(2026-06-14). Israel says strikes Hezbollah targets In Beirut's southern suburbs. tribune.com.pk 
Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs on Sunday for the second time in a week in response to what it said was Hezbollah fire at northern Israel, while its military also carried out broader strikes on southern Lebanon. | The latest escalation came despite expectations that a deal between the United States and Iran to end the Middle East war could be imminent, as Tehran insists a ceasefire in Lebanon must be part of any deal. | Lebanon's official National News Agency (NNA) said a strike hit an apartment in the Ghobeiry neighbourhood of Beirut's southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold known as Dahiyeh. | An AF…
(2026-06-14). Trump Says Israel's Strike on Beirut 'Should Not Have Happened'. news.antiwar.com President Trump said on Sunday that an Israeli attack on the southern suburbs of Lebanon's capital, Beirut, "should not have happened," as Iranian officials maintain a real ceasefire in Lebanon is key to any kind of agreement with the US. Israel's strike on Dahiyeh on Sunday came one week after Iran bombed northern Israel in …
(2026-06-14). Israel Continues Attacks on Southern Lebanon, Orders 29 Villages Evacuated. news.antiwar.com While discussion of Israel's attacks on Lebanon Sunday primarily focused on a deadly attack on the capital city of Beirut, the IDF continued to carry out operations across southern Lebanon as well, and continuing to try to force the population out of the area. The IDF issued two distinct statements on Sunday ordering people living …
(2026-06-14). Israeli ministers call for bombing Beirut despite ceasefire. tribune.com.pk 
Two Israeli cabinet ministers called Sunday for resuming airstrikes on the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital of Beirut despite an ongoing ceasefire. | National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said Israel should "fire for every violation" by Hezbollah and for every drone launched by the Lebanese group. | "Dahiyeh must tremble," he said on US social media company X, referring to Beirut's southern suburbs. | ◊ê◊ì◊®◊ï◊© ◊ï◊ê◊ë◊î◊ô◊® ◊©◊ï◊ë ◊ê◊™ ◊¢&l…
(2026-06-14). US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear. geo.tv 
US and Iranian flags are seen in this illustration taken March 23, 2026. — ReutersPakistani, US leaders predict Sunday signing.Iranian officials, protesters express scepticism.Deal framework includes reopening Strait of Hormuz.Pakistani and US leaders forecast a Sunday signing of…
(2026-06-14). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-06-14). Why China is attracting wealthy Gulf families in search of education, tech and business. scmp.com In April, a family from the United Arab Emirates — four adults, three children and a nanny — spent about 300,000 yuan (US$44,228) on a seven-day educational and business tour to China. | The trip was nearly cancelled as the Iran war repeatedly disrupted their flights and travel plans, but they eventually arrived in Shanghai.
(2026-06-14). How Iran used US ceasefire to replenish its depleted missile stockpiles. scmp.com Western allies believe Iran has most likely added new-build Russian weapons to its inventory and reconstituted large swathes of its missile arsenal during the eight-week ceasefire, giving the Islamic Republic the firepower to strike back at nearly full strength if hostilities resume. | Tehran has about three-quarters of the munitions it had before the war and can easily build it up further, according to intelligence assessments. That includes unspecified Russian missiles that probably came off the…
(2026-06-14). An MoU Is Not Peace—It Is Misleading Language That Paves the Way for More War. scheerpost.com What an MoU means in the context of a war is confusing and misleading. Is the war over when it is signed? Or is it a pause until there is a misunderstanding? Kathy Gannon Substack As with so much surrounding the Iran war, which the United States and Israel began in February, truth has been …
(2026-06-14). Revealed: How Ali Khamenei's one move in 1984 helped Iran ward off Israel & USA in 2025 & 2026 wars. hindustantimes.com Iran is edging toward a peace deal with the U.S. and Israel — but its missiles are not going anywhere. From crude rockets in the 1980s to multi‚Äëwarhead and hypersonic systems today, Tehran has built one of the most formidable missile arsenals in the Middle East. Here's why Iran has always prioritised missiles over fighter jets and big-ticket air power, and how that strategy has been tested in the wars of June 2025 and February 2026.
(2026-06-14). Iran says no final decision taken over US ceasefire deal. newarab.com 
Welcome to The New Arab's live coverage of all the latest developments from accross the region. | US President The development comes as Israel has continued to pound Lebanon with fresh strikes, issuing further forced evacuation orders to civilians in the south. | Here are some of the key updates: | • Iran and the US are expected to sign a cease…
(2026-06-14). With Trump's Iran war almost over, Why is US building a major military base near Gaza Strip. hindustantimes.com Reports suggest that the United States has begun constructing a large military facility near the Gaza Strip in southern Israel, close to the perimeter fence area. According to Israeli media sources, the site near the Re'im military base is expected to function as both a military and civilian coordination hub, potentially hosting international organizations involved in regional operations. Some reports claim the facility could be linked to broader post-conflict planning efforts, though these details remain unconfirmed by U.S. and Israeli authorities. The development has sparked speculation about America's expandin…
(2026-06-14). US loses key radar in Iran's Bahrain strike; Mojtaba delivers most critical parting blow to Trump. hindustantimes.com Reports and satellite imagery have fueled speculation that Iran may have struck Bahrain's Jabal Ad Dukhan radar facility during the latest wave of regional hostilities. Open-source analysts pointed to smoke plumes near the site, which hosts the AR-327 long-range surveillance radar and is considered a key component of the Gulf's missile warning architecture. If confirmed, the incident would represent one of the most significant attacks on a U.S.-linked early-warning asset in the region, raising questions about the resilience of Gulf air-defense networks and the evolving nature of Iran's military strategy.
(2026-06-14). Australia stun Turkey with defensive masterclass at World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Australia combined defensive discipline with clinical finishing to secure a 2-0 victory over Turkey at BC Place, upsetting their more fancied opponents as coach Tony Popovic praised his side's grit and organisation. | Pre-match attention had centred on Turkey's Arda Guler, but it was Australia's youthful attack that made the difference. | Popovic's side set up to absorb pressure and break quickly, with Mohamed Toure ⚪ back from illness ⚪ leading the line alongside Nestory Irankunda. | Their pace and directness provided a constant outlet on the counter, unsettling a Turkish side that dominated possessio…
(2026-06-14). Xi's North Korea Visit Fuels Kim's Push for Trump Talks After Iran War. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese President Xi Jinping's historic two-day visit to North Korea (June 8-9, 2026) is linked to the ongoing conflict in their ally Iran and the current conflicts in the Middle East between the United States and Iran, reflecting a global power struggle and the exchange of geopolitical pressure tactics between the superpowers. While Washington is …
(2026-06-14). Lebanon Tells UN That Israel Is Using Herbicide as a Weapon. news.antiwar.com Before the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in March, they were still attacking Lebanon on an almost daily basis at any rate. Starting in late January, some of those attacks involved the spraying of concentrated herbicide on Lebanese farmland and other agricultural lands. Those operations continued to be reported intermittently after, but were mostly overshadowed by …
(2026-06-14). Nahr el-Bared camp holds mock execution of Ben-Gvir in support of Palestinian prisoners, demands "Israel" out of FIFA. samidoun.net 
On Saturday, 13 June, Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network and the Yabous Sports Club in Nahr el-Bared Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon organized a street theater performance and public action against the zionist "Prisoners' Execution Law" in occupied Palestine and to demand the expulsion of "Israel" from FIFA amid the opening of the World Cup. …
(2026-06-14). Civil Records for Hundreds of Thousands of Lebanese Could Be Wiped Out By Israel's Total War. theintercept.com 
With whole towns leveled by Israel, a quarter million Lebanese people may have lost the proof of who they are and what they own.
english.palinfo.com (2026-06-13). Hamas lauds Palestinians performing prayers on W. Bank lands facing annexationThe Hamas Movement said that the large turnout of Palestinians for Friday prayers in an area threatened with appropriation in al‑Khalil governorate reflected their strong attachment to their land and national rights, and sent a clear message of rejection against annexation and settlement schemes.
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-13). Ayatollah Khamenei to be laid to rest at Imam Reza shrine on July 9 after multi-city funeral ceremoniesAccording to a statement issued by the office, farewell ceremonies for the martyred Leader's body will be held at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Mosalla on July 4 and 5, corresponding to the 19th and 20th days of Muharram.
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-13). 'Justice will be served after all': Iran marks first anniversary of 12-Day WarSenior Iranian authorities have marked the first anniversary of the 12-Day War, which began on June 13 last year with unprovoked Israeli air raids that killed several top military commanders, officials, and nuclear scientists.
aljazeera.com (2026-06-13). Amnesty calls for Israel boycott over aggression in the occupied West BankAmnesty International's Agnes Callamard says the ethnic cleansing and annexation of the occupied West Bank are not the actions of a few extremist settlers, but part of a state-backed project. She's calling on the international community to boycott Israel as violence escalates.
(2026-06-14). UK Judge Sentences Palestine Action Activists To Over 20 Years In Prison. popularresistance.org Four Palestine Action anti-genocide activists received combined prison sentences of over 20 years on 12 June for sabotaging an Israeli drone facility in the UK in 2024. | Judge Jeremy Johnson said an "aggravating factor" in his decision to imprison the activists was that they had a "terrorist connection." | In August 2024, the four activists raided the Elbit Systems research and development facility in Filton, near Bristol, causing more than £1 million ($1,342,000) in damage in an attempt to shut it down. | The facility conducts R&D for Tactical Multi-Rotor Quadcopter drones produced for the British Ar…
(2026-06-14). Outrage as UK Activists Get Combined 25 Yrs for 'Terrorism'. scheerpost.com The judge didn't allow Palestine Action activists at trial to explain they were trying to stop a genocide. Their attorneys decried terrorism sentences following a nonviolent conviction as unprecedented and dangerous to speech. Stephen PragerCommon Dreams In a decision that Amnesty International described as "completely disproportionate," four demonstrators with the outlawed group Palestine Action were sentenced as terrorists in the U.K. …
(2026-06-14). European Solidarity Convoy For Cuba Sets Off From Belgium. popularresistance.org The initiative will travel across the continent under the slogans "Let Cuba Breathe" and "Europe, Wake Up." They condemned Washington's energy blockade and sanctions policy against the island. | Luxembourg Square in Brussels, located in Belgium across from the European Parliament, became the setting where the activities of the European convoy of solidarity with Cuba began on Wednesday, June 10. Despite the cold weather and rain throughout the day, more than a hundred people gathered in this space to express their support for the island and reject the suffocating policies applied by the U.S. government.
(2026-06-14). Escritores y Artistas de Cuba recuerdan al gran cineasta José Massip. radiohc.cu La Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac) rindió homenaje al intelectual José Salvador Massip (1926-2014), cuyo centenario se conmemorará el próximo día 28. | Massip, uno de los cineastas contemporáneos más importantes de Cuba, fue fundador del Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (Icaic), Premio Nacional de Cine (2012) y figura clave en la articulación entre pensamiento histórico, creación audiovisual y crítica cultural. | Su obra abarcó el documental, la ficción y el ensayo, con títulos cardinales como El Mégano, Los tiempos del joven Martí e Historia de un ballet. | El encuentro tuvo…
(2026-06-14). Esteban Lazo intercambió con presidentes de las asambleas municipales del Poder Popular. radiohc.cu 
Esteban Lazo Hernández, presidente de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba (Parlamento), intercambió este sábado mediante videoconferencia con presidentes de las asambleas municipales del Poder Popular. | En el encuentro, Lazo Hernández reflexionó sobre el papel de estos órganos atendiendo a la actual situación del país frente al bloqueo económico, comercial, financiero y energético, y a la escalada agresiva del gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Cuba, destacó el sitio del Parlamento. Foto tomada del sitio de la Asamblea. | Subrayó la importancia de fortalecer el rol del municipio en la estrategia de des…
(2026-06-14). Cuba fortalece capacidades en aguas subterráneas en curso del OIEA. radiohc.cu Un investigador del Centro de Estudios Ambientales de Cienfuegos (CEAC) representó a Cuba del 8 al 12 de junio en curso del OIEA en Viena sobre modelación con radón para estudiar la interacción agua subterránea-superficial. | El Curso de Capacitación sobre Modelación Avanzada de Balance de Masas utilizando Radón, organizado por el Organismo Internacional de Energía Atómica (OIEA), reunió a especialistas de varios países para perfeccionar técnicas que permiten comprender la relación entre aguas subterráneas y superficiales como ríos y lagos, informó la institución cubana a Prensa Latina. | Durante las jornadas, lo…
(2026-06-14). Cuba In The Eye Of The Storm. popularresistance.org It is just past 9: 00 pm, and the Havana neighborhood where I live is completely dark. This part of the capital has been without electricity for 20 hours. On my street and those nearby, the silence has been broken by the noise of cacerolazos (pot-banging protests), a form of dissent that used to be rare in Cuba but is becoming increasingly frequent these days. | To a certain extent, this is understandable. The lack of electricity affects virtually every aspect of daily life for Cubans. Long hours of blackouts, which can stretch to nearly 48 hours in some provinces, leave little room for daily routines and force ci…
(2026-06-14). Relatoras da ONU a serviàßo de George Soros e Trump contra Cuba. strategic-culture.su
(2026-06-14). Doctor Israel banned after 40 years in Gaza's hospitals speaks out. asiapacificreport.nz INTERVIEW: Dr Myriam Franàßois talks to Dr Mads Gilbert on The Tea Eight months on from the so-called "ceasefire" in Gaza, the headlines may have moved on — but Israel's assault has not. The siege remains. The starvation continues. The displacement continues. The destruction continues. "The Palestinian people, with their heroism and sacrifice, are fighting…
(2026-06-14). Two killed in Israeli strike on Gaza. aljazeera.com An Israeli strike on southern Gaza has killed two people and injured another, according to Palestinian authorities.
(2026-06-14). Saturday 6/20: Love in the Time of Intifada: A Speed Meeting Fundraiser for Gaza Students. indybay.org The Starry Plough, 3101 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley…
(2026-06-14). Israeli Attacks Kill at Least Six Palestinians in Gaza as IDF Continues Constant Ceasefire Violations. news.antiwar.com The Israeli military launched heavy attacks across Gaza on Sunday, killing at least six Palestinians, as it continues its constant violations of the US-backed ceasefire deal. Medics told Reuters that at least four people were killed and several others were wounded by an Israeli airstrike near a hospital in northern Gaza's Jabalia refugee camp. Israeli …
(2026-06-14). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-06-14). Thursday 6/25: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp625…
(2026-06-14). An inverse transition: Delcy Rodríguez as Venezuela's first post-Chavista president. links.org.au 
Social movements in the region are resisting anti-popular policies. But Chavismo's state restructuring and austerity faces no opposition in Venezuela. Manuel Azuaje Reverón explains why.
(2026-06-14). Acting President of Venezuela Meets US Department of Energy Delegation. orinocotribune.com The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, held a review meeting on the bilateral energy agenda with an official delegation from the United States Energy Department. | At the meeting held on Friday, June 12, the US delegation was represented by the senior policy advisor of the Energy Dominion Council, Toby Deen; the acting under secretary of the Department of Energy, Andrew Rapp; and US Chargé d'Affaires John Barrett. | On the Venezuelan side, in addition to the acting president, the meeting was attended by the sectoral vice president of Economy, Calixto Ortega; the minister of Hydrocarbons, Paula Henao;…
(2026-06-14). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). US-Venezuela Operation Neutralizes Tren de Aragua's 'Niño Guerrero' in Bolívar State (+US Company in Tocoma Hydroelectric Project). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The security operation was carried out in the southeast of Bolívar state with specialized technical and technological support. While the official Venezuelan communique referred to the involvement of "US security a…
(2026-06-14). 'My business failed, not me': Saheefa Jabbar Khattak announces COO role at food chain. tribune.com.pk 
Entrepreneur and model Saheefa Jabbar Khattak shared on social media that she has always believed in herself despite setbacks while announcing a new professional milestone. | Taking to Instagram, Khattak revealed that she has taken on a new role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for a new food chain venture. | View this post on Instagram | "My business failed, not me," she said in a video clip showing her standing with a team in front of the new food outlet, laughing and celebrating the occasion. | Khattak also addressed critics who doubted her because of the controversies surrounding her previous business vent…
(2026-06-14). As U.S. turns 250, two-thirds of Americans lose faith in the American Dream. ecns.cn "As long as you work hard, you can live a good life." For generations, this belief drove Americans to work, save and strive. Yet as the United States prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of its independence, that national promise is facing a severe test.
(2026-06-14). World's longest high-altitude permafrost railway bridge marks 20 years of stable operation. ecns.cn Located in the Sanjiangyuan National Park, northwest China's Qinghai province, the bridge sits at an average elevation of 4,620 meters above sea level. Stretching 11.7 kilometers and supported by 1,365 piers, it is the longest bridge on the Qinghai-Xizang Railway and the world's longest railway bridge built on permafrost in a plateau region.
(2026-06-14). Hundreds Participate in Stevens Point Pride 2026 (Photos). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-06-14). Bilal Saeed and Aima Baig perform 'Barri', recall Momina Mustehsan's absence. tribune.com.pk 
Singers Bilal Saeed and Aima Baig shared the stage for a special performance of Baari during Saeed's ongoing Misunderstood tour. Saeed, who kicked off his first-ever solo tour on June 12, invited Baig on stage to perform the track which he originally sings with Momina Mustehsan. | View this post on Instagram | Saeed and Baig's rendition of Baari was met with an enthusiastic response from the audience and quickly gained attention online. | Baig later took to her Instagram to share a clip from the performance, writing, "Reminiscing our very own," and tagging Mustehsan. The gesture resonated with fans who fondly…
(2026-06-14). New Threat to Netanyahu: The Collapse of Western Support. juancole.com ( At any other time, the US would have seen this as an unacceptable act of war requiring a very strong reaction. But where Donald Trump's unpredictable social media output would usually have breathed hellfire and damnation, this time it talked a proportionate respons…
(2026-06-14). China sanctions Philippine defense secretary, family. ecns.cn China announced on Thursday sanctions on Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr and his family due to his repeated irresponsible remarks on China.
(2026-06-14). Wall Street Record Highs Rest on AI Bets, Paper Wealth, and War. orinocotribune.com By Gary Wilson — Jun 9, 2026 | Wall Street hit a new peak at the start of June. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs on June 2, after all three major indexes set records together the day before. Wall Street called it good news. For workers, it is a warning. | One warning sign shows how far stock prices have run ahead of profits. In early June, stocks were selling for about 40 times average corporate earnings over the previous decade. In 155 years, that measure has been clearly higher only at the peak of the dot-com bubble in 1999, just before the crash erased trillions in paper wealth. | Who owns th…
(2026-06-14). Four killed after firing over land dispute in K-P's Domel. tribune.com.pk 
Four people were killed in a firing incident in the Odeen Kalla area of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's (K-P) Domel late Saturday night after a land dispute turned violent. | According to Rescue 1122, the victims sustained critical injuries in the incident and were immediately shifted to RHC (Rural Health Centre) Domel. Doctors later confirmed their deaths upon arrival. | The injured were taken to RHC and from there referred to DHQ Hospital. Four victims were admitted to RHC. They were then brought to RHC for further medical treatment. | Rescue 1122 said that the shooting claimed the lives of a father and his two sons, a…
(2026-06-14). BNU launches Pakistan's first documented drug free campus framework. tribune.com.pk 
Beaconhouse National University (BNU) unveiled two manuals designed to address substance abuse and mental health challenges among university students, becoming the country's first educational institution to formally document and share an institutional framework aimed at building a drug-free and psychologically supportive campus. | The manuals titled "From Risk to Resilience: BNU Substance Use Control Program" and "Campus Care: A Guide to Psychological First Aid," were launched at a ceremony attended by Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, Provincial Minister for School and Higher Education Rana Sikandar…
(2026-06-14). Vinicius earns Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup opener. newarab.com 
Brazil are chasing a record sixth World Cup title, 24…
(2026-06-14). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-06-14). World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from Brazil-Morocco group match. aljazeera.com Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant goal to dig Brazil out of trouble after Ismael Saibari had put Morocco ahead.
(2026-06-14). Qatar earns first ever World Cup point. aljazeera.com Qatar has earned its first-ever FIFA World Cup point in dramatic fashion against Switzerland.
(2026-06-14). Are You an Internationalist? juancole.com Tiffin, Ohio (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Odds are good that no one has ever asked if you are an internationalist, but your answer to that question reveals much about your orientation to your fellow human beings around the globe. It is worth your time to give it some thought. | To assist you we will briefly describe what internationalism is, its origins, how those who believe in it operate in the modern world, and its opponents. | It is a simple concept, and refers to the belief that all humans are of equal worth, and deserving equal rights politically and before the law. In addition, all nation-…
(2026-06-14). PGW is considering two pathways to lower its carbon footprint: full electrification and a 'hybrid' that includes gas. 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?
| Philadelphia Gas Works is considering two ways to further reduce its carbon emissions. One option would seek to electrify the entire system that now runs on natural gas, including heating and cooking. The other would utilize a "hybrid" approach that would c…
(2026-06-14). Saturday 6/13: Free virtual screening of the film "Forced to Land" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nf-s……
(2026-06-14). Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farm. indybay.org Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farms…
(2026-06-14). Friday 6/12: Land: the only real frontier . . . a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-06-14). China highlights major strides in disability rights. ecns.cn China has made significant progress in developing disability-related programs, a representative of the China Disabled Persons' Federation said on Wednesday.
(2026-06-14). Portugal to honour Jota with special wristbands at World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Portugal's World Cup squad will wear commemorative wristbands in tribute to late former teammate Diogo Jota, midfielder Vitinha said on Saturday, as they prepare to open their Group K campaign against DR Congo next week. | The wristbands, a gift from Prime Minister Luis Montenegro, carry the names of all squad members alongside that of former Portugal forward Jota, who died with his brother in a car crash in northwestern Spain last year. | Jota earned 49 caps and scored 14 goals for his country, and his absence has been felt deeply by his Portugal teammates. | "Basically, the story of the wristband &sbqu…
(2026-06-14). Kane hails England preparation. tribune.com.pk 
Harry Kane said England had enjoyed "great preparation" ahead of their World Cup campaign as the squad touched down in Kansas City ⚪ their base camp for the tournament. | Thomas Tuchel's men arrived in the Midwest on Saturday following a camp in Florida, where they played two friendly matches, against New Zealand and Costa Rica, winning both. | They are one of the favourites to win the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States after coming close to winning silverware at recent major tournaments. | England captain Kane said preparation for their opening match against Croatia next Wednesday in Arlington…
(2026-06-14). Haiti fans in the streets, Scotland faithful in kilts. aljazeera.com It's expected to be a spicy encounter: Haiti supporters and Scotland's Tartan Army celebrate World Cup matchup.
(2026-06-14). Dar discusses regional developments with Turkish, Egyptian counterparts: MoFA. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held separate telephone conversations on Saturday night with the foreign ministers of Türkiye and Egypt, discussing the evolving regional situation and recent progress towards an understanding between the United States and Iran, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). | In a post on X, MoFA said during his conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Dar exchanged views on regional developments and welcomed the encouraging progress towards an understanding between the US and Iran. | They expressed hope that the positive developme…
(2026-06-14). Hong Kong's domestic helpers need safe places to work and play. scmp.com Two big issues are bubbling up over Hong Kong's army of foreign domestic helpers. The whole community will have to sit down and decide how to address them. The first is the availability of places for helpers to congregate safely and freely on their days off without putting too much stress on public facilities, other residents and tourists. The second is figuring out how to provide an acceptable working environment inside the home during hot summer months. | Two underlying trends are adding to the…
(2026-06-14). Exploring Mexico City's spectacular opening ceremony of FIFA World Cup 2026. ecns.cn As the host of the opening match, Mexico held the first in a trio of opening ceremonies that will continue across Canada and the United States.
(2026-06-14). Beyond the romantic necrophiliac's chit chat activities. indybay.org The Sick Twisted World Of Necrophilia:…
(2026-06-14). Smiles all around as Morocco, Brazil share spoils and Knicks make history. aljazeera.com World Cup opener ends in a draw for Morocco and Brazil as local fans celebrate New York Knicks' basketball triumph.
(2026-06-14). Mohammad Marandi: Iran Didn't Lose the War—It Changed the Middle East Interview With Chris Hedges. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer As reports emerge that Washington and Tehran may be nearing a framework agreement to halt the devastating Iran war, fundamental questions remain unresolved: Has the conflict truly ended, or is the region entering a new and more dangerous phase of instability? In this wide-ranging conversation, journalist Chris Hedges speaks with Iranian …
(2026-06-14). America250 versus Freedom 250: What to know about the US semiquincentennial. aljazeera.com The celebrations to mark the US's 250th anniversary have been overshadowed by questions about Trump's influence.
(2026-06-14). UFC fight, military flyover, fireworks: inside Trump's US$60 million 80th birthday bash. scmp.com Donald Trump celebrates his 80th birthday in a typically forceful style on Sunday, as the oldest US president ever to take office holds a bloody cage match on the White House lawn. | The unprecedented "UFC Freedom 250" event will see 14 Ultimate Fighting Championship stars beat each other to a pulp in a giant arena called The Claw.
(2026-06-14). Security considerations regarding the 2026 Russian elections. strategic-culture.su Western liberal regimes will attempt to sabotage the country. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | In September, Russian citizens w…
(2026-06-14). Comicomment: Tears of child labor beneath the U.S. 'human rights table'. ecns.cn Promoting and safeguarding the rights of children is a shared responsibility of the international community and a vital component of the global human rights agenda. Children represent the future and hope of humanity.
(2026-06-14). Why is the Financial Times Encouraging Parents to Make Their Children Anxious About Climate Change? wattsupwiththat.com It's not climate change that is the primary threat to the mental health and intellectual formation of young people in Britain and the West. It is the relentless, one-sided, empirically dishonest amplification of worst-case scenarios by institutions — newspapers, broadcasters, schools, government agencies — that ought to know better and once did.
(2026-06-14). Sunday 6/14: March! No ICE Detention Camps in Gilroy! indybay.org Meet at 7500 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy. We will walk to 7240 Holsclaw Rd (NEW ICE FACILITY IN GILORY)…
(2026-06-14). Costs, careers and choice: Why Indians are having fewer children. aljazeera.com India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has dropped to 1.9 children per woman – lower than the benchmark level of 2.1.
(2026-06-14). Saturday 6/20: Film Showing: The Seed of the Sacred Fig, directed by Mohammad Rasoulof. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-06-14). Vinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup. aljazeera.com Vinicius Jr individual effort lift Brazil's struggle in team's 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.
(2026-06-14). Wednesday 6/17: Pesticides News Conference at Headquarters. indybay.org Driscoll's Headquaters | 345 West Ridge | Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2026-06-14). Wednesday 7/15: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-06-14). Romanian president picks Liberal former mayor as PM to form new government. aljazeera.com Adrian Vestea nominated as prime minister after previous choice, Eugen Tomac, withdraws.
(2026-06-13). Motorcycles from Chongqing gain momentum in overseas markets. ecns.cn Chongqing Yuantai Motorcycle Industry Co., Ltd., in Beibei District, was established at the end of 2024 and went from groundbreaking to trial production in just seven months. The company's products have been gaining momentum in overseas markets.
(2026-06-14). The Filton Four, Terrorism Laws and the Fight Over Jury Justice. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer The sentencing of the so-called "Filton Four" has become a flashpoint in a much larger debate about protest, direct action, terrorism legislation, and the role of juries in the British legal system. The case marks the first time that "criminal damage" convictions in the UK have been classified as terrorism. Supporters of the …
(2026-06-14). Death toll from Philippine quake rises to 55, search continues for 38 missing. ecns.cn At least 55 people were killed, 38 missing and 1,120 injured after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the southern coast of Mindanao, the Philippines, on Monday, said the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Friday.
(2026-06-14). Thursday 6/18: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-06-14). Saturday 6/20: Gay Shame 25th Anniversary Zines & More. indybay.org valencia st @ cunningham pl | san francisco | (south of 19th st)…
(2026-06-14). World Cup Day 4: Netherlands vs Japan, Curacao debut, prediction, schedule. aljazeera.com The Netherlands face Japan in a must-watch game as World Cup Day 4 brings predictions, key fixtures and other headlines.
(2026-06-14). FIFA World Cup boosts interest in China's Jiangsu soccer league, survey shows. ecns.cn Nearly 70 percent of foreign residents surveyed in East Chinas Jiangsu province say this month's FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico has made them more interested in following the provinces local soccer league.
(2026-06-14). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-06-14). Shouldering cement for a living, Hunan mother sends daughter to gaokao. ecns.cn In a scene that recently resonated with many on the internet, a mother tightly embraced her daughter after she completed her gaokao, or national college entrance exam, outside a school in Qidong county of Hengyang, Hunan province.
(2026-06-14). Will The World Cup Fuel Arrests Of Homeless People In Atlanta? popularresistance.org Atlanta promises a welcoming World Cup for everyone. But just days before kickoff, homeless advocates worry the city lacks the safety net needed to keep unhoused residents from being displaced or jailed amid the influx of hundreds of thousands of visitors. | The concern is not just that Atlanta lacks enough units to house everyone. (That's typical of a major city grappling with mounting homelessness.) The greater fear is that Atlanta's alternatives to arrest — outreach, shelter access, and pre-arrest diversion — are so strained that the city cannot absorb the pressures of a global event.
(2026-06-14). SpaceX to debut on Nasdaq at $1.77t valuation. ecns.cn Space Exploration Technologies Corp, known as SpaceX, has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $135 per share and raised $75 billion through the sale of about 555.56 million shares, U.S. media reported Thursday.
(2026-06-14). Madison, June 20, 2026: Building Unity's Juneteenth Potluck for People, Peace Planet. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-06-14). China announces sanctions against Philippine defense secretary, his relatives. ecns.cn A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced sanctions against Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and his relatives on Thursday.
(2026-06-14). World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-06-14). New U.S. tariff proposal draws criticism. ecns.cn The U.S. proposal to impose new tariffs on dozens of trading partners over alleged forced labor concerns has drawn criticism from experts in Canada, Europe and the United States, who argue the move is aimed at preserving Washington's broader tariff agenda after earlier measures faced legal setbacks.
(2026-06-14). Tarar claims Rs800b total revenue recovery, calls budget a 'relief' measure. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Sunday defended the federal budget in the National Assembly, claiming enforcement measures had generated Rs800 billion in total revenue recovery and describing it as a "relief budget" marking the beginning of economic growth and stability. | Tarar, responding to remarks made by opposition members during the budget debate, said "very good suggestions were received." Regarding the budget, he stated it had received global recognition. "The whole world, the media, opinion makers and economists are appreciating it," he said, urging the opposition to "at least not undermine Pa…
(2026-06-14). No demolition planned for historic Ewing Hall, says Lahore heritage board. tribune.com.pk 
Amid an ongoing controversy over the repossession of the historic Ewing Hall in Anarkali in favour of the Punjab government, the Lahore Heritage Area Revival Board (LHAR) on Sunday clarified that there were no plans to demolish the building and that the heritage structure would be preserved and restored in its original form. | Concerns were raised by alumni of Forman Christian College, members of the Christian community, and civil society groups following the decision to reclaim Ewing Hall. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) also voiced reservations, calling for transparent consultations regarding…
(2026-06-14). Bilawal Bhutto urges AJK protesters to end demonstrations peacefully. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Sunday appealed directly to protesters in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), urging them to end their demonstrations peacefully and bring their protest activities to a "peaceful conclusion". | In a press release, Bilawal said the "imminent signing of the Islamabad accord marks a historic moment, adding that at a time when international spotlight is firmly on Pakistan, the ongoing unrest in AJK is damaging both the Kashmiri cause and Pakistan's reputation". | Tensions have been rising in AJK following recent deadly clashes that have led to competing nar…
(2026-06-14). Fond du Lac, WI, June 20, 2026: Juneteenth Celebration! wibailoutpeople.org 
Ebony Vision Updated Our annual Juneteenth Celebration is a vibrant gathering rooted in culture, connection, and community. From curated vendors to intentional programming, every detail is designed to create a meaningful experience that honors the significance of Juneteenth while bringing people together. Come celebrate Black culture and excellence at Buttermilk Creek Park in Fond du …
(2026-06-14). Xi's visit to DPRK: Issues on the agenda and socialisms on respective paths. unitedworldint.com 
Interview with Hakkƒ± Erman Ergincan, Chairman of Türkiye-Korea Friendship Association Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Democratic People's Republic of Korea on June 8-9. This visit was for the first time in seven years. Hakkƒ± Erman Ergincan, Chairman of Türkiye-Korea Friendship Association, answered our question in an interview regarding Xi's visit and the relations between the …
(2026-06-14). Portland Rally Demands End To Fleet Week And Glorification Of War. popularresistance.org Portland, OR — For Fleet Week 2026, the U.S. Navy brought some of its shiniest and most lethal warships into the Willamette River and docked them on Portland's shores right in front of the annual city fair, called the Rose Festival. | Hundreds gathered down at the port on June 6 in the rain, not to welcome the fleet, but to, again, call out the normalization of war, violence, and predatory military recruitment practices. The crowd would chant "Constant lies and endless war" in response. Fleet Week brings over 700 sailors with them to swarm the city and set up recruitment tents to talk to Rose Festival atten…
(2026-06-14). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-06-14). Labubu makes appearance at World Cup opening ceremony. ecns.cn Labubu, the flagship character from Pop Mart's The Monsters franchise, made a high-profile appearance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, becoming the first Chinese original IP to appear at the tournament's opening event.
(2026-06-14). Sunday 6/14: The Streetside Library. indybay.org in front of ye olde abandoned Half Price Books, | in Downtown Berkeley, | on 2036 Shattuck Avenue.
(2026-06-14). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-06-14). China to celebrate its 'root and soul'. ecns.cn Thousands of celebrators are expected at events nationwide, including exhibitions, symposiums and public education programs, that have been scheduled to immerse the country in an atmosphere of cultural heritage and history to welcome China's annual Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, which falls on Saturday.
(2026-06-14). Sunday 6/14: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Meet at the Lake Anza parking lot (Lake Anza Rd, Berkeley)…
(2026-06-14). Clive Palmer and the cult of Pauline Hanson. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-14). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-14). Juneteenth 2026 Celebrations in Wisconsin (City Listings). wibailoutpeople.org 
Milwaukee area Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and Celebration When: June 19 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Where: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee The 55th annual Juneteenth celebration in Milwaukee is themed "Honoring the Past and Empowering the Future" for 2026. The event includes a Jubilee parade, a Juneteenth pageant and a street festival. There will …
(2026-06-14). UK court to rule on Palestine Action 'terrorist' label: What we know. aljazeera.com Court of Appeal to rule whether government's proscription of action group was unlawful.
(2026-06-14). Monday 6/15: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-06-14). Soup Street – An Interview with Food Not Bombs co-founder Keith McHenry. indybay.org Audio interview with Keith McHenry, co-founder in 1980 of Food Not Bombs. His newly published memoir is titled "Soup Street" and the local book opening is in Santa Cruz, California on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6PM at London Nelson Community Center in room 3.
(2026-06-14). The Beautiful Game Can't Hide The Ugly. popularresistance.org "Football is the only sport where you put people together, it doesn't matter if you are rich, or poor, or black, or white. It is one nation. This is the beauty of football." – Pele' | This week the United States, along with Canada and Mexico, will host the first matches of the 2026 World Cup (Copa Mundial). The U.S. acting as one of the tournament's hosts has been met with a mix of concern and outrage. For instance, earlier this year when President Trump insisted that the nation of Greenland should be annexed as a U.S. territory, members of the German soccer federation's executive committee suggested a boycott of…
(2026-06-14). South Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 30 years in prison over general treason. ecns.cn South Korea's former president Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to 30 years in prison for general treason linked to the infiltration of drones into the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), according to local media on Friday.
(2026-06-14). John Mearsheimer Sergey Karaganov: Nuclear Strike on Europe to Restore Deterrence. scheerpost.com The following discussion features political scientist John Mearsheimer and longtime Russian strategist Sergey Karaganov in a conversation hosted by Glenn Diesen on one of the most alarming questions facing the world today: whether the war in Ukraine and the escalating confrontation between NATO and Russia could ultimately lead to the use of nuclear weapons. What …
(2026-06-14). China enhances organ transport efficiency. ecns.cn China's streamlined transport channel for delivering lifesaving donated organs has significantly improved the efficiency and availability of transplant organs over the past decade, while public awareness on organ donation has also grown steadily, authorities and experts said on Thursday.
(2026-06-14). 5.3-million-year-old whale graveyard hotspot found in Indian Ocean. ecns.cn Scientists have discovered the worlds deepest and largest collection of whale remains on the ocean floor, a site they call a"whale necropolis.".
(2026-06-14). America's Energy Future Is Being Decided in Obscure Utility Commission Races. wattsupwiththat.com Republicans, business leaders, and ratepayers should start paying attention. The decisions made by these commissions will shape the affordability, reliability, resilience, and economic competitiveness of the American economy for decades to come.
(2026-06-14). Iftikhar Thakur links diabetes to envy, warns negative emotions can cause health problems. tribune.com.pk 
Comedian and actor Iftikhar Thakur claimed that diabetes is caused by envy and jealousy, making the assertion during a recent podcast appearance. | "I feel that when people say their daughters tell them the reason they have high sugar is because of tension, it is actually due to jealousy and envy," he said. The comedian added, "A person could look nice and we would wish bad upon them, and another could be successful and we would want them dead. But rather, why do we not ask God that if you made this person so beautiful and successful, could you do that for me too?" | Thakur suggested that such negative emotion…
(2026-06-14). Painters and Dockers at Docklands. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-14). After battling armed attacks, Mauritania attempts to revive tourism. aljazeera.com Armed groups linked to al-Qaeda began attacks in the mid-2000s, but several security measures have halted them.
(2026-06-14). The soil: our next economic frontier. tribune.com.pk 
Beneath the rugged plains of Balochistan lies a 'sleeping giant'—an incredible belt of gold and copper reserves estimated at $8 trillion. Yet, for decades, this immense wealth has remained buried, not by geological mystery, but by the weight of systemic instability. From policy U-turns and political infighting to international legal battles, the story of Pakistan's mineral sector is a cautionary tale of how vested interests and inconsistency can paralyze a nation's path to economic recovery. | The tussle between federal and provincial governments is another factor that has derailed efforts to tap the pot…
(2026-06-14). Switzerland votes on proposal to cap population at 10 million. geo.tv 
People walk under the Christmas illuminations on the Bahnhofstrasse shopping stree in Zurich, Switzerland. November 25, 2021.— Reuters/FileSwitzerland voted on Sunday on whether to back a proposal to cap the country's population in a referendum likened to Britain's Brexit vote,…
(2026-06-14). New York Knicks Win First NBA Championship In 53 Years. newsone.com 
Source: Gregory Shamus / Getty | On Saturday night, the New York Knicks pulled off an amazing win in Texas to claim the 2026 NBA Finals championship over the Western Conference champions, the San Antonio Spurs, in a game that at times seemed like it would go the other way. | Whatever Jalen Brunson wants, Jalen Brunson should get, because he carried the Knicks on his back for the entire game, especially in the second half, where it really mattered. | The 29-year-old point guard, who is in his 8th season with the NBA and 4th season with the Knicks, scored 45 of the team's 94 points, leading them back from a 16-p…
(2026-06-14). 'Curacao can shock Germany on World Cup debut'. tribune.com.pk 
Curacao coach Dick Advocaat believes the tiny Caribbean island can "steal some points" from four-time winners Germany on their tournament debut on Sunday. | The 78-year-old Dutchman will also become the oldest coach in World Cup history and will take charge of a third different nation at a World Cup after the Netherlands and South Korea. | Despite his vast experience in both the club and international game, Advocaat said the team spirit that has carried a nation of just 160,000 to the World Cup is the best he has seen. | "The team spirit in this team is something I've never seen before. As a country we will gi…
(2026-06-14). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-06-14). The World's First Trillionaire Is Not Your Friend, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au ‚ùñ | It's so pathetic watching Elon Musk's groveling bootlickers fall all over themselves on social media to defend their favorite oligarch from criticism as he becomes the They're like "Don't be mean to the trillionaire, just become a trillionaire yourself! All you need is luck, connections, wealthy pare…
(2026-06-14). Sunday 6/14: End This Corrupt, Brutal, and Chaotic Regime. indybay.org Tam Junction, 150 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley…
(2026-06-14). Japan coach sorry for 'hurt' Endo. tribune.com.pk 
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu on Saturday described WataruEndo as "hurt" and apologised after torpedoing the captain's World Cup dreams on the eve of the tournament. | The Liverpool midfielder abruptly announced on Thursday that his international career was over, having failed to recover from injury ahead of Japan's opening match of the tournament against the Netherlands in Dallas on Sunday. | Moriyasu, who has said his goal is to take Japan to World Cup glory in North America, said it had been his call that the 33-year-old should not be involved following a foot injury. | Endo made his Japan debut in 2015 and r…
(2026-06-14). 'Lion of Mesopotamia': How Aymen Hussein beat tragedy to reach World Cup. aljazeera.com Iraq's 'most expensive footballer', striker who scored Iraq's qualifying goal against Bolivia, retraces his journey.
(2026-06-14). Tuesday 6/16: Why Juneteenth Still Isn't a Holiday in the City of Sacramento. indybay.org Sacramento City Hall…
(2026-06-14). When governments stop listening, societies start burning. strategic-culture.su By Paul BIRCH | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The litany of gross injustices keeps growing, but the elites care more about how we…
(2026-06-14). Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 to mark a winning return to the World Cup. aljazeera.com John McGinn's deflected goal gives the Scots a World Cup win for the first time since 1990.
(2026-06-14). Nameer Khan shares scary flight experience, reflects on fragility of life. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Nameer Khan opened up about a frightening flight experience, using the incident to emphasise the importance of cherishing loved ones and reflecting on how quickly life can change. | Best known for his performances in the popular drama serials Aik Aur Pakeezah and Qarz-e-Jaan, Khan has earned praise for his acting skills and continues to enjoy a growing fan following. | Taking to his Instagram story, he shared an emotional message with his followers after enduring a turbulent journey that left him shaken. | View this post on Instagram | Reflecting on the ordeal, he wrote, "Yesterday's flight reminded me h…
(2026-06-14). Iran face New Zealand in politically charged Los Angeles opener. newarab.com 
Iran open their World Cup Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on Monday in a match shaped as much by events off the pitch as by the ambitions of two teams seeking a long-awaited breakthrough. | The fixture will be played against the backdrop of the Iran's participation had appeared uncertain in the buildup to the tournament because of the conflict…
(2026-06-14). Why is the Democratic Party Leadership Opposing the Vital, Direct and Collateral Benefits of an Impeachment Drive? progressivehub.net RALPH NADER | NADER.ORG…
(2026-06-14). Morality, responsibility, and immigration. strategic-culture.su Imagine my wife and me coming to the realization we just can't give our kids the safe, happy life in America all children deserve as a human right. The health care is lousy and expensive. The neighborhood school is full of drugs and gangs, and the kids don't learn much there anyway. What can we do?>
(2026-06-14). Did an Israeli Firm Meddle in NYC, European Elections? juancole.com By Shireen Akram-Boshar | This article was originally published by The smear campaigns reportedly targeted left-wing and pro-Palestine candidates in Scotland, New York, and France. | An Israeli firm is suspected of On Thursday, Fran…
(2026-06-14). Eugene Doyle: Why I'll be marching for global peace on June 20. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle Anti-War Aotearoa and Greenpeace are calling on Kiwis to join the March for Peace on June 20 in Auckland. I will be marching. I will be marching for many of the same reasons that compelled me to march against the Vietnam war in 1973 as a 12-year old — opposition to…
(2026-06-14). Yemen's 'Spider-Man' climber dies after fall into volcanic crater. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-06-14). Stung by climate change, K-P's beekeepers struggle. tribune.com.pk 
For Wali Badshah, 45, a beekeeper in Kohat, the changing seasons no longer signal a time of harvest, but a season of loss. Over the past decade, the nectar-rich landscapes of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) have been transformed by rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns, leaving beekeepers struggling to maintain the delicate colonies that once defined the region's honey industry. As climate change, deforestation, and pesticide use converge, the traditional honey trade—a vital lifeline for millions of workers in the province—faces an existential threat that is hitting both local livelihoods and…
(2026-06-14). Humanoid robots enter mass market. ecns.cn As leading Chinese humanoid robot makers unveil increasingly affordable models, advances in manufacturing, supply chain localization and growing production volumes are pushing the sector into a new phase of commercial adoption.
(2026-06-14). Comicomment ‰∏®Beneath the U.S. 'human rights table': The tears of child labor. ecns.cn Today, child labor remains a troubling reality in the United States, where cases of illegal child employment continue to surface with alarming frequency. Children represent the future and hope of humanity. They deserve protection, education, and opportunity—not exploitation.
(2026-06-14). Qatar: New Efforts to Deport Baha'i Leaders. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The Ministry of Interior Office in Doha, Qatar, May 5, 2021. | © 2021 Shutterstock | (Beirut) — The Qatari authorities since March 2026 have ordered at least four people with roles in key institutions of the minority Baha'i religion to leave the country, Human Rights Watch said today, based on information from informed sources. The four were ordered to leave without due process and with no legal pathway to challenge the orders.The people ordered to leave, who have lived in Qatar for decades and have families there, risk deportation in violation of their right to family life.
(2026-06-14). Knicks clinch first NBA title in 53 years, as Brunson shines against Spurs. aljazeera.com The New York Knicks ended their championship drought on Saturday, winning the best-of-seven NBA Finals series 4-1.
(2026-06-14). K-P juniors capture seven medals at National Tennis Championship. tribune.com.pk 
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa junior tennis team delivered a remarkable performance at the National Junior Tennis Championship held in Sahiwal from June 2 to 7, winning a total of seven medals and establishing itself among the tournament's top-performing contingents. | The K-P side secured three gold medals and four silver medals during the week-long event, reflecting the province's growing strength in junior tennis and the success of efforts aimed at developing young sporting talent. | Among the standout performers was 11-year-old M Faizan Afridi, who claimed one gold and one silver medal through a series of impress…
(2026-06-14). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-06-14). Paying Who? IBT Election Officer Rules IBT SOB Illegally Taking Employer $ For Union. indybay.org The national election supervisor of the Teamsters has ruled that the president Sean O'Brien has improperly taken employer funds for his pod cast Better Bad Ideas and attacking candidates from the Fearless slate. According to IBT International Vice President John Palmer SOB continues to ignore the decision of the election supervisor.
(2026-06-14). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-06-13). Daihu Lake: Ecological restoration revives a mountain jewel. ecns.cn Overseas Chinese media and community leaders visited Daihu Lake in Beibei District, Chongqing, on Friday as part of a joint tour highlighting the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle.
(2026-06-14). Wednesday 7/8: Webinar: A Conversation with the First Apartheid-Free University. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-06-14). UK economy contracts 0.1% in April. ecns.cn Britains economy contracted in April, with gross domestic product falling 0.1% after growing 0.3% in March, according to a statement released by the Office for National Statistics.
(2026-06-14). Cape Town becomes first African World Marathon Major. ecns.cn A group of runners pass the iconic Muizenberg railway station, which dates back to the late 1800s, during the 62nd Balwin Run Series Peninsula Marathon in Cape Town, South Africa, February 15, 2026./CFP.The next edition of the Cape Town Marathon will take place on May 23, 2027.
(2026-06-14). Too Much Wind and Too Much Sun. wattsupwiththat.com We are taking unprecedented risks with our electricity system, because those in charge of energy policy have no conception of how it works.
(2026-06-14). Friday 6/19: Swing in Union Square / Featuring the Silver Bell Jazz Band. indybay.org Union Square, San Francisco…
(2026-06-14). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). The big business of the World Cup. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-14). Switzerland votes on right-wing bid to cap country's population. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-14). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). The World Cup cicada: India's rare insect on a four-year clock. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-14). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). ICRC, Xinhua News Agency and Fudan University host Content Creators Forum on humanitarian storytelling and empathy. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Mali: ICRC steps up support to people affected by armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). ICRC and Asian Development Bank formalize their first institutional partnership. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Frequently asked questions: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the military domain. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Sudan: ICRC RED aircraft makes first Port Sudan—Khartoum flight since war began. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Red Cross volunteers at the heart of the response in Bunia. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Jordan: The Essay Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Death toll rises to 55 in Philippines quake. ecns.cn
(2026-06-14). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement expresses concern over attack on Red Cross volunteers in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). Chris Silvera: A life on the front line of class struggle. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-14). ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…
(2026-06-14). Argentina: Indio Solari y movimiento de masas… indybay.org Movimiento de masas y modelo socio-político. Breve especulación sobre los "Redondos" y "el Indio"
(2026-06-14). LLamamiento a boicotear el Mundial de Futbol en EEUU. indybay.org
(2026-06-14). Colombia: entre el acenso y retoma del gobierno de la ultraderecha y la continuidad y consolidación del progresismo. strategic-culture.su
(2026-06-14). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-14). How The Military-Industrial Complex Built The First Trillionaire. popularresistance.org On June 12, Wall Street did not discover that Elon Musk had created a trillion dollars in wealth. It marked up a paper claim on rockets, satellites, military contracts, public research and the future labor of thousands of workers — and assigned that claim to one man. | That is how the first trillionaire was made. | The financial press called it genius. The record shows something else. The military-industrial complex took a company that private capital would not carry on its own, rescued it with government money, fed it with guaranteed contracts and protected it as a monopoly because the Pentagon needed it.
(2026-06-14). France's Mbappe turns to favourite stage at World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Kylian Mbappe heads into France's World Cup opener against Senegal on Tuesday with questions swirling around him after a season that has left the country's biggest football star under immense pressure. | The France captain drew a blank in warm-up games against Ivory Coast and Northern Ireland and ended the season at Real Madrid without a trophy, despite finishing as La Liga's top scorer. | His performances, leadership and behaviour away from the pitch have become regular talking points after Real Madrid fell short in both the Champions League and the domestic title race. | Mbappe has also come under fire…
(2026-06-13). Deputy President to deliver eulogy at King Makhosonke II funeral. sanews.gov.za Deputy President to deliver eulogy at King Makhosonke II funeral | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver the eulogy at the Special Official Funeral service of the late His Majesty King Makhosonke II, King of the amaNdebele nation, on Sunday, 14 June. | The funeral service will be held at the Solomon Mahlangu Stadium in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga. | His Majesty King Makhosonke II passed away on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, at the age of 65 after reigning for 40 years. | "King Makhosonke II was a symbolic leader who, through his reign, led communities with humanity and honour. The late King was dedicated to the empower…
(2026-06-13). OFSS Inter 3rd Selection List 2026 Out, Confirm Admission Before June 14. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released 2026 OFSS Inter Third Selection List or Merit List of students, who have applied for admission in Class 11 (Intermediate) through Online Facilitation System For Students for the year 2026-28, website www.ofssbihar.info.
(2026-06-13). Democrats counter Trump's White House UFC spectacle with nationalist "No Kings" concert. wsws.org The June 14 No Kings event aims to dissipate mass opposition to Trump by subordinating workers and youth to the Democratic Party and American nationalism.
(2026-06-13). In the steel cage: Understanding that UFC is Trump's happy place. responsiblestatecraft.org There's a lot of America happening this weekend. For good or ill.Sunday June 14 is Flag Day, commemorating the adoption of the Stars and Stripes
(2026-06-13). Pakistan to face India in ICC Women's T20 World Cup opener. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan will open their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against arch-rivals India on Sunday, 14 June at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham. | The 10th edition of the tournament, hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board from 12 June to 5 July, marks the biggest Women's T20 World Cup in history, with the field expanding from 10 to 12 teams. | A total of 33 matches will be played across seven venues, with the final scheduled for the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London on 5 July. | Pakistan have been placed in Group 1 alongside record six-time champions Australia, India, South Africa, Bang…
(2026-06-13). Manitowoc, WI June 14, 2026: No Kings Protest! Money for People's Needs Now! wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-13). Le sanzioni boomerang e la nuova autonomia della Russia. strategic-culture.su