presstv.co.uk (2026-08-21). Trump's economic D-Day: Seven decades of US defeat against Iran
It is a chronicle of systematic predation, a seven-decade campaign of violence, subversion and economic strangulation waged by a nation that has made invasion, massacre and plunder its normal trait.
Every American president, without exception, has left his miserable mark somewhere in the world through military aggression. Not a single year goes by without an American president attacking at least one country.
(2026-08-21). Weddings in Gaza offer rare moments of joy amid genocide. aljazeera.com In Gaza, weddings offer Palestinian families a brief escape from Israel's genocidal war.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-08-21). Bread Can Be a Prayer: When Christ Was Giving Bread to the People of Gaza
Palestinian writer Hani al-Salmy reflects on his Christian friend Elias, whose compassion amid genocide reveals Gaza's enduring bonds of faith and humanity.
consortiumnews.com (2026-08-21). US Meddling In Brazilian Elections
The United States is interfering in the Brazilian presidential elections, pressuring the Brazilian electorate into voting for right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of disgraced former president, Jair Bolsonaro. If that does not work and President Lula da Silva secures a fourth term in office, the groundwork is already being laid for a potential military intervention.
(2026-08-21). Ships passing through Hormuz hover in single digits, data shows. al-monitor.com SINGAPORE, Aug 21 (Reuters) – Seven commodity ships sailed along the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, just half the previous day's tally, showed data from shiptracker Kpler, amid concern over risk to Middle East shipping as U.S.-Iran peace talks remain in limbo.Of the total, four ships entered and three exited the waterway, which was used by nearly a fifth of global shipments of crude oil and liquefied natural gas before war began in February. The seven did not include any very large crude carriers or liquefied natural gas tankers.
(2026-08-21). More than 1,500 ships stuck in Strait of Hormuz may trigger global biological invasions. tribune.com.pk 
The marine organisms accumulating on the hulls of more than 1,500 ships stranded due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions between the United States and Iran could be transported to different parts of the world once the vessels resume their voyages, potentially creating a global "super-spreader" effect for biological invasions. | A study published in the journal Biological Invasions found that biofouling, consisting of marine microorganisms, algae, and invertebrates, can rapidly develop on the hulls of ships that remain stationary for extended periods. | According to the study, more than 1,500 l…
(2026-08-21). 'Guaranteeing Peace And Security': Nicaragua's Tourism Sector Backs Proposed Reforms. popularresistance.org "I'm not a member of any political party, but I believe that the tourism development in our community has been beneficial for the island." | I'm standing with tour guide Luis Argeñal on the green folds of Concepción, looking out over a pastoral scene to the cloud-shrouded Maderas. We are on Ometepe Island, two volcanoes sticking up out of vast Lake Nicaragua. | My family has come to stay in the tiny hamlet of Balgàºe where my husband and I visited twenty-five years ago when we first moved to Nicaragua. Back then, we had arrived by ferry, hitchhiking on the island where buses were scarce, walking along the di…
(2026-08-21). Russia Vows 'Proportionate Response' To Ukrainian Strikes. popularresistance.org Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova warned on 20 August that Moscow will continue to retaliate against Ukrainian attacks on civilians and infrastructure, while emphasizing that escalation is "not Russia's choice." | "The Russian Armed Forces will respond proportionately to emerging threats and continue the special military operation in order to accomplish the tasks set by President Vladimir Putin," Zakharova said in an interview with Izvestia, adding that Kiev has demonstrated a "complete unwillingness to negotiate." | "Escalation is not our choice," she stated.
reuters.com (2026-08-21). US deports more than 2,000 Mexicans to Guatemala despite Mexico's objectionsUnder international accords, deportees are usually sent directly to their country of citizenship. Migrants may be sent to third countries if their home country rejects them or if the conditions are unsafe. But under U.S. President Donald Trump's migration crackdown, more migrants are being deported to third countries
(2026-08-21). What Deflock? A Week Of Action Confronts The AI Surveillance State. popularresistance.org The op-ed Canyen Ashworth wrote last September may have been critical of the police where he lives in Lenexa, Kansas, but it could hardly be considered radical. A racist and nonsensical police investigation into the immigration status of a sitting city council member had generated embarrassing headlines, and a chaotic Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid on a beloved local taqueria went viral. Pointing to basic reforms, Ashworth argued Lenexa's city leaders had "work to do" in order to "meet the moment" and restore trust among residents. | "It wasn't ACAB.
(2026-08-21). The Fight For Sovereignty In The Shadow Of A Data Center. popularresistance.org Within Nashville, Tennessee, there has been a rapid implementation of numerous technological tools and digital infrastructure. This transformation has turned the city into a hub for the growing tech economy. This new technology ranges from license plate readers to SkyWatch towers to facial recognition and to phone-hacking. The list keeps expanding. In North Nashville, a prominent Black/African community, a new battle has emerged: a proposed data center to be located at Fisk University. | Considering the situation in Memphis, Tennessee, regarding the xAI data center; this announcement has ignited a storm of resist…
(2026-08-21). USA And Israel Put Drug Cartel-Linked US Citizen In Power In Colombia. popularresistance.org The United States has a long history of meddling in the internal affairs of Latin America. But in recent years, US interference has become even more extreme and explicit. | And it is not just the US that is meddling in Latin American politics, but also Israel. | A case study of this foreign interference is the political situation today in Colombia. | Colombia has a new, multimillionaire, far-right president named Abelardo de la Espriella. He is a US citizen who voted for Donald Trump, and worked for years as a lawyer in Miami, Florida, defending drug traffickers. | De la Espriella has outsourced Colombia's foreig…
(2026-08-21). Inside ICE's Broken System For Inspecting Detention Facilities. popularresistance.org When the inspectors came to Prairieland Detention Facility, pancakes appeared on the breakfast menu, Leqaa Kordia recalled. The walls sported a fresh coat of paint. A new water cooler appeared in the intake room. In the days before the inspection in December 2025, Kordia — who had been held at the Texas ICE facility for nine months at that point — said she observed a dramatic transformation. | A sub-agency of ICE, the Office of Detention Oversight (ODO) is required to inspect detention facilities like Prairieland, making sure conditions are safe and align with detention standards. If a facility gets a…
(2026-08-21). Bessent says US to impose ever sanctions on Iran, urges China to cooperate. al-monitor.com Aug 20 (Reuters) – U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday Washington will impose "the toughest sanctions in history" on Iran and urged Beijing to cooperate with the U.S., but China said sanctions will not help in resolving the issue.Bessent said he would hold a press conference on Monday to discuss details."It is a one-two punch. We have the blockade (on Iran), and we are going to have the toughest sanctions in history," Bessent told CNBC. "It is going to work in Iran and we are going to collapse this regime."
(2026-08-21). King Abdullah visits China as region hedges against US unpredictability. al-monitor.com With no end in sight to the war in Iran and an unchecked Israeli policy across the region, the kingdom is hedging against future uncertainty and a less predictable US policy.
(2026-08-21). Houthis claim new strikes on Saudi Arabia after IRGC warning: What to know. al-monitor.com A senior Iranian commander said Saudi Arabia will be unable to the defeat the Yemeni group as the conflict intensifies.
(2026-08-21). Pakistan open FIVB World Championship with solid win. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan made a winning start to the FIVB Boys Under-17 World Championship in Doha on Thursday, sweeping Chinese Taipei 3-0 in their opening Pool E match. | Pakistan, competing alongside Iran, Chinese Taipei and Algeria, produced a disciplined performance to seal 25-20, 25-10, 25-23 victory and immediately put themselves in a strong position in the group. | The Pakistani side took control early, using strong serving, effective blocking and aggressive attacking to keep Chinese Taipei under pressure. After securing the opening set 25-20, Pakistan dominated the second, conceding just ten points. | Chinese Taipei…
(2026-08-21). Caught in the middle, Oman shrugs off latest Iran threat. al-monitor.com For the second time in months, President Donald Trump has threatened to strike the US partner as it holds talks with Iran.
(2026-08-21). How a Swedish Palestinian minister raised controversy with Star of David. aljazeera.com Incidents of anti-Semitism have been on the rise in Europe since Israel's genocidal war on Gaza began.
2026-08-20: Sabrina Salvati: They Discussed Nuking Iran Twice. Here's Who Stopped It."All-Out War" Warning
The atomic-bomb question was raised twice inside the Trump administration before the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs shut it down. Sabrina Salvati of Sabby Sabs joins Zulfiqar Ali on Transition Protocol to discuss if the new Iranian announcement that Tehran is abandoning defense and going on the offensive, and the warning that an unbroken US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz means all-out war.
(2026-08-21). 'Bloodthirsty psychopath' Israel's Ben-Gvir touts viewing booths at gallows for Palestinians. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Brett Wilkins Still drawing international censure for his genocidal call to kill dozens of Gazans daily, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has faced fresh condemnation after visiting the construction site of a gallows where Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis are set to be hanged to death, with select Israelis gathering as spectators.
(2026-08-21). Denuncia del bloqueo genocida contra Cuba llegó hasta el histórico Puente del Medio sobre el Rin (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Las y los activistas de la Asociación SuizaCuba mantienen un doble compromiso: denunciar, con un acto el día 17 de cada mes, el bloqueo y la agresión permanente de Estados Unidos contra Cuba; y, por otro, celebrar en estos días el legado del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro en su Centenario.
(2026-08-21). Nord Stream bombing suspect to Hollywood fixer: Who is Volodymyr Zhuravlev? aljazeera.com German authorities allege that Ukrainian scuba diver Volodymyr Zhuravlev was involved in the Nord Stream explosions.
(2026-08-21). La Educación Superior iniciará el nuevo curso con procesos descentralizados y actividades docentes desde los territorios. cubadebate.cu La Educación Superior cubana reanuda sus actividades y comenzará el curso académico 2026-2027 el próximo 1ro. de septiembre en todas las universidades e instituciones del país, incluyendo las pertenecientes a otros organismos formadores.
(2026-08-21). Acusación fiscal en Bolivia: Cerimedo "planificó" el ataque y "dirigió remotamente la emboscada" para matar a su novia. cubadebate.cu La acusación de los fiscales contra el exasesor presidencial y especialista en campañas electorales Fernando Cerimedo es lapidaria: señala que "dirigió remotamente la emboscada" para matar a su novia Nadia Beller, la presionó para que se encontrara con sus asesinos, controló por teléfono el ataque y luego intentó huir de Bolivia en un avión.
(2026-08-21). Estados Unidos decreta nuevas medidas contra funcionarios y entidades cubanas. cubadebate.cu El Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos anunció este jueves, como va siendo usual en las últimas semanas, una nueva ronda de medidas punitivas contra funcionarios y entidades del Gobierno de Cuba, en el contexto de la política de asedio y castigo colectivo que Washington mantiene contra La Habana.
(2026-08-21). Presidente y canciller de Cuba denuncian nuevas sanciones de EEUU contra empresas e instituciones de la isla. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, y el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, condenaron este jueves el reciente anuncio del Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos sobre la inclusión de nuevas entidades, directivos y funcionarios cubanos en sus listas de sanciones.
(2026-08-21). Visita Díaz-Canel nueva sede del ISDi y la Sociedad de Interfaz de Ciencia y Tecnología de la CUJAE. cubadebate.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, visitó en la mañana de este jueves lo que pronto será la sede del Instituto Superior de Diseño (ISDi), de la Universidad de La Habana; así como CETA S.A. (Sociedad de Interfaz de Ciencia y Tecnología de la Universidad Tecnológica de La Habana "José Antonio Echeverría").
(2026-08-21). Reportan accidente de un tren de carga en Camagàºey. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio del Transporte y la Unión de Ferrocarriles de Cuba reportan que a las 3: 10 pm de hoy, un tren de carga al servicio de la transportación de contenedores, sufrió un accidente en Camagàºey que provocó el descarrilamiento de 14 de los 27 vagones de esa formación, de los cuales 25 estaban cargados.
(2026-08-21). Democracy Now! 2026-08-21 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 21, 2026; As International Pressure Grows, Israel Finally Opens Probe into 2024 Killing of Hind Rajab in Gaza; Meet Loui Ridi: Palestinian American Returns to West Bank Home Besieged by Israeli Settlers; How Trump Admin Weaponized "Antisemitism" Probes to Dismantle Higher Education "Brick by Brick" | Headlines for August 21, 2026; As International Pressure Grows, Israel Finally Opens Probe into 2024 Killing of Hind Rajab in Gaza; Meet Loui Ridi: Palestinian American Returns to West Bank Home Besieged by Israeli Settlers; How Trump Admin Weaponized "AntisemitismR…
(2026-08-21). Hind family says criminal probe attempt by Israel army to killing. al-monitor.com The grandmother of Hind Rajab told AFP her family had no faith in a criminal probe into the five-year-old's death in Gaza in 2024, calling it little more than an attempt by the Israeli military to "justify" her killing. | Hind Rajab's body was recovered from a car riddled with bullets in Gaza City days after she was last heard from in a desperate, hours-long phone call to the Palestinian Red Crescent on January 29, 2024.
(2026-08-21). Wednesday 8/26: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-08-21). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates voluntary return of 88 individuals to Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). The daily struggle for a dignified life continues for Palestinians in Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Italia: Propuesta Premio Nobel de la Paz a la Infancia de Gaza. indybay.org Italia: Propuesta Premio Nobel de la Paz a la Infancia de Gaza | Convocatoria a la solidaridad sin fronteras…
(2026-08-21). Europe's hottest town says climate change is reshaping daily life. tribune.com.pk 
Five years after Floridia registered Europe's highest-ever temperature, residents say extreme heat is no longer measured by records but by its impact on daily life, keeping people indoors, reducing social interaction and threatening livelihoods. | The August 2021 record of 48.8 degrees Celsius (119.8 degrees Fahrenheit) turned the Sicilian town into a symbol of Europe's warming climate as the continent emerged from COVID-19 restrictions. | Today, increasingly frequent and prolonged heatwaves are driving people indoors, leaving streets and piazzas deserted and prompting some residents to compare the extreme hea…
(2026-08-21). AI's Natural Gas Addiction Could be Deadly for Communities. juancole.com By | ( This is creating a backlash, with
(2026-08-21). Tunisia opposition protests against president amid economic discontent. al-monitor.com TUNIS, Aug 20 (Reuters) – Activists and opponents of Tunisian President Kais Saied took to the streets of Tunis on Thursday, calling for his departure and the restoration of democracy in the latest protest against his governance amid growing political and economic discontent.Hundreds of protesters said they reject "one-man rule" and "a slide towards dictatorship," and urged the release of jailed opposition figures, activists and journalists.
(2026-08-21). Ebola outbreak 'growing faster, ‚Å ‚Å wider' as DRC death toll passes 2,500: UN. aljazeera.com Epidemic remains out of control amid DR Congo conflict, funding shortages and attacks on health workers and facilities…
(2026-08-21). Xi congratulates Hichilema on re-election as Zambian president. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday congratulated Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as president of Zambia.
(2026-08-21). Loved Next Door, Loathed Across The Border: World's Split Verdict on India. ummid.com As India marks 80 years of independence on 15 August 2026, a fresh 36-country Pew survey shows a nation admired in London, Nairobi and Colombo, distrusted in Islamabad and Ankara, and viewed with growing suspicion even in Washington.
(2026-08-21). Be Quiet, Be Quiet: We Are All On the Decoy Plane Now. commondreams.org 
Not to alarm, but everything in America – our economy, military, education, environment, health, moral fiber – is being decimated by a petty, fragile, flailing child in a fact-free bubble who just turned our foreign policy over to North Korea because its dictator "has always been nice to me." Otherwise, he's grifting, lying, babbling, losing wars, slathering gold, raving about his vanity projects – "If you're grass, you're very happy" – and posting AI slop with George Washington, who's spinning in his grave. This week, the war in Iran sank deeper into the quagmire it was always doomed to be when the 60-day ne…
(2026-08-21). Who does the law serve in the occupied West Bank? aljazeera.com Israeli settlers attack six times a day in the occupied West Bank. AJLabs looks at how Palestinian land is taken.
(2026-08-21). Why IB World School Authorization for Harrow International School is Different? ummid.com Harrow International School New York has received authorization from the International Baccalaureate Organization as an IB World School for the Middle Years Programme.
(2026-08-21). Deja Vu all over again, from Vietnam to Iran. juancole.com ( And if you had told me, at age 24, when I
(2026-08-21). Bayern Munich's Musiala collapsed on-field as a result of medication change. aljazeera.com Coach Vincent Kompany said Bayern were aware of Jamal Musiala's neurological disorder long before it was made public.
(2026-08-21). China Q&A | Green thinking, new pathways: how China's ancient wisdom is scaling up Nature-based Solutions. ecns.cn "If you look back in the 20th century, a lot of the conservation thinking and leadership was more Western," Maginnis said, seated in the shade of a tree. | "I'm convinced that we're seeing a real shift to global leadership coming from this region, and particularly from China." The shift, in the eyes of Maginnis, one of the architects of the global NbS concept, transcends money or measurable environmental improvements. More important is that "China is bringing in really much-needed new conceptual framings for how we will undertake conservation on a planet with nearly 10 billion people."
(2026-08-21). Philadelphia photographer shows girls' experiences at Jewish summer camp in new book. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? As summer begins its wind-down in Philadelphia, a South Philly photographer is presenting a photo project documenting Jewish girls during the formative period of summer camp. | Rachel Wisniewski's book "Anyone can l…
(2026-08-21). Sunday 8/30: Meet Scott Wiener: grill and thrill. indybay.org Notable House | 189 Ellsworth St. | San Francisco…
(2026-08-21). Monday 9/7: San Francisco: Freedom From Want & Fear! Labor Day Protest. indybay.org Phillip Burton Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse | 450 Golden Gate Ave | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-08-21). Wednesday 9/16: 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.
(2026-08-21). Thursday 8/27: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-08-21). Govt declares public holiday for Eid Miladun Nabi on Aug 26. tribune.com.pk 
The government has declared August 26, 2026 (Wednesday), as a public holiday on the occasion of Eid Miladun Nabi, according to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division on Friday. | The notification said the decision was taken in continuation of the Cabinet Division's circular regarding public and optional holidays for 2026. | "It is notified that the prime minister has been pleased to declare August 26, 2026 (Wednesday) as a public holiday on the occasion of Eid Miladun Nabi (12th Rabiul Awwal 1448 AH)," the notification said. | Muslims around the world celebrate the birth of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), loca…
(2026-08-21). Friday 8/21: Open Mic featuring Zach Sorgen. indybay.org 1924 Cedar St., Berkeley Fellowship of UU's. A block east of MLK Jr Way at Bonita Ave.
(2026-08-21). Charter plane crash near Alaskan military site kills 8. aljazeera.com Rescuers who landed near the crash site 'confirmed there were no survivors'.
(2026-08-21). Trump Jr.-funded Polymarket helps gov't insiders cash out on war. responsiblestatecraft.org The Trump connected Polymarket is likely helping gamblers with inside military information cash in on wars the president wages. According to Reuters, a report by the Anti-Corruption Data Collective, found that
(2026-08-21). Shenzhen Customs signs first sister-port cooperation MOU with Chile. ecns.cn Shenzhen Customs signed its first sister-port cooperation memorandum Thursday with Valparaíso Customs of Chile, under the APEC China Year 2026 framework.
(2026-08-21). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-08-21). Xinjiang port sees over 59,000 train departures from China to Europe, Asia. ecns.cn Horgos Land Port in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has handled more than 59,000 freight trains from China to Europe and Asia, according to Xinjiang railway authorities on Thursday.
(2026-08-21). How Should Ireland Use Its Presidency of the European Union? We're Glad You Asked. worldbeyondwar.org 
By Elizabeth Cullen, Lex Innocentium 21st Century, World BEYOND War, August 21, 2026 | "…the world's most important work, the work of peace".
| —President J.F. Kennedy Dáil Eireann 1963 | In November 2025, the government asked the Irish people to propose themes for their upcoming Presidency of the European Union
(2026-08-21). The Data Center Backlash Has a Practical Fix. wattsupwiththat.com The third rail was never the data center. It was the leader who reached for the easy win and forgot whose backyard it landed in.
(2026-08-21). Beijing's Jan—July exports hit record high. ecns.cn Beijing region posted goods trade of 2.12 trillion yuan ($293.6 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 16.3% yearonyear, Beijing Customs said Thursday.
(2026-08-21). Iga Swiatek into Cincinnati semis. tribune.com.pk 
Iga Swiatek moved into the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters as Elena Rybakina was forced to retire with a heel injury less than half an hour into their clash Thursday. | Rybakina's withdrawal raised concerns over the fitness of the world number two Kazakh just 10 days before the start of the US Open. | Trailing 4-1 in the opening set of Thursday's Cincinnati quarter-final, Rybakina suddenly pulled up short at 40-all, heading to her bench and consulting with the trainer. | She went back out and played one more point before quitting. | "I was feeling anxious watching the whole situation," said her o…
(2026-08-21). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-08-21). Oil set for second weekly gain as US ramps up pressure on Iran. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices edged lower on Friday but were on track for a second straight weekly gain after the United States threatened to impose "the toughest sanctions in history" with no end in sight for disruptions to Middle East oil flows. | Brent crude futures fell 17 cents, or 0.18%, to $93.61 a barrel by 0802 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures slipped 36 cents, or 0.41%, ‚Å to $86.47. | The Brent benchmark has gained more than 5.8% while WTI has risen 4.8% this week, with both touching their highest since July 24 in the previou…
(2026-08-21). Madhya Pradesh NEET UG 2026 Round 1: Choice Filling Starts Today. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh has started from today i.e. Saturday August 15, 2026 through its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' Choice Filling and Locking for MP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling conducted for admission in Medical (MBBS) and Dental (BDS).
(2026-08-21). Closure of al-Makha port leaves workers and traders fearing for the future. aljazeera.com Houthi attacks on al-Makha port forced it to suspend operations, leaving workers without jobs and traders concerned.
(2026-08-21). China delivers new deep-water offshore engineering vessel. ecns.cn China's domestically developed new-generation deep-water multi-functional offshore engineering vessel "Hai Yang Shi You 292" (Ocean Oil 292) was officially named and delivered in Qidong, Jiangsu Province, on Friday.
(2026-08-21). STOP Union Busting, Victory To The ILWU 6 & 10 C&H Workers & For Global Labor Actions. indybay.org The attack on the ILWU Local 6 & Local 10 must…
(2026-08-21). Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal begin SPL 2026-27 campaign with victory. ummid.com The reigning Champions Al Nassr FC and Al Hilal began their Saudi Pro League 2026-27 (SPL 26/27) campaign with convincing victories.
(2026-08-21). Hussey mulls role with England for Ashes series. tribune.com.pk 
Australian great Mike Hussey could face his own country in the Ashes after saying Friday he was open to joining England as their Test batting coach. | Hussey has had an informal approach from England's new red-ball coach Stephen Fleming, the duo having spent 15 years as team-mates and then coaches at Indian Premier League side Chennai Super Kings. | "We obviously get on really well and work a lot together," former Test stalwart Hussey told Fox Sports, where he is employed as a commentator. | "So it was just a bit of a passing comment, really saying, 'Look, what do you reckon? Would you think about being the ba…
(2026-08-21). Renshaw returns as Australia retain Lyon for second Bangladesh Test. tribune.com.pk 
Matthew Renshaw will return to the Test side for the first time in more than three years after Australia confirmed their XI for the second World Test Championship match against Bangladesh in Mackay on Friday. | Renshaw replaces Jake Weatherald at the top of the order and will open alongside Travis Head, while veteran spinner Nathan Lyon retained his place after captain Pat Cummins had earlier suggested Australia could field a four-man pace attack. | Scott Boland and reserve wicket-keeper-batter Josh Inglis miss out. | Renshaw, 30, last played a Test in 2023 but Cummins backed the left-hander to make a successf…
(2026-08-21). Hundreds of Tunisians protest against government, water shortages. al-monitor.com Hundreds of Tunisians on Thursday demonstrated in the capital against President Kais Saied and issues including power cuts and drinking water shortages. | Protesters held up signs complaining of "thirst" and "darkness", in reference to an ongoing scarcity of drinking water and major electricity outages as the country grapples with high temperatures.
(2026-08-21). Gold prices rise for second day, hit Rs477,136 per tola. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices continued their upward trend for a second consecutive day in international and local markets on Friday. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $52 per ounce to reach $4,547. | According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of gold increased by Rs5,200 per tola to Rs477,136, while the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs4,458 to Rs409,067. | Meanwhile, the price of silver also continued to rise. The price of silver increased by Rs210 per tola to Rs7,379, while the price of 10 grams of silver rose by Rs180 to Rs6,32…
(2026-08-21). Friday 8/21: The logic of Freedom, a Juneteenth-inspired walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-08-21). Usman admits Pakistan bowling was 'not up to the mark'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan spinner Ali Usman claimed his maiden Test five-wicket haul on Thursday but England took a commanding grip on the first Test at Headingley, leading by 195 runs with two wickets remaining after Joe Root and Jordan Cox turned a promising overnight stand into a 150-run partnership. | Usman's late burst offered Pakistan some relief after England had capitalised on inconsistent bowling throughout the day. The visitors had enjoyed helpful conditions when play finally began following rain delays, with the ball moving under grey skies and artificial lights. | But Pakistan failed to maintain the required lines…
(2026-08-21). 80th Independence Day: The Way Forward. ummid.com The Jantar Mantar initiative is just the beginning, a long way to go to restore the dreams of Gandhi and Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh and Subhash Bose, Maulana Azad and Sardar Patel.
(2026-08-21). Karnataka UGCET, UGNEET 2026 Allotment Results: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is releasing on its official website 'kea.kar.nic.in' Karnataka UGCET 2026 Second Round and Karnataka UGNEET 2026 First Round Provisional Allotment Results of the Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy, Architecture, Farm Sciences (Agriculture/Veterinary and others) students who had registered for admission in undergraduate courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-21). Brussels Can Now Sanction Any Refinery Buying Russian Oil. Why Did It Give the First One Six Months to Comply? moderndiplomacy.eu On July 23 the European Union used its newest sanctions tool for the first time. Buried inside its twenty first package against Russia was a mechanism that had not existed a year earlier: the power to ban transactions with any refinery anywhere in the world found to be processing Russian crude, not just inside Russia. …
(2026-08-21). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-08-21). Simmons wary of Australia backlash. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh coach Phil Simmons has warned his players to expect a fierce backlash from Australia in the second test after his side shocked the cricket world with a nine-wicket victory in the series opener in Darwin. | Australian media dubbed the defeat the "Darwin Disaster" and Simmons said his side could not afford to be complacent when they face the World Test Championship standings leaders in Mackay from Saturday. | "The only thing I had to say to them – and I will repeat it anyway – is that Australia is going to come harder," Simmons said. | "We have to either keep that level of performance or get a l…
(2026-08-21). RMB strengthens to 6.7808 against USD Thursday. ecns.cn The central parity rate of the Chinese currency yuan strengthened 46 pips to 6.7808 against the U.S. dollar Thursday, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System.
(2026-08-21). 'You fix it, you get paid': Wilmington starts rent escrow program to prod landlords into providing water, heat, electricity. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Renters in Wilmington whose landlords are slow to fix "egregious housing violations" can now put two-thirds of their monthly payment into a secure, city-sponsored escrow account until repairs are made. | Part carrot and part stick,
(2026-08-21). EBALDC transition situation raises slumlord and eviction fears. indybay.org 2008 photo of some California Hotel tenants protesting against their evictions by the Oakland Community Housing, INC., a non profit housing developer that was dissolved.
(2026-08-21). Sunday 8/23: Ceasefire Postcards Pop Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2026-08-21). Monday 9/7: Santa Cruz: Workers Over Billionaires! Labor Day Pro-Union Protest. indybay.org Intersection of Ocean and Water Streets | Santa Cruz, CA…
(2026-08-21). India celebrates 80th Independence Day with Traditional Fervor. ummid.com Indians across the country on Saturday August 15, 2026 celebrated the 80th Independence Day with traditional fervor.
(2026-08-21). Chinese modernization offers insights for development paths, says senior Tajik official. ecns.cn Chinese modernization, a senior Tajik politician has argued, has charted a path distinct from the Western model ⚪ one that offers valuable experience for developing countries seeking a route to modernization suited to their own conditions.
(2026-08-21). Two 'robbers' killed in police shootout. tribune.com.pk 
Two alleged robbers from Punjab were killed in a police encounter near Jharrri Kas on the motorway, with a vehicle, cash and mobile phones recovered from them, police said. | According to police officials, Kot Najibullah police station SHO Chaudhry Khalid, along with a police party, was patrolling under the supervision of Khanpur DSP Raja Muhammad Bashir when they received information that robbers were present with a vehicle near the link road at Jharr, close to the motorway, apparently for committing an offence. | The police team reached the spot, where the suspects allegedly opened fire on seeing the police,…
(2026-08-21). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-08-21). The real issue is energy: Israel seeks to encircle Türkiye through proxies. unitedworldint.com By Yiƒüit Saner As military cooperation between Israel, Greece and South Cyprus deepens in the Eastern Mediterranean, Türkiye is increasingly being described by Tel Aviv as a regional threat. But is this rapprochement driven solely by military calculations? According to Spanish political scientist, academic and translator Dr. Enrique J. Refoyo, at the heart of the …
(2026-08-21). Saturday 8/22: Gold Rush CENTURY: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-08-21). Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's family accuses gov't of defying hospital order. aljazeera.com Khan's sister and personal physician describe a chaotic night as officials give conflicting accounts of his whereabouts.
(2026-08-21). MCC NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Date Changed. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has revised the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 schedule as per which the MBBS and BDS Round 1 Allotment Result, supposed to be published today i.e. August 17, will be released on August 19, 2026.
(2026-08-21). Is China Preparing to Let Its Rare Earth Truce With Washington Expire? moderndiplomacy.eu When China agreed to suspend its sweeping new rare earth export controls in November 2025, Washington and Beijing appeared to have stepped away from another major escalation in their trade confrontation. The measures announced last October were suspended until November 10, 2026, which provided temporary relief to industries dependent on Chinese rare earths. But according …
(2026-08-21). BMW iX3 Flow Concept inspired by Spiderman to exhibit at BMW Welt. ummid.com The BMW iX3 Flow Concept, created in collaboration with the theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which leverages E Ink Prism technology to transform the vehicle exterior into a programmable, paint-like digital surface will be put on display at BMW Welt in Munich.
(2026-08-21). Arsenal embrace being 'hunted' as Premier League returns. tribune.com.pk 
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal will embrace being "hunted" by their title rivals as the new Premier League season kicks off with the champions facing Coventry on Friday. | Just 34 days after a captivating World Cup came to an end, the Premier League returns with Arsenal aiming to cement their position as English football's preeminent force. | The Gunners have the honour of playing the opening game of the season at the Emirates Stadium, before a packed slate of top-flight matches across Saturday, Sunday and Monday. | Arteta's side won the Premier League for the first time in 22 years last season, finally getting the…
(2026-08-21). Can Russia's "New Ideas" Bring the Ukraine War Back to the Negotiating Table? moderndiplomacy.eu Russia is prepared to consider new proposals for ending the war in Ukraine, but Moscow says any settlement must account for what it describes as the "realities on the ground." Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Moscow was ready to listen to reasonable ideas from Washington and continue diplomatic engagement. His comments come as …
(2026-08-21). Psychedelics for Climate Action (12,000 cultists). wattsupwiththat.com "Our psychedelic-climate leaders are active today, creating change and doing compelling transformational work in this space."
(2026-08-21). Woman accuses in-laws of torture. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-21). Wer steckt hinter der Sprengung der Nord-Stream-Pipelines? strategic-culture.su Inwieweit trà§gt die Verhaftung des ukrainischen Tauchers Wolodymyr Schurawljow in Kroatien dazu bei, diesen spektakulà§ren Fall aufzuklà§ren? | Ein erneuter Anstieg des Interesses an den Ermittlungen zur Sabotage an den russischen Pipelines wurde durch die Festnahme des ukrainischen Tauchers Wolodymyr Sch. in der kroatischen Stadt Pula ausgelà∂st. Vor ein paar Tagen berichtete der Fernsehsender ARD, dass es sich um den zweiten Verdà§chtigen im Fall der Sprengung der ‚ÄûNord Stream"-Pipelines handele. Obwohl der Sender den Nachnamen des Festgenommenen nur mit einem Buchst…
(2026-08-21). Spain: Humanitarian and Rights Crisis in Ceuta. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Two of the migrants and asylum seekers who swam to Ceuta in July 2026, walk on Trampolín beach, August 2026. | © 2026 José Antonio Sempere Gálvez for Human Rights Watch | (Milan) — The Spanish government and local authorities in its North African enclave Ceuta should act urgently to provide adequate shelter to all migrants and asylum seekers living unsheltered since entering Ceuta from Morocco at the end of July, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities should provide the opportunity to apply for asylum for those who want to."Thousands of people have been in the streets…
(2026-08-21). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-08-21). US Treasury issues Hezbollah sanctions, labels group Iran-linked. al-monitor.com The sanctions target couriers ferrying Hezbollah funds on commercial flights across the region.
(2026-08-21). Stop Government Surveillance! No to Flock and ALPRs! indybay.org Join us for an action Thursday, August 20th, 5: 00-6: 30, on Broadway and 14th St in Oakland, against Flock and all ALPRs as part of a National Week of Actions organized by DeFlock…
(2026-08-21). World Humanitarian Day: Remarks by Yasmine Praz, Director of Operations, ICRC. icrc.org MSF-HUG event — 19 August 2026…
(2026-08-21). Comparison Of Two German Weather Forecasts: From 25 Years Ago and From Today. wattsupwiththat.com Escalating climate language: 25 years ago, 28 ∞C was "pleasant"…today it is called "extremely dangerous".
(2026-08-21). Smedley Butler Blazed Path for U.S. Empire at Turn of 20th Century, Then He Became Ardent Critic of Gangster Capitalism. covertactionmagazine.com That tension—between the ideal of the United States as a leading champion of democracy on the one hand and a leading destroyer of democracy on the other—remains the often-unacknowledged fault line running through American politics today. — Jonathan M. Katz, Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire [1] …
(2026-08-21). Xi'an hosts ISU Junior Grand Prix opening leg. ecns.cn The Xi'an leg of the ISU Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2026/27 officially opened on Thursday, gathering more than 100 young skaters from over 30 countries and regions.
(2026-08-21). Chad: Political Opponents Freed. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Demonstrators in Paris, France wave Chadian flags during a rally calling for the release of Succès Masra, May 31, 2025. | © 2025 Umit Donmez / Anadolu via AFP | (New York) — The Chadian authorities should vacate or set aside the conviction of Succès Masra, the former Chadian prime minister and main opposition leader, Human Rights Watch said today. Masra was released from prison on August 15, 2026, after receiving a presidential pardon.His pardon and those of eight other political opponents led to their release from prison. However, their convictions for conduct that was legit…
(2026-08-21). Russia is ready for new ideas on Ukraine peace, but with conditions, senior diplomat says. tribune.com.pk 
Russia is open to listening to new proposals on how to reach a settlement on the Ukraine conflict, a senior Russian diplomat said, but any proposals should reflect the "realities on the ground". | Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said in an interview with media outlet News.ru published on Friday that the United States demonstrated a readiness for "constructive dialogue" and an "understanding of Russia's position". | "At this stage, it is more important to what extent Washington is able to influence the decisions of the Kyiv regime and its European sponsors, who still dream of a 'strategic defeat'
(2026-08-21). El Nino set to be most intense 'for over a century': UK forecasters. aljazeera.com Met Office predicts 'unprecedented' sea surface temperature rise of 3C (5.4F) plus will heighten extreme weather risks.
(2026-08-21). China, UAE to hold Falcon Shield 2026 joint air force training. ecns.cn The air forces of China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will hold the "Falcon Shield 2026" joint training in Hotan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the Chinese Ministry of National Defense said on Friday.
(2026-08-21). Why The FCRA Debate Should Concern Every Indian? ummid.com India could lose something more fundamental if it gets the FCRA question wrong: the autonomy of the institutions through which minorities and citizens organise themselves outside the state.
(2026-08-21). CENTRESTAGE to showcase 270 fashion brands to Hong Kong. ecns.cn CENTRESTAGE, Hong Kong's annual fashion showcase, will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from Sept. 2 to 5, bringing together around 270 brands from 24 countries and regions and featuring more than 30 fashion shows.
(2026-08-21). Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Merit List Today – Time, Link to Check. ummid.com Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell (CET) is publishing on its official website 'medicalug2026.mahacet.org' today i.e. Tuesday August 18, 2026 NEET UG 2026 Provisional Merit List of candidates who have registered for Admission in First Year Health Science Courses including MBBS and BDS.
(2026-08-21). What is Geomagnetic Storm, set to hit Earth Monday Aug 17. ummid.com The British Geological Survey has warned that our Earth could be hit by a Geomagnetic Storm capable of disturbing Earth's magnetosphere and producing spectacular aurora displays at high latitudes on Monday, August 17, 2026.
(2026-08-21). Inter set for Serie A title defence. tribune.com.pk 
Inter Milan begin their Serie A title defence on Saturday as clear favourites to retain the Scudetto, but the reigning champions have undergone significant changes since completing a league and Italian Cup double in May. | Cristian Chivu is entering his second season in charge and has reshaped a squad he inherited from Simone Inzaghi little over a year ago. | The Romanian has focused on rejuvenating an ageing team while adding a distinctly Premier League flavour during the summer transfer window. | Spanish goalkeeper Josep Martinez is expected to take over from the departed Yann Sommer as part of a refreshed r…
(2026-08-21). UNESCO chief reaffirms support for Lebanon, announces assistance. ecns.cn The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has increased its targeted assistance for emergency education response and recovery in Lebanon to 1.8 million U.S. dollars, as the organization's Director-General, Khaled El-Enany, reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the country during his first official visit.
(2026-08-21). Iran vows 'devastating' response as US threatens toughest ever economic hit. tribune.com.pk 
Iran said on Friday that its response to any new United States threats would be "devastating" after Washington pledged to impose the toughest financial penalties in history with the aim of toppling the Iranian leadership. | The Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Ali Abdollahi, said the Islamic Republic's reaction would be broad and decisive. | "With preparedness across land, sea, air, air defence and cyberspace, Iran's armed forces will respond to the enemy's new threats with crushing, punishing and devastating responses," Abdollahi was quoted as saying by Iranian media. | Earlier, Iranian Pa…
(2026-08-21). What's Really Going On Inside Animals' Heads? whyy.org Do animals feel love, anger, or empathy? Researchers have long dismissed such ideas as anthropomorphism, arguing that attributing human emotions to animals was unscientific. | But as we learn more about animal sentience, that's starting to change — and, in the process, we're learning more than ever about the complex inner lives of animals, including why we may be more alike than we once thought. | On this encore episode, we explore what researchers have discovered about what's really going on inside other species' heads. We talk with a primatologist about why she believes baboons and other animals possess a…
(2026-08-21). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-21). Xinjiang foreign trade grows 4.4% as trade with Africa more than doubles. ecns.cn Foreign trade in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region reached 335.22 billion yuan ($49.9 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 4.4% year on year, according to Urumqi Customs. In July alone, the region's foreign trade surged 70.4% from a year earlier.
(2026-08-21). China's Pingyao International Photography Festival draws nearly 20,000 works from over 2,600 photographers. ecns.cn More than 2,600 photographers from 34 countries and regions and 21 Chinese provinces have registered for the 26th Pingyao International Photography Festival, which will open on Sept. 19 in the ancient city of Pingyao in north China's Shanxi Province, organizers said Thursday.
(2026-08-21). UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing the UGC NET June 2026 Provisional Answer Key on its official website 'ugcnet.nta.nic.in' today i.e. Sunday August 16, 2026.
(2026-08-21). China regains top spot among Germany's trading partners in H1. ecns.cn China remained Germany's largest trading partner in the first half of 2026, with bilateral trade reaching 125.5 billion euros ($146.8 billion), according to data released by the German Federal Statistical Office on Wednesday.
(2026-08-21). Korea Varsity Researchers Develop Electromagnetically Controllable Gene Switch. ummid.com A team of researchers at Dongguk University, South Korea has developed a novel electromagnetic field (EMF) responsive gene switch which represents a powerful non-invasive platform for gene research and therapy.
(2026-08-21). Russian Strike on Kyiv Kills 16, Highlighting Ukrainian Missile Shortage. news.antiwar.com Russia struck the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv and the surrounding region with a massive barrage of drones and missiles in an hours-long night attack that killed 16 people, officials said Thursday. The Russian Defense Ministry claimed that it hit military-industrial sites in and around Kyiv that manufactured long-range drone and cruise missile components, as well …
(2026-08-21). How changing diets are creating new markets for Africa's Indigenous crops. globalvoices.org As health-conscious consumers increasingly look beyond wheat, Africa's Indigenous crops are finding new commercial value.Global VoicesPackaged Cassava and Potato flour. Photo by Bonface Orucho. Used with permission. | This story was written by Bonface Orucho and originally published by Bird Story Agency on July 28, 2026. This revised version is republished below as part of a content-sharing agreement. It is also part of Global Voices' August 2026 Spotlight series, " Indigen…
(2026-08-21). Now Indian expats in Qatar can send remittances via UPI. ummid.com India Post, in collaboration with Qatar Post, the Universal Postal Union's Interconnection Platform (UPU-IP) and NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), has announced availability of the Qatar-India remittance service, PosTransfer powered by UPI.
(2026-08-21). No principles in the firearms policies of political parties. onlineopinion.com.au As most sporting shooters are well aware, the major parties have little to no interest in the shooting sports.
(2026-08-21). China urges U.S. to withdraw Section 232 tariffs on drones, parts. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce on Thursday urged the United States to immediately withdraw its Section 232 tariff measures on drones and drone components, saying the measures severely harm the interests of Chinese enterprises and disrupt cooperation in global drone industrial and supply chains.
(2026-08-21). China adds Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam to 240-hour visa-free transit program, raising total covered countries to 57. ecns.cn China has expanded its 240-hour visa-free transit policy to citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam, bringing the number of countries covered by the policy to 57, according to the National Immigration Administration (NIA) on Wednesday.
(2026-08-21). Appeal to Pope Leo XIV to Organize a Global Leaders Summit to Address the Questions of Peace and Nuclear Disarmament. worldbeyondwar.org We, the undersigned from around the world, think the timing is propitious for calling an emergency international summit to address major conflicts in the world and the need for stepping away from the nuclear precipice. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-08-21). Syrian FM, CDF Munir discuss regional security and bilateral defence ties. tribune.com.pk 
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani and his delegation called on Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Asim Munir, at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, the military's media wing said on Friday. | According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the meeting, the two sides discussed matters of mutual interest, the regional security environment and avenues for enhanced bilateral defence and security cooperation. | "Field Marshal Munir highlighted Pakistan's longstanding fraternal ties with Syria and shared Pakistan's perspective on global p…
(2026-08-21). Saturday 8/22: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Berkeley Marina, Seabreeze Parking lot at 598 University Ave…
(2026-08-21). 'I heard you missed me': Melania Trump jokes about month out of spotlight. geo.tv US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump participate in a Fostering the Future announcement in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC, August 20, 2026.— Reuters
(2026-08-21). ICRC president: At 77, the Geneva Conventions remain indispensable to humanity and global stability. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, to mark the 77th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 on August 12th.
(2026-08-21). Black Myth: Zhong Kui unveils 15-minute gameplay as series moves beyond Wukong. ecns.cn Chinese game developer Game Science released a 15-minute gameplay video for Black Myth: Zhong Kui on Thursday, the second anniversary of the launch of its global hit Black Myth: Wukong, offering the first look at the new protagonist combat style and snippets of the storyline.
(2026-08-21). What Makes Shiva Dhaba the Best Dhaba to Visit? indybay.org Looking for a great place to enjoy pure vegetarian food during your journey? Discover what makes Rudr Shiva By Jagdeesh a popular choice for travelers seeking tasty North Indian food, comfortable family dining, clean surroundings, and convenient access near the Yamuna Expressway. Find out why it can be a perfect stop for your next meal.
(2026-08-21). Imran tells sister he is facing 'severe injustice and torture'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan told his sister, Dr Uzma Khan, that he was being subjected to "severe injustice and torture", while Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said on Friday that the party would approach the courts with a contempt petition over the alleged non-implementation of the Supreme Court's order regarding Imran's medical treatment. | Speaking at a press conference at K-P House in Islamabad, Dr Uzma said Imran had complained about his treatment in detention during their meeting at PIMS. "Imran repeatedly said that they had been treating him very unjustly for…
(2026-08-21). DUSU Election 2026 Schedule Published. ummid.com The Delhi University (DU) has issued the notification and published the complete schedule of the high stake Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) Elections 2026.
(2026-08-21). Combat the affordability crisis by strengthening distributed clean energy. indybay.org Lawmakers who are veterans, officials and Yetide Badaki will address how we can combat America's affordability crisis by strengthening clean energy security with distributed energy and strong environmental policies that protect people.
(2026-08-21). Breakfast shop owner's gesture to child with cancer sparks wave of giving. ecns.cn A breakfast shop owner in Hefei, Anhui Province, quietly slipped 100 yuan ($15) and two cups of soy milk into a food delivery order Monday after learning it was for a child undergoing chemotherapy. The act quickly went viral, inspiring pay-it-forward orders and nationwide support.
(2026-08-21). 10,000-square-meter 'Robot Consumer Street' debuts in Beijing. ecns.cn A nearly 10,000squaremeter "Robot Consumer Street" opened Wednesday at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing's EconomicTechnological Development Area, featuring more than 20 leading robotics companies.
(2026-08-21). Statement of the Ukrainian Pacifist Movement: Defending Human Rights and Ending Lawlessness in Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCCs). worldbeyondwar.org 
By We support Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets and his representative Andriy Kryuchkov in their resistance to the lawlessness of territorial recruitment centers (TCCs). We are concerned about the information attacks on the Ombudsman's institution and the attempts by offending commanders to shift responsibility for their un…
(2026-08-21). EBALDC nonprofit housing developer lays off 81 employees at 24 properties. indybay.org Effie's House a 21 unit residential Section 8 Project Based building in Oakland, will soon be managed by WinnResidential starting October 1, 2026, instead of the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC).
(2026-08-21). Syrian Kurds announce completion of civil, military integration with Damascus. al-monitor.com The integration of the Kurdish administration within Syria's state institutions is now complete, Syrian Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi said on Thursday, marking the end of the Kurds' long-held dream of autonomy. | The announcement follows months of negotiations between the two sides after a January agreement that called for the full integration of Kurdish civil and military institutions into the state ⚪ a move Washington deemed "historic".
(2026-08-21). Why Are Nigerian Schoolchildren Still Missing Nearly 100 Days After Their Abduction? moderndiplomacy.eu Families Demand Action as Children Remain Missing Families in Nigeria's northeastern Borno state protested on Thursday, demanding that the government secure the release of children abducted from their classrooms nearly 100 days ago. The children were taken on May 15 from a school in Mussa, a community located on the fringes of the Sambisa Forest, …
(2026-08-21). Who Can Be Called a Politician and What Does It Mean? indybay.org Understand who can be called a politician, what the role means, and which qualities define effective political leadership. Explore the importance of public service, responsibility, communication, integrity, and community participation in politics.
(2026-08-21). Hong Kong launches 2026 ASEAN Film Festival. ecns.cn The 2026 ASEAN Film Festival kicked off in Hong Kong on Thursday. It features over 30 free screenings at multiple local venues through to Sept. 27.
(2026-08-21). US hits Hezbollah with fresh sanctions, emphasizing ties to Iranian government. al-monitor.com By Daphne Psaledakis and Michael MartinaWASHINGTON, Aug 20 (Reuters) – The United States on Thursday issued fresh sanctions targeting Lebanon's Hezbollah, including re-designating it over actions on behalf of the Iranian government, according to a statement seen by Reuters.The Treasury Department redesignated the group "for service to the Iranian regime under the command of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force," according to the statement.
(2026-08-21). China, Indonesia ministers meet to discuss security and economic issues. tribune.com.pk 
China's defence and foreign ministers met their Indonesian counterparts on Friday, with security, politics and economic issues set to dominate talks, as Jakarta tries to balance ties with both Beijing and Washington amid trade battles and tensions in the South China Sea. | China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi, visiting Jakarta for the first time in two years, met Indonesian counterpart Sugiono and was due to participate later in a "2+2" meeting with the two countries' defence ministers. | Wang in introductory remarks said that amid complex global challenges, it was timely they were meeting under the new dialogue m…
(2026-08-21). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-21). Chinese FM urges greater progress in China-South Korea strategic cooperative partnership. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Thursday that he hopes South Korea will firmly pursue a friendly policy toward China and take the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries next year as an opportunity to make greater progress in the China-South Korea strategic cooperative partnership.
(2026-08-21). U.S. sanctions 10 individuals for 'transferring cash' to Hezbollah. ecns.cn The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) said Thursday it has imposed sanctions on 10 individuals that are "part of a network responsible for transferring cash" to Hezbollah.
(2026-08-21). Maha Direct 2nd Yr Engg 2026 Round 2 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to release today i.e. Friday August 14, 2026 on its official website 'dse2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round II of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Engineering and Technology (BE and B Tech) courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-21). US says it will impose sanctions in on Iran. al-monitor.com By Jana Choukeir and Susan HeaveyDUBAI/WASHINGTON, Aug 21 (Reuters) – U.S. Treasury chief Scott Bessent said the United States will impose "the toughest sanctions in history" on Iran, a move he suggested would lessen the need for new major military operations.Bessent's comments on Thursday followed President Donald Trump's threat a day earlier of "Economic Warfare" and warning of economic consequences against any country that provided "any type of lifeline to Iran." Bessent promised details next week.
(2026-08-21). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-08-21). Turkey signals restraint as war of words with Israel escalates over Syria. al-monitor.com The Turkish president's top communications aide says Ankara will not be drawn into the Israeli government's "games" as Washington pushes a Turkey-Israel-Syria deconfliction mechanism.
(2026-08-21). South China's Zhuhai airport cargo port tops 15,000 tons in first year. ecns.cn Zhuhai Airport's international cargo port in South China's Guangdong Province has handled over 15,000 metric tons of international air cargo in the first year since it was temporarily opened to international freight operations.
(2026-08-21). GATE 2027 Registration Delayed: Read Notification. ummid.com IIT Madras, the official authority to conduct Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering this year, has delayed the online registration and application process of GATE 2027.
(2026-08-21). CSIR NET June 2026 Answer Key Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing the Joint CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Provisional Answer Key on its official website 'csirnet.nta.nic.in' today i.e. Sunday August 16, 2026.
(2026-08-21). Liverpool preview: Five key questions heading into 2026-27 season. aljazeera.com Liverpool's new Spanish boss is tasked with making the club title challengers again, but he faces a number of issues.
(2026-08-21). Saturday 10/10: Monterey Film Screening: All Left of You. indybay.org Irvine Auditorium, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 499 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA 93944…
(2026-08-21). Sister of ex-Pakistan PM Khan says he is being tortured in jail. aljazeera.com The sister of Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan says he told her he was being tortured in jail.
(2026-08-21). South Korea footballers urge safety after extreme heat statistics. aljazeera.com South Korea professional football association urges stronger heat protections in face of rising temperatures.
(2026-08-21). Joe Root equals Sachin Tendulkar's record. tribune.com.pk 
England captain Joe Root further enhanced his reputation as one of Test cricket's most prolific batters on Thursday, equalling Indian great Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most half-centuries in the history of the format during England's first Test against Pakistan at Headingley. | Root reached his 68th Test fifty on the second day of the opening Test, bringing him level with Tendulkar at the top of the all-time list. The England batter, however, was unable to convert the milestone into another major score, falling for 66 off 112 deliveries. | His innings was marked by authority and patience, with Root strik…
(2026-08-21). JMI's Sabeera Haris Wins International Shotgun Shooting Competition in Italy. ummid.com Sabeera Haris, a first-year BBA student at Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) and an international shooting player, has attained the top position (187/200 points) in the Senior Women's category at the Perazzi Cup, an international shotgun shooting competition.
(2026-08-21). ILWU & Supporters Rally At Superior Court House To Demand "Drop The Charges On Crocket 10" indybay.org Supporters of the Crockett 10 who were arrested at the C&H Crockett picket line on July 21, 2026 rallied at the Richmond Superior Court to demand that the charges be dropped.
(2026-08-21). Israeli soldiers throw belongings from besieged Palestinian home. aljazeera.com Israeli soldiers were filmed throwing belongings from Palestinian homes in Qusra.
(2026-08-21). This Mysterious "Astroturf" Group Popped Up to Defend the Paramount Merger. theintercept.com 
(2026-08-21). What Is the Most Popular Leadership Style? indybay.org Discover what the most popular leadership style is and why democratic leadership is widely valued. Learn about its key qualities, benefits, decision-making approach, teamwork, communication, and role in building trust and stronger communities.
(2026-08-21). Top India court orders new steps to protect threatened elephants. tribune.com.pk 
India's top court has ordered tough new steps to protect wild elephant herds as habitat loss and human-elephant conflict intensify, a move welcomed by campaigners on Friday. | The world's most populous nation is also home to the majority of Asian elephants, a species listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and whose habitat is increasingly being sliced up by highways and railways or clawed up by mines. | The Supreme Court has directed states to prevent the blockage of elephant corridors – routes used by herds to move between rapidly shrinking habitats – and ordered a survey t…
(2026-08-21). Chinese robotics firms accelerate global expansion. ecns.cn "Going global" has emerged as one of the key themes of the 2026 World Robot Conference, which is being held in Beijing from Aug. 19 to 23.
(2026-08-21). Why are Hong Kong's Tiananmen vigil organisers facing prison? aljazeera.com Amnesty International said they 'must be released immediately and unconditionally'.
(2026-08-21). Why Israeli tenders for illegal E1 West Bank settlement prompted outrage. aljazeera.com Experts say the project would partition the occupied West Bank, making the prospect of Palestinian statehood impossible.
(2026-08-21). PTI to file contempt petition over non-implementation of SC order: Salman Raja. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Secretary General Salman Akram Raja said on Friday that the party would file a contempt of court petition over the government's failure to implement the Supreme Court's (SC) order directing the transfer of party founder Imran Khan to Islamabad's Shifa International Hospital, and accusing the authorities of refusing to accept the court's decision. | The remark came following the Information Minister Attaullah Tarar's statement that Imran had not been admitted to Shifa Hospital, as had been expected following the SC's order, but had instead been taken directly to Pakistan Institute of Me…
(2026-08-21). Imperial nostalgia: afghanistan after five years of Taliban rule. onlineopinion.com.au The lesson scrawled and etched across the neglected covers of history books suggests one mighty, consistent rule: never invade Afghanistan.
(2026-08-21). Hamilton chases eighth F1 title. tribune.com.pk 
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said Thursday he had spent the summer break training not partying, in the best shape of his life as he chases another title. | The 41-year-old sits 50 points behind current championship leader Kimi Antonelli but said his Ferrari was in a "sweet spot" that gave him hope of being able to close the gap. | "This has been the most different summer break that I've ever had in all of my championship seasons," the veteran Briton told reporters. | Previous summer breaks involved a week or two off "with a bit of partying and stuff," he said. | But this year was differ…
(2026-08-21). Saturday 8/22: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday Saturday August 22nd 10am-Noon. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-08-21). Jinnah's rare photos go on display. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi on Thursday inaugurated a rare photographic exhibition documenting the life and official engagements of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah through the lens of his official photographer, Ziauddin Barni. | Titled "Quaid-e-Azam: The First Governor-General of Pakistan 1947 ñ1948", the exhibition is being held at the National Art Gallery of the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) as part of commemorative activities marking Pakistan's 79th Independence Day. | PNCA Director General Muhammad Ayoub Jamali accompanied the minister at…
(2026-08-21). Member of cross-border gambling ring arrested in $400 million case. ecns.cn Chinese and Philippine authorities have arrested and repatriated a Chinese national, surnamed Chen, accused of organizing crossborder online gambling that defrauded players of more than 2.92 billion yuan ($405 million).
(2026-08-21). Several people injured in sword attack at Swedish high school. geo.tv Police officers stand near the Risbergska school, following a deadly shooting attack at the adult education center in Orebro, Sweden, February 5, 2025. — Reuters Several people were injured on Friday at a Swedish high school by a person armed with a sword, the Fagersta…
(2026-08-21). Governments Should Protect Environmental Defenders from Violence and Repression. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Supporters of imprisoned environmental activists stage a protest during their appeal hearing outside of the Royal Courts of Justice, London, January 29, 2025. | © 2025 Sipa via AP Images | As space for environmental advocacy rapidly shrinks, Indigenous peoples, climate activists, and land defenders increasingly face harassment, criminalization, and repression for protecting lands, ecosystems, and communities from environmental harm. The use of violence, intimidation, and threats to silence environmental defenders is an urgent challenge. | Human Rights Watch Submission on Environm…
(2026-08-21). NTA cancels 3 UGC-NET June 2026 Papers, Rahul seeks accountability. ummid.com Hours after releasing the Provisional Answer Keys, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced to cancel and re-conduct three papers of the UGC NET June 2026 exams.
(2026-08-21). MCC NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) is releasing on its official website 'mcc.nic.in' Seat Allotment Result 2026 of MCC NEET UG 2026 (MBBS / BDS) Round 1 Counselling today i.e. August 19, 2026.
(2026-08-21). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-21). Pakistani students win World Champions award at Global MUN. tribune.com.pk 
On Pakistan's 80th Independence Day, students from Westminster Islamabad made the nation proud by winning the World Champions and Best Delegation award at Global Model UN Singapore 2026. | While representing Pakistan at the most authentic simulation of the United Nations (UN) organised by the World Federation of UN Associations (WFUNA), a group of 10 students from Westminster Islamabad participated and won 8 Best Diplomacy Awards, whereas 2 students were also shortlisted to be among the only 12 speakers internationally to give the Plenary Speech at the Opening Ceremony. The conference hosted more than 700 stud…
(2026-08-21). Chinese Culture Carnival opens in London. ecns.cn The 2026 Chinese Culture Carnival launched Thursday in London's Chinatown, offering immersive workshops to connect BritishChinese youth with their heritage.
(2026-08-21). Chinese milk tea brands win over young consumers around the world. ecns.cn Chinese modern tea brands such as Mixue Ice Cream & Tea and CHAGEE are rapidly expanding overseas and gaining popularity among young consumers around the world. From Southeast and Central Asia to the Americas, long queues outside Chinese tea shops are becoming an increasingly common sight.
(2026-08-21). Gujarat NEET UG Merit List 2026 Published, Download PDF. ummid.com Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC) has released on its official website 'medadmgujarat.org' the Gujarat NEET UG 2026 Merit List of the students, who have registered for admission in different medical and dental courses including MBBS and BDS for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-21). Monday 9/21: Seaside: Peace Day Film and Potluck. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA, 93955…
(2026-08-21). China approves private firm for satellite IoT trial. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has authorized Zhejiang Geespace to conduct a two-year commercial trial of satellite Internet of Things (IoT) services, marking a further opening of the sector to private firms.
(2026-08-21). Is China Testing Taiwan's Defences With a Research Ship Near Its Waters? moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan Warns Chinese Vessel to Leave Sensitive Waters Taiwan's coast guard said on Friday it had warned off and shadowed a Chinese research vessel operating in sensitive waters west of the island, marking the third time the ship has appeared near Taiwan since May. The vessel, the Tongji, was spotted late Thursday about 24.9 nautical …
(2026-08-21). China's GAC enters Ghanaian market with new range of automobiles. ecns.cn Chinese automaker Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC) has officially launched its brand onto the Ghanaian market, unveiling a fleet of its latest sophisticated automobiles for the local market.
(2026-08-21). From Lucknow to Azamgarh: Students Protesting Against Yogi Govt Across UP. ummid.com Lucknow, Azamgarh, Kannauj, Hamirpur and Fatehpur, the list of Uttar Pradesh cities where students, Gen Alpha, are protesting against the Adityanath Government is growing with every passing day.
(2026-08-21). Shanghai and Hong Kong researchers unlocks key heart repair mechanism. ecns.cn A joint research team from Shanghai and Hong Kong published a landmark study in the journal Science on Friday, revealing the mechanisms behind the heart's innate emergency blood-supply pathway. The discovery could lead to game-changing treatments for acute myocardial infarction.
(2026-08-21). Maha Direct 2nd Yr Pharmacy 2026 Round 2 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to publish today i.e. Sunday August 16, 2026 on its official website 'dsp2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round II (DSP 2026 CAP Round 2) of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Pharmacy ( B Pharmacy and Pharm D) courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-21). Free Health Screenings Come to San Canal Neighborhood, Aug. 24—25. indybay.org Canal Alliance and MiSalud Health team up to offer free blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol checks — and a caring first step toward mental health support — in Spanish and English…
(2026-08-21). Is China-US Trust Down to a Single Day? moderndiplomacy.eu According to an exclusive report from POLITICO, Xi Jinping's planned September visit to the United States has reportedly been shortened to just one day. If accurate, this would suggest that the outcomes and hard-won trust built during the two leaders' May meeting in Beijing have nearly evaporated. Historically, instances in which a Chinese leader has …
(2026-08-21). Serie A: Key talking points heading into the new 2026-27 season. aljazeera.com Holders Inter Milan face challenge from reinvigorated AC and Juventus, while Napoli and Roma look to bounce back.
(2026-08-21). Frequently asked questions: Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Ethiopia. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Afghanistan: Operational Facts and Figures — January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). How Trump used foreign policy to destroy the U.S. economy. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-21). Stepan Bandera is haunting the Ukraine War and Polish elections. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-08-21). Preserving humanity and dignity in the Philippines' armed conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Democratic Republic of the Congo: More than 80,000 people receive food and seed. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Six-year-old child dies after being slapped by teacher in India. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-21). Yesterday's Press TV interview on Trump's latest sanctions threat. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-08-21). Philippines: Facts and figures from January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Democratic Republic of the Congo: ICRC hands over 15 people released by the Congolese authorities to AFC/M23. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Russia: ICRC helps displaced people start over. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Ukraine: Civilian casualties rise as conflict escalates. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Diesel: The Netanyahu-Trump War on Iran Threatens Shortages, Price Spike. juancole.com
(2026-08-21). Why the world cannot normalize the killing of those who help. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Myanmar: ICRC visits Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Delaware election 2026: Your Democratic primary voter guide for attorney general. whyy.org
(2026-08-21). Haiti: Do everything possible to protect the population from the effects of escalating armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). World Humanitarian Day: Health care is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Mali: Six injured people transferred from Kidal to Gao. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Restoring hope: five years of MHPSS support for repatriated families in Central Asia. icrc.org
(2026-08-21). Storia critica del progetto di Difesa Comune Europea: l'illusione dell'integrazione continentale. strategic-culture.su L'UE non puà≤ perseguire una difesa comune non perché le manchi il coraggio, ma perché la sua stessa struttura istituzionale è concepita per impedire l'emergere di una volontà unitaria riguardo all'uso della forza. | Segue nostro Unione Europea Occidentale, ovvero la difesa come un guscio vuoto | Proseguendo la critica sul progetto di Difesa Comune Europea, riprendiamo le tappe storiche dei vari tentativi di strutturazione. | Pochi m…
(2026-08-21). Barcelona's Flick targets La Liga hat-trick. tribune.com.pk 
Hansi Flick's second season at Barcelona built on the success of his first, with the German coach guiding the Catalan giants to a second straight La Liga title. | His third campaign, however, brings significant structural change to the team as Barcelona look to maintain their domestic dominance and handle the threat of Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid, while aiming to end their wait for Champions League glory. | Barca begin their campaign at Elche on Sunday in the Spanish top flight, a day after Mourinho's Los Blancos visit Espanyol in the Catalan capital. | "We have an incredible team, with a lot of quality," Flic…
(2026-08-20). Exclusive: How Trump tried to bribe the head of the IRGC. strategic-culture.su Mafia, piracy, bribing, extortion: talk about a flexible Empire at work | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Empire of Chaos, Lies, Plund…
(2026-08-20). Australia, don't be surprised. Israel does this to Palestinians all the time. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Adla Alnazer The IDF's decision not to open a criminal investigation into the deaths of seven aid workers from World Central Kitchen, including an Australian citizen, drew strong condemnation. But for Palestinians, this has simply become the norm. Four years ago, when I arrived from Palestine to study for my Master's degree in…
(2026-08-20). Lukashenko to hold talks with Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing. eng.belta.by The main negotiation program at the head-of-state level is scheduled for Friday, 21 August. The presidents will discuss the state and prospects of bilateral cooperation, with key areas outlined in the roadmap for 2026-2028.
(2026-08-20). The Ulchi Freedom Shield Cuts: Why Did the US Rattle Its Most Important Asian Ally? moderndiplomacy.eu When a US president scales back military exercises with a key Pacific ally hours before they begin, and offers two contradictory reasons for doing so, the question isn't which reason is true. It's what both of them together reveal about the state of American strategy. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday, in a Truth Social …
(2026-08-20). Fiji's HIV epidemic has yet to reach a 'turning point', warns minister. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific reporters Fiji is now in a generalised HIV epidemic, which means the virus is firmly established and spreading within the general population. The number of people living with HIV in Fiji has risen sharply over the past decade. Fiji's Health Minister Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu declared an HIV outbreak in January 2025. READ…
(2026-08-20). British Press Photographers' Association condemns government's lie to refugees. thecanary.co 
The British Press Photographers' Association (BPPA) has sharply condemned Shabana Mahmood's Home Office for lying to refugees in its information pack for asylum seekers. Home Office pandering to racists The latest lie comes amid wider condemnation for Mahmood for implying in the pack that asylum seekers are more likely to rape or sexually harass. This […] | By
(2026-08-20). Il fattore colombiano in Sudamerica. strategic-culture.su Negli ultimi anni la sinistra latinoamericana ha puntato su un'immagine della Colombia che non corrisponde alla realtà storica del Paese. | Segue nostro In Colombia, il neoeletto presidente Abelardo de la Espriella ha avviato un forte riavvicinamento con lo Stato di Israele. Le relazioni, che erano state tese durante il governo di Gustavo Petro, non solo sono state pienamente ripristinate, ma si sono anche notevolmente rafforzate: il nuo…