(2026-09-15). L'America sta preparando un'arma nucleare tattica contro l'Iran? strategic-culture.su Trump sta perdendo la guerra contro l'Iran — e ora l'opzione nucleare sta diventando la norma. | Segue nostro La trappola dell'escalation si sta facendo sempre più insidiosa per Trump e la sua cricca di adulatori, poiché quella che un tempo era una discussione legata all'esistenzialismo — l'opzione nucleare — viene ora ridimensionata a qualsiasi tipo di opzione militare. Semplicemente una bomba più potente. Più Trump su…
(2026-09-15). Trump rejects AI guardrails, calls fears of humanity's imminent extinction 'hoax'. geo.tv US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on artificial intelligence at the "Winning the AI Race" Summit in Washington DC, US, July 23, 2025. — ReutersTrump says the US cannot afford to lose the AI race to China.Stresses Only guardrails needed are smart president, US…
2026-09-15: Norman Finkelstein Reveals Shocking Discoveries While Researching History of Israel's Gaza Obsession
Norman Finkelstein has been telling the truth about Gaza longer than anyone else in academia. Naturally the media have dismissed him as an antisemite or ignored him completely.
Norman Finkelstein received his doctorate from the Department of Politics at Princeton University. His books have been translated into some sixty foreign editions. They include The Holocaust Industry, What Gandhi Says, and I'll Burn That Bridge When I Get to It. A 2020 study ranked Finkelstein the fifth most influential political scientist in the world.
Norman Finkelstein's new book is Gaza's Gravediggers:
2026-09-14: Visiting America's First Gaza Holocaust Memorial
Ashley visits a Gaza Holocaust memorial installation honoring more than 18,500 Palestinian children ki*led in Gaza between October 7, 2023 and July 2025. Created by artist Phil Buehler, the installation stretches across four panels, inviting visitors to read the names of the children and the places where they were ki*lled.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-14). Israeli minister vows to revoke filmmakers' citizenship over award-winning Gaza documentary
Israel's culture minister has vowed to revoke the citizenship of two Israeli filmmakers after their documentary on the Gaza war won a major prize at the Venice Film Festival.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-14). Satellite images reveal extensive damage to key Saudi oil pipeline as supply fears mount
Satellite images have revealed extensive damage to a key Saudi oil pipeline following reported drone strikes, as industry sources warn that a prolonged shutdown could put up to 4% of global oil supplies at risk.
counterpunch.org (2026-09-14). Under the Stars in Old New Mexico: the Growing Resistance to Uranium Mining
In New Mexico, resistance to Trump's demand to resume uranium mining appears to be growing, from local protests against mines, mining-permit proposals and a processing mill in Utah, to statewide and congressional action.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-14). IRGC downs another advanced MQ-1 drone over Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has intercepted and destroyed another advanced MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-09-15). Iran's Electro-Optical Missiles Take Out F-15s Warships — Yemen Offensive Shocks Israel. scheerpost.com Robert Inlakesh MintPress News Ansarallah-led government forces have liberated the entire west coast of Yemen from Saudi-backed forces, triggering an Israeli media meltdown. Meanwhile, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have taken out a series of US assets and began firing new-generation electro-optical missiles at American warships. In this episode of the Target Stream, Mint …
(2026-09-15). Saudi oil arteries under stranglehold as Red Sea war roars, Hormuz talks remain in limbo. geo.tv Members of security forces and emergency personnel inspect a damaged site in the aftermath of Houthi strikes, in a location given as Saudi Arabia, September 8, 2026.— ReutersHouthis maintain control of west coast of Yemen, officials sayIran-backed group said to be increasing…
(2026-09-15). Houthi Control of Red Sea Oil Chokepoint exposes deep Divisions in Brics. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — Houthi rebel forces have seized the Yemeni port of Mokha as well as Mayyun Island overlooking the Bab el-Mandab strait. This gives Iran's most powerful remaining proxy force in the Middle East Directly or indirectly,…
(2026-09-15). Saudi Arabia warns of 'firm' response after Houthi missile, drone attacks injure 13 civilians. tribune.com.pk 
Saudi Arabia warned on Tuesday it would react "firmly" to Yemen's Houthis after a series of attacks using ballistic missiles and drones wounded 13 civilians in the country's south. | The Houthis have been engaged in renewed fighting with Saudi-backed government forces since Yemen's civil war reignited in July, when the group declared a maritime blockade on Riyadh and began targeting its ships in the Red Sea. | The group seized control of Yemen's Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait last week, which has become vital as the wider US-Iran war chokes the Strait of Hormuz, in a significant blow to Yemeni gove…
(2026-09-15). Oil climbs as Saudi pipeline outage, fresh attacks heighten supply concerns. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices rose on Tuesday as concerns over supply disruptions persisted after attacks on Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure left the kingdom's East-West pipeline offline and cast doubt on efforts to ease shipping risks in the Gulf. | Brent crude futures rose $1.37, or 1.3%, to $107.05 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate futures were up $1.53, or 1.51%, at $102.92 a barrel. Both benchmarks rose more than 1% in the previous session. | Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen launched fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia on Monday, while Gulf Arab states postponed plann…
(2026-09-15). Iran War Caught Between Two Elections. unitedworldint.com By Mohammad Reza Moradi, General Director of Mehr News Agency's Foreign Languages and International News Department, from Tehran / Iran The war involving Iran has entered a sensitive phase as its military developments coincide with two important electoral calendars in Israel and the United States. From this perspective, the war is no longer merely a …
(2026-09-15). Iran issues passive defence plan for 3 scenarios, including full-scale war. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Armed Forces General Staff has issued a nationwide passive defence directive outlining preparations for three possible scenarios: the end of war, a ceasefire, and full-scale war. | Major General Ali Abdollahi, chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces and chairman of the country's Permanent Passive Defence Committee, issued the 10-article directive for Iran's 2026 Passive Defence Commemoration programs, according to Fars News Agency on Tuesday. | Under the full-scale war scenario, large public gatherings and in-person events would be suspended, with activities instead focusing on operational preparedne…
(2026-09-15). Iran War Has the U.S. Military on the Brink of a "Breakdown" theintercept.com 
The U.S. military is straining under the pressures of the Iran war, according to two U.S. officials familiar with operations in the Middle East. One cautioned that this stress could lead to a "breakdown" in the military's ability to effectively continue a war that President Donald Trump said would As the conflict has engulfed the region, the military has grappled with a growing list of challenges: Iranian attacks on U.S. bases and warships in the Middle East, depleted stockpiles of defensive munitions, increasing casualties, mai…
(2026-09-15). Wednesday 9/23: Miranda's Rescue Scandal: Talk by Women Who Suspect Animal Abuse & Chron Story Journalists. indybay.org Gray Area – Grand Theater | 2665 Mission St | San Francisco, CA 94110 | A portion of proceeds will benefit low-cost spay and neuter programs in the Bay Area.
(2026-09-15). Lebanon: ICRC facilitates transfer to Lebanon of 5 people detained by Israel. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Milwaukee, September 17, 2026: Anti-Zionism Teach In. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-09-15). The Complicit Lens: US Media Coverage of Israel's Genocide in Gaza. juancole.com Book Review. | Author: : Robin Andersen
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(2026-09-15). Revolutionary Describes Vietnam War Era Mutiny, Blocked Napalm Bombs. popularresistance.org In 1970, two merchant marines, Al Glatkowski and Clyde McKay, successfully commandeered the SS Columbia Eagle carrying nearly 5,000 500 and 750 pound napalm bombs, safely evacuated the crew and sailed the ship to Cambodia, where it was surrendered. This act was done in opposition to the genocide occurring in Vietnam. Al Glatkowski joins Clearing the FOG for this first installment in which he describes what led him to take the action and how it was conducted, as well as the aftermath. In this time of total disregard of international law by the United States and as more members of the military question their involv…
(2026-09-15). MBS arm-twists Trump for help as Houthis rain missiles on Saudi: US says no, offers this instead… hindustantimes.com Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has held talks with U.S. Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper in Jeddah amid escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Press Agency said the meeting reviewed Saudi-U.S. relations and the latest regional developments. It came days after the crown prince reportedly asked President Donald Trump for direct U.S. military action against Yemen's Houthi movement. Reuters reported that Washington declined to take direct military action for now, but agreed to support Riyadh with intelligence-sharing and targeting assistance. The U.S. support is also r…
(2026-09-15). Fascistic Costa Rican government weighs inviting US ground troops. wsws.org President Laura Fernández's declaration that US ground operations would be "very good for national security" marks the collapse of the demilitarized facade behind which the Costa Rican bourgeoisie has ruled since 1948.
(2026-09-15). Democracy Now! 2026-09-15 Tuesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! 2026-09-15 Tuesday: Headlines for September 15, 2026″End Times Fascism": Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor on Billionaires, Bunkers, AI, Gaza & the Far Right
(2026-09-15). UN rights chief says uncovered remains in Gaza raise concerns of war crimes. tribune.com.pk 
The recovery of hundreds of bodies from the rubble of buildings destroyed by Israeli strikes in Gaza during the war that began nearly three years ago has raised fresh concerns about possible war crimes, the United Nations human rights chief said on Tuesday. | Volker Turk said the remains of what appeared to be entire families were being unearthed from sites destroyed during Israeli attacks, adding that many victims were women and children. | "It is heartbreaking that the loved ones of those missing for so long are only now having their worst fears confirmed," he said in a statement. | He said the discoveries r…
(2026-09-15). Venice Film Festival: Naza exposes the savage machinery of war deployed by Israel against defenceless Palestinian civilians. wsws.org The film features interviews with two dozen Israeli military officers outlining the systems and protocols used by the IDF to target and kill civilians in Gaza.
(2026-09-15). Gaza: Thousands of families suffer in uncertainty while their loved ones remain missing. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Delcy Rodríguez Appoints New Officials to Advance Venezuela's Trade and Energy Strategy. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "I have decided to appoint new authorities in strategic areas to strengthen Venezuela's international, commercial, and energy projection," Rodríguez stated. "At this stage, we are moving forward with greater…
(2026-09-15). Venezuela: Anti-Imperialist Popular Front Launches Campaign Against US Intervention. scheerpost.com Andreina Chavez, Orinoco Tribune. Grassroots collectives are preparing agitation campaigns and cultural activities. To spark debates within communities in defense of Venezuelan sovereignty. Caracas — Venezuela's Anti-Imperialist Popular Front has launched a grassroots campaign aimed at fostering collective awareness through political and cultural initiatives in the face of renewed US efforts to recolonize the hemisphere. In …
(2026-09-15). The Trump—Rodríguez pact and Venezuela's neocolonial subordination. links.org.au 
The US-Venezuela oil deal, a product of the pact between "brutalist" imperialism and an authoritarian regime, represents the exercise of arbitrary power through neocolonial subordination, writes Emiliano Teran Mantovani.
(2026-09-15). Does Delcy Rodríguez have any options? links.org.au 
Trump's success in wresting concessions from Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez is a clear demonstration of what can be achieved through the barrel of a gun, writes Steve Ellner.
(2026-09-15). Nicolás Maduro Is Not Guilty. popularresistance.org Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is not guilty. This is a statement of law and fact, since Maduro has not been convicted of any crime. He has pleaded not guilty to every charge brought against him, and the accusations made by the United States remain precisely that: accusations. Under the presumption of innocence — recognized in the United States Constitution and in Article 14 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights — the burden rests entirely upon the prosecution to prove guilt. It is not Maduro who must prove his innocence, but it is the United States government that must prov…
(2026-09-15). China accelerates efforts to bring earthquake alerts to iOS. ecns.cn China is accelerating efforts to make official earthquake early warning alerts available on Apple's iOS system, according to the China Earthquake Administration.
(2026-09-15). AI tennis robots take Chinese innovation to global courts. ecns.cn AI-powered tennis robots are gaining popularity in China and overseas, offering players an affordable way to practice without booking a coach or finding a partner.
(2026-09-15). China ranks second in global space infrastructure assessment: report. ecns.cn China ranked second behind the United States in an assessment of space infrastructure across 48 economies, according to a report released Saturday at the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing.
(2026-09-15). US Supreme Court rejects Trump's plans on postal ballots: Why it matters. aljazeera.com Trump has repeatedly criticised mail-in votes and has attempted to restrict them ahead of the midterms.
(2026-09-15). India vs Afghanistan live: T20 cricket match. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, team news, predictions, score, photos and live text commentary stream in New Delhi.
(2026-09-15). Georgia Death Case Highlights The Urgent Need For The Supreme Court To Take A New Look At The Clemency Process In Death Penalty Cases. scheerpost.com Austin Sarat ScheerPost The state of Georgia plans to execute Stacey Humphreys on September 16. He was convicted and sentenced to death for a double murder that occurred in 2003. His case offers several examples of the serious problems that plague the death penalty system in this country, including one that generally draws little attention: …
(2026-09-15). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-15). FCC summons Imran Khan's hospital transfer case record from SC. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) on Tuesday sought the record of the case regarding the transfer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan to Shifa Hospital from the Supreme Court (SC), while also requesting records of all similar cases from high courts across the country. | The development emerged as the three-member bench, headed by FCC Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan, heard an appeal against an IHC ruling on the transfer of three prisoners to a private hospital. | In the wake of the SC August 18 order that Imran be taken to Islamabad's Shifa International Hospital, three inmates at Adiala Jail appro…
(2026-09-15). Grenzen nach Bedarf: Wenn der Westen sein eigenes Spiel verliert. strategic-culture.su Der Westen liebt Regeln. Vor allem solche, die er selbst auslegt. Das gilt besonders fàºr Grenzen. Manche sind heilig und unantastbar, andere plà∂tzlich verhandelbar. Mal gilt territoriale Integrità§t, mal das Selbstbestimmungsrecht der Và∂lker. Entscheidend ist weniger das Prinzip als die politische Zweckmà§àüigkeit. | Jugoslawien durfte zerlegt werden. Kosovo durfte sich von Serbien là∂sen. Das war damals Freiheit, Selbstbestimmung und historische Gerechtigkeit. Bei anderen Là§ndern klingt dieselbe Forderung plà∂tzlich ganz anders: Separatismus, Destabilisierung, Ang…
(2026-09-15). Cyclists race through Guangxi's karst landscape. ecns.cn Cyclists ride through the scenic landscape during the 2026 Haokun Lake Cycling Race in Lingyun County, Baise City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on Sept. 13, 2026.
(2026-09-15). Benchmark US government bond yield hits 19-year peak as oil prices surge. aljazeera.com The 10-year US Treasury yield hit 5.02 percent on Tuesday for the first time since the 2007 global financial crisis.
(2026-09-15). Saturday 9/19: Bookstore & Chocolate Crawl. indybay.org We will meet at Mission: Comics & Art or Bolerium Books on Mission Street in San Francisco. After this combined stop, we will walk a defined route together, ending at Fabulosa Books in The Castro.
(2026-09-15). Saturday 9/19: 50 Years Since the Death of Mao Zedong and the Defeat of Socialism in China. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-15). Friday 9/18: Overpass Visibility Dance Party I-80 Berkeley. indybay.org University Avenue pedestrian overpass (I-80 Berkeley)…
(2026-09-15). Australia's far-right One Nation announces plan for massive assault on immigrants. wsws.org One Nation's plan is an extension of anti-immigrant policies implemented by the federal Labor government, which has scapegoated international students for the social crisis and persecuted refugees.
(2026-09-15). Bangladesh sentences to death seven key aides of ousted premier Hasina. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-09-15). AI fuels rise of 'one-person crew' in micro-drama industry. ecns.cn AI tools are enabling individual creators in China to handle tasks once performed by entire production teams, giving rise to a new "one-person crew" model in the country's micro-drama industry.
(2026-09-15). Geneva talks put Rwanda-DRC peace deal to the test. aljazeera.com The talks come amid continued fighting and disputes over the implementation of key security commitments.
(2026-09-15). US judge blocks Trump limits on how long foreign students, journalists can stay. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-09-15). Tianjin to launch scenario innovation platform at 2026 private enterprise investment fair. ecns.cn The 2026 China Private Enterprise Investment and Financing Fair will be held in Tianjin from Sept. 22 to 23, the Information Office of the Tianjin Municipal People's Government announced at a press briefing on Monday.
(2026-09-15). Why is pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil suing Columbia University? aljazeera.com Mahmoud Khalil sues Columbia University and its dean for alleged institutional racism targeting pro-Palestine students.
(2026-09-15). Saturday 9/26: Democracy & Freedom: Culture, Law & AI. indybay.org Los Cerritos Community Center | 3377 Alder Avenue | Fremont, CA 94536…
(2026-09-14). China informs foreign embassies of DNA collection procedures: FM on rescue efforts following mudslide in Xizang region. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday that China has informed relevant countries' embassies in China of the procedures for DNA information collection from relatives of the missing foreign nationals.
(2026-09-14). U.S. journalist says Tibetans enjoy literacy gains, freedom of belief after Peaceful Liberation. ecns.cn Are Tibetans able to practice their own religion? Are they able to speak and use their own language? Are they able to preserve their own culture alongside Chinese culture? The answers from Jason Smith, an American journalist, —are all "Yes."
(2026-09-15). 9/11 & Maximum Yield: John Sferazo Ironworker 9/11 First Responder. indybay.org Many of the first responders that rushed to save people at the 9/11 site were ironworkers and operating engineers. They were lied to about the disaster and have had deadly health and safety problems that continue today including suicides.
(2026-09-15). BRICS cooperation creates new opportunities for Global South, says South African scholar. ecns.cn Deepening practical cooperation within BRICS is creating new opportunities for the Global South to strengthen economic resilience and advance sustainable development, a South African scholar has said.
(2026-09-15). Leeds cruise into Premier League top three. tribune.com.pk 
Leeds demolished Newcastle 4-1 to climb up to third in the Premier League table on Monday and inflict a punishing first defeat for Magpies boss Matthias Jaissle. | A Lewis Miley own goal opened the floodgates before Jayden Bogle, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor completed the rout at Elland Road. | Newcastle had made a positive start under Jaissle despite the upheaval of losing manager Eddie Howe and key players Anthony Gordon, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali in the off-season. | Despite being owned by the financial might of the Saudi sovereign wealth fund, Newcastle targeted rising stars to fill the vo…
(2026-09-15). MIT Solutions and OGDCL face follow-on in President's Trophy. tribune.com.pk 
Markhor IT Solutions and Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) were made to follow-on by Kingsmen Academy and Pakistan Television (PTV), respectively as day three of the opening round of President's Trophy Grade-I unfolded across four cities on Monday. | Khan Research Laboratories (KRL) decided to not inflict follow-on over Ghani, while State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) made a strong comeback against Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL). | At Imran Khan Stadium in Peshawar, KRL ended the day with an emphatic 405-run second innings lead over Ghani with Fakhar Zaman (76, 52b, 6x4s, 3x6s) and Shahzaib…
(2026-09-15). Cluster munitions: "The suffering must not continue for another generation" icrc.org Opening Statement by ICRC Vice President Jàºrg Lauber at the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, 14 September, 2026…
(2026-09-15). China's carbon market trades over 900 million metric tons in first eight months of 2026. ecns.cn The 2026 China Carbon Market Conference was held on Tuesday in Wuhan, Hubei Province, where the National Carbon Market Development Report (2026) was released.
(2026-09-15). Houthis' next move terrifies US ally: Red Sea only the beginning? Yemen reaches a new tipping point. hindustantimes.com Yemen's Houthi movement has expanded its offensive after reportedly seizing the Red Sea ports of Mocha and Dhubab and Mayyun Island near the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The group has also claimed advances toward the government-held cities of Taiz and Marib, where fighting and Saudi-led air operations have intensified. The International Organization for Migration says more than 85,000 people have been displaced since the latest escalation began, including over 2,000 who fled by sea to Djibouti's northern coast near Obock.
(2026-09-15). Yemen: New Attacks by Houthi Include Likely War Crimes. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The navigation bridge of a sunken vessel in the Port of Mokha, Yemen, the day after an attack by the Houthis on the city, August 10, 2026. | © 2026 Khaled Ziad/AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — The Houthis' latest attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden most likely amount to war crimes in at least three cases, Human Rights Watch said today.The attacks follow the Houthis' announcement on July 20, 2026, that they would impose a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, in response to what they claimed is a Saudi sea and air blockade on Yemen, where the Houthis…
(2026-09-15). Sri Lanka's javelin champ returns to 'broken' welcome. tribune.com.pk 
Sri Lanka's Asian Games medal prospect Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage returned home after winning the title at a top international event on Tuesday to find his prized javelins in pieces. | The 23-year-old rising star, who has taken the javelin world by storm this year with a series of impressive victories, was heartbroken to discover that his javelins had snapped. | "This was a rude shock," Pathirage's coach, Tony Prasanna, told AFP. "We checked in five javelins ⚪ all packed extremely carefully and well ⚪ but all of them arrived broken." | Pathirage posted a photograph of his damaged javelins on social media, lis…
(2026-09-15). NZ elections: Where are much-needed party policies on media? asiapacificreport.nz KNIGHTLY VIEWS: By Gavin Ellis Two months out from New Zealand's general election, and we have yet to see new policy from any of the seven main political parties on media and communication. Only the Greens have a media policy on their website — and it is effectively a repeat of the 2023 policy that…
(2026-09-15). NDMA issues flood alert as rainfall expected to continue until September 17. tribune.com.pk 
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday issued a flood alert for several parts of the country as rainfall was expected to continue until September 17. | The NDMA said rainfall in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), Punjab and Balochistan could trigger flooding, while increased flows in rivers and streams were also expected in upper areas. | It warned that flash flooding could occur in G-B's Gilgit, Diamer, Ghizer, Ashkoman, Gupis-Yasin, Nagar, Hunza, Shimshal, Skardu and Shigar areas. In K-P, Upper Dir, Swat, Bajaur, Malakand, Kurram, Kohistan, Mohmand and Orakzai we…
(2026-09-15). Emmy winners 2026: 'Widow's Bay' and 'The Pitt' dominate. aljazeera.com Jean Smart earns fifth Emmy for 'Hacks', becoming the first to win lead comedy actress for every season of the show.
(2026-09-15). East Palestine, Ohio resident: 84 cancer diagnoses among residents since 2023 Norfolk Southern derailment. wsws.org East Palestine resident Jami Wallace says she has compiled reports of 84 people diagnosed with cancer, including 15 with brain cancer, as families confront illness, loss and mounting medical costs.
(2026-09-15). Palestine weekly: Settlement sanctions spark diplomatic crisis. aljazeera.com New B'Tselem report frames events on ground as Israel's 'project of elimination' of Palestinians.
(2026-09-15). Suspected bicycle thief dies during arrest in Netherlands. aljazeera.com Protests have been held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands after a man died during a police arrest over the weekend.
(2026-09-14). 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Transport will host the 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2026) in Beijing from Sept. 22 to 23. The event aims to build international consensus and advance global cooperation in the sector.
(2026-09-15). Nairobi to host 2029 World Athletics Championships. tribune.com.pk 
Nairobi will host the 2029 world outdoor athletics championships, beating off competition from London, Munich and Rome to become the first African hosts, World Athletics announced Tuesday. | The 2031 championships will be held in Munich, track and field's governing body said after a council meeting in Budapest, host to the recently-concluded Ultimate Championship. | "We were fortunate to have four outstanding bids for 2029 and 2031, and this was not an easy decision for the Council," World Athletics president Sebastian Coe told a press conference. | The 2027 event has already been awarded to Beijing. | "This c…
(2026-09-15). Internet shutdown crosses 100 days in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. aljazeera.com Mobile data, broadband services suspended in the territory since protests calling for electoral reform in June.
(2026-09-15). Saturday 9/19: Romancero! Mark Concert of Ladino Songs. indybay.org Scotts Valley Branch Library | 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066…
(2026-09-15). 400,000+ Malaysian travelers make up largest foreign passenger group on Jakarta-Bandung high-speed railway. ecns.cn More than 105,000 Malaysian travelers took the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway in the first eight months of 2026, accounting for about 40% of all foreign passengers during the period, according to data from the railway operator.
(2026-09-15). Striking AFM 6 SF Opera Musicians Perform In Robin Williams Meadow In Golden Gate Park. indybay.org Striking AFM 6 opera musicians were forced on strike after concession demands by the management of the opera. They preformed at Robin Williams Meadow after the Opera In The Park was cancelled by management because of the strike they caused.
(2026-09-15). FIFPRO Europe calls for FIFA reform. tribune.com.pk 
European soccer players' union FIFPRO Europe demanded reforms to FIFA's decision-making structures on Monday, arguing that the world body's now-abandoned investment proposal exposed dangerous flaws in how global football is governed. | The union released a study claiming FIFA's shelved Forward Enterprise (FFE) initiative would have converted the game's flagship competitions into assets for private capital without proper consultation with key stakeholders. | FIFA President Gianni Infantino unveiled the FFE proposal earlier this year before withdrawing it amid widespread opposition. FIFPRO Europe said the govern…
(2026-09-15). Could Trump's election push trigger chaos in the 2026 US midterms? moderndiplomacy.eu With the 2026 U.S. midterm elections approaching, state and local election officials across the country are preparing for scenarios that would have once seemed highly unlikely, including federal intervention at polling places, demands for voting equipment and records, legal challenges and threats of violence. The preparations reflect a growing conflict over who controls U.S. elections. …
(2026-09-15). Pentagon Iran War Report admits to Worst Drubbing since Vietnam. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Department of Defense
(2026-09-15). India summit reaffirms the accommodative rationale of BRICS. moderndiplomacy.eu India hosted the 18th BRICS Summit, the fourth under its presidency since its inception, coincidentally on the UN Day for South-South Cooperation (September 12) in New Delhi. This comes against the backdrop of unilateral sanctions, coercive tariffs, and ongoing conflicts against or involving its member states and allegations of a perceived "anti-West" inclination of the …
(2026-09-15). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-15). Root's advice gives Razaullah fresh fuel after Test breakthrough. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's young pace-sensation Razaullah is taking his rapid rise in stride, drawing inspiration from England great Joe Root while keeping his sights firmly set on becoming a complete all-rounder. | "Keep working hard, keep trying and take care of your fitness," Joe Root told Razaullah after Edgbaston Test in a meeting the teenager described as both a source of pride and motivation. | Speaking to Express News Cricket Corner from Birmingham Razaullah said Root had gone out of his way to meet him after the match, praised his performance and encouraged him to keep improving. | "To receive such appreciation from…
(2026-09-15). Canada deports four Punjabi men linked to extortion racket; 111 suspects removed so far. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Canada has deported four men from Punjab over their involvement in extortion-related cases. The Canada Border Services Agency said Palwinder Singh, Jasmer Singh Amitoz Bajwa and Sahibjot Singh were found inadmissible under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) for links to criminal organisations or serious criminality. | Each of the four cases involved violence linked to extortion or offences connected with organised crime. The four individuals were deported after decisions by Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board. | According to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) data, 188 removal…
(2026-09-15). This Week in People's History, Sep 16—22, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Sep 16—22, 2026 |
(2026-09-15). Cardiac disease takes toll on children's health. tribune.com.pk 
Heart disease, often associated with old age, is affecting thousands of children in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), with doctors treating a wide range of congenital and cardiac conditions among the young. | During 2025, the Peshawar Institute of Cardiology (PIC) examined 22,563 children at its outpatient department, while 316 children underwent open-heart surgery and 1,222 had congenital heart defects treated through device closure procedures. | Doctors say congenital heart disease, commonly described by families as "holes in the heart", is among the cardiac conditions frequently seen in children. Hereditary factors…
(2026-09-15). Munich, Barcelona to host Champions League finals. tribune.com.pk 
The 2028 Champions League final will be held at the Allianz Arena in Munich and the 2029 final will take place at the rebuilt Camp Nou in Barcelona, UEFA announced on Tuesday. | Munich last hosted the Champions League final in 2025, when Paris Saint-Germain claimed their first title with a 5-0 victory over Inter Milan. | The last Champions League final played at Camp Nou was in 1999, a game that ended with Manchester United scoring twice in stoppage time to beat Bayern Munich 2-1. | Spain will thus once again take centre stage, just two years after the 2027 final, which is already scheduled to take place at th…
(2026-09-15). China's new tech, national security exit rules take effect. tribune.com.pk 
China tightened travel curbs on Tuesday as new exit-and-entry rules took effect, barring citizens deemed a potential threat to national technology security from leaving the country. | Chinese are generally free to travel, unlike during the height of the Cold War when few were able to venture overseas, but the government has long kept close watch on the travel plans of those it considers could present a security risk. | China unveiled the new rules in July, saying they targeted violations of export controls or technology import and export rules in a…
(2026-09-15). China donates Chang'e-6 lunar samples from Moon's far side to UN. ecns.cn China formally donated lunar samples collected by the Chang'e-6mission from the Moon's far side to the United Nations on Monday. The samples are set to go on permanent display at the United Nations Office at Vienna.
(2026-09-15). MBS' first message to the Houthis? Saudi Air Force flexes its might after major Red Sea humiliation. hindustantimes.com Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry has released a striking new video showcasing fighter-jet squadrons and highlighting the kingdom's military strength. The display comes as Yemen's Houthis reportedly make rapid advances along the Red Sea coast, including claims surrounding Mocha and Perim Island. Riyadh's message describes Saudi Arabia as a "fortress of might" and a shield of national security. Is the video simply a patriotic military showcase — or a warning to the Houthis and their backers? As tensions rise across the Red Sea and Yemen, Saudi air power could become increasingly important. Here's what Riyadh's…
(2026-09-15). DHS inspector general exposes torture cages, filth and overcrowding at "Alligator Alcatraz" wsws.org The methods developed in the US military and intelligence prisons abroad are being reproduced against immigrant workers inside the United States.
(2026-09-15). Thousands flee to Djibouti amid renewed Yemen fighting. aljazeera.com More than 3,400 people arrived in 48 hours as Djibouti prepares for more.
(2026-09-15). PSX rebounds 1,907 points as investors return to equities. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) staged a strong rebound on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining more than 1,900 points in midday trading as investors returned to equities following the sharp sell-off in the previous session. | The KSE-100 Index climbed 1,906.56 points, or 1.14%, to 169,877.21 by 12: 38pm, recovering from Monday's close of 167,970.65. The index hit an intraday high of 169,988.11 and a low of 169,189.29. | The recovery came as investors drew relief from the State Bank of Pakistan's decision a day earlier to keep the policy rate unchanged at 11.5%, easing concerns over an unexpected…
(2026-09-15). Tom Mackaman Congress report on American Revolution. wsws.org We are publishing here the report to the Ninth Congress of the Socialist Equality Party (US) given by Tom Mackaman. This report introduced the sixth resolution, "From the first to the third American Revolution," which was unanimously adopted.
(2026-09-15). How Russia's Jet Drones Are Challenging Ukraine's Air Defenses. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine is facing a new challenge in its air war with Russia as Moscow rapidly expands its use of faster, jet powered attack drones. In July, Ukraine invited a large group of domestic manufacturers to test a new generation of interceptor drones designed to stop the weapons. But the exercise exposed major difficulties. Several interceptor …
(2026-09-15). AI Is Too Big to Slow in a Geopolitical Race. moderndiplomacy.eu Artificial intelligence is increasingly being treated not simply as a technology sector but as a strategic capability tied to economic power, national security and geopolitical competition. Recent warnings from leading AI researchers and executives that increasingly autonomous systems could pose extreme risks have intensified debate over whether development should be slowed. Yet the same warnings …
(2026-09-14). China begins construction of major offshore oil and gas project for Qatar. ecns.cn Construction of a major offshore oil and gas engineering project for Qatar's Bul Hanine oilfield began on Monday in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, according to Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd (COOEC).
(2026-09-15). Millions line up for 'sacred henna' at Indian temple. aljazeera.com Drone visuals show masses lining up at Indian temple for sacred henna, believed to help unmarried people find a match.
(2026-09-15). Elon Musk's anti-transgender 'America PAC' hate group. indybay.org Vivian Jenna Wilson, the transgender daughter of Elon Musk.
(2026-09-15). Wednesday 9/16: Phonebank to Stop the Deadly Merger. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-09-15). What to watch in the US's Delaware primary elections. aljazeera.com It's the last state primary scheduled before November's midterm elections.
(2026-09-15). US Treasury bond yield hits a "line in the sand" wsws.org The yield on the 10-year US Treasury bond hit 5 percent yesterday, a full percentage point increase since the start of the war on Iran in February, with expectations it will go higher.
(2026-09-15). US repeals pollution limits for fossil fuel power plants. aljazeera.com The US Environmental Protection Agency ends a rule that limits greenhouse gas emissions from coal and gas power plants.
(2026-09-15). Thursday 9/24: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-09-15). China issues world's first AI-based brain-computer interface standard. ecns.cn China's National Medical Products Administration has approved the world's first product standard for brain-computer interface devices using artificial intelligence to process brainwave data.
(2026-09-15). Xi urges Chinese police to remain committed to serving people with responsibility, dedication. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country's police officers to remain committed to serving the people, be loyal guardians of the Party and the people, and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and dedication.
(2026-09-15). Saturday 9/12: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Taqi" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bIiT……
(2026-09-15). Two construction workers killed in Texas, truck driver in Utah severely injured. wsws.org Two workers were killed on construction sites in Texas within a week, while a worker in Utah suffered severe injuries after being crushed between two trailers.
(2026-09-15). 'Westminster is not working': Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland unite against UK rule. hindustantimes.com Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have signed a new cooperation agreement described as an "independence pact," intensifying debate over the future of the United Kingdom. The agreement calls for closer cooperation among nationalist movements and urges Westminster to prepare for constitutional change. Scotland's John Swinney highlighted renewed demands for an independence referendum, while Wales' Rhun ap Iorwerth argued that Westminster is failing to serve the nations effectively. Northern Ireland's Michelle O'Neill and Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald also backed the right to self-determination. The developme…
(2026-09-15). Viral hit-and-run raises road rage questions in India. aljazeera.com Indian police have launched a probe after a woman biker shared video of a car ramming her motorcycle.
(2026-09-15). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org University educators and support staff in Argentina carried out a national strike September 8, while community service workers are still on strike across Ontario, Canada.
(2026-09-15). 'Major Win' for Democracy as Supreme Court Rejects Trump Attack on Mail-In Voting. scheerpost.com Jon Queally Common Dreams The US Supreme Court on Monday night rejected a bid by the Trump administration to keep onerous US Postal Service rules for mail-in ballots in place, which voting-rights defenders said risked depriving millions of people of the franchise in this year's midterm elections. After a back-and-forth legal battle over the USPS rules that dragged on for months, the …
(2026-09-15). FCC CJ says judiciary must remain within constitutional bounds. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan on Tuesday said the judiciary must remain "firmly rooted in constitutional principles" while developing the institutional capacity needed to meet the demands of the modern age. | Speaking at an event in Islamabad, Justice Aminuddin said the FCC had undertaken a "remarkable institutional journey" during its first 10 months, building its judicial and administrative infrastructure while simultaneously discharging its constitutional responsibilities. | "When this court came into existence, the task before us was immense," he said, adding that the cour…
(2026-09-15). Obituary: Australian Trotskyist Steve Brown (July 15, 1953—September 8, 2026). wsws.org On numerous occasions, Steve said he regretted not meeting the party earlier in his life. But once he did join, he dedicated his last ten years to fighting in the working class for socialism, from which he never wavered in his commitment.
(2026-09-15). People you choose to defend or attack reveals your politics. indybay.org Gloria Steinem was a CIA funded operative who supported US imperialist war crimes against people of the world and now she is lauded by those like KPFA management who claim to be anti-war…
(2026-09-15). Families Are Fighting Draconian No-Contact-Visit Policy at California ICE Jail. scheerpost.com By Victoria Valenzuela This article was originally published by Truthout The California City Detention Facility has banned loved ones from hugging those who are facing possible deportation. On February 21, Samantha Sanchez joined her husband, Allen Tayson, on his adjustment of status interview with the U.S. Immigration Customs and Enforcement in an office in San …
(2026-09-15). Explosions near Israel border: What really happened at Jordan's strategic Red Sea port city of Aqaba. hindustantimes.com Explosions and an ammonia gas leak have triggered alarm in Aqaba, Jordan, raising questions amid heightened regional tensions. At least 11 people were reportedly injured after an incident in the industrial area of the key Red Sea port city. Jordanian authorities said the leak occurred during maintenance work involving an old pump or pressure equipment and was contained. Workers are expected to return only after safety inspections and measurements are completed. The incident was not immediately attributed to an attack. Aqaba lies near the borders with Israel, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, making any industrial emergency…
(2026-09-15). What a "Temporary Removal" of Negro Bar, Sacramento County means to CA Gold Rush Heritage. indybay.org Restoring the authentic 1854 Negro Bar townsite and recognizing the regions early leaders such as Sacramento County's first Board Chair, who operated the Negro Bar Hotel and Store and supported the largest Chinatown, Gaam Saan, outside of San Francisco…
(2026-09-15). Doping relief in sight for famous wrestler Inam Butt. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's veteran wrestler and former beach wrestling world champion Inam Butt is in line for a significant reprieve in a doping case, with his suspension potentially limited to two months. | The authorities have accepted that a banned medication detected in his sample was used to treat an eye condition rather than to enhance performance. | According to sources International Testing Agency (ITA) has accepted Inam's explanation that the prohibited medication was taken for medical treatment of an eye problem and was not intended to improve his sporting performance. | Inam is still expected to face a sanction be…
(2026-09-15). World's first pterosaur museum opens in Xinjiang's Hami. ecns.cn The world's first museum dedicated to pterosaurs, the flying reptiles that lived alongside the dinosaurs, opened on Sunday in Hami, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, according to the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
(2026-09-15). A Certain Weeping: Beyond Bin Laden's Wildest Dreams. commondreams.org 
Along with grief and loss, the anniversary of 9/11 brought home for many the "incalculable cost" of the quarter century of carnage it unleashed – the militarizing "beyond all sanity," the othering of "everyone who isn't 'them,'" the lying, fear-mongering, inflicting of terror that's left America hollowed out from forever wars now mostly against imaginary enemies within. The bleak consensus: There would be no Trump without 9/11, the senseless, self-defeating war on terror did not end, and it did us in.The commemoration of 9/11 came hard on the tawdry heels of a pointless, "historic" midterm convention by a GOP…
(2026-09-15). Ex-Google DeepMind researcher adds to warnings that AI could 'kill all humans'. tribune.com.pk 1733130350-0/Untitled-design-(76)1733130350-0.jpg)
(2026-09-15). Trump calls, interrupts Nvidia CEO to say AI fears are 'a hoax'. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump makes a surprise call to Nvidia's CEO, interrupting a live event to discuss fears about AI.
(2026-09-15). Deconstructing Turkey's Revisionism in the Aegean and Broad Regions. moderndiplomacy.eu Turkey escalated tensions with Greece sharply in September 2026, as denoted by a return to hardline rhetoric and friction over regional alliances in the Eastern Mediterranean, recalling periods of heightened tension before the signing of the 2023 Athens Declaration on Friendly Relations and Good Neighborliness. Warnings against Greece, expressed by Turkey's highest levels of leadership, …
(2026-09-15). China urges US to halt military buildup in space after acknowledgment of orbital weapons. tribune.com.pk 
China on Tuesday urged the United States to stop expanding its military buildup in outer space after Washington publicly acknowledged for the first time that it has deployed operational weapons in Earth's orbit. | "China has long been committed to the peaceful use of outer space and safeguarding the security in space. We oppose any arms race in outer space or any attempts to weaponise it or turn it into a war zone," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun told reporters in Beijing. | "We urge the US to stop expanding military buildup in outer space and safeguard global strategic stability with concrete action…
(2026-09-15). Sweden election is too close to call as far right loses ground. aljazeera.com Opposition bloc leads in tight Swedish election with 95% counted.
(2026-09-15). Iran war exposed 'strategic' US munitions shortfalls: Pentagon watchdog. tribune.com.pk 
The first report by the Pentagon's inspector general on the impact of the US war against Iran found that munitions expended during the four-month campaign caused "strategic inventory shortfalls" and exposed bottlenecks in the US defence industrial base's ability to resupply weapons stocks. | The report, covering April 1 to June 30 and prepared by the Lead Inspector General framework overseeing Operation Epic Fury (OEF), cited the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment as saying that munitions expenditure "has resulted in strategic inventory shortfalls and revealed industrial base…
(2026-09-15). Athletes share 'what women in sport look like' to rebut Sydney Sweeney ad. aljazeera.com Female athletes are against a sports-betting ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney.
(2026-09-15). Democracy and the secular faith of economics. independentaustralia.net 
Economic orthodoxy has survived repeated crises by protecting asset wealth and treating its own failures as exceptions rather than reasons for change.
(2026-09-15). Sunday 9/27: "The Bay VS The Billionaires" Panel Discussion and Fundraiser. indybay.org SF Mime Troupe Studio | 855 Treat Ave. SF, CA 94110…
(2026-09-15). 18th Hunan Tea Expo concludes with $100 million in online, offline transactions. ecns.cn The 18th Hunan Tea Expo concluded in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, on Monday, generating 709 million yuan (about $100 million) in online and offline transactions during the four-day event, according to the organizing committee.
(2026-09-15). Arts Centre Melbourne workers strike against real-wage cuts. wsws.org Several hundred workers at Arts Centre Melbourne, Australia's largest performing arts complex, held a 24-hour strike on Friday against a below-inflation pay offer and deteriorating conditions.
(2026-09-15). How the US tried (and failed) to learn from 'The Battle of Algiers'. responsiblestatecraft.org The stern Colonel Mathieu, in shades and camouflage, stands cross-armed as flashbulbs pop a few feet away. The photographers' lenses and newsreel cameras are focused on a handcuffed resistance leader standing next to him.An officer barks, "No more photographs," as one of the journalists packed into the military command room rises from his seat. "Mr. Ben M'hidi, isn't it cowardly to use your women's baskets to carry bombs, which have taken so many innocent lives?"A bespectacled Larbi Ben M'hidi coolly responds, "Isn't it even more cowardly to attack defenseless villages with napalm bombs that kill many thousan…
(2026-09-15). 'Actively Malevolent': Trump EPA to Eviscerate Rules on Planet-Heating Pollution From Power Plants. scheerpost.com Stephen Prager Common Dreams In what environmental advocates describe as "another gift to the fossil fuel industry," the Trump administration plans to end rules limiting the release of planet-heating emissions from power plants that burn coal and gas. Power plants are considered the largest industrial source of greenhouse gas emissions in the US and account for about a quarter of the nation's climate pollution, according to the Environmental …
(2026-09-15). Monday 9/21: drop the charges! abolish brooke jenkins! no flock no axon no rape apologists! indybay.org 16th St & Valencia St…
(2026-09-15). El Nino reaches super status: Where will it bring rain, drought and heat? aljazeera.com Forecasters say the Pacific Ocean warming pattern could be the strongest on record. Here is what that means for you.
(2026-09-15). Thursday 9/10: Operation Northstar at Monterey Postgraduate School. indybay.org Sloat Ave Gate (corner of Sloat Ave and 10th Street ) Monterey…
(2026-09-15). 'More dangerous than drugs': BJP's war on beef in India's West Bengal. aljazeera.com Since Prime Minister Modi's BJP came to power in West Bengal, beef is vanishing from menus as supplies become harder.
(2026-09-15). ICE targets students and parents at San Diego schools. wsws.org Armed ICE agents abducted a San Diego City College student last Tuesday morning, then detained two parents outside an elementary school moments after morning drop-off the following day.
(2026-09-15). Asian Games cruise ship arrives. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-09-14). Tornado damages school in Hainan, no casualties reported. ecns.cn A suspected EF0 tornado struck Wanning, Hainan Province, at around 10: 25 a.m. Monday, damaging facilities at the Wanning Experimental School of Beijing Normal University but causing no casualties, local authorities said.
(2026-09-15). BJP effect: Beef is vanishing from India's Bengal, forcing diet changes. aljazeera.com Since Prime Minister Modi's BJP came to power in West Bengal, beef is vanishing from menus as supplies become harder.
(2026-09-15). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-15). The Hug Act is Now on Gov. Gavin Desk. But will He Sign It? indybay.org New California bill makes it a right for parents to hug their incarcerated children in juvenile facilities. Currently, facilities have discretion on what type of contact parents and children can engage in.
(2026-09-15). McCullum calls on Pietersen to shake things up. tribune.com.pk 
England's white-ball head coach Brendon McCullum said he wants newly-appointed mentor Kevin Pietersen to shake things up and has encouraged the former Ashes and Twenty20 World Cup-winning batter to speak up if he has ideas on how to improve the side. | Pietersen was appointed last week and joined the coaching staff ahead of the series against Sri Lanka, with his involvement extending through a busy period culminating in next year's one-day international World Cup. | "He's obviously got an incredible pedigree as a player and a ‚Å lot of guys grew up idolising Kev. He's brought a ton of energy to the…
(2026-09-15). B'Tselem: Israeli settler violence aims to eliminate Palestinian existence. aljazeera.com Israeli rights group B'Tselem says Israeli settler violence aims to eliminate Palestinian existence.
(2026-09-15). Mitch McConnell returns to US Senate after three-month absence. aljazeera.com Senator McConnell casts his first vote since June, pledging presence for crucial Senate decisions.
(2026-09-15). Lawmakers seek sports overhaul. tribune.com.pk 
National Assembly Standing Committee on Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) has recommended sweeping reforms to the country's football administration and urged the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) to fully implement reforms required by FIFA. | The lawmakers, meanwhile, also raised concerns over the state of cricket and hockey in the country. | The committee, chaired by convener Mehreen Razzaq Bhutto, reviewed the state of football and sports in Pakistan at a meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday. | The PFF President Syed Mohsin Gilani told the committee that FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) had welc…
(2026-09-15). BRICS de-dollarization does not need a common currency. strategic-culture.su De-dollarization is the objective, regardless of which currency replaces the dollar. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The 18th BRICS Sum…
(2026-09-15). Celebrating the 120th Anniversary of "Satyagraha" : A Reflection on Nonviolence. worldbeyondwar.org 
By Guy Feugap, World BEYOND War's Africa Organize, September 15, 2026 | Remarks on recent webinar. | I'm joining from Cameroon in Central Africa, where I work as World BEYOND War's Africa Organizer. Before this position, I was the Director of programs at the national section of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. | Working at these positions in our context has shaped my experience of nonviolence, that in Cameroon for instance…
(2026-09-15). Shafi Jan alleges bid to abduct CM. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information Shafi Jan has alleged that an attempt was made by Punjab Police to abduct Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, claiming that "goons of Maryam Nawaz" forcibly transferred him to another vehicle and abandoned him in a desolate area. | Addressing reporters, Jan alleged that Punjab Police separated Chief Minister Afridi from his security detail and forcibly moved him into another vehicle. "When pressure mounted, the chief minister was left in a desolate area without his security," he said, adding that "the hooliganism of Maryam Nawaz's government police continues on th…
(2026-09-15). Leeds United defeat Newcastle 4-1 to go third in Premier League. aljazeera.com Goals from in-form forward Calvert-Lewin, Okafor and Bogle boost Leeds' standing in the league table.
(2026-09-15). Shanghai dragon boat invitational draws teams from 14 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 15th Shanghai World Chinese Dragon Boat Invitational was held from Sept. 10 to 14 in Qingpu District, Shanghai, drawing 20 teams and more than 400 athletes from 14 countries and regions.
(2026-09-15). Charting pathways to amplify Global South solidarity. ecns.cn Rooted in sovereign equality, demand-driven development and mutual benefit, the China-Africa partnership stands as an ever-evolving and exemplary blueprint for advancing the empowerment of the Global South.
(2026-09-15). Europe's choice: the Atlantic or Eurasia? unitedworldint.com Russian President Vladimir Putin met with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner at the Kremlin on September 6. The envoys' visit came as both sides stepped up their aerial attacks. Putin and Zelenskyy both agreed to pause strikes on each other's capitals while the talks were under way. Witkoff and Kushner then met with …
(2026-09-15). Houthi-run TV releases video of abandoned Mocha airport. aljazeera.com Houthi-run TV has aired drone video of Yemen's Mocha International Airport, empty and abandoned.
(2026-09-15). England U19 edge Pakistan in thriller. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan U19 suffered a narrow two-run defeat against England U19 in a last-ball thriller in the third one-day match at Sir Paul Getty's Ground, Wormsley on Monday. | Chasing 303, Pakistan U19 finished at 300 for nine in 50 overs after requiring four runs from the final ball, but managing only a single. | Despite the defeat, Pakistan U19 lead the four-match series 2-1, with the fourth and final one-day match to be played on Wednesday, 16 September. | Pakistan's chase was revived by an outstanding 154-run sixth-wicket partnership between wicketkeeper-batter Hamza Zahoor and Hasnain Abbas Dar after the visitors…
(2026-09-15). US House Democratic leaders say they will vote 'present' on Trump impeachment motion. tribune.com.pk 
United States House Democratic leaders said Monday they will vote "present" on a motion to table an impeachment resolution targeting President Donald Trump, arguing that a formal impeachment effort should follow a more extensive congressional investigation. | Voting "present" means the lawmaker is formally participating but abstaining ⚪ voting neither yes nor no. | House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the joint statement as the House considers H Res 1486, introduced by Representative Al Green, on August 24. The resolution see…
(2026-09-15). Chinese AI short film wins two awards at Venice AI film festival. ecns.cn Chinese AI short film Website won two awards at the 2026 Reply AI Film Festival in Venice: the Reply AI Studios Grand Prix and the Community Award.
(2026-09-15). EconoScope | BRICS keeps getting bigger, more influential. ecns.cn Ethiopia's reliance on imported oil once cost the country about $6 billion in foreign exchange annually. Cooperation with Chinese companies is changing that equation: electric buses, heavy-duty trucks, oil-to-gas projects, and technical training are helping Ethiopia harness its abundant hydropower and move toward greener industrial growth.
(2026-09-15). The DSA in power: An evaluation of 8 months of Zohran Mamdani as mayor of New York. wsws.org The disconnect between Mamdani's promises and the reality of advancing war, dictatorship and austerity is preparing a crisis for the DSA mayor as he is driven to more openly confront the working class.
(2026-09-15). Saudi Arabia promises to respond to Houthi attacks 'firmly'. aljazeera.com Saudi-led coalition promises to respond 'firmly' to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.
(2026-09-15). 'Widow's Bay' scores big and 'The Pitt' wins again at TV's Emmy Awards. tribune.com.pk 
Widow's Bay, a horror comedy about a cursed New England town, led this year's Emmy Award winners with a record 14 statuettes including best comedy, while emergency room drama The Pitt repeated as best drama at television's highest honours. | Apple TV's Widow's Bay overcame the final season of previous winner Hacks to earn the comedy prize on Monday night. | Katie Dippold and the cast and crew accept the award for Outstanding Comedy Series Award for Widow's Bay during the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards. Photo: Reuters | Hacks star Jean Smart won her fifth Emmy for portraying tenacious stand-up comic Deborah Vance,…
(2026-09-15). Why Trump's Ukraine Energy Truce May Not Fix the Global Diesel Crunch. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump's effort to broker an energy infrastructure truce between Russia and Ukraine could remove one immediate threat to global fuel markets, but it is unlikely to resolve the diesel shortage that has developed this year. Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed to stop attacking each other's energy infrastructure. Ukraine, however, has …
(2026-09-15). The crippling effects of unnecessary war. strategic-culture.su By Ron PAUL | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | In California, gas stations are facing a unique challenge. The station signs are only confi…
(2026-09-15). Spectacular turtle nesting event in southern Mexico. aljazeera.com More than 300,000 olive ridley turtles have arrived at a beach in southern Mexico in the latest mass nesting.
(2026-09-15). Qinghai makes debut at Macao high-quality consumption expo to boost overseas trade. ecns.cn The Department of Commerce of Qinghai Province announced on Monday that a local economic and trade delegation comprising 18 enterprises took part in the 5th China (Macao) International High-Quality Consumption Exhibition for the first time last week.
(2026-09-15). Nation to advance fertility-friendly push. ecns.cn China will maintain a relatively ample workforce and will press ahead with efforts to build a fertility-friendly society, Lei Haichao, minister of the National Health Commission, said on Monday.
(2026-09-15). Saturday 9/19: AI, Technology, Fascism & The Future Of Labor: A UFCLP Forum. indybay.org Register in advance for this meeting: | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/a-sH0Se……
(2026-09-15). After Yemeni forces got no US air cover, JD Vance declares America is 'very much on top' of crisis. hindustantimes.com The U.S. says it is closely monitoring the Houthis' reported seizure of the strategic Greater and Lesser Hanish islands in the Red Sea. Vice President J.D. Vance said Washington is in contact with Saudi Arabia, the UAE and other regional partners, while the Houthi advance raises fresh concerns for shipping near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the U.S. base in Djibouti.
(2026-09-14). Inaugural Mudanjiang-Moscow freight train service launched. ecns.cn A container freight train loaded with footwear, home appliances, and daily necessities departed from Mudanjiang in Heilongjiang province on Tuesday bound for Moscow, marking the official launch of the Mudanjiang-Moscow freight rail service.
(2026-09-15). Bernie Sanders Reintroduces Bill To Make 32-Hour Workweek New Federal Standard. scheerpost.com By Chris Walker This article was originally published by Truthout "A 32-hour workweek is not a radical idea," Senator Sanders said. Amid growing concerns about technological advances and stagnant worker pay, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) and Rep. Mark Takano (D-California) introduced a bill earlier this month to reduce the workweek to 32 hours. "The 40-hour …
(2026-09-15). Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts over 'potential danger' in Jeddah, Makkah, Taif. tribune.com.pk 
Saudi Arabia issued emergency alerts Tuesday warning of a "potential danger" in Jeddah, Makkah and Taif in the country's west, urging residents to seek shelter and follow official safety instructions. | The alerts were issued through the National Early Warning Platform for Emergencies, according to the Saudi Civil Defence. | Authorities did not specify the nature of the potential danger. | Residents were urged to remain calm and immediately move to the nearest safe place, preferably inside a building or an interior room away from windows, and remain there until the danger passes. | The Civil Defence also advis…
(2026-09-15). Punjabi truck driver in US arrested by ICE days after DHS withdraws controversial poster. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Boston has arrested Satvir Singh, a Punjabi-origin Indian truck driver, during a targeted operation at a commercial vehicle inspection station in Hillsborough along a national highway. | Singh, who lived in New Jersey and worked as an interstate truck driver, was arrested on September 11. ICE said in a post on…
(2026-09-15). PM Shehbaz orders expansion of export sectors to boost Pakistan's global trade. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed the government to make export growth the foundation of the country's economic development and expand the number of sectors targeting international markets. | Chairing a meeting to review measures to boost exports and accelerate economic growth, the prime minister stressed the need to involve more industries in export activities to diversify the country's trade base. | He directed authorities to bring the quality of Pakistani products in line with international standards, strengthen quality assurance systems and ensure compliance with global regulations. | The p…
(2026-09-15). Southern Delaware hospitals oppose ChristianaCare's proposed campuses, arguing they don't meet state requirements. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? As ChristianaCare Bayhealth, TidalHealth and Beebe Healthcare have all submitted letters to the
(2026-09-15). CIFTIS draws global participants, yields more than 1,200 outcomes. ecns.cn The 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) closed in Beijing, drawing exhibitors from over 90 countries, regions and international organizations and producing more than 1,200 outcomes across seven categories, according to a press conference held on Sunday.
(2026-09-15). UN experts say Belarus justice system used to target Lukashenko opponents. aljazeera.com The experts say courts, police, security services, prosecutors, and prison authorities work together to silence critics.
(2026-09-14). China's highest-altitude 750 kV substation transmits over 11.6 billion kWh of clean electricity in three years. ecns.cn China's highest-altitude 750-kV substation has transmitted more than 11.6 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity since entering operation, marking three years in service on Tuesday.
(2026-09-15). craqdi due to the changes in the native and autonomous left. indybay.org Given all that has happened, and as a countermeasure to NATO's negotiating policies with the industrial manufacturers that intimidate | We emphatically say no to these acts of political impurity…
(2026-09-15). Ronaldo calls for life bans over Jota chants. tribune.com.pk 
Saudi Arabian football authorities promised to take action and Cristiano Ronaldo called for life bans after rival fans taunted Al-Hilal's Ruben Neves about the death of Diogo Jota, his friend and former Portugal team-mate. | Chants about Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal forward who died in a car crash last year, rang out during Al-Hilal's 6-0 away win over Al-Taawoun on Saturday. | "The league must take action and punish this kind of fan behaviour," Saudi-based Portugal captain Ronaldo wrote on Instagram on Sunday. | "People who behave like this should never be allowed to enter a stadium again," he added. | Mi…
(2026-09-15). Nairobi to host World Athletics Championships in 2029. aljazeera.com Nairobi beats London, Munich and Rome to become the first African hosts, World Athletics says.
(2026-09-15). Tuesday 9/15: Demand SF City Hall Address the AI Threat to Public Safety. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall (Polk b/w McAllister and Grove)…
(2026-09-15). Data Center Builder Donates Big to Pass Proposition 45. indybay.org Measure Would Gut Community Protections on Siting Energy and Water Intensive Projects…
(2026-09-14). Henan porcelain expands its global reach. ecns.cn Liling porcelain from central China's Hunan Province, known for its distinctive underglaze polychrome technique, is now exported to more than 150 countries and regions and has been presented as a diplomatic gift on multiple occasions.
(2026-09-15). Dar, IAEA chief Grossi agree Islamabad MoU remains best course to defuse tensions: MoFA. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister (FM) Ishaq Dar spoke with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General and candidate for UN Secretary-General Rafael Grossi about the evolving regional situation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said on Tuesday. | According to…
(2026-09-15). The trail of Osama Bin Laden and Saudis leading to 911. indybay.org The World Trade Center under attack during 911.
(2026-09-15). Japan activates diplomacy to help cricket blossom. tribune.com.pk 
For a country where baseball reigns supreme and cricket barely registers on the sporting radar, Japan is about to host a fortnight of sport unlike any other in its history. | Some of the biggest names in world cricket, including powerhouse India, are set to descend on Japanese soil next week and transform a nation known for staging the odd regional qualifier into an unlikely hub of top-tier cricket. | The unprecedented stretch of high-level cricket is the result of diplomatic manoeuvring, corporate sponsorship and years of quiet groundwork by the Japan Cricket Association (JCA), which has been helping th…
(2026-09-15). Game Changers: How to Build the Economy We Deserve. scheerpost.com Gerald EpsteinJuliet SchorJames K. BoyceManuel Pastor Common Dreams Editor's Note: The following is part of new series for Common Dreams based on "Game Changers: Economic Policies for a Working America," a project spearheaded by the Political Economy Research Institute (PERI) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Game Changers is a collaborative initiative bringing together leading economists and policy …
(2026-09-15). US Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterms. aljazeera.com US Supreme Court rejects Trump's bid to tighten mail-in voting rules ahead of critical midterm elections.
(2026-09-15). Coalition talks likely as no party dominates Philippines' Bangsamoro region. aljazeera.com With 98.56 percent of party-list votes counted, no party has received a majority, according to unofficial results.
(2026-09-15). Trump administration suffers double legal setback over immigration policy. aljazeera.com Courts and Democratic-led states mount legal challenges against Trump administration visa and green card limits.
(2026-09-15). Over 95% of China's township, community health centers to offer pediatric care by year-end. ecns.cn More than 95% of China's township health centers and community health service centers are expected to provide pediatric care by the end of 2026, Lei Haichao, head of the National Health Commission, said Monday.
(2026-09-15). Zhejiang mooncakes gain overseas popularity ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn As the Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, mooncake production and sales are in full swing in Wenzhou and Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, where local manufacturers are boosting domestic supply while expanding into overseas markets.
(2026-09-15). Houthis say air strikes hit Yemen after Saudi Arabia vows 'firm' response. aljazeera.com Saudi-led coalition promises to respond 'firmly' to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.
(2026-09-15). BRICS leaders adopt joint declaration at summit in New Delhi. ecns.cn Leaders of BRICS countries at the 18th BRICS Summit adopted a joint declaration in New Delhi, the capital of India, on Saturday, reiterating their commitment to inclusive global governance and strengthening multilateralism, calling for international and regional peace and security, and underscoring sustainable and inclusive global economic growth as well as strengthening cultural and people-to-people cooperation.
(2026-09-15). Behind the media campaign over an "A.I. Catastrophe" : The subordination of technology to war-making and capitalist profit. wsws.org This campaign aims to misdirect legitimate concerns about the deployment of increasingly powerful AI models by profit-seeking corporations into an effort to more directly align the development of technology with the geopolitical interests of American imperialism.
(2026-09-15). Sexual violence: An invisible global crisis. icrc.org An ICRC special appeal…
(2026-09-15). Andy Burnham's Anti-Farage Strategy Is Accelerating the Outcome It's Meant to Prevent. moderndiplomacy.eu By refusing to call a snap election while Labour is ahead of Reform UK, Burnham is trading the only moment he is likely to hold a durable advantage over Nigel Farage for years of mandate-less governing that will cost him more than it saves — accelerating, not preventing, a Farage path to power. This week's …
(2026-09-14). China In Photos: Fear-mongering will only hamper efforts toward sound global AI governance: spokesperson. ecns.cn Fear-mongering, confrontation and vicious competition will only hamper efforts toward sound global AI governance, which serves no one's interest, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday.
(2026-09-15). 2025 Special Report on Weapon contamination and victim assistance. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Italy learns the Art of War in Kiev, while its autonomy remains a work in progress. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-15). South Africa: ICRC president visits Pretoria as part of global effort to build political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Lebanon: Guide to Law 105 on the Missing and Forcibly Disappeared Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Macklemore's Tour Cancellation Shows Why Celebrities Don't Criticize Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2026-09-15). South Sudan: A Lifeline Under Pressure. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Our work in Israel and the Occupied Territories: January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Data center growth could mean blackouts in coming years, Pa. utility regulators say. whyy.org
(2026-09-15). Nepal: Operational update on humanitarian response after devastating floods. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Ethiopia: January to June 2026 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Hungary to amend anti-LGBTQ law to align with EU standards. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-15). Colombia: The ICRC assesses the needs of communities affected by armed conflict following the earthquake. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Philippines: Families honour Marawi missing for International Day of the Disappeared. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Sri Lanka: Sustained and collective efforts are critical to address the issue of missing persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). The human cost of not knowing: Families search for missing loved ones with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). ICRC team meets authorities at Israeli military detention facility as part of efforts to reinstate access. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). South Sudan: Facts and Figures, January 2026-June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). ICRC working paper on critical elements for inclusion in a legally binding instrument to regulate autonomous weapon systems. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Sunday 9/27: Natasha Dedrick:An Alabama journey into history, healing, and interconnectedness. indybay.org
(2026-09-15). Ukraine war spreads to Arctic as nuclear tensions escalate. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-09-15). "Wherever you are, I want you to know" Letters from families who are still searching for their loved ones in Latin America. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). ICRC director-general concludes visits to Oman and Qatar, strengthening humanitarian dialogue and partnerships. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Philippines: How clean water reached a remote village in Misamis Oriental. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland aren't going anywhere. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-15). International Day of the Disappeared: Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-15). Betis beat winless Villarreal to go third. tribune.com.pk 
Real Betis secured a 2-1 win at Villarreal on Monday to move third in La Liga and leave the Yellow Submarine in the relegation zone. | Inigo Perez's Villarreal are winless from five league games and sit 18th, while also losing their Champions League opener. | Cucho Hernandez and Natan's goals helped Betis claim three points and pull level with Real Madrid, after Gerard Moreno opened the scoring. | "Right now everything's going against us, teams are punishing us," Moreno told Movistar. | "We have to stick together and demand more of ourselves… maybe when we go behind, anxiety kicks in and it's more difficult.
(2026-09-15). Las Inteligencias Artificiales: Un riesgo para la Humanidad. indybay.org
(2026-09-14). 37 Palestinian journalists imprisoned in Israeli jails, says prisoner rights group. asiapacificreport.nz By Layan Bsharat and Mohammad Sio Israel is holding 37 Palestinian journalists in its prisons, including 19 under administrative detention without charge or trial, says the Palestinian Prisoner Society. The nongovernmental advocacy group said all 37 journalists were detained following the start of the Gaza genocide in October 2023. It said Israel continues to target…
(2026-09-14). India Is Building a Third Way for BRICS' Digital Economy. moderndiplomacy.eu The 2026 BRICS Summit in New Delhi may be remembered for more than debates over de-dollarization, geopolitical rivalry, and the growing weight of the Global South. Its declaration also carried a quieter idea about how a multipolar digital economy might work: sovereign systems should remain nationally controlled while becoming increasingly interoperable. The New Delhi Declaration placed sovereign …
(2026-09-14). Two shot, several arrested in clashes after Panguna mine arson. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Carmel N. Pilotti, Michael E. Miller and Koroi Hawkins At least two people were shot and several arrested in the Papua New Guinea island of Bougainville on Sunday after unknown people set fire to equipment belonging to an Indian company poised to reopen one of the world's largest untapped copper and gold reserves. The…
(2026-09-14). Una nuova alleanza in Medio Oriente. strategic-culture.su L' "Accordo di difesa congiunta" tra Pakistan, Turchia e Arabia Saudita è un ulteriore passo verso il multipolarismo | Segue nostro In un lungo intervento dal titolo: "Il patto della Mecca segna una nuova era nella sicurezza regionale", apparso sul "China Daily" il 4 settembre