(2026-01-22). Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza is Distraction, not Solution. ummid.com Gaza does not suffer from a deficit of ideas, administrators, or plans. It suffers from occupation, siege, apartheid, and genocide.
(2026-01-22). Headlines for January 22, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Backs Down on Threats to Take Greenland — at Least for Now, Trump Launches Board of Peace; Critics Warn It Could Undermine U.N., Israel Kills Three Journalists in Gaza Working with Egyptian Humanitarian Group, ICE Claims Right to Forcibly Enter Homes Without Warrant: Leaked Memo, Federal Agents Detain 5-Year-Old Coming Home from Preschool in Minnesota, U.S. Moves to Deport 2 Men Who Witnessed Cuban Man Killed Inside ICE Facility in Texas, Trump Administration Launches New Immigration Crackdown Targeting Somali Communities in Maine, Supreme Court Appears to Oppose Trump Efforts to Fire Lisa Cook from F…
(2026-01-22). Is Netanyahu the Trojan Horse in Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza? juancole.com by ( T…
(2026-01-22). Gaza's Rafah crossing with Egypt to open next week: official. newarab.com
(2026-01-22). Trump to Launch 'Board of Peace' Amid UN Rivalry Concerns. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump is set to launch his Board of Peace on Thursday in Davos, Switzerland, aiming to address the Gaza conflict and broader global security challenges. While Trump has said the board is not intended to replace the United Nations, some European countries and other traditional U.S. allies fear it could rival or …
(2026-01-22). Gaza enters eighth day without water. thecanary.co
Gaza's municipality is warning that more than 85 percent of the city has been without water for the eighth consecutive day. Meanwhile, Israel continues to flatten vital facilities. The crisis is centred on water in Gaza. The Palestinian Water Authority has said that northern Gaza is the most affected in the strip. Gaza's water woes […] | By
(2026-01-22). Netanyahu in 'Board of Peace' is mockery of justice says Gaza. newarab.com
Israeli Prime Minister Gaza's residents are still suffering from the genocidal war by
(2026-01-22). Israeli army re-arrests Palestinians in West Bank, bombs Gaza. newarab.com
The Israeli army carried out a series of raids across the Beginning at dawn, Raids were reported in villages near Bethlehem, Tubas,…
(2026-01-22). Gaza between bombardment and frost as Palestinians face freezing to death. thecanary.co
On one of the coldest nights since the beginning of winter, the residents of the Gaza Strip face a double hardship: relentless bombing and bitter cold that that both a direct threat to life. This is especially the case in displacement camps that lack the basic necessities of warmth and protection. Mahmoud Basal, spokesperson for […] | By
(2026-01-22). Gaza film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' secures Oscar nomination. newarab.com
Tunisian-French docudrama The Voice of The nomination was announced on Thursday by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, with the Gaza-set film selected among five titles competing in the category. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Los Angeles in March. | Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania, the film reconstructs the final hours of Hind Rajab, a six-year…
(2026-01-22). Israeli strike kills three Gaza journalists. tribune.com.pk
An Israeli air strike killed an AFP freelancer and two other journalists in Gaza on Wednesday, the territory's civil defence agency said, while the military said it struck "suspects" operating a drone. | Since October 10, a fragile US-sponsored ceasefire in Gaza has largely halted the fighting between Israeli forces and Hamas, but both sides have alleged frequent violations. | In a statement, the civil defence said "the bodies of the three journalists killed in an Israeli air strike in the Al-Zahra area southwest of Gaza City were transported to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah". | It named the dead a…
(2026-01-22). Israel Angered by Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza. globalresearch.ca Donald Trump's Board of Peace aims to further weaken the current international order centered around the United Nations. Since the Palestinians, who are most directly affected by peace in Gaza, along with representatives of the global majority and interested powers, …
(2026-01-22). Delcy Rodríguez expresses gratitude for Cuban president's message regarding fallen heroes in Venezuela. radiohc.cu Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, expressed her gratitude on Monday for the message from Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, who conveyed his condolences to the Venezuelan people for the heroes who died during the US military aggression and the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores on January 3. | "Yesterday I spoke with the President of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, and the first thing he conveyed to me were his heartfelt condolences to the Venezuelan people, the families and friends of our heroes and heroines who died in combat on January 3," said the actin…
(2026-01-22). Trump Boasts Disproportionate Use of Force During Assault on Venezuela, 'Unprecedented Weapons' Use. orinocotribune.com The president of the US empire, Donald Trump, has admitted and boasted once again about the use of "unprecedented weapons" during the US military invasion of Venezuela on January 3, when he ordered the bombing of the South American nation and the kidnapping of the sovereign President Nicolás Maduro and the First Lady and National Assembly Deputy Cilia Flores. | Speaking at the World Economic Forum this Wednesday, January 21, in Davos, Switzerland, Trump referred to the criminal act that murdered more than 100 people, stating that "unprecedented weapons were used two weeks ago" in Venezuela. | During his speech, r…
(2026-01-22). NicaNotes: Who Governs Honduras? afgj.org
NicaNotes January 22, 2026 Who Governs Honduras? By John Perry (Nicaragua-based journalist John Perry writes for the London Review of Books, FAIR, Antiwar.com and Covert Action. This article was first published in the London Review of Books on January 13, 2026.) Donald Trump's attack on Venezuela and the kidnapping of its head of state have overshadowed his less brazen…
(2026-01-22). Laura Dogu Appointed Top U.S. Envoy for Venezuela Amid Political Unrest. devdiscourse.com In a strategic diplomatic shift, the United States has appointed Laura Dogu as its top envoy for Venezuela, according to the U.S. embassy in Caracas website. Dogu, who has previously served as the ambassador to Honduras and Nicaragua, steps into the role amid heightened tensions surrounding Venezuelan leadership.
(2026-01-22). Venezuela's Oil Law Overhaul: A Path to Foreign Investment. devdiscourse.com Venezuela is on the brink of a significant shift in its oil industry, as sweeping reforms to the hydrocarbons law have been proposed. These changes would allow foreign and local companies unprecedented autonomy to operate oilfields, marking a potential turning point in the country's economic landscape.
(2026-01-22). How permanent is Trump's assault on climate action? grist.org
(2026-01-22). Bangladesh's latest election battlegrounds: TikTok, Facebook, YouTube. aljazeera.com On-the-ground campaigning kicks off on Thursday, but parties have been locked in online battles for month.
(2026-01-22). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-22). Prince William to visit Saudi Arabia next month. newarab.com
"At the request of His Majesty's Government, the Prince of Wales will visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia between Monday 9th and Wednesday 11th February," the palace's statement said. | "His Royal Highness' visit comes as the UK and Saudi Arabia celebrate growing trade, energy and investment ties, and as the two nations approach a century of diplomatic relations." | The last senior royal to ma…
(2026-01-22). Saudi's Humain secures $1.2 bn to expand AI, digital infrastructure. newarab.com
The non-binding framework agreement with Saudi's National Infrastructure Fund outlines the development of up to 250 megawatts in data centre capacity. | Humain, backed by Saudi's nearly trillion-dollar sovereign wealth fund, launched last May as the world's biggest oil exporter bets on AI to help diver…
(2026-01-22). The Trump EPA ended the 'green new scam.' A year later, communities are still paying the price. grist.org
(2026-01-22). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-22). Mumbai Corporation 2026: Full List of Winning Candidates. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission has released the ward wise full list of candidates who have won the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) 2026 elections.
(2026-01-22). Israeli drone strike kills Lebanese civilian in southern Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A Lebanese civilian was killed in an Israeli drone strike targeting a vehicle in the Zahrani district, south of Sidon, local authorities and witnesses reported early Wednesday. The car caught fire instantly, resulting in the civilian's death, while his identity has not yet been released. Lebanon's Health Ministry condemned the attack as a blatant violation of the ceasefire with Hezbollah, in place since November 27, 2024.The strike is the latest in a series of reported breaches by Israel since the truce, including airstrikes, drone incursions, and limited ground operations south of the Litani River.?…
(2026-01-22). The India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC). It's Future is Once Again in Doubt. globalresearch.ca The end of IMEC might result in an Emirati-Indian-Israeli bloc formed in opposition to the emerging Saudi-Pakistani-Turkish one. | The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), which was envisaged as a game-changing geo-economic megaproject when it was announced in September 2023 at …
(2026-01-22). Ramadan Countdown 2026 Begins. ummid.com Ramadan 2026/1447 AH: Over 2 billion Muslims comprising more than 25% of the world's total population are gearing up once again for Ramadan – the Holy Month of fasting likely to start on Februray 18, 2026 based on sighting of the New Moon.
(2026-01-22). Muwanga Kivumbi detained, amid post election violence claims. independent.co.ug
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Police Force has confirmed the arrest of Butambala County legislator Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi. He is currently in police custody and will be arraigned in court in due course, police said in a brief issued Thursday. Lydia Tumushabe, the Katonga region, confirmed Kivumbi's arrest but did not provide …
(2026-01-22). Selling a business in Melbourne without the guesswork. independentaustralia.net
(2026-01-22). Controversial Arrests at Church Protest Spark Heated Debate Over ICE Ties. devdiscourse.com Federal agents apprehended three protesters in Minnesota after a demonstration at a church. The protest targeted Pastor David Easterwood for his alleged role with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), inciting tensions within the community.
(2026-01-22). Redrawing Muslim Politics: AIMIM's Rise and SP's Fall in Maharashtra. ummid.com Beneath the BJP victory in Maharashtra civic polls lies a more consequential story: The decline of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the steady rise of Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM as the principal Muslim political force in Maharashtra's urban politics.
(2026-01-22). Bangladesh faces World Cup dilemma: Play in India or pull out. tribune.com.pk
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will speak to the country's interim government in a last-ditch attempt to secure the team's participation in next month's Twenty20 World Cup after their demand to shift their matches outside India was rejected on Wednesday. | The International Cricket Council (ICC) board has dismissed Bangladesh's concerns about the safety and security of their players and fans in India, citing political tension between the South Asian neighbours. | With their demands to play their matches in Sri Lanka shot down by the game's global governing body, Bangladesh find themselves left with the dif…
(2026-01-22). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-22). Detroit January 23 Coalition excludes Socialist Equality Party speaker to shield the Democratic Party. wsws.org In remarks to the meeting, SEP member Lawrence Porter raised the fundamental political issues involved in opposing the paramilitary occupation in Minneapolis.
(2026-01-22). Inside the House of Amir Adnan's Spring Summer 2026 show. tribune.com.pk
Karachi does not often get fashion moments that feel rooted, intentional, and forward looking all at once, but the House of Amir Adnan managed exactly that with its Darbar Spring Summer 2026 show at Khaliqdina Hall. | The choice of venue immediately set the tone. Built in 1906, the Palladian style hall carries layers of history, most notably as the site of the 1921 Trial of Sedition. Against this backdrop, Darbar SS26 felt less like a conventional runway show and more like a conversation between the past and the present, where heritage was not just referenced but physically present. | View this post on Instagr…
(2026-01-22). Karachi hit by rain and strong winds amid sudden weather change. tribune.com.pk
Light rain and drizzle were reported in several parts of Karachi on Thursday as rain bands moved closer to the city, particularly from the northwestern side, weather observers said. | Drizzle and light showers were recorded in areas including Garden East, Saddar's Show Market, Ramswami, Al-Bila and Lyari, while moderate to heavy rain was reported in parts of North Karachi and Surjani Town. | Residents of Saima Arabian Villas in Surjani reported heavy rainfall. | Rain was also reported at the Soak Centre, while North Karachi's UP Mor, Nagan and surrounding areas experienced intermittent light to moderate shower…
(2026-01-22). Chinese researchers make breakthrough in green cooling technology. ecns.cn Based on this discovery, the team designed a four-step cyclic system including pressurization for heating, heat dissipation to the environment, depressurization for cooling, and delivery of cooling capacity.
(2026-01-22). Fraud resurfaces in Turkey citizenship by investment scheme. newarab.com
Months after After hundreds of citizenships were revoked and dozens of suspects arrested in the 2025 crackdown, authorities say fictitious sales and inflated paper valuations have re-emerged at a lower but persistent level. These schemes exploit narrow enforcement gaps and rely on coordinated networks linking real estate firms, brokers and corrupt officials to produce documentation that appe…
(2026-01-22). What does Tarique Rahman's return after nearly 17 years in exile mean for Bangladesh? globalvoices.org …
(2026-01-22). UPS will have eliminated at least 68,000 jobs through early 2026. wsws.org Public filings and earnings reports show that UPS slashed its workforce by eliminating 48,000 jobs in 2025 and that another 20,000 positions are to be cut by early 2026 as part of the company's three-year strategic plan.
(2026-01-22). China says highly concerned about EU's cybersecurity package reportedly targeting China. ecns.cn A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the latest cybersecurity package rolled out by the European Commission aimed at forcibly de-risking supply chains in the mobile networks, which some commentators say targets China.
(2026-01-22). 'ISLAM' Party must unite with Shiv Sena for the larger interest of Malegaon. ummid.com Asif Shaikh, his father Shaikh Rasheed, Mufti Ismael, Mustaqeem Dignity and his mentor Nehal Ahmed all leaders of Malegaon have — in some way or the other, joined hands with the BJP and Shiv Sena in the past.
(2026-01-22). Renée Good knew White Silence is Violence. counterpunch.org
There's been a lot of focus on Renée Nicole Maklin Good as a mom. Parenthood is frequently used to construct a narrative of innocent victimhood, often while other complicating elements of a person's identity are obscured. Good was a mother of three, and her death at the hands of the state will shape the rest
(2026-01-22). How Trump Doomed the American Auto Industry. portside.org How Trump Doomed the American Auto Industry |
(2026-01-22). No, Gwynne's alleged retirement won't open "new route to Parliament" for Burnham. thecanary.co
The Guardian and other establishment media outlets are touting claims that 'independent' MP Andrew Gwynne's alleged retirement plan will open a "new route to Parliament" for Andy Burnham. This way, he can challenge Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership. It won't. The Greater Manchester mayor is the liberals' 'great hope' to replace Starmer and rehabilitate […] | By
(2026-01-22). China Trumps the Western Empire on Three Technological Fronts. counterpunch.org
China may have paused its rare earth ban in November, but such a sanction remains a sword of Damocles over U.S. arms manufacturers. Nor is it China's only high-tech weapon. Quite apart from its ability to tank the U.S. economy by — first step — ditching U.S. debt, Beijing can easily overcome Washington in three
(2026-01-22). Trump retracts on tariffs on European countries over Greenland gambit. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he was scrapping a proposed tariff plan targeting America's European allies, following an agreement with NATO's leadership on a "framework for a future deal" focused on Arctic security and Greenland. | The sudden reversal came just hours after Trump reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland, declaring that the US wanted "right, title and ownership" of the territory. While he said force would not be used, he mocked European allies and warned that NATO should not stand in the way of what he described as US expansion in the region. | In a striking add…
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(2026-01-22). 'Climate change is no longer a high priority for the attending global elites' at the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos. wattsupwiththat.com Climate Change News and the WEF should get with the program and realize that their concerns do not reflect the needs of the people they are supposed to represent. These business leaders and politicians have an outsized power over the rest of us, and it is worrying that their priorities have long been and remain so out of step with the needs and priorities of the vast bulk of the human population.
(2026-01-22). Renewables muscle fossil fuels out of EU electricity market, says research. aljazeera.com Solar and wind power provided more electricity than coal and gas last year, leading a global trend, says Ember.
(2026-01-22). War abroad, austerity at home: French government presents budget with aid of New Popular Front. wsws.org The budget presented by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu confirms the crisis of French democracy and the complicity of Jean-Luc Mélenchon's New Popular Front.
(2026-01-22). Zack Polanski to hand in NHS contract termination notice to Palantir. thecanary.co
Zack Polanski is telling defence surveillance corporation Palantir to "pack its bags and get the hell out of the NHS". At 9.30am on 22 January, the Green Party leader will deliver a notice of contract termination to Palantir's London office. The company has a seven year £330m contract with the NHS to build the 'NHS […] | By
(2026-01-22). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-22). EU-U.S. Trade Deal Talks Set to Resume as Tariff Threat Eases. devdiscourse.com The European Union is poised to resume trade negotiations with the United States following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw a controversial tariff threat related to his efforts to acquire Greenland, according to the European Parliament's president on Thursday.
(2026-01-22). Architecture of the National Security State. dissidentvoice.org Introduction What we are witnessing in the United States today is not a series of isolated policy excesses or unfortunate "overreaches," but the maturation of a coherent architecture of repression — a national security state that fuses intelligence, policing, militarization, and ideological discipline into a single system of control. This system is not reactive; it …
(2026-01-22). Denmark Open to Arctic Security Talks, Cites Territorial Integrity. moderndiplomacy.eu Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on Thursday that Denmark and Greenland remain open to constructive dialogue with allies on Arctic security, provided that such discussions respect Denmark's territorial integrity. Her remarks came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump stepped back from threats to impose tariffs as leverage to seize Greenland, ruled out the …
(2026-01-22). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-22). The Changing Face of Regime Change. consortiumnews.com Regime change in current conditions requires maximum bloodshed, writes Daniel McAdams. It doesn't matter whose blood; it can all be blamed on "the regime." By Daniel McAdams Ron Paul Institute The most disturbing lesson from the 2014 Maidan Revolution in Ukraine…
(2026-01-22). NATO's Rutte Says Arctic Talks with Trump Aim to Keep Russia, China Out. moderndiplomacy.eu NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Thursday that discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump in Davos focused on defending the Arctic against potential influence from Russia and China. Trump, who had previously expressed interest in acquiring Greenland for national security reasons, stepped back from threats of force on Wednesday and suggested a potential framework …
(2026-01-22). Attack on government-allied convoy in Yemen kills five. newarab.com
(2026-01-22). Semantic Collapse: "My Own Morality" in Trump's Political Rhetoric. globalresearch.ca This article examines Donald Trump's invocation of the phrase "my own morality" as a case study in the degradation of moral language within contemporary populist political discourse.
(2026-01-22). Past nuclear weapon tests linked to 4 million premature deaths globally, report says. scmp.com Nuclear weapons testing has affected every single human on the planet, causing at least 4 million premature deaths from cancer and other diseases over time, according to a new report delving into the deadly legacy. | More than 2,400 nuclear devices were detonated in tests conducted worldwide between 1945 and 2017.
(2026-01-22). Govt committed to fiscal discipline, PM tells IMF MD. tribune.com.pk
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday apprised International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva of Pakistan's improving macroeconomic indicators, stabilisation efforts and progress on structural reforms. | He underscored Pakistan's commitment to fiscal discipline, revenue mobilization, and sustainable growth. | The prime minister met the IMF MD in Davos, Switzerland, on the sidelines of the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release. | The meeting was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Federal Mi…
(2026-01-22). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-22). Children Affected by Ethiopia Mine Pollution Need Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A 16-year-old boy collects water from a spring near Lega Dembi gold mine in the Oromia region of Ethiopia. | © 2020 Tom Gardner | People living near Lega Dembi gold mine in Ethiopia's Oromia region have for years complained about serious health impacts, including children born with long-term health conditions, miscarriages, and stillbirths. Several studies have found high concentrations of toxic chemicals, including cadmium, mercury, lead, and arsenic, in the country's largest gold mine. Next week, the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child will meet to assess the sit…
(2026-01-22). Is BRICS Gearing Up to Protect Global Maritime Trade Against All Enemies? globalresearch.ca An inaugural BRICS joint naval exercise, "Will for Peace 2026",
(2026-01-22). Green Bay, January 23, 2026: ICE Out Now! Solidarity With Minneapolis! wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-01-22). Cost of Hate: In MP, School demolished despite Panchayat NOC. ummid.com Demolishing a school building despite having No Objection Certificate (NOC), from the village Panchayat just out of hatred is a major setback for India's progress…
(2026-01-22). Steenhuisen appoints industry council to strengthen FMD response. sanews.gov.za Steenhuisen appoints industry council to strengthen FMD response | Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has formally appointed the Foot-and-Mouth disease (FMD) Industry Coordination Council to support the implementation of South Africa's national strategy to contain and control the disease. | The appointment follows last week's announcement of the national FMD strategy to contain and control foot-and-mouth disease. | The council aims to ensure that the industry plays an active and coordinated role in supporting the phased rollout of the FMD strategy, including vaccine distribution, traceability systems and disea…
(2026-01-22). Beyond Blood and Borders | I'm a living witness to war: Japanese 'war orphan' in China. ecns.cn At the age of 43, a notice shattered Katsu Takahashi's peaceful life—she was summoned to Japan to trace her family roots. Having grown up in China, she had never considered herself Japanese."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-22). 'The Fourth Amendment Literally Exists to Prevent This': Memo Claims ICE Can Forcibly Enter Homes Without Judicial Warrants. scheerpost.com A neigbhor who saw what happened told local MPR news: "She was trying to turn around, and the ICE agent was in front of her car, and he pulled out a gun and put it right in — like, his midriff was on her bumper — and he reached across the hood of the car and shot her in the face like three, four times," | " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/scheerpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2048px-ICE_Agent_Shoots_Observer_Minneapolis_2026-01-07.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1″ data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/scheerpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2048px-ICE_Agent_Shoots_Observer_Minneapolis_2026-0…
(2026-01-22). Martin Luther King: A Revolutionary, Not A Saint. counterpunch.org
"When I say poor, I don't just mean black people." —Martin Luther King Jr. "The true enemy is war itself." —Martin Luther King Jr. For thirteen years he lived and worked with the knowledge that a violent death awaited him, that it might come at any moment from a knife thrust out of a crowd,
(2026-01-22). PSC urges UK councillors to divest from Israel-linked companies. newarab.com
The UK's leading pro-Palestine organisation is calling on councillors to stand up for Palestine, hold Israel accountable for its war crimes and The
(2026-01-22). High-Stakes Diplomacy: U.S. Envoys Engage with Russian Leaders in Peace Talks. devdiscourse.com In a significant diplomatic effort, U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow on Thursday to engage in peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The discussions focus on reaching a settlement for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
(2026-01-22). Twilight at the Met: Capitalism's contempt for culture. wsws.org The company's announcement this week of yet another round of devastating cutbacks exposes the incapacity of American capitalism to sustain even its most celebrated cultural institutions.
(2026-01-22). China charts a new course for economic stability. ecns.cn China's latest GDP figures show an economy holding firm in a troubled world. Growth in 2025 proved more resilient than many had expected.Policymakers are fine-tuning their approach, prioritizing the expansion of domestic demand, strategic investment in human capital, and fostering innovation to build intrinsic stability for sustained development.
(2026-01-22). Efficient medical care draws foreigners. ecns.cn When Amie, a British online content creator, faced a wait of at least two weeks to see a local general practitioner for persistent stomach pain, she made an unexpected choice: booking a flight to Beijing for medical care.
(2026-01-22). Belarusian military doctors commended for their work. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized that Belarusian doctors have proven themselves well in treating the most severe cases: "Our doctors are great. They saved everyone."
(2026-01-22). Zelensky accused of persecuting opposition. infobrics.org Ukrainian dictator allegedly using the judicial system to eliminate opponents.
(2026-01-22). Biden 2.0: Trump's Senile Behavior a Sign of American Empire Gone Mad. globalresearch.ca President Donald Trump's latest bout of erratic behavior — culminating in a public campaign to acquire Greenland while linking that policy to not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize — is alarming international observers and allies alike. | Trump reportedly dispatched a …
(2026-01-22). Alone in Their Later Years: The Quiet Struggles of Kitgum's Elderly. plusnews.ug
Every morning, 78-year-old Justino Okello sits alone on a wooden stool outside his grass-thatched hut in Oryang Ojuma B, in Labongo Amida Sub-County, Kitgum district, watching passersby head for their various activities. Okello's wife died 5 years ago, his four children, all girls, have been married off, and days often pass without anyone speaking to …
(2026-01-22). Newsom & CA Demo Legislature Continue To Kill Cal-OSHA As CA Union Bureaucrats Are Silent. indybay.org Trumpster Gavin Newsom is destroying Ca-OSHA with the support of the Democrats in the legislature who cut the budget $16 million. The trade union bureaucracy is completely silent about these attacks.
(2026-01-22). Democrats will allow full ICE funding in budget bill. wsws.org Facing a January 30 deadline for another federal government shutdown, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Tuesday that the Democratic leadership would not seek to block funding of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other units of the Department of Homeland Security.
(2026-01-22). 'I won't use force' for Greenland: Key takeaways from Trump's Davos speech. aljazeera.com Trump reiterated his push for US control of Greenland, criticised Europe and laid out his foreign policy priorities.
(2026-01-22). Live: Malegaon Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Malegaon for the Municipal Corporation (Malegaon Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-22). Wednesday 1/28: WTO/99 Feature Documentary @ Roxie Theater. indybay.org Roxie Theater | 3125 16th Street, | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-01-22). 'Trump Has Already Rigged the 2028 Presidential Election': US Defence Insider. bylinetimes.com Brynn Tannehill has worked for years for one of the largest US Government defence contractors in the country. | Writing pseudonymously for Byline Times, in November 2024 she
(2026-01-22). Belarusian party Belaya Rus, USDP sign roadmap for cooperation. eng.belta.by The Belarusian party Belaya Rus and the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar have signed a roadmap for cooperation.
(2026-01-22). Gold prices hit record on safe-haven play. ecns.cn Lao Miao Gold prices increased to 1,493 yuan ($215) per gram, from 1,455 yuan the day before.With gold now within $200 of the $5,000-per-ounce level, Li said that a break above this threshold could open the door for a broader rally.
(2026-01-22). 'If you sleep, settlers will burn your house': fear in the West Bank. aljazeera.com The Palestinian village of Ras Ein al-Auja has held out against violent Israeli settlers – until now.
(2026-01-22). Milwaukee Demands: No Deadly MPD Exchanges With Israel! Pack Meeting at 5:30 P.M. January 22, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-01-22). EU Faces Deportation Dilemma: Swedish Minister Advocates Unified ID Strategy for Afghans. devdiscourse.com Sweden's Migration Minister, Johan Forssell, has made an urgent appeal to the European Union, urging its member states to devise a standardized method for issuing identification and travel documents to Afghan nationals. These individuals either have had their asylum applications denied or have committed crimes in host countries.
(2026-01-22). Caitlin Johnstone: Oppose Israel's abuses while you still can. asiapacificreport.nz
COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone I've seen some Australians expressing confusion as to whether or not they can still legally criticise Israel online after new "hate speech" laws were passed on Tuesday under the pretence of combatting "antisemitism". The answer is yes, and you definitely should keep opposing Israel and its genocidal atrocities. I am worried…
(2026-01-22). Beijing charity hospital seeks resolution amid rent negotiations. ecns.cn A Beijing-based charity hospital specializing in long-term treatment for children with cleft lip and palate is facing an uncertain future after a rent dispute surfaced this month, prompting concerns among patients' families that ongoing care could be disrupted.
(2026-01-22). Zohran Mamdani intervenes in effort to shut down the New York nurses strike. wsws.org Mamdani's visit to the picket line Tuesday and his collaboration with NYSNA paves the way for a snap shutdown of the powerful strike.
(2026-01-22). Filling Greenland with U.S. Bases Would Not Be a Win for Peace. davidswanson.org Trump's approach to Greenland has something in common with his (Cutting-)Board of Peace approach to Palestine: not even the slightest pretense of involving the people impacted. The residents of Kalaallit Nunaat were never asked about the existing permissions for the U.S. military to build bases in their land and are not being asked now about …
(2026-01-22). Africa Cup 2025: Senegal defeats Morocco in thrilling final. ummid.com Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Senegal Sunday January 18, 2026 defeated host Morocco 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations Final 2025 (AFCON 2025), becoming the new football champion.
(2026-01-22). Friday 1/23: Salinas: ICE Out of Everywhere – Solidarity with Minnesota. indybay.org Corner of N. Main St & Harden Parkway, Salinas…
(2026-01-22). Ecuador imposes 30% "security tariffs" on imports from Colombia. colombiareports.com Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa surprisingly announced 30% "security tariffs" on imports from Colombia, citing a lack of cooperation in combating drug trafficking and illegal mining. In a post on social media platform X, Noboa said that "we have made real efforts to cooperate with Colombia, even with a trade deficit that exceeds $1 billion annually. …
(2026-01-22). One Year Later — Reckoning the Trump Wreck in America. indybay.org Three separate but interrelated protests took place in the nation's Capital on the first anniversary of Donald Trump's inauguration. It was not a happy occasion…
(2026-01-22). Demolition of Temples: Aurangzeb vs Modi. ummid.com If Mughal actions are interpreted as political acts to assert imperial authority, can Modi's actions also be seen as an attempt to assert personal authority and project himself as the public face of crony capitalism?
(2026-01-22). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-01-22). BUCE accredits first company from Yemen. eng.belta.by The new participant of the exchange trading is an importer and a | wholesale supplier of food products from the city of Seiyun (Governorate | of Hadhramaut).
(2026-01-22). Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov Warns America: US' Dangerous Attempt to Establish Strategic Superiority Over Russia. globalresearch.ca Russia has proven that it's capable of retaining its nuclear second-strike capabilities, but the US' continued attempt to neutralize them is very unfriendly, which greatly impedes any possible "New Détente" after the end of the Ukrainian Conflict. | Russian Foreign Minister …
(2026-01-22). Dam safety engineers dispatched to assess Senteeko Dam amid failure risk. sanews.gov.za Dam safety engineers dispatched to assess Senteeko Dam amid failure risk | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has dispatched a team of dam safety engineers to assess and closely monitor Senteeko Dam near Barberton in Mpumalanga, within the City of Mbombela Local Municipality, following reports that the dam is at risk of failure. | The intervention follows notification received by the department regarding the condition of the privately owned dam. | The department said the dam, officially registered as My Own Dam (publicly referred to as Senteeko Dam), is registered with the Department's Dam Safety Office…
(2026-01-22). India—China Cooperation Could Transform Asia, Global Economy: Jim O'Neill. infobrics.org India—China economic cooperation could be transformational for Asia and the global economy, says former Goldman Sachs chief economist Jim O'Neill. He believes India can achieve sustained 8% growth with key reforms in labour, education and agriculture, while remaining resilient to tariffs. O'Neill also flags long-term questions over dollar dominance as emerging economies gain scale…
(2026-01-22). Iran releases protest toll, says 3,117 killed in 'foreign-backed' terrorism. geo.tv
This photograph taken during a tour for foreign media shows the parked buses that were burnt at a depot during recent public protests, in Tehran on January 21, 2026. — AFPTehran shows charred buses, highlights destruction from unrest.Authorities praise security forces' restraint…
(2026-01-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-22). Australia observes day of mourning for victims of Bondi Beach mass shooting. aljazeera.com Flags will be flown at half-staff to honour the victims of the December 14 shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach.
(2026-01-22). Russia's Miner ALROSA CEO Says India Will Adapt to US Tariffs; Natural Stones to Stay Resilient. infobrics.org Russia's diamond miner ALROSA CEO-Chairman Pavel Maryinchev said diamond companies will need time to adjust to the US tariff hike but the long-term impact is unlikely to be severe, adding that India's cutting and polishing sector should be able to "adapt and minimise the effect"
(2026-01-22). INTERNSHIP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (FIDH) – PERMANENT REPRESENTATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) – THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS. fidh.org CONTEXT :
| The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, (…) | – |
(2026-01-22). Iran says 3,117 died in protests in first official toll. Activists fear it's much higher. scmp.com Iran offered its first government-issued death toll on Wednesday following a crackdown on nationwide protests, giving a far lower figure than activists abroad as the country's theocracy tries to reassert control after unrest recalling the chaos surrounding its 1979 Islamic Revolution. | State television carried statements by the Interior Ministry and the Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs, an official body providing services to families of those killed in wars, saying 3,117 people were…
(2026-01-22). Saturday 1/24: Houseless People Create a Real Solution to Homelessness in San Francisco. indybay.org 3990 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko: Belarusian science shows resilience, ability to constantly develop. eng.belta.by Belarusian science, despite global challenges and uncertainty, continues | to demonstrate resilience and a steady drive for innovation, Belarusian | President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a ceremony to award Doctor of | Science diplomas and professor certificates to academic, research and…
(2026-01-22). Soroti Hospital Launches Public Health Emergency Management System for Teso Region. plusnews.ug
Soroti Regional Referral Hospital has rolled out a comprehensive Public Health Emergency Management System aimed at improving early detection, surveillance, and response to disease outbreaks across the Teso sub-region. With a total allocation of 110 million shillings, the program is designed to serve over 2.4 million people across Bukedea, Kumi, Ngora, Serere, Kaberemaido, Kalaki, Amuria, Katakwi, …
(2026-01-22). DAILY MEMO: ICE and Border Patrol Continue Shooting and Assaulting Southern Californian Immigrants, Citizens, Women and Minors. lataco.com The assault by U.S. Federal agents continues in Southern California…
(2026-01-22). Iran's Central Bank is moving vast amounts of cryptocurrency that Nigel Farage recommended to the Bank of England. thecanary.co
A new report has revealed that Iran's central bank is using huge amounts of cryptocurrency issued by the company Tether — an issuer of crypto assets. And guess who routinely sings the praises of Tether and its unregulated monopoly money? None other than the UK's own Nigel Farage. The banks acquisition of these digital assets […] | By
(2026-01-22). Davos World Economic Forum dominated by Trump threats over Greenland. wsws.org The World Economic Forum, which opened Monday in Davos, Switzerland, was dominated by the deepening rift between the United States and the European powers over US President Donald Trump's efforts to take control of Greenland.
(2026-01-22). Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney at Davos: Removing that Sign in the Window. globalresearch.ca "It seems that every day we're reminded that we live in an era of great power rivalry — that the rules-based order is fading, that the strong can do what they can, and the weak must suffer what they must." …
(2026-01-22). US president says Putin accepted to join 'Board of Peace'. geo.tv
US President Donald Trump, right, reaches out to shake hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the tarmac at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025, before their summit. — AFP"Putin was invited, he's accepted. Many people have," says…
(2026-01-22). EU says ready to sign defence, security pact with India. tribune.com.pk
The European Union is ready to sign a defence and security pact with India, the bloc's top diplomat said Wednesday, as Brussels and New Delhi seek closer commercial and political ties. | Kaja Kallas made the announcement to the European Parliament in Strasbourg ahead of an EU-India summit in Delhi next week, where the deal could be inked. | "Today, we agreed to move forward with the signature of a new EU-India security and defence partnership," Kallas told lawmakers. | The move comes as the two geopolitical heavyweights face economic and security challenges from the world's two biggest economies, China and the…
(2026-01-22). China's grain output stays above 715 million metric tons for second year in a row. ecns.cn China's grain output reached about 715 million metric tons in 2025, up 8.4 million metric tons year on year, setting a new record and remaining above 715 million metric tons for the second consecutive year, a senior official said Thursday.
(2026-01-22). America's Favorite Cooking Oil Shows Strong Link to Obesity. globalresearch.ca Soybean oil dominates the U.S. food supply. Americans' intake has increased from about 2% to nearly 10% of calories over a century, alongside sharp rises in obesity and diabetes | A recent study published in the Journal of Lipid Research found …
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko identifies unprecedented change as hallmark of current era. eng.belta.by The main feature of the current era is the unprecedented number of innovations, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a ceremony to award Doctor of Science diplomas and professor certificates to academic, research and teaching staff on 22 January.
(2026-01-22). Online meeting Sunday: The New York nurses' strike and the fight against the financial oligarchy. wsws.org The nurses' strike, located in the center of world finance, is part of a broader movement of the working class, whose logic culminates in a national and international movement against oligarchy and dictatorship.
(2026-01-22). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-22). Secret Service's New Cadillac Escalade Presidential Limousine Emerges. twz.com
(2026-01-22). US sanctions Palestinian group in blockade-busting flotillas. newarab.com
The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on a group of Palestinians The Treasury Department said that the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad (PCPA) has been a "main organizer" of the flotillas and charged that it was "clandestinely acting on behalf of Hamas." |
(2026-01-22). Trump, Tehran vow war in response to assassination threats. tribune.com.pk
President Donald Trump on Tuesday reiterated a warning that Iran would be wiped "off the face of this earth" if Tehran ever succeeded in assassinating the US leader. | In a heated exchange of threats, Iran and the United States both threatened broadscale wars if the leaders of either country are assassinated. | "I have very firm instructions. Anything happens, they're going to wipe them off the face of this earth," Trump said in a News Nation interview that aired Tuesday, in response to a question on Iran's threats on the 79-year-old's life. | Earlier Tuesday, in response to any threats facing Ayatollah Ali Kh…
(2026-01-22). Trump seeks 'immediate negotiations' to acquire Greenland. ecns.cn US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, that he is seeking "immediate negotiations" once again over the acquisition of Greenland, while insisting that he would not use force.
(2026-01-22). Danish FM says open to direct talks with Trump. ecns.cn Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen has publicly accepted US President Donald Trump's invitation to speak directly regarding Denmark's position on Greenland, said Danish local media on Wednesday.
(2026-01-22). Illumination on the American Religious Landscape. portside.org Illumination on the American Religious Landscape |
(2026-01-22). Recentering the Debate Over 'Greenland' Begins With Calling Kalaallit Nunaat by Its Actual Name. fair.org
New York Times ( Kalaallit Nunaat is the name of the country that Donald Trump is salivating over, according to the people who live there. The place that US media call Greenland is an autonomous region of the Kingdom of Denmark, with the right to secede by holding a referendum. | In a rare example of treating the Inuit of Kalaallit Nunaat as real people rather than pieces in a board game, the…
(2026-01-22). UK hypocrisy exposed over Trump's bullshit 'Board of Peace'. thecanary.co
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has not 'yet' committed to US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace'. Apparently, their reluctance follows the open invitation to the Russian President Vladimir Putin. The UK and European allies have always vowed to support Ukraine against Russia's colonial ambitions and ongoing war crimes receiving widespread support from the British public. […] | By
(2026-01-22). FBR sets new customs values, cutting PTA tax on used mobile phones. tribune.com.pk
The Directorate General of Customs Valuation Karachi, a subordinate department of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), has set new customs values for old and used mobile phones imported from overseas, a move expected to reduce the overall PTA tax on such devices. | The revised values will apply only to old and refurbished mobile phones. Several popular smartphone brands, including Apple, Samsung, Google and OnePlus, are covered under the new valuation. | According to a notification issued by the Directorate General of Customs Valuation Karachi, any petition seeking a review of the new valuation can be filed wit…
(2026-01-22). Trump drops tariff threat on EU countries after striking framework for a deal over Greenland in Davos. ecns.cn US President Donald Trump holds a bilateral meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Jan 21, 2026.After the announcement, the US president told reporters huddled on the sidelines in Davos that the deal gave the US "everything it wanted" on Greenland."ÄÄ"ÄÄ"It's a deal that everybody's very happy with.
(2026-01-22). Right-wing Coalition breaks apart in crisis of Australia's two-party system. wsws.org The break-up of the Coalition is not only a crisis of that right-wing formation, but of the whole political order that has defended capitalist rule for the past 80 years.
(2026-01-22). Japan restarts world's largest nuclear plant. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Japan restarted operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world's largest by capacity, nearly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster triggered a nationwide reactor shutdown. Operated by Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) in Niigata Prefecture, the No. 6 reactor resumed partial operations following a minor alarm glitch during final tests. The unit, generating 1.35 gigawatts, is expected to reach 50% output within a week, with full commercial operations targeted for late February, pending regulatory approval.This marks TEPCO's first reactor reactivation since 2011, when the Fukushima…
(2026-01-22). New ambassador to Russia outlines strategy to promote Belarusian goods. eng.belta.by The new Belarusian ambassador to Russia emphasized the importance of exports and promoting Belarusian goods. "We do not have a raw materials sector.
(2026-01-22). Iran central bank used stablecoin backed by Farage, report says. newarab.com
Iran's central bank has acquired around $507 million worth of cryptocurrency that has been publicly backed by the head of the UK's far right The report, published on Wednesday by crypto analytics firm Elliptic, found that several cryptoasset wallets used by Elliptic said the activity was identified following leaked documents detailing the purc…
(2026-01-22). A toast to good health Recipe: Wassail. anabaptistworld.org I let Christmas linger later, or maybe it was that I didn't rush Christmas this year. Advent was honored as a time of waiting, so we didn't "deck the halls" of our house with homegrown tree and trimmings until Christmas Eve. The twelve days of Christmas that followed, leading to Epiphany, felt festive in a …
(2026-01-22). 'Normal is gone' UN researchers announce the world has entered a state of water 'bankruptcy'. thecanary.co
UN researchers have announced that the world has now entered into a state of global water 'bankruptcy,' with their latest report titled: 'Living beyond our hydrological means in a post-crisis era'. UN News highlighted that what was once viewed as a temporary issue — described by experts as a 'crisis' with the possibility of recovery […] | By
(2026-01-22). Trapped between two different worlds. electronicintifada.net When my father evacuated to Italy I was hopeful my family would be next; my hope is now fading.
(2026-01-22). BREAKING: American Academy of Pediatrics Hit with Federal RICO Lawsuit for Vaccine Safety Fraud. globalresearch.ca For decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has been treated like an untouchable authority on child health — the gold standard that parents, doctors, schools, and lawmakers were told to trust without question. But today, that image collapses. Children's …
(2026-01-22). MQM's Mustafa Kamal urges federal control of Karachi, slams 18th Amendment. tribune.com.pk
Federal Minister for Health and MQM-P leader Syed Mustafa Kamal on Thursday called for Karachi to be placed under federal control, accusing the PPP-led Sindh government of failing to administer the city and warning that the 18th Amendment has become a "nasoor" (festering wound) for Sindh and Pakistan. | Addressing a press conference at the MQM-P centre in Bahadurabad, Kamal expressed grief over the Gul Plaza tragedy. "People are still missing. May Allah have mercy on the families and grant forgiveness to the martyrs," he said. He said MQM-P recognised its civic responsibility. "MQM-Pakistan is one of the major…
(2026-01-22). Wall Street impacted by Trump's Greenland annexation threat. wsws.org On Tuesday, the dollar fell by 0.9 percent against a basket of currencies, continuing its slide of 9 percent for 2025. Gold went well over $4,700 per ounce, a new record, while the yield longer-term Treasuries rose.
(2026-01-22). 11 illegally kept lions recovered from Lahore's Nawan Kot area. tribune.com.pk
The recovery of 11 illegally kept lions from Lahore's Nawan Kot area has raised serious questions about the performance and monitoring mechanisms of the Punjab Wildlife Rangers. Under wildlife laws, the keeping of big cats in urban residential areas is strictly prohibited. | The operation came to light after a lioness attacked and injured a young girl in Nawan Kot. After the incident, the suspects fled the scene along with the lioness. However, they were arrested within a few hours. Subsequent action led to the recovery of a total of 11 lions from a factory in the area, including five females, three males and…
(2026-01-22). Trump defends Greenland bid and tariffs at Davos as EU weighs retaliation. ecns.cn US President Donald Trump attends the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Jan 21, 2026.In a critique of Trump's "new colonialism," Macron emphasized Europe's commitment to international law and sovereignty."ÄÄ"ÄÄEarlier on Tuesday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called Trump's tariff threats a "mistake" that risked a "downward spiral" in ties.
(2026-01-22). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-22). Meet AIMIM's Sahar Shaikh who demolished Jitendra Awhad's Mumbra Fortress. ummid.com Sahar Shaikh, the youngest Corporator of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), has set media landscape on fire ever since the results of Mumbra-Thane Municipal Corporation Election 2026 were announced.
(2026-01-22). Russia Hits Record $769.1 Billion in Reserves as Gold Prices Surge. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia's gold and foreign exchange reserves have reached a record high of $769.1 billion, largely due to a rise in gold prices, which make up about 43% of these reserves. The country has been slowly shifting its reserves away from the U. S. dollar into euros, gold, and China's yuan prior to its invasion of …
(2026-01-22). Trump's $5 Billion Legal Battle Against JPMorgan: A Political Storm. devdiscourse.com In a dramatic legal twist, former U.S. President Donald Trump is pursuing a $5 billion lawsuit against banking giant JPMorgan Chase and its influential CEO, Jamie Dimon. Trump's legal team accuses the bank of closing his accounts for political bias, a charge the bank denies, claiming regulatory compliance drove their actions.
(2026-01-22). Israel moves to arm more settlers across the occupied West Bank. newarab.com
Israel's extremist national security minister, Itamar The decision applies to settlements in the northern, central and southern West Bank, as well as the settlement of Goder in the Jordan Valley, effectively enabling settlers living on occupied land to obtain…
(2026-01-22). Greenland Annexation and Probable European Response. ummid.com Greenland has become a focal point of international tensionsyet again, as US President Donald Trump repeated arguments that Washington must control the territory for national security reasons and has refused to rule out using military force to acquire it.
(2026-01-22). Why Ending Republican Control Will Require Overcoming the Democratic Leadership. juancole.com San Francisco (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The past year has completely discredited any
(2026-01-22). White House responds after Trump repeatedly refers to Greenland as 'Iceland' in Davos. scmp.com US President Donald Trump repeatedly made an apparent gaffe in a speech on Wednesday to world leaders assembled in Switzerland by referring to "Iceland" several times instead of his much coveted "Greenland", with the White House furiously denying any confusion on his part. | The 79-year-old Republican has been clamouring for the United States to acquire Greenland, a large island territory of Denmark, citing what he called security threats from Russia and China in the Arctic Circle.
(2026-01-22). Greenland is a global model for Indigenous self-governance. Trump's demands for the island threaten that. grist.org
Aqqaluk Lynge was 19 years old when an American B-52 bomber carrying four thermonuclear weapons as well as conventional bombs crashed off the northwest coast of Greenland, the island where Lynge was born and raised. That was January 1968, and the plane was headed to Thule Air Force Base, a U.S. military installation in Greenland, now known as Pituffik Space Base. When the plane hit the Arctic waters, the conventional bombs detonated but the nuclear weapons did not. | Six American military personnel parachuted from the plane before it crashed, shivering on the frozen ground before Inuit dog sled teams found the…
(2026-01-22). FDIC Greenlights Bank Applications for Auto Giants Ford and GM. devdiscourse.com The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has given the green light to deposit insurance applications from Ford Motor Company and General Motors Company. This pivotal approval allows the automobile giants to form industrial banks and expand their financial services footprint. The FDIC has stipulated that both companies must launch their lending arms within the next 12 months, contingent upon meeting all legal requisites. These industrial banks will be situated in Utah.
(2026-01-22). Punjab launches first Green Policing Unit with electric patrol vehicles. tribune.com.pk
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has inaugurated Pakistan's first Green Policing Unit, introducing the country's first electric patrol vehicle for police operations, a move that officials said would help reduce fuel costs and carbon emissions. The initiative makes Punjab the first province to deploy electric vehicles for police patrolling. | During the inauguration ceremony, the chief minister inspected the electric patrol car and personally drove the vehicle. She was briefed on various aspects of the Green Policing Unit and the electric vehicle initiative. Officials said modern BYD electric vehicles…
(2026-01-22). Greenland threats push EU to pause U.S. trade deal. ecns.cn The United States' campaign to own Greenland has prompted the European Union to suspend approval of the trade deal it agreed with Washington back in July.But the BBC quoted Manfred Weber, an influential German member of the European Parliament, saying "approval is not possible at this stage".
(2026-01-22). Why is the legacy media still afraid of OSINT and fact checking. newarab.com
As global uncertainty and instability in the new year continues to rise, now more than ever there is a pressing need for proactive fact-checking as news is shared. Especially in the context of increasingly volatile circumstances that are quickly evolving, like the UK's military
(2026-01-22). Seeds of Solidarity: A tribute to Palestine's women and medics. newarab.com
In just under two weeks, London's legendary
(2026-01-22). ASEAN Chair Philippines Hosts Myanmar Stakeholder Talks to Revive Peace Effort. moderndiplomacy.eu The Philippines, as current chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, has hosted a meeting of what it described as "important political groups" from military-ruled Myanmar, in an attempt to inject momentum into ASEAN's stalled peace initiative. Philippine officials said the talks were aimed at advancing the bloc's Five-Point Consensus, agreed in 2021 to …
(2026-01-22). WATCH: CN Live! — 'Free Speech in the Dock'. consortiumnews.com Under the new law passed this week by the Australian Parliament, a pro-Palestinian group could potentially be banned and its members arrested for accusing Israel of genocide. A senator who opposed the bill joins CN Live! The Australian Parliament has…
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko highlights scientists' unique role in shaping future. eng.belta.by In this regard, Aleksandr Lukashenko pointed out the unique role scientists play in the system: "You are more than just creators of new knowledge. You also shape the strategic vision for the development of science and participate in the expert review of key decisions."
(2026-01-22). Japan signs new defense agreements with the Philippines. wsws.org The deals are part of a rapidly growing set of military agreements with the Philippines concluded by the United States and other imperialist powers in preparation for war with China.
(2026-01-22). 18th AD Quran calligraphed in India on display at Makkah Museum. ummid.com The Museum of The Holy Quran in the Hira Cultural District of Makkah is showcasing a rare 18th century Quran calligraphed in India exemplifying Muslim devotion to the Holy Quran.
(2026-01-22). France Wants NATO Drills… in the Territory Trump Wants to Take. thinktank.pk As U.S. President Donald Trump in Davos for the World Economic Forum, France drops a surprise proposal that has everyone talking. The French presidency announces they're calling for a full NATO military exercise right in Greenland—and they're ready to put troops on the ground to make it happen. Why now? And what does it really …
(2026-01-22). Bolivian union bureaucracy calls off general strike, betraying workers and peasants. wsws.org The COB ended the strike to prevent it turning into a struggle to bring down the government.
(2026-01-22). Friday 1/23: Overpass Visibility Dance Party I-80 Berkeley. indybay.org I-80 Pedestrian/Bike Overpass Berkeley @ University Ave | 598 University Ave | Berkeley, CA 94720…
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko: Belarus will always find money and time for concrete scientific work. eng.belta.by Belarus will always find both money and time for concrete scientific | work, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a ceremony to | award Doctor of Science diplomas and professor certificates to academic,…
(2026-01-22). Asian Cup run reignites soccer hope. ecns.cn Team China players celebrate after defeating Vietnam 3-0 on Tuesday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in the semifinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup. It was the first time that China reached the final of the tournament, which will happen on Saturday between China and Japan, the defending champion.
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko sees applied research as key to prosperity. eng.belta.by We should pay more attention to the practical applications of the | achievements of Belarusian science,, Belarusian President Aleksandr | Lukashenko said at a ceremony to award Doctor of Science diplomas and | professor certificates to academic, research and teaching staff on 22…
(2026-01-22). Crocodile Bridge Gate reopens for day visitors. sanews.gov.za Crocodile Bridge Gate reopens for day visitors | As severe weather conditions have eased down across parts of the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces, including areas in the Kruger National Park (KNP), the Crocodile Bridge Gate will re-open for day visitors from today. | "Visitors are advised that the situation, however, remains dynamic. A dam wall outside the park has been reported to be compromised, and this may change operational conditions at short notice, including access through Crocodile Bridge Gate," the South African National Parks (SANParks) said. | All gravel roads remain closed until further notice and…
(2026-01-22). Ex-Reform Derbyshire Council seat flips Green in first-of-a-kind win. thecanary.co
In a first-of-its-kind win, the Greens gained a council seat from Reform in a Derbyshire by-election on 20 January. Green candidate Lian Pizzey beat Reform's Juliette Stevens by 1,341 votes to 1,091. The previous Reform councillor for Horsley ward, Richard Morgan, stepped down back in November due to ill health. The by-election this triggered means […] | By
(2026-01-22). Israeli minister approves gun licences for 18 illegal West Bank settlements. aljazeera.com UN says more than 1,800 settler attacks against Palestinians – about five per day – were documented in 2025.
(2026-01-22). "All That's Left of You" : The Film That Arrived Too Late and Just in Time. counterpunch.org All That's Left of You is a film missing from American screens until now. A moving production directed by Cherien Dabis, with Javier Bardem and Mark Ruffalo as executive producers, leaving the viewers in a state of trance long after the final credit has faded into darkness. My first introduction to this movie came quietly, through a
(2026-01-22). Sunday 1/25: Animal Healthcare Workers Against Genocide Webinar. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/-G1glPrvSEWDf9C……
(2026-01-22). New Jersey finalizes higher elevation standards for the shore. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | Starting this summer, new homes in flood zones along the Jersey Shore will need to be built 4 feet higher. | The requirement comes from a new regulation the state finalized Tuesday to prepare coastal buildings for rising tides driven by climate change. | "I…
(2026-01-22). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-22). Patrick Lawrence: All Unquiet on the Ukrainian Front. scheerpost.com Omaha Beach, shortly after D-Day, June 1944 (Photograph from US Coast Guard Collection) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Patrick Lawrence / Sometimes wars have occasions that can be read — immedi…
(2026-01-22). Belarus, Georgia discuss ways to resume inter-parliamentary interaction. eng.belta.by The parties agreed to strengthen working contacts between the legislative bodies of Belarus and Georgia.
(2026-01-22). Parliamentary committee backs greyhound racing ban in Scotland. thecanary.co
Unbound the Greyhound is a coalition of nine animal welfare organisations working together to ban greyhound racing in Scotland. On 22 January, it welcomed the Rural Affairs and Islands (RAI) committee's support of the Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill, that would ban greyhound racing in Scotland. The RAI committee has published its Stage 1 report […] | By
(2026-01-22). A Series of Unfortunate Events: Greenland in the Davos Spotlight. moderndiplomacy.eu The article on "Europe's Arctic Moment: Greenland, NATO, and the Strategic Imperative at Davos", published two days ago on Substack and today in Modern Diplomacy, was written prior to the start of the World Economic Forum. Yet, in light of the developments over the past forty-eight hours, it is evident that the piece was not …
(2026-01-22). Keurbooms—Soetkraal fire contained . sanews.gov.za Keurbooms—Soetkraal fire contained | The Keurbooms—Soetkraal fire, which affected parts of the Tsitsikamma Section of the Garden Route National Park, has been successfully contained. | The fire burned an estimated 22 500 hectares in total. | "Following continuous monitoring and coordinated suppression efforts, the fire is now fully under control, with no further spread anticipated. The fire was closely monitored using both aerial and ground resources throughout the operation," the South African National Parks (SANParks) said on Thursday. | From an ecological perspective, the fire is regarded as highl…
(2026-01-22). Israel readies civilian plane evacuation in case of Iran war. newarab.com
Transport Minister Miri Regev claimed that preparations were underway to relocate Israeli aircraft abroad if fighting were to break out. | Speaking to Israeli radio 103FM, Regev said the transport ministry was…
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko urges more focus on discipline in livestock farming. eng.belta.by "I often say that we need better organization, discipline, and a well-structured system to preserve young livestock," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2026-01-22). Anger in Australia's fire zones as government underfunding and negligence exposed. wsws.org Another inquiry is not a solution but a smokescreen: a mechanism to channel anger into years of hearings and reports, while the same underlying policies remain untouched.
(2026-01-22). Demonstrators Mark the Oakland Federal Building as a Site of ICE Operations. indybay.org People in the Bay Area did precisely this on January 10, smashing 47 windows at the federal building in Oakland and covering it with spray paint in order to identify it as a base of ICE operations in the area.
(2026-01-22). California 175 – Afro-Latino Legacy during the 1850 Compromise – 2026 Black History Month. indybay.org California 175 – 2026 Black History Month offers a very special time to probe deeply throughout the libraries, archives and private collections as the FIFA-World Cup descends upon Casa Mexico in the birth home of Los Angeles, California…
(2026-01-22). Search at Gul Plaza enters fifth day, 60 bodies recovered so far. tribune.com.pk
The search operation at the fire-ravaged Gul Plaza building in Karachi entered its fifth day on Thursday. Rescue teams have completed searches in about 70 per cent of the section partially affected by the fire, recovering a total of 60 bodies so far. | Deputy Commissioner South visited the site Thursday morning to review relief operations. He said the first phase focused on areas of the building that had not collapsed and where the structure was still standing. | "So far, DNA samples of 50 bodies have been obtained, while some bodies have burned to such an extent that extracting DNA from bones has become diffi…
(2026-01-22). Iraq moves to try IS detainees as Damascus-SDF truce frays. newarab.com
The Iraqi judiciary on Thursday announced it would launch legal proceedings against Islamic State [IS] group detainees transferred from Syria to Iraq as part of a US operation. | "The Iraqi judiciary will begin standard legal proceedings against the defendants who are received and placed in the relevant correctional institutions," the Supreme Judicial Council said. | The announcement follows the US military saying on Wednesday it had launched an operation to move 7,000 IS prisoners from Syria to Iraq, as Syrian government forces moved on facilities long held by Kurdish-led forces in Syria. | Damascus' takeover of…
(2026-01-22). Building a youth front for peace. cpusa.org
Contribution to the CPUSA's Peace Conference 2.0: Driven by Justice — United for Peace, Nov. 8, 2025. | The other day I was talking with my younger brother. He's in academia — a tough position to be in right now, especially under this administration — and I'm a senior in undergrad trying to find a job. We were both venting about how things are. There was a lot of hopelessness in that conversation: neither of us felt good about the way things are going, about our prospects, or about the world in general. | We aren't alone in that feeling. It's a very common sentiment among young people today.
(2026-01-22). Trump seeking 'regime change' in Cuba by end of the year: US media report. aljazeera.com The Wall Street Journal reports the White House is seeking Cuban officials willing to cut a deal on regime change.
(2026-01-22). "An Abomination" : Yanis Varoufakis on Trump's "Board of Peace" & Threat to Democratic World Order. democracynow.org
We speak to Greek economist Yanis Varoufakis about the United States under Donald Trump and its attempts to reshape…
(2026-01-22). Artificial intelligence's practical uses, not race to AGI, is what counts, Jeffrey Ding says. scmp.com Jeffrey Ding is an assistant professor of political science at George Washington University. He is the author of Technology and the Rise of Great Powers, an award-winning book exploring the impact of technology on geopolitical competition, as well as the founder of the ChinAI newsletter, which tracks developments in China's artificial intelligence (AI) industry. | In this interview, Ding explains why "diffusion", not innovation, will determine whether China or the US will prevail in the AI race,…
(2026-01-22). Quebec intensifies assault on worker rights with its Bill 3. wsws.org Bill 3 will impose stricter state oversight over the province's trade unions with the aim of smothering working class opposition to the CAQ's right-wing, class-war agenda.
(2026-01-22). Watch: 'Don't worry about ICE coming to the UK it's already here'. thecanary.co
UK people shouldn't be worried that Trump's fascist ICE thugs will be coming to the UK — because ICE is already here. That's the message from TikTok user JanBelinda, who told the horrifying story of her family's experience. Not just of the UK's version of ICE, but of the appalling reality the racist UK system […] | By
(2026-01-22). Call for scholar transport drivers to acquire qualifications. sanews.gov.za Call for scholar transport drivers to acquire qualifications | In an effort to address the challenge of drivers transporting schoolchildren being involved in fatal traffic accidents, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has advocated for strengthening legislation to guarantee that scholar transport drivers are certified in advanced and defensive driving. | Addressing members of the media on Thursday during a scholar transport operation in Lenasia, south of Johannesburg, the Minister said driver behaviour plays a significant role road in road crashes. Furthermore, she proposed that all scholar transport vehicles be c…
(2026-01-22). Gunman at large after three killed in eastern Australia. newarab.com
Australian police said they were hunting for a gunman on the run after three people were shot and killed Thursday in a small, lakeside town in the country's east. | Officers warned people to stay indoors in the country town of Lake Cargelligo, 450 kilometres (280 miles) west of Sydney. | A second shooting soon afterwards killed a woman and wounded a man wh…
(2026-01-22). President Trump's Direct and Hidden Messages at the 2026 WEF in Davos. globalresearch.ca Donald Trump's special address at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos on Wednesday 21 January 2026 lasted just over 70 minutes, unusually long for leaders' speeches at the WEF's Davos event. | The President focused on US economic strength, aggressive …
(2026-01-22). Bangladesh launches election campaign ahead of first polls since Hasina's ouster. tribune.com.pk
Bangladesh begins official campaigning on Thursday for hugely anticipated general elections next month, the first since the 2024 uprising ended the autocratic rule of Sheikh Hasina. | The South Asian nation of 170 million people votes on February 12 for 350 lawmakers, ushering in new leadership after prolonged political turmoil following the overthrow of Hasina's government, reshaping domestic and regional power dynamics. | It comes against the backdrop of insecurity ⚪ including the murder last month of a student leader of the anti-Hasina protests ⚪ as well as warnings of a "flood" of online disinformation.
(2026-01-22). Does the World Economic Forum still matter in a fractured global economy? aljazeera.com For decades, the World Economic Forum in Davos was a symbol of global cooperation. Today, its relevance is questioned.
(2026-01-22). How to Assess the Growth Potential of Recent IPOs? ummid.com Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) mark the transition from a privately held entity to a publicly traded one, offering investors an opportunity to buy shares in the company for the first time.
(2026-01-22). USPS workers report on initial findings of rank-and-file safety inquiry. wsws.org The USPS Workers Rank-and-File Committee also calls for mass participation in the Minnesota strike, part of a wave of class struggle across the country which has the potential to change the country.
(2026-01-22). U.S. Set to Exit World Health Organization Amid Funding Dispute. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States is scheduled to officially withdraw from the World Health Organization on Thursday, in a move that has drawn warnings about potential consequences for U.S. and global health. President Donald Trump first signaled the departure on the first day of his 2025 presidency via executive order. Under U.S. law, the country is required …
(2026-01-22). Philadelphia braces for weekend winter storm with up to a foot of snow possible. Here's what to know. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Philadelphia area is bracing for a winter storm this weekend with the possibility of Forecasters are calling the system a
(2026-01-22). An NHS hospital is starving a severe ME patient and has now stopped giving her fluids. thecanary.co
An NHS hospital in South London is starving a young Black woman living with severe myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). The week before Christmas, Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) took the sudden decision to withdraw a vital antihistamine medication without warning or consent. Since then, severe ME patient Savannah Yulia Victora-May has been largely unable to tolerate food […] | By
(2026-01-22). Azarov: Fear is a factor in global politics. eng.belta.by To support his words, he cited the example of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea: "The DPRK clearly understands this. And everyone understands that Kim Jong-un should not be touched because he will respond to the fullest extent."
(2026-01-22). HC Dinamo Minsk suffer dramatic last-minute defeat to HC Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. eng.belta.by With the game looking certain to go to overtime, HC Lokomotiv Yaroslavl managed to grab a last-gasp winner in the final minute, sealing a 2-1 victory.
(2026-01-22). Chabahar Retreat is Political Cowardice. ummid.com Chabahar retreat was a political cowardicea and, a nation that retreats without protest will eventually discover that there is nothing left to retreat from.
(2026-01-22). Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam: A Scholar, Thinker and Reformer. ummid.com Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam (Rah.) possessed a deeply compassionate heart and a vigilant mind for the welfare of the Muslim Ummah.
(2026-01-22). SIU granted order to interdict pension payout of ex-NLC official. sanews.gov.za SIU granted order to interdict pension payout of ex-NLC official | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has been granted a preservation order by the Special Tribunal to interdict the R500 000 pension payout to former National Lotteries Commission (NLC) official, Sibonelo Vilakazi. | Vilakazi was the former Client Liaison Officer of the NLC in the KwaZulu-Natal branch. | The preservation order stems from an SIU investigation, in which Vilakazi exploited his position to enable his spouse, Nosipho Zanele Zuma, to receive 48 payments totalling R31.2 million from entities benefiting from NLC grants. | The funds were…
(2026-01-22). Israel permits further violations by Jewish groups at Al-Aqsa. newarab.com
Israeli police permitted Jewish worshippers to bring printed prayer sheets to the The move followed a request to the police from the Temple Mount Yeshiva, whose students distributed the liturgical material to Jewish visitors waiting to visit the site. | The Temple Mount movement in Israel aims for the demo…
(2026-01-22). Trump announced Greenland 'total access' Deal. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump announced that the U. S. had secured total and permanent access to Greenland through a deal with NATO. NATO's head emphasized that member nations must enhance their commitment to Arctic security amid threats from Russia and China. This framework deal emerged as Trump backed off from earlier tariff threats and ruled out …
(2026-01-22). FIFA warns against 'US hypocrisy' over Qatar bid for women's cup. newarab.com
Speaking to journalists during a FIFA press conference on Tuesday, Jill Ellis was asked whether the world's football governing body was t…
(2026-01-22). Friday 1/23: Oakland: ICE Out of Everywhere. indybay.org Fruitvale BART | 3401 East 12th St, Oakland, CA…
(2026-01-22). Time for Europe to Use the Nuclear Option: Attack U.S. Patent and Copyright Monopolies. counterpunch.org
Donald Trump does not appear to be backing down from his obsession with seizing a big chunk of real estate in the form of Greenland. He now is set on whacking American consumers with another big tax hike in the form of $75 billion in tariffs on imports from the European countries most vigorously defending
(2026-01-22). Voting delays across the country as voters stay away. independent.co.ug
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Unlike in last week's presidential and parliamentary elections, where delays were caused by the late arrival of voting materials and malfunctioning Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVKs), today the delays are being caused by voters themselves. Across the country, voting materials arrived at polling stations as early as 6: 00 a.m., …
(2026-01-22). Palestinian citizens of Israel hold general strike against crime. newarab.com
The strike is part of an unprecedented wave of popular mobilisation, backed by Palestinian political leadership, and includes calls for a mass protest outside the Misgav police station near the Galilee city of Sakhnin. | Palestinian towns and cities inside Israel have witnessed a sharp…
(2026-01-22). UPS workers back Minneapolis general strike, oppose Teamsters sabotage of walkout against ICE. wsws.org Reporters for the WSWS spoke to UPS workers in Minneapolis about the ongoing federal occupation and the day of action scheduled for January 23.
(2026-01-22). US set to quit World Health Organization. newarab.com
The U.S. is due to officially exit
(2026-01-22). Belarus' new finance minister identifies stability, efficient spending as key tasks. eng.belta.by "There must be a clear return on every ruble of budget investment, in assets or results. And the goal is for that ruble to translate into a real, palpable benefit for our people," the minister emphasized.
(2026-01-22). MP: Board of Peace fits into the multipolar world system. eng.belta.by Belarus' accession to the Board of Peace aligns with the national interests. This serves as further evidence of the authority of Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko and the correctness of the foreign policy of the Republic of Belarus, Sergei Rachkov told the media.
(2026-01-22). SCFL: Support Minnesota Labor Unions Trainings in Madison. wibailoutpeople.org
The Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation and Minnesota State AFL-CIO, along with multiple Central Labor Councils throughout Minnesota have called for a Day of Truth and Freedom for Friday, January 23rd. "This will be a Statewide day of non-violent moral action and reflection: no work, no school, no shopping — only community, conscience, and collective action." …
(2026-01-22). Algeria's Luca Zidane still World Cup eligible despite 2-game ban. newarab.com
Algerian goalkeeper The ban was confirmed by the Algerian Football Federation, and stems from incidents after
(2026-01-22). New Book Chronicling the Global Agri-Cartel's Assault on Rural India. globalresearch.ca Far from being a mere historical record of past grievances, this volume serves as a single, consolidated access point for understanding the systemic forces currently attempting to dismantle the foundations of rural India.
(2026-01-22). Climate Change is Not Causing Mass Extinctions, Says Bombshell Royal Society Paper. wattsupwiththat.com All these political acts are committed under a 'settled' climate science directive that allows scares to be invented seemingly to unquestioning order. When English Test cricket used to regularly shut up shop in mid-afternoon due to fading light and despite the floodlights being on to 'protect' the players, the legendary fast bowler Bob Willis used to ask, 'Where are the bodies?' When 'national treasure' David Attenborough next reads from his sandwich board script about a new mass extinction, a similar reply should come to mind.
(2026-01-22). India's 'crimes against humanity' highlighted. tribune.com.pk
As UN member states begin preparations to draft an international treaty aimed at preventing Crimes against Humanity, Pakistan on Tuesday drew attention to the criminal offenses being committed against innocent people in occupied Kashmir and Palestine. | "Crimes against Humanity are one of the gravest offenses," Pakistani delegate Zulfiqar Ali told a meeting of the Preparatory Committee for the UN Conference on prevention and punishment of such crimes. | "No act is more sacrilegious than committing criminal offenses against innocent people," he pointed out. | "It is with great sadness and indignation that we se…
(2026-01-22). Djokovic eases past qualifier Maestrelli at Australian Open. aljazeera.com The 24-time Grand Slam singles winner lost just eight games and cruised into the third round at Melbourne Park.
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko presents Doctor of Science diplomas, professor certificates. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko presented Doctor of Science diplomas and professor certificates to academic, research and teaching staff in a ceremony held at the Palace of Independence on 22 January.
(2026-01-22). Arts Council Karachi hosts Fine Art & Textile Design thesis display. tribune.com.pk
Karachi's Ahmed Parvez Art Gallery recently became a hub of creativity as the Arts Council of Pakistan hosted the "Fine Art & Textile Design Thesis Display." The exhibition featured the work of thirteen third and fourth-year students from the School of Visual & Performing Arts, showcasing both fine art and textile design. | The show was inaugurated by Culture, Tourism and Archives Minister Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, alongside President of the Arts Council Muhammad Ahmed Shah. Renowned painter Shahid Rassam, Chairman of the Fine Art Committee Farrukh Shehab, Muhammad Zeeshan, Nazar Hussain, and a large number of s…
(2026-01-22). Lukashenko hails achievements of domestic medicine, pledges to overcome shortcomings. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko acknowledged the achievements of domestic medicine and pledged to overcome shortcomings of a subjective nature.
(2026-01-22). Trump Asks For 'Decisive' Military Operations for Iran. news.antiwar.com The White House is developing military options for President Donald Trump to attack Iran. According to sources speaking with The Wall Street Journal, Trump is pressing top American officials to develop plans for attacking Iran that would be "decisive." The options under development range from striking Iranian military facilities or attempting to overthrow the government …
(2026-01-22). Tuesday 1/27: People Power Action: Join Our First National Activist Call of 2026 w/ ACLU. indybay.org ZOOM RSVP: act.aclu.org/a/januaryactioncall…
(2026-01-22). STOP Terrorizing Somali American Community! Seattle Ride Share Ed Mumin Speaks Out. indybay.org During MLK Day in Seattle Seattle Ride Share Ass. Ed Amed Mumin Spoke out against the terrorism by ICE of the Somali American community.
(2026-01-22). Bay Area Kurds Protest Oppression by Turkish and Syrian States. indybay.org Kurds fought alongside U.S. military forces in the fight against ISIS, yet are now being slaughtered…
(2026-01-22). Belarusian Ambassador attends ceremony to launch Board of Peace charter. eng.belta.by Belarusian Ambassador to Switzerland Aleksandr Ganevich participated in a ceremony to deposit the Peace Board Charter with the U.S. Government as depositary.
(2026-01-22). Escalating Tensions: U.S. Military Movements and Iran's Nuclear Challenge. devdiscourse.com The United States is ramping up its military presence in the Middle East, deploying an aircraft carrier strike group among other assets, say U.S. officials. This move comes amidst heightened tensions with Iran following a crackdown on protests, although President Trump wishes to avoid new military conflict.
(2026-01-22). Live: Dhule Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Dhule for the Municipal Corporation (Dhule Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-22). Inside the evolving work of Afghan artist Malina Suliman. newarab.com
First, you smell it. Then you see it. The encounter with Afghan artist Malina, who began her practice with street murals and clandestine painting, now constructs environments that behave like living organisms: smelling, staining, ageing, and transforming.
(2026-01-22). Five killed in 'treacherous' attack on military convoy in Yemen. aljazeera.com Bombing targeted convoy carrying Giants Brigades' commander, an ally of the Saudi-backed government, authorities say.
(2026-01-22). Born in Evin Prison, Iranian Author on Protests Against "Authoritarian, Theocratic Regime" democracynow.org
Deadly anti-government protests continue to rock Iran in the midst of the country's spiraling economic crisis. Thousands of civilians are believed to have been shot dead by government forces in the past few weeks. Meanwhile, President Trump continues to threaten military intervention in addition to a harsh new set of economic sanctions that the U.S. introduced this week. Although a government-instituted communications blackout has made it difficult to assess exactly how many people have been killed, we sit down with Iranian author Sahar Delijani to discuss the "working-class uprising" against Ir…
(2026-01-22). How the "Kill Line" Redefined the American Dream in China. fpif.org Recently, a wave of digital shockwaves rippled across Chinese social media platforms like Bilibili and Xiaohongshu. It wasn't triggered by a geopolitical skirmish or a trade dispute, but by a viral video from a Seattle-based vlogger.
(2026-01-22). Maryland Redistricting Map Removes State's 1 Republican Seat. newsone.com
Source: Tasos Katopodis / Getty | Maryland's redistricting effort is one step closer to implementing a new map. Maryland's Redistricting Advisory Commission voted on Tuesday to recommend a proposal for a new map to Gov. Wes Moore and the state's Grand Assembly. |
(2026-01-22). Tuesday 1/27: Reject Alameda Health System layoffs and closures. indybay.org 1221 Oak St. (Board of Supervisors office)…
(2026-01-22). Yuri Seliverstov appointed Belarus' ambassador to Russia. eng.belta.by Yuri Seliverstov will concurrently act as Belarus' representative to integration bodies and is granted the authority of a Deputy Prime Minister.
(2026-01-22). MART explains measures to boost presence of Belarusian Goods in retail networks. eng.belta.by The Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade (MART) played host to a seminar on the sale of domestically produced goods.
(2026-01-22). MCBC Calls for Transparency and Accountability Following Fatal Police Shooting of Ronald Tinsley, II. indybay.org Community Leaders Calling for Truth, Due Process, and Community Trust in the Wake of Police Use of Deadly Force…
(2026-01-22). The Ocean has finally entered the Global Climate debate. independent.co.ug
COMMENT | KILAPARTI RAMAKRISHNA | In global climate policy, the ocean was long treated as an afterthought, too vast to manage effectively and too resilient to be degraded. Instead, the focus was almost exclusively on reducing greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions and preserving forests. That era is now over. At the most recent United Nations Climate Change Conference …
(2026-01-22). Cutting edge of manufacturing boosts resilience. ecns.cn "Industry estimates suggest that the number of AI enterprises in China surpassed 6,000 in 2025, with the core sector expected to exceed 1.2 trillion yuan ($172.32 billion) in size."
(2026-01-22). We Are Pointing at Ourselves. counterpunch.org
Every single moving mouth and face I see in the media seems to be obligated to stress the barbarity and illegitimacy of the Maduro government to establish some acceptable moral clarity, even before they can carry on with any analysis of the current political situation or the current political conditions in the world. Likewise, each personality seems obligated to make similar statements as a prerequisite to speaking on the Iranian regime and the religious leaders controlling the country. Each is evil, they must claim, and they expressively disagree and denounce them in all shapes and forms. Each is beyond the pale…
(2026-01-22). Latest developments at Kruger National Park. sanews.gov.za Latest developments at Kruger National Park | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has provided an update on the current developments at Kruger National Park following the floods that have caused extensive damage to the infrastructure. | Last week's persistent heavy rainfall across Limpopo and Mpumalanga caused river levels to rise significantly, with overflows reported in the Crocodile, Sabie, Letaba, Sand, Luvuvhu and Limpopo rivers. | "In the Kruger National Park alone, the damage to critical infrastructure is so widespread that SANParks is estimating that the damage possibly…
(2026-01-22). Renée Good knew White Silence is Violence. counterpunch.org
There's been a lot of focus on Renée Nicole Maklin Good as a mom. Parenthood is frequently used to construct a narrative of innocent victimhood, often while other complicating elements of a person's identity are obscured. Good was a mother of three, and her death at the hands of the state will shape the rest
(2026-01-22). Russia's Rosspetsmash Association to expand cooperation with Belarusian enterprises. eng.belta.by Deputy Prime Minister Viktor Karankevich led a meeting in Gomel with a delegation from the Rosspetsmash Association.
(2026-01-22). Friday 1/23: Gays to on January 23: Solidarity with Minneapolis. indybay.org Castro Memorial Corner, 501 Castro Street…
(2026-01-22). Arrival of Losar brings joy, good fortune to Tibetans. ecns.cn As the Tibetan New Year, or Losar, approaches, preparations are in full swing in Lhasa, the capital of the Xizang autonomous region, with families busy following centuries-old customs to seek blessings and good fortune.
(2026-01-22). From China to Trump: How Effective Is Europe's 'Bazooka' Really? thinktank.pk As President Donald Trump wraps up his Davos appearance, Europe finds itself staring down the barrel of escalating U.S. threats—tariffs up to 25% or more on allies who resist his push for control over Greenland. But what if Europe has a countermeasure up its sleeve, dubbed the 'bazooka'? What Exactly Is the EU's 'Trade Bazooka'—And …
(2026-01-22). eThekwini accelerates digital HR transformation to boost service delivery. sanews.gov.za eThekwini accelerates digital HR transformation to boost service delivery | The eThekwini Municipality is accelerating the digitisation of its Human Resources (HR) systems, a strategic shift aimed at improving accountability, enhancing workforce performance and enabling faster and more reliable services for residents. | This was highlighted during an oversight visit by the Governance and Human Resources Portfolio Committee to employee training sessions on the new digital HR platform. | The visit was led by committee chairperson Nkosenhle Madlala and focused on assessing implementation milestones and organisationa…
(2026-01-22). Disability Arts Online announces dis_place virtual gallery's first curated exhibition. thecanary.co
Disability Arts Online presents I need to be more than a lesson you learned — the first exhibition to be curated for its digital gallery dis_place. Curated by new in-house curator Nathalie Boobis, this free exhibition brings together work by nine artists, including three new commissions. I need to be more than a lesson you […] | By
(2026-01-22). Provincia cubana de Villa Clara desarrolló Pleno Extraordinario del PCC. radiohc.cu
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CC PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, presidió este miércoles en Santa Clara junto a Roberto Morales Ojeda, miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central, el Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Provincial del Partido en Villa Clara. | El encuentro, que forma parte de una ronda de análisis con las direcciones partidistas territoriales tras la celebración del XI Pleno del CC PCC en diciembre, tuvo como objetivo alinear a toda la militancia con las prioridades del país desde el inicio del año 2026, calif…
(2026-01-22). Este jueves retransmisión de la Mesa Redonda, "Háblame de Fidel: Combatientes" mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu Este jueves, dedicamos nuestra emisión a un capítulo de la serie Háblame de Fidel. Combatientes de la Revolución cubana contarán anécdotas y momentos de su relación con el Comandante en Jefe, Fidel Castro Ruz.
(2026-01-22). Vibrará la música en Santa Clara en el festival Internacional Jazz Plaza 2026. radiohc.cu Santa Clara será una de las sedes, por segunda vez del Festival Internacional Jazz Plaza 2026, que en su edición 41 propone un evento de lujo, en una gran fiesta cultural que se extenderá desde el 25 de enero hasta el primero de febrero, para encender las almas y regalar jornadas con lo mejor de la música y de las artes. | El evento año llegará a cuatro provincias, La Habana, Villa Clara, Holguín y Santiago de Cuba, explicó en conferencia de prensa el maestro Víctor Rodríguez García, Presidente del Comité Organizador de la cita. | Más de 1500 artistas, de ellos, unos 200 procedentes de 20 países estarán en el Jaz…
(2026-01-22). Provincia cubana de Villa Clara desarrolló Pleno Extraordinario del PCC. radiohc.cu
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CC PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, presidió este miércoles en Santa Clara junto a Roberto Morales Ojeda, miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central, el Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Provincial del Partido en Villa Clara. | El encuentro, que forma parte de una ronda de análisis con las direcciones partidistas territoriales tras la celebración del XI Pleno del CC PCC en diciembre, tuvo como objetivo alinear a toda la militancia con las prioridades del país desde el inicio del año 2026, calif…
(2026-01-22). Este jueves retransmisión de la Mesa Redonda, "Háblame de Fidel: Combatientes" mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu Este jueves, dedicamos nuestra emisión a un capítulo de la serie Háblame de Fidel. Combatientes de la Revolución cubana contarán anécdotas y momentos de su relación con el Comandante en Jefe, Fidel Castro Ruz.
(2026-01-22). Aduana General de la República de Cuba actualiza marco regulatorio. radiohc.cu
El vicejefe primero de la Aduana General de la República de Cuba (AGR), William Pérez González afirmó que el Decreto Ley 108 y sus disposiciones complementarias modernizan la gestión aduanera, en armonía con los preceptos internacionales y la realidad del país. | En conferencia de prensa referida al Decreto Ley 108 De Aduanas, el Decreto Reglamento 134 y 9 y las resoluciones complementarias, publicadas en esta jornada en la Gaceta Oficial (ordinaria) N. ∞ 7, el organismo ahondó en las medidas aprobadas como continuidad del perfeccionamiento institucional y de actualización del marco legal que rige la labor…
(2026-01-22). Cuba y México reafirman lazos históricos de amistad. radiohc.cu El embajador de Cuba en México, Eugenio Martínez, y el presidente de la Comisión de Relaciones Exteriores de la Cámara de Diputados, Pedro Vázquez reafirmaron este miércoles los históricos lazos de amistad entre ambos países. | Durante un encuentro en el ente legislativo, Vázquez rememoró momentos de la relación bilateral, forjada "en una causa compartida" con referencias al papel de México para "dar refugio, fuerza y horizontes a la Revolución cubana y los preparativos del viaje de la libertad del yate Granma". | Agregó que Cuba y México se reconocen como pueblos hermanos y "no hay bloqueo, ni sanción, ni presió…
(2026-01-22). Cuba premia lo más relevante de la creación escénica nacional e internacional. radiohc.cu La Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac) honró este miércoles, con la entrega de los Premios Villanueva de la Crítica 2025, a aquellas obras que representan lo más relevante de la creación escénica. | Tras evaluar las propuestas presentadas, la Sección de Crítica e Investigación de la Asociación de Artistas Escénicos de la Uneac decidió premiar a los espectáculos nacionales Faro, de Teatro Andante, de la provincia Granma; Un rastro en las estrellas, de Teatro de Las Estaciones, de Matanzas; y El nombre de Juana, de La Habana. | También fueron agasajados Actea—àìpera, del Lyceum Mozartiano, d…
(2026-01-22). Vibrará la música en Santa Clara en el festival Internacional Jazz Plaza 2026. radiohc.cu Santa Clara será una de las sedes, por segunda vez del Festival Internacional Jazz Plaza 2026, que en su edición 41 propone un evento de lujo, en una gran fiesta cultural que se extenderá desde el 25 de enero hasta el primero de febrero, para encender las almas y regalar jornadas con lo mejor de la música y de las artes. | El evento año llegará a cuatro provincias, La Habana, Villa Clara, Holguín y Santiago de Cuba, explicó en conferencia de prensa el maestro Víctor Rodríguez García, Presidente del Comité Organizador de la cita. | Más de 1500 artistas, de ellos, unos 200 procedentes de 20 países estarán en el Jaz…
(2026-01-22). Cuba y México reafirman lazos históricos de amistad. radiohc.cu El embajador de Cuba en México, Eugenio Martínez, y el presidente de la Comisión de Relaciones Exteriores de la Cámara de Diputados, Pedro Vázquez reafirmaron este miércoles los históricos lazos de amistad entre ambos países. | Durante un encuentro en el ente legislativo, Vázquez rememoró momentos de la relación bilateral, forjada "en una causa compartida" con referencias al papel de México para "dar refugio, fuerza y horizontes a la Revolución cubana y los preparativos del viaje de la libertad del yate Granma". | Agregó que Cuba y México se reconocen como pueblos hermanos y "no hay bloqueo, ni sanción, ni presió…
(2026-01-22). Defensa Civil de Cuba revisó inicio de período seco en el país. radiohc.cu El general de División Ramón Pardo Guerra, jefe del Estado Mayor Nacional de la Defensa Civil de Cuba (DC), presidió en La Habana la Reunión de Inicio del Período Seco, efectuada en la sede del organismo mediante videoconferencia con las provincias del país. | En el encuentro participaron Antonio Rodríguez Rodríguez, presidente del Instituto de Recursos Hidráulicos; el primer coronel Manuel Lamas Gómez, jefe del Cuerpo de Guardabosques de Cuba; así como especialistas de organismos de la Administración Central del Estado y de la Defensa Civil, refiere la DC en su perfil de Facebook. | Idelmis González García, jefa…
(2026-01-22). Defensa Civil de Cuba revisó inicio de período seco en el país. radiohc.cu El general de División Ramón Pardo Guerra, jefe del Estado Mayor Nacional de la Defensa Civil de Cuba (DC), presidió en La Habana la Reunión de Inicio del Período Seco, efectuada en la sede del organismo mediante videoconferencia con las provincias del país. | En el encuentro participaron Antonio Rodríguez Rodríguez, presidente del Instituto de Recursos Hidráulicos; el primer coronel Manuel Lamas Gómez, jefe del Cuerpo de Guardabosques de Cuba; así como especialistas de organismos de la Administración Central del Estado y de la Defensa Civil, refiere la DC en su perfil de Facebook. | Idelmis González García, jefa…
(2026-01-22). Presidente de China aprobó nueva ayuda financiera y alimentaria a Cuba. radiohc.cu El presidente de la República Popular China y secretario general del Partido Comunista de China, Xi Jinping aprobó una nueva ronda de ayuda a Cuba que comprende una asistencia financiera emergente valorada en 80 millones de dólares para la adquisición de equipamiento eléctrico y otras necesidades urgentes, junto a un donativo de 60 mil toneladas de arroz. | Hua Xin, embajador de China en La Habana, transmitió la decisión a Miguel Díaz-Canel, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, durante un encuentro efectuado en el Palacio de la Revolución. | Fuente…
(2026-01-22). Día del Teatro Cubano: Memoria viva de la nación. cubadebate.cu Instituido en 1980, el Día del Teatro Cubano recuerda los sucesos ocurridos en 1869 en la sala Villanueva de La Habana, cuando el teatro se convirtió en escenario de expresión del sentir popular, en un momento decisivo de la historia nacional. Aquellos acontecimientos marcaron para siempre el vínculo entre las tablas y la nación, entre el arte y la conciencia colectiva.
(2026-01-22). Presidente de China aprobó nueva ayuda financiera y alimentaria a Cuba. radiohc.cu El presidente de la República Popular China y secretario general del Partido Comunista de China, Xi Jinping aprobó una nueva ronda de ayuda a Cuba que comprende una asistencia financiera emergente valorada en 80 millones de dólares para la adquisición de equipamiento eléctrico y otras necesidades urgentes, junto a un donativo de 60 mil toneladas de arroz. | Hua Xin, embajador de China en La Habana, transmitió la decisión a Miguel Díaz-Canel, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, durante un encuentro efectuado en el Palacio de la Revolución. | Fuente…
(2026-01-22). Pueblo Nuevo: El barrio santuario de la ciudad de Matanzas. cubadebate.cu Hoy, "Espacios de Ciudad" llega a la ciudad de Matanzas, la cual está dividida en barrios que tejen una identidad diversa y profunda. Un estudio realizado por el Lic. Alcides Peña Reyes analizó la nomenclatura de sus calles. Este artículo recorre la historia, el patrimonio y el alma de Pueblo Nuevo, un espacio donde la fe, la cultura y la identidad se entrelazan en sus arterias.
(2026-01-22). De Moscú a La Habana: Máxima tensión para el orden occidental (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu En nuestro podcast De Moscú a La Habana, nos adentramos en una crisis que está reconfigurando las alianzas del siglo XXI. El reclamo del presidente estadounidense Donald Trump sobre Groenlandia ha desatado una tormenta geopolítica, exponiendo fracturas profundas en la OTAN y planteando una pregunta incómoda: øes el fantasma de una amenaza rusa o china el objetivo real, o apenas una excusa útil?
(2026-01-22). Fidel, el arte de la palabra: Un jurado de un millón de cubanos. cubadebate.cu En una de las Bohemias De la Libertad se relata cómo desde la noche del 20 de enero de 1959 partieron de sitios alejados de la capital, como Matanzas, Artemisa y Pinar del Río, cientos de miles de personas —mediante todo tipo de transportes o a pie— que se reunieron frente al Palacio Presidencial para brindar apoyo absoluto al gobierno revolucionario.
(2026-01-22). Falleció el cantante cubano Alfredito Rodríguez a los 74 años. cubadebate.cu El Instituto Cubano de la Música dio a conocer la noticia del fallecimiento del destacado cantante Alfredo Rodríguez (1951-2026). "Alfredito, deja un legado inmenso y una huella imborrable en la vida de quienes lo admiraron. Su recuerdo vivirá siempre en los corazones de quienes siguieron su vida artística", señaló la institución en redes sociales.
(2026-01-22). Storia dell'Iran nel XX secolo — Parte II Da Mossadeq alla Rivoluzione islamica. strategic-culture.su La recente nuova fase di destabilizzazione interna alla quale è stata sottoposta la Repubblica islamica dell'Iran e l'insistenza della propaganda occidentale sull'imminenza della sua caduta (con l'appoggio della stessa all'erede dello Shah Reza Ciro Pahlavi) rendono necessario affrontare il particolare percorso storico del Paese dagli inizi del Novecento fino ai giorni nostri. Solo in questo modo si possono avanzare delle ipotesi su cià≤ che potrà essere il suo futuro.
(2026-01-22). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-22). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-22). Tuesday 1/27: San Vicente-Waddell Resilience Project Community Workshop. indybay.org Seymour Marine Discovery Center, La Feliz Room, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-22). Europe cannot condemn colonialism à la carte. aljazeera.com Europe is quick to denounce Trump's imperial fantasies while defending its own colonial past and present.
(2026-01-22). New Report Finds That Murder of Berta Cáceres Was a Corporate, Financial, and Political Crime. orinocotribune.com
By Pablo Meriguet — Jan 20, 2026 | A recent report produced by a committee of experts presented new findings on the murder of social and environmental activist Berta Cáceres. | Cáceres was murdered on the night of March 2, 2016, at her home in La Esperanza, Honduras. Several hitmen entered her home and killed her. Cáceres, founder of the
(2026-01-22). Europe cannot condemn colonialism à la carte. aljazeera.com Europe is quick to denounce Trump's imperial fantasies while defending its own colonial past and present.
(2026-01-22). New Report Finds That Murder of Berta Cáceres Was a Corporate, Financial, and Political Crime. orinocotribune.com
By Pablo Meriguet — Jan 20, 2026 | A recent report produced by a committee of experts presented new findings on the murder of social and environmental activist Berta Cáceres. | Cáceres was murdered on the night of March 2, 2016, at her home in La Esperanza, Honduras. Several hitmen entered her home and killed her. Cáceres, founder of the