(2026-04-16). Headlines for April 16, 2026. democracynow.org Senate Narrowly Rejects Resolutions to Halt Iran War and Arms Sales to Israel, Iran Warns It Will Blockade the Sea of Oman and Red Sea Unless U.S. Ends Its Naval Blockade, Israel Continues Deadly Strikes on Lebanon Even as Diplomats Hold First Direct Talks in Decades, Palestinians Hold Funeral Procession for Five Killed in Israeli Strike on Gaza City, Pentagon Announces Fifth Deadly Strike on Alleged Drug Boat in a Week, Democrats File Articles of Impeachment Against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, The Guardian: Top Oil and Gas Companies Made $30M Per Hour in Windfall Profits from Iran War, Nine Killed as Turkey…
(2026-04-16). Trump announces complete blockade of Strait of Hormuz. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Sunday April 12, 2026 announced complete blockade of Strait of Hormuz, hours after Pakistan mediated talks between Iran and the United States collapsed.
(2026-04-16). Italian foreign minister in China to talk trade, Iran. newarab.com 
Italian Foreign Minister Tajani, a senior member of Italian Prime Minister "We're worki…
(2026-04-16). US, Iran Talks: Islamabad is Stage, Failure is Script. ummid.com What unfolds in Islamabad is not diplomacy by design, but necessity by failure – an American search for an exit from a war it could not win, and an Iranian willingness to talk only on terms that secure its position, not pause its vulnerability.
(2026-04-16). US-Iran: The Elusive Peace Deal. ummid.com As expected, the United States and Iran failed to reach a peace deal after high-stakes talks in the Pakistani capital, with American Vice President JD Vance saying Tehran refused to accept Washington's terms after 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, and Iran citing lack of American commitment to the talks.
(2026-04-16). 'Victor' Iran drops $270 billion bombshell: Trump Arab allies fear massive war reparations demand. hindustantimes.com 270 billion in damage, while officials discuss war reparations during talks in Islamabad. With civilian losses mounting and Trump's blockade facing resistance, tensions are rising fast. Are U.S. Arab allies about to pay the price for the conflict's aftermath? Watch the latest developments.
(2026-04-16). Last chance diplomacy? Pak Army Chief Munir in Tehran with US offer as Iran talks enter final phase. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-16). Thursday 4/16: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-16). Gaza's health system and patients pushed to the brink by Israel. newarab.com 
What was once a fragile system operating under years of illegal Israeli bl…
(2026-04-16). Senate again fails to block weapons to Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org Another effort to limit U.S. arms shipments to Israel failed in the Senate on Wednesday as the body voted down a pair of measures that would block certain military sales to the country. The two joint resolutions of disapproval — one targeting a $150 million sale of 1,000-pound bombs and the other a $300 million sale of bulldozers — failed by votes of 36-63 and 40-59, respectively. The votes marked the fourth effort to restrict arms sales to Israel since the start of the war on Gaza in October 2023.The vote count marked a meaningful improvement — some are even calling it 'historic — ove…
(2026-04-16). Gaza: Israeli sniper kills Palestinian schoolgirl in front of classmates. ummid.com Israeli occupation forces shot and killed a Palestinian schoolgirl Thursday April 09, 2026 in front of her classmates while she was studying in a tent classroom in northern Gaza.
(2026-04-16). Lebanon buries paramedics killed in Israeli 'triple-tap' strikes. newarab.com 
The method, which involves striking the same location multiple times to maximise casualties and prevent rescue efforts, has been repeatedly documented in Gaza during Israel's assault. | An Israeli strike on the town of Mayfadoun on Wednesday hit a team from t…
(2026-04-16). Thursday 4/16: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-04-16). Venezuelan workers protest persistent poverty amid privatizations and US corporate deals. wsws.org Mass protests are growing in Venezuela as workers face deepening poverty and repression, even while the government opens the country's oil and mineral wealth to US corporate exploitation.
(2026-04-16). 'The people have had enough and are taking to the streets': Interview with Venezuelan union leader Eduardo Sánchez. links.org.au 
Eduardo Sánchez discusses the recent economic measures announced by Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez and the rising protest movement for decent wages and pensions.
(2026-04-16). South Korea, Asia, Livid about Israeli role in Fuel Crisis. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Most US allies are deeply annoyed by the Netanyahu-Trump war on Iran and the consequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The war has taken around 11 million barrels a day off the market. The world used to produce a little over 100 million barrels a day before the war. While an 11 percent shortfall may not sound like much, the price consequence is much more than a 11% rise at the pump because drivers of gasoline vehicles have no choice but to buy gasoline, and with Saudi Arabia among the producers cut off from the Strait of Hormuz, the main swing producer cannot increase output.
(2026-04-16). France, UK to cohost talks on Hormuz. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron and the United Kingdom's Prime Minister Keir Starmer will cohost a video-conference with international leaders on Friday, aiming to chart a plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-16). Iran hasn't survived decades of hostile sanctions, assassinations and sabotage by accident it's by strategy. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Prince Taofeek Ajibade US President Donald Trump probably thinks he can starve a country that feeds itself. Washington is selling the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a chokehold. However, it is worth asking whether the hand actually reaches the throat. Iran shares land borders with seven countries — Türkiye, Iraq,…
(2026-04-16). Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz force us to reconsider the material benefits of fossil fuels. wattsupwiththat.com Energy "REALITY" tells us that we need refineries to convert crude oil into usable transportation fuels and products.
(2026-04-16). European states refuse to join in US blockade of Strait of Hormuz targeting Iran. wsws.org At the same time, European governments refused to clearly denounce or oppose a US blockade that threatens to cut off their access to energy supplies on which their economies depend.
(2026-04-16). Hormuz Crisis "Only Going to Get More Horrific Before It Gets Any Better" : Prof. Laleh Khalili. democracynow.org 
Amid the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, we speak with Laleh Khalili, a professor of Gulf studies who researches the shipping and logistics industry and its impact on the global economy. The U.S. implemented a naval blockade on Iran earlier this week, which Khalili says could lead to its military "firing on ships that it assumes are Iranian or carrying oil from Iran or other cargo to Iran." Iran, in response, could "interpret this as a belligerent action," ending the fragile ceasefire agreed to by both parties. "Iran is going to defend itself against this imperial imposition, and how it's going to d…
(2026-04-16). Amid Hormuz crisis, US to pull plug on Iran, Russia oil sanctions waiver? Trump aide ends suspense. hindustantimes.com The United States has signaled a firm stance on sanctions and energy policy amid rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, China, and Russia. Responding to questions on possible sanctions relief, Scott Bessent made it clear that there will be no renewal of general licenses for Iranian or Russian oil exports, tightening pressure on both nations. Officials revealed that China had been purchasing over 90% of Iran's oil exports, accounting for a significant portion of its energy needs. However, due to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a pause in Chinese buying is expected. The U.S. Treasury has also warned Chinese…
(2026-04-16). Ukraine's Zelensky in Berlin: Germany escalates its war offensive against Russia. wsws.org With the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East and Donald Trump's open threats of annihilation against Iran, all pretences are now being dropped in the war in Ukraine as well. Merz and Zelensky visited arms factories together and agreed on measures to return fit-for-service Ukrainian men in Germany to the front line.
(2026-04-16). The Trump/Newsom nuke war against renewables gets a Diablo push. nationofchange.org Together Trump and Newsom are pushing nuclear power plants whose drastic deregulation may now rival the dangers posed by any bombs Iran could produce.
(2026-04-16). They Always Tell You Why The Empire Uses Violence, But Never Why Its Enemies Do. caitlinjohnstone.com.au One common feature of western empire propaganda is that we are always given reasons for the empire's violence, while the violence of those who resist the empire tends to be framed as happening for no reason at all. | We've all been fed reasons for the US-Israeli war on Iran, and we all know what those reasons are. Even less-informed members of the western public will have heard something about the Iranians being a nuclear threat, having a tyrannical government, and maybe something about sponsoring te…
(2026-04-16). How did Israel's air defences perform against Iran's missiles. newarab.com 
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(2026-04-16). Caitlin Johnstone: I hope the US loses and the empire collapses. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone I don't mind admitting that I hope the US and Israel suffer a crushing, devastating defeat in Iran. I hope this war collapses the entire US empire. My only loyalty is to humanity, and being on Team Human in today's world means being against the US empire and against Israel. I…
(2026-04-16). The Dam Breaks: Democratic Senators Overwhelmingly Reject Arms Sales to Israel. theintercept.com 
Democratic senators overwhelmingly voted to block bomb and bulldozer sales to Israel on Wednesday, in a reflection of the Jewish state's plummeting stock among party rank-and-file and growing anger over the war with Iran. | The Democratic votes on the pair of resolutions from Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., were not enough to overcome universal opposition from Republicans. | "This is where the American people are. The polls are very clear." | Still, the votes represented a watershed moment in the party's relationship with Israel and the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israel had continued to enjoy…
(2026-04-16). As U.S. nears Iran deal, Israel pushes on toward a familiar dead end in Lebanon. haaretz.com Although Trump's messaging remains contradictory, Washington is trying to create the impression that the war in Iran is nearing its end ‚ñ The IDF signals intentions to advance north in Lebanon, but it is operating slowly and under U.S. restrictions ‚ñ And the assault on Bint Jbeil serves as a reminder that the town that became a symbol is an illusion that always ends badly…
(2026-04-16). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-16). US confirms loss of $238M surveillance drone during Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
rauryThe US Naval Safety Command has confirmed the loss of an MQ-4C Triton surveillance drone on April 9, classifying it as a Class A mishap, meaning damages exceeding $2 million, with no injuries to personnel. | The location of the incident was withheld for operational security reasons, but the drone was last tracked flying in international airspace toward Iran. There is no evidence that it went down in Iranian territory. | Read: Israel, Lebanon to speak on Thursday after 34 years | The high-altitude drone, valued at approximately $238 million, had been conducting a maritime surveillance mission over the Pers…
(2026-04-16). The changing regime in Washington. unitedworldint.com Interview with Jon B. Alterman, Senior Vice President of the U.S. Center for Strategic and International Studies Regime change in Teheran or in Washington? Though Washington declared regime change in Iran as one of its goals, many see more the change of regime in the U.S. capital. While the US-Israeli war against Iran is on …
(2026-04-16). US missile defences may take years to rebuild after Iran war. newarab.com 
The United States will need years to replenish its missile defences following the General Heath Collins, director of the Pentagon's Missile Defence Agency, told a congressional hearing that it will take a "number of years" to fully recover its The US and its regional allies used thousands of interceptors to defend against Iranian missile and drone attacks during the…
(2026-04-16). Record number of Democratic Senators vote to block Israel arms sales. haaretz.com Despite support from 40 of the 47 Democratic Senators – a historically significant increase in support – both of Bernie Sanders' measures were defeated…
(2026-04-16). China, Spain to deepen cooperation in innovation, industrial chains. ecns.cn China is willing to work with Spain to strengthen strategic alignment and policy coordination, continuously improve the business environment, and promote deeper cooperation among enterprises in technological innovation and industrial and supply chains, Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). Israel, Lebanon to speak after '34 years', says Trump. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak for the first time in 34 years on Thursday, as he claims he is "trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon." | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1164122… | The announcement came after Israel's and Lebanon's envoys to the US held rare, direct talks in Washington to discuss an end to Israeli attacks on its neighbour, according to Al Jazeera. Israel…
(2026-04-16). Peng Liyuan, Vietnam's first lady visit China's national center for performing arts. ecns.cn Peng Liyuan, wife of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Ngo Phuong Ly, wife of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnamese President To Lam, visited China's National Center for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). TS SSC Results 2026 – Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana is declaring on its official website 'bse.telangana.gov.in' the results of the students who appeared in the TS SSC (Class 10) examination in 2026.
(2026-04-16). China seeks public opinion on national standard for L2 driver assistance systems. ecns.cn China is soliciting public opinion regarding a mandatory national standard concerning safety requirements for Level 2 (L2) driver assistance systems in intelligent connected vehicles.
(2026-04-16). 'A bellwether for new forms of repression': 2 Indigenous rights advocates remain behind bars in Russia. grist.org Daria Egereva was supposed to be in New York next week. The Indigenous Selkup climate advocate was expected to return to the U.N. Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, where two years ago she spoke about how Indigenous peoples are confronting environmental degradation and climate change. Instead, this year she is in a Russian jail, facing up to 20 years in prison on terrorism charges. | Egereva was arrested on December 17 along with Natalya Leongardt, another Russian advocate for Indigenous peoples, whose name was not released publicly until last week. Both face accusations of participating in a terrorist grou…
(2026-04-16). Man with a Van vs Removal Company: Which Is Better in London? thecanary.co 
Every Londoner has experienced boxes piled up by the door, a lease that expires on Friday, and the knowledge that you haven't really arranged for a moving car. The worst mistakes are made when you put things off till the last minute, and moving house is no exception. Whether you're moving a studio flat in […] | By
(2026-04-16). Sino-Pakistan project yields satisfactory results. ecns.cn A hybrid rice variety, jointly developed by China's Wuhan University and the University of the Punjab in Pakistan, is moving toward wider commercial use in Pakistan.
(2026-04-16). Israeli shekel hits 30-year high against dollar. newarab.com 
Israel's currency, the According to Bank of Israel data, the shekel traded at 3.014 to the dollar at the close of Wednesday's session. | The last time the Israeli currency broke below the three-to-one threshold was in 1995, central bank records show. | Several factors have contributed to the shekel's appreciation. | "The dollar is weak in general," Asher Blass, a former chief econo…
(2026-04-16). The Fossil Fuel System Is Collapsing — and Taking Civilisation's Safety Net With It. bylinetimes.com 
The world has crossed a tipping point into an era of permanently declining fossil fuel supplies — and unless governments and industry act on that reality now, the result will be a full-system breakdown across every sector on which modern civilisation depends. | The war on Iran has broken five critical systems at the same time — energy, food, industry, pharmaceuticals and government finances — and each failure is feeding every other in a self-reinforcing spiral. The fossil fuel system driving it all was already in structural collapse before the first missile was fired. The war has accelerated…
(2026-04-16). Lebanon, Hezbollah, Israel: Negotiations at gunpoint. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-04-16). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-16). Watching US grip on global weapons market slowly slip away. responsiblestatecraft.org Several recent developments suggest that the longstanding dominance of the global arms market by the United States could be poised for decline, including in the Middle East. Given the way U.S. arms have been used in the region in this decade, a reduction in U.S. sales could be a plus for American security over the long-term. America's role in enabling violence in the Middle East is large, not only through cash sales to the Gulf States but through military aid to Israel. Israel has received over
(2026-04-16). EU working on jet fuel plan as Iran crisis threatens air travel. newarab.com 
The European Union is drafting plans to tackle a European airlines have warned of jet fuel shortages within weeks as a result of the From next month, the European Commission will intro…
(2026-04-16). Friday 4/17: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-16). Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell resigns amid sex scandal. wsws.org In less than 100 hours, Swalwell went from frontrunning candidate for governor of California to political oblivion.
(2026-04-16). and rape: The Black history of One Nation. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-16). "Depths of Hell" : Sudan Enters Fourth Year of Devastating Civil War Amid Growing Energy Crisis. democracynow.org 
Sudan marked three years since a bloody civil war began between its national army and the powerful Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group. The RSF revolted against the Sudanese Armed Forces after a 2021 military coup left it with diminished political power. The coup itself upended the civilian-led democratic revolution that ousted Sudan's longtime dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019. Both the RSF and SAF have been accused of major war crimes since the conflict began, reportedly carrying out ethnic cleansing, systemic sexual violence and starvation tactics on the country's civilian population. | "Th…
(2026-04-16). FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war. newarab.com 
Speaking at CNBC's Invest in America Forum, Infantino said it is important that Iran participates in the "The Iranian team is coming for sure, yes," Infantino said. "We hope that by the…
(2026-04-16). TUSC to field sixth largest number of local election candidates. thecanary.co 
Nominations have closed for the local elections taking place on 7 May. And the sixth-biggest bloc of candidates — behind Labour, the Tories, Reform, the Lib Dems and the Greens — consists of those using one of the Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition (TUSC) descriptions on their ballot paper. TUSC has been in touch with […] | By
(2026-04-16). Plague of bees swarming Israel described as 'Biblical'. thecanary.co 
On 15 April, social media was host to a great revelation — namely that swarms of bees had beset the tiny nation of Israel. Given Israel's warmongering activities over the past few years, many have interpreted the great plague as God asking the Israelis to put a lid on it: üö®üáÆüá±WATCH: Chaos in Israel as […] | By
(2026-04-16). The Bolivarian hypothesis: An interview with PSUV deputy Roy Daza. links.org.au 
Roy Daza analyses the Bolivarian revolution's trajectory, the economic, financial, and military pressures to which the country has been subjected, and how domestic policymaking has tried to cope with them.
(2026-04-16). How Israel benefits from funds earmarked for war industry. electronicintifada.net Firm owned by Elbit Systems boasts of going to the moon.
(2026-04-16). Escaping the Drone Siege in the Humanitarian Catastrophe of Oleshki. bylinetimes.com 
Oleshki, on the left bank of the Dnipro, has been under Russian occupation since 2022. Survivors describe it not as a front line, but as a drone siege zone. | Obtaining and verifying information from the drone-besieged area is challenging. The official authorities in the Ukrainian-controlled parts of the Kherson region maintain the connection, but telephone lines and the internet are down most of the time. | Many of the residents lost their phones during the Nova Kakhovka dam flood in summer 2023. Some manage to pick up the Ukrainian telephone connection or internet by risking a climb to the upper floors, wher…
(2026-04-16). When Assam Electorates Register Historic Polling Turnout. ummid.com With high voters' participation in Assam, the political observers in the region put two completely opposite predictions, where one group is favouring the return of the BJP-led government, and the other one, has been weighing for the Indian National Congress-led opposition alliance.
(2026-04-16). London mayor dodges Nakba march dispute between police, orgs. newarab.com 
London Mayor A spokesperson for Khan told The New Arab on Thursday, 16 April, that policing of protests is "an operational matter…
(2026-04-16). ALA, AFSCME Defend IMLS and Reach Settlement With Federal Government. portside.org ALA, AFSCME Defend IMLS and Reach Settlement With Federal Government |
(2026-04-16). Wednesday 4/15: Santa Cruz: Tax Day Protest. indybay.org Downtown Post Office, Front Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-16). Huge crowds greet Pope Leo in Cameroon 20 years after outreach trip. aljazeera.com Huge crowds have greeted Pope Leo in Cameroon, returning to a country he visited 20 years ago as 'Father Bob'.
(2026-04-16). Saturday 4/18: Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING San Jose. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José…
(2026-04-16). Iran halts petrochemical exports until further notice. newarab.com 
(2026-04-16). After Amazon worker dies at Troutdale, Oregon warehouse, management ordered employees to work around the body. wsws.org The death went unreported for a week before the online investigative outlet, the Western Edge, broke the story on April 13.
(2026-04-16). Heavenly Baba: Inside Ismael Loutfi's bold one-man comedy show. newarab.com 
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(2026-04-16). SAWS warns of two cold fronts. sanews.gov.za SAWS warns of two cold fronts | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of two cold fronts, with good rainfall amounts expected to affect the Western Cape and Northern Cape from Friday until Monday. | The cold fronts will result in a significant drop in the daytime temperatures. | "Maximum temperatures may be between 10-12 ∞C in places over the southern high-lying areas of the Namakwa (Northern Cape) as well as over the Central Karoo and western part of the Cape Winelands Districts (Western Cape). | "General windy conditions will accompany the cold and wet conditions. Additionally, wave heights…
(2026-04-16). Saturday 4/25: Communities Not Cages: National Day of Action to Stop ICE Warehouse Detention. indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-04-16). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-16). In historic Senate vote, 75% of Democrats vote to block arms sales to Israel. mondoweiss.net 
In a historic vote, 75% of Senate Democrats backed an effort to block weapons to Israel. The resolutions failed, but the vote was the latest sign of Democrats' growing consensus against aid to Israel, as support for the country hits an all-time low.
(2026-04-16). The danger of war grows as U.S. power wanes. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-16). TS Inter 1st, 2nd Results 2026 Declared: Check Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com TS Inter 11th, 12th Topper List 2026: Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (TSBIE) has declared today i.e. Sunday April 12, 2026 on its official website tsbie.cgg.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for TS Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) 1st and 2nd year 2026 examinations.
(2026-04-16). New website launches to help public flag animal welfare concerns. thecanary.co 
Every year, global tourists and social media users share accounts of witnessing captive wild animals suffering in distressing conditions. Whether it's seeing a barren concrete pen at a dilapidated roadside zoo or a video from a tiger cub cuddling experience on social media, it's often difficult to know who to raise a concern with. Global […] | By
(2026-04-16). Teachers protest as Turkey buries school shooting victims. newarab.com 
Thousands of teachers protested in Turkey on Thursday after two s As family members and mourners flocked around coffins draped in the Turkish flag in the southern province of Kahramanmaras, people also placed roses on the steps of the school that was attacked. | Many locals were in shock at what had unfolded a day earlier when a 14-y…
(2026-04-16). Censorship of artist Basma al-Sharif continues: Germany's foreign ministry reprimands Goethe-Institut for showcasing her work. wsws.org State censorship efforts are once again being directed against an artist with Palestinian roots. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's (Christian Democratic Union, CDU) department has reprimanded the Goethe-Institut for allowing a work by Basma al-Sharif to be shown in an exhibition in Lithuania.
(2026-04-16). Colombia reigns in Coca Cola bottler after environmental abuse claims. colombiareports.com Authorities in central Colombia agreed to renew the water license of Coca Cola's bottler in the Cundinamarca province, but drastically reduced the amount of water the soda manufacturer is allowed to use. Cundinamarca's environmental authority (CAR) reduced the water sources available to Indega, which produced Coca Cola bottles in central Colombia, from seven to four …
(2026-04-16). Trump posts incoherent rant about Scottish windmills and the UK's need for North Sea oil. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump has posted yet another rant to social media — this time ordering Starmer to drill for oil in the North Sea. With a characteristic disconnection from reality, Trump also used the opportunity to complain about …Scottish windmills, of all things. We're guessing he means turbines, but at this point, who bloody knows? As […] | By
(2026-04-16). Hannah Spencer is campaigning to protect disabled kids in school fires. thecanary.co 
Hannah Spencer is campaigning to protect disabled children in school fires. Spencer shared on her Instagram that she is working with a young constituent to make schools safer for disabled children. The new Green MP for Denton and Gorton shared the story of Lucas Vezza-O'Brien, a wheelchair user with cerebral palsy. Last year during a […] | By
(2026-04-16). US Senate backs Trump's Iran war, shuts down Democratic push to stop conflict. geo.tv 
Members of US House of Representatives gather for fourth round of voting for new House Speaker on second day of 118th Congress at US Capitol in Washington, US, January 4, 2023. — ReutersSenate Republicans have blocked war powers measures four times.Almost all Republicans remain firmly…
(2026-04-16). There is no connection but human: Why it is vital to value human creativity in the age of AI. globalvoices.org The anthropomorphizing language we use prioritizes engagement over utilityOriginally published on This article is part of the series "Don't ask AI, ask a peer," a collaboration among Global Voices, the Association for Progressive Communication, and GenderIT. The series aims to re-emphasise the…
(2026-04-16). AP Inter 1st, 2nd Result 2026: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) is set to declare soon on its official website bie.ap.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for AP Intermediate 1st (Class 11) and 2nd year (Class 12) 2026 examinations.
(2026-04-16). Trump's Clash With the Pope Is Raising Alarm in Black Churches. capitalbnews.org 
Religion is being weaponized — and some Christians are outraged. This was one of the main takeaways from the Rev. Ciera Bates-Chamberlain's group chat with other Chicago faith leaders following President Donald Trump's tirade against Pope Leo XIV. Trump this week accused Leo of being "terrible for Foreign Policy" and "WEAK on crime" because of …
(2026-04-16). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-16). Madhya Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026 – Date: April 15, Time: 11:00 AM. ummid.com The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026.
(2026-04-16). Laptops to bridge the digital divide for Gauteng school. sanews.gov.za Laptops to bridge the digital divide for Gauteng school | As part of efforts to ensure that no child is left behind, the Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, together with the CEO of HONOR Technologies Africa, Zou Lefeng, handed over laptops to learners of Kaalfontein High School in Ebony Park, Gauteng. ⚪ "As government, we remain committed to building an inclusive society where no child is left behind. Initiatives like this are part of a broader effort to ensure that all young people, regardless of where they come from, have access to the tools they need to succeed," the Deputy Minister said. ⚪ …
(2026-04-16). Polanski calls out housing minister praised by UK's biggest landlord. thecanary.co 
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has told parliament that the Starmer government does not support rent controls. The reason was that doing so would "make life more difficult for renters". Since then, Pennycook has received the praise of — you guessed it — not renters: Labour's housing minister's opposition to rent controls welcomed by the country's […] | By
(2026-04-16). NZ's $86 billion Super Fund failed to properly address human rights, court rules in Palestine case. asiapacificreport.nz By Keiller MacDuff, RNZ News senior reporter The managers of the New Zealand's $86 billion Super Fund failed to properly address human rights issues when considering whether to exclude companies from its investments, the High Court has found Justice Simon Mount granted an application by the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) for judicial review of…
(2026-04-16). The limits of Israel's quest for regional dominance. newarab.com 
(2026-04-16). Animation highlights threat to children as casualties from explosive weapons in Sudan double. thecanary.co 
A new animated film from Save the Children highlights how children's lives are being torn apart by war, with life-long consequences, as the laws designed to keep them safe are repeatedly broken. British-Sudanese comedian Ola Labib narrates the 2-minute animation. It takes inspiration from the story of a family in Sudan living with the long-term […] | By
(2026-04-16). Saturday 4/25: Attack on BirthrightCitizenship:Trump,SupremeCourt &Poetry Carved Into Angel Islands Walls. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Ave. | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-04-16). Mkambati Nature Reserve awarded international status. sanews.gov.za Mkambati Nature Reserve awarded international status | The Mkambati Nature Reserve in the Eastern Cape has been designated as South Africa's newest Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, marking a significant conservation milestone. | The Ramsar Convention identifies and protects wetlands of global significance, known as Ramsar Sites. | "The designation acknowledges that the many wetlands found at Mkambati have unique ecological, cultural and socio-economic value, placing the reserve firmly on the global map of internationally recognised wetlands," Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries…
(2026-04-16). Ukrainian authorities concerned about mobilization crisis. infobrics.org Zelensky's top official urges Ukrainians to accept forced recruitment policies.
(2026-04-16). After shutting down JBS strike in Greeley, Colorado, UFCW pushes through contract 30 cents better than management's initial offer. wsws.org The agreement addresses none of the workers' demands which led to a powerful three-week strike, the largest in the US meatpacking industry in more than 60 years.
(2026-04-16). PM Shehbaz lauds Saudi economic backing, highlights strong defence partnership. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia's continued support in strengthening the country's economic stability during a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, while reaffirming the close defence and security partnership between the two nations, according to an official statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on X. | The statement comes a day after Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pledged $3 billion in deposits, with disbursement expected in the coming week. The existing $5 billion S…
(2026-04-16). Palestinian asylum seeker freed after 20 months in ICE detention. newarab.com 
A Mohammed Abushanab, 27, was released on Tuesday from a detention facility in Texas after a district court granted a habeas petition filed by the Center for Constitutional Rights and Texas A&M legal clinics, ruling that his continued detention was unlawful. | The court ordered US Immigration…
(2026-04-16). AP IPE Inter 2026 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2026 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2026-04-16). Israeli forces kill Palestinian teenager, seize body. newarab.com 
Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian teenager near Jerusalem on Thursday morning, amid a surge in violence in According to the Jerusalem Governorate, 17-year-old Muhammad Murad Rayyan was killed by Israeli forces in the town of Beit Duqqu, northwest of Israeli forces rep…
(2026-04-16). US announces new sanctions against Iran oil sector. newarab.com 
The The new punishment targets oil transport infrastructure by slapping "T…
(2026-04-16). Italy suspends defence pact with Israel over Netanyahu's war mongering. ummid.com In a major setback for Netanyahu-led far right Zionist regime, Italy has suspended its defence deal with Israel over the ongoing war in the Middle East.
(2026-04-16). Hajj 2026: Pilgrims asked to confirm flight booking online. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has asked all pilgrims embarking to Makkah for Hajj 2026 to confirm online the flight booking allotted to them.
(2026-04-16). Sunday 4/26: A socialist feminist speaks out for renewable energy. indybay.org 747 Polk Street @ Ellis, San Francisco | 7 blocks from Civic Center BART, on/near Muni #5, 19, 27, | 31, 38 and 49…
(2026-04-16). Tuesday 4/28: Trillion-Gallon Time Bomb: Inside the Oil Industry's Toxic Wastewater Pollution Crisis. indybay.org Online event – join from anywhere…
(2026-04-16). California Juneteenth remains a quasi-optional holiday for a majority of State Employees. indybay.org 2026 California State Capitol Juneteenth we will have a special session on updates on Global, Nationwide and California Reparations – Slavery Corporate Disclosure explores who profited or profits from slavery here in California and beyond.
(2026-04-16). Pakistan receives $2bn from Saudi Arabia: SBP. tribune.com.pk 
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said on Thursday that the country has received $2 billion from the Ministry of Finance, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in a post on X. | State Bank of Pakistan has received funds of US$2 billion from Ministry of Finance, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the value date of 15April2026. | — SBP (@StateBank_Pak) April 16, 2026 | The central bank said the funds were received "in the value date of April 15, 2026". | The news comes a day after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia for the first part of his three-nation tour amid ongoing active negotiation efforts for peace i…
(2026-04-16). South Africa is stabilising its sugar industry through deliberate reform and investment. sanews.gov.za South Africa is stabilising its sugar industry through deliberate reform and investment | By Moahlodi Maphori | Protecting livelihoods and safeguarding jobs in South Africa's sugar industry remains a key priority for government. The sector is a strategically important agricultural and agro-processing value chain, supporting more than 20,000 direct jobs across milling and cane-growing operations, while sustaining thousands of additional livelihoods in rural communities in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. | The industry continues to operate under severe pressure from challenging domestic and international market cond…
(2026-04-16). Xinjiang seen attracting steady stream of tourists. ecns.cn Efforts by the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region to build itself into a global tourist destination have borne fruit, evidenced by a steady growth in its inbound tourism market.
(2026-04-16). Royal Fleet Auxiliary RMT members are on strike again. thecanary.co 
Maritime union RMT is taking further strike action at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary on Thursday 16 April. This is after the employer failed to table a new offer. It's the latest step in an ongoing dispute. The sticking point remains how seafarers' shift patterns stack up against minimum wage legislation. Despite repeated attempts by the […] | By
(2026-04-16). Lebanon fears talks with Israel could push the country to the brink of civil war. haaretz.com Lebanon's pro-government camp views the talks in Washington as part of a broader effort to curb escalation, while the pro-Hezbollah camp warns of a path detached from the reality on the ground. Beirut is waiting to gauge domestic reactions before forming a stance, a Lebanese source said…
(2026-04-16). Friday 4/17: Demo at israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 MomtgomernSt, SF…
(2026-04-16). China launches largest AI4S computing cluster with 60,000 chips. ecns.cn A new supercomputing cluster capable of handling the most demanding scientific AI tasks has gone live in Central China's Henan province, marking a major step forward in the country's push to integrate artificial intelligence with scientific research.
(2026-04-16). Health of jailed Iran Nobel winner 'critical': supporters. newarab.com 
The health of jailed Her Iran-based family and legal team were on Saturday allowed a second in person visit with
(2026-04-16). Israel's military kills four Lebanese paramedics in consecutive strikes. aljazeera.com An Israeli triple-tap attack on rescue workers in southern Lebanon has killed four and left several others injured.
(2026-04-16). Starmer's disastrous ' £1bn' US-UK pharma deal may actually end up costing £64bn. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's disastrous trade deal with Trump for US pharmaceuticals may end up costing the UK £64bn. That's massively over the £1bn estimate that the government itself gave to the public. Worse still, the money diverted from other NHS services may cost hundreds of thousands of lives over the coming decade. That's according to explosive […] | By
(2026-04-16). Israel collaborating with settlers to expel Palestinians from their Old City homes. haaretz.com The Justice Ministry is using a lawyer from the Ateret Cohanim association to lead the eviction process of the Basha family from a building where they have lived for almost a century in the Old City of Jerusalem. The family has less than two weeks to leave…
(2026-04-16). OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2026 Starts, Check Steps. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started receiving Online Application forms for Class 11 (Intermediate) Amission 2026 through Online Facilitation System For Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info).
(2026-04-16). PeWG advances public-private partnership framework to boost eThekwini service delivery. sanews.gov.za PeWG advances public-private partnership framework to boost eThekwini service delivery | The Presidential eThekwini Working Group (PeWG) has taken a significant step toward strengthening collaboration between government and business, advancing a public-private partnership (PPP) policy framework aimed at improving service delivery and driving economic growth in eThekwini. | The workshop, held this week at Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, brought together the eThekwini Municipality, representatives from various spheres of government, including the Office of the Presidency and key business lead…
(2026-04-16). Pope lays tribute to fallen Algerian rebels who fought for independence from France. thecanary.co 
Pope Leo has used his visit to Algiers to lay a tribute to Algerian rebels who died fighting for Algeria's independence from France. The Pope, in full regalia, solemnly laid a wreath at the FLN (National Liberation Front) monument in the city: The tribute is a pointed reminder to today's neo-imperial powers of the will […] | By
(2026-04-16). Pennsylvania launches new privacy protections for people with disabilities, including autism. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania is adding more privacy protections for people with intellectual disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, after federal plans to collect more health information raised concerns. | Any state agency collection of personal and private information on people with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, will be limited to the minimum level of detail that is absolutely necessary, Pennsylvania leaders announced Wednesday. | This data will also not be…
(2026-04-16). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-16). Pakistan Navy successfully conducts test of indigenously developed anti-ship missile. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Navy on Thursday successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, the military's media wing said in a statement. | According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), "In a resolute display of preparedness and precision-strike capability, Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, accurately engaging its target at high speed and extended range." | The statement said that Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, along with leading scientists and engineers, witnes…
(2026-04-16). Israeli army readies troops for planned Lebanon truce. newarab.com 
Israel's army is preparing for a ceasefire in Lebanon later on Thursday, with commanders instructed to ready forces operating in the south for a halt in fighting, Haaretz reported, as Lebanon's President Senior Israeli officers have been told to prepare for a truce expected to come into effect around 7 pm. local time, though the window could extend until midnight. | It remains…
(2026-04-16). Trump's spat with Pope could have electoral consequences. infobrics.org Trump says Meloni lacks "courage" and was "wrong" about her.
(2026-04-16). Ben Roberts-Smith v David McBride: Compare the pair. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-16). China showcases drone innovation as Canton Fair adds new zones. ecns.cn China's Canton Fair has for the first time introduced dedicated exhibition zones for drones, highlighting the rapid development of the country's low-altitude economy and the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles in global trade.
(2026-04-16). The political lessons of Mamdani's first 100 days. wsws.org The mayor of New York's alliance with Trump under conditions of expanding war and attacks on democratic rights is a damning exposure of Mamdani's political bankruptcy…
(2026-04-16). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-16). Ibrahim Traore Must Remember — Africa's Problem are Weak Institutions, Not Democracy. ummid.com Burkina Faso or Africa's challenge, therefore, is not to reject democracy in favour of ill-defined alternatives, but to undertake the harder task of making it work.
(2026-04-16). Tennis-playing robot helps showcase Haidian district as a high-tech hub. ecns.cn A humanoid robot developed by Galbot and Tsinghua University in Beijings Haidian district has demonstrated real-time tennis rally capabilities, as the area accelerates the development and deployment of embodied artificial intelligence technologies.
(2026-04-16). Sunday 4/26: Film Screening: Eating Our Way to Extinction. indybay.org Santa Cruz County Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-16). Saturday 4/25: The Anti-Defamation League and the Racial State: A Book Talk with Emmaia Gelman. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence, 612 Ocean St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-16). Newly revamped train offers travelers luxury of a star-rated hotel. ecns.cn An inaugural 12-day trip on a newly renovated five-star travel train set off from Wuhan, Hubei province, on Wednesday night, expecting to provide luxurious experiences for tourists.
(2026-04-16). War as a GOP Pretext to Cut Social Safety Net. juancole.com By | (
(2026-04-16). Appeal for AU Action in Zambia Lead Poisoning Case. hrw.org Click to expand Image | (Johannesburg) — Zambia should provide accountability for its failure to clean up a contaminated mine site that is responsible for the ongoing lead poisoning of children, Human Rights Watch said today in supporting a request for African Union action to require the government and others involved to clean up the site.The Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA), together with Zambian nongovernmental organizations, and affected families filed a complaint to the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC). The complaint seeks accoun…
(2026-04-16). Monday 4/20: No War, No ICE, Free Palestine: May Day Mass Call. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/nowarmayday…
(2026-04-16). 3 arrested after attempted arson at London Persian media office. newarab.com 
An ignited container was thrown towards the premises of the unnamed media outlet in Wembley on Wednesday evening, landing in a car park where the fire extinguished itself. No damage was reported, and there were no injuries, the police said. | Officers later pursued a black car in which the suspects were reported to have fled the scene, whi…
(2026-04-16). ILWU 6 Bio-Rad Workers Fighting for a Living Wage Are Asking: Where is Norm? indybay.org ILWU 6 Bio-Rad workers are fighting for a living wage…
(2026-04-16). Friday 5/1: Sequence to Survival: Using Genomics to Save Biodiversity. indybay.org UC Santa Cruz Merrill Cultural Center…
(2026-04-16). Huge Refinery Fire: Aussie Fuel Crisis Just Got Worse. wattsupwiththat.com Large fire and explosion reported at one of Australia's three operating refineries.
(2026-04-16). Tunisian lawmaker's remarks on rape and migrants spark outrage. newarab.com 
Remarks by a On Monday, lawmaker Tarak Mahdi said during a parliament session that recent reports of the rape of a migrant woman from sub-Saharan Africa were false. | "That an African woman is r…
(2026-04-16). Deadly landslide claims 10 lives in PNG's East New Britain, reports local media. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific Ten people have died in a landslide in Gazelle district in Papua New Guinea's East New Britain Province following continuous heavy rain, according to local news media reports. The disaster occurred after the Toriu River burst its banks after intense rainfall and severe weather conditions experienced across the region over the past few…
(2026-04-16). Delimitation Bill 2026 tabled as Parliament's Special Session begins. ummid.com The Narendra Modi-led BJP government tabled on the first day of the Parliament's Special Session Thursday April 16, 2026 three bills to implement 33% women's reservation in legislature, delimitation, and increase number of seats for Union Territories.
(2026-04-16). Spokesperson reiterates one-China principle in response to Denmark's change of residency designation for Taiwan residents. ecns.cn The one-China principle is a basic norm governing international relations and a prevailing international consensus, said Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). Friday 4/17: "Steal This Story, Please!" Film: Reporter Amy Goodman & Democracy Now! 30th Anniversary. indybay.org Roxie Theater | 3125 16th Street, | San Francisco, CA 94103 | IN PERSON: | Friday, April 17th: Oscar Æ-Nominated filmmaker Tia Lessin…
(2026-04-16). Chinese know-how helps boost rice production in Uganda. ecns.cn In the quiet wetlands of Butaleja district in eastern Uganda where emerald-green rice paddies stretch across the horizon, Robert Sagula proudly walks among the swaying stalks. Farming has been his life since childhood, following in the footsteps of his father, who grew traditional rice varieties, first introduced to the area by the Chinese government in 1975.
(2026-04-16). Palestinian Authority hands over activist Hisham Harb to France. newarab.com 
The The handover took place on Thursday morning, with al-Adra first transferred to Jordan before being flown to France, following months of French requests for his extradition. | Family members said they had received a phone call between 10: 30 and 11: 00 a.m. from the Ramallah and al-Bireh police chief, informing them that al-…
(2026-04-16). Trump DOJ seeks to erase January 6 convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers ringleaders ahead of 2026 elections. wsws.org Trump's commutations and pardons last year freed militia members charged with the most serious January 6 crimes but left their convictions intact. This new motion seeks to vacate those convictions and dismiss the indictments, helping clear the way for the fascist militia forces to legally rearm.
(2026-04-16). **The San Francisco Paradox** just one thing a set of contradictions that keep. indybay.org **The San Francisco Paradox** isn't just one thing — it's a set of contradictions that keep coming up in articles, research, and even stand-up sets. Here's how people usually describe it:…
(2026-04-16). Trump plans 250-foot 'Triumphal Arch' to mark 250 years of US independence. aljazeera.com The Trump administration has unveiled plans for a huge structure to mark 250 years since the US declared independence.
(2026-04-16). Israel's largest land grab since the Nakba. electronicintifada.net New settlements planned on privately owned Palestinian land in the West Bank.
(2026-04-16). Watch: Ronaldo's Free Kick Goal Viral Ahead of Al-Nassr Vs Al Akhdoud Clash. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26: The video of Portuguese legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's 'insane' free kick goal has gone viral ahead of Al-Nassr vs Al-Akhdoud Saudi Pro League (SPL) match Saturday April 11, 2026.
(2026-04-16). BBC to slash 2,000 jobs in biggest redundancy drive in 15 years. scmp.com The BBC said on Wednesday that the British broadcasting corporation is set to cut up to 2,000 jobs amid a challenging media landscape. | The BBC's interim director general Rhodri Talfan Davies said in a statement to staff that "while we still have to work through the detail, we anticipate the overall number of jobs will fall by 1,800-2,000". | The BBC reported the cuts on Wednesday afternoon, saying they amount to "almost one in 10" jobs, since it has about 21,500 employees.
(2026-04-16). French lawmakers pass bill simplifying return of colonial-era art. ecns.cn French lawmakers on Monday passed a bill to simplify the return of artworks looted during the colonial era to their countries of origin.
(2026-04-16). Economists Slam Reform UK's 'Fantasy' Claims That 'Boriswave' Migrants Will Cost Households £20,000. bylinetimes.com Ahead of local elections in May, Reform UK has launched a fresh anti-migrant campaign claiming that the so-called 'Boriswave' of post-Brexit migrants will cost the UK £622 billion — or around £20,000 per household. | "We are standing on the edge of fiscal disaster," said Zia Yusuf, Reform UK's home affairs spokesperson. "The Boriswave is the legacy of Tory incompetence and Labour's open border ideology." | Nigel Farage echoed the claim in The Telegraph, describing migration as a "ticking economic timebomb" that would impose a "national bill" of £20,000 per household that "could bankrupt…
(2026-04-16). War powers resolution blocked in the Senate as 10,000 more US troops head to the Middle East. wsws.org The Senate voted 52-47 on Wednesday to reject a motion to move a Democratic Party-sponsored joint resolution to the floor that would mandate the removal of US troops, "from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress."
(2026-04-16). Eco-Luxury: The New Normal in Premium Housing. ummid.com Luxury townships following the eco-luxury blueprint generally do not advertise the details mentioned here, as they are expected to have them as a matter of course.
(2026-04-16). Iraq revives idea for compulsory service to 'rebalance' army. newarab.com 
(2026-04-16). Wednesday 4/15: SF Public Workers Rally Against SF Mayor Lurie Layoffs At SF General. indybay.org In front of Bld 25 at roundabout | SF General Strike…
(2026-04-16). LIV Golf chief: Tour will continue despite Saudi funding doubts. newarab.com 
The memo, a copy of which was sent to The Associated Press, followed a long day of reports suggesting Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund was on the verge of cutting its financial backing of the upstart league. | The newsletter Money in Sport reported in February that LIV Golf had already spent $5.3 b…
(2026-04-16). US military kills three in new Eastern Pacific boat strike. aljazeera.com The attack is the latest in a string of killings by the United States that rights groups say are 'unlawful'.
(2026-04-16). A 'super typhoon' just devastated the Mariana Islands — months before peak storm season. grist.org 
The strongest storm of 2026 slammed into the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands this week, where it flooded homes, ripped roofs off of houses, and lingered for more than two days, forcing families to shelter without electricity, cell service, or running water as they waited for the worst to pass. |
(2026-04-16). Socialist Alliance welcomes NSW Supreme Court binning Minns' anti-protest laws. socialist-alliance.org 
Socialist Alliance welcomes the NSW Supreme Court decision to rule Chris Minns' anti-protest laws as unconstitutional.
(2026-04-16). Coalition leader's speech: Australian ruling elite turns to anti-immigrant poison. wsws.org The Coalition leader called for the reversal of the nominally non-discriminatory immigration program that has existed since the formal end of the blatantly racist White Australia regime in the 1960s.
(2026-04-16). DWP scheme sending people with ME to coaching organisations for neurodivergence. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions' (DWP) Access to Work (AtW) scheme has been referring people living with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) to organisations classifying the condition as a form of "acquired neurodivergence". Of course, ME is already a much-misunderstood syndrome, and it can be extremely difficult for people to get treatment. And, this shocking revelation […] | By
(2026-04-16). Severe thunderstorms warning. sanews.gov.za Severe thunderstorms warning | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says there is a high likelihood of minor weather impacts, with severe thunderstorms expected over the escarpment and eastern Highveld of Mpumalanga on Thursday. | Severe thunderstorms may cause localised flooding and damage to infrastructure, informal settlements, property, vehicles, livelihood and livestock due to heavy downpours and strong damaging winds. | In addition, a surface trough, supported by an upper-air trough west of the country, will result in severe thunderstorms over the Khai-Ma and Hantam municipalities in the Northern Cape o…
(2026-04-16). Chinese, Vietnamese top leaders hold talks on advancing wide-ranging cooperation. ecns.cn China will advance high-quality comprehensive strategic cooperation with Vietnam, and accelerate the building of a higher-level China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). The War Powers Resolution Is Not What You've Been Told. davidswanson.org According to The Hill, in an article typical of U.S. media, Trump's war on Iran is totally legal for 60 days if Congress does nothing, after which it becomes illegal, unless Congress has explicitly OK'd it. This is supposedly because of the War Powers Resolution of 1973. And The Hill is not alone in pushing …
(2026-04-16). Moneybags Farage Sunak top 'outside income' scrounger chart in MP declarations. thecanary.co 
In a surprise to exactly no one, Nigel Farage is topping a chart of scrounger MPs. Searching the Accountability Tracker on UKGovScan reveals some interesting things. Among them, the MPs with the highest 'outside incomes' are ex-PM Rishi Sunak and wannabe-next-PM Nigel Farage: Farage is not a man of the people First things first, it's […] | By
(2026-04-16). YouTube suspends pro-Iran channel posting Lego-style clips. newarab.com 
YouTube has terminated a channel belonging to a pro-Iran group producing viral Lego-themed AI videos that ridicule Explosive Media, a group of pro-Tehran creators that describes itself as independent but is widely suspected of ties to the Iranian government, has gained internet notoriety during the
(2026-04-16). Chinese, Vietnamese top leaders attend signing ceremony of cooperation documents. ecns.cn General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnamese President To Lam jointly attended a signing ceremony of cooperation documents in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). Sculptor remolds clay modeling for new generation. ecns.cn The lively small clay figurines created for the Year of the Horse Spring Festival stand out among the traditional large sculptures of figures such as Guan Yu and Confucius at the Tianjin Clay Figure Zhang Studio in Dongli district, Tianjin.
(2026-04-16). 'The World Is Only Going to Get Darker if People Get Away With This': CounterSpin interview with Chip Gibbons on holding Trump accountable. fair.org 
(2026-04-16). Anti-Zionist Jews in Germany call out the hypocrisy of the Buchenwald Memorial. thecanary.co 
A coalition of anti-Zionist Jewish organisations in Germany have faced repression and backlash after a protest at the Buchenwald Memorial. In 2025, attendees of a service commemorating 80 years since the liberation of the concentration camp were denied entry for wearing keffiyehs. They petitioned the German courts to overturn the decision, but were unsuccessful. The […] | By
(2026-04-16). Trillions in credit flow to back quality growth. ecns.cn The country's six largest State-owned commercial lenders collectively extended more than 9.4 trillion yuan ($1.38 trillion) in new loans last year, sustaining robust growth in areas such as strategic emerging industries and green finance.
(2026-04-16). US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-16). Visit to enhance trade between China, Spain. ecns.cn Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's visit to China is set to add an even greater boost to an already expanding bilateral trade relationship, reinforcing the strong potential for future growth, experts in Madrid say.
(2026-04-16). Xi urges closer, stronger China-Russia strategic coordination to defend interests, uphold Global South unity. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged closer and stronger strategic coordination between China and Russia to firmly defend their legitimate interests and safeguard the unity of Global South countries.
(2026-04-16). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-16). MPBSE 10th, 12th Results 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com MP Board 10th, 12th Results 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has declared the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026 along with the Merit List and names of toppers on its official website mpresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-16). Rohingya refugees among 250 feared dead in boat capsize. wsws.org A trawler carrying hundreds of Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi migrants has sunk in the Andaman Sea, with about 250 people missing, presumed dead in the absence of any serious search-and-rescue effort.
(2026-04-16). Bill Clinton: Is He a Lifetime Supporter of a CIA Dictatorship? indybay.org The Wikipedia article on Bill Clinton with in parenthesis what the article proves and what other sources have said, making it appear Bill Clinton is a lifetime supporter of turning America into the same dictatorship Donald Trump wants.
(2026-04-16). Paper-cutting pioneer fuses scissors with software. ecns.cn By utilizing computer-aided layer decomposition to create 18-layer, three-dimensional paper-cuttings, Hao is elevating Yangliuqing paper-cutting to a recurring national gift on the world stage.
(2026-04-16). SF Mayor Lurie & DPH Threatens to Close Three Healthcare Centers, Including the Only One for Seniors. indybay.org San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie and his Department of Public Health are moving to shutdown 3 community healthcare centers including the only one for seniors with mental health problems.
(2026-04-16). Tunisia to broaden access to annual Jewish pilgrimage. newarab.com 
This year's Jewish pilgrimage on The pilgrimage to the But after a deadly 2023 attack on the synagogue that killed two worshippers and three police officers, fewer pil…
(2026-04-16). Financial majors step up AI-driven strategic overhaul. ecns.cn China's major banks and insurers are racing to embed artificial intelligence at the heart of their operations, ramping up intelligent computing and pushing technology from a back-office support function to a front-line engine powering financial services.
(2026-04-16). Democrat Abdul El-Sayed seeks to contain anti-war opposition during Michigan university campaign tour. wsws.org Rallies at the University of Michigan and Michigan State University sought to divert youth and students into El-Sayed's Senate campaign, which is backed by the DSA, as well as Twitch streamer and political commentator Hasan Piker.
(2026-04-16). Police stop Palestinians hiding in truck trying to enter Israel. newarab.com 
About 70 Palestinian men were found hiding inside a garbage truck by Israeli police as they attempted to cross into Israel from the Israeli police released footage showing the back of the truck when it was being opened late Monday, revealing the men tightly crammed inside the truck's waste compartment. Police are seen in the video, some with their weapons drawn, surrounding the truck. | Some of the men inside…
(2026-04-16). Drone zone debuts at Canton Fair. ecns.cn With an advanced manufacturing theme, the fair has a total exhibition area of 520,000 square meters and more than 25,000 exhibition booths established by over 12,000 companies in its first phase.
(2026-04-16). The pope has shown the world how to stand up to Trump. aljazeera.com Far too many world leaders have chosen to mollify the bullying US president. Pope Leo has shown there's another way.
(2026-04-16). Abdullatif Alfozan, Prof Mohamed win King Faisal Award 2026 for Service to Islam. ummid.com Sheikh Abdullatif Ahmed Alfozan and Professor Mohamed Mohamed Aboumousa have jointly won the 2026 King Faisal Award for Service to Islam announced at a ceremony held in the Saudi Capital Riyadh Wednesday.
(2026-04-16). (W.E. Talk) Osman Bakar: Dialogue between Confucian and Islamic civilisations offers answers for addressing conflict and restoring regional peace. ecns.cn The Islam-Confucianism Civilisational Dialogue 2026 was held in Beijing on Thursday. This year's dialogue, themed "The Idea of Global Civilisation: Islamic and Confucian Perspectives", was jointly hosted by the International Confucian Association (ICA) and the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM).
(2026-04-16). AI Researchers: AI Will Destroy Consumer Demand, Not Just Jobs. moguldom.com A new paper released today by researchers Brett Hemenway Falk of the University of Pennsylvania and Gerry Tsoukalas of Boston University delivers a stark warning to the corporate world: the rush to automate is not just a threat to workers, but a self-destructive strategy for the firms themselves. Titled "The AI Layoff Trap," the study …
(2026-04-16). Meet Peter Magyar who ended Viktor Orban's 16-yr-rule in Hungary. ummid.com Peter Magyar is the Man of the Hour, after ending the Viktor Mihály Orbán's 16-year-long right-wing rule in Hungary, and probably also the country's tussle with the European Union (EU) and NATO.
(2026-04-16). Trump says Israel and Lebanon to hold talks Thursday. scmp.com US President Donald Trump has said that leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak on Thursday, as Washington pushes to ease hostilities after the rivals' first direct talks in decades. | Lebanon was pulled into the Middle East war on March 2 after pro-Tehran group Hezbollah attacked Israel.
(2026-04-16). Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2026: Student Registration Starts, Last Date April 30. ummid.com The Maharashtra Education Department has started from today i.e. Friday April 10, 2026 online registration of FYJC 2026 or Class 11 students through official portal mahafyjcadmissions.in.
(2026-04-16). Al-Nassr strengthens SPL Standings with hard-fought win over Al-Ettifaq. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Saudi FC Wednesday April 15, 2026 defeated Al-Ettifaq 1-0 to further strengthen its Saudi Pro League Standings.
(2026-04-16). Lebanon talks: A 'farce' disguising something much more sinister. responsiblestatecraft.org On the surface, the launch of Israeli-Lebanese negotiations earlier this week seems like a big deal. In the first face-to-face talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials in more than 30 years, ambassadors from all three countries met under the auspices of Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington. But despite Trump hailing the talks as a "historic opportunity" for peace, the process is largely a farce. The relatively low-level ambassadorial meeting included no Israeli or Lebanese decision makers — and unsurprisingly produced little by way of progress.Moreover, the real "negotiations" are coming in…
(2026-04-16). Can Iran circumvent the US blockade? Routes and risks explained. newarab.com 
(2026-04-16). Trump says Israel and Lebanon's leaders will speak on Thursday. aljazeera.com The US president says the conversation will be the first between the Israeli and Lebanese leaders in 34 years.
(2026-04-16). Israeli forces fire stun grenades at journalists in occupied Nablus. aljazeera.com Video shows Israeli forces firing stun grenades towards journalists who were reporting on the army's raid of Nablus.
(2026-04-16). Ronaldo, Joao Felix shine as Al-Nassr sets new SPL record beating Al-Akhdoud. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26: Portuguese footballers Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix shined as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Akhdoud 2-0 Saturday April 11, 2026 in their 28th Saudi Pro League match this season.
(2026-04-16). SEIU1021/IFPTE21 City Workers Rally At SF Gen Against Mayor Union Busting Layoffs. indybay.org Hundreds of San Francisco SEIU 1021 and IFPTE Local 21 rallied at San Francisco General Hospital to demand an end to lay-offs by Mayor Daniel Lurie and support Prop D which raising taxes on high paid CEOs…
(2026-04-16). 93.70% Pass CBSE 10th 2026 Exam, Check Result Details Here. ummid.com CBSE 10th Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared today i.e Wednesday April 15, 2026 the result of Class Xth board exams held in February/March 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-16). Brazil's fugitive ex-spy chief freed in the US after ICE detention. aljazeera.com Alexandre Ramagem, who fled Brazil following his conviction for plotting a coup, was held by ICE in Florida on Monday.
(2026-04-16). Outrage as Trump disguises himself as Jesus Christ, mocks Pope. ummid.com A massive outrage erupted on Sunday April 12, 2026 — the Orthodox Easter Day, after U.S. President Donald Trump disguised himself as Jesus Christ and mocked Pope Leo XIV.
(2026-04-16). "Into the Wood Chipper" : Whistleblower's Inside Story of DOGE Shredding USAID, 14 Million May Die. democracynow.org 
A new book tells the inside story of the second Trump administration's dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development, USAID. Its author, Nicholas Enrich, worked at USAID for over a decade before he was pushed out of the agency in early 2025, when the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency summarily cut its staff and funding. An estimated 14 million people are projected to die "unnecessarily" over the next five years due to these cuts, and nearly a million, mostly children, already have, says Enrich. His new memoir, Into the Wood Chipper: A Whistleblower's Account…
(2026-04-16). Tone-deaf, expensive tourism songs draw a lot of flak. ecns.cn A government-funded tourism promotion song with a price tag of 3 million yuan ($440,000) has drawn criticism across China, with authorities noting that the costly project is not grounded in practical needs.
(2026-04-16). Is the US prepping for a military operation in Cuba? responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-16). Hungary election winner Magyar goes to meet President Sulyok. ecns.cn
(2026-04-16). Explained: How a Chinese Satellite Boosted Iran's Strike Capability. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-16). An important and far-reaching discussion with News X World (India) this morning. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-04-16). Scorching Seas Stall Mangaluru Fishing, Losses Mount for Boat Owners. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-16). Barakah School records 100% CBSE class 10 pass; topper scores 96.4%. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-16). Ullal to Kavoor, Kotekar to Mannagudda: ‚Çπ304 Cr Underground Power Plan for Mangaluru. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-16). Channel Island CSU CFA Professor Acquitted of All Charges After ICE Frame-up. indybay.org
(2026-04-16). New DoD leader connected to firm that trained Khashoggi's killers. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-16). French Ministers to Vote on Orcas' Fate. indybay.org
(2026-04-16). Research reveals that EU AI rules stop at its borders with little accountability for human rights impacts abroad. globalvoices.org
(2026-04-16). Trump says talks between Israeli, Lebanese leaders to be held Thursday. haaretz.com
(2026-04-16). Iran's New Hormuz Weapon Will Outlast the War. juancole.com
(2026-04-16). Gulbarga Welfare Society Strengthens Diaspora Ties at Riyadh Family Event. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-16). Scared Trump tries to hide desperate pleas to Iran? 'Extend ceasefire' offer to mediator Pak's visit. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-16). Cámara de Comercio de Cuba convoca a intercambio con emprendedores en La Habana. radiohc.cu La Cámara de Comercio de la República de Cuba convocó este miércoles a emprendedores y empresarios al intercambio especial por el Día Mundial del Emprendimiento, previsto para el jueves 16 de abril en el Nodo Habana. | Precisó la institución desde su perfil en Facebook, que el encuentro, organizado junto al Instituto Nacional de Actores Económicos No Estatales (INAENE) y el Proyecto NAE, abordará avances y proyecciones de esa iniciativa, así como experiencias de asociación público‚Äëprivada. | Según los organizadores, la cita se inscribe en el Proyecto "Apoyo a los nuevos actores económicos para u…
(2026-04-16). Cuba ratifica amistad con la República Popular Democrática de Corea. radiohc.cu
(2026-04-16). CA State Capitol Juneteenth – Dia de Los Negroes – Slavery Era Banking Disclosure Featured. indybay.org California State Legislature joins growing notion of considering "Corporate Slavery Era Disclosure" proposals that adds weight to the UN-designated "gravest crime against humanity" as a matured financial debt, calling for restorative justice modalities that include direct compensatory payouts to a verified global class of descendants to trigger a new era of worldwide growth.
(2026-04-16). Cubans prepare for International Workers' Day. radiohc.cu Under the slogan "The Homeland Defends Itself," union members and representatives of organizations and institutions in Santiago de Cuba have met in plenary session to plan actions leading up to the celebration of International Workers' Day. | The plenary session, which became a platform for reaffirming revolutionary principles and denouncing the blockade and the interventionist policies of the United States government, was led by the First Secretary of the Provincial Committee of the Communist Party, Beatriz Johnson Urrutia, and the General Secretary of the Cuban Workers' Federation here, Orlando Beltrán. | Beltr…
(2026-04-16). Kremlin: Rusia no querría ver a ningún país invadiendo Cuba. radiohc.cu El portavoz oficial del Kremlin, Dmitri Peskov aseveró este miércoles en una entrevista a India Today que Rusia no querría que ningún país invadiera Cuba. | Las afirmaciones del vocero se produjeron en medio de las amenazas de Donald Trump contra la nación caribeña.Cuba es un socio excepcional de Rusia, nuestro buen amigo. Y no nos gustaría ver a ningún país invadiendo Cuba, ni presionando a Cuba, ni aislándola desde el exterior, impidiendo que lleguen medicamentos a los niños cubanos ª, manifestó. | Peskov describió la grave situación que se vive actualmente en Cuba a raíz del bloqueo estadounidense y la cr…
(2026-04-16). Evalúan recuperación tras incendio en hospital de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos. radiohc.cu 
El viceministro de Salud Pública de Cuba, Julio Guerra Izquierdo, encabeza un equipo multidisciplinario que evalúa los daños causados por el incendio ocurrido en el Hospital Provincial 'Dr. Gustavo Aldereguía Lima', de Cienfuegos, en el centro-sur de Cuba. | En declaraciones al Periódico 5 de Septiembre, el vice titular destacó la rápida organización del centro y agradeció que no hubiera pérdida de vidas humanas.Estamos para ayudar en todo lo que sea posible al hospital en lo que ha sucedido. Nosotros creemos, en primer lugar, que la respuesta de todo el personal del hospital ha sido excelente, al igual que la de…
(2026-04-16). Gobierno de China reitera respaldo a Cuba frente a interferencia externa. radiohc.cu La Cancillería de China enfatizó este miércoles que Beijing se opone firmemente a la diplomacia coercitiva y apoyará firmemente a Cuba en la defensa de la soberanía nacional y en la oposición a la interferencia externa. | La declaración del portavoz Guo Jiakun se conoció luego de las últimas amenazas del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, sobre la isla y tras divulgarse en el gigante asiático entrevistas del mandatario cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel, a varios medios de comunicación estadounidenses. | Previamente, la Cancillería china llamó a Estados Unidos a escuchar la voz de la justicia y de la comunidad inter…
(2026-04-16). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-16). Curry scores 35 as Warriors upset Clippers to extend playoff run. aljazeera.com Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors keep their NBA playoff hopes alive, eliminating LA Clippers from the play-in.
(2026-04-15). Fact check: Viral video of Pakistani envoy calling out Israel at UN is old, unlinked to ME conflict. tribune.com.pk 
Multiple users and journalists on social media platform X have been sharing a video since Tuesday, claiming that it shows Pakistani Ambassador Asim Iftikhar calling out Israel at a UN Security Council session amid the ongoing situation in the Middle East. However, the clip is old from September 2025. | Pakistan stepped into the role of a mediator in the US-Israel war with Iran, successfully brokering a critical ceasefire between the warring sides on April 8, 2026. The South Asian country also hosted the first round of talks between Washington and Tehran on April 11-12, which ended inconclusively. | During this…
(2026-04-15). Pakistan seeks to shield Gulf states as US-Iran talks set to resume. scmp.com As Islamabad prepares to host a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran, Pakistani mediators are seeking ways to extricate the Gulf monarchies from the conflict, according to a well-placed diplomatic source. | While the success of those efforts depends largely on the outcome of talks that US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday could resume by the end of the week, Pakistan's mediation has produced a second confidence-building phone call in a week between the Iranian and…
(2026-04-15). New report shows Meta has been paying Israeli extremists. thecanary.co 
Most people you know will use Meta applications. But do they know the corporate giant is also paying Israeli extremists amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza and illegal settlement expansion in the West Bank? Meta incentivising hate, violence, and illegality Digital rights group 7amleh has released a new report showing Meta isn't just failing to […] | By
(2026-04-15). "Scorched-Earth Campaign" : Israel Uses "Gaza Playbook" to Turn Southern Lebanon into Rubble. democracynow.org 
Israeli forces continue to bombard towns in southern Lebanon today, according to Lebanese state media. Several people were killed in a strike on the coastal town of Ansariya. According to Lebanon's Health Ministry, Israeli attacks have killed over 2,100 people, wounding nearly 7,000. Over 1 million Lebanese have been displaced, and 40,000 homes have been destroyed or heavily damaged. We go to Beirut, where we're joined by investigative journalist Lylla Younes. Her family's village in the southern border municipality of Bint Jbeil was bombed yesterday. | "It's not just real estate tha…
(2026-04-15). Roger Waters Demands Release of President Maduro Cilia Flores in Brooklyn. orinocotribune.com Roger Waters chose April 13 to stage a protest outside the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, demanding the release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. The date was not chosen at random, as that same Monday, Venezuela commemorated National Dignity Day, marking 24 years since the defeat of the coup attempt against Commander Hugo Chávez, which was reversed by masses of Chávez supporters descending on the seat of the presidency in Caracas and demanding the return of their duly elected president. | The co-founder of Pink Floyd, who has consistently expressed his criticism of th…
(2026-04-15). Gallery: Standing up for the people of Iran . . . and Palestine, Lebanon, Venezuela, Cuba . . . asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report A massive Stop Wars Aotearoa coalition rally and march on the US Consulate took place in Auckland TƒÅmaki Makaurau last Saturday, 11 April 2026. "We're going to stand up for the people of Iran, stand up for the people of Palestine, stand up for the people of Lebanon, stand up for the…
(2026-04-15). Tribute paid to survivors of January's U.S. attack on Venezuela. radiohc.cu Survivors of the military aggression perpetrated by the United States against Venezuela on January 3, 2016, recently held a meeting with directors, staff, and war correspondents at the Institute of Information and Social Communication (ICS), led by its president, Alfonso Noya Martínez. | As the Cuban Institute of History (ICS) stated on its website, the meeting paid tribute to the 32 fallen combatants who died in the line of duty with a minute of silence and the screening of the film "Honor and Glory," on the eve of the commemorations of the defeat of imperialism at Playa Girón in 1961. | Officers from the Person…
(2026-04-15). Why US imposed blockade of Hormuz Strait. infobrics.org The blockade itself and a potential (if not likely) escalation with Tehran alone pose tremendous risks for the global economy. Any Iranian retaliation would create blowback. Namely, a prolonged energy crisis would inevitably cascade into massive price hikes for fertilizers, plastics, transport and manufacturing. Needless to say, this would severely undermine global economic growth.
(2026-04-15). UN nuclear chief urges strict Iran checks in any deal to end war. newarab.com 
The head of the
(2026-04-15). Everyone Knows Israel is Sabotaging The Iran Ceasefire—Even The Trump Administration. scheerpost.com Marc Steiner Show Real News Network Hours after a temporary ceasefire deal between the US and Iran was announced last week, Israel unleashed a massive, deadly bombing campaign on Lebanon. In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with award-winning Iranian-Canadian journalist Samira Mohyeddin about the reality that Israel is a rogue state …
(2026-04-15). Death toll from Türkiye school shooting rises to nine: minister. geo.tv 
This handout photograph taken and released on April 15, 2026 by Turkish news agency DHA shows first aid officers ambulances parking next to a school in Kahramanmaras, southern Türkiye. — AFPThose killed included a teacher and three students: governor. Minister says immediate…
(2026-04-15). Why are Democratic Leaders Still Ignoring Voters on Israel? progressivehub.net NORMAN SOLOMON | THE GUARDIAN…
(2026-04-15). The future of NDIS support depends on quality. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-15). Israel says Thunberg more influential 'antisemite' than Fuentes. responsiblestatecraft.org Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg is the world's second most dangerous antisemite, several spots ahead of white nationalist Nick Fuentes, according to a new
(2026-04-15). Bayern Defeats Real Madrid and Qualifies for the Champions League Semi-finals. radiohc.cu Havana, April 15 (RHC) — Bayern Munich beat Real Madrid four goals to three today to qualify for the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League. | Real Madrid took the lead in the opening minute with a goal from midfielder Arda Gàºler, who capitalized on a glaring error by goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. | The Merengues' advantage was short-lived, as in the sixth minute of the first half, Aleksandar Pavlovic headed the ball into the back of the net, putting his team ahead on aggregate. | The team managed by àÅlvaro Arbeloa regained the lead with Arda Gàºler's second goal of the match, a powerful free…
(2026-04-15). Baraboo, WI, May Day 2026 Protest: Workers Over Billionaires! wibailoutpeople.org 
Baraboo May Day 2026 Protest: Workers Over Billionaires Friday, May 1, 2026, 10 am — 12 pm Sidewalk in front of the Campbell Park Pool, 320 South Blvd, Baraboo, WI When the billionaires break every rule, we know it's going to take more than a protest to stop them. Join us on May Day to …
(2026-04-15). Union bureaucrats, Democrats cancel strike of 77,000 Los Angeles educators. wsws.org What took place was not a genuine negotiation but an operation to stop a strike that threatened the union bureaucracy and the Democratic Party.
(2026-04-15). Cobbs Creek students are making gun violence prevention a priority in their West Philly neighborhood. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? High school junior Kai Sample stood in the center of the basketball gym at Boys' Latin of Philadelphia middle school with a mic in hand on a recent Thursday afternoon. | He wore a black T-shirt with a red circular "no" symbol across a picture of a gun. The words, "Enough — End Gun Violence," were bright orange on the front. | "Y'all ready?" he asked a crowd of students, teachers and family members who sat along the perimeter of the gym. "Alright, ready, set, go!" | Kai…
(2026-04-15). China plans $2 billion investment in Egypt aluminium complex. newarab.com 
Chinese industrial group Henan Zhongfu is in talks with the government about investing in a new factory in the Suez Canal Economic Zone in what would be a boost to the country's aluminium industry, the Egyptian government said on Saturday. | The plan was proposed to Prime Minister Mos…
(2026-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-04-15). Workers at Axalta Coating Systems fight to resurrect their union. peoplesworld.org 
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich.—With a high-stakes union election set to close Wednesday night, over 350 workers at the Axalta Coating Systems plant are organizing and fighting to join the United Auto Workers (UAW) in a vote that could reshape one of the nation's largest automotive paint suppliers. The workers, who once had union representation when the …
(2026-04-15). Cancellation of Los Angeles schools strike latest in string of union betrayals. wsws.org The last-minute deal demonstrates the ruling class's extreme sensitivity to and fear of the class struggle and its reliance on the union bureaucracy to suppress it.
(2026-04-15). Mike Lee Takes On 'Valley Of Death' Plaguing Nuclear Energy Developers. wattsupwiththat.com the Nuclear Energy Launch Pad created by Lee's legislation "meaningfully expands opportunities for private companies to demonstrate their technologies in partnership with the [DOE]."
(2026-04-15). Talk World Radio: Howard Yaruss on Understandable Economics. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio, we're joined by Howard Yaruss, an economist, professor, attorney, businessman, and activist who teaches at New York University. He has published a new edition of a book called Understandable …
(2026-04-15). China dismisses claims of aiding Iran with satellite intelligence on US bases. geo.tv 
This video grab taken from UGC images posted on social media on February 28, 2026, and verified by AFPTV teams in Paris, shows the moment of an Iranian strike on a US base in Bahrain. — AFPFT report says Iran acquired Chinese spy satellite in 2024.Leaked documents suggest IRGC uses…
(2026-04-15). Pope Leo stresses message of peace and unity despite another Trump attack. scmp.com Pope Leo has said the world needs to hear a message of peace and coexistence, after US President Donald Trump attacked him for a second time this week on social media. | Speaking on Wednesday during his flight from Algeria to Cameroon for the second leg of a whirlwind 10-day ‚ÄåAfrica tour, the first US pontiff urged respect for all people and said his travels so far had shown the importance of pursuing dialogue between different communities.
(2026-04-15). Stop the Global War Bank: Launch of an Open Letter Condemning Canada's Plan to Lead and Host the DSRB. worldbeyondwar.org 
Today World BEYOND War was proud to bring together civil society organizations across sectors and across the country in denouncing the DSRB war bank and Canada's plans to host and lead it. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-04-15). Saudi largesse plugs Pakistan's sudden reserve hole. tribune.com.pk 
As Saudi Arabia extended a $3 billion new loan to fill a sudden hole in reserves, the government has decided to request the International Monetary Fund to increase the size of the current $7 billion bailout package to offset the impact of the Middle East war on the economy. | Official sources told The Express Tribune that the deliberations have taken place in the Prime Minister's Office and the Ministry of Finance to enhance the size of the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility, which is ending in September next year. With the approval of the $1 billion fourth tranche next month, Pakistan has so far availed $4 bil…
(2026-04-15). Sudan enters 4th year of war as 'abandoned crisis' grows. scmp.com Famine. Massacres. And now badly needed food and other supplies are under strain. Sudan on Wednesday enters a fourth year of war that is being called an "abandoned crisis" as a new conflict in the Middle East throws into shadow the fighting that has forced 13 million people to flee their homes. | Sudan has been described as the world's largest humanitarian challenge, notably in terms of displacement and hunger. There is no end in sight to the fighting between the military and the paramilitary…
(2026-04-15). Campus harassment fears alarm Senate panel. tribune.com.pk 
The Senate Functional Committee on Devolution expressed serious concern over the rise in sexual harassment cases in the country's higher educational institutions. | In its meeting on Wednesday, some committee members referred to the case of Fahmida Laghari, a medical student who allegedly took her own life after being repeatedly harassed by a teacher and called for effective measures to stop such incidents. | The committee chairman, Senator Zamir Hussain Ghumro, noted that Fahmida Laghari, a student at Muhammad Medical College in Mirpurkhas, had not reported the harassment and was driven to an extreme step.
(2026-04-15). Trump's NLRB rules against Henry Ford Genesys Hospital nurses as strike enters 8th month. wsws.org The struggle against the hospital's strike-breaking and refusal to address staffing issues requires a fight against management and the Teamsters union bureaucracy, which has isolated and diverted the fight into the dead end of appeals to the NLRB and the Democratic Party in Lansing.
(2026-04-15). Vietnam, Russia Expand Room for, Elevate Trade Cooperation. infobrics.org According to the Department of Foreign Market Development under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), Russia remains one of Vietnam's key economic partners, particularly in industry and energy…
(2026-04-15). Army Names Its New MV-75 Tiltrotor Cheyenne II. twz.com 
(2026-04-15). Chinese steelmakers coordinate response to EU's carbon-linked import imposts. scmp.com China's leading steelmakers are stepping up coordinated efforts to adjust export strategies, compliance systems and pricing models in response to this year's full implementation of the EU's tariff-like Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which imposes direct carbon-linked costs on imports. | "China's indirect steel exports to the EU are substantial, and a significant portion consists of high value-added products," said Jiang Wei, vice-chairman and secretary general of the China Iron and…
(2026-04-15). Why North Korea is rekindling China relations. scmp.com Having invested significant diplomatic capital into ties with Russia in recent years, North Korea now seems to be pivoting back to China. Leader Kim Jong-un said his country places "the greatest value" on improving ties with Beijing. | This shift came during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's two-day visit to North Korea last week, where he met Kim and North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui.
(2026-04-15). At least 9 dead in Turkey's second school shooting in as many days. scmp.com A 14-year-old armed with five guns opened fire at a Turkish school on Wednesday, killing nine people, wounding 13 and sparking scenes of mayhem as students jumped out of windows to escape. | The attack in the southern province of Kahramanmaras was Turkey's second such incident in as many days, shocking a country where school shootings are a rare occurrence. | Interior Minister Mustafa Ciftci confirmed nine deaths, with 13 wounded — six in intensive care, three of them in a critical condition.
(2026-04-15). The Last Thing He Told Me. whyy.org Nicolaj Coster-Waldau & Judy Greer talk with Patrick Stoner about making the second season of the series as the author was writing the sequel.
(2026-04-15). Big realtors in New York City demand massive concessions from residential building workers. wsws.org Tens of thousands of residential building workers in the largest American city are prepared to strike against concessions.
(2026-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-15). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-04-15). German drones useless for real combat. infobrics.org German defense industry seems outdated.
(2026-04-15). President Ramaphosa undertakes Working Visit to Spain. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa undertakes Working Visit to Spain | President Cyril Ramaphosa undertook a Working Visit to the Kingdom of Spain on Wednesday night. ⚪ "His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa is this evening undertaking a working visit to the Kingdom of Spain, where the President will have an audience with the King of Spain, His Majesty Felipe VI, and a bilateral engagement with the President of the Government of Spain, His Excellency Dr Pedro Sánchez," the Presidency said on Wednesday night. ⚪ In his weekly newsletter, which reflected on the recently concluded sixth South Africa Investment Conference, Pres…
(2026-04-15). Continúa enfrentamiento a incendios forestales en Pinar del Río. radiohc.cu Fuerzas del Cuerpo de Guardabosques de Pinar del Río y del sistema de la Agricultura siguen el enfrentamiento a dos incendios forestales en la occidental provincia, de cara a su control. | El mayor de ellos, originado el viernes en la zona La Lanza, en el municipio de Minas de Matahambre, ya ha afectado unas 540 hectáreas (ha) de bosques, dijo a la Agencia Cubana de Noticias Rubén Guerra Corrales, jefe de gestión y manejo del fuego en el Fuerzas del Cuerpo de Guardabosques -CGB. | En el área se mantienen alrededor de 160 efectivos forestales y guardabosques de Minas de Matahambre, Mantua y Viñales; así como de la…