The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD) has expressed concerns over discrimination of Bengali speaking Muslims in Assam.
(2026-01-25). Sindh extends winter school timings till Feb 4. tribune.com.pk 
In view of the prevailing cold weather, the Sindh School Education Department has extended the decision to start schools at 9am until February 4. | According to notification issued by Secretary School Education Sindh Zahid Ali Abbasi, stated that all public and private schools across the province would continue to open at 9am until February 4. Earlier, under a notification issued on January 10, the revised school timings were applicable until January 26; however, the decision has now been further extended. | Meanwhile, All Sindh Private Schools and Colleges Association Chairman Haider Ali welcomed the move, de…
(2026-01-25). Government welcomes Chery SA investment. sanews.gov.za Government welcomes Chery SA investment | The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has welcomed the announcement of an investment by Chery South Africa in the automotive sector. | This investment comes at the back of an agreement signed between Chery SA and Nissan South Africa to acquire the assets in Nissan's Pretoria facility. | It also coincides with ongoing engagements by the dtic with the industry to revamp the automotive policy and support measures | "The South African automotive sector remains a key anchor industry for manufacturing and job creation. This acquisition by Chery SA is subj…
(2026-01-25). Punjab recovers 44 rare bar-headed geese in operation. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab's Forest and Wildlife Department recovered 44 bar-headed geese in an operation against mafia allgedly involved in the illegal smuggling of rare birds on Sunday. | Acting on a tip-off, officials recovered 44 bar-headed geese, a migratory species that travels to Pakistan from Siberia during winter. The birds were seized during a raid conducted by the Forest and Wildlife Department's staff. | On the instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the rescued birds will be released into the wild on Wednesday. The department said the geese will be freed at Kala Chitta National Park. | According to a post…
(2026-01-25). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 18- Jan. 24). ecns.cn China's economy grew 5.0% in 2025, meeting the government's annual growth target, official data showed on Monday. | Gross domestic product reached 140.19 trillion yuan ($20.12 trillion) last year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
(2026-01-25). Israel lobby piles on Iqbal for saying Israel killed Bibases. But he's right. thecanary.co 
The Israel lobby is engaged in an orchestrated pile-on against independent MP Iqbal Mohamed, following an article in the far-right Telegraph. The right-wing rag has announced a parliamentary investigation into Mohamed for his supposedly incorrect claim that Israel killed the Bibas family. The Bibases were taken captive by Palestinian militia on 7 October 2023. With […] | By
(2026-01-25). How Minnesotans became Palestinians: Top 5 Ways they are Occupied. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The people of Palestine are occupied by the Israelis. In my experience most Americans do not even know this basic fact. Ignorance of it makes it impossible to understand what is even going on in the Mideast, and I fear until recently most Americans did not. | I went to see the Oscar-nominated film
(2026-01-25). Paul Robeson passed away 50 years ago today. indybay.org Image of Paul Robeson:…
(2026-01-25). Historic Winter Storm Grips the U.S.: Power Outages and Canceled Flights. devdiscourse.com A historic winter storm swept through the U.S., impacting eastern and southern states with heavy snow, ice, and freezing temperatures, leaving over a million people without power and canceling thousands of flights. As weather conditions deteriorated on Sunday, the number of power outages continued to swell significantly.
(2026-01-25). Hegemony Is Not a Business: The Diplomatic Cost of American Power. moderndiplomacy.eu Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, 2026, Donald Trump announced he was seeking "immediate negotiations" to acquire Greenland from Denmark, arguing that "it's the United States alone that can protect this giant mass of land, this giant piece of ice." After threatening seven NATO allies with tariffs to compel agreement, …
(2026-01-25). Jovic dumps out Putintseva in 53 min. tribune.com.pk 
American 18-year-old Iva Jovic dished out a dominant 6-0 6-1 win over Yulia Putintseva in just 53 minutes at the Australian Open on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals of a Grand Slam for the first time. | Fans at John Cain Arena had barely settled in as 29th seed Jovic swept aside Putintseva in a display of precision and relentless pressure. | "Obviously, the scoreline is favourable but it doesn't matter how you get it done," Jovic said on court. | "I just wanted to get it done and I felt like if I let her come back a little bit, it would become a dogfight. So I just tried to keep it as far away as possible an…
(2026-01-25). Announcing A Live Event in New York: Net Zero and Freedom. wattsupwiththat.com This promises to be an entertaining evening. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served. I hope there will be a good turnout of MC readers. Since space is limited, don't forget to RSVP.
(2026-01-25). Demolition of Temples: Aurangzeb vs Modi. ummid.com If Mughal actions are interpreted as political acts to assert imperial authority, can Modi's actions also be seen as an attempt to assert personal authority and project himself as the public face of crony capitalism?
(2026-01-25). Cuba realizó ejercicios como parte del Día Nacional de la Defensa. radiohc.cu 
El presidente cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel, presenció este sábado en La Habana ejercicios militares como parte del Día Nacional de la Defensa, y evaluó la cohesión entre diferentes tipos de componentes del sistema defensivo territorial. ´La mejor manera de evitar una agresión es que el imperialismo tenga que calcular cuál sería el precio de agredir a nuestro país. Y eso tiene que ver mucho con la preparación que tengamos para este tipo de acciones militares ª, acotó en el inicio de la jornada. | El primer mandatario estuvo presente en la Gran Unidad de Tanques de la Gloria Combativa ´Rescate de Sang…
(2026-01-25). Cocodrilos de Matanzas a un paso de la semifinal en play off de 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Cocodrilos de Matanzas firmó hoy la tercera victoria sucesiva contra Gallos de Sancti Spíritus (7àó3), es el único elenco invicto y se ubicó a un paso de las semifinales del play off, en la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. De visita en el Estadio José Antonio Huelga, la tropa del mentor Armando Ferrer decidió el juego con un racimo de cuatro carreras, para romper el abrazo (3àó3) en el octavo episodio.
(2026-01-25). Cuba realizó ejercicios como parte del Día Nacional de la Defensa. radiohc.cu El presidente cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel, presenció este sábado en La Habana ejercicios militares como parte del Día Nacional de la Defensa, y evaluó la cohesión entre diferentes tipos de componentes del sistema defensivo territorial. ´La mejor manera de evitar una agresión es que el imperialismo tenga que calcular cuál sería el precio de agredir a nuestro país. Y eso tiene que ver mucho con la preparación que tengamos para este tipo de acciones militares ª, acotó en el inicio de la jornada. | El primer mandatario estuvo presente en la Gran Unidad de Tanques de la Gloria Combativa ´Rescate de Sang…
(2026-01-25). Nueva muerte a manos del ICE sacude a Minesota. cubadebate.cu Mineápolis ha vuelto a verse sacudida este mes por otra muerte ocurrida durante un operativo de agentes del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de EE.UU. (ICE). El hecho tuvo lugar en medio de protestas generalizadas contra el accionar de la agencia, desplegada en el estado de Minesota por órdenes de Donald Trump.
(2026-01-25). Realizarán en La Habana décima edición del Festival de la Salsa. cubadebate.cu La X edición del Festival de la Salsa se celebrará del 26 de febrero al 1 de marzo, y tendrá como sede principal al Club 500 de La Habana. El evento, considerado uno de los más importantes en el calendario cultural de Cuba, rendirá homenaje a sus 10 años de creado y a los 70 años de la orquesta Elito Revé y su Charangón, referente emblemático de la música cubana.
(2026-01-25). Left-Wing Candidate Iván Cepeda Leads Polls Ahead of Presidential Elections in Colombia. orinocotribune.com Left-wing Senator Iván Cepeda, who is close to Colombian President Gustavo Petro, remains in the lead in voting intention for the presidential elections on May 31, according to a poll released this weekend. | Cepeda, candidate of the Historic Pact, Petro's coalition, has 30% of the electorate's preferences, followed by lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella, of the far-right movement Defenders of the Homeland, with 22%, according to the survey by the Spanish firm GAD3 published by the Noticias RCN television channel. | Dos puntos a destacar:
| 1Ô∏è‚É£ Esta encuesta muestra un n…
(2026-01-25). Realizarán en La Habana décima edición del Festival de la Salsa. cubadebate.cu La X edición del Festival de la Salsa se celebrará del 26 de febrero al 1 de marzo, y tendrá como sede principal al Club 500 de La Habana. El evento, considerado uno de los más importantes en el calendario cultural de Cuba, rendirá homenaje a sus 10 años de creado y a los 70 años de la orquesta Elito Revé y su Charangón, referente emblemático de la música cubana.
(2026-01-25). Left-Wing Candidate Iván Cepeda Leads Polls Ahead of Presidential Elections in Colombia. orinocotribune.com Left-wing Senator Iván Cepeda, who is close to Colombian President Gustavo Petro, remains in the lead in voting intention for the presidential elections on May 31, according to a poll released this weekend. | Cepeda, candidate of the Historic Pact, Petro's coalition, has 30% of the electorate's preferences, followed by lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella, of the far-right movement Defenders of the Homeland, with 22%, according to the survey by the Spanish firm GAD3 published by the Noticias RCN television channel. | Dos puntos a destacar:
| 1Ô∏è‚É£ Esta encuesta muestra un n…
(2026-01-25). Saturday 1/24: Justice for Ronald Tinsley – Protest & Vigil. indybay.org Corner of Palm Ave and Del Monte Blvd, Marina…
(2026-01-25). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-25). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-25). Trump se resistió, pero la guerra es inevitable: øatacará Irán primero? strategic-culture.su En Geopolítica | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Tel Aviv y Washington están afilando sus cuchillos, pero la doctrina militar favorece al que da e…
(2026-01-25). Trump se resistió, pero la guerra es inevitable: øatacará Irán primero? strategic-culture.su En Geopolítica | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Tel Aviv y Washington están afilando sus cuchillos, pero la doctrina militar favorece al que da e…
(2026-01-25). Perché la politica aggressiva dell'Ue contro la Russia potrebbe portare alla disgregazione europea. strategic-culture.su Se s'imbarca in una guerra contro la Russia, in caso d'insuccesso l'Ue rischia la dissoluzione. Anche l'integrità degli stati membri potrebbe essere messa in discussione | Renze Rosso | Segue nostro Femmina penso, se penso la pace è uno dei versi più intensi di una poesia pubblicata da Edoardo Sanguineti nel 1992, La ballata delle donne. Esprime una storica verità — da Lisistrata a Jane Adams — oggi confutata dalle tre donne…
(2026-01-25). Perché la politica aggressiva dell'Ue contro la Russia potrebbe portare alla disgregazione europea. strategic-culture.su Se s'imbarca in una guerra contro la Russia, in caso d'insuccesso l'Ue rischia la dissoluzione. Anche l'integrità degli stati membri potrebbe essere messa in discussione | Renze Rosso | Segue nostro Femmina penso, se penso la pace è uno dei versi più intensi di una poesia pubblicata da Edoardo Sanguineti nel 1992, La ballata delle donne. Esprime una storica verità — da Lisistrata a Jane Adams — oggi confutata dalle tre donne…
(2026-01-25). Afghan students face hurdles in degree verification amid repatriation. tribune.com.pk 
Afghan students returning home are facing serious challenges in getting their educational degrees verified by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). | The students say that before the government's decision on the repatriation of Afghan refugees, they were admitted to Pakistani universities using Proof of Registration (PoR) and Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) documents. However, these same documents are now being rejected for degree verification. | According to the affected students, when they approach HEC for verification, they are told that degrees based on PoR and ACC cards are no longer being attested. Verificati…