(2026-09-08). Could Europe's Gas Crisis Leave Lasting Scars on Its Economy? moderndiplomacy.eu Europe is heading toward another difficult winter for its energy system, but this time the problem comes at a particularly sensitive moment. European natural gas prices have more than doubled over the past year, driven by disruptions linked to the Iran war and the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Benchmark European gas prices …
(2026-09-08). UAE says its energy exports will not be by Iran war. al-monitor.com DUBAI, Sept 7 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates is building alternative routes for its energy exports and trade to ensure they are not "held hostage" by the ongoing war between the U.S. and Iran, UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said on Monday.The conflict has had a significant impact on Gulf Arab states, including the UAE, after Tehran fired missiles at the country and attacked its oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz."Our energy exports will not be held hostage, nor will our trade and economic activity," Gargash told the Hili Forum in Abu Dhabi.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-06). Israel's destruction of Gaza sewage system backfires, triggering water crisis for regime
Israel destruction of Gaza's sewage system has contributed to an enormous algal bloom that has disrupted Israel's own desalination network, forcing five of its six plants offline.
The five desalination plants, which provide more than 80 percent of regime's drinking water, were shut down after microscopic algae clogged their intake systems, forcing authorities to impose restrictions on water use,
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-05). US Envoy Calls Settler Attacks Terrorism as Settlers Raid Town during His Visit
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee called settler attacks against Palestinians terrorism during a West Bank visit, as settlers reportedly entered the town simultaneously.
2026-09-07: Liberal Zionists Are Evil Sh*tbags
In a recent appearance at the Hampton Institute, Hillary Clinton stated that Benjamin Netanyahu's "first and foremost" offense is the damage he has done to Israel and its reputation.
theguardian.com (2026-09-05). Captain calamity: Pete Hegseth under fire for 'inept' leadership of US militaryThe US defense secretary faces internal dissent and discord at the Pentagon, accused of focusing on culture war issues and his own political ambitions as the Iran war drags on
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-05). Ethnic Cleansing: UN Says Israel Displaced 33,000 Palestinians from West Bank
Israeli occupation forces forcibly displaced over 33,000 Palestinians from three West Bank refugee camps, raising concerns of ethnic cleansing, a UN report says.
truthout.org (2026-09-05). Over 50 Groups Urge Congress to Reject US-Israeli Military Integration Plan
Acoalition of over 50 rights groups on Thursday wrote to leaders in Congress to "strongly urge" them to reject not only specific proposals in each chamber's version of the next Pentagon budget, but also "any legislation seeking to intertwine US and Israeli defense or intelligence capabilities."
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-05). US military claims it struck three Iranian oil tankers in Persian Gulf waters
The United States military says its forces struck three Iranian crude oil tankers in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, as tensions remain high between Tehran and Washington.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-06). IRGC strikes 3 US-linked vessels, 3 trespassing oil tankers in retaliation for American attacks
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Navy announces striking three United States-linked vessels and three trespassing oil tankers in retaliation for earlier American attacks on Iranian tankers.
(2026-09-08). Hormuz traffic slows after Iran threatens retaliation for US attacks. al-monitor.com SINGAPORE, Sept 8 (Reuters) – Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed at the start of this week, after Iran threatened on Monday to retaliate for any new U.S. attacks. The number of commodity vessels sailing through the Strait of Hormuz totalled seven on Monday, compared with eight on the previous day, Kpler data showed on Tuesday.Iran had warned that energy infrastructure across the Gulf, including U.S. oil and gas interests, was vulnerable.
(2026-09-08). US F-35B vs China's J-20: Can Trump's stealth 'jump jet' beat Xi Jinping's long-range fighters. hindustantimes.com The U.S. Marine Corps has deployed another squadron of F-35B stealth fighters to Japan, strengthening American airpower in the Pacific as concerns over China's military rise. With its short takeoff and vertical landing capability, the F-35B offers flexible basing, but its shorter combat radius and higher operating costs pose challenges against China's longer-range J-20.
(2026-09-08). Russia backs Iran's inclusion in Makkah defence pact to ensure regional stability. geo.tv Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov attends a press conference with Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Vatican envoy and Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations of the Holy See, following their meeting in Moscow, Russia August 25, 2026. — ReutersLavrov…
(2026-09-08). Saudi-led coalition in Yemen says 73 injured in Houthi attacks on the kingdom. al-monitor.com DUBAI, Sept 8 (Reuters) – At least 73 people were injured in attacks on Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis, the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said on Tuesday, vowing to respond firmly to the latest outbreak of hostilities. The Houthis, who control the most populous parts of Yemen and much of the north, have been launching attacks towards Saudi Arabia since they declared a naval blockade against Riyadh in July, with strikes targeting its vessels in the Red Sea.
(2026-09-08). USA/Israel/Iran: Investigation into US-Israeli strikes on Tehran neighbourhoods reveals devastating civilian harm. commondreams.org Deadly US-Israeli coalition attacks on densely populated areas of Tehran in March 2026, that killed and injured dozens of civilians, must urgently be independently and impartially investigated to determine whether they constitute war crimes, Amnesty International said in a
(2026-09-08). Lebanon says Israel conducts wave of deadly strikes. al-monitor.com Israel conducted a wave of airstrikes in south Lebanon, killing 13 people including women and children, the Lebanese health ministry said on Monday, in an intensification of violence after a weeks-long lull. | Israel's military vowed to continue targeting Hezbollah, accusing the Iran-backed militants of repeated violations of a ceasefire in place since June.
(2026-09-08). Il pericoloso intreccio Stati Uniti-Giappone-Golfo Persico (Parte III). strategic-culture.su Guerra, crisi, aumento senza precedenti del debito pubblico: in che modo i fattori interni ed esterni influenzano l'economia degli Stati Uniti (Parte III) | Segue nostro In conseguenza dell'attacco israelo-statunitense contro l'Iran, i Paesi maggiormente dipendenti dagli approvvigionamenti che transitano attraverso lo Stretto di Hormuz si sono ritrovati dinnanzi alla doppia necessità di attenuare la svalutazione delle rispettive monete n…
(2026-09-08). Iran Threatens Economic Warfare as Houthi Attacks Raise Regional Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran has threatened the United States with what it calls "economic warfare" and warned of further military action as the six month old conflict enters another period of escalation. Tehran says it has used an advanced missile against U.S. warships, while Iran backed Houthi fighters have attacked several Saudi Arabian cities. The developments come only …
(2026-09-08). Is the US Sponsoring Ground Attacks in Iran to Topple the Islamic Regime? thinktank.pk The possibility that the United States could use Iranian armed opposition groups to increase pressure on Tehran has moved from speculation into a serious strategic question. Iran is already facing sustained military, economic and political pressure from Washington and its allies. At the same time, armed groups operating along Iran's western and southeastern borders have …
(2026-09-08). Iran threatens US with new and missiles as Houthis attack Saudi Arabia. al-monitor.com By Enas AlashrayCAIRO, Sept 8 (Reuters) – Iran threatened the United States with "economic warfare" on Tuesday and said it had fired an advanced missile at U.S. warships, underscoring the risks of further escalation in the war only days after both sides traded blows again.
(2026-09-08). Israeli Strikes Wound Journalists in Lebanon and Gaza amid "Ceasefires" juancole.com ( — The Committee to Protect Journalists is alarmed by the recent escalation in Israeli strikes on Gaza and Lebanon, which have injured at least four journalists, including three on Sunday, underscoring the fragility of the ceasefires in both locations. | On September 6, 2026, Lebanese correspondent for the local Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Manar TV Ali Chbib and camera operator Mohammed Barjawi both sustained cuts and bruises on their limbs from flying debris…
(2026-09-08). Lebanon: ICRC facilitates transfer to Lebanon of 5 people detained by Israel. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Wednesday 9/9: Zionism 101 with Dr. Zachary Foster – Dinner & Dialogue: Join In-person or by Zoom. indybay.org In-Person Event Address: | SEIU Local 521 (Training Room) | 2302 Zanker Road | San Jose, CA 95131…
(2026-09-08). Wednesday 9/9: Presentation: Mapping Genocide with American Indian Cultural District. indybay.org San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium | 100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-09-08). Video: Germany says ICJ lacks jurisdiction in Nicaragua genocide case. aljazeera.com Germany is seeking to have Nicaragua's Gaza genocide case thrown out at the International Court of Justice.
(2026-09-08). Monday 9/28: BlackRock Monday Blues Protest – every Monday (10am-1pm). indybay.org BlackRock (SF office) – 400 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94105…
(2026-09-08). Germany Urges ICJ To Dismiss Accusations Of Genocide. popularresistance.org Germany has formally asked the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to dismiss the ongoing legal case brought by Nicaragua, which accuses Berlin of violating the 1948 Genocide Convention by arming and supporting Israel, Reuters reported on 7 September. | The Nicaraguan case accusing Germany of violating the 1948 Genocide Convention builds on the case filed by South Africa in 2023 at the ICJ accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. | German representatives testifying before the ICJ acknowledged that Berlin heavily restricted military exports to Israel between August and November 2025, halting the issuance o…
(2026-09-08). The blockade doesn't punish a government; it punishes the daily lives of an entire people. radiohc.cu The blockade doesn't punish a government; it punishes the daily lives of an entire people. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla denounced before the national and international press the impact of the economic, commercial, and financial embargo on access to fuel, water, medicine, healthcare, and transportation, and emphasized that "it doesn't punish a government; it punishes the daily lives of a people in every aspect." | The economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States government against Cuba constitutes an act of "collective punishment" that directly impacts the daily live…
(2026-09-08). Cuban president calls U.S. blockade a criminal act. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that the most alarming aspect of the US blockade is how these figures reflect "the criminal act to which an entire people is subjected." | In a message on the social network X, the president warned that this year, with the energy embargo and the extraterritorialization of the blockade, the impact of Washington's policy has increased in areas such as energy, health, and education. | "The most alarming aspect of the blockade against #Cuba is not just the figures, that its damages have increased by more than 8 billion dollars in a year and that they have accumulated to more t…
(2026-09-08). Cuba Reports Record $8.08 Billion Annual Damages From US Blockade. orinocotribune.com On Monday, September 7, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez presented the national and international press with the report on the impact of United States sanctions. During his remarks, the minister described the US policy as a "collective punishment" that directly affects the well-being and daily life of the Cuban people in fundamental areas such as …
(2026-09-08). It's been 25 years but the 9/11 mastermind is still awaiting trial. responsiblestatecraft.org This year's anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks should serve as another reminder that the criminal prosecution of the accused plotters remains in limbo. One of the biggest cases in U.S. history, and potentially one of its most consequential, has continued to unfold in something of a vacuum at the U.S. Navy base on Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, against five long-held detainees. Ten additional war-on-terror detainees remain on the base; two of them also have cases in the military commissions, a court system established under President George W. Bush and amended near the start of President Barack Obama'
(2026-09-08). Crisis energética en Cuba: gestiones de ONU. radiohc.cu La Organización de las Naciones Unidas mantiene gestiones activas, aunque aún sin acuerdos públicos concretos, para facilitar el envío de combustible a Cuba con fines humanitarios, en medio de una crisis energética sin precedentes agravada por el bloqueo petrolero impuesto por Estados Unidos desde enero de 2026. | Luego de que la administración Trump firmó las órdenes ejecutivas del 29 de enero y del 1 de mayo de 2026, se establecieron nuevas medidas que restringen las importaciones de petróleo y disuaden a navieras, aseguradoras y bancos de participar en transacciones con la isla. | Este "bloqueo de facto" ha pr…
(2026-09-08). Brad Parscale, la pieza que faltaba. cubadebate.cu Tercera entrega de la investigación sobre la transnacionalización de las operaciones de la derecha. A partir del estudio de 2.925 publicaciones de Facebook entre 2016 y 2026 y los expedientes de la Ley FARA del Departamento de Justicia de Estados Unidos, hemos reconstruido el itinerario del exjefe de campaña de Donald Trump. Brad Parscale pasó comprar anuncios baratos en Facebook a alquilar su infraestructura a la derecha latinoamericana y a un Estado extranjero, con un objetivo nuevo: que los buscadores y los sistemas de inteligencia artificial repitan por defecto una determinada versión del mundo.
(2026-09-08). ONEI: Cuba tendrá 36% de envejecimiento en 2040. radiohc.cu Según las proyecciones de población por provincias presentadas este lunes por la Oficina Nacional de Estadísticas e Información (ONEI), Cuba llegará al 36 por ciento (%) de envejecimiento de su población en 2040. | El estudio prevé, además, que a la vuelta de 15 años la población de la nación caribeña habrá disminuido hasta unos 8,38 millones de habitantes. | Juan Carlos Alfonso Fraga, vice jefe de la ONEI reflexionó: Contar con esta proyección demográfica es estratégico, pues no se pueden implementar las medidas económicas en curso, ni los proyectos de desarrollo, sin conocer la población con la que el país cuent…
(2026-09-08). El Siglo de Fidel: Todavía las botas del Comandante en Jefe resuenan en los pasillos del CIGB (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Científicos del Centro de Ingeniería Genética y Biotecnología (CIGB) evocan la relación de Fidel Castro con la institución, su visión sobre la ciencia al servicio del pueblo y el impulso que dio al desarrollo de la biotecnología cubana. A través de anécdotas y recuerdos, destacan la vigencia de su legado en la investigación, la producción de medicamentos y la formación de nuevas generaciones de científicos.
(2026-09-08). Presidente cubano ratifica confianza en el sistema empresarial estatal del país. radiohc.cu 
øCómo pueden las transformaciones económicas y sociales recientemente aprobadas, cambiar la situación actual de las empresas estatales cubanas? Este tema fue el eje principal del intercambio que sostuvo el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, con directivos y representantes del sector empresarial estatal.
(2026-09-08). Palestine weekly: Israeli ministers push for depopulation of Gaza. aljazeera.com Ethnic cleansing plans move from slogans to policy proposals, amid West Bank demolitions and mounting deaths in Gaza.
(2026-09-08). Digital Freelance Work Is a Lifeline for Gazans. Israel Is Cutting It Off. scheerpost.com By Shahad Ali This article was originally published by Truthout Freelance workers in Gaza contend with devastated infrastructure and incapacitating Israeli restrictions. Before the war on Gaza began in 2023, freelance work had become a lifeline for thousands of Gazans. It was one of the few ways they could connect with the outside world and …
(2026-09-08). Israeli rubble-clearing in Gaza could erase evidence: UN expert. al-monitor.com A UN expert warned Monday that large-scale rubble removal in parts of Gaza under Israeli control risked erasing traces of "atrocity crimes", and preventing the recovery and identification of human remains. | Francesca Albanese, the United Nations special rapporteur on the Palestinian territories, warned in a statement that the implications of Israel's "ongoing removal, crushing and relocation of rubble in Gaza" were "profound".
(2026-09-08). Israeli clearance of Gaza rubble could destroy says UN expert. al-monitor.com By Emma FargeGENEVA, Sept 7 (Reuters) – A U.N. expert said on Monday that Israeli clearance of rubble in Gaza could destroy valuable evidence of "atrocity crimes" and prevent the recovery of human remains.Israel's assault on Gaza — started after the deadly raid into Israel by Hamas in October 2023 — has generated around 61 million tons of wreckage and debris that could take seven years to clear, according to the United Nations.
(2026-09-08). Minnesota: Protest Calls To End State Investments In Palantir. scheerpost.com Roxanne Threlfall, Fight Back! News. Used In Trump's Operation Metro Surge. Minneapolis, MN — August 26, 50 protesters rallied to demand an end to Palantir's catastrophic violence in Gaza and terror campaign here in the United States. The action included three banners on the Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge, which connects Loring Park to the Minneapolis Sculpture …
(2026-09-08). 9/3: China Panda Aid Partners with ƒ∞nsan Sebil Selam to Support Gaza. indybay.org China Panda Aid Partners with ƒ∞nsan Sebil Selam to Support Gaza People through Soup Kitchen Project…
(2026-09-08). Gaza: Thousands of families suffer in uncertainty while their loved ones remain missing. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Cooperation between China, Venezuela should not be interfered by third party: spokesperson. ecns.cn Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday that the cooperation between China and Venezuela is protected by international law and the laws of both countries, unrelated to any third party, and should not be subject to interference by any third party.
(2026-09-08). Trump Official Denies Stealing Venezuela's Oil One Hour After Boasting Country is 'Forced to Work' With US. scheerpost.com Brad Reed Common Dreams US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Sunday denied that the Trump administration was stealing Venezuela's oil just one hour after boasting that the country is being "forced to work" with the United States. During a Sunday morning interview on ABC News, Wright was asked why he trusted interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez, given that she was …
(2026-09-08). Venezuela: Conferencia de Luis Britto Garcia, ´El peor convenio petrolero del mundo ª. indybay.org Venezuela: Conferencia de Luis Britto Garcia, ´El peor convenio petrolero del mundo ª | y entrevista al compañero Mario Silva…
(2026-09-08). PDVSA President: Venezuela-US Oil Deal for 25 Years, Not 100 (+China and Russia). orinocotribune.com Caracas (OrinocoTribune.com)—Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) President Héctor Obregón has provided the most detailed official explanation to date of how Venezuela expects to obtain revenue from its controversial oil agreement with the United States. He estimates that approximately $19 from every barrel sold would accrue to the Venezuelan state based on a variable reference price of …
(2026-09-08). Two Palestinians killed, Israeli stabbed as West Bank settler violence flares. al-monitor.com By Ali SawaftaHAJJA, West Bank, Sept 7 (Reuters) – Violence in the occupied West Bank flared on Monday as Israeli troops shot dead a Palestinian during a village raid by settlers from a nearby outpost and killed another Palestinian who entered an outpost and stabbed a settler, officials said.It was the latest violence involving dozens of Israeli settler outposts across the West Bank, where attacks by militant settlers on Palestinians have drawn international condemnation and a rare order by Israel's leader to dismantle some of them.
(2026-09-08). Donald Sassoon: Changing the Guard. newleftreview.org Two years after an electoral landslide swept him into Number Ten, Keir Starmer has been ousted by his own MPs, as Andrew Burnham becomes the UK's sixth prime minister since Brexit. Analysis of the causes—political, economic, ideological, social—behind Westminster's latest coup.
(2026-09-08). Talk World Radio: Israel's War Machine in the Virginia State Government. worldbeyondwar.org 
This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about the influence of the Israeli government, not just on the U.S. government but on government at the state level here in Virginia, and some of the things that can be done about it. We welcome two guests. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-09-08). Greenland's Icecap Grew This Year. wattsupwiththat.com it is abundantly clear that Greenland's icecap is doing just fine. It is still much larger than it has been for most of the last 10,000 years and, if it is shrinking at all, it is doing so no faster than a century ago.
(2026-09-08). International journalists witness Gyirong mudslide rescue, salute workers. ecns.cn Mud and landslides continue to hinder rescue efforts after a devastating mudslide struck Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Aug. 26.
(2008-09-26). Nabeel Zafar calls for royalty system for actors, cites ongoing reruns of 'Bulbulay'. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Nabeel Zafar in a recent interview discussed one of the entertainment industry's most persistent grievances: the absence of a royalty system for actors, even as their work re-airs for years after it first premiered. | Zafar said the lack of royalties remained one of the industry's most painful gaps. Shows such as his own long-running sitcom Bulbulay were being broadcast multiple times a day across various channels, he noted, yet none of the repeated airtime translated into income for the people who made the show. | "If I were receiving royalties for these broadcasts, my children and I would be well provi…
(2026-09-08). Saudi political analyst says 'No prolonged war with the Houthis'. aljazeera.com Khaled Batarfi, a Saudi political analyst, says the war with the Houthis will not be 'prolonged'.
(2026-09-08). Macklemore defends 'Free Palestine' call after Ed Sheeran concert backlash. aljazeera.com Macklemore is facing backlash from pro-Israel groups after saying 'Free Palestine' while opening for Ed Sheeran.
(2026-09-08). What remains after Nepal's Gen Z protests? Survivors reflect one year later. globalvoices.org Many young people left the September 2025 protests in Nepal with scars — both physical, emotional, and financialGlobal VoicesNepal's Gen Z protests against corruption in Bharatpur, south-central Nepal. Image via Wikipedia by Himal Subedi. CC (2026-09-08). UK, France among 12 states backing sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements. aljazeera.com Britain to ‚Å introduce import ban on goods ‚Å from illegal settlements in occupied West Bank, in coordination with others.
(2026-09-08). AI Giants Work Hand-in-Hand With the Pentagon, Contracts Reveal. theintercept.com 
The acrimonious breakup between Anthropic and the Department of Defense played out largely in public. But despite the high-profile salvos between the artificial intelligence giant and the Pentagon, ostensibly over the ethics of 21st-century warfare and corporate power, their actual falling out hinged on a government contract that has remained hidden away. Through a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit conducted with the help of Legal Advocates for Safe Science and Technology, The Intercept obtained more than 400 pages of documents related to the U.S. military's contracts with Anthropic and its chief competitors.
(2026-09-08). Delegates from multiple countries call for youth to promote BRI cooperation. ecns.cn Recently, the 2nd "Belt and Road" Forum on People-to-People Connectivity took place in Nanjing.
(2026-09-08). Britain: It's OK to fight for a foreign army (as long as they're our friends). strategic-culture.su That's the unwritten rule for Britain's media | Des FREEDMAN | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The death of a British national, Bradle…
(2026-09-08). From JF-17s to Air Defence: How China Became Pakistan's Military Backbone. thinktank.pk Pakistan's growing reliance on Chinese military equipment is no longer simply a procurement story. It has become one of the defining features of the country's defence strategy, linking weapons purchases with geopolitics, industrial cooperation, financing, technology transfer and the long-term balance of power in South Asia. A recent report highlighted Pakistan's unveiling of China's HQ-17AE …
(2026-09-08). Sudan's healthcare system on brink of collapse, MSF warns. aljazeera.com More than a third of Sudan's health facilities are nonoperational as aid cuts deepen crisis, medical charity says.
(2026-09-08). Polls suggest tight presidential race as Brazil marks Independence Day. aljazeera.com Brazil has marked Independence Day with the two main candidates for October's presidential election holding events.
(2026-09-08). ICRC Vice President: Arms Trade Treaty must be translated into action. icrc.org Speech given by Jàºrg Lauber, Vice President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the 12th Conference of States Parties – Arms Trade Treaty, 24 August 2026, Geneva…
(2026-09-08). Monday 9/7: Palo Alto: Labor Day Tesla Takedown Protest – Workers Over Billionaires! indybay.org Sidewalk outside of Tesla Global Engineering Headquarters | 3000 Hanover St, Palo Alto, CA 94304…
(2026-09-08). Saturday 10/3: Stand for Reparations! Justice for African & Indigenous People. indybay.org Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalist, | 1606 Bonita Avenue, Berkeley | Connie Barbour room…
(2026-09-08). Gloria Steinem Was Long Term Paid Operative For The CIA & US Imperialist Crimes. indybay.org Gloria Steinem who is being celebrated by the corporate media and capitalist class was a long term operative for the CIA around the world…
(2026-09-08). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Scores of workers, teachers, students, retirees and small farmers protested a visit by Milei to the Port of Iguazu, while workers at the University of Toronto and flight attendants at Jazz Aviation turned in decisive strike votes.
(2026-09-08). Hyundai autoworkers' union in South Korea imposes sellout contract. wsws.org The new agreement was imposed as the union isolated workers at different companies, all of whom face similar attacks on their wages and conditions.
(2026-09-08). Madrid Forum seeks to strengthen Vox's hand amid Ceuta fallout. wsws.org The Madrid Forum represents a section of the ruling class, allied with the US state security apparatus and leading a growing number of far-right Latin American governments, organizing internationally against their own populations.
(2026-09-08). Thursday 9/10: Multi-faith Peace Picnic. indybay.org King Plaza in front of Palo Alto City Hall | 250 Hamilton Av | Palo Alto, CA 94301…
(2026-09-08). Song for Immigrant Rights. indybay.org Tune: 99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall…
(2026-09-08). Data center opposition could become a key issue in New Jersey's midterm elections. whyy.org 
(2026-09-08). Artist-led project transforms once-poor Guangxi village into cultural tourism destination. ecns.cn Chixi Village in Beihai City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, once a registered poor village, has been transformed into a cultural tourism destination after two years of collaboration with artists from Tsinghua University's Academy of Arts and Design.
(2026-09-08). To Confront White Supremacy, Build More Social Justice Unionism. popularresistance.org On this Labor Day, while we celebrate the gains of the Labor Movement in the United States, it is also critical to assess the state of that movement today as we face many of the conditions that led to a surge in labor power during the early 20th century. In his new book, "Unions, Race and Popular Democracy," labor expert Dr. Kim Scipes compares two labor organizing committees that formed in the Midwest, one by the steelworkers and another by the meatpackers. Scipes joins Clearing the FOG to discuss the differences between top-down trade unions and grassroots industrial unions and how Social Justice Unionism confr…
(2026-09-08). Israeli forces kill Palestinian man and withhold his body near Nablus. aljazeera.com Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian man amid raids and arrests across the occupied West Bank.
(2026-09-08). The Answer To A Stronger Economy Is More Union Power. popularresistance.org This Labor Day, workers across the country are sending a clear message: they want a greater voice on the job. A near-record 71% of Americans approve of unions and surveys show over 50 million nonunion workers would join a union if they could. | At a time when many are struggling to afford basic necessities, it's easy to understand why. Through unions and collective bargaining, workers have more power to win higher wages, better benefits, safer working conditions, and a fairer share of the wealth they create. Unions help build a strong middle class, reduce inequality, narrow racial economic disparities, and boost…
(2026-09-08). Meet 04 Muslims who have won the 2026 National Teachers Award. ummid.com In a proud moment for the Indian Muslims, President of India Droupadi Murmu Saturday awarded 04 distinguished teachers from the community serving in various parts of India with the 2026 National Teachers Award.
(2026-09-08). Physiotherapy vs Surgery for Joint Pain: Which is Right for You? ummid.com Getting care at the best orthopedic hospital in Bangalore gives you access to both Physiotherapy and Surgical expertise all in one place, which enables the development of a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your particular condition.
(2026-09-08). 'House moved like jelly' says resident near Bolivia barracks blast. aljazeera.com Reports are emerging from the powerful explosion at a military barracks in Bolivia that killed at least nine people.
(2026-09-08). UN New World Map Projection: Cartography or Politics of Power. ummid.com The challenge is not whether we can draw a different map, the challenge is whether, having seen the distortion, we are willing to question the world we thought the map was showing us.
(2026-09-08). PBOC extends gold-buying streak to 22 months with record monthly increase. ecns.cn China's central bank extended its gold-buying streak to 22 consecutive months in August, with holdings rising to 76.73 million ounces by the end of the month, according to data released Monday by the People's Bank of China (PBOC).
(2026-09-08). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-08). The Asymmetry of Strategic Depth. moderndiplomacy.eu After almost five years of attritional warfare, the war in Ukraine is entering a more dangerous phase. Russia has strong incentives to escalate. The battlefield has not delivered the political outcome Moscow sought, while Ukraine is increasingly able to strike military, energy, and strategic targets deep inside Russia. Yet much of the system that makes …
(2026-09-08). Philly apartments are shrinking. New ones will be even smaller. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! New data shows that the average apartment in Philadelphia shrunk in size over the last decade. | The
(2026-09-08). This Week in People's History, Sep 9—15, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Sep 9—15, 2026 |
(2026-09-08). India's Gen Z Protests Are Breaking the Grip of Fear. portside.org India's Gen Z Protests Are Breaking the Grip of Fear |
(2026-09-08). Bhagwat Madison Square Garden Speech: An Epitome of Double Standard. ummid.com For peace in India, we need to follow the Indian Constitution, which the RSS combine opposes, and for global oneness the best option is the United Nations Charter of Human rights.
(2026-09-08). Canada Hits US Goods With New Tariffs as Trade Talks Stall. moderndiplomacy.eu Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of U.S. goods, escalating an 18 month trade dispute between the two neighbouring countries after negotiations collapsed last month. The new duties, which took effect shortly after midnight on Tuesday, range from 15% to 50% and target products including steel, furniture, clothing and electronics. What's Happening …
(2026-09-08). Indonesia airports reopen after volcanic ash disrupts thousands of flights. aljazeera.com Five airports reopen after authorities cleared volcanic ash from critical infrastructure.
(2026-09-08). Manipur musician killed in Indian capital, reviving racism concerns. aljazeera.com The guitarist's killing leads to an outcry, exposing decades of racial discrimination faced by northeastern communities.
(2026-09-08). How to Transform Vehicle Images into Dynamic Scenes. ummid.com Dreamina, running on its most advanced video generation model, Seedance 2.5, gives dealerships, brands, and enthusiasts a way to make that shift without a full production shoot. Read More Here…
(2026-09-08). Saudi Arabia preparing to grant IAEA more intrusive powers, Grossi says. al-monitor.com By Francois MurphyVIENNA, Sept 7 (Reuters) – A planned U.S.-Saudi atomic deal does not include Riyadh signing the Additional Protocol that gives the U.N. nuclear watchdog sweeping inspection powers, but something close to it on some points is in the works, the agency's chief said on Monday.The U.S. and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement on civil nuclear power cooperation in July that would let Riyadh enrich uranium and build nuclear reactors using U.S. technology.
(2026-09-08). China vows timely updates on mudslide situation at Gyirong Port in Xizang. ecns.cn China will continue conducting search and rescue operations and providing follow-up relief while releasing timely updates on the mudslide situation and rescue progress at Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Monday.
(2026-09-08). Mladic's funeral: Were no lessons learned? aljazeera.com Thirty years of international justice has taught political leaders little.
(2026-09-08). Gina heads to Japan for hydrogen energy meeting. sanews.gov.za Gina heads to Japan for hydrogen energy meeting | Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, will represent South Africa at the Hydrogen Energy Ministerial (HEM) Meeting to be held in Japan on Thursday. ⚪ The visit is aimed at advancing South Africa's energy transition agenda, strengthening the country's industrialisation agenda and expanding international partnerships in science, technology and innovation. | "The meeting aligns with South Africa's Just Energy Transition framework, Hydrogen Society Roadmap and Green Hydrogen Commercialisation Strategy. ⚪ "It also supports nation…
(2026-09-08). Labor Day Lessons: Can CIO Best Practices Aid Union Organizing Today? portside.org Labor Day Lessons: Can CIO Best Practices Aid Union Organizing Today? |
(2026-09-08). Qaidam Planet Challenge blends sci fi, sports and astronomy in Qinghai. ecns.cn The Qaidam Planet Challenge, China's first outdoor orienteering event integrating technology, sci-fi, sports and ecology, was staged in Lenghu, Mangya City in Qinghai Province, from September Friday to Sunday.
(2026-09-08). Eiffel Tower shuts after row over woman staff sidelined during Hindu group's visit. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Eiffel Tower was temporarily closed on Monday after employees staged a protest allegations that female staff were asked to step out of sight during a private visit by a Hindu religious delegation. | The dispute stems from a private visit last week by a delegation of about 100 people linked to BAPS (Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha), a religious group whose representatives were in France for festivities related to the inauguration of a temple in the Paris suburbs. | According to union representatives, female employees at the Eiffel Tower were allegedly asked to leave their w…
(2026-09-08). The oligarchy's war on public education: money, militarization and social control. wsws.org The new school year brings educators face to face with an unprecedented and bipartisan assault on public education, as the oligarchy moves to strip schools of funding and democratic control, in the service of world war.
(2026-09-08). One year on from Nepal protests, have Gen Z demands been met? aljazeera.com It has been a year since Nepal's youth protested against corruption, prompting a leadership change.
(2026-09-08). Can Southeast Asia Drive China's Next Clean Tech Export Boom? moderndiplomacy.eu China's clean technology industry is entering a new phase. After years of rapidly expanding exports to developed markets, particularly Europe, Chinese manufacturers are increasingly looking toward Southeast Asia as a major source of future demand. ASEAN countries have spent more than $20 billion on Chinese made clean technology so far in 2026, according to energy …
(2026-09-08). Congo extends state control over mining with bid to lock down geological data. al-monitor.com By Maxwell Akalaare AdombilaDAKAR, Sept 8 (Reuters) – Democratic Republic of Congo plans to tighten control over geological data that guides billions of dollars in mining exploration, potentially extending state influence over the development of future mineral discoveries.The country is accelerating geological mapping, airborne surveys and digitisation of historical archives to build a comprehensive national geological databank on its critical minerals and reduce exploration risk, officials say.
(2026-09-08). Friday 9/11: Stanford, UC Berkeley, the High-Tech Frenzy on the Campuses.How (NOT) to Rule the World. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-08). Benjamin Kunkel: The New National Question. newleftreview.org As globalization stalls, what possibilities might national-economic policy open up for the left? Benjamin Kunkel weighs the claims of its Marxist, Polanyian and psychoanalytic interpreters, asking whether the re-politicization of the economy might be joined to a renewed internationalism, adequate to ecological crisis.
(2026-09-08). $1.3 million dam-removal project in Bucks County aims to create and ease fish passage. whyy.org 
(2026-09-08). As Sweden heads to polls, Israel and Palestine policies are on the ballot. aljazeera.com With the left-wing coalition ahead in polling, the current right-wing government's policies could soon be up for debate.
(2026-09-08). 1,300 casino workers strike Wynn Resorts' Encore Boston Harbor. wsws.org The strikers are housekeepers, cooks, food and beverage staff, slot attendants and cage cashiers, valet and limousine drivers, dispatchers, traffic attendants, groundskeepers, warehouse workers and call center staff.
(2026-09-08). Saudi-Houthi fighting in Yemen escalates: What happened, and what's next? aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia promises firm retaliation after Houthi strikes injure 73 and disrupt energy facilities in southern cities.
(2026-09-08). Outrage, FIR demand against Delhi Police grow over beating of Muslim Female Journalists. ummid.com Outrage and demand to file FIR against Delhi Police Personnel involved in the brutal beating of Muslim female journalists, Shaheen Khan and Nafeesa Khan associated with 4 PM News Network, have been growing with every passing second.
(2026-09-08). 'Limit overshoot, peak, decline': A new global goal for climate change? aljazeera.com The world agreed to limit temperature rises in 2015; that aim is proving impossible. Is it time for a course correction?>
(2026-09-08). Exposed: How The CIA Manipulates Public Opinion. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer Ben Norton examines the little-discussed history of CIA influence over the American left—and the role played by one of the most celebrated feminist icons of the modern era, Gloria Steinem. Steinem's work with a CIA-funded organization during the Cold War, Norton argues, was part of a broader effort to cultivate a "compatible left": …
(2026-09-08). China to impose anti-dumping measures on Japanese dichlorosilane imports. ecns.cn China will impose provisional anti-dumping measures on imports of dichlorosilane originating in Japan starting Tuesday, the Ministry of Commerce said Monday.
(2026-09-08). China's foreign trade grows 17.6% in first eight months. ecns.cn China's total goods imports and exports expanded 17.6% year on year to 34.78 trillion yuan (about $5.13 trillion) in the first eight months of 2026.
(2026-09-08). Sunday 10/4: FabMo Artisans Market. indybay.org The Bay Area's Premier Eco-Friendly Artisan Event! | The Los Altos Community Center, Oct. 4 11AM-4PM | 97 Hillview Ave.
(2026-09-08). Saturday 9/19: Seaside: Coastal Cleanup Day. indybay.org Throughout the Monterey Bay area and in Seaside: Laguna Grande Regional Park and Robert's Lake. Check-in location is at the dirt parking lot between Laguna Grande Park Lakeside entrance and Chili's.
(2026-09-08). India's 7.8% GDP: The Problem Is Not With The Number Alone. ummid.com Why should 5, 7 or 9 per cent growth ultimately matter unless sustained growth gives us more productive jobs, greater investment in education and health, rising real incomes, greater household savings and asset ownership, better public services, declining vulnerability and a progressively wider distribution of economic security?
(2026-09-08). Julian Stallabrass: Ultra-Processed Images. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Trevor Paglen, How to See Like a Machine. An American artist documents and explores the arrival of the automated image world, from psyops to algorithmic persuasion.
(2026-09-08). OpenAI's devious rogue agents adventures in wonderland. indybay.org AI rogue agents outwit OpenAI's human intelligence employees!
(2026-09-08). Katz warns PA against attack as West Bank violence rises. al-monitor.com After a West Bank stabbing of an Israeli settler, Defense Minister Israel Katz warns the Palestinian Authority against launching an "Oct. 7-style" assault.
(2026-09-08). UP NEET UG Round 1 Allotment 2026 Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) is releasing on its official website 'upneet.gov.in' today i.e. Monday September 07, 2026 First Round UP NEET UG 2026 Allotment List (NEET UG Allotment Result) for admission in First Year MBBS / BDS and other Medical Courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-09-08). Liverpool announce five-year shirt sponsorship deal with Turkish Airlines. aljazeera.com The deal is reportedly worth more than $405m, which would place it among the most lucrative in the Premier League.
(2026-09-08). 10,000 public servants to strike against pay cuts in New Zealand. wsws.org The Public Service Association is limiting the strike to half a day and fostering illusions that electing the Labour Party will stop austerity.
(2026-09-08). Monday 9/7: Concord: Labor Day Honk & Wave Protest. indybay.org Intersection of Monument Boulevard & Mohr Lane | Concord, CA 94518…
(2026-09-08). Ilya Budraitskis: People Who Think Differently. newleftreview.org Ilya Budraitskis on Benjamin Nathans, To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause. Compelling account of the friendship networks of 1960s Russian human-rights activists, singled out from the more heterogeneous world of late-Soviet opposition.
(2026-09-08). Nepal blames USA, China and India for floods, seeks compensation. ummid.com Nepal has blamed USA, China and India for the Rasuwa flash floods, and demanded compensation from the three countries for the losses it has incurred.
(2026-09-08). Iceland Summons US Ambassador Over Trump's Flag Map. moderndiplomacy.eu Iceland summoned U.S. Ambassador Billy Long after President Donald Trump shared a social media map depicting Iceland, Greenland, Canada, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean under the American flag and labelled as part of the "United States of America." Iceland's Foreign Minister Thorgerdur Gunnarsdottir reportedly told Long that…
(2026-09-08). President Ramaphosa extends condolences to Tanzania's President Hassan. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa extends condolences to Tanzania's President Hassan | President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his capacity as Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), has extended his deep condolences to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, following the passing of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. | Mr Hassan, 71, passed away on Monday, while receiving treatment for a cardiac condition. | He had a distinguished career as an agricultural academic and agriculturalist. | President Ramaphosa said his thoughts are with President Hassan, her children, and the extended family and friends during th…
(2026-09-08). Hunan cuisine Chef Fei opens first overseas restaurant in California. ecns.cn Chef Fei, a popular Chinese restaurant chain specializing in Hunan cuisine, opened its first overseas outlet recently in San Diego, California, marking its debut in the U.S. market.
(2026-09-08). Politische Pattsituation in Sachsen-Anhalt: 43,8% reichen der AfD nicht aus, um in der Region an die Macht zu kommen. strategic-culture.su Es ist soweit! Die Partei ´Alternative fàºr Deutschland ª (AfD) erzielte bei den gestrigen Landtagswahlen in Sachsen-Anhalt 43,8% der Stimmen. Damit àºbertraf sie sogar leicht die Prognosen der fàºhrenden deutschen Meinungsforschungsinstitute und verbesserte ihr Ergebnis gegenàºber den letzten Landtagswahlen im Jahr 2021 um 23%. Gleichzeitig erlitt die regierende CDU in der Region, die 2021 noch 37,1% erreicht hatte, mit einem Ergebnis von 17,2% gestern eine der demàºtigendsten Niederlagen ihrer Geschichte…
(2026-09-08). Mamdani praises New York police amid 2 fatal shootings. wsws.org Far from denouncing the police and demanding that the officers be prosecuted, Democratic/DSA Mayor Mamdani defended the police and held an event in the Bronx, where he praised the police department and attacked Trump for withholding funds from it.
(2026-09-08). What is Anti-Aging Drug, and Why It's Market on Surge? ummid.com The Global anti-aging drugs market already at $75.7 billion in 2026 is projected to surge to $102.5 billion by 2031, registering a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.25% during the forecast period (2026—2031), according to a new study by Wissen Research.
(2026-09-08). Trump envoys' peace visit flops? Putin unleashes 90+ drones on Ukraine as Witkoff, Kushner leave. hindustantimes.com Barely a day after Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Zelensky in Kyiv, Russia launched a fresh wave of 92 drones across Ukraine, killing at least three and wounding 38. The strikes came amid a renewed U.S. push to revive Russia-Ukraine peace talks, but with no breakthrough announced and fighting continuing, Trump's latest peace bid faces another major test.
(2026-09-08). The Green New Steal: The Business of Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com They told us it was about saving the planet. But what if the climate movement was never about carbon at all? From Al Gore's million-dollar mansions to trillion-dollar carbon markets, "The Green New Steal" uncovers how environmentalism became the most profitable business model in modern history.
(2026-09-08). The way forward following the Alternative for Germany's electoral victory. wsws.org The AfD's electoral success is part of an international shift to the right among the ruling elites. The struggle to oppose this must be based on a socialist programme directed against capitalism.
(2026-09-08). Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport. ecns.cn Five people were killed and five others injured after an Amazon cargo plane overran a runway and crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday, authorities said.
(2026-09-08). 25 years after 9/11, the US still doesn't know 'why they hate us'. responsiblestatecraft.org Twenty-five years ago, 19 hijackers took control of four American airliners and crashed them into symbols of American power, killing upwards of 3000 people. The American population watched the events unfold in real time. It was an emotionally jarring event that changed the country. In some respects, the events of 9/11 needed no explanation. The destruction of the World Trade Center buildings and the massive, and random, loss of life were horrifying to all. The meaning of the attacks, however — and the motivations of the hijackers — were less clear. The effort to explain the motives behind the atta…
(2026-09-08). Is Climate Change Abe Lincoln's Fault? wattsupwiththat.com The discussion point of merit is not whether it has happened, but rather what caused it?
(2026-09-08). No mention of Labor's agenda at Australian university staff strikes in Sydney and Melbourne. wsws.org The trade unions kept the stoppages apart and remained silent on the Albanese government's pro-corporate and pro-military restructuring of the universities.
(2026-09-08). Strong winds damage more than 20 schools in North West. sanews.gov.za Strong winds damage more than 20 schools in North West | The North West Department of Education has been left devastated after strong and destructive winds damaged roofs and destroyed mobile classrooms at more than 20 schools. | The damage, which occurred between 4 and 5 September, comes at a particularly difficult time for the department, which is already responding to the loss of three schools in recent fires. | In a statement on Monday, the department said it has been working to intervene at schools affected by the fires, but the storms have now caused further damage to schools, placing additional pressure on…
(2026-09-08). Rally At SF Kaiser To Stop AI Chatbots In Hospitals ICE Out & Single Payer. indybay.org On Labor Day Weekend on September 4 2026, rally was held in front of Kaiser hospital calling for the removal of Chatbots and AI that is being used to eliminate healthcare workers, for ICE Out and for Single Payer. Kaiser also had contracts with Palantir…
(2026-09-08). How two men survived nine days trapped inside a Nepal flood tunnel. geo.tv Survivor Kabir Maharjan is carried by members of a search and rescue team after they rescued two people alive who had been trapped inside a tunnel at the Trishuli-3A Hydropower Project following devastating floods and mudslides that struck the Bhotekoshi River in Rasuwa, Nepal, September 4,…
(2026-09-08). Volkswagen workers demand freedom for Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org Three trade union members at Volkswagen's Kassel, Wolfsburg and Braunschweig plants are calling on their colleagues to support a resolution demanding the release of the socialist opponent of war.
(2026-09-08). UP NEET UG 2026 Merit List Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) is releasing on its official website 'upneet.gov.in' the list of candidates (UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Merit List) who have registered for the First Round of Counselling conducted for admission in MBBS and BDS Courses for the year 2026-27 today i.e. Wednesday September 02, 2026.
(2026-09-08). Eiffel Tower closed in row over women removed for Hindu group. aljazeera.com The Eiffel Tower was shut on Monday after staff protested over women being 'sidelined' during a Hindu group's visit.
(2026-09-08). Exclusive-How two men survived nine days in a Nepal flood tunnel. al-monitor.com By Saurabh Sharma, Sarita Chaganti Singh and Sahana BajracharyaNUWAKOT/KATHMANDU/UPPER TRISHULI 3A HYDROPOWER STATION, Sept 8 (Reuters) – A delirious Kabir Maharjan drifted in and out of consciousness in a pool of muddy water in complete darkness, trapped for nine days in a tunnel beneath the wreckage of Nepal's worst flood disaster in decades.When he finally awoke at a hospital after a miracle rescue, he did not recognise his wife. Confused, he asked her why she had not given him a bed sooner.
(2026-09-08). Muslim hai? Do dande aur maro…: Female Journalist beaten by Delhi Police. ummid.com Two female Muslim Journalists associated with 4PM News Thursday September 03, 2026 said they had been brutally beaten by Delhi Police Personnel.
(2026-09-08). What does Mondlane's trial mean for Mozambique? aljazeera.com The opposition politician faces five charges over protests that followed the disputed 2024 election.
(2026-09-08). Kazakh delegate on BRI: Sinology serves as bridge between China and the world丨Insights. ecns.cn Adil Kaukenov, director of the "Belt and Road" Research and Education Center of Kazakhstan, shared his firsthand observations of the changes the "Belt and Road Initiative" has brought to trade, education, and beyond to the two countries.
(2026-09-08). Napoli's Scott McTominay undergoes successful heart surgery. aljazeera.com The midfielder, who will return to training in two weeks, will miss Wednesday's Champions League game against Arsenal.
(2026-09-08). Hajj 2027 2nd Waiting List of 1,143 Pilgrims, Payment Details Out. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the second waiting list for Hajj 2027 (Hajj 1448 H), asking 1,143 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before September 14, 2026.
(2026-09-08). Lindsay Clancy's Case Put a Spotlight on Parts of Motherhood We Don't Talk About. portside.org Lindsay Clancy's Case Put a Spotlight on Parts of Motherhood We Don't Talk About |
(2026-09-08). The pain of separation transcends borders and generations. icrc.org New ICRC film sheds light on stories of families of the missing…
(2026-09-08). Tuesday 9/8: Demand SF City Hall Address the AI Threat to Public Safety. indybay.org Polk St in front of SF City Hall…
(2026-09-08). Kenya offers amnesty for migrants after Burundians rush to leave. aljazeera.com Government spokesman urges undocumented nationals from other East African countries to formally register at embassies.
(2026-09-08). Former IDF soldiers participated in Sydney Marathon under guise. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-09-08). Flash floods fill the streets of a neighbourhood in central Morocco. aljazeera.com Videos show floodwaters swamping homes, shops and streets in Azilal in central Morocco, after heavy thunderstorms.
(2026-09-08). China v. US: The Great Mideast AI Race Heats Up. scheerpost.com Neil Thompson Informed Comment Last week, China's President Xi Jinping made his first state visit to Egypt since 2016, amid deepening economic and security ties between Beijing and one of Washington's major Arab allies. Egypt's government said the two sides agreed to launch the third phase of a cooperative industrial zone in the Suez Canal, as Cario seeks to diversify its …
(2026-09-08). What to watch in the US's New Hampshire and Rhode Island primary elections. aljazeera.com Some of the US midterm election's biggest themes will play out in these New England states' most notable races.
(2026-09-08). Oakland is wide-open to billionaire AI data centers. indybay.org No Data Centers In Oakland!
(2026-09-08). Smart elderly care products take center stage at consumer electronics expo. ecns.cn Smart elderly care products drew large crowds at the 2026 China International Consumer Electronics Expo (CICE), held in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, from Friday to Sunday.
(2026-09-08). Debt in the Pacific systemic and current threats to regional economic sovereignty. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Antonia Bhagwan in Suva The Pacific may have moved beyond the worst of the covid-19 pandemic, but its economic consequences continue to weigh on governments across the region. Once again, countries are facing rising debt levels. In its 2026 Pacific Economic Update, the World Bank linked the current financial landscape to slower economic…
(2026-09-08). Why did Zelenskyy's statement on drones spark controversy in Russia? unitedworldint.com By Yƒ±ldƒ±ran Acar, Political Scientist Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskyy's statement on 1 September regarding Russian airspace has reignited discussions on the war's impact on civil aviation. Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine would step up its drone operations in Russia, arguing that Russian airspace was becoming increasingly risky for civilian flights and calling on airlines and insurance …
(2026-09-08). State Grid Suqian Power Supply Company: AR glasses enable 'information seeking for assets'. ecns.cn Wearing AR glasses for on‚Äësite metrology‚Äëasset operations that day, he scanned electric meters to be dispatched and retrieved devices following voice prompts, finishing the whole verification process in less than three minutes.
(2026-09-08). At least four volcanoes erupt on same day in Indonesia. ecns.cn At least four volcanoes, including Mount Anak Krakatau, Mount Semeru in East Java, Mount Ili Lewotolok in East Nusa Tenggara, and Mount Ibu in North Maluku, have all experienced active eruptive pulses.
(2026-09-08). Former Emfuleni contractor in court over alleged tender fraud. sanews.gov.za Former Emfuleni contractor in court over alleged tender fraud | A former Emfuleni Local Municipality service provider has appeared in court over charges of fraud, theft, and corruption related to a R16 million fleet tender awarded by the municipality. ⚪ Mpho Edward Malema appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates Court for his first appearance following his arrest by the Gauteng Political Killings Task Team (PKTT). ⚪ "It is alleged that between July 2015 and July 2023, the Emfuleni Local Municipality Fleet Manager, Lerato Selaelo Mpholo, who is Accused 1 in the matter, received payments of R50 000, as well as…
(2026-09-08). Restored Letaba Bridge and tourism units open as National Parks Week begins. sanews.gov.za Restored Letaba Bridge and tourism units open as National Parks Week begins | The South African National Parks (SANParks) has marked the start of National Parks Week with the handover of tourism units and the official opening of the Letaba High Water Bridge. | Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister David Maynier on Monday cut the ribbon to officially open the bridge at Letaba Rest Camp, situated in Limpopo. Damage to the bridge had led to restricted access to the northern sections of the park. | This came after parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga were lashed by heavy rains in January. Floodwaters submerged…
(2026-09-08). Russia and the U.S. engage in dialogue, while Europe bolsters its rear. strategic-culture.su Peace, for now, has not drawn any closer. Instead, it has become clear who is holding the stopwatch. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-09-08). Forest fires force evacuations near resorts in Antalya. aljazeera.com Massive forest fires have broken out in Türkiye's popular tourist province of Antalya.
(2026-09-08). Eco-Activists and Limited Water Supply Stall California's Planned "Lithium Valley" Mine Project. wattsupwiththat.com Back in 2023, Gov. Newsom was touting the development of this resource as part of his Net-Zero vision.
(2026-09-08). Yemeni forces launch counteroffensive against Houthis, vow to retake Sanaa. aljazeera.com Bid to take the capital comes as clashes between Yemeni forces and Houthis intensify in the provinces of al-Bayda and al-Jawf.
(2026-09-08). China allocates $33.7 million for emergency disaster relief in five provinces. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Emergency Management on Monday urgently allocated 240 million yuan (about $33.7 million) in central natural disaster relief funds to support rescue efforts in five provinces affected by floods and geological disasters.
(2026-09-08). Mexican truck drivers block ports of entry to US over Trump's mass revocation of B-1 visas. wsws.org The National Chamber of Freight Transport estimates more than 25,000 visas have been revoked from commercial drivers along Mexico's northern border.
(2026-09-08). Trump's Favorite Midterm Candidate. scheerpost.com Robert Reich Substack Friends, With the midterm races officially beginning this week, a big question hanging over the Republican Party is how Trump will allocate his giant stash of super PAC money. As of July 31, MAGA Inc. had more than $400 million on hand, larger than the cash reserves of any of the major party committees. …
(2026-09-08). 3 dead, several trapped as Delhi building accommodating students collapses. ummid.com At least three people have died while two others are in a critical condition as a 5-storay building accommodating students in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed like a house of cards.
(2026-09-08). Houthi attacks on southern Saudi Arabia reportedly injure dozens. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia says a wave of Houthi attacks on the country's south have injured 73 people, including women and children.
(2026-09-08). China In Photos: Some victims identified after mudslide hits border port in China's Xizang. ecns.cn The identities of some of the victims in the mudslide that struck Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Aug. 26 have been confirmed, the mudslide emergency rescue command center announced Monday.
(2026-09-08). Is Euronews Predicting a Far-Right Surge in France — or Creating the Narrative? thinktank.pk The dramatic victory of Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) in the Saxony-Anhalt regional election has reignited a familiar question across Europe: is the far right becoming the new political centre of gravity? For France, the question is particularly important because the country is moving toward the 2027 presidential election with the National Rally (RN) already …
(2026-09-08). Monday 9/7: Berkeley – Labor Day Overpass Banner Protest Against Fascism. indybay.org i80 Pedestrian/Bike Overpass Berkeley @ University Ave | 598 University Ave | Berkeley, CA 94720…
(2026-09-08). Australia: Communist Unity organisation backs campaign to free jailed Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org The organisation denounced the fact that Syrotiuk "has been arrested for and sentenced to 15 years imprisonment by the Ukrainian state for the crime of writing for the World Socialist Web Site."
(2026-09-08). Huawei releases new high-performance chip after six years. ecns.cn Huawei on Monday launched the Mate XT 2, its tri-foldable smartphone, in Guangzhou, featuring the latest Kirin 9050 Pro chip.
(2026-09-08). With 'Kramer/Fauci,' the Philly Fringe opens with a reminder of civic debate circa 1993. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The 2026 Philadelphia Fringe Festival opens with an argument. | Both were deeply entrenched in finding a solution to the AIDS epidemic, which was spreading at an…
(2026-09-08). Autonomous weapons and killer robots: new warnings, old habits. onlineopinion.com.au The automation of warfare proceeds apace. Are we at Skynet 1.0?
(2026-09-08). China's forex reserves rise to $3.4383 trillion at end of August. ecns.cn China's foreign exchange reserves stood at $3.4383 trillion at the end of August, up $19.5 billion, or 0.57%, from the end of July, according to data released by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.
(2026-09-08). County industries in Heilongjiang tap into global markets. ecns.cn Heilongjiang Province, known as China's "grain barn" and a major producer of rice and soybeans, is leveraging its fertile black soil and cold-region resources to develop specialty industries such as beef cattle and geese.
(2026-09-08). Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ansari's Death Marks the End of an Era. ummid.com Dr. Khalil Ahmed Ansari, one of the greatest geniuses and architects of Modern Malegaon, passed away around 02: 00 PM Saturday, September 5, 2026.
(2026-09-08). Secret Assad-era Syrian nuclear reactor was almost complete: UN. al-monitor.com A near-complete nuclear reactor built secretly during the rule of toppled Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad would have been able to produce material to make nuclear weapons, the UN nuclear watchdog chief said on Monday. | Inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) last month visited two sites, one in Deir Ezzor and a second undisclosed location identified to them by Syrian authorities.
(2026-09-08). Wharfies defiant in face of management bullying. solidarity.net.au Eighteen wharfies, members of the Maritime Union of Australia at the bulk goods handler Quantem at Coode Island, West Melbourne, have been locked out. | They went on strike for 24 hours on 2 September for a modest 4 per cent EBA pay rise. | Quantem management responded by locking them out, flying in scabs from interstate and New Zealand to undermine the strike. | Under the Fair Work Act, the MUA had to notify the bosses of strike action three clear working days in advance. | The law puts no such restriction on bosses and Quantem used that time to get their scabs on site before the strike began. | On top of this,…
(2026-09-08). Labor Day Rally for Union Rights & Electoral Action. indybay.org In recognizing Labor Day workers' rights and the looming midterm elections, a rally was held by federal employees, labor union members and other activists calling for a strategic mobilization plan to capture Democratic control of Congress and the Senate. Assembled outside of the Phillip Burton Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse the group called for engagement and canvassing of voters to encourage their participation in creating a progressive tidal wave to save our democracy.
(2026-09-08). MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Registration Begins; Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has started through its official website 'mcc.nic.in' from today i.e. Thursday September 03, 2026 Online Registration of candidates for MCC NEET UG All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling 2026 Round 2.
(2026-09-08). Alzheimer's Disease: The Earlier We Know, The More We Can Do. ummid.com Alzheimer disease is one of the most common, but vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, frontotemporal dementia, and mixed conditions are part of the picture.
(2026-09-08). Rebuilding Trade Union Movement: 'Dare To Struggle, Dare To Win'. popularresistance.org The government's proposals to compel workers in designated sectors to provide so called 'minimum service levels' on strike days is an attempt to make strikes ineffectual. The British Medical Association has stated that from a government which has gutted the National Health Service (NHS), introducing anti-worker legislation in the name of protecting patient safety is both laughable and dangerous. The head of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Paul Nowak, has said that trade unions will oppose the proposed laws 'in both parliament and the courts'.
(2026-09-08). Manipur: Census Deferred, NRC Moves On. ummid.com The Census-2027 operation in Manipur has been deferred following strong objection from majority Meitei and other groups until the implementation of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the north-eastern State of India.
(2026-09-08). 'No More 24' Movement Aims To End Long Shifts For Home Care Workers. popularresistance.org When Cai Qiong Liu applied for a visa to come to the U.S., she told officials she was in search of a better life. | As soon as she arrived in 2005, Liu's friend got her a job as a home health aide, which she kept for 18 years. For half of those years, Liu worked four to five consecutive 24-hour shifts a week, providing demanding live-in care for a patient who had suffered a stroke: helping her shower, go to the bathroom, and eat. | Liu said she had almost no time to sleep herself, and when she did, it was on an old couch next to her patient's bed, where she'd have to wake up every two hours to turn the patient ov…
(2026-09-08). Democracy Now! 2026-09-08 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for September 08, 2026; "Toxic Nightmare": 25 Years After 9/11, Juan González on His Predictions of Worker Illness & Death; Firefighter, EMT, Stuyvesant High School Student Describe 9/11 Exposure & Long Fight for Healthcare; "People I Flew with All the Time": Flight Attendant Union Head Sara Nelson Remembers 9/11 Victims; 25 Years After 9/11: Cover-Up of Air Quality Risk Proved to Be "Death Sentence" for Thousands | Headlines for September 08, 2026; "Toxic Nightmare": 25 Years After 9/11, Juan González on His Predictions of Worker Illness & Death; Firefighte…
(2026-09-08). EU pledges more than $200m to Greenland amid Trump annexation threats. aljazeera.com Brussels has proposed doubling direct EU aid to Greenland under the bloc's next budget as military exercises kick off.
(2026-09-08). Sexual violence: An invisible global crisis. icrc.org An ICRC special appeal…
(2026-09-08). 8th China Grain Trading Conference concludes with $13 billion in deals. ecns.cn The 8th China Grain Trading Conference concluded on Monday in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, with transactions and intended deals totaling 87.87 billion yuan (about $12.96 billion).
(2026-09-08). Simple steps towards a greener workplace. independentaustralia.net 
Small everyday changes can help businesses build a greener workplace and reduce their environmental footprint.
(2026-09-08). Yemen fighting live: Battles rage between Houthi and Saudi-backed forces. aljazeera.com Forces loyal to Yemen's internationally recognised government pledge to seize the capital Sanaa as battles rage.
(2026-09-08). Coalition and One cheaper smokes crime-fighting con. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-09-08). Monday 9/7: Oakland: Labor Day Resistance Protest Against Facsim. indybay.org Intersection of High St & MacArthur Blvd, | Oakland, CA 94619…
(2026-09-08). Explainer: Why BJP's Confidence is Fraying on the Ground. ummid.com What should worry the BJP's strategists is not any one poll number but the pattern underneath: a governing party discovering that its most effective opposition in 2026 was not the Congress or a regional rival but a satirical Instagram page turned street movement, staffed by people too young to remember the party's rise.
(2026-09-08). Germany: why the AfD won in Saxony Anhalt — and what happens next. strategic-culture.su Ed Turner | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The results of Germany's Saxony-Anhalt state election on September 6 were far worse than f…
(2026-09-08). Postcard wishlists: what foreign youth hope to bring home from China. ecns.cn Let's hear what international students have to say about their expectations for BRI trade.
(2026-09-08). China to issue $44.25 billion in special treasury bonds to boost capital of financial firms. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Finance said on Monday that it will soon issue 300 billion yuan (about $44.25 billion) in special treasury bonds to support eight state-owned financial enterprises directly administered by the central government in replenishing their core Tier 1 capital.
(2026-09-08). Thursday 9/10: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-09-08). Why Defeating Al-Ittihad Tonight is Important for Al-Nassr. ummid.com The countdown has begun for the all important Al-Ittihad vs Al-Nassr Saudi Pro League 26/27 latest Group Match tonight, and winning this match is important for the reigning SPL Champions.
(2026-09-08). Prominent Tamil newspaper in Sri Lanka publishes article demanding freedom for Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org Uthayan, a major Jaffna-based newspaper, denounced the 15-year prison sentence given to the Ukrainian socialist for his political statements against the war.
(2026-09-08). AI has reduced research hiring, juniors worst hit: Study. ummid.com A new study has found Artificial Intelligence (AI) has reduced or slowed research hiring, with junior researchers and execution-heavy work facing the greatest impact.
(2026-09-08). Real's Mbappe embraces Ballon d'Or talk after historic World Cup goals. aljazeera.com Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe enters Champions League season hoping for Ballon d'Or after record World Cup goal haul.
(2026-09-08). Tuesday 9/15: Rally to Keep Coal Out. indybay.org Outside the Berkeley City Council Meeting at the School District Board Room • 1231 Addison St. , Berkeley , CA 94702 US…
(2026-09-08). Municipalities make strong commitment to uphold ethical leadership. sanews.gov.za Municipalities make strong commitment to uphold ethical leadership | Municipalities in the country have reaffirmed their commitment to principled governance by adopting a code that enjoins them to ensure ethical and accountable leadership. | Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has welcomed the adoption of the Code for Ethical Leadership in Local Government by 100 municipalities, describing it as a positive development in efforts to ensure good governance. | "The adoption of the Code by the 100 municipalities across the nine provinces reflects a growing commitment wi…
(2026-09-08). Solidarity group condemns surge in anti-Palestine violence in NZ. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report A national pro-Palestine solidarity movement has condemned a spate of "radicalised" tyre slashing vandalism and other violent attacks by Israeli supporters. The most recent pro-Israel vandalism is in Christchurch and Wellington alongside a violent attack on a supporter in Auckland, the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) says in a statement. In Christchurch,…
(2026-09-08). US sanctions threaten to crush Iranian dreams. al-monitor.com She had planned to study psychology in Italy, but after US sanctions forced the suspension of an English exam required in order to make her dream come true, Iranian student Nikki cried for days. | Nikki had been due to take the TOEFL English proficiency test, a key qualification required by many foreign universities, in Iran later this month.
(2026-09-08). Real Madrid vs Inter: Champions League — preview, team news, prediction. aljazeera.com Mourinho kicks off the record 15-time Champions League winners' European campaign against Serie A champions Inter.
(2026-09-08). Shanghai Pudong Airport named Asia-Pacific's best-connected airport. ecns.cn Shanghai Pudong International Airport has been ranked the best-connected airport in the Asia-Pacific for 2025, according to the Airport Industry Connectivity Report released on Monday by Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific & Middle East.
(2026-09-08). Beijing photography week opens with rare Hungarian works on show. ecns.cn The Beijing Photography Week 2026 (Photo Beijing 2026) opened at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing on Saturday under the theme "The Image, Resonance, Insight."
(2026-09-08). Carlo Ginzburg & Perry Anderson: Correspondence. newleftreview.org The death of Carlo Ginzburg in Bologna this June has robbed intellectual history of one of its most original practitioners. Perry Anderson, a colleague and friend, introduces the first of a two-part selection of exchanges between them, ranging across politics, war, religion, philology, history.
(2026-09-08). Breaking: Two Russian Su-35S fighters collided in Kursk Oblast near Ukrainian Border, pilot killed. hindustantimes.com Two Russian Su-35 fighter jets reportedly collided mid-air over Kursk Oblast near the Ukrainian border, with reports claiming one pilot was killed and another seriously injured. There is no immediate confirmation from Moscow or Kyiv, as questions grow over the circumstances of the reported Russian fighter jet crash.
(2026-09-08). India's data has lost credibility: Cong on Modi govt's 7.8% GDP growth claim. ummid.com The Congress Party Tuesday September 01, 2026 while refuting the Narendra Modi government's 7.8% GDP Growth claim, said the data provided by the present dispensation has lost credibility.
(2026-09-08). China, U.S. maintain communication on AI: Foreign Ministry spokesperson. ecns.cn China and the United States are maintaining communication on AI-related issues, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said at a press conference in Beijing on Monday.
(2026-09-08). Monday 9/14: "I Care About Peace" Series: Preserving Christian Presence in Birthplace of Jesus. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vbQGUBz……
(2026-09-08). Early action and respect for IHL can prevent acute food insecurity in armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, UN Security Council open debate on conflict-related food insecurity, 25 August 2026, New York…
(2026-09-08). North West disaster teams assess severe weather damage. sanews.gov.za North West disaster teams assess severe weather damage | Disaster management teams have been activated across the North West to assess the extent of damage caused by severe weather that swept through parts of the province over the weekend, damaging homes and public facilities. | Heavy rainfall, accompanied by strong winds, damaged several homes, with roofs blown off in some communities. | According to the North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Department, the roofs of 10 houses were blown away in different villages in Ratlou Local Municipality, while four houses were affec…
(2026-09-08). Opening-up fuels trade in services. ecns.cn China's deeper opening-up in the services sector is set to bolster the global competitiveness of Chinese service providers and generate new growth opportunities for the global business community, according to market analysts and business executives.
(2026-09-08). Fujian launches first direct passenger route to UK. ecns.cn Fujian Province's first direct passenger air route to the United Kingdom opened Sunday in Xiamen, operated by a Boeing 787-9 wide-body aircraft.
(2026-09-08). 'Flamingo Revolution' enters 100th day against Kushner-linked resort. aljazeera.com Albania's Flamingo Revolution marks 100 days of protests over a luxury resort project backed by Jared Kushner.
(2026-09-08). Thousands of Brazilians rally for Bolsonaro in tight presidential race against Lula. al-monitor.com By Gabriel AraujoSAO PAULO, Sept 7 (Reuters) – Brazil's opposition took to the streets on Independence Day on Monday as right-wing presidential candidate Senator Flavio Bolsonaro sought to capitalize on a Supreme Court crisis to bolster his campaign against leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in next month's election.In chilly temperatures, some 28,500 people massed on Sao Paulo's Paulista Avenue for the conservatives' rally, researchers from the University of Sao Paulo's Monitor do Debate Politico estimated.
(2026-09-08). US Open: Zheng in 5-0 comeback; Gauff, Rybakina, Zverev also in quarters. aljazeera.com Zheng Qinwen beats Iga Swiatek; Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina also reach quarterfinals. Alexander Zverev through in men's.
(2026-09-08). Is Washington Sacrificing Deterrence on the Korean Peninsula for Diplomacy with Pyongyang? moderndiplomacy.eu On August 16, Trump abruptly commanded the Pentagon to "substantially" reduce joint military exercises between the US and South Korea (ROK). The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield, originally scheduled for eleven days, was subsequently relegated to a five-day exercise. By contrast, Freedom Edge 26 (exercises involving Japanese, American and South Korean troops) remains on track. The …
(2026-09-08). Syrian nuclear reactor could have been useful for weapons, IAEA chief says. al-monitor.com By Francois MurphyVIENNA, Sept 7 (Reuters) – The nuclear reactor Syria had nearly completed in 2007 when Israeli jets destroyed it was of a type that could quickly produce fissile material usable in nuclear weapons, U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi said on Monday.The International Atomic Energy Agency has described as a "historic breakthrough" its recent investigation into secret nuclear activities under the Assad family's rule. The investigation uncovered around 73 metric tons of natural uranium metal, mainly in the form of reactor fuel.
(2026-09-08). Canada's retaliatory tariffs on $20bn of US goods take effect. aljazeera.com Trade tensions soar as Canada matches US tariffs 'dollar-for-dollar', impacting 700 products and multiple industries.
(2026-09-08). Burnham, Trump discuss working towards Ukraine-Russia ceasefire, Downing Street says. al-monitor.com LONDON, Sept 7 (Reuters) – Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, with the two leaders agreeing on "the need to continue working towards a ceasefire" to end Russia's war in Ukraine, Downing Street said.• "The Prime Minister reiterated the UK's support for Ukraine and for recent U.S.-led peace negotiations," a Downing Street spokesperson said.
(2026-09-08). IEC gazettes code to tackle disinformation ahead of local elections. sanews.gov.za IEC gazettes code to tackle disinformation ahead of local elections | The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has gazetted a code of conduct aimed at countering disinformation ahead of the 4 November 2026 Local Government Elections. | The Electoral Code of Conduct Countering Disinformation in the Local Government Elections, known as the Disinformation Code, was promulgated on 4 September and is intended to strengthen election integrity, while promoting free, fair and orderly elections. | The code protects lawful criticism, opinion, commentary, fair reporting, satire, parody and legitimate democratic debate…
(2026-09-08). Three paintings worth $10m stolen from Renoir Museum in southern France. aljazeera.com The two thieves had attempted to steal a fourth painting, but abandoned it as they ran from the museum.
(2026-09-08). UP NEET UG Choice Filling Underway, Allotment List 2026 on Sept 07. ummid.com The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) has released on its official website 'upneet.gov.in' the list of candidates (UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Merit List) who have registered for the First Round of Counselling conducted for admission in MBBS, BDS and other Medical Courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-09-08). Song: Abolish ICE for Good. indybay.org Tune: John Brown's Body…
(2026-09-08). Saudi Arabia says 73 wounded as Houthis attack civilian and energy sites. aljazeera.com Spokesperson for Saudi-led coalition says Houthis have hit civilian sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jizan and Najran.
(2026-09-08). Delhi Hostel Collapse Death Toll 7, Many Still Under Debris. ummid.com The death toll in the Delhi hostel building which collapsed Sunday has risen to 7 with 12 of some 50 others trapped under the debris rescued, officials said.
(2026-09-08). Cluster Munitions: Ban Treaty Under Pressure. commondreams.org An increase in civilian deaths and injuries caused by cluster munitions should trigger united action among the 124 countries that are members of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Human Rights Watch said today on the release of the "
(2026-09-08). Al-Ittihad ends Al-Nassr's unbeaten run in Saudi Pro League 2026-27. ummid.com 14-time SPL Champion, Al-Ittihad, Saturday September 05, 2026 defeated Al-Nassr FC to end its unbeaten run in the Saudi Pro League 2026-27 fifth group match.
(2026-09-08). UK to announce trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements. aljazeera.com UK to announce trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-09-08). Colombia: The ICRC assesses the needs of communities affected by armed conflict following the earthquake. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). 'Not a real war': Trump calls Iran war 'small potatoes' as dead US Troop's widow fights for benefits. hindustantimes.com
(2026-09-08). Bangladesh: 17th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2026 National Rounds — Call for Registration. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Iran threatens US warships with new missiles and plans Gulf exclusion zone. geo.tv
(2026-09-08). Farage won't make it to the UK general elections to stand as PM. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-08). South Sudan: Facts and Figures, January 2026-June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). "Wherever you are, I want you to know" Letters from families who are still searching for their loved ones in Latin America. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Philippines: How clean water reached a remote village in Misamis Oriental. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Perry Anderson: Introduction: Correspondence with Carlo Ginzburg. newleftreview.org
(2026-09-08). Medicare for All: How we can Get There. juancole.com
(2026-09-08). Philippines: Families honour Marawi missing for International Day of the Disappeared. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Bolivia military base blasts death toll rises to nine, dozens remain hospitalised. geo.tv
(2026-09-08). Former Philippines lawmaker arrested for pocketing millions in flood aid. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-08). Lebanon: Guide to Law 105 on the Missing and Forcibly Disappeared Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Delaware retail marijuana sales reached record $5.6 million in July, yet remain far below projections. whyy.org
(2026-09-08). 2025 Special Report on Weapon contamination and victim assistance. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). The human cost of not knowing: Families search for missing loved ones with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Sri Lanka: Sustained and collective efforts are critical to address the issue of missing persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Outcomes of the 5th Pacific Islands Roundtable on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Evaluation of EcoSec's Microeconomic Initiatives in Libya 2019-2024. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Eiffel Tower reopens after protest over removing women staff. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-08). Colombia: After the earthquake, Chocó's schools face a long recovery. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). South Sudan: A Lifeline Under Pressure. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). South Africa: ICRC president visits Pretoria as part of global effort to build political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). ICRC working paper on critical elements for inclusion in a legally binding instrument to regulate autonomous weapon systems. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Somali piracy was under control. Then came the Iran war. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-09-08). Evaluation of the ICRC's EcoSec Programme in Cameroon (2019-2024). icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Ethiopia: January to June 2026 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-09-08). Irán posee plena capacidad para atacar buques de guerra de EEUU, afirma ministro. radiohc.cu El ministro interino de Defensa iraní, general de Brigada Seyed Mayid Ebn Reza, rechazó tajantemente la subestimación por parte de EE.UU. de las capacidades militares de Irán. | Afirmó que las Fuerzas Armadas del país persa cuentan con la tecnología y preparación necesarias para atacar buques de guerra estadounidenses que participan en el bloqueo naval ilegal impuesto contra la nación iraní. | En una entrevista concedida este lunes a un periodista de la Radiodifusión de la República Islámica de Irán (IRIB), el titular refutó las afirmaciones de funcionarios estadounidenses según las cuales Irán carece de los medi…
(2026-09-08). Mario del Pero: Polarity's Dialectician. newleftreview.org Mario del Pero on Anders Stephanson, American Imperatives. Critical reflections on the Cold War as a strategy of US power-projection, from its preeminent historiographical iconoclast.
(2026-09-08). Panama Canal may cut ship traffic further as El Niño strengthens. aljazeera.com Canal authorities may further reduce ship traffic if a strengthening El Niño worsens the country's drought.
(2026-09-08). Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino. al-monitor.com
(2026-09-07). West Papuan group urges Jakarta to put words into action on UN visit. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific A leading West Papua pro-independence group has questioned Indonesia's assertion that a proposed visit by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to West Papua is "on track". The West Papua National Committee (KNPB) is urging Indonesia to put its words into action on the proposed visit with…
(2026-09-07). Demand Justice for Corey Ruiz! — Madison City Council September 8, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-07). From Pan-Africanism to Meta-Africanism: The Emerging Narrative of Africa as an Architect of the World. moderndiplomacy.eu For more than a century, Pan-Africanism gave Africa a powerful political vocabulary of unity, solidarity, dignity, and liberation. This ideology emerged from a continent determined to reclaim control over its destiny after colonial exploitation and domination. But what happens when the struggle is no longer primarily about liberation? A new term is beginning to enter …
(2026-09-07). La SCO dopo Biškek: dall'allargamento all'istituzionalizzazione dell'Eurasia. strategic-culture.su