(2026-08-07). China's Peaceful Rise to Green Dominance leaves Trump in the (Carbon) Dust. juancole.com ( Let's start with the obvious: Vladimir Putin's Russia is on the downhill slope. In February 2022…
(2026-08-07). Report Back: July 29-30: Simultaneous Rallies at Four U.S. Drone Bases! indybay.org Note: This was a prelude to our upcoming Fall Actions: Creech AFB, Nov. 1-7 & Holloman AFB, Oct. 28-30. We invite all those living near a military base in and outside the U.S. to collaborate and organize simultaneous base actions this fall: ABOLISH WAR & STOP DRONE KILLING! | July 30: Day of Action for Peace with Iran | Simultaneous Rallies at Four U.S. Drone Bases: | Call on U.S. military to "stand down" and "Refuse Illegal Orders." | Called for by ShutDownDroneWarfare.org & BanKillerDrones.org | REPORT BACK : We Did It! Photos tell it all….
(2026-08-07). 'They're shocked we're still standing': Top Mojtaba aide mocks West's failed maximum pressure. hindustantimes.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the country has withstood years of economic sanctions and what he described as "maximum pressure," despite expectations that Iran's economy would collapse. He highlighted the impact of reduced oil exports, limited foreign currency reserves, and ongoing trade restrictions, while outlining efforts to expand commerce with neighboring countries through alternative trade methods, including barter. Pezeshkian also praised regional cooperation, saying neighboring states helped prevent cross-border instability during the conflict. He further claimed that despite attacks on energy…
(2026-08-07). Golden Gate 26 Face Retrial After Hung Jury. indybay.org The trial of 7 Bay Area Community Members for a 2024 anti-genocide protest has concluded after 7 long weeks. Jury deliberations resulted in a hung jury on the felony conspiracy change. Retrial Would Cost San Francisco Hundreds of Thousands More.
(2026-08-07). ALBA Movements condemn U.S. aggresive policies toward Cuba. radiohc.cu Organizations and social movements from 25 countries condemned US imperialist policies toward the Global South on Thursday at the Félix Varela Convention Center of the University of Havana. | With the presence of the President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel, and members of the highest leadership of the Cuban State and government, the IV Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements was inaugurated with 150 delegates from 25 countries. | Under the slogan "One Hundred Years Walking with Fidel," discussions focused on global crises and regional sovereignty. | The National Coordinator of the Committees for the Defense o…
(2026-08-07). Thursday 8/6: Calling Party for Gaza! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp86…
(2026-08-07). Bibi does not want peace? Turkey accuses Israel of killing Gaza roadmap with terror tactics. hindustantimes.com Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused Israel of delaying the next phase of the Gaza peace roadmap, claiming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is obstructing efforts toward a lasting agreement. Speaking in Ankara, Fidan said Israel's actions undermine plans involving a ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal, Palestinian governance, and international stabilization efforts. He also criticized Israeli policies in Gaza, the West Bank, and Jerusalem while calling for reconstruction and diplomatic action from the international community. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over the implementation of t…
(2026-08-07). Thursday 8/13: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-08-07). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates voluntary return of 88 individuals to Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/16: Paws: A Benefit for the Sulala Animal Rescue in Gaza. indybay.org Berkeley Animal Rights Center – West Berkeley, CA | 2414 Sixth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710…
presstv.co.uk (2026-08-04). Yemeni forces strike vital target inside Saudi Najran Airport with droneThe Yemeni Armed Forces have struck a strategic installation inside Najran Regional Airport in southern Saudi Arabia, in response to the Riyadh regime's ongoing aggression and blockade against their homeland.
presstv.co.uk (2026-08-04). Iranian precision drones cripple US Patriot shield in Erbil, forcing a hasty American pulloutThe hasty and unplanned withdrawal of American occupation forces from Iraq's Kurdistan region has taken place amid a series of Iranian retaliatory strikes that have reshaped the security environment and military calculations in Iraq and across the region.
iranpress.com (2026-08-04). Iran Links Future of Hormuz to Sovereignty and End of U.S. HostilitiesForeign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said an agreement with Oman on a safe shipping route was a necessary, but not sufficient, condition for reopening the strategic waterway. He stressed that the Strait's current disruption was not the result of differences between Iran and Oman, but followed U.S.-Israeli military aggression against Iran.
presstv.co.uk (2026-08-05). US finds a new way to 'undercount' casualties from Iranian retaliation: ReportThe US Department of War has introduced a new system for "counting" American military casualties from Iran's retaliation, separating the troops killed or wounded since July 7 from those recorded during the earlier months, a report shows.
2026-08-06: Usa Has No Plan For War. Iran Is Winning, Massively
The US government has no plan for the war that Donald Trump launched against Iran. The Pentagon is desperately asking analysts for ideas. Tehran won, but Washington refuses to admit it. Ben Norton explains what exactly is happening, and why the United States lost so badly.
bozemandailychronicle.com (2026-08-06). Iran war renews concerns about the lasting toll of traumatic brain injuries to US troopsMilitary officials say the majority of American troops wounded in the Iran war have suffered traumatic brain injuries. That's raising fresh concerns about the lasting effects of such injuries, which were also a signature wound during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
newarab.com (2026-08-07). Investigate Israel's killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil as war crime, rights groups sayThe killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and the serious wounding of photojournalist Zeinab Faraj by the Israeli military earlier this year was a direct attack on civilians and should be treated as a war crime, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said in a press conference in Beirut on Thursday. Khalil, a journalist with Al-Akhbar, and freelancer Faraj, who was working as her camera operator, were attacked by the Israeli military on 22 April as they were working in southern Lebanon.
(2026-08-07). US: 75% say Iran War not worth Cost, 61% Blame Trump for Inflation. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Opinion polling shows deep unhappiness in the American public about the ongoing US war on Iran and its impact on their lives. | A Marquette Law School opinion poll conducted in late July That seems clear, though it is also mysterious what in the world Trump thought his goal in Iran was. | Further, 75% of respondents feel that the Iran War has not been worth the cost. | I'm n…
(2026-08-07). 4.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Sichuan's Yibin. ecns.cn A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Gao County in Yibin, southwest China's Sichuan Province, at 1: 08 p.m. Friday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.
(2026-08-07). The Age of Nuclear Destruction Began 81 Years Ago — With Lies. It Could End the Same Way. juancole.com ( The atomic age began with a lie. | Eighty-one years ago this week, a single American airplane, flying almost unnoticed over a Japanese city, dropped a single bomb that destroyed the entire city. Three days later another American plane destroyed a second city. | The atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 and Nagasaki on August 9, 1945 killed 100,000 people outright. By the end of the year another 100,000 succumbed to radiation sickness, burns and other injuries from th…
(2026-08-07). Factory tours gain popularity among Chinese summer travelers. ecns.cn Factory tours have emerged as a new trend in China's summer travel market, according to a report released by online travel platform Tongcheng Travel on Wednesday.
(2026-08-07). Chinese research vessel Tan Kah Kee makes first visit to Sabah, Malaysia. ecns.cn The 3,600-tonne research vessel Tan Kah Kee, operated by Xiamen University, docked for the first time in Kota Kinabalu, capital of Malaysia's Sabah state, offering a two-day free visit for local residents starting Thursday.
(2026-08-07). Harbin brings winter indoors in height of summer. ecns.cn Alejandra Palacios found herself moving from summer heat to winter chill in just a matter of minutes.One moment, she was strolling in almost 30 C warmth in summer clothes.
(2026-08-07). Henan promotes paid leave policy to encourage flexible vacations. ecns.cn Henan Province has introduced measures to encourage employees to take paid annual leave, aiming to make paid leave easier to take while boosting tourism and consumption.
(2026-08-07). 138 endangered stork chicks hatch as China, Russia strengthen cross-border protection. ecns.cn Honghe National Nature Reserve in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province has bred 138 healthy Oriental white stork chicks this year, as China and Russia strengthen cross-border protection for the endangered migratory bird, the reserve said Thursday.
(2026-08-07). Comicomment: What's behind the 'China overcapacity' hype. ecns.cn China's industrial capacity is a driver of global economic recovery, not a threat. Trying to dim others' lights will not make one's own shine brighter; blocking cooperation will only hold back one's own future.
(2026-08-07). Beijing parks put 72 robots to work as guides, cleaners and wildlife monitors. ecns.cn A first batch of 72 robots is being deployed this summer across 14 municipal parks in Beijing, including the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven Park and Yuyuantan Park, taking on tasks ranging from visitor guidance and cleaning to ecological monitoring and water rescue.
(2026-08-07). Chinese college students send self-developed satellite into orbit. ecns.cn A student satellite team from Harbin Institute of Technology successfully launched its self-developed Lilac-3 satellite into orbit, marking a milestone for a young team involved in independent satellite development.
(2026-08-07). Chinese, foreign visitors join millennium-old folk celebration in Qinghai. ecns.cn The annual Regong June Festival reached its summer peak on Tuesday in Tongren, northwest China's Qinghai Province, as elaborately dressed performers beat drums and performed traditional dances amid incense smoke.
(2026-08-07). China's landing route to Taipei blocked? Taiwan turns Danjiang bridge into a fortress for 'war day'. hindustantimes.com Taiwan has intensified its annual Han Kuang military exercises as concerns grow over a potential conflict with China. The drills included the deployment of Taiwan's locally developed Tien-Kung III air defense systems, live-fire training by thousands of reservists, and simulations of protecting key infrastructure around Taipei. President Lai Ching-te participated in wartime contingency exercises, while troops practiced defending strategic locations such as the Danjiang Bridge. The island is also adopting new military communication methods and preparing civilian and military forces for possible crises. The large-sc…
(2026-08-07). African developers favor Chinese AI models for lower costs, greater control. ecns.cn African developers are increasingly choosing Chinese AI models for their lower costs, relatively modest computing requirements and ability to be deployed and customized independently, The New York Times reported Wednesday.
(2026-08-07). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: "White Light, Black Rain" : Hiroshima & Nagasaki Atomic Bombing w/ Filmmaker Steven Okazaki. indybay.org Konko Church of San Francisco | 1909 Bush St. in SF Japantown | RSVP: nichibeifoundation.org/educational-progr……
(2026-08-07). Wednesday 8/5: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/block-the-bombs……
(2026-08-07). Thursday 9/10: "Obsolete" : The Alarming Implications of AI Industry – Book Talk w/ author Garrison Lovely. indybay.org Virtual…
(2026-08-07). Members of the activist group Committee for the First Amendment. indybay.org Reportedly, "Jane Fonda, center, speaks alongside, from left, singer Maggie Rogers, actor Sam Waterston, poet Rupi Kaur and actor Billy Porter during an "Artists United for our Freedoms" rally near the Kennedy Center, Friday, March 27, 2026, in Washington DC."
(2026-08-07). Friday 8/7: What is Socialism? What Would A Future Revolutionary Society Look Like? indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-08-07). Naked greed of the California Apartment Association (CAA). indybay.org The naked greed of the California Apartment Association and the greedy landlords is there for all to see!
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: "An Ordinary Insanity" : Doc on Anti-Nuclear War Activist Daniel Ellsberg -Film & Panel. indybay.org New Parkway Theater | 474 24th Street | Oakland, CA 94612…
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/16: Stand with the Students of India. indybay.org In front of Superior Court | 39439 Paseo Padre Pkwy | Fremont, California 94538…
(2026-08-07). All the World Can See: "Now I am Become Death, the Destroyer of Worlds" indybay.org The Vast Majority Can Take Matters Into Their Own Hands…
(2026-08-07). Lessons of Japanese militarism's aggression must forever serve as alarm: spokesperson. ecns.cn The devastation and tragedies brought by nuclear weapons should never repeat themselves, and the lessons of Japanese militarism's aggression and expansion must forever serve as an alarm, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Thursday.
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: Resist & Defend Sundays. indybay.org Corner of Civic Center Drive and North San Pedro Drive (entrance to Civic Center), San Rafael…
(2026-08-07). Comicomment: Behind the 'China overcapacity' hype lies U.S. anxiety. ecns.cn As global supply chains are reshaping, some countries are politicizing trade issues, promoting the "China overcapacity" narrative, and imposing more restrictions on Chinese companies under the guise of protecting their own interests.
(2026-08-07). Northeast China looks to Aug. 7 for heat relief as autumn begins. ecns.cn A social media hashtag saying "It feels like all of northeast China is waiting for Aug. 7" trended Thursday, as residents looked forward to a sharp cooldown on Friday, which marks Start of Autumn (li qiu), one of China's 24 traditional solar terms.
(2026-08-07). Announcing a new counter-info site ⚪ Belly of the Beast. indybay.org read on for more info!
(2026-08-07). Friday 8/7: Homecare Workers To Rally At SF SEIU 2015 To Get Union Support For Billionaires Tax. indybay.org SEIU 2015, SF Office, | 1645 California St. SF, CA…
(2026-08-07). 1 dead, 2 missing after mudslide hits Zhashui County in Shaanxi. ecns.cn One person has been killed, and two others remain missing after a mudslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Zhashui county in Shangluo, Shaanxi province, Xinhua News Agency reported on Thursday.
(2026-08-07). Wednesday 8/12: Bay Area Candidate Forum: Focus on Issues for Seniors & Disabled Persons. indybay.org Hybrid (via Zoom) where ever you want; or at either of two in-person viewing locations: 1) in Oakland at the Teamsters Local 2010 Hall (7730 Pardee Lane, Suite 2010, Oakland, CA 94621); or 2) at the San Jose, SEIU Local 521 Hall (: 2302 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95131). Register to get on the Zoom here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gr-YyNI……
(2026-08-07). Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act – Nationwide Action Alert. indybay.org Our California Buffalo Soldier Heritage Trail is helping build a Nationwide Alert to grow bipartisan support to award a Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the Buffalo Soldier regiments, authorized by Congress in 1866 to serve in the United States Armed Forces, in recognition of their superior, dedicated, and vital service to the United States.
(2026-08-07). Thursday 8/6: Double-Time Sweeps by SCPD ⚪ Thursday AM Threatened. indybay.org Limekiln and Coral Streets, Santa Cruz, and the surrounding area, depending on police fancies.
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: Webinar: Remembering Awdah Hathaleen: Voices from Umm al-Kheir. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mUwQTz5……
(2026-08-07). Jiangxi adds 290,000 new urban jobs in H1. ecns.cn Jiangxi registered 290,000 new urban jobs in the first half of 2026, fulfilling 71% of its annual target, the Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security said Thursday.
(2026-08-07). Unitree Robotics unveils STAR Market IPO pricing. ecns.cn Unitree Robotics has priced its Shanghai initial public offering at 150.80 yuan (about $22.34), the company said on Thursday, with online and offline subscription kicking off next Monday.
(2026-08-07). Trump issues fresh birthright citizenship orders after Supreme Court rejection. geo.tv President Donald Trump, with White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, speaks during an event to sign executive orders related to birthright citizenship and the polysilicon industry, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, August 6, 2026. —…
(2026-08-07). Seven killed, 15 wounded in Thailand school shooting: police. geo.tv An injured teacher receives medical attention inside an ambulance at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, the site of a shooting incident, in Bang Kruai district of Nonthaburi province on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, August 7, 2026.— ReutersStudent says many shots heard during…
(2026-08-07). Global Mechanism on ICTs: Statement on international law. icrc.org Statement delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Adviser, at the first substantial plenary session of the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs, New York, 22 July 2026.
(2026-08-07). àñzgàºr àñzel's New Party: A defense of Türkiye's old order. wsws.org The New Party's program, led by àñzgàºr àñzel, is not a response to the social and democratic aspirations of working people. It is a program designed to confine these aspirations within the framework of the capitalist profit system and the NATO alliance.
(2026-08-07). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-08-07). Middle route of South-to-North Water Diversion transfers over 80 billion cubic meters of water to north China. ecns.cn As of Friday, the middle route of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project's has transferred over 80 billion cubic meters of water to northern regions, benefiting nearly 118 million people, the Ministry of Water Resources, data released on Friday showed.
(2026-08-07). Provinces push paid leave to spur consumption. ecns.cn More Chinese provinces are rolling out paid‚Äëleave policies aimed at turning time off into consumer spending, with Henan urging officials to lead by example.
(2026-08-07). China unveils refined lunar map, empowering future moon exploration. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has completed an updated geologic map of the entire moon featuring a scale of 1: 5 million, the Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences (IGCAGS), said on Thursday.
(2026-08-07). Single bar bench outside Beijing school hailed as model design. ecns.cn A minimalist bench outside Shiyuan Primary School in Beijing's Shunyi District has gone viral, with netizens calling it a model of smart, low‚Äëcost urban design.
(2026-08-07). Voices At California Labor Fed 2026 Convention In Oakland. indybay.org The Calfiornia Labor Federation held it's 2026 in Oakland and delegates at the convention talked about their issues.
(2026-08-07). EconoScope | Why China remains central to global chains of industries despite tariffs. ecns.cn More than a year after the United States imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese goods, many multinational companies that shifted production to Southeast Asia are moving parts of their supply chains back to China, underscoring the country's enduring manufacturing advantages.
(2026-08-07). Lao hydropower transmitted to Greater Bay Area for first time. ecns.cn Lao hydropower was transmitted to China's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for the first time on Wednesday through the China—Laos 500-kilovolt interconnection project, according to Lancang-Mekong International Energy Co. affiliated to China Southern Power Grid.
(2026-08-07). TCM used to treat patients on flights. ecns.cn A recent in-flight medical emergency highlighted how traditional Chinese medicine techniques can complement emergency care in unexpected settings.
(2026-08-07). Rocket launch viewing sparks summer tourism boom in East China's coastal city. ecns.cn A sea-based rocket launch in Haiyang, Shandong Province, has attracted tens of thousands of visitors during the summer travel season.
(2026-08-07). Frequently asked questions: Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Donetsk: Lives transformed by the hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). ICRC's position on the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). South Sudan: Finding Loved Ones Again Through the Power of Digital Connectivity. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Frequently asked questions: The ICRC's approach to confidentiality. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Ukraine: Civilian casualties rise as conflict escalates. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Reflecting on a 22-year legacy: First Roundtable on the ICRC's Physical Rehabilitation Programme in India. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Ukraine: "I don't just want to get around. I want to walk properly again" icrc.org
(2026-08-07). ICRC holds exhibition in Seoul to mark the 60th anniversary of Republic of Korea's accession to the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Myanmar: ICRC visits Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Democratic Republic of the Congo: ICRC hands over 15 people released by the Congolese authorities to AFC/M23. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). ICRC working paper on six ICT-related threats faced by civilian populations. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Healthcare A Human Right! CA Labor Statewide Conference For Single Payer. indybay.org
(2026-08-07). ICRC statement on The New Yorker article. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). National Committees on IHL: Guidance on composition and roles. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Frequently asked questions: Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Afghanistan: Operational Facts and Figures — January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-08-07). Saturday 8/8: Sansaar Books – Grand Opening. indybay.org Located less than a block from El Cerrito Plaza BART at 6500 Fairmount Ave. in El Cerrito…
(2026-08-06). Iran says close to Hormuz plan with Oman, but reopening depends on US. geo.tv Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 3, 2026. — ReutersJoint Hormuz management plan enters final drafting stage.Iran says US actions still threaten Strait of Hormuz security.Iran says Hormuz reopening hinges on US blockade ending.Iran and Oman have…
(2026-08-06). US left out of Mojtaba's biggest move? Iran-Oman secret Hormuz deal on verge of finalising. hindustantimes.com Iran says a new agreement with Oman on arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz is close to completion, but officials warn it does not guarantee the waterway will fully reopen. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi revealed that progress has been made on transit routes, maritime traffic, and operational plans, while stating that the US is not directly involved in the talks. The development comes amid tensions between Tehran and Washington, with ongoing messages exchanged between both sides. This video explores the latest Iran-Oman negotiations, Hormuz developments, and the potential impact on global shipping and…
(2026-08-06). Lebanon: Israel's Killing of Journalist an Apparent War Crime. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Amal Khalil, a veteran correspondent for the daily newspaper Al-Akhbar, in the southern Lebanese border village of Jebbayn in 2024 | © | The Israeli military's April 22, 2026 attacks in Lebanon that killed one journalist and severely injured another included apparently deliberate attacks on civilians which would make them war crimes.Israeli forces' continued killing of journalists shows a brazen willingness to commit atrocities without any fear of consequences.The Lebanese government should accede to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and submit a declaration acce…
(2026-08-06). Michigan/America Is Not For Sale. commondreams.org 
Wowza, rare glimmer of good news. We take a moment to honor the stunning Michigan victory of Abdul El-Sayed, who was outspent 12-1 by his opponent's millions from establishment Dems, Zionist PACS and corporations and still managed to win even though he is a progressive Muslim who calls genocide genocide and wants Medicare for all in a Trump state that isn't communist New York. Ha. What millions in dark money buys you these days: "Sweet ____ all, as it turns out."El-Sayed's inspiring win
(2026-08-06). Michigan primary shows continued shift to the left in US. wsws.org The victory of Dr. Abdul El-Sayed for the Democratic Senate nomination is a significant repudiation of the pro-Israel policy of the Democratic Party leadership, which has refused to condemn the Gaza genocide.
(2026-08-06). Jóvenes italianos reafirmaron apoyo a Cuba durante evento solidario. radiohc.cu Cientos de jóvenes italianos de diversas organizaciones reafirmaron, durante una asamblea en la sureña región italiana de Campania, su rechazo a la política genocida de Estados Unidos contra Cuba, informó este miércoles Marco Papacci, presidente de la Asociación Nacional de Amistad Italia-Cuba (Anaic). | En declaraciones a Prensa Latina, el activista solidario se refirió a ese encuentro en apoyo al pueblo de la isla, efectuado la víspera en el marco del denominado Revolution Camp, concentración juvenil que se desarrolla cada verano en la zona costera de la ciudad de Paestum. | El debate, en el que se analizó la d…
(2026-08-06). Cuba Wins Gold in the 1000m Canoeing Event at the Central American Games. radiohc.cu Havana, August 6 (RHC) — Cuban José Pelier Córdova won the gold medal today in the men's 1000 meter canoeing event at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026. | Pelier dominated the final held at the Rincón Dam Rowing and Canoeing Center, stopping the clock at four minutes, nine seconds, and 17 hundredths of a second, a result that allowed him to lead the competition from start to finish. | Mexican Guillermo Quirino Medrano staged a comeback in the second half of the race to take the silver medal with a time of 4: 16.02, while Colombian Daniel Pacheco earned the bronze with a time of 4…
(2026-08-06). The Fidel who stands with the Cuban people. radiohc.cu August 5, 1994, is a historic day for Cubans, as it was for Fidel Castro Ruz, when he appeared wearing his morale vest amidst the unrest in Havana. | Cuba was living through difficult years following the collapse of the socialist bloc in Eastern Europe. Fuel and food shortages were taking their toll on the daily lives of Cubans, who were resisting the escalating economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States government and the growing subversive campaign that led to those events. | The historic leader of the Cuban Revolution immediately went to the scene to speak with the people and hel…
(2026-08-06). Cuba awards brigade for rescue efforts in Venezuela. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel awarded the "For Courage in Service" medal to members of the Search and Rescue Brigade that participated in relief efforts following the earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24th. | According to the Presidency's website, the ceremony took place in the Portocarrero Hall of the Palace of the Revolution, where the rescuers who assisted the Venezuelan people after one of the country's worst tragedies were recognized. | Representing the brigade, Lieutenant Colonel Rubén Eduardo Pupo, head of the mission, recalled that upon arriving in Venezuela, they were still feeling the afters…
(2026-08-06). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Ground workers at Barcelona airport, Spain strike over conditions; journalists in Gaza rally for release of imprisoned colleagues; Misr El Amria textile workers in Egypt defy company union to strike over pay…
(2026-08-06). How new SNAP restrictions could hit Greater Pittsburgh's food access and economy. nationofchange.org 
Nearly 14,000 people in one Pittsburgh-area county could lose a benefit that's long been considered one of the country's most effective anti-poverty tools.
(2026-08-06). The first Black woman to lead the CDC will face an uphill battle in restoring trust. nationofchange.org 
Dr. Erica Schwartz will be the first Black woman to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, promising that she will show "radical transparency and unwavering scientific integrity" in the role. But she faces political headwinds and practical challenges as she starts the job. Schwartz, who was confirmed Wednesday by the Senate to run …
(2026-08-06). DOJ lies against Olympian and Reflecting Pool victims backfires big time. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J. Trump's myrmidon, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro.
(2026-08-06). Professors sue Texas System over limits on teaching race, gender. peoplesworld.org 
Four professors and a national faculty group asked a federal judge Monday to block the Texas A&M University System's restrictions on teaching about race, gender and sexuality and to reinstate courses canceled under the policy. The university system bars professors from "advocating" race or gender ideology or topics related to sexual orientation or gender identity. …
(2026-08-06). Shenzhou-21 crew makes first public appearance after record 210-day mission. ecns.cn Shenzhou-21 astronauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang met the press at the China Astronaut Research and Training Center in Beijing Wednesday, their first public appearance since returning to Earth and completing post-flight quarantine and rehabilitation.
(2026-08-06). Jet-Powered JDAM Production Is A Go For The U.S. Navy. twz.com 
(2026-08-06). Hainan's offshore duty-free sales up 17.9% to $3 billion in first 7 months. ecns.cn Offshore duty-free sales in south China's Hainan Province totaled 21.6 billion yuan (about $3 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 17.9% year on year, according to data released by Haikou Customs on Wednesday.
(2026-08-06). Putin takes revenge, unleashes Iskander fury as Ukraine faces another devastating night of war. hindustantimes.com Russia and Ukraine exchanged another wave of long-range strikes overnight, with Moscow launching missiles and drones across multiple Ukrainian regions while Kyiv continued drone attacks deep inside Russian territory. The latest escalation comes amid renewed diplomatic efforts to revive peace talks, even as fighting intensifies on the battlefield.
(2026-08-06). World-wide prayer for peace. indybay.org Here is my birthday prayer for peace…
(2026-08-06). Taiwan launches massive Han Kuang war games. wsws.org Plans for war are ultimately based in Washington, which is seeking to goad Beijing into a conflict with the aid of sections of the Taiwanese ruling class.
(2026-08-06). A Gnarly Situation: High-Elevation Discovery Raises New Questions About Which California Trees Will Survive Climate Change. nationofchange.org 
Birds may have been burying Jeffrey pine seeds up high for thousands of years. But now that they're sprouting, this new species of subalpine tree may change the playing field.
(2026-08-06). Brazil Vs Argentina: Lula slams door on ambassadors as Milei cries 'unilateral' downgrade. hindustantimes.com Brazil and Argentina face a new diplomatic crisis as tensions rise between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Argentina's Javier Milei administration. Lula announced he will stop receiving foreign ambassadors before Brazil's 2026 presidential election to avoid accusations of electoral interference. Argentina criticized Brazil's decision to downgrade diplomatic relations and withdraw ambassadors, calling it unilateral. The dispute highlights growing political divisions, election concerns, and strained ties between South America's two largest economies. Watch the latest updates on Brazil-Argentina relations, L…
(2026-08-06). Sunday 8/9: Thrift Mart @ Lakeside Park (Fundraiser). indybay.org Lakeside Park, Oakland CA 94610…
(2026-08-06). Chinese students take over kitchen during summer holiday. ecns.cn Across China this summer, primary and secondary school students have taken over the kitchen, preparing meals for their parents after work in a heartwarming family routine.
(2026-08-06). Free Press Plans to Take Carr to Court in Response to Thursday's Unlawful Decision to Eliminate a Vital Limit on Media Consolidation. commondreams.org On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission voted along party lines to eliminate the 39 percent national television-ownership cap, a statute that the agency lacks the legal authority to repeal. Free Press and allies plan to appeal this unlawful decision in court. | Congress enshrined the national ownership cap in federal law; it prohibits a single company from owning TV stations that reach more than 39 percent of the national broadcast audience. The FCC does not have the power to get rid of this limit, but Chairman Brendan Carr decided to move ahead. His motivation is to remove a significant legal hurdl…
(2026-08-06). New National Policy Agenda Offers Blueprint for Shifting and Keeping People Power. commondreams.org Today, Dēmos is releasing its 2026 Policy Agenda,
(2026-08-06). India court jails former top editor for 10 years in rape case. geo.tv Tarun Tejpal, former editor-in-chief of India's investigative magazine Tehelka, speaks with the media upon his arrival at the airport on his way to Goa, in New Delhi November 29, 2013. — Reuters An Indian court sentenced former news magazine editor Tarun Tejpal to 10 years in…
(2026-08-06). Australian military think tank strategises building "social licence" for war. wsws.org The ASPI defence conference was part of a campaign to prepare the ground for conscription in Australia—to solve the ruling class's "workforce" crisis by compelling a generation of workers and youth into war.
(2026-08-06). United in HeartÔΩúHow did the century-old Mongolian and Tibetan school become the birthplace of multiple 'firsts'. ecns.cn A century of heritage and dedication continues to thrive. Today, the former site of the Mongolian and Tibetan School has become the country's first Experience Hall for the Community for Chinese Nation, where more stories of ethnic unity continue to unfold.
(2026-08-06). The Falaj 3 May Be The World's Most Heavily Armed Patrol Boat. twz.com 
Photos of the United Arab Emirates' Falaj 3 class patrol boat are a reminder that a vessel doesn't need to be a corvette or even a frigate to be armed like one. At a little over 200 feet long, the Falaj 3 is officially designated an offshore patrol vessel (OPV), but it boasts a weapons suite that would be impressive on a missile corvette and, in some respects, even a light frigate. In fact, at around 670 tons full load displacement, and a crew of just 39, it may be one of the most heavily armed warships anywhere in the world for its size. | A Falaj 3 offshore patrol vessel underway. Edge Group | OPVs are gene…
(2026-08-06). Highest-altitude Yellow River hydropower station sets record. ecns.cn The Maerdang Hydropower Station posted a record-high monthly power generation, according to China Energy Investment Corporation Qinghai Branch on Wednesday.
(2026-08-06). Last Jan. 6 case dropped, but history's verdict on coup remains. peoplesworld.org 
The final prosecution to come out of Donald Trump's Jan. 6, 2021, attempted coup is officially dead. On Aug. 4, U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta reluctantly granted the Trump Justice Department's request to dismiss what remained of the seditious conspiracy case against Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and seven of his followers, closing the last …
(2026-08-06). Socialism instead of war! — Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei approved for Berlin state elections. wsws.org With the SGP on the ballot, there is a party that openly opposes the war policy of all the establishment parties and fights for a socialist perspective that places the needs of the population above the profits of the super-rich.
(2026-08-06). Houthis Stage Large-Scale Attack On Saudi-Aligned Forces In Yemen. twz.com 
(2026-08-06). China tightens export controls on dual-use drone items to U.S. ecns.cn China will implemented stricter export controls on dual-use drone-related items destined for the United States to safeguard national security and interests and fulfill its international non-proliferation obligations, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday.
(2026-08-06). Monday 8/10: Community Potluck addressing nuclear arms, featuring the Ellsbergs, on video and live. indybay.org Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists | 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 | Wheelchair access around the corner on Bonita Street…
(2026-08-06). Congress Must Strengthen Farm Bill to Fight Unfolding Hunger Crisis. commondreams.org A child hunger crisis is unfolding in plain sight: it's very likely that more than 1.5 million children nationwide have lost food assistance in the wake of unprecedented SNAP cuts in last year's Republican reconciliation law. While the farm bill considered by the Senate Agriculture Committee today would take a step in the right direction in addressing some of the fallout from the SNAP cuts enacted last year, it doesn't do enough for people losing the help they need to afford groceries, and it makes even deeper future cuts to SNAP. Protecting families in the short term shouldn't take food off families' plates i…
(2026-08-06). XQ-58 Valkyrie Drones With Built-In Landing Gear Are Now In Production. twz.com 
(2026-08-06). Attacks on Dr. Fauci signal MAGA's desperation. peoplesworld.org 
MAGA seems to be growing more fearful that it is on track to lose the midterm elections and is taking steps almost daily to try to avoid defeat. The Senate Homeland Security Committee shamelessly voted along party lines Thursday to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci, a hero who many believe saved millions of lives during the …
(2026-08-06). Over 60 countries, regions and international organizations to participate in 2026 CIFTIS. ecns.cn More than 60 countries, regions and international organizations have confirmed that they will host exhibitions or events at the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), while nearly 300 Fortune Global 500 companies and industry leaders are expected to attend, Zhao Qizhou, director of the Beijing International Trade in Services Affairs Center, said on Wednesday.
(2026-08-06). Chinese Guzheng artist He Beibei wins Hollywood Independent Music Award. ecns.cn Chinese guzheng performer and composer He Beibei won the New Age/Ambient Music award at the Hollywood Independent Music Awards (HIMA) for her original composition Two Moons.
(2026-08-06). Democracy Now! 2026-08-06 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 06, 2026; "Fire Climate": Hot, Dry, Windy Days Are Becoming Common, Making Wildfires Harder to Control; Amid Growing Fears of Rogue AI, Expert Urges Governments to "Bring This to a Grinding Halt"; "Struggle for Dignity": At Least 40 Killed in Mass Protests in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir | Headlines for August 06, 2026; "Fire Climate": Hot, Dry, Windy Days Are Becoming Common, Making Wildfires Harder to Control; Amid Growing Fears of Rogue AI, Expert Urges Governments to "Bring This to a Grinding Halt"; "Struggle for DignityR…
(2026-08-06). He's Eligible for Up to $480,000 After Being Wrongly Imprisoned for 42 Years. The State Says No. nationofchange.org 
Elvis Brooks' case was an egregious example of a wrongful conviction, civil rights attorneys said. But Louisiana's attorney general maintains that Brooks and other exonerees are guilty — and therefore don't qualify for any money from the state.
(2026-08-06). China launches first national security probe into imported printing and copying equipment. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce (MOC) announced on Wednesday that it had launched a national security investigation into imported office equipment with printing and copying functions that uses foreign system software, marking the country's first national security investigation in the field of foreign trade.
(2026-08-06). How China could storm Taiwan in minutes: New 1-minute PLA video feels uncomfortably real. hindustantimes.com China has released new footage showcasing large-scale amphibious assault drills, with the PLA demonstrating coordinated beach landing and island-seizure operations amid rising tensions across the Taiwan Strait. The video comes as both Beijing and Taipei ramp up military preparedness, fueling concerns over stability in the Indo-Pacific.
(2026-08-06). Hungary's Parliament Adds Safeguards to Asset Recovery Office. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Lawmakers vote in the chamber of the Hungarian National Assembly on legislation related to establishing the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office in Budapest, Hungary, July 28, 2026. | © 2026 Balint Szentgallay/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2026-08-06). Trump helicopter under investigation after reported near miss with passenger jet. geo.tv Marine One, with US President Donald Trump on board, and the support US Marines' helicopter depart Camp David in Maryland, on July 31, 2026, following a Cabinet meeting. — AFPUS authorities investigating reported near miss involving Marine One.NYT report says incident occurred…
(2026-08-06). Raymond Jensen suspended from UAW, barred from ever running for office over threat to Will Lehman. wsws.org The sanctions against Jensen, a paid organizer on the UAW International payroll, are a victory for Lehman's campaign and for the working class.
(2026-08-06). "An ICE Murder" : Gabriela Soto Says She Miscarried While Husband Was Detained in Solitary. nationofchange.org 
In the wake of a third ICE death at the Delaney Hall ICE jail in Newark, New Jersey, we speak with Gabriela Soto, whose husband Martín was one of the leaders of the May hunger strike at the immigration jail. Martín was transferred to Elizabeth Detention Center, New Jersey's other ICE facility, during the hunger strike at Delaney. Gabriela is calling for the closure of both facilities. | "At first, I was fighting for my husband, but then I started to meet all of these people who are just innocent, and they are the people that make this country great," says Soto, who blames her recent miscarriage on the stress of h…
(2026-08-06). Australia To Become First Foreign Operator Of AIM-260 Air-To-Air Missile. twz.com 
(2026-08-06). DeepSeek plans steep price hike for API services. ecns.cn Chinese AI company DeepSeek said in a notice to users Thursday that it plans a significant price increase for its application programming interface (API) services, but did not disclose the size of the increase or when it would take effect.
(2026-08-06). Judge dismisses the last January 6 case, writing that absolving the Oath Keepers is not in the public interest. nationofchange.org 
The Justice Department told the court a retrial would harass eight men whose sentences Trump had already commuted. Two Oath Keepers who pleaded guilty and cooperated keep their convictions.
(2026-08-06). Canton Fair signs cooperation agreements with global partners in Guangzhou. ecns.cn To date, the Canton Fair has established cooperation with 231 overseas institutions from 110 countries and regions.
(2026-08-06). 5th Anniversary of the establishment of UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent. indybay.org United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent addresses challenges of the scourges of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance and all their contemporary forms and manifestations confronted by people of African descent and that impede the full and effective realization and enjoyment of all their human rights and fundamental freedoms.
(2026-08-06). China's gold investment demand rises as jewelry buying weakens. ecns.cn China's gold consumption edged up 1.23% year on year in the first half of 2026, as strong demand for investment products offset a sharp decline in jewelry purchases, according to the China Gold Association.
(2026-08-06). Shenzhen's 'one-kilometer' supply chain draws global buyers for AI hardware. ecns.cn Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei electronics market, known as "China's Hardware Silicon Valley," has received an average of nearly 8,000 foreign buyers a day so far this year, according to the Huaqiangbei Subdistrict Office.
(2026-08-06). European Union intensifies its fascist migration policies in wake of Ceuta. wsws.org The refugee tragedy in Ceuta has starkly illustrated how the European Union (EU) is putting the far right's inhumane migration policy into practice and systematically intensifying it.
(2026-08-06). Cost of living rises in New Zealand. wsws.org With annual inflation at 4.1 percent and increased unemployment, working-class households are sinking into debt and child poverty is rising.
(2026-08-06). Technology Expands ICE's Capacity for Abuse. hrw.org Click to expand Image | US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents block protesters as cars exit Delaney Hall, which is being used as an ICE detention center, on May 27, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey. | © 2026 Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images…
(2026-08-06). Manhattan UPS workers sleep in cafeteria, wander streets overnight under split-shift regime. wsws.org UPS has eliminated the Midnight shift at its Manhattan hub, forcing full-time workers onto split shifts with five to six unpaid hours between them—too short for many to travel home and sleep. Workers sleep in the cafeteria, wander the streets and, in some cases, remain cut off from their families, while Teamsters officials reject collective action against the restructuring.
(2026-08-06). Sanders Introduces Bill to Guarantee Paid Vacation for U.S. Workers. commondreams.org Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), today reintroduced the Guaranteed Paid Vacation Act — legislation that would guarantee at least two weeks of paid vacation to every full-time worker in America.Joining Sanders as cosponsors are Sens. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.). Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-R.I.) introduced companion legislation along with 86 members of the House of Representatives."It is beyond unacceptable that in the year 2026, the United States remains the…
(2026-08-06). Santo Domingo 2026 Promises a High-level Finale. radiohc.cu Havana, August 6 (RHC) — The closing ceremony of the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026, to be held on August 8, will be conceived as a tribute to the athletes, volunteers and collaborators who made the success of the event possible, it was revealed today. | After an opening ceremony that captivated the audience with a high-caliber production, audiovisual effects, and a celebration of Dominican history and culture, the closing ceremony at the Banreservas Virgilio Travieso Soto Arena will bring 16 days of competition to a close with special recognition for coaches, sports leaders, spo…
(2026-08-06). Canada's Liberal government prevails on CUPE to short-circuit militant strike of 4,400 WestJet flight attendants. wsws.org Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu has boasted that the federal Liberal government played a leading role in bringing a quick end to the WestJet flight attendants' strike. It did so using scarcely veiled threats that the government would otherwise illegalize the strike and impose binding arbitration.
(2026-08-06). China In Photos: Chinese archaeologists uncover 2,300-year-old grain wine, decoding its formula and brewing method. ecns.cn Chinese archaeologists have uncovered 2,300-year-old grain wine residues from a cemetery of people from Qin State during the Warring States Period (475BC-221BC) — roughly the time of Aristotle — in Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, revealing the ancient wine's ingredients and brewing methods through multidisciplinary analysis. | The archaeologists recovered 3,740 milliliters of ancient liquid remains from a Qin-style bronze garlic-head-shaped pot. The bronze vessel's double-layer sealing method, textiles inside and muddy outside, preserved the over 2,000-year-old wine with minimal evapo…
(2026-08-06). Bard College workers authorize strike as contract talks stall. peoplesworld.org 
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, N.Y.—About 110 service and maintenance workers at Bard College voted overwhelmingly in early July to authorize a strike, as contract negotiations reached an impasse following the expiration of their contract at the beginning of the month. The workers, members of SEIU Local 200United representing building maintenance, groundskeeping and environmental services staff, have been bargaining …
(2026-08-06). "If a Woman Commanded Fire" : Talking Historical Stoves and Affordable Energy with Joyce Chaplin. publicbooks.org "The idea that better indoor heating could be invented that would make an entire room warm was really astonishing."
(2026-08-06). 160th Anniversary Year of the Buffalo – Firma Lodge No. 27 Vallejo, California. indybay.org Retired Buffalo Soldier's and community volunteers built Firma Lodge No. 27 in Vallejo the application is recommended as Eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The period of significance, 1917—1974, reflects the era during which the lodge's role was most directly tied to the formation and stabilization of Vallejo's African American community.
(2026-08-06). World Tennis Masters MT400 kicks off in Hohhot. ecns.cn The 2026 World Tennis Masters MT400 opened Wednesday in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, drawing nearly 1,000 tennis enthusiasts from Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas.
(2026-08-06). China imposes countermeasures on six U.S. entities. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced on Wednesday a decision to take countermeasures against six U.S. entities, effective immediately.
(2026-08-06). As rural hospitals disappear, nurses say Medicare for All is only hope. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-08-06). Giant panda Jia Jia celebrates 14th birthday at Shanghai wildlife park. ecns.cn Born on Aug. 5, 2012, Jia Jia is known for her gentle and quiet temperament. Her enclosure was decorated with a "birthday cake", toys and flowers, attracting many panda fans to take photos.
(2026-08-06). One person killed as Sri Lankan military and police suppress prison protest. wsws.org The violent operation against unarmed inmates at Mahara Prison follows the massacre of prisoners at Negombo Prison last month.
(2026-08-06). Chinese medical team provides free health services in Guyana. ecns.cn The 21st Chinese medical team sent to Guyana recently offered free consultations to more than 100 Chinese employees working on Belt and Road projects.
(2026-08-06). US workers average 10 paid vacation days a year, and 33 million get none. nationofchange.org 
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(2026-08-06). China announces countermeasures against six U.S. entities. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday announced a decision to take countermeasures against six U.S. entities.
(2026-08-06). China's northernmost high-speed railway begins trial operations. ecns.cn Trial operations for the Harbin-Yichun high-speed railway began on Thursday when a train departed Harbin Station in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province at 7: 40 a.m. and arrived at Yichun West Station 2 hours and 2 minutes later.
(2026-08-06). Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal on Ice. projectcensored.org Dina Demetrius An antitrust lawsuit by twelve Democratic states' Attorneys General against the Paramount Skydance—Warner Bros. Discovery merger, valued at $111 billion, promises to be the most high-stakes—and potentially industry-changing—case in generations. Paramount and state AGs struck an agreement on July 24 to bypass the legal wranglings of court injunctions…
(2026-08-06). Italian airport staffer shares experience of speaking authentic Beijing dialect. ecns.cn An Air China staff member in Rome has gone viral among Chinese internet users for speaking fluent Mandarin with an authentic Beijing accent, prompting jokes that travelers must have landed in Beijing rather than Italy.
(2026-08-06). Ex-Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib's home attacked after joining Hasina media event. geo.tv Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 England against Bangladesh match, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala, India, October 10, 2023. — ReutersAttackers hurl bricks and two petrol bombs at house.Upper-floor fire breaks out but no…
(2026-08-06). Ethiopia's Growing Assault on Independent Media. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People read newspapers and magazines on a street in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, November 7, 2020. | © 2020 Samuel Habtab/AP Photo | Ethiopian authorities are intensifying their assault on media freedom in the country.On August 1, unidentified security personnel detained Yonas Kedir, the editor-in-chief of Addis Standard, and questioned him for 24 hours about the independent news outlet's reporting before releasing him, according to a statement by the outlet. The following day, security and intelligence officials raided the outlet's offices, damaging and confiscating equipment.Addis Stan…
(2026-08-06). Pezeshkian says contact with Iran's supreme leader remains difficult. geo.tv Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a meeting in Ilam, Iran, June 12, 2025. — Reuters Pezeshkian says he has held productive meetings with Khamenei.Praises supreme leader's kindness and very sound logic.Accuses critics of portraying Khamenei…
(2026-08-06). Big Money Lost To Abdul El-Sayed. Where Will It Go Next? levernews.com 
(2026-08-06). India's Modi turns to Instagram to woo young voters after Gen Z protest. geo.tv India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the ceremonial recption of Angola's President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco at the Rashtrapati Bhavan presidential palace in New Delhi, India. — Reuters
(2026-08-06). China shares cervical cancer prevention expertise with developing countries. ecns.cn A training program on cervical cancer prevention and control for developing countries was held in Shanghai on Wednesday, bringing together more than 30 healthcare professionals from Asia, Africa and Latin America.
(2026-08-06). China-ASEAN Education Week 2026 wraps up in Guiyang, launches AI platform for traditional medicine. ecns.cn The 19th China-ASEAN Education Cooperation Week (CAECW) concluded in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, on Saturday, marking a significant push toward regional integration through digital learning and vocational training.
(2026-08-06). Hiroshima Day ceremony in Chicago to take on nuclear proliferation. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—August 6 is Hiroshima Day. Eighty-one years ago, on August 6, 1945, the U.S. dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan. Scholars have debated ever since why the U.S. used the bomb and then dropped a second one on Nagasaki three days later, on August 9, 1945. Was it to bring a quicker end …
(2026-08-06). Beijing designated as World Capital of Architecture 2029. ecns.cn UNESCO announced on Wednesday that Beijing has been designated as the UNESCO—UIA (International Union of Architects) World Capital of Architecture 2029.
(2026-08-06). 10-time WWE icon Brock Lesnar announces retirement from professional wrestling. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Brock Lesnar has announced his retirement from professional wrestling, bringing the curtain down on one of the sport's most successful careers. The former WWE Champion revealed the news during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, saying that his match at SummerSlam was the last of his in-ring career. | The 49-year-old said he had thought about retiring earlier this year after his WrestleMania match against Oba Femi, which pushed him to his limits. Lesnar admitted he felt that his wrestling career had ended after that bout, but he decided to return for one final match inside Hell in a Cell in Minn…
(2026-08-06). Comicomment: History must not be overturned. ecns.cn It is reported that the city of Nagasaki plans to complete updates to exhibition panels at the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum during fiscal year 2026, including replacing the term "Nanjing Massacre" with "Nanjing Incident" on a display panel.
(2026-08-06). Ukraine: Intensifying hostilities claim dozens of lives, deepen trauma for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-08-06). Second ship sinks in Houthis vs Saudi 'war': MBS powerless against Yemeni rivals? | Red Sea, Hormuz. hindustantimes.com
(2026-08-06). Russia: ICRC president focuses on respect for international humanitarian law, access to prisoners of war during visit to the Russian Federation. icrc.org
(2026-08-06). South Sudan at 15: A humanitarian journey through conflict, resilience and hope. icrc.org
(2026-08-06). Applying the Lessons of Ireland to Iran. juancole.com
(2026-08-06). West Bank: Israel Delaying Palestinian Ambulances Risks Lives. juancole.com
(2026-08-06). Here Comes Hurricane Trump. levernews.com
(2026-08-06). ICRC Brings Humanitarian Perspectives on Unmanned Systems to World Peace Forum. icrc.org
(2026-08-06). Lula considera irresponsable revocación de visa a embajadora en EEUU. radiohc.cu El presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva este miércoles calificó de irresponsable la decisión de Estados Unidos de revocar el visado de la embajadora brasileña en Washington, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti. | El primer mandatario afirmó que la medida representa un gesto inadecuado entre dos países con una relación diplomática de más de 200 años, en un contexto de creciente tensión bilateral entre Brasilia y Washington. | "Él (Donald Trump) retiró el visado de nuestra embajadora. Me pareció una actitud irresponsable, impensada para los dos países, que tienen una relación diplomática de 200 años", declaró Lula en una en…
(2026-08-06). El Cid of the Left? Abdul El Sayed, Victor in Michigan Primary, Faces Racism over his Name. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Hafiz Rasheed at Vice President J.D. Vance said, "We don't want the next administration, whoever, you know, God forbid you're going to have President El-Sayed in three years." | The National Republican Senatorial Committee pledged to defeat him and referred to him by his full n…
(2026-08-06). La Polar Stadium is About to Host International Matches. radiohc.cu Havana, August 6 (RHC) — With its sights set on the upcoming Concacaf Nations League, Havana's La Polar stadium is undergoing its most intense days of transformation. | The facility is in the final stages of its renovation, with progress placing it on the verge of obtaining the coveted certification for top-level international matches. | The heart of the project, the new synthetic turf, is already laid across the surface, with 90 percent of the work completed. | In the coming days, specialists will focus on the process of gluing the seams and the subsequent infilling with rubber granules, key phases to ensur…
(2026-08-05). Trump's top diplomat claims Hormuz talks progress: Is a deal expected soon or is US bluffing again. hindustantimes.com U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is engaged in discussions involving Oman and Iran to ensure the safe passage of warships through the Strait of Hormuz while broader talks on Iran's nuclear programme continue. Rubio said progress has been made, although no final agreement has been reached. His remarks come amid heightened tensions in the Gulf and follow statements from Iranian officials denying direct negotiations with the United States. The developments highlight ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions and safeguard international maritime security.
(2026-08-05). Sindicatos en Dakota del Norte rechazan hostilidad de EEUU vs Cuba. radiohc.cu La Federación Estadounidense del Trabajo y Congreso de Organizaciones Industriales (AFL-CIO) de Dakota del Norte aprobó una resolución que rechaza las medidas coercitivas unilaterales del Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Cuba. | El gremio sindical al respaldar la Resolución 13, expresó su firme rechazo al cerco que impone Washington al país caribeño y exige la derogación inmediata de la Orden Ejecutiva 14380, firmada por el presidente Donald Trump el pasado 29 de enero en la cual declara una emergencia nacional respecto a Cuba que dio pie a un bloqueo petrolero. | La organización instó al Gobierno y al Congreso…
(2026-08-05). Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic, say sources. geo.tv Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 3, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-08-05). Will the "puzzle pieces" ready for a regional war come together? unitedworldint.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±‡ß, Political Scientist It is now impossible to define the current state of the U.S.-Iran conflict as, in the classical sense, "a war between Iran and the U.S." The geography of the war has expanded from the Strait of Hormuz to Bab el-Mandeb, from the Red Sea to the Eastern Mediterranean following the …
(2026-08-05). US and Iran edge towards Hormuz deal amid fresh maritime attacks. geo.tv This image depicts a woman waving the Iranian flag at Valiasr Square in Tehran on June 15, 2026. — AFPUS says Hormuz deal with Iran could be reached within hours.President Trump calls negotiations Iran's last chance.Iran denies holding talks as Qatar says mediation…
(2026-08-05). Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and the Battle for US-Iran Secrets. thinktank.pk In modern geopolitics, information has become as valuable as oil. Every headline about US-Iran negotiations, sanctions, military deployments, or possible airstrikes can move global oil prices, defence stocks, airline shares, and financial markets within minutes. That reality has created a fierce competition—not only between Washington and Tehran—but also among America's leading financial news organizations and …
(2026-08-05). Saturday 8/1: Build a Movement for the Prosecution of U.S. Leaders. indybay.org Register at bit.ly/TAGMassMeeting…
(2026-08-05). Italian youth reaffirm support for Cuba during solidarity event. radiohc.cu Hundreds of young Italians from various organizations reaffirmed their rejection of the United States' genocidal policy against Cuba during an assembly in the southern Italian region of Campania. | Marco Papacci, president of the National Association of Italy-Cuba Friendship (Anaic), spoke to Prensa Latina about the meeting in support of the Cuban people, held yesterday as part of the so-called Revolution Camp, a youth gathering that takes place every summer in the coastal area of the city of Paestum. | The debate, which analyzed the democracy that characterizes the Cuban…
(2026-08-05). There Is Beauty Everywhere. Even In Dystopia. Even In Armageddon. thealtworld.com One point I will always adamantly insist on is that it's entirely possible to live a joyful and exuberant life in the midst of this abusive dystopia. | There's a pervasive, unexamined notion throughout revolutionary politics that there's some kind of nobility in being miserable. If it isn't seen as noble, it's at least seen as rational, because everything is so unjust and unhealthy. | There's a widespread assumption that your level of political awareness should have an inverse correlation to your level of personal happiness, because of all the tyranny, injustice, poverty, genocide and ecocide. That it would be se…
(2026-08-05). Friendship Medal awarded to Australian activist Donald Dutherland. radiohc.cu The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) has awarded the Friendship Medal to Australian activist Donald Dutherland, promoter and organizer of solidarity aid to the island's medical system. | This recognition is granted by the President of the Republic of Cuba upon the recommendation of the ICAP President Fernando Gonzalez and was awarded to the activist for his valuable contribution to strengthening solidarity between the two nations. | In accepting this honor, the solidarity activist emphasized the importance for the Australian people of helping Cubans at a time when the maximum pressure policy…
(2026-08-05). Cuba and Grenada strengthen cooperation in education. radiohc.cu The governments of Cuba and Grenada have signed two memoranda of understanding in Grenada aimed at expanding cooperation in education. | The agreements cover special education and the "Yes, I Can" literacy project, the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs detailed on its website. | Ambassador Yadirys Echenique Paz signed the documents on behalf of Cuba, highlighting that these initiatives are part of the Caribbean island's commitment to solidarity and its dedication to human development in Grenada. | Representing the Grenadian government were the Permanent Secretaries of the Ministry of Education, Lorraine St. Louis…
(2026-08-05). Unions in North Dakota reject U.S. hostility against Cuba. radiohc.cu The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) of North Dakota approved a resolution rejecting the unilateral coercive measures of the United States government against Cuba. | In endorsing Resolution 13, the union expressed its firm rejection of the blockade imposed by Washington on the Caribbean nation and demands the immediate repeal of Executive Order 14380, signed by President Donald Trump on January 29, which declares a national emergency regarding Cuba and led to an oil embargo. | The organization urged the U.S. government and Congress to end the blockade preventing oil…
(2026-08-05). Santo Domingo 2026: Cuba sufre rev?s ante Venezuela en el s?ftbol (m). radiohc.cu La selecci?n masculina de s?ftbol de Cuba cay? este martes 2-5 ante su similar de Venezuela, en la continuaci?n del torneo de los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Los dirigidos por Leonardo C?rdenas no lograron descifrar al conjunto sudamericano, segundo del ranking mundial, y ahora exhiben balance de 1-2, tras su victoria frente a Panam? y el rev?s por nocaut ante M?xico en la jornada inaugural. | Sin necesidad de conectar imparables, los venezolanos abrieron el marcador desde la misma primera entrada, al combinar dos bases por bolas con un roletazo al cuadro de Erwin D?az. | En el t…
(2026-08-05). Santo Domingo 2026: Cuba sufre revÈs ante Venezuela en el sÛftbol (m). radiohc.cu La selecciÛn masculina de sÛftbol de Cuba cayÛ este martes 2-5 ante su similar de Venezuela, en la continuaciÛn del torneo de los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. | Los dirigidos por Leonardo C·rdenas no lograron descifrar al conjunto sudamericano, segundo del ranking mundial, y ahora exhiben balance de 1-2, tras su victoria frente a Panam· y el revÈs por nocaut ante MÈxico en la jornada inaugural. | Sin necesidad de conectar imparables, los venezolanos abrieron el marcador desde la misma primera entrada, al combinar dos bases por bolas con un roletazo al cuadro de Erwin DÌaz. | En el t…
(2026-08-05). Gaceta Oficial de Cuba publica normativas relacionadas con los vehÌculos. radiohc.cu La Gaceta Oficial Ordinaria n˙mero 65, de la Rep˙blica de Cuba, publica este martes un conjunto de resoluciones relacionadas con la transmisiÛn de la propiedad de los vehÌculos de motor, remolques y semirremolques, su importaciÛn y comercializaciÛn, normativas que responden a la actualizaciÛn de un trabajo que el Ministerio de Transporte (Mitrans) realiza desde hace un lustro. | En conferencia de prensa, Eduardo RodrÌguez D·vila, titular del sector, explicÛ: Esas polÌticas no surgen ahora, sino que son el resultado del trabajo de hace cinco aÒos, y en este cuerpo normativo, adem·s de las acciones derivadas del mon…
(2026-08-05). FalleciÛ Eliseo Altunaga, destacado novelista, guionista y profesor cubano. radiohc.cu Este martes se conociÛ la noticia del fallecimiento del novelista, guionista y profesor cubano Eliseo Altunaga (1941-2026), hecho que conmoviÛ a intelectuales y artistas que han referido anÈcdotas, aportes y obras de un entraÒable maestro y gloria de la cultura nacional. | Autor de novelas como Canto de gemidos (1988), A medianoche llegan los muertos (1998), En la prisiÛn de los sueÒos (2003), Las negras brujas no vuelan (2005) y L·grimas negras (2017); adem·s del libro de cuentos Todos mezclados, publicado en 1984. | Fue el guionista de la recordada serie Algo m·s que soÒar, y de los filmes La gran rebeliÛn y En…
(2026-08-05). Frank Pa?s: Cuando Santiago de Cuba enmudeci?. radiohc.cu 
Cuando el 3 de diciembre de 2016, la periodista cubana Rosa Miriam Elizalde describ?a la llegada a Santiago de Cuba de las cenizas de Fidel, magistralmente repar? en la gente que, en calles, plazas, balcones llevaban los brazaletes rojo y negro del Movimiento 26 de Julio. Santiago es una l?grima, escrib?a porque el retorno eterno de Fidel recordaba estremecedoramente las jornadas rebeldes de esa ciudad. | Ese d?a, relat? Elizalde, los m?rtires de Santiago de Cuba aparecieron una y otra vez ante el lente de los periodistas. Bajo el sol inclemente de ese mediod?a, un anciano abrazaba una imagen de Frank Pa?s, aquel…
(2026-08-05). Cuba en Cumbre Internacional de Transporte de Mosc˙ 2026. radiohc.cu Cuba asistiÛ a la V ediciÛn de la Cumbre Internacional de Transporte de Mosc˙ 2026, una cita que concluye este martes, y donde la naciÛn caribeÒa expuso las prioridades estratÈgicas pese a la compleja situaciÛn del sector. | El viceministro primero del Transporte de la isla, Luis Roses, comentÛ en exclusiva para Prensa Latina que los presentes conocieron cÛmo a pesar del bloqueo econÛmico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos, sumado al cerco energÈtico recrudecido en el presente aÒo, el paÌs avanza en estrategias y acciones hacia un sistema m·s eficiente, resiliente y sostenible. | DetallÛ que las…
(2026-08-05). En Cuba publican nuevas normas para el reordenamiento del comercio. radiohc.cu La Gaceta Oficial de la República de Cuba publicó nuevas disposiciones del Ministerio del Comercio Interior (Mincin) para implementar las transformaciones aprobadas en el sector. | En particular se refiere al reordenamiento del comercio mayorista, la creación de mercados de abasto y de barrio, así como la actualización de las regulaciones para los establecimientos gastronómicos del Sistema de Atención a la Familia (SAF). | En conferencia de prensa, Betsy Díaz Velázquez, titular del Mincin, explicó que las nuevas normas buscan perfeccionar la organización, el control y la calidad de los servicios. | Se encuentra e…
(2026-08-05). Falleci? Eliseo Altunaga, destacado novelista, guionista y profesor cubano. radiohc.cu Este martes se conoci? la noticia del fallecimiento del novelista, guionista y profesor cubano Eliseo Altunaga (1941-2026), hecho que conmovi? a intelectuales y artistas que han referido an?cdotas, aportes y obras de un entra?able maestro y gloria de la cultura nacional. | Autor de novelas como Canto de gemidos (1988), A medianoche llegan los muertos (1998), En la prisi?n de los sue?os (2003), Las negras brujas no vuelan (2005) y L?grimas negras (2017); adem?s del libro de cuentos Todos mezclados, publicado en 1984. | Fue el guionista de la recordada serie Algo m?s que so?ar, y de los filmes La gran rebeli?n y En…
(2026-08-05). Return of goods to markets in Gaza doesn't mean people can afford them. aljazeera.com Displaced Palestinians in Gaza struggle daily to afford food, with soaring prices and limited income opportunities.
(2026-08-05). Congratulations Banyana Banyana . sanews.gov.za Congratulations Banyana Banyana | Government has congratulated Banyana Banyana on their outstanding victory over Burkina Faso in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026, a remarkable achievement that once again affirms South Africa's place among the continent's footballing giants. | The senior women's team advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament after beating Burkina Faso 1-0 in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday night. | "The team represented South Africa with dignity and pride. Throughout the tournament, the team displayed discipline and fighting spirit that have become synonymous with South Africa…
(2026-08-05). Australia: Queensland teachers face longer freeze on pay and conditions. wsws.org Despite two widely supported 24-hour strikes last year, educators in Queensland remain straitjacketed in an arbitration system, facing a more than two-year pay freeze and no relief from intolerable workloads.
(2026-08-05). Greg Abbott Blasted Corpus Christi for Its Water Crisis. A River Authority He Has Power Over Is Falling Apart. nationofchange.org 
The Nueces River Authority is working on a project that could expand the Corpus Christi region's water supply. But the Texas governor has done little to address the agency's financial problems, despite appointing every member of its board.
(2026-08-05). 10,000 Teamsters nurses reach agreement that could shift bargaining in Michigan. peoplesworld.org 
DETROIT—After little over a year of bargaining with Corewell Health East, 10,000 registered nurses represented by Teamsters Local 2024 have finally reached a tentative agreement for their first contract. "We could not be prouder to have reached this milestone for our union," stated the bargaining committee in an official statement. The proposed tentative agreement, won …
(2026-08-05). Japanese PM makes brief visit to Kumamoto quake zone. wsws.org Takaichi announced her government would designate the earthquake "a disaster of extreme severity," but only provided $US127 million in assistance for the devastated prefecture.
(2026-08-05). PBOC to conduct 500 bln yuan outright reverse repo operation. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China (PBOC) announced on Tuesday that it will conduct a 500 billion yuan (about $69.6 billion) outright reverse repo operation on Wednesday.
(2026-08-05). India-flagged vessel sinks off Yemen after attack in Red Sea, 13 Indians rescued. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian-flagged commercial ship sank in the Red Sea near Yemen after it was hit by a projectile, Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on Tuesday. The ship, MSV Faize Noore Oliya, overturned and sank near Yemen, but all 14 people on board — including 13 Indian crew members and one foreign national — were rescued safely by the Yemeni Coast Guard and taken to Mokha port. | The incident is the latest in a series of attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, where security has been affected by ongoing regional tensions. | Confirming the rescue, Sarbananda…
(2026-08-05). Dubai's Jebel Ali area rocked by 7 explosion in 20 minutes, thick smoke triggers panic; cause still unknown. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A series of explosions were reported late at night in Dubai's Jebel Ali industrial area, with videos circulating on social media showing massive plumes of black smoke rising into the sky | Dubai's Jebel Ali area rocked by 7 explosion in 20 minutes, thick smoke triggers panic; cause still unknown…
(2026-08-05). First deaths in US cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in Michigan. wsws.org Two people have died in Michigan in the largest outbreak of cyclosporiasis ever recorded in the United States.
(2026-08-05). The War in Ukraine and the Struggle for Socialism: The Case of Bogdan Syrotjuk—now available from Mehring Verlag. wsws.org This book provides the first comprehensive account of Bogdan's case and brings together his own writings and analyses the historical and political causes of the war in Ukraine.
(2026-08-05). ICE shackles Haitian workers with GPS monitors after stripping legal status. wsws.org The electronic branding of Haitian immigrants resembles nothing so much as the Nazi policy of forcing Jews to wear yellow stars of David.
(2026-08-05). What drove the surge of Moroccan migrants to Ceuta? wsws.org Official statistics capture only a partial picture of the economically and socially stultifying life of the almost 40 million people ruled by King Mohammed VI and a narrow financial elite.
(2026-08-05). Special event of Chinese film 'Dear You' held in Bangkok. ecns.cn A special screening event of Chinese film "Dear You" is held at the Teochew Hall in Bangkok, Thailand on Aug. 4, 2026.
(2026-08-05). FBI targets Chinese-American media executive in expanding anti-China campaign. wsws.org The raids expose the growing anti-China witch-hunt as a pretext for building the legal framework to criminalize political opposition.
(2026-08-05). The Helsinki Commission is a Cold War relic that needs to go. responsiblestatecraft.org Every government institution should periodically be asked a simple question: is it still performing the mission for which Congress created it?That principle has become a hallmark of the Trump administration. Through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the closing of USAID, and the restructuring of federal agencies, the administration has encouraged the reexamination of longstanding institutions to ensure they remain faithful to their original purposes.That question should now be asked of one of Washington's least scrutinized congressional bodies: the U.S. Helsinki Commission.Congress established t…
(2026-08-05). SAPS nets over 15 000 suspects for various offences. sanews.gov.za SAPS nets over 15 000 suspects for various offences | Over 15 000 suspects have been arrested in nationwide Shanela II operations, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. | In a statement on Monday, the police said 15 798 individuals were nabbed in police operations that involved collaboration with other law enforcement agencies and participating government departments. | "Just this past week alone, police apprehended 329 alleged drug dealers and 3 242 suspects for possession of drugs between 27 July and 02 August 2026," said the SAPS. ⚪ This as the police on Friday, 31 July 2026, seized a consignment of c…
(2026-08-05). Is Pakistan Facing a New Sporting Image Crisis? Missing Boxer at Commonwealth Games Raises Tough Questions. thinktank.pk Pakistan's participation in the 2026 Commonwealth Games has unexpectedly shifted from sporting achievements to an off-field controversy after boxer Qudratullah was reported missing shortly before the national delegation departed Glasgow. Scottish authorities are investigating the case, while Pakistan's boxing officials have also begun inquiries into the athlete's disappearance. The incident comes alongside reports that several …
(2026-08-05). China's Smart Dragon-3 rocket launches 2 satellites. ecns.cn A Smart Dragon-3 carrier rocket lifts off from the waters off east China's Shandong Province on Aug. 5, 2026, sending Oriental Smart Eye hyperspectral satellites 01 and 02 into the planned orbits.
(2026-08-05). Nigeria cannot build safe schools in unsafe communities. aljazeera.com The Safe Schools Initiative will keep falling short until the lack of security beyond school grounds is confronted.
(2026-08-05). Saturday 9/19: Clonetopia 2026 II: NorCal Clone Release Festival. indybay.org 7 Stars Holistic Healing Center + Exit Now Art Gallery (3219 Pierce St, Richmond, CA 94804)…
(2026-08-05). Sheikh Hasina virtual address Highlights: Former Bangladesh PM says she plans to return to Bangladesh in December, will reveal date later. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to deliver her first public address since being removed from power in August 2024. The event is being organised by t | Sheikh Hasina virtual address Highlights: Former Bangladesh PM says she plans to return to Bangladesh in December, will reveal date later…
(2026-08-05). China interview with Nolan goes viral, sparks global cultural debate. ecns.cn A conversation between Chinese podcaster Zhong Shu and British American filmmaker Christopher Nolan about his new film The Odyssey has gone viral on Western social media, drawing tens of millions of views and igniting broad debate over media, education and public culture in the United States.
(2026-08-05). Stellantis worker James Brasher killed on the job—the third death under the UAW's "historic" 2023 contract. wsws.org Brasher is the fourth Stellantis worker and at least the sixteenth UAW member killed on the job since 2022.
(2026-08-05). Explosive Drone Found Next To Ukrainian An-124 In Germany Signals A New Threat Reality. twz.com 
It's unclear who was behind the incident, but a Ukrainian An-124 would be about as symbolic and strategic a target outside of the country as imaginable.
(2026-08-05). Stewards Corner: How We Made UPS Create Full-Time Jobs in Our Local. nationofchange.org 
Often, winning something in your contract is only half the battle—the other half is enforcing it. It was a huge win in 2023 when our national contract campaign made UPS end its two-tier driver program. After the lower-tier drivers moved up to regular, our center in Charleston, South Carolina, had 91 full-time delivery drivers. But over time, drivers left, and eventually our center dropped down to 75. When we asked management to fill vacant jobs, they said we had adequate staffing. We filed grievances. They were denied because we had not proved we needed more staffing.
(2026-08-05). The Grass Is Greener Reflections on The Public Execution of Cory Ruiz. wibailoutpeople.org This week we discuss the tragic public shooting of Corey Ruiz by a member of the Madison Police Department. Joining in the discussion are Debra Gillespie founder of Mothers against Gun Violence, Dena Eakles of Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice and Kai Rasmussen from WI Bail Out the People Movement who has been a …
(2026-08-05). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-05). Fresh guavas from South China make export debut in Singapore. ecns.cn The first-ever shipment of fresh guavas from Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, was exported to Singapore on Tuesday, marking a new addition to the city's fruit export portfolio. The consignment weighed 6.4 metric tons.
(2026-08-05). Minister notes judgment on suspension of PIC CEO. sanews.gov.za Minister notes judgment on suspension of PIC CEO | Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has noted the High Court judgment declaring the suspension of the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) CEO, Patrick Dlamini, invalid and unlawful. | Dlamini was placed on precautionary suspension following allegations of impropriety contained in a whistleblower report. | According to court reporting, the judgment found that the PIC board had acted without the required ministerial and Cabinet approval. | "The Minister believes this judgment vindicates the actions taken by National Treasury and Cabinet to restore governance at So…
(2026-08-05). No Love for ICE Air: Texas activists protest deportation flight operators. peoplesworld.org 
We all know the hassles of air travel. Joining the seemingly never-ending security line at the airport one recent morning, I noticed something new. Among the cluster of tiny signs showing details of random assortments of airport information, one stood out. A small, barely noticeable poster told passengers, presumably undocumented immigrants, to self-deport themselves for …
(2026-08-05). R?gis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-08-05). Canada's ruling class exploits "anti-scab" legislation hailed by union bureaucracy to break strikes. wsws.org The Canada Industrial Relations Board ruled for the second time in less than a month, July 22, that management at the strikebound Bank of Canada, a key institution of the Canadian capitalist state, were in violation of the recently enacted revisions of the Canada Labour Code in Bill C-58.
(2026-08-05). Democracy Now! 2026-08-05 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 05, 2026; Dr. Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary in Major Defeat for AIPAC, Establishment Democrats; Insurgent Candidate Victories Highlight Growing Movement Against Corporate & Elite Power: John Nichols; "This Is an ICE Murder, Too": Gabriela Soto Says She Miscarried While Husband Was Detained in Solitary | Headlines for August 05, 2026; Dr. Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Primary in Major Defeat for AIPAC, Establishment Democrats; Insurgent Candidate Victories Highlight Growing Movement Against Corporate & Elite Power: John Nichols; "This Is an ICE Murder, Too&#…
(2026-08-05). Announcing a new counter-info site ⚪ Belly of the Beast. indybay.org read on for more info!
(2026-08-05). Chinese Embassy in South Korea refutes claims targeting Chinese tourists as casino growth engine. ecns.cn The Chinese Embassy in South Korea has rejected recent media reports that claimed Chinese tourists are the core growth engine in the casino industry in South Korea. The embassy urged Seoul to tighten oversight of the casino industry and curb gambling-related solicitation targeting Chinese visitors.
(2026-08-05). Calling all heroes! Dark Horse workers rally to save senior editors. peoplesworld.org 
Milwaukie, Ore.—Since its formation in late May, members of Dark Horse Workers United (DHWU) have been hard at work. The positive feedback from comic book fans has been encouraging—in less than a week, they collected over 5,000 signatures on a petition for voluntary recognition, and for a moment, it seemed like Dark Horse leadership had …
(2026-08-05). Protesters demand answers from ICE after second man dies at Delaney Hall. aljazeera.com Anger is growing after a 41-year-old Salvadoran man named Edwin Lopez-Cornejo died at an ICE detention centre.
(2026-08-05). Can Europe Defeat Russia's Information War Before It's Too Late? thinktank.pk For years, Europe's security debate focused primarily on tanks, missiles, and conventional military threats. Today, however, European governments increasingly believe that one of the most persistent challenges comes not from the battlefield but from the digital information space. Coordinated disinformation campaigns, fake social media accounts, AI-generated videos, forged news reports, and influence operations have become …
(2026-08-05). Senate panel to vote on Blanche for attorney general after he shuts down $1.776 billion fund for Trump allies. nationofchange.org 
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(2026-08-05). Houthi drones strike deep into Saudi Arabia once again, Najran airport hit in a precise attack. hindustantimes.com Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a drone strike targeting what they described as a "sensitive asset" at Saudi Arabia's Najran Airport, calling it retaliation for alleged Saudi drone operations over Yemen. Riyadh has not confirmed the claim. The latest exchange underscores the continuing volatility along the Saudi-Yemen frontier amid broader regional tensions.
(2026-08-05). Wesley Bell Again Defeats Cori Bush — With Plenty of Help From AIPAC. theintercept.com 
(2026-08-05). Wednesday 8/12: Bay Area Candidate Forum 8/12/26,10am-1pm; focus on issues for seniors & disabled persons. indybay.org Hybrid (via Zoom) where ever you want; or at either of two in-person viewing locations: 1) in Oakland at the Teamsters Local 2010 Hall (7730 Pardee Lane, Suite 2010, Oakland, CA 94621); or 2) at the San Jose, SEIU Local 521 Hall (: 2302 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95131). Register to get on the Zoom here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gr-YyNI……
(2026-08-05). India panel warns Meta over Modi video removal. geo.tv Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg at Facebook's headquarters in Menlo Park, California. — Reuters/File
(2026-08-05). Anton J?§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-08-05). Ceuta and Melilla: Why Europe's African border remains a flashpoint. aljazeera.com The two Spanish enclaves in North Africa remain at the centre of a diplomatic standoff between Spain and Morocco.
(2026-08-05). Friday 8/7: Artistic Free Speech Day in SF! indybay.org In Lafayette Park (between Gough, Sacramento, Laguna and Washington Streets) close to the Gough Street side of the park, in the "meadow gathering space" between Washington Street and the tennis courts.
(2026-08-05). Chinese Long March-8A rocket launches new internet satellites. ecns.cn China successfully sent a new batch of internet satellites into orbit on Tuesday from the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site in Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province, according to China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC).
(2026-08-05). El-Sayed holds narrow Michigan primary lead in test for US Democrats. geo.tv US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks during the US Senate debate with US. Rep Haley Stevens moderated by Roop Raj from Fox 2 at Fox 2 Studios in Southfield, Michigan, US, July 27, 2026. — ReutersProgressive leads Stevens by about 3.5 percentage points.Result may shape Democratic…
(2026-08-05). Shandong-Africa cultural gala opens in Jinan, Shangdong. ecns.cn The 2026 China-Africa Friendship Tour—Shandong meets Africa Cultural Gala opened in Jinan, Shangdong Province on Tuesday.
(2026-08-05). China's Growing Regional Ballistic Missile Arsenal: A Guide. twz.com 
China's ballistic missile arsenal has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past two decades. Once centered on a relatively small force of nuclear missiles designed primarily for deterrence, which we discussed in
(2026-08-05). Die Migrationskrise in Ceuta hat die inneren Widerspr‡ºche der Europ‡§ischen Union offengelegt. strategic-culture.su Nachdem sich die nordafrikanische Exklave Spaniens innerhalb weniger Tage zu einem Ort des massiven Zustroms von 60.000 afrikanischen Wirtschaftsmigranten entwickelt hatte, standen die Beh‡∂rden der EU-L‡§nder vor einer gro‡üen Frage: Hat der Schutz der Au‡üengrenzen oder die Solidarit‡§t mit einem der Mitgliedstaaten Vorrang? Laut der spanischen Regierung sind bis heute fast alle Migranten, die nach Ceuta gelangt waren, bereits nach Marokko zur‡ºckgekehrt (gl‡ºcklicherweise trennt die Stra‡üe von Gibraltar Ceuta von Spanien). In den sozialen Netzwerken ist jedoch ein ander…
(2026-08-05). BMW cuts 8,000 jobs in Germany. wsws.org As the last of the major German carmakers, BMW has now joined the ranks of corporations destroying jobs on a massive scale, agreeing with IG Metall to cut around 8,000 positions—almost one in 10 of its 84,000 jobs in Germany.
(2026-08-05). Javier Moreno ZacarÈs: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno ZacarÈs responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-08-05). P-8 Poseidon Crews Controlling MQ-4C Triton Drones Becoming A Reality. twz.com 
The P-8A and MQ-4Cs were designed to work in concert, but direct in-flight control of Tritons will open new tactical possibilities and greatly extend the Poseidon's reach.
(2026-08-05). James Talarico Accused Ken Paxton of Voter Fraud. His Own Voter Registration Is Raising Questions. nationofchange.org 
ProPublica and The Texas Tribune's review of the Democratic Senate candidate's residency records found that he may have voted in up to five elections using an address where he no longer lived.
(2026-08-05). RÈgis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-08-05). Trans Medical Mutual Aid Madison. wibailoutpeople.org 
TMMA believes healthcare is a human right. If you supported the encampment and have recent medical costs from area providers, we want to help you reduce or get rid of them. We'll meet with you for free to go over your options. Contact us at our website — www.transfolx.com — for more information…
(2026-08-05). Thursday 8/6: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-08-05). The student uprising against moral hollowness. mronline.org 
It is clearly not a political agitation; it clearly has no "leaders". The Bharatiya Janata Party is adept at dealing with "leaders", by dividing them, by defaming them, by corrupting them, by buying them up, and by threatening them with the Enforcement Directorate and the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act; had this agitation been led by "leaders" it would not have gone as far as it did.
(2026-08-05). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-05). AI-generated drama star lists ad rates of up to 258,000 yuan, drawing support and doubts. ecns.cn Fang Taozi, the main character in the viral AI-generated Chinese short drama "The Girl Who Was Laid Off," has begun promoting products online, with reported advertising rates reaching as high as 258,000 yuan ($38,200) per video, drawing both cheers from fans and doubts from netizens who question the credibility of products promoted by a non-human character.
(2026-08-05). Chehlum of Imam Hussain observed with reverence in Dallas. geo.tv Arbaeen of Imam Hussain and the martyrs of Karbala was observed with solemnity and devotion in Dallas, Texas. — ReporterDALLAS: The Arbaeen of Imam Hussain and the martyrs of Karbala was observed with solemnity and devotion in Dallas, Texas, where mourning congregations were…
(2026-08-05). Typhoon Dolphin's path uncertain as forecasters warn of landfall or skirt east China coast. ecns.cn The path of severe Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th typhoon of 2026, is expected to become clearer by Thursday, the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) said Tuesday.
(2026-08-05). New UK Prime Minister Should End the Assault on Protest Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A person is detained during a Palestine Action demonstration at Marylebone Road in London, UK, July 30, 2026. | © 2026 James Willoughby/SOPA Images via Reuters | Palestine Action, the direct-action protest group, was granted permission on July 30 to appeal its terrorist designation at the United Kingdom Supreme Court. The government controversially issued this designation in 2025, and although the group successfully appealed the designation in the High Court, that ruling was reversed by the Court of Appeal in June. Since the group was designated as terrorist, more than 3,000 peacef…
(2026-08-05). Japanese City Undermines its Program to Protect Babies. hrw.org The city of Izumisano in Japan's Osaka Prefecture announced on July 27 that it would create a new nyujiin—an infant care institution for children under age 3—for the estimated 40 babies it expects to receive annually. | Click to expand Image | Hiroyasu Chiyomatsu, mayor of Izumisano in Osaka Prefecture, explains the policy of setting up a "baby hatch," which enables parents to anonymously leave infants they are unable to care for, May 29, 2025. | © 2025 AP Photo…
(2026-08-05). Farce Of The Week: Germany's Weather Site Donnerwetter.de Attempts To Measure The Rhine River's Temperature! wattsupwiththat.com The video has made a splash across the German Internet because of the obviously totally shoddy manner the measurement was performed!
(2026-08-05). Saturday 8/1: March Against the Madness. indybay.org approx 1 mile march starts at 5pm at: | Valor Partners | 260 Homer Ave | Palo Alto, CA 94301 | and ends with short rally at approximately 5: 45pm at | Palantir | 100 Hamilton. Ave. | downtown Palo Alto | (corner Hamilton Ave/Alma St. demo is on the Alma side of…
(2026-08-05). Houthis To Expand Shipping Attacks To Northern Red Sea. twz.com 
(2026-08-05). North Korea's Kim Yo Jong issues military threat over Japan missile test. aljazeera.com The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused Japan of moving beyond a defensive posture.
(2026-08-05). China's electronic information manufacturing revenue up 18.5% in H1. ecns.cn China's electronic information manufacturing industry maintained strong momentum in the first half of 2026, according to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
(2026-08-05). Qinghai's cross-border capital net inflow rises 80% in H1. ecns.cn Northwest China's Qinghai Province recorded a net inflow of $142 million in bank-handled cross-border receipts and payments for clients in the first half of 2026, up 80% year-on-year, according to the third regular press conference of 2026 held by the Qinghai Branch of the People's Bank of China on Tuesday.
(2026-08-05). The yearly mild weather spell that brings Yemen's coast back to life. aljazeera.com Al-Baldah transforms Mukalla with mild temperatures, beach fun and a rare economic boost for the southern Yemeni city.
(2026-08-05). Ultimate Classroom: War propaganda in Australian schools. wsws.org This TV program is a full-throated promotion of militarism, seeking to counter the animosity toward war among young people.
(2026-08-05). Storm the Heights of Culture: Public Art in the German Democratic Republic: The Twenty-Ninth Art Bulletin (July 2026). mronline.org 
Today, there is growing recognition of the German Democratic Republic's (DDR) building-integrated art and the type of society rooted in education, dignity, and imagination of the working class the DDR sought to build.
(2026-08-05). "Department of Injustice" : Norm Eisen on Todd Blanche AG Nom, Reflecting Pool Vandalism Case. nationofchange.org 
Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general cleared a major hurdle this week after two Republican senators who had raised concerns agreed to back him.
(2026-08-05). Mystery attack jolts Indian vessel near Yemen: 13 Indian crew members rescued as ship capsizes. hindustantimes.com An Indian cargo vessel reportedly sank near Yemen after coming under attack in the Red Sea, prompting a major rescue operation. All 14 crew members—including 13 Indian nationals—were rescued and brought safely ashore. The incident has renewed concerns over the security of commercial shipping as tensions continue to simmer in the Red Sea.
(2026-08-05). 234 skips in 30 seconds! Chinese boy breaks jump-rope world record. ecns.cn Chinese boy Huang Sixing claimed gold in the 9-11 age group 30-second single rope event at the 2026 Asian Jump Rope Championships with an incredible 234 skips in just 30 seconds, shattering the world record.
(2026-08-05). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary People's Celebration in Milwaukee August 22, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-08-05). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-08-05). Monday 8/3: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-08-05). Javier Moreno Zacar?s: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacar?s responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-08-05). European wildfires continue, with record land burned and nuclear plants on verge of shutdown. wsws.org Europe entered August with severe wildfires burning in Greece, France, Spain and Turkey, hundreds more scattered fires underway in Romania, and a drought and fire crisis threatening nuclear power provision in Britain, Hungary and Romania.
(2026-08-05). Road-air transport corridor in Yunnan Province opens for exports to Myanmar. ecns.cn A new road-air combined transport corridor linking Ruili and Mangshi in Yunnan Province has officially opened with the export of cross-border e-commerce goods to Mandalay, Myanmar.
(2026-08-05). Oil shortages escalate from wars in Iran and Ukraine, with few signs of relief. nationofchange.org 
Cooking gas and diesel fuel are among the oil products whose supply levels have been affected already. Here's why to expect long-term shortages.
(2026-08-05). El ejemplo capaz de ahuyentar los peores presagios. radiohc.cu Ninguna fuerza supera la del ejemplo. Así lo demostró el Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz el 5 de agosto de 1994 cuando encabezó el enfrentamiento a los disturbios generados en La Habana, como más de tres décadas antes descendió de aquel tanque en Playa Girón, pues durante toda su existencia siempre estuvo en la línea del peligro. | Un tirano, en una situación similar, hubiera indicado disparar, sin titubeos, sin culpa, pero él demostró una esencia contraria a la de los gobernantes despreciables con los que tanto lo asocian quienes pretenden manchar la pulcritud moral de su existencia. Les ordenó a sus escolta…
(2026-08-05). La guerra de los EEUU contra Ir·n y la geoconomÌa vinculante. radiohc.cu La reimposiciÛn de la agresiÛn militar de los EEUU contra la Rep˙blica Isl·mica de Ir·n, posterior de haberse alcanzado el Memorando de Entendimiento entre Washington y Teher·n, el 17 de junio de 2026, confirma que se est· sopesando la interacciÛn de los microobjetivos de Tel Aviv y los macroobjetivos de la Casa Blanca para Medio Oriente, en cuya regiÛn descansa parte de la geoconomÌa Todo lo anterior tiene lugar en medio de la influencia controvertida, que el estado sionista ejerce en la…
(2026-08-05). Armed man arrested at Trump's LA golf course ahead of president's visit. aljazeera.com Loaded pistol and rifle among items found in suspect's pocket, car and home following arrest, police say.