(2026-04-10). Putting Fuel on a Ceasefire: Israel Tries to Kill U.S.—Iran Talks. theintercept.com 
"In many ways, what actually has potentially led to this ceasefire is the fact that Iran is able to create a chokehold over 20 percent of the world's oil."
(2010-04-26). Fact check: Viral video does not show Pakistani jets escorting Iranian delegation for Islamabad talks; it's old. tribune.com.pk 
Multiple users, including PML-N supporters, were sharing a video across social media platforms since Thursday, claiming it shows Pakistani fighter jets escorting an Iranian delegation to Islamabad for talks. However, the video is old and shows Pakistani jets greeting the plane of Saudi Arabia's crown prince during his visit on February 17, 2019. | Backchannel diplomatic efforts by Pakistan paid off, as the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Wednesday, after weeks of escalating hostilities triggered by US-Israeli strikes on February 28, 2026, which quickly spiralled into a wider regional c…
(2026-04-10). 'No offensive role' for Australia as clock ticks towards first US-Iran talks since war. scmp.com US Vice-President J.D. Vance will travel to Islamabad for the first round of talks on Saturday morning local time with Iran to end the war in the Middle East, according to the White House. | The US Secret Service has already arrived in the Pakistani capital to make security arrangements ahead of his visit, which marks the most significant face-to-face, high-level US—Iran contact since 1979.
(2026-04-10). Are US-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan doomed to fail? responsiblestatecraft.org On Saturday, Iranian and American negotiators will
newrepublic.com (2026-04-10). Trump Rages as MTG Wrecks Him on CNN with Perfect Epithet
As Marjorie Taylor Greene savages Trump as "failing," a sharp observer of Trumpworld explains why the Iran fiasco has unleashed urgency within MAGA to move past him'and why it's a breaking point for the rest of us.
(2026-04-10). Israel plans talks with Lebanon as violence imperils Iran ceasefire. scmp.com In a potential boost to Middle East ceasefire efforts, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that he authorised direct negotiations with Lebanon "as soon as possible" aimed at disarming Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants and establishing relations between the neighbours. | Israel and Lebanon have technically been at war since Israel was established in 1948, and Netanyahu later stressed that there was no ceasefire between them. In a video statement, he said Israel will keep…
wakeuptopolitics.com (2026-04-10). What Happens If the Iran War Lasts The president has 60 days to terminate the hostilities, unless Congress has granted authorization or "is physically unable to meet as a result of an armed attack upon the United States." For the Iran war, the 60-day mark after Trump's initial letter will be May 1.
(2026-04-10). US-Iran ceasefire shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed. newarab.com 
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran showed further strain on Friday, a day before they are to negotiate in Pakistan, as Washington accused Tehran of breaching promises on the There was no sign Iran was lifting its near-total blockade of the strait, which has caused the worst-ever disruption to global energy supplies. Tehran cited Israel's ong…
(2026-04-10). 'High risk': US VP Vance tasked by Trump to lead Iran talks. geo.tv 
US Vice President JD Vance looks on before boarding Air Force Two to return to Washington, DC, after the White House announced he would be leading the US delegation in upcoming peace talks with Iran, at the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in Budapest, Hungary, on April 8, 2026….
(2026-04-10). Islamabad on high alert as Pakistan hosts crucial US-Iran talks amid Middle East ceasefire. ptcnews.tv US-Iran talks in Islamabad: Amid a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East, global attention has shifted to Islamabad, which is set to host high-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran starting April 11.The Pakistani capital has been placed under an unprecedented security lockdown ahead of the talks. Key areas, particularly the heavily guarded Red Zone, have been sealed off with strict movement restrictions. The zone, which houses Parliament, diplomatic missions, major government offices and luxury hotels is now accessible only to authorised personnel.Security forces have intensified patrols across t…
(2026-04-10). Report: Iranian delegation arrives in Pakistan ahead of talks with U.S. special envoys. haaretz.com
(2026-04-10). Cleveland: 'No war on Iran! workers.org 
No Kings protest, Cleveland, March 28, 2026. Antiwar activists gathered in Cleveland's Market Square Park on April 4 to say "No war on Iran!" Rally speakers represented Cleveland Peace Action, Clevelanders United Against War, Freedom Road Socialist Organization, InterReligious Task Force on Central America and Colombia and Workers World . . . |
(2026-04-10). How Iran Won The Iran War. scheerpost.com Juan Cole Informed Comment Trump announced a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday, April 7, the 39th day of the Israeli-US war on Iran. He depended on Pakistani mediators and a 10-point peace plan put forward by Iran itself. And so, Iran won the 2026 war. It did not win as in, scoring a knockout. It won …
(2026-04-10). When Flotillas Fight for Life, Not Empire. counterpunch.org 
Flotillas have historically been fleets of military vessels—tools of empire designed for swift offensive or defensive operations at sea. The images they evoke are ones of imperial power and looming violence. Just look at the massive US naval buildup that surrounded Iran as part of the recent US attacks. But peace activists have also developed
(2026-04-10). Selected Articles: Ceasefire in the Middle East — The Genocide Continues. globalresearch.ca 
By Trump has promised to give Iran's demands for a lasting peace favorable consideration. That goodwill will likely not last long once Trump has his …
(2026-04-10). Movement must stay vigilant — Stop the U.S.-Israeli wars now! iacenter.org April 10, 2026 The past few days have witnessed many ups and downs — first and foremost for the people of Iran and Lebanon but also for peace-loving people everywhere. On April 5 Trump had threatened to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages." On April 7 he delivered an extreme ultimatum on social media: "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again" if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened to any and all traffic. (pbs.org, April 7) The movement must continue to demonstrate in defense of Iran, Lebanon and Palestine. New York City, April 8, 2026. Photo: John Catalinotto Then came the abou…
(2026-04-10). On Iran's Ten-Point Proposal for Peace. counterpunch.org 
The United States has agreed with Iran to cease hostilities for two weeks. The illegal US and Israeli imposed war has not ended but has a break, although not in Lebanon which was supposed to be part of the deal. Just before the ceasefire was announced, the Iranian authorities released a ten-point peace plan that promises far
(2026-04-10). Haiti: Solidarity in a World at War. counterpunch.org 
As the world reels from the devastating U.S.-Israel war on Iran and Lebanon, and as the U.S.-backed Israeli genocide continues in Gaza and the West Bank, the Trump Administration's plan to assert its dominance over the Americas is also moving forward at an unprecedented pace. Having kidnapped Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and
(2026-04-10). Music Fundraiser to Benefit Palestinian Families in Gaza and Madison, April 17, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
UW-Madison chapters of YDSA and Students for Justice in Palestine invite you to a music benefit via @thursdayonward. All money from ticket and kuffiyeh sales will go directly to humanitarian aid for those who need it most. Come out to hear some incredible bands against apartheid and genocide. For details see this instagram post where you …
(2026-04-10). Melania Trump denies any Epstein connection, seeks end to 'lies'. geo.tv 
US First Lady Melania Trump delivers remarks in the Grand Foyer of the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 9, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-04-10). Malcolm X, Noam Chomsky, Sexual Predator Associations and Legacy Twists. counterpunch.org 
Malcolm X was far more deeply involved with a sexual predator—his superior, Elijah Muhammad, leader of the Nation of Islam (NOI)—than Noam Chomsky was involved with Jeffrey Epstein. However, Malcolm X's association with Muhammad has had virtually no effect on Malcolm's legacy, which has skyrocketed among the general public since his death.
(2026-04-10). Trump, Hegseth and the Language of War Crimes. counterpunch.org 
He's out of ideas, a mind running on empty. Increasingly, he is also short of reason, zapped by geopolitical addling and meddling. Now that US President Donald J. Trump has reached an uneasy understanding with Teheran that a two-week ceasefire should apply to the warring parties (Israel, as usual, has its own elastic interpretation as it continues attacking Lebanon),
(2026-04-10). Venezuela's National Assembly Appoints Larry Devoe as Attorney General Eglée González Lobato as Ombudsperson. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The voting process highlighted the stark contrast between the Bolivarian parliamentary…
(2026-04-10). Riot police push back protesters demanding higher wages in Venezuela. aljazeera.com Police pushed back protesters in Venezuela's capital as they demanded an increase to the minimum wage.
(2026-04-10). Roaming Charges: Mad Mouth, Bad Man; Mad Man, Bad Mouth. counterpunch.org 
+ If, in fact, the war is over (don't count on it), then Iran wins by surviving two massive bombing campaigns by the US and Israel (both nuclear-armed states) in the last year. Iran wins even bigger by keeping the Islamic Republic in power under the control of a younger, more militant leadership with the Republican Guard largely intact. Iran's victory grows larger when you consider that it keeps its nuclear research program and uranium stockpile. The victory becomes almost total when you factor in its ongoing control over the Strait of Hormuz and the fact that Trump was ready to call it quits in less than two mon…
(2026-04-10). Iran's drones, the Strait of Hormuz and the new world order. workers.org 
On April 8, the people of Iran celebrated. And as Iran's government announced, their military will keep its finger on the trigger. This implies not a moment of trust of U.S. imperialism, which violates every agreement it makes. Iranians celebrate ceasefire in Tehran, April 8, 2026. A ceasefire based on . . . |
(2026-04-10). Oil, Power, and Profit: Is a US-Iran Joint Tax Even Possible? thinktank.pk As tensions between the United States and Iran shift from open confrontation to cautious dialogue, an unusual and provocative idea has surfaced: can both countries jointly impose a tax on the Strait of Hormuz? At a time when global energy markets remain fragile after the 2026 Iran conflict, this concept has sparked debate among policymakers, …
(2026-04-10). threatens to 'annihilate' Iran — Antiwar protests called across U.S. iacenter.org April 7, 2026 April 7. The U.S. president threatened April 6 to annihilate Iran's civilian infrastructure starting the evening of April 7 if the Iranian government fails to open the Strait of Hormuz to all traffic. His earlier similar threat was laced with obscenities usually unsaid in public by imperialist heads of state. Four U.S. planes and two helicopters destroyed in reported 'rescue' of a downed specialist in Iran April 5, 2026. $200 million in U.S. equipment lost, possible unreported casualties. In response, 14 million Iranians vowed to risk their lives rather than submit. Thousands have already lined up o…
(2026-04-10). Rift over Lebanon, Hormuz puts Mideast truce at risk. ecns.cn The Middle East teetered between hope and despair on Thursday, within a day of a two-week ceasefire being announced, as the United States and Iran accused each other of violating the terms of the truce, Israel intensified its bombardment of Lebanon, and Iran continued its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-10). The Strait of Hormuz, Gate to the Great Sea: The Fifteenth Newsletter (2026). mronline.org 
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into a choke point for the world economy, with the gravest consequences falling not on the powerful but on the poorer nations of the Global South.
(2026-04-10). Fragile Ceasefire Tested as Strait Closure and Lebanon Fighting Continue. moderndiplomacy.eu A two day ceasefire between the United States and Iran has paused direct large scale strikes, but key flashpoints across the region remain active. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and escalating violence in Lebanon highlight the limited scope of the truce, exposing gaps in its coverage and enforcement. Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed …
(2026-04-10). From Hormuz to Kyiv: Are Short Ceasefires Becoming a Global War Strategy? thinktank.pk In 2026, a striking pattern is emerging across global conflict zones—wars are no longer being fought to conclusion but are instead being paused, recalibrated, and resumed. From the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran to the prolonged battlefield stalemate between Russia and Ukraine, the idea of short-term, tactical pauses—often lasting days or weeks—has …
(2026-04-10). International support grows for Iran. workers.org 
The U.S. and Israeli aggressor regimes seem to believe their attack on Iran will isolate the Islamic Republic. On the contrary, the determination of the Iranians to fight back has won support throughout the West Asia region and throughout the world. Russia and China are two of the more powerful . . . |
(2026-04-10). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2026-04-10). USA's most important nuclear attack bomber jets lose stealth shield amid Iran war? Big claim by… hindustantimes.com China's Jingan Technology claims its AI-driven "Jingqi" platform tracked U.S. B-2 Spirit aircraft during strikes on Iran, intercepting radio signals despite strict stealth protocols. The firm says it reconstructed flight paths and timelines during Operation Epic Fury, though detection occurred mainly during the return phase. The claim, supported by unverified "audio proof," has sparked debate over whether stealth airpower is becoming more visible through signal intelligence and AI data fusion. Analysts caution it reflects evolving intelligence methods, not a proven failure of U.S. air dominance or stealth technol…
(2026-04-10). Hegseth Demands Iran Hand Over Uranium Or US Will Seize It. popularresistance.org Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have issued a new demand that Iran forfeit its uranium stockpile, or else face renewed attacks or a ground operation by the U.S. and Israel — a threat levied just hours after the start of a fragile temporary ceasefire on Tuesday. | When asked if the U.S. has plans to force Iran to hand over its enriched uranium, Hegseth said in a press conference on Wednesday that "it's always been non-negotiable that they won't have nuclear capabilities." | "They'll give it to us voluntarily, we'll get it.
(2026-04-10). Rewriting the aims: next battle is for control over the narrative. haaretz.com While the Israeli prime minister retrospectively rewrites the goals of his and Trump's war against Iran, it's worth noting what things actually looked like on the war maps ‚ñ The northern front is a trap of a different kind ‚ñ Meanwhile, the impact of a war waged afar on the home front has been completely normalized…
(2026-04-10). After Iran: Is This the Unraveling of the US-Israeli Order? counterpunch.org 
The knives are out—and this time, they are not aimed at Tehran, but at Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Even the ever morally flexible Chris Christie moved quickly. The former New Jersey governor and longtime Republican insider, speaking on CNN, did not merely criticize Trump; he used the moment to indict establishment Republicans for enabling
(2026-04-10). The U.S.-Israeli War On Mental Health In Iran: What Will happen After The Shaky Ceasefire? scheerpost.com The trauma of war coupled with genocidal and demeaning rhetoric from U.S. leadership could lead to lasting mental health and social concerns for Iranians, experts say Kourosh Ziabari Prism A shaky ceasefire after 39 days of U.S.-Israeli war on Iran appears to be on the verge of collapse with Tel Aviv refusing to halt its heavy bombardment …
(2026-04-10). Israel continues to bomb Lebanon, as US media demands renewed onslaught against Iran. wsws.org Israeli airstrikes killed at least seven people in the town of al-Abbassieh in southern Lebanon on Thursday, as the bombardment of the country entered its second day since the proclamation of a US-Iran ceasefire.
(2026-04-10). Europe Welcomes Ceasefire Announcement In Iran. popularresistance.org After a prolonged series of communications that failed to mention the United States and Israel as participants — let alone initiators — of the illegal war on Iran, European leaders today welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire. While these statements did mention the US, they remained silent on Israel's role in the attacks, acknowledging its involvement only indirectly: "We call upon all sides to implement the ceasefire, including in Lebanon," a joint statement by several European Prime Ministers and EU officials reads. | The Israeli occupation, of course, continued to escalate its assault on Lebanon…
(2026-04-10). Pakistan's Ceasefire Diplomacy Deserves Recognition. thinktank.pk In moments of war, the real measure of a state is not how loudly it speaks, but how effectively it acts to save lives. Pakistan's role in helping secure the recent ceasefire between the United States and Iran, amid a wider regional war involving Israel, deserves recognition precisely for that reason. This was not diplomacy …
(2026-04-10). Counting down the minutes to the next Iran war, Netanyahu turns his attention to disarming democracy. haaretz.com The government's efforts to undermine and destroy everything it can and to turn Israel into an authoritarian state bordering on a dictatorship, have not ceased for a single moment ‚ñ The High Court of Justice's decision to allow Ben-Gvir to remain in his position will have a domino effect…
(2026-04-10). Experts dispute the 150-person Habima Square protest cap. haaretz.com A former Home Front Command officer estimated that about 5,000 people could reach the lower levels of the garage within 10 minutes — the typical early warning time for incoming threats. 'The 150-person limit is a joke,' a former city engineer said…
(2026-04-10). When Will the Trump Nightmare End? Have Too Many Thresholds Already Been Crossed? counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump continues to undermine the U.S. Constitution, reject democratic culture, violate international law, strain relationships with allies, and threaten adversaries with bombing them back to the Stone Age. The obvious question is: When will this end? Even as immediate issues are being raised about the reasons behind the U.S.—Israeli war against Iran and the exact nature of the ceasefire, we should keep asking: When will Trump's nightmarish influence stop?
(2026-04-10). After US-Israeli war on Iran: Can the Gulf still trust Washington? juancole.com
(2026-04-10). Detroit autoworkers denounce US-Israeli war on Iran: "This is for Big Oil" wsws.org Reporters from the World Socialist Web Site spoke to workers as they passed through the factory gates, shortly after reports emerged that the US government is moving toward automatic registration for a potential military draft.
(2026-04-10). Redefinition of the Persian Gulf Geopolitics from Iran's Perspective. unitedworldint.com From Integration of Threat to Differentiation of Strategies By Mohammad Reza Moradi, General Director of Mehr News Agency's Foreign Languages and International News Department, from Tehran / Iran With the beginning of the US and Israeli attack on Iran, we are also witnessing changes in Iran's view toward the Arab countries of the Persian Gulf …
(2026-04-10). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-10). Iran and US Reach Ceasefire Deal? "Extremely Fragile and Uncertain" globalresearch.ca After more than a month of war, Iran and the US-Israel coalition finally reached a temporary ceasefire agreement. | The future of hostilities remains uncertain, and a return to the active phase of the conflict could occur at any moment. | However, …
(2026-04-10). Fisherman catches Chinese drone; Iran war's lessons for China: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Indonesian fisherman nets surprise catch — a Chinese underwater drone | A Chinese underwater drone was caught by an Indonesian fisherman near a key waterway leading to Australia, local media reported.
(2026-04-10). Kuwait condemns drone attacks, Iran denies involvement. newarab.com 
Kuwait condemned what it described as drone attacks by Iran and its proxies targeting vital facilities in the country on Thursday evening, calling the strikes a violation of its sovereignty and airspace, the foreign ministry said in a statement. | Earlier on Thursday, Kuwait's state news agency reported a National Guard site was targeted by drones, causing significant material damage but no injuries. |
(2026-04-10). Wednesday 4/8: Emergency Rally Palo Alto: Stop Bombing Iran. indybay.org Where: In front of Tesla Showroom 4180 El Camino Real in Palo Alto…
(2026-04-10). Saudi Arabia says Iran attacks have affected oil production. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia said on Thursday that the attacks carried out in recent weeks by Iran against the kingdom's energy infrastructure killed one person and impacted its oil production capacity. | The attacks have targeted "infrastructure for oil and gas production, transport and refining, as well as petrochemical plants and power facilities in Riyadh, the Eastern Province and the industrial city of Yanbu," an energy ministry official told the SPA news agency. | The official said the attacks killed one person – a Saudi national – and injured seven others, and "disrupted several production operations at key facilities".
(2026-04-10). 'There is no scenario where the attack on Iran is legitimate'. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-10). China adds pilot FTZ in Inner Mongolia as opening-up drive accelerates. ecns.cn China has expanded its pilot free trade zones (FTZ) to 23 with the establishment of the China (Inner Mongolia) Pilot Free Trade Zone, the latest move in the country's sustained push for high-standard opening up, according to a plan made public by the State Council Thursday.
(2026-04-10). Lessons from the Zapatistas: From Armed Insurgency to People's Autonomy (Review). nacla.org 
A new book summarizes nearly 30 years of Zapatista political activity, tracing the construction of Mayan self-governance, unpacking the insurgency's "critical theory," and drawing lessons for the present.
(2026-04-10). Democrats Are Badly Failing To Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran. portside.org Democrats Are Badly Failing To Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran |
(2026-04-10). YouTube sparks backlash after introducing 90-second unskippable ads on TV. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Popular video-sharing platform YouTube recently sparked backlash after rolling out unskippable 90-second ads for TV users, making it impossible to enjoy content properly. According to Adwave, 150 million Americans watch YouTube on TV monthly, as more people ditch cable for greater convenience and fewer ads. However, Google's video platform has begun rolling out 90-second unskippable ads, leaving non-premium subscribers "speechless," according to a post on Reddit.YouTube sparks backlash after introducing 90-second unskippable ads on TV: YouTube has begun rolling out 90 second unskippable ads to t…
(2026-04-10). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-10). West Races to Break China's Grip on Critical Minerals. moderndiplomacy.eu The European Union and the United States are nearing a strategic agreement to coordinate the production and supply of critical minerals, according to reports. The move reflects growing concern in Western capitals over the dominance of China in global supply chains for key resources such as rare earth elements, which are essential for modern technologies …
(2026-04-10). The New Intelligence Challenge: How China Exploits Israel's Internal Divisions to Outmaneuver Mossad. moderndiplomacy.eu The Israeli intelligence apparatus, particularly the Mossad and Shin Bet, faces a growing challenge stemming from the Chinese strategy of its State Security Service (MSS). The MSS acts as China's foreign intelligence agency, aiming for soft Chinese penetration of Israeli civil society, human rights groups, and liberal circles. This strategy exploits internal divisions within Israeli …
(2026-04-10). War's Ripple Effect: Lebanon Slips Toward Food Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu Lebanon is facing a rapidly worsening food security situation as the fallout from the war involving Iran disrupts supply chains and drives up prices. The warning comes from the World Food Programme, which says the crisis is deepening alongside ongoing displacement and economic strain. A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has done …
(2026-04-10). Ceasefire Shakes Dollar Dominance. moderndiplomacy.eu The US dollar is heading for its sharpest weekly decline since January, as global markets react to a fragile ceasefire linked to tensions involving Iran. During the peak of the conflict, the dollar surged as investors rushed toward safe haven assets amid rising oil prices, inflation fears, and market volatility. Now, with a tentative pause …
(2026-04-10). Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA's energy security. sanews.gov.za Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA's energy security | Government has welcomed the successful commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Plant, a 148-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic facility in Limpopo province. | The plant was completed in April 2026 and commissioned by mineral resources company, Rio Tinto. | "This milestone represents a significant contribution to South Africa's ongoing efforts to diversify its energy mix, strengthen energy security, and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. | "The plant, which spans approximately 347 hectares, is expected to generate around 300 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean e…
(2026-04-10). Iran Ceasefire and Pope Leo. globalresearch.ca Despite the adoption of a ceasefire on the war in Iran, the Trump Legacy is in deep trouble — and he knows it. | Even as President Donald Trump imagines himself to be an American hero, the bottom line is that …
(2026-04-10). US's Erosion of the Right to Cartoon Is No Laughing Matter. scheerpost.com Hank Kennedy for FAIR (Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting) During World War II, cartoonist Bill Mauldin was summoned to a meeting with Gen. George S. Patton. Mauldin's Stars and Stripes cartoons drew Patton's ire over his matter-of-fact depictions of war and American GIs. To Mauldin, war was no fun adventure. In Up Front, his Willie and Joe were war-weary and …
(2026-04-10). Sri Lanka repatriates 125 telecom fraud suspects to China. ecns.cn Sri Lanka has repatriated 125 telecom fraud suspects to China after joint operations targeting cross-border scams, authorities said.
(2026-04-10). Trump threatens to leave NATO as Rutte says meeting was "very frank" infobrics.org With threats to NATO itself, both to withdraw and to demand reimbursement for all materials sent to Ukraine, the US has become an adversary of Europe itself.
(2026-04-10). The skylines of the future will be made of wood. grist.org 
Picture yourself in a wind-swept forest. Leaves are rustling and trunks are creaking as trees sway to and fro. This oscillation might seem precarious, but it's actually an ancient adaptation: If pines and firs and all the others were perfectly stiff, a gust would snap them. So instead, they flex. | Now teleport yourself to the top floor of a skyscraper during the same windstorm, ever so slightly bending in the same way. A tree's clever evolutionary trick, you see, has made the modern metropolis possible: As towers reached higher and higher in the early 20th century, architects used not wood but steel to create…
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/11: Using the Frontier Thesis to explain White Christian Nationalism: another walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Black History & the Class Struggle: Which Way Forward for the Black Struggle? indybay.org First Congregational Church of Oakland, Reidenbach Hall, 2501 Harrison St. (at 27th St.), Oakland…
(2026-04-10). UAW issues statement of phony support for Mexican tire workers shot on picket line. wsws.org The UAW's "support" for Mexican tire workers promotes appeals to Trump's Labor Department and the Mexican government and ruling class while pitting US autoworkers against their Mexican class brothers.
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Open stage illuminates 'technical glimmers'. ecns.cn Hexagon, a Swedish provider of measurement and information technology specializing in digital solutions, made its debut at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2019. Deeply impressed by the vast potential and openness of the Chinese market, the company decided to establish its China R&D headquarters.
(2026-04-10). Reporters: Cover the Integrity of the Next Election, not the Horse Race. juancole.com By A few weeks before the 2020 presidential election, I wrote "
(2026-04-10). SEPTA wants money for new buses, trains and station upgrades in 2027 budget proposal. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? SEPTA is proposing a $2.7 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2027 to begin purchasing roughly 250 new hybrid buses, add taller turnstiles at subway stations and invest in its aging infrastructure, among other things. | Service cuts not on the table: | SEPTA is requesting a one-time transfer of capital funds to its operating budget following an emergency approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. This will keep full service levels going through…
(2026-04-10). WeChat restricts AI-generated content, stresses role of human creators. ecns.cn Tencent's WeChat has introduced a series of measures since March to curb the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools on its official accounts platform, amid growing hype on social media around AI-powered "one-person companies", according to media reports.
(2010-04-26). Sindh announces early closure of markets, malls under austerity measures. tribune.com.pk 
The Sindh government announced new operating hours for markets, restaurants, and wedding halls on Friday under austerity measures aimed at coping with the fuel crisis amid tensions in the Middle East, according to a notification issued by the home department. | Earlier this week, the federal government decided to close markets and shopping malls across Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), Balochistan, Islamabad Capital Territory, Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), and Azad Jammu and Kashmir by 8pm. | The decision was made during a key review meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, which focused on energy-saving st…
(2026-04-10). Ukraine Braces for a Season of Pressure. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned that the coming months will be among the most difficult of the war, with Ukraine facing simultaneous military and diplomatic strain. His remarks reflect a shifting phase in the conflict, where battlefield dynamics are increasingly intertwined with global political and economic pressures, particularly as other geopolitical crises reshape international …
(2026-04-10). Palestinian journalist describes losing prosthetic eye in Israeli prison. aljazeera.com Palestinian journalist Muath Amarne said his prosthetic eye fell out after an infection while in Israeli detention.
(2026-04-10). War on Iran disrupts efforts to save the Asiatic cheetah, world's rarest big cat. mronline.org 
Before the war began in February 2026, there was some rare good news for Iran's imperiled Asiatic cheetahs.
(2026-04-10). GHS Global Chemical Safety: What Businesses Need to Know. moderndiplomacy.eu Every year, billions of chemical shipments cross international borders. Each one carries documentation governed by national regulations that still vary widely from country to country. The UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) was designed to solve this fragmentation. Adopted by the UN in 2003, GHS created a single framework for …
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Startups break new ground at CIIE. ecns.cn In 2023, the "Moonwalkers" smart-powered shoes saw strong success in overseas markets following their launch, but had yet to enter China. It wasn't until their debut at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2024 that the shoes-often dubbed the "Wind Fire Wheels"-began to gain widespread recognition in the Chinese market.
(2026-04-10). A Redditor Criticized ICE. Trump Is Trying to Unmask Them by Dragging the Company to a Secret Grand Jury.>. theintercept.com 
An ICE summons to get the user's identity failed. Advocates worry the move to a grand jury signals an escalation of the war on dissent.
(2026-04-10). What Marx actually meant by dialectics. mronline.org 
Marx's dialectic is misinterpreted, twisted, and vulgarized to this day, 180 years after he first expounded on his method.
(2026-04-10). From General to President: Myanmar's Fragile Reset. moderndiplomacy.eu Myanmar's new president, Min Aung Hlaing, has formally assumed office, marking a transition from military chief to civilian head of state following the Myanmar coup 2021. The move consolidates his control after years of political upheaval, civil conflict, and international isolation. In his inauguration speech, he acknowledged the scale of challenges facing the country, while …
(2026-04-10). N3 reopens near Harrismith following truck obstruction. sanews.gov.za N3 reopens near Harrismith following truck obstruction | All lanes in both directions on the N3 near the Harrismith North Interchange have been reopened on Friday to traffic, after an earlier multiple-truck obstruction. | Motorists are, however, advised to expect ongoing congestion and delays in the area while the traffic backlog is cleared. | N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) Chief Operating Officer Thania Dhoogra has urged road users to approach the area with caution. | "Please remain patient and drive with extra caution until the current traffic backlog has been cleared and mobility is fully restored," Dhoogra said.
(2026-04-10). Indonesia-Russia Boost Higher Education Ties via BMSTU Collaboration. infobrics.org The Indonesian Higher Education, Science, and Technology Ministry met a delegation from Bauman Moscow State Technical University (BMSTU), Russia, to strengthen higher education and research cooperation in Jakarta…
(2026-04-10). Claims of Victory, Reality of Defeat: The True Picture of the America-Iran War. globalresearch.ca When the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between America and Iran was made, the world collectively exhaled in relief. | For more than a month, the clouds of war had loomed over West Asia, casting a shadow of fear not only …
(2026-04-10). Energy prices may take 'months' to normalise, despite ceasefire: Analysts. aljazeera.com There needs to be a predictable and stable flow of cargo through the strait before markets can stabilise, experts say.
(2026-04-10). Private Equity Gets the Green Light to Raid Workers' Retirement Accounts. counterpunch.org 
For more than a decade, private equity has been on a quest to gain access to the nearly $14 trillion of hard-earned money in workers' defined contribution retirement accounts, two-thirds in 401(k) plans. On March 30, the Trump administration handed private equity, private credit, crypto, and the full array of alternative investments the keys to
(2026-04-10). Sources: Shin Bet chief does not view Jewish attacks on Palestinians as terror. haaretz.com According to security officials, David Zini has deprioritized the Shin Bet division responsible for tackling right-wing extremism – and even refers to such as incidents as 'cases of friction' between Israeli settlers and Palestinians…
(2026-04-10). SA committed to resetting diplomatic relations with US. sanews.gov.za SA committed to resetting diplomatic relations with US | While trade relations between South Africa and the United States face several challenges, President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is committed to rebuilding political and diplomatic relations with the US. | Speaking at the American Chamber of Commerce South Africa Annual General Meeting on Thursday, the President said he has been engaging the new US Ambassador to South Africa, Ambassador Bozell, on efforts to repair the strained diplomatic relations. | "Yesterday, I had the pleasure of receiving the credentials of the new US Ambassador to South Afric…
(2026-04-10). Tidbits-Apr 9-Reader Comments: Everything on Hold for Two Weeks-Time To Protest, Call on Congress: No More War With Iran: After 8 Million in the Streets — What Comes Next?; Abuse and Exploitation in the Restaurant Industry; May Day Rally, March NYC. portside.org Tidbits-Apr 9-Reader Comments: Everything on Hold for Two Weeks-Time To Protest, Call on Congress: No More War With Iran: After 8 Million in the Streets — What Comes Next?; Abuse and Exploitation in the Restaurant Industry; May Day Rally, March NYC |
(2026-04-10). Protest Against Drone Warfare Closes Two Gates at Holloman Air Force Base. indybay.org The annual protest action, Shut Down Drone Warfare, temporarily shuts down two gates at Holloman AFB near Alamogordo, New Mexico, urging drone pilots to refuse to fly weaponized drones to commit war crimes.
(2026-04-10). Can a 'community with a shared future' prevail over zero-sum rivalry? scmp.com With the coming summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump back on schedule for May, the two leaders present two starkly different paths for the world: one defined by a "community with a shared future" and the other driven by unpredictable impulses of rivalry and division. | While Trump postponed the April summit to engage Xi without the distractions of the war he launched on Iran, a swift resolution before their meeting does not seem likely — despite the newly…
(2026-04-10). Xi meets KMT leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday morning met with Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, in Beijing.
(2026-04-10). European War on Russia. The EU's Expansionist Ambitions. globalresearch.ca In 1648, thanks to a Cossack uprising, an independent state emerged on the territory of present-day Ukraine, which was divided in 1667 between Russia and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. | The Dnieper River served as the border. By the end of …
(2026-04-10). Who's Counting? Gas Prices, the Stock Market, and Dead Children. counterpunch.org 
Collapsing in panic over the price of gas is a characteristically incoherent American tradition. The highly paid press, political officials, and the same people who ignore as a matter of routine the rising costs of housing, health care, and higher education treat a 25-cent-per-gallon jump in fuel as tantamount to the apocalypse. Meanwhile, something similar to the apocalypse actually threatens livable ecology on Earth (the universe's only habitable planet for those keeping count), largely due to the extraction of fossil fuels, but biodiversity in a boiling world is hardly relevant. Or, at least, that is what one…
(2026-04-10). President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court. sanews.gov.za President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court | President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Justice Nambitha Christabel Dambuza-Mayosi and Justice Katharine Mary Savage as Judges of the Constitutional Court with effect from 1 May 2026. | President Ramaphosa has made these appointments after consultation with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly. | The appointments were made in terms of section 174(4) of the Constitution. | Justice Dambuza-Mayosi currently serves as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Appeal — a position she has held since June…
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). Is Israel Waging a War of Terror? globalresearch.ca People keep asking, "Why?" Why is Israel bombing entire civilizations into oblivion? Is it really about oil or the Greater Israel, or even money — or is it more about the infliction of 'terror'?
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | The eastern answer to Spanish technology. ecns.cn From Madrid to Shanghai, and from ham and olive oil to aerospace and aluminum processing technology, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) acts as a bridge across mountains and seas, enabling Spain's innovative companies to make precise connections with China's industrial and capital chains.
(2026-04-10). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-10). Myanmar's coup leader Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as president. aljazeera.com Min Aung Hlaing seeks to 'enhance' international relations and ties with ASEAN after coup plunged Myanmar into chaos.
(2026-04-10). China removes tens of thousands of 'AI-modified' videos in content crackdown. ecns.cn China's television regulator said it has removed tens of thousands of AI-altered videos and penalized multiple accounts as part of a campaign to curb problematic online content.
(2026-04-10). SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions. sanews.gov.za SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions | The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has officially received the African Spelling Bee Championship trophy from South African learners who secured first place at the continental competition held in Harare, Zimbabwe. | Team South Africa emerged as overall champions at the Africa leg of the spelling bee competition, with learner Ashton Singh also achieving second place in the Junior Division. | The eighth season of the African Spelling Bee was held at the end of March with more than 30 African countries competing. | The South African learners' perform…
(2026-04-10). Macron Courts Trump with Versailles Invite Amid Strained G7 Dynamics. moderndiplomacy.eu French President Emmanuel Macron is attempting to secure the attendance of Donald Trump at this year's G7 summit by extending a high profile invitation to a post summit dinner at the Palace of Versailles. The effort comes as France prepares to host the G7 Summit in June, with proceedings scheduled in the lakeside resort of …
(2026-04-10). Idaho constructs remote-controlled firing squad chamber: A method of state killing with a merciless history. wsws.org In the gruesome landscape of state-sanctioned murder in the US, the construction of a remote-controlled firing squad chamber in Idaho stands out for its calculated, savagery.
(2026-04-10). China issues measures to prevent dengue fever import amid global surge. ecns.cn China's customs authority issued new measures on Thursday to prevent the import of dengue fever, requiring health declarations and stricter quarantine checks for travelers and goods from outbreak areas.
(2026-04-10). Netanyahu seeks Lebanon talks under fire, as strikes continue despite ceasefire push. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he has ordered the immediate opening of direct negotiations with Lebanon, focusing on the disarmament of Hezbollah and the normalization of relations, even as Israeli airstrikes continued across the country.Netanyahu said the proposed talks should begin as soon as possible and welcomed Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's recent call for disarming non-state armed groups in Beirut, describing it as a constructive step.The announcement came hours after US President Donald Trump urged Israel to scale back its military campaign to preserve momentum behind the…
(2026-04-10). Energy as War: From Oil Fields to Cobalt Mines. counterpunch.org 
(2026-04-10). Will EU and Ukraine promote new Maidan in Hungary. infobrics.org European bureaucrats have already chosen their side in the Hungarian parliamentary elections.
(2026-04-10). Harriet Tumbled: Now I Know Why Brits Love and Fear for Their NHS. counterpunch.org 
The fall The Twineham Ward of Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, Sussex, U.K., consists of six bays of patients to the left, multiple offices to the right and a long corridor in between. But to call it a corridor isn't quite right; it's more like a spine because it's the nerve center where senior nurses
(2026-04-10). China's CPI rises 1% in March. ecns.cn China's consumer price index (CPI) rose 1 percent year on year in March, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed on Friday.
(2026-04-10). Arson fire destroys major warehouse in Ontario, California. albawaba.com ALBAWABA-A massive six-alarm fire destroyed a 1.2 million-square-foot warehouse operated by Kimberly-Clark in Ontario, California, authorities said, in what investigators are treating as a case of suspected arson.The facility, run by NFI Industries, stored large volumes of consumer paper products, including Kleenex tissues, Scott and Cottonelle toilet paper, and other hygiene goods. Officials said the warehouse played a key role in supplying tissue products to tens of millions of people across the western United States.The fire broke out around 12: 30 a.m. and spread rapidly through highly flammable inventory, pro…
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | CIIE as a launchpad for expanding market opportunities. ecns.cn In 2018, Kà§rcher participated in the first China International Import Expo (CIIE) with a "give it a try" mindset, but the scale and impact of the event far exceeded expectations. This experience strengthened Kà§rcher's commitment to participating year after year. Since then, its booth size has continued to expand, and its exhibits have become increasingly diverse.
(2026-04-10). The 'Leading UK Scientists' Letter Urging Abandonment of North Sea is Ideology Masquerading as Science. wattsupwiththat.com From Tilak's Substack Tilak Doshi The Financial Times reported on Good Friday that "more than 65 leading UK scientists" had signed an open letter, published as a Google Doc, urging the Government to abandon…
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Innovative power driving sustainable development. ecns.cn At the CIIE, Muhua also connected with a Chinese security technology company, and together they developed AI intelligent detection technology to assess durian quality. This collaboration has significantly enhanced the standardization and international competitiveness of Malaysian durians, while also contributing to the development of Malaysia's rural economy.
(2026-04-10). The Age of the Gilded Apple. counterpunch.org 
Half a century is plenty of time for an Apple to stay fresh, or to rot. The New York Times's Kalley Huang ("For Employee No. 8, Many Changes in Apple's 50-Year History," April 2) traces the evolution of Apple Inc. from a "scrappy start-up that assembled computers by hand" — and whose organic name was
(2026-04-10). Kim Jong Un waiting for Trump, but there's a path right in front of him. responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this week, North Korea
(2026-04-10). Conservation in Colombia Leaves Locals Behind. nacla.org 
As the government moves to establish a coast guard station in Gorgona Island, local communities claim they have been left out of the process.
(2026-04-10). Russian police raid independent news site 'Novaya Gazeta'. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Russian independent news website, Novaya Gazeta, revealed that the Russian police had raided Moscow offices, AFP reported on ThursdayNovaya Gazeta detailed on Thursday that masked security service agents were searching its Moscow office as part of an unspecified probe.The reason for the operation was unclarified, and the newspaper's lawyers were not being allowed into the building, the Russian news site said in a statement on Telegram.On the other hand, state news agency RIA quoted law enforcement officials as saying that the probe conducted inside the office was linked to an investigation into the ill…
(2026-04-10). Middle East conflict to weigh on Asia-Pacific growth: ADB. ecns.cn Economic growth in developing Asia and the Pacific is projected to slow to 5.1% in both 2026 and 2027, down from 5.4% in 2025, as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and persistent trade uncertainty dampen the regional outlook, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Friday.
(2026-04-10). Georgia: Deported Azerbaijani Journalist at Risk. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadigov detained in Tbilisi, Georgia, 2024. | © 2024 RFE/RL | (Berlin, April 10, 2026) — Georgian authorities forcibly returned an exiled Azerbaijani journalist, Afgan Sadigov, to Azerbaijan, exposing him to a credible risk of politically motivated prosecution and ill-treatment, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities deported him without a meaningful assessment of these risks in proceedings that raise serious due process concerns. Their actions call into question the good faith of both governments with respect to their obligations under th…
(2026-04-10). Wednesday 4/29: Virtual Visit: Burin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-vi……
(2026-04-10). Desperation Mode? Ukraine Strikes Russian Energy Hub in Attempt to Drag Europe Into Prolonged War. globalresearch.ca While the global spotlight has been on the volatile aftermath of the
(2026-04-10). Trump's selective service filing prepares for activation of US military draft. wsws.org A Trump administration filing reveals preparations to activate a military draft for men aged 18 to 26 as Washington readies wider imperialist war.
(2026-04-10). Anti War Action Network Calls For National Day Of Action On Tax Day. scheerpost.com By Fight Back! News Say NO to Trump's war on Iran! The Anti War Action Network (AWAN) called for a national day of action on Tax Day, April 15, to protest Trump's costly war on Iran. President Trump has asked Congress to authorize an additional $200 billion for his war on Iran while at the same …
(2026-04-10). Friday 4/17: They Tried to Silence Us: Personal Stories of Political Imprisonment. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/they-tried……
(2026-04-10). Nation to advance space computing industry amid global race for tech edge. ecns.cn China is set to roll out policies to accelerate the development of the space computing industry, a strategic move that could reshape how data is processed in orbit and cement the nations position in the global technology race.
(2026-04-10). Trump's Wreckage of Social Security and Medicare. portside.org Trump's Wreckage of Social Security and Medicare |
(2026-04-10). Shaky Ceasefire Between the U.S. and Iran on the Table in Pakistan. globalresearch.ca A fragile diplomatic breakthrough has emerged in the Middle East following weeks of escalating conflict, as Pakistan steps in as a key mediator between the United States and Iran. The initiative, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, proposes an immediate …
(2026-04-10). Milwaukee, April 16, 2026: Teach-In, Analysis of the IHRA Bill Implications How We Keep Fighting for Palestine! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-10). Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine. ecns.cn MOSCOW, April 9 ⚪ Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced an Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine, the Kremlin said Thursday.
(2026-04-10). Pentagon plays down rift with Vatican despite Pope Leo's criticism. scmp.com The Pentagon and the Vatican denied allegations of a rift following Pope Leo's criticism of the Trump administration and a news report of a contentious meeting between a papal envoy and a top US defence official. | In separate statements, the two sides both professed an eagerness to get along, saying the meeting that occurred in January was frank but polite. The Defence Department issued a statement that said "we have nothing but the highest regard and welcome continued dialogue with the Holy…
(2026-04-10). Ethiopia army base used to support Sudan paramilitary: report. newarab.com 
An Ethiopian military base close to the Sudanese border is lending support to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, according to a report by a research unit at Yale University released Wednesday. | The Yale School of Public Health's Humanitarian Research Lab (HRL) said analysis of satellite imagery and open-source data shows activity "consistent with military assistance to the RSF" at an Ethiopian base in Asosa, in the Benishangul-Gumuz region, between late December 2025 and late March 2026. | The paramilitary group, which has been at war with Sudan's army since April 2023, was accused last month by the Sudanese…
(2026-04-10). German reactions to the "ceasefire" in the Iran war: Berlin sticks to its war aims. wsws.org The German government and ruling class have officially welcomed the "ceasefire" in the Iran war. But behind the diplomatic phrases lies no departure from previous war policies.—on the contrary, their continuation by other means.
(2026-04-10). America Is Losing the World—and It Doesn't Know How to Stop. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer The so-called ceasefire is already cracking—and anyone paying attention knows why. In this wide-ranging and unsettling conversation, retired U.S. Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson pulls back the curtain on a geopolitical order that is not stabilizing, but unraveling. The war with Iran isn't ending—it's mutating. NATO isn't adapting—it's collapsing. And the United States, rather than …
(2026-04-10). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/11: Real Estate and most every social question: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). France pulls $15B in gold from US as "Transatlantic divorce" unfolds amid Iranian war. infobrics.org France's withdrawal of $15 billion in gold from US custody should draw attention beyond financial circles. Combined with its Middle East stance and recognition of Palestine, Paris appears to be redefining its strategic alignment. Europe's growing divergence from Washington suggests deeper structural changes. The transatlantic relationship may be entering a new phase or even ending.
(2026-04-10). Far-right Alberta premier announces anti-immigrant referendum. wsws.org Evoking the fascist anti-immigrant demagogy of the Trump administration, far-right Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has called a provincial referendum for next fall with the aim of whipping up animosity to immigrants and providing "popular" sanction for stripping them of rights.
(2026-04-10). Auriemma's Personal Apology to Dawn Staley Reflects Years of Her Principled Institutional Leadership. moguldom.com Geno Auriemma directly apologized to South Carolina coach Dawn Staley on Tuesday evening, saying he "lost myself" during a heated postgame confrontation after his UConn team's 62-48 Final Four loss. This was his second statement in four days, but the first to address Staley by name—a meaningful pivot that signals genuine accountability from the legendary …
(2026-04-10). From connectivity to heartfelt bonds, China-ASEAN stories rise from everyday life. ecns.cn From the rapid expansion of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor to the growing momentum of the China—Thailand Railway; from the 350 km/h Jakarta—Bandung High-Speed Railway to the steady progress of Malaysia's East Coast Rail Link, China and ASEAN are breaking down geographic barriers through stronger connectivity and deepening ties between their peoples. | Each transport corridor and border crossing tells vivid, down-to-earth stories of cross-border lives. Through youthful exchanges and genuine connection, the friendship between China and ASEAN continues to flourish across mountains and seas…
(2026-04-10). Friday 4/10: TDC Werkers Union Rally. indybay.org The Diversity Center, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/11: Chinatown Springtime Festival. indybay.org Waverly Place, Chinatown…
(2026-04-10). HMT Limited Partners with Russia's Rosatom Additive Technology to Boost Industrial 3D Printing in India. infobrics.org MoU to Manufacture Advanced Additive Technology Machines, Strengthening India's High-Precision Engineering and Aatmanirbhar Bharat Goals…
(2026-04-10). Wisconsin City Passes Nation's First Anti-Data Center Referendum. portside.org Wisconsin City Passes Nation's First Anti-Data Center Referendum |
(2026-04-10). Hip-Hop Legend Afrika Bambaataa Passes Away at 67: Black America Responds to Complicated Legacy and Credible Allegations of Abuse of Black Boys. moguldom.com NEW YORK — Afrika Bambaataa, the Bronx-born visionary credited with codifying the elements of hip-hop and founding the Universal Zulu Nation, has died at the age of 67. His death, confirmed by TMZ on April 9, 2026, follows a battle with cancer in Pennsylvania. While his musical innovations, particularly the 1982 track "Planet Rock," remain foundational …
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Earth Day Protest: "Energy From Heaven" Human Banner at Sunny Ocean Beach SF. indybay.org Ocean Beach – Stairwell 17 | 1000 Great Hwy | San Francisco, CA 94121 | Register here: www.mobilize.us/indivisiblesf/event/9333……
(2026-04-10). Turkish municipal workers support Will Lehman's UAW presidential campaign. wsws.org The WSWS has received messages of support for Lehman's campaign from workers at the Kadƒ±kà∂y, Maltepe, and ≈ûi≈üli municipalities in Istanbul.
(2026-04-10). FM meets with DPRK counterpart, both pledge closer cooperation. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China is ready to work with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to consolidate the positive momentum of bilateral relations, deliver greater benefits to the two peoples, and jointly promote regional peace and development, during his talks with DPRK Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui in Pyongyang on Thursday.
(2026-04-10). Title deeds bring jubilation to Limpopo community. sanews.gov.za Title deeds bring jubilation to Limpopo community | Today is a day of jubilation for the community of Sebilong, situated just outside Thabazimbi, in Limpopo, as they received their title deeds from Deputy President Paul Mashatile. ⚪ All roads led to Thabazimbi on Friday as the community gathered to witness the title deeds handover ceremony. This landmark ceremony represents a significant milestone in advancing land reform efforts aimed at redressing the injustices of historical land dispossession and restoring land rights to rightful beneficiaries. ⚪ The Sebilong community successfully lodged their land claim…
(2026-04-10). RBI Seeks Ways for Russia to Use Rupee Reserves, Official Says. infobrics.org India is exploring additional ways for Russia to utilize its accumulated rupee reserves, according to a senior central bank official…
(2026-04-10). Thursday 4/23: Reimagining AI: How AI is Being Used & Abused and Harnessing It for Social Good. indybay.org Online via Zoom | RSVP: www.thenation.com/events/reimagining-ai/…
(2026-04-10). America's $2.5 Trillion National Security Budget for FY 2027. counterpunch.org 
The table below displays the total US National Security budget. The amounts shown are not restricted to what constitutes Pentagon spending or the larger "National Defense" (050) budget function. Also included in the broader National Security category are the Veterans Administration (the human costs of wars), the State Department (diplomacy, arms sales, etc.) and Homeland
(2026-04-10). If Kushner Was Smart, He'd Invest in Rope: Israel's Lynching Law for Palestinians Law. counterpunch.org 
That there exist dozens of laws designed to protect and to benefit Israeli Jews to the exclusion of all other non-Jewish citizens is beyond debate; indeed it's very much settled by the literal verse of its numerous supremacist statutes and regulations. To find tens of thousands of Palestinian political prisoners disappeared through a military "justice" system that detains them indefinitely … with children, the elderly and those in between sitting uncharged, unprosecuted, unconvicted, unsentenced, and battered and bruised, has long been the norm blinked by the Israeli civil society and its courts. Yet, with the…
(2026-04-10). International security cooperation seminar held in Beijing. ecns.cn The Chinese Ministry of National Defense held a seminar on international security cooperation from Thursday to Friday, attended by foreign military attachés to China and representatives from international organizationsChina offices.
(2026-04-10). Book launch announcement: 'War Diaries, Volume 2: The Russia-Ukraine War, 2024'. gilbertdoctorow.com 
Gilbert Doctorow Apr 10, 2026 I take pleasure in announcing that Volume 2, 2024 has just been placed on sale by Amazon throughout its worldwide websites. Within a week or so an e-book version will be added. Armageddon Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free …
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | CIIE: Empowering health care for more people. ecns.cn From its debut at the first China International Import Expo (CIIE) to becoming a regular participant, the CIIE has meant far more to Novartis than simply a product showcase.
(2026-04-10). Jacobin and the DSA sow complacency to demobilize opposition to war against Iran. wsws.org The house organ of the Democratic Socialists of America seeks to conceal the depth of the political crisis precipitated by the war and Trump's threats of genocide against Iran.
(2026-04-10). Thailand: Security Agency Implicated in Attack on Muslim Lawmaker. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Kamonsak Leewamoh, a Muslim member of parliament and human rights lawyer, Thailand, December 2025. | © 2025 Private | (Bangkok) — Thai authorities should urgently, thoroughly, and impartially investigate the assassination attempt on Kamonsak Leewamoh, a Muslim member of parliament and prominent human rights lawyer, Human Rights Watch said today. On March 20, 2026, at about 1 a.m., gunmen in a pickup truck opened fire with M-16 assault rifles at Kamonsak's minivan as he was arriving at his house in Narathiwat province's Bacho district. Kamonsak was not hit, but his assistant a…
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | CIIE: a 'fast track' and a 'green channel'. ecns.cn Elekta is a regular participant in the China International Import Expo (CIIE). Its debut at the first CIIE marked a milestone for the company. That year, Elekta launched a groundbreaking product globally, which quickly drew widespread attention through the platform.
(2026-04-10). Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Arrives in Grenada on First Official State Visit. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Acting President Rodríguez was accompanied by a high-level ministerial delegation, including Foreign Minister Yván Gil, Information Minister Miguel à…
(2026-04-10). 2026 Reel Work Labor Film Festival. indybay.org 2026 Reel Work Labor Festival Hybrid…
(2026-04-10). Rare tree blooms for first time in Hunan garden. ecns.cn Photos taken last week show plants of Sinojackia dolichocarpa—a rare tree species—in full bloom for the first time at the Hunan Botanical Garden in Changsha.[Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn].
(2026-04-10). 2 missing workers in Grays Ferry parking garage collapse 'presumed dead.' Philly residents call it a tragedy. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Rescue and recovery efforts continued Thursday to locate two people missing after Mayor Cherelle Parker said Thursday night that the missing are still unaccounted for and are presumed dead. | Part of the concrete str…
(2026-04-10). Italy's Deadly Complicity: Meloni Backs Israel's Expansionist Wars While Italian Troops Are Humiliated in Lebanon. counterpunch.org 
On April 8, 2026, as Israel dropped over 160 bombs on Beirut in just 10 minutes — turning entire neighborhoods into rubble and killing dozens more civilians — Israeli forces simultaneously fired warning shots at a clearly marked Italian UNIFIL convoy in southern Lebanon, damaging a vehicle. Nobody was killed in the attack on the
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/25: Palestinian Day Film Screening and Q&A. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center of San Jose | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95124…
(2026-04-10). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-10). All with Cuba: Against the threat of imperialist aggression and for the right to life. radiohc.cu From the International Committee for Peace, Justice, and Dignity for the Peoples, we call upon men and women of goodwill to join the actions that will take place around the world from April 19th onward, in the Centennial Year of Fidel Castro and the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs (Playa Giron) invasion, the first defeat of imperialism in Latin America.
(2026-04-10). To Prevent the Extinction of Canada Lynx, the Forest Service Must Stop Clearcutting Lynx Habitat. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed Canada lynx as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act in 1999. Federal designation of "Lynx Critical Habitat" was intended to not only recover lynx but also recover the ecosystems upon which lynx depend for survival. Canada lynx are comparable to the bobcat in size and particularly distinguished by
(2026-04-10). King Charles Explains to Aussie Flood Victims They Should have Done More about Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com As Australia wakes up to the Iran War reality we still need fossil fuel, King Charles chooses now to push his climate obsession.
(2026-04-10). Public urged to shape new whistleblower protection law. sanews.gov.za Public urged to shape new whistleblower protection law | Government has called on South Africans to help shape a sweeping new law aimed at protecting whistleblowers. | Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamaloko Kubayi, on Thursday unveiled the proposed Protected Disclosures Bill in Pretoria, describing it as a "critical intervention" to safeguard individuals who come forward with information on wrongdoing. | But while the Bill introduces far-reaching reforms, Kubayi stressed that it is still a proposal — and its final strength will depend on public input before the 14 May 2026 deadline.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Santa Cruz Earth Day Celebration. indybay.org Pacific Ave/Cooper Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-10). Israeli soldiers beat elderly Palestinian woman to death during West Bank home raid. mronline.org 
Israeli soldiers beat a 68-year-old Palestinian woman to death during a raid on her home in the town of Jayyous, in the northern occupied West Bank on Tuesday.
(2026-04-10). How to Stop a Data Center. counterpunch.org 
"Why do you think you can stop a $1.2billion University of Michigan and Los Alamos project?" was the first Instagram message we received at the launch of the Stop the Data Center campaign in Ypsilanti, Michigan. For us, the question was not "why?" but "how?" Our campaign is built against an exceptional and horrifying facility
(2026-04-10). New Zealand House of Representatives speaker to visit China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee Zhao Leji, Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives Gerry Brownlee will lead a delegation to visit China from April 12 to 16.
(2026-04-10). Friday 4/10: Protest at the israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St, SF…
(2026-04-10). Wednesday 4/8: Stop War on IRAN. End the war for good. National Day of Action. indybay.org Powell and Market Streets, San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). SARS reminds trusts to file income tax returns. sanews.gov.za SARS reminds trusts to file income tax returns | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has urged all trusts registered in South Africa to submit income tax returns for every year of assessment, in line with legislative requirements. | This obligation applies even where a trust had no economic activity during the relevant year. | "Where a trust is no longer being used for its intended purpose, trustees are encouraged to formally terminate the trust through the Office of the Master of the High Court (Master). | "Once the Master has issued a written confirmation of termination, trustees should request SARS to de…
(2026-04-10). Thursday 4/16: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-10). Has the Position of College Graduates Worsened? peoplespolicyproject.org 
(2026-04-10). All Wars Are Bankers' Wars: Iran and the Bankers' Endgame. scheerpost.com Ellen Brown ScheerPost"The powers of financial capitalism had another far reaching aim, nothing less than to create a world system of financial control in private hands able to dominate the political system of each country and the economy of the world as a whole." —Prof. Caroll Quigley, Georgetown University, Tragedy and Hope (1966) In February 2026, the United States …
(2026-04-10). Trump might leave NATO to take Greenland and allow Turkish-Israeli showdown. infobrics.org In addition to snatching Greenland from Denmark, leaving NATO would also allow the Trump administration to avoid another geopolitical hurdle — the growing Turkish-Israeli rivalry. Although it may seem far-fetched now, such a scenario is far from impossible, as America could then just pull a Pilatian move and leave Ankara and Tel Aviv to "fight it out".
(2026-04-10). Lebanon: Israeli Strikes Kill Hundreds, Damage Vital Bridge. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A picture taken on April 9, 2026 shows the aftermath of the previous day's Israeli airstrike that struck Qasmieh bridge, located on a main highway linking villages in the Tyre district of Lebanon with others farther north. | © 2026 Kawnat HAJU / AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — More than 100 Israeli strikes across Lebanon on April 8, 2026, including in densely populated neighborhoods in Beirut, killed over 300 people and damaged the last main bridge linking southern Lebanon with the rest of the country, Human Rights Watch said today. Israeli strikes making bridge crossings…
(2026-04-10). Medical neglect and preventable deaths spread across ICE detention centers. wsws.org From North Lake in Michigan to Camp East Montana in Texas, repeated deaths, ignored grievances and documented abuses expose medical neglect as an institutionalized feature of ICE detention.
(2026-04-10). New York City Mayor Mamdani reneges on promise of free bus service. wsws.org The DSA's Zohran Mamdani's first 100 days as mayor of America's largest city have been marked by continuous capitulation before Wall Street and the capitalist state.
(2026-04-10). Kathy Hochul Has One Last Chance To Do the Right Thing on Climate. portside.org Kathy Hochul Has One Last Chance To Do the Right Thing on Climate |
(2026-04-10). 'Mad King' Donald Trump Posts Snuff Film On Truth Social. newsone.com 
Source: Tom Williams / Getty | On Thursday night, the president of the United States shared what was essentially a snuff film on his social media account. Those of us who have been paying attention to the many public humiliations President Donald Trump has faced as of late — between his many federal court losses, his
(2026-04-10). Six Non Negotiable Terms From International Scholars and Former Officials From 30 Countries to End the U.S. War on Iran Amid Trump's Threat of War Crimes. counterpunch.org The conscience of humanity resists "everything for us, nothing for others," the creed of the predatory empire erected on the corpses of nations. The shameless rapacity and insolence have reached their zenith, and Trump's threats illustrate the depraved spirit of a decaying civilisation. We must not be passive witnesses, but active architects of a new
(2026-04-10). Milwaukee, April 12, 2026: Rally For Justice! Free Salah Sarsour! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-10). BREAKING: U.S. Fertility Rate Collapses to Lowest Level Ever Recorded. globalresearch.ca A newly released In 2025, the general fertility rate fell to just 53.1 births per 1,000 women aged 15—44, …
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/25: War or Peace? Forum for Congressional Candidates in the Central Coast. indybay.org Quaker Meetinghouse, 225 Rooney Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/25: Activist Action Lab in the Park. indybay.org Eagle Park | 650 Franklin St, Mountain View, CA 94041…
(2026-04-10). saved me. It gave me a community — and my. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: A Russian-Israeli who had a complex childhood and found a safe space — and love — through online gaming, and two violinists who are partners on stage, and in life…
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Frontline guardians of the CIIE at customs. ecns.cn The "CIIE Commitment" Youth Vanguard Team of the Shanghai Exhibition and Convention Center Customs House serves as a key support force for the China International Import Expo (CIIE) and a calling card of the CIIE spirit. Established in 2018, the team's work behind the six-day event reflects more than half a year of preparation and dedication by customs officers.
(2026-04-10). How the Trump administration's climate math doesn't add up. grist.org 
When President Donald Trump talks about climate change, he often recycles one well-known, shaky argument: that doing anything about it will be a financial disaster. After pulling out of the Paris climate agreement, he said it was costing the U.S. "trillions of dollars that other countries were not paying." He's also said that President Joe Biden's plan to boost electric vehicles threatened the auto industry with "
(2026-04-10). Australian university chiefs back Labor's corporate agenda while pleading for funding relief. wsws.org Universities Australia vows to work even more closely with the Albanese government as it enforces its Universities Accord regime.
(2026-04-10). West Coast Speaking Tour for Minneapolis Anti-ICE Organizers Hits Berkeley, Sacramento. indybay.org Minneapolis organizers launch speaking tour of west coast, hitting Los Angeles, Berkeley, Sacramento, and beyond.
(2026-04-10). Six Non-Negotiable Terms from International Scholars and Former Officials from 30 Countries to End the U.S. War on Iran Amid Trump's Threat of War Crimes. globalresearch.ca The conscience of humanity resists "everything for us, nothing for others," the creed of the predatory empire erected on the corpses of nations. The shameless rapacity and insolence have reached their zenith, and Trump's threats illustrate the depraved spirit of …
(2026-04-10). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-10). BNP government in Bangladesh imposes economic impact of Iran war on working people. wsws.org Amid sky-rocketing energy prices, the recently elected right-wing Bangladesh Nationalist Party has rapidly jettisoned its election promises to improve living standards and ensure basic democratic rights.
(2026-04-10). Dialectics, Iran And The Long Durée Of Anticolonial Revolution. popularresistance.org Dialectical and historical materialism cannot be understated as critically important in understanding the "war on Iran". The framework is indispensable for moving beyond the phenomena of geopolitics (sanctions, military posturing, diplomatic tensions) to grasp the essential phenomena: the structural contradictions of imperialism in its current, neocolonial phase. By examining the nation-state as an enclosure, the process of primitive accumulation, and the dialectic between the dictatorship of capital and the dictatorship of the proletariat, we can see the war on Iran not as a discrete conflict between nation-stat…
(2026-04-10). Firefighters hold more strikes across New Zealand. wsws.org While the government insists that 2,000 Fire and Emergency NZ workers must take a pay cut, the opposition Labour Party, with the support of the union leaders, is seeking to divert workers' anger behind its election campaign.
(2026-04-10). UN Security Council: Safety and security of humanitarian personnel. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council briefing on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, New York.
(2026-04-10). If the AFL-CIO had a convention, would anyone notice? mronline.org 
Current AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, always eager to share the news that "public opinion polls show that big majorities of working people in the U.S. support unions…"
(2026-04-10). Warships Over Words: Taiwan Questions China's "Peace" Narrative. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan is raising alarm over a sharp increase in Chinese military activity, even as Beijing publicly promotes dialogue and cooperation with the island's opposition. Officials in Taipei describe a widening gap between China's rhetoric and its actions, with rising deployments of warships and aircraft around the island. This tension comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping …
(2026-04-10). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-10). California 175, Slavery Reparations Bureau may engage Global Bond Markets toward solutions. indybay.org California's bond market was via the 1850 compromise that was crafted and supported by New York financial institutions who utilized a most macabre form of collateral: human beings, often prisoners of war, who were also kidnapped from Africa and tortured into centuries of forced labor.
(2026-04-10). A Message from a Cuban Grandmother. radiohc.cu The United States government has said that "not much more pressure can be exerted except by entering and destroying the place." | That "place" is me. I am the Cuban grandmother who gets up every day with a tired body and a strong spirit. | I am the one who raises children, the one who teaches, the one who cares, the one who resists, the one who fights. I am the one who does not surrender. Don't talk to me about destruction. | Because I come from Mariana, who gave her sons to the war and shouted: "Kneel before your mother, not before the enemy!" | I come from Carlota, who broke chains in Matanzas and was murdered…
(2026-04-10). Sunday 4/12: Dream On Beloved: Social Justice & Peace Workshops and Mutual Aid Fair. indybay.org Oakland Peace Center | 111 Fairmount Avenue | Oakland, CA 94611 | FREE…
(2026-04-10). It's Time to Slash US Military Spending by Half. counterpunch.org 
Imagine in Iran that instead of spending their wealth — billions of dollars supporting terrorists or weapons, [they] had spent that money helping the people of Iran. You'd have a much different country. —Secretary of State Marco Rubio It's not possible for us to take care of daycare, Medicaid, Medicare, all these individual things. .
(2026-04-10). The Architecture of Exclusion: The Global Offensive Against the Right to Migrate. counterpunch.org 
From the raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at U.S. airports to the approval of the controversial Return Regulation in the European Union, the world is witnessing an 'ICE-ization' of migration policies. This 'ICE-ization' is characterized by the externalization of borders, prolonged detention, and the criminalization of undocumented individuals, which is generating an
(2026-04-10). SF Democrat Scott Bill SB 1065 Threatens Lives & Health & Safety. indybay.org San Francisco Democratic State Senator Scott Wiener who is running for Nancy Pelosi's seat in Congress has introduced a bill that that threatens the health and safety of apprentices. He also supported Newsom's budget bill that cut $16 million from Cal-OSHA. There are less than 200 Cal-Osha inspectors for 18 million workers.
(2026-04-10). Japan's new long-range missiles put US-China on collision course. responsiblestatecraft.org In the lead-up to the most consequential U.S.-China summit in years, Japan's deployment of new long-range missiles is provoking China and raising the risk that the U.S. will get pulled into a cycle of escalation in East Asia.On March 31, Japan
(2026-04-10). Vietnam's top leader To Lam to visit China from April 14 to 17. ecns.cn At the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnamese President To Lam will pay a state visit to China from April 14 to 17.
(2026-04-10). Gaijin: An American Journalist's Tale of Life and Work in Okinawa. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2026-04-10). Lebanon: ICRC outraged by deadly strikes in densely populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Donetsk: Helping isolated communities through difficult winters. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/11: Sunnyvale Earth Day Festival CANCELED. indybay.org
(2026-04-10). When technology fails women: Online abuse and Nigeria's digital weak points. globalvoices.org
(2026-04-10). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Jordan: ICRC president concludes official visit to discuss humanitarian situation in the Middle East and joint efforts to revive respect for the rules of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). NRCS-ICRC Joint Workshop Focuses on Emergency Preparedness and Response. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Measured in decades: The enduring human cost of anti-personnel mines and other explosive ordnance. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Middle East: Indiscriminate warfare is indefensible and incompatible with law. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). "Every home we know is gone" : Stories of displacement in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Afghanistan: Unexploded ordnances continue devastating communities, mainly children. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). "These weapons belong in the past" : Decades on, landmines and explosive remnants still kill and destroy lives. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Inside the Israeli Army's Propaganda Wing. 972mag.com
(2026-04-10). Iran shows that sovereignty stems from military self-sufficiency and anti-colonialism, says Iranian professor. peoplesdispatch.org
(2026-04-10). Convergence and Unity in the Paths of Shahid Bhagat Singh and Mahatma Gandhi. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2026-04-10). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). More Nuclear States Is Not a Recipe for Greater Security. fpif.org
(2026-04-10). Protection of persons in the event of disasters: ICRC recommendations. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). 150 Years of Trust, Humanity and Service in Serbia and Montenegro. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Haiti: Escalating armed violence in Port-au-Prince cuts people off from lifesaving services. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). 24th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition — India National Rounds. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Iran: You cannot Destroy a Civilization. juancole.com
(2026-04-10). Afghanistan: A year of providing healthcare and institutional support. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Tax the Corporations Cashing in on War. inequality.org
(2026-04-10). Libya: Ten years rebuilding lives, one step at a time. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-10). Cuba no está sujeta a designios de EEUU, afirma jefe de Estado cubano a NBC News. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel afirmó este jueves, durante una entrevista concedida en La Habana a una cadena de televisión norteamericana, que su país no está sujeto a los designios de Estados Unidos. | El mandatario expresó a Kristen Welker, moderadora del programa ´Meet the Press ª, de NBC News.Tenemos un Estado libre y soberano, un Estado libre. Gozamos de autodeterminación e independencia, y no estamos sujetos a los designios de Estados Unidos". | En lo que es su primera entrevista con una cadena de televisión…
(2026-04-10). Presidente cubano ratifica vínculos con Rusia en encuentro con vicecanciller Ryabkov. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel sostuvo un encuentro con el viceministro de Asuntos Exteriores de la Federación de Rusia, Serguey Ryabkov, quien llegó a La Habana para asistir a la reunión Intercancillerías. | En sus palabras iniciales del encuentro realizado en el Palacio de la Revolución, el jefe de Estado expresó: Es un placer recibirlo en Cuba. Aprovechamos esta ocasión para enviarle un abrazo a nuestro querido amigo, el Presidente Vladimir Putin". | Igualmente, agradeció en nombre del Partido, el Gobierno y el pueblo cubanos…
(2026-04-10). Presidente Díaz-Canel denuncia impacto del bloqueo energético de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel denunció este jueves que el bloqueo energético de Estados Unidos constituye un castigo colectivo que asfixia a la isla, vulnera derechos humanos y mantiene a 96 mil personas esperando cirugías. | En un mensaje enviado a la II Conferencia Internacional contra Medidas Coercitivas que sesiona en Ginebra, el mandatario explicó que la reciente llegada de un buque petrolero ruso con 100 mil toneladas de combustible se convirtió en un hecho extraordinario debido a la amenaza estadounidense de sancionar a…
(2026-04-10). Protección laboral premisa de medidas de Trabajo y Seguridad Social en Cienfuegos ante bloqueo energético. radiohc.cu La protección de todos los sectores de la fuerza laboral es la premisa de medidas que aplica la Dirección Provincial de Trabajo y Seguridad Social en Cienfuegos, centro y sur de Cuba, ante la situación difícil, por el bloqueo a la entrada de combustible impuesto por el gobierno estadounidense. | El teletrabajo y el trabajo a distancia ocupan la atención, donde lo permite la tecnología, mientras priorizan vacaciones acumuladas y el ajuste de horarios garantizando la movilidad de un punto a otro del centro, sin afectaciones del salario, incluyendo la reubicación laboral dentro del organismo. | Jorge Antonio Rodrígu…
(2026-04-10). Presidente cubano felicita a su homólogo de la RPDC. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel envió una felicitación al presidente de Asuntos Estatales de la República Popular Democrática de Corea (RPDC), Kim Jong Un, por su reelección en ese cargo gubernamental. | En mensaje publicado en el sitio web de la Agencia Central de Noticias de Corea, ACNC, el mandatario afirmó: Le transmito las más fraternales felicitaciones en nombre del pueblo cubano y en el mío propio". | El jefe de Estado cubano expuso la voluntad de ampliar los lazos de amistad, cooperación y solidaridad que unen a ambas nac…
(2026-04-10). Un patólogo en àÅfrica. radiohc.cu 
Desde 1987, en Zimbabwe labora una brigada médica cubanas atendiendo a los habitantes de dos zonas geográficas densamente pobladas: la capital, Harare, y Bulawayo, 90 kilometros al sureste de la primera. | En casi 40 años, en esa nación africana han trabajado 932 colaboradores de la salud de Cuba ocupando diferentes cargos médicos distribuidos en 14 brigadas, quienes han tratado enfermedades infecciosas y las crónicas no trasmisibles, desarrollando labores asistenciales, docentes e investigativas. Uno de ellos es el doctor Emilio Galano Stivens, Especialista de I y II Grado en Anatomía Patológica, Master en Enfer…
(2026-04-10). Trump, il Divoratore di Mondi. strategic-culture.su Quello che è successo la mattina dell'8 aprile è un vero miracolo. O forse no. | Segue nostro Follia-via-terra | "Questa notte un'intera civiltà verrà spazzata via." — Donald J. Trump su Truth Social, 7 Aprile 2026 | L'articolo potrebbe fermarsi qui, ma il senso di dovere che ci spinge a raccontare i fatti del mondo, ci impone di descrivere dettagliatamente lo scenario che sta per presentarsi. | Laddove Donald Trump, Presidente degl…
(2026-04-10). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-09). Trump Warns of Massive War Escalation as Iran Talks Hang by a Thread. moderndiplomacy.eu Donald Trump signaled that the United States will maintain a heavy military presence in the Middle East until a formal agreement with Iran is secured. His warning comes after a fragile ceasefire following weeks of intense conflict involving the United States, Iran, and Israel. Despite both sides claiming victory, key disagreements remain unresolved, particularly over …
(2026-04-08). White House says U.S. working on modified plan ahead of talks with Iran. ecns.cn People attend a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 8, 2026..Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes across Lebanon on Wednesday, killing at least 87 people and injuring 722, officials said, with densely populated neighborhoods in the capital, Beirut, among the hardest hit.
(2026-04-09). No let-up in Israeli attacks on Lebanon as US-Iran ceasefire teeters. scmp.com Israel bombed more targets in Lebanon on Thursday, putting the Middle East ceasefire in further jeopardy after the biggest Israeli attacks of the war on its neighbour killed more than 250 people and threatened to torpedo US President Donald Trump's truce. | In Pakistan, authorities locked down the capital Islamabad in anticipation of the war's first peace talks, cutting off all access to a 3km (2-mile) zone around the five-star luxury Serena Hotel. Both the US and Iranian delegations are expected…
(2026-04-09). Iran To Boycott Islamabad Talks With US If Israeli Strikes Persist. popularresistance.org The Islamic Republic of Iran has told Pakistani mediators that it will not attend the talks with Washington in Islamabad this week unless there is a ceasefire in Lebanon, according to sources speaking to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on 8 April following massive and deadly Israeli strikes on the Lebanese capital, Beirut. | The report coincided with official Iranian warnings to maintain closure of the Strait of Hormuz and carry out missile strikes if attacks on Lebanon do not halt. Israel killed and injured hundreds in its assault on Lebanon and its capital on Wednesday.
(2026-04-09). For Asia, US-Iran ceasefire offers little relief — and much uncertainty. scmp.com The two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran is a real diplomatic breakthrough. It has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, triggered a relief rally in global markets and eased the immediate fear of a spiralling energy shock. But its strategic significance lies less in the relief it has produced than in the uncertainty it leaves behind. | The truce is time-limited, tied to negotiations and built around temporary safe passage rather than a settled regional order. The ceasefire terms and…
(2026-04-09). Al Jazeera slams killing of journalist in Israeli strike in Gaza. newarab.com 
Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera condemned the Wednesday "Al Jazeera Media Network strongly condemns the heinous crime of targeting and killing Al Jazeera Mubasher correspondent Mohammed Wishah,
(2026-04-09). Oil Explosion In Black Town Traces Back To Iran And Venezuela Crises. popularresistance.org John Beard takes no pleasure in being right. | In January, he told Capital B that he feared U.S. military action in Venezuela, which ultimately gave America preferential access to the South American nation's vast oil reserves, would lead to disaster in southeast Texas. | "The chickens have come home to roost," Beard said over the phone, between fielding calls from his neighbors. "Our exact fears have come true." | On March 23, an explosion at the Valero Port Arthur Refinery shook homes as far as 11 miles away and sent a thick black plume across the predominantly Black city.
(2026-04-09). Hormuz Energy Shock Spurs Europe toward Renewables. juancole.com London (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has turned a
(2026-04-09). Trump-Takaichi meeting: "We firmly oppose any form of Japanese cooperation with or participation in the war!" uwidata.com By Ayumu Oyama, Shiso-Undo, April On February 28, the U.S. and Israel launched a large-scale attack on Iran, killing numerous members of the regime's leadership—including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei—and senior officials of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The casualties included civilians; in Minab in the south, more than 175 elementary school students were killed in …
(2026-04-09). Lebanon Crisis Exposes Fatal Cracks in US Iran Ceasefire. moderndiplomacy.eu The ceasefire between the United States, Iran and Israel was never a fully aligned agreement but rather a convergence of temporary interests. Each party entered the deal with different assumptions about its scope and conditions. This divergence became immediately visible as Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon continued, killing hundreds and exposing a core dispute: Iran views …
(2026-04-09). Why the Ceasefire is Doomed. scheerpost.com Chris Hedges It is highly unlikely, unfortunately, that the ceasefire agreement brokered by Pakistan will endure. This is due to two principal impediments. First, Israel is adamantly opposed to a cessation of the bombing of Iran's infrastructure. This bombing campaign is part of the Israeli effort to turn Iran into a failed state. Israel has …
(2026-04-09). Immigrant senior stripped of Medicare under Trump bill exposes bipartisan assault on social programs. wsws.org Carranza's plight exposes bipartisan policies that strip immigrant workers of earned social rights while advancing austerity, war and repression.
(2026-04-09). Israel's Deadly Ceasefire in Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-04-09). Big Oil Cashed In While War Sent Prices Soaring. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff It's All About The Oil As ordinary people paid more at the pump, fossil fuel executives were cashing out. A new analysis reported by The Wall Street Journal found that oil and gas executives sold off a staggering $1.4 billion in stock as Donald Trump's war on Iran sent energy markets into chaos …
(2026-04-09). Cuba modernizes nickel industry with Chinese technology. radiohc.cu Cuba is improving the infrastructure of the Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara Nickel Company with the installation of a new settling tank manufactured in China, a key investment to optimize mineral processing. | The installation of the equipment, belonging to the leaching and washing unit, will modernize the technological flow of one of the country's most strategic industries, located in the mining area of the municipality of Moa, in the eastern province of Holguín, which has significant nickel reserves, one of its main export commodities. | The factory's general manager, Al…
(2026-04-09). FO Talks: Will AI, Gold and Dedollarization Reshape Global Markets in 2026? fairobserver.com Fair Observer's Video Producer Rohan Khattar Singh speaks with Devina Mehra, Founder and Chairperson of First Global, about the forces shaping global markets in 2026. After a volatile 2025 marked by wars, inflation and US President Donald Trump's disruptive economic policies, how should investors make sense of an increasingly fragmented world? Mehra's answer is strikingly…
(2026-04-09). How Israel is sowing sectarian strife in its war on Lebanon. newarab.com 
Beirut, Lebanon – One hundred and sixty bombs in ten minutes. That is how Israel ushered in At around 2pm on Wednesday, the capital was rocked by explosions, shattering early hopes that Lebanon might be included in t…
(2026-04-08). China to further cut corporate burdens, dismantle market barriers in 2026. ecns.cn Workers operate on a production line in Yongzhou, central Chinas Hunan Province, Feb.24, 2026..
(2026-04-09). Albany Common Council Discusses Changes to Affordable Housing Bill. mediasanctuary.org At the April 6 regular meeting, the Albany Common Council held a hearing about the proposed changes to their affordable housing ordinance. At the request of the mayor and the urging of the governor, the new rule would allow developers to buy out of the affordable housing requirements in the rule. Many from the community came to express their feelings and council members interjected with questions and comments.
(2026-04-09). Foucault, Khomeini and the Tragedy of the Intellectual. fairobserver.com In the late 1970s, Michel Foucault, a French philosopher known for his radical theories on the nexus between institutions like prisons and asylums and social control, stunned the Western world by becoming a fervent, albeit temporary, supporter of the Iranian Revolution. He later expressed regret as the new regime carried out public executions. To grasp…
(2026-04-08). Trump slams NATO again for being unhelpful for U.S. ecns.cn "NATO wasn't there when we needed them, and they won't be there if we need them again," U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-09). Armed clash erupts near Israeli consulate in Istanbul. wsws.org The circumstances surrounding this attempted armed attack near the Israeli consulate remain unclear.
(2026-04-08). Chinese icebreaker Xuelong returns after fruitful Antarctic expedition. ecns.cn China's research icebreaker Xuelong, or Snow Dragon, returned to Shanghai in East China on Thursday after a 160-day-long voyage which formed part of the country's 42nd Antarctic expedition.
(2026-04-09). Israel's Netanyahu ready for talks with Lebanon 'as soon as possible'. aljazeera.com Israeli PM says his gov't ready to enter negotiations on 'disarming Hezbollah' and 'establishing peaceful relations'.
(2026-04-09). In Lebanon, it's cease? Fire! newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-04-09). A record-breaking field: What to expect from Peru's presidential election. aljazeera.com Crime and corruption are top issues for voters as the country struggles to cope with persistent political instability.
(2026-04-09). 7 best nail fungus treatments that actually work (Doctor-recommended picks). independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-09). This May Day, workers will take to the streets against MAGA. peoplesworld.org 
This May Day, International Workers' Day, we are calling every worker, organized and unorganized, employed and unemployed, to hit the streets! On May 1, workers, students, immigrants, and families in over 1,000 cities nationwide will join May Day actions. They will march, rally, and refuse business as usual to demand one thing: Workers Over Billionaires. …
(2026-04-09). Weather Update 04-06-2026. mediasanctuary.org Retired national weather meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to give a recap of the weather this past March and the worrying signs of an acceleration of global warming. | Co-hosts: Lennox Apudo and Sean Bernyk | Engineer: Kalix Sausville…
(2026-04-09). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-09). What Happens Inside Israel's Detention System. aljazeera.com Human rights groups, UN investigators and Israeli legal organisations say torture of Palestinians is part of a wider sy…
(2026-04-09). Bluster without strategy: Trump's ill-fated Iran war. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's address to the nation on the Iran war was intended to project control and resolve. Instead, it revealed indecision and disarray, marked by contradictions, self praise, and shifting objectives.
(2026-04-09). A Civilizational Struggle: Truth Versus Shadow in World Politics. moderndiplomacy.eu "To them. I said, the truth would be literally nothing but the shadows of the images. That is certain." -Plato, The Republic Plato's Cave and its "Shadows" At a moment when an American president openly threatens the death of an entire civilization[1] [Iranian/Persian], world politics becomes the issue of absolute primacy. Most worrisome regarding this …
(2026-04-09). Oil executives reap record stock windfalls as Trump's Iran war drives surge in insider stock sales. nationofchange.org Record energy sector stock sales follow conflict-driven oil price spike as consumers face billions in additional fuel costs.
(2026-04-08). KMT chairwoman pays homage to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing. ecns.cn Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, leads a KMT delegation to pay homage to the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province on April 8, 2026.
(2026-04-09). Gulf expected Egypt to Protect it from Iran; It Didn't. juancole.com Tensions in Egyptian-Gulf relations, against the backdrop of the ongoing war against Iran and Iranian strik…
(2026-04-09). Israeli attacks on Lebanon aimed to undermine ceasefire, critics say. aljazeera.com More than 250 people have been killed in a barrage of air strikes on Lebanon since the ceasefire was declared.
(2026-04-09). Dozens of states condemn attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. newarab.com 
Dozens of states issued a joint statement at the United Nations on Thursday condemning "unacceptable aggressive behavior" toward The 63 countries and
(2026-04-09). Socialistas chilenos lanzan campaña de solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Miembros del Partido Socialista (PS) en Santiago lanzaron una campaña de apoyo a Cuba y extendieron la invitación a toda la comunidad a devolverle la mano a un país que siempre fue solidario con Chile. | En un acto efectuado anoche en la sala Salvador Allende, de la sede del PS, se dio el puntapié inicial a esta iniciativa que busca recopilar medicamentos para enviarlos a hospitales cubanos. | "Este es un gesto de reciprocidad porque muchos jóvenes socialistas hoy pueden ejercer la Medicina aquí gracias a que se graduaron en Cuba", declaró a Prensa Latina el presidente del Comunal Santiago, Ismael Calderón. | Rec…
(2026-04-09). Senegal: A Decade of Unresolved Climate Displacement. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Two people working on a sunken boat in the Langue de Barbarie, Saint-Louis, Senegal, March 7, 2023. | © 2023 Raquel Maria Carbonell Pagola/LightRocket via Getty Images | (Dakar) — Senegalese families remain in limbo in a site called Khar Yalla, a decade after coastal floods destroyed their homes, Human Rights Watch said today. Despite recent progress, the government has not yet provided displaced families with a permanent, durable solution.The approximately 1,000 people who lost their homes to tidal surges in 2015 and 2016 lived in historic fishing communities on the Langue d…
(2026-04-09). Daily Memo: ICE Returns to Downtown LA ISAP Office, Increases Raids in the Inland Empire. lataco.com ICE returned to the ISAP office after a week-long hiatus, and another woman has died after release from ICE custody.