(2026-02-06). Israeli civilians on frontline? Netanyahu prepares for possible Iran war. hindustantimes.com As U.S.—Iran nuclear talks resume, Israel secretly deploys air‚Äëdefence launchers inside residential areas after its systems struggled against Iranian missiles in the 2025 war. Tehran now warns any U.S. strike will trigger direct attacks on Israel, even as new Oman talks begin under a growing U.S. military buildup.
(2026-02-06). The Iran paradox: Trump must choose between a deal with Tehran and strategic interests. haaretz.com With talks looming in Oman, Washington signals it prefers a narrow nuclear deal over confrontation or regime change. Iran exploits the gaps, Israel fears weak enforcement, and crushed protests leave Trump risking a pact that may stabilize Tehran while alienating allies…
(2026-02-06). Oman Talks: A Last Diplomatic Off-Ramp for Iran and the U.S.? moderndiplomacy.eu Iran and the United States are heading into high-stakes negotiations in Oman on Friday with expectations low and risks high. The talks, focused formally on Tehran's nuclear programme, come amid mounting fears that a failure to bridge deep disagreements could tip the Middle East toward a wider regional war. Both sides say they want diplomacy, …
(2026-02-06). Lavrov distances Russia from US—Iran talks as Trump piles on new demands. hindustantimes.com As fears of a wider Middle East war grow, Sergey Lavrov insists Moscow is not mediating between Washington and Tehran, though Russia may help implement any future deal. With U.S.—Iran talks set for Oman on February 6, sources say Trump demands zero enrichment, missile limits and an end to proxy support.
(2026-02-06). Iran Stands Firm on Rights, Enters Talks with US 'With Open Eyes': FM Araghchi. english.almanar.com.lb Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran has entered negotiations with the United States "with open eyes," stressing that the Islamic Republic will not retreat from its rights. Araghchi made the remarks in a post on X on Friday from Oman, where he was set to hold talks with US negotiators aimed at achieving a just …
(2026-02-06). Israel panics as Iran defies US talks, refuses to limit missiles, Houthi & Hamas. hindustantimes.com Mediators from Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt have put forward a new diplomatic framework to both Iran and the United States, according to Al Jazeera. The proposal includes key principles set to guide U.S.-Iran talks in Oman on February 6, where U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are expected to attend. The developments were reported on February 4, 2026, citing sources familiar with the matter. Watch for details.
(2026-02-06). Iran must be held accountable for mass killings of protesters and restoration of Internet services. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with undersigned organisations, expresses grave concern over the Iranian authorities' nationwide repression of peaceful protests and their systematic use of lethal and excessive force against civilians. As Iran faces a deepening economic crisis, thousands of protesters have reportedly been killed, arbitrarily detained, or subjected to torture, while authorities have imposed an internet shutdown to conceal serious human rights (…) | – |
(2026-02-06). Israel 'exploring opportunities' to benefit economically from rebuilding Gaza. radiohc.cu Israeli officials are exploring ways in which Israel can benefit economically from the reconstruction of Gaza, according to a report in Haaretz. | Senior finance ministry officials discussed the opportunities with senior Israeli army officers, Haaretz reported on Wednesday, including the construction of a highway in Israel connecting to Gaza. | It was suggested that countries seeking access to Gaza via Israel would pay for Israeli highway construction. | That would include a highway along the southern Route 232, which would provide better access for Palestinians travelling between Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
(2026-02-06). Solidarity Statement And February 6: Online Rally 'No Work For War'. popularresistance.org Dockworkers in 20+ Mediterranean ports are organizing a historic international strike on February 6, 2026 to Shut Down the War Machine. | Both the genocide in Gaza and the hybrid war on Venezuela, Iran and Cuba show the desperate and dying U.S. empire lashing out with imperialist aggression on all fronts. We must fight back against the imperialist wars against sovereign countries and the fascist war immigrants, workers, and oppressed communities inside US borders, and link these fights internationally. | Join us at the online rally THIS FRIDAY to hear from speakers from across the global labor movement who are us…
(2026-02-06). French author Emmanuel Carrère cancels talk in Tel Aviv after criticism over meeting with Israelis. haaretz.com Carrère said that the planned meeting 'caused controversy in which I cannot take part and for circumstances beyond my control.' Sources said colleagues questioned the legitimacy of meeting with Israelis as he's reporting on the West Bank and Gaza Strip…
(2026-02-06). French author Emmanuel Carrère cancels talk in Tel Aviv after criticism over meeting with Israelis. haaretz.com Carrère said that the planned meeting 'caused controversy in which I cannot take part and for circumstances beyond my control.' Sources said colleagues questioned the legitimacy of meeting with Israelis as he's reporting on the West Bank and Gaza Strip…
(2026-02-06). On the Menu: How the Middle Powers Sacrificed Gaza to Save Themselves. counterpunch.org 
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney sounded more like a populist leader than a former central banker during his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 20. Bemoaning the "fading" of the rules-based order, Carney delivered a surprisingly blunt speech. "The old order is not coming back," he declared. "We are in the
(2026-02-06). Hind Rajab Foundation Files Complaint In US Court Against Israeli. popularresistance.org Belgium-based NGO, Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF), filed a legal complaint in a US court on 4 February, demanding a criminal investigation into Israeli dual-national Adi Karni, a former sergeant in the 603rd Combat Engineering Battalion of the Israeli army, over war crimes and genocidal acts committed in Gaza. | The filing was submitted while Karni was physically present in the US, where he is scheduled to speak publicly at Boston University. HRF said his presence "directly engages US jurisdiction" and triggers a legal obligation to investigate under federal law.
(2026-02-06). Shin Bet urged crackdown on smuggling into Gaza as agency brother indicted. haaretz.com A bill endorsed by the agency says that 'smuggling through the border fence, of any kind, unseals the border in practice, to a certain extent,' adding that 'this also serves the terrorist groups, and in doing so represents a threat to national security…
(2026-02-06). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-06). Kemi Badenoch accused of contempt of court over Filton 24 ruling. thecanary.co 
A jury decided on 4 February to acquit anti-genocide protesters. But because establishment mouthpieces like Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch have a problem with people protesting against Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza, they have chimed in. And many believe they're in contempt of court as a result. The decision was a "huge victory" for people […] | By
(2026-02-06). Friday 2/6: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp26…
(2026-02-06). UAE plans compound for Palestinians in Israeli-held south Gaza. newarab.com 
The planning map shows where the "UAE Temporary Emirates Housing Complex" would be constructed near
(2026-02-06). Israel's war on Gaza's healthcare continues in full force under 'ceasefire'. aljazeera.com Israel continues to target Gaza's heroic medics, while tens of thousands of patients remain trapped without treatment.
(2026-02-06). Gaza Sumud Flotilla plans 'largest relief operation in history'. newarab.com 
(2026-02-06). Epstein fallout triggers resignations, probes. geo.tv 
Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, the only former Epstein associate convicted in connection with his activities.— AFP
(2026-02-06). Rep. Khanna Slams DOJ for Not Launching New Probes of Jeffrey Epstein's 'Co-Conspirators'. scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Democratic Congressmember Ro Khanna has called for Congress to investigate associates of Jeffrey Epstein named in the files and for the full release of the remaining docu…
(2026-02-06). Epstein haunts Number 10, creating crisis for UK's Starmer. scmp.com Keir Starmer never met Jeffrey Epstein. But the British prime minister's job is under threat because of the fallout from the late sex offender's global web of relationships. | Friendship with Epstein has already brought down a British royal — Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew — and UK ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson, fired by Starmer over his links to the financier. | Now, new revelations have plunged Starmer's centre-left government into turmoil.
(2026-02-06). Mandelson was involved in 'dumping' Labour candidates before the 2024 election. thecanary.co 
A Labour Party whistleblower has confirmed to the Canary that the disgraced Epstein associate Peter Mandelson, alongside then Director of Campaigns Morgan McSweeney, helped to vet Labour candidates for the 2024 general election. Mandelson: the scandal continues I have been investigating McSweeney's operations for the last six months, and have personally heard accounts from several […] | By
(2026-02-06). Cloning babies, Ukraine Labs, and Epstein: how Western media ignores Epstein Files revelations. infobrics.org Hidden within the Epstein files are emails pointing to experimental bioresearch in Ukraine, including references to cloning and genetic engineering. These exchanges align with Epstein's documented interest in eugenics and intersect with longstanding controversies over US-linked biolabs in Ukraine.
(2026-02-06). 14th Dalai Lama mentioned 169 times in Epstein files: media. ecns.cn Multiple international media outlets reported that the name of the 14th Dalai Lama appears 169 times in emails included in documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case that were recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
(2026-02-06). Why the Epstein Files Are Rocking Royals, Politicians and Billionaires. thinktank.pk On January 30, 2026, the United States Department of Justice released a massive trove of documents known as the Epstein Files — some 3 million pages of emails, correspondence, photos, and records linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This release represents one of the most consequential and controversial disclosures of elite connections in recent …
(2026-02-06). Britain's Lord Mandelson: Trapped in the Epstein Web. globalresearch.ca Jeffrey Epstein certainly got around. He moved virally, galloping through the cells of the establishment. What was more, he was permitted to. Dead and buried, the financier, convicted paedophile, sex trafficker, eugenics follower, and the man all in power would …
(2026-02-06). Epstein files set off Norwegian political storm: What we know. aljazeera.com Two high-profile Norwegian politicians and the country's crown princess have been linked to the late sex offender.
(2026-02-06). Kincora: British intelligence-run sex abuse brothel? thegrayzone.com Half a century after the public learned that boys at a Belfast group home were sexually assaulted by senior staff, a key question remains unanswered: was British intelligence implicated in the abuse conspiracy, and did Kincora serve as a 'honeypot' to entrap and blackmail powerful figures? A vast trove of declassified files on Jeffrey Epstein's sexual, political, and intelligence escapades released by the US Department of Justice has once again thrust disgraced former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor into the spotlight. With …
(2026-02-06). BREAKING: police raid Mandelson's properties in Epstein hit. thecanary.co 
Police have raided two properties belonging to disgraced former Starmer adviser Peter Mandelson as part of their investigation into misconduct in public office and insider trading. Mandelson resigned from Labour and the House of Lords after details of his leaks of sensitive government and financial information to serial child-rapist Jeffrey Epstein were exposed by the […] | By
(2026-02-06). "Killing Me Softly" : The favorite movie of Laura Dogu, the new US ambassador to Venezuela. uwidata.com From Caracas, Venezuela A month has passed since the kidnapping of President Maduro and the appointment of Delcy Rodríguez — according to the constitutional mandate — as acting president, although the United States insists on calling her "interim president". This situation has unfolded within the context of a cognitive war characterized by conflicting positions regarding …
(2026-02-06). Iran copies Trump's oil tactic, West panics? US' Venezuela ploy backfires in Middle East. hindustantimes.com Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy claimed to have seized two tankers in the Persian Gulf, claiming they carried over one million litres of smuggled fuel. Fifteen foreign crew members were detained as Tehran alleged the vessels were part of an organised smuggling network near Farsi Island. The action follows recent U.S. seizures of ships transporting sanctioned Iranian oil. On Feb 3, a tense encounter unfolded in which IRGC gunboats and a drone approached a U.S.-flagged tanker before an American Navy destroyer intervened. Iran disputes the U.S. account, accusing the vessel of entering its waters illegally. The…
(2026-02-06). Indian govt's first reaction on Trump's 'no Russia oil' claim after US trade deal. hindustantimes.com India has responded to Donald Trump's claim that New Delhi would stop buying Russian oil and shift to U.S. and Venezuelan crude. The Ministry of External Affairs said energy security remains India's "supreme priority" and import decisions are guided by national interest. Spokesman Randhir Jaiswal called Venezuela a long-standing partner but noted sanctions have limited purchases, though Indian firms remain engaged with its energy sector. Meanwhile, Russia said India is free to buy oil from any supplier, with Moscow describing bilateral energy ties as stable and mutually beneficial. The remarks follow Trump's comm…
(2026-02-06). Venezuela's Automotive Market Surges as New Car Sales Grow 120% in 2025, China Leads the Trend. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Carlos Rondón, president of the National Chamber of Commerce for Auto Parts (Canidra), stated this Wednesday, February 4, in an interview with Unión R…
(2026-02-06). AN de Venezuela aprueba en primera discusión proyecto de ley de Amnistía. radiohc.cu 
La Asamblea Nacional (AN) de Venezuela aprobó en su primera discusión el proyecto de Ley de Amnistía para la Convivencia Democrática, propuesto por la presidenta encargada, Delcy Rodríguez. | La propuesta debe ser sometida a consulta pública entre distintos sectores de la sociedad venezolana antes de su debate y votación final en el pleno del Parlamento. | El presidente de la AN, Jorge Rodríguez llamó a insistir en la necesidad de ´sanar las heridas ª y añadió que ´el camino de esta ley va a estar lleno de sinsabores, de posiciones adelantadas e injustas ª.Tenemos que tragar grueso e hilar…
(2026-02-06). AN de Venezuela aprueba en primera discusión proyecto de ley de Amnistía. radiohc.cu La Asamblea Nacional (AN) de Venezuela aprobó en su primera discusión el proyecto de Ley de Amnistía para la Convivencia Democrática, propuesto por la presidenta encargada, Delcy Rodríguez. | La propuesta debe ser sometida a consulta pública entre distintos sectores de la sociedad venezolana antes de su debate y votación final en el pleno del Parlamento. | El presidente de la AN, Jorge Rodríguez llamó a insistir en la necesidad de ´sanar las heridas ª y añadió que ´el camino de esta ley va a estar lleno de sinsabores, de posiciones adelantadas e injustas ª.Tenemos que tragar grueso e hilar…
(2026-02-06). US says Trump prefers diplomacy with Iran but warns he has military options. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, US, February 5, 2026. — Reuters Trump has said Khamenei "should be very worried."US wants missiles, proxies, rights issues included.Fears grow that failed talks could spark wider war.
(2026-02-06). Democracy Now! 2026-02-06 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for February 06, 2026; Juan González on Lasting Impact of 9/11 Toxic Exposure as NYC Faces Calls to Release Suppressed Files; "Journalism Deserves Better": Ex-Washington Post Staffers Slam Billionaire Bezos for Gutting Paper; Can U.S. & Iran Lower Tensions? Officials Begin New Talks Amid Trump Threats of Military Strikes; Right of Return: Omar Shakir & Ken Roth Debate "Blocked" Human Rights Watch Report on Palestine | Headlines for February 06, 2026; Juan González on Lasting Impact of 9/11 Toxic Exposure as NYC Faces Calls to Release Suppressed Files; "Journalism Deserves Bet…
(2026-02-06). Israel steps up war readiness as Iran threat and US talks stoke alarm. hindustantimes.com Israel is accelerating war preparations as fears of conflict with Iran surge. Right-wing leader Avigdor Lieberman urged authorities to build mass shelters, warning millions must be protected if war erupts. Reports say Israel has deployed live-fire air defence systems inside residential neighbourhoods for the first time since the 2025 Israel—Iran war, a move analysts say could turn civilian zones into prime targets. Tensions escalated after senior Iranian official Ali Shamkhani warned that any U.S. strike on Iran would trigger direct retaliation against Israel. The developments come as Washington and Tehran…
(2026-02-06). Iran filmmaker fears Iranians will be 'sacrificed' in US talks. newarab.com 
Dissident Iranian film director Panahi, Iran's best-known director, offered support for anti-government protests last month in which thousands of people were killed by security forces, according to ri…
(2026-02-06). Mideast source to Haaretz: U.S. drops demand for Iran talks to cover ballistic program, proxies. haaretz.com Despite the current rhetoric coming out of Tehran, the source added, Iran may eventually be willing to give up it nuclear program…
(2026-02-06). Tomgram: William Astore, America's Teflon Pentagon. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. At the moment I began writing this introduction, ICE agents had just shot Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old White man — an intensive care unit nurse, in fact — in Minneapolis. He was carrying in his hand — no, …
(2026-02-06). Why Ex-Army Chief Manoj Naravane's book sparked ruckus in Parliament? ummid.com An unpublished book of Former Army Chief Manoj Mukund Naravane Monday February 02, 2026 sparked ruckus in the Lok Sabha — the lower House of the Indian Parliament, forcing the Speaker to adjourn the proceeding.
(2026-02-06). Chinese scientists make major breakthrough in scalable quantum networks. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have made significant progress toward building long-distance quantum communication networks, developing scalable quantum repeater modules and setting a new benchmark in quantum-secure communication, the University of Science and Technology of China said Thursday.
(2026-02-06). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Link, Key Dates. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration and application process of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 from today i.e. Sunday February 01, 2026, and here are the link to apply and important dates.
(2026-02-06). CSE Exam 2026: UPSC Sets New Rule for Serving IAS, IFS, IPS Officers. ummid.com UPSC CSE Exam 2026 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services Exam 2026 notification with detailed guidelines, including new rule for serving IAS, IFS and IPS officers.
(2026-02-06). Trump's $1.5 Trillion "Dream Military" counterpunch.org 
What constitutes national security and how is it best achieved? Does massive military spending really make a country more secure, and what perils to democracy and liberty are posed by vast military establishments? Questions like those are rarely addressed in honest ways these days in America. Instead, the Trump administration favors preparations for war and
(2026-02-06). US Treasury Secretary Says US Sanctions Crushed Iran's Economy and Sparked Protests. news.antiwar.com US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told the Senate Banking Committee on Thursday that the Trump administration's "maximum pressure campaign" against Iran was responsible for collapsing the country's economy and sparking the protests and unrest that began at the end of December. At the Treasury, what we have done is created a dollar shortage in the …
(2026-02-06). 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.
(2026-02-06). China's renewable energy capacity to grow in 2026 despite slight dip in wind utilization. ecns.cn China's renewable electricity generation capacity is expected to continue growing in 2026, driven by strong solar power expansion, despite a slight decline in average wind power utilization hours, according to a new outlook released on Thursday.
(2026-02-06). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-06). Madison Tenant Power Art Build Feb. 15, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Art Build | Sunday, Feb 15th | 2 PM — 4 PM | A Room of One's Own (2717 Atwood Ave) | Feel free to bring nonperishable donations for our food pantry! | Ready-to-eat meals | Peanut butter and jelly | Pasta, rice, and beans | Canned soups (with pop-tops) | Tuna or chic…
(2026-02-06). UGC NET Result December 2025 Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the result declaration date of the UGC NET December 2025.
(2026-02-06). Prayer flag poles at Jokhang Temple renewed for Tibetan New Year. ecns.cn On Feb. 5, 2026, staff at the Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, replace prayer flags on five poles, each more than 20 meters high, around the temple as part of a traditional ritual to welcome the upcoming Tibetan New Year. (Photo: China News Service/Li Lin)…
(2026-02-06). Watch: AAP leader Oberoi shot dead in broad day light. ummid.com In a shocking incident, Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead Friday February 06, 2026 by a masked man in Jalandhar.
(2026-02-06). Canada, France to open consulates in Greenland amid ongoing US threats. aljazeera.com Move comes as Trump insists on securing the semi-autonomous island belonging to Denmark, citing security concerns.
(2026-02-06). Advance UK's Gorton Denton candidate is a woman-hating loser. thecanary.co 
Nick Buckley MBE is the Advance UK candidate in the Gorton & Denton byelection. With the fight for the seat heating up, we thought it was time we shone a light on what Buckley actually stands for. And it's pretty dark: This is what feminism has done to women — turned them into whores and […] | By
(2026-02-06). Why the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Still Revolves Around Pakistan vs India. thinktank.pk The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is poised to be one of the most compelling and complex editions in the sport's history, blending intense competition with geopolitical tensions and fan fervour that transcend the boundaries of cricket. The tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, promises drama both …
(2026-02-06). "Terrorist" : How ICE Weaponized 9/11's Scarlet Letter. theintercept.com 
Spencer Ackerman on how the politics of counterterrorism led to ICE and CBP completing their transformation into a death squad — and why the agencies are unreformable.
(2026-02-06). Spain v social media giants: What's the big dispute about? aljazeera.com Executives from X and Telegram have lashed out at Spanish prime minister over social media ban for minors.
(2026-02-06). China rolls out nationwide direct maternity benefit payments. ecns.cn China has completed a nationwide rollout of direct maternity benefit payments to individuals, the country's healthcare authority said Friday, shifting disbursement from employers to social insurance agencies to streamline access and reduce administrative burdens.
(2026-02-06). Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra's 1st Woman Dy CM. ummid.com Sunetra Pawar, the widow of Ajit Pawar, Saturday January 31, 2026 took oath as the new Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
(2026-02-06). Tuesday 2/10: May Day In The Time of Trump: The Road to Mass Action. indybay.org Oakland Community Space – 1955 Broadway, Suite B, Oakland, CA, 94612 | Right next to BART!
(2026-02-06). Polls Continue To Show Majority Of Americans Disapprove Of ICE And The Trump Administration. newsone.com 
(2026-02-06). Guterres and UN prolong Jewish-Arab conflict rather than ending it. onlineopinion.com.au The UN insists the two-state solution still works. What if that fixation guarantees endless war and blinds the world to a viable alternative?
(2026-02-06). Siraj replaces Rana for India as seamer misses T20 World Cup with injury. aljazeera.com Harshit Rana sustained the knee injury in a warmup match against South Africa with Mohammed Siraj now taking his place.
(2026-02-06). Provinces set targets to ensure growth quality. ecns.cn The shift has increased the likelihood of China setting its real GDP growth target for 2026 at between 4.5 and 5 percent, analysts said, describing the range as achievable and consistent with longer-term goals.
(2026-02-06). Trump falsifies the history of the Mexican-American War. wsws.org The Mexican-American War, fought to preserve slavery, helped bring on its destruction in the Civil War and imposed a border whose consequences still shape American politics.
(2026-02-06). Conversion rate of intl standards hits 88.9%. ecns.cn China's market regulator said it accelerated efforts last year to align domestic rules with international standards, further energize business entities and promote fair competition, as part of a broader drive to support high-quality economic growth and a more unified national market.
(2026-02-06). Prisoner exchange and Russia-USA military dialogue: What were outcomes of Abu Dhabi negotiations? eng.belta.by A second round of negotiations on the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict took place in the capital of the UAE on 4-5 February. The meeting was held in a trilateral format with the participation of delegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the USA.
(2026-02-06). 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.
(2026-02-06). Olympic torch travels through central Milan hours before games. aljazeera.com Right before the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games, relay participants passed the torch in central Milan.
(2026-02-06). How the Houthis control Yemen's key digital infrastructure. newarab.com 
Last week, on 1 February, Yemen saw a new escalation in civil aviation when
(2026-02-06). Manchester United vs Tottenham: Premier League — team news, start, lineups. aljazeera.com United hope to extend interim coach Michael Carrick's perfect start, while Spurs look to build on slight uptick in form.
(2026-02-06). Prayer Vigil at ICE Headquarters in Fresno. indybay.org An interdenominational prayer vigil was held at ICE headquarters in Fresno the morning of February 4.
(2026-02-06). CTET Admit Card 2026 Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is releasing on its official website ctet.nic.in the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) to be held in the month of February 2026.
(2026-02-06). With Karim Benzema's maiden hat-trick, Al Hilal dominates SPL 25/26 Table. ummid.com French Star Footballer Karim Benzema Thursday February 05, 2026 helped Al Hilal thrash Al Akhdoud and dominate the Saudi Pro League 25/26 Table consistently for the third week.
(2026-02-06). The Nation Nominates Minneapolis for the Nobel Peace Prize. portside.org The Nation Nominates Minneapolis for the Nobel Peace Prize |
(2026-02-06). Australia: Labor government pressing ahead with demolition of Melbourne public housing towers. wsws.org Elderly tenants were blindsided by relocation letters ordering moves from midyear, after being repeatedly told their towers would be the last to be demolished.
(2026-02-06). Tamil Nadu TN TET 2025 Result Declared, Check Here. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TRB) has declared online the results of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2025 on its official website.
(2026-02-06). Climate Scientist Who Predicted End Of "Heavy Frost and Snow" Now Refuses Media Inquiries. wattsupwiththat.com According to the Berliner Zeitung, the former Max Planck Institute scientist has recently stopped responding to media inquiries regarding his past claims. Critics argue that such drastic predictions damage the credibility of climate science, while others point out that extreme weather events—including intense cold snaps—can still occur within the broader context of climate change.
(2026-02-06). JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Answer Key Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release on the JEE Main official website jeemain.nta.nic.in the JEE Main Session 1 January 2026 Answer Key along with the Question Paper and Response Sheet (OMR Sheet) of the students who appeared in the engineering entrance exam.
(2026-02-06). Trump balks at nuclear limit extension, calls for new US-China-Russia deal. scmp.com Combine three wary nations, deep historical mistrust, rapid technological change, the most destructive weapons ever developed and a US unwilling to extend Thursday's last formal nuclear weapons guardrail, and you have the ingredients for much worse geopolitical tension, if not a slide towards global disaster, warn nuclear weapons negotiators, analysts and former government officials. | While Moscow has offered to formally extend its New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New Start) with the US for…
(2026-02-06). Bondi Beach Reappraised: A Turning Point in History. dissidentvoice.org Writing an article that references the murders of innocent people is difficult. Concerns of invading privacy, of not being sufficiently empathetic to the tragedy, and of clumsily using the deceased for undeserved purposes hampers the narrative. By treading softly and expounding sincerely, the screams of anguish heard at the Bondi Beach massacre diminish, the reverberations …
(2026-02-06). Was Trump Correct About Tariffs After All? OpEd. eurasiareview.com Trump's recent
(2026-02-06). Netanyahu warns over Egypt's growing military strength after Turkey pact. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi signed a landmark framework military cooperation agreement during Erdogan's official visit to Cairo on Wednesday, signaling a major thaw in bilateral relations after years of tension.The pact, formalized by Turkish Defense Minister Ya≈üar Gàºler and Egyptian Defense Minister Abdel Megeed Saqr, covers joint military training, education programs, defense industry collaboration, personnel exchanges, and enhanced security coordination.The leaders also signed agreements spanning trade, investment, health, agric…
(2026-02-06). Uzbekistan: China's New Strategic Center OpEd. eurasiareview.com Uzbekistan pursues an exemplary multivector foreign policy and has established itself as one of the principal mediators in Central Asia. As a bridge country between East and West and a central element of the historic Silk Road, Uzbekistan and Central Asia occupy a pivotal geopolitical position. Consequently, both Western and Eastern powers are actively competing to strengthen their bilateral relations with Uzbekistan. | The Importance of Central Asia Nowadays: | Eighteen years ago, Blank, S. (2008) published an article entitled "The Strategic Importance of Central Asia: An American View", in which he s…
(2026-02-06). Closing the Gap: Improving Health Outcomes for Black Americans. whyy.org When it comes to serious health issues like obesity, heart disease, and cancer, Black Americans have higher rates and worse outcomes. We take a look at what's behind these health disparities, past and present efforts to improve health equity, and how — despite recent headwinds — advocates are continuing to push for better care, one patient at a time.
(2026-02-06). Watch: wrestling crowd boos Trump, shouts '____ ICE'. thecanary.co 
Spectators at an All Elite Wrestling (AEW( Dynamite wrestling match in Las Vegas had a message for Donald Trump. It was certainly not one that he will have enjoyed, particularly from a sport popular with what's left of his base. As the wrestlers posed and glared at each other before the start, a chant from […] | By
(2026-02-06). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-06). Gold output increases, investment demand surges. ecns.cn China's gold production edged up in 2025 while overall consumption declined, amid a shift from jewelry toward investment products, data from the China Gold Association showed on Thursday.
(2026-02-06). Restore and Bolster Congressional Oversight of DHS, ICE, and CBP. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A US Border Patrol Tactical Unit agent sprays pepper spray into the face of a protestor near the scene where a woman was shot and killed by a federal agent, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, January 7, 2026. | © 2026 Alex Kormann/The Minnesota Star Tribune via Getty Images…
(2026-02-06). Americas Series: Cuba Announces its Batting Order. radiohc.cu Havana, February 5 (RHC) — Today, Cuba revealed its lineup to debut tomorrow in the II Series of the Americas, with Randy Martínez as the starter and an offensive order designed by Germán Mesa. | The manager of the Cuban team drew up the first Cuban constellation of the tournament like someone writing a war cry on the whiteboard: nine names, nine destinies, a single flag waiting its turn to enter the fray. | The lineup will be led by Roel Santos in left field, the first heartbeat of an offense that will seek to establish its dominance from the outset. He will be followed by Erisbel Arruebarrena at shortstop,…
(2026-02-06). Chris Hedges Report: What Will The Future Look Like In The 'New World Order?'. popularresistance.org Karl Marx, in his essay "The Eighteenth Brumaire of Louis Bonaparte," said that history repeats itself, "the first time as tragedy, the second time as farce." Donald Trump's actions in the first year of his second term have spelled out to many that tragedies of history are beginning to repeat themselves, this time certainly as farces. | John Mearsheimer, the renowned scholar, author and R. Wendell Harrison Distinguished Service Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, joins host Chris Hedges on this episode of The Chris Hedges Report to contextualize what Trump's political missions mean throug…
(2026-02-06). China — new strategic option for America's European allies. infobrics.org Beijing hopes new positive energy from Europe will weaken US-led Western bloc.
(2026-02-06). Zambian, Ghanaian presidents hold talks to cement bilateral cooperation. independent.co.ug 
LUSAKA | Xinhua | Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema on Thursday held talks with his Ghanaian counterpart John Dramani Mahama, with a particular focus on deepening economic ties. The two leaders met at State House in Lusaka following Mahama's arrival on Wednesday for a three-day state visit to Zambia. While acknowledging the strong bilateral relations that …
(2026-02-06). What has the profession forgotten? Guardiola coaches journalists too. thecanary.co 
Pep Guardiola's press conference was not a routine preview of a Manchester City match. Nor was it about tactics, results, or team selection. What happened was something else entirely. The coach, known for teaching football with philosophical rigour, stepped off the pitch and asked a painful question about an entire profession: why is the press […] | By
(2026-02-06). Political prisoner Umer Khalid's family "terrified for his life" and still unable to visit. thecanary.co 
Political prisoner Umer Khalid, one of 24 'Filton 24' prisoners jailed for up to 19 months and counting for opposing genocide, ended his hunger strike last month. His decision came after prison authorities agreed to review the punitive conditions in which he is being held. These included banning his religious observance and restricting visits. But […] | By
(2026-02-06). Thousands attend funeral of Gaddafi's son in Libya. newarab.com 
Thousands converged on Friday in northwestern Libya for the funeral of Mourners carried his coffin in the town of Bani Walid, 146 kilometers (91 miles) southeast of the capital, Tripoli, as well as large photographs of both Saif al-Islam, who was known mostly by his first name, and his father. | The crowd also waved pla…
(2026-02-06). China sees sustained drop in serious crimes: top procuratorate. ecns.cn China has witnessed a continuous decline in serious crimes and a marked decrease in the incidence of frequently occurring crimes that impact people's sense of security, a senior official of the country's top procuratorate told a press conference in Beijing on Thursday.
(2026-02-06). Pantus: Belarus may soon deploy domestic anti-drone air defense system. eng.belta.by Belarus may soon produce a domestic anti-aircraft missile-gun system for | combating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Chairman of the State | Authority for Military Industry Dmitry Pantus said before the start of a…
(2026-02-06). California worker killed in US Foods distribution facility. wsws.org A veteran worker's death exposes deadly yard conditions, corporate indifference and the Teamsters' role in enforcing contracts that sacrifice workers' safety.
(2026-02-06). INTERNSHIP AT THE DELEGATION TO EUROPEAN UNION – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-06). How Israel engineered the crime crisis in Palestinian towns. newarab.com 
Israeli leaders declared a "national emergency" this week over a wave of violent crime in Palestinian towns inside Israel, after a series of mass shootings raised the death toll among Palestinian citizens of Israel to 37 since the start of the year. | 2025 was the deadliest year for crime in Israel's Palestinian community on record, with at least 249 Palestinians killed. | They accounted for more than 80 percent of all homicides in Israel despite Palestinians making up roughly one fifth of the population. | While Israeli officials and police have largely attributed the killings to internal gang feuds, reporting b…
(2026-02-06). Greek Coast Guard Under Scrutiny for Migrant Deaths. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Greek emergency personnel wait to transfer bodies of dead migrants, following migrant's boat collision with coast guard off the island of Chios, in the port of Chios, Greece, February 3, 2026. | © 2026 Konstantinos Anagnostou/Reuters…
(2026-02-06). 78% of the UK supports rent controls. But why control a scam when you can abolish it? thecanary.co 
YouGov polling from February 2026 shows 78% of the UK public support rent controls. But why regulate a scam when you can get rid of it? That's what the Green Party is proposing. The Green Party position The Green Party has rent nailed in their "Abolish Landlords" policy, which was successfully voted on at their […] | By
(2026-02-06). AUKUS Nuclear Cooperation Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Paul K. Kerr and Mary Beth D. Nikitin | On August 7, 2024, President Joseph Biden submitted to Congress an "Agreement among the Government of Australia, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the Government of the United States of America for Cooperation Related to Naval Nuclear Propulsion." This In Focus explains the agreement's substance, as well as provisions of the Atomic Energy Act (AEA) of 1954, as amended (P.L. 83-703; 42 U.S.C. ß ß2153 et seq.), concerning the content and congressional review of such agreements. | The agreement, which entered into…
(2026-02-06). India beat England as Suryavanshi hits 175 in U-19 Cricket World Cup final. aljazeera.com India's 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi scores 175 from 80 balls to help beat England by 111 runs in final.
(2026-02-06). US attorney general says 'key participant' in 2012 Benghazi attack arrested. aljazeera.com Zubayr ‚Äåal-Bakoush facing charges related to killing of US ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other US citizens.
(2026-02-06). Canada's moves suggest USMCA is on life support. responsiblestatecraft.org Over the space of 24 hours, three major figures in Canadian politics and economics have signaled their desire to take steps that will undo the tight coupling of their economy with that of the U.S. This comes as the (U.S. Mexico, Canada) USMCA treaty is up for review, but their pronouncements strongly hint that Canadian officials are thinking of the trade pact as being on life support anyway. In a
(2026-02-06). Netherlands returns 3,500-year-old looted sculpture to Egypt. newarab.com 
The An investigation by Dutch police and the cultural heritage inspectorate confirmed in 2025 that the sculpture had been plundered and unlawfully removed from Egypt, most likely during the Arab Spring unrest of 2011, before Experts believe the artefact, a stone head that was originally part…
(2026-02-06). ICE in Minnesota — Days 65-66: Feds Make Arrests in Government Center as Local Police Advance Collaboration. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-02-06). 'Crypto winter': Why is Bitcoin crashing despite Trump's support? aljazeera.com Bitcoin has been on a downward spiral since last October as the 'hype' over crypto wanes.
(2026-02-06). China's expat pilots; Indonesian woman faints after 140 lashes: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. USS Abraham Lincoln is in the Arabian Sea. So is a Chinese vessel…
(2026-02-06). Students, SMEs fuel surge in AI usage. ecns.cn The number of generative artificial intelligence users in China reached 602 million as of December, a nearly 142% increase from the end of 2024, according to a report released Thursday.
(2026-02-06). Thursday 2/12: Project Open Hand Trivia & Raffle Fundraiser. indybay.org Teeth Bar | 2323 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-02-06). Tangible steps urged to strengthen ties. ecns.cn The door to a fresh start was opened on Wednesday, which not only witnessed the first China-U.S. heads-of-state phone conversation of the new year, but also celebrated Start of Spring, the first of the 24 solar terms on the Chinese calendar.
(2026-02-06). Steve Bannon Demands ICE "Surround Polls" During Midterm Vote. globalresearch.ca On August 19, 1934, Germany held a plebiscite vote. According to a
(2026-02-06). China picks speed skater, short track racer as Milan Winter Olympic flag bearers. ecns.cn China has named speed skater Ning Zhongyan and short track speed skater Zhang Chutong as flag bearers for its delegation at the opening ceremony of the Milan Winter Olympics on Friday, the Chinese sports delegation said.
(2026-02-06). Expert: Women play a crucial role in solving global problems. eng.belta.by Women play a key role in addressing global problems, Wang Hui, Associate Professor at Shanghai Sipo Polytechnic, said at the final plenary session of the International Forum of Women Scientists in Minsk.
(2026-02-06). US-controlled ATACMS deployed only 10 km off China's mainland. infobrics.org The JFCC allows the Pentagon to select targets and finalize attack plans. Formally, this is done jointly with Taiwanese forces, but we all know how the US uses vassals and satellite states, especially when it comes to striking strategic assets such as critical industrial and scientific infrastructure, both of which are found in abundance across mainland China.
(2026-02-06). Why Treat DHS's Known Liars as Reliable Sources? fair.org 
Block Club Chicago ( In May 2025, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, and DHS sp…
(2026-02-06). Hindutva supremacists lecture the British government about Islamophobia. thecanary.co 
It shouldn't shock anyone that an organisation whose founder and director publicly wrote, "Hinduism is the father of all religions. Islam is a bad copy. Islam is against humanity", is opposed to defining and addressing anti-Muslim hate. What might shock some is that this organisation, Hindu Council UK (HCUK), has the ear of mainstream media outlets […] | By
(2026-02-06). Saif al-Islam Gaddafi Killed as Libya Continues to Crumble. globalresearch.ca Saif al-Islam, 53, Muamar Gaddafi's son, was The 2008 PhD holder from the London School of Economics had in June 2011 announced that his father was willing to hold elections …
(2026-02-06). Trump's "critical minerals" conference aimed against China. wsws.org Through its dominance of the global supply of rare earths and critical minerals, vital for high-tech products, from phones to jet engines, China was able to hit back against Trump's tariff war by rapidly cutting off supplies.
(2026-02-06). Will Trump's "Right About Everything" B.S. Wreck Republicans? counterpunch.org 
President Trump constantly blusters as if he deserves the Nobel Prize for Economic Triumphs, just like he supposedly deserved the Nobel Peace Prize. Last week in a speech in Iowa, he doubled down on his triumphs by referring to himself in the third person: "Just after one year of President Trump, our economy is booming….
(2026-02-06). True, Mother Jones, Polar Bears Are More Adaptable Than Alarmists Have Claimed. wattsupwiththat.com Mother Jones is one of the premier climate alarmist websites, so it is refreshing, even somewhat surprising, to see it publish any good news at all, even if the good news is framed as surprising with readers directed towards additional alarmist projections with little connection to reality.
(2026-02-06). Researchers uncover key to overcoming drug resistance in breast cancer. ecns.cn Researchers in China have identified sensory nerves within tumors as a primary cause of immunotherapy resistance in patients with triple-negative breast cancer, a discovery that could lead to more effective treatments using existing migraine medication.
(2026-02-06). Russia Sees Opportunity in Thawing Arctic. But It's Looking for Partners, Too. infobrics.org With ice melting in the Arctic, Russia is ramping up efforts to take advantage of the newly opening territory. That means greater military and economic assertiveness, as well as attempts to build international cooperation…
(2026-02-06). At least 8 killed in bus accident in W. Nepal. ecns.cn At least eight people died after a bus carrying a wedding procession met with an accident in Baitadi district in western Nepal on Thursday, a senior local police officer said."ÄÄ"ÄÄ"The bus crashed in Purchaudi Municipality of the district at around 7: 55 p.m.According to the police, the cause of the accident could not be identified immediately. As many as 60 people were traveling on the bus when the accident occurred.
(2026-02-06). Life as a migrant 'host' in the red-light district of Chiang Mai, Thailand. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-06). Minneapolis general strikes, 1934 and 2026. workers.org 
By Joe Lombardo he author, Joe Lombardo, is a lifelong antiwar activist and union organizer. He is a co-founder of the United National Antiwar Coalition (UNAC — unacpeace.org) and a member of its Administrative Committee. January 24, 2026 — Yesterday we saw tens of thousands of people march and rally . . . |
(2026-02-06). Neil Gaiman and a Substack blog: how a so-called journalist trashed the notion of 'consent'. thecanary.co 
Content warning: this article contains discussion of rape and sexual assault After almost a year's silence on the matter, author Neil Gaiman released a statement this week to once again deny the allegations of sexual assault against him. The allegations against Gaiman date back to 2024. They were first reported on the Tortoise Media podcast […] | By
(2026-02-06). Bitcoin plummets in value again after week of heavy losses. aljazeera.com The world's most popular cryptocurrency has lost about one-third of its value since the start of the year.
(2026-02-06). Former Zhejiang official expelled from Party. ecns.cn Gao Xingfu, former deputy head of the standing committee of the Zhejiang provincial people's congress, has been expelled from the Communist Party of China and dismissed from public office, the country's top anti-corruption authorities announced on Friday.
(2026-02-06). Targeting The Amhara Intelligentsia: Killings, Detentions, And The Legal Threshold Of Genocide Under International Law OpEd. eurasiareview.com Introduction: | Reports of targeted violence against Amhara academics and professionals have raised growing concern about the safety of intellectual communities in Ethiopia. Some scholars trace these patterns to longstanding political tensions following the 1991 transition of power, arguing that ethnicized political structures have contributed to recurring cycles of conflict and insecurity. Although numerous atrocities have been reported over the past decades, many incidents remain insufficiently documented, and international responses have often been cautious, emphasizing allegations rather than legal…
(2026-02-06). Where will Saif al-Islam Gaddafi be buried. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of the late Libyan president Muammar Gaddafi, was assassinated by unknown gunmen on Tuesday near the western city of Zintan, according to a statement by his cousin.His cousin said Gaddafi was "martyred in the same track as his father, grandfather, and brothers," referencing the violent fates of family members during Libya's 2011 uprising.Where will Saif al-Islam Gaddafi be buried?: Journalists watch as the judges (unseen) question Saif al-Islam Gaddafi (C), the son of slain Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, in a live broadcast from the western Libyan city of Zintan, insid…
(2026-02-06). Super Bowl 2026: Patriots vs Seahawks — Start time, halftime show, players. aljazeera.com Two of the NFL's most famous teams, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, face off in Super Bowl LX.
(2026-02-06). The US government says it is falling short on its legal duties to tribal nations. grist.org As federal agencies manage millions of acres of land critical to climate adaptation, wildlife, and water supplies, a "In treaties, tribes ceded millions of acres of their territories to the federal government in exchange for certain commitments," the report read. Published in late January by the Government Accountability Office, or GAO, these commitments, through treaties, included services, protection, reservations, and for s…
(2026-02-06). Belarusian observers arrive in Thailand to monitor parliamentary elections, referendum. eng.belta.by Belarusian observers have arrived in Thailand to monitor major electoral events scheduled for 8 February 2026, BelTA reports citing the Central Election Commission (CEC).
(2026-02-06). Political books that still influence Australian public debate. independentaustralia.net 
Hundreds of novels are being published today and all of them influence public opinion in one way or another. Needless to say, people…
(2026-02-06). Thailand election 2026: What are the main parties? What do polls suggest? aljazeera.com Sunday's vote is seen as a test of whether Thailand's cycle of coups, protests and court interventions can be broken.
(2026-02-06). Monday 2/9: ZUCK-OFF for PRETTI ICE OUT for Good! A Public Performance Art Show ZUCK-OFF for PRETTI IC. indybay.org SFGH | Between Building 25 and Building 5 | 1001 Potrero Avenue | San Francisco, California…
(2026-02-06). Union State Supreme State Council meeting scheduled for 25 February. eng.belta.by A meeting of the Supreme State Council of the Belarus-Russia Union State has been scheduled for 25 February, State Secretary of the Union State Sergei Glazyev told journalists, BelTA reports.
(2026-02-06). Trump claims Trade Deal with India as Modi govt says no to Russian oil. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Monday February 02, 2026 claimed finalizing a 'trade deal' with India after the Narendra Modi government agreed to stop buying Russian oil, and cut tariffs on American goods to zero.
(2026-02-06). China-APEC trade exceeds $17.4 trillion over past five years. ecns.cn China's trade with fellow Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies totaled 125.49 trillion yuan ($17.4 trillion) during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021- 2025), up 39.4% from the previous five years, officials said Wednesday.
(2026-02-06). Xi, Laos' top leader announce launch of friendship year. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, replied on Thursday to Laos' top leader Thongloun Sisoulith to designate 2026 as the Year of China-Laos Friendship.
(2026-02-06). Precarious Invitations: Israel's President Isaac Herzog's Visit to Australia. counterpunch.org 
Things are getting rather ropey on the invitation of Israeli President Isaac Herzog to visit Australia on February 8. It came amidst the anguish following the Bondi Beach attacks of December 14, 2025 on attendees of a Hanukkah event by two gunmen, leaving 15 dead. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese obviously thought it a sensible measure at
(2026-02-06). Demonstrators arrested over ICE protest at Columbia University. aljazeera.com US police‚ÄØarrested 12 anti-ICE‚ÄØprotesters at Columbia University in New York.
(2026-02-06). Israeli president visits Australia after Bondi Beach attack. newarab.com 
The head of state has said he will "express solidarity and offer strength" after gunmen opened fire on a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at the beach on December 14, killing 15 people. | Herzog's four-day trip has been welcomed b…
(2026-02-06). US arrests suspect in 2012 Benghazi consulate attack, Bondi says. newarab.com 
The US has arrested a person suspected of playing a central role in the 2012 attack on its consulate in Bondi said Zubayar al-Bakoush has been extradited to the United States and will face murder, arson and terrorism-related charges. | Four U.S. personnel were killed in the September 11, 2012, incident, which was initially thought to be a spontaneous reaction to protests but was later identified as a deliberate attack carried out by extremists, some of wh…
(2026-02-06). 'TrumpRx' website launches in US with promise to lower price of medicine. aljazeera.com US president has pitched initiative as populist attack on pharmaceutical companies, but analysts question efficacy.
(2026-02-06). Cancer 13 times more in Bhopal gas tragedy survivors than unexposed population. ummid.com The rate of cancer occurrence is about 13 times more among the survivors of the 1984 Union Carbide gas disaster in Bhopal as compared to that in a matched unexposed population.
(2026-02-06). Survivors recount terror of Nigeria massacre where people were burned inside houses. scmp.com First, the jihadists sent a letter saying they were coming to the village to preach, said Nigerian chief Umar Bio Salihu. | When no one attended, they went on a rampage, killing people and torching houses, he said. | Salihu is the traditional chief of Woro, a small, Muslim-majority village in west-central Nigeria where alleged jihadist gunmen are reported to have perpetrated a massacre late Tuesday.
(2026-02-06). National Audit Office finds delays in Access to Work have doubled. thecanary.co 
A new report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has found that delays and backlogs for the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) Access to Work scheme have more than doubled in the last four years. Earlier this week, the DWP launched a call for evidence in relation to the Access to Work scheme. Ahead of […] | By
(2026-02-06). Almost every council is about to go bankrupt while private schools rake in over £8bn from SEND children. thecanary.co 
Council leaders have warned that four in five local councils will soon face 'bankruptcy' from rising special educational needs and disability (SEND) costs. And private schools are compounding the issue. Tens of billions to private schools The approaching 'insolvency' is largely due to the amount private schools are charging for council budgets. In 2024, 132,510 […] | By
(2026-02-06). Islamic State Expands Funding In Mozambique. eurasiareview.com Islamic State militants approached a neighborhood on the outskirts of Mocímboa da Praia in northern Mozambique on January 25, seeking to kill a member of the Maconde local militia. Failing to find him, they abducted his young son. | Two days earlier, members of the Islamic State Mozambique (ISM) reportedly terrorized people on and around several small islands just off the coast. They looted, stole a motorboat and kidnapped fishermen, demanding a ransom of 50,000 meticais ($784) each. | "My brother was there on the islands night fishing, and he and his colleagues were taken off their boat by the insurgents," a…
(2026-02-06). Yemen's crumbling health system leaves patients without treatment options. aljazeera.com Outdated medical equipment, airport closures, and funding cuts combine to jeopardise patient outcomes in Yemen.
(2026-02-06). Breaking: anti-genocide activist Drew appeals criminal damage conviction and wins. thecanary.co 
Anti-genocide direct action activist Drew Robson has today, 6 February 2025, won his appeal to quash his conviction for criminal damage. Robson occupied the Manchester office of Fisher German, at the time property manager for Israeli weapons firm Elbit Systems. The firm eventually cut all ties with Elbit after a sustained pressure campaign. Drew Robson […] | By
(2026-02-06). Concert warms hearts of rail workers in remote areas. ecns.cn After hours spent conducting outdoor rail inspections in temperatures hovering around minus 30 C, Liu Bingbing returned on Wednesday evening to the Hailar track maintenance section's Cuogang work area, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, expecting to rest in a warm area.
(2026-02-06). Possible political victory of Iran against the US in Irak. uwidata.com While US threats against Iran continue, the Islamic Republic may achieve a political victory in its neighbor, Iraq. The reason: The ruling parliamentary coalition in that country has nominated Nouri al-Maliki as its candidate for prime minister. In the country fractured by ethnic and sectarian groups after the US invasion in 2003, which left behind …
(2026-02-06). Nation's crystal crafts dazzle amid huge buzz. ecns.cn E-commerce platforms help generate sparkling opportunities abroad for cultural gemstone businesses.
(2026-02-06). US urges citizens to leave Iran immediately amid rising tensions and threat of strikes. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The United States has issued an urgent advisory for all American citizens in Iran to leave the country immediately, citing growing unrest, travel disruptions and escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The advisory, issued by the Virtual US Embassy in Iran, warned that US authorities may not be able to provide assistance and urged citizens to have an independent departure plan.The advisory comes in the backdrop of heightened confrontation between the US and Iran. Relations have been strained since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the subsequent hostage crisis, but tensions have surged in…
(2026-02-06). US, India Trade Deal: The Unanswered Questions. ummid.com Trump's trade announcement between the United States and India may sound impressive at first glance, but on closer examination, it lacks the detail, structure, and legal foundation of a genuine trade agreement.
(2026-02-06). TS Intermediate (2026) Hall Tickets Released: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has published the Hall Tickets and Admit Cards of the students who are appearing in the TGBIE 1st and 2nd Year exams to be held in March 2026.
(2026-02-06). Selected Articles: BREAKING: Third U.S. State Introduces Legislation Designating mRNA Injections as Biological Weapons of Mass Destruction. globalresearch.ca 
By Tennessee State Senator Janice Bowling has…
(2026-02-06). Mayhem is the point: politics of terror. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-06). The US lost $35B in clean energy projects last year. grist.org For more than a decade, the clean energy economy has been on a steep growth trajectory. Companies have poured billions of dollars into battery manufacturing, solar and wind generation, and electric vehicle plants in the U.S., as solar costs fell sharply and EV sales surged. That momentum is set to continue surging in much of the world — but in the United States, it's starting to stall. | According to a new
(2026-02-06). Watch soft-left Oli Dugmore say shunning paedophiles is "fringe" at top of Labour. thecanary.co 
Soft left New Statesman digital editor Oli Dugmore was a guest on BBC Question Time on 5 February 2026. And he had a scathing verdict on the normalisation of paedophilia at the top of the Labour Party. Oli Dugmore on BBCQT Oli Dugmore said that he generally doesn't like to dismiss people according to the worst […] | By
(2026-02-06). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-06). Inside a Coordinated, Multi-Village Settler-Soldier Pogrom in West Bamk — Masafer Yatta. portside.org Inside a Coordinated, Multi-Village Settler-Soldier Pogrom in West Bamk — Masafer Yatta |
(2026-02-06). KEAM 2026 Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala has extended the last date of application for the KEAM 2026 (Engineering and Pharmacy) to be held from April 17 to 23, 2026.
(2026-02-06). Mandelson has nuked Labour's chances in Gorton Denton. thecanary.co 
Ever since Keir Starmer and his cronies blocked Andy Burnham from running, it's seemed like Labour stood no chance in the Gorton & Denton byelection. To make matters worse, Starmer has embroiled himself in one of the most unseemly scandals of this century. And as you'd expect, that's done nothing for Labour's chances in Gorton […] | By
(2026-02-06). Canada Rewrites Its EV Playbook: Less Mandate, More Money. moderndiplomacy.eu Canada has taken a decisive turn in its electric vehicle strategy, scrapping a national sales mandate while sharply increasing financial incentives for buyers, charging infrastructure and automakers. Prime Minister Mark Carney said the shift is designed to support EV adoption without overburdening an auto industry already under pressure from slowing demand, rising costs and U.S. …
(2026-02-06). Russia's Precision Strikes: Energy System, Mercenaries, HIMARS, F-16. globalresearch.ca The Russian military continues improving its
(2026-02-06). New Zealand deputy PM heckled day after saying colonisation good for Maori. aljazeera.com PM calls for civil debate as government faces backlash over efforts to roll back policies to support Maori community.
(2026-02-06). Did Brussels interfere in Europe's elections? fallout spreads. strategic-culture.su A U.S. report has reignited accusations that Brussels crossed from regulation into political control, with critics warning the implications reach far beyond one country. | Javier VILLAMOR | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-02-06). California can meet its clean energy goals with the Port of Humboldt Marine Terminal. indybay.org The Port of Humboldt continues to plan to transform the port for offshore wind power by 2036 bolstered by the Trump administration loosing 5 offshore wind stoppage cases on the East Coast. Offshore wind energy is clean and means energy security.
(2026-02-06). The UK quit coal. But is burning Louisiana's trees any better? grist.org 
Kathleen Watts' flowers bloom much brighter now that the wind no longer blows black. Pulling weeds in the garden outside her redbrick house, she recalled when coal dust would sometimes drift through her quiet corner of northern England, a rolling patchwork of farms and villages under the shadow of what was once the United Kingdom's largest coal-burning power station. | "When the dust came our way, we'd have to come out and clean our windows," said Watts, who has lived in the North Yorkshire village of Barlow for more than 30 years. "And when we'd get snow in winter, there'd be a lot of black over it." | Thankf…
(2026-02-06). Smith, Burger to carry SA flag at Winter Games. sanews.gov.za Smith, Burger to carry SA flag at Winter Games | With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games set to get underway, cross-country skier Matthew Smith and skeleton athlete Nicole Burger have been selected to carry the South African flag at the opening ceremony of the games. ⚪ "Smith (35) and Burger (31) are the oldest members among the five athletes who will do duty for Team SA at the XXV Winter Olympics. This is the biggest delegation that the country has ever sent to a Winter Games. All five are experiencing their first Winter Olympics at senior level," the South African Sports Confederation, Olympic and Paralympic Commi…
(2026-02-06). Hong Kong to sentence media mogul Jimmy Lai on national security conviction. aljazeera.com Lai's case has been condemned internationally by free speech advocates, human rights groups and global leaders.
(2026-02-06). Actor Mark Ruffalo tells dirtbag billionaire Kevin O'Leary to shut the ____ up over ICE. thecanary.co 
Mark Ruffalo has taken to Threads to issue a brutal takedown of Kevin O'Leary after the billionaire mocked Billie Eilish's recent Grammy's speech in which she condemned ICE federal agents in the US. O'Leary appeared on Fox News slating famous people who decide to 'get political'. However, the right-wing pundit might consider that their political decisions […] | By
(2026-02-06). Taraweeh Schedule 2026 for Masjid Nabawi Madinah Released. ummid.com The General Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques Tuesday February 03, 2026 released the schedule of Taraweeh – Special Night Prayers offered during the Holy Month of Ramadan 2026 /1447AH, at Masjid Nabawi (The Prophet's Mosque) in Madinah al Munawwarah.
(2026-02-06). Trump Steps Into Tokyo's Ballot Box. moderndiplomacy.eu With just days to go before Japan heads to the polls, U.S. President Donald Trump has made an unusually direct intervention, offering what he called his "complete and total endorsement" of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The backing comes as Japan's first female leader seeks a fresh mandate for an ambitious economic and defence agenda that …
(2026-02-06). Israeli strikes intensify in southern Lebanon as ceasefire violations mount. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli forces have stepped up airstrikes across southern Lebanon over the past week, hitting areas in the Jezzine, Hasbaya, Nabatieh, and Tyre districts, according to regional and official reports. On Thursday, Israeli aircraft struck the Mahmoudieh hills in Jezzine and Wadi Borghoz in Hasbaya, with the Israeli military saying the operations targeted Hezbollah positions.Earlier strikes on Monday and Tuesday killed at least one civilian and wounded several others. Attacks were reported in Ansariyeh and Al-Qlailah, where drones hit vehicles and residential buildings. Lebanon's health ministry said eight…
(2026-02-06). The Breach: Iran-Contra and the Assault on American Democracy (Review). nacla.org 
Alan McPherson's book treats the Iran-Contra affair as a turning point in U.S. history, one which normalized the erosion of key democratic principles and helped birth our current (dis)order.
(2026-02-06). Gauteng launches smart licensing centre in Randfontein. sanews.gov.za Gauteng launches smart licensing centre in Randfontein | The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has unveiled the state-of-the-art Umphakathi Mall Smart Driver's Licensing Testing Centre (DLTC) in Randfontein, within the Rand West City Local Municipality. ⚪ The launch of the centre marks a significant milestone in the Gauteng Provincial Government's ongoing programme to modernise Driver's Licensing Testing Centres across the province. ⚪ The facility is designed to redefine vehicle and driver licensing services by enhancing customer experience through the use of smart technologies, impro…
(2026-02-06). The Hidden Cost of AI: How Data Centers Are Straining Water, Power, and Communities. dissidentvoice.org Editor's Note: This is the second of two Dispatches on AI data centers; read the previous article, by Alefiya Presswala, here. The residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are upset. Soon, construction will begin on a 2.2 million-square-foot data center located just outside the small rural town, which will ultimately serve two Big Tech companies: Oracle …
(2026-02-06). The braggart soldier returns: Trump on the grand stage of ego. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-06). Gold fluctuations baffle Lebanese jewellers, gold market. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera hit the streets of Beirut to talk to people who work with gold about the recent fluctuations.
(2026-02-06). China's top court boosts engagement with NPC deputies. ecns.cn The Supreme People's Court announced on Thursday that it addressed 469 suggestions from deputies at the third session of the 14th National People's Congress in 2025, nearly a 30 percent increase from the 361 proposals received in 2024.
(2026-02-06). 18 Senegalese detainees from AFCON final in Morocco go on hunger strike. aljazeera.com Senegal lifted the AFCON title but a penalty for hosts Morocco led to disruption on and off the field with arrests made.
(2026-02-06). When does Ramadan 2026 start and why does it vary. newarab.com 
The holy Muslim month of
(2026-02-06). Why Not Another Half Trillion Dollars for War? worldbeyondwar.org 
Normally, when one develops all the symptoms of a disease, the response ought not to be exacerbating the disease, but seeking to cure it. Approaches to healthcare in the United States have gone off the rails, of course, but think about the disease of military spending. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-02-06). US destroys another alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 2. scmp.com The US military said on Thursday that it carried out another deadly strike on a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean. | US Southern Command said on social media that the boat "was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific and was engaged in narco-trafficking operations". It said the strike killed two people. | A video linked to…
(2026-02-06). Happy Birthday: Childhood, class and survival in modern Cairo. newarab.com 
(2026-02-06). J-10s carry out flight shows in Singapore. ecns.cn The J-10 fighter jets from the People's Liberation Army Air Force have conducted two aerobatic performances at the 10th Singapore Airshow, and are scheduled to make the last one on Saturday, according to the PLA Air Force.
(2026-02-06). End of US-Russia nuclear pact 'grave moment': UN chief. ecns.cn United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Wednesday that the expiration of New START, the US-Russia nuclear arms reduction treaty, marks a grave moment for international peace and security.
(2026-02-06). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-02-06). Friday 2/6: Free Food Church in Zayante every Friday ~4-7+ pm RAIN or Shine new location in Zayante. indybay.org NEW LOCATION in Zayante (9210 East Zayante Rd.*@ Little library next door to Zayante Creek Market & Deli *) #Zayante Limited parking…
(2026-02-06). Mexico's tariffs on India are a double whammy after US tariffs. aljazeera.com The steep hikes by Mexico have devastated several Indian industries already reeling under crushing US tariffs.
(2026-02-06). Saturday 2/7: Free virtual screening of the (recorded) play "The Return" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jG5f……
(2026-02-06). The madness of King Bibi: Netanyahu laments the fall of the democracy he destroyed. haaretz.com Knesset's anniversary turns into a celebration for the destroyer of Israel's democracy ‚ñ As the prime minister nears the end of his criminal testimony, he's likely to intensify his campaign against Israel's attorney general…
(2026-02-06). 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.
(2026-02-06). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-06). Trump's America First doctrine is remaking global diplomacy. aljazeera.com Trump is using military strength and economic pressure to advance US interests.
(2026-02-06). Jimmy Lai's Reckoning: A Verdict That Reaches Far Beyond Hong Kong. moderndiplomacy.eu Hong Kong media tycoon and pro-democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai will be sentenced on February 9, marking the final chapter of one of the most consequential national security trials since Beijing imposed its sweeping law on the city. Lai, 78, founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper, was convicted in December on charges of colluding with …
(2026-02-06). Trump launches another programme that only serves the rich to distract from him being a rapist. thecanary.co 
Keen to divert attention away from the fact he's a massive ____ing pedo, Donald Trump announced a new drugs initiative yesterday. TrumpRx will apparently give users "the world's lowest prices on prescription drugs". However, as with most of the pervert in chief's plans, this will benefit very few average Americans. TrumpRx is too good to […] | By
(2026-02-06). CARTOONS: Donald Trump is on thin I.C.E. with immigrants. independentaustralia.net 
(2006-02-26). Hasina's absence alters Gopalganj's political landscape ahead of February 12 Polls. tribune.com.pk 
For the first time in decades, the image that once defined the hometown of Bangladesh's ousted premier Sheikh Hasina during elections, her Awami League party's "boat" symbol, is absent. | In its place, posters of rivals like the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the Jamaat‚Äëe‚ÄëIslami party and independents urge voters in Gopalganj to back them in the February 12 election. | The Gopalganj district has long been considered the Awami League's safest ground, producing Hasina, the country's longest-serving prime minister, and her father, Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibu…
(2026-02-06). Zionist Israel: The Scourge of Our Times. counterpunch.org 
The investment of American governmental and corporate forces (systems) in defending and/or downplaying Israeli genocide has numbed the conscience and accelerated ferocity in a nation fully steeped in a violent reality; a reality playing out on its streets today. Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the Palestinian territories, effectively expressed what many are feeling about
(2026-02-06). Minister Tau leads SA delegation to China for key trade talks. sanews.gov.za Minister Tau leads SA delegation to China for key trade talks | By Themba Thobela | Beijing, China – South Africa's Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, is leading a high-level delegation to Beijing, China, for the Joint Economic Trade Commission (JETC), where he is meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao. | The move underscores the importance of the strategic economic relationship between the two nations. | The two Ministers have signed the China-Africa Economic Partnership Agreement (CAEPA), a landmark deal set to grant South African exports duty free access to…
(2026-02-06). CK Hutchison Calls For Arbitration Against Panama After Perceived Lawfare In Port Concession Annulment. globalresearch.ca Panama Ports Company (PPC), subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings, the Hong Kong-based multinational conglomerate,
(2026-02-06). Chinese double-Olympics volunteer serves as first torchbearer as flame arrives in Italy. ecns.cn Chinese double-Olympics volunteer Zhang Wenquan, who served at the Beijing 2008 and Beijing 2022 Games, became the first torchbearer as the 2026 Winter Olympics flame arrived in Milan on Thursday.
(2026-02-06). Delaware legislation would restrict proliferation of liquor stores, particularly in Wilmington. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware lawmakers could consider allowing Wilmington to enact stricter requirements for new liquor stores. | The Wilmington City Council passed a resolution in November urging the General Assembly to give them more control over the proliferation of these package stores in the city. | Councilman Coby Owens said there's a certain racial and geographic element to where existing retailers are currently located. | "I think it's very clear here in the city of Wilmington that we h…
(2026-02-06). Government congratulates Prof Marivate. sanews.gov.za Government congratulates Prof Marivate | Government has congratulated Professor Vukosi Marivate on the recommendation by the United Nations Secretary-General to appoint him as a member of the Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence. ⚪ In a statement on Thursday, government said Professor Marivate of the University of Pretoria was recommended alongside 40 leading experts from across the world, drawn from diverse disciplines and recognised for their significant expertise in artificial intelligence and related fields. ⚪ "The panel will be the first global, fully independent scientifi…
(2026-02-06). Two generations, one monster: The enduring power of Stranger Things. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-06). Academic Freedom: Trump's University Blackmail Results. scheerpost.com President Donald Trump signs an Executive Order to dismantle the Department of Education, Thursday, March 20, 2025, in the East Room of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Molly Riley) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Diego Ramos / Original to ScheerPost | Universities in 2025 proved that the federal government…
(2026-02-06). US military kills two people in latest attack on vessel in the Pacific. aljazeera.com US says two people were killed in strike on a vessel in the Pacific Ocean, continuing a campaign denounced as illegal.
(2026-02-06). Press TV (Iran) interview on termination of the New START Treaty. gilbertdoctorow.com 5 February 2026 |
(2026-02-06). Google closing in on OpenAI in AI race. ummid.com Google is slowly but steadily closing in on its key rival OpenAI in the Artificial Intelligence race, the latest data released by the tech giant's parent company Alphabet has revealed.
(2026-02-06). West Bengal Board Class 12 Model Question Paper Released. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has released Model Question Papers for Class 12th Uchha Madhyamik or Higher Secondary Semester 4 Board Examinations 2026.
(2026-02-06). Meet Moya: First robot with almost 100% human-like body language. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A new humanoid robot called "Moya" has sparked wide interaction on social media after videos surfaced showing its ability to walk, make eye contact, and display remarkably human-like facial expressions.The Chinese robotics company "DroidUp" unveiled Moya at an official presentation in Shanghai, stressing that it is the world's first robot fully powered by "embodied AI" technology. This technology allows the robot to perceive, think, and interact within the real world, like a real person.The robot was seen smiling, nodding its head, maintaining eye contact, and walking with a gait remarkably close to na…
(2006-02-26). Operation Radd-ul-Fitna: Mirak Khan Chakrani, 25 others surrender. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-06). Vietnam's Delicate Balancing Act Between Washington and Beijing. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's trade surplus with the United States surged in January, underscoring Hanoi's increasingly complex position at the heart of global supply chains. Official data showed the surplus grew by nearly 30% year on year, even as imports from China climbed to a new monthly record, highlighting how Vietnam's export boom to the U.S. remains deeply …
(2026-02-06). Trump Get Spectacularly Richer, While Putting the Country on a Path to Poverty. counterpunch.org 
Contrary to what many people may believe, Donald Trump is not a very impressive businessman. Not only has he had six businesses that went bankrupt, several of his other ventures failed and faded away. The now defunct Trump University was sued for defrauding students, and Trump settled for $25 million. The Trump Ice bottled water
(2026-02-06). Chinese courts provide judicial aid to over 128,600 people over past three years. ecns.cn Chinese courts provided judicial assistance to more than 128,600 individuals in 90,400 cases from 2023 to 2025, significantly alleviating hardships for many in need, an official from China's top court said on Friday.
(2026-02-06). NASA's Juno mission finds Jupiter smaller, flatter than previously thought. ecns.cn Data from NASA's Juno mission show that Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, is slightly smaller and more "squashed" than previously believed, the U.S. space agency said on Wednesday.
(2026-02-06). Analyzing the US' Reported Plans to Once Again Store Tactical Nukes in the UK. globalresearch.ca It's possible that the US — whether under Trump 2.0 or whichever administration, including a possible Democrat one, comes afterwards — might agree to transfer its tactical nukes to Estonia in parallel with a possible British F-35A deployment to the …
(2026-02-06). Mexico's Cuba Dilemma: Fuel, Tariffs and a Humanitarian Tightrope. moderndiplomacy.eu Mexico is quietly searching for a way to send fuel to Cuba without provoking U.S. retaliation, as Washington threatens tariffs on countries supplying energy to the crisis-hit island. According to sources familiar with the discussions, senior Mexican officials are in near-constant contact with U.S. counterparts, seeking clarity on how far President Donald Trump's tariff threats …
(2026-02-06). Why Lindsey Graham cut short a meeting with Lebanon's army chief. newarab.com 
US Senator In a post on X on Thursday, Graham said he "had a very brief meeting" in Washington after asking Lebanese Armed Forces commander Rodolphe Haykal whether the Lebanese army considered Graham said that Haykal, who returned from his four-day…
(2026-02-06). Pentagon Inks Massive $200 Million Deal to Buy Controversial Cluster Weapons From Israel. theintercept.com 
The Department of Defense has quietly signed a $210 million deal to buy advanced cluster shells from one of Israel's state-owned arms companies, marking unusually large new commitments to a class of weapons and an Israeli defense establishment both widely condemned for their indiscriminate killing of civilians. | The deal, signed in September and not previously reported, is the department's largest contract to purchase weapons from an Israeli company in available records, according to an
(2026-02-06). China's Military Purge: Power, Paranoia and the Silence Before a Storm. moderndiplomacy.eu When U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met General Zhang Youxia in Beijing in August 2024, the contrast was striking. The American envoy appeared weary; the veteran Chinese general, relaxed and confident. Zhang, then the most powerful uniformed officer in the People's Liberation Army and a lifelong confidant of President Xi Jinping, spoke warmly about …
(2026-02-06). Senior Russian Muslim Leader Says Faithful Should Avoid Praying In Public OpEd. eurasiareview.com The approach of Ramadan means that tens of thousands if not more of Russia's Muslims will gather outside the few mosques the Kremlin has allowed them to open, an event that attracts widespread attention among Russians because it highlights just how many religious Muslims there are in the Russian Federation. | Moscow officials have tried to discourage the faithful from attending in various ways, but now they have gained an important ally in that effort: Talgat Tajuddin, the head of the Central Muslim Directorate in Ufa, the last Soviet-appointed mufti still in office, and the self-styled Supreme Mufti of Russia…
(2026-02-06). Belarusian army receives 16 new products from State Authority for Military Industry in 2025. eng.belta.by At the board meeting, the State Authority for Military Industry will review its performance in 2025 and over the last five-year period and discuss tasks for 2026.
(2026-02-06). Thailand eyes $1.3b revenue via festival. ecns.cn Thailand is gearing up to celebrate Chinese New Year with a variety of cultural festivities planned nationwide to mark the Year of the Horse and the 51st anniversary of Thailand-China diplomatic ties, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, or TAT, announced.
(2026-02-06). Dooming the Chagos deal: the Diego Garcia dilemma. onlineopinion.com.au A deal meant to close a colonial wound is now hostage to Donald Trump and the Chagossians remain spectators to their own fate.
(2026-02-06). Famine spreading in Sudan's Darfur, UN-backed experts warn. newarab.com 
Famine is spreading in Since April 2023, the
(2026-02-06). Cyclone Harry's Mediterranean Massacre: At Least 1,000 Migrants Lost at Sea, Fortress Europe's Deadly Legacy. counterpunch.org 
Cyclone Harry tore through the central Mediterranean in mid-January 2026 with a ferocity that shattered records—winds howling at gale force, waves cresting 16 meters, rain falling in sheets across southern Italy, Malta, and Tunisia. On land, the storm flooded homes, created landslides and crippled infrastructure leaving billions of euros worth of devastation in its wake.
(2026-02-06). What happens when a neighborhood is built around a farm. grist.org 
Picture the bucolic little town of a fairy tale. At its core stand medieval buildings, a square where folks hawk their goods, and perhaps a well to provide water. Beyond the defensive wall radiate agricultural fields, where people toil to bring grains, fruits, and vegetables to market. | Invert that for modern times and you've got the idea behind "agrihoods," communities designed around a central farm. Like
(2026-02-06). 2016 Sacramento Regional Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony. indybay.org California United States Colored Troops, 1,918 who reportedly enlisted from California so acknowledged and honored for their service to our nation.
(2026-02-06). 'Abject immorality': Polanski calls out Wes Streeting for betraying trans people. thecanary.co 
Zack Polanski has called out Wes Streeting for his relentless social media attacks during an interview with The London Standard. Polanski pointed out that, unlike Streeting, he's a gay man who is not willing to throw the trans community under a bus. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Standard […] | By
(2026-02-06). The death of 'America First'. responsiblestatecraft.org In 2019, John Bolton
(2026-02-06). Indigenous scholarships having positive impact on student success. independentaustralia.net 
It remains a major national challenge, with many factors influencing it, including physical, cultural, economic and informational…
(2026-02-06). ‚Å Met police refuse to say if it shared classified documents with Israel lobby groups. thecanary.co 
The Met Police is refusing to admit the existence of a classified document, which pro-Israel groups used to lobby the government over the proscription of Palestine Action. In a document produced by We Believe in Israel, Stop the Hate UK, and The Shield of David, it states: In July 2022, the group was investigated under […] | By
(2026-02-06). Cut bloated military commands, get rid of 'mission creep'. responsiblestatecraft.org This article is the latest installment in our Quincy Institute/Responsible Statecraft project series highlighting the writing and reporting of U.S. military veterans.
(2026-02-06). Taiwan's Drone Gamble: Cheap, Fast and Built for a China Fight. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan has taken a significant step toward reshaping its military deterrence by teaming up with U.S. defence firm Kratos to develop jet-powered attack drones designed for mass deployment. The collaboration, confirmed after successful testing in the United States, reflects Taipei's growing urgency to counter China's rising military pressure with weapons that are affordable, survivable and …
(2026-02-06). Chinese mainland criticizes DPP banknote redesign as 'de-Sinicization' move. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland on Wednesday criticized Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party authorities for redesigning Taiwan dollar banknotes in a way it said promotes "de-Sinicization," citing the removal of images of historical Chinese political figures such as Sun Yat-sen.
(2026-02-06). Philly 'Carry the torch of resistance' march. workers.org 
Almost 100 people marched in 20-degree weather chanting "IOF, ICE, PPD — they're all the same!" behind a "Right to resist, Right to return" banner in Philadelphia Feb. 1. Organized by the Philly Palestine Coalition, they marched from Rittenhouse Square to the Art Museum, placing a focus on political prisoners . . . |
(2026-02-06). Layoffs by US firms tripled in January, as mass job cuts accelerate to Great Recession levels. wsws.org The wave of layoffs is part of a global jobs bloodbath, driven by a ruthless global search for new sources of profit to sustain uncontrollable levels of debt and financial bubbles on which the wealth of the oligarchy rests.
(2026-02-06). When a Backup Steals Your Life's Work: My Experience with pCloud on macOS. dissidentvoice.org Our readers are not used to seeing this type of article. However, it offers a peek into the troubles one can encounter, also when working for peace and art — processes that are never revealed in the final text, video or image. The experience involved starting up my Mac and finding only empty folders on …
(2026-02-06). South Africa expels Israeli envoy. ummid.com South Africa has expelled Israel envoy in the country Ariel Seidman.
(2026-02-06). RWABWOGO: Uganda eyes U.S. AGOA market. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Odrek Rwabwogo, chairperson of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Export and Industrial Development (PACEID), says Uganda is seeking to regain and expand access to the United States market following the reauthorization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Rwabwogo says the extension restores an important trade opportunity for …
(2026-02-06). Inside China's robot valley, where the future gets built at speed of proximity. independent.co.ug 
SHENZHEN, Xinhua | THE INDEPENDENT | When a Chinese robotics innovator faced an urgent space crunch for his laser sensor startup a few years ago, he did what many entrepreneurs in the country's southern tech hub of Shenzhen do: he called the local government. By the next day, multiple authorities responded. Within three months, Qiu …
(2026-02-06). Ukraine Govt Says Needs Stronger Air Defense To Protect Against Russian Attacks, Calls For Additional Missiles For Air Defense Systems. eurasiareview.com Ukraine's Deputy Head of the Office of the President Ihor Zhovkva held a meeting Thursday with a delegation of the European Parliament Committee on Security and Defense (SEDE), led by the Committee Chair Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann. The meeting was attended by representatives of European Union member states, including Belgium, Estonia, Ireland, Germany, and France. | In the meeting Ihor Zhovkva specifically said that Ukraine needs stronger air defense to protect against Ru…
(2026-02-06). Law and order is key issue in Bangladesh election. aljazeera.com Law and order is a key issue ahead of the general election in Bangladesh.
(2026-02-06). 19.5 mn foreigners perform Hajj, Umrah in 2025. ummid.com A total of 19.5 million foreigners performed Hajj and Umrah in the year 2025, the latest data released by the concerned department.
(2026-02-06). China's innovations offer lessons to Kenya. ecns.cn As Kenya seeks to harness its rich indigenous knowledge and convert it into market-ready innovations, the country could borrow experiences from China, experts say.
(2026-02-06). Trump goes full racist and depicts the Obamas as apes. thecanary.co 
At this point, the following shouldn't surprise anyone about Trump, and yet it is staggering to see: BREAKING: Trump just posted an incredibly racist photo of the Obama's faces photoshopped on to the body of apes. Every day is a new rock bottom for this ugly pig. pic.twitter.com/GlMM7Cfjoe — Dean Withers (@itsdeaann) February 6, 2026 […] | By
(2026-02-06). Chat Bots, AI, Healthcare, Profiteering & Patients With NUHW Kaiser LCSW Worker. indybay.org Kaiser is demanding the massive introduction of AI Chatbots in mental healthcare to eliminate workers and increase their profits. It will have serious affects on all Kaiser patients and healthcare…
(2026-02-06). Why Trump's War on Iran is Slipping Out of Washington Grip. ummid.com Trump may have already lost this war — just as he lost face and credibility by failing to follow through on his threats or translate them into aggressive action on Iranian soil.
(2026-02-06). Democrats demand reforms to Homeland Security over immigration operations. aljazeera.com An impasse in Congress over immigration reforms could stymie a funding bill for the US Department of Homeland Security.
(2026-02-06). The UK's Anti-Migrant Right Is Surging. Local Elections Will Test Their Power. truthout.org In recent months, as the anti-immigrant Reform U.K. Party surged to the top of the polls, the U.K.'s Labour government has sought to make it harder for immigrants to get "indefinite leave to remain" — essentially a British version of the U.S. green card — as well as restrict access to benefits for immigrants. Currently, immigrants can seek "indefinite leave to remain" after five years in the… |
(2026-02-06). Shandong's smart eco-park celebrates topping-out with advanced building skill. ecns.cn The largest public ecological park in East China's Shandong province, which features a sewage treatment plant in its underground level and a sports park on its upper level, ushered in the topping-out of its main structures on Feb 2.
(2026-02-06). A Centenary of African American Historical Recognition. wibailoutpeople.org 
Dr. Carter G. Woodson began the holiday in 1926 amid the cultural renaissance among Black people in the United States By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireThursday February 5, 2026Historical Review On this 100th anniversary of the founding of "Negro History Week" in February 1926, the field of African American historical studies continues to be denigrated …
(2026-02-06). Union Budget 2026: Significant Hike in Defence Allocation. ummid.com While presenting the budget for FY 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman earmarked a record ‚Çπ7.85 lakh crore allocation for the county's defence sector, post-Operation Sindoor.
(2026-02-06). Evil Propaganda: Zelensky claims Ukraine Lost only 55,000 soldiers while killing over 1,200,000 Russians. globalresearch.ca While the entire world is in shock as
(2026-02-06). China unveils digital upgrades to improve visitor experience. ecns.cn China's cyberspace regulator, along with 10 other agencies, have rolled out new guidance to make the country's app-driven daily life easier for foreign visitors and people from outside the Chinese mainland, addressing persistent challenges in mobile payments, telecom sign-ups, and transportation, as Beijing seeks to deepen its high-standard opening-up.
(2026-02-06). Capitalism's General Crisis is Back with a Vengeance. dissidentvoice.org Why are we experiencing a period of such crisis in international relations in Britain, Europe, the Americas and across the world? So many responses to this question fail to locate it in what the international communist movement has long called the "general crisis of capitalism." At its base, capitalism cannot resolve the cyclical and structural …
(2026-02-06). India vs United States: T20 World Cup — teams, start time, lineups. aljazeera.com Tournament co-hosts India begin the defence of their T20 World Cup title under no illusion about their US opponents.
(2026-02-06). Mamdani caps 1 month of betrayal with endorsement of right-wing Democrat Kathy Hochul. wsws.org In his short time as mayor, Mamdani has already accomplished a great deal—in comprehensively betraying and repudiating the oppositional sentiment that propelled him to office.
(2026-02-06). Thursday 2/26: Show Up to Court Hearing, Lawsuit Against the Navy Over Toxic Contamination of Shipyard. indybay.org MEET IN FRONT OF THE OLD FEDERAL BUILDING | 450 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-02-06). Forbidden Love series to get Arabic version: All you need to know. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The Arab audience is excited after the news that the Turkish series "Ask-ƒ± Memnu" [Forbidden Love], which gained massive viewership ratings when it was first showcased in 2010, is getting an Arabic version.Turkish series Forbidden Love made a big fanbase in the Middle East and Arab countries when it first broadcast 16 years ago in the original copy, which was back then dubbed into Arabic.A possible Arabic version will be aired in the second half of 2026, after the Layl series, which depicts the Turkish story of Sefirin Kƒ±zƒ± [The Ambassador's Daughter] is now airin…
(2026-02-06). Founder says fundraising details to be disclosed after new site for Beijing Smile Angel Children's Hospital confirmed. ecns.cn Actor-turned-entrepreneur Li Yapeng said on Wednesday that details regarding public donations to Beijing Smile Angel Children's Hospital will be disclosed after a new site for the hospital is confirmed.
(2026-02-06). Canada unveils EV strategy, seeks deeper cooperation with China. ecns.cn Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new strategy for electric vehicles (EVs) on Thursday, which includes the relaunch of purchase incentives and plans to work with China to advance domestic production and exports of EVs.
(2026-02-06). Ukrainian MPs continue resigning in large numbers. infobrics.org It is possible that the Ukrainian Rada will soon lack the minimum quorum to continue functioning.
(2026-02-06). World Must Help Ease Southern Africa's Flood Crisis Analysis. eurasiareview.com Southern Africa is Prolonged and intense rainfall has inundated vast areas of Mozambique, South Africa, Zimbabwe and neighboring countries. This has destroyed homes, critical inf…
(2026-02-06). Universidad de La Habana ajusta sus actividades ante déficit energético. radiohc.cu La Universidad de La Habana (UH) informó este jueves un conjunto de disposiciones para garantizar la continuidad de sus procesos académicos y administrativos, tras las medidas anunciadas por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos, que complejizan aún más la entrada de combustibles al país, | Según comunicado publicado en el canal de WhatsApp de la referida casa de altos estudios, de acuerdo con las orientaciones emitidas por el presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel y el Ministerio de Educación Superior, la institución decidió extender la modalidad semipresencial a todas las carreras y programas de Técnico Superior…
(2026-02-06). Canciller asegura que política de asfixia de EE.UU. sobre Cuba está aislada. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez aseguró este jueves que las muestras de solidaridad internacional con Cuba evidencian el aislacionismo de la política estadounidense de asfixia y guerra económica contra el pueblo de la mayor isla de las Antillas. | En su cuenta en la red social X, el canciller agradeció los comunicados emitidos por el Movimiento de Países No Alineados (MNOAL) y el Grupo de Amigos en Defensa de la Carta, en rechazo a las medidas anunciadas por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos, dirigidas a impedir la importación de petróleo por Cuba.Estas medidas, que sancionan a países con relaci…
(2026-02-06). Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Cienfuegos reafirma posición revolucionaria. radiohc.cu "La verdadera amenaza es el desafío de 67 años de una pequeña nación insular, que se ha negado a renunciar a su soberanía" manifestaron estudiantes, profesores y trabajadores de la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de la ciudad cubana de Cienfuegos. | Reafirmaron la posición revolucionaria frente al injusto y criminal bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero que el gobierno de los Estados Unidos mantiene contra Cuba desde hace más de seis décadas. | "El bloqueo no es sólo contra el Estado, es contra los familiares, niños, enfermos y trabajadores que cada día salen a cumplir con su deber, aun así nuestro pueblo dem…
(2026-02-06). Canciller asegura que política de asfixia de EE.UU. sobre Cuba está aislada. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez aseguró este jueves que las muestras de solidaridad internacional con Cuba evidencian el aislacionismo de la política estadounidense de asfixia y guerra económica contra el pueblo de la mayor isla de las Antillas. | En su cuenta en la red social X, el canciller agradeció los comunicados emitidos por el Movimiento de Países No Alineados (MNOAL) y el Grupo de Amigos en Defensa de la Carta, en rechazo a las medidas anunciadas por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos, dirigidas a impedir la importación de petróleo por Cuba.Estas medidas, que sancionan a países con relaci…
(2026-02-06). Encuentro Juvenil Internacional expresa solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Un Encuentro Juvenil Internacional de Solidaridad con Cuba tuvo lugar este jueves en la sede nacional de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas (UJC), con motivo de la escalada agresiva de Estados Unidos contra la mayor isla de las Antillas. | Meyvis Estévez Echevarría, primera secretaria del Comité Nacional de la UJC, encabezó la cita virtual, en la que coincidieron más de 120 organizaciones juveniles de 61 países que más allá de un abrazo colectivo expresaron su profunda preocupación y apoyo al pueblo cubano. | Participaron, además, Chabeli Arencibia Martel, presidenta de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí, y una r…
(2026-02-06). Un consultorio en Guinea Bissau apoyado por los cubanos. radiohc.cu 
Un graduado de la Facultad de Medicina Raúl Díaz Argàºelles en Guinea Bissau, el joven Fernando Menda Nogueira coordinó la apertura de un consultorio médico en el Centro Politécnico Infantil SOS, donde estudian niños y adolescentes con grandes carencias materiales. | Nos cuenta que la iniciativa surgió durante sus estudios con los profesores cubanos, que explicaron acerca del sistema de salud pública con cobertura para el cien por ciento de la población y atención médica gratuita. Por tanto, el hoy médico pensó en alguna ayuda para guineanos necesitados de asistencia sanitaria, y lo conversó con los directiv…
(2026-02-06). Las naciones europeas no pueden ser soberanas dentro de la OTAN. strategic-culture.su Las naciones europeas invocan el lenguaje de la soberanía y la resistencia a Trump, mientras mantienen o incluso intensifican las estructuras de dependencia, en primer lugar la propia OTAN. | Thomas FAZI | àönete a nosotros en , y…
(2026-02-06). Basurero, basurero… øQué nadie quiere mirar? (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu La basura se ha vuelto parte del paisaje cotidiano en La Habana. En esquinas, solares y márgenes de avenidas se multiplican los microvertederos, mientras los contenedores escasean o permanecen rotos y desbordados.Con ese telón de fondo, a finales de 2025 e inicios de 2026 La Habana presentó para su aprobación una estrategia integral para la recogida de residuos sólidos, que contempla 49 medidas a corto, mediano y largo plazos.
(2026-02-06). Cuba y Vietnam estrechan alianza para producir vacuna antimeningocócica. radiohc.cu Calificado como un hito de cooperación científica, la firma del contrato de transferencia tecnológica para las etapas finales de producción de la vacuna VA-MENGOC-BC, entre el Instituto Finlay de Vacunas (IFV), de Cuba, y Vabiotech, de Vietnam, se realizó este jueves en la nación indochina. | La institución cubana resaltó en su cuenta en X, que este logro constituye el reto técnico más complejo asumido hasta hoy, el cual fue posible ´gracias a la sinergia de nuestras capacidades científico-tecnológicas ª. | ´Pero va más allá de lo técnico: es la prueba viva del poder transformador de la ciencia c…
(2026-02-06). ONU: Guterres expresó preocupación por impacto del brutal bloqueo de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu El secretario general de la ONU, António Guterres, expresó su preocupación por la situación humanitaria en Cuba tras la orden ejecutiva del presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, que refuerza brutalmente el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero que mantiene sobre la isla hace más de 60 años.Me han preguntado sobre la situación actual en Cuba y puedo decirles que el secretario general está muy preocupado por la situación humanitaria en Cuba, que empeorará si no se satisfacen sus necesidades de petróleo", dijo su portavoz Stéphane Dujarric. | El vocero recordó que"durante más de tres décadas, la Asamblea G…
(2026-02-06). Dutch climate skeptics vindicated: KNMI reinstates seven pre-1950 heatwaves after long battle. wattsupwiththat.com Seven years after Dutch skeptics first challenged KNMI's temperature adjustments, the institute has reinstated seven "lost" pre-1950 heatwaves at De Bilt — validating claims of over-correction that had erased 16 out of 23 historical extremes. The breakthrough came via the skeptics' peer-reviewed paper.
(2026-02-06). Basurero, basurero… øQué nadie quiere mirar? (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu La basura se ha vuelto parte del paisaje cotidiano en La Habana. En esquinas, solares y márgenes de avenidas se multiplican los microvertederos, mientras los contenedores escasean o permanecen rotos y desbordados.Con ese telón de fondo, a finales de 2025 e inicios de 2026 La Habana presentó para su aprobación una estrategia integral para la recogida de residuos sólidos, que contempla 49 medidas a corto, mediano y largo plazos.
(2026-02-06). Tibetan Lama Jhado Rinpoche Teaches Empowerment at Sera Jey Monastery in El Cerrito. indybay.org Jhado Rinpoche's teaching centered around Bodhipathpradipa (A Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment, Empowerment of Hayagriva, and Empowerment on the Three Longevity Deities- Amitayus, White Tara, and Ushnisha Vijaya.
(2026-02-06). The Story of Juan Hernández. counterpunch.org 
For the past 20 years, Juan Hernández has run his own tree-trimming company. He has his own crew. He pays them more than minimum wage and provides insurance. He knows from experience that many of them have obligations that extend back to Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala, family members and loved ones, living on the margins amid the daily depredations of gangs and paramilitaries, who depend on them.
(2026-02-06). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-06). Defending champion Su delivered under pressure to make big air final. ecns.cn Men's Snowboard Big Air Qualification – Livigno Snow Park, Livigno, Italy – February 05, 2026. Yiming Su of China reacts during his third run."I have to admit it that the first run tonight was so stressful, carrying the aura (as the defending champion)," Su said after securing his final berth.
2026-02-06: From Epstein to Gaza: The depravity of the western elite is now fully exposed | Soumaya Ghannoushi |
Soumaya Ghannoushi, a writer and expert in Middle East politics, argues that the sexual exploitation of children by elites in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and the mass killings of civilians overseas, such as those in Iraq and Gaza, are not fundamentally different but are the same system.