(2026-08-19). Oil extends climb on prolonged Hormuz export uncertainty. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices climbed for a fourth straight day on Wednesday as investors weighed conflicting messages from Tehran and Washington on whether the Strait of Hormuz is open to ships. | Brent crude futures climbed 69 cents, or 0.8%, to $91.71, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 76 cents, or 0.9%, to $85.70 a barrel. | Both contracts closed on Tuesday at their highest in more than three weeks as hopes of peace between the US and Iran faded. | US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday no talks were taking place with Iran ‚&Ar…
(2026-08-19). One Hormuz Strait, two realities: Trump declares 'open,' Iran claims 'closed'… Who is bluffing. hindustantimes.com The Strait of Hormuz has become the center of a growing confrontation between Donald Trump and Iran. Iran says the strategic waterway is closed, while Trump says Hormuz is open and operating, despite a U.S. naval blockade. Trump also claimed that all water mines had been removed or detonated and rejected reports of talks with Tehran. His statement came as he spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan about Gulf security and the latest Middle East developments. This video examines the competing claims over Hormuz, the U.S. naval presence, Iran's position, and what the dispute means for shipping an…
(2026-08-19). On cam: Qatar tries to save US-Iran talks as Trump and Tehran clash over control Of Strait of Hormuz. hindustantimes.com Qatar is stepping in to help revive U.S.-Iran negotiations as Washington and Tehran remain sharply divided over control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The diplomatic push comes amid rising tensions and growing concerns over the impact of the standoff on regional security and global shipping.
(2026-08-19). Correcting the Trump delusions about the Strait of Hormuz. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: Special correspondent American President Donald Trump posted an image on his Truth Social today. An AI-generated image. It has the Strait of Hormuz circled, and above it, in large letters: NEW U.S. TERRITORY I wrote that line in capitals on purpose. Because this is not something said in a speech. This is a picture.
(2026-08-19). Seattle: Duwamish Tribe Takes On Stewardship Of Rematriated Land. popularresistance.org A warm summer breeze carries the scent of wild flowers and fresh foliage from the surrounding forest through the clearing of Heron's Nest (spa îq ∑a î ƒçÃìa îac). This is the site of a successful community-led land effort returning 3.56 acres to the Duwamish Tribe, which lacks federal recognition. | "To me, it seems like a huge piece of property because we are not federally recognized and do not have a reservation," said Nancy Sackman, vice chair of the Duwamish Tribal Council and Duwamish tribal member. "So any land that we do get is a huge event."
(2026-08-19). Anti-Terror Laws And The Return Of Political Repression. popularresistance.org A parliamentary republic, an imperial power, a right-wing Andean government, and a monarchy share no region, no alliance, and no form of government. Between them, the same legal instrument is nonetheless spreading: statutes and decrees written in the language of "terrorism" and "national security" that treat political opposition itself as a threat to be policed. Far from coincidental, this convergence is a shared architecture whose purpose is to build a legal framework capable of designating entire organizations and broad movements as enemies of the state, and, through them, of dismantling the conditions in which…
(2026-08-19). $54 Billion For Killer Robots? A Look Into DAWG. popularresistance.org In the first 24 hours of the U.S. war on Iran, AI targeting tools powered by Palantir and Anthropic were used to strike over 1,000 targets. On July 12th, the U.S. military employed unmanned kamikaze drone boats for the first time in its history to strike a naval base in Bandar Abbas, Iran. These boats, employed for one-time use with a self-destructive goal, each cost nearly $1 million each. | If Trump and his Pentagon get their way, robotic warfare will be the new normal. Buried in the Trump administration's $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget request is a number that has stunned even seasoned defense watchers: a whopp…
(2026-08-19). The US-Iran Peace Deal Signed In June Expires. popularresistance.org The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the peace deal signed between Iran and the US to end the war expired on Monday, August 17, without achieving a single objective and both the parties accusing each other of violating it. | The MoU was signed digitally by US President Donald Trump and his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian on June 17 after a months-long mediation process facilitated by Pakistan and Qatar. | The memorandum was expected to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, which began on February 28, and formalize the unilateral ceasefire announced by Trump on April 8.
(2026-08-19). A Union Of Unions: Revitalizing Labor Councils. popularresistance.org I'd been to Music City Center in Nashville before, but this day was different. I sat with colleagues and ran into other people I knew from the progressive movement, but we had not convened to discuss organizing strategies or hear from a candidate. We were there to mourn the loss of a grand force in not only Nashville, but all of Southern labor: Vonda McDaniel. | McDaniel's presence loomed large all throughout the center's 2.1 million square feet, literally and figuratively. Photos of her adorned the monitors across the building, and she had served as vice-chair of the Music City Center board, ensuring that organi…
(2026-08-19). Taxpayers Funded A $533 Million Artillery Plant That Made Nothing. popularresistance.org A robot was on fire. Again. | It was the summer of 2024, and the cutting-edge robots inside General Dynamics' sweltering artillery factory near Dallas were catching fire with startling regularity, according to four former workers there. This wasn't ideal, as the plant was supposed to be churning out urgently needed artillery shells for Ukraine. The robots, giant metal arms with clamps for hands, would end up drenched in oil, which would then — no surprise — combust as they moved steel blocks heated to 1,800 degrees into and out of a machine that periodically erupted columns of fire.
(2026-08-19). How Israel Is Drying Up The West Bank's Most Fertile Farmlands. popularresistance.org Agriculture in the northern West Bank could be on the verge of disappearing under the weight of Israeli land confiscation and the destruction of water wells. The Atouf area, in the Tubas governorate in the northeastern West Bank, and long known as the region's "breadbasket," has been targeted by settler attacks on its water lines. The settler raids complement the Israeli army's ongoing infrastructure projects in the area, which have plowed through Palestinian farmlands and demolished wells. | For four months, thousands of Palestinian farmers in the Atouf plain have been unable to access water for their crops afte…
(2026-08-19). US' biggest alliance crisis: Trump scolds Seoul, China's top diplomat lands almost immediately. hindustantimes.com South Korea is facing a fresh strategic test as China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi prepares to visit Seoul, days after Donald Trump defended scaling back joint U.S.-South Korea military drills. Wang's visit is expected to focus on bilateral and regional issues as Seoul looks to manage ties with both Washington and Beijing.
(2026-08-19). West can't reach Putin's Caspian route? Russia sending TNT & drone parts to rebuild Iran's arsenal. hindustantimes.com Russia is reportedly shipping explosives, ammunition and drone components to Iran through the Caspian Sea, according to an exclusive NBC News report. A European government document allegedly lists TNT among the cargo, while a Western official reportedly confirmed its contents. The shipments could help Iran rebuild military capabilities damaged by U.S. and Israeli strikes. The reported transfers also mark a striking reversal in the Russia-Iran drone relationship, after years of Iranian Shahed-style drones and technical support flowing to Moscow. This video examines Putin's Caspian supply route, why the shipments m…
(2026-08-19). Is Gulf War Back? Hours After Trump-MBZ Call, Angry Mojtaba Fires Two Ballistic Missiles Toward UAE. hindustantimes.com Iran has reportedly launched two ballistic missiles toward the UAE, with Abu Dhabi confirming the projectiles and saying both were intercepted. The reported attack comes shortly after a Trump-Mohammed bin Zayed call, as tensions between Tehran and the U.S. and its Gulf allies continue to escalate.
(2026-08-19). UAE suspends all trade, financial transactions with Iran after missile attack. geo.tv UAE flag flies over a boat at Dubai Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. — Reuters/File UAE halts trade activities with Iran until further notice.Missiles targeted "maritime traffic": defence ministry.Iran urges "regional parties" to avoid claims against Iran.
(2026-08-19). Trump turns screws on South Korea to join Iran war. wsws.org Incensed by South Korea's refusal to join the US war of aggression against Iran, Trump has unilaterally reduced major joint war games that began Monday and announced plans for talks with North Korea.
(2026-08-19). Tuesday 8/25: "American Doctors" Gaza Genocide Frontline Hospitals – Film & Panel w/ Filmmaker & Doctors. indybay.org Roxie Movie Theater SF | 3125 16th Street, | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-08-19). Monday 8/24: "American Doctors" : Gaza Genocide Frontline Hospitals Film & Panel w/ Filmmaker & Doctors. indybay.org Roxie Movie Theater SF | 3125 16th Street, | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-08-19). Friday 9/4: BABA G presents a Fundraiser: Water is Life – Let Gaza Live. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 S Seventh St, Unit 101, San Jose, CA 95112, United States…
(2026-08-19). Venezuela 2026, Argentina 1955, Chavismo and Peronism. unitedworldint.com The events that unfolded in Venezuela after January 3rd have profoundly shaken the country's political landscape. Beyond the search for culprits and traitors—mostly unfounded and driven by emotional responses to the pain and helplessness caused by the murder of hundreds of Cubans and Venezuelans and the kidnapping of President Maduro and his wife—the truth is …
(2026-08-19). Senador granadino ratifica apoyo sindical a Cuba. radiohc.cu La voluntad de los trabajadores de la isla caribeña de Granada para continuar acompañando a la mayor de las Antillas fue el pilar de un nuevo encuentro que sostuvo Yadiryz Echenique Paz, embajadora cubana en ese país, y el senador granadino Andrés Lewis. | La disposición de fortalecer los vínculos de solidaridad frente al cerco imperialista recrudecido fue ratificada por ambas partes durante el encuentro, informó Cubaminrex. | Durante el intercambio Lewis, también presidente de Grenada Trade Union Council, ratificó el compromiso de los sindicatos granadinos de acompañar a Cuba en su resistencia contra las medidas…
(2026-08-19). That Time the US President threatened, "A Whole Civilization will die tonight" juancole.com
(2026-08-19). Fresh EU help for war industry. electronicintifada.net Border mission in Gaza serves as a figleaf for an illegal occupation.
(2026-08-19). Hamas accuses Netanyahu of undermining talks, ceasefire deal after Gaza strike. tribune.com.pk 
Hamas accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday of deliberately undermining ceasefire talks while reaffirming its commitment to the Gaza ceasefire deal and urging the United States and mediators to pressure Israel to honour it. | The Palestinian group issued the statement after an Israeli strike on a cafe at the port in Gaza City killed six Palestinians, including a child, and injured others. | It said the "new massacre" represented "a deliberate escalation" and accused Israel of seeking to undermine efforts to consolidate the ceasefire and advance implementation of the agreement. "The timin…
(2026-08-19). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates voluntary return of 88 individuals to Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). The daily struggle for a dignified life continues for Palestinians in Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Sunday 9/20: Paws: A Benefit for the Sulala Animal Rescue in Gaza. indybay.org Berkeley Animal Rights Center – 2414 Sixth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2026-08-19). US refineries taking in half of Venezuela's oil output, official says. aljazeera.com US official says Venezuela is sending 500,000 of its 1.25 million barrels per day output to Gulf Coast refineries.
(2026-08-19). Is Beijing Playing the Victim? Inside China's Latest Media Attack on Japan. thinktank.pk When a Fishing Dispute Becomes a Political Weapon A recent Global Times article titled "Japan's jitters over Chinese fishing vessels reveal a guilty conscience" presents the latest China-Japan maritime tensions through a familiar political lens: China as the relatively calm actor and Japan as the nervous, suspicious and ultimately responsible party. The article was published …
(2026-08-19). K-P seeks US investment in tourism. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and the US on Tuesday discussed prospects for cooperation in various sectors, including sports, tourism, minerals, energy and power, education, parliamentary cooperation and capacity building. | This was discussed during a meeting between US Chargé d'Affaires in Pakistan is Natalie A Baker and K-P Assembly Speaker Babar Saleem Swati at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa House in Islamabad. All parliamentary leaders of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, provincial ministers and other prominent personalities also attended the meeting. | During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on further pr…
(2026-08-19). RCMP warns Two Canadian Sikh Separatists of life threat over Khalistan-related activities. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has reportedly warned two Canadian Sikh separatists that they face a serious and immediate threat to their lives because of their involvement in efforts to establish an independent Sikh state in India.According to Canadian media reports, the warnings were issued to Inderjeet Singh Gosal of Caledon, Ontario, and Manjinder Singh of Abbotsford, British Columbia. The RCMP reportedly described the threats as credible, serious and imminent.
(2026-08-18). China launches Zhuque-3, achieving its first rocket recovery on land. ecns.cn China launched the reusable rocket Zhuque-3 on Wednesday morning, achieving its first recovery of a rocket's first stage on land.
(2026-08-19). Trump pauses 50 percent tariffs on Canada in last-minute deal. aljazeera.com Washington and Ottawa announce agreement to delay new tariffs on Canadian exports shortly before midnight deadline.
(2026-08-19). Attackers go 'house to house' killing 25 villagers in central Nigeria. aljazeera.com An attack on a village in Nigeria's central Plateau state has killed at least 25 people.
(2026-08-19). Indian-origin woman, living in US with green card for 27 years, detained by ICE. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian-origin woman who has been residing lawfully in the US for 27 years and has held a Green Card since 2013, has been detained Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). | Venkata Vasamsetty who is a public school teacher working with special-needs students in North Carolina, has no criminal record and is the mother of two US citizens and grandmother of two US citizen children, according to her family and immigration attorney. | Venkata Vasamsetty, a public school teacher who works with special-needs students in North Carolina, was reportedly detained by US immigration authorities despite ha…
(2026-08-19). South Korea, US scale back annual military drills after Trump's order. aljazeera.com Seoul says the duration of the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise has been reduced from 11 days to five.
(2026-08-19). China FA launches probe into alleged KFA 'inappropriate hospitality'. ecns.cn The Chinese Football Association (CFA) said on Wednesday it has launched an investigation into reports that three of its staff members received "inappropriate hospitality" from the Korea Football Association (KFA) during a referee exchange visit to South Korea in 2012.
(2026-08-19). The geopolitics of railroads: Europe's decoupling doctrine. onlineopinion.com.au The twenty-first century will not belong to the economies that simply produce more energy. It will belong to those that require less imported energy to generate greater prosperity. That is the true meaning of decoupling.
(2026-08-19). AN ONGOING REHEARSAL – An Interview with NDUDUZO MAKHATHINI. indybay.org Audio interview with Nduduzo Makhathini; South African pianist, improviser, healer, and musicologist. He's currently writing a book called, "An Ongoing Rehearsal." His new album on Blue Note Records is titled The Myth We Choose and was released on June 26, 2026. In September, 2026 Makhathini will begin a US/World tour with his jazz trio.
(2026-08-19). Saturday 8/22: Gold Rush CENTURY: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-08-19). Tuesday 8/18: Where Are the Feminists? indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/sopaug18…
(2026-08-19). Friday 8/21: Discussion of:Reform or Revolution Questions of Orientation, Questions of Morality. indybay.org 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-08-19). Australia: SEP meeting discusses how to fight Labor government's attack on National Disability Insurance Scheme. wsws.org Speakers exposed the disastrous consequences of the evisceration of the NDIS and its impact on the disabled and their families, and the jobs and conditions of health, education and welfare workers.
(2026-08-19). Saturday 8/22: Footprint America: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-08-19). Can We Save Our Food From Climate Change? The Future of Food Is at Stake. thinktank.pk Imagine a world where a heatwave destroys a wheat harvest, drought leaves fields without enough water, floods wash away rice crops and rising ocean temperatures disrupt fisheries—all within the same year. This is no longer simply a prediction about the distant future. Climate change is already affecting the way food is grown, transported and produced. …
(2026-08-19). Why Is Japan Criticising the U.S. Over ICC Sanctions? moderndiplomacy.eu Japan has issued an unusually direct criticism of its U.S. ally after Washington imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye. Japan's foreign ministry described the sanctions as "very unfortunate" and reaffirmed Tokyo's support for the ICC and its role in prosecuting serious international crimes. The statement marks …
(2026-08-19). At least nine killed in hotel fire in India's Kolkata. tribune.com.pk 
At least nine people were killed, including a child, in a fire at a hotel in India's eastern city of Kolkata on Wednesday, local police said. | The fire broke out at around 2: 50am local time on the second floor of the hotel building and was brought under control within an hour, ‚Å a senior police officer told Reuters. | Around 30 people were evacuated safely in the incident, which may have been triggered by an electrical short circuit, the officer said. The exact cause of the blaze ‚…
(2026-08-19). US sanctions International Criminal Court's president and top lawyer. aljazeera.com The US has sanctioned International Criminal Court president Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye.
(2026-08-18). DeepSeek seeks civilengineering talents for its IDC datacenter team. ecns.cn Chinese AI company DeepSeek has posted a new round of full-time job openings for its IDC data center team, covering three areas: data center infrastructure operations, planning and design, and on-site implementation.
(2026-08-19). Can Tinubu Win Re-Election Despite Nigeria's Economic Crisis? moderndiplomacy.eu As campaigning begins for Nigeria's January elections, President Bola Tinubu faces a difficult test of both his economic reforms and his All Progressives Congress party's more than decade-long record in power. Tinubu is seeking a second term against major challengers including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, both of whom have built their …
(2026-08-19). Wednesday 8/19: Rally To Defend The Crockett Ten: DROP The Charges NOW! indybay.org Richmond Superior Court | 100 37th St | Richmond, California…
(2026-08-19). The Best Custom Software Development Companies In The U.S.: A 2026 Review. moguldom.com Finding a high-quality team to do custom software development for your brand is difficult. You often don't have the inside industry knowledge you need to know who is able to deliver and who might not. Many global markets are currently saturated with agencies, but you want one that offers transparency, accountability, and a high degree …
(2026-08-19). Haroon completes UCI internship. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's only UCI Level-3 coach, Haroon General, has completed a one-month coaching internship at the UCI World Cycling Centre (WCC) in Aigle, Switzerland, Pakistan Cycling Federation (PCF) said. | He worked with the UCI track high performance team, the UCI WCC women's continental team and athletes from several countries during the programme. | The internship provided exposure to international coaching systems, athlete development, training methods and performance analysis, while also giving general experience of the day-to-day operations of a high-performance cycling centre. | He also served as a coach and…
(2026-08-19). China's snooker boom gains momentum with return of China Open. ecns.cn The 2026 China Open Snooker has returned to the World Snooker Tour calendar after a six-year absence, highlighting the rapid growth of snooker in China.
(2026-08-19). Chilean miners' families fight alone as management walks free and unions look the other way. wsws.org The corporatized union apparatus aligned to the Chilean "left" has done nothing but issue statements, observe moments of silence and light candles.
(2026-08-19). Pakistan condemns 'unprovoked' Israeli attack on Syrian airbase. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Wednesday strongly condemned the "unprovoked attack" by Israeli occupation forces on "Abu al-Duhur Airbase in Idlib, Syria," the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said. | In a statement, MoFA said the attack was a "flagrant violation of international law" and warned that such "provocative actions" could further undermine regional peace and stability. | üîà PR No. 2Ô∏è‚É£2Ô∏è‚É£0Ô∏è‚É£/2Ô∏è‚É£0Ô∏è‚&Eacut…
(2026-08-19). Saturday 8/29: Civil Rights, Black Power & Reparations. indybay.org RSVP for address…
(2026-08-19). 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.
(2026-08-19). Unitree Robotics surges 629% to $62 bln valuation in Shanghai share debut. ecns.cn Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree Robotics surged 629.44 percent to open at 1,100 yuan (about 161.99 U.S. dollars) per share in its Shanghai STAR Market debut Wednesday.
(2026-08-19). South Korea's Everland opens final vote to name panda cub. ecns.cn South Korea's Everland theme park has launched the final public vote to name a giant panda cub born in June, with balloting open through Aug. 30.
(2026-08-19). Hainan international education hub brings together 30 Chinese, overseas universities. ecns.cn An international education hub in south China's Hainan Province has brought together 30 Chinese and overseas universities, giving students access to cross-university courses and international education resources without leaving China.
(2026-08-19). Saturday 8/29: SF Made Of Iron Group Show & Fundraiser For Documentary On Women Ironworker. indybay.org Gallery | 939 Howard St. | San Francisco…
(2026-08-19). Ex-Left Party leader helps pave the way for far-right rule in eastern Germany. wsws.org Sahra Wagenknecht's rapprochement with the AfD has been apparent for years. Now, she is not only moving closer to the far-right party in terms of policy, but is helping it attain power.
(2026-08-19). Iran's armed forces warn Gulf countries against assisting US military. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's armed forces warned Gulf countries on Wednesday against assisting the US military, saying it would be tantamount to joining American military operations. | "We wish to warn that any assistance or facilitation provided to the aggressor US military amounts to participation in the US military operation," armed forces chief of staff Ali Abdollahi said, according to Iran's Mehr news agency. | South Korean minister says Trump appears to be pressuring Seoul over Iran, investment | South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said on Wednesday that US President Donald Trump's order to curb joint military drills appea…
(2026-08-18). China, Tanzania deepen financial cooperation through wider RMB use. ecns.cn China and Tanzania are set to deepen financial cooperation and expand the use of the Chinese currency renminbi (RMB), or the yuan, in cross-border trade and investment, as the Bank of China on Tuesday hosted an RMB internationalization roadshow in Tanzania.
(2026-08-19). How Ebola became the deadliest outbreak in DR Congo's history. aljazeera.com Conflict, delayed detection, and mistrust are complicating efforts to contain the virus in eastern DR Congo.
(2026-08-18). 5.6-magnitude earthquake hits Qinghai in NW China: CENC. ecns.cn A 5.6-magnitude earthquake jolted Haixi Prefecture of northwest China's Qinghai Province at 5: 36 a.m. on Wednesday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
(2026-08-19). Sabalenka slams Wang to advance at Cincinnati. tribune.com.pk 
Aryna Sabalenka unleashed her big game with devastating effect on Tuesday, hammering China's Wang Xinyu 6-1, 6-3 to reach the fourth round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati | The world number one took only 20 minutes to blow through the first set against her 36th-ranked opponent and began the second set with a break of serve. | Sabalenka kept up the pressure in the second set with Wang double-faulting on the top seed's first match point after 54 minutes. | The victory marked the 45th in a row for Sabalenka at the Masters 1000 level. | "I cannot complain. She's a tough opponent," Sabalenka said. "To win in straight set…
(2026-08-19). Is Hamas Really the reason there is no Mideast Peace? juancole.com Washington, D.C. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Hamas has frequently been described as a rigidly fanatical terrorist organization intent on destroying Israel. It is argued that it does not have the support of most Palestinians, and cannot be part of a peace process. Hamas' military wing's attack in Israel on October 7, 2023, in which a majority of those killed were civilians, including women and children, is cited as proof of this assertion. | In a statement published in the Washington Post on November 19, 2023, President Biden said that "as long as Hamas clings to its ideology of destruction, a c…
(2026-08-19). Thursday 8/20: OPEN HOUSE: Revolution Books. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-08-19). Sunday 9/20: Ensemble Ari Concert and Open Studio. indybay.org 4030 Reinhardt Drive, Oakland, CA…
(2026-08-19). Why Is Trump Pressuring South Korea Over Iran and Investment? moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and South Korea have long relied on their military alliance to deter North Korea and maintain stability on the Korean Peninsula. But President Donald Trump's decision to substantially reduce U.S. participation in joint military exercises has introduced a new layer of uncertainty into the relationship. South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said …
(2026-08-19). Body of former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji cremated in Beijing>. ecns.cn The body of former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji was cremated in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-08-19). As Europe rearms, Italy's fragmented space sector faces a scale test. tribune.com.pk 
Italy's fragmented space industry is facing growing pressure to consolidate as defence and government customers increasingly favour larger suppliers capable of handling complex programmes. | The shift reflects a broader push across Europe to build strategic autonomy in defence and critical technologies, as governments respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, tensions with China and uncertainty over future United States security commitments. | For Italy, whose space sector is known for niche engineering expertise but remains dominated by small and medium-sized companies, the challenge is whether firms can build…
(2026-08-19). Philippine impeachment trial advances Marcos' consolidation of state power. wsws.org Behind the constitutional theater in the Philippine Senate, the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte is being staged to eliminate the last significant political obstacle to Washington's transformation of the archipelago into a forward base for war with China.
(2026-08-19). Saturday 8/22: Coffee and Conversation About Reparations. indybay.org Café International, 508 Haight Street near Fillmore SF…
(2026-08-19). Private credit market under growing stress. wsws.org Loan defaults are rising and the number of companies financed by private credit being placed on a watch list is growing.
(2026-08-18). China's licensed doctors reach 5.29 million as resident health indicators hit record highs. ecns.cn China had 5.29 million licensed (assistant) physicians by the end of 2025, surpassing the target set in the 14th Five-Year (2021-2025) Plan, the National Health Commission announced on Wednesday, commemorating the ninth Chinese Doctors' Day.
(2026-08-19). For the right the next election is about renovation. onlineopinion.com.au One Nation and the Coalition aren't enemies, they are competitors, and competition is the best way to bring renewal.
(2026-08-19). Turkish counterpart invites FM Dar to Regional 4 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Istanbul. tribune.com.pk 
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has invited Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister (FM) Ishaq Dar to attend the upcoming Regional 4 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Istanbul later this month, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said on Wednesday. | According to a post on X, "FM Fidan invited FM Dar to attend the upcoming Regional 4 Foreign Ministers' Meeting of Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, to be held in Istanbul later this month." | "FM Dar accepted the invitation and confirmed his participation in the meeting," the ministry added. | Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Sena…
(2026-08-19). Mumia Remembers Dr. Johanna Fernandez; NOL Activists Speak Against ICE & Lobby. indybay.org Mumia Abu Jamal Remembers Dr. Johanna Fernandez; New Orleans Activists Speak Out Against ICE Detention Centers; Author Ian Lustick Examines Israel's Lobby…
(2026-08-19). The Mecca Pact could be an opportunity for Iran. responsiblestatecraft.org The Mecca Pact ranks among the most
(2026-08-19). China's 110-meter radio telescope completes core structure installation. ecns.cn The core structure of a 110-meter radio telescope in Xinjiang has been installed, marking a major milestone for what will become one of the world's most precise radio telescopes of its size, capable of conducting observations at high radio frequencies.
(2026-08-19). Quebec separatist says no independence referendum while Trump in office. aljazeera.com Leader of Canadian province's secessionist party says debate over independence stymied by turbulence in US politics.
(2026-08-19). Military officials unleash operation fury on 'America-hating' media. responsiblestatecraft.org Over the past week, Pentagon officials launched a broadside against reports of dire conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, which has been deployed in the Middle East for more than eight months. Less than 24 hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth first
(2026-08-19). Riyadh Air begins three weekly flights between Riyadh and Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
Riyadh Air's inaugural flight RX-676 landed at Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore on Tuesday, marking the airline's entry into the city and adding a new air link between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. | The carrier will operate three flights per week between Riyadh and Lahore, offering passengers a direct travel option and expanding connectivity between the two countries. | The inaugural flight arrived from Riyadh in the evening and was welcomed with a traditional water salute arranged by the Fire and Rescue Services of the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). | A ribbon-cutting and cake-cutting ceremony w…
(2026-08-19). US, South Korea to cut length, scope of military drills after Trump order. tribune.com.pk 
South Korea and the United States will cut short annual joint military drills to five days from 11 and scale back some field training, the allies said on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump ordered a substantial reduction in US participation. | The change in the drills comes as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits South Korea on Wednesday and Thursday for regional security talks expected to cover developments on the Korean peninsula. | The Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise, which began on August 17, will now run through August 21, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff and a Pentagon official said, instead of…
(2026-08-18). China achieves first rocket recovery on land. ecns.cn China launched the reusable Zhuque-3 rocket on Wednesday morning, marking the country's first land recovery of a rocket first stage.
(2026-08-19). Climate Alarmists Go Silent: Turns Out Fossil Fuels Are Earth's 'Miracle-Gro'. wattsupwiththat.com The question is no longer whether fossil fuels have greened the planet. The evidence is overwhelming. Will people in power have the courage to acknowledge it as a benefit?
(2026-08-19). PHF launches coaching education programme. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) today formally inaugurated Phase 1 of its national coaching education program, marking a significant step toward modernizing the sport's technical standards and tactical frameworks across the country. | The opening session was conducted by PHF National Coaching Advisor Herman Kruis, bringing together dynamic blend of young and experienced Pakistani coaches. Designed as an interactive, highly practical, and objective learning workshop, the session focused on contemporary coaching methodologies, tactical analysis, and modern athlete management. | PHF President Mohyuddin Ahmed…
(2026-08-19). How Could China's New South China Sea Base Affect Taiwan? moderndiplomacy.eu China has completed the first phase of construction at Antelope Reef in the disputed Paracel Islands, creating a large artificial island that analysts say could eventually become one of Beijing's most important military facilities in the South China Sea. Satellite images reviewed by Reuters show that the first stage of reclamation has been completed after …
(2026-08-18). Hong Kong population rises 0.3% as inflows offset natural decrease. ecns.cn The population of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) rose 0.3% year on year to a provisional 7.52 million in mid-2026, as net population inflows offset a natural decrease, the Census and Statistics Department said Tuesday.
(2026-08-19). Two security personnel injured as suicide attack foiled in Bannu. tribune.com.pk 
Two security personnel were injured on Tuesday when a suicide bomber attempted to target a security forces' vehicle in Bannu's Jani Khel Mali Khel area. | According to police sources, the bomber was riding in a rickshaw and attempted to strike a security forces' MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicle near Al-Momin School. However, security personnel responded promptly and killed the attacker before he could reach the vehicle, averting potentially greater casualties. | The sources said Sepoy Zeeshan and Sepoy Khairuddin were injured in the attack. They were immediately shifted to CMH Bannu for medical t…
(2026-08-19). Root adamant England don't need 'huge change' to Bazball style. tribune.com.pk 
England captain Joe Root is wary of "ripping up" their Bazball blueprint, but hopes his experience can help the team return to winning ways in his second stint as full-time skipper. | England head into their first Test since the exits of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum when they face Pakistan at Headingley in a match starting Wednesday. | Then-captain Stokes dramatically announced his retirement from international cricket during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge in June. | McCullum was sacked as England's Test coach following the team's seventh red-ball loss in nine matches, although he remain…
(2026-08-19). "Moderates" Support Extreme Injustice. indybay.org Corporate militarism and political malpractice…
(2026-08-19). How to Protect and Diversify Your Wealth for the Future. moguldom.com For entrepreneurs and successful professionals, building wealth is only half the battle. The other, equally important half, is protecting it. Asset protection isn't about hiding money or dodging responsibilities; it's a smart way to set up your financial life. This helps shield your wealth from unexpected risks, creditors, and legal challenges. A well-designed plan makes …
(2026-08-19). China highlights land restoration efforts at COP17 'China Corner'. ecns.cn The "China Corner" themed exhibition opened in the Blue Zone of the 17th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in Ulan Bator, capital of Mongolia, on Monday, highlighting the country's achievements in combating desertification and restoring degraded land.
(2026-08-19). Federal monitor allows UAW official who issued death threat against Will Lehman to collect his $200,000 salary. wsws.org Six weeks after a $202,000-a-year UAW official posted an image of Will Lehman bound, gagged and under the gun, the court-appointed Monitor has left the question of his continued employment in the hands of the apparatus he was campaigning for.
(2026-08-19). Russia and Ukraine bleed as NATO's war threatens to engulf Europe. wsws.org Mounting drone and missile "deep strikes" are a response to the fact that the frontline has been fought to a bloody standstill—in a meatgrinder of trenches, artillery and drones.
(2026-08-19). Friday 9/4: Rally To Stop Chatbots Replacing Workers At Kaiser, Defend Healthcare Workers & Single Pay. indybay.org San Francisco Kaiser Hospital | 2645 Geary Blvd | San Francisco…
(2026-08-19). 9 Best 3D Printing Websites and Tools You Need to Know in 2026. moguldom.com It's pretty wild how much 3D printing technology has evolved over the last couple of years. Back in the beginning, the hobby was so incredibly expensive and took some real expertise to get anything to work. Whether it was troubleshooting mysterious print errors or trying out lots of different handmade tools and modifications, you really …
(2026-08-18). Xi calls for stronger China-Ecuador synergy in development strategies. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday emphasized that China and Ecuador should strengthen the synergy of their development strategies and implement the cooperation plan for jointly building the Belt and Road.
(2026-08-19). Israeli airstrikes hit Syrian airbase. tribune.com.pk 
Eight Israeli airstrikes hit an airbase in northwestern Syria early on Tuesday, Syrian state media said, in what the US envoy for the region called an "unnecessary escalation". | Syria's state-run Ekhbariya, citing a military source, said the attack struck the runway and storage facilities at the Abu al-Duhur base, while a separate military source and a civilian who lives near the base said there were no casualties. | The Israeli military declined to comment on the strikes while the Syrian defence ministry did not respond. | "We are deeply concerned that the confirmed Israeli airstrikes on Abu al-Duhur Airbase…
(2026-08-19). Military officials unleash operation of fury on 'America-hating' media. responsiblestatecraft.org Over the past week, Pentagon officials launched a broadside against reports of dire conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, which has been deployed in the Middle East for more than eight months. Less than 24 hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth first
(2026-08-19). Oligarchy, dictatorship and the political radicalization of the American working class. wsws.org We are publishing here the report delivered by Joseph Kishore, national secretary of the Socialist Equality Party (US), to the party's Ninth National Congress, held August 2—7, 2026.
(2026-08-19). A Comprehensive Review Of RepCard: The Ultimate Field Sales Software For Home Services. moguldom.com Companies making sales door-to-door usually rely on the skill of their salespeople and the organizational prowess of their managers to make sure that they target the right areas. These days, technology is riding to the rescue. These operations used to be very complex, but thanks to software solutions like RepCard, they're becoming easier. We wanted …
(2026-08-18). China launches Zhuque-3 rocket, achieving its first rocket recovery on land. ecns.cn China launched the reusable rocket Zhuque-3 on Wednesday morning, achieving its first recovery of a rocket's first stage on land.
(2026-08-19). LucidPic Review: Checking Out the AI Photo Video Creator. moguldom.com AI image and video generators are becoming increasingly useful for people who need professional-looking visual content without the time and cost associated with traditional photography and video shoots. Lucidpic is an appealing option for more than a few reasons. But, does it actually hold up to the buzz surrounding it, and would it be a …
(2026-08-19). PFF explores Saudi partnerships to expand football opportunities. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Football Federation's (PFF) presdient Mohsen Gillani called on Pakistan's ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmad Farooq, in Riyadh. | During the meeting, opportunities to further strengthen cooperation and explore avenues for the development and promotion of football in Pakistan were discussed. The discussion also focused on potential collaboration and engagement with relevant stakeholders in the Kingdom to support Pakistan's football ecosystem and create greater opportunities for players and sporting institutions. | Gillani briefed the ambassador on the PFF's ongoing efforts and future initiatives aimed at…
(2026-08-19). ICRC president: At 77, the Geneva Conventions remain indispensable to humanity and global stability. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, to mark the 77th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 on August 12th.
(2026-08-19). Vieira appointed Senegal head coach after World Cup disappointment. tribune.com.pk 
Senegal have appointed France's 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach, the country's football federation announced Tuesday, succeeding Pape Thiaw who was dismissed after the World Cup. | The appointment of Vieira, who was born in Senegal, is a "strategic move", the federation said in a social media post, aiming to "establish a high-level technical staff, in line with our country's sporting ambitions". | His main mission will be to revitalise the team after Senegal's bruising loss to Belgium in the last 32 of the World Cup. | Thiaw was sacked less than two weeks later. The 45-year-old former Senega…
(2026-08-19). Energy Cost Before Energy Generation. wattsupwiththat.com Energy systems have to satisfy many requirements simultaneously: reliability, affordability, environmental impact, resource requirements, infrastructure needs and their ability to deliver energy when and where society requires it. But before comparing the energy return of different technologies, we first need to understand what we are counting.
(2026-08-19). Dance, gongs, drums and effigies of trump&Takaichi… indybay.org Dance, gongs, drums and | effigies of trump&Takaichi were stomped at the SF federal building Saturday Aug 15 2026.
(2026-08-19). Monday 8/24: "The Nerd Reich" : Rise of AI Tech Fascism w/ Book Talk Author Gil Durán & host Wajahat Ali. indybay.org HYBRID EVENT | In-Person: | The Commonwealth Club | 110 The Embarcadero | San Francisco, CA 94105 | Students = FREE w/ school ID for in-person ticket | Or register to join on-line here: commonwealthclub.my.salesforce-sites.com……
(2026-08-19). NATO and the North Atlantic left: A road to nowhere. links.org.au 
Jana Silverman and Jaime Caro look at alternatives socialists on both sides of the Atlantic can propose to promote geopolitical stability in the face of the global polycrisis.
(2026-08-18). Wall collapse leaves 5 dead, 17 injured in SW China's Sichuan. ecns.cn Five people were killed and 17 others injured after a wall collapsed in southwest China's Sichuan Province, local authorities said Wednesday.
(2026-08-19). Wednesday 8/19: Report from Palestine: The World Needs to Act! indybay.org Zoom | masspeace.us/report-from-palestine…
(2026-08-19). Climate change is driving record heat in Europe's seas, scientists say. tribune.com.pk 
Human-caused climate change was the main driver of recent record-breaking sea temperatures around Europe, scientists said on Wednesday, warning of severe consequences for marine ecosystems and coastal communities. | Europe's seas have not escaped the extreme heat that many countries have endured this summer. Last month, the average temperature in the Mediterranean was 27 degrees Celsius (81 degrees Fahrenheit), the highest for any July on record, while an offshore buoy near Mallorca recorded 33 degrees Celsius in early August. | Human-caused climate change has added about 2 degrees Celsius of warming to the Me…
(2026-08-18). Magnitude-5.6 earthquake strikes northwest China's Qinghai. ecns.cn A magnitude-5.6 earthquake struck Dachaidan in Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, at 5: 36 a.m. on Wednesday, according to the Qinghai Earthquake Agency.
(2026-08-19). Yangtze River Delta launches multimodal express freight routes to Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. ecns.cn A multimodal express freight train loaded with e-commerce goods, including daily commodities and clothing, departed from Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, for Tianjin on Wednesday, marking the launch of the first direct e-commerce multimodal express train service connecting the Yangtze River Delta to the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.
(2026-08-19). International support surges for jailed Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org The international campaign demanding the freedom of Ukrainian socialist and anti-war activist Bogdan Syrotiuk continues to expand rapidly following his sentencing to 15 years in prison on August 10.
(2026-08-19). Where Have All Your Dollars Gone? Long Time Passing. davidswanson.org The discretionary budget for the U.S. government next year as proposed by Trump is depicted by the Washington Examiner in the above pie chart. It has passed the House and might pass the Senate. As long as half of Congress Members see their job as boot licking and the other half see their job as …
(2026-08-19). Today In Dystopia: "We Have Cameras Everywhere In That Town" caitlinjohnstone.com.au Today in dystopia, police have been wrongfully arresting people based on faulty information from AI-assisted Flock surveillance footage instead of actually investigating the evidence of the crime. | In an article titled "
(2026-08-19). Nicht kriegsbereit? Hinter den hohen Milità§rhaushalten der NATO-Staaten verbergen sich demotiviertes Personal, veraltete Ausràºstung und mangelnde Erfahrung in der modernen Kriegsfàºhrung. strategic-culture.su In der euro-atlantischen Medientradition ist es àºblich, sich àºber die russische Armee lustig zu machen und sie als eine Ansammlung unqualifizierter Dilettanten darzustellen, die mit zweitklassiger Kampfausràºstung kà§mpfen, sich auf massive Infanterieangriffe verlassen und keine Ahnung davon haben, wie moderne Kriege gefàºhrt werden. | Gleichzeitig gilt die Auffassung als allgemein anerkannt, dass die Streitkrà§fte der fàºhrenden NATO-Mà§chte — in erster Linie der USA, aber auch Groàübritanniens, Deutschlands und Frankreichs — ein Vorbild fàºr hochmo…
(2026-08-18). 'Mobile photo studio' captures memories on Qixi Festival. ecns.cn The volunteer photography service has been running for five years, bringing a "mobile photo studio" to rural communities and capturing in photographs the elderly couples who have spent cherished years together.
(2026-08-18). China-built VLCC featuring green technologies delivered in Dalian. ecns.cn A new-generation very large crude carrier (VLCC), independently developed and built by China, was delivered in Dalian, Liaoning Province, on Monday.
(2026-08-18). Cambodia links KHQR with WeChat Pay for Chinese travelers. ecns.cn Chinese travelers in Cambodia can now use WeChat Pay to scan local KHQR codes for everyday purchases under a cross-border QR payment service launched Tuesday in Phnom Penh by the National Bank of Cambodia and WeChat Pay.
(2026-08-19). K-P to criminalise child marriage. tribune.com.pk 
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to enact a law restraining child marriages in the province as the draft bill "Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2019" is long pending and needs cabinet approval and subsequent tabling in the provincial assembly. | This was disclosed by Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa for Population Welfare Tufail Anjum while chairing a meeting organized by UNFPA in Peshawar on Tuesday. | He said necessary legislation would also be enacted to ensure its effective implementation. "Child marriage is an important social issue, and the govern…
(2026-08-19). Shaheen's seven-for seals Champions Cup title. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's ace-pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi claimed 7-36, including a hat-trick, to lead Pakistan Gold to a 101-run victory over Pakistan Greens in a one-sided final of the National Champions Cup at Multan Cricket Stadium on Tuesday night. | Chasing 341, Greens were well placed at 143-1 before collapsing to 239 all out in 37.3 overs, with Shaheen bagging incredible figures from 8.3 overs. | The Pakistan ODI captain struck three times in the 27th over before returning in the 38th to complete his hat-trick, removing Mehran Mumtaz, Mohammad Salman Mirza and Mohammad Hasnain with the first three balls of the over.
(2026-08-19). 7 Process Mapping Tactics to Improve Business Approaches. moguldom.com A clear roadmap or workflow is highly critical for teams and project managers in completing the work correctly. Thus, you can have an overview of your role and responsibilities as well as work process steps. Without the roadmap, teams will have no guidance, and as a result, there will be delays and mistakes. Under such …
(2026-08-19). Five Premier League stars to watch this season. tribune.com.pk 
The new Premier League season kicks off on Friday, setting the stage for a galaxy of stars to shine in the 2026-27 campaign. | AFP Sports looks at five players to watch: | Morgan Rogers (Chelsea) | Signed for a British record £117 million ($158 million) from Aston Villa, the England midfielder will be expected to lead the Xabi Alonso revolution at Stamford Bridge. | Rogers is Chelsea's marquee close-season recruit and must live up to his eye-watering price tag if Alonso is to revitalise the Blues after their dismal 10th-place finish in the Premier League last season. | The 24-year-old arrives fresh from…
(2026-08-19). TRAPPED IN AN OILY FOOL'S PARADISE. indybay.org Delusion and Catastrophic reality…
(2026-08-19). US ambassador to Israel calls settler violence 'terror'. aljazeera.com US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee says Israeli settler violence in the occupied West Bank…
(2026-08-19). Tuesday 8/18: Unite for Safety and Reasonable Schedules. indybay.org Corner of S. Van Ness and Market Street near SFMTA "Customer" Service Center | 1525 Market Street San Francisco, California, 94103United States…
(2026-08-19). PMD warns of more rain, thunderstorms in Islamabad, Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Wednesday warned of further rain and thunderstorms in Islamabad and Rawalpindi over the next two to four hours, cautioning that heavy rainfall could cause water accumulation in low-lying areas and raise water levels in local nullahs, particularly Nullah Leh. | In an alert posted on X this morning, the PMD said the active weather system over Islamabad and Gujar Khan was expected to bring more rain accompanied by thunderstorms to Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Taxila, Wah Cantt, Attock, Jhelum, Murree, Kallar Syedan and Gujar Khan. | It warned that heavy downpours during t…
(2026-08-19). Ukrainian government reinters another Nazi collaborator. wsws.org The fascistic Ukrainian regime repatriated the remains of the founder of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists, Yehven Konovalets.
(2026-08-19). More than two-thirds of UPS' US package volume now handled in automated facilities. wsws.org These developments further expose the Teamsters' so-called "historic" 2023 contract as a historic sellout.
(2026-08-19). Being Set Up for A Spectacle: An Trajectory of Deepdiving While UncoloniziNg. indybay.org Recently, while showing their art in Downtown Portland, OR, a visual artist with over 30 years experience found himself experiencing what he thinks is a Set-Up in the works. People Who put certain pawns (and targets) into situations where character assassination is imminent. Or, in this case, a likely murder.
(2026-08-19). US unions sue over new visa rule for foreign students, journalists. aljazeera.com New rule caps student and exchange visas to four years, while most journalist visas will be limited to 240 days.
(2026-08-19). Forklift safety expert calls for independent investigation into catastrophic accident at GM Flint Assembly. wsws.org While forklifts can be equipped with cameras, proximity detectors and collision-warning systems, workers appear to remain dependent largely upon horns, painted lines, mirrors and the ability of a forklift driver to twist around and look backward.
(2026-08-19). First cold-chain express train carrying southern Xinjiang fruits begins service. ecns.cn A freight train carrying over 200 metric tons of fresh plums departed from Aksu, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, for Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, on Monday, marking the launch of the region's first cold-chain express train service for local fresh fruits.
(2026-08-19). Political campaign contributions by CIA funded companies. indybay.org CIA headquarters in Langley, VA.
(2026-08-19). Trial begins that could force Meta to change Facebook and Instagram. aljazeera.com A landmark trial has begun in California over allegations Meta deliberately designed its platforms to be addictive.
(2026-08-19). Ceuta and Melilla: A Colonial Legacy in a Changing Strategic Geography. moderndiplomacy.eu Recent events in Ceuta have revived a debate that many had long regarded as little more than a historical dispute. That interpretation, however, fails to capture the issue's contemporary strategic significance. Ceuta and Melilla now stand at the intersection of several of the Western Mediterranean's most pressing security challenges. Migration, border control, violent extremism, organized …
(2026-08-18). Wang Chuqin retains top in ITTF men's singles world rankings. ecns.cn China's Wang Chuqin retained the No. 1 spot in the men's singles standings as the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) released its world rankings for Week 34 of 2026 on Monday.
(2026-08-19). From Trade Giant to Strategic Actor: Rebuilding Europe's Economic Statecraft. moderndiplomacy.eu As the era of frictionless globalization gives way to systemic warfare, the European Union finds itself trapped in an institutional paradox: it remains a global economic titan, yet it lacks the strategic machinery to defend its own interests. While authoritarian regimes weaponise supply chains and financial flows with predatory speed, Brussels remains chained down in …
(2026-08-19). Preserving humanity and dignity in the Philippines' armed conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Trump declares Hormuz open, then hours later, mystery projectile hits a vessel in the strait. hindustantimes.com
(2026-08-19). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Frequently asked questions: Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Philippines: Facts and figures from January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Ukraine: Civilian casualties rise as conflict escalates. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Ethiopia. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Haiti: Do everything possible to protect the population from the effects of escalating armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Russia: ICRC helps displaced people start over. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). ICRC's position on the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Why the world cannot normalize the killing of those who help. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Myanmar: ICRC visits Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Democratic Republic of the Congo: More than 80,000 people receive food and seed. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). An independent Europe means no more US rooster in the henhouse. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-08-19). Bali gym owner kicks out three Israeli tourists for links to 'IDF'. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-19). 'There will be consequences': Putin to PM Burnham regarding UK drones striking deep into the RF. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-08-19). Attacks on Muslim American Candidates: The Hegemony of White Supremacism. juancole.com
(2026-08-19). Frequently asked questions: Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Democratic Republic of the Congo: ICRC hands over 15 people released by the Congolese authorities to AFC/M23. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Mali: Six injured people transferred from Kidal to Gao. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). National Committees on IHL: Guidance on composition and roles. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). The invisible crisis that strips people of citizenship. globalvoices.org
(2026-08-19). Afghanistan: Operational Facts and Figures — January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-19). Dictan estado de excepción por catástrofe en zona del norte de Chile. radiohc.cu El presidente de Chile, José Antonio Kast, decretó este martes el estado de excepción constitucional por catástrofe en la provincia de Tocopilla, debido a los daños sin precedentes ocasionados por un sistema frontal. | Señaló el mandatario en su cuenta de X que esta medida permite disponer de todos los recursos humanos y materiales para enfrentar la emergencia de grandes proporciones ocurrida en esa área de la región de Antofagasta. | Añadió que el subsecretario del Interior, Máximo Pavez, está en la zona y pronto asumirá un Jefe de la Defensa Nacional, encargado de coordinar a todas las fuerzas allí presentes.
(2026-08-19). India four wickets away from victory in Sri Lanka Test. tribune.com.pk 
GALLE: India closed on victory in the opening Test after striking twice to reduce Sri Lanka to 195-6 after lunch on the final day in Galle on Wednesday. | Set a target of 372 runs, Sri Lanka were 195-6 after lunch. | A rock-solid Sonal Dinusha was batting on 80 at lunch along with Keshara Nuwantha on 13. | Resuming on an overnight score of 84-4, Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva dug deep alongside first-innings centurion Dinusha, adding 95 runs for the fifth wicket. | Their stand, lasting for over two hours, ended when De Silva attempted a sweep shot off Ravindra Jadeja but ended up getting a top edge whic…
(2026-08-19). 'On another scale' PNG province unprepared for El Niño impacts, warns governor. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific The governor of Papua New Guinea's Western Highlands Province says his province is unprepared to deal with the severe impacts of the El Niño weather event being experienced across the country. During an El Niño event, warmer ocean waters affect rainfall and wind patterns, often bringing drier-than-usual conditions and a higher risk of…
(2026-08-19). Quake of 4.0 Magnitude Jolts La Guaira; Caracas Reports Minor Damage. orinocotribune.com
(2026-08-18). Hormuz traffic slows as uncertainty over waterway persists. al-monitor.com SINGAPORE, Aug 19 (Reuters) – Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed, data showed on Wednesday, as most shipowners avoided the key waterway because of a lack of clear signalling on its reopening from a blockade during the Iran war. Six commodity vessels crossed the strait on Tuesday, Kpler data showed by 0258 GMT, down from nine a day earlier and below the 10-day daily average of 11.
(2026-08-18). China's New Arctic Gamble Has a Russian Catch. moderndiplomacy.eu China's new Arctic route cuts the journey from Ningbo to Europe in half. What the headlines aren't saying is that every mile of it runs through Russian waters, on Russian terms. You've rarely seen China advertise dependency. This is because its foreign policy vocabulary is based on self-reliance, strategic autonomy, and calculated display of strength. …
(2026-08-18). Pacific humanitarian workers face major logistical and access challenges, says World Vision. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific reporters Access remains the biggest challenge for humanitarian workers in the Pacific Islands region, but humanitarians are not targeted as they are in other parts of the world, according to World Vision. To mark World Humanitarian Day, World Vision, an international Christian humanitarian and development organisation, is highlighting the unprecedented risks faced by…
(2026-08-18). Trump's Tariff Trap: Why Canada Is Scrambling Against the Clock. thinktank.pk Donald Trump's tariff confrontation with Canada is no longer simply a trade dispute. It has become a test of political power, economic sovereignty and Canada's relationship with its most important ally. With Washington threatening new 50 percent tariffs on around $20 billion of Canadian goods from August 19, Ottawa is engaged in an intense last-minute …
(2026-08-18). This Week in People's History, August 19—25, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, August 19—25, 2026 |
(2026-08-18). Attacks on aid workers hit record high in 2025, UN says. al-monitor.com By Emma FargeGENEVA, Aug 19 (Reuters) – A record number of humanitarian workers were attacked last year, driven partly by increased use of armed drones, the United Nations said on Wednesday, calling the trend "appalling".Some 907 aid workers were killed, injured or kidnapped in 2025 versus 833 the year before, according to the Aid Worker Security Database, a platform funded by Canada and Australia that compiles major security incidents affecting aid workers.Of those, 350 were killed, down slightly from a record 387 in 2024.
(2026-08-18). South Korea minister says Trump appears to be pressuring Seoul over Iran, investment. al-monitor.com SEOUL, Aug 19 (Reuters) – South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump's order to curb joint military drills appeared aimed in part at pressuring Seoul to support U.S. efforts in the Iran war, alongside other unresolved issues such as investment."I think President Trump's message includes pressure over several pending issues concerning the South Korean government, as well as a message to North Korea and an intention by the United States to break a stalemate in the Iran war," Cho said.
(2026-08-18). Karnataka UG NEET 2026 Option Entry Last Date Aug 13, Allotment on Aug 19. ummid.com Candidates seeking admission in Medical and Dental courses through Karnataka NEET UG 2026 (UGNEET 2026) Counselling should note that the link to download verification slip and option entry are now available on the website.