(2026-04-28). IDF chief rebukes commanders over looting, misconduct, vows to the. haaretz.com In a speech delivered to senior officers, the chief of staff focused on looting in Lebanon, which he described as 'a moral stain on the entire army,' the destruction of a statue of Jesus and soldiers wearing patches with political messages. He promised that he would enforce a series of measures to combat these problems…
(2026-04-28). Displaced women in Lebanon face period poverty amid Israel's war. newarab.com 
When Heba, a mother of four, was suddenly displaced from her home in the southern Beirut suburb of Dahiyeh on 2 March following the The 34-year-old is now living with four other displaced families in Bourj Hammoud, a densely populated area northeast of central Beirut | She describes the menstrual period as a social taboo or "aib" — a topic not fit for public discuss…
(2026-04-28). Mapping the destruction: How Israel 'wiped out' Lebanon's Bint Jbeil. aljazeera.com An Al Jazeera visual probe maps the systematic demolition of Lebanon's border towns, mirroring the devastation in Gaza.
(2026-04-28). Rubio defends daily Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite ceasefire. newarab.com 
In the interview, the Secretary of State described the ongoing Israeli conflict in Lebanon as a "unique situation" and claimed that the ceasefire agreement stipulated Israel's right to "respond to missile threats". | H…
(2026-04-28). 1,100 artists call for boycott of Eurovision over Israel's Gaza genocide. wsws.org The letter is a moving assertion of opposition to the ongoing genocide and the cultural devastation that accompanies it.
(2026-04-28). Born during Israel's genocide: Gaza's child survivors bear the scars of war. aljazeera.com Gaza's youngest survivors face lifelong disabilities from toxic gas and burns as the healthcare system collapses.
(2026-04-28). Gaza's injured women forced to rebuild lives amid genocide. newarab.com 
In a dimly lit room in Gaza, powered by a flickering solar lamp, Israa Abu Libda sits at an ageing sewing machine, guiding red and black threads through embroidered fabric while pressing the pedal with her remaining foot. She pauses at intervals to check the stitching, running her fingers over the cloth before continuing. | Her life was not always like this. Before
(2026-04-28). Trump cornered again: Putin's diplomat publicly lectures America on how to make peace with Iran. hindustantimes.com Russia is stepping into the Iran war endgame. As Tehran submits a peace proposal that skips nuclear concessions, a Russian envoy urges Washington to change its Iran stance and Putin offers to store enriched uranium. Behind the scenes, wounded supreme leader Mojtaba sends secret messages while staying hidden from public view.
(2026-04-28). Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end war, says US official. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 7, 2025. — Reuters US says nuclear issues must be dealt with from the outset.Trump unhappy with delaying deal on Iran nuclear programme.Iran demands blockade be lifted before any…
(2026-04-28). Again To the Grisly Well, With Ballrooms. commondreams.org 
Leave it to this still-repugnant regime to instantly twist a Keystone Cops security breach – not a so-distant-it-was-on-another-floor "assassination attempt" – to their own skeevy purposes: blaming Democrats for "this dark moment," demanding a $400 million gold ballroom for "national security," burnishing the Brave Dear Leader myth of an addled old man who barely registered it, and what gun control issue? Meet the Epstein class: When shots (again) ring out, they get a friggin' ballroom, kids get thoughts and prayers.The latest "clown show on steroids" – and grim proof of Trump's relentless corrosion of politi…
(2026-04-27). IMO chief calls for int'l support for seafarers evacuation from Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 27 ⚪ International Maritime OrganizationSecretary-General Arsenio Dominguez on Monday called for international support for the evacuation of seafarers trapped in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-28). Russian superyacht crosses blockaded Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
A superyacht linked to sanctioned Nord – a 142-meter (465-foot) yacht worth over $500 million – left a
(2026-04-28). China orders maritime security research as Strait of Hormuz crisis exposes trade risks. scmp.com China is stepping up efforts to secure critical sea lanes and protect its overseas assets, as crises at maritime chokepoints — including the Strait of Hormuz — expose growing vulnerabilities in global trade. | In response, Beijing has tasked leading industrial enterprises and academic institutions with spearheading research to safeguard strategic trade corridors and overseas port holdings, amid escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the US-Israeli war in Iran and legal disputes over Panama…
(2026-04-28). Iran war disruptions to global gas market to linger for years, report shows. haaretz.com According to the report, the war is expected to result in a loss of 120 billion cubic meters of natural gas by the end of the decade. Israel is one of the countries that has not been directly harmed by the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, due to its domestic supply…
(2026-04-27). U.S. stocks little changed as investors weigh Iran proposal. ecns.cn S.stocks ended mixed on Monday with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite Index closing at record highs as investors assessed a reported Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-28). Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does Middle East conflict threaten subsea cables. geo.tv 
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, April 27, 2026. — ReutersIran warned last week that submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz were a vulnerable point for the region's digital economy, raising concerns about potential attacks on critical infrastructure.The…
(2026-04-28). When will Strait of Hormuz be 'safe' for commercial shipping again? aljazeera.com Even if the strait reopens, shipping insurance could cost 20 times more than before the war, analysts say.
(2026-04-28). Trump: Iran told U.S. it is in of asked to open Strait of Hormuz. haaretz.com
(2026-04-28). Iran and Russia are gaming the United States, and winning. responsiblestatecraft.org Both
(2026-04-28). China's Politburo steps up policy response as Iran war shakes global economy. scmp.com China has vowed to take a holistic approach in responding to external shocks and safeguarding the country's energy security, as the economic fallout from the US-Israel war on Iran continues to spread around the world. | At a meeting on Tuesday, the country's Politburo — a major decision-making body of the ruling Communist Party led by President Xi Jinping — also stressed the need to boost the nation's tech self-reliance and control over its industrial supply chains.
(2026-04-28). As Trump's narrative on negotiations flails, Iran is setting its own terms for ending the war. asiapacificreport.nz ANALYSIS: By Jeremy Scahill Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has been on a strategic tour to prepare for two dramatically different paths that could unfold in the coming days — a return to diplomacy or a resumption of the war with the US and Israel. While President Donald Trump has claimed that the Iranian government…
(2026-04-28). FO Talks: Why Pakistan Is Mediating Between the US and Iran — and Why Is Israel Not Invited? fairobserver.com
(2026-04-28). La guerra all'Iran sta mettendo sotto stress le fondamenta dal predominio finanziario statunitense. strategic-culture.su Tra i suoi molteplici effetti "a cascata", la guerra scatenata dalla coalizione israelo-statunitense contro l'Iran ha indotto le monarche arabe del Golfo Persico a riconsiderare radicalmente la reale consistenza delle garanzie di sicurezza statunitensi. | Segue nostro Dall'inizio del conflitto, la rappresaglia iraniana si è concentrata non soltanto su Israele, ma anche sulle basi militari statunitensi impiantate presso i Paesi inquadrati…
(2026-04-28). UK probe attack on London memorial to Iranians. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Iran's Araghchi says US requested new round of talks. newarab.com 
Tehran is weighing a new US request to Speaking after a
(2026-04-27). Iran condemns U.S. seizure of vessels carrying Iranian oil on high seas. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 27 ⚪ Irans Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday strongly condemned the U.S.seizure of vessels carrying Iranian oil on the high seas.The United States later imposed its own blockade after peace talks with Iran in Pakistan collapsed in mid-April.
(2026-04-28). No war, no peace: The dangerous US—Iran deadlock. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). What are the main stumbling blocks in the US-Iran truce offer. newarab.com 
Iran has presented a new three-stage peace plan aimed at ending the war with According to the
(2026-04-28). New Report Exposes Trump Cryptocurrency Corruption. commondreams.org President Donald Trump and his sons have approximately $1 billion tied to crypto venture World Liberty Financial, which was founded by the Trumps, alongside Steve Witkoff, now Trump's special envoy for peace. A new report by Public Citizen details how the venture hinges on Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, which pleaded guilty in 2023 to sanctions and money laundering violations tied largely to Iran—the country Trump has taken the United States to war with. The Trump administration has simultaneously dismantled the enforcement tools that would hold crypto outfits like Binance accountable[mdas…
(2026-04-28). Rebuilding healthcare will take $10 billion over next five years, WHO says. haaretz.com According to the report, more than 1,800 healthcare facilities have been destroyed or damaged across the Strip, about 70 percent of medical equipment has been depleted and at least half of essential medicines are unavailable…
(2026-04-28). Israeli army kills child in Gaza, settlers burn Palestinian home. newarab.com 
An Israeli airstrike killed a Palestinian boy in an area east of Khan Younis on Tuesday, as Israeli forces continue their assault on The child was identified as Adel Lafi al-Najjar, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa and was aged nine. | The latest killing brings…
(2026-04-28). Palestinians in Gaza use war rubble to repair streets. radiohc.cu Palestinian workers reportedly used crushed concrete and metal into usable pavement as part of a UN-run project in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza. | Alessandro Mrakic, head of UNDP's Gaza office, said UNDP teams staffed by Palestinian workers are using the rubble "to rehabilitate roads and pave areas for shelters and community kitchens." Mrakic added that the territory faces one of the largest post-war debris clearance challenges in modern history, with an estimated 61 million tons of rubble. | "We have started sorting, we have started crushing, and, as such, reusing it," Mrakic told Reuters. "We have used almost the…
(2026-04-28). water system is crumbling under war and continued military activity. haaretz.com European, UN and World Bank reports point to severe damage across the Strip's water infrastructure. A small Israeli-backed project offers hope, but only limited relief…
(2026-04-28). Gaza's bread crisis deepens with 50% production cuts. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Israel using water access as 'weapon' in Gaza: MSF. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). UK PM Starmer avoids parliament probe over Epstein associate Peter Mandelson. scmp.com Embattled UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday survived a bid by opposition politicians to subject him to a parliamentary probe over his controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as envoy to the US. | Members of parliament voted against referring Starmer to a committee to consider if he misled parliament over giving Mandelson, an ex-associate of late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the plum diplomatic post.
(2026-04-28). Nearly 600 Venezuelans Repatriated From US in New Return to the Homeland Flights. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The repatriation process remains a critical lifeline for Venezuelans seeking to escape the…
(2026-04-28). Weekly Vigil Against War and Militarism at Willy Blair Streets on Thursdays, Madison. wibailoutpeople.org 
4: 30-5: 30 P.M. Palestine. Venezuela. ICE in Minnesota. Iran. Lebanon. All the aggression and harm the US is inflicting and supporting around the world. Bring your sorrow and solidarity and stand with all who are suffering from U.S. unhinged warring and militarism, both domestically and abroad. Bring your own signs or use those provided. Sponsored by World …
(2026-04-28). Venezuela and Barbados Consolidate Alliance for Integration and Shared Prosperity. orinocotribune.com During her official visit to Barbados on Monday, Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez held meetings in Bridgetown with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and earlier with President Jeffrey Bostic. | Rodríguez was received by the Barbadian prime minister at her official residence, Ilaro Court. There, she signed the book of distinguished visitors and then met with Mottley. She was accompanied by Foreign Minister Yván Gil and other members of the official Venezuelan delegation. Barbadian authorities participated in the expanded working meeting, focused on strengthening bilateral relations and deepening collabor…
(2026-04-28). BP reports huge profit rise in first quarter amid Iran war. newarab.com 
British energy giant BP on Tuesday reported a sharp increase in profits in the first quarter as Oil prices have BP's profit after tax jumped to $3.8 billion for the January-March period from $687 million in the same period a year earlier…
(2026-04-28). Amnesty calls for US strike on Yemen to be investigated as war crime. aljazeera.com The attack last year on a migrant detention facility killed at least 68 people.
(2026-04-27). Nation set to host foreign ministers. ecns.cn China is set to host the foreign ministers of Belgium and Australia this week, underscoring the country's commitment to strengthening ties with key partners in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.
(2026-04-28). UAE to exit Opec, dealing blow to oil cartel's unity. scmp.com The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) and the wider Opec+ alliance effective May 1, a move that signals a push for greater control over its production strategy. | The decision followed "a comprehensive review" of the country's production policy and capacity, the Ministry of Infrastructure said in a statement, adding that it was based on national interests and a commitment to help meet global market…
(2026-04-28). This Democratic insider wants to rewrite the party's Israel playbook. responsiblestatecraft.org A Palestinian family was waiting for Israeli officials to return their son's body. Inside a mourning tent, a group of American foreign policy leaders sat with them.It was August 2025, and Ilan Goldenberg — a former adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris — was leading a trip to the West Bank with his former Biden administration colleagues. When Goldenberg heard about the killing, he decided to make a detour to this village on the outskirts of Hebron.The family was grieving 31-year-old Awdah al-Hathaleen, a local activist who helped film the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land. Days earlier, Aw…
(2026-04-28). Ukraine, Israel in spat over 'stolen' grain shipments. newarab.com 
Ukraine and Israel traded diplomatic blows on Tuesday as President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned what he said were Kyiv considers all grain
(2026-04-28). Three blows to the petrodollar and the start of an irreversible process. uwidata.com By Serhat Latifoƒülu US President Roosevelt and Saudi King Abdulaziz laid the foundations of the petrodollar system on February 14, 1945, during their meeting aboard the USS Quincy. It was based on a very powerful formula: oil and dollars in exchange for security. The US would provide military guarantees to the Gulf countries; in return, …
(2026-04-28). Cuba will not be alone on International Worker's Day. radiohc.cu Cuban plazas will be, this coming May 1st, platforms from which the people of this archipelago, with proletarian strength, will defend their right to be a free, independent, sovereign and peaceful land. | Accompanied by hundreds of friends from around the world who have come to the Island to share in the daily resistance of a country that overcomes all the difficulties imposed upon it to suffocate it, the working masses will take to the streets the same conviction they have shown with their signatures for the Homeland in recent days. Friends of solidarity have seen it, and have said so. | It is "the most solidari…
(2026-04-28). What next for Manchester United with Champions League return almost sealed? aljazeera.com Man Utd's return to UEFA Champions League is all but confirmed after two-year absence, but what next for fallen giants?>
(2026-04-27). China reports breakthrough in yak cloning, genome-based breeding in Xizang. ecns.cn China has achieved a breakthrough in yak breeding using a combination of whole-genome selection and somatic cell cloning, with cloned calves successfully born and early-stage scaling underway, researchers said on Monday.
(2026-04-27). Heatwave grips most parts of India as mercury crosses 46-degree Celsius mark. ecns.cn NEW DELHI, April 28 ⚪ Most parts of India have continued to face extreme heatwave conditions over the past few days.As a precautionary measure, a new ward to treat heat-stroke cases has been opened at the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in central Delhi.
(2026-04-27). White House Correspondents' Association Dinner shooting suspect charged with attempted assassination. ecns.cn WASHINGTON, April 27 ⚪ Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the shooting Saturday night at the White House CorrespondentsAssociation Dinner, was charged on Monday with attempting to assassinate U.
(2026-04-28). Greece man, 89, arrested after Athens shooting injures 5 people. scmp.com An 89-year-old man armed with a hunting rifle opened fire inside a Greek social security office in Athens on Tuesday, wounding an employee in the leg, authorities said. | The suspect then carried out a second shooting at a courthouse in the city, leaving four more people lightly injured. | The attack was reportedly sparked by problems with the man's pension payments. | He was arrested a few hours after the shootings in the port city of Patras, state broadcaster ERT reported.
(2026-04-27). From flavors to greetings: The warmth of China—ASEAN connection. ecns.cn Mountains and seas connect China and ASEAN, while hearts and minds grow ever closer. Guided by cultural exchange and mutual learning, both sides deepen cooperation across heritage, film, tourism, cuisine, language, and festivals.
(2026-04-28). US unions' "May Day Strong" seeks to neuter May Day. wsws.org If the American union bureaucracy, which for over a century was openly hostile to May Day, is now partly changing its tune, it is because they want to get in front of the growing movement to the left, dilute the radicalization and divert it into harmless channels.
(2026-04-28). Facing US and Chinese pressure, the EU must forge its own strategy. scmp.com Writing in Foreign Affairs, Tsinghua University's Da Wei argued that China wants Europe to function as an independent pole in a changing global order, but that Europe lacks "a more independent soul". He is half right. Europe has the assets for independence. What it lacks is the strategy. | Europe and the United States face the same rival but carry different exposures. Since 2018, the US has cut its direct imports from China. Europe's have grown harder to unwind. What appears to be decoupling is…
(2026-04-28). Paris and Lyon prepare as Nice mayor opposes 2030 Olympics ice hockey venue. aljazeera.com French organisers consider Lyon or Paris for ice hockey due to political impasse in Nice over its stadium plan.
(2026-04-28). Jakarta train collision: Death toll rises to 14, over 80 injured in Bekasi crash. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The death toll in a train collision near Indonesia's capital, Jakarta, has climbed to 14, with at least 84 people injured, officials confirmed on Tuesday after rescue operations were completed.The accident took place late Monday in Bekasi, located on the outskirts of Jakarta, when a commuter train collided with a long-distance train. According to Bobby Rasyidin, chief executive of state railway operator PT KAI, the number of fatalities rose as authorities gathered more information from the site.Rescue teams worked through the night to free passengers trapped inside the wreckage. Mohammad Syafii, he…
(2026-04-28). British protesters say royal visit proves complicity in Trump's wars. peoplesworld.org 
LONDON—King Charles III's visit with Donald Trump was branded a "national embarrassment" in London Monday after activists slammed Britain as "complicit" in U.S. attacks on international law and human rights. Campaigners were joined by Amnesty International UK and political leaders in demanding the government stop its support for the U.S. president and "resist and push back" …
(2026-04-28). Light Uncrewed Cargo Helicopters Based On Robinson R66 And Bell 505 Compete For USMC Contract. twz.com 
The U.S. Marine Corps is set to test at least two new autonomous cargo helicopters, as it seeks to field platforms that can rapidly resupply Marines in contested environments. The service recently awarded contracts for two such platforms, one being the R66 Turbinetruck that
(2026-04-28). Minister announces 4% wage increase for public servants. sanews.gov.za Minister announces 4% wage increase for public servants | Public Service and Administration Minister, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, has announced a 4% wage increase for public servants. ⚪ The adjustment, effective from 1 April 2026, applies to employees on salary levels 1 to 12 and those covered by Occupation Specific Dispensations (OSDs). ⚪ The increase gives effect to the Public Service Co-ordinating Bargaining Council (PSCBC) Resolution 1 of 2025, which established a multi-year wage framework for the public service. ⚪ "The implementation of this 4% adjustment is a testament to our unwavering commitment to the s…
(2026-04-28). 'Looming' risk of nuclear arms race, UN meeting hears. newarab.com 
Signatories of the landmark nuclear non-proliferation treaty began a meeting Monday at the In 2022, during the last review of the treaty considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General
(2026-04-28). Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threat at World Cup. aljazeera.com Congressmen call for immediate interagency action to secure airspace over ‚Äåthe 11 US World Cup 2026 host cities.
(2026-04-28). Meta and Microsoft announce mass layoffs, as AI jobs massacre continues. wsws.org Meta and Microsoft announced measures to eliminate more than 16,000 jobs with references to efficiency and cost-cutting necessitated by major investments in artificial intelligence.
(2026-04-28). The Dollar as a River of Power. fairobserver.com 
The US dollar is often described as the world's reserve currency, but that description understates its true role. It is not simply a unit of account or a medium of exchange — it is the underlying infrastructure of the global economy. A more accurate metaphor is a river: vast, dynamic and shaping the terrain through…
(2026-04-28). Opera Philadelphia's upcoming season will feature a comedy about a president who defies electoral defeat to become a dictator. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? In George and Ira Gershwin's "Let 'Em Eat Cake", a fictional U.S. president denies his lost re-election, reclaims the presidency in a fascist coup and capitalizes on his own dictatorship. Along the way, he launched a business selling blue shirts, turns the Supreme Court into a baseball team and redesigns the White House. | The plot of the Ira and George Gershwin comic musical "Let 'Em Eat Cake" was written 93 years ago and has not been seen onstage in America in almost as lo…
(2026-04-28). The Third Party That's Pushing the Democrats Left. portside.org The Third Party That's Pushing the Democrats Left |
(2026-04-28). Migrants in hiding as Mauritania pushbacks drastically cut Europe arrivals. aljazeera.com Following an EU deal, Mauritanian authorities have rounded up and deported thousands of people to Mali and Senegal.
(2026-04-28). Israeli jails blocking Palestinian access to vital medical care. newarab.com 
Israeli prison officials are deliberately depriving The prison policy is in line with far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's block on the families of detainees depositing funds to their loved ones, needed to access vital medical equipment. | Among those affected is Adam Oweneih, who is deaf and unable to replace the batteries for his cochlear…
(2026-04-28). For US Commentators on Iran, Mass Murder Is Magic. juancole.com (
(2026-04-28). The State of Climate Science: Uncertainty, Complexity, and the Politics That Follow. wattsupwiththat.com That combination brings both uncertainty and, inevitably, complications.
(2026-04-28). Britain After Empire: Strategic Anxiety and the Russian Question. moguldom.com From Global Empire to an "Ordinary" Power In the first half of the twentieth century, the British Empire remained the largest colonial power in the world: at its height, its territory exceeded 30 million square kilometers, and roughly a quarter of the world's population were subjects of the Crown. These estimates align with the findings …
(2026-04-28). Trump welcomes King Charles to White House on 'beautiful British day'. scmp.com Britain's King Charles arrived at the White House on Tuesday for a meeting with US President Donald Trump, as part of a state visit intended to underscore unity between the two long-time allies, despite deep divisions over the Iran war. | Charles and Queen Camilla were greeted by the president and first lady Melania Trump for a morning visit to the presidential mansion while hundreds of guests stood on the South Lawn with the Washington Monument in the distance.
(2026-04-28). Ex-FBI director James Comey indicted again, this time over anti-Trump post. scmp.com Former FBI director James Comey was indicted on Tuesday in an investigation over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials said constituted a threat against US President Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the matter. | The person was not authorised to publicly discuss the matter and confirmed the indictment on the condition of anonymity. The charge or charges against Comey were not immediately known.
(2026-04-28). Zelenskyy says Israel broke own law by buying stolen Ukrainian wheat from Russia, vows sanctions. haaretz.com The president's comments come as another ship suspected of carrying grain stolen from occupied territory in Ukraine arrived on Sunday in Haifa Bay. The European Union said it was mulling sanctions on Israeli individuals and entities aiding Russia…
(2026-04-28). First polls after Bennett-Lapid merger show no majority for anti-Netanyahu bloc without Arab parties. haaretz.com Surveys by Israel's three main news outlets put the bloc aiming to oust the prime minister at 60, 58 and 52 seats, as former-PM Bennett emphasizes that the alliance will rely exclusively on 'Zionist' parties…
(2026-04-28). Is capitalism fuelling today's wars? Varsha Gandikota & Jason Hickel. aljazeera.com Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla asks political economist Jason Hickel if Global South states can take back their sovereignty.
(2026-04-28). Before World Cup, FIFA slammed for politicising sport with Trump prize. aljazeera.com Football officials and players question FIFA's decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump.
(2026-04-28). Against preventive detention: recognition, coercion, and mental health policy. onlineopinion.com.au Detaining people for what they might do doesn't protect freedom. It denies it at the root.
(2026-04-28). 14 killed, 84 injured as two trains collided in Indonesia. geo.tv 
Technicians work at site after a deadly collision between a commuter line train and a long-distance train, in Bekasi, on the outskirts of Jakarta, Indonesia, April 28, 2026. — ReutersWomen-only carriage suffered the worst impact: official.President Prabowo Subianto visits victims in…
(2026-04-27). Study finds glucose-based feed may improve lamb quality in arid regions. ecns.cn Chinese researchers say a glucose-based feed supplement may improve lamb growth and meat quality in cold, arid regions where seasonal feed shortages limit production.
(2026-04-28). Everyone needs to worry about 62 million men — particularly men. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-28). Iranian snooker player Vafaei proud to 'fight for my people'. newarab.com 
Iranian snooker player Vafaei, the world No. 32 nicknamed the "Prince of Persia", said he has been "all over the place" mentally in recent months amid the Yet he…
(2026-04-28). Gulf leaders meet in S. Arabia to discuss Iran strikes response. newarab.com 
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a consultative meeting of the A Gulf official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the meeting aimed to craft a response to the thousands of Iranian
(2026-04-28). The U.S. blockade threatens Cuba's maritime security. radiohc.cu The Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations denounced the impact of the United States' economic, commercial, and financial blockade on maritime security at the Security Council during the open debate held on April 27th. | According to a statement released by the Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations on its Facebook page, Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Cuba to the UN, emphasized the strategic importance of the issue and its global implications, especially for developing countries and small island states. | The diplomat warned about the coercive and extraterrito…
(2026-04-28). Soweto-based tech company disrupts the industry. sanews.gov.za Soweto-based tech company disrupts the industry |
(2026-04-28). UNDP report exposes vulnerability of South Asia's economies to US war against Iran. wsws.org South Asia accounts for the largest share of people—an estimated additional 8.8 million—being pushed into poverty by the Iran war, with the region particularly exposed to rising food and energy costs and falling remittances.
(2026-04-28). Big Brother Is Watching: How Governments Quietly Shape Cultural Soft Power. fairobserver.com Imagine a world where movies, music, art exhibitions, plays and TV shows are produced under government instructions to shape your everyday preferences and habits. Well, that has already been imagined, from English author George Orwell's 1984 (1949) to Canadian author Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale (1985). But instead of people being aware or forced to…
(2026-04-28). Why Being Intentional Is So Important When Managing Your Personal Finances. moguldom.com When people think about managing their personal finances, the first image that often comes to mind is restriction, cutting back, saying no, and eliminating anything that feels like a luxury. While discipline certainly has its place, an overly restrictive approach can quickly become unsustainable. What truly makes a financial plan effective over the long term …
(2026-04-28). Italy's Meloni government in crisis as rift with Israel and Trump opens. wsws.org Rising working class opposition to war and austerity and inter-imperialist antagonisms have forced damaging zigzags in Italian foreign policy.
(2026-04-28). UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in blow to global oil producers' group. newarab.com 
The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was quitting The loss of the
(2026-04-28). Australia: Labor's aged home care cuts continue. wsws.org Hundreds of thousands of retired workers, mostly depending on poverty-line aged pensions, are still facing prohibitive costs under the Support at Home program, which the Labor government launched last November.
(2026-04-28). Peruvian far-right stages scandal over elections as nominally "left" candidate climbs to second place. wsws.org Despite the record of Roberto Sánchez Palomino as a trusted administrator of capitalist interests, the far-right seeks to create a scandal over election mismanagement to block his candidacy.
(2026-04-28). Greece's top diplomat in Tripoli to discuss migrant arrivals. newarab.com 
The Greek and
(2026-04-28). Iraq appoints businessman Ali Al-Zaidi as prime minister. newarab.com 
On Monday evening, 27 April, Iraqi President A statement from the Iraqi presidency said Amidi "tasks the nominee of the largest parliamentary bloc, The move comes after Iraq's ruling…
(2026-04-28). Milwaukee, 'The Six Billion Dollar Man' Film Screening April 20-30, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Showtimes Film Details Related Films Sponsor Oriental Theatre2230 N. Farwell Ave., Milwaukee Don't miss The Six Billion Dollar Man, a documentary about Julian Assange, WikiLeaks, press freedom, truth, secrecy, and state power. The film is part of the Milwaukee Film Festival. The film received the Special Jury Prize for the 10th anniversary of L'≈íil d'Or …
(2026-04-28). Critical Statement by Russian Defense Ministry: Sponsors of the Conflict in Ukraine Named. uwidata.com 
By Feyyaz Erkin E≈üli On April 15, 2026, Russia's Ministry of Defense released a significant statement regarding the continuation of the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. It was reported that on March 26, 2026, a number of European countries decided to increase the supply of military drones to the AFU (Armed Forces of Ukraine), …
(2026-04-28). King Charles to promote British-US unity in speech to Congress. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Top Israeli police officer calls Arab lawmakers online. haaretz.com Chief Superintendent Doron Ahrak's wrath was primarily focused on Arab lawmakers, whom he often referred to as 'dogs' and 'terrorists' ‚ñ Many of…
(2026-04-28). Is Arab Pressure Pushing Trump Toward a Deal With Iran? thinktank.pk As tensions between the United States and Iran intensify in late April 2026, a deeper geopolitical question is emerging behind the military headlines: Are Arab states quietly pressuring President Donald Trump to strike a deal with Iran before the region slips into full-scale economic and strategic chaos? Recent reports indicating that Iran could reopen the …
(2026-04-28). Global military spending surges to record $2.887 trillion. wsws.org Global military spending hit a record $2.887 trillion in 2025—the highest level ever recorded and the 11th consecutive year of growth, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reported Monday.
(2026-04-28). What Literature Did Agents Build? publicbooks.org For three days in August 2022, the publishing world directed its attention not to Manhattan, but to Washington, DC, where the industry stood trial. Penguin Random House had attempted to acquire Simon & Schuster, a move that would reduce the "Big Five" publishers to just the Big Four. Viacom had been signaling their desire to …
(2026-04-28). Kashmir seminary declared unlawful under Indian law, sparks outcry. aljazeera.com Kashmiri political and religious leaders denounced the move as part of a broader pattern of New Delhi's overreach.
(2026-04-28). Americans in Havana express solidarity and rejection of U.S. blockade. radiohc.cu American union members and activists visiting Cuba have expressed their rejection of their government's blockade against the Caribbean nation in the Cuban capital. | In exclusive statements to Prensa Latina, they explained that they are visiting Havana to participate in the International Union Internship and in the May Day activities, International Workers' Day, and above all, to learn more about the island and increase actions in support of Cuba. | Mark Friedman, founder and one of the coordinators of the Hands Off Cuba Committee in Los Angeles, with affiliated groups in other U.S. cities, confessed that he "has…
(2026-04-28). Bahrain jails 5 to life for plotting 'terrorist' acts with Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Plane crash in South Sudan kills 14. newarab.com 
A small plane crashed Monday in On top of instability, conflict and poverty, South Sudan also lacks reliable transport infrastructure, with frequent plane crashes attributed to overloading and bad weather. | The plane was a Cessna that departed Juba International Airport at 0715 GMT and crashed about 20 kilometres from the capital with no survivors, the South Sudanese Civil Aviation Authority said in a statement. | It said initial reports indicated the cause as…
(2026-04-28). Navy Still Pushing To Field New AARGM-ER Radar-Busting Missile This Year Despite "Strategic Pause" twz.com 
The Navy expects to see the AGM-88G AARGM-ER enter service in September despite not planning to buy any of them in the next fiscal year.
(2026-04-28). Ukraine shot down 33,000 Russian drones in 1 month: defence minister. scmp.com Ukraine used interceptor systems to shoot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago, Ukraine's defence minister claimed. | Ukraine has developed cutting-edge and battle-tested drone technology that has proved essential in holding back Russia's bigger army and has drawn military interest from around the world.
(2026-04-28). Israeli TikTok hit becomes a global streaming success. haaretz.com Temper City's debut track surges past 50 million Spotify streams — a rare scale for Israeli pop…
(2026-04-28). Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal: Champions League — team news, start, lineups. aljazeera.com Spanish giants Atletico host Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Metropolitano Stadium for their semifinal first leg.
(2026-04-28). MENA defence budgets plateau at $218bn amid record global spend. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). Trump can't afford the Hormuz Bill for Iran War. juancole.com by What Washington Missed?: | (
(2026-04-28). Democracy Now! 2026-04-28 Tuesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | Democracy Now! Tuesday, April 28, 2026…
(2026-04-28). One Europe, One Market: The EU's Most Ambitious Economic Commitment in Years. moderndiplomacy.eu On April 24, 2026, the presidents of three of the European Union's most powerful institutions gathered on the sidelines of an informal summit in Nicosia and signed something that, in the typically measured language of Brussels, counts as a genuinely bold statement of intent. The European Parliament, the Council of the EU under its Cypriot …
(2026-04-28). Ukrainian drone attack on Russian oil refinery causes major fire, officials say. scmp.com A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a "large-scale fire" at ‚ÄåRussia's Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea, forcing the evacuation of nearby buildings, local officials said on Tuesday. | The Rosneft-owned refinery delivers oil products mainly for exports but operations have been halted since April 16 following an earlier drone attack, industry sources said. | Ukraine did not immediately comment ‚Å on the reports.
(2026-04-28). We Need to Kick Prediction Market Betting Out of Journalism While We Still Can. theintercept.com 
(2026-04-28). Austria Islamic State man admits plot on Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. scmp.com A man accused of pledging allegiance to Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, Austrian media reported. | The plot was thwarted, but Austrian authorities still cancelled Swift's three performances in August 2024.
(2026-04-28). Mysterium VPN Review for 2026. moguldom.com 
The internet is no longer a novelty. It's a tool that's as deeply integrated into modern-day life as cable TV and traffic lights are; it's an essential piece of infrastructure. This is especially the case given how everybody now has in their pockets what would've been considered a supercomputer only a few years ago. In …
(2026-04-28). Unicef warns Afghanistan could lose up to 25,000 female health workers, teachers. geo.tv 
Schoolgirls attend psychotherapy class at a school in Kabul, Afghanistan May 26, 2021. — Reuters Afghanistan is at risk of losing more than 25,000 female teachers and health workers by 2030 if the Taliban-led country's restrictions on girls' education and women's employment…
(2026-04-28). Diljit Dosanjh's Canada concert briefly disrupted as group of Khalistan supporters raise slogans. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Canada's Vancouver was briefly disrupted after a group of Khalistan supporters raised slogans and waived flags inside the venue. | The incident took place during Diljit Dosanjh's 'Aura-2026' tour show on April 23, 2026. | According to the eyewitnesses, the solgannering began midway through the performance drawing the attention of both the audience and event security. What began as vocal protest soon turned into violent escalation prompting immediate security response. | Security teams acted promptly, escorted the individuals out of the venue and restored order so the co…
(2026-04-28). Gunman charged with attempted assassination of Trump: The political issues. wsws.org The response of the media and political establishment is characterized by a staggering hypocrisy, wrapped in the sanctimonious refrain: "There is no place for violence in politics."
(2026-04-28). Level 2 Warning for the Eastern Cape. sanews.gov.za Level 2 Warning for the Eastern Cape | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued Yellow Level 2 warnings for damaging winds and waves in the Eastern Cape. ⚪ The weather service said the damaging winds could result in localised damage to settlements and temporary structures, localised disruption to power and communications, as well as disruptions of beach/port activity in places along the coast between East London to Port Edward. ⚪ In a statement the weather service said the second warning for damaging waves could lead to "localised difficulty in navigation of small boats with a risk of some vessels…
(2026-04-27). China fines social media influencer $2.8 million for tax evasion. ecns.cn Chinese tax authorities have fined a social media influencer nearly 19 million yuan ($2.8 million) for tax evasion after investigators found he underreported income over several years, officials said.
(2026-04-28). Why You Should Try A Few More Puzzle Games This Year. moguldom.com 
When you're in the market for a new hobby, gaming is likely to come up on the list. And gaming might be a hobby you used to indulge in quite a lot, or it might be something you've never really gone in for — apart from a few idle games on your phone. But when …
(2026-04-28). Govt's drive for disability inclusion a key pillar of freedom and equality. sanews.gov.za Govt's drive for disability inclusion a key pillar of freedom and equality | The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has reaffirmed that expanding meaningful employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in both the public and private sectors is fundamental to the realisation of freedom, dignity, and equality in South Africa. | In a statement, the department said that while the right to work remains central to inclusive development, enshrined in the Constitution and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, representation of persons with disabilities in the public…
(2026-04-27). China issues first national policy to regulate gig workers, platform economy. ecns.cn China has issued its first national policy to regulate gig workers, outlining measures to improve labor protections and clarify responsibilities in the platform economy, officials and researchers said.
(2026-04-28). Is the US-Iran War Entering the Deadliest Phase? moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Sanjay Turi and Praveen Sothwal* Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty over a US-Iran war, the Trump-led US is reportedly seen to be deploying tens of thousands of soldiers in West Asia along with massive aircraft carrier strike groups near the Iranian water. Since the US War in Iraq in 2003, this is the first time …
(2026-04-28). Canada's push to rebuild ties with China hits a snag: a lack of direct flights. scmp.com Canada plans to allow more flight connections to China, as it seeks to rebuild ties with Beijing and capitalise on rising demand for Canadian travel among Chinese tourists, but airlines may be reluctant to add new routes due to soaring jet fuel costs and a lack of access to Russian airspace. | Steven MacKinnon, Canada's transport minister, announced last week that Ottawa would permit an "incremental" increase in direct passenger combination flights to China and up to 20 cargo flights per week.
(2026-04-28). Milwaukee, Stand For Peace May 2, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Stand for Peace: | Saturday, May 2, 12: 00—1: 00 PM | Howell & Layton, Milwaukee | Join our weekly public peace witness against war and militarism. We bring the peace flags and signs, and new people are always welcome.
(2026-04-28). As Congress Automates The Draft, It's Time To End The Selective Service System. popularresistance.org Buried in the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a provision to automatically register all males at the age of 18 with the Selective Service System (SSS) that, if not stopped, will go into effect this December. Clearing the FOG speaks with Edward Hasbrouck of Resisters.info. Hasbrouck was a draft resister in the early 1980's who was sent to prison for refusing to register. He discusses how a small number of resisters, who were willing to speak out, proved that the government could not enforce a draft. He adds that this new effort will similarly fail and how we can abolish the system altogether, and…
(2026-04-28). Navigating an unpredictable future: global architecture, energy, security. onlineopinion.com.au Ceasefire, escalation, or crisis: three paths for the Gulf, each with global consequences.
(2026-04-28). Croatia's Modric undergoes facial surgery but aims to be fit for World Cup. aljazeera.com Luka Modric suffered a facial ‚Å fracture in AC Milan's game against Juventus and underwent surgery the following day.
(2026-04-28). OPF chairman clarifies Gerry's visa confusion, supports dual consular system in UK. geo.tv 
Syed Qamar Raza, chairman of the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation. — Reporter/File LONDON: Chairman of the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation Syed Qamar Raza has written to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar clarifying that some misinformation was spread…
(2026-04-28). 'War crime': Afghan-Pakistan truce under strain after university strike. aljazeera.com Civilian casualties in Kunar spur tensions as Pakistan denies role, casting shadow over ceasefire and peace talks.
(2026-04-28). Balsa Trees Illegally Logged for Wind Power. wattsupwiththat.com Balsa wood is a key component of wind turbines, a near-perfect material for them.
(2026-04-28). Iran insults Trump at UN as 'terrorist' USA begs for 'help' from allies: America admits siege fail. hindustantimes.com At the U.N. Security Council, U.S. and Iranian envoys clash over burning tankers, ship seizures and the Hormuz blockade. Washington accuses Tehran of taking the world "hostage," even as dozens of Iran‚Äëlinked vessels slip through and only two are seized. Is Trump's strategy collapsing as America begs allies for help?
(2026-04-28). US green power growth to hit another record in 2026, despite Trump, says report. scmp.com US clean energy installations are forecast to hit another record this year — and account for the vast majority of new power additions — despite facing policy opposition from the Trump administration, according to a trade industry report. | The nation's power sector is expected to add about 60 gigawatts of solar, battery storage and wind capacity in 2026, the American Clean Power (ACP) Association said in its annual market assessment published on Tuesday.
(2026-04-28). Cold War II Has No Script — Part 2. fairobserver.com In the first part of this conversation, I engaged in a conversation with DeepSeek provoked by historian Niall Ferguson's claim that we are experiencing Cold War 2.0. I noted that the conviction during the Cold War that our societies — whether capitalist or communist — were preparing the future of humanity has now disappeared. We…
(2026-04-27). China confers highest youth honor on 29 individuals, 30 organizations. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have decided to award the country's highest youth honor to 29 individuals and 30 organizations for their exemplary roles.
(2026-04-27). Canada to set up 1st sovereign wealth fund to facilitate economic transformation. ecns.cn OTTAWA, April 27 ⚪ Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced that the countrys first national sovereign wealth fund will be established to facilitate the strengthening and transformation of the national economy.
(2026-04-27). 139th Canton Fair attracts 245,000 foreign buyers in first two phases. ecns.cn The first two phases of the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, have attracted 245,000 overseas buyers from 219 countries and regions as of Monday afternoon, an increase of 2.2 percent from the same period of the previous edition, according to the China Foreign Trade Center.
(2026-04-28). Algeria's Luca Zidane doubtful for World Cup after chin and jaw fracture. aljazeera.com Algera's first-choice goalkeeper collided with a player during a Spanish league match, breaking his jaw and chin.
(2026-04-28). A Mercer County, New Jersey 'pop-up' newsroom is planned for May 13. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? WHYY News is hosting a pop-up newsroom in Mercer County, New Jersey. | Madhusmita "Madhu" Bora, managing editor for suburban coverage, and New Jersey reporter David Matthau will hold a pop-up newsroom at Mercer County Library's Hopewell Township branch, from 1 to 4 p.m., on Wednesday, May 13. | Pop-up newsrooms give WHYY reporters and editors an opportunity to meet with residents, listen to their concerns, answer questions and talk about stories and issues that impact their…
(2026-04-28). Exposed: How Ukrainian Wheat Stolen by Russia Is Smuggled to Israel. portside.org Exposed: How Ukrainian Wheat Stolen by Russia Is Smuggled to Israel |
(2026-04-28). FIFA urged to push US for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup by rights group. aljazeera.com ICE has represented the US immigration crackdown and deportation drive, but HRW wants a truce for duration of World Cup.
(2026-04-28). Gettysburg and the New Birth of Freedom—then and now. wsws.org We are publishing a lecture delivered by WSWS contributor Tom Mackaman to the International Youth and Students for Social Equality at Gettysburg University on April 23.
(2026-04-28). Government clarifies Freedom Day incident. sanews.gov.za Government clarifies Freedom Day incident | Government has noted with concern misleading reports suggesting that the National Freedom Day celebrations were disrupted after an individual briefly made his way onto the stage towards President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie. ⚪ "Government wishes to clarify that these reports are incorrect and may overstate the nature of the incident. At the time of the incident, the formal programme of the Freedom Day celebrations had already concluded, and proceedings had transitioned into a cultural performance segment, with an artist…
(2026-04-28). Iran eases internet curbs for businesses as blackout drags on. newarab.com 
(2026-04-28). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-27). French fashion brand Lemaire apologizes for offensive promotional campaign. ecns.cn Some announced they would no longer support the brand, while others pointed out that the brand hopes to make profits in the Chinese market, but has acted carelessly regarding cultural sensitivity, making its apology appear insincere.
(2026-04-28). All New York boroughs to host free World Cup fan events, Mamdani says. aljazeera.com Amid exorbitant fares and match tickets, fan events in New York will be free during the World Cup.
(2026-04-27). 2 in critical conditions after house fire in Australia's Queensland. ecns.cn SYDNEY, April 28 ⚪ Two people have been hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being rescued from a house fire southwest of Brisbane in the Australian state of Queensland on Tuesday morning.
(2026-04-28). Struggling with Homework? Here's How AI Math Solvers Make It Easy. moguldom.com I'll be honest with you: I used to dread math homework. Not just a little bit — I'm talking about the kind of dread that makes you sit at your desk for forty-five minutes and open every other tab except the one with the assignment on it. In high school, I failed algebra not once …
(2026-04-28). ANZAC Day disruption lays bare Australia's selective remembrance. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-28). Mexico captures top cartel leader 'El Jardinero' hiding in roadside ditch. scmp.com The Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Mexico's most powerful criminal enterprise, suffered another blow on Monday when the Mexican military captured one of its top leaders in the northwest of the country, two months after the cartel's leader was killed. | Audias Flores Silva, also known as "El Jardinero", or The Gardener, was seen as a possible successor to the killed leader and the United States had a US$5 million reward out for information leading to his arrest.
(2026-04-28). Britain challenges ruling that Palestine Action ban was unlawful. newarab.com 
Britain on Tuesday sought to uphold a ban on pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel-linked defence companies in Britain with a particular focus on Israel's largest defence firm, Elbit Systems, was L…
(2026-04-28). Eye Roller Study: Burned forest areas have faster snowmelt. wattsupwiththat.com No tree canopy means more sunlight reaches the ground…. Well….DUH!"
(2026-04-28). The contradictions of contemporary Armenian politics. strategic-culture.su Pashinyan and Armenian nationalists are beginning to clash. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The recent burning of the Turkish fla…
(2026-04-28). Straight 'F's: Philadelphia region's air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report. whyy.org
(2026-04-28). The Process of Uranium Enrichment. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-28). Mr. Araghchi goes to Russia. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-28). Bay View Massacre Commemoration: 140th Anniversary in Milwaukee May 3, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-04-28). Kandice in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-28). Jews really hate Trump. But they hate Netanyahu even. haaretz.com
(2026-04-28). Philly's Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common. whyy.org
(2026-04-28). Trump Doubles Back On Credit Card Swipe Fees. levernews.com
(2026-04-28). double disaster gives Naftali Bennett hope. haaretz.com
(2026-04-28). US: Open shipping for me but not for thee (looking at you China). responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-28). Iraq appoints new prime minister-designate. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-28). Putin to Iran: You are fighting Courageously for Independence and Sovereignty. juancole.com
(2026-04-28). Top Democrat Opposed Surveillance Bill — Then Whipped Votes For It. levernews.com
(2026-04-28). Madison, May 1, 2026: Freedom Rising, Voices Strong: Benefit for Voces de la Frontera. wibailoutpeople.org 
Atwood Music Hall, 1925 Winnebago Street, Madison 6 pm Doors Open7 pm Program Begins After the marches, after the rallies, after the walkouts and boycotts across the country — Let's celebrate, recharge, and recommit to building a better future.May Day 2026 has the potential to be one of the largest days of resistance, protest, and …
(2026-04-28). AI hype narrative reaches the public healthcare system in El Salvador. globalvoices.org El Salvador's government claims an AI assistant will help make its public healthcare system a reference.Global VoicesImage by Global Voices on Canva Pro. | This story is part of Undertones, Global Voices' This post is part of Global Voices' April 2026 Spotlight series, "
(2026-04-28). Who Decided to Indict Kilmar Abrego Garcia Over a Years-Old Traffic Stop. theintercept.com 
More than a year after Kilmar Abrego Garcia won at the U.S. Supreme Court — forcing the Trump administration to bring him back from El Salvador — federal officials can't seem to decide what, exactly, they want to do with him. | On the one hand, Trump officials continue to insist that Abrego
(2026-04-28). Little Lake City teachers continue strike, while UTLA claims LA teachers ratified new contract. wsws.org Only two days before Little Lake City teachers walked out, union officials canceled a far larger strike in Los Angeles Unified School District.
(2026-04-28). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Peasant, student and worker organizations conducted a week of protests in La Paz, Bolivia, while a strike by thousands of Nova Scotia long-term care workers is growing as more facilities join the action.